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Restrictions ramp up

This sign at the boat ramp carpark at Olivers Hill made it clear to all that facilities were closed.

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Public areas closed ‘until further notice’ Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au BOAT ramps, beaches, skate parks, and playgrounds have been closed around Frankston to stop people gathering during the COVID-19 pan-

demic.

A council statement on social media read “beach car parks and boardwalks remain open at this time, however their access will be reviewed as required. Thank you for your continued understanding and patience as we all endeavour to stop the spread of

coronavirus.”

The closures will continue “until further notice”. They came into place at 11.59pm, Monday 30 March.

The closures came as the state government implemented a two person limit on gatherings in a bid to slow the spread of coronavirus. On the

spot fines are enforceable by police to people in violation of the new rules.

Premier Daniel Andrews said “my message to every Victorian is that there are only four reasons to leave your home, food and supplies, medical care, exercise, and work or education. That’s why we are also restrict-

ing gatherings to no more than two people except for members of your immediate household and for work or education.”

On the spot fines of up to $1,652 for individuals and up to $9,913 for businesses are applicable if the new guidelines aren’t followed.

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Man dead after crash A MAN is dead after a crash on Peninsula Link, 3 April.

Police believe that a van and a four-wheel drive collided, causing the 4WD to crash into a truck near Robinsons Road, around 6.40am.

The sole occupant of the van died at the scene of the crash. The drivers

of the 4WD and the truck were taken to hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

The death takes the state’s road toll for 2020 to 69, up from 77 at the same time last year.

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GALLERY TALK Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery is currently closed to the public until further notice in response to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Even though the gallery doors are temporarily closed, we are continuing to share our collection, exhibitions, stories and children’s activities online.

We know this is a tough time for all of our creative communities across Australia.

Yet, art has the ability to give us hope and to offer respite during this challenging moment in time. We hope that many people at home are finding more time for creative pursuits and connecting with their loved ones.

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If you’re looking for ideas on how to keep the kids entertained, MPRG’s artisteducator Jill Anderson has created some creative tutorials using basic materials you should have at home. We also have a tutorial on how to do observational collage with artist, musician and animator Jerome Rush. Visit the ‘Creative Activities’ section of our website.

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Council okays cash for COVID-19 relief Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au

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MORE than $3 million of ratepayer money is set to be put aside by council to help people affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

On 30 March Frankston Council endorsed their draft annual budget, which will go out to public consultation before being given final approval. They agreed to put together a coronavirus care package with $3 million from their strategic reserves, and $370,000 reallocated from other projects and programs.

Council CEO Phil Cantillon wrote in the draft budget that “with the financial uncertainty surrounding the impacts of the coronavirus, council proposes to set aside a provision of up to $3 million once-off care package available from the 2020-2021 financial year.”

“Council will be in a better position to determine the needs of the municipality over the coming months and will consider what the priorities are to deliver services and infrastructure for the community,” he wrote. “These funds will be drawn down from council reserves that have been earmarked to deliver major projects in future years. This will not have a short term impact on the delivery of projects that were scheduled to be delivered in the long term infrastructure plan over the next four years.”

Council’s last annual report released at the end of the 2018/2019 financial year showed that council had just under $26 million in their strategic asset reserve.

Councillors also voted “to not apply any penalty interest for the remainder of the rating year which will be further reviewed over the next rating period, to suspend any legal action for the recovery of rates for the remainder of the rating year which will be further reviewed over the next rating period, and for those operators

that have closed and seek to resume business within three months after the emergency lockdown is lifted, provide free food registration and kerbside trading fees.” Refunds will be provided for food registrations and kerbside trading fees subsequent to operators closing, and rent will be waived for council commercial tenants until 30 June 2020.

Projects including a mural on the corner of

Station Street and Nepean Highway, Seaford, a moon and fairy lighting trial, boulevard tree planting, and electric box beautification had funds reallocated from them into the coronavirus care package. Removing funds from footpath constructions at Spruce St and Mitre Crescent was considered, but councillors vetoed it.

Cr Quinn McCormack advocated for the reallocation of money from other projects. She said the budget had been drafted “without considera-

Social distancing rules apply to prevent the spread of Coronavirus and save lives in our community.

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All travellers returning to Australia are now required to go into quarantine for 14 days in the city where their international flight lands.

Public gatherings, excluding household members or for work or education, have been reduced to a maximum of two people.

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COVID-19 cases close Coronavirus cases radiology clinic double in Frankston

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New visitor restrictions at hospital PENINSULA Health has revised its visiting rules to help stop the spread of coronavirus.

Visitors are no longer permitted to enter the Intensive Care Unit, Acute Medical Surgical Unit and Ward 5GN at Frankston Hospital.

Peninsula Health CEO Felicity Topp

said in a social media announcement that “with increasing numbers of patients coming into the organisation we are concerned for your safety and our staff’s safety.”

“We’ve made a very tough decision about ceasing all visitors to areas where we do have COVID-19 positive

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THE I-MED radiology clinic in Frankston has closed after staff members tested positive to COVID-19.

A joint statement issued last week

by I-MED Radiology CEO Dr Shrey Viranna and Chief Medical Officer Dr Ron Shnier read that “a number of our employees at Frankston Radiology have tested positive for COVID-19.”

“We have worked with the Department of Health and Human Services to ensure any patients who had experienced close contact with the employees were notified. In addition all employees who had experienced close contact have self isolated for 14 days and have been tested before recommencing work,” the statement read.

“As an essential healthcare service provider, I-MED Radiology is committed to maintaining our services to practitioners and patients during the current coronavirus pandemic. Our priority is also ensuring the safety of all patients and our clinical staff.

To this end we are following all guidelines issued by the Australian Department of Health for healthcare environments.

“Our procedure is to close the clinic while we conduct a full sanitisation and disinfection of the facility, at which point it will reopen and resume providing vital patient services.”

The statement read that “given the current environment an increasing number of healthcare workers will test positive to COVID-19 in the coming months.”

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A POLICE operation has been set up to enforce containment measures brought in to help halt the spread of COVID-19.

Police operation Sentinel has been set up to conduct spot checks on returning travellers, and enforce gathering bans. 500 police officers have been dedicated to the operation.

Victoria Police Deputy Commissioner Rick Nugent said “for police, it’s not just about fines or arrests but ensuring everyone in the community understands the serious risks associated with coronavirus and the importance of complying with the directions from the Chief Health Officer.”

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FRANKSTON Woolworths will operate under reduced hours to help provide home deliveries.

The Frankston branch will become a “priority delivery hub” and be open from 9am - 6pm each day.

Woolworths managing director Claire Peters said the extra hours would be used to catch up with increased demand for deliveries from the elderly and people with a disability, compromised immunity, or in mandatory isolation.

“Following an extraordinary level of demand for groceries in recent weeks, reducing trading hours in some of our stores to turn them into priority delivery hubs will help us assist more people who can’t access a store to get products they need,” she said.

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THE number of positive coronavirus cases in Frankston has doubled in the space of a week.

There have been 31 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the Frankston local government area as of 2 April. The total stood at 15 on 27 March.

In neighbouring municipalities, Mornington Peninsula Shire had 49 recorded cases. They were the equal second worst hit area in the state. The Kingston area had 16 positive cases, and the City of Casey had 31.

The statistics of positive COVID-19 cases have been provided by the Department of Health and Human Services.

There were 1036 positive coronavirus cases in Victoria as of 2 March.

Five people in the state had died.

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directed to return home, or charged on summons where a person repeatedly refuses to obey a direction or blatantly disregards the restrictions.

People can also face heavy fines,” he said.

“Already we have seen a degree of ignorance where people think it’s okay to just go out for breakfast or to see a friend when it’s absolutely not.

“We also want to take advantage of Operational Sentinel to engage with the community, provide any further education around current requirements, and do everything we can to protect the safety of all Victorians. It gives police the opportunity to check on the health and wellbeing of those in self isolation, and see if they need any further support such as medical assistance.

“So far, people are for the most part complying with the restrictions. We want to ensure that continues and people are showing each other the right amount of respect. People who ignore the restrictions are placing others at significant risk, which means more people will become infected.”

Gun found after chase TWO men have been arrested after police allegedly found a homemade firearm at a house after a pursuit.

Police attempted to intercept a car on Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs, just after midnight 1 April. The car did not pull over and led police to a house on Allied Drive, Carrum Downs.

Police arrested the two men at the house, and allegedly found a homemade firearm and a small amount of cannabis.

A 22-year-old Frankston man was one of the people arrested, and is currently in custody.

The second man was charged with breaching a community corrections order.

An important message from the Victorian Government

STAGE 3 RESTRICTIONS ARE NOW IN PLACE. That means there are only four reasons to be out.

Shopping for food and supplies that you need.

Exercise.

Medical care and caregiving.

Work and education – if necessary.

Stay informed at coronavirus.vic.gov.au

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COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR Sponsored by Frankston Arts Centre

APRIL Although these events and support groups are not meeting due to the COVID 19 virus, this page still contains the email or phone contacts for these important services.

Easter Art Show Fri 10 Apr - Mon 13 Apr Showcasing a broad range of artistic works in a variety of media. Opening night Fri 10 Apr 7pm9.30pm, tickets $40 www.trybooking.com/BIMGA Sat-Sun 10am-5pm & Mon 10am-2pm entry $5 at the door. Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron 2900 Pt Nepean Rd, Blairgowrie facebook.com/byseasterartshow Western Port Craft Expo Sat 18 Apr, 10am – 4pm Our 9th annual Craft Event will be held at Hastings Community Hub, 1973 Frankston/Flinders Road, Hastings. Lots of interesting craft stalls, plus workshops and talks. Refreshments & barista coffee available. Crafts for kids & charity crafting to see.

Entry $5 adults, $2 for school age children.

See www.wpcraftexpo.com or ph 0477 149 734 or 5979 1237.

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 Voices of Frankston Choir We welcome new singers to come along and enjoy the friendship and support that this all-inclusive choir provides. We meet every Wednesday morning at 10am at High St Uniting Church Frankston. Lunch is provided. Contact Trudi 0406678261 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 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

Frankston YCW Cricket Club Players Required Season 19-20 All ages required.

67R Frank St, Frankston. Enquiries to frankstonycw@club.cricketvictoria.com.au or phone 0413 751 923 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.

Angling Club Snapper Point Angling Club is looking for new members. For a short time all joining fees will be waivered so why not come along to one of our monthly meetings, fishing comps or just an excursion. Experience the friendly comradery between like-minded fishos and swap some of those legendary stories. Website spac.org.au or call Russ on 0418320314 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 Jennyne for details 0438783475 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 Social Twilight Tennis Come along after daylight saving starts and enjoy social tennis every Monday at 6.00pm onwards at Belvedere Park Tennis Club, East Road, Seaford. $5.00 Non members.

Enquiries Kerry 0412712328 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 Mornington Peninsula Veterans Cricket Missing active cricket & looking for some exercise?

Join the growing trend of former and current cricketers, now over 60, who are re-establishing their cricketing skills. We play matches every Sunday and mid week so there are plenty of opportunities to have a game of cricket in a wonderful social atmosphere. For more info please call Michael 0407 823619 or Ian 5975168 or email mbou2030@bigpond.net 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

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 Chris Francis 0416046953 Sequence (Board Game) Looking for people who may be interested in playing Sequence with a group of people. Happy to teach new players. For details call Alan on 0429 429 296 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 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 Food Swap 2nd Saturday of the month at 1pm Swap your excess vegies, homemade foods or seedlings. Kareela Café, 53 Kareela Rd, Frankston 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 Mornington Peninsula Welsh Ladies Choir Every Sunday 7pm. Join our happy and supportive group of choristers singing in both Welsh and English. You don’t need to be Welsh or speak Welsh. We rehearse in the Uniting Church High St Frankston. Call Helen 0424 719 291 for info about joining, email mpwlc@gmail.com or just come along to a rehearsal and you will be warmly welcomed.

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 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)

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 Dog Park The Langwarrin Community Centre needs support to allow a purpose-built disabled friendly and fenced Dog Park in Langwarrin. Please support this fully funded dog park project by signing a petition at Langwarrin Community Centre or Harcourt’s Langwarrin.

Peninsula Activities Group We welcome visitors to join in outings & trips. Meets in High Street Frankston for a cuppa and nibbles, book future activities and hear a speaker of interest.

Joana 9775-2304.

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.

Alcoholics Anonymous - Mornington Peninsula Do you need help to stop drinking? You’re not alone, contact us now on our 24 hour helpline 1300 880 390 or find a local meeting at www.aatimes.org.au/meetings 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.

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/ 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.

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 5th May 2020 Email your free listing to communityevents@mpnews.com.au by 29th April 2020

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LETTERS

Coronvirus situation gives us a chance to rethink If you have ever seen the film The day the Earth stood still you will probably find similarities between it and the world at present. Now is the time to rethink our situation brought on by COVID-19.

The planes have stopped, rampant consumerism has slowed, the importance of Australian made goods is obvious and the concept of national sovereignty, but national co-operation is clear.

The Earth has breathing space and we should use this opportunity to rethink and moderate what we are doing to the environment that keeps us alive. It is time for politicians and people to adopt strategies for a sustainable future or future generations will suffer an. Environmental meltdown far worse than the privations and sadness of COVID-19.

Henry Kelsall, the Sustainable Future Association, Frankston

Train ‘games’ It’s always disappointing when a politician plays silly political games, let alone during a national health and economic crisis. Paul Edbrooke’s comments in ‘Rail extension at a ‘standstill’ (The Times, 30/3/20) is game-playing at its worst.

Edbrooke knows that the state governmentprepared preliminary business case (PBC) for the Frankston rail extension was submitted to the Morrison government six months late and that it is now being actively considered. Since the federal government received the PCB in late 2019, it has been dealing with the drought, bushfires and now COVID-19.

As everyone knows, we have a budgeted commitment of $225 million for this project on top of the existing $4 million for the PCB. We want this rail extension, but cannot do it without buyin and engagement from the state government.

In a twist of irony, Edbrooke has achieved nothing towards getting his government to contribute one cent to the project. Considering our government funded his government to write the PBC, one would assume Edbrooke has seen it and presume the reason he hasn’t leaked it is so that he has fodder for his foolish games.

Interestingly, the project he has spruiked in the past, the redevelopment of the Frankston Hospital, hasn’t progressed since it was announced two years ago. Out of the $562 billion the state government announced at the 2018 state election, only $6 million has been budgeted this financial year and construction continues to be kicked down the line. Contrastingly, the Morrison Government is getting on with the job of delivering a $32 million Health Futures Hub and $10 million paediatric ward at Frankston Hospital without any state contribution.

Rather than playing the fool, Edbrooke should get his government to commit to funding its share of the Frankston rail extension.

David Van, Liberal Senator

Safety from soap I would like to recommend an anti-viral procedure that I have adopted, which is to carry a half filled bucket of soapy water in the back of the car, with a bar of soap and a roll of paper. Upon leaving any shop, shopping centre, bank or public place, we wash our hands in this water before driving away. We also drop any change money in and wash that at the same time.

Handrails, trolleys, seats, escalators, shelves; all may be contaminated, as well as money, so this seems to be a good practice.

The basis for this action is that qualified scientists seem to be agreed that that plain old soap is the most effective way of destroying coronavirus COVID-19, even better than alcohol.

The soap’s properties cause disruption to the shell layers of the virus causing the whole thing to fall apart and be destroyed.

It would probably be an ideal procedure for trains, even buses, since you don’t need running water, just refresh the bucket or trough often.

Brian A Mitchelson, Mornington

Blocked drain When is Frankston Council going to clear the drain on corner of High street and FrankstonFlinders Road?

Every time it rains the road floods and just putting up a sign is not good enough.

As well as being a nuisance to pedestrians it is also dangerous to traffic.

Trevor Billson, Tuerong

Release refugees Concerns about the ongoing inhumane policies and treatment of refugees and asylum seekers are still not being addressed by the federal government.

Denise Hassett refers to the depiction of these shown in the ABC TV production “Stateless”, a harrowing reminder of why we continue to challenge this unjust treatment of people fleeing danger in their own countries (“State of shame” Letters 25/3/20).

A rally calling for justice for refugees was to be held Sunday 5 April but has been postponed due to the social restraints caused by COVID-19.

But refugees and asylum seekers confined in detention centres and city motels now face additional health risks during this pandemic. It is impossible for them to practice social distancing when they are regularly patted down by security.

They are dependent on authorities to provide soap and antiseptics.

For years they have endured the confronting strictures of confinement and isolation, and the resulting ongoing mental health issues.

While we in the community learn to live with new restraints to safeguard our health and wellbeing, and with access to many resources, these people are deprived of many of these supports

and safeguards.

Why can’t our government transfer refugees into the community – as the British government has done – at least to reduce the spread of the virus if not to show a little humanity?

Ann Renkin, Shoreham

Labor’s blunders Marg D’Arcy seems to believe the ALP may have done a better job of managing the current virus situation in our country (“Labor would have better ways of tackling COVID-19” Letters 31/3/20). I’m uncertain if Marg has a shortmemory issue as, obviously, she can’t recall the Rudd [Labor government’s] pink batts debacle, the wasted $1 billon of taxpayers’ money on a road that [Victorian Premier] Daniel Andres promised wouldn’t cost the state taxpayers one cent or his well under-budgeted East west link and the terrible tragedies created by the ALP and others not wanting to protect our borders.

What she hasn’t thought through is that her party can say it may have done better job but, based on its history, could have done a whole lot worse.

At least the current national cabinet, made up of people from both major political parties, is taking positive steps to see all Australians through this current crisis.

Our prime minister, premier and their opponent’s and other important people attend social events to get some small relief from their highpressure positions. I’m sure they, plus thousands of others, are looking forward to getting our lives back to normal soon.

Bruce White, Safety Beach

Letters - 300 words maximum and including full name, address and contact number - can be sent to The News, PO Box 588, Hastings 3915 or emailed to: team@mpnews.com.au

100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...

Call to curtail ‘dazzling headlights’ Compiled by Cameron McCullough A SEAFORD correspondent writes:– It seems evident that there are no motor headlight laws in Victoria, or if there are, very little attention is paid to them.

Any night on Point Nepean Road, users of this road become subjected to the blinding glare of what are known as “dazzle hogs.”

In many countries, headlight laws exist, which not only protect motorists, but the public generally.

These laws are compulsory, and a heavy fine is imposed upon those who disregard them.

It is high time some action was taken to enforce some such law here, and a strong move should be made by the Progress Association to have these “dazzle hogs” put down.

Motor car makers have solved the problem of controlling the headlight rays, so that the maximum light is given for driving, and, at the same time, the blinding glare is completely eliminated. Come on Seaford Progress Association. *** MISS Nellie Thomson, who has been holidaying in Queensland, where her relatives reside, returned to Frankston this week, and has resumed her business as dressmaker, milliner, draper, & c. *** A NEW industry has just commenced at Baxter, in the shape of saw-mills and case-making factory.

The enterprising proprietor is Mr. H. C. Barclay, who advertises in another column that he is prepared to purchase pine trees, blue gum and stringy bark.

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He offers the best prices, and pays cash before removal. *** AS it is intended to issue certificates to all who worked for the Red Cross for a period of three years or more, applications from those who are entitled to and desire same should send their names to the hon. secretaries of the Frankston branch, Mesdames M. E Dial and W. M. Utber. *** THE public will welcome the opportunity, offered on Friday, 9th April, of helping the Brass Band.

A grand musical evening and dance has been arranged, when a first-class musical programme and other items will be submitted.

Funds are required to liquidate the amount due on the purchase of instruments and music, and, this fact being generally known, there should be no lack of response on the part of the public. *** A CRICKET match between teams from the Phillip Island Cricket Association and the Peninsula Cricket Association will be played on the Tyabb cricket ground next Saturday afternoon, April 3rd (Easter Saturday).

Several of the leading players from the various Peninsula clubs will take part, and the match promises to be a great “go.”

Lunch and afternoon tea will be handed to the players of the contesting teams taking part by the local ladies.

As the Tyabb cricket ground is very suitable for picnic parties, there promises to be a large attendance. ***

REV. E. Tonkin preached his farewell sermon at Frankston on Sunday last, when a large congregation assembled at the evening service.

After four years’ highly successful ministry in this district, the Rev. Tonkin goes to the Cheltenham charge.

His successor at Frankston is Rev. C. Angwin, of Kilmore. *** THE Frankston Soldiers’ Memorial Committee met on Monday night; Mr. A. G. Wilcox presiding.

The Secretary, Mr. H. Vicars, stated that he had been in communication with the Defence authorities, who stated that a number of 1914-15 stars would be available for presentation on Anzac night, 25th April.

He also read a letter from MajorGeneral Grimwade, consenting to present same.

The committee decided to hold a high-class concert on the occasion, and a sub-committee, consisting of Cr. Mason, Mr. A. E. Lasslett, J.P., the President and Secretary, was appointed to arrange the programme, and to engage Melbourne talent.

Tickets will be sold at 1s 6d, and a limited number of reserved chairs at 5s.

The box plan will be on view at Messrs. Brody & Mason’s.

A decoration sub-committee was appointed, consisting of Messrs.

Morrison, A. Hill, W. Hanton, and M. Brody.

The occasion is to be made a notable one from every standpoint, and a special committee has been appointed to wrestle with the problem of providing

adequate seating accommodation. *** THIS week, at the instance of the Frankston Progress Association, a plebiscite of the business people of Frankston was taken, on the question of closing shops from 12.30 to 1.30 p.m. daily.

Mr A..E. Lasslett. J.P., and the Secretary of the Association conducted the voting arrangements.

The result shows that, while a majority favored the proposal, a large percentage of the whole were opposed to the innovation.

An examination of the voting cards gave the following figures: YES: 22 NO: 14 The voting cards issued numbered 46, and it may be taken for granted that the ten who did not return their papers were either opposed to the scheme, or felt quite indifferent as to the result.

Under the circumstances, it is probable that the idea of introducing midday closing into Frankston at present will not be proceeded with. *** TO the many anxious enquiries received as to the condition of Mr. James Grice, it is pleasing to be able to state that he is now progressing favorably.

His medical attendant is Dr. Maxwell, of Frankston. *** MR. L. J. Ward, who recently underwent a serious operation at “Lancewood” Private Hospital, Kew, hopes to be able to resume duty at the local railway station next week.

His many friends will be pleased to see this popular officer back in harness again. *** Heard in the Train The Shire Council is to be asked to reconsider its action in prohibiting Sunday tennis in Frankston.

It is argued that the prohibition debars many visitors from enjoying healthy recreation, and offers no adequate substitute.

The Anglican Synod in Newt South Wales recently declared in favor of Sunday tennis.

Kananook Creek is to be stirred up again shortly, when all land owners abutting thereon will discuss the why and the wherefore at Seaford.

It is high time some definite decision was arrived at regarding this difficult problem. At present every other person has a different solution to offer.

Enterprising burglars are now working full time. When the weekender goes to the sea-side, Bill Sykes gets to work on the town house. He then devotes the early part of the week to plundering temporarily vacated bungalows along the foreshore.

Seaford is considering the question of appointing a watchman as a means of protecting week-end residences against these unwelcome visitors.

Nothing heard about Frankston light supply lately, and now the gas is beginning to “talk’ again.

Time those long promised purifiers got to work. *** FROM the pages of the Mornington Standard, 2 April 1920

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THE MEANING OF EXISTENCE... AND OTHER SHORT STORIES

Becoming the Hype Man of my Dreams

By Stuart McCullough I’D assumed my chance had passed me by. Much like the time I turned forty and realized I’d never be a regular cast member of Young Talent Time (despite knowing all the lyrics to ‘All My Loving’), this was yet another example of an ambition destined to remain unfulfilled. But then fate intervened. And, just like that, a hope I’d though had been extinguished has flickered back into glorious life.

There’s no time to waste – who knows when another chance might come along? This could be my only chance to become Public Enemy’s new ‘Hype Man’.

Many of you will have questions.

Like ‘when will I be able buy toilet paper like I used to?’ and ‘who thought it was a good idea to hoard all the egg plants?’ Those of you who are paying attention to this story might instead ask, ‘who or what is Public Enemy?’

In a fair and just world, there’d be no need to ask, such would be the notoriety of one of the planet’s most influential rap groups.

Public Enemy were my first real exposure to rap music. Before then, I’d heard schoolmates recite the lyrics to ‘The Message’ by Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five. There was something about saying the words ‘It makes me wonder sometimes how I keep from going under’ while dressed in school uniform that was oddly liberating. But at that time, it seemed more a novelty. It didn’t help much that rap music was often openly derided.

But then I encountered Public Enemy. My youngest brother was a

fan and had video taped an interview with someone called ‘Chuck D’. I’m not sure how I stumbled across it, but I did. I don’t know what I was expecting, but probably something far less eloquent than Chuck D was. Here was a highly intelligent person who had interesting things to say about almost everything. It’s true that I became a fan before hearing a note.

After the interview, they played a video to a song entitled ‘Brothers Gonna Work it Out’. Put simply, it was incredible. Over a beat and what sounded like a sample of Prince’s guitar, the band delivered a message with undeniable fury and political potency.

I was hooked. The production was amazing. And, in addition to Chuck D,

there was Flavor Flav; a charismatic court-jester who wore a large clock around his neck so he always knew ‘what time’ it was. Punctuality was clearly important to him. Flavor Flav was Public Enemy’s ‘Hype Man’.

For those unfamiliar with the concept, a ‘Hype Man’ is the person in a rap group who’s not the main rapper, but whose job it is to support his or her colleague as they attempt to construct an empire of rhyme in front of an expectant audience. A Hype Man (sorry, it should probably be ‘person’) achieves this by dancing and by making the occasional interjection.

Without seeking to disrespect past or current Hype Men of humanity who might well be reading this article,

it’s less labour-intensive than being the front man. In fact, it’s kind of the equivalent of part time work in the hip-hop universe.

Terms like ‘yo!’, ‘yeah!’ and ‘hit it!’ are all part of the rich lexicon of a Hype Man. It truly is the role I was born to play. However, it’s very hard to be an effective Hype Man if you don’t have anyone to hype. It’s really just one random person making an interjection apropos of nothing if you’re doing by yourself. In the right context, ‘hit it!’ can be exhilarating. By itself, it’s downright confusing.

Flavor Flav was a terrific Hype Man, and he really knew how to build the excitement levels. For more than thirty years, he worked with Chuck D

and they seemed kind of inseparable until, a few weeks ago, they separated.

Doubtless, the oversized clock around his neck told him it was time to leave.

It’s sad beyond measure that Flavor Flav has departed Public Enemy. It’s also an opportunity.

I suppose I never really thought about becoming a Hype Man in a serious way because the job I coveted simply wasn’t available. Until now. The odds, however, are against me. That said, the rap game is all about surprise, and there would be no bigger surprise possible that appointing as Flavor Flav’s replacement a middle-aged white guy from Tyabb. While I can see those attributes could well count against me, I already own a tracksuit and am prepared to secure my own oversized clock. Besides, I have ideas on how to take the group into the twenty first century. For starters, the new clock will be digital and will not be adjusted for daylight savings. That’s just the tip of the iceberg.

I’ve written to Chuck D, but I’m yet to hear back. Chances are he’s been flooded with applications from middleaged white men like me who want to fulfill a childhood dream. I keep waiting for the phone to ring while staring at the clock that, somewhat conveniently, now hangs around my neck. Perhaps some dreams are more potent if they remain anchored in your imagination. So be it. But, if you don’t mind, I’ll wait a little while longer before declaring that my dream of becoming a Hype Man is officially over.

Until then, I simply say to you: ‘hit it!’ stuart@stuartmccullough.com Frankston Times

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By Ben Triandafillou THEMOONLITEGAMBLER is right on track for the South Australian Derby in May for Mornington-based racehorse trainer John McArdle.

Despite covering plenty of extra ground in the Listed Dominant Port Adelaide Guineas (1800m) on Saturday 4 April, the three-year-old son of Good Journey (USA) continued to hit the line hard for third place behind last year’s Caulfield Guineas favourite, Dalasan.

While Dalasan looked to get the dream run through the field, Themoonlitegambler was caught threewide with cover for the entire race before turning into the straight five to six-wide. The Mick Huxtable-trained, Perfect Route, held onto second placing but McArdle’s gelding was gallant in defeat to continue to run through the line after having a tough run throughout.

Trainer John McArdle said it was a massive effort from Themoonlitegambler given the run that he had.

“He ran huge,” McArdle said. “He covered a massive amount of extra ground and should’ve run a clear second. I don’t know if he would’ve been able to beat Dalasan over 1800m, but he should’ve finished a clear second.”

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five and six-wide, but he seems to have come through it well. He’ll have three weeks into the Chairman’s Stakes and then two weeks into the Derby so he’s heading in the right direction.”

Themoonlitegambler will likely face Dalasan again in the Chairman’s when they step out to the 2000m for the first time, before heading to the 2,500m of the South Australian Derby.

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“He’ll certainly run out the 2000m of the Chairman’s I would’ve thought – he went close to running that yesterday,” he said. “You don’t know for sure until they do it, but he looks as though he will.”

Themoonlitegambler is lightly raced having only had the six career starts and has only missed the placings once in his career to date. His rating currently sits at 67.

Derby hopeful: Themoonlitegambler continues to progress nicely for the South Australian Derby for Mornington trainer John McArdle. Picture: Supplied

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