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Humour. Smarts. Telling it like it is. These are the words that come to mind as I mull over my interview with writer, playwright and performer Hannie Rayson. Oh, and giggling. Chuckling. Sarcasm and chutzpah. Cherry blossoms with a whiff of cyanide on top? Watch out for this woman’s craft. She knows what she’s doing and does it so well that every word on her page has something to tell. She weaves her words with wit, intelligence and an understanding of the human condition and connectedness that makes her audiences feel like they belong together in this dinghy of life with all its up sides and sometimes drowning downs. Hannie’s words speak to her listeners. That’s why her “back catalogue” of work continues to be performed. Hotel Sorrento is set to tour nationally in 2018, while Inheritance, Two Brothers, Falling from Grace and Life After George keep enthralling new generations of theatre goers. Hannie loves to write with a pen that has been www.franklyfrankston.com.au
dipped wholeheartedly into the dramaturge of living. “I’m actually quite a 19th Century person. I can imagine myself writing with a quill in a bustle dress – you know, with the big bulge over the bum.” She’s been ‘lettering’ full time since she was 24 and is the only playwright to be nominated for the Miles Franklin Literary Award for Life After George. This jovial juggernaut of journalism (Sydney Morning Herald columnist), non-fiction (her memoir Hello, Beautiful!) and screenwriting (Sea Change) is a true dialogue diva. She just hears it. “Dialogue is a freak skill. Teaching it is hard because you’ve got to train your ear. I always remembered what people said when I was young and loved eavesdropping on conversations. “I’m a bit of a control freak as a playwright.” Actors beware, the AWMF = As Written Mother F…. rule applies here. That’s why her acclaimed show Hello, Beautiful! which is set to hit the Frankston Arts Centre stage on March 15 is going to be worth a visit. It was rapturously received by Malthouse Theatre audiences in 2016 and will be travelling
throughout Victoria for the rest of 2017. It goes remote in 2018. “I hope to be going right up to the Northern Territory. I only go to nice places I want to visit, ” she laughs. “I can’t wait to be on stage in Frankston. It’s so much fun because it’s very personal and every audience responds differently.” There were 43 stories in the Hello, Beautiful! Scenes from a Life collection (Text Publishing) and she shares 11 of them in this one-woman show.
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Hannie’s plays are about social issues and connecting generations. She’s currently at Aireys Inlet trying to write the last two scenes of her new Sydney Theatre Company’s play Noah’s Daughter. “I’m doing this one backwards! From present day into the past. It’s only taken me about four months instead of the mandatory 12!” Noah’s Daughter is about sperm donation, secrets and family, but while you’re waiting for that little gem get along to the Arts Centre in Frankston to experience Hello, Beautiful! The stage door to this prolific writer’s inexhaustible mind is ajar. Step inside. And laugh.
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Words flow freely with the 71-year-old Mal Walden. His “self-defecating” (yes, you’ve got to “rubbish yourself”) wit merges with a wealth of experience to create an enthralling discourse that bypasses his public persona and makes you feel at ease. Many of us grew up with him. Many of us loved watching Mal’s Melbourne (Eyewitness News’ human interest story segment). Either way, he’s a British-born Frankston lad who somehow wandered into our living rooms most nights via the gogglebox. Since retiring from Channel 10 in 2013 – he prefers the term ‘stepping down’ – Mal’s life hasn’t slowed. His memoir The News Man – 60 Years of Television was published by Brolga last year and he’s already writing his next book. Retiring my ass! This ‘ginger’ son of English immigrants who landed in Coogee Ave, Frankston, in 1952 keeps his ears and eyes wide open, watching and waiting. Fifty-three years is a long time to be in an industry that can make or break you, but this journalist, writer and newsreader has survived “by being open to opportunity and in the right place at the right time. I believe life is predestined”. The young Mal Walden won a ‘secret sound’ radio competition when he was 15. Heading into the station to collect his prize, he was hit with a “bombshell”.
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“I’d been tinkering with crystal and valve set radios for years. I picked up the wrong signal, entered this competition and won. I knew then and there what I wanted to do. Radio, then television. I’ve been hired, fired, promoted and demoted. It’s been a roller-coaster. “My parents were the original boat people,” he continues. “Dad was the chief salesman for Polaroid and was on In Melbourne Tonight (Graham Kennedy) and the Happy Hammond children’s television show. Contacts. He inquired about how I might get into radio.” We agree on how important it is to develop a firm network and the absence of discussion re what migrants leave behind. “I can’t imagine not seeing my family,” he says. He and his wife, Pauline, have just welcomed their first grandson and Mal has already privately published a couple of kids’ books for him. “When we first arrived in Frankston my parents thought it was a one-horse town. They were the original pioneers. I have fond memories of being a Scout in the ‘50s and lining up at Davey St (Frankston) Primary School swearing allegiance to the flag; drinking a curdled half-pint of milk. We used to have bonfire nights in the square that used to be where the cinemas are now.” His younger sister still lives in www.franklyfrankston.com.au
Frankston. Mal penned The News Man from his 53 diaries compiled over his life in media. “Sometimes I wouldn’t listen to the stories when reading the news if they were too distressing. Turn the headset off.” It was hard when his friend Brian Naylor and wife died in the Black Saturday fires, and when Greg Shackleton (Balibo Five) was murdered. “We pre-recorded the bulletin reporting on the Seven helicopter crash in 1982. Many journalists selfmedicated back then. It’s only now we are seeing post-traumatic stress disorder. Some of the journos who were first on the scene were exposed to brutal situations.” He also covered Cyclone Tracy in 1974 (pictured left). This longest-serving newsman on Australian television takes nothing for granted. Yes, he’s been stalked. Yes, he’s been spat on, and yes, there have been messages left under his front door. “Stories get told before we know if they are true or not now,” he muses. I agree. News can sometimes seem more like a surreal social media ‘hoedown’ these days. But not in Mr Walden’s time. He was and still is the real down to earth ‘Frankston boy’ deal. Destiny aside. FEBRUARY 2017
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It’s time to quit chucking your chips at seagulls - Right? Even if your intentions are good, you’re not doing them any favours. In fact, you’re doing them more harm than good. Seagulls should be eating crustaceans, insects, small fish and worms - not nutrient deficient potato chips that make them sick - and we don’t want them swooping at our heads. Do we? Melanie Attard from information-based initiative Wildlife Matters explains: “It’s time the public was educated. Humans have become a source of regular food for seagulls and now they are becoming a persistent problem.” Seagulls are native waterbirds and are iconic species in the Frankston municipality. Feeding them leads to the birds coming in to our built-up areas looking for more food. Melanie continues: “They are nesting on rooftops, causing blocked pipes and gutters, or corrosion of steel rooftops due to droppings and the damage can be costly. Some owners have resorted to using rooftop deterrent systems consisting of (monofilament) lines and nets which are poorly designed and installed. Volunteers are rescuing the trapped gulls but many can’t be saved. It is illegal to intentionally trap, harm
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or kill protected native wildlife. Silvergulls (seagulls) are protected under the Wildlife Protection Act, enforceable by State Government department DELWP.” Wildlife advocate Melanie has been into schools, given talks at festivals and has given conference presentations in a bid to get the word out there. AWARE (Australian Wildlife Assistance Rescue & Education) in Frankston is a volunteer group made up of around 30 active volunteers who help rescue the trapped birds. They also aid in the rehabilitation of other wildlife in the region.
“It’s important to understand who shares our home. Humans are not alone and everything we do has an effect on other living things. Getting aggressive towards seagulls is not going to help the situation. Not feeding them will.” Enough said. WILDLIFE MATTERS W: wildlifemattersvictoria.org AUSTRALIAN WILDLIFE ASSISTANCE RESCUE & EDUCATION W: awarewildlife.org.au
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Cranbourne Road Medical Centre provides the highest quality primary medical care to individuals and families in the community in a holistic and caring environment. Please visit our website for all services & profiles of all our fabulous GPs.
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An organisation dedicated to helping at-risk, incrisis and severely disadvantaged Victorian families has itself received a helping hand. Mums Supporting Families In Need is run entirely by volunteers and distributes quality second-hand goods - clothing, shoes, books, toys, prams, cots, car seats - to battling families. It services more than 65 community support and welfare agencies across the state, and the demand on the charity has grown to such an extent it was forced to shift operations to a much larger warehouse in Seaford, which triggered the need for a rent appeal. When the philanthropic organisation Menzies Caring For Kids heard about the appeal, president Kevin Johnson and committee of management members met MSFIN’s Jodie Harris and had a tour of the new warehouse. “Impressed with the services and the determination that Jodie and the team of volunteers provided to support disadvantaged families in need, Menzies has made a considerable donation to MSFIN’s rental appeal,” Mr Johnson said. Menzies Caring for Kids provides assistance to projects in Frankston and across the Mornington Peninsula that make a real difference to the lives of disadvantaged young people, with a core purpose to assist young people in or at risk of being in outof-home care. For more information on the work of both organisations, you can visit www.menzies.org.au and www.msfin.org.au. Pictured: Menzies Caring For Kids president Kevin Johnson and MSFIN members Jodie Harris and Donna Cartwright inspect some of the hampers prepared for distribution to 400 families last Christmas.
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Fame came to Frankston earlier this month when Frankston Life Saving Club welcomed Kids’ WB to have fun on our foreshore. Hosts Lauren Phillips and Shane Crawford were set some strenuous challenges by Frankston Nippers Amber Amalfi, Sophie Campbell, Gerard Comey and Jai Dodd while being enthusiastically cheered on by the junior Nippers and ably supported by SRC qualified junior members Tegan Amalfi, Isabella Comey and Tristan Saltmarsh and the rest of the FLSC Nippers community, including many
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parent volunteers and president Tim Cutrona. Lauren and Shane also explored Sand Sculpting Australia’s annual display, tried their hand at flyboarding and explored the rockpools around the Frankston Waterfront precinct to promote the return of the Nine Network children’s show for 2017. More than 10,000 Victorian kids participate annually in Nippers, the main surf education program for ages 5-14. This family friendly national program is structured specifically to ages and abilities, gradually teaching youngsters basic lifesaving skills required to be safe around an
aquatic environment as well as developing their talents to compete in surf sports. Frankston Nippers meet on Friday afternoons at FLSC between spring and Easter and usually enjoy a barbecue after the session. Other social and training events maintain involvement across the winter season. Parent engagement is an integral part of the Nippers program with opportunities to volunteer as age managers and officials, in water safety roles and for social, event and fundraising activities. For more information, go to www. frankstonlsc.com.au or Facebook: Frankston Life Saving Club Inc.
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Cornish College welcomes 700th student Cornish College’s student numbers have now grown to 702. In the first school week for 2017, the College welcomed a record number of ELC to Year 12 students, five years after opening in 2012 as a new co-educational independent school with 220 students. Despite its fast growth, Cornish College is still a medium-size co-educational school where students are known and learning is personalised and engaging. Located on 40ha (100 acres) of natural parkland, students enjoy learning, playing and exploring the extensive grounds. A unique part of the Cornish College campus is
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Cornish College students enjoy their annual Colour Celebration Run on the last day of term in 2016. the Cornish Links nine-hole golf course. More than 100 boys and girls from the ages of three to 17 participate in the golf program, which is led by a passionate team of coaches, including certified PGA golf professional Sean Kirschenberg, golf professional Nadina Light, and Cornish College’s chaplain, Jarrod Davies. Cornish College is also preparing to celebrate its five-year Foundation Day on February 16. Principal Vicki Steer said Foundation Day will be a chance for everyone who has been involved in the College’s growth to celebrate. “Our school thrives today because of our community’s belief in our educational philosophy of preparing students for life. We recognise the importance of academic rigour, creativity and developing strong
foundation skills for learning,” said Ms Steer. Cornish College’s motto is Make a Difference and at its core is the development of independence, compassion and personal excellence in order for students to make a positive contribution within their local community and globally. With extensive private bus services, Cornish College students come from a wide range of Bayside and Peninsula regions, including Beaumaris, Mentone, Parkdale, Mordialloc, Chelsea, Aspendale, Patterson Lakes, Dingley, Sandhurst, Frankston, Frankston South and Mount Eliza. CORNISH COLLEGE A: 65 Riverend Rd, Bangholme T: 9781 9000 W: cornishcollege.vic.edu.au
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Lifelong Learners. Unique Environment. All children are natural inquirers and powerful learners. We nurture their sense of enquiry and aim to inspire a quest for learning throughout life. Chelsea
Our dynamic curriculum and rigorous academic program encourages students to achieve and to make a difference in their local and global communities. Located on 100 acres of natural parkland, our students enjoy a natural environment with plenty of time outdoors. Our unique golf leadership program utilises the Cornish Links on campus, specifically designed for children. School Tour Saturday 11 February at 10.00am
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Nikki Osborne relaxes on the deck of her stunning McCrae home overlooking Port Phillip Bay. It’s a far cry from the film set in Brisbane where the actor spent eight weeks filming the television series Hoges: The Paul Hogan Story. Nikki is a mother of two, an actor, a comedian, a Peninsula resident and one of the lead characters in the Channel 7 mini-series that debuted on Sunday, February 12, and concludes on Sunday, February 19, at 8.30pm. She plays Delvine Delaney, the beauty pageant winner who found fame on Australian television in the 1970s, became a cast member of The Paul Hogan Show and later a co-presenter on the quiz show Sale of the Century. It’s a dream role for Nikki, who bears a remarkable likeness to Delvine. “When I heard about the role I just went ‘please’,” she says. “I love Delvine. I’ve been nicknamed Delvine in comedy shows I’ve worked on in the past. She and I had pretty similar careers, working in comedy and television.” Hoges: The Paul Hogan Story tells the story of Paul Hogan - the almost
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accidental supernova of raw comedic talent who exploded on to Australia’s entertainment scene and then the world. He was a Sydney Harbour Bridge rigger with five kids who entered a TV talent contest, became a household name and an Oscar-nominated star. Embraced by Australians as ‘Hoges’, he is joined on his journey by lifelong friend, producer and sidekick John ‘Strop’ Cornell. Together they make Australians laugh then proud as one of the most successful tourism campaigns in history sells Aussie hospitality to the world. This, along with the success of Crocodile Dundee, cements Hogan’s legacy. Hoges: The Paul Hogan Story explores the factors that shaped this success, his family life, his two great loves, divorce and his struggle with life in the public eye. Nikki’s career includes a role in Oscarwinning director Peter Bogdanovich’s US telemovie The Mystery of Natalie Wood and appearances in awardwinning television dramas such as Rush and the Bryce Courtenay mini-series Jessica. It is in comedy, however, that she really made her presence felt. Her improvisational talents were uncovered when she hosted the live interactive game show Quizmania. Mick Molloy invited Nikki into the cast of his comedy
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series The Nation and numerous guest spots on panel shows, breakfast radio and pilots followed. Nikki battled a gruelling round of auditions to secure the role of Delvine then spent eight weeks away from her family during filming. Her boys Will, 8, and Teddy, 4, have interesting thoughts on Mum’s latest television role. “Will’s little girlfriends at school are far more into what Mummy does that he is!” she laughs. “And Teddy is worried I’m going to get stuck in the TV!”
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Nikki and her husband moved from Hampton to the “Ninch” seven years ago. “My husband wanted land and I wanted water so we travelled south until we found something that had both,” she says. As for juggling parenthood, a Peninsula lifestyle and a soaring career, Nikki is pretty relaxed. “Having an apartment in town would be a good crash pad but once you’ve had a taste of the ‘Ninch’ you don’t go back,” she laughs. Hoges: The Paul Hogan Story concludes on Sunday, February 19, at 8.30pm on Channel 7.
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“It’s beginning to feel like it was all a long time ago but we’re still really, really proud of her.”
River houseboat on which they’d all stay and said they were going to buy a horse. “I said ‘I’m in but I only want a fast one’, so they took me at my word and got a fast one.”
left Ascot thinking we’ve got a brood mare. But she just jumped and ran and broke the track record and just blew everybody away. It was just fantastic.”
Pam Hawkes is reminiscing while on her way to Wagga to see one of her horses run. She doesn’t give it much hope, but she saw it born five years ago and wild horses couldn’t keep her away. “It doesn’t matter whether it’s at Mornington on a midweek race or Wagga tomorrow, it’s just fantastic. We get just as much thrill watching her run as we did watching Black Caviar.”
The eight syndicate members each suggested three names for the filly and everyone voted; Pam’s suggestion – inspired by her love of caviar - got up. “You’ve got to have a catchy name for people to take notice of, and it worked. We’re very fond of champagne as well and you always hope you’ll have an excuse to celebrate; we haven’t had that much caviar because, by gum, it’s expensive but we’ve had plenty of opportunities to celebrate with champagne.”
Another highlight was the TJ Smith at Randwick in April 2011, when she made up seven lengths on Hay List, the second-highest rated sprinter in the world. “It was phenomenal.”
It has been almost four years since Black Caviar ran her last race – the TJ Smith Stakes at Randwick. It was her 25th win from 25 starts and her 15th Group 1 win – both records – and her brilliant career captivated the racing world and delighted the group of lifetime friends who for years had talked about owning a racehorse. “We used to go to the Melbourne Cup and we’d say ‘Gee, we should get a horse together; it’d be a lot of fun’.”
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One day, with Pam stuck on her vegetable farm at Boneo, the others called her from the Murray
Pam’s love of horses goes way back to growing up on a farm in Keysborough, where she used to watch her grandfather’s Clydesdales plough the fields and ride the Shetland he bought for her, so it’s no surprise she saw all Black Caviar’s races and went to every trial. One of her favourites is the Lightning Stakes at Flemington in February 2013, the mare’s return from injury sustained during her triumph at Ascot eight months earlier. “We’d virtually written her off; we
The same group of friends are now racing Black Caviar’s first foal, Oscietra, who ran third in her first start on New Year’s Day at Flemington, but they still occasionally visit the grand dam and get regular updates from the stud where she is in foal again. “The last one we got was to say how magnificent she’s looking and she’s never looked better.” Pam Hawkes will address the Frankston Business Network in the Mornington Racing Club’s Gunamatta Room on March 8, 11.30am-2.30pm. Tickets (including a two-course lunch, champagne on arrival, and tea and coffee) cost $69 ($65 for FBN members; $625 for a table of 10). Bookings: www. frankstonbusinessnetwork.com. au or 9781 1422.
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Shrek and Kung-Fu Panda will light up Rosebud’s Village Green in March and April at an Australian-first exhibition of some of DreamWorks Animation’s best known characters in a large-scale lantern experience. Lights by DreamWorks – The Experience is an interactive, walkthrough experience for all ages and is set to run for 30 days and attract more than 150,000 visitors who will marvel at more than 100 of DreamWorks’ characters brought to life. Modelled on the traditional Chinese lantern festival, Lights by DreamWorks features huge illuminated figures familiar to the fans of the Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon and Madagascar movies. “It’s very exciting to be able to bring our wonderful lantern experience to Australia for the very first time,” said DreamWorks’ consumer products country director Jo Pascoe. “We’re looking forward to seeing eyes young and old light up when they experience our large-scale illuminated characters for the very first time in such a beautiful part of Victoria.” Visitors to the exhibition will also be treated to a variety of scenographic pieces, LED furnishings, themed technology and learning zones, an immersive cinema experience and an animatronic dragon. Tickets @ Ticketmaster or 1300 307 740. www.franklyfrankston.com.au
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The Peninsula Lifestyle Retirement Village is buzzing with excitement as work on Stage 2 of the village proceeds at pace. Interest in the new Flinders designs has been strong, and much of that is due to the attached garages with internal access that the new units will feature. Each of the 19 units will also have a separate laundry/powder room with a separate second toilet, a central bathroom with access to both bedrooms, and a landscaped rear garden. The first part of Stage 2 is scheduled to be completed in May and the second part in
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September. Stage 3, which will include 15 units also with attached garages, is expected to be completed about March next year. Meanwhile, the village’s activities co-ordinator has been keeping residents entertained with plenty of fun pastimes in the clubhouse (pictured), as well as special luncheons and barbecues that all have enjoyed. The Peninsula Lifestyle Retirement Village is a friendly new concept in retirement living, boasting high-quality bespoke residential villas set inside a secure, gated community. Peninsula Lifestyle retirement villas deliver a unique quality of life and first-rate owner benefits.
Inspired by some of Australia’s most celebrated, heritage-listed retirement properties, Peninsula Lifestyle Retirement Village is designed to be both beautiful and practical. With gardens and walking paths arranged around the well-appointed clubhouse, its pedestrian-friendly village layout connects residents to friends and neighbours, and to the village’s social hub. It certainly is retirement living at its best. PENINSULA LIFESTYLE RETIREMENT VILLAGE A: 46 Baxter-Tooradin Rd, Baxter T: 1800 794 838 W: peninsulalifestyleretirementvillage.com.au E: dot@peninsulalifestyleretirementvillage.com.au
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“Mental health affects a wide range of people from all walks of life,�
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The Carrum and Patterson Lakes Forum is campaigning for a Headspace centre to service residents of Mordialloc and Chelsea. “Mental health affects a wide range of people from all walks of life,” said forum founder Cameron Howe. “Often overlooked, mental health is quickly becoming a leading community concern and is an essential component of our overall health. “In fact, concerns about mental health have doubled since 2011, according to Mission Australia, and a 2013-14 national survey conducted by UWA in
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partnership with Roy Morgan Research uncovered that one in seven four to 17-year-olds were assessed as having mental disorders in the previous 12 months. “Headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation with facilities currently located in Bentleigh and Frankston, but at present there is nothing to directly service the Mordialloc-Chelsea population within the City of Kingston. Unlike private services, Headspace is financially accessible to our youth and empowers people to become a stronger version of themselves, with resources on hand to deal with anything stretching from study support to issues stemming from alcohol or drugs. “As one of many adults who battles with depression
and anxiety, Headspace is a service that would have been of great value to me during my teenage years. Early intervention not only saves lives but also enhances our ability to forge healthy relationships and strengthens our ability to handle the ups and downs of life.” To raise the profile of demand for a new Headspace centre, the Carrum and Patterson Lakes Forum has launched a petition that will form a part of the campaign in conjunction with its local media efforts. The petition can be viewed at change.org/p/ establish-a-headspace-centre-in-the-city-ofkingston
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violence and at-risk youth. Life-Gate’s awardwinning Colour of Hope Youth Art Exhibition was named Frankston Council’s 2016 Community Event of the Year. Frankston Mayor Brian Cunial said of the Roldans: “Their passion and determination to support those in need is beyond what is expected of anyone and very much appreciated by the entire community.” Cr Cunial described Mr Giesemann as “a devoted fan of everything Frankston” and “the type of citizen everyone should aspire to be”. Mr Giesemann has been a volunteer at the Frankston Visitor Information Centre for 10 years and “proudly promotes how wonderful Frankston is”. Ms Holtzinger, “the face and voice for Frankston’s youth”, has been an active member of the Frankston Youth Council and a youth councillor for Frankston City Council as well as having roles in the 2015 Frankston Anzac Day service, the annual Frankston Stand for Change, TLC Forest Lodge Aged Care Centre, 2015 Iron-Man Asia-Pacific Championship Melbourne, McClelland College Hands on Learning and Connect and the Youth Day for Mental Health 2016.
A couple whose story appeared in Mornington Peninsula Magazine last year have been named Frankston’s Citizens of the Year. The Rev Angel Roldan and his wife, Pastor Ulli Rothstein de Roldan, were honoured on Australia Day, as were Senior Citizen of the Year Roy
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Giesemann and Young Citizen of the Year Louise Holtzinger. The Voice of Frankston was named the Community Event of the Year. MPM highlighted the couple’s work in establishing Life-Gate, which for 25 years has offered support, counselling and food to some of the region’s most vulnerable people, from the homeless to those with drug and alcohol addictions, victims of domestic
Cr Cunial said the winners were “inspiring and courageous people who lead by example, displaying our Australian values and the importance of community spirit, volunteering and giving support to others throughout Frankston City”, while The Voice of Frankston was “a fantastic way to showcase the thriving arts and culture community we have here”. Meanwhile, 67 adults and 13 children from 22 countries became Australian citizens during the Frankston Australia Day ceremony.
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to lower quality of life, physical health problems, depression and other serious mental health problems, and increased risk of accidents. If you and your partner would like to take part in the study, email base.rest@monash.edu or phone 9905 5912. MONASH UNIVERSITY A: 264 Ferntree Gully Rd, Notting Hill T: 9905 5912
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Ventana Fiesta is Frankston’s annual festival celebrating Latin American, Portuguese and Spanish cultures. Ventana has something for one and all – bilingual story times for the little ones; street art workshops for the youngsters; a cooking workshop for seniors; and concerts, exhibitions, movies and murga workshops for everybody. And if this wasn’t enough, there’s the Ventana Street Fiesta, a vibrant and lively street festival with an authentic South American murga carnival, ethnic street food, traditional craft stalls, children’s activities, live music and dance. It’s in Wells St from noon-8pm on Saturday, March 11, www.franklyfrankston.com.au
and it’s free. To get a taste of Ventana, attend the free official opening of the festival at Cube 37 on Friday, February 24, at 7pm. The evening will include a tour of the exhibitions that mark the journey of the vihuela (the guitar’s predecessor) and entertainment by Murga Madre, who will be featured in the Street Fiesta carnival parade. RSVP to 9784 1060, and visit www. ventanafrankston.com.au for more details on all the events happening during this month-long festival.
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Wells St is a vibrant blend of the new and the old. The recently completed $4.239 million upgrade has transformed the busy shopping precinct with sculptural setting, gorgeous planter boxes and spectacular lighting, and while new businesses are helping redefine the streetscape, others such as Vince La Rocca Professional Eyecare have long called the street home. Stores such as Signature Footwear stock brands you won’t find anywhere else in Frankston, and every Thursday the Wells St Market showcases the best in handmade goods and delicious food. And next month the sights, sounds and tastes of South America come to Wells St for the Ventana Street Fiesta. Whether you’re looking to catch the latest movie or to catch up with friends over a coffee, wonderful Wells St really is the heart of Frankston.
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The Wells St Market is a great little pedestrian-friendly street market (pictured left) that’s on every Thursday from 9am-2pm. It features small-scale handmade products, candles, jewellery, kids’ clothing, woodwork and plants. It is also fast becoming a bit of a foodie haunt in Frankston, with many stopping by each week for a serving of falafel and dips, a loaf of fresh bread, honey, nut butters, hot donuts, some leafy greens and
berries. Bringing back what it really means to be a community, this market is more than a place to shop. It’s locals supporting locals. It’s a meeting place and an information exchange. Visit www.wellsstreetmarket. com.au for more information, or to apply to become a stallholder. WELLS ST MARKET A: Wells St, Frankston Open Thursdays 9am-2pm W: wellsstreetmarket.com.au
Signature Footwear has been helping women step out in style for more than seven years, and the four highly qualified staff members have more than 100 years’ experience between them. So for an expertly fitted pair of clear its remaining summer fashionable ladies’ shoes at halfprice, make tracks for Signature range, which is doubly Footwear. good news: you can pick up a pair of stylish ladies’ SIGNATURE FOOTWEAR shoes for half-price, and A: Shop 4/13-15 Thompson St, they’ll still be in vogue Frankston next summer. Signature T: 9770 1071 Footwear stocks brands W: signaturefootwear.com.au you won’t find anywhere
Style never dates It’s often said that true style never goes out of fashion, and that’s certainly the case at Signature Footwear. With new winter stock on the way, it’s time for Signature Footwear to
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“I would sincerely like to thank the wonderful people from Frankston and surrounds who have shown such loyalty over these years,” Vince said. “It is a great pleasure to now be serving the next generation of your families. We love welcoming new patients. “We are a family owned business and have built a reputation of trust that www.franklyfrankston.com.au
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DAYTIME MUSIC
DONALD CANT IN CONCERT Friday 3 March, 10.30am & 1.30pm | The star of the Broadway production of Kiss Me Kate, Donald returns to Australia with a new show. Tickets: $18 – $20 Complimentary refreshments prior to shows.
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HELLO, BEAUTIFUL! Wednesday 15 March, 7.30pm | Cube 37 Based on her best-selling memoir, Hannie Rayson delivers a piece of sublime comic storytelling – true stories spiced with wit. Tickets: $30 – $40 Warning: Contains coarse language.
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MR STINK Friday 17 March, 11am & 6pm The team behind The 52Storey Treehouse return with this touching, hilarious, and very smelly tale! Tickets from $20 Warning: Small amount of theatrical smoke.
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Name proves just write It was Lisa Taylor’s children who came up with the pen name. “We were sitting round having Sunday dinner and I kind of thought I needed to be somebody else because while I was writing I felt like somebody else,” the Mount Eliza author says. “So I said ‘I need an author name’. I wanted the first name to be non-gender specific, so my daughter came up with Frankie – I don’t know where she got it from – and I thought ‘Well, that kind of works’ because my blogging style is I like to be frank and honest and just tell it like it is. Then my son’s best friend’s surname is Banks and he said ‘Oh, it needs to be Banks, and it also means you’ll get all the money, Mum’.” She laughs. “I said ‘Well, let’s hope so’.” And so Frankie Banks was born. Since she began writing professionally two and a half years ago, Lisa has self-published one book as Frankie Banks (Sharks & Lovers), completed the sequel and started work on the third. Initially she made it available as a download on her website, then had it printed on the advice of a friend. Perhaps unsurprisingly, given its risqué content, she had a “semi-launch” at Sexpo in Melbourne. “I started writing it as a memoir following me as a 20-year-old; basically it’s about relationships and who holds the power.” It’s set in Southend-on-Sea, in England, where Lisa grew up before coming to Australia nearly four years ago; the second book follows two of the characters to Australia and is set mainly in Brighton and Kakadu. She spent probably a year editing the first book and getting feedback from a friend
in Byron Bay “who doesn’t beat around the bush” as well as members of the Mornington writers’ group to which she belongs. “Getting honest critiques that are helpful is really difficult because people don’t want to offend you, and when you’re just starting out people don’t want to send you in the wrong direction. But I had a lot of encouragement and helpful feedback from the group.” Lisa is also a member of a writers’ group that meets at Mount Eliza Neighbourhood House, which is where she is hosting a series of six writers’ workshops each Tuesday, 10am-noon, from February 21. The sessions cost $35 each ($175 for all six) and cover everything from the first sentence to printing and publishing. Bookings: 9787 8160 or mountelizanh.com
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As well as stunning homewares and gifts, candles, artwork and illustrations, stationery, jewellery, clothing and fashion accessories, the fair will feature live music, food trucks, a coffee van, and free caricatures by cartoonist Greg Vercoe. It’s open to trade only from 9am-1pm and to the public from 2-8pm on
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Friday, March 17, at Mornington’s Peninsula Community Theatre. Retailers wishing to attend the trade morning must pre-register at www. emergefair.com.au; the first 100 to do so go into the draw to win a $500 product prize pack. EMERGE HOME AND GIFT FAIR A: Peninsula Community Theatre, cnr Nepean Highway and Wilsons Rd, Mornington W www.emergefair.com.au FB: www.facebook.com/emergefair Instagram: @emergehomeandgiftfair
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Forty up-and-coming designers and makers will showcase their wares at the Emerge Home and Gift Fair next month.
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Original Phantom can’t fail Former Phantom of the Opera star Donald Cant is coming to Frankston for two shows next month.
for the Queen, Prince Charles and the Pope,
David was an original cast member of the very successful Australian production of Phantom, filling four lead roles during his seven years with the production, including 500 highly acclaimed performances in the title role. He has also starred in the musical The Fantasticks and the Broadway production of Kiss Me Kate as well as travelling the world and singing in many concert venues. His career encompasses music theatre, concerts, cabaret, opera, Lieder and recording, and he has sung
Now David returns to Australia with a new show filled with new songs and old favourites. He performs at the Frankston Arts Centre on Friday, March 3, at 10.30am and 1.30pm. Tickets are $18 (members/groups of 10 or more) and $20 (full) and include pre-show light refreshments. Lunch at noon is available for an additional $22. Book at thefac.com.au or phone 9784 1060. FRANKSTON ARTS CENTRE A: 27-37 Davey St, Frankston T: 9768 1362 W: thefac.com.au
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Art Gallery sails into Frankston Original Oz Art Gallery, formerly of Mount Martha, has relocated to the Brialyn Boathouse Gallery in Frankston. The Gallery is locally owned and operated by Peter and Christina Nolan. Over the years, Original Oz has built a reputation for having a beautiful collection of original artwork painted by local, Melbourne and interstate award winning artists. Specialising in local scenes of the magnificent coastline of the Mornington Peninsula, Original Oz has been supplying generations of families with wonderful artwork since 1989.
The Gallery has undergone a renovation inside and is a wonderful space to relax and view the amazing artworks. The stable of artists has been expanded to include the best of both galleries and offers a diverse collection to all art lovers. There is also a lovely range of giftware, pottery, jewellery and decorative pieces for your home available. Drop in and see what is on offer. ORIGINAL OZ ART GALLERY AT THE BOATHOUSE Open Tuesday-Sunday 11-5pm A: at the Boathouse, 368 Nepean Highway, Frankston W: originaloz.com.au FB: Original Oz Art at the Boathouse Gallery Instagram: originalozart
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‘Van Morrison’s Masterpieces’ comes to town BY ANDREA KELLETT
A touch of Van Morrison is coming to the Frankston Arts Centre. On March 9, for one show only, Australian jazz legend Vince Jones and The Astral Orchestra will pay homage to the rock music icon with an interpretation of two of his albums ‘Astral Weeks’ and ‘Moondance’. It’s called ‘Van Morrison’s Masterpieces’. It’s a chance to return to a golden era - a time when The Beatles stopped touring and progressed to psychedelic rock; Dylan left folk and went electric; and Van Morrison hired New York’s finest jazz musicians and recorded ‘Astral Weeks’ and ‘Moondance’. They were classic albums that inspired musicians and singers around the world, including Vince Jones. “I grew up listening to those albums as a teenager,” he explains during an interview with Frankly Frankston. “Astral was one of the first albums I ever bought.” This much-loved entertainer, who is widely considered Australia’s leading jazz vocalist, says ‘Van Morrison’s Masterpieces’ is something he’s always wanted to do. Jones, by the way, www.franklyfrankston.com.au
is from the NSW south coast and has a strong following on the Mornington Peninsula, where he performs at least once a year. “Astral Weeks and ‘Moondance’ were iconic records for my generation, and important records, and that’s why I was drawn to this project,” he says. The Astral Orchestra, led by music director Matt McMahon, is an ensemble of some of Australia’s finest jazz/rock musicians and ‘Van Morrison’s Masterpieces’ performed to sold–out concerts at the 2016 Melbourne International Jazz Festival. Jones describes the production as a respectful interpretation of the original albums and “a full earful of music” for the audience. ‘Van Morrison’s Masterpieces’ is at the Frankston Arts Centre on Thursday, March 9, 8pm. Tickets: artscentre.frankston.vic.gov.au FEBRUARY 2017
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THURSDAYS Rotarians gather Rotary Club of Frankston 6pm for 6.30pm start at Frankston International Motor Inn, 389 Nepean Hwy; secretary.rcf@ gmail.com; visiting Rotarians welcome SUNDAYS Try bowls Free bowls with tuition available and refreshments to follow; first Sunday of the month, 10am-noon; wear flat-soled shoes or runners; City of Frankston Bowling Club, 12 Yuille St; phone John, 0418 331 377
NOW UNTIL MARCH 31 Bowl up Friday evening barefoot bowling, City of Frankston Bowling Club, 12 Yuille St
NOW UNTIL TUESDAY, APRIL 25 Sand-sational See princesses, pirates, dinosaurs, dragons and more at Sand Sculpting Australia’s Lands of Imagination; Frankston Waterfront, 510 Nepean Highway; opens at 10am SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 Scholarship testing Hear from principal Jonathan Walter and tour the campus with student leaders; 9am; 5971 6100 or Woodleigh.vic.edu.au
Heroes & Villans Day 10am-4pm Frankston Library, 60 Playne St Frankston 9784 1020
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 Psychic classes Experience your aura and other techniques as this seminar prepares you for psychic classes; 23 Stornoway Drive, Baxter; 2-3.30pm; $25; 0412 762 239 or www. innerpeaceforspiritualfitness.com
Bargains galore Market day, City of Frankston Bowling Club, 12 Yuille St; 8am-2pm; bar open, food and drinks available; book a stall for $15; 9783 2877 or barbieha@optusnet.com.au
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Write away First in a series of writers’ workshops looks at where you have started and your destination; hosted by Lisa Taylor, 10amnoon, Mount Eliza Neighbourhood House, 90-100 Canadian Bay Rd; $35; bookings: 9787 8160 or mountelizanh.com.au WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22 Choir boy’s Australian Welsh Male Choir’s inaugural Singing in the Pubs, Kirks on the Esplanade, Mornington; 8pm; auswelshmalechoir.org.au
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Ventana launch Month-long Ventana Festival kicks off with free opening at Cube 37, 25-37 Davey St, 7pm; exhibitions & entertainment by Murga Madre; RSVP to 9784 1060 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25 Bird song Flippin’ the Bird festival featuring grindcore heavyweights King Parrot, along with Clowns, Batpiss, Scratch N Sniff and heaps more; Singing Bird Studios, 3/3 New St; 1-11pm; tickets $40 + bf; https://www. trybooking.com/249307
Annual Fete-full day Anglican Parish of Mount Eliza, 9.30am-2pm. Book, cake and plant stalls and many more, children’s activities including pony rides, and a café with a delicious menu; 105 Koetong Pde, Mount Eliza 2nd Annual Frankston Antiques & Collectables Fair Monash Uni Sports Complex, enter via Milliard St, Frankston. 9-3.30pm P 9770 0595 SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26 Fourth annual Coast Guard Around the River Fun Run; from 8.30am; 6km and 12km courses plus free 350m run for 6yo and under; family entertainment, cooked breakfasts avail;
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Write on Second in a series of writers’ workshops looks at problem, plot, protagonist and premise; hosted by Lisa Taylor, 10am-noon, Mount Eliza Neighbourhood House, 90-100 Canadian Bay Rd; $35; bookings: 9787 8160 or mountelizanh.com.au FRIDAY, MARCH 3-SUNDAY, MARCH 5 Waterfront feast More than 30 food and beverage stalls, Asian-inspired street food, pop-up restaurants, local craft beer, cider and wine; artisan markets, DJs, live music and nightly traditional lion dances; 4-10pm FridaySaturday; noon-4pm Sunday
TUESDAY, MARCH 7 Write out Third in a series of writers’ workshops looks at content and culling – broadening and tightening your story; hosted by Lisa Taylor, 10am-noon, Mount Eliza Neighbourhood House, 90-100 Canadian Bay Rd; $35; bookings: 9787 8160 or mountelizanh.com.au WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8 Fast talk International Womens Day Luncheon Frankston Business Network lunch, Gunamatta Room, Mornington Racing Club; 11.302.30pm; speaker Pam Hawkes (Black Caviar coowner); bookings: frankstonbusinessnetwork. com.au or 9781 1422
SATURDAY, MARCH 11 Marvellous market The Big Bayside & Peninsula Design Market, Frankston Basketball Stadium, 90 Bardia Ave, Seaford; 9am-2pm Fabulous fiesta Ventana Street Fiesta featuring South American murga carnival, ethnic street
food, traditional craft stalls, children’s activities, live music and dance; noon-8pm; Wells St; free SATURDAY-MONDAY MARCH 11-13 2017 Victorian Formula 18 and 16 Catamaran State Titles, Frankston Yacht Club 30 Long Island Dve Frankston
TUESDAY, MARCH 14 Write tight Fourth in a series of writers’ workshops looks at editing; hosted by Lisa Taylor, 10am-noon, Mount Eliza Neighbourhood House, 90-100 Canadian Bay Rd; $35; bookings: 9787 8160 or mountelizanh.com.au SUNDAY, MARCH 19 Track work Kids’ Fun Run With K163; kids race historic steam train at family fundraiser for Frankston Hospital; Moorooduc station, 10am1pm; mycause.com.au/events/funrunk163
TUESDAY, MARCH 21 Write one Fifth in a series of writers’ workshops looks at formatting – InDesign versus MS Word; hosted by Lisa Taylor, 10am-noon, Mount Eliza Neighbourhood House, 90-100 Canadian Bay Rd; $35; bookings: 9787 8160 or mountelizanh.com.au SUNDAY, MARCH 26 Excitement Mounts My Mount Eliza Run and Fun Festival; 5km and 10km trail run/walk, skate/scooter/BMX comps, kids’ activities, food, exhibits and more; Emil Madsen Reserve; www. mymounteliza.org.au
TUESDAY, MARCH 28 Write off Final in a series of writers’ workshops looks at printing and publishing; hosted by Lisa Taylor, 10am-noon, Mount Eliza Neighbourhood House, 90-100 Canadian Bay Rd; $35; bookings: 9787 8160 or mountelizanh.com.au
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A new era of live music in Frankston begins with a roar next month as the 21st Century Nightclub is relaunched as the Pier Bandroom. Davey St will play host to an epic seven-hour mini-festival from 2pm on Saturday, March 18, with Birds Of Tokyo headlining a bill that includes Pierce Brothers, Ecca Vandal, Ali Barter and The Gooch Palms, with beats provided by Red Bull DJs. Once the sun goes down the action will move inside to the Pier Bandroom itself for the official launch, featuring Cog (pictured) with supports to be announced. Tickets are $40 for either event or $60 for both and are available from Oztix or www. pierbandroom.com.au On Saturday, April 1, The Living End bring their Staring Down the Highway tour to the Bandroom. With these massive shows, and a slate of live gigs www.franklyfrankston.com.au
soon to be announced, Pier Bandroom is set to become a beacon for musiclovers in Melbourne’s outer suburbs. For the biggest bands of the 1970s and ‘80s, a show at the legendary 21st Century Nightclub was an essential inclusion on the tour itinerary. Acts from Sherbet and Skyhooks to Cold Chisel and Midnight Oil paid homage to the suburban masses in this infamous shrine to excess, housing what was claimed to be the largest revolving dancefloor in the southern hemisphere. In the times since, the venue - trading as the Pier Hotel - has continued to serve up a sonic smorgasbord, hosting everything from cover bands through to techno DJs and dance parties. Its central location is one of the keys to its endearing and indeed enduring qualities. FEBRUARY 2017
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Jo Schutt and Emily Jones (pictured left) had been running their separate businesses for several years before joining forces to create The Garden in Frankston and both agree there is nothing more effective in terms of growing a business than face-to-face networking and authentic relationship-building. Their vast experience in events and passion for business development has
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lead them to create Frankston’s first large-scale event where local start-ups, SMEs and entrepreneurs could find inspiration, discover innovative business tools and potential businesses owners with whom to collaborate. The Big Small Business Expo is on March 22 at Functions by the Bay in Frankston and will include an expo with spaces for 50 sponsors and exhibitors, a conference with six high-profile keynote speakers and a networking event in the evening. The event would not be possible without the likes of GOLD Sponsors PWR Consulting Group - To join PWR & other high calibre businesses through sponsorship or exhibiting, or to purchase conference tickets visit www.thebigsmallbusinessexpo.com.au. THE GARDEN – MIND BODY BUSINESS A: 4 Ross Smith Ave, Frankston T: 0425 785 161 W: thegardenfrankston.com.au
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With the wealth of knowledge available at our fingertips and access to a huge range of supportive services, there has never been a better time to start a business - and Frankston has been named one of the leading places in Victoria to make that happen. The launch of the inaugural Big Small Business Expo combines the essential ingredients required for a successful start-up.
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Foundry forges ahead Frankston Foundry has received $154,500 as part of the State Government’s $60 million LaunchVic initiative.
The co-working space and start-up incubator for entrepreneurs and technical professionals was established last year by Cameron Rambert and James Bertschik. It is designed to give like-minded businesses a space from which to work where they have the opportunity to learn from one another, generate ideas and build partnerships. Frankston state Labor MP Paul Edbrooke praised the government’s investment in the region. “Frankston is a fantastic place to live, work and do business and our continued investment in these vital initiatives not only supports future local job creation but it strengthens our growing reputation as a regional tech hub.”
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The foundry now has plans to turbocharge innovation on the Mornington Peninsula with the appointment of a dedicated community manager and the development of a program of events, including an annual hackathon. Watch this space!
Employees suffering an injury, illness or disability will have access to a program that will help them stay in work.
Campbell Page is a Frankston-based not-for-profit organisation that secures long-term employment for the most disadvantaged, and Job in Jeopardy is a free program funded by the Federal Government for those at risk of losing their job through injury, illness or a disability. Campbell Page staff will work with the employer and employee to keep the person at work and return them to being a productive employee. This will help relieve the frustration of an underperforming employee and allow the employer to focus on business while the worker is helped to get back to being a valued member of the team. There are recognised cost savings in retaining current employees rather than having to hire new replacements, and less downtime while a new employee learns the job and the company. Assistance and support as well as workplace modifications and equipment that may be required by the employee is provided free through the program, and Campbell Page will provide a work support consultant to provide one-on-one support to the employee to work out what support will be required. For details, phone Campbell Page on 9293 7570.
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International Women’s Day – Get On Board! Hundreds of people will gather at Mornington Racecourse on March 8 to celebrate International Women’s Day and you can be a part of it. International Women’s Day is celebrated across the globe on March 8 each year. On the Peninsula the day is marked by a breakfast attended by a diverse range of professional men and women who recognise the important role women play in modern society. The event, now in its third year, is jointly arranged by the Rotary clubs of Frankston North, Frankston, Mt Eliza and Peninsula 2.0. All profits are donated to charity. International Women’s Day is about celebration, reflection, advocacy and action. The breakfast runs from 7am-9am. More than 370 guests attended the 2016 event and organisers expect an even bigger crowd this year. The speakers are Australian Small Business
and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Kate Carnell and Susan Berg, author of ‘The Girl Who Lived’. Susan was the sole survivor of a boating accident at the age of 15 that claimed the lives of her mother, father and brother. On January 7, 2017, Susan faced her greatest fear - open water - and swam the world’s largest open water event, the Lorne Pier to Pub. This was part of her ongoing journey of self-healing and to encourage other women to confront and overcome their own fears. Tickets $50 each, tables of ten $500, buy at: iwdbreakfast2017.eventbrite.com.au Enquiries to David on 0414 996 798. Mornington
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Ayurveda has arrived at Little Earth Health Ayurveda is one of the great gifts of the sages of ancient India to mankind. As the oldest recorded scientific medical system in the world, Ayurveda has a long record of clinical experience in the conventional sense to cure disease, but also as a way of life that teaches us how to maintain and protect our health. Little Earth Health is excited to welcome Dr Madhu into its little tribe of specialised practitioners who will be providing Ayurveda consultations and tactile treatments exclusively from the Little Earth Health clinic.
Dr Madhu is one of a very few highly qualified Ayurveda practitioners in Australia with extensive experience in the field of Ayurveda, having obtained her Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery, a Master of Science in Counselling and Psychotherapy and a Post Graduation- Doctor (PhD) of Medicine (MD) from one of the most renowned and oldest Ayurveda colleges in India. She specialises in women’s health, pre and postnatal care, infertility, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, asthma, allergies, digestive disorders, IBS, skin diseases, psoriasis,
eczema, depression, anxiety, insomnia, ADD, ADHD, diabetes, heart disease and a variety of other health conditions. Ayurveda treats the individual as a “whole” – which is a combination of body, mind and soul. Therefore it is a truly holistic and integral medical system. LITTLE EARTH HEALTH A: 114b Nepean Highway, Seaford T: 97736915 M: 0400 077 901 E: littleearthhealth@gmail.com
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Swimland a success story Since its beginning in 1972, Paul Sadler Swimland has spent years refining and developing its unique program and has had thousands of swimmers experience the Paul Sadler Swimland way of learning to swim. Paul Sadler Swimland believes it is the small successes that provide the proudest moments for swimmers and their families and has a strong
focus on deep water survival. The structured, certificate-based design of its program teaches swimmers the required skills from the beginner stage right through to competitive swimming. Regardless of where your child enters the program, Paul Sadler Swimland’s goal is for all swimmers to achieve their Swordy 1km Gold Medal and their Swimland Diploma. PAUL SADLER SWIMLAND A: 149 Hall Rd, Carrum Downs T: 9782 9444 W: paulsadlerswimland.com
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IN SKIN CARE Interface Skin Clinic specialises in anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers as well as skin needling, medical grade peels and facials and a range of cosmecutical skin care products prescribed to your specific skin care needs.
Owner Donna Black is a registered nurse with 20 years’ experience in the health and cosmetic industry and practises in association with a cosmetic medical practitioner. “I am committed to ongoing training and professional development so my clients receive the most up to date advice, treatments, products and injecting techniques that are safe and matched to your skin type and structure. “We all age differently and have different expectations so I invest the time in getting to know my clients and their lifestyle - one size does not fit all. A thorough consultation and facial assessment is conducted prior to any treatment to determine the most appropriate procedure and course of treatment to enhance and accentuate your natural features and beauty. “My holistic approach to consultation ensures a premier personalised treatment regime that will deliver a quality service and high level of satisfaction.” INTERFACE SKIN CLINIC A: Clinics in Aspendale and Edithvale T: 0408 172 855 W: interfaceskinclinic.com
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Small to medium businesses will get the chance to make 2017 a year of expansion and growth when Smart Business Solutions hosts BITE Conference 2017 in May. One of the Peninsula’s most awarded accounting firms, Smart Business Solutions has designed BITE Conference to direct businesses to all that’s available in integrated technology. To be held at Mornington Racecourse on May 10, BITE Conference is aimed at those wanting to run their business more efficiently, and explore the latest and greatest technologies available to small business. Awarded 2016 Victorian Xero Accounting Firm Partner of the Year, Shannon Smit and Nadia Hughes are your kind of accountants. Shannon’s a real go-getter who has genuine energy and enthusiasm for every single thing she does, and it’s www.franklyfrankston.com.au
no surprise she was appointed as an adviser to the Australian Government’s Board of Taxation. Nadia’s passion for accounting and financial planning means she never stops researching the latest financial legislation changes and nutting out nifty new wealth maximisation strategies for each and every one of her clients. 1 +1 =3 Wait … what!? They are accountants, right? Correct, but they think conceptually and strategically, not just in a number-crunching linear fashion. BITE Conference 2017 and Smart Business Solutions – it’s your winning formula. SMART BUSINESS SOLUTIONS A: Level 1, 328 Main St, Mornington T: 5911 7000 W: www.smartbusinesssolutions.com.au
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The spectacular Frankston Waterfront drew thousands of residents and visitors for two days of family fun last month. The annual Waterfront Festival from January 14-15 featured live music, beach and water sports, an art and craft show, a fun fair with rides and amusements, a beer, wine and cider garden and a make, bake, sow or grow marketplace, as well as more than 20 food trucks and Sand Sculpting Australia’s Lands of Imagination display. Mayor Brian Cunial estimated 25,000 to 30,000 people enjoyed the two-day festival, a highlight of which was the much-anticipated fireworks display on the Saturday night. “Many visitors flocked to the Frankston foreshore for a close-up view of the display, while others watched on from various locations across Frankston City,” Cr Cunial said. “Despite the weather being a little cooler than many had hoped for, it didn’t hinder the spirit of festivalgoers. We look forward to having everyone back on Frankston’s pristine waterfront for next year’s event.” Festival photos by JP
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Walk it, run it … just be in it! The countdown is now on for the inaugural MY Mt Eliza Run & Fun Festival 2017 to be held on Sunday, March 26, at Emil Madsen Reserve, Mount Eliza. Festival Director Geoff Nyssen is encouraging everyone to be a part of this special trail run/walk event. “We are hoping families and friends in our community can challenge their fitness on the 5km flat course at a cost of only $35, or the 10km more difficult trail run through the Moorooduc Quarry for a registration fee of $45, with all participants receiving a free t-shirt. Teams and families of four attract a discounted price”. “Our community are also invited to enjoy a premium skate/BMX/scooter competition delivered by YMCA Victorian Skate Park League, premium food and beverage vendors, a Gaelic sword tournament, the Commonfolk Coffee Company barista challenge, cooking demonstrations, face painting, a jumping castle, and lots more familyfriendly activities with prizes and giveaways on offer,” Geoff said. All funds raised on March 26 will go to Myeloma Australia to support patients with terminal blood cancer and their carers. For more information go to www. mymounteliza.org.au
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eats & drinks It wasn’t long after Kristine Russo and her husband, Mic, moved to Seaford that she noticed there was something missing. “I asked ‘Where is the Asian shop here?’ There wasn’t one. So I said to Mic, ‘I’m going to park my corporate career; I’m going to open an Asian shop’.” Kristine and her family came to Australia from the Philippines 24 years ago. After completing school at Parramatta in Sydney, she embarked on a 14-year career as an auditor that included work with OneSteel in Whyalla (where she met Mic, a chemical engineer) and in Melbourne with Toll Holdings. When Japan Post bought Toll, her role was made redundant, and while she had never aspired to open a business, she decided there was a gap that needed to be filled and set about doing so. Frankston Council invited her to apply for a Small Business Grant; she was unsuccessful, but the
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application conditions required her to have an existing lease and a business plan. So she now had a shop in Balmoral St and her plan, and the wheels were in motion. She also met Wade, who was applying for a grant as well and who subsequently designed her simple but striking business logo. “I wanted the bamboo incorporated; not only is it abundant in Asia, it is very useful - it provides shade, it gives food, it’s used as a tool - but mostly because it is resilient, it perseveres through storms. That’s a quality I very much relate to.” MicMacs – a blend of ‘Michael’ and her maiden name ‘Macmang’- has been trading in Frankston for 14 months, and although Kristine doesn’t pretend it’s been easy, it has at least been satisfying. And through Facebook, Google and word of mouth, her customer base is growing, no doubt in part by the convenience of not having to travel to Springvale or Dandenong for genuine Asian pastes and sauces, but also because of Kristine’s ebullient personality
and genuine desire to help. She maintains a spreadsheet with at least 400 customer requests for products that she tenaciously tracks down, from vegan bacon to gluten-free dumplings. “Being a small business owner comes with a lot of pressures and financial stress – maintaining our mental health is very important. I am very grateful for my family, friends and our customers’ great support. I never focus on how much money I can get from a transaction; rather, how can I meet our customers’ needs. I really love helping my customers. Their positive feedback had been most rewarding. “A lot of my old colleagues in corporate ask, ‘How are you going?’ and I say, ‘I’ve never worked so hard’. For 14 months I have worked seven days a week with hardly any financial reward. However, I’ve never felt so happy, healthy and satisfied. Finally I’ve achieved the role I wanted, to be able to operate with integrity, engage with and assist people, and be real - just be myself.”
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Street food will once again take centre stage when Feast at Frankston Waterfront comes to the Pier Promenade next month. In what promises to be a gastronomical delight for foodies, Peninsula breweries and wineries will showcase their finest vintages as popup bars serve Asian-inspired cocktails and food trucks dispense a delicious array of Filipino barbecue fare, Indian cuisine, Japanese crepes, Indonesian food, sugarcane juice, lobster rolls and more. Festoon lighting and lanterns will illuminate and transform the promenade into an environment reminiscent of an Asian-style hawker market, with artisan stalls, live entertainment, amusements and traditional lion dances each night. Frankston City Mayor Brian Cunial www.franklyfrankston.com.au
described Feast at Frankston Waterfront as “another not-to-bemissed event on Frankston City’s growing calendar of popular events”. “Feast at Frankston Waterfront has everything you need set against the iconic Frankston Pier and glistening bay to set the scene for a great time with family and friends,” Cr Cunial said. “With all the sights, sounds and smells of an Asian hawker market, taking in the excitement of the popular street food experience, follow your nose to the Frankston Waterfront for an event that will tempt the tastebuds.” Feast at Frankston Waterfront is at the Pier Promenade on Friday and Saturday, March 3-4, from 4-10pm and Sunday, March 5, from noon6pm. Entry is $2 with children under 15 admitted free of charge.
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Alfresco style at The Boathouse Summer is the perfect time of the year to enjoy relaxed alfresco dining on The Boathouse deck. Book a table with friends and enjoy Happy Hour every Friday from 4-6pm with half-price cocktails and $5 beer and cider (on tap) and house wine. Stay and watch the sunset across the creek while delighting your tastebuds with the flavours of summer, such as chilled summer asparagus, pan-seared calamari tossed with chorizo, and cappelleti pasta, chilli, olives, tomato and roquette, followed by spiced honey and chocolate bavarois for dessert. “Our ever-changing menu takes advantage of seasonal and locally sourced produce wherever possible,” says The Boathouse owner Cameron Taylor. “We have a fantastic cocktail menu featuring old-time favourites like Long Island Iced Tea, Cosmopolitan and Espresso Martini, or perhaps try something new like a Cheeky Applejack or Honey Blonde with Kahlua, Baileys, Butterscotch and milk.” If you love food photos, make sure you follow The Boathouse on Instagram or Facebook and stay up to date with what’s going on at Frankston’s premier dining destination. It’s open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner. THE BOATHOUSE RESTAURANT A: 366 Nepean Highway, Frankston T: 9770 5330 W: theboathouserestaurant.com.au/ FB/I: @theboathousefrankston
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Cider secrets revealed at Red Hill Show Red Hill Cider Show Saturday, 11th March, 2017 (as part of the Red Hill Show)
All cider makers are invited to enter. Judged by an experienced industry panel. Entry to the public sampling FREE as part of the Red Hill Show ticket P: 5989 2357 E: info@redhillshow.com.au www.redhillshow.com.au RedHillShow
Do you love Cider? If the answer is yes, then you’re in for something special at the Cider Marquee at the 89th Red Hill Show on March 11. Cider makers of all levels are invited to come together and compare technique, flavour and innovation in their industry. There will be New World and traditional types of Cider, Perry (alcoholic beverage made from fermented pears) and various blends will be on show and available for tasting. Head Cider maker Nyall Condon at Flying Brick Cider on the Bellarine Peninsula will oversee the experienced panel of judges from across the
industry. Judging occurs on March 9 and the Cider Show culminates with a mini master class and the tastings on Red Hill Show Day, when trophies will be awarded. All Cider makers participating in the Cider Show are encouraged to promote their delicious product on the day of the Show. Entries are open for all of February and cost is $10 per entry. Entry forms and further information is available on the Red Hill Show website. THE CIDER SHOW AT THE RED HILL SHOW T: 5989 2357 W: redhillshow.com.au FB: RedHillShow
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THE ORIGINAL The International Cool Climate Wine Show - Get Involved! The International Cool Climate Wine Show is recognised as Australia’s foremost show for inspirational cool climate wines. The Mornington Peninsula boasts some of the best Cool Climate wine in the world, making it a perfect venue for an international show. The 17th International Cool Climate Wine Show runs from may 22 – 29, with a Public Tasting on May 22 and the Awards Presentation Dinner on May 26. Buy your tickets now at coolclimatewineshow.org.au Each year the ICCWS attracts more than 600 wines in 42 classes, including new Italian classes thanks to a recent partnership with the Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Entries are open until Friday, March 10. This is an opportunity to benchmark in a show where like is judged against like, where elegant wines with restrained fruit are seen www.franklyfrankston.com.au
at their best, and where diversity is encouraged and rewarded. The public can access these wines at the Public Tasting and at the Awards Dinner to be held at the recently renovated Mornington Racecourse. At these events, you can explore wines from 2013 (and older vintages in some classes), compare wines of the same grape variety from different regions, or focus on wines from specific regions or vintages. Tickets for the Master Class, held in Melbourne at William Angliss, are strictly limited. Chair of judges, Meg Brodtmann MW, will present the gold medal and trophy winning wines, along with her personal selection of unusual, interesting and trend-setting wines. INTERNATIONAL COOL CLIMATE WINE SHOW W: coolclimatewineshow.org.au E: info@coolclimatewine.org.au
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Take a picturesque Peninsula setting at an iconic Mornington Peninsula venue, throw in a four-course degustation with Peninsula craft beers to match each dish, a beer expert to explain the intricacies of the combination and finish it off with superb music from one of Australia’s hottest young Blues bands and you have the makings of a very unique, not to be missed Peninsula event. Blues, Brews and Fine Food for Senses, - a ground breaking concept that combines these three much loved elements - will be held at Max’s Restaurant in Red Hill on Sunday February 26, from 1pm to 4pm. The sumptuous degustation has been specifically designed by local legend Max Paganoni for the occasion with The Beer Diva Kirrily Waldhorn assisting with her selected matching local craft beer samples and presenting a discussion on the virtues of combining craft beer with fine dining. Blue Eyes Cry are a band that have been setting the Australian Blues scene ablaze for some time with their high class, dynamic Blues and funk sound which will be guaranteed to get everyone’s feet tapping during the culinary proceedings. With just 100 tickets available for your comfort it would be wise to book early to avoid disappointment at Max’s restaurant, 53 Shoreham Rd, Red Hill South, on 5931 0177. Tables of 10 are available. Good tastes and Blues never felt so good. www.franklyfrankston.com.au
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DCB specialises in a number of products that can make a difference to your energy consumption and your bank balance. DCB’s curtains create a trapped layer of air between the fabric and the window, which results in an insulating air pocket. Studies demonstrate that curtains made from block-out fabrics can reduce heat gains by 33 per cent. Alpha Awnings from DCB are ideal for regulating the amount of solar energy that reaches the facade of your home. They can greatly improve your home’s energy efficiency in summer, reducing solar heat gain by up to 77 per cent on windows. If you’re interested in finding out more about DCB’s range, contact the DCB Fountain Gate
team on 9704 8654 or visit their showroom at 10/44 Victor Cres, Narre Warren. Alternatively, contact the DCB Mornington team on 5975 3655 or drop by their showroom in the Peninsula Home Centre, Shop C4 1128-1132 Nepean Highway, Mornington. Both showrooms are open seven days and offer a free in-home measure and quote service. DOLLAR CURTAINS & BLINDS A: 10/44 Victor Cres, Narre Warren T: 9704 8654 A: Shop C4, 1128-1132 Nepean Highway, Mornington T: 5975 3655
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home garden decor With new containers of Indian antiques and homewares having just arrived and new lounges too, now is the perfect time to check out what’s fresh at Vast Interior. There’s always something to catch the eye among Vast’s ever-changing furniture and homewares stocks, including one-off pieces that make a statement. Michael and Jenny Warhurst love to travel the world searching for superior furniture, and they’re passionate about the quality handcrafted timber furniture they stock. “We use sustainable, renewable and recycled materials and all our furniture is created by hand, eye and heart,” www.franklyfrankston.com.au
Michael said. As well as magnificent hand-crafted dining tables ranging from 90cm to 320cm, Vast also carries paintings, monk statues, artificial plants, cushions, giftware, buffets and TV units and will deliver anywhere for a minimal fee. Come in to view beautiful furniture that is made to last from generation to generation. VAST INTERIOR Open 7 days A: 8/684-700 Frankston Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs T: 8787 7401 W: vastinterior.com.au
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Bayssour Painting built on trust Having been in business for more than 30 years, Sam Elaridi, of Bayssour Painting & Decorating, is a true professional. “I work on trust and honesty,” Sam says. “All work is guaranteed.” Sam specialises in transforming homes and properties inside and out, whether it’s a new paint job on a new build or renovation, or a refresh on existing paintwork. “I can also give advice if needed on new trends and fashions, colours and what will look good.” Located in Frankston, Bayssour Painting & Decorating services houses and commercial properties from Portsea to Melbourne. Sam is fully equipped to handle larger projects with a team of trusted contractors to assist when required. Client satisfaction is of the highest importance and Sam guarantees 100 per cent satisfaction. Phone today for your free quote. BAYSSOUR PAINTING & DECORATING M: 0414 741 203
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If you’re looking for choice and quality furnishings then look no further than Frankston Auction Mart. With seven factories full of eclectic furniture and homewares plus a bevy of decorating ideas, this onestop spot for all things home gives the word “variety” new meaning. Frankston Auction Mart has something to suit all tastes and
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