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WRONG WAYFootscray residents vow to continue their � ght against council plans for car parkaccess though their street■ PAGE 6
MARATHON EFFORTWilliamstown man goes the extra mile for a fund-raiser for “vulnerable and demonised” asylum seekers■ PAGE 10
SPORTNewport Rams continue their faith in young guns as they take aim at Victorian baseball’s big league■ PAGE 51
Proli� c Australian novelist Kerry Greenwood reveals her world of mysteries that have made her a global star■ INSIDE STORY, PAGE 11
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Williamstown skater Bailey Dyson, 11, is � ying high ahead of today’s heat of the Hobsons Bay skate/BMX scooter series at Newport Skate Park. The next heat will be at Laverton on January 15, followed by Altona Meadows on January 22. The top 10 point-scorers in each division will earn a ticket to the grand � nal to be held at Newport on April 16. Visit http://bit.ly/17PgDTp or call 9932 1000.
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Footscray Paint Spot once did a roaring trade in a paint colour oddly known as ‘Elephant’s Breath’.According to 60’s folklore, it was a name used by old-time employee Charlie Aldred when serving customers who could not describe the colour they wanted. “That’s probably elephant’s breath you’re after,” he would tell them.Much to the surprise of the Dobinson family owners, a colour by that name (a delicate pink) actually later came into existence, providing a good laugh.The story is possibly a measure of the industry infl uence the Dobinson family has wielded since opening the fi rst store in Paisley Street, Footscray, 100 years ago.Founded by painter Chris Dobinson, the business has been passed down through the generations, with the namesake great-great-grandson now at the helm of the paint store that boasts the largest range of paint brands in Melbourne.Dobinson’s Paint Spot remains one of the west’s longest operating family enterprises, attracting generations of families through the doors, explains present-day Chris Dobinson. “It’s amazing to think our family has been part of the Footscray retail landscape for so long,” Dobinson says. “It’s always been a success story, even prior to World War II when it was a small shop, with the family living upstairs.
“The business had a signifi cant upswing in the 1980s as people in the west began to renovate their homes and experiment with new colours. It was John Dobinson who saw the beginning of the trend on a visit to San Francisco, where people celebrated their ‘painted ladies’ – the city’s historic weatherboard buildings. Before the trend took off in Australia, it was either white or mission brown.”Nowadays, home decorating is big business, whether DIY or by tradesmen. A browse through Paint Spot will reveal a sometimes bewildering selection of paints, wood fi nishes, wallpaper and equipment.But, says Dobinson, customers needn’t feel daunted because his team of 14 has loads of know-how – and the patience to explain every choice and step on the way. In fact, that’s something that’s remained unchanged, as a newspaper story published in the 1960s affi rms: “Mrs Jones can take 20 minutes if she wishes to decide whether her kitchen chair should be painted pink or blue and one of the Dobinson boys will stand by, offering advice and suggestions. It’s the brothers’ policy…..” “That’s still true today,” Dobinson claims. “I believe our willingness to help and advise customers defi nes our always-personal service – it’s a family trait. Maybe it’s in the genes.”
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It all began in Footscray a century ago... today we’re Melbourne’s largest paint specialistsAbout us now… Paint Spot has the largest range of paints in Melbourne so customers are spoilt for choice, especially when it comes to making a DIY project a success.Each team member has loads of knowledge and experience so making decisions is hassle-free when it comes to choosing the right fi nish, the right equipment and the right product. All the crew are long-term employees who train in selected areas on a regular basis. Their claim is that it’s rare to come across a problem they can’t solve.The store has two colour consultants with a wealth of experience – Jill Johnson and Lyn Jones. Jill has a passion for colour which shows in her purple hair, and Lyn has been in the game for many years and can steer you right.The store has a price-match guarantee, which means that any advertised price in Melbourne will be matched on any stocked item.
Get the right productQuestion: Do you know what to use on ‘new’ timber to avoid waiting up to three months for it to weather?Answer: Yes, we do. Come in and fi nd out how. Don’t risk using the wrong fi nish on a deck. Footscray Paint Spot not only has a huge range of decking fi nishes, we have the staff who know how to prepare the timber and can advise how to ensure the best result possible.
Get the hang of itPaint Spot has a range of wallpaper to snazz up a room with an on-trend feature wall.
Wallpaper choices are highly individual but have a chat with one of our expert staff who can show you something classic, something cheeky, something retro or something that simply says ‘You’.All the accessories are available, including a wallpaper steamer, to make the job easier.
Equipment hireHire the best tool for the job• Spray gun (airless)Spray tip size matched to your paint. If required, extension pole and extra hose at no charge. We provide a personal demo for any fi rst-time users to make the job easier. Paint 100 metres of fence in two hours.• Diamond grinder for concreteThe perfect preparation for concrete fl oors to guarantee a long-lasting, trouble-free fi nish.
We have experts to guide you through all aspects of coating concrete fl oors – and it will save you thousands of dollars.• Timber fl oor sandingQuality advice, as well as how-to sheets to help you achieve a brilliant fi nish on timber fl oors.• Wallpaper steamerSave time and wall damage with our easy-to-use wallpaper steamer. We’ll show you how to get the best result with the least effort.• Water blaster 3000PsiA high-powered, petrol-driven water blaster is the perfect preparation for roofs, garage fl oors or decks. And don’t forget stubborn spring cleaning around the home. Double hose supplied free if needed.
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Around the BayHobsons Bay ward news
Cherry Lake Ward • Altona • Altona Meadows • Altona North • Brooklyn • SeaholmeApex Park plantingOver 100 native eucalypt trees have been planted along the recently installed pedestrian path in Apex Park and Doug Grant Reserve leading up to the Truganina Explosives Reserve. The trees were planted to create an ‘avenue’ effect and will beautify the area while eventually providing shade for path users and habitat for wildlife.
Rezoning of former school sitesThe Council will make a submission to the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development Surplus Land Rezoning Project Standing Advisory
Wetlands Ward • Altona Meadows • Laverton • SeabrookCrisis intervention serviceLaverton Community Integrated Services will provide crisis intervention services for residents of Hobsons Bay. Crisis intervention services are provided to vulnerable residents in urgent need of assistance with a range of issues that can be related to financial problems, gambling, mental health substance abuse and or assistance with benefits. It operates weekdays from 10.00am to 3.30pm across Hobsons Bay. Call 9369 4866.
Laverton Medical Services contractWestern Region Health Centre Limited
The Laverton Community Hub will now house a crisis intervention service and medical centre.
The new trees at Apex Park.
Strand Ward • Altona North • Newport • Spotswood • South Kingsville • Williamstown • Williamstown North Spotswood car parkingThe Council will refer $80,000 to the 2014-15 Budget to prepare a structure plan for car parking issues in Hudsons Road, Spotswood. The Council received a petition from Spotswood residents calling for a parking strategy for Hudsons Road and the resealing of the road east of the railway line. The lead petitioner will be advised of the Council’s decision.
Mike Carlton presentationWilliamstown Library will host renowned broadcaster and journalist Mike Carlton as he launches his new
Join Mike Carlton at Williamstown Library as he launches his new book.
has been awarded the lease for the medical facility at the new Laverton Community Hub. The facility will operate as a not-for-profit community health, general practice centre and medical clinic that will provide bulk
billing. The lease is for 15 years with an additional five-year option.
Victoria University partnershipThe Council will support Victoria University in developing a Community Integrated Learning Centre at Altona Meadows Library and Learning Centre. The project will increase local access to tertiary education and may include certificate courses through to diplomas, depending on the learning needs of the community. The Community Integrated Learning Centre will operate for three years. For details, call Thea Bates 1300 462 542.
book First Victory 1914 – detailing the bloody battle between the HMAS Sydney and the German Emden in the Indian Ocean. Listen to his presentation on Tuesday, 15th October at 2.00pm. To book, visit http://libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
Dog Day in Dog Town ‘Dog Day in Dog Town’ is a day to celebrate dogs and their owners. Be part of the fun on Sunday, 13th October from 10.00am to 4.00pm at Commonwealth Reserve, Nelson Place, Williamstown. There will be activities for the whole family, including rides, face painting, music in the rotunda, market stalls, dog competitions, dog games and take part in themed dog walks to get your dog active! The event is presented by the Williamstown Chamber of Commerce. For more information, visit http://visitwilliamstown.com.au/
Committee, which will consider proposals for rezoning land no longer required for school purposes. Of relevance to Cherry Lake Ward are Altona Gate Primary School, Altona West Primary School and Eastona Park Primary School.
Noordenne Avenue crossingTraffic counts and community engagement were undertaken by the Council relating to the need for, and probable usage of, a pedestrian and cyclist crossing on Millers Road, near Noordenne Avenue, Altona. Millers Road is an arterial road, maintained by VicRoads, and would require traffic lights to control pedestrians and cyclists crossing the road. The traffic and pedestrian counts taken by the Council did not meet the VicRoads criteria for traffic lights and therefore would not attract funding for installation at this time.
Cr Luba GrigorovitchDeputy Mayor 0427 553 494 lgrigorovitch@hobsonsbay. vic.gov.au http://lubag.com.au
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government ‘unconscionable’ in footscray market dealings
supreme court
� e state government has been found to be “unconscionable” in its dealings with fresh fruit and vegetable wholesalers and growers as they negotiate their move from Footscray to a new market site.
� e government, through the Melbourne Market Authority (MMA), has announced the Footscray market will close at the end of July next year, with the Epping market due to open in August.
Although there are fears that date has blown out to early 2015, stallholders were told they had to sign new leases or their market spaces would be opened for national tenders.
In a decision handed down in the Supreme Court of Victoria late last month, the way was cleared for stallholders, represented by
MMA, which presented stallholders with leasing contracts o� ering them smaller and inadequate selling and storage spaces at Epping at double the rent they had been paying at Footscray. � ey were o� ered less
security of tenure and no assurances that local road networks would be upgraded
in time to cope with an extra 4000 to 5000 trucks and cars every day.
� e court found that the MMA had tried to force stallholders to commit to new leases in order to
justify work it needed to undertake to complete the Epping market.
� e MMA also claimed the Epping move was in the interests of both the state and the Victorian public because the Footscray site had been earmarked to use as a works and assembly depot for
Fresh State, to not sign on to the government’s new lease conditions until details are agreed. � is would not jeopardise their chances of securing stalls once the move to Epping is � nally made.
Fresh Start chief executive John Roach, who operates at the Footscray market, described the unanimous decision by all three sitting judges as a “landmark”.
“When you’ve got three judges in agreement, that’s a huge win,” Mr Roach said. “For a government to be faced with a judgment of unconscionable conduct is not pretty.”
Costs were also awarded against the government.
Mr Roach said the case stemmed from action taken in December last year by the
construction of the east-west tunnel. Growers � nally face the government and
the MMA over the commercial fairness of their lease contracts on October 28.
A spokesperson for Major Projects Minister David Hodgett said the aim remained to open the Epping market next year. \
smelly sludge turns dog beach into ‘demolition zone’altona A black sludge being dredged up and spewed on to the dog beach at Altona has residents worried.
Williamstown’s Jason Bryce says one of Melbourne’s most pristine stretches of sand now looks like a demolition site.
“ A lot of local residents say it’s the best beach around this part of Melbourne.
“All the time you hear people say the dogs have got the best beach in Altona.
“� ey’re depositing this black sand up along the beach. � ere’s quite a strong odour. It’s a work site, it’s a construction site, with an excavator and this dirty, smelly, black sludge being spewed out on to the beach and the excavator’s piling it up. It’s a beautiful beach when it’s not being demolished by whatever they’re doing there at the moment.”
Mr Bryce said he was very concerned about the impact of the dredging on wildlife and questioned whether Hobsons Bay council was doing its job as a custodian of its coastline.
“� at’s a very special part of the local area
and there’s a lot of creatures we always see: lizards and � sh and sea creatures.
“I’d hate to think that they’re getting driven away – the swans and the birds – by this black sludge that’s spewing out eight hours a day.’’
Hobsons Bay mayor Angela Altair said the dredging was necessary to clear a build-up of sand so recreational boaters could safely navigate their vehicles.
“Earlier this year, council received consent from the state government to undertake a � ve-year dredging program at the entrance of the Altona Safe Harbour.
“� e dredging will occur annually with the � rst stage in progress. Up to 5000 cubic metres of non-contaminated sand will be dredged each year and disposed of at the intertidal zone opposite Burns Reserve to dry out. Beachgoers also bene� t as the sand, once dried, is used to renourish and improve the beach.”\
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tissues up in smoke About 60 � re� ghters fought a large � re at a tissue factory in Laverton North on Monday. The � re was fanned by strong winds which blew smoke towards homes around Altona. \
make a puppetA Smurf puppet workshop is part of holiday fun at Highpoint shopping centre from 11am-2pm until Friday. \
fauves at the yarravilleMelbourne rock faves the Fauves perform their 25th anniversary encore performance on Saturday at the Yarraville Club. Tickets: www.yarravillelive.com or 9689 6033 \
date an ambassadorThe Your Footscray campaign is offering � ve chances to win a ‘date’ with a Your Footscray ambassador. Visit www.facebook.com/yourfootscray by October 9. \
$10,000 kick-alongHobsons Bay council has given $10,000 from the mayoral program to the Hobsons Bay Community Fund. The fund is now only $10,000 shy of raising $100,000, which would qualify it for a matching state grant. Details: hbcommunityfund.org.au. \
WIN this A History of State of Origin is a must-have book for anyone passionate about rugby league. Featuring a blow-by-blow account of each of the 99 games since Origin’s inception, and career pro� les of all 442 Origin players, coaches and referees, it’s the ultimate guide to the code’s showpiece event. RRP is $39.95. The Weekly has four copies of A History of State of Origin to give away. The total prize value is $159.80. To enter, visit winthisnow.com.au and follow the prompts. Entries close on Sunday, October 6, at 11.59pm and will be drawn the next day at 10am (Melbourne time) at the of� ces of MMP Group, 214 Park Street, South Melbourne, VIC 3205. Winners will be noti� ed in writing and their names published at winthisnow.com.au Terms and conditions are also available at this website. \
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prodding, checking saves a life MEN’S HEALTH
A visit to a GP has probably saved the life of Altona Meadows resident Kevin Nightingale.
But like many men of his vintage, it took some prodding from his wife Karin before he would see a doctor about a persistent cough.
Mr Nightingale, 74, pictured, thought his lungs were clearing out muck a� er he quit a 60-year smoking habit in February, but a visit to the doctor revealed cancer in his lung.
“ I went straight away to Footscray Hospital and they wanted to operate. But during
that month, I had a visit to my cardiologist in Williamstown and [she found] there was something wrong.
“When she found out about the cancer, she said, ‘ You can’t operate on his cancer because he’s got trouble with his heart’.”
Doctors were going to do the bypass surgery � rst, but they feared the cancer could grow to an inoperable size , so surgeons did both operations at once. Now, Mr Nightingale is encouraging other men to attend the
Spanner in the Works program at Hobsons Bay Men’s Shed, 280 Queen Street, Altona Meadows, on October 10, when South Western Melbourne Medicare Local will conduct free men’s health checks. Men can turn up any time
Eleanor Street residents have vowed to keep up their � ght against an expected 1000 extra car trips a day in their street when a new car park opens for the Western Hospital.
Hong Chai, who has lived with her family for 15 years next door to what will become the car park entrance, fears being subjected to round-the-clock tra� c outside her home when the car park opens next month.
“You can imagine the pollution from the cars, toxic fumes, lights shining into our windows, noise from the engines,” she said.
“We won’t be able to leave our doors or windows open. I just feel powerless. It’s just so stressful and scary. Our dream is shattered.”
Mrs Chai echoed the calls of other residents and of St John’s Catholic School for relocating access to the car park through the hospital’s adjoining car park on Gordon Street.
Maribyrnong mayor Catherine Cumming said Western Health had been intractable on that front, leaving the council no alternative but to provide access via Eleanor Street.
Cr Cumming said the project would, however, take pressure o� parking in surrounding streets. “It bene� ts the hospital but is important for the whole precinct.”
Council infrastructure and engineering director Ian Butterworth said the council
planned to continue with the Eleanor Street entrance. He said an additional 1000 movements would add only about 15 per cent to tra� c, and Eleanor Street had the capacity to carry 5000 cars a day.
Council communications manager
Morris Bellamy said the council recognised consultation “has not been as good as it could be”. “In terms of a solution for this precinct, we have a viable and a good solution here and we’re determined to make this work well.” \
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trees destroyed ‘for better views’
Tree vandals have destroyed newly planted Norfolk pines at Altona beach, presumably for better views of the bay.
Altona and Seaholme residents have taken to Facebook, demanding tougher deterrents from Hobsons Bay council. One resident called for the installation of CCTV cameras.
� e council has erected a large board at the site of a tree which states: “Tree vandals have been destroying your environment.”
� e sign is designed to block the view the perpetrator stood to bene� t from, but some residents have complained that the board is not big enough.
Mayor Angela Altair said the council had reported the vandalism to police.
“� ree recently planted Norfolk pines were vandalised for the second year in a row,” she said.
“� e council has been noti� ed of a number of instances of residents damaging or killing trees in local streets and parks.’’
It costs the council about $700,000 a year for planting and maintaining street trees. \ GD
» Information to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000
turkish tribute for state’s rsl clubsanzac day centenary
Consoling words from modern Turkey’s founding father will grace RSL buildings across the state thanks to the dedication of a Footscray community leader.
Mehmet Balikel , pictured le� , has been working tirelessly to arrange for framed messages immortalising the words of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, a Turkish army o� cer who went on to become the � rst president of Turkey, to be hung across Victoria to mark the centenary of Anzac Day in 2015.
Mr Balikel said it was important for Australians to be aware of the tribute Atatürk wrote in 1934 to the Anzacs killed at Gallipoli, which begins: “� ose heroes that shed their blood and lost their lives ... You are now lying in the soil of a friendly country. � erefore rest in peace.”
“We are starting in Footscray and will go all over Victoria,” Mr Balikel said.
� e � rst framed reproduction was mounted at Footscray RSL in a ceremony last Wednesday attended by Turkish consul-general Seyit Mehmet Apak and local politicians.
“We are very proud and happy to be sharing the legacy of Turkey with the very valuable allies we have in Australia,” Mr Apak said.
“With Australia we started as adversaries in World War I, but out of that adversity was born a great friendship, a true friendship.”
Altona RSL club president Alan Scott said the branch was the � rst in the country to have a Turkish RSL sub-branch.
“In 2015, the Anzac Day service will be a joint e� ort at Gallipoli between the Australian, New Zealand and the Turkish governments,” he said. \ BM
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women party for a healthy causefund-raising fun
Women are coming together this month for a night of fun and fund-raising.
Women of the West will host a ‘ladies night’ in Footscray to raise funds for Women’s Health West.
� e event is the fourth for Women of the West, the brainchild of Sarah Strybosch and Michelle Masterson.
Ms Masterson says the nights attract a broad cross-section of women of all ages .
“� e really good thing about them is that
we really don’t have to do a lot to create a great atmosphere – the women themselves do that,” she said.
Women’s Health West chairwoman Georgie Hill said the organisation was delighted to be associated with the Women of the West and the recipient of such generosity. \ BM
» � e Ladies Night will be from 7-11.30 on October 26 at 501 Receptions, 501 Barkly Street, Footscray. Visit www.facebook.com/womeno� hewest
Join in: Sharni Page, Michelle Masterson, Georgie Hill and Sarah Strybosch are ready for big night. (MICHAEL COPP)
pet owners reminded: dogs, snakes don’t mixSNAKES
Dog and cat owners are being urged to be careful with numerous animals having been bitten by snakes, one of them fatally, in recent weeks.
Dr Kate Lloyd, of the Altona Veterinary Clinic, described this year’s snake season as the worst and earliest she had seen in 12 years.
� e clinic has treated two animals for snake bites, while multiple cases have been seen at the Point Cook emergency centre.
“We had another two clients whose dogs got bitten a couple of weeks ago and we lost a dog last weekend that got bitten,” Dr Lloyd said.
“At the beginning of the season the snakes’ venom is the most potent because they haven’t had a bite; they’ve been asleep all winter.
“� ere is no way I would ever let my dogs o� -lead run around Cherry Lake from now probably until April.
“Even at the beach and all the o� -leash areas – � ne on the sand, but don’t let them
run up into the bushes because it’s just natural that dogs are going to bark and have a go at them, and the snakes are going to have a go back.”
Anaf Massood, whose cat Tia was bitten by a snake, said it was lucky the animal managed to stagger home.
“We don’t let her go out when we’re out of the house,” he said.
“ � ey told us is if we hadn’t picked up the fact that she’d be bitten and
taken her within those couple of hours to the vet, then her chance of survival would have been much lower.’’
He said many owners might not realise the cost of treatment
could be up to $5000 and they should consider pet insurance.People can call Hobsons Bay council
on 9932 1000 to arrange for snakes to be removed from their properties. \ GD
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Smashing time for police, driver
Police smashed a woman’s car window to get her out a� er she drove through a booze bus operation in Millers Road, Altona, on Friday night.
A shopper nearby at Central Square in Altona Meadows said she was shocked to see police surround a car and break through a window about 8.30pm.
Kylie Strickland said police with dogs descended on the driver.
“� e ‘chopper’ was above following the car to the car park,” she said. “ Police cars came from di� erent directions of the car park and surrounded the car. � ey smashed the window and pulled her out.”
Senior Sergeant Daniel Civitico, of Altona North police, said the 40-year-old woman had been stopped by police at a booze bus site about 7.30pm.
“� e driver underwent a preliminary breath test and then decided to drive o� .
“� e driver was pursued by police in the surrounding streets before being intercepted and arrested at the Central Square shops.
“She is to be charged at a later date with a number of driving o� ences, including evading police.’’ \ GD
showing an appetite for hunger fightworld food dAY
Oxfam supporters dressed as carrots, bananas and corn shared the ‘Eat Local Feed Global’ message at Little Saigon market in Footscray on Monday.
Oxfam is encouraging people to mark World Food Day on October 16 by hosting a meal to raise awareness of global hunger.
Campaign co-ordinator Olivia Hartigan said sharing a meal with friends, family, workmates or classmates could help highlight the role people could play in a future when everyone had enough to eat.
“From eating sustainably and wasting less food to raising money for Oxfam’s life-changing work and calling on the Australian government to do more to tackle hunger ... small actions create lasting change.”
Supporters around the world are expected to help tackle global hunger by joining the Eat Local Feed Global challenge.
Ms Hartigan said politicians and corporations had a key role to play, but individuals also had the power to help make the food system fairer. “We can start doing this with some simple principles for feeding our families, friends and loved ones.” \ BM
» To register, visit www.oxfam.org.au
Food for thought: Agustina Gorini, Julia Boyle and Olivia Hartigan deliver
their message. (CHRIS HOPKINS)
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Catching the train in October? From first service Thursday 3 October to last service Sunday 13 October, buses will replace trains on the following lines:
• Sunbury: between Albion and Footscray
• Ballarat: between Ballarat and Southern Cross Station
• Bendigo: between Sunbury and Southern Cross Station
Please allow extra travel time for your journey. Other changes to public transport may apply during this period.
For more information, contact Public Transport Victoria on 1800 800 007 6am – midnight daily or visit www.ptv.vic.gov.au
While buses replace trains, essential Regional Rail Link construction works will be carried out. Rail line closures are sometimes necessary so that construction works can be undertaken safely in the rail corridor while trains are not running.
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councillor weds in nzHobsons Bay councillor Tony Bri� a has wed long-time partner Manja Sommeling in New Zealand but has spoken out because their marriage is not legally recognised in Australia.
Cr Bri� a was born with partial androgen insensitivity syndrome, or intersex. For the marriage, gender was listed as “indeterminate”.
“In countries like the UK, Canada, New Zealand, France, Spain, the Netherlands, and others, a couple is able to marry irrespective of sex,” Cr Bri� a said. “Sadly, this is not the case in Australia. Nonetheless, I am very pleased Manja and I are now married even if our marriage is not yet legally recognised in Australia.
“� e day itself was perfect. We were married by a celebrant in the Dunedin City Council chambers and were made to feel extremely welcome by everyone we met. Dunedin will always be a very special place for us.”
Cr Bri� a said it was sad and shameful that the couple enjoyed full rights in New Zealand but not in their native land where they paid taxes, raised children and served their community. \ GD
marathon effort for asylum seekersfund-raising run
Williamstown’s Olly Tripodi is running for some of Australia’s most vulnerable people as an entrant in the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre’s Run 4 Refugees.
Mr Tripodi says boat people have been politicised and maligned by both sides of politics.
“I think they’re an incredibly vulnerable demographic in our society,” he said.
“All the numbers aside about how many refugees or asylum seekers we accept, they’re demonised in so many di� erent parts of Australian media and Australian society as a whole.
“And that’s what I care about – they’re incredibly vulnerable people and we don’t seem to understand that, on the most part.
“I think the ‘stop the boats’ policy is ridiculous. � e idea that it’s a choice for individuals to get on a boat and come to Australia as a lifestyle decision is laughable.
“People don’t get on a boat with their family if they’re safe where they are.”
More than $60,000 has been raised to date by individuals and groups entered in Run 4 Refugees, which is part of the Melbourne Marathon on Sunday, October 13.
Mr Tripodi will run 10 kilometres and aims
to raise $400 for aid to asylum seekers.“� e resource centre, other than giving
them a lot of support in terms of � nancial aid, skills training, giving them purpose through volunteerism and what not, actually does a lot to reverse those stereotypes,” he said.
“� ey’re usually at the forefront for organising rallies and lobbying .” \
Stepping out: Olly Tripodi will run to raise money for the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre. (SCOTT MCNAUGHTON)
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Jasmine envelops the Footscray cottage where 1920s detective and femme extraordinaire Phryne Fisher perches on the kitchen table of author Kerry Greenwood.
The heady scent of a million white blossoms counters the traffic and fast food distractions at the end of the street, offering the visitor a very real illusion of passing through a time zone to where this most prolific of writers fuels her fascination with history and the largely under-written roles that women have within its more conventional tomes.
Research and attention to detail are her greatest allies, along with a vivid imagination and an ability to walk in other people’s shoes, even centuries later.
“I am addicted to researching,” Greenwood says very early on in our interview when we are talking about Out of the Black Land, her only novel, of more than 50 thus far, set in ancient Egypt.
“Egyptian and Hittite history are quite well documented,” she says.
“What attracted me about [researching] Egypt is that there are love songs and shopping lists, jokes and graffiti ... and the textiles; all that gold.”
This wealth of daily life details, the minutiae of how ancient Egyptian society was organised, along with its close connections to early Greece, inspired Greenwood to pose serious academic questions about the era of 18 dynasty kings and the nation’s deadly dalliance with monotheism under the unstable, sun-god worshipping king Akhnaten.
It was learning Greek that transported Greenwood’s already fertile imagination and gift for words and languages into the timeless zone of myths and fairy tales, epic adventures and personal quests.
“I’m an honorary wog, you know,” Greenwood says proudly, pointing out that along the short Seddon street where she has lived for more than 30 years, there are 26 different languages spoken.
She learnt Greek, aged five, after meeting her lifelong friend Themetrula Georgovasilopoulos, who had migrated to Footscray with her family.
French came from school and Sicilian Latin from other neighbourhood children. Multicultural Melbourne provided the playgrounds of her youth.
“I read dictionaries; I still love dictionaries,” Greenwood confesses.
It was once said of American poet, author and social activist Marge Piercy that “she could weave a tale with a pebble and a thread”. Greenwood is of the same ilk, but it took Melbourne publisher Hilary McPhee to focus the almost 30-year-old Greenwood on detective stories and crime fiction as the medium for her writing.
As she was already working full time as a duty solicitor at Sunshine court, Greenwood insisted her first two-book contract with McPhee be historically based.
“I was afraid I would steal a client’s case,” she says.“Poor darlings have enough on their plates without
me stealing their stories. I thought this would be unethical.”
Besides, history is Greenwood’s muse, her fountain of knowledge and the basis of her understanding of herself and her city.
The Phryne Fisher book series is set in 1928-29, the time of “the great wharf strike” at the Melbourne docks, an era that had piqued Greenwood’s curiosity since a thesis from her student days.
It was the time between the two ‘great’ world wars, just before the global depression of the 1930s, and an era of great opportunity for young women prepared to take their chances at financial independence rather than domestic spinsterhood, as was the lot of many a maiden aunt as a result of the dearth of marriageable men due to WWI.
Named after a fabled Corinthian courtesan, Phryne Fisher was created on the tram ride home from Greenwood’s meeting with McPhee.
“I gave her a minor English title so no one can overawe her,” her creator says. “And she’s going to have money and do exactly as she wishes. I wanted her to have complete freedom of action.”
Not for Phryne the “pillow talk” take on how women
build influence; Greenwood’s Miss Fisher is as capable of wielding a pistol, and shooting it if necessary, as she is competent behind the wheel or under the bonnet of her beloved red Hispano-Suiza motor car.
She is as much at home on the battlefields of Flanders and the back streets of Chinatown as she is in the parlours of people of power and persuasion.
“By the time I got off the tram, she’d walked into my head,” Greenwood recalls.
“She has a strong sense of justice. She’s living in a very intense world where all bets are off.
“And because she is a hero, she always works it out eventually. She’s seldom wrong.”
After her sixth Phryne Fisher murder mystery, Greenwood grew concerned she was becoming formula-driven and, not wanting to go down the Agatha Christie track, decided to strip her character down to bare bones for Blood and Circuses (1994).
“She came out of it a goddess,” enthuses Greenwood.
a history of mystery
Kerry Greenwood’s feisty creation is a global star,
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“I love when Phryne comes in and sits on the corner of the table and says, ‘oh, darling, that was amazing!’”
Greenwood’s Miss Fisher is now making her 20th appearance in print and starring in a TV series that is redefining the world view of Australia and, more importantly, Melbourne, even winning over notoriously snobby French art critics and absolutely wow-ing audiences in New York, London, Paris ... and Brazil.
“And there’s not a single Skippy in the whole series,” Greenwood points out. The 20th Phryne Fisher mystery, Murder and Mendelssohn, was released on September 25 by Allen and Unwin. It is Greenwood’s second publication this year. \
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� e pitfalls of social media are the focus of Pictures from a Parallel Suburbia, a new exhibition by Yarraville artist Llael McDonald. McDonald (pictured) believes social media is an important way for artists to communicate, but it also has a darker side.
“It tells little stories of the type of dissociation people display when they get immersed in the online world of the pro� le and the false self,” she says.
McDonald has been painting since an early age, drawing on her upbringing at Spotswood and in� uenced by artists Edward Hopper and Je� rey Smart.
Her attention is now turning to a possible New York show and her next series.
“It’s called Sideshow and is going to be based around the sideshows of the old carnivals of the ’40s and ’50s.”
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If lazy days by the pool or a leisurely 10-minute stroll to the beach sound like ideal ways to spend your summer, then put this three-bedroom house at the
top of your ‘to see’ list. With the owner vacating after more than 40
years, the 790-square-metre property nestled on a wide, tree-lined street offers plenty of potential.
Well-kept and well-presented, the house retains some vintage charm in its colour scheme, carpet, decorative mirrored feature
wall, and set of orange bottle-glass arched doors. But the interior has subtle modernity with updates to some fixtures and areas such as the kitchen. There’s plenty of scope to continue modernising – or to keep it as is if you’re a fan of the retro look.
The spacious floorplan kicks off with a sunken lounge with split-system unit, wall-mounted heater and doors out to a side courtyard that’s separated from the rest of the property by a pool gate.
Inside, a few steps ascend to a carpeted dining area and updated kitchen with
split-level bench combining breakfast bar and preparation bench. White cabinetry, oven, cooktop, dishwasher and a nook for the fridge, microwave and toaster are kitchen features.
Off a hallway are two bedrooms with storage cupboards and ceiling fans. One room has a set of doors out to the back garden.
The bedrooms share a shower room, separate toilet and main bathroom that has a wood- panelled feature wall, electric heater, bath and long, wall-mounted vanity.
The main bedroom has a ceiling fan and a roomy en suite with shower. Plenty of linen
cupboards and a laundry with a toilet complete the layout.
Children and parents alike will love the north-facing back garden with its pool, paved undercover entertainment area, garden shed, large lawn and mature trees, including a lemon tree.
Established gardens out front include a patch of lawn with a magnolia tree and beds full of flowering shrubs, daisies and roses.
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Philip Mazzella 0418 360 789 Carmelo Caputa 0414 293 389Tony Borello 0403 235 679 John Librizzi AH: 9689 3713225 Barkly Street Footscray 9689 1755
MAIDSTOne207-211 Ballarat Rd(cnr Ashley St)
AUCTIONThursday 31stOctober at 12noon
InSpecTby appointment
IT DOESN’T GET ANY BETTER –HIGH PROFILE CORNER SITEFantastic opportunity to acquire a high profile site in Melbourne’s west. currentlyleased to July 2014 to car sales and peripheral. current owner has obtainedTown planning permit Tp 607/211 for Buildings and works to facilitate a Superclinic medical centre for 18 doctors, convenience store, and café/restaurant withsubstantial car parking amenities.
*Land area 4400m2, *Building area approx. 950m2*Frontages to Ballarat Road and Ashley Street*commercial 2 Zone (previously Business 4)
FOOTScRAY478 Barkly Street
AUCTIONSaturday 26thOctober at 12:30pm
InSpecTthis Saturday11 to 11:30am
UNBLEMISHED ACCOMODATIONFamily contentment can by yours with this unique opportunity. This five bedroom two storey brickhome, has been built with love for family entertainment, offering great life style, is located in a primeposition and close to all amenities Footscray has to offer. Spacious kitchen/meals area, separatelounge, formal dining room, city views. Modern conveniences close to all amenities, low maintenancegarden and off street parking.
A 5B 2C 1
Maidstone2/68 Richelieu st
FOR SALEinspectthis saturday11:45 to 12:15pm
YES - SIZE DOES MATTERimpressive design and finish in this outstanding and spacious contemporary town home will certainlyimpress the most fastidious buyer in this great locale. comprises entrance, 3 bedrooms – main withensuite, study nook, spacious lounge, kitchen with adjoining family/meals area, single garage, privaterear yard. Lovingly presented ready to move into and features quality finish, floating floor boards,ducted heating and cooling systems, alarm, shutters and more. Be quick to avoid disappointment.
A 3+B 2C 1
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There’s also a study with built-in bookshelf and an upstairs retreat.
The kitchen has stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher, and separates the living/dining space from the lounge room. From here, double doors open to an enclosed entertainment area with dado panelling, decking underfoot, and a spa, while another set of timber french doors from the lounge room open to a paved area.
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Compton Green real estate Williamstown \ 9397 1600 Price \ $720,000 – $760,000 Auction \ October 12 at 2pm
SOUTH KINGSVILLE \ 2B TRuman STREET
PLAcES WE
LOVE
4 2 2
Williamstown 101 John Street
Guide $1,000,000-$1,100,000
Auction 3pm Saturday 19th October on location
Inspect 5.30-6pm Thursday & 10.30-11am Saturday
Contact John Luong 0401 718 277 & Adrian Butera 0409 099 791
Williamstown 9397 1600
Bed 4 / Bath 2 / Car 1South Kingsville 8 Moresby Street
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This stylish townhouse is one for buyers wanting a unique and contemporary design, and a sense of inner-city seclusion. The ground level contains two living rooms with exposed floorboards, expansive clerestory windows and split-systems. They flank a main bedroom with high-set windows and garden views, and there is a modern bathroom with shower over bath. The designer kitchen is a chef’s delight,
with its stainless-steel benches – including a freestanding preparation bench – dishwasher, and washing machine nook all below a downlight-studded bulkhead with rangehood. Floating stairs ascend to two bedrooms upstairs, one with a built-in wardrobe, the other with a walk-in ’robe. Both share a bathroom. Outside, there are front and back courtyards and off-street parking, and the townhouse is in a key growth area near Angliss Reserve. \
YARRAVILLE \ 56 STANGER STREET
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Jas Stephens Yarraville\ 9316 9000 Price \ $580,000 – $620,000 Auction \ October 5 at 1.30pm
3 2 2
Young professionals and couples with budgets to burn will find this well-located townhouse a winner. The ground floor has a bedroom/study, bathroom and a stunning open-plan living and dining area that incorporates a kitchen with Miele appliances, large double sink, expansive glass splashback beneath sleek two-pack cabinetry and an island bench with dishwasher and plenty of additional drawers.
Upstairs, two bedrooms with built-in wardrobes share an immaculate bathroom with vaulted ceiling and shower over bath. The main bedroom has an en suite and a walk-in wardrobe. A north-facing backyard includes decking and a stone aggregate courtyard. Other features include a single lock-up garage and secure off-street parking for up to two cars. The property is a stone’s throw from the famed esplanade. \
WILLIAMSTOWN \ 33A TOBRUK CRESCENT
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Sweeney Estate Agents Williamstown \ 9399 9111 Price \ $1.15 million – $1.2 million Auction \ October 26 at noon
4 3 1
WE DELIVER...
ID and contact details are required at all open for inspections bigginscott.com.auMARIBYRNONG 9317 5577
AUCTION Saturday 12th October at 1:00pm
ESR $480,000 - $520,000
VIEW As advertised or by appointment
CONTACT Paul Boicos 0499 994 321Nick Meddis 0422 776 981
OFFICE 93 Rosamond Road, Maribyrnong 9317 5577
4 3 1
FULLY RENOVATED FAMILY HOMEThis delightful abode with four bedrooms is family living at its best. Fully renovated and superbly located, offering an ideal floor plan with quality fixtures throughout, the instant appeal is immediately apparent.• Four bedrooms, all very spacious with B.I.R´s (master
with walk in robe and ensuite)• Three sparkling bathrooms• Huge laundry with three separate toilets• Separate rumpus room/children´s retreat area• Living and dining areas accompanied by a modern
CLASSIC BRICK BEAUTY IN CENTRAL LOCALEThis delightful brick family home radiates welcoming warmth whilst also oozes charm and potential throughout. Comfortably positioned within walking distance to most amenities, this home seeks a buyer with a vivid imagination to reap the rewards tomorrow. • Spacious front living room with heating• Cosy kitchen and meals area• Three bedrooms• Laundry with separate powder room• Good size backyard ideal for entertaining
SUNSHINE 22 LEONARD STREET
WE DELIVER...
ID and contact details are required at all open for inspections bigginscott.com.auALTONA 9398 8400
AUCTION Saturday 26th October at 11:30am
ESR $410,000 - $450,000
VIEW Sat 11:15-11:45
CONTACT Dean Caramia 0431 601 399Vince Caramia 0405 122 925
OFFICE 66-70 Railway Street South, Altona 9398 8400
3 1 2
SPACE FOR FAMILIES, SUCCESS FOR INVESTORSA quiet position consistently sought after for its proximity to Cherry Lake Reserve and Altona P-9 College enhances this bright modern classic, an ideal first family residence.
• Light filled lounge leads to a kitchen/dining area enhanced by access to low-maintenance outdoors
• Three bedrooms provide attractive accommodation, complemented by a central bathroom and laundry
ALTONA 35 MCINTYRE DRIVE
AUCTION Saturday 19th October at 11:30am
ESR $550,000 - $580,000
VIEW Sat 11:30-12:00
CONTACT Dean Caramia 0431 601 399Vince Caramia 0405 122 925
OFFICE 66-70 Railway Street South, Altona 9398 8400
3 1 1
A FRESH FAMILY FEELBehind its wide frontage and clean, inviting lines, this impressively updated three bedroom family home is ideally poised between Cherry Lake Reserve and Altona P-9 College.
• Welcoming living area with heating and split system cooling overlooks a precisely landscaped front garden
• Central dining domain accompanied by a contemporary kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances
ALTONA 9 MCINTYRE DRIVE
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24-26 Pier StreetAltona
barlows.com.au 9398 3888
When Quality Counts!The first level comprises three bedrooms andmain bathroom together with two separate bal-conies. Externally the property boasts extensivetimber decking around the outdoor entertainingarea and a choice of either sun filled courtyards.Situated in this highly sought after Seaholme loca-tion the shortest of strolls takes you to schools,shopping, train station and main swimming beach.For Sale:Inspect: Saturday 11.15-11.45amContact: Scott Murdoch 0419 380 100
Anthony Molinia 0418 304 894Peter Weaver 0430 808 240
AltonA 38 Civic ParadeMore than meets the eye!With many unexpected features this flexible floorplan will suit the large or extended family. Com-prising 3 bedrooms and formal lounge with fireplace. The renovated kitchen with stainless steelappliances adjoins a bright sunny meals/family.Externally garage has been converted into a multi-purpose studio but easily converted back to a fourcar garage with workshop.For Sale:Inspect: Saturday 12-12.30pmContact: Scott Murdoch 0419 380 100
Anthony Molinia 0418 304 894Peter Peter 0430 808 240
AltonA 8 Cain Court
Sensational Seaholme!Offering two bedrooms, comfortable lounge,kitchen and separate dining area over lookinglarge north facing rear yard. Features includegas heating, air conditioning, polished hard-wood floors and an over sized brick garageWith potential for further renovation this allot-ment of 669m also provides a wonderful opportu-nity for further development (STCA).Auction: This Saturday @ 2:00 PMInspect: Saturday 1.30-2pmContact: Peter Weaver 0430 808 240
Anthony Molinia 0418 304 894Scott Murdoch 0419 380 100
AltonA 8 Cambridge Street
Possibilities and PotentialTerrific opportunity to secure this 1000 m (approx)allotment. A short stroll takes you to a choice ofschools, train station and Pier Street shopping.The existing home offers 3 bedrooms, comfort-able living and your own Botanical like gardens forthe growing family. With this enormous block con-sider further renovation /extension or the endlessdevelopment possibilities (STCA).Auction: Saturday 9th November @ 2.00pmInspect: Saturday 10.30-11amContact: Scott Murdoch 0419 380 100
Peter Weaver 0430 808 240Anthony Molinia 0418 304 894
AltonA 67 Rose Street
Stylish And Spacious Family HomeComprising 4 bedrooms, master with full en-suiteand BIR to all. All the required extras with ductedheating, split system air conditioning, lounge wiredfor home theatre, 900mm gas hob and dishwasher.Large rear lounge over looking under cover alfrescoarea and west facing rear yard. And to further addto this package a garage to suit the trades personor boys with toys a true 4 car garage.For Sale:Inspect: Saturday 11-11.30amContact: Peter Weaver 0430 808 240
Anthony Molinia 0418 304 894Scott Murdoch 0419 380 100
AltonA MeAdowS 5 Birrell CourtEndless PossibilitiesExciting opportunity to secure this affordablefamily home with the potential to capture excep-tional bay and city skyline views. The existing homeoffers 3 bedrooms & comfortable living in thisquiet family location. The ability to add a secondlevel to the current property and take advantageof this unique outlook will add enormous appealand value.For Sale:Inspect: Saturday 12.45-1.15pmContact: Scott Murdoch 0419 380 100
Peter Weaver 0430 808 240Anthony Molinia 0418 304 894
AltonA 95 Waters Drive
Stylish Living!The ground level features open plan living aroundthe quality kitchen with stone bench tops andstainless steel appliances. Beautifully polishedtimber flooring adds to the appeal of this finehome. All three bedrooms, together with twobathrooms are on level one. With many comfortfeatures your inspection is highly recommended.Externally the property is very low maintenance.For Sale:Inspect: Contact AgentContact: Scott Murdoch 0419 380 100
Anthony Molinia 0418 304 894Peter Weaver 0430 808 240
ALtonA 99 Blyth Street
AltonA3/12 Seagull Avenue $459,000 Saturday 10.30-11am2 /123 Blyth Street $555,000 Saturday 1-1.30pm3/123 Blyth Street $595,000 Saturday 1-1.30pm51 Noordenne Ave Contact Agent Saturday 11.45-12.15pm28A Upton Street $445-$495,000 Saturday 10-10.30am18 McAlpine Court $790-$840,000 Contact Agent6/5 Robin Street $300-$325,00 Contact Agent6 David Street From $690,000 Contact Agent51 Linnet Street $580-$640,000 Contact Agent2/24 Noordenne Avenue $350-$370,000 Contact Agent99 Blyth Street $720-$750,000 Contact Agent
AltonA MeAdows2/110 Victoria Street $290-$320,000 Contact Agent386 Queen Street $350-$360,000 Contact Agent1/44 Central Avenue $290-$320,000 Contact Agent
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Grand Edwardian family home on a prime allotment of 710m2 approx.• Land : 18/11x50/46m (710m2) approx.• In comfortable order with scope to improve• Ideal to renovate & extend (STCA)• Oozing with character throughout• Excellent side access from Coogee Lane• Suit developers with Coogee land frontage• Stroll to Esplanade swimming beach & parklands
Williamstown 60 Victoria Street A 3 B 1 C 3
Auction Saturday, 26 October 2:00 PM (unless sold prior)Price Guide $1,500,000 - $1,600,000Inspect Sat 3.15pm-3.45pm Sun 1.45pm-2.15pmOffice 1 Douglas Pde, Williamstown. 9399 9111Contact Dean Stanley 0403 372 922 Peter Fox 0418 119 911
State of the Art Contemporary Luxury Living.• Magnificent high level fit out• Open plan living/dining with gas log fire• Designer kitchen, twin ovens & stone bench tops• 4 bedrooms or 3 plus second living & bar• Fabulous views over coastal parklands• Sunny north facing courtyard & large terrace• Tandem 2 car off street parking
Williamstown 21 Sunset Drive A 4 B 2 C 2
Auction Saturday, 26 October 2:00 PM (unless sold prior)Price Guide $790,000 - $850,000Inspect Sat 1.45pm-2.15pm Sun 2.30pm-3.00pmOffice 1 Douglas Pde, Williamstown. 9399 9111Contact Peter Fox 0418 119 911 Wayne Sweeney 0410 697 398
Cutting edge luxury & only a stones throw from Esplanade Beach.• Land size: 7.6 x 36/37m (275m2) approx.• Stunning open plan living room at rear• The bonus of a large second living area upstairs• Top of the range kitchen with Meile appliances• 4 Bedrooms or 3 plus study (main WIR & ensuite)• Sunny north facing backyard, ideal for entertaining• Single lock up garage with 2 additional spaces
Williamstown 33A Tobruk Crescent A 4 B 3 C 3
Auction Saturday, 26 October 12:00 PM (unless sold prior)Price Guide $1,150,000 - $1,200,000Inspect Sat 2.30pm-3.00pm Sun 1.45pm-2.15pmOffice 1 Douglas Pde, Williamstown. 9399 9111Contact Dean Stanley 0403 372 922 Peter Fox 0418 119 911
Stunning fully renovated Californian Bungalow in an enviable location• Amazing open plan living with bifold doors opening out to huge decked alfrescodining/entertaining area including Vergola roof with radiant heaters.• Luxurious formal lounge room with open fire place• 3 double bedrooms with BIR’s & split system cooling• Stylish bathroom with floor to ceiling tiles• Kitchen features Stone Italiana benches, 900mm appliances & dishwasher.• Ducted heating, s/system cooling, 2 car drive way w/ remote gate
Newport 53 Alma Terrace A 3 B 1 C 2
Auction Saturday, 19 October 12:00 PM (unless sold prior)Price Guide $890,000 - $950,000Inspect Sat 11.30am-12.00noon Sun 12.15pm-12.45pmOffice 461 Melbourne Rd, Newport. 9391 9511Contact Ben Watson 0414 397 167 Dean Stanley 0403 372 922
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Solid brick family home with immaculate presentation throughout• Land 15.24 x 36.6 (560sqm) approx• Large open plan living room opening to backyard• Quality hostess style kitchen with large island bench• 4 Bedroom accommodation (main with WIR & ensuite)• The bonus of a large second living area• Large side driveway to 4 car garage• Ducted heating, refrigerated cooling, solar panels & more
Newport 15 Charlotte Street A 4 B 2 C 4
Auction Saturday, 26 October 1:00 PM (unless sold prior)Price Guide $780,000 - $820,000Inspect Sat 1.00pm-1.30pm Sun 11.30am-12.00noonOffice 461 Melbourne Rd, Newport. 9391 9511Contact Dean Stanley 0403 372 922 Ben Watson 0414 397 167
A rare opportunity to secure land in prestigious South Williamstown• Secure you Williamstown life style at an affordable price• Ideally situated individual land package with approval for a 3 level home inaccordance with council building envelopes• Opportunity to tailor final plans to build your own dream home• Wonderful open living areas featuring large balcony• Illustrative plans and drawings can be viewed by appointment• Stroll to cosmopolitan Nelson Place precinct
Williamstown 2 Pope Place
Auction Saturday 12th October 12.30pm (unless sold prior)Price Guide $400,000 - $450,000Inspect Vacant LandOffice 1 Douglas Pde, Williamstown. 9399 9111Contact Carlo Marra 0409 016 848 Dean Stanley 0403 372 922
Surprisingly spacious period style family home on a generous allotment• Land Size: 9.6 x 60.9m (585m2) approx.• Enjoy 2 living areas & central heating• Updated central family size kitchen• 4 bedrooms & study/home office/studio• Central updated bathroom features spa bath• In ground pool & spa with entertaining area• Excellent rear access to double garage
Newport 5 Home Road A 4 B 1 C 2 D
Auction Saturday, 26 October 11:00 AM (unless sold prior)Price Guide Contact AgentInspect Sat 1.45pm-2.15pm Sun 12.15pm-12.45pmOffice 461 Melbourne Road, Newport. 9391 9511Contact Dean Stanley 0403 372 922 Ben Watson 0414 397 167
A rare opportunity to secure land in prestigious South Williamstown• Secure your Williamstown life style at an affordable price• Ideally situated individual land package with approval for a 3 level home inaccordance with council building envelopes• Opportunity to tailor final plans to build your own dream home• Wonderful open living areas featuring large balcony• Illustrative plans and drawings can be viewed by appointment• Stroll to cosmopolitan Nelson Place precinct
Williamstown 43 Aitken Street
Auction Saturday, 12 October 12:00 PM (unless sold prior)Price Guide $500,000 - $550,000Inspect Vacant LandOffice 1 Douglas Pde, Williamstown. 9399 9111Contact Carlo Marra 0409016848 Dean Stanley 0403 372 922
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Neat home with extra parking for a boat/caravan.• Kitchen/dining area & lounge overlooks north yard.• Three generous bedrooms. Modernised bathroom.• Timber floorboards, evap. cooling, furnace heater.• Sunny patio, oversized garage & storage shed.• Walk to beach, lake, parks & playgrounds.• {doc.Point6}
Seaholme 15 Simmons DriveA 3 B 1 C 1
Auction Sat. 19th October at 12 noonPrice $530,000-$560,000Inspect Sat 2-2:30pmOffice 54 Pier Street, Altona.
9398 3799Contact Paul Lindemann 0418 336 025
Perfect to renovate or develop (STCA)• Features timber floorboards & decorative cornices.• Three generous bedrooms & central bathroom.• Two living areas, wall furnace, split cooler & fans.• Large backyard, alfresco, single garage & shed.• Land size: 696m2 approx. (16x45m approx)
Altona 28 Linnet StreetA 3 B 1 C 1
Auction Sat 5th October at 12noonPrice $500,000-$565,000Inspect Thurs 6-6:30pm Sat 11:30-12pmOffice 54 Pier Street, Altona.
9398 3799Contact Paul Lindemann 0418 336 025
AUCTION THIS SATURDAY
Exceptional townhouse in the right location• Entertaining areas lead to a stunning patio.• Open plan kitchen & meals area.• Main bedroom with balcony & semi-ensuite• Heating, cooling, polished timber floors.• Landscaped garden. Rear access from garage.
Altona North 2B Stapley CrescentA 3 B 1 C 1
For Sale $540,000-$580,000Inspect Sat 12-12:30pmOffice 54 Pier Street, Altona.
9398 3799Contact Julie Burt 0410 553 517
Barry Seignior 0425 850 607
NEW LISTING
Secure Bayside Living and Lifestyle• Super impressive family home – on 789m2 (approx)• Three spacious bedrooms – master with ensuite• Large modern kitchen with ample bench space• Formal lounge, separate dining• Large rear yard with in ground pool
Altona 8 Robin StreetA 3 B 2 C 1
For SalePrice $650,000-$700,000Inspect Sat 2-2:30pmOffice 54 Pier Street, Altona.
9398 3799Contact Barry Seignior 0425 850 607
Positioned close to everything• Walk to shopping centre, primary school & train.• Generous kitchen with adjacent meals area.• Separate lounge & three bedrooms with BIR’S.• Near new oven, cook top and ducted heating.• Long carport for 2 cars. Pergola & garden shed.
Altona Meadows 59 Kiora StreetA 3 B 1 C 2
For Sale $350,000-$380,000Inspect Sat 4-4:30pmOffice 54 Pier Street, Altona.
9398 3799Contact Paul Lindemann 0418 336 025
Julie Burt 0410 553 517
OPEN FOR INSPECTION THURSDAY 3RD OCTOBER 20136:00-6:30PM28 LINNET STREET ALTONA $500-$565,000OPEN FOR INSPECTION SATURDAY 5TH OCTOBER, 201311:00-11:30AM37 ROSS ROAD ALTONA NORTH $370-$395,00025 LINDSAY GARDENS POINT COOK $370-$400,00037 SOMERS PARADE ALTONA $695-$770,00011:30-12:00PM28 LINNET STREET ALTONA $500-$565,00012:00PM AUCTION28 LINNET STREET ALTONA $500-$565,00012:00-12:30PM20 KINGSLEY AVENUE POINT COOK $400-$430,0001:00-1:30PM22 MCARTHURS ROAD ALTONA NORTH $560-$595,0001 RUSH COURT ALTONA $560-$595,0006/245 ESPLANADE ALTONA $420-$460,000
13 THOMSON AVENUE LAVERTON $290-$330,0002:00-2:30PM154 SHANE AVENUE SEABROOK $450-$490,00020 NEST PLACE POINT COOK $375-$390,000101 GRIEVE PARADE ALTONA $850-$910,0003:00-3:30PM8 NOORDENNE AVENUE SEAHOLME $595-$640,0001&2/6 COLLINS STREET ALTONA NORTH $525-$550,00074A SIMMONS DRIVE SEAHOLME $790-$830,00023A WREN STREET ALTONA $630-$670,0004:00-4:30PM12 GIBSON STREET ALTONA MEADOWS $370-$400,00016 FRAZER AVENUE ALTONA $470-$510,000
OPEN FOR INSPECTION
Great location to renovate or redevelop (STCA)• ‘The Circle Shops’ just around the corner.• Close to train, freeway, shops, schools & gym.• 3 generous bedrooms, kitchen, meals & lounge.• Land size 16x45m (676m2) approx.• Renovate or build a new dwelling (STCA)
Altona North 32 Mitchell AvenueA 3 B 1 C 1
For Sale $500,000-$550,000Inspect Sat 3-3:30pmOffice 54 Pier Street, Altona.
9398 3799Contact Paul Lindemann 0418 336 025
Julie Burt 0410 553 517
NEW LISTING
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Modern & Chic. Excellent by way of design isthis stylish home• Stunning facade this home ticks all the boxes• 3 bedrooms BIR, 2 bathrooms, 3 WC• Wide open light saturated living room• Open plan kitchen with adjacent meals area• Low maintenance outdoor entertaining area• Polished boards, heating, air con & lock-up garage
West Footscray 1A Dianella Court A 3 B 2 C 2Auction Saturday 5th October 12.00Price Guide $460,000-$490,000Inspect Saturday 11.30-12.00Office 33 Anderson Street, Yarraville.
9687 8388Contact Dean Johnson 0414 397 163
Wayne Rogers 0411 854 094
AUCTION This Saturday
Tucked Away within this Tidy Development isthis Superb Serene Townhouse• Built by Noordene Constructions, this home provides• Security ent to extra spacious formal lounge• Family area overlooking northern facing courtyard• Kitchen layout with excellent storage & appliances• 2/3 bedrooms with BIR, central tiled bath on level 1• Garage, terrific land holding & landscape surround
Kingsville 2/24 Bishop Street A 2 B 1 C 1Auction Saturday 12th October 12.00pmPrice Guide $465,000-$485,000Inspect Sat 11.15-11.45Office 320 Barkly Street, Footscray.
9687 8388Contact Rob Sarosi 0438 373 562
Taylor Jones 0423 502 923
Contemporary Three Bedroom Family Home• All bedrooms are of a good size and offer BIR’s• Spacious updated kitchen and meals area• Sunny lounge with sliding doors to rear yard• Adjacent dining room with bar area• Central bathroom, separate laundry & 2 x WC’s• Family size yard and well presented establishedgardens
Yarraville 27 Angliss Street A 3 B 1 C 2Auction Saturday 12th October 1.00pmPrice Guide $570,000-$620,000Inspect Sat 12.00-12.30 Sun 12.45-1.15Office 33 Anderson Street, Yarraville.
9687 8388Contact Dean Johnson 0414 397 163
Wayne Rogers 0411 854 094
When Location Is Of Paramount Importance,Consider This!• Complete overhaul req & not for the faint hearted• Double front period residence of 5 principal rooms• Floor plan offers 3 bedrooms & formal lounge• Kitchen & meals area, tiled bathroom & WC• Ideal live in renovator & or development site• Dual st front, land area 9m x 42m /380m2 approx
Enchanting & Elegant Edwardian Residence• Classic façade with superb return verandah• Master bedroom with abundance of BIRs• Lounge room with gas wall furnace & air cond• Dining area adjacent to living room & kitchen• 2nd bdrm, bathroom with vanity/shower over bath• Kitchen with meals area and aspect to rear yard• Row at rear for OSP, separate laundry & WC
Yarraville 71 Williamstown Road A 2 B 1 C 1Auction Saturday 12th October 2.00pmPrice Guide $470,000-$510,000Inspect Sat 12.45-1.15 Sun 10.30-11.00Office 33 Anderson Street, Yarraville.
9687 8388Contact Rob Sarosi 0438 373 562
Wayne Rogers 0411 854 094
The Wow Factor Applies Beyond the FrontDoor –• Contemporary, clinical, convenient & cosy• Apartment with all boxes ticked & offering• Lounge room feature wall & polished floors• All new kitchen with new appliances• Single bedroom offers double BIR• Tiled bthrm combined european laundry & sep WC
Kingsville 3/19 Kingsville Street A 1 B 1 C 1Auction Saturday 19th October 11.00amPrice Guide $188,000-$200,000Inspect Saturday 1.30-2.00Office 320 Barkly Street, Footscray.
9689 8388Contact Darren Dean 0438 550 055
Taylor Jones 0423 502 923
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Private SaleESR $POAInspect By AppointmentTamie Byrom 0439006681Footscray 9689 6011169 Barkly Street
• Extremely well presented• Spacious, Bright and Warm• Recently painted & new carpets• Convenient Location• Great first home buy or terrific invest-ment
2 A 1 B 1 C
Maidstone 10/24 Rooney Street
Private SaleESR $320,000 - $340,000Inspect This Saturday 2:00pm - 2:30pmHoang Pham 0478 510 506Footscray 9689 6011169 Barkly Street
• Excellent Location• Close to all services• Move in OR rent out• Potential rent of $300 p/w
3 A 1 B 1 C
St Albans 28 Thorndon Drive
Private SaleESR $POAInspect By AppointmentTamie Byrom 0439006681Footscray 9689 6011169 Barkly Street
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• Handy & Convenient to live in• Excellent first Investment• Close to all services and amenities• Potential, Location, Opportunity
2 A 1 B 1 C
Footscray 24/99 Creswick Street
Footscray 32 Buckingham Street
ESR MUST BE SOLDTamie Byrom0439006681John Verduci0411660844Footscray 9689 6011169 Barkly Street
Not for the fainthearted, this run down single frontedbrick cottage is crying out for elbow grease and TLC.Requiring major renovation, your handyman skills willunlock the potential this charming home has to offerand is a MUST see for first home buyers.
Auction Saturday 12th October 11:00amInspect This Saturday 12:00pm - 12:30pm
3 A 1 B
Private SaleESR PRICE REDUCED !!Inspect This Saturday 1:00pm - 1:30pmTamie Byrom 0439006681Footscray 9689 6011169 Barkly Street
• Majestic solid brick residence• Quality fittings throughout• Land 740m2, corner location• Huge spaces in all respects• Multiple living and entertaining spaces
4 A 2 B 3 C
Deer Park 867 Ballarat Road
Auction Thursday 31st October @12:30pmESR MUST BE SOLDInspect By AppointmentJohn Verduci 0411660844Footscray 9689 6011169 Barkly Street
• Leased to GE Personal Finance• Leased at $55,000.00 per annum• Lease expires 31st October 2015• Option for 2 x 3 years• Tenant pays all outgoings
St Albans 57 Alfrieda Street
Auction Saturday 9th November @11:00amESR $400,000 plusInspect By AppointmentJay Pham 0478 510 506John Verduci 0411 660 844Footscray 9689 6011
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• 2-Level apartment with City views• Only 4 km’s to Melbourne’s CBD• Walk to Vic Uni & Footscray station• Freshly painted throughout• Quality finishes
2 A 1 B 1 C
Footscray 18/42A Byron Street
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When you need experience and knowledge inreal estate, you can’t go past the Thomson trioFrank Trimboli, Frank Forti and John Verduci.Servicing the inner-west with over 100 years of collectivereal estate experience, they and their hard working teamat Thomson inc. Frank Trimboli Real Estate have helpedthousands of people in property transactions and continue to doso on a daily basis. From helping developers on multi-milliondollar projects to renting flats to overseas students, we prideourselves on the level of service and attention to detail weprovide to each and every one of our valued clients.
Buying, selling or renting – it’s not a job, it’s a passion we shareand a part of our lives. We would love to share our experienceswith you. So if you are wanting more than just a sales-person,give us a call on 9689 6011 and experience the Thomsondifference.
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Nestled at the back of a quiet block, this two-bedroom villa unit is a rare find, and it has a private rear lane. Both bedrooms have built-in wardrobes and share a renovated bathroom/laundry. Ripe for renovation is a light-filled kitchen with Caesarstone benches, glossy overhead cabinetry, a dishwasher, and stainless-steel, gas cooking appliances. An open-plan living area has polished floorboards,
timber venetian blinds and split-system airconditioning. Concrete steps lead down to the paved courtyard, which is perfect for those who want the space to entertain outdoors. Extras include ducted heating, a single garage and a second car space in the rear lane. Surrounded by other quality properties, this unit in South Williamstown is just a stroll to the beach, shops, cafes, trains and schools. \
WILLIAMSTOWN \ 5/91-92 RAILWAY
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Williams Real Estate Williamstown \ 9397 2000 Price \ $540,000 – $580,000 Auction \ October 5 at 11.30am
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With lifestyle benefits galore, this period-style house couldn’t be in a better location. Cafes, shops, Victoria University’s Footscray campus, parks, and Footscray, Middle Footscray and West Footscray railway stations are within walking distance. The residence, affectionately known as ‘Comrie’, will take the new owners back in time with its picture rails and leadlight glass, while other
features include a fireplace, central heating, timber french doors, high ceilings, a bay window and downlights. Three spacious bedrooms have large built-in wardrobes; there’s a bathroom with shower over spa, laundry with shower, separate toilet, an open-plan living-dining room and kitchen with dishwasher. Out back is an undercover entertainment area with paving underfoot; a large shed, water tank and self-contained studio (or home-office or teenage retreat). \
FOOTSCRAY \ 82 MACphERsOn sTREET
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Biggin and Scott Yarraville \ 9687 8899 Price \ $600,000 – $640,000 Auction \ October 12 at noon
AUCTION 5 October 2013 at 12:00pmInspect: Sat 11.30 to 12.00pmPrice: $540,000 - $560,000Mel Ref: 55 J7
WilliamstoWn 44 Park Cres
PLENTY OF LAND – 480M²Ideal opportunity to secure substantial parcel of land with existingresidence containing 2 Bedrooms, Lounge with gas heating, Kitchen,Gas facilities plus large Bungalow.
Well situated in sought after residential area with easy access toshopping, bus, trains and school.
AUCTION 12 October 2013 at 11amInspect: Sat 2pm to 2.30pmPrice: $320,000 - $340,000Mel Ref: 41 H3
West Footscray 10 /614 Barkly St
WELL LOCATED VILLA UNITExcellent opportunity to secure a villa unit either for your own use orfor investment in most sought after location. The unit comprises of2 bedrooms with BIR, lounge, kitchen with dining area plus garage.Enjoy the convenience of being within a leisurely stroll to BarklyVillage, Central West Shopping Centre, Bus, Train and Schools
AUCTION 12 October 2013 2pmInspect: Sat 11am to 11.30amPrice: $520,000 - $540,000Mel Ref: 42 B9
yarraville 24 Blackwood St
TOP LOCATION + R.O.W AT REARIdeal opportunity to secure brick veneer home, either for investmentor your own use, well placed with easy access to Yarraville Villageand transport facilities. Dwelling includes 2 Bedrooms, Lounge withGas Heating, Kitchen plus Garage with access from R.O.W. at rear.
AUCTION 12 October 2013 12.30pmInspect: Sat 12 - 12.30pmPrice: $510,000 - $560,000Mel Ref: 42 A6
RENOVATIONREQUIRED + R.O.W.AT REARExcellent opportunity to reno-vate to suit your own require-ments. Property consists of 2Bedrooms, Lounge with Tap-estry Fireplace, Kitchen plusconcreted right of way at rear.Land: 7.31 x 30.48 Propertywell located within walkingdistance to Seddon Villageplus Bus and Train.
SeddON 6 Hamilton St
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AUCTION 19 October 2013 at 11amInspect: Sat 1pm to 1.30pmPrice: $380,000 - $410,000Mel Ref: 42 C4
Footscray 24/20 French St
a GeM in the heart of footsCrayThis inviting 2 bedroom apartment offers a relaxed and lowmaintenance lifestyle in central Footscray.Featuring a comfortable open plan kitchen, dining and living space,a central bathroom with a European laundry, Modern appliances,RC air conditioning/heating, BIR’s, wall heaters, balcony, a securebuilding entrance and a secure car space complete the package.
AUCTION 19 October 2013 at 11amInspect: Sat 11.15am to 11.45amPrice: $270,000 to 290,000Mel Ref: 13 F9
Kings ParK 16 AlAn St
ready for renovationHere is your chance to purchase a family home either to refurbishfor your own use or for investment purposes. Includes 3 Bedrooms,Lounge, Kitchen, Gas Facilities through-out plus 2 Car Garage. WellSituated within walking to Schools, Transport and Parkland.Land 15.8 x 34.4
AUCTION 19 October 2013 at 2pmInspect: Sat 11am to 11.30amPrice: $290,000 - $315,000Mel Ref: 41 H6
Kingsville 10/361 GeelonG road
Low Maintenance and affordabLe LivingThis top level apartment offers an opportunity to purchaseaffordable inner city real estate. It ideally suits a first home buyer orinvestor looking for a low maintenance property. It offers a spaciouslounge separate kitchen/meals, 2 bedrooms with BIR’s, plus carport.Located in a sought after area – so call now before you miss out.
AUCTION 26 October 2013 at 12.30Inspect: Sat 1.15pm to 1.45pmPrice: $500,000 - $530,000Mel Ref: 41 J2
Footscray 29 Summerhill rd
ClassiC Californian with Many Period featuresCalifornian Bungalow with many features in original condition on agenerous allotment. The home has two bedrooms, dining, lounge,renovated bathroom, gas heating, split system heating/coolingand more. Exposed timber skirtings, architraves, ornate ceilings,decorative cornices and chandeliers are featured throughout. Bookyour inspection now!!!
Call Tony 9687 1344 or 0411 121701or any of our friendly staff
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Private SalePrice: From $390,000Mel Ref: 27 F12
Maidstone 30-32 ChurChill avenue
Luxury, architecturaL design and LifestyLeThese townhouses locate in a highly desirable address for investorsand owner occupiers alike. They offer a collection of high qualityand contemporary residences include well utilise space lay-outs,European steel appliances, Carpet to all bedrooms, tiles to all wetarea, timber floor to all livings. 2 bedrooms or 3 bedrooms availablewith generously sized garage and remote control.
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Gunn & co.
cEntury 21 AGEntS.SMARTER. BOLDER. FASTER.CENTURY21.COM.AU
Price $490,000 - $520,000Auction Saturday 12th October
at 11.30amVieW Saturday 10.45 - 11.15am
Agent Ricky Peacock 0407 770 451
49 Ferguson street, WilliAmstoWn9397 5555
Lifestyle & Location, it’s all here!WilliAmstoWn 4/72 Dover roadThis would have to be one of the best renovatedUnits offered in Williamstown this year. Simplystunning in every regard and no expense spared inthis fantastic property, only a minute’s walk to all ofWilliamstown’s eateries, the Strand foreshore andShopping. Comprising; 2 good sized BRs, amazingBathroom with Spa. Open plan Lounge Kitchen &Meals area Laundry & Toilet, LUG & extra Parkingfor 2 visitors Rear sun deck & BBQ area DuctedHeating , Split air-conditioner, Alarm, Dishwasher,plus many quality appointments.
2 A 1 B 3 C
Auction
Price $430,000 - $460,00Auction Saturday 12th October
at 2.30pmVieW As advertised or by appointment
Agent Kevin Gunn 0418 997 914
49 Ferguson street, WilliAmstoWn9397 5555
Talk about location, location!neWPort 4/28 Peel streetJust a short stroll to the Strand with its superbcity views & the walking track to the heart ofWilliamstown, this tasteful villa is cradled atthe rear of the block in a very private setting.Property comprises 2 BRs, large bathroom, veryneat kitchen & a generous lounge providing greatlight as it faces the afternoon sun. Other featuresinclude a superior low maintenance backyard withgarden shed & even an avocado tree! All locatedclose to amenities including shops, cafes schools& public transport.
2 A 1 B 1 C
undEr oFFEr
Price POAAuction Saturday 5th October
at 3.00pmVieW Saturday 2.30 - 3.00pm
Agent Kevin Gunn 0418 997 914
49 Ferguson street, WilliAmstoWn9397 5555
Secure one of Williamstown’s veryspecial homes.WilliAmstoWn 69 Verdon streetSet on a magnificent corner allotment of some900m2 of land, This extensively renovated andextended double storey residence offers gorgeousspaces for the family. Up to 5 bedrooms (main withlarge W.I.R. and marble ensuite), 4 bathrooms eachwith quality fittings, up to 4 car spaces, formalsitting room, formal dining, study with built in bookshelves, guest bedroom, games/rumpus/children’sretreat, designer kitchen, plus open living spaceoverlooking the magnificent Alfresco dining area.
5 A 4 B 4 C
Auction SAturdAy
Price $660,000 - $690,000Auction Saturday 5th October
at 12.00pmVieW Saturday 11.30 - 12.00pm
Agent Ricky Peacock 0407 770 451
49 Ferguson street, WilliAmstoWn9397 5555
Luxury Parkside LivingneWPort 4/71 oxford streetIdeally located next to Ducrow reserve withuninterrupted views, this low maintenancenorth facing double storey townhouse is not to bemissed. Move in and start enjoying the benefits thisproperty and location have to offer or purchase fora sound investment.Property comprises of 3 double bedrooms withrobes, (master w WIR), very generousopen plan kitchen/dining and living area, 2bathrooms & paved courtyard.
3 A 2 B 2 C
Auction SAturdAy
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Gunn & co.
cEntury 21 AGEntS.SMARTER. BOLDER. FASTER.CENTURY21.COM.AU
Price $740,000 - $760,000Auction Saturday 5th October
1.30pmVieW Saturday 1.00 - 1.30pm
Agent Kevin Gunn 0418 997 914
49 Ferguson street, WilliAmstoWn9397 5555
Classic Newport QualityneWPort 16 oakbank streetLocated in one of Newports best streets &within walking distance of the Strand and all thatWilliamstown has to offer, this property is hard tobeat.The home comprises 3 bedrooms, bathroom &Study upstairs, with stunning views of the City.The ground floor has another bedroom & bathroomwith a modern kitchen with Stone Bench tops. Aformal living area looks out over the rear balcony tothe family friendly rear Garden.
4 A 2 B 1 C
Auction SAturdAy
Price $700,000 - $750,000Auction Saturday 12th October
at 1.30pmVieW Saturday 3.45 - 4.15pm
Agent Kevin Gunn 0418 997 914
49 Ferguson street, WilliAmstoWn9397 5555
Modern, Bright an AbsoluteDelightWilliAmstoWn 21 Anile PlaceComplimented by high ceilings and a north facingaspect, this lovely family home is deceptivelyspacious. The stunning three bedrooms, two storeytown-house comprises a formal lounge and anopen plan kitchen and dining. The sleek kitchen isequipped with Smeg appliances. The dining areaoverlooks a large low maintenance rear courtyard,ideal for entertaining.
3 A 2 B 2 C
Auction
Price $570,000 - $630,000Auction Saturday 19th October
at 11.30amVieW Saturday 1.00 - 1.30pm
Agent Ricky Peacock 0407 770 451
49 Ferguson street, WilliAmstoWn9397 5555
Great Opportunity, Great PositionneWPort 2/86 elizabeth streetThis superb townhouse residence is situated in alovely pocket of Newport. All amenities includingtrain station, local shops, schools and parks areall an easy walking distance. Property comprises3 generous bedrooms, main bathroom, large openplan kitchen/lounge and separate dining with extrafeatures including high ceilings, stone bench tops,900mm 5 burner S/S cook top, timber staircase,powder room, reverse cycle ducted heating/cooling, large laundry w storage, remote lock updouble garage and landscaped private courtyards.
3 A 1 B 2 C
Auction
Price $950,000 - $1,050,000Auction Saturday 19th October
at 1.30pmVieW Saturday 11.15 - 11.45am
Agent Kevin Gunn 0418 997 914
49 Ferguson street, WilliAmstoWn9397 5555
Prime Position – Fabulous Fit OutneWPort 277 melbourne roadThis family home offers the true essence ofcosmopolitan bayside living & only a minute’s driveto Williamstown & easy access to Trains & theC.B.D. With a contemporary floor plan & finishes,the accommodation comprises 4 BRs with BIRsbalcony with views, central bathroom, master BRwith ensuite, formal living area & state of the artkitchen with a huge open plan living/dining areaopening onto a superbly landscaped garden.
4 A 3 B 2 C
Auction
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THE FAMILY DREAMFrom the moment you step inside, you will appreciate everything thatthis renovated home has to offer. If the wide street frontage, landscapedgardens & 588sqm allotment (approx) weren’t impressive enough, internalimprovements make this home a stand out. Living space with cathedralceilings & plantation shutters. Open plan kitchen & dining area opens to thebackyard. 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite & access to private courtyard,main bathroom, laundry, hardwood flooring, new tiles & carpets throughout.Gas heating & split system air-conditioning. Double carport + drivewayparking, perfect for visitors. Quiet & convenient location, close to Altona Gate,transport, parklands & schools. Easy access to M1 Freeway & CBD.
LARGE MODERN TOWNHOUSELow maintenance, brick townhouse ideally positioned with transport at yourdoorstep, shops/cafes, schools and Newport Lakes Reserve only a shortstroll away, and easy access to Williamstown Beach and the CBD.Comprises spacious light-filled lounge, open plan kitchen/dining, entertainerscourtyard, modern kitchen with stone benchtops and quality appliances,separate laundry and powder room.Also comprises three bedrooms with built-in robes, (including master withensuite and balcony), and sparkling central bathroom with bath.Features ducted heating, air-conditioning, hardwood floors, low maintenancegarden, lock-up garage and visitor parking.
Auction Saturday 26 October at 2.30
MELWAYS 55 F3
inSpEct Saturday 5 October 11.15 - 11.45Sunday 6 October 11.00 - 11.30
A BREATHTAKING CITY HOMELocated on the city fringe with views of Melbourne’s skyline. Elevated 3bedroom home. One of the largest properties in this complex, nestled alongthe Maribyrnong River. Renovated to offer the very best designer, inner citylifestyle. Open plan living/dining, polished concrete floors, kitchen with S/Sappliances, Caesarstone benchtops & splashbacks. A home for entertainingwith a glazed aspect to private balcony. Master retreat on the top floor with2nd private balcony, overlooking our CBD. Natural light & privacy assured,unique position on the end of the block & no immediate neighbour. Offeringevery luxury that you would expect in a home such as this. LUG with remoteaccess & storage. Stroll to walkways, bike paths, cafes, schools & University.
Auction Saturday 26 October at 3.30
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FOOTSCRAY 9/78 Droop StreetMaylene - Art Deco DelightWith its charm and character, this delightful art deco apartment is sure to impressboth first home buyers and investors alike. Situated on the first floor it features two wellappointed bedrooms, large living area (with heating), central bathroom and updatedseparate kitchen.Includes high ceilings, hardwood timber floors and large period windows allowing light toflow throughout. Moments away from nearby shops, cafes, parklands, Victoria Universityand public transport providing effortless access into CBD.
AUCTION Saturday 5th October 1.00 PMINSPECT Saturday 12.30 PM - 1.00 PMPrICE gUIdE POACONTACT Sam Ajredini 0419 361 071
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Great potential for astute investor, developer orsimple family home.• Bright and cosy brick home with large double garage• Comp 3 bed, lounge, kitchen plus bungalow at rear.Land 18.6 x36.6. • Walking distance to Broadway shops,schools and transport.
42 Graham Street, NewportFor SaLe
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Great investment or 1st home buyer opportunity Set on largeblock of land of 585m2 (18.3m x 32m) approx.Comfortable 3 bedroom BV home • Lounge, largekitchen & dinning area • Central heating, all gasappliances • Garage, plenty off street parking. Wellestablished garden.
8 Beevers street, AltonA northFor SaLe
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Buyers looking for a house with a well-designed and user-friendly layout won’t be able to look past this one in South Kingsville. The main bedroom with bay window, built-in wardrobe and en suite with twin-basin vanity and spa are at the front, while the other two bedrooms with built-in robes are at the back. An open-plan living-dining space and kitchen with stone benchtops, loads of glossy
white cupboards, skylights and European stainless-steel appliances, including a dishwasher, are the hub of the home. There’s also a bathroom, separate toilet and laundry with drying cupboard. Polished floorboards, a multi-zoned reverse-cycle airconditioner, Colorbond fences, a single garage with remote-control and low-maintenance landscaped gardens are included. And with proximity to Vernon Street’s shops and eateries, Altona Gate shopping centre, Spotswood train station, parks and schools, this property couldn’t be in a better spot. \
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Jas Stephens Yarraville \ 9316 9000 Price \ $530,000 – $570,000 Auction \ October 12 at 11am
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91 Chapman Street SunshinePresentation Plus/The Perfect Star!• 3 bedrooms, all with BIR’s • Lounge roomwithgas heater • Neat kitchen adjoining meals area• Bright updated bathroom • Single garage• Lowmaintenance livingFor SaleInspect Saturday 12.15 - 12.45pmAgent David Falcone 0413 116 717MapRef 40 H3
10 Drinkwater Crescent SunshineWestCorner Block/Great Location• 3 good sized bedrooms, all with BIR’s• Comfortable lounge room • Neat kitchenadjoining meals area • Central bathroom• Carport • Land size 625m2 (approx)For SaleInspect Saturday 2.30 - 3.00pmAgent Sang Do 0419 935 955MapRef 40 C3
16 Cawood Drive SunshineWestStep Inside & Be Surprised• 3 spacious bedrooms, with B.I.R’s • Generoussized lounge room • Upgrade kitchen with mealsarea • Bright central bathroom • Large pergola• 4 car carportFor SaleInspect By AppointmentAgent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097MapRef 40 C5
13 Arthur StreetBraybrookA Stunning Internal Renovation!• 3 bedrooms, all with BIR’s • Spacious loungeroom • Appealing 2 pak kitchen with stonebenchtops • Meals area • Updated bathroom, 2toilets • Remote roller doorFor SaleInspect Saturday 10.45 - 11.15amAgent David Falcone 0413 116 717MapRef 41 B2
34 Dunbar Avenue SunshineConvenience And Potential• 3 large bedrooms with BIR’s • Generous sizedlounge room • Separate dining room • Rumpusroom • Brilliant kitchen with meals area • Largegarage, pergola • Land size approx 630m2For SaleInspect Saturday 1.00 - 1.30pmAgent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097MapRef 40 G4
9 Hyett Court SunshineWest3 + Study, Style & Space• 3 large bedrooms with B.I.R’s + study• Main bedroomwith einsuite • Comfortablelounge room • Spacious kitchen with meals area
For SaleInspect Saturday 3.15 - 3.45pmAgent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097MapRef 40 C4
24 Romsey Avenue SunshineNorthAttention All Developers• 3 bedrooms • Comfortable lounge room• Kitchen with meals area • Large allotmentapprox 720m2 • Potential for furtherdevelopment (S.T.C.A)For SaleInspect Saturday 10.45 - 11.15amAgent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097MapRef 26 G7
26 Bennett Street SunshineWestFirst Home Buyers, Investors & Developers• 3 bedrooms, all with BIR’s • Lounge roomwithcathedral ceiling •Updated kitchen adjoiningmeals area • Brilliant central bathroom • Largepergola & 2 bedroom bungalowFor SaleInspect Saturday 2.30 - 3.00pmAgent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097MapRef 40 D5
22 Garnet Street SunshineNorthCorner Block/Brilliant Location• Large bedrooms • Comfortable lounge room• Updated kitchen • Separate dining area• Sunroom • Bright bathroom • Developmentpotential (STCA)For SaleInspect Saturday 11.30 -12.00pmAgent David Falcone 0413 116 717MapRef 26 H9
13 Robson Street SunshineNorthThe Perfect Start/Something Really Special!• 3 comfortable bedrooms ( 2 with BIR’s)• Spacious lounge room • Updated kitchenadjoining meals area • Bright central bathroomwith spa • Large garageFor SaleInspect Saturday 10.45 - 11.15amAgent Sang Do 0419 935 955MapRef 27 A7
1/16 Hammond Street SunshineNorthYoung & Modern• 2 or 3 bedrooms (2 with MBIR’s) •Study areacomfortable lounge room • Appealing kitchenmeals area • Bright quality bathroom • Lock-upgarageFor SaleInspect Saturday 12.15 - 12.45pmAgent Sang Do 0419 935 955MapRef 26 H8
9 Compton Parade SunshineNorthGreat Starter-Nest Or Invest• 3 good sized bedrooms • Spacious loungeroom • Neat kitchen with meals area • Centralbathroom • Sunroom • Single garage
For SaleInspect Saturday 11.30 - 12.00pmAgent Fred ( Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097MapRef 26 H8
14 Belmore Road SunshineNorthWeatherboard Delight• 3 Spacious bedrooms • Comfortable loungeroomwith gas heater • Well equipped kitchenadjoining meals area • Bright quality bathroom• Large garage and carportFor SaleInspect Saturday 11.30 - 12.00pmAgent Sang Do 0419 935 955MapRef 26 J7
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Live a harmonious lifestyle in sustainable, modern surroundings. Exercise and explore on the bikepaths, nature walks and parklands. Riverwalk’s contemporary architecture, abundant planned community facilities, easy access to transport and natural setting means there really is a lot to love here.
Land now selling from $139,000.* Call 131 852 or visit us visit us at myriverwalk.com.au*Subject to availability
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ONE BEDROOM FLAT/UNIT/APARTMENTSNEWPORT 4/29 Schutt Street Now $250.00SEDDON 1/68 Pentland Parade Now $235.00WEST FOOTSCRAY 5/21 Hampton Parade 15/10/2013 $215.00WEST FOOTSCRAY 5/1 Hatfi eld Court Now $220.00TWO BEDROOM FLAT/UNIT/APARTMENTSFOOTSCRAY 706/10 Droop Street 15/10/2013 $350.00FOOTSCRAY 19/55 Moreland Street 02/10/2013 $360.00KINGSVILLE 5/7 Kingsville Street 18/10/2013 $350.00NEWPORT 11/508 Melbourne Road Now $265.00SEDDON 8/50 Bayview Road 01/10/2013 $275.00SEDDON 10/130 Victoria Street 15/10/2013 $390.00WEST FOOTSCRAY 7/3 Hampton Parade 01/10/2013 $270.00YARRAVILLE 9/117 Anderson Street Now $290.00YARRAVILLE 11/58 Ballarat Street 02/10/2013 $410.00YARRAVILLE 3/114 Hyde Street 31/10/2013 $300.00YARRAVILLE 19/37 Somerville Road Now $310.00THREE BEDROOM FLAT/UNIT/APARTMENTSMAIDSTONE 1/12 Clarendon Street 08/10/2013 $380.00YARRAVILLE 114/200 Stephen Street Now $495.00TWO BEDROOM TOWNHOUSESSPOTSWOOD 2/165 Hudsons Road 14/10/2013 $415.00THREE BEDROOM TOWNHOUSESFOOTSCRAY 4/20 Hewitt Avenue 08/10/2013 $500.00FOOTSCRAY 62 McDougall Drive 29/10/2013 $495.00NEWPORT 8 Johnston Street 01/10/2013 $480.00T 61/124-136 Mason Street Now $450.00SEDDON 34 Emma Street Now $450.00 YARRAVILLE 11/11 Berry Street 09/10/2013 $600.00TWO BEDROOM HOUSESFOOTSCRAY 25 Parker Street 24/10/2013 $400.00FOOTSCRAY 25 Windsor Street 10/10/2013 $360.00KINGSVILLE 53 Kingsville Street Now $380.00NEWPORT 44 Crawford Street Now $330.00SEDDON 18 James Street 01/10/2013 $410.00SEDDON 73 Pilgrim Street 08/10/2013 $430.00SEDDON 37 Seddon Street 02/10/2013 $500.00WEST FOOTSCRAY 29 Gwelo Street Now $310.00YARRAVILLE 83 Ballarat Street 05/10/2013 $460.00YARRAVILLE 10 Beatrice Street Now $430.00YARRAVILLE 2 Globe Street Now $350.00YARRAVILLE 8 Marjory Street 05/10/2013 $420.00YARRAVILLE 38 O’Farrell Street Now $515.00 YARRAVILLE 41 Ovens Street Now $420.00THREE BEDROOM HOUSESFOOTSCRAY 18 Adelaide Street Now $420.00FOOTSCRAY 2 Eden Street 01/10/2013 $480.00KINGSVILLE 63 Empress Avenue 04/10/2013 $420.00KINGSVILLE 62 Queensville Street Now $550.00MAIDSTONE 1/5 Alma Street 08/11/2013 $430.00MAIDSTONE 22 Macedon Street Now $400.00WEST FOOTSCRAY 8 Barton Street 15/10/2013 $495.00YARRAVILLE 7 Alice Street 01/10/2013 $400.00YARRAVILLE 7 Benbow Street Now $550.00YARRAVILLE 6 Montague Street Now $520.00YARRAVILLE 32 Somerville Road Now $465.00YARRAVILLE 33 Sussex Street 28/10/2013 $620.00
YARRAVILLE, 3/114 Hyde Street
IMMACULATELY PRESENTEDThis gorgeous 3 bedroom Victorian has got it all - updated living whilst still retaining its period features. Offering BIR’s & open fi re place in master bedroom, formal lounge with gas log fi re & split system a/c, timber kitchen with adjoining meals or 2nd living area, & period style bathroom with claw foot bath. A generous rear yard & double garage at rear complete this beautiful home. Minutes away from sought after “Yarraville Village” lifestyle.
Now $465.00
YARRAVILLE, 41 Ovens Street
Now $420.00
PERFECTLY POSITIONED TO LIVE THE YARRAVILLE LIFESTYLEThe ultimate inner city living! This 2 bedroom reno-vated home boasts generous open plan living area. French doors open up to paved courtyard ideal for entertaining, completely private & very low maintenance. Featuring updated kitchen with pantry & dishwasher, main bedroom with BIR’s, bathroom with shower over spa. Situated only a 30 second walk to the heart of the Yarraville village lifestyle with Cafe’s, Sun Theatre & the train station at your fi nger tips. Bonus ducted heating.
14/10/2013 $415.00
SPOTSWOOD, 2/165 Hudsons Road
31/10/2013 $300.00
AS NEAT AS A PIN!Spacious ground fl oor apartment
in sought after location, comprising
of two carpeted bedrooms with
built in wardrobes, separate lounge
room with balcony, beautifully reno-
vated kitchen with stainless steel
appliances & breakfast bar, neat &
clean bathroom with laundry facili-
ties. Bonus car space.
LUXURY AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICEThis 2 bedroom townhouse offers luxury & convenience at your fi ngertips. A gourmet kitchen with gas stainless steel appliances, open plan living area with polished fl oors, modern bathroom, European laun-dry & low maintenance courtyard. Features ducted heating through-out, single garage, easy access to the CBD via the Westgate Freeway & close to shops, local parks & public transport.
Now $430.00
IMMACULATE!This completely renovated apartment is ideal for those who appreciate the value of low-maintenance spaces in a convenient location. A living/dining area which incorporates a neat open -plan kitchen zone is attractively presented & catches lots of natural light while the inviting double bedroom features BIR’s & a well maintained en suite. Car-port add extra appeal in a cul-de-sac setting close to Somerville Road transport.
Now $220.00
WEST FOOTSCRAY, 5/1 Hatfi eld CourtYARRAVILLE, 10 Beatrice Street
AN IDEAL SETTINGDouble fronted two bedroom home carpeted throughout, formal lounge with separate dining area adjacent to the kitchen, northerly facing rear sunroom overlooking the large secure backyard. The property is serviced by split system heating and cooling, central bathroom and sepa-rate laundry. Also features side drive and located with walking distance to Yarraville village and train station.
YARRAVILLE, 7 Benbow StreetKINGSVILLE, 62 Queensville Street
Now $550.00
POSITION & PERSONALITY!Leafy privacy complements the Art Deco tones and inviting modern spaces of this bright, fl exible home moments’ walk from Wembley Primary School. North facing living that creates 3rd bedroom options sets a welcoming tone for two principal bedrooms and two bathrooms, central dining room, generous separate kitchen and superb family room. Heating & cool-ing ensure constant comfort. designer deck, charming backdrop & carport accessed from Bena Street enhance a delightful, distinctive home.
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“IT’S ABSOLUTELY STUNNING”An instantly appealing combination of Edwardian character & contemporary comfort has been achieved throughout this beautifully renovated 3 bedroom home in a constantly sought after Kingsville address. Natural light, high ceilings & polished fl oors defi ne a living/dining area featuring heating/cooling and a Jetmaster open fi re-place, com-plemented by a European equipped Caesar-stone kitchen. Designer bath-room & separate laundry. A north west rear garden & off street parking.
Now $550.00
YARRAVILLE, 32 Somerville Road
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ALTONA Large house, close toshopping centre/station. Fully furnroom with air cond. Must beemployed. $140pw incl expenses.☎0435 696 014 or 0466 342 846.
DEER PARK Room available infully furnished house. No bills orbond. Close to public transportand shops. Phone 0450 129 694.
HOPPERS CROSSING Fur-nished room, BIR’s, internet.$170pw. + bond, no bills.9748 7890 or 0423 350 899.
ALTONA MEADOWS Couples/pets accepted. Fully furn rm withfull ens, 2 living areas. $250pw.Internet and bills included. Closeto all amenities. ✆ 0413 020 554.
POINT COOK Fully furnished BRfor rent in double storey home,close to all amenities. $165pw inclultities. Phone 0433 181 741.
WYNDHAM VALE Room to rent,includes separate large bathroom.$290 per fortnight includes bills.Please call Michael 0400 023 185.
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There can’t be many devices that are as technically advanced, or built to finer tolerances, than the diesel motors
coming out of Europe. They are remarkable.The key to smooth running is breaking the
fuel into the smallest droplets possible, and it’s done by increasing the injection pressure at the cylinder. Fuel enters the cylinders of modern European diesels at 2050 Bar. How much is that? Were you to balance a Land Cruiser on a single stiletto heel, you’d be about there.
And they’re made to run more quietly by a pilot burn, injecting a tiny amount of fuel – about enough to sit on a pin head – to start the burn before the main injection of fuel follows a millisecond or two later. A jet travelling at 1000 km/h would cover 25 centimetres in the time between the pilot burn and main burn.
Getting all this to happen a couple of thousand times a minute takes incredibly fine timing and production tolerances. Fuel channels entering the cylinder are a micron wide. Human hair is anything from 20 to 60 microns thick.
It also takes the right fuel. We didn’t get the good European diesel motors here until 2005. Until then our diesel fuel carried too much sulphur for them. The Americans were a couple of years behind us.
Until lately, Japanese diesel motors have been the almost-exclusive province of 4WD and commercial vehicles but, to sell
cars in serious volumes into Europe, Japanese manufacturers have to produce diesels that
not only comply with Euro emission regulations but are also competitive.
They’re getting there, but there |is still refinement to achieve. Mazda is now making a push into the technology in passenger cars and SUVs.The 2.2-litre diesel in the Mazda 6
is a bit noisier and not quite as smooth as those coming out of Europe, but it’s every bit as economical and that’s probably enough
for the bulk of buyers. If you can live with a little extra clatter as the car idles, and deeper, growlier induction noise when you accelerate, this car is a definite proposition, even at a premium of about $3000 on the equivalent petrol model.
The Mazda 6 is such a good thing anyway that getting the bonus of brilliant economy becomes very attractive. It looks good, drives beautifully and has generous cabin space, and it’s a pretty good deal.
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Australian car buyers have never been so spoilt for choice in the compact luxury-car market.
New arrivals such as the all-new front-wheel-drive Mercedes-Benz A-Class and Volvo V40 hatchback have shaken up the status quo around the $40,000 mark, giving dominant players such as the BMW 1 Series, Audi A3 and Mini pause for thought.
But what goes around comes around, and Audi has reloaded with a third-generation A3 built on a new modular chassis architecture shared with parent company Volkswagen’s latest Golf. Of course, Audi has dipped into its high-falutin’ parts bin to give the � ve-door hatch – called a Sportback in Audi-speak – a special edge over its white-bread cousin.
Strangely, though, the Audi A3 design team appears to have rested on its laurels this time around, with a mildly evolutionary exterior workover, making the new model hard to distinguish from its predecessor.
Still, it bristles with Audi design cues from the German company’s cookie-cutter design book and could not be confused for anything but a sharp Euro sports runabout.
� e all-turbo, all-automatic A3 range starts at $35,600 (plus on-road costs) for the 1.4-litre TFSI Attraction. But our test car was the upmarket, more powerful $42,500 1.8 TFSI Ambition in its front-wheel-drive guise.
Just this month, Audi added a Quattro version of this model, with the same handy 132kW of power but with more torque and the trademark all-wheel-drive grip, for an extra $3000.
Because all A3s now ride on new lightweight underpinnings – up to 85 kilograms lighter than before – fuel consumption and performance have been enhanced, as it takes less energy to propel a trim and taut body. However, sending the chassis to WeightWatchers can have consequences, and we sensed slightly more road noise on coarse-chip bitumen roads.
Despite this, the A3 retains its wonderful Euro-chic driving ambience, with highly burnished surfaces and
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AudI A3 1.8 TFSI AMBITION
What is it? Front-wheel-drive small luxury hatchback.
What’s in it?1.8-litre turbo-charged four-cylinder petrol engine. Power: 132kW. 0-100km/h: 7.3 sec.
is it thirsty?4.5 stars – 5.6 litres per 100 kilometres.
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switchgear that operates with a satisfying “thunk”. Leather upholstery is standard on all A3s; the Ambition trim level gains snug sports seats with multiple adjustments as part of a package of extras that also includes bigger 17-inch alloy wheels, front fog lights and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with an array of handy buttons for audio control and other devices.
Our test car was equipped with the extra-cost $2990 Technik package, which includes a bigger touch-screen with sat-nav system and reversing camera. The seven-inch LCD screen rises majestically from the dashboard to stand proud when in operation, but we wonder if the extra complexity of the motors and electronic controls are really necessary when compared with a fixed screen.
Our confidence was dented on one occasion when the sat-nav declined to boot-up properly on start-up, but generally it behaved itself.
The A3 is theoretically a five-seater, although the back seat is not the biggest in its class. It is adequate for three children or two large adults back there.
The rear hatch provides access to a commendable boot that offers 380 litres of luggage room, or 1220 litres with the 60:40 split rear seats folded flat.
The best attribute of the new A3 is its 1.8-litre turbo-charged, direct-injected four-cylinder petrol engine. This sweet unit delivers outstanding torque from not much above idle, making city driving a breeze.
Like similar offerings from fellow German companies BMW and Mercedes-Benz, the new-generation Audi powerplant is also highly efficient, delivering a claimed fuel economy of 5.7 litres per 100 kilometres on the official government test. We could not match that, getting 6.7L/100km in our week of mostly city driving, but the result was still commendable, especially as we were tempted to squeeze the accelerator pedal a little too much to feel that lusty thrust off the line.
The engine is tied to the Volkswagen group’s seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, which has been the subject of much publicity after the recent safety recall. We had no such problems with this unit, although we still find it a bit clunky
in operation at times, especially when shifting from reverse to drive.
Once mobile, the transmission shifts admirably and offers the driver the alternative of crisp manual shifts via steering wheel-mounted paddles.
As you would expect from Audi, steering and handling are first class, providing one of the most rewarding front-wheel-drive experiences to date in the compact
luxury-hatch domain.An almost total absence of steering wheel-tugging torque
steer and splendidly neutral turn-in show how the Ingolstadt engineers have this format nailed.
The A3 has a high level of passive safety but, sadly, customers have to pay extra for several extra life-saving bells and whistles that are already emerging on more basic cars. The so-called Assistance Package delivers adaptive cruise control, emergency brake warning, lane-departure warning, automatic high-beam operation and blind-spot warning for an extra $1800.
All up, the new Audi A3 is a worthy and well-priced addition to one of the most hotly contested car classes. Is it better than its major rivals? It comes down to personal taste, so best put a day aside to test drive the lot – and have a ball. \
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BOWLS VICTORIA MIDWEEK METROPOLITAN PENNANT - RD 2Premier Div: Women: Blackburn 0-33 lost to Lalor 16-74, (T Murray 12 lost to B Withers 26, B Elliott 15 lost to B Edwards 24, L Edwards 6 lost to G Edwards 24), Glen Waverley 16-58 d Heatherdale 0-34, (A Hele 16 d G Loidl 11, P Whorlow 23 d C Klop 11, A Dinn 29 d N Brian 12), Bundoora RSL 0-40 lost to Clayton 16-74.5, (N Shortis 11 lostto L Phillips 34, B Hassold 12 lost to J Lindores 18.5, C Spiteri 17 lost to M Tragardh 22), Yarr/Foots 14-56 d Glenroy 2-52, (J Nardella 18 d J Hurst 15, P Glynn 25 d l Lugg 7, J Smith 13 lost to S Whana 30), Armadale 14-67 d Montmorency 2-44, (G Cohen 16 lost to J Ward 24, D Brick 35 d G Swan 8, G Nagelman 16 d H Wilson 12).Div 1: Sec 1: Glenr (2) 2-52 Mari Pk 14-61, Sunb 14-62 Yarr/Foots (2) 2-42, Alt n/a Keil n/a, Montm (2) 2-46 Werribee 14-55, Werribee (2) 16-112 Bund RSL (2) 0-30. Sec 2: Ber 2-52 Edith 14-66, Wav Glf 2-56 Beau 14-57, Donc 16-72 Chelt 0-59, Heath (2) 0-41 Cran 16-68, Cran (2) 0-48 Mulg CC 16-88.Div 2: Sec 1: Pres/Res (1) 12-62 Lal (2) 4-56, Suns C (1) 14-60 Whitt (1) 2-45, Yarr/Foots (3) 0-47 Kings (1) 16-71, Keil (2) 16-74 Pres/Res (2) 0-31. Sec 2: Clay (2) 16-78 Verm Sth (1) 0-41, Edith (2) 0-51 Glen Wav (2) 16-71, Mt Wav (1) 4-47 Mulg CC (2) 12-51. Sec 3: Bor (1) 16-73 Wav Glf (2) 0-39, Rosan (1) 16-99 Glen Wav (3) 0-42, Mulg CC (3) 2-45 Donc (2) 14-71. Sec 4: Donc (3) 16-76 Glen Wav (4) 0-41, Wav Glf (3) 2-53.5 Montm (3) 14-51, Black (2) 2-56 Mulg CC (4) 14-58.OPEN: Div 1: Sec 1: Suns RSL 0-46 Melton 16-68, Alt North 1-45 Will 15-63, Lav 14-60 Alt Sports 2-43, New 0-51 Hopp 16-65, Strath 14-77 Sunb 2-52. Sec 2: Fawk 2-46 E Ivan 14-66, Melton (2) 14-56 Whitt (2) 2-51, Ivan 2-59 Kings (2) 14-63, Buck Pk 14-65 Broad 2-53, Craig 2-57 Strath (2) 14-58. Sec 3: Diam Ck 16-71 Y Val CC 0-42, Box H RSL (1) 3-55 C of Heid 13-59, Hurst 2-59 Elth 14-61, Heid Golf 0-40 Montm (4) 16-79, Ivan (2) 16-83 Grey 0-39.
Sec 4: Chirn Pk 2-51 MCC 14-52, East Glf 16-71 Kew Hts 0-42, Elth (2) 2-57 Verm Sth (2) 14-58, Donv 16-67 Diam Ck (2) 0-44, N Bal 16-80 Box H RSL (2) 0-46. Sec 5: Bays 16-82 East Glf (2) 0-43, Ash 14-53 Warb 2-52, Croy 2-45 Heathm 14-56, Ring 4-61 Moor 12-63, Lily 14-68 N Bal (2) 2-48. Sec 6: Hamp Park 16-74 Dand Clb 0-40, Fern Gul 12-64 Verm Sth (3) 4-57, East Glf (3) 12-59 Ring (2) 4-58, Heathm (2) 14-72 Ash (2) 2-43, Nar War 12-50 Burw Dist 4-48. Sec 7: Glen E-McK 16-77 SOC 0-51, Keys 14-71 Chad 2-54, Ment 16-88 Nob Pk 0-36, Hamp 1-57 Arma (2) 15-64, Caul Pk Alma 14-70 Bright 2-59. Sec 8: Albert Park 16-91 Caul Pk Alma (2) 0-40, Arma (3) 14-75 Ment (2) 2-54, Beau (2) 12-61 Elst Clb 4-53, Mid Pk 13-60 Murr 3-49, Bright (2) 13-58 Murr Pk 3-54.Div 2: Sec 1: Suns VRI 2-48 Deer Pk 14-53, Sunb (3) 0-37 Werribee (3) 16-74, Hopp (2) 15-54 Alt (2) 1-46, Suns C (2) 3-54 Port Melb 13-56, Melton (3) 14-77 Buck Pk (2) 2-59. Sec 2: Prin Pk Carl 16-77 Thorn 0-41, Buck Pk (3) 0-47 Kings (3) 16-75, Whitt (3) 0-45 Moon Pds 16-55, Ess 13-57 Pres/Res (3) 3-50, Strath (3) 14-74 Bund RSL (3) 2-51. Sec 3: Green 14-67 Fair 2-60, Elth (3) 14-61 Heid Golf (2) 2-45, Dare C 14-68 Temp 2-56, Montm (5) 14-67 Alph 2-40, C of Heid (2) 2-35.25 Rosan (2) 14-61. Sec 4: Heals 2-39 Yarr Glen 14-68, Fern Gul (2) 9-69 Heathm (3) 7-69, Moorool (2) 16-62 Chirn Pk (2) 0-46, N Bal (3) 0-50 Mitch 16-73, Donv (2) 14-65 Bor (2) 2-51. Sec 5: Mulg CC (5) 16-84 Fern Gul (3) 0-35, Bor (3) 14-56 Lily (2) 2-51, Benn 16-76 Donv (3) 0-40, Heath (3) 2-46 Monb 14-54, Burw Dist (2) 16-85 Croy (2) 0-39. Sec 6: Card Wtrs 16-67 Dand RSL Rec 0-52, Cran (3) 14-79 Ber (2) 2-45, Dand Clb (2) 16-88 Fern Gul (4) 0-31, Nob Pk (2) 7-55 Keys (2) 9-55, MCC (2) 7-63 Burd Pk 9-63. Sec 7: Carr 14-59 Edith (3) 2-46, Ber (3) 16-96 Ment (3) 0-36, Chels 15-64 Coates 1-58, Moorab 14-58 Mord 2-43, Clay (3) 16-67 Arma (4) 0-44. Sec 8: Hamp RSL 3-50 Caul Pk Alma (3) 13-74, Edith (4) 2-65 Mal 14-74, Oak 14-64 Beau (3) 2-51, Chelt (2) 14-73 Rich Uni 2-38, Bright (3) 16-70 Elst Pk 0-55.Div 3: Sec 1: Mari Pk (2) 14-70 Yarr/Foots (4) 2-63, Suns RSL (2) 2-51 Hopp (3) 14-65, Sunb
(4) 4-51 St Alb 12-57, Point Cook Village 14-79 Suns C (3) 2-44, Werribee (4) 0-0 Bye 0-0. Sec 2: Lal (3) 16-89 E Ivan (2) 0-33, Rosan (3) 2-56 W Cob 14-66, Hurst (2) 16-80 Glad Pk 0-47, Kings (4) 0-51 Craig (2) 16-81, Y Val CC (2) 14-56 Green (2) 2-47. Sec 3: Diam Ck (3) 4-60 Kew Hts (2) 12-72, Donv (4) 3-54 Mitch (2) 13-55, Donc (4) 2-49 Ring (3) 14-55, Box H RSL (3) 2-51 Black (3) 14-53, Elth (4) 16-72 N Bal (4) 0-37. Sec 4: Monb (2) 14-68 Heals (2) 2-51, East Glf (4) 12-62 Lily (3) 4-54, Chirn Pk (3) 16-79 Black North 0-41, Verm Sth (4) 15-63 Moorool (3) 1-44, Yarry Junct 0-0 Bye 0-0. Sec 5: Verm Sth (5) 2-51 Bays (2) 14-63, Moorool (4) 14-62 Benn (2) 2-53, Ash (3) 2-48 Heath (4) 14-65, Burw Dist (3) 8-49 Chirn Pk (4) 8-49, Camb Cent 14-65 Mt Wav (2) 2-58. Sec 6: Keys (3) 14-76 Dand City (1) 2-53, Nar War (2) 2-50 Hamp Park (2) 14-54, Card Wtrs (2) 13-67 Ber (4) 3-56, Will Lod (1) 12-55 Cran (4) 4-48, Bye 0-0 Burd Pk (2) 0-0. Sec 7: Mt Wav (3) 2-44 Park 14-61, Blk Rk 15-78 Chels (2) 1-52, Caul Pk Alma (4) 16-77 Chelt (3) 0-46, Nob Pk (3) 2-44 Glen E-McKinnon (2) 14-65, Chad (2) 2-48 Arma (5) 14-55. Sec 8: Elst Clb (2) 14-66 Hamp (2) 2-58, Arma (6) 0-44 Sand 16-81, Mord (2) 15-64 High 1-43, Albert Park (2) 16-63 Bright (4) 0-46, MCC (3) 16-78 Murr Pk (2) 0-42.Div 4: Sec 1: Port Melb (2) 14-65 Lav (2) 2-62, Deer Pk (2) 0-56 New (2) 16-67, Palm Lake (1) 2-44 C of Melb (1) 14-68, Will (2) 16-69 Alt (3) 0-44, Hopp (4) 4-61 Pt Cook Vlge (2) 12-64. Sec 2: Keil (3) 12-55 Lal (4) 4-54, Ess (2) 14-57 Cob More (1) 2-44, Lal (5) 16-68 Broad (2) 0-49, Fawk (2) 2-54 Strath (4) 14-66, C of Heid (3) 16-84 Buck Pk (4) 0-42. Sec 3: Bund RSL (4) 14-74 Whitt (4) 2-36.75, Dare C (2) 14-66 Lily (4) 2-61, Grey (2) 0-42 Lily (5) 16-81, Montm (6) 1-42 Green (3) 15-74. Sec 4: Heathm (4) 14-73 Black North (2) 2-50, Verm Sth (6) 14-64 Bor (4) 2-47, Mulg CC (6) 2-58 Aub (1) 14-67, Lily (6) 14-76 Mulg CC (7) 2-51. Sec 5: Moorab (2) 12-63 Caul Pk Alma (5) 4-61, Edith (5) 14-76 Coates (2) 2-59, Sand (2) 14-58 Mulg CC (8) 2-44, Pak (1) 0-0 Bye 0-0. Sec 6: Mal (2) 14-63 Caul Pk Alma (6) 2-45, Beau (4) 16-78 Park (2) 0-41, Sand (3) 2-47 Elst Clb (3) 14-63, Mid Pk (2) 16-76 Arma (7) 0-47, Ment (4) 16-73 Bright Bch (1) 0-43.
SOCCERFFV: State League 2: North-West Res: Rd 24: Whittlesea Ranges FC 0 Moreland City SC 3. State League 4: North Res: Rd 24: Lalor United FC 5 Darebin United SC 2. WOMEN: Premier League: Qlfying f: Box Hill Utd SC 1 Sandringham SC 1. Elim f: Bundoora Utd FC 1 Heidelberg Utd SC 2.
BASKETBALLFIBA OCEANIA U-17 C’SHIPS in Melbourne: Men: Game 1: Australia 79 bt New Zealand 56. Game 2: Australia 79 bt New Zealand 68. Game 3: New Zealand 66 bt Australia 59. Women: Game 1: Australia 77 bt New Zealand 55. Game 2: Australia 79 bt New Zealand 57. Game 3: Australia 72 bt New Zealand 41. Australian U-17 MEN’S and WOMEN’S teams qualify for 2014 FIBA U-17 World C’ships.
SQUASHAUSTRALIAN JUNIOR C’SHIPS at Woden, ACT: BOYS: 19yrs: Rd 1: D Smith (Vic) bt C Hall (SA) 11-7 11-5 11-6. Rd 2: R Dowling (NT) bt O Norman (SA) 11-5 11-2 11-4, D Wright (Vic) bt J Stack-Masula (Qld) 11-5 11-8 14-12, B Williams (NSW) bt C Tanner (Qld) 11-4 14-12 11-4, T Calvert (Qld) bt D Smith (Vic) 11-6 11-2 11-0, T Rarere (Qld) S Cope (SA) 11-7 11-7 11-3, M Badenhorst (NSW) bt J Luca (Qld) 5-11 14-12 11-6 11-7, M Bridle (WA) bt G Salmon (NSW) 11-9 11-4 11-4, D Evans (Tas) bt J Garrard (NSW) 11-3 11-7 11-9.17yrs: Rd 1: Rd 2: S Ejtemai (Vic) bt H (Tas) 11-1 11-5 11-1, B Tobin (Qld) bt J Hillier (WA) 3-11 11-8 9-11 11-6 11-6, T Hawkins (Vic) bt R
Parikh (SA) 11-6 11-3 11-1, A Oswald (SA) bt N Bruno (NSW) 11-4 11-4 11-4, S Nowrozi (Qld) bt D Lane (NSW) 11-1 11-3 11-1, W Mountford-Jones (Qld) bt D Faux (Vic) 11-6 11-1 11-3, J Holmes (Vic) bt T Tay (WA) 11-5 11-4 11-3, J Keegan (NSW) bt B Van Der Kreek (Qld) 11-5 11-8 11-6, A Parkes (ACT) bt S Jha (ACT) 11-7 11-5 11-3, N Greenland (NSW) bt E Garrett (TAS) wo, B Scheer (WA) bt A Lock (ACT) 11-6 11-5 13-11, A Eustace (Qld) bt Z Dowling (Qld) 11-4 11-8 11-9, J White (NT) bt L Watt (ACT) 11-3 11-7 11-1, J Stokes (Tas) bt A Grima (Vic) 11-9 13-11 11-4, B Ward (Tas) bt F Hall (ACT) 11-5 7-11 11-8 11-8, R Toole (NSW) bt C Ward (Tas) 11-4 11-0 11-4.15yrs: Rd 1: M Mahlo (NSW) bt T Taylor (Vic) 11-7 5-11 11-7 11-9. R2: J Paine (Vic) bt L Davies (Qld) 11-5 11-5 11-9, B Harrison (NSW) bt A Maidment (Vic) 11-4 11-6 11-6.13yrs: Rd 2: B Di Bella (Qld) bt J Ellis (Vic) 11-3 11-4 11-2, T Blanchard (Vic) bt B Keen (ACT) 8-11 7-11 11-5 11-7 11-8.
GIRLS: 19yrs: Rd 1: N Stoneham (VIC) bt N Mazhar (NSW) 11-4 11-8 11-7, T Flavell (Vic) bt J Gibson (NSW) 11-4 11-1 11-4.17yrs: Rd 1: V Leow (Vic) bt S Nock (NSW) 11-1 11-1 11-1. Rd 2: S Cope (SA) bt V Leow (Vic) 5-11 11-13 11-4 11-9 11-7, B Burnard (SA) bt B Mather (Qld) 11-4 11-3 3-11 11-5, A Skidmore (Vic) bt N Wahid (WA) 11-2 11-4 7-11 11-6, S Calvert (Qld) bt E Benacquista (NSW) 12-10 11-5 9-2 ret hurt, K Nightingale (NSW) bt I Cowhan (NSW) 11-4 11-5 11-6, C McGarry (NSW) bt M Cornish (WA) 11-5 11-5 11-8, T Saxby (NSW) bt K Fraser (Qld) 4-11 13-11 11-5 12-10, S Cumming (QLD) bt R Gibson (NSW) 14-12 7-11 11-4 12-10.15yrs: Rd 1: C Grinham (Vic) bt G Wode (ACT) 11-7 11-2 11-4. Rd 2: V Graham (NSW) bt C Grinham (Vic) 11-8 11-6 11-6, D Kun (Vic) bt K Moloney (NSW) 11-3 11-4 11-4.13yrs: Rd 1: A Cargill (Vic) bt M Strom (WA) 11-4 14-12 11-7, P Taylor (Vic) bt E Potter (ACT) 11-2 11-2 11-3. R2: Pattison (Tas) bt Cargill (Vic) 11-3 11-1 11-2, C Mather (Qld) bt P Taylor (Vic) 10-12 11-9 11-6 11-3. (3) 0-(-15), Heath (5) 14-42 Murr (2) 0-31. Sec 4: Bent (2) 14-15 Caul Pk Alma (7) 0-(-15), Hamp (3) 14-66 Dand RSL Rec (2) 0-27, Park (3) 12-38 Bright (5) 2-36.
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iaccarino jets to medal honours FOOTBALL
Consistent form and � tness was the key to David Iaccarino’s run to the Western Jets’ highest honour, the Barry Round Medal.
Iaccarino walked away with the coveted best-and-fairest award a� er returning to the club under the 19-year-old rule this season.
� e Williamstown Juniors product put behind him an injury-marred � rst two years in the TAC Cup and repaid the faith shown in him by Jets region manager Shane Sexton.
“It’s de� nitely been one of my most consistent seasons ... my best year so far,” Iaccarino told the Weekly.
“I really wanted a full year at the Jets so I was fortunate Shane let me come back.”
A move into the mid� eld, endorsed by head coach Torin Baker and mid� eld coach Craig DeCorsey, paid dividends for Iaccarino.
Previously pigeon-holed in a rebounding hal� ack role, the 19-year-old blossomed into one of the standout players in the competition when given more freedom to roam.
He complemented his noted outside run and silky skills with some hard work in the midst of the packs and found a way to kick goals from the mid� eld.
Iaccarino’s in� uence was signi� cant in getting the Jets to the � nals.
“� ey’ve been massive this year in my development as a mid� elder,” Iaccarino said of his coaches. “� e mid� eld is where I love
to play and I was happy they threw me in there and put their faith in me. Hopefully, I delivered.”
If there’s a question mark over Iaccarino, it’s the state of his shoulders.
His bottom-age year was ruined when he required a reconstruction of the right shoulder, and he’ll have surgery on his le�
one during this o� -season.� e positive is that Iaccarino has
no recurring issues on the right side.“I’ve been playing with a bad [le� ]
shoulder all year so I’ve got to get that � xed up.
“� e right one feels good so I’m pretty con� dent the le� one will hold
up a� er it’s � xed.”Iaccarino, who lives in Williamstown, has
nominated for November’s AFL national dra� and has spoken to “a couple” of AFL clubs.
He feels as if he put his best foot forward during the season and the rest is out of his hands.
“I’ll try to stay as � t as possible up until the dra� ,” Iaccarino said.
“Even if I don’t get picked up I’ve been happy with the year I put forward and I can go back to the VFL and � nd some avenues there.” \
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Riding high: David Iaccarino capped a � ne season with the Western Jets’ best and fairest award. (MICHAEL COPP)
“It has definitely been my best year so far”
2013 BARRY ROUND MEDAL
Best and fairest:David IaccarinoRunner up: Jake GreiserMost consistent: James SicilyMost courageous: Daniel O’LearyBest � rst year player: Mitchell Norton Coaches award: Brett BewleyTrainers award: Liam McMahonU15 player of the year: Brock McGregorU16 player of the year: Tylar VujanicClub people of the year: Jay Ellis and Shaun Jennings Life member inductees: Angelo Basilone and Peter BinekTAC Cup team of the year: James SicilyU16 Vic Metro representatives:Lochlan McDonald and Tylar VujanicU18 Vic Metro representatives: James Sicily and Jake Greiser
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combine stays loyalto its skips
Bowls
Yarraville-Footscray has bucked the trend of high-priced recruits to go with a relatively unchanged line-up for its promotion to the Bowls Victoria premier division.
� e Combine has rewarded the players who took it to the big league and heads into a fresh challenge with the same four skips – Wayne Roberts, Alan Dove, Jamie Pearce and Ray Coulter – who did the job for most of last season.
Combine player-coach Roberts said it was important for his club not to break the team bond built up in the past two seasons.
“It’s a tight little group,” he said. “It took us two years to get there, so we thought we’d stick with the same people – they’ve done all the hard work.
“We didn’t want to bring in four or � ve people, which would mean four or � ve of our own would miss out.”
� e Combine’s only “ins” are unknowns at the premier level.
Aaron Putt returns to the club a� er time out from the game and will slot in at third.
Daniel Markham crosses from lower division Flemington-Kensington and will be a lead.
Markham could be a surprise packet a� er impressing in the preseason.
“We just threw him in, had a look at him to see how he went and he’s done all right, so he’ll get his opportunity this week,” Roberts said.
“He’s young, he’s keen, he’s never played at this level before but he’s willing to learn.”
� e Combine is priming for a tough initiation with Mentone travelling to Francis Street for the season opener on Saturday.
� e visitors are more experienced at this level, but the Combine fancies its chances on home soil.
“We’ve got a pretty good home-ground advantage. We’ve only lost two games, I think, in three years on our greens,” Roberts said.
“� ey play on synthetic and we’re lucky enough to get the � rst game at home, which will help us.
“� ey’ll be hard, like every other team is going to be hard.”
� e Combine will start the season as underdog, a scenario Roberts is more than happy with.
“I honestly think there’s no pressure on us. � ey’re the highly paid teams; we’re not. � ey’re all expected to win when we play them.”
Altona is the only other side from the western suburbs competing in the top division.
Rosamond and Werribee have been relegated from the division in the past two seasons. \ LJ
dogs put finals specialists at the helmPremier Cricket
Footscray-Edgewater is aiming to take the next big step under new leadership.
� e Bulldogs are desperate to � gure in the Premier Cricket � nals and believe new coach Steve Chapman and assistant Duncan Harrison have what it takes to turn them from unful� lled outsiders to genuine contenders.
Chapman has runs on the board in this
regard, having taken Dandenong to the � nals in the past three seasons, including a � rst XI premiership in 2010-11. � e 42-year-old is a level-three coach who has played for Durham at county level in Britain .
Harrison arrives on the back of a successful stint as coach of Melton in the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association. He took the Lions to the south-west group � rst XI title last season.
� e pair will inherit an exciting list from former coach Barry Neivandt.
� e Bulldogs had three players – Dean Russ, Dylan Kight and Jake Haber� eld – representing Victoria in a future’s league clash with Queensland this week.
� e Dogs open the season with � ve one-day matches, starting with Ringwood in the comfortable surroundings of the Merv Hughes Oval on Saturday from 10am. \ LJ
On the rise: Dylan Kight has been earmarked as a future star of Victorian cricket. (SAM STIGLEC)
rams relish tough openingBaseball
Newport Rams will not waver from their philosophy of developing from within as they prepare to take aim at Victorian baseball’s big league.
� e Rams will embark on a season in top-� ight summer league division 1 on Sunday with a similar young line-up to the one that earned them promotion last season.
Short-term goals have not compromised the thinking of Rams coach Grant Weir, who wants to build sustained success.
Rams assistant coach Gavin Young said that while it was a young team, it was one with state-level experience that will hold it in good stead in division 1.
“We’ve got a long-term goal to develop players and stay with the youth for the future,” he said.
“� at’s the plan and it’s been working so far, so we’ve got to keep on working and keep on pushing it that way.
“Most of our boys have played state baseball
before so they know what it’s about. Having the belief they can do it [at division 1 level] is probably the biggest thing.”
In Matthew Lawman and Dean Malthouse, the Rams have two on-� eld leaders with plenty of experience at the top level.
� e Rams decided to bring in an import player a� er going without last season.
American Travis Bass, a third baseman who is no slouch on the mound and dangerous in the batter’s box, will be valuable for his versatility.
“He’s been to Australia before and played a couple of years in Perth,” Young said, adding that Bass had also featured with the Perth Heat in the Australian Baseball League.
“He’s been out here, he knows our game, he knows what Australia is like, so he’s going to be an asset to the club in many ways, as well as on the � eld as a player.
“He comes highly recommended as a clubman as well.”
Gri� n Weir will be the Rams’ opening day
starting pitcher against Geelong at KC White Reserve on Sunday.
Weir has been a consistent performer on the hill in recent seasons.
“Our starting line-up will be similar to what we had almost all of last season,”
Young said. “We’ll stay with our guys and support them until they prove us wrong.”
� e Rams have dates with powerhouse clubs Geelong and
Essendon in the opening two weeks.Young welcomes the testing start to
the season.“Everyone is keen to get it going to see how
we match up at the highest level,” he said. “� is will tell us where we’re at and what we need to do. It’s actually good to come up against these teams � rst so our guys know what it’s all about.”
Williamstown Wolves, last year’s division 2 premiers, will also make their big-league entrance this weekend. \
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