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CHEERS: Shirley and Alan McLean (St Anne’s Winery) toast their success. Photo: Helen Tatchell Excellent business By Jessica Howard St Anne’s Winery is a family owned and operated winery Vice-President, Peter Whitefield said the event was an that was established by the McLean family in 1972. exciting culmination of nearly two years of planning and St Anne’s Winery has been crowned the 2015 Business of the Owner, Alan McLean said he was blown away by the achievement. Year. recognition. “Our aim was to showcase the region’s businesses and The Myrniong-based winery claimed the top honour at the “It is just so very, very special for everyone at St Anne’s. acknowledge their business vision, innovation, marketing inaugural Business Excellence Awards last Friday evening. Shirley and I and the kids have built this from scratch and and great customer service,” he said. Organised by the Ballan & District Chamber of Commerce, it is something we are just so passionate about – the wine, “We congratulate all the nominated businesses, especially the presentation attracted around 160 guests from across the the environment, the buildings and the tourist industry,” he region’s business community. those willing to be involved in the judging process. Be said. Nine businesses were declared winners in their respective proud that you were recognised and applauded by your categories, with St Anne’s Winery taking out the coveted “This has been the most special thing that has happened to com mu n it y ”. Business of the Year award alongside the Tourism and us here, it’s just an absolute delight”. For all the winners from the 2015 Ballan and District Accommodation award. Chair of the Awards and Ballan Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards, see page 12 of this edition. Evaporative Your Local air-conditioning specialist G.J. BRADDING Cooling Phone: 5367 4964 [email protected] www.gjbradding.com.au HEATING & COOLING From $2,990 inc gst Warning - For your own health and well being service your air-conditioner prior to summer. RTA # AU03582 SYSTEMS

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Street including possible ad- additional north-south ca- Councillors voted at the ditional lanes and intersec- pacity within the township October council meeting to tion upgrades. and enhanced connectivity put the Bacchus Marsh In- Longer-term, the strategy between the Bacchus Marsh tegrated Transport strategy sets out that by 2021, Bac- town centre and Railway out for public comment for chus Marsh needs the con- Station; capacity improve- four weeks. struction of an Eastern Town ments at key intersections It identifies and prioritises Bypass to cater for expected within Bacchus Marsh to Safety upgrade key projects to ensure that growth within the town- alleviate projected traf- Bacchus Marsh has a sus- ship and surrounding areas tainable transport system and to remove freight move- fic volumes; duplication of into the future. ments from the town centre; the Ballarat- rail Immediately, Bacchus completion of the Western corridor to Bacchus Marsh; Marsh needs East facing Link Road (Halletts Way/ capacity improvements to for crossing freeway ramps on Halletts O’Leary Way) to provide key local roads including Way to relieve reliance and additional north-south ca- Griffith Street, Station Street By Jessica Howard V/Line Regional Manager “V/Line drivers had nomi- congestion on the Gisborne pacity through the township and Halletts Way between Peter Gibson said the new nated Mann’s Road as a pri- and relieve pressure on the Bacchus Marsh Road and the Road interchange and Gis- A level crossing upgrade crossing equipment was ac- ority for an upgrade. It has borne Road/Grant Street Gisborne Road/Grant Street Western Freeway. has helped boost safety on tivated on September 15. been the location of at least corridor; implementation of corridor; construction of a Key challenges are laid out, Ballarat train lines. one near hit between a train identified capacity improve- “V/Line’s Major Works pedestrian/cycle bridge on including traffic congestion, and a moto vehicle in the ments to Gisborne Road V/Line has installed a fully team, including our crew Halletts Way over the West- population and economic past year or so,” he said. ern Freeway to address sig- and Grant Street including protected crossing at Mann’s from Lara depot, installed all growth, missing links that “We had a temporary nificant safety issues; a plan- possible additional lanes Road in Ingliston, which has the level crossing warning force trips through already speed restriction of 65-km/ ning study for an eastern and intersection upgrades; removed speed restrictions equipment and upgraded congested areas, existing hr for trains over the cross- town bypass with connec- and a network of connect- and increased safety for narrow road reservations, the road surface to improve tion to Geelong Road, Gis- ing bicycle paths around the ing and the upgrade means social exclusion because of motorists. safety,” he said. borne Road and the Western town servicing key activity trains can now return to line The crossing is now fit- Mr Gibson said the cross- Freeway to set a road align- centres. the lack of access to trans- sp e ed”. ted with boom barriers and ment - from a traffic perspec- It also nominates a bus ser- port – and attracting fund- ing, which was completed in The Mann’s Road upgrade bells, as well as warning tive, an alignment less than vice that provides coverage ing for road projects. just seven weeks, had seen coincides with the closure 2km from Gisborne Road/ to all residential areas, stops A report on feedback re- lights to alert motorists to increased traffic associated of a private access crossing Grant Street connecting ex- at key activity centres and ceived will be put to a future approaching trains. with residential develop- over the railway line in the isting east west roads would matches train timetables. council meeting. 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By Kate Taylor “I think it’s an indictment on the current state of poli- Catherine King Moorabool people will tics, when decent communi- not want to serve on com- ty-minded people are hung Federal Member for Ballarat Catherine King munity boards of poorly out to dry. (Shadow Minister for Health), was asked by The funded organisations as part “It’s well known that board Moorabool News why did she fully support the State of the fallout from the Bac- members can’t be involved Health Ministers “open, honest and tough response chus Marsh Hospital crisis, in operational issues, which to this tragedy”, to replace the entire board? according to Mayor Paul makes them very reliant on “It is clear there were a series of clinical and

Tatchell. the information placed in governance failures at the hospital, and the The deaths of seven babies front of them, just as the gov- Victorian Minister for Health (Jill Hennessy) has at the hospital were the ernment relies on bureau- said that in order to be confident in the standards subject of an investigation crats for every breath they of care and safety at the hospital, there needs to be that revealed “catastrophic take; the board members the strongest possible governance, new leadership failures” with the hospital were certainly in constant is required, and stronger relationships with other acting beyond its scope. contact with the government maternity hospitals need to be established.” Mayor Tatchell said that department long before the Minister Hennessey has also not responded to the subsequent sacking announcement and I think questions by The Moorabool News in regard to the of the hospital board, and it’s incredibly difficult when sacking of the board. systemic failures stemming the politics takes precedence @Lerderderg Library from a lack of funding are over the people.” to be looked at is that 25 per Mayor Tatchell said he has symptoms of an unhealthy Mayor Tatchell said rural cent of people live in region- spoken with a number ofThe last Friday of each month system. communities rely heavily on al Victoria - and the question th board members, who are up- Friday 30 October “People are not going to the good will of people hav- must be asked whether 25 set over the crisis. @ Lerderderg Library want to go on boards if at the ing to run boards. per cent of health funding The@ lastLerderderg Friday of Library each month “I’m 10.30amdeeply concerned Unbroken for (M) and 1.30pm This is Where I Leave You (M) end of the day, they are go- “If you look around this goes to the same… and I The last Friday of each month everyone involved, I feel for Friday 30 October ing to be scapegoats for the shire there are boards of think not. the victims,(Please the volunteers,note you mustth be a 10.30amlibrary member Unbroken to (M) attend and this event with a first come government,” Mayor Tatch- dedicated community mem- “They don’t want this ar- Friday 29 May- 10.30am The best exotic Marigold Hotel (PG) + The Ides of March (M) the midwives, the board thfirst seated1.30pm Thispolicy is Whereas there I Leave is limited You (M) seating) ell said. bers and ultimately, these gument to be about money, Friday 26 June- 10.30am When Harry met Sally (M) members … everybody He said that the sacking of people have been caught because it would show a ne- (You must be a library member to attend) suffers. (Please note you must be a library member to attend this event with a first come the board, which occurred up in an incredibly difficult glect to regional hospitals in first seated policy as there is limited seating) “Communities are about on the same day as the in- situation.” terms of funding. vestigation was made pub- But he says that the real is- “In the cold hard light of people, not politics.” lic, was a political decision sue is a lack of funding, es- day, regional boards have Former Board member Mi- taken to make it look like the pecially for regional health become just boards for fun- chael Tudball declined to Book Publicity for Writers state government was taking services. draising to keep hospitals comment on the issue, pend- One Day Workshop with decisive action. “The real issue that needs afloat.” ing legal advice. Jaki Arthur

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MN03212G2 Email - [email protected] The Moorabool News – 27 October, 2015 Page 7 News Recycling king wants credit By Kate Taylor couple’s twice yearly trip to paying for? the tip. “They didn’t answer us, Neighbourly They would have to be Even milk bottles aren’t a because the answer is, the most environmentally problem; the couple uses nothing.” friendly couple in Moora- powdered milk. Ron pointed out that while bool – and council is making “In the 29 years we’ve been council does have a legiti- them pay for it. living here we’ve never had mate compulsory collection Ron Stickland and his wife a bin pick-up because of policy, the policy does have SOS haven’t had a garbage truck the way we recycle,” Ron exclusions – such as for va- pick up their rubbish for 29 explained. cant land, which could be years; and for a very good Ron is asking for a $108.75 extended for those who do reason, too. credit note from council – it’s not produce rubbish. The couple does not pro- the cost of the rubbish col- “The Mayor stopped me duce any rubbish at their lection and disposal compo- from saying anything more Greendale property. nent of his rates notice. during public question time, answered All paper goods are com- The request was denied as and they’re going to hide be- pressed into bricks and council officers did not think hind a 14th-century law that burned on the fire; all food is it was appropriate for Ron lets councillors make things Expert Moorabool Shire fresh, and scraps are used as to opt-out of rubbish collec- compulsory.” staff with specialist train- compost for the garden be- tion – but beating down an Ron said that part of the ing in emergency and cause, according to Ron, the aged pensioner is not so easy council’s argument is that recovery management, clay soil is so deep you can when that aged pensioner people cannot keep “chop- were redeployed to the speak Chinese at the bottom! has had a career as a Pros- ping and changing” with Macedon Ranges Shire to Any goods bought at the ecutor in the Magistrates’ their rubbish pick-up, be- help the Lancefield commu- supermarket that contain Court. cause people would want nity recover from the recent plastic have it taken off and Ron took his question to the to cancel it when they go on bushfires. disposed of at the shopping October council meeting… holidays and in other cases. centre disposal bins; and but he is still waiting for an “That argument has more Two members from council on the occasion that actual answer. holes in it than granny’s’ joined staff from Mt Alex- rubbish is created, such as “We don’t have rubbish, teeth. They just won’t ac- ander and Hepburn Shire empty tins, they are washed, we don’t have bins, we don’t knowledge that a household Councils to assist Macedon dried, and stored until the have a pick-up… what am I can look after itself like this.” Shire staff in operating the Lancefield Recovery Centre. Moorabool Mayor, Cr Paul Tatchell said the Council Get Your didn’t hesitate in providing assistance and highlighted the need that local govern- Dream ment work together when extraordinary events occur (L-R) Manda McDermott and Michelle Richards from Swimming in the region. Moorabool Shire Council worked with Macedon Ranges Shire at the recent Lancefield bushfires. “Local government runs Photo – courtesy MSC lean in the bush compared Pool to our metro counterparts, of it working for the region’s government’s response to a so there’s little capacity for benefit.” Cr Tatchell said. variety of emergency situa- Now For an individual shire to cope The Central Victorian ME- tions and implement appro- with emergencies the size MEG includes the Local priate post-event recovery of the one that occurred at Summer! Government Authorities measures. Contact Shaun at Narellan Lancefield on their own. of Moorabool, Macedon “I’m sure that if our commu- That’s why the Central Vic- Pools Geelong North & torian Municipal Emergency Ranges, Hepburn, Mitchell nity was subject to an emer- Management Enhance- and Mt Alexander. It shares gency situation, we could Ballarat on1300 676 657 ment Group (MEMEG) was skills, resources and ex- rely on the Central Victorian formed and this week’s co- pertise and shares training MEMEG of council’s staff to for a FREE Quote! operation is a great example resources to improve local assist us.” Cr Tatchell said. www.narellanpools.com.au

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NOTICE OF ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL DRAFT BACCHUS MARSH INTEGRATED TRANSPORT STRATEGY CHANGE OF LOCATION Moorabool Shire Council has endorsed the Draft Bacchus Marsh Integrated Transport Strategy for the purpose of public exhibition for a four week period and Council are Due to the unavailability of the Blackwood Public Hall for the November Council Meeting, inviting feedback on the Draft Strategy during this time. the venue for the next Ordinary Meeting of Council has changed to the Lerderderg The Draft Transport Strategy is on exhibition until for the Library, 215 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh. Friday 6 November 2015 community to provide feedback. It can be viewed at Moorabool ‘Have Your Say’ www. The meeting will be held on Wednesday 4 November 2015, at the Lerderderg haveyoursaymoorabool.com.au or at the Council’s Offi ces: Library, 215 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh commencing at 5.00pm. 15 Stead Street, Ballan Members of the public are most welcome to attend. 182 Halletts Way, Darley Lerderderg Library, 215 Main St, Bacchus Marsh SPECIAL MEETINGS OF COUNCIL Submissions can be made in writing via www.haveyoursaymoorabool.com.au. Notice is hereby given that a Special Meeting of the Moorabool Shire Council will be held Please contact the Engineering Services Unit on 5366 7100 for further information. in Council Chambers, Ballan tomorrow Wednesday 28 October 2015 commencing at 3.30pm. DRAFT GORDON RECREATION RESERVE MASTERPLAN The business to be conducted at the meeting is as follows: At the October Ordinary Meeting of Council, Council endorsed the Draft Gordon Recreation Reserve Masterplan for the purpose of going to public exhibition, seeking 1. Planning Permit 2015-212 – Development of a Telecommunications Facility at Crown community feedback. Allotment 22K, Section B, Parish of Blackwood, 35 Byers Road, Blackwood. The Masterplan has been developed by the local community in consultation with Council’s 2. Confi dential Item. Recreation Development unit and outlines the development at the reserve over the next 3. Any other business admitted by the unanimous resolution of Council. fi ve to ten years. The Masterplan is consistent with the recently adopted ‘Moorabool Shire Notice is hereby given that a Statutory and Annual Appointments Special Meeting of the Recreation and Leisure Strategy’. Moorabool Shire Council will be held in the Council Chambers, 15 Stead Street, Ballan, The Draft Gordon Recreation Reserve Master Plan is currently on exhibition until tomorrow Wednesday 28 October 2015 commencing at 5.00pm. 11 November 2015. It can be viewed at Moorabool ‘Have Your Say’ or at the Council’s Offi ces: The business to be conducted at the meeting is as follows: www.haveyoursaymoorabool.com.au 15 Stead Street, Ballan 1. Statutory and Annual Appointments Process 182 Halletts Way, Darley 2. Mayor’s Report Lerderderg Library, 215 Main St, Bacchus Marsh 3. Vote of thanks to outgoing Mayor If you would like to provide feedback to Council regarding this plan, please complete a 4. Election of Mayor submission via www.haveyoursaymoorabool.com.au 5. Determination to Elect a Deputy Mayor Please contact the Recreation Development Unit on 5366 7100 for further information. 6. Election of Deputy Mayor 7. Mayor and Councillor Allowances SEEKING SUBMISSIONS – BM WEST GOLF CLUB 8. Special Committees of the Council - Section 86 Delegated Committees of the Council Proposed Lease made under Section 190 of the 9. Advisory Committees of the Council Local Government Act 1989 10. Council Appointments to Working Groups, Industry Bodies and Forums At a meeting of the Moorabool Shire Council held on Wednesday 7 October, 2015, Council 11. Moorabool Shire Council Meeting Framework resolved to give public notice of its intention to enter into a lease agreement with the 12. Further Business as admitted by unanimous resolution of the Council Bacchus Marsh West Golf Club Inc for the lease of the Golf Course area at the Bacchus Marsh Racecourse and Recreation Reserve at Bacchus Marsh Balliang Road, Maddingley, The Special Meeting of Council will be open to the public and members of VIC 3340. the public are most welcome to attend The lease will have, among other things, the following clauses: • Initial term of 7 years with 7 year option plus further 7 year option EOI: MOORABOOL 365 CALENDAR OF EVENTS • $1 rental per annum for fi rst 7 years, evaluated at the end of the 7 year term. ‘Moorabool 365’ is an events brochure designed to highlight year-round activities in • First term of Lease expires 31 December 2022. Moorabool Shire. Under section 190 of the Local Government Act 1989, any person may make a submission The 2016 edition of the brochure is in preparation stages, and any organisation that wishes to Council in relation to the proposed leasing arrangement for the above site. to register their events for the widely-distributed brochure should contact Council’s Written submissions addressed to the Chief Executive Offi cer, Moorabool Tourism and Events Offi cer Sharyn Furlong on 5366 7100. Shire Council, P.O. Box 18, Ballan, 3342, and received by Tuesday 24 November 2015 will be considered by Council (or a Committee of Council appointed Registrations will be taken until Friday 30 October 2015. for that purpose) in accordance with section 223 of the Local Government Act 1989. Any person who wishes to be heard in support of a submission should indicate in the DAY AWARDS – CALL FOR NOMINATIONS written submission that he or she wishes to be heard in support of a submission is entitled The call is going out to the residents of Moorabool to play an active part in Moorabool to appear before a meeting of Council (or Committee) either personally or by a person Shire Council’s Australia Day celebrations. acting on his or her behalf and will be notifi ed of the time and date of the meeting. It should be noted by people making a submission to Council, that Council is required Nominations are being sought for the three awards that are to be presented at the Australia to maintain a public register of submissions made in accordance with section 223 of the Day ceremony. The awards include: Act for a period of twelve months. In accordance with section 222 of the Act, any person • Australia Day Citizen of the Year – to be eligible, the person must be 30 years is entitled to inspect and to take copies of documents contained in the public register of or older on 26 January next year. submissions made in accordance with section 223 of the Act. • Australia Day Young Citizen of the Year – to be eligible, the person must be 30 This means that your submission will be available on the register for public access. If years or younger on 26 January next year. you have concerns about this, Council can provide you with the option of having your • Community Event of the Year – presented to the person or group who has submission remain anonymous. You should also be aware that the details contained in some staged the most outstanding community event during the year. submissions may be suffi cient 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 If you know an outstanding Moorabool resident you would like to nominate for Australia when writing it. Day Citizen of the Year, Australia Day Young Citizen of the Year, or a Community Event, simply pick up a form from Customer Service at the Council Offi ces: Submissions close COB Tuesday, 24 November.

15 Stead Street, Ballan TENDERS 182 Halletts Way, Darley Moorabool Shire Council invites tenders for the following contracts: Lerderderg Library, 215 Main St, Bacchus Marsh Tender Number Tender Description Alternatively, please visit www.moorabool.vic.gov.au and look under News & C06-2015/2016 Halletts Way/O’Leary Way Southern Extension – Road & Bridge Information on Council’s Homepage to download a form to complete. Construction C15-2015/2016 Gordon – Egerton Road, Mt Egerton Completed nomination forms need to be submitted by close of business Tender documents and full details of this notice will be available on Monday 26 October 2015 Friday 20 November 2015. at www.tenderlink.com/moorabool.

Moorabool Shire Council: PO Box 18, Ballan VIC 3342 Telephone: 03 5366 7100 Facsimile: 03 5368 1757 CEO: Rob Croxford Email: [email protected] Web: www.moorabool.vic.gov.au Facebook: moorabool shire council Twitter: @mooraboolshire Page 10 The Moorabool News – 27 October, 2015 Email - [email protected] News Triassic trench rocks on

By Jessica Howard “In the year 2000 I hap- pened to find out that the Information dating back government was planning over 200 million years is to sell for sub-division, how- now on show at the Bac- ever by now it had been de- chus Marsh Council Trench clared a heritage site and the Reserve. Government didn’t realise An interpretive sign, fea- that,” he said. turing information on Vic- “It took three years of ne- toria’s only Triassic-aged sedimentary rocks, was of- gotiations and in 2003 the ficially launched by Moora- Committee of Management bool Mayor Paul Tatchell at was formed and the gov- Tramway Lane on Saturday, ernment was convinced not October 10. to sell. For the past 12 years Funded by a Moorabool we have looked after the site Shire Council community and with the help of a Moor- grant, the sign provides an abool Shire grant we have insight into the story of the been able to create this sign Triassic park and the geol- alongside a number of other ogy behind it. improvements”. Chair of the Bacchus Marsh Since 2003, the Committee Council Trench Reserve of Management have also Committee of Manage- implemented rabbit and ment, Roger Pierson said weed eradication programs the reserve was once a small and worked to help preserve quarry that was opened by (L-R) Roger Pierson (Committee Chair) at the unveiling of the new sign by Moorabool Mayor Paul Tatchell. the local vegetation and the Bacchus Marsh Council animals. in 1873. “They were looking for Mr Pierson said the new stone to make buildings interpretive sign would help from, however it was found the many visitors under- to be pretty ordinary, so the stand what they were look- quarry never really extend- ing at. ed from what they called a “A lot of people visit this test pit,” he said. site including tourists, stu- “Jumping forward 20 years dents and academics, and to 1892, some local people because the area is now of sent some plant fossils to high significance I think it palaeontologist Frederick is important for people to McCoy, who identified the understand why that is,” he material as being of the Tri- said. assic age”. “The sign will explain to the The Triassic Period oc- visitors, whether they have curred between 199 and 251 an understanding of geolo- million years ago and saw gy or not, the history behind the evolution of dinosaurs and early mammals. the trench pit and the impor- tance of the area’s geological Mr Pierson said the next 100 years saw a number of heritage. It’s pretty special”. geologists and students visit The Bacchus Marsh Council the site, until the State Gov- Trench Reserve is located ernment decided they would on Tramway Lane, Bacchus sell the land. Marsh. (L-R) John Stewart and Cr. John Spain enjoy the view at the top of the trench hill. Photos – Helen Tatchell

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Bacchus Marsh woman Rhiannon Bryan did an extraordinary thing. She extension gave her brother and his partner the precious gift of carrying their child. Rhiannon was a surrogate for them last year with a beautiful girl born in December 2014. If that wasn’t generous enough, she’s about to do it all again. out for Giving them a sibling for their daughter Zara. Rhiannon’s brother Clinton and his partner Callum were married in a Civil Union at the British Consulate in 2012. After deciding they were ready tender to become parents, they assumed they would adopt, thinking that it might be A tender has been released by Moorabool Shire Council for a less arduous process than surrogacy. one of the largest infrastructure projects the Shire has ever Soon finding out that adoption was undertaken. far more problematic. Surrogacy was the only option. Once they decided The design work is complete and the money allocated in the on domestic surrogacy, Rhiannon was budget for commencement of the Halletts Way/O’Leary Way their first option. southern extension. Rhiannon had offered to be a surrogate The southern extension of Halletts Way/O’Leary Way is part for Clinton eight years earlier. of the Bacchus Marsh Western Link Project and will help “It was a very serious conversation, as ease congestion for Bacchus Marsh motorists and ultimately I knew the day would come that he’d want a family of his own and I wanted create a western link road in Bacchus Marsh all the way from him to know that I was serious about Griffith Street in Maddingley through to Links Road, Darley, helping him. So I said if, and when once completed. Clinton and Callum with their daughter Zara. Surrogate mum Rhiannon Bryan you’re ready, I’m here to help. He’s my Infrastructure general manager Phil Jeffrey said “with a brother, why wouldn’t I help him?” (inset). Photo Lisa Commerford total of $4.5 million allocated this financial year, we would Rhiannon said a lot of people think and medical tests take a long time. “I didn’t find it hard to hand over Zara be looking to start construction of the southern extension at surrogacy is illegal or too difficult. at all. I knew she wasn’t mine from the The hardest part for me was being the beginning of 2016. “Altruistic Surrogacy (no monetary pregnant without the day to day help. word go. I treated her like precious gain) is legal in Australia, although “We are looking forward to the construction phase of the Clinton and Callum live in Sydney, I cargo that my brothers had given me Western Australia and South Australia to take care of for nine months. To see project and once completed, it will be a major and vital asset had separated from my husband before don’t allow Same Sex couples to use how happy they were when she was to Bacchus Marsh,” Mr Jeffrey said. Surrogacy. the process began and although I have born was reward enough, and I got the Money allocated in the Council Budget would be added to “It was a long process. There are all three children of my own, I didn’t most beautiful niece out of it!” funds from developer contributions, a $2.18 million Federal these steps in place that must be ticked realise how valuable a partner is during Rhiannon is now looking forward to off. All the legalities, counselling pregnancy. Luckily Clinton came to being able to help her brothers give Government grant and money already in the bank from a for both parties, finding egg donors live with me for the last month. little Zara a gorgeous brother or sister. State Government grant.

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Bacchus Marsh Newsagency Syndicate Name Number Systems Played Chances Amount of Shares to Win per Share MONSTER MONEY 10 • 1 x SYS 14 • 4 x SYS 10 • 3 x SYS 7031 $499.54 8,9,12 • 4 x SYS 10 • 2 x PICK 5 GRUESOME GRINS 10 • 10 x SYS 9 840 $59.70 WITCHES BREW 21 • 12 x SYS 9 • 10 x SYS 8 1435 $48.54 • 21 x SYS 7 GHOSTBUSTER 5 • 1 x SYS 9 • 6 x SYS 7 182 $27.84 • 2 x SYS 8 • 1 x $2 Instant SPOOKY FUN 10 • 12 x SYS 7 • 5 x SYS 8 348 $24.70 • 1 x SYS 9 • 1 x Pick 5 Bacchus Marsh Newsagency 138 Main St, Bacchus Marsh [email protected] PH 5367 2961 Page 12 The Moorabool News – 27 October, 2015 Email - [email protected]

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(L-R) Ben Hall (sponsor IGA Ballan) with Yadra Kollaras (Grant St Pizza) Home Based Business Award (Judge – Stuart McGibbon) WINNER – CLARE BEAR SWEETS, Gordon

(L-R) Luke Calder (sponsor Ballan & District Community Bank) with Clare McMahon (Clare Bear Sweets) Alan McLean (St Anne’s Winery) with B&DCC Chairperson Robert Eskdale. Photos: Helen Tatchell Local Producers Award Trade & Manufacturing Award Community Award (Judge – Suzi Fitzpatrick) (Judge – Andrew Bradley) (Judge – Vicki Coltman) WINNER – BALLAN & WINNER – HARMONY GARLIC, Gordon WINNER – ACE KITCHENS & CABINETRY, Ballan DISTRICT COMMUNITY HOUSE, Ballan

Brian Carey (centre) (sponsor Black Mount Natural Billy Smith and Adam Ludbrook (Ace Kitchens) with Emma Tony Paarhammer (Sponsor Paarhammer Windows & Springwater) with Helen Garvey (left) and Brian Dickinson and Mick Horan (Sponsor Rossco Engineering) Doors) with Lyn Plummer and volunteer community house Woodstock (Harmony Garlic) members. Retail & Professional Services Tourism & Accommodation Peoples Choice Award (Judge – Janice Ray) WINNER – MILLROSE (Judge Jeremy Johnson) WINNER – KEITH WRIGHT QUILTING & GALLERY, Ballan WINNER – ST ANNE’S WINERY, Myrniong (Springfields Automotive), Ballan

Sue Bartleman with just a few of the 6000 bolts of fabric at Peter Forbes (Sponsor Moorabool Shire Council) presents Millrose Quilting & Gallery. (Sponsor Customised Training). Alan McLean (St Annes Winery) with their certificate. Keith Wright was voted the person of choice. Email - [email protected] The Moorabool News – 27 October, 2015 Page 13 News Say YES to Council Clips

By Kate Taylor Moorabool received a letter much in their diversity; it from the fellow council in also argues that Rural Coun- A resident of Love Close, in August requesting support cils Victoria should be lead- Bacchus Marsh, was talking for Buloke’s Rural Living ing the campaign - and that NOvember rubbish at a recent council Campaign, which it initiated it has in fact commenced the meeting. to ensure that all Victorians Rural Councils Sustainabil- By Jessica Howard He spoke at public question are entitled to receive a min- ity project time about a pile of car tyres imum set of local govern- RCV, which represents 38 As the weather gets warmer that has been dumped on the ment services. rural councils, has however and the days get longer side of the road, saying that The campaign highlights supported the Buloke cam- it’s the perfect time to get despite having contacted difficulties being faced by outside and start thinking Yes paign in principle. council to have it removed, local councils in terms of fi- about your health. NovemberGet motivated, and start walking Moorabool thanked Buloke nothing had been done. nancial sustainability, name- for initiating the campaign, YESvember is a new shire Complete the “I rang council and made it ly the introduction of rates pointing out that it under- wide wellness initiative that 30 day challenge quite clear what the problem capping and the reduction aims to prompt people in the a minimum of stands the financial pres- was – there’s 30 tyres on the in the Federal Government’s region to, quite simply, say 10,000 steps per day. sures on rural councils, re- side of the road, why does Financial Assistance Grants. yes and start walking. quested that RCV finalise its council not enforce their However, a report tabled Developed and initiated by project report as a matter of Just Start own bylaws?” Mr Bullock at the October meeting of The Moorabool News, the Just Walk priority, and that a report be and Invictus Fitness and said. said. Moorabool Shire Council fun, free program challeng- put before the March council Mixed Martial Arts. “I have been involved in Speaking after the meeting, recommended that the re- es people to take 10,000 steps EVERYBODY meeting on the results of the a day for 30 days throughout RobertIS A WINNER Greco from Holistic various sports for over CEO Rob Croxford said it quest be denied. was not an easy question to RCV project and the Buloke the month of November. HealthWIN for your healthand Fitness said he 25-years as an athlete and a “The plight of Buloke cer- campaign. Federal Minister for Health knewWIN great fitness/healthwhat itprizes felt like to be coach. I have seen and lived answer. tainly resonates with Moora- WIN for you and your family The response was approved Sussan Ley said the time for happy, healthy and fit and the benefits of a healthy “Council has been trying to bool but on a different level,” by Moorabool councillors at getting around to an active walking was a great start. lifestyle and they cannot be work with the land owner the report stated. the October council meeting. lifestyle was now. “It is low impact, effective put into words, you need to for a number of months to “Moorabool is faced with “I well remember as a and free. Anyone can do it experience for yourself what remove the items,” Mr Crox- growth pressures, proximity Buloke Shire covers more working mother with three anywhere,” he said. feeling fit and healthy feels ford explained. to larger service centres and than 8,000 square kilometres like to understand how good kids, it could be really dif- “Research shows thatThursday just 29 october “There are extenuating cir- a reasonable financial posi- of the region in the your life can be”.FREE to register ficult having to run the kids being in the outdoorsWalk withcan your kids, walk with a cumstances surrounding tion prior to FAG and rate state’s northwest, stretching “Where you startBACCHUS doesn’t MARSH around, run the family, run boost your health, itgroup helps of friends, walk to work, Lerderderg Library this issue however Council capping scenarios. Sustain- between Lake Tyrrell and the household and then on to clear your mind andsupermarket, al- maccas,matter, kfc, as long as10.30am you -11.30am start has a clear process in place ability is, however, certainly the northern reaches of the BALLAN top of that go for a run your- leviate stress – with so manyANYWHERE and YESvember is a great A.A. McLean Reserve Rotunda to remove the items in the an issue. Avoca River. self and I’m the first to admit benefits why not harness the initiative to encourage12.30 - 1.30pmpeo- A MOORABOOL NEWS HEALTH INITIATIVE near future.” “It is difficult to sup- It covers the communities I’ve been guilty of putting power of walking?” ple to start that journey”. ••• port the Buloke campaign of Wycheproof, Charlton, my health last,” she said. Owner of Crossfit Bacchus A free registration day will When Buloke Shire Council unreservedly.” Donald, Birchip, and Sea “But there’s no time for Mark Stiegler said as a resi- be held on Thursday Octo- asked for help from Moora- Moorabool’s response ar- Lake, as well as the smaller never when it comes to your dent of Bacchus Marsh, he ber 29 at the Bacchus Marsh townships of Berriwillock, health and being active.” wanted to do all he could to Lerderderg Library from bool Shire Council, the an- gues that it is difficult to set swer was a firm – but under- a minimum service level for Culgoa, Nandaly, Nullawil, YESvember is open to all help local people improve 12pm – 12:30pm and the Bal- ages and fitness levels and their health and fitness. lan A.A McLean Rotunda standing – no. rural shires which vary so and Watchem. is supported by a number of “Australia is one of the fat- from 3:30pm – 4pm. local businesses including test nations in the world. We For more information con- Ballan and District Health need to start taking control tact The Moorabool News and Care, Crossfit Bacchus, of our own health and live via their website www.the Holistic Health and Fitness happier, healthier lives,” he mooraboolnews.com.au Annual Court in action By Jessica Howard and ended up on the wrong drink-driving charges in report done side of the freeway, the court Victoria and two in New A man who drove on the heard. South Wales. wrong side of the West- Senior Constable Heal said However, his defence coun- ern Freeway for more than triple-zero received 20 dif- sellor stated that although 10-kilometres has been ferent calls from concerned there was an obvious issue incarcerated. drivers, including a man with alcohol, Mr Cooper had and dusted Anthony Cooper, of Bal- who was forced to swerve a very strong work ethic and larat, appeared in the Bac- out of the way before over- was making the appropriate chus Marsh Magistrates correcting and ending up on steps towards change – in- By Kate Taylor year against the goals set out flood recovery program fol- Court on Friday where he the medium strip with two cluding therapy. in the Council Plan. lowing the 2011/12 floods, pleaded guilty to charges punctured tyres. A character reference and It’s the stuff that Public Re- It summarises the sig- of unlicensed driving, dan- and progression of the 2041 After two failed attempts psychological report was lations officers’ nightmares gerous driving and drink nificant activities of coun- Urban and Rural strategies to intercept the defendant, provided to Magistrate are made of but now, Moora- driving. cil across the year, as well that will assist in setting a police vehicle was finally Hodgson, however was not bool Shire Council’s Annual Police prosecutor Senior as laying out its financial able to stop the man and ar- read aloud in court. Report has been formally with the communities the Constable Aimee Heal said position. rest him. adopted by councillors. vision and key project re- the defendant had attended Magistrate Hodgson said Key stand-out achievements At about 10pm, Mr Cooper the defendant was lucky no quired into the future. a hotel in Melton at approxi- The motion to adopt the are listed as being the estab- was placed in a cell at the one was seriously hurt and mately 4:30pm on Sunday Annual Report was passed lishment of the Youth Action The report outlines coun- Bacchus Marsh Police station whilst she took into consid- August 2, where he was ob- without incident at the Octo- Group and Charter, comple- cil’s financial position as in order to sober up and his eration his early guilty plea served drinking beer with a ber council meeting. tion of the Early Years Plan, good – but warns that dif- vehicle was impounded for and attempt at change – a male friend. It has been forwarded to the 30 days. general deterrence had to be commencement of integrat- ficult times are ahead with The 45-year-old then pro- Local Government Minister, ed strategies for economic ceeded to drive to a nearby In a police interview the fol- significant. the introduction of rates along with dozens of others development, retailing, liquor store, where he pur- lowing day, Mr Cooper said Mr Cooper was incarcerat- capping. from each council across the industry and employment, chased a slab of Carlton the only thing he remem- ed for a period of one month It is now a public docu- bered was dropping off his with a 15-month Commu- state. further refinement of asset Draught and a four pack of ment available for inspec- premixed bourbon and cola. kids at 4:15pm and going to nity Corrections Order to CEO Rob Croxford said that management plans and data tion upon request, and can As he set off for Ballarat, the pub. follow. the 2014-15 Annual Report that will target investment the accused made an incor- Mr Cooper was unlicensed His license was cancelled reflects Council’s perfor- and capital priorities, com- also be viewed on council’s rect turn near Greendale at the time and had six prior for four years. mance during the financial pletion of the $21.7 million website. 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Newborns in the district Babies born recently at Bacchus Marsh and Melton Regional Hospital.

It is a little boy for Sunbury parents Bullengarook parents Donna and Damien Nicole GLEDHILL and Jamie COOLMAN Connor and Ryder have a new little sister. Rebecca and Wayne LEWIS. Hudson are the proud new parents of their third from Bacchus Marsh have a little boy as Arriving on Wednesday 22 October at Oliver Lewis arrived on Tuesday 20 child, a little boy. Luke Thomas arrived on their first born child. Murray weighed 3610 8.55am to Sunbury parents Samantha October at 5.50pm. Hudson is a little Wednesday 21 October at 3.34pm, grams and arrived on Wednesday 21 and Haydn, Sopie Jayde weighed 7lb 7oz brother for Sarah and weighed 8lb 1oz weighing 8lb 10oz (3910 grams). Luke is a October at 18.47pm. (3380 grams). (3670 grams). little brother for Jack and Liam.

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Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-1pm Scalp Massage, Cut & Blow Wave^Access to other- $85 Clubs applies after 31 days. ^^Additional costs may apply. ANYTIME FITNESS BACCHUS MARSH on presentation*Offer valid of for thisfirst time ad guests who are local residents or workers 18 years & older only, however, 16 & 17 year olds Phone 5367 8422 Fax 5367 6944 may trial an “Approved Club” - see anytimefitness.com.au/approved-clubs (photo ID required). Offer subject to satisfactory completion of pre-exercise screening & to standardBACCHUS temporary/guest MARSH membership VILLAGE terms. Not SHOPPING valid CENTRE with any other offers. Not redeemable for cash. Not transferrable. Only valid at specified club(s) (Club). Limit 1 Email: general@bmfl ooring.com.au 169A Main St, Bacchusoffer per Marsh person. Where 5367 the trial 0644 pass permits use outside staffed hours, SHOPa refundable 72 deposit BENNETT may be payable STREET for Web: bacchusmarshfl ooring.com.au an access card. Further provisions may apply. See Club for details. Offer expires 31/12/15.PH: 4367 7006 Email - [email protected] The Moorabool News – 27 October, 2015 Page 15 News Brigade achieves top rating

By Jessica Howard volunteers. These people give up a lot of giving them the 100 per cent rating. their free, family and work time in order to “That is definitely a really good thing Members of the Ballan Fire Brigade have serve their community,” he said. because we get onto the road nice and quick been recognised for over 230 years of “It’s great to see members of our Brigade and can get to these incidents as soon as combined service. being acknowledged and it is well deserved possible. We would rather rush to a small In an award ceremony held in September, by everyone. There are still more to be fire than arrive to find it has doubled in size”. nine Brigade members were presented with awarded for those who couldn’t make it on Myers said he hoped to see the Brigade a National Medal, which recognises 15 or t he n ig ht ”. maintain their successful figures, especially more years of diligent service. Myers, who received the National Medal for with the beginning of an unusually early fire Award recipients included Glen Cameron, 24-years of active service, said the Brigade season. Justin Cameron, Karen Easterbrook, Ian was also praised for their State Emergency “I think its going to be even busier than Ireland, Kaine Myers, William Searle, Billy Service call out figure. normal and quite challenging by the looks of Smith, Sam Spiers and Christopher Thom. “We are currently sitting at 100 per cent for it so we are going to need all hands on deck,” Brigade captain Kaine Myers said the our call out response time, so when someone he said. awards were a great achievement for both calls Triple-000 it takes us six minutes to get “We need to make sure people clean up the Brigade and the individual members. the trucks out the door every time,” he said. their yards and they need to ensure that “Fifteen years or more is a long time The CFA have a response/call out time there is access to their properties for a truck GLEN CAMERON joined the Brigade in and we see a lot of commitment over that of eight minutes and the Ballan brigade or tanker”. 1971 and has been an energetic, reliable period, especially considering it’s all from achieved under that time for every call out, Photos by Chris Thom and dedicated member for over 44-years. Glen has held the roles of 1st Lieutenant, Captain and Ballan Group Delegate.

CHRISTOPHER THOM was a member at JUSTIN CAMERON joined the Brigade as KAREN EASTERBROOK has been an IAN IRELAND joined the Brigade in 1988 Nerrin Nerrin Fire Brigade from 1981 to a junior in 1995 and became operational active operational member for almost 30 as an active fire fighter. For over 27 years, 1986. He joined the Ballan Brigade in in February 1999. During this time, Justin years. Whilst no longer operational, she is Ian has dedicated his time to local 1983 and has held the positions of has consistently attended and has held still active in the Brigade’s community incidents and has held the positions of Apparatus Officer, 3rd Lieutenant and the roles of 4th Lieutenant, VFBV activities. Brigade Communications Officer, Equipment Maintenance. Delegate and Communications Officer. Secretary, Treasurer, 4th Lieutenant and Equipment Maintenance Officer.

KAINE MYERS has been an active WILLIAM SEARLE has been involved in BILLY SMITH joined the Brigade as a SAM SPIERS has served a number of member since 1991 and is the current the Brigade’s activities since 1994 and junior in 1997 and became operational in CFA Brigades including Wando Heights Brigade captain. Over the past 24-years has made himself available for both home 2000. He has held the roles of (1990 – 2007), Nelson (2007), Ballarat he has also held the positions of and away strike teams, including the 2009 Communications Officer, VFBV Delegate, (2007-2011) and Ballan (2011 – present). Communications Officer, Trainer, 2nd Black Saturday Fires. For 21 years he has Group Delegate, Group Training Officer, Lieutenant, 1st Lieutenant, Group served in various roles including 3rd Lieutenant, 2nd Lieutenant and 1st Delegate, Junior Leader and VFBV Communications Officer, Junior Leader, Lieutenant. Delegate. 3rd Lieutenant and Equipment Maintenance. Page 16 The Moorabool News – 27 October, 2015 Email - [email protected] Café Chat An advertising feature of e Moorabool News Your guide to Cafés in the Moorabool region October 2015

From the TIN plate the × Caf $ • all day brekky menu Coffee & Cake 5 • organic coff ee • cakes $ .50 Sushi Rolls 2 • home made soups Friendly Staff Hot Chinese • great lunch selection Relaxed Take Away Available • catering available Atmosphere • alfresco courtyard FOODWORKS BACCHUS MARSH • inside seating for 40 1-9 Bennett Street, Bacchus Marsh Phone: 5367 3388 Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-3pm, Sat 8am-3pm 1/132 Inglis St, Ballan Ph 5368 2844 Welcome to ALL DAY BREAKFAST Deb’s House The Tin Plate is an Inglis Street Ballan café cooking up fresh, delicious and tasty breakfasts, snacks and 2 Albert Street, Darley lunches that are sure to please. Ph: 5367 2888 Owner Jacquie Sfetcopoulos opened The Tin Plate Expressions Of Love Open 6 Days 18Tapas months ago and boasts specialising in her all day Mains breakfasts. DEL RIOS Trish 5368 LUNCH 2740 MENU Egg & Bacon Sandwich On off er is an extensive menu of scrumpti ous breakfasts Lunches, Cakes, Coffee + Small Coffee $6.50 starti ng at $6 for toasted plain or fruit sourdough with yourGarlic choice Prawns of jam, honey or vegemite. ‘The Tin Plate $8 Wed-Mon (ClosedSmoked Tuesdays) Salmon Salad (quinoa, tomatoes, Spanish $18 + Medium Coffee $7.50 Tempter’Albondigas includes (Spanish 2 eggs cooked meatballs) your way on toasted $8 Shop 1/130delonions, Inglis Rios Street, capers, Sparkling Ballan cos Brut lettuce & rocket salad with $10/gl $40/bot sourdough with a choice of three sides from bacon, Patatas Bravas (baked potatoes spicy tomato sauce) $6 homemade dill mayonnaise) + Large Coffee $8.50 chipolatas, mushrooms, roasted or fresh tomato, Warm marinaded Olives served with crusty bread $8 OPENING HOURS MON-FRI 4.00am–3.00pm house-made baked beans, spinach, roquett e, salmon, avocado,Spanish Meredith Jamon goats Serrano cheese (served or hollandaise, with bread) for $10 Suggested wine: 2011 Sauvignon Blanc $8/gl $30/bot SAT 5.00am–1.00pm onlySpanish $16. A delightf Tortilla ul choice. served For breakfast with bread customers $8 Fish of the Day $30 are faced with a tough decision: What to order! Bruschetta (Tomatoes, Spanish onions, basil $10 Lunchtopped choices with can be Meredith selected from marinaded the ever goats fetta)inviti ng Home of cabinet in the front entrance of the café, or just ask Spanish Paella (chicken and seafood rice dish) Suggested wine: 2011 Pinot Noir $9/gl $35/bot the friendly staff for assistance. Special dietary served with salad $25 the Cannoli requirementsMussels Española are no hassle, served simply with crusty ask a staffbread member. $12 (Mussels steamed with tomatoes, garlic, basil & white wine) in Cannoli As a passionate owner Jacquie and her staff aim to

please all her diners. When not in the kitchen Jacquie Spanish chicken salad $18 ✸ Check new Menu to suit your taste canSpanish be seen wandering twice baked through chicken the wings café chatti ng and Grilled tender pieces of chicken marinated with Served with crusty bread $10 ✸ Home made Beef Burgers surveying her domain. Traditional Spanish herbs & spices erved s on a salad

The Tin Plate off ers catering to outside events, call in of Suggested lettuce, wine: rocket, tomatoes, 2008 Marsanne spanish , onions avocado $9/gl $35/bot ✸ Fresh Crumbed Schnitzel andBocadillos see what is de available. Chorizo (Spanish chorizo sliders) $12 & mango ✸ Daily Roasted Meats Jacquie2 small chooses bread to use local buns free with grilled chorizo, range eggstopped and local smallSuggestedwith goods. caramelised Proudlywine: “supportiAnarchist onions, ng many roasted ” R localed Blendproducers peppers, rocket $8/gl $30/bot Mon-Fri 5am–3pm, Sat 6am–12pm and & businesses, homemade allowing mayonnaise them to make great tasti ng wholesome homemade meals for you to enjoy. Coff ee Anakie Wagyu Burger topped with a tomato $19 33 Griffith Street, Maddingley & roast pepper relish, cheese & crispy lettuce used is 100% certi fi ed organic. Suggested wine: 2009 Cabernet $10/gl $40/bot Ph: 0422 638 027 served with chips NextSpring ti me grape you are in Inglis pickers Tapas Street, PlatterBallan make sure you $20 2006 Cabernet (Connawarra) $9/gl $35/bot popSelection in and enjoy of your Spanish next coff cold meats, ee and meal olives, there. The Tin Plate 1/132 Inglis St, Ballan SuManchego ggested wine: cheese 2011 Rose $8/gl $30/bot (gluten Hours: free Mon-Fri option 7am-3pm, available) Sat 8am-3pm Supervised Friday $28 Ph 5368 2844 Grilled Western night Plains dinner Pork Cutlet Play Areas SuggestedWith apple, wine: coriander 2011Anakie & Shirazhoney salsa served $9/gl with a $35/bot rocket & roast 6-9.30 pumpkin pm salad and spanish paprika potatoes

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MERV Patton’s Prayer with Pastor Merv Patton It ain’t always

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TOM Environmental Opinion with Tom Kingston

No mine, no jobs; let’s blame the environmentalists Sometimes, it seems, de- racy can work. That being Minister Mr Frydenberg but also causes local health berg said it was a “commer- the current federal govern- mocracy can do some good. said though, the new leader saying that the controversial impacts, with millions of cial operation and needed to ment supports this massive It was less than one year ago of Canada has been given Carmichael coal megamine premature deaths from air stand on its own two feet”. mine which will probably that Australia’s Prime Minis- the charter to act on climate is really a good thing for the pollution a year, and pol- He hinted that the company fall over. And when it falls ter and Canada’s Prime Min- change. The new leader of poor of India and elsewhere. lutes local water supplies. was unlikely to get access to over they can say that they ister stood shoulder to shoul- Australia has not. He is still He said, “That’s more people All of this is a lead into any cash under the $5 billion did their best to keep these der to say that action on beholden to the Abbott leg- dying through those sorts of some ruminating about just northern Australia infra- jobs in Australia and it was climate change was not their acy. This is no more evident inefficient forms of energy why Australia’s Environ- structure concessional loan those environmentalists responsibility and they were than in the latest decision of than from malaria, from ment Minister (someone the kitty. who did the deed. So, as the new leaders in showing his government to give per- tuberculosis and HIV AIDS other day referred to him No other investors will the ‘other’ way. They were mission for the largest coal all combined. I think there usual, the environmental- as Australia’s Environment touch it. The community standing together against mine, in Australia’s tragic is a strong moral case here.” Monster) Mr Hunt’s recently ist will take the blame and doesn’t want it. And the rest the tide of global action on history of coal mines, to go The fact that four out of five approved this coal mine. the government will ride of the world is moving on climate change. Now they ahead. people without electricity in My ruminating might be on the anger and hope to from coal. Adani appears to are both gone. Not only that I am pretty sure most of us India are not connected to way off the mark but here hell the Greens are blamed be struggling to raise private but the new Prime Minister will remember forever our an electricity grid so can’t goes. I think that our federal and the two party system capital, and despite declar- of Canada comes out and former leader assuring us, access coal-fired power will government knows that this can go right on merrily run- ing that construction would says one of his first moves and the world, that “coal not get in the way of a good mine is not a certainty and ning things. Does that sound be underway by 2013, not a will be to act on climate was good for the world”. ‘moral argument’ let alone probably will not go ahead far-fetched? sod has been turned. change. “In 2015, pretend- This, when all our scientists the moral issue that if it is for a number of reasons. What is your opinion? ing that we have to choose and most world leaders such a needed resource for The mine has been called So for my guess: the two between the economy and were saying we needed to the poor why not send it to “unbankable,” the National main parties in the state and the environment is as harm- reduce our coal use or face them free of charge. We are Australia Bank has said it federal arenas are focused, Next MEG meeting: Thurs- ful as it is wrong,” he said a terrible future. And now also aware that the burning will not fund the mine and it seems to me, totally on day October 29th Bacchus in a speech earlier this year. under our new captain we of coal not only increases 14 major global banks have getting into office and once Marsh Library 7.30pm Sometimes, it seems, democ- have Australia’s Resources greenhouse gas emissions rejected it. Even Mr Fryden- there staying in office. Hence All Welcome Page 18 The Moorabool News – 27 October, 2015 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 MARKETS CHURCH Ballan & District Community House Ballan Lions Club Market Bacchus Marsh Baptist Church Offering classes in - ebay buying and selling, 4Nov; Saturday 7 November, 8am-1pm. 1st Saturday each Month. Sundays, 10:30am. Worship Service and Children’s Program. Serious Photography, 7 Nov; Christmas Craft Quilt, 9 Nov; Inglis St, Ballan. Enquiries - 0432 961 975 (Paul). Phone 5367 6550 for more details. Ortho-Bionomy Self Care, 14 Nov; Skype, 18 Nov. For Ballan Farmers Market costs and enrolment information please call 5368 1934 or Our Lady Help of Christians Korobeit Next Market – Saturday 14 November , 9am-1pm. email [email protected] Sunday Mass 11.30am (2nd & 4th Sunday of Month). 2nd Saturday each month, Mill Cottage car park. Ballan Uniting Church Darley Neighbourhood House & Learning Centre, 33-35 Enq – 0498 361 291 or 0490 114 130. Jonathan Drive Darley. Short courses, recreation classes, Services – 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays 11.15am. 4th Sunday community groups, occasional child care, venue hire. CHURCH 9.30am Reflective Worship Enquiries welcome. Phone 5367 4390, www.darleylearning. Golden Harvest Christian Fellowship com Gordon Catholic Parish Non denominational - Prayer every Sunday 10am, Men’s Mass Times – Saturday 31 October – Dunnstown, 6.30pm; KYB Monday evenings 6pm. Ladies KYB Wednesday 1pm. MEETINGS Sunday 1 November – Gordon, 8.45am; Ballan, 10.30am. Further details – 0429 681 566 Ballan Anglers Inc B3 Community Bacchus Christian Fellowship Meeting second Wednesday every month. Hudsons Hotel, Focused, family friendly church with a difference. Services 7.30pm. More anglers and families needed and welcome – every 2nd & 4th Sundays at Avenue Bowling Club, Main St, Sunday Services 11am, RSL, Main St, Bacchus Marsh – Enq. 0400 003 936. Bacchus Marsh. Jim 0434 341 797. Rose-Carers of Maddingley Park Anglican Parish of West Moorabool Bacchus Marsh Life Church Working Bees every 3rd Wednesday & Sunday of each Ballan, Bungaree, Morrisons and Gordon. Service Times Meeting 10am every Sunday at the BM College Drama month. All welcome. Enquiries - 0418 171 119. – Saturday 31 October - St John’s Bungaree, 6pm; Sunday 1 Room, in Grant Street. Enquiries Pastor Merv - 0412 290 036. Bacchus Marsh Family Drug Support Group November - St John’s, Ballan, 9.30am; St James’Morrisons, For Family Members who have a loved one affected by 5pm. Enquiries to Glen Wesley on 5368 2730. drugs. Enquiries - 1300 660 068. Bacchus Marsh Christian Church Moorabool • Brochures Sunday Services 10am with kids program. Glow Youth 7pm Lal Lal Moorabool Photographic Group Inc every Friday night. 222 Main St, Bacchus Marsh. Enquiries • Newsletters Meeting 3rd Wednesday each month, 7pm. Soldiers 9028 2622. Memorial Hall, Lal Lal. Enquiries 5341 7535 or secretary@ Bacchus Marsh Uniting Church Parish rint Centre • Booklets A4 & A5 lallalmooraboolphotographicgroup.org Services - St Andrew’s 9.30am every Sunday (3rd Sunday of print • copy • scan • design Footscray Poultry Club (at Bacchus Marsh) month Family Service). Pentland Hills 2pm 1st Sunday of • Posters Meetings held 2nd Sunday of month, 2pm. Poultry Pavilion. month. Enq 5367 2543 (office) or www.themarshuca.org.au • Invitations Racecourse Rec. Reserve, Balliang-Bacchus Marsh Rd, Holy Trinity Anglican Church - Bacchus Marsh Bacchus Marsh. All welcome – Jack 9741 9705. FAX Service Times - Sundays 8.30am & 10am; Wednesdays 10am; $1 PAGE • Graphic Design MARKETS Balliang - 2nd & 4th Sundays 9am; Myrniong - 1st & 3rd Sunday 11am; Messy Church - 3rd Sunday 5pm. Enquiries • Photocopying Darley Market 5367 5362 (office). Saturday 7 November, 8am – 1pm. Stalls offer bric-a-brac, Church of the Living God 58A Steiglitz Street, Ballan • Colour fruit/veg, clothing, plants and more. 1st & 3rd Saturday Christian youth ministry and bible teaching. 2nd Sunday Phone: 5368 1966 each month at Darley Park Football Reserve. Enquiries – of every month, 5pm. Open to all ages. At 14 Darcy St E: [email protected] • Black & White 0488 345 145 (Alan). Maddingley. Enq – 0408 260 727.

ELAINE TENNIS CLUB OFFICIAL COURT OPENING The opening of our Blue Acrylic Courts When: 7th November 2015 Time: 12pm Moorabool Shire councillors, Buninyong and District Tennis Association representatives and Tennis Australia representatives will be present Free BBQ Licensed Bar Facilities All past and present players and supporters welcome. Enquiries President Debbie Mair Ph 0415 969 290

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P & F ANNUAL Mental Health and Alcohol & Drug Treatment Services “OAK’S DAY”

LUNCHEON Call our FREE Intake and Referral Service St Andrews’ Uniting Church, Bacchus Marsh 1300 022 760 (Mon-Fri 9am - 5pm) Where: Ballan Golf Club House Car Boot Sale & Craft Market When: Thursday, Nov 5, 2015 305a Dana Street, Ballarat th Time: 11.15 am onwards www.acso.org.au Saturday 7 November 2015 Cost: $25.00 per head 10am to 2pm

Smorgasbord style luncheon Don’t want to have a Garage Sale at Drinks at bar prices home, then sell at our car boot sale. Fruit punch provided Indoor Craft market will be a Door Prize Lady of the Day prizes Christmas theme.

Bookings essential: Please contact for all enquiresenquiries and bookings Please contact Roz (0402)959-761 or [email protected] 5368 1015 Liz (0409) 137-738 or 5367-3004 Email - [email protected] The Moorabool News – 27 October, 2015 Page 19

Rise in regional capital growth forming well include An- glesea, up 13.6 per cent to $625,000, and Barwon Heads, up 12.6 per cent to $777,000. Meanwhile, strong median house price gains were seen in towns within commuting distance of Melbourne. The Ballarat suburb of Ca- Fabulous Family Enjoyment nadian saw the largest an- nual growth of commuter Enzo Raimondo towns, up 15.4 per cent to a 23 Franklin Street, Bacchus Marsh CEO, REIV median of $347,500 while Auction Sat 31st Oct 11am on site house prices in Ballarat The latest data from REIV North increased 13.1 per cent Pleasantly positioned in a serene street, this charming shows solid capital growth to $329,750. property’s generous gardens and already attractive has been recorded across re- Significant price growth spaces offer so much room to move. Warm timber floors gional Victoria in the year to was also recorded in Bal- larat and Ballarat East in enrich a delightful lounge, 2.7m ceilings extend through September 30. Regional Victoria’s median the 12 months to September to 4 bedrooms. A fantastic kitchen/meals area with house price increased 5.5 per 30, up 11 and 8.3 per cent walk-in pantry & quality appliances are enhanced by a cent over last year’s figures respectively. This increased brilliant family room extending out to the alfresco area, to $347,000 while unit prices the median house price in overlooking the in ground swimming pool & sunny rear were up four per cent to a those areas to $347,000 and gardens. Secure double garage/workshop contribute to median of $260,000. $280,000. While house prices in- this home located close to schools, train station & shops. The Macedon ranges also creased across the state, appealed to buyers with me- Terms 10% deposit -Settlement 30/60 days. there is substantial variation dian house price increases in capital growth between seen in both New Gisborne 166 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh regions and even between and Gisborne. New Gis- LEN SMITH towns within those regions. borne’s median house price Phone: 5367 8128 Mobile: 0418 343 754 Towns in Victoria’s north- rose 14.4 per cent to $577,500 REAL ESTATE www.lensmith.com.au west recorded some of the while Gisborne saw capital largest increases in the year growth of 13.2 per cent over to September 30 with Horsh- the year to $587,500. am enjoying the state’s high- STUNNING VICTORIAN HOMESTEAD AND SETTING Annual double-digit price HISTORIC 143 ACRES - 57.83 ha est capital gain. The annual growth was also seen in BALLAN - MT. WALLACE “Gurra” median house price there Approximately 1 hour from Melbourne and Hamilton, up 12 per cent to rose more than 20 per cent 15km south of Ballan - 2081 Ballan-Meredith Road, $279,000; Maffra, up 11.6 per Mt. Wallace over the year to $226,000, up cent to $251,000; and Red from $180,000. ● Cliffs, up 10.1 per cent to Stunning Victorian homestead expertly This was followed by Day- refurbished and offering a magnifi cent way of $196,000. life. In stunning gardens, comprising 4 bedrooms, lesford, also in the state’s formal lounge - sitting rooms. Includes parents north-west, where house Like Melbourne, regional retreat/study, enclosed sunroom and a superb centres are also recording large family kitchen/meals area. Many outstanding prices also grew by more features including in-ground swimming pool and than 20 per cent over the an increase in the number historic gardens. same period last year to a of property sales. A range ● Steel cattle yards - 4 stand woolshed - sundry median of $440,000, up from of factors is contributing to sheds. $354,500. this including new infra- ● Heavy carrying country - lush pastures - extensive It was good news for home structure, transport links plantations. owners in Warrnambool, and commuting distance to Melbourne. Auction Saturday 7th November where the median house at 12.00noon - on site price of $357,500 was up from For more information on Melbourne $300,000 – annual growth of median house prices, please (03) 9866 5588 19.2 per cent. visit the REIV website at reiv. 0418 317 440 0418 512 494 Other coastal areas per- com.au/propertydata. Page 20 The Moorabool News – 27 October, 2015 Email - [email protected]

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AUCTION Saturday 31st October 11am On Site

FABULOUS FAMILY ENJOYMENT 4 2 2 Pleasantly positioned in a serene street, this charming property’s generous gardens and already attractive spaces o er so much room to move. Warm timber  oors enrich a delightful lounge, 2.7m ceilings extend through to 4 bedrooms. A fantastic kitchen/meals area with walk-in pantry & quality appliances are enhanced by a brilliant family room extending out to the alfresco area, overlooking the in ground swimming pool & sunny rear gardens. Secure double garage/workshop contribute to this home located close to schools, train station & shops. Terms 10% deposit -Settlement 30/60 days. 23 Franklin Street, Bacchus Marsh

Budget Pleaser BlueLocation, chip location,You Will Love outstanding It! opportunity

DARLEY 17 Davies Street BACCHUS MARSH 51-61 Main Street This is your opportunity to secure this well located home, either 3 1 1 Forming an integral part of Bacchus Marsh’s rich heritage “Banool” 4 2 2 move straight in or to purchase as an investment. Comprising Inspect: Sat 10.30-11.00am circa 1929 is a superb example of the architectural elegance of this era. Inspect: By appointment of 3 bedroom all with built-in-robes, large lounge with slow Magni cently advantaged by a coveted North-East aspect displaying combustion wood heater, air conditioning, adjoining dining glorious views overlooking the Bacchus Marsh Township, all within walking distance to local amenities. Set on a signi cant allotment of room, kitchen/meals area, net and tidy gardens, single carport. Price: $265,000 Price: $1,350,000 Within a seemingly quiet neighbourhood this home is within 8890sqm or 2 acres plus, represents an exceptional opportunity for Len Smith: 0418 343 754 potential subdivisional development S.T.C.A. Len Smith: 0418 343 754 easy access to shopping, schools, bus transport and freeway. Web Id: - Web Id: -

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BACCHUS MARSH 20 Young Street BACCHUS MARSH 9 Graham Street You could not  nd a better location to Bacchus Marsh Village 3 1 1 This fabulous weatherboard is in absolute immaculate condition 4 2 2 Shopping Centre and local Primary Schools. This solid brick home Inspect: By appointment right in the central heart of Bacchus Marsh. Comprising of 4 Inspect: By appointment bedrooms (en-suite & WIRs to master), 2 separate living areas, is worthy of a renovation or development from here, (S.T.C.A). 3 and quality timber kitchen with outstanding stainless steel bedrooms, lounge, dining, kitchen/meals. Set on a large block appliances. Adjoining to the house is a separate o ce/showroom, the possibilities are endless, call today! Price: $369,000 which is currently rented ideal for someone to run their business Price: $620,000 Len Smith: 0418 343 754 from or as a smart investment. Genuine opportunity is o ered Len Smith: 0418 343 754 Web Id: - here with this versatile property. Web Id: -

166 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh Phone: 5367 8128 Mobile: 0418 343 754 Email - [email protected] The Moorabool News – 27 October, 2015 Page 21

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Ballan 11 McMahon Drive 3 2 2 Bacchus Marsh 3 Egan Court 4 2 2 Bacchus Marsh 5 Alice Close 4 2 2 An excellent fl oor plan with main bedroom with WIR & ens. Formal lounge, spacious Fabulous 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home on a 1 acre block positioned to capture north Close to the CBD this spacious family home takes advantage of the sun. It boasts family room, meals & kitchen. Bedrooms 2 & 3 have BIRs & are adjacent to the and east panoramic views. Master bedroom has a WIR, ens with double vanity, double double glazing, solar panels & a Sun Lizard solar heating & cooling system. With 4 family bathroom. Kitchen with an island bench with stone top, a 900mm gas cooktop, shower & separate WC. Remaining 3 bedrooms have BIRs. Formal lounge/theatre large bedrooms, master with ens & WIR, BIRs to other bedrooms, separate study/5th fantastic walk in pantry. Ducted heating & cooling. The double garage has a remote room, kitchen, meals & family room. Under roof alfresco area complete with gas BBQ. bedroom & sewing/hobby room. 3 separate living areas meals & kitchen. Loads of control door & a small pergola on the back and the main pergola is off the family room. Ducted heating & cooling and slow combustion wood heater. Double garage under storage space, family bathroom, powder room, S/S appliances. Decking with views, On a fully landscaped 649m2 block in one of Ballans newest subdivisions. roof and 9m x 7m colorbond shed with raised rollerdoor, concrete fl oor and outdoor entertainment area, fully landscaped garden with variety of fruit trees, PID: 823684 power for additional storage if required. PID: 823865 vegetable garden, garden shed & double garage. PID: 822078 AUCTION Saturday 7th November 11.00am

OPEN FOR INSPECTION OPEN FOR INSPECTION Saturday 31st Oct 10.30-11.00am Saturday 31st Oct 12.00-12.30pm QUALITY EXECUTIVE HOME ASKING $479,000 FIRST HOME OR INVESTMENT AUCTION MASSIVE POTENTIAL! ASKING $435,000

Bacchus Marsh 14 Kyle Way 4 2 2 Bacchus Marsh 6 Griffi th Street 3 1 2 Bacchus Marsh 55 Grey Street 5 2 2 This well built, 4 year old home with a well-designed fl oorplan. Generous master This well located 3 bedroom + study home provides a great opportunity to the astute With loads of potential & plenty of room to refurbish or develop. Located on a large bedroom, with walk-in his & her robes, well-appointed ens. 3 further bedrooms buyer. The wide entrance hall leads to the lounge & dining room with polished boards corner block within walking distance to schools, child care, sporting facilities and with BIRs are complimented by a second living area. A large open plan kitchen/ & wall a/c. The kitchen with gas cooktop, wall oven & dishwasher. All 3 bedrooms shops. The unique fl oorplan offers 5 bedrooms, 3 with BIRs, the master with an ens meals/living area overlook the hills & beyond. Entertainer kitchen with Caesar stone have BIRs. Externally you have landscaped gardens & a huge brick garage that will & WIR. There is an abundance of living space with kitchen, dining, lounge, study. benchtops, S/S appliances, quality fi xtures & WIP. Alfresco deck, under-house hold 2 cars & still have room for a workshop. Located within walking distance to the Outside there is a substantial 12m x 8m shed/workshop. On a huge 1550m² block with storage, landscaped gardens, double garage, ducted heating, ducted evap Secondary College, Grammar School, & the railway station. front and side access, ideal for future development (STCA). cooling & ducted refrigerated a/c. PID: 818788 PID: 819103 PID: 803191

OPEN FOR INSPECTION OPEN FOR INSPECTION OPEN FOR INSPECTION Saturday 31st Oct 11.00-11.30am Saturday 31st Oct 11.00-11.30am Saturday 31st Oct 11.30am-12pm GREAT UNIT IN PERFECT LOCATION ASKING $305,000 GREAT SPOT, GREAT VALUE ASKING $346,500 TOWNHOUSE LIVING ASKING $326,000

Bacchus Marsh 2/6 Waddell Street 2 1 1 Bacchus Marsh 19 O’Keefe Crs 3 1 2 Bacchus Marsh 1/45 Connor St 3 1 2 This unit has two bedrooms with BIRs & WWC & one bedroom has a R/C Set at the end of a quiet court within walking distance to schools, Masons Lane This very neat 2 bedroom unit is located within walking distance to the Main air con. Relax & enjoy the lovely formal lounge which also has an a/c. The Reserve, Main Street and other amenities this neat and comfortable brick veneer Street. The unit has a nice big lounge, separate kitchen & meals area, 2 good spacious kitchen has great cupboard space & new dishwasher. Good size home represents terrifi c value. Featuring 3 bedrooms, kitchen/dining, formal living, sized bedrooms with BIRs, walk thru bathroom & separate toilet & laundry. A bathroom with separate bath & shower, separate W.C. and a good size laundry. rumpus, walk thru bathroom, and split system heating and cooling. Externally we have reverse cycle split system a/c for year round comfort. There is also a terrifi c Cooling throughout and ducted heating. Courtyard garden has a small fernery a drive through carport to a large rear yard, set on a 890m² block in a prime location. covered pergola area for outdoor entertaining, a fernery, a large backyard with & garden shed. The unit has a single garage with remote rolladoor, nice lawn area, & single garage with remote control rollerdoor. external blinds & NBN is installed. PID: 812830 PID: 821839 PID: 817404

OPEN FOR INSPECTION OPEN FOR INSPECTION Saturday 31st Oct 12.00-12.30pm Saturday 31st Oct 1.00-1.30pm PRIVATE AND QUIET TOWNHOUSE ASKING $326,000 CALLING ALL INVESTORS! ASKING $299,000 ‘TRISARA’ ASKING $950,000

Bacchus Marsh 2/45 Connor St 3 1 2 Bacchus Marsh 4/11 Silverdale Drv 3 2 1 Long Forest 84 Sundew Avenue 5 2 2 Terrifi c townhouse located in quiet street just 10 minute stroll to Main Street. This terrifi c 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhouse provides you with the perfect Substantial 2 storey home on 2.64 acres in Long Forest. Boasting approx. 50 Nice open plan kitchen/meals/family room with north facing windows, 3 investment opportunity. Surprisingly spacious, the kitchen comes with stone squares of living including formal lounge, 2nd lounge, formal dining, additional bedrooms, and a walk thru bathroom. Spacious yet low maintenance in bench tops, gas cook top, rangehood, wall oven, dishwasher and adjoins the dining/meals area, huge kitchen. Master bedroom with WIR & ENS with spa private & pleasant surroundings. Ducted gas heating & evap cooling. Small meals and open plan lounge room. Bedrooms 2 & 3 have BIW and bedroom 1 bath, walk-thru bathroom to beds 2 & 3. Ducted heating, evaporative cooling but functional yard & alfresco perfect for entertaining. Double garage with has a walkthrough robe to the ensuite. Ducted heating and cooling throughout. & ducted vacuum. 1 bedroom self contained unit with kitchenette. In-ground remote control. Ideal to live in, or add it to your investment portfolio Sliding doors to neat little rear court yard and single garage for pool, landscaping throughout and extensive forest surrounds. with a reliable tenant already in place. PID: 817406 storage or for your car security. PID: 811300 PID: 810454

Daryl Gould Bob Gunnell Peter Leonard Steve Creese Ian McDonald 0409 233 157 0417 566 951 0429 671 990 0475 888 101 0418 522 549 real people working in real property 140 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh Ph 5367 2333 www.arbeerealestate.com.au

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ARIES—March 21-April 20 Think twice before discarding or selling anything. You are too eager to clean up these days! You may have to do some quick mending in the friendship and romance departments. TAURUS—April 21-May 22 Don’t listen for applause for jobs well done - you will be dissapointed. Extra time spent on the phone can throw schedules way off. The weekend favours advice giving and music. GEMINI—May 23-June 21 This is a fine week for creative expression - try a new medium. You find yourself excitable on the weekend. There is something to toast right now. Watch out for tag- alongs. Page 22 The Moorabool News – 27 October, 2015 Email CANCER—June - [email protected] 22-July 22 Fight for a cause. This is not a week for the meek. Some people may become quite generous so learn from them. You attract a new following after the weekend. LEO—July 23-August 22 Your curiosity becomes increasingly active and with good reason. An important business deal could be starting to develop. Responsibility gradually increases as the week Stars & Puzzlesgoes on. Don’t cancel or postpone appointments with any specialist. VIRGO—August 23-September 22 An outstanding career possibility opens up at last. QUICK PUZZLE ★ ★ ★ Romance-wise, this is a mellow week. Relatives make ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ surprise✯ visits, ✯ with a✯ few demands ✯ attached. ✯ Expect ✯ some surprises on the weekend.

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This is an offbeat week - and that’s an understatement - at work and at home.Little arguments can turn to explosions so keep your temper in check. This weekend has an exotic feeling. ARIES—March 21-April 20 Think twice before discarding or selling anything. You SCORPIO—October 23-November 21 are too eager to clean up these days! You may have to do Friendship and sharing are the week’s themes. Travel some quick mending in the friendship and romance plans run a little wild on Saturday. Socially you shine - departments. but check that you are not upstaging loved ones. TAURUS—April 21-May 22 SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 22 Don’t listen for applause for jobs well done - you will be dissapointed. Extra time spent on the phone can throw Watch the tendency to volunteer too often - you’ll be held schedules way off. The weekend favours advice giving to the letter of your promises. You may find yourself and music. involved in a political project. Cancellations seem a way of life. GEMINI—May 23-June 21 CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20 This is a fine week for creative expression - try a new medium. You find yourself excitable on the weekend. Travel is favoured, especially through the weekend but There is something to toast right now. Watch out for tag- look for a new travel companion. Health needs require alongs. extra pampering. Argue over any injustices you experience or observe. CANCER—June 22-July 22 NO. 8927 Fight for a cause. This is not a week for the meek. Some AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19 ACROSS DOWN people may become quite generous so learn from them. This is a good week to clear up small understandings. 6. Reflective (10) 1. Prefer (6) You attract a new following after the weekend. Join discussion groups and enter fun contests. A 8. Candid (4) 2. Bird (7) friendship is ready to burst into full bloom. 9. Mail (4) 3. Fee (6) LEO—July 23-August 22 10. Perch (5) 4. Attempt (6) Your curiosity becomes increasingly active and with good PISCES—February 20-March 20 11. Wine (4) 5. Laziness (5) reason. An important business deal could be starting to The accent is on verbal communication. Scorpios and 12. Material (9) 7. Inform (5) develop. Responsibility gradually increases as the week Leos figure in the week’s enjoyment. This is a good week 16. Aware (9) 13. Number (3) goes on. Don’t cancel or postpone appointments with any to initiate creative projects. Conclude financial dealings. 20. So (4) 14. Boat (7) specialist. Lucky days are Thursday and Saturday. 22. Squander (5) 15. Deceive (5) VIRGO—August 23-September 22 23. Requirement (4) 17. Shellfish (6) BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK 24. Cab (4) 18. Case (6) An outstanding career possibility opens up at last. Each season will offer a new opportunity and an added 25. Glasses (10) 19. Rough (6) Romance-wise, this is a mellow week. Relatives make responsibility. Be less vulnerable to criticism and much 21. Nationality (5) surprise visits, with a few demands attached. Expect some more decisive. Romance can flourish but don’t be so surprises on the weekend. secretive. CRYPTIC PUZZLE LIBRA—September 23-October 22 ACROSS 6. Vic’s number? (3,7). 8. Stupid, a quarter is American This is an offbeat week - and that’s an understatement - money! (4). 9. Shot the loathsome creature (4). 10. Giv- at work and at home.Little arguments can turn to ing one’s name to the child (5). 11. I don’t believe it! A explosions so keep your temper in check. This weekend table! (4). 12.The disclosure means giving notice on the has an exotic feeling. job (9). 16. Enlarge on how ornate it is (9). 20. Report SUDOKU SCORPIO—October 23-November 21 given by the hairdresser (4). 22. The humble woolly lost nothing by being unravelled (5). 23. Sharp answer to Friendship and sharing are the week’s themes. Travel “Where did the apples go?” (4). 24. Beheaded the beau- plansNUMBER run a little wild on Saturday.GAME Socially you shine - tiful Italian girl (4). 25. Armour is one’s forte (6,4). but check that you are not upstaging loved ones. ANSWER BELOW DOWN SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 22 1. Two names on the programme (6). 2. One’s vexation Watch the tendency to volunteer too often - you’ll be held at the child gets a smile (7). 3. Catch within seconds, to the letter of your promises. You may find yourself they’re so slow (6). 4. Quickly getting a poster out (6). 5. involved in a political project. Cancellations seem a way Dad slipped up again. Is is dangerous! (5). 7. In a girl, it of life. shows friendship (5). 13. The girl I dated when ted went away (3). 14. Object to the exam, for the start (7). 15. CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20 Suddenly come out with a jocular retort (5). 17. Scowls Travel is favoured, especially through the weekend but at the many debtors (6). 18. Past it: in the plot over there look for a new travel companion. Health needs require (6). 19. Retire in the depression, returning to the de- extra pampering. Argue over any injustices you crepit inn (4,2). 21. A grand girl; Venetian, perhaps (5). experience or observe. AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19

21, G-lass. 21, This is a good week to clear up small understandings. SOLUTIONSin. Tur-n 19, - CROSSWORDBe-yon-d. 18, L-owers. 17, NO.Sally. 892615, test.

Join discussion groups and enter fun contests. A

(anag.). 5, Add-er. 7, Am-it-y. 13, I-da (Ted). 14, Pro- 14, (Ted). QUICKI-da 13, SOLUTIONS Am-it-y. 7, Add-er. 5, (anag.). friendship is ready to burst into full bloom.

Down - 1, Bill-Ed. 2, Ch-a-grin. 3, S-nail-s. 4, Presto 4, S-nail-s. 3, Ch-a-grin. 2, Bill-Ed. 1, -

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Fallen. 11,suit. Beetle.Strong 12,25, Ashen.(b)Ella. 14,24, Overt.Tart. 23, 18, Lethal.(anag.). 20,Lowly PISCES—February 20-March 20

1, Rot-a. 12, Ad-mission. 16, Elaborate. 20, Bang. 22, Bang. 20, Elaborate. 16, Ad-mission. 12, Rot-a. 1, Angora. 23, Winsome. 24, Latin. 25, Richard Wagner. 1 The accent is on verbal communication. Scorpios and

Across - 6, Six hundred. 8, Dim-E. 9, Slug. 10, I’s-Sue. 10, Slug. 9, Dim-E. 8, hundred. Six 6, - Down - 1, Pacify. 2, Ideal. 3, Austere. 4, Duck. 5, Ru- Leos figure in the week’s enjoyment. This is a good week

to initiate creative projects. Conclude financial dealings. pee. 6, Platter. 7, Runner. 13,SOLUTIONS Satanic. CRYPTIC 15, Vanilla. 16,

Glower. 17, Banner. 19, Aroma. 21, Often. 22, Deed. Lucky days are Thursday and Saturday.

Oyster. 18, Sheath. 19, Uneven. 21, Swiss. 21, Uneven. 19, Sheath. 18, Oyster. BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK Sloth. 7, Peach. 13, Ten. 14, Pinnace. 15, Cheat. 17, Cheat. 15, CRYPTIC Pinnace. SOLUTIONS14, Ten. 13, Peach. 7, Sloth.

Across - 1, Pair of glasses. 8, Leave. 9, Si-mila-r. 10, Each season will offer a new opportunity and an added

Down - 1, Choose. 2, Bustard. 3, Charge. 4, Effort. 5, Effort. 4, Charge. 3, Bustard. 2, Choose. 1, -

Sa-lad-s. 11, Adm-ire. 12, Im-P-el. 14, Score. 18, L-and- responsibility. Be less vulnerable to criticism and much

aste. 23, Need. 24, Taxi. 25, Spectacles. 25, Taxi. 24, Need. 23, aste.

au(ghing). 20, Ni-MB-le. 23, R-aim-ent. 24, NaI-V-E (rev.). W more decisive. Romance can flourish but don’t be so

25, 22, Don’t mentionThus. 20, it. Conscious. 16, Georgette. 12, Hock. secretive.

Across - 6, Thoughtful. 8, Open. 9, Post. 10, Roost. 11, Roost. 10, Post. 9, Open. 8, Thoughtful. 6, -

Down - 1, Polish. 2, I-n a(tion)-ll. 3, Over-due. 4, Ga-s-

p. 5, A-imed. 6, Sold-I-er. 7, Served.SOLUTIONS 13,QUICK Man-s-I-on. 15, Ch-I-anti8927 . 16,NO. Gla-re-d. 17, Re-pent.CROSSWORD - 19, A-beam. 21,SOLUTIONS

Br-I-an. 22, Stun (rev.).

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(6). 16. So oppressive it’s hard to bear? (5). 18. An Eng- An 18. (5). bear? to hard it’s oppressive So 16. (6).

bers come up (4,2). 15. To a degree, the call is revealing is call the degree, a To 15. (4,2). up come bers

one across (6). 14. Attacks when the prearranged num- prearranged the when Attacks 14. (6). across one

Overcharge the man for the fish (8). 13. Coaches to carry to Coaches 13. (8). fish the for man the Overcharge

heart, at the name (6). 6. Pull into the avenue (5). 11. (5). avenue the into Pull 6. (6). name the at heart,

son why the shoe isn’t a slipper! (4). 5. Look, with light with Look, 5. (4). slipper! a isn’t shoe the why son

two points in front (6). 3. Note the time (6). 4. One rea- One 4. (6). time the Note 3. (6). front in points two

1. Likelihood that there will be a view? (8). 2. Let get Let 2. (8). view? a be will there that Likelihood 1.

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guard (8). 19. Note the boy is pleased (4). 20. Most re- Most 20. (4). pleased is boy the Note 19. (8). guard

of light will make a room? (6). 17. Is kidding about the about kidding Is 17. (6). room? a make will light of

it’s the way the tea’s brewed (6). 15. How a clever use clever a How 15. (6). brewed tea’s the way the it’s

From outset are worried about the festival (6). 12. Says 12. (6). festival the about worried are outset From

(8). 9. Have the member wind up with a yarn (6). 10. (6). yarn a with up wind member the Have 9. (8).

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18. Soggy (4) Soggy 18.

16. Spear (5) Spear 16. 20. Nous (11) Nous 20.

15. Straight (6) Straight 15. 19. Boundary (4) Boundary 19.

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RE: LEONARD SYDNEY HORKINGS1. deceased Obligation to publishThe Elms– Designated Resolution Seasonal/Casual5 Staff CREDITORS, next-of-kin and others having claims in Family Medical Centre 5. Publication of notices about the Council If you love working in the great outdoors then we have respect of the Estate of the deceased who died on the dream job for you!! Environmental maintenance, 29th January, 2015 are required by Cahills Solicitors Medical Receptionist Bacchus Marsh brushcutting, mowing, fencing, revegetation works of 7-9 View Point, Bendigo, Victoria to send particulars(1) Each publisher must publish a notice about the Council in each print publication it Must have extensive experience in an office or Above Award wages paid to Cahills Solicitor by 10th January, 2016 after which controls and on each website it controls. medical setting. Computer experience essential. Must have OHS/White Card date Cahills Solicitors may convey or distribute the Shifts include day, evening and weekends. assets having regard only to the claims of which(2) The content and format of the notice will be as determinedSend resume/enquiriesfrom time to totime by the 25-30 hours / week. Cahills Solicitors have notice. [email protected] Ph. 03 9747 0855 Council.Email The applications notice to is ‘The to Practicebe published Manager’ in a prominent position on the same page as letters Cahills Solicitors 7-9 View Point, Bendigo 3550 Western Land Services P/L, Melton to the [email protected] or the home page of a website, or in such other position as is agreed with the Executive Director of the Council. PUBLIC NOTICE ACCOMMODATON PUBLIC NOTICE Accommodaton Bacchus Marsh & District Historical Society Inc. available in Daylesford Annual General Meeting Expressions of interest 2. 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Email - [email protected] The Moorabool News – 27 October, 2015 Page 27 Sport Avenue Bowling Club Ballan Tennis Club AVENUE Results – Junior Pennant BOWLING CLUB Division 5 v Daylesford Avenue faced top team C4 Blue 11/0 lost Meredith 24/4 FREE BOWLING Daylesford in what turned C4 Black 24/4 def Elaine 9/0 LESSONS out to be a difficult assign- C3 19/3 def Napoleons 17/1 The Avenue Bowling Club is Conducting free bowling ment. Avenue battled hard C2 - Bye lessons For anyone interested in playing Bowls. but was finally overrun to go B Blue 31/4 def Mt Helen 20/2 On Friday 23 October, Friday 30 October and Friday Premier Division v down by 41 shots. Lyn Rob- B Black 36/6 def Warrenheip 12/0 6 November classes will be held at the Club for men, Webbcona inson’s rink that went down women and children commencing at 1pm. Equipment Avenue started slowly, but by 5 shots and the return- supplied. Just bring yourself (and maybe a friend) and a was never out of the contest. ing jet setter John Brandl’s Ballan Golf Club pair of flat-soled shoes to the Club on the corner of Main In his first game as “skip” rink, which went down Results - Week ending Saturday 24 October & Crook Sts Bacchus Marsh. in Premier Division, Dino by 7 shots, recorded good Wednesday - Stableford Enquiries Peter Glass 5367 3167 Boratto and his rink kept in performances. ALL WELCOME !!!!!! touch with their opposition Final score - Avenue 72 lost Winner - Kevin Lockman 41 points, R/up Barry Sims 39 points. and recorded an excellent 7 Daylesford 113 NTPs - 12th John McLeod, 15th Kevin Lockman. shot win. Frank Pomeroy’s Division 7 v Bungaree FUNERALS rink went down by 2 shots Magpie - 14th Barry Sims. Despite having a number after dropping 6 shots on the Saturday Stroke of inexperienced bowlers in 23rd end and Geoff White’s Gold Medal Play-Off & Privilege Cup the side, as well as a num- rink rallied on the last 2 ends A Grade - Winner Don Wickson 70-10-60, ber of players playing out of to go down by 3 shots. R/up Shane Harrison 68-7-61. position. Having yet to win PAT CASH I N Final score - Avenue 86 lost B Grade - Winner Peter Clifford 78-16-62, a game, Avenue hosted Bun- Webbcona 93 R/up Michael Di Fiore 78-15-63. garee hoping to “break their C Grade - Winner John Ryan 91-31-60, Division 2 v Victoria duck”. Strong performances R/up Len Killender 87-25-62. FUNERALS Splendidly led by Peter by Oscar Mauff’s rink (15 NTPs - 7th Rob Brown, 12th, Kevin Lockman, Thistlethwaite’s rink which shots up - amassing 13 shots 15th Greg McAloon. in the last 5 ends) and Ma- led comfortably all day to Magpies - 1st Pat Clifford, 14th Peter Di Fiore. 1114 Doveton St. Nth, run out 27 shot winners and vis Thistlethwaite’s rink (6 the returning Joe Boratto’s shots up), Avenue were able Ballarat rink which won by 4 shots, to come away with a 7 shot Elaine Tennis Club Avenue were able to hold win. Junior Results Round 3 off their more fancied op- The game really went down B Grade 1/B2 Ph: 5333 3911 ponents to win by 10 shots. to the wire as Avenue were Elaine 5/33 def Buninyong Red 1/17 Stewie Wilson’s rink stayed only 1 shot up overall with Brady Dunne, Max Kocon, Jacob Heard, Frazer Mitilaneous in touch with their opposi- 2 ends to play, but held their All Hours C Grade 1 tion for most of the day, be- reserve to take the game out. fore finally succumbing to New Skip Don Lemin just Elaine/Navigators 4/24 def Napoleons 0/14 a 5 shot loss. The other rink failed to greet the judge, los- Sophie Mair, Montana Mair, Natasha Ford, Caitlyn Canty skipped by Peter Glass es- ing 3 shots on the last end to C Grade 3 Full service tablished a handy lead after a lucky wick that cost them Elaine 2/15 lost Buninyong 2/18 7 ends, but were overrun af- the points by the solitary Molly Dunne, Megan Farhall, Hannah Farhall ter the tea break to lose by 16. shot. C Grade 4/5 at moderate cost Final score - Avenue 95 def Final score - Avenue 93 def Elaine 0/9 lost Ballan Black 4/24. Alex Vanderveen, Peetha Victoria 85 Bungaree 86 Vanderveen, Grace Colla, Lily Colla. FREE ADVERTISING SELL YOUR ITEMS $100 & UNDER FOR FREE Email: [email protected] Phone: 5368 1966 *Ads must be emailed by Friday 12 noon. Ads by phone must be between 9.30am–12pm Tuesday–Thursday. PRIVATE ADS ONLY (NO BUSINESSES, NO ANIMALS, HAY OR BULK ITEMS). MAXIMUM 3 ADS PER PERSON.

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Brand new $60 lot - 0409 608 320 Extends to six $100 - 0421 0291 47 40m $50 - 0424 930 653 Page 28 The Moorabool News – 27 October, 2015 Email - [email protected] Sport Sulky Snippets wins in succession with im- Soaked (three wide last lap) proving Grinfromeartoear/ and Queens Vacation which Ballroom Belle gelding Vae trailed the weakening leader Victus at Maryborough on Monsieur Deville. Monday, taking out the Pace for C0 class over 2190 metres. Sent forward from gate six At Ararat on Wednesday, to assume control, Vae Vic- Melton’s Beau Tindale was tus was untroubled in ac- victorious with Four Star- counting for Lets Jazz It Up zzz Shark/Oh Ren Ishi 5-Y-0 which trailed and a death- gelding Im Intense in the seating Justlike Charlie in By LEN BAKER Pace for C2 & C3 class over 2- 0 0.7. 2195 metres. A Geelong Taking a concession for Jason Lee, Im Intense was Sinking the pink double Toolern Vale’s John Justice driven with aggression from Popular owner/breeder Pretty in pink! The ladies at Bacchus Marsh Golf Club ran a McGrath Foundation Breast landed the 3-Y-0 Pace over gate two to lead and was al- Ian Kitchin and close friend Cancer Golf Day in early October. 2190 metres with Always A ways travelling comfortably. Ken Adams shared in a dou- Virgin/Seductive gelding Lady Captain Margot Dunne said the weather was perfect and the ladies looked fabulous in Kicking clear at the straight ble at the Geelong trots on Hoo Nien, leading for most their pink golf gear. entrance, Im Intense coasted Tuesday, following the vic- of the journey from outside “We had over 50 ladies play in a fun Texas Scramble game. There was also another fun to the wire by 1.1 metres tory of Senor Macray in the the front line to score from edition which was the Ladies taking turns playing a pink ball.” over a death-seating Ark and 3-Y-0 Pace over 2100 metres Hot To Rock (gate two) The club donated over $600 from the day along with other funds from gold events they Daddywho which trailed the raised during the first few weeks of October. and highly promising 4-Y-0 which trailed after leading Ponder/Wya Mya Macray out, with Casino Tommy winner. The mile rate 2-00.9. gelding Tee Cee Bee Macray third after parking in the in the Pace for C1 class over open. The mile rate 2-00.2. 2100 metres, both trained Meetings for the week: Ballan Cricket Club at Bacchus Marsh by Alan Wednesday – Ouyen @ Swan Tubbs and driven by daugh- Ballan 1st XI Craig Demmler’s smart ex- Hill. Thursday – Kilmore, ter Amy. Ballan 5/518 (dec) v Coronet Kiwi 5-Y-0 Muscle Mass/ Friday – Shepparton, Satur- City 3/72 Starcus mare Zhenya was day – Melton, Sunday – Ben- Batting - Z Graham 196, C a strong victor of the Gold- digo, Monday – Geelong/ Dunne 113, M Nolan 92, B Six year old home bred fields Radio 99.1FM Trotters , Tuesday – Yarra Loughnane 64 Modern Art/Me Doli Kit Handicap at Maryborough Valley/Nyah @ Swan Hill/ Bowling - C Dunne 5-1-2/23, gelding Super Zeck returned forT3 or better over 2190 me- Cobram (non TAB) B Loughnane 2-0-1/14 to the winners list for Dunn- tres in a mile rate of 2-02. Horses to follow: Del Ro- Zac Graham led the Ballan stown’s David Murphy in Settling mid-field from 10 sario, Ark, Hells Confession, 1st XI to a massive 5/518 with the Trotters Handicap for T1 metres, Zhenya faced the Lake Eyre, Sunday Service, 196 off his own bat. Cam or better class over 2570 me- breeze from the bell, proving Ritzy Fitz, Rory Mach, Fran- Dunne batted aggressively Riley Ranieri batting in the Under 16 2nd XI. Photo Jason McEgan tres in a rate of 2-05.3. too strong at the finish for co, Blisstar. and started the day off with Stepping cleanly from 20 wickets to have a chance; from the last match. Jason 113. All the boys got on top metres to possie three back unfortunately it was all too McEgan got a direct-hit run- early after declaring leaving late with Ballarat Fire Bri- out for the second week in a in the moving line, Super Coronet at 3/72 overnight. gade winning with 6 overs row which has left the match Zeck was sent forward with Division 3 to spare. evenly poised for next week. a rush approaching the bell to cross and lead for the final Ballan 9/190 lost Ballarat Fire Under 12s Under 16s circuit, easily accounting for Brigade 6/194 Ballan 2/49 v Eyensbury Batting - A Mullane 48, R Ballan 7/150 v North Ballarat Left Right Aandcentre and 2/47 3/43 Lindsey 36, T Trickey 29, M Batting Pocket Of Fortune. Batting - R Ranieri 53 ret, J - D Pascoe 9 no, T White 21 no Cox 5, M Golding 4 no, J McGregor 53 ret Bowling - M Currie 8-2-3/28, Bower 2 A Mullane 8-0-2/50, C Tooze Bowling - J McEgan 2-0-1/6, Bowling - M Golding 2-0- Former Kiwi 7-Y-0 Live Or 4-0-1/32 B Rivett 1-1-0/0 1/11, J Jarvis 2-1-1/1, T Cox Die/Shareta gelding Bushi Ballan won the toss and bat- After winning the toss Bal- 2-0-1/5 finished all over the top of ted first and got off to a great lan batted with most able to With a full side this week the his rivals to snare the Pace get a start but no one could start with Riley Ranieri and under 12s bowled extremely for C2 class over 2100 metres go on to make a big score. Jack McGregor both mak- well, keeping the opposition for Melton’s Lance Justice in Ballan posted a good score ing 53 before compulsory to 43, everyone bowled their 1-58.8. with heavy hitting by Matt retiring, unfortunately we best. When the side batted White at the end of the in- could not go on from there they only lost two wickets nings. In reply Ballarat Fire and were all out for 150. The for the day with each bat- Friday 23 October, Tabcorp Park Melton Race 1 Winner: Brigade got quick early runs boys bowled good and tight, ter doing their part to get to Long Forest duo Andy and Modern Bliss (10). Trainer: Chris Alford. Driver: Chris Alford. but the boys did well to get with all bowlers improving 2/49. Kate Gath brought up three Photo: Stuart McCormick.

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By Scot Nicholson ahead of ourselves and need continued on Saturday as to take things one week at they won 84 – 70. Division 3 v Beaufort Golf a time.“ Coffey said, “The Donna Robinson had an- Two undefeated sides went entire side adapted well and other stellar performance as into battle on Saturday, but it we overcame the obstacles she won by 12-shots. John was Ballan who proved to be that come with high inten- Ellery made a return to too strong as they ran out 43- sity matchups.” Division Nine and guided shot winners over Beaufort Neville Smith continued his his team to take out a tight Shani Bullard leaps to a new record height. Jarvis Miles winds up for a massive throw. Golf. winning streak and remains three-shot win. Meanwhile By clinching their third the only undefeated skip as John McGregor suffered a consecutive overall win 122 he won by four-shots, while narrow single shot defeat. Bacchus Marsh Little Athletics - 79, Division Three now sits Dave Myers fought back Manager Eddy Pitcher In perfect conditions for from injury, competing for Athletics, see the ladies in in second place on the lad- hard to succeed by 10-shots said that it was pleasing to athletics, last Saturday his first time this season the office. der and only a solitary point and Dave O’Hanlon had a see his side playing with morning saw athletes and smashed the Under 12 behind Webbcona, the other draw. enthusiasm. once again produce some Discus record with a new remaining unbeaten side. Next weekend Ballan will “It was an all-round good amazing results. Newly distance of 32.61 metres. Hosting a top of the table travel to face the winless performance that can only elected Centre Captain, Jarvis looks set for another encounter provided a great North Ballarat. be summed up as a team Maddy James (Dolphins) set successful season. Shani opportunity for Ballan to effort.” Pitcher said, “The 2 new Centre records, the Bullard (Blues) improved her Division 9 v Beaufort Golf first in the 300m Hurdles previous High Jump record, test their game plan against contest was played in great running a time of 53.73 set on week 1 of competition, quality opposition. Ballan played with a win- spirits and we relish the secs. Maddy then threw adding 5cm to the Under 16 The standout performance ning spirit as they nailed friendship shared with an- a distance of 8.22m in the record with a new record for the day came from the down a 14-shot victory over other country club such as Under 16 Shot Put. Freya height of 1.40m. team lead by skip Brad Cof- Beaufort Golf. Beaufort Golf.“ Lidgett-Egan (Boomerangs) This Saturday’s competition fey, which went on to claim The last time these two Next Saturday Ballan will set her first Centre Record, at Masons Lane will be a thrilling 29-shot victory. sides played each other was play host to North Ballarat, throwing 12.93 metres in program 4. Registrations are “It was a great performance in last season’s preliminary the side they defeated by the Under 9 Turbo Javelin. still being taken for children Maddy James set 2 new to win by such a large mar- final, of which Ballan were 67-shots in the opening Jarvis Miles (Blues) returned wishing to join Little Centre records. gin, but we can’t get too triumphant and this form round.

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