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A Wyndham GP fears the federal governments new north-western Melbourne Primary Health Network (PHN) will be unable to address the communitys specific needs because it covers too many municipalities.

In July next year, the PHN will replace South Western Melbourne Medicare Local (SWMML) as the organisation responsible for preventive health and planning in Wyndham.

While SWMML covered just Wyndham and Hobsons Bay, the new north-western Melbourne PHN will stretch from Wyndham to Melbourne, Sunbury to Bacchus Marsh, and Craigieburn to Preston.

Dr Joe Garra said he was surprised by the extent of the networks boundary, and he had called on the government to ensure the health body has local branches.

To me, the boundaries dont make sense. Health needs are specific to one or two suburbs or an area not an entire region, he said.

There needs to be local branches to look after the health needs of areas like Wyndham, otherwise what is the point?

Without local branches it will be difficult for the network to provide targeted services.

The government says its new networks will improve the efficiency and effectiveness of health services by working directly with GPs and primary care providers.

But Lalors Labor MP, Joanne Ryan, said she didnt believe the network could effectively serve a vast area.

She fears expertise will end up centralised in Melbournes CBD.

The South Western Melbourne Medicare Local has been doing important work on preventive and mental health services, GP practice support and, most importantly, population needs analysis, Ms Ryan said.

We need to ensure primary health care networks will understand the needs of our high-growth community so that things like maternity, cardiac and childrens services are located where theyre needed. Im not sure bureaucrats in CBD Melbourne will be able to balance the inner city with the high-growth and regional areas.

Federal Health Minister Peter Dutton said the government had reviewed the performance of Medicare Locals and found that a new system would deliver better frontline health-care services.

Primary Health Networks will deliver better health outcomes for Australians over time by improving the links between local health services and hospital care, and through the better targeting of available funding on effective health programs, he said. Primary Health Networks will be clinically focused with general practice at the heart of improving the delivery of primary health care in Australia.

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To me, the boundaries dont make sense - Joe Garra

Werribee truck driver Paul Goudie is recovering in a Thai hospital after being mauled by a tiger while on holiday.

The 49-year-old sustained stomach and leg injuries in the incident and had emergency surgery in Phuket last week.

Mr Goudie is believed to have stepped inside a cage at the Tiger Kingdom theme park in Phuket to pat one of the larger tigers.

He was dragged to safety by park attendants after the unexpected attack.

At Tiger Kingdom, visitors are able to visit tiger enclosures and pose for photos with animals, which are on chains.

We did everything as the park people advised, Mr Goudie told Phuketwan.com.

Im not sure why it bit me, but I had no choice except to whack it in the face a couple

of times. The tiger was 15 months old. I was patting him and everything was fine. I stood up to leave and he just lunged that was it.

His son Jake said the attack happened quickly and staff used a taser to subdue the tiger. But the family defended the tiger park.

There can be no blame attached to anyone, Jake said. People claimed my father must have run to trigger the tigers response. But my dad has two steel pins in an ankle and he never moves very fast. We all heard the taser go off. I heard him scream. Get it off me.

Mr Goudie said staff were absolutely fantastic. I dont want anything to happen to the tiger, he said. I dont want it killed.

Mr Goudie hopes to return home this week.

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The first sod has been turned on construction of a long-awaited community hub at Point Cooks Saltwater Promenade.

Children and Early Childhood Development Minister Wendy Lovell announced the start of works last Tuesday.

The $6.7 million centre is being built by Wyndham council and the state government, with the council spending $5.2 million on the project.

By 2016, it will provide both early childhood and kindergarten services for children living at Saltwater Coast estate. The centre will also have consulting rooms for maternal and child health services, early childhood intervention services, community meeting rooms, an amphitheatre and community gardens.

Ms Lovell said the hub would provide 132 kindergarten places and give more local families access to high-quality, early-years services.

Bringing these services together is not only more convenient for families, it allows a childs progress to be better monitored, ensuring any issues can be identified and addressed early on, Ms Lovell said.

The development of this childrens centre is a wonderful example of what can be achieved when state government, council and community work together.

Laura Michell

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By Cameron Tait

The owner of a Little River puppy farm faces a potential fine of up to $24,000 and may be banned from owning dogs for 10 years after being charged by Wyndham council last week.

The charges follow a joint raid by council and police on October 14 when nine breeding dogs and seven puppies were seized.

The owner of the property had previously been issued with a notice to cease operating as a domestic animal business.

Without a permit, a maximum of four adult dogs, older than 12 weeks old, are permitted to be kept on a rural property.

Information gathered from the raid led council officers to a Hoppers Crossing property where a further two breeding dogs were seized on October 16.

The owner, Anthony Sammut, has been charged with 14 offences, including failing to provide proper and sufficient water, failing to provide veterinary attention, operating a domestic animal business without a permit, and failing to register all animals.

The council and the RSPCA had previously attended the Little River farm twice in the past year after reports that up to 50 dogs were living in squalid conditions, denied adequate shelter and veterinary care.

Dogs were allegedly living in cages inside a corrugated iron compound with cement floors covered in excrement, while bowls were overflowing with mouldy food and drinking water provided for the dogs had turned green.

Wyndham mayor Bob Fairclough thanked animal activist group Oscars Law for the information it provided to the council and warned the illegal puppy trade would not be tolerated in the city.

Puppy breeder charged

The puppy farm at 96 Little River Road, Little River. (Beau Donelly)

The farming of puppies in this manner is abhorrent and we will do everything within our power to shut down operations, he said.

In this instance, the issuing of a previous notice meant officers were able to act swiftly once we received notification that activity was occurring without a permit.

Officers must act within the bounds of the

law and the process previously put in place meant that this time, we were able to seize the dogs immediately, Cr Fairclough said

He said the council will also be seeking that the owner be banned from owning a dog for the maximum period of 10 years.

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A prisoner last week lost his bid to appeal a nine-year sentence for kidnapping an Altona woman at gunpoint.

The Supreme Court also refused John Booths application to appeal his conviction.

Booth was last year convicted in the County Court on charges of criminal damage, aggravated burglary, assault and kidnapping, and sentenced to nine years and three months with a minimum of seven years.

On April 26, 2011, Booth had gone to Volt nightclub at Werribee Plaza, where his friend and another man got into an argument over the latters girlfriend. The dispute escalated into a fight between two groups outside the club.

Booth and his friends drove from Volt to the Altona home of the other mans girlfriend and broke every window of her unit. He then returned with two other men early the next morning.

The woman and her mother were sharing a bed because they felt insecure. They woke to find three masked men ordering them out of bed. Booth was holding a sawn-off shotgun and the younger woman was dragged by her hair from the bedroom to the lounge, as the men tried to ascertain her boyfriends whereabouts.

When the woman said she did not know, she was dragged outside to a car and ordered into the boot. One of the men raised his gun

and fired into the air before the car was driven to Booths home.

The woman was locked in the boot of the car for about eight hours before being released. She said her kidnappers opened the boot several times, including once when Booth wanted the phone number of the victims boyfriend.

Booth applied to appeal his conviction on the sole ground the trial judge erred in admitting into evidence the victims boyfriends statement about the events at Volt nightclub. Supreme Court Justice Robert Redlich disagreed, saying the boyfriends evidence provided a motive that was highly relevant.

The ruling was, if I may say so, impeccable, Justice Redlich said.

Booth sought leave to appeal his sentence on the grounds that the trial judge erred in rejecting evidence relating to his IQ and failing to obtain a forensic assessment of him.

Justice Redlich said the sentencing judge had concluded Booth suffered no relevant intellectual deficit or mental disorder and refused to order a forensic assessment.

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The ruling was, if I may say so, impeccable - Justice Redlich



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This new 54 bed acute mental health facility will provide 25 additional beds and replace 29 existing acute mental health beds.

This expansion will improve local access to mental health services and is one of many mental health

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By Cameron Tait

They say if you want something done, ask a busy person, and it would be difficult to find a busier man than Daniel Ramudu.

Although he retired four years ago, the Werribee resident continues to dedicate his time to helping and giving back to the community.

The former police officer and anaesthetic technician, who immigrated to Australia from Britain in 1984 and spent 25 years working at Melbournes Royal Childrens Hospital, was one of 17 people recognised as a local hero by Federal Lalor MP Joanne Ryan last week.

In a typical week, Mr Ramudu volunteers at St Thomas Church in Werribee every Monday, provides comfort to visitors to Werribee Mercy Hospitals emergency department on a Tuesday and feeds breakfast to hungry school children, who may otherwise go without, through the Red Cross Breakfast Club on Fridays.

He also helps out at the St Vincent De Paul op-shop at Werribee Plaza and fundraises and delivers for SecondBite, a charity which redistributes fresh food to the homeless and people in crisis around Victoria.

Until a few years ago, Mr Ramudu supported young people taken into police custody through the Youth Referral and Independent Persons Program, and he still volunteers with the Melbourne International Air Show at Avalon and the Weerama Festival, and helps the MS Society with its fundraisers.

I enjoy every minute of it, he said. Its important to give as much back to the community as you can. I encourage people to use their spare time and not let it just pass by.

Giving just one hour of your time to help others makes a big difference.

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refreshments and support to people waiting in the emergency department, and reads books and plays games with children, offering them support at times of significant trauma.

Having worked in a hospital for 30 years, I know its a place where everybody is stressed, so my job is to relieve that in whatever way I can, he said. Ill offer people tea, coffee and biscuits and provide them with moral support.

A keen sportsman in his youth, Mr Ramudu

continues to walk six kilometres a day and, on Fridays, walks from home to the breakfast club at Wyndham Park Primary School.

Some parents cant afford to provide their kids with breakfast, so many children are waiting for us to open, he said. We give them cornflakes and milk and teach them good habits, like saying please and thank-you, and washing their dishes.

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40 years agoOctober 30, 1974

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Werribee faces its biggest snake problem in 30 years, says local snake catcher Charlie Lash. The veteran reptile wrangler has already caught more than 60 snakes in backyards since they started coming out of hibernation about two weeks ago.


Werribee has won its battle to retain the prized Laverton North industrial area but stands to lose up to $1 million in rate revenue when Exford and Balliang East are merged with neighboring shires. These are the main ramifications of municipal boundary changes recommended by the Local Government Board last week.

10 years agoNovember 10, 2004

Some Wyndham service stations may be investigated for allegedly selling dirty fuel, which has cost some motorists up to $1600 in repairs. Westpoint Ford service manager Laurie Sammut said an average of two cars a week had been coming in with damage caused by contaminated fuel. Consumer Affairs Victoria urged affected motorists to report incidents immediately.

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Working in a tackle store at 18 years old, Michael Felsovary decided to buy his first rod and he has been hooked ever since.

He now owns Hooked on Bait & Tackle at Hoppers Crossing, turning his passion into a living.

The business has a range of tackle and great service that takes customers back to the good old days, when the right advice was given out every time.

We have been open for almost 10 years now, with more to come. During this time the store has changed numerous times, Michael says.

We are always expanding our range so we can offer more to our customers.

This includes a recent expansion that has allowed us to now stock a range of Native Watercraft pedal and paddle kayaks.

Michaels business aim is to provide customers with not only the tools but the knowledge to have a great time on the water and, hopefully, catch a fish or two.

Hooked on Bait & Tackle stocks a comprehensive range of key brands, such as Shimano, L Wilson, Rapala, Plano, Berkley, Costa Sunglasses, NS Black Hole and many others.

Customers can expect friendly and knowledgeable service, the best range of fresh and frozen bait available, something new and exciting to see and a huge range of products to select from not just standard items but speciality ones as well.

What we are really proud of is that we also stock an extensive range of quality boutique brands, in particular, brands

out of Japan, such as OSP, IMA, Jackall, Yamashita, Maria, Gancraft, Evergreen, Imakatsu and Dress, Michael says.

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A little friendly competition never hurt anyone, so rustle up a team and get down to Wyncity Bowl & Entertainment.

Wyncity is an ideal place for entertaining the whole family, with ten-pin bowling, laser tag, bumper cars, glow-in-the-dark mini golf and 50 arcade machines.

It has Australias first ever Time Freak a UV themed game room with 3D props, where patrons race against the clock to push buttons quickly to light up a playground plus a fully licensed caf and restaurant.

Family, friends and colleagues can either

make up a team or join another team to compete against others as part of the bowling league.

The entertainment hub is spread over two levels and is ideal for childrens and adult parties, functions and corporate events, with conference rooms available.

Whether you are after a social or competitive game, whether youre young or young-at-heart, theres something to suit everyone.

Were a family entertainment centre with recreational activities galore for the people of Wyndham and beyond, managing director Edi DePellegrin says.

Play in the real world at WyncityTen-pin bowls, dodgem cars and laser tag are all part of the fun at Wyncity. (Supplied)

Our 24 lanes of international Qubica bowling equipment features 42-inch monitors, iPad scoring with Facebook check-in, built-in cameras, and are serviced by virtual waiters. Our latest generation Laserforce area with 400 square metre arena gives guests an adrenalin-packed adventure, with capacity for 24 people each mission and awesome props, easy-to-use weapons and a pumping soundtrack.

And we serve the best wood-fired pizza in town, Edi says.

Stop by the restaurant for a $15 parma or pasta on Mondays, $12 pizza and pot on Tuesdays, $12 burger or pizza

on Wednesdays, and kids eat free on Thursdays. Bowl all you like on Friday nights for just $20 per person.

WynCity has been an iconic bowling experience in Werribee for the past 30 years and recently moved to Point Cook to expand.

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If you need the perfect venue for a function, meeting or gathering, the new facilities at Hoppers Crossing SportsClub could be the answer.Last year the sports club completed stage

one of development on its state-of-the-art clubrooms, meetings and events centre.

When completed, the centre will provide a new family-friendly venue for the Wyndham sporting community.

The Hoppers Crossing Cricket Club and Hoppers Crossing Football Club moved to Mossfiel Reserve at Hogans Road in 1983 and the venue became the Hoppers Crossing Sports Club in 1992.

Today, the club is home to seven sporting organisations including cricket, netball, golf, darts and football codes.

This development is the culmination of the extreme hard work of the club committee, its members and social clubs, general manager George Csifo said.

Our mission is to deliver excellence in sporting and social activities to our members, their guests and the local community by providing the very best facilities within our daily environment.

We can help anybody planning a function and our staff is committed to providing the highest level of service to all their members, guests and the Wyndham community.

This years charity golf day hosted by the club raised $6000, which was donated to the Open Family Wyndham division.

In the past year, the club has donated more than $29,000 to local and state charities and organisations, including the Cancer Council, Lions Club, Peter MacCallum Cancer Institute, Movember and local schools.

The club also awarded sponsorships

of more than $81,000 to local community-based sports clubs and volunteer organisations, taking the total of its contributions to more than $110,000.

Locals also enjoy great meals at the clubs popular bistro, which opens for lunch and

dinner services from Thursday to Saturday. Become a member of the Hoppers Crossing Sports Club for just $5 and try the new $13 lunch menu.

Members get 10 per cent off food and beverages.

Hoppers Crossing Sports Club, Hogans Reserve, Hogans Road, Hoppers Crossing. Opens 9am-midnight Monday-Wednesday, 9am-1am Thursday-Saturday and 10am-11pm Sunday. Inquiries: 9748 6699 or www.hopperssports.com.au

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Being able to choose exactly who cares for your child while youre at work is something V.I.P Family Day Care is proud to provide parents.

We are a flexible, childcare option, allowing parents to interview and chose the educator they feel best suits their familys childcare needs, director Gail Sinopoli says.

Our educators go through a strict process before signing a contract, and are qualified and experienced in family and long-day care.

V.I.P Family Day Care has 85 educators

across Wyndham, who care for children in their own homes.

We visit our educators unannounced to ensure the highest quality of care is given. After families advise us of care starting, we ensure an additional visit is made to observe how the child is settling and to provide this feedback to parents.

There have been many happy parents using V.I.P Family Day Care services, including Samantha, of Werribee, and Elizabeth, of Truganina.

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has special needs and I find her V.I.P carer is 100 per cent accommodating to those needs, even undergoing training to help care for her, Samantha says.

Elizabeth agrees with the quality of care. In care with V.I.P, my girls have thrived. They have made friends, learned so much and have confidence in themselves, she says.

I have nothing but the highest praise for my childrens carer. Additionally, her facilities are clean, neat and well maintained.

V.I.P Family Day Care has operated in

Wyndham for about eight years, one of the first family day care services approved.

We are more experienced than other new services and have passed our accreditation with flying colours, Gail says.

Christmas school holiday activities are available but bookings must be made to avoid disappointment.

V.I.P Family Day Care, 29-31 Industrial Avenue, Hoppers Crossing. Opens 8am-4.30pm Monday-Friday. Inquiries: 9360 0689

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Anyone looking to start a business in Wyndham or develop a commercial property in Werribees city centre is encouraged to visit Werribee Development Centre for advice and information.

Werribee is the Capital of Melbournes New West and the centre of Australias fastest growing region, place manager of Wyndham City, Craig Toussaint says.

This has created extraordinary opportunities for business growth and commercial development in the area.

Wyndham City Council established Werribee Development Centre two years ago to promote and support the areas growth and its the first point of contact for development and business inquiries.

At the centre, visitors can find out about what is planned for Werribee and discuss their next development or business venture with the dedicated specialist team.

With expertise in business development and planning, the team provides the latest information on Werribee City Centre and east Werribee; holds presentations and V.I.P tours; can assist with site identification and selection; guide people through the planning process; provide relevant data that may assist a persons operations and decision-making; and put business owners in touch with the right contacts.

Werribee City Centre and East Werribee are growing and have an unrivalled capacity of more than 900 hectares of land for development. This represents a unique

business and investment opportunity not comparable anywhere in Melbourne, Craig says.

The centre of Werribee is home to more than 400 businesses and provides a dynamic commercial heart for the region and its growing customer and employment bases.

Natural assets set Werribees city centre apart with Werribee River, Wyndham Park and Chirnside Park focal points for surrounding development.

Picturesque waterways and parks will also feature in East Werribee, and as a project of state significance, the suburb will add a major new dimension to the local area and Melbournes west.

Many businesses have already identified the opportunities Werribee offers.

Wyndham City invites people to grow with us in Werribee: The Capital of Melbournes New West.

Werribee Development Centre, 2/10 Watton Street, Werribee. Opens 9am-5pm Monday-Friday. Inquiries: 9742 0788 or www.growwerribee.com.au

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Werribee Development Centre supports development and businesses in the area. (Supplied)

Wyndham City is dedicated to facilitating business growth, investment and activity centre development in Werribee.The Werribee Development Centre is your first point of contact for any development and business enquiries.

Located in the heart of the Werribee City Centre, the Werribee Development Centre offers a professional information suite where you can discuss your next development or business venture with our dedicated specialist team.

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Platypus Junction has recently opened its fourth early learning centre and kindergarten at Point Cooks Featherbrook Estate. Platypus Junction has three other centres at Mentone, Mt Eliza and Montmorency.

Catering for children from three months to five years, including a government-funded kindergarten program, each age group has its own special areas for indoor and outdoor learning and play that is challenging and fun.

The centres educational curriculum is based on the Early Years Learning Framework Curriculum.

The kindergarten program has been developed by Platypus Junction especially for its centres. It operates five days a week, in collaboration with a degree-qualified teaching team.

The focus is on preparing kindergarten pupils for school by increasing self-confidence, self-esteem, independence and promoting problem-solving skills.

The framework identifies five learning outcomes identity, community, well-being, learning and communication.

Platypus Junction kindergarten educators manage school readiness and liaise with prep teachers assigned to pre-schoolers to ensure a smooth transition into school.

Platypus Junction operations director Michelle Jones says she is committed to working alongside the teams to support a quality early-learning service for children, families and communities.

Dale and Julie Pearce established Platypus Junction in the mid 90s, inspired by their own search for a more caring and nurturing approach to childcare.

The centre management is still family-owned and operated.

Each centre focusses on the importance of early learning and, in particular, learning through play.

As part of this, Platypus Junction has introduced iPad minis for kinder kids. Michelle says educational apps are proving a wonderful opportunity to positively challenge children by adding another learning dimension.

We have found them [iPad minis] to be invaluable they have been a fantastic resource, Michelle says. Many children are very fluent on the iPad and its certainly increasing their language, literacy and fine motor skills.

For more information or to fill out a pre-enrolment form online, visit www.platypusjunction.com.au/ptcook

Platypus Junction Point Cook, 37-39 Windorah Drive, Featherbrook Estate, Point Cook. Opens 6.30am-6.30pm Monday-Friday. Inquiries: 8375 0900 or www.platypusjunction.com.au/ptcook.

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Anyone who needs visual stimuli when choosing something for their home will get it at Hoppers Crossing Carpet Court.

The companys revamped showroom includes an interactive design hub to help you find the perfect floor.

Our showroom has been given a complete overhaul to create a place for customers to be inspired as they explore the flooring solutions available to them, owner Ron May says.

The store is sleek, with better product displays, and we use iPads in our interactive design hub.

Ron says the store can provide floors to suit every need, with a wide range of carpets, ceramic and porcelain tiles, timber, bamboo, laminate, vinyl, cork, rugs, and ready or custom-made blinds and shutters.

Weve been serving our western suburbs customers for 37 years, so we know what they like, Ron says.

Our staff are highly trained and knowledgeable and provide helpful and friendly service so customers get the best possible flooring solution for their house.

Our staff are floor covering experts, but we also undertake regular training courses in the latest products and services from around the world.

The team can supply and install the entire Carpet Court range and it caters to all budgets, with no job too big or small.

Depending on the size of our clients home, most installations are completed within a day, Ron says. We provide minimal inconvenience and can even remove existing floor coverings and move furniture at an additional cost.

Ron says Carpet Court is Australias largest floor covering retailer, offering a superb range at competitive prices.

We focus, where possible, on local and Australian-made products.

The Hoppers Crossing store has carpets from $14.95 per square metre and ceramic tiles and laminate flooring from $19.95 per square metre (excluding installation).

Rugs are up to 50 per cent off.

Hoppers Crossing Carpet Court, 192 Old Geelong Road, Hoppers Crossing. Opens 9am-5.30pm Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm Saturday and 10am-5pm Sunday. Inquiries: 9749 3811

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Theres something special about belonging to the Hoppers Club where everybody is counted as part of a huge and tight-knit community and the group is still growing!

Right now, Hoppers Club is at its peak. Membership is steadily growing, our venue continues to be updated and expanded, our sub-clubs are thriving and most of our staff have been here for at least five years, some for more than 15 years. club general manager Michael Lewis says.

Then there is a dedicated team of long-serving board members, who also have many years experience with the venue. Some have been with us since the early days.

We have come a long way since 1973, and we have no doubt the dreams and goals that were outlined in informal discussions by the original club board members have now become a reality, Michael says.

The Hoppers Club is home to one of the largest lawn bowls clubs in the western suburbs with four teams competing in the Tuesday Pennant competition and seven teams in the Saturday Pennant competition.

It also has among the largest pool and darts clubs in the western suburbs and one of the largest netball clubs in Victoria.

There is also an indoor bowls club for persons of all abilities, a social golf club, social travel club and a Vietnam Veterans social club.

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outstanding, first-class service to each member and every guest.

Michael says the three key ingredients to the perfect celebration or event are food, setting and service.

Hoppers Club functions manager Melody Pedersen-Cook is confident the club can offer the best venue and setting for most celebrations, meetings or conferences.

Highly trained chefs, eager to create the perfect catering experience every time, work alongside clients to make their ideas into reality.

Our function rooms offer the flexibility

of space and the latest in technology Melody says. So whether its an intimate low-key affair or a grand-scale event, we are dedicated to providing you with a truly memorable experience from your initial inquiry to the conclusion of your special event.

The original committee, right up to the current one, has done a lot of hard work over the past 41 years. Whats been achieved has been outstanding 100-fold on what we originally thought it could be and we hope it continues to be successful and benefit the community.

Present club secretary Carolyn Pattison couldnt agree more.

From when I joined the club in 1995, when it was a small family-orientated community venue, to now where it attracts a younger clientele as more people move into the area, the club has always been one big family, Carolyn says.

When the club first started it was run and owned by voluntary members and, to this day, its still owned by the members. The first paid manager didnt start until 1992.

Throughout its history the club has

always given back to the local community.Today, manager Michael Lewis and

his team of dedicated staff continue to support the community and provide an entertainment venue with great food and a place for locals to meet and make new friends, just as Pat and John did.

Hoppers Club, 180-200 Pannam Drive, Hoppers Crossing. Opens 9am-midnight Monday-Thursday, 9am-1am Friday, 9am-2am Saturday and 11am-11pm Sunday. Inquiries: 9749 4844 or www.hoppersclub.com.au

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OUR SUB CLUBS CARPET BOWLS We get together every Monday from 9.30am to Midday. Also known as the All abilities clubbecause of the diversity of our players.

DARTS Our darts sub-club is one of our most popular clubs. We get together on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.

GOLF The Hoppers Club Golf sub-club is a perfect group to join if you love golf. Its also a perfect way to make new friends and enjoy the social side of playing a sport.

LAWN BOWLS We are a family friendly club welcoming bowlers of all ages and abilities.

NETBALL The HCC Eagles netball club was established over 35 years ago. We are always looking for new players, so contact us today.

POOL Come join our Wednesday evening pool comps, simply come down on the night.

SOCIAL TRAVEL Our Social travel sub-club is open to everyone to join. We have a monthly local outing and a major trip every year. We put a lot of effort into ensuring our group get the best value for money for our trips.

SWIMMING Fun, fitness, friendship, competition & achievement. Whether you are interested in competition or just getting fit, contact us today.

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The jump from primary school to secondary college can be a big one often involving a new environment, uniform and friends. But students of The Grange College dont have to worry about that as it caters to 5-18 year olds.

We cater to Wyndham students of all ages and abilities, providing a seamless transition throughout their education with a diverse curriculum, says acting principal David Smillie.

The two-campus structure, including our primary campus in Callistemon Drive and secondary campus in Deloraine Drive, provides an intimacy which allows students and staff to know each other. This creates a sense of belonging and community, one which empowers the entire school.

Students can be involved in a range of programs, including student leadership, sport and performing arts; Italian and Hindi language classes; VCAL and VET programs; and a high-achievers program.

The college also gives students advice on tertiary study and has a trade training centre for those interested in a career in the automotive industry.

We give our senior students pathway advice and help them plan for the future through our partnerships with Deakin and Melbourne universities, David says.

We also offer them a large range of subject choices to help them study what theyre interested in to get into their chosen careers.

The acting principal adds that his team of experienced teachers and staff are dedicated, caring, motivated and student-focussed, allowing them to provide pupils with the best possible learning environment.

Our teachers and staff uphold the colleges values, which are respect, learning and working together and we encourage students to follow these, David says.

We take pride in equipping each boy and girl with the essential skills required for

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lifelong learning and the breadth of outlook they will need to be confident of their ability to successfully shape their futures in a rapidly changing world.

The Grange P-12 College is currently accepting enrolments and encourages

parents to contact Sarah Papadopoulos to arrange an appointment.

The Grange P-12 College, Deloraine Drive Hoppers Crossing. Inquiries: 9748 9166 or www.thegrange.vic.edu.au

David Smillie with students at the Worlds Biggest Morning Tea. (Supplied)

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Parents wanting to send their children to a Catholic co-educational school, rich in facilities and choice, will find Thomas Carr College at Tarneit meets those needs.

We are a warm and welcoming community who take heart in knowing all our pupils and that each student is valued and spirituality nurtured, principal Dr Andrew Watson says.

As a Catholic school, we meet the educational needs of families. We recognise change as a positive, and provide our students with the confidence and skills to become future leaders.

The college is named after Thomas Joseph Carr, the second Roman Catholic Archbishop of Melbourne.

And it is growing, with the first stage of a $22 million building program complete. The first stage includes a $7 million state-of-the-art learning centre for year 7 and 8 students.

Year 9 students follow the iD9 program, a new tailored curriculum that includes a weeks city experience and a country experience at the colleges refurbished Good Samaritan Country Campus at Coragulac, 11 kilometres from Colac.

Year 11 students completing the Community Service Program handmade more than 100 poppies to contribute to the 5000 Poppies Project.

The 5000 Poppies Project is an art installation which involves more than 50,000 handmade poppies being planted in Federation Square as a special tribute to the Australian servicemen and women on the Anzac centenary commemoration next year.

Textile teacher Joanna Grujovski said

students embraced the project. Our students were delighted and proud to be part of a meaningful and historic tribute.

Since 2010, Thomas Carr College has delivered the VCE in China program in conjunction with Chinese partner schools, under Victorian Education Department licence. It also has ties with Japan and

College links home and abroad

Indonesia and is creating new links in Italy.Parents and future students can visit the

college and take a guided tour during open days from February 2015.

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W hitehorse Truck & Bus in Footscray has a team that boasts a deep well of experience in the industry, so potential customers will be hard pressed to find somewhere with more knowledge and expertise.

Our general manager, Steve Evans, has been with the company for 27 years and involved with trucks for 39 years, manager Stephen Meertens says.

Our parts manager, Mark Cornell, has been with the company 24 years and has 39 years experience in parts and operations.

Service manager Shane Baines has progressed through the business from a 19-year-old apprentice to senior manager over 17 years.

The sales team has a wealth of experience and an in-depth knowledge to steer customers in the right direction when thinking of buying a new truck or bus.

We have demonstrator and built-to-go vehicles in stock that our sales team are happy to drive to you for a test drive, Stephen says.

Whitehorse Truck & Bus is a franchised

Simply the best at trucks, busesbusiness of Fuso Truck & Bus and is backed by a service team that has extensive knowledge in Japanese, American and European trucks, along with a parts team experienced in all makes.

The business supplies and stocks a comprehensive range of parts, sells new trucks and buses and provides finance and leasing options, spare parts, servicing, warranties and general mechanical repairs.

We pride ourselves on working flexible hours, often staying back or going the extra mile to satisfy customer needs

as customer service is our top priority, Stephen says. We have an afternoon shift in our workshop at no increased labour rate and run a 24-hour call-out service every day for added convenience to customers.

The dealership, recipient of the National Metropolitan Dealer of the Year Award for 2013, is in a central location close to the CBD and within easy access of the West Gate Freeway.

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W yndham locals tired of travelling to different areas for their medical needs are sure to be delighted Wyndham Private Medical Centre is providing a range of health services at Hoppers Lane General Practice in Werribee.

Hoppers Lane General Practice has 13 doctors and five nurses on-site to provide primary healthcare in a safe and friendly environment, practice manager Janis Backwell says.

Our practice is incorporated into the Wyndham Private Medical Centre and therefore provides access to medical and dental specialists, allied health services, mental health services and Wyndham Clinic, a private hospital giving specialised care to patients with mental health issues, she says.

Our doctors come from all over the world, including the United Kingdom, Iran, Poland, Sri Lanka and Australia, and many speak different languages such as Persian, Filipino and Spanish.

The practice has recently been joined by two experienced doctors from the United Kingdom, Dr Satish Singh and Dr Suman Musku, who are looking forward to meeting new patients.

As soon as I walked into Hoppers Lane General Practice I knew that was the practice for me, Dr Singh says.

I chose Wyndham because of the exciting growth opportunities and large multicultural population. After living in the UK, for 18 years and becoming a Fellow in general practice, I was keen to move to Australia, having heard about the area from friends.

Dr Musku agreed.

I am really excited to join the practice and call Wyndham home after many years working in England, he says.

It will be an asset for my career, having worked as a surgeon and general practitioner, to be in a place with all the facilities under one roof and helping the community in a holistic way.

Both doctors conduct vasectomy procedures, which are privately billed.

The bulk-billing medical centre assists patients with chronic disease management such as diabetes and asthma; travel medicine; skin checks; minor procedures; sports medicine; immunisation; home-health assessments; and occupational health, including workplace injuries and health checks.

Anti-ageing injections and fillers (privately billed) are also available.

Hoppers Lane General Practice, 242 Hoppers Lane, Werribee. Opens 8am-10pm Monday-Friday and 9am-5pm Saturday- Sunday. Inquiries: 8731 6500

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Wyndham and western suburbs residents looking to further their education through tertiary study can do so with the new Werribee Learning Centre, a partnership between The Gordon TAFE and Deakin University, Geelong.

We recognise that vocational education and training aligned with community needs is essential to support sustainable growth. Werribee Learning Centre will help people living in Melbournes west work in their chosen career, the centres marketing manager Raelene Woods says.

The centre will deliver certificate, diploma and bachelor degree courses in commerce, construction, early childhood education, arts, business and science.

Deakin University will deliver bachelor of commerce; associate degree of art, business and sciences; and a bachelor of early childhood education from the Werribee Learning Centre.

Gordon TAFE will deliver a diploma of childrens services (early childhood education and care); certificate IV in work health safety, training and assessment; construction and plumbing; and certificate II in warehouse operations and horticulture.

The partnership between The Gordon and Deakin University means the facility provides a unique proposition to students. They benefit from hands-on learning, industry knowledge, workplace training and guaranteed pathways to Deakin University, Raelene says.

Our staff are industry experts who have worked in their field before becoming teachers.

They provide insight into the day-to-day work environment and what skills are needed on the job and are committed

to delivering highly relevant education in a flexible and encouraging learning environment.

She says the aim of the centre is to complement other Wyndham initiatives, such as The Gordons role as training partner for the new Wyndham Trade Training Centre.

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Wyndham is forecast to continue to be a major contributor to Victorias growth during the next 30 years and we can provide the educational opportunities to locals to support that.

Werribee Learning Centre, which opened in March, is within walking distance of Werribee train station and has advanced

audio visual equipment, conference and meeting facilities.

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With 30 years experience in the aluminium and glass industry, the Renma team at Keilor Park is hard to beat when it comes to knowing its products and how to successfully install them.

The family-owned and operated business, started by brothers Con and Reno Georgiou, manufacture locally, specialising in commercial projects but also taking on domestic jobs.

We have 32 professional fabricators working in our 3500-square warehouse, co-owner Con says.

Our showroom is the largest and most modern in Melbournes western suburbs.

Con and Reno invite customers to visit Renma, discuss their project and get professional recommendations.

Most of our team has been part of Renma for many years, and theyre all dedicated and passionate about providing the best goods and services to our customers. Our staff are always friendly and willing to go the extra mile, which is proven by our loyal customer base.

He says Renma is at the forefront of innovation, supplying high performance products that satisfy energy efficiency requirements.

Our extensive manufacturing capabilities ensure our products are carefully and professionally fabricated, Con says.

Upon dispatch, special instructions are negotiated to carefully install products with our professional installers, who can organise cranes, scissor lifts and cherry pickers to meet the individual needs of each project and site specifications.

Other benefits to customers include the businesss high standing in the industry.

Because we are such a big industrial company, we can give our customers the lowest prices and provide free measure and quotes, Con says.

Renma manufacture and install commercial and domestic windows, showers, splashbacks, internal blinds, wardrobes, balustrade and security doors, and it stocks aluminium by Capral, glass by Viridian and hardware from Fosters and Assa Abloy.

It recently made and installed windows, showers and other products for two Glen Waverley homes that then sold for a record $3 million each.

And its not just about quality products at competitive prices, but giving back to the community as well. We pride ourselves on helping the community by employing people with special needs, Con says.

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Its easy and convenient to turn your unwanted goods into cash and find a bargain, in quality second-hand products in time for Christmas.

Cash & Go Lenders is a second-hand dealership and pawnbroker.

Owner and manager Peter says experienced staff can assist with pawnbroking loans on goods and buying of second-hand goods. In the near future they will also offer pay day loans and financing against motor vehicles.

Having worked in the pawnbroking industry for over 35 years collectively we offer a lot of experience, Peter says.

But our main point of difference is that we focus mainly on customer service and professionalism.

Our goal is for every customer to leave having had a great experience.

Cash & Go Lenders believe they offer the best prices for second-hand goods and new stock arrives daily.

Customers can trust that they will receive the best deal on quality goods and the best advice from professionals who know what theyre doing.

Most pawnbrokers present dark, dirty-looking stores that make you feel like youre doing something dodgy just by walking into the shop, Peter says.

The truth is, everyone buys and sells second-hand nowadays. So we make sure our store is clean and bright and we welcome you as you are a normal person looking for a good deal.

Peter has worked in the pawnbroking industry for 10 years and has seen the industry change in that time.

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Co-owner and manager Milos has worked in the pawnbroking industry for more than 10 years, while Robin has 17 years experience in the industry. In fact, he says he helped start a

pawnbrokers in Victoria which has since grown into a major chain.

The newest member of the Cash @ Go team, Tresslyn has worked in the pawnbroking industry for two years.

Cash & Go Lenders, 36 Station Place, Werribee. Opens 9am-6pm MondayFriday and 9.30am-5.30pm Saturday-Sunday. Inquiries: 9742 5651 or www.cashandgolenders.com.au

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Have a look on YouTube for the latest prank LG has pulled to publicise its big ultra high definition television. It has replaced a window in a skyscraper with the television.

As job candidates sit through their interviews, they see in the window a fiery comet crash into the city, the shockwave racing towards them. Most wind up on the floor.

If you havent seen a UHD telly, wander into a big electronics store. When you see a screen that stops you cold, there it is. These things are amazing the picture is so sharp you can see the filigree in a resort hotels balcony rails clear across a shimmering lake. Itsbreathtaking.

And prices arent bad for new tech. For between five and six grand you can take your pick of 165-centimetre televisions from any of the big brands.

Lesser brands are half that. They come much bigger too, but they dont go much smaller than 140 centimetres or so because below that size its hard to pick the improvement over regular full high definition screens.

You stand there, quietly spellbound, and start doing the sums, a salesperson murmuring siren-like in yourear.

But there is a catch and you wont discover it until you get home. Youre never going to get picture quality like you saw in the store. Well, not for a while anyway.

What you saw was a demonstration reel specially recorded in UHD.

Currently demo reels are about the only

things that have been recorded in UHD. There are no UHD movies in the shops (there are a few Blu-rays that have been mastered to perform at their best on a UHD screen, but the native recording is still regular FHD full high definition), there are no UHD broadcasts and no UHD downloads.

UHD is four times sharper than FHD so demands four times the data handling. Recording it is expensive and complex. Once recorded, anything movie-length wont fit on a Blu-ray disc.

If and when native UHD becomes available, it will probably be provided on USB or by download. After 3D broadcasts fell flat as a tack, its unlikely television stations will start UHD broadcasts any timesoon.

Raise this with salespeople and theyll say the television upscales the image whether it be broadcast, DVD, Blu-ray or YouTube to UHD.

But while upscaling works with varying success, its still not as good as those demo reels.

The question you should ask yourself, however, is this; how much definition do you need? Look at the big FHD tellies on display.

Their resolution is still terrific. You can get software that brings out their best anywhere.

The killer point is they cost a lot less thanUHD.

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On about 1000 square metres in Derrimut Heath estate, this 62-square, five-bedroom house certainly deals out a spacious hand; this is immediately felt upon entry where a sinuous staircase ascending to a mezzanine gallery (with balcony access) is a striking feature in itself. Expanses of tiles flow throughout living areas which include a separate dining room, lounge room with a bar, a rumpus room at the back and a large family-meals zone around the kitchen. Black granite benchtops, an abundance of storage, an island bench, wall oven, electric cooktop and dishwasher characterise the large kitchen. Of the five upstairs bedrooms, the huge main has a walk-in robe and en suite, and the main bathroom has a spa. The family room opens to a paved, private courtyard that accesses an outdoor kitchen, and theres a lawn area for kids play. Other notable features are zoned floor heating, intercom and alarm systems, security shutters and a double garage.

Sweeney Estate Agents: 9974 0922 Price: $775,000 $825,000 Private sale

HOPPERS CROSSING 66 Evrah Drive, 3029

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Weekends spent mowing will be a thing of the past with this property in Reflections estate, with a grass-free front garden and a narrow side and back yards fully paved. More time can be spent enjoying the house which is spacious and light-filled, with a neutral decor and new-shine intact. Three of the large bedrooms have robes, while the main has a walk-in and en suite with a circular raised vanity basin. The lounge room has views of the estates lake, and a large, tiled family-meals area wraps around the kitchen. A dove-grey and white decor delivers a pleasing kitchen in which to work; it has an island bench, dishwasher, underbench oven and gas cooktop. On about 330 square metres, the house has high ceilings, downlights, ducted heating and cooling, alarm system, water tank and remote-controlled double garage with internal access. Schools, parks, train station and shopping centre are within a short walk.

JK Estate Agents: 8742 9888 Price: $390,000 $419,000 Private sale

TARNEIT 59 Inverell Parkway, 3029

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In a quiet cul-de-sac close to Werribee Plaza, transport, schools and parks, this house from the 80s is in original condition and, with a buff-up here and there, will make a fine family home on about 871 square metres. Five bedrooms are a boon for bigger families, and the main has an en suite. An extra-large, tiled living hub (rumpus room at the back) includes a kitchen decorated in peach (a favourite of the 80s) and has ample cupboards, a dishwasher, wall oven and gas cooktop under a rangehood. Ducted heating cuts Melbourne winters down to size, and established gardens (including vegie) are a bonus. A long, concrete-paved driveway heads through double gates to a double carport or a pergola for entertainment and a lock-up double garage with storage space.

LJ Hooker: 9748 5888 Price: Contact agent Auction: November 8 at 1.30pm

HOPPERS CROSSING 15 Morrow Place, 3029

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A former Porter Davis display, this house is beautifully appointed and has a decor that easily eclipses the norm. And its the decorative elements and the attention to colour flow that make the house sing: timber vertical slats forming a screen between spaces, the pelmets that tie in with the timber look, the veneers in kitchen and bathrooms, the gorgeous olive in feature walls, the on-trend lightfittings and, of course, the stunning polished floorboards. Of the four bedrooms (and theres a study), the upstairs main has balcony access, walk-in robe and hotel-style en suite with dual vanity basins. Living areas are an upstairs rumpus room, a lounge-dining room with gas log fire, theatre room, and a huge family-meals zone with bifolds to a covered deck. The chic kitchen has stone benchtops, pantry, dishwasher and 900mm cooker. Ducted heating, evaporative cooling, halogen lighting, security system and double garage (internal access) are other keynotes.

YPA Real Estate: 9741 7777 Price: $585,00 $615,000 Private sale

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Within a ball toss of the Werribee River with its fabulous walking trails and spots to have a barbecue or toss in a line, this impeccably presented house and garden is low on maintenance and big on comfortable family living. Spaciousness defines the house, but another hallmark is the extensive use of cedar and other timbers that showcase a passionate chippies work. And if thats not your bag, a lick of paint would lighten things up.

Entry is into a cedar-lined foyer (tiled underfoot), to the left of which is a very big entertainment room with a trio of bay windows. Lovely two-toned floorboards emphasise the stretch of this space which

has a large cedar bar with a sink, two ceiling fans and access to an elevated covered deck at the back. Its warmed by an Ultimate wood heater (theres also ducted heating) and its in here that the timber makes its presence most felt in cedar-lined walls and ceiling with exposed beams. This room is really the star of the house and has terrific flexibility in how its used by new owners.

A sliding door (all interior doors are stained timber, as are the skirts and architraves) at entry halls end ushers in a tiled kitchen-meals zone. The large kitchen has an abundance of timber cupboards topped with glossy charcoal laminate,

a breakfast bench under a bulkhead, glass-fronted display cabinets, wall oven and a 900mm gas cooktop.

A broad, tiled hallway heads from here to three bedrooms, two with bay window, cedar feature wall and triple-door built-in wardrobes. The main bedroom has a walk-in fitted wardrobe and en suite. The nearby main bathroom, huge and fully tiled, has a diamond-shaped glass-brick feature and loads of storage in the vanity unit.

The laundry deserves a special mention. Not only is it extra-big, it has four storage closets, and a long bench with cupboards beneath including pull-out hampers. If washing must be done, this is the kind of

Barry Plant: 9731 8888 Price: $480,000 $515,000 Private sale

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laundry to make it easier; it also provides access to an extended remote-controlled double garage.

The meals area opens to an elevated timber deck with steps leading down to a Laserlite-clad pergola above terracotta tiles; a barbecue on mains gas is the focal point, with pretty gardens adding further attraction. A cedar shed is tucked away in the back corner and that completes a backyard with zero maintenance.

Everything at this spread is insanely neat, so much so that move-in day will only entail furniture placement.

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WYNDHAM VALE 2/5 Surveyor StreetFor SaleInspect Saturday @ 12:00pmMINIMALMAINTENANCE LIFESTYLEFully established young 3 bedroom unit providing all the comforts to make it a pleasurablehome or an easy care investment. Features high ceilings and two living spaces of lounge andkitchen/family area divided by a courtyard lightwell which provides privacy to the living spaces.The kitchen is equipped with a 900mm gas stove and dishwasher. Includes ensuite to master,birs, ducted heating, ducted cooling and internal access from the garage.

Agent: Darren Dodd 0419 365 947Web Id 7246000 $300,000

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Wyndham Vale 31 Storkbill RoadFor SaleInspect Saturday @ 11:30amFAMILYWANTED FOR SMART, EASY LIFESTYLEIf smart, easy living at an entry level price is what youre after then this home is for you. Sleekstone counters & s/s appli add impact in the functional kitchen space which feat gas cooktop,elec oven, DW, ens & wir to main, sliding door to the side/rear garden & a dble gge with remote& internal access. Embrace a lifestyle you`ve imagined, a stroll to buses & a short drive toshops & schools. Feat:3 bdrms, duct/heat, evap/cool & Close to the newly constructed station.

Agent: Nicole Webb 0403 229 806Web Id 7246151 $315,000

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Werribee 138 Ballan RoadFor SaleInspect Saturday @ 1:00pmSOLID INVESTMENT / GREAT HOMEGenerous dimensions on a good size block app 574m2. Comprises lounge and kitchen/mealsarea together with 3 spacious bedrooms all with birs and a large ensuite with spa to the master.Includes ducted heating, ducted cooling, vanity to wc and an expansive outdoor living spacepergola/carport big enough to house a boat. Currently tenanted - very neat and tidy returning$275pw for the last 2 years. Vacant possession available.

Agent: Darren Dodd 0419 365 947Web Id 7246652 $310,000

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Werribee 115 Silvereye CrescentAuction Sat 29th Nov @ 12noonInspect Saturday @ 2:00pmPLAZA LOCATIONLess than 1km from the expanding Wbee Plaza & bus service making this lrge residence a solidinvestment or opportunity for the family to live near amenities. The living spaces are generouswith a massive family kitchen area plus a sep lounge. Comp 4 BRs, birs, ens & study. Inclduct/heat, air-con, spa bath, covered outdoor entertaining area & dble gge with thru & internalaccess. All set on a manageable 514m2 approx allotment. Terms 10% Dep, Bal 30 days.

Agent: Darren Dodd 0419 365 947Web Id 7244038 Auction

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