Frankston Times 19 September 2023

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Top teachers recognised

TEACHERS from McClelland Secondary College and Monterey Secondary College were named among Australia’s best at an awards night last week.

Laura White (pictured top left) from McClelland Secondary College and Madison Smith (pictured bottom, second from left) from Monterey Secondary College were among the 22 winners at the national 2023 Commonwealth Bank Teaching Awards.

Dunkley MP Peta Murphy said her electorate was the only one with two teachers represented. “Fantastic teachers like Laura White and Madison Smith are helping students reach their full potential. Not only is this good for children, but it’s good for families, community and our country,” she said. Of the award winners, 12 teachers received a fellowship worth $40,000, and 10 early career teachers received a $10,000 scholarship.

Picture: Supplied

Basketball stadium project cost increases

Brodie Cowburn

THE planned redevelopment of Frankston Basketball Stadium will now cost ratepayers an extra $15 million. The project, initially expected to cost around $45 million, is now projected to cost $60 million. Frankston Council ratepayers will likely pay for the extra cost.

The project has expanded, with ten competition-ready courts now included in the final build instead of eight. Six courts will be fully rebuilt, and a 1000 square metre gymnastics hall will be

constructed. It will house the Frankston District Basketball Association and the Bayside Gymnastics Club.

Matching commitments of $15 million each have been made by the state and federal governments. A report prepared by council officers read that no further funding commitments are likely to be made by other levels of government.

Frankston councillors approved the project’s expansion at their 11 September meeting. Frankston mayor Nathan Conroy said the extra spending would support women in sports. “We need to level up the playing field, give everyone equal opportunity, and support boys and girls to play sports, and not just football

and cricket,” he said.

“Bayside Gymnastics Club, thank you and your team for fighting for eight or nine years. There’s been promises of different locations. When we asked you to advocate, campaign, or show up to funding announcements, you did it all,” he said. “I believe there is so much synergy between [basketball and gymnastics].”

Councillor Brad Hill said that he opposed the extra expenditure because of its impact on other projects, and the proposed replacement of some existing courts with new ones. He said council has received “independent advice” that the courts “still have twenty years of life in them.”

“If I’ve got an old Falcon, I can reduce my maintenance costs by ordering a new Mercedes. But that doesn’t mean it makes sense,” he said.

The expanded project will result in changes to council’s schedule for future projects. Hill said “there’s impact to dozens of other projects in our long term infrastructure plan. We don’t have visibility of what all those impacts are.”

“We were presented with a list of changes, and I don’t think we have actually evaluated the complete list. The other impacted groups have not been consulted or even informed that their projects are being deferred. If they were consulted or informed perhaps they would have come tonight to speak

to that,” he said at last week’s council meeting.

The decision to spend the extra money was supported by the councillors Conroy, Suzette Tayler, Kris Bolam, and David Asker - the mayor’s casting vote saw the proposal approved. Councillors Hill and Claire Harvey opposed, and Liam Hughes and Sue Baker abstained from the vote. Councillor Steven Hughes was absent from the chamber due to his recent suspension.

Frankston Council considered booting gymnastics from the project to save money, but ultimately decided to retain the planned facilities.

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First Peoples’ health clinic on the move

A FIRST Nations healthcare provider has received $7.6 million to set up a new facility in Frankston.

The funding was an election promise made by the federal government. The new First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing facility will cater for First Nations people living in Frankston and on the Mornington Peninsula - it will house a general practice, pathology, dental and psychology services, an outdoor space for community events, and a cafe.

Dunkley MP Peta Murphy said Frankston is projected to have Victoria’s largest First Nations population by 2028, and that this project would support them. “First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing makes a big difference to many in our community. Karinda and the team have been providing high quality primary care to local First Nations peoples, and this funding will assist them in continuing their mission to improve health outcomes for our indigenous community,” she said.

The federal government is spending more than $164 million over four years on First Nations’ health infrastructure projects nationally. Federal health minister Mark Butler said “maintaining and upgrading existing facilities and building new ones is central to providing culturally safe care to First Nations people all around the country.”

For more information on First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing visit firstpeopleshealthandwellbeing.org.au

Early Detection Saves Lives

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FIRST Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing’s Naaz Stojkova and Karinda Taylor at the clinic’s current site with Dunkley MP Peta Murphy and Frankston MP Paul Edbrooke in 2021. Picture: Supplied

Gymnastics survives proposed cut

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A report prepared by Frankston Council officers read “as part of several options explored, a basketball only facility was investigated to curtail costs. This had some interest from FDBA, who want to see the site maximised for basketball only. The basketball only venue was estimated to cost $49 million.”

Among the reasons listed by council officers for retaining gymnastics in the project were the “need to instead consider other options for the provision of a fit for purpose gymnastics facility” at an increased cost, and “a reputational risk for council in rescinding a 2021 council decision to incorporate gymnastics within this project at this late stage.”

“Council has been working since 2018 with Bayside Gymnastics on establishing a purpose-built gymnastics facility within the municipality with multiple ‘false starts’. This would further delay the provision of facilities for this sport and club,” the report read. “Feasibility investigations indicate that facilities which are designed and operated to be ‘multi-use’ are generally operated at higher levels of usage capacity and have greater financial performance than single sport/ specialist facilities.

“Officers have progressed the project planning to date on the basis of council’s existing resolved position to deliver a combined basketball and gymnastics facility. Given the disadvantages associated with excluding gymnastics from the development,

this has not been recommended.”

Council’s report read that the sports projects affected by the Frankston Basketball Stadium decision included the construction of a pavilion for Yamala Tennis club, delayed from 2027/2028 to 2031/2032, Archery

Club infrastructure upgrades, delayed from 2027/2028 to 2031/2032, and installation of lighting and synthetic greens for Lawn Bowls, pushed back from 2027/2028 to 2029/2030. The revised schedule has seen some projects brought forward. The implemen-

tation of master plans at Baxter Park and George Pentland Botanic Gardens have both been moved up from 2026/2027 to 2025/2026, the report reads.

The Frankston Basketball Stadium’s road to redevelopment has been

rocky. In 2018 a planned upgrade to the stadium was abandoned after negotiations between the FDBA and Frankston Council collapsed. Later that year Basketball Victoria completed an investigation into allegations of serious misconduct at the FDBA.

A DESIGN for the redeveloped Frankston Basketball Stadium released last year. New plans were approved by Frankston Council last week (inset). Pictures: Supplied

Police patrol with Brodie Cowburn

Third teenager charged over alleged abduction

A THIRD teenager has been charged over the alleged abduction of a 14-year-old in Glen Huntly earlier this month.

The 14-year-old victim was allegedly forced into a Volkswagen on 4 September, then removed from the car on Neerim Road. He remains in hospital in a serious condition as of 13 September.

Three teenagers have now been arrested in connection to the alleged incident. A 14-year-old Langwarrin girl was arrested in Langwarrin on 13 September. She was charged with conduct

endangering serious injury, recklessly causing serious injury in circumstances of gross violence, dangerous driving, armed robbery, robbery, theft of motor vehicle and possessing proceeds of crime. She was bailed to appear at a children’s court at a later date.

Police are continuing their investigation into the alleged armed robbery. Anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www. crimestoppersvic.com.au

Cigarettes and booze stolen

FOUR teenagers were arrested in Carrum Downs last week in relation to a string of alleged cigarette and alcohol thefts.

An 18-year-old and three 17-year-olds were arrested on Amayla Crescent on 12 September. Police allege they were involved in up to fourteen incidents across Carrum Downs, Aspendale, Camberwell, Preston, Mooroolbark, Heidelberg Heights, Bentleigh East, Wheelers Hill, Doreen, Laverton North, Alphington, Caulfield South, and Burwood.

A 17-year-old Pakenham boy was charged with armed robbery, robbery, shopsteal, unlawful assault, and driving while disqualified. A 17-yearold Wheelers Hill boy was charged with robbery, shopsteal, handling stolen goods, unlawful assault, theft, committing an indictable offence while on bail, and assaulting police. An 18-yearold man from Mount Waverley was charged with handling stolen goods and committing an indictable offence while on bail.

Another 17-year-old was released “pending further investigation”, a Victoria Police statement read.

The two charged 17-year-olds will front a children’s court at a later date. The 18-year-old was scheduled to appear at Ringwood Magistrates’ Court on 13 September.

Assault investigated

A SERIOUS assault at a Carrum Downs licensed venue is being investigated, The assault took place at around 10.30pm on

8 September. Police say that there were several witnesses, and they are being urged to step forward.

Information can be reported to senior constable Mayer at the Frankston Police crime investigations unit on 9784 5555 or to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000

Costly parking spot

A DISQUALIFIED driver has had his car impounded after allegedly parking it in a handicap spot in front of Frankston Police Station.

The 46-year-old Frankston man’s car (pictured below) was impounded on 14 September. A statement on the Frankston police eyewatch Facebook page read that the man “was interviewed by police and is expected to be charged on summons at a later date.”

CFA issues alert for volunteers

Liz Bell liz@baysidenews.com.au

IN a post-COVID world where many people are searching for new connections and opportunities, one organisation is reaching out to offer a way to get involved with the community.

The volunteer-based CFA is always seeking new volunteers to help it continue its mission of helping the community, responding to emergencies and supporting other services in times of community need.

Mornington Fire Brigade is currently on a recruitment drive after its volunteer numbers have since 2016 dropped from around 80 to 30.

Captain Michael Licciardo said the sense of satisfaction volunteers got from helping the community and being involved in something bigger than themselves was a driving force for many, while the highly valued skills and training was also a factor.

“Our volunteers receive nationally recognised training and high-value skills that are transferable to a range of situations,” he said.

“Out-of-pocket expenses are covered by the CFA without volunteers having to pay for it.”

Licciardo said there was training available for fire fighters, as well as support roles, where people worked behind the scenes or in a range of administration or back-up roles.

Volunteers had the choice of how far they could go with training and how many qualifications they completed and there was no expectation that people could not hold down a regular day-

elements of being part

time job while still being a volunteer.

“We have men and women, some who work, some who don’t, there is so much flexibility in being a member – I call the CFA a family and the people I work with are my team,” he said.

With a dry summer expected and the past winter creating heavy undergrowth around the state, there was an almost unprecedented need to build volunteer numbers.

Licciardo has often found himself in confronting situations as a frontline worker but said the safety of volunteers was always paramount in anything the CFA did, and the aim was to keep

people and property safe.

During the 2019/20 fires Licciardo was part of a team that went to East Gippsland and became trapped in the small town of Tambo Crossing.

“We looked after the township for 24 hours, ensuring that the town was not threatened and people were protected,” he said.

As a result of working with other teams across the state, and sometimes further afield, Licciardo said members had a network of contacts and friends from other volunteer services and state government bodies such as Forest Fire Management Victoria.

Farewell to Foodstar

FRANKSTON restaurant Foodstar is shutting its doors for good.

The all-you-can-eat venue will serve its last meals this week on 20 September. It has been operating for 23 years.

A statement on the restaurant’s Facebook page read that it would close for family reasons.

“It’s a very important part of what we do, having those connections, because we are experiencing similar things, sharing knowledge and friendship, and learning from each other,” he said.

“When you are part of the CFA, you know are part of something important.”

The CFA is also a complementary organisation with Fire Rescue Victoria and volunteers attend Code 0 medical responses with Ambulance Victoria members, as well as road accidents.

To apply or find out more go to: morningtonfirebrigade.com.au/contactus

“We want to express our profound gratitude for your unwavering support over the years. Your patronage has been the backbone of our success and the source of countless cherished memories. We have been privileged to share in your celebrations, milestones, and everyday moments. While saying goodbye is never easy, we want you to know that our commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences has been an absolute joy. The relationships we’ve built with you have enriched our lives immeasurably, and for that, we are profoundly grateful,” the statement read.

“Though our restaurant’s doors may close, the bonds we’ve formed with you, our valued customers, will always remain. We hope to cross paths again someday, and until then, we wish you health, happiness, and the very best in all your endeavours.”

Volunteer rewards: Mornington Fire Brigade Captain Michael Licciardo says helping communities and building networks are rewarding

of the CFA. Picture: Gary Sissons

Parents: Ashleigh Kortholt & Billy

Parents: Jade Schmidt & Elijah Grenfell

Birth date: 5.9.2023

Birth weight: 3240gms

Born at: Frankston Hospital

Temporary rail works underway

FRANKSTON line passengers face more weeks of bus replacements as works on the line continue.

Crews are in the process of constructing a temporary train line through Parkdale Station to allow trains to pass through while major redevelopment works take place. Buses replace trains on the train line between late October and early November to accommodate the works. Roads in the vicinity will also close during that time.

Level crossing removal crews are building rail over road to replace the two level crossings at Warrigal Road, Mentone and Parkers Road, Parkdale. By the end of October Parkdale Station will close, and is expected to reopen next year.

Transport minister Jacinta Allan said “we’re re-

moving 27 level crossings and building 17 new stations to prepare the Frankston Line to return to the city loop when the Metro Tunnel opens a year ahead of schedule in 2025, allowing more trains to run more often.”

The state government is planning to make the Frankston line level crossing-free by 2029.

Construction crews are also building more stabling at Kananook Station - capacity of the stabling will increase to 21 trains. Frankston MP Paul Edbrooke said “upgrading the Kananook train stabling yard will create more than 100 jobs during construction and deliver another 50 new jobs to the area once the project is complete, bringing real benefits to so many people across our city.”

LYLAH JEAN

Parents: Shiarn & Bradley Nixon

Birth date: 5.9.2023

Birth weight: 3229gms Born at: Frankston Hospital

Parents: Jessica Melmoth & Stephen Belleville

Birth date: 8.9.2023

Birth weight: 2540gms

Born at: Frankston Hospital

Parents: Lara Beth & William Radford

Birth date: 12.9.2023

Birth weight: 3392gms Born at: Frankston Hospital

Push for ‘democracy’ in planning decisions

VICTORIANS opposing what they think is unsuitable property development will have a new rallying point next week after the launch of a public declaration for a “Liveable Victoria”.

The declaration is the joint effort of Planning Democracy, and Green Wedges Coalition.

Planning Democracy was formerly known as Planning Backlash, an umbrella group formed by veteran planning activist Mary Drost OAM in 2003.

Backlash was a loose alliance of 250 community groups across Melbourne and Victoria lobbying for more democracy in local and state planning.

Planning Democracy convenor

Strategy for closer parkland spaces

ALL residents in the Kingston local government area should one day live within 400 metres of an open public space, a new Kingston Council plan reads.

A final strategy for the future of open space in the Kingston municipality is being formed. Kingston Council has commenced consultation on its draft open space strategy. The strategy was written after a round of community consultation earlier in the year.

In addition to the draft open space strategy, council is also working on a draft Green Wedge management plan. Consultation on the Green Wedge plan is expected to begin soon.

LETTERS

Kingston mayor Hadi Saab said that the open space strategy “prioritises investment in additional open space for suburbs with high density housing, while improving what is existing, and designing timeless spaces that encourage a diversity of use. We want everyone in Kingston to have access to an open space within 400 metres of their home.”

“Our urban landscape is unique in Kingston, and we are committed to providing accessible and sustainable open spaces and working with our community to protect and enhance them, both for now and the future,” he said. “Whether encouraging social connections, improv-

ing mental health, or promoting healthy lifestyles by providing opportunities for physical activity and connection to green spaces and nature, the importance of these spaces can’t be underestimated.”

The open space strategy reads that it will “identify gaps (issues and opportunities) in the existing open space activity networks based on Plan Melbourne ‘20-minute neighbourhood’ and walking distances for each open space type.”

Consultation closes 29 September.

To make a submission visit yourkingstonyoursay.com.au/open-space-strategy

Brodie Cowburn

The Voice: It’s Your Choice, Not Ours - Councillor Mar

Let’s be clear why the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council has not taken a position on The Voice to Parliament and the reasons why.

Australian citizens will be called upon to formalize their personal position from media, print and letterbox drops and place their vote at the polling booth on 14 October 2023. The Voice to Parliament is a personal decision where democracy is playing its important role that will help shape the future for Australia.

I sought my information talking to locals, Bunurong Land Council and our friends at Willum Warrain.

Therefore, it is not in the interest of this Council to state a position, one way or the other and influence our communities which way to vote.

As implied, ‘Council is not denying our communities access to factual information and the opportunity to clarify any questions’ as stated by a writer (Letters to the Editor 12/9/23).

Whilst I’m sympathetic towards community members who believe Council should take a position, I say this to my community, “Council has an inclusive Voice to all communities, not just one side. We all need to think carefully about the consequences, whether your vote is Yes or No. And yes, ‘Councils do play a pivotal role in representing and reflecting sentiments of their community’. That is why Council is not stating a position one way or the other. Take time out to inform yourselves and seek out your arguments for and against.”

Local communities know my voting preference I publicly announced recently. I didn’t call upon my Council to make my decision.

If the Yes vote should get up, Council will play its part whatever is needed to be implemented and through the Council’s Reconciliation Action Plan.

Councillor Debra Mar, Deputy Mayor, Mornington Peninsula Shire Council

Voice a whisper

Although I am 1000% for the Voice, I fear it is doomed. Why?

Basically because the YES’ers have taken the high high road and have decided that the meek shall inherit the earth.

They, for some reason, have decided to ignore at their peril, the QAnon BS being put forth and have missed the point entirely that: “Doubt the great divider: does not have to be true or accurate just outrageous questions to sow the seeds of doubt is enough to counteract the truth and Doubt – or its energised cousin, fear – always has a head start”.

And like “The Guild Navigators, gifted with limited prescience, had made the fatal decision: they’d chosen always the clear, safe course that leads ever downward to stagnation.” (p458, Dune). They have ignored the Trumpian alternative dumpster fires diverting attention from the real issue.

They do not even suggest that people should be fact checking the issues.

Change means movement. Movement means friction. Only in the frictionless vacuum of a nonexistent abstract world can movement or change occur without that abrasive friction of conflict. - Saul

Alin

If the referendum fails it is not an indictment of the Labor Government, they did not promise it would be passed only that they would put it up.

The failure lays at the foot of the YES’ers.

If it passes then maybe “godprime” was looking out for them as it appears that is their only hope.

Joe Lenzo, Safety Beach

Kelvin Thomson – the former federal MP for Wills with a long involvement in environment, overpopulation and overdevelopment policy – said the declaration aimed to “protect Victoria from overdevelopment at the hands of increasingly aggressive … property developers”.

“It seeks to safeguard our residential and environmental amenity, heritage, tree canopy cover, green wedges and open space. It asserts the right of residents to have a say about the character of the community in which they live.”

Launch speakers include planning specialist Professor Michael Buxton formerly of RMIT; Royal Historical Society of Victoria’s Dr Charles Sowerwine, and Mornington Peninsula resident Jenny Warfe, prominent in opposing recent high-rise development proposals in Frankston and a long-time advocate of low-rise de-

Voice fatigue

The Voice. Ad nauseam. Every week, the letters page is filled with the Voice. Saturation level. Swamped.

Please cease and desist. Surely all of the minds, great and small, and minuscule, have expressed their opinions.

We have been told both sides of the story and have had our fact sheets in the mail from the Electoral Commission.

Let it go. Surely their must be some interesting letters around..

Brian A. Mitchelson, Mornington

Unwelcome text?

Jacinta Price sending me a message to vote no?

I’ve often quoted the doofbag content at 80%; wrong, out of frustration more than reality. 20% is a fairer assessment, the 80% made up of the intelligent few and the rest of ‘we’ who simply shake our respective heads in wonder.

Take a calm drive through the Rye shopping precinct. Two lanes both sides, 40 kph limit, the traffic flow no problem. Needless to say a doofbag will want to go faster. Even worse he or she will cut into your inside lane. You assume the said doofbag is wanting to turn left at the next street? Wrong!

So why did he/she need to exceed 40 and cut into my car? There is no answer, equally the reasons to vote no outside of the racism issue for a mere 3% of our population?

Mind you, this local problem is not connected with the The CSIRO’s ASKAP radio telescope in Western Australia detecting the ring encircling a galaxy 56 million light years away.

And politics? Albo continues to stuff up, his yes vote and Qantas/Qatar, the only positive being Dutton also digging his own grave.

As for the senate investigation into the Commonwealth games and our Council’s position on the yes/no vote, like the Maynard thing in AFL football; a set up.

Cliff Ellen, Rye

velopment on the peninsula. Liveable Victoria launch, 2-4pm Sunday 24 September, East Melbourne library, 122 George Street, East Melbourne.

RSVP to Kelvin Thomson at: pleasant123@me.com or Rosemary West, coordinator Green Wedges Coalition, rowest99@gmail.com

Smiles on hospital tour

A MAN living with cerebral palsy is a frequent visitor to the Frankston Hospital construction site, and had a chance to get up close last month.

Mitch Leggo is no stranger to the construction site. He often sets up a deck chair to watch the $1.1 billion works take place.

Leggo (pictured below) and his support worker Julian were invited for a tour last month. Leggo’s support worker said “I could really see that Mitch appreciated having full autonomy to explore the site during his tour. Having the executive team there to generously guide Mitch and give him the rundown on his favourite machines would have meant a lot for him. It was such an amazing opportunity for Mitch, so it was awesome to see him really take it all in.” For more information on the hospital redevelopment visit vhba.vic.gov. au/health/hospitals/frankston-hospital-redevelopment

Transporting those in need

Peninsula Transport Assist (PTA) often gets clients who have a tale to tell of being let down by taxi drivers, often because the drive was just too short!

This week, PTA was contacted by a client who had been let down when she wished to visit her husband in hospital. She hadn’t seen him for a week! When the booked taxi “did not arrive”, she phoned the company and was told the driver did come, but left after finding the gate closed (not locked, and not far from the house).

PTA organised a driver to take her the following day to visit her husband, but, as is quite usual for our drivers, she was accompanied up to his ward room, and a couple of hours later the PTA driver collected her from the hospital room and drove her home.

It is a common refrain from our clients: “I called a taxi, but they never came” or “I waited 3 hours for the taxi to collect me”. It’s no wonder our clients say: “PTA are always on time and so reliable, and such nice drivers!”.

Clare Harwood, Peninsula Transport Assist

Frankston thanks

Since being “flooded” from the heavy rain last Nov 14, the insurance has put me in the “Quest by the Bay” in Frankston.

People in Frankston were so nice to me. Almost everyone I passed on the Boardwalk (near the sea) smiled and said hello. At a different time, a few young lads/men took my heavy bag for me to the lift.

The Information Centre is a delighful place to visit, while the Boardwalk was always clean.

At one time I fell on the concrete pavement. At the same instant, a car came out of the adjacent laneway. The lady stopped to come to me, staying with me (as did a second young woman) until the paramedics arrived.

I don’t know their names, but would like to thank them.

I am still waiting to enter my home. It is nearly ready. Thank you to the staff of the Quest and to Frankston.

Cathie Curtis,

Mornington

A PLAN for future parkland in the Kingston municipality is forming. Picture: Supplied

The Guide

TOP PICKS OF THE WEEK

THURSDAY SAM TAUNTON: ROOSTER

TEN, 8.30pm

He’s one of the presenters of 10’s The Project, but many people may not realise Sam Taunton (pictured) is an accomplished comedian in his own right. The stand-up talent is a natural on stage as he endearingly roasts himself and points out his flaws. Just about nothing is off limits in this comedy-special, including his eye-opening experience as a 16 year old when he was hit by a P-plate driver. With his disarmingly open and sometimes awkward manner, Taunton is a memorable – and funny – character.

FRIDAY SHERWOOD

ABC TV, 8.30pm

Another top-flight British crime drama kicks off on the ABC tonight with a fact-based political undercurrent. Created by acclaimed writer James Graham, Sherwood tells of a baffling double murder in a mining village in Nottinghamshire, where tensions linger following a miners’ strike. On the case is police chief DCS Ian St Clair (David Morrissey, pictured) who quickly finds there is no shortage of suspects as he navigates an uneasy alliance with an old colleague.

SATURDAY FROGMORE HOUSE: ROYAL RETREAT

SBS, 8.30pm

It would be safe to say that until 2019, only the most astute royal watchers knew a single thing about Frogmore in Home Park, Windsor. However, all that changed when its most famous tenants, Harry and Meghan, moved in… and then out. Their former home – the four-bedroom heritagelisted Frogmore Cottage (pictured) – is just one of the historic buildings within the 35-acre estate. While the current royal rift might seem shocking, it pales in comparison to the dark secrets and scandals lurking here.

SUNDAY THE BLOCK

NINE, 7pm

Whether you’re an avid cook or someone who lives and dies by their microwave, the old adage rings true: “kitchens and bathrooms sell houses”. Since The Block’s producers aren’t quite sadistic enough to give the contestants a week where both these big-ticket rooms are on the renovation schedule, we’ve had to settle with the next best thing: kitchen and laundry week, one of the biggest in their three-month build. Now, it’s time for feedback from the judges –Shaynna Blaze, Neale Whitaker (pictured) and Darren Palmer. Tune in to find out what they think of that orange oven, and exactly what “Japandi” means.

Thursday, September 21

8.00 Foreign Correspondent.

8.30 Grand Designs: House Of The Year: Incredible Transformations. (PG) Part 2 of 4.

9.20 Griff’s Great Australian Rail Trip: Perth To Kalgoorlie – Find A Sandgroper. (R) Griff Rhys Jones explores Australia by train.

10.10 Art Works. (PG, R)

10.40 ABC Late News. 10.55 The Business. (R) 11.10 The Whiteley Art Scandal. (PG, R) 12.10 Q+A. (R) 1.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.40 Tenable. (R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30

7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Great Australian Walks With Julia Zemiro. (PGa) Julia Zemiro heads to Tasmania.

8.30 Eva Longoria: Searching For Mexico: Jalisco. (PGa)

Eva Longoria visits Jalisco.

9.20 Crime. (Premiere) A schoolgirl is abducted.

11.20 SBS World News Late. 11.50 Max Anger: With One Eye Open. (MA15+v) 12.45 Exit. (MA15+dl, R) 2.35 Man In Room 301. (Mals, R) 4.20 Destination Flavour. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) A blast from Mali’s past hits the Bay.

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Manu Feildel and Colin Fassnidge.

9.15 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Mick Molloy, Sam Pang and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.

10.15 Air Crash Investigations: Missed Opportunities. (PGa, R) A look at the crash of Flight 1851.

11.15 The Latest: Seven News. (R)

11.45 Autopsy USA. (MA15+ad, R)

12.45 The Resident. (Ma, R) 2.00

(R)

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 RBT. (Ml, R) Follows the activities of police units.

8.30 Emergency. (Mm, R) First-time dads Michael and Luke treat a motorcycle rider with multiple fractures.

9.30 Casualty 24/7. (Mm) Follows doctors at the causality department of a hospital. 10.30 Nine News Late.

Chicago Med. (MA15+am)

The First 48. (Mal, R)

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 Gogglebox Australia. Opinionated viewers discuss TV shows.

8.30 Sam Taunton: Rooster. (MA15+ls) A stand-up performance by Australian Pinder Prize-winning comedian Sam Taunton.

9.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

10.40 Law & Order: SVU. (MA15+av, R) Velasco asks Benson for help.

1.30 The Project. (R)

2.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

3.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

Neale Whitaker judges The Block

Friday, September 22

6.00 The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Gardening Australia. Costa Georgiadis explores ferns.

8.30 Sherwood. (Premiere, Malv) After a murder occurs in an ex-mining town, DCS Ian St Clair is called in to investigate.

9.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R) A folk festival organiser is killed in a manner reminiscent to that described in a ballad.

11.00 ABC Late News. Coverage of the day’s events.

11.20 Miniseries: Innocent. (Mal, R) Part 4 of 4.

12.05 Harrow. (Mav, R)

1.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 South America With Simon Reeve: The Andes. (Ml) Part 3 of 5.

8.40 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire: Cult Of The Dead.

(Mav) Takes a look at ancient Egyptian funeral practices and afterlife beliefs.

9.40 Tony Robinson: The Thames At Night. (R) Part 3 of 4.

10.35 SBS World News Late.

11.05 Unseen. (Malnv)

11.55 Romulus. (MA15+av, R)

3.45 Destination Flavour. (R) 4.15 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R) 4.45 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs and Pete Colquhoun explore a terrace home that looks small but is packed with features.

7.30 Football. AFL. Finals Series. First preliminary final. Collingwood v GWS Giants. From the MCG.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews.

11.00 To Be Advised.

12.00 12 Monkeys. (MA15+v, R) Cassie asks Cole where he is from.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Finals Series. First preliminary final. Penrith Panthers v Melbourne Storm.

9.45 NRL Finals Footy Post-Match. A post-match NRL wrap-up.

10.45 MOVIE: The Expendables. (2010, MA15+lv, R) Mercenaries try to assassinate a dictator. Sylvester Stallone.

12.45 MOVIE: Good Kill. (2014, Malsv, R)

2.35 It’s All Greek To Me. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Postcards. (PG, R) 4.30 Global Shop.

(R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30

Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 Have You Been Paying

Attention? (Malns, R)

Hosted by Tom Gleisner.

8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Mal, R) Graham Norton is joined by legendary singer Bruce Springsteen, actors Anya Taylor-Joy and Anna Maxwell Martin, and comedian Mo Gilligan. Florence and the Machine perform their single Dream Girl Evil

10.30 To Be Advised.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

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6.30 Kitchen Cabinet. (R) Annabel

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7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Shakespeare And Hathaway. (Mv) Frank and Lu are hired by a dance school owner to debunk a curse that is destroying her business.

8.15 Vera. (Mav, R) Part 1 of 4. DCI Vera Stanhope investigates the death of a young woman in a suspicious fire.

9.50 The Newsreader. (Ml, R)

The country is rocked by a mass shooting in the heart of Melbourne.

10.45 Shetland. (Mal, R)

A controversial local is murdered.

11.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

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6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG) Narelda Jacobs takes on a trapeze.

8.30 Frogmore House: Royal Retreat. Explores Frogmore, the idyllic royal estate that has been the private escape for generations of royals.

9.50 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys: Dunedin Railways, New Zealand. (R) Narrated by Bill Nighy.

10.40 Sex And Sensibility. (MA15+ans, R)

11.35 Rex In Rome. (Mv, R)

1.30 Suspect. (MA15+v, R) 3.10 UFOs. (PGa, R)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 To Be Advised.

1.10 Travel Oz. (PG, R) Host Greg Grainger explores the Newell Highway in outback New South Wales, following the gold trail from Grenfell to Orange and on to Narrabri.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Get Clever. (R) Educational kids’ program in which the wonders of maths and science are explored.

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R) Luke Darcy, Jo Stanley and Luke Hines take a look at locations that highlight living well.

6.00 Nine News Saturday.

7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Finals Series. Second preliminary final. Brisbane Broncos v New Zealand Warriors.

9.45 NRL Finals Footy Post-Match.

A post-match NRL wrap-up.

10.45 Rugby World Cup: Highlights. News and highlights.

11.45 MOVIE: BlacKkKlansman. (2018, MA15+lv) John David Washington.

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

2.30 The Garden Gurus. (R)

6.00 Luxury Escapes. Takes a look at holiday to Bali.

6.30 Bondi Rescue. (PGal, R) Whippet rescues two men at the same time.

7.00 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith.

8.00 Thank God You’re Here. (Mls, R) Hosted by Celia Pacquola.

9.00 MOVIE: Top Gun. (1986, Ms, R) Students at an elite US flying school for advanced fighter pilots compete against each other to be the best in the class. Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis.

4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)

4.20 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30

ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

11.15 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Authentic. (PG) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast.

9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline.

1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 Shakespeare And Hathaway. (PGa, R) 3.15 Grand Designs: House Of The Year. (PG, R) 4.05 Griff’s Great Australian Rail Trip. (R) 5.00 Art Works. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Voices Of Australia.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Death In Paradise. (Ma, R) A nurse dies under suspicious circumstances.

8.30 The Newsreader. (Mdl) Helen is plunged into crisis when a gossip columnist threatens to expose her troubled past.

9.25 Mother And Son. (Ml, R) Arthur and Maggie both engage in sexual misadventures with disastrous results.

9.55 Annika. (Ma, R) The body of a scientist is found in a loch.

10.45 Total Control. (Mlv, R)

11.35 Talking Heads. (PG, R)

12.10 Rage Vault. (MA15+adhlnsv)

2.00 Escape From The City. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Designing Paradise With Bill Bensley. (PG) 10.00 The Eco Show. (PG) 11.00 Curious Traveller. (PG) 12.00

APAC Weekly. 12.30 France 24 English News.

1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Gymnastics. FIG

Artistic World Challenge Cup series. Round 5. Highlights. 4.00 Sunset Stories. (R) 4.10

Following The Flow. (PGal, R) 5.40 Secret Nazi Bases. (PGa, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Megastructures: Knights Templar Castles.

8.30 MOVIE: You Can Go Now.

(2022, Malns, Australia) Takes a look at artist Richard Bell. Richard Bell, Gary Foley.

10.00 Empires Of New York: Amid Chaos Lies Opportunity. (Premiere, Madl)

10.50 24 Hours In Emergency. (PGa, R)

12.40 Hunting Hitler’s U-Boats. (PGalv, R)

2.05 Could Hitler Have Been Stopped? (PGav, R) 3.00 Patriot Brains. (Mals, R) 3.50 Italian Food Safari. (R) 4.20 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.

6.00 NBC Today.

7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) Highlights from the past week.

12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) A look at locations that highlight living well.

1.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 4. North Melbourne v Brisbane Lions.

3.00 Football. VFL. Grand final.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 The Voice. (PGa) Hosted by Sonia Kruger.

8.45 Con Girl. (Mal) Part 3 of 4. As the story continues, a French traveller is embroiled in a child kidnapping case in Sydney after being conned by Samantha Azzopardi, who also poses as Coco, a talent agent.

11.00 Born To Kill? Robert Reldan. (Mav) A look at serial killer Robert Reldan.

12.00 The InBetween. (Mav, R) Tom and Damien enlist Cassie’s help.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Fishing

Monday, September 25

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story. Australians tell personal stories.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG)

Hosted by Paul Barry.

9.35 Q+A. Presented by Patricia Karvelas.

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.10 Space 22. (PG, R)

11.40 The Wimbledon Kidnapping. (PG, R) 12.30 Our Brain. (PG, R) 1.25 Rage.

(MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Tenable. (R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30

7.30. (R)

6.00 Nine News Sunday.

7.00 The Block. (PGal)

8.35 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.35 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

10.05 Under Investigation: Where’s Willi? (Ma, R) Presented by Liz Hayes.

11.05 Killer At The Crime Scene. (MA15+av)

12.00 Chicago Med. (MA15+am, R)

1.40 Our State On A Plate. (PG, R) 2.10 Killer At The Crime Scene. (MA15+av, R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Rugby Union. Rugby World Cup. Australia v Wales.

6.30 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news.

7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (PGlv, R) Graeme Hall meets an Aussie cattle dog.

8.30 FBI. (Mv) After a string of armed robberies, the team investigates a suspect who leads them to something much bigger.

9.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R) The team investigates the death of a sailor and goes head-to-head with a ruthless local criminal organisation.

10.30 Five Bedrooms. (Mls, R) Harry organises a hens and bucks.

11.30 The Sunday Project. (R)

12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am

Please note: Due to major storm damage

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Finding Your Roots: Hard Times – Michael Moore, Laura Linney, Chloe Sevigny. (PG)

8.30 Britain’s Most Expensive Houses. (Final, PGl) John searches for buyers for a townhouse.

9.30 World’s Most Luxurious Holidays. (R) Part 3 of 3.

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 My Brilliant Friend. (Malv)

12.00 The A Word. (Ma, R) 3.30 Italian Food Safari. (R) 4.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R) 4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK

World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC

Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 AFL Brownlow Medal: Red Carpet. (PG) Coverage of the red carpet arrivals.

8.05 AFL Brownlow Medal. An awards event featuring the announcement of the winner of the league’s Brownlow Medal.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 Autopsy USA: Hugh Hefner. (Mas, R)

12.30 Kochie’s Business Builders. (R)

1.00 The Village. (Ma, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGal) Hosted by Scott Cam.

8.40 Missing Persons Investigation. (PGa) Police must defy all odds to find a missing four-year-old girl, and a Geelong teenager runs away from home.

9.40 To Be Advised.

10.40 Nine News Late.

11.10 Chicago Med. (MA15+am, R)

12.55 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.50 Hello SA. (PG) 2.20 He Said/She Said. (Ma) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 The Masked Singer Australia. Hosted by Osher Günsberg.

8.45 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week.

9.45 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (Mans, R) Four mates set out to embarrass each other.

10.15 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv, R) A woman is kidnapped from her home.

11.05 The Project. (R)

12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

Tuesday, September 26

Hebden Bridge. (PGa) 8.30 Insight. Presented by Kumi Taguchi.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Amateur cooks put their culinary skills to the test in order to prove they have what it takes.

9.15 RFDS. (Madl) A bad batch of MDMA is found to be doing the rounds at Dolly Hardon’s charity drag night.

10.15 Ambulance:

R) 3.55 Italian Food Safari. (R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Wednesday, September 27

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG)

8.30 Mother And Son. (Mal) Maya and Arthur grow closer.

9.00 WTFAQ. Mitch McTaggart finds out where Summer Bay is.

9.30 Starstruck. (Mdl) Tom lets something slip to Steve and Ian.

9.55 Would I Lie To You? (R)

10.25 ABC Late News. 10.40 The Business.

11.00 Death In Paradise. (Ma, R) 12.00

(Ma, R) 12.45 The Pool. (PG, R) 1.45

The Great Acceleration. (Final, PG, R) 2.40

Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Tenable. (R) 4.30

The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Bettany Hughes: Treasures Of Turkey. (PGas)

8.30 While The Men Are Away. (Premiere, MA15+s) Two women join the Women’s Land Army.

9.35 Elvis’ Women: Mama’s Boy Vs Rock Star. (Mas) Part 1 of 3.

10.35 SBS World News Late.

11.05 Trom. (Mv)

11.50 Cargo. (MA15+v, R) 3.30 Italian Food Safari. (R) 4.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R) 4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World

English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines

The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PG) Hosted by Manu Feildel and Colin Fassnidge.

9.15 Talking Finals: Grand Final Special. James Brayshaw is joined by Tim Watson, Joel Selwood and Trent Cotchin to discuss the AFL Finals.

10.15 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. (PGa, R) Footage of headline-grabbing moments.

11.15 The Latest: Seven News. (R)

11.45 Autopsy USA. (MA15+ad, R)

12.45 The Enemy Within. (Mav, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGal) Hosted by Scott Cam.

8.30 Footy Classified. (M) Hosted by Eddie McGuire, Matthew Lloyd, Jimmy Bartel and Damian Barrett.

9.30 Luxe Listings Sydney. (Ml)

D’Leanne Lewis puts her intern to the test.

10.40 Nine News Late.

11.10 The Equalizer. (Mav)

12.00 The Gulf. (Madlsv, R)

1.00 Chicago Med. (MA15+am, R) 2.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair.

(R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 Shark Tank. (PGa) A panel is pitched inventions.

8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

9.40 NCIS. (Mv, R) Agent Parker steps up to protect Director Vance after he is subject to a terrifying home invasion.

10.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R) The team investigates a sailor’s death.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

CBS Mornings.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Thank God You’re Here. (Final, Mdls) Hosted by Celia Pacquola.

8.30 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (Ma) Four Aussie mates set out to embarrass each other in a public setting by trying their hand at dentistry.

9.30 Five Bedrooms. (Final, Mls) The day of the wedding arrives and Ben is determined to be there for his best mate Simmo and Heather.

10.30 So Help Me Todd. (PGav)

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

Councillor Wells’ Son Assaulted

Compiled by Cameron McCullough

VERY great sympathy was expressed with Cr. F. H. Wells and Mrs Wells when it was heard that their second eldest son, W. Wells, had been the victim of what appears to have been a cowardly assault on Saturday night last.

It appears that the lad was returning home from the picture show when he was attacked and rendered unconscious.

He was conveyed to his home by friends and Dr. Maxwell was speedily in attendance.

The lad, who is 18 years of age, did not regain consciousness for several hours.

His condition, although somewhat improved, is still serious.

It is understood that inquiries are being made to ascertain the perpetrators of the assault.

***

THE Somerville ground on Saturday was once more the scene for bustle in that it was the Grand Final Match for the 1923 premiership between the Naval Base and Frankston.

The latter won, and with it hold the Keast Shield for another 12 months.

This trophy has to be won three times in succession to become the property of any one club.

The afternoon turned out fairly fine, with a slight breeze blowing across the ground, and with the exception of a shower of rain early in the game there was not much to complain of.

The ground was in perfect condition and a good, fast game was the result.

There was a large crowd present, over £60 being taken at the gates.

Both teams were confident. Fawcett was missed from the Navy’s ranks, he being on the injured list, whilst one or two other alterations were made from the previous Saturday.

Gregory and Lambert replaced Ryan and Patterson in the Frankston team.

All throughout the game Frankston showed the superiority in attack, and in long kicking and passing the Navy were not in it, but the latter had perhaps the best of it in the air.

The rucks were fairly even, with a slight advantage on the Frankston side, Williams and Kidgell being particularly prominent, and it would be no exaggeration to say that at least seven out of every ten times the ball was thrown in Kidgell got the hit-out.

This player has undoubtedly played excellent football since joining the Frankston ranks. May (capt.), in the centre was pleasing to watch, and led his side admirably.

The game opened with Frankston kicking down hill, the breeze slightly in their favor, and before the Depot woke up had scored three goals Frankston were certainly playing fine system, but the Navy’s back line was strong and hard to penetrate; they had Baxter and Reynolds, the Frankston forwards, well watched, and were repeatedly spoiling their chances to score.

The Depot only scored one point this term and were completely outclassed in general play.

Frankston led by 3.4 to 0.1 at first change. In the second quarter the Navy, showed improvement, but Frankston were displaying fine team work, particularly in attacking, and were very effective across the centre,

May being especially brilliant.

Half-time scores were: Frankston, 5.7 to 3.4 – the quarter’s tally being in favor of the Depot by 1 goal.

After the interval the game was inclined to be a bit rough, and it was evident that Frankston would win the day.

Though the scores gave the Navy an advantage of 1 point for the term – 2.3 to 2.1 – they do not actually indicate the character of play, for Frankston had the game well in hand and were playing to perfection, whilst the Navy were spoiling what chances they had by over anxiousness.

The scores were Frankston, 7.9; Naval Base, 5.7 – an advantage of 14 points in Frankston’s favor.

The final flutter was willing, Frankston continued to play fast and clever football, and there were many fine dashes, with the ball travelling from one to the other.

The defence of both teams was excellent.

The Navy attacked repeatedly, but were only able to put in 1.6 to 2.1 and Frankston ran out winners by 15 points. The final scores being: Frankston, 9 goals 10 behinds. Naval Base, 6 goals 13 behinds. ***

AT the last meeting of the Mordialloc council a notice of motion by Cr. Bradshaw relative to permission being granted to Mr. Miller, to erect a brick shop in front of his residence, was met with very strong opposition by the Mordialloc Traders’ Association, and in view of this opposition, Cr. Bradshaw allowed his notice of motion to lapse.

The application was in direct con-

PUZZLE ZONE

travention to the existing regulations, which do not permit of brick shops being attached to wooden residences.

Cr. Gilmour introduced Messrs. Temby, Weeks, Hayes and Ferguson as a deputation on behalf of the Mordialloc Traders’ Association.

Mr. H. S. Temby, president, was the first speaker, and stated that his association was not opposing the application on personal grounds, their aim was to develop the town as a whole, and if shops were built in residential areas in other districts, that was no reason for making the same mistake here.

It was considered by his association that on the east side of the line, Albert street from Lewis to Chute street, be considered a business area.

Messrs. Ferguson and Hayes also spoke, endorsing Mr. Temby’s remarks.

The Mayor (Cr. Edwards) thanked the deputation and said that their request would be considered, and that the council would be pleased to receive them, if desired, on a future occasion.

Mr. Miller’s application as contained in Cr. Bradshaw’s notice of motion, was therefore held in abeyance.

***

LAST Friday the ladies of Frankston met at Mrs. Lind’s residence to organise a committee to assist in the Boxing Day Beach Carnival. There was a large attendance, and those present entered enthusiastically into the proceedings. Mrs. W. Lind was elected lady president and Mrs. W. C. Young secretary.

***

THE new Frankston Motor Garage, adjoining the police station, is rapidly

assuming definite proportions, and, judging by the progress already made the brick-work should be completed within a couple of weeks’ time. The new building which is estimated to cost upwards of £3000, will be ready for occupation prior to the Christmas holidays.

***

THE Frankston Fire Brigade held another enjoyable dance at the Frankston Mechanics’ hall on Monday evening last.

There was a large attendance, including numerous visitors from Carrum.

Music was supplied by Mr. Johnston (piano) and Mr. Laging (Jazz instruments). The duties of M.C. were ably carried out by Mr. Croft.

***

MR. and Mrs. James Lambie, of Frankston, are spending a few weeks at Healesville.

Mr. Lambie, his many friends will be pleased to know, continues to improve in health, and the mountain air has proved most beneficial to him.

***

CHILDREN’S COURT

Two youths were charged by Constable Nolan with theft at Carrum. The proceedings were not open to the Press.

***

MR. A. Dicker, of Baxter, advertises that he has Leghorn chicks for sale, also eggs.

***

From the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 19 & 21 Sep 1923

See page 19 for solutions.

Facilities Manager

Gleneagles Secondary College is currently seeking a highly skilled Facilities Manager. We offer a fantastic working environment, outstanding conditions, with flexible working options, underpinned by variety and autonomy.

This is a newly developed full-time ongoing position, working 7am to 3pm.

Key Responsibilities:

•Manage and track Facilities/Maintenance program and budgets.

•Manage compliance audits and annual safety checks.

•Manage the organisation of DET Make safe program and college trades.

•Comply with Occupational Health & Safety and Work Safe standards.

•Develop and manage an annual maintenance schedule.

•Work through maintenance log requests and liaise with the Maintenance team as required.

•Identify urgent and cyclic grounds works, prioritise and schedule these works.

•Manage trade induction.

Trade qualifications or experience highly desirable, conditions negotiable. For more information, including remuneration, contact the college Principal, Chad Ambrose 9708 1319 or gleneagles.sc@education.vic.gov.au

Tigers take the title after big win

MPNFL

By Brodie Cowburn

DIVISION ONE

DROMANA comfortably defeated Frankston YCW to claim the 2023

MPFNL Division One premiership last weekend.

Kinetic Stadium hosted the Grand Final last Sunday, 17 September.

The Tigers have been the team to beat all season - Dromana came into the match with just one loss to their name all year. Frankston YCW fin-

ished the home-and-away season in second place. On Sunday, Dromana continued their good form.

It was comfortable for the Tigers in the end. Frankston YCW had no answers for Dromana, who kept up the pressure all day.

Dromana went on to win by 55 points - 14.13 (97) to 6.7 (43).

Billy Geurts, Sam Fowler, Nicholas Collier, and Jake Aarts were named in Dromana’s best for the day.

Aarts’ signing has been instrumental for the Tigers this season. The former Richmond Tiger was excellent all year for his new side.

Dromana has now won three premierships in five seasons - they took out the Division Two premiership in 2018 and won the top division title in 2019. Earlier on Sunday, Red Hill took on Langwarrin in the reserves Grand Final.

It was a tight game at Kinetic Stadium, with neither side able to get far ahead. When the final siren sounded, it was Langwarrin who held a narrow lead.

The Kangaroos claimed the win 5.9 (39) to 5.11 (41).

Junior leagues link up

THE Frankston & District Junior Football League is set to merge with Mornington Peninsula Junior Football League in select divisions.

This month, South East Juniors and Frankston & District Junior Football League announced it had accepted the Mornington Peninsula Junior Football League into the under 16 girls, under 18 girls, under 15 boys, under 16 boys, and under

17 boys competitions. The new competition will begin in 2024. Work is now underway to establish new by-laws and a competition structure.

A statement from AFL South East read “this outcome is a significant and positive step forward to strengthen and grow the junior football pathway for both girls and boys within the South East region.”

Tennis revival at Hastings

A RECRUITMENT drive has seen Hastings Tennis Club more than double its membership.

At the beginning of 2023 Hastings had no junior teams and a about 30 members.

two nights of after-school coaching, a junior performance squad and has signed up over 50 new members,” he said.

The club had upgraded its lights to LEDs and was wanted to return the bocce courts back to tennis courts.

Team members: Hastings Tennis Club members, left to right at back, coach Alex Classon, Ben Ward, Skye Pledger, Mackenzie Sands, Ozzy Cartwright, Reece Driscoll (head coach), front, Cleo Stuart and Thaadhie Karunyanake, Jed Clinch and Levi Sands. Picture: Supplied

New coach Reece Driscoll said new members and new coaching programs had breathed new life into the club.

“The club now has eight junior teams, two of which are section one,

The club employed a new coaching team at the start of term two and with that had come a new atmosphere and a strong focus on junior tennis.

Driscoll said players from the performance squad were planning to train at a Spanish academy.

Driscoll said a recent “performance team” training trip to Bendigo helped to cement the sense of teamwork and players’ love of tennis.

“When you think that we were struggling six months ago, we are now in a great place,” he said.

Win within reach: Dromana got the better of Frankston YCW to take out the 2023 MPNFL Division One Grand Final. Picture: Craig Barrett

MPNFL Reserves: Langwarrin got across the line against Red Hill by two points to win the MPNFL Division One Reserves Grand Final. Picture: Paul Churcher

MPNFL Under 19’s: Langwarrin beat Mt Eliza by 24 points to win the MPNFL Division One Under 19’s Grand Final.

Picture: Paul Churcher

Under 17’s: Frankston YCW beat Bonbeach 37:33 to win the Under 17’s netball Grand Final.

Picture: Craig Barrett

C Grade: Frankston YCW beat Bonbeach 44:30 to win the C Grade netball Grand Final.

Picture: Craig Barrett

B Grade: Frankston YCW beat Langwarrin 48:34 to win the B Grade netball Grand Final.

Picture: Craig Barrett

A Grade: Langwarrin beat Sorrento 34:33 to win the A Grade netball Grand Final.

Picture: Paul Churcher

Johnston new Rosebud coach

SOCCER

By Craig MacKenzie

STUART Johnston is the new head coach of Rosebud and Donn Delaney is a short-priced favourite to take over the coaching reins at Frankston Pines.

The last week has been dominated by coaching conjecture and although Pines are yet to make an official announcement former JBNPL coach and ex-Peninsula Strikers head coach Delaney is at unbackable odds to be appointed.

Johnston was unveiled as new ’Buds boss at the club’s presentation on Saturday night in front of 130 attendees and this is his first senior appointment in Australia.

The Englishman is an ex-Crawley Town junior and also was part of Aldershot’s academy squad.

He played and coached at Chichester City before taking up coaching jobs at non-league clubs in Sussex.

He has been part of Mornington’s junior coaching set-up where his son Barney played before switching to Rosebud this year.

Johnston is both confident and ambitious and didn’t mince his words when asked what he would regard as success next season.

“Promotion. Definitely promotion. Without a doubt,” he said.

“I expect development of some of the younger players in the squad but I also expect development of some of the older ones.

“In terms of what we need I’ve identified a couple of gaps in terms of experience in certain positions and we’ll definitely strengthen in those areas.

“But I’ve inherited a squad with a lot of quality and we would have been promoted this year if not for the points deduction.”

Johnston believes that the playing surface of the Olympic Park pitch is conducive to producing attractive football and his job is to “create a fantastic player environment where they will look back in years to come with fondness and pride in what they have achieved.”

His comments are a challenge to his players and to other State 5 South clubs and how Rosebud deals with that next season should make for interesting viewing.

Johnston wasn’t the only candidate considered for the Rosebud role.

The local club gave serious consideration to hiring Skye United assistant Pete Natsis.

He is a former Heidelberg United,

Tale of two coaches: Rosebud has named Stuart Johnston (inset) as its new senior coach while Don Delaney is heavily favoured to land the Frankston Pines coaching job. Main picture: Paul Seeley, The Man In The Stands.

Banyule City and Northern Falcons player and coached at Falcons, FC Noble Hurricanes and Pakenham United before joining Skye last year.

“In my opinion it was a done deal on Tuesday afternoon only to find out it wasn’t on Wednesday afternoon and that there was another person in the running,” Natsis said.

“They then wanted to proceed with an interview process with the executive committee so I turned them down.

“We even spoke about a budget and I had four players ready to come with me.

“I was really disappointed with the way they went about it.”

Rosebud interim president John Grbac said that the club could not afford the outlay involved.

“We couldn’t afford Pete’s wages plus the payments for the players he wanted to bring.”

Meanwhile the situation at Pines doesn’t sit well with Delaney’s former club at Centenary Park amid talk

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of Strikers’ players being approached about switching to Monterey Reserve next season.

So much so that Strikers social media manager Nick Scialpi used the club’s facebook account to announce that three young players in Jai Power, Cody Storton-French and Jacob Pay had all re-committed to the club for the upcoming season.

It’s believed that all three had been approached about switching allegiances.

As for Pines the coaching situation remains unresolved despite Delaney being touted as the frontrunner.

It was thought that former Pines head coach Trevor Johnston was another possible candidate and there had been some talk that this year’s senior assistant and player-coach of the club’s women’s team, former Young Matilda Hayley Malgioglio, might also put her hand up for the role.

However Johnston ruled himself out of contention last weekend.

“I will not be senior coach of the Pines,” he said.

“I have not applied for it nor have I spoken to the club about becoming senior coach.”

If Delaney is appointed he may have a significant rebuilding role on his hands as a number of senior players are rumoured to be restless and are understood to be looking elsewhere next season.

At least one ambitious local club is watching developments closely and has already held preliminary talks with current Pines’ players.

In other news recently appointed Langwarrin coach Jamie Skelly has not finalised his support staff for next season.

It’s understood that both internal and external candidates have been looked at and Langy is expected to make an announcement shortly.

In State 1 the senior coaching situation at Mornington is unclear.

It was expected that long-serving head coach Adam Jamieson would

continue his tenure but he is yet to confirm his intentions for next season.

In State 4 news Chelsea’s senior coaching position remains clouded despite the local club courting its preferred candidate for the past few weeks.

It is remaining tight-lipped about his identity and he is understood to have arranged a meeting with another club this week before giving Chelsea his answer.

Recently retired Chelsea coach Carlo Melino recommended the candidate in question.

“It will be a shame if the club is forced to advertise as I think he would do an amazing job at Chelsea,” Melino said.

In State 5 although no official announcement has been made Bryce Ruthven is expected to continue in his player-coaching role at Mount Eliza.

“A decision will be made in the next few weeks,” Ruthven said.

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