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Flying high Frankston High School student Guy Taylor took to the sky at the Moomba Birdman Rally to raise funds for Dogs for Kids with Disabilities. See story Page 3. Picture: Supplied
Silence on Baxter line business case Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au FRANKSTON MP Paul Edbrooke has remained tight lipped on the progress of a business case investigating the extension of the Frankston line to Baxter. Mr Edbrooke did not answer questions from The Times asking for an update of when the case would be completed. The $3 million business case, paid for with federal funding, was started in April of last year. The media release
play politics over the issue, instead of putting our community first, by both delaying the commencement of the business plan to begin with and now delaying the completion of the business plan. “My aim is still for the project to commence in late 2019, and Labor need to finish the business plan, contribute funding towards the project and allow it to commence as soon as possible. Labor’s delays continue to push back the potential start date for the project build,” he said. “This project is so important for
our kids, our grandkids, our parents, our seniors and our community in the connectivity and opportunity it will provide, and I hope we can work in a bipartisan fashion to get this project underway.” Prime Minister Scott Morrison reaffirmed the government’s $228 million commitment in a visit to Leawarra Station in September of last year. Dunkley Labor candidate Peta Murphy said “A federal Labor government will move quickly to deliver the extension of the metro line to Baxter.” “70 per cent of the Liberal’s prom-
ised funding won’t flow for at least another four years, putting the project off into the never never. I will work to make sure that the extension of the line to Baxter becomes a reality.” The rail extension would see the rail duplicated and electrified to Baxter, with two new stations at Langwarrin and Frankston East constructed. The Victorian state Liberals had pledged to provide $225 million to the project if they won last year’s state election, which they went on to lose in a landslide.
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Brave Guy takes to the sky FRANKSTON High School student Guy Taylor has taken an aerial approach to raising funds for a charity helping children with disabilities. Guy took to the sky at Saturday’s Moomba Birdman rally to raise money for Dogs for Kids with Disabilities, a charity that trains dogs to act as companion animals for young locals with a range of different disabilities. Guy, the deputy school captain, said he was called upon to help by his fellow leaders at Frankston High School.
“Last year we sat down and had a meeting, the school wanted to get a team together for the Birdman rally. They wanted someone who was a bit older so they asked me,” Guy said. “The school chose to raise money for Dogs for Kids with Disabilities. It’s an awesome cause. For families it really has a massive impact, some people can’t leave the house without their dogs. It provides freedom for families. I think it’s a great cause and I want to help give more attention to them.”
Guy said his Birdman flying craft was put together by younger students at the school. “The school handled putting together the craft, the students helped with all the hands on work. Mainly the Year 9 class helped put it together.” Guy said he was supported on the day by school friends and the wider community. More information on Dogs for Kids with Disabilities at dkd.org.au
FRANKSTON Council are “reviewing documentation” to see if they will be made to pay back parking fines to motorists. A number of councils including Kingston will be forced to refund millions to motorists after it was found their process for appeals was improper. Frankston mayor Michael O’Reilly said “council is aware of the issue and is reviewing documentation, however at this stage is not in the position to make further comment. “Residents with any concerns are encouraged to contact Council who will record their details and make contact once a full investigation has been undertaken.” Neighbouring Kingston Council confirmed they will refund over $2 million in parking fines after they discovered their process for reviewing fine appeals may have been improper. Kingston Council had outsourced their appeal process for fines to an external agency between 2006 and 2016, a process that council now believes is in violation of the Infringements Act 2006. When asked if council had outsourced its parking fine appeals processes at any point, Frankston Council provided a short statement that said
“council brought all parking services in-house in March 2014. From 20072014 parking services were managed by Tenix, who operated alongside Council officers.” Kingston mayor Georgina Oxley said fines issued in the municipality that were unsuccessfully appealed and then paid between 2006 and 2016 would be refunded. She estimated around 20,000 fines worth around $2.3 million would be impacted. “It is common for councils, and potentially some state agencies, to outsource the issuing of infringement tickets to an external contractor, however there have been concerns raised that the legislation may not allow external agencies to conduct appeals,” Cr Oxley said. “In 2016 we received advice that, although the wording of the act wasn’t clear, our processes were acceptable. We wanted to remove any confusion and since 2016 have conducted all reviews ourselves. However, we recently received updated advice and council now believes that the introduction of the act meant the final decision of the review should not have been outsourced, and that council rather than its contractor should have undertaken the review. “For that reason, we want to be fair and transparent and therefore will be refunding appealed fines during the 10 year period.”
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Forum to attract women to politics REBEL Liberal-turned-independent MP Julia Banks and Victorian Liberal Party deputy leader Cindy McLeish headline a forum at Langwarrin this month designed to encourage more women to enter politics. The inaugural Louisa Dunkley Women in Politics Forum – organised by the Committee for Greater Frankston – is a 12-2pm lunch on Thursday 28 March at McClelland Gallery’s new Sarah and Baillieu Myer Education Pavilion. The committee’s chief executive Ginevra Hosking said public debate about the underrepresentation of women in politics had inspired the event. “Our two guest speakers will talk about their experiences in politics before we ask for questions from the audience.” She said there would be opportunities before and after the forum for attendees to network with the region’s women politicians, business and community leaders. Committee chair Fred Harrison said the committee would be sponsoring 10 female students from secondary schools in Dunkley to attend the forum. “We hope they will gain more of an insight into politics and become leaders of the future,” he said. The catalyst for recent public discussion about under-representation of women in politics was Julie Bishop receiving just 11 votes during the Liberal Party leadership spill last August, one vote for every year she had been deputy leader. Ms Bishop announced last month she would retire from politics this year. Industrial Relations Minister Kelly O’Dwyer announced her retirement a month earlier. Last November, Ms Banks told the Parliament she would leave the Liberal Party and become an independent MP, saying there was an “entrenched anti-woman” bias. She said there was “bullying and intimidation” of women in politics. In January, Ms Banks announced she
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would challenge Liberal MP for Flinders Greg Hunt, a former colleague. In contrast, in Victoria last December Cindy McLeish was elected Victorian Liberal Party deputy, and Georgie Crozier was elected the Libs’ deputy leader in the upper house. And the re-elected state Labor government has 11 women and 11 men in its cabinet. Ms Hosking said that for Australia to have more women politicians “we need to start grassroots conversations, introduce more women to this career path and, importantly, continue to build informal networks that will empower the women who do represent us to be more effective”. She said it was an easy decision to name the forum after Louisa Dunkley. “Pioneering Australian women like Louisa Dunkley led the
world in calling for equal pay for equal work. She was a highly competent Morse code telegraphist, the only way to communicate rapidly over long distances before telephones and two-way radios. The job was considered one of the first high-technology professions of the modern era, but women were paid much less than men. The politically volatile Frankston-based federal seat of Dunkley is named after her.” Forum invitees include the Liberal MP for Dunkley, Chris Crewther, and his Labor opponent, Peta Murphy; state MPs from the region Sonya Kilkenny, Paul Edbrooke and Neil Burgess; and women councillors from Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula. Bookings: c4gf. com.au/events/ By Michael Hast, who works as a consultant for Committee for Greater Frankston
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POLICE are on the lookout for three people in relation to an alleged armed robbery at a milk bar on Hampden Avenue, 4 March, 6.30pm. Police believe three offenders arrived at the Frankston milk bar in a stolen vehicle, with two offenders entering the premises armed with hammers. They allege the two men, with their faces covered, entered the store and jumped over the counter making threats towards the female shop attendant. It is alleged that the men kicked the attendant and stole cigarettes and cash from the till. They fled the scene in the car they arrived in. A detailed description of the offenders could not be provided, but police said one of the men they are searching for was “obese”. The car used by the offenders to flee the scene was a grey 2012 Volkswagen Golf. The car was allegedly stolen from Mt Eliza in the early hours of 4 March. Police said they expect the car to have been driven around the Frankston and Hastings area. The car was recovered in Carrum Downs. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Long chase A MAN on a motorbike was arrested on 5 March after a chase that allegedly took police from Frankston to the city and back to Chadstone. Police initiated a pursuit of the man at the Warrandyte Road intersection
in Langwarrin, before he allegedly fled along Frankston-Cranbourne Road. His bike had no number plate. He was arrested and charged.
Weapon attack POLICE have arrested a man after he allegedly attacked another man with a “large edged weapon”. Frankston Police said that a fight had broken out at a Clyde Street apartment building between parties they said were ‘known to each other” in the early hours of 3 March. It is alleged that a 28 year-old Moorabbin male used a weapon to attack a 25-year-old Moorabbin male. Police said the 25-year-old received a “substantial gash” to his arm,” and that he “discharged himself” from Frankston Hospital. The 28-year-old Moorabbin man was arrested and is expected to face the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court and an unconfirmed date. He did not post bail.
Speedy pursuit POLICE arrested a man in Frankston after he was allegedly riding on the wrong side of the road at speeds of up to 170 kph on his motorbike. Police allege the man was speeding down Dandenong Frankston road at around 3.30am on 1 March. The man allegedly dumped his bike in Crib Point and fled through the bushes. The K9 unit was deployed during the arrest. The man was arrested with cuts and
abrasions on his legs, and given first aid. The man initially was carrying a female passenger, but police said he had stopped to let her off during the pursuit. Somerville Highway patrol are continuing the investigation.
Where’s wallet? GLEN Eira CIU detectives are investigating the theft of a wallet allegedly taken from a vehicle in Cheltenham. Police were told that the wallet was taken from a car on Davie Avenue overnight between 13 and 14 February. The credit card allegedly stolen was used at stores in Cheltenham, Highett and Clayton between 8.15am and 9.30am on 14 February by a man perceived as Caucasian with a solid build and short hair. He was wearing a navy t-shirt with NY on the front, dark shorts, a navy jacket tied around his waist, a dark baseball hat and glasses. Police have released an image of a man they said they “believe may be able to assist with their enquiries.” Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
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Have you seen this man? FRANKSTON Crime Investigation Unit detectives have released a composite image of a man wanted for questioning over a scam allegedly being run in Carrum and Seaford. Police are stepping up their search for several men in relation to “fraud offences”. The men have allegedly been running their scam under the false name of First Choice Home Solutions. They are described as being in their 20s and speaking with Irish accents. Police believe they drive a small white vam and offer tradie services to people. One woman is alleged to have been scammed out of $29,000 by the men. Police said they urge “the community to check the credentials of tradesmen, especially before accepting unsolicited offers of service.” Anyone who may has information on the men or the group or with any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au AN image of a man wanted on fraud offences
The CSIRO is leading studies into the likely effects of climate change along the Port Phillip coastline. “This project is an important piece of the puzzle in understanding what climate change means for Victoria’s natural and built environments,” Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) project manager, Dr Tamara van Polanen Petel said. The project – which involves government departments and bayside municipalities - will assess the extent of three key coastal hazards: inundation, coastal erosion, and groundwater change – under several climate change scenarios. “We know that climate change is happening, and we know that it can create coastal hazards,” Ms van Polanen Petel said. “What we don’t currently understand is the extent of those hazards and the kind of impacts we will see along the coastline.” Ms van Polanen Petel said climate change could lead to flooded roads, eroded cliffs and “inland POLICE have released a CCTV image of a man they believe can assist with their inquiries related to an attempted robbery
Train incident TRANSIT detectives are investigating the attempted robbery of items belonging to a 55-year-old man who boarded a Frankstonbound train at Richmond station, 1.18am, 4 August last year. They have released this image of a man, above, seen getting off the train at Kananook station who may be able to assist with their inquiries. He was last seen walking towards the Frankston CBD. Mornington man in a Mazda BT50 was turning right into George Street when hit by a Toyota Hi Ace van. He was taken to Frankston Hospital for treatment. Investigations are continuing.
waters becoming saltier”. “It’s important that this modelling work happens so that land managers, including government departments and councils, can consider how best to plan for, build and manage coastal areas in the years to come.” The Port Phillip Bay Coastal Hazard Assessment is the fifth assessment of its kind in Victoria, with similar studies being completed for Western Port, Port Fairy, Bellarine/Corio Bay and Gippsland Lakes/90 Mile Beach The CSIRO will draw on data from across government, industry and research sectors with a view to completing the assessment early next year. Ms van Polanen Petel said DELWP is working closely with 10 bay-area councils – including Frankston and Mornington Peninsula - Parks Victoria, Melbourne Water, the bay’s two catchment management authorities, the Association of Bayside Municipalities and traditional owners. Keith Platt
Reward for cutting down on waste THREE local businesses have been recognised for going “above and beyond” to practice responsible waste management. Eeny Meeny, Breathe Hair, and Bendigo Bank were all certified as “bay friendly businesses” by Frankston Council for their work in reducing litter and cutting down on their waste. The mayor Michael O’Reilly said council had “worked with the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) Victoria and volunteer group 3199 Frankston Beach Patrol, to engage local businesses in the city centre to help each business improve their impact on the environment.” “More than 200 local businesses were engaged through our Bay Friendly Businesses program, with the assistance of the Victorian Govern-
ment. Throughout the program Council provided education and ideas to help businesses improve their waste management practices and identify opportunities for waste reduction and some cost savings,” Cr O’Reilly said. “It’s great to see so many businesses taking steps to reduce their impact on the environment. I congratulate those businesses who went above and beyond to minimise stormwater pollution, waste and litter.” Cr O’Reilly said the three businesses recognised as “bay friendly businesses” had achieved the status by engaging in practices such as not distributing plastic bags, using paper straws, and using more recyclable materials.
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Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au OFF leash dog areas may be fenced off and dog poo bags will be made more readily available as part of a trial by Kingston Council. Kingston Council voted unanimously on 25 February to “undertake community consultation regarding the implementation of fencing the existing dog off-leash areas at Iluka Reserve, Aspendale and Roy Dore Reserve, provide customers with greater access to free dog-poo bags in civic and other community and animal related facilities, and implement a trial of a dog-poo bag dispenser in reserves in each Ward including Bicentennial Park, Iluka Reserve, Namatjira Reserve, and Spring Road Reserve.” The motion was moved by Cr David Eden, who said “we talk a lot about dog poo and toilets in our municipality so hopefully we can get this right so we can move on.” He said a key part of the poo bag trial would be determining a suitable material for the bag. “We’re looking at trialling dog poo collection bags. It’s particularly relevant at this stage looking at recycling and plastics across Australia to look at what materials we use there,” he said at the council meeting. “Having a look at the materials, there are new types of water and bacteria resistant papers. Our officers will look into that. We will have a trial and we will report back. A lot of residents have said that they would rather a bag with dog poo go into landfill than the poo just sitting there in the reserve and go through the house with poo on their shoes. “People on other councils talk about the bags, if we get rid of all the bags we need a solution. If we’re going to stop something we need a solution and hopefully coming up with the right kind of bag will address those concerns.” The mayor Cr Georgina Oxley said “I think
Grants open APPLICATIONS are open for community grants in need of a funding boost. The ratepayer funded grants can be applied for by groups or individuals. “Community grants are a great opportunity for community and sporting organisations to improve their role in the community,” the mayor Cr Michael O’Reilly said. “I encourage community and sporting organisations to consider applying for the available grants.” The following grants are open for applications: n Urgent grants n Environmental sustainability grants n Neighbourhood grants n Youth action grants n Community group membership drive Applications close 23 May. More information at frankston.vic.gov.au
Dog proof fence: Putting up fences at off leash dog areas such as Roy Dore Reserve in Carrum is being discussed by Kingston Council. Picture: Gary Sissons
the dog poo bag dispensers are something we’ve been talking about a very long time. Other municipalities have them and we’re a little bit behind the eight ball. I think it’s the lesser of two evils as far as plastic and dog poo.” The idea to consult with the community on erecting fences at off leash dog areas was also supported by councillors. “Effectively we’re going back to the South Ward community and consulting on two possible locations for a dog off leash area. Both of these areas we’ve got some mapping that we’ve done and they both look like suitable areas that you can fence off with minimal disturbance. We
will be going out for consultation with residents whether they are for or against this proposal,” Cr Eden said. Cr Oxley said “since discussion with South Ward community members about the off leash dog area at Edithvale Foreshore, which we then subsequently resolved not to continue and pursue with, we have had a number of requests for fenced off leash areas. These aren’t necessarily new off leash areas, they are just providing greater assistance to both dog owners and people who want to visit the reserve for the playgrounds with their children and don’t want dogs coming over.”
FEDERAL Labor has promised to bring in 40 full time jobs within the Department of Human Services to Dunkley if it wins the next election. Dunkley Labor candidate Peta Murphy said the jobs would help to relieve pressure and reduce waiting and processing times at Centrelink and Medicare. “I’m out talking with locals everyday, who tell me time and again about their frustrations dealing with under resourced and understaffed Centrelink,” she said. “This commitment of 40 news jobs is great for workers and it’s great for the local economy, injecting around $3 million into our region and it’s great for local families and pensioners who rely on Centrelink to assist them. Frankston Centrelink is a hub for our region, and this commitment will more than double its capacity to help locals.” She said the support from Centrelink would help over 18,000 pensioners, 5000 disability support pensioners, and over 22,000 welfare recipients in Dunkley claim their payments. Shadow minister for human services Ed Husic said “Medicare and Centrelink services help people when they need it most, medical rebates for the sick, processing aged care pensions, child care support, disability support pensions and carers’ allowance payments.” Centrelink jobs: Dunkley candidate Peta Murphy and Ed Husic MP promised jobs at Centrelink if Labor wins the election. Picture: Supplied
Local speakers set for library VISITORS to Frankston Library are set to hear from authors with a local point of view, with two more writers booked in for the next month. Frankston resident Ray Scott has authored three crime novels, and will be visiting the library to discuss them and answer questions. He will be appearing at 1pm, 23 March to discuss his books The Fifth Identity, Cut to the Chase and The Wimmera Shoot. On 3 April, author John Bottern will be appearing at the library to discuss his book Save Akili. Bottern was born on a farm in Kenya and said he grew up surrounded by wild animals such as zebras, giraffes, lions and hyenas. Save Akili tells the sale of a teenager and an elephant who work together to fight off poachers. He will be at the library from 6pm. Booking for both free events can be made at 9784 1020 or library.frankston.vic.gov.au/
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Labor enters campaign for Flinders Keith Platt keith@baysidenews.com.au The battle for the seat of Flinders in the May federal election became a threecornered contest on Friday with Labor announcing Josh Sinclair as its candidate. Mr Sinclair was campaign manager for Chris Brayne, who won the seat of Nepean in last year’s (24 November) state election. He was later appointed as Mr Brayne’s office manager. Mr Sinclair’s official endorsement by
Labor follows reports last month that Tracee Hutchison would be the party’s candidate. However, Ms Hutchison, a broadcaster and journalist, later said she would not be a candidate despite giving it serious consideration and being “flooded” with support and encouragement. Held for the Liberal Party by Greg Hunt since 2001, Flinders is also being contested by former Liberal and now independent, Julia Banks (“Hunt under pressure of coup fallout” The Times 6/2/19). Ms Banks, elected as a Liberal to
the seat of Chisholm in 2016, quit the party in the wake of the overthrow of Malcolm Turnbull as prime minister. The party’s MPs elected Scott Morrison as prime minister after an unsuccessful leadership attempt by Peter Dutton and Mr Hunt to become prime minister and deputy party leader. The state seat of Nepean won by Mr Brayne with Mr Sinclair as his campaign manager, had been held by Martin Dixon for the Liberals by 16 years. The Liberal candidate, Russell Joseph, blamed the turmoil following the overthrow of Mr Turnbull for much of the
party’s loss of support on the Mornington Peninsula.. Mr Joseph said the “Dutton-Hunt ticket” was “particularly felt down here [on the peninsula]”. He said it was a problem that he felt would linger and affect the outcome of the coming federal election. Giving further impetus to the Flinders campaign will be next week’s a “federal election launch” in Mornington by the left wing lobby group, GetUp. The organisation’s pre-launch publicity urges voters to “learn more about
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that strategy and the role you can play in your community to help knock off the hard right MPs who are wrecking our politics”. Mr Sinclair said on Friday that he did not know about GetUp’s impending involvement in Flinders. “I’m just relieved that [Labor] can start campaigning as from today,” he said. “I wanted to make sure we chose a local candidate with a strong local connection. “Thankfully, the administrative committee and local branches agreed [to my candidature].”
THE proposal by German-based Kaufland for a super store at Mornington remains up in the air despite the company being given the go ahead for stores at Dandenong, Chirnside Park and Epping. The state government was last week boasting about attracting “one of the world’s largest retailers to Victoria in a move that will create more than 1500 jobs and inject almost half a billion dollars into the state’s economy”. Mornington Peninsula Shire and a growing number of residents are objecting to Kaufland being allowed to build on the Bata shoe factory in Nepean Highway. Economic development minister Tim Pallas joined Kaufland Australia managing director Julia Kern on Friday (8 March) for the announcement at the site of the company’s Mickleham distribution centre. Kaufland, which has more than 1230 stores and 150,000 employees across Europe, is said to be investing $459 million and creating 1600 jobs in establishing its stores and headquarters in Victoria. Government spokesperson Crys Ja said a decision on the Mornington store – one of three that are the subject of an independent advisory committee planning process – “could still be months away”. The mayor Cr David Gill says a Kaufland store in Mornington would have “major implications” for the town. “The proposed location is on the border of the green wedge [zone] and will destroy the prominent entry gateway to Mornington,” he said. (“Public urged to oppose Kaufland bid” The News 22/1/19). “The establishment of such a major retail site on industrial land outside the Mornington activity centre could have a major impact on the retail economy within the Mornington village and result in vacant shops along Main Street. “Proper planning takes decades and one bad decision can ruin our strategy for shopping precincts overnight.” Oakbank Road resident Janet Street – who lives near the proposed site – said the development included a 430 vehicle car park and 4000 square metre retail outlet “which will directly compete with established retailers in the shopping precinct”. “A 20-metre sign will be the first thing people will see when driving into Mornington, the gateway to the Mornington Peninsula,” she said. Mr Pallas said planning approval for the first three stores was “a huge notch on Victoria’s belt”.
Bay’s gummy shark stocks in decline Keith Platt keith@baysidenews.com.au Fishing charter boat operator Charlie Micallef, who knows a thing or two about catching gummy sharks, believes their numbers are dropping in Port Phillip. The Victorian Fisheries Authority oversees regulations that set bag limits at two sharks (minimum 48 centimetres long) a person for recreational anglers and total commercial operations at 1700 tonnes a year. The authority rates the gummy shark population of Port Phillip as “sustainable”, but warns “sea level rise and changes in sea temperature associated with climate change are of potential concern to gummy shark biological stocks, since the habitats they use as nursery and feeding grounds are potentially prone to the effects of climate change”. Mr Micallef, who is regularly fishing on the bay, sees things differently. He says just two gummy sharks were taken in 22 trips made by his Rye-based Savage Seas Adventures company in late 2018 and earlier this year. The problem, he believes, is the catching and killing of pregnant gummy sharks. Port Phillip is seen as a nursery for gummy sharks and Mr Micallef says he has endured 10 years of being given the run around by politicians and being told, “there’s plenty of [gummy sharks], so it doesn’t matter. “If fisheries don’t do something
Back to the nursery: Charlie Micallef about to release a female gummy shark off Sorrento. The charter fishing boat operator says gummy sharks can be safely returned to the water even after time is taken for them to be photographed. Picture: Supplied
soon there will be a problem,” he said. “I hate to think what will happen if we continue to do what we’re doing.” Mr Micallef can be compared to the gamekeeper who ensures that animals or birds are living and breeding in a hospitable environment so that they are then available to hunters. He wants an “immediate stop” to the taking of pregnant gummy sharks. “At this stage, anyone can kill a pregnant large female gummy shark. The sharks swim for two years pregnant and then come into Port Phillip to have their pups, and there can be up to 50 pups a litter,” Mr Micallef says.
“There are no rules on putting back large sharks that are pregnant, this needs to change.” In calling for an end to the killing of pregnant gummies, Mr Micallef cites the efforts of the Project Banjo community group which led to regulations protecting stingrays, skates and guitar fish (“Bay rays win protection” The News 7/11/17). However, the same sort of protection afforded the rays is not being contemplated by the VFA. “Gummy shark stocks are in terrific shape and have been assessed as highly sustainable,” VFA communica-
tions manager Marc Ainsworth told The News. He said offshore commercial fisheries provided “fresh flake to local markets, restaurants and fish and chip shops for everyone to enjoy”. Bag and size limits enforced by fisheries officers ensured sustainable fishing. “Most anglers don’t catch breeding sharks. Our surveys show these are very rare events,” Mr Ainsworth said. Michael Burgess, executive officer of VRFish, “the voice of recreational fishing in Victoria”, said pregnant sharks were easy to identify and “we’re
asking people to release them”. He said there were no “signals” showing any dangers in reduced levels of gummy shark numbers, but would like to see more evidence “to decide what we can meaningfully do to ensure their survival”. Mr Burgess said “we’re seeing evidence that people are generally doing the right thing”. Mr Micallef said it was “morally wrong” that records were not kept of the number of pregnant gummies being caught. Making sure that anglers were forced to release pregnant female gummies would ensure the survival of the species in Port Phillip. Having large numbers of gummies to catch in the bay would “bring a lot of income to the southern peninsula, just like the barramundi in Darwin and the southern bluefin tuna in Portland”. Businesses would profit and “towns will boom” with increased winter fishing as “the gummies are here all the time”. “It just makes sense to put pregnant animals back.” Mr Micallef said it was easy to identify a pregnant gummy shark and there were ways to catch and release without the fish being injured. “They don’t have any teeth, so they’re easy to set free. You can have a picture taken and then return them to the water. “You can see it happen, they give a kick and they’re off. It’s beautiful to watch.”
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Official opening of Village Glen Mornington VILLAGE Glen is well known on the Mornington Peninsula for Village Glen Retirement Living in Capel Sound, a premium retirement community that “has it all” and has been thriving for 40 years. Over the last seven years Village Glen has worked tirelessly in the Aged Care space, opening up an incredibly luxurious facility in Capel Sound in 2014 where care meets state of the art. Village Glen’s most recent project has been Village Glen at Mornington. A brand-new campus that offers the best facilities and equipment in aged care. But more importantly creates that feeling of home. Walk the corridors and you are met
with pops of colour of teals, blues and burnt mustards. The comfortable furniture scattered throughout, reading nooks and game corners are all key to creating a space that is full of warmth and you certainly couldn’t miss the beautiful photographs of Africa on the walls (taken by Chas Jacobsen, founder and managing director of the Village Glen Group and his family when they took a trip to Africa in 2017). As Chas himself said “I wanted to create a real home for residents, and as I am a builder by trade, this is where my passion is. I am proud to say Village Glen at Mornington is just that, a home”. Village Glen at Mornington has all the facilities that a resident could want
or need with a sports green, cocktail bar, hair and beauty salon, physio zone, vegetable garden and more, but we think a home is created by much more than just the best facilities. It comes from the comfort and warmth of a space and most importantly the people that are in it, the caring team of people that 24 hours, seven days a week, care for our elderly. This is why Village Glen’s motto is ‘where it is all about people’. Village Glen at Mornington proudly opened its doors in July 2018, with the official opening on Saturday 23rd February 2019. The facility was graciously opened and welcomed by Hon, Greg Hunt MP as Minister for Health and Member for Flinders. The
residents and their families, along with staff and visitors, witnessed Greg Hunt and Chas Jacobsen who were also joined by two very special residents, Neil Charge who moved in on the day the facility opened, and Evelyn Harvey the oldest resident at 102 years old, to cut the ribbon to officially open Village Glen at Mornington. As Greg Hunt explains “Chas and the whole Jacobsen family have been a key pillar of Peninsula aged care for decades, with three generations of the family now directly involved in supporting our local community. This new facility will allow them to assist even more families on the Mornington Peninsula and it was an honour to join Chas, Neil and Evelyn to official-
ly open Village Glen Mornington.” Village Glen also opened its doors to the public on this day for an “Open Day,” giving the community the chance to have a look at all Village Glen offers. Visitors couldn’t miss the beautiful bay views which Mornington is famous for. Who wouldn’t want to wake up every morning to that view! They got the chance to have a play on the sports green and some lucky visitors got to stop at the cocktail bar for a drink, a snag and to enjoy some live music while on a tour of the facility. If you’d like to organise a private tour of Village Glen, call us today on 1300 VILL GLEN (1300 8455 4536) or visit www.villageglen.com.au
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The Great Outdoor and 4X4 Expo is heading to the peninsula this weekend from March 14 to 17. The four day event, the first to be held at Mornington Racecourse, will showcase everything from the latest Caravans, Motorhomes, Campervans, Camper trailers and Hybrid campers, 4WD's and 4 x 4 accessories to metal detectors, Boats, Pontoon/Party Boats as well as fishing gear, demonstrations and activities for the whole family. Many exhibitors will be offering show specials, so make sure you drop in and grab yourself a bargain. There are some fantastic door prizes to be won by just attending the expo. U93-U94 U95
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Ezytrail Campbellfield
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Dr Drum
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Lotus Caravans Concept & Newlands Caravans Freestyle RVs
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Pain Pod
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Shedfast
BayMarine Ocean Master Boats SeaStar Boats PL
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Spice Islands
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Willow RV
BJ Enterprises Fryair Ezysafe Zeropak
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Centaur Products Australia
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Billabong Custom Caravans
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Safewheels
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RV Sales Centre
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Aussie Outdoor Mates
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Bailey Vic Pty Ltd Bailey Australia Caravans
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Mickey Blu Seacoast
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On the Move Caravans
El Toro Feliz Telephoto lenses for smartphones
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Austrack Campers
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Caravan Touring Solutions
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Jockey Wheel Buddy
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Peninsula RV Centre We Buy Cars PL
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Showdem Promotions
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Melbourne City Caravans
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Aqua Max Water Filtrations
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Full Boar Fourbie Drawers
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Generator Place
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Slot Me In The Wedge Firepit
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Transcool 12V Portable Air Coolers
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Camperoad Australia
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Advanced Therapy
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MW Toolbox
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Ocam 4x4 Accessories
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Caravan Court Pedigree Caravans
U22, U23, Shannons Insurance U29 & U30
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Spika PL- Hunting & Outdoor Equipment & Apparel
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Cove Training Public First Aid Training Courses
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Whittley Cruisers Victorian Boat Sales
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Defibrillators Australia
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Star Vision Pty Ltd
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Weigh Station
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Stoney Creek Campers
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Patriot Campers Lifestyle Campers Camping Adventures
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Bluewater Campers
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Regent Caravans-Green RV
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Ian Grants Caravans Essential Caravans
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Melbourne Camper Trailer Centre
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PJ’s 4 x 4
U12 & U19 Satphone Shop
Great Escape Caravans
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Sundowner RV Hilltop Caravans
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Fantasy Caravan
Prize sites
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Lagoon Caravan
Catering
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Yarra Valley Campers
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Mornington Mitsubishi Mornington Isuzu Ute
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Rhino 4 x 4
Moose Marine
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Highway Caravans Vacationer Caravans
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CarVision
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Malandy Outdoor
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Turmerix
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Southern Cross Camping
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Newnique Shoes
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All About Candy Confectionary & Lubricants
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Achieve Peak Health Australia Pty Ltd
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Step Forward Orthotics
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Starmop PL
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Ezi-Seal Lids & Bag Sealers
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CPR Gutter Protection
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Salami Shack
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Thermal Cookware
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Oppi Innovations
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Tony’s Tackle
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Elite RV Auto-Trail
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Regal Marine
Van Cruiser Caravans
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Lumberjack Campers
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Dyneema Rope
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Carac Workshop Country Comfort First Aid Minelab X-TERRA First Aid Kit Training Course Caravan Service Hot water Service from Defibrillators 705 from from Malandy from Carac from Cove Training Miners Den Australia Valued at $399 Valued at $399 Valued at $500 Valued at $749 Valued at $270
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Gotya Covered Seat Covers Pty Ltd
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Gecko Campers
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Transport Safety Victoria Maritime Safety Victoria
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Kelmatt
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Amazing Caravans Jurgens Caravans
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Crusader Caravans
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Wangaratta Caravans Next Gen Caravans
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Retreat Caravans Luxury RV’s
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Bellarine Caravans Blue Sky Caravans
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Atlantic Caravans
U31 - U33 Werevr 4x4 Accessories U34 & U35 Miners Den Australia U36
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Smartek PL
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Freshly Squeezed Water
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Filko Cleaning Products
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Blade Electric Bikes
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Lyal Eales
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Deaf Lottery Australia
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Lowerlec LED Lighting
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Multihull Central Inflatable Catamaran
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EnviroPro Alternatives Pty Ltd
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Possums die during four days of heat Stephen Taylor steve@baysidenews.com.au WILDLIFE rescuers have been stunned by the hundreds of native animals killed during last weekend’s searing heat. Australian Wildlife Protection Council secretary Eve Kelly said wildlife shelter volunteers, vets and residents did the best they could to ease the animals’ suffering. However, they were powerless to prevent the “terrible suffering of ringtail possums as they struggled to cope with the relentless temperatures” over four days of high temperatures. “Many possums simply dropped out of their nests, unable to survive the scorching heat; others made their way into the sea trying desperately to cool down,” Ms Kelly said. “Mass deaths were reported by rescuers along the waterline on Somers beach. Similarly heat-affected animals could be found of the other side of the peninsula at Capel Sound, Fingal and Gunnamatta beaches, on streets in Mt Martha and along the Frankston Freeway. Scores more were hit and killed on the roads throughout the peninsula.” Ms Kelly said residents could play a bigger part in easing the animals’ suffering. “In a heatwave it is really important to leave shallow dishes of water out in your garden for local wildlife, keep your pets away from wildlife in distress and if you come across wildlife in distress call wildlife rescue groups for help and/or advice,” she said.
ROADSIDE rescue: A heatdistressed ringtail possum is given a drink on the side of the road. Many possums were hit as they lay on the searing bitumen or tried to cross roads in search of water (Picture: Debbie Molenkamp Facebook). Inset: Help came too late for these dead ringtail possums gathered by rescuers on Somers Beach.
“If you come across a ringtail possum on the ground you can place a towel over its head and the rest of the body, place it in a cardboard box and bring inside. Also, place a small dish of water in the box, do not try to force it to drink, and keep it dark and quiet.
“If the possum seems to have recovered by the evening and the temperature has cooled down, it should be OK to release it back where you found it, but please ask for advice if unsure. “If you come across a dead possum always check to see if it has young on its
back on in the pouch and call for help.” Organisations to call: Wildlife Victoria 1300 094 535, 7.30am-7pm Monday to Friday and 8am-6.30pm weekends. Animalia Wildlife Shelter 0435 822 699, 24 hours Frankston. AWARE Wildlife Rescue 0412 433 727, 24
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Plenty of fish, but none make the prized 1 kilo Harlem Nelson and her 0.934kg whiting. Pictures: Supplied
IT was close, but there was no cigar for Harlem Nelson, of Hastings, who thought she had caught a one kilogram whiting at last weekend’s Western Port Angling Club competition. The 52cm fish was close to the magical one kilo mark but, at 0.934kg, was just under. “They came back in at 8.30am on the Saturday thinking they had caught the biggest whiting, but it was just shy so out they went again for another go,” organiser Don Newman said. As it turned out, no one managed to land a one kilogram whiting. Mr Newman said the most recent catch of that size occurred in the same competition in 2001. He said only three
had been caught in the club’s 40-year history – including a 1.3kg whiting that was 55cm. More than 250 competitors caught 1125 whiting with an average weight of 0.290kg in the 30th challenge, held 2-3 March. “Weather conditions started out ideal for fishing early on Saturday morning, but the strong wind developed toward the late morning making it very uncomfortable,” Mr Newman said. “Sunday’s weather was worse with stronger winds.” Riley Kraulis with a 0.622kg whiting won the heaviest fish boy or girl under 10; Natalie Powell won the heaviest fish boy or girl aged 10-15
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(0.752kg); Emily Schembri won the heaviest fish senior female (0.856kg); Robert Bugeja won the heaviest fsh senior male (0.838kg) as well as the heaviest two-day bag (8.172kg). The VRFish juniors meritorious capture prize went to Chloe Broom. Darren Nash, of Hastings, won the draw for the boat, motor and trailer valued at $8000. “Darren is a relatively new member of the club and only had a small tinny with an unreliable outboard motor before his welldeserved win,” Mr Newman said. Other winners were: Third heaviest fish boy or girl under 10 Sam Bampton (0.486kg), fourth Bianca McMasters (0.402 kg) and Tora Broom (0.368 kg). Second heaviest fish boy or girl under 10 Adam Powell (0.608kg). Second heaviest fish boy or girl 10 to 15 Matthew Schembri (0.740kg), third Jack Anderson (0.600kg), fourth Rhys De Veer (0.376kg) and fifth Alexander Doherty (0.368kg). Second heaviest fish senior female Jennifer Davis (0.724kg) and third Jenny Cooper (0.666kg). Second heaviest fish senior male Sam Rowe (0.746kg), third Jeff Raymond (0.722kg), fourth Karl Wilkenson (0.698kg) and fifth Robert Schembri (0.686kg). Fishing identity David Kramer presented the prizes and artist Bridgit Thomas judged the VRFish junior colouring competition won by Zoey. She also presented the whiting painting to Robert Bugeja who caught the heaviest two day aggregate bag. Stephen Taylor
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Mrs Fielder opens a school of graceful dancing for children Compiled by Brodie Cowburn BY advertisement in another column Mrs J. H. Fielder announces that she is opening a school of graceful dancing for children, and will be pleased to interview parents of prospective pupils at “Erinville”, Playne Street, Frankston. Mrs Fielder, with her five years’ experience under J. C. Williamson’s former pupil, Miss Brennan, comes to the district with the highest credentials, and her advent will no doubt be welcomed by parents anxious for improvement in the general department of their children. Classes will commence on Tuesday, 25th March. *** ON Sunday next in the Frankston Methodist Church Harvest Festival Services will be conducted at 11a.m and 7p.m by the Rev E. Tonkin. On Monday following at 8p.m the gifts of fruit etc. will be sold. The Harvest Festival services at Langwarrin Methodist church passed off successfully on Sunday last there being good congregations at both services. The fruit and produce were sold by ‘Bruce’ auction on the following evening and realised between £9 and £10. *** WE are requested to announce that the committee meeting of the Frankston branch of the Victorian Protestant Federation will be held next Thursday evening to make arrangements for holding a public meeting which has been delayed owing to influenza restrictions. ***
THE postponed “Welcome Home” social and presentation to our Returned Soldiers will be held in the Recreation Hall, Langwarrin, on the 22nd. inst. The promoters are confident that the public will roll up and give a hearty welcome to “the boys”. A first class programme has been arranged and supper will be provided. *** MOVING Pictures – On Wednesday evening next in the Frankston Mechanics’ Hall, a high class entertainment will be given in aid of the Memorial Hall to be erected in Frankston. The pictures are spoken of as being an exceptionally fine series and the Returned Soldiers are working to secure a crowded house for the occasion. *** MORNINGTON Branch of Returned Soldiers Association – It is announced in our advertising columns that a special meeting will be held in the Mechanics’ Hall, Mornington, on 18th March, to form a branch of the R.S. and S.I.L.A. Delegates will be present from headquarters and all returned soldiers of Mornington and district are urgently requested to forward their names to Mr J. Connop, the association’s representative at Mornington. *** THE Committee of the patriotic gymkhana recently held or Frankston met on Friday evening last to receive the balance sheet, Cr. Oates presiding. The treasurer’s statement showed
that a net profit of £380 2s 6d had been made, and this amount will be handed over to the local Repatriation Committee. Mr T. Ritchie in expressing appreciation of the the achievement, made the happy suggestion that a letter of thanks be presented to the hon. secretary, (Mr T. J. McMurtrie), Major Conder and Sergeant Watts for the very special assistance rendered by them in attaining success. The idea was heartily approved and Mr Jennings was deputed to attend to the matter. The full financial statement appears in another column. *** NOMINATIONS for the seat in the Centre Riding of the Shire of Frankston and Hastings rendered vacant by the resignation of Cr Jos. Unthank, close on Thursday, 20th. March at 4 o’clock, p.m. with the Returning Officer, Cr Chas Murray at Somerille. It is not likely that there will he a plethora of candidates for the position particularly in view of the fact that a considerable section of the ratepayers are anxious to secure the nomination of Mr Charles Thornell, of Somerville. Mr Thornell has by no means definitely decided to accede to the wishes of his friends, and we hear it is now proposed to present him with a numerously signed requisition as an earnest of the ratepayers general desire to secure his nomination. Mr Thornell is a member of a well known and highly respected Somerville family and his selection for the office of Councillor is likely to meet
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afternoon tea. Mr P. Davon, on behalf of the French Island team, thanked the residents for their hospitality, to which Mr. G. G. Cole suitably responded. The visitors then caught the train to Stony Point for home. The cricket match resulted in a narrow victory for Tyabb by 2 runs. *** NOTICE. Anyone found taking Hay or Wood out of any of my Paddocks, or found trespassing, with or without dogs or guns will be Prosecuted. N. C. HOLDSWORTH, “Weerona” Mornington Junction. *** WANTED, by Returned Soldier, Employment, anxious to do anything – Apply “Anxious,” Standard Office. *** LOST, in Frankston, on Sunday. Envelope containing Two Military Discharges: Reward. Apply Office of this Paper. *** LOST. Red Bullock, turned horns. Apply Coxall, Frankston. *** WANTED TO BUY – PIANO. Cash before leaving house. Iron Frame. State price. No humbug. Reply to PIANO. Flankston P.O. *** WANTED TO BUY – Double Disc Plow, Spring Tooth Harrows, 10Disc Drill, in good order – J. Scott, Hallam. *** FROM the pages of the Mornington Standard, 15 March 1919
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OPERA FANS ARE IN FOR AN ITALIAN TREAT ITALIAN Opera is filled with popular and well loved highlights which have stood the test of time and remain the most beloved items in the classical repertoire. In this rousing afternoon, the acclaimed 40 piece Melbourne Opera Orchestra conducted by and introduced by Greg Hocking AM will perform the most popular operatic arias, duets and ensembles. Featuring stars from the opera, this concert will transport you to eras gone by and famous characters of the
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Break Dancing Olympic Oblivion By Stuart McCullough I THINK I speak for everyone – it’s about time. For decades we’ve been waiting for the powers that be to come collectively to their senses. Now, after years of campaigning and more letters than I care to remember, it seems that those with the power to address this most blatant of injustices are ready to act. It almost makes the struggle worthwhile. That a metaphorical clip over the ears and allegorical kick in the pants can result in real change is deeply reassuring. Now they just have to make it official – by declaring break dancing as an Olympic sport for Paris, 2024. Break dancing may well be my generation’s most enduring contribution to popular culture, right up there with ‘Seinfeld’ re-runs, the mullet haircut and Hammer pants. Indeed, if someone were to build a museum dedicated to preserving historical artifacts of note from Generation X, I’ve no doubt that break dancing would not only feature in the exhibition, but would most likely be given its own wing. It’s only right that it should feature at the Olympics. If nothing else, it gives those of us who are no longer in our athletic prime a fair crack at a podium finish. Assuming the inevitable happens, I’ve got my work cut out for me. I’ll have just five years to perfect my backspins, pop and locks to say nothing of my head spins and jackhammers. I’ll admit, I’m a little rusty. For better of for worse, I seldom have cause for popping and locking unless is happens by accident because I tried to get up too quickly. Plus, I’ve got to take into account everyone else out there who is savouring the chance to become a later-in-life Olympian. The standard of competition could well be uncomfortably high. America would have to fancy its chances. Not only do they have Turbo and Ozone (as portrayed by the improbably named Shabba Doo and Boogaloo Shrimp) who were the heroes of the greatest break dancing film of all time,
Breakdance 2: Electric Boogaloo – there’s also the not insubstantial matter of the Rock Steady Crew. (That said, I’d love to see a medal presentation ceremony where the gold medal was bestowed on ‘Boogaloo Shrimp’). The Rock Steady Crew came out of New York City and, in 1983, released the single ‘(Hey You) The Rock Steady Crew’. Frankly, not enough groups have songs about themselves. The Beatles never released a song called ‘The Beatles’, and Bruce Springsteen is unlikely to put out a song called ‘Bruce Springsteen’. That said, the Monkees were happy to sing ‘Hey, Hey We’re the Monkees’ which, I suppose, makes
them the Rock Steady Crew of their era. I’m just saying I’ve got my work cut out for me if I want to compete in Paris. No less an authority that the New York Times referred to the Rock Steady Crew as the ‘foremost break dancing group in the world today’, although I’m not entirely sure in what decade that remark was made. To date, the New York Times has remained entirely shtum about my break dancing efforts so far. A pox on them, I say. I will simply have to brace myself for the fact I may be up against the likes of Crazy Legs, Mr. Wiggles and other members of the Crew. For all my enthusiasm at the idea that break
dancing may be cuckolded into the warm embrace of the Olympic movement, it does raise the obvious question: since when has break dancing been considered a sport? And if it is a sport, does that open the floodgates to usher in a load of other activities that, frankly, are a lot more useful than a javelin ever will be? I, for one, would like to see reverse parking at the next Olympics, although I do appreciate the irony that competitors may be forced to reverse park outside the stadium only to do it all over again once they get on the field. Sadly, my reverse parking skills have severely deteriorated with age, to the point that I’m happy if any part of the vehicle at all ends up within the lines. Dishwasher stacking. Now there’s a task that deserves Olympic glory. And you can’t tell me that you wouldn’t extra points for having the different types of cutlery sorted into categories. What about toasted cheese sandwich making? Or sock pairing? Personally, I’d love to see mowing the front lawn become a competitive sport rather than a chore. If break dancing does get the go ahead, I’m not sure how I’ll go in the Olympic Village. I doubt the younger athletes will take kindly to a middle-aged competitor telling them to shut up because it’s after nine at night. Mind you, it could easily be the first Olympics with proper car-pooling and where ‘Crocs’ are the official footwear. I shouldn’t get too far ahead of myself. Still, it’s okay to dream of a world where being able to perform the electric boogaloo is properly acknowledged on the world stage. I can see it now – Kurtis Blow would perform his hip hop classic ‘The Breaks’ as teams flattened out cardboard boxes in preparation. Dressed in Hammer pants and wearing sneakers and a headband, I would prepare to lay waste to the competition. My chance to represent my country will have arrived at last. stuart@stuartmccullough.com
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Easy win: Baden Powell easily chased down Moorooduc’s total of 118. Picture: Andrew Hurst
Tootgarook get a last ball win over Tyabb By Brodie Cowburn
PENINSULA
CRIB Point have fallen agonisingly short of Pines in the final match of the home and away season for 2019/19 MPCA Cricket. Batting first Pines were impressive in the one day match, putting 191 runs on the board off their 40 overs. Harley Peace-Stirling was pick of the batsmen, scoring 71 runs to help put his side in pole position for a win. In response Crib Point did not take the loss lying down, keeping touch with Pines and taking the match to the final over. With just two balls left to bowl and 4 runs left to chase down, Crib Point lost their final wicket and succumbed to defeat. Things were much easier for Main Ridge, as they dominated Somerville at Ditterich Reserve. A near 200 run stand between Main Ridge batsmen Daniel Polson and Shaun Foster was the highlight of the day, with their former scoring 96 not out and the latter scoring 109 not out. Somerville were good in reply but not nearly good enough. They were bowled out for 175 with 10 overs left to play. Baden Powell also had a relatively easy day, easily chasing down Moorooduc’s total of 118 with six wickets
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in hand. At Ballam Park East, Red Hill defeated long Island in a low scoring affair. The final ladder for the year finished with Baden Powell, Red Hill, Main Ridge, and Moorooduc as the top four sides.
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A WELL taken half century from Luke Hewitt has been enough to help Hastings over the line against Rosebud at Thomas Barclay Oval. Hastings won the toss and chose to bat first, doing well to finish their innings at 6/178. In reply Rosebud made a good start, and at 3/118 were in a good position to go on to claim victory. A massive collapse would see Rosebud bowled out out for 145. At Roy Dore Reserve, Carrum were bested by the Seaford Tigers. Batting first Carrum set the Tigers a target of 149 to chase down to win. Seaford Tigers lost their first wicket for just 1 run in a less than ideal start, but quickly steadied their ship. The ended up surpassing their target with six wickets in hand and 10 overs to spare. Heatherhill also enjoyed a positive day against Seaford, easily defending their impressive target.
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Heatherhill, playing away from home, came in to bat first and ended up making 8/229. Kristian Miller top scored with an impressive innings of 74. Seaford were toothless in response and were bowled out for 96 off 20 overs. Delacombe Park claimed an 89 run win over Mt Martha, helped in part by an innings of 86 not out by opener Jonathan Guthrie. The final four on the ladder for the season were Delacombe Park, Heatherhill, Rosebud, and Carrum.
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TOOTGAROOK have claimed the narrowest of wins over Tyabb in a match that went down to the very last delivery. Tootgarook elected to bat first in front of their home crowd, and recovered well from a middle order collapse to finish all out for 164. Scott Sterling’s innings of 52 batting at number 8 would go on to prove vital for his side. Tyabb came in to bat and all their batsmen made good starts. At 5/149 a win looked like an inevitability. A stunning collapse saw tyabb fall to 9/163, needing two runs to win with one wicket in hand and one ball left to face. James Holland-Burch
could not convert the winning runs, being caught out on the last ball of the day. Tyabb lost by 1 run. Things were much less competitive at Peninsula Reserve as Rye succumbed to Frankston YCW. The Stonecats were impressive with ball in hand, with Sam Fulton posting his best ever figures for the club with 5/11. Rye were bowled out for 102. The Stonecats passed their targets with 7 wickets and 7 overs left to spare. At Boneo Rec Reserve, Balnarring were able to secure victory over Boneo. Balnarring batted first and an opening stand of 95 set them up nicely. They finished at 6/195 off 40 overs. Boneo made 151 before being bowled out. Carrum Downs had a bye.
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LANGWARRIN have held on to secure a stunning two run win over Mornington. Playing out of Alexandra Park, the away side Langwarrin elected to bat first and finished up at 8/172. In reply Mornington got off to a good start, but could not score quick enough to secure a win. With just 2 runs left to chase down, Mornington
ran out of time. Off 40 overs they made 7/170. A massive innings of 88 runs from Brad Trotter was enough to help Pearcedale to a comfortable win over Flinders. Pearcedale’s innings ended with them at 8/217. Flinders only lost a few wickets but scored too slowly to get close to a result. After 40 overs they finished at 3/171. Thomas Clements was the best of Flinders’ batsmen, scoring 74 not out. Sorrento have had a good day at Harry MacDonald Oval, putting Peninsula OB to the sword. The Sharks were decent with bat in hand and finished up with 9/154, but it was with the ball where they really shined. Old Boys made no impact with the bat with just one batsman reaching double digit figures. Jake Wood took a five wicket haul for Sorrento as they bowled out OB for 68. Mt Eliza had a rough afternoon at home, being bowled out for 66 by Baxter. Baxter reached that target off 20 overs. Sorrento finished on top of the ladder, followed closely by Langwarrin, Baxter, and Peninsula OB.
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Bulleen swamped by Langwarrin SOCCER
By Craig MacKenzie THE blue wave of Langwarrin engulfed much fancied opponent Bulleen at Lawton Park on Saturday and gave home fans a taste of things to come. Langy gaffer Scott Miller hasn’t hidden his ambition for the club he played for as a junior and his pre-season mantra of an up-tempo, slick, interpassing style of soccer rang true last weekend. Bulleen succumbed to the blue tsunami 4-1 in Langwarrin’s most impressive performance yet of the 2019 NPL2 East season. Spectators had been given an insight into Jordan Templin’s capabilities with two stunning goals against Northcote a fortnight back and he continued in similar style here. But early on the visitors asked serious questions of the Langy defence which had problems dealing with the pace and guile of Josh Knight backed up by Ben Everson and Scottish import Daniel Maclennan. Just 10 minutes in and Knight skipped clear of two defenders on the left of the area but Langy keeper Fraser Maclaren reacted well to get down and get a hand to Knight’s low shot pushing the ball onto the far post before being scrambled clear. Three minutes later Bulleen keeper Wyatt Chant effected the save of the contest and left onlookers marvelling at his athleticism and lightning-quick reactions when a Templin piledriver seemed certain to nestle in the far corner until Chant’s hand made contact deflecting the ball over the bar. Bulleen’s Josh McMonagle-Ihasz blew a gilt-edged chance to open the scoring in the 24th minute when he mistimed what should have been a tap-in. Despite his formidable presence Chant was left grasping at thin air in the 32nd minute after Wayne Wallace chested down a deep free-kick from Luke Burgess then spun around and slammed a well-struck curling effort against the bar. It was an entertaining and open match with Langy increasingly looking dangerous surging forward. Johnny Kuol hadn’t figured prominently playing wide right but he switched to the left and when Wallace sent him surging down that side of the pitch in the 35th minute he was confronted by Bulleen defender Eli Luttmer. Kuol doesn’t need an invite to take on a man and he twisted one way then the next committing Luttmer to a challenge before chipping an inch-perfect cross which David Stirton headed firmly into the top corner to give the home side the lead.
Winners are grinners: It’s 2-0 to Langwarrin and Jordan Templin celebrates his goal along with teammates Damir Stoilovic, Johnny Kuol (left) and Callum Goulding (right). Picture: John Punshon
Burgess clattered into Knight in the 38th minute and the Bulleen star got to his feet slowly. A few minutes later Jaiden Madafferi body-checked Knight and was cautioned and in the 44th minute Langy struck again. Templin, Stirton, Kuol and Damir Stoilovic are renowned for their attacking capabilities but their ability to pressure opponents and effect turnovers was another feature of Saturday’s contest. When Bulleen failed to clear a minute from the interval and eventually lost possession inside its defensive half it was to pay dearly. Kuol laid the ball off to Templin and the former Bulleen player let fly with a thumping drive from just outside the area and Chant was beaten for a second time. Seven minutes into the second half a rampant Langy went 3-0 up and there was no way back for Bulleen. Stirton had tracked back and won possession inside his defensive half and immediately Langwarrin broke forward quickly giving the ball back to Stirton who eventually laid it off to Kuol on the left. His delicately flighted chip sailed over Chant and struck the bar giving the hard working Roddy Covarrubias a tap-in from the rebound. Bulleen started using its bench and even though its cause was lost it kept trying to find a way through an increasingly stubborn and composed Langy defence. In the 64th minute Everson let fly from the edge of the area forcing Maclaren to tip over and two minutes later substitute Slaven Vranesevic turned sharply inside the area but struck a low shot against the near post. Another Langy break in the 72nd
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minute had Bulleen defenders backpedalling in vain as Stirton, Kuol and Templin linked with Kuol eventually laying the ball off to Stoilovic on the left of the area and his low shot across the diving Chant nestled neatly inside the far post to make it 4-0. Bulleen’s sole reply came in the 88th minute when Knight’s cross from the left wasn’t cleared allowing Luttmer to control at the far post then strike a closerange shot past Maclaren to round off the scoreline. In the final analysis Bulleen had no answer to the blue wave that broke quickly and effectively and sent a message to the rest of the competition that this side can’t be taken lightly. In NPLW news Southern United lost 10-0 to Geelong Galaxy United at Monterey Reserve on Saturday. Southern continues to revamp its depleted senior squad with news that 20-year-old former Skye United midfielder Alana Gregory has been signed. Gregory gained much-needed match fitness by playing in the under-19 side that beat Geelong 3-1 last weekend with goals from Sita Karimi (2) and Isabella De Gilio. This week Southern expects to officially name Liam Drury as head coach of the under-19s. Southern’s under-14s joined Drury’s charges in winning their first game of the 2019 campaign when they defeated Geelong 4-0 on Saturday thanks to an Eden McKeown penalty and goals from Erica-Derrick Sarfo-Sarpong, Sarah Shanks and Leah Plavlijanic. Southern’s under-16s went down 3-1 to Geelong with Alex Jones scoring for Southern. The under-12s lost 16-0. The big news off the pitch for Southern is that the club has hired highly re-
garded goalkeeping coach Lou Kastner. “I’m delighted to bring Lou to the club. He has a wealth of experience and will be a really big asset,” Southern technical director Harry Chalkitis said. In FFA Cup news Skye United is through to round 4 of the prestigious national competition after accounting for State 3 rival Bayside Argonauts 3-1 at Centenary Park on Saturday. Skye boss Phil McGuinness and assistant Stephen Duffy had a depleted squad due to injuries and player unavailability so beating an opponent from the same league struck a significant psychological blow with the season due to start in a fortnight. Skye started off on the front foot and was rewarded in the 10th minute when Daniel Attard’s attempted flick was cut out by the hand of a Bayside central defender and referee Ivan Galjar pointed to the spot. Daniel Walsh continued where he left off the previous weekend and buried his conversion attempt to make it 1-0. But 10 minutes later Bayside earned a penalty after Saj Sugrim brought his man down just inside the box. James Hammond made no mistake from the spot to make it 1-1. The second half was a scrappy affair but Skye took its chance in the 65th minute after Attard flicked on from a Jonathon Crook long bomb sending Mikey Turner clear and the wee Scot finished well to put the hosts ahead. Skye earned some breathing space two minutes later after Jack Gallagher was brought down and Walsh converted from the spot for the fourth time in successive weeks. Bayside was unable to claw its way back into the contest. In other cup news local sides Mornington and Peninsula Strikers both lost 1-0 last weekend. An outstanding goalkeeping display by new Mornington No 1 Taylor Davidson on Friday night couldn’t keep his team in the national competition. The youngster was eventually beaten in the second half of extra time by a Chris Davies strike that sent home side Sydenham Park through to the next round. Sydenham took a quick free-kick and played the ball over the top and although Mornington claimed that Davies was offside he was allowed to continue and round Davidson before striking the ball into the unguarded goal for the winner. Strikers succumbed to a Sean Sacco goal in the 16th minute on Saturday and ended this cup tie with 10 men. The goal came in controversial circumstances after referee Cheng Hoo ruled against Strikers for a back pass, a decision hotly disputed by the local side.
Sacco’s free kick cannoned into the defensive wall and wrong-footed Strikers keeper Colin McCormack. Strikers should have levelled in the 36th minute after winning a penalty but John Prescott’s attempt from the spot allowed Keilor Park keeper Frano Saric to effect a comfortable save. Strikers were the better side in the second half and twice had the ball in the back of the net only to be ruled offside. Sam Luxford had replaced midfielder Danny Brooks in the 76th minute and in the 97th minute Brooks was cautioned for a second time after an exchange with the linesman was drawn to the referee’s attention. Meanwhile Frankston Pines came back from 2-0 down to defeat Rowville Eagles 4-3 in a friendly at Tatterson Park on Saturday. Former Bentleigh Greens youngster Joe O’Connor scored on his debut for Pines and is expected to make the move from Casey Comets this week. Other Pines scorers were Voldy Bukishie, Travis Ernsdoerfer and Christian Malgioglio. Twenty-year-old Dandenong Thunder defender Kevin Brown also played for Pines and is another likely signing this week. Baxter went down 3-0 to Westside Strikers in a friendly at Baxter Park on Saturday. The home side had a number of players injured or unavailable but featured three triallists among them impressive former Peninsula Strikers junior Ben Hughes. The Kilner brothers are back in action with Liam playing in the first half on Saturday and although Owen was unavailable he has been at training and is expected to play again this season. Aspendale Stingrays seniors had last weekend off but the reserves lost 5-3 to Berwick City’s under-20s at Kingston Heath Soccer Complex. Aspendale’s scorers were Ben Garside, Corey Kovacs and James McNab and best players were Dylan Flavelle, McNab and Noah Berends. This weekend’s league games: SATURDAY: Springvale White Eagles v Langwarrin (Serbian Sports Centre, 5pm); Bayside Utd v Southern Utd (Kingston Heath Soccer Complex, 3.15pm). This week’s friendlies: TUESDAY: Frankston Pines v St Kilda Celts (Monterey Reserve, 7.30pm). SATURDAY: Mornington v Clifton Hill (Dallas Brooks Park, 10am); Baxter v Old Trinity Grammar (Baxter Park, 1pm & 3pm); Somerville Eagles v Boronia (Somerville Secondary College, 1pm & 3pm); Rosebud v Seaford Utd (Olympic Park, 11am & 1pm).
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The club that covers all the bases MORNINGTON Pirates Baseball Club has been part of the Mornington sporting scene since 1975. Based at C B Wilson Reserve on Wilsons Road, they fielded eight teams last year across mens, womens and juniors. With the 2019 season just around the corner, they are having two ‘come and try’ days to attract new participants to the sport. “We are hoping to grow the number of teams we field this year, so are calling for anybody out there who’d like to come and see what we are about”, said Jo Schutt from Mornington Pirates. Mornington Pirates pride themselves on being a family focused club that offers a highly inclusive, non-contact sport. “Obviously, everybody gets a go in baseball, and has their opportunity to shine,” said Jo. “Baseball is also quite strategic, so appeals to those kids who appreciate that aspect of sport. It is a great alternative to the rougher sports out there.” Mornington Pirates is currently the biggest club in the Dandenong Baseball Association, with about 120 members. “We do family dinners every Thursday night after training and have created a home away from home for our members,” said Jo.
The family nature of the sport has meant that there are parents that have ended up joining their kid’s teams to play alongside them. Fiona Styles is one of those parents. “I took taking my 14-year-old daughter to a Mornington Baseball Club ‘try out’ after school one day and ended up throwing the baseball around myself,” said Fiona. “It was something I hadn’t done since high school. I ended up joining and playing in the same team as her.” “It has given me the opportunity to spend time with her, watch her improve and develop her love of the game... just like I did when I was her age. It’s been quite a ride in this extraordinary welcoming club.” As well as the women’s and men’s seniors, Mornington Pirates field junior teams in the under 12’s, under 14’s, under 16’s and under 18’s. The ‘come and try’ days will be held at C B Wilson Reserve, on Wilsons Road, Mornington, between 4.30pm and 6pm on Thursday 14 and 21 March. It will be followed by a free sausage sizzle. For more information, call Jo from Mornington Pirates on 0425 785 161.
Sharks shooting Swift Sis sizzles down Flemington straight for successful season THE newly re-branded Southern Peninsula Sharks could be in for a big year if their pre-season matches are anything to go by. The Sharks’ men’s Big V team have won all three of their pre-season games with their most recent victory coming over Mornington on Saturday 23 February while their women’s team is going just as well having won all bar two of their matches. Those two games were a draw against Frankston and a loss against Waverly who are both NBL 1 league teams. Despite losing several key players at the end of last season, Southern Peninsula Sharks basketball operations manager, Lucas Allen, is confident that they have filled the gaps and are good to go for the upcoming season. “The men’s team have eight new players at the moment and the women’s have about five or six,” Allen said. “The men’s team are clicking really well, it doesn’t seem like the team hasn’t played together before. They’re continuing to work on the whole gelling part in preparation for the season. “Losing some of the players that the women’s team did last year makes life tough. Losing players like Jaz Shelley and a couple of other girls leave some pretty big holes but they’re pretty confident that they’ve done a good job in trying to fill them.” Changing the shape of a team can be detrimental but Allen believes if they can take their pre-season form into the official season, they’ll be a strong chance. “We are feeling pretty confident obviously we can only go off what we’ve done so far in pre-season and we’ve played fairly well so far but that doesn’t mean anything,” he said. “We’ve got to actually have output and contributions from everybody throughout the season for it to matter. “Most of our guys have played fairly well throughout the games but the defence was our strong point. We kept [Mornington] to 30 points in the first half and kind of rolled with that for the rest of the game so that’s what we’ll hang our hat on. “Within the women’s division for the last few years they’ve had some close games and they’ve got to be able to take care of them in order to secure their place in the top four throughout the season.” The Sharks will kick off their official season at home with the men’s team set to face Altona while the women’s team will face Werribee in the opening round on Saturday 16 March.
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THE Pat Carey-trained mare, Swift Sis, broke through for her first victory in Victoria on Saturday 2 March. After making the move from Western Australia, the now eight-time winner stepped out for her second start in Victoria and stormed past her rivals to record a narrow victory down the Flemington straight (1100m). Donning the iconic Makybe Farm silks, worn by three-time Melbourne Cup champion Makybe Diva, Swift Sis lifted in the final 100m to nab the Jason Warren-trained mare Miss Toorak Flyer who had run past her at the 600m mark. Despite going around at the odds of $31, Mornington-based trainer Pat Carey said he had a bit of confidence heading into the race. “I thought that her price on the day was what we call ‘overs’ in consideration to what we thought her chance would be from a stable point of view,” Carey said. “We were quite confident she’d run a good race, not necessarily thinking that she’d be able to win, but it’s not a surprise.” Following the impressive victory, Carey said he’d be aiming the mare towards the Listed Hareeba Stakes (1200m) on Mornington Cup day on Saturday 23 March. Fellow Mornington-based trainer Jason Warren said he was just as impressed by his consistent mare Miss Toorak Flyer. “I thought she was just super,” Warren said. “She was a bit stiff to not get away with a win after she sprinted so well and just probably started to knock up on the line after a big run on the Friday before. She was on the back-up and it just took its toll on her the last little bit. “Her sectionals were super, and she ran terrific.” Warren said that Miss Toorak Flyer could also potentially head to a 1000m benchmark 78 race on Mornington Cup Day. Warren said he might also be represented by his talented sprinter Bel Sonic in the Hareeba Stakes.
Swift finish: Swift Sis relaxes after her barnstorming victory at Flemington on Saturday 2 March. Picture: Supplied
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