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Graduates show firefighting skills MARCHING, firefighting and precision parading were highlights of Mornington Secondary College’s third CFA Youth Brigade Graduation celebrations, Friday 8 December. The 18-member squad was led into the stadium by the college’s flag and drum corps headed by Paul Papettas and Leading Senior Constable Mick Mears. CFA cadets were under the command of Leading Firefighter Luke Findlay. The graduation was split into two parts: a formal brigade ceremony followed by a practical firefighting demonstration by graduating cadets in the school’s new Anzac Avenue of Honour Amphitheatre. “The formal ceremony allowed the students to graduate as (Advance) CFA cadets according to traditional protocols,” Mr Papettas said. “Cadets have to reach a level of competency demanded of any dress and drill sergeant and reviewing officer.” Continued Page 12

Shire boss on Fox ‘party’ cruise Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire CEO Carl Cowie was among the high profile guests aboard a luxury liner cruising the Mediterranean for a so-called “conception party” of prominent businessman, Lindsay Fox, a year-and-a-half after accepting council's top job. The cruise was made in July 2016, an appropriate time before Mr Fox’s 80th birthday was celebrated in April this year with far fewer guests at Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove at Red Hill South. The boundary of Mr Fox’s sprawling Portsea property was contentiously extended across the beach by the Titles Office on Christmas Eve 2013 after a

build-up of sand increased the distance to the acknowledged high tide level. The mayor Cr Bryan Payne last week said Mr Cowie took annual leave and paid his own airfare to Europe. “Carl Cowie was a guest on the trip organised by Mr Fox last July. He was on annual leave and paid his own airfare to and from Europe. The shire incurred no costs as a result of this trip.” Council on Friday did not respond to questions from The News about any declaration about the trip made by Mr Cowie on the shire’s gifts register. The shire’s Gifts, Benefits and Hospitality policy – an “internal” document “owned” by the CEO - states: “Gifts, benefits and hospitality received must not create a real or perceived sense of obligation that may lead to a perception of preference or conflict.”

The policy also states: “Councillors and council staff are to ensure that attendance at private functions does not have potential implications for council’s reputation or image or may cause an actual or perceived conflict of interest.” The News does not suggest any wrongdoing by Mr Cowie. When first contacted about Mr Cowie’s trip, Cr Payne said the Fox cruise happened before he was a councillor (he was elected in October 2016) “but I did know about it”. “I agree it could look like a conflict of interest if it didn’t have council approval,” Cr Payne said. “I’m surprised you guys didn’t pick it up sooner.” The Gifts, Benefits and Hospitality policy is not publicly available on the shire’s website. The official council response provid-

ed to The News on Friday stated: “The Gifts policy is an internal corporate policy. Such policies are not placed on council’s website. “The register has been audited on an annual basis. There is no legal requirement to make this available externally subject to Freedom of Information requests.” Neighbouring Frankston Council's Staff Gifts and Hospitality Policy register is available for public inspection. As reported widely at the time, Mr Fox – generally regarded as one of the peninsula’s most high profile property owners – chartered the Seabourn Odyssey for a seven-day trip between Athens and Venice for his "conception cruise". The ship costs about $200,000 a day to charter and is capable of carrying

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more than 450 passengers. Mr Fox’s guests included actor Hugh Jackman, TV personality and Collingwood Football Club president Eddie McGuire, retail billionaire Solomon Lew and his Premier Investments CEO Mark McInnes, mining magnates Gina Rinehart and Andrew Forrest, former Crown Casino boss and horse breeder Lloyd Williams, the Pratt family and politicians Bill Kelty and Jeff Kennett. Several of the cruise guests own property on the peninsula. Mr Cowie has just returned to work after a council-sanctioned trip which included seminars and conferences in Sweden, Germany and Malta. This latest overseas trip was paid for from his $30,000 study tour allowance on top of his near $400,000 salary package.

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‘Rent stress’ for disadvantaged Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au NO neighbourhoods in Melbourne or Victoria’s regional cities are affordable for a single person on Centrelink, single pensioner, or single parent on a low part-time income, Council to Homeless Persons CEO Jenny Smith says. The latest Rental Affordability Index shows households with incomes of $50,000 a year and looking for a two-bedroom rental must move out at least 115 kilometres to escape “unaffordable” rent. This is defined as paying more than 30 per cent of income on rent. Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula are seen as being “extremely” or “severely” unaffordable for single pensioners who would be forced to pay 65 per cent of their income to rent a one-bedroom flat in Frankston or 45 per cent on the peninsula. Low-income earners paying more than 30 per cent of their income on rent are regarded as being in rent stress – a confronting issue on the peninsula which has the second highest rate of elderly residents in the state. The situation has prompted the Council to Homeless Persons to call for 14,500 new social housing properties state-wide, with “at least 1800 in the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula in order to house the families currently on the waiting list”, Ms Smith said. In Frankston, a single part-time worker on parent benefits looking to rent a two-bedroom house would be paying 45 per cent of their income (se-

verely unaffordable); a $70,000 a year household would be paying 38-60 per cent of its income; and a single person on Newstart would be paying 69 per cent of their income for a one-bedroom flat. On the peninsula, a pensioner couple would be paying 36 per cent of their income for a one-bedroom dwelling, and a single person on Newstart would be paying 69 per cent for the same dwelling. “This is a problem that needs both state and federal governments to pull together to fully resolve – and the federal government is currently asleep at the housing affordability wheel,” Ms Smith said. “In their next budget we are calling on the Victorian government to step in and accelerate its social housing program. “Private rental is now out of reach of low income residents and more and more are living on the precipice. They are spending so much on housing that they cannot afford other essentials, including food and medication. “The good news is that the state government can afford [to pay more for public housing] with tax revenue from stamp duty nearly doubling over the past five years to $6.2 billion a year.” Ms Smith said “windfall gains” to the budget from “skyrocketing house prices” should be used to lessen pain caused by the “housing crisis”. She said a “dark flipside” to economic growth was fierce competition for rental properties with those able to afford them “crowding out those left behind with homelessness as a consequence”.

Joining forces: Op shop staffers Lee Thorn, Gail lynch, Felicity Jackson and Kerri Egan with the well-stocked Christmas hamper. Picture: Gary Sissons

Shops issue passport challenge OP SHOPS at Red Hill, Balnarring and Flinders have united for a fun event in the lead-up to Christmas – with a hamper of delicious local produce to go to a lucky winner. On Friday 15 and Saturday 16 December, the three op shops will open 10am-4pm for their Passport Challenge. Customers will receive a stamped “Passport” from the shopwhere they first buy an item. They can then have their passport stamped at the two other shops (without buying anything) to be put into the draw for the hamper. The winner will be notified on Monday 18 December. “This is the first time the three op shops have collaborated with each other and it is hoped that it won’t be the last,” Red Hill Op Shop president Felicity Jackson said.

“The aim is to raise community awareness about each shop and to create an interesting activity for avid op shoppers.” Flinders Op Shop supports St John’s Church; Balnarring supports St Mark’s; and Red Hill supports Peninsula Home Hospice and other local organisations. Opening hours: Balnarring Op Shop, 1 Balnarring Rd, 10am-2pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday and 10am-1pm Saturday. Flinders Op Shop, Cook St, 10am-2pm Monday, Tuesday (during holidays), Thursday and Saturday. Red Hill Op Shop, 33 Mechanics Rd, 10am4pm Wednesday, Friday, 10am-1pm (2pm market days) Saturday.

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Drowning ‘almost certain’ in summer Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au SOMEONE is almost certain to drown on the Mornington Peninsula this summer. Coupled with this, there’s an 88 per cent likelihood of one or more peninsula residents drowning in any one year. On the peninsula, males are 6.3 times more likely to drown than females. This is the alarming scenario painted by the Life Saving Victoria Drowning Report 2016-17 which shows a “99 per cent likelihood of one or more drownings occurring on the Mornington Peninsula in any given year”. There were six drownings on the peninsula in the past year. The report says that in the decade to 2016, 44 people drowned on the peninsula with 58 residents being hospitalised after non-fatal incidents involving water. In that same time, 21 peninsula residents drowned elsewhere in Victoria while 84 others were taken to emergency departments. The report shows that 45 people (78 per cent male) drowned in Victoria in the 2016-17 financial year – up 20 per cent on the 10-year average. In the same timeframe the report also reveals a six per cent rise in drownings for children aged up to four; a 25 per cent rise for those aged 15-24; an 18 per cent rise for 25-44 year olds; and a 45 per cent rise for those aged 65 and over. While children face the greatest risk of drowning, adults aged 65-plus had the highest age-specific rate of drownings in 2016-17. Males are four times more likely to drown than females. There was a 25 per cent rise in drownings

for those aged 15-24, an 18 per cent rise in the drownings for those aged 25-44 and a 45 per cent rise for those aged 65 years and over. Most drownings last year occurred while people were swimming, paddling or wading (29 per cent), walking or playing near water (18 per cent) or using pools or spas (11 per cent). This year six people who drowned in Victoria had foreign backgrounds (13 per cent) down 15 per cent on the 10-year average. These figures may be even higher, as in the study period country of birth or ethnicity was unknown in 68 per cent of drownings. Slipping or falling into water accounted for 40 per cent of drownings last year, up 46 per cent over the past decade, with an average of 12 deaths a year from 2006-16. Alcohol is a common factor in drowning, representing 22 per cent of yearly tolls over the past decade (an average of nine deaths a year). As in previous years, nine people died in 2016-17 when they drank alcohol before swimming, representing 20 per cent of total drownings.

Home and dry: VMR crewman Bob Chase looks on as the dismasted yacht is towed to shore. Picture: Supplied

Sailors saved with ship-to-shore call A STRONG south-easterly wind was the last thing two Hobie cat sailors needed after losing their mast about two kilometres off Mornington last week. Their craft was rapidly heading out to sea when Volunteer Marine Rescue crews received an emergency call from the Water Police. They were quickly on the scene to help, 11.40am, Monday 4 December. VMR crewman Bob Chase: “We were alongside the stricken yacht within 30 minutes of the

call. The two occupants in their mid-late 30s were glad to see us. They did all the right things. They were wearing lifejackets and had a mobile phone in a waterproof pouch.” VMR vessel AK1 towed the stricken cat back to Fishermans beach. VRM president Tim Warner said anyone in trouble on the water to call 000 or the VMR number 0419 233 999.

‘Smart’ ways to minimise threat of sharks BEACHGOERS are being urged to be “sharksmart” over summer. Victorian Fisheries Authority CEO Travis Dowling said sharks were a natural part of a healthy marine environment and, while the risk of an attack is low, there are ways to reduce the odds. “When swimming, surfing, diving or fishing, people are in the shark’s natural environment and so should be mindful and make good choices,” Mr Dowling said. He said people should not swim, dive or surf

alone and be alert to the latest sightings at emergency.vic.gov.au Bathers should stay between the red and yellow flags on lifesaver-patrolled beaches and avoid areas that attract sharks, such as seal haunts or areas where fishing, human and animal waste enters the water. Mr Dowling said beachgoers should watch for signs of unusual behaviour in wildlife or fish, which can indicate that a shark is in the area. Reports of sharks can be made to police on

000, or notifying lifesavers. “That information is relayed to the VicEmergency website and smart phone app so it can be shared quickly with beachgoers,” he said. Mr Dowling said it had been 30 years since there had been a fatal shark attack in Victoria. “While there is no evidence that shark numbers are increasing, our human population is growing each year and more people are using the coastline to relax and recreate.” Details: vfa.vic.gov.au/shark-smart

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Discovering, listening and learning: Pupils Lachlan, Hannah, Janaya and Codi with their frog recording equipment. Picture: Yanni

Sounds, a good way to spot frogs TYABB Railway Station Primary School pupils visited Devilbend Reservoir at Moorooduc last week using an app which identifies and records different species of frogs. The app allowed the four young researchers to hear the frogs and identify their type, location and numbers, rather than physically having to flush them out and handle them, which could be stressful to the amphibians. Integration aid Geordie Male said the DECKING

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working on environmental projects can be fun. “We like teaching pupils about the environment and what out there and not to be afraid of the bush.” Next year there are plans for school projects on planting, weeding and water monitoring and helping out on Clean Up Australia Day. Information collated is sent to Melbourne Water to be used as a guide on the coming Devilbend website.

pupils detected four or five frog species. He said the school had been keen to link the pupils with Mornington Peninsula environment groups and found the Devilbend Foundation members “very approachable”. “They put forward some good initiatives and we look forward to working with them next year.” Parks ranger Sam Pollard said staff enjoyed working with the children, and helping them understand that

AFTER a long battle Devilbend Golf Club has signed a 21-year lease with the Mornington Peninsula Shire, starting with a yearly rent of $10,233. The rent will increase three per cent annually. The new lease ends a bid by the shire to advertise the course is available for lease, as well as appointing a commercial manager (“Golf club leads scorecard in bid for lease”, The News, 11/7/2017). In April, the shire’s property operations team leader Greg Collins said granting the club a third 21-year lease over the Crown land “would limit council control over the property to the terms and conditions of the lease”. However, his report was dropped without explanation from the agenda (“Golf club in the rough over lease”, The News, 25/4/17). The volunteer-run club’s president Brad Johnston said that it had been a “tough fight to overturn [the] recommendation to put the course out to tender to find a commercial operator earlier in the year”. He said the club’s 450 members “were to be congratulated on their coordinated lobbying campaign which provided the councillors with enough information to enable them to make

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an informed decision on who was best placed to manage the lease”. The club, in Loders Rd, Moorooduc, was established in 1974. Mr Johnson said the work of volunteers in the 42 years since in improving the course and its facilities “with little or no council assistance” was a compelling argument in its push to run the course. He thanked councillors who voted unanimously to give the club the lease. In particular he praised the efforts of Cr Kate Roper for her “unwavering support for the club and its volunteers throughout their campaign”. Mr Johnson said the club could now “plan for an exciting future with several proposals for improving the course in the pipeline”. “This course is in magnificent condition and is teeming with wildlife,” he said. “It is an absolute pleasure to play in this great environment.” The not-for-profit club employs six full time and seven part time staff. An audited financial report supplied by the club for the year ending 30 June 2016 shows a net operating profit of $71,642 from an annual turnover of $1.36 million. In the 10 years to 2016 the club spent $760,000 on course improvements (not including of staff/volunteer labour); $41,900 on maintenance; and $594,000 to buy machinery.

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Paddlers are in at Devilbend KAYAKERS and canoeists can now legally use Devilbend Natural Features Reserve, Tuerong, near Moorooduc. Parks Victoria has introduced rules allowing paddlers on a 47-hectare section of the former reservoir. Powered craft are prohibited. An exclusion zone has been set aside to provide habitat for wildlife. Earlier this year, Parks sought public comment on allowing non-powered boats on the water following research on their impacts on blue-billed ducks and other waterbirds by the Arthur Rylah Institute for Environmental Research. Most of the 96 submissions supported the boating plan. “Experiencing the park from a canoe or kayak

offers a different perspective and greater connection with the beauty of the park, enhance fishing opportunities and another way to exercise or get active in the park,” Parks Victoria area chief ranger Georgia Kerr said. The reserve’s 44 species of birds includes eight which are listed as threatened. Since being opened to the public the reserve has become a popular fishing spot for estuary perch and trout which are regularly re-stocked by the Victorian Fisheries Authority. All-abilities visitors will be able to take their vehicles to the water’s edge with a permit from Parks Victoria. Details: call 13 19 63 or visit parks.vic.gov.au

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Swags bring security and health Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au CAROL O’Brien has raised enough money to buy 12 swags for those “sleeping rough” on the southern peninsula. The swags sell for about $100 each and make sleeping safer and more comfortable. Ms O’Brien belongs to the Wednesday Night Rosebud Community Group that meets at the New Peninsula Baptist Church. There, low income people with life struggles can come for a meal, learn how to support one another and make a difference within their community. Rosebud Community Group team leader Mark Matthews said Ms O’Brien has “not had the easiest of journeys with housing over the past 10 years and has experienced homelessness herself”. She has lived in rooming houses, which have proven to be unsafe, particularly for women. She now lives in a small caravan in a Rosebud caravan park. She can’t afford to pay market rates for private rental and so obtaining a higher standard of housing is not an easy option. She is on the waiting list for public housing. But her own plight has not stopped Ms O’Brien from being a strong advocate for those experiencing homelessness in the Rosebud Community Group, and the wider Rosebud community. Mr Matthews said her struggles with housing had motivated a “deep empathy” for those who are sleeping rough. “She is an amazing example of how anyone with a vision and passion for social justice can impact those less fortunate than themselves,” he said. “She demonstrates that you don’t need to have wealth to make a powerful and positive

difference in your local community.” Ms O’Brien started raising money three months ago by selling cards at Wednesday Night Community Group meetings where part of the proceeds going charity and “tin rattling”. “Homeless people lose their dignity because they usually wear the same clothes and rarely have use of a shower and laundry which also identifies them as homeless,” Ms O’Brien said. “They carry their belongings in a trolley or bag and blanket. They cannot hide the fact that they are homeless. They suffer from chest infections, hypothermia, frost bite, trench foot, skin infections and mental health issues, which affects homeless people even more so because of their living rough. “Society discriminates, shuns and can also physically and verbally abuse them. They lose trust in people which encourages more isolation impacting upon their mental health.” Mr Matthew’s said Ms O’Brien’s goal had been to raise enough money to buy two swags by the end of this year. “Through her dedication and persistence she has raised enough to buy 12 swags,” he said. “For a homeless person, receiving a backpack swag will provide a sense of dignity, self-esteem, renewed hope and, hopefully, the understanding that someone cares about them. “The backpack also provides security for better sleeping and it can improve a person’s health by providing protection from the elements.” Australian Bureau of Statistics show that, on any given night, more than 100,000 people sleep rough or in inadequate housing. Rosebud is not quarantined from this struggle.

Bed for the night: Carol O’Brien exceeded her own target by raising enough money to buy 12 backpack swags for those living rough on the southern peninsula. Picture: Yanni

A safe New Year for all Mornington Peninsula Shire is working with emergency services to ensure the southern peninsula remains family friendly on New Year’s Eve. The following restrictions apply over the NYE period: • There will be no planned events (including fireworks) on foreshore reserves • Alcohol bans apply in public places from 30 December to midnight 1 January • A person must not possess or discharge fireworks; fines will apply • Flares to be discharged in an emergency only • Rye pier car parks closed from 4pm on 31 December

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If you’re thinking of adopting a pet, make sure you’re pet-ready! The Community Animal Shelter promotes responsible pet ownership and adoption.

We are open 363 days a year! Saturday, 10am – 1pm Drop-in sessions, no appointment necessary Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 5pm By appointment (closed 1pm – 2pm) Saturday, Sunday, public holidays 10am – 5pm By appointment (closed 1pm – 2pm) Closed Christmas Day/Good Friday 130 Watt Road, Mornington

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Recycling goes weekly MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire will collect household recycling bins weekly from Monday 18 December until Friday 2 February. The change from the usual fortnightly recycling service aims to help residents better dispose of their waste over summer. The 240-litre recycling bin with the blue lid will be collected weekly on the usual day. Recyclable items include aluminium and steel cans and foil, rigid and solid plastic items, such as toys, kitchen ware, cups and drink bottles, pots and pans, wrapping paper and envelopes, cardboard, newspapers and magazines, milk, juice and soft drink bottles, glass bottles and jars. Recycling tips: Don’t place items in a plastic bag and empty containers of contents/liquids. Recyclables that can’t fit into a bin can be taken to rubbish tips at Rye, Mornington and Tyabb, or hoppers at Sorrento, Dromana and Flinders for free. To view bin dates visit mornpen.vic.gov.au/ My-Neighbourhood

Waste mulched ABOUT 6080 cubic metres of domestic green waste - enough to fill three Olympic sized swimming pools - was dumped at the Mornington Peninsula Shire’s resource recovery centres during the no charge green waste weekend in late October. “We are glad that 4855 residents took part in cleaning their gardens and properties in preparation for summer,” the mayor Cr Bryan Payne said. Green waste collected over the weekend was chipped and processed into mulch.

The gift of ‘light’ RAY White Real Estate will continue its tradition of giving with the return of ‘A Little Ray Of Giving’ for Christmas. Ray White Mornington will partner with Rotary and the Mornington Information Centre

to help disadvantaged children who need “a little extra light” over the festive season. “This gift drive is a really simple way to help put a smile on the face of children and families who may need some extra cheer at this time of year”, Ray White Mornington director Wendy Gillies said. “All you need to do is wrap your present and drop it under the tree at your closest Ray White office and please mark, or let us know in person, if the gift is for a boy or a girl.” Ray White Mornington, Shop 5, 117-133 Main St, will have a giving tree in its front window where gifts can be left. Other Ray White offices are at Rosebud and Rye.

Picnic festival THE Peninsula Picnic - known for its food, wine and boogie music - returns to Mornington Racecourse for its fourth year Saturday 17 March. The one-day festival presented by Melbourne MINI Garage blends a foodie festival with cellar door tastings, farmers’ market and the sounds of some of Australia’s most popular performers. Next year’s line-up is headlined by John Butler Trio, with other acts including Harry James Angus (The Cat Empire) with his nine-piece Struggle With Glory project, Vikki Thorn, just back from a 25th anniversary tour with The Waifs, and local songwriter Angie McMahon. Food and wine will be served by eight restaurants and six wineries, including Max’s at Red Hill, Merricks General Wine Store, Polperro, Montalto, Flinders Hotel, Green Olive at Red Hill, DOC Mornington, Stables Smokehouse, Alatonero, Prancing Horse Estate, T’Gallant and Quealy. Beers will flow from the Yak Ales pop-up bar. There will be sessions with top winemakers, market stalls from local producers and artisans. There will also be children’s activities. Presale ticket prices ($70 adults) until Sunday 24 December at peninsulapicnic.com.au

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Drums roll for graduates Continued from Page 1 In the second part of the graduation cadets demonstrated ladder drills, controlling stove and house fires with patient retrieval and CPR, hazardous materials handling as well as one of the most dangerous jobs in firefighting: the two line fog attack on flaming gas cylinders. Guests looking on included CFA Operations and Reviewing Officer John Townsend, Station Officer Gary Bryant, Mornington MP David Morris, shire councillors, members of Rotary, Lions and committee members of the

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Outstanding Quality And Effortless Living

+ Ideal location to build a family, holiday or retirement home

+ Stunning five-bedroom home with manicured gardens in private-location

+ Private and secure battle-axe style allotment

+ Expansive living, dining and family areas bathed in natural light

+ Concept drawings for a lovely single level home available

+ Superb outdoor area with expansive deck overlooking pool & garden

Contact: Amanda Haimona 0419 387 682

$880,000 - $940,000 Inspect : Saturday 12.00-12.30pm

$1,800,000 - $ 1,980,000 Inspect : Saturday 1.00-1.30pm

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Mount Martha – 4 Norfolk Road 2

Homely Mount Martha As neat as a pin with character and charm to adore. This two-bedroom residence is the perfect starting point for first homebuyers, downsizers or investors. Set behind tall privacy fencing and secure gated entry, well established gardens and lots of greenery surround the home. The easy layout enjoys ideal simplicity adding a fully-equipped kitchen, dining space, main bathroom, ensuite and two living zones. There’s scope to update further to improve the interior to suit your taste, whilst the sunny outdoors includes paved entertaining options. Representing excellent value, move in immediately and have the time and space to decide the next step for this Mount Martha abode. The beauty is in the opportunity. Benefit over time, not only from the coastal lifestyle, but the potential capital gain.

Auction : This Saturday 16th December at 11.30am Inspect : Saturday 11.00-11.30am Contact: Amanda Haimona 0419 387 682

BONACCORDE

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We are delighted to announce that once again we are a drop off point for the WISHING TREE supporting THE SALVATION ARMY for Christmas 2017 If you would like to support this wonderful cause all you need to do is drop off your new, unwrapped gift at our office: 4/42 Lochiel Ave, Mount Martha prior to 15th December. The Salvation Army will then distribute the gifts to benefit those in need. ENJOY the GIFT OF GIVING!

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MOUNT ELIZA | 12 Bilgola Court 4

Architecturally Designed Oasis - Executive living at its finest - 4Bedrooms, Master with WIR & Ensuite - Stunning central kitchen with Quartz bench tops - Covered alfresco entertaining deck - Double lock up garage with internal access - Picturesque 15 metre lap pool - 1568sqm (approx) - Breathtaking views to Red Hill

FOR SALE | $1,750,000 - $1,900,000

Louise Lupton

LICENSED ESTATE AGENT 0414 525 298 | louise@luptonferguson.com.au

MOUNT ELIZA | 5 Mein Place 4

Serenity - Multiple living zones - Alfresco entertaining with spa - In-ground solar heated pool - High cathedral timber ceilings - Ducted heating & split system air-con - Wood Fire Heater - 3719 sqm (approx) block

FOR SALE | $950,000 - $1,045,000

Louise Lupton

LICENSED ESTATE AGENT 0414 525 298 | louise@luptonferguson.com.au

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D L SO Outstanding! 81 GRANYA GROVE, MOUNT ELIZA SOLD PRICE: Listed Price On Market: Inspections:

$950,000 $900,000 - $990,000 9 18

Louise Lupton LICENSED ESTATE AGENT 0414 525 298 | louise@luptonferguson.com.au

Louise recently sold our house in Granya Grove, Mt Eliza and the process was flawless. From my first conversation with Louise, I was impressed with her enthusiasm and excellent communication skills. Louise has an exceptional local knowledge and many years experience in Mt Eliza. Louise provided us with great advice and executed a sales campaign which was extremely effective. The results, including the length of time she predicted to sell the house, were incredibly accurate and we were thrilled with the outcome.

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168 Main Street, Mornington VIC 3931 T. 03 5975 6888

Mornington Auction this Saturday

240 Bungower Road, Mornington Magnificent from first impression to final detail, Dalywaters is set on a breathtaking 10 acres (approx.) with beautiful landscaped gardens complementing a true country four-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home with a multitude of living areas. The park-like grounds filled with roses, pinot noir vineyard and winding walks leading you through fragrant arbours, Evergreen Alder glade, entertaining gazebo, ornamental dam with jetty, to the wetlands and Balcombe Creek. Designed to host weddings, Dalywaters features an exquisite garden Chapel and extensive parking opening up an exciting opportunity for the purchaser to carry on the tradition, retain for private purposes or bring to life their own business venture.

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Saturday 16th December 2:00pm As advertised or by appointment Damian Smith 0481 875 243 Sam Galvin 0447 343 513

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168 Main Street, Mornington VIC 3931 T. 03 5975 6888 Mount Martha Auction this Saturday

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11A Hakea Drive, Mount Martha Yet to celebrate its first birthday, this as new single-level three-bedroom, two-bathroom residence is the embodiment of first class low-maintenance living in a prime location. Private, light-filled and stylishly detailed, the home enjoys set-back seclusion, sun-drenched alfresco entertaining backdropped by rose lined low-maintenance gardens in addition to a double remote garage. Separate living and dining rooms each feature walls of glass sliding open to expanses of decking; while the kitchen hosts on trend appointments from a stone island with breakfast bar to Smeg appliances. Ducted heating and cooling add to the excellence close to Bentons Square shopping, parks, buses and schools.

Auction Saturday 16th December 12:00pm Inspection As advertised or by appointment Contact Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 Kylie Miller 0404 041 554 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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168 Main Street, Mornington VIC 3931 T. 03 5975 6888 Mount Martha

2 Jackson Street, Mount Martha Framing endless blue sea, the view is irreplaceable and the potential unlimited in this surprising four-bedroom, three-bathroom plus a study two-storey residence that frames show stopping elevated panoramic bay views taking in the city skyline. Be mesmerised from sunrise to sunset by the astounding outlook; while four separate living zones provide entertaining and living zones for every family member right down to a man cave with workshop for dad! Unusual for the area, the allotment on the corner of Hearn Road offers ﬂat and useable outdoor areas for the kids and pets to run free and enjoy. A host of mod cons include a triple garage, two ensuites, central heating and ducted vacuum.

Inspection By appointment only Contact Clare Black 0409 763 261 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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AGENTS CHOICE

168 Main Street, Mornington VIC 3931 T. 03 5975 6888

Mornington

203 ACRES - AN AMAZING SEA CHANGE

321/98 Bungower Road, Mornington Within the Mornington Gardens Holiday Village, situated in the permanent residential area in a picturesque setting amongst other permanent villa style homes. Offering secure retirement living for over 55â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. A short drive from Main Street Mornington, the beach & walking distance to the Racecourse. Main bedroom with en-suite, second bedroom/study, lounge & dining area, kitchen, laundry. Includes air conditioning, new carpet & hot water service plus a decked veranda. NO stamp duty on the purchase price, this is a great buy and deďŹ nitely worth an inspection. Sorry NO INVESTORS and NO PETS. Inspection As advertised or by appointment Contact Clare Black 0409 763 261 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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Honor Baxter Mount Martha Sales Specialist

IF you fancy a complete change of scene, this astounding coastal property is one that you cannot afford to miss. An astonishing 82-hectares ( 203 acres) of absolute coastal land along with an impressive three bedroom home are here for the taking, all at a figure significantly less than most peninsula median house prices. Built in 2009, the double storey home is well positioned to capture the morning sun and afternoon sea breezes, with pleasant walking tracks meandering through the trees. The home features spotted gum timber floors to the lounge room, which also has a fireplace, there are energy efficient double glazed windows all round, plus two air-conditioning units. The three bedrooms all have built-in robes and to enjoy the splendid aspect there are two outdoor decks. The land is a mix of larger established trees and smaller native flora, with several cleared areas. Less than 20 minutes walk, or a three-minute drive to the the town of Robertsons Beach, which has boat lauching facilites, the larger town of Yarram is about a 15 minute drive north.n

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ADDRESS: 38 Curtis Track, ROBERTSONS BEACH FOR SALE: $650,000 DESCRIPTION: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms AGENT: Tracey Wrigglesworth 0459 342 023 Elders Real Estate, 266 Commercial Road, Yarram, 03 5182 6600

64 High Street, Hastings 03 5979 2489 www.robertsandgreen.com.au

CRIB POINT 5/136 Disney Street FANTASTIC INVESTMENT IN A SUPERB LIFESTYLE LOCATION - Cleverly designed, this immaculate unit has a functional floor plan that maximises living and entertaining space, with a seamless flow through to a landscaped rear garden which benefits from a sunny north-easterly aspect. Securely leased until April 2019. Two bedrooms; master bedroom with walk-in-robe and dual-entry bathroom. Kitchen with stainless steel dishwasher and plenty of storage. n Separate laundry, toilet and bathroom n Dining and lounge room with split system heating and cooling. n Single garage with internal access. n n

Contact Honor today on 0418 148 468 or 5973 5444

For Sale: $350,000 - $380,000 Inspect: By Appointment

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Mornington 6/11 Napier Street

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A Rare Find - Beachside and Renovated Beachside location and meticulously renovated, this two bedroom unit will suit those looking to downsize, first home buyers or the astute investor wishing to add to their portfolio. The striking kitchen with stone bench tops compliments the spacious, light filled living room and separate dining area. There is also a stylish bathroom, two bedrooms - both fitted with built-in robes and a fabulous deck, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Other features on offer include plantation shutters, ducted gas heating, split system air conditioning and single remote garage. Within walking distance to Fishermans Beach, Lilo Cafe and Morningtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bustling Main Street, this low maintenance unit is sure to appeal to those wanting to enjoy the lifestyle Mornington has to offer.

For Sale $580,000-$630,000

Mandy Castle 0407 855 585

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Balnarring Beach 3 Tulum Court

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Ultimate Location

Undoubtedly one of the best locations on Westernport Bay, just 2 doors off the sand. This substantial coastal residence has been tastefully renovated to reflect the modern era of today. The home comprises stunning light filled living areas, master suite opens to wide balcony with views to coastal reserve, full bathroom, generous walk-in robe and storage, 3 additional bedrooms and 2 additional bathrooms. Also features covered outdoor living area overlooking sunny citrus garden, gourmet kitchen and butlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pantry, meals area, ducted heating and cooling, garage, workshop and more.

For Sale Contact Agent

John Hanna 0408 374 334

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Mornington 5976 5900

Bentons Square 5976 8899

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Safety Beach 5 Brindabella Point

Martha Cove’s Most Sought After Address! Just when you thought you had missed the boat and the opportunity to live in the most prestigious position at Martha Cove had sailed by, along comes this superb waterfront allotment. Brindabella Point is the pinnacle of marina living and this level 782m2 parcel of land includes its own 14m berth lot entitlement complete with power and water. The generous 17.51m frontage captures the stunning waterway aspect with views across to Arthurs Seat and beyond. Design your own home and engage the builder of your choice or alternatively add your own touches to the current concept plans to get a head start. You told yourself you hesitated last time and as a result missed out; don’t make the same mistake again!

For Sale $1,125,000-$1,200,000

Stuart Cox 0417 124 707

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Safety Beach 1/11 Sharpley Avenue

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And You Thought Hens Teeth Were Rare! This stunning single level residence is one of only two properties in all of Martha Cove that abut the entrance to the breakwater and Port Phillip Bay making this a truly unique opportunity. Set on approximately 455m2 of land and offering 21 squares of internal living combined with an abundance of outdoor decking areas, the perfect location to sit back, relax and enjoy the constant procession of watercraft. 3 generous sized bedrooms, separate study or a home office, stone bench tops, stainless steel appliances, ducted heating and cooling, double glazing throughout & secure basement parking for 2 cars all add to the property’s appeal. With direct access to the boardwalk you can stroll to the beach in one direction or to the heated in-ground pool & gymnasium reserved for residents and their guests. The successful purchaser will also have the first opportunity to secure berth 25, a 13m freehold marina berth positioned at the entrance to Martha Cove.

For Sale $1,375,000-$1,500,000

Stuart Cox 0417 124 707

Inspect OFI or by appointment

Mornington 5976 5900

Bentons Square 5976 8899

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Tyabb 46 Graydens Road

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Style, Substance & Space! This superb contemporary home solves a quandary often experienced when â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;moving to the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. It astutely offers all of the luxuries and features we come to expect in urban living but with the allure of being surrounded by 14.5 lush acres (approx) only minutes to nearby townships and schools. The as new, custom built residence is ideally suited to the demands of family living and resplendent with a full array of quality fixtures allowing new owners to indulge a passion for horses or other lifestyle pursuits on the magnificent Peninsula.

For Sale $2,150,000-$2,300,000

Cameron McDonald 0418 330 916

Inspect By appointment

Mornington 5976 5900

Bentons Square 5976 8899

LOT 3 - 5112 m2

LOT 10 - 2490 m2

LOT 4 - 3382 m2

LOT 11 - 2501 m2

LOT 5 - 3341 m2

LOT 12 - 2536 m2

LOT 6 - 2648 m2

LOT 13 - 2691 m2

LOT 7 - 2526 m2

LOT 14 - 2946 m2

LOT 8 - 2524 m2

LOT 15 - 3720 m2

LOT 9 - 2482 m2

LOT 16 - 2965 m2

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Jacobs and Lowe believe that the message of Christmas is one of compassion, thoughtfulness and selflessness. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy, just bring a gift into our Main Street Mornington or Bentons Square Mornington office and we will wrap and distribute. All donations will be greatly appreciated. Best wishes for Christmas from your Jacobs and Lowe team.

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$1,165,000 - $1,255,000 open to view by appointment ● Steps from foreshore trails & Birdrock Beach

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● Stylish modern residence with luxurious space

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● Vast open living flowing out to covered alfresco Mornington Peninsula

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Live in a Mornington Beachside Masterpiece! introducing

“THE MATISSE” Perfectly situated on a quiet street in a highly desirable beachside location, and just a 5 minute stroll to the golden sands of Fisherman’s Beach.

1&2/ 14 Nelson Street, Mornington Luxury living awaits you with these brand new four-bedroom townhouses. Each offers 35+ squares of living space, on a generous 450m2 parcel of land. Currently under construction with completion anticipated in July 2018, the intuitive designs were created by an award winning Architect and Interior Designer. Contact Jarrod Carman for further details.

Jarrod Carman | 0423 144 102

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AGENTS CHOICE

FOCUS ON FAMILY

NEAT AS A PIN

SET on park-like grounds that measure about 3040 square metres, this character-filled home is one of comfort, perfectly attuned to the needs of a growing family. Lovely authentic period features grace the interior with the high ceilings complemented by decorative cornices and polished timber floorboards. The master bedroom has an ensuite with corner spa bath and twin vanity unit, plus air-conditioning and from here there is direct access out to the huge entertaining deck which has café blinds. Three more bedrooms – two with built-in robes and a study desk - all share the elegant main bathroom with claw foot bath. A lightfilled open-plan family area incorporates the splendid timber kitchen which showcases a dishwasher, Tasmanian Oak benchtops, a walk-in pantry and a gas cooktop. The rustic charm of a combustion wood fire radiates warmth throughout the nearby lounge and dining zones, yet for convenience there is split system heating and cooling, and zoned ducted heating is throughout the home. Externally there is a large double garage under the roof line complete with toilet and wash basin, and a free-standing workshop has power connected.n

THIS well-maintained property has lovely street appeal, and with first-class presentation inside and out this will be an absolute gem for any first home buyer. There are two living zones which include a spacious living room with gas log-effect heater, ceiling fan and airconditioning, and a bright meals area and family room with woodheater that adjoins the kitchen. The character kitchen has an upright electric stove with gas hotplates and plenty of shelf and cupboard space. All three bedrooms have built-in robes and share the main bathroom. Pleasingly, the home is just as appealing on the outside with the flat 684 square metre block featuring neat gardens, a tandem carport to the front, and towards the back of the block is a double garage with workshop. Opening from the family room is a private undercover entertaining area with ceiling fans. Positioned in a quiet pocket of popular Tyabb, central to many of the attractions on the peninsula, this pleasant home is close to shops, schools and transport.n

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ADDRESS: 127 Urquhart Crescent, BITTERN FOR SALE: $895,000 - $984,000 DESCRIPTION: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car AGENT: Lisa Roberts 0488 910 368Roberts & Green Real Estate, 64 High Street, Hastings, 5979 2489

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ADDRESS: 1 Pine Grove, TYABB FOR SALE: $510,000 - $550,000 DESCRIPTION: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2 car AGENT: Tim Ripper 0434 513 640 - Harcourts, 10/14 High Street, Hastings, 5970 7333

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AUCTION Saturday 16th December @ 11.30am ● Contemporary family home wrapped in soul-soothing gardens ● Spacious design, excellent indoor-outdoor living ● Deluxe stone and stainless steel kitchen Mornington Peninsula

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AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

Mornington 7/6 Lucerne Avenue

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Hay Hay, Don’t Bale Out On This One! 2 bedroom, 1-bath beachside BV unit in ‘Beleura Close’, walk to Main Street, onsite residents’ lagoon-style pool, affordable price tag! Large reserve with children’s playground next door. One of 8, this is the middle unit of 3 northerly-facing villas. Includes SLUG with rear tilt door, full-length patio and semi-ensuite. Well presented, low maintenance, scope to update. Covered alfresco poolside patio with built-in bbq and bathroom facilities. Gas cooktop, WIR and BIR, ducted heating, air-con, ceiling fans. Walk to the Mornington Hotel, 3mins (approx) by car to Mills Beach.

Saturday 16th December at 12:00pm View Saturday 11:30-12:00pm www.harcourts.com.au/VMG27329 Kara James M 0412 939 224 P 03 5970 8000 kara.james@harcourts.com.au Daniel Brooker M 0435 858 244 P 03 5970 8000 daniel.brooker@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Mornington Suite 2/1a Main Street

Call the team that get the results! Lease your investment property with an award winning agency & Let us do the work for you!

Enquire Today 03 5976 1188

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Director/Senior Property Manager E lauren.wild@harcourts.com.au

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Senior Property Manager E morningtonrentals@harcourts.com.au

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Assistant Property Manager Rental Department Manager E ainsely.wescott@harcourts.com.au E shae.trewin@harcourts.com.au

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JUST LISTED

Mornington 1/102 Beleura Hill Road

For Sale

Pride Of Beleura Hill

Price $680,000 - $720,000 View Saturday 10:30-11:00am www.harcourts.com.au/VMG1727363 Kara James M 0412 939 224 P 03 5970 8000 kara.james@harcourts.com.au Daniel Brooker M 0435 858 244 P 03 5970 8000 daniel.brooker@harcourts.com.au

Freestanding 3 bedroom, 2-bath beachside villa unit wrapped in glorious courtyard gardens. Steps to the Beleura Hill Shops, walk to Aldi, Main Street & Bunnings. One of 4, front-row position. North-easterly facing courtyard, covered alfresco patio, nothing needing to be done. Updated kitchen with s/steel appliances, gas cooktop, soft-close cupboards, tiled splashbacks. 2 sets of patio doors, remote single lock-up garage plus single car space. Master with WIR & FES, second bedroom with WIR. Ducted heating, split system air-con, external lighting and blinds.

Harcourts Mornington Suite 2/1a Main Street

Mornington 3/3 Pitt Street LAND 1587sqm The Perfect Fit In Beachside Pitt!

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3 bedroom, 2-bath freestanding beachside villa unit walking distance to Fishermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beach, 200m to Wilsons Road shops. Pine Avenue Reserve at the rear, single-level living, low-maintenance north-facing courtyard. Minutes by car to Main Street, walk to the local preschool. 1 of 3 in a boutique development wrapped in manicured gardens. High ceilings, zoned living, stone and s/ steel kitchen. Private master suite with WIR and FES. Secondary bedrooms with BIRs, lounge with gas log fire. Remote double garage with internal and rear access, split-system air-con, solar panels, water tank. Beautifully presented, blissfully quiet.

Price $710,000 - $760,000 View Saturday 2:00-2:30pm www.harcourts.com.au/VMG27335 Kara James M 0412 939 224 P 03 5970 8000 kara.james@harcourts.com.au Daniel Brooker M 0435 858 244 P 03 5970 8000 daniel.brooker@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Mornington Suite 2/1a Main Street

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JUST LISTED

Mount Eliza 1360 Nepean Highway Spacious And Stylish Family Retreat Walk to Mount Eliza Primary, The Peninsula School and zip to Moondah Beach in minutes from this extensively renovated, spacious family retreat. Contemporary BV 5 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 living, deluxe new stone & s/steel kitchen. Update the wet areas and enjoy a fully renovated home with space for a pool (STCA). New auto gates and circular drive. Zoned living, covered Merbau alfresco entertaining deck, 860sqm (approx). Whirlpool appliances inc premium Italian 900mm induction cooktop plus 2 pyrolytic ovens. New floorboards and carpet. BIRs, master with WIR & FES, ducted heating & evap cooling, ceiling fans, tandem carport. Within easy reach of the village shops.

For Sale

Price $950,000 - $1,000,000 View Saturday 1:30-2:00pm www.harcourts.com.au/VMG27333 Carolyn Cooley M 0430 132 712 P 03 5970 8000 carolyn.cooley@harcourts.com.au Malcolm Parkinson M 0421 704 246 P 03 5970 8000 malcolm.parkinson@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Mornington Suite 2/1a Main Street

Mount Martha 45 Hakea Drive Cul-De-Sac Haven Close To The Beach Solid 4 bedroom, 2-bath family home on 955sqm (approx) in a quiet cul-de-sac 5 minutesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to Birdrock Beach. Meticulously maintained, 22 square house, 1 owner. Enjoy as is, or apply a cosmetic update. 2 living rooms, big back yard with covered alfresco patio, lock-up garage with car hoist (negotiable), water feature, fish pond, garden shed, lawn. 2 Belling stainless steel ovens, 900m 5-burner Bosch gas cooktop. 200m to Dunns Road Reserve, Bentons Square close by. Off-street parking for up to 9 vehicles, master with floor-to-ceiling his & hers mirrored walk-through robes. 2-car carport, exceptional insulation, wood heater, split system heating & air-conditioning, premium 5kW solar system.

LAND 955sqm

For Sale

Price $850,000 - $920,000 View By Appointment www.harcourts.com.au/VMG27334 Carolyn Cooley M 0430 132 712 P 03 5970 8000 carolyn.cooley@harcourts.com.au Malcolm Parkinson M 0421 704 246 P 03 5970 8000 malcolm.parkinson@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Mornington Suite 2/1a Main Street

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“Mornington’s Number 1 Most Recommended Agent! A great agent, with the team and service to match”

Discerning buyers with an eye for style and quality will not want to miss this. Due for completion in December 2017, these two stunning, 3 bed, 2 storey Artist impression only

townhouses are located at 7 Kooyonga Grove, Mornington. They sit directly opposite a large park and offer a privileged coastal lifestyle opportunity with top of the range Miele appliances, and just minutes to fabulous

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Joel Hood | 0429 886 188 Corey Liddell| 0434 220 332

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Licensed Estate Agent

Executive Assistant to Joel Hood

0429 886 188

0458 256 784

Corey Liddell

Adrian Calcedo

Buyers Manager

Lead Buyers Manager

0434 220 322

0402 703 236

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COUNTRY & COASTAL

Real Estate WILLUNG Thirteen Mile Road 3

Secluded Hideaway In the midst of the Mullungdung State Forest, this two storey barn-style house is in prime position for bushwalking, bike riding, horse riding or exploring. Open style living with a wood heater, solar power, rustic features and two large balconies to watch the kangaroos grazing on your doorstep. The property measures approx 4 acres with outbuildings including one large machinery shed, one smaller shed with mechanics pit, and a chicken coup.

Web ID16857841

SEASPRAY Boyces Road

3 BENGWORDEN 2045 Bengworden Road

Bush Block Near Beach

30 Acre Farmlet

• 190Ac ( 77 ha) fronting Merrimans Creek • Mostly natural bushland with clearing • Power connected to property • Complete privacy

• Ridgetop residence • Timber floors, open fire place • Workshop - Barn • Artesian bore & dam • 30 Acres with 5 paddocks

$210,000 Web ID 18087295

$365,000 Web ID 18306882

PORT ALBERT 38 South Street

PORT ALBERT 32 Spring Road

Land With Lease

Stylish And Spacious

Boarding / Breeding Kennels

Relax and Enjoy

• Contemporary, high raked ceilings • Spacious open plan living areas • Upstairs mater bedroom with WIR & FES • Kitchen with modern appliances • Outdoor balcony

• 2 acres (approx.) with 3BR cottage • Lounge with wood heater & air-con • Formerly used for dog breeding & boarding kennels complete with hydro bath, day yards & individual enclosures. • Large, secure sheds

• Double storey with views • Spacious upstairs balcony • Double carport and large shed • Light, airy and tidy home

• 100 acres with industrial scale shed, with power, on long term lease • Dual road access/Corner block • Elevated home site (STCA) • Minutes to 90 Mile Beach

Web ID 18037840

$375,000 Web ID 10374985

WOODSIDE NORTH 4 1 778 Carrajung-Woodside Rd

WOODSIDE BEACH 27 Byrnes Road

$420,000 Web ID 18091216

$395,000

SEASPRAY McGuiness Road

WOODSIDE 29 High Street

$460,000 neg. Web ID 18201145

WOODSIDE 24 Cupples Road

ROBERTSONS BEACH 38 Curtis Track

$249,000

Bring The Horse

Ocean Views

Creek Frontage

Coastal Acreage

• 3 acre lifestyle property with stunning farmland views • Timber floors, wood heater • Stable, dam, natural bush • Close to State forest

• 3/4 acre (approx.) block • Wide verandahs • Open plan kitchen & dining • Garage with power • Perfect for a beach holiday all year round.

• 12 acres in two titles • Powered shed with water tank • Natural bushland & pasture • Minutes to beach/boat ramp

• 203 acres (approx.) near the coast • Impressive residence with spotted gum floorboards and wood heater • Mix of bush and cleared areas with walking tracks

Web ID 18080814

$297,000 Web ID 17838460

$297,000 Web ID 18305660

$275,000 Web ID 18240690

SEASPRAY Seaspray Road

LOCH SPORT 75 Wattle Grove

Coatal Development

Superb Views

Industrial Highway Frontage

Looks Like New

• 46 acre (approx.) subdivision, zoned LOR2 • Previous planning permit for 29 lots • Predominately 1 acre+ blocks • Views out to Ninety Mile Beach

• Stunning water views across Lake Victoria • 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Separate living area downstairs + 2BR’s • Upper balcony with 8-person Spa • Quality workmanship throughout

• 86M frontage to Princes Highway • 2.2 acres (.88ha) Industrial 1 site • Several sheds of varying size • Office area • Separate 3 bedroom accommodation

• 4 acre farmlet with superb views • High quality 6 year old house • Award winning design, spacious & light • Large shed with power • Horse facilities

Web ID 17857517

GREG 0428 826 600

$510,000 Web ID 10050168

YARRAM 4 135 Buckleys Island Road

$850,000

Elders Real Estate SALE

Ph: 03 51444444

TRACEY 0427 444 044

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$600,000 Web ID 10974149

ROSEDALE 3 2188 Princes Highway

$650,000

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JUST UNDER 1 ACRE IN CRIB POINT If space is what you’re after, this is the one for you! A 4 bedroom, country style cedar home occupies this wonderful block with all its original fixtures and fittings, two large living areas, central kitchen, front & back verandah and gas coonara - Potential to renovate and create a beautiful family home. Outside features veggie patch, fruit trees, wood sheds, chicken house and a HUGE SHED with mezzanine plus an office/studio perfect for those working from home. A large, flat block of land located in the quiet streets of Crib Point represents a great opportunity for tradies, renovators and families looking to upsize, renovate the house or build a new home of your dreams. This property is true value for money and won’t last long.

CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

WATERVIEWS, ACREAGE & TWO DWELLINGS

PRICE $690,000 - $740,000 VIEW Saturday 12:00 -12:30pm AGENT Richard whitehead 0412 328 718

CRIB POINT 51 URQUHART CRESCENT

PRIVATE, SPACIOUS & CONVENIENT The front unit of only two on the block, located a few minutes walk to shops, cafes, restaurants and the beautiful marina & foreshore. Enter through the large front porch and be greeted by a spacious living area with gas wall furnace and air conditioner, adjoining is the meals area leading to walk through kitchen with gas stove top. Off the hallway are three bedrooms all with BIR’s, central main bathroom with walk in shower and a separate toilet, large laundry, and an enclosed single carport with roller door. Outside also features a secure and private front courtyard plus low maintenance pathways around the house. Tastefully landscaped with easy to maintain gardens, the convenient location of this property would make it very attractive to downsizers, investors and first home buyers. A fantastic opportunity in the heart of Hastings. Let until 16/12/17.

CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

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FRENCH ISLAND 489 MT WELLINGTON ROAD

HASTINGS 31 SPRING STREET

Set on a generous 757m2 block of land and located only a short walk from local Primary Schools, the beautiful Hastings Foreshore and Local Shopping Precinct lies this refreshed, solid brick veneer home. Boasting fresh paint, flooring and blinds you can move straight into this property he house comprises 3 large bedrooms all with BIR’s, high ceilings, a large kitchen/meals area adjoining a light filled living area with gas wall furnace and split system, central main bathroom with separate toilet room, ceiling fans throughout, large linen cupboard and separate laundry. Outside you are greeted by a spacious yard and covered entertaining area, single car garage/ workshop plus carport with a separate piece of land to the right perfect for caravan or boat storage

CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

PRICE $480,000 VIEW By Appointment AGENT Tayla Schoots 0415 517 340

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PRICE $995,000 VIEW By Appointment AGENT Phil Bock 0438 497 715

POTENTIAL SUBDIVISION (S.T.C.A)

PRICE $450,000 - $460,000 VIEW Saturday 3:00 -3:30pm AGENT Richard whitehead 0412 328 718

Kylie Minogue was once a neighbour here but lots of stars can still be seen from this 3-4 bedroom home with self-contained two-bedroom bungalow, all set on 100 magnificent acres. The architecturally designed home comprises 3 bedrooms + study, master with ENS & WIR, open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area flooded with natural light, leading to wrap around entertainers deck affording spectacular views over the National Park & Westernport Bay, especially at sunrise and sunset. More features includes separate laundry & w/c, two fireplaces, polished floorboards, beautiful feature ceilings, plenty of rainwater tanks, large shed with carport and a fully off-grid energy system, including solar hot water. The bungalow perfect for B&B or Rental with own separate drive/ entrance & all amenities. This impressive property ticks all the boxes!

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Construction has commenced and your new castle awaits in this new boutique residential develoment of just four single-storey villas. With only one site remaining, this is the final opportunity to purchase in this niche complex close to Bentons Square shopping, medical facilities, schools and parkland.

Available with only a $15,000 DEPOSIT* Contact Don McKenzie 0419 955 177

*balance of 10% payable within three months of signing

‘Old English Lane’

257 Dunns Road, MORNINGTON

ONLY ONE LOT LEFT

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Baxter

94 Baxter-Tooradin Road COMMERCIAL FREEHOLD The tenant, Bubbles Dog Grooming business has been established for 30 plus years. Exceptional reliable tenant Building area 80m2 approx n Vacant land area at the rear of 61m2 approx n Close to Peninsula Link, Eastlink, Frankston Freeway n Rent return of $9600 per annum + Outgoings n

FOR SALE $580,000

Michelle Adams

0407 743 858

Mornington

24/1140 Nepean Highway WAREHOUSE FOR SALE Mornington Industrial Park 185m2 approx of warehouse space n Rear roller door access n Vacant Possession n Shared common area parking n

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SOLD Michelle Adams

0407 743 858

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996 Nepean Highway FOR SALE OUTSTANDING DEVELOPMENT SITE Take advantage of over 26,000 cars passing daily Land Size: 1798m2 approx n Zoning: Commercial 2 n Offered with short term lease in place n Surrounded by Nationally recognised brands n n

Joseph Carbone

0418 351 316

FOR SALE $3,000,000

Frank Vinci

0418 375 375

Michelle Adams

0407 743 858 Peter Skewes

0417 364 035

Mornington 61 Watt Road

STAGE 3 HAS NOW BEEN RELEASED - LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE!

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With three lots already sold, be quick to secure your place! Peninsula Business Park on Watt Road, Mornington Register your interest in Stage 3 to avoid disappointment n Opportunities for Investors, Owner Occupiers & Tenants n Stylish development with warehouses & office space n Available for sale or lease n Ranging in size from 323m2 to 1273m2 n

FOR SALE Starting from $759,050

Mornington 03 5976 5900

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Mount eliza

New listiNg

56 Mount Eliza Way RETAIL SHOP FOR LEASE - MT ELIZA VILLAGE Now is your chance to operate your business from this amazing location for a 12 month term until the site is redeveloped, then secure your interest for this fabulous new building. n n

55m2 approx Property Available 4th of January 2018

FOR leAse $2218pcm + gst + Ogs

Michelle Adams

0407 743 858

Mornington

175 Main Street MAIN STREET FOR LEASE A great position on Main Street is now available for lease A space of approximately 43m2, suitable for office or retail use n Plenty of foot traffic n Allocated car space n Available now

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FOR leAse $2600pcm + GST + Ogs

Mornington

Mornington 9 Bennetts Road n n n

FOR leAse $2400pcm + gst + Ogs

Michelle Adams

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tyabb

Hastings

5 Lamandra Place n n n

2/1879 Frankston-Flinders Road

Brand new factory for lease in Tyabb 225m2 approx Carpeted office with split system

FOR leAse $1900pcm + gst + Ogs

Mornington 03 5976 5900

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Michelle Adams

0407 743 858

500m2 approx with front and rear entry 3 phase power Office, kitchen and toilet

FOR leAse $3,183.48pcm + gst + Ogs

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Michelle Adams

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Michelle Adams

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140m2 approx with heating & cooling Executive office spaces with reception Lift from the basement carpark & 5 spots

FOR leAse $3500pcm + gst + Ogs

Michelle Adams

0407 743 858

33 Speed Circuit

248m2 approx including office space Secure rear yard & fully fenced secure front yard Kitchenette & toilet facilities

FOR leAse $1380pcm + Ogs

tyabb

43 Glendale Avenue n

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0407 743 858

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203m2 approx Fully fitted office with heating and cooling Roller door

FOR leAse $1600pcm + gst + Ogs

Michelle Adams

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Level 2, 2/315 Main Street

Warehouse with street frontage in Peninsula Business Park Office/Showroom 108m2, W/H 258m2 approx

FOR leAse $3,333.34pcm + gst + Ogs

0407 743 858

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71 Watt Road

250m2 building approx Small secure yard at the front Available Now

Michelle Adams

The staff at Kevin Wright Real Estate wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Safe New Year.

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Auction - Mornington

2/10 Blamey Place MORNINGTON

MORNINGTON FREEHOLD AUCTION • Fantastic position central to Main Stret • Rare freehold opportunity in Mornington • Will return approximately 65,000pa (Based on average Mornington rentals) • Building area of 216sqm • Includes 4 x car spaces separately titled.

26 McLaren Place MORNINGTON

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Auction - Mornington

FREEHOLD IN THE HEART OF MORNINGTON • Ideal Superannuation Investment • A-grade tenants with long leases • Net income of approx. $115,000 • Lift Access/Balcony

FOR SALE BY AUCTION Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Business Sale - Mornington

For Lease - Rosebud

Business Sale – Mount Eliza

Business Sale - Mornington

FOR SALE BY AUCTION Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Main Street Marvel

When Location Matters

• Prime location in the heart of Main Street • Approx 160sqm of retail space • Excellent street frontage • New Lease available

• 300sqm factory with high clearance • Street frontage opposite Bunnings for great exposure • Kitchen and Bathroom amenities with shower • Private driveways with car parking

Sale Price: $60,000 fit-out only Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454 Alisha Maestrale 0400 700 169

Lease Price: $2,500pcm+GST+OG Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454 Alisha Maestrale 0400 700 169

For Lease – Mornington

Mornington’s Premier Restaurant

Conrads Restaurant

Sale Price: $310,000 Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454 Alisha Maestrale 0400 700 169

Sale Price: Contact Agent Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

• Great position for any bar or restaurant businesses • Attractive leasing package • Huge space with deck and bay views • Fantastic commercial Kitchen

•Priced for quick sale •Two commercial kitchens on two levels •Long term lease package •Well established business

For Lease - Mornington

OVER 20 YEARS STRONG ON THE MORNINGTON PENINSULA • Based in the heart of Mornington.

Industrial Agency on the Mornington Peninsula. • Specialising in Business Sales, Leasing and Industrial Sales.

Hey Hey Hey, It’s Albert Street

•Restaurant in busy Mornington available to lease. •Excellent long term lease package available. •Property comes with a grease trap. •Ample public parking opposite. •Corner position.

If you want to know what’s happening in the Commercial Real Estate scene, give Kevin a call on 0417 564 454.

Lease Price: $5,400pcm+GST+OG Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

For Lease – Mornington

For Lease - Mornington

SUITES ON McLAREN 5 LEASED - 3 REMANING Call Us Now, As These Spaces Won’t Last Long

Lease Price: From $195 per week Kevin Wright 0417 564 454 Alisha Maestrale 0400 700 169

Business Sale - Hastings

Mornington Industrial

• 120 sqm factory with mezzanine • 3 large offices and kitchen area • Parking, air-conditioning • Available Feb 2018

Lease Price: $1,450pcm+GST+OG Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454 Alisha Maestrale 0400 700 169

Properties For Lease

Business Sale - Mornington

OFFICES FOR LEASE (Mornington unless specified) 1/26 McLaren Place

U OF ND FE ER R

• Small office spaces overlooking Mornington Centro • Outgoings and WiFi included • Lift Access / Kitchen and bathroom facilities

U OF ND FE ER R

• The only exclusively Commercial and

Prime Main Street Position

• Prime Retail Position • Long Term Lease Package • In excess of 200sqm • Ready to Occupy

Lease Price: $5,500pcm + GST + OGS Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454 Alisha Maestrale 0400 700 169

Mornington Park Fish and Chips • Great opportunity to secure fantastic family business • Steady takings, profitable business • Attractive lease • 4BR residence above the shop included in the lease

Sale Price: $120,000 Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454 Alisha Maestrale 0400 700 169

For Sale - Mornington Peninsula

Business Sale - Tyabb

From $185pw+GST inc OG

212 Karingal Dr Frankston-19sqm

$1,100pcm+GST+OG

6/356 Main Street - 105sqm

$2,950pcm+GST+OG

11 Railway Grove – Varying sizes

Price On Application

4/15 Carbine Way - From 12sqm

From $750pcm+GST

Suite 2, Level 3/28 Main Street -14sqm

$1,300pcm+GST+SF

FACTORIES FOR LEASE (Mornington unless specified) 16 Peacock Rd Somerville – 200sqm

$1,584pcm+GST+OG

16 Peacock Rd Somerville – 250sqm

$1,980pcm+GST+OG

6/27 Progress Street – 120sqm

UNDER OFFER

2/6 Jennings Court, Rosebud - 400sqm

$2,500pcm+GST+OG

10 Thamer Street Rosebud – 300sqm

$2,500pcm+GST+OG

12 Thamer Street Rosebud – 300sqm

LEASED

132 Browns Road Boneo – 260sqm

$1,517pcm+GST+OG

SHOPS FOR LEASE (Mornington unless specified)

Opportunity Awaits

• Located in the heart of High Street Hastings • High foot traffic close to post office, banks & newsagent • Popular café with funky décor, friendly staff & great menu • Great long term lease package

Sale Price: $59,950 Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454 Alisha Maestrale 0400 700 169

PH: (03) 5977 2255

Healthy Body – Healthy Mind

• A1 tenant with long lease • Recent upgrade of all equipment on site • Currently leased as successful carwash • Excellent long term investment

• High Exposure with main road frontage • Health food Café • Yoga studio at rear of premises • Brand new fitout with great lease package

Sale Price: $750,000 Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454 Alisha Maestrale 0400 700 169

Sale Price: $85,000 Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

www.kevinwrightre.com.au

$5,500pcm+GST+OG

68-74 Ocean Beach Road Sorrento - 72sqm

$2,700pcm+GST+OG

1E Albert Street – 102sqm

$5,100+GST+OG

118 Main Street - 575sqm

Price on Application

STORAGE UNIT (Mornington unless specified) 18/10 Blamey Place – 17.5sqm

$480pcm+GST

MISCELLANEOUS: Mornington Golf Club – 200sqm

$5,000pcm+GST+OG

Contact: Office on 5977 2255

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“If you are in the shipping channel, don’t put your anchor down. It’s illegal”

PAUL WORSTELING IFISH Host

Waterside Restricted Zones in Force Unauthorised entry into the 100 meter waterside restricted zones around Long Island Point and Crib Point Jetties as indicated by specially marked yellow piles and signage is prohibited.

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Partnership set to restore hotel Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au THE owner of the Continental hotel in Sorrento, Julian Gerner, has entered into a joint venture partnership with property developer, Steller. Under the terms of the deal Steller will refurbish and renovate the 1875 icon and then lease it back to Mr Gerner to run as a going concern. The announcement is likely to calm critics worried it might fall further into disrepair after lying idle since Mr Gerner took over from long-term owners the Di Pietro family in mid-2016 for a reported $13 million. Two years of inactivity at the gateway to the main street is “not a good look”, Sorrento-Portsea Chamber of Commerce vice-president Marc Clavin said. The National Trust-listed Ocean Beach Rd hotel built in 1875 by the “Father of Sorrento”, comedian, actor, entrepreneur and politician George Coppin, is believed to be the largest limestone building in the Southern Hemisphere. Since taking over Mr Gerner has won contentious planning approvals for extensive redevelopments behind the old pub, even getting the go-ahead to buy a rear car park for $1.98 million – a windfall which he described recently as the “missing link” in the hotel’s viable future. He now has a piece of the action in the $22 million redevelopment that will feature a public bar and bistro, restaurant, dining room and cham-

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pagne bar, two function rooms, 38 hotel rooms, cafe, gymnasium, day spa, 25-metre lap pool, deck, spa, sauna and steam room, car park and 16 apartments. Steller managing director Nicholas Smedley said “building works will complement and enhance the existing herit-

age and provide a landmark tourist destination for the Mornington Peninsula”. “Sorrento has grown significantly over the past decade and continues to evolve with year-round population and tourism,” he said. “Steller has had a close eye on the historic hotel since Julian announced plans for restoration.”

Attention Schools, sporting clubs

Mr Gerner said the “magnificent limestone building [is] deserving of restoration and preservation”. “I am very proud to be the new custodian of the Continental hotel and to breathe life back into a Sorrento landmark,” he said. Work will start early next year with

a completion date set for early in 2019. Mr Gerner took over the Beach Shack in 2013 and, since then, has opened the Norfolk Pines Wine Bar and Morgan’s Fish & Chipper. He lives in Sorrento with his wife and young family.

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Faer y Emmaas Christm! Show ial) s essent (booking

THE Peninsulas FRESHEST MARKET

So m fun fuch o the r kids !

Saturday 16th December 9am to 2pm A unique market set under a stringy bark canopy showcasing the ver y best makers, creators, growers, designers and collectors from the Peninsula and beyond. 230+ stallholders, live music, kids entertainment, workshops, gourmet food & fresh produce!

Emu Plains Reser ve Balnarring Racecourse, Coolar t Rd

www.emuplainsmarket.com.au $4 parking to support Westernport Rotary & Emu Plains Reser ve. Sorry, no four legged friends. ATM on site!

MERRY XMAS and happy new year from the EPM

LETTERS

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

Schoolies! No warning A week of hell. Heat, humidity and schoolies. As Gough would say “Well may we say ‘God save the Queen’, because nothing saved me from the first week compliments of Schoolies” (“Schoolies light up” The News 5/12/17). Not only next door (six units) but on the foreshore organised by “Sure Thing. Rye Schoolies”, drawing thousands to haunt me complete with speakers facing south? Five years of schoolies no problem, but this lot alongside (plus the foreshore fiends) reached new heights. “Looking after the safety and wellbeing of the schoolies” apparently, but I ask four reasonable question: Who looked after us? Who at the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council approved this? Why? And, most important, why wasn’t I warned? A week of selfish, screaming, singing, boom boom music, together with those do-gooders (no doubt Green voters) who organised the Rye foreshore explosion. Gone forever, hopefully. Cliff Ellen, Rye

Not always men In The News of 5 December is a government advertisement stating “family violence has no good days”. This is the truth, of course, but it is unilaterally focused on men as perpetrators. All categories of family violence can be perpetrated by people of both genders. I am associated with a men’s group and I see good and true men suffering extraordinarily. The greatest supporters of these men are women, but men are so circumspect now. The post-separation incidence of male suicide is 40 per cent, typically men 35 to 45 years. This exceeds all the road deaths, homicides and deaths of our people in Bali by far. There are only ineffective and pusillanimous attempts to correct the situation and I have a solution, but would only evoke an “oh yes” situation. The advertisement goes on about “respect women”, and we should, but we should surely respect all people - disrespect is not gendered. I see kids used as chattels by people, which is grievous and upsetting. Boys grow up wondering what they have done wrong by being male. As for the grub Harvey Weinstein, if you in any way endorse his behaviour you need to see someone. I suppose there are female equivalents to Weinstein but I don’t want to think about it. Give men a break this Christmas. These frenzies of misandry have been going on for years but, most of all, having happy children is best of all. Tony Nicholl, Mt Eliza

Paying the price I agree with Cliff Ellen (“Comment and confession” Letters 5/12/17) that indiscretions of a sexual nature 20 years ago are only now brought to the public’s attention. Why not then? Are they fabrications, exaggerations? This is happening worldwide, but only to the rich and famous. I recall that when I was a 20 to 30-something you would be hit over the head with a handbag if you did not acknowledge the attractiveness of a woman, even if only with a whistle or a word. However, women were women then: beautiful,

sensuous, feminine, attractive, creatures and we all did what came naturally, as Doris Day sang in one of her hit songs. Sure, some women objected to attention, so we let them be and they ended up marrying an accountant. Assuredly, I have been accosted, molested, propositioned, touched and compromised, or better, by various women on various occasions. The married women were the worst, but many of us regarded their marriage as sacrosanct, so no go. Again assuredly, the only reason I have not been accused of sexual indiscretions from 20 or 30 or so years ago is that, sadly, I have neither fame nor money to sue for. Brian A. Mitchelson, Mornington

Lads, we need to talk Driving along, you see a girl walking down the street, so you honk your horn, whistle or call out to show your appreciation, right? Wrong. Most women don’t like this at all. It’s not “a compliment”. Our recent “Young people and walking” study found this type of behaviour makes young women aged 15-20 feel vulnerable and unsafe while walking. The study of more than 1000 young people commissioned by Victoria Walks and Youth Affairs Council of Victoria and funded by VicHealth found 40 per cent of our young people do not feel safe walking in their community. Only 15 per cent of young women feel safe walking after dark. A top concern was being approached by strangers. Walking is very important to young people’s health. Our study showed they walk to get to places and to relax. With the costs of the growing obesity epidemic we need to encourage physical activity. Females particularly like walking. Victoria Walks is calling on local and state governments to invest in making our streets safer and easier for young people to walk so they can develop healthy habits as they transition to adulthood. But we need males to reconsider their actions. Young women, many as young as 15, told us they are regularly harassed while walking. We don’t tolerate this sort of behaviour in schools and workplaces. Men who think it is OK to objectify women in public places should take a good hard look at themselves, grow up and stop it. Ben Rossiter, executive officer, Victoria Walks,

Equality rules Maureen Federico’s ‘No’ vote fears (Letters 28/11/17) listed her concerns about the recent ‘yes’ vote for marriage equality. I am at a complete loss as to why the skin complexion of the parents and child Maureen discussed is relevant in any way, and I am angered and disgusted that child mistreatment was implied. Maureen asked many questions and I have one for her: Would she rather a child be raised by two same sex parents in a loving and supportive

environment or in an out of touch, ill informed, prejudiced one? Unfortunately, I already know her response. Her letter epitomises the ‘no’ campaign - scaremongering at its best (or should that be worst?). According to Maureen when it comes to not having a mother, “No man can fill this void”. Not all women are born to be mothers and many, many people are raised wonderfully by their fathers. Australia is undeniably in support of marriage equality. Move on Maureen. Jane Nott, Somerville

Screen scream Which genius at the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council thought that putting up screens on the median strip through the Mt Eliza village shopping centre was a good idea? It was difficult enough for motorists to navigate through and avoid pedestrians because of sight blockages from signs and vegetation and now the council has added another hazard. The screens make it almost impossible for motorists to see children or shorter adults on the pedestrian crossings until the last second when they suddenly appear in front of the vehicle. Did anybody at the council actually think before proceeding with this installation? Robin Cooper, Mt Eliza

CCTV unused Mt Eliza Chamber of Commerce is to be congratulated with its inspirational street decorations. Don’t see any of our rates at work from [Mornington Peninsula] shire contributions and not a local councillor within cooee. Pity that some lowlife continues to graffiti and spoil the overall happy effect. Not only does the main bus stop and shelter get dumped upon, but also private businesses and government offices. The shire has appropriately demounted the baby anti-graffiti sign which got tagged by the lowlife perp, and even its own signs get tagged too. When will someone utilise the CCTV cameras that cover the main street and surely must be recording the hooded neanderthal lower than a dingo’s what’s it that crawls out from under his rock after dark and drops his CROC tag around our beautiful village? Surely the Mornington police or the shire’s environmental protection team, could actually use the expensive CCTV to catch the crim who despoils our lovely locale? The daubings will be removed, but it is always the unpaid public who has to do it and not the proper authorities or prosecuted perp. Ian Morrison, convenor Mt Eliza Community Alliance

Ditch the ditch The Sky Rail debate that ended up placing our future trains in flood prone ditches is a serious mistake. The recent heavy rain flooded many lines and stopped trains, with commuters stranded uncomfortably and unable to get home. Station St, Edithvale was flooded, its drains unable to cope with even the most moderate rainfall. I could imagine future flooding rains cascading down the walls of the railway trench and stopping trains entering safely. The high voltage DC electric current is an unfriendly companion to passengers on a stalled train. How foolish the choice of a damp and

expensive ditch with its additional costs on moving pipelines and cables. Sky Rail gave a gift of open space to enjoy but government, it seems, is blind. Les Williams, Edithvale

Medical precinct The proposed $250 million redevelopment of Frankston Hospital with clinical teaching and research areas in partnership with Monash University is fantastic news for Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula. The project proposed by Peninsula Health and announced at its annual meeting last week will create 1000 jobs including 500 long-term jobs for doctors, nurses, allied health professionals and administration staff. Our region’s population will increase by 50 per cent in the next 30 years. But job growth lags well behind: our area has fewer than 28 local jobs per 100 residents. A medical precinct would lead the region’s future economic prosperity and job growth. Health and education are two of our biggest employers. With investment, both sectors can create many new jobs including long-term, wellpaid ones. The project also will ensure residents, especially older people and those with serious illnesses, have access to quality healthcare without travelling to Melbourne. We can have a world-leading medical precinct to tackle important age-related health issues, chronic conditions, and social health issues. The region is uniquely placed to drive and benefit from research into age-related health issues as the peninsula has the second-highest elderly population in Victoria. More than 30 per cent of residents are over 60, almost twice the metropolitan average. Our region has a large population, and deserves healthcare that can fulfil most medical needs except perhaps trauma and neurology. I look forward to a time when specialist doctors are based here and travel to Melbourne to consult rather than the other way round. Now we need all levels of government to support redevelopment plans. I urge both the Andrews government and the Matthew Guy-led opposition to commit to this vital investment. With proper investment and support, Frankston Hospital and Monash University’s Peninsula campus and will form the hub of a vibrant and integrated health, business and education precinct. Fred Harrison, president, Committee for Greater Frankston

Dog problem I sympathise with Neville Green (“Sounds of dogs” Letters 28/11/17). I have suffered barking dogs from two neighbouring houses with no relief. I have heard two dogs bark daily for 13 years. I have had seven different rangers on my case over the years. It is a shame Mornington Peninsula Shire doesn’t take the complaints about annoying barking dogs seriously, as it has with party houses. I am unable to enjoy my own surrounds because of four large dogs constantly barking. My problem could be rectified if the neighbours co-operated . Help please. Norma Cornish, Rye

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100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...

Foreign citizenship results in disqualification Compiled by Brodie Cowburn TO THE VICTORIAN MOTHERS OF SOLDIERS. You who have already done so much for Australia by giving your sons, brothers or husbands to fight for Liberty, have now a great opportunity to help those whose glorious valor has won for themselves, and for the Commonwealth, a name that will live for ever. Do you wish reinforcements to be sent to your dear ones at the front? They only need 7000 men from Australia every month, one man every working day of the week from each electorate in Victoria. At present they are only getting 1000 men a month, and out of every hundred of those men there are 27 under twenty-one boys whose halfmatured bodies cannot bear the strain of war; and in every hundred men there are 21 married men, many of them with big families of tiny children: and amongst the other men who go are returned men going forth again. And all this time there are in Victoria 100,000 single men who are now leaving the defence of our country to married men, old men, and boys. Do not fail your own flesh and blood. Do not be false to Australia. Do not be duped by the enemies in our midst. Send the right men to help your own at the Front, by voting YES on December 20th. Yours sincerely, W. M. HUGHES, Prime Minister *** MR J. H. Lister, MP, will address a public meeting at the Frankston Mechanics Hall Tuesday evening to promote the reply of ‘Yes’ at the forthcoming election. *** THE Chief Electoral Officer has been inundated with queries from persons who are doubtful concerning their inclusion in the list of disqualified electors. In order that all doubt may be removed, Mr Oldham stated yesterday that the following persons are disqualified from voting on 20th December : (i) Every naturalised British subject who was born in an enemy country within the meaning of the War Precautions (Military Service Referendum) Regulations 1917. (ii) Every person whose father was born in an enemy country within the meaning of the War Precautions (Military Service Referendum Regulations 1917. *** MRS Dodd, of Chelsea, announces that she is erecting waiting rooms and lavatory opposite the station, for convenience of passengers, and also that she runs a cab to the Dandenong Market every Tuesday, and to the Frankston market fortnightly on Wednesdays. Return fares 2s. *** THE blind entertainers gave a concert at the Frankston hall on Monday evening in aid of the Home for Adult Blind. A good programme was gone through, which was much enjoyed by those present. The home will benefit to the extent of nearly £5 as a result. *** THE Frankston Wattle Club will entertain a party of soldiers on Sunday afternoon next, and on Monday a party of three hundred interstate soldiers will be entertained at lunch. This means a considerable amount of hard work, but let us not grow weary in well doing, and give our own boys a hearty welcome home. *** A VERY fine Referendum meeting was held at Seaford on Saturday evening. Mr Fox gave a most telling speech and the masterful manner in which he showed that it was the duty of all who had the welfare of Australia at heart, to give the government power to send help to our worn out boys at the front, deeply impressed the large audience. When moving a vote of thanks to Mr Fox the speaker mentioined that as soon as the result of the last Referendum was pubished the Germans

in the trenches opposite the Australians hoisted up a large placard bearing: “Scum of the earth, your mates have turned you down” and quite a sensation was caused by a man in the audience calling out “That’s true they did I saw them do it”. By request he stood up and described the incident, adding, “I ignorantly voted no, but by heavens I’ll vote Yes this time.” *** CR A. May gave a most impressive address at Frankston, on the 7th inst. in support of the conscription movement. The hall was well filled, and for an hour and a half he had the full attention of his bearers. He is a lucid and fluent speaker and evidently knows what he is talking about. He was accorded a hearty vote of thanks the close of his speech. *** LAST Wednesday afternoon, December 5th, Brigadier General Williams attended the Somerville State School for the purpose of unveiling the school Honor Board and naming the avenue where the trees are planted to memorise the boy’s at the war. He was received by a Guard of Honor from the Langwarrin Military Camp, and the school children, who were lined up under the charge of their teachers, Mr White, Mr Farnington and Miss Cole. There was a splendid attendance of the residents, relatives and friends of the soldiers. *** A VERY successful Snowball Tea, given by Mrs Moloney, resulted in a profit of £7 1s being handed to the organiser, Mrs Maxwell, towards the funds of the Red Cross Society. The Secretary wishes to acknowledge donations of bags for Langwarrin Cheer, and would be glad if any further donations be in not later than Tuesday 18th *** THE Red Cross social at Tyabb held on Saturday last, passed off very successfully and there was a good attendance. During the evening Mrs Woodhouse sang and Mr Ben King gave a recitation. Accompaniments were played by Mrs Boe and Miss Woodhouse. Dancing was freely indulged in, the music being supplied by Messrs Gibson and Chalwell. Our four latest returned soldiers could not attend, all having gone back to Hospital, but they hope to be present at a later date. *** J. H. LISTER M.P. will address a public meeting on Tuesday Dec. 18th at 8 o’clock in the Frankston Mechanics’ Hall to promote the reply of “YES” at the forthcoming referendum. *** MRS L. E. Westly and Mr H. D. Westly as executors of Charles Wright, deceased, have forwarded to the various charities that are beneficiaries under the half-yearly or quarterly instalments now due, ranging from £5 to £60. The list also includes £50 for the poor of Schnapper Point and Hastings. *** ARRANGEMENTS have now been made whereby tickets in The “Kitchener” Flag Grand Art Union are obtainable at all news agents throughout the country. If any difficulty is experienced in obtaining either the Art Union Tickets for the great £3,601 Raffle or the 1s Photographic Reproduction Cards, the Hon. Organisers would be pleased to supply direct. *** From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 15 December 1917

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The Emergency Superstar DJ Fiasco By Stuart McCullough THEY said it was ‘urgent’. Immediately, I sprang into action, which is to say that I managed to free myself from the couch momentarily and shuffle towards the laptop at a pace that wouldn’t trouble a glacier. What on earth could they want? Was I equipped to handle an emergency? Would I finally have an excuse to use the ‘siren’ function on my car? Only time would tell. This call to action was far from random. It came from a store with whom I had recently placed an ‘on-line’ order that I dearly hoped would be filled. In particular, I had ordered a vocoder. I’ll admit that it’s something of an obscure item. I strongly suspect that most people wouldn’t recognize vocoder if they fell over one while it was wearing a badge that said, ‘Hi! My name is Vocoder’. Put simply, it’s a piece of musical equipment that does weird and wonderful things to your voice, which is useful if, for some odd reason, you want to sound either weird or wonderful. I searched high and low for somewhere that sold them. By which I mean I typed the word ‘vocoder’ into Google and pressed a button. The results revealed that, short of building my own from bits and pieces I found in the shed, my best option was through a store that specialized in selling DJ equipment. I quickly dismissed the idea of building my own, especially since the earlier attempt to build my own time machine using melted Lego, flour and water had proved so entirely disastrous. Accordingly, I placed an order with the DJ store. I am not familiar with the world

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carry vinyl around in metal boxes and often wear shirts where at least one too many buttons are left undone. Beyond that, the only thing I know about DJs is that they often hold half of a pair of

headphones to one ear while the other hand is used to point towards the sky. As if everyone ought to be looking at the ceiling. No one’s going to mistake me for being a DJ. Not any time soon. But I was left to speculate. Why would they need to speak to me urgently? Why the desperate need to make contact? My mind raced, grew slightly wheezy before needing a little rest before it raced once again at which point it tripped over one of its shoelaces and fell flat on its face. As best I could determine, there was only one possible explanation – they wanted to recruit me as a DJ. It all made sense. For years, the general DJ world had been intimidated by my vast musical knowledge and, frankly, superb taste. They’d never had the nerve to reach out to me before because they felt overwhelmed. I can’t blame them. Clearly, they had interpreted my decision to order something from them over the Internet as something of an olive branch. A peace offering, if you will. It was unlikely that there would ever be a better chance to convert me to the DJ way of life. Suddenly and quite unexpectedly, I realized that I was holding half a set of headphones to one ear while pointing towards the ceiling. This was destiny. There was no time to waste. By which I mean I had a cup of decaffeinated tea, watched the news and paid a couple of bills before deciding that I should get back to the DJ people as soon as possible. To prepare, I swapped my reading glasses for sunglasses and tore the top three buttons from my shirt. Immediately I regretted not

waiting until I was wearing something casual as opposed to a work shirt. Still, time was so obviously of the essence. I then scooped up large armfuls of vinyl. Not having a metal box, I was forced to improvise, wrapping the bundle in aluminum foil instead. In my imagination, it was glorious. The DJ store would explain that there was an emergency; one in which partygoers had been unable to get their groove on and would I kindly rescue them. I would, of course, oblige, turning up and parking directly outside the venue before lining up the decks and executing a set so funky, so flawlessly brilliant with grooves so deep that the Mariana Trench would seem like little more than a divot in comparison. People, hands raised, would scream exultations in between short rests to regain what little composure they had left. I’ll admit I was excited when I called. Perhaps that’s why I immediately demanded to know the address I’d be heading to for my DJ set. There was an awkward silence. By which I mean they said nothing until I started to complain that the phone was defective. Then a small voice came down the line. They just wanted to check the details of the order. I immediately removed my sunglasses and started wishing that I’d hung onto the buttons I’d just removed. The vocoder, you see, was my birthday present to myself. Perhaps the ‘urgent’ message stirred something in my about the art of the possible. Incidentally, I’ll be throwing a small party. I will, of course, be spinning the wheels of steel. It will be awesome. You’re all invited. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

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By IT Gully AN unbeaten century to Mornington gun Matt Foon has placed his side in a dominant position in its Provincial match against Langwarrin. Together with Brad McDonald (79), Foon helped his side to an unbeatable 7/263 against the Kangas. Langwarrin started well, removing both openers Sam Wiese and Brad Wilson before the score had reached 30.

Charlie Parker went soon after and Foon and McDonald were joined at the crease with the score on 3/54. Travis Campbell was good for the visitors, taking 2/57 from 22 overs, while Sam Prosser was an unlikely wicket taker with 2/22 from seven overs. Baxter has already won its match against Mt Eliza, Chris Brittain the hero, however, this time with the ball. Mt Eliza batted first and was rolled for just 110. Dale Irving was damaging early

with the pill and snared 3/29 from 10.5 overs, while Brittain destroyed the middle order with 5/11 from 10 overs, including five maidens. Chamika Sattambi picked up 2/24. Josh Gouge top scored for the Mounties with an unbeaten 39. In reply, Baxter is 29 runs ahead with seven wickets in hand (3/139). Daniel Warwick is unbeaten on 61, Chris Brittain scored 32 and Todd Quinn opened with 25. Justin Bridgeman is the other not out batsman. Given Baxter’s ladder position and

poor start to the season, no doubt they’ll be looking for an outright win. Crib Point hasn’t started too well with the bat after its bowlers gave it every chance to win its match against Pearcedale. After skipper Brad Davidson dominated with the cherry with 5/19 from 16.4 overs, Pearcedale was bowled out for 160. Luke Herrington snared 2/32 from 12 overs. At one stage Pearcedale was 5/60, until Kaine Smith (30) and Shayne Gillings (33) momentarily came to

the rescue. Needing to face up for the final four overs for the day, the Magpies lost opener Tom Pengelly to the Panthers’ Chris Dew for a duck. The Pies will resume at 1/0. A stiff performance from Jedd Falck (69) and Liam O’Conner (54) has placed Sorrento in a competitive position against Peninsula Old Boys. The Sharks batted first and made 193 in 77.3 overs. In reply, POB is 0/5.

Jewell saved Ridge PENINSULA

By IT Gully MAIN Ridge skipper Nick Jewell has come to the rescue to give his side a realistic chance of beating Red Hill in MPCA Peninsula cricket. With his side in some early trouble, Jewell made 96 to help his side to a total of 214. James Abbott was also solid for the Ridge in the lower order with 45 and Sam Lyons batted well for his 27. The Hillmen were on top early, skipper Simon Dart claiming 2/28, Glenn Collett 2/41 and Brent Martin was the star witth 4/55 off 21 overs, including the wicket of Jewell, four short of triple figures. Long Island and Flinders are locked in an intriguing battle after 12 wickets fell on the first day of their match at BA Cairns Reserve. The Islanders batted first and made just 117 in 62.4 overs. Michael Burke top scored with 39 while Andrew Tweddle made 15. Shark’s Dwayne Field was again the pick of the bowlers for his team with 3/15 from 6.4 overs, while Will Tuck claimed 2/28 and skipper Neil Barfuss

2/15 from 12 overs. With 17 overs left in the day, Flinders just needed to get through unscathed – it didn’t. Opener Mason Mail was out for four and night watchman Matt Burns for a duck. Flinders will resume at 2/20 with Long Islands’ Jake Middleton the wicket taker with 2/6 from three overs. Pines and Moorooduc should go down to the wire after Pines batted first and made 189. Rhys Chalkley opened with 59 for the Piners while Pat Jackson made a solid 30 in the middle order to help his side push towards 200. Alex Coad’s unbeaten 19 at 11 and 36 run partnership with Grant Humphrey (11) could be the difference between winning and losing. Moorooduc faced the final eight overs of the day and lost one wicket, the important skipper Shamith Kannangara. Delacombe Park has left Somerville with some work to do in their match after scoring 230. Joel Malcolm was the best of he Parkers’ bats with 62, while Nick Christides and Rob Fisher each scored 30.

Park set high target: Delacombe Park’s total of 230 will take some catching by Somerville. Picture: Andrew Hurst

Demons step back in time

Blues bowlers shine: Hastings bowled out Heatherhill for just 185, but then went on to slump with the bat. Picture: Andrew Hurst

DISTRICT

By IT Gully RYE has taken a step back in time after being humiliated by Baden Powell on day one of their MPCA clash at Overport Rd. In scenes of previous seasons, Rye embarrassed itself, losing 13 wickets in one afternoon of cricket. Batting first, the Demons were bowled out for just 73 in its first innings, all back in the sheds in 44 overs. Ryan Barnett opened with 4/28 from 16 overs, Michael Ballard claimed 3/27 from 17 overs at the other end and Craig Entwhistle picked up 3/2 from 4.1 overs. The Braves then came out and went wooshka, scoring 4/127 in just 28 overs before throwing Rye back in to bat with eight overs left in the day. It was a fruitful handful of overs for the Braves, claiming 3/9 with Nathan Rice capturing 2/1 from two overs. Still 45 runs behind, the Demons have just seven wickets in hand. There’s no avoiding an outright loss in this match. Mt Martha is just 75 runs away from victory against Rosebud, however, has just eight wickets in hand. Rosebud batted first and was bowled out for 108, Jason Mathers top scoring with an unbeaten 38. Brad Schreuder was the pick of

the Reds’ bowlers with 4/18 from 15 overs, while Kyle Bendle bowled 22.1 overs for a return of 3/39. The visitors were forced to face the final 20 overs of the day. They will resume on day two this Saturday at 2/32, Pat Nagel and Billy Quigley the wicket takers for the Buds. Hastings has placed itself in a horrible situation yet again, on its knees against Heatherhill. Once again, the bowlers did the job for the Blues, bowling out the Hills for just 185. Mitch Floyd was solid for the Blues with 4/47 from 15 overs while Isuru Dias picked up 3/27 from 16 overs. Kristian Miller top scored with 82 for the Hills, eventually run out. Facing the final 22 overs for the day, Hastings slumped to 4/59, Floyd top scoring with 32. Jason Hinde was the pick of the Hills’ bowlers with 2/22. In the battle of the neighbours at Belvedere Park, Seaford Tigers are one wicket down chasing 195. Seaford batted first and made 195, Jack Brooking the pick of the Seaford Tigers’ bowlers with 4/47. Matty Roach opened the bowling and snared 3/43 from 14 overs. In reply, the Tigers faced the final nine overs of the day and at stumps were 1/23 after Roach was gone for a duck.

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Kitto on fire for the Stonecats SUB-DISTRICT

By IT Gully FRANKSTON YCW is just three wickets away from victory in MPCA Sub District cricket against Tyabb. After being rolled for just 153 in 53.3 overs by the Yabbies, the Stonecats’ bowlers then came out and dominated the opposition, having the Yabbies 7/44 at stumps, still 109 short with just three wickets in hand.

At the end of their batting performance, the Stonecats would have been satisfied with just a victory. Now an outright win must be in their sights. Callum Bradford-Briggs was the best of the Stonecats batsmen with 40 while Levi McLoughlin-Dore opened with 32 and Jeremy Daniel hit 25 at the close of the innings. Yabbies skipper Joel Wylier and Mitch Gill-Furness were the pick of the Yabbies’ bowlers with 3/33 and

3/39 respectively. In reply, Tyabb lost 3/0 when the score was on 11 and then lost 4/11 to be 7/44 at stumps. The evergreen, wily and popular MPCA star Andrew Kitson wound back the clock and dominated the Yabbies’ batsmen with six wickets. Carrum is in a strong position against Boneo after the first day of play. Batting first at home, the Lions made 8/246, thanks largely to a sensa-

tional 111 from Jake D’Atri, while Corey Hand hit 36 and Jack Thomson 26. Carrum Downs is in a solid position against Tootgarook, scoring 9/197 from its 80 overs. Ryan Lynch again flew the flag for his side with 45, while Chris Jones was unbeaten on 44. Andrew Libby made a spectacular first up impression for Tootgarook with 3/53 from 28 overs, while Corey DeBruyn piked up 3/24 from 12 overs.

Dromana has had its best start to a game in while, scoring 234 against Balnarring. In a must-win game for the Hoppers, skipper Kieran Voelkl stepped up to the plate with 68 and Adam Ciavarella hit 46 to help the visitors to the competitive score. Mitch Kleinig was the best of the Saints’ bowlers with 4/61, while Mal Coutts opened the bowling and snared 3/24 from 14 overs.

Tale of two Rosebuds, Welsh stars sign up SOCCER

By Craig MacKenzie MERGER talks between Rosebud Heart and Bayside League club Rosebud have stalled after the latter recently applied to join FFV ranks. Rosebud is keen to join the Metropolitan Leagues so that it can continue to play on Sundays and give its players a more challenging level of competition. State 4 South outfit Heart has shown interest in merging with its neighbour and sees the move as a great opportunity to create a large club on the southern peninsula with over 300 juniors, and senior men’s and women’s teams playing out of Rosebud’s home at Olympic Park in Besgrove Street. Heart’s current home ground at Truemans Road Reserve has arguably the worst playing surface in the league and the pitch and facilities at Olympic Park are far superior. The drawback is that only one pitch is available at Olympic Park. “We’ve got three men’s teams and a ladies team and at the moment we’ve only got one pitch so there’s already a lot of traffic,” said Rosebud senior coach Justin Shepard. “If there was a merger we simply couldn’t handle training on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and playing on Saturdays and Sundays all on one pitch.” There was a second pitch at the venue which has been taken over by the local baseball club and Rosebud has been trying unsuccessfully to regain use of it. “There’s a long, long way to go before any merger could take place,” said Shepard. “Heart’s playing pitch though is nothing short of dangerous and I’d hate to be a travelling team going to play down there. “Our facilities are great but it’s our club and it’s been our club for 60 years and we don’t want to give it away simply for the sake of a few guys wanting to play on a better park.” But Heart still hopes that Mornington Shire Council will approve a move to Olympic Park albeit only for the 2018 season. “The council already has had $200,000 allocated for two new pitches at Truemans Road and it is hoping that by mid-February it can get another $300,000 grant and hopefully start work on the pitches next September,” said Heart committeeman Rob Vosjan. “I think the council is keen for a merger and although at the moment I think it is highly unlikely I would never say never.” The uncertainty surrounding Heart’s home ground next season has had a destabilising influence on the club. It has fuelled rumours of a player exodus and Heart has not appointed a senior coach for 2018. Meanwhile Langwarrin is yet to agree terms with any player as it prepares its senior squad for its NPL challenge next year. That effectively turns every player into a triallist including those currently registered with the club. The triallists from other clubs trying to grab one of 20 spots in Langy’s senior squad are Nick Bergmans (Altona Magic), Lachie Hogben (Richmond), Marinos Panayi (Mornington), Luke Burgess (Whittlesea Ranges), Dimitar Mitkov (Springvale White Eagles), Darcy Pawlik (Eastern Lions), Damion Wilson (Bentleigh Greens), Tapiwanashe Munyanyiwa (Springvale White Eagles), Sam Klepac (Mooroolbark), An-

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Keely keen: Peninsula Strikers defender Conor Keely is considering a move to Baxter. Picture:

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thony Goweid (Dandenong Thunder), John Kuol (Morwell Pegasus), Scott Millar (Mornington), Harrison Michaelis (Bulleen) and John Carroll (Berwick City). The triallists already registered with Langy are Robbie Acs, Alex Metcalfe, Andy McIntyre, Boris Ovcin, Brandon Giles, Dylan Kilner, Serge Yanez, Lewis Foster, Navin Velupillay, Aaran Currie, Nabil Mozaffaruddin, Johnny Guthrie and Mat Luak. Langy lost 3-0 on Saturday to Kingston City at Baxter Park. The under-20s fared better recording a 4-2 win courtesy of a Travis Ernsdoerfer hat-trick and an opening goal from Josh Mulla. Langy has until 13 February to submit its senior squad to FFV and the decision as to which players will fill its two visa spots will be left as late as possible. Current visa players still on the club’s books are Currie, Metcalfe, Liam Baxter, Connor

Belger and Paul Speed. Baxter, Belger and Speed are all due to arrive back from the UK next month. Langy’s under-20s take on Skye United next Sunday at 11pm with the seniors up against NPL heavyweight South Melbourne at 1pm. Langwarrin is keen to play at its Lawton Park headquarters but ongoing council work may force the club to again use Baxter Park. The venue will be confirmed later this week. Peninsula Strikers defender Conor Keely has joined the burgeoning list of newcomers training with State 4 South outfit Baxter. Strikers’ teammate Grant Davies also is on Baxter’s radar. Other newcomers include Izaak Barr (Strikers), Ash Scholes (Heart), James Foster, Jack Thornton, Jordan Redburn, Matt Morgan, Mitch Blake and Tim Lee (all Langwarrin), Joe Iline (Doveton), Jack Morgan (Hampton Park United), Kezhia Hooft (Sandringham) and Jake

Sheppard (Alston, England). Last week Baxter announced the dual appointments of Brendan Norris and Brendan Blackhall as reserves coaches. State 1 South-East title aspirant Mornington has bolstered its strike force with the signing of 26-year-old Welsh ace Adam Wright from Northcote City. Wright played with Port Talbot in the Welsh Premier League before making his mark in Victoria with Moreland City then Clifton Hill, winning State 1 South-East’s Golden Boot award in 2015 with 30 goals. He played with Brunswick City in 2016 and joined Northcote midway through the 2017 season finishing with 18 goals, one behind league Golden Boot winner Trent Rixon of Moreland City. Mornington beat State 1 rival Richmond in the race for Wright’s signature. He was the second Welshman to sign for the Dallas Brooks Park club last week when it was confirmed that Welsh youth international Curtis Hutson is expected to arrive in Melbourne with his partner next month. Hutson, 22, can play up front or in midfield and was only 13 when he made his debut for the Welsh under-16s during his time at Cardiff City’s academy. He is the cousin of Manchester United and Wales legend Ryan Giggs and has joined from Barry Town after stints with Port Talbot Town, Newport County and Merthyr Town. In other news former Matildas goalkeeper Theresa Deas has stepped down from the presidency of Southern United and is now vicepresident. Former Casey Comets president Stuart McLeod is the new Southern supremo. The club has struck an agreement with Frankston Pines to use Monterey Reserve exclusively as its home ground and training base after previously playing home games there as well as at Lawton Park, Dallas Brooks Park, Comets Stadium and Centenary Park. Southern’s inaugural Operations Manager Graham Dudley made the announcement at last week’s AGM. Southern also released the names last weekend of the first batch of players signed up for its 2018 senior squad. Goalkeeper Freya Crocker, defender Natasha Dakic and midfielder Nikolina Bucalo were with Southern last season, defender Ella Douglass and striker Sarah Wieck are from Bayside United while striker Casey Aarons is a former Alamein player. Southern will announce additions to its senior roster in coming weeks. Two Southern juniors, Alex Jones and Alessandra Davis, were part of the Victorian schoolgirls under-12 team that won the national title in Adelaide last weekend. Former Langwarrin star Alana Murphy captained Victoria which defeated ACT 3-1, South Australia 2-1, Western Australia 2-0, Northern Territory 4-0 and drew 0-0 with Queensland and NSW.

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By Toe Punt THE fight against AFL South East with the large majority of MPNFL clubs is likely to flair up again in the new year after a letter was circulated by Geelong and District Football League last week calling for AFL Victoria to convene a meeting for all interested leagues who are dissatisfied with their governance. In the letter, penned by Geelong and District Football League president of 33 years, Neville Whitley OAM, there are a number of football leagues throughout the state who are unhappy with AFL Victoria as its remains determined to regionalise football leagues throughout Victoria. The majority of MPNFL Clubs continue to fight AFL South East’s decision to bring in a third division in 2019, which will include South East Football Netball League clubs. They do however support divisional football between MPNFL clubs only and have encouraged a third division made up of clubs within the MPNFL boundaries (includes Frankston Dolphins, South Mornington, Peninsula Old Boys, Carrum, Skye etc). Mr Whitley requested AFL Victoria to convene a meeting at a convenient location for all leagues to attend to discuss “their concerns and air their grievances in a proper and democratic manner.” Mr Whitley told The News that AFL Victoria regional commissions were working towards dividing and conquering clubs at a local level to achieve outcomes that suited only them. “Generally, they (AFL Victoria) don’t care about what is best for local football

clubs, their history and their volunteers,” Mr Whitley said. However, despite the request, AFL Victoria CEO Steven Reaper replied in writing, “as this would appear to be a localised issue, AFL Victoria does not support your request to convene a meeting of Leagues at any point into the future to discuss these matters.” Despite Mr Reaper’s generalisation that it’s a ‘local issue’, football leagues around Ballarat will remain pretty much unchanged after AFL Goldfields elected not to make any competition restructures from its senior competition review. The final findings of the review were released last week with the Goldfields commission electing to go with a “watching brief” for now. “It did prove difficult to identify an alternative competition structure option that is widely supported by the majority of affiliated leagues and clubs,” the report stated. The review looked into Ballarat Football League, Central Highlands, Maryborough Castlemaine District and Riddell District league. It seems one AFL commission has listened to its clubs. Perhaps AFL SE should consider doing the same with the majority of its clubs before this conversation again dominates the 2018 season.

MPNFL Fixtures released

Meanwhile, the 2018 fixtures have been released with Frankston YCW taking on Sorrento in Round one on Easter Sunday. The clubs are in discussions about Sorrento hosting the game as it’s home game, sharing the profits with the Stonecats. Discussions will continue.

Dromana women dominant at district bowls By Ben Triandafillou THE DROMANA Bowling Club has taken out another Mornington Peninsula bowls division state championship with their Women’s Four’s side on Wednesday 6 December. The team which consisted of Sandra McColgan, Gill Fletcher, Annemaree Ryan and Heather Gray defeated Sorrento at the Rosebud Country Club and will now be heading to the regionals in January. Last year the side made it all the way through to the ‘last 16’ and ended up finishing runners-up in

the state’s Four’s championships. McColgan said the team are again striving to make it through to the final but hopefully go one better this year. “It was a bit disappointing finishing runners-up but you’ve always got someone trying to beat you we all want a title,” she said. “We obviously want to win it this year. We don’t go in it to not win. “We are all positive girls and we have a great team to do it.” The team’s partnership has been on a winning streak of late with McColgan, Ryan and Gray also

combining in the district Women’s Triple’s at Mt Eliza Bowling club last month where they again defeated Sorrento. “We had the rain, hail and lightning that night but we ended up getting through it,” McColgan said. McColgan also paired up with Paul Twyerould, of Rosebud in October to win the district’s Mixed Pairs Championships at Belvedere Bowling Club. The Dromana women are now hoping to be at the Bendigo Bowls Club around April next year for the state finals.

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Pirates president: Mornington Baseball Club vote in Matt Hardie as president for the 2018 season. Picture: supplied

Hardie sets sail as the ‘Pirates’ president By Ben Triandafillou A FAMILY tradition has continued at the Mornington Baseball Club with Matt Hardie recently voted in as the club’s president. With his father, Ken Hardie, steering the ‘Pirate Ship’ in 1992-94, Matt has worked his way through the club from playing juniors at a young age through to more recently assistant coaching the seniors. Hardie will be taking over from Chris Taylor who has spent five years in presidency growing both the club’s on-field and off-field success. Hardie said he is looking forward to continuing the great work that Taylor has done around the club and pointing them in the right direction. “It’s a bit of a weird feeling being voted in as president and following in Dad’s footsteps but I’m excited for what I can bring to the new role,” Hardie said. “Over the last few years he’s (Chris Taylor) really set the club up for long term success and I’m looking forward to continuing it on as the club keeps growing and developing. “We had all of our five junior sides make the finals last season and now I’m hoping we can get at least six sides together next winter.” Hardie recalls the little tin shed clubrooms

from when his father was president and said the growth around the club has been immense with not only the facilities and change rooms but also with the number of sides the club now puts together. “There aren’t any major changes that I want to make at this stage but I want to improve the connection between the junior and senior players to help with the junior’s development,” he said. “I want the juniors to get to know the seniors and improving that bond between them is probably one of the main points I want to focus on,” Hardie said. Hardie said he will be taking a step back in his coaching roles as he comes off being the junior club coach, social events coordinator, senior assistant coach and the senior reserves coach. Hardie will continue his playing role in the clubs first’s team. Also at the club’s most recent AGM, Myles and Gemma Dowsett were re-appointed the roles of vice president and secretary at the club while Teresa Webster will take up the role of treasurer. “They do a huge amount for our club and I look forward to working with them closely,” Hardie said.

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