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THREE businesses have been issued Environment Protection Authority pollution abatement notices because their actions have the potential to contaminate Mordialloc creek. Staff from the EPA, Kingston Council and South East Water inspected 30 businesses last month after identifying they “had the potential to impact local stormwater systems through their use of heavy metals or hydrocarbons”. The blitz aimed to identify the source of pollution already found in the waterway. “It is important to note that these notices were not issued for causing pollution; they were issued as there was the potential for pollution of waterways identified at these sites,” the EPA’s south west manager Leigh Bryant said. Those notified were large industrial laundry company E Wash Australia Pty Ltd, car detailing business Glitz Car Detailing and metal treatment business Metalcote Pty Ltd. Mr Bryant said the notices required the businesses to place controls around wastewater management and chemical storage facilities. The metal treatment facility and industrial laundry require the provision of bunding for waste chemical and wastewater storage to prevent potential discharges that could arise from spills, leaks or accidents.

The notice to the car detailing business requires it to immediately stop discharging wastewater into stormwater. The company has since applied for connection to the sewer for trade waste under a South East Water trade waste agreement. “The aim of our inspection program was to educate businesses that use either heavy metal solutions or hydrocarbons in their production processes, and to help them better understand their environmental responsibilities,” Mr Bryant said. “Regular water testing in the downstream Mordialloc Creek showed elevated levels of zinc, copper and chromium, so the aim of the inspections was to target businesses that were known to use either heavy metal solutions or hydrocarbons in their production processes. “Given the potential impact on aquatic wildlife, EPA’s primary focus is to help prevent pollution of Mordialloc Creek and work with the City of Kingston and South East Water to increase local businesses’ understanding of their environmental responsibilities. “Failure to comply with PANs may result in a $7584 fine. EPA will be following up with all the businesses inspected to ensure concerns are being dealt with appropriately.” All 30 sites inspected will be provided with reports outlining findings and any follow up action required.

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Drink up: St Louis de Montfort School receives the Sustainability Award from James Merlino, pictured here with students Tyler Billing, Ashlinn Reilly and Jake Kovacs. Tyler initially wrote to Mr Merlino about the school’s Sustainability Precinct. There are feeding a Persian miniature sheep. Picture: Gary Sissons

School gets a gong for teaching sustainability from the ground up ST LOUIS de Montfort Primary School in Aspendale has received a 5 Star ResourceSmart Certification for its award-winning Sustainability Precinct. The award was presented this week by Education Minister James Merlino and Mordialloc MP Tim Richardson. The certification represents a big milestone on the school’s sustainability journey, and recognises the hard work of teachers, staff and students. The Sustainability Precinct features an outdoor kitchen, vegetable gardens, compost, worm farms, propagating house, wetlands, permaculture area, aquaponics, orchard and animal enclosures with chooks, ducks, geese,

rabbits, guinea pigs and birds. It was developed in 2013 and has since been recognised as one of the best school-based sustainability projects in Victoria, staff say. St Louis de Montfort won the Education Category of the 2014 Premier’s Sustainability Awards, while the precinct also received two awards in last year’s ResourceSmart Schools Awards. These were for water sustainability and for having the primary school teacher of the year: sustainability leader Julie Wynne. The precinct also took out last year’s Kevin Heinze Perpetual Award, which is a top honour in the Victorian Schools Garden Awards.

Mr Merlino described the sustainability precinct as a “wonderful example of a program that engages students with real-world experiences, allowing them to participate first-hand in sustainability”. “This one-of-a-kind facility provides students with an opportunity to gain a powerful understanding of sustainability from the ground up,” he said. Mr Richardson said the certification recognised the great work of the dedicated teachers and staff. “They’re giving kids a fantastic, hands-on understanding of sustainability and the environment.”

Visit Chelsea police, MP asks minister Steve Taylor steve@baysidenews.com.au MORDIALLOC Labor MP Tim Richardson has asked the Minister for Police to visit Chelsea Police Station “to hear from local police officers and get an update on some of the priorities in my local area”. This comes after the National Police Remembrance Day on 29 September, and also after the release of reports highlighting the mental health toll on police. Speaking in Parliament, Mr Richardson told the minister, Wade Noonan, that police do “an incredible job of protecting our community and keeping our local communities safe”. “Sometimes it is a thankless task, with officers placed in unpredictable and dangerous situations,” he said. “On many occasions they are present at the lowest point in people’s lives, whether it is the loss of a loved one or attendance at frequent family violence incidents.” He said reports told of the mental health toll on police over the past two decades and the need to provide more support services to the 13,000-strong force. “In addition to these challenges,

there is no doubt that the impact of family violence is widespread in our community, including in the City of Kingston. “Tragically, each and every week, a woman is killed by her current or former partner. We know that family violence is the leading contributor of death, injury and disability for Victorian women aged under 45 years.” Last year, more than 68,000 incidents of family violence were reported to Victoria Police, with many more going unreported. “As a community we should be ashamed of these terrible statistics and do all we can to support the work of the Royal Commission into Family Violence and various agencies, including our dedicated Victorian police force,” Mr Richardson said. “After all, on so many occasions it is the police who confront these horrors and are overwhelmed by trying to deal with these systemic challenges and protecting the most vulnerable: the women and children in our community. “I ask the Minister for Police to visit our local police station in Chelsea to get an update on these priorities and hear directly about the challenges facing Victoria Police.”

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Students have different career hopes but a common goal THREE Patterson River Secondary College students are all aspiring to reach high levels in the world of football – or, as it is better known in Australia – soccer. Brandon Smith, 17, is on track to become one of the youngest ALeague referees in the country. He has officiated at soccer matches since he was 11 years old. So far, the Year 12 student has overseen club matches, NPL, and even occasional Youth National League games – which are just one level below A-League. The only thing stopping him officiating in the top level is his age. “You have to be 18 to even be considered for an official position in A-League. I can’t wait to get to that magic number,” Smith said. Chelsea Ford, 14, has just been selected to play in the Victorian State Futsal Team. She is looking forward to playing in Sydney in January in a national championship. Patterson River’s Futsal competition is in its seventh year. It has built up over the years and this has given Ford – who is in Year 9 – a good foundation to apply her skills in a competitive environment. She is the only girl to compete in the boys’ competition and was voted by her peers as the most improved player in the competition. Mitchell Ball, 18, is a diehard soccer fanatic. He plays for Skye United Reserves and has managed young teams, including Under 8s, 10s and

Round ball futures: Brandon Smith, Chelsea Ford and Mitchell Ball. Picture: Yanni

12s. He is also the team manager for the Under 18s, along with being part of the club committee. The club has also given him the responsibility of starting a youth committee of which he is president. Ball, in Year 12, is going to the UK in January to see how top flight clubs manage teams and coaching. Great opportunities like this are hardly ever offered to students, so Ball is super excited to be part of it all. He will travel to the Lancashire region to work with the coaches of Premier League Club Stoke City, Burnley FC and Bolton. He is also involved in a partnership with Lancashire FA to learn the administration side of managing a soccer club. Nathan Peel, owner of Absolute Soccer, who played for

Burnley, managed to get Ball onto this great opportunity. Teacher Pravi Chandra, who has taken Ball under his wing, said: “He is an exceptional soccer player and his management skills are amazing. “Mitchell has coached and managed the senior boys’ soccer team for the past two years and he has managed to take them to within a goal of state finals both times. He has shown outstanding management skills and knows how to communicate well with the kids.” Achievements by the three students show that soccer is growing in this area and the school has done an exceptional job in encouraging them to not only chase their dreams, but to achieve them as well, school principal Janet Mitchell said.

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Bay watch: The whitebarred boxfish seems to be a ‘fish on the move. Recorded from Western Port to Dongarra, WA, it has only been sighted in Port Phillip in relatively recent times. It is one of the fish participants in the Great Victorian Fish Count will be asked to keep a look out for. Picture: Rick Stuart-Smith

Counting on rare, and common, fish WATCHING goldfish in a bowl can be restful or compared to waiting for grass to appear. But that won’t be the outcome for hundreds of divers and snorkelers in the water at Rye and Flinders this summer as part of the biggest citizen science event on Victoria’s marine calendar, the Great Victorian Fish Count. “The huge amount of enthusiasm volunteers have for the Great Victorian Fish Count reflects the deep knowledge and passion that exists in local communities for our marine life,” Caitlin Griffith from the Victorian National Parks Association said. “This enthusiasm makes it possible to contribute large amounts of real, usable data to marine managers and improves our understanding of Victoria’s waters.” Now in its 11th year, the fish count is organised by the VPNA, Parks Victoria, Museum Victoria, Coastcare Victoria, dive operators and

community groups. It will run from Saturday 21 November to Sunday 6 December. This year’s count is looking for “fish on the move”, and will focus on species that may be expanding their distribution and populations as a result of changes in the marine environment, such as ocean warming due to climate change. Fish counters will be asked to watch for wellknown fish as well as species that may be new or unusual to the area, logging unusual or rare sightings on the Redmap project (redmap.org. au). Redmap is a national citizen science project that records data and maps marine species that may be extending their range in Australia in response to changes in the marine environment. Registrations for the Great Victorian Fish Count are open to dive clubs and community groups. Details: fishcount.vnpa.org.au or call 9347 5188.

Sky’s the limit: Evocca College markets itself as a springboard for students to further their education and career. Picture: Gary Sissons

College’s marketing to students slammed Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au A COLLEGE with a campus in Frankston has been criticised over its marketing practices in a Senate inquiry into the funding and management of vocational education and training (VET) providers and by an education sector regulator. The Senate inquiry report released this month named Evocca College as one of several registered training organisations (RTOs) across Australia to face accusations of targeting vulnerable students with little or no chance of completing courses to boost enrolment numbers and hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of profits. Evocca denied the allegations in submissions to the inquiry. The inquiry found evidence of “rampant abuse” by privately owned RTOs and called on the federal government to immediately reviewing funding of courses and the imposition of minimum standards for students eligibility to protect “the most vulnerable members of the community, including the long-term unemployed or disadvantaged, migrants and people with disabilities”. Students receive federal VET FEEHELP funding, paid for by taxpayers, to pay colleges such as Evocca for training and courses. Students

do not have to repay fees to the federal government until they earn at least $50,000 per year. Queensland-based Evocca College, which has more than 40 campuses across the country including a campus at Balmoral St in Frankston, markets itself as an education pathway provider to further study at university. The college also offers courses to “upskill” career prospects. The Senate report revealed payments to Evocca, mostly stumped up by taxpayers via federal government VET FEE-HELP funding, soared from $1.83 million in 2011 to $131.25 million in 2014. A substantial amount of the money paid to RTOs such as Evocca is unlikely to ever be repaid, according to the Senate inquiry findings. The Senate committee recommended that “given the evidence of rampant abuse, accelerating costs, and doubling of bad debt the government launches an immediate review into the operation and regulation of VET FEE-HELP.” Colleges were slammed by the Senate committee for offering so-called “free” iPads and laptops to entice students to sign up for courses costing up to $20,000 per year. The Senate inquiry noted a former tutor with Evocca College “expressed her concerns about seeing this technique in practice in the college’s marketing, particularly as it focused on

people for whom a ‘free’ computer or tablet would be a significant drawcard”. “I found the approach taken to recruit and screen students inappropriate. Promotional stands were set up in shopping centres during business hours, with iPads being the main promotional tool to attract students. Disadvantaged, unemployed people appeared to be Evocca’s main target audience,” former tutor Julie Skinner told the inquiry. “I’m sure many people signed up because they were delighted to be getting a ‘free’ iPad when in fact they didn’t really understand they were signing up for a $20,000 iPad.” In a submission to the Senate committee, Evocca claimed Ms Skinner had raised no objections to the college’s marketing or teaching methods while an employee. “Evocca’s mindset is that of educational experience. All staff believe that if a student is capable and willing to study, there should be no barriers preventing them from gaining an education,” its counter submission stated. “The Evocca teaching model is based on doing everything we can to support students and ensure that they remain as engaged as possible, with a robust system in place for the ongoing management of students, including regular one-to-one catch ups with tutors, to ensure that these objectives are achieved.”

The Senate’s final report on VET providers was released on Friday 16 October and last week the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA), a federal government watchdog, released the findings of its audit on 21 private colleges after a jump in student complaints about VET FEE-HELP. The ASQA said just eight of the 21 education providers audited were fully compliant with VET FEE-HELP regulations. One company, Phoenix Institute, had its registration for VET FEE-HELP revoked and six providers will face “ongoing regulatory scrutiny”. Evocca was one of seven colleges “able to demonstrate full compliance with the relevant requirements at the conclusion of the audit”, the ASQA said. The ASQA chief commissioner Chris Robinson will work with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, consumer law agencies and the Department of Education and Training to monitor all RTOs’ compliance with VET FEE-HELP regulations. The audit by the ASQA found Evocca College had “non-compliance with the Standards regarding the RTO’s assessment system, the accuracy of its marketing, and its complaint and appeals policies and procedures”. “In response, the RTO provided rectification evidence of how it had

addressed these matters,” the ASQA report noted. Evocca has had conditions imposed on its operations and must now “retain enrolment and assessment records for 12 months” and “report data back to [the] ASQA on a regular basis”. Evocca College referred The News to a media statement previously released by CEO Craig White when questioned about the Senate report findings and the conditions imposed by the ASQA. “We look forward to continuing to provide ASQA with any information that it may request,” Mr White in the statement. “As an industry leader we fully support the various legislation and initiatives that have been and will be put in place that will assist in ensuring a quality regulated industry for students.” Evocca founder Robert Gordon stepped down as CEO in June following allegations about “unethical practices and low graduation rates” aired on ABC’s 7.30 Report. ABC reported Evocca had received more than $400 million in VET-FEE HELP funding nationally. Evocca did not reply before publication to questions about graduation rates at its Frankston campus and VETFEE HELP funding repayments by Frankston students.

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Rescuers awarded life-saving honours

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LIFE Saving Victoria on Wednesday recognised the efforts of two young men who dived into rough waters off Frankston pier to rescue two teenagers from drowning. The men â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Alby Ward, 19, of Seaford, and Jarrah Brown, 23, of Glen Waverley â&#x20AC;&#x201C; received Everyday Lifesaver Awards in recognition of their bravery. Seas were surging and temperatures plummeting after a cool change when the pair noticed a 15-year-old girl and an 18-yearold man struggling in the water, 2.45pm, Tuesday 6 October. Mr Brown said they immediately dived into the water and swam about 30 metres to reach the pair. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was a bit shocked and not really sure what to do,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We heard them calling for help about two-thirds of the way along from the start of the pier and about 30 metres out on the south side. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was very rough but we stripped off and dived in after them. I was trying to remember my Year 12 swimming training but instinct kicked in and we managed to get to them. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The girl was panicking a bit; she was struggling as she had taken in a lot of water. â&#x20AC;&#x153;[Alby] went to the guy and I went to the girl.â&#x20AC;? Mr Ward â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a New Zealander who moved to Seaford two months ago â&#x20AC;&#x201C; had been swimming off the pier and was packing up to go home when he realised the couple were in desperate trouble.

Caught napping A WOMAN found asleep in her car in Church Rd, Carrum, Thursday afternoon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with the engine running â&#x20AC;&#x201C; has been charged with drug possession, theft, handling stolen goods, and possessing the proceeds of crime. The 29-yearold, of Frankston, seemed confused when woken by police who searched the car, allegedly finding 15ml of the drug GHB, two syringes in a handbag, two new TVs, new bedding, computers, mobile phone accessories, car seat covers, stationery and shoes. Police say the woman could not provide an explanation for the goods nor produce proof of purchase. She was taken to Chelsea police station and bailed to appear at Frankston Magistratesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Court in February.

On the money trail POLICE are investigating a case of obtaining property by deception in which more than $12,000 was improperly withdrawn, in stages, from a womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Commonwealth Bank account. An amount of $1800 was withdrawn at the bankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nepean Hwy, Seaford, branch, on Tuesday 20 October, and an inquiry made about a loan. A further $500 was withdrawn from the bankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Frankston branch. Soon afterwards, the victim received a call from the bank seeking a suitable time to discuss the loan, but no mention was made of the withdrawals from her account. The next day, $4600 was withdrawn from the victimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s account at the bankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Oakleigh branch, incurring a $92 bank fee. Two days later, a further $5000, plus $100 fee, was withdrawn at the same branch. Kingston police are investigating.

Heroes honoured: Alby Ward, 19, of Seaford, and Jarrah Brown, 23, of Glen Waverley, with their Everyday Lifesaver Awards from Life Saving Victoria.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We jumped in as soon as we saw them and swam out,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I helped the guy and we pulled them towards shore.â&#x20AC;? Both were barely conscious. Wading in to assist, Frankstonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Senior Constable Peter Godsmark and Constable Sean Osburne took over the rescue. The man was not

breathing and had no pulse. They gave initial CPR until paramedics arrived soon afterwards. The couple were taken to Frankston hospital. The girl was released later that night but the manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s condition was said to be more serious. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If the boys had not acted and it

was left to emergency workers, I have little doubt the outcome for both would have been far more tragic,â&#x20AC;? he said. Both are expected to make full recoveries. Sergeant Rod Hayne, who attended the rescue, nominated the pair for the life-saving awards. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They took decisive action and may have prevented two lives being lost,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The police officers did a great job, too.â&#x20AC;? Graduate Ambulance Paramedic Ryan Bennett said the swimming conditions on the day were very difficult. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It would have taken a lot of courage for the boys to jump into the water to help the patients,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And, while we wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t advise anyone to put their own safety at risk, they certainly made a difference and were incredibly brave.â&#x20AC;? Life Saving Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lifesaving Operations manager Greg Scott said Jarrah and Albyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quick actions â&#x20AC;&#x153;no doubt helped save the lives of these two teenagersâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We encourage people to learn essential first aid and CPR, as well as swimming and surf survival skills, because you never know when you may need to use it to save a relative, friend or stranger,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This rescue is also an important reminder about checking beach conditions and assessing swimming ability before entering the water.â&#x20AC;? Stephen Taylor

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Mates enjoy a day on the bay MATES Day on the Bay participants on Sunday again enjoyed good weather, enthusiastic guests and volunteers and even a haul of some big, red snapper… Organisers Lynette and Trevor Hogan, who have hosted Mates Day from Launching Way on the Patterson River for the past 16 years, were thrilled that 60 boat owners arrived to take 150 guests and their carers out for a day’s fishing. They were assisted by about the same number of generous volunteers. “Rex Hunt was here, too,” she enthused, as well as Chelsea police with lights flashing and sirens blaring, Parks Victoria staff, and members of Hobsons Bay Fishing Club who helped out wherever they could. But a big thrill for participants was being able to go out on the big fishing charter boats The

Reel Thing and Off The Hook, which were all able to carry wheelchairs in comfort. “It was a great day and everyone enjoyed themselves,” said Ms Hogan, who praised the volunteers as “the backbone” of the community event. “We couldn’t do it without them,” she said. Started by David Kramer and the Futurefish Foundation in 1999, Mates Day on the Bay is an annual treat for disabled participants and carers as they take to the water to cast a line and maybe even catch a fish. Leaving Carrum boat ramp they return – hopefully with a bag of fish – for a barbecue put on by the Hobsons Bay volunteers at 1pm. “It was great this year that we had exactly the right number of boats to cater for all the guests,” Ms Hogan said. “No one missed out.”

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‘It’s Not On’ fun run sets a fast pace for change THE ‘It’s Not On’ Run for Change fun run/walk, Sunday, raised awareness of family violence in the community in support of the Luke Batty Foundation. It featured a 10km run around Bicentennial Park, Chelsea, and a 10km or 5km walk, with funds raised going to the Luke Batty Foundation and Impact for Women. The run was organised by Holmesglen Vocational College students, alongside the Victorian Police Task Force Alexis and Rosie Batty, who have all been working to raise awareness of family violence. “Their campaign aims to teach local primary and secondary students and members of sporting clubs what family violence is, where they can go for help, and how they can sup-

port victims,” vocational teacher Linda Dennison said. The Luke Batty Foundation was established in February 2014 after Luke Batty was killed by his father at cricket practice. The aim of the foundation is to raise funds to support women and children affected by the trauma of family violence. “Teenagers of today do not feel a sense of connection to the community,” Ms Dennison said. “They are disillusioned with the amount of bullying and violence in society. “This project enables students to work alongside the community, while leading the way to change, rather than just talking about the issues.” About 400 competitors ran for more than $5000 in vouchers do-

nated by Safeway, Bunnings, Westfield, local police and Sandhurst golf club. They were assisted by crews from the Hastings, Sorrento, Chelsea and St Kilda SES and Rotary who cooked egg-and-bacon rolls for breakfast. A highlight for many was being “piped-in” to the fun run by the Victoria Police Pipes and Drums corps.

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Message in a bottle finds way home Compiled by Melissa Walsh MESSRS A. Scott and Co. will hold their usual monthly sale at Tanti on Monday, when there will be a good muster of cattle, etc., as advertised. *** OWING to Tuesday next, November 2 (Cup Day), being proclaimed a public holiday there will only be the one delivery of letters—in the morning—at Frankston Post Office. There will also be only the morning despatch of mails. *** THE monthly meeting of the Frankston and Hastings Shire Council will be held at Somerville on Thursday next, at which tenders will be received for a number of works which are advertised in an other column. *** WE are pleased to note that Captain Sherlock has so far recovered from the severe injuries received by him while in camp at Seymour, that he has now left the hospital and is allowed to return to his home at Frankston. *** AT St Paul’s Church, Frankston, last Sunday, the whole of the collections were in aid of the Hospital Fund. The amount received (£4 6s 6d), was very gratifying — being more than has been given even at most prosperous times. *** THE preacher at St Paul’s Church Frankston, tomorrow (Sunday) night, will be Rev A. J. Thompson of Tyabb and Somerville. Rev G. A. Kitchen will be preaching at Tyabb, in connec-

tion with the Church Festival. *** ATTENTION is drawn to Messrs Brody and Mason’s advertisement in another column, of an extensive clearing sale of household furniture and sundries, which takes place today (Saturday) at their mart, Bay street, Frankston, where the goods have been brought from Oakleigh and district for convenience of sale. The sale is a large and miscellaneous one, and will commence at 2 o’clock punctually. *** THE Langwarrin Tennis Club has just completed another tournament for a prize donated by the club, the victor being Mr C. Ludwig. This is the second tournament this year. The previous one fell to Mr H. Carrs, the trophy being a very fine racket and press, the gift of the president of the club, Mr W. Williams, of Rupertstan. The arrangements were well carried out by the hon. sec., Miss Kelso. It is proposed to have an afternoon party today at the court when the trophy will be presented to Mr Ludwig. Arrangements are in progress for a return match with Clyde at an early date. *** AN interesting lecturette will be given in the Somerville Agricultural Hall on Friday evening next entitled, “The Errors and Graces of Speech,” “Literature and the War,” by Mr Robert Jones, Principal of the Individual Tuition College, Melbourne, the funds to be given to the Somerville Red Cross Society. Mr Jones is giving his services free of

expense to the society. From the title of the lecture it should prove intellectual and humorous, and those attending besides benefiting a worthy object will enjoy a pleasant and profitable evening. *** AN interesting lecture was delivered in the Frankston Mechanics’ Hall on Thursday evening, by Professor Mudd, on behalf of the Methodist Home Mission Fund. The title of the lecture was “ Will we win this war”. The chair was occupied by Professor Adams, of Ormond College, and there was a good attendance, who were kept thoroughly interested for upwards of two hours. The lecturer was quite convinced that victory would eventually be won by the Allies, and based his belief on the superiority of the British both in numbers and valor, and also quoting ancient history in proof of his argument that might never yet overcome right, and that the Kaiser and his following would eventually have to bow to the inevitable. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the Professor on the conclusion of the lecture. *** THE annual installation and investiture of officers of the New Frankston Lodge, No 217, took place on Friday last in the Lodge Room. The ceremony was performed by grand lodge officers. There was also a good attendance of members from sister lodges. The following officers were duly in stalled:—W.M. Bro W. P. Mason;

I.P.M. Wor Bro G. May; S.M. Bro J. A. Benson; J.W. Bro W. Armstrong; Treasurer, Bro. F. G. Plummer; Secretary, Bro, Mark Brody; DC., Wor. Bro. W. H. Schultz; Almoner, Wor. Bro. T. S. Robinson; S.D., Bro. W. M. Hanton; J.D., Bro F. G. Hanton ; Inner Guard. Bro E M. M’Comb; Tyler, Wor Bro T. Nichols; Stewards, Bros C. E. Wood, W. M. Billings and S. B. Fletcher. At the conclusion of the business the brethren were invited to a banquet, at which the usual masonic toasts were duly honored and responded to. A good programme of songs and recitations was rendered during the evening, and a most enjoyable time was spent. *** WHILE walking along the beach, near the Mile Bridge, Frankston, a few days ago, Mr J. Reynolds picked up a sealed bottle, and on opening it found a sheet of paper with the following writing on it :—”Private Westaback.— Received bottle of wine, saved six lives. Return bottle to owner, Mrs. O. Windley, Empire Theatre, Coventry street, South Melbourne—Love to Ethel— G. O Downing, S. Warwick, D. Mc’Cormick.” Mr Reynolds followed out the instructions and forwarded the note to address named, and received the following letter in reply.—”Empire Theatre, Coventry St, South Melbourne.—Dear Sir.— Just a line to let you know we received the note you found in the bottle. It was thrown off the transport — last Monday week by my husband. I

sent him a parcel just before the boat sailed, and the bottle of wine was in it. I suppose they thought there might be a chance of someone finding it, I was very pleased to get it. The lady it was addressed to was his sister, and she gave it to me. The names of the men on the back were his mates, I expect he put them there to let us know who had it. Thanking you for your kindness. I remain yours.—E. Westerbeck.” *** IN response to the appeal from Gallipoli for Sugar Bags, the Frankston branch will receive and forward to the Melbourne Town Hall any bags that are available from this district. They may be left at the Mechanics’ every second Wednesday (November 10th, November 24th, and December 8th) or with any member of the Committee. The size required is the 70lb bag, and it is requested that if possible each should be patched, and that a tape should be sewn at one side about quarter distance from the top. The third installment of articles, sent away from the Frankston branch to the Central Depot, Federal Government house, on the 13th October consisted of five cases containing:—22 flannel shirts, 10 cotton shirts, 4 cotton pyjama suits 3 flannelette pyjama suits, 70 pr socks, 9 surgeon’s gowns 12 pillow-slips, 12 hospital bags 6 hospital bags, 6 face washers, 3 helmets, 3prs mittens, 3 prs slippers, 1 kid-lined vest, 1 drawsheet, 80 bandages. From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 30 October, 1915

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of bovine genitals. I am not the kind of person who feels comfortable walking into a shop, slapping my hand down on the counter and then demanding, in a loud and clear voice, to be directed to the supply of

bull junk. Rather, this is a delicate task that requires the upmost of discretion. The trouble with an item like this is that, for reasons of general politeness, it’s destined to be called something other than what it is. But, try as we might, we couldn’t identify anything that might be some poor creature’s family jewels. Despite our best efforts, we had to ask for help. The weird thing about pet stores is that it’s kind of like Dr. Frankenstein’s laboratory, with ears and snouts and other assorted bits of anatomy available for purchase. Inevitably, those working at the pet store were all young and female, which added substantially to the general level of creepiness involved. Rather than flat-out ask, I decided to embark on a far more subtle form of interrogation. I started by asking whether the store could recommend something for a dog to chew. A mere three hours later, an exhausted shop assistant introduced Jake and I to something called ‘the bully stick’. Gently, I enquired as to the ingredients, whereupon the sales assistant turned a deep shade of puce before admitting that a ‘bully stick’ was, in fact, the former family jewels of a certain quadruped. Glory be, our epic search was over! Better yet, we had managed to track down the elusive ‘bully stick’ without having to ask for its contents by name. However, much of our good work was undone when, upon hearing that a bully stick was, indeed, bull genitals, my nephew and I responded by punching the sky and high-fiving. ‘I’ll take two!’ I cried, before demanding that they be

gift-wrapped. Our living room has been transformed. Aside from the occasional bully stick, there are weird soft toys everywhere. I have named them all. There’s ‘Captain Octopus’, ‘Super Duck’ and ‘Justin Beaver’ and some blue thing that I can’t quite identify as being anything in particular and which I may end up calling ‘Le Freak’. Then there are all kinds of chew toys, ‘Kongs’ (which are kind of like canine Pez dispensers), ropes and tug toys. Whereas once our house neat and pristine, with cushions artfully positioned beside books and magazines, it now looks like a dog’s treasure chest has recently exploded. Training continues apace. So far, we have mastered ‘sit’, ‘stay’ and ‘rollover’. Now we just need to teach these things to the dog and we’ll be set. Granted, there have been some unfortunate incidents of which I do not wish to say too much, save that it has completely transformed my relationship to urine. Whilst she’s learning quickly, I beginning to suspect that I’ve been too ambitious. Granted, it’s still early days. But at this stage my plans to teach Fozzie how to dive a manual aren’t looking too flash. I’m not sure if I was mentally unready or whether it’s not really possible to prepare for a change of this magnitude. Soon, though, what is novel will become routine. What now feels like upheaval will simply be a part of everyday life. So be it. It’s funny that something so small and furry should teach us exactly that. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

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THE BASICS: THIS COULD BE THE LAST TIME By Neil Walker GOTYE has gone back to The Basics and the band is dropping in on Mornington as part of their national tour in support of their latest The Age of Entitlement album. Guitarist Tim Heath says The Basics drummer Wally De Backer, known as the solo artist Gotye, is heading back to Australia from the US where he is recording the follow-up to his commercially successful Making Mirrors album which spawned the global smash Somebody That I Used To Know. Heath says November’s Mornington gig, the last in the tour, will be “pretty energetic and perhaps emotional” amid hints The Basics may call it a day. Although if the band does break up permanently it will not be due to any jealousy or bitchiness over De Backer’s success as Gotye. Far from being somebody that Gotye’s longterm bandmates used to know, Heath joked De Backer’s modesty and ability to remain unfazed by commercial success means The Basics, who have been together since 2004, are able to work together again without any egomania dominating proceedings. Heath admits though that he, De Backer and bassist Kris Schroeder now play shorter tours when they hit the road. “I think we really enjoy playing together and in the last few years we’ve sort of done it sporadically and the tours have been shorter because the older you get the harder it is to go on the road. You get tired and grumpy more easily so we’ve sort of made them shorter so our tempers don’t flare as much.” Gotye’s global success hasn’t put a downer on The Basics. Heath admits it was “surreal” but “fantastic” to see and hear Somebody That I Used To Know, featuring Kimbra, suddenly take off across the world. “We had a three-year hiatus and in that time

I was in France, Spain and Portugal and that was when the song really went big. I’d hear it on every radio station in those countries. “Wally never really talks himself up and I don’t think he sees certain achievements that others would so highly. When he got nominated for a Grammy I was on the phone to him that day and having a regular chat. I didn’t know about it and he didn’t even mention it.” As for The Basics the latest tour comes in the wake of the release of the band’s eighth album called The Age of Entitlement, a phrase used by the now departed Australian Treasurer Joe Hockey who described the country as “a nation of lifters, not leaners” when he delivered his controversial 2014 budget which many regarded as unfair on poorer Australians. It’s a departure from The Basics’ indie-pop rock roots and sees the band addressing the state and shame of the nation as they see it. Schroeder wrote most of the songs for The Age of Entitlement album before The Basics headed off to the UK to record the tracks at the Abbey Road Studios in London, made famous by The Beatles who often recorded there and named their 1969 Abbey Road album in its honour. “Kris came back with some songs that were political and Wally and I looked at each other and went ‘this is a bit different’ but I think we all agreed that the sentiment was something we all shared and agreed on,” Heath said. “The songs seemed to me not so much political but more social. A comment about culture and a part of the Australian psyche that was becoming complacent, complaining about things but not doing a lot about it.” The opening lines from album opener Whatever Happened to the Working Class? leaves listeners in no doubt about who The Basics

mostly blame for Australia’s cultural malaise: ‘Whatever happened to the working class?/ We’ve got politicians sitting on their arse/ Whittling away at the few rights that we’ve got left/I was listening to the radio and how big business stole the show and I wonder ‘who’s there to stop them now?’’. The not so great Australian public are also condemned for their indifference to politics in the album’s lyrics. Heath notes: “I think most Australians are very lucky to be able to live relatively comfortably and it’s quite easy to forget we’re quite safe in our houses compared to most people in the world and that things like big-screen televisions and swimming pools start to take up most of what’s been discussed or thought about by a certain section of the community.” The Basics themselves decided to “have a go” at politics to show complacency enables politicians to often fail to represent their community’s best interests. The Basics Rock’n’Roll Party registered to contest an Upper House seat at last year’s Victorian election. Heath says winning a seat was always a long shot but the party’s formation “was a way to show people could go out and become a politician and try to change things rather than just sit on the couch and complain about it”. “It started off as an idea to show people who are generally pissed off with the state of Australian politics who feel disempowered somewhat that anyone can start a political party. All you need is members and then you’re on the ballot paper. We hoped that people would see that and think they may give it a go next time. So it’ll be interesting to see if it had any effect.” Recording The Age of Entitlement was a dream come true for The Basics since the trio

are big fans of The Beatles, Heath said. “The first time we walked in it was pretty amazing. I was pretty speechless because everything is quite original but it’s also a working studio. “You’re walking down the corridors and there’s old tape machines that have been used since the ‘40s and ‘50s and of course Studio Two where The Beatles recorded still looks the same so you look at photos of them and then you walk in there and it’s amazing. “All the microphones are still there. For one take we did the engineer called for ‘the John Lennon microphone’. It’s really cool and neat they haven’t sold it or auctioned it off to a museum or something.” “I recorded a couple of tracks on a piano they recorded A Day in the Life on ... just to sit there ... is kind of surreal.” As hinted earlier, The Basics future days in the life are clouded but, if the Mornington gig is the end of the road forever for the band, Heath reckons The Age of Entitlement is as good a way as any to go out raging against the dying of the light (on the hill). Not many bands speak out about how politics shapes culture now after protest music peaked in the 1970s and early 1980s. “It may be one of the last records we make, I’m not sure,” Heath said. “Maybe we thought it is time to maybe make a comment on Australian society. I think sometimes it is important for artists to make people think politically and socially ... and show a different perspective on the world.” The Basics play The Grand Hotel, 124 Main Street Mornington on Sunday 1 November, doors open 7pm. Tickets $25. See moshtix. com.au or call The Grand Hotel on 03 5975 2001.

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Baxter rocket up to fourth PROVINCIAL By IT Gully BAXTER rocketed from the bottom of the MPCA Provincial ladder to the top four on Saturday after a demolition on Rye that resulted in an outright win. After scoring a very modest 205 with just three batsmen making double figures, the Baxter bowlers then went to work and knocked over 18 wickets on the second day. Rye resumed at 2/12 on Saturday and added just six runs before the wickets started to tumble again. Andrew Hitchener (17) and Dean Collins (12) were the only Demons to get into double figures. Rye was dismissed the first time

around in the 30th over for just 48. Chamika Sattambi took 6/17 off 10.3 overs and Dale Irving helped himself to 3/21. Rye faired a little better in the second innings, however, it didn’t stop them from being rolled for 88. Hitchener again top scored with 21. Ben Matters was the pick of the bowlers for Baxter in the second innings, picking-up 4/30, while Irving took 3/38 off 11. Mornington got its season back on track after beating Moorooduc in a close one. Defending 177, Mornington had the Ducs in some early strife at the conclusion of day one at 3/30 with Luke Popov claiming 2/12. However, Leigh Lambert (37) and

Michael Whincup (37) offered some resistance in the middle order and took the score past 100 for the loss of just four wickets. The Ducs then lost 4/17 and the Doggies were back in command. Sam Adams (14) and Ross Cordeux (10) gave the home side a sniff late in the game and got the score to 164 before Jack Heseltine picked-up his second wicket and handed Mornington the 12 points. Sorrento cruised to an eight-wicket victory over Langwarrin at Shark Park. Chasing 238, Sorrento cruised past the target with the loss of just two wickets. Nick Jewell was not out 84 at the conclusion of the 67th over when

Sorrento past the total, while Jedd Falck was not out at the other end on 65. Earlier, opener Kane Gordon scored 52 and put-on a 52-run opening partnership with Corey Harris (22). Somerville’s Matty Roach was named the RPP player of the match after he picked-up 4/44 to help his side to a comfortable 79-run win against Mt Eliza. The Eagles started well and had the Redlegs 2/10 before Justin Grant (54) come to the crease. However, other than Matthew Travena, who scored 39, the Redlegs were never in the contest. While Roach claimed four wickets, Jack Kennedy snared 3/54 and Russell Wilkes 3/23.

Peninsula Old Boys made light work of Crib Point, winning by almost 200 runs. Defending 8/301, the Old Boys worked the Magpies over and rolled them in the 56th over for just 108. Rob Hearn top scored for the Pies with 30. Long Island had no problems defending its 9/263 against Pines. Pines was bowled out for 188 in the 69th over, thanks largely to 30 runs each from number nine and 10 batsmen Nick Wilcox and Rick Anstiss. Earlier in the day, Craig Entwhistle top scored with 73 for Pines. Scott Phillips was dominant for the Islanders with 6/67 from 25 overs, while Jake Middleton and Andrew Tweddle claimed two wickets each.

Panthers set the early pace DISTRICT By IT Gully RED HILL, Seaford, Pearcedale and Baden Powell hold the top four positions on the MPCA District ladder after just two rounds. Pearcedale could be considered the surprise packet of the quartet, given the Panthers are the new kids on the block in District ranks. However, when you pull-in a recruit such as Shane Maggs, who has been playing District cricket for more than 10 years, your fortunes are going to change considerably. On Saturday, Maggs snared 3/12 and 4/49 as Pearcedale destroyed Boneo. Defending a whopping 288, the Panthers then rolled the Pandas for 72 with Maggs taking three and Kane Smith (3/18) and Shayne Gillings (2/10) also getting in on the act. The home side was forced to put the pads on again and have a second crack. They faired better but still lost 6/99 before the game was called to a close. Cam Williams scored an unbeaten 42 in the second innings to save Boneo from an embaressing outright defeat. Red Hill resumed at 4/44 against Carrum, chasing 152. The game was in the balance at the beginning of day two. However, by the end of the day’s play, the Hillmen had against flexed their collective muscles and made an opposition look second rate. The visitors amassed 8/299 with Matt Merifield belting 132 before being run out. Skipper Simon Dart helped himself to 84 and Luke Toy scored 25. Red Hill batted for 86 overs. Jeremy Graves had 3/16 overnight for the Lions and finished with 3/52. Baden Powell made light work of Seaford Tigers, scoring 9/236 in reply to the Tigers 126. Resuming at 1/89, the Braves were just 38 runs away from victory with

nine wickets in hand when play on day two resumed. The Braves lost their second wicket with the score on 115 and by the time the third wicket fell, they had won the game. Opener Tom Wood top scored for the Braves with 84, while Ryan Barnett scored an unbeaten 50. Matty Meagher picked-up 4/66 to be the best of the Tigers’ bowlers, while Corey Hand snared 3/55. Seaford kept the pressure on Main Ridge in their contest on day two to win by 36 runs. Resuming at 3/41, chasing Seaford’s 201, the Ridge looked good early with Gareth Wyatt (67) and Billy Sakalis (55) taking the score to 128 without loss. However, 3/128 quickly became 6/142 and the Ridge were in a world of pain. Paul Hartle was the pick of the bowlers with 4/42, while Tiron Fernando claimed 3/37 on debut. An ‘oh so close’ century to Nick Christides (99) guided Delacombe Park to a strong win against Mt Martha. Joel Malcolm was also solid for the Parkers with 46 to help them to 223, chasing 188 for victory. Kyle Bendle was the pick of the Mt Martha bowlers with 6/46.

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Hoppers on top SUB-DISTRICT By IT Gully DROMANA is in a very unfamiliar position after two rounds of the MPCA Sub District season – on top of the ladder. The Hoppers made light work of Hastings on Saturday, rolling the visitings for just 102. Recruit Aaron Kaddatz once again proved he is going to destroy this competition after claiming 5/21, while Jeff Bluhm bowled 18 overs and snared 4/41. Nathan Hunt top scored for the Blues with 32, while skipper Timmy Birch did all that he could with an unbeaten 28. Tootgarook went for the outright win against Tyabb, falling six wickets short. The Yabbies made just 106 in their first innings before the Frogs came out and blasted 55 in the final 16 overs of the day on day one. The home side came out swinging on the second day too, racing to 1/208 in 42 overs before declaring. The Frenchman got the job done for the Frogs, Rob scoring 82 and Travis 63. Tootgarook used nine bowlers in the second innings to try and get the 10 wickets required for the outright. James Holland-Burch prevented them from doing so with an unbeaten 45, while recruit Michael Edwards scored 39. Matt Whelan took 2/11 after snaring five wickets in the first innings. Ballam Park got the job done against Carrum Downs in a tight one, winning by just 11 runs. Chasing 199 for victory, the Knights got there with one wicket in hand. At one stage the Knights were 8/179.

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