The Narre Warren community turned out in force on Saturday 27 July to celebrate the completion of major works on the project, which removed the dangerous and congested level crossing at Webb Street and built a new Narre Warren Station baked goods and boxes of popcorn were handed out with entertainment from roving performers including a balloonist bread and tasty treats were supplied by local businesses including AR Afghan Butcher and Supermarket and Valley Fair Continental Bakery – all served up by the Narre Warren Scouts 200 vouchers to local businesses were given away in the ever-popular Spin & Win competition The celebration event also welcomed the return of one of Narre Warren's favourite sons A statue of football and radio star Brendan Fevola will now temporarily take pride of place inside the new station forecourt for four weeks The statue will welcome commuters making use of the new which have been completed by the project team since train services resumed in March The new station features modern elevated platforms accessed by lifts and stairs with an enclosed The level crossing at Webb Street was removed for good in 2023 and the new Narre Warren Station opened earlier this year finishing works included upgrading 672 car spaces to better connect pedestrians and cyclists through the precinct The Webb Street level crossing was one of the most dangerous in Melbourne The boom gates were down up to a third of the morning peak causing congestion for 13,200 vehicles every day Remove items from your saved list to add more Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime ShareAs featured in the Melbourne March 2025 hit list. See all stories.1 / 8With its vaulted ceiling Sri Ananda Bhavan looks more like a modern church than a dining room.Bonnie Savage2 / 8Crispy curry leaf dosa made with urad dal.Bonnie Savage3 / 8The floppier rava dosa here filled with vegetables and paneer.Bonnie Savage4 / 8Pineapple kesari a semolina pudding studded with cashews and raisins and glossed up with ghee.Bonnie Savage5 / 8 Sev puri (hollow wheat-dough spheres are filled with potato masala and striped with chutneys).Bonnie Savage6 / 8The spacious restaurant has seating for 55 on banquettes and high-backed chairs.Bonnie Savage7 / 8Chilli-tossed idli (steamed savoury cakes made from fermented rice batter and lentils) is one of the Indo-Chinese dishes on the menu.Bonnie Savage8 / 8Vegetable pakoda fritters with chutney.Bonnie SavagePrevious SlideNext Slide14/20How we score a wavy-roofed building that once housed a real estate office is now one of the best South Indian restaurants in Melbourne glass entrance looks more like a modern church than a dining room but seven-year-old Sri Ananda Bhavan is spacious and comfortable with seating for 55 on banquettes and high-backed chairs A sweets counter near the cash register looks into a huge kitchen where everything is made from scratch with pride and attention You might not think of an Indian eatery as a place for coffee but this restaurant only exists because of the owners’ obsession with the filter coffee they drank in Chennai Brothers-in-law Vinodh Rangaswamy and Gary Taylor craved it so fiercely they opened a restaurant so they could devote themselves to making it dip it in sambar and enjoy.Bonnie SavageThey also crafted a menu of vegetarian dishes based on Udupi cuisine There are a few elements on which aficionados will judge an Udupi restaurant: dosa (thin pancakes served with fillings and sprinkles) savoury cakes made from fermented rice batter and lentils) and sambar (spiced lentil gravy) mixed in a secret ratio and fermented overnight to create a light zingy batter that turns into a crisp but bendy crepe You can have your dosa folded around spiced potatoes drizzled with ghee or sprinkled with podi (a spice and pulse powder) but the most important accompaniment is the sambar dip it in sambar and enjoy the subtle kick Chilli-tossed idli is one of the Indo-Chinese dishes on the menu.Bonnie SavageYou can eat idli in similar ways but these can also be found on the kids’ menu with jam (children are extremely welcome) and on the Indo-Chinese menu a popular cuisine strand which sprang from Hakka communities in Calcutta in the late 19th century The chilli-tossed idli here are a deft representation Rava dosa are made with semolina; they’re softer more like comfort food than the sprightly regular dosa Sev puri filled with potato masala.Bonnie SavageAdvertisementSev puri is a Mumbai street snack popular all over India and the version here is on point: hollow wheat-dough spheres are filled with potato masala and striped with chutneys to create a one-bite wonder a semolina pudding studded with cashews and raisins and glossed up with ghee Taylor – his dad’s family has British ancestry hence the Anglo name – oversees the kitchen while Rangaswamy takes care of everything else They’re first-time restaurateurs who’ve somehow turned their collective experience in welding IT and project management into a very special suburban restaurant with welcoming and engaged service They told me their families are utterly astounded that they’ve made this leap and by Taylor’s “magic fingers” (he never used to cook) If you don’t know your idli from your elbow Go-to dishes: Sev puri ($14); curry leaf dosa ($19); pineapple kesari ($8) Drinks: The owners are obsessed with proper Chennai-style filter coffee This review was originally published in Good Weekend magazine This swanky rooftop Italian restaurant has a lot going for it, but leaves our critic baffledDani Valent reviews the views and set menus at Melbourne’s Amatrice. This ‘fantastically affordable’ new sushi counter is the answer to our critic’s prayersWhy can you only get very cheap or very expensive sushi asks Besha Rodell. Nori Maki delivers high-quality sushi in a setting that feels special. This schnitzel sandwich from a three-hat fine diner’s spin-off wine bar is a winnerIn a city of chicken-schnitty sangers, this seafood version takes fish ‘n’ chip shop memories and makes them fancy. news and the hottest openings served to your inbox We celebrated the end of major works on the Narre Warren-Cranbourne Upgrade with a community thank you event on Saturday 7 September we hosted a free event at Cranbourne Racecourse a 6 metre slide and the always popular digger and building blocks It was a phenomenal way to sign off the upgrade which finished 12 months ahead of the scheduled completion date with the team getting to highlight and thank the efforts of local traders and the community for their patience and understanding throughout the project The Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road Upgrade has built: The Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road Upgrade has not only improved the region’s road infrastructure but also provided nearly 900,000 work hours for local employment and more than doubled the Aboriginal Employment Target The project more than doubled its social procurement spend over the course of the project reaching a total of 7.8% spend with social enterprises and Aboriginal-owned businesses with the following businesses among those engaged with as part of the project: The Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road Upgrade is part of major improvements to your road and rail network in Melbourne’s south-east to connect growing communities Find out more about the Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road Upgrade Refurbishments for the Narre Warren Police Station are set to begin in March with the public reception counter expected to be closed until February 2026 upgrade works are scheduled for 11 March this year and are expected to be completed by 28 February the year after The station design includes new public-facing areas and a major upgrade to the building to enable police to better serve the community Southern Metro Division 3 superintendent Damian Jackson said that “the refurbished Narre Warren police station will provide our officers with the modern facilities required to carry out the important work they do in keeping the community safe” “Officers based within the new station will continue to perform round-the-clock patrols which are vital to help prevent crime and arrest offenders.” community members who require urgent police attendance should call Triple Zero can be reported via the Police Assistance Line on 131 444 or by using our online reporting service at police.vic.gov.au For those who need to attend a 24-hour police station reception counter has three options within less than 15km of Narre Warren Police Station Endeavour Hills Police Station is a 12-minute drive Dandenong Police Station is a 16-minute drive and Cranbourne Police Station is a 20-minute drive from the Narre Warren facility The upgraded Narre Warren Police Station will continue to accommodate a range of police functions that together will ensure delivery of a quick and agile police service As part of the Victorian Government's commitment to removing 85 dangerous and congested level crossings we're removing the level crossing at Webb Street The removal of the Webb Street level crossing will help make the Pakenham Line boom gate free by 2025 We’ll remove the level crossing by building a new elevated rail bridge over Webb Street We’ll also build a new Narre Warren Station The new Narre Warren Station will feature improved and modern facilities for the community to enjoy Building a new rail bridge will ease congestion for the 13,200 vehicles that pass through the crossing each day and make it safer and easier for drivers Removing this level crossing will help create a level crossing-free Pakenham Line work and travel by delivering a safer and more reliable transport network better connections and improved travel times The Webb Street Level Crossing Removal Project has a team dedicated to working with and supporting local businesses and the community Understanding your business and working with you is important to us our commitment to you and your business is to: Large construction projects like the Webb Street Level Crossing Removal Project can present both challenges and opportunities to nearby businesses Our works will take place on and next to key local and arterial roads This may lead to occasional changes to how you We will let local businesses know in advance of disruptions to ensure you have information about detours or changes to access to help your staff and customers get around We’ll make sure the community is well informed about any changes in the area we will install piles to form the foundations of the new rail bridge and build retaining walls We'll also work in and around the existing station platform to make way for the new Narre Warren Station This work can be loud and create some dust We work to minimise the impact of dust in the area including cleaning roads around the site with street-sweepers Our team will let you know when you can expect increases in noise or high impact works Read the ‘What to expect during construction fact sheet’ for more information about how we manage Managing noise we'll keep you up to date in the following ways: For more about the project visit the Webb Street project page A 23-year-old man was charged after police allegedly seized a trafficable quantity of illicit drugs and vapes as well as $70,000 cash at a Dandenong factory Police raided the premises at Federation Road on Wednesday 26 February seizing about 2000 vapes as well as 500 grams of ice 500 grams of cocaine and quantities of ketamine and cannabis The Narre Warren man was charged with trafficking large commercial quantities of drugs of dependence and possessing a prohibited weapon (extendable baton) He was remanded to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 10 April A motorcycle rider died after a fatal collision with a truck in Narre Warren East this morning Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are currently investigating the circumstances around the crash that occurred at the intersection of Wellington and Muddy Creek roads around 11:30am Emergency services responded to reports of a collision The driver and sole occupant of the truck stopped at the scene and spoke with police or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Footy was back and so was the rivalry which we all know and love as Narre Warren hosted Cranbourne for a Saturday night special under lights with the Magpies making a statement winning the clash 12.13 (85) to 9.6 (60) with plenty of promising signs Hundreds of spectators filled Kalora Park for the big occasion as Narre Warren unveiled its 2024 premiership flag from the Outer East Football Netball League before both sides met on field to battle it out Since their first ever clash at Racecourse Oval back in 1955 the two powerhouse clubs have now played 128 games without a draw including 14 finals and three grand finals There is not a lot splitting them with Cranbourne leading the head-to-head tally by only two victories (65-63) while they have won seven finals each but Narre Warren have got the edge in the grand finals 2-1 The siren sounded and the game was underway as the ball rocketed from one end of the oval to the other with some electric ball movement but the Magpies quickly gained control of the contest It was clear that Narre Warren was a class above in the first term as the side executed its plans and set up well behind the play to put the Eagles on the back foot Hamish West was slippery in the forward line and got off the leash to kick his first for the day and the margin was 17 points at the first break which could’ve been worse for Cranbourne if the Magpies had kicked straighter than 3.6 Narre Warren coach Steven Kidd was happy with the intent of the side and the way his players embraced the challenge “I was really pleased with how we started the game our clearance work was really good and we put pressure on them … that created a few turnovers in the first quarter but it would’ve been nice to put a bit more scoreboard pressure on them,” he said they fought for the rest of the game and kept coming “We found out that it’s not going to be easy to pull away from anyone in this competition Cranbourne coach Angelo Soldatos urged his players to be more composed with the ball encouraging them to be brave and use the corridor Halfway through the second term and it was starting to come together for the Eagles they had lifted their intensity and had closed the lead to just two kicks as the main break approached but it wasn’t before Narre Warren forward Will Howe plunged a couple of late daggers into the Cranbourne hearts Howe took an uncontested mark in the goal square in the final minute and slotted his first of the game Seven seconds later and he had the ball in his hand again lining up 20 metres out directly in front Teammate Tom Toner was slung to the ground and a 50 metre penalty took him to the goal line kicking after the siren to extend the half time lead to 24 points But he wasn’t done yet as another contested mark and a sweet set shot from beyond the arc at the beginning of the third quarter handed the star his third in as many minutes and all of a sudden a 12 point lead had ballooned out to 30 I thought he had a really good game and clunked some big marks which were important going into half time,” Kidd said Cranbourne refused to give up and had enough entries but the lack of a big forward target like Jake Richardson and Howe at the other end was hurting their winning chances The Eagles managed to stay within striking distance throughout the third quarter and after Eagles’ veteran Ryan Jones kicked the first of the last term and had another shot straight after they were threatening a comeback but Narre Warren did enough to win by 25 points at the final siren and start their season on a high There was one major injury from the game as Dan Toner hurt his knee when he was stepped by a Cranbourne player on the wing in front of concerned spectators Kidd said scans will determine the severity but had his fingers crossed “We’re hoping it’s not the worst case scenario but it’s either going to be an 8-12 week injury or the worst possible … he will have scans today,” he said Kidd wasn’t satisfied with the final quarter where the Magpies were outscored (20-14) and wanted to see a stronger finish against East Brighton this weekend “We would’ve liked to have seen a little bit more in that last quarter we will be better for the run and hopefully finish next week’s game off a bit stronger,” he said “They’ve got some AFL experience in that side and we’re expecting a really tough game.” West and Jett Kearney kicked three goals each for the Magpies with Josh West Kurt Mutimer and Trent Papworth some of the best players Cranbourne’s Ryan Jones and Mitchell Tharle kicked two each in the loss Callum Pola and Shaun Keenan all performed well Dingley proved that they are the early premiership favourites after destroying Cheltenham by 61 points in a grand final rematch as Caleb Lewis booted six goals for the Dingoes Both sides were expected to be among the top teams as the Rosellas challenge for a three-peat but to be held goalless for the first half of round one was a far from ideal start to their premiership defence look the real deal; if they can do that to a team which only lost one game last year and won back-to-back flags what can they do to the rest of the competition St Pauls McKinnon got the better of Bentleigh in a two-point thriller at Bentleigh Recreation Reserve to win 14.10 (94) to 13.14 (92) The Bulldogs trailed at every break before hitting the lead in the last quarter and securing a hard fought comeback victory to start their season in a big way with an even contribution of scorers at the offensive end Port Melbourne opened their season account with a crucial victory over Springvale Districts as some exceptional accuracy helped them to a nine point win finishing with 14.6 Despite a final quarter resurgence from Springvale Districts where they outscored the Colts (28-9) Port Melbourne limped to the line and secured the four points with five goals from Mitch Clarke making a huge difference Despite Murrumbeena’s recruits performing well in their new colours the team’s inaccuracy in front of the big sticks ultimately cost them while East Brighton was the opposite and couldn’t miss East Brighton would’ve been pleased with its new signings as twin towers Tom Bracher (Richmond VFL) and Ben Reid (former Collingwood AFL) combined for eight goals with a further four players kicking multiple majors Unearthing 25 years of history is a feat that not many can say they’ve done but with the 2000s Narre Warren North community having that foresight the residents had more than a few things to look forward to The Narre Warren North Community Association’s president said that the whole day has been “fantastic” “The excitement has been building up for the last 12 months “We downsized it to make it an eventful day and I think everybody’s enjoyed the day and are looking forward to the event in 27 years’ time,” he said the Narre Warren North Primary School will be celebrating its 175th anniversary something that the association felt would be a fitting tribute to the area’s history if the next batch was also opened then when an excavator dug under the placard and revealed a roughly two-and-a-half-metre deep hole chock-full of containers; it was then that the excitement grew with many having a direct relation to the items that were buried years ago which is what we’re celebrating here and what Narre Warren North was back then,” he said “It’s still a country town; it’s grown a little bit and we’re always happy to help each other out when we can.” people or persons the containers were from It didn’t take long for the hall to become an impromptu museum The City of Casey’s councillors were also in attendance and Grevillea Ward Councillor Dave Perry mingling with the crowd Perry said that “it’s amazing that the community has managed to keep this and have their calendar open for it” he passed away 10 years ago and I had no idea he put a container in,” he said and other documents related to Colin’s life Koomen said that it was “so good” to see so many people turning up “People who were here 25 years ago putting these buckets in and then also the next generation who are putting their buckets in now “It’s all about the community and that sense of identity “It’s going to be great to look back today on what was happening 27 years ago; it gives that connection to the past and even paper items that were ziploc-ed had been stained this did little to discourage onlookers and representatives as it only added to the novelty of their history being present had a more sentimental value as she realised that one of the containers was home to pieces of her primary school years and soon leave a legacy for those who will stand in our place 27 years from now,” she said it’s incredible to see pieces of my own history here the sample student diary I once used and the school yearbook filled with familiar names.” with South-Eastern Metropolitan members Michael Galea and Ann-Marie Hermans eagerly moving from one table to another and the former Narre Warren Station Primary School which closed in 2001 and relocated to Hillsmeade Primary with a container dedicated to MONSU and the Monash University Student Union Angela a former teacher of Narre Warren Station Primary both said that “the experience is astounding” “We recognised the name of a child that she (Angela) taught all that time ago and it just came flooding back,” they said that’s very encouraging and it’s really a great thing.” The next batch of containers has not yet been placed with the Association and Allday saying that time was needed for the families and people related to the containers to savour the moments the new capsule is expected to come in the next few weeks A 23-year-old Narre Warren man was charged after police located a trafficable quantity of drugs of dependence $70,000 cash and approximately 2000 illicit vapes were found at a factory on Federation Road in Dandenong and police also seized approximately 500 grams of ice The Narre Warren suspect was charged with trafficking large commercial quantities of drugs of dependence He was remanded to appear at the Magistrate’s Court on 10 April Anyone with information about drug trafficking is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Relics of the past are soon to be unveiled as the Narre Warren North community and surrounds prepare themselves for the opening of a 25-year-old time capsule Scheduled to take place on Saturday 15 March the grand reveal of 36 capsules from 2000 is just under a month away with artefacts placed underground by local schools community organisations and charities to be displayed for all to see Narre Warren North Community Association member said that he and many others are excited to unpack the treasures that were left behind “Look I’m very excited because you’ve got 25 years of history down there about to be opened up and we get to see what was happening in the community all that time ago,” he said “We also have the chance to read some of the stories from the schools a bit of a snapshot in a sense of what their lives were like and the everyday items that shaped our lives back then.” These 36 containers were put together by 29 groups as mentioned above once fully ‘excavated’ will be displayed inside the Narre Warren North Hall for everyone to see The day will begin with a brief welcoming ceremony at 11am which is followed by the excavation at 11:30 put together by current community organisations to be opened in 27 years just in time for the Narre Warren North Primary School’s 175th anniversary As the president-elect of the Rotary Club of Dandenong and Endeavour Hills John had in mind of playing his part and storing trophies flyers and pamphlets that are relevant to Holden “it’s about more than just nostalgia—it’s about preserving history” “I’m planning to put together a collection of artifacts that capture significant moments including the rise and fall of Holden Australia which was such a huge part of our automotive and cultural identity,” he said it would be a great opportunity for people in the future to see what was going on 27 years ago “They’re going to be seeing these old Commodores He further added that aside from the historical significance of the items that are soon to be unearthed there are also personal and emotional connections from childhood keepsakes and other mementos opening a time capsule is about preserving and celebrating history—not just personal memories but moments that defined our community and country,” he said and ensure future generations understand the journey that got us here.” A 30-year-old Narre Warren man has been arrested after multiple alleged assaults near the Westfield Fountain Gate shopping centre bus stops in Overland Drive on Tuesday 5 November Police have charged the man after it is alleged he physically assaulted three people near the bus stops around 2:25pm Previous reports of the offender using a box cutter have been recanted with police confirming that he used no weapons and physical force was used to inflict injuries The man allegedly fled the scene before police arrested him inside the shopping centre shortly after One woman and two men were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries The Narre Warren man has since been charged with affray unlawful assault and possessing a controlled weapon He was bailed to appear at the Dandenong Magistrate’s Court on 14 February 2025 When asked what his targets are for the next State Election new opposition leader Brad Battin said Pakenham first followed by numerous South East seats and the upcoming Werribee by-election may prove how key this growth corridor will be in 2026 he was asked where he will win seats in the 2026 election The affluent inner east was not first to mind as Labor over the last several elections has chipped away at the Liberal Party’s traditional heartland the first words out of Battin’s mouth were ‘growth corridors’ they’re desperate for a change,” he said in the interview The inner city will still be crucial for Battin to both retain seats from Kew to Brighton as well as recapture seats like Box Hill and Bayswater But a significant offensive in growth corridors Labor’s hold of the South East has only increased with consistent swings toward red in the last three elections through Dandenong Labor picked up a further two seats with Jordan Crugnale taking Bass in 2018 and retaining it in 2022 while Emma Vulin became the first MP for the new seat of Pakenham in 2022 But there is one bulwark that has prevented a Labor wall stretching from Oakleigh to Pakenham Battin only narrowly won his then seat of Gembrook against Labor contender the Liberal Party’s overall vote still went down yet Battin not only held the line but gained a 4.17 margin in his new seat of Berwick Battin’s defense in 2022 may inform his general offensive to try and break Labor’s decade-long rule in Victoria Pakenham and Bass are certainly in the Liberal Party sights as both are held by Labor with less than half a percent of the two-party preferred vote in 2022 Narre Warren South and Cranbourne will be harder to breach all holding firm with an eight percent margin The next election may not be until November next year but the Werribee by-election on 8 February may prove influential in how hard the Liberal Party pushes in the South East Covering the growth areas of Werribee and Wyndham Vale in varying formations has retained Labor for almost 50 years and today holds a strong margin of 10 percent If the Liberal Party can make a decent dent in that margin it could make Battin’s neighbours on the other side of the city into big targets A 19-year-old Narre Warren man was charged as part of a police investigation on a non-fatal shooting in Collingwood in January Armed Crime Squad detectives charged the man on Monday recklessly causing serious injury and the theft of a motor vehicle Search warrants were executed on Monday morning at residential addresses in Hallam and Narre Warren The arrest followed the initial incident on Vere Street after two boys were located with gunshot wounds around 1am on Friday A 17-year-old boy was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries A second 15-year-old boy was taken to the hospital with serious injuries it is understood that a large group of people were fighting on Hoddle Street before the shooting took place Detectives believe the incident was a targeted attack and officials urge anyone who witnessed the incident to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au/ Bicycle Network opened three new Parkiteer facilities between July and August through the Victorian government's Level Crossing Removal Project and Car Parks for Commuters Upgrade The removal of the dangerous and congested Keon Parade level crossing includes a new Keon Park station located next to the carpark beneath the elevated train tracks between High Street and Johnson Street Victoria's 74th level crossing was removed at Webb Street in Narre Warren last year The Narre Warren station features two elevated platforms The 52-space Parkiteer facility has a bike-repair station and CCTV cameras that cover the facility and its surrounds Cranbourne station has undergone a car park upgrade as part of the Car Parks for Commuters program The new car park features improved CCTV and lighting The 26-space facility is located along the shared-use path between the station and Cranbourne Mitsubishi We would like to thank our members for participating in our annual survey providing essential feedback that will help us continually improve Parkiteer experiences Email us at parkiteer@bicyclenetwork.com.au to let us know how else we can improve the Parkiteer network Visit parkiteer.com.au to register and find your nearest available Parkiteer bike parking facility Become a Member and help fund our advocacy work Or become our friend and subscribe to receive our fortnightly newsletter The Great Victorian Bike Ride is set to return in 2025 on 24–28 November offering an exciting new format while keeping the spirit of this beloved event alive Bicycle Network Memberships offer benefits to all kinds of riders The Peaks Challenge Ride2School fundraiser is on again for this year's epic event on Sunday 9 March The City of Adelaide will undertake a speed limit review to understand the need for reducing speeds to support business and residents and create a safer city environment Work on the much-anticipated $38.9 million Sydney Harbour Bridge ramp upgrade has begun the bike lane will link the country's most famous bridge to the bike network in Milsons Point we launched our Affiliate Membership program specially designed for cycling groups and clubs Orange in New South Wales is in line for a nice new stretch of bike path one that will expand the off-road network and improve access to schools Work has kicked off on a key Canberra bike route setting the wheels in motion for safer and more pleasant journeys through the city’s northern suburbs In a submission to the federal government’s draft National Urban Policy Bicycle Network and seven other Australian bicycle organisations have called for active transport infrastructure funding to be increased to 10% of federal transport investment Many of our best bike journeys are along coastlines or up and down the creeks and rivers that meet the sea But with rising sea levels some of this vital infrastructure is at threat of inundation erosion and from changes in groundwater chemistry The idea of every original deserving a sequel is a divisive one in the world of film and entertainment Attempting to replicate what can be viewed as a perfectly good product and risk sullying the legacy in an effort to recapture the genie in the bottle of a magnificent first viewing is truly a roll of the dice When Anthony Hudson rhetorically asked ‘who would have thought the sequel would be just as good as the original?’ when the final siren rung to put a bow in the 2006 AFL grand final the second West coast v Sydney cliff-hanger in two years 2023’s Outer East Football Netball Premier Division football grand final was a day to remember for Wandin the same teams will go fight it out for the crown once again at the same venue and on the back of strikingly similar paths to qualification and Narre Warren wishing to reverse the result Narre Warren won both contests against its conqueror in 2024 the first a wire-to-wire win at home and the second a valiant comeback on the tight confides at the Kennel to solidify its status as the best team in the competition But Wandin haven’t lost since that chilly day in early August and ran through its three finals opponents with conviction with an average winning margin just shy of 50 points All roads lead to a belter of an afternoon at Officer many of the stars on both sides have been recast Three of Wandin’s best midfielders from 12 months prior will likely be watching from the sidelines when the first ball is bounced on Saturday afternoon having plied their talents elsewhere in 2024 while Hirst is in a race against the clock to prove his fitness as he fights to recover from a knee injury Out of their shadows have emerged Chayce Black Jack Manson and Macauley Beckwith in the on-ball division Jordan Jaworski and Todd Garner also working their way into the rotation from time to time whose summer was rife with concerns of their demise following big-name exits but the black and white did what they so often do tweaking and winning far more often than losing Peter Gentile’s return from VFL duties has been an ideal replacement for 2023 Smith Medal winner Tom Miller Jesse Davies has stepped forward to cover the absence of Jake Richardson and Hayden Dwyer has been a revelation in the ruck this year finishing in the top 10 of the Smith-Ramage medal count more than ably filling the void left by Lachlan Benson Limiting Dwyer’s presence will go a long way to stifling the Magpies’ effectiveness in the middle but Wandin’s makeshift rucking pair will have their hands full In round 15 the Magpies moved Jesse Davies into the ruck in the second half and the decision went a long way to the remarkable second half turnaround Sam Johnson and Corey Bader have become genuine options in the midfield for Steven Kidd to support Brad Scalzo and Kurt Mutimer and Tom Toner will require some limiting from the Bulldogs Mullett was one of the catalysts in the 10 minutes of destruction that spoilt the Narre Warren premiership party 12 months ago and has spent more time in the midfield in the second half of the season but can find the big sticks from nearly anywhere in the forward half of the ground Five goals in the first half of the round 15 epic reminded everyone of his quality but the goalless second half proved that’s not unstoppable if the team locks in to its assignment Jacob Mutimer or Josh West may be handed the assignment due to their leg speed should he earn a recall in Trent Papworth’s spot who is leaving no stone unturned to be fit after a calf injury in the second semi final against Woori Yallock The last two seasons have seen these two sides emerge as the benchmarks of the competition with Wandin unseating Woori Yallock on the podium Narre Warren has won four of the last five contests between the two combatants but Wandin won the game that mattered the most the Bulldogs looked set to square the 2024 ledger at 1-1 thanks to a 22-point lead at half time in a brilliant display on their home turf before a stunning turnaround from the Magpies saw them kick seven of the last eight goals to escape 13-point victors it was a 12-goal second-half that saw the Magpies fly away with the four points the only time Wandin conceded more than 100 points in a game this year Some may put more stock in the first contest of the season given the similarities between the ground dimensions of Kalora Park and Rob Porter Recreation Reserve but the ability to slow the Bulldogs down was stunning The Magpies found great success with some positional moves and in taking away the open spaces that Wandin thrive in back in round 15 Harrison van Duuren – love to showcase their footskills and slice through forward presses like surgeons and have made a living out of turning opposition turnovers into scores Daniel Toner and Mitchell Tonna are afforded space their intimate knowledge of each other’s tendencies and patterns sees scoring chances present more often than not for Davies and Will Howe Narre Warren’s back six will have its hands full given the Wandin forward half arsenal but the Magpies’ forwards will need to utilise their leg speed to keep Tom Hinds and John Lander on their toes who has given him trouble in recent contests Steven Kidd (Narre Warren) – “(Wandin) have got a ruthless winning attitude and win-at-all-costs attitude “The question isn’t about motivation because that’s there and we lost last year we definitely have to be pretty physical and put the pressure on them we just have to adhere to what we’ve trained “We feel like we’ve done everything we can as far as our training goes it’s just going to come down to if we’re going to be good enough on the day “(Winning is) certainly something that would mean a lot to me if I could achieve that goal but at this stage I know that it’s more important to concentrate on what may happen on the day and what different things or magnets we’ll have to throw around as the game wears on.” Nick Adam (Wandin) – (Narre Warren) has been outstanding since the moment they’ve walked into the competition; I know they’ve had a really proud history in the South East but they’ve been the ones since the merger “We were able to get the job done last year but I would have felt like they’re only using it as motivation “I felt like they couldn’t cope with us in the second quarter at Clegg Road [in round 15] but they went into half time and were able to get some stuff really right that took all the speed out of the game and I felt like that got it back on their terms “I’d be surprised if (Kidd’s) not looking at that and going ‘this is what we were able to do to manufacture that’ “The plan we have for Narre Warren is very different to what we have for Woori Yallock that we want to put in place and I’m confident that we can get the job done.” this game will be a case of winner takes all with Narre Warren hoping for a third OEFN premiership flag to take on its impending venture to the Southern Football Netball League Three wins from four completed seasons would be make them the undisputed yardstick from the competition’s formative years while a second for Wandin would square the ledger at two each Wandin blew Narre Warren’s quest for back-to-back premierships in 2023 to smithereens and now Narre Warren is hoping to do the same Will the quest for vengeance outweigh the pursuit of greatness The six-day turnaround Wandin faces adds another challenge to the equation but their firepower across the ground gives them a slight edge VENUE: Rob Porter Recreation Reserve will be walk-in venue as it was for the preliminary final on Sunday and grand final day last season With Officer and Pakenham playing in the morning’s first football game parking spots are set to be hot property from as soon as the gates open Extra parking will be available at the Officer Civic Centre car park while those who can take the train to Officer station should consider whether that option suits them ALPHA WOLF are thrilled to unveil the local support acts for their Terrible Days Across Australia regional tour kicking off next month with special guests MALEVOLENCE (UK) and ZUKO and announce the Narre Warren show is sold out with tickets selling fast for remaining shows Mackay and Gladstone will be djent-meets-nu metal modern mavericks DIAMOND CONSTRUCT while dark pop heavies INERTIA locked in for the Sunshine Coast Wollongong and Canberra will be nu metal groove merchants DEFICIT while ferocious metalcore quartet MELTING will appear in Warrambool Castlemaine and the entirely sold out Narre Warren show ALPHA WOLF are celebrating the 1 year anniversary of Half Living Things in style with the following limited edition merch and never to be seen footage: ALPHA WOLF have relentlessly sharpened their trademark intensity over the years from releasing their critically-acclaimed sophomore album A Quiet Place To Die amid the pandemic in 2020 snagging a #6 spot on the ARIA Charts and a nomination for Best Hard Rock or Heavy Metal Album at the ARIA Awards with Welsh rockers Holding Absence in 2022 unleashing their razor-sharp third studio album Half Living Things last April securing a Grammy Award nomination for Best Boxed or Special Limited Edition Package as well as a #2 debut on the ARIA Australian Album Charts #3 on the ARIA Vinyl Album charts upon release Bringing back the noise literally via the release of their “violently destructive” pedal The Noise in collaboration with Tallon Electric the first two releases of The Noise previously sold out with a third release of the pedal now available The Noise brings a new spin on the whammy sound that ALPHA WOLF have become known for including knobs for Panic (splitting the signal sharp and flat for dissonance) Chaos (introduces random pitch movement to shift away from the centre frequency) and Speed (applies all-pass feedback and amplitude modulation) ALPHA WOLF whipped Australian audiences into a frenzy in 2024 with their completely sold out Half Living Things Australian Tour also closing out the year on home soil wowing the crowds at Good Things Festival And last year the group also solidified their international star power in North America with their own headline run and supports with Motionless in White and Dayseeker along with an appearance in the UK at Download Festival Renowned for their riotous energy and insatiable dexterity ALPHA WOLF have exploded beyond being a cult favourite into bona fide “must sees” on a global scale metal heavyweights MALEVOLENCE have risen out of the underground and into international infamy since forming in 2010 spending the past few years relentlessly touring across Europe including appearances at some of the scene’s most iconic festivals and the first ever edition of Knotfest Australia in 2023 MALEVOLENCE have established a towering reputation as undisputed experts in crafting striking and aggressive hardcore metal and more at an elite level that dazzles old school fans and newcomers equally Brisbane hardcore aficionados ZUKO first emerged back in 2021 via their debut single Roe Ct and have since gone on to stamp their presence on the scene via their ferociously heavy sound with the group ultimately going on to release their debut EP Hereditary in 2022 and most recently catching attention via their blistering 2024 EP Hatred With sold out stages in their wake over the years ZUKO most recently supported Stepson in Brisbane earlier this month and have also previously shared stages with the likes of Heists Prepare for utter sonic annihilation as ALPHA WOLF tear across regional Australia next month SHANNON SMITH Steps Into The Light With Debut Album ‘Out Of The Shadows’ ALBUM REVIEW: The Birthday Massacre – Pathways Beloved metalcore torchbearers We Came As Romans are back with a searing new single, Bad Luck. The track marks the band’s first release of 2025 and kicks off a bold new chapter following their critically acclaimed 2022 […] The Division 1 side from Narre Warren Bowls Club (NWBC) made it two in a row on Saturday and now climb to fifth on the ladder after another strong showing – this time away against Keysborough and with a few players recovering from a bout of Covid it was great to see the rinks fight to the end and support each other and get the overall win The highlight was a very strong 34-8 win by the rink of Craig Moore The second team bounced back with a close eight-shot win over local rivals Berwick Bowls Club After being behind most of the day NWBC fought hard and got over the top of Berwick in the last couple of ends to secure a very good win The second team now climbs into the top four with this win Jim Kempf and Keith Fox who completed a 27 to 19 victory The third team had some travel to do this week and played away at Armadale and playing on a new green that was slow to begin with was challenging The players played well and came away with a convincing 88-66 overall win Lindsay Gibson and Bryan Biasci who won 27-8 Narre Warren’s fourth side travelled to second place Cardinia Waters and went down 65-86 but stay in fifth position on the ladder This game had two new players to the club playing their first game for NWBC and we look forward to seeing the progress through the ranks Best rink: Gwen Scott; Robert Scott; Brian Exton and Ralph Devonshire 19 to 18 took on Monbulk 2 at home and after some very good bowls went down 67-75 overall With Narre sitting in fifth and Monbulk sixth this was always going to be a very close game Gillian Wright played her first game for the season and was a part of the best rink for the day Best rink: Gillian Wright; Reg Young; Nola Burdett and Peter Wilson 24 to 16 Narre 6 got to travel to Boronia for a game played in the right spirit and prevailed 86-71 overall This win lifted the team to fourth on the ladder Best rink: Darren Moore; Bill Sheehan; Glenn McCauley and Peter Anderton 28 to 16 The Ferguson Plarre rink of the day award goes to: Craig Moore • Side 1: (Away) defeated Keysborough 87-64 Best rink: Craig Moore; Eric Sydenham; Zak Storm and Steve Ellard +26 Best rink: Judith Naughton; Percy Herath; Jim Kempf and Keith Fox +8 Best rink: Keith Emms; Greg Davies; Lindsay Gibson and Bryan Biasci +19 • Side 4: (Away) lost to Cardinia Waters 65-86 Best rink: Gwen Scott; Robert Scott; Brian Exton and Ralph Devonshire +1 Best rink: Gillian Wright; Reg Young; Nola Burdett and Peter Wilson +8 Best rink: Darren Moore; Bill Sheehan; Glenn McCauley and Peter Anderton +12 • Side 1: (Away) lost to Royal Melbourne Golf 55-65 Best rink: Greg Davies; Phil Howard; Craig Lineham and Tim Gray: +3 • Side 2: (Home) defeated Cardinia Waters 66-33 Best rink: Ana Mateos; Dean George; Fernando Mateos and Darren Thompson: +13 Best rink: Warren Hobson; Les Clement; David Inifer and Gary Wilson: +13 Narre Warren Bowls Club has had a very busy off-season and once again became the choice for several new players across all divisions After strong training sessions and some very good results in the pre-season we were all looking forward to the start of the new Pennant Season Narre Warren started its first ever season in Division 1 with a Friday night home game against local rivals Cranbourne Bowls Club under the Panther Dome Narre Warren had five players playing their first game for the club There was a very good crowd in attendance to watch what was a very close game There were less than 10 shots in it all night with Cranbourne edging away at the end to win by 12 shots Saturday saw three more sides at home and another three players making their Narre Warren debut Narre Warren won two close games and lost the third game Narre Warren had two more players playing their first game for the club winning both games against Pakenham Bowls Club and Mulgrave Country Club DIVISION 1 lost to Cranbourne 73 – 85 Best Rink Lynne Wood; James Stewart; Colin Groom and Tim Gray – +16 Best Rink: Yvonne Keay; John Pentreath; Wilma Stevenson and David Wood – +11 Best rink: Ana Mateos; Lorraine Marsden; Sam Bailey and Eric Marsden – +22 Best rink: Gerry Van Eerden; Joe McGuire; Ralph Devonshire and Steven Roy – +22 Best rink: Reg Young; Nola Burdett; Colin Hampton and Ray Aylen: +7 Best rink: Joe Selfridge; Donna Wood; Ray Payne and John Rogers: +15 The Ferguson Plarre Rink of the Day winners are Ana Mateos Sam Bailey and Eric Marsden with a very strong 38 – 16 win Police have arrested and placed charges after a Narre Warren man was assaulted by a Wattle Glen man in a road rage incident in Watsonia last month it is believed the 32-year-old Narre Warren man in a grey Holden 4WD was travelling along Grimshaw Street when he collided with a Holden hatchback around 3:20pm then got out of his car and allegedly assaulted the male victim before smashing the victim’s car window with an axe He has since been charged with driving while suspended reckless cause of injury and reckless conduct endangering serious injury he was also charged with assault with a weapon the use of a controlled weapon with excuse and nine times with the possession of a drug of dependence heading into an unknown direction of travel He was remanded to appear at Heidelberg Magistrates’ Court today A 47-year-old Narre Warren North man has been charged following a fatal collision that claimed the life of a pedestrian in Wonthaggi yesterday Major Collision Investigation Unit detective charged the suspect when it was alleged that a woman was walking her neighbour’s dog on Campbell Street around 3:45pm on Sunday It was at that time that she was struck by a vehicle where it was alleged that it travelled onto the wrong side of the road colliding with the pedestrian and dog before driving away from the scene The driver returned to the scene a short time later and was arrested was taken to hospital in a critical condition The Narre Warren North man has been remanded to appear at Latrobe Magistrates’ Court later today Fire crews have swarmed onto a grass-and-scrub fire behind Monroe Court An official advice message just before 1pm on Friday 7 March stated aircraft and fire fighters were responding to the initially out-of-control blaze travelling along Eumemmerring Creek in Heatherton Road Reserve Seven CFA tankers respond along with FRV and air support crews police and ambulance were called to the scene Police and Ambulance were also called to the scene Authorities advise there’s no current threat to residents but they should keep informed and monitor conditions We've turned on the last set of traffic lights for the Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road Upgrade completing the 10th and final intersection upgrade on the project Crews switched on the lights as part of works on Berwick-Cranbourne Road to create greater access to the new facility once it opens later this year The project has delivered almost 10 kilometres of new lanes with motorists now able to enjoy seamless journeys with 2 lanes in each direction all the way from South Gippsland Highway to Heatherton Road following the 2023 completion of the Narre Warren North Road Upgrade Replacing roundabouts along Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road with traffic lights at intersections will ease congestion with sequenced traffic lights in the area to provide more reliable travel times for locals and easier access for emergency service vehicles travelling through the area The Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road Upgrade now features more than 9 kilometres of shared walking and cycling paths as well as safer crossing points at traffic lights providing a better connection to the nearby residents and educational institutions Casey RACE and the Cranbourne main street shopping area We’ve also built new service roads making it safer and easier to access Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road from local streets As we near completion of major works, this project, alongside the Hall Road Upgrade and recent upgrades to Thompsons Road and Western Port Highway will make it easier and safer for you to move around Cranbourne Until October 2024, there will be ad-hoc lane closures and speed reductions in place to complete minor work A perpetrator has been identified as one of the offenders for a home burglary at a Narre Warren address on 12 October with officials pleading for public assistance At approximately 8:45pm earlier this month two male offenders attended the victims’ address in Narre Warren where they forcibly gained entry at the rear of the property by smashing a window the offenders stole approximately $100,000 worth of watches Police believe that the man in these images may be able to assist with enquiries Anyone who is able to assist and provide information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at www.cromestoppersvic.com.au and quote the incident number 240407929 This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page The project team at the Webb Street, Narre Warren level crossing removal were joined by some budding gardeners in June Pupils from Oatlands Primary School visited the site to plant vegetation in the Narre Warren Station precinct shrubs and grasses will help create a vibrant new station The Webb Street level crossing was removed for good in December last year and a new Narre Warren Station opened in March improving safety on local roads and providing better access to public transport During the planting session the children were able to discuss the finer points of landscaping with LXRP’s expert landscaping team and each one was gifted a plant to take home as a memento of their day The vegetation within the Narre Warren Station precinct includes a diverse range of native plants and 300 trees that will ensure the new station precinct contributes positively to the suburb’s greenery Earlier this year work was completed on the new station buildings and additional lift access to both platforms Work has also finished on 672 upgraded car parks for commuters with 19 near misses between 2012 and its removal in December last year It was the 74th level crossing removed for good across Melbourne This includes making the Pakenham Line level crossing free by 2025 The Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road Upgrade is set to complete major works in August Originally scheduled for completion in mid-2025 the project has charged ahead with expanding this vital arterial road in Melbourne’s ever-growing South East The newly upgraded Camms Road/Rochester Parade intersection was opened on Monday 3 June and crews are set to reopen the Berwick-Cranbourne Road intersection in July the ninth and final upgraded intersection on the Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road Upgrade Works are also continuing to place the top layer of asphalt across the project and complete the new shared walking and cycling path there’ll be some lane closures and speed reductions in place at times while crews finish minor works including landscaping and turning on the new permanent streetlights With 33,000 vehicles using Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road each day this upgrade will improve traffic flow and travel times while reducing traffic pressure on surrounding roads and the South Gippsland Highway This project aims to make it easier and safer to travel in and around Cranbourne and the booming sporting and education precinct off Berwick-Cranbourne Road With more than nine kilometres of shared walking and cycling paths the project is also creating better access for everyone who uses the area and encouraging more walking and cycling throughout the suburb Cranbourne MP Pauline Richards said it was such a wonderful feeling to see the Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road Upgrade ahead of schedule and ready to complete major works in August “This project is already dramatically changing the way people navigate Cranbourne and surrounding suburbs as it provides easier less-congested travel to the Cranbourne main street local schools and the sporting precinct,” she said “We appreciate everyone’s patience as we got on with delivering this important project alongside many other fantastic upgrades for Cranbourne including Hall Road Cranbourne-Frankston Road and Western Port Highway.” please visit the Big Build website: https://bigbuild.vic.gov.au/projects/roads/narre-warren-cranbourne-road-upgrade This is probably not the page you’re looking for CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) The story of Narre Warren’s netball program simply cannot be told without the Mashado’s While Michelle has steered the ship from the sidelines as a long-time coach and administrator for the Magpies daughter Brittany has played an integral role on the courts as one of the driving forces behind the club’s sustained success and dominance in recent years On Saturday at Kalora Park against Mt Evelyn the bond between the instrumental family and the club was strengthened even further when Brittany took to the court in the black and white dress for the 300th time with Michelle proudly watching from the sidelines She became just the second player to do so at the club following in the footsteps of best friend and games record holder Kate Dowling in 2023 ensuring she will leave an indelible mark on the club when her playing days come to a close – whenever that may be Mashado was full of emotion and cried tears of joy as she made a heartfelt pregame speech for Dowling upon becoming the first Magpie to reach 300 games with Dowling front and centre to bask in her friend’s glory There were Mashado masks in the crowd and strong turnout of support on a stunning unseasonably warm late winter’s day to celebrate the reigning premiership captain’s incredible milestone with colleagues from the police force even making the trip for the blockbuster showdown with Mt Evelyn Hers is a career glittering with achievements and success boasting a CV to rival the best of the best Since beginning as a 14-year-old back in 2008 won five league best-and-fairest awards and seven club best-and-fairests while earning four Team of the Year selections and captaining the club along the way In 2023 she was awarded Life Membership at the club and in 2024 the A-Grade side appears in the box seat to win another premiership under her leadership can compare to the camaraderie and friendships built both on and off the court in the black white With her “one of a kind” mother cheering her every step of the way the club holds an incredibly special place in her heart “I wouldn’t picture myself playing at any other club,” she said “There’s so many family-oriented personnel around here “Families and volunteers are what make the club and what makes it enjoyable to come down to the ones that have hung around are now life-long best friends and it’s a place that I’d probably call my second home.” The unselfishness and team-first attitude was instilled in Mashado from a young age and reinforced back in 2011 when she won the first of her five premierships overcoming challenges every step of the way while embodying the spirit of the underdog showed just how grit determination and a team-first attitude can turn a group of friends and teammates into winners her career has gone from strength-to-strength along with her love for the club and what the game has brought her as members and club supporters gathered around the netball court for the formalities on Saturday her coach Erin Bell described her as a fierce competitor that personifies all the traits of a successful leader – hardworking Despite having won nearly everything there is to win as both a player and individual Mashado still views team success as the pinnacle of what can be achieved on the netball court “Obviously at the end of the day everyone’s goal is a premiership,” she said “If you go into a season without hoping for that end success then you’re not thinking of the right goal.” Playing two more games to finish the year before retiring with another premiership to her name in B-Grade last year Dowling’s club record of 302 games is well-within reach for Mashado could culminate on grand final day with premiership medal number six hanging around her neck C and D-Grade netball championships on the same day at then-Officer Recreation Reserve and repeated the feat last season at the very same venue History repeating itself for the third time would be the perfect way to celebrate and further cement Mashado’s legacy as one of the club’s all-time greats “I’m not one to compete on individual achievements,” she said “My netball will stop when I can’t play anymore one netball game at a time and when my netball time ends We use cookies and other technologies to understand and improve your browsing experience. By using our site, you agree to us collecting this information and to our Privacy Charter We'll contact you within 72 hours and may ask for this reference number Two students from Berry Street School are celebrating after successfully obtaining their driver’s licences with the support of RACV Drive School a significant milestone which will enable them to access opportunities such as education and employment Lachlan from Berry Street’s Ballarat campus and Justin from the Narre Warren campus are both proud probationary license holders after completing sponsored RACV Drive School lessons The partnership between RACV Drive School and Berry Street School has seen students like Lachlan and Justin gain access to experienced instructors to help them develop safe driving skills The collaboration is a key part of RACV’s ongoing commitment to supporting young drivers and promoting road safety across Victoria RACV Driver Education and Development Manager Silvia Morris said RACV Drive School is proud to have supported the students in achieving this important life skill “Learning to drive is a key step toward independence and opportunity and we are delighted to have assisted Lachlan and Justin in gaining their licences,” Ms Morris said “RACV Drive School is committed to empowering young drivers with the confidence and knowledge they need to stay safe on our roads.” Berry Street School Education Support & Work Experience Co-ordinator Jeremy Haigh praised the program’s impact on students highlighting the opportunities it creates for young people facing unique challenges gaining a driver’s licence is more than just learning to drive – it opens up new possibilities for employment “We are incredibly grateful to RACV Drive School for their generosity and commitment to supporting young people at Berry Street School.” RACV Drive School offers comprehensive driver education programs tailored to new drivers with a strong focus on safety and confidence behind the wheel For more information about RACV Drive School, visit the RACV webpage A pedestrian has been killed after a fatal collision on Belgrave-Hallam Road on Wednesday 15 January Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating the collision in Narre Warren North which occurred around 2:45pm after a dark grey Ford ute collided with a Mazda 3 This resulted in the ute subsequently crashing into a pedestrian killing the man whom detectives are still working on identifying The male driver of the ute was taken to hospital under police guard with non-life-threatening injuries taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and will be spoken to by police An investigation into the exact circumstances of the collision is still underway Anyone who witnessed the collision or with footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au