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Brooke’s life in the fast lane Brooke Hogan, 24, is one of Australia’s top models, she’s from Frankston and she has just been named the Female Ambassador for the 2017 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix (March 23-26). This ‘girl next door’ shot to prominence when she appeared on Australia’s Next Top Model 2013 and she now has more than half a million followers on social media. She spoke with Frankly Frankston about her meteoric rise, her new role and her love for Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula. Tell us where you grew up and what you love about the area. I am a Frankston girl born and bred and I love it. My parents still live there and I love going home to visit them. I went to Ballam Park Primary School and McClelland College in Frankston. I have always loved living on the Peninsula. They say home is where the heart is and I believe that 100 per cent. There are so many things I love and the list is continuing to grow. There are some great new little cafés and shops but my favourite thing about the area would have to be that it is where my family are. My boyfriend, Myles, lives in Portsea so I would say I spend 50 per cent of my time in Melbourne and the other 50 on the Peninsula. Name your favourite café, restaurant and beach on the Peninsula? I have two favourite cafés - 6 Nutrition in Frankston (they have the best acai bowls ever) and also Store Fifteen in Mornington (really healthy and organic foods with delicious www.franklyfrankston.com.au
smoothies). Favourite restaurants would be DOC in Mornington and Hotel Sorrento in Sorrento. Favourite beach would be Shelley Beach in Portsea - the water is super clean, there is a beautiful view on the walk down, a little pier to walk down as well and it isn’t too crowded … unless it’s peak summer time. Do you use Peninsula locations in your Instagram photos? Yes, all the time. What does it mean to be named the 2017 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix Female Ambassador? It is a role that I have had my eye on for quite a while now and I am over the moon that the opportunity has come around. The Grand Prix is such an iconic time for Australia and we are so lucky to host such a prestigious event here in Melbourne. It’s going to be an actionpacked exciting few days and I am thrilled to showcase Melbourne in all its glory. What is your message to young women, particularly local girls, who might wish to dream big and follow in your footsteps? I could write an essay on this. My advice would be, don’t doubt yourself. If you want something, you need to work as hard as you can to get there. You can’t just sit around waiting for something to happen. It doesn’t work like that. Figure out what it is you want to do, get up and go get it. For Grand Prix tickets, go to www.grandprix. com.au/tickets MARCH 2017
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Women’s team to make its mark It would be fitting if the Frankston Dolphins Junior Football Club was able to field a senior women’s team in this its 50th year – and there is every indication it will do exactly that. With about a month to go before the launch of the AFL South East Women’s Football League, club spokesman Paul Wright is confident of getting the numbers to put a team on the park. Last year about 10 women answered the club’s call for expressions of interest, and women are turning up to weekly training sessions. It’s also likely the club will elevate a couple of players from last year’s under-18s. Given that other clubs have had last-minute player registrations to get them over the line, it’s looking very good for the Dolphins. Paul says the interest in and growth of women’s footy in the past few years has been “amazing”, and has obviously been boosted by the launch of the AFL women’s competition. “We used to have a couple of girls playing junior footy in our mixed teams and it went from that to a fully-fledged under-18 side and an under-13 side last year. Our under-13s won the Grand Final and our under-18s got pipped by a couple of points in their Grand Final. “This year we’ve got under-18s, under-15s www.franklyfrankston.com.au
and under-12s – so we’ll have girls across the whole spread of age groups, which is incredible going from three or four girls playing in mixed comp a few years back.” For the Dolphins, a stand-along junior club that formed in 1967 when Frankston entered the VFA, developing a senior women’s team – and potentially a senior men’s team down the track – is a natural progression. “We had two girls’ teams last year and we’ll have three this year across all age groups, so the natural extension is to develop a senior women’s team. It keeps the fabric within the club; otherwise the players splinter off and you lose that connectivity. “It’s the same for our boys - they get to the under-17s or under-18s and there’s nowhere for them to go. What we’re trying to do is build that pathway for them.” Age and lack of experience are no barriers – the Dolphins already have a 32-year-old who is returning to the game after a few years, and Paul expects other clubs will have players who are fairly new to footy. “So for anyone who hasn’t played before or hasn’t played for a long time, I think it’s open to all abilities.” If you’re interested in being a part of history, email dolphinsfc@optusnet. com.au or visit www.fdjfc.com.au for more details. Pictures: Gary Bradshaw MARCH 2017
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Shrek and Kung-Fu Panda will light up Rosebud’s Foreshore from March 25 at an Australian-first exhibition with some of DreamWorks Animation’s best known characters in a largescale lantern experience. Lights by DreamWorks is an interactive, walkthrough experience for all ages and is set to run for 30 days and attract local and international 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. Visitors to the exhibition will also meet the stars and be treated to a variety of scenographic pieces, LED furnishings, themed technology and learning zones, children’s rides and an animatronic dragon. Tickets are available now by calling the booking office on 1300 307 740 or via Ticketmaster. For more information, go to http:// www.dreamworkslights.com.au © 2017 DreamWorks Animation LLC. Al Rights Reserved. Everything we love about Frankston, fresh every month
Games on for Local Legends On your marks, get set, go nominate a Local Legend to carry the Queen’s Baton as it passes through Frankston on its way to the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. Frankston Council has launched a community nomination program to give residents of the city and the surrounding area the opportunity to carry the baton on the Frankston leg of its journey on Sunday, February 11, 2018. Baton-bearers are people of all abilities who inspire others to be great, showcasing their sporting achievements and community contribution to the world, and Mayor Brian Cunial said the Queen’s Baton Relay was “a rare opportunity to shine a
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light on the people and places that help make our community truly great”. “We’re delighted for Frankston City to take part in this iconic sporting tradition and I encourage you to nominate a Local Legend you think deserves to be a baton-bearer, whether they’re an aspiring young person or someone who is already accomplished,” Cr Cunial said. The baton, which contains a message from The Queen, was scheduled to leave Buckingham Palace on March 13 on its 388-day, 230,000km journey through all 70 nations and territories of the
Commonwealth. After it arrives in Australia some 3800 people will carry the baton as it makes its way around the country, arriving in the Gold Coast on April 4 for the opening ceremony. The Games will be declared officially open when The Queen’s message is read aloud. For more information and to nominate a Local Legend, visit www.gc2018.com/qbr PICTURED Frankston Mayor Brian Cunial with Seaford Little Athletics member Elli Symonds and Olympic gold medallist Debbie Flintoff-King.
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a Bachelor in Communication Design with minors in Media, as well as Diplomas in Digital Marketing, Social Media & Online Reputation Management and Photography. Prior to joining our team she interned at Black Pearl recording studios and enjoyed travelling through Malaysia, Europe and the United Kingdom. Outside of work she enjoys day trips exploring waterfalls and hidden beaches with her boyfriend, hamburger nights and Netflix marathons. Kate can’t wait to explore food, fashion, events, people and places across the greater Frankston!
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The awards could not have come at a better time. On the eve of a 30-date UK/US tour and with his new album just released globally, Frankston bluesman Geoff Achison “pretty much scooped the pool” at the Chain Australian Blues Awards: Album of the Year for Another Mile, Another Minute; Song of the Year (I’m Gonna Ride); Producer of the Year (Geoff and father-and-son team Rob and Ben Harwood); Group of the Year (which his Souldiggers shared with the “fantastic” Justin Yap Band); and Artist of the Year. The awards justified Geoff’s attempt to take his music to the next level. “We were committed to making the best possible album, having learnt in the past that now and again because of budget constraints we would cut corners. We were trying as hard as we could to not do that and then found that it wasn’t getting completed because we were just running out of money.” So Geoff’s wife, Michelle, suggested crowdfunding to keep those corners intact. “When it was initially suggested I was a bit coy about it – I felt like it was asking people to give us a handout – but once we got into it I realised it’s not like that at all – you’re really appealing to your support network to get on board and be involved in the process.” Geoff would post regular updates on YouTube, playing demos of songs he and the band were working on. “I’ve never done that before; usually we keep all that stuff a secret as much as we possibly can because you really want people’s first hearing of a new song to be when it’s completed. So I had to drop some walls there and allow people to see into the inner workings of putting it together. But the response was fantastic. “Then I did about 20 different events around the place which were anything from house concerts to guitar lessons as people snapped up these little packages that Michelle offered, and it was actually really fun because I got to meet a lot of people and go to their houses and sit down and play a few tunes – it was great.
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“For all the accolades we’ve got for the album, which is fantastic, the experience of the music for us is best when it’s live on stage and we’ve got an audience and we just have our own little party. I love it; it’s the greatest job in the world.” Everything we love about Frankston, fresh every month
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High-rise development leads the way A landmark residential project proposed for Frankston could trigger a property boom. Peninsula Project Group says its Allure Bayside development, at 10-12 Davey St, will be first high-rise residential development in the Bayside/ Mornington Peninsula region, and with the area primed for growth it’s unlikely to be the last. The 14-storey development will include 77 one, two and threebedroom luxury apartments and penthouses above a single-level podium incorporating existing heritage buildings, with a four-level basement carpark below. One heritage façade will contain a gymnasium, golf and yoga room, the other incorporating café space with a garden terrace. “The hero of these apartments is the bay views from the Melbourne CBD to Sorrento,” a PPG spokesman said. “This sets Allure Bayside apart from other similar priced low-rise apartment buildings in the area. “Now is the time to invest in Frankston property, while property prices are still low, rental demand is high and property value is only just commencing its incline. The trick is to invest in areas that have not yet experienced their property ‘boom’. This is where property owners will make significant returns.” Forty-five per cent of the apartments have already been sold, mostly to owner-occupiers. Construction is forecast to start in May. PENINSULA PROJECT GROUP A: 10-12 Davey St, Frankston T: 1300 336 542 E: admin@allurebayside.com.au W: www.allurebayside.com.au
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Mornington’s coolest food, wine and music gathering, The Peninsula Picnic, is back! Presented by Infiniti, and this year taking place on the first Saturday in April, it will be the perfect weekend event for foodies, music aficionados and families alike. Headlined by Melbourne rhythm ensemble The Cat Empire, with a supporting line-up of rocking acts including Bob Evans (Jebediah frontman), Sydney folk angels All Our Exes Live in Texas and local up-and-comers nyck and Harrison Storm, the Mornington Racecourse is set to entertain on April 1. Eight of the region’s best
restaurants and five wineries have been handpicked to keep the crowds buzzing across the one-day festival, including Max’s at Red Hill, Merricks General Wine Store, Alatonero, Polperro, Montalto, Green Olive, D.O.C Mornington, Quely and Flinders Hotel all popping up to fill your basket and your glass. Pitched among the pristine greenery of the Mornington Racecourse, seamlessly blending the authenticity of a food and wine event with the fun and energy of a live music festival, The Peninsula Picnic presented by Infiniti has built a name for itself as one of the best boutique festivals the state has to
offer. Organisers have expanded the event space for a greater audience, and more great real estate to spread your rug. There will be no better way to spend your Saturday than with some mates, fresh food and wine and a comfortable patch of grass with The Cat Empire and the stunning Mornington Peninsula as your backdrop. Tickets are on sale now and expected to sell fast, grab your group, pack your picnic blanket and head to www.peninsulapicnic.com. au to secure your spot now.
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Get your paddling arms in shape and get on board an event that’s about to redefine the concept of surfing for a good cause. On Saturday, April 1, the Mornington Peninsula surfing community will host a unique surf competition at Shoreham with a simple goal – to raise money for the Disabled Surfing Association’s Mornington Peninsula Branch (DSAMP). It doesn’t get much more community than this. Registrations are open and excitement is building, with the major prize a $2000 travel voucher from JetStar. All funds raised at the inaugural DSAMP Champs event will help fund DSAMP’s two annual events for surfers with disabilities, held at Pt Leo. The DSAMP Champs is no ordinary surfing competition. It’s designed to create the ultimate level playing field for all competitors. As organiser Rod Jones from The FirstReef Project team (essentially an organised group of local surfers with big hearts, looking for innovative ways to support surfers with disabilities) explains, all entrants will surf on identical boards – 10’ soft longboards - and wait ‘til you hear about how you can win! “There are some very good surfers down here who would dominate the competition so we were very keen right from the start to make sure it wasn’t a normal www.franklyfrankston.com.au
competition,” Rod explains. “We’ve come up with a fun concept where it’s a team competition, each team has four surfers, and so long as all team members paddle out, catch one wave and stand up, your team qualifies for the prize draw.” So yes, the winning team, plus second and third prizes, will ultimately be drawn from a hat. Maladiction Longboarders (a club of devoted local surfers - www.maladiction.org) came up with the prize draw idea and will run the event; Jetstar is on board as the major sponsor via its Community Grant Fund; Trigger Bros are donating the second prize (a Trigger Bros Surf Pack) and third prize is dinner for four at Stillwater at Crittenden, donated
by Peninsula Speech Pathology Services. There are also a bunch of fabulous and fun minor prizes:, for the highest team score, longest noseride, best wipeout, most outrageous manœuvre, best costumes, paddle race winner and beach volleyball winner. The minor prizes include an iPad from Telstra Frankston, wine packs, beer packs, a surf wear pack from Bass Surfboards, and a Gonadman pack from Mark Sutherland! Entry is $200 per team, register at www.firstreef. weebly.com or ring Rod on 0438 458 064, and for more on the DSAMP visit www.disabledsurfers. org/vic/morning-peninsula-branch MARCH 2017
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Fusion brings hope and new life “I now have life - not life as in I get up in the morning and do my daily things and go to bed at night, but I now have a good life with hope and a future.”
Since being encouraged to improve her health and take up sports, she is also studying to become a PE teacher and is now giving back to the Fusion community as a mentor to other young girls.
Fusion resident Jane* is testament to the youth and community organisation’s success in strengthening the lives of young people through a community-based response of education, accommodation, supporting and sharing of life.
This is the heart of Fusion’s work - to bring life to its fullest. Fusion seeks to provide opportunities for young people to discover who they are and realise their true potential through reconciliation, transformation and restoration.
Located in the former Army Barracks in Mount Martha, Fusion’s programs seek to connect young people to networks in the community and engage them with a wider sense of belonging and achievement. By providing early interventions to youths within its program, Fusion seeks to address many issues that trigger long-term homelessness.
Fusion’s fundraising dinner, Feast for Life, will be held on Saturday, March 18, from 6.30pm at Toorak College. Tickets are $60 or $550 for a table of 10; email Steph.Byrne@fusion.org.au or phone 5974 1442. * Name changed to protect her identity
With the support of Fusion, Jane’s life was transformed. She learnt how to live with others harmoniously - a process that involved managing conflict, becoming aware of the impact of her own actions, and reconciling differences – and with mediation support this allowed her to ultimately restore the relationship with her mother.
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Choir on song for first Asian tour Can you say “Llanfairpwyllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch” in one breath? No? Well, don’t worry, it’s not a requirement for joining the Australian Welsh Male Choir. In fact, only six of the Frankston-based choir’s 60 members can speak much Welsh at all, so it’s probably fortunate that most of its repertoire is in English. What is important, however, is a love of camaraderie and singing. And possibly travel – the choir is currently on its first tour of Asia, visiting Taiwan, China and Hong Kong for a series of performances including concerts on the Great Wall of China, in Shanghai and in Frankston’s Sister City of Wuxi. In Hong Kong the choir will take part in a joint concert with the Hong Kong Welsh Male Voice Choir. Since its formation in 1974 as the Frankston Welsh Male Choir it has toured overseas many times and chalked up several milestones along the way. In 1983 the choir was invited to join the Association of Welsh Choirs and became the first choir outside Wales to be accorded that honour. The following year it toured the UK, where it became the first choir outside Wales to sing at the 1000 Voice Festival at the Royal Albert Hall, and in 1988 it was invited back to the festival to perform solo - the only choir to have done so. In 2000, the choir travelled to Wales and England to yet again represent Australia at the massed choir concert in Cardiff. It toured Wales, Ireland and England in 2004, 2012 and 2015 and New Zealand’s North Island in 2008. Closer to home the choir has performed at the Sydney Opera House and
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regularly performs in Melbourne and throughout Victoria as well as singing to assist various charitable appeals. In October it will join 14 other choirs performing in Wollongong as part of the Male Choir Association of Australia before heading off to Scotland, Wales and England in October next year. The choir includes members from Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula as well as Berwick, Cranbourne, Wheelers Hill, Noble Park and Dingley, and new members are always welcome. It rehearses at Baxter Village every Monday at 7pm, and the initial audition consists of simply singing Happy Birthday to determine which section of the choir new members would be suitable for: first tenor, second tenor, baritone or bass. About a quarter of the choir’s repertoire is in Welsh and the majority of members learn the words by phonetics; the Welshmen in the choir will assist new members with pronunciation, and there are tapes and CDs available to help as well. Anyone interested in joining is invited to come along to a rehearsal, or phone 0425 725 525 or email awmcsecretary@gmail.com for more information. And to get a taste of what the choir is all about, you can also get along to Kirks Hotel on the Esplanade in Mornington on the last Wednesday of each month for Singing In The Pub - an evening of fun, fellowship and of course singing in the traditional Welsh style at 8pm. Entry is free, no bookings are required, and meals and drinks are available at bar prices. All welcome. Oh, and that tongue-twister at the top? It means “Saint Mary’s Church in the hollow of the white hazel near a rapid whirlpool and the Church of St Tysilio of the red cave”. Just so you know … Everything we love about Frankston, fresh every month
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It’s never too early to introduce your child to the wonderful world of books, and libraries throughout Frankston have a range of weekly storytime sessions for tiny tots, preschoolers and children up to the age of five. Frankston Library, 60 Playne St: Tiny Tots (0-2 years) Monday 10.30am, Wednesday 10.30am; preschool (3-5 years) Tuesday* 10.30am, Thursday 10.30am; Carrum Downs Library, 203 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs: Tiny Tots Thursday 1.30pm; preschool Wednesday 11.30am, Friday 10.30am; Seaford Library, cnr Station and Broughton streets, Seaford: Tiny Tots Tuesday* 11.30am, Thursday 11.30am; preschool Tuesday* 9.30am; Belvedere Community Centre, 36 Belvedere Rd, Seaford: Tiny Tots Friday 9.30am; Frankston North Community Centre, 26 Mahogany Ave, Frankston North: 0-5 years Thursday 9.30am; Karingal Place, 103 Ashleigh Ave, Karingal: 0-5 years Wednesday 9.30am; and, Langwarrin Customer Service Centre, Shop 6, Gateway Shopping Village, Langwarrin: 0-5 years Monday 2.30pm. *There are no storytime sessions at Frankston or Seaford libraries on the first Tuesday of the month, and sessions do not run during school holidays or on public holidays. For more details, contact your library at Frankston (9734 1020), Carrum Downs (8773 9539) or Seaford (9784 1048), or go to library.frankston.vic.gov.au
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Kingston might seem an unlikely source for a blues and jazz sensation, but The Jackson Four are making plenty of waves around the world. What’s perhaps even more surprising is that it’s all being run from a tiny office in a family home in Chelsea. Kingston resident, music and events small business owner Peter Jackson and his blues jazz quartet The Jackson Four are enjoying success from Mozambique to Malaysia, Brisbane to New Orleans, The Netherlands to South America, with their CDs and online digital releases featuring regularly on radio shows and in music publications. A highpoint so far has been the band’s November 2015 UK blues and jazz radio success with their debut CD, Love the Life, reaching No.17 on
the British blues charts, followed by nominations for UK Blues CD 2015. That’s no mean feat when you’re up against some of the greatest names in international blues and jazz music. To follow up on this success especially in the UK, where radio presenters and fans of the band alike have repeatedly demanded a tour - Peter undertook a promotional visit to the UK last August to lay the groundwork for a possible future tour. This resulted in radio interviews and invitations to perform with top UK blues and jazz musicians at some of London’s iconic music venues in Soho and Covent Garden, including the legendary Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club.
time with a new CD release in hand. Already requests for radio interviews are stacking up, and a one-hour live-to-air performance and interview has been arranged with broadcaster Grace Black on her show The Jazz Lounge on Scotland’s K107FM and networked on PURE Jazz Digital Radio across Europe.
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In the meantime, Peter will perform with the duo version of the band,
Seventeen years on, Logan sees Hugh Jackman bidding farewell to the role that catapulted him into super-stardom and delivering the best solo Wolverine movie. Re-teaming for the third time with director James Mangold (Copland, 3:10 to Yuma), Logan draws from the template of a classic western which serves a character who uttered the words “I’m the best there is at what I do, but what I do best isn’t very nice” befittingly. Set in 2029, no mutant births have been
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The Jackson ‘LITE’, at The Craft & Co Farm and Café, 170 Riverend Rd, Bangholme, on Sunday, March 19, and Sunday, April 9, at 1pm. The full band will return with a show at Café Moto Australia, 611 Nepean Highway, Carrum, on Saturday, April 8, at 7.30pm. Visit the Jackson Four’s website or Facebook page for more performance dates.
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recorded for 25 years. Our anti-hero is living off the grid, committed to caring for his mentor Professor Charles Xavier (Patrick Stewart, also set to relinquish his “wheels” after this film) when 11-year-old Laura enters their lives, pursued by Boyd Holbrook’s mercenary. It’s been reported that Jackman took a pay cut to ensure 20th Century Fox would be less apprehensive about shooting an R-rated Wolverine movie (here in Australia the film is rated MA); the end result is
a brutal movie that says as much about violence as it does about the human condition. Devoid of over-indulgent CGI and the usual smorgasbord of spandex, in many ways Logan is the film that fans have wanted and the fresh blood-letting the Superhero genre has needed. SNIKT! SCOTT JACKSON HHHHH For your chance to win movie tickets courtesy of Hoyts Frankston, go to our Facebook page
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Home in on extra work Henrietta’s Help @ Home provides a fabulous opportunity for dedicated child care and aged care workers, teachers, nurses, residential cleaners and hospitality staff to secure extra casual work or forge a whole new career path. With the motto “Our help - your home”, director Stephanie Tate established Henrietta’s Help @ Home last year to provide quality staff for people needing one-off, regular or ongoing help in their own homes. Now Stephanie is calling for additional qualified,
experienced people to join her agency to meet the demand from her rapidly growing client list. “Having worked in this sector for more than 10 years, I am aware of the complexity of busy households juggling work, education and family commitments,” she said. “Finding an experienced, reliable person to come into your home is not always easy.” Apply online at www.henriettashelpathome.com.au HENRIETTA’S HELP @ HOME T: 9766 1099 M: 0425 733 290 FB: facebook.com/henriettashelpathome
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The community has been cordially invited to a gala fundraising dinner at Morning Star Estate in Mount Eliza to launch the Cloverleaf supported accommodation project.
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can be fitted out and furnished on completion. CLA has sponsorship and direct donation opportunities, and anyone who would like to assist can phone Jodi on 0409 146 162.
Join project supporters, sponsors and patron SWIMMING LESSONS Judy Barret, the owner of Morning Star Estate, IN YOUR HOME POOL to celebrate and support the project, an initiative of Community Lifestyle Accommodation Ltd to provide permanent accommodation in a loving and caring environment for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Last year Community Lifestyle Accommodation received State and Federal funding for construction @swimteachers2u SWIMMING LESSONS but now seeks public support to ensure its units
The dinner is on Saturday, April 8, at 7.30pm, and tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite: Cloverleaf Project Gala Fundraising Dinner. All proceeds will directly support the Cloverleaf supported accommodation project. Community Lifestyle Accommodation Ltd is endorsed by the ATO as a deductible gift recipient. COMMUNITY LIFESTYLE ACCOMMODATION A: 7 Milne St, Crib Point T: 5983 8785 W: communitylifestyleaccommodation.org.au
IN YOUR HOME POOL 0406 775 524 • 0403 654 722
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arts events leisure Interested in a free day of family fun? Then get along to Cruden Farm on Tuesday, April 4, for Party in the Park 2017. From 9.30am-2pm, the farm will come alive with exciting activities for the kids, including mini-sports, an obstacle course, face painting, animal farms and lots more. Live interactive stage performances will include children’s singing, dancing, comedy, music and a special showcase of Seussical, the upcoming all-singing and dancing production at Frankston Arts Centre that will bring all your favourite Dr Seuss characters to life. Parents with young children can take advantage of the Milk Shack Parent Pods within the Maternal and Child Health and Immunisation area. These www.franklyfrankston.com.au
self-contained parenting stations are fitted with a baby change table, feeding chair and mini-kitchenette. With more than 40 stalls, Party in the Park is a great opportunity to find out more about children’s products and services within the Frankston area. Bring a picnic or treat yourself to the community barbecues and a coffee, which can be enjoyed among the emerald lawns, rough-cut swathes, paddocks and lakes at Cruden Farm. Entry and carparking is off Cranhaven Rd. PARTY IN THE PARK 2017 A: Cruden Farm, 60 Cranbourne Rd, Langwarrin W: frankston.vic.gov.au FB: Frankston Events
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Little Beauty In The Park is the newest addition to the Untold Events Co calendar. Brought to you by the founders of the popular Emu Plains Market and Stringybark Cinema, this new market will see the team cross the Peninsula to set up a second home in the gorgeous surrounds of Beauty Park, Frankston.
Beauty will showcase 160 of Melbourne’s very best stallholders hand-picked for their uniqueness, creativity and ethos. It will also feature a children’s precinct, live music, food trucks, fresh produce and mouthwatering gourmet food. Little Beauty will be on show on March 25 and April 22, with free entry and parking. For more details, check out the new website www. littlebeautymarket.com.au LITTLE BEAUTY IN THE PARK A: Beauty Park, High St, Frankston T: 5983 1935 W: www.littlebeautymarket.com.au
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TUESDAYS IN MARCH Free talk Prepare your child for learning with Irena Kirpichnikova - author, education consultant and kinesiologist – and learn quick easy ways to help you child; 6-7pm, Total Care Medical and Wellness Centre, 194 Karingal Drive, Frankston; book at irenais@bigpond.com or 0404 093 919 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 FRIDAYS Musos’ circle/networking Charlwood’s Café forecourt (outside Frankston Library); 6.309.30pm
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; from 10am WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15 Talking Frankly Aquatic scientist Sheree Marris kicks off this series of talks by inspirational speakers at local libraries; 6pm, Frankston Library; free; other speakers & venues, p: 9784 1020 or library.frankston.vic.gov.au
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SATURDAY, MARCH 18 Youth support Feast for Life, fundraiser for Fusion’s programs to tackle long-term youth homelessness; Toorak College, from 6.30pm; tickets $60 or $550 for table of 10; email Steph. Byrne@fusion.org.au or phone 5974 1442 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 Blues Sunday The Jackson LITE perform blues and jazz at The Craft & Co Farm and Café, 170 Riverend Rd, Bangholme; 1pm
Chocolate & Kale Wellness: Women: Wisdom – 6 passionate practitioners, 9:30am-2:30pm, Frankston Sports Injury Clinic, 365 Nepean Hwy, Frankston; tickets – eventbrite.com.au/e/ chocolate-kale-tickets-31789573470
MONDAY, MARCH 20-THURSDAY, APRIL 20 Flow on Artist Nikky Agnello presents Flow, an exhibition of original paintings and limited edition prints with a spiritual, beachy theme; the Dharma Hub, 439 Nepean Highway (opp South East Water); details on Instagram and Facebook and insingane.com.au
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 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22 The Big Small Business Expo Conference featuring world class speakers plus 50 exhibitors, Functions by the Bay Frankston,
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SATURDAY, MARCH 25 Market debut Little Beauty In The Park, Beauty Park, High St, Frankston; new market with 160 stallholders; children’s precinct, live music, food trucks, fresh produce, gourmet food; free entry and parking; www.littlebeautymarket.com.au SATURDAY, MARCH 25-SUNDAY, APRIL 30 Lights by Dreamworks Shrek, Kung-Fu Panda and other DreamWorks favourites light up Rosebud’s Foreshore in Lights by DreamWorks, a large-scale lantern and interactive experience; tickets on 1300 307 740 or via Ticketmaster; details http://www.dreamworkslights.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
Grigoryan Brothers Australia’s finest guitar duo Slava & Leonard Grigoryan; Frankston Arts Centre; 7.30pm; artscentre.frankston.vic.gov.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 TUESDAY, APRIL 4 Party in the Park, Cruden Farm, 60 Cranbourne Rd, Langwarrin; 9.30am-2pm; singing, dancing, comedy, music, mini-sports, animal farms and Suessical preview
SATURDAY, APRIL 8 Gala Fundraising Dinner Help provide permanent accommodation for adults with intellectual learning disabilities; 7.30pm, Morning Star Estate, Mount Eliza; tickets through Eventbrite: Cloverleaf Project Gala Fundraising Dinner; for sponsorship and donation details, 0409 146 162
Weekend blues The Jackson Four bring their blend of jazz and blues to Café Moto Australia, 611 Nepean Highway, Carrum at 7.30pm SUNDAY, APRIL 9 Cool jazz The Jackson LITE perform blues and jazz at The Craft & Co Farm and Café, 170 Riverend Rd, Bangholme; 1pm
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12 Bite night Bram Stoker’s Gothic horror classic Dracula comes to life at Frankston Arts Centre; 7.30pm; tickets $27-$55; book at thefac.com.au or phone 9784 1060
SATURDAY, APRIL 22 Little Beauty New market with 160 stallholders; children’s precinct, live music, food trucks, fresh produce, gourmet food; free entry and parking; Beauty Park, High St, Frankston; www. littlebeautymarket.com.au Cornish College School tour, 10am, 65 Riverend Rd, Bangholme, book online: www. cornishcollege.vic.edu.au MONDAY, JULY 10-SATURDAY, AUGUST 5 Waste not It’s Our Rubbish wearable art exhibition featuring fashion and art made from recycled materials; Cube 37,Davey St, Frankston; 0407 561 333, artatak4wellnes@ optusnet.com.au or www.facebook.com/ itsourrubbish
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9783 8980 Beachcombers Sunday Pop Up Market: Every Sunday, 9am-4pm @ Daveys Hotel, 510 Nepean Hwy, Frankston
Little Beauty In The Park: March 25, April 22, 11am – 4pm, Beauty Park Frankston (opposite Frankston Football Oval), Frankston
Frankston Sunday: Every Sunday 8am-1pm in Sherlock & Hay carpark, Young St, Frankston
Pearcedale Farmers Market 3rd Saturday of the month from 8am1pm at the Pearcedale Community Centre, Baxter-Tooradin Rd, Pearcedale
Frankston Wells St Craft Market: Craft and produce Market every Thurs 8am-2pm in Wells St, Frankston Karingal Uniting Church 2nd Saturday of month, 8am-1pm, cnr Karingal Dve & Lindrum Rd, Frankston www.franklyfrankston.com.au
Seaford Farmers’: Third Sunday every month, 8am-1pm Broughton St Reserve Station St Seaford Seaford Handmade Homemade Third Sunday of month, 10am-3pm, Seaford Scout Hall, Seaford
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Let’s talk FRANKLY A range of inspirational speakers will give a series of talks in Frankston libraries as part of Frank Talks.
In the spirit of Ted Talks, Frank Talks kicks off at Frankston Library at 6pm on Wednesday, March 15, with aquatic scientist Sheree Marris (pictured), who is pursuing a career in marine biology and encourages girls to study science after being told she wasn’t smart enough to finish uni. Children’s book author and illustrator Nicky Johnston launches The Fix-It Man with Beyond Blue chief executive Georgie Harman on Saturday, March 18, from 1-3pm at Frankston Library, and popular Australian writer Shane Maloney talks about his Murray Whelan crime novels on Saturday, April 8, from 1pm at Frankston Library. Other speakers will include Melbourne journalist Andrew
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Rule, who will talk about his Underbelly series; Enemy author Ruth Clare will speak about life with her father, a Vietnam veteran with PTSD; Alice Pung will share insights into her work to promote literacy in the western suburbs; Damon Young will entertain children and parents at Frankston North; Smiling Mind ambassador Dr Michael Carr Gregg will speak about mindfulness; and Sean Dooley will talk about birds at Seaford Library. These are all free events, but bookings are essential. For more details, phone the library on 9784 1020 or visit http://library. frankston.vic.gov.au/
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Sunday 26 March, 7.30pm | Australia’s finest guitar duo perform a selection of works from their forthcoming release. Tickets: $27 – $55
DRACULA by Bram Stoker
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Wednesday 12 April, 7.30pm | Another bloody classic! shake & stir’s critically acclaimed gothic story swoops the country. Tickets: $27 – $55 Warning: Simulated violence, sexual and supernatural themes, haze and strobe lighting.
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SHIRLEY VALENTINE by Willy Russell
Count Dracula swoops into Frankston next month in a gripping, critically-acclaimed production created by shake & stir theatre co. When young lawyer Jonathan Harker visits Castle Dracula deep within the Carpathian mountains, he’s not expecting the strange hospitality he receives from his mysterious host. Alone and trapped within the castle walls, Jonathan discovers that Dracula www.franklyfrankston.com.au
wants more than his presence at the dinner table - he might also be the main course. Leaving Jonathan for dead and his castle behind, Dracula travels to London on a quest for seduction, true love and, above all, blood. From the company behind the multi-award-winning national touring productions of 1984 and Animal Farm comes this
new adaptation of Bram Stoker’s twisted tale. Dracula will be performed at Frankston Arts Centre on Wednesday, April 12, at 7.30pm. Tickets are $27-$55. Book at thefac.com.au or phone 9784 1060. Photos: Dylan Evans FRANKSTON ARTS CENTRE A: 27-37 Davey St, Frankston T: 03 9784 1060 W: thefac.com.au
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SPREADING JOY for a great cause A huge day of fun is guaranteed at the first ever MY Mount Eliza Run & Fun Festival on Sunday, March 26, at Emil Madsen Reserve, Mount Eliza. The inaugural festival will include: • A 5km and 10km trail run/walk through the Mount Eliza parklands; • A short dash event where children navigate their way through jumping castle obstacles;
voluntary committee decided to establish this very special event, with all proceeds going to Myeloma Australia to help patients, carers and their families. To donate, please go to https://mymountelizarunfunfestival. everydayhero.com/au/SendMyeloma-Packing.
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• A barista challenge by Commonfolk Coffee; • A reptile petting zoo; * Face painting and tattoos; and, • Premium food and beverage vendors. In 2014, Mount Eliza dad Geoff Nyssen was diagnosed with the terminal blood cancer multiple myeloma. Feeling empowered by the amazing support he’s received from his community, Geoff and his
For more information on the festival, visit www.mymounteliza.org.au. MY MOUNT ELIZA RUN & FUN FESTIVAL A: Emil Madsen Reserve, Mount Eliza Date: Sunday, March 26 W: www.mymounteliza.org.au
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and tunics with a longer sleeve and a slightly heavier fabric, maxi dresses, and quite a range of knee-length dresses suitable for day wear and a little more formal look.
With more people visiting the area, new customers are calling into the store because an outfit in the window has caught their eye or because they are pleasantly surprised to see a shop like Wendy and Annie’s in Seaford.
Wendy and Annie also stock ‘button jewellery’, which is always popular, and they are expecting a delivery of new colours and designs in the next week. So do come and visit them and have a look for yourself; their summer stock is still on sale for another few weeks, with new autumn and trans-seasonal stock arriving every few days. They look forward to seeing you and meeting you.
Although the weather is still delightfully warm, autumn is here, and with that comes new clothes, new colours, new footwear, scarves and jewellery. You’ll find cotton knits in rust, magenta, navy and royal blue, berry, oatmeal, khaki and black, popular Refuge Joggers in grey, fawn and khaki, lots of tops
YO-KO ORIGINAL BOUTIQUE A: 10 Station St, Seaford T: 9782 4442
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New season’s greetings at Yo-Ko
“Welcome to Yo-Ko!” seems to be a greeting Wendy and Annie are saying more and more these days as the Seaford shopping precinct continues to develop and grow.
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Before you throw out those old ties, trying imagining them as a dress. Or that pile of rags as a handbag. That’s what recycled artist Tina Strafford is calling on people to do with It’s Our Rubbish – an exhibition of wearable art that opens in July.
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Tina, who runs the not-for-profit business Revamped Jewellery, was chatting with another artist Mara Requiman from Frank, the Frankston Regional Artisans’ Network, when the concept was born. “She was eating her lunch and she said ‘Look at this; everything’s wrapped in plastic; what if we could challenge the community to create actually useable things that could be worn’.
Entry is $20 to cover the costs of staging the exhibition, and there are prizes up for grabs. Tina is also keen for sponsors to come on board so even more prizes can be offered. For more details and entry forms, or for sponsorship information, phone Tina on 0407 561 333, email artatak4wellnes@optusnet.com.au or visit www.facebook.com/itsourrubbish
“It was just a couple of artists sitting together thinking ‘What can we do to excite the community and challenge the community into stop putting that in the bin, and let’s turn it into something we can wear or we can sell’. And people embraced it – we had a launch a couple of Sundays ago and when people saw these dresses made out of ties they were ‘Oh my gosh, can we buy these?’ There were shoes, a handbag made out of rags – all sorts of things. Sometimes you just need someone to show you something outside the square and you go ‘Wow, that’s amazing – I can do that’.” It’s Our Rubbish Wearable Art Exhibition will be held at Cube 37 from July 10 to August 5, and the community is invited to create and exhibit their own wearable art. “We’re just trying to get the public – crafters, artists, anyone really – to put their thinking caps on and create something out of the rubbish that they find around themselves so it doesn’t end up in landfill … looking at it in a new light, revamping and making useful things out of it that you can sell so we don’t need to put in the rubbish bin.” Everything we love about Frankston, fresh every month
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Get your life on track If health and wellbeing are important to you, Chocolate & Kale - Wellness: Women: Wisdom is something you won’t want to miss.
Tasha Rees, from Get Healthy, is bringing together six passionate women who are experts in their fields – including financial advice, psychology and naturopathy – to enhance women’s health and wellbeing. “Many local businesses have come on board to support this event and have provided amazing products or services for the gift bags and door prizes,” Tasha said. “BCV Financial Solutions in Frankston has also generously made a financial contribution so that this event is possible.” Chocolate & Kale is on Sunday, March 19, at The Garden, Mind Body Business in Frankston from 9.30am-2.30pm. Tickets: eventbrite.com.au/e/chocolate-kaletickets-31789573470
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After five amazing years owner of Bloom Networking, Jo Schutt (above right) has handed the reins over to Tashia Searle (left). Jo will continue her focus of business mentor and growth facilitator. Bloom meets monthly at The Garden in Frankston, there will also be a Mordialloc event. Photos: Tanya Fry
Contact Tasha on 0412 821 021 for more information. GET HEALTHY A: 165 Humphries Rd, Frankston South T: 9775 3319 W: gethealthynow.com.au Everything we love about Frankston, fresh every month
** Same expert physical rehabilitation ** New look coming in 2017!!! We are very excited to announce our hospital will be undertaking a $9.7 million refurbishment. Work commenced November last year and all staged works aim to be completed by December 2017.
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Scope of works planned: Conversion of 3 and 4 bed wards to 2 bed wards. Increased single rooms Patient rooms and ensuites will be refurbished and refreshed Improved front entrance access for patients and vehicles Chapel to be moved and increased in size with the addition of a multipurpose adjourning meeting room New kiosk and lounge area in front reception Whilst this is a comprehensive and detailed refurbishment it will occur in stages to minimise impact on our services. We will continue with business as usual, providing our comprehensive rehabilitation services every day throughout this project.
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Weddings on the Peninsula & Frankston, our Special Wedding Supplement Frankston is the gateway to the popular wedding destination of the Mornington Peninsula.
With such beautiful beaches, stylish venues, breathtaking coastline and wide open spaces, the Peninsula is quickly becoming the number one location in Victoria for weddings. This makes saying “I Do” on the Mornington Peninsula such an obvious choice for that special day. The array of options is dazzling. From nuptials
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amongst the vines to vows with sand between your toes at Portsea, it’s all here. And we have the event professionals to help you coordinate your perfect day.
In the meantime, you can browse our best wedding venues and wedding professionals right here in Frankly Frankston’s March Wedding Feature. Enjoy.
Mornington Peninsula Weddings’ annual Wedding Expo brings our local wedding professionals together in one place each year and this year’s event is on Sunday, June 4, 2017, at Mornington Racing Club.
We showcase wedding professionals throughout the next 14 pages, from page 43 our special supplement showcases members of the Mornington Peninsula Weddings Group. -The Frankly Frankston Magazine team
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Looking for an intimate, boutique location to celebrate your special day? Then look no further than the iconic Boathouse Restaurant in Frankston. Nestled on the banks of the meandering Kananook Creek and surrounded by lush gardens, the Boathouse Restaurant can accommodate all aspects of your wedding day from ceremony to reception, all in the one place. The gorgeous garden setting boasts a quaint gazebo which is perfect for both ceremony and registry signing. Guests can then move to the deck and jetty for pre-dinner drinks and canapes before moving inside for a more formal reception or alternatively utilise both inside and outside for a more informal cocktail-style reception.
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Comfortably classy, yet relaxed and contemporary - The Boathouse is Frankston’s favourite restaurant and has earned itself a reputation for quality food and friendly service since its re-invention in 2011. The swish renovation to the classic building, coupled with the gorgeous rear garden flowing to the creek, make it an ideal wedding venue and a romantic place ready for memorable moments. The venue regularly caters for sit-down weddings for up to 70 and cocktail-style functions for up to 140. For more information or to arrange a time to
inspect the venue, contact Cameron on 9770 5330. View functions packages at www. theboathouserestaurant.com.au, and follow The Boathouse on Facebook and Instagram @ theboathousefrankston THE BOATHOUSE RESTAURANT A: 366 Nepean Highway, Frankston T: 9770 5330 W: theboathouserestaurant.com.au/ FB/I: @theboathousefrankston
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What an amazing day! Aimee and Daniel planned a stunning wedding at awardwinning Stillwater Vineyard Estate. A scenic ceremony by the lake was followed by an awesome afternoon among the vines, with lawn games, a relaxed outdoor bar, Frankie the Booth Bus and modern Australian tasting plates throughout the day. Little Studio provided the Booth Bus along with event photography, and owner Mel
Gaunson said it was fantastic to see it all come together on the day, especially the lawn games and bar around the Booth. “Frankie was such a hit - there was a queue all day and into the evening.” Aimee and Daniel said Little Studio and Frankie really helped make their day memorable and enjoyable for all. “Little Studio did a brilliant job, the photos are fantastic. Again, thanks so much to Mel.” LITTLE STUDIO A: Patterson Lakes Marina T: 0411 524 227 W: littlestudio.com.au
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Chelsea Dental’s in-chair Zoom Whitening can take your teeth up to four shades whiter in one session in the comfort of this beautiful practice, while take-home whitening is a great way of gradually whitening your teeth in the convenience of your own home. Call Chelsea Dental’s friendly staff, book your appointment and receive these great specials: In-Chair Zoom Whitening $495
• book in your bridal party and receive $50 off per patient (must book together); Take-Home Zoom Whitening $299 • includes custom tray and three syringes of whitening gel; Autumn promotion • a check-up, clean, polish and fluoride treatment for only $149 (usually $215). Chelsea Dental also offers high-quality cosmetic and general dentistry. CHELSEA DENTAL A: 442 Nepean Highway, Chelsea T: 8774 0441 W: www.chelseadental.com.au
Vow to look your best When it comes to looking spectacular on your big day, you don’t want to leave anything to chance. With Hvezda Hair & Beauty, you won’t have to. Hvezda Hair & Beauty has a diverse team of professionals who each have extensive knowledge and experience in all aspects of hairdressing, Aveda beauty therapies and skincare, and who will ensure you look absolutely stunning when you come to say “I do”. Hvezda is an Aveda Experience Centre salon, a premier location for you to fully experience the Aveda
brand, from complimentary rituals to the personal touch you receive from their expert team and retail advisers. Hvedza’s product range is made from natural plant-based ingredients that are gentle on the skin and kind to the environment. Relax and unwind and let them take you on a sensory journey while they create a sense of calm and wellness in brides-to-be, their bridesmaids, maids of honour and family members. HVEZDA HAIR & BEAUTY A: 2/5 Napier St, Rye T: 5985 2111 W: hvezda.org
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Looking for a brighter smile on your big day? Chelsea Dental is offering great specials on both in-chair Zoom Whitening and take-home kits.
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The Ultimate Retro Wedding Accessory! If you’re planning a retro inspired wedding, meet ‘Mavis’, a restored 1970 Coronet Caravan. She is the perfect addition to your big day... • Have your makeup done inside • Enjoy pre-wedding drinks with your bridesmaids • Fun wedding pics to remember
Don’t forget to invite Mavis When you’re putting together the guest list for your wedding, make sure there’s room for Mavis.
Mavis is one of the delightful campers available for hire from Cocoon Campers. She has a dinette that’s perfect for getting your make-up or nails done and her bed converts to a couch, which is great for visiting bridesmaids as they sip on champagne from the chilled fridge. Mavis is also styled with gorgeous retro-inspired furnishings, and makes a funky backdrop for wedding photos. The Cocoon Campers team delivers the campers anywhere on the Peninsula. You can also hire a barbecue, a tent for extra guests - even a retro bike - and many more accessories to create your perfect Peninsula wedding with a difference. COCOON CAMPERS M: 0418 519 812 W: cocooncampers.com.au
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Ink Hearts Paper create beautifully unique, top quality wedding invitations and matching stationery. Choose a design from their Collection or create something new! Invitations
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Customise from your own inspiration or utilise their design expertise to ensure your wedding stationery is remembered forever. From traditional to contemporary, fun or intimate, Ink Hearts Paper can set the style of your wedding day and give your guests the ultimate first impression. And, for lovers of all things local, this boutique business is based on the Mornington Peninsula. INK HEARTS PAPER W: inkheartspaper.com.au FB: @InkHeartsPaper Instagram: @inkheartspaper Everything we love about Frankston, fresh every month
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Mornington Peninsula Weddings
The Mornington Peninsula has long been an ideal location for weddings and, now the word has spread, it has become one of the most popular destinations to tie the knot.
Every style of venue is here, spectacular gardens, picturesque wineries, scenic golf courses, country houses, beachside ceremonies, unique hotels, marquees for hire and more, catering for hundreds of guests or small intimate gatherings. Contributing to the day are an abundance of highly professional wedding suppliers, all located here, eager to arrange your ceremony, dress and pamper you, drive you, feed you, entertain you, make your day spectacular and then capture the memories as photos or video. Using local suppliers has great benefits with photographers who know the prime locations; hair and makeup at your fingertips; drivers who know the route; stylists and entertainers who know the venues; caterers, cake artists www.franklyfrankston.com.au
and florists who have delivered there before; bridal and menswear with elegant or casual styles. Everything required for a magical day is here – if you know where to find it, and so Mornington Peninsula Weddings was born. This group of local professional wedding suppliers was created a decade ago to help couples find everything they require. MPW is now supported by the shire and is recognised as the key association representing the local wedding industry. Since 2014 MPW has presented an annual Wedding Expo and seen it grow in popularity, with 2016 being spoken about as the best ever staged on the Peninsula. Mark the date in your calendar for this year’s MPW Expo on Sunday, June 4, 2017 at Mornington Racing Club. Obligatory registration for brides and grooms will open for this event on Monday, March 20, 2017. Check MPW’s peninsulaweddings.com.au and follow MPW on Facebook and Instagram.
When it comes to your special day, whether it be a wedding or special occasion, everybody wants perfection.
more. And feast your eyes on this – they have a huge range of apothecary and cocktail jars and décor for a DIY Lolly Buffet!
Event Perfection is a leading Mornington Peninsula wedding and function decoration hire and set-up service. This award-winning business will work with you to create something special, whilst being mindful of your budget and preferred theme.
Event Perfection is also a leader in corporate and private function set-up, styling and hire. Talk to the experienced team about the perfect look for your event. You can simply email them for a quote, or make a time to visit their showroom and have some fun working with items to create something special.
Event Perfection is a one-stop shop for DIY hire and full service set-up. From ceremony products such as arches, carpets, chairs and decorations to wedding and event centerpieces, draping, backdrops and
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Achieve the Perfect Look for Your Big Day or Special Event
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There could be few better accommodation options for your Peninsula wedding than the Boathouse Resort. Just a few minutes’ walk from the seaside village of Blairgowrie and across the road from the beautiful and calm waters of the Blairgowrie foreshore, the Boathouse Resort has everything you could want for your wedding right at your fingertips, from spectacular wedding venues such as The Baths and All Smiles in Sorrento to all of the Peninsula’s stunning attractions.
The resort’s 20 climate-controlled suites include deluxe, balcony, spa and garden family studios - all with king beds and luxurious furnishings – while there’s a swimming pool and barbecue facilities on site as well as the award-winning Cafe’ Legend restaurant. BOATHOUSE RESORT A: 2871 Point Nepean Rd, Blairgowrie T: 5988 8088 E: info@boathouseresort.com.au W: boathouseresort.com.au
Everyone dreams of a perfect wedding. With Dream Catcher Weddings & Events, yours can be too.
business, giving us invaluable knowledge of the industry. We want to help make your dream day a reality with no stress and no fuss.”
Dream Catcher Weddings & Events was founded in 2016 by Kristina after years of experience on the Peninsula working at Morning Star Estate, Brooklands of Mornington and most recently managing The Pavilion McCrae Beach for three years, running all weddings and events.
Kristina and her team will execute your concepts flawlessly while maintaining a pleasant, calm and helpful demeanor to ensure an amazing experience for you and your guests.
“Dream Catcher Weddings was born out of our love for party planning. We have been fortunate to work alongside some of the best suppliers in the
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The Scarlett Stitch is an Australian fashion label owned by Kerri Tropea, a designer and dress maker who’s passionate about fashion and creating beautiful couture gowns to make women feel fabulous, glamorous and empowered. A graduate of the Melbourne School of Fashion, Kerri’s many talents include couture, gown design, garment construction and pattern making. Her creative flair and passion is truly ignited by the fashion industry and the creation and beauty of creating couture wedding gowns, and she also loves the fun and glamour of evening and red carpet couture creations. THE SCARLETT STITCH T: 0425 759 821 W: thescarlettstitch.com.au
Are you looking for a romantic, secluded resort to have your wedding? Portsea Village Resort’s lush garden surrounds, set behind privacy walls, will have you and your guests feeling fabulously exclusive and special. Why not invite those closest to you to stay the weekend in one of the resort’s 24 fully self-contained apartments? The team at Portsea Village Resort can arrange a BBQ, cocktails or dinner the night before nuptials. Choose between the luscious poolside lawn or beautiful Portsea
beach for your ceremony. Enjoy predinner drinks and cocktails within the resort before your wedding reception in the resort’s licensed restaurant, terrace and gardens. The staff at Portsea Village Resort specialise in providing wonderful wedding escape packages for bridal parties, family and friends. PORTSEA VILLAGE RESORT A: 3765 Point Nepean Road, Portsea T: 5984 8484 W: portseavillageresort.com E: enquiries@portseavillageresort. com
Portsea Village Resort the ideal place to stay when exploring the Mornington Peninsula food, wine, markets, beaches, national parks, golf courses and the many delights of the region.
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Couples, families, groups / 1, 2 & 3 bedroom fully self-contained apartments Gym, spa, sauna, indoor and outdoor heated pools, tennis and squash courts Opposite beach and historical Portsea Pier / Fully licenced restaurant
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Designer has a passion for fashion
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Ken is an authorised civil celebrant specializing in wedding ceremonies across Victoria, including Melbourne CBD and the Mornington Peninsula. Ken lives on the Mornington Peninsula with his wife Barbie and has two daughters. He loves his family dearly. “If you’re looking for a fun and relaxed celebrant with a sense of humour, then maybe I’m your man.” IT’S YOUR DAY CEREMONIES Ken: 0416 808 448 W: www.itsyourdayceremonies.com.au
It’s Your Day Ceremonies • Wedding locations: winery, park, garden, beachside, reception centre, restaurant, hall, ballroom or backyard • Free home visit • Free rehearsal • Free information kit • Choice of readings or rituals
Ken: 0416 808 448 E: ken@itsyourdayceremonies.com.au www.itsyourdayceremonies.com.au
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The team at Peppers Moonah Links Resort in Fingal are experts at making your wedding day a sensational celebration that everyone will remember for years.
rooms (with balconies or patios) plus a private function room ideal for a reception of up to 80 guests. Glass walls allow the natural beauty of the region to be viewed extensively.
This naturally stunning resort caters for the most intimate of gatherings right through to lavish affairs for up to 120 guests, and the experienced wedding team promises to make your celebration as breathtaking as the scenery in which it is set.
The venue has various wedding packages on offer, ranging from cocktail canape menus to threecourse sit down menu options, all accompanied by beverage packages featuring local wine varieties and boutique brewery beer selections.
The Ceremony Lawn has a magnificent vista across the golf course which sets the scene for romance, commitment and festivities. Not far away is a wonderful selection of reception venues and accommodation sites to choose from. The permanent Executive Marquee overlooks the course and seats 120 guests banquet style, while the Boobialla, Lomandra and Marginata Executive Lodges have elevated views of the dunes of the course. Each building contains 12 accommodation
Book your wedding before May 30 and go into the draw to win a seven-night stay in a one-bedroom villa at Peppers Seminyak Bali, with two return flights to Denpasar, a romantic dinner and spa treatment. PEPPERS MOONAH LINKS RESORT A: Peter Thomson Drive, Fingal T: 1300 987 600 Wedding Coordinator: 5988 2016 W: peppers.com.au/Moonah
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The Peppers Moonah Links brand has become synonymous with a sense of refined indulgence, attention to detail and excellent personal service. Stunning landscapes, modern accommodation, conference & social facilities, coupled with 'Paddock to Plate' dining - Providing you with a true Mornington Peninsula experience.
From a small intimate affair to a 150 guest cocktail gathering, this destination resort is the perfect backdrop for your special day. Experience Peppers Moonah Links Resort P: (03) 5988 2000 or E: events@moonahlinks.com.au W: www.peppers.com.au/moonah
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Peninsula inspires creative concepts Harriet Howe Events is a Melbourne and Mornington Peninsula-based stylist committed to creating wholly unique wedding concepts.
around me in my concepts.”
Harriet and her team can create concepts from scratch or work with the bride and groom’s ideas to coordinate, style and plan the perfect wedding – even for couples from interstate or overseas.
With years of party planning experience and a large, reliable supplier network to call on, Harriet will make sure your big day runs smoothly, overseeing set-up and pack-down. She also designs concepts for engagements, birthdays, corporate gatherings and special events.
“As there are so many gorgeous venues down the Peninsula - wineries, beach, woodlands - I get the opportunity to style using the surrounding area as my inspiration,” Harriet said. “I love incorporating the colours in the nature
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The iconic Morning Star Estate in Mount Eliza is the premier venue for weddings and functions. Set among gorgeous gardens and vines, it is the perfect place for your special day.
the original accommodation has been modified to create a 20-room guest wing with private facilities including a bridal room equipped with spa, and two lounges offering free Wi-Fi.
Imagine your ceremony taking place overlooking Port Philip Bay and surrounds. Imagine your reception taking place in the Ballroom, Merlot or Chardonnay Room where the charm of a bygone era remains.
There’s also a heated swimming pool for your enjoyment. Your wedding memories are meant to be made at Morning Star – where romance is in the air.
time to a world of hidden treasures, every day begins with a dream.. ” Romantic gardens, Ocean Views, Boutique accommodation Packages are suited to any budget and can be tailored to your requirements. Menus are sophisticated and sumptuous and
MORNING STAR ESTATE A: 1 Sunnyside Rd, Mount Eliza T: 9787 7760 W: morningstarestate.com.au FB: morning.star.estate
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Wedding & Events Stylist Melbourne & Mornington Peninsula Designing and co-ordinating beautiful, stylish concepts for your wedding. Committed to creating a look for your special day, that is uniquely yours.
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Peninsula Cake Art is a leading speciality cake company and is renowned for its award-winning cakes. It is also highly recommended by many of the prestigious venues on the Mornington Peninsula. Founded in 2005, Peninsula Cake Art has a reputation built on excellence and quality. The staff are passionate
about what they do, so you can be assured your cake will be made to the highest possible standards. Make an appointment to see them at their studio in Mornington. Here, Nicole will work with you to bring your ideas to life and you will also receive a sample box of their delicious flavours to take home and enjoy. Picture: www.katedecastro.com PENINSULA CAKE ART A: 47 Padua Drive, Mornington T: 0400 221 374 W: peninsulacakeart.com.au
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Let us create something beautiful and unique for your special day.
By Appointment Only Monday - Saturday 9am - 5pm 47 Padua Dve, Mornington T: 0400 221 374 peninsulacakeart.com.au www.franklyfrankston.com.au
Owner Juan and his team cook authentic Spanish paella the traditional way and they can do it at your wedding party among your guests. Their paella is packed with fresh ingredients and slow cooked to bring out the superb flavours. It’s a boutique catering business that brings the ingredients, equipment, utensils (and a huge dose of atmosphere) to you. Think tapas for entrée, paella for main, plus sweets and sangria. Catering can be done in all weather, lunch or dinner.
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A gorgeous wedding cake always takes pride of place, and when it’s a Peninsula Cake Art creation you know it’s going to be one of your wedding day highlights.
The Peninsula paella king
Spice up your special day with a catering service that will have your guests talking about your wedding food for years. It’s novel, engaging and it’s called Peninsula Paellas.
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On Wednesday, March 22, many of the individuals behind the thriving startup and entrepreneurial culture in the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula areas will gather for the inaugural BIG Small Business Expo. Organised by The Garden – Mind Body Business co-founders Emily Jones and Jo Schutt, the BIG Small Business Expo at Functions by the Bay in Frankston aims to showcase the diverse and
innovative range of businesses in our region. This one big day of inspiration, innovation and collaboration will include a conference featuring six world-class keynote speakers and an expo with 50 exhibitors. Topics will include Podcasting with Karly Nimmo, How To Develop Your Pitch with Frazer Yendell, Life Integration with The Happiness Hunter Fiona Redding, Sales For Entrepreneurs with Jordan D’Urbano, Developing A Strong Business Mindset with Dr Ben Carvosso, and the highlight being the
award-winning founder of Braaap Motorcycles, Brad Smith. To become an exhibitor or buy 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 Pictured left: The Garden – Mind Body Business co-founders Emily Jones and Jo Schutt
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Logic behind the logo LogoLogix has evolved from Priscilla’s many years in the creative industry, giving her a breadth of experience outside of general graphic design. Whether it be illustrating and designing stamps for Australia Post, a creative director of some of Melbourne’s largest advertising agencies or designing some of Australia’s iconic packaging and logos, LogoLogix has been the outcome now providing clients an identity that is both visually appealing with a marketing strategy combined. LogoLogix’s customers range from single operators through to the larger corporates. With affordability as one of LogoLogix’s mainstays, it’s no wonder happy clients are raving about their new logo, or their ‘logo reno’ where their logo has been given a graphic makeover to refresh and revitalise their brand. In addition to your new identity, LogoLogix provides a comprehensive design service from business stationery, brochure design, signage, website design, packaging, apparel and subsequent print management. Feel free to contact Priscilla on 9598 6995 or visit online at www.logologix. com.au
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Lucky and Nella are back Newsflash! Lucky and Nella Ferraro have returned to Lucky’s Deli + Café in Young St, Frankston.
THE ORIGINAL LUCKY IS BACK!
This much-loved husband and wife, who established the gourmet deli in the early 1980s and managed it together for 24 years, have taken over the reins again after a long break. For Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, this is wonderful news. Lucky and Nella are passionate about Frankston, quality produce and excellent service. They are bursting with fresh ideas, new stock and a passion to return Lucky’s to its heyday. There’s a connection here that links back to Lucky and Nella’s history as immigrants in the 1970s. “We migrated to this country in the late 1970s from Italy and all we had was hand luggage made from cardboard,” Lucky explains. “Frankston adopted us. Frankston has been very good to us. We brought up two kids here and now we are back and hopefully Lucky’s Deli will prosper again.” The goal at Lucky’s Deli + Café is to www.franklyfrankston.com.au
provide great tasting food “without those crazy high prices”. Think beautiful cheeses, olives, stuffed peppers, spices, pastas, breads, cooking ingredients from exotic places and much, much more. LUCKY’S DELI + CAFÉ (open 8am-5pm Monday-Friday, Saturday 8am-4pm) A: 46-48 Young St, Frankston T: 9781 4605 W: luckysdeli.com.au
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Frankston Events held Feast at the Frankston Waterfront March 3 – 5 with an impressive turn out over the sunny weekend. Feast featured an impressive line up of food stalls with Asian flavour, and beverage stalls which included local craft beer, cider and wine producers. The rides were a particular favourite with the kids! Photos: Andrea Haynes
Mt Eliza Deli hosted a special celebration on March 2 as the organisers and sponsors of the inaugural MY Mount Eliza Festival came together for a Sponsors Launch Celebration ahead of the March 26 event. Register at www. mymounteliza.org.au Photos: Andrea Kellett
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Make the Grand choice With a bistro open daily for lunch and dinner and an outdoor dining area for those warm autumn days, The Grand Hotel is the ultimate destination to satisfy your hunger and hip pocket. The Business Lunch menu ($15, including a drink) is available MondayFriday, and with pre-orders welcome you’ll have time to enjoy your break. There’s also a tantalising menu available all week for seniors and children. There are $5 schooners every Tuesday and Saturday, while all Sports Bar meals include a free pot www.franklyfrankston.com.au
of beer. The two-for-one menu available to Pegasus Reward members is great value, too. There’s live entertainment every Friday from 7.30pm, and the Punters Club every Saturday with $10 entry. Function room packages are completely inclusive and The Grand Hotel offers varied packages to suit all. THE GRAND HOTEL FRANKSTON A: 499 Nepean Highway, Frankston T: 9783 7388 W: www.grandhotelfrankston.com. au
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eats & drinks International Women’s Day Luncheon on March 8 was hosted by WomenConnect Frankston with proceeds to Dress For Success and held at Mornington Racing Club. Keynote speaker Pam Hawkes, one of the owners of Black Caviar, had the audience intrigued and inspired! It was a great fundraising effort with raffles, live auctions and door prizes! Photos: Andrea Haynes & Kate Sears
The owners of the award-winning Winey Cow in Mornington (plus Mi Mexico and Thanks Albert) addressed the February networking event of Business Networking Mount Eliza at the Canadian Bay Hotel. www.franklyfrankston.com.au
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Backyard Blitz your Garden with Crown Lawn & Garden Services ‘Backyard Blitz’ days have been carried out by Greg and the Crown Lawn & Garden team across the Mornington Peninsula for over 15 years. This team of experts is constantly approached by families and
professionals who have residential, rental, holiday or investment properties in need of a clean-up, or by those looking for a pre-sale photograph or property freshen up.
A ‘Backyard Blitz’ can include all of your lawn mowing and edge trimming needs, overhead tree pruning and chipping, the removal of leaf and garden waste or a new design to incorporate turf and paving. You’ll be truly amazed at how good your garden can look! A ‘Backyard Blitz’ transformation with the full Crown team begins by working closely with each client to discuss and provide the most economical means to attain the desired garden, whilst utilizing the best means available. Book with Greg & the Crown team today and watch the change begin! Crown Lawn & Garden Services M: 0417 415 417 E: info@crownlawnandgarden. com.au W: www.crownlawnandgarden. com.au
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Frankston City Council hosts masterclasses where attendees can get their hands dirty!
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A professional expert will teach you how to be a terrific composter and worm farmer in no time! The class includes an interactive session with time for discussion and questions. The students can learn how simple it is to make their own compost or worm juice in their own gardens. Not only will it be enjoyable, but it’s a perfect way to help the environment all the while reducing your household waste and improving your garden soil.
WHEN: Saturday April 29 Composting: 9:30am – 10am Worm farming: 11am - 12pm
By attending you have the chance to WIN a compost bin or a worm farm (complete
LOCATION: Frankston South Community and Recreation Reserve, 55 Towerhill Road, Frankston. BOOKINGS: Sessions are FREE, but bookings are essential. To reserve your place for either class visit www.frankston.vic.gov.au
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Legal help for the building industry Frankston resident Kelvin Oldridge has situated his legal practice midway between city and home to provide accessibility for clients from Bayside to the Peninsula. With qualifications in both building - B.Build (RMIT), and law - LL.B (Hons University of London), Kelvin’s advice is benefited by his building experience and, in turn, understanding the needs of clients from the building and construction industry. Kelvin is a key member of Melbourne’s projects and dispute resolution fraternity, being both member and editor to the Building Dispute Practitioners Society (BDPS) newsletter for more than seven years and a regular judge for the Master Builder’s Annual Excellence in Construction Awards. www.franklyfrankston.com.au
Kelvin regularly provides legal and advisory service to construction and project management businesses, property developers, contractors and insurance companies, including drafting and amending contracts, standard forms of construction and development contracts in Australia, including the Australia standards suite of contracts. He also provides commercial advice and provides litigation support to clients in arbitration, litigation and the defence of insurance claims. KO CONSTRUCTION LAW A: Suite 11, 18-34 Station St, Sandringham T: 9598 6444 W: www.kolaw.com.au MARCH 2017
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If you haven’t heard of these before you may be thinking this sounds too good to be true! Dollar Curtains & Blinds’ double roller blinds have a double bracket system that combines two fabrics on the same window, allowing you to have both a blockout fabric for keeping the light out and a sheer or sunscreen fabric for when you want to see out. SERVICES INCLUDE: Leaking shower specialist
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Control of each blind is separate so you can enjoy your window views and soft diffused light during the day and have complete privacy and darkness at night - how handy is that! DCB’s roller blinds are custom manufactured in Melbourne and the decorator team can manufacture custom pelmets for you in matching fabrics to your blinds. The pelmets further increase your windows’ insulation and also conceal the blind hardware and componentry underneath, creating a complete finish.
Sound like the window covering solution you’ve been searching for? It’s easy to see why double roller blinds are becoming so popular as they meet the brief for so many homeowners. 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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With a fairly mild summer and our gardens producing an abundance of beautifully ripe homegrown fruit and veggies, many of you may find you have more produce than you can use for your daily meals. This is where the real beauty of growing your own food begins to shine. Preserving. While there may be loads of meals you can prepare with your abundant crops of tomatoes, basil, zucchini, cucumbers, chillis, eggplant and capsicum, there are many preserving techniques to help you enjoy your plentiful supplies later in the year; pickling, freezing, dehydrating and bottling just to name a few. Tomatoes are easy. Making sauces, pastes and jams are on most homegrowers’ radars. But simply storing your whole or chopped tomatoes can allow much more flexibility for many months to come. And if you have planted a good crop (say 20-30 plants) you will likely have enough to take you close or
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through to the next harvest in 2017. Abundant herbs can be quickly transformed into pestos, whacked in the freezer and thawed as required throughout the year for cooking or snacking. Zucchinis (and cucumbers) have well-earned reputations for overproducing with most people choosing to let them rot on the ground after getting sick of too many zucchini meals over summer. How often though have you wanted to use zucchini or cucumber when they are not in the garden though? Pickling both of these fruits in various ways is fantastic, as is making and freezing zucchini soups, slow cooking or dehydrating zucchini chips and juicing both if you still have too many. Eggplant and capsicum are always well enjoyed in many ways during the warm seasons, whether it’s cooked on the barbie, made into dips or just eaten raw. If enough is enough, then think about charring them and storing them in oil to be used all year as condiments and additions to a wide range of meals. And as for chillis, well if you have more than one good sized plant in this season you’ll likely be wondering what to do with the excess long after the plant has withered and died. Stringing chillis up to dry and hanging alongside your garlic in the kitchen will give you two very versatile and well-used meal additions. However, chilli pastes and sauces are a must have in the fridge and cupboard for any spicy food loving family. And, depending on the variety of chilli you have grown, will provide you with many spiced up meals through the year. Doing a bit of reading on preserving will surely give you limitless ideas on how to continue to enjoy your homegrown harvests over the coming year, and given a little time and creativity your pantry will be filled with many delicious alternatives for your already fabulous produce. Happy harvesting!
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