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Stories build literacy skills FRANKSTON mayor Cr Sandra Mayer, seated, launched The Mayor’s Reading Challenge at Carrum Downs Library last week. Children up to the age of 5 will be encouraged to read with their families and enter competitions at Frankston libraries throughout the month of August to win major prizes as part of an annual campaign to foster a love of language. See story Page 9. Picture: Gary Sissons

Frankston stands alone Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au

CONCERNS around governance and transparency have caused Frankston Council to leave the Municipal Association of Victoria. Council decided not to renew its membership of the peak body representing councils across the state in the wake of an audit of the MAV by the

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Line shutdown ‘pain’ on way Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au FRANKSTON line commuters face short-term travel pain for long-term gain with sections of the railway tracks set to be closed for weeks on end while level crossings are removed. Eleven level crossings along the Frankston line are earmarked to have their intersection between road and rail separated to stop traffic delays and allow Metro Trains to eventually run more train services. The Bentleigh, Ormond and Mc-

removals, has admitted there will be “significant disruption” at every one of the 50 level crossings to be removed over the next eight years across the state’s rail network. Labor has promised to separate 20 road and rail intersections during its first four-year term in government. Public Transport Minister Jacinta Allan says the disruption is necessary to deliver safer and more accessible train stations and ease traffic snarls at level crossings. “We’re getting on with the job of removing these congested death traps to reduce congestion, save lives and

Kinnon stations will be demolished and rebuilt from November next year and are expected to reopen in February 2017. Trains will run between Frankston and Moorabbin stations during a planned 34-day line shutdown near the three stations. Passengers heading into Melbourne will be forced to take buses from Moorabbin train station to Glenhuntley station and also make a swap to bus travel on the way back from Melbourne. The Level Crossing Removal Authority, tasked by the Labor state government to oversee the level crossings

allow us to run more trains.” The eleven Frankston line crossings to be removed are: North Rd (Ormond), Balcombe Rd (Mentone), Centre Rd (Bentleigh), Charman Rd (Cheltenham), Edithvale Rd (Edithvale), Eel Race Rd (Carrum), McKinnon Rd (McKinnon), Seaford Rd (Seaford), Skye Rd (Frankston), Station St (Bonbeach), Station St (Carrum). The Andrews government has not yet confirmed when the other eight Frankston line level crossings are due to be removed, forcing further rail line closures while works are carried out.

VicRoads looks into sinkhole repair A BLOCKED drain caused a sink hole to develop outside Frankston Hospital at about 3pm last Tuesday afternoon (28 July). Initially, an ambulance with flashing lights was deployed to stop cars driving into the hole before VicRoads cordoned it off. During repairs, VicRoads cut the speed limit to 40kph and closed the westbound left lane of Frankston-Flinders Rd. The hole was filled with crushed rock and the road re-opened about the same time next day. “The cause of the cavity was blocked underground drainage,” VicRoads metro south east director of operations Michael Barker said. “We would like to thank road users for their patience as repairs were undertaken, and the Frankston Hospital for their cooperation.” Sinking feeling: VicRoads checks out the hole outside Frankston Hospital. Picture: Gary Sissons

Underage cigs sales crackdown FRANKSTON tobacco retailers failed the proof-of-age test last month. When council officers conducted 45 test-purchases, 10 were made to children. Breaching the law is costly: Penalty infringements of $607 were issued to those selling cigarettes to minors. Mayor Sandra Mayer described the results as “extremely disappointing”. “Test purchasing is about ensuring tobacco retailers ask for proof of age when young people are attempting to buy cigarettes,” she said. “Last year, across two testing periods, 98 test purchases took place with just one sale to a minor, meaning this year’s results are extremely disappointing.” Cr Mayer said research showed 80 per cent of long-term smokers picked up the habit as children. She issued a stern warning to retailers who sell cigarettes to minors. “This is a program we run regularly and we are fully prepared to take those who don’t learn their lesson directly to the Frankston Magistrates’ Court. “Fines of up to $36,360 for a person and $181,800 for a company can be imposed, and retailers can lose their right to sell tobacco.” Anyone with concerns over a retailer selling cigarettes to a person under 18 years of age should phone Council’s Environmental Health team on 9768 1317. The test purchasing program is part of a wider campaign to clamp down on illegal tobacco sales.

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Executing a drugs warrant, police stormed the house, arrested a man and a woman, both 27, and allegedly found a pen pistol capable of firing a .22 calibre bullet, Taser, explosives, $6200 cash, laser pointer, knuckle dusters, quantity of the drugs including Ice, GHB, cannabis, as well as disguises, cable ties, and a stolen car with Queensland number plates. The man has been remanded to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on Thursday and the woman bailed to appear at the same court in November. They have been charged with possession and trafficking of drugs, possession of prohibited weapons and the Taser, theft of a vehicle, storing unauthorised explosives, and fraudulently using a car’s registration.

A STEAMY double date went horribly wrong last week when the brother of a spurned female allegedly went to a Frankston house and attacked a man, 30, fracturing his skull. Sergeant Brett Daly, of Frankston CIU, said the trouble began late Saturday night, in Queen St, when two females visited the house for a pre-arranged date. While one couple paired off in a bedroom, the other couple sat in the lounge room but found they didn’t get on. The woman, who was forced to walk home at 2am Sunday, complained to her brother who, with a mate, returned to the house and allegedly assaulted the victim by punching him in the face and hitting him over the head with a tyre lever. Police on Monday arrested two men, 26 and 31, at a house in Quarry Rd, Langwarrin, and charged them with aggravated burglary and assault with intent to cause serious injury. A 23-year-old woman was charged with aggravated burglary and possessing a drug of dependence after police allegedly found “just under an ounce” of the drug ice in her handbag. All three have been remanded to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court for committal hearings on Monday 19 October. The victim was being treated at The Alfred hospital last week.

Thieves deceive, then take car, valuables TWO thieves working in tandem at a Frankston art supplies business on Friday distracted the owner and entered a staff room where they stole a woman’s handbag containing her purse and car keys. They then used the key’s remotecontrol device to steal the woman’s car from an upper level car park. Inside the purse they found the victim’s Croydon North address and used her keys to enter and steal a TV, MacBook Pro, clothing, jewellery and art supplies valued at $7000. They also stole her daughter’s car keys. Most of the stolen goods were then sold at a Collingwood second-hand shop. On Saturday, police arrested a Frankston man, 40, still driving the woman’s car, and charged him with

Raid finds drugs, weapons, firearm TEN Frankston detectives and the Dog Squad unearthed a large cache of prohibited items during a raid on a house in Screen St, Frankston, 6am Wednesday.

two counts of burglary, two counts of theft, handing stolen goods, forging and uttering a quantity of counterfeit $50 notes, and obtaining property by deception. He has been remanded in custody to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court at a date to be fixed. His accomplice, 32, also of Frankston, was arrested later the same day and charged with burglary, theft and deception. He was bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court in November.

thieves bragging of their success in a note left in his car. Detective Senior Sergeant Steve Fyffe, of Frankston CIU, did not deny the embarrassing theft last week, adding, “Anyone who leaves their car unlocked out in the street overnight is an idiot.” He said 39 number plates had been stolen in the Frankston area in July. One-way screws that protect the plates from thieves are available at some police stations or hardware stores.

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POLICE are scratching their heads over the carelessness of drivers who leave their cars unlocked while parked in the street, or driveways, overnight. Despite a spike in the number of reported car thefts and thefts from cars, drivers are not heeding the “Lock up and Leave” message. And that’s making it easy for opportunist thieves to steal wallets, mobile phones, computer equipment, and even jewellery, while owners sleep undisturbed. Last week, police investigated 41 thefts from cars in the Frankston, Seaford and Carrum Downs’ areas – with 17 found to have been left unlocked. Of these, 16 were allegedly robbed by two youngsters who later found themselves arrested over a spate of house breakings. A 13-year-old boy and a 14-yearold boy have been charged with multiple thefts and bailed to appear at a children’s court at dates to be fixed. It was reported on 3AW that a Frankston policeman even found himself a victim of an opportunist overnight car break-in, with the

Know him? FRANKSTON police are appealing for public assistance in locating Adam Storch, above. The 36-year-old is wanted for failing to comply with reporting conditions and a warrant has been issued for his arrest. Storch is known to frequent Frankston and the Melbourne CBD. Despite an ongoing search, police are yet to locate him. He is described as 180cm tall, medium build with pale skin, brown eyes and a bald head. The image has been released in the hope someone recognises Storch and has information on his whereabouts.

Police put the bite on young offenders THE police Air Wing and Dog Squad were called in to help Frankston detectives arrest a 14-year-old boy in Mornington on Wednesday night. He was later charged with 29 offences, including serious assault, aggravated burglary, evading police, and car stealing. While running from police the boy was bitten on the leg by a police dog and required to spend the night at Frankston hospital. He was charged next morning and remanded to appear at a children’s court at a date to be fixed. The boy, along with a 17-year-old male and two 15-year-old girls, was intercepted while driving an $80,000 Mercedes stolen during an aggravated robbery at Brighton on Saturday 18 July. Detective Acting Senior Sergeant Alastair Hanson, of Frankston CIU, said the car was spotted travelling south along Nepean Hwy and the Police Air Wing and Dog Squad alerted. The 17-year-old, of Patterson Lakes, was charged with car theft and also remanded to appear at a children’s court later this month. The girls were also charged with car theft and bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court at a later date. Police will allege the 14-year-old was one of two males who punched and stomped on an 18-year-old Mt Martha man outside a party in Alicudi Av, Frankston, on Saturday 18 July. The man was knocked unconscious and spent the night at Dandenong hospital with cuts requiring stitches, facial bruising and a broken nose.

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Basketball funding stoush bounces between parties Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au AN appreciative sell-out crowd at Frankston Basketball Stadium in Seaford watched the Australian Opals down Japan 85-64 last Wednesday evening (29 July) while an off court political game over funding for the stadium goes into overtime. Hostilities between the federal Coalition and Labor state government broke out again after Labor Sports Minister John Eren released a statement claiming Dunkley Liberal MP Bruce Billson and Prime Minister Tony Abbott “are yet to contribute a cent” to a planned $20-$25 million redevelopment of the basketball stadium. “We have committed $2.5 million towards the Frankston Basketball Stadium so this important expansion can begin ... but Mr Billson is too busy playing politics. He needs to worry about his day job and pressure Tony Abbott to fund this project,” Mr Eren said in the statement. Mr Billson hit back and said the federal government has been working “constructively” with Frankston Council and the Frankston Basketball Association to try to win federal funding for the stadium upgrade. He noted the $2.5 million Labor pledge had originally been allocated by the previous Coalition state government. “The Labor state government has not contributed a dollar to the project and have added no positive contribution or support at all,” Mr Billson said. “They seem less interested in getting the project off the ground than playing base politics with an important local project.”

State Liberal Upper House MP Gordon RichPhillips issued a statement claiming the Andrews Labor government “is misleading the people of Frankston about funding provided for the Frankston Basketball Stadium upgrade”. “It is the height of hypocrisy for local state Labor members Paul Edbrooke and Sonia Kilkenny to be complaining about funding for the Frankston Basketball Stadium when their government has provided zero dollars in additional funding for these important upgrade works,” Mr Rich-Phillips said in the statement. Labor Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny insisted the federal government has not put any money into the project as yet. “Unfortunately this means this much needed and worthwhile project is in limbo,” she said. “Rather than rant about it, let’s work together for the people of Frankston and Seaford and surrounding areas and get on with the redevelopment of the Frankston Basketball stadium. We can only do this if the federal government puts money in as well.” Frankston Council did not respond when asked for comment on the latest outbreak of bickering between the major political parties when contacted by The Times last week. A second application for federal funding via the Abbott government’s National Stronger Regions Fund (NSRF) program is due to be lodged by council. A first application for $4 million was knocked back due to a lack of overall funding for the project. Council pledged $4 million, the state government promised $2.5 million and the basketball association will throw in $1 million to redevelop the stadium to cater for more local basketballers.

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Amnesty: Labor backflip on turnbacks ‘dangerous’ Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au A LABOR Party vote to support asylum seeker boat turnbacks if it wins back government has been slammed by Amnesty International. Amnesty International peninsula branch spokesman Kevin Bain criticised Labor and opposition leader Bill Shorten’s move at the party’s annual national conference to fall into line with the Abbott government’s boats turnback policy. Mr Bain has presented several petitions in recent months to Liberal federal government ministers Bruce Billson and Greg Hunt in Dunkley and Flinders respectively protesting against the Abbott government’s “inhumane treatment” of asylum seekers. “Boat turnbacks are a recipe to violate rights and endanger lives,” Mr Bain said. “People are entitled to have a proper asylum review process and the question is ‘turn back to where?’. “We have a responsibility to protect and not punish people for seeking asylum. To promote turnbacks is one of the biggest ethical distortions in our society.” Federal Labor MP for Isaacs Mark Dreyfus said the opposition “cannot ignore the thousands of people who have died at sea trying to seek asylum”. “Provided it can be done so safely, a future Labor government reserves

Plea for compassion: Amnesty International’s Alice Opper and Kevin Bain protest against the federal government’s asylum seeker policies at Dunkley Liberal MP Bruce Billson’s electorate office in Frankston earlier this year. Picture: Gary Sissons

the option to turn back boats at sea to discourage people smugglers from risking the lives of asylum seekers at sea, in compliance with the Refugee Convention.” Mr Dreyfus, a non-voting delegate at the weekend Labor conference, said a Labor government “would remove the Abbott government’s cruel and ineffective temporary protection visas and its militarisation of the transfer of asylum seekers”. “Labor will not demonise asylum seekers with the inflammatory and ignorant language of the Abbott govern-

ment. Instead Labor will bring transparency to the process of seeking asylum.” Mr Dreyfus said Labor will double Australia’s annual refugee intake to 27,000 by 2025. Mr Bain said the major political parties are “compromising some of our fundamental human values” and this will damage Australian society in the long term. “If all countries did this [turnbacks] the United Nations Refugee Convention would collapse and the implications for that are not positive for Australia or the whole world.”

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Legacy will be heard loud and clear Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au A WAR veteran’s family has bridged a gap between generations with the gift of a World War II era musical instrument to Patterson River Secondary College. A trumpet played by Neil Richard Webb, who passed away at the age of 91 in February last year, has been passed on to Patterson River Secondary students by Mr Webb’s son, Peter. Mr Webb wrote to school principal Maree Vinocuroff in May after reading an RSL magazine article mentioning Patterson River Secondary student Bernard Field playing The Last Post on the bugle at Anzac Day commemorations. The Geelong resident decided there and then, shortly after his father’s death, to pass on one of two trumpets to the Carrum school his father left in his will. “Dad would have thrilled to see someone so young attempting to play The Last Post because it’s such a difficult thing to play,” Mr Webb said. “I was quite inspired ... the main bugle dad played is in the Canberra National War Museum but I wanted to give the trumpet to Bernard Field.” Neil Webb was a war veteran who served in Darwin and Papua New Guinea between 1942 and 1946. He received eight medals for frontline war service. His son says his father was a talented trumpeter from the age of 8 and he was appointed bugler for the Ballarat Sea Scouts at the age of 13.

‘Brave’ witness makes arrest easy A HELPFUL witness watched as a man allegedly stole the number plates from a car parked at a Carrum Downs service station. She then photographed his getaway car, and returned to report the crime to the 82-year-old female victim. Details of the incident, in Hall Rd, 3.30pm, Monday 13 July, were passed on to Frankston CIU detectives who arrested the man on Monday last week. Detective Senior Constable Caroline McGill praised the efforts of the 40-year-old Carrum Downs woman who watched as the thief crouched down and unscrewed the plates, then followed him 100 metres to his car and, surreptitiously, snapped a picture of the car’s make, model and registration number. “She was brave. Without her this case would have gone nowhere,” Detective McGill said. “It highlights how members of the public can play a significant role in solving crime. If she had not been there it would have been just another theft.” A Dandenong man, 29, was charged with theft and tampering with a vehicle. He has been bailed to appear at Dandenong Magistrates Court in September.

War veteran: Neil Webb’s family have generously donated a trumpet the digger played throughout his life.

When Ms Vinocuroff received the generous offer from Mr Webb she had a suggestion of her own: the trumpet should be passed on from student to student each year. “He thought it was important for his father’s legacy to be passed on and we were very happy about that,” the principal said. “The trumpet will be a perpetual award and will be given to someone who can’t afford to buy a trumpet and will be used during their time at the school before being passed on to

Legacy preserved: Peter Webb, second left, has donated his war veteran father Neil Webb’s WWII era trumpet to Patterson River Secondary College and visited the school last week with Seaford RSL’s Geoff Andews, left, to hand it over to student Brendon Colett and principal Maree Vinocuroff, right. Picture: Yanni

another student.” Mr Webb visited Patterson River Secondary College to hand over the trumpet on behalf of his father who he described as “a marvellous man” who often took the time to speak to youngsters about the significance of The Last

Post during his 25 years as a bugler at Geelong RSL. “I had the feeling this was the right way to go and dad would want this. I know my father would love that a young musician will care for the trumpet and play it.”

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Properties on market to pay yoga debts Keith Platt keith@baysidenews.com.au CREDITORS have so far lodged claims of $2.334 million against Shiva Yoga Inc, which went into voluntary liquidation in April. The organisation’s main assets are three houses in Mt Eliza, two in Petrel Av and one in Clendon Close. The properties are near the Shiva School of Meditation and Yoga, headquartered on a much larger property in Tower Rd. However, the residential ashram in Tower Rd surrounded by carefully tended gardens around an ornamental lake is owned by Shiva Yoga’s former spiritual leader, Russell Kruckman, also known as Swamiji and Swami Shankarananda. Paul Burness, of liquidators Worrells Solvency & Forensic Accountants, said on Thursday that the two Petrel Av houses were being marketed by real estate agents ConleyLUFF, with one priced at $525,000-$575,000 and the other at $500,000-$550,000. Its mortgagee, the Bendigo Bank, is handling the sale of the more valuable Clendon Close property. Mr Burness said Shiva Yoga “has very little cash” and the net funds from the sale of the three properties would go towards clearing up outstanding debts and claims. He said the Clendon Close property had a mortgage of $800,000. Mr Burness said Shiva Yoga Inc had paid for extensions to the Tower Rd ashram – owned by Mr Kruckman

For sale: One of the two properties being offered for sale by ConleyLUFF real estate as a result of the volutary liquidation of the Shiva School of Meditation and Yoga, Mt Eliza.

– “for which in due course we’ll seek repayment”. Financial records seen by The News show that show $1.38m has been spent improving the ashram building and lists Swami Shankarananda as having loaned the organisation $373,508. “Retained earnings” of $2.9m were shown

for the year ended 30 June 2014. Mr Kruckman is one of the creditors who have lodged a claim against Shiva Yoga. However a caveat loidged by him on two of the three Shiva Yoga-owned properties two days before the appointment of the liquidators have now

been lifted, according to Mr Burness. St Kilda lawyer Angela Sdrinis is also preparing a claim on behalf of a number of women who claim to have been victims of sexual misconduct by Mr Kruckman while attending the ashram. Mr Burness said he has communicated with Ms Sdrinis but as yet has not received any claims on behalf of her clients. When announcing its appointment in April, Worrells issued a news release that quoted Mr Burness as stating “I am cognisant of the allegations against the ashram and would be dealing with all potential claims as part of the liquidation process”. Ms Sdrinis has previously told The News she wants to settle the claims out of court. However, the allegations of sexual assault by Mr Kruckman continue to be investigated by the Seaford-based SOCIT (Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Teams). While confining her claims to women making allegations of sexual impropriety against Mr Kruckman, Ms Sdrinis said she had spoken with other men and women formally associated with the ashram in regards to unpaid wages; taxation; whether “people were volunteers or employees”; donations; and donated works. Mr Burness remains hopeful that tax concessions granted to Shiva Yoga Inc will not be withdrawn by the Australian Tax Office. “At this stage they [the ATO] seem satisfied and the organisation is still on

the [exemption] register,” he said. If the tax exemptions were withdrawn the amount of money available to pay out Shiva Yoga’s creditors could be diluted further by it having to pay capital gains tax. A spokesperson for the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), which advises the ATO on the suitability of an organisation to receive tax exemptions, said that if revoked tax liabilities could be backdated to 2012. This was confirmed last week by an ATO spokesman: “Due to secrecy provisions in the taxation legislation, we are unable to provide specific information on individual cases. If an entity’s tax concession status is revoked and that revocation is backdated, the ATO is able to seek payment of taxes due from the date of that revocation. The taxes likely to be affected are income tax, including refund of franking credits, and fringe benefits tax.” Shiva Yoga has been seen as a notfor-profit and has been granted a tax concession by the ATO, GST concession, FBT rebate and income tax exemption. Mr Burness said he had specialist tax advice to effect that the tax exemptions should stay. He is now awaiting delivery of “last year’s audited financials”. Relations remain strained between those still aligned with the ashram and many who have left disillusioned after revelations in December 2014 of sexual improprietry between their guru and many of his women devotees.

Council’s exit from MAV a solo stand Continued from Page 1 MAV president Bill McArthur said the organisation will implement recommendations made in the VAGO report. “Our response to the recommendations made in the report was unanimously endorsed by all member councils at our May State Council meeting. The MAV continues to implement the recommendations from this report and our ongoing relationship with VAGO is positive.” Mr McArthur noted 78 of Victoria’s 79 councils remain members of the MAV and, although membership can vary from year to year, “traditionally the MAV has enjoyed a strong membership”. “In recent years we’ve mostly had

all 79 councils on board however there were periods prior to this when a handful of councils chose to suspend their membership.” Neighbouring municipalities Kingston and the Mornington Peninsula Shire have not suspended their MAV membership. Kingston Council corporate services manager Paul Franklin said its councillors had sought assurances from the MAV that the VAGO recommendations “will be implemented in a timely and transparent manner”. “Kingston is of the view that effective representation of the sector to other levels of government via a collective such as the MAV’s is very important and is to the benefit of Kingston and the sector,” he said.

A spokesman for the Mornington Peninsula Shire was unaware of councillors having any formal discussions about the damning VAGO report but said an official response was unavailable before deadline because “the mayor has been away the past few days”. Cr Mayer said Frankston Council will decide whether to renew its MAV membership at the start of the 201617 financial year. “Over the next 12 months, we will monitor the performance of the MAV prior to making a decision on whether we will rejoin as financial members.” Going it alone: Frankston Council has decided not to renew its membership of the Municipal Association of Victoria. Picture: Gary Sissons

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Turn the page for challenge AUGUST is the month for families to take up The Mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Reading Challenge in Frankston. The challenge, for children aged 0-5 years, encourages parents and carers to read regularly with their children to help instil a love of language. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Reading to your child from the day they are born can give them a great start to life and learning,â&#x20AC;? Mayor Cr Sandra Mayer said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Residents are invited to join the challenge, share stories and win great prizes. The more you read, the more rewards and chances to win. You can share a book, sing songs or rhymes, read signs or

even the newspaper.â&#x20AC;? Entrants should register their children with Frankston libraries to receive a reading kit including a reading activity record to track progress. Stickers, pencil cases and other prizes will be available at Frankston libraries throughout August. Participants who hand in their completed reading records will be eligible for a major prize draw on Monday 31 August with winners notified by telephone. See library.frankston.vic.gov.au or call Frankston Library on 9784 1020 for further details.

FRANKSTON councillors have accused the Andrews government of â&#x20AC;&#x153;hypocrisyâ&#x20AC;? over its plan to cap rate rises at the rate of inflation from 2016-17 onwards. Councillors note charges such as the landfill levy, fire rates levy and a new metropolitan planning levy collected by council on the state governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s behalf will not be capped amid anger that most of the money in levies Frankston Council collects is not returned to the municipality. At last monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s public council meeting councillors noted the landfill levy funds are supposed to be reinvested into â&#x20AC;&#x153;resource recoveryâ&#x20AC;? operations but the Labor state government had not contributed any funding towards a new $12.3 million waste transfer station due to open at Skyeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Harold Rd in October. Cr Colin Hampton said it is â&#x20AC;&#x153;disgracefulâ&#x20AC;? that about $7 million has been collected from Frankston ratepayers for state coffers since 2008 but little of the money had been reinvested in Frankston. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The landfill levy has been taken from this council since 1996. It started off as $2.50 per tonne and now itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $52 a tonne. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why our residents when they go to a landfill anywhere have to pay such an exorbitant amount of money to dump a trailer now.â&#x20AC;? Cr Darrel Taylor slammed the new metropolitan planning levy, applicable from 1 July on all planning applications over $1 million, as being another money spinner for the state government. He called on the Labor government to return the revenue to councils to help with the rising costs of assessing planning applications at a local level.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s absolute hypocrisy. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to rake in millions out of this ... itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a con, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been absolutely conned. This is the last straw. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an absolute joke,â&#x20AC;? Cr Taylor said. The metropolitan planning levy was introduced by the former Coalition state government led by then premier Denis Napthine. Labor state government spokesman Kosta Pandos said the state planning department is finalising consultations on how to allocate the levy funds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Planning and subdivision fees will be adjusted once the planning department has finalised consultation on a regulatory impact statement and worked through the consultation findings with the minister,â&#x20AC;? he said. Environment Minister Lisa Neville said the Labor government recently released a Statewide and Resource Recovery Infrastructure Plan outlining seven regional waste and recovery plans for all regions of Victoria. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are committed to considering more efficient ways to use the revenue on waste going to landfill,â&#x20AC;? Ms Neville said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The landfill levy is also used to fund core business activities of the EPA, Sustainability Victoria and the seven Victorian Waste and Resource Recovery Groups.â&#x20AC;? Frankston councillorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; criticism of the state governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;hypocrisyâ&#x20AC;? in not capping levies pre-empted the release of a draft report on a framework for council rate capping by the Essential Services Commissions released late last Friday (31 July). The draft report recommended â&#x20AC;&#x153;revenue from special rates and charges, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;revenue in lieu of ratesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and the fire services levy should not be included in the rate capâ&#x20AC;?. The fire services levy rose by 7.2 per cent for the 2015-16 financial year.

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Escape after roll over A PREGNANT mother – and her two young children – escaped from a car which rolled onto its roof after a two-car accident in Sandhurst, early Wednesday evening. They climbed out the side window of the Nissan Dualis SUV after the collision with a BMW sedan on the corner of McCormick’s Rd and Sandarra Blvd. The woman was taken to the Royal Melbourne Hospital for observation. Patterson River CFA and Frankston SES volunteers cleared the scene. Police said the road was dry at the time of the accident. Sergeant Steve Mottram, of Carrum Downs Highway Patrol, said the woman, 24, had been charged on summons with failing to give way. Picture: Gary Sissons

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Street gets the beauty treatment CHANGE is in the air in Frankston’s city centre with new works under way in Wells St. More than $3.5 million is being spent beautifying the street, jointly funded by the council and the state government. Poppyseeds Deli is looking forward to expanding its outdoor dining service on the wider footpaths being built as part of the streetscape improvements. “The ‘new look’ footpath will create a fresh, clean space for our outdoor diners,” trader Michael Stuart said. “Wells St is a ‘must’ for people in Frankston, with all the banks, post office and cafes and restaurants there. “The streetscape works will improve opportunities for local business and will provide a modern and aesthetically pleasing environment.” The council is planning for increased foot traffic in the area, particularly with 700 South East Water staff now based in Frankston. The streetscape project will make the area more attractive and will also improve pedestrian safety. As well as wider footpaths and new paving, 11 plane trees are being planted on what will be a tree-lined avenue, alongside gardens, new street furniture and pedestrian-friendly lights. Designs unique to Frankston are being made into practical features, such as high quality sculptural seating and LED lighting made from stain-

less steel. The council is working with artist Darryl Cowie to create pieces tailored to Frankston’s bayside roots. Most of the streetscape works are being done at the Nepean Hwy and Young St ends of Wells St, but some enhancements are also planned for central Wells St. Businesses are open at all times during the works, which are being staged to minimise inconvenience. Work is being done after-hours as much as possible. Construction is scheduled to end in October. “Please support local traders by continuing to shop and visit the cafes in the area,” the mayor Cr Sandra Mayer said. “The end result will be worth the temporary disruption. We’re all looking forward to the completion of Wells St as a lot of planning and work has gone into this project. “It’s also exciting that the design palate has potential to be used in the future upgrades of Young St.” New businesses recently opened in Wells St include Stereo Espresso (café), Equinox Dreams (pop culture and gaming collectibles), Flight Centre (travel consultants), Japonica Day Spa (beauty and healthcare), Skin Deep Tattoos (tattooists), Beehive (a honey specialty retailer) and The Living Earth Co. (gift shop).

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Arrests after armed robberies

Abalone, lobster ‘poachers’ caught THREE men allegedly poached 80 abalone and a rock lobster at Sorrento back beach last week.The daily recreational limit for abalone is five a person – when the season is open. However, the recreational abalone season is now closed. Mornington Fisheries officers received a tip-off on the 13FISH hotline about the alleged poaching, fisheries officer Heath Cameron said. The officers watched “for several hours” as two of the men allegedly dived in a bay for abalone and used a kayak to carry the fish to a third man on the beach. Fisheries Officers later intercepted a vehicle and uncovered 80 large abalone and a female rock lobster in berry (with eggs). The taking of female rock lobster in berry is prohibited and the season for female rock lobster is also closed. A 32-year-old Point Cook man, a 32-year-old Tarneit man and a 58-yearold international visitor were interviewed by Fisheries officers who also seized their diving equipment, including the kayak. Two of the men will be charged on summons for a number of alleged offences including taking more than twice the catch limit for abalone; taking abalone in the closed season; taking rock lobster in closed season; and taking rock lobster in berry. Mr Cameron said this was “good example” of public support and vigilance to assist in protecting Victoria's marine fisheries resources. “Anyone who sees suspicious fishing activity is encouraged to call 13FISH – or 133 474 – anytime,” he said. For information about fishing rules and regulations visit vic.gov.au/fisheries or call 131 186. Stephen Taylor

Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au FRANKSTON Embona Armed Robbery Squad detectives on Friday arrested and charged five males allegedly involved in violent robberies at two southern peninsula 7-Eleven service stations in the early hours of Wednesday. Four juveniles were charged with armed robbery and other offences and remanded in custody to appear at a Melbourne Children’s Court later this week. The fifth, 18, was charged with armed robbery and remanded in custody to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court later this week. Terrified attendants feared they could be killed in the 3.07am and 3.30am raids, which were both captured on CCTV footage. The two men were being counselled late last week as they sought to come to grips with the nightmare events. Police will allege that in the first robbery three balaclava-clad bandits ran behind a customer into the 7-Eleven at the corner of Pt Nepean Rd and Sixth Av, Rosebud. A lone, 35-year-old male attendant looked up to see the offenders, also wearing hooded jumpers and bandanas, rushing to the counter – one brandishing a handgun and another carrying an axe. The offender with the axe and the unarmed offender allegedly jumped onto the counter and climbed through security wire, while the gunman stood in the customer area, pointing his gun at the attendant as well as the customer, who was crouching on the floor between shelving and a freezer. The two behind the counter ransacked cupboards and filled up a bin with cigarettes and cash from the till. The man with the axe then smashed a glass door between the customer area and behind the counter and forced the attendant to lie of the floor in the customer area. The gunman also threatened the customer, who was still crouching on the floor.

Newsmakers: Two violent armed robberies within 30 minutes were newsworthy enough to attract the attention of several television stations, including this crew from Channel 10. Picture: Yanni

Police believe the bandits parked their cars on Sixth Av, walking through an area behind the store, and followed the customer inside. The trio is also believed responsible for the 3.30am armed robbery at the 7-Eleven service station, in Point Nepean Rd, Dromana. In a similar raid, the lone male store attendant was confronted by three offenders, one with a handgun. Two other offenders again went straight to the counter and climbed through security wire. With the gun pointed at his head the attendant was pushed into the staff area and forced to open the till. The offender with the axe smashed a window near the till and stole an undisclosed amount of cash. The other two offenders used a bin to carry

off their haul. The one with the axe –described by police as the “most volatile and violent” of the three – smashed a computer monitor in the manager’s office, struck the wall and again hit the window. They said the offender with the firearm appeared “more in control” throughout both incidents. The offender lost his balance and fell over after becoming entangled in security wire on the counter. The offenders are believed to have used a grey or silver V8 Commodore sedan and black SUV in the raids. Anyone with information can call Crime Stoppers, 1800 333 000, or report it to crimestoppersvic.com.au

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L.J. Hooker Frankston 4/500 Nepean Highway, Ph: 9783 8888 EMAIL: frankston@ljh.com.au

Kevin Wright Mobile: 0417 564 454

Linda Ellis Mobile: 0400 480 397

1/26 McLaren Place Mornington PHONE: 5977 2255

Nichols Crowder Level 1/1 Colemans Road, CARRUM DOWNS PHONE:9775 1535 Email: lindae@cd.nicholscrowder.com.au

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2 Earimil Drive, MOUNT ELIZA $2,300,000+ Community Real Estate, 7/20-22 Ranelagh Drive, Mount Eliza, 9708 8667 James Crowder, 0407 813 377

SET in one of Mount Elizaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most exclusive streets with beach frontage and spectacular panoramic views encompassing Mornington Pier and up to the Melbourne skyline, this magnificent home offers a lifestyle of true indulgence. The private 1659 square metre block puts you literally steps away from the beach and is an absolute picture with beautifully landscaped gardens complemented by the finest in outdoor luxuries with a solar-heated pool, and a dazzling poolside entertaining area with sauna, bathroom, bar and pergola. The use of exposed timbers

and brick work across both levels of the home is exquisite with large picture windows flooding the four living zones with natural light. From the ground floor, an elegant lounge has a wonderful dining area set on a raised timber dais, and to the other side of the formal entry there is a brilliant rumpus room with drinks bar. From the rumpus room, which will easily fit a billiard table, you step out to an octagonalshaped pergola which is enclosed with bistro blinds for wonderful evening gatherings with friends. A bright family zone incorporates a huge kitchen with stone benchtops

and stainless-steel appliances include a dishwasher. The upstairs wing has four excellent bedrooms, with the main bedroom featuring a dressing room with mirrors, and an ensuite with spa bath, there is also access out to the fulllength balcony. Remaining bedrooms all have built-in robes and share the main bathroom. This luxuriously appointed residence will provide the privileged family with heavenly pampering where long balconies take in the splendid sights of the peninsula and poolside entertaining offers resortstyle class.

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Friday, 7th August at 1pm on-site 50 Ranelagh Drive, Mount Eliza

NAB THIS!

Premier tenanted commercial freehold for sale for the ďŹ rst time

Lifestyle family living Address: Price: Agency: Agent: Secure lease to NAB with current Net rent of $70,303pa and annual increases Building of approximately 218m2 (2 levels) with wide frontage facing Mt Eliza Way Own title (no owners corp) TERMS: 10% deposit, balance 30-60 days INSPECT: By Appointment

9775 1535 nicholscrowder.com.au

Contact: Linda Ellis 0400 480 397

Michael Crowder 0408 358 926 Level 1,1 Colemans Road, Carrum Downs VIC 3201

84 Boes Road, TYABB contact agent Bay West Real Estate, 1/109 High Street, Hastings, 5979 4412 Sean Crimmins, 0411 734 814

ENJOYING a vast 8000 square metre block this handsome residence has been updated and also has the convenience of a central location close to shops, schools and Peninsula Link. Four large bedrooms all feature split-system air-conditioning, and to the main bedroom is a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite. In addition to the lovely kitchen with stainlesssteel appliances is a family area with dining space, and for more elegant entertaining options there is a formal lounge with wood heater. A separate study branches off from here, and opening from the family zone is a colourful alfresco courtyard adjoining the splendid in-ground pool and spa area. Conveniences throughout the home include a ducted vacuum system and from the double garage there is internal access. The grounds are well-established with a stand of trees around the pool and alfresco area providing welcome privacy and shelter.

WE DELIVER... FRANKSTON 6 BALCOMBE STREET STUNNING HOME IN BLUE CHIP LOCALE Lifestyle and comfort combine with this stunning 1960Â´s home offering a touch of the original charm and a splash of modern convenience. Warm and cosy throughout featuring spacious light filled living areas, upgraded kitchen with ample bench and storage space, renovated bathroom, good sized bedrooms with built in robes plus heating and cooling. Entertain in style with a fantastic stone paved alfresco area off the main living room and there is the added bonus of a fourth bedroom/home office with separate access plus ample storage space under the home and lock up garage. What a location, in the highly sought after Frankston High School zone and only a short walk to the beach, Botanical Gardens, Monash Uni, Frankston High, Foot Street shops, Frankston hospital and the Frankston CBD. This is prime real estate that will be ideal for first home buyers, families, retirees and investors alike. Call today to secure your appointment at this exciting property.

3 1 1 CLOSING DATE SALE (UNLESS SOLD PRIOR) Tuesday, August 18th at 6pm ESR $440,000+ VIEW Saturday 11:00am - 11:30am CONTACT Luke Lawlor 0414 757 705 Giulia Chapman 0439 385 390 OFFICE 23 Playne Street, Frankston 9776 6000

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•Great three bedroom two bathroom home •Attractive living room with bay windows •Main bedroom with BIR & new ensuite, •GDH, evaporative cooling and air conditioning •Kitchen with quality stainless-steel appliances •Second living area opening to covered outdoor entertaining area Inspect: As advertised or by appointment

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• Three bedroom, two bathroom home on a 670sqm ( approx block). •Smart kitchen with Emilia 900mm free standing s/steel oven •Picturesque gardens setting incorporates a pool & barbeque area •Formal dining with timber floors and a step down formal lounge •Second lounge, kitchen with breakfast bar •Loft storage in the ceiling, GDH, European laundry •Quality light fittings and window furnishings Inspect: As advertised or by appointment

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For a sea change or for a new home to retire to, this brand new 3BR home ticks all the boxes! With a convenient beachside location, easy walking distance to cafes, Main Street, transport and the beach, there are all the mod cons you would come to expect in a home of this quality & location. •Main bedroom with FES & WIR •High ceilings. timber floors •Ducted heating & refrigerated cooling •Kitchen with stone benchtops & Bosch appliances •Vast open living & dining space •Double garage with rear roller door

2/56 Mitchell Street Inspect Wed & Sat 2-2.30pm or by appointment Contact Kayn Luff 0416 265 337 Rod Morahan 0498 965 555

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This beautifully refurbished brick-venner home enjoys a leafy peaceful location on a huge court lot. Comprising 4 bedrooms, including a luxurious 5 square master bedroom with walk-in robe, dressing room and paltial ensuite, large zoned living spaces, deluxe two-pac kitchen with stone benchtops, SMEG appliances & adjacent dining room. With genuine timber flooring throughout, there is ducted heating & cooling, security system & a delightful garden aspect from every room.Double carport and double garage with workshop completes this excellent home. Inspect Sat 3-3.30pm or by appointment Contact Kayn Luff 0416 265 337 Rod Morahan 0498 965 555

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30 Humphries Road Inspect by appointment Contact Kayn Luff 0416 265 337 Rod Morahan 0498 965 555

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MAUREEN GILLHAM LICENSED ESTATE AGENT 0418 558 777

JADE WILSON PROPERTY MANAGER 5975 7733

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ROD MORAHAN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT 0498 965 555

STEVE CONLEY LICENSED ESTATE AGENT 0428 389 670

As an opportunity to develop now or in the future this property ticks all the boxes. Located in the Frankston High School zone, easy walking distance to local shops including a supermarket, a fantastic park is opposite the home to walk the dog or for the kids to run and play. The 1000m2 approx. block would allow 3 units (STCA), however the existing 4 bedroom home with study, family bathroom, 2 living areas, spacious kitchen, hardwood timber floors and undercover parking for 3 cars would also make an ideal family home. Act now as this gem, it will not last.

What a fantastic opportunity to build your dream family home on a rare level 2500m2 allotment set behind a private & established hedge & with a huge 77.83m street frontage. Surrounded by well presented & established homes, this cleared parcel of prime Mount Eliza real estate is fully serviced & ready to build plus sitting opposite Baden Powell Reserve. • Easy access to all the delights the Peninsula offers •Mount Eliza Village close by •Leafy Mount Eliza location •Level & clear allotment

KAYN LUFF DIRECTOR 0416 265 337

38 Bondi Avenue Inspect Wed & Sat 1-1.30pm or by appointment Contact Maureen Gillham 0418 558 777

TASHKIN HASSAN SALES ASSISTANT 0477 020 090

ROBERT LOSCHIAVO INSPECTION HOST 0418 563 580

WENDY O’HALLORAN EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT 5975 7733

JAN MEYER ACCOUNTS 5975 7733

SMARTER BOLDER FASTER

D L O SR TO AUCTION

PRIO

SOLD FOR A PREMIUM PRICE - CONTACT BROOKE RAMSAY 0447 772 980 HASTINGS 6 Andrew Court

EXECUTORS AUCTION Beautifully appointed home set on approx. 619m2 delivering functional living with parents retreat including WIR & ensuite at the front of the home ﬂowing into the perfect family entertainer at the rear. Four spacious bedrooms plus study, central bathroom, generous laundry and dual living zones, a spacious kitchen is beautifully designed including butler’s pantry and quality s/steel appliances, formal dining area with built-in bar opens to a stylish alfresco for you to enjoy entertaining your family and friends. Surrounded by manicured gardens and palm trees, giving you that tropical feel further features include a double lock up garage plus a high-span double carport for a caravan or boat. A bonus is an extra room at the rear of the garage ideal for those wanting to work from home. Embrace the luxury of this stunning home that offers an easy family lifestyle of elegance and quality. Just a short stroll to shops, schools and transport yet nestled in a peaceful and private cul-de-sac.

SOLD

BITTERN 77 Hendersons Road

OVER 50 PEOPLE THROUGH FIRST OPEN HOME

AGENT

Wilma Green 0407 833 996

CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

NEW LISTING

HASTINGS 4/3 Gold Court Freshly painted ground ﬂoor apartment boasting new carpet, two bedrooms both with BIRs and separate fully renovated bathroom. Living area with new split system, direct access to private rear courtyard. A comfortable home ready for someone to move straight in, only a few minutes stroll to supermarkets, cafes, doctors & schools.

CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

SOLD

SOLD IN UNDER 24 HOURS Set on approx 700sqm allotment, surrounded by secure fencing and established gardens this home has everything from affordability to functionality and is well presented with all the bells and whistles. Features include 3BR’s with WIR’s, main with FES, and a separate study could be a 4th bedroom. Formal lounge, central kitchen & double garage.

AGENT Brooke Ramsay 0447 772 980

SOMERVILLE 10 Carla Court This BV home on approx.800m2 offers 3 bedrooms with BIR’s, galley kitchen with gas cooking, sunken formal lounge, gas wall furnace, separate family/ meals area opening to the backyard, and double garage. Located close to schools, parks and the shops. A perfect investment or ideal for ﬁrst home buyers.

AGENT

Wilma Green 0407 833 996

CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

COUNTRY CHARMER

CRIB POINT 6 Sarrail Street

Stunning country property on ¼ acre allotment designed for functional living with sunken lounge, PRICE $220,000 Offers Over spacious kitchen, separate formal & informal living areas and 3 generous sized bedrooms all with BIRs. VIEW By Appointment AGENT Brooke Ramsay 0447 772 980 Outside boasts D/B carportwith storage area plus studio room and large private yard incl. D/B garage CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555 with concrete ﬂoor with access from side gate.

PRICE VIEW AGENT

Saturday 11:00-11:30am

$385,000 Offers Over

Wilma Green 0407 833 996

CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

CENTURY 21 AGENTS SMARTER BOLDER FASTER

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Harcourts Limitless 82 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza 03 9788 7400 www.limitless.harcourts.com.au

NEW LISTING

Mornington 30-32 Millgate Drive

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Rarely Available In Mornington

Seaford 20a Peninsula Boulevard

FOR LEASE

Seaford Industrial Estate

An impressive building, set amongst popular sporting facilities, at a size that rarely becomes available in Mornington.

View www.harcourts.com.au For Lease $5,980pcm + GST + Outgoings

• 801m2 in total (approx.) •660m2 ground floor reception & warehouse •Spacious upstairs office & boardroom •Staff kitchen & showers •Double roller door access

Kara James M 0412 939 224 P 9788 7400 E kara.james@naiharcourts.com.au HARCOURTS LIMITLESS P 9788 7400

Mornington Blake Street

BUSINESS FOR SALE

Yabbies Fish & Chips

A tidy factory with plenty of space and rear offices that can be removed to create extra warehouse area. •150 m2 approx •Front reception area •Upstairs boardroom & office •3 carparks

View www.harcourts.com.au For Lease $1,950pcm + GST + Outgoings Kara James M 0412 939 224 P 9788 7400 E kara.james@naiharcourts.com.au HARCOURTS LIMITLESS P 9788 7400

Dromana 233 Point Nepean Road

BUSINESS FOR SALE

Charcoal Chicken

What could you do with this amazing corner site waiting for your creative style and flair to truly enhance this location?

View www.harcourts.com.au For Sale $120,000 walk-in-walk-out

•100m2 approx •Food licence and grease trap •Corner site close to Main street •Overlooking Mornington Central •Fantastic exposure and scope for outdoor seating

Kara James M 0412 939 224 P 9788 7400 E kara.james@naiharcourts.com.au HARCOURTS LIMITLESS P 9788 7400

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner! Dromana is certainly a location on the Peninsula with a growing community and population overload in Summer. Do not overlook this one.

View www.harcourts.com.au For Sale $280,000 + SAV

250 m2 approx with side & rear access Located opposite the pier & park Q Huge yard at rear with parking Q Currently operating 6 days per week Q Long lease with reasonable rent

Kara James M 0412 939 224 P 9788 7400 E kara.james@naiharcourts.com.au HARCOURTS LIMITLESS P 9788 7400

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Commercial Property Management? You now have a choice. Call NAI Harcourts for the fresh approach

Kara James Commercial Specialist Mobile: 0412 939 224 Ph:9788 7400 kara.james@naiharcourts.com.au Kelly Amor Commercial Portfolio Manager Mobile: 0403 630 524 Ph:9788 7400 kelly.amor@naiharcourts.com.au

Mortgage Express Suite 11/20-22 Ranelagh Drive, Mount Eliza Christine Penford 0414 228 891 christine.penford@mortgage-express.com.au

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Carrum Downs & Marriott Waters

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community event calendar CARRUM DOWNS OVER 55’S CLUB Broughton St, Seaford. We are open every Thursday 10am till approx. 3.30pm (includes afternoon tea) activities : carpet bowls, bingo, cards, pool and outings Membership fee $10.00 per annum and $3.00 per visit. Contact Terry Maher (President) 0403 311 145

AUGUST BUSINESS WOMEN NETWORKING EVENTS MORDIALLOC & FRANKSTON Heart Link Network Women’s Networking hold events in Mordialloc on the 1st Tuesday of each month and Frankston on the 2nd Thursday of each month. Bookings are essential as all meetings are industry exclusive. Please call Lee Cummins on 0400 862 793 for further details. FRANKSTON AND DISTRICT PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP The support group meets on the last Thursday of each month at 10.00 in the King Close Community Hall in Frankston North. Men with prostate health issues and their partners are invited to attend the support group for discussion on prostate health issues and some friendly banter Details: 0407817996 (Gordon) FRANKSTON PROBUS CLUB 1st Friday of the month at 10am At Bowling Pavilion, Frankston RSL Cranbourne Road, Frankston. Come along and join in and hear a speaker of interest and after the meeting dine with us at the RSL for lunch. Contact enquiries. probusfrankston@gmail.com or call Mary on 0418 568 234.

Carrum Downs Community Bank staff members demonstrations, guest speakers and day trips. For more information call 8588 1831 or 9772 4564. CARRUM DOWNS PROBUS CLUB. Meet 2nd Wednesday of each month The Sands Hotel, Hall Road Carrum Downs from 10:00 am. Visitors most welcome to enjoy activities, guest speakers and outings. Contact Pat Tuddin. 9785 2678 .

POLIO SUPPORT GROUP 2nd Saturday of each month at 11am Have you or do you know anyone who had polio or is now experiencing after effects of polio? Held at the Information Centre, Main St, Mornington. Enquiries: 5974 3495

FRANKSTON LAUGHTER CLUB Fridays 1.30pm-2.30pm during school terms Frankston Community Recreation Centre 55 Towerhill Rd Cost $2.50 Donated to centre. Jenny/Natalie - (03) 9293 7122

SEAFORD FARMERS MARKET 3rd Sunday of each month from 8am to 1pm At Station St, Seaford

OVER 55’S CLUB East Frankston Over 55’s Club runs a wide range of activities including live entertainment, social & competitive indoor bowls, gentle exercises, craft/chat group, Rummikub, line dancing and day trips. We are a friendly club and are particularly looking for new indoor bowlers. We meet at Leawarra House, 200 Beach St, Frankston. For further details contact Karen on 0432 444 931

CARRUM COMMUNITY ACTIVITY CENTRE Every Thursday at 10 am Carrum Community Activity Centre invites new members. We meet every Thursday 10am at 38 Valetta St, Carrum. Join us for exercises, card making, crafts, oil painting,

PENINSULA ACTIVITIES GROUP Frankston based activities group for the over 50s. Come and join our social outings with day trips, lunches, theatre shows, walking group. Hear a speaker of interest, have a cuppa and meet new people. You will be welcomed and introduced to our members. Phone Joana: 9775 2304. BALLROOM DANCING. Come along to our ballroom dancing at Leawarra House, 200 Beach Street, East Frankston every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month for an evening of fun. We have an excellent dance floor, super music prizes and a raffle. 8pm-11pm. Only $7.00. Table seating. Bring your own nibbles, drinks and glasses. No need to book, just turn up. For further information phone Anne on 0435 890 017 or Angela on 97759542. (mel. Ref. 102J3) KARINGAL LAUGHTER CLUB Karingal Place Neighbourhood Centre 103 Ashleigh Avenue, Frankston Weekly on Monday at 5.30pm during school terms Contact: Lauren Ph: 8786 6650 Cost: $2.00 Donation to Centre

KARINGAL PLACE NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE Classes/activities include Drawing & Sketching, Italian for Beginners (evening class for adults), Italian Lessons for Children (Thursday afternoons), Saturday afternoon Scrabble Club, Wednesday afternoon Playgroup, 3 Year Old Playtime and Bandoke (karaoke with live musicians) All enquiries please phone Karingal Place Neighbourhood Centre on 8786 6650. SOCIAL TENNIS Enjoy social tennis Monday mornings 10am-noon All standards welcome, non-member $5.00, members $2.00 Contact Kerry 0412712328 or Fiona 0425859963 Belvedere Park Tennis Club, East Road, Seaford WEIGHT LOSS CLUB Every Monday at 6.30pm at St Johns Anglican Church, cnr Monterey Blvd & Frankston Dandenong Rd, Frankston North. Further details call Joyce 0404 537 163

COMMUNITY GARDEN Food & veggie swap at the community gardens the third Saturday each month, 2pm – 3pm. Swapping fresh home grown food, eggs, preserves, compost, mulch, seeds, cakes, etc. Pine Reserve, Mitchell St, Mornington (behind scout hall). Further details phone Lorraine 5975 3206 EPILEPSY SUPPORT GROUP Meet every 2nd Saturday at St Francis Xavier Parish, 60 Davey St, Frankston from 1pm – 3pm. Further details phone Sue 0407 509 519 or Cris 0437 386 867 FAMILY HISTORY WEEK Mornington Peninsula Family History Society Frankston Sth Recreation Centre Towerhill Road Frankston (Mel 102 D7) offers free access to library & all resources Tues 4th Aug & Thu 6th Aug 10.30-2.30pm Sun 9th Aug 2-5pm All Welcome KARINGAL PLACE NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE Offers classes/activities including Internet and Email for Beginners, Office Applications – intermediate, Drawing for Beginners, Wednesday Playgroup, Make Up and Beauty Demonstration, 3 Year Old Playtime, Caring Cook Cooking Classes & Bandoke All enquiries, please phone 8786 6650 VIC MASTERS ATHLETIC CLUB Meet at Ballam Park Athletic Complex, Frankston each Thursday at 7pm. All ages, all abilities welcome. Contact Mike 0429 822 886

LOCAL EVENT LISTING The Frankston Times and the Carrum Downs Community Bank, support community organisations by promoting upcoming public events free in a

Community Event Calendar

The calendar is published monthly in The Frankston Times. The next page will appear Sep 7 PO Box 588, Hastings 3915 or email communityevents@mpnews.com.au

Marriott Waters Community Bank staff members

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Last chance to see: South East Water’s decommissioned reservoir in Mt Eliza is a step closer to becoming housing with no provision for a nature reserve following a report from a panel that ignored calls for more open space in the area. Picture: Yanni

Panel backs South East Water on reservoir sale Mike Hast mike@baysidenews.com.au STATE government utility South East Water is one giant step closer to selling off a disused reservoir in Mt Eliza for housing. A planning panel has ruled in favour of the 2.8-hectare reservoir on the corner of Barmah and Kanya roads being used for houses and rejected calls for it to become a conservation reserve. A submission to set aside two lots for public housing was also rejected as was a request by Mornington Peninsula Shire that one hectare be public open space. The decision has bitterly disappointed Kunyung Residents Group, formed late last year to push for a reserve in an area that has just two reserves (not counting the foreshore and beach). The panel report now goes to the shire council, which has the option of changing or rejecting it but the final say lies with state planning minister Richard Wynne. Ministers rarely reject panel reports although former Labor planning minister Justin Madden infamously rejected one in the mid-2000s and permitted a bitumen storage plant at Crib Point, which was never built due to commercial changes. Councils and government agencies will be offered the land first and if there are no takers, SEW will be free to go to the market. In early 2014 SEW asked the shire to rezone the land and its 24 blocks of about 1000 square metres each, worth about $450,000 a block or $10.8 million in total. The dam was decommissioned in 1999 and has become a haven for wildlife, fenced off from predators and humans. One block fronting Kunyung Rd contains a pumping station, which will be retained by SEW. SEW is building an eight-storey tower next to Kananook Creek in Frankston, which will house

about 600 employees. Selling the land would be a good top-up of its coffers. Rebecca Taylor of Kunyung Residents Group told The Times the planning panel report was “disappointing but not entirely unexpected”. “The panel did not give sufficient weight to the concerns of residents – or expert witnesses about the ecology of the reservoir, which is home to or visited by about 61 animal and bird species including the endangered grey headed flying fox.” Ms Taylor said she was dismayed that not one block had been set aside for a reserve “based on the technicality that it is not a new subdivision”. (The reservoir land was part of the area’s original 1924 subdivision but had a controversial beginning when the government wanted to build a reservoir to serve a growing Mt Eliza in the 1956 and selected land on the western side of Kunyung Rd owned by transport magnate Reg Ansett. Mr (later Sir Reg) Ansett fought the State Rivers and Water Supply Commission for four years. Then he bought 25 vacant blocks and established homes on the eastern side of Kunyung Rd for 28,000 pounds as an alternative to his property.) “We are hoping the shire council will reject the report outright and be bold enough to stand up to South East Water and seek more land to be set aside for ecological purposes,” she said. Ms Taylor said many organisations and individuals had helped the residents’ group including Nepean Planning Consultants, ecologists Jeff Yugovic and Malcolm Legg, Steve Karakitsos of South East Centre for Sustainability, Ian Morrison of Mornington Peninsula Ratepayers’ and Residents’ Association, and “all the wonderful residents who signed the petition and made a submission to council”. She said the campaign would continue on www.facebook.com/KunyungSaysNo

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Captain Hartland killed in Gallipoli Compiled by Melissa Walsh WE regret to report that Captain Leslie Hartland (whose letter is published in this issue) has been killed in action. Deep sympathy is expressed for Mr and Mrs Hartland and family, in their great sorrow. *** A STOREHOUSE, on the Brooklyn Estate, owned by Mr Archibald, was entered last week, and some tools, etc, were stolen. The thieves were a mean, hungry lot, as they stripped a small rhubarb plot. The matter has been reported to the police. *** AUSTRALIA Day (30th July) was celebrated at Mornington Junction by a bazaar and sale of gifts, the proceeds of which it is intended to be given to the Australian Red Cross and Belgian Funds. The bazaar was opened at 3 o’clock in the afternoon and continued open during the afternoon and evening, in the Presbyterian Church, kindly lent for the occasion. The attendance was good and a brisk trade was carried out by those who took part. No less than £36 5s being realised and as the expenses had been cut down to a minimum (£2 16s), the promoters will have the handsome sum of £33 6s to be divided between the two funds, which speaks volumes for the generosity of those that attended. The committee wishes to record their high appreciation of the many in which Mrs C. Grant, and the friends from Somerville assisted the move-

ment, and also to thank Mr M. Brody for the use of his marquee. A cushion is still unclaimed, won by “Baby Jack.” *** THE social in aid of Lady Stanley’s special appeal for the wounded Australians, which was held on Friday evening last, was undoubtedly the most successful yet held. The hall, which had been tastefully decorated with colored flowers and flags, was filled to its utmost capacity. Songs were rendered in fine style by Mr L. Denham, Mr A. E. Denham and Mrs Woodhouse, and the dancing was kept going until about 3am. The committee had prepared excellent refreshments, and is to be highly congratulated on their splendid method of management. The net proceeds reached the sum of £9 2s 6d and as the expenses will be only about £1, a highly satisfactory sum will be forwarded to the Fund. Since July 1 the committee have received the sum of £32 15s in donations in aid of the Red Cross Fund; £14 9s by monthly subscription, and 308 articles have been forwarded to the central depot. *** IN accordance with a notice in last week’s issue, a public meeting of the residents of Frankston was held in the Mechanics’ Hall on Wednesday evening for the purpose of recording its determination to continue the war at all hazards to a victorious end. The hall was well filled, and considerable enthusiasm was shown in the proceedings.

The President of the Shire (Cr W. J. Oates) occupied the chair, and after the National Anthem had been sung, he asked Dr Plowman (the secretary) to read the minutes of the previous two meetings held in connection with the patriotic movement in Frankston. On the motion of Rev H. Jackson, seconded by Mr Mason, the minutes as read were confirmed. The chairman in feeling terms, referred to the sad news just received by Mr Hartland of the death, whilst in action at Gallipoli, of his son, Captain L. Hartland. The deceased was the second in Victoria to offer to go to the front on the declaration of war. He expressed the deepest sympathy for Mr and Mrs Hartland and family in their bereavement; at the same time they had the consolation of knowing that he had died nobly in fighting for his well beloved country. The audience here all rose in expression of sympathy with the bereaved ones. The chairman then asked Dr Plowman to move the first resolution. Dr Plowman said the resolution commended itself to all right thinking people, and like good wine, required no bush. It might be thought superfluous to hold such a meeting in a small place like Frankston, but it was like the grains of sand on the seashore – it took all the small units to make up a great whole. He would not move this resolution if he thought the war was an unjust one, but when Germany declared war on Belgium, it behoved England to defend that country against that great

nation. If, when the Germans had crossed the Belgian frontier, England had not declared war he would have been ashamed to call himself an Englishman. He was impressed that the resolution he was about to move was not only a resolution to defend England, but it was one to defend our own hearths and homes. Our brave soldiers are fighting over there for us as much as if the enemy was at our gates. To underrate the necessity of carrying on this war to a successful termination would be a terrible mistake. He felt their must be no lack in enlisting and reinforcing till the enemy is utterly crushed. Any peace before that would be the very worst thing that could happen, therefore it behoved us to carry the following resolution unanimously:– “On this Anniversary of the declaration of a righteous war, this Meeting of the Citizens of the Shire of Frankston and Hastings records its inflexible determination to continue to a victorious end the struggle in maintenance of those ideals of liberty and justice which are the common and sacred cause of the Allies”. Mr E. McComb seconded the resolution. Rev R. Jackson, Dr Maxwell, Sergeant Malcomb, Mr Hunt, Mr W. P. Mason, Mr Grey, and Mr Richardson spoke in favor of the resolution, and on being put, it was carried unanimously. The chairman then read a circular from the Australian Patriot’s League in which they requested that the following resolution be put:– “That this meeting of the Shire of

Frankston and Hastings is of the opinion that all German and other alien enemies, whether naturalized or not, at the present time in the employment of the Government at home or abroard, whether Federal or State, either in a civil or military capacity, should be instantly removed from their positions, and that the Federal Government and the State Government of Victoria take steps to carry this into effect.” “That this meeting of Citizens of the Shire of Frankston and Hastings is of the opinion that all German or other alien enemies residing in Australia should be instantly interned during the continuance of the present appalling war, and that the Federal Government take steps to carry this into effect, and that it is desirable that the Government take possession of their property and apply it to the cost of their maintenance.” After the resolutions had been thoroughly discussed they were put to the meeting and carried unanimously. The meeting then closed with the National Anthem. We call attention to an advertisement in another column of a meeting of the contributors to the Patriotic Fund. The Treasurer holds a substantial balance in hand and he will ask directions as to its disposal. Subsequently the meeting will resolve itself into one to organise entertainment and presentation to those volunteers for the war who have recently enlisted from the district. From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 7 August, 1915

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THE MEANING OF EXISTENCE... AND OTHER SHORT STORIES

The long dark tea-time of the soul By Stuart McCullough SOME things ought to be considered private. They are not for broadcast or devoured by the eyes of others. But without even knowing it, I have been betrayed. My secret shame has been exposed for all to see, putting me at real risk of enduring ridicule and mockery. So now that the cat is out of the bag and it can only be moments before you hear this tantalising piece of gossip, I might as well get in first. The plain truth is this: my name is Stuart McCullough and I sometimes drink decaffeinated tea. There you go: I’ve said it. It’s okay to be shocked and even a little let down. There’s a reason that I’ve kept this information secret for so long. Drinking tea is, of itself, considered by those who prefer to suck down on mega-lattes and short blacks with each alternative breath to be a form of heresy. But to remove caffeine – the one redeeming feature of such a beverage – is an outrage of unimaginable dimensions for such people. So much so that they may well need a cup of tea and a good lie down just to restore a sense of calm which, given their preference for industrial strength drinks, is something of an irony. So how did my secret shame become public knowledge? Were my accounts hacked? Was it a case of loose lips of Mick Jagger-esque proportions sinking ships? Not at all. I have not been attacked or let down by someone else’s inability to keep a secret. Rather, I have been betrayed by the drink itself. That’s right: my tea has turned against me and completely spilled the beans even if spilling the beans sounds

more like something coffee would do rather than tea. What’s even worse is that, until recently, I was completely oblivious to this act of betrayal. With every tea bag, there’s a little piece of string and a little paper tag. These things are held together with a

tiny staple and, together, they facilitate the all-important dunking process. As anyone who drinks tea will tell you, it’s all well and good to let the bag infuse in its own sweet time, but sooner or later you’re going to want to take

matters into your own hands and give that thing a couple of hearty dunks. But as important as the tag may be, this was the very source of my betrayal. Not satisfied with simply including the name of the particular brand of tea, it carried a message directed to the world at large. ‘De-stressing with a decaf’ declared the tag as it dangled over the side of my cup. Oblivious, I had been wandering around the office with this thing in plain view. Frankly, a declaration of this kind is nothing short of a sign of weakness. Not only does it expose me as a wuss of near unthinkable proportions but also suggests that the act of getting a hot drink to take back to my desk should be interpreted as a some kind of cry for help. Surely, this will inevitably (and rightly) expose me to ridicule. Upon spotting this message I quickly ripped it from its string, hoping no one had learned my dark and terrible secret. But as I took a closer look at the packet, I noticed for the first time that each tea bag seems to have a different message. ‘I’m on my break from caffeine and work’. This one isn’t so much a declaration of weakness as it is plain obnoxious. If I saw someone flouting a message like that I would give them a particularly wide berth and, later, steal their stapler. As for ‘Do not want list: Caffeine distractions’ and ‘Yes to refreshment, no to caffeine’; they’re not so much informative as they are flat-out judgemental. Much like those signs you see planted in the front yards of houses with especially lush gardens that declare themselves to be using tank water, what they’re really saying

is that they’re better than you are. As for ‘Meditating with a decaf, back in 10’, if I’m going to peddle a message like that I might as well go all the way and start wearing hemp trousers and listen to Grateful Dead records. But if I, as the owner of these tea bags, find them and their grandstanding to be offensive, I can only imagine the impact they’re having on others. It’s not just my tea bags that are conspiring against me. Yesterday, I discovered that one of my running tops as a message sewn into the hem along the bottom. ‘Don’t forget to drink a beer or two along the way’. I don’t know if this is an act of retaliation against the tea bag people or some form of sabotage and trying to throw me right of my game, but I am confused and alarmed that all these objects have so much to say when, to be frank, it’s really not their place to do so. Tea bags, running tops and other sundry items should all just be quiet. When I want their opinion, I’ll ask for it. Until then, I just want to drink my wuss-bag tea in peace and without inadvertently slagging off other people. I am not de-stressing or meditating. Nor is some kind of principled stand against caffeine which, truth be told, I like very much. It’s just a beverage. No more, no less. Douglas Adams once wrote about The Long Dark Tea-Time of the Soul but was silent as to whether the tea in question for decaffeinated or full-strength. It probably didn’t matter. I’m not sure quite what he meant by that phrase, but I’m determined to figure it out. In the meantime, perhaps I should just put the kettle on. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

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Whilst Nick Cave has slowly but surely become one of Australia’s most successful and highly influential international superstars, it’s easy to overlook the contributions made by members of his bands – namely The Birthday Party, The Boys Next Door, The Bad Seeds and Grinderman. Whilst long-time wingman Mick Harvey has established himself as a producer of note and current wingman Warren Ellis is an accomplished film composer and one third of instrumental The Dirty Three, other Cave cohorts such as Conway Savage and Hugo Race have quietly achieved respect and notoriety as artists in their own right.

record – his first in seven years. The album, itself titled Spirit, has received phenomenal press worldwide, indicative of the esteem in which the the singersongwriter-producer is held outside of his home country. UK publication Vive Le Rock gave the album 8/10, whilst the UK’s Q Magazine describe it as “one of the best records he’s ever made”. Thankfully for us locals, Race is back home with the band for a series of album launch shows, including a performance at Castlemaine’s The Bridge Hotel on Saturday 15 August and Elsternwick’s Flying Saucer Club on Friday 21 August.

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in your Arms), and has a background worlds apart from Diamond’s New York upbringing in the ‘Tin Pan Alley’ days of Broadway. Finley’s is the world of cobbled streets, terrace houses, and a show business grounding won out of the gritty working men’s clubs in Lancashire, in the North of England. ‘Lost between two shores’ Finley’s story leads to his eventual emigration to Australia, a true Neil Diamond country! Hot August Night and Me will be at Frankston Arts Centre on Friday 7 August at 8pm. Tickets on 9784 1060 or at thefac.com.au Frankston Times 3 August 2015

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WINDSOR Sunchaser Pop Top 1997, L 17' 6", W 7' 6", roll out awning and annexe, 4 burner stove and oven and 3 way fridge, microwave, double bed, electric blanket, 2/80 watt solar panels, fans, TV, 12v pump for water to sink, 2 x 1, reversing camera,3 x 12v outlets, shower /toilet tent with shower and toilet. Hayman reece weight distributing bars, Blairgowie. 14,500. 0427 880 419.

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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. $27,500neg. 0407 686 570.

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JAYCO Star-craft pop top, 1998, roof top AC/heating, roll out awning, 3 way fridge, DBL island bed innerspring mattress, 4 burner gas stove, instant hot water, 1 side and1 end privacy screens, microwave, 12v/240v lighting, mount for bike rack, electric brakes, 6mth reg, EC, tare 1,170kg, easy to tow, all seats have been re-covered, plenty storage. $15,000. 0419 542 543 .

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. $13,500Neg. 0407 686 570

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FLAMINGO Camper Trailer. Spacious kitchen table with seating that folds down to 5th bed. Capacity to sleep 5 people comfortably. Ample storage space under seats. Full annex with extended front awning. All cords and hoses needed for powered sites. Kitchen table will fold down to form a single-sized bed. Microwave, gas stove & griller. Kept undercover in carport. Fire extinguisher, clipon antenna for internal TV with internal point, external light for annex, 3 way fridge. Either gas /power or battery, internal lights with extendable cords for night lights over beds. Registration (U29312). $11,000. Phone: 0412 362 441. GAZEL, Champion 1998, 16ft pop-top, single beds, front kitchen, gas stove, fridge, large lounge, full annexe, new awning. VGC. $11,550. 0401 235 313.

MERCEDES Sprinter Motorhome 2001. Very good condition, serviced regularly by Mercedes, Double bed over cab, double bed option in lounge, toilet /shower, 2 way fridge/freezer, 2 burner gastop with grill, microwave, ample cupboard/storage space, awning. Reg (RCV691). $44,000 ono. Phone: 0408 381 918 or 0412 856 677.

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.

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.

AUSTIN, Tasman, 1971, 6 cylinder, auto, sedan, white duco, 101,000 miles, reg until 01/16, runs well, fair to good condition, some small rust, comes with original owners book, work shop manual and some spares, no RWC. WEN-181. $1,500. 0417 028 386. FORD, Focus Trend, mark 2, 2013, auto, in excellent as new condition, one owner, non smoker, 29,115kms, blue tooth sync, rear sensors central locking, etc, RWC, ZSZ-130. $16,250neg Beaconsfield. 0418 353 714.

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CAMPERVAN, Jayco Swan, 1978, 3 way fridge, power invertor, stereo, 2 double beds, table converts to bed, fly ends, full annexe, includes ropes, pegs, poles, water and drain hoses. $6,100. 0419 513 658. CARAVAN, Regal pop top. 1993. GC, front kitchen, rear island, double bed, 3 way fridge, microwave, gas cook top, roll out awning. As new LT tyres. 12 V battery system and charger, plus lots more. $9,500. Ph: 0417 825 273

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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.

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Hillmen remain in the hunt NEPEAN LEAGUE By Toe Punt RED HILL kept its finals chances alive with a gutsy four-quarter performance against Hastings on Saturday at Thomas Barclay Reserve. Whilst the Hillmen continued its push towards finals, Hastings let slip an opportunity to break away from other sides vying for a top three position. The Hillmen were too strong over four quarters, winning comfortably 14.8 (92) to 10.5 (65). It was Red Hill’s best win of the season. It was the stars who shone yet again for the Hillmen, but it was teenage defender Jonah Siverson who really stood out playing in the back half. Siverson has become a very valuable commodity at Red Hill and his form in the past month has been outstanding. Sean Holmes was outstanding for the Hillmen too and played arguably his best game for the season with three goals. Harry Larwill’s transition

from defence to attack continues to be a masterstroke by coach Tony Blackford too. Harry booted another three goals on Saturday. Paul Wintle is a star but goes unnoticed most weeks. One can’t underestimate the significant contribution Wintle makes most weeks in defence. Paul Rogasch led the charge for Hastings and Josh Mulheron again gave his smalls first use of the pill. The Blues tackle Tyabb next week while Red Hill has the bye. Rosebud maintained its position a game clear at the top of the Nepean Division ladder after leading all afternoon to beat Somerville. The Buds opened well with first quarter goals to Jason Bristow and Tom Baker. They kept Somerville goalless in the opening 25 minutes of the match and led by 15 points at the first change. Rosebud was able to maintain the momentum of the game for almost the next 90 minutes. Tom Baker booted two goals in the last quarter to stretch the margin to 24

points, before Somerville came home with a rush, only to fall short by one straight kick, 9.7 (61) to 9.12 (66). Rob Forrest returned to the Rosebud side after a broken jaw and didn’t waste any time booting three goals and collecting best on ground honors. Matt Baker was a rock across half back and Greg Bentley enjoyed his second dominant performance against the Eagles this season. No doubt that Bentley saves his very best for the good sides. Justin Farrelly was outstanding in the ruck for the Eagles and Jedd Sutton and Scott Simpson worked hard. Adrian Speedy and Adrian Ridout booted two goals apiece. For the second time this season, Crib Point pushed Sorrento to the wire. The first time the sides played, Crib Point had a blistering final quarter and overrun the Sharks. On this occasion, the Pies booted six goals to four after half time but started their run too late and went down 6.11 (47) to 8.9 (57). Jamus Campbell was superb again

for the winners while Troy Schwarze was the instigator in getting his side over the line. Brad Arnold led from the front for the Pies and James Cook played arguably his best game for the season. If I was any coach looking to play finals, I’d be looking to sit down with Pies coach Duane Annable and shout him a cuppa! Devon Meadows came storming home in the last quarter against Rye but it wasn’t enough to cause an upset, going down 13.12 (90) to 10.15 (75). The Meadows let themselves down in the first quarter when they squandered opportunities, booting just two goals from 10 shots at goals. Rye on the other hand converted five of their seven shots and led by 12 points at the first change. The margin blew out to 34 points at half time and the game was done and dusted right there. The Meadows booted 7.6 to 4.5 after half time. Andrew Dean booted four goals for the Demons while Jai Lloyd provided enormous drive from half back. Ryan

Four quarter effort: Red Hill got down and dirty to get up over Hastings and keep its Nepean League finals chances alive. Picture: Andrew Hurst

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Mullett also dominated through the middle of the ground. Pat Harmes was again outstanding for the Meadows while lesser-likes in terms of reputation in Jayden Sullivan and Jack Henderson were also strong performers. Frankston Bombers had its best win of the season, dominating Dromana to win 13.9 (87) to 6.8 (44). Zac Longham was at his absolute best for the Bombers with seven goals while Brett Sutton and James Degenhardt dominated. Kieran Voelkl and Chris Ongarello were the best of the Tigers. In the final game Pearcedale beat Tyabb 24.22 (166) to 9.6 (60) as expected. Pat Heijden booted 10 goals and was instrumental in the win while Ben Mitchell completely dominated. Alex Harnett was also impressive in his second game. Jake Anderson booted five goals for the Yabbies and was clearly their best, along with Adrian Clay.

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Up, up and away: High-flying Mt Eliza soared to new heights against Chelsea with a big 22.19 (151) to 6.3 (39) win at the weekend. Picture: David Trend

Danger: Eagles on fire PENINSULA LEAGUE

By Toe Punt EDITHVALE-ASPENDALE is coming and are looking ominous after blowing Mornington away by more than five goals on Saturday. Edithvale started well and led by 11 points at quarter time and nine points at the major interval. However, it was the seven goal to one third term that set-up the 14.13 (97) to 8.17 (65) victory. Edithvale-Aspendale, as we well know, is hard to stop when its confidence is up. One could argue that the Eagles’ draw has been relatively soft over the past five weeks, however, it’s hard to argue with five wins on the trot. Three of those five wins have come against Langwarrin at Lloyd Park, Pines and Mornington. That’s three of

the best six sides in the competition right there. The fact of the matter is that the youngsters feel like they belong and the more experienced players are at the top of their game. Mark Meehan was outstanding once again on Saturday with four goals, while Matt Clark continues to rip the competition to pieces with three goals in a best on ground performance. Watching Clark run around is like watching an U16 playing U12s football. Tim Mannix and the underrated Mark Mullins were outstanding too for the Eagles. Graeme Yeats and the Edithvale brains trust must be congratulated on the way they have managed Tim Mannix. He seems to be up and going at the right end of the season. Joel Miller was again Mornington’s

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best while Warwick Miller was also very good. It’s hard not to wonder what the issue is at Mornington. They seem to have fallen off the pace. Frankston YCW again flexed its muscles on Saturday, this time belting Pines. The Stonecats booted eight goals to one in the first quarter and at Jubilee Park, there’s no coming back from that. Again, the winners shared the goals around, Anthony Bruhn booted four of them and Craig Nankervis three. Byron Barry and Kevin Lylak dominated and Luke Collins played his best game for his new club. Trent Potts and Aaron Edwards were the best of the Pythons, who now seem to be running out of steam. Seaford and Langwarrin slugged it out in a goal fest, the visitors eventually getting home by seven points, 18.15

(123) to 17.14 (116). The Kangas opened-up the game in the third quarter with nine goals to three, before Seaford finished with six goals to one. Kieran Albanese showed he belongs in the senior side with four goals for the Kangas, while Dale Binks played higher at times and finished with three majors, along with Sean Herdman. Jayden Grose and Michael Parker were outstanding through the middle of the ground. Joe Hallal wound back the clock with four goals for the Tigers and Michael Herbert and Josh Stokes worked tirelessly. Justin Van Unen booted 11 goals and moved to 83 for the season after his side Mt Eliza smashed Chelsea on Saturday, 22.19 (151) to 6.3 (39). The Redlegs booted 10 goals to five in the first half and kicked 12 goals to

one in a dominant second hour. Rohan Heasley and Dave Barton were at their best through the middle of the ground. Todd Gardiner booted two goals for the Gulls and James Sivijs was tireless also. Bonbeach was forced to work hard to get the four points against Karingal. It was a tight first half and only 12 points separated the sides at half time. Through the likes of Daniel Smith in his 300th game and Mark Tyrell, as well as Chris Bryan at full forward with five goals, the Sharks were able to get on top. The margin was 29 points at three quarter time and the final score was 18.16 (124) to 5.8 (38). Karingal didn’t score a goal in the second half, despite the efforts of Hadley Tomamichel and Aaron Paxton.

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