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Summer of fun at Mornington

MORNINGTON Racecourse plays host to a number of summer race days, offering patrons the chance to experience everything from a quiet weekday in the sun on the lawns or a busy family Saturday outing.

You can avoid the Christmas family feud by taking the relatives out for some space and sporting fun at the Memorial Race Day on December 28. A day that pays tribute to Melbourne’s legendary broadcaster and Sport Australia Hall of Famer, Ron Casey, best known as the host of Channel 7’s sofa show World of Sport.

If you’re struggling to entertain the little ones over the festive period then let them loose on New Year’s Day at the Clip Clop Club Kids Day. There’s hours of fun to be had with activities from 12pm to 5pm including a mini ferris wheel, jumping castle and zorb ball challenge, pony rides and face painting. For all the fashionable children looking to start their modeling careers early there’s the Fashions of the Field with categories for kids 2 – 5 years, 6 – 9 years and 10 – 13 years with girls and boys winners in each.

PENINSULA’S BIG WEEKEND

TICKETS are on sale for the biggest weekend on the Peninsula. For the first time ever, one of the richest non-metropolitan race days in Australia will be held on a Saturday as Sportingbet Mornington Cup Day has moved from its usual mid-week spot to Saturday 28 March and will

be followed by the most extensive food, wine and music gathering for a special Sunday session.

Mornington Cup Day is the Peninsula’s biggest race day offering spectators the opportunity to witness the nation’s most valuable country cup, featuring top class stayers looking for

a golden ticket into the Caulfield Cup. Patrons are spoilt for choice when it comes to stylish hospitality; from the Beehive Marquee overlooking Fashions on the Field, complete with a sit down lunch and pamper station, to the premier marquee on the home turn serving Pommery French Cham-

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Kopparberg will host the Young Members’ Marquee for the first time, if you’re 18-40 and want to attend the best race day party on the Peninsula sign up as a Young Member today.

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Celebrate at the Frankston Waterfront Festival 2015 THIS January, make your way to Frankston’s iconic waterfront and discover why Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula is a must-see destination for visitors year round.

A summer favourite on the Mornington Peninsula, the annual Frankston Waterfront Festival promises locals and visitors a weekend of live music, free activities, market stalls, great food and wine and plenty more.

Start your weekend at the water’s edge and try something new. Have a go at canoeing, sailing, out-rigging and snorkelling. Children can join our quirky fun-loving mermaidens, Nerissa and Aradia, as they swim, dive and glide through the waves.

On both days of the Festival the team from Peninsula Stand Up Paddle will be hosting the Frankston SUP Festival. See experts compete and anyone can get in and have a go, learn some tips or try this fantastic sport for the first time.

The Live ‘n’ Local main stage will have you up and dancing with two days of jazz, funk, indie, pop and rock music. Stellarcaster, Gossamer Pride, Ripple Effect, Heidi Louise Luckhurst Trio, Andy Phillips and the Cadillac Walk are among those set to take the stage over the festival weekend.

On Saturday night the Rolling

Stones Tribute Band will play you into the awesome fireworks display over Port Phillip Bay. While you’re settling in for the weekend, make sure to discover some of the Mornington Peninsula’s best boutique beer, wine and cider in the Beer and Wine Garden. Celebrate with the makers from Mornington Brewery, T’Gallant Winemakers and Cheeky Rascal Cider while you enjoy the weekend’s entertainment. When it is time to refuel, make your way to the festival food court to indulge in a range of delicious gourmet food from across the region including dumplings, meatballs, barbecue corn, wraps, sweet and savoury danishes, icecream and quality coffee.

In the Taste, See and Explore Market Place, discover locally and hand-made ladies and children’s fashion and accessories, jewellery, homewares, gourmet treats and local produce. Visit the Peninsula Arts Society and Friends art exhibition at the Frankston Mechanics Institute and peruse a range of arts and crafts on display and for sale.

The Frankston Waterfront Festival runs from 11am to 10pm on Saturday 17 January, and from 11am to 6pm on Sunday January 18, and is located at Pier Promenade, Frankston.

For more information visit frankston.vic.gov.au or phone 1300 322 322.

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Mahalia brings her soul to Mornington

By Melissa Walsh THE last time Mahalia Barnes visited the peninsula she was doing support gigs for her famous dad, Jimmy, but she can’t wait to get back here in January to perform at the Mornington Australia Day concert.

The headline act for the concert in Mornington Park, Mahalia and the Soul mates will perform just prior to the fireworks.

“I have done mostly support gigs down here but been down here a fair bit with my dad over the years. It’s been a few years since I’ve been here and I’m really looking forward to it,” says Mahalia, who has been touring with her dad celebrating his 30-year solo career.

“I was always going to get into the industry and would have started earlier if I could,” says Mahalia, who began as a backup singer for her dad at 15.

“It started when I was old enough to be coming away on the weekends, but I always loved singing and was lucky to be given the opportunity.

It still blows me away how at every gig my dad still gives it everything he’s got. I’m lucky enough to be able to work with him and he gives me something to aspire to.”

Mahalia says her famous family are all still very close.

“We are all doing music and we share a lot together. This Christmas we will have about 60 to 70 there so it’s a big family occasion,” says Mahalia, who is just wrapping up her last week of shows before the new

year. “I will get time off over Christmas but love making music.”

Being married to musician Ben Rodgers, the musical tradition is being carried on with their five year old daughter, Ruby, already showing an interest in performing.

“She is so musical, we did a show the other day in Nagambie and she was there with us. One minute she was sitting at the side of the stage and next thing I know was standing

there with a microphone and sang a song. She sings all the time and dances and just loves music,” says the proud mum.

“We’ve always tried to have her with us but as she has started school this has been the first year we couldn’t tour with her. She loves being around the music and the shows but she loves school as well so were lucky enough to have a big family and have friends who help us. I still

miss her so much when we are away though.”

Mahalia is as natural with motherhood as she is with the way she lives her life.

“It is the best thing in the world.

I love being a parent and she’s an amazing girl, giving me inspiration.

Being her mum has made me want to be better.”

One of the most publicised transformations Mahalia has gone through since having her daughter was her weight loss success and her journey with Weight Watchers.

“I was the ambassador for the Weight Watchers brand from October 2012, and dropped 30 kgs. I am still maintaining my goal weight. It’s not like gong on a diet. I feel like I learnt a whole new way to eat and to cook and to live. I think I have more options with my cooking and give it more thought now. I loved that the program is so flexible. You don’t have to eat the same thing every day,” says the self confessed foodie.

Mahalia and the Soul mates will play a mixture of songs from the new album that will be released in February, to old faves, rock and roll and blues.

“We decided on our set list when we are in the moment. It is a very organic process for us,” she says.

“We have all worked together for many years now, and these are truly the most amazing musicians.”

For Mahalia, even though she has grown up surrounded by music it is still surreal that she gets to sing for

a living.

“I feel so lucky even after 17 years as a professional singer that I am able to do this,” she says. “It is important to do what you love and I know that makes me a better mum as well, and able to give my child more.”

As for Mahalia’s sojourn onto The Voice Australia 2012, she says it was a wonderful experience.

“I was asked to audition and liked the concept that they wouldn’t know who I was. It was a great opportunity to sing and be judged on my sound, not on being Jimmy Barnes’s daughter,” she says. “I had a lot of great friends involved and I am very grateful to have had the opportunity.

I was blown away by the support from the public as well.”

For all those looking to have a career in the music industry, Mahalia has this to say: “It’s a really tough industry but it is the best job if you are doing what you love. Be prepared to work really hard and don’t do it for fame.

Do it because it is your passion and remember why you started. No matter how many people you are playing too, whether it is an audience of 30 or a huge crowd, always do your best job, give it everything and you will be satisfied with your work.”

Solid advice from a woman who has been given the best start in life, following in the footsteps, and possibly philosophy, of her famous rocker father, Jimmy Barnes.

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Experience Sunset from the bay aboard Searoad Ferries!

If you’ve ever dreamed of sailing off into the sunset then now’s your chance! Searoad Ferries has just released its Summer Sunset Sailings dates for the 2014/2015 season, with departures from Sorrento and Queenscliff.

tasting platter filled with some of the finest meats, cheeses and produce from the Peninsula, a complimentary drink on arrival, tea and coffee, and live music from The Jazz Connection.

Drinks can be purchased at bar prices throughout the night.

Taking place on Saturday the 3rd and 10th of January 2015, the Sunset Sailings are the perfect way to relax, unwind and enjoy some down time with family and friends. If you’ve been impressed by the views from the ferry during the day, then you will love the way the Bay and Peninsulas light up at night!

All of Searoad’s onboard facilities are available for passengers to enjoy, including the comfortable lounges, full length windows for maximum viewing, external viewing decks and outdoor seating, onboard café and children’s play area.

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If you’re departing from Sorrento, why not make a day of it and take in the sights of the Mornington Peninsula onboard the Peninsula Explorer sightseeing bus? Taking in 18 stops and including audio commentary, the Peninsula Explorer is

the most convenient and efficient way to explore the region.

If you’re on the other side of the Bay, spend the day taking in the historic sights of Queenscliff, visit the significant Fort of Queenscliff, be inspired in one of the contemporary art galleries or enjoy some boutique shopping.

From Sorrento, the Sunset Sailings depart at 7.45pm and return at 9.45pm and cost $55 per person or $35 for children under 15. From Queenscliff, sailings depart at 7.00pm and return at 10.30pm, with tickets costing $65 per person for adults and $35 for children under 15.

To book visit www.searoad.com.au or call 5258 3244.

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Picnic set to become peninsula icon TICKETS are now on sale for The Peninsula Picnic on March 29, the most extensive food, wine and music gathering ever created on the Mornington Peninsula, showcasing the very best local chefs, resident restaurants, expert vignerons and vineyards.

Picnickers will discover the hidden gems from the region’s leading producers, growers, orchardists and gourmet storeowners set to the serene soundtrack of some of Australia’s finest live music acts.

The Mornington Peninsula has recently been named in National Geographic’s annual Best Trips of the World 2015 List and The Peninsula Picnic offers a perfect opportunity to visit for one unique day in the leafy surrounds of Mornington Racecourse.

Australia’s top chefs will provide picnickers with tastes from wineries and foraging expeditions, curating a feast of locally sourced produce and decadent wines to be enjoyed while lounging on picnic rugs with family and friends.

Leading the culinary line up is Melbourne Racing Club’s consultant chef, Ian Curley, also the owner of Kirk’s Wine bar and executive chef at the European. Ian will feature alongside his good friend Craig Gorton, head chef at the National Golf Course. The world-renowned delights of Terre will be exhibiting their unusual and eclectic recipes that include indigenous produce and seasonal ingredients.

Montalto will offer a unique taste of two coasts, inspired by regional

France, but anchored in the fresh harvests of South Victoria’s vineyards and olive groves.

Picnickers can indulge their culinary senses throughout the day with a memorable experience created by the executive chef from the Terminus at Flinders Hotel, Pierre Khodja. Pope Joan’s chef, Matt Wilkinson, will be cooking with the best seasonal and local produce hand selected for the Picnic. Andrew and Samantha, found-

ers of The Long Table Restaurant will work with head chef, Daniel Whelan, to create passionately produced food that reflects their love of wine, food and art.

Dee’s Kitchen’s will bring a multicultural menu, a hearty celebration of food, heritage and culture. The iconic first winery restaurant on the Peninsula, Max’s, will showcase mussels from Flinders, cheese from Red Hill and honey from Moorooduc

for their homely fresh menu. DOC Mornington brings old-world Italian hospitality while remaining thoroughly modern with their authentic taste of Italy.

Catering for a cultured musical palate The Peninsula Picnic will showcase some of Australia’s best live acts and up-and-coming artists. The Waifs bring their beloved mix of folk, blues and rock sounds, playing their classic tracks with trademark story-

telling skill. Something for Kate’s Paul Dempsey will be performing his new solo material for a must-see treat.

The Pierce Brothers will showcase their energetic and exceptional stage presence that has seen them grow from buskers to one of the country’s most recognised, exciting young acts.

The intoxicatingly romantic folk of Tinpan Orange and the lush sounds of electronic-folk musician Hayden Calnin complete the event.

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ASPENDALE Gardens resident Alice Gray, left, had a little help from her neighbourhood friends including Rachel Horvath, right, this month.

Alice’s husband, Greg, passed away last month and her neighbours helped her put up her Christmas lights and decorations in memory of “the Santa of the neighbourhood” who ensured his Christmas spirit shone brightly in Lance Close for the past 20 years.

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Concrete path blocked Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au AN audacious bid by the Alex Fraser Group to extend the licence for its Clarinda concrete crushing plant is shaping up as the first test of the newly elected Labor state government’s environmental policy towards Kingston’s Green Wedge.

Councillors unanimously opposed the request at this month’s council meeting and have asked Planning

Minister Richard Wynne to “call in” and refuse the extension since it does not align with council’s Green Wedge objectives.

In 2008, the previous Labor government approved the Alex Fraser concrete crusher in Clarinda despite Kingston Council opposition to the plant.

The Alex Fraser was granted a 15year permit by ministerial order to operate the materials recycling plant and has now lodged a secondary consent application seeking an

extension for a further 15 years.

Cr Steve Staikos said “council needs to take a strong stance on this matter”.

He said the existing concrete crusher operates “within law and winning its planning permit” but this should be allowed to expire in nine years’ time.

“For council to have this kind of planning application before it is not in line with council’s good planning in the Green Wedge.”

Cr Paul Peulich said there had been “a lot of fury” from Clarinda residents when the Alex Fraser concrete crusher

was approved in 2008 against council’s wishes.

“We [councillors] copped it and it wasn’t our decision,” he said.

Council officers noted Alex Fraser’s extension request “is premature” since “the permit is not due to expire until 2023” and “there is insufficient information for the application to be properly assessed by council”.

Cr Peulich called on the Planning Minister to act to protect residents from “more dust and concrete crushers”.

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The Alex Fraser Group has preempted the council’s opposition to its plan and has appealed to VCAT to try to gain the 15-year extension to operations at its 275-315 Kingston Rd plant.

Cr Rosemary West said “the integrity of our Green Wedge in wanting to phase out waste-related operations will depend on how this goes.”

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A UTILITY towing a trailer and a fully laden four tonne rental truck collided near Aspendale station on Monday (22 December). Sergeant Phil Torpey said the truck, travelling north, was turning right to cross the tracks into Station St while the ute was travelling south. The low speed impact caused plenty of damage as there was a lot of weight behind it.

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WHILE most eyes were on Victoria’s Lower House which delivered a 6-seat majority for Premier Daniel Andrews’ Labor state government, votes and preferences were also being tallied for Upper House candidates.

The Victorian Electoral Commission has finalised the results for the South-Eastern Metropolitan region.

Greens candidate Nina Springle ousted long-time incumbent Lee Tarlamis, seeing off a challenge by Rise Up Australia Party’s Daniel Nalliah to clinch the fifth and final Upper House spot for the region.

Labor’s Gavin Jennings and Adem Somyurek were re-elected as were the Liberal Party’s Gordon Rich-Phillips and Inga Peulich.

Labor could face difficulties in getting legislation passed through the Upper House since the party holds just 14 of 40 legislative council seats statewide.

The Liberals hold 14 seats, the Nationals two and the Greens five.

There are two Shooters and Fishers Party MPs, one Sex Party MP, one Democratic Labor Party MP and one Vote 1 Local Jobs MP.

KINGSTON Council is pushing ahead with the sale of 101-103 Collins St in Mentone to an aged care provider.

Cr Rosemary West failed at this month’s council meeting to have the matter deferred for further consultation. Mayor Cr Geoff Gledhill ruled a notice of motion by Cr West “out of order�.

Cr West wanted council to invite aged care providers to submit proposals for a new facility at Collins St or an aged care home at Remo St on the understanding council would ulti-

mately choose one option.

Cr Gledhill acted on the advice of council officers while the matter was debated last Monday evening.

Many Mentone residents who live near the Collins St land, a former council depot site, have told council they would prefer the land to be used for public parkland (‘Parkland in demand’, The News 10/12/14).

Cr West has argued Mordialloc Community Nursing Home’s site at Remo St should be upgraded and used for a new aged care home instead of Collins St. “We have never had an officers’ report on both options,� Cr West said.

Cr Ron Brownlees noted “a lot of

objectionsâ€? from the Mentone community regarding the use of Collins St for an aged care home but said expert and legal advice cautioned council against a dual bidding process. “I acknowledge there is a need for further open space‌ I will promise to do all I can to provide open space [in that area] in the future.â€?

Cr Steve Staikos said he felt council “is being led to this decision [Collins St sale] by officers�. “I’m not comfortable with the decision making that’s being undertaken by council in relation to both the future of Collins St and the future of council’s aged care facilities.�

Cr Brownlees praised council offic-

ers’ “professional, consistent advice�. “When you don’t get the outcome, it’s not fair to blame the chamber or all your colleagues,� he said.

He said attempts to delay the Collins St sale process were aimed at “hoping it falls over�.

Crs Tamsin Bearsley, Brownlees, Gledhill, Paul Peulich and John Ronke backed the Collins St sale. Crs Tamara Barth, David Eden, Staikos and West voted against the officers’ recommendation.

The successful bidder must sign a S173 agreement that the Collins St land be developed “for a residential aged care facility and no other purpose�.

Echidna ends up on display

Bins-ness as usual KINGSTON Council advises bin collection services will continue as normal over the holiday season, with collections taking place on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. Bins should be left out the night before since pickups will be a bit earlier than normal.

A SCULPTURE from acclaimed Indigenous artist Lisa Waup has been added to the community’s Civic Art Collection.

The echidna sculpture was exhibited at Kingston Council’s 2014 Naidoc Week celebrations and will be a permanent part of council’s collection.

Waup is regarded as one of Australia’s most significant contemporary Indigenous artists with many of her works acquired by the National Gallery of Victoria.

Mayor Cr Geoff Gledhill said council was proud to support Indigenous artists through the Civic Art Collection.

The artwork, which cost $1800 to purchase and $1500 to display, features an echidna made from a host of unusual objects including shells, sea urchin spikes, seed pods, hay and wool that the artist found along the coastline of Port Phillip Bay.

Carnival is back THE Mordialloc Carnival is back in town after a 40-year absence.

The carnival will run from Boxing Day until 5 January at Peter Scullin Reserve.

Head along and enjoy the summer activities with rides including dodgem cars, expo wheel, cha cha, fun slide, water balls, and bungee trampolines.

Activities will kick off at 4pm and run until 9pm each night.

See smartamusements.com.au for details of the Mordialloc Christmas Summer Carnival or call 9555 6606, Monday-Friday.

Open most hours IT is almost business as usual at Kingston Council offices and facilities over the holiday season.

For more details on council’s holiday hours see kingston.vic.gov.au or call 1300 653 356.

Animal magic: Kingston Arts officer Darren Whittingham with council’s latest art acquisition, an echidna built from Port Phillip Bay coastline objects by artist Lisa Waup. Picture: Gary Sissons

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Spirit of Christmas shines on KINGSTON streets are shining again this year with enthusiastic households getting into the Christmas spirit by draping their homes with Christmas lights and decorations.

Aspendale Gardens resident Alice Gray has put up Christmas lights for the past 20 years around her Lance Close home but this year’s festivities will be bittersweet.

Husband Greg Gray passed away last month and Alice considered breaking her family tradition of putting up Christmas lights for the first time in two decades.

“Greg was the Santa of the neighbourhood. All the kids would see him each year up on the roof putting up the lights,” Alice said.

Neighbours rallied round to help

Alice put up the trickier decorations to keep Greg’s spirit of Christmas shining bright.

“It’s great to see everyone still enjoying the sight of the lights,” Alice said. n The festive season can be a difficult time for many Australians, as they experience family get-togethers, financial pressures, loneliness or other personal issues.

People who may be struggling and need someone to talk to can reach out for help and support via beyondblue’s support service.

Trained mental health counsellors are available 24/7 on 1300 224 636 or at beyondblue.org.au/get-support, 3pm-midnight every day.

Shine on: Aspendale Gardens residents, above right, enjoy the sight of the Christmas lights at Alice Gray’s Lance Close home, below right, while boat passengers cruise along Patterson Lakes foreshore, above, to see Christmas decorations illuminating the night. Pictures: Gary Sissons

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Police patrol Bike thefts A SPATE of bike thefts throughout Kingston has resulted in 120 being stolen since January. Most of them were either left unlocked or had poor quality locks - many in front and rear gardens.

Overnight on 13 December thieves entered the side gate of a house in Iluka Ave, Aspendale, and stole a bike valued at $440. Then, between 1-5.30pm offenders entered the same property via an unlocked gate and stole a BMX bike valued at $300. Police said it appeared the owners were not concerned about crime prevention after being victims the first time.

Boats collide

Proud as punch: Jaxson Marriott is Frankston’s newest boxing champion after winning his first title fight. Picture: Gary Sissons

No rocky start for boxing champ IT’S fair to say Jaxson Marriott’s first title fight was a knockout effort.

The 15-year-old Frankston resident won the Victorian Junior Novice 66kg title at his first attempt.

Remarkably, the title win on 7 December was Marriott’s first ever competitive boxing bout after his trainer Jason Murphy decided Marriott was good enough to challenge for the title first up at Brunswick’s Calabria Club.

“Someone else dropped out at the

last minute and we put him in the ring,” Murphy said.

Murphy, a former titles-winning bantamweight boxer, who runs Murphy’s Boxing Gym in Braeside, said he was confident Marriott would be up for the title fight.

“He had been training the house down a bit,” he said. “In the end he won convincingly.”

Marriott made the switch to boxing from a promising stint playing football.

“He was a bit gutted because he was told ‘you’re too small to continue your footy career’,” Murphy said.

Murphy runs the Braeside boxing gym in his spare time. He has a full-time job and decided to train area youths in the sport which requires fitness, determination and high levels of discipline.

See facebook.com/murphsboxinggym or call Jason Murphy on 0405 634 960 for further information.

TWO fishing boats collided off Carrum this week but luckily no one was injured. A 5.2 metre Cabin Cuddy with two occupants was trawling for snapper five kilometres out when a second vessel – of eight metres – allegedly ran into their stern causing significant damage. The smaller vessel immediately began taking in water and began to capsize. The other vessel turned to pick up the crew and dropped them off at Launching Way, Carrum. Emergency services were notified and the sinking vessel found and towed back to shore.

Station fracas AN Aspendale man has been bailed after allegedly headbutting and spitting blood at PSOs at Aspendale station on 17 December at 10.51pm. The man allegedly spat at the PSOs then “resisted violently” when they handcuffed him.

He allegedly thrust his head backwards butting one of the PSOs and causing a bloody nose and bloody lip. After being struck on the thigh with a baton the man allegedly spat a full mouthful of

blood into the faces of the PSOs. They were later taken to Frankston hospital for blood exposure and facial injuries.

The man, 28, will appear at Moorabbin Magistrates’ Court in April.

Scouts targeted ASPENDALE Scout hall in Browns Lane was targeted by vandals last weekend. They climbed onto the roof via a water tank and forced two metal flues from the roof. They then pulled off a light bar from under the gutter which is used to illuminate the rear oval. The flue kits and light bar were later found under bushes. A Scout leader notified Kingston police of the damage.

Vouchers cashed A COMPANY’S work function at Patterson River Golf Club last month fell a bit flat when it was found that someone had stolen the bag containing six Westfield shopping vouchers. These were to be used as employee recognition awards. Back at work the next week – without any determination as to what had happened to the vouchers - it was decided to cancel them. However, inquiries revealed that three had already been redeemed at Fountain Gate shopping centre. CCTV footage showed a female offender cashing the vouchers and also taking out a Club Card which details her name and address. Kingston police say the matter is still pending.

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No end in sight for cabin park site deal Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au AS families around Frankston and Kingston prepare for Christmas celebrations and look forward to a new year, some residents at Seaford Beach Cabin Park still face an uncertain future heading into the festive season.

Talks between Frankston Council and park owner Michael Hibbert over a land swap deal to enable 20 cabins to remain on council leased Crown land after March next year have apparently stalled again.

Mr Hibbert said a planned meeting late last month with council and the Department of Environment and Primary Industries was cancelled without explanation.

He said council had also returned his previous quarterly lease payment of $10,000 and declined to give a reason for this when asked.

In April, Frankston Council extended a lease deadline from June this year until March next year for the Crown land section of the cabin park.

There are 79 cabins at the Seaford Beach Cabin Park in total.

Mr Hibbert said the removal of the 20 cabins on Crown land would make the cabin park, which offers low-cost emergency housing, “unviable”.

Frankston deputy mayor Cr Glenn Aitken and crs Rebekah Spelman and Colin Hampton attended a cabin park residents’ meeting last month to hear fears about the threat of eviction (‘Eviction fear looms again at cabin

park’, The News 3/12/14).

At that meeting, Cr Aitken mentioned a 2013 planning application to build two four-storey apartment buildings at the Seaford Beach cabin park site and said there was no guarantee the owner would not try to do this again in future.

Mr Hibbert said he has offered to agree to a covenant restricting development of the site on the corner of the Nepean Highway and McCulloch Avenue if the land swap is agreed.

“I’ve been disappointed that council has portrayed me as a greedy property developer,” Mr Hibbert said.

“I haven’t increased rent for tenants for three years despite council rates going up.”

The 66-year-old said it is unlikely he would try to redevelop the site in ten years’ time due to his age.

The DEPI has agreed to a land swap of 860 square metres of Crown land facing Kananook Creek in exchange for council receiving 675sqm of freehold land facing Nepean Hwy. Council plans to build a car park for area visitors on the Crown land currently housing the 20 cabins.

Mr Hibbert said he will no back the land swap while council insists the cabin park be shut down as a condition of the deal.

Council has previously criticised Mr Hibbert, alleging a lack of cooperation in handing over contact details for the residents of the 20 cabins who could face eviction to help affected families find new accommodation.

Wheelchair takes to the air

Learning to fly: Well, almost. Jenny Angliss-Goodall, above, is strapped into her wheelchair trying out the high challenge rope course at YMCA Camp Manyung. Designer Nicolas Dansin looks on. Picture: Yanni

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TECHNOLOGY has changed the wheelchair.

Lighter materials, easier turning and better power sources have all improved the basic chair on wheels.

However, wheelchairs remain firmly on the ground and their users left watching from the sidelines when it comes to adventure playgrounds.

Not any more.

A new high challenge rope course unveiled last week at YMCA Camp Mayung, Mt Eliza, enables wheelchair users to get lift off, the same as any able bodied person.

“The course is unique due to it being designed and constructed applying universal design principles, enabling people of all ages and abilities to equally participate in the activity,” camp manager Maree Feutrill said.

The ropes course can be used with other wheeled equipment, such as skakeboards, scooters and bikes.

The “Cloudrider” wheelchair was adapted for use on the ropes course by members of Solve Disability Solutions, a not-for-profit organisation which utilises members’ skills to modify equipment to suit an individual’s needs.

The wheelchair developed for the rope course at Camp Manyung has been fitted with large anti-tip wheels with one-way clutches to stop it rolling backwards, an adjustable footplate and padded foot harnesses.

Ms Feutrill said the YMCA was committed to “providing equal opportunity for everyone to participate in outdoor activity”.

Course designer and builder Nicolas Dansin, of Trees Adventure, had made sure it provided an “adventurous experience for everyone … without compromising the user’s independence or level of challenge”.

Ms Feutrill said an aging population meant that “new design solutions will be required to accommodate for the needs of all people with different levels of ability”.

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Rally ready to hit top gear HUGH Guthrie is getting ready to again hit to the road aboard his 1916 gas guzzler, a Stutz Bearcat.

Weighing in at 1.52 tonnes, the Bearcat needs all the power of its four-cylinder 6.39 litre engine (60 brake horsepower at 1500 revs a minute) to get it to Mornington Racecourse for January’s RACV Great Australian Rally.

Once at the racecourse on Sunday 18 January the Bearcat will be one of nearly 1000 classic, vintage and veteran vehicles being shown.

Mr Guthrie said the single-seater was built and designed for in 1911 for the inaugural Indianapolis 500 race.

“The car created such interest that the Stutz Motor Car Company was formed to build and sell road-going versions of that racing car, basically adding only mudguards and lights, but in no way diluting the excitement,” he said.

Now garaged by Mr Guthrie on the Mornington Peninsula, his 1916 car is one of the last of the open bucket-seat roadsters sold by Stutz from 1912 to 1916. It is the only one of its type in Australia and runs on unleaded fuel, although Mr Guthrie says the engine’s five to one compression ration “probably means it can run on anything it can find – modern fuels are a bit too volatile”.

Notwithstanding its age, the Bearcat has a cruising speed of 90kph (it used to race at speeds of up to128kph) and swallows fuel at the rate of 17-23 litres a 100 kilometres.

It has a three-speed gear box and is brought to a halt by mechanical brakes on the rear wheels.

The Bearcat was imported by Alan Irwin Motors in Elizabeth St, Melbourne in 1916.

“This vehicle’s early life is obscure, but by 1950 it had passed through several hands including several years as a utility truck - before I rescued it in a derelict state from the clutches of a scrap metal dealer in December 1952,” Mr Guthrie said.

“After a form of restoration in 1956, the car took part in the early Argus and Golden Fleece Veteran Car Rallies in 1956 and 1957.

“It has now been fully restored to its 1916

On the road: Hugh Guthrie is ready for January’s RACV Great Australian Rally being held at Mornington racecourse. Picture: Yanni

glory and regularly takes part in RACV and veteran car club rallies, winning numerous prizes.”

The next appearance for the Bearcat will be the 2015 RACV Great Australian Rally, Mornington Racecourse, from 10am Sunday 18 January.

Features at the rally which raises money for the Peter McCallum Cancer Centre (Peter Mac) include the 90th birthday of the MG marque and the 60th anniversary of the Veteran Car Club for cars built between 1900 and 1920.

There will be a display of motor vehicles built between 1914 and 1918 in front of the sound shell where the Mordialloc Jazz Orchestra will perform. This display will feature vehicles used during World War I. The Foden steam wagon from HMAS Cerberus will arrive under its own steam around 9.30 am.

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Rare visitor enjoys bay swim

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Stephen Taylor steve@baysidenews.com.au A LEATHERBACK turtle was spotted enjoying the warming waters of Port Phillip last week.

Marine scientist Matt Koopman photographed the loner, right, as he approached his boat off Altona.

“I’d never seen one in the bay before, although there are records of them being seen,” he said.

Dr Koopman said the turtle was 1.5 metres across and two metres long.

“It was swimming along the surface. It came up to the boat and had a look at us and then dived under the boat.”

He said water temperatures in the bay were around 20 degrees.

“They are known to love eating jellyfish and I have heard there are lots of them about, so maybe that’s why he’s here.”

Dolphin Research Institute executive director Jeff Weir said he was “not sure we have enough solid data to show that we are seeing a statistical increase in leatherback turtles specifically”.

“But I think that you would have to call them rare visitors and probably a bit lost.”

Mr Weir said there had been sightings of bluebottle jellyfish in Port Phillip and Western Port bays in the past week. “I am hearing more and more anecdotal reports about other sub-tropical species of fish that used to only be seen in NSW, but now being seen in Victorian waters,” he said.

“This is particularly worth noting when they are west of Wilsons Promontory, which tended to be a biogeographical boundary to species from NSW. “There are also anecdotal reports of some of the colder water kelp forests thinning out and being replaced by warmer species that were once marginal.”

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“Any of these things in isolation could be just natural variations but, together, you would have to observe that they are consistent with a changing climate.”

Dolphin Research volunteer David Donnelly said leatherbacks were “regular, but uncommon, visitors to the southern end of Port Phillip”.

“This is the second sighting in recent months,” he said.

“Leatherbacks are the only marine turtle known to inhabit both temperate and tropi-

cal/subtropical waters as part of their known 'normal' range.

“I have recently been part of a distribution assessment of the species with Deakin University and the results support what we already believed: the species is represented - though in low numbers - throughout Bass Strait and around Tasmania.

“I wouldn't think that the presence of the species represents anything to do with the health of the bay,” he said.

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Rocker tunes in to chairlift fight Mike Hast mike@baysidenews.com.au ROCK ’n’ roll icon Jimmy Barnes has thrown his support behind the group trying to stop the Arthurs Seat gondola chairlift.

Save Our Seat is considering its legal options after VCAT rejected its opposition to the project when it confirmed Mornington Peninsula Shire’s approval of the ride.

SOS spokeswoman Kylie Greer told The News the group might appeal the VCAT decision in the Supreme Court and that “money is no object”.

The group raised about $35,000 at a hastily arranged concert in a Main Ridge barn in early October. It sold out “Songs

for the Summit” in a matter of hours.

The show featured Mark Seymour, Tex Perkins, Don Walker and Charlie Owen, who is an Arthurs Seat resident.

Ms Greer said Jimmy Barnes had agreed to headline another fundraising show for legal costs, which could be as high as $200,000 for a Supreme Court challenge. “People of wealth are backing the group,” she said.

SOS challenged the shire’s decision at an eight-day hearing in VCAT in November, highlighting fire risk, felling of 80 trees, noise at night, visual “pollution” and traffic problems.

Ms Greer said the issue had a long way to go: “Chairlift proponent Skylift has not signed a lease with Parks Victoria, it has not applied for a liquor licence

[for the top cafe], and it has not completed its bushfire management plan.”

She said there was no business plan, and “Victorians have a right to know what will happen to public land”.

Ms Greer refuted Skylift head Simon McKeon’s claim that opposition to the chairlift came from a small group of people. “We have more than 1600 people who have signed a petition opposing it.”

Mr McKeon told The News he was delighted VCAT had made its decision so quickly as it was not expected until the new year but “we can’t just press the button now as it’s not just our project”.

He said Skylift was working with Parks Victoria to refine lease details now it had permission to build and

expected to sign a 50-year lease in the new year.

The 2011 Australian of the Year said there was a small chance the gondola would be operating this time next year but realistically would be some time after this.

He said specifications had been sent to gondola manufacturers such as Doppelmayr and Poma but the ride had not yet been ordered. Peninsula-based builders would be appointed for other work such as the top station cafe.

It would now cost up to $18 million due to the falling Australian dollar.

Regarding the fire plan, Mr McKeon said Skylift had been working with people “at the highest level of the CFA for four years” including holding a

meeting three weeks ago.

“The gondola will not run on Code Red and other days of high fire danger,” he said.

He refuted SOS claims the fire plan should have been completed before shire permission was granted. “It’s a living plan and needs to be in place before we start operating,” he said.

Skylift was working with VicRoads to ensure traffic problems were minimised. “About 700,000 people visit the summit each year even without the chairlift operating. There will be two pedestrian crossings on raised pavement that will slow vehicles.”

He said security cameras would be installed, which would reduce incidents of hoon driving.

Casting a line around the peninsula

By Paul Pingiaro FISHING around the Mornington Peninsula really heats up this time of year with the annual run of snapper creating the most excitement. However, because snapper in summer can slow down a bit anglers should look at the other tasty critters on offer: King George whiting, garfish, squid, salmon, gummy shark and flathead. But where to start?

Surfs up: The surf beaches at Portsea, Rye, Gunnamatta and Point Leo are great for salmon during the day while at night gummy sharks and even a mulloway is a possibility. The best tip is to fish the deep gutters and rips where fewer waves break (white water). Try and fish an hour either side of the tide or on sunrise and sunset.

For baits try pilchards, blue bait and pippies during the day and salmon, squid and pilchards at night. The best rig for general fishing is a two dropper paternoster with a size four star sinker. I fish a surf popper on the bottom dropper (to keep those pesky crabs away) and a size 1/0 hook on the top.

Pier rats: For those that find the pier more to their liking try Flinders, Portsea, Sorrento and Mornington for squid and whiting, or Mornington, Hastings and Stony Point for snapper. Garfish and salmon can be caught at Rye, Rosebud, Mornington and Frankston. Best baits on the piers are squid, mussels, pippies, prawn, sandworm, blue bait and silverfish.

Use fresh baits and remember that not all the fish are caught off the end of the pier.

Rock hoppers: For rock fishing try the cliffs at Hearn and Ian roads at Mt Martha and Linley and Schnapper points at Mornington. Anglers regularly catch squid, garfish, salmon, whiting and snapper. Best baits are squid, mussels and garfish. Best times are first and last light. Use bomb or snapper sinkers which are less prone to

snag; spoon sinkers are premium.

River raiders: There are a few river options in the peninsula catchment. Balcombe Creek, Mt Martha, holds some good bream, bay trout and mullet, while Patterson River, Carrum, has bream, mullet, salmon and a few mulloway for dedicated night anglers. Soft plastic and bait fishing are popular. My top tip is to keep your fishing gear as light as possible.

Hook size should be 6 to 2 with my preferred hook pattern being a straight shank bait holder. The best rig is a running sinker with about 40cm of 6lb monofilament trace. Best baits are fresh prawns, shell, sandworms, crab and shrimp. For mulloway use a 15kg outfit with live mullet or squid as bait.

Boaties: For those going out on boats snapper are best targeted from Mt Martha to Carrum in Port Phillip and Cowes to Warneet in Western Port. Best times are first and last light and on the change of tide. Best baits are squid, silver whiting, pilchards, red rockets and garfish. Best locations are between 16 and 21 metres of water. I always fish a running sinker rig for snapper and I never use a wire trace, 40lb monofilament is fine. Anglers chasing whiting find success from Warneet, Yaringa, Tyabb, Stony Point, Balnarring and Somers in Western Port and Rosebud to Mt Eliza in Port Phillip. Best baits are squid, nippers, mussels, sandworm and pippies. Best results come from fishing the weed beds and reef edges in 2-6 metres.

The best rig is a running sinker rig for slow moving water or a paternoster for fast water. A size 6 to 4 long shank or wide-gap hook is best for whiting. Best places for gummy shark are West Entrance, Eagle rock, Watsonss Inlet (Yaringa), Cowes and Boucher and Boulton channels in Western Port. As for Port Phillip try the channels

off Rye, Rosebud, and Sorrento or the deep water off Mt Martha and Mornington. Best baits for gummies are fresh squid, garfish and salmon and cured eel. Use a running sinker rig with a pair of size 6/0 hooks tied to a 60-80lb monofilament leader. Use burley and be patient, the gummy shark is a hound shark so they find food with smell and there is no point burleying for an hour and then moving on. The best time for a gummy is two hours either side of the tide.

To put calamari in the pan go to Flinders, Cat Bay, Somers and the Tyabb bank in Western Port or Portsea, Sorrento and Pt Lonsdale in Port Phillip. Squid are best tempted with fresh silver whiting or size 3.5-4.5 prawn imitation jigs. For those after run of the mill squid try Hastings and Tyabb in Western Port and Sorrento, Dromana, Mt Martha, Mornington and Mt Eliza in Port Phillip. Squid is best fished with a 2.5 squid jig tied directly to your line. Have several different coloured jigs but, as a rule, expect bright jigs to work best on bright days and dull jigs to work best on dull day.

Bass Strait holds mako, blue, school, gummy and thrasher sharks as well as flathead and other reef fish. The key to fishing this water is to pick your days. Always be aware that large swells can be present days after a strong south wind.

Remember to look after this fishery of ours. Keep it clean and limit your catch, not catch your limit.

Let’s make sure that our fishing tales are going to continue for future generations and not become stories of legend. n Paul “Tracker” Pingiaro runs Mornington Boat Hire at Schnapper Point in Mornington and Yaringa Boat Hire at Yaringa boat harbour in Somerville (www.morningtonboathire.com.au or call 5975 5479).

Worth the white: Josh Pingiaro landed these whiting while fishing off the hire boats at Yaringa.

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Permanent telephone at Frankston Compiled by Melissa Walsh THERE will be no issue of the “Standard,” next week (according to our usual custom). With this week’s issue we present our readers with a useful sheet almanac for 1915, and at the same time wish them ‘A Merry Xmas and a Prosperous New Year.’ *** MR S. S. Price, dentist, notifies that he may be consulted at Frankston during the Xmas holidays, as he has again returned from a tour of the North West Coast and Queensland. *** MESSRS Alex. Scott, & Co will hold their monthly sale at Tanti on Monday, 4th January, when, in addition to the usual stock, they will offer block of ground situated in Main Street, Mornington, close to the Grand Hotel, on which is erected a three-roomed W.B. cottage and outbuildings. *** THE action taken by the Frankston Progress Association some time ago in urging on the postal authorities the necessity of establishing a continuous telephone service at Frankston has resulted in the Department acceding to the request and now the telephone at the local post office is accessible to anyone wishing to use it at any hour, day or night. *** AN impromptu concert will be held on Tuesday next in the Frankston Mechanics’ Hall in aid of the football club and brass band. A first class programme of songs etc. is promised, as already a number of first class artists

have given in their names as being willing to assist, and as the object of the concert is a worthy one there will doubtless be a full attendance. *** THE Oddfellows of Frankston intend holding their usual dance on Boxing night in the Mechanics’ Hall, and those who attend can rest assured that the promoters will keep up the prestige already gained of catering for the comfort of their patrons, and the function of this year will not be in any way behind any of its predecessors. *** THE Arcadian’s Comedy Company appeared in the Frankston Mechanics’ Hall on Saturday evening, and gave an interesting programme to a rather small house which doubtless is accounted for by the number of entertainment held in Frankston of late.

The principal feature of the evening was Baby Coppard, who gave a good exhibition of dancing and comic singing for which she was encored several times. Miss D Webster was also favourably received and this, her first appearance in public, favorably impressed the audience. Jock McIvor (the Australian Harry Lauder) sang several Scotch Songs in good style.

A short dance finished up the night’s amusements *** THE sale of gifts inaugurated by the Ladies’ Committee of St. Andrew’s Church, Somerville, was held in the Mechanics’ Hall on Saturday evening last, and proved very successful.

The attendance was good and busi-

ness brisk, close to £40 being taken.

The various stalls were presided over by the following ladies :—General— Mesdames Webb, White, Gomm and Philbrick ; cake and lolly —Mesdames Shepherd and R. Philbrick, Misses White and Shepherd; refreshments—Mesdames J. and C. Murray and Thornell, and Miss Hawken; Christmas tree—Misses Philbrick, Scarborough and Brunning; hoop-la— S. Meldrum. *** DANDENONG MARKET Tuesday, December 22. Messrs Alex.

Scott & Co report – A fair supply of milkers and springers yarded, and a small supply of store and fleshy cattle.

Milkers and springers were dull, with the exception of a few good cows, best cows making to £12. Fleshy and store cattle at reduced rates. Pigs-Bacon to £3 5s, heavy porkers to £2 8s 6d, light 25e to 86s. Calves 4s to 42s. *** ST PAULS SUNDAY SCHOOL FESTIVAL It was time well spent, was the opinion of all who had the good for tune to be at the children’s concert, last Friday night. It was the opening of St Paul’s Sunday School Festival and the children, who gave the entire programme, were excellent. All who had to do with the training of them have reason to feel proud. Every item was most successfully given, and the large audience did not stint the applause. The programme was carried through without a hitch, notwithstanding the fact that children’s concerts are not the most

easily managed affairs in the world. .The choruses, all of a patriotic nature, were sung most heartily and with great feeling by the boys. The physical drill, by the girls, was done intelligently and with splendid effect. Two or three dozen fairies came and went, just as fairies should do, the limelight effect making them appear more mystic than ever, and without exception everything was done well, and everybody successful in their turn. Mrs M’Cormack made a first class accompanist. In a few remarks Rev. Kitchen made while distributing the prizes he thanked all who had worked to make the concert the success it undoubtedly was, especially Mrs Dial who had done so much in training the children.

During the distribution of prizes Rev Kitchen presented Miss Picking with a very nice hand bag, on behalf of three of her scholars who wanted to show their appreciation of their teacher for the past year. *** A VERY pleasant evening was spent in the Tyabb hall on Friday evening last, the occasion being a complimentary social and presentation of a handsome handbag to Miss Nellie Longmuir in recognition of her past services in connection with the Tyabb Pierotts.

Invitations were extended to all young people around the district, and a very good gathering attended. Mr R. W. Slocombe (President) in making the presentation, spoke in high terms of praise for Miss Longmuir, and pointed out the fact that, had it not been for her services as pianist, the company

could not have carried on after the loss of Miss Sutton. Mr Bencraft, in sup- porting the presentation, spoke very favorably of Miss Longmuir, and at the same time extended a cordial invitation to all other young ladies to join the company. He was afraid that the ladies of Tyabb, must suffer from over- bashfulness, as there was abundant talent in the district and yet it was a very difficult thing at any time to get anyone to take part in an entertainment. Miss Longmuir had been of great assistance to the company from its initiation, and was now responsible for its present position. Miss Longmuir very suitably responded, heartily thanking them for recognising her services, as well as for her handsome gift. She promised to do her best for the company in future and it gave her great pleasure to do so. Residents are requested to bear in mind the date of the annual picnic to be held in the park on January 6th. *** APPLICATIONS from all poultry keepers who are unable to obtain wheat will be received by Mr H. Clinton, secretary of the Poultry Relief Board, 6507 Finders street, up to 31st Dec, and at a meeting held at the Cafe Royal Empire arcade, Flinders street.

Assistance will be given to poultry breeders who are dependent on their birds for a living. The board will only recommend advance of grain for birds which are likely to prove profitable.

From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 26 December, 1914.

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And so this is Christmas

By Stuart McCullough IT feels as though last Christmas just finished and yet here it is again. Perhaps I’m not thinking of last Christmas so much as I am the song, Last Christmas, by Wham! which, at four minutes and twenty seven seconds, certainly feels as if it never ends.

Not that I dislike songs with a festive spirit. Rather, it’s a classic case of the messenger rather than the message being the trouble. In the song ‘Last Christmas’, George Michael is swept up in the yuletide spirit and gives his heart to someone special only to discover that it’s been given away only moments later. It’s difficult to imagine a more brutish act of anatomical regifting and it’s something we can all relate to. But whilst the subject of the song is universal, the song itself is absolute rubbish. Luckily, there’s more to the Christmas season that having to listen to Wham!

For some, Christmas smells of pine needles. Not for me, though. I associate this time of year with plastic; heated and slightly melted by discount decorative lights. My father has long preferred a plastic tree. Whether he considered the genuine article to be too much trouble, he never said.

Perhaps he thought an artificial tree would be less dangerous – the chances of accidentally importing all manner of wildlife into the living room are drastically reduced if you steer clear of using nature’s own, to say nothing of avoiding stray pine needles. There’s an irony, though – given long enough,

our plastic tree eventually began to shed its little green plastic needles as if every day was autumn. By the end, its skeletal remains had a distinctly postnuclear holocaust look about them.

Christmas for me has changed. In fact, it’s had three distinct eras. The first spanned my childhood where the day was one of both extraordinary bounty and magic. A new tape deck?

Water pistols? A book? They were more than I deserved. Given that these

gifts were supposed to be a reward for good behaviour, I often felt that Father Christmas was either deliberately turning a blind eye or was far less omnipotent than my parents. Granted, there were some gifts with which I could easily done without. Stale coloured popcorn, the tiny bottled candies and the European biscuits that had been expelled from their country of origin and found their way to Australia.

The magic came over night. Sleep-

ing on Christmas Eve was always marred by anticipation. But without fail, the first exploratory trips down the hallway always reported back news of a haul of unimaginable proportions. The food and drink we’d left for St Nick had been consumed and we would be left to wonder at how such a large man could get down our chimney and get his work done without waking our parents, outside whose room the tree sat.

The second era covered the first years of my adulthood. At that time, having to return home had a heavy sense of obligation. Christmas didn’t feel magical then, but a chore. I have two brothers and two sisters and we had scattered to the winds somewhat.

I’ll admit that my Christmas shopping left a lot to be desired back then. Suffice to say, neither of my sisters will ever have to buy potpourri ever again, assuming they ever needed the stuff in the first place.

During those years, our little tree grew thinner. In fact, it didn’t look much like a tree at all. It looked like an antennae. We still had our traditions, though. Instead of sneaking up the hallway to perform early morning reconnaissance, the new tradition involved taking a photo. The picture was never of our faces but of our feet.

It was, I guess, a reaction to our father who each year would stand at the head of the table and take a photo that managed to be both blurry and made our eyes glow red. We have loads of photographs where pretty much ev-

eryone has a touch of the Terminator cyborg about them. To overcome this, we came up with the ‘foot photo’. We would stand in a circle, put one foot in and take a picture. To an outsider, it may seem strange, but the ‘foot photo’ belonged to us and we took it very seriously.

Now I’m in the third era of Christmas and it’s my favourite so far. It started when my nephew Brodie was born. He’ll be seventeen in March. It occurs to me now that it’s the longest of all the eras. And it continues to get better. With each child that has come into our family, more of that Christmas magic has returned. Our table has been extended, with trestles added just to accommodate everyone. It looks less like a dining room table now than it does a small runway. There’s noise, excitement and breathless anticipation. The children also seem to feel this way.

The tree has been replaced. It’s still artificial and if you smell the air you might just catch the scent of heated plastic. I no longer creep down the hallway to see what happened overnight. But I love nothing more that to watch as a small army of nephews and nieces stand around the living room, faces gripped with awe and wondering exactly where to begin. At some point, there will be strange European biscuits of indeterminate origin and possibly some stale popcorn. I wouldn’t change a thing. Merry Christmas to everyone. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

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I was invited to Geoff Achison and The Soul Diggers 20th Anniversary DVD/ CD Launch Party at The GH in ST.Kilda recently and was blown away by their sheer genius and musical bent on all originals performed. Achison writes all their material and is main vocals and guitar virtuoso, with Mal Logan on Keys, Roger McLachlan on bass, and Gerry Pantazis on drums. These outstanding muso’s astounded punters as they performed Achison’s creative trademark of eclectic blend of funk, blues, rock, jazz with snippets of reggae originals.

In fact, their performance in March 2014 was captured on film, which has been superbly produced and was available for sale during the gig.

Achison has been around for a long time, gigging with greats like Dutch Tilders and many others. He’s travelled the world and has a huge international fan base following.

The Souldiggers band gives expression to Achison’s creative genius. With Logan feeling the music pulse in his fingertips and merging with the keys, and McLachlan’s expressive/soulful bass; Pantazis drums created the background rhythmic glue, enabling each to create and play off each other during their sets. The drums simply don’t offend and aren’t in your face. Rather it’s seductive and draws you into the mood of the song being played. These drums definitely glue bass and keys into sync with Achison allowing him to creatively express himself while literally creating original material in the moment.

Its mind blowing.

Troy Wilson was the acoustic support act and played amidst a smoke infused atmosphere accentuated by kaleidoscopic lighting. With a well-chosen repertoire and cruisy execution, Wilson was the perfect accompaniment before the main act.

Achison was born on Phillip island and grew up in Malmsbury, Central Highlands in Victoria amidst 80s pop music, which didn’t excite him. However, as a kid it was the 70’s music he heard that did excite him, and from 13 he gigged in his dads band, which revealed to him his life’s passion and path.

Around 16 he discovered John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers, with the young Eric Clapton on guitar.

It gave him a definition to the Blues and he realized that this is what does it for him. It gave him a point of focus.

Achison is the whole package, transcending words, because music’s soul pulsates within, expresses in him, is alive in him, transmuting all genres, allowing output to his creative interpretations in all his original material. His masculine, husky voice and guitar unanimity takes you into sublime spaces and time.

I was in awe.

As a self-taught muso he feels whatever gifts he’s been given, he’s mighty lucky enough to have a damn good feel for it.

‘I don’t necessarily have a good ear, they are ok and the technical skill, I guess is ok.

But I think the main strength I have is to really be able to feel the music. It affects me deeply.

These days to call what we do is blues is a misnomer. Part of what you get from the music when you are inspired from it, is like a pathway, a window into discovering deep heart felt broad musical expression.

Soul diggers band is the vehicle for me to present my original tunes. I hopefully tap into the musical cosmos, that’s what I try to do.”

I asked him what does this feel like.

“Its like a full body organism, it’s the greatest, that’s why its so addictive, and for various reasons too. You could feel fantastic cause it’s charging you with energy, making you feel like you could beat the world and anything else. Or it could be a release of emotions, like being happy or sad for example. And throughout the course of the gig it can be like this roller coaster of energy. I need musicians able to go with that flow.

I first found a portal into this energy through blues music. I used to listen to old delta blues, Mississippi blues, and electric pioneers like Albert king. For me, that was the portal into it.

In order for a musician to truly and honestly learn the lessons laid down by the great blues players, you need to discover what you sound like.

Now I’m a country boy from Australia, I didn’t grow up picking cotton in Mississippi, and so I’m going to sound different if I’m honest to that.

It might upset some people because they come along and say that’s not blues.

I cant help that because if I’m truly tapping into it and not putting on an act, and not pretending then I’ll be a channel into that portal.”

Thankfully most people get this understanding and appreciate greats like Achison’s channeling of creative expression into heartfelt emotive compositions.

We chatted about viewpoint and life in general and Achison’s humble philosophy was revealed.

“Humankind still haven’t figured it out yet and if there is no definitive, absolute answer then who am I to figure it out. So it has helped me to relax a bit. But through music I have discovered something so powerful, so beautiful, and so addictive.

On a personal level I don’t have any particular belief system, I don’t subscribe to anything or any religion. I think common sense and common courtesy are ideals that are important. Treat others as you wish to be treated yourself. I’m very passionate about the power of music and how it has affected me deep inside. To me that is the very closet thing I’ve ever found to the meaning of life; is becoming so engrossed in the music and becoming so inside music at that particular moment is all that’s matter. And when you come out of it at the other side then everything else just seems day-to-day.”

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Hills up against it PROVINCIAL

By IT Gully WE are more than half way through the MPCA Provincial cricket season and things are just starting to heat up.

There are seven teams all vying for a place in the top four and finals action, whilst on the other side of the ledger, there are five teams scrambling to avoid relegation.

As it sits after six games of cricket and with five rounds remaining, Heatherhill looks in the greatest danger of being relegated to District next season.

Not only have the Hills not won a game, they have the worst percentage in the competition of 0.519. This is largely due to its inability to make runs and take wickets.

However, whilst the Hills only have scored 1109 runs this season, it isn’t the worst in Provincial. Pines has scored only 730 runs this season. The Piners have compensated for this by taking the fourth highest number of wickets with 67 (only behind Sorrento 74, Long Island 69 and Crib Point 68).

Sorrento and Long Island are locked at the top of the Provincial ladder with 68 points. They have five wins from six games, complete with an outright win.

Peninsula Old Boys are on 66 points with five wins and a draw, while Baxter has four wins (including an

outright), one loss and one draw.

Crib Point is half a game outside the top four (56 points) and Mornington and Langwarrin (48) are well and truly still in the mix with four wins and two losses.

Mt Eliza has just one win from its first six games and this is the biggest shock in season 2014-15. The Mounties were expected to be in the mix for finals but have disappointed greatly.

There are no surprises that Sorrento boasts arguably the best bowler and batsman in the competition at the halfway mark of the season.

Corey Harris has scored 341 runs opening the batting for the Sorras with an average of 56, while AJ King has 25 wickets.

King has three more scalps than Mornington paceman Michael Heib (22), while Crib Point’s Brad Davidson (five matches), Long Island’s Scott Phillip’s and Langwarrin tweaker Dwayne Doig all have 21 wickets.

Phillips also has 299 runs this season at an average of just below 50, highlighting him as the most important player in our game at the moment.

Peninsula Old Boys recruit and skipper Matt Hyden has 306 runs for the season at an average of 61, Langwarrin’s Andy Johnson has 305 at 61 and Sorrento star Nick Jewell has an average of 101 after 304 runs in four matches.

Dart fires early shots DISTRICT

By IT Gully THE man in charge at Red Hill, Simon Dart, has set the pace this season, not only in District cricket, but across the entire MPCA. Dart has scored 452 runs this season at an average of 150. His highest score is 173.

Delacombe Park star Chris Brittain has 389 runs for the season while Carrum run machine Daniel Polson is nine runs back on 380. Polson also has eight wickets.

All three of these players have more runs that Provincial’s top run scorer, Corey Harris, who has 343 runs. The highest runs scorer in Sub District is Pearcedale’s Gavin Moore with 262.

Figures don’t lie and the best in District cricket are racking-up the runs.

Michael Holmes (290 runs) and Brad Rossborough (239 runs) are the only teammates (Main Ridge) in the top 10 With the ball, Red Hill has the third highest ranked wicket taker. Brent Martin has 17 wickets for the season to date, tied with Seaford Tigers’ skipper Matty Meagher.

Main Ridge’s Scott Millar heads the table with 23 wickets after crossing from Rosebud in the off season and Seaford spinner Faisal Payenda has 19 wickets in his return season to the club.

Meagher and Somerville’s Aaron Kaddatz are vying for the games’ best all-round mantle. As well as 17 wickets, Meagher also has 203 runs.

Kaddatz has 197 runs and 15 wickets.

In the race to the finals, there are still eight teams all with a realistic chance of getting there.

Red Hill is in the box seat on top

of the ladder with a whopping 80 points after six wins from six games, including an outright. The Hillmen are a whopping 32 points points clear of second placed Somerville (48), while Mt Martha and Carrum round out the top four with 42 points.

The Reds and Lions aren’t safe though with Seaford also on 42 points and Main Ridge, Delacombe Park and Seaford Tigers all half a game further back on 36 points.

Hastings (six points) and Flinders (12 points) are currently fighting out relegation. The Blues didn’t start the season well, losing points for playing a non-eligible player early in the season.

Baden Powell and Boneo are both on 24 points, however, both look vulnerable also. There will be as much interest in the bottom four as the top four come the final round of the season.

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Subbies still wide open after six rounds SUB-DISTRICT

By IT Gully THERE is still plenty of cricket to be played in MPCA Sub District with seven teams all a real chance of playing finals.

After the first six matches of the 2014-15 season, Pearcedale and Rosebud set the pace with five wins each. These two teams met in Round 3 and Rosebud inflicted Pearcedale’s one loss for the season to date.

Rosebud’s only loss came in Round 5 when it was humiliated by Frankston YCW, bowled out for just 53. The Buds’ bounced back in Round 6, almost picking-up an outright win against Dromana.

Tootgarook holds third place on the table with four wins while Carrum Downs makes-up the top bracket with 44 points after three wins, a draw and two losses.

Frankston YCW is also on 44 points with three wins (including an outright) and three losses.

Balnarring (36 points) and Ballam Park (32 points) are also in the mix for a finals berth.

At the other end of the scale, Tyabb, Skye and Dromana are locked in a battle for bottom. Each of the teams have one win each for the season.

The surprise in Sub District cricket at the half way mark is the fact that Balnarring has won only half of its games. It recruited well and should be further advanced than it is.

There is no surprise that Pearcedale has two players in each of the top 10 run scorers and wicket takers.

Gavin Moore leads the run table with 262, 39 runs ahead of Balnarring recruit David Ross.

Carrum Downs’ Mark Snelling has made a late charge with 219, while YCW star Paul Bradley pushed past 200 with 96 last weekend.

The Dales’ Brad Trotter is the second player in the top 10 with 165 runs.

Shayne Gillings and Chris Dew are the two Dales’ bowlers in the Top 10 with 18 and 17 wickets respectively.

Rosebud pair Jason Nagel (29 wickets) and Adam Bryant (23) are ranked one and two when it comes to the bowling. Nagel is the best all-rounder in the comp at the minute, boasting 190 runs to go with his almost 30 wickets.

Balnarring’s Jacob Cook has 161 runs and 17 wickets. Paul Bradley has 15 wickets.

AFL South East appoints new chairman FORMER Essendon CEO Roger Hampson has been appointed chairman of AFL South East.

He replaces Jeff Kimber, who stood down from the role at the commission’s 9 December annual general meeting.

Hampson, formerly chairman of the South East Juniors, brings a wealth of administrative experience to the commission - as CEO of the Bombers (1988-1996), Tasmanian Football League (1996-1998), the Melbourne Tigers (1998-1999) and the Victorian Canine Association. He is currently a teacher at St Peter’s College, Cranbourne.

Hampson was appointed chairman of the AFL Victoria DDJFL Working Party in 2009, overseeing the transition into what is now the South East Juniors.

He remained chair of the league following the transition.

“For the past five years we have focused on the stability, development and growth of the South East Juniors,” Hampson said.

“The opportunity to lead a team focused on the collective interests of the sport across the largest, most diverse and fastest growing regions in Victoria was a challenge that resonated with me.

“I look forward to focusing on the objectives of the commission’s recently released strategic plan and working with all stakeholders for the betterment of football in the region.”

Hampson takes up the post at the commission’s meeting in January.

He will be joined by two new commissioners - Ted Turner and Paddy McKenna - elected following the expansion of the commission’s board from five to seven members.

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Storm into Frankston for your super hero fix THIS summer grab your sunscreen, hat, bucket and spade and make your way down to Sand Sculpting Australia’s ‘Friends, Foes and Super Heroes’ exhibition.

Synonymous within Victoria as a must-do summer outing, the perfect day out for families awaits on the Frankston Waterfront.

This year’s exhibition, ‘Friends, Foes & Super Heroes’ will be display for four months from Boxing day the much loved and iconic Disney friendships, Pixar buddies, Marvel Super Heroes and Star Wars foes in towering sand sculptures.

Favorites from Disney, Pixar such as The Incredibles, Buzz, Woody, Lightning McQueen and Mater will be on display as large scale sand sculptures, as well as Marvels legendary super heroes Spider-Man, Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk and Thor.

Life sized sculptures of the beloved Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf from Disney’s Frozen – the biggest animated film of all time – will also be on display for visitors to enjoy as they journey through the magical sand pathways from Boxing Day 2014.

Star Wars fans of all ages are also sure to be amazed as Yoda, Jabba the Hut and the ultimate foe Darth Vader will be on display alongside the new generation Star Wars

Rebels.

The annual exhibition now in its eighth year is anticipated to be the most popular yet due to the exciting partnership with Walt Disney and the appeal of the theme for all ages. Last years ‘Story Land’ exhibition drew in over 130,000 visitors to the Frankston Waterfront to enjoy in the festivities, that is Sand Sculpting Australia.

Melbourne based professional sand sculptor Peter Redmond will once again carving with the Sand Sculpting Australia team this summer.

“Being able to have people appreciate what you do in real time, that’s what I really enjoy about this - the process of starting with nothing and ending up with a beautiful creation is what makes sand sculpting so outstanding.”

The Friends, Foes & Super Heroes exhibit will be on display daily from Boxing day 2014. For more information visit www.sandsculpting.com.au or 5986 6684.

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Fireworks and pets Fireworks can be a great way to mark a celebration, but may seem scary to some of our furry friends.

Legal and publicised events with fireworks allow us time to prepare with our pets, but illegal and unsuspected discharges can terrify animals and their natural instinct to ‘take flight’ becomes overwhelming.

Some very valuable advice is provided by RSPCA Victoria n Prepare early. n Talk to your vet about the treatment options available for managing noise phobias – ask them about any new treatment options. n Take your dog out for exercise before the fireworks start e.g. reasonably long walk, then after a couple of hours you can feed a meal. A tired and well-fed dog will be less anxious during the night. If you can, stay home to be with your pet. n Let your dog be with you and try to be calm and normal. Avoid fussing over your pet excessively but try to engage them in normal activities such as playing. Reward your dog for their calm behaviour; rewards include giving them treats and giving them their favourite dog toy. n Close the blinds/curtains create a comfortable hiding place and allow your dog to go to there to feel safe, put on some music or the TV to help mask the noise outside, and distract your dog with games and food. n Dogs who panic can choke themselves on a collar or lead, so never tether your dog during these times and never use a choke chain to restrain your dog. n Make sure your dog is micro-chipped and that your contact details are up to date on the microchip register. Also ensure they are wearing an ID tag so they can be easily returned if they accidentally escape.

n Direct supervision is important to help prevent injury or escape. If you cannot supervise your dog on the night consider making alternative arrangements so your dog will be supervised by a responsible person directly or consider boarding your dog so they will be safe.

What about cats, horses, rabbits and other pets?

Cats should be kept indoors during fireworks displays. Most cats will find somewhere safe to hide and will usually venture out when the noise stops. Make sure you cat is micro chipped and your details are up to date on the microchip register in case they wander and become lost.

Rabbits and other small animals like guinea pigs should be safely housed during the fireworks display.

Horses are particularly vulnerable to bolting when exposed to fireworks. If possible they should be securely stabled, or removed to a different location away from the fireworks display, and the risk of physical harm minimised.

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Creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky QUIRKY, macabre 1960s TV sitcom The Addams Family, based on the fictional characters created by American cartoonist, Charles Addams, has been transformed once again into a smash hit Broadway musical comedy. PLOS Musical Productions will bring the dark comedy into the bright lights of the Frankston Arts Centre opening on New Year’s Eve. Centered on a rich, eccentric, delightfully dark hearted American family with a wicked sense of humour, The Addams Family is one of the oddest assortment of characters to ever grace stage

or screen. This adaption for live theatre focuses on Mortica and Gomez’ daughter Wednesday, who is dating a ‘normal’ boy and the family’s consternation about it.

Don’t miss the chance to see this fabulous and funny play brought to you by the alwaysimpressive PLOS Musical Productions at Frankston Arts Centre opening Wednesday, December 31 at 5 pm running until Saturday, January 10. Dates, times and bookings at: www. plos.asn.au or 9784 1060.

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A Cuban ‘Revolucion’ highlights FAC 2015 program Cuba’s Ballet Revolucion, the brilliance of Miriam Margoyles, a different take on the Kelly gang’s story and the Frankston debut of the Sydney Dance Company highlight the 2015 Frankston Arts Centre program.

Margoyles loves Frankston so much she is coming back to FAC for the third time on 24 May with her new show, The Importance of being Miriam, bringing some of literature’s best known characters to life with a comedic twist in a way only Margoyles can deliver.

A hot-blooded mix of ballet, hip hop and contemporary dance, Ballet

Revolucion features the most talented performers from Cuba’s renowned dance school - Escuela Nacional Cubana de Arte – on 7 July.

Based on rumours from the Kelly gang’s legendary ending, Kelly centres on the day of Ned’s hanging and the appearance of his brother Dan, disguised as a priest and needing his brother’s blessing to flee to Queensland. See their intriguing final confrontation at the FAC on 16 May. De Novo features three eye-catching performances from the Sydney Dance Company’s finest dances on 15 August, complete with the music of

Nick Wales and Sarah Blasko.

In total the FAC 2015 program contains 24 performances, with other highlights including Wot? No Fish!! from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Evelyn Krape, the Ibijerri Theatre Company and - for the 16th time - the Melbourne Comedy Festival.

For those who love a classic, there’s Hamlet by Bell Shakespeare, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra playing Mozart and Roald Dahl’s classic Revolting Rhymes and Dirty Beasts.

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A decade of Between the Bays

NOW in its tenth year, Between the Bays is firmly established as Mornington Peninsula’s best, annual music festival on the summer calendar.

Locals and visitors alike have joined together over the last decade to enjoy a plethora of musical talent in a family-friendly festival atmosphere.

Over the last ten years, Between the Bays has offered music lovers a festival option that is safe and entertaining for everyone, is inexpensive and has an all-inclusive community feel. This year crowds will welcome back BTB favourites James Reyne, Mark Seymour and Custard, along with some amazing new acts.

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year all kids’ activities, rides and workshops are included in the child/ student ticket price - no need for wristbands. Kids will enjoy an incredible and varied range of activities to ride on, jump on, watch, create, explore and join in. At Between the Bays kids have heaps of fun and learn at the same time.

And when you get a little peckish, Between the Bays offers a huge range of culinary delights to help fuel you for this exciting day. From a simple sausage sizzle and ice-cream treats, to delights such as wood-fired pizzas, calamari, vegetarian options and wonderful coffee. There are plenty of kid-friendly options as well! And don’t forget - you can pack your own picnic to bring along (no glass).

The Between the Bays bar offers a great range of products to enjoy throughout the event. Drinks will be available from the time the gates open. There is even a free water station so bring your water bottle to refill throughout the day.

If you don’t want to be worried about driving, once again there will be a shuttle bus to and from Between the Bays with two pick up/drop off points connecting with public transport. The shuttle bus will run throughout the day and into the evening.

For those who want the convenience of the car, there is plenty of parking space however. The Lions Club manages the parking on the day and donations are gratefully accepted to the group on site.

Between the Bays happens at Penbank, located at the end of Rickards Road in Moorooduc, Mornington Peninsula (Google Maps) approximately 1 hour south of Melbourne.

Festival Gates open at 1pm on Saturday 28th February 2015. The first act will start at approximately 2pm.

The last band will finish at approximately 10.30pm.

All proceeds raised by Between the Bays goes to Penbank School’s partnership with the Wugularr School in the Northern Territory. For more information on Penbank School and the Wugubank Partnership visit www. penbank.vic.edu.au

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The Peninsula - An artisitic inspiration Mornington Peninsula continues to charm artists from around Australia.

The most recent visitor to fall under its spell is Queensland artist David Hinchliffe whose works are on display at Manyung Gallery in Sorrento and Mt Eliza.

Hinchliffe spent several weeks in November-December painting on the peninsula, particularly around Portsea and Sorrento. A former Deputy Mayor of Brisbane, he’s become a firm fan of the peninsula declaring it one of the “most inspiring landscapes in the world”. He exhibits in New York (where his 2014 show sold out), London, Paris, Stockholm, Hong Kong and Singapore. He has resumed his international artistic career after a quarter century in Queensland politics where he served as Brisbane’s Deputy Mayor to Campbell Newman.

“Painting has always been my passion,” says Hinchliffe. “ I’ve now had more than 60 solo exhibitions over 40 solid years including my time when I was in council. Now I can devote every waking hour to it.

Sorrento and Portsea have been truly inspiring. I can understand why the likes of Streeton, Pugh, Percival and Boyd spent so much creative time here. There’s a special light in the air, colours that are co scantly changing with the moods of the day and a landscape that surprises at every turn.

“Most of my work around the world is about interpreting cities and streetscapes, but in Sorrento and Portsea, I’ve returned to my

The exhibition opens at noon on Saturday 20th December and runs until Thursday 8th January.

love of landscapes. I still have the occasional streetscape in the body of work I’ve done here, but no artist could spend time in this special part of the world without painting that glorious bay, the profusion of jetties the constantly changing light from dawn through to sunset and of course the remarkable local vegetation including the Moona trees.”

The exhibition continues 20 December to 8 January, 2015 at Manyung Gallery, 113a Ocean Beach Road, Sorrento.

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PETER Scullin Reserve will light up from Boxing Day when Smart Amusements brings back the Mordialloc Summer Christmas Carnival. Notably absent for many years, the Mordialloc Carnival was a favorite haunt for the young and the young at heart from the 1920s but disappeared off the calendar 40 years ago.

This year the carnival is back, running from Boxing Day until January 5. Come along and enjoy the summer activities with all your favorite rides including dodgem cars, expo wheel, cha cha, fun slide, water balls, and bungee trampolines.

Activities will kick off at 4pm and run until 9pm each night.

Husband and wife owners of Smart Amusements, Jane and Jay Jones, have been supplying amusement rides and setting up events for many years and realized they could do something very special in Mordialloc.

“A lot of people in Mordialloc remember the carnival from so many years ago. It was always very popular and we decided to put plans in place to bring it back,” says Jane. “We put together an application to the council and the mayor loved the idea. We got support from the Mordialloc Sporting Club and Ray White Real Estate, and it has all come together this year.”

Jane says the centerpiece of the carnival will be the huge Ferris wheel, and people can come along and enjoy all the fun activities they love in a carnival.

“Essentially this was my husband’s idea. He works around the area a lot and when he found out there used to be a carnival there, decided to look into bringing it back. The rest is history,” she says.

Running Smart Amusements it was a natural

progression for the couple to put their time and expertise into the reinvention of the Mordialloc Carnival. As an amusement hire business, they supply rides, games and food to school fetes, and hire equipment to local council events.

“We do a few of our own events but particularly more so we work with local councils with their events,” says Jane, who along with her husband, has been working on the concept since July this year. “We hope this will be an annual event and the start of a long future for the carnival.”

For further information on the Mordialloc Christmas Summer Carnival go to www. smartamusements.com.au or phone 9555 6606 Monday - Friday.

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