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Those were the days... MORNINGTON comes alive this month for the 150th anniversary of its official government recognition as a township. Graziers and farmers started to settle the area in the 1830s and a shop was built at Schnapper Point, the original name for Mornington, in 1852 and land sales followed. A hotel was built beside Tanti Creek near what is how the Nepean Hwy in about 1856 and the settlement began to develop around the pier. Boat was the best way of travelling as tracks were often impassable due to bad weather. Celebrations are being held throughout the month. Many groups have organised events, a reflection of the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s continuing strong community spirit. Turn to page 5 for a list of happenings. Port of call: A State Library of Victoria photograph of Morningtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pier in the early part of the 1900s.

Shire gay fence win By Mike Hast NORMAN Lodge owner Charles Jacobsen has lost his battle to build a fence in line with the front of his beach house on Sunnyside Beach North. The so-called â&#x20AC;&#x153;gay fenceâ&#x20AC;? issue raised the ire of conservationists and homosexual lobby groups earlier this year when Mr Jacobsen told Mornington Peninsula Shire councillors he wanted to build a 1.8-metre high chainlink fence to keep people off a coastal reserve. Erecting the new fence would have

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meant the loss of vegetation. The Mt Eliza millionaire said in February the fence would preserve future regeneration work and stop homosexuals engaging in â&#x20AC;&#x153;illegal and antisocial behaviorâ&#x20AC;? in scrub between the existing old fence and the beach. After a March meeting of the council, Mr Jacobsen said he regretted making the homosexuals remark and wished he had said sex acts by heterosexuals and homosexuals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some of my best friends are homosexuals; I am not anti-gay,â&#x20AC;? he said after the meeting

Last month the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal dismissed Mr Jacobsenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s challenge of a shire decision for a new fence in the same position as an old one on the beach side of the southern reserve. He wanted the fence closer to the water. The tribunal also supported the councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decision to permit a 1.2-metre high fence across the beach side of the northern reserve. Mr Jacobsen wanted a 1.8-metre high fence. Mr Jacobsen gave the shire the two reserves, which are either side of his

beach house, formerly owned by Sir Reg Ansett, as part of a deal to allow him to build two new homes on Norman Lodge estate. The millionaire was also in the VCAT arguing that the shire should pay half of the cost of revegetating the two reserves over 10 years. In March, councillors said Mr Jacobsen should pay the full cost of revegetating the reserve -- $442,420. Mr Jacobsen distributed 6500 copies of a pamphlet to Mt Elizaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 16,000 residents in 2007 saying he would pay for

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Pool reprieve, but walls to go By Keith Platt THE Building Appeals Board has lifted a demolition order against a swimming pool built on public land without a permit. However, retaining walls must be removed from around the pool at the rear of a $2.5 million Mt Eliza property owned by Shuttlehall Pty Ltd, a family company of billionaire Solomon Lew. The board lifted the demolition order against the $80,000 pool, but ordered that it must remain empty, covered and fenced off for public safety. The board’s order stated that soil fill surrounding the pool must also be removed. The order issued on 28 September said a safety fence should be erected immediately “for the full length” of the property’s boundary with the Crown

land. It allowed seven days for the pool to be covered. No work appeared to have been carried out when The News visited the site on Tuesday morning, 4 October. The pool was empty and uncovered and the only sign of a safety fence was red plastic tape and warning signs erected by Mornington Peninsula Shire. Meanwhile, it is understood the Lew family continues to negotiate with the state government to buy or lease the public land on which the pool stands. Mornington MP David Morris has called on his Coalition government colleague, assistant treasurer Gordon Rich-Phillips, to refuse to hand over the land and the Department of Sustainability and Environment also ap-

pears opposed to the land being sold or leased. An agreement to allow the pool to stay on public land would follow the government’s embarrassing back flip after initially allowing a housing subdivision at Ventnor, Phillip Island, and questions about the accuracy of declared bushfire prone areas. The original order to demolish the pool was made by the shire’s municipal building surveyor David Kotsiakos, who said the retaining walls, pool and fences had been built on unstable land. He listed safety problems that included defects in the retaining wall and water seepage. Mr Kotsiakos said the pool was dangerous and “at risk of collapse”. However, the demolition order has

now been overturned by the Building Appeals Board, which has given Shuttlehall 42 days to demolish “all retaining walls and associated fences on the property”. Shuttlehall Pty Ltd was also ordered to hire an engineer to advise the shire on any works “deemed necessary to ensure the stability of the land is returned to its natural state”. The findings of the board noted that the builder of the pool and retaining walls “failed to appear in response to the summons issued by the board”. It said that if Shuttlehall failed to acquire the Crown land, the shire “may exercise other rights, or pursue alternate legal avenues, to compel removal of the swimming pool. This is a matter for them”. A news release issued by the shire

two days later said the government “has not reached a decision whether or not to sell the land to Shuttlehall Pty Ltd”. “Council understands the community is anxious to see this matter resolved quickly and is seeking further legal advice and considering further options.” It said the beach below the pool “will remain closed until appropriate works have been carried out to ensure public safety is maintained.” The latest manoeuvres to legitimise the swimming pool follow months of publicity and activity, including an “open day” organised by Mt Eliza Coastcare and Mt Eliza Association for Environmental Care. About 20 people made the trek to see the pool for themselves.

Poolside at Mt Eliza IT’S not easy getting to the private swimming pool built on public land at Mt Eliza. The entry is a bit tricky, with the illdefined track beginning under a bush at the top of the beach access stairs above Moondah Beach at the end of Studio Pde. The second obstacle is a piece of steel fencing at the end of a fence around private property, which someone must have left lying there by mistake. No matter, it’s easy to step over this and follow the line of the fence, which leads to an area that has been planted with grass and endowed with a garden bench commanding impressive views of Port Phillip. The bench is a thoughtful addition to the public land at the cliff top, providing as it does a chance for a rest before pressing on, under more bushes, to the pool itself. The community-minded folk whose houses back onto the cliff top have also been willing to use their lawn clippings and garden cuttings as mulch for the shrubs growing on the Crown land. A lattice fence running some metres into the public land is the final obstacle before the brushwood fence and treated pine retaining wall that surround the pool. Once alongside the pool, though, the bush bash is well worth it. Mornington harbour is an impres-

sive backdrop to the south, while the gently lapping waters of Port Phillip appear to stretch to infinity in front. Once again it seems generous folk have been here, providing some poolside furniture. Modern in a cubic style, the seats are made of a weatherproof material that from a distance could pass for painted woven cane. Anyone sunning themselves poolside would benefit from the clear glass safety fence, a handy windbreak. A mixture of white tiles and lawn complete the picture. Tasteful is a word that comes to mind, with the deep blue of the pool tiles blending with the hues of the bay. The two areas of water seem destined to complement one another, a designer’s dream. Closer inspection shows something amiss here – there’s almost no water in the pool, and what liquid there is seems a bit murky. No doubt once bright and beautiful, the pool on public land is unusable today. But tomorrow, who knows? The cliff top might again ring with laughter and splashes as delighted bathers dip their toes. Or, more likely, it will all be hidden by a pool cover as ordered by the Building Appeals Board on 27 September, pending efforts by the pool’s owner to lease or buy the public land on which it stands. Keith Platt

Beauty spot: The pool at Mt Eliza built on public land, top. A sign of danger placed by experts from Mornington Peninsula Shire who have warned of a landslide, above. A place to rest on the way to the pool, left.

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Vista of an age when 500 lived in the town Distant days: Illustration of Schnapper Point (Mornington) harbour in 1858 with a paddlesteamer at the pier in the distance. The artist was on the cliff above what is now Mills Beach. From Mornington â&#x20AC;&#x201C; In the Wake of Flinders by Leslie Moorhead (published by Shire of Mornington in 1971 for the centenary of the formation of the shire)

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It’s our 150th and a time to celebrate MORNINGTON was first visited by Europeans when Matthew Flinders landed at Bird Rock in Mt Martha and walked to Schnapper Point in April 1802 during his exploration of Port Phillip. Lieutenant John Murray had sailed into Port Phillip the previous year and surveyed the southern part of Port Phillip. Lieutenant David Collins was sent from Sydney to found a settlement at Sorrento in 1803, as the British government was fearful of French explorers doing the same, but it was abandoned after five months, with the settlers moving to Tasmania. It was to be more than 30 years before white settlers started bringing livestock to the peninsula following the establishment of Melbourne in 1835 by John Batman and John Pascoe Fawkner. Batman “bought” land from the local Aboriginal nation, the Wurundjeri, but the Batman Deed is now widely recognised as more of a treaty than a sale. Farmers started to settle the Mornington area and a store was built at Schnapper Point, the original name for Mornington, in 1852 and land surveys followed. A hotel was built beside the waterhole on Tanti Creek near Nepean Hwy in about 1856 and the town-

ship began to develop around the pier and its natural deep water harbour. Travel by boat was the fastest and most reliable way of getting around in those days as tracks were often impassable due to wet weather. The town became the legal centre of the peninsula in the early 1860s when the police station, courthouse and post office were built. It was renamed Mornington in 1864 after the Earl of Mornington, a title created in 1760 for the AngloIrish politician and composer Garret Wellesley In October 1861 the township was formally recognised by the government and this is the milestone being celebrated this year. By then Mornington had a population of about 500 and was a thriving centre, servicing fishermen, farmers, woodcutters, limeburners and other trades and professions. The Shire of Mornington was created in 1871 and no doubt there will be celebrations for this milestone in 2021. Mornington began to develop as a seaside resort in the 1880s and received a boost when the railway arrived in 1889. Paddlesteamers once conveyed Melburnians from the Mornington pier to the various resorts on the

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coast of the Mornington Peninsula or by horse and cart to inland places. Events are being held throughout October to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the gazetting of the town. Many groups have organised events, a reflection of the town’s strong community spirit. They include:  Mornington Food, Wine & Performing Arts Festival in the Main St on Sunday 16 October.  Main Street Heritage Market on Wednesday 19 October.  Ecumenical Church Service at 5.30pm on Saturday 22 October.  St Mark’s Uniting Church colonial dinner at 6pm on Saturday 22 October at the Grand Hotel in Main St.  Peninsula Music Society presents The Benaud Trio at Peninsula Community Theatre, Wilsons Rd, Mornington, at 7.30pm on Saturday 22 October.  Picnic in the Park, at Mornington Park on the Esplanade, from noon on Sunday 23 October. The picnic is the main public event and will feature performances by Mornington Youth and Citizens Band, Victoria Police Youth Corps Drum and Flag Corps from Mornington Secondary School, Mornington Vale Street Primary School,

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THE ARTS

The hunter: One of the works to be exhibited at Coolart in Somers later this month – Linda Syddick Napaltjarri, Artist’s father (Renti) with spears, Western Desert 2011, acrylic on canvas 70 x 70cm. Courtesy Alpitye Studio.

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comes to Coolart On assignment: Emily McCulloch Childs talks to Torres Strait Islander artists at the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair earlier this year.

AN indigenous art show assembled by Mornington Peninsula art curators and writers Susan McCulloch and her daughter Emily McCulloch Childs opens at Coolart Homestead in Somers on Melbourne Cup weekend. The pair travelled to Central Australia, the Top End and Queensland to select more than 80 indigenous paintings, sculptures, ochres, jewellery and fabrics for the exhibition, “Living the Land”. Their inaugural show at Coolart last year attracted more than 800 people, with many also attending talks given by the McCullochs. Susan is the daughter of Alan McCulloch, one of Australia’s foremost art critics, and Emily is his granddaughter. Mr McCulloch – also an art historian, gallery director and painter – is best known as the author of The Encyclopedia of Australian Art, first published in 1968. It started as a scrapbook of cuttings kept since the 1940s and is the main reference work for collectors, dealers, critics and historians of Australian art. Susan worked with her father

on later editions of the Encyclopedia, and was joined by her daughter in 2003. The McCullochs operate an art company that publishes books and organises exhibitions. Their McCulloch’s Contemporary Aboriginal Art: the complete guide (1999, 2001 and 2008) has become a classic reference work on indigenous art. Susan McCulloch said they had designed the exhibition especially for Coolart. “It will demonstrate indigenous care of the land through art and celebrate the significance of the Parks Victoria property as a native bird sanctuary and flora and fauna reserve,” she said. “It’s wonderful to be able to present an event of such great cross-cultural benefit for the peninsula.” The pair curate about eight exhibitions in Australia and overseas each year. Susan is curating an exhibition in Singapore before the Coolart event. “We have worked closely with indigenous arts centres and artists’ representatives for many decades and have chosen works from the most famous to rising stars of indigenous art for the Coolart show,” she said.

“Highlights include elegant Mimih Spirit sculptures from Arnhem Land; vibrant canvases from the painters of the APY lands, whose works featured in ‘Desert Country’, recently at Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery; brilliantly hued works from Utopia and the western deserts; striking ochres by Kimberley artists; lyrical works by leading Queensland artists; and a variety of smaller items.” Featured also is the work of Baluk Arts, a collective of indigenous artists from the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston. The McCullochs will give two talks about indigenous art at Coolart. “Living the Land” is at Coolart Homestead, Lord Somers Rd, Somers, from Saturday 29 October to Tuesday 8 November, 10am-5pm. Opening is at 2.30pm on Saturday. Curators’ floor talk 3pm Sunday 29 October (free) and illustrated lecture “History and Rise of Indigenous Art” 3pm Saturday 5 November ($15) in the Coolart lecture theatre. Details: McCulloch & McCulloch, 5989 8282 or send an email to: susan@mcculloch andmcculloch.com.au

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Standard approach to lights – VicRoads By Keith Platt THE type of bright lights usually associated with big cities and inner city freeways are now illuminating a large expanse of land around The Briars Park in Mt Martha. The overhead lights that burn all night were installed along with traffic signals earlier this year on Nepean Hwy near the entrance to Balcombe Grammar School. VicRoads has told Mornington MP David Morris that the 24 lights are “in accordance with the relevant Australian Standards … to ensure the safety of traffic using this intersection”. “The traffic lights are in use at all times, including outside school hours, and it is therefore necessary for the street lights to remain on at night to meet appropriate safety standards,” acting chief operating officer David Shelton stated in a letter to Mr Morris. Other intersections, which are far busier at night, appear to fall outside the regulations. Travelling along the highway towards Balcombe Hill from Mornington, the traffic signals at Craigie Rd have six overhead lights. A few hundred metres further on, the Helena St intersection has one light; Uralla Rd has two; and the entrance to Forest Dve and Fairbairn Ave at the top of the hill has four lights. On Tuesday the traffic lights were not used in the 40 minutes The News spent outside the school (9.20pm to 10pm). Ann Scally, who lives on a nearby rural property, said the number of overhead lights was unnecessary and wasted power. In June she told The News that the street lights outside the grammar school were “burning fossil fuel hour after hour for no logical reason”. “Outside school hours, including school holidays, there is no one crossing the road so they should turn off all the lights.” Ms Scally said Flinders MP Greg Hunt, who is the Shadow Minister for Climate Action, Environment and Heritage, was “finding out why the lights are on when there are no students at the school”. “We all value the rural environment. It provides the green wedge, sense of space, serenity and important habitat,” Ms Scally said.

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Vote 1 Emu to put a bird brain on the council THE Emu is taking this opportunity to announce he will be a candidate at next year’s council election. He has not yet decided where to stand, but that is a secondary matter – what he will stand for is the traditional openness and transparency in local government, and for doing what he is told by Mrs Emu. He has come up with a catchy election slogan: “Why Not Elect an Emu – You’ve Voted for Plenty of Turkeys.” He hastens to add this applies to voting at state and federal level, or possibly for club committees, but not at council level. He has not decided which area to stand for because (1) by election time they might be called ridings, not wards, and (2) they might have different names and different boundaries because of the current review of Mornington Peninsula Shire by the Victorian Electoral Commission. Thankfully, the VEC has opted to accept the shire’s preference for 11 councillors, each representing their own patch. This suits The Emu, since, if elected, he will retire to the comfort of Emoh Ruo and trouble ratepayers and shire staff as little as possible during his four-year term. This should please all ratepayers tired of the frequent knock on the door from their present councillors. The VEC has been opting for multimember wards in councils all around the state, so it must have good reasons for retaining the status quo (The Emu speaks Latin fluently) on the peninsula. It’ll be a hard slog breaking into the ranks of councillors of such high calibre as the Peninsula XI – so esteemed by their communities that at the last

poll six were elected unopposed. The Emu’s policies will include building a pool on the foreshore at Rosebud, which is said to be part of the peninsula’s secret defensive strategy against sea level rise. The pool is to be part of a mighty wall to protect Rosebud, and especially The Emu’s palatial, low-lying hacienda from inundation. The person who has, err, leaked this strategy is impressed by the story of the little Dutch boy who stuck his finger in the dyke to stop Holland flooding. He wants to be on hand in Rosebud’s hour of need. He has the fingers for it. Another policy The Emu favours is that of “special” special meetings, from which the public is excluded, and from which never so much as a syllable of information escapes. This shire practice has spread north to the City of Melbourne, where a great deal of openness and transparency is conducted behind closed doors. A former Melbourne mayor was peevish enough to observe: “You get the distinct impression the real business is done behind closed doors.” For heaven’s sake! What’s his problem with municipal efficiency? As Melbourne City councillor Carl “Jet Set” Jetter so aptly retorted: “It’s not for the public or ratepayers to know” what council is up to. Surely, it is enough for ratepayers to vote for candidates such as “Jet Set”, for whom openness and transparency are sacred and to whom they entrust the task of making the right decisions before relapsing into their torpor. (“How fortunate for rulers that the people don’t think,” a notorious dictator said last century before launching

the Second World War.) Having shown confidence in their councillor in the ballot – where one is required – they need not then be troubled by prolix (enough Latin: Ed) reports in local newspapers of the wearying, boring minutiae and trivia of such discussions as the CEO’s salary, tip fee rises and developers’ plans for the green wedge. Yes, The Emu will make a very good councillor indeed – with the aid of Mrs Emu. Vote [1] Emu. Get a Bird Brain on to council!

Watch this Guy THE Emu’s brother-in-law, Albert, a long-time resident of Phillip Island, sent him a note via seagull regarding Planning Minister Matthew Guy’s unfortunate about-turn on the Ventnor land rezoning. “There’ll be hell to pay for this,” he fumed. “A certain person was standing by to bung houses all over that land. He has a warehouse full of cement sheet he now has to get rid of.” The Emu is suspecting his bro-in-law might have been in on this scheme, of which only the landowner and Mr Guy and the certain person were in favour. “You’ll be next,” the note went on, “all smug and superior over there on the peninsula, thinking that saying a polite ‘No, thanks’ will stop Mr Guy approving development plans. “The Minister will be looking to reassert his authority somewhere – you

just see. Someone is going to get their Urban Growth Boundaries, or something else, well and truly twanged.” Albert is usually right. The Emu mentally scanned current activities for something “Go-Hard” Guy might like to call in for a personal decision. The brewery planned for Cape Schanck, perhaps? A ministerial call-in would get around the applicant’s problem of trying to grow hops on a sand dune, or depleting the groundwater to wash bottles, or having to explain to the VCAT why brewing in the green wedge is not a prohibited use. Then again, The Emu likes a drop. It’d be a pity if Go-Hard looked beyond letting Solly keep his pool.

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A SUBMISSION to the VEC electoral review of the shire has fallen into The Emu’s hands. It reads: “Dear Victorian Electoral Commission: Please do not interfere with our Perfect Democracy without first consulting Council’s Administration as we the ratepayers are very happy doing all the paying, at whatever rate the said Administration deems necessary and without any messy consultation, in accordance with the Peninsula Way. “We do, however, seek a small change: creation of a new Riding named Manor, for any current or aspiring councillor who would like to be Lord of it. “The boundaries should include all Rosebud traders; all Rosebud foreshore campers; and all green wedge farmers and primary producers in receipt of the shire’s 70 per cent rate reduction, which is happily subsidised

by the peninsula’s working Mums and Dads, as well as retirees, pensioners and assorted other shire poor. “This creative and successful voting bloc of expert lobbyists is doing all the saying and not much of the paying, and we ask the VEC to put them all in the one place, however difficult it might be to draw the new riding’s boundaries.” Mrs Emu was outraged. “This is an absurd suggestion! What are its proponents thinking?” she asked. “We need creative and successful voting blocs across the shire, reducing rates for all the important folk. Including us!” She glared at The Emu. “Why aren’t you out there, getting our rates down? They’re up more than 10 per cent in 10 years, and you just sit there on your enormous drumsticks, doing nothing but complaining about it.” The Emu creatively left the room before the tirade could warm up.

Pothole appreciated THE long-striding Emu (licence still suspended) is thinking of starting a Pothole Appreciation Society, having become something of an expert on the state of our roads as he perambulates the length and breadth of the peninsula. He is fascinated with potholes that appear overnight like mushrooms and are then repaired only to reappear just days later. Are they filling the holes with black talcum powder perhaps? Send details, in no more than 50 words, of your favourite suspensionshattering road cavity.  Send gossip and hot news tips (confidentiality assured) to The Emu at emutips@yahoo.com.au

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Survivor: Battlescars author Matthew Carr in Baghdad. He is guest speaker at Peninsula Health’s annual meeting this month.

Soldier and author’s cancer battle SOLDIER, author and cancer survivor Matthew Carr is guest speaker at Peninsula Health’s annual meeting on Friday 18 November. Major Carr served in Iraq and Afghanistan, but at 25 was diagnosed with stage three testicular cancer, which then spread through his lymphatic system and established secondary malignant tumours in his stomach, lungs and neck. “In January 2002, I was 10-foot tall and bullet proof. Not only was I trained and well prepared for war, I was looking for a fight,” he writes in his book Battlescars. “That same month I was diagnosed

with testicular cancer. I suddenly found myself in a battle that I had not been expecting. It was not the type of fight I had been has been hoping for.” After making a full recovery, he went to China on a completely different journey and attempted to find peace and come to grips with both death and hope by meeting Taoist monks. He compared his cancer to the war in Afghanistan. He used his army training as a strategy to fight an enemy (cancer) that was invading his body. “It was not a battle, it was a counter insurgency, with rogue cells creating a civil war within the body,” he says. The cancer returned and he ended

up fighting it for more than 10 years. He was tested in ways he would never imagine, underwent chemotherapy in Darwin and major operations in Sydney to treat tumours. “The disease took so much from me and brought me close to death, but it also gave me the strength and confidence to embrace life so much more graciously,” he writes. Matthew Carr will talk about his experiences at the meeting from 2-4pm on Friday 18 November at Frankston Arts Centre, Davey Street, Frankston. Entry is free and refreshments provided.

LIKE many young Australians, Natalie Vanderwal wants to go overseas. But instead of heading off to party islands or lazing around on tropical beaches, Natalie wants to work with an aid organisation to help people in need. Until recently the 27-year-old nanny from Baxter (pictured) was saving to be a volunteer in Africa, but has now readjusted her sights and is aiming to combine trekking in Nepal with helping mothers and their babies through the Save the Children Foundation. “I’m an every-day person looking to make a change,” Natalie, right, says. “My first time overseas and I’ll be diving straight into the deep end. “For as long as I can remember it’s been a dream of mine to go overseas and help those less fortunate and until now it hasn’t seemed possible. “Truthfully, I’m scared, I’m nervous, but taking a leap. “It’s not the travel, the hiking, the adventure or meeting new people that scares me. This I am totally ready for. “My biggest fear is believing in myself and believing there are enough people out there who have the same burning passion to reach out and help those in need.” Natalie is raising money for Save the Children through her webpage (savethechildrenfundraising.org.au/ natalie_vanderwal) and a fundraising night on Saturday 15 October at Frankston cafe B’Artiste. The night will include a DJ playing “old classics”, speakers from Save the Children, footage of the last Trek to

Nepal, door prizes, raffles and auctions. Volunteers try to raise $4000 for the foundation’s health and education fund. “Anything above this which has not been taxed can be used to go towards my trip costs, which in turn will help prolong my stay in Nepal,” Natalie said. “I hope to stay and volunteer alongside the locals, experience the culture and learn as much as I can along the way.” Natalie hopes her efforts will “broaden other people’s horizons and help them see a bigger picture of what’s really going on in the world. It doesn’t just end at your front doorstep.” Natalie’s publicity is being helped along by Ashleigh Hoult of public relations company, The Promo Donna. Ms Hoult signed on as a fundraising volunteer after friends told her about Natalie’s project. To find out more about Save the Children in Nepal, visit www.savethe children.org.au/treknepal.

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Overseas bound: Jo and Kevin Wright, left, will be showing Mornington Peninsula properties to international buyers during a luxury property show at the Hurlingham Club, England, above.

Wright goes international to display property By Jason Richardson COMMERCIAL real estate agent Kevin Wright is off to promote some Mornington Peninsula businesses on the international market. As the sole Australian representative invited to next month’s Luxury Property Show in England, Mr Wright will also have details of a few interstate properties. The two-day show to exhibit luxurious properties from around the world starts 1 November at the Hurlingham Club in Fulham, on the banks of the River Thames. The 60 companies invited to the show include Trump International,

Ritz-Carlton Properties, Christies International Real Estate, International Residences of Russia and others from Europe, the Caribbean and South Africa. The show differs from other property events in that it takes the exhibitor to the audience of difficult-to-reach potential luxury property buyers. Kevin Wright Real Estate is the only agent at the show who can promote commercial businesses. Among the businesses he will be marketing are Vision Gardens, a nursery, cafe and gallery at Bittern that is advertised at $2.45 million and The Bay Hotel, Mornington, which previ-

ously failed to sell at auction with a reserve believed to be just over $7 million. Mr Wright is also exhibiting a sixbedroom “mansion” at 339 the Esplanade, Mt Martha, for $4.7-$5 million. He plans to take kits to the show prepared by lawyer Mark Featherby so that international buyers can learn about buying a business in Australia and fast-tracking visa applications. “Being the sole exhibitor of commercial freeholds and businesses for sale will give us a real point of difference to others exhibitors,” Mr Wright said. In a rare spirit of cooperation, sev-

eral other Australian real estate agencies have given Mr Wright details of properties from around the country. “We have had approaches from Perth, Queensland and several large Melbourne firms to showcase their properties and we have been granted sole rights to Fijian properties, which include two island resorts,” Mr Wright said. “If other real estate agencies would like us to take any suitable properties we are more than happy to work on a conjunctional basis and give them exposure like never before.”

SHIRE residents have a chance to clean up their yards well before the fire season starts. Residents and ratepayers can take domestic quantities of green waste to the three transfer stations at no charge on the weekend of 22 and 23 October. The shire says the no-cost green waste weekend is an opportunity to start cleaning up around homes and reduce fire fuel loads with summer just around the corner. The green waste will be treated and mulched, reducing waste sent to landfill. Green waste will only be accepted from residential vehicles and trailers. Proof of residency is required, either a driver’s licence or rates notice. Transfer stations are in Watt Rd, Mornington; McKirdys Rd, Tyabb; and Truemans Rd, Rye. They are open 8am-5pm both days. Mornington can only accept up to three cubic metres of green waste per trip and delays can be expected at Watt Rd, the shire said. Residents can utilise the Tyabb site. Green waste includes all types of garden waste and untreated timber less than 400mm in diameter. For more information, call customer service on 1300 850 600 or 5950 1000.

CEF trivia trivia night IN conjunction with Mornington Peninsula Shire’s “Peninsula Festival of Arts and Ideas”, Mornington CEF Players is holding a fundraising trivia, silent auction and games night at 7.30pm on Friday 14 October at Peninsula Community Theatre, Wilsons Rd, Mornington. Cost is $10, BYO drinks and nibbles. Phone bookings to 5977 0347.

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Fireworks and praise at station opening By Mike Hast RADIO Port Phillip has its new station and Mornington Peninsula Shire its first major “community capital project” following the official opening of a renovated former classroom block in Mornington. About 350 invited guests packed Peninsula Community Theatre in Wilsons Rd, adjacent to the new station, for the opening on Saturday 23 September after hundreds of residents had earlier inspected the building. RPP FM has a national broadcast standard studio complex, created from an abandoned section of the former Mornington Secondary College by a cast of thousands, including peninsula-based Rotary clubs, businesses, the shire council and professional builders leading a team of volunteers. In early 2009 the building was home to hundreds of pigeons and lay derelict and unloved after the school moved to its new site in 1999. The conversion was described as remarkable and amazing by a series of speakers at the opening night. Mayor Graham Pittock said the station was a further rejuvenation of the former school site into a “wonderful entertainment complex” that included the 450-seat Peninsula Community Theatre, formerly the old school’s Findlay Hall, and The Studio, the old library, which was used by art and performance groups. “Rotarian Dick Cox came to us a little over two years ago and presented a compelling argument about why the shire should get involved in the renovation,” Cr Pittock said He was so enthusiastic it was difficult for the shire to say no, he said. First step was to rid the building of its pigeons. “As a pest controller in my other life, the state of the building was something else.” The mayor had to crawl into dark and dirty spaces to block off bird access points. “And I had to do it for free,” the Dromana-based Guardian Pest Control business owner said to laughter. Shire CEO Michael Kennedy said the council’s first major community capital project had been “mean with a quid, innovative and can-do”. (The first CCP was renovation of the shire’s four historic homes at Police Point Shire Park in Portsea in 2009 for respite accommodation of people affected by the Black Saturday bushfires. The project was led by Habitat for Humanity and Cr Bill Goodrem.) Dr Kennedy said some councillors had strongly supported the project when it was first proposed in 2009. They had challenged senior shire officers to make it happen after being told involving the community in such a massive building project would be difficult. Matters of occupational health and safety, procurement rules and insurance had been overcome by innovative thinking, he said. There had been risk in putting such a project

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together as council officers had to work out how to bend the rules and think outside the square. It had involved community members, community businesses and hands-on councillors. “The result is a facility with a value that far exceeds the cost,” he said. The community capital project contained the sweat of workers led by Rotarian Dick Cox and the sweat of councillors and shire officers as they had digested reports of its progress. “This is not a normal project given the legislative challenges” that had to be overcome. “There were some tricky moments; we gutsed it out when things got a bit tough” and rat cunning had been applied here and there. Project steering committee member Cr Bill Goodrem said that councillors, Dr Kennedy, shire officers, Rotary, 3RPP, businesses, organisations and community members had worked to produce “an outstanding result; simply stunning”. He said the station was a wonderful asset for the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston. Mornington MP David Morris said the project was a model that could be applied across Victoria, a collaboration between the community and local government. “It’s a great example of the community working with the council,” he said. Project manager Dick Cox, of the Rotary Club of Somerville Tyabb and a former harbour master of Western Port, said the work would not have been possible without “my core crew”. “This ship would have foundered without my chief officer Lindsay Edwards, my two second officers Doug McDonald and Ron Scheele, bosun Peter Barker and our chippy and quality controller James Webb,” he said. Mr Cox said it had been a great experience meeting and working with so many communityminded people. “I thank the team at BlueScope Steel for a beautiful new roof, Greg Hunt for getting CSR Bradford on board with insulation and wall coverings, Brendan Hoban of Hoban-Hynes for [architectural] drawings, and our builders Rod and Marc Lawrence of Staff Building and Contracting.” Councillors and shire officers had given great support and put up with “a master mariner as project manager”. Rotary district governor Kel Hobby said the station was a significant community asset. He praised Cr Leigh Eustace, saying he had been an invaluable link between the shire and Rotary volunteers. “He was influential in convincing councillors of the merit of the development,” he said. Dick Cox had devoted an enormous amount of time and skill to the project. He had been an astute operator in convincing suppliers to donate or sell goods and services at a good rate. Mr Cox, a Paul Harris Fellow, the highest award made by Rotary, was presented with a sapphire embellishment to his Harris award. Mornington area councillor Bev Colomb thank-

Radio heads: Dick Cox, front, in one of the three studios with his Rotary renovation team leaders: former Mt Martha Rotarian Peter Barker, left, and James Webb, Doug McDonald and Lindsay Edwards, all of Somerville Tyabb Rotary. Absent: Ron Scheele of Sorrento Rotary. Picture: Alison Kuiter

Stars out for debut of 3RPP’s home FAMOUS names and faces from the Melbourne entertainment and media scene mingled with local VIPs at the station opening. Many had come at the behest of Bob Phillips and Judy Banks, the showbiz couple who present a variety show called Sugar and Spice on RPP FM on Tuesdays 1-3pm. The couple operated the Australian Museum of Modern Media at the Moorooduc Coolstores, near where RPP was based until Saturday. Many of the more than 5000 items from the museum are now at the Australian Centre for the Moving Image in Federation Square. Bob is best known as a former Nine Network executive producer who worked with Graham Kennedy, Don Lane, Bert Newton and Daryl Somers. Judy Banks was a star of stage and TV. She has taught budding entertainers since the 1970s at her TV and dramatic arts school, which is now in Moorooduc. Seen with Bob and Judy at the station opening were veteran comedy writer Mike McCollJones, magician and writer Ian Buckland, Channel 9 legend Pete Smith, Philip Brady, jingle writer Peter Sullivan (who co-wrote Up There Cazaly with Mike Brady), Australian Opera singer Roger Lemke, Melbourne Observer publisher Ash Long, and music promoter Denis Smith and his wife Carol Smith (one of TV’s first barrel girls). Also at the opening were Rotarians from around the peninsula including Somerville Tyabb, Mornington, Mt Martha, Rosebud and Sorrento; federal MPs Bruce Billson and Greg Hunt; state MPs David Morris and Johan Scheffer; and from the shire CEO Michael Kennedy, Alex Atkins and Jim Houlahan; and former director Joe Cauchi. ed 2009 mayor Cr Anne Shaw, 2010 mayor David Gibb and current mayor Graham Pittock for their support, and presented Mr Cox with an official letter from the shire acknowledging his work. “There’s been a bit of an accident with the frame, but we’re pretty sure you’ll be able to fix it,” she said to laughter. Station president Graeme Kniesse and committee member and former long-time station manager Maria McColl said RPP’s board room would be named the Captain Dick Cox Board Room. Station manager Brendon Telfer said it was an historic night for Radio Port Phillip. “A generation of people have given their time to this station,” he said. “It’s a humbling experience to be among the

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supporters of RPP FM – Rotary, shire and friends of the station.” Mr Telfer, who joined RPP from the ABC National in mid-2010, said the station would start broadcasting from the new centre at 9am on 17 October and there would be a live concert the following weekend. “We’ll look after the studios and deliver great radio as an important part of the region’s future.” A spectacular exclamation mark on the opening proceedings was a 10-minute fireworks display by Colin Quick.  The writer co-presents a show about the environment each Thursday 4-6pm on RPP FM, which broadcasts on 98.7FM to the peninsula and 98.3 to Frankston and parts of the southeast.

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Tour de triumph: riders reach the heights By Keith Platt IS that a croc or a rock? The Tour de Timor can take its toll on a bike rider’s faculties. Forty degree days, nine degree nights, tropical rain and mud, heat shimmers, crocodiles, snakes and gastro. Sounds like a fun holiday. More adventure than holiday, this year’s Tour de Timor mountain bike race was a triumph for George Patterson and his son Bryce (‘Father and son saddle up for world’s toughest tour’, The News 9/8/11). The father and son from Rye were among 450 starters and the 327 riders who finished the race, which saw 60 riders overcome with heat exhaustion on the first day of the six-day event. “Along with dehydration, one’s fitness was tested severely in stage one, with an overall climb for the day from sea level to 1300 metres in searing 3540 degree temperatures,” George said after the race. “The 730km course was over a very mountainous and extremely difficult terrain, of various poor quality roads, tracks, river beds, and sandy conditions.” Tour winner Luke fetch took 20.5 hours and pocketed US$25,000, Bryce (255th) covered the distance in 40.5 hours and George (303rd) took 46 hours. “There wasn’t much recovery time each night, as accommodation was sleeping in personal tents or on ground mats. “The ride climbed an overall total of 7500 metres, or the equivalent of doing Arthurs Seat 28.5 times, and on

The road ahead: George and Bryce Paterson with Timor Leste president Jose Ramos-Horta before saddling up for this year’s Tour de Timor.

Long, winding road: Riders in the Tour de Timor navigate a rough surface.

some atrocious roads. “We both lost around four kilograms a day in sweat and fat, but ate around the same weight each night of rice, potatoes, fish and chicken. More interestingly, my bike computer indicated 16,756 calories were burnt over the six days. “There is probably an easier way to get fit, but not having the same adventure.” George said the tour was an “overwhelming success” for the organisers and Timor Leste. The former East

Timor gained independence in 2002 following the withdrawal of occupying Indonesian forces in 1999, which ended a 25-year bloody struggle. “The country is bereft of much development, being sustained by a huge Australian military and UN presence,” George said. “The purpose of the Tour de Timor was to promote the country and give Timorese the opportunity to look forward to ‘new heroes, and heroes without guns’, according to the president,

Dr Jose Ramos-Horta. “Timor Leste is still a devastated land, but the Timorese are striving to improve things and there is ample evidence of new infrastructure and development. “The people are incredibly friendly, and by doing the tour we travelled through some of the most remote places in Timor, experiencing hospitality and encouragement all along the way. “It was great to see and meet a number of peninsula and Melbourne riders, participating as individuals or

bike club members. The fellowship and support from all riders was reassuring when faced with lonely riding along jungle tracks or coastal roads.” He said next year’s tour was likely to include a detour into Indonesian West Timor “to promote harmony and peace between the two previous antagonists”. This month George is in Malaysia to ride in the five-day Langkawi International Mountain Bike Challenge while son Bryce returns to studying law at Melbourne University.

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Shire to focus on chopper use Wealth link to happiness By Keith Platt THE increasing use of helicopters has again risen as an issue for Mornington Peninsula Shire. In August 2005 the shire avoided adopting a helicopter landing policy by asking the state government to consider establishing a network of landing sights across the state. It also sought scientific help from several government departments regarding safety issues and the effect of noise on animals. Now, a review of helicopter use by the state Department of Planning and Community Development has led to recommendations that do not suit the shire. Under its current policy, council has no objection to the use of helicopters by emergency services, including police and ambulance, but requires a planning permit for other take-offs and landings, except at Tyabb airfield. In a response to the proposed changes, infrastructure director Alex Atkins stated they appeared “geared to deregulating the low frequency use of helicopters”. He said no case had been made to strategically justify the deregulation. Mr Atkins stated there was a need for a better network of helicopter landing sites throughout the state and recommended that it be referred to the Department of Transport. The proposals advocated by Mr Atkins on 29 August were endorsed by councillors at a meeting on 12 September. The shire was mired in a wrangle over helicopter use in 2003, and subsequently prosecuted several pilots and owners after their aircraft had been used as transport for bank executives having lunch at a peninsula winery. In November 2004 five sites for heli-

Above criticism: The police and other emergency services are welcome to use the peninsula as a landing ground, but controversy has again flared over landing rights for other helicopter users.

pads were suggested: Truemans Rd, Reserve, West Rosebud; Long Point Reserve, Boneo; White Hill Reserve, Dromana; Hastings foreshore; and Mt Eliza Regional Park. The sites were met by stiff opposition, leading in August 2005 to council effectively abandoning its search for helipads by passing the problem on to the state government. Six years later, the shire is again being confronted by many of the same opponents to the suggested five sites. Pen-X, an email clearing house for environment groups, is being used to mobilise opposition to the relaxation of landing rights for helicopters. Subscribers are being told that the proposed regulations “could potentially allow a helicopter to take off or

land 1000 metres or potentially 150 to 250 metres from any person’s property eight times a month or four times in a 24 hour period”. In a separate email, Mt Eliza Action Group secretary June Horner said council had in the past “held the line” by refusing planning permits for heliports. “Let us hope that this new LiberalNational state government has the commonsense not to let it happen. “I am sure there is a lot of pressure on the government from developers and entrepreneurs who have land beachside on the peninsula to have their own helicopter. “A can of worms will be opened up if they do.”

MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire is screening a documentary that blames globalisation for many of the world’s social ills. Backed by the International Society for Ecology and Culture (ISEC), The Economics of Happiness describes a world moving in two opposing directions. While government and big business promote globalisation and the consolidation of corporate power, people around the world are demanding a reregulation of trade and finance. “Communities are coming together to re-build more human scale, ecological economies based on a new paradigm – an economics of localisation,” says a website of the film’s three directors, Helena Norberg-Hodge, Steven Gorelick and John Page. “The good news is that as we move in this direction we will begin not only to heal the earth but also to restore our own sense of well-being.” The ISEC is described as a nonprofit organisation dedicated to the revitalisation of cultural and biological diversity, and the strengthening of local communities and economies worldwide.

Jenny Macaffer of the shire’s social planning and community development department said the film “challenges us to restore our faith in humanity, and to believe that it is possible to build a better world”. “Economic globalisation has led to a massive expansion in the scale and power of big business and banking. “It has also worsened nearly every problem we face: fundamentalism and ethnic conflict; climate chaos and species extinction; financial instability and unemployment.” Ms Macaffer said people’s lives were becoming increasingly stressful, with less time for friends and family and mounting pressures at work. The film portrayed “a chorus of voices from six continents, who speak about how climate change and peak oil give us little choice: we need to localise, to bring the economy home”. The Economics of Happiness is being shown during Anti-Poverty Week, at 6.30pm on Tuesday 18 October at the Mornington Peninsula Shire offices, Queen St, Mornington. Entry is by gold coin donation. Bookings essential: 5950 1685 or spcd.admin@mornpen.vic.gov.au.

Government speed limit review THE state government is reviewing speed limits in Victoria and submissions close on Tuesday 11 October. A government spokesman said the review was being held “to ensure that community expectations are met and road safety benefits are maximized”. “Speed limits are set to provide a balance between safety and mobil-

ity, with consideration given to traffic, pedestrians and surrounding developments.” VicRoads will complete the review by the end of the year and present the findings to the government for funding consideration. Terms of reference at website www. vicroads.vic.gov.au/speedreview.

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Another reservoir fish fight By Mike Hast CONSERVATIONISTS and anglers are again fighting over the future of a decommissioned reservoir in the region. Frankston Reservoir is the latest battleground as opposing forces lobby Parks Victoria over the future use of the 90-hectare reserve with its 10-hectare reservoir. Built in 1920 to provide drinking water for the southern metropolitan area, and taken offline by Melbourne Water in 2004, it is in Frankston South on high ground between Overport Rd and Moorooduc Hwy, and surrounded by housing. Parks Victoria released a draft master plan for the reserve two weeks ago giving the public only until Friday 7 October to make submissions. The plan calls for the reserve to be set aside for passive recreation and the protection of indigenous flora and fauna, to “retain its unique natural character within the urban environment and provide a place for contemplation and nature appreciation”. But anglers want the reservoir to be stocked with fish including introduced trout. Other individuals and groups want to walk their dogs or ride bicycles. Although the draft plan has been developed by a commit-

tee consisting of Frankston MP Geoff Shaw, Friends of Frankston Reservoir, Frankston Environmental Friends Network, Department of Sustainability and Environment, and Parks Victoria, some conservationists are fearful the reserve will go the way of Devilbend, where fishing, horse riding and other active recreation pursuits are allowed. Friends of Frankston Reservoir members are worried the reserve has not been formally declared a conservation reserve. Calls by conservationists to upgrade its status from Natural Features Reserve to Nature Conservation Reserve were supported before last November’s state election by Liberal candidate Geoff Shaw. Continued from Page 1

Mr Shaw defeated Labor’s Alistair Harkness at the election and remains steadfast in his support of the upgrade, but said the designation was unlikely to be made until “some time this year or next year”. The higher status is critical to excluding anglers, dogs and cyclist from the reserve. Melbourne Water handed the reserve to Parks Victoria in 2009. It had previously been offered to Frankston Council, which baulked at the cost of developing and maintaining it.

Sylvan spot: A section of Frankston Reservoir and the surrounding reserve, which has been locked away from humans for more than 80 years and is home to rare animals and plants. Picture: Alison Kuiter

Friends spokesman Hans Brunner, a Frankston zoologist, says the management plan is incomplete and he is suspicious “lobbyists will back door fishing and other activities”. Mr Shaw is adamant the reserve will not be used for fishing or dogs. “You can fish in

Australia Day 2012 Recognising our Heroes

National Anthem Singer Competition Saturday 12th November 2011 Local Competition The Mornington Peninsula Shire is hosting a local National Anthem Singer Competition as part of the Australia Day Festival 2012. The winners will sing at various flag raising ceremonies on Australia Day 2012 around the Mornington Peninsula.

Eligibility To be eligible you must be twenty years or younger on the 26th January 2012 and reside on the Mornington Peninsula.

Finalists are to sing the first two verses of Advance Australia Fair unaccompanied and in traditional fashion.

Entry Details Entries close 4th November 2011 and must include proof of age. RPP FM will record the lucky winners at their new studios in Wilson’s Road, Mornington.

More details & Entry form Call the Shire’s Community & Special Events Unit on 03 5950 1766 or visit www.mornpen.vic.gov.au Proudly supported by

our two bays and at Devilbend Reserve [near Moorooduc],” he said. “Frankston already has about 30 dog walking areas; there will be no pets in the reserve.” He said a natural features reserve would cost Parks more to operate than a nature conservation reserve as more facilities would be needed for visitors. Mr Shaw conceded anglers had lobbied him about stocking the reservoir with fish for freshwater angling. “They were the same people who lobbied for

Devilbend to be accessible to anglers,” he said. Conservationists and DSE and Parks officials fought a long battle to stop the release of trout into Devilbend, but lost when the Department of Primary Industries and highly placed officials in the Brumby government ambushed the planning process, dismissed their concerns as well as advice from government scientists, and released trout fingerlings last year. Trout are claimed to be a major threat to native fish incklud-

Reserve a ‘precious place’ FRANKSTON Reservoir has long been known by government and private conservationists as a “life raft” of rare and endangered fauna and flora. Being locked away from humans for more than 80 years has allowed mammals, amphibians, birds and plants to thrive. Some of the species include koalas, sugar gliders, eight kinds of frog including the nationally protected growling grass frog, and 80 birds species including rare musk and blue-billed ducks. The reserve contains rare native vegetation including grassy woodland and the last patch of heathland in Frankston South, just 0.7 hectares. Quinn McCormack of Friends of Frankston Reservoir said the reserve had been known as an area of state conservation significance for many years and it should be retained with as little human interference as possible. She said the reservoir was unlikely to be suitable for fish as it would be fed by stormwater runoff that would include oil and petrol from nearby roads, and fertilisers from gardens. The water was likely to be off limits to humans due to health issues, she said.

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Playing it safe OCTOBER is Community Safety Month and as part of its activities Mornington Peninsula Shire has dedicated the week starting 10 October to injury prevention. Residents are invited to tell the shire of any safety hazards that need attention. Mayor Graham Pittock said hazards may include footpath defects, sign problems, dangerous intersections and other road safety matters such as line marking or vegetation encroachment. “I encourage everyone to use the week to help make the peninsula a safer place,” he said. To report a hazard, visit the shire’s Rosebud office, 90 Besgrove St, Rosebud; email chris.wallis@mornpen.vic.gov.au or call 5950 1434.

Town history talk MORNINGTON and District Historical Society’s next coffee morning is at 10.30am on Tuesday 11 October at St Mark’s Church Friendship Room, Barkly Street, Mornington. Guest speaker is Pe-

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ing the rare dwarf galaxia. The Friends and Mr Shaw are determined Frankston reservoir will not suffer the same fate. The MP said Parks Victoria had told him more than 120 individuals and groups had already made submissions about the draft plan. Tom Camp, a former member of the community consultation group that advised Parks about Devilbend, said angling groups also wanted to be able to fish at Frankston reservoir. A member of Mornington Peninsula Fly Fishers, Mr Camp said the group would be making a submission. “I won’t speak for our group, as the submission is still being prepared, but as a fisherman I will say Frankston reservoir is absolutely a good body of water to stock with fish,” he said. Fly fishers, with support from individuals anglers and VRFish, the peak body for Victorian anglers, had been involved in earlier draft plans for Frankston reservoir. But after Mr Shaw was elected last November, “we were excluded from the consultation process”. “The decision to exclude fishing from the draft plan seems to be arbitrary; there is nothing in the plan about why this decision was made.” He said there had been insufficient public debate about using the reservoir for fishing. There were very few places for freshwater fishing for anglers from the peninsula, Frankston and southeast regions, he said.

ter Holloway whose talk “Dromana over the past 150 years” is part of the “Peninsula Townships 150 th” series. Cost is $5. The society is conducting a “Walk in Mornington’s historic cemetery” at 1.30pm on Sunday 30 October led by Val Wilson who will details results of her recent research. Meet at cemetery gates. Cost of $5 includes tea and coffee. Details: Derek Smith, 0414 820 162.

Fashion show CHICKS to Boilers’ 2011 fashion show, “Black and White Glamour” is from noon-2.30pm on Tuesday 15 November at God’s Kitchen, 53 Barkly St, Mornington. Cost of $25 includes lunch and a glass of wine. Dress glamorously. Bookings: Merrilyn, 5974 4072 by 11 November.

Jazz arvo RSL Jazz is at Mornington RSL in Virginia St from 12.30pm on Sunday 16 October with Graeme Steel All Stars. Bookings: 5975 2106.

Harbouring inspiration

What lies beneath: Artist Miertje Skidmore’s abstract work is at a Sorrento gallery this month.

LOOKING forward to another Mornington Peninsula visit for the opening of her October exhibition, Miertje Skidmore says “I love coming over there, and one of these days I think I’ll come over and stay”. A huge attraction for the artist is that the peninsula is framed by water, from which many of Miertje’s abstract works draw their inspiration at her Victor Harbour home in South Australia. A fascination for the natural world drives her art. Subject matter comes from beyond a passive observation – as it may for landscape artists. It is inspired by active investigation and discovery. Since she was a girl the artist has never been happy to sit and watch; she’s been out turning over rocks, logs and other matter to examine underneath: “Marble cut open or ancient wood sliced, a fossilised leaf or insect can leave us humbled and inspired by the majesty of nature.” Her works are often drawn from her microscopic eye, with pieces more than a metre in width or length often representing just a couple of square centimetres of our “upturned” natural world: “the most incredible

colours can come from that moist environment”. She aims to convey timelessness in her paintings, taking inspiration from the “power and mystery of the earth we live in that often goes unseen, yet goes on in its amazing diverse beauty without audience”. “This is what I hope to convey in my work. I have worked in a range of media mostly in acrylics, pastels and oils; I have a great love of coloured glass, and now paint in high gloss mixed media.” Large format canvases enable Miertje to create striking works with explosions of colour and motion. Born in WA, Miertje has been painting for more than 30 years and her works have been bought by private and corporate collectors here and overseas, including the National Australia Bank, Princess Monika of Germany. Miertje Skidmore is exhibiting until 31 October at Manyung at Sorrento, 113a Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento. Phone 9787 2953 and www.manyung gallery.com.au James Clark-Kennedy

Bullies can be real softies By Keith Platt PETA Lachmund is the victim of mistaken identity. Strangers have been accosting her believing she owns an American pit bull, rather than a “child-friendly” English bull terrier. Ms Lachmund is angry because Ignatius, or Iggy to his friends (which is just about everyone), is a loved family pet and has never caused a dogfight. “I’ve been screamed at for having a pit bull and they won’t listen when I try to explain,” she said. Iggy is taken for a daily walk in the leash-free area on the foreshore at Hastings, which is where Ms Lachmund was subjected to the latest of several abusive remarks by dog owners not knowing the difference between breeds. “A woman’s kelpie came at Iggy from behind, but he just ignored it and I had to pick up our other dog, a ball of fluff really, which was barking at the kelpie,” she said. because they would laugh at her. I’ve never seen her down

Puppy love: Peta Lachmund is tired of being berated by people who think her dog Iggy is a dangerous American pit bull when it is an English bull terrier.

there before and hope I don’t see her again. “It’s a shame people don’t know how friendly English bull terriers are. We’ve had three, and they grew up with our children. I’m not stupid, I wouldn’t buy a dangerous

dog. I’ve never met a bull terrier that has bitten a child or hurt its owner.” Ms Lachmund runs the Beach Hut Café in High St, Hastings, with her partner Chris Harmon and has placed photos in the window to show

what the different breeds of dog look like. She and Iggy will be among the bull terriers and their owners taking a “bully walk” along the banks of the Yarra and into Melbourne on Sunday 16 October.

Ms Lachmund said the bully walks are aimed at showing the public that English bull terriers make good family pets and should not be confused with the more aggressive American pit bulls. While acknowledging that bull terriers were originally bred for combat with other dogs, the Bull Terrier Club of Victoria says they have a “natural affectionate nature and penchant for luxury”. The club’s website describes them as “highly intelligent and they thrive on human interaction and praise. They have a great sense of humour, imagination and personality, and simply like to do things on their terms.” The club goes on to say they are “wonderful companions and family dogs” but need to be socialised from a puppy with other dogs and animals. “While you may trust your bully, you can never trust other dogs and if an altercation erupts, the bull terrier will usually be blamed regardless of who started it.”

Dine and chat with ‘top’ Australian THE current Australian of the Year will be guest speaker at the Mornington Peninsula Regional Group of the Order of Australia Association, Victoria branch’s annual dinner. Simon McKeon is chairman of CSIRO, executive chairman of Macquarie Group’s Melbourne office and chairman of business for Millennium Development, a supporter of several Australian and international charities and a record-breaking yachtsman. He was also led the federal governmentappointed Point Nepean Community Trust, which was disbanded when the national park was taken over by the state government. Brian Stahl, chairman of the Order of Australia Association’s peninsula group, said Mr McKeon “demonstrates how business and philanthropy can go hand in hand”. The group’s annual dinner is on Friday 21 October at Brooklands, Tanti Ave, Mornington. Bookings: Harry Macdonald, 5974 4290 or harry mac@bigpond.net.au.

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Marine education goes for a walk

Bay carers: The group of walkers from Mt Eliza Preschool visiting Western Port included Olivia Barry, Katie Livingstone, Lauren Barry, Liam Atkinson, Liam Waters, Tiana Atkinson, Keely Byrne, Emily Burns, April Livingstone and Phoenix Burns.

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MORE than 200 people rolled up earlier this month when the Dolphin Research Institute issued an invitation for them to go for a stroll along the shores of Western Port. The Hastings-based institute sees marine education and protection of the environment as an important adjunct to its research into the behaviour and wellbeing of dolphins in both Western Port and Port Phillip. “The goal of the Walk For Western Port was to raise the profile of the bay in the community. We want people to feel like they live in a very special place,” institute executive director Jeff Weir said. At the end of the 40-minute walk prizes were awarded for schools, students, individuals, and groups. Mr Weir said Western Port had 24 per cent of Victoria’s mangroves while the offshore Crawfish Rock was home to more than 500 different species. “Six species of migrating shorebirds come to Western Port, which is one per cent of the world’s population. If you related that to humans, it would be 70 million people.” Contact the Dolphin Research Institute on 1300 130 949 or 0400 223 126.

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AUCTION SATURDAY 8TH OCTOBER AT 4PM

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$930,000–$970,000

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A SENSE OF LUXURY & GRANDEUR! High in the exclusive Summerfields Estate with views across to Mount Martha and Arthurs Seat this magnificent home, on a superb 1200m2 lot offers 36 squares of living plus a triple auto garage & existing in-ground pool with pool house. Home comprises of 4-5 bedrooms, deluxe granite kitchen, 3 full bathrooms, & spacious living areas both up & down. In a word – WOW!

84 Summerfields Drive

MORNINGTON

Inspect Sat. 3-3.30pm or by appointment

$550,000 - $585,000

SUPERB SPOT - OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS AT MILLS BEACH! A premier corner site of approx. 938m2 enjoying a pristine position only 100 meters to Mills Beach. Renovate and extend existing property or rebuild as a luxury home site or potential multi townhouse site (STCA). Positioned on this coveted location is an extremely comfortable, architecturally designed 3 bedroom home with study, upgraded kitchen and dining and feature timbers to large living room that has open fire place. Also includes single bathroom and carport. Live in it whilst determining its future or just make your move to create something sensational. Worth its weight in Gold! Contact: Leigh Donovan Licensed Estate Agent/Auctioneer - 0418 106 309

SPACIOUS LIVING ON QUIET COURT LOT! Beautiful gardens & a big 991m2 court lot in the Lakeside Estate provide a most attractive setting for this stylish brick veneer home. Offering 3 large bedrooms plus study (FES & WIR), formal lounge & dining rooms with vaulted ceilings & open fireplace, a light filled central kitchen with meals area, a large family room to the rear looking out over the huge yard and double auto garage & shed.

Inspect Sat. 3.30-4.00pm or by appointment 6 Billabong Close

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NEG OVER $700,000

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NEG OVER $670,000

Inspect Sat.12-12.30pm or by appointment

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$635,000

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Beautifully polished timber flooring is a feature of this individually designed, 4 bedroom plus study brick veneer home. Offering 31 squares of living plus double auto garage all on a big 1100m2 lot in Summerfield estate. With a deluxe granite kitchen, 4 separate living areas, downstairs master with FES/WIR, & a large covered entertaining deck.

A superb 1304m2 court lot in the exclusive Summerfields Estate is an ideal setting for this big living B/V home, featuring a West Australian Limestone faade & beautiful polished timber flooring. With 4 bedrooms plus study (master with FES (spa)/WIR), formal entry & spacious lounge, vinyl wrap kitchen with S/S 900mm appliances & W.I. Pantry, dining room, a large family room, a separate rumpus/games room & double auto garage.

Private & secure behind high fencing with delightful gardens & rear deck this superb home offers 4 bedrooms plus study (with 3 full bathrooms & w/c’s), deluxe kitchen with adjoining meals area, spacious living rooms both upstairs & down, internal entry from the large double auto garage and all with easy access to buses & Benton Junior College.

8 Ella Bella Way

Inspect Sat.1-1.30pm or by appointment 4 Cottage Place

MORNINGTON

$500,000 - 540,000

AFFORDABLE & INVITING BEACHSIDE HOME!

Enjoy a delightful treed setting in the established Fairways Estate. This stylish brick veneer home has 3 bedrooms plus study (FES/WIR to master), large open living areas including formal lounge & dining rooms, a large kitchen/family/meals area with vaulted ceilings, a double auto garage & a north-facing undercover entertaining area. Also including gas ducted heating, s/system r/cycle air conditioning, security system & dishwasher.

15 Parry Court

Inspect Sat. 2-2.30pm or by appointment 11 Ruby Cove

MORNINGTON

$495,000 - $550,000

MORNINGTON

Inspect Sat 1-1.30 or by appointment

NEG OVER $380,000

A BIG LIVING 4 BEDDER!

BRAND NEW VILLA - ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE!

This spotless 4 bedroom brick veneer home has 3 separate living areas, an entertainer’s kitchen with s/steel appliances, an elegant formal lounge, separate dining or study and huge tiled family room. Large rumpus room with a fabulous paved outdoor BBQ area and pergola. Including ducted heating and s/system r/cycle air/conditioning, double garage & double gated rear access to the superb 1000m2 lot.

It’s a comfortable stroll to Mornington Village from this brand new BV Villa set in a quiet street & in a small group of only 3. With 2 large bedrooms (master with FES), spacious north-facing living with garden outlook, granite-topped kitchen with S/steel Blanco appliances, an adjacent dining area & an extra big single garage with internal access. Outside offers a large paved entertaining area surrounded by landscaped gardens & 2000l water tank.

Inspect Sat. 2-2.30pm or by appointment 61 St. Mitchell Circuit

5975 7733

Inspect Sat 12-12.30 or by appointment 2/13 Brent Street

Inspect Sat 2-2.30pm or by appointment

Shop 2, 188-194 Main St Mornington

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Totally Affordable!

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Fantastic opportunity to have a holiday home or an investment property. Rent it out when not in use. On-site caravan that includes kitchen, bathroom, decking, shed, car space and land. Dromana Holiday & Lifestyle Village has indoor and outdoor pools, tennis court, BBQ areas, games room and secure monitored gated access. Close to Drive-in and minutes by car to beaches.

Outstanding opportunity to owner. Occupy either for permanent, holiday living or investment. Cabin includes 2 bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom, decking, car space. Estimated rental return would be approx. $165pw giving a return of 6.5%! Dromana Holiday & Lifestyle Village has indoor/ outdoor pools, tennis court, BBQ areas, games room and secure access. Close to Drive In and beach.

This on site cabin has been renovated for a holiday or investment property. Featuring 2 bedrooms, plus 2x2 bunks, new kitchen, bathroom, 2nd living and deck, you can enjoy holidays, inexpensive living or investment with great returns. Minutes from the beach & shops. Dromana Lifestyle Village has indoor/outdoor swimming pool, BBQ areas, playground, games room and secure access.

Affordable first home or holiday home. On-site cabin that has 2 showers (1 spa shower), 2 toilets, 2 bedrooms and air con. Open plan living with galley kitchen sited next to land and close to indoor pool. 2 car concrete car port and 3 re-cycle water tanks. Dromana Lifestyle Village has indoor/outdoor pools, tennis court, BBQ areas, games room and secure access. Close to Drive In and beach.

Price Inspect Contact

$79,000 By appointment 03 5987 3233

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61 Country Club Drive Safety Beach

16 Julian Court Dromana

McCrae

Fantastic Investment

What A Wonderful World!

Tremendous Value - Walk To The Shops & Waters Edge

The Great Getaway In McCrae

Here is a fantastic opportunity to buy an affordable home that is also an investment. To be sold as is with a long term tenant in place paying $230pw that provides a return of over 7%! Neat, modern, 2 bedroom unit with car space, a/c, large open living area with galley style kitchen. Close are indoor/outdoor pools, tennis court, playground and bbq. This is a particularily quiet site.

On offer is a lifestyle dream. Wonderful residential area, golf at the back door, pool/spa to relax, tennis & beach nearby. 3 bedrooms (main WIR & en-suite) plus study, two living areas, kitchen, pool area with spa & shower room, all combine to make a comfortable home. Added touches are ducted heating & vacuum, open fire, natural light and close to all the Mornington Peninsula can offer.

This lovely home is just a mere 600m (approx) from the beach and the Dromana shopping strip. This very neat and tidy home features sun filled rooms and wide open living spaces. Three spacious bedrooms, master with FES, two separate living areas, open plan kitchen/meals/living, GDH and ample bench space in kitchen. Solar electricity, double remote garage, landscaped gardens and easy to maintain. Public transport, churches, schools, doctors, café and restaurants all within easy walking distance.

Located on the hillside of McCrae is this great home with plenty of room for everyone and everything. Boasting 3 bedrooms all with BIRs and semi ensuite, 2 living areas with formal and informal dining. With a large covered sun room and covered entertaining deck at the rear you can just sit back and relax and enjoy the view. Also featuring a huge garage and extra storage under the house. Land size approx 941sqm. An inspection will not disappoint. Call now.

Price Inspect Contact

$165,000 By appointment 03 5987 3233

$560,000 + Fri 5-5.30pm & Sat 2-2.30pm 03 5987 3233

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Dromana

47 Nepean Highway Dromana

Dromana

1 Ellinbank Crescent Mornington

Walking Distance To The Beach

Walk To The Beach!

Peaceful, Private and Picturesque!

Discerning & Discreet

Less than 12 months old, this 2 bedroom unit is only approx. 600 meters to Dromana foreshore and shopping precinct. Master bedroom and second bedroom both with BIR’s, central bathroom, separate laundry and kitchen with Caesar stone bench tops, stainless steel appliances. Low maintenance gardens and timber entertaining deck, water tank and single carport.

Less than 600 meters to the beache and on approx. 660sqm sits a loved holiday home held by the same family for years. It is now time to let it go, so here is a fantastic opportunity for a buyer. With some TLC bring this back to its former glory; build a great family home close to the sea or (STCA) develop this into a 2 unit site. The choice belongs entirely to the lucky purchaser.

High on the hillside of Dromana and surrounded by bush and bay views. This home is full of charm and is an ideal holiday or family home. With polished floor boards and extensive decking, 4 bedrooms (main with FES & WIR) with BIRs + study + studio and large kitchen with S/steel appliances. Air con, double garage + work shed. Land size 1144sqm (approx). Fully landscaped.

Quality home, privately situated & built with care & attention to detail and extremely spacious. 3 to 4 bedrooms (large master with FES & WIR) or study. Separate lounge and family/theatre room, both very large and with (expensive) parquet flooring. These two rooms are separated by an equally spacious kitchen.

Price Inspect Contact

$340,000 - $360,000 By Appointment 03 5987 3233

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$395,000+ Wednesday 5-5.30pm 03 5987 3233

4 Victoria Crescent Safety Beach

Dromana

Location, Location, Location!!!

Mesmerizing Bay Views

There are many reasons to view this fantastic home just 450 meters approx. to the Peninsula’s best beach. This stunning family home features 2 outdoor entertaining areas, 3 bedrooms plus a study or home office. The master bedroom has FES & WIR and there are two separate living zones all in open plan design with GDH & evaporative cooling. Externally there is single garage.

Designed to capture every degree of its north facing view this incredible residence features wide open living areas, sun filled rooms and panoramic bay views. Approximately 60sq in size the home offers five spacious bedrooms, three bathrooms, two kitchens, three living areas and extensive decking and balcony space.

Price Inspect Contact

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$1.250,000 - $1.3 million By Appointment 03 5987 3233

193 Point Nepean Road, Dromana VIC 3936

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$645,000 Sat 12-12.30pm 03 5987 3233

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Address

Suburb

Size

Price

Mel Ref

12 Omuna Court

Safety Beach

762m2 Approx

$355,000

150 F10

36 Cook Street

McCrae

1759m2 Approx

$385,000

160 B6

2/2 Morgan Court

Safety Beach

374m2 Approx

$399,000

160 C2

8 Omuna Court

Safety Beach

880m2 Approx

$486,000

150 F10

313 Dromana Parade

Safety Beach

1300m2 Approx

$650,000

150 E11

148-149 Marine Parade Safety Beach

1986m2 Approx

Forthcoming Auction 150 D12

All land sizes are an approximate only & are subject to confirmation as per the Vendors Section 32 Statement

PHONE: 5987 3233 FAX: 5981 0440

For Sale

14 Thurloo Drive, Safety Beach An opportunity not to be missed

For Sale

Walking distance from Martha Cove Marina and approx. 500 meters from the Safety Beach fore-shore this superb, luxury two storey townhouse is almost completed. Approx. 27 squares of living comprise three bedrooms plus a parents retreat, 2 bathrooms and a powder room and two separate living areas. The kitchen has Caesar stone bench tops with tiled splash back, Smeg stainless steel appliances, designer tap wear, Rinnai 24hr gas hot water and the living areas have heating with programmable thermostat and split system air conditioning, generous allowance of lighting and television points & alarm system.

Prime block for land ready to build your dream home or holiday house upon. Situated a mere 500m to the Safety Beach foreshore and boat ramp and a casual walk from the multi-million dollar Martha Cove marina. Land Size approx 958 sqm.

For Sale

For Sale OR ELL D N S VE ST MU

Price: $595,000

Price: $695,000-$740,000

Inspect: By Appointment

32 Meridian Way, Mornington Inspired living and entertaining

For Sale

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21A Bath Street, Mornington Elegant Beachside Residence

This brilliantly designed and precision built home is on a large 1406m2 block and offers four bedrooms, master with spa ensuite, study, formal and informal living areas, expansive kitchen with stone bench tops and high quality appliances. Key additions include a large entertaining deck, second driveway (ideal for boat or caravan) leading to a large workshop, porcelain tiles and wool carpet, with ducted heating & refrigerated cooling.

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Price: $750,000 - $780,000

Price: Offers Over $1,500,000

Inspect: By Appointment

Inspect: Saturday 11-11.30am

4 Lesa Court, Mount Martha Home sweet home Located in a quiet court close to local schools and shopping centre, this family home has four large bedrooms plus a study. The formal lounge has a bay window, there is an open plan second living area, family room, meals area and kitchen. Entertain with family and friends over looking alfresco area and inground solar heated, salt chlorinated pool. Double lock up garage with rear access. Two good sized garden sheds and a large backyard with plenty of room for kids to play. Central heating, evaporative cooling and split system heating and cooling.

For Sale OR ELL D N S VE ST MU

6 Avery Court, Mount Martha Elegant and sophisticated on a grand scale A luxury two storey rendered Simmons home situated in cul de sac location of prestigious Mount Martha location. The grand entrance has high ceilings and a sweeping stair case leading to the familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s four bedrooms and large retreat with balcony overlooking a semi-rural vista. The double bi- fold doors separate the formal area from the main living areas. A Master chef kitchen with granite bench tops has large pantry and the PHDOV DQG IDPLO\ URRP DUHD VXUURXQGHG E\ Ă RRU to ceiling bay window overlooking in-ground pool. Vendor must sell - All offers will be considered.

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For Sale

119 Seaview Avenue, Safety Beach Seaview at Martha Cove

For Sale

Nagambie 6 Acres Of Beautiful Land Nestled amongst the major wineries such as Chateau Tahbilk and the famous Mitchelton Winery this 6 acre block has water frontage for the enthusiastic skier adjacent to the boat ramp, permits for 6 waterfront town houses, all with power and septic connected. Do not miss out on securing this prime parcel of land your retirement years.

Price: $830,000 Inspect: By Appointment

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For Sale – Mornington

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For Sale – Frankston

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For Sale – Mornington

dŚŝƐ ŝƐ Ă ƌĂƌĞ ŽƉƉŽƌƚƵŶŝƚǇ ƚŽ ƐĞĐƵƌĞ Ă ŚŝŐŚ ƉƌŽĮůĞ ƌĞƚĂŝů ŝŶǀĞƐƚŵĞŶƚ ŝŶ ƚŚĞ ŚĞĂƌƚ ŽĨ DŽƵŶƚ ůŝǌĂ sŝůůĂŐĞ͘ dŚĞƌĞ ĂƌĞ ƚǁŽ ƐŚŽƉƐ ĂǀĂŝůĂďůĞ ǁŝƚŚ Ă ĐŽŵďŝŶĞĚ ĂƌĞĂ ŽĨ ϭϲϲ͘ϴƐƋŵ ĂŶĚ ĐƵƌƌĞŶƚůǇ ůĞƚ ƚŽ ƚǁŽ ůŽŶŐ ƚĞƌŵ ƚĞŶĂŶƚƐ ƐŚŽǁŝŶŐ Ă ŶĞƚ ƌĞƚƵƌŶ ŽĨ Ψϳϳ͕ϮϱϬƉĂ͘ ^ŝƚƵĂƚĞĚ ĐůŽƐĞ ƚŽ ^ĂĨĞǁĂǇ ĂŶĚ ŽƚŚĞƌ ƉƌŽŵŝŶĞŶƚ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐĞƐ ŝŶ ƚŚĞ ƚŽǁŶ͘

For Sale - Mornington

&ŝƚŶĞƐƐ ƐƚƵĚŝŽ ŝŶ ĐĞŶƚƌĂů ƉŽƐŝƟŽŶ ŽĨ ĞŶƚŽŶƐ ^ƋƵĂƌĞ ƐŚŽƉƉŝŶŐ ĐĞŶƚĞƌ͘ ^ƉĞĐŝĂůŝǌŝŶŐ ŝŶ ƉĞƌƐŽŶĂů ƚƌĂŝŶŝŶŐ ͬŐƌŽƵƉ ƚƌĂŝŶŝŶŐ ͬ ďŽŽƚ ĐĂŵƉ ĂŶĚ ŵŽƌĞ ǁŝƚŚ Ă ůĂƌŐĞ ĐůŝĞŶƚ ďĂƐĞ ĂŶĚ ƋƵĂůŝĮĞĚ ƐƚĂī ǁŝůůŝŶŐ ƚŽ ƐƚĂǇ ŽŶ͘

tŝůĚ ĂƌĚƐ Θ 'ŝŌƐ

ĂŶĚĞŶŽŶŐ DĂƌŬĞƚ ǇĞǁĞĂƌ Ͳ Dh^d ^ >>

DĂŝŶ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ Ğůŝ

^ŵĞůů dŚĞ ZŽƐĞƐ

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ Ψϭϳϱ͕ϬϬϬ н^ s ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ dĂŶǇĂ ^ĐĂŐůŝĂƌŝŶŝ Ϭϰϯϴ Ϯϴϵ ϴϱϵ

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ ůů ŽīĞƌƐ ĐŽŶƐŝĚĞƌĞĚ ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ 'ĂƌǇ ZĂůƉŚ Ϭϰϭϴ ϱϯϱ ϱϬϯ

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ ΨϮϮϬ͕ϬϬϬ н ^ s ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ Ψϵϳ͕ϱϬϬ н ^ s ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ ZƵƐƐĞůů DƵƌƉŚǇ ϬϰϬϳ ϴϯϵ ϭϴϰ

dŚŝƐ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ŚĂƐ ďĞĞŶ ĚĞƐŝŐŶĞĚ ƚŽ ďĞ ƐƵĐĐĞƐƐĨƵů ĂŶĚ ƉƌŽǀŝĚĞ ǇŽƵ ǁŝƚŚ Ăůů ƚŚĞ ŶĞĐĞƐƐĂƌǇ ƚŽŽůƐ͘ tŝƚŚ ĞǆĐĞůůĞŶƚ ƐĂůĞƐ ĂŶĚ ƉƌĞƐĞŶƚĂƟŽŶ ƚŚĞƌĞ ŝƐ ŚƵŐĞ ŐƌŽǁƚŚ ƉŽƚĞŶƟĂů ŝŶ ƚŚŝƐ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ƚŚĂƚ ĐŽƵůĚ ǀĞƌǇ ĞĂƐŝůǇ ďĞ ƌƵŶ ďǇ Ă ĨĂŵŝůǇ ǁŝƚŚ ĨƵůů ĨƌĂŶĐŚŝƐĞ ƐƵƉƉŽƌƚ ĂŶĚ ůŽǁ ĨƌĂŶĐŚŝƐĞ ĨĞĞƐ ŽĨ ŽŶůǇ ϰй͘ EĞǁ ůĞĂƐĞ ƚĞƌŵƐ ĂǀĂŝůĂďůĞ͘

dŚŝƐ ĞǆĐůƵƐŝǀĞ ĞǇĞǁĞĂƌ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ŝƐ ĨŽƌ ƐĂůĞ ĨŽƌ ƚŚĞ ĮƌƐƚ ƟŵĞ ŝŶ ϮϬ ǇĞĂƌƐ͘ ^ŝƚƵĂƚĞĚ ŝŶ ƚŚĞ ŐĞŶĞƌĂů ŵĞƌĐŚĂŶĚŝƐĞ ĂƌĞĂ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ ƉŽƉƵůĂƌ ĂŶĚĞŶŽŶŐ DĂƌŬĞƚ͕ ĐůŽƐĞ ƚŽ ƚŚĞ ŵĂŝŶ ĞŶƚƌĂŶĐĞ ƚŚŝƐ ϮϱŵϮ ƐŚŽƉ ŝƐ ĂŶ ĞǆĐĞůůĞŶƚ ŽƉƉŽƌƚƵŶŝƚǇ ƚŽ ƉƵƌĐŚĂƐĞ ƚŚŝƐ ĐĂƐŚ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ƚŚĂƚ ŽƉĞƌĂƚĞƐ ϯ ĚĂǇƐ ƉĞƌ ǁĞĞŬ͕ ϳĂŵͲϰƉŵ͘

For Sale – Mornington

For Sale – Frankston

dŚĞ ǁĞůů ŬŶŽǁŶ ĂŶĚ ǀĞƌǇ ƉŽƉƵůĂƌ tĂƩůĞ 'ĂƌĚĞŶƐ ŽĨ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ ŝƐ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ŵĂƌŬĞƚ͘ dŚĞ ĐƵƌƌĞŶƚ ŽǁŶĞƌƐ ŚĂǀĞ ƌƵŶ ƚŚŝƐ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ĨŽƌ ƚŚĞ ƉĂƐƚ ϭϬ ǇĞĂƌƐ ĂŶĚ ĂƌĞ ůŽŽŬŝŶŐ ƚŽ ƌĞƟƌĞ͘ ŐƌĞĂƚ ƐŝǌĞĚ ƐŚŽƉ ǁŝƚŚ ĞǆĐĞůůĞŶƚ ůĞĂƐĞ ĐŽŶĚŝƟŽŶƐ ĂŶĚ DĂŝŶ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ ůŽĐĂƟŽŶ͘ WƌŝĐĞĚ ƚŽ ƐĞůů͘ /ŶƐƉĞĐƟŽŶ ƌĞĐŽŵŵĞŶĚĞĚ͘

&Žƌ ^ĂůĞ ʹ ZŽƐĞďƵĚ

&Žƌ ^ĂůĞ ʹ DŽƵŶƚ DĂƌƚŚĂ

dŚŝƐ ƉĞƌĨĞĐƚůǇ ƉŽƐŝƟŽŶĞĚ Ğůŝ ƐŝƚƵĂƚĞĚ ŝŶ ďƵƐǇ DĂŝŶ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ͕ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ ŝƐ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ŵĂƌŬĞƚ͘ ǀĞƌĂŐĞ ƚĂŬŝŶŐƐ ŽĨ ĂƌŽƵŶĚ Ψϵ͕ϬϬϬ ƉĞƌ ǁĞĞŬ ƚŚŝƐ ĨĂŵŝůǇ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ƐĞĂƚ ϲϬ ŝŶƐŝĚĞ ĂŶĚ ϭϲ ŽƵƚ͘ 'ŽŽĚ ĐŽŵŵĞƌĐŝĂů ŬŝƚĐŚĞŶ ĂŶĚ ƚĞƌƌŝĮĐ Įƚ ŽƵƚ͘

Ğ YƵŝĐŬ

:ƵŝĐĞ ďĂƌ Ͳ ůů ƐĞƚ ƵƉ ĂŶĚ ƌĞĂĚǇ ƚŽ ŐŽ͊ ^ŝĐŬ ŽĨ ZĞŶƟŶŐ͍ ʹ &ƌĞĞŚŽůĚ ĨŽƌ ƐĂůĞ ͞ ĞŶƚKŶ ,ĞĂůƚŚ͟ ŝƐ ŽīĞƌŝŶŐ ƚŚĞ ƌŝŐŚƚ ƉĞƌƐŽŶ ƚŚĞ ŽƉƉŽƌƚƵŶŝƚǇ ƚŽ ŽƉĞƌĂƚĞ ƚŚĞ :ƵŝĐĞ Ăƌ ǁŝƚŚŝŶ ƚŚĞ ŚĞĂůƚŚ ĨŽŽĚ ƐƚŽƌĞ͘ EĞǁůǇ ĮƩĞĚ ŽƵƚ ĂŶĚ ŝŶ Ă ƉĞƌĨĞĐƚ ůŽĐĂƟŽŶ ŽƉƉŽƐŝƚĞ ^ĂĨĞǁĂǇ;ĨŽƌŵĂůůǇ ZĞĚ ĂĐƚƵƐ ĂĨĠͿ ƚŚĞ ƐƚŽƌĞ ǁŝůů ŽƉĞŶ ŝŶ KĐƚŽďĞƌ͘ 'ƌĞĂƚ ƚĞƌŵƐ ĂŶĚ ĐŽŶĚŝƟŽŶƐ͘

ϭϬϲ ƐƋŵ ŽĸĐĞ ĨŽƌ ƐĂůĞ ŝŶ ƚŚĞ &ƌĂŶŬƐƚŽŶ ƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ĞŶƚĞƌ ͻ &ŽƌŵĂů ƌĞĐĞƉƟŽŶ ͻ KƉĞŶ ƉůĂŶ ŽĸĐĞ ͻ >ĂƌŐĞ ŬŝƚĐŚĞŶ ĂƌĞĂ ͻ ^ĞƉĂƌĂƚĞ ŵĞĞƟŶŐ ƌŽŽŵ ǆĐĞůůĞŶƚ ǀĂůƵĞ ͬ ŵŽƟǀĂƚĞĚ sĞŶĚŽƌ

&ƌĞĞŚŽůĚͬ/ŶǀĞƐƚŵĞŶƚ KƉƉŽƌƚƵŶŝƚǇ

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ Ψϴϵ͕ϬϬϬ н ^ s ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ dĂŶǇĂ ^ĐĂŐůŝĂƌŝŶŝ Ϭϰϯϴ Ϯϴϵ ϴϱϵ

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ ΨϮϵ͕ϱϬϬ ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ dĂŶǇĂ ^ĐĂŐůŝĂƌŝŶŝ Ϭϰϯϴ Ϯϴϵ ϴϱϵ

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ ΨϮϰϬ͕ϬϬϬ ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ dĂŶǇĂ ^ĐĂŐůŝĂƌŝŶŝ Ϭϰϯϴ Ϯϴϵ ϴϱϵ

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ Ψϰϲϱ͕ϬϬϬ ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ ZƵƐƐĞůů DƵƌƉŚǇ ϬϰϬϳ ϴϯϵ ϭϴϰ

ǆĐůƵƐŝǀĞ ŚĂŝƌ ƐĂůŽŶ ĂǁĂŝƚƐ ŶĞǁ ŽǁŶĞƌ͕ ƐƚƌŽŶŐ ƚĂŬŝŶŐƐ͕ ĞǆĐĞůůĞŶƚ ůĞĂƐĞ ƚĞƌŵƐ ĂŶĚ ŶĞǁ Įƚ ŽƵƚ͕ ďĞ ƋƵŝĐŬ ĂƐ ƚŚŝƐ ǁŽŶ͛ƚ ůĂƐƚ͊

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ͻ WƌŝŵĞ Wƚ EĞƉĞĂŶ ZĚ ůŽĐĂƟŽŶ ͻ ŝƌĞĐƚůǇ ŽƉƉŽƐŝƚĞ ďĞĂĐŚ ͻ ^ĞĐƵƌĞůǇ ƚĞŶĂŶƚĞĚ͘ ͻ ƉƉƌŽǆ ϭϱϬƐƋŵ ͻ ĞǀĞůŽƉŵĞŶƚ ƉŽƚĞŶƟĂů ;^d Ϳ

&Žƌ >ĞĂƐĞ ʹ ZĞĚ ,ŝůů

&Žƌ >ĞĂƐĞ ʹ ƌŽŵĂŶĂ

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&Žƌ >ĞĂƐĞ ʹ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ

&Žƌ ^ĂůĞ Žƌ >ĞĂƐĞ ʹ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ

&ŝƌƐƚ dŝŵĞ ǀĂŝůĂďůĞ

&Žƌ >ĞĂƐĞ Ͳ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ

EĞǆƚ ƚŽ ƉƌŽƉŽƐĞĚ ĞƉŝĐƵƌĞĂŶ ĐĞŶƚƌĞ

&ĂĐƚŽƌǇ ϯ͕ ϱ ʹ ϳ dƌĞǁŝƩ ŽƵƌƚ

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ Ψϱϳϱ͕ϬϬϬͬ>ĞĂƐĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ WK ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

>ĞĂƐĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ ΨϮ͕ϬϬϬ н'^dнK' ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

>ĞĂƐĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ Ψϭ͕ϰϮϬͬŵŽŶƚŚ н '^d н K'^ ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ 'ĂƌǇ ZĂůƉŚ Ϭϰϭϴ ϱϯϱ ϱϬϯ

>ĞĂƐĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ Ψϭ͕ϬϴϱƉĐŵ н '^d н K' ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ ZƵƐƐĞůů DƵƌƉŚǇ ϬϰϬϳ ϴϯϵ ϭϴϰ

&ŝƌƐƚ ƟŵĞ ĂǀĂŝůĂďůĞ ŝŶ ŽǀĞƌ ϲ ǇĞĂƌƐ ƚŚŝƐ ƌĞƚĂŝů ƐŚŽƉ ŝƐ ƐŝƚƵĂƚĞĚ ďĞŚŝŶĚ DĂŝŶ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ͕ ĂĚũĂĐĞŶƚ ƚŽ ĨƌĞĞ ƉĂƌŬŝŶŐ ĂƌĞĂ ĂŶĚ ŝƐ ǁĞůů ƐĞƚ ƵƉ ĨŽƌ ƉƌŽĨĞƐƐŝŽŶĂů ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐĞƐ͖ '͗ ĂĐĐŽƵŶƚĂŶƚͬƐŽůŝĐŝƚŽƌ Žƌ ƌĞĂů ĞƐƚĂƚĞ͘ dŚĞƌĞ ĂƌĞ ƚǁŽ ŽĸĐĞƐ͕ ďŽĂƌĚƌŽŽŵ͕ ƚǁŽ ƚŽŝůĞƚƐ ĂŶĚ ůƵŶĐŚƌŽŽŵ͘ >ŽŶŐ ƚĞƌŵ ůĞĂƐĞ ĂǀĂŝůĂďůĞ͘

ZĞƚĂŝů ƐŚŽƉ ŽĨ ĂƉƉƌŽǆ͘ ϲϬƐƋŵ ƐŝƚƵĂƚĞĚ ŝŶ ĂƌŬůǇ ^ƋƵĂƌĞ͘ 'ŽŽĚ ƉĂƌŬŝŶŐ ĂŶĚ ĐůŽƐĞ ƚŽ ĐĞŶƚĞƌ ŽĨ ƚŽǁŶ͘ ǀĂŝůĂďůĞ ϭƐƚ ŽĨ EŽǀĞŵďĞƌ͘ tŽŶ͛ƚ ůĂƐƚ͊

&Žƌ >ĞĂƐĞ ʹ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ

&Žƌ ^ĂůĞ ʹ ƌŽŵĂŶĂ

EĞĂƌ ŶĞǁ ĨĂĐƚŽƌǇ͕ ŶĞǀĞƌ ďĞĞŶ ƵƐĞĚ͘ /ĚĞĂů ůŽĐĂƟŽŶ ƚŽ ďĂƐĞ ǇŽƵƌ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ͘ ͻ ϭϱϱ ƐƋŵ ĂƉƉƌŽǆ ͻ ZĞŵŽƚĞ ƌŽůůĞƌ ĚŽŽƌ ĂĐĐĞƐƐ ͻ ĂƐǇ ĂĐĐĞƐƐ ƚŽ ĨƌĞĞǁĂǇ ͻ WƌŝĐĞĚ ƚŽ ůĞĂƐĞ

&Žƌ >ĞĂƐĞ ʹ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ

ǆĐĞůůĞŶƚ ƌĞƚĂŝů ƐƉĂĐĞ ŽĨ ϳϲŵϮ ƐŝƚƵĂƚĞĚ ƌŝŐŚƚ ŶĞǆƚ ƚŽ ƚŚĞ ƉƌŽƉŽƐĞĚ ƉŝĐƵƌĞĂŶ ĞŶƚƌĞ͘ dŚĞ ĐĞŶƚƌĞ ĐŽŶĐĞƉƚ ǁŝůů ďƵŝůĚ ƵƉŽŶ ĂŶĚ ĞŶŚĂŶĐĞ ZĞĚ ,ŝůů͛Ɛ ƌĞƉƵƚĂƟŽŶ ĂƐ Ă ƐŽƉŚŝƐƟĐĂƚĞĚ ƐŽƵƌĐĞ ŽĨ ĨƌĞƐŚ͕ ůŽĐĂů ƉƌŽĚƵĐĞ ĂŶĚ ŵĞƌĐŚĂŶĚŝƐĞ ĂŶĚ ǁŝůů ŝŶĐůƵĚĞ͗ ŽƵŶƚƌǇ ^ƚǇůĞ ĂŬĞ ,ŽƵƐĞ͕ ŚĞĞƐĞ ^ƚŽƌĞ͕ dĂǀĞƌŶ͕ ŝƐƟůůĞƌǇ͕ ŽīĞĞ ZŽĂƐƟŶŐ ĂŶĚ ^ŚŽƌƚ ^ƚĂǇ ƉĂƌƚŵĞŶƚƐ͘

ŽǁŶƐƚĂŝƌƐ KĸĐĞ ^ƉĂĐĞ

&Žƌ >ĞĂƐĞ ʹ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ

>ĞĂƐĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ ΨϮ͕ϱϬϬƉĐŵ н '^d н K'^ ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

>ĞĂƐĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ Ψϱ͕ϴϲϭ͘ϴϰ ŝŶĐ͘ '^dнK'^ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ͗ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

ǀĂŝůĂďůĞ ĨƌŽŵ ϭƐƚ ĞĐĞŵďĞƌ ƚŚŝƐ ŵŽĚĞƌŶ ŽƉĞŶ ƉůĂŶ ŽĸĐĞ ƐƉĂĐĞ ŝƐ ĂƉƉƌŽǆŝŵĂƚĞůǇ ϭϵϬƐƋŵ ŵĞƚƌĞƐ ĂŶĚ ĨƵůůǇ ĮƩĞĚ ŽƵƚ ǁŝƚŚ ŵĞĞƟŶŐ ƌŽŽŵƐ͕ ŽĸĐĞƐ͕ ƚĞůĞƉŚŽŶĞƐ ĂŶĚ ĐŽŵƉƵƚĞƌ ƉŽŝŶƚƐ͕ ŝƚ ĂůƐŽ ĐŽŵĞƐ ǁŝƚŚ ϱ ƉĂƌŬŝŶŐ ƐƉĂĐĞƐ ĂŶĚ ĞǀĞŶ Ă Y ĂƌĞĂ ŽƵƚƐŝĚĞ ĂĚũŽŝŶŝŶŐ ƚŚĞ ƉĂƌŬ͘ ^ƵŝƚĂďůĞ ĨŽƌ Ăůů ƉƌŽĨĞƐƐŝŽŶĂů ƐĞƌǀŝĐĞƐ Θ ŽĐĐƵƉĂƟŽŶƐ͘

dŚŝƐ ůĂƌŐĞ ŽƉĞŶ ĂƌĞĂ ŽĨ ĂƉƉƌŽǆ ϭϳϬƐƋŵ ŝƐ ǁĞůů ƉŽƐŝƟŽŶĞĚ ŝŶ ƚŚĞ ĐĞŶƚƌĞ ŽĨ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ͛Ɛ ƌĞƚĂŝů ĂƌĞĂ͘ tŝƚŚ ƐƚŽƌĂŐĞ ƌŽŽŵ ĂŶĚ ůĂĚŝĞƐ ĂŶĚ ŵĞŶ͛Ɛ ƚŽŝůĞƚ ĨĂĐŝůŝƟĞƐ͕ ƚŚŝƐ ƉƌĞŵŝƐĞƐ ǁŽƵůĚ ƐƵŝƚ ƌĞƐƚĂƵƌĂŶƚͬ ĐĂĨĠ Žƌ ŵĂŶǇ ŽƚŚĞƌ ƵƐĞƐ͘ >ŽŶŐ ƚĞƌŵ ůĞĂƐĞ ĂǀĂŝůĂďůĞ͘

&Žƌ >ĞĂƐĞ Ͳ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ

&Žƌ >ĞĂƐĞ ʹ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ

dŚĞƐĞ ƚŚƌĞĞ ƉƌŝŵĞ ŽĸĐĞƐ ŽĨ ĂƉƉƌŽǆ͘ ϭϱƐƋŵ͕ ϭϳƐƋŵ ĂŶĚ ϯϬƐƋŵ ĂƌĞ ƐŝƚƵĂƚĞĚ Ăƚ ƚŚĞ ďĞĂĐŚ ĞŶĚ ŽĨ DĂŝŶ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ ĂŶĚ ǁŽƵůĚ ďĞ ŝĚĞĂů ĨŽƌ ŝŶĚŝǀŝĚƵĂů͕ ƉƌŽĨĞƐƐŝŽŶĂů ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐĞƐ͘ Ɛ ŶĞǁ ĮƚͲŽƵƚ͕ ŐƌĞĂƚ ůŽĐĂƟŽŶ ĂŶĚ Ăƚ ƚŚŝƐ ƉƌŝĐĞ ƚŚĞǇ ĂƌĞ ĞǆƚƌĞŵĞůǇ ŐŽŽĚ ǀĂůƵĞ͘ Ğ YƵŝĐŬ͘

>ĞĂƐĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ &ƌŽŵ ΨϳϴϬƉĐŵ н '^d н ^ĞƌǀŝĐĞ &ĞĞ ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ /ŶĚƵƐƚƌŝĂů ƌĞĂ

/ŶƐƉĞĐƚ͗ Ǉ ƉƉŽŝŶƚŵĞŶƚ ^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ ΨϮ͘ϭ ʹ ΨϮ͘ϯ ŵŝůůŝŽŶ ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ ZƵƐƐĞůů DƵƌƉŚǇ ϬϰϬϳ ϴϯϵ ϭϴϰ

>ĞĂƐĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ ΨϳϱϬW D н '^d н K' ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗dĂŶǇĂ ^ĐĂŐůŝĂƌŝŶŝ Ϭϰϯϴ Ϯϴϵ ϴϱϵ

/Ŷ ŽŶĞ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ ďĞƐƚ WŽŝŶƚ EĞƉĞĂŶ ZŽĂĚ ůŽĐĂƟŽŶƐ ĚŝƌĞĐƚůǇ ŽƉƉŽƐŝƚĞ ƌŽŵĂŶĂ ĨŽƌĞƐŚŽƌĞ ǁŝƚŚ ŶĞǀĞƌ ƚŽ ďĞ ďƵŝůƚ ŽƵƚ ďĂǇ ǀŝĞǁƐ ŝƐ ƚŚŝƐ ďƌŝůůŝĂŶƚůǇ ĚĞƐŝŐŶĞĚ ĂŶĚ ĐŽŶƐƚƌƵĐƚĞĚ ƉƌŽƉĞƌƚǇ ĐŽŶƐŝƐƟŶŐ ŽĨ Ă Ϯ ůĞǀĞů ƉĞŶƚŚŽƵƐĞ ĂƉĂƌƚŵĞŶƚ͘ dŽƉ ůĞǀĞů ďŽĂƐƚƐ ĞǆƉĂŶƐŝǀĞ ďĂǇ ǀŝĞǁƐ ĨƌŽŵ ƚŚĞ ŵĂƐƚĞƌ ďĞĚƌŽŽŵ ĐŽŵƉůĞƚĞ ǁŝƚŚ ĞŶƐƵŝƚĞ ĂŶĚ ůĂƌŐĞ ǁĂůŬ ŝŶ ƌŽďĞ͘DŝĚͲůĞǀĞů ĐŽŶƐŝƐƚƐ ŽĨ ƚǁŽ ĨƵƌƚŚĞƌ ďĞĚƌŽŽŵƐ͕ ƐƚƵĚǇ͕ ǌŽŶĞĚ ůŝǀŝŶŐ͕ ďĂƚŚƌŽŽŵ͕ ƉŽǁĚĞƌ ƌŽŽŵ͕ ƐƚĂƚĞ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ Ăƌƚ ŬŝƚĐŚĞŶ ǁŝƚŚ ƵƌŽƉĞĂŶ ĂƉƉůŝĂŶĐĞƐ ĂŶĚ ƉŽůŝƐŚĞĚ ĐŽŶĐƌĞƚĞ ĂŶĚ ƟŵďĞƌ ŇŽŽƌƐ͘

&Žƌ >ĞĂƐĞ ʹ DŽƵŶƚ DĂƌƚŚĂ

&Žƌ >ĞĂƐĞ ʹ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ

&Žƌ ^ĂůĞ ʹ ĂǆƚĞƌ

^ƵƉĞƌď &ƌĞĞŚŽůĚ ^ĂůĞ

ϯ ŽĸĐĞƐ ĂǀĂŝůĂďůĞ ĨŽƌ ůĞĂƐĞ ǁŝƚŚŝŶ ƚŚĞ DǇĞƌƐ ůĞĐƚƌŝĐĂů ƐŚŽǁƌŽŽŵͬ ĨĂĐƚŽƌǇ͘ /ŶĚŝǀŝĚƵĂů ƐƉůŝƚ Ăŝƌ ƐǇƐƚĞŵƐ͕ ďĂƚŚƌŽŽŵ ĂŶĚ ŬŝƚĐŚĞŶ ĂŵĞŶŝƟĞƐ ĂŶĚ ƚŚĞ ƵƐĞ ŽĨ Ă ůĂƌŐĞ ĞǆĞĐƵƟǀĞ ďŽĂƌĚƌŽŽŵ͘ ǀĂŝůĂďůĞ ŝŵŵĞĚŝĂƚĞůǇ

For Sale – Mornington

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ZĞŶƚ &ƌĞĞ WĞƌŝŽĚ ǀĂŝůĂďůĞ

ǆƉƌĞƐƐŝŽŶƐ KĨ /ŶƚĞƌĞƐƚ /ŶǀŝƚĞĚ

KĸĐĞƐ &Žƌ >ĞĂƐĞ

^ŚŽƉƐ &Žƌ >ĞĂƐĞ

ϯ ƌĐŚĞƌ ƌŝǀĞ

ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ dĂŶǇĂ ^ĐĂŐůŝĂƌŝŶŝ Ϭϰϯϴ Ϯϴϵ ϴϱϵ

>ĞĂƐĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ Ψϭ͕ϱϲϱ W Dн'^dнK' ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ dĂŶǇĂ ^ĐĂŐůŝĂƌŝŶŝ Ϭϰϯϴ Ϯϴϵ ϴϱϵ

>ĞĂƐĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ &ƌŽŵ ΨϭϭϳϬ ƉĐŵ н '^d н K' ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ dĂŶǇĂ ^ĐĂŐůŝĂƌŝŶŝ Ϭϰϯϴ Ϯϴϵ ϴϱϵ

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ ΨϵϱϬ͕ϬϬϬ ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ͘

&ƌĞĞŚŽůĚ ĂƌĞĂ ŵĞĂƐƵƌŝŶŐ ϭϰϵϯ ƐƋƵĂƌĞ ŵĞƚĞƌƐ ĂŶĚ ǌŽŶĞĚ ƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ Ϯ ůĂƌŐĞ ƐƉĂĐŝŽƵƐ ŽĸĐĞƐ ŽĨ ĂƉƉƌŽǆ ϮϬƐƋŵ ĞĂĐŚ ĨŽƌ ůĞĂƐĞ ŝŶ ϭ͘ tŝƚŚ ǀĂĐĂŶƚ ƉŽƐƐĞƐƐŝŽŶ ƚŚĞƌĞ ŝƐ ŚƵŐĞ ƉŽƚĞŶƟĂů ĨŽƌ ŐƌŽǁƚŚ ŚĞƌĞ͘ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ͘ ǀĂŝůĂďůĞ ϭƐƚ ƵŐƵƐƚ ϮϬϭϭ tĞůů ƐŝƚƵĂƚĞĚ ďĞƚǁĞĞŶ &ƌĂŶŬƐƚŽŶ ĂŶĚ ƚŚƌŝǀŝŶŐ tĞƐƚĞƌŶƉŽƌƚ ĂƌĞĂ͘

ŚŽŝĐĞ ŽĨ ĨŽƵƌ ƐŚŽƉƐ ĂǀĂŝůĂďůĞ ĨŽƌ ůĞĂƐĞ ĞŝƚŚĞƌ ĂƐ Ă ǁŚŽůĞ Žƌ ŝŶĚŝǀŝĚƵĂůůǇ͘ sĂƌŝŽƵƐ ƐŝǌĞƐ ƌĂŶŐŝŶŐ ĨƌŽŵ ϭϭϬƐƋŵ͕ ϳϬƐƋŵ͕ ϴϬƐƋŵ͕ ϴϬƐƋŵ͕ Ăůů ǁŝƚŚ ůŽƚƐ ŽĨ ƉĂƌŬŝŶŐ͘ tŽƵůĚ ƐƵŝƚ ŵĞĚŝĐĂůͬƉƌŽĨĞƐƐŝŽŶĂů ŽĸĐĞƐ͘

dŚŝƐ ůĂƌŐĞ ĨĂĐƚŽƌǇ ŽĨ ĂƉƉƌŽǆŝŵĂƚĞůǇ ϴϬϬ ƐƋŵ ŽĨ ůĞƩĂďůĞ ĂƌĞĂ ŝƐ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ŵĂƌŬĞƚ͘ dŚĞ ĨĂĐƚŽƌǇ ŝƐ ůĞĂƐĞĚ ŽŶ Ă ϯ ǆ ϯ ǆ ϯ Ǉƌ ůĞĂƐĞ Ăƚ Ψϲϲ͕ϬϬϬ ƉĂ н '^d н K' ĂŶĚ ƌĞƉƌĞƐĞŶƚƐ ŐƌĞĂƚ ďƵǇŝŶŐ͘

> MORNINGTON NEWS realestate 6 October 2011

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MORNINGTON PENINSULA PROPERTY SELLOUT Investors and DEVELOPERS OFFER: FUNDING FROM ͻ ϱϬй sĞŶĚŽƌ dĞƌŵƐ DO owner occupiers NOT MISS OUT ͻ ĂůĂŶĐĞ Ϯ ǇĞĂƌƐ DEVELOPER ͻ /ŵŵĞĚŝĂƚĞ ŽĐĐƵƉĂƟŽŶ EŽ ƐŝŵŝůĂƌ ƉƌŽĚƵĐƚƐ ĂƌĞ ŽŶ TOO GOOD TO MISS

ƚŚĞ ŵĂƌŬĞƚ ŝŶ ƚŚĞƐĞ ĂƌĞĂƐ͘

ͬŝŶǀĞƐƚŵĞŶƚ

MORNINGTON SELF STORAGE

SATU WAY

ŽŵŵĞƌĐŝĂů ŽĸĐĞƐ ŝŶ Mornington

From $299,000 (stca) or rent from discounted price of $1700pcm + gst

Storage garages in Mornington You can OWN from 34sqm @ $72,000 or RENT at discounted price from $59pw + gst

Mini-tradies factories in Mornington From $149,000 or rent at discounted price from $869pcm

www.aussiestoragegroup.com.au

MAKE US AN OFFER TO RENT OR BUY Page 10

> MORNINGTON NEWS realestate 6 October 2011

72 Main Street, Mornington VIC 3931

INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL

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Health and fitness can be yours

Lights, camera, coffee

THIS boutique fitness studio is in a central position at Bentons Square Shopping Centre. The business specialises in personal and group training, intensive boot camp training and other programs to suit clientele. The business enjoys a large client base and all qualified staff are willing to stay on and assist the new owners.

THE old Broadway Cinema in Rosebud is home to an established and fully equipped cafe with entry from Point Nepean Road. It has been tastefully restored to its original old charm. The business is ready to go with excellent lease terms and conditions. For any movie fans or those with a love of nostalgia, this great business has all the set-up completed.

Gym, MORNINGTON Price: $140,000 inc. equipment Agency: Kevin Wright Real Estate, 72 Main Street Mornington, 5977 2255 Agent: Tanya Scagliarini, 0438 289 859

Coffee shop, ROSEBUD Price: $69,500 W.I.W.O Agency: Kevin Wright Real Estate, 72 Main Street Mornington, 5977 2255 Agent: Tanya Scagliarini, 0438 289 859

Relocate home business to here

Mixed business milk bar

RELOCATE your home business to this prime factory site, one of four in a fast-growing commercial area of Somerville. This well-built tilt panel factory has excellent on-site parking and secure perimeter fencing. Measuring approx. 186 square metres with an office area of approx. 37 square metres, new owner-occupiers can move in straight away with vacant possession available. For investors, a rental return of $300 per week would be expected.

THIS prime mixed business shop is opposite Rosebud Secondary College and on a main arterial road. With regular passing trade and nearby residential clientele, the business currently trades five days a week from 6.30am to 4pm. The business is ready for new owners to take to the next level and with an extension of trading days and opening hours, there is potentially a massive increase in takings and profitability. The premises have a sit-down cafĂŠ area, two-bedroom dwelling at the rear, big backyard and off-street parking.

Address: 4/21 Simcock Street, SOMERVILLE Price: $299,000 Agency: BayWest Real Estate Somerville 1/ 1085 Frankston-Flinders Road, 5977 9660 Agent: Gary Barnes, 0412 347 233

376 Eastbourne Road, ROSEBUD Price: $89,000 plus GST. W.I.W.O Agency: T. Hobson Real Estate, 1245 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud, 5986 8811 Agent: Alex Menassa, 0419 328 775

To advertise in the next edition of the Mornington News commercial real estate section, contact Jason Richardson on 0421 190 318 or email jason@mpnews.com.au > MORNINGTON NEWS realestate 6 October 2011

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INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL

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Cafe in busy plaza

Complete care

THIS well-positioned café is in a busy shopping plaza with its own front entrance. With seating for 25 diners inside and 15 outside, this is an easy to run business, selling breakfasts, drinks, focaccias, fish and chips, cakes and other items. It is ideally suited to a husband-and-wife team or partnership. The equipment is in very good condition and includes a coolroom.

THIS health and beauty spa trades from Tuesday to Saturday, 9am to 5.30pm with six working rooms, reception area, sound systems in every room and full airconditioning. Services offered are massage, facials, mud wraps, pedicures, make-up, oxyfusion facials, waxing, salt scrubs, spray tans, aroma spa, manicures and microdermabrasion. Massages are done by a sub-contractor and the owner-operator hires two extra staff in summer.

Cafe, LANGWARRIN Price: $91,500 + stock of approx $3000 Agency: Latessa Business Sales 50 Playne St, Frankston, 9781 1588

Beauty and health spa, BALNARRING Price: $80,000 + stock of approx $10,000 Agency: Latessa Business Sales 50 Playne St, Frankston, 9781 1588

Business Sales Specialists www.latessabusiness.com.au

50 Playne Street Frankston

Tel: (03) 9781 1588 HAIR SALON

SPORTS CLOTHING

Good lease, very reasonable Women’s apparel for yoga, rent. Small appealing salon gym, pilates etc. Well known with 3 stations, 2 basins. to locals, easy to run with Reception and kitchen/ 1 or 2 staff. Many repeat storage area. customers. NOW NOW $35,000 + sav $34,000 + sav

FRUIT & VEG RETAIL

HAIR SALON

CAFÉ

DRAFTING ARCHITECTURAL

9ery busy foot traf¿c area. Extensive coolroom, good vehicle. Renovated 18 months ago. KEEN VENDOR

Large spacious salon on busy road. Has 5 beauty rooms, 8 stations, 2 basins. Nothing to be done, very attractive.Good equipment.

Niche market in town for whole/organic foods inc fruit & veg. 5 ½ days. Seating for 18 in/out. Well known to locals and passing trade.

Home based design service. Caters for home and light commercial – builders, engineers & consultants. 5 days. N

$65,000 + sav

$68,000 + sav

$69,950 + sav

$70,000

CHARCOAL CHICKEN

CLEANING

MILK BAR

FISH & CHIPS

ACCOUNTING FRANCHISES

Well presented shop with plenty of parking. Sub-let upstairs 1 bm accomm. 7 days 8am until 8pm. Good lease arrangements. $72,000 + sav

Trades Tues to Sun from 11.30am. Two twin self cleaning deep fryers. Located in large residential area. NOW $75,000 + sav

Two models, one home-based or one of¿ce-based. All details available on application. $75,000

NOW $79,000 + sav

$79,500 + sav

RUBBISH REMOVAL

BEAUTY, HAIR & NAILS

TAKEAWAY

BEAUTY SALON & SPA

COIN LAUNDRETTE

TAKEAWAY

600 clients. Works Tue to Thurs. Taking $70,361 pa WB Pro¿t app $45,000. Great part-time business. Huge potential. N

Prime residential area/ food precinct close to main road with good signage. Lots of near new equipment. Has 3 bm home. $99,000 + sav

Multi award winning, 95% rebooking rate. Fully equipped, has website. Fully air-conditioned, computer system. 6 treatment rooms. Must see! $125,000 WIWO

8 washers, 10 dryers, 2 HWS. Open 24 hrs, 7 days but has auto open/close doors. Male & female toilets, of¿ce . Fully renovated premises. Est 20 yrs. $128,500

Healthy options in busy Bayside S/C foodcourt. Strong T/O ¿gures, modern and attractive.Franchise. Good cash Àow business.

$90,000

Very attractive presentation with 8 beauty rooms. Sub-lets to manicurist and masseur. No competition, about 2000 clients. Yellow Pages ads. Stock included. $98,000

HAIR SALON

GENERAL STORE

LICENSED CAFÉ

HEALTH FOOD STORE

SECURITY SYSTEMS

DISTRIBUTION

Well established in modern S/C. 4uali¿ed staff. Fully managed. Full assistance offered. Con¿dentiality applies.

Large shop, long standing business.Double storey 3 bm residence. High density residential area. Trial on $6,500pw.

Well equipped, quality P&E. Operates with 2 liquor licences. Two kitchens. Seats 55. Con¿dentiality applies.

$140,000 + sav

$150,000 + sav

Installation & servicing of all manner of security systems, plus ongoing client maintenance and upgrades. Industry experience an advantage. $160,000

Supply of quality hardware products. Australian & imported goods. Fully managed by staff. Two vehicles included. Of¿ce can be unmanned. N

$135,000 + sav

Only 3 owners in 25 years, prime area, no opposition. Huge potential to introduce more lines, ideal H/W team. Excellent takings. Comprehensive website inc. $159,900 + sav

PLUMBING, PUMPS & IRRIGATION

MANUFACTURE & INSTALLATION

VENDING MACHINES

ASIAN FOOD

FRANCHISE RESTAURANT

FIREPLACES

Work less than 2 days a week, machines placed in 35 business locations. Fully custom ¿tted Mercedes van included in price. Machine in situ value $200,000. $299,000 + sav

Wonderful shop in food court of large S/C, great kitchen. Huge takings! Re¿t done only 2 years ago. Owner willing to NE run business for 2 years if wanted. W $290,000 + sav

INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL TAKEAWAY

GROCERY

STREET SWEEPING

BOARDING KENNEL & CATTERY

FREEHOLD & LEASEHOLDLEASEHOLD

Large shop on corner position of main road. Huge pro¿ts! Short hours! 5 ½ days.

Est 40+ yrs, current vendor 11 yrs. Well known Asian business, complete range of products including fresh to imported & dried. 2001, 2-tonne truck included $810,000 + sav

Operating, hiring, servicing, parts & repairs in well equipped factory/workshop. All P & E inc. Showing good pro¿ts. Well known to industry. $1.2 Million + sav

Business & freehold, 4.5 acre property with 5 bdm residence, pool & entertainment area. Con¿dentiality applies.

Country club licensed restaurant & function centre. Large premises seats 450, 4 rooms, function areas, middle of golf course. Inc 3 bm manager’s residence. $3.5 Million + sav

Sales & service, well S/steel & glazed balustrades equipped showroom & for res and comm clients, workshop. Est 10 yrs, vendor pool fencing, self closing owns freehold & offers new gates, high quality lease with neg terms. architectural features. 70% Good pro¿ts. Melbourne 30% Peninsula. $225,000 + sav $220,000 + sav

GYM EQUIPMENT Installation, service, sales of new and used equipment to 80 gyms. 4 vehicles included, has huge potential for hospital equipment. 5 days. $490,000 inc stock

$499,500 + sav

HAIRDRESSING

Large coolroom. Seats 20 in & 10 Residential & commercial Cuts only, male & female. out. New cappuccino machine. customers mainly on M’ton 4 stations, 1 basin. Small 7 days from 11am. Cheap Peninsula. Major contracts in attractive shop, trades 6 days. business priced for quick sale place. Past Business Award Good cash Àow, easy to run. – vendor has bought elsewhere. winner. Stock included. N

$84,000

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Travel pays off for tourism By Keith Platt HISTORY books have shown there has always been a link between trade and travel. Archaeologists dig up artefacts that were clearly made somewhere else, proving some form of handover, usually trading one item for another. Arthur Ross has been on 25 overseas trade missions in the past six years, but bringing home the goods for him is seeing increasing numbers of international visitors on the Mornington Peninsula. He is a dealer in destinations. Ross runs Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens at Shoreham, one of seven tourism operators being marketed under the Explore Melbourne’s Mornington Peninsula banner. The Explore group is a cooperative, or bundle, of attractions that pays for Ross’s trade missions to persuade Asian-based travel agents to include the peninsula on their clients’ travel itineraries. “We’ve spent six years trying to get on agents’ itineraries. When we started, 100 per cent of them didn’t know the peninsula existed,” Ross says. “From their point of view the peninsula is a second or third tier destination. “The Asian market is all about relationship building; it’s very different to Europe. “On my latest mission in July I’d met about half of the agents before and about 90 per cent of those are trying to get the peninsula on their itineraries. “We sell the peninsula as a mixed destination with attractions in close proximity to one another.” While the mix of peninsula operators in the Explore group has changed since it began, it now includes a range of attractions that can be visited in one day or include an overnight stay. The Explore seven are Ashcombe Maze, Moonlit Sanctuary in Pearcedale, Cape Schanck Lighthouse, Peninsula Hot Springs near Rye, Box Stallion Winery in Merricks North, Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm in Main Ridge and Rye Bistro & Café. Ross calls the group Mark III, reflecting the change in membership. An earlier member dropped out during one of his missions, creating problems with travel agents he had already approached and spurring him to extend his own business by planting fields of lavender, a flower sought out by many Asians, and one that does not grow in humid climates. He is yet to recover the loss of tour groups from Taiwan, which, since that particular trade mission, head for the Yarra Valley.

The impetus behind the Explore group was to provide day trips for international visitors to Melbourne, hitching a ride with the marketing pitch already being made by national and state tourism associations. These government-funded tourism authorities, in Victoria and outside of Melbourne, promote the Great Ocean Rd, Phillip Island and Sovereign Hill. The Explore group exploits this by stressing the nearness of the peninsula to the city and how it can be easily be added to day or overnight trips by using the Sorrento to Queenscliff ferry or making a relatively small diversion when driving to Phillip Island. “The locals probably know we’re here but international tourists haven’t a clue,” Ross says. “And people won’t come out of Melbourne to visit just one attraction.” The marketing approach evolved by the Explore group has been picked up by Tourism Australia as an example of how businesses in regional areas can be bundled and sold as a destination of choice. Ross: “The peninsula hasn’t got a Sovereign Hill like Ballarat or a Puffing Billy in the Dandenongs. We had the chairlift, which was part of Mark I, but since it stopped running that’s $60,000 to $70,000 a year not now being spent on advertising.” The group was started by Ross and chairlift owner Richard Hudson. The Explore group is in close touch with Tourism Victoria and Mornington Peninsula Tourism. When overseas Ross is usually part of a group including representatives of government tourism authorities. His “mission” to China in June included visiting tourism agents in Shanghai and Chongqing, an inland city of 8.5 million people. “Chinese visitors are time poor, they do all the iconic things – the Great Ocean Rd, Phillip Island or Sovereign Hill – on organised tours,” he says. “The Malaysian and Singapore market is our strongest, with a big percentage being self-drivers. They are a mature market – 84 per cent are repeat visitors – and probably first came to Melbourne on a tour. “I believe the Chinese market, 15 to 20 per cent, is big on visiting friends and relatives, often to see their kids who are out here studying. “The kids then like to take them off the beaten track. “Mornington Peninsula has always been Melbourne’s playground, but slower to develop [as an overseas destination] than other Victorian markets.

Stiltman: Maze owner Arthur Ross reaches new heights to keep his hedges trim at Shoreham.

“I believe the Chinese will become very big in the self-drive market.” Ross said the Explore group is trying to “avoid being seasonal. Peninsula Hot Springs and Moonlit Sanctuary – year-round products – have added depth to the group.” The group has no formal agreement

to limit its membership to offering different activities and there has been talk of “adding members to lighten costs, although that could spread potential benefits too lightly”. Promotional material is printed in seven languages – two Chinese, Japanese, Korean, German and English. A

DVD has been created for agents and the media. Tour groups responding to the marketing usually number 20 or 30 while a few come from cruise ships. Overseas agents book flights, accommodation and some tours. A $55 attractions pass sold by the group would cost $100 or more if the attractions were paid for separately. Ross says the pass was originally launched with the domestic market in mind, but has been well received by overseas tourists. He emphasises the need for businesses wanting to attract overseas visitors to be “internationally ready”, especially with future rates. “We’re already quoting rates for 2012-13 and they’re [agents] always asking you to hold prices down. Once in you’ve got to commit to the long haul.” Ashcombe Maze has been operating for 12 years and receives about 50,000 visitors a year, 20 per cent from overseas. The numbers coming through the gate have changed little in the past decade, although an increase in products – meals, jams, honey, teas, essential oils and beauty products – has increased the yield per person. “The long-term view is to take the focus off the maze by adding more gardens,” Ross says. “Gardening is the biggest recreational activity in the world and people come here to look for ideas. “The maze is popular with businesses for team-building activities.” The biggest proportion of overseas visitors to the maze come from Singapore, followed by Malaysia, China, Europe, New Zealand and the United States. “China has the most growth potential and people from Singapore are the biggest spenders. “The high dollar could be challenging this year.” Trying to get business from dutyfree shopping tours is not that easy as the shops subsidise the shoppers’ trips and do not want to see their customers spending time elsewhere. The tour guides can also be paid to recommend where they should spend their money. Courtesy BusinessTimes www.businesstimes.net.au

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National park wildflowers a blooming delight WILDFLOWERS are blooming in French Island National Park. “There’s nothing better than visiting the park at this time of the year. There’s a stunning display of wildflowers and more than 60 freshwater wetlands supporting many water birds,” Parks Victoria ranger Mick Douglas said. “The increased rainfall over the past 12 months has revitalised the bush and the wildflowers are better than they’ve been in years. “The best place to go to see the wildflowers is a bushwalk or bike ride along Clump or Link roads.” The national park has more than 100 species of native orchids and plants. The island can be reached by ferry from Stony Point. Tours can be arranged and bookings for an overnight stay at the Fairhaven campsite are available by contacting the French Island National Park office on 13 1963 or at www.parks.vic.gov.au.

Call for ideas on Police Point Park

THE public is being invited to make suggestions for the future use of the 17-hectare Police Point Shire Park in Portsea. Mornington Peninsula Shire was given control of the park in 2004, five years before the state government gained full control of the neighbouring Point Nepean National Park. The shire’s park is sandwiched between the southern boundary of Portsea and the national park. A management plan for the park was adopted by the shire in 2009 and now it wants community input for a draft recreation and conservation action plan to guide the future use and development of the area. Suggestions for the park’s future can be made online or given personally at the end of the month to shire officers and consultants who will be at a stall in Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento. The plaque commemorating the handover of the park says it is for “use as public open space”. The shire says its wants “a creative natural-style play space playground … but we are interested in ideas for this, including ideas about picnic facilities, toilets, an interpretation centre and community use of existing buildings”. Previously owned and managed by

Private meets public: A private house on the boundary of Portsea overlooks the Police Point Shire Park, which contains several houses now managed by Mornington Peninsula Shire.

the federal government, Police Point Shire Park was from the mid-1850s the site of the police barracks and the gatekeeper’s quarters of the Point Nepean Quarantine Station. In the early 20th century the barracks were relocated and four additional quarantine station staff houses were built. The site was used by the Department of Defence until 1998 and two older

buildings on the site are unused while the four staff houses are used for occasional respite accommodation. Public opposition eventually led the the department to drop plans to subdivide and sell off prime parts of the national park, although it remained disputed territory until the handover to the state after the 2007 election of a Labor federal government. The park was added to the National

Heritage List in 2006 and is also included in heritage listings at a state and local level. Ideas and suggestions on facilities for the park and possible new uses for the existing buildings can be made on feedback forms at www.mornpen.vic. gov.au under Facilities and Leisure, Parks and Reserves, or by contacting shire heritage planner Simon Lloyd at simon.lloyd@mornpen.vic.gov.au.

Wetland fill knock back By Mike Hast THE state planning tribunal has stopped the filling of a section of Tootgarook Wetlands. The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal rejected an application by Community Village Australia, owners of the Village Glen retirement complex, to dump earth from a building site in Rosebud West. The earth would have built up a 2.7-hectare section of the wetlands near St Elmos Close, at the rear of the Village Glen complex, for 36 new units, stage six of the complex that was started in 1980 by Mt Eliza millionaire Charles Jacobsen. About 27,000 cubic metres of earth would come from nearby Balaka St where Mr Jacobsen is building a nursing home to replace the smaller Ti Tree Gardens nursing home. The VCAT decision is a David v Goliath win for St Elmos Close nearneighbours Cameron Brown and Jessica Durrant, who objected to the development and took the matter to the tribunal. The couple had to become overnight

Sanctuary: Ibis in the Tootgarook Wetlands, a section of which a developer wants to fill with earth for Village Glen retirement housing units.

naturalists, hydrologists, historical researchers, investigators, advocates and interrogators. They were up against Simon Molesworth QC and a troupe of eminent expert witnesses during a three-day hearing.

However, the application was rejected by the tribunal on a technicality and Community Village Australia will resubmit a new application. A spokesman from Southern Peninsula Flora and Fauna Association, which among other environment

groups was advising Mr Brown and Ms Durrant, said there was insufficient protection for the wetlands. “This application should never have got past first base,” the spokesman said. “There is a lack of official recognition in the shire planning scheme of the swamp’s importance. “The fact that the land is a legacy Residential 1 zoning is ridiculous.” The site, part of the Gippsland Bioregion and containing threatened plains grasslands, was not safe and other current swamp infill development was unaffected by the VCAT decision, the spokesman said. SPIFFA has consistently warned about the lack of protection of the Tootgarook Wetlands. “It is a wetland of international significance and a potential jewel in the shire’s environmental crown at the southern end of the peninsula.” The shire had failed to review poor zoning decisions, some of which were made by the former Shire of Flinders, and to convene a catchment consultation group.

“The shire seems to see its role as a development facilitator, choosing to ignore up-to-date ecological information that might work against ‘business as usual’ in the swamp.” It’s been treated as a flood and drainage problem only. “Even if it is mostly private land, the shire can protect it from further degradation. “If current landowners don’t like it, they can sell the land to owners who appreciate what it is. “This tiny, emblematic island in an amazing swamp needs immediate rezoning and compulsorily acquisition by the shire and incorporation into the surrounding Sanctuary Park Wetland Reserve.” The federal government’s investigation into the Village Glen expansion plan at St Elmos Close is continuing. The Department of Environment probe will determine if the matter triggers the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. The planning application for the 36 units at 9 St Elmos Close has not yet been considered by the council.

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Peace grows at Heronswood By Mike Hast HERONSWOOD in Dromana has its long-sought after 70-seat restaurant and long-suffering neighbours a bit more serenity, parking restrictions and a safer road. Mornington Peninsula Shire councillors on Monday last week approved a planning amendment that gives Heronswood owners Penny and Peter Blazey a permit to upgrade the historic property’s 20-seat cafe to a 70-seat restaurant. Conditions placed on the property owners include formalising and sealing the car park beside Latrobe Pde; running a shuttle bus from Point Nepean Rd to the property on busy weekends; hiring traffic marshalls during summer; building sound walls for two neighbouring properties; and submitting all future changes to a consultative committee, which will have an independent chairman. The shire will ask VicRoads to lower the speed limit by 10km/h on Latrobe Pde near Heronswood to 50km/h. The decision brought to an end a sometimes acrimonious battle between Heronswood and its supporters, and neighbours and other objectors who were concerned about the growth of commerce at the property, which was established as a private residence in 1864 and is the second-oldest historic place on the peninsula after Barragunda in Cape Schanck. Heronswood neighbour Katherine Porter remembers the warning someone gave her almost two years ago when she and other locals were objecting to the business expansion plans. “Heronswood is like Bambi in the Disney movie; you’ll get all sorts of criticism if you oppose Heronswood. Clive and Penny have almost attained god status for their horticultural endeavours.” The comment stuck in her mind, but it didn’t stop her and other active objectors from trying to get some relief for neighbours of the heritage-listed property with its Picturesque Gothic house, built in 1874, its stunning garden and commercial enterprises that attract a steady stream of visitors – and their cars. In late 2009, the shire approved plans for the 70-seat restaurant, allowing the conversion of the 20-seat “tearooms” into a full-blown eatery in suburban Dromana. Neighbours and others objected and the matter had to go through a long process. Heronswood has been a popular destination for garden tourists for 22 years and is the home of a retail plant

Cars rule no more: New conditions at Heronswood could mean the end of cars parked close to Latrobe Pde in Dromana, obstructing sightlines of drivers exiting the car park and stopping some residents trying to leave their properties, which can only be reached by driving through the Heronswood car park. On busy days a shuttle bus will operate from the information centre on Point Nepean Rd at the bottom of the hill.

nursery and Digger’s Club, Australia’s largest garden club, an organisation the Blazeys use to preserve “the best traditions” of gardening. The Blazeys teach gardening at horticultural colleges, run workshops at Heronswood and publish books. Clive Blazey is a member of the family that made its fortune with Hortico and Penny Blazey is a member of the “old money” Sorrento family the Hiscocks. They bought Heronswood in 1983 and it became the base of Digger’s Club. The Blazeys planted five gardens and green thumbs flocked to the property, leading them to start a cafe in 1994. Ms Porter and the other objectors were concerned about the growth of commerce, the increased number of

cars and attendant road safety problems. Heronswood is open seven days a week and its car park is often full. Objectors claimed an expanded restaurant and more “vegie” seminars would put even more pressure on parking and possibly lead to more accidents on the curving, steep Latrobe Pde, which has about five minor crashes a year. Last week councillors were told by shire planners that a number of special events are held on the site each year and “attract a considerable number of visitors”. “The primary parking area for the site is located on the road reserve in the form of a service road and parking spaces, which have been partially constructed by the owners of Heronswood. “The service road also provides ac-

cess for residential properties to the north of the Heronswood site.” Getting councillors to agree to the shuttle bus was a big win. Ms Porter told The News the property’s “spring harvest” weekends would see a return to the good old days if the shuttle bus system worked. “There are more controls on the site,” she said. “The plant retail area must stay at 100 square metres and can only sell seeds and plants rather than gardening equipment. “They have to do parking surveys in summer and on one of their special event days. All conditions are up for future review.” Ms Porter said she was pleased Latrobe Pde would be safer. Cars will no longer be permitted to park close to the road edge, which made it difficult

for people exiting the car park, including neighbours on the north side who have to use the former service road. A government panel considered submissions for and against Heronswood’s expansion plans and handed its decisions to the council in August. All conditions will be enshrined in an “omnibus” permit. Mayor Graham Pittock’s idea of forming a consultative group to monitor Heronswood’s expansion while the application went through the state planning labyrinth has been retained. The committee comprises Penny Blazey and Talei Kenyon of Heronswood, four residents, Allan Cowley and Russell Smith of the shire, and Cr Pittock.

Ferry big day at Docklands

Ferry unusual: The refurbished MV Queenscliff was the biggest craft to dock at Waterfront City in Melbourne’s Docklands. Picture: Andrew Mackinnon of aquamanships.com

MORE than 20,000 Melburnians have inspected the refurbished Sorrento-to-Queenscliff ferry MV Queenscliff at Docklands. The ferry was used as a focus point to relaunch the company formerly known as Peninsula Searoad Transport, which has operated a car ferry across southern Port Phillip between the bayside towns since 1987. Searoad Ferries is led by new boss Matt McDonald, who replaced long-time general manager Jack McKeddie last March. The ferry was officially launched by Minister for Tourism and Major Events Louise Asher. Ms Asher said the ferry service connecting the Mornington and Bellarine peninsulas “was an important [piece of] tourism infrastructure”. “It links Mornington Peninsula and the Great Ocean Road, showcasing the bay.” Matt McDonald said the refurbished ferry was unlike any other in Australia. There was a new lounge with “super comfortable chairs and 360-degree views”.

“It provides a haven for relaxing and reading complimentary newspapers, while the kids can enjoy the playground. “Chef Ken Wall offers a menu with produce sourced from neighbouring regions in the new café, and coffee from a qualified barista is a mandatory addition.” Mr McDonald said the Sorrento–Queenscliff route was “Australia’s busiest car and passenger route, with more than 700,000 passengers a year”. “The route generates about $130 million in revenue for the local economy and is a primary cog in the whole region’s tourism experience.” After a couple of big days in the big smoke, where she was the largest vessel to visit Waterfront City at Docklands, MV Queenscliff made her way back to the southern part of Port Phillip to earn her keep. Searoad Ferries operates in all weather, seven days a week, every hour from 7am to 6pm from Sorrento and Queenscliff. An extra service at 7pm runs from 26 December to 9 April 2012. For fares and coming events on board the ferries, visit www.searoad.com.au. Mornington News 6 October 2011

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homemaker Made In Japan at Centro Mornington THERE has been a fantastic response to the opening of the Made In Japan outlet at Centro shopping centre on Barkly St, Mornington, in September. Customers are struck by the vast selection of authentic merchandise on display, and are continually commenting on how refreshing it is to have a homewares store in Mornington with a true “point of difference”. The Centro store has been set up as a simpler, more stylised version of the warehouse outlet on Watt Rd. A ceramic shipment loaded with restaurantquality tableware that arrived mid-September has refreshed the stock available and showcases the incredible craftsmanship and inherent quality of Japanese ceramic design. Some of the ceramic ranges stocked are exclusive to Made In Japan worldwide due to the long and loyal partnership the business has had with traditional, family-run kilns in Japan over 20 plus years of trade, ensuring your purchase will never be ordinary. Added to the revamped ceramic ranges are furniture and antiques, endless gift ideas including kimono, fabrics, incense, ikebana accessories, wind chimes, vintage dolls, artwork and brica-brac, as well as traditional lacquer ware and home furnishings for which Made In Japan is renowned. So, while you’re spring cleaning and clearing out cupboards, why not think about sprucing up your home with homewares direct from the country that celebrates spring like no other?

A brand new store for kitchenware in Mornington DECOR Homewares has an extensive range of kitchenware to suit all aspects of your home from a wide variety of bakeware, cookware and serving ware to essential white dinnerware. The outlet has the biggest range of Maxwell & Williams on the Mornington Peninsula from basic white dinner sets and accessories to the lovely fine bone china Cashmere range. Come in and the new Maxwell Williams release of Casa Domani, which can be mixed and matched to suit your taste. The bakeware selection is of the best quality including brands such as Raco and Anolon.

Decor offer a range of cookware in both stainless steel and non-stick including Raco Contemporary, Anolon and Circulon. In addition, the outlet offers complimentary gift wrapping for special occasions and loved ones. So come and visit the bright new store. Join the loyalty program with massive benefits for members. Decor Homewares look forward to seeing you soon. Denor Homewares is at Shop 3, 26 McLaren Place, Mornington, phone 5976 8868.

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Curves waives fee for breast cancer month How to cope with hayfever and sinus congestion By Karen Jackson, ND, naturopath and classical homoeopathic MANY people suffer in silence from allergies. Common symptoms include sneezing, sinus congestion, itchy eyes, persistent cough, wheezing, asthma, headaches and skin disorders such as eczema. A naturopath will not only assist you with symptom relief for your allergies but also address the underlying causes such as immune imbalances or nutrition deficiencies to provide long-term relief. Common causes of allergies include reacting to certain foods, food additives and pesticides, grasses and pollens, dust mites, and chemicals in personal products and cleaning items. The following may help the management of symptoms: Perilla – helps reduce allergic symptoms, especially in the upper respiratory tract. Atrachyldes – beneficial for hayfever, nasal congestion asthma and dermatitis. Albizia – helpful for hayfever, asthma, sinus congestion and allergic skin disorders. Quercetion – a bioflavonoid vitamin used for

acute or chronic conditions of hayfever or hives. Probiotics – there are many different strains; the most useful for allergies is Lactobacillus rhamnosus. Zinc – plays a vital role in regulating the immune system and can be a common deficiency. Vitamin C – boosts the immune system and improves lung function and decreases allergy symptoms. Essential oils – anti-microbial oils, eucalyptus, peppermint, lavender and thyme used in a sinus spray can provide relief from nasal congestion. To help balance the immune system and relieve allergies, the following may be helpful: Avoid foods that are known allergens. Increase fruit and vegetables intake, particularly those with bright colours, berries and capsicum, as they contain high levels of antioxidants and nutrients. Avoid processed and refined foods that may contain preservatives and additives. Drink at least 1-2 litres of filtered water per day to keep the body hydrated. Consider a natural supplement for allergy relief.

Unleashing the shackles of diabetes WITH about 275 people diagnosed with diabetes every day – more than melanoma, leukaemia, breast, lung, colon and prostate cancers combined – nearly 4000 Australians will suffer a diabetes-related foot or lower limb injury this year alone. “Type 2 diabetes is preventable,” says Andrew Cook, the director at Peninsula Foot Clinic, “but for those who have to manage with this illness daily, getting the right information is vital to a long, healthy and fulfilling life.” A condition where the levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood is too high because the body is unable to process it properly, type 2 diabetes is commonly associated with poor lifestyle choices: poor diet, smoking and inactivity. Once diagnosed, sufferers must take daily medication for the rest of their lives to manage

CURVES Mornington has pledged its support to the Cancer Council to raise funds for vital research and support programs. Curves will help raise money for the not-forprofit organisation through a series of events and initiatives during October. Clubs at Curves will promote the benefits of prevention and early detection activities such as regular exercise, being breast aware and having a mammogram every two years for women aged 50-69. The women’s-only fitness centre, on Level 1, 8 Spray Street (off Main Street via Elizabeth Street), will waive its service fee for new members during October in return for a donation to Cancer Council Australia or another breast cancer organisation. Money raised will go to breast cancer research, education and support services. For example, funds provide information booklets for breast cancer patients, along with training and resources for breast cancer support groups, and contribute to clinical trials that test new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer. Curves Mornington owner Judy Mawson said fundraising for breast cancer charities is something that unites the Curves community globally. “We’re delighted to be able to support the Cancer Council. Its goals of supporting and strengthening women match Curves’ core values extremely well,” she said. Curves Australia has been fundraising in Australia for breast cancer charities for the past five years and has collected more than $1 million. “With one in nine women at risk of developing

breast cancer by the age of 85, Curves and its members cannot afford to ignore such a pertinent health matter,” Ms Mawson said. “We are committed to not only support research through funding, but also to increase awareness by encouraging our new and existing members to be breast aware and to lower their risk through exercise.” About Curves CURVES is designed for women and features a complete 30-minute cardio and strength-training program proven to be clinically effective and having a positive effect on body composition, metabolism, and resting heart rate. Curves appeals to women of all ages who want a fitness routine that differs from typical gyms, struggle with their weight and fitness, find attending traditional gyms intimidating or, due to cultural beliefs, find exercising in a mixed environment impossible. Founders Gary and Diane Heavin are considered the innovators of the express fitness phenomenon that has made exercise available to millions of women globally, many of whom are in the gym for the first time. With thousands of locations worldwide, Curves is the world’s largest fitness franchise. Many clubs now also offer new Curves Circuit with Zumba Fitness, the only 30-minute class that mixes the moves of Zumba with the proven strength training of Curves for an effective workout. For more information, visit: www.curves.com. au.

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Tackling excessive sweating or blushing EXCESSIVE sweating and blushing are socially embarrassing conditions that can reduce quality of life. Until recently no cure was available, but surgeons have discovered a surgical procedure that can cure these conditions in the majority of people with minimal pain and quick recovery. The surgery, endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS), is providing people with new hope and a new life. Facial blushing (idiopathic cranio-facial erythema) FACIAL blushing is a common condition affecting many people. It is due to the overactivity of involuntary nerves that control the diameter of the blood vessels. When the nerves are overstimulated, the vessels open and colour the skin red. Excessive blushing can occur in many circumstances, including stress or embarrassment, but in many people it occurs in response to trivial event. The condition is often accompanied by other symptoms including palpitations, feelings of excessive heat and anxiety. Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) of the face, scalp and hands Normal people sweat as a way of maintaining skin hydration and controlling body temperature. We have about five million sweat glands, many concentrated in the skin of the face, scalp and hands. Although it is not entirely understood why, some people sweat excessively due to overactive functioning of the involuntary (sympathetic) nervous system. The common places people sweat excessively are on their hands, face, scalp and armpits. ETS

is highly effective at controlling excessive sweating of these areas. Excessive sweating of armpits (axillary hyperhidrosis) THERE is a new surgical procedure for axillary hyperhidrosis. Our surgeons completed a study tour to Taiwan where axillary hyperhidrosis is common. Previously, the treatment for this condition by sympathectomy was to cut the sympathetic chain from the level of the second rib to the level of the fourth or fifth rib. Although effective, the operation often produced an unacceptable level of compensatory sweating elsewhere on the body and was used as a last resort for the most serious cases. The new technique involves selectively isolating only a small part of the sympathetic nervous system between the fourth and fifth ribs. This is done by clamping the nerve with small titanium clips, which stay in place permanently. (The clips are routinely inserted in the body in numerous different operations and have no known side-effects.) This technique has a high success rate in eliminating or greatly reducing axillary hyperhidrosis with a low incidence of severe compensatory sweating. In addition, there is some evidence that in those very few people where compensatory sweating is considered worse than the original condition, removing the clips may reverse the operation. It must be emphasised the possibility of reversal is theoretical and is not guaranteed. For more information, contact Lap Surgery on 9760 2777 or visit the website at www.lap surgeryaustralia.com

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Putting some spring into your step SPRING means warmer weather, which often brings more social occasions and activities like barbecues, picnics, gatherings, gardening and, of course, our famous Spring Racing Carnival. All those outings and activities means time on your feet, which can also mean sore feet and aching legs. Feet are the most neglected and ignored part of our bodies, even when they hurt, but you want to make sure your feet are up to all that activity. Paul Dowie, one of Australia’s most experienced sports podiatrists, and founder of Foot and Leg Pain Clinics, has some helpful hints: • Thongs, slip-ons and high heels can all have an adverse affect on your feet and legs so wear properly fitted, supportive shoes with lower heels whenever possible. • Sore feet are often a symptom of more serious underlying issues, so always have them checked by an experienced sports podiatrist. Pain problems can become debilitating and have a huge affect on your life, be it work, sport or play. • Don’t buy shoes requiring a “break-in period”. Shoes should be comfortable im-

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Absence makes the heart grow Fonda By Stuart McCullough ONCE they were ubiquitous as kettles and televisions. Every house on every block had a collection of workout videotapes featuring either Jane Fonda or Richard Simmons. Together, they taught us to lunge, flex and stretch as we had never done before. But if forced to choose between the two, there’s really no contest. As Hollywood royalty, Jane could easily turn a dollar doing just about anything. Indeed, anyone who has seen Monster-in-Law will agree. Richard Simmons, on the other hand, bore an eerie resemblance to Leo Sayer and often wore an expression that suggested he’d just strapped on a pair of ice-cube trousers. If it came to a contest, there’s no doubt I’d choose Jane over Richard. Exercise videos were very much a product of the 1980s. Such was the popularity of the Jane Fonda workout video in 1982 that it inspired many people to purchase their first video cassette recorder. Clearly, there was something about being able to exercise in your own home that touched a nerve, such that nearly every household had one of Jane’s tape loitering somewhere in the vicinity of the VCR. But it was one thing to buy a copy of Jane Fonda Workout; it was another thing entirely to use it. In one regard, exercise videos were much like nuclear warheads in that having them was far more important than actually using them. What Jane was probably seeking to

deter was any form of exercise other than her own. We had several of her videos, their primary job being to provide support for a set of shelves. Amazingly, Jane did not invent aerobics, although many would argue she perfected it. Rather, it was Dr Kenneth Cooper of the US Air Force. He had long been puzzled at how people with good muscular strength could still be near to useless at running. He developed a theory regarding the

use of oxygen correlating to the level of personal fitness. Part of me would like to think this information was then used to develop an elite combat unit entitled “special forces, aerobic division” in which armed troops dressed in leotards and sweatbands would take down their enemies by challenging them to a vigorous straddle down step class. That would certainly be a video worth watching. I was never in the air force, but I did

once watch an exercise video. It was like a portal to another universe; one where leotards, happiness and terrible Doogie Howser-esque keyboard music roamed the earth. More than anything there was Jane. She seemed so enthusiastic and had managed to rustle up a whole crowd of dedicated supporters whose task it was to whoop and holler as though this was the greatest experience of their lives. More than a mere master of ceremonies, Jane Fonda also sported a permanent set so spectacularly huge that, along with the Great Wall of China, it was one of only two objects that could be seen from space. My own aerobic career did not officially begin until university when I elected to attend an aerobics class. My motives, however, were far from pure. My friend Rowan and I reasoned that these classes were attended overwhelmingly by women and that any environment in which we were without competitors could only to be to our advantage. Sadly, our plans were undone by two factors. Firstly, both of us were afflicted with the kind of coordination that suggests we were unlikely to be able to feed ourselves and which prompts those not similarly cursed to look away in horror. The second thing that somewhat undermined our brilliant plan to meet people was my decision to dress exactly as Jane Fonda had done, complete with leotards, headband and stunning permanent set hair. Ourselves aside, I don’t think we said a word to anyone.

The term “exercise tape” is now wholly redundant and “aerobics” has suffered in terms of its popularity. For me, I can only say that my interest in aerobics diminished greatly after I discovered the joy that only jazzercise can bring. I don’t care much for the current crop of exercise gurus. None of them hold a candle to Jane Fonda or even Richard Simmons. This new breed of hard-core trainers may well have abdominals of steel and thigh muscles that could crack a pistachio, but not one of them could turn in a performance as emotionally nuanced as the one Jane gave in On Golden Pond. Indeed, had any of these modern beefcakes appeared in her place, it would have been an altogether different film. For the new breed, exercise is a way of life. For Jane, it seemed just one part of her life. She appeared to be more balanced. Perhaps it’s time I gave aerobics another go. Not in public, mind you, as I suspect that I am as fundamentally “unco” now as I was then. I can only wonder whether those old tapes have made the leap to DVD, perhaps even Blu-ray Disc. I hope so. What I will not do, however, is dig around and see if I can find the leotards, headband and permanent set in the lower recesses of the wardrobe. For I have learned the hard way that only Jane Fonda can be Jane Fonda. And that to try and imitate her would, indeed, be the very definition of a futile exercise. www.stuartmccullough.com

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Fleetwood Mac, Carole King and Janis Ian. She has enlisted Mark Andrews to produce a video for the new single and some of it will be shot on the peninsula. Joey Mac is also a successful businesswoman and has created Australia’s No.1 horse treat, Jomax Horse Snax. www.myspace.com/joannemcdonnell www.jomax.com.au *** MT Eliza Fitness Centre is running its annual 12-hour “Rev-a-Thon” on 15 October, with all proceeds going to Mt Eliza CFA. The event has raised more than $9000 in three years. Teams of four people have to keep the pedals turning on a stationary bicycle for 12 hours, swapping about every 30 minutes. Each team aims to raise $100 or more. This year is the 75th anniversary of Mt Eliza CFA www.facebook.com/ mtelizacfa *** A CONTRACT revealing The Beatles refused to perform in front of racially segregated audiences in the United States has sold for $23,000. The contract was for a California

concert in 1965, and is signed by the band’s manager, Brian Epstein. It was sold for four times its estimated value. The Beatles had previously refused to perform at a segregated concert in Florida in 1964. “We never play to segregated audiences and we aren’t going to start now,” John Lennon said at the time. “I’d sooner lose our appearance money.” Meanwhile, author Steve Turner has written The Beatles – Stories Behind the Songs covering The Beatles’ entire recording career. From their first hit Love Me Do and first album, Please Please Me this is the story behind Beatles song, including the Live at the BBC and Anthology 1-3 albums, providing a comprehensive and entertaining insight into the music of the world’s most influential band. www.fivemile.com.au *** A GREAT night was enjoyed by about 350 people at the opening of the new RPP-FM radio studios in Mornington. Guests included veteran broadcaster Philip Brady, voiceover man Pete Smith, TV writer Mike McColl-Jones, TV magician Ian Buckland, composer-songwriter Peter Sullivan, TV historian and film editor Bob Phillips,

of community with other citizens is weakened.” Governments don’t spend enough on the arts and too much of what they do spend goes to invisible arts bureaucrats. Australian drama, music, paintings expresses our own way of life, our values. Federal Arts Minister Simon Crean said: “It is time for a new phase of policy development blah blah blah, which will bring benefits to all society and the economy.” Don’t think, Simon, do. Okey-dokey? Go see a school play. Take Julia along. *** THE Media and Entertainment Arts Alliance is polling actors about the Kath and Kim movie casting of British actor Richard E Grant. Why? To protect our actors? More likely it stems from a few Sydney w*nking actors thinking of themselves as always. We’ve come a long way in recent years on the world stage so there’s no need to show ourselves up as small-minded. Sydney actors are professional strutters and only call for loyalty when they are threatened. My personal view is that most actors attend these protest rallies to be seen. *** A FRIEND living on the barren cul-

tureless Gold Coast emailed inquiring as to my influence in accessing grand final tickets. No go mate; influence zero. He later called on an old friend associated with the Collingwood Football Club (no names) and got his ticket for $300. It reminded me of the difference between last year’s first grand final and the second. As somebody put it: the theatregoer’s grand final. It puts the AFL’s hot air moral outpourings during the year into perspective. *** I TUNED in to A Current Affair and nothing had changed in the political sense. They were on about electricity prices, the cost of housing and how the state government should be doing something about it just as they did when Brumby haunted us. Liberal Party commercials ask Julia where our jobs went, about the cost of carbon and the boat people. What gets me is the way so many people become so emotional about their political leanings. When will they wake to the fact that there’s very little difference, thus negating the need for their heightened handicapped emotional state? I’ve lived through so many governments, state and federal. Have an opin-

ion yes, but try not to waste your time on either party. Perhaps it’s simply a question of waiting until you’re older and experiencing the drop of the proverbial penny? In politics stupidity is not a handicap. *** HEALTH food shops are a strange phenomenon. I call them gold mines. I’ve been inside and noticed they have a cure for all woes at twice the price. Females appear to swear by them; even some doctors add their weight. Is it a massive fraud on society? I could be wrong, but at my late age I’ll never find out. *** I WAS with Optus mobile at $30 a month until Telstra offered me the $49 iPhone at an overall increased cost of $30, so now I own this fabulous contraption at little extra cost. I get the weather without watching the news or reading the paper or looking up at the sky. I can get emails on the move, not that anyone emails me but they might. Today’s date, a currency converter, a dictionary, a translator, the time and the footy scores. I’m a technocrat. Seventh heaven? *** THE ABC has been rightly criticised

with Gary Turner TV and media trainer Judy Banks, and RPP station manager and former ABC announcer Brendon Telfer. The gala opening was capped off with a fireworks display. RPP broadcasts on 98.7 and 98.3 FM. Membership enquiries to 5978 8200. www.3rpp.com.au

Top 10 albums 1. White Heat: 30 Hits – Icehouse 2. To the Horses – Lanie Lane 3. Wolfe Brothers – The Wolfe 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

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A Grain of Salt WHAT is this thing called love? What is the cause of love? There’s an intangible if ever there was one. Money and sex appeal spring to mind. Old Sophocles says it frees us of all the weight and pain of life. Surely he was joking. Taking a line through his plays, he was heavily into the weird stuff. An incurable disease or a raging lust? Both for mine. If somebody told me they loved me, problem solved, assuming we share expenses. Those who have experienced love and came out the other side know that it’s surely a form of madness. Some say there’s no exit ramp but there is: the nut house. They shoot horses don’t they? A new book entitled Honey Money: The Power of Erotic Capital urges the ladies to activate their “erotic capital”, their sex appeal. What a fine idea. It won’t help me, but it will increase my appreciation of the coffee shop experience. With my new sunglasses. *** AS Australian-born art critic Robert Hughes said: “Arts is a measure of the character of the country, an organic part of human nature, without which our natures are coarsened, impoverished and denied and our sense

with Cliff Ellen for cuts to its arts coverage so they’ve hit back with a six-part series hosted by Myf Warhurst called Nice to find out what our popular tastes say about us as a nation. Pie and sauce? Can’t wait for this one. Ahh, but there’s more. Half-hour episodes of Auction Room hosted by (yawn) William McInnes. What an original idea. As if Michael Caton isn’t enough. *** ABC TV’s At Home with Julia. Bad writing, bad acting, bad taste. Short answer: Rubbish. The milk war between Coles and Woolworths continues. Why? They may be avaricious, but they’re not stupid. Julia is hiring an image-maker to find the “real” Julia? Which of my five senses tends to diminish as I get older? My sense of decency. Keep yourselves nice... cliffie9@bigpond.com

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Youngsters to fore as spring racing beckons IT seems as though invaders from Sydney are going to be a force in the rich three-year-old races during the spring carnival. Manawanui, who stayed at Rosehill; the Peter Snowden-trained Helmet who won at Caulfield; and the desperately unlucky Smart Missile appear superior to their Victorian rivals. The winner of five of his six races, Manawanui seems to be improving with each outing and is certainly going to make his presence felt when he steps out in the $1 million Caulfield Guineas (1600m) on 8 October. In all probability his main opposition in the Guineas will come from Helmet and Smart Missile. A dual Group 1 winner last season, Helmet proved far more tractable in the Guineas Prelude than he had been going around the right-handed way in Sydney. He scored a most authoritative win in fast time and indicted he would be even better at the longer journey. The highly rated Smart Missile was certainly not disgraced when 10th against older horses in the Group 1 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes. From the outside barrier, jockey Brett Prebble elected to drop Smart Missile back to last in the initial stages. From then on he virtually had no chance of winning, but finished strongly even though he had an interrupted passage in the straight. While Smart Missileâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s colours were lowered, an outstanding filly in Atlantic Jewel continued on her winning way when cruising home in the BMW Handicap (1400m). It was her third win from as many out-

ings and she looks to have a mortgage on the Thousand Guineas (1600m) at Caulfield on 12 October. In fact Atlantic Jewel was so impressive there is even talk she could be a contender in the $3 million Tatts Cox Plate (2040m) at Moonee Valley on 22 October. Her trainer Mark Kavanagh won the Cox Plate three years ago with Maldivian and also has the ruling favourite Whobegotyou in his stable. Others who could reward punters over the next few weeks include Speediness, Our Affirmative, Dao Dao, Our Miss Jones, Avienus, and Shewan. Pakenham-trained Speediness has come a long way over the past 12 months and, judging by the way he hit the line when sixth in the Testa Rossa Stakes (1200m) at Caulfield last Saturday, even better thing are in store. Having his first start since a slashing second to Stradbroke Handicap winner Sincero in the Scone Guineas, Speediness settled near the rear early in the early stages, but hit the line with gusto. He looked above himself in condition and can only improve with racing. The $1 million Emirates Stakes (1600m) at Flemington on 5 November could be well within his grasp. Five-year-old Shewan is another who is getting better with experience. Placed behind Guyno in the Mornington Cup (2400m) in February, his three runs this time in have been very good. He did look unlucky when a fast-fin-

Head start: Helmet, owned by Dubaiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ruling prince Sheikh Mohammed, sizzled when winning the Caulfield Guineas Preclude on Saturday. Right, The winning jockey Kerrin McEvoy. Pictures: Slickpix

ishing second in the Perri Cutten Plate (2000m) at Caulfield last Saturday. Kiwi mare Our Affirmative ran into plenty of trouble before finishing eighth behind favourite Midnight Martini in Programmed Property Hcp (1800m). A lightly raced four-year-old, she was having only her second run from a spell and will be seen to advantage over longer distances. Cranbourne trainer Michael Kent may have unearthed another promising stayer in Our Miss Jones. A daughter of New Zealander Darci Brahma, Our Miss Jones again finished her race off strongly when runner-up behind Atlantic Jewel over 1400m and at this stage is a legitimate chance in the Crown Oaks (2500m) at Flemington on 3 November. Hong Kong five-year-old Mighty High will derive a lot of benefit from

his third behind Extra Zero over 1700 metres at Caulfield. Carrying 61.5kg, the John Mooretrained gelding encountered traffic at a critical stage and was doing his best work over the final 200 metres. The Caulfield Cup is his main goal. Classy miler Dao Dao lost his way last season but his eighth in the Rupert Clarke was full of merit as he was trapped wide on a day where the inside was the place to be. On track to avenge his narrow defeat in last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Emirates Stakes at Flemington. Former Macau galloper Luen Yat Forever also caught the eye in the Rupert Clarke when a fast-finishing fifth and is sure to be very hard to beat in the Toorak Handicap at Caulfield on 15 October. Cranbourne mare Avienus has had nothing go her way since finishing

sixth in last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cox Plate, but her second at Caulfield behind the males was most encouraging. Horse-to-follow Cross Of Gold pulled up a little sore when fifth in the Guineas Prelude and is well worth another chance. Darley-owned Euryale is one who could surprise at odds at her next start. After racing in the slowest part of the track when resuming at Moonee Valley, the Lonhro filly ran into a traffic jam when sixth (40/1) behind Atlantic Jewel at Caulfield. Another racing in the colours of Sheikh Mohammed, Yavanna was most impressive winning a restricted event at Sandown Lakeside and could easily graduate into stakes grade. Others who came under notice at Lakeside were Miss Zoom, Belgietto and Testas Double. Best: Speediness.

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