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Seaford athletes have returned to RF Miles Reserve after the completion of works worth over $9 million. See story page 10. Picture: Supplied

Starting dates set for rail disruptions Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au COMMUTERS face months of rail and road disruptions while work is completed at Edithvale, Chelsea, and Bonbeach stations. The three stations will close for reconstruction from 25 July, and will not reopen until November.

Buses will replace trains between Mordialloc and Frankston and Stony Point from 25 July until 2 August, then from 13 September until November. During the six weeks in between those two closure periods, trains will run express through the three stations. Road closures and other disruptions are also expected at Edithvale Road, Argyle Avenue, and Bondi Road from

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July to October. The level crossing removal at Bondi Road, Bonbeach, will be the 50th completed by the state government. By the end of this year the level crossings at Edithvale Road and Lochiel Avenue in Edithvale, Chelsea Road and Swanpool Avenue in Chelsea, and Bondi Road in Bonbeach will be gone. While the Frankston line work is

underway, the track will be lowered into trenches and three new stations will be built. Premier Daniel Andrews said the Level Crossing Removal Project crews had “done an outstanding job removing 46 level crossings to date and we’re thrilled to remove 50 level crossings by the end of 2021 – one year earlier than we promised.”

Acting transport infrastructure minister Ben Carroll said “we know the coming months will be disruptive and inconvenient for train passengers, road users and the local community as our teams work to remove these level crossings and we thank people for their patience while this important work is underway.” Continued page 8

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Car parking promises ‘not appropriate’ - audit FORMER Dunkley MP Chris Crewther on the campaign trail with treasurer Josh Frydenberg in 2019. Picture: Supplied

Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au SCRAPPED car parking expansions at Seaford and Kananook stations were not proposed by the Department of Infrastructure prior to the federal government announcing it would build them in the leadup to the 2019 election. The Auditor-General has completed a review of the Urban Congestion Fund scheme. The fund was used by the federal government to promise the construction of car parks Australiawide in the leadup to its re-election. The Auditor-General’s report has revealed that just two of the 47 identified sites have been completed as of 31 March this year. It also revealed that none of the sites were proposed for funding by the department itself. The audit summary read “the selection of 47 commuter car park sites for funding commitment were decisions of government taken over the period January to July 2019 and effected in 38 cases (81 per cent) by the written agreement of the Prime Minister to a written request from ministers, effected in seven cases (15 per cent) by the election commitment process, and in two cases (four per cent) the department had not evidenced how the funding commitment was effected, beyond email advice from the minister’s office and a media announcement by the Prime Minister.” “There was not appropriate engagement with state and council delivery partners to identify candidate projects

by the department. The limited engagement that did occur was by the minister’s office with some states and by parliamentarians or candidates with some councils. The associated risk of selecting projects that were not feasible given site constraints or costs, or were not supported or co-funded by the intended delivery partner, was re-

alised in some cases,” it read. “Neither the department’s advice nor the recorded reasons for selection outlined each project’s merits against the investment principles or how each project would contribute to achieving the policy objective of the UCF. As a result, there is little evidence to demonstrate that the selection of com-

muter car park projects was based on assessed merit against the investment principles or achievement of the policy objective.” Earlier this year, the federal Liberal government scrapped plans to build car parking at Seaford and Kananook train stations. In response to questions sent by The Times to the office

of urban infrastructure minister Paul Fletcher when the project was abandoned, a spokesperson said “based on advice from the Victorian government and local councils, the Commonwealth has withdrawn funding from a small number of projects where the Victorian government or relevant local council has advised that the project cannot be delivered with the funding committed or where there was no feasible site or design options. This includes the Seaford and Kananook commuter carparks.” “The funding that had been committed for both Seaford and Kananook commuter carparks specifically will be redirected to the construction of an alternative carpark along the same rail line following advice from both the local and state governments,” the spokesperson said (“Scrapped car park plans a broken promise, The Times, 25/5/21). The most recent federal budget topped up funding for announced car parking plans at Frankston Station. To read the full audit summary visit anao.gov.au/work/performance-audit/ administration-commuter-car-parkprojects-within-the-urban-congestionfund

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COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR Sponsored by Frankston Arts Centre

JULY Although some of these events and support groups may not be meeting due to current restrictions (COVID-19), this page still contains the email or phone contacts for these important services. Essential Oil Workshops Women’s Wellbeing 21 July - 7pm. Sleep oils 18 Aug - 7pm. Toxic free cleaning 15 Sept - 7pm. All workshops $10. Booking 9783 5073. Orwil St Community House, 16 Orwil St, Frankston Peninsula Youth Orchestra Rehearsals Wedensday evenings during school terms 5.30pm to 7.00pm at the Ebdale Community Centre, Frankston. Primary and Secondary string, woodwind and brass instrumental students welcome. For more info visit www.peninsulayouthmusicsociety.org.au Probus - Seaford Looking for fun, friendship and fellowship? The Probus Club of Seaford is seeking new members. We meet the 2nd Thursday of the month at The Pines Football Club, cnr Forest Dr & Messmate St, Frankston North. For more info Johanne: 0419 326 085.

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Probus - Carrum Downs Want to seek fun, friendship, and fellowship? Come and join Probus Carrum Downs, which meets every second Wednesday of the month. For more information, contact Marilyn: 0414 826 373 or Annette: 0428 027 925 Dutch Card Club New members wanted. Playing Klaverjassen every Wednesday from 11.30 am - 4pm in the Community Hall - Kings Close, Frankston North. Contact Jan: 97709075 Seaford Senior Citizens Club Broughton St. Seaford. 50 Plus. We are open 5 days a week and offer many activities. Mon 11am-3pm. bingo. Tues 10am-3pm. rummikub, mahjong, card making. Wed 10am-3pm. canasta, indoor carpet bowls. Thurs 11.30am-3pm. new horizons, women’s social club. Fri 10am-3pm. 500 card group & 12.30pm-3pm indoor carpet bowls.Details Rosemary 0400 610 845 or Jeana 0430 999 741 Frankston Food Swap 2nd Saturday of the month at 1pm. Swap your excess vegies, homemade foods or seedlings. Kareela Café, 53 Kareela Rd, Frankston East Frankston Over 55s Club 200 Beach St Frankston. Mon: Melodies 1pm - 3pm Tues: carpet bowls 12pm - 3pm Wed: 9.30am -11am gentle exercise class, craft/chat group 12pm – 3pm. Rummikub 1pm – 3pm Fri: line dancing 10am – 12pm. Sat: carpet bowls 12pm – 3pm. Sun: bingo from 12.45pm and carpet bowls every 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month Details Pearl 97660290 or Joy 9789 0498

Frankston Hockey Club is a family friendly sporting club for people of all abilities and ages. Juniors, seniors and masters teams available. New players welcome. Training on Wednesday and Thursday nights. Visit frankstonhockeyclub.com to find out more. Peninsula Women’s Hockey Association Dust off your hockey stick & come and join the PWHA (Peninsula Women’s Hockey Association) who play at Monash University grounds at Frankston throughout the year on a Monday night. Friendly, fun but competitive and a mix of skills and ages range from 13 to 70+. A great way to burn off some of those Covid kilos enjoying affordable outdoor exercise! Contact rebekahkh@hotmail.com to express interest or request a chat/more information. Precision & Leisure Marching Aust Inc. We are a masters aged marching team, based in Frankston, and are looking for interested ladies in the over 30 age group to join us for competitive and leisure marching. Experience is not necessary. For further details contact Jane 0488213212. U3A Frankston Returning to Karingal Place We are returning for limited face to face classes at Karingal Place from 1st February. Enrolments for classes and new members available online from 18th January. Please go to our website u3af.org. au for further information. Looking forward to welcoming you back. Family Drug Support – Frankston Non-religious, open meetings for those impacted by someone’s drug and/or alcohol use. Talk/listen in a non-judgemental, safe environment. Wednesday fortnightly, 6pm at Frankston Hospital, 2 Hastings Rd. Meetings are free. Further details phone Chloe 0448 177 083 Frankston & District Stamp Club Not sure what to do with your old stamp collection? Come along and meet our friendly club members, always available for help and advice. We meet at 7.00 pm on the third Thursday each month at Belvedere Community Centre, 36 Belvedere Road, Seaford. Enquiries 5995 9783. Royal Naval Association, Port Phillip Bay Branch. We are aligned with the Frankston Naval Memorial Club and meet at 11.30 on the Second Sunday of each month at our premises in Langwarrin South for meals, drinks, raffles, presentations, dancing on occasions and the odd video show. We also welcome associate members from the Army and Air Force from both the UK, Australia and elsewhere both married or single. We publish a monthly newsletter circulated by email or snail mail to all members so why not come and join us for good company and a generally good time. Please contact the Branch Secretary, Mike Murphy on mhhart42@gmail.com or 0449 070842 for further details. South End Spirit Basketball The Peninsulas newest community based basketball club South End Spirit is looking for players of all ages to join us in the Chelsea Basketball Competition. Contact Nicola on enquiries@southendspirit.com.au for more info Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society Public Stargazing Hear inspiring talks, view stars, planets, clusters and galaxies through our powerful telescopes at 8pm on the 1st Friday of every month at The Briars dark-sky observatory. Melway ref 151 E1. Bookings are essential. Small fee payable. Details www.mpas.asn. au or phone 0419 253 252. Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/mpas0/

Try Croquet Est in 1947, The Frankston Croquet Club prides itself on social recreation, healthy activity and friendly competitions. Open Tues, Thurs & Sat. from 9am to 3pm. Equipment supplied, flat soled shoes required. Enquires to Fay 97837340 Little Hands Playgroup Lead by dedicated volunteers, children aged 0-5 years and their parent/carer enjoy free play, craft activities, music, singing and story time. Tuesdays during school term, 10am-12pm, Frankston Forest Baptist Church, 43 Monterey Blvd Frankston North. Details: playgroup@frankstonbaptist.com.au or 9013 0483 IBS/FODMAP Sensitives Support and Self-Help Association Suffering bloat, pain, foggy-thinking. Chronic foodrelated gut dysfunction. Food sensitivities. Guidance through self-diagnosis of specific food intolerances, resolution, recipes. Face-face forums, individual, small group sessions. No cost. SASHA 0422 918 074 or 0407 095 760 Family History Melb PC Users Group, Mornington, Family History and DNA. We meet at the Mornington Information Centre every 3rd Monday for Family History and every last Wednesday for DNA (research) Q&A, Information, Presentations. www.melbpc.org.au/ sigs/mornington-peninsula-sig/family-history Contact Colin 0417 103 678 Seaford SASH Weight Loss Club Ladies only self-help group. Our ladies are welcoming and encourage each other each week in a non-judgemental way. Weigh-in Tuesday mornings from 8am-10am. Meeting closes approximately 10:30am. St Luke’s Church Hall, 64 William Rd, Carrum Downs. Call Monica Hernandez: 0438 004 058 Peninsula Activities Group Friendship Club meets every third Friday of each month at Uniting Church Hall, High Street, Frankston. Meet at 10.00 for 10.30 start. After meeting stop and have a cup of coffee/tea and a chat. Contact Joana 9775 2304. Southern Sounds Chorus Ladies - want to learn to sing? You’ll make great music and great friends by joining us. No previous experience required. Tues 7pm St Jude’s Primary School hall, Warrandyte Rd, Langwarrin. Call Maree 0411844572 (membership) & Penny 0402063563 (bookings) Volunteers Wanted Enveco Health is an innovative social enterprise aiming to assist those with mental ill-health live independently in the community and to recover in a supportive non-clinical environment. We’re currently seeking volunteers to get involved in this innovative project. If you would like to know more visit www.enveco.org.au, and send us a message. Dog Lovers Walking Group Tuesdays at 8:30 am & 9:30 am, also Thursdays at 9:30 am. Join us for friendship, fun and exercise for dogs and owners. At Baxter Park (Near Tennis Courts). Great for puppies. Regular social events as well. Contact Suzanne on 9789 8475 Frankston Prostate Support Group The support group meets on the last Thursday of each month at 10am 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)

Are you a Breast Cancer survivor? If so come and join us for a paddle in our Dragon Boat. We offer 3 ‘come and trys’ before joining our club. The 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at Patterson Lakes, Carrum For fun, fitness and friendship. Call Marilyn 0433 114 338 or Lyndsay 0425 743 455. Frankston Parkinson’s Peer Support Group Meets in the Bridget Clancy room at St John of God hospital, from 10 am on the 3rd Monday of each month to listen to speakers, share information and socialise. More info available from Karen 0412 979 902 or Glenys 0437 956 305. National Seniors Australia Frankston branch meets on the last Wed of each month at Francis Xavier Hall, Davey Street, Frankston. We meet at 10 am for a cup of tea or coffee, followed by meeting at 10.30 am. For further info - Marion: 9776 6648. Frankston CWA Looking for members from the age of 10 for our junior group, meets the first Sat per month from 1-30pm and there is also craft on Wed mornings from 9-30am. Details call Jenny: 041051930 Frankston Ladies Probus Meets every second Thursday of the month at 2 Logan St. Frankston. 10am - noon. We have a guest speaker at each meeting. Throughout the month we have lunches, day trips, chat/coffee mornings, etc. Ring Jo for more info. 0400514212 Frankston North Men’s Forum A forum for food, health and community. First Tuesday of each month, 6:00pm-8:00pm Frankston North Community Centre, 26 Mahogany Avenue, Frankston North. Free hot meal, coffee and tea; chat and chew with like-minded chaps Further details contact Bill on 97862710 Polio Have you or do you know anyone who had polio or is now experiencing after effects of polio? Please come to our support group meeting held at 11am on the second Saturday of each month at the Information Centre, Main St, Mornington. Enquiries: 5981 2540 JP Locations National & International documents inc affadavits, stat decs & cert copies signed FREE of charge at police stations on the Peninsula. Frankston weekdays 10am to 3pm. Carrum Downs: Mondays & Thursdays 5pm to 7pm. Ph: 1300365567. Frankston Masters Athletics Club Meets every Thursday 7pm at Ballam Park Athletics Track, Frankston. Sprints, middle distance and distance events. Come along and join us in a supportive and fun environment. All abilities welcome. Phone Frances 0405 474472

COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR The next Community Event Calendar will be published 3rd August 2021 Email your free listing to communityevents@mpnews.com.au by 28th July 2021

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Arts Centre hosts open exhibition Dunkley Liberals line up 20 years and was twice runner-up on the reality TV program, Survivor. Ms Kmetj, originally from Ukraine, lives outside the Dunkley electorate in Mount Martha and is a self-employed business manager. None of the Liberal hopefuls could provide comments due to the preselection rule which prohibits nominees from revealing information to the media before they’ve been selected. The preselection is due to happen imminently providing there are no further delays due to lockdowns or rescheduled Victorian Liberal Party council meetings. In March, $7 million car parking expansions at Kananook and Seaford stations announced by Mr Crewther in May 2019 were abandoned by the federal government. Ms Murphy said last week that the car parks were “just an attempt at a political fix, never to be delivered”. Joseph Misuraca and Keith Platt

FORMER Liberal Dunkley MP Chris Crewther wants the chance to regain the seat he lost to Labor’s Peta Murphy at the 2019 election. Mr Crewther succeeded fellow Liberal Bruce Billson in 2016 but failed to hold onto the seat that had been held by Mr Billson for 20 years. Mr Crewther is now one of four Liberals seeking preselection for Dunkley. The other contenders are Donna Hope, Sharn Coombes and Chrestyna Kmetj. Ms Hope (formerly Mrs Bauer) was the state MP for Carrum until 2014, when she lost her seat to Labor’s Sonya Kilkenny. She unsuccessfully contested the seat in 2018 and has since been working as a Jetstar flight attendant and staffer for federal MP, Katie Allen. Ms Coombes, who is soon to move to live in the Dunkley electorate, has been a criminal barrister for more than

LOCAL artists can go in the running for a $1000 prize through the Frankston Arts Centre’s Open Exhibition. This year’s theme is Change, inspired by the events of the last 18 months. Competition winner in 2019, Karina Laird, said “it was great to have my work seen and recognised by others. It has encouraged me to continue photographing things I love. It’s a great feeling to get your work out of the house and into a supportive environment like the Frankston Arts Centre.” Ms Laird will hold a solo exhibition at the Arts Centre later this year, opening on 4 November. Online applications for the open exhibition close 11 July. Entry fee $16. The open exhibition display will open on 30 July 6pm to 8pm. For more information visit artscentre.frankston. vic.gov.au/Whats-On/Art-Exhibitions/ Competition-FAC-Open-ExhibitionChange

Labor ‘wins’ in boundary change the normally solid Liberal peninsula with the election in 2019 of Chris Brayne in Nepean, sees his margin clipped from 0.9 per cent to 0.6 per cent. Mornington, held by Liberal David Morris since November 2006, remains unchanged at 5 per cent. In neighbouring Frankston, Labor’s Paul Edbrooke sees his margin increase from 9.7 per cent to 10.2 per cent. Keith Platt

CHANGES to state electoral boundaries see Labor as having a small winning margin in two of the Mornington Peninsula’s three seats. However, both major parties have reduced margins in seats they already hold on the peninsula. Hastings, held by Liberal Neale Burgess since 2006, has swung 1.5 per cent to Labor, changing Mr Burgess’s 1.1 per cent winning margin to a 0.4 per cent loss in Labor’s favour. Labor, which gained a foothold on

2019 Frankston Arts Centre open exhibition winner Karina Laird. Picture: Supplied

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Vaccine rollout is ramping up Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au COVID-19 vaccinations will now be available to people under age 40 in Australia. Before this week, Pfizer jabs were available to over 40s and AstraZeneca had been offered to those more than 60 years of age. After a national cabinet meeting last week, AstraZeneca jabs will become available to people under 60. A professional indemnity scheme will be established for GPs who administer the AstraZeneca vaccine. Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced the measures in a press conference last Monday. “We will be implementing a new no fault indemnity scheme for general practitioners who administer COVID-19 vaccines. So this relates to encouraging Australians to go and chat to their GP about their vaccination and to have their vaccination administered,” he said. “The [Australian Technical

Advisory Group on Immunisation] advice talks about a preference for AstraZeneca to be available and made available to those as preferred for those over 60. But the advice does not preclude persons under 60 from getting the AstraZeneca vaccine. And so if you wish to get the AstraZeneca vaccine, then we would encourage you to go and have that discussion with your GP and we’ve already made announcements to support those additional consultations with the GPs so you can have that conversation. “We are also providing the indemnity scheme for those general practitioners so they can actively engage with you and you can make the best decision for your health.” There is very low risk of rare blood clots, thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome, occurring as a result of the AstraZeneca jab. ATAGI says that the estimated risk of TTS from the first jab is around 3.1 in 100,000 for under 50s. The rate of death from the few that

do get TTS is even smaller, three per cent. Mr Morrison also announced that COVID-19 jabs would become mandatory for residential aged care workers as a condition of working. Workers must have at least one dose of a vaccine by September this year. “The Commonwealth will work together with the states to ensure compliance with those orders because we have those direct relationships and reporting relationships with the aged care providers,” he said. “We want to make sure that this won’t have a negative impact on available workforce and to support that, the Commonwealth has decided today and I’ve signed off on implementation of an $11 million grant program to encourage residential aged care facilities to provide staff with leave to get vaccinated.” COVID-19 outbreaks at aged care facilities had fatal consequences last year. An outbreak at Bupa Edithvale claimed 17 lives after 44 residents contracted the virus.

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The IF Pop-Up Program is an urban renewal project designed to activate vacant properties in Frankston’s city centre by offering short term tenures to creatives, makers and entrepreneurs to bring their inspired small business ideas to life.

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Attack leaves victim injured A MAN has been left with serious facial injuries after an unprovoked attack on a Frankston line train. The victim, a 51-year-old man, had got onto a city bound train at Frankston at around 1.50am on 28 March. Police say he was assaulted while the train was between Frankston and Kananook stations. The victim was treated for serious injuries at the hospital. Police are now asking for public assistance

to find the perpetrator. They have released images of a man (pictured above) they think can help with their investigation. In a statement, Victoria Police said “the male is perceived to be Caucasian, in his early 20’s, with short brown hair and was wearing a white and black hoodie, grey pants and white shoes.” Anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or file a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com. au.

Hit-run death

Train assault

A MAN is dead after an alleged hit-run in Cranbourne North. At around 1.40am, 1 July, a motorcyclist was hit by a car on Thompsons Road near the intersection of Lansell Drive. Witnesses stopped to help the motorcycle rider, but the 26-year-old man died at the scene. The silver Holden Commodore allegedly involved in the collision was found later in the day unoccupied on Lyall Street, Hastings. At 4pm, police arrested a 30-year-old Toora man at Frankston train station. Police say that the driver of the car briefly stopped but did not assist the victim before leaving. The arrested man was taken into police custody to assist with their enquiries. Police are asking anyone with information or dashcam footage to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report via www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

A MAN is wanted over an alleged sexual assault on the Frankston line, 5 May. Transit Safety Division Criminal Investigation Unit detectives are investigating the incident, which occurred in the city loop. An image of a man police believe can help them with their enquiries has been released (below). Anyone who recognises him can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Incident number 210153127.

Airlifted after crash

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A MOTORCYCLIST was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after a crash in Carrum Downs, 1 July. A car and motorbike collided at the intersection of Frankston-Dandenong Road and Centenary Street just after 5.30pm. The motorcyclist, a 61-year-old man from Carrum Downs, had to be airlifted to hospital for treatment on life-threatening injuries. The driver of the car, a 44-year-old woman from Seaford, stopped to assist and is now helping police. Any witnesses or anybody with dashcam footage can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report via www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

A PERMANENT national firearms amnesty has been announced in a bid to get illegal weapons off the street. The amnesty was launched on 1 July. A statement on the police eyewatch Facebook page read “today Crime Stoppers Victoria has launched Australia’s first permanent national firearms amnesty in partnership with Australian Department of Home Affairs. The national amnesty gives people the opportunity to make the right call and hand in any unwanted or illegal firearms, or parts of ammunition on their own terms – anonymously and without fear of prosecution.” For more information visit crimestoppers. com.au/firearmamnesty/

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PARC opens THE Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre has reopened after the recent Victorian lockdown. The centre had to shut on 28 May in line with coronavirus restrictions. From 25 June, pool memberships resumed and all services started back up again. Peninsula Leisure CEO Kath Thom said “capacity has moved from 50 for the entire building to 300 people per indoor space. We know members and visitors can’t wait to return and we’re looking forward to seeing more people using our state-of-theart facilities and the many programs on offer to help people achieve their fitness goals.” “We are still required to adhere to the one person per 4 metres squared density limit, so some smaller rooms will need to accommodate fewer people,” she said. Pre-bookings are no longer required for the gym or swim sessions. The playground and waterslides have also reopened, as have the sauna and steam areas. Swimming lessons resumed on 26 June.

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on Wednesday 7 July from 10am to 1pm. Frankston MP Paul Edbrooke said “this important partnership between council, the Victorian Government and key organisations places Jobs Victoria Advocates in Frankston community spaces where they will offer face-to-face support to job seekers. Jobs Advocates will provide tailored, personalised support to ensure nobody in our community is left behind in the recovery from COVID-19.” Frankston mayor Kris Bolam said “Jobs Victoria Advocates will be working throughout the Frankston community, to offer practical, face to face support to jobseekers, people seeking a career change, or advice for training pathways. Jobs Victoria Advocates will help people to navigate employment and training services via proactive outreach, connecting with people in libraries, community centres, public housing foyers, shopping centres and other public spaces.” For more information email job. advocates@frankston.vic.gov.au or phone 9768 1387.

Road users affected by rail works Continued from page 1 Road users will have to contend with disruptions in the coming months. The following level crossings will be closed: Chelsea Road will close permanently on Sunday 19 July, Argyle Avenue will close from Wednesday 21 July to early October, Bondi Road will close from Friday 23 July to early October, Edithvale Road will close from Sunday 25 July to early October, and Swanpool Avenue will close permanently on Wednesday 29 September. Thames Promenade will be extended to the Nepean Highway as part of the project, to allow a direct connection to the Mornington Peninsula Freeway and in-progress Mordialloc

Freeway. The state government is spending $3 billion in total on the Frankston line, building 12 new stations and removing 18 level crossings. The removal of two level crossings at Glenhuntly by 2024 will make the Frankston line level crossing free between Flinders Street and Moorabbin Station. Mordialloc MP Tim Richardson said “removing these dangerous and congested level crossings and building three new stations will improve train services and cut commute times for rail passengers, drivers, cyclists and pedestrians — in the process making Edithvale, Chelsea and Bonbeach

even better places to live.” Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny said “this has been an outstanding effort by the project team to remove all five level crossings at once – I thank travellers for their patience, but the benefits once they’re gone for good will be worth it.” To see full details on what works will take place and when, visit bigbuild.vic.gov.au FOUR lift shafts, each weighing roughly 15 tonnes, were put into their new home by crane recently at Bonbeach and Chelsea stations. Picture: Supplied

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Seaford sports clubs return home SPORT has returned to RF Miles Reserve. The Seaford sporting ground is back in action after redevelopment works. Players returned to the ground to play last month. The ground is home to Seaford Football Netball Club and Seaford Cricket Club. Work to redevelop the ground began in April 2020. The ground had been taken over by level crossing removal works. The finished project cost $9.147 million. Works included building a two-storey pavilion, a larger oval, a new netball court, new cricket nets, car parking, oval lighting, a scoreboard, and a coaches box.

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Submarine seeks less troubled waters Stephen Taylor steve@baysidenews.com.au THE stricken Otama submarine is likely to be towed closer into the shallows at Crib Point to stop it sinking in deeper water. Port of Hastings tenders were last week working alongside the former HMAS Otama last week to stabilise it before it could be moved. A source close to the vessel’s owner, the Western Port Oberon Association, told The News that Parks Victoria had issued an order for the Otama to be moved by Thursday (8 July). The expectation is that tugs will move the stricken 1500 tonne vessel to just north of the Crib Point jetty, nudging it into about one metre of water. “It will probably lie there for another 20 years,” the source said. “It’s already cost the state about $1 million, including last week’s rescue efforts,” the source, who did not want to be identified, said. Parks Victoria’s regional director marine and maritime Jo Richards on Friday 2 July said plans were “underway to transfer the vessel to a nearby shallow mooring that will help mitigate the risk of sinking in deep water whilst options for the future of the vessel are considered”. “It is too early to confirm the costs or the future of the vessel as this is a complex issue requiring careful and detailed planning,” Ms Richards said. “Our resourcing efforts are currently focussed on making the vessel safe and minimising any immediate risks to the public and environment.

LIFELINES for the stricken submarine Otama as it lists dangerously off Crib Point. "We will continue working with the owner of the vessel and the Commonwealth on the relocation and future of the Otama." Ms Richards said stabilising the sub-

marine with inflatable fenders “could allow the association to work through options for the vessel’s future in light of its obvious deterioration”. Wild weather in mid-June caused a

“catastrophic failure of a ballast tank” causing the Otama take in water and Maritime Safety Victoria to enforce a 200-metre exclusion zone around the 1978 vessel it warned was at risk of

“capsizing or sinking” (“Submarine’s list poses hazards” The News 29/6/21). The Oberon-class submarine, brought to Western Port from Western Australia as a potential tourist attraction in 2003, is now 800 metres north of the Crib Point jetty. The association’s Max Bryant said an agreed two-stage plan would see the Otama stabilised and then moved closer to shore. “These issues are being undertaken and once they are in hand we will be in a better position to discuss the vessel’s future,” he said. Mr Bryant said a suitable in-shore mooring would require at least one metre of water under the sub’s keel. “There’s been a lot of discussion and there are a lot of angry people,” he said. “It’s had to come to this and now people want to talk to us. The association has so far been thwarted in its plans to use the Otama and the former pilot ship the Wyuna – now moored in Tasmania – as maritime attractions near the Hastings marina. Mr Bryant said Navy veterans over the years had shown an interest in using their skills and experience to maintain the vessels and, on the flip side, keeping busy and improving their emotional wellbeing. Mr Bryant said he had written to three Navy chiefs to canvas the idea of getting the “win-win program” off the ground but had heard nothing back. “That’s been pretty disappointing, particularly in that we are only a couple of kilometres from [Navy base] HMAS Cerberus,” he said.

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Mrs Robert’s son drowns at Dromana Compiled by Cameron McCullough ON Saturday last, the little six year old son of Mrs Roberts, of the Dromana Tea Rooms, was drowned at Dromana. The little fellow was seen near the pier in the afternoon, and the body was found next morning 300 yards away. His father was killed at the war. *** MR Joseph Unthank’s reply to “Retribution” come to hand this morning too late for publication in today’s issue. Appears next issue. *** MR Nankervis, stationmaster at Frankston, left this week for Sydney, where he will spend his annual holidays. Mr Nugent is the relieving officer. *** AT the Criminal Court yesterday, before Mr Justice Cussen, Allan Tevendale, aged 22, pleaded guilty to two charges of converting to his own use money which came into his possession as postal assistant at Frankston. He was sentenced to two months imprisonment, with hard labor, on each charge, the sentences to be concurrent. *** DEPOSITORS in the State Savings Bank are reminded by advertisement that the Inspector (Mr J. M. Corbet) will be in attendance at the bank on July 4th, for the annual inspection of passbooks. It is particularly desired that depositors should produce their passbooks at this time.

*** ON Saturday last, the little six year old son of Mrs Roberts, of the Dromana Tea Rooms, was drowned at Dromana. The little fellow was seen near the pier in the afternoon, and the body was found next morning 300 yards away. His father was killed at the war. *** FOR Children’s Hacking Cough Use Woods Great Peppermint Cure. *** THE Rev. E. Schweiger, of Christ Church, Essendon, who comes to Frankston on the 22nd inst. to assist Miss Dorathea Macmaster at her recital in aid of the Blind Institute, is an enthusiastic musician, and one of the ablest organisers in Victoria. Whilst the war waged, he arranged a number of concerts for the Red Cross fund, at which Madame Melba, Miss Florence Fawas, Madame Ashley, John Amadio, Signor Cachialli and a host of others assisted. As an Essendonian, Miss Macmaster took prominent parts as piano soloist and accompanist. Mr Schweiger hit on the happy idea of getting the Prince of Wales to nominate Christ Church a memorial church, and to authorise the calling of its tower, which is to hold Australia’s carillon, the Prince’s Tower. Mr Schweiger studied singing in Europe, but put aside his musical ambition to enter the church. Frankston folk will greatly appreciate his numbers. Of other items, and of the arrangements generally, more will be said

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*** A PLEASING function took place in the Frankton Mechanics’ Hall on Friday evening last, when the members of the Presbyterian Church entertained Miss Prosser at a social. The minister, Mr J. F. Bell, presided. Mr Nairn, of Somerville, Miss Dulcie Logan and Miss Dorethea Macmaster assisted in the programme, which was greatly appreciated. The chairman, in presenting Miss Prosser with a wallet of notes, referred to the very valuable assistance rendered by that young lady in her capacity as church organist. She was held in high esteem by church members, whose gift was intended to mark, in a small way, the depth of their appreciation. Mr Prosser feelingly responded on behalf of his daughter. Dainty refreshments were served during the evening. *** OWING to the non-arrival of trees, Arbor Day, which was to have been celebrated at the Frankston State school today, was postponed until Friday next. *** THE monthly meeting of the Frankston Progress Association was held last Tuesday evening. Mr H. Vicars (president), was in the chair. Correspondence was read relating to Kananook Creek, – the full text is published in another column. A resolution supporting same was carried. It was decided to ask the council

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SURREAL LANDSCAPES MORNINGTON Peninsula Regional Gallery exhibition ‘Surreal Landscapes’ explores the natural world through historic and political narrative. Curated by Danny Lacy and Rosie Weiss, the show includes newly commissioned work alongside select loans from Hayley Millar Baker, Nadine Christensen, Peta Clancy, Emily Ferretti, Tara Gilbee, Philip Hunter, Raafat Ishak, James Newitt, Emma Phillips, Christian Thompson AO. The works explore personal or historical narratives and embeds political and social commentary, for example, Indigenous photographer Peta Clancy’s powerful photographic-based works taken on a submerged indigenous massacre site in north

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west Victoria. The poignant and powerful works are showing now at MPRG until 22 August. Also showing at MPRG now until 22 August, is Rosie Weiss – Collected works, exploring our relationship with the natural world. In 2020, MPRG was successful with a Robert Salzer Foundation Acquisition Fund grant, administered by the PGAV, to acquire a suite of thirteen works on paper by Weiss. The Friends of MPRG supported the acquisition with matched funding, enabling MPRG to acquire key works that provide an overview of the artists’ practice from 1979 through to 2018.

TWO of Queensland’s best-loved actors, Barbara Lowing & Roxanne McDonald, are set to bring their original Australian contemporary theatre production of Rovers to Frankston Arts Centre in July. Rovers is a delightful and modern comedydrama that has had audiences around Australia laughing, crying and celebrating the imagination and heart of Australia’s trailblazing women. Woven from true stories and wild machinations, this is a fast-paced & poetic night at the theatre. If you have ever faced a seemingly insurmountable obstacle, had to keep a family secret or said yes to a crazy dare in a bar, then this funny, heart-warming and crackling ode to Australia, and the daring women she breeds, will be just your cup of tea.

Roxanne McDonald and Barbara Lowing get behind the wheel and navigate audiences into risky terrain, journeying through the heart-lines of their lives and into the hilarious, fun-loving misadventures of the women who made them who they are today. Presented by Belloo Creative and Critical Stages Touring, Rovers is part of Frankston Arts Centre’s 2021 Season. As a feminist collective of theatre makers, storytellers and artists who create theatrical and social experiences, Belloo Creative makes theatre to fire the imagination. Book now for an entertaining and heartfelt adventure with two of Australia’s finest actors in Rovers at Frankston Arts Centre on Tuesday 13 July, 7.30pm. Tickets at thefac.com.au or on 03 9784 1060.

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A Total Lack of Selfie Awareness By Stuart McCullough ONCE upon a time, people rarely photographed themselves. If they did, it was a complicated process that required buttons and timers and the kind of coordination and planning ordinarily reserved for launches of a space shuttle. But what was once an oddity is now ubiquitous. People photograph themselves all the time, perhaps more than anything else. But for those of us who grew up pointing a camera at objects other than ourselves, this is a challenge. I get it. Being able to take your own photo rather than pester bystanders is clearly part of human evolution. This kind of ‘selfie-sufficiency’ is to be applauded if not celebrated. But there’s a generation now who are probably under the impression that all photos are self-taken as opposed to taken by experts. When I was growing up, a ‘selfie’ was something you painted on a canvas and took about eight months. For those of us devoid of any artistic abilities whatsoever, this was a fruitless waste of time. Invariably, the results were little more than a gigantic smudge. Mind you, this smudge did look a lot like my passport photo, but I prefer to think that my efforts were unrepresentative rather than the more depressing possibility that they are eerily accurate. These days, they teach you how to take a selfie before you hit high school. Right after Phys Ed. Young people are total black belts in selfie-taking. Having completed my education in the pre-selfie era, my lack training is fully

evident. Not that I haven’t noticed that there are several skills you need to master the art of the selfie. One is sucking in your cheeks (easy enough). The one is the arm thrust where you stick your arm out so the camera is just

the right distance from your face. The random arm extension can be either harmless or have near fatal consequences, as I was to discover when one person enthusiastically extended her arm whilst she was seated

and I was standing in near proximity aboard a shuttle bus at an airport. Had I been able to speak after the resulting impact, I surely would have asked what value there was in taking a selfie whilst in a crowded shuttle bus. Cocking your head to the side to achieve the most flattering angle is also a big one. Nobody looks straight on. Nobody. Nothing will sooner reveal your selfie ineptitude that having your head on an even keel. To improve my results, I’ve tried cocking my head to the side to find a more flattering angle but I’m not sure any such angle exists. After several attempts, the angle I was using had become so extreme that all that was left was the curve of my neck and part of an ear. By the end, I was almost horizontal. Once, photos were taken either by your parents or trained professionals. They lurked at shopping centres and we lived in constant fear that one of our parental overlords would decide that an impromptu portrait might be a good idea. Against a light blue background, you would be required to stare off to the side, hand elegantly placed on the shoulder of a sibling. Were it not for lockdown, I’d be heading down to the nearest shopping centre to get one of these. I refuse to accept that a ‘selfie’ can’t be outsourced. Having to take a selfie has busted a number of myths for me. Previously, I thought that the reason my eyes were always closed in photographs was because the photographer and I were never in synch. Selfies have taught me that this is not the case. Even having eliminated the photographer from the equation, I still manage to produce

photos with my eyes closed, albeit on a more flattering angle. It’s as though pushing the button to take the picture and closing my eyes are two actions that are inextricably linked. The results were awful. Despite the fact that these were photos, they bore an uncanny resemblance to a Picasso painting. Things were not, anatomically speaking, where they should have been. I contemplated using an old trick favoured by ageing movie stars and rubbing some Vaseline on the lens, before deciding the five hundred gram jar I had was unlikely to be up to the job. Then I got desperate. I decided that I might get a better result if the snap was more candid and unexpected. I can only say that it’s very difficult to catch yourself off guard when taking a selfie. I’d walk into rooms only to be startled by the sight of my own arm leaping out of nowhere before an explosion of light. The results landed somewhere between alarmed and the kind of photo you might see of a celebrity immediately as they’re released from prison. At a certain point, you’ve got to concede. From the thirteen thousand or so attempts, I selected two that appeared almost semi-human and not very Picasso-like at all. They are, of course, set against a blue screen that I improvised using a bed sheet and I’m staring off the side in the middle distance, one hand hovering over an invisible shoulder. Sometimes you’ve got to stick with what you know. You can agree or disagree with this approach. But at least you get the picture. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

A TRIBUTE TO THE MUSICAL SENSATION BUDDY HOLLY DURING this dynamic two hour production show Scot Robin who played the lead role in the smash hit musical “Buddy”, (Original cast) together with his Crickets will perform over thirty of Buddy Holly’s hit songs such as - That’ll Be The Day, Heartbeat, Think It Over, Peggy Sue , Raining In My Heart, Rave On, Maybe Baby, True Love Ways and of course Oh Boy! & much much more. This Internationally Acclaimed production show has and will continue to mesmerise and excite audiences both visually and musically with it’s high energy performance, brilliant costumes and fantastic musicianship. Scot Robin has been receiving rave reviews and standing ovations worldwide for his superb portrayal of the legend that is Buddy Holly. 2021 will mark the 27th Anniversary of Scot Robin performing the role of the legendary rock n roll performer, Buddy Holly! He played the lead role of Buddy Holly in the smash hit musical "Buddy" The Buddy Holly story, (Original cast) Scot was cast by the West End Theatre Director from London and was the first Australian to perform the role and has performed the role of Buddy Holly over 1,000 times, and has received international acclaim for his portrayal of Buddy Holly. Scot has also performed in Buddy's home town of Lubbock Texas and has meet with Buddy's wife Maria Elena several times, and who flew out to Australia to see him perform the role of her late husband at Her Majesty's Theatre, Melbourne. This 60th anniversary tour will see the show perform Australia wide and as always... leave

the audience feeling as though they have witnessed the real thing!! Buddy Holly was one of the greatest pioneers of Rock and Roll music in the 50's, a career spanning only two short years that made a lasting impact on popular music and the world. Buddy Holly 60th Anniversary Celebration will be performed at the Frankston Arts Centre on Friday 23 July. Tickets are now on sale at thefac.com.au or on 03 9784 1060.

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By Brodie Cowburn FRANKSTON Bombers scored their best win for the season on Saturday by defeating top of the ladder Frankston YCW. The Stonecats have been the standout side in Division One this season, but were put on the back foot early. The Bombers rushed out to an early lead and held the Stonecats goalless in the first term. Frankston YCW hit the scoreboard in the second term, but the Bombers hit back. They didn’t let the Stonecats get too close to them all afternoon, and ended up winning 14.10 (94) to 8.11 (59). Alex Harnett, Harrison Prior, and Sam Drake were among the Bombers’ best. Jarrad Grant, Khan Haretuku, and Corey Buchan kicked two goals each. Despite the defeat, YCW remain on top of the ladder. Bottom of the ladder Edithvale-Aspendale nearly snatched a win on Saturday, but just couldn’t get over the line. Edithvale-Aspendale were matched up against Sorrento at Regents Park. The home side started well, and took a three goal lead into half time. Sorrento struck back with a

six goal third term. Both sides were evenly matched in the final quarter, but the Sharks just did enough to stay in front. After a hard fought contest Sorrento defeated EdithvaleAspendale 12.11 (83) to 12.13 (85). The Sharks have had a difficult year, but still remain in the top six by percentage. Nicholas Marston and James Hallahan were Sorrento’s best. Dromana copped a difficult loss at home last weekend. They fell just short of Bonbeach. The Tigers kicked two goals to zero in the first term, but fortunes changed in the second. The Tigers kicked just one behind in the second quarter and went into half time down by nine. Heading into the last quarter, Bonbeach led by one. Both teams kicked one goal each in the final term which meant Bonbeach took the four points. The final score read Dromana 6.4 (40) to Bonbeach 6.7 (43). Around the grounds Mt Eliza defeated Red Hill by three goals at Emil Madsen Reserve. Rosebud put on a good show at Olympic Oval, defeating Pines 15.12 (102) to 4.7 (31). Jai Nansacawen kicked five goals in a best-on-ground showing.

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By Brodie Cowburn TYABB are finally on the board in season 2021. The Yabbies took on Pearcedale at Pearcedale Recreation Reserve. They went into the game 0-10 for the year. Both sides looked evenly matched in the first half. Pearcedale went into half time up by a point. Tyabb were excellent in the second half. They managed to hold Pearcedale goalless, and scored six of their own to wrap up a well deserved win. Tyabb ended up victorious by 32 points 4.10 (34) to 10.6 (66). Luke Stanton kicked three goals for the Yabbies. Lachlan Cox also impressed. After a shock defeat the previous week, Langwarrin returned to the winner’s list with a good performance against Karingal. The Bulls struggled to hit the scoreboard at Lloyd Park. They put just three goals on the board all day. Langwarrin got the job done, defeating the Bulls 12.14 (86) to 3.6 (24). Luke Churcher was named best on ground for Langy.

Another premiership contender got a comfortable win on Saturday when Mornington defeated Hastings. The Blues struggled to score from one end of the ground all day. They were held goalless in the opening and third terms. The Bulldogs capitalised and scored a comfortable win 15.19 (109) to 6.14 (50). Jackson Calder kicked six, taking his goal tally for the season to 59. Adrian Speedy also played well. Rye managed to win a hard-fought match against Somerville last weekend. The Demons went into each break with a lead, but never by much. Somerville worked hard all day but ended up falling seven points short. Rye won 10.7 (67) to 8.11 (59). Tom Hughes’ three goals proved influential. A seven-goal haul from Damien Rayson was the highlight of the match between Crib Point and Seaford. The Tigers won by 90 points 4.16 (40) to 20.10 (130). A six goals to zero opening quarter helped Devon Meadows score a 13.12 (90) to 11.4 (70) win over Chelsea.

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By Brodie Cowburn MORNINGTON won their second match for the season on Saturday in a hard fought encounter against Mt Eliza. Both sides have struggled this season. The game was a good opportunity for each team to grab a win. The Bulldogs got on the front foot early with a two goals to zero opening term. Although they didn’t add another goal to the scoreboard for the rest of the day, they defended well and held on to win. The final score read 1.3 (9) to 2.5 (17). Skye Nisbet scored both of Mornington’s goals.

Tyabb took on St Kilda Sharks last weekend in what proved to be an evenly matched contest. Both sides traded blows in the first half, with the Sharks up by one point at half time. Tyabb trailed by three heading into the final term, but couldn’t do enough to win. St Kilda ended up running out winners 5.5 (35) to 3.0 (18). Rylee Geddes booted two goals for Tyabb. Paris Tracey also scored two for the Sharks. It was a tough day for the Frankston Football Club on Sunday. They succumbed to the Eastern Devils by 80 points. Seaford scored a good win, defeating Coburg Lions 34 - 23.

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By Craig MacKenzie MORNINGTON stayed in the hunt for a berth in next season’s prestigious NPL competition after Saturday’s 2-0 away win over Casey Comets. The Seagulls proved too strong with a goal in each half. A Milos Lujic header in the 34th minute put the visitors ahead and the second goal came from the penalty spot in the 73rd minute after Kane Bentley was fouled. Josh Hine had no problem converting. Many pundits believe that Mornington hasn’t played to its potential this year despite continuing its title tilt. After the match head coach Adam Jamieson acknowledged that the ladder leader had room for improvement. “That was the first time this season that we put 90 minutes together,” Jamieson said. “We know we’ve still got a lot to improve on but we are heading in the right direction.” In NPL2 Langwarrin had nothing to show from a second trip to CB Smith Reserve on Friday after its recent FFA Cup exit at that venue this time losing 1-0 to Moreland Zebras. The goal that settled the contest came two minutes into first half added time when a Nathan Tidmarsh cross from the left was bundled over the line at the second attempt by Josh Knight at the back post. Langwarrin was down to 10 men at the time as central defender Marcus Holmes was given a straight red in the 35th minute for fouling Dario Vidosic as Moreland broke quickly. Langwarrin left back Jaiden Madafferi was sent off in the 92nd minute after receiving a second yellow card. In State 2 Skye United stayed in the promotion mix with a resounding 5-1 home win over Knox City on Saturday. Six minutes in a well-worked team goal resulted in a classy Caleb Nicholes finish and five minutes later a Marcus Anastasiou cross found Mark

Seagulls celebrate: Mornington players enjoy the opening goal in Saturday’s 2-0 win over Casey Comets, left to right: Andy McIntyre, Wayne Gordon, Steve Elliott, Milos Lujic and Kane Bentley. Picture: Paul Seeley

O’Connor who doubled the lead. Shortly after Jonathan Crook celebrated his 100th straight senior appearance for Skye with a penalty save. In the second half an Anastasiou double, a Billy Painting own goal and another strike from outside the area by Nicholes completed the scoreline. Peninsula Strikers drew 2-2 away to Brandon Park last weekend giving up a 2-0 lead. Aaran Currie put Strikers ahead in the 6th minute when he chipped the keeper and in the 32nd minute Currie got onto a Jon Guthrie through ball and finished well. But Chris Kotsiras made it 2-1 in the 81st minute and in the 98th minute Luka Barrueto nabbed the equaliser. Strikers have lost Sam Luxford who signed with Richmond last week. In State 3 Frankston Pines lost its second league game of the season when it went down 1-0 to Ashburton United at Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve on Friday night. Lawrence Harding scored in the 78th minute and was sent off in the 91st min-

ute. Pines remain on top of the table 10 points clear of second-placed Brighton who lost 3-1 to local rival Hampton East Brighton. In State 4 Seaford United is still eyeing promotion and is second in the league after Saturday’s 2-0 away win over Springvale City. Harry McCartney reports that Seaford opened its account in the 30th minute when Tristan Stass headed back across goal to Dylan Waugh on the opposite post and the league’s leading scorer headed home from close range. In the 60th minute Waugh’s initial shot from inside the box was deflected and he was brought down when following up. Blake Hicks took the resultant penalty and sent the keeper the wrong way to extend the lead against the run of play. In the final analysis although Springvale had the better of Seaford for most of the match it couldn’t create enough quality chances and was forced into shooting from long range. Chelsea won the local derby at Ed-

player-coach Mark Pagliarulo volleyed home an inch-perfect cross from Dougie Cunnison a minute later. Aspendale keeper Matt Self made two excellent saves in the second half before his Rosebud counterpart Christopher Ogu-Chinonso made a costly error allowing James Macnab to restore Aspendale’s lead in the 54th minute. Rosebud kept pushing for the equaliser but a Kenan Nuhanovic shot from outside the area in the 74th minute settled the issue. Mount Martha lost 2-0 away to Casey Panthers but there were promising signs for the youngest side in the league as it continues to come to terms with competing at senior level.

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ithvale Recreation Reserve on Friday downing Baxter 2-1. Baxter was awarded a 15th minute penalty but Lachie McMinimee’s attempt was saved by Chelsea keeper Rhys Davies. Max Timuska-Carr put Chelsea ahead just before half-time with a long range strike that was deflected and Nathan Boccari made it 2-0 in the 70th minute after running onto a Piers Brelsford through ball and striking his shot in off a post. Charlie Parker’s reply for Baxter came in the 89th minute. Somerville Eagles lost 5-1 away to Endeavour United last weekend. Player-coach Dave Greening scored for Somerville to continue his battle with Seaford’s Waugh for league Golden Boot honours. In State 5 Aspendale Stingrays maintained their promotion momentum with a 3-1 home win over Rosebud last weekend. Noah Berends opened the scoring for Aspendale following an Adrian Pace corner in the 38th minute but Rosebud

Saturday 10 July, 3pm: Werribee City v Langwarrin – Galvin Park Mazenod v Mornington – Mazenod College Whitehorse Utd v Frankston Pines – Terrara Park Baxter v Endeavour Utd – Baxter Park Somerville Eagles v Springvale City – Tyabb Central Reserve Dingley Stars v Seaford Utd – Keeley Park Keysborough v Chelsea – Coomoora Reserve Mount Martha v Hampton Park Utd – Civic Reserve Aspendale Stingrays – Bye Saturday 10 July, 8.30pm: Rosebud v Mentone – Olympic Park Sunday 11 July, 5pm: North Caulfield v Peninsula Strikers – Caulfield Park

Streets of Avalon closes in on $2million HORSE RACING

By Ben Triandafillou SHANE Nichols is hoping to reach the $2 million mark with his star galloper Streets of Avalon this Spring. The dual Group One winner has won $1.83 million in prize money and currently holds the honour of being the highest prizemoney earner from Mornington (exclusive of Pinecliff, Mt Eliza). He heads the likes of Cedarbeg ($1.51mil), Self Sense ($1.49mil), Hollow Bullet ($1.46mil), Ethiopia ($1.26mil) and Pippie ($1.24mil). Despite verging on entering his seven-year-old season Morningtonbased trainer Shane Nichols believes

the gelded son of Magnus is going as well as ever. “I’m probably happier with him going into this Spring than I was last,” Nichols said. “We’re not aiming super high with him but we’d love to get him to the $2 million mark.” Following an identical preparation to last Spring, Streets of Avalon looks set to resume in the Group Three Bletchingly Stakes (1200m) in three weeks’ time. “He’ll be forward but he’ll have a little bit of improvement in him first-up,” Nichols said. “Last Spring, he was plagued with bad barriers and wet tracks so we’re hoping we can strike some drier surfaces this time

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