A retro Hoppers Crossing home with a family legacy sparked a surprise bidding war and sold $87,000 above its price guide A Hoppers Crossing buyer hoping to reclaim his family’s past was left heartbroken after a competitive auction saw his grandfather’s former home sell for $677,000 — soaring $87,000 above the top of its price guide The three-bedroom brick house at 87 Morris Rd had a $590,000-$640,000 price guide but bidding quickly escalated as a big crowd gathered out front and multiple buyers battled it out Ray White Werribee’s Rene Mawad said the third-place bidder had a deeply personal reason for wanting the property RELATED: TikTok video twist after 16 bidders turn up for Hawthorn auction Bec Judd’s crime concerns justified as insurance premiums soar ‘Like it’s hovering’: Rare Peninsula home design lovers are circling so he came with real heart,” Mr Mawad said “You could feel it — he was bidding with emotion The three-bedroom brick house at 87 Morris Rd featured a wide front veranda and manicured garden — and sold for $677,000 the bidder’s story was a reminder of the emotional weight auctions can carry where Mr Mawad said buyers are often stretching every last dollar to get a foothold in the market “There’s a real difference between the east and the west,” he said Buyers gather outside 87 Morris Rd in Hoppers Crossing where competitive bidding pushed the sale price well beyond expectations many buyers have parents helping with big deposits or inheritances most buyers are battlers — they’ve saved every cent themselves beautifully preserved with all the charm of its era Buyers were drawn to its immaculate presentation including a timber kitchen with original cabinetry and appliances and a retro tiled bathroom complete with a full-sized bath and floral wall tiles The Ray White Werribee agent said the home was completely original but really well kept untouched and immaculately kept since its original build “You could move in straight away or modernise over time.” Photos from the listing revealed a neat brick facade and a wide veranda with decorative balustrades offering ample off-street parking — a major plus for growing families Buyers were drawn to the retro timber kitchen with original cabinetry wraparound benchtop and electric appliances in pristine condition Mr Mawad also said the home also benefited from “smart presentation” and trusted local listing agent Petar Krnjeta’s realistic pricing strategy “Petar priced it well — buyers knew what they were getting and came ready to bid,” he said While the latest interest rate cut occurred nearly two months ago Mr Mawad said its impact had been more noticeable on sellers than buyers and he also encouraged first-home buyers from the eastern suburbs to consider a move west and my living costs dropped by about 30 per cent,” he said “And when you support a local cafe or business That’s something special — you don’t always get that in the east.” Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. 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Two men have been apprehended by the Armed Crime Squad detectives in connection with a non-fatal shooting that occurred in Hoppers Crossing on Wednesday The arrests were made with the assistance of the Special Operations Group (SOG) A 38-year-old man from Eynesbury was the first to be arrested at 19.30 in Eynesbury a 27-year-old man from Hoppers Crossing was taken into custody at his home by the SOG just before 9pm two search warrants were executed at residential addresses in Eynesbury and Hoppers Crossing The Eynesbury man was charged with theft of a motor vehicle and displaying cloned plates He has been bailed to appear at Werribee Magistrates’ Court on 11 August The Hoppers Crossing man was released pending further enquiries These arrests follow an incident that occurred on Wednesday when the police received reports of an injured man in the vicinity of Durham Crescent shortly after 9am the police were unable to locate any injured individuals they were later informed that a 31-year-old man from Werribee had arrived at a local hospital with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to his lower body around 12pm Investigators believe that the individuals involved in the incident were acquainted with each other The authorities have urged anyone with information on illicit firearm activity to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or to submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Police have charged a 43-year-old Hoppers Crossing man after firearms parts and plans were uncovered during a search warrant in Hoppers Crossing on Thursday Police said detectives raided a residence in O’Neill Avenue as part of an investigation into the manufacturing of illicit firearms various homemade firearm parts as well as schematics and plans for privately made firearms the man was arrested at the scene and has subsequently been charged with several offences including manufacturing firearms without a licence and possessing parts to manufacture firearms Police said he was bailed to face Werribee Magistrates’ Court on April 29 Firefighters contained a house fire at Thorpe Avenue in Hoppers Crossing on the evening of Saturday Crews arrived at the property to find smoke and flames issuing from the second storey and roof of the weatherboard house and the response was escalated Fire Rescue Victoria confirmed that all occupants and pets were evacuated safely and assessed by Ambulance Victoria The fire was deemed under control by 11.33pm The cause of the fire is not yet known and will be investigated by FRV specialists The 2024 Western Football Netball League season comes to its conclusion this weekend with one club chasing its second straight premiership and the other its first flag in 20 years Reigning premiers Werribee Districts and close rivals Hoppers Crossing meet in the TIV Division 1 Grand Final at Avalon Airport Oval on Saturday where they’ll play for the ultimate prize Werribee Districts return to the last game of the year for the third straight season and will be out to claim back-to-back premierships after again being the top side for the duration of the year For the second consecutive year Werribee Districts under the expertise of coach Chris Gilham only lost once in the home and away season collecting the minor premiership and then winning straight through to the Grand Final The past two years have been a contrast for Hoppers Crossing wooden spooners 12 months ago they’ve since undergone a remarkable turnaround under first year mentor Jared Polec The Warriors won just two games in 2023 and early signs this season pointed to another year of pain however after losing their first four games they would win eight and draw one of their next 12 finishing the home and away season fifth before recording three impressive finals victories One more win would give the Warriors their third Division 1 Premiership and first since 2004 While this year’s Hoppers Crossing team is made of the same core as recent seasons with the likes of captain Liam McMahon midfielder hard-nuts Corey Muscat and Chase Guy star defenders Ashlin Brown and Braden Ferrari as well as Riley Fisher in attack Polec’s influence and the pieces they’ve added have helped them reach the last game of the year Having the class of Josh Pickess fulltime in 2024 has been a huge positive to go with the additions of notable talent in former AFL player Jed Anderson and fellow recruits Bailey Young from Darley and AFL Sydney pair Harry Maguire and Mitch Kunigiskis Werribee Districts entered the 2024 season without several premiership heroes including Trent Lee Chris Molivas and Andrew Panayi but experience and quality remained in two-time Barry Priest Medalist Dillon Viojo Rainbow key position players Sean Gregory and Ben McMahon forwards Michael Luxford and Lachlan Rainbow and captain Daniel Schibeci among others With several voids needing to be filled homegrown talent was called upon with Lucas Rocci returning to the club while Jack Bonnett Brock Spiteri and Liam O’Mahoney have all taken the opportunity to contribute after producing brilliant football in the Reserves and at Under 18 level Werribee Districts got the points on both occasions in the home and away season while the next time the two meet in Round 13 both sides had half a dozen or more of their best players missing so read into the results as much as you want What we do know is one team has been there and done it before while the other is looking to cap a brilliant run with one final victory It’s been a bit of a regeneration from the last couple of years after we had some stalwarts of our club finish up at the end of last year we had a lot of kids playing really good footy at reserves level wanting an opportunity and when that presented this year guys have been good enough to grasp it improve every week and help keep us up at the pointy end of the ladder which has been really pleasing Grand Finals you never take them for granted but it’s a wonderful achievement for our club and it’s the third year in a row that we’ve had all three teams in they (Hoppers Crossing) have got some great momentum They’ve had a great finals series and it’s a similar situation to us in 2022 when we finished fifth and went through to the grand final they’re healthy and are going to be hard to beat It’s massive for this group especially from where they were 12 months ago This time last year they were pretty down and out but they’ve breathed new life and have come good at the right of the year and are just excited to play and have another chance to win besides last year they had played in nine straight finals series before that I always said right from the very start that we would probably go 0-6 before we get our first win just learning a new style and adapting and for me personally adjusting to this league and the standards here The boys bought in and bought into my system and then started playing to their strengths within the system Both teams last time we played had quite a few players missing so I guess it’s a bit of an unknown but it’s going to be a really high-pressure game So many players are in form for us at the moment playing really strong finals footy and hopefully that can continue for one more week DIVISION 1 GRAND FINAL DETAILS – SATURDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER VIEW SENIOR RECORD HERE Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) crews responded to multiple calls reporting a fire at a Hindu temple on Sayers Road, Hoppers Crossing The blaze affected both the main building and a recent addition under construction Crews arrived within four minutes to find smoke and flames issuing from the roof of the single-storey structure A large security gate initially hampered access to the property requiring crews to cut the lock before beginning firefighting efforts launched an external attack on the fire and worked to protect adjoining properties The blaze was deemed under control at 1:54 am but crews remained on-site overnight to ensure all hotspots were extinguished Ambulance Victoria and Victoria Police assisted at the scene Thick smoke prompted an emergency advisory urging nearby residents to close windows and doors as a precaution Sayers Road was closed between Seasons Boulevard and Thomas Carr Drive during the incident The cause of the fire is yet to be determined with FRV specialists expected to investigate later today The destruction of the recent addition to the temple has added to the community’s shock and grief over the loss of the place of worship Police have raided a factory on Old Geelong Road in Hoppers Crossing uncovering a stash of tobacco and related products on 13 January The workshop became the centre of activity as detectives and officers set up a crime scene with a divisional van and an unmarked detective car parked outside officers were seen inside the premises handling pallets of boxes and a concealed cavity behind a metal panel on the back wall was exposed indicating a potential hidden storage area a police spokesperson declined to provide further details “It would be inappropriate to comment further at this time.” This seizure raises questions about the scale of illicit tobacco operations in the area WyndhamTV has previously reported on the “tobacco wars,” an ongoing battle against illegal tobacco trade across Wyndham Wyndham Crime Investigation Unit detectives have arrested nine men following a stabbing and brawl in Hoppers Crossing early this morning Emergency services responded to Spring Drive at around 3:40 am The 23-year-old was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries and is currently in a critical but stable condition Nine men were taken into custody at the scene and are being interviewed by detectives Police are also investigating a separate incident involving a 16-year-old boy who arrived at a Werribee hospital around 4:00 am with serious stab wounds He was brought to the hospital in a black Mazda CX9 The location of the second stabbing remains unclear and detectives are working to determine if the two incidents are connected Police believe both incidents were targeted and continue to investigate the circumstances or dashcam footage is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au A woman in her 70s has been taken to hospital after a single-vehicle rollover on Guinane Avenue in Hoppers Crossing this afternoon Emergency services were called to the scene at around 2:15 pm on Sunday where a blue Hyundai sedan had rolled after reportedly colliding with a pole requiring the assistance of emergency crews to extricate her It took approximately 20 minutes for emergency responders to free the woman from the wreckage She was transported to the Royal Melbourne Hospital in a stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash Detectives from the Wyndham Crime Investigation Unit are on the hunt for an individual believed to be responsible for a significant fire at Starbucks, Hoppers Crossing The suspect remains unidentified and is thought to have visited the commercial premises on Heaths Road around 12.30am on 31 May the suspect reportedly poured an accelerant through a window of the café and ignited it before hastily leaving the location with the cost estimated to be in the millions of dollars The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation authorities are treating the incident as suspicious In an effort to further their investigation detectives have made public CCTV images of a man they believe may be crucial in providing necessary information Authorities are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have additional information to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or to submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Armed Crime Investigation Squad detectives are looking into a firearms incident that occurred in Hoppers Crossing on Wednesday Police were called to Durham Crescent shortly after 9am following reports of an injured man in the area Officers conducted a search of the vicinity but were unable to locate anyone with visible injuries A smashed upstairs window at a nearby property appeared to draw particular attention from police Detectives were seen examining the exterior and later speaking with a woman outside the home What appeared to be her vehicle was also searched by officers at the scene Around three hours later, at approximately 12pm, a 31-year-old Werribee man presented to a local hospital with a suspected gunshot wound to the lower body His injuries are not considered life-threatening A blood-stained vehicle was also located and seized near the hospital The circumstances surrounding the shooting are still being clarified and police are continuing to follow up several leads Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information that could assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at crimestoppersvic.com.au A man has been charged by the Westgate Alliance Taskforce detectives in connection to an alleged affray and stabbing incident that occurred in Hoppers Crossing last month Emergency services were dispatched to Mossfiel Drive in the early hours of Saturday where a man was reportedly found injured nearby on Spring Drive was rushed to the hospital with life-threatening injuries and remains in a stable condition A 16-year-old boy also arrived at the hospital shortly afterwards with suspected stab wounds Nine men were arrested at the scene of the crime they were released as detectives continued their investigation into the incident who was among the nine men initially arrested The man is now facing charges related to the alleged stabbing of the 16-year-old boy The charges include intentionally causing injury The accused has been remanded by police and is slated to appear at the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court today Detectives are urging anyone who witnessed the incidents, has CCTV or dashcam footage, or has any information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Police are investigating a serious collision in Hoppers Crossing that occurred at approximately 1:25 pm today (30 January) A red Holden ute and a Ford twin cab collided at the intersection of Heaths Road and Woodville Park Drive causing the Ford to tip onto its side and ejecting the driver Emergency services worked to stabilise the Ford driver and to free a man trapped inside the red ute Three people were transported to hospital by road suffered upper and lower body injuries and was taken to The Alfred Hospital in a stable condition A woman in her 30s with lower body injuries was also transported to The Alfred believed to be the driver of the Ford twin cab sustained upper and lower body injuries and was taken to The Royal Melbourne Hospital in a stable condition Both vehicles sustained significant damage Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward as the investigation continues Morning Melodies is making a marvellous and miraculous return for those whose heart yearns for music The ‘Spirit of the Anzacs’ by Promac Productions will grace the Encore Events Centre in Hoppers Crossing on Tuesday Join in commemorating the gusto of the Anzacs and Vietnam veterans in the lead-up to Anzac Day you’ll hear timeless tunes from The Andrew Sisters international soprano Alison Jones and narrator/compere Christopher McKenna with a little help from piano virtuoso William Schmidt the act is making its way around the country While a few laughs are probably an inevitable side effect of a spectacular show it is also an earnest ode to those brave people who gave their lives in service of our country 2025 is a significant year for the tour and diggers coinciding with the 110th anniversary of the Gallipoli Landings and the 80th anniversary of World War 2 ending bring a friend and enjoy a jovial nod to Australia’s bravest men and women If you didn’t bring your lunchbox there is no need to stress as the $14 tickets include a delicious morning tea Book your tickets: www.wyncc.com.au/ Whether you are travelling to work or school or just looking for a great leisure experience Wyndham has many bike trails and walking paths for you to explore Walking is one of the easiest ways to be active Aim for 30 minutes a day (in at least 10 minute blocks) and you can reduce the risk of many health issues including heart disease Walking can help achieve a healthier weight Many of the trails connect to other paths and points of interest including the Federation Trail which takes you to Brooklyn where you can continue to Melbourne Both looped paths start on the footpath next to Wootten Rd Reserve and run beside Davis Creek This is a shared footpath so please be mindful of other users and keep to the left Werribee River Trail (Werribee and Tarneit)Werribee River Bike Trail winds alongside the Werribee River from Presidents Park in Wyndham Vale to the Princes Freeway This is a shared trail so keep your eye out for pedestrians and the Saturday morning Park Run at Presidents Park You can start your journey at many entry points along the trail The Werribee Rive Trail has three main sections: Presidents Park in Wyndham Vale travelling north to Tarneit along Davis Creek The paths around Presidents Park are about 2km and the perfect place for learner riders cross the river at the ‘Shaw’s Road Bridge’ and head north along the Werribee River to Tarneit From Presidents Park you can also connect to the pathways in Wyndham Vale Access is between the skate park and dog obedience club Presidents Park in Wyndham Vale travelling south to Cottrell St With the trail along both sides of the Werribee River this is the perfect 5km loop or an easy and scenic 2.5km in one direction Car parking is at the Off-Lead dog park at Presidents Park This part of the trail takes you into Werribee City Centre through Wyndham Park and past Chirnside Park Head into one of the many cafes in Watton Street to refuel or take a break in the park Between Chirnside Park and the Princess Freeway there are several quiet places to rest and watch the riverbank.  This is the section of the river that you would be most likely to sight the elusive Platypus.    some sights along this trail are signed with both indigenous and early pastoralist history At the Princess Freeway end of the trail you have two options: to connect to the Federation Trail or continue your journey into the Werribee River Park and Werribee Park Precinct (Werribee Park Mansion and Werribee Open Range Zoo) The section of the trail which goes under the freeway is unmade cyclists will need to dismount and walk their bikes Werribee South is a popular destination for locals and visitors The Wyndham Bay Trail is a paved scenic route along the Werribee South Foreshore ending at Wyndham Harbour.  The trail is 2.5km each way Start your journey from the Werribee South Beach carpark This is where the Werribee River meets Port Phillip Bay and a perfect place to explore There is an abundance of bird life along this trail especially Pelicans who like to check out the fisherman’s catch at the end of the day.  Across the road is Anglers Anchorage ‘a popular spot for take away coffee or fish & chips - a local favourite’ linking Werribee and Brooklyn.  The 24 km trail passes through Brimbank  It will take most cyclists between 1 to 2 hours (in each direction) The trail mostly follows the historic reservation of the Main Outfall Sewer (MOS) and passes through the Williams Landing Parkland and community garden This easy 3.3km trail winds down via Cambridge Primary School through Cambridge Reserve to Derrimut Road You will pass the Heathdale Glen Orden Wetlands (popular for bird watching) along the way It is worth taking a short detour to circle the wetlands popular with families because it is all off road and there are plenty of places to play and explore along the way cross Derrimut Road and follow the drainage reserve to the Princes Highway where you can link up to the Federation Trail and the bike trail follows the creek through the residential areas and past sporting reserves There are many areas you can enter the trail.  Start at Wyndham Vale Reserve and head north across Greens Road along to Armstrong Road Past Armstrong Road the path continues along the creek through the newly established suburbs at Manor Lakes past small wetlands and parks The network includes many shared paths and suggested routes including links to the Wyndham Bay Trail which runs from Hobsons Bay to Point Cook Coastal Park Directional (wayfinding) signs and maps located in Point Cook show shared paths Sanctuary Lakes South Boulevard and Saltwater Coast Estate boardwalk connects the northern and southern sections of the Bay Trail The 21km Bay Trail (marked in red in the first map) connects to Altona and Williamstown beach foreshores and passes through wetlands including: Cheetham Wetlands The second map has 4 different circular routes Please remember to keep to the left and respect other path users.  The Skeleton Creek Trail consists of two sections discover and share walks wherever you live Victoria Walking maps will excite and inspire you to explore what is at your own doorstep take a scenic stroll around premier tourist destinations or schedule a 30-minute walking meeting around your workplace To find out more visit Walking Maps.  For social connection and a guided walk through your local area why not join one of Wyndham’s free organised Walking Groups These groups usually accommodate all speeds of walking with lead and tail walking guides however please confirm all details with the group organiser before joining All of Wyndham’s independently organised and community centre facilitated walking groups operate following COVID-19 safety guidelines in line with the Australian Government and Heart Foundation Walking Groups To list your walking group, please send all relevant walk and contact details to activewyndham@wyndham.vic.gov.au Pram walking groups are for families with children under 18 months of age Join other families for a relaxed 60 minute walk and enjoy some fresh air and exercise Find the times and locations on the Pram Walking Groups page Group Organiser: Karen Cain at The Grange Community Centre, 8742 8000, enquiries@grangecommunity.org.au Wednesdays 9.30 to 10.45am (slow to medium) Thursdays 9.30 to 10.45am (medium to fast)Meeting point: The Grange Community Centre 260-280 Hogans Rd Hoppers CrossingDuration of walk: 45-60 minutes More information on The Grange Walking group page This afternoon 2nd January, at approximately 4:30 pm, a fire broke out in a second-storey rear unit of a double-storey block of flats on Warringa Crescent in Hoppers Crossing At least six firefighting units responded to the scene working swiftly to bring the fire under control Crews managed to contain the blaze to the affected unit preventing further spread within the brick structure All residents were safely evacuated from the building Authorities remain on-site to investigate the cause of the fire Two police officers were assaulted during the arrest of a man in Hoppers Crossing last night Police were called at around 9:35 pm following reports of a Holden Commodore being driven erratically Officers arrived swiftly and engaged with the driver who not only refused to provide identification or take a breath test but also began verbally abusing the officers The situation escalated when the driver lifted his leg and back-kicked one of the officers He was immediately pulled to the ground before being marched to the back of the divisional van The driver, a man in his 20s from Tarneit has since been identified and is expected to face charges of assaulting police as well as several traffic offences Police responded to reports of a verbal altercation in Hoppers Crossing shortly before midnight on Wednesday Officers arrived at a residential address on Carruthers Drive around 11:30 pm where a 38-year-old man allegedly became aggressive and assaulted a male constable and a female sergeant He has been charged with assaulting an emergency worker on duty and was bailed to appear at Werribee Magistrates’ Court on 12 May A Hoppers Crossing business became the scene of a dramatic ram raid and fire early this morning marking another chapter in Melbourne’s so-called tobacco wars Emergency services rushed to the Barakat International Goods warehouse on Costas Drive shortly after 5 a.m. following reports that a vehicle had reversed into the building breaching the security gate and roller door before setting ablaze firefighters encountered the entrance and vehicle engulfed in flames They managed to extinguish the fire within 45 minutes and a community information message was issued due to smoke in the vicinity Police are treating the incident as suspicious and have launched an investigation This is not the first time the warehouse has been targeted; it suffered minor fire damage on June 11 the same day another tobacco shop on Tarneit Road in Werribee was attacked These incidents suggest a pattern of targeted attacks within the tobacco industry affecting not just Wyndham but extending across Melbourne Hoppers Crossing are just one win away from a third TIV Division 1 Senior Men’s premiership after advancing to this year’s Grand Final with a comprehensive fourth quarter statement win against Caroline Springs in the Preliminary Final The 11.9 (75) to 4.7 (31) triumph will now see the Warriors face off against fierce rivals Werribee Districts on the final day of the season with the title of 2024 premiers on the line Artic conditions at Skinner Reserve saw both sides get off to slow starts with neither able to get a foothold with rain wind and hail playing a factor throughout the opening half The Warriors led after the first break but could only manage an extra goal in the second term to stretch their lead to 13-points at the main break but a lack of opportunities was the real killer as Brian Lake’s side were unable to generate any pressure on the Warriors without reward on the scoreboard Hoppers Crossing would again show the form that had led them to a Preliminary Final gaining the ascendency through the immense work of Jed Anderson and Chase Guy With the score 36-18 after three quarters the game appeared headed for a worthy finish but it wasn’t to be as only one team came to the party in the last Hoppers Crossing romping home in the fourth quarter adding five goals to two laying no doubts that they deserve their spot in the Division 1 decider Ryan Kitchen and Harry Maguire finished with three goals each while Harley Armstrong-Weston and Sam Clifford added multiples As impressive as their fourth quarter offence was the Warriors defence demands applause as they will enter the Grand Final having allowed a touch under 36 points per game in their three finals wins While Hoppers Crossing will likely enter as underdogs against Werribee Districts they will be full of confidence having beaten the three teams that finished above them on the home and away ladder a win this coming Saturday will cap a perfect finals campaign and an incredible turnaround from a year ago when they collected the wooden spoon After a fine home and away campaign Caroline Springs’ season comes up short again perhaps spent after a heartbreaking extra time loss to Werribee Districts in their Semi Final a week earlier Yarraville Seddon booked their place in the Reserves Grand Final against Werribee Districts with a stunning fourth quarter comeback against Spotswood The Eagles trailed but 17 points with a quarter to play but kicked four goals to one in the final term with Lewis Stanton sealing a three-point win with just four seconds left on the clock Point Cook stormed home to deny Yarraville Seddon a chance at back-to-back premierships the Bulldogs defeating the Eagles by 13 points Down by nine-points at three-quarter time Point Cook also kicked four goals in the last quarter while holding their opponents goalless to advance to the final game of the year where they’ll too meet Werribee Districts The Division 1 Grand Finals will be played at Avalon Airport Oval in Werribee on Saturday SEE FULL SCORES & BEST PLAYERS HERE CAROLINE SPRINGS & HOPPERS CROSSING HIGHLIGHTS Police and emergency services responded to a collision in Hoppers Crossing on 18 September It was reported that a bicycle and motorbike collided on Heaths Road with both the bicycle and motorbike nearby Members of the public rushed in to assist the injured before emergency services arrived was treated at the scene and taken to Royal Melbourne Hospital in a serious but stable condition with upper and lower body injuries sustained critical upper body injuries and was taken to Royal Melbourne Hospital in a life-threatening condition causing significant traffic disruptions in the area The circumstances surrounding the collision are still under investigation Anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam or CCTV footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers Police are investigating a fatal collision that occurred in Hoppers Crossing last night a bus struck a pedestrian on Heaths Road around 9:30 pm Traffic had to be diverted from the area as the investigation into the exact circumstances of the collision took place Witnesses or anyone with footage of the incident are urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au A 41-year-old Tarneit man and a 19-year-old Hoppers Crossing will be among four charged by police in relation to seizure of more than $400,000 of illegal tobacco across Geelong Police searched six shops on Kosciusko and Detroit Avenue in Corio Wilsons Road in Whittington and Church Street Herne Hill where illegal tobacco was allegedly being sold Both the man and woman will be charged on summons with one count of possessing tobacco products with intent of defrauding the revenue and dealing with property suspected to be the proceeds of crime approximately 323,120 sticks of illicit tobacco 18.5 kg of loose tobacco and $13,000 were seized as part of the investigation and several people will be spoken to in due course Police have said the investigation is ongoing and say several people are due to be spoken to A identity of a woman allegedly murdered in 2023 can finally be revealed as a prominent opponent of the mandatory Covid vaccinations and lockdown Daily Mail Australia can reveal Autumn Baker, 40, of Darley - about 60km north-west of Melbourne - was allegedly murdered by Hoppers Crossing man Mark Graham Ludbrook on August 3 Ms Baker's identity had been kept a close secret by Victoria Police but can finally be revealed as Ludbrook attempts to be released into the community on bail The alleged killer, 52, appeared in the Supreme Court of Victoria on Monday in bizarre circumstances that saw him provide evidence while sprawled flat on his back in a custom-built wheelchair but launched a preemptive bail bid based upon his medical condition and claim he poses no risk to the community It remains unclear how police put their case against the alleged killer with details of the allegations handed to Justice John Champion Several of Ms Baker's family members were present in court with some tuning in via a video link to watch the hearing Ms Baker's body was found inside a house on Grevillea Crescent in Hoppers Crossing Ludbrook was allegedly found 'seriously injured' at the house and taken to hospital under police guard Police at the time claimed Ludbrook had been known to Ms Baker but the circumstances of that relationship remain unknown Ms Baker had made a name for herself during Victoria's record-breaking Covid-19 lockdowns Videos captured from the time show Ms Baker participated in numerous protests across Victoria against mandatory Covid-19 vaccinations Victorians who refused to receive the Covid-19 vaccinations at least three times were being sacked with the remainder of the state facing endless lockdowns if they did not comply Ms Baker took control of a microphone at a large protest in support of tennis ace Novak Djokovic Djokovic had been detained and then deported from Australia after taking a stance against the Covid jab Standing before the mob of frustrated Melburnians Ms Baker chanted: 'The people united will never be defeated','Hey Pfizer leave our kids alone' 'Hands off our kids they are not your Guinea Pigs' 'Autumn Baker was committed for working for Melbourne's freedom and health rights from 2020 til her [alleged] murder in August 2023,' an online tribute stated the court was told Ludbrook suffers from a rare condition known as Transverse Myelitis - a neurological disorder caused by inflammation of the spinal cord Ludbrook told the court he was diagnosed in 2022 when he said he had been paralysed from the chest down 'I could move my hands but they were locked in claws and my diaphragm um I found it difficult to breath towards the end and that was about after three or four months of hospitalisation,' he told the court Ludbrook claimed he could only stand for about two minutes at a time in the period leading up to the death of Ms Baker The court heard Ludbrook had been estranged from his wife and had been living with a friend so I was fortunate to have a friend let me stay at his place,' he told the court The court heard Ludbrook had been able to move about more freely at the time of the alleged murder with the use of ketamine - a powerful painkiller routinely used as an horse anaesthetic However his illicit use of the drug may have played a significant role in the alleged murder 'It's not something that he could have had the foresight to know that that particular substance was going to cause him to act in that way with no adverse effects,' his barrister said The court heard Ludbrook hoped to be 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Three individuals, including a Hoppers Crossing man have been charged by the Campase Crime Investigation Unit detectives after authorities seized over $130,000 worth of illicit tobacco in Echuca and Kyabram yesterday search warrants were executed at shops located on Pakenham Street and Hare Street in Echuca These shops were suspected of selling illegal tobacco products approximately 86,000 sticks of illicit tobacco and 36kg of loose tobacco were confiscated A 24-year-old man from Hoppers Crossing has been charged with two counts of possessing tobacco products with intent to defraud the revenue as well as dealing with property suspected to be the proceeds of crime a 73-year-old man from Roxburgh Park has been charged with the same offenses along with possessing a schedule 4 poison and advertising e-cigarettes Both individuals have been bailed and are expected to appear at Echuca Magistrates’ Court on December 10th a 60-year-old woman from Echuca has also been charged with two counts of possessing tobacco products with intent to defraud the revenue and dealing with property suspected to be the proceeds of crime She has been bailed and is scheduled to appear at Echuca Magistrates’ Court on November 12th Authorities are urging anyone with information on illicit tobacco activity to come forward and contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Victoria police say Briggs became ‘unresponsive during his arrest’ in a Hoppers Crossing car park The family of a Melbourne man who died after he was arrested by police in the city’s west earlier this month has called for answers was arrested by police at about 2am on 15 July in the car park of a Hoppers Crossing convenience store Victoria police say he became “unresponsive during his arrest” Paramedics were called and Briggs was taken to Royal Melbourne hospital “We are deeply saddened to announce the tragic passing of our beloved Luke,” Briggs’ family said in a statement Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup “He passed away … wearing his favourite Bunnings jumper we shared stories and reminded Luke how much we loved him while his favourite songs played in the background “We couldn’t be more heartbroken with the tragic events that we’ve endured over the past nine days and we hope the ongoing investigation provides the answers we’re looking for We don’t know how we can go on without you.” A Victoria police spokesperson said a male sergeant and a male constable both from the police’s north west metro region had been suspended while officers investigated the “tragic” death Bruising that Luke Briggs’ family allege he sustained during his arrest.“The investigation by the Homicide Squad remains ongoing and this investigation is being oversighted by Professional Standards Command as per standard practice when a person is seriously injured or dies while in custody,” the spokesperson said The case will also be referred to the coroner It is understood the family were told by police that Briggs had been “non-compliant but not aggressive” prior to his arrest But the family allege he appeared to have sustained bruising over much of his body during the arrest Free daily newsletterOur Australian morning briefing breaks down the key stories of the day telling you what’s happening and why it matters The incident was captured on CCTV footage from the convenience store and on the officers’ body-worn cameras said on the day after the arrest that it was believed the patrol officers were conducting a “routine stop and check” and had asked Briggs to present his driving licence shortly before matters “escalated” “I won’t go into the exact details from then but it’s escalated so there’s been a confrontation which the officers performed,” Patton told the ABC on 16 July “Clearly it was a really difficult situation the officers were involved in and now we’ll step through the process whereby they’re interviewed and give an account so that’s good … that will assist in the investigation greatly.” Patton said at the time he was not aware of any Taser being used Briggs’ family is being represented by Jeremy King and are expected to take legal action against the force after the coronial and criminal investigations are completed Craigieburn have rich pockets that locals don’t even know aboutNathan Mawby Suburbs around the city are home to some millionaire pockets where homes can be worth more than $3m some of Melbourne’s cheapest suburbs are home to millionaire’s rows where houses routinely snag multimillion-dollar prices But with most out of the way of day-to-day life they’re often “hidden gems” that even locals don’t know about Homes routinely top $3m along the rarefied streets of Long Island in Frankston a pocket of the suburb between Kananook Creek and the beach – with a number of the homes offering direct access to the sand RELATED: Block houses or the cash? Experts weigh in on Portelli’s raffle Unlikely regional hotspots luring city dwellers in droves Revealed: Where to find affordable rentals close to Melbourne But step off the island and home prices quickly drop back to the suburb’s $730,000 median price Belle Property’s Garry Donovan said people selling in the pricey pocket tended to highlight the Long Island address “There’s a little bit of a stigma on that word but Long Island fits more into the Mt Martha groove,” Mr Donovan said The agent added that with a waterfront home at 1 Mary St most of the prospective buyers were coming from places like Brighton and Elsternwick He added that the high-priced pocket was one of the last places a home could be bought where you can walk straight onto the sand before you hit Portsea PropTrack economist Paul Ryan said when an area could offer bigger blocks a quiet address and unique aspects such as being on a waterfront or having city views they would often be worth more than others in the suburb 1 Mary St, Frankston is now on the market with a $2.91m-$3.2m price guide they become status symbols and locals will know what it means to be in that spot,” Mr Ryan in many instances he said they were “hidden gems” that even locals might not know exist the city’s most affordable suburb where the typical home costs just $470,000 if you stray into the Killarney Estate you can pay five times that amount as home prices surge past $2m Reliance Real Estate Melton’s Karan Arya said after selling a number of properties in the pricey pocket it was a mix of super-sized blocks starting at 2000sq m and a lifestyle focus that compelled buyers from higher-priced suburbs in Melbourne’s south east and north to spend big on a home in Melton 6 Connemarra Circuit, Melton is on the market now and has a $2.3m-$2.5m price guide but it is a good location in terms of proximity to the city and the area is quite developed and well established,” Mr Arya said His firm is currently selling 6 Connemarra Circuit with a $2.3m-$2.5m asking price and recently locked in a sale for 40 Killarney Drive at $2.04m One Agency Property Partners director Sahil Saran said along Bindowan Drive Sayers Rd and Kingston Boulevard it was more common to see seven-figure prices than not A few weeks ago he sold a block of land on Bindowan Drive for $1.55m and has another at 103 Bindowan Drive for sale at $1.999m-$2.15m Craigieburn is for sale with a $1.75m-$1.9m price guide The suburb’s median house price is $640,000 but we have been seeing that with a lot of migrants they come here work hard and get a first home nearby then they are looking for a forever home,” Mr Saran said “But 90 per cent of people would not know that there are multimillion-dollar homes in Hoppers Crossing When I tell people there’s a $2m house in Hoppers Crossing SKAD Real Estate’s Harminder Singh said high-end homes on larger blocks lined Charteris Drive But it was the city views on offer from Charteris Drive that had most buyers willing to part ways with more than $2m in a suburb where the median house price is just $640,000 Hoppers Crossing is for sale for $1.999m-$2.15m “Out buyers are often moving from interstate or they’re from the area looking to upgrade,” Mr Singh said Hockingstuart Werribee director Justin Tong said there were two affluent pockets in Werribee with generational homes that rarely changed hands particularly those facing the Werribee River “It’s a really family-orientated pocket; you’re buying them with young children and not selling them until you’re empty nesters,” Mr Tong said 8 Watkins Grove, Werribee sold for $1.215m in 2016 He’s currently selling a home at 8 Watkins Grove that set a $1.215m record for the suburb in 2016 and is back up today with a $1.45m-$1.595m asking price Mr Tong said it was a pretty special home which the sellers had renovated adding a massive pergola and outdoor kitchen to the rear Wattle Ave is also one of the top addresses in the suburb Mr Tong said both these streets were Werribee’s most exclusive streets and attracted mainly local wealthy families with kids who went to school in the area Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. Click here to get the latest Victorian property market news delivered direct to your inbox MORE: ‘Man from Snowy River’ high country haven gets international interest Trick that got family into home for $35k less than they thought Bailey Smith splashes $4m on Surf Coast hinterland home A Werribee man’s early morning coffee run ended in his vehicle’s impoundment after police intercepted him at a drive-thru in Hoppers Crossing. Public Order Response Team officers observed the man’s VX Club Sport in the queue at a coffee shop drive-thru on Old Geelong Road officers discovered the 40-year-old driver was unlicensed and operating an unroadworthy The vehicle was subsequently impounded for 30 days at a cost of $966 The man now faces multiple charges related to driving offences and is set to appear in court at a later date — a bitter end to his morning coffee run The family of a tradesman who was left in a coma after a confrontation with police outside a convenience store in Hoppers Crossing has provided a heartbreaking update as they seek answers following his death encountered two police officers in the parking lot of a 7-Eleven in Hoppers Crossing Despite interviews with the officers involved no charges have been filed following the incident which left Briggs critically injured and hospitalized at the Royal Melbourne Hospital His life support was turned off around 5:30 PM last night The police attempted to speak with Briggs about a traffic issue when he allegedly became aggressive and struggled with them He was taken to the Royal Melbourne Hospital with a severe brain injury and was expected to pass away Doctors informed the family that Briggs went without oxygen for about 17 minutes following the arrest Victoria Police announced on Monday that the sergeant and constable involved have been suspended Briggs’ family has expressed their profound grief and suffering “Seeing Luke in such a fragile state is soul-crushing and our thoughts are solely focused on spending our last few precious days with him,” the family stated to The Age before his passing who are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident “We trust that a thorough and fair investigation will reveal the truth of what happened.” The family has enlisted Jeremy King of Robinson Gill as their lawyer who has highlighted numerous unanswered questions regarding the investigation The two officers from the North-West Metro region were interviewed on Friday and suspended three days later “The investigation by the homicide squad into the circumstances surrounding the arrest of a man in Hoppers Crossing on July 15 remains ongoing,” a spokeswoman said The Professional Standards Command is overseeing the investigation as is standard when someone is seriously injured in police custody “A male constable and male sergeant from North-West Metro region have been suspended while the investigation is carried out,” the spokeswoman said without explaining why it took a week for action to be taken against the officers “Something has gone terribly wrong here A young man should not end up in the intensive care unit clinging to life after an interaction with police,” Mr The family of a tradesman left in a coma after a confrontation with police outside a convenience store has provided a heartbreaking update as they seek answers Luke Briggs, 35, encountered two police officers in the parking lot of a 7-Eleven in Hoppers Crossing He was taken to the Royal Melbourne Hospital where he remains in critical condition with a severe brain injury and is expected to pass away in the coming days Victoria Police announced on Monday that the male sergeant and constable involved have been suspended and our thoughts are solely focused on spending our last few precious days with him,” the family stated to The Age A 35-year-old man is in critical condition after being hospitalized following an arrest in Hoppers Crossing early this morning The unidentified man was approached by police around 2 a.m in the car park of a 7 Eleven at the corner of Heaths and Tarneit roads officers attempted to discuss traffic matters with him Preliminary reports indicate that the man became unresponsive after the arrest Officers immediately called for medical assistance and performed CPR He was subsequently taken to the hospital in critical condition with oversight from the Professional Standards Command  Police responded to a call on Swift Street, Hoppers Crossing, regarding a parked vehicle suspected to be stolen officers found a man asleep behind the wheel Four men from the United Kingdom have been charged by detectives from the Box Hill Divisional Response Unit for their alleged involvement in a series of residential burglaries across Melbourne The suspects were arrested and multiple vehicles and cash were seized during a police operation on Friday the four men entered Australia earlier this year and are believed to have committed over 20 burglaries between April and July the group allegedly used cleaning products to cover their tracks is estimated to be worth more than $500,000 The targeted areas for these burglaries were Burwood, Craigieburn, Doncaster, Epping, Forest Hill, Hillside, Hoppers Crossing, Mill Park, Mount Waverley, and Tarneit While most of the offences occurred when homeowners were away the group also allegedly committed two home invasions and one aggravated burglary police executed five search warrants in Melbourne’s northern suburbs resulting in the seizure of multiple vehicles valued at over $190,000 The recovered property includes a Ford Ranger ute including a Rolex worth more than $120,000 were charged with home invasion and burglary They were remanded to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on November 6 a 32-year-old woman was also arrested and charged with theft She was bailed to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on October 28 Detective Senior Sergeant Daniel Brown of the Box Hill Divisional Response Unit stated “This is a clear message to anyone thinking they can break into homes without repercussions We will continue to target serious and organised crime groups no matter where they’re from.” The investigation is ongoing, and police are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report via www.crimestoppersvic.com.au They are also looking into whether the group may be linked to any other unsolved burglaries Police are treating a fire which destroyed a Starbucks cafe in Hoppers Crossing this morning Fire crews were called to the scene on Heaths Road after multiple callers reported loud banging and flames coming from the building Firefighters arrived on the scene at 12.38am to find the Starbucks Drive Thru fully engulfed in flames No one was inside the building at the time of the fire Crews worked to knock down the fire internally extinguish hotspots and check the extent of the fire on the premises The fire was deemed under control at 1.30am and no one was injured Victoria Police have established a crime scene and have begun investigating the cause of the blaze Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppers.com.au