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BY LIZ ROGERS
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so now’s the time to find out as much as you can about breast awareness and share it with friends and family. Don a pink ribbon to show your support and to honour those who have survived the disease and those who weren’t so lucky. Whether you’re taking part in the National Breast Cancer Foundation’s pink ribbon breakfast to raise money, joining in with the McGrath Foundation in encouraging everyone
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to ‘pink up’ their towns in the quest to place more breast care nurses in communities, or just remembering someone you miss, October gives you the chance to look after your own breast health and encourage others to do the same. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women other than non-melanoma skin cancer. Breast Cancer Awareness Month puts women’s health at the forefront and encourages us to remember it’s not rocket science, girls! Checking for changes in your breasts regularly and being aware of any signs of unusual pain that doesn’t go away improves survival rates because early detection
does matter. Log on to canceraustralia.gov.au, nbcf.org.au or pinkribbon.com.au to find out more and to ensure you’re putting your breast health first. Today and tomorrow. From February to December the Mornington Peninsula Women’s Cancer Group meets at The Bays Hospital in Mornington on first Wednesday of each month at 12.30pm, and at the Hastings Consulting Suite, 74 Victoria Rd, Hastings on the third Tuesday of each month from 10.30am-noon. All women with all cancers at all stages are welcome. Phone Jo on 0429 929 071.
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Toorak College students shine on and off stage
The Mornington Peninsula community showed immense support for Toorak College with 1000 patrons attending the production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid between August 31 and September 1. The Little Mermaid ventures under the sea to where a beautiful mermaid Ariel falls in love with a human and defies her father in an effort to join her beloved prince on dry land. More than 80 Toorak College students were part of the cast and crew that brought their passion and talents together to perform this wellloved story. Year 11 student Amalia Foy played the lead role of Ariel. Amalia says that playing a character such as Ariel was a dream come true. “I can really relate to Ariel,” she said. “Having a wild imagination, big dreams and the courage to go after what you want is really inspiring. Ariel shows resilience when faced with challenges and develops a number of strong friendships in her journey of finding herself — that is what growing up is all about.” Toorak College has an elite performing arts program that includes dance, aerobics and drama. Students learn to adapt their personal experience into performance situations, which can help to develop creative thinking. The imagination required to create a character and engage with others in that character is a powerful tool to acquire. Students who participate in drama and performance build confidence skills and social interaction, which is conducive to various opportunities such as public speaking or overcoming personal battles such as stage fright. Combining these skills can help to consolidate self-esteem and self-discovery as they journey through their education and beyond. Always collaborating with students is a joy for me because watching them experience the thrill of performing on stage in front of a full house makes all the hard work worth it. If you would like to be part of a school that facilitates and supports the performing arts, we warmly invite you to attend our Open Days on Wednesday, October 10, and on Saturday, October 27. Register your place at www. toorakcollege.vic.edu.au EMMA JENSEN Head of Performing Arts, Toorak College
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Grade 2 (for Year 5 entry), or a comparable level. Principal’s Scholarships are awarded on the basis of sound academic potential, a strong desire to learn and the willingness to fully participate in the co-curricular life of the school. Leadership skills, citizenship qualities, a commitment to community service, and a particular talent in Visual or Performing Arts, Music and/or Sport, are all key selection criteria. Creative thinkers, who strive for excellence and are dedicated to their community, are encouraged to apply. There may be additional opportunities for entry into other secondary levels for entry in 2020. We will be advertising these scholarships in the next few months. Scholarship applications for Year 5 and Year 7 entry in 2020 close on Thursday, October 18, at 5pm. Please visit our website for more details and to apply, or contact our Enrolments Team on 5971 6100 or enrol@woodleigh.vic. edu.au. JONATHAN WALTER Principal
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Tyabb resident Clare Donovan has written a book. It was never meant to be a best-seller nor have wide recognition nor a huge print run. But it has achieved what the author set out to do. This is a book that gives readers an insight into what nursing was like in the 1970s and beyond and will remain as a chronicle on nursing long after this holistic-first generation of care-givers has passed on. Gone Nursing is about a time when things were done differently. It is also about a time when patients stayed in hospital for up to two weeks instead of two days, and each nurse looked after their patient one to one. Times have changed and so has the way in which care is delivered in hospital, which makes this read a ripper. Clare explains. “We were hospital-trained, not universitytrained. I did my HSC at Frankston High in 1970 and was going to be a teacher. Everybody in my family were teachers, but I didn’t want to go to university and my parents didn’t have the funds to keep me there anyway. A friend had ‘gone nursing’ and the stories she told made it sound interesting, plus it was a paid position, which I thought was fabulous! I went to live in the nurses’ quarters near Prince Henry’s Hospital in the city after growing up in Mount Eliza, then went on to Williamstown Hospital to finish my training. It was the ideal way to get out of home, and the work was challenging too. I still catch up frequently with those nurses. We have a very strong bond.” She continues. “It took me a couple of years to finally put pen to paper because I wanted to cover other nurses’ experiences as well as my own. I had been working in the pharmaceutical industry after leaving nursing and was working full-time. I didn’t really have the space to write it until I retired, and it has been very rewarding because the response from other nurses has been huge. I’ve also had nurses of this generation tell me how interesting it is to see how it used to be done.” Clare printed 250 copies of her self-published tome this year and has only a few copies left and will need a reprint. Dedicated to “nurses everywhere” for their “dedication and compassion”, Gone Nursing takes you Rhys and Peter Horobin.
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through the ward rounds, exam time, nurses’ home, children’s ward, night duty, death and dying, and emergency codes for starters. But that’s only a snapshot. “It was only when I had a friend as a patient that the penny dropped. I realised that everybody belongs to someone and you never deal with a person in isolation. Nursing is about getting the whole picture and connecting. We never had any formal debriefing when something challenging happened. We relied on each other and that built real comradeship. I still have many of those friendships today.”
It’s true that advancements in diagnosis have brought about better outcomes for patients and many nurses are now nurse practitioners who have special training and can prescribe medicine, but Gone Nursing brings a refreshing understanding of what it was like to work alongside other student nurses who always had your back. It also highlights the importance of human connection. If you’d like to read more, email gone. nursing@bigpond.com to order a copy. Photo (above) by James Pyne Photography.
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Peninsula Grammar uses technology to transform education Director of Innovation and Learning Technology Dean Pearman and Junior Years Teacher Georgina Bishop have both recently been selected again as Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts, joining more than 7600 educators in the MIE Expert program worldwide. Each year, Microsoft selects innovative educators to share ideas, try new approaches and learn from each other as a global community dedicated to improving student outcomes through technology. As MIE Experts, Dean for the third year and Georgina for the second year running continue to build their capacity to use technology in both the classroom and curriculum to improve student learning. They are both inspired by the opportunity to transform teaching and learning, harnessing technology to help students achieve their full potential. “Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts are inspiring
examples of educators applying new ways of teaching and learning in their classrooms that motivate students and empower them to achieve more,” said Anthony Salcito, Vice President, Worldwide Education, Microsoft. Students at Peninsula Grammar learn by doing, engaging in various activities together that seek to develop the noncognitive skills of creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, communication, problem finding and solving. Technology is a great leveller — it doesn’t discriminate, it empowers all learners to do things they couldn’t do before. Peninsula Grammar seamlessly integrates technology into the classroom environment so students can continue to learn, grow and flourish. To find out more about how students benefit from specialised teaching and holistic leading-edge curriculum, visit www.peninsulagrammar.vic.edu.au; for more information about how Peninsula Grammar is using technology to transform education, visit blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/austeachers/2018/08/28/ peninsula-grammar-amplifies-learning-impact-byapplying-technology-to-evidence-backed-pedagogy/
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There is an award-winning contemporary home on Morell St in Mornington that has sprung from a young family’s desire to ensure a significant English oak tree at the rear of the allotment remained intact and glorious. The brief given to Vibe Design Group before embarking on this breathtaking design was to ensure there was a visual connection with the majestic life force from within the interior of the home while capturing distant bay views to celebrate the site’s coastal connection. The family also wanted a streamlined link between the kids’ rumpus area and the outdoor play zone.
The final result is spectacular. Upon entry you immediately relate emotionally to the ancient form sprawling its greenery across the breadth of the black anodised window combination. Outside becomes inside. Height, depth and width open the mind’s eye while delivering a timeless organic statement of mega proportions. This is a home designed with aesthetics and interaction with surrounds equally in mind and this far-sighted understanding flows from lower to upper level where framed bay views and the lower pool deck connect the themes of water. Volumes responding to terrain and excellence in the use of glass are key to this property’s minimalist success. Vibe Design Group’s grasp of how glass can connect interior levels with exterior vistas is palpable. The ground level rises into the upper living zone through the installation of a glass wall separating the upstairs living area and void, which becomes an invisible buffer, achieved with floor and ceiling recess details and large spans. Senior Vibe Design Group designer Kathryn O’Sullivan explains. “The glass extends across the study entry — interrupted only with a circular door handle, allowing the tree view to take precedence, clear and directional. Views of the outside were vital to this property’s success. The owners wanted the building to present in a minimalist way to the street with timber battening disguising the garage door and extending solid and transparent over the entry. You can just see tips of the oak tree filtering over the deep roof from street level for a taste of what is to come. As soon as you step over the threshold, your eyes are drawn to the beauty of the oak standing proudly down the hall and through the rumpus room.” Vibe Design Group received the Excellence in Use of Glass Award for its Morell House at this year’s Design Awards held at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV). Its clients were rewarded with a lifetime of English oak tree and sea view pleasure. Stunning. VIBE DESIGN GROUP A: 29/1140 Nepean Highway, Mornington T: 5975 8288 W: vibedesign.com.au E: info@vibedesign.com.au FB: vibedesigngroup INSTA: vibedesigngroup
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Love of land and learning BY LIZ ROGERS
Now this is something special. Just off Bentons Rd in Century Drive, Mount Martha, is a 2ha property that looks like it’s out of an authentic Aussie-made fairytale. Mud-brick house, wetlands, peacocks, chickens and their rooster, possums, bats and dogs. Then there’s a dinosaur table, skateboard ramp, tool shed, vegie garden and fruit trees. And don’t forget the gorgeous guinea pigs, worm farm, sheep and an outdoor pizza oven too. What? Please explain? Tony O’Connor loves nothing more than to wander around his neck of the woods to check what’s going on with the native flora and fauna. Graduating with an agricultural science degree from La Trobe University, then gaining a Diploma of Education and Master’s in quality systems management, this coast to country carer of the land teaches a school-based apprenticeship in parks and gardens in Frankston part-time and used to teach at Mornington Secondary College. He’s also building a guest
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house on his property, but it is his junior Landcare group, part of the Balcombe and Moorooduc Landcare group, that really satisfies his soul. He explains. “Lots of home-school parents and their kids rock up on Fridays to experience a range of activities. There are also kids who find it easier to learn by doing rather than by sitting down in a classroom and reading a book. Sometimes we go on walkabout and explore whatever we find along the way, or make fossils by pressing things into clay or grow vegetables. Then there’s the worms, the soil, composting and farming. The animals are always a hit too. But it’s not just about admiring the creatures and landscape. It’s about real education. Someone has to be responsible and it’s us. Giving kids knowledge is better than anything money can buy. Giving them a voice gets them connected to and invested in nature.” There are more than 5000 groups across Australia involved in the Landcare movement. Tony’s not-forprofit eco experience on his own home turf is all about generations coming together and working in co-operation to look after our landscapes and waterways. A $30 annual family fee is all you need to pay to join the group, which gets your kids learning about the environment from the
ground up on Fridays with Tony. “We have to pass on this knowledge to kids so they know how to look after the land and environment properly. I have different experts in their fields helping on Fridays to do just that. They are all volunteers. Whether it’s helping to build possum, bat and bird boxes, or building huts in the wetlands, or teaching different handcrafts, we all have the same aim in mind.” As part of his passion for caring for the land and environment, Tony has also started the Balcombe Creek Habitat Project, which encourages school and kinder groups to come to his property and learn how to create homes for wildlife. He goes on. “I started this around three years ago. Each kinder or school sets up a campsite and creates homes for local wildlife like lizards, bats and frogs, or how to make a wombat habitat. They are incredibly enthusiastic.” And so is Tony. This downto-earth eco warrior wants walking trails linking rural property to rural property across the Peninsula with the aim of sharing specific skillsets along the way. Impossible? Never say never.
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Last year marked the first Bata family fun day fete and picnic, and this year’s going to bigger and better. Saturday, November 10, will see the front lawn of Mornington’s first-class shoe provider transformed into a space that’s set to get everyone smiling. There’ll be face painting, balloon sculpting, a petting zoo, an inflatable obstacle course and a jumping castle for starters, while the gumboot toss and kids’ colouring competition will deliver prizes plus a bit of a giggle for family and friends.
Bata has been proudly supplying a wide range of shoes to Australian families for 70 years since incorporating in 1948 and has been manufacturing at the Mornington site since 1961. Coming off the back of its birthday celebrations in August, this school, work and casual shoe creator delivers longevity-based product you can rely on, plus they look great too. Check into the fete to enjoy a range of shoe specials on the day, peruse the latest summer-ready ladies’ sandals and pick up a sausage from the sizzling grill for a gold coin donation. Bring a rug and picnic to spend the day and take home a gift bag for the kids too.
So pencil in some downtime fun this November with a landmark company that has real staying power. The kids will have a ball and so will you. Shoe-sational! BATA SHOES A: 1158 Nepean Highway, Mornington T: 5970 8527 W: bata.net.au FB: BataIndustrialsAustralia INSTA: batashoes
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Mornington primed for Peninsula Cup One of the most popular race days of the year, Ladbrokes Peninsula Cup Day returns to Mornington on Sunday, November 4. Featuring an eight-race card spearheaded by the $80,000 Ladbrokes Peninsula Cup (1600m), Mornington Racecourse is ready to shine with a variety of hospitality options, from the sit-down five-course all-inclusive menu in the Gunnamatta Restaurant, to the lively three-course menu in the Silver Bounty Lounge, to the ever-popular Highview Accounting Cider Marquee in the premium trackside location. Fashion-forward racegoers should make a beeline for the Main Street Mornington Style Stakes competition, which will see winners nab a $1000 prize. Ladies, lads, squads and over-35s can enter the digital photography studio for their chance at being crowned and taking home the prize. Live music on the main stage, a silent disco and kids’ activities will keep the whole family entertained across the day. Tickets are available at mrc.racing.com
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Care in the home has become a welcome way of living for older people on the Mornington Peninsula, allowing them to continue living in their own home and community. But industry insights reveal that people aged 65 and older, as well as family members supporting them, sometimes don’t understand how the in-home aged care system works, meaning people often go without vital support services.
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Melbourne’s premier providers of hair and make-up services and courses have teamed up to deliver affordable luxury to the residents of Frankston and the Peninsula community with their pop-up Student Training Salon. For a limited time, Chisholm Institute and Runway Room have opened the student training salon at the Frankston campus on the corner of Fletcher St and Beach Rd. Timed perfectly for the Spring Racing Carnival and school formals, the salon will be offering hair styling and make-up application for $99, with $50 redeemable on Runway Room products to take home. Chisholm hair and beauty students will be given industry experience by immersing them in salon life and providing the opportunity to learn from industry experts overseeing the salon service. Runway Room founder Alex Fevola said: “Having grown up in Frankston, I am super excited to bring our ‘affordable luxury’ services and products to the local community. The opportunity for Chisholm students to gain real hands-on experience is invaluable and is the best possible way to launch a career in make-up. We are super proud to be able to offer this as part of their education program.” Open on Saturdays from 10am-5pm, the salon will be operational until December 8. Bookings can be made on 8578 2699 or at enquiries@ runwayroom.com
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Indigenous poetry in motion BY LIZ ROGERS
Something very special is happening from October 7-14 in Somers. Indigenous poet and 2017 Windham-Campbell Literary Prize (Poetry) winner Ali Cobby Eckermann is mentoring three Indigenous poets at Kalang Retreat. This is exciting not only because of the quality of the work by this Yankunytjatjara woman born on Kaurna land in South Australia, but because it draws a line in the sand as far as showcasing contemporary Indigenous poetry as a force to be admired and learnt from. We chat about how poetry helped her healing as one of the Stolen Generation, how she takes solace in the brevity of the work, which leaves less room for debate, and how poetry allows her to focus on emotional strength through immediacy of delivery. She explains. “I always wanted to write but didn’t start until I went to the desert to reconnect with my Aboriginal family, who has a strong line of singers, dancers and creative people. It took me a long time to find them and it was only when I returned to country about 20 years ago that poetry helped me find sense in a world that was moving fast. I had visited
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Kalang Retreat a while ago as an individual artist and was excited when (owner/operator) Michelle suggested these workshops. I am looking forward to being a mentor to pass on knowledge and skills.” Ali had two mentors in the desert and says they were invaluable. She also says that the number of Indigenous poets has grown over the past 10 years. “Maybe that’s because we have more access to the spoken word, or perhaps it is that when people feel oppressed they respond in creative ways. We are all joined by a cultural conscience.” Ali is the first Indigenous writer to attend the International Writing Program at the University of Iowa and is the first to receive the Windham-Campbell Literary Prize from Yale University. This prize covers four categories including fiction, nonfiction, poetry and drama and substantial prizemoney comes with it. Ali intends to spend the next 12 months hunkered down writing her first prose novel after having written numerous poetry collections, verse novels and a memoir. Joining her at Kalang Retreat will be writer
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and poet Ryan Prehn, a Melbourne-based descendant of the Worimi mob in NSW; poet, actor and singer-songwriter Monica Karo, a Gunai/Kurnai and Gunditjmara descendant; and Emily Munro-Harrison, a Wiradjuri woman who grew up on Kulin Country in Narrm and undertook a creative writing summer school intensive at Columbia University in New York. The Collective Spirit seven-day First Nations Creative Development Residency will culminate in First Nations Poetry Reading at Whistlewood Gallery in Shoreham on October 13 from 5-6pm. Collective Spirit is supported by a State Government Creative VicArts grant. This is not to be missed. Contact Whistlewood on 5989 8282 to find out more about First Nations Poetry Reading or book at firstnationpoetry.eventbrite.com. au For information about the Collective Spirit Creative Development Residency at Kalang Retreat, contact Michelle Leber on 0419 312 843.
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It’s a family affair at Safety Beach Country Club Safety Beach Country Club is nestled in a valley between Arthurs Seat and Mount Martha. This flat 18-hole golf course meanders around 16 lakes that dot the grounds, and the clubhouse overlooking the course is a great place to relax and have a drink after the game. Play Golf Women’s Clinics start this month. Tuesday beginners’ classes run from 10-11am on October 23 and 30 and November 13 and 20, with Thursday advanced classes from 2.30-3.30pm on October 25 and November 1, 15 and 22. Costing $40 and with all equipment provided, these classes are a great opportunity for novices who are keen to learn or for experienced golfers who feel they need to brush up on their game. Contact Linda Fredricson on 0408 212 638 for further details. Safety Beach Country Club also offers kids’ golf clinics from October until the end of summer. For more
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information on these, contact Jimmy on 0403 592 342, and if you’re wishing to take individual lessons, Safety Beach Country Club’s resident golf professional Shane Johnson can help. One of the great things about golf is that it is a family affair. Generations can come together to play a round, whether it’s nine or 18 holes. Safety Beach Country Club’s prices are among the most affordable on the Peninsula, and you can join the club with a yearly membership or come and play for the day for the cost of the green fees. Both ladies’ and men’s golf divisions have competition days for those of you with a competitive streak. Safety Beach Country Club provides a challenging mini golf green as well as a swimming pool and terrific tennis court facilities that will keep the kids entertained over the school holidays and on the weekends. It also conducts tennis lessons, and you can contact Scott McNamara on 0421 116 279 for further details.
If you’re searching for the perfect place for a wedding, Safety Beach Country Club’s newly refurbished clubrooms can deliver the ideal experience. The marriage ceremony can take place on the gorgeous green, the beautiful lily-filled lakes provide a gorgeous backdrop for wedding photos, and everyone can head back to the clubrooms for the reception. The club can provide a celebrant, finger food catering, a wine list of your choice and a band for entertainment at a very competitive price. For further information, phone 5981 0120 or visit the Safety Beach Country Club website, Facebook or Instagram for information on the latest events. SAFETY BEACH COUNTRY CLUB A: 10 Country Club Drive, Safety Beach T: Office (Debbie Hedges) 5981 0120 T: Shane Johnson (golf pro) 5981 0100 W: safetybeachcountryclub.com.au FB: Safety Beach Country Club INSTA: safetybeachcountryclub
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With impeccable timing, Peninsula Hot Springs has unveiled its new Bath House Amphitheatre just in time for the holiday months ahead. The amphitheatre includes seven new hot springs pools, a fire and ice journey with two new saunas, an ice cave and a minus-25C deep freeze chamber in addition to a wellness centre, entertainment area and new cafĂŠ. Among the 600 guests at the opening on July 29 were MPs Mark Coulton and John Eren and Mornington Peninsula Mayor Bryan Payne, and there was a Welcome to Country from Boon Wurrung Elder Aunty Carolyn Briggs. Guests were invited to immerse themselves in wellness culture at Peninsula Hot Springs and experience all of the activities that will be launched over the next 12 months. These included aerial yoga and Pilates demonstrations
from former Olympian, Studio PP founder and Peninsula Hot Springs Wellness Ambassador Steph Prem, and nutritional talks from Be Fit Food founder and Peninsula Hot Springs Nutrition Ambassador Kate Save. Music performances were showcased throughout the evening on the new amphitheatre stage, along with workshops and talks from leaders within their fields, fireside storytelling from Aunty Carolyn, body clay workshops, tours of the facility, mini spa treatments and much more. Guests were treated to delicious food and drinks supplied by local breweries and wineries, and the smiling faces of the Peninsula Hot Springs employees, even though the weather was not on their side. The Bath House Amphitheatre is now open for guests to enjoy. Bookings are essential. Visit peninsulahotsprings.com to find out more.
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A ferocious wind was hitting Frankston’s foreshore. Waves were thrashing violently on to the sand. Julie Baker was rugged up and determined to complete her daily walk along Frankston beach despite the bone-chilling conditions. It was then that she saw a little fairy penguin struggling in the waves. She and her dog kept their distance at first as they watched the little fella contend with the challenging weather. “He was flapping along but he was really struggling with the waves and looked like a baby penguin,” said Julie, from The Sports Injury Clinic in Frankston. “He looked very distressed. His flippers didn’t look too bad but when I got closer I saw that his eye was badly injured. He was waterlogged and couldn’t get out of the water.” Julie called AWARE Wildlife Rescue and kept the penguin calm and warm until a volunteer arrived and took it to the Karingal Vet Hospital, from where it was sent to Melbourne Zoo. “I was told that his eye was severely injured and his flipper wasn’t good either. He couldn’t hunt, so he couldn’t feed, so he was anaemic and had very little strength. He was actually an adult yet was so small because of his injuries affecting his eating habits,” said Julie. “He definitely needed my help that day.” If you ever find distressed or injured marine life or wildlife, keep an eye on them and call AWARE’s 24-hour hotline on 0412 433 727. Between 8am and 5pm you can also call the AGL Marine Response Unit on 1300 245 678. It’s important to remember to approach animals with caution because some can be dangerous if they feel threatened. For more information, visit awarewildlife.org.au and zoo.org.au
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THE GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH Dromana College is putting on the Greatest Show on Earth – quite literally! The hit musical ‘Barnum’, which tells the story of infamous circus and museum owner PT Barnum, will be coming to the Frankston Arts Centre next year with iconic tunes such as ‘Come Follow the Band’ and ‘Join the Circus’. Following the success of the college’s production of The Wizard of Oz in 2017, the Dromana College production team and Performing Arts teachers (Michelle Day, Jacqui Rodden and Sarah Cossey) have come together yet again to provide the students at Dromana College with an exciting opportunity to be involved in another spectacular theatrical experience. Ticket sales will not be released until March next year but be sure to put these dates in your diaries, you will not want to miss out! Frankston Arts Centre, May 10th and 11th 2019.
Year 12s primed for success Dromana College is extremely proud of our outstanding 2018 Year 12 student cohort and we wish the VCE students success as they complete their final exams. We have confidence that they will enhance our reputation as the college of academic excellence within the local region, bearing testament to the engaging, rigorous and sequential learning program delivered throughout years 7 to 12. We take great pride in our exceptional results and anticipate that new benchmarks will again be set by this year’s students. Our community can rest assured that we will continue to strive for continuous improvement in outcomes for all students. At Dromana College we give first priority to Literacy and Numeracy as the core and
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essential building blocks which underpin all learning and which enable students to excel so that they can achieve their personal best. Students thrive in our supportive culture of high expectation, where our dedicated teachers are seen as the most important resource towards student success. Our conscientious and united staff clearly understand their core business: focusing on effective teaching and learning and improving student outcomes. We also encourage and promote an extensive extra and co-curricula program to ensure that students have the right balance alongside their academic endeavours. Our Year 12 class of 2018, with successful graduation from either their VCE or VCAL pathway, can look forward with great confidence to successful and bright futures as well-rounded and high-achieving young adults, ready and equipped to begin their
post-school journeys. For the overwhelming majority of our VCE cohort, this will include admission into the university course of their first choice. Many of our VCAL graduates have already secured apprenticeships and employment, while others are pursuing further education and training in TAFE programs. We congratulate in advance the class of 2018 on what we confidently predict will be outstanding final results and wish them well for their varied future pathways. At Dromana College we provide a steadfast guarantee to our community that we will continue to work tirelessly to further our impressive trend of improving results for all of our students. SIMON JONES — Senior School Assistant Principal
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If you want to see one of 2016’s most inspiring documentaries while creating awareness surrounding suicide through the R U OK campaign, support Marlene Hoff’s R U OK? Day fundraiser in Rosebud. Marlene, the owner of 100 Mile Foodie, is planning a special screening of Embrace at Peninsula Cinema Rosebud on Wednesday, October 17, at 7pm. To do so, she needs to sell 65 tickets by October 5; they cost $47, with $25 from every ticket going to suicide prevention charity R U OK? A maximum of 100 tickets will be sold, which would raise $2500. “I will aim to do one of these fundraising events at the cinema with canapés and wine every three months so we can support R U OK? with $10,000 each year to help this amazing organisation help those most at risk in our community avoid taking that ultimate cry for help,” Marlene said. Embrace follows body image activist Taryn Brumfitt as she travels the world to explore the issue of body loathing; her unconventional ‘before-and-after’ photo posted on Facebook was seen by more than 100 million people and triggered an international media frenzy. Anyone who is able to donate bubbles, wine, beer, cider or ingredients to make canapés for the fundraiser, or supply items for a raffle, should email Marlene on marlene@100milefoodie.com.au; tickets for the fundraiser are available at fan-force.com/screenings/ embrace-peninsula-cinema-rosebud “Your support last year was amazing,” Marlene said. “Please support it once again because the Mornington Peninsula region really needs it.”
It’s time to salute our citizens Do you know someone whose efforts within our community should be recognised? Have you been to a local community event that you thoroughly enjoyed? You can acknowledge someone’s tireless contribution to our community by nominating them for the 2019 Australia Day Awards in the categories of Citizen of the Year and Young Citizen of the Year, and nominate a Community Event of the Year that you have attended or helped to organise. Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor Bryan Payne said being nominated for the awards was a great honour and every year remarkable residents are recognised. “This is a wonderful opportunity to thank someone you know for their valuable and selfless contribution by nominating them for the Australia Day Local Awards,” Cr Payne said. Nominations close on Friday, November 9. For more information and nomination forms, visit mornpen.vic. gov.au/ausdayawards or contact Christine Aslanidis on 5950 1137 or christine.aslanidis@mornpen.vic.gov.au
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IRENE CRUSCA Casual chats with Peninsula people by Yazmine Lomax While Hampton East artist Irene Crusca specialises in painting portraits of others, the woman behind the easel is just as fascinating as her subjects. Where did your love for creating art begin? My love for creating art began as a child when I attempted to draw for the first time and my creative parents both encouraged me to do so. My main love quickly became depicting people and I somehow seemed to capture people’s character or spirit. It was a magical process that I totally trusted. Where do you draw inspiration from? My strongest influences are drawn from my Sicilian background, especially my parents, their love of music, and their garden. The villages in Syracuse, Sicily are rich with community and culture and helped me to fully comprehend the displacement of my migrant parents. This greatly influences my compositions as I incorporate the idea of a fractured identity in my works. I have also been influenced by artists such as Francisco Goya, Rembrandt van Rijn, Giorgio Morandi, Lucien Freud, Clarice Beckett, and Nusra Latif Qureshi — their honest, sad, and sometimes extremely dark portrayals of the human condition have given me permission to express myself in similar ways. What does the day-to-day life of an artist look like?
Initially, my routine was based on a 9-to-5 model, but I realised that although you can paint all day, there are only a few hours when the best outcomes are realised. I may have only three or four quality painting hours in the day, usually in the morning when I’m recharged and have clarity and maximum energy. I intersperse painting with writing and research of ideas I have, or of other artists and techniques. How do you cope with artist’s block? I generally get artist’s block when I’m feeling under pressure — I know I can’t come up with strong, developed artworks in limited timeframes. I am learning to avoid this by drawing on work I already have or limiting entry to awards that I know I’m ready for. The greatest block is loneliness — not solitude, which is necessary for creative work, but a lack of connection with others. A good walk or a chat usually sorts out my mood and my block dissolves. Why do you love where you live and how does it inspire your work? I’m very privileged to enjoy stability and peace in Australia, which enables inspiration, but my inspiration also derives from an inner place. My sense of place is one which includes my Italian background and so both my physical location and bicultural identity inspire me.
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Trapped by fire in a Tasmanian mine At the time, the concerns of family and friends of the miners trapped below ground would have been the same as were felt during the recent happening in the north of Thailand. Unfortunately, the end result was not as happy. On Saturday, October 12, 1912, 170 men went down the North Mount Lyell mine but 42, many with young families, died after a fire in a pump-house 214m underground. On the day of the fire, 72 men reached the surface; the others were saved later. A Royal Commission soon after was unable to determine the cause of the fire. It recorded, however, that the 10 men whose bodies were recovered from the mine had died of carbon monoxide poisoning. Efforts to rescue the men below ground led to a record crossing of Bass Strait by the steamer Loongana. Fire-fighting experts and equipment from Victorian mines were rushed to Melbourne and the ship departed at 4.30pm on October 14 for Burnie. The Melbourne Age of
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October 16 reported: “Notwithstanding the rough head weather, the Loongana managed to cross Bass Strait yesterday in rattling time.” She arrived at 5.45am after a crossing of 13¼ hours. The first ship registered in the southern hemisphere to be powered by steam
turbines, the triple-screw Loongana was built at Dumbarton, Scotland, and launched in 1904. Owned by the Union Steamship Company of New Zealand until December 1921, she was transferred to Tasmanian Steamers Pty Ltd, a company formed by a merger with Huddart Parker. With her red funnels and green topsides,
she was an attractive ship, offered greater comforts than earlier vessels and also reduced the passage time across Bass Strait. Her top speed of more than 22 knots allowed her to sail Melbourne to Launceston, wharf to wharf, in 15 hours, including a slow passage up the Tamar River. The current ferries that go to Devonport can make the crossing in nine hours. After more than 30 years of almost trouble-free service, she was sold to a Japanese ship breaker in 1936. BY MAURIE HUTCHINSON President, Peninsula Ship Society T: Maurie Hutchinson 9787 5780 E: mauriehutch@gmail.com The Peninsula Ship Society meets at Hastings Yacht Club on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 10am. Visitors always welcome.
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Chilli’s the spice of family life BY LIZ ROGERS Cuteness alert! Chilli’s bound to get hearts thumping and tails wagging with just one longing for a play look. As a pivotal member of the Marsh family, who own and operate Dromana’s Rock & Redgum Garden Supplies, this gorgeous French bulldog spends the day entertaining clients and getting up to mischief. Tracey explains. “The customers love her. She’s a real person dog and demands interaction whether it’s with clients or their four-legged companions. She’s my shadow and comes with me on the school run to drop off our sons Finn and Joel, and then it’s into work. We waited for 18 months to get her from a breeder near Echuca and now I can’t imagine life without her. She’s got a beautiful red coat and the cheekiest expressions. Our regulars always ask after her and we’ve had people come back with their children to meet her.” As the pic suggests, butter wouldn’t melt in the mouth of this adorable
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canine. Yes, she likes to nibble shoes and run around the rock yard so fast you’ll get exhausted just watching her, but she also helps out with a day’s work. Tracey continues. “It was hilarious, really. The guys were measuring up some rock the other day for a client and she held the end of the tape measure in her mouth and put her paw up on the rock as if summing up the situation. She’s here six days a week and has become a real conversation piece.” Whether it’s saying g’day to clients, playing hide and seek, or snoozing on her bed in the Rock & Redgum office, Chilli has spiced up everyone’s life. “French bulldogs are known for breathing conditions like snoring and grunting so we had her nostrils widened, which is pretty common. She probably needs a bit of training too, but we think she’s absolutely perfect just the way she is,” says Tracey. Drop by Rock & Redgum if you’re in the vicinity to see why.
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Bodgy Creek scores a win in Rosebud BY LIZ ROGERS We are what’s called a low-budget film with limited September 17 saw Rosebud Cinemas swing open its release. It’s a wait-and-see thing. doors to three cast members of the ‘feel good think more’ movie The Merger, and people were excited. Is social media used much to promote movies? Lovers of authentic Aussie stories dropped by to say hi Damian, Michelle: Sure is. Some movies have millions and support Australian movie-making at its best with the of dollars to spend on social media campaigns. We had down-to-earth flick that brings love, grief, assimilation $100,000. You can see the difference. and small-town politics to the big screen. What was it like working on the film? Punters didn’t want to miss the chance to quiz the Michelle: It was life-changing, and everyone was so easy movie’s writer and actor Damian Callinan, who plays Troy to get along with. It’s such an important Aussie story. Carrington, and his co-actors Michelle Brasier (Gretchen) Sahil: I had gone back to India to try to do some and Sahil Saluja (Suresh). Here’s some of what they Bollywood after feeling like nothing was happening for asked. me. It was great to be part of this when I returned to Where does the story come from and is there a book? Australia. Damian: There’s everything except a book! I’ve been It’s a fantastic movie. It reminds me of The Castle. doing The Merger as a one-man show playing all the Michelle: Well, people really relate and connect to great characters for years after being commissioned to write a storytelling. show that subtly tackled the issues of racism in regional communities by Arts Victoria and VicHealth in 2009. I Damian: It’s set in an Aussie town where people live also do the Bodgy Creek Football Club podcast. everyday lives with family and friends, and it’s a comedy even though there are some very heartfelt moments too. Do you have a football background? Lots of people have told me they’ve laughed and cried Just a bit. I played footy until I was about 30 in country — like when Sayyid (Fayssal Bazzi) is waiting at the bus Queensland. We used to travel 350km for a game. I’ve stop for his wife and child to arrive after not seeing them also played in Japan on a five-storey building where for years. Composer David Bridie worked with Kurdish the footy kept going over the edge because the barrier asylum seeker and musician Farhad Bandesh, who’s been wasn’t high enough. detained on Manus Island, to compose music for this Is the movie going to be released overseas? moment. That’s special. Damian: Well, not sure. It’s tricky when you’re competing Get along to see The Merger at Sorrento and Rosebud with big-budget movies that get released everywhere. Cinemas before it’s too late.
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The Mornington Yacht Club was buzzing with girl power on Saturday, September 15, at the launch of an innovative and female-driven endeavour. The non-profit Women’s Spirit Project has brought together a group of business-savvy girls who are determined to empower vulnerable women doing it tough from the Frankston and surrounding areas and give them the tools to thrive and survive. Guest speakers, delicious nibbles, brilliant bubbly and live music all came together under the guidance of project founder Jodi Belyea and her team of butterfly angels. Working with the mind, body and soul to build and strengthen women’s health and well-being, The Women’s Spirit Project is one to watch, people. Log on to womensspiritproject. com.au or follow it on Facebook @ jodiebelyeaWSP to find out more.
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Play all day the Devilbend way BY LIZ ROGERS
Changes are afoot at Devilbend Golf Club in Moorooduc since the signing of a new 21-year lease. Former general manager Tim O’Sullivan is back on board after an eight-year hiatus and plans to lead the scenic rural club to bigger and better things. Offering challenges to all levels of golfers, Devilbend brings country ambience and public access seven days a week to the premier golfing table. Tim explains. “The club was established in 1973 so there’s a lot of history here. Plans to improve the clubhouse are in full swing. There will be a new deck overlooking the 9th and 18th greens, and the driving range upgrade (completed by December) with a six-bay all-weather hitting area is being constructed along with an automated ball machine. That means members and guests can purchase a bucket of balls for practice and not have to retrieve them.” Devilbend is situated in the heart of a flora and fauna reserve with spectacular water features and a wonderful array of birdlife. The clubhouse is available for functions and the pro shop is always fully stocked and competitively priced, plus there’s a new Lifestyle membership for the time-poor golfer. Tim continues. “Our members and staff are very proud of our golf course. It’s in terrific condition and we want to share it.” Check out this gorgeous course for yourself on October 28. The Devilbend open day will include free junior and beginners clinics, complimentary golf course access, a jumping castle for the kids and live music. The club is also offering a 16-month membership for the price of 12 this summer. Hole in one! DEVILBEND GOLF CLUB A: 28 Loders Rd, Moorooduc W: devilbendgolf.com.au FB: devilbendgolf INSTA: devilbendgolf
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THE BUSINESS Andrew van der Beek - Illumin8 Accounting
Every day I learn something new. Every day I learn something new. Whether it’s from a Whether it’s from a book, or a podcast, a book, or a podcast, a member of my team or just my member of my team justinteresting my four-year-old four year old pulling outor some fact, I am pulling out some interesting always learning something new. fact, I am always The most something frustrating part about learning, however, is learning new. when we don’t it. All that knowledge without any
The most part about learning, benefit for frustrating the future me. however, is when we don’t use it. All that A few things without that I do to me take on what knowledge anyhelp benefit foraction the future me. I’m learning:
A few things that I do to help me take action on what I’ma learning: 1. I take brain dump day. Once every three months I
sit coloured cards, representing a key 1. Idown takewith a brain dump day.each Once every three area. This could be; team, clients, processes, and so on. months I sit down with coloured cards, each I then record what’s been in my head but not yet on representing a key area. This could be ‘team’, paper.
‘clients’, ‘processes’, and so on. I then record
what’s my head but not on paper. 2. Each daybeen I writeindown one things I’ve yet learned. I’m still practising this one..
2. Each day I write down one thing I’ve learnt. I’m this one. 3. still I askpractising more questions than I answer. 3. I ask more questions than I answer.
4. Make things fun. When there is a challenge and
4. Make things fun. When is aand challenge and something to overcome, I findthere I rise up take it head on.something to overcome, I find I rise up and take it head-on. There are so many opportunities for learning. So many
There are sosomany opportunities forthings, learning. great ideas, many new ways of doing so So many great ideas, so many new ways many new technologies. But without a planof it doing just becomes noise, that we never dowithout anything things, somore many newnoise technologies. But aabout. plan it just becomes more noise, noise that we never do anything about.
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A Red Hill holiday rental has struck gold in the 2018 HomeAway Holiday Rental Awards. Orchard Keepers Red Hill took out the Indulgence category and was one of six Victorian rental properties to pick up an award. Home Beautiful editor-in-chief and House Rules judge Wendy Moore and landscape designer and Selling Houses Australia co-host Charlie Albone were among those on the judging panel. Wendy said of the property: “Absolutely luxurious interiors, stunning location and Issue 83, OCTOBER 2018
amenities that make you feel instantly spoiled. Not only did I see some styling that could be featured in Home Beautiful, I have a few ideas of where I’ll be booking my next holiday.” Orchard Keepers Red Hill is owned by Poss Sampieri. HomeAway communications manager Simone McDermid said: “This year’s winners featured amazing properties from all over the country and we are very proud that she is on that list.” To view the winning properties and the shortlist, visit awards.homeaway.com.au/
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THE BUSINESS Laura and Matt McNamara are about to travel through Australia in a caravan, and that’s awesome news for anyone who’s ever wanted to own a seaside café — you can have theirs for just $15. Laura and Matt are raffling their Island Whole Foods Café in Cowes to raise money for charities that are close to their hearts as well as to see their beloved business continue. “The community on Phillip Island are incredibly inspiring and supportive and we would love nothing more than seeing Island Whole Foods continue,” Laura said. “Plus, we get to raise awareness and support our favourite charities that we are very passionate about.” To enter, go to islandwholefoods.com.au and buy a Raw Golden Chocolate Bar for $15; you’ll then go into the draw to win the café. The raffle closes on October 16 and the winner will be drawn on October 17 at 2pm. With each bar purchased, Laura and Matt are splitting $2 between Take 3 For The Sea, Plastic-Free Phillip Island, Boomerang Bags Phillip Island and other local charities. “This amazing opportunity will change the winner’s life, as it did ours,” Laura said. Terms and conditions at islandwholefoods.com.au
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Lauren brings her skills to Family Law Life BY LIZ ROGERS
Family comes first at Family Law Life and that’s why the firm does divorce differently. This relationship-based group of lawyers believes in educating clients on how to make the oftenemotional process of separation or divorce a more positive experience that benefits the whole family. Mornington resident Lauren Wilson (pictured below) has recently joined the Family Law Life team in their new Mount Eliza office and brings with her a down to earth measured approach to the already successful Family Law Life table. Having a Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Teaching and a Bachelor of Business and Commerce gives this active member of the Mornington Life Saving Club the skills in out-of-court mediation and proceedings, plus a dedicated commitment to tie up loose ends. Children’s needs in any matter are the priority at Family Law Life, and Lauren’s five-year stint as a primary and secondary school teacher and as a parent to two strongwilled beautiful daughters has given her an invaluable understanding of different family units, which is reflected
in her approach to settlement agreements. Lauren brings a calm and supportive manner to proceedings to secure the confidence of all parties involved and can advise on parenting arrangements, financial settlements, binding child support agreements, spousal maintenance, divorce, family law and family violence litigation matters. While Lauren’s aim is to keep family members out of court, if matters do end up there, Lauren has the experience to guide clients through the process. If you’re currently going through separation, give Lauren a call at the new Family Law Life suite in Mount Eliza. There is life after divorce. Call Lauren to help with your transition. FAMILY LAW LIFE A: Suite 1/86 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza (by appointment only) A: Suite 3/75 Bay St, Brighton A: 23 Atchison St, St Leonards, NSW T: 1300 355 433 W: familylawlife.com.au FB: familylawlife INSTA: familylawlife
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HELLO Hastings
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Our Hastings feature has something for the ecominded reader, creative food connoisseur and people searching for over-50s award-winning living in a coastal town that keeps on getting bigger and better. Going from strength to strength with first-class business and entertainment offerings that give this Western Port part of the world its unique charm, Hastings brings lifestyle, environment and premium services to its residents and visitors alike. Flick through this feature to get in contact with lovers of dolphins, biosphere custodians, a lawyer or member for Hastings — or just book in for one of the most
delicious dining experiences around. Hastings is also holding Walk For Our Bays 2018 on Sunday, October 21, from 10am-2pm on its foreshore. Why not join in the fun and family orientated activities on the day and get your face painted, enjoy a magic show or be educated on how to keep this diverse and wonderful Western Port area in pristine condition. Bring your dog too — Walk For Our Bays is canine-friendly. It’s the perfect opportunity to see just how special Hastings is. Together.
Murals mark new chapter for reserve Hastings students have unveiled a series of custom murals for Wallaroo Reserve, marking another milestone in the five-year project to create a great community presence and further efforts to prevent graffiti at the reserve. The Wallaroo Reserve Activate Spaces Project empowers community members to get involved and leave their mark at the reserve in a positive way. To date, the project has seen several improvements to the reserve, such as landscaped architecture, seating and vegetation planting, including those planted at the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council’s community tree planting day in August last year. Over the past five years, additions to the reserve have included a basketball half-court, a barbecue and shelter, a BMX track, a playground, and a 100m bio retention system swale. The Mural Arts component of the project was co-ordinated by Helen Smith and Miles Lindqvist, from Western Port Secondary College, who were committed to ensuring involvement from local schools and community groups to ensure everyone had the opportunity to
participate. Cr Kate Roper described the quality of artwork as “outstanding”. Mayor Bryan Payne said: “This project has seen much collaboration and community support from Federal and State Government, Wallaroo Residents’ Action Group, Wallaroo Primary School, Western Port Secondary College, Advance Community College, Hastings Primary School, Good Shepherd Community House and Community Kinders Plus.”
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Biosphere reserves are areas where humans strive to live sustainably within their environment, share best practice approaches to sustainability and work in partnership with like-minded communities. The Mornington Peninsula and Western Port Biosphere Reserve is designated under UNESCO’s Man and Biosphere program, which recognises the area’s exceptional ecological values on the fringe of an expanding city. The Mornington Peninsula and Western Port Biosphere Reserve Foundation advocates for conservation and true sustainable development, undertakes projects to protect and enhance biodiversity, co-ordinates Citizen Science events, and undertakes community
and stakeholder consultation in conjunction with its partners. Western Port is an area of high biodiversity with internationally significant Ramsar wetlands that support hundreds of threatened species. It is also one of the fastest expanding peri-urban areas in Australia. The Mornington Peninsula and Western Port Biosphere Reserve Foundation works with the community to create a sustainable future for the region — environmentally, socially and economically. It does this through research, education, community engagement, partnerships and on-ground efforts, such as the Water Stewardship program. For more information and a membership application form, go to biosphere.org.au, or drop into the office at 1/97 High St, Hastings.
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I know problems don’t keep office hours and that’s why I’m available for you — 24 hours, seven days — on 5977 5600. If you need assistance, please give me a call at any time of the night or day. If it is not something I can fix myself, my office and I will help you find the assistance you need. I also take this opportunity to welcome the range of great policies announced by the state Liberals, to deal with Victoria’s rising crime, ballooning cost of living and worsening congestion. A state Liberal government will enact tough new laws, fix our bail and parole systems and introduce minimum mandatory sentences, so that the rights of victims in our state are once again put ahead of the offender’s. A state Liberal government will continue the ban on fracking, but allow conventional gas exploration, giving landowners the power of veto and a share of royalties. Under this policy, Victorian gas will be retained for Victorians. These policies will put real downward pressure on both gas and electricity prices across Victoria.
The state Liberals have also announced a $450 million partnership with the Liberal Federal Government to extend metropolitan train services to our community for the first time. Under Stage 1, residents of Crib Point, Bittern, Hastings, Tyabb, Somerville, Pearcedale, Baxter and Langwarrin will be able to take a short drive to the proposed new ‘park’n’ride’ just above Baxter, park all day and catch one of the more frequent and reliable train services right through to the city without having to change trains. When Stage 2 is undertaken, metro services will be extended right through to Stony Point where they will link up with the French and Phillip Islands Ferry.
Get out and walk for our bays Fancy a picturesque stroll through wetlands or along the waterfront while raising money to help protect our marine environment? Then Walk For Our Bays is for you. Organised by the Dolphin Research Institute, Walk For Our Bays is on Sunday, October 21, with 9.30am and 10am starts at the Western Port Marina complex. You can choose between a guided walk through the Warringine Wetlands or a dog-friendly stroll around the picturesque waterfront of Hastings. There will also be hot drinks, a sausage sizzle and community stalls open from 8.30am at the Marina Bar & Bistro, and free family entertainment including the Totally Wilde Magic Show, Faery Emma’s facepainting and boat rides with Western Port Coast Guard. Free marine education programs will be running throughout the event, so come and learn about the treasures that live in our backyard. Did you know that Victoria has the largest whales (blue), the largest dolphins (killer whales), fast-growing kelps (a metre a day), the smallest sea star, swarming spider crabs and oceanic dolphins coming to live permanently inside our bays? Money raised by Walk For Our Bays will support the institute’s new ‘i sea, i care’ COMMUNITITES program that does not receive government funding. Your support will help to build a community that cares enough about our bays to change how we live around our coast. The institute is a community not-for-profit organisation that has been providing marine research, education and leadership for more than 27 years and acknowledges key event sponsors Mornington Peninsula Shire, Westernport Marina, Marina Restaurant & Lounge Bar, Westernport Holden, Peninsula Honda, Poyser Constructions and Mornington Peninsula Magazine. Go to dolphinresearch.org.au or phone 5979 7100 for event details and registration.
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Celebrating the Peninsula’s Mumpreneur’s Kirsty finds perfect work/life balance When Kirsty Mantel had her first child, she came to a life-changing decision: she never wanted another 9-to-5 office job. “I wanted to be at all the kids’ school and sporting events and be around as much as I could.” So she took the plunge and started her own business, Seachange Holiday Rentals, and she hasn’t looked back. With her experience as a property manager in Mount Eliza before having Miller — followed by Sonny
and Jax — Kirsty was well-placed to make waves in the holiday rental market, and she has certainly done that over the past 10 years. “I am available seven days a week, but my three sons often come with me to work to help out while I’m getting homes ready and conducting move-out reports,” Kirsty said. “Then we’ll often have a picnic or a beach adventure on the way home, so that’s how we balance work/life.”
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Mums honoured and humbled by AusMumpreneur award Two Peninsula women have picked up a silver medal at the annual AusMumpreneur Awards. Sally Wood and La Muxlow, who co-founded The Mindful Mum, were named runners-up in the awards’ Digital Innovation category. Sally said she and La were thrilled to have done so well among such a talented group of women from throughout Australia. “We were honoured and humbled to have been recognised among such a high calibre of businesses. This award truly validates our mission for supporting the emotional, physical and mental well-being of mums. “The transition to motherhood can be extremely tough and many mums
are suffering behind closed doors. We’re committed to making it easier through our wide range of online classes delivered by a supportive team of health and well-being experts who hail from the Mornington Peninsula.” AusMumpreneur co-founder Peace Mitchell was delighted at Sally and La’s award. “They have an outstanding business and they are both inspirational role models and ambassadors for mums in business everywhere. We wish them and all our amazing AusMumpreneur Award winners every success in the coming year.” Peace said the awards were “all about recognising the growing number of
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Tiny Wild big on cuteness When Jasmine Ward couldn’t find anything she liked for her little son’s bed sheets, she took matters into her own hands and made her own. That was the beginning of Tiny Wild Collective, Jasmine’s range of customdesigned, personalised products for babies and tiny tots made right here in our own backyard. “I have always had a love of art, design, colour and typography, which led me down the path of design and media,” says Jasmine, who also works as a graphic designer for Mornington
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Are you someone who has trialled two or more antidepressants and still have the symptoms of depression? Perhaps you find it difficult to tolerate the side effects of some antidepressants. Or maybe you don’t want to take them at all. Then transcranial magnetic stimulation may be for you. Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt and Mornington councillor Rosie Clark have just inaugurated an innovative depression treatment here on the Peninsula that aims to help the one in four Australians suffering from mental health issues each year. TMS Australia is now operating from OPTIMIND Psychiatry in Mornington; it offers an alternative to traditional forms of treatment for depressive illness and is having excellent results with people who have had limited or no response to treatments previously. So how does it work? TMS uses controlled magnetic pulses to activate the positive mood circuits in the brain (by stimulating the underactive area of the brain associated with the emotional centre). It is a non-invasive and painless procedure that involves activating this area repeatedly to encourage performance at normal levels. Unlike antidepressants, which can cause side effects including insomnia, nausea, fatigue and weight gain, or electroconvulsive therapy, which can cause headaches, memory loss and confusion, known TMS side effects include temporary scalp discomfort and headache. That’s it. No hospital stay, no anesthesia. The procedure has been researched and used for more than 30 years without presenting any significant safety issues. As one of Australia’s leading TMS experts, TMS Australia co-founder and medical director Professor Paul Fitzgerald explains: “We are currently seeing a shift in the way depression is being treated in Australia and around the world. The development of TMS provides us access to a very well-tolerated, safe and very effective treatment for a substantial proportion of patients who have not responded to or can’t tolerate medication therapies. TMS
can make a real difference to the lives of many patients with depression and their family and friends.” OPTIMIND principal psychiatrist Dr Jeremy Stone continues: “It is great to be able to offer this previously unavailable treatment to Mornington Peninsula residents.” If you’re searching for an alternative treatment for your depression, TMS may work for you where other treatments have failed. For the majority of treatmentresistant depression patients, TMS can provide relief
within six weeks and last for one year as stated by TMS experts. Give TMS Australia a call to see if you may be one of them. TMS AUSTRALIA A: 303 Main St, Mornington T: 1300 867 888 W: tmsaustralia.com.au FB: tmsaustralia
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Five keys to a healthy weight loss BY KATE SAVE
Weight loss shouldn’t be difficult if it is done correctly. Here are five rules to ensure that all the hard work you are putting in pays off!
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Hydration — make sure that hydration is a priority by aiming to consume at least 2-3L of water every day (approx. 30-40ml/kg body weight). Thirst is commonly misinterpreted as hunger, leading to the consumption of more food than needed, when really a glass of water may be all your body is asking for. If you feel that you are hungry, have a glass of water first, wait 30 minutes and see if the hunger has subsided. Exercise — even though diet is the key to losing weight, exercise also plays a role:
80% diet, 20% exercise. So to ensure that your body is happy and healthy, aim to move your body for at least 30 minutes most days. This can be a run, brisk walk or even some yoga or Pilates. The combination of cardiovascular exercise and resistance exercise will give the best results, as the cardiovascular exercise burns fat whereas the resistance builds muscle mass, which increases metabolism. Daily exercise also improves mood and increases energy and metabolism for the day.
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Mind your portions — portion control is key. Society tells us that we should eat
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Don’t skip meals — the longer you go without eating, the hungrier you will be, so rather than skipping breakfast and lunch then eating your whole daily intake in a few hours in the evening, try eating 3-5 small well-balanced meals throughout the day to keep your metabolism going. Start each day with breakfast to kick-start your metabolism and boost energy levels for the day. Want to take the guesswork out of weight loss and healthy eating? Try Be Fit Food! Order one of our low carb, high protein meal programs online today at www.befitfood. com.au, call 1300 2 MEALS or visit us at our Mornington store located at 2/49 Mornington-Tyabb Rd, Mornington. Kate Save is an accredited practising dietitian, exercise physiologist and co-director of Be Fit Food in Mornington. For more info go to befitfood.com.au or phone 1300 2 MEALS (63257)
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Fifty years of caring for women Michelle-Ann Bras & Swimwear is celebrating 50 years of trading in Mornington. It is still owned by Lois Mitchell, who started the business with her late husband John in 1967. The following year they had a daughter, Michelle-ann, who was aptly named after the store. Michelle-ann joined the business 32 years ago and together they have enjoyed servicing the needs of the ladies of the Mornington Peninsula with bras and swimwear. Twenty years ago The Pink Room evolved to care for women who have experienced breast cancer surgery. It is a special part of the business Lois and Michelle-ann are most proud of. Michelle-Ann Bras & Swimwear is one of Melbourne’s largest retailers of swimwear and bras, offering a specialty fit service for both bras and swimwear with an extensive range of large cup sizes available. The entire team has been with MichelleAnn Bras & Swimwear for many years. Store manager Helen McMillan has been Issue 83, OCTOBER 2018
on board for 23 years, and what sets the business apart from its competitors is the team’s knowledge of product and fit. Most importantly they take pride in knowing and caring for their customers. The staff are all Peninsula locals who have a strong connection to the community and have been well trained to advise you in making the right choice, whether it be a Camilla caftan, bathers, bra or prosthesis. Labels include Berlei, Triumph, Playtex, Panache, Glamorize, Empriente and Fayreform. Swimwear brands include Seafolly, Jets, Sunseeker, Tigerlily, Baku, Camilla, Speedo, Jantzen, Togs, Anita and Empriente. Lois and Michelle-ann would like to thank the wonderful people of the Peninsula for all their support and loyalty - it is very much appreciated. They feel very privileged to have three generations of customers, and some of Lois’s original customers are still shopping with her today, which they feel is something very special. MICHELLE-ANN BRAS & SWIMWEAR A: 147 Main St, Mornington T: 5975 3649 W: michelleann.com.au
I sometimes reflect and look back at when I was in my darkest days — unable to leave the house due to crippling anxiety and in a depression so deep the only option I thought I had was to check out. It doesn’t sound like something a person would want to recall but the reason I do this is to learn from that experience … to find the lessons and values in it so it serves a purpose in my life.
living in fear … basically I was toxic. And that was on me.
Something I have realised is that I ended up in that position not because of the things that had happened in my past or were happening in my present, but because of the things I wasn’t doing within myself in order to prevent that situation.
It took about 12 months to get back on my feet … to reconstruct the foundation I was based on and to recreate a version of me that was capable of creating and sustaining a positive state of mind.
I often talk to clients about my past and experiences, trying to share the lessons I have learnt and pass on any knowledge I have gained so they don’t have to experience the same thing. When I talk about that part of my life, I refer to it now as though I took the “easy path”, meaning although I didn’t know it at the time, there was a lot I could have been doing if I was a bit more diligent and proactive. I liken it to sitting on the couch, eating junk food, not exercising, bingeing on Netflix and generally being lazy … it’s no real shock when the physical health deteriorates and then physical illnesses occur. The same goes with mental health — I was codependent on the Dept of Veterans Affairs, I was blaming other people for things, I was judging, I was
Thankfully I didn’t take my own life; I took “the hard path”. In the state I was in, suicide would have been the easy option back then, but as difficult as it was I put my hand up, reached out and asked for help. I realised no one was going to magically come along and rescue me; I had to get myself in a position to get better.
That’s why in my work now I have a sixweek introductory program, which then leads into a 12-month program for those that are really interested in learning how to create the best version of themselves. Unfortunately this stuff isn’t taught in school, and after spending 10 years working with people to come out of depression and to overcome anxiety, I felt there was an opportunity to teach people how be responsible for their happiness. No more Band-Aids, coping mechanisms or quick fixes, just good old-fashioned education. As Dad always used to say: “Nothing worth having comes easy.” If you have any feedback, thoughts or something you would like some advice on, please feel free to email hello@ myndfit.com.au and we will do our best to address it next issue. Thanks for reading!
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Traditional Chinese medicine goes from strength to strength It simply doesn’t get any better than this! With its beautiful, serene environment located on a magnificent 2ha lake, the Woodman Estate Wellness Retreat is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Already known for its pamper treatments, including massages, facial and body wraps, the health side of the wellness experience is now expanding with an array of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) programs. More and more people are turning to Chinese medicine as it enables you to understand your body’s natural patterns and signs. This style of medicine seeks to address the root cause of diseases or imbalances instead of just treating the symptoms. Through its team of TCM doctors, the Woodman Estate Wellness Retreat offers: Cosmetic acupuncture and facial rejuvenation, which are safe, gentle and natural anti-ageing practices to enhance
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After decades in Main St, Fiona’s of Mornington will morph into an extension of the popular new eatery Chutney Bar. Last drinks at Fiona’s saw a steady stream of clients who have loved the store for years. Bargains were to be had as the last of these savvy and stylish clothes were sold. Erica MacPherson and her daughter Victoria will be missed on Main Street. They have been clients of Mornington Peninsula Magazine since our first edition!
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Stephanie is an experienced Astrologer and regular contributor to Mornington Peninsula Magazine.
by Stephanie Johnson
Aries: When the Sun is in Libra, that is your cue to
consider others. Your relationship status is highlighted. If you are single, do you want to be? If you are in a committed relationship, then the focus is off you and on to others. What or who needs attention?
Taurus:
All systems slow for Taurus during October. Your ruling planet Venus is Retrograde and in your opposite Sign. You need to be aware of relationship politics. You may be tempted to control situations with loved ones but you would be better advised to hold your own counsel.
Gemini: October is a fun-filled month for you. Like
a butterfly, you can flit from one pleasurable activity to another. You can literally stop and smell the roses. As some would say, you can listen to your inner child and play. Creative projects flourish, as do harmonious social activities.
Cancer: You are likely to enjoy your natural habitat this month — the sanctuary of home. If you live alone then now is the ideal time to redecorate in a way that lifts your spirits. If you have a busy household then family relationships are central. Your diplomacy skills may be needed.
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The art of communication is central to your success during October. If you are diplomatic and considerate then your social and professional arenas are likely to benefit. However, if you resort to gossip then this could backfire. Learn to listen when necessary and speak when appropriate.
It is time to pursue your hopes, dreams and wishes. Look around and see which friends, groups and clubs support your dreams and which do not. Focus on the positive. It may be time to part ways with some connections. However, on the whole, opportunities for new ventures abound.
balance the budget. Virgos are usually frugal. However, this is just your Sun Sign. In astrology, spending habits extend beyond the Sun Sign. So you may need to tighten the purse strings if necessary, or increase your income if possible.
You are likely to be in the middle of a venture this month, something that may feel suspended in time. You need to be patient and keep working towards the end goal. The end is nearer than you think. You are in transition with key planets about to change direction.
Virgo: Money matters this month. It is time to
Libra: Your focus is usually on your loved ones. This
month you need to turn it back on yourself. Take a look in the mirror and ask yourself to decide on what is really important right now. What do you need to be happy? Then go out and do it. Just for yourself.
Scorpio:
Two fortunate planets — Jupiter and Venus — are in your Zodiac Sign, indicating that luck is on your side. Opportunities arise now in your love life and your financial arena. Focus on how you want these two areas to flourish and make the most of the opportunities. Fortune favours the brave.
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Aquarius:
If you want to broaden your horizons then you have to face your fears and let go of any fixed ideas that are holding you back. October is a time of adjustment, during which you have the chance to really soar, but only if you truly let go of obstacles from the past.
Pisces:
Recent or current events are changing the course of your life. You are well aware of the cycles of life because you are going through a changing one of your own. Hold on to the things and people who are dear to your heart and let go of anything else.
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BY YASMINE LOMAX We Aussies are pioneers in a lot of ways. Chucking butter and sprinkles on bread? Way ahead of you. Abbreviating every word imaginable? All in an arvo’s work. But one thing we’ve yet to fully embrace is Halloween. The Celtic tradition, celebrated on October 31, dates back almost 2000 years. While originally a way to ring in the New Year on November 1, today Halloween is the one time of year when it’s acceptable for creatures small and large to dress up in wacky wears and scoff the entire contents of a jack-o’-lantern. If you haven’t celebrated Halloween before, never fear (or do … it’s kind of the point) — we’ve got your go-to guide on getting into the spooky spirit.
Costumes For couples — Shaggy and Scooby-Doo: All you’ll need is some green and brown clothes and a little face paint to transform you and your boo into the iconic Mystery Inc. duo. For the girl squad — the cast of Mamma Mia: Duh! Throw on a pair of denim overalls to become Meryl Streep’s Donna while your Dynamos shimmy into sequined numbers. For the forgetful — three-hole punch paper: We get it; life gets busy. If you find yourself in a last-minute costume pickle, make like Jim Halpert from The Office and stick three black circles to a white shirt. Bonus points if you work at a paper company.
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When you’re feeling a little Pinteresting — strawberry ghosts: Dip strawberries into melted white chocolate and use the dark sort to mark a pair of haunting eyes.
Music Something old — Thriller by Michael Jackson: No surprises here; Thriller is the ultimate Halloween track with a hair-raising video to boot. Honourable mentions go to The Monster Mash and the Ghostbusters theme. Something new — Dracula Teeth by The Last Shadow Puppets: Full strings accompany the eerie lyrics of Dracula Teeth, crooned with swagger by the baroque duo. Something to dance to — Heads Will Roll by Yeah Yeah Yeahs: Karen O’s jagged vocals will have every ghoulish guest dashing to the dancefloor if the pulsating organ strains of the opening notes don’t do it first.
Yet another person has disappeared from the scenic coastal town of Mornington without a trace. Authorities have yet to determine what is happening to residents of this community where sea and sand usually spells good old-fashioned fun, but there are plenty of clues leading them to the old seafaring fella who lives in the fisherman’s shack nearby. Residents believe the place is haunted and know the ‘loner’ is scary and strange. Questioning him could be difficult. It could be dangerous. It could lead to a ghostly encounter. Who will find the missing and what happens when they do? Locked in Escape Rooms has just launched its latest room, The Missing, and it’s only for the brave investigator. Open just in time for Halloween, The Missing room will take you on a journey where disappeared people and ghosts play the major parts as you unravel the clues. Are you brave enough to explore the fisherman’s shack? Will you make it out alive? Are you ready to risk becoming one of the missing? Locked in Escape Rooms is the ideal place for end-of-year celebrations, birthday parties and corporate events. It offers packages for groups of all sizes and delivers a uniquely inspirational dose of interactive fun for everyone. Book today and escape.
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Movies The time-tested treat — Hocus Pocus: Three witches, played by Bette Midler, Sarah-Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy, are resurrected on Halloween night in spinetingling Salem. Need we say more? The thriller with a twist — Scream: The slasher franchise isn’t the scariest by any account, but it expertly blends horror with humour. The brilliantly bingeable — Stranger Things: For the past two years, October 31 has meant trick-or-treating, pumpkin spice lattes, and new Stranger Things, the sci-fi series that plays homage to the ‘80s. While this year we’re tragically deprived of fresh episodes, Halloween night is the perfect time to re-watch the antics of Eleven and co. www.morningtonpeninsulamagazine.com.au
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When we heard that Marty Williams from Cousin Leonard fame was getting a monthly singing group together in Balnarring, we thought you’d like to hear about it too. Known for creating the Peninsula Songriders Sessions, which happen monthly at the Westernport Yacht Club, Marty has been mulling over getting a group of like-minded songbirds together for a while, and now’s the time to drop by mid-week to the St Marks Church Hall in Balnarring for a bit of vocal release.
BY LIZ ROGERS He explains. “I just love singing, and a few of my friends said they’d like to have a go at a singing group. We had 20 people turn up on the first singing room session in August. It’s not a performance-driven thing; it’s just for the sake of it and about opening your mouth and singing. You don’t have to be an expert. You can be any age. I just pull out my guitar as a reference point and you follow the words on screen. We cover two songs per night plus there’s tea, coffee and biscuits on offer. It’s just about getting together with like-minded people who love to use their voice.” Happening monthly on a Wednesday
from 7.30-9pm, the next singing room takes place on October 17 and then on November 14. If you’re in the mood to croon and don’t mind throwing caution to the wind, go along, just $10 will get you in. Contact Marty on cousinmarty@gmail.com and follow him on Facebook @martywilliamsmusic or @peninsulasongriders for all musical updates. Sweet. THE SINGING ROOM A: St Marks Church Hall, Balnarring Rd, Balnarring. All welcome.
Last drinks at GPO It was the end of an era on August 30 as GPO Hotel brought the curtain down on its successful business. Staff and clientele mingled over drinks and delicious food as Tim Stout and Josh Roydhouse provided the live music. But stay tuned: a wonderful new chapter awaits with the opening of a great new business coming soon in this great venue.
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It’s September 5 and the joint is jumping. The Corner in Wilsons Rd, Mornington, is hosting an art exhibition that means a lot to many people — not just because there’s an array of great art to peruse, but because all of the artists identify as living with a disability or having a history of mental illness. There’s art hanging everywhere. Flowers, forests, sunrises, Kombi vans and Sonic the Hedgehog and his freedom fighters. Parents and siblings have come to support their sons, daughters, brothers, sisters or just mates who have entered the exhibition and competition to win the artX trophy and the first prize of a $500 voucher to be used on art supplies to assist them in their artistic endeavours. There’s also a “highly commended” prize of $100 up for grabs. Nice. People are chatting and enjoying the finger food just like at any other opening. But this isn’t any other opening. This is an exhibition presented by genU, which provides a range of support to enable the art show participants (and many others) to live the lives they choose. This is an exhibition that gives these artists the vehicle to express themselves and be recognised for it. Formerly known as KarnivART, artX showcases work that celebrates diversity and inclusiveness, and it’s a great excuse to get together and have some fun too. This year there were 38 entries across many mediums including mosaic, painting,
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drawing and tapestry. After running for 10 years in Geelong and in its third year in Mornington, this year’s artX was won by Jack Steele for his Colourful Rainbow Combi. There was a highly commended artist too, but he would prefer not to be mentioned. Judged by Jaclyn Jenkins (Brightly Arts), Ron Roach from Ron Roach Gallery and Peninsula street artist Tara Kingston, who hung and curated the exhibition, the night celebrated amazing art — and that, dear readers, is a truly great thing.
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There’ll be hot bands, cool cars, dancing, pin-ups and way more to get you all shook up. THE FUN STARTS ON FRIDAY EVENING Stay up to date, follow us on @ForeshoreRockFest Tickets are essential for many events and will sell out quickly, so to BOOK NOW go to:
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Mornington Main Street Festival is bringing you a huge range of food vendors and wineries this October. With seven performance areas, stages, roving entertainment and children’s activities, it is a fun day out for all ages. Quarry Mountain Dead Rats have joined the line-up with SugaTree, The Midweyers, Malcura, Joel Reed and Them Blues Cats, Super Saloon, Diddy Reyes 59’ Rockers, The Vibraphonic Orchestra, Sam O’Connell, Mat Katsis and Eric Parker, to name just a few. Spend the day or just a couple of hours enjoying treats from across the Peninsula and beyond. Indulge in some old favourites, including The Flying Calamari Bros, DOC, Nica Tacos, and The Rocks Mornington, as well as new ones such as The Avocado Hut or Far Out Falafels. Don’t forget to save room for dessert with lots of treats for you in store. Browse a wide range of handcraft stalls, including OMG SeaGlass Designs, Tenae Lily or Whimsical By Nature, and pick up something unique to take home.
Enjoy the Gloriana Pin-Up Queen 2018 competition, face painting, animal farm, Little Shop of Horrors characters and mascots, Casey Grammar School, Osbourne Primary, Mornington Secondary, the animals from Magical Mountain, Dudlee Djembe, J Step Dance, and Mornington Peninsula Libraries craft-making. Some of the Peninsula’s top wineries, including Bittern Estate, Chirping Bird Wines, Dromana Estate, Elan Vineyard & Winery, Rebello Wines, Stumpy Gully Vineyard, T’Gallant Winemakers, Underground Winemakers and Yabby Lake, will showcase their vintages, which you’ll be able to taste, buy by the glass or take home. Ten Sixty One ciders will also be available. This not-for-profit community event is only able to take place due to the support of Mornington Peninsula Shire Council and generous sponsors such as The Grand Mornington, EastLink, Mornington Peninsula Magazine and others that all help either financially or in kind to make the festival such a success.
Mornington Main Street Festival will be held on Sunday, October 21, from 11am-5pm. For more details, visit mainstreetfestival.com.au
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The Mornington Peninsula has long been home to a vibrant and energetic blues scene. Now there are plans for a new festival that its organiser hopes will become a major event on the national blues calendar. The Mornington Peninsula Blues Festival, which will be held at Mornington Racecourse on Saturday, February 9, next year, is the brainchild of Peninsula resident Patrick Elliget, the man behind the highly successful Mornington Peninsula Blues Sessions over the past four years. It will feature Australian rock and blues legends Ross Wilson and Phil Manning along with Chris Finnen, Lloyd Spiegel, Geoff Achison and others from 11.30am-9pm. Peninsula music-lovers will be able to enjoy food and refreshments courtesy of the Mornington Racing Club providers while they listen to eight high-class blues acts, and there will be various market stalls and displays in a celebration of what the Peninsula has to offer. Buses from Melbourne On The Move will be running to and from the festival, with pick-ups from Melbourne, Brighton, Mordialloc, Frankston, Blairgowrie, Dromana, Rosebud and Sorrento, so your transport options are sorted and you can relax and enjoy a day filled with sensational blues. Patrick was recognised at the 2017 Victoria/Tasmania MBAS Blues Awards with the Alan Stafford Award for his contribution to blues music. To book your Mornington Peninsula Blues Festival tickets, go to mornpenbluesfest.com; for your return bus tickets, go to melbourneonthemove.com.au/listing/music-and-sporting-events
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arts events leisure With many ticket options to the VineHop Saturday selling out quickly, attention is turning to the Peninsula VineHop Festival’s foodie-focused PostHop Sunday Session on Sunday, November 18. With a chilled-out vibe, the PostHop Sunday Session will be a five-course food and drink pairing at Hickinbotham of Dromana, with a focus on great food, an array of Peninsula beverages and entertainment from Kylie Auldist from the Bamboos. Event organiser Lisa MacGregor said everyone attending the session will be given a ‘Degustation Passport’ entitling them to a five-course picnic-style lunch to enjoy at their leisure throughout the day. “Each course has been specifically matched with a premium Peninsula beer, wine or cider, which can be purchased on the day,” said Lisa. Passport holders can opt for vegetarian options or indulge in the following menu: • A selection of three Boatshed cheeses, served with crackers (can be GF) matched with Hickinbotham Estate Merlot or a Mornington Peninsula Brewery VinAle; • Grilled fish taco, corn tortilla with shredded cabbage, lime-marinated corn, spring onion, pineapple, salsa and chilli mayo (GF) matched with Hickinbotham Estate Pinot Gris or a Red Hill Brewery Wheat Beer; • Chicken and chorizo paella (GF) matched with Hickinbotham Estate Tempranillo Joven or a Hix Pale Ale; • Asian-style pork belly skewers served with slaw (GF) matched with Hickinbotham Estate Pinot Rose or a Ten Sixty One Cider; or, • Chocolate brownie served with caramel sauces and cream (can be GF) matched with Hickinbotham Estate Noble Sauvignon Blanc or a Hix Barley Wine. Venture Bus Lines is providing buses to the session from Seaford North Recreation Reserve, 50 Railway Pde, Seaford; Mornington Primary School, 9 Vale St, Mornington; Dromana Recreation Reserve, 47 Pier St, Dromana; and Olympic Park Recreation Reserve, 80 Besgrove St, Rosebud. Tickets vinehopfestival.com.au Issue 83, OCTOBER 2018
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Setting new standards at Boneo Park
Judy Dierks and Diamond Star
This year’s Martin Collins Australian Dressage Championships will be held on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. Join Boneo Park, one of Australia’s prestigious equestrian centres, on October 17-21 to witness Australia’s elite dressage competitors perform. This nationwide competition will feature top horse and rider combinations displaying their incredible skills in the hope of picking up this year’s Championship Title in all levels from Novice to Grand Prix. Boneo Park will transform its main outdoor arena with undercover grandstands, a food village, trade stalls, masterclass presentations and much more to give spectators ringside action and a unique and memorable experience. Take in the whole spectacle as you witness these amazing animals work together with their riders to dance and perform to music in the CDI-W Grand Prix Freestyle. Horse and rider moving as one unit and dancing to a wide range of well-known music is something anybody can enjoy. Boneo Park director Fiona Selby stated: “Spectators and riders alike will be able to enjoy an intimate experience with the
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competitors, just like events held in Europe.” Immediately before the Grand Prix competition on Friday and Saturday there will be a showcase presented by German-born rider Rudolf Zeilinger on how to ride the classical way. Using training techniques inspired by 18th century Europe and adapting them to suit modern times, Rudolf will give spectators the ultimate advantage of getting first-class dressage training in Australia. Boneo Park is offering a European experience to the dressage world and spectators alike. Tickets are on sale now for $31.20 (early bird) and give you access to Martin Collins Australian Dressage Championships for the day. Details at australiandressagechampionships.com.au BONEO PARK EQUESTRIAN A: 312 Boneo Rd, Boneo T: 5986 3006 W: boneopark.com.au FB: BoneoPark INSTA: boneopark
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See Australia’s top riders for free Boneo Park, one of Australia’s top equestrian centres, has been awarded the rights to host this year’s Pryde’s EasiFeed Australian Jumping Championships for the first time. The championships, which showcase Australia’s jumping elite as they strive towards taking out the Australian Senior Champion Title and a share of the $100,000 prizemoney, are on from November 7-11, and you’re invited to attend for free. Boneo Park will transform its magnificent grass arena into the ultimate ringside experience. Watch as horse and rider combinations soar over 1.6m fences; go shopping at a wide selection of trade stalls; excite your senses in the food village or even purchase a VIP ticket to enjoy Pommery Champagne, food and wine in the ultimate social setting. This is a rare opportunity to see an
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Australian horse jumping championship event on the Mornington Peninsula and promises to be a wonderful day out for everyone, whether you’re a horse enthusiast or not. So come to Boneo Park and be part of this amazing event as you witness the skills of these horse and rider combinations. Boneo Park strives to bring a more European feel to the sport by adding a social element to horse jumping and is thrilled to be holding this event for the coming three years. For more on the Pryde’s EasiFeed Australian Jumping Championships, go to australianjumpingchampionships.com.au BONEO PARK EQUESTRIAN A: 312 Boneo Rd, Boneo T: 5986 3006 W: boneopark.com.au FB: BoneoPark INSTA: boneopark
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Wonderful Peninsula art, food and fun The Somers Arts Fair will be held in the beautiful coastal village of Somers on Sunday, October 28. It is Somers Primary School’s most important annual fundraising event and was established in 2003 to highlight the wealth of talented artists on the Peninsula. Come along and participate in a variety of creative workshops in the new ‘craft alley’, or simply relax and be entertained by a diverse line-up of talented musicians. This year’s acts include Reilly Stapleton, Franjapan and Manorism. At 2pm the main event of the day — the art auction — takes place featuring beautiful artwork by renowned artists. The totem poles are a distinctive feature of the auction, with many local artists creating these highly sought after artworks. Throughout the day there will be a variety of gourmet foods and homemade cakes on offer, as well as Peninsula wine, beer and cider, great coffee, and many country fair activities including children’s games, rides, a range of craft market stalls and more. For details, go to somersartsfair.com
Tackling diabetes one step at a time The JDRF One Walk is the world’s largest type 1 diabetes fundraiser, with a million people coming together to raise more than $85 million for life-changing diabetes research. Now it’s time for us to do our part.
Be Fit Food and PPN are hosting the annual Mount Martha JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund) One Walk on Sunday, October 21. Registrations open from 7.45am at the back of the Mount Martha Village shops near the playground with the walk starting at 8.45am. There will be 5km and 10km walk options along the esplanade and back to the village. Bring your family and friends to enjoy a delightful day out, which will include a barbecue, face painting, raffles and showbags. Previous walks have attracted 250-300 walkers and last year’s walk raised more than $20,000, with organisers hoping to raise more than $25,000 this year. It costs just $5 for kids, $10 for adults and $20 for a family, and businesses are invited to sponsor the walk with a tax-deductible donation. They can also set up a display stand. Volunteers and sponsors for raffle prizes are also needed. Contact info@befitfood.com.au for more information.
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Looking for something to do midNovember to relax before the end-ofyear rush? Then pencil in November 16, 17 and 18 for an artistically inspired escape to Peninsula Cinemas Rosebud. This full of atmosphere cinema will be hosting its 20th annual film festival over three days and you’re in for a fabulous selection of films to laugh, cry and squirm to. The Peninsula Cinemas Rosebud film festival is a great opportunity to view prerelease foreign language, arthouse and mainstream movies made for all tastes. There’ll be activities, prizes and all sorts of entertainment once you walk through the doors of this cherished cinema where art and history merge marvellously to create something very special. Peninsula Cinemas Rosebud is available for birthday party hire, group bookings, hosting fundraising events or for the luxury of a private screening throughout the year. Annual memberships are available for seniors, family tickets and Cheap Tuesdays offer great discounts, while purchasing in bulk for end-of-year corporate events brings great rewards — and a lot of fun too. Don’t miss out on an opportunity to indulge in worldwide entertainment this November. Festival opening night Issue 83, OCTOBER 2018
snowman to get your festivities started or celebrate Christmas Scandi style with natural wooden trees, reindeer and gorgeous organic wreaths. There are lightup gingerbread houses too. Visit Christmas on Main now so you can relax later on when everyone else is running around trying to get their Christmas decorating and homewares shopping done, and have a very merry Christmas — Christmas on Main style. Follow Christmas on Main on social media to find out more about Susan’s wreath and garland workshops. CHRISTMAS ON MAIN A: 3 Bayport Court, Mornington M: 0439 955 778 FB: Christmasonmain77 INSTA: Christmasonmain65
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There’s a new shop on the block where all things Christmas reside. Christmas on Main has set up digs in Bayport Court off Watts Rd just in time to get all your silly season shopping done. If you’re searching for festive decorations and homewares, this is the place to be. Owner/operator Susan Russo has been making wreaths and garlands and selling them at markets for years before planting (Christmas tree!) roots in Mornington. She now brings her creative skills and Christmas decorating expertise to everyone by offering courses in creating beautiful Christmas keepsakes for family and friends. Christmas on Main is a seasonal business and prides itself on providing clients with choice, quality and creativity. Select a Santa, Elf on the Shelf, bauble, reindeer or
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Take a stroll through stunning gardens Two Mornington Peninsula gardens will be featured as part of Garden DesignFest 2018 next month. Flinders’ Musk Cottage garden, designed by Eckersley Garden Architecture, and a garden at Red Hill South designed by Kate Seddon will be open from 10am-5pm over the weekend of November 17-18, with their designers represented on site. Musk Cottage has been a pet project of Rick Eckersley and his design team for several years. Originally, it was laid out as a trimmed English garden with manicured lawns and a wisteria-draped lattice, but Eckersley Garden Architecture’s thoughts were to create something that was uniquely Australian in flavour. This nonirrigated garden relies on the mulch at its base and the toughness of its plants, and it now stands as a testament to low-maintenance, sustainable gardening.
Now that spring’s here, it’s the perfect time to take a leisurely drive along the gorgeous Peninsula coastline
Decorative, remnant walls at the Red Hill property gave rise to a walled garden, creating a whimsical and welcoming entry. A broad deck, fire pit and strategically placed rock platforms create seating areas, while beyond the walled garden, refurbished buildings and meandering paths invite you to wander and explore. Character and whimsy abound in this garden with found objects and repurposed materials. Billed as Australia’s best display of professionally designed gardens, Garden DesignFest is a fundraising event managed by the Rotary Clubs of Kew, Brighton North and Central Melbourne. The main charity to benefit from this year’s event will be End Trachoma by 2020. For more information about Garden DesignFest 2018, go to gardendesignfest.com.au
to check out Miffy’s stunning She Shell Art style statement pieces at Veraison Wine Bar & Fine Dining in Tootgarook. But you’ll have to be quick: there has been an incredible demand for the seaside-inspired pieces Miffy has been displaying at Mark and Cherie’s delightful restaurant, and seven pieces have been sold since Mark and Cherie generously accepted Miffy’s work 14 months ago. Now only three of her decorative creations remaining — including this magnificent driftwood lobster wall hanging piece (pictured). To date Miffy has sold seven of her dramatic decorative pieces at Veraison, and her last three items will not last long. So for a uniquely Australian work of art with that ‘wow’ factor, head into Veraison and check out She Shell Art By Miffy — made with love from the seaside.
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naturalistic approach to landscape design. Historically he is linked to the development of the Eltham creative movement and significant figures such as the architect Alistair Knox, photographer Sue Ford and other well‐known artists, writers and designers of this time. Also showing is the exhibition Black Paintings, by Karingal-based artist Sanné Mestrom, which presents a series of free-standing woollen tapestries on steel frames accompanied by a suite of gouache paintings. The works celebrate the textural qualities of the painting surface while referencing art history and craft traditions. Both exhibitions are on until November 11. MCCLELLAND SCULPTURE PARK+GALLERY A: 390 McClelland Drive, Langwarrin T: 9789 1671 W: mcclellandgallery.com
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McClelland Sculpture Park+Gallery, celebrated as the home of Australian sculpture with a wide-ranging collection of more than 100 sculptures, comprises 8ha of designed landscape and vast areas of indigenous bushland. The McClelland restaurant serves delicious and inventive dishes using locally sourced produce from the Mornington Peninsula, offering al fresco dining and events. McClelland’s exhibition program focuses on the development of modern sculpture and various forms of spatial practice, and encourages contemporary artists to develop and address challenging issues current in Australia and a global context. Enjoy delicious food and Atlas of Memory: (re)visualising Gordon gorgeous views at the Ford’s natural Australian garden presents McClelland restaurant. research by Annette Warner, School of Photo: Dan Magree. Ecosystems & Forest Sciences, University of Melbourne. The exhibition comprises Gordon Ford. Ford was recently recognised as a person of diverse archival material relating to the influential national significance for his contribution to an Australian practice of mid to late 20th century landscape designer
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Marina Prior opens daytime concert series Frankston Arts Centre offers regular daytime concerts to those who enjoy professional music and quality theatre experiences in one of the best performing arts venues in outer metropolitan Melbourne. These shows are aimed at more mature audiences, delivering quality performances at an affordable $21 a show, along with great service, complimentary morning or afternoon tea and an optional lunch for those wanting to make a day of it to catch up with friends.
Spring Salon of Aboriginal Art A selection of vibrant new Aboriginal paintings, barks, ochres and carvings from 28 Aboriginal art communities of the Western, Eastern and Central Deserts, the APY Lands, the Pilbara, Queensland, the Kimberley and Arnhem Land. 642 Tucks Road, Shoreham. Open: Saturdays & Sundays, 11am-4pm T: 03 5989 8282 mccullochandmcculloch.com.au
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The 2019 Series 1 is launching on October 12 and will include a diverse program perfect for enjoying with friends every month. Marina Prior will open the series with an intimate performance during which she will sing some of her favourite songs from her career. This will be followed by Pirates to Pinafore, a fast paced, hilarious and beautifully sung production that will feature hit songs and scene highlights from Gilbert & Sullivan musicals. The Syncopators along with Yvette Johansson will be paying tribute to jazz greats Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald. Hook Turn Orchestra, featuring TV star Alinta Chidzey, will bring the jazz classics from the silver screen to the stage. You’re My World: The Cilla Black Story will finish off the season along with the very popular Christmas in June lunch. Visit theFAC.com.au or phone 9784 1060 to book tickets to the shows. FRANKSTON ARTS CENTRE A: 27-37 Davey St, Frankston T: 9784 1060 W: thefac.com.au FB: FrankstonArtsCentre INSTA: the_fac
ANNUAL LITTLE ARCHIES PORTRAIT PRIZE Our annual Little Archies Portrait Prize now in its 13th year!
Exhibition Sunday, October 7 until Wednesday October 31 Open daily 11am-4pm visit www.oakhillgallery.com.au facebook.com/OakHillGallery 100 Mornington-Tyabb Rd Mornington 5973 4299
It might not be as famous as the Archibald, but Oak Hill Gallery’s annual Little Archies Portrait Prize is big on excitement. The Little Archies exhibition, now in its 13th year, showcases portraits from the Mornington Peninsula’s best established and emerging artists. There’s also a special children’s section so the next generation of artists can exhibit their finest work. The exhibition runs from Sunday, October 7, until Wednesday, October 31, and is open daily from 11am4pm, so get along for a little glimpse of the huge pool of artistic talent we’re so lucky to have here on the Peninsula. Also showing in October is a botanical exhibition by the Jenkins family, and coming up in November are renowned engraver and passionate artist Perry Fletcher, and a selection of Mornington Peninsula potters for Earth to Fire. OAK HILL GALLERY A: 100 Mornington-Tyabb Rd, Mornington T: 5973 4299 W: oakhillgallery.com.au FB: OakHillGallery INSTA: oakhillgallery
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November sees some exemplary examples of fine art and sculpture on display at Manyung Gallery Flinders and Sorrento. Why not take a trip to the pulse of artistic articulation and meet two worldrenowned creatives on Saturday, November 3, in both galleries. Large-scale work lands grandly in both Manyung Gallery’s stunning southern Peninsula spaces this spring. Highly acclaimed sculptor Stephen Glassborow is showcasing some of his large, perfectly formed figures inspired by Art Deco forms and contemporary abstracts in Flinders, while Miertje Skidmore brings her vibrant large-scale work full of energy and minute detail to Sorrento. Both exhibitions will run until November 14, so you have plenty of time to set aside a day where premium art takes centre stage. Just jump in the car and visit both of Manyung Gallery Group’s southern representations while enjoying brilliant coastal scenery along the way. Issue 83, OCTOBER 2018
Stephen Glassborow’s exquisite, delicately fluid work has been exhibited since 1978. His sculptures proudly stand in collections across Australia, the US and the UK and in China and Kuala Lumpur, among others. Miertje Skidmore’s high-gloss finished masterpieces have been collected by the NAB, Malaysian Power Board and The Sofitel on the Gold Coast, and they hang privately in Norway, England, Germany and California. Work of this calibre is not to be missed. Visit the 50-year-strong Manyung Gallery Group in two of the Peninsula’s most sensational coastal settings for pure artistic pleasure this November. And remember — lock November 3 in for your artist meet and greet. MANYUNG GALLERY GROUP Stephen Glasborrow exhibition A: 37 Cook St, Flinders Miertje Skidmore solo exhibition A: 113a Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento Also at Mount Eliza, Malvern and Mornington T: 9787 2953 W: manyunggallery.com.au
Internationally renowned sculptor
Stephen Glassborow’s solo exhibition of large-scale sculpture
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Opening Saturday 3rd November, 12 - 4pm “I’m observing the clay as it changes to a physical form. I am fascinated with muscles in the physique,” he says. He draws inspiration from Greco-Roman ruins, art deco forms and contemporary abstracts. To register for a preview catalogue email david@manyunggallery.com.au Exhibition runs to 14th November 2018
37 Cook Street, Flinders, Victoria p. 0412 770 055 e. david@manyunggallery.com.au
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OCTOBER 2018 EVERY MONDAY, SCHOOL TERMS Peninsula Kung Fu cnr Racecourse Rd & Carbine Way, Mornington; 1.30-2.30pm; www.peninsulakungfu. com.au/kung-fu-classes/ womens-self-defence EVERY TUESDAY Drawing Workshop In our art studio with tutor Leigh Hullin - Sorrento Community Centre, 1-2.30pm, $10 per session, www. sorrentocommunitycentre.com.au, 5984 3360
sorrentocommunitycentre.com.au, 5984 3360 EVERY SUNDAY Heritage steam train trips Mornington Railway; 460 Moorooduc Hwy, Moorooduc; morningtonrailway. org.au; 1300 767 274 Live music at Pop & Selmas Café 34 Ranelagh Drive, Mt Eliza Kingdom Kids Church – The Anglican Church, Cnr Albert St & Octavia St, Mornington; 10.30am; 5975 0198; mmmanglican.org.au
Mainly Music – Mornington Anglican Centre, Albert Rd, Mornington, 10-11am, parents, grandparents & caregivers connect with their children through music & action, 0419 581 792, mmmanglican.org.au
UNTIL WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 31 Annual Little Archies Portrait Prize – Oak Hill Gallery, 100 MorningtonTyabb Rd, Mornington, 11am-4pm, oakhillgallery.com.au, 5973 4299
1ST & 3RD TUESDAYS OF MONTH Café Catch Up, New To The Area? – Sorrento Community Centre, 1011.30am, $10 annual fee, www. sorrentocommunitycentre.com.au, 5984 3360
SUNDAY OCTOBER 7 RPPFM Car Rally – RPPFM studio carpark, 91 Wilsons Rd, Mornington, 9.30am-1pm, $50pp, kids free, Pam 0409 931 110, rppfm.com.au/2018/07/ rppfm-revs-up-for-car-rally-fundraiser/
EVERY WEDNESDAY Family History with Margaret Copely Everyone has a story, unearth it in a supportive group, Sorrento Community Centre; beginners 11.301pm, advanced 1.20-3.30pm. $5 session, $10 annual centre reg, www.sorrentocommunitycentre.com, 5984 3360 EVERY THURSDAY Pt Nepean Men’s Shed – Connect & share your skills & experience, Sorrento Community Centre, 10amnoon, www.sorrentocommunitycentre. com.au, 5984 3360 Peninsula Grammar School Tours 9.30am, tours depart H.A. Macdonald Pavilion, enter via gate 2 on Wooralla Dve, peninsulagrammar.vic.edu.au, 9788 7777 EVERY FRIDAY Painting from Within – Sorrento Community Centre, no exp needed, 10am-1pm,
SUNDAY-THURS OCTOBER 7-11 Oak Hill Gallery ‘Little Archies’ Portrait Exhibition 100 MorningtonTyabb Rd, Mornington, 11am-4pm, 5973 4299, oakhillgallery.com.au TUESDAY OCTOBER 9 Intro to Sketching with Irene Crusca – Frankston Library, 5.307.30pm, $12 bookings esl, library. frankston.vic.gov.au, 9784 1020 WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 10 Millington playing Sunday Sessions Room 10, Mornington Hotel, 917 Nepean Hwy, Mornington, from 3pm Morning Melodies – Mornington Village Shopping Centre, 241 Main St, Mornington, 10.30-11.30am, plus $1 off morning tea Toorak College Open Day – toorakcollege.vic.edu.au WED-SUNDAY OCTOBER 10-14 Seaside Street Food Festival
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Fri 12 Oct, 10.30am & 1.30pm Go on a journey through the songs that have etched an eternal place in our hearts and the memories of a time when The Beatles were always at the top of the charts. Tickets: $21
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Dress for Success Mornington Peninsula Classic Golf Day – Mornington Golf Club, Tallis Drv, Mornington, Registration 8.30am for teams of 4 All My Loving: The Beatles Story Frankston Arts Centre, 10.30am/1.30pm, Tix $21, thefac. com.au, 9784 1060 FRIDAY & SAT OCTOBER 12 & 13 Morven Manor Open Day 77 Tanti Ave, Mornington, 10am3pm, 5975 2248, australianunity. com.au/retirement-communities/ morven-manor
TUESDAY OCTOBER 16 Woodleigh School Information Session – 7.30pm, 5971 6100, Woodleigh.vic.edu.au MPRG presents YOUNG AT ART Colorful Chronicles – Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, 10am11am or 11.30am-12.30pm, bookings essential, mprg.mornpen. vic.gov.au, 5950 1580 Intro to Sketching with Irene Crusca – Frankston Library, 5.307.30pm, $12 bookings ess, library. frankston.vic.gov.au, 9784 1020
SATURDAY OCTOBER 13 St John’s Retirement Village Open Day – 25 Park Lane, Somerville, 10am-3pm, unit & apartment tours from 10am-2.30pm, 5977 6955, stjohnsvillage.net.au
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 17 Peninsula Grammar Open Day – 9788 7753, peninsulagrammar.vic. edu.au
Koorootang Court Open Day – 183 Osborne Drive, Mount Martha, 10am2pm, 1800 550 550, retireinvic. com.au
WED- FRIDAY OCTOBER 17-19 Woodleigh School Campus Tours book via website Woodleigh.vic. edu.au
Martha’s Point Open Day – 165 Osborne Drive, Mount Martha, 10am2pm, 1800 550 550, retireinvic. com.au
WED-SUNDAY OCTOBER 17-21 Martin Collins Australian Dressage Championships 2018 – Boneo Park, 312 Boneo Rd, Boneo, Tix available australiandressagechampionchips. com.au, 5986 3006
Balnarring Travel & Cruise Expo – Balnarring Community Hall, 3041 Frankston-Flinders Rd, Balnarring, 10am-2pm, balnarringtravel.com.au/ coming-events, 5983 1998 SUNDAY OCTOBER 14 Pets’ Day Out – Ballam Park, Frankston, 10am-3pm, 1300 322 842, visitfrankston.com Bringing the Light – The Story of Seven Women in Nepal – Sorrento Athenaeum Cinema, 26 Ocean Breach Rd, Sorrento, 4-6.30pm, $30 inc glass of wine, www.trybooking. com/XYZG, Tracey O’Connor seedcolab@gmail.com MONDAY OCTOBER 15 Celebrating Career’s Week Morning Star Estate, 1 Sunnyside Rd, Mt Eliza, 10am-2pm, Lunch & Show
Cornish College Open Day 6pm, 9781 9000, cornishcollege.vic.edu.au
SATURDAY OCTOBER 20 The Retirement Journey Workshop – Rosebud Baptist Church, cnr Boneo & The Drive, Rosebud, 9.30am-12.30pm, $5, 5982 0889, newpeninsula.com.au Rosebud Village Open Day – 287-323 Bayview Rd, Rosebud, 9am-1pm, Debra 5971 6360, www. rosebudvillage.com SUNDAY OCTOBER 21 Main Street Mornington Festival 11am-5pm, mainstreetfestival. com.au Walk for Our Bays – Western Port Marina Hastings, 9am onwards, 5979 7100, dolphinresearch.org.au
MUSIC Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
AN EVENING OF CHAMBER MUSIC WITH THE MSO
Sat 3 Nov, 8pm The MSO is excited to bring its finest players, and a gorgeous repertoire, to Frankston for a wondrous evening of classical music. Tickets: $27-$71
MONDAY OCTOBER 22 Paul’s Fine Jewellery Diamond Classic Golf Competition – Eagle Ridge Golf Course Browns Rd, Rosebud, 8.30am-2.30pm, $50pp, Frances Kelly 0403 312 581
An Evening of Chamber Music with the MSO – Frankston Arts Centre, 8pm, Tix $27-$71, thefac.com.au, 9784 1060
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 24 Charity Comedy Night with Tommy Little (Supporting SPCSIC Rosebud) – Jetty Road Brewery, 12-14 Brasser Ave, Dromana, 6-9pm, 0402 807 144 FRIDAY OCTOBER 26 Mount Eliza Art & Design Show Gala Opening Night – Mount Eliza North Primary School, 7.30-10pm, tix $25 online or $30 at the door, book online trybooking.com/415921 SATURDAY OCTOBER 27 Home + Lifestyle Expo Home Innovations Centre, Shop 10/111 Cranbourne Rd, Frankston, 10-4pm, free entry & showbags, free seminars, giveaways & sausage sizzle Toorak College Open Day – toorakcollege.vic.edu.au SAT & SUNDAY OCTOBER 26-27 Mount Eliza Art & Design Show – Mount Eliza North Primary School, Sat 10am-5pm & Sun 10am-4pm, $5 adults, children free, tix available at the door, mtelizaart.com SUNDAY OCTOBER 28 Main Ridge Sustainable Community Day – Main Ridge Recreation Reserve, Main Creek Rd, Main Ridge, 10am-3pm, lionsredhill. vic.lions.org.au, 5989 6498
Ladbrokes Peninsula Day – Mornington Racecourse, mrc.racing. com WED-SUNDAY NOVEMBER 7-11 Pryde’s Easifeed Australian Jumping Championships 2018 – Boneo Park, 312 Boneo Rd, Boneo, Free Entry, australianjumpingchampionships. com.au, 5986 3006 THURSDAY NOVEMBER 8 Oaks Day Luncheon – Mornington Racecourse, Gunnamatta Room, 12pm-4pm, tix mrc.racing.com/ oaksdaylunch FRIDAY NOVEMBER 9 B#Big Band: A Sentimental Journey – Frankston Arts Centre, 10.30am & 1.30pm, thefac.com.au, 9784 1060 Lloyd Spiegel – Hickinbotham of Dromana, 194 Nepean Hwy, Dromana, 6pm, bookings essential, hickinbotham.biz SATURDAY NOVEMBER 10 Portsea Running Festival – Pt Nepean National Park, 4-9pm, $35$65, portsearunfest.com Bata’s Family Fun Day – 1158 Nepean Hwy, Mornington, 10am3pm, bata.net.au, 5970 8535
Somers Art Show – Somers Primary School, 10am-5pm, somersartsfair. com Trash Bags on Tour – Flinders Beach, 7am, beach clean, zero waste talks & more, facebook.com/ trashbagsontour for tickets TUESDAY OCTOBER 30 Intro to Sketching with Irene Crusca – Frankston Library, 5.307.30pm, $12 bookings ess, library. frankston.vic.gov.au, 9784 1020 WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 31 Halloween Festival – Hillview Community Reserve, 192 Boundary Rd, Dromana, 6-9pm, 0490 113 221, dromanarotary.org SATURDAY NOVEMBER 3
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 4 Millington playing Sunday Sessions – Room 10, Mornington Hotel, 917 Nepean Highway, Mornington, from 3pm
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 11 3 Farmers + a Chef Pop Up Food Event – Crittenden Estate, Private Barrel Room, Degustation lunch & Crittenden Estate Wines, limited tickets visitmorningtonpeninsula.org TUESDAY NOVEMBER 13 MPRG presents YOUNG AT ART The collected Works of Me – Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, 10-11am or 11.30am-12.30pm, $5 p/child, mprg.mornpenvic.gov.au, 5950 1580 MORE LISTINGS ON OUR WEBSITE morningtonpeninsulamagazine. com.au
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A SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY Fri 9 Nov, 10.30am & 1.30pm A musical spectacular featuring melodies from the 30s and 40s made famous by the likes of Ella Fitzgerald, Benny Goodman, Frank Sinatra and Doris Day. Tickets: $21
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FRIDAY OCTOBER 12 Hastings Cove Open Day – 2034 Frankston-Flinders Rd, Hastings, 1-4pm, 5979 8812
feat: Bernadette Mether, Vaughan Wilson Piano, Beleura Village Choir, Chris McConcechy (Master of the Washboard), $45 supporters, $10 primary careers, book 8/10/2018, communitylifestyleaccommodation. org.au
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Stunning showcase of sensational art Forty years ago, the organisers of the first Mount Eliza Art & Design Show could scarcely have imagined what a massive success the annual show would become. It is now entrenched as one of the highlights on the Peninsula arts calendar, and the 40th anniversary show on the weekend of October 26-28 at Mount Eliza North Primary School promises to build on that reputation for variety and excellence. Artists, designers, sculptors and jewellers from around the Peninsula and beyond will have their stunning works on display and for sale. The feature exhibitors for this year’s show are artist Billy Nye, photographer Nick Psomiadis, jeweller Pam Mujica (PAMDesigned) and pottery artist Manuela Ferstl. The Grand Opening Gala
Night on Friday, October 26, from 7.30-10pm offers artlovers the opportunity to experience the exhibition with live music, wine from Foxeys Hangout, beers from Jetty Road Brewery, delicacies from the Edible Art Co and the live auction. Over the weekend, Café D’art will be serving refreshments and light lunches, as well as a barbecue. There will also be a scavenger hunt to keep the children happy while you enjoy the exhibition at your own pace. Tickets for opening night are available on trybooking. com/415921, while tickets for the weekend will be available at the door on Saturday, October 27, from 10am-5pm and Sunday, October 28, from 10am-4pm. See mtelizaart.com for further details.
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GALA OPENING NIGHT FRIDAY 26TH OCT 7.30 – 10pm Tickets $25 online $30 at the door (strictly limited)
A Mornington musician and his mates are coming together in Flinders to raise money for drought-stricken farmers by doing what they do best: playing music. Musos Lending a Hand Supporting the Land is the brainchild of Rob Lindsay, who wants to install musicians in every café along Cook St, as well as other retail outlets, on Sunday, October 21, from 1-3pm. Each venue will have a collection tin that people can drop a few coins or notes into, and the money will be given to the Australian Lions Club’s Need For Feed program, which supports Victorian, NSW and Queensland farm families in crisis Issue 83, OCTOBER 2018
with donated fodder, supplies and other essential items. The participating venues in Flinders are providing their performance spaces free of charge, entry into each cafe is free, and all the musicians are performing for free. Musos Lending a Hand Supporting the Land will be launched at the Flinders Bakehouse on the evening of Saturday, October 20, with delicious tapas and free live music. Bookings are advised. Any musos wanting to play at Musos Lending a Hand Supporting the Land can email Rob at rj.lindsay@ bigpond.com or phone him on 0438 689 828.
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EVERY WEDNESDAY Mornington’s Main Street: Every Wednesday 9am-3pm between Cromwell and Albert streets. EVERY THURSDAY Hastings in Street: Every Thursday. Over 40 stalls; everything homemade, home grown & craft; High St, Hastings 9am-1pm.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 6 Rye Foreshore Rotary Market: First Saturday of month, runs all year, opposite Rye Post Office at the end of Lyons St, 2257-2319 Pt Nepean Rd, Rye, 7am-1pm. Lovely local market that benefits a great cause.
EVERY SUNDAY Bittern Community: Every Sunday at Bittern railway station, Frankston-Flinders Rd, Bittern. Over 80 stalls selling new and used goods, crafts, plants, fruit and vegetables.
SUNDAY OCTOBER 7 Rosebud Lions Club: First Sunday of month, Rosebud Village Green7am-2pm
Frankston: Every Sunday 8am-1pm in Sherlock & Hay carpark, Young St, Frankston.
Rosebud West Outdoor Market: First Saturday of month 8.30am -12.30pm; Eastbourne Primary School, Allambie Ave, Rosebud West.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 13 Crib Point Community Market: Park Rd, Crib Point; every Second Saturday 9am-1pm; market@cpch.org.au Rosebud Community School: Second Saturday of month, Rosebud Primary School, cnr Pt Nepean & Jetty roads.
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Somerville Saturday Market: Second Saturday of month, 9am-1pm; crafts, bric-a-brac, cakes, plants and vegies; 2a Eramosa Rd West, Somerville. Karingal Uniting Church: Second Saturday of month, 8am-1pm, cnr Karingal Drive & Lindrum Rd, Frankston. The Creators Market Dromana Estate: 10am-3pm, 555 Old Moorooduc Rd, Tuerong.
SUNDAY OCTOBER 14 Mornington Racecourse Craft: Second Sunday of month, Racecourse Rd 9am-2pm. Over 300 stalls with animal farm and face painting for the kids. SATURDAY OCTOBER 20 Pearcedale Farmers Market: Third Saturday of the month, 8am-1pm, Pearcedale Community Centre, Baxter-Tooradin Rd, Pearcedale Boneo Community: Third Saturday of month, cnr Boneo & Limestone roads. Emu Plains Market: 9am-2pm, Emu Plains Reserve, Balnarring Racecourse, Coolart Rd SUNDAY OCTOBER 21 Seaford Farmers’: Third Sunday every month, 8am1pm, Broughton St Reserve, Station St, Seaford Seaford Handmade Homemade: Third Sunday of month, 10am-3pm, Seaford Scout Hall, Seaford SATURDAY OCTOBER 27 Tootgarook Primary School: Fourth Saturday of month, 7.30am-12.30pm.
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SUNDAY OCTOBER 28 Mt Eliza Farmers’: Fourth Sunday of month, Mt Eliza Village Green, 9am-1pm.
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Strawberry season begins at Sunny Ridge BY LIZ ROGERS
Seasonal strawberry delights With strawberry season in full swing, we thought you’d like some quick, easy and delicious ways to start and end your day with this fresh is best fruit. They’re grown right here on the Peninsula, so it’s easy to grab a punnet or even pick your own and start munching!
For everyone, an easy healthy breakfast Ingredients: Cereal Milk Strawberries, washed and chopped Yoghurt In a breakfast bowl place a serve of your favourite cereal. Add the milk and as many strawberries as you like, top with yoghurt, and enjoy.
November 1 marks the beginning of strawberry picking season, so start pulling out those recipes that highlight these deliciously fresh and delectable gifts from nature. As always, Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm has only the best quality strawberries for all your spring/summer dishes. Pick some up for a mouth-watering snack, a dreamy dessert or a seasonally inspired daiquiri. It’s up to you, but one thing’s certain — a strawberry a day sure makes life sweet. Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm is open from 9am-5pm from November to April (upick closes at 4.30pm). And keep your eyes peeled for a new and exciting menu coming soon. SUNNY RIDGE STRAWBERRY FARM A: 244 Shands Rd, Main Ridge T: 5989 4500 W: sunnyridge.com.au FB: sunnyridgestrawberryfarm FARM FREE RFARESH EGG NGE WHOLESSAT PRICESA! LE
For the grown-ups, strawberry daiquiri Ingredients: ¼ cup white rum (Bacardi) 2 tablespoons fresh lime or lemon juice ¼ cup sugar 2 cups fresh strawberries, washed and chopped 2 cups ice cubes Blender Pop all ingredients into blender and blitz! Serve in cocktail glass and decorate with cheeky umbrellas or extra strawberries on the side. Sit back and enjoy the view of the good life while sampling premium Peninsula produce. Add more or less lime or lemon juice to suit your taste. Issue 83, OCTOBER 2018
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The best woodfire pizza in the world is coming to you all the way from Sicily and landing in Dromana this month. Three Italian amici with plenty of cooking history and sensational sauce and pizza dough between them are opening Zero95 Woodfire Pizza Bar opposite the Dromana foreshore and summer is set to get tasty. Zero95 Woodfire Pizza Bar’s claim to making the best woodfire pizza in the world comes from perfecto pizza creator Andrea Cozzolino being crowned the World’s Pizza Champion at the 15th Pizza Chef World Championships in Naples in September 2016. He and his two partners, Francesco Crifo and Anthony Biviano, bring the taste of Naples to the Peninsula with all the flair you’d expect to see from authentic Sicilian natives who adore the Peninsula way of life. So what makes it so good? Anthony explains. “It’s the method in the pizza. The recipe comes from our ancestors and has been handed down for generations. It’s unfailing. Andrea has been flipping pizzas since he was 12 years old. He’s 28 now, so there’s a lot of experience behind him. He’s worked as a pizza chef in Italy and in Australia. He won the championship in 2016 with his margherita pizza. It’s quite a simple pizza, so there’s no room for error. It is so good.” Head down south this summer for a real slice of authentic Italian essence. Be transported to southern Italy where the flavours of the sea, sun and San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and parmesan fit perfectly with the Mornington Peninsula’s family and friendship first atmosphere. Sip on a prosecco or espresso martini while sampling a selection of arancini balls, grilled octopus or calamari after a day at the beach, or while away the night dining on home-made baked gnocchi with Napoli sauce and buffalo mozzarella or risotto porcini linguine prawns. Then there’s the pizza! Whether it’s the world’s first
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place margherita, a San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, rocket and seasonal seafood treat, or a truffle paste, mozzarella, mushrooms and San Daniele prosciutto sensation, your tastebuds will be in pure Peninsula/Sicily bliss. Of course, Zero95 delivers on the perfect dessert too. Freak pizza donuts, pizza/calzone Nutella and amazing tiramisus make weekend escapes even better. Zero95 seats about 180 inside with room for 40 in the courtyard and out front. It is available for all kinds of functions, including end-of-year parties and corporate events, and is fully licensed.
Book now to secure your place by going online at zero95.com.au or to express your interest in coming to Zero95’s official Mornington Peninsula launch in Dromana. Go to the home page to find the form and fill it out now. The taste of Naples is waiting, and it’s just around the corner. Zero95 Woodfire Pizza Bar is open seven days a week, and kids are welcome too. ZERO95 WOODFIRE PIZZA BAR A: 199 Point Nepean Rd, Dromana W: zero95.com.au FB: zero95pizza INSTA: zero95pizza
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Premium wines rise to the challenge Dromana Estate is delighted to announce its Tuerong Park premium range of Black Label wines is now available at the winery. The wines have been created to showcase the iconic varietals grown in Dromana Estate’s home vineyard, and while the 2017 vintage had its share of challenges with intermittent heavy rain, these wines show freshness with the distinctive regional qualities. These are single vineyard wines made from selected sections of the vineyard that winemaker Peter Bauer has paid personal attention to. Come and taste the new Tuerong Park Black Label Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc and stay for the delicious new food menu. Dromana Estate is coming into a busy period. After a successful 2017 summer season, The Creators Market is heading to Dromana Estate
on October 13 to provide a market that champions more than 80 Australian small business makers and creators as they show off their wonderful wares. It runs from 10am3pm, entry is free and there will be food trucks, wine and tastings, live music and family entertainment. Dromana Estate will also be at the Main Street Mornington Festival on Sunday, October 21. DROMANA ESTATE A: 555 Old Moorooduc Rd, Tuerong T: 5974 4400 for lunch booking W: dromanaestate.com.au
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Where seniors are the stars BY KATE SEARS
With a relaxed family-friendly atmosphere, amazing customer service and 18 years’ experience, it’s no wonder Food Star is the destination for our seniors. Food Star is amazingly affordable, and you simply can’t go past its mouth-watering fresh seafood, Asian cuisine, carvery, salads and quality Western favourites. For dessert, indulge in black forest cake, tiramisu, fruit tarts, and much more. Lunch is served from 11.30am to 3pm for seniors to enjoy for only $11.90 Mondays to Fridays, or $12.90 on Saturdays and Sundays. Dinner is available from 5.309.30pm, and from Monday to Thursday seniors can enjoy a delicious dinner for $16.50, or for just $21.90 from Friday to Sunday. FOOD STAR FRANKSTON A: 315-321 Nepean Highway, Frankston T: 9770 0122 W: foodstar.com.au/base/frankston FB: foodstar.frankston
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Summer’s almost here, and if you’re planning to spend it visiting some of the Peninsula’s best brew spots then this is for you. Operated by Peninsula people for locals and their mates, Brewery Bus Tours provides a brilliant alternative to sipping vino and staying home slouching on the couch. A brew bus will pick you up, set you down at some of the Peninsula’s finest breweries for an amber ale or three and get you home safe and sound with no questions asked. The Peninsula has been traditionally known as wine touring country. Brewery Bus Tours is determined to make it premium beer-tasting terrain too. There’s lots of quality product on offer for beerlovers, so why not take full advantage of a service that prides itself on delivering an authentic experience whether in a minimum group of six or with a buddy on the only public brewery tour on the Peninsula. Jump on board for plenty of dazzling brew sampling, first-class food and chuckles while making new mates. Owner/operator Mitch Lacey, from Mornington, explains. “I’ve been involved with lots of breweries in the region and thought why not have a bus that gets punters to see what’s on offer. We do Mornington Peninsula and Bayside suburb tours throughout the week and weekends. You get to visit the best producers of beer around and chow down on great food while staying safe. Our motto is ‘drink, don’t drive’.” Ideal for corporate events, Brewery Bus Tours provides packages to suit everyone, including visits to wineries, distilleries and cider houses. You can swing a golf club too if you’re game.
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Step into summer at The Ranelagh Club The Ranelagh Club is a slice of paradise offering something for everyone. Now with the warmer weather on the way, thoughts are turning to outdoor pursuits — especially water activities, tennis and golf — and this member-run social sporting club has them all. Whether you've sailed all your life or have never been on a boat, you’re welcome to join Ranelagh Yacht Squadron at Ranelagh Beach for sailing courses and social activities. During summer, the squadron hosts accredited sailing courses for all ages and abilities. These popular courses develop leadership skills and confidence on the water. Email sailing@ranelagh.com.au or call 9787 0265 #1. Tennis is a vibrant part of The Ranelagh Club, which recently appointed Daniel Byrnes (Nitro Tennis) as coach. Daniel offers a range of programs for all level and ages, and he’s available to coach both members and non-members of the club. To register, email info@nitrotennis.com.au or register online at nitrotennis.com.au
If you prefer golf, The Ranelagh Club has options for both social players and those who want to refine their skills. The club’s social golf competition allows members to play at various golf courses on the Peninsula. Designed as a friendly get-together, it’s available to all members, where less experienced golfers can practise their skills and learn from the more experienced golfers. The club’s professional golf program is led by Sean Kirschenberg, a certified PGA golf professional who is committed to developing a world-leading golf program. For further information, contact The Ranelagh Club on 9787 0265 ext 1 or email admin@ranelagh.com.au THE RANELAGH CLUB A: 3 Rosserdale Cres, Mount Eliza T: 9787 0265 W: ranelagh.com.au
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The Mornington Chamber of Commerce and Industry held its annual general meeting at Admiral Arkle in Mornington on September 10, with members and guests enjoying delicious food and drinks as they discussed the promotion of business and enterprise in Mornington. 4 new committee members were installed, the Chamber is now: President: Alice Dawkins, Shades of Green; Vice President: Maree Abbott, Mornington Village Shopping Centre; Treasurer: Cameron Price, The Grand Hotel; Committee: Liz Granger, Milk Bar Clothing; Veronica D’Silva, Counting Wealth; Lauren Wild, Harcourts Real Estate; Suzie Bull, Farrell’s Bookshop; Jamie Stuart, Nichols Crowder; Teresa Westgarth, BJS Insurance; Loredana Collier, Admiral Arkle & Brass Razu and Andrew Southam, The Filling Station.
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One hundred per cent French BY LIZ ROGERS
October brings moules frite (mussels and fries), bouillabaisse (Provençal fish stew) and oodles of French savoir-fare to Main St. Robert and Angele of Café
Café Gourmand of Mt Eliza now open in Mornington! Open Monday to Friday with all your favourite French Cuisine. Dinner coming soon!
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Gourmand fame in Mount Eliza have closed their doors in the village only to reopen in Mornington with the customary je ne sais quoi they are renowned for. This authentic French cuisine café and now restaurant is ideal for lovers of family-first French food that is meticulously and deliciously prepared with an authentic sensibility that will keep you coming back for more. Experience and commitment to providing genuine French ambience and cuisine means Café and Restaurant Gourmand provides clients with an experience unlike any other. Everything is prepared from scratch by chefs who understand French flavours completely. This spring/summer drop by to taste one or more of their four moules frite dishes packed with mussels, deep-fried chipped potatoes and flavour-full sauce or a classic bouillabaisse that will transport you to the shores of Marseille and beyond. Currently operating as a café that presents superior coffee, fabulous French onion soup and beautifully fresh baguettes and croissants among other authentic Francophile food, Café and Restaurant Gourmand will be open for lunch and dinner from noon until 11pm Wednesday through Sunday in spring and every day over summer from mid-October. This means you can escargot your way through the holidays, while away the time over a wine and get set to drink in the French hospitality provided by Robert, Angele and their long-standing front of house staff Su-Lynne. Seating 40 inside and 20 outside, this fully licensed magnifique French down-to-earth dining venue hits the 100 per cent French spot. And voila! CAFÉ AND RESTAURANT GOURMAND 328 Main St, Mornington
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Taste the delights of Greater Dandenong
Discover the vibrancy and diversity of Greater Dandenong and enjoy the region’s rich array of culinary delights on one of the city’s acclaimed food tours. Join other food lovers for an authentic celebration of food and culture in one of Melbourne’s most celebrated and thriving food heartlands. A visit to the City of Greater Dandenong allows you to travel the world without the need for a passport. Now officially recognised as Australia’s most culturally diverse community, Greater Dandenong provides a rich tapestry of cultural experiences that will awaken the senses and leave you
wanting more. The perfect way to get your first taste of the city is on a Food Lovers or Cultural Tour. Explore Afghani culture in Dandenong’s Afghan Bazaar precinct or travel to South-East Asia in Springvale. Greater Dandenong’s celebrated twohour tours provide generous samplings of a rich array of cuisines and conclude with a delicious meal. Book one of the scheduled tours today or contact the City of Greater Dandenong to tailor one for a group of your closest family and friends. Go to greaterdandenong.com/tours or phone 8571 1666 and discover Greater Dandenong on a plate.
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Who doesn’t like dumplings and desserts and on this tour you can indulge in both. You will be treated to a variety of dumplings along the way and finish with fabulous desserts.
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BeerFest is Australia’s longest running beer festival, and it’s returning to Melbourne in November with a Mornington Peninsula brewery on board to help celebrate its 10th year. Seaford’s Mr Banks Brewing Co will showcase its small-batch, hop-forward beers, joining more than 300 craft beers and more than 200 producers exhibiting everything from delicious eats to wines, ciders, cocktails and unique beer collaborations. BeerFest offers something for everyone. Beer enthusiasts will be able to expand their knowledge from the very best in the industry with masterclasses and live demonstrations as well as plenty of tastings. The event is not just a craft beer expo; it celebrates all the good things in life that are better with beer: mates, music, comedy, food and family. Grinspoon’s Phil Jamieson will be performing live, as will Daft Punk tribute DJs Discovery, and there will also be a live comedy tent for plenty of laughs. BeerFest is the ultimate outdoor summer festival experience, the perfect day out to spend with mates or the family, for the beer-curious and the beer-converted alike. It’s at Moonee Valley Racecourse on Saturday, November 24. Tickets are available at melbourne.beerfestivals.com.au and range from $15-$40 depending on the festival package experience.
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FOOD WINE PRODUCE Once again Roberto Biguzzi of O’Brien Real Estate put on a fabulous night of networking and guest speakers, giving the Mount Eliza hospitality business owners valuable information to enrich their businesses. This time it was at ShopAte, which provided an intimate setting for a wonderful night of networking. Watch for more nights in different places across the Peninsula or contact Roberto on 0426 814 138
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Sunday 11th November 2018 Degustation lunch + Crittenden Estate Wines Crittenden Estate Private Barrel Room Tickets are limited so book today.
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A CHAT WITH OUR FOOD, WINE & DINING EXPERTS With more than 30 years’ experience in the industry, Eeny Meeny’s head chef, Rob Wright, speaks to Kate Sears about his commitment to bringing quirky and mouth-watering dishes to Frankston. Please describe your menu selections. It’s eclectic to say the least. We draw our inspiration from classic and contemporary dishes from around the world and add our own touch to make them unique to us. We always offer some absolute crowd favourites, but we also have some more exciting or unusual dishes for our more adventurous guests. What’s your go-to trend to serve up that customers are loving? When you talk about food trends for Australian cafes you can’t go past the “smashed avo”. We’ve put a Mexican twist on ours, by smashing the avocado with lime and serving it with chipotle aioli and a really fresh-tasting corn and black bean salsa. Recently, we ran a Japanese smashed avo
on our specials board which had Kewpie mayo, a poached egg, furikake seasoning, seaweed salad and Rice Krispies. Everyone loved it so much it’s a strong contender for the new permanent menu. For those who aren’t familiar with your restaurant, give us some insight into what makes Eeny Meeny different. We have great coffee. It’s organic, Fair Trade and Rainforest Alliance, roasted right here in Melbourne and made with such love and care that it has developed a strong local following. We also pride ourselves on serving up not only excellent quality dishes, but also great tasting dishes. We research a lot to ensure we constantly have exciting new additions to the menu for our guests’ enjoyment. What do your customers like about your menu/ venue? Our customers love the friendly, cosy vibe of Eeny Meeny. It’s like visiting friends. They love the lush sheltered courtyard where you can escape the hectic outside world all year round, and they love the creativity of our menu, always offering
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something to challenge or delight them. Please tell us a little about your professional background. I have spent my life in this industry. As a little boy I would help my mum (or get in her way) while she did the catering at the local bowling club, and from there I never really left the kitchen. Professionally, it really began for me when I was kitchen hand for Stephanie Alexander. I was amazed at the way the kitchen worked as one to create such beautiful food and moments in people’s lives. I was hooked. I dropped out of uni and started a new journey of discovery. I have fed the masses at weddings in fields and catered to hundreds at yacht club functions. I’ve even fed the stars working out of the back of a truck on film and television catering, and now I’m here, happily providing the people of Frankston with something lovely to enjoy and remember. Any advice for aspiring chefs? My advice to aspiring chefs is to begin the journey because you are fascinated by food, by the way
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A word to the connoisseur Are you a bit of a wine-lover? Do you enjoy a cool beer or a tasty cider? Mornington Peninsula Magazine is looking for someone with ‘taste’ who can review three Peninsula wines, ciders or beers every month for our magazine. We are committed to exposing the fabulous Mornington Peninsula produce (including beverages) to our wide audience. Email geoff@mpmag.com.au for more details. Issue 83, OCTOBER 2018
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Let the sunshine in this spring and summer with the best of the Peninsula’s outdoor living specialists and providers of services to get you smiling. Take a look at Mornington Peninsula Magazine’s picks for all things blinds, furniture, exterior beautification and pest eradication to make sure your long balmy nights are both comfy and aesthetic in a pest-free zone! Our outdoor living feature provides you with all the ammunition for a stylish alfresco summer and then some. Whether you’re searching for interior or exterior blinds, ways to keep your pool in top-notch swimming condition or some beautifully designed outdoor furniture that takes you ‘back to nature’ — you’ll find it in the following pages. You’ll also find gorgeous outdoor-enhancing art and the go-to place for ant, wasp, mosquito, termite, rat and mouse extermination. Summer’s almost here. Get ready to live your life outdoors in style.
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Couple scoop the pool at Swimart awards A young Mornington couple have had outstanding success in their first year as owners of Swimart Mornington, picking up four awards at the annual Swimart Awards in Port Douglas. Jordan and Hayley Bedson took home Australasian Franchisee of the Year, Southern Region Franchisee of the Year, Southern Region Hot Shot of the Year, and Gold Franchisee — the highest number of awards presented to a single franchise partner. “We were surprised, grateful and proud of our effort,” Jordan said. “We knew we’d done well over the past year, but we didn’t realise how well! For us, the awards are a result of team effort and the support of our customers.” While Jordan has been a franchise owner for only a year, at just 29 years of age he has had 10 years’ experience in the pool care industry, including two years managing the Mornington franchise before purchasing it. From a young age he made it his goal to own his own store, so when the opportunity came up three years ago to manage the Mornington store, he didn’t hesitate to take it, even if it meant moving his young family from Yarra Valley to Mornington. Winning four awards is confirmation for Jordan that his focus on providing outstanding customer service and maintaining a strong team is working. “We work as a team, so our win was a team effort,” said Jordan, who runs the store with Hayley and 10 staff. “Building a good team is essential to a franchise’s success. If you employ the right people, your business will do
well. For me, the right people are those who offer great service, resolve issues quickly and build strong relationships with customers.” With warmer weather on the way, Jordan and Hayley are recommending customers get their pools and spas swim-ready by dropping in for a free water test. “Clean, safe water is vital for keeping your family happy and healthy,” Jordan said. “Our team can advise on the right treatments that will quickly return your pool and spa to top condition.” Swimart franchise development manager Alex Johnson said 35 years of success was proof that the pool and spa specialist’s formula of recognising outstanding performance and providing year-round vital know-how to all franchise partners works. Since 1983, Swimart has grown from a single retail store in Killara, NSW, into a trusted expert in pool and spa care with 75 stores across Australia and New Zealand and fleet of more than 220 mobile service vans. “We’re an agile company that’s customer focused and service orientated,” Alex said. “As franchisor support is crucial to each store’s success, we educate our franchise partners about how to get the most out of their investment by helping them create motivated, competent teams that offer a high level of service and keeping them abreast of the latest technological advances in pool and spa care.” SWIMART MORNINGTON A: 1128-1132 Nepean Highway, Mornington T: 5976 4334 W: swimart.com.au/store/vic/ mornington-3931 FB: SwimartMornington
Swimart Mornington franchise partners Jordan and Hayley Bedson won an incredible four awards at the annual Swimart Awards in Port Douglas.
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Time to think about Summer! With summer just around the corner why not create your own outdoor oasis with stylish outdoor awnings to enhance your lifestyle. Roslay Window Furnishings provide a range of awnings, using material which will last well in the harsh Australian sun, with modern day designs to add elegance and sophistication to any home, which will last all year round and add value to your home.
BY LIZ ROGERS It’s springtime on the Mornington Peninsula, and Mount Eliza is celebrating with a garden festival on November 10 from 9am until 4pm. This inaugural event honouring all things plants and soil, whether in residential or communal gardens or along the coast, gets down to the nitty gritty of gardening for pleasure and production. Hosted at the Mt Eliza Community Centre and presented by the Mt Eliza Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Mt Eliza Neighbourhood House, the garden festival will bring an array of experts together to answer most of your tricky questions on how your garden grows. The Bonsai Society, landscape gardeners, plant specialists, including native plant experts and bee keepers will be on hand to discuss and suggest, while garden sculptures, lawn maintenance equipment, gardening services, plants and outdoor lighting will be on show. There’ll also be three great walks taking place throughout the day, including saunters through the Toorak College grounds, the historical Ranelagh Estate and the regenerated coastal planting area along the foreshore at the bottom of Williams Rd. A new project, Mt Eliza Neighbourhood House community garden, will also be launched in conjunction with the festival on the day. Get along to this great new community event to get your garden thriving and meet and greet like-minded people. A full program will be available soon. A green thumbs up to that! MT ELIZA COMMUNITY CENTRE AND NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE A: 90-100 Canadian Bay Rd, Mount Eliza W: mountelizavillage.com
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Luduco Living has achieved yet another milestone with the introduction of superior German recliner brand Himolla to its beautiful range of luxurious living merchandise. This is a major achievement — Luduco Living is the only retailer ever to stock this amazing recliner manufacturer’s range in Australia, and as such can deliver exceptional quality recliners to its clients exclusively.
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Himolla is the largest recliner manufacturer in Europe, producing 5000-6000 seats a day and employing 3000 people. All its exquisite recliners are made in Munich and shipped to more than 70 countries. Himolla is recognised as one of the best recliner manufacturers in the world because of unsurpassed engineering and mechanism design and comfort that comes from using only the highest quality leather hides and fabric. Its many accolades include eco awards for environmentally
friendly production and the Blue Angel Health Award for materials used, which stands testament to the quality of a premium product coming direct to you through Luduco Living. Himolla is an EMAS (Eco Management Audit Scheme) award-winning manufacturer that adheres to very strict German environment regulations. Merge this environmentally conscious intent with premium materials and construction and you have a recliner that will surround you in comfort for life. Luduco Living now has a purposebuilt Himolla showroom on site that displays a wonderful range of manual and motorised recliner sofas and chairs in many of the six grades of leather and ‘easy care’ German Rohleder fabric, which carries a unique five-year guarantee. The Luduco Living sales team have been fully trained by Himolla too. Come in today to begin enjoying the supreme Himolla recliner way of life. LUDUCO LIVING A: Peninsula Home, 1128-1132 Nepean Highway, Mornington T: 5973 4899 W: luduco.com
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BY KATE SEARS any mattress from a Bedshed store and sleep on it for a Do you put off buying a new mattress minimum of 30 nights. If you don’t totally fall in love with because you’re concerned the in-store test it, you can return it for a new one (terms and conditions won’t reflect a night’s sleep? You’re in store apply). As if this couldn’t get any better, the returned mattresses are donated to the Salvation Army. and you’ve laid down on what seems like 50 This chance to buy with assurance is unique to Bedshed different mattresses, and they are all starting and gives you the chance to shop with complete to blur in your head. And in the end, when confidence because you know that you’ll be sleeping on you choose your favourite mattress, you’re the right mattress for you — it just might be the second thinking “Does this really reflect a whole one you take home but that’s fine because it won’t cost you an extra cent. To take advantage of the return and night’s sleep?” Yep, we’ve all been there. re-select offer, the mattress must have been slept on But Bedshed understands this, and it has for a minimum of 30 nights from the date of delivery introduced the Bedshed 60 Night Comfort and has to be returned within 60 days from the day of delivery. The mattress exchange is also only limited to Guarantee to conquer this issue. one replacement mattress. It’s a revolutionary idea designed to give you complete For further terms and conditions, visit bedshed.com.au/ peace of mind when purchasing a new mattress. Just buy blog/60-night-comfort-guarantee
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Order plantation shutters now for pre-Christmas installation If you’re on the lookout to update your window coverings, you can’t beat plantation shutters from Dollar Curtains + Blinds — and now is the time to order to ensure you have your shutters installed before the festive season. Dollar Curtains + Blinds shutters are an ideal choice for thermal insulation. Open the louvres to stream light into rooms and close to insulate, offering you a more energy-efficient home through summer. Choose from the large range of timber and PVC shutters. DC+B’s PVC shutters have the added benefits of being UV, water and moisture-resistant, making them ideal for all high-use areas and wet
areas such as kitchens, bathrooms and laundries. Extremely practical, you will have excellent control of light and airflow and also peace of mind with no cords, making the shutters child and pet-safe. Adding shutters across your home’s front windows can also make a huge impact to your home’s façade and kerb appeal. Along with these aesthetic benefits, shutters also add sound insulation from outside road and traffic noise. Ensure you opt for true custommade shutters from Dollar Curtains + Blinds, which are designed and hand-crafted specifically to your windows’ dimensions for a perfect fit.
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Serious about sleep at Forty Winks BY LIZ ROGERS Australia’s leading bedding and bedroom furniture retailer Forty Winks is serious about sleep. Your sleep. That’s why its bedding products are performance tested and presented to you with a range of budget options to fit your requirements. This bedding specialist also has bedroom furniture plus all the accessories you need to make night-time the right time for sensational revitalising sleep. Forty Winks understands that the correct amount of sleep is paramount to overall good health, and that people who have eight hours sleep per night have a stronger immune system. And now, its exclusive bedMATCH system identifies your sleep needs by using 18 statistical measurements, more than 1000 scientific calculations and the information you provide to a Forty Winks sleep specialist to ensure your mattress is spot-on. Forty Winks Mornington store manager Rick Hancock explains. “At Forty Winks,
our focus is ensuring that our customers get the best sleep possible. With so much choice out there, it can be very confusing, so with our new bedMATCH system we can identify the best bed for each customer based on their specific sleep needs. A bedMATCH consultation is as easy as lying on a mattress for less than three minutes. We want every customer to walk away feeling confident that they will reap the many benefits that come from a good night’s rest.” One in four Australians are currently sleep-deprived, while chronic fatigue and stress are associated with lack of shuteye. Forty Winks can help you get the sleep your mind and body craves. Visit Rick and his team instore to see how. FORTY WINKS A: Peninsula Home, Shop A4, 1128-1132 Nepean Highway, Mornington T: 5976 4060 W: fortywinks.com.au
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Drawers4Ease is a Mornington Peninsula personto-person business that provides cost-effective and streamlined kitchen makeover solutions for anyone searching for quality and reliability. Owner/operator Warren Morse knows you like to do your purchasing face to face and not online. He also knows you like to try before you buy, and that’s why he sets up his roving Drawers4Ease mini-kitchen cupboard display at shopping centres for flexible and no surprises shopping. But that’s not the only way you can find out about the Drawers4Ease cupboard system that makes the no more bending or backache lifestyle a reality. Warren’s happy to give you a step-by-step guide on how to make your kitchen navigation easier any time. Just call to get all the details. There’s no automated voice at the end of the line and you won’t have to wait in a queue to get answers to your sometimes tricky kitchen conundrums. It’s that easy. DRAWERS4EASE A: Mount Martha T: 0414 269 765
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With a beautiful beginning to spring and the air and soil beginning to warm, now is the perfect time to get the majority of your warm-season crops in the ground. If you haven’t already propagated your seedlings you may want to go to the market or nursery to pick some up. But don’t skimp! It is well worth planting more than you think you’ll need because invariably something will happen to a few of your plants over the journey. And if they all make it and you end up with surplus … well, we’ve spoken enough about preserving and
sharing in this column for you to know what to do. Now, although excess crops of tomatoes, capsicum, spuds and cucumber provide us with many options, there are a few plants you may not want to go overboard with — in particular, zucchini and corn. For those just embarking on your foodgrowing journey, you will only require one zucchini plant for a family of four — two at the most. Any more and you may end up vying for the Biggest Zucchini prize in your neighbourhood. Corn can also be a little problematic if you don’t intend to preserve because you will find that most of your cobs will ripen around the same time and will need to be picked within a week or so to prevent them from becoming chewy. To get the most out of your garden this season, have a look at planting a number
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Promoting a cleaner, greener peninsula by Liz Rogers
No landfill for e-waste or apparel In our quest to keep the Mornington Peninsula clean and green, we’ve got some helpful hints on where to recycle your e-waste and clothes which should never go into your regular bin, let alone landfill. Electronic waste (e-waste) is anything around the home that has a plug, cord and/ or battery. These items contain valuable resources that can be reused elsewhere, and because they often contain harmful chemicals or toxins they should be disposed of through correct channels. Free e-waste disposal centres operate in Rye, Tyabb and at the Mornington Resource Recovery Centre, although fees do apply for fridges, freezers and airconditioners. Mobile phones can be dropped at major phone retailers. To find out more, visit mornpen.vic.gov.au/ disposalguide If you’ve got a wardrobe full of clothing you never wear, there’s someone who will. Bag it up and drop by one of the many
Mount Eliza, Mornington, Dromana and Rosebud op shops. There’s more than 10 in Mornington alone, so there’s no excuse, or you could get crafty and turn it into something new yourself. Remember Boomerang Bags using recycled materials as an alternative to plastic bags? Mornington Peninsula Shire Council, in conjunction with SCRgroup (one of Australia’s largest clothing and homewares reuse and recycling companies) piloted a pop-up clothing and electrical drop-off hub program earlier in the year and more than 603kg of waste was diverted to the Rosebud and Sorrento sites. The project was funded by the State Government’s Litter Innovation Fund and delivered by Sustainability Victoria. Recycling e-waste and clothing is purely habitual and easy. If you’re looking to offload the green stuff — garden waste — this month, the council is also offering no-charge disposal from October 19-21.
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