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  • 2 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY \ JULY 2, 2014

    Strand Ward Altona North Newport Spotswood South Kingsville WilliamstownTake a drive past the Botanic Gardens and you will see the footpath and drainage works at Giffard and Osborne Streets have now been completed. If you head down that way, pop into the gardens. Our staff have done a great job clearing up after the recent storm event and its worth catching the clivia nobilis as it starts to flower. You may also want to take a wander down Shelley Beach. With the help of the Friends of Point Gellibrand, we have re-landscaped, planted native grasses, and added bench seats and bike racks for peoples convenience. The new footpath at J T Gray reserve is almost finished, following Maddox Road as it heads north up to Kororoit Creek Road. The footpath is now

    operational with the only task remaining being the installation of bollards. This follows the completion of the Rifle Range footpath in May and provides a range of walking opportunities for visitors to the area. The Rodger Lane roadworks in Williamstown should be completed by the second half of July, weather permitting.

    Loft Reserve PavilionFollowing a fire in 2013 the Council has been working closely with the insurers and builders to rebuild the pavilion at Loft Reserve. The users of the facility, Altona Roosters Rugby League Club and West Newport Cricket Club, are currently being accommodated in portable buildings located on the site.

    The rebuild works are due to commence shortly with an expected completion date of December 2014, all things going to plan.

    Newport Althletic Track The design of the extension to the Graeme Morrish Pavilion has now been completed and we are seeking tenders for its construction. The extension of the pavilion involves the provision of a new 190m2 room with an additional 70m2 of storage. Once completed, well have a flexible community space that can be used for a range of purposes including meetings, presentations, seminars, training sessions and social events. Tenders close on 7 July.

    Cherry Lake Ward Altona Altona Meadows Altona North Brooklyn SeaholmeTheres good news for Altona City Soccer Club with new turf laid at Kim Reserve in time, coincidentally enough, for the World Cup. A great deal has been happening over the last few weeks with our local SES unit celebrating a name change, and the Global Homework program being officially launched at Altona North library. The first, with SES Altona becoming SES Hobsons Bay, it will better recognise the efforts of our volunteers and the area they cover. The second is a great initiative for students who want to enhance their learning potential. World Environment Day took place on 5 June and to recognise this, children from Altona North Child Care did a great job picking up litter at Irwin Reserve. Well done to everyone involved.

    ALGA ConferenceIn June, Mayor Cr Sandra Wilson and Crs Carl Marsich and Paul Morgan attended the annual National General Assembly for local government, one of the key sector gatherings of the year. Measures were discussed on how to assist our community and local workers in adjusting to the changes in the manufacturing sector. The Mayor Cr Wilson asked the Federal Minister for Environment Greg Hunt MP how the National Clean Air Agreement, (scheduled to take place on 1 July 2016), might bring tangible improvements to air quality for the people of Brooklyn. Having access to Ministers, Shadow Ministers and Ministerial Staff is important in getting our issues on the Federal agenda.

    Two Hobsons Bay residents, Geoff Mitchelmore and Bert Boere, have campaigned for improving odour and dust issues around Brooklyn and they were recently made EPA environmental citizens for their efforts.

    Altona Coastal ParkNational Tree Planting day will soon be here. Last year we had about 110 people turn up to Newport Lakes including students form Mt St Josephs College in Altona. This year at Altona Coastal Park we will be planting gahnia filum (chaffy saw sedge) to provide habitat for the Altona Skipper butterfly. Its good entertainment for the whole family with former tram conductors the Connies troupe providing entertainment.

    Mayor Cr Sandra Wilson

    0419 287 117 [email protected]

    www.facebook.com/crsandra.wilson

    Cr Jason Price 0438 871 814 [email protected]

    Cr Angela Altair 0419 762 267 [email protected]

    www.facebook.com/cr.angela.altair www.angelaaltair.com

    Cr Peter Hemphill 0419 762 266 [email protected]

    Cr Paul Morgan 0428 853 469 [email protected]

    www.facebook.com/strandward

    www.twitter.com/strandward

    Cr Colleen Gates 0457 916 615 [email protected]

    www.facebook.com/councillorgates

    Cr Carl Marsich 0429 461 629 [email protected]

    Wetlands Ward Altona Meadows Laverton Seabrook You may have seen the new interpretive signage at Laverton Stormwater Harvesting. If not, take a trip down there. The project has successfully transformed vacant grassland into something that is both attractive and a valuable community asset. The treated stormwater will be used to irrigate the reserve in Altona Meadows and recent water quality testing has found the water quality to be good with low salinity levels. Also you may have received a newsletter recently in your postbox about the New Residential Zones. The Council is currently preparing background work to apply the new zones across the municipality and there will be extensive community consultation during this time. If you want to find out more, take a look at the Councils website:

    www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/newzones.

    Seabrook community centreMay and June saw Seabrook community centre increase its range of programs including a new Monday evening session of pilates and a Chinese speaking mums group for parents of young children. Events coming up include a balloon art workshop and a mini-Picasso creative art program for primary school aged children. There is also a paediatric first aid course on Saturday 19 July for parents and carers of babies and young children. Details can be found at www.seabrookcc.com.au. Seabrook is one of nine community centres in Hobsons Bay which offer a range of programs and activities including art,

    craft, fitness, recreation, leisure, training and meeting spaces for hire. More information about the nine centres can be found at the Councils website.

    Lohse Street reserveWe are currently finalising construction plans for the redevelopment of the Lohse Street Reserve. The final plans include a picnic shelter, a new pathway, landscaping works, a sensory garden and public lighting. Once the plans have been finalised, we expect construction to begin in the coming months. Works on the Stage Two upgrade of McCormack Park meanwhile have begun and the playground renovations should be d by September.

    AROUND THE BAY Hobsons Bay ward news

    www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

    www.facebook.com/HobsonsBayCityCouncil

    www.twitter.com/HobsonsBayCC

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    A hot lunch is something most people take for granted, but for Tommy Moyal its a blessing.

    The 51-year-old, who lives in a campervan in Hobsons Bay, attended last Wednesdays three-course lunch served by volunteers at Laverton Community Centre and Neighbourhood House.

    He said the lunch, for which concession cardholders are asked to give a $5 donation, provided a break from his lonely life.

    Some days are like hell on wheels for loneliness.

    Mr Moyal said he travelled to Laverton for company as much as food.

    I get a bag of food now and then from the good people like the Church of Christ in Williamstown, from Minister Megan Jung at Helping Hand I have lunch there as well.

    Without these places, I have no friends. Im on my own, basically, so I live like a hermit.

    Usually, I eat dried food in the van: canned food and a sandwich or whatever.

    [Wednesdays lunch] was like a blessing to sit down and have a 20-minute yak with two people sitting beside me.

    Unfortunately, I didnt have the $5 donation; I had a free lunch with the help of the Williamstown people.

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    Senator rides into CanberraBy Benjamin Millar

    Footscrays Greens senator-elect Janet Rice has vowed to be a voice for Melbournes west in the nations capital.

    Ms Rice arrived in Canberra on Tuesday on a bicycle, having ridden through regional Victoria on a two-week listening tour.

    The former Maribyrnong mayor told Star Weekly her time on council would stand her in good stead in a Senate where neither major party holds the balance of power.

    She and other new senators will be sworn in later this month.

    Ms Rice says her focus will be on bringing attention back to environmental issues and highlighting the need for greater investment in public transport.

    At the moment, about 80 per cent of motorised trips are by private cars, Ms Rice said. That needs to come down significantly, and to do that we need a lot more efficient and convenient public transport. We also need to make it safer and easier for people to hop on a bike for local trips, with more dedicated bike and walking paths.

    Ms Rice will be the Greens spokeswoman for transport, infrastructure, forests and tourism. She said a recurring theme raised during her ride through Victoria was refugees and the need to celebrate Australias multicultural society.

    I loved meeting a Burmese couple growing vegetables in a community garden on the Werribee River flats, and flying coloured balloons with the Bendigo community, proclaiming their support for a proposed mosque.

    The Greens have 10 senators and one lower house MP, Melbournes Adam Bandt.

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    Soccer fever will invade living rooms across Brimbank this week as the FIFA World Cup kicks off in Brazil. Soccer fanatics, like young Jake, will be waking up in the early hours

    to watch their beloved teams battle it out in the worlds most prestigious sporting event. And if your son or daughter just cant get enough of the world game then they can put

    on a pair of boots and head to Keilor Downs College this Saturday, June 14, to take part in a free clinic run by the Football Star Academy. The clinic begins at 9am for kids aged

    between 8 and 11 and at 10.30am for players 12-15. For the full story, turn to page 12.

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    Its kick-off time

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    By Ben Cameron

    Tennis Victoria has warned that some clubs in

    Brimbank face extinction following a council

    proposal to increase fees, in some cases by

    more than 1000 per cent.

    Tennis Victoria and representatives of a range

    of sports clubs met council administrators

    last week to strongly object to the councils

    dra sports facility hire, licences and leases

    agreement policy.

    Clubs will be charged fees of up to $2000 if

    Clubs cry foul over fees

    their venues have a pavilion; they will also pay

    playing-surface fees.

    At last weeks meeting, the clubs urged the

    council to o er discounts for clubs that lease

    venues from the council.

    Tennis Victoria executive manager Ken Jacobs

    said many lease-holding tennis clubs would

    face an uncertain future if the inequitable

    proposal was given the green light.

    Tennis clubs in Brimbank are totally

    reliant on volunteers to manage their clubs,

    Jacobs said. ey do not, however, have the capacity

    to generate the same levels of income as some

    other clubs with gate takings .

    Sydenham Tennis Club treasurer Stacie

    Simon said her fees would skyrocket from $160

    to $1498.Its a 1000 per cent increase for most clubs,

    she said. Its not fair or reasonable .

    Sunshine Baseball Club vice-president Rob

    Browne said the club was in danger of folding

    as it faced a $3800 annual bill on top of a $750

    Baseball Victoria annual fee. Our numbers

    will drop, well close our doors as a worst case

    scenario , he said.

    Clubs currently pay a at $160 annual fee,

    raising about $7000 a year for the council.

    Brimbank community well-being director

    Neil Whiteside said a new shared approach

    between the council and clubs was required.

    e council spends millions of dollars on

    maintenance [on these facilities], he said.

    e council will consider a nal dra for

    adoption at an upcoming meeting.

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    THE WESTS BEST PROPERTY GUIDE

    Soccer fever will invade living rooms across Brimbank this week as the FIFA World Cup kicks off in Brazil. Soccer fanatics, like young Jake, will be waking up in the early hours

    to watch their beloved teams battle it out in the worlds most prestigious sporting event. And if your son or daughter just cant get enough of the world game then they can put

    on a pair of boots and head to Keilor Downs College this Saturday, June 14, to take part in a free clinic run by the Football Star Academy. The clinic begins at 9am for kids aged

    between 8 and 11 and at 10.30am for players 12-15. For the full story, turn to page 12.

    for soccer fans

    Clubs cry foul over fees

    their venues have a pavilion; they will also pay

    playing-surface fees.

    At last weeks meeting, the clubs urged the

    council to o er discounts for clubs that lease

    venues from the council.

    Tennis Victoria executive manager Ken Jacobs

    said many lease-holding tennis clubs would

    face an uncertain future if the inequitable

    proposal was given the green light.

    Tennis clubs in Brimbank are totally

    reliant on volunteers to manage their clubs,

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    One of childrens literatures favourite feathery fellows is embarking on a new adventure with a little help from his creator, Williamstown artist and author Leigh Hobbs. After taking

    Paris by storm, Mr Chicken is now squeezing as much as he can into a ight of fancy through Londons many sites. Hobbs says his new book is a love letter of sorts to his favourite

    city in the world. For the full story, turn to page 14.

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    By Benjamin Millar

    Nearly 100 more jobs are set to be lost from

    Melbournes western suburbs with Tottenham

    power cable manufacturer Nexans Olex to

    cease production before the end of the year.

    A high Australian dollar and falling demand

    are being blamed for the decision to shut down

    operations and lay o 90 workers, with locally

    made products struggling against global

    competitors. e job losses follow gradual

    cuts at Nexans Olex over the past 12 months

    Cable jobs to join exodus

    and come as thousands of western suburbs

    workers face employment oblivion in the face

    of ship-building and auto-industry closures.

    Nexans Olex is Australias largest power

    cable supplier, employing more than 700 sta

    in Australia and New Zealand. Its human

    resources and corporate a airs general manager

    John omson said the company would be doing

    the right thing by workers a ected .

    Our immediate priority is to provide

    appropriate support to these employees, he

    said.

    A statement issued by the company indicated

    the exact timing of the Tottenham closure

    would coincide with completion of forward

    orders. Nexans Olex has taken this step to position

    the company for a sustainable and successful

    future in Australia, the statement read. Over

    the coming months, Nexans Olex will work

    closely with customers to ensure they are

    provided with the best cable solutions.

    e companys Lilydale site and New Zealand

    operation are una ected by the decision.

    Mr omson said the Tottenham warehouse

    operations would remain in place, and sales,

    sales support, supply chain and technical and

    administration roles would mostly be una ected.

    e Tottenham facility as such is not closing,

    he said. [However] the manufacturing of power

    cable products will not reopen at Tottenham.

    Manufactured products will be sourced from

    our Lilydale or New Plymouth [New Zealand]

    facilities or from Nexans-approved supply

    partners. Unity ticket on ships job threat P 8

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    THE WESTS BEST PROPERTY GUIDE

    One of childrens literatures favourite feathery fellows is embarking on a new adventure with a little help from his creator, Williamstown artist and author Leigh Hobbs. After taking

    Paris by storm, Mr Chicken is now squeezing as much as he can into a ight of fancy through Londons many sites. Hobbs says his new book is a love letter of sorts to his favourite

    For the full story, turn to page 14.

    Cable jobs to join exodus

    and come as thousands of western suburbs

    workers face employment oblivion in the face

    of ship-building and auto-industry closures.

    Nexans Olex is Australias largest power

    cable supplier, employing more than 700 sta

    in Australia and New Zealand. Its human

    resources and corporate a airs general manager

    John omson said the company would be doing

    the right thing by workers a ected .

    Our immediate priority is to provide

    appropriate support to these employees, he

    JUNE 10, 2014 \ MELTON.STARWEEKLY.COM.AU

    By Priscilla Moca

    A dog that brutally mauled the face of a

    six-year-old girl, leaving permanent scars and

    ripping out a tooth, has been spared death.

    In a May 27 hearing at the Ballarat

    Magistrates Court, the dogs three owners,

    Stuart, Denise and Anthony Wilson, were

    found guilty of owning a dog that caused

    serious injury.

    e prize-winning kelpie, named Mack,

    attacked the girl at the Wilsons Balliang farm

    Reprieve for vicious dog

    on June 22 last year. e Wilsons, who are

    grandparents and uncle of the victim, must

    pay nearly $12,000 for the dogs pound costs, a

    $2 000 ne each and court costs.

    However, the magistrate refused to sentence

    Mack to death, leaving Moorabool council to

    impose conditions for the owners before their

    pet is returned to them.

    In making his decision, magistrate Peter

    Mithen took into account that the Wilsons had

    no prior convictions and had a good standing

    in the community . In a closed session on June 4, Moorabool

    councillors voted to place restrictions on the

    dog, including keeping it in a secure location

    and having it muzzled when it is not working

    and when there are visitors at the property.

    Moorabool mayor

    Paul Tatchell

    said

    community safety was paramount, which was

    why the council vigorously pursued the matter

    through the court .

    is case should serve as a reminder to

    animal owners to supervise their animals

    properly, particularly if they mix with children.

    e council had originally requested that the

    dog be put down.

    Current legislation is really wide-eyed when

    it comes to working dogs , said Cr Tatchell.

    We need to put a policy in place so we can

    deal with working dogs. We live in a rural

    region so the problem may come up again.

    Moorabool council will now prepare a

    contract to set out the exact conditions and

    terms of Macks return. If the owners fail to

    agree to the conditions within 14 days, Mack

    will be declared a dangerous dog.

    NEWS + SPORT + PROPERTY GUIDE

    Soccer fever will invade living rooms across Melton this week as the FIFA World Cup kicks off in Brazil. Soccer fanatics, like young Jake, will be waking up in the early hours to

    watch their beloved teams battle it out in the worlds most prestigious sporting event. And if your son or daughter just cant get enough of the world game then they can put on

    a pair of boots and head to Keilor Downs College this Saturday, June 14, to take part in a free clinic run by the Football Star Academy. The clinic begins at 9am for kids aged

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    Reprieve for vicious dog

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    grandparents and uncle of the victim, must

    pay nearly $12,000 for the dogs pound costs, a

    $2 000 ne each and court costs.

    However, the magistrate refused to sentence

    Mack to death, leaving Moorabool council to

    impose conditions for the owners before their

    pet is returned to them.

    In making his decision, magistrate Peter

    Mithen took into account that the Wilsons had

    no prior convictions and had a good standing

    Soccer fever will invade living rooms across Melton this week as the FIFA World Cup kicks off in Brazil. Soccer fanatics, like young Jake, will be waking up in the early hours to

    watch their beloved teams battle it out in the worlds most prestigious sporting event. And if your son or daughter just cant get enough of the world game then they can put on

    a pair of boots and head to Keilor Downs College this Saturday, June 14, to take part in a free clinic run by the Football Star Academy. The clinic begins at 9am for kids aged

    between 8 and 11 and at 10.30am for players 12-15. For the full story, turn to page 16.

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    Thomastown housemates Ivo Dos Santos and Stevie Kelly are bound for Glasgow after being named

    in the Australian Commonwealth Games team. Dos Santos, a 2012 Olympian, will compete in judo,

    while Kelly will wrestle at next months Games . The pair are thought to be among Australias best

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    By Helen Grimaux

    and Melissa Cunningham

    Children and family service agencies

    in the north are at crisis point due to

    falling numbers of state-funded child

    protection workers and steep rises in

    family violence reports.

    A Community and Public Sector

    Union spokesman told Star Weekly the

    Department of Human Services had

    known since last December of serious

    shortfalls in sta ng at its Preston o ce,

    where there have been complaints of

    occupational health and safety issues

    because of heavy caseloads.

    e Preston o ce covers Hume-

    Moreland and the North East Melbourne

    catchment.WorkCover had been called in

    to the Preston o ce a er workload

    complaints, and its sta turnover was

    higher than elsewhere because of work

    pressures , the union spokesman said.

    e spokesman said the largest sta

    losses were among level-4 practitioners,

    who undertake face-to-face casework

    with young people in unsafe and

    emergency situations.

    Numbers are down from 1347 EFT

    [e ective full-time] in October 2013 to

    1261 EFT by December, or 7 per cent

    statewide, the spokesman said.

    Victorias Community

    Services

    Minister Mary Wooldridge last week

    launch ed a statewide campaign to

    recruit additional senior child protection

    practitioners.

    Contradicting the

    union, a

    spokesman for the minister said child

    protection sta ng levels had improved

    under the current state government.

    e spokesman referred to the

    Strengthening Risk

    Management

    program, which has been operating in

    Hume since 2011 and supports women

    and children experiencing extreme

    family violence.

    is program is led by Berry Street

    Northern Family

    and Domestic

    Violence Services and involves Berry

    Street family violence workers, Victoria

    Police, child protection, Child FIRST,

    family support services and Hume

    council. e state government has also

    announced a $30 million funding

    package to expand the Strengthening

    Risk Management program statewide,

    and its new model for integrated human

    services, Services Connect, aims to

    streamline services.

    e new model is already being

    trialled at a number of sites, including

    the departments Preston o ce, and

    will extend to Hume and Moreland

    later this month.

    However, Whittlesea councillor and

    anti-family-violence campaigner Kris

    Pavlidis said there was a dire need for

    more child protection workers in the

    north.She said rising rates of family violence

    in the community had increased

    pressure on council-run family services

    and the council was doing all they

    could to support those in need.

    But the council cant do it alone;

    we need the assistance of state and

    federal governments to inject funding

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    infrastructure to support families.

    Family services

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    The council needs

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    - Cr Kris Pavlidis

    In making his decision, magistrate Peter

    Mithen took into account that the Wilsons had

    no prior convictions and had a good standing

    JUNE 10, 2014 \ NORTHERN.STARWEEKLY.COM.AU

    By Helen Grimaux

    and Melissa Cunningham

    Children and family service agencies

    in the north are at crisis point due to

    falling numbers of state-funded child

    protection workers and steep rises in

    family violence reports.

    A Community and Public Sector

    Union spokesman told Star Weekly the

    Department of Human Services had

    known since last December of serious

    shortfalls in sta ng at its Preston o ce,

    where there have been complaints of

    occupational health and safety issues

    because of heavy caseloads.

    e Preston o ce covers Hume-

    Moreland and the North East Melbourne

    catchment.WorkCover had been called in

    to the Preston o ce a er workload

    complaints, and its sta turnover was

    higher than elsewhere because of work

    pressures , the union spokesman said.

    e spokesman said the largest sta

    losses were among level-4 practitioners,

    who undertake face-to-face casework

    with young people in unsafe and

    Numbers are down from 1347 EFT

    [e ective full-time] in October 2013 to

    Hume since 2011 and supports women

    and children experiencing extreme

    family violence.

    is program is led by Berry Street

    Northern Family

    and Domestic

    Violence Services and involves Berry

    Street family violence workers, Victoria

    Police, child protection, Child FIRST,

    family support services and Hume

    council. e state government has also

    announced a $30 million funding

    package to expand the Strengthening

    Risk Management program statewide,

    and its new model for integrated human

    services, Services Connect, aims to

    streamline services.

    e new model is already being

    trialled at a number of sites, including

    the departments Preston o ce, and

    will extend to Hume and Moreland

    later this month.

    However, Whittlesea councillor and

    anti-family-violence campaigner Kris

    Pavlidis said there was a dire need for

    more child protection workers in the

    She said rising rates of family violence

    in the community had increased

    pressure on council-run family services

    and the council was doing all they

    could to support those in need.

    But the council cant do it alone;

    we need the assistance of state and

    federal governments to inject funding

    services

    in crisis

    The council needs

    government funding

    assistance - Cr Kris Pavlidis

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    Sunburys Carole Simpson is raising her cup for charity as she prepares to host her fth annual

    Biggest Morning Tea fund-raiser this Sunday. Ms Simpson, pictured with volunteer Judy Unwin and

    Reverend Peter Cannon, is one of many Sunbury residents who has put the kettle on to help the

    Cancer Council Victoria raise vital funds for cancer prevention, research and support services. Last

    year, 126 hosts in Hume raised more than $61,470 to help beat cancer. The morning tea will be

    held on June 15, at St Andrews Uniting Church, Sunbury, from 10.30-11.30am, but hosts can hold

    an event any time and anywhere this year. To register, visit www.biggestmorningtea.com.au.

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    By Angela Valente

    A proposal by Villawood Properties

    to subdivide Davies Hill in Woodend

    could still become a reality a er

    changes were made to the scale of the

    proposed development in response to

    community concerns.

    e developers

    say the

    new

    proposal could be considered as in- ll

    development and would t with the

    Woodend Structure Plan.

    Villawood Properties

    executive

    director Rory Costelloe said the revised

    proposal was for an environmentally

    responsive low-density development.

    e proposal ts in with the

    Woodend Structure Plan by addressing

    all of the site-responsive issues that have

    been identi ed and by ensuring the

    town will not be overwhelmed by an

    intensive urban development, he said.

    All of the neighbourhood character

    concerns of the community have

    been addressed via a series of binding

    development commitments.

    e revised proposal includes a

    reduction from the 300-lot subdivision

    submitted to the council in 2012 to a

    total of 150 lots.

    In 2009, Villawood made a request

    to rezone the same land for a 650-lot

    development. e lot sizes in the revised

    plan are between 0.2 and 8 hectares.

    e inclusion of a retirement village

    is also proposed.

    Mr Costelloe said the number of lots

    for the retirement village was not yet

    determined.

    We are

    happy to

    accept a

    recommendation from council, though,

    on what it sees as necessary to meet the

    needs of the community, he said.

    Star Weekly understands two brie ng

    sessions were held in May between

    Mesh Planning, for Villawood, and the

    council, at which the revised proposal

    for Davies Hill was discussed before the

    Woodend Structure Plan was adopted

    by the council.

    e plan was due to be adopted last

    month by the council, but it was delayed

    a er Cr John Letchford submitted a

    recission motion. He retracted the

    motion on Wednesday.

    An amendment to the councils

    planning scheme would be made to

    implement the structure plan. While not

    all planning scheme amendments go to

    a panel, it is likely that an amendment of

    this nature would.

    Woodend resident

    John Shaw

    questioned why the council would

    consider any proposal outside the town

    boundary set out in the structure plan.

    I nd it di cult to see how a

    Villawood proposal could be entertained

    now that the council has adopted the

    Woodend Structure Plan, he said.

    Macedon Ranges

    Council chief

    executive o cer Peter Johnston said

    the structure plan nominated three

    potential areas

    to accommodate

    medium- and long-term population

    growth in case future supply within

    the town boundaries proved to be

    insu cient. rough all our structure

    plans, council ensures there are a

    range options to accommodate future

    population growth in response to

    community need or wishes, he said.

    Hill plan

    back onagenda

    The proposal ts

    in with the Woodend

    Structure Plan

    - Rory Costelloe

    we need the assistance of state and

    federal governments to inject funding

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    Sunburys Carole Simpson is raising her cup for charity as she prepares to host her fth annual

    Biggest Morning Tea fund-raiser this Sunday. Ms Simpson, pictured with volunteer Judy Unwin and

    Reverend Peter Cannon, is one of many Sunbury residents who has put the kettle on to help the

    Cancer Council Victoria raise vital funds for cancer prevention, research and support services. Last

    year, 126 hosts in Hume raised more than $61,470 to help beat cancer. The morning tea will be

    held on June 15, at St Andrews Uniting Church, Sunbury, from 10.30-11.30am, but hosts can hold

    an event any time and anywhere this year. To register, visit www.biggestmorningtea.com.au.

    (Joe M

    astro

    ianni)

    Fund-raiser suits them to a tea

    By Angela Valente

    A proposal by Villawood Properties

    to subdivide Davies Hill in Woodend

    could still become a reality a er

    changes were made to the scale of the

    proposed development in response to

    community concerns.

    e developers

    say the

    new

    proposal could be considered as in- ll

    development and would t with the

    Woodend Structure Plan.

    Villawood Properties

    executive

    director Rory Costelloe said the revised

    proposal was for an environmentally

    responsive low-density development.

    e proposal ts in with the

    Woodend Structure Plan by addressing

    all of the site-responsive issues that have

    been identi ed and by ensuring the

    town will not be overwhelmed by an

    intensive urban development, he said.

    All of the neighbourhood character

    concerns of the community have

    been addressed via a series of binding

    development commitments.

    e revised proposal includes a

    reduction from the 300-lot subdivision

    submitted to the council in 2012 to a

    In 2009, Villawood made a request

    Mesh Planning, for Villawood, and the

    council, at which the revised proposal

    for Davies Hill was discussed before the

    Woodend Structure Plan was adopted

    by the council.

    e plan was due to be adopted last

    month by the council, but it was delayed

    a er Cr John Letchford submitted a

    recission motion. He retracted the

    motion on Wednesday.

    An amendment to the councils

    planning scheme would be made to

    implement the structure plan. While not

    all planning scheme amendments go to

    a panel, it is likely that an amendment of

    this nature would.

    Woodend resident

    John Shaw

    questioned why the council would

    consider any proposal outside the town

    boundary set out in the structure plan.

    I nd it di cult to see how a

    Villawood proposal could be entertained

    now that the council has adopted the

    Woodend Structure Plan, he said.

    Macedon Ranges

    Council chief

    executive o cer Peter Johnston said

    the structure plan nominated three

    potential areas

    to accommodate

    medium- and long-term population

    growth in case future supply within

    the town boundaries proved to be

    insu cient. rough all our structure

    plans, council ensures there are a

    range options to accommodate future

    population growth in response to

    community need or wishes, he said.

    Hill plan

    back onagenda

    The proposal ts

    in with the Woodend

    Structure Plan

    - Rory Costelloe

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    South Sudan-born Nyibany Mayom Tulba is making waves in the global fashion industry . The Point

    Cook designer, who owns a fashion boutique in her home country, will travel to Alice Springs later

    this month to take part in an indigenous and African fashion show, before returning to Melbourne for

    Spring Fashion Week. Full story: page 28

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    Runway projects take ight

    By Xavier Smerdon

    A new $28 million building at Werribee

    Mercy Hospital is in danger of closing

    just four months a er it opened because

    of federal and state budget pressures.

    e Catherine McAuley Centre is a

    rehabilitation and geriatric medicine

    complex built to cater for patients in

    Melbournes west who are recovering

    from surgery or serious injury.

    e two-storey building, opened in

    February, o ers an in-patient ward with

    30 multi-day beds, eight two-bed rooms

    and 14 single-bed rooms.

    It also includes a gymnasium, meeting

    rooms, sta rooms and o ces on the

    ground oor.

    But Lalor MP Joanne Ryan said

    funding cuts to Mercy Health, which

    runs the hospital, could close the new

    sub-acute and rehab facility.

    Mercy Health executive director

    of health services Dr Linda Mellors

    con rmed that federal funding for

    sub-acute services in the new building

    would end on June 30.

    Were now waiting on our budget for

    the next nancial year, she said.

    e rehabilitation and geriatric

    evaluation and management beds have

    been full almost since we opened.

    ese services were desperately

    needed and Im certain the community

    would be disadvantaged if they were no

    longer available.

    Ms Ryan said Mercy Health had been

    hit with funding cuts of $29.4 million

    over the next four years.

    Mercy Health in Werribee has

    well-trained and dedicated sta ; some

    of the top experts in Victoria choose to

    work at this service, Ms Ryan said.

    But this makes their task so much

    harder. Not only is there no new money

    to fund for growth, it cuts expected

    operation funding. is will have an

    immediate impact.

    is funding cut has the potential to

    put the brand new sub-acute and rehab

    facility under threat of closure.

    A spokesman for federal Health

    Minister Peter Dutton said health

    funding to Victoria would rise from

    $3.46 billion in 2013-14 to $4.69 billion

    by 2017-18.

    In regards to sub-acute beds, Ms

    Ryan knows full well that was a one-o

    funding arrangement, like many other

    programs provided to the states, the

    spokesman said.

    Ms Ryan should explain why shes

    attempting to mislead her constituents

    and why Labor didnt make any funding

    available in their forward estimates.

    But Ms Ryan said that when

    compared to Labors last budget, the

    Abbott government

    was investing

    $3.2 billion less for public hospitals and

    Wyndham residents could not a ord to

    see health services go backwards.

    Peter Dutton has very limited under-

    standing about the health needs of this

    community, she said.

    Were a high-growth area that

    requires further investment, not cuts.

    Star Weekly revealed in May that

    Werribee Mercy had missed out on

    $85 million requested from the state

    government for new operating theatres,

    an in-patient unit, central sterile supply

    department, and eight critical-care beds.

    Cash cut

    may shut

    new ward We need further

    investment, not cuts

    - Joanne Ryan

    EXCLUSIVE

    Babys legacy behind mums runBy Goya Dmytryshchak

    A Seabrook woman whose daughter died in utero last July is helping other mums of angels by raising money for a charity close to her heart. Katherine Currie and her husband Steve will take part in next months Run Melbourne event in honour of their girl, Melinda.

    In 2011, they lost their son, Jonathon Fulton, at 18 weeks gestation. Ms Currie said it took courage to fall pregnant again, which she did in October, 2012. It was a stressful pregnancy constant nausea and fear but Melinda grew perfectly and we were very excited for her arrival, with induction booked for July 26, 2013, Ms Currie said.

    However, on July 17 she woke and didnt feel any movement in her womb.

    We rushed to Werribee Mercy Hospital, where it was confirmed she had died. I couldnt believe it had happened again. I was induced that day and Melinda Grace Currie arrived silently at 8.45 that night.

    I may be biased, but she was the most beautiful baby I had ever laid eyes on on par with our first-born daughter, Elianna.

    Melindas death was caused by the umbilical cord being wrapped tightly around her neck and body.

    The following weekend, Run Melbourne was on. Ms Currie watched the runners and decided to join them the following year in honour of Melinda.

    Three weeks later she started training.Running became a release for me, an

    opportunity to rebuild my body and my strength. In a way it helped me battle the feelings of failure and betrayal I felt about my body where my baby had died on my watch.

    I was determined that Melinda would

    leave a legacy of strength and inspiration, not breakdown.

    Part of Melindas legacy is a program at Werribee Mercy Hospital where brothers and sister of babies who have died receive a soft toy to cuddle and love.

    To continue Melindas positive impact in the world, Ms Currie and her husband will support the charity Rivers Gift, which raises money for SIDS research and awareness, was established in 2011 by a couple who lost their four-month-old son, River Jak Adam.

    After meeting Rivers mum, Alexandra, in my online support group for mums of angels, I was so inspired by her and her husband Karls determination to build an amazing

    legacy in their sons name, Ms Currie said. The loss of babies to stillbirth or SIDS is

    such a taboo subject in society at large and as a result we can often feel isolated and ostracised, but through fund-raising events such as this we are given a platform to share our stories and honour our babies memories.

    Ms Currie and her husband are also embarking to raise $4000 for a cold cuddle cot to be donated in Melindas memory to Werribee Mercy Hospital. The cots allow families to spend time with their stillborn or babies who othwerwise died.

    In July 27s Run Melbourne, people can enter a 5-kilometre run/walk, 10-kilometre run or half-marathon.

    Sponsor Ms Currie at runmelbourne2014.everydayhero.com/au/butterfly-believers

    She was the most beautiful baby I had ever laid eyes on - Katherine Currie

    KATHERINE CuRRIE ANd ELIANNA (Way

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    If good things come in small packages then this detached two-bedroom Edwardian house runs true to form.

    A small, manicured front yard complements its quaint weatherboard facade which has a green corrugated-iron awning, porch fretwork and lathed timber posts.

    Entry into the hallway through a leadlight front door reveals polished floorboards and fretwork, a crisp white decor palette and high ceilings with stepped cornices.

    The main bedroom (with robe) on the right sets the scene for this renovated house with its original cast-iron-and-mahogany fireplace and mantelpiece.

    The second bedroom is slightly smaller and also has a built-in wardrobe. The laundry and a small bathroom with timber vanity unit and corner shower is also at the rear and there is a separate toilet. The laundry and a small bathroom with timber vanity unit and corner shower is also at the rear and the toilet is separate.

    At the end of the hallway, a spacious living room introduces a second cast-iron-and-mahogany fireplace and mantelpiece.

    To the rear is a kitchen with timber cabinetry, benchtops and breakfast bar, a Bosch dishwasher and free-standing cooker.

    A white, timber-lined ceiling with a skylight above the kitchen brightens up

    the entire adjoining meals area; this opens through a sliding door to a sheltered deck with views of an established courtyard garden lush, leafy and low-maintenance.

    The private courtyard provides great surrounds for relaxed evening entertainment in the warmer months, and a small shed gives extra storage for those bulky items you cant get rid of.

    Hydronic heating enhances the impact of the homes modernization and its location puts The Strand, Greenwich Reserve and the best elements of both Newport and Williamstown within easy reach.

    Esther Lauaki

    Greg Hocking Elly Partners Williamstown: 8387 0000 Price: $600,000$660,000 (expected) Auction: Saturday July 12 at 12.30pm

    NEWPORT 57 Peel Street, 3015

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  • 18 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY \ JULY 2, 2014

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    A 2 B 1 C 1Auction Saturday 12th July 11.00 amPrice Guide $400,000-$420,000Office 320 Barkly Street, Footscray.

    9689 8388Contact Darren Dean 0438 550 055

    Rob Sarosi 0438 373 562

    In The Heart Of The Footscray CBD, AllegroApartments - One of The Choices!! Enormous light filled apartment on level 1 Humongous bedroom more than 2 squares Further bedroom - study nook, kitchen &dining

    Living room with spacious balcony fitted bathroom, secure u/c carpark Take advantage of the metamorphosis

    Footscray 107/250 Barkly StreetA 3 B 2 C 2 DAuction Saturday 12th July 11.00amPrice Guide $510,000-$550,000Inspect Saturday 10.30 - 11.00Office 33 Anderson Street, Yarraville.

    9687 8388Contact Dean Johnson 0414 397 163

    Wayne Rogers 0411 854 094

    Enormous As New Three BedroomTownhouse Featuring A Double GarageAnd Set In This Small Three Unit Complex Good sized bedrooms with W.I.R, B.I.R ensuite Large study or formal living or 4th bedroom Oversized living room opening out to yard Host kitchen, breakfast bar and pantry Laundry, 3 bathrooms & ample storage 5 split systems, dishwasher & alarm

    West Footscray 2/24 Beaumont Parade

    A 3 B 1 C 2Auction Saturday 12th July 12.00Price Guide $650,000-$690,000Inspect Saturday 11.00 - 11.30Office 320 Barkly Street, Footscray.

    9689 8388Contact Darren Dean 0438 550 055

    Rob Sarosi 0438 373 562

    The Best of Both Worlds - Prize CornerAllotment Offering Town Planning PermitIssued For Second Residence in Side Yard Comfortable double front residence Principal rooms residence with 2/3 bedrooms Kitchen with island bench and tiled bathroom Ideal home to occupy/extend in due course Alternatively this property offers approval fora two storey dwelling in side yard

    Footscray 7 Essex StreetA 1 B 1 C 1Auction Saturday 12th July 1.00Price Guide $285,000-$305,000Inspect Saturday 2.45 - 3.15Office 320 Barkly Street, Footscray.

    9689 8388Contact Lee Marks 0400 997 755

    Darren Dean 0438 550 055

    Neat Elegant and Exclusive - This DesignerMaster Piece Offers Impressive Proportionsand Quintessential Luxury One large bedroom with BIR and study Modern kitchen with open plan living/dining Central bathroom/laundry Recently painted and parquetry flooring Undercover car spot and lock up storage Low body corp fees & intercom security

    Footscray 15/11 Nicholson Street

    A 3 B 2 C 1Auction Saturday 19th July 12.00pmPrice Guide $460,000 - $490,000Inspect Saturday 1.30 - 2.00Office 320 Barkly Street, Footscray.

    9689 8388Contact Simon Eighteen 0411 472 608

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    All The Mod-Cons with this BrilliantlyOptimised Townhome!! An ostensibly maintenance free lifestyle Three generous bedrooms all with B.I.Rs,master with ensuite

    A further full bathroom (bath)upstairs Sumptuous kitchen with open plan living/dining

    O/looking a very private - north easterly

    Maidstone 1/28 Thomson StreetA 3 B 1 C 0Auction Saturday 19th July 1.00pmPrice Guide $400,000 - $440,000Inspect Saturday 10.00 - 10.30amOffice 320 Barkly Street, Footscray.

    9687 8388Contact Lee Marks 0400 997 755

    Darren Dean 0438 055 550

    Affordable 3 Bedroom EdwardianResidence Maintaining Lovely PeriodFeatures Throughout Situated within a short stroll of West Footscraystation

    All bedrooms are of a good size Long entrance hall with polished floorboards Comfortable lounge with gas heating Galley style kitchen

    Footscray 63 Liverpool Street

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    Auction Saturday, 19 July 11:00 AM(unless sold prior)

    Price Guide $650,000 PlusInspect Sat 11.45-12.15 Sun 11.45-12.15Office 1 Douglas Pde, Williamstown.

    9399 9111Contact Ben Watson 0414 397 167

    Dean Stanley 0403 372 922

    A well loved home & a large block! A 3 B 2 C 3Williamstown 126 Kororoit Creek Rd

    Land 10.19m x 48.77m (500m2) approx with front driveway & rear lane Large front living room plus second lounge at rear Spacious kitchen with electric cooking and generous dining space 3 double bedrooms & 2 bathrooms 2 reverse cycle split systems & 2 gas heaters Potential for redevelopment subject to council approval Land 10.19m x 48.77m (500m2) with front driveway & rear lane

    For SalePrice Guide $1,500,000-$1,600,000Inspect Sat 11.45am-12.15pm Sun 2.00pm-2.30pmOffice 461 Melbourne Road, Newport. 991 9511Contact Peter Fox 0418 119 911 Wayne Sweeney 0410 697 398

    Stunning waterfront contemporary townhouse offering a luxury lifestyleNewport 3/94 The Strand Built in 2007 & offering approx. 24 squares Remote security front gate entrance Downstairs: Open plan living / dining area Large gourmet kitchen / family room area 3 bedrooms (main WIR & ensuite) Rear yard area ideal for entertaining Secure underground parking for 2 cars

    A 3 B 2 C 2

    Auction Saturday, 19 July 12:00 PM (unless sold prior)Price Guide $700,000 - $750,000Inspect Sat 11.00am-11.30am Sun 12.30m-1.00pmOffice 1 Douglas Pde, Williamstown. 9399 9111Contact Ben Watson 0414 397 167 Dean Stanley 0403 372 922

    An immaculate Home & A Convenient Location!Williamstown 7 Rennie Street 2 bedrooms with large BIR Large front formal lounge with split system & plenty of natural light Open plan living & dining room features stunning kitchen Kitchen with stone benches, glass s/backs & d/washer Secure car parking plus drive way & low maintenance gardens Polished timber floors & 2 x split systems Located in the heart of town, walk to station, shops, parks & schools

    A 2 B 1 C 2

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    Private Sale$570,000-$620,000InspectSat 12-12:30pmOffice54 Pier Street, Altona. 9398 3799ContactJulie Burt 0410 553 517Barry Seignior 0425 850 607

    Altona 1/6 Railway Street SouthImpressive towhnouse Two living areas for formal and casual living. Fantastic modern kitchen with ample cupboards. Large timber deck entertaining area with two sails. Master with ensuite, sitting area & balcony. Duct heat, evap cool & polished floor boards. Walking to Altona Beach and Seaholme Station.

    A 3 B 1 C 1

    Private Sale$585-$620,000InspectSat 1-1:30pmOfficeShop 5, 73 Point Cook Rd, Seabrook. 9360 9399ContactBarry Seignior 0425 850 607Anthony Kent 0425 850 610

    Point Cook 14 Bribie WayStunning, Modern Family Residence Impressive four bedroom family home with study Gourmet kitchen with butlers pantry Spacious family/meals with views to rear yard Home theatre room to enjoy family movie nights Oversized double garage with rear roller door Ducted heating, evaporative cooling, solar panels Minutes walk to bus stop, Alamanda College

    A 4 B 2 C 2 DPrivate Sale$390,000-$430,000InspectSat 11:00-11:30amOfficeShop 5, 73 Point Cook Rd, Seabrook. 9360 9399ContactJodie Lindemann 0425 850 606Anthony Kent 0425 850 610

    Seabrook 150 Shane AvenueSpacious home with character & potential Huge lounge with timber blinds & gas heating Open plan timber kitchen with spacious dining 2nd living area with fire place & parquetry floors Spacious dble carport with access to rear yard Loads of off street parking for cars/boats/trailers Easy walk to Seabrook Primary School

    A 3 B 2 C 2

    NEW LISTING

    Private Sale$358,000-$420,000InspectSat 2-2:30PMOfficeShop 5, 73 Point Cook Road, Seabrook. 9360 9399ContactJulie Burt 0410 553 517Barry Seignior 0425 850 607

    Point Cook 5 Dalkeith DriveIdeal first home or investment. In one of Point Cooks most sought after estates. Close to Sanctuary Lakes Shops & schools. Modern kitchen with plenty of storage & benches. 3 generous bedrooms, semi ensuite, duct heating. Double garage with rear access & large rear yard. Auction terms: 10% deposit, 30 days settlement.

    A 3 B 1 C 2

    Private Sale$450,000-$480,000InspectSat 12-12:30pmOfficeShop 5, 73 Point Cook Rd, Seabrook. 9360 9355ContactJodie Lindemann 0425 850 603Anthony Kent 0425 850 610

    Point Cook 89 Middle Park DriveLooking for low maintenance living Exceptionally designed with spacious open living 3 generous bedrooms + study Stunning kitchen with ample storage Master bedroom (WIR), ensuite & dual vanity Central heating, evap cooling throughout Located in prestigious Sanctuary Lakes Estate

    A 3 B 2 C 2 D

    RECORD SALESFOR THE MONTHS OFMarch, April, May 2014

    WITH BUYERS WAITING!If you want a sticker on your property callSOLD

    ALTONA 9398 3799 POINT COOK 9360 9399

    Open FOr InspectIOn saturday 5/7/201410:00-10:30am1/11 Richards Court Brooklyn $495-$530,000

    11:00-11:30am14 Findon Court Point Cook $580-$610,00033 Fenfield Street Altona $630-$670,00015 Parkside Crescent Altona $595-$650,000

    12-12:30pm17A Shane Avenue Seabrook $370-$399,00013 Obrien Court Altona Meadows $400-$440,000

    1:00-1:30pm5 Correa Street Altona $795-$860,00017 Vicky Court Point Cook $375-$400,00017 Villiers Drive Point Cook $480-$530,000

    2:00-2:30pm35 Roser Drive Altona Meadows $320-$350,00014 Lynch Court Altona Meadows $395-$440,000

    3:00-3:30pm8 South Shore Avenue Sanctuary Lakes Contact Agent1B Knightsbridge Avenue Altona Meadows $320-$335,000

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    49 Irving Street, [email protected] www.burnham.com.au

    94 Charles Street, [email protected]

    9689 9000

    273 Barkly Street, [email protected]

    9687 1344

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    Footscray 9687 1344Seddon 9689 9000www.burnham.com.au

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    SOLDWest Footscray 14 Waiora Parade Kingsville 110 Coronation Street

    West Footscray 48 Napoleon Street Footscray 6/12 Eleanor Street Footscray 10/36 Empire Street

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  • 22 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY \ JULY 2, 2014

    ELLY PARTNERS

    Williamstown 8387 0000 Yarraville 8387 0011 greghocking.com.au

    Williamstown 168 Ferguson StreetAffordable shop and dwelling in high profile Williamstown location

    - Land area: 147sqm approx with 5.7m frontage to Ferguson St

    - Building area 200sqm approx comprising ground floor retail together with 2/3 bedroom dwelling

    - Zoned commercial 1

    - Existing Lease expires 16th July 2014 providing an ideal opportunity for investors / owner occupiers & developers

    - Close proximity to Williamstown North train station and Williamstowns core retail precinct

    BER $680,000 - $750,000---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Saturday 12th July at 1.30pm---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wayne Elly 0410 305 305James Gregson 0421 516 480

  • 23 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY \ JULY 2, 2014

    ELLY PARTNERS

    Williamstown 8387 0000 Yarraville 8387 0011 greghocking.com.au

    A Home That Does Family With Flair

    Highly sought after surroundings close to Mason Street shops, Newport Lakes Park, primary and secondary schools complement the exceptional family credentials of this inviting, impressively renovated home. Hydronic heating, period ceilings and polished floors reflect the skill and success with which post war origins and contemporary elements have been combined throughout a floor-plan that features a generous living area with bi-fold doors to a welcoming deck and landscaped rear garden. The central dining area and Caesar-stone kitchen add further appeal to a home offering up to four bedrooms, or three bedrooms and a second living zone if so preferred, served by two stylish bathrooms. Convenient carport puts the finishing to a fine family address.

    Newport59 Agg Street

    BER $720,000 - $790,000--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 12th Jul at 1.30pm--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Saturday 1.30 - 2.00pm--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447Wayne Elly 0410 305 305--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web 59aggstreetnewport.com.au

    4 2 1

    A Superb Match Of Scope And Setting

    A Newport pocket of huge demand and desirability enhances the appeal - and the potential - of this post war classic. Never previously offered, in the same hands since it was built, its three bedroom floor-plan currently includes a generous living room featuring gas heating, a central dining room and a separate kitchen where ample meals area and traditional cabinetry reflect the personality of well maintained proportions. Outside, tempting options for updating and extending, STCA, are complemented by north facing rear aspects in an address that surrounds itself with Mason Street shops, Newport Lakes Park, primary and secondary schools. Side drive parking and lock up garage complete a picture of originality - and an example of opportunity.

    Newport84 Anderson Street

    BER $600,000 - $660,000--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 12th Jul at 11.30am--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Saturday 12.45 - 1.15pm--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447Wayne Elly 0410 305 305--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web 84andersonstreetnewport.com.au

    3 1 2

  • 24 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY \ JULY 2, 2014

    Williamstown 8387 0000 Yarraville 8387 0011 greghocking.com.au

    ELLY PARTNERS

    When The Right Opportunity Arrives

    Sitting on approx. 500m2 with ROW this property has outstanding potential to renovate or redevelop STCA. Comprising 3 bedrooms, central bathroom, kitchen/meals area, lounge room, undercover entertaining area plus OSP.

    BER $500,000 - $550,000----------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 19th Jul at 12.30pm----------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Saturday 12.00 - 12.30pm----------------------------------------------------------------------------Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447Wayne Elly 0410 305 305----------------------------------------------------------------------------Web 63blackshawsroadnewport.com.au

    Newport 63 Blackshaws Road

    3 1 2 Modern Easy Living

    This well designed spacious residence comprises open plan living/dining area, kitchen with stone bench tops & SS appliances, 2 bedrooms with BIRs, central bathroom and paved courtyard. Reverse cycle A/C, alarm system & remote garage.

    BER $420,000 - $460,000----------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 12th Jul at 12.30pm----------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Saturday 11.15 - 11.45am----------------------------------------------------------------------------Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447Wayne Elly 0410 305 305----------------------------------------------------------------------------Web 1dsaltleystreetsouthkingsville.com.au

    South Kingsville 1D Saltley Street

    2 1 2

    104 Somerville Road Yarraville Ph 9316 90001/66 Douglas Parade Williamstown Ph 9393 1600www.jasstephens.com.au

    ALTONA NORTH12 BEGONIA AVENUESize Always Has Status 4 42

    ______________________________________Auction Saturday 12th July at 11.00am______________________________________Mel Ref 55 C1

    Price Guide $550,000 - $590,000

    Inspect Saturday 1:15 - 1:45pm

    Sunday 12:45 - 1:15pm

    Contact Tate Moore 0421 731 706

    Mark Hutcheson 0448 820 445

    The size and style of this four bedroom, two bathroom family home make a memorable impression and ensure modern comfort complements a quiet, convenient location close to Altona Gate shopping, schools and Newport Lakes Park. A bright formal lounge, huge central kitchen/meals and massive family room/dining with a flair for entertaining lead to a deep rear verandah, flood-lit garden and under-cover side drive that concludes with work-shop/storage. Ducted heating and cooling.

    ELLY PARTNERS

    Williamstown 8387 0000 Yarraville 8387 0011 greghocking.com.au

    Premium Position

    A highly sought after street that concludes with direct access to Cruickshank Park complements the potential offered by this previously re-modeled Edwardian residence. Options for renovating are apparent STCA, throughout this 4 bedroom home with central living room, separate dining area & galley kitchen.

    BER $500,000 - $550,000----------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 12th Jul at 3.30pm----------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Saturday 12.00 - 12.30pm----------------------------------------------------------------------------Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986Wayne Elly 0410 305 305----------------------------------------------------------------------------Web 41freemanstreetyarraville.com.au

    Yarraville 41 Freeman Street

    4 1 2

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    273 Hampshire RoadSunshine93117022

    www.stockdaleleggo.com.au/sunshine

    20Wilson StreetBraybrookPure Potential In A Brilliant Location! 3 bedrooms plus study Lounge room Kitchen/meals area Central bathroom Single garage Currently leased approx$16,200 p.a Development opportunity (STCA)

    Auction Saturday 5th July at 12 noonInspect Saturday 11.30 - 12.00pmAgent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097MapRef 41 B1

    2/19Murray Street SunshineWestCalling All Unit Buyers! Generous sized bedrooms with BIRs Spacious lounge roomwith gas heater Neatkitchen/meals area Bright quality bathroom Lock-up garage Lowmaintenance living Close to shops, schools & public transport

    For SaleInspect Saturday 10.45 - 11.15amAgent David Falcone 0413 116 717MapRef 40 B1

    1/19Murray Street SunshineWestAffordable Dream! 3 spacious bedrooms Comfortable loungeroom Neat kitchen adjoining meals area Bright central bathroom Brick garage Lowmaintenance living Close to shops, schools &public transport

    For SaleInspect Saturday 10.45 - 11.15amAgent David Falcone 0413 116 717MapRef 40 B1

    3 Lancaster Street SunshineNorthRenovated Brick Veneer/Brilliant Location! 3 comfortable bedrooms Sun-filled loungeroom Updated kitchen Separate dining room Bright appealing bathroom Beautiful pergolaarea with timber decking Huge steel garage

    Auction Saturday 5th July at 2.00pmInspect Saturday 1.30 - 2.00pmAgent David Falcone 0413 116 717MapRef 26 K8

    39 Ridgeway Parade SunshineWestThe Perfect Start! 3 bedrooms Lounge room kitchen/mealsarea Separate dining room Sunroom/workshop area Central bathroom Carport &large brick garage Lowmaintenance living

    For SaleInspect Saturday 10.00 - 10.30amAgent David Falcone 0413 116 717MapRef 26 A12, C12

    1,2 & 3/15Widnes CourtDeerParkAttention All Developers and Builders Multi Unit Development Site With BuildingPermits ready to go Total area 1615m.sq with3 titles Current rental income Potential tocreate more titles Unlimited options

    Auction Saturday 19th July at 2.00pmInspect Saturday 11.00 - 11.30amAgent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097MapRef 25 D5

    18 Pinaroo Avenue SunshineWestA Home To Enjoy 3 good sized bedrooms Large lounge room Appealing kitchen with meals area Brightcentral bathroom Close to all Sunshine hasto offer

    For SaleInspect Saturday 10.45 - 11.15amAgent Sang Do 0419 935 955MapRef 40 D3

    113 Glengala Road SunshineWestPrized Location/Development Potential!2 or 3 bedrooms Lounge room Neatkitchen/meals area Family room centralbathroom Single garage Large allotmentapprox 697m2 Development opportunity,keeping the existing front home (STCA)

    For SaleInspect Saturday 2.45 - 3.15pmAgent David Falcone 0413 116 717MapRef 40 D1

    41 GreshamWay SunshineWestFor The Large Family! Four spacious bedrooms Master bedroomwith full ensuite Lounge room kitchen withmeals area Large sized family room Garage& huge undercover pergola area

    For SaleInspect Saturday 10.45 - 11.15amAgent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097MapRef 40 A4

    24 Glinden AvenueArdeerTime To Stop Looking! 3 large bedrooms Lounge room Upgradedkitchen with meals area Central bathroom Large garage & carport

    For SaleInspect Saturday 10.00 - 10.30amAgent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097MapRef 26 A9

    13D Rockbank RoadArdeerUltra Modern Living! Three bedrooms Main bedroomwith ensuite Sensational open plan living and kitchen Lounge room Single garage

    For SaleInspect Saturday 12.45 - 1.15pmAgent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097MapRef 26 A 10

    24 Romsey Avenue SunshineNorthAttention All Developers & Builders 3 large bedrooms Lounge room Kitchen with meals area Currently rentedat approx $15,600 p.a Council approved townplanning permit for 4 dwellings (2 townhouses &2 single storey units)

    Auction Saturday 12th July at 2.00pmInspect Saturday 3.30 -4.00pmAgent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097MapRef 26 G7

    12 Nurla Court SunshineWestHard To Find! 3 spacious bedrooms Lounge room Appealing Tasmanian oak timber kitchen Meals area Bright updated bathroom Carport & brick garage Large allotmentapprox 614m2

    For SaleInspect Saturday 3.30 - 4.00pmAgent David Falcone 0413 116 717MapRef 40 E3

    70 Clayton Street SunshineNorthCorner Allotment/Four Bedroom Home! 4 bedrooms Sun-filled lounge room Separate dining room Upgraded kitchen withmeals area Central bathroom Workshop withsecond kitchen & pergola area Single garage

    For SaleInspect Saturday 2.45 - 3.15pmAgent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097MapRef 26 F7

    3 Jowett Avenue SunshineWestAttn: All Developers, Investors & Builders 3 generous sized bedrooms Lounge room kitchen with meals area Bright centralbathroom Large under cover pergola area withkitchen 1 bedroom bungalow and two gardensheds

    For SaleInspect By AppointmentAgent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097MapRef 40 D4

    3 Hassett Street SunshineNorthUnlimited Potential/Large 727m2 Allotment Large bedrooms Sun-filled lounge room Neat kitchen adjoining meals area Steelgarage & pergola Development opportunity(STCA) Close to shops, schools & publictransport

    For SaleInspect Saturday 2.45 - 3.15pmAgent Sang Do 0419 935 955MapRef 26 H8

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    CENTURY 21 GUNN & CO.PH: 9397 555549 Fergusson Street, Williamstowncentury21.com.au/williamstown GUNN & CO

    SMARTER. BOLDER. FASTER.

    WilliamstoWn 7 College streetIf you are looking for a great propertywithin walking distance to the DouglasParade & Ferguson Street shopping stripin central Williamstown, well here it is ! Awell-presented 2 bedroom house featuringan open plan kitchen, dining & living areawith polished floorboards, fantastic highceilings with a country style kitchen.Features inc: gas heating, air-conditioner,period bathroom including claw foot bath,carport and private rear yard. This is alimited chance to secure this affordablebrilliantly located stand alone brick home,set amongst the period homes in the heartof Williamstown.

    PRiCE $600,000 - $650,000auCtion Saturday 5th July at 12:30PMViEW Thursday 5:30 - 6:00PM Saturday 12:00 -

    12:30PMagEnt Anthony Gunn 0409 377 449

    2A1B1 C

    AUCTION THIS SAT

    Newport 2/11 Maddox roadKiss goodbye the never ending choresassociated with older homes and move in tothis fantastic 3 bedroom town-house. Witha spacious floor plan and quality fixtures& fittings throughout. Comprising: Openplan Kitchen & dining, separate formallounge room, 2 separate W.Cs, 3 BRs (allwith B.I.Rs) & 2 Bathrooms. A convenientlocation central to the Newport train station,shopping, schools & Newport Lakes reserve.

    prICe $590,000 - $620,000VIew Saturday 1:30PM - 2:00PMAgeNt Anthony Gunn 0409 377 449

    Kevin Gunn 0418 997 914

    3A2B1 C

    PRIVATE SALE WilliamstoWn 23 sandpiper PlaceHere is an opportunity to purchase astunning waterfront property in an area thatrarely offers Homes of this quality for sale.With a great Floor plan and specificationover three levels, this four bedroom andthree bathroom home offers the followingfeatures; Open Plan living with magnificentuninterrupted 180 degree bayside views.Designer kitchen with European appliancesinc dishwasher. Top floor master bedroomwith Walk in Robe and luxury Ensuite. HomeTheatre room. Home Office. Heating andcooling. Heated Pool and Spa. Electricoperated E screens to Living, Dining andSunroom. Spectacular entry, featuring opentread timber spiral Stairs. Remote controlleddouble garage for two cars, with parking atthe rear for three cars.

    ViEW SOLD $1,925,000agEnt Kevin Gunn 0418 997 914

    4A3B2 C

    SOLD

    WilliamstoWn 3/1a Park CrescentIdeally located in a quiet street at the rearof this block of 3, this single level home isready now for its next owner occupier orinvestor.Move in and start enjoying the benefitsthis property and location have to offer orpurchase for a sound investment. Propertycomprises of 3 double bedrooms withrobes, master with WIR and en suite, openplan kitchen, dining & living, S/S appliances,main bathroom, laundry, lock up garage andgenerous low maintenance yard.Schools, shops, public transport includingtrain station are all nearby making thisproperty a great buy!

    PRiCE $700,000 - $750,000auCtion Saturday 5th July at 1.30pmViEW By AppointmentagEnt Ricky Peacock 0407 770 451

    3A2B1 C

    SOLD PRIOR

    TO AUCTION

    WilliamstoWn 107/5-11 Cole stTrendy apartment living in the heart ofWilliamstowns favoured restaurant district.Comprises of 2 Bedrooms with BIRs.Separate stunning Bathroom. Open PlanKitchen with stone & S.Steel bench & Meals& Lounge room. Private Balcony & PrivateCourtyard. Security Entrance. Car Space ontitle. Dishwasher & Euro Laundry.With all the wonderful Bars and Restaurantsat your doorstop the entertainment optionsare endless.

    PRiCE $525,000ViEW Saturday 10:15 - 10:45AMagEnt Anthony Gunn 0409 377 449

    2A1B1 C

    PRIVATE SALE

    WilliamstoWn 14/58 aitken streetThis superb cosmopolitan location is right inthe heart of Williamstown and only a shortstroll to the thriving Nelson Place & Stranddistrict. Features inc. 2 bedrooms upstairs,open plan kitchen, dining & lounge area,high ceilings, lock up garage plus extra offstreet car park with its own street frontage,private courtyards to the front and rear.Situated close to the North Williamstowntrain station, shops and a leisurely strollto the beach. A great location & lowmaintenance living to match.

    PRiCE $550,000 - $580,000auCtion Saturday 19th July at 11:30amViEW Saturday 3:00 - 3:30PMagEnt Anthony Gunn 0409 377 449

    2A1B1 C

    AUCTIONAltonA 161 Queen StreetNestled just back from the Esplanade, thisfantastic architecturally designed homeoffers stylish living, with bay views from theupper bedroom. Comprising: Lounge withpolished floor boards, designer kitchenwith separate dining & family room, largebedrooms, master on the 3rd level withensuite, balcony and bay views. Bathroom,powder room and Euro laundry, lock upgarage and private yard.

    PRICE $750,000 - $775,000AuCtIon Saturday 12th July at 1:30PMVIEW Saturday 10:45 - 11:15AMAgEnt Anthony Gunn 0409 377 449

    3A2B1 C

    AUCTION

    WilliamstoWn 18 lenore CresHerein lies a wonderful blank canvas withgreat potential for Development, Buildyour new home (STCA), or Renovate andsubstantially extend this original Periodhome to your taste. This large allotmenthas the space to extend into a substantialfamily residence. The choice is yours. Set ona wonderful deep allotment with a width toLenore Cres of 18.3m and a rear width 13m,a depth of 56.6m on the north side and 47mto the southern boundary. (654 m2 approx)The home comprises 2 Bedrooms, Lounge &Dining, Kitchen & Meals, Bathroom Laundry,2 storage rooms, one of which could beused as a 3rd bedroom and an enormousrear garden plus a number of storage sheds.

    PRiCE $1,100,000 - $1,150,000auCtion Saturday 2nd August 11:30AMViEW Saturday 1:30 - 2:00PMagEnt Anthony Gunn 0409 377 449

    3A1B0 C

    AUCTION

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    Williamstown 16/42-44 Verdon StreetMAGIcAL TRANSFORMATIONIf you are just starting out, downsizing your home or investing your hardearned, you can forget about compromising on quality or location to fit yourbudget.

    Nestled in one of Williamstowns premier leafy streets and convenientlylocated close to transport, shops and schools, youll find a beautifullyrenovated haven with floods of northern sunlight and a cheery gardenoutlook.

    Tastefully fitte