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THE plan to revitalise the Frankston train station precinct will include a demolition and rebuild of the station itself and the long-awaited electrification of the Baxter train line. The Frankston Station Precinct Taskforce recommendations on the way forward for the $63 million transport hub project were released last Wednesday (26 August). Labor Public Transport Minister Jacinta Allan will now consider the master plan, put together after community consultation, with improvements to Young St set to begin before mid2016. Ways to break up a “cluster” of pharmacotherapy distribution outlets near the train station will be considered and a “new public plaza” will improve the look and feel of Young St. Bus terminals will remain in Young St. Traders in the street had feared any relocation of buses to Fletcher Rd would have negatively impacted on their businesses. In a surprising omission, the taskforce decided against the construction of a multi-deck carpark at Frankston station and the state government will work with Frankston Council to increase the number of on-street parking spaces near the station. Improved pedestrian pathways to nearby parking at Bayside Shopping Centre and the Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre are also on the agenda.

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Unused short term parking spaces during the week at Bayside Shopping Centre may be leased to meet commuter demand. Frankston Labor MP Paul Edbrooke said the master plan recommendations “reflect the needs and wants of local stakeholders and the Frankston community”. “As chair of the taskforce, I would like to personally thank everyone who contributed to the recommendations, and I look forward to seeing them integrated into the new station precinct,” he said. The Frankston Station Precinct Taskforce included representation from council, Chisholm TAFE, Victoria Police, the Frankston Business Network, Public Transport Victoria and the state government. Frankston mayor Cr Sandra Mayer said council’s “voice is being heard and the Frankston Transit Interchange redevelopment is on track”. “We are pleased that the taskforce’s recommendations take on-board many of the recommendations Council presented them in our formal position regarding the redevelopment,” Cr Mayer said. “In addition to the recommendations presented, council is delighted that the electrification of the line to Baxter is firmly on the agenda in the planning for this precinct.” The Baxter Electrification Project, a huge undertaking, is expected to take 10-15 years to complete. Continued Page 4

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No station patrols ‘public risk’ Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au THE Andrews government has been accused of putting public safety at risk during the upcoming trial of allnight public transports on weekends. Earlier this month the Labor state government announced a one-year trial of 24-hour Friday and Saturday train services, called “Homesafe”, across the state including the Frankston line. Liberal opposition leader Matthew Guy visited Seaford train station last Monday (24 August) and slammed the government for failing to budget for protective services officers at all stations all night. “That leaves quite a number of stations like Seaford exposed to no security after 11pm,” Mr Guy said. PSOs will be on duty all night at locations dubbed “premium stations” by the state government. Frankston, Carrum, Mordialloc, Mentone, Cheltenham, Moorabbin, Bentleigh, Caulfield, South Yarra and Richmond stations on the Frankston line have been classed premium stations with PSOs set to patrol these stations overnight. PSOs will clock off overnight at all other stations on Friday and Saturday evenings. “The PSOs will leave and it’s going to be a lottery if you’re not at a premium station,” Mr Guy said. “The fact that the public now won’t know which station has them or not is a real concern. The idea of PSOs is that every station had them

Sorry site: The former Ambassador Hotel is regarded as an eyesore. Pic: Gary Sissons

Hotel demolition falls over Safety first: Liberal opposition leader Matthew Guy says the state government should ensure protective services officers patrol all stations including Seaford all night during a 12-month trial of 24/7 weekend train services. Picture: Gary Sissons

until the last train.” Mr Guy says the government “haven’t done their sums right” on the trial. When in opposition before last year’s state election Labor said the 12-month all-night weekend public transport trial would cost $50 million but this figure has blown out to $83.6 million. “The government has done it on the cheap. Our view is that there should be PSOs until the last train.” Public Transport Minister Jacinta Allan said the government consulted with Victoria Police about the best model and the best use of resources. Ms Allan said police determined

109 extra PSOs and an extra 62 transit police would be needed, so funding was increased to enable Victoria Police to employ extra staff. “It’s disappointing Mr Guy doesn’t support this important initiative, which will do so much for people down the sandbelt and across Victoria who just want to get home safe on the weekend.” Carrum Labor MP Sonya Kilkenny welcomed the Homesafe trial. “I wish Matthew Guy would stop picking on Seaford. I live in Seaford. It is a terrific community with many families who just want to know that their young people can get home on the weekends.”

THE champagne has well and truly been put on ice at the site of the former Ambassador Hotel. Developer Joanna Kordos previously said she planned to celebrate with “a champagne breakfast” when the 40-year-old building was demolished to make may for “luxury” apartments (‘Wreckers lined up for Ambassador’, The Times 18/5/15) but the site has now been put up for sale as part of a mortgagee auction according to a real estate agent. The bubbly now seems to have gone flat and Ms Kordos did not return calls from The Times last week. The latest twist is a blow to the chances of the building at 325 Nepean Hwy, widely regarded as an eyesore and blight on Frankston, being demolished this year. Ms Kordos, a fine artist and interior architect, promised Frankston Council in March that the Ambassador would be demolished “within four weeks” when seeking a 12-month extension on

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the planning permit to build a four-storey building including 37 apartments. Councillors reluctantly agreed to the extension despite some voicing scepticism about the viability of the luxury apartment project to be built next to 112 low-cost apartments behind the function centres (‘The Ambassador faces axe’, The Times 1/4/15). Neighbouring residents often complain to council about anti-social behaviour at the apartments. KBL Commercial is advertising the site for sale at a mortgagee auction on Thursday 10 September and the plans and permits for the proposed apartment complex are being included as part of the deal. Selling agent Max Braude said the sales campaign is “going very nicely” with “a fair amount” of interest from potential buyers. “It’s a great development opportunity and a chance to sort out that area of town,” he said. Neil Walker

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Transport hub plan ‘on track’ to deliver Continued from Page 1 Seeking private sector investment by relocating businesses to the station surrounds is another long term aim but the master plan does note the challenge ahead since “new business and investment in the station precinct and city centre is hampered by negative perceptions of Frankston as a place to invest in”. Cr Mayer said council is “optimistic that the taskforce’s recommendations around the staged development of land owned by the state government and council, will lead toward council’s aim

of attracting another government department to establishing offices within the Frankston city centre.” “How the new station precinct looks and functions is very important, but just as vital is rejuvenating the city centre through residential development and more jobs which will bring new customers to our traders’ doors and improve the perception of safety within our city,” she said. The state government will will allocate spending in next year’s state budget to begin the station rebuild.

Catch cap proposed for bay commercial fishers A FOUR-week public consultation period began last week on a proposed “sliding catch cap” on the harvest of fish by licensed commercial fishers in Port Phillip and Western Port bays. Fisheries Victoria met with Seafood Industry Victoria representatives Wednesday to discuss the proposed changes. The sliding cap is an integral part of phasing-out commercial netting in Port Phillip Bay – a commitment made last year in the state government’s Target One Million plan that aims to increase participation in the recreational fishing sector. “The proposed cap will prevent any increase in commercial fishing during the phase-out period of eight years,” Fisheries Victoria executive director Travis Dowling said. “It will also ensure that, as licences are bought out

from the fishery, the overall catch reduces in a fair and transparent way. “The cap will place an annual catch limit on each fishing licence based on the average catch over five years prior to the announcement to remove netting. “After listening to industry it was decided to use an average of five years of catch as this was the fairest way to introduce the cap, but also note individual’s personal circumstances and fluctuations in fish abundance. “There is also a proposal to introduce new reporting requirements for commercial fishers to enable effective enforcement of the cap, consistent with best-practice fisheries management in Australia.” The consultation period ends on 25 September. See vic.gov.au/PPBnets

Leading the way on climate change VOLUNTEERS mingled with state politicians on Monday at the launch of a report on climate change in Frankston. Titled Six Steps to Climate Leadership, and published by Environment Victoria, the report shows how the state government could be a leader on climate change and clean energy – but is currently falling behind. MPs Sonya Kilkenny (Carrum) and Tim Richardson (Mordialloc) attended the event to hear from peninsula Environment Victoria volunteers and supporters from a variety of community groups. Environment Victoria community organiser Adele Neale said she asked people why they cared about climate change and cutting pollution. “Frankston locals are proud of our beautiful natural environment and want to see it protected,” she said. “Lots of people said they want to protect the special habitats and creatures on our coast and around Victoria. “Frankston is fast becoming a hub for people who want to see more done about climate change. Environment Victoria works with the community in Frankston and we’re always meeting people who want to get involved. It’s clear that

people here care about the environment.” Before last year’s state election, Environment Victoria opened an ‘Envirohub’ in Frankston and the group continues to work here. “The Frankston area now has more Environment Victoria volunteers than almost anywhere else in Victoria,” Ms Neale said. “Two volunteer groups meet regularly and organise events to build community power.” Environment Victoria’s Safe Climate Campaign manager Dr Nicholas Aberle said Six Steps to Climate Leadership outlined the steps the state government could take so Victoria can join the pacesetters on dealing with climate change. “We’re seeing places like Scotland and Ontario building lots of clean energy and cutting their pollution,” he said. “Closer to home the ACT is aiming for 100 per cent clean energy by 2025. Our federal government is taking us backwards on climate change, but it’s now clear that the state government has all the levers at its disposal to be a leader.” See environmentvictoria.org.au/six-steps-to-climateleadership

Mapped out: Environment Victoria supporter Jett Currie, left, with community organiser Jane Stabb and Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny with an interactive map of Victoria.

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Students get creative in classroom NEPEAN School students and teachers are proud of their latest art project – a series of kinetic sculptures powered by the sun, wind and rain. They couldn’t wait to show off their efforts to Creative Industries Minister Martin Foley when he visited the Seaford school last week. A $10,000 grant from Creative Victoria’s 2015 Artists-in-Schools program has allowed sculptor and sound artist Michael Prior to work with students on the project that brings together rhythm, motion and energy, and explores themes of creativity, community and sustainability. Mr Prior – who has exhibited internationally – began working with the students in April. Since then, they have designed and built their own kinetic sound sculptures using recycled materials. Their work will form the inspiration for a large outdoor sculpture and sound artwork to be powered by natural elements and alternative energy. Mr Foley said the Artists-in-Schools program enables students to connect with their inner artist and unlock their creative potential.

“The arts can have a powerful effect on learning. This project brings together the arts and sciences to investigate a vital issue of our time, environmental sustainability, in an engaging way. “Congratulations to Nepean School, Michael, and all the students involved in this inventive, resourceful and experimental project.” The Artists-in-Schools program is a partnership between Creative Victoria and the Department of Education and Training. It has been running 30 years. The program provides creative and engaging learning experiences in Victorian schools, and shows how creativity can be used to enhance learning across the curriculum for students of all abilities. It connects artists with young, creative community members, and offers professional development opportunities for teachers. Applications are open until 22 September for schools wishing to undertake an Artists-in-Schools project next year. See creative.vic.gov.au/ais

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Land care helps woodlands LANGWARRIN conservationist Ella Boyen has used an $11,500 grant from the federal government’s 25th Anniversary Landcare Grants program to develop a community information sharing website, run public workshops and coordinate group activities to maintain and improve the Langwarrin Woodlands. Ms Boyden has coordinated workshops on planning an ecological burn, wildlife survey and habitat improvement. She is currently part of a small group of passionate locals forming a new Langwarrin Landcare group. Despite being close to a suburban area, the woodlands has a rich range of habitat and animal life. The land varies from swamplands, to a riparian zone and open and heathy woodlands. Some of the animals that inhabit the woodlands include echidnas, swamp wallabies, eastern grey kangaroos, sugar gliders, koalas and a vast range of other mammals, lizards and snakes, birds, fish and amphibians. “The grant has helped the greater Langwarrin community as it covers fox and rabbit control over a number of properties over a square kilometre,” Ms Boyen said. “With a bandicoot sighting in Pearcedale recently, fox control and vegetation conservation could see bandicoots make a comeback from local extinction.” See langwarrinwoodlands.org for information about the project and upcoming workshops.

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Car comes crashing in A CARRUM Downs house was extensively damaged when a 67-year-old woman crashed her car – and another car – through the front bedroom wall, Thursday, 8.50pm. The incident occurred when the woman drove her Toyota Camry up Protea St and along a pedestrian access track. The force of the collision shunted a second car through the bedroom window of the house in Botany Drive. The woman told police she had blacked out before the incident. Carrum Downs police, Frankston SES and Carrum Downs fire brigade crews attended. No one was injured. Council building staff later assessed the house for structural stability. The occupants, who were out, arrived soon afterwards, and

were able to remain there overnight. Frankston SES spokesman Brian McManus said the Carrum Downs woman apparently “hit the accelerator”, knocking over bollards and brickwork, and damaging water and gas meters. “She did a bit of damage; she was moving alright – running into the car at the end of the walkway. The owners came home to find a car in their bedroom.” Frankston 1st Constable Pierre Salce said the woman told him she had “woken up in the walkway”. A breath-test returned a negative reading. He said charges were being considered, including a licence review.

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Survey on upgrade THE Thompsons Rd upgrade survey is open until 31 October - The state government has spent $20 million so far duplicating Thompsons Rd between Dandenong-Frankston Rd and the South Gippsland Hwy, and Narre Warren-Cranbourne Rd and BerwickCranbourne Rd. VicRoads is looking for public input as it feels community involvement is vital for a successful completion to the upgrade. Visit frankston.vic.gov.au/Your_Council/ Have_Your_Say

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A NEW breed of school crossing supervisors is emerging, helping to break the stereotype of a senior resident with plenty of free time on their hands. Slowly but surely more tertiary students – in areas such as teaching, childcare and child or youth-related areas – are becoming crossing supervisors to help the community, prepare for their career and boost their income. “I’m new to the area and I thought it would be a cool way to get involved in the community and get to know the area,” Frankston-based occupational therapy student Tasmin Lewis said. “I’m a people person, so I’ve really enjoyed getting to know so many people. The kids are great, but I’ve been surprised how many other community members use the crossing – senior citizens and parents – and they’ve been great to work with, too.” “You wouldn’t think it would relate to occupational therapy, but I’m always having to think about things like inclusion, accessibility and safety, which are all very important in my field. “You also have to relate to different people in different ways, so it’s definitely been a good learning experience.” Frankston Council is seeking school crossing supervisors for its 73 crossings, with shifts available within the 8-9.30am and 2.30-4pm windows. “We value anyone who puts their hand up to fill these valuable roles and our message is it doesn’t matter whether you are young or not-soyoung, if you are right for the job we want to hear from you,” the mayor Sandra Mayer said. Anyone interested can phone Mela-

Arrest over RSL raid A SKYE man has been arrested over a burglary at the Frankston RSL last month. The incident took place at the Cranbourne Rd premises about 1.30am, Friday 31 July. Memorabilia, including war medals, was stolen. Of special interest is a chess set hand carved by prisoners of war. The items are yet to be recovered. Police executed a search warrant on 21 August and arrested a 24-yearold man. He is expected to be charged on summons with burglary and theft. Police are still searching for a second man, who is described as being aged in his 20s. He was wearing a beanie, gloves, a hooded jumper and track suit pants. Call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at crimestoppersvic.com.au

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A FRANKSTON man, 22, has been charged with criminal damage after allegedly kicking in three shop windows in Main St, Mornington. The man left The Bay Hotel at 3am and was leaning against the windows of a real estate office, tax agent and a lighting shop when the alleged crimes took place. Sergeant Ron Trainor, of Mornington police, used CCTV footage and the hotel’s ID system to identify the man. He has been bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on a date to be fixed.

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Show of force ousts bikies Stephen Taylor steve@baysidenews.com.au A POLICE raid on a Dark Side bikie club house in Seaford last week was “a matter of keeping them on their toes and moving them on”, a senior Frankston police man said. About 20 police smashed their way into the premises on Peninsula Blvd and emerged with a Hells Angels’ banner. Later, they stood guard outside as a locksmith changed the locks. Posters left on the door warned that entry without the authority of property manager 21 Century Real Estate was illegal and trespassers would be prosecuted. This is the third time police have evicted the Dark Side Outlaw Motor Cycle Gang from commercial premises in Seaford, with Sergeant Steve Burt, of Frankston police, describing the raid as “a show of force”. “We want them to know that we are watching them,” he said. Bikie hangouts are deemed to be

clubs without liquor licences, making it illegal for them to provide liquor to members. Outlaw gangs also cannot own property – such as a clubhouse – because it could be seized as being the proceeds of crime. Southern Division Investigations Inspector John Cormack said raids last week on Coffin Cheaters club rooms in Aspendale and Braeside found they had been operating a premise without a liquor licence. “Our investigation has identified a factory in Braeside which includes a purpose-built bar,” he said. “We believe the bar is a place of assembly for the Coffin Cheaters and their associates. “The community can be reassured that Victoria Police actively monitor OMCG activities and will investigate any illegal activities they are suspected of committing. “Today’s operation is an example of our ability to detect, identify and disrupt alleged illegal activities being undertaken by outlaw motorcycle gangs within our area and draw upon whatever resources are needed.”

Property owners are advised to vet prospective tenants before letting commercial premises. Senior Constable Adam West, of police media, said it could prevent future heartache for property owners. “A little bit of investigation may prevent lost income and disruption in the future,” he said. Police says landlords should always check potential tenant’s credentials, and sight and check all documentation to ensure it is genuine. If tenants have copies of documents ensure that they are certified, meet potential tenants a few times before renting the property and ask them questions. If claims made by the potential tenant conflict with the evidence on hand ask further questions, do some research and check the applicant’s name through Google and on social media. Check application addresses and information on Google maps. Anyone with information on club house sites should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at crimestoppersvic.com.au

Drugs raids, arrests DETECTIVES in a courier van slid in beside a car parked at Olivers Hill, Frankston, 9.40am Wednesday as part of a covert operation. Then they pounced. Inside the car they allegedly found a substantial quantity of the drug ice. Two men, aged 34 and 42, of Bonbeach and Pearcedale, and a woman, 33, of Seaford, appeared at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on Thursday charged with trafficking. The Bonbeach man was remanded to reappear at Frankston on 10 October, the Pearcedale man bailed to reappear at Frankston on 23 September, and the woman bailed to reappear at Frankston on 10 December. Detective Senior Sergeant Shane Rix, of Caulfield Divisional Response Unit, said the coordinated four-month operation targeted the sale and distribution of methyl-amphetamines in the Bonbeach and Frankston areas. “We knew where they were going to be. These people are part of a gang who deal in drugs, substantial quantities of cash, weapons and handle stolen property – you’ve only got to look at the crime rate in Bonbeach.” By day’s end, a further six people had been arrested. Detectives raided a house in Bondi Rd, Bonbeach, where they claim a large quantity of drugs – including ice, ecstasy and cannabis – was seized, along with illegal fireworks, OC spray and a significant quantity of cash. The occupants, a man, 29, and a woman, 25, were arrested and charged with drug offences. The man has been remanded to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on 23 September charged with drug trafficking, possession of methyl-amphetamines, speed, MDMA, cocaine,

cannabis, prescription medication, proceeds of crime, possess explosives and possess OC spray. The woman was bailed to appear at Moorabbin Magistrates’ Court on 4 December charged with possession of methyl-amphetamines. Four men were then arrested at a property on Nepean Hwy, Seaford. Police allegedly seized a quantity of drugs including ice, speed, cannabis and prescription drugs. A 40-year-old Seaford man, a 32-year-old Frankston man and a 38-year-old Seaford man have been bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on 10 December each charged with possessing a drug of dependence. A 45-year-old Seaford man was also arrested and released pending summons. A warrant was then executed at a property on Hatch St, Pearcedale, where police allegedly seized more ice, a samurai sword and a tomahawk. Detective Senior Sergeant Rix said police would monitor crime rates in Bonbeach and surrounding areas to gauge the effect of the arrests. “We made substantial hauls over the whole day,” he said. “It was a good outcome.” He said the arrests and seizures were a reminder that police would continue to take action against those that engage in this type of criminal activity. “These warrants should send a clear message to those in the Bonbeach and Frankston areas that police will not tolerate these offences and will continue to proactively target those who engage in this type of criminal behaviour.” Stephen Taylor

It’s ours now: Police remove a Hells Angels’ banner from the Seaford premises. Picture: Gary Sissons

‘Good Samaritan’ punched, injured A SO-CALLED “Good Samaritan” was punched to the side of the head while trying to stop a fight outside a Frankston supermarket on Saturday 22 August. The force of the blow knocked him unconscious to the ground – fortunately onto grass – and he was later taken to The Alfred hospital with severe facial lacerations. The attack occurred after two men, 20 and 23, had a minor verbal altercation with another man in the Ashleigh Ave, Karingal, store at 6pm. After the three men went outside the victim, 20, was allegedly kicked and punched on the footpath. The “Good Samaritan”, 22, who was jogging past, stopped and attempted to reason with one of the attackers. The situation appeared to be quietening down when the older offender allegedly ran in from the side and punched him to the head. At the same time, the original victim had gone to his car parked nearby and turned his dashcam towards the offenders, capturing the assault on film. He then followed the two men as they drove off, filming their car and registration plates. Police arrested the men two hours later. They were charged with affray and recklessly causing serious injury and bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on 9 December. Senior Sergeant Steve Fyfe, of Frankston CIU, said the attack was vicious and unprovoked. “These types of incidents are a real concern to us,” he said.

Stolen car used in thefts A CAR stolen in Hastings Rd, Frankston, Friday 21 August, is believed to have been used by two men to break into two other cars parked in Hoadley Av and Nepean Hwy, Frankston South, early Sunday morning. Power tools and spare change was stolen. The red Hyundai was reported to police parked at the Shell service station, Nepean Hwy, Mornington, on Monday morning. Staff at the outlet became suspicious and called police after a man was seen asleep in the car. Police allegedly found stolen property, including the power tools, inside. A 36 year old Mornington man was charged with theft of a motor car and two counts of theft from a motor car. He has been remanded to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court in November. Detective Sergeant Jason Hocking, of Mornington CIU, said the man’s accomplice, a 37 year old Frankston man, was arrested that afternoon hiding behind a bush at Summerhill Reserve, Tanti Park, by the Canine Unit. It is alleged he had burgled a house in Nepean Hwy, Mornington and had stolen property, including clothing and cash, in his possession. The man was charged with theft of a motor car, theft from motor cars, burglary, handling stolen goods, and possessing the proceeds of crime. He was on parole at the time. He, too, has been remanded to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court in November.

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Pub only for sale not business, manager We can work it out: FMC executive manager Graeme Westaway, left, and Dunkley Liberal MP Bruce Billson at the launch of the financial first aid app in Frankston. Picture: Andrew Lloyd

Get out of debt swamp HELP is at hand for those who feel they are drowning in mounting debt. A new website and mobile phone app launched late last month to offer free financial guidance can be the first step to put consumers back in charge of their finances. The financialfirstaid.org.au site is the brainchild of FMC Mediation and Counselling Victoria, a not-for-profit provider of federal government-funded family and community programs. The online site and app provides access to information split into three categories: ‘I need help right now’, ‘I need to understand’ and ‘I want to know more’. Easy-to-read information about how to recover from financial stress and possibly book a free appointment with an FMC financial counsellor to work through a solution could be a gateway to a better life free of debt worries. The CEO of FMC, Kim O’Neill, said the organisation’s financial counsellors understand people can find themselves

in financial strife for many reasons such as unemployment or serious illness. “Our new website and financial counselling and capability service offers consumers a 24-hour action-based online financial support and easy to access information,” Ms O’Neill said. “Our model and website provides consumers with financial counselling, education and support. Our aim is to empower people to take back control of their money and lives”. FMC notes Australian household debt has grown during a period of rising property prices and increasing unemployment, Australian Bureau of Statistics data reveals household debt has increased nearly twice as fast as the value of household assets over the past 25 years. Moorabbin based FMC recently opened it latest office at 146 Young St, Frankston. See financialfirstaid.org.au or call 1800 639 523 for further information.

COLONIAL Leisure Group is selling the Portsea Hotel building and land not the business, says the group’s national operations manager Grady Patching. Mr Patching was responding to the report in last week’s paper about several Mornington Peninsula tourism properties on the market or sold (“Overseas investor eyes on us”, 25/8/15).

He stated in an email that “the freehold only is for sale not the business. CLG will not be selling the leasehold any time soon”. The Timaes stated the freehold was worth $16 million. Mr Patching stated that “Portsea Hotel just had the most profitable year since Chris has owned the venue” in response to The Times stating that “the business is not doing as well as

several years ago when it was under different management”. “Chris” is Computershare founder and millionaire Chris Morris who acquired the shares of co-owner Andrew Henderson in September 2012. Mr Henderson was at the hotel for 14 years including as manager. Colonial Leisure Group has managed the hotel for two full financial years. Mike Hast

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are the three bedrooms in the East corner that all have built-in robes and share the excellent main bathroom. This beachside home has a big heart and embodies the coastal ambience perfectly. The evergreen corner allotment measures about 909 square metres and has been used to its full capacity with splendid landscaping and neat paths providing the perfect complement to the smooth exterior lines.

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HASTINGS 31 Cedar Drive EXECUTORS AUCTION Three bedroom home with spacious living areas, fully covered sun room under roof line looking out to lovely gardens and fruit trees, functional kitchen with laminated benchtops, overhead cupboards, dishwasher, gas hotplates and electric oven, all bedrooms have BIR’s – main with spacious walk through robe leading to dual-entry bathroom and separate toilet. Outside boasts a gravel driveway leading to double carport enabling boat and caravan access. More features include 3 water tanks, a storage shed for the tools, and an extra workshop/bungalow that is insulated and has power, plus air-conditioning. All this set on approx. 812sqm allotment in a quiet street, this family home is a perfect starter to enter the market place. MUST BE SOLD!

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WHERE NATURE MEETS THE SEA Beautifully positioned in ‘Old Tyabb’ and immersed in nature, this well-built Victorian style home will be the perfect family pleaser. Offering four generous sized bedrooms, all with built in robes, master with WIR and ensuite, separate family bathroom and separate toilet, well designed kitchen with gas stovetop, electric oven and ample cupboard space flows into the spacious dining room & lounge featuring a cosy gas log fire, generous sized laundry with internal access to double lock up remote garage. Step outside and take advantage of this extensive 1/4 acre block, surrounded by secure fencing this large private yard is perfect for storing the caravan or boat with plenty of room left for the kids to play.

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AUCTION Saturday 12th September at 2.30pm TERMS 10% Deposit, Balance 30/60 days, Vacant Possession

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AUCTION Saturday 19th September at 1.30pm TERMS 10% Deposit, Balance 30/60 days,

Set on a generous 828sqm allotment, this freshly updated 3BR brick veneer home offers spacious living areas leading to a well-appointed & recently renovated kitchen that features s/steel appliances including gas cook top, oven & dishwasher and adjoins the family meals area. Step out to the enormous entertaining space featuring a wet bar, and an extensive pergola that overlooks the landscaped gardens including a fire pit surrounded by merbau decking and tropical plants. Rear vehicle access to a large shed (6x9m approx.) will not disappoint – work on your restorations while the pot belly stove keeps you warm, there is a garden shed to the rear and established vegetable garden. Located close to schools, shops and transport this home is exceptional value, delivering impressive living options.

Lovely unit comprising 3BR’s with built in robes – main bedroom with dual-entry bathroom, separate laundry, kitchen with gas stove top and electric oven, tiled dining area, large lounge and lock up double garage. Positioned at the front allows private access with front yard as well as a private rear courtyard.

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HASTINGS 5/1 Phillip Court Located in the heart of town, this shiny pearl ticks all the boxes. Freshly painted and carpeted this lovely home offers 3 bedrooms with central bathroom, large living area plus large covered outdoor entertainment area with merbau deck. Just a short stroll to the shops and local cafes, summing up a perfect home or investment.

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CRIB POINT 2/6 Point Road Comfortable 2BR unit in a peaceful location close to Woolleys Beach foreshore. Open plan lounge and dining, kitchen with gas s/steel appliances. Outside features spacious rear yard, garden shed and single lock-up garage. This property presents beautifully, captures lots of light and is very affordable.

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FOR the busy modern family this well-maintained home is a dream come true. The convenient location is close to parks, transport and shops, and the home offers plenty of space for the next stage of life on a manageable 563 square metre block. A fabulous open-plan family living area extends to a covered entertaining patio that overlooks the garden. Incorporated into the family zone is a modern, efficient kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher and there is a second lounge room. The main bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite is set at the front of the home, with two more bedrooms, both with built-in robes, sharing the main bathroom with separate bath and shower. The block is nicely landscaped with neat lawns and gardens and quaint picket fencing adds the perfect finishing touch. From the street there is a double garage with internal access.

WE DELIVER... SEAFORD 1/59 KANANOOK AVENUE COUNTRY CHARM - BEACHSIDE LOCATION Country charm collides with trendy bayside living with this appealing home only one street back from the stunning bay beaches of Seaford. The secret is out, Seaford offers exceptional value for its location, amenities and lifestyle but the good news is you still have a short time to take advantage of the great value on offer. Light filled living areas, separate meals area, functional kitchen, generous bedrooms, heating and cooling and neutral tones set the mood inside whilst outside you have a large private front yard, lock up garage and the convenience of only two on the block. Walk to some of the best swimming beaches in all of Victoria, enjoy bike rides and walks along the Kananook Creek reserve and an easy stroll to local shops and schools. Only 35km from Melbourne´s CBD and the beautiful Mornington Peninsula, this location gives you a lifestyle that few have the opportunity to enjoy. Ideal for buyers looking to live in a blue chip location at an affordable price.

3 1 1 CLOSING DATE SALE (UNLESS SOLD PRIOR) Tuesday, September 15th at 6pm (unless sold prior) ESR $440,000+ VIEW Saturday 12:00pm - 12:30pm CONTACT Luke Lawlor 0414 757 705 OFFICE 23 Playne Street, Frankston 9776 6000

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FOR established mechanics perhaps looking to take that next step, this automotive business specialises in auto-electrical repairs and services. Located in the Colchester Road industrial area, the premises has a low rent and the business has a solid customer base. The workshop measures about 180 square metres with a separate office and mezzanine floor. In addition to providing automotive and auto electrical services, the business has diversified into the niche area of installing and monitoring alcohol interlock technology, as well as the maintenance and regassing of air conditioners.

High visibility showroom Address: Showroom, MORNINGTON Price: $1538 per week, plus GST and outgoings Agency: Kevin Wright Commercial, 1/26 McLaren Place, Mornington, 5977 2255 Agent: Tanya Scagliarini, 0438 289 859 THIS brand new showroom has a great position along Tyabb Road and will certainly maximise the exposure of your business. The massive 565 square metre interior includes a mezzanine level of about 60 square metres that can be partitioned into office use or left as open-plan. There is plenty of off-street parking for customers and staff and easy access to the rear for deliveries.

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Manzana Mexican What the Fajita! This is a cracking little cantina, popular with locals, that has nailed the home grown mexican fare. Trading 5 nights per week, there will be plenty of siesta time here to enjoy your new lifestyle •120m2 approx •Good rent long lease •Liquor Licence to 11pm •Indoor & outdoor seating •Showing strong profits

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Wounded soldiers visit local school Compiled by Melissa Walsh THE picture raffled by Mrs Brunning in aid of the Red Cross Fund was won by Miss Eileen Simcock, the winning number being 16. *** MR McCormack wishes to acknowledge the receipt of 10s from Mrs J. Hogan donated to the Red Cross Fund, which was handed in to the treasurer some weeks ago. *** CR W. J. Oates requests us to acknowledge the receipt of £20 8s 9d, being proceeds from the sale of Red Cross buttons for the month of July in the Shire of Frankston and Hastings. *** MESSRS T. R. B. Morton and Son will hold an extensive clearing sale of land, furniture, statuary, stock, vehicles, etc., on account of N. R. Ingham Esq, of “Ingle” Park, Bittern, on Tuesday, 14th September, full particulars of which are advertised. *** THE hon. sec. (Dr Plowman), of the presentation Fund to recruits recently enlisted from Frankston desires to acknowledge the receipt of a donation of £1 11s 6d from the employees of the Roads’ Board Hastings Road contract, including 5s each from Mr Wallace, Mr Bladen, jun. and Mr Ernest McComb. Steps are now being taken to organise the entertainment and presentation which was for various reasons postponed and the function will probably take place at an early date. ***

A party of 14 wounded soldiers arrived by motors from the city on Thursday under the care of Mr Malcolm, and were the guests of the Wattles Club, at Clarendon House, where the afternoon was most pleasantly spent. Previous to going to Clarendon House the soldiers paid a visit to the local State School, and Mr Richardson (head teacher) welcomed them to Frankston. The children were highly delighted, and did their utmost to entertain the visitors by singing and on their leaving gave them three hearty cheers. *** AMONG the many visitors attending the farewell social held at Langwarrin, on Saturday; 21st ult, were Mr and Mrs Summers, formerly in charge of the local station. Old members of the Frankston band will be pleased to know that their old comrade now takes a keen interest in the Cheltenham band. During their residence here Mr and Mrs Summers took a lively interest in, and rendered valuable aid in social and recreation societies, particularly at Langwarrin, and upon special occasions the family still appear on the concert platform, in the person of Miss Summers, a rising young pianist. The family received a warm welcome from old friends. Mr Vivian McGraw, another ex-resident of Langwarrin, has vastly improved his musical talent, his item proved the best of the evening. His parents were the main stay of the Langwarrin Methodist Church choir, after Mr W. Fleming’s family sought

fresh fields for their energy. The latter family were all born singers and fine workers, wherever they were placed. The visitors were the guests of Mr and Mrs Berry, who have led the way in patriotic efforts in this district, both their adult sons being now at the front. *** MORNINGTON Junction. A farewell social and presentation was held in the Mornington Junction Church, Saturday evening 28th, to bid farewell to eight young men who are leaving for the front. The presentation was a fountain pen for each of the boys. Privates W. Bond, C. Bond J. Cozens, H. and T. Male, Geo Mc Cubbin, W. Smale and B. Young. Cr Oates took the chair. The National Anthem being sung the evening started with a song Mrs Barclay, recitation Hazle Scott, song Miss G. Male, recitation Rev McDonald, song Mr Young senr, recitation Miss D. Michael, song Mrs Barclay, recitation Mr Young. The speakers were Cr Oates, Mr Dicker, Mr Marshall and the Rev McDonald. The boys thanked the people for their good wishes and Mr Young thanked them for the boys that were not able to be present. The evening closed by singing “For they are jolly good fellows.” *** THE official opening of the Mornington Junction Miniature Rifle Club Range took place on Saturday, August 28th, 1915. The President of the Shire, Cr Oates after a short speech, in which he congratulated the Club on being the

first formed in the Shire, and wishing it every success, declared the Range open, and then fired the first 3 shots. All the members and visitors present who wished to do so, made trial of their skill. The attendance was larger than anticipated, the rain keeping off during the whole afternoon so a very enjoyable time was spent. All seemed as happy as could be and several new names were added to the club roll. The boys of the district are anxious that arrangements be made so that they too may learn to shoot. Our thanks are due and accorded to Mr Walsh, our station master, for presenting a gold medal for competition, to the ladies who provided tea, coffee and light refreshments, and to all those residents who assisted in clearing and constructing the range etc. It is a matter for congratulations that subscriptions and donations have come in so well as to permit the club to commence operations free of debt and money in hand sufficient to purchase an additional rifle and trophy. Shooting will take place every Saturday afternoon, commencing at 2 o’clock until further notice. *** THE entertainment promised by St Paul’s Club, in aid of the Frankston Branch of Red Cross Fund, eventuated on Wednesday night last and was a pronounced success, not only as far as the artists are concerned, but the sum of £5 17s 6d will be added to the fund. All those who so ably assisted have the satisfaction of knowing their ef-

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TAX After Hours has always been there to remove the stress of tax time but now Director, Edie McGregor is making sure apprentice tradies are taken care of, offering a discount $55 tax return and the benefit of financial guidance. “We understand apprentice tradies are usually quite young and need some financial guidance so offer a discount tax return as well as solid financial mentoring so that they can eventually start their own business,” said Edie, whose son is currently in his second year apprenticeship. At Tax After Hours, the philosophy has always been that they work when it suits the client. “We know that you have a busy personal and work life, and so adjust our schedule to suit you, so tax and financial assessments can be done purely on an appointment basis,” said Edie. At Tax After Hours, the focus has always been

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It’s important for people claiming to carefully review deductions before lodging their tax return to avoid a delay in getting a return. Assistant Commissioner Adam Kendrick said there were three key points for people to remember when claiming work-related expenses: n you must have spent the money yourself, n it must be related to your job, and n you must have a record to prove it. When claiming work-related travel, it’s important to remember you cannot claim for a normal trip between home and work, unless: n you use your car to carry bulky tools or equipment which you use for work and can’t leave on the work premises; n your home is a base for employment or n you have shifting places of employment (you regularly work at more than one place each day). The ATO website has a series of videos to help with getting deduction claims right. For more information, visit ato.gov.au/ deductions or call 13 28 61.

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THE MEANING OF EXISTENCE... AND OTHER SHORT STORIES

Great wardrobe malfunctions of history By Stuart McCullough I FELT sorry for him. As he stood in the doorway for the 7.34 limited express from Frankston to Flinders Street, the young man was acutely aware of the gargantuan error he had made. Although it was next to freezing, he chose to hold his jacket rather than wear it. The reason was simple: in the early morning haste to get ready, he had taken a jacket (blue) that did not match his trousers (black). Had he worn them together, he would have looked like a dimly lit Neenish tart. It’s one of the hazards of getting dressed in the dark. No-one’s immune. Even the slightest miscalculation can become a fullyfledged fashion disaster. Having been born in the seventies, I ought to be impervious to bad fashion choices. Mine was the generation that was swaddled in flared nappies, whose entire wardrobe was highly combustible. My favourite piece of clothing as a child was, without doubt, my dressing gown. At the back just below the collar was a tag that described the item as ‘inflammable’. This, I had incorrectly assumed, meant that it could not be destroyed by fire. As fire was our only form of heating, it was just as well. I would stand on the hearth, heating myself and wondering why smoke was starting to pour from under my armpits. But it wasn’t only combustible dressing gowns. Shorts with a high thigh-split and bright piping; tracksuits made of super-synthetic materials that, when you walked, generated enough static electricity to power a small town – this is how our parents

chose to dress us. Forget wind farms and solar. True renewable energy comes from a dodgy tracksuit. If we could only convince hipsters to ditch their hemp trousers and skinny jeans in favour of classic seventies tracksuits, this country could meet its re-

newable energy targets as easily as a return trip to the shops. Skivvies, in contrast, were not a viable alternative energy source. The bulk of my formative years were spent wearing a skivvy. They seemed to suit almost every occa-

sion. I’m not sure why, in a moment of collective madness, the country and world more generally so wholly embraced the skivvy. Personally, I’d like to think that my parents were subtly referencing great radical skivvy wearers of yesteryear. To the naked eye, my baby blue skivvy was something that’d been bought on sale from Target but, in actual fact, it was a subtle tribute to French philosopher and allround turtle neck champion, Michel Foucault. Looking back through old school photos, I am often struck by how many of my fellow students at Tyabb Primary were also big fans of Foucault. The class picture from 1978 is a veritable sea of skivvies. As the seventies surrendered to the eighties, things went from bad to worse. Granted, flares went the way of the dodo, but fashion designers dreamed up new and elaborate means by which to humiliate the broader public and ensure that looking through an old photo album would be something that would inspire either awe at the sheer audacity of it all or could only be done whilst staring in horror from behind your fingers. Frankie may well say ‘Relax’ but he also says ‘I can’t believe you’re wearing that.’ I speak, in particular, of acid wash jeans. Special mention must be made of acid wash jeans. The concept of distressed denim began simply but quickly got way out of hand. What began as a subtle variation on a theme soon spiraled into something that not only looked terrible but may well have threatened Western Civilisation as we know it. Before long, denim was not so much distressed as it was complete-

ly inconsolable. But as mullet-headed youth lined up to purchased acid wash jeans, I decided to take an altogether different path. I decided to make my own acid wash. In hipster terms, this would be referred to as ‘bespoke acid wash’. In reality, it involved taking a pair of pants and dipping them in a bucket with a bleach solution. After waiting the appropriate time, the jeans were removed and given a separate wash to ensure all the corrosive chemicals had dissolved and did not threaten to permanently disfigure your nether regions. I was overly optimistic. In my mind, my home made acid wash would be a thing of splendour that would cause other youths to weep with envy as I strolled purposively through the Bayside shopping complex. The reality was something far less appealing. My homemade acid wash jeans were a sight to behold; but not in a good way. They weren’t so much distressed as pretty well close to deceased. In fact, they were too bespoke. A little bespoke can be charming, but too much bespoke and you’re wasting your time. But too proud to admit that my attempt to enter the world of high fashion had been a spectacular fail, I wore them all the same. The guy on the train was clearly embarrassed by his non-matching suit. Truth be told, I really felt for him. As the train approached Flinders Street station, I got to my feet, putting my hand on his shoulder as a small sign of camaraderie. Adjusting my bespoke acid wash jeans, I wished him well. Then I was gone. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

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Music n Arts n Food

STACKHOUSE UNPLUGGED AND UP CLOSE By Terri Lee Fatouros

He cuts a sultry, brooding, and complex figure on stage as he sings and plays his Cigar Box Chuggar guitar. His voice matches his sideburns and hair; lustrous, wild and imbued with cool. Wearing a captain’s hat, stripped t-shirt, multi-buttoned jacket and black jeans, he looks a mix of pirate and neo romantic expression. Born of Hungarian parents, Adam Kovarik is the front man of pioneering indie band Stackhouse, blending a unique blend of Australian blues and rock. It would be fair to say that Stackhouse lives up to the quintessential, Melbourne underground grunge rock and blues band but with one difference; these guys are gifted and rising fast. Let’s face it, when you have wild man Kim Volkman of the Whiskey Priests playing distorted Cigar Box bass, Venom of House Wreckers on drums and Jake Ellis on Cigar Box lead, you’re going to get crazy action going down. Stackhouse is the first Australian all Cigar Box Guitar band and their songs are pretty darn good. These delightful guitars are traditionally three and four strings and create a unique sound unlike any other type of guitar. They produce a harmonic depth of range that can alternate from deep resonance to high pitch and trebly sounds. Some even suggest it’s like a vintage tone that is straight from the south. “Making Cigar Box Guitars stemmed from my interest in old blues music that originally began in the Mississippi, deep south of America where money was little but the passion to make music was very high. Out of empty cigar boxes people would put a stick through the box and stretch wire the length of the instrument to create a unique sound playing with a bottleneck as a slide. This fascinated me so I began to build guitars myself, progressively they became more playable and sounded better and better. They are all one off unique functional pieces of art. Interestingly, Stackhouse started primarily from the making of my Cigar Box guitars, which in fact was inspired from the music in the TV series True Blood, as I originally thought it was a Cigar Box being played. Even though it wasn’t, it got me interested in the guitars that got me building them. So when a musician friend of mine suggested we put together an all Cigar Box guitar band and create our own Melbourne bitter flavour of music to showcase the guitars I build, I thought, ‘why not?’. I already had a few songs written and Ellis and myself wrote some more which resulted in recording our debut album, Stackhouse, an album of all original material, ” says Kovarik. Currently they are waiting for their second

never play it. Each guitar has its unique, individual style and appeal. Recently Kovarik widened his range by experimenting with different woods and box size, thus creating additional musical works of art. Anyone turning his or her nose up at a Cigar Box guitar would be wise to think again. Tom Waits played Cigar Box Banjo on his album Real Gone. PJ Harvey plays a Baratto Cigar Fiddle, Bo Diddley plays a cigar box shaped guitar and Luther Dickinson, the guitarist from the North Mississippi Allstars uses an electric Cigar Box guitar called the ‘Lowebow’. While cool dude, Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top performs with a Cigar Box guitar made by Kurt Schoen. Even way back in 1967 saw Jimi Hendrix – Summer of Love gig playing a home made Diddley Box! These guitars are not only beautifully made, but look cool and sound really amazing producing very different resonances compared to your ordinary run of the mill guitars. album Jack the Dancer to be mastered; and so far they have had a good response from it. This album is themed and Kovarik builds the character of Jack the Dancer, an evil man, who you might think has gone away but only to return. Therefore, the album is the story of ‘Jack the Dancer’, a reference to cancer and of life’s experiences. Just when you think cancer has gone…it comes back! Although Kovarik is the main writer, their second album saw Ellis and Venom contributing their creative input. “I might have a notion or we’d be jamming and an idea would manifest. In fact most of the second album came from the three of us jamming, but lyrically I wrote most of it.” Previous bands for Kovarik were Two Bob Watch, and Stinky Gypies, and like Stackhouse he told his stories on stage through his music, twisting facts but with a little truth peppered throughout. “You know I make up a character and tell some crazy things. For example one of the songs in Stinky Gypsies was called If You Don’t Ask You Don’t Get. That idea was from somebody saying that to me.” His creativity just comes to him and he takes full advantage of it when it does. “There is a song on the first album that had to be written. Any time a person says ‘I don’t know’ you’ll hear, ‘well, google it’. So I wrote a song called Google It. On our new album there is a song called Break

Into My Car, which is really inspired by Venom telling me a story about him and Phil Parra loading their car full of equipment after a gig in Castlemaine when they accidentally locked the keys in. That’s what inspired that song. The new album has a beginning and an end.” Kovarik is a big fan of Alice Cooper and Tom Waits whom both are big storytellers in their own right. So it’s no wonder when Kovarik hits the stage the unexpected can and often does occur. By day Kovarik is a mechanic and has worked on most of the band members cars. In fact he told me the full story about how the band did come together. “Brian Colechin, who now has played bass on both albums, found me through the internet as he needed a mechanic and read the reviews about me and contacted me. I fixed his car and he saw the guitars and said ‘what the hell, this is fantastic’ and suggested we put a band together. Colechin was playing with Venom in The Hell Hounds at that time. Anyway, Venom came around to have his car fixed and when he saw the guitars he was keen to gig. We all got along so well that we actually recorded our first album in record time. On both albums we had guest musician, Michelangelo Russo who is an atmospheric dude-playing trumpet, keys, and harmonica.” Over the years he has custom made a lot of guitars for different musicians as well as selling stunning pieces for people who just want to hang them on their wall. Some of the best ones have been sold to people who’ll

Kovarik’s hope for Stackhouse is to tour and be acknowledged for his songwriting, commitment, and effort he puts into the band. Let’s face it, music is his life; he lives, breathes, and makes it. He sums up rather wisely though. “As good as a musician you can be, without a good song you don’t go anywhere.” There really is a distinctive buzz around Stackhouse, with all the right ingredients in the mix. Kovarik’s showmanship and storytelling play out in his songs, and when combined with his siren prop eerily wailing throughout, it adds that darker, otherworldly feel, like in Alice Cooper’s shows. Kovarik’s wielding, blending and storytelling in his music is intense and you just feel there’s something deeper going on. In fact, if Stackhouse were given the right stage dramatics such as lighting, props, costumes, fire extravaganza, etc, they would be world famous, world class in a blink of an eye. Something to think about, boys! Stackhouse is on the rise and fast. With gigs at The Espy, Mr. Boogie Man Bar, Cheery Bar, Northcote Social, and many other venues under their belt, the guys are fast becoming hot property and bookings are flowing in. Luckily for us, Stackhouse is coming our way soon so keep a look out for the extraordinary music and show the band has to offer. stackhouse1.bandcamp.com www.facebook.com/stackhousetheband Frankston Times 31 August 2015

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JAYCO White Hawk 2014, 23MBH Ultra Lite Caravan, sleeps 5-6, rear bunk beds, bath /shower/toilet, sink, 24" LED HD TV, AM/FM/CD/DVD bluetooth, U-shaped dining, fridge/freezer, 4 burner gas top, oven, range hood, m/wave, Dble sink, loads of storage, sofa/Murphy Bed, Pillowtop mattress, wardrobes, AC/heating, water, waste and fresh water tank, power awning. EC $64,000neg. 0407 877 047.

PARAMOUNT Signature 2005. Full ensuite, roll out awning, gas oven and jets, microwave, gas hot water, solar panels and 2 x deep cycle batteries, sleeps 2. 3 way fridge, slide out outside bbq, reverse cycle air con, digital tv with dvd player, front and rear boot, always garaged. Plus many more features. Immaculate condition. Reg (T07525). $34,000. Negotiable. Phone: 0400 182 953

PIONEER Sundowner Camper Trailer 2006. Great condition, always garaged, Treg hitch, electric drum brakes, 12V/240V built in fridge, under bed storage accessible via side door when folded. Front storage box with dual batteries, Anderson plug for charging, pole carrier under trailer, heavy duty canvas, overall length from hitch to rear 4700mm, height when folded 1400mm, width 1960mm, extermely easy tow and set up, annex roof is permanently attached and folds up with main canvas. Reg (V68034). $11,500 ono. Phone: 0437 878 660.

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SUNDANCER , 4.62m, fibreglass centre console, 75hp mariner outboard, power tilt and trim, new split level floor, new transom, all new wiring, $5,000 worth of 316 grade stainless including rocket launcher, snapper racks, combing racks, bait board, bow rail and rod holders., lowrance HDS7 colour sounder/GPS. Marine radio, built in tackle boxes, bait tanks, all safety gear, too much to mention. Mount Martha. $11,000ono. 0407 686 570.

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AVAN CRUISELINER Campervan Off Road 2000. Excellent condition. This is the Cruisliner model that has the stronger galvanised steel off road chasis. Original owner and has been sheded since new. Very easy to set up. Very economical to tow behind any car. Great van, only selling due to updating. Very well looked after with nothing to spend. Double and single bed or two singles configuration, solar charger and battery 12V. Connection for 240V. Twin Gas bottles, two burner gas stove, 3 way fridge/freezer, microwave, water tank & sink, lots of internal storage, with internal drawers, hanging and cupboards, radio, storage boot up front, separate pole locker at rear, full annexe. Reg (N74548). $10,500. Phone: 0428 924 219. CAMPERVAN, Jayco penguin, 2008, reg March 2016, as new, 100 amp battery, gas electric fridge, stove, Fiamma awning, Frankston. $15,500. 03 9783 7479.

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AEROLITE 18ft Caravan. Nice and clean, double bed, front lounge, rangehood, stove, oven, microwave, full annexe, new hoses, 12 months registration (C84174). $6,500 negotiable. Phone: 0456 704 565.

CASURINA CAMPER Australian made. Must sell for health reasons. Custom built, brought new in 2010 hardly used and in excellent condition. This trailer has 240 volt connections for caravan parks and an Anderson plug for charging the onboard 100amp hr battery while traveling, the slide out kitchen has a 4 burner stove with grill and stainless steel sink. 2x4.5 gas bottles and 2 jerry can holders, 235/5 - 15 litre, truck tyres and spare has never been used, 10" electric brakes, queen bed, tons of storage and big awning with zip on walls. Registration (T83450). $12,000 negotiable. Phone: 0428 178 989.

COLORADO Highton, 2011, 2 door caravan, length 31ft (internal 25ft), roof mounted IBIS split system, 184L 3-way fridge, microwave, full oven, TV on swing bracket and antenna, QS bed, 3 bunks with personal DVD players, L shaped seating, extra 3ft checkerplated back stand-up change area, full ensuite, slide out gas BBQ, 2x gas bottles, 2x picnic tables, 16inch wheels with 2 extra spare tyres, twin battery system, full tunnel front boot, full galvanised front boot. High clearance with flat floor. Pull out awning and full annexe. Would suit new family buyers. Excellent condition. $58,500. 0419 030 773. JAYCO, Destiny pop top, 2007,island D/bed, toilet, shower, AC, H/water service, awning, full annexe, battery backup, dual axle, TV/DVD player, aerial, 3 way fridge, M/wave, electric brakes, VGC. $25,750neg. 0404 030 705.

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DINGO CAMPER Trailer (Cracker Jack No 9). Annexe & floor included, comfortably sleeps 8-9, grey & blue canvas, large storage cavity, all poles, pegs and ropes included, road cover with internal ladder, reg until Feb 2016 (V04987) 240v electrical outlet. Excellent condition. $4,500. Phone: 0477 724 118.

DUET Pop Top 6 berth. Single axle, electric brakes at tyres, 2 gas bottles, 2 large boots, external led lights, 12 volt socket, mains water tap, rollout awning, bbq gas baynot connector, fold up jockey wheel, generator box, 3 way fridge /freezer, microwave, 3 burner gas/1 burner electric stove top /gas grill, range hood, led lighting, air conditioner, 2 onboard batteries, 12 volt to 12 volt dc charger, 240 volt charger, tv/dvd/antenna/ booster /tv bracket, radio/cd player, water tank/2 volt pump, dinette style seating, accessories: portable toilet (never used), levelling ramp, portable step, towball lock, registration until March 2016 (S27-177)). Well worth viewing excellent condition. $25,000. Phone: 0401 888 885.

EAGLE Step Through Camper Trailer, only three years old and only used five times, very good condition almost like brand new, independant coil shock suspension, front storage box with two jerry can holders, 2x9kg gas bottles, lockable side storage boxes, internal slide out draw into step up area, bedside table and storage box, 12 volt power supply with 3 power outlets, velcrow strip lights, big slideout kitchen, three burner cooktop with wok burner underneath, slide out storage drawers, built-in sink with 85ltr water tank, 65ltr slide out fridge, queen size mattress with canvas zip up dust proof cover plus much more. Reg (T69178) $22,000. Phone: 0438 447 074.

ONSITE CARAVAN & Aluminium Annexe in E.C. Western Port Foreshore Lang Lang. Views of the bay from the front, views of the country from the back. Great fIshing, walk 50m to beach, everything included, fridges/microwave, all cutlery /crockery etc. Friendly park for all ages, pets welcome. Reduced from $9,000 to $8,000. Call Frank 0411 718 140 after 3pm.

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JAYCO Classique pop top caravan, EC, stored under cover, dble island bed, almost new innerspring mattress, plenty of storage, cupboards, 12v battery for interior lights, 970kg, can be towed easily, 4 cylinder medium size car, elec brakes, Good Tebbs annexe, zip off walls. $10,500neg. 0417 583 529.

JAYCO Freedom Pop top 2002 18ft. LG Mircowave, 90ltr 3 way fridge, 4 Burner cook top, grill and full oven, rangehood, Heron 2.2 Air conditioner/heater, double bed, water tank, twin 9kg gas bottles and cradles, security screen door, outside tap, power outlets, dual axles, electric brakes, roll out awning. Inside hot water unit, 2 extra 12 vault power plugs, 39cm TV with built in DVD player, antenna, full zip up annexe, spare pole carrier, outdoor caravan cover, portable flush toilet and shower with pump for instant hot water, recently serviced and new bearings fitted. Plus heaps more extras. Registration (P65711). Excellent condition. $23,500 neg. Phone: 0438 354 634.

PARAMOUNT signature, 2007, 19ft, brand new complete cover, centre dble bed, sprung mattress, side lounge, 4 seater dining converts to bed, storage space, dual axle, alloy wheels, water storage, battery, charger, 90lt dometic fridge freezer, dometic AC/heater, microwave oven, gas cooktop, grill. TV, AM /FM/CD, 2 9kg gas bottles, water tap, roll out awning, annexe, easy to tow EC, never been off road. $25,000ono. 0407 686 570.

REGAL 16FT Comfort Tourer. Poptop in excellent condition, front kitchen with excellent bench space, loads of cupboards and storage, microwave, gas cooktop & oven, electrolux 3 way fridge, comfortable single beds, water hoses, near new light truck tyres, electric brakes, annexe with zipped walls, ratchet jockey wheel and load levellers. Reg (D47124). $8,500 neg. Please phone: 5977 1859. Mount Martha.

ROADSTAR Vacationer Tango. Tandem wheels with 2 spare, new roll on awning + new annexe, 2 gas bottles, electric brakes, inside measurements 18 ft by 7.3 ft, double island bed, air conditioner, 3 way fridge, microwave, TV/DVD player, CD radio, can sleep four people, lots of cupboard space, underbed storage. $20,000 neg. Reg (P65994). Phone: 0404 198 947.

SCENIC 19ft x 8ft caravan with full cover, 150ltr fridge, air conditioning, rollout awning with 3 roof stabiliser bars, tunnel boot, backup battery, double island bed, cafe style dinning, central kitchen, oven with 4 burner stove, microwave, T.V., tinted glass windows, plus many extras. Excellent condition. Reg (N71626). $23,000 Phone: 0411 435 950. Mount Martha. WINDSOR, Dynasty, 24ft, 2001, full ensuite, island d/bed, 3x bunks, 4 burner, cooktop, grill, microwave, comes with all cooking equipment/utensils. New TV, bedding, roll out awning come annexe, elec brakes, tandom axle, independent suspension, Rev cycle AC, gas, HWS, front boot storage, 2 new gas bottles, reg 05.2016, easy to two. $32,500ono. 03 5625 1312.

WINDSOR GENESIS 2010 Limited edition 21ft caravan. One owner from new. Dual axle, electric brakes, reverse cycle air conditioning, seperate toilet & shower, 3/4 sized fridge /freezer, wired for Solar, 12v 100 amp deep cycle battery, Anderson plug, full ensuite, washing machine, TV/DVD/CD stereo, bluetooth and outside speakers, Wynguard TV aerial, microwave, four seasons hatch, large boot at front. Hot water system, 12v water pump, rear view camera, 12v outside and inside outlet, under seat/bed storage, gas bayonet, full oven, awning. Registration expires May 2016 (T15066). Excellent condition. $43,500.Phone: 0419 365 980.

WINDSOR Rapid 16ft. 2004. Electric brakes, side kitchen, rear cafe dinnette, double fold out beds each end (one has an inner-spring mattress), 4 burner gas hot plate and grill, rangehood, microwave, 90lt 3 way fridge/freezer, reverse cycle air conditioner, roll out awning (near new), plenty of storage with robe and slide out pantry, storage at both ends under the bed areas, easy set up, ideal family caravan. Reg (Q35639). $23,500. Phone: 0419 503 008.

FORD, Transit, 2007. EC inside and out. Four new tyres. Ready for work w/ cargo barrier and commercial carpet. Service books. RWC. 126,00KMS. Reg: 1FH4LS to 07/16. $17,500. Ph: 0429 068 115 MITSUBISHI, Magna Executive, 2002 sedan, reg March 2016, 105,000kms. New tyres, clean straight car. Reg: STP360. $3,500. Phone 5975 2937.

MITSUBISHI Magna 2003 Tl Sport 3.5ltr, v6, auto. Reg 06.01.16, 258,000kms, dual fuel, power steering, tinted windows, many accessories, EC, no roadworthy, SRH-033. $3,500 negotiable. North Dandenong. Phone 0438 328 844.

NSU R080, Two cars, 1969 and 1970 models. Body, interior, brakes complete. VIN: 3800110177, 3800112783. $5,600neg both. Ph: 0419 565 616

REFRIGERATED TOYOTA HILUX, utility, 2014, odometer 3600kms, would suit new buyer, 2400L x 1800 x 1300H measured externally, 82mm fibreglass/polyurethane white gloss finish, checker-plate food grade slipresistant flooring, double rear barn doors with deep freeze multi-blade seals internal flush bulkhead light wired to the tail light circuit, steel frame, alloy mudguards, rear step and docking rubbers, SS Camlock on each door with 'Quicklock' handles, SS heavy duty hinges, SS door holdbacks, SS rear door frame, SS door sills, double seal gaskets on doors, tapered edge doors side door - passenger LH side, doors are key lockable. Reg. MOOJSE (plates not included). $38,500 neg. 0419 030 773. SUZUKI, Swift, Cino, 1996, manual, mechanically good, reg until 06/16, NUR-918. $950. 0429 689 012.

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By Toe Punt SOMERVILLE will play Rosebud in the second semi-final next Saturday at Rye’s RJ Rowley Reserve after holding off a late charge from Sorrento in the Nepean Division qualifying final. Leading by four points at the final change, Somerville kicked three goals in the opening eight minutes of the final quarter to open up what appeared to be a match winning and game-high 27-point lead. However, as it so often has done this season, the Eagles took the foot off the pedal and allowed Sorrento back into the contest. The Sharks responded with three quick goals of their own to reduce the margin to nine points, before the Eagles extended it back to 15 midway through the last. Life was breathed back into the contest at the 23-minute mark after goals to Myles Pitt and then a real lifter by coach Troy Schwarze reduced the margin to a single point. Eagles coach David Hirst, whos attack on the footy was vintage throughout the contest, earned a headhigh free kick at the 27-minute mark of the last and converted to extend the lead back to seven points. The siren sounded at 30 minutes and 22 seconds and the scoreboard read 12.7 (79) to 11.6 (72). Sorrento will play Red Hill in the first semi-final at Tyabb on Sunday after the Hillmen led all afternoon to beat Hastings. After just 12 goals were kicked in the opening three quarters, the qualifying final opened up in the last with 11 majors. Sorrento led all of the key indicators with 45 to 42 inside 50m entries and 26 to 22 clearances. It also had the top three players on the ground in Daniel Grant, Luke Tapscott and Jon Croad. Grant was superb from half back and through the middle of the ground and finished with 26 possessions. Tapscott was a bull through the middle and hit the scoreboard with a game-high three majors and Croad was outstanding for two quarters in the back half and in the last quarter in the ruck.

Pressure football: Somerville resisted a late charge from Sorrento to record a seven point victory. Picture: Andrew Hurst

After watching Croad dominate early, Somerville made a master decision to push Ben Sedgwick forward and play defensively, while trying to hurt him offensively too. Sedgewick booted a goal. Grant was the best player on the ground, despite some of his own teammates disagreeing with the decision. The Eagles had a spread of good players, Tim McGenniss being the best of them. Timmy had a poor last quarter though with just two posses-

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and five centre clearances. He willed his team forward on countless occasions and was the difference when it mattered. The Eagles will be glad to get that final out of the way. Their skills below their knees was poor in the opening three quarters and their decision making going forward of centre was too delayed. It allowed Sorrento to get numbers back. Pressure of finals will ensure below par skill level. However, Rosebud is the best pressure side in the business

and they will make Somerville pay this weekend if they don’t sharpen up. Again, the Eagles need to play for 100 minutes. They almost learned the harshest of lessons when Sorrento hit back when it appeared the game was over. Sorrento will go into the first semi final this weekend without their most consistent player of 2015, Tyrren Head, who went off the ground early in the second quarter with a shoulder injury. He won’t play again this season. Leigh Treeby missed with a hamstring injury. He might play this week, however, will miss the preliminary final due to a wedding in Bali. Guy Stringer, fresh from surgery to reattach his bicep to the bone, will play this week in his 401st game. Red Hill survived a last quarter charge from Hastings to win 15.9 (99) to 10.12 (72). The Hillmen set up the win with a blistering six goal to zip first quarter. The Blues looked flat while the Hillmen set the tone with relentless pressure. The Blues were able to reduce the margin to 38 points at three quarter time, before dominating the opening 18 minutes of the last quarter. Red Hill booted the last four goals of the game to record what was a deserved, comfortable victory. Red Hill’s defence was superb, led by Dan McNamara, who had 29 possessions. Jake Mold was sensational across half forward and Peter and Marcus Dal Lago dominated. Jake Mitchell was in total control in the first half and Matt Vagg and Harry Larwill were a handful in attack with five goals between them. Michael Dillon sent a shock through the Red Hill camp last in the game when he came off with a knee injury, however, there was good news after the game with no structural damage reported. Paul Rogasch was magnificent for the Blues – he finished with four goals and 25 posessions playing back, forward and midfield. Shaun Foster, Matt Clifford, Peter Mawson and Josh Mulheron were also outstanding for four quarters.

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By Toe Punt LANGWARRIN denied Karingal its one and only win for the season on Saturday after coming from six goals down early in the match. In coach Gavin Artico’s last game at the helm, the Kangaroos trailed by as much as 36 points early in the match after the Bulls came out desperate to win their first game of the season. However, the Kangas slowly worked their way back into the contest and got to within 15 points at the halfway mark of the match. It wasn’t until late in the game that the home side hit the front, eventually winning 12.11 (83) to 12.6 (78). Langwarrin players Matt Naughton and Gerard Brown chaired Artico from the ground at the end of the game. Artico said although the club had potential, it still had a long way to go before it could challenge the top sides in the competition. “There is a core group of players who really care. Unfortunately, there’s too many players who just don’t care enough,” said Artico. “Unfortunately, one of those players who leaves everything out on the field is Rikki Johnston and he’s at Dromana next season. There’s also a few considering retirement. “The next generation of players need to work to change the culture of the group. The potential is certainly there but the application needs to come.” Artico said the next coach needed to be prepared to do some hard work. “Langwarrin isn’t a list, I believe, that can be taken over and transformed immediately. It’s going to take some time. “The raw potential is there but it’s a fair way off the Frankston YCW’s, Mt Eliza’s and Mornington’s. “We’ve shown we can compete with these teams (beat YCW, lost to Mornington by a point and Mt Eliza by 23) but there is a lot of work to do. “There is some good talent in the under 19s that needs further development and the under 17s are playing in a grand final next weekend.

Shark attack: Bonbeach came from behind to beat Mornington by 30 points.

Picture: Gary Bradshaw

“The future is bright but the next coach needs to be patient in his expectations.” Artico said he doubted very much that he would be lured out of retirement in the next 12 months. “Anyone who knows me understands I’m a competitive animal and I love the game. I love being at footy clubs. However, my wife Lisa and my kids have been very supportive of me and given me the opportunity to do what I love every week. It’s time for me to be with them for a while,” said Artico.

Langwarrin is expected to start interviews with coaches this week and the calibre of applicants is extremely high. While rumours persist that there has been an appointment made, president Sam Watson said “the club needs to interview coaches before making an appointment”. At Karingal, Michael Burke, who was arguably his team’s best on Saturday, also coached his last game. Bulls president Daniel Watts said the club would make an announcement on the new coach on Tuesday, however, conceded that the appointment would

be made within the club. The hot tip is under 19s coach Michael Triep. Bonbeach threw a major spanner into the finals preparations of Mornington after coming from behind at half time to smash the visitors 15.10 (100) to 10.10 (70). The Sharks restricted the Doggies to just two goals in the second half while piling on nine of their own. Brad Sykes was superb for the winners with three goals in a best on ground performance while Chris Bryan continued to set himself up for a great 2016 after another strong per-

formance. Coming off a knee, Bryan has been superb in the latter stages of the season. Ryan O’Dell, Jake Smart and Joel Miller were the best of the Dogs. Pines was made to work extremely hard in the final game of the year, coming from 16 points down at three quarter time to get over Chelsea 17.13 (115) to 16.12 (108). The Pythons booted nine goals to five in the last quarters with Aaron Edwards booting six goals and Guy Hendry three while Caleb Gray played arguably his best game for the club. Richard Jaroszczuk, Alex Smout and Hudson Thomas were the best of the Gulls. Mt Eliza will enjoy a well-earned break after holding off Edithvale-Aspendale and recording a commanding 50-point win. The Eagles went with the home team early in the match, however, the Redlegs blasted five goals to three behinds in the third quarter to open up the lead to 46 points. With no Justin Van Unen, Ben lean booted four majors and Ben Landry and Tim Strickland kicked three each while Aaron Dunne and Matt Lillie were superb. Zac Muschialli, Mark Mullins and Tim Mannix were the best of the Eagles. Frankston YCW handed Seaford an absolute belting at Seaford Rd Reserve, winning 23.24 (162) to 5.2 (32). It was a very different looking Stonecats that made the field, resting a lot of players before a heavy finals campaign. There were at least eight players who would have played less than three games this season for the Stonecats. Regardless of the inexperience, YCW kicked 14 goals in the opening half and another nine in the second hour, while strangling the Tigers at the same time. David Bodley booted six for the winners while Kyle StAnne booted three goals on debut. Scott Macleod and Michael Debenham were superb. Kane Taylor and Dean Williamson were the best of the Tigers.

Karate kids shine at nationals ON the weekend of the 7 -9 of August the Australian Karate Federation held their National Championships in Adelaide. The Victorian team consisted of karate athletes from all over the state ranging in age from nine year old to over forty-five year old divisions. The Victorian team was a strong one with 12 athletes from the Mornington Ishinryu Dojo. Fourteen-year-old Jade Colver –Vella, a Padua College student, has now become a four time National Champion and two time Oceania champion. A veteran of the sport at such a young age, she won three gold medals at the competition; female cadet (54kg division) and then the following day took on all the cadet girls in the open-weight division and won gold in that. Jade’s weekend wasn’t over yet. She was selected into the female cadet teams and the girls took out the gold in that one also. Dean Hollowood won gold in the men’s 75kg division and also a gold in the men’s team event. Sean Armitage won a gold medal in the male 12-13 years division. First year athlete on the Victorian Team Ally Lourensz was a star in the 10 years

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female division winning gold. This tops off a great year for Ally also winning the Victorian championships and the Australian Open earlier this year. Mason Riley Won Gold in the cadet male division. Victorian Coach and chief instructor at the Mornington Dojo Sensei Peter Hollowood said “I couldn’t be happier with my athletes this year. Our training for this comp started in the first week of January and my guys haven’t missed a beat. They are all true champions”. Others to do well Abbey Power (1 silver, 1 bronze), Zac Andrewartha (1 silver 1 bronze), Harris Walburn (1 bronze), and Kyal Angel (1 bronze). Coming up for the Dojo champions, Abbey Power has been selected to Compete for Australia at the Commonwealth Karate Championships in India in September. Dean Hollowood has been selected for Australia to represent at the German Open in September. Jade Colver-Vella, Zac Andrewartha and Mason Riley Have been selected to compete for Australia at the cadet/junior World Championships in Jakarta, Indonesia, in November.

Top achievers: (l to r) Ally Lourensz, Jade Colver-Vella, Dean Hollowood, Mason Riley, Sean Armitage. Picture: Cameron McCullough

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