Caroline Springs came alive on the 21st January with Lakeside Live rocking Caroline Springs. The fun started at 4pm with the Mowbray College Performance followed by local band The Pass Outs and Magic Tails. At 7pm Ex Neighbours star Sam Clark took to the stage and wowed the crowd with songs from his new EP 'My Own Way". At 8pm former Australian Idol Wes Carr took to the stage and lit up the main stage with favourites such as 'You' and 'Feels Like Woah'. Enrol for Term 1 & receive first 2 lessons FREE! "Contact us now on 8358-5540" Volume 3 Edition 9 February 2012 Phone: 8390 6694 Email:[email protected]PO Box 3582, Caroline Springs VIC 3023 Closing Date for Next Edition Wednesday 22nd February www.cscommunityupdate.com.au OSTEOPATHY MASSAGE MYOTHERAPY PILATES Ph: 1300 854 824 www.take2health.com.au Weekend and after hours appointments are available 9363 1455 inspirational and fun events with the community, for the community. We thank our sponsors for their support in bringing this event to you. Since winning idol in 2008 Wes has had a swag of Aria Gold Singles and his popularity showed with Thousands of people cheering him on. When the crowd was not enjoying the entertainment on the main stage there was plenty of other activities to keep people busy with rides at the carnival, Community Stalls and the Small Business Expo along with roving entertainment which all ran from 4pm until 10pm. The evening culminated with a fabulous fireworks display at approximately 9.15pm which certainly went off with a bang. Mayor Cr Mammarella said "We are happy the community can join us for a beautiful summer evening at Lakeside Live 2012 and enjoy the activities, displays and entertainment and celebrate living in Melton Shire. Council seeks to create and support engaging, delightful, Caroline Springs Celebrates Lakeside Live Sam Clark warming up the crowd at Lakeside Live Wes Carr performing at Lakeside Live
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Caroline Springs came alive onthe 21st January with LakesideLive rocking Caroline Springs.
The fun started at 4pm with theMowbray College Performancefollowed by local band The PassOuts and Magic Tails. At 7pm ExNeighbours star Sam Clark tookto the stage and wowed thecrowd with songs from his newEP 'My Own Way".
At 8pm former Australian IdolWes Carr took to the stage andlit up the main stage withfavourites such as 'You' and'Feels Like Woah'.
Enrol for Term 1 & receive
first 2 lessons FREE!
"Contact us now on 8358-5540"Volume 3 Edition 9 February 2012Phone: 8390 6694 Email:[email protected]
PO Box 3582, Caroline Springs VIC 3023Closing Date for Next Edition Wednesday 22nd February
www.cscommunityupdate.com.au
OSTEOPATHY
MASSAGE
MYOTHERAPY
PILATES
Ph: 1300 854 824www.take2health.com.au
Weekend and after hours appointments are available
9363 1455
inspirational and fun events withthe community, for thecommunity. We thank oursponsors for their support inbringing this event to you.
Since winning idol in 2008 Weshas had a swag of Aria GoldSingles and his popularityshowed with Thousands ofpeople cheering him on.
When the crowd was notenjoying the entertainment onthe main stage there was plentyof other activities to keep peoplebusy with rides at the carnival,Community Stalls and the SmallBusiness Expo along withroving entertainment which allran from 4pm until 10pm.
The evening culminated with afabulous fireworks display atapproximately 9.15pm whichcertainly went off with a bang.
Mayor Cr Mammarella said "Weare happy the community canjoin us for a beautiful summerevening at Lakeside Live 2012and enjoy the activities, displaysand entertainment andcelebrate living in Melton Shire.
Council seeks to create andsupport engaging, delightful,
Caroline Springs Celebrates Lakeside Live
Sam Clark warming up the crowd at Lakeside Live
Wes Carr performing at Lakeside Live
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Table of Contents What’s on and Where
CS LIONS
Caroline Springs & District Lions
Meetings are 2nd and 4th Wed of the
month at The Club, Western Hwy
7.00pm for 7.30 Start Ph: 9390 0842
for more information
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CS Animal Welfare Network
Meetings are the second Tuesday of the
month 7.00pm at Stevenson House in
C/Springs. Everyone is welcome.-------------------------
Caroline Springs
Seniors Group Meet every Thursday at 10 AM at Caroline
Springs Recreation Centre,
9-19 The Parade Caroline Springs, opposite
the library. Contact Frank Ince on 9390
0550
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CS LIBRARY
Dungeons and DragonsDungeons and Dragons is an exciting
campaign that plays one epic encounter at a
time. All ages welcome. Parental
supervision required for under 12s. Every
Friday 3.30 – 5pm during the school term.
The first session for 2012 will be Friday 10
February.
Mad MangaCome to discuss all things manga! Discuss
graphic novels, learn to draw manga, watch
anime films and meet others with the same
interests! Every Thursday 4 – 5pm during
the school term. The first session for 2012
will be Thursday 9 February.
Pre-school StorytimeIntroduce your child to the wonderful world
of books and the joy of reading. Sessions
are free and no bookings are required.
Sessions run for 45 minutes and include
stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplay and a
short activity. Parents must stay for the
entire session. Every Monday and Thursday
@ 10.30am.
The first sessions for 2012 are Monday 6
February and Thursday 9 February.
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Tell us what you have on & where so we can include in What’s on and Where
Medicare rebates available. The highest level of care.Prompt appointments. Registered Psychologists.
The Water’s Edge Business Centre, 1 Greville St, Caroline Springs
Michelle Morris - Principal Psychologistand Family Therapist
New Residents –Letter Box Reminder!
Youʼve moved into your newdream home, finally! Theunpacking has begun and youstart to unwind… Many of youhave forgotten to put up a letterbox and your important mailand the ability for emergencyservices to find you if you needan ambulance, fire brigade orpolice.
Quite a few of you are alsomissing out on getting thisfantastic community magazine,the CS Community Update.
While you think about thestunning letter box you hope toput in or build one day soon,please arrange a temporaryone, with your house numberclearly shown so we can allkeep in touch with you. Donʼtlet the number on your rubbishbin be the only way others canfind your house.
Linda BulnerCommunity DevelopmentManagerLend Lease
Council Awards Gourlay RoadDuplication Contract
Melton Shire Council hasawarded the Gourlay RoadDuplication contract to BMDConstructions Pty Ltd.
The works, scheduled tocommence in early 2012, willsee the duplication of GourlayRoad between Hume Drive andTaylors Road, Taylors Hill.
Mayor of Melton Shire Council,Cr Justin Mammarella JP, saidit was important to developinfrastructure that kept up withthe demands of the Shireʼsgrowing population.
"Our community is the secondfastest growing in theCommonwealth of Australia,and as such, Council needs tobe proactive in ensuring that itsassets are built, maintained andupgraded appropriately,” theMayor said.
“Gourlay Road is a majorarterial in the Shireʼs easterngrowth corridor and theseduplication works will easetraffic congestion andcarriageway deterioration in thearea.”
The newly awarded works willcomplete the duplication ofGourlay Road. Stage 1 of theduplication works wascompleted in 2008 and stage 2was completed in 2011.
A further two contracts wereawarded to BMD Constructionsrelating to the construction ofturning lanes on Calder ParkDrive into Morton Homesteadand the Taylors Hill YouthFacility, Taylors Hill, and theconstruction of Tullidge Street(between Lakewood Boulevardand Williams Street) in Melton.
Closing Date for the NextEdition of the Community
Update will be 22nd February 2012 for
Advertising and Editorial
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State Member for KororoitMarlene Kairouz MP
Shop T54 Brimbank Shopping CentreCnr Neale & Station Rds Deer Park VIC 3023Phone: (03) 8361 7133 Fax: (03) 8361 7166
Sunday Morning 4 March jointhe Caroline SpringsCommunity in Clean UpAustralia Day.
Have some fun on 4 March andhelp other Caroline Springsresidents in Clean Up AustraliaDay. Spend just a few hours inyour local area and raiseawareness of the need toreduce littering in our streetsand waterways. To check foryour nearest site go tohttp://www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au/join/Refreshments are provided andlocal groups include scouts,churches and environmentgroups.
For more information contactLinda Bradburn at Melton ShireCouncil on 9747 7200 or [email protected]
Congratulations to our winners
The Community Update would like to congratulate the winners of ourChristmas Light Competition, Mark and Kristie Myers of The AvenueCaroline Springs. Their display was rewarded as the best overall display ofall the houses nominated. The Community Update thank all the people whomade nominations and invite everyone to take part in the competition againthis year. Keep an eye open for other competitions being run in theCommunity Update.
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Paramedical Skin ClinicParamedical Skin ClinicItʼs 40 in Town so Slow Down!
Schoolʼs back and with over 3,000 students basedin the Town Centre itʼs timely to remind all driversthat itʼs 40 km/h through most of the Town Centrestreets. Motorists should be aware that children intraffic are not like adults. They can beunpredictable and often hard to see. So take extracare and slow down when you drive past anyschool.
Permanent 40 zones apply to the following:The Crossing (past Creekside Campus)The Parade (behind Mowbray and Lakeview)College Street (past Lakeview and CatholicRegional College)
Lake Street (east and west of Caroline SpringsBlvd past the shops and Mowbray)
The School zone applies between 8:00am and9:30am and 2:30pm and 4:00pm along CarolineSprings Blvd between the Wurundjeri Bridge andnorth of the Police Station.
For more information on School Speed Zones goto www.vicroads.vic.gov.au. To report HoonDrivers call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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particularly around theFederation Square area. This isthe communities facilities and itis not fair that someone shouldfeel the need to vandaliseproperty that belongs to thecommunity. I would urge the community toring 000 and ask for crimestoppers if you see anysuspicious behaviour in andaround the area. Council needsthe eyes and ears of ourcommunity members to reportacts of crime. You may stayanonymous if you like, but letus make a stand and letvandals know that we will notstand for this kind of behaviour,it is not fair to the community itis not fair to all of us. As always, if you would like tocontact me, please do so [email protected] or 0412-584-058. Thank you,and take care.
Cr Majdlik Talks for Caroline Springsyears ago, compared to thevibrant suburb it has becomenow. A lot has changed in itslandscape, but the wonderfulcommunity feel still remainsand this is what is so greatabout Caroline Springs.
Residents and neighbours lookout for each other and a senseof belonging and comradeshipis felt in the community. What Iwould like for this new year isfor this to continue not just inCaroline Springs, but for ourwhole municipality. Looking outfor each other and workingtogether as a community. Thisis our home and we should beproud to live here, we shouldhave a right to feel safe forourselves and our families.
Most recently, the council hasunfortunately had a fewincidents of vandalism,
Welcome to the FebruaryEdition of the Caroline SpringsUpdate. I hope that yourChristmas and New Yearfestivities were great and youall enjoyed a few days breakwith friends, family and lovedones.
I guess you could say that it iscustomary, at this time of thenew year, to contemplate aboutthe past year and all itshappenings and think aboutwhat you would like to achievein the new year. I rememberwhat Caroline Springs used tolook like some odd fourteen
Appeal to assist in return of stolen ʻUdderlyʼ Amazing Community Art Work
Council is asking the help of communitymembers in the search for a stolen life-sized, fibreglass calf that formed part ofan inclusive community artwork installedat Morton Homestead, Taylors Hill inAugust.
The art work was stolen between 6pmSunday 11 December and 8am Monday12 December 2011.
Melton Shire Council Mayor, Cr JustinMammarella JP, was extremelydisappointed to learn that the calf hadbeen stolen and appealed to the publicto assist with its return.
“We are hoping that someone knowsthe whereabouts of the calf and that itwill be returned to Morton Homesteadas soon as possible,” said the Mayor.
ʻUdderly Artʼ was a collaborative artworkcreated by 31 individuals with variousdisabilities, their siblings and supportstaff from four Melton disability serviceproviders, Merrimu Services, MeltonSpecialist School, MacKillop FamilyServices and Western Region HealthCentre. The groups participated inworkshops under the guidance of localartist, Blair Angelo.
“This artwork holds great value, not onlyfor the individuals who created it, but forthe entire community and we hope, inthe spirit of Christmas and good faith,that the calf is returned, unharmed,immediately,” the Mayor said.
The ʻUdderly Artʼ project was anopportunity for people with disabilities to
participate in a community art project ofsubstance, inspiring participants anddriving the project to culminate in thecreation of this innovative communityartwork.
ʻUdderly Artʼ was supported by MeltonShire Council who received fundingfrom the Department of HumanServices under the MetroAccessinitiative, a partnership between Stateand Local Government.
The small calf, named Mack, waspainted by the children with a disabilityfrom MacKillop Family Services duringa holiday respite program.
Anyone who has information regardingthe whereabouts of the stolen calfshould contact Crime Stoppers on 1800333 000.
Happy New Year, let us all befocussed and positive in whatcan be achieved in 2012.
We should all be very proud ofwhat we have in this greatsuburb and surrounds ofCaroline Springs. The West hasbeen transformed and CarolineSprings has been a majorinfluence in that change.
Who ever thought in 1999 when
Cr Stock Talks for Caroline Springs being only 22 kms from theCBD and still not having a Mettrain, the State Governmentshould be ashamed! I forgot, we are in the West! –Caroline Springs has put us onthe agenda, but we have a longjourney to travel to get equality.
We should all strive to enjoywhat we have but continue toadvocate for what we deserve!Have a great 2012.
Iʼd be happy to take your call oremail on any issues you mayhave relating to council,community services orinfrastructure Email –[email protected] call 0421 708 061.
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my family moved to CarolineSprings that we would have thelife around the lake, theshopping facilities, the schoolsand the great venues like WestWaters Hotel, The Club and thefantastic restaurants.
Then we can talk of the civicfacilities and the pride I take inhaving the Caroline SpringsLibrary and Civic Centreproviding numerous servicesright here to our community.
We do have issues, andtransport, our diverse cultures,graffiti and support for our youthare high on my agenda.
A municipality that has tripled innumber to 120,000 in 11 years,
Council awards Melton Library and Learning Hub worksMelton Shire Council has awarded thecontract for the construction for theMelton Library and Learning Hub toADCO Constructions.
Construction of the $20 milliondevelopment is scheduled to commencein late January 2012.
Mayor of Melton Shire Council, Cr JustinMammarella JP, said the awarding of thecontract marked a significant milestonefor the project.
“Council is committed to the delivery ofthis exciting new facility. The MeltonLibrary will accommodate themunicipalityʼs increasing population andgrowing need for diverse services.
“It will deliver an integrated communityhub that will be the lounge room of theMelton Township and will enable accessto recreation materials, education,training, childrenʼs services,employment and businessopportunities,” the Mayor said.
Through the inclusion of a number offlexible spaces to cater for large andsmall groups, the Melton Library andLearning Hub will provide the Meltoncommunity with a variety of formal andinformal community and learningopportunities.
In addition, it will offer an integratedapproach to other Council servicesincluding extended customer service.Maternal and child health services willoperate from the building, which will alsofeature a seminar room, facilities forfamily and local history research, studyand discussion areas, as well as astrong information technologycomponent with the latest in wirelessconnectivity, self-serve libraryequipment and computer training rooms.
The building will have a focus onsustainable design and energyefficiency, with a proposed 5 Star GreenStar accreditation from the GreenBuilding Council of Australia, one of thefirst public buildings in the Westernmetropolitan area to do so.
This will include extensive use ofsustainable building material, energyefficient design to minimise heating andcooling costs and strong emphasis onrain collection and reuse.
Council is contributing significantly tothe project and developer contributionshave also been allocated. Council wassuccessful in advocating the project tothe State Government and will receive$1.25 million in funding and is alsoawaiting the outcome of a grantapplication for $4 million, which hasbeen submitted to the FederalGovernment.
The Melton Library and Learning Hub isplanned to be completed by April 2013at McKenzie Street, Melton.
The temporary library is located atVictoria University, corner of Rees andWilson Roads, Melton South.
Melton Shire Council is continuing its campaign to the StateGovernment and other stakeholders for the establishment of apublic hospital in Melton.
Cr Justin Mammarella JP, Mayor of Melton Shire Council said heurged residents to sign the petition to the Premier of Victoria,Minister for Health and members of the Victorian Parliament.
“The extent of estimated population growth and existing demandin the Shire of Meltonmeans that the Shire ofMelton and surroundingregions require access toa future new hospital.
"Melton Shire alsosupports the call forincreased bed capacity atexisting facilities such asthe Bacchus Marsh &Melton Regional Hospitalin the short to mediumterm,” continued theMayor.
Councillors and Councilstaff will continue tostrongly advocate with theMinister and Departmentof Health for a hospitalservice in Melton and withthe Growth Areas
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Where can I sign the petition?• Civic Centre in Melton
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• Morton Homestead in Taylors Hill
• Springside Community Hub in Caroline Springs
• Waiting rooms Maternal and Child Health offices
• The Melton Youth Facility
• The Seniors Citizens Community Centre in Melton
• Community Care and Inclusion office in McKenzie St, Melton
For more information on theselocations contact Council on9747 7200.
A Melton facility would work inpartnership with andcompliment existing servicesprovided at the BacchusMarsh/Melton RegionalHospital in the short term tomedium term through theadvocacy of the associatedCouncils and the StrategicHealth Forum.
Cr Mammarella:”I would like tothank my fellow Councillors,neighbouring Councils the Cityof Hume and the City ofHobsons Bay, otherneighbouring Councillors andthe residents of the Shire ofMelton for supporting me in thiscampaign.”
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Caesia Gardens Open DayCaesia Gardens will be throwing open its doors onSunday, February 19 as part of a village-wide OpenDay.
The Open Day will include recreational activities,guided tours and a celebrity guest. For thoseconsidering retirement living, the Open Day willprovide a great opportunity to view the villageʼsfacilities, meet some of the residents and seefirsthand what life is like at Caesia Gardens.
“If youʼve been curious about retirement living, whynot come along to the Open Day and take a tour ofthe village to see whatʼs on offer,” said GailMonument from Caesia Gardens.
“The Open Day will run from 11am – 3pm and it isan event thatʼs open to everyone so weʼre reallyencouraging people to come along.”
Caesia Gardens is one of Lend Leaseʼs vibrantretirement communities located in the heart ofCaroline Springs. The village offers flexible two orthree bedroom homes with generous open planliving and dining areas. For more informationplease call 9092 3860.
Whatʼs On:WHAT: Caesia Gardens Open DayWHEN: Sunday, February 19 from 11am – 3pm.WHERE: Caesia Gardens, 48-58 Central
Parkway, Caroline Springs.
Wanted: litter heroes to help coordinate local Clean-Up Australia Day sitesMelton Shire residents,community groups and schoolsare encouraged to volunteer tocoordinate local sites for thisyearʼs Clean Up Australia Day,taking place between 9.00am -midday on Sunday 4 March.
Local Clean-Up Australia Daycoordinators identify clean-upsites in their local area such asparks or waterways. Council willprovide coordinators withpromotional leaflets forneighbourhood distribution, plusregistration forms, collection bagsand instructions.
Melton Shire Council Mayor, CrJustin Mammarella, JP said thatCouncil encouraged community-minded people to volunteer as
leaders for this special event andhelp identify and coordinate localclean-up sites.
“Clean-Up Australia Day is awonderful opportunity to gettogether with family andneighbours and spend a fewhours making our municipalitycleaner and, not to mention safer,for local birds and wildlife,” said CrMammarella.
“Melton Shire is home to someendangered wildlife, including theWhite-Bellied Sea Eagle, platypusand frogs, which are impacted bylitter and waste. Days like Clean-Up Australia Day are critical inensuring that our local flora andfauna is protected.
“As a community we have great
fun on this morning and thevolunteer site coordinators makea real difference.”
In 2011, the Shire hosted 16Clean-Up Australia Day sites.Twenty five community groupswere involved along with, nineschools, one church, five scoutgroups and four local businesses,making it a worthwhile, communityfocussed day.
Participants will be treated to afree barbeque at Hannah WattsPark after the clean-up.
For more information onbecoming a site coordinatorcontact Councilʼs EnvironmentalEducator on 9747 7200or you can register atwww.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au/register/
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* Regular Welcome and Information Nights for new residents to Caroline Springs. The nights also provide residents with an update on what is happening in their local community, gives new residents an opportunity to meet their new neighbours.
* A Green Pass discount card that provides access to wholesale plants and garden products; and a range of special introductory offers and discounts from local businesses.
* A House warming gift provided by Lend Lease.
It's never too late to be made Welcome so ifyou've got caught up unpacking please book infor the next event that suits.
The next event will be held on 22nd February,to book go towww.carolinespringsonline.com./welcome
Welcome to Caroline Springs! Welcome to Caroline Springs! The Lions Club ofCaroline Springs & District is now holding the"Welcome to new Resident's" programpreviously run by Lend Lease Caroline Springs.This is an opportunity to provide new residentswith information about local facilities & to meet afew other residents. Moving into a newcommunity should be as easy and as trouble-freeas possible.
The Resident Welcome Program include;
• Interaction with long term residents eager toshare a wealth of knowledge and information regarding Caroline Springs and surrounds
* A welcome to new residents and businesses alike and discussion regarding their needs and expectations in our community.
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Upgrade at Melton Recycling FacilityMeltonʼs Recycling Facility hasreceived an upgrade as part ofongoing improvements at thesite.
Hydraulic tipping hoppers haverecently been installed at theresidual waste disposal area atthe facility. Residual wasterefers to household waste itemsthat cannot be composted orrecycled.
The new tipping equipment wasdesigned and manufacturedlocally by Rossco Engineeringin Bacchus Marsh and hasgreatly enhanced the residualwaste disposal area.
Melton Shire Council Mayor, Cr
Justin Mammarella JP, said theupgrade has made the disposalprocess safer and moreefficient for users.
“Council is committed toproviding best practice servicesand facilities for residents andthis upgrade has made it saferand easier for residents todispose of those waste itemsthat cannot be composted orrecycled.”
Another benefit of the newstate-of-the-art equipment isthe ability to extract greaterquantities of recyclablematerials which wouldotherwise have been disposedto landfill.
The Melton Recycling Facility islocated in Ferris Rd, Melton.Throughout daylight savingsthe facility is open Monday toFriday, 8am – 6pm and onweekends and public holidaysfrom 8:30am to 5pm.
For more information contactthe Melton Recycling Centre on9743 1983 during openinghours or contact CustomerService on 9747 7200.
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Thai Massage Centre now open in Caroline SpringsIt was good to hear that “ThaiEssence” Natural Body Care &Health Centre was open justbefore the Christmas last year.“Thai Essence” is a Thai massagecentre, which has become a partof the beautiful Caroline Springscommunity.
Traditional Thai Massage hasbeen recognized for hundreds ofyear as an effective naturaltherapy. It is a combination ofmuscle compression to stimulate
blood circulation and energy flow,and body stretching.
Therapeutic Thai massages arealso well-known for assisting intreatment of body aching andstress relief, and maintaining goodhealth and well-being. ThaiEssence presents itselfimpressively with its friendly andrelaxing environment, using nativeherbs and aromatic oil which willinspire your range of the 5 sensualtreatments: sight, taste, smell,hearing, and touch.
Whenever you feel tired, stressed,or your body aching, and wantingto rejuvenate your mind, body, andsoul in a relaxing andpeacefulmoment, visit and enjoythat atmosphere and a real Thai
massage provided by qualifiedmassage therapists at “ThaiEssence”.
The centre is located at shop 28Lake Street Caroline Springs, justa minute walk to the lake, and soconvenient with ample car park atthe front.
Letʼs get back to a natural remedy.Call 8390 1779 for a booking, orvisit their website atwww.thaiessencecentre.com.aufor more information.
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clicking "Save this route" to addit to the database. The nexttime you or anyone else in theneighbourhood is looking for aroute, they will see your pin. WalkJogRun also has freetraining plans to help beginnerthrough advanced runners andwalkers train for a 5K, 10K, halfmarathon, or marathon.
WalkJogRun is also available inthe App Store. Get the iPhoneapp today and start training!
Key Features of the App;• Find routes near you • Free training plans for
beginner, intermediate, and advanced runners
• Daily run notifications • Search runs by distance ordurationSource: WalkJogRun.Net
Linda BulnerCommunity DevelopmentManager Lend Lease
Walk, Jog, Run – plan to get out and about!With 60 kms of hike and biketrails throughout CarolineSprings now is a great time toget out and explore some newsurroundings. The pathsconnect residents with a varietyof experiences from rockescarpments along KororoitCreek, beautiful naturalenvironments, to fitnessequipment and to coffee stopsat the TownCentre.
Walk Jog Runis a free webservice to helpyou plan yourexercise routesand to find outhow far youreally arewalking orrunning!
There are quite a few plannedroutes on the site already for avariety of different distancesaround Caroline Springs. Whynot join today and add yourfavourite for others to share?
WalkJogRun.net is a way toplan your running, biking, orwalking routes. It includes adistance/speed calculator andcalorie burn estimator. Click onthe map to set a starting point,and keep clicking to draw aroute from point to point.If you create an account youcan see all of your workouts inone place, as well as track yourtraining.
You can save your routes by
Part Way is Okay! How to avoid the traffic at yourschool.
In a joint initiative with RACV,Ride2School piloted ʻPart Wayis OKʼ program in Term 2, 2010at three schools within theShire of Melton.
The pilot program aimed toencourage parent car users todrop off their children atdesignated points to get morestudents to walk or ride part ofthe way to school.
The Council expanded theprogram in Caroline Springs in2011 to include more drop offzones for students attendingschools at Brookside and theTown Centre.
They now include designatedareas at Old Hall Drive, BushyPark Drive, Lauricella Placeand Commercial Road. MeltonShire Council is working onidentifying safe locationsaround the SpringsideEducation Precinct over thecoming months.
Look out for the Part Way isOkay blue sign. Check outthese safe drop off zones withineasy walking distance to yourchildʼs school by going towww.carolinespringsonline.com.au/partwayisokay.
Linda Bulner, CommunityDevelopment Manager, LendLease, 9361 6215.
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CS Square gets H-App-y with new iPhone AppIf youʼve ever dreamed ofhaving your very own personalshopping assistant, it nowcomes on your phone.The new CS Square iPhoneApp is your shopping guide toeverything you need to knowabout CS Square. Thisapplication will help you planyour visit to CS Square andnavigate the centre whilst youare there.
Have you ever needed to pickup a last minute birthday gift ona quick grocery shop but notsure how to get to the shop youneed? Forgotten your shoppinglist at home and had to try andremember your list off the top ofyour head? Or ever panickedand wished you knew wherethe closest toilets were?
Well, donʼt wetyour pants justyet. The CSS q u a r eS h o p p e rGuide – CSS q u a r e ʼ shandy iPhone
App – has been releasedrecently and along with anumber of great features, has aquick toilet locator!
The CS Square Shopper Guideis like having a personalshopping assistant in yourpocket. Unique Featuresinclude a shopping list creatorthat will always be on hand andcan even be sent to friends orfamily via email or SMS –
perfect when you want to drophints leading up to yourbirthday. The App also includessections to make yourshopping trip easier like ahandy car park locator, fullstore listings and directionsaround the centre. Thereʼseven a dedicated section onthe latest news and specialoffers to make sure you donʼtmiss out on any CS Squarebargains or events.
Thereʼs a unique Family Lifesection to help the many youngfamilies that shop at CSSquare. It groups everythinguseful into one location for busyfamilies including details ofparentʼs rooms, kidʼs stores,kidʼs food suggestions and anevents section filled withactivities to keep the childrenoccupied.
Centre Manager of CS Square,Anthony Tramonte said “Justlike our facebook page, theintroduction of the CS SquareiPhone App is a new andexciting way for our customersto engage with their favouritestores at CS Square. Its handyfeatures will make shopping atCS Square easier than everbefore and will make sure youmake the most out of every tripyou make to CS Square.”
The CS Square iPhone App isfree and can be downloadedfrom the iTunes App Store. Formore information, visit the CSSquare Facebook page orwww.cssquare.com.au.
Mayor encourages residentsto have say on taxis
The Mayor of Melton ShireCouncil, Cr Justin MammarellaJP, is encouraging residents tohave their say on the taxiindustry inquiry.
In March this year the StateGovernment announced amajor independent inquiry intothe Victorian taxi and hire carindustry. The inquiry willinvestigate all aspects of thetaxi and hire car industry andrecommend a set of reforms tothe government focused onachieving better outcomes forthe travelling public.
Cr Mammarella encouragedresidents to take advantage ofthe opportunity to have their sayon Victoriaʼs taxis.
“I have had many localresidents speak to me as Mayorabout issues involving theavailability of taxis within ourmunicipality.
“I encourage all local residentsto make a submission to theinquiry in an endeavour to bringabout improved taxi services tobetter meet the needs of ourcommunity.”
The inquiry will report back tothe State Government withrecommendations for improvingsafety, service and competitionin the taxi industry by mid-2012.
Residents can access thesurvey by visitingwww.taxiindustryinquiry.vic.gov.au
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Scrapbooking for Children - Ages 8-12 yearsAn opportunity for children toexplore their creativity by meansof photographs of special and/oreveryday events in their lives.Children will be shown how tocreate unique scrapbook pagesusing a variety of applicationseg. punches, stamping, stickers,brads, buttons, and a variety ofother embellishments. They willbe shown under supervision howto use the relevant equipmentnecessary to enhance theirpages.
Supervisors possess WorkingWith Children IDʼs.Classes run usually on the lastSaturday each month,commencing January 28 andconcluding November 24th(some months the date will
change due to school holidaysetc. Schedule is available onrequest). Classes commence9.30am until 1pm. Cost is $15.00per class per child. $25.00 for 2children from the sameimmediate family.
Children are requested to bringat least 8 photos per session.Some classes may be designedfor specific pages, eg. Jan/Febclasses will concentrate onChristmas, so children are askedto bring along their Christmasphotos to work with.
For bookings and/or enquiriesplease email Janet McKinney [email protected] inthe first instance, or mobile 0425852 735
There will be additional specialclasses periodically during theyear covering cardmaking withchildren. These will run onSaturdays 10am-2pm: May 19,July 21 and October 20 and are$20 per child. Bookingsessential.
In these classes children will betaught the basics of cardmakingand will have the opportunity tocomplete at least 4 cards duringeach class.
Classes are conducted in acaring and nurturingenvironment with children havingthe opportunity to explore newavenues in creativity. Classesare suitable for both boys andgirls and are held at 1 HepburnWay, Caroline Springs.
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and your paints life is extendedover the lifetime of the car.
A complete detail whichincludes a cut-n-polish isrecommended for completerejuvenation of your car, this isalso a mandatory requirementif you have prospective buyerslooking at your car; this wayyou have the potential torecover more than what youpaid.”
During Jagʼs down time, heenjoys a strong fitness regime,and reading a good book.Welcome to Caroline SpringsCentral Jag - a great additionfor many reasons!
Of Course summer also meansanother important thing.....yesice cream!Cold Rock Ice Creamery atCaroline Springs CentralSome things you might notknow about this store includethe fact that its 100% Australianowned and made and the mostpopular flavours at the storeinclude cake batter, cookies &cream, bubble gum, caramelmud cake, Ferrero andobviously chocolate!
Thinking of the calories so youcan fit in your bikini? Have nofear - they have range ofsorbets that are low in fat andno dairy.
So take another look atCaroline Springs Central -weʼre here for you.
CAROLINE SPRINGS CENTRAL SHOPPING CENTREEasy (cool) and free to park inthe 400 undercover and soconvenient to pop in and out ofall the stores located onCaroline Springs Boulevard -thereʼs more to the centre thanmeets the eye from food,fitness, beauty, sports, music,coffee, deli, banking, opitical,real estate through to eveningdining and take-away. Take astroll - say hi to the friendlylocal staff.
Brand new to the centre andlocated in the cool undercovercarpark is Aqua Hand Carwashowned by Caroline Soringslocal Mr Jag Dhillon.
When asked why start atCaroline Springs, Jag says“that of all places, CarolineSprings is a fast growing areawith plenty of future potential,and there is a demand in themarket for a carwash”.
A new business means newjobs for the locals and Jag hasemployed 4 staff currently in hisemploy,In addition Aqua HandCarwash uses Australian madeproducts, which areenvironmentally friendly, and inmost cases totally bio-degradable.
When asked about what hiscustomers can expect from hiscarwashes and services, Jagresponds, “With us, you get thebest quality, and exceptionalcustomer service. Your car isclean, looks good, smells good,
Council Awards KerbsideWaste Collection Contract
Melton Shire Council hasawarded its kerbside wastecollection contract to JJRichards and Son Pty Ltd.
The seven year contract,commencing 1 July 2012,includes kerbside collectionservices for waste, recyclablesand green organics.Mayor of Melton Shire Council,Cr Justin Mammarella JP,stressed the importance ofthoughtful, efficient wastemanagement within the Shire.
“Melton Shire Councilʼs ʻIt StartsWith Zeroʼ Waste ManagementStrategy outlines Councilʼs keydirectives in relation to best-practice, waste managementwithin the Shire,” the Mayor said.
“The awarding of the wastecollection contract is an integralpart of the commitment the Shireof Melton has made to providesustainable solutions for thecollection, disposal and resourcerecovery from waste generatedwithin our community.”
Councilʼs 2012 CommunityCalendar, which outlines wastecollection date information, hasnow been delivered to all homesin the Shire. If you have notreceived yours, please contactCouncilʼs Waste Services unit on9747 7200 to arrange for a copyto be sent to you.
At the end of the year it will beavailable on theRubbish/Recycling page
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Rare & endangered Growling Grass Frogs discovered at Melton!Rare & endangered GrowlingGrass Frogs discovered atMelton!A newly created man-madewetland in Melton South is nowhome to rare Growling GrassFrogs! These endangered frogswere recently recorded byMelton Environment Group forthe Melbourne Water FrogCensus.
The Growling Grass Frog isone of Victoriaʼs mostendangered frogs. It is also ourlargest & most impressivelooking frog. In Victoria it islisted as Threatened under theFlora and Fauna Guarantee Act1988 and classified asendangered. It is listed asVulnerable nationally under theEnvironment Protection &Biodiversity Conservation(EPBC) Act 1999.
As a population of GrowlingGrass Frogs had already beenrecorded in Melton South byMelton Environment Group andreported to the MelbourneWater Frog Census,development here had toaddress the protection of theseendangered frogs.
Development in Melton Southunder the EPBC Actrequirements enabled theGrowling Grass Frogs tosurvive the developmentprocess & subsequentlyextend their range to a newlycreated wetland.
It also made possible thecolonization of this new wetlandby four other frog species. Thisgraphically illustrates thatprotecting the habitat of aʻkeystoneʼ species such asGrowling Grass Frog also givesprotection to a range of otherwildlife species.
The manmade wetland createdas part of this development isnow a hot spot for frogs &home to an impressive chorusof five frog species, as well asseveral wetland birds:Growling Grass Frog, WhistlingTreefrog, Pobblebonk, SpottedMarsh Frog, Common Froglet.
This discovery in Melton Southgraphically illustrates howprogress & development iscompatible with protection ofendangered wildlife, despitewidely held views thatprotection of vulnerable wildlife(specifically Growling Grass
Frogs) is too onerous &threatens the viability ofdevelopment projects.
Undeniably endangered wildlifesuch as bandicoots, StripedLegless Lizards & Golden SunMoths are also in need of suchprotection by the provision ofadequate wildlife corridors toprotect their habitat!
This demonstrates thatenvironmentally sensitivedevelopment is easilyachievable; despite loudstatements to the contrary. It isalso another example thatMelton remains in the forefrontof environmental responsibility.
The presence of GrowlingGrass Frogs in this newlycreated wetland is a triumph forenvironmental awareness &planning by Melton!
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Book ClubIf you are interested in reading, meeting others and having a good discussion on literature,the First Friday Book Club is for you. The next two meetings will be on Friday 3 February andFriday 2 March @ 10am. There is an annual fee for Library book clubs. For information,contact 9747 5300
Basic InternetLearn Internet basics in this friendly, hands-on session. The next class will be held on Tuesday7 February 11am – 12.30pm. Class costs $5.50 or $4.40 concession.Bookings essential, contact 9747 5300
Book Chat ClubIf you enjoy books, movies and chatting, feel free to join in on the fortnightly discussions atthe library on Wednesdays at 11am. The next two meetings will be on 8 February and 22February. All welcome. No bookings required. For more information, contact 9747 5300
Knit and Chat GroupCome and join our knitting group that meets fortnightly on Fridays. Bring along your ownprojects and have an enjoyable morning. All levels welcome. The next two meetings will beon 10 February and 24 February @ 11am. No bookings required.
Attract This – Teen CraftiesThis once a term craft activity for teens has an attraction theme. Teens can make their ownmagnets using air dry clay. Free activity, suitable for ages 12+. Friday 10 February 3.30-4.30pm. No bookings required
National Year of Reading – Launch2012 is the National Year of Reading. It's about helping people discover and rediscover themagic of books and about Australians becoming a nation of readers. Archie Fusillo will helplaunch Melton Library & Information Services National Year of Reading campaign on Tuesday14 February @ 11am All ages welcome. Free event. For information, contact 9747 5300
Writerʼs GroupTap into your own life experiences and use your imagination to create your individual storiesin a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. The next two meetings of the Caroline Springs WriterʼsGroup will be on Wednesday 15 February and Wednesday 14 March @ 7pm. For moreinformation, contact 9747 5300
Baby TimeA fun and interactive program for babies. Appropriate for children aged between 0-2 years.Activities include rhymes, singing, fingerplays and an introduction to reading books. Sessionsrun for 30 minutes every Tuesday and Friday @ 10am. The first sessions for 2012 areTuesday 7 February and Friday 10 February.
BoardomTest your skills on our board games every Tuesday 3.30 – 5pm during the school term. Allages welcome. Parental supervision required for under 12s. The first session for 2012 willbe Tuesday 7 February.
Chess ClubLearn strategic techniques and practice your skills on our chess boards. All ages welcome.Parental supervision required for under 12s. Every Monday 3.30 – 4.30pm during the schoolterm. The first session for 2012 will be Monday 6 February.
Dungeons and DragonsDungeons and Dragons is an exciting campaign thatplays one epic encounter at a time. All ageswelcome. Parental supervision required for under12s. Every Friday 3.30 – 5pm during the schoolterm. The first session for 2012 will be Friday 10February.
Games ArvoLAN party every Wednesday 3.30 – 4.30pm duringthe school term. The first session for 2012 will beWednesday 8 February.
Mad MangaCome to discuss all things manga! Discuss graphicnovels, learn to draw manga, watch anime films andmeet others with the same interests!Every Thursday 4 – 5pm during the school term.The first session for 2012 will be Thursday 9February.
Pre-school StorytimeIntroduce your child to the wonderful world of booksand the joy of reading. Sessions are free and nobookings are required. Sessions run for 45 minutesand include stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplay anda short activity. Parents must stay for the entiresession. Every Monday and Thursday @ 10.30am.The first sessions for 2012 are Monday 6 Februaryand Thursday 9 February.
Coming in MarchJohn MarsdenKeep the date free – Wednesday 21 March @6.45pm.More details in the next edition of Caroline SpringsCommunity Update.
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In December, Merrimucelebrated another brilliant yearin style. Our Christmas Partyhad it all- roving clowns, a DJ,games, face painting, ananimal farm and lots more. Webid farewell to some of our guysand wish them all the best intheir new endeavours.
In 2012, we have welcomedsome new people we supportand staff and look forward to afun filled year.
We will be building further onour individualised support,working with people to becomevalued and contributingmembers of their communities.Merrimu will continue to fosternew relationships withindividuals, businesses andother service providers tomaximise opportunities forpeople with disabilities.
Watch this space in the comingmonths for more exciting news!
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Local Church Meeting Times
Brimbank Presbyterian Church – Sydenham Community Hub, 10am Sunday
Caroline Springs Uniting Church – 248 (The Anglican Church Bld) CarolineSprings Blvd, 5pm Sunday
Catherine of Siena Catholic Church – Christ the Priest School, 6pm Saturday, 9am & 10.30am Sunday
Church of Christ / Iglesia Ni CristoKeilor Downs Community Centre, 70 Taylors Rd, Keilor Downs, 5pmSaturday, Tuesday 8pm, Wed 10am
Faith Community Church – A Wesleyan Methodist Church1 Hepburn Way, 10.30am Sunday
Lifespring Church – Stevenson House, 10 Stevenson Crescent, 10am Sunday
Living Springs Baptist Church – 1430 Western Highway (via Clarke Road), 10am & 6.30pm Sunday
Living Waters Community Church – Gilson College, Taylors Road, 10am Saturday
The Anglican Church Caroline Springs – 248 Caroline Springs Blvd 10am Sunday
The Potters House Christian Fellowship115 Westwood Drive, Burnside 3023Sunday 10:30am & 6pmWednesday 7:30pm
Westside Baptist Church1st Deer Park Scouts Hall (Sassella Park)Station Road Deer ParkSunday 9:45am 11am & 6PM Thurs 7pm
Word For The World Christian Church– Braybrook School Performing Arts Hall10am Sunday
The Potterʼs House Christian Fellowship in Burnside isholding a “Miracle Healing Crusade” with internationalevangelist Steve Zapata for 5 days only starting Saturday25th February 7:30pm, all are welcome and admission isfree.
Steve comes with a wealth of experience in praying for thesick, he had recently returned from ministering in USA,Chile, Argentina, India and New Zealand. Steve saw manypeople healed with outstanding miracles. One such miraclewas a man who had been deaf in one ear for four years andafter one simple prayer was miraculously healed and couldhear perfectly!
Another man who was involved in an accident and unable towalk, could only move via a motorised scooter, wascompletely healed and was able to walk freely for the firsttime in many years.
Steve is expecting the same once again in Burnside. Hisrecent meetings in Fairfield and Wollongong NSW had ahuge support. During these meetings there were a numberof outstanding miracles. One was Patricia (70) who haddepression and was bedridden with a Motor NeuroneDisease, she came into the meeting on a walking frame afterprayer she felt stronger and within two days was walkingunaided. Another man had a twisted back which caused himpain, after prayer his back was straightened and the painimmediately gone! He has also witnessed people healedfrom cancer, back pain, arthritis and all manner ofsicknesses. People delivered from alcohol and drugaddiction.
How about you? Evangelist Steve Zapata says, “I have seenJesus do miracles, nothing is too hard for God, come as youare, experience the power of God for your life! You havenothing to lose and everything to gain!”
Everyone is welcome, these meetings should be anamazing opportunity to receive a miracle from God. Formore information contact 0408-422 220
Come and experience the power of God.
SAT 25TH FEB 7:30PM SUN 26TH FEB 10:30AMSUN 26TH FEB 6:00PM MON 27TH FEB 7:30PMTUE 28TH FEB 7:30PM WED 29TH FEB 7:30PM
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MELTON ENVIRONMENT GROUPPAINTED NESTBOXES AT ARNOLDS CREEK
A partnership between Melton Environment Group, Melton Menʼs Shed,Coburns Primary School, Melton Shire and Western Land Services
On Tuesday 17th January ninenest boxes painted by studentsfrom Coburns Primary Schoolwere placed in trees besideArnolds Creek byenvironmental contractorsWestern Land Services, onbehalf of Melton EnvironmentGroup.
The nest boxes had been builtfor Melton Environment Groupby Melton Mens Shed. Theboxes were built with holes of 2different diameters, to suitdifferent wildlife. These shouldsuit a variety of local wildlifeincluding: parrots, corellas,galahs, ducks, kookaburras,owls and possums etc.
These boxes were built fromrecycled timber, making thisproject an innovative exampleof practical recycling; as well asproviding homes for localwildlife along Arnolds Creek.
The nest boxes are beautifullypainted and the students havedisplayed both imagination andartistic talent, under theguidance of teacher MelSpencer. They have beenpainted in environmentalthemes including brightlycoloured flowers, birds,dragonflies and other insects,possums, lizards and otherwildlife etc
One of the students askedwhere the nestboxes weregoing. When told that theywould be placed at least 4-5metres from the ground in treeshe then asked:ʻWhy didnʼt we paint thebottoms?”The nest boxes were returnedto the students to complete thejob, as they suggested. A goodexample of why we shouldlisten to young people!
The nest boxes were placed intrees, at least 4 metres from theground, by Melton EnvironmentGroup corporate memberWestern Land Services, fundedby a World Environment Daygrant from Melton Shire. MeltonEnvironment Group is gratefulto Melton Shire for providing
environmental grants of $1000each to five local communityenvironmental volunteergroups.
This project is an excellentexample of a communityenvironmental group working inpartnership with othercommunity groups, schools,local authorities and localbusiness to improve the naturalenvironment of our localwaterways.
The distinctively painted boxeswill remain brilliantly colouredtributes to the students whopainted them so imaginatively.These will not only be homesfor wildlife but examples ofcommunity art. Where else willyou see wildlife nesting insideworks of art?
Postal Address: PO Box 3682, Caroline Springs VIC 3023ABN:12 200 598 619
The Fight toEnd Whaling
Sea Shepherd Conservation Societyhas embarked on their 8th expeditionto oppose illegal whaling in theSouthern Ocean, a marine sanctuary.Last year, they were able to severelydisrupt the Japanese whalersʼactivities resulting in 863 whalesbeing saved!
Despite the whalers violatingInternational Conservation laws byslaughtering threatened andendangered whale species under theguise of ʻresearchʼ, their dangerous,illegal and immoral activities continue.
This is the perfect time for us all to bewriting ʻletters to the editorʼ ofnewspapers, writing letters to ourlocal MPs and the Prime Ministercalling for an end to whaling inAustralian waters.
You can also show your support forSea Shepherd by visiting theirw e b s i t ewww.seashepherd.org/support-us/
The Plan for 2012The first draft of our Cruelty FreeGuide to the West is comingalong nicely.
The feedback from the CrueltyFree West Expo wasencouraging so we would like todo it bigger and better in 2012.
If anyone with a background inevent management orfundraising would like to offertheir assistance, we would beeternally grateful.
Everything that CSAWN doescomes back to our primary goal-to educate people about animalrights and welfare.
Therefore, it is extremelyimportant that we continue ourwork with children through ourschool talks. If you would like usto speak at your school or yourchild's school, please let usknow.
Membership Time!
Anyone can become a memberof CSAWN, regardless of thelevel of involvement you wish tohave. There is no minimumlevel of commitment.
Members can be purelyfinancial and just receive emailupdates and newsletters or canchoose to be active, hands onvolunteers, it is completelyflexible.
Membership is $10 per personper year with all fundssupporting our work in thecommunity. Cheques andmoney orders made out toCSAWN can be mailed to POBox 3682, Caroline Springs3023 or email [email protected] fordirect deposit details.
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Caroline Springs Fire BrigadeDonʼt make a tomb of the car
Caroline Springs residents are beingurged not to make a potentially fatalmistake of leaving children or pets in cars,with hot weather expected overthe coming months.Ambulance Victoria studies have shownthat even on a 29 degree day, thetemperature inside a car can reach up to44 degrees within minutes.It only takes a few minutes for a child tooverheat and their body to begin shuttingdown.
Children left in hot cars can sustain braindamage, suffer from organ dysfunction ordie from heat stress.Emergency services will break in to carsto rescue distressed or at-risk children orpets in distress and charging people forconduct endangering lives.Anyone seeing such conduct shouldcall 000 immediately.
Fuel Reduction BurnsFuel reduction burns in the CarolineSprings and neighboring areas havebeen scheduled for the later part ofJanuary and early February.Fuel reduction burns can help increasebiodiversity as well as lowering fuelhazards.Smoke may be observed whilst the burnis being conducted and it is reminded toonly call 000 where flame is visible andno fire appliances are in attendance.
Fire Danger RatingsFire Danger Ratings (FDRs) are forecastby the Bureau of Meteorology up to fourdays in advance.FDRs predict fire behaviour should a firestart, and how hard it will be to put out.The higher the FDR, the higher the risk.For every FDR there is clear advice onwhat you should do. Please visit the CFAwebsite: www.cfa.vic.gov.au for moreinformation.Victoria is divided into nine FDR districts.
Victoria is divided into nine FDR districts.To stay safe you need to be aware of theFDR in your district each day over the firedanger season. The rating of the particularday should be your trigger to take action.
For further fire safety advice on daily FDRrating in the district where you live or travelin, please visit the CFA website:www.cfa.vic.gov.au
Become a VolunteerThere are many ways that Volunteers can
make a valuable contribution to the
community. CFA welcomes different people
with different skills to meet a wide variety of
community needs.
CFA Volunteers can either be firefighters or
support roles.
Firefighting and emergency roles
include:
• Attending fires
• Fuel reduction burns
• Attending road accidents
• Attending other emergencies
Some of the support roles include:
• Community education
• Fundraising activities
• Brigade training
• Brigade administration
To register interest in becoming a CFA
Volunteer, or to find out more information,
please visit the CFA website
www.cfa.vic.gov.au or the Caroline Springs
Fire Brigade website www.csfb.fire.org.au
Brigade Call outs in the last month:It has been a busy month for the Caroline
Green Living Tips – Ditching the Clothes DryerWritten by Gavin Webber, author www.greeningofgavin.com
2. Look for a goodairer/clothes rack/horse thatholds at least one load ofwashing. We bought two forthose big washing days.
3. Use solar passive inwinter to dry your clothesindoors. We put the airers intothe front room which we closeoff and it gets nice and toasty inthere. It drys the clothes in aday or so and you don't have tobrave the elements to hangthem out.
4. If you use a heater ofsome sort in the winterevenings, then place theclothes airer a safe distanceaway from the heat source.Your clothes will be dry bymorning.
5. Plan ahead. If you knowthe kids need their schooluniforms for Monday, then do aquick load on eco-mode (don'tforget the soap nuts) and loadup the airer on Friday night.They will be dry by Sunday.
I have a confession to make.We had an electric clothesdryer! The shame. It used touse to be rated at 1800 wattson the warm setting and 2200watts on the hot setting. Such aguzzler of electricity, and it wasthe cause of some very highwinter electricity bills.
The good news is that it brokeover a year ago when theelement burnt out, and I onlytook it off the wall a few weeksago and took it to the metalrecyclers.
The even better news is that wedid not replace it with anotherelectric clothes dryer, eventhough our clothes dryingneeds have not changed. Westill need to dry clothes when itis raining, or cold in winter, orhumid in summer.
The best news of all is that wehave learnt a few tricks and tipsthat we can now share withyou, now that we havemanaged to go dryer free forover a year. Here they are.
1. Don't replace the brokendryer. Billions of people on theplanet survive without thisenergy wasting device. You willsave a stack of money byavoiding the purchase, havelower electricity bills, and amuch lower carbon footprint.Even if you use GreenPower,you are still saving loads ofmoney.
6. String up some cordbeneath an undercoveroutdoors area, preferably onethat gets a good breeze. Yourlaundry will be dry in a day,even when it is wet outside. Ifit is sunny, then use the hillshoist if you have one.
7. Install a retractableclothes line in your laundryusing the space that used to betaken up by the dryer!
I give mostof thecredit to mywife Kim,who couldhave justtold me togo and buya new onewhen our old dryer broke, but itwas her idea to try livingwithout the electric dryer, so Idid not suggest otherwise. Welldone to her for going againstthe grain of the normal societaltrend.
Dry clothes the natural way. Itis the only way to go. Ourelectricity bill has never beenso low in winter, and ourclothes last longer and don'thave that static cling you getfrom using a dryer. Give it ago, you will never look back!
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Winner of the CommunityOrganisation of the YearAward: Mothersʼ Network ofCaroline Springs andBurnsideEstablished in 2003, the MothersʼNetwork of Caroline Springs andBurnside works to improve the lives ofover 200 mothers and grandmotherswithin the Caroline Springs andBurnside areas each week.
The Network holds regular meetingsthroughout the Shire where womenand their children can gather to sharetheir stories of achievement, ordespair, with like-minded people,improving the overall health andwellbeing of all who attend. Thesemeetings are particularly important forisolated or overwhelmed mothers whodo not have other support networks inplace to help them through the variousstages of motherhood.
In addition, the Mothersʼ Network ofCaroline Springs and Burnside runs anumber of community programsincluding Kids Fit Kinder Gym,playgroups and parenting informationsessions that promote healthy lifestyleand community participation. TheNetwork also produces a newsletterthat is distributed to over 600 familiesthroughout the Shire each month.
Run solely by volunteers, the MothersʼNetwork of Caroline Springs andBurnside is a not-for-profitorganisation that welcomes mothersfrom all races, religions and socialbackgrounds and encourages thedevelopment of long-lastingfriendships that also extend benefitsto partners and children.
The Mothersʼ Network of CarolineSprings and Burnside is an extremelyvaluable organisation within the Shireand is a very worthy winner of the2012 Community Organisation of theYear Award.
Community members awarded for achievementsThe 2012 Melton Shire CommunityAchievement Awards will be presentedat Councilʼs Australia Day celebrationsat the Willows Historical Park on 26January 2012.
Mayor of Melton Shire Council, CrJustin Mammarella, JP, said theCommunity Achievement Awardsrecognised the invaluable contributionmade to the local community byindividuals and groups over the past 12months.
“We gratefully acknowledge the effortsof those who put their community andfellow residents first, and in doing so,make a real contribution to our quality oflife,” said Cr Mammarella.
“This yearʼs winners are as diverse andunique as they are dedicated, and it iswith great pleasure that we recognisetheir outstanding efforts in making theShire of Melton a wonderful place tolive, work and play.”
Winner of the Citizen of theYear Award: Edith Feth
After emigrating from war-ravagedEurope in 1949, Edith Feth, along withher husband and two children, settled inMelton 29 years ago and has becomeone of the Shireʼs most recognised andadmired citizens. After nursing herhusband through cancer and asbestosisrelated illnesses until his death in 1996,Edith channelled her desire to helppeople and improve the wellbeing ofothers by volunteering within thecommunity.
Over ten years ago, Edith was one ofthe first volunteers to commit to workingat the Melton Visitor Information Centre,which she continues to do to this day,and she now also volunteers for twoPlanned Activity Group (PAG) programsrun by Councilʼs Community Care andInclusion unit.
A passionate advocate of volunteering,Edith, aged in her 80s, was the recipientof Prime Minister Julia Gillardʼs Aboveand Beyond Award in 2011. Edithvolunteers up to 20 hours per week andis committed to improving community
access, participation and involvement;fostering community partnerships andconnections and, contributingpositively to the Melton community.Her “youʼre never too old to learn”philosophy is inspiring, and herstrength of character entrenches heras a resilient community leader androle-model to residents of all ages andsocial backgrounds. Edith is a trulyworthy winner of the 2012 MeltonCitizen of the Year Award.
Winner of the Youth Citizenof the Year Award: Marayne
MullerDedicated to the development andpromotion of youth-driven initiativesthat improve the access andparticipation opportunities of youngpeople across the Shire, MarayneMuller is an inspirational young personmaking a difference to our localcommunity.
Over the past two years, Marayneʼswillingness to advocate for youngpeople and generously volunteer hertime to ensure that vital programs aredeveloped and delivered has madeher a wonderful role-model to youngpeople in Melton and beyond.
Marayne volunteers her time across anumber of local youth initiatives,including Meltonʼs Youth AdvisoryCommittee, youth magazine NORESTRICTIONS, the Melton YouthServices Textile Program and hasrecently become involved as a leaderat the newly opened GAP youthfacility.
With aspirations of becoming a youthworker, Marayne is dedicated tostaying within the local community andproviding opportunities for youngpeople within the Shire.
Congratulations to Marayne Muller, amost worthy winner of the 2012 MeltonYouth Citizen of the Year Award.
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Perfectly located in a quiet court location and conveniently close topublic transport, Werribee plaza, schools, parks, childcare, medicalcenters, sporting facilities and freeway access; this is your chance tobuy in a great location.This neat double storey entertainer is completed with 4 bedrooms,heating, industrial air conditioning, traditional L shaped lounge,spacious light filled kitchen overlooking the low maintenance back yarddesigned for entertaining. The added bonus of high privacy fencing, aswimming pool and large pool house that can double as a bungalowwith you own bar, self-contained with toilet, shower and sauna,completes the entertainment package.
Auction 25/2/2012 2pm
9 Aquinas Court – Hoppers Crossing
Perfectly located overlooking park land this home offers luxury, comfort and lowmaintenance living. Perfect for the family wanting that little bit more; it is ideally locatednear enough to Cairnlea town center, public transport, child care, schools and shops allwithin a convenient distance nearby. This is a home that you must inspect and buy.This beautiful home features a wide grand entry with polished Sydney blue gum timberfloors, 3 Extra Large Spacious bedrooms, main includes ensuite & walk in robe, remainbedrooms all have walk in robes, large spacious family retreat upstairs, study/homeoffice or 4th guest bedroom, Step down sound proofed theatre room, separate formallounge, light filled open plan living with a warm wood fire, luxurious kitchen with stainlesssteel stove/oven, dishwasher, all opening onto decked alfresco entertainment area withcafé blinds making it perfect for year round entertainment, low maintenance gardensand surrounds. A remote double lock up garage, rear roller door access and secureinternal access along with ducted heating, air conditioning makes this a home that youmust inspect.
Auction 18/2/2012 2pm
1 Eaglehawk Circuit – Cairnlea
Perfectly located overlooking waterways and park land this home offers luxury,comfort and low maintenance living. Perfect for the family wanting that little bitmore; it is ideally located near enough to Caroline Springs town center across thecreek, public transport, child care, schools and shops all within a convenientdistance nearby. This is a home that you must inspect and buy.Featuring: A wide grand entry with polished timber floors, 4 Spacious bedrooms,main including ensuite & walk in robe with the remaining bedrooms all having builtin robes, spacious family retreat upstairs with a view, Formal lounge/home office,stone benches throughout, light filled open plan living, luxurious kitchen with stonebenches, 900m stainless steel freestanding stove/oven, dishwasher, large pantry,all opening onto decked alfresco entertainment area, low maintenance gardensand surrounds. A remote double lock up garage, rear roller door access andsecure internal access along with ducted heating, ducted cooling makes this ahome that you must inspect.
Auction 18/2/2012 12pm
30 Kororiot Approach – Caroline Springs
Gorgeous Period style home perfectly located with a spacious openfloor plan and large enclosed outdoor entertaining area. Beautifulpolished floors, ducted cooling, ducted heating landscape gardensmakes this the perfect entertainer and family home.Featuring: 3 large bedrooms; Main with full en-suite and walk in robe,built in robes to remainder, study or 4th bedroom, formal lounge/diningroom, beautiful timber kitchen with the open plan meals and familyrooms, enclosed undercover pergola entertaining area with wood fireheating, paving and lighting throughout and double garage with rearroller door access.
Auction 11/2/2012 12pm
55 Landscape Drive – Hillside
With architecturally designed homes from renowned local builder Ausecon Developments, the Springwater Apartments will capturethe hustle and bustle of the Town Centre, while still offering a private lifestyle overlooking the stunning lake.
Located in Caroline Springs, the Springwater Apartments offer an address surrounded by abundant picturesque views and convenient facilities just ashort stroll away. With shopping, education, a major recreational precinctand endless spaces to explore at your doorstep, Springwater Apartmentsare the ideal location to call home.
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Living at the Springwater Apartments,you’ll experience all of the benefits ofbeing part of the awa d winningCa oline Springs community including:> Public transport links to CBD and
western suburbs
> Over 120 hectares of open spaceincluding beautiful parks, stunninglakes and waterways
> Playgrounds, sports fields, gym,walking tracks, $19million sport &recreation p ecinct
> Shopping & dining in thevibrant Town Centre
> 23 village parks> 9 schools plus childcare and
adult education> 60km of hike & bike trails
REDEFINING WATERFRONT LIVING IN THE THE WEST.
ARTISTS IMPRESSION
Ausecon Developments (Pty Ltd) has been amajor builder and developer in Caroline Springs over the past 6 years. With wide-ranging experience in quality residential construction, Ausecon has raised the bar for urban design and living across numerous projects ac oss Victoria.r
Sales and Information Contact Nick Muni 0419 733 733Boran Rusinovic 0418 339 203
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An Enchanting and Lovely Cottage
This picturesque and quaint cottage offers excellent features and design.
Built for those with discerning tastes for quality as well as position. Situated
walking distance to transport and the Brookside Centre schools and sports
oval, as well as minutes from Caroline Springs Town Centre. This one is
simply lovely, give yourself a treat. Comprising of 3 bedrooms, master with
bay window and walk in robe, two-way bathroom, open plan kitchen/family
and meals, kitchen with stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, french doors
opening to outdoor living, ducted heating and split system cooling, single
garage with remote control and rear roller door
Call Dean Clements 0413 870 656
Great Family Home set on approx. 667m2 of Land
Away from the hustle and bustle of inner Caroline Springs, wehave a great family home anxiously waiting for its new owners.This well looked after spacious residence includes 4 good-sizedbedrooms (Master with Walk-in-robe and ensuite), plus study.There are 2 large living areas and open kitchen with stainlesssteel appliances. Other features include ducted heating,evaporative cooling, remote double garage and laminate floorboards. Well-established gardens and sunroom make thishome a definite inspection.
Call Dean Clements 0413 870 656
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Robert Xerri is looking for a 3B/R cottage style home with 1 cargarage up to $385,000
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Alisha wants a 3B/R townhouse in the Cypress Views estateup to $400,000 for investment, can settle in 60 days from dateof sale
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Sonia & David are wanting a double storey home 4B/R + studyand prefer a period style home with 3-4 car garage up to$750,000
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Kate & Reece need a 3B/R small home with double garage,must be under 8 years old and close to Town Centre up to$450,000
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Important questions you should ask when interviewing an agent to lease or manage your property.
1. Does your agency have a specialist Leasing Manager who is dedicated to achieving the best results for you in the shortest time, and not just hand out keys?
2. Does your agency have a dedicated Rental Trust Account Manager to ensure prompt and accurate payment and assist you with any queries?
3. Does your Property Manager give weekly updates when my property is being marketed for lease?
4. Does your Property Manager conduct a routine inspection after the first three months of the tenancy and then six monthly thereafter, and are inspections always up to date?
5. Is your agency and your Property Manager members of the REIV and do they undergo regular training?
6. Does your Property Management department have a zero arrears policy and an action plan to handle arrears if they apply?
7. Does your Property Manager carry out annual rent reviews?
8. Are your Property Managers easy to contact and do they return calls promptly?
9. Does your agency maintain a database of prospective tenants who can be matched to available properties for lease?
10. Does your Property Manager do such a great job that you would recommend them?
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5 Klippel Way
CAROLINE SPRINGS
46 Dahlia Drive
CAROLINE SPRINGS
2 Strickland Crescent
BURNSIDE
9 Hascombe Drive
CAROLINE SPRINGS
FOR SALE
3 Bedrooms2 Bathroom
1 Garage$375,000+
Jessica Tchongue 0449 256 649
4 Bed + Study2 Bathroom
2 Garage$470,000
Natelie Wannouch 0413 222 968
3 Bedrooms1 Bathroom
1 Garage$335,000+
Jessica Tchongue 0449 256 649
3 Bedrooms2 Bathroom
2 Garage$430,000+
Natelie Wannouch 0413 222 968
Shop 38 13-19 Lake Street CS SquarePhone 9363 1455 Fax 9363 1411 Email: [email protected]
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12 Cassan Way
CAROLINE SPRINGS
50 Bushy Park Avenue
CAROLINE SPRINGS
25 Cobaw Circuit
CAROLINE SPRINGS
4 Clarendon Wynd
CAROLINE SPRINGS
FOR SALE
4 Bed + Study2 Bathroom
2 Garage$560,000+
Natelie Wannouch 0413 222 968
4 Bed + Study2 Bathroom
2 Garage$520,000+
Jessica Tchongue 0449 256 649
3 Bedrooms1 Bathroom
1 Garage$340,000+
Jessica Tchongue 0449 256 649
4 Bedrooms2 Bathroom
2 Garage$430,000 - $460,000
Natelie Wannouch 0413 222 968
Indoor Swimming Pool
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Happy New YearStarting 2012 with a Bang...
ʻWe are glad to have chosen YPA to sell our home
and highly recommend their servicesʼ
ʻWe dealt with a lot of agents in the area
My wife and I were most impressed with YPA
Thank you for finding us the perfect homeʼ
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