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Musical Easter at The Briars THOUSANDS of music fans were once again at The Briars, Mount Martha over the weekend. Summer may be officially over, but the relief of Victoria recording no new cases of COVID-19 and the further easing of restrictions helped lift the mood of the Easter holiday crowds. Fine weather and food trucks helped make the two-day music festival which included acts from the Mornington Peninsula (The Badloves, Oskar Proy) as well as such artists on Sunday’s bill as Daryl Braithwaite, Kate Ceberano and Joe Camilleri (pictured) and The Black Sorrows.
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Fines for messing up rubbish Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire is about to tackle waste and rubbish on several fronts. It has adopted a carrot and stick approach to recycling, with fines for recycled waste being “contaminated” and offering the chance to win a $100 voucher to households “doing the right thing”. Smoking is also being banned in some reserves and on popular foreshores and beaches, although no penalties will be imposed on anyone defying warning signs. Recycling bins will be randomly
checked for non-recyclable materials, with households doing the right thing going into a monthly draw for a $100 voucher. Households with contaminated bins will be given a list of items that cannot be recycled and, if are serial offenders, face fines of up to $330. “If contamination continues, we will call, visit or send a letter to provide some helpful tips,” a statement issued by the shire said. “Significantly contaminated bins will not be emptied to prevent contaminating the truck load. “Continued significant contamination will result in a fine and suspension of the recycling or green waste
service.” The mayor Cr Despi O’Connor said contaminated bins cost the shire and ratepayers about $600,000 a year. The shire says its waste contamination policy follows a survey over summer to find out what could be done to encourage people to take recycling seriously. “Unfortunately, contamination continues to be a major issue here on the peninsula,” a shire statement said. “If we don’t get our recycling right, we will end up contaminating the bin or truck, making our recyclables go to landfill instead of ... Mornington Peninsula’s sorting facility. The seven most misplaced items in
household recycling bins are bagged recyclables; household rubbish; food waste; garden waste; soft, “scrunchable plastics”; textiles; and polystyrene. Details of the waste policy are at mornpen.vic.gov.au/wastepolicy and what can go into recycling bins at mornpen.vic.gov.au/wasteguide. The decision to ban smoking was made in mid-2020 and ignored an officer’s recommendation for it to be delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Councillors voted against designating no-smoking areas, telling CEO John Baker to “ensure that the smoke-free policy is implemented as soon as practical” (“No buts to delaying no-smoking rules” The News 17/8/20).
“The impact of the COVID-19 global pandemic on resourcing availability, ability to engage stakeholders and implementation activities, further strengthens the argument for a prioritised and staged approach to implementation,” community safety coordinator Talana Cook stated in a report to the Tuesday 11 August council meeting. Stage two of the smoking ban involves beaches (initially Mornington, Rye and Dromana), foreshore camping areas, sports and bushland reserves, community centres, senior citizen centres, beach boxes (in smoke free areas), golf courses, cemeteries and parks.
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Budget up for comment Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire is inviting comments on its $252 million budget for 2021/22. A state government-imposed rate cap of 1.5% has encouraged the shire to define a four-year rating and revenue “envelope” within which it can “deliver on the council plan, programs and services”. The proposed budget agreed to at council’s Tuesday 30 March meeting will be open for written submissions until Tuesday 29 April. Anyone who wants to speak in support of their submission can do so at council’s 12 May meeting. Submissions may be published on the shire’s website before the meeting, although the shire has cautioned that “offensive, defamatory or third-party personal information will not be published”. The proposed budget shows council intends to apply a general rate of 0.16897 (SCIV), an increase of 1.01%. Vacant residential properties will be hardest hit, with a 17.84% rate increase (generating $5.2m in income, or an extra 11.4%), while all other types of properties will be tied to the 1.01% increase. Of the shire’s $252 million ($241m in previous year) income, almost $198m will come from rates and charges. The largest outgoings are materials, services and contracts ($120m) and wages and salaries ($83.4m) for the shire’s 687 fulltime and part time employees. A further $14m is included in the budget for “other employee related expenditure”. The waste service charge goes up by $16 to $338. The proposed budget being put out for public comment was adopted after the rejection of two suggested alternatives. In the first, Crs Steve Holland and Anthony Marsh failed to persuade any of their colleagues to give all ratepayers in the “general land” class a 1.5 per cent “COVID-19 rebate”. The pair also wanted to quadruple the amount of
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money being spent on designs and approvals for capital works from $200,000 to $800,000. They said savings could be made by either deleting or cutting amounts for reducing the effects of climate change; a master plan for The Briars; redeveloping the Sorrento museum; and the COVID-19 recovery effort. Their motion was lost when it was pointed out that owners of multi-million dollar properties would receive a $500 rate cut as opposed to only $12.50 to those at the other end of the property scale. The average rebate across the shire was $23. The second alternative was proposed by Cr David Gill but failed to even get a seconder. Among the changes suggested by Cr Gill was $360,000 to reinstate the mobile library service, $12,000 to count the peninsula’s koalas, $30,000 to desex cats and $40,000 for freeway billboards to advertise “advocacy issues”. He said money could be saved by not contributing $40,000 for school chaplains, removing $1.5 million allocated for boat ramps and increasing beach box licence fees. After the meeting Cr Gill was scathing about the budget process but hopes this can be fixed in the future (“Changes to budget process ‘can’t come soon enough’” Page 15). The proposed $37.6m capital works budget includes $4m for “safer local roads”; $2.4m renewing community facilities; $1.9m footpath renewal; $1.6m Flinders Civic Hall redevelopment; $1.6m Narambi Reserve junior oval; and $1.1m to rehabilitate the oval at Balnarring Recreative Reserve. The $8.25m for priority projects includes $700,000 organic food collection; $252,000 to be carbon neutral; $225,000 open space strategy; a $200,000 arts and culture p; and $175,000 for a coastal strategy. More than $10m is included in the capital works and priority projects budgets for COVID-19 “recovery actions”. To have your say and view the proposed 2021–22 budget and draft revenue and rating plan visit mornpen. vic.gov.au/budget
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Quilts to help dementia patients MEMBERS of the Langwarrin “PatchNChat” group have been working to help people living with dementia. During the COVID-19 pandemic, some dementia patients were admitted to Frankston Hospital. To help keep the patients happy, Peninsula Health allied health assistant Melissa Jones approached the PatchNChat group to ask for their help creating “fidget mats”. “Fidget mats are great for people with dementia who may have restless hands. They are small enough to sit on a
patient’s knee and give them something soothing to focus on while sitting,” Ms Jones said. The mats feature pockets, beads, laces, and textured fabrics. The PatchNChat group meets regularly at the Langwarrin Community Centre. The centre’s manager, Sam Neeman, says “the PatchNChat members were thrilled to know their work is making such a difference in people’s lives. It’s an added bonus for the group, who always have fun when they get together.”
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Stable home for mistreated horses HORSES that have been mistreated have a new home at Pearcedale. The purpose-built stables opened last week at the RSPCA’s Peninsula Animal Care Centre will be used for vulnerable horses in need of care, rehabilitation, and rehoming. Since July 2014, more than 420 horses and donkeys have been cared for by the RSPCA after being reported to its inspectorate. Paid for by the state government, the Pearcedale stables are equipped to enable more effective treatment and rehabilitation of seized horses. The stables can accommodate animals with a range of health concerns and needing shelter and rest during treatment. RSPCA Victoria CEO Dr Liz Walker said the stables marked a new phase of care at the Pearcedale shelter. “Horse welfare is of particular concern in Victoria. In 2019 – 2020, RSPCA Victoria’s inspectorate received more than 6700 cruelty reports involving horses and is currently monitoring more than 900 horses in the community which are, or may become, vulnerable,” Dr Walker said. Agriculture Minister Mary-Anne Thomas said the government was “building a state that fosters the caring and respectful treatment of animals”. Dr Walker said the design of the stables was “underpinned by an understanding that some of the animals that come into our care are from poor welfare backgrounds or may never have spent time in a stable or
THE RSPCA has new, modern stables at Pearcedale for horses that come under its care. Picture: Supplied confined space”. Low maintenance, the stables had “simple and safe access for cleaning and ease of purpose. “The design elevates the use of natural light and air flow and includes dedicated water tanks, has energy effi-
cient lighting, security and the ability to stage CCTV,” Dr Walker said. There are five indoor stalls with sand day-yards, revolving feed bins, sliding stable doors and rubber flooring. A wall can be moved to create more space and there is room for a
mare and foal along with a crush to help with horses needing veterinary treatment. The stables are completed with a tack and a feed room with room for scales and a hot wash bay with nonslip flooring. Keith Platt
Register pets OWNERS of cats and dogs on the Mornington Peninsula must renew pet registrations by Saturday 10 April. All cats and dogs over the age of three months must also be microchipped. Services for pets provided by Mornington Peninsula Shire financed from the registration fees include: off-leash dog areas l(mornpen.vic.gov.au/leashfree); the Community Animal Shelter and Pound which cares for lost pets and finds new homes for unclaimed cats and dogs (mornpen. vic.gov.au/lostpets); and rangers who respond to dog attacks and nuisance complaints. Cats must be de-sexed to be registered within the shire unless the cat and owner are a member of the Feline Control Council. It costs $50 a year to register a de-sexed dog or cat and discounts apply for pension card holders. The fine for owning an unregistered dog or cat is $330. The shire is offering free first year registration for eligible residents whose pets are microchipped and registered within eight weeks of taking ownership or moving into the municipality. Animals adopted from the animal shelter will also be registered for free. To change an animal’s microchip details go to car.com.au. Pet registration fees can be paid online, over the phone and in person. Details: mornpen.vic.gov. au/petregistration to learn more about the different ways to pay your registration.
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State terminates AGL’s gas import plan Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au THE state government has knocked back power company AGL’s plans for a gas import terminal at Crib Point. Planning Minister Richard Wynne said the project, which also included a 55 kilometre gas pipeline to Pakenham, was refused because of the “unacceptable effects” it would have on Western Port’s environment. In a statement on Tuesday 30 March Mr Wynne said his decision was based on a review of AGL’s environmental effects statement, which attracted more than 6000 submissions and encouraged protests either organised by or attended by community group Save Westernport, Environment Victoria, Mornington Peninsula Shire and the state Opposition. “It’s very clear to me that this project would cause unacceptable impacts on the Western Port environment and the Ramsar wetlands – it’s important that these areas are protected,” Mr Wynne said. AGL said it was “reviewing and considering its position” following Mr Wynne’s decision and would provide an “update” on its “impact on the project”. The AGL statement authorised by its market disclosure committee said about $130 million had been “committed or incurred” on the project, or about $28m more than stated to the Australian stock exchange in June 2018. Jane Carnegie, of Save Westernport, said “science and good sense has won
IMPROMPTU it may have been, but there was no supressing the joy felt by members of the antiAGL forces after they heard about the government’s refusal of a gas import terminal at Crib Point. out ... The government has listened to us and to the thousands of people in our community who have worked tirelessly to save our beautiful environment from a potential catastrophe,” she said. “Western Port was never the place for such a monstrous, environmentally damaging project. “AGL’s idea for a floating, hazardous gas factory in an internationally significant wetland should never have made it off the drawing board, let alone taken three years of relentless community opposition to save a bay that belongs to all Victorians.” Opposition planning spokesperson David Davis said the state government had “adopted Victorian Liberal Nationals policy to oppose the Crib Point gas import terminal”. “The Andrews Labor Government has been
dragged kicking and screaming to make this decision,” Mr Davis said. Hastings MP Neale Burgess said that “due to public pressure the government has now followed [the Liberals lead] lead”. “My community has been telling the Andrews Labor government for years that we do not want this project. I’m very proud to have worked with my local community to secure this great outcome,” he said. Flinders Liberal MP Greg Hunt credited “the work of Save Westernport, the Mornington Peninsula Shire, Neale Burgess MP and others in the local community” for Mr Wynne’s decision. “Throughout this fight, I have been clearly, absolutely, unequivocally opposed to the AGL gas plant in Westernport,” Mr Hunt said.
“This project was always a solution to a problem of the Andrews government’s own making, thanks to their now cancelled moratorium on local conventional gas exploration, and I’m pleased they have listened to the peninsula’s strong objection to this proposal.” Nepean Labor MP Chris Brayne said he had always lived on the peninsula and saw the decision against AGL as “a victory for a committed, environmentally passionate community who have stood up and fought for years now to protect the beautiful environment and pristine bay that we call home”. “Every step of the way, I listened to the community and I relayed the community’s feedback to [Mr Wynne],” he said. “[The] decision is the result of that strong local voice.”
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Mornington Peninsula Communities Creating Change Recreational BMX and mountain bike strategy Budget 2021–22 shape.mornpen.vic.gov.au
Mornington Peninsula Shire’s proposed budget 2021– 22 is now on public exhibition until 5pm Thursday 29 April. We are asking for your comments and feedback on the draft version to help us guide the direction of the Peninsula’s future. mornpen.vic.gov.au/budget
Ten-year social and affordable housing strategy Planning for Melbourne’s Green Wedges and agricultural land engage.vic.gov.au
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Kindergarten 2022 registrations now open mornpen.vic.gov.au/kindergarten
Would you like an opportunity to meet our Mayor Despi O’Connor and CEO John Baker to discuss an innovative idea or matters important to you and your local community? Applications are now open to request a 25 minute meeting at one of our scheduled monthly sessions. To request a booking email: councillor.support@mornpen.vic.gov.au
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Seawinds: Crs Antonella Celi, Debra Mar, Kerri McCafferty With the draft budget on exhibition, our work continues to focus on our community and assist people who are in need of additional support through our local welfare provider agencies and services. At last the rebuild of the rock revetment on the Safety Beach foreshore has started. These works will help protect the area from further erosion that occurred after an old revetment failed and the storm surges impacted on the foreshore. Our coastal areas must be protected.
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Briars: Crs Steve Holland, Anthony Marsh, Mayor Cr Despi O’Connor Autumn is a glorious time at our very own wildlife sanctuary – The Briars. Check out our newly restored heritage homestead, the Eco Living Display Centre or get the kids involved in some school holiday adventures with wildlife warriors. For our seniors, we have teamed up with the Be Connected Network to run programs for those who would like a little more help with their digital skills. Please call the Mornington Library for details and 5950 1230 bookings:
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Nepean: Deputy Mayor Cr Sarah Race (other Cr position vacant) I want to hear what matters to you at my next community coffee catch up at Panda café in Blairgowrie on 19 April between 10-11am. Mayor Despi O’Connor will also be joining me so it’s the perfect time to drop in and discuss issues and give important feedback on Shire services and programs. I’ll also be at The Boss’s Daughter in Sorrento on 24 May from 10-11am. Footy and netball seasons are gearing up and I hope to be at a few matches over winter and support the great work clubs do in connecting our community.
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Cerberus: Cr Lisa Dixon
ANZAC Day is an important event for all Australians and we are extremely grateful that our dawn service at Hastings foreshore can go ahead this year, followed by a march from Hastings RSL and a commemorative service at 11am at Hastings Cenotaph. There is also a service at the Crib Point Cenotaph at 10am. After being cancelled twice during lockdown, the Western Port Craft Expo is back on at the Hastings Community Hub on 10 April. It is wonderful to see this fabulous event happening again, covering everything from quilting, weaving, leatherwork and lots more.
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The new names for the bushland reserve and preschool on Blacks Camp Road have been voted on by community, endorsed by Council and now officially registered. Welcome to Tillerkite Preschool and Beek Beek Reserve. For young families, the new playground at Barber Reserve will be finished by the end of April. Did you know contaminated recycling bins cost the Shire about $600,000 per year? When the wrong items are put in the recycling bin, the whole truck load is contaminated and goes to landfill instead of the recycling facility. mornpen.vic.gov.au/wasteguide Check out our recycling guide at
Protecting our wildlife
Red Hill: Cr David Gill
We are slowly losing our native bees, koalas, bandicoots, frogs, birds, gliders, lizards and other species on the Peninsula and not just because of habitat loss. We shot emus and wombats as they were considered pests until there were none left. Kangaroos are now being shot on the Peninsula while their territory is also being reduced. While they seem to be in reasonable numbers so were emus and wombats not so long ago. The Peninsula is at risk of losing its unique rural character without your help.
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Somerville market St Andrews Anglican Church
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Crib Point community market Crib Point Community House
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ANZAC Day services Across the Peninsula Check with your local RSL for details
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Hydrogen to set sail from Hastings Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au HYDROGEN made from brown coal in the Latrobe Valley is now been liquified at Hastings before being shipped to Japan. The production is an essential part of the hydrogen energy supply chain (HESC) and is described as “a great leap forward for [Australia’s] ambition to be a key player in the emerging global hydrogen economy”. The brown coal-to-hydrogen project’s commercial partners, led by Kawasaki Heavy Industries, are being backed by the federal and state governments, who each provided $50 million towards the $500m pilot, as well as the Japanese government. While carbon emissions are being released into the atmosphere during the pilot phase, the project’s partners say if “commercialised” the CO2 will be transported and stored using carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology. The pilot project aims to demonstrate an “end-to-end supply chain” between Australia and Japan. “Rather than entering the atmosphere, CO2 emissions will be safely stored in rocks 1.5 kilometres beneath Bass Strait, similar to the way oil and gas has been trapped naturally for millions of years,” the consortium stated on 12 March when announcing the start of operations at Hastings. Environmental groups say CCS technology is yet to be proved viable in the long term and that Australia is being left to deal with the emissions while
THIS hydrogen gas-to-liquid plant at Hastings is a key player in the pilot program to supply clean fuel to Japan. Picture: Gary Sissons Japan gets “clean fuel”. The consortium estimates a commercial-scale HESC project could produce 225,000 tonnes of clean hydrogen annually with carbon capture and storage. “We estimate our project could reduce CO2 emissions by 1.8 million tonnes per year, equivalent to the emissions of some 350,000 petrol cars,” Jeremy Stone of J-POWER Latrobe Valley said. The state government says the project has the potential to provide “clean hydrogen” for domestic use as well as
encourage “a new, global export industry with huge local economic benefits”. “The next major HESC Pilot development will be the first shipment of hydrogen between Australia and Japan, aboard the world’s first purposebuilt liquefied hydrogen carrier, the Suiso Frontier,” Hirofumi Kawazoe, of Hydrogen Engineering Australia (a Melbourne-based Kawasaki’s subsidiary), said. “The eyes of the world will be on Victoria, when shipments of liquefied hydrogen commence this year.”
Meanwhile, Queensland and South Australia are backing the production of hydrogen, but from water using solar or wind power (“Green hydrogen nearly affordable” The News 4/5/20). Environment Victoria’s campaigns manager Dr Nicholas Aberle sees the Latrobe Valley pilot project as “problematic as it could be the thin end of the wedge”. Dr Aberle had “no doubt” that hydrogen would be part of the energy supply chain in the future, “but this is not green hydrogen, the race is really
over before it’s started”. “Coal to hydrogen remains a shortterm and polluting source of energy. The future will no doubt involve growing use of hydrogen as a fuel, but it needs to be clean hydrogen. “Producing hydrogen from renewable energy will soon be cost-competitive and will always be cleaner and less risky than using coal.”
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MEMBERS of the Friends of Flinders Coastline planting native vegetation on a steep slope. Picture: Supplied
Time to talk about biodiversity A BIODIVERSITY and sustainability forum being held at Flinders on Sunday 11 April will hear from a range of speakers about issues vital to the health and preservation of the Mornington Peninsula’s natural environment. Organised by the Friends of Flinders Coastline group, the forum in Flinders Hall will also provide a venue for community groups to share details about their activities with the public. Speakers at the forum are: Maxwell Campbell, president of the Field Naturalists Club of Victoria, will speak about how humans effect biodiversity, especially among invertebrates. A biologist and educator, Mr Campbell is a macro photographer and microscopist with a special interest in video microscopy. Jo-Anne Tetteroo, Mornington Pen-
insula Shire’s natural systems strategy coordinator, will speak about her role in implementing the shire’s Biodiversity Conservation Plan and protecting the peninsula’s natural landscapes, ecosystems and biodiversity. Kim Cott, environmental ranger at Mornington Peninsula National Park, currently works at Greens Bush, Flinders and Coolart As the Parks Victoria’s senior marine ranger at Western Port and Port Phillip region Thierry Rolland oversees management of the coastal reserves and the three marine national parks in Western Port, and the Mushroom Reef marine sanctuary, Flinders. Chantal Morton coordinates 11 groups in the Mornington Peninsula Landcare Network and is passionate about natural resource management, helping Landcare groups and the
broader community build capacity for “positive land stewardship”. Lionel Lauch is a Gunditjmara Kirrae Warrung-Bundjalung man who heads Living Culture, a non-profit organisation providing Indigenous educational programs which include sharing his knowledge of bush tucker and medicinal plants. Ecological consultant and natural systems teacher Gidja Walker will speak about the complexities of the peninsula’s natural environment. The biodiversity and sustainability forum runs at 9am-1.30pm Sunday 11 April in Flinders Civic Hall (registrations 8.30am). All welcome. Contact Mark Aarons 0407 093 620 or Ashley Fraser 0411 839 483.
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Calling facilitators SKILLED facilitators are being sought to help Mornington Peninsula businesses recover from the setbacks of COVID-19. Workshops organised by Mornington Peninsula Shire for micro and small businesses impacted by the pandemic include taking businesses online; building business resilience; commercialising new business ideas; growth capacity; raising revenue; staff; and best business practices. Facilitators need to have had practical experience in the workplace and delivering workshops. The workshops will be held online and will require facilitators to organise an online forum such as Zoom. Support offered by the shire includes marketing workshops on its business website as well as on social media and other networks. Bookings can be taken through Eventbrite. Facilitators need to contact the shire by Friday 23 April. Expressions of interest and details are at mornpen.vic.gov.au/workshopeoi
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Call for ‘all aboard’ on rail extension THE Committee for Greater Frankston wants the state and federal governments to “coordinate” their budgets to fully pay for extending and electrifying the railway to either Baxter or Langwarrin. The lobby group says the federal government has “led the way” to extend the line beyond Frankston by promising $225 million in 2018. A business case study by the state government estimated it would cost $840 million for the line to be extended to Langwarrin and $1.3-$1.6 billion to Baxter. The $3m business case was paid for by the federal government. The committee’s CEO Ginevra Hosking said the project was given bipartisan support in 2016 with the backing of federal Labor, “but the Victorian Government is not yet on board”. “Let’s get this project done: time to fund it in the two recovery budgets coming up,” Ms Hosking said. The federal Liberal senator and “party patron” for Dunkley, David Van, said: “We want to see this project go ahead for the people of Frankston and the peninsula. That’s why we’ve committed $225 million. The state government also needs to do their bit in terms of funding and getting it built.” He said the metro rail line extension would “mean locals can get to work and home sooner and safer”. State Transport Infrastructure Minister Jacinta Allan told a recent parliamentary hearing into the state government’s response to the coronavirus pandemic that it was likely fewer people would be moving in and out of Melbourne’s CBD, but more would move between
suburbs. The committee’s request comes as both governments undertake consultation for their 2021–22 budgets due in May, “crucial blueprints for recovery from the pandemic”, Ms Hosking said. “The rail extension will provide a massive boost to our region. It will benefit Frankston CBD parking and boost economic recovery. It will set our region up for decades of growth.” She said the extension from Frankston to Langwarrin and potentially Baxter was critical to strengthening the region’s public transport connectivity by enabling 400,000 residents to access Metro trains. “The project has been confirmed on Infrastructure Australia’s ‘post-2021 COVID’ national priority list – one of just six projects in Victoria in the immediate category (0–5 years) and in the top 150 projects in the nation. “It’s in Infrastructure Victoria’s 30-year strategy, which recognises new rail is needed in outer suburbs. The strategy disproves the myth that all future population growth is in new growth areas and confirms that outer suburbs with poor public transport like Frankston should also be prioritised for rail investment.” Ms Hosking said it was incredibly disappointing the Victorian government – in the middle of its biggest-ever infrastructure construction surge – continued to delay the rail extension. “We ask the state and federal governments to work together to get their budgets in sync. We need the rail extension project now.” Keith Platt
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Have your say We’ve worked with the community to develop the Proposed Budget 2021–22 and now encourage your comment on the draft document, together with our draft Revenue and Rating Plan.
Thanks to everyone who provided pre-budget submissions during the first stage of the budget process.
MORNINGTON SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB RE OPENING MONDAY 12TH APRIL All activities will resume with a maximum of 35 people each activity in the main hall. Snooker room maximum 8 people. Members informed when restrictions are further lifted.
The draft Revenue and Rating Plan shows how Council will generate income to deliver on the Council Plan, programs and services over the next four years.
Submissions close 5pm, Thursday 29 April 2021.
To view the documents and have your say Online: mornpen.vic.gov.au/budget In person: Visit any of our customer service centres.
By post: Budget 2021-22, Mornington Peninsula Shire, Private Bag 1000, Rosebud, VIC 3939
Privacy statement Submissions received, including the name of the submitter, will be published on Council’s website and will form part of the public record of the relevant Council and Committee meetings. Hard copies will be available for public inspection at Council offices in accordance with the Act. Offensive, defamatory and third party personal information will not be published. Please include any personal information on an appropriate coversheet. You may access personal information you have provided to the Shire at any time and make corrections. Further details of our Privacy Policy can be found at mornpen.vic.gov.au/privacypolicy If you have any concerns about the use and disclosure of your personal information please contact the Governance Team at privacy@mornpen.vic.gov.au
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Changes to budget process ‘can’t come soon enough’ By David Gill* I AM disappointed with the way my mostly newly-elected fellow councillors have allowed Mornington Peninsula Shire Council officers to continue to dominate the budget process, despite my advocacy on transparency and accountability. The budget is prepared by management without any opportunity for the community-elected representatives to vote on its contents until the draft budget is presented. At the draft budget meeting CEO John Baker even said that it is not best practice to change the draft budget and that we should wait for the final budget declaration meeting. Unfortunately, we missed an opportunity to be transparent and accountable when the draft was brought to the Tuesday 30 March council meeting to be adopted for public “feedback”. In my experience, community submissions will be reviewed by officers, wrapped into a package with token additions for a few community projects and councillors again reminded, as usual, that last minute changes are not best practice. The process should be to allow councillors to examine the hundreds of items and be accountable for decision making. I tried to move a motion to alter aspects of the budget and at least expected an opportunity to debate my matters of concern. Instead, I didn’t have a seconder. No detailed matters were debated on the night with only the overall proposed rate cap rise receiving attention. On this I voted for the recommended $10 million on COVID recovery direct assistance to our most affected community members, including renters and our homeless. This was instead of a regressive rates motion (that did receive a seconder) that would have
DAVID Gill given a $500 rebate to multi-million dollar property owners and only $12.50 to those with modest homes with the average overall rebate being $23. A no-rate-increase budget would perhaps be popular until you recognise these details. It was accordingly voted down but is sure to be used by the politically ambitious councillors as a lever for state or federal politics. In recognition of what I regard as poor previous practice council management is now considering a new budget format that would allow council voting, in public, on substantive items throughout the budget formulation process. This change cannot happen too soon. Councillors will be more accountable for their decisions and officers - who didn’t receive even one vote in the elections - may be relegated to providing information, answering questions and not given the opportunity to mastermind outcomes without being held responsible at election time.” *David Gill is Mornington Peninsula Shire’s Red Hill Ward councillor.
Mayors now govt. advisors THE mayors of Mornington Peninsula and Frankston councils have been included in the state government’s Local Government Mayoral Advisory Panel. Cr Despi O’Connor (Mornington Peninsula) and Cr Kris Bolam (Frankston) are among 15 mayor’s on the panel which will meet with Local Government Minister Shaun Leane four times this year to “provide advice on a range of matters that impact local government” including “ideas and initiatives to benefit the local government sector and aid in recovery from the coronavirus pandemic”. The news release from the minister’s office incorrectly identified Cr O’Connor as “Mayor of Mornington”. The former Shire of Mornington was amalgamated with the neighbouring shires of Flinders and Hastings in 1994. The panel will meet for the first time on 21 April via videoconference. Cr O’Connor said the panel presented “a wonderful opportunity to discuss issues affecting the peninsula” with Mr Leane. “I’m looking forward to many productive conversations with my mayoral colleagues over the next year,” she said. Mr Leane said members of the 2020 mayoral panel discussed recovery from the 2019-20 bushfires, responding to the pandemic, implementation of the Local Government Act 2020, state and local government approaches to homelessness, dealing with the effect of the pandemic on tourism and “harnessing” the Working for Victoria initiative. Other mayors on this year’s panel are Sally Capp (Melbourne), Louise Crawford (Port Phillip), Kate Hely (Stonnington), Joseph Haweil (Hume), Adele Hegedich (Wyndham), Kim O’Keeffe (Greater Shepparton), Daniel Moloney (Ballarat), Mendy Urie (East Gippsland), Libby Stapleton (Surf Coast), Jennifer Anderson (Macedon Ranges), Jenny O’Connor (Indigo), David Wortmann (Towong) and Jo Armstrong (Ararat). Keith Platt
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Autumn school holiday activities Nature creature creation 10.30 – 11.30am, Thursday 8 April Register: naturecreature.eventbrite.com.au $13 per child Crafting from upcycled materials 12.30 – 1.30pm, Thursday 8 April Register: upcyclingcraft.eventbrite.com.au $13 per child Looking for some great ways to entertain the kids over school holidays? Kids aged 6 – 12 can get creative with upcycled materials or create a nature creature using native seed pods. Materials supplied. Bookings essential.
Roving Refills / Climate Clever app Drop in 1.30 – 3.30pm, Friday 16 April No registration necessary for this free event. Roving Refills Roving Refills provide locally made, eco-friendly alternatives to highly packaged products. Bring a container to refill it with eco-friendly, low-miles products. Any size or shape is fine if it is clean. Price list: rovingrefills.com.au/rr-frankston Climate Clever app Drop in for a free demonstration on how to use the Climate Clever app! The app helps you reduce your carbon footprint, save money on utility bills and become a leader in climate action. Learn more at climateclever.org/homes
Create a Wicking Bed Workshop 11am – 12.30pm, Saturday 1 May Register: wickingbed.eventbrite.com.au $15 per person Learn how to create a wicking bed – a veggie garden that's: • easily maintained, • uses very little water, • doesn't take much space • and is quick to set up!
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AT Point Leo Surf Life Saving Club’s pink day are, above, Bridget Barnes, Julia O’Shaughnessey and Romy Lipszyc; right, lifesavers ready for the patrol; and, below, Georgia Cassell-Ashton, Michelle Royal-Hebblewhite, Bella Austin and Dianna McKellar. Pictures: Supplied
Pink day to guide lifesavers A FEMALE-only pink patrol was looking out for the safety of swimmers and other beach users at Point Leo on Saturday (27 March). The Point Leo patrol was one of 10 across the state celebrating female leadership in lifesaving for International Women’s Day (IWD) and Women’s History Month. According to, the special Pink Patrols were among 10 hosted across Victoria this month. “Pink Patrols are made up of all female personnel or female-led patrols and symbolise how integral
women are in lifesaving,” Life Saving Victoria membership and leadership development director Angela Malan said. "Their goal is to build female operational capacity, provide positive female role models for future generations of lifesavers and build diversity in active operational and leadership roles.” Bridget Barnes, who helped organise Point Leo’s pink patrol saw it as “a chance to celebrate and acknowledge how far women have come and what they have achieved within surf
lifesaving”. Lifesavers heard presentations on different aspects of the club from competition official Georgia CassellAshton, trainer and assessor Michelle Royal-Hebblewhite, competitor and two times state gold medalist Bella Austin and Nipper’s coordinator Dianna McKellar. Ms Barnes said the presenters spoke about how they got to their roles or made their achievements, as well as advising younger members “to hopefully inspire the next generation of female leaders in surf lifesaving”.
Bus times are changing From Sunday 11 April, we’re updating bus timetables to keep you better connected with the new train times. There will be new times for the following routes in your area: Route 760
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Indigenous health care boost FIRST Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing has received nearly $2 million to expand its services. The Frankston-based Indigenous healthcare provider’s CEO, Karinda Taylor, said the funding would “ensure that first nations’ people are provided with culturally safe services that meet the health and wellbeing needs of local communities”. The funding was secured through the federal government’s Indigenous Australians’ Health Programme. It is expected to fund service expansion and minor capital costs until 2023. Dunkley MP Peta Murphy said “the City of Frankston is home to one of the fastest growing indigenous populations in Victoria. This funding will allow First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing to continue their crucial work and expand their local services. I’m proud to have lobbied the federal government for this additional funding”. First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing is situated on Station Street.
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One second lapse can lead to long-lasting trauma A road trauma survivor joined police and a forensic pathologist to share his story on video about how “one second” driving on a road changed his life, and many other lives, forever. The video, part of Victoria Police’s road safety campaign launched ahead of the Easter long weekend, includes the father of a road trauma victim telling of his grief after attending the roadside where his daughter died. Victoria Police is highlighting the long lasting impact intentional high-risk behaviour behind the wheel can have and the ripple effect on those who are left behind. On 27 May 2019, two people died when their vehicle lost control at high speed and collided with an oncoming car in Mount Eliza. The driver of the second vehicle sustained life-long serious injuries, and he shares his story, as he continues to recover both mentally and physically, as part of a video piece about the consequences of high risk driving. Over Easter, police ran Operation Nexus targeting speed, drink and drug driving and mobile phone use. During the past five Easter long weekends, six lives have been lost and a further 864 people injured. More than 33,770 traffic and criminal offences were detected over the same time, including 15,792 for speeding. Acting Deputy Commissioner Specialist Operations Libby Murphy said just one second “whether it’s speeding, drink or drug driving
or using your phone – that can lead to tragic consequences”. The full video is available on the Victoria Police Facebook page.
Return to sender POLICE have arrested and charged a Frankston woman after uncovering a large quantity of stolen mail. Public order response team officers were patrolling Nepean Highway, Frankston about 6pm when they saw a woman riding a BMX without a helmet. A search of her bag revealed more than 50 pieces of allegedly stolen mail in other people’s names. The 37-year-old has been charged with multiple offences including theft, handle stolen goods, commit an indictable offence while on bail, contravene bail conditions and possession of identification information.
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Pink day in the park JACKY Howgates organised a “pink picnic” attended by about 80 people to both “honour” women affected by breast cancer and as long distance support for a close friend about to undergo treatment for the disease in the United Kingdom. Helped by a silent auction and raffle, the afternoon at Mount Martha Park on Sunday 28 March raised $3550 (plus “a few more donations to come”) for breast cancer research. “We had around 80 women with many taking part in our pink lady
PINK Lady silhouettes from the Breast Cancer Network of Australia are held by many of those attending the Mount Martha Park picnic, above, while Pink Picnic organiser Jacky Howgates puts herself in the “photobooth” frame made by Avril Holt.
photoshoot,” Ms Howgates said. “A few brave ladies also dressed up in pink and we had a pink parade around the park and prizes for those in costume.” Ms Howgates spoke about her friend in the UK while another woman “shared her own personal story of living with the familial gene for breast cancer”. “I am really grateful for all the help I was given by the BCNA team as well as from Jo Lovelock, our local breast cancer nurse.”
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‘Big Red Book’ donation honours wine legacy IT was a labour of love that spanned 27 years. Margaret Crittenden’s collection of clippings and cuttings from all sources documenting the growth of the Mornington Peninsula wine industry from its embryonic state to the powerhouse it is today. Eventually the collection became too important to preside in simple scrap books, and the Crittenden family had each page photographed and assembled into “The Big Red Book”. And after Margaret’s death in November, the Crittenden’s recognised the importance of her work in documenting this important industry. “We only produced six of these books,” said Garry Crittenden. “We felt it was essential for this incomparable collection to be made available to the general public and historians of the future for review and reference.” The decision was made to donate three of the books to Mornington Peninsula Libraries for future generations to enjoy. “It really is quite something,” said Mr Crittenden. “It is 245 pages of history that deserves to be preserved. “Of course, donating these books helps us remember Margaret who was so important to the development of the wine industry on the Mornington Peninsula.” The Mornington Peninsula Shire mayor, Despi O’Connor was joined by councillors David Gill and Debra Mar for the official handover. “This book is a fascinating insight into the Peninsula’s history and a reminder of the role played by Margaret and Garry Crittenden as pioneers of our local wine industry,” said mayor O’Connor. “It’s wonderful to have this record made available to the public through our libraries.” For more information, go to crittendenwines. com.au
A labour of love: Garry Crittenden shows Mornington Peninsula Shire Council mayor Depsi O’Connor “The Big Red Book”. Collected memories: (inset) Garry Crittenden with his children Zoe and Rollo. Pictures: Yanni
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST MEMBERSHIP OF THE CAPEL SOUND FORESHORES COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT Nominations are being sought from the community for membership of a Committee of Management that will manage the foreshore reserve between Tootgarook and Rosebud West. The Committee is responsible for the day to day management, care and protection of the foreshore reserves on behalf of both the local community and the wider Victorian community.
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WEDNESDAY 5TH MAY 8.00am - 4.00pm
This is a unique opportunity to become actively involved in management of a highly significant area of coastal reserve. Volunteering plays a significant part in our community and the value of volunteering cannot be underestimated. This is a volunteer position with a requirement to attend regular meetings as well as allocate some personal time as required. Whilst the following knowledge and skills would be beneficial when considering an application, anyone with a genuine interest in foreshore management is encouraged to apply. Knowledge • Knowledge of the local natural environment and/or existing foreshore facilities • Knowledge of Coastal ecology • Volunteering environment • Aboriginal and cultural heritage • Tourism & promotion • Team / committee environment • Town Planning / Environmental management
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All registrations of interest will be considered. Further information and nomination forms are available from the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning from Sarah Wordsworth on 0438 427 526 or email: property.portphillip@delwp.vic.gov.au
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Reviews could lead to lifting of city centre dog ban Brodie Cowburn brodie@mpnews.com.au
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Park ingnited by artful dancing SPARK Youth Dance Company will perform its eightdance Circuit Breaker in the grounds of McClelland Sculpture Park+Gallery, Langwarrin on Friday and Saturday (9 and 10 April). Members of the audience will be able appreciate McClelland’s artworks in a new light as they move through the park to find and watch the dancers “explore themes of and
beyond their years”, director Alex Dellaportas said. The company’s dancers, aged 14 to 23, have been working together since February. Spark started in 2016, and its works have surprised and moved audiences with topical and emotive themes. Circuit Breaker tickets available at: www.sparkproductions.org.au/circuitbreaker
FRANKSTON’S controversial dog ban is under review. Dogs are banned from Frankston’s central activity area, bordered by Fletcher Road, Davey Street, and Kananook Creek Boulevard. Frankston councillors agreed last week to begin a community consultation process which could see leashed dogs being allowed back into the city centre. Council will also seek feedback on a cat curfew, and an off-leash dog beach. A report is expected to be presented back to council in July. Cr Brad Hill called the issues being reviewed by council “contentious”. “They are also items that come up regularly from our residents and ratepayers, and there are views on each side wanting change. There are people who want dogs out of central Frankston, and there are people who them in,” he said “We’re constantly asked to reexamine. What the report here asks us to do (...) is that we actually ask the public via a proper consultation process. Rather than listen to
the squeaky wheels and often a loud minority, we’ll actually have proper consultation and try to understand the view of the community as a whole.” Cr Sue Baker said “there was a plan to go out to consultation later in the year on these issues, but as a group of councillors we decided to bring it forward based on a lot of the changes people are living in their lives at the moment because of COVID-19.” The motion approved by councillors read that council would “maximise opportunities for community feedback in May and June 2021. Options on how to provide feedback both online and in writing will be widely communicated as part of the engagement.” The dog ban debate came to a head a year ago when the previous council chose to remove consultation on the issue from its Domestic Animal Management Plan review. The mayor Cr Kris Bolam said “given the public were disenfranchised last year in answering the questions posed before us tonight, I’m more than happy for this to go out to consultation.” “It’s time we bring these historical legacy matters to a head,” Cr Bolam said.
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Public Art Strategy is adjacent to EastLink southbound just before the Dandenong Bypass interchange.
Ellipsoidal Freeway Sculpture is in EastLink northbound just after the Wellington Road interchange.
Brush-ups revive tollway’s artworks
THREE of the most recognisable artworks along the 39 kilometres of the EastLink tollway have been renovated and restored. The collection of public artworks includes 12 artworks along the tollway and shared use path. EastLink says the artworks set among 480 hectares of landscaping are “arguably [form] Australia’s largest sculpture park”. “EastLink’s much-loved art collection cost $5 million when the artworks were commissioned and acquired shortly before EastLink opened in 2008, so it’s important they are maintained properly,” The company’s corporate affairs manager Doug Spencer-Roy said. “Three of the artworks needed maintenance recently, and with renovation works now complete, they are as good as
new,” he said. Public Art Strategy, by Melbournebased artist Emily Floyd, had some rust damage and patchy paintwork. The 13 metre tall black bird, which is contemplating a yellow worm, required 50 litres of black paint and 25 litres of yellow paint. Ellipsoidal Freeway Sculpture, by James Angus, was damaged in October 2018 by a runaway trailer carrying a small excavator. The paintwork of this 30 metre long artwork, called The Smarties by EastLink personnel, had also faded. Mr Spencer-Roy said the runaway trailer destroyed one of the 24 fibreglass ellipsoids and badly damaged another. The trailer operator’s insurance enabled EastLink to make and two replacement ellipsoids. Ellipsoidal Freeway Sculpture was also repainted to ensure the two new
pieces colour-matched the originals. Red Rings, by the late Inge King – a pioneer of contemporary sculpture – had faded paintwork, becoming a paler shade of its former self. The repainting of Red Rings’ three 2.5 metre diameter steel rings was completed shortly before the COVID pandemic. The artwork’s red colour contrasts with the green landscaping, “expressing the strength and tension that is the motivating force behind it”. “We will continue to look after the artworks on behalf of the community, in the same way as we look after the road, tunnels, bridges, landscaping, wetlands, and other EastLink assets,” Mr SpencerRoy said. Details about the tollway art, including a downloadable booklet with a map, is available on the EastLink website.
Red Rings is next to the EastLink Trail north of the Ferntree Gully Road interchange and is also visible from the tollway.
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Peninsula’s top taxi service FRANKSTON Radio Cabs Pty Ltd evolved out of an association of Frankston taxi owners who met on May 18th, 1961 at McCombs’ Garage. In 2015 the company was acquired by Silver Top Taxi Service Pty Ltd, but continued to operate under the banner of Frankston Taxis; recognised as the No. 1 taxi company in the Peninsula area. Frankston Taxis provides their network of Drivers and Operators with advanced communication, dispatch, and camera
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Seniors Loving Life! Danish Researchers Solve Hip and Knee Pain from Arthritis GLA:D®, or Good Life with Arthritis: Denmark, is an education and exercise program developed by researchers in Denmark for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis symptoms. What does GLA:D involve? This education and exercise program reflects the latest evidence in osteoarthritis (OA) research. It also includes testimonials from people with OA and trains on what works in the real world to help patients manage OA symptoms. GLA:D Australia training consists of: • A first appointment explaining the program and collecting data on your current functional ability. • Two education sessions which teach you about OA, how the GLA:D™ Australia exercises improve joint stability, and how to retain this improved joint stability outside of the program. • Group neuromuscular training sessions twice a week for six weeks to improve muscle control of the joint which leads to a reduction in symptoms and improved quality of life. You do not need a referral from you Doctor, however you may be eligible for a rebate from Medicare for some of the cost of the program, if deemed appropriate by your GP. Can I participate in GLA:D Australia? GLA:D™ Australia is a program for all individuals who experience any hip and/or knee osteoarthritis symptoms, regardless of severity. OA is the most common lifestyle disease in individuals 65 year of age and older but can also affect individuals as young as 30 years of age. GLA:D as an alternative to surgery Current national and international clinical guidelines recommend patient education, exercise, and weight loss as first line treatment for osteoarthritis.
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In Australia, treatment usually focuses on surgery and the GLA:D Australia program offers a safe alternative that may avoid the need for surgery. Research from the GLA:D program in Denmark found symptom progression reduces by 32%. Other outcomes include reduced pain, reduced use of joint related pain killers, and less people
taking sick leave due to OA. GLA:D participants also reported high levels of satisfaction with the program and increased levels of physical activity 12 months after starting the program. This program is unique in that the education and exercises provided can be applied to everyday activities. By strengthening
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More than just a village ALAN Day was 18 years old when he started serving in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) in the Bombing of Darwin and says he is very proud to continue supporting those affected by it. The 99-year-old is President of the Darwin Defenders Association (Melbourne Chapter), and says he plans to be President for as long as he can. “It’s a great honour (to be President) because I was leading the team to protect Darwin from the bombing.” “There are many people it affects to this day such as widows, so it’s something I’m very proud of.” The Bombing of Darwin took place on 19 February 1942, and was the largest single attack ever mounted by a foreign power on Australia. Alan was a Medical Orderly and played an important role in coordinating care and feeding assistance to armed forces and Australian citizens. He has accumulated eight Honours and Decorations in his lifetime and said the warm reception he received at The Mornington Retirement Village was very warm. “The staff and fellow residents here are very kind,” Alan said. “They all know that I am a returned serviceman and are very thankful for what I’ve done for Australia and give me lots of credit for that.” That includes The Mornington’s Chef, Sarah Callanan, who lives in nearby Skye, with a menagerie of animals including five chooks, a rabbit, four cats (who have their own room) and assorted wild birds.
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“The thing I love about Mornington is the country feel, especially driving into the village past the lake and seeing all the ducks and often ducklings,” Sarah said. “The main street also has such a holiday feel and I love sitting at this lovely restaurant, The Rocks, and looking out at the water.” In 2019, The Mornington became part of Southern Cross Care, a not-for-profit organisation that has been providing quality aged care and retirement living services to Australians for more than 50 years. The Mornington is an established vibrant community of more than 250 retirees who live within the village’s 186 independent living units and 36 serviced apartments. The Mornington offers on site consulting rooms for GP visits and a 24/7 Emergency Response System with a Registered Nurse on call. Plus, Southern Cross Care now delivers Home Care Packages in Mornington, providing residents with easy access to a wide range of government-subsidised care and support services, and more. Alan said he has ‘everything I need’ at The Mornington and is very happy that he can continue to live in Mornington. “It’s a beautiful place and I feel really comfortable here, I feel like I can always ask for help,” Alan said. “And that’s really important to me, because at the same time I still feel independent.”
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Community focus to independent living AT Greenways Village we provide a choice of accommodation to give you an independent lifestyle in a convenient location at an affordable and predictable cost; a community within a community served by loyal and caring staff. Greenways was one of the first villages to be accredited by the Retirement Village Association of Australia, the village meets the prescribed standards in respect of accommodation, village facilities, support and services and most importantly management practices. With the passage of time our housing and lifestyle requirements change – the children leave home and increasingly go interstate or overseas in search of careers; we need less space; a partner may have died; what was once an enjoyable weekend pastime like maintaining the garden, doing some painting around the house or even cleaning the gutters has become a source of stress rather than pleasure; rising home ownership bills such as rates and utilities, concerns over security if we go away and fixed or reducing income change our priorities and make us reassess our needs. For many hundreds of residents, over the last 45 years, Greenways Village has provided a welcome solution and a new lease on life. We do hope we can do the same for you. We encourage all prospective residents to visit other villages. Read their information and understand their particular legal and financial arrangements and, if possible, talk to existing residents about their experiences of village life. That is what we want you to do at Greenways Village – it is a big decision and not one that should be rushed. Greenways enjoys a very strong sense of community and pride in its long history and the lifestyle that has been sustained at the village.
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Rockport - World Class Shoes WE'RE often told to "think on our feet," but rarely "about them." It is only when we develop foot problems whether it is bunions, plantar fasciitis, hammertoes, heel spurs or just sore feet that we recognise how important they are. Bayside Shoes has been working in the “foot solutions “ business for over 30 years with specialist shoe manufacturers and orthopaedic professionals to ensure that we can find a solution for most foot problems. It is our great pleasure to announce that we are now offering the Rockport range of high quality, orthotic friendly shoes together with our personalised shoe fitting service. What impressed us with Rockport is that they scrutinize every line and nuance of their shoes, from first sketch to final product to continuously strive for total quality in foot comfort, shoe durability while looking stylishly good. The popular World Tour Classic is the ideal shoe for the traveller. The World Tour is packed with features including a walking platform construction providing support in the heel and forefoot as well as a padded tongue, slip resistant sole and full grain leather upper, World Tour is light weight travel walker that is
light on your feet and in your luggage. The new Edge Hill Mens range has that rugged outdoor leather look for bush walking or just general casual wear built to the exacting Rockport standards for comfort and fit with half sizes from 7 to 13. The Trust Ride Prowalker shoe is a comfortable premium leather, ladies walking shoe designed to have a more flexible forefoot with a mesh lining on the interior that lets your feet breath. The lightweight EVA outsole gives excellent walking grip and stability. This is a great casual shoe that offers comfort with walking pleasure and is available in eyecatching Merlot red, Admiral blue or traditional black colours. Bayside Shoes also offers an extensive range of work & formal LARGE size shoes for women (11/42 – 15/46) and men (12 / 45 to 17/51) Bayside Shoes is located at 103 Railway Parade, Seaford on the corner of Clovelly Parade and has both free and disability parking near its entrance with wheel chair ramp access to the store. View the Bayside Shoes range on its website baysideshoewarehouse.com.au or phone 03 9785 1887 if you have an enquiry.
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A passion for eyeware on Main Street MAIN Street Eyecare has a passion for eyewear and eyecare. With the latest design in Australian and European frames they truly live up to their statement “eyewear as individual as you are”. A family run business since 2001, Main Street Eyecare are dedicated to giving the best possible care to their customers, with highly trained staff Kay Tyrie, Louise Hankinson and Leonidas Vlatiakis at the helm.
Regular eye tests are important not only to maintain the best level of vision, but also the health of your eyes. Another important factor in eye health is the danger of UV exposure, making choosing the correct sun protection invaluable. It is recommended to have two yearly check ups or more regularly if there is a family history of eye disease. Book your appointment with Main Street Eyecare on 5975 3235 or visit 57 Main Street Mornington.
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Traveling the extra mile to give you a perfect smile! THE idea behind DenturePoint is simple: to create a private boutique denture clinic where new smiles are designed exactly the way you want them and without any unnecessary stress. This is to suit the lifestyle of our beautiful Mornington Peninsula: stress free and as relaxing as possible. Maggie Murch practices in Mornington and works very close with Dr Albery and Dr Finti. She also sees patients at Dr Bhawna’s clinic in Lyndhurst. ‘I am very passionate about what I do and my love for creating smiles started when I was 16 years old. I am still as excited about my job today as when I first started, and I always ensure I keep up with all the newest technology and methods. I recently travelled to Japan to learn more about suction of lower dentures. It was extremely educational, and I had a great pleasure to meet Dr Abe - the creator of mandibular suction – and his team.’ Maggie had been originally trained as a dental technician in a world renowned Eastman Dental Hospital in London. She then accomplished a Higher Diploma at the University of Cardiff in Wales. She got employed by Goulburn Valley Hospital in Shepparton and later worked at prestigious dental clinic in Glen Iris together with Dr Dickinson, Dr Pearson and Dr Homewood. She also carries a Master’s Degree of Dental Technology in Prosthetics from the Griffith University in Gold Coast. With almost 30 years of experience she is able to offer a superior denture care and with an extra Hypnotherapy Diploma she can put the most anxious patients at ease. ‘I specialise in making dentures and that doesn’t involve any pain but most of my patients tell me how nervous they are to step into a dental clinic. My hypnotherapy and distraction techniques have not disappointed me, as yet. I completed a Diploma course of
Dental Prosthetist, Maggie Murch. Photo supplied
Clinical Hypnosis and Psychotherapy as a hobby project and would never think it could be so useful in my job. The techniques work particularly well with people who clench and grind their teeth’. Maggie also offers 24/7 emergency denture repairs most of which are done within two hours’ time. “This is the beauty of being a dental
technician and a dental prosthetist in one.’ says Maggie – ‘ I can see a patient in the clinic with a broken denture and fix it in the lab the very same day’. ‘At DenturePoint, I offer longer appointments which gives me a better insight into my patients’ denture related needs and expectations. I like to think they get a real VIP treatment when they come to see me.’
And for all of those who are unable to see her in the clinic in Mornington she offers a mobile service. ‘My job gives me a great sense of satisfaction and I am always ready to travel an extra mile to create a perfect smile!” - says Maggie. To make an appointment call Maggie on 0400919513 or visit www.denturepoint.com. au for further information.
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Seniors Loving Life! Lardners Solicitors And Prudent Legal...The Power Of Unity! LARDNERS Solicitors and Prudent Legal have merged into a single firm to provide clients in the Mornington Peninsula region with legal services backed by a strong, significant range and depth of resources. Jimmy Lardner, a current partner and a principal of Prudent Legal, was the founding principal of Lardners Solicitors in 1991. In late 2003 he sold the firm to Charles White only to buy it back from him in March this year when Charles decided to retire. “Charles has built this firm to an excellent level of dedication and quality of legal services to the community. It is with great pleasure that I take the baton from Charles and continue the trajectory of growth and commitment to the community upon which this firm’s foundations were laid. Our clients will have at their disposal the wealth of knowledge, experience and resources accumulated over close to 30 years of continuous operations of this firm” says Lardner. “Education, guidance, encouragement and support is what our solicitors continue to intensely focus on when working with clients. We are very conscious legal journeys are often difficult for many of our clients. Clients can experience a range of emotions, changing needs and stresses. We deeply understand this and take the responsibility to help them navigate and make pragmatic decisions carefully as they travel through their matter to completion. A prudent approach to a prudent pathway leading to a prudent destination is how we work to achieve an outcome for our clients” says Lardner. The firm’s four full time solicitors offer significant, varied expertise and availability to meet the many different needs and demands of the growing Mornington Peninsula community. After hours appointments, home visits and video conferencing facilities are made freely available to assist clients obtain legal advice and support whenever convenient to them.
Solicitors Jimmy Lardner and Andrea Griffiths
Lardner says he cannot emphasise enough that whilst Lardners Solicitors is excited about continuing to innovate through better utilisation of technology for convenience, cost control and efficiency, it will never waver from engaging with and deeply understanding each of its client’s needs foremost through good old fashioned friendly chats. This approach is the very backbone of how the solicitors and staff of the firm advice and support each of its clients.
The firm has increasingly found itself advising senior citizens on a number of issues very specific to their evolving needs. “We notice our seniors are tending to be more sophisticated in their needs in areas such as wills and estates, asset protection, inheritances, retirement village matters, aged care and family and succession issues” says Lardner. To advise clients in this spectrum of needs the firm’s solicitors make visits to seniors’ homes, hospitals, retirement villages and aged care facilities freely. “In
taking a holistic approach to our client’s needs, we often find ourselves assisting seniors with referrals to other organisations and services who specialise in specific non-legal areas of needs, says Lardner. When clients tell us “I want a solicitor who takes time to listen, understands my issues, supports and gives me advice that is applicable to my specific needs” we get that. It’s just the way we have always practiced, says Lardner
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Welcome To Mount Martha Retirement Village RETIRE to the good life. With a spacious 7.5 acres of premier lifestyle choices, residents at Mount Martha Retirement Village are truly spoilt for choice. Our exclusive retirement village is a lifestyle destination, a natural extension of their picturesque environment in privileged, quiet location surrounded by parklands, golf courses and bustling shopping, dining and leisure precincts. Within the village, vibrant communities set the pace and country club living meets modern convenience with facilities that invite action or relaxation, promoting a range of social or individual activities and importantly, the freedom to choose. You choose how much or how little you wish to do. Distinguished by aspect, activity, access and absolute peace of mind, inclusive village communities reimagine retirement leisure facilities, including heated indoor pool next door. Importantly, the added benefit of having
nursing home facilities onsite allows for a worry-free future. Get closer to nature and hit the walk tracks in the park next door, take in a sunset stroll, a spot of fishing or a round of golf. Residents can entertain family and friends within manicured grounds or fully equipped dining spaces at the community centre, a social hub with an enviable calendar of events that invites you to socialise, learn something new or take a wellearned break. There’s always something happening within the village; happy hour drinks, movie events, bus trips to events and modern shopping centres. Diverse fitness, beauty and wellbeing services are available. Villas are fitted with 24hour emergency call systems for immediate medical assistance if required. Low weekly service fees. The Village is located at 42 Acacia Street, Mount Martha. Phone 9822 9505/0439 385 390 www.ageinginplaceretirementvillage.com.au
The wheels on the bus are going round HOW fantastic it is to be back on the road again, seeing some well-known faces return and many new ones as well!! After a rocky beginning to the year, with snap border closures, lockdowns, and extreme weather conditions we are thrilled to have delivered some day trips and multi day trips around Victoria. French Island, Kerrisdale Mountain Railway, Blue Lotus Watergardens, Rayners Orchid and a 5-day getaway to Bendigo were great destinations to visit and it was lovely to see the smiles on everyone’s faces as they were once again able to enjoy each other's company, some fresh air and a lovely time being out and about and loving life. April and May look to be busy months for us with holidays planned to Bright, Daylesford, Benalla & the NE Silo Art Trail and Warrnambool & the Great Ocean Road. We’ll also visit Marysville, the Funky Farm in Hastings, Tooradin and Ripponlea for the Miss Fisher Crypt of Tears exhibition on day trips.
It's great to see that the theatre is again opening with our first trip being to a matinee of the acclaimed Moulin Rouge in October We are currently working on some fab little trips for the winter months to Albury/Wodonga, Echuca, Mildura & Swan Hill and Sovereign Hill. With the roll out of the vaccine, we plan to begin our interstate holidays again in Spring with our Bushfire Recovery Tour, Perth & Margaret River, The NSW North Coast & Jacaranda Festival and our King Island Trip. Our phones have been running hot with calls from various groups to plan and organise day trips for their members. Probus Clubs, Retirement Villages and Social clubs have been in touch and it's our pleasure to create a lovely day out for them. We invite you to contact us on 1300 274 880 or email info@daytripper.com.au and join us for some time away from your everyday life.
TOURING AGAIN IN 2021 DAY TRIPS
departing from various locations on the Mornington Peninsula
Kerrisdale Mountain Railway incl: Mountain Railway Train ride, Museum tour, BBQ lunch.
Mount Martha
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Moulin Rouge - The Musical Regent Theatre. incl: Transport & Show Ticket (lunch not included).
Wed 6 Oct $135pp
MULTI DAY TRIPS
home pick up and return (t&c’s apply)
Great Ocean Rd & Surrounds
19 – 23 April
$1499pp ($250s/s)
Bright in Autumn
24 - 27 May
$1099pp ($225s/s)
Daylesford
10 - 13 May
$1350pp ($225s/s)
Silo Art Trail N.E. VIC
17 - 21 May
$1599pp ($300s/s)
Albury/ Wodonga
21 - 25 June
Price TBA
Echuca
12 - 16 July
Price TBA
Mildura & Swan Hill
22 - 28 August
Price TBA
Berwick
25 Parkhill Drive
Call for an appointment 03 9822 9505 / 0439 385 390 www.ageinginplaceretirement.com.au
Thu 06 May $70pp
Family owned & operated business for over 20 years
Ageing in Place Villages located at Mount Martha
Tue 13 Apr $80pp
Miss Fisher and the Crypt of Tears Exhibition incl: Entry to exhibition. Lunch at Caulfield RSL at own expense.
CONTACT OUR OFFICE P: E: W:
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Friday 4June, 10.30am & 1.30pm Tickets: $19-$21 A joyous, foot stamping, hand clapping celebration of the swinging 60s featuring songs of Tom Jones and more! Book at thefac.com.au or call 03 97841060
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Tuesday 13 July 7.30pm Tickets: $27-$60 Celebrate the adventure and heart of two of Australia i s great actresses (reunited on stage!) Book at thefac.com.au or call 03 97841060
Thursday 30 September 8pm Tickets: $27-$60 A delightfully amusing and poignant play about the nature of marriage, the pursuit of happiness and the perfect foxtrot! Book at thefac.com.au or call 03 97841060
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WALLFLOWERING
Seniors Loving Life! Everything you need to know about Ear Wax! CERUMEN is the proper medical term used to describe ear wax. But what is cerumen and how is it formed? Typically, our old skin cells die as new ones are formed. The old skin in our ear canals ‘migrate’ (or move) from the inside of the ear canal to the outside of our ears. While doing so, the old skin mixes itself in body oils and that is how cerumen is formed. Cerumen can either be soft or hard. This usually indicates how long the wax has been in the canals and living in different climates can also play a part. Cerumen can also come in different colours, varying from yellow to brown. However, if you notice hints of red in your cerumen, this could indicate ear damage and that bleeding has occurred. Cerumen has several important roles in our
body as it protects your ear canals from dust, dirt and bugs/insects from entering your ears by acting as a shield. However, as the saying goes, everything in moderation. Once your ears are blocked with wax, it is very tempting to remove it from your ears. Unfortunately, many people resort to using cotton tips, which compact and push the wax deeper into the ear canal, making it harder to remove. Furthermore, the cotton tips can scratch the ear canals causing bleeding. Once the ear canal skin is broken, you are more susceptible to ear infections. If you feel that your ears are blocked or your hearing is not right, please give Stay Tuned Hearing a call on 9708 8626. Our caring Audiologist Robin Tu in Mt Eliza will assist you with all your hearing needs.
A tailored luxury lifestyle solution WE love it when our homeowner’s say, ‘I wish we had made the move sooner’. Setting the new standard in luxury lifestyle living has not been an easy feat, nor has offering a fairer and tailored luxury lifestyle solution for our homeowners, but at Aviva Communities we are proud to say that is how it is. With the following key features, Aviva Communities Officer ticks’ big boxes when it comes to luxury lifestyle living: • All homes are built by Aviva Communities, meaning more control over what can be offered to our homeowners • Energy included in our weekly site fee, meaning no more energy bills • Greater cost certainty with the option to fix your weekly site fee for life • Deferred Management Fee charged on the purchase price rather than the exit price
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Seniors Loving Life! Age on Stage: How trips to the theatre improve wellbeing WHEN Gordon Dunlop retired and settled into his new life on the peninsula, he became a member of the Frankston Arts Centre to stay connected to the arts. “I became a member because there’s stimulating and affordable programming, which also meant I do not have to travel into the city as much for good theatre.” As people live longer, we are often looking for ways to enrich our lives with quality and enjoyment. Although minimal studies have formally evaluated the benefits of theatre on mature minds, the anecdotal evidence agrees with Gordon’s experience in that seeing live performance can have a positive impact mentally and socially. Usually attending alone, Gordon often “strikes up chats with strangers about the performances we are seeing”. “I do consider my FAC membership as an important component of my cultural life now and a potential way into some social engagement in my new life.” When asked what he enjoys most about live performance, Gordon enthuses “It has a physical intensity, spontaneity and intimacy that cannot be matched in cinematic, televisual or online performance… there is a shared communal experience.” Participation in the arts and experiencing live performance is known to have a positive impact on health and wellbeing for all ages, decreasing anxiety and loneliness, increasing your sense of value and purpose and other emotional and imagination benefits. Frankston Arts Centre members, Colin and Myrtle Hughes, explain how this experience affects them, “Live theatre is just priceless in its embrace, as the experience will often touch you deeply and that then is enhanced by sharing it with those around you.
“We typically just go together but know that we’ll meet many friends there that we see every time, including the staff.” When asked to name their favourite show seen at the Frankston Arts Centre, Colin and Myrtle are hard-pressed to choose one. “Top of the bill would be the Sydney Dance Theatre with their exquisite heart-wrenching performances, but alongside them are the fantastic performances by our local musical theatre group, the Peninsula Light Opera Society, whose musicals are as good as those we see in the city or overseas. “But a significant part of the joy of the FAC is the constant variety - the opportunity to have the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, international opera and ballet companies, Australian playwrights, musicians, singers, dancers, comedians and choirs all 15 minutes from your door in an almost unattainable cascade of entertainment!” For Gordon, his favourite performance was a surprise to him as he isn’t “normally a big dance fan - but this show was a bravura, virtuoso performance embracing a century of dance styles and history. “100 Year History of Dance in 60 minutes was informative, funny and reverential. Joseph’s characterization was endearing and the dancing in a range of styles was extraordinary. He finished with whole audience participation and had an incredible rapport with the audience and an ability not only to hold, but to rivet, their attention.” You can join the Frankston Arts Centre as a Member at any time of year for the low cost of $40 for an Individual or $80 for a Joint Membership. Benefits include discounted tickets, invitations to the annual Season launch event, priority bar service, deferred payment for tickets and pre-sale opportunities. For more information, visit thefac.com.au.
Light the Way Founder and Consultant, David. Photo supplied
Support when you need it most IT was David’s love of helping people that inspired him to lauch his own business. And with more than 15 years’ experience working in the aged care sector in both not-for-profit and for-profit organisations, he has the expereince to succeed. Light The Way Aged Care Placements offers superior and professional support so older Victorians can make informed decisions as they and their loved ones navigate the daunting process of finding the most suitable aged care provider. David’s focus is putting people first, offering unlimited calls or meetings either virtually or face-to-face. He can accompany you on tours of providers, help complete government and provider paperwork and will share his wealth of knowledge with you, taking into account your care needs, goals, lifestyle choices and financial situation.
“I love helping people through a vulnerable and emotional time in their lives by putting everything into words they understand,” said David. Based in Mount Martha, David covers the Mornington Peninsula as well as Melbourne’s eastern and south-eastern suburbs, assisting you or your loved ones whether you’re looking for a Home Care Package provider, moving into an independent living unit or into residential aged care, including respite care. David is available for a free initial consultation Monday to Friday 8.30am-6pm, and Saturday 10am-noon. Contact Light The Way Aged Care Placements on 0409 566 927, or support@ lighttheway.com.au, or visit their website at www.lighttheway.com.au.
Loved one needing a home care package or residential aged care provider? Light The Way Aged Care Placements are highly experienced, independent aged care placement specialists. Let us take away all the stress and confusion by supporting you to find the perfect care option for your loved one.
Pictured: Daytime Music + Theatre favourites, Rachel Beck and Rhonda Burchmore, performing in the FAC Theatre. photo supplied
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ENJOY A LIFE OF PERFECT MOMENTS. A VIBRANT canopy of inherited trees shade this historic Ranelagh Estate property where a landscaped confection of decorative floras surround a home updated in anticipation of the times we live in. Set on 1582 square metres, the contemporary Hamptons inspired home is blessed with a series of manicured lawns punctuated by arbours and groves where gentle curves soften angles in what is truly one of Mount Eliza’s most beautiful garden parks. From the welcoming entry you are ushered into a simply dazzling lounge room where, if the soaring timber lined pitched ceiling doesn’t take your breath away, the magnificent stone
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feature wall with inset gas fire embraced by two enormous cathedral style windows surely will. With a serene outlook to the pool area and the vibrant leafy greens of the surrounding trees, this is high definition living in its most natural state. Overlooking this incredible space is the divine kitchen, itself a shrine to entertaining, which comes complete with a grand island bench incorporating a Miele dishwasher, there is a full butler’s pantry with sink and adjoining the kitchen is a spacious dining zone that will easily seat ten. Throughout the space are stunning European oak timber floors. The family bedroom wing comprises two generous bedrooms that share
a full bathroom and a versatile family room with ducted heating and cooling heating that opens out to one of several decks, whilst the casually elegant master bedroom features plantation shutters, your own little private patio down to the garden, a large dressing room and a full ensuite with his and hers vanity, deep soaker tub and toasty under floor heating. Externally the home continues to impress with a quaint kitchen garden in the utility yard secluded by an arbour of camellias that steps through to a grove of ornamental pears and or easy entertaining there is mains gas to the outdoor barbecue with built in bar fridges.n
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ADDRESS: 99 Rutland Avenue, MOUNT ELIZA FOR SALE: $2,650,000 - $2,850,000 DESCRIPTION: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car AGENT: Vicki Sayers 0410 416 987, RT Edgar Real Estate, 82 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza, 9776 3369
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“The difference between a good price and a great price is a great estate agent”
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WANT THE BEST PRICE? BACK BEACH BLISS BARELY a skimmed stone from the sand and surfers’ favourite Number Sixteen Beach, this private peninsula retreat encapsulates the joy of coastal living in this fun three-bedroom beach house paradise surrounded by mature native gardens. The interior provides generous open-plan living and dining anchored by mellow timber floors, whilst a traditional wood fire promises amazing warmth and ambiance come the winter months. The kitchen has all the basics covered with an upright gas oven, dishwasher and plenty of storage for provisions. There is a charming atrium style sunroom that would make a delightful children’s play area or quiet reading room and there is a good-sized family area off the kitchen. Two of the three bedrooms have built-in robes and all share the updated bathroom with vanity, heat lamp and large shower. Handy to the general store and only a couple of minutes’ drive to Rye township, this is an amazing opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of the natural world.n
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HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE RTA CHANGES? From Monday 29th March 2021, an amendment to the Residential Tenancies Act came into effect. It is a lot of information to take in , but here we would like to share with you a few points of interest.
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Each renter on the agreement must be provided a full set of keys per tenant for the property Urgent repairs threshold increased has been increased from $1800 to $2500 Bond on the property kust be finalised within 10 business days Rent can only be increased every 12 months and agents must provide renters with documentation on how the increase was determined A new 5-strike system is in place for rent arrears. Late payments made more than 15 days after the due date will receive a strike; 5 strikes made within a 12 month period allows a rental property provider to apply to VCAT for possession of the property.
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‘a lifestyle village for the over 50’s’ 249 High Street, Hastings, 3915 www.peninsulaparklands.com.au UNDERCT A CONTR
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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
Will the bin police be wearing brown shirts? I’m all for attempts to improve the recycling situation. However, the latest heavy handed plan by Mornington Peninsula Shire is beyond the pale. Instead of firstly educating the residents in what we can or can’t put into our recycling bins, it seems [councillors are] going down the “make a fast buck” path by fining us for having something in the bin that shouldn’t be there. We cannot control the actions of thoughtless twerps who go around the neighbourhood dumping their rubbish into our recycling bin. That can’t be controlled without CCTV cameras being situated on every other house in the street. We’re going to have bin police rummaging through our recycling bins. Good grief. Will they wear brown shirts? We’re possibly going to have re-education programs (probably in Siberia) on what can or can’t be put in the bins. Not to mention heavy fines. Let’s not forget the three-month ban from taking your recycling contents after three warnings and fines. What about the elderly? How are they expected to get their recycling to the tip if they don’t drive? By all means inform the residents, but don’t bully us. We want a comprehensive list of what we can or can’t put in the recycling bin sent to every household. To comply with the shire’s directive, we deserve nothing less. John Cain, president Mornington Peninsula Ratepayers and Residents Association
Stay out of my bin It’s embarrassing to live in Mornington Peninsula Shire when the council rubbish hits the fan yet again. Why do I have to feel the need to apologise every few weeks, when another clanger hits the airways? I certainly didn’t vote for any of the Briars Ward councillors and yet they were able to spend other people’s money, such as our rates, and taxes and some from party political donations, to promote their own agendas. First prayers, now deep doodoo. I don’t pay high rates to have electronic surveillance of my meticulously sorted rubbish with the possibility that some low life drops their own non-sorted rubbish into my bins after dark. It does happen even in posh Mount Eliza. Readers would be well advised to lift the lid and check, or else install your own CCTV. Surely a hard curbside rubbish collection like in Frankston will ameliorate some of these contamination problems? Yet our remaining councillors continue to live by the sword and wear cloth ears. Another bin for food waste would help as some of the inner suburban sensible councils have instigated. An internationally proven waste-to-energy policy would help too, but no, let’s fine them and contribute to our bottom line. How much longer do we have to suffer these
chancers before the state government calls in the commissioners to take over the daily running instead of the CEO? Ian Morrison, Mt Eliza Community Alliance
Draconian move Although not a resident of Mornington Peninsula Shire, I was appalled to see a 30 March television news service where the mayor Cr Despi O’Connor cited an imaginary “climate emergency” as an excuse to introduce draconian rules regarding what ratepayers put in their rubbish bins. I hope the people of the peninsula see this nonsense for what it is and take appropriate action against it. Michael Long, Frankston
Kangaroos not pests We need to base decisions about the welfare of wildlife on science and fact and not one based on emotion (“Farmers need go ahead to cull kangaroos six months a year” Letters 30/3/21). Contrary to the stated belief, kangaroos are not pests, they are an indigenous species that are on the Australian coat of arms and protected under the Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988 in Victoria. No one actually knows how many kangaroos are on the Mornington Peninsula and current estimates are based on government modelling. There is no evidence to suggest that kangaroos are costing land owners income and the natural beauty of the peninsula, including its fauna, are of more economic benefit to the peninsula with the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council’s website estimating that tourism contributes $1.07 billion to the peninsula while agriculture contributes $450 million. By all means survey all agricultural producers on the peninsula for their thoughts on kangaroos. I urge anyone one else who is concerned about the welfare of kangaroos to sign the petition to the state government at: parliament.vic.gov.au/ council/petitions/electronic-petitions/view-epetitions/details/12/320 I would hope Tim Davies understands the irony of mentioning COVID in his letter as the pandemic is a zoonotic disease. Craig Thomson, director Wildlife Ecosystems Retention & Restoration, Rye
Shooting ‘archaic’ Tim Davies’ archaic views promoting the shooting of eastern grey kangaroos by private landholders may explain why he only achieved 3.6 per cent of the vote when standing as a candidate for Mornington Peninsula Shire Council last year (“Farmers need go ahead to cull kangaroos six months a year” Letters 30/3/21). As population growth on the peninsula has reduced habitat for our wildlife, modern day farmers have learned to successfully co-exist with kangaroos, whose grazing patterns pose no significant threat to their stock. Kangaroos may
be more concentrated in certain areas due to loss of habitat, but this does not represent an increase in their numbers. Mr. Davies’ so-called “pests” are in fact our precious wildlife living precariously among our burgeoning population. They are to be valued and preserved. Jennifer Atkins, retired Gippsland farmer, Arthurs Seat
Wasted demonstration The recent demonstration of Sybil Disobedients protesting the proposed AGL terminal at Hastings, while worthy in its intent, is a waste of time and effort and could even be a negative by attracting derision (“Exit gas, a performance protest” The News 30/3/21). These fancy dress demonstrations might give the participants a nice fuzzy feeling [but] influence nobody who matters. It would be far more effective for their efforts to be directed at rallies of much bigger numbers at the offices of the local state and federal MPs followed by an even larger number on the steps of Parliament House. Given the distance from Spring Street, marshalling large numbers of people to rallies in Melbourne is fraught with the tyranny of distance. This is much easier achieved by having protest rallies locally. The resulting publicity, if it can be gained, would then make rallies in Spring Street achievable. The average Melbournian is disconnected from this problem. They are not informed about it. We need a Rex Hunt with access to the airways to give it real momentum. I believe that this project is a serious threat to the entirety of Western Port because it will be the thin edge of a wedge that [the Premier] Daniel Andrews has in mind for massive development of the region funded with Chinese money from his Belt and Road initiative. Whatever arguments may be presented on the basis of a national need to import gas are irrelevant. The key issue is the protection and preservation of the unique ecology that is Western Port. We need groups like Sybil Disobedients, but we need their efforts to be directed for maximum effect. Who else knew about this protest? If it had been more widely publicised there could have been bigger numbers. Barry James Rumpf, McCrae Editor: One week after the “performance demonstration” by the Sybil Disobedients, Planning Minister Richard Wynne announced the government had knocked back AGL’s plans. See “State terminates AGL’s gas import plan” Page 5
No AGL gas project As a Crib Point resident, I would like to thank Planning Minister Richard Wynne for deciding to reject the AGL’s gas import jetty and pipeline project. The project was flawed before it was even announced. AGL executives thought it was just “… a jetty and a pipe…” – how wrong they were. It has wasted $130 million dollars of AGL shareholders’ money. I would also like to thank Mornington Peninsula Shire Council and its strategic planning team for their advocacy work to oppose AGL’s gas project. All the community groups and local residents
around Western Port deserve recognition for their years of hard work to research and raise awareness of the many flaws in the AGL plan. Hopefully, future industrial developments in Victoria will learn from the mistakes of AGL. Now, where is that hydrogen ship? Dale Stohr, Crib Point
The dogs of Rye It doesn’t take much effort to learn about when and where dogs are allowed on the beach. However, dog owners seem oblivious to Mornington Peninsula Shire’s local laws. Dogs are not allowed on the beach between 9am and 7pm during daylight saving. After daylight saving on a leash. There are leash-free beaches available, but not on the beaches immediately either side of the Rye pier. Last week a Staffordshire terrier bounded toward me as a I was walking, and I told the owner (who was a good 15 metres away - not in control of the dog) “put your dog on a leash”. She proceeded to verbally abuse me. When I further challenged her that she was in the wrong, she made the motion of throwing her dog poo bag at me. I called 000 as I was aghast that she felt the right to call me all sorts of swear words and physically threaten me with her dog poo bag. Once she realised I was calling the police, she leashed her dog and walked away. I apologised to the police for taking up their time, but this woman was so menacing, I was very upset. I followed up with the shire and the rangers, and hopefully I will be able to walk on a dog free beach again soon. Name and address supplied, Rye
Flawed bubble Has the federal government had another thought bubble? It has obviously not through properly the suggestion that fleeing family violence access their superannuation to help them reestablish themselves and any accompanying dependent children. This is not only inappropriate, but another form of blaming and punishing the victim. Women already have less in their superannuation on retirement than men because of the underlining inequality in an already flawed system. Why should women continue to be disadvantaged? Perhaps the perpetrator’s superannuation should be appropriated? This proposed policy is bad and should not be implemented. Surely what is required is more emergency housing for those persons fleeing violence. It is yet another example of a government showing us it is anti-women. Denise Hassett, Mount Martha
Capital reading I suggest that the contributor of the letter headed Canberra safety (The News 31/3/21) will be further enlightened after reading the book written by former Labor sport minister Kate Ellis. The book is bound to make an uncomfortable read for some of her former colleagues and journalists. Bill Holmes, Sorrento
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The Unbearable Lightness of Jorts By Stuart McCullough LET’S be honest: some things simply were never meant to be. What may have been intended as a glorious combination ends up an abomination, spurned by all. By trying to be all things to all people, you end up being nothing at all. Whoever thought of combining Vegemite and ice cream should be immediately deported, even if they were born here. The decision to merge Australian Rules Football with tiddlywinks to create ‘AFL X’ is best forgotten. But the decision to merge jeans and shorts into one unholy piece of casual apparel is simply unforgivable. Like ‘Labradoodle’, ‘Liger’ and ‘Turducken’, the term ‘jorts’ is really just a sum of its inglorious parts. For those lucky people who are unfamiliar with them; jeans and shorts, mixed together, equal ‘jorts’. While some may regard this as innovative, it’s my view that nature intended some things to be separate. You are either wearing jeans or you are wearing shorts. You cannot do both at once. You must pick a side and stick with it. Without a word of warning, jorts seem to be making a comeback. Granted, for some they probably never went away. But I had noted a distinct decline which I had wrongly assumed was a broader social compact that we – as a nation – were moving on from jorts. Clearly, I was misinformed. For now they appear to have returned, stronger than ever. Perhaps it happened during lockdown – people gave up hope and, thus, determined that with nothing left to lose,
they may as well wear jorts. My message to this people is simple – don’t give up hope. And while you’re busy not giving up hope, put some slacks on. I’m sure some of you regard this as something of an over-reaction on my part. You couldn’t be more wrong. Quite simply, there are some things
that should never be combined. You wouldn’t mix vodka and cornflakes. Or, if you would, you clearly have bigger problems; but it’s fair to say that mixing vodka and breakfast cereal generally is a very bad idea. You see my point. Truth is, I have good reason to be sensitive on the subject of jorts.
That’s because I once owned a pair. Worse still, I made my own. As a kid, I had a pair of jeans that were worn through at the knees. This was a common thing when I was growing up. There’s a glorious time in your life when all your long pants have holes in the knees, because you both frequently fall over and get back up again. As a kid, falling over is an everyday occurrence and, frankly, no biggie. At some indeterminate point, falling over is a huge deal and to be avoided at all costs. I had obviously fallen over in these particular jeans many, many times. It’s not that I thought jorts were a good idea. It’s that I wanted to get away from wearing what my classmates referred to as ‘budgie smugglers’ during swimming. Everyone else had moved on to board shorts. Except for me. To say that I felt exposed is true both emotionally and physically. My pleas to upgrade to board shorts fell, if not on deaf ears, then ears that were either deliberately turned off or preoccupied with Dr. Hook or Nana Mouskouri to listen. I had to take both matters and a pair of scissors into my own hands. I guess as a subspecies, you’d describe the end product as ‘cutoffs’ – a distinct branch of the broader jort family. My efforts were, at best, imprecise. Tragically, I’d cut too high; meaning that when I wore them, the pockets hung below the shorts. But as ugly as they were, I was able to wear them swimming and achieve a level of coverage that, for me, had been hitherto unknown. Next time I went
to the pool, I felt more than comfortable. I felt invincible. I wore my jorts all summer. The following year, I reached into the wardrobe to retrieve them to find that the zip and completely rusted and could not be closed. Wearing budgie smugglers is one thing. Wearing jorts with the fly undone would be a new kind of humiliation entirely. I had no choice but to return to speedos. To have never loved is one thing. But to have loved and lost is a unique kind of pain. So it is with jorts. To have never worn jorts would have been one thing. But to have worn them and then to return to speedos was a humiliation too great to bear. In such dire circumstances, I did the only sensible thing I could – I stopped swimming entirely. But despite this, jorts have remained something of a trigger for me. Just the most fleeting of glimpses and I am twelve years old, exposed and about to dive in, wishing I was invisible. Doubtless, there are some people reading this who feel very strongly that jorts are a legitimate form of selfexpression. In a way, I guess they are. But for me, I prefer the pure breeds. When I wear jeans, they will reach all the way to my ankles. On the rare occasion that I choose to wear shorts, there will not be a trace of denim. For those who are committed to the cause, let me simply say this: spare a thought for others. Perhaps wear jorts only in total darkness. Or underneath proper pants. You’ll be glad you did. stuart@stuartmccullough.com
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face of a global pandemic. This play was inspired by tragedy. In early 2015 there were a spate of suicides by junior doctors – four within a month. Whilst such events are distressingly common within the profession, four deaths in such quick succession rocked the health sector. Something was clearly wrong with the workplace culture of hospitals, and something had to change. Vividly brought to life by a cast of four extraordinary actors, the play takes the audience on an unforgettable journey. There will be laughter, there will be shock, and there will be tears. Alternative Facts presents Grace Under Pressure at Frankston Arts Centre on Thursday 6 May, 7.30pm. Tickets: $27-$60 Bookings: 03 9784 1060 or thefac.com.au. Mornington News
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100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...
First ‘aerial delivery’ of bread in Australia Compiled by Cameron McCullough RESIDENTS and holiday makers at Cowes, Phillip Island, were awakened on Good Friday morning by the droning of an aeroplane, and a favored few received “hot x buns” from the clouds. Mr H. McColl, baker, and storekeeper, of Cowes, realising his inability to supply the needs of the large parties of campers on the isle, arranged with Messrs Borer & Co, the Port Melbourne bread manufacturers, to supply him with 100 large loaves, and a bag of buns by aerial delivery. Pilot Graham Carey, accompanied by Mr H. Stranaghan, left the Port Melbourne aerodrome on Thursday afternoon with their novel cargo, travelling by way of Westernport. The airmen had a rough and bumpy flight, and in the vicinity of Mount Eliza it was a case of “What-oh, Eliza!”. Darkness setting in, and being unacquainted with the landing place at Cowes, they stayed at the Flinders Naval Base, Crib Point, for the night. Resuming their flight next morning the aviator flew across Westernport to Cowes in 10 minutes – the actual time for the entire trip from Port Melbourne being 35 minutes. A landing was effected about 7 a.m. on Mrs H. Vaughan’s property, and the first aerial bread delivery in Australia was thus accomplished. Mrs Vaughan secured the first loaf. Mr Carey remained at Cowes for the holidays, and gave exhibition stunts and also made a number of passenger flights. *** Information was received in
Frankston on Monday night from Perth that the famous aviator, Lieutenant McIntosh, and his friend, Mr Joy, had been killed at Pithara, 300 miles from Perth, whilst a passenger was badly injured. Lieut McIntosh accompanied Lieut Ray Parer, R. F. C., on his flight from England and was fairly well known at Frankston, where he and Lieut Parer were publicly welcomed on their return to Australia. Lieut McIntosh, who was of Scottish descent, enlisted in the A.I.F. and after a period of service abroad, elected to accompany Lieut Parer on his aeroplane flight to Australia last year. They left Hounslow on January 8th, 1920, long after Sir Ross Smith had successfully completed his flight to Australia. After an eventful flight, the aviators reached Port Darwin in August 2nd. But owing to an enforced landing, their machine was smashed at Culcairn, and they had to complete the journey in a Defence Department machine. Lieut McIntosh some months ago successfully made an overland motorcycle trip, with a passenger, to Western Australia. Lieut McIntosh’s tragic death naturally came as a great shock to Lieut Parer, and will be universally regretted by residents of the Frankston district. *** AN old farmer was leading an old horse down the Somerville road when a motor car came along. The old “neddy” stopped dead for the moment, and then began to “play up”. The motorist halted his car to give
the farmer a chance to get the horse past the car. The old horse was at last reluctantly urged to go by. “Your horse seems a bit frightened of cars, doesn’t he?” remarked the driver. “Yes”, replied the farmer, “he is that, but he were just the same when the railway trains first come in.” Presumably that horse would be correctly described as “aged”! *** SOME weeks ago Mr. F. L. Edmunds, with a friend, made a voyage round Port Phillip in a canoe. Starting from the Yarra, the voyage was completed in 10 days. The first stage ended at Black Rock, the second at Davey’s Bay. “Past the Mentone foreshore to the famous Frankston Hill,” says Mr. Edmunds. “the bay was like leadcoloured oil.” They camped in a cave at Davey’s Bay, where they “ glided slowly over weed covered places pitted with fairy pools,” and then paddled on past Fisherman’s Point, Marina Cove, across Balcombe Bay to Dromana, Sorrento, Rosebud, and Rye, thence to Queenscliff and home. The residents of Rosebud gave them a hearty welcome and banded together to heartily recognise “ the voyage of the Cachalot” – not Frank Bullen’s famous “Cachalot”, but Frank Edmunds! *** THE drawing for the Alfred Hospital raffles, advertised in “ The Standard” for some time has resulted as follows: Motor Car, 57917; Kitchen, 13279; Bond, 2755; Jardinere, 795; Ham, 1st
3098; Sugar, 2nd 307; Tea, 3rd 3866; Cigarette Case, 706; Adornment,1923; Linen, 4445; Mercery, 392; Pendant, 2788; Cruet 382; Doll, 14967; Hall Stand, 1627; Clock, 529; Statuette, 464; Suit Case, 2702; Oil Painting, 103. Prizes not claimed within three months will be sold and proceeds devoted to Alfred Hospital Fund. *** MR. Lionel Ings had a lucky escape from a serious accident just before the holidays. Whilst cycling down Oliver’s Hill the bar of the bike snapped, and he was thrown heavily. Apart from a severe shaking, he, however, escaped serious hurt. *** A CORRESPONDENT states that he was very much impressed with a pumpkin patch at Mr. W. Tabb’s place. He states that Mr. Tabb has 90 pumpkins on eight vines, many going to 40 lbs. in weight. “The Standard’s” informant says he purchased three pumpkins and they weighed 93 lbs. in the aggregate. This is a testimony to the richness of the soil hereabouts, though we believe, in this case, inoculation was carried out. *** THE annual tournament of the Flinders Golf Club was played during the holidays, and proved a wonderful attraction to visitors. There was the astounding entry of 740 for the various events, including 116 for the Men’s Handicap, and some of the leading players of the State took part.
The club’s flag was flying half mast as a tribute to the late Mr. Clifford Welsh, who was killed whilst motoring to Flinders to compete. *** ARRANGED by the Mornington Progress Association and the Brighton Yacht Club, the first regatta for 20 years was held at Mornington at Easter time. The pier and the cliffs were crowded with spectators, and some well-known yachts competed, including The Rip and Lord Forster’s Yeulba; which was second to Eun-na-marra in the Nine Metre event. Amongst the principal yachts competing were the Independence, Ardale (winner of the Restricted event), The Rip, The Idler, The Joker, Worane, and the Windarra. The event is now likely to become an annual fixture. *** DURING this month we have had the representative of one of Brisbane’s most foremost fruit merchants in our district, Mr. Livingstone. This firm is well known throughout Queensland, and until this last two years have not handled any of our apples nor pears. They are whole-hearted in their desire to give the growers in the district the very best services possible in Queensland. Mr. Livingstone informs us that Queensland apples this season have been ruined by the demon fruit-fly. An advt. appears in to day’s issue. *** FROM the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 1 April 1921
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Red Hill hold on for thriller win DIVISION ONE
By Brodie Cowburn IN a split round to kick off the 2021 season, Red Hill have held off Dromana for a one point win. Red Hill were 20 points up at three quarter time, but Dromana made a last quarter charge and nearly clinched it. Dromana kicked four goals to one
in the last to fall just short. Sam Fowler slotted three goals for Dromana, while Jonathon Ross and Christopher Irving scored two each for Red Hill. It was a bad day for EdithvaleAspendale as they were smashed by Bonbeach by over 100 points. Playing away from home, they were only nine points down at quarter time, but it was all downhill from
there. The fourth quarter was pure humiliation, as Edithvale-Aspendale put on just one point against Bonbeach's 51 points. Trent Dennis-Lane was the best for Bonbeach, slotting seven goals for the day. Jack Sullivan booted four, and David Armitage, Michael Turville, Justin Bennett and Tyson Murray slotted two each.
Michael Meehan was the best for Edithvale-Aspendale with three majors. It was a worrying start to the season for Sorrento, being beaten soundly by Rosebud. After a strong first quarter where Rosebud kicked four goals to one, Sorrento were never in it, and went down by 55 points in the end. Straight kicking was an issue for
the Sharks with only two majors for the day (James Hallahan and Nick Corp) and nine minor scores. The best kicking of the day for Rosebud was Jai Nanscawen with four goals. The round completes on the weekend with Frankston YCW taking on Pines and Frankston Bombers up against Mt Eliza.
Calder kicks nine in Mornington win DIVISION TWO
By Brodie Cowburn DEVON Meadows and Pearcedale kicked off 2021 last week with the opening match of the season. There was not much in it all day, but Devon Meadows held the lead all day and ended up with a 14 point win. It was a Good Friday for Mornington at home as they started their 2021 campaign with a bang against Karingal. Karingal never got close all day and Mornington's relentless pressure saw the lead get larger over the four
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Can Pines do it? You betcha! SOCCER
By Craig MacKenzie FRANKSTON Pines left online betting agencies reeling with a stunning 4-1 demolition of Epping City in their fourth round FFA Cup tie last Thursday night. Bet 365 had a Pines’ win at $4.50 fixed odds on the morning of the clash between State 2 visitor Epping City and its State 3 host at Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve. Those odds were snapped up by punters and tumbled throughout the day with Pines eventually starting a firm odds-on favourite. At one stage rival online agency Sportsbet was forced to suspend betting on a Pines’ win. Alex Roberts sent bookmakers scurrying for cover after just 12 minutes with a low drive from the right that went in off the far post. But Pines keeper Aeseli Batikasa had a brain fade in the 24th minute when he came off his line to meet a free-kick and spilled the ball for an easy equaliser from Munashe Chagumaira. Then Epping keeper Max Minuzzo returned the favour just before halftime when he failed to connect properly with a Jordan Avraham corner and Scott Webster headed home. Two quickfire cautions in the second half saw Webster red carded in the 55th minute. He was verbally abused by a section of Epping fans as he walked to the dressing room but less than an hour later those same fans were making a sorrowful and silent exit as they headed to the carpark. Losing can be hard to take at the best of times but when you are outplayed and eventually humbled by 10 men from a lower league opponent it can make a long journey home much more painful. Avraham’s audacious attempt from 30 metres in the 73rd minute struck the bar and went over but Pines kept pressing superbly and three minutes later Roberts got his second. Epping defender Thomas Koutsouras couldn’t control the ball and Joe O’Connor nipped in and sent Roberts down the right. Roberts cut inside his opponent
Punters’ pal: Frankston Pines and Fijian international striker Tito Vodawaqa (centre) torments two opponents in the local side’s 4-1 Cup win over Epping City last week as teammate Jordan Avraham (left) enjoys the moment. Picture: Darryl Kennedy
then hit a low left-foot shot that beat Minuzzo at his near post to make it 3-1. But the goal that sealed a horrible night for Epping was a Tito Vodawaqa master class in close control, dribbling skill, pace and cool finishing. He stole possession with a dragback that left his first opponent bamboozled. Now he had two defenders between him and Minuzzo but that wasn’t a problem. He skipped past both of them as if they were training cones then drew Minuzzo and calmly slotted the ball into goal. Game over. Humiliation complete. On Saturday Mornington pulled off one of the upsets of round 4 of the FFA Cup with a 3-2 win against Box Hill United at Wembley Park. This result was made more remark-
able as the Seagulls sent out a young matchday squad to face their NPL3 opponent. Taylor Davidson, Josh Heaton, Steve Elliott, Andy McIntyre, Andrew Goff, Mark Vengelli, Charlie Gunning, Luke Goulding, Sam Scott, Craig Smart, Matty Harrington, Josh Hine and Milos Lujic were either rested or recovering from injury. For the record Mornington’s starting line-up included eight teenagers and in 4-3-3 formation it was: Jerry Swift – Lachie Hogben, Jamie Davidson, Ben Hughes, Thanasi Matziaris – Ethan Goulding, Kyron Kerr, Wayne Gordon – Zach Hutchison, Tom Wood, Campbell Steedman. And what a display this young side put on. Seventeen-year-old Tom Wood opened the scoring in the 12th minute by volleying home the rebound after a
Zac Hutchison shot struck the bar. Conor McDonald made it 1-1 in the 39th minute but Wayne Gordon, who was captaining Mornington, restored the visitors’ lead in time added with a great break and finish to make it 2-1 at half-time. Gordon’s curling left-foot strike made it 3-1 in the 74th minute but four minutes later Ethan Goulding was sent off. Stuart Edgar made it 3-2 in the 84th minute and Mornington was forced into a rear-guard action for the final 10 minutes. But with young keeper Jerry Swift in superb form the underdogs held on for a memorable win. On Easter Friday at Mosaic Reserve an upset was on the cards after goals from Henrique Pimenta had home team Whittlesea United leading 2-0 against NPL2 side Langwarrin after
just 24 minutes. A lunging challenge on Tom Youngs from Whittlesea’s Musa Kamara earned a red card in the 53rd minute and nine minutes later Isaiah Joseph got clear in a one-on-one with Whittlesea keeper Frano Saric to trigger a Langy fightback. George Howard converted from the spot in the 70th minute after Luke Burgess was fouled in the area and a stunning left-foot volley from Wayne Wallace in the 78th minute put Langy ahead for the first time. Langy caught Whittlesea on the break in the 86th minute and although Saric did well to stop Young’s initial attempt he couldn’t stop him a second time as the visitors ran out 4-2 winners. On Saturday a young Peninsula Strikers line-up bowed out of the Cup with a 6-0 loss to NPL2 outfit North Geelong Warriors. North Geelong had gone into the clash a warm favourite given the different league status of these sides and by half-time led 3-0 with a Tom Hidic strike from a tight angle on the left, a glancing header from George Ellis and a low left-foot shot from Jamie Nogger after cutting inside from the right past teenage Strikers’ defender Cody Storton-French. Second-half goals from Hidic, Yugi Kin and Luka Skoko rounded off the scoreline. League action resumes this weekend and here are the round 3 fixtures: SATURDAY, 3pm: Langwarrin v Moreland Zebras (Lawton Park), Mornington v Casey Comets (Dallas Brooks Park), Peninsula Strikers v Brandon Park (Centenary Park), Knox City v Skye Utd (Egan Lee Reserve), Ashburton Utd v Frankston Pines (Ashburton Park), Baxter v Chelsea (Baxter Park), Seaford Utd v Springvale City (North Seaford Reserve), Somerville Eagles v Endeavour Utd (Tyabb Central Reserve), Mount Martha v Casey Panthers (Civic Reserve). SATURDAY, 8.30pm: Rosebud v Aspendale Stingrays (Olympic Park).
An Agreeable win for Freedman camp HORSE RACING
By Ben Triandafillou ANTHONY and Sam Freedman’s promising filly Agreeable returned to the winner’s stall on Saturday 03 April with a comfortable victory in the Bill Collins Handicap at Caulfield. Having been winless since her debut victory at Geelong in May last year, Agreeable has collected two fourth’s in the Group Three Quezette Stakes and the Listed Atlantic Jewel Stakes as well as finishing fifth in last year’s Group One Thousand Guineas. Ridden by Jamie Kah, Agreeable hit her customary ‘flat spot’ at the 600m mark before picking up and reeling in her rivals with ease. The three-yearold daughter of Sebring won by onelength over the Symon Wilde-trained Pride Of Jenni despite wanting to wait for her rivals once hitting the lead. Freedman’s stable representative Steve Adams said Saturday’s win came as a much-deserved confidence boost for the filly after racing super
consistently throughout her eight-start career. “She won her first race start and she’d been running well in between races but it’s good to see her get her confidence back today and win another race,” Steve Adams said. “I was a little bit worried when she came off the bit and [Jamie Kah] had to give her a couple of reminders at the 600m but then on the corner when she made that ground up, I thought she’d finish over the top.” Jockey Jamie Kah said being able to sit closer in the run has made a massive difference this preparation. “It’s nice to see her come back and actually travel and jump a bit better than she used to. She’s just switched on a bit more I think and today she showed that she could jump a bit better and sit closer and that’s probably what was holding her back last prep,” she said post-race. “She was solid today and she was probably still waiting for them on the line so I thought it was a really good
win.” The Freedman stable said they were still working out what trip best suits the promising filly. “We’re not sure if she runs quite a
strong 2000m,” Steve Adams said. “I think there’s a 1400m three-year-old stakes race in a month in Adelaide and then we might just keep her at stakes grade and out to a mile after that.”
Eased down: Anthony and Sam Freedman’s Agreeable scores a comfortable one-length victory at Caulfield on Saturday 03 April. Picture: Supplied
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