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(L-R) Member for Western Victoria Joshua Morris, Rob Croxford (MSC CEO), Senator Michael Ronaldson, Moorabool Mayor Allan Comrie, State Minister for Roads Luke Donnellan and
Member for Buninyong Geoff Howard were all at the Halletts Way bridge last Thursday for the official announcement. Photo - Helen Tatchell
Ramps on the way
By Kate Taylor
Funding for East facing on-off ramps over
Halletts Way has been announced - again.
The project has seen controversy over many
years with multiple funding arrangements
announced by succeeding state and
federal governments but the latest joint
announcement by the state and federal
governments is set to see the project begin
by the end of this year.
The project involves east facing access
ramps and a shared user path bridge over
the Western Freeway at Halletts Way.

$10.24 million is being contributed by the
Federal Government, and $2.56 million is
being contributed by the State Government.
Patron Senator for Ballarat, Michael
Ronaldson, and State Roads Minister Luke
Donnellan made the announcement in
Bacchus Marsh last Thursday 18 February,
joined by Mayor Allan Comrie and numerous
politicians including Member for Melton
Don Nardella, Member for Buninyong Geoff
Howard, Member for Western Victoria
Joshua Morris, and Member for Ballarat
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for pedestrian and bicycle access to support
the growing residential area, Senator
Ronaldson said.
This important project will support the
economic and community growth of Bacchus
Marsh and will improve traffic flow and
reduce congestion across the whole area.
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Mayor Allan Comrie and architect Peter Thompson officially opened the new toilets with an unofficial ribbon cutting.
Photo - Helen Tatchell
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By Kate Taylor
Its been a long time coming,
but Rupert Moon Reserve finally has public toilets.
Construction of the toilet
facility commenced in October, with it consisting of five
unisex toilets, including one
accessible toilet providing
disabled access and a baby
change table for parents.
The project also included
the extension of the water
main along the avenue of
honour and a sewer pump
station with connection to a
rising sewer main explaining the $200,000 cost of the

project.
Council officers worked
very hard through the myriad of issues to deliver a project that is much needed,
East Ward Councillor Dave
Edwards explained.
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Primary concern is a school

By Kate Taylor
Mayor Allan Comrie at the Connor Street land

that council want for a new Primary School.
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state government, according
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The land should instead be
sold to council at a reasonable price to keep it as open
space and not be developed
into a residential area.
Councillors voted on the
matter at the special meeting
of council held in Bacchus
Marsh on 21 December, resolving to make its views on
the sale heard.
The controversial proposed
sale arose late last year when
it came to light that council
had reserved the land decades ago, as a site for a future primary school; but that
now the state government,
which now owns the land,
will sell it for development,
as a residential area.
Councillors resolved to seek
urgent discussions with
State Government authorities to consider a transfer of
public land to Moorabool
Shire Council at a reasonable
price.
Member for Melton Don
Nardella defended the sale,
saying that the money will

be used to buy land at Stonehill and a primary school
will be built there in five
years time.
But councillors made it

clear that more schools are
needed right now in Bacchus
Marsh and one is needed
on the Connor St site.
Councillors noted the overenrolment of students at Bacchus Marsh Primary School,

evidenced by the installation
of portable classrooms in the
schools car park.
requests from the Bacchus Marsh Primary School
to Moorabool Shire Council
for the use of Masons Lane
Recreation Reserve for extra
play space and as a drop-off/
pick-up area for School parents, the motion added, noting that parking for school
staff had to be relocated
off-site following the classrooms being installed in the
car park.
As indicating a current,
rather than 5 years into the
future, need for another
public primary school south
of the Western Freeway in
Bacchus Marsh.
Councillors also noted that
the Connor St land is well located for use as a school, being in close proximity to the
existing transport route of
Halletts Way, in close proximity to substantial existing
residential
developments
and in close proximity to the
southern extension of Halletts Way that is currently
under construction.
The motion allows councils

CEO Rob Croxford to write
to local politicians seeking
their support in opposing
the sale.
The motion also outlines

that, in the event the Department of Educations view
on the immediate need for
another state school in Bacchus Marsh is not changed,
the land be used as open
space and not as a residential
development.
Notes the value of the land

as recreational open space
to the Bacchus Marsh community and particularly to
residents within an area of
Bacchus Marsh that is underprovisioned in terms of open
space within a walkable distance, the motion reads.
The motion was passed
with a unanimous vote.
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Residents of Moorabool that were impacted by the Scotsburn

fire on 19 December 2015 are being urged to register for the
Grocon clean-up.
Rob Croxford (CEO Moorabool Shire Council) said the State
Government has appointed Grocon to undertake the cleanup of the Scotsburn fire area for insured and uninsured
property owners.
Grocon is expected to be in the Scotsburn area next week
to inspect registered properties and to begin scheduling the
clean-up which is expected to commence in March.
Mayor of Moorabool Shire, Cr Allan Comrie said only a few
of the affected residents have registered for the clean-up.
We recognise and understand that people are at different

stages of the clean-up, however it is critical that residents
who need assistance register for this service by calling 1300
799 232.
Cr Comrie said it is important that council work with the
community to get homes cleaned-up and back to normal.
Works to be undertaken by Grocon may include the removal

of fire damaged homes, water tanks, outbuildings and other
fire debris.
Residents must register with Emergency Services Victoria
on 1300 799 232 to be included in the Grocon clean-up.
Grocon conducted the clean-up after the Black Saturday

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- (L-R) Phil Jeffrey
(General Manager
Infrastructure),
Rob Croxford
(CEO), Cr. Allan
Comrie (Mayor),
Cr. Tonia Dudzik
and Cr. Paul
Tatchell at the
announcement of
the Halletts Way
funding.
Photo Helen Tatchell
Ramps on the way

(from page 1)
Ms King recently made a
speech in Federal Parliament
calling on outgoing Infrastructure Minister Warren
Truss to reinstate the funding which was originally
promised to the project, but
which was then re-allocated
to the East-West Link and
subsequently stalled.
I have fought hard for this
project from the beginning,
making sure the funding
was allocated in the first
place, and fighting for it to
be restored after it was taken
away, Ms King said.
However, Ms King, of the
Labor Party, pre-empted

any official announcement
of the funding by the Liberal
Federal Government, or by
the Labor State Government,
by issuing a media release
a week before Fridays joint
announcement.
The politics of the long-running Halletts Way funding
fight did not go unnoticed by
Deputy Mayor Paul Tatchell.
Politics ruled the day, as it
has from the beginning of
this sorry saga, Cr Tatchell
said. Whilst the politicians
jostled for front position for
the media, about $30 million of the tax-payers hard
earned is missing without

action.
Make no mistake, Moorabool and the good people of
Bacchus Marsh have been
short changed - it was over
a month ago when Warren
Truss allocated $10.24 million towards this project,
and the State Government
asked for an embargo to sort
out the States contribution;
the embargo was broken and
the rest of the badly needed
traffic works have been left
in political abeyance.
There is still no solution
to a truck route - the roads
around Bacchus Marsh re-
main some of the most dangerous in the State, and all

the politicking and grandstanding on who did what
should be more about who
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Red and the Blue can argue
their way to the bottom of
the debate, the truth doesnt
distinguish between either;
its simply the truth! If it
wasnt so serious it would be
comical.
Expressions of interest for
the project will be called
for in March 2016, with construction expected to get underway in late 2016 and be
completed in late 2018.
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Babies born
recently at
Bacchus Marsh
and Melton
Regional Hospital
Georgie has a new little sister,

Abbie May. Born to Bacchus Marsh
parents Tahlia and Anthony on
Monday 15 February, Abbie arrived
at 13.50pm and weighed 3750
grams.
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Parker have welcomed their second
child, a little girl. Ava Grace Parker
arrived on St. Valentines Day,
Sunday 14 February at 3.56pm. Ava
is a new sister for Noah and weighed
7lb 12oz (3540 grams).
Melissa and Jonathan from Melton

West have a new baby, a little boy.
Jayden arrived on Monday 15
February at 1.29pm and weighed
4050 grams. He is a little brother for
Mia.
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Fourth
time
lucky!
By Kate Taylor
An application to extend a Maddingley
building permit for a fourth time has been
refused and then approved in the final
resolution.
Councillors voted at the February council
meeting to pass the amended motion to
refuse the permit extension, following an
original recommendation made by council
officers to approve the extension request.
Concerns were raised that the permit was
being warehoused.
A report tabled at the meeting stated that
no construction had begun in the more
than six years since the original permit was
issued for the Peelmans Lane property, that
the land has been for sale for some time,
and that the original plans have changed to
include four subdivisions instead of five with
an additional change to the arrangement of
planned houses.
Originally issued back in 2008, the permit
was granted an extension for two years in
2011 with delays being blamed for finance
collapsing; a second extension was granted
in 2013 for one year, with the reason given
that finance was just recently approved; a
third extension of one year was granted in
2014, with the reason again being stated as
funding having only been approved recently.
The conclusion presented by council
officers stated that no effort to commence the
development is warehousing of the permit
and that the request for the extension is
beyond a reasonable amount of time.
Owner Peter Thompson spoke at the
meeting, saying that he, his wife and his son
bought the land.
Warehoused I cannot find that definition
in the Planning Scheme, he told the meeting.
Woodlands Ward Councillor Pat Toohey
asked Mr Thompson what his readiness
was to begin the project now, and what the
hurdles are.
Theres no financial problem, the builders
are ready to go, no problem in that regard,
Mr Thompson replied.
Councillors voted to approve the application
to extend the time for commencement and
completion for one year, meaning that
development must commence by September
29 this year and be completed by 29
September 2018.
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Further deaths revealed Settlements

accepted
By Jessica Howard
A fresh investigation into

stillborn and infant mortality at Bacchus Marsh Hospital has taken the total death
toll to 18.
Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Professor Euan Wallace uncovered seven additional babies who died at the
hospitals maternity unit in a
period dating back to 2003.
The investigation followed
an independent review in
2013-14 that revealed seven
out of ten stillborn and newborn deaths that might have
been avoidable.
In a report on ABCs 7:30
program on Monday (February 15), it was reported
that alarm bells rang during the initial review, when
five of seven babies had died
at full term during labour.
This prompted the Health
Department to ask Professor
Wallace to look further.
The investigations found
serious failures at the hospital, including problems with
foetal heart rate monitoring,

a lack of emergency specialist care and a breakdown in
clinical governance.
Michael Tudball, who was
chair of the hospitals board
until 30 June 2015, told ABC
7.30 that the board had requested for an upgrade in
equipment many times
over the 13 or 14 years [he]
was there.
Most recently in 2013 we
wrote to the department saying particularly for maternity services, that investment
was needed in equipment
because we were outgrowing our capacity. The fundamental is that we were operating with old equipment in
an old hospital its over 55
years old and theres been
no capital investment by any
government at any level in
that time, he said.
ABCs 7.30 presenter Louise Milligan also noted that
three of the doctors who
were involved in delivering the 11 babies who died
in 2013 and 2014 were still
working at the hospital, and

that Doctor Surinder Parhar,
the then head of obstetrics,
had been reported to the
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
Doctor John Ballard, who
in October was appointed
to the board as a delegate
of Health Minister Jill Hennessy, said he could not
speak for the actions of
previous boards or management at the service.
Nor can I speak for the
regulator, the Australian
Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. However,
I can be very clear that no
obstetrician or gynaecologist currently practising at
Djerriwarrh Health Services
has restriction placed on
them by AHPRA. To practise under restriction without informing the service
would be a breach of every
principle underpinning the
changes being wrought at
the hospital and across the
health service, he said.
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Dementia ranks second

highest fatal disease
after heart disease, she said.
By Jessica Howard
Found alive
By Jessica Howard
A Croydon man who went missing in State park bushland

last week has been found alive.
Andrew Sieruga, 31, went missing in the Lerderderg State
Park, near Melton, on Monday (February 15) after leaving a
relatives house in Connor Street Bacchus Marsh at around
2:20pm.
Bushwalkers contacted police after a backpack and clothing
were found about two kilometres north of Parks gate. Bare
footprints were also found near Sugarloaf Track.
Bacchus Marsh Police together with Parks Victoria, air
wing and Victoria State Emergency personnel attended the
location to conduct a search, which was only accessible by
4WD or on foot.
At around 11am on Thursday (February 18), Parks Victoria
members and local police located Mr Sieruga, who was taken
away by Ambulance Victoria to a hospital for assessment.
New research conducted

by Alzheimers Australia
Vic has estimated more than
97,000 Victorians to be living with dementia, including 914 in the State Electoral
District of Buninyong, 825 in
Melton and 856 in the Macedon region.
These figures, which were
realised last week on February 10, are expected to grow
by almost 300 per cent by
2050.
Alzheimers Australia Vic

CEO, Maree McCabe said
over 70 percent of Australians had admitted to knowing very little about the
disease.
Almost half of the population do not realise that
dementia is fatal and is currently the second leading
cause of death in Australia
A quarter of us also believe that it is just a normal

part of ageing. This lack of
awareness and understanding of one the worlds most
prevalent health conditions
must change. All Victorians
will be impacted either by
a diagnosis, through caring
for a loved one or knowing someone close to them,
living with dementia. Dementia really is everybodys
business.
According to the new data,

no area in Victoria is spared.
Within Moorabool, electorate areas from Buninyong,
Melton and Macedon show
some of the highest figures.
For Melton alone, the figure
is estimated to increase from
825 people in 2016 to 10,753
in 2050, an annual growth
rate of 7.8 percent.
Ms
McCabe
said
there
needed to be a massive shift

in understanding to ensure
all Victorians were better
equipped to recognise the
early signs, know where
to seek information and
support, and maintain the
best quality of life possible
when living with a dementia
diagnosis.
Victorians, as a community, need to know how they
too can best support people
living with dementia their
neighbours, their regular
customers or even the person sitting next to them on
the bus, she said.
An increased awareness
will result in reducing stigma and social isolation. This
gets people talking about
it and seeking help earlier.
With better community support people with dementia
will feel included, retain
their independence longer,
they and their carers will be

better supported and overall
have an improved quality of
life.
Ms McCabe said Alzheimers Australia Vic were

calling on the State Government and the corporate community to join forces and
support investment in a sustained public awareness and
education campaign.
We need our Victorian

leaders to make a political
commitment to drive the
change needed to make a
difference to the lives of all
Victorians living with dementia, their families and
carers.
The 2016 dementia prevalence research and the

Alzheimers Australia Vics
2016-2017 Budget Submission can be found at www.
fightdementia.org.au/vic.
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Need for flying

squad to return
By Kate Taylor
There has been a call put out
for the return of The Rural
Flying Squad.
Only funded to 30 June last
year, the Squad previously
provided planning advice
to Councils on complex
matters.
Now, the complex matters
include planning for animal industries, according to
a submission made by the
Peri Urban Group of Rural
Councils.
Responding to the Animal
Industries Advisory Committees Discussion Paper,
the Group has called for the
formation of a Flying Squad
style team with expertise in
intensive animal industry
planning applications.
East Ward Councillor John
Spain, Moorabools representative on the Peri-Urban
Group, said that like other
peri-urban Councils, Moorabool is receiving increasing

numbers of complex planning applications for the use
of farming land by Animal
Industries.
The rapid population
growth in the peri-urban
areas has increased the
workload of our Planning
Department in handling
subdivision and other residential developments. In
some ways this is a bread
and butter workload that
challenges the quantum of
Statutory Planning resources that revenue-poor peri
urban councils can provide,
Cr Spain said.
On top of this, agri-business and animal industry
planning includes greater
complexity and careful consideration of off-site impacts
- waste products, transport
movements, etc - on neighbouring land uses such as
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residential
developments
and traditional farming
practices.
Cr Spain said that recognising a shared problem of
inadequate numbers of local
planning resources skilled in
intensive animal husbandry,
the Peri Urban Group of Rural Councils is seeking assistance in the form of a Rural
Flying Squad of expert rural
industry planners that the
State Minister of Planning
can deploy where needed
into the peri-urban area.
Everyone wants to be responsive to the need for agri
business development with
its promise of greater employment opportunities in
rural areas. Industry needs
consistent, predictable and
rapid handling of planning
applications. Hence the term
flying squad.
William Lewis tells the

Bungaree crowd of the Lewis
familys journey to the area.
Patricia Tippett unveiling

Long plaque.
Lauren Bourke tells the

Whites family history.
Photos Dennis Spielvogel
Families unveil history plaque
By Kate Taylor
Plaques for three families

have been added to the Heritage Wall at Bungaree.
The Australia Day ceremony, now a tradition in the
town, sees names of locally
significant families added
to a wall of plaques which
now number 50, with just
four places left for the 2017
ceremony.
This year, over 150 people
watched as the Lewis, Long
and White families unveiled

plaques to commemorate
their ancestors arrival in the
district, explained Dennis
Spielvogel from the Bungaree Historical Society.
After the ceremony, there
were typical Australia Day
activities such as spud-peeling, races, ropemaking and
a sausage sizzle. Displays
of vintage cars and traction
engines entertained people
outside.
Inside the Historical So-
ciety were craft items and

much of the Societys collection. Members of the Society were available to answer
questions, Mr Spielvogel
said.
Each of the three families
displayed the research that
expanded the information
on the plaques.
Those interested in purchasing one of the three
remaining plaque spaces
should contact Heather
Trigg on 53340226.
Moorabool Shire Council

NOTICE OF ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL
The next Ordinary Meeting of Council will be held on Wednesday 2 March, 2016 in the
Lal Lal Hall, Lal Lal commencing at 5pm.
Members of the public are most welcome to attend.
STREETSCAPE WORKS MAIN STREET, BACCHUS MARSH
Streetscape upgrade works will be undertaken on the north side of Main Street, Bacchus Marsh,
between Gell Street and Young Street, until 29 February 2016. Both footpath access and onstreet parking will be restricted at various times, however every effort will be made to minimise
the disruption to the community.
Please observe all road, trafc and pedestrian signs during the works. Your patience and cooperation is appreciated during this time.
For further information or assistance, please contact Customer Service on 5366 7100.
ROADWORKS LINKS RD, DARLEY
Council will be undertaking road works in Links Road, Darley between Halletts Way and
Robertsons Road up to 25 February 2016.
The road works include the pavement reconstruction between Halletts Way and Manning
Boulevard and footpath rehabilitation between Cairns Drive and Robertsons Road.
The works will be carried out between the hours of 7am and 5pm Monday to Saturday.
Please be aware there may be trafc delays with detours in place when required during different
stages of the construction. Please observe all road and trafc signs during the works. Your
patience and co-operation is appreciated during this time.
For further information or assistance, please contact Customer Service on 5366 7100.
SMALL TOWNS AND SETTLEMENTS STRATEGY
DRAFT COMMUNITY CONSULTATION REPORT
The Draft Community Consultation Feedback Report, will be available for comment until
Tuesday 15 March 2016.
The Report outlines the ndings from the community engagement activities undertaken between
February and August 2015, including the 13 community conversations held in the Shire, 553
completed post card surveys, and 12 primary school visits.
The Report and further information is available in the Talking 2041 section on Councils website
www.moorabool.vic.gov.au
Council is keen to gain your feedback on the Draft Community Consultation Feedback
Report. Your comments are welcomed by Tuesday 15 March 2016 and can be made via
haveyoursaymoorabool.com.au email to info@moorabool.vic.gov.au or in writing
addressed to:
Strategic and Sustainable Development
PO Box 18
Ballan Vic 3342
Phone enquiries should be directed to Strategic and Sustainable Development on 5366 7100.
SECTION 86 COMMITTEE MEETINGS

The next Section 86 committee meeting will be of the Urban Growth Strategy Committee,
tomorrow, Wednesday 24 February, in the James Young Room, Lerderderg Library, 215
Main St, Bacchus Marsh, commencing at 4pm.
Members of the public are most welcome to attend.
SURPLUS ASSET TENDERS
Council is offering the following surplus assets for tender:
2010 Air
1. 2010 EXC KTM 530cc Motor bike. Approximately

1000 kilometres. Excellent Condition.
Compressor
Spear & Jackson
Including Quick Lift, New Accessories. 4 New Tyres,
Owner
Manual.
- Project
Air
40L 2.5 HP
2010 EXC KTM 530cc

Motor bike
Approximately 1000
2010 Workshop
kilometres
Excellent Condition Unused
Including Quick Lift
New Accessories
4 New Tyres
Owner Manual
2. 2010 Workshop Bike Lift - Unused.

2010 EXC KTM 530cc
Motor bike
Approximately 1000
kilometres
Excellent Condition
Including Quick Lift
New Accessories
4 New Tyres
Owner Manual
Bike Lift
3. 2010 Air Compressor. Spear & Jackson

Project Air. 40L 2.5HP - Unused.
2010 Workshop
Bike Lift - Unused
2010 Air
Compress
Spear & Ja
- Project A
40L 2.5 H
Items offered for tender will be available for

inspection on Tuesday 1 March 2016, between
The
Draft Community
Consultation
Feedback Report, will
be available
for comment
11:00am
- 12:00pm
by appointment
only,
at
until Tuesday 15 March 2016.
Small Towns and Settlements Strategy Draft Community Consultation Report
Moorabool Shire Council Ofce

182 Halletts Way, Darley.
The Report outlines the findings from the community engagement activities
undertaken between February and August 2015, including the 13 community
conversations held in the Shire, 553 completed post card surveys, and 12 primary
school visits.
Written tenders MUST be submitted by; 5:00pm

Friday 4 March, 2016. Any person interested in offering a tender for listed items (1, 2 or 3) are
invited to lodge a written tender, addressed to:
Coordinator Community Health & Safety
Tender Application Surplus Assets
PO Box 18 Ballan,Vic 3342
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Expressions Of Love
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The wait is over! Breathe Cafe Play Restaurant is

open for business and Mamma and the crew will
be going back. With two separate SUPERVISED
play areas and a big space for dining, owners
Maryanne and Geoff have successfully created
the perfect family spot to eat. Youll nd booster
seats, plenty of highchairs, a book nook, a great
menu for adults and kids, rainbow scratch cards
on arrival and of course their unique supervised
play areas.
Both the restaurant and care staff are eager to
make your familys experience here as relaxed
and easy as possible. The food is fresh, tasty and
plentiful for the grown ups and Mamma loves the
pick and mix style menu for kids - not a nugget
in sight! Oh and the desserts and cakes are made
in-house too!
After years of being in full swing parent mode at
restaurants, the challenge is to let go and relax.
Mamma says a big thanks to the staff in the play
area - we saw you play, smile and genuinely care
about our little ones experience - making our
time here really lovely. See you again soon!
Mammas special mentions:
- the preschool area has soft fall equipment that
the kids can enjoy as well as puppet shows and
music instruments.
- school age kids have a separate space with all
kinds of cool stuff to keep them happy including
interactive games, a giant connect four and their
state of the art Eyeplay.
- both play areas are at the front of the restaurant
so you can still see your kids and they can see
you.
- an events room is available too, for private
dining, kids parties and adults classes.
There are a few rules around the supervised play
areas which the staff will guide you through on
arrival. Its fairly straightforward.
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Tower connects Crime and drugs on the rise

community
By Kate Taylor
By Kate Taylor
Blackwoods new mobile phone tower is now operational.
Telstra Country Wides Area General manager Bill Mundy
confirmed the news.
The Blackwood Mobile Base Station has been completed
as a part of the Federal Governments Mobile Black Spots
Program and will provide much-needed mobile voice and
data coverage to the township of Blackwood, both 3G and
4G, Mr Mundy said.
The tower follows years of lobbying in particular since the
town was listed as one of Victorias top 50 at risk of bushfire.
It was funded by the state and federal governments as well
as Telstra.
Council Clip
By Kate Taylor
TOM
Two applications by Southern Rural Water to rezone land at

Merrimu Reservoir with the aim of subdividing and selling
it will have to wait.
Moorabool Shire Councillors voted at the December council
meeting to defer the item, opting to instead consider it
after the outcome of the preparation of the Bacchus Marsh
Framework Plan by the Metropolitan Planning Authority.
One application is to rezone land at Diggers Rest-Coimadai
Road, Merrimu from Public Use to a Rural Conservation
Zone.
A second parcel on the same road is earmarked for rezoning
to a Rural Living Zone with the removal of native vegetation.
The resolution passed to defer the motion stated that the
item is deferred to address discrepancies within the report.
The Metropolitan Planning Authority, in conjunction with
Council, is currently in the process of preparing a project plan
(including timelines) for the Planning Ministers approval.
As you are no doubt aware

Australians Environment
Minister has just been
awarded Worlds Best Minister at an international
summit in Dubai.
What follows is just a brief
outline of what this Worlds
Best Minister has overseen
as our Environment Minister. This list is not exhaustive but just gives the flavour
of this Minister.
Greg Hunt was the environment minister in charge
when the federal government scrapped the carbon
price, abolished the independent Climate Commission, attempted to remove
parts of Tasmanias wild
forests from World Heritage
listing, conducted a neverending review of the Renewable Energy Target that
decimated clean energy investment, slashed jobs in the
Environment Department
Moorabool has recorded 63

instances of drug use and
possession crimes in 2015, an
increase on the 36 instances
recorded in 2014.
Moorabool had also recorded 58 offences in 2013, 26 in
2012, 22 in 2011, 34 in 2010, 29
in 2009 and 67 in 2008.
Statistics for the Bacchus
Marsh/Melton area show 14
offences recorded in 2015,
nine in 2014, eight in 2013,
five in 2012, five in 2011, four
in 2010, seven in 2009, and
three in 2008.
The Crime Statistics Agency
released its research paper
into drug use and possession
in metropolitan, regional
and rural Victoria exploring the distribution of police
recorded drug use and possession incidents and first
time offenders across Victoria over the past decade.
It shows that the previously
reported increases in drug
use and possession incidents
over the past five years occurred across the state, although they were highest in
regional towns and cities.
The new analysis shows
that in 2015, regional Victoria recorded a rate of 361
incidents per 100,000 population; substantially higher
than the rate recorded in
both metropolitan Melbourne (273 incidents per
100,000 population) and
rural Victoria (194 incidents
per 100,000 population).
Crime Statistics Agency
Chief Statistician Fiona
Dowsley said that while the

rates for 2015 were higher
than 2011 across the state,
the largest increases were
often recorded in Victorias
smaller towns.
When compared to 2011,
the largest increases occurred in some of Victorias
smaller urban areas, such
as Gisborne-Macedon, Warragul-Drouin, Moe-Newborough, and Sale.
However, while the increases seen across regional
Victoria in the past five years
were large, the drivers for
the change were not clear
from the available data.
Police statistics are not necessarily an accurate measure
of the underlying incidence
of offending, and instead
may be more reflective of
changes to police activity.
For example the largest increases have been in smaller
urban centres where more
active policing can have a
greater impact on the rate of
incidents recorded.
The characteristics of offenders have also changed
over time, with increasing
numbers of female drug use
and possession offenders.
This was especially the case
in regional Victoria, where
a quarter of offenders in
2015 were female. Female
offenders, over 30 per cent,
were especially prevalent
in Mildura, Horsham, and
Shepparton-Mooroopna; By
contrast, 22 per cent of offenders in Melbourne were
female.
The Statistics
Over the past five years, the rate of drug use and
possession incidents in regional Victoria has doubled
(up 109 per cent).
There were smaller increases in both rural Victoria (up
76 per cent) and metropolitan Melbourne (up 57 per
cent).
The proportion of drug use and possession offending
that occurred in regional Victoria has increased, and
now comprises almost a fifth of these incidents.
Most offenders were aged between 15-29 when they
first offended. In metropolitan Melbourne offenders were
more likely to be between the age of 20-29 compared to
rural and regional offenders.
Moorabool Labelled a Crime Hotspot

Overall, crime has risen 7.2 per cent in Moorabool and
thats 1.2 per cent more than the state average.
Figures released by the Crime Statistics Agency show
that Moorabool is listed as a crime hotspot in a list of
local government areas which have recorded rises of
more than five per cent in the 12 months from September
2014 to September 2015.
A total of 2006 offences were recorded in Moorabool
during that time.
Crime rose on average six per cent across the state
for the corresponding period with 482,959 offences
recorded across the state.
Alcohol is a Drug and a Problem

10.1 per cent of Moorabool residents are at risk of shortterm harm from alcohol
The age group with the greatest number of Australians
who drink daily is 70+ years
Around 1 in 6 (15.6 per cent) of people aged 12 years
or older had consumed 11 or more standard drinks on a
single drinking occasion in the past 12 months
1 in 4 women drink alcohol while pregnant, even though
the Australian alcohol guidelines recommend not
drinking during this time
$7b is generated by alcohol-related tax. But alcohol
costs society $15.3b annually
Environmental Opinion
with Tom Kingston
The best of the worst
and CSIRO, and approved

the massive Carmichael coal
mine in the Galilee Basin.
Under Greg Hunts environmental leadership, Australias emissions actually rose
from 2014-2015, and are on
track to continue rising until
2030. Confidence evaporated
in the clean energy industry,
prompting a two-year investment drought and leading to the loss of 2500 clean
energy jobs between 2013
and 2014. Most recently we
dived ten places in Yale Universitys Environment Performance Index, which Hunt
himself once called the most
credible, scientifically based
analysis of its kind.
This list, as I said above,
offers just a few of the reasons why I, and I presume
most who have some empathy for our environment,
find this announcement
in Dubai incomprehensi-
ble at best. I have to say at

first I was tempted to laugh
it off as a joke. However,
maybe it needs some further
investigating.
For the following information I am indebted to Greg
Foyster (Eureka Street - 14
February 2016).
The Best Minister in the
World Award is a new
initiative of the World Government Summit, a yearly
forum hosted in oil-rich
United Arab Emirates. The
criteria are Innovation &
Leadership, Quality &
Impact, Replication and
Reputation.
The Summits website says
the candidates and judges
were chosen by media company Thomson Reuters,
and in a radio interview
Hunt said Reuters initiated
the award. But Reuters has
denied this, and quickly
distanced itself from the
process.
According to Greg Foyster
the award is a favour returned. Its a thank you
from an oil-rich nation for
making it look good in the
past.
The only credible clue as
to why Hunt may have got
the gong is in his acceptance speech. In November
last year, he said, the UAE
hosted the Montreal Protocol discussion aimed at both
protecting our ozone layer
and reducing greenhouse
emissions. Australia was
delighted to support the
UAE in producing a breakthrough Dubai Roadmap to
phase down HFCs and to
save the world an astonishing 90 billion tonnes of emissions to 2050.
So, according to Greg
Foyster, Minister Hunt helps
the United Arab Emirates
achieve kudos on the world
stage for a breakthrough on

the Montreal Protocol. The
event is hosted in Dubai.
Then, three months later,
he receives an award an
inaugural award, with an
opaque judging process
for being the best minister in
the world.
This is the world lived by
our political leaders.
As an alternative to the oilrich United Arab Emirates
leaders opinion of Minister
Hunt perhaps we could ask
a closer neighbour, Kiribatis
President Anote Tong, what
he thinks of the Best Minister in the World Award.
Kiribati has neither the time
nor patience for a gradual
decrease of greenhouse gases. It is already feeling the effects of rising sea levels and
major storms. Anote Tong
voted for Australia to be on
the UN Security Council
because of its pledge to put
climate change on the agenda. He now says his country

feels betrayed by our governments policy on global
warming. He is rather less
positive towards our Minister and Australias climate
policy. Kiribatis President
had this to say about our
government and our minister, They dont feel it, they
dont know it, [and] they
dont care: They care about
the next election. So maybe
the title for Minister Hunt,
who whispers that curbing
global warming to less than
2.0 is a deeply personal goal
of his whilst eagerly, hastily, approving vast new coal
mines, is The Worst Minister
in the World .
What is your opinion?
Next MEG meeting: Thursday February 25th Bacchus
Marsh Library 7.30pm.
All Welcome.
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ADULT EDUCATION
Ballan and District Community House

2016 Term 1 program out now. Book now for - Serious
Photography 27/2; Quick Delicious Meals, 2/3; First Aid
and CPR 11/3. How to wean your baby, 16/3; Bus trip to
Melbourne International Flower Show, 17/3. For enrolment
information and costs please call 5368 1934 or email info@
bchvic.org.au
Darley Neighbourhood House & Learning Centre, 33-35
Jonathan Drive Darley. Short courses, recreation classes,
community groups, occasional child care, venue hire.
Enquiries welcome. Phone 5367 4390, www.darleylearning.
com
MEETINGS
Ballan Anglers Inc

Meeting second Wednesday every month. Hudsons Hotel,
7.30pm. More anglers and families needed and welcome
0400 003 936.
Rose-Carers of Maddingley Park
Working Bees every 3rd Wednesday & Sunday of each
month. All welcome. Enquiries - 0418 171 119
Bacchus Marsh Family Drug Support Group
For Family Members who have a loved one affected by drugs.
Enquiries - 1300 660 068.
Lal Lal Moorabool Photographic Group Inc
Meeting 3rd Wednesday each month, 7pm. Soldiers
Memorial Hall, Lal Lal. Enquiries 5341 7535 or secretary@
lallalmooraboolphotographicgroup.org
Footscray Poultry Club (at Bacchus Marsh)
Meetings held 2nd Sunday of month, 2pm. Poultry Pavilion.
Racecourse Rec. Reserve, Balliang-Bacchus Marsh Rd,
Bacchus Marsh. All welcome Jack 9741 9705.
MARKETS
Ballan Lions Club Market

Saturday 5 March, 8am-1pm. 1st Saturday each Month. Inglis
St, Ballan. Enquiries - 0432 961 975 (Paul).
Darley Market
Saturday 5 March, 8am 1pm. Stalls offer bric-a-brac, fruit/
veg, clothing, plants and more. 1st & 3rd Saturday each
month at Darley Park Football Reserve. Enquiries 0488 345
145 (Alan).
Ballan Farmers Market
Next Market Saturday 12 March, 9am-1pm.
2nd Saturday each month, Mill Cottage car park. Enq 0498
361 291 or 0490 114 130.
CHURCH
Gordon Catholic Parish

Mass Times Saturday 27 February Clarkes Hill, 6:30pm
Sunday 28 February Gordon, 8:45am; Ballan, 10:30am.
Anglican Parish of West Moorabool
Ballan, Bungaree, Morrisons and Gordon
Service Times Sunday 28 February St Johns Bungaree,
9.00am; St Johns Ballan, 11am. St Marks in the Pub Gordon,
5pm..Please contact Glen Wesley on 5368 2730 for more
details.
B3 Community Focused, family friendly church with
a difference. Services every 2nd & 4th Sundays at Avenue
Bowling Club, Main St, Bacchus Marsh.
Bacchus Marsh Christian Church
Sunday Services 10am with kids program. Fusion Youth 7pm
every Friday night. 222 Main St, Bacchus Marsh. Enquiries
9028 2622.
Bacchus Marsh Uniting Church Parish
Services - St Andrews 9.30am every Sunday (3rd Sunday of
month Family Service). Pentland Hills 2pm 1st Sunday of
month. Enq 5367 2543 (office) or www.themarshuca.org.au
Holy Trinity Anglican Church - Bacchus Marsh
Service Times - Sundays 8.30am & 10am; Wednesdays 10am;
Balliang - 2nd & 4th Sundays 9am; Myrniong - 1st & 3rd
Sunday 11am; Messy Church - 3rd Sunday 5pm. Enquiries
5367 5362 (office).
Church of the Living God
Christian youth ministry and bible teaching. 2nd Sunday
of every month, 5pm. Open to all ages. At 14 Darcy St
Maddingley. Enq 0408 260 727.
Bacchus Marsh Baptist Church - Sundays, 10:30am
Worship Service and Childrens Program. Phone 5367 6550
for more details.
Our Lady Help of Christians Korobeit
Sunday Mass 11.30am (2nd & 4th Sunday of Month).
Ballan Uniting Church
Services 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays 11.15am. 4th Sunday 9.30am
Reflective Worship.
Golden Harvest Christian Fellowship
Non denominational - Prayer every Sunday 10am, Mens
KYB Monday evenings 6pm. Ladies KYB Wednesday 1pm.
Further details 0429 681 566.
Bacchus Marsh Life Church
Meeting 10am every Sunday at the BM College Drama Room,
in Grant Street. Enquiries Pastor Merv - 0412 290 036.
St Andrews Uniting Church, Bacchus Marsh
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St Bernards
Catholic Parish
Bacchus Marsh
Sacramental Program
For children attending local government and independent
schools within the parish of Bacchus Marsh, Maddingley,
Darley, Coimadai, Parwan, Balliang, Balliang East, and
Myrniong
Conrmation - Gr 6 or higher
Eucharist - Gr 4 or higher
First Reconciliation - Gr 3 or higher
Should register immediately for ALL Sacraments at the
Parish Ofce, 61 Lerderderg Street, Bacchus Marsh, Tues to
Fri 9am to 3:30pm.
Enrolments for all Sacraments (particularly Conrmation)
must be completed by Thursday, 17 March 2016.
Attendance at all classes is compulsory. Dates of
preparation classes will be given on enrolment. Fee $50
per child per sacrament payable on enrolment.
Enquiries: 5367 2069
Poultry Sale [Helmsman Auction]

Sunday 28th February 2016
Poultry Pavilion Bacchus Marsh Harness Track

Racecourse and Recreation Reserve
Auction starts 11.30am Final Bids by 12.30pm
Buyers Register $2.00 after 9.00am.
Layers, Pets, and breeding poultry on offer.
Buy 2 or 3 chooks for the backyard.
Fundraiser for Footscray & District Poultry Club.
Bookings: $4.00 per Lot. Kerry 9741 9705
Next Shoot:
Location:
BALLARK
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BALLARK & DISTRICT GUN CLUB
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Nominations: 10.00am
Sunday March 6
Event Start: 10.30am
Enquiries:
Gerald
Connor 0409409602
Proceeds
to Ballark Gun Club
Marc Canavan 0432 237 389
Proceeds to:
Ballan Football Welcome
& Netball Club High Gun Award
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Location: BALLARK, BallanMeredith Rd

Nominations: 10.00am,
Eye Opener from 10.30am
Enquiries: Gerald Connor 0409 409 602
James Molesworth 0402 000 450
Djerriwarrh Health Services
Longest Lunch
at St Annes Winery
Friday 4th March, 2016

12pm til 4pm
Indulge in a 4 course meal
comprising
fine food and wine
$100 per Person
For Bookings call 5367 9637 or 0431 444 920
email: NadineH@djhs.org.au
Free Bus available from Bacchus Marsh. Book early
@ st annes winery
Letters to the Editor

Email: news@themooraboolnews.com.au
PAUL
Dear Editor,
A Mr Kolevski asked a
question (in Herald/Sun
50/50, 2 Jan) what water the
CFA used in fighting the
fires on the Great Ocean
Road (GOR).
A George from Ballan took
offence and with typical,
backwards sarcasm, asked
(H/Sun 50/50, 5 Jan) whether
the CFA should use imported Perrier water.
In light of the fire experts
having to send a huge aeroplane back to Sydney, from
Victoria, to fill up with fire
retardant I think there are
plenty of questions to ask
the experts, about what the
hell are they doing, or more
pertinently not doing, about
water supply?
The GOR has oodles of water and the ocean is the closest water available.
I have often wondered why
plentiful available seawater,
has not been used to fight
the GOR fires.
Couldnt giant pipes be built
up and around the hills, with
giant sprinklers and power-
ful water pumps? When fire

threatens wouldnt that be
a more viable option than
sending firefighters into
danger?
The
insurance
companies should save money by
building the pipe networks!
Wouldnt this be much
cheaper than paying out for
fire damage claims?
Using expensive helicopters and planes would be
lessened.
Surely seawater wouldnt
do as much damage as fires?
I would like to read some in
depth response to this idea.
I dont think that there was
any intended criticism of the
CFA. Everyone one knows
that they do a fantastic job,
in life threatening situations
and mostly as volunteers.
Anything that lessens the
dangers of fire, despite the
cost, should be considered.
Perhaps George, from Ballan, will provide the Perrier
water as another option?
Barry Riley
Ballan
News
Funding teeters for
Disability Respite Service
By Kate Taylor
Formal advice will now be sought
over whether or not council will be
able to continue providing muchneeded respite services to Moorabool families.
The matter was raised at a special
meeting of council that had been
convened to hear matters around
the proposed rate cap increase, on
Wednesday 10 February.
Council currently provides recreational and respite programs to the
families of people living with a disability, with funding from the Department of Health and Human Services
- but a report tabled at the meeting
raised concerns about reports that
funding for local government respite
activities may cease as of June 2016,
in the lead-up to the introduction
of the National Disability Insurance
Scheme across Victoria.
Formal advice on the funding arrangements for the Disability Respite Program post 30 June 2016 has
been sought through meetings and
in writing with Departmental Representatives and as well as questioning
the need to undertake accreditation
against International standards (not
just DHHS) standards, the report
stated.
At this stage, no formal advice has
Perspective
been received on either matter.

There are also concerns about what
services will be available to people
with disabilities that are assessed
as ineligible for NDIS packages. It
is proposed that a further report be
presented to the Council at a future
meeting regarding the roll-out of
the NDIS in the Central Highlands
Region. The report will also address
the role of Council as a provider in
the NDIS.
The NDIS will be rolled out in the
Central Highlands Region from
January 1 2017.
Councillors voted to write to the Victorian Minister for Housing, Disability and Ageing seeking clarification
on the future funding arrangements
for the councils Disability Respite
Service, and requested a further report on the roll-out of the NDIS in
the Central Highlands Region.
Moorabool currently provides clients with a six to eight hour block of
respite on a fortnightly basis, with
the funding having enabled the provision of four weekend respite programs on a fortnightly basis and a
weekly program on a Friday, involving a teenage Group, a Young Mens
Group and two adult groups.
Currently there are 35 people utilising the respite service.
Court in
action
By Steven Barnes
(Work Exp Monash Uni)
A bizarre attack with a plastic hairbrush

that left a man bleeding from the head was
heard in the Bacchus Marsh Court this
week.
Robyn Dillon, a 54-year-old grandparent,
pleaded guilty to assault with an instrument after an argument with her partner of
18 years broke out in Main Street, Bacchus
Marsh.
The attack happened last year on Monday
3 August when a fight broke out after it was
alleged the man made derogatory comments about Dillons family.
A verbal spat between the two commenced
which escalated with the accused pulling
on the victims belt before he fled into a local
NAB bank.
The incident continued inside with Dillon
pulling out a plastic hairbrush, hitting the
man in the forehead, displacing his glasses
and causing him to bleed from the head.
The court heard bystanders watched on as
the scene unfolded before the woman was
finally arrested and charged.
Dillons defence argued, with no prior convictions, that in 54 years nothing has ever
happened and isnt likely to happen again.
In sentencing the magistrate noted it was
her first time in court and she had accepted
responsibility for her unlawful actions.
The charge of assault with an instrument was proved, however the case was
dismissed.
with Paul Tatchell
Funding the future, or paying off the past!
For every dollar spent on

debt management, there is
one less dollar invested into
our future, and more importantly the future of those left
to deal with what we leave
behind.
Politics has always been a
dirty game, its the nature of
the beast; you are either in
Government or youre not. If
you are in Government your
primary role is to stay there,
and if you are in opposition
your role is to get there.
As the three tiers of Government have evolved, so
has their Charter. We are
a big country with a relatively small population. In
the early years the Governments key focus was about
building infrastructure; infrastructure for the future.
Whilst the political debate
was as strong as it is today,
the major difference was the
focus; all players, despite
their political differences,
recognised the need to look
to the future, and the projects reflected the same.
A barren landscape needed
to be made fertile, base infrastructure needed to be built
to support new Industry,

natural resources needed
to be tapped and developed
into industry, and people
needed to be employed.
Roads, Rail, Airports and
Wharves needed to be built,
and the things that we take
for granted like power stations, water supplies, schools
and hospitals, all built with a
vision to the future.
Changes of Government
didnt mean the scrapping
of big ideas; new Government simply meant putting
their own signature on a
project; they may have had
philosophical
differences,
but there was a clear understanding that the best way to
move forward was by putting one foot in front of the
other, and never losing sight
of the big picture.
Politicians had big ideas,
ambitious aspirations and
very little in the way of
technology to achieve their
goals; they got things wrong
and they got things right, but
they were brave enough to
make tough decisions knowing full well that its unlikely
they would be around to see
the finished product.

They cut ribbons for those
that have become before
them, content in the knowledge of what ever part they
played; it wasnt about what
was happening today, it was
about what was going to
happen tomorrow.
Its difficult to pick the point
where the big ideas stalled,
but there is no doubt that
as Government has grown,
we are getting less done
with more. Governments
govern in fear as opposed
to optimism, and the future
has been confined to election cycles where popularity takes precedence over
productivity.
The political landscape has
changed and so have the
politicians. The days of big
ideas have been subdued by
Party politics; the modern
politician is a Party groomed
sales rep for the ideals of
politics and not purpose.
I seriously doubt the modern day Government would
have the capacity or the flexibility to take on challenges
comparative of the past.
Projects like the Snowy
Mountains Hydroelectricity
Scheme would be beyond
the scope of a Government
today; a 25-year project
simply doesnt cut enough
ribbons.
When you consider the
technology available today
and the depth of the debate
about renewable energy, its
a great insight into the political spin of our energy future.
Lets face it, it was in 1949
when the Snowy started and
completed in 1974, producing 67% of all renewable energy in Mainland Australia.
Today renewable energy
focusses on oversized windmills with generators and
solar panels on your roof!
The $820 million project is
the equivalent of around $7
billion in todays money, and
it was completed on time
and on budget; it provided
long-term employment, multi-cultural opportunity with
70% of the workforce coming
from 30 different Countries,
and a peoples asset that, for
the times, was considered
environmentally friendly.
Its that type of political vision and intestinal fortitude
thats lacking today. Todays

Governments sell assets to
prop up ailing budgets and
spend money on populous
and unsustainable projects done through political
lobbying.
There is no cohesive or
practical plan to deliver the
modern infrastructure into
the future, and depreciation of aged infrastructure
brought about by neglect is
a case of renovation rather
than rejuvenation of a future
economy.
There is no doubt science
and technology doesnt have
the same feel as bricks and
mortar, but thats the world
we live in today, and with
technology creating technology at light speed, there is no
future in a political debate
that is stuck in the past.
Developing policies around
well-worn
foundations,
whilst ignoring the potential of the brave new world,
is short-changing future
generations; we cant allow
petty politics to paint out
our potential as a country.
Investing in education
relevant to our future will
pay dividends if we teach

and train people to grow
with technology, and not
just adapt; you cant lead in
something that you are still
trying to learn.
Whilst we dont want to live

in the past, we should learn
from our mistakes. It takes
character and resilience
to plan for the future, not
slogans and one-liners; an
over-governed, over complicated political system that is
at odds with itself is simply
a distraction from the task
ahead.
All three tiers of Government are living beyond their
practical means, paying off
debt from the sins of the
past. We dont need three
levels of debate in three different directions; in fact we
dont need three levels of
Government.
The Snowy project saw the

Federal Government work
with three States; today they
can barely work with one.
If we are serious about the
future we need to plan for it,
not just wait for it to happen!
Licence to mine in
Moorabool lodged
By Kate Taylor
A controversial coal mining exploration licence for
Bacchus Marsh is up for
renewal.
The project, headed by Exergen and Mantle Mining,
has so far established that
there is 1.2 billion tonnes of
brown coal under the town,
of similar or better quality
than that produced from the
Latrobe Valley.
The original drilling license expires in March, and
Mantle Mining has already
lodged an application to renew it but does not expect
an outcome for up to two
months.
Mantle Minings Exploration Manager for Coal, Mark
Maxwell, explained that
initial drilling results were
good its just that Mantle
Minings focus has been on
gold for the past two years,
following the downturn in
commodities prices.
We have done some drilling out there, a few years
ago, and we have more drilling to do, but we just havent
got around to doing that
yet, Mr Maxwell explained.
We plan to do some more

drilling at Bacchus Marsh
within the next couple of
years, and the reason for the
drilling is to further define
the coal resource there. Once
we do that drilling, well
have enough information to
determine whether a project
to develop it into a mine is
feasible or not.
Mr Maxwell said at this
stage, Mantle Mining is
very much in exploration
mode saying that nothing major will happen in
Bacchus Marsh in terms of
mining the coal for at least
another five years.
Meanwhile, Moorabool Environment Group President
Ben Courtice does not want
to see the licence renewed.
Were happy if the project
expires. Coal is last centurys
dirty technology, and this
mine would have devastated the local community.
Victoria needs to push for a
transition to clean renewable
energy, Mr Courtice said.
The companies pushing
the technology, Exergen
and Mantle Mining, tout the
benefits of their processes to
make the coal burn 30 per
News
cent cleaner than normal

brown coal. This would still
make it as bad as regular
black coal, which is a major
atmospheric and climate
pollutant.
Mr Courtice said clean renewable energy has developed to the point where it
could supply all our energy
needs.
We call on the state government to ban all new coal
and gas exploration, and
pursue a strong state renewable energy target. Our
farms, communities and
climate are too precious to
continue with coal.
Moorabool
Environment
Group campaigned to stop
test drilling and exploration in the initial phase of
the licence, and successfully
lobbied council to adopt a
motion calling on state government for a moratorium
on new coal projects.
The group is concerned for
the impacts the mine will
have on community health,
pushing agriculture out,
damaging the local water
table, and its contribution to
climate change.
New Registrars (L-R) Drs Tan and Qazi with Dr Llewellyn from BDH&C.
Photo courtesy BDH&C
Health clinic opens on a Sunday
By Kate Taylor
A new four-hour Sunday
GP clinic will soon be available in Ballan.
It comes after Ballan District
Health & Care employed
two new Registrars, Dr Umbreen Qazi and Dr TJ Tan,
who will work in the clinic
under the supervision of Dr
David Llewellyn.
The new clinic will operate
between 9am and 1pm on
Sundays, starting in March,
and is expected to benefit

working families.
Dr Tan comes to Ballan from
the Echuca Medical Practice,
having trained at the University of Queensland; Dr
Qazi is completing her final
six months as a Registrar,
and comes to Ballan from
Werribee Mercy Hospital
and has also worked at Bendigo Primary Care.
My interests are in aged
care, palliative care and
womens health, Dr Qazi
New Preps 2016

Bacchus Marsh Primary
explained.
And Ive always preferred
regional work. It is more
hands-on and you get more
experience.
BDH&C
CEO
Wayne
Weaire said, In welcoming
the Registrars to Ballan, we
are also celebrating Ballan
District Health & Cares investment in the training and
education of doctors for Victorias rural communities.
Rental growth in Victoria

Two-bedroom units in Sale
recorded the states highest rental increase in the 12
months to December 31.
Enzo Raimondo
CEO, REIV
New REIV data shows the

weekly median rent for a
two-bedroom unit in Sale
rose 9.9 per cent in the past
year to $250, up from $228
for the same period in 2014.
Four-bedroom homes in the

Gippsland city also experienced solid annual rental
growth, increasing 5.4 per
cent to a weekly median
rental of $390.
This was in line with a wider trend across the state with
a number of regional towns
recording significant rental
increases for larger homes.
Three-bedroom
homes
in Echuca were one of the
strongest performers with
the weekly median rent increasing 9.2 per cent over the
year to $328 - up from $300
per week in December 2014.
Strong rental growth for
three-bedroom homes was
also recorded in Geelong
West, where the weekly median rent rose 8.9 per cent
to $370; Highton, up 7.2 per

cent over the year to $375 a
week; Torquay, increased 7.1
per cent to $423; Wodonga,
up 6.9 per cent to $310; and
Shepparton, rose 4.6 per cent
to $285.
Four-bedroom homes in
the coastal town of Torquay
were also popular with renters with the median rent up
7.6 per cent over the year to
$495 a week.
Growth was also recorded
for two-bedroom units in
Shepparton, increasing 6.8
per cent to a median rent of
$235 a week.
State-wide the weekly median rent increased for both
one-bedroom units and
four-bedroom houses over
the year, up 6.2 per cent and
1.4 per cent respectively.
Rent for all other property
types remained stable.
Bendigo experienced the
largest rental growth of the
three main regional centres,
with increases recorded for
both three-bedroom units
and two- bedroom houses.
The weekly median rent for
a two-bedroom house in the
regional centre increased 4.1

per cent to $250 while threebedroom units were up 3.6
per cent to $290.
Of the other major regional
cities, Ballarat saw solid
growth in one-bedroom
units, up 3.2 per cent to a
weekly median rent of $160
while three-bedroom units
in Geelong rose 1.4 per cent
to $370 per week.
For more information on

median rent by town, visit
the REIV website at reiv.com.
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BALLAN
75 Edols Street
$430,000-$450,000
LOCATION LOCATION!!
Set in a complex of only 3 units, this immaculate

front unit offers 2 bedrooms, the master having a
WIR and an ensuite including a shower, toilet and
vanity. The 2nd bedroom provides BIRs and the
family bathroom with a separate shower and bath
and a second separate toilet. The kitchen/dining
area is open plan with stainless steel appliances
including a gas cooktop, oven and a dishwasher,
with a large pantry for storage. Ducted gas heating
and down lights throughout, plus reverse cycle
air conditioning, a SLUG with remote access, an
access ramp to the rear yard and an enclosed front
veranda make this immaculate property perfect for
those looking to downsize to a low maintenance
property that is a stones throw to most amenities
that Ballan has to offer!
Set in the heart of Ballan within walking distance to

all amenities this double story home is central and
with a large shed has potential! The home offers
4 bedrooms, with 3 upstairs and 1 downstairs. All
bedrooms have carpet and 2 of the 4 have BIRs.
The kitchen provides tiled floor coverings, gas
cooking and a dishwasher with ample cupboard
space for storage. Heating and cooling with gas
heaters and reverse cycle air conditioning. Family
lounge plus a second rumpus room. Bathroom
consists of a separate shower and bath with the
toilet being separate and a second toilet also in the
laundry. 40x40 shed with cement flooring and still
enough space for the family dog or the kids toys!
BALLAN
BALLAN
$359,000
$549,000
This well presented 3 bedroom brick home has

lovely street appeal with well kept gardens, good
secure fencing, a large front and rear yard and
the added bonus of electric roller shutters to the
front and rear of the home. The open plan kitchen/
dining room provides gas cooking a pantry and
rear yard access via the glass sliding door. Reverse
cycle air conditioner which is centrally located in the
lounge. All bedrooms have BIRs and are carpeted.
The real feature of this home is its central location,
being a short 2 minute stroll to the main street of
Ballan and not much further to the train station.
Currently returning $1256.00 PCM as a rental
investment.
This well-presented home consists of four large

bedrooms, master including full ensuite and
WIR. BIRs to all other bedrooms. You will find
two living areas and a generous sized kitchen
with stainless steel appliances and butlers pantry
adjoining onto the dining/meals area. Stepping
outside, to a large covered alfresco area and a
separate fully self-contained two bedroom unit,
ideal for a grandparent or teenage retreat or
just simply suitable for the larger family. Ducted
heating, evaporative cooling, large double
garage with 3 metre high doors. Situated close
to all amenities that Ballan has to offer, this
property is certainly a must to inspect.
GORDON
BALLAN
$995,000
$425,000
8 Stead St
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
1289 Old Melbourne Road

A MUST SEE!
3 bedroom, 2 bathroom weatherboard home

set on approx. 60 acres. Open plan kitchen
dining and family room with electric cooktop,
oven, dishwasher and pantry in 2 Pac finish.
Split system reverse cycle a/c plus wood heater
in. Two bedrooms have BIRs, the master with
ensuite including shower, vanity and toilet.
Family bathroom including separate bath,
shower, vanity and 2nd toilet. Floating timber
floors and tiles to wet areas. 2 car carport,
chook pens, wood shed, orchard of mixed fruit
trees, cattle yards and loading ramp. Leased
at $350 per week for house on 5 acres with
balance leased to neighbouring farmer until
March 2016 at $2,500 per annum.
13 Spencer Road
2 IN 1
5570 Ballan-Daylesford Road

EXTRA SPACE ON EDGE OF TOWN
If a little space being approx. 2+ acres with a 5
bedroom B/V farm house is what youre searching
for then an inspection of this property is a must!
Timber kitchen with stainless steel appliances.
Family bathroom with a shower and separate
bath, a combustion wood fire in the lounge and
a split system for cooling. 4 of the 5 bedrooms
have BIRs and hardwood timber flooring. Gas is
supplied via LGP bottles and solar power being
an added bonus. The external attractions of this
well positioned property include, a wood shed,
workshop, 2 stables plus a tack room, 3 small
paddocks with a work arena, the vegie patch and
ample space for some chickens.
BLAKEVILLE
BALLAN
$269,000
$399,000
956 Blakeville Road
CHARACTER AND CHARM

This neat and tidy 2 bedroom weatherboard
home is set on approximately 3/4 acre in the
peaceful township of Blakeville, approximately
10 minutes drive from Ballan. 2 bedrooms one
with a ceiling fan and BIR and lovely country
views. The kitchen/dining lounge area is open
plan with timber flooring, a wood fire and
reverse cycle a/c. The kitchen offering a gas
LPG stove and a pantry. Hot water via an electric
HWS. The bathroom provides a shower over the
bath, toilet and vanity. Rear covered veranda
to sit and enjoy the summer evenings, a double
garage complete with roller doors and cement
flooring, a single carport, an old milking shed
and a cubby house for the children.
John Kontek
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Buy now and subdivide later STCA. This 4
bedroom Weatherboard is set on a large
appx 1/2 acre corner allotment and currently
being rented out as an investment property
and returning $1300pcm. All bedrooms are
carpeted and one of them having a BIR. Gas
cook top and electric wall oven to the kitchen.
Heating in the lounge is supplied via a gas
heater plus a reverse cycle air conditioner with
the 3rd bedroom also having a gas heater.
The property also offers a 2 car garage +
workshop and a double carport, with a rear
deck and a 5000litre water tank with a pump.
128 INGLIS STREET, BALLAN

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Sat 27th Feb 11.30am-12.00pm
SOLD
AUCTION: Saturday 5th March @ 11.00am
PREMIER LOCATION
Bacchus Marsh 2 Ellerslie Court
HOBBY FARM CLOSE TO TOWN

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ASKING $649,000
Bacchus Marsh 30 Condons Lane
PID: 841523
Approximately 6 acres with town water & less than 3 km from the Main Street. Very
comfortable 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, formal lounge & adjoining dining room, spacious
kitchen/meals area, family bathroom and separate toilet. Wood heater in the lounge
& reverse cycle split systems in both the lounge & the main bedroom. Bungalow/craft
room with a sink & additional toilet on the back of a double garage with adjoining 4 car
carport/pergola with roll down blinds. 2 large sheds, several tanks, chook pen,
and landscaped gardens around the house and 2 paddocks.
PID: 846996
ASKING $495,000
EXECUTIVE HOME PANORAMIC VIEWS ASKING $925,000
Spacious family home on 2000m block in one of the best locations. Well designed
5 bedroom home has 4 large bedrooms, bathroom, formal lounge, kitchen, meals,
family room downstairs & a master/guest bedroom, parents retreat with ens
upstairs. Quality kitchen complete with WIP. Gas heater, a gas log fire & a R/C
split system. Decked outdoor entertaining area, landscaped garden, 3 car carport
& a 18m x 6m colorbond shed with concrete oor & power.
2
4.5 ACRES
AUCTION
Myrniong 539 Greendale-Myrniong Rd
Once in a lifetime opportunity to secure this magnificent picturesque 5 acre parcel

of land. 3 bedroom weatherboard home in need of extensive renovations. Creek
frontage. Less than 5 minutes to Myrniong Primary School, less than 10 minutes
to Bacchus Marsh & within an hour to Ballarat, Geelong & Melbourne. All it needs
is your imagination to restore it to its former glory. Terms: 10% Deposit Balance:
60 Days.
PID: 845591
OPEN FOR INSPECTION
Sat 27th February 12.00-12.30pm
FANTASTIC FAMILY LIVING
Bacchus Marsh 10 Tate Street
This lovely home has instant appeal for the big family. On a 890m block this house
features 4 bed plus study, formal lounge, rumpus & family room. 3 living areas, huge
master bedroom with full ensuite & fantastic kitchen with an island bench & S/S
appliances. In total 30sqs of living are yours to enjoy including a big double garage
& externally landscaped gardens & ponds, plus a fibreglass in ground pool for the
kids to enjoy.
PID: 798965
OPEN FOR INSPECTION
Low maintenance family living with balcony across the front providing panoramic
views. Ground oor consists of the lounge, meals/family area and beautiful
kitchen with gas cooktop and dishwasher, the laundry and a powder room. On the
upper level you have 3 bedrooms, master with WIR and ensuite, family bathroom.
Ducted heating and cooling throughout. Outdoor entertaining area with roll down
blinds, room for the kids to play. Double garage with remote roller.
PID: 841039
12 ACRES, WATER FRONTAGE!
Bacchus Marsh 45 Wellington St
This 4 bedroom home is on a 900m2 block in a nice wide street within walking distance
to the Darley Park & Shopping Centre. Large bedrooms with BIRs, master with a
R/C split system a/c. Loungeroom has polished boards & adjoins the kitchen with
tiles. Kitchen has a gas cooktop & new wall oven & dishwasher. Ducted heating
throughout and R/C split system a/c in the meals family room. Terrific covered outdoor
entertaining area with sink & gas cooktop, large backyard with 2 garden sheds.
There is a single garage leading to the pergola & solar panels.
PID: 841887
ASKING $840,000
Exford 55 Weir Road
ASKING $319,000
OPEN FOR INSPECTION
ASKING $339,000
Bacchus Marsh 1/21 Fredrick Street
Manning Estate on 5500m2 block, panoramic views to Lerderderg State Park.

Approx. 65 squares living is effectively 2 homes in one. Upper level with entry
foyer, entertainers kitchen with meals/family area, wood heater, office, living
room, balcony, 5 bedrooms, 3 with ens, + an additional bathroom, laundry
& powder room and upstairs kids retreat. Lower level has theatre room & a
fully self-contained home with a kitchen, bedroom, bathroom & a large
lounge, offers the potential for use as a B&B.
PID: 828743
OPEN FOR INSPECTION
Sat 27th February 11.00-11.30am
TOWNHOUSE WITH VIEWS
Bacchus Marsh 16 Banadell Ave
FIRST HOME OR INVESTMENT
Approximately 12 acre property with frontage to Melton Reservoir and

magnificent views along the waterway. Featuring a spacious well established
5 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with 2 living areas, wood heater in the lounge &
an a/c in the kitchen/meals family room. Externally you have numerous sheds
& aviaries, 3 dams, pumping rights from the reservoir, several paddocks & a
full length veranda. In a secluded area but only a short drive to Melton
or Bacchus Marsh & within easy commute to Melbourne.
PID: 831923
A SLICE OF NATIVE PARADISE
ASKING $995,000
Bacchus Marsh 58 Possumtail Run
Nestled among natural bushland in absolute seclusion yet only 10 minutes from
Bacchus Marsh Township. Wake up to kangaroos, rosellas, lorikeets right outside
your window. This 4-5 bedroom, 3 bathroom residence with multiple living areas,
lends itself to many possibilities. Ideally suited to a personal residence, B&B, shortterm holiday rental accommodation, fitness/health retreat or more. (subject to council
approval). Set among 15 acres of bushland. 12 x 6 metre garage with double
carport and 2 additional undercover car spots.
PID: 824665
OPEN FOR INSPECTION
TOWNHOUSE LIVING
ASKING $314,000-$317,000
Bacchus Marsh 1&2/45 Connor St
This as new townhouse is located in a quiet street just a short 1 km stroll to the
Main St. Consisting of 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom & a nice open plan kitchen/
meals/family room you are presented with spacious yet low maintenance living
in private and pleasant surroundings. Ducted gas heating & evap cooling & the
small but functional yard is perfect for outside entertaining. Double garage
under roof for secure parking. Ideal to live in, or add it to your investment
portfolio with a reliable tenant already in place.
PID: 817404
Daryl Gould
0409 233 157
Bob Gunnell
0417 566 951
140 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh
BE QUICK FOR THIS ONE
ASKING $269,500
Bacchus Marsh 5/16 Simpson St
Situated just minutes from the Main Street in great central location is this excellent
unit. It has 2 bedrooms, both with BIRs, a good sized lounge with laminate ooring
& a nice new kitchen with gas upright stove and enough space for a meals area as
well. Your comfort is assured with a reverse cycle split system A/C. A nice bathroom,
separate toilet & separate laundry. Externally there is a single garage with a tilt
panel door & rear access to a private garden courtyard with a rainwater tank.
Appealing to owner occupiers & smart investors.
PID: 840423
Peter Leonard
0429 671 990
Ph 5367 2333
Steve Creese
0475 888 101
ASKING $339,000
THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS
Bacchus Marsh 3/7-9 Fredrick St
It is not often that an opportunity arises to purchase a property that has the
modern convenience of a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, double storey townhouse
with double garage and that also offers a generous sized outdoor area with
potential for gardens, lawn or courtyard. Situated on 3kms from the Main
Street, walking distance to Pentland Primary, childcare, parks and on a
generous allotment of 389sqm approx. Invest or owner occupy the
choice is yours, inspect today.
PID: 849207
Ian McDonald
5367 2333
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LEN SMITH
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BACCHUS MARSH 1D Burbidge Drive
Securely located in a complex of four homes, this immaculate

townhouse offers stylish low maintenance living, just a short distance
away from bustling CBD. Open plan living combines lounge and dining
spaces with the sleek and glossy kitchen of which showcases quality
stainless steel appliances. Large charming rear and side courtyard that
is fully fenced. 3 bedrooms, each offering built in robes, (master with
full ensuite) remaining bedrooms are both perfectly positioned to the
ultra modern bathroom.
Inspect: Sat 1.30-2.00pm

Price: $369,000
Len Smith: 0418 343 754
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Central Home with Commercial Possibilities
Inspect: Sat 11.00-11.30am

Price: $699,000
Len Smith: 0418 343 754
Web Id: -
Court Location NEW LISTING
BACCHUS MARSH 9 Graham Street
This fabulous weatherboard is in absolute immaculate condition

right in the central heart of Bacchus Marsh. Comprising of 4
bedrooms (en-suite & WIRs to master), 2 separate living areas,
and quality timber kitchen with outstanding stainless steel
appliances. Adjoining to the house is a separate office/showroom,
which is currently rented ideal for someone to run their business
from or as a smart investment. Genuine opportunity is offered
here with this versatile property.
Inspect: By appointment
Price: $620,000
Len Smith: 0418 343 754
Web Id: -
MASONS VIEWS
ESTATE
Masons Views is only a short stroll to

the heart of the Bacchus Marsh town
centre. The estate is close to schools,
recreation reserves and playgrounds.
Only a short train ride into the
Melbourne CBD for commuters,
Bacchus Marsh is located mid-way
between Melbourne and Ballarat, in a
rich and fertile valley that consists of
orchards, market gardens and pastoral
fields. The town has a long history,
dating back to just before gold was
discovered in nearby Ballarat during
the mid 1850s. There is public transport
available at the end of the street and
the Bacchus Marsh train station is only
minutes away by car
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BACCHUS MARSH 4 Dugdale Street
Lorraine Circa 1914 is steeped in history. Architect designed and

standing for over 100 years. Impressive large block of 1325 sqm.
Spacious interior comprises of 4 bedrooms, master with ens & WIRs,
grand hallway entry with coved 3.6 metre ornate ceilings, formal
lounge, separate dining room, spacious family room adjoining to
timber kitchen and meals area. Prized location is only moments away
to Main Street Shopping, Bacchus Marsh Primary, Cafes/Restaurants,
and Railway Station offering easy access to Melbourne and or Ballarat.
Hows this for Location!
Superbly located to shopping centre, primary schools and river

reserve walking track. This 3 bedroom brick veneer home would Inspect: By appointment
suit someone looking to renovate. Comprising of lounge/dining
area, well equipped kitchen meals area, central bathroom and
large laundry, high ceilings & polished timber floors are a huge
feature here. Set on a huge block with established gardens, Price: $300,000
Len Smith: 0418 343 754
double carport and double garage.
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BACCHUS MARSH 51-61 Main Street
Forming an integral part of Bacchus Marshs rich heritage Banool

circa 1929 is a superb example of the architectural elegance of this era. Inspect: Sat 12.00-12.30pm
Magnificently advantaged by a coveted North-East aspect displaying
glorious views overlooking the Bacchus Marsh Township, all within
walking distance to local amenities. Set on a significant allotment of
8890sqm or 2 acres plus, represents an exceptional opportunity for Price: $1,350,000
Len Smith: 0418 343 754
potential subdivisional development S.T.C.A.
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Your Search is Over
GREENDALE 105 Shuter Avenue
Presenting an unsurpassed opportunity to acquire a significant

parcel of land of approximately 6 acres in this premier Greendale
location. Un paralleled North facing aspect with excellent green
pastures, 2 paddocks, winter creek at rear of property, gently
sloping land, 5m x 4m lock up shed, water tank & trough. Excellent
choice for home site, 4kms Melb/Ballarat freeway, handy to
Greendale hotel/General store & School bus at the corner.
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Price: $350,000
Len Smith: 0418 343 754
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166 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh
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Come and inspect this great block that presents a excellent

opportunity to build and take advantage of the wonderful views Inspect: By appointment
that are on offer. 720sqm in size North East aspect, fully serviced,
close to freeway entry, close to shopping centre and schools. It all
starts here.
Price: $150,000
Len Smith: 0418 343 754
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Phone: 5367 8128
Mobile: 0418 343 754
Rayner
We put you rst
209 BALLAN-GREENDALE RD, BALLAN
12 MESSMATE STREET, DALES CREEK
OPEN FOR INSPECTION
OPEN FOR INSPECTION
BALLAN RESIDENCE
Set on 20 Acres (Approx.)

4 Bedrooms, Master with walk through robes plus en-suite
Huge main bathroom, separate sunken lounge with cathedral ceilings
Stainless steel appliances, split system, ducted air, open fire, wood heater
Fenced tennis court
Stock yards, stock water troughs, selection of stock paddocks
Town water (off private line) plus water tanks
Private Sale: $715,000

Inspect: Sat 27th Feb 11:45-12:30pm,
Sun 28th Feb 12:00-12:45pm,
Mon 29th Feb 1:00-1:30pm
Contact: Mark Dudley 0409 954 396
Email: mark@raynerrealestate.com.au
50 HOGAN ROAD, BALLAN
4 Bedroom all with large robes

Large en-suite
Separate lounge room
Huge kitchen family room, hardwood oors
900mm Stove, dishwasher, gas ducted heating
Covered decking off the living area
Double garage and room for a caravan or boat

Inspect: Thurs 25th Feb 1111:30am
Sat 27th Feb 1:302:00pm
Contact: Rod Grant 0416 231 782
Email: rod@raynerrealestate.com.au
Grounds ideal for entertainers or garden lovers

3 Bedrooms, Master with Super walk in robe
Huge en-suite with large spa
Double garage under roof with access via laundry
Central heating, evaporative cooling, electric, gas and steam cooking
In-built coffee machine, wood heating & dishwasher
Walk to Supermarket, Rail, Sports facilities & Hospital
SOLD
CABIN IN THE SECRET VALLEY
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Inspect: Wed 24th Feb 34pm, Sun 28th Feb 3-3:30pm,
Mon 29th Feb 22:30pm

Julie
Archon
0422 412 964
Set on 5.75 Acres

Magnificent & scenic location at Morrisons
Across the road is the Moorabool West River
Fertile soils, 2 road frontages & good fencing
2 Room cabin used for a week-ender
Sth of Ballan and close to the Township of Meredith
Mark
Davis
0458 224 405
132 Corner Inglis & Fisken Streets

Ballan

Inspect: Sat 27th Feb 10:4511:15am
OPEN FOR INSPECTION
BALLAN DISTRICT HEALTH CARE
1042 GREENDALE RD, BLACKWOOD
OPEN FOR INSPECTION
Marcus
Rayner
0418 556 699

Inspect: Sun 28th Feb 1:101:40pm
BIG ACRE + IMMACULATE RESIDENCE
168 TABLELAND RD, MORRISONS 4 GORONG ST, BALLAN
3 or 2 bedroom unit
Lounge Kitchen
Disable access bathroom, gas & split heater system
Courtyard
Unit is operated under Retirement Villages Act 1980
Residents purchase the right to occupy
OPEN FOR INSPECTION
SPACIOUS & STYLISH
483 SIMPSON ST, BALLAN
Set on 16+ acres & 5 years young (replica)

3 Bedrooms plus study or possibly 4th bedroom
Master bedroom with bay windows
En-suite and walk in robes
French doors
High ceilings, cornice features, heritage fittings
Great garage/workshop with power
15 HOGAN ROAD, BALLAN
OPEN FOR INSPECTION
MIDSUMMER MEADOWS
Melonie
Winch
0408 675 011
3 Bedroom Timberset home

On half acre of beautiful gardens
En-suite
Gas ducted heating and gas/log fire
Cathedral ceilings
2 Car garage, huge undercover entertainment area
Graeme
Rayner
0417 559 945
raynerrealestate.com.au
HOME AWAY FROM HOME
2 Bedroom, modern kitchen

Hardwood oors, wood heater
Carport and garage
Cubby-house
Elevated position
Walking distance to Blackwood eateries

Inspect: Fri 26th Feb 1:302pm
Adam
Tucci
0411 077 128
Mark
Dudley
0409 954 396
Rod
Grant
0416 231 782
5368 1057
Rayner
We put you rst
4 HORDER CRESCENT, BACCHUS MARSH
86 STONEHILL DRIVE, BACCHUS MARSH
NEW LISTING - OPEN FOR INSPECTION
NEW LISTING
SPACIOUS 5 BEDROOM FAMILY HOME
Popular Elms Estate close to Bacchus Marsh Links Golf Course.

5 bedrooms, master with walk in robe, separate ensuite and spa.
Large formal living and rumpus room.
Spacious kitchen with adjoining dining area leading to the huge free owing entertaining area with
pitched ceilings and natural light.
Large kidney shaped pool, in ground spa and covered paved alfresco area.
Extra large garage with automatic roller doors and internal access.
SHOWCASE OF STYLE AND SOPHISTICATION

Inspect: Saturday 27th February 2.00pm-2.30pm
Contact: Adam Tucci 0411 077 128
Email: adam@raynerrealestate.com.au

Contact: Melonie Winch 0408 675 011
Email: melonie@raynerrealestate.com.au
1 SLATTERY COURT, BACCHUS MARSH
6 GABRIEL GROVE, BACCHUS MARSH
NEW LISTING - OPEN FOR INSPECTION
ENTER THE MARKET HERE!
SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME IN QUIET LOCATION
175 Main Street

Bacchus Marsh
Low maintenance investment with rental return of $16,900 pa (approx.)

4 bedrooms all with built in robes, Master with walk in and ensuite.
2 large living areas.
Open planned kitchen with stainless steel appliances.
Reverse Cycle split system and gas ducted heating.
Rear access with roller door to low maintenance backyard.
Close proximity to schools, parks, sporting facilities and public transport.

Inspect: Saturday 27th February 11.45am-12.15pm
Contact: Melonie Winch 0408 675 011
Email: melonie@raynerrealestate.com.au
Julie
Archon
0422 412 964
OPEN FOR INSPECTION
Neat and Tidy 7 year old home.

Great Low Maintenance Investment.
3 bedrooms.
2 way bathroom, large kitchen with walk in pantry.
Single Garage, large pergola, spacious backyard with side access.
Low Maintenace established yards.
Currently leased until July 2016 returning $1213pcm.
Marcus
Rayner
0418 556 699
Immaculately presented with high quality features and fittings.

4 bedrooms, master with ensuite including spa and double vanity.
Formal Lounge, study, reading retreat, dining and living with gas log fire.
Gourmet kitchen, caesarstone benchtops, walk in pantry, twin, self cleaning ovens.
Triple sliding doors to alfresco area with low maintenance landscaped gardens and automated
watering system.
Double garage, ducted vacuum, monitored security system and alarm.
Private Sale: Offers above $375,000

Contact: Adam Tucci 0411 077 128
Email: adam@raynerrealestate.com.au
Mark
Davis
0458 224 405
Melonie
Winch
0408 675 011
Graeme
Rayner
0417 559 945
Adam
Tucci
0411 077 128
Mark
Dudley
0409 954 396
Rod
Grant
0416 231 782
5366 3600
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4 RAMSAY CRESCENT, BACCHUS MARSH
14 MILLBANK STREET, BACCHUS MARSH
AUCTION - OPEN FOR INSPECTION
AUCTION - OPEN FOR INSPECTION
SUBSTANTIAL HOME PRESTIGIOUS POSITION
Impressive family home in prestigious Manning Estate.

Double Storey home with horseshoe driveway to wrap around timber decking and verandah.
4 bedrooms, main with walk in robe and full ensuite with spa bath.
3 large living areas with formal lounge and separate meals area.
Huge upstairs rumpus room with panoramic views.
Ducted heating, wood combustion heater, refrigerated wall aircon.
4 car remote control lock up garage/workshop.
Land Size approx 4046sqm.
COVETED LOCATION FEDERATION FEATURES
Auction: Saturday 5th March 12.30pm

Inspect: Saturday 27th February 10.1510.45am
Contact: Marcus Rayner 0418 556 699
Email: marcus@raynerrealestate.com.au
Auction: Saturday 5th March at 11.00am

29 MANOR STREET, BACCHUS MARSH
24 DARCY STREET, BACCHUS MARSH
OPEN FOR INSPECTION
Three bedroom home with family bathroom, separate kitchen and formal dining.
Horse shoe circular driveway that can accommodate up to 5 cars and single lock up garage.
Hard wood polished oors, gas wall heater and gas ducted heating.
Massive backyard with concreted area which is suitable for outside entertaining.
Veggie patch and elevated cubby.
Land size 851sqm.

Inspect: Saturday 27th February 11.00-11.30am
175 Main Street

Bacchus Marsh
Julie
Archon
0422 412 964
OPEN FOR INSPECTION
SOLID BRICK HOME WITH LAND TO EXPAND
Marcus
Rayner
0418 556 699
Enchanting weatherboard with an abundance of period features.

Open plan formal lounge and dining room with 2 fireplaces, original timber surrounds and ceiling roses.
3 bedrooms, 2 with built in robes.
2 bathrooms, one with claw foot bath.
Open plan kitchen and family area with double French doors that lead onto north facing decked pergola.
Spacious rear yard with a powder coated workshop.
Off street parking and side picket fencing.
QUALITY AND CHARM IN ABUNDANCE
4 Bedrooms, master with walk in robe and ensuite.

Bedrooms 2-4 all with double built in robes.
Modern central kitchen overlooking the spacious backyard and outdoor area.
Separate lounge and dining.
Ducted heating and cooling
Ouside paved and grassed areas surrounding a pergola.
Double garage with separate rear and side access.

Inspect: Saturday 27th February 1.15pm-1.45pm
Contact: Mark Davis 0458 224 405
Email: mark.davis@raynerrealestate.com.au
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0458 224 405
Melonie
Winch
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Rayner
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0409 954 396
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0416 231 782
5366 3600
CANCERJune 22-July 22
Email
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A combination of supportive work mates and critical

higherups could make life a little unsettling. Finances
improve, but watch out for that self-indulgent streak.
Stars & Puzzles

LEOJuly 23-August 22
Stay far removed from neighbourhood and community

politicking. Festivities could lead to future celebrations.
Money questions are being answered after a nerve-racking
delay.
VIRGOAugust 23-September 22
QUICK PUZZLE
ARIESMarch 21-April 20
A recent disappointment in friendship could turn to success. Good financial news may arrive when you least
expect it. Extra hours of work are offset by unexpected
assistance at home.
TAURUSApril 21-May 22
Promptly look after minor aches, before they hinder a

holiday or travel plans. It would be benificial to take a
traditional approach to romance. A communication
breakdown is restored.
GEMINIMay 23-June 21
1.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
14.
18.
20.
23.
24.
25.
ACROSS
Voluntarily (3,4,3,3)
Summit (5)
Anxiety (7)
Prisoner (6)
Cuddle up (6)
Time (5)
Tree (5)
American indian (6)
Card game (6)
Thief (7)
Material (5)
Pontificate (3,4,3,3)
NO. 8944
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
13.
15.
16.
17.
19.
21.
22.
DOWN
Flower (6)
Fast (5)
Regular (7)
Dismiss (4)
Flinch (5)
Respire (7)
Caring (6)
Rumour (7)
Expand (7)
Container (6)
Field (6)
Greeting (5)
Live (5)
Smile (4)
CRYPTIC PUZZLE
ACROSS
1. Having quite good health is a reasonable proviso
(4,9). 8. Taking a drop is wrong (5). 9. Hand over, for
now (7). 10. In the yarn, opposed to taking in the stray
tot (6). 11. Agree sailing round the lake will provide entertainment (6). 12. Calling for wiliness (5). 14. Not counting the said rupture with the East (5). 18. A slight alteration to Sunlit (6). 20. Spur on when within view, audibly
(6). 23. Take off one and give it to a chum to hold (7). 24.
Open and about time (5). 25. Living in a penthouse in
an earthquake area? (6,2,5).
DOWN
1. Getting currency (English) in a foreign country (6). 2.
One girl, I put in, is a complete fool (5). 3. Left shore
and abandoned (4,3). 4. Rests up for a stretch (4). 5.
Paddy got some news from her (5). 6. Learn Id fled the
country (7). 7. Lower figure returned by the woman (6).
13. The composer is in, so tear right over (7). 15. Party
there is when they give you a posting? (7). 16. Conclude its probably varnish (6). 17. For your information,
shot the aristocracy (6). 19. After half a mile, has lost
the lead (5). 21. Im a merchant; nothing wrong with that
(5). 22. Its very cold, love (4).
SOLUTIONS - CROSSWORD NO. 8943
CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS
Across - 1, Fair condition. 8, A-miss. 9, Present. 10,
Co-tto-n. 11, Rega-L-e. 12, Craft. 14, Asid-E. 18, Insult
(anag.). 20, Incite (in sight). 23, I-m-it-ate. 24, Over-t.
25, Height of folly.
Down - 1, Franc-E. 2, I-D-I-ot. 3, Cast off. 4, Naps (rev.).
5, Ire-ne(ws). 6, Ireland (anag.). 7, Net-her. 13, R-ossini.
15, Send off . 16, Finish. 17, Gen-try. 19, (mi)Le-ash.
21, I-deal. 22, Zero.
QUICK SOLUTIONS
Across - 1, Abundant. 6, Wise. 8, Melt. 9, Chopsuey.
10, Steal. 11, Beetle. 13, Follow. 15, Nought. 17, Staple.
19, Stick. 22, Apple pie. 23, Utah. 24, Isle. 25, Amethyst.
Down - 2, Bleat. 3, Netball. 4, Arch. 5, Trombone. 6,
Waste. 7, Stealth. 12, Sweetpea. 14, Octopus. 16, Untruth. 18, Pulse. 20, Crass. 21, Cede.
CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS
Across - 1,Mar-mose-t. 6, C-age. 8, Miss. 9, Pre-mIere. 10, In-law. 11, Tights. 13, A-scent. 15, Ex-pose. 17,
Turner. 19, M-or-al. 22, Appr-ais-e. 23, Iron (anag.). 24,
(H)Ed-ge(t). 25, Goes over.
Down - 2, A-lien. 3, M-Ist-ake. 4, Saps. 5, T-went-ies. 6,
C-ling. 7, Gyra-tes. 12, Stirring. 14, Stumped. 16, ProVIs-o. 18, Nerve. 20, Al-on-e. 21, Peke (peak).
Domestic tensions ease and you enjoy a week of relative

tranquility. A heated debate is indicated on the weekend.
Dont take a romantic misunderstanding too lightly now.
CANCERJune 22-July 22
A combination of supportive work mates and critical
higherups could make life a little unsettling. Finances
improve, but watch out for that self-indulgent streak.
LEOJuly 23-August 22
Stay far removed from neighbourhood and community

politicking. Festivities could lead to future celebrations.
Money questions are being answered after a nerve-racking
delay.
VIRGOAugust 23-September 22
You cant afford to stay uninformed now. Read newspapers from cover to cover and get to the bottom of mysterious events. A loved one is operating at fast speed, leaving you equally exhausted.
LIBRASeptember 23-October 22
Your natural charm gleams. Put charisma to work whereever you are this week. Intellectual interests peak and
provide you with topics to share with friends and new
admirers.
SUDOKU
SCORPIOOctober 23-November 21
NUMBER GAME
Luck is on your side where professional concerns are involved, but cash outlays may be higher than anticipated.
Scorpio people of the opposite sex could enter the friendship arena.
ANSWER BELOW
SAGITTARIUSNovember 22-December 22
This is a transition week that finds you between jobs,

between friendships and between locations. Dont hesitate to approach people in high places. Accounting work
should be checked twice.
CAPRICORNDecember 23-January 20
You will find this a favourable week for making difficult

decisions and announcements. The weekend puts you in
the limelight. A job done could win you the affection of
colleagues and close friends.
AQUARIUSJanuary 21-February 19
Tensions in the home environment eases, but you may

have to make a major concession. Be cautious when a
friend asks for investment advice. What works for you
may not work for him or her.
PISCESFebruary 20-March 20
Rewards this week are of the intangible variety, related
to prestige rather than money. A shift to greater independence is happening, but dont expect too much too soon.
BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK

You are often hard-headed, but always your heart is big
enough for the world. Whether or not thats your profession, you are a natural social worker. A major academic
decision may require action within a few months.
You cant afford to stay uninformed now. Read newspapers from cover to cover and get to the bottom of mysterious events. A loved one is operating at fast speed, leaving you equally exhausted.
LIBRASeptember 23-October 22
Your natural charm gleams. Put charisma to work whereever you are this week. Intellectual interests peak and
provide you with topics to share with friends and new
admirers.
SCORPIOOctober 23-November 21
Luck is on your side where professional concerns are involved, but cash outlays may be higher than anticipated.
Scorpio people of the opposite sex could enter the friendship arena.
SAGITTARIUSNovember 22-December 22
This is a transition week that finds you between jobs,

between friendships and between locations. Dont hesitate to approach people in high places. Accounting work
should be checked twice.
CAPRICORNDecember 23-January 20
You will find this a favourable week for making difficult

decisions and announcements. The weekend puts you in
the limelight. A job done could win you the affection of
colleagues and close friends.
AQUARIUSJanuary 21-February 19
Tensions in the home environment eases, but you may

have to make a major concession. Be cautious when a
friend asks for investment advice. What works for you
may not work for him or her.
PISCESFebruary 20-March 20
Rewards this week are of the intangible variety, related
to prestige rather than money. A shift to greater independence is happening, but dont expect too much too soon.
BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK

You are often hard-headed, but always your heart is big
enough for the world. Whether or not thats your profession, you are a natural social worker. A major academic
decision may require action within a few months.
QUICK SOLUTIONS
Across - 1, Off ones own bat. 8, Crest. 9, Concern. 10,
Intern. 11, Nestle. 12, While. 14, Aspen. 18, Apache. 20,
Bridge. 23, Rustler. 24, Tweed. 25, Lay down the law.
Down - 1, Orchid. 2, Fleet. 3, Natural. 4, Sack. 5, Wince.
6, Breathe. 7, Tender. 13, Hearsay. 15, Stretch. 16, Barrel. 17, Meadow. 19, Hello. 21, Dwell. 22, Grin.
SOLUTIONS - CROSSWORD NO. 8944
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SOLD
Neat as a pin
BALLAN
Beautifully presented brick veneer home. 1193m corner allotment. 3 Bedrooms main
with walk through bathroom and BIR. Bedrooms 1 and 2 with BIR. Stylish modern kitchen
with ample storage and quality appliances. Formal dining area drenched in natural light.
Homely lounge area with ornate ceiling fans and gas heating. Outside entertaining area
with pull down clear blinds. Beautiful garden. Shed and double remote garage.
SOLD 10/2/2016 for $390,000
2
SOLD
175 Acres of Stunning Views
Rowsley
This is a unique opportunity to own a large acreage this close to Bacchus Marsh. Diverse
and featuring breathtaking views there is no question that this is a very rare find.
SOLD 5/2/2016 for $418,000
SOLD
Close to everything
Ballan
This 1/2 acre block has all services available - gas, electricity, phone, water and sewerage.
Surrounded by established homes and only 2 mins drive to Ballan train station, schools,
hospital and shops.
SOLD 2/2/2016 for $210,000
Director - Joe McFall

Sales - Kirsty Black, Dave McLennan
Rental Property Manager - Sarah Mulgrew
Office Manager - Tiffany Forde
SOLD
Central Location
Brick veneer, approx 6-7 years old, ideal first home or investment property. Quiet court
location, close to town. 3 bedrooms. Master with walk in robe leading to main bathroom.
Open plan living. Kitchen with ample storage and island work bench. Evaporative cooling.
Central gas heating. Dishwasher. Solar boosted hot water. Laundry. Double garage. Fully
fenced garden with undercover entertaining area. Approx $300 plus per week as a rental.
SOLD 8/2/2016 for $315,000
SOLD
Family Home with room to play
Ballan
This 11 year old brick veneer home close to all the amenities of Ballan offers: 3 good
sized bedrooms. Main bedroom with ensuite. All with BIR. Bathroom with bath and shower.
Modern kitchen with generous amounts of storage. Dining/living area. Carpeted lounge
with large windows to encourage natural light. Laundry. Paved outdoor entertaining area.
Garage. Large garden with space for creation.
SOLD 8/2/2016 for $400,000
Arbor Place
SOLD
Ballan
Choice of 6 prestigious Townhouses. 6* Energy rating. Brick Veneer. 3 Bedrooms, main
with ensuite. All with WIR. Modern kitchen. Spacious Living Area. Bathroom. Laundry. Split
system heating/cooling. Double garage. Private courtyard/garden. Suit Retiree, Investor,
Superfund. Landlords - Rent return $350 plus per week.
SOLD 28/12/2015 for $379,000
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Ballan Golf Club
Results - Week ending Saturday 20 February

Wednesday - Stableford
Winner - Con Britt 45 points, R/up Peter Di Fiore 42 points.
Magpie - 14th Rod Caithness.
NTPs - 12th Cameron Dunne, 15th Bob Arklay.
Saturday- 4BBBStableford
(Jack Papworth Trophy Qualifying Round)
Winners - Michael Di Fiore and Brian Cran 50 points.
R/up - Mitch Younger and Rod Caithness 49 points.
NTPs: 2nd Greg Mc Aloon, 16th Kevin Lockman.
Magpies - 14th Ian Bragge, 18th Nick Toohey - Eagles Nest.
Balls 4, Cut-off 49 points -Michael Di Fiore,
Brian Cran,Mitch Younger and Rod Caithness.
Ballan Tennis
Results Junior Pennant

C Grade
C4: Ballan Black 23/3def Ballan Blue13/1.
(Black) Angus Pike, Manni Vincent, Zeb Vincent,
Ethan Owens.
(Blue) Annalese Young, Daniel Mulgrew, Anais Kelly,
Charli-Anne Mulgrew.
C3: Ballan 16/2lost Ross Creek 20/2. Well done to
Ben Campey, Rachel Young, Prathic Sundaram,
Lauren Bertoncello.
BGrade
BallanBlue 17/0 lost Dunnstown 36/6.
Lachlan Owens, Benjamin Davis, Mitchell Furlong,
Emily Tabb.
Ballan Black36/6 defBuninyong Red2/0.
Lachlan Furlong, Lachlan Conlan, Owen Robertson,
Joel Bertoncello.
Ballan Bowling Club
By Scot Nicholson
Division 3 v Sebastopol
Ballans
chances
of
qualifying for the postseason
have increased in difficulty
after an upset 23-shot loss to
Sebastopol.
Fellow finals contender
Webbcona, captured enough
points in Round 17 to claim
fourth place and remain
eight-points clear of Ballan
leading into the last game of
the regular season.
Webbcona
only
needs
11-points in their encounter
with Sebastopol to clinch
the final playoff spot, while
Ballan will need to gain as
many points as possible
against the ladder leading
Ballarat Memorial Sports
to have any hope of leaping

into the top four.
Ballan skipper Brad Coffey
said the 111-88 defeat
will provide motivation
to emerge victorious in a
winner-take-all match on
Saturday.
Its now or never and were
not taking this task lighty.
We have shown that
we are a finals contender
throughout the season and
this will essentially be a
playoff game, so its the
perfect preparation if we
progress past this week,
Coffey said.
David OHanlon made it
three successive wins with
a one-shot triumph in an
evenly contested battle,
while David Myers emerged
victorious by 11-shots.
Coffey and Neville Smith
were the two rinks to suffer
defeat on the day, going
down by five and 30-shots
respectively.
Division 9 v Learmonth
Ballan has extended their
winning streak to three
games as they defeated
Learmonth by 11-shots.
The 76-65 win was enough
to ensure that Ballan will
face Victoria in the first
semi-final on 3 March.
Ballan needs to claim
only one-point in their
Round 18 encounter with
North Ballarat to clinch
the Division Nine minor
premiership.
Ballan
manager
Eddy
Pitcher
said
carrying
momentum into the postseason is vital.
The minor premiership is a
nice reward for a consistent
season, but we have our
sights set on a final home
and away game with North
Ballarat.
We will aim to use that
game to test out some
strategies and game plans
ahead of the double chance
semi-final, Pitcher said.
Alan Loves was the only
rink to secure a win on the
day with a 12-shot success,
while
Charlie
Farrugia
had a drawn game and
Paul McNaughton lost by
one-shot.
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Bacchus Marsh Little Athletics

Avenue Bowling Club
Results Round 17
Premier Division v Geelong City
Avenue failed to win a rink, however octogenarian
Stan Cummings rink matched it with their finals bound
opposition for the first 9 ends of the game, before being
overrun by the home side.
Final score - Avenue 67 lost Geelong City 144.
Division 2 v Waubra
With a great deal of resolve Avenue were able to complete
a clean sweep of their opposition, winning all 4 rinks. Led
strongly by Peter Glass rink, which recorded an emphatic 21
shot win, Avenue, with the assistance of Glenys Kays rink (12
shots up), Bill Hawkens rink (8 shots up) and Grant Stirlings
rink which won on the last end of the day by a collective 42
shots, created a sufficient buffer over the 2 sides below it on
the ladder to avoid relegation.
Final score- Avenue 111 def Waubra 69.
The Centre conducted a modified

program on Friday evening, due to the
Region Championships being held over
the weekend. Athletes battled hard
in the cool conditions and occasional
misty rain. Lincoln Menz and Mitchell
Wells both achieved 3 PBs at the
modified competition.
Bacchus Marsh had 17 athletes
represent the Centre at the Region
Track & Field Championships in

Geelong, recording some fantastic
results. BMLAC won 4 Gold, 3 Silver
and 6 Bronze medals.
Gold - Samuel Lalor - Discus, William
Lalor - High Jump, Jarvis Miles - Discus,
Rachel Jackson - Shot Put.
Silver - William Lalor - Discus, Bridie
Shanahan - Discus, Olivia Way - 300mH
Bronze - Kirsty Bresnan - 300mH,

Kayla Downes - Discus, Rachel Jackson
- 200m, William Lalor - Shot Put,
Hayden Lloyd - Triple Jump, Jarvis
Miles - Shot Put.
All event winners have now
qualified for the State Track & Field
Championships to be held on 19 and 20
March at Casey Fields.
2016 WMR Track & Field Championships - BMLAC Results

AgeGroup
Under 9
Under 13
Under 13
Under 12
Under 11
Under 15
Under 10
Under 11
Under 10
Under 15
Under 13
Under 12
Under 10
Under 10
Under 10
Under 9
Under 12
Surname
Bresnan
Bresnan
Downes
Hannett
Henry
Jackson
Lalor
Lalor
Lloyd
Miesen
Miesen
Miles
Miles
Runge
Shanahan
Watts
Way
GivenName
Keria
Kirsty
Kayla
Jasmine
Tamara
Rachel
Samuel
William
Hayden
Evana
Solomon
Jarvis
Miah
Claudia
Bridie
Kira
Olivia
Event1
Long Jump
800m
Discus
70m
70m
200m
Discus
Shot Put
Triple Jump
800m
800m
Shot Put
Shot Put
High Jump
High Jump
800m
Javelin
Result
8th
7th
3rd
5th (H)
5th (H) 8th (F)
3rd
1st
3rd
3rd
6th
7th
3rd
10th
8th
5th
8th
4th
Event2
Shot Put
1500m
Shot Put
200m
Shot Put
100m
Long Jump
Discus
70m
1500m
1500m
Discus
Discus
80m Hurdles
Shot Put
200m
200m
Result
9th
DNF
4th
6th (H)
5th
5th
5th
2nd
4th(H) 8th (F)
7th
7th
1st
5th
4th(H) 8th (F)
9th
7th
6th (H)
Event3
80m Hurdles
300m Hurdles
Result
Event4
5th (H) 8th (F) 800m
3rd
Triple Jump
Result
9th
9th
100m
Triple Jump
400m
High Jump
High Jump
Discus
5th (H)
Discus
6th
4th
Shot Put
4th
1st
5th (H) 8th (F) Long Jump
4th
Javelin
10th
60m Hurdles
Triple Jump
6th
6th
100m
7th (H)
1st
7th
Triple Jump
Discus
9th
2nd
300m Hurdles
2nd
Division 5 v Central Wendouree

Avenue needed just one of their 4 rinks to win to avoid
relegation. Ideally 18 points would have been better, however
it was not to be. Di Hardiments rink won by 6 shots to give
Avenue the 2 points it needed. The other 3 rinks also did
their bit, however all three each lost by a collective 16 shots
showing they were not too far from success.
Final score - Avenue 83 lost Central Wendouree 93.
Division 7 v Creswick
Playing one player short, Maurie Oppermanns rink rose to
the fore with a 2 shot win, which was made all that better
as they only had 6 bowls, whereas their opposition had 8
bowls. Dave McKendricks rink had a 4 shot loss, whilst Ron
Millingtons rink fell short by 5 shots. Unfortunately Wally
Van Looys rink, which has performed admirably all season,
had a rough day at the office, going down by 26 shots.
Final score - Avenue 78 lost Creswick 105.
Midweek Pennant
Division 1 continued their excellent form, recording a 9 shot
win over Creswick. The side is currently third on the ladder
and will play finals.
Division 2 like the weekend divisions faced relegation, but
were able to defeat Victoria by 17 shots, meaning they will
remain in Division 2 next season.
Bacchus Marsh athletes at Region Championships and Region Gold Medallists Jarvis, Rachel, Samuel and William.
Elaine Tennis
B Grade
B1/B2 Elaine 6/36 def Buninyong Black 0/16
C Grade
C1/C2 Elaine/Navigators 1/12 lost Navigators 3/21
C3 Elaine 3/21 lost Warrenheip 1/13
C4/C5 Elaine 2/17 lost Napoleons 2/20
Champions on horseback
By Jessica Howard
Photo - Derek OLeary photography
A Ballan mother and

daughter duo will represent
Victoria at this years Equestrian Australia National
Championships.
Heather Kemp and her seven-year-old daughter Jordyn
will compete in the Werribee
Park indoor arena on the
first weekend of December.
The pair, and Bordershow
Carousel, qualified for the
National
Championships
after taking out first place in
their class (Champion Lead
Rein Show Pony 12hh and
under) at the Barastoc Horse
of the Year Show on February 12.
We are totally over the

moon. A lot of hard work
and long hours have gone
into the pony, Jordyn has
been riding every night and
that has obviously paid off,
Heather said.
Jordyn is very happy, she
has only really had about a
year of riding, but she has
taken a lot of interest and become really good in the last
few months. Jordyn rides
and I am the handler, we
have competed a few times
before but Barastoc was definitely the biggest show we
have ever won.
Heather and Jordyn will
now compete against representatives from Queensland,
South Australia and New

South Wales.
[During competition] the

horse needs to be fully represented with makeup and
plaits; Jordyn also needs
to look her best and we go
around the ring and they are
judged on both their appearance and the ponys behaviour, Heather said.
We will compete in the

same lead and rein class,
but this time representing
our state, so hopefully we
can do Victoria proud. If not,
just being there is going to
be amazing and getting that
chance is really awesome.
Sulky Snippets
By LEN BAKER
Matts Magic
Moment
Young Werribee reinsman

Matthew Horsnell would
have been over the moon
when successful aboard
4-Y-0 Courage Under Fire/
Yes Please Louise mare Miss
Condoleezza in the Pace for
C0 class over 2240 metres
at Tabcorop Park Melton on
Monday February 15.
Trained at Melton by Maree
Caldow, Miss Condoleezza
settled four back in the running line after starting from
the extreme draw, with pole
marker Fianna Gael leading for Dunnstowns John
Murphy.
Weaving in-between runners to follow Multiple
Choice (one/one three
wide last lap) into the final
bend, Miss Condoleezza,
despite being four wide on
the final bend, dashed to
the front on turning to register a 3.1 metre victory over
Fiery Blue Chip and Tatiana
Rosedale third.
Ross and Greg Sugars were

also winners at Melton,
when 6-Y-0 Mach Three/
Classical gelding Show
Heeza Classic snared the
Pace for C3 & C4 class over
2240 metres in 1-58.5.
Gaining a three wide trail
home from well back at the
bell, Show Heeza Classic finished full of running to defeat Hi Tech Fury and Cosell.
Long Forests Andy Gath

combined with Alex Ashwood to land the Pace for C1
class over 1720 metres with
smart 5-Y-0 Somebeachsomewhere/Full
Pleasure
gelding Lagoon Beach.
Given an easy time one/
one, Lagoon Beach bloused
a death-seating Star Crossed
by 1.6 metres, with Mister
Bellisimo third off a midfield passage. The mile rate
1-59.3.
Bacchus Marsh duo Wayne

Freeman and Brad Barnes
were successful in the Pace
for C1 class over 1720 metres
at Melton with Exotic Native, a 6-Y-0 gelding by On
The Attack from Poetical in
a mile rate of 1-57.4.
Enjoying a cosy trip midfield from gate two, Exotic Native ran home best
to score from All Eyes And
Ears and Lisandros.
At Stawell on Tuesday, Melton co-trainers Maree and

John Caldow snared a stable
Sport
double with a pair of four

year olds Bettors Delight/
Millwood Touche mare
Millwood Brandy taking the
Pace for C1 class and Four
Starzzz Shark/Mother Courage gelding Threepennyopera the Pace for C0 class,
both races over 2175 metres.
Ex-Kiwi Sonya Smith was

in the winners stall at Yarra
Valley on Wednesday, when
well performed 5-Y-0 Extreme Three/Facelift gelding
Pantheon chalked up his
first victory since August
2014 greeting the judge in
the Pace for C0 class over
2150 metres with Anthony
Butt in the sulky.
Crossed from the pole by
Ebonyallstarzzz (gate four)
at the start, Pantheon quickly moved around her to lead
and in a two horse duel all
the way up the running,
prevailed by a half neck in
2-01.1. Allys Comet was third
after following the pair.
Meetings for the week:

Wednesday Maryborough/Mildura,
Thursday
Hamilton/Shepparton,
Friday Melton, Saturday
Geelong, Sunday Charlton (Cup), Monday Cranbourne, Tuesday Nyah @
Swan Hill.
Horses to follow: Conversation, Mister Hairy Maclary,
Wes Lewinsky, Guggenheim, Scorchin Along, Waterboy,
WesternviewJack,
Majestic Grace, Miss Noelle.
Cam Dunne dives to safety in his 79 run opening stand.
Ballan Cricket
Ballan 1st XI
Ballan 4/179 v Mt Clear 10/119
Batting - C Dunne 79, M Nolan 24, D
Romeo 17, D Gardiner 13, Z Graham 33 no, B
Loughnane 1 n.o
Bowling - B Masters 5.4-1-4/13, D Gardiner
12-3-4/35, Z Graham 10-2-1/27.
Ballan 2nd X1
Ballan 7/146 defeated Creswick 10/126.
Batting - J Graham 65, C Tooze 14, R Lindsey
12, T Connor 24 no, A Trickey 11 no.
Bowling - J Graham 8-6-3/4, A Mullane
3.1-0-2/12, R Lindsey 5-0-2/33, T Connor 8-31/13, A Trickey 4-0-1/20.
Playing the top team the boys got off to a
slow start with the bat due to good bowling.
Craig Tooze and Jarryd Graham put together
a good third wicket partnership which
allowed Ballan to make runs in the late overs

with big hitting. Then with great bowling
and magnificent fielding and catching,
Ballan secured a spot in the finals.
Under 16s
Ballan 9/108 v North Ballarat 1/4.
Batting - J McGregor 39, D Graham 36, J
McEgan 4 no.
Bowling - R Ranieri 4-3-1/4.
Under 12s
Ballan 8/152 defeated Darley Roar 10/74
Batting - N Neumann 27 ret, M Popple 26
ret, D Pascoe 26 no, M Golding 19 no.
Bowling - T Cox 3.1-1-2/2, C Gates 3-0-2/8,
V Weatherhead 3-0-1/9, M Popple 3-0-15, J
Bower 3-0-1/5.
Brendan Masters opened the bowling; finishing with 4/13 off 5.4 overs.
Friday 19 February, Tabcorp Park Melton Race 9 Winner: Ironhide (1). Trainer: Damien
burns. Driver: Greg Sugars. Photo: Stuart McCormick.
Dylan Graham bowling for the U16s after

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Tuesday 23 February, 2016

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FRIDAY NIGHT 26TH FEB 7PM

Land at Connor St is desperately needed for a school and

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Councillors noted the overenrolment of students at Bacchus Marsh Primary School,

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