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Lawyer has a passion for social justice Laura Elliott has just made the leap from the Mornington Peninsula to Sydney to continue her pro bono legal work. The 28-year-old studied at Toorak College and holds a Bachelor of Business (Management/ Information Systems) and a Juris Doctor degree. Laura’s worked as a lawyer at DLA Piper for two and a half years before switching to a pro bono role in Sydney at the same firm. She spoke to Kate Sears during her teaching role at a university in Fiji. How did you feel when you heard you’d been announced as one of the 10 finalists in the Lawyers’ Weekly 30 Under 30 Awards in the pro bono category? I was very shocked and extremely humbled. The awards are very competitive, so even to be considered was amazing — and especially in this category, which gave me a chance

to share my message and form new connections in this field. What has the journey to this moment entailed? I have always been passionate about social justice and human rights, even before beginning working as a lawyer. Whilst at university I volunteered at a legal clinic that provides advocacy and advice for people with disabilities who have faced discrimination in employment and education. I also undertook a substantial amount of research and had a paper published on the sterilisation of women and girls with disabilities in Australia, a practice that still occurs today. I became pretty heavily involved in pro bono work almost as soon as I began practising as a lawyer and haven’t really stopped. Being able to use my skills to help others in the community is incredibly fulfilling and gives meaning to my work. Did you always want to be a lawyer and work as a pro bono lawyer? Growing up I actually wanted to be a vet, but my tendency to pass out at the sight of blood was kind of a hindrance to that. I became interested in the law during my later high school years but honestly didn’t

have the confidence to jump straight into a law course at university. It took me a couple of years to work up the courage to apply for the LSAT but it is the best choice I ever made. I have definitely found my calling. You’ve just moved to Sydney for a pro bono position. Yes, I am lucky enough to have moved from our Melbourne office, where I was practising in the intellectual property and technology field, to Sydney, where I have taken a role in our pro bono team fulltime for a year. I’m so excited to further my skills and knowledge of this area of law and to do what I’m truly passionate about full-time. Moving to Sydney has been an overwhelming experience but also a great one — it feels like a new adventure, and also kind of like I’m on holidays all the time. I’m sure that will wear off eventually but I’m looking forward to exploring all Sydney has to offer. What will you miss about the Mornington Peninsula? My family, the food, the wine and the

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lifestyle. What’s been your most rewarding experience so far? I was part of a team that assisted the Human Rights Law Centre in preparing submissions to intervene as amicus curiae in the High Court matter of Clubb v Edwards, regarding the constitutional validity of safe zone laws for abortion clinics. The High Court decision supported the validity of these laws, which prevent the intimidation and harassment of women outside abortion clinics. It was really fulfilling to help the team advocate such an important human rights issue, which has the potential to lead to widespread change. What’s your five-year plan? To own a sausage dog. That’s as far as I’ve got. Is there anything else that you’d like to add? To anyone who is scared to take the leap, do it. Be brave and do it. Do what you are passionate about and the rest will work itself out.

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Genghis can get a little bit cocky Genghis rules the roost, and he likes it that way. He’s a rising star, and at 19 there’s no stopping him now. No, really, sulphur-crested cockatoos can live to be 100 or so years old. His recent acting gig was in the XXXX beer commercial promoting Queensland Maroons State of Origin limited-edition cans. The comical advertisement included Maroons players training 10,000 sulphur-crested cockatoos to fly over NSW screeching: “Maroons!” On the day of filming, Genghis had to be quickly crate-trained because this diva was not getting on too well with his cast. This cheeky cockatoo likes to play games, and his cast mates were simply too professional to have fun with him on set. Between breaks in his dressing room, this defiant lad chose to ignore the bird trainer on set, so owners Sam and Chris Symons had to step in. “He doesn’t know how to fly point to point on command yet, but he does like to play a game with Chris where he’ll swoop his head playfully,” said Sam. “So that’s how we got him doing what the director was after. The shot looks great, but Chris’s head didn’t fare too well.” The couple have had Genghis since he was a chick, and he was the first bird they owned together. Now at The Funky Farm in Hastings they’ve got about 250 animals — yes, they aren’t 100 per cent sure of the current head count. And can you blame them? They’ve got their hands full feeding, caring, training and housing all of their animals and keeping the cheeky Genghis under control. He’s cage-free and roams around the farm helping himself to copper wiring, which sends their electrician crazy and forces him to think of

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Genghis and Sam Symons. Photo by Kate Sears inventive ways in which to hide all of the wiring on site. The celebrity cockatoo’s human sister Ziva is a little cautious of the mischievous birdy yet is happy to play with the farm’s dingoes, so that shows you just how naughty this one can be. Genghis’s diet consists of almonds, with no greens in sight, and hot chips when he can steal them. “He recognises the McDonald’s bag the minute you get out of the car,” said Sam. “You’ve got to get inside quickly. He generally has a flavour of the month to chew on, whether it’s a fence paling or a half wine barrel garden pot. He’s always

destroying something.” Not to be too cocky, but he’s also hung out with all of the celebrities at the Melbourne Cup a few years ago, and got a photo with Marcia Hines and Todd McKenney. When we last spoke to the minds behind The Funky Farm in 2017, we were told they’d be opening soon. However, the demands of Hollywood just keep getting in the way. The pair even spent three months filming Ride Like a Girl, so zoo life got a little hectic. They’ve just announced group bookings of a minimum of 10 people to get up close and personal with their zoo animals. For

$40 per adult, $25 for under-16s, and free entry for those kiddies under three, you can have endless animal encounters and photo opportunities for birthday parties, school events and special needs groups. See Fluffy the crocodile, Hamish the highland cow, as well as pythons, dingoes, macaws and other Australian animals on Instagram and Facebook @thefunkyfarm. For further information and to meet the celebrity Genghis himself, visit www. thefunkyfarm.com.au or call 1300 FUNKYF. KATE SEARS

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Since graduating from John Paul College in Frankston, Claire Mooney’s schedule has been a blur of music as she’s nurtured her skills in editing, programming, presenting and listening to new songs by upcoming artists. At 22, she’s already got an impressive CV, including a festival booking for Groovin The Moo, executive producer of The Hoist at (8

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career in music What’s your journey been like to get you to your current position? It’s been an absolute blast. I look back on the last few years and feel so grateful. I’m very lucky to have found something I’m really passionate about so early. At one point I was volunteering and producing a daily show at SYN, interning at a record label, doing PR for Live Below The Line through the Oaktree foundation while also studying and working a part-time job. Looking back, I was determined to learn as much as I could and those experiences led to where and who I am today.

What’s a day in your world like? My daily routine involves listening to all the songs that get uploaded to triplejUnearthed.com. We get sent about 500-1000 songs a week. I also get involved with reviewing songs, programming Unearthed radio, presenting TOPS, sharing advice with upcoming artists, updating the website, editing, making playlists, helping judge competitions like Unearthed High and recommending songs to Triple J music programmers and presenters.

Did you always know you wanted to be a music producer? Never. I honestly didn’t even know what a music producer was. When I was 16 I discovered my love for radio through Dom Alessio, who hosted Home & Hosed on Triple J at the time. I was then introduced to the world of SYN, a youth community radio station. I couldn’t believe I could be 16 and on the radio. I did my training and got involved with presenting and producing. I went out to shows, I volunteered, I interned and just filled my life up with music. I realised very quickly that all I wanted to do was give artists a platform to share their art and music.

Unearthed radio in general and on days like International Women’s Day where we get to play kick-ass women for an entire day is really special too. I also love the collaborations we do across all our music networks (Triple J, Unearthed and Double J) to bring things like Dream Festival alive. I also got to meet rock stars Jack White and Mark Ronson this year. Insane. But the biggest and most memorable part of my job is listening to an artist’s first-ever upload to Triple J Unearthed and then six months down the track seeing them tour and sell out shows across the country, or being added to Triple J and being played nationally, or taking out Unearthed High.

What’s been your most memorable experience in the music industry? Working at Triple J, definitely. I’m so grateful that I get to work with a very talented team of legends, meeting musicians and all kinds of people from around Australia. I love presenting TOPS each week, and being a part of surprising last year’s Unearthed High winner Kian in Castlemaine was so heart-warming. Programming

Who are your favourite artists and what’s your favourite song at the moment? Right now I’m listening to a lot of Dulcie, Kaiit, Gordon Koang, Pinkish Blu, Noah Dillon, Kult Kyss, Miiesha, Mambali, Tasman Keith and Pridelands, to name a few. I’ve had Sampa The Great’s OMG on repeat today. I can’t get the chorus out of my head.

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Carrum Downs Industrial Estate is the engine room of the economy of Greater Frankston. Now more important than Frankston’s CBD for jobs and economic activity, it generates $3.65 billion a year in gross regional product and employs 8600 people. In this issue we tell the story of its amazing growth. In future issues we’ll visit some of the estate’s innovative businesses, some of which are now known around the world.

From empty paddocks to economic engine room Carrum Downs Industrial Estate is now regarded by many experts as one of Victoria’s most successful and prestigious technology precincts. You see its modern factories when you drive south along Peninsula Link, the Tempur mattress factory one of the more prominent. Carrum Downs has been jumping for many years, changing from paddocks to a bustling, world-leading industrial precinct. It is jobs that have driven the prosperity and growth of the suburb and contributed to the well-being of the whole region. The industrial estate is home to a wide range of businesses, including food and beverage manufacturing, packaging, industrial and residential construction products, recycling, vehicle manufacturing, professional services and more. This is the best place in the region to get a job, skilled or unskilled. Famous names and brands abound. There’s Orgran, now an international brand of allergy-friendly foods made by Roma Foods that also sells pasta to Italy. Remedy Kombucha is a booming business started by a young couple and is cashing in on a growing demand for healthy drinks — in this case a fermented, slightly alcoholic tea.

Sarah and Emmet Condon moved their young family from Red Hill to New York City last year to crack the US market. There’s Replas, a world leader in making goods from recycled plastic. Tempur also is world-famous. It sells mattresses made from NASA space technology and makes beds at its new factory. The industrial estate had humble beginnings in 1987 after sections of rural land were rezoned for industry and the first business was set up in Aster Ave — Chocolate Grove, which continues to operate. The estate grew slowly at first, but the pace picked up in 2008 when the EastLink tollway opened. It connected Carrum Downs to central Melbourne and the eastern suburbs. Businesses jumped in at a rapid rate. Peninsula Link gave the 285ha precinct another boost in 2013. In just over 30 years the estate has become full. The last allotments of a 40-block tranche in Colemans Rd are expected to sell by the end of the year. The first 10 blocks of this parcel of about 7.5ha have already been snapped up by businesses with adjacent or nearby premises. This was before selling agent Nichols Crowder — which is located in the estate — started its marketing campaign. And this has become a concern for Frankston Council, estate businesses that want to expand and the others who would like to join them. Committee for Greater Frankston chief executive Ginevra Hosking said Carrum

Downs had become an “irreplaceable enclave of innovative, job-dense, hi-tech manufacturing”, and that the urban growth boundary could be expanded north to allow the estate to grow. “This will mean new jobs in our region. Also, unless more land is released, we risk losing some of our major employers and with them hundreds of jobs.” Ms Hosking said the council was partway through creating a green wedge management plan, aiming to balance commercial and environmental needs. “The council is investigating where new industrial land can be made available. If additional land was released for industrial purposes, landowners who benefited can fund environmental enhancements of green wedge land, including restitution of expended quarries and revegetation of wildlife corridors. “We believe that Frankston’s green wedge spaces should be doing more — doing more for the environment, doing more for employment, and doing more as safe, accessible community parklands.” Next issue: Cool businesses in Carrum Downs MIKE HAST Mike Hast is a freelance writer for the Committee for Greater Frankston, and a former editor of Peninsula newspapers.

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A School for Adventurous Minds At Woodleigh School, ‘Adventurous Minds’ defines who we are. Adventurous Minds never stop learning. To be adventurous is to have a go, to be creative, open to change and possibility. Adventurous Minds can be scientific, athletic, mathematic, artistic and expressive. There are no set limits. We are seekers of new perspectives. Our students are unafraid of failure, taking risks with their learning. They take setbacks in their stride, reflect and try again. They are capable, resourceful, collaborative and talented, always looking for innovative solutions. Our teachers and curriculum encourage students to try new things, to push beyond the classroom and what is comfortable — to grow. The Activities and Camp Programs, Round Square and our Community Partnership Programs shift Woodleigh students’ perspectives beyond the safe confines of the Peninsula to national and international views.

As industry and employer needs change, education too must evolve. We must acknowledge that the future will not be like the past. Transferable skills, application, effort, communication skills, curiosity, adaptability and innovation — adventurous thinking — these are fundamental for your child’s future success. They can’t be learnt online. They can only be learnt through real, authentic, lived experiences. Education should be an adventure. The journeys students go on, both in and out of the classroom, should ignite a life-long love for learning. They should lead students to discover their passions and help define their values. At Woodleigh, students are guided and empowered. Adventurous Minds are welcome. Adventurous Minds are respected. Adventurous Minds are educated . . . here. JONATHAN WALTER — Principal

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Buruli ulcer project considers mosquito control program Some areas of the Peninsula will be part of a mosquito control study being planned for later this year aimed at tackling the spread of the Buruli ulcer. While the study will include mosquito surveillance and trapping, residual harbourage spraying will be carried out on nature strips in some of the study areas to help reduce mosquito numbers. “The study will involve small areas within Rye, Sorrento, Blairgowrie and Tootgarook,” Mornington Peninsula Shire said in a statement. “These areas have been selected as they represent the highest risk associated with the active transmission areas of Buruli ulcer in the Mornington Peninsula.

“Mosquito control activities are still being planned but is likely to involve the application of a synthetic pyrethroid pesticide to nature strips through a process called residual harbourage spraying. Fogging will only be used if absolutely necessary and may not be required at all. Larvicide may be used in specific areas that are particularly suited to mosquito breeding. “Synthetic pyrethroid pesticides have a long history of safe and effective use in mosquito control activities, both in Victoria and overseas.” The statement said residents would be advised well in advance of the timing of mosquito control activities in their neighbourhood and given the opportunity to opt out should they not wish to be involved in the process. “The study is being informed with advice from public health physicians,

Areas in Rye, Sorrento, Blairgowrie and Tootgarook will be part of a program to control the spread of the Buruli ulcer. medical entomologists, council staff and research partners. A community consultation process is also being planned, and our approach will be further informed by these conversations.” The program, part of the Beating Buruli in Victoria project, aims to disrupt the transmission of Buruli ulcer and lead to

evidence-based policies and guidelines to help stop its spread. It’s being conducted through a partnership between the DHHS, the Doherty Institute, Barwon Health, Austin Health, CSIRO, Agribio, The University of Melbourne and Mornington Peninsula Shire. For more information about the project, go to www2.health.vic.gov.au/beatingburuli

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Welcome to Rye’s World Kate Walker and her team reached out to us with this very heart-warming mission — to help create a beautiful world for Rye Johnson and his family. The KWD team is working with Peninsula residents Brooke and Rhys Johnson and their children Rye, Jed and newborn Bowie Bel to build their forever home. However, throughout the design process they’ve had to be mindful in making considerations for the Johnsons’ very special boy Rye. At just eight years old, he’s battling cerebral palsy and undiagnosed regression. He’s such a special soul, and unfortunately his condition has no diagnosis and therefore at the moment there is no cure. The local community and KWD have closely followed Rye’s life through his Instagram, @ryesworld_. KWD decided to join forces with the beautiful family to help them design a space that will cater to the whole family’s needs. So far, they’ve designed a separate wing that’s designated purely for Rye and his carers. In addition, it has wheelchair access and of course enough room for their growing family. And just like that, KWD is helping to bring all of the design elements together. KWD’s donation of design services has been supported by Carpet World, which has joined in as the supply partner to help make this house a wonderful sanctuary

for the family, who ultimately spend a lot of time at home. KWD has been thrilled by the number of people approaching them and offering their services, including labour, products and advice free of charge. This got the design team thinking. It takes a village to raise a child, right? Especially one with special needs. So it also takes a village to build a home. So they’ve decided to put it out into the amazing Mornington Peninsula community and call for anyone who can add anything to support this family in achieving their dream. The house is currently nearing its plaster stage, so it’s the finishing touches that they require assistance with. So if there are any good Samaritans in the painting, decorating, furniture, soft furniture, paint supply or landscaping world who are moved by this story, please contact the KWD office, which will coordinate the trades. If you wish, your business can be shared on their social pages as well. KWD hopes to turn this house, where the budget has run out for things like furniture, artwork and a garden, into a finished home for the family. They look forward to helping the Johnson family realise their dream of building a safe, comfortable and beautiful home, and they’re thrilled to create an inspiring environment for Rye and his siblings.

Mornington Peninsula Magazine and Erica McPherson have just announced that the named charity for their inaugural Glamorlicious event will be Rye’s World. The event will be held on Thursday, October 3, and everyone’s invited to glam up for a delicious lunch at the iconic Ranelagh Club in Mount Eliza. From noon until 4pm, the focus will be on glamour. Expect some great raffles that will support Rye’s World. This fun day will be filled with heavily laden goodie bags and loads of prizes to be won and given away from our generous supporters. Adrian Dickens from Circa Ad Jewels will present Diana, Princess of Wales – The Jewels Of A Modern-Day Princess. Grab the girls and get in quick to book your table because seats are limited to this event. There will also be top class entertainment from the inimitable Lady Fox. For tickets, please visit www.

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An important aspect of RCA Villages is ensuring we have a sustainable and eco friendly environment. Across our villages we have always incorporated green star elements to reduce our footprint and lessen our impact on the environment. These include providing solar hot water systems, retaining and reusing storm water for the common garden areas and more recently incorporating double glazing into applicable villas and Clubhouses. More recently, RCA Construction has commenced maximising the use of recycled products into construction activities where appropriate. The land on which RCA’s newest village is being built was, for many decades, a chicken hatchery with seven large chicken holding sheds. “These needed to be demolished before the village construction could commence and it seemed a terrible waste of basic building materials to just dump the demolished structures,” said RCA Construction Director, Anthony Holdsworth. “Once we arrived on-site, we investigated what could be reused and found there were many ways we

could reuse, re-cycle, re-home and re-purpose the materials already on-site, reducing our footprint at Martha Bay. This provided both economic and environmental benefits to the project; for example reusing concrete – which has an enormous environmental footprint – has reduced the cost of building the internal roads,” Anthony explains. Four large grain silos from the old chicken farm days have found new homes with local farmers, and the chicken holding shed metal roofing was sent to recycle. Then, the solid concrete slabs in the shed were methodically deconstructed and put through

a hired 35 tonne excavator and a concrete crusher. The output is large stockpiles of crushed rock that will be reused as road base at Martha Bay. But that’s not all the sheds were hiding. Under each of the large concrete slabs the team discovered that the previous owner/operator had imported huge quantities of sand as a base for the slabs to rest upon. “Rather than send this off to landfill it has been stockpiled and will be reused as under-slab support for the clubhouse at Martha Bay.” Anthony was delighted to find treasure in the chicken sheds, “The sheds were built many years ago, and some of the timber was beautiful old

hard wood that cannot be sourced today, so we patiently deconstructed the frames and de-nailed all the old timbers; the beams have been sent to a specialist for cleaning and re-dressing, to be used as a feature within the Clubhouse.” “It is a good feeling knowing that the usual waste that applies to demolition will not be a feature of this project, says Anthony. “Best of all, very fertile land resulting from decades of organic fertiliser, courtesy of the chickens, will support flourishing and beautiful gardens at Martha Bay in the future.”

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Nat gives more and more Nat Amoore has come a long way since her time on her parents’ farm in Merricks North and school days at Toorak College in Mount Eliza — a surreal fact we’re sure hit home when she recently revisited Toorak College as part of her book tour for her first middle-grade novel Secrets of a Schoolyard Millionaire, published by Penguin Random House in June, with a second book due in 2020. The Sydneybased writer is passionate about encouraging kids to read, write and explore their own imaginations without boundaries. Nat’s career path is diverse and full of adventures. She is an accomplished entertainer and presenter for children as well, and it all began just three days after turning 18. She travelled to Indonesia for a trial period as a trapeze artist. There she was accepted, and stayed on as a trapeze artist and circus performer. This in a way fulfilled her childhood dream of joining the circus that she’d had during her time at Red Hill Primary School. She literally ran away and joined the circus. Thankfully, she had a natural talent for trapeze due to her water-ski pastime as a kid, so her time at the international resort chain Club Med lasted nine years. It was almost a decade-long gap year that saw her become the entertainment manager where she would write for stage performances, which ultimately ignited her storytelling career. Back in Australia, Nat moved to Sydney to study film and TV production, but found writing for film and television in Australia frustrating and restrictive. She yearned for freedom without budget restraints. When she wrote, she could include anything she created without inflating costs, from fire-breathing dragons to elaborate action scenes with explosions and helicopters. In February 2018, Nat added a podcast to her extensive resume, called One More Page. With fellow writers Kate Simpson and Liz Ledden, she reviewed, interviewed and ultimately encouraged kids to get excited about books. They’ve reached 30,000 downloads and were even a finalist in the Best Newcomer category for the 2018 Australian Podcast Awards. The kid-lit podcast team were exhilarated to discover that kids were listening to their podcast in classrooms, both here and overseas. While Nat believes her internal age is 10, she successfully holds workshops, appears at events as a speaker and describes herself as an “all-round bucket of fun”. She’s even worked for Sony for five years, where she spent invaluable time with the likes of Delta Goodrem, Jessica Mauboy and Guy Sebastian. Here she added to her Issue 93, AUGUST 2019

remarkable skillset by doing a bit of everything, including filming, directing, lighting and editing. She sees editing as a type of visual storytelling, and we think she’s spot-on. When we spoke, she’d just arrived in Queensland for the Children and Young Adult conference, where she was presenting. At this event in 2016, her debut middle-grade manuscript was awarded third place, and in 2017 she placed first and second in the Picture Book category and second in Chapter Books for younger readers. Her inspiration for her first novel came from a story she’d heard years ago about an American child being found with $20,000 in her locker. It was a concept that sat with her for a while. Nat first pitched the idea as a film script, but it didn’t get any funding. It just stuck with her. The character kept talking to her. “I really wanted to talk about the idea. It was fun and filled with excitement. I wanted to touch on the idea that kids can do the wrong thing but still be good people,” said Nat. “No one is defined by their mistakes. Don’t let mistakes get you down. I know that kids put a lot of pressure on themselves so I made the main character heavily flawed and likeable. She’s really a lot like me as a kid; I made so many errors. I just wanted to give everything a go.”

Nat’s in the busy lane for now, with more school visits and workshops ahead of her. But she is also a proud role model for Books In Homes Australia, which provide books of choice to children living in remote, disadvantaged and low socio-economic circumstances. “I want kids to get excited about books and reading. I like to see the joy when they choose three books that will be their very own. From reading they increase their literacy skills, grow their emotional intelligence and gain empathy. I’m excited to be contributing and that I’m able to help.” That’s not the end of the story yet. Nat was also the recipient of the Children’s Book Council of Australia’s Maurice Saxby Creative Development Program for 2018 and has completed multiple courses at the AWC and NSWWC. And finally, let’s add more to her resume. She was on Australian reality television show The Mole and played Fuzz the blue monster in the kids’ film Out From Under The Bed, which is now being developed into a TV series proposal — but that’s a story for the next chapter. “I’m meant to be telling stories, whatever it may be,” said Nat. KATE SEARS www.morningtonpeninsulamagazine.com.au

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Baluk Arts’ artist shines bright Lisa Waup’s art is equally diverse and dramatic, tender yet tough. She is a Gunditijmara and Torres Strait Islander woman who weaves her story and connection to Country proudly through found objects, natural materials and a passion for print, texture and form. Representing Mornington’s own Baluk Arts at the 13th Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair from August 9-11, she chats to Mornington Peninsula Magazine about her spirit-infused work.

What does it mean to you to be a Baluk Arts featured artist at the 13th Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair? It is a real honour. It is a wonderful way to show what Baluk Arts has to offer and the contemporary nature of our artists’ work. There are only two Aboriginal art centres in Victoria — Baluk Arts in Mornington and Gallery Kaiela in Shepparton — and there are well over 70 Aboriginal art centres being represented this year. We want to show what makes us unique. What work will you be showing? My work will be screen-printed and stitched into tapa cloth protection shields. I sourced the tapa cloth from Papua New Guinea, which also details my connections to PNG. There’ll be some works on paper and jewellery using natural materials, including screen-printed kelp and woven earrings too. Please describe your work — materials, techniques and practice. I use recycled and natural materials that I source from Country. I use feathers, bull kelp, found and given objects from family and friends such as bottle tops too. I’ve recently acquired old Public Transport Commission metal tags that I’ve turned into one-off painted jewellery pieces. My practice revolves greatly around family, connections to Country and my history. I gather a great deal of strength from how I have been brought up. My three beautiful children and the connections to my birth family are always expressed in my work. How does it represent your connection to Country and the state of our planet? I consider myself a bit of a bowerbird. I am forever collecting objects and materials. Nature is amazing and discarded objects can be sculptural in their own right. I am saving them from landfill. What is it about weaving that you love so much? It puts me into a meditative state. I am being guided by above when I create. I just put myself wholly into the piece to weave stories. You’re also a photographer and printmaker. Can you tell us a bit about your partnership with Craft Victoria and Ingrid Verner? I studied photography and printmaking at RMIT and still have a great respect and passion for the two mediums. I have drawn ever since I was a little girl, so printmaking is a wonderful medium for me. I was originally approached by Creative Victoria and Craft Victoria to see if I would be interested in creating a

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fashion collection in collaboration with Melbournebased designer Verner. Craft’s Sarah Weston was also a driving force behind this collection, which was launched in 2017 for Melbourne Fashion Week — Global Indigenous Runway with great success. The designs featured my drawings from my visual diary and Ingrid Verner translated our combined stories perfectly. We will be releasing the second collection titled Journeys this year at Country to Couture at DAAF and also Melbourne Fashion Week. A part of this collection was also showcased last year at Hong Kong Business of Design Week. Tell us about your role as curator. I have been very fortunate to curate several exhibitions at Baluk Arts both nationally and internationally. My favourite exhibition/project thus far is Too-roo-dun, meaning ‘bunyip’ in Boonwurrung language. It was a project that was two years in the making and we worked with seven Aboriginal communities (including Baluk Arts) around Melbourne and Greater Melbourne. The exhibition is still showing in different galleries and at present is at Frankston Art Centre. The idea was for the bunyips to be seen in each of the council areas where they were made. Next year it will be Healesville Indigenous Community Services Association’s turn. And finally, what’s next for Lisa Waup after the art fair? After DAAF I have a few exhibitions to work towards and some exciting projects at Baluk Arts. It gives me much pleasure to work with the incredible community at Baluk Arts. We have some very talented artists here who are creating outstanding work. LIZ ROGERS

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Above: At an eye-watering $US3.2 million, Aston Martin’s Valkyrie is far and away the most expensive on Elite Traveler magazine’s list of top 14 premium cars of 2019. Below: McLaren’s $315,000 720S Spider is described by Elite Traveler’s motoring writer, Alexandra Cheney, as “easily one of the most exceptional vehicles the company has ever put into production”.

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Right: Ferrari’s 488 Pista is fitted with the most powerful V8 engine in the company’s history. Middle: As well as added active aerodynamics and rear-wheel steering, the Lamborghini Huracán EVO features a centralised supercomputer that monitors current car specs and driver input to predict and adapt immediately to driving conditions. Bottom: The Jaguar E-Type Zero, which Prince Harry and Meghan Markle drove to their wedding reception, is powered by an electric engine with a range of more than 270km.

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The highest honour for design and innovation Moat’s Corner by Vibe Design Group wins Australia’s coveted Good Design Award for Design Excellence Vibe Design Group’s Moat’s Corner project has received a prestigious Good Design Award in the Architectural Design category. The award, in recognition of the project’s outstanding design and innovation, was announced at the 61st annual Good Design Awards in Sydney on July 11. The Good Design Awards Jury spent several days evaluating each entry according to a strict set of design criteria, which cover ‘good design’, ‘design innovation’ and ‘design impact’. Projects recognised with a Good Design Award must demonstrate excellence in all areas and convince the Jury they are worthy of recognition. Good Design Australia chief executive Dr Brandon Gien said: “Receiving a Good Design Award at this level is a significant achievement given the very high calibre of entries received this year. Australia’s Good Design Award is more than a symbol of design excellence; it represents the hard work and dedication towards an innovative outcome that will ultimately improve our quality of life. These projects showcase the brilliance of design and the potential it has to improve our world.”

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“A thoughtfully designed home with a great deal of architectural finesse that sets it above the norm” - The Good Design Awards Jury The Good Design Awards Jury praised Moat’s Corner, commenting: “A thoughtfully designed home with a great deal of architectural finesse that sets it above the norm. The modernist architectural style and light-filled rooms deliver a very high-quality internal environment that sits in the rural environment beautifully. This modernist-inspired house is carefully designed to engage with its garden at every opportunity.” The Good Design Awards attracted a record number of submissions with close to 700 design projects evaluated in this year’s international design awards.

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Clint Hyndman, left, with his Something For Kate bandmates Stephanie Ashworth and Paul Dempsey. Photo by Dan Boud

From Something For Kate to something for everyone, Clint Hyndman is opening a bar in Mornington. Photo by Amelia Stanwick

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Oi! Someone’s back in town, bringing a pounding sound and old-school groove with him. Something For Kate drummer Clint Hyndman is ready to rock with a new bar bursting with grunge, grunt and late-night classic cocktails. Wowee Zowee — named after a Pavement album — will have a jukebox and southern-style staples such as fried chicken created by current Paringa Estate head chef Simon Tarlington too. But let’s go back a bit first.

Clint and his Something For Kate cohort Paul Dempsey are both ex-Padua boys. Clint grew up in Rosebud out the back of an old milk bar called Martins Corner on Boneo Rd; he moved to Mount Martha with his family about three years ago after a stint in town and has never looked back. Very happy to be bumping into friends at Bentons Square and Mount Martha Village with his wife, Lis, and their three kids Milo, Sonny and baby Birdie in tow, this Mornington Peninsula boy likes where he lives and lives the lifestyle well.

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He explains: “I moved up to town at 19 when Paul and I started the band. Then I moved back to Balnarring for a while and back to town before finally settling in Mount Martha. I remember entering the Battle of the Bands at Padua when we were in Year 12 and we lost to a bunch of Year 9s. That was pretty devastating, but we were signed to Silverchair’s label Sony within six months of being in Melbourne. That was 1994. Right place, right time and Paul has always written great songs. The hard work just paid off and we are still great mates. Stephanie Ashworth (another band member) is also one of my closest friends. It’s a tightknit group. We are just about to head up to Byron Bay to record our seventh album. The days of touring nonstop through the States and Europe have slowed right down these days. We try to stick to doing weekend gigs because we’ve got families, but I still love doing it as much as I did when we first started out.” Clint is a man of action. Want to be in a band? Do it. Want to open a bar? Do it. He’s been running his Yellow Bird Café in Windsor for the past 12 years and thought why not keep with the theme and open something a bit closer to home. He was playing Tuesday night tennis in Mornington and overheard something that fuelled the flame — Backyard Bar at

37 Main St was up for lease. Ripper! He continues: “I’d been looking for a space for a while. Of course, I’ve taken a bit too much on with recording, Yellow Bird and now this, but I’m really looking forward to it. I love being behind a bar. Cam Marshall (Garagiste winery), Craig Baum, who runs a bar fabrication and hire company, and Simon are on board. There’ll be room for about 80 people, the music will consist of ‘60s and ‘70s rock’n’roll vibe plus there’s a courtyard. Should have it open by September.” They say that life swings in roundabouts. Clint laughs: “I was 14 when I started playing the drums in the back room of that milk bar on Boneo Rd. My old bedroom is a Thirsty Camel now. I loved growing up in Rosebud. We used to hang out at the Peninsula Surf Centre, Rye skateboard park and jump on the bus to Sorrento back beach. I never surfed because the water was too cold for me, but I loved to skate. Still do a bit of it now my two boys are into it. You just can’t beat the lifestyle here, and the golfing is great. Lots of people who’ve been away have come back to the Peninsula and I don’t mind the travelling up and down to town. It’s well worth it.” Now 43, this dad, drummer and bar owner is pretty happy with where he’s landed. Watch out for Wowee Zowee and you will be too. LIZ ROGERS

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Escape to the motion of the ocean Take the wheel and steer along Boneo Rd from Flinders to Cape Schanck for wild, oceanic walks. On the outskirts of Flinders is our easiest walk to The Blowhole beneath Elephant Rock, while next door is a short 600m walk along Tea Tree Creek to Cairns Bay. Rolling hills lead to a lesser-known beach, home to a giant sand-hill and a majestic rock pool. Hugging the rugged coastline is Bushrangers Bay, with a picturesque outlook from the banksia-clad contrasting cliffs. Featuring in Where the Wild Things Are, this gem gets its name from bloodied bushrangers Henry Bradley and Patrick O’Connor. In 1853, after escaping Van Diemen’s Land deceitfully on the schooner they had taken hostage, the two rowed their whaling boat to the shore. Strewn like a thousand diamonds, the ocean meets a secluded, sandy beach at the 2.5km walk’s conclusion. Issue 93, AUGUST 2019

With birds singing and the odd kangaroo bounding, it’s as though you are listening to nature’s playlist. A small creek crossing at the beach has many scurrying across before wandering to the Instagram-famous rock pools. Turning left along Cape Schanck Rd from Boneo Rd leads to the iconic, 1859-built Cape Schanck lighthouse and the 350m ‘stairway to Heaven’, providing several lookouts over the brooding Bass Strait from the southernmost tip of the Mornington Peninsula. Tours of the heritage lighthouse, which was Australia’s first with stone stairs, are available. Leaving this tourist hotspot and arriving at the nearby Fingal carpark, you’ll feel like a mountain goat meandering down the dense and steep 2km track to Fingal Beach. Two lookouts take in a roaring point break and Gunnamatta from afar. On return, the picnic facilities are prime for a snack, or for the eager you can walk kilometres to Gunnamatta. CAMERON HOWE camhowe.com

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With winter almost behind us and spring on the way, now is the perfect time to consider getting on a bike. The Peninsula’s oldest bicycle store, Peninsula Star Cycles in Frankston should be your first point of call, be it for a new bike or to get your current bike serviced in the fully equipped workshop. Store manager John Billing says that for those who struggle with hills or aren’t too sure if they have the stamina, an electric bike — or eBike, as they are also known — might be a perfect option to get out and explore on two wheels. “The great thing about eBikes is that you still get the health benefits of a normal bike.” John also warns people to be careful of cheaper non-compliant eBikes on the market. “Many people aren’t fully aware of the legalities and as such quite often purchase bikes which by law classify as a motorcycle, meaning they not only need to be registered, but the rider needs a motorcycle licence. To be legally classified as an eBike, the motor needs to only function whilst you are pedalling, so no throttles of any description, and

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Kent Stannard has been fascinated by sharks for more than four decades. Growing up in Barwon Heads and living out the back of Blairgowrie for 23-odd years, this science-minded board-rider always knew there was ‘something’ watching him while surfing solo. We chat about his love of the great white shark, his not-for-profit organisation Tag For Life and his quest to find out as much as he can about these epic oceanic creatures to ensure their survival. How did you start tagging sharks? My father’s cousins built commercial vessels for the oil and gas industries, and my father’s family are from a farming background. That’s why I’ve always had a thing for wedge-tailed eagles too. I started working with the CSIRO back in the early 2000s. They had just developed tags for sharks to understand their behaviour and more about their habitat around the Australian coast. As a kid I was always fascinated with top-order predators. I began a marine science degree but gave it up to become a builder. Now I am involved in research, including the tagging of sharks, and make clothing (White Tag) in response to requests from hard-core ocean users to wear. Tell us more about your relationship with CSIRO. The CSIRO approached my family in the late ‘90s with their tagging technology. We’ve partnered with them on a number of occasions, but started out by placing tracking equipment, including underwater receivers, all over Bass Strait. Sharks are like a different sort of grey nomad and they keep moving. So far we’ve been involved with the tagging and monitoring of over 400 sharks from NSW through to South Australia, following their movement patterns and behaviour. There are two populations of white shark in Australia — the eastern population originating east of Wilsons Promontory and the western population stemming from somewhere west of Bass Strait. Bass Strait is the Tag For Life has a shark education caravan that sells tea and coffee over summer at Blairgowrie’s dog beach to raise money for the notfor-profit organisation.

Kent Stannard, second from right, hopes Tag For Life’s shark research and tagging program will help ensure the survival of the ocean’s apex predator. missing link to understanding more about the species. We need to follow where they go and what they are doing. It’s a combination of science and public safety. Are there different types of tags? Yes. There’s a satellite tag, which studies the shark’s movement patterns and identifies habitat critical to them. When the animal surfaces, the tag sends a signal to the satellite and records a position. The tag is designed to release from the shark’s dorsal fin after 18 months. It washes ashore and sends a GPS location where it is so we can collect it. Then there’s the acoustic tag, which is the size of a lipstick and has to be surgically implanted into the shark’s stomach cavity away from its organs. Each one has its own code and reports to an underwater receiver. They last for around 10 years and talk to the receiver telling it when the shark arrives in an area, how long it stays, and then when it leaves. This gives us important data, including feeding habits, behaviour and how they use an area. Do the acoustic tags have any impact on other marine animals? No. They are set at a certain kilohertz that doesn’t affect seals, dolphins or other sea creatures. And what about the third type of tag? That’s the pop-off tag, which is used on big sharks over 5m. We have to use a Hawaiian

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sling-type spear, which has a fork on the end of it. It penetrates the shark behind the dorsal fin and is ideal for monitoring the movement of large pregnant sharks to nursery areas. It is pre-programmed to pop off after a period of time, floating to the surface, and the data is then uploaded to the satellite. We also take a tissue sample from each of the sharks so we can map their DNA. We can then establish who their parents, siblings and relatives are. How does Tag For Life raise money for shark research? We are a not-for-profit organisation, so we raise money through philanthropic means. For example, we’ve received funding through the Ian Potter Foundation and Coast Care. We also have a woody-style caravan at the dog beach in Blairgowrie over summer that sells tea and coffee to try to raise some more bucks. Everything we do is with the aim of conserving and preserving sharks as well as achieving a safer coastal environment for surfers, swimmers, fishermen/women and divers. It’s all about creating the science and sharing the outcomes through education. It’s important to remember that humans are just visitors in the ocean, not the sharks. Head to Tag For Life’s Facebook page @tagforlife to know more about this amazing research.

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Our beautiful little corner of the world is steeped in history, and Mornington Peninsula Shire wants to make sure it’s preserved and celebrated long into the future. That’s why it’s inviting public feedback on its draft Local History Development Plan, which supports the ongoing development and promotion of local history on the Peninsula.

If you’ve ever thought about volunteering to help our wildlife, AWARE wildlife, a Frankston and surrounds-based group, would love to hear from you. AWARE has been rescuing and caring for wildlife for nearly 20 years, and president Gillian Donath said there is a high demand for the group’s volunteer advice and rescue service.

“Local history lives in the stories and memories we share, many of which are housed inside our local historical societies, museums, landmarks and buildings,” the shire says. “These places represent the community’s cultural memory and are a vital component to our well-being and sense of place. The draft plan aims to ensure our local history is preserved and utilised for the benefit of all as well as developing exciting opportunities such as heritage tourism, which encourages travelling to experience places, artefacts and activities that authentically represent the stories and people of the past.” A key element of the plan is to create better online access to our history by digitising and cataloguing information to be published on a new website. Mayor David Gill said: “This is your chance to contribute to and celebrate the memory of those who came before us, and ensure their stories are shared for generations to come. Your ideas will help us protect, preserve and promote the Peninsula’s rich history.” You can read the draft plan and provide feedback until Monday, August 19, at www.mornpen.vic.gov.au/ haveyoursay or www.mornpen.vic.gov.au/LocalHistory; you can also pick up a hard copy at a customer service office in Rosebud, Mornington and Hastings and email your submission with the subject line “Draft Local History Development Plan” to haveyoursay@mornpen.vic.gov. au, or post it to Attention: Arts & Culture, Re: Draft Local History Development Plan, Mornington Peninsula Shire, Private Bag 1000, Rosebud 3939. Pictured: Mrs Milner, the owner of Safety Beach Boat Hire, circa 1940s. Photo courtesy of the Dromana & District Historical Society Collection

“Some of the more common reasons birds and animals have needed our service over the past 12 months have included impact with vehicles and windows, weather extremes, exhaustion, loss of habitat, entanglements with fishing line and fruit netting, ingestion of rubbish, and attacks by pets,” Gillian said. “Rescuing and caring for wildlife is a team effort, and AWARE is always looking for more team members.” AWARE provides support to its members through training, special equipment and food supplies for the more than 140 species that have needed assistance since the group formed in 2005. With spring just around the corner heralding AWARE’s busiest time for hotline calls and rescues, the organisation is holding a 90-minute introduction to volunteering on Sunday, August 11, at 9.30am in Frankston for anyone who would like to help. “Volunteer roles include hotline operators, wildlife carers, rescuers and transporters,” Gillian said. “Our volunteers provide a lifeline for wildlife needing a helping hand, and it is rewarding to know you have assisted an animal even though not all outcomes are the ones we want. Some animals do die or need euthanasia due to the severity of injuries, but there are also many ‘happy endings’ when rehabilitated animals are returned to the wild.” Email info@awarewildlife.org.au to register for the volunteer introduction session or for more information. AWARE’s 24-hour hotline for wildlife emergencies is 0412 433 727. Pictured: An orphaned joey ringtail possum whose mother died during the heatwave last March is hand-fed by AWARE volunteer Janet Wheeler at her Frankston South shelter. Photo by Paula Rivera

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Saddle down for horsing around You wouldn’t feel very special if your birthday was on the same day as everybody else’s, would you? Well, spare a thought for our elegant equine friends who share theirs — and no amount of whinnying can change it! Nearly all breeds of pedigree horses celebrate their birthday on August 1 in the southern hemisphere. In the northern hemisphere it’s January 1. This may seem a bit strange, even downright unfair if you’re a handsome hoofed creature keen to shed your saddle for solo birthday shenanigans, but there is a reason for the standardisation and it has to do with the seasons. Apparently, a mare’s oestrus cycle begins with prolonged daylight, which usually happens at the beginning of September when the weather starts to warm up. This means mares who are bred successfully in early spring will have their foals the following August. A consistent date also helps with the organisation of horse events. No matter what the reason, if you know a horse who deserves lots of kisses, giddy up. It’s time to celebrate the fact that we have them. Birthday or not. LIZ ROGERS

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Rye’s human monkey a Ninja knockout Somewhere near Rye back beach there’s a human monkey just hanging around. Hanging at the beach, at a mate’s place or at the gym or down the street. You might see him jumping off the rocks at the end of St Johns Wood Rd in Blairgowrie, or a bit farther down the Peninsula in Portsea playing a round of golf with his grandpa, Taffy, or in the clubhouse when the wind whips across the course and the light grows dim. Charlie Robbins likes climbing high and going upside-down. This 20-year-old Rye resident has just come away with 100 grand after being crowned the 2019 Australian Ninja Warrior ‘furthest and fastest’ contestant, and the smell of physical televisual success is certainly sweet. He explains: “I’ve been doing gymnastics since I was in second grade and have always loved climbing, hanging and flipping my body. I’ve played a lot of sport, including cricket, basketball and footy too. My grandparents are golfers and I began playing with them when I was about 10 years old. That’s why I wore the golf outfit for Australian Ninja Warrior. “I’d applied for the second season of the show and didn’t get in, but this time there were a few of us from Rye who made it. It was a bit of a long process. You start off with an online application, then you have to send a video, do a phone interview and finally go through a fitness test, which is full of push-ups and burpees. It’s gruelling. We filmed the third season of the show from mid-November for three weeks last year. It’s not like it looks like on TV, that’s for sure. I was so nervous.” Seems Rye breeds them strong and just a little bit ninja with a twist of ‘she’ll be right mate’ swagger. Charlie is laid-back yet determined. No fuss, yet happy to be on the ‘box’. He’ll be heading off to Europe with his mate, Zac, at the end of September to spend some of that prizemoney. He continues: “It’s crazy, really. I remember standing at the first obstacle, the steps, thinking, ‘Man, they are so big!’ When you’re on the couch at home you think they look small and it will be easy, but it’s a different story once you get there and you’ve been waiting out back for a couple of hours for your turn. We played a lot of table tennis. I was shaking when I finally got to do my run at 1.30am, but having my family on the sidelines supporting me was fantastic. The whole crowd was amazing. The salmon ladder obstacle was my favourite and the doors were definitely the hardest. You’ve got to have really strong legs and I’ve got chicken legs. “There were five of us from the Peninsula this season and I applied in a group of four. The best part was hanging out with the other contestants. I met so many cool people but none of us made it up the mega wall in the finals. It’s over 5m tall. I’m not sure what I’ll do with the rest of the money yet. Wait and see.” This gymnastics coach and golfing natural — he’s the club champion at Portsea Golf Club and plays off scratch — has plenty to occupy his time upon returning from Europe. He’ll

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Charlie Robbins is on top of the world after being crowned the 2019 Australian Ninja Warrior ‘furthest and fastest’ contestant. Photos courtesy Nine Network

be playing in the Portsea Open before taking off and he’ll be landing in Brisbane for another Australian Ninja Warrior competition in September post-trip. The beginning of November sees him in Perth for more ninja antics. He concludes: “I’ll probably start playing more golf, I reckon. I stopped after I finished school and had a gap year but I’m keen to get out on the course again. And I’d love to be part of the next season of Australian Ninja Warrior if they’ll have me.” Chicken legs and monkey business aside, this young man’s set to swing and do his thing. Ninja style. Australian Ninja Warrior screens on the Nine Network. LIZ ROGERS

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Village Glen completes its continuum of care SPONSORED EDITORIAL

Village Glen prides itself on providing the highest standard of care in every facet of its business — retirement living, aged care and home care — and aims to give older people the full suite of care services in one place. That’s why Village Glen has expanded and is now a provider of short-term restorative care (STRC), adding another level of care to residents of the Mornington Peninsula. In simple terms, STRC is an intensive rehabilitation program for our elderly over an eight-week period. The objective is to assist people who are experiencing physical or mental difficulties and help them to get back on their feet and stay in their own home. Basically, if you’re not feeling your normal self, are lacking energy, have been unwell and finding daily tasks harder than they should be, an STRC package could be for you. Village Glen provides tailored, specialised care to clients on an STRC package. Services include physiotherapy, occupational therapy, nursing, shopping assistance, showering assistance, socialisation, meal preparation and dietary advice . . . the list goes on. Recipients of STRC can choose to receive the rehabilitation services in their own home or during a stay in one of Village Glen’s aged-care residences. The STRC program focuses on rehabilitation through wellness, rehabilitation and restorative approaches to care. The aim of STRC is to reverse any decline an older person may be experiencing and get them back on track so that people can stay in their own homes for longer, living the life they love. Village Glen is proud to be one of the few providers of STRC on the Mornington Peninsula. To find out how to receive an STRC package, please call one of the friendly staff members at Village Glen today who will walk you through the process and assist along the way. VILLAGE GLEN T: 1300 8455 4536 W: www.villageglen.com.au FB: Village Glen

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Demystifying the digital universe John Westbury, from the Balnarring Bowls and Social Club, knows how important it is to be tech-savvy these days. As an older Australian, he has come across many stories about how life can become increasingly difficult when the digital world looms larger than life. Then there’s the scammers.

The Federal Government’s Be Connected E Safety program offers free courses on all things ‘connected’ to the internet and the devices you use to log on to it. The Balnarring Bowls and Social Club ran a workshop on July 29 for older Australians on how to use laptops and desktop computers, android and Apple phones and tablets, and the safety issues that ensue.

John explains: “We hope we might be able to run another one in 2019 and again next year, because many older Australians need help and reassurance when using these devices. The event ran from 10am until 2pm, with another hour devoted to any other questions or help attendees needed, and we provided a great free lunch, tea and coffee. People without devices sat next to those who did and helped each other. There were also a series of PowerPoint presentations. The event was an initiative between Bowls Australia and Be Connected and is important because if you don’t understand how to use these devices then you are left behind.” There are also lots of people around the globe who like to take advantage of those who are less educated on the ways of the digital universe too. If you know an older Australian who might need some help with understanding the ins and outs of cyber city and its tools, then log on to www.beconnected.esafety. gov.au to find out more about this pivotal program. Keep your eyes peeled for free Be Connected events closer to home too. LIZ ROGERS

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Community and not-for-profit groups have been invited to apply for Mornington Peninsula Shire community grants. The Shire’s community grants program supports projects, programs and services that identify a community need and contributes to the building of stronger and more creative communities. There are five types of grants that groups can apply for: Creative community grants assist community and non-profit groups interested in initiating arts and cultural activities and programs with public outcomes; Community placemaking grants support community-led initiatives that align to the placemaking criteria and the council’s strategic goals; Community support grants provide funding for a wide range of projects that contribute to improving the health and well-being of the community; Flexi grants, which remain open for the year until funds are spent, provide an opportunity for community groups needing a small amount of money to start a new project, purchase small equipment, train volunteers or host a small community activity; and, Youth encouragement grants, which also remain open for the year until funds are spent, provide support for individuals under 18 years of age who are competing nationally or internationally in a variety of fields. Applications close on Friday, August 16. For more information or to apply, email community.grants@mornpen.vic.gov.au, phone 5950 1425 or visit mornpen.vic. gov.au/grants

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For parents of young children with a disability, navigating a whole new world of specialists, appointments and tests can be a daunting process. Noah’s Ark helps build better futures for children with disabilities or additional needs by offering a range of services and programs that support the whole family. Seaford mother of five Rebecca Cowley and her husband, Neil, have been incredibly thankful for the encouragement, friendship and advocacy they’ve received from this not-for-profit community organisation. Beck explains: “Sometimes this special needs parenting journey can be overwhelming and stressful. Jasper was diagnosed with a rare chromosome abnormality called 49,XXXXY syndrome at two weeks old. The syndrome’s effects include intellectual disability and learning difficulties plus various physical abnormalities. He needs a lot of support to achieve his milestones. Kate and Sara from Noah’s Ark have been amazing. Kate has helped us with our application for the NDIS, worked on achievable goals for Jasper and put us in touch with speech and occupational therapists. She’s very knowledgeable and a great listener too.” Call today to find out how Noah’s Ark can help. NOAH’S ARK FRANKSTON A: Aldercourt Primary School, Silver Ave, Frankston North T: 1800 819 140 W: www.noahsarkinc.org.au FB: NoahsArkAus

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Sagittarius presents a visual feast With the rich regions of the constellation Sagittarius visible high in the sky, you can take your pick from a superb selection of binocular and telescope targets this month. If you have a small telescope, the Lagoon Nebula M8 makes a wonderful spectacle. The Omega Nebula M17 — a glowing cloud of hydrogen gas — is also a good sight through a small telescope, while the open star cluster M23 and the Sagittarius Star Cloud M24 are ideal binocular objects. Two interesting open clusters — the Butterfly Cluster M6 and the Ptolemy Cluster M7 — are nestled in the constellation of Scorpius, and both are visible to the naked eye. The “M-number” classifications refer to a set of 110 fuzzy-looking astronomical objects known as Messier objects, which were catalogued by the French astronomer Charles Messier. On August 10 the moon will be close to Jupiter, which looks like the brightest star in the sky, and then on August 12 the moon appears close to Saturn to the naked eye. On August 15 we will see a full moon. The Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society is excited to be again hosting VASTROC, the Victorian Astro Convention, on the weekend of August 10-11 during National Science Week. It will be held at the MPAS observatory at The Briars in Mount Martha and is open to all members of the public with a fascination about the universe, and this year the society’s successful astrophotography workshop will be run in conjunction with this event. The convention will include workshops, talks, displays and interactive forums in a social atmosphere. Its broad theme will be the moon, in recognition of the recent 50-year anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. For more information, bookings and a map, visit the society’s website at mpas.asn.au NERIDA LANGCAKE, Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society

Above:: The constellation Sagittarius is high in the night sky this month. Below left: M17, the Omega Nebula, is a glowing cloud of hydrogen gas easily visible through a small telescope. Photo by Steve Mohr Below right: M8, the Lagoon Nebula, makes a wonderful sight through a small telescope. Photo by Tony Nightingale

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Cataraqui tragedy was Australia’s Titanic Many believe that the sinking of the Titanic was the greatest maritime disaster of all time. In fact there have been almost 50 maritime disasters resulting in greater losses of life. Many of these were during wartime, but even in peacetime the loss of life when the Titanic sank was exceeded in at least four other disasters. Fortunately, the worst maritime disaster in Australian waters does not compare to the Titanic. While the Loch Ard tragedy is quite well known to Victorians, few have ever heard of the Cataraqui, which was wrecked some 30 years earlier when almost at the end of its passage to Melbourne. The Cataraqui was the last emigrant ship chartered to bring settlers to the Colony of Victoria under the bounty system, which paid a bonus for every person landed safely. She departed from Liverpool on April 20, 1845, with 362 emigrants. After an uneventful passage of 106 days, the vessel was approaching the Victorian coast. Strong winds and incessant rain was usual for a winter crossing of the Southern Ocean, but heavy clouds over the previous four days had made it impossible for the captain to fix his position using the sun or stars. By his calculations, on August 3 the Cataraqui was about 60 miles (96km) to the west of King Island and on a course to pass it safely to the north. In fact, he was much closer and headed for its southwest coast. About 7 o’clock that evening the captain prudently ordered his ship to be hove-to until dawn but was

The Loch Ard is Victoria’s best known shipwreck. Fifty-two lives were lost when she sank on June 1, 1878. Only a ship’s apprentice and one passenger survived.

persuaded by the surgeon that the ship should reach Melbourne as soon as possible to gain the bounty for landing healthy passengers. Sail was therefore set again at 3am, but just an hour and a half later, in total darkness and ahead of a howling gale, the ship drove on to a reef. By dawn, 200 had died either by drowning or against the cruel rocks of the reef, and by the time the vessel disappeared under the waves late on the following day, a further 200 had perished. There were only nine survivors.

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Ollie draws it all Drawing was something that Ollie Mori was known for at primary school. In his words, he’s been avidly drawing since he was a “little lad”. From here he just continued drawing. He creates masterpieces under the name Seizure Art.

“I’m an epileptic. I can’t drive, and screens interfere with me as well. So drawing has always been a hobby of mine. I don’t think I’d draw as much if I didn’t have epilepsy. But I’m thankful for it at the same time. It’s a sick irony,” said Ollie. “So I sparingly use screen time. I scan my drawings and then play with them digitally as well.” We came across Ollie at his first Oz Comic Con this year, where he had a stall to sell his sensational creations. From Avengers, Harry Potter, X-Men and Aladdin to Frozen, Star Wars, Dragon Ball Z, Aquaman, Alice in Wonderland and Spider-Man — he’s got nearly all of the fandoms covered. It was his second stall at such an event, after a successful stall at Supanova earlier this year. His folders of original pieces consisting of digital and traditional art had fans of anime and pop culture ecstatic and the artwork hung up on display had customers in awe of his talent. “Art is a part of you, so I don’t like to compare myself to others and get down,” said Ollie. “I’ve got heaps of styles under my belt and that’s what I’m proud of. I can do Disney, concept, comic, anime and more. I haven’t found my main style yet, but it’s fun to draw in different genres and styles. I like to draw what’s popular and experiment with new styles.” Constantly connecting with like-minded people is what Ollie gets out of social media. He’s met so many great people through Instagram, Facebook groups, and conventions as well. The art community is where Ollie feels at home. He’s recently been approached by a business to be the head designer of its wands, an opportunity that Ollie has grabbed with both hands. So he’s taking a short break from his traditional Japanese calligraphy style anime and kung-fu drawings to create plenty of wands that are inspired by water. This Crib Point artist, illustrator and drawer previously completed a Bachelor of Illustration and Design at Chisholm and completes commissions as well. He’s working part-time and running a blog on YouTube too. Golly Ollie, you sure are busy! “You’ve got your style so embrace it; it’s individual to you,” said Ollie. “If you persist, you’ll improve.” View his artwork on Instagram @seizure_art and watch his amazing time-lapses of his drawings on YouTube at Seizure Art. KATE SEARS

Reaching out to our homeless Community Support Frankston helps thousands of families doing it tough every year. Through material relief and assistance programs, it’s able to brighten the days of those less fortunate. Homelessness Week 2019 is from Sunday, August 4, until Saturday, August 10, and is coordinated annually by Homelessness Australia. The week brings exposure to the plight of the people experiencing homelessness and proposes ways to help them. This year’s theme is Housing Ends Homelessness. Frankston City Council, in partnership with Frankston Homelessness Network and Community Support Frankston, is running a free event for the community on Thursday, August 8, from 9am-noon. It will include a barbecue lunch, health outreach, live music, a mobile coffee van, giveaways and a visit by BreastScreen Victoria. It will be held at Community Support Frankston, 35 Beach St,

and will also raise awareness of the service that Community Support Frankston provides. “Homelessness can happen to anyone at any point in their lives,” said Frankston Mayor Michael O’Reilly. “A range of factors can contribute, such as losing a job, suffering illness, mental health problems, family violence, bereavement or relationship breakdown. A lack of affordable housing is also a key issue. Council is committed to advocating for improved housing affordability and wherever possible we try to connect homeless people with valuable support services such as Community Support Frankston.” Cr O’Reilly said everyone has the right to secure, affordable, safe and accessible housing. “I would encourage anyone experiencing or at risk of homelessness to come along to the event. You can speak to people from the range of services about the options available to you in a relaxed environment.” For more information on support services provided by Community Support Frankston, visit www.frankston.net

Special day for all special dads

As we all prepare to celebrate Father’s Day on Sunday, September 1, we thought we’d delve into the origins of this special day. In the ruins of ancient Babylon, historians discovered that nearly 4000 years ago a young boy called Elmesu might well have created the first Father’s Day card when he carved a message to his dad on a tablet made out of clay. Elmesu wished his father good health and a long life.

Modern Father’s Day celebrations originated in the US and became a tradition that spread throughout the world. In 1909, 27-year-old Sonora Louise Smart Dodd, from Spokane, Washington, was listening to a Mother’s Day sermon and pondered that if there was a day to honour mothers, then why not one for fathers? Sonora’s mother had died during childbirth when Sonora was 16 and her father, Civil War veteran William Jackson Smart, raised her and her siblings with much love and care. Sonora was inspired by Anna Jarvis’s struggle to promote Mother’s Day, so she began a rigorous campaign to celebrate Father’s Day in the US. The Spokane Ministerial Association and the local YMCA supported her cause so much that Spokane celebrated its first Father’s Day on June 19, 1910. It gained popularity all over US and it came to be celebrated across the world. As to why Father’s Day is celebrated on a different date in Australia, well, scholars are divided on this. But as long as you treat your dad extra-special on Father’s Day, we think it’ll be OK.

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Thongs of hope: Artists, writers and musicians donated an incredible array of colourful and provocative artworks on thongs for Southern Buoy Studiosâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; mid-year exhibition Walk in Someone Elseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shoes. A fundraiser for the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre, the exhibition continues until August 3 at 19 Carbine Way, Mornington. Photos by Tanya Fry

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the village mount eliza Mount Eliza is made for living There’s nowhere quite like Mount Eliza Village. With its tree-lined streets, boutique shopping and an excellent selection of food and beverages, this charming village by the bay brings a wealth of lifestyle opportunities to those who are lucky enough to live here. Community comes first in Mount Eliza Village. Specialist foodie stores, including sensational supermarket selections, a fresh farmer’s market operating on the fourth Sunday of every month and a wide array of restaurants, deliver dining experience with a capital D. You don’t have to go far to indulge, taste and explore with more on offer than ever before in this family-friendly village. Why not have a delicious pick-me-up coffee at the new Brood Espresso Bar while you’re there? Whether you’re searching for your next amazing outfit, a piece of unique art or a place to beautify and replenish, look no further than Mount Eliza Village. All your well-being requirements are on hand with an amazing choice of healthcare providers, including dental, medical, chiropractic and holistic practitioners. Surgical and non-surgical reconstructive and cosmetic procedures from Advanced Aesthetics and lipo-massage techniques to reduce the appearance of cellulite at Peninsula Endermologie are just around your feel-great corner. Families are spoilt for educational options in Mount Eliza, with Peninsula Grammar providing secondto-none specialist learning. There’s plenty of space for getting social too at the Mount Eliza Country Club, while stellar real estate services from RT Edgar provide first-class property perusal. Come visit and stay in Mount Eliza today. Close enough to public transport for easy Melbourne access and secluded enough to feel like you’re on holiday every day of the year, this part of the Mornington Peninsula is something special. LIZ ROGERS Issue 93, AUGUST 2019

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the village mount eliza Free venue hire for all functions great and small From cocktail evenings and birthday parties to wedding receptions and corporate functions, Mt Eliza Country Club is the ideal venue. It’s surrounded by well-kept gardens, has plenty of parking front and back, and has been extensively renovated to provide total comfort in summer or winter. Hire a DJ and they will have you up and grooving on the central dance floor or you can book a band, and a large illuminated deck provides even more room for guests. Mt Eliza Country Club serves a wide selection of beers, wines and spirits, and there are plenty of menu options available. You’re also welcome to choose your own caterer and utilise the professional kitchen available. For information on hiring the club, to arrange a personal inspection or to talk over your function requirements, email info@mountelizaclub.com.au or phone 9787 1139 and a committee member will contact you within 24 hours. Otherwise, simply visit the club during trading hours — see website for details. MT ELIZA COUNTRY CLUB A: 32 Old Mornington Rd, Mount Eliza P: 9787 1139 W: www.mountelizaclub.com.au FB: MountElizaClub

Begin your wellness journey with Endermologie Endermologie massage has many benefits, from muscle recovery to the treatment of bruising and swelling after surgery. This gentle massage increases lymphatic circulation by 300 per cent for at least six hours post-treatment, so has the potential to improve overall metabolism. Offering a non-invasive, negativepressure massage treatment that helps to noticeably reduce the appearance of cellulite and unwanted fat deposits, Peninsula Endermologie also specialises in Endermotherapy protocols for a myriad of facial rejuvenation and therapeutic indications, such as the treatment of scars, inflammation and discomfort associated with fibromyalgia to name a few.

Owner Niamh Hislop says: “Endermologie massage and lymphatic drainage can improve your metabolism, reduce inflammation and eliminate water retention, plus improve the appearance of cellulite. Combine this with drinking plenty of water, regular exercise and a ‘real’ food diet for optimum wellness. I love seeing my clients become more confident when desired results are achieved.” Peninsula Endermologie offers realtime practical help to boost circulation, reduce cellulite and detox. Call Niamh today to get started on your holistic wellness journey. PENINSULA ENDERMOLOGIE WELLNESS CENTRE & CELLULITE SOLUTIONS A: 120 Humphries Rd, Mount Eliza M: 0434 946 209 W: www.peninsulaendermologie.com FB: peninsula.endermologie

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Goodbye Nana, hello Brood Take your favourite brew, add some delicious homemade food, and you have Brood. Formerly Nana Peg, Brood Mt Eliza has been given a freshen-up and rebranding by the owner to celebrate a year in the Village. And while the name might have changed, you’ll find the same delightful staff still doing what they love to do: serving a delicious range of ever-changing homemade sweet and savoury goodies, made-to-order sandwiches, wraps and rolls in the sandwich bar, along with amazing barista-made coffee and a great range of Peninsula wines, craft beer and cheeky cocktails.

It’s not all same old, same old though — there’s innovation afoot. Brood Mt Eliza is introducing a weekly selection of affordable home-cooked meals ready for you to take home, heat and eat; it’s also offering event catering for large and small groups and is serving high teas during the Mount Eliza Farmers’ Market every month. There are plans also to extend into evening hours during the warmer months. So gather up your brood, your friends or workmates and head into Brood Mt Eliza today. Your tastebuds will thank you. BROOD MT ELIZA A: 104 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza T: 9787 2521 E: enquiries@broodmteliza.com.au INSTA: broodmteliza

RT Edgar Mount Eliza Turns One! Blessed with spectacular views, historic suburbs, beautiful beaches, smart restaurants and modern amenities, it is easy to see why the Mount Eliza region has been attracting new residents and investors for generations. As locals themselves, the award-winning team at RT Edgar, led by Mount Eliza-born Vicki Sayers, knows the market intimately, providing first-hand knowledge and first-class advice in suburban and rural sales, auctions and property management. With award recognition on a state and national level, it’s no surprise that in their first year of business, the team has been ranked as No.1 in residential listings and sales in Mount Eliza*. To experience their awardwinning and uncomplicated approach to real estate, give Vicki and the team a call today. A: 82 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza T: 9776 3369 W: www.rtedgar.com.au E: mteliza@rtedgar.com.au *data source realestate.com.au

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The advancements in Beauty Therapy and Clinical Skin treatments, particularly using equipment, have come a long way since Sue Verheyen 37 years ago opened Mt Eliza Beauty Therapy. Sue opened Advanced Skin & Laser 10 years ago, and was joined by Adele Simic. Adele says: “Keeping abreast of new technologies which do deliver the results they promise, and separating hype and false promises is all about continued education, both in Australia and overseas, a sound knowledge of skin, product delivery systems, ingredients, together with the most important daily hands-on experience with equipment and skin.” “Anyone can put a nail in a piece of wood; it takes an experienced tradesman to build a frame to hold up a building. In our industry,” says Sue. “Anyone can buy a machine, use it, not understand or have extensive training in the skin, or not even have long-term hands-on experience or understand outcomes.” Advanced Skin & Laser specialises in Laser & IPL Skin Rejuvenation, including Rosacea, Acne, clogging and Plasmalift, together with Skin Tightening. Speaking of Plasmalift, these are Sue’s before & after eye lift photos, taken on her iPhone, one treatment. “I am still very excited,” says Sue. “Just look. Treatment performed by Adele. Different to other Plasma treatments . . . we have reduced downtime.” Sue has always stated: “Our business is about caring, delivering outcomes and following through with our clients. Honesty and results are our policy. There are excellent clinics out there, but unfortunately there are many under-skilled over-promising clinics. Not all that shines is gold. Clients must be educated to seek procedures which will benefit them and their appearance.” Sue and Adele after all these years are so excited when their clients see their new refreshed skin, brown sun damage removed, broken red vessels gone, age spots gone, even eye lid lifting. Hey for men too. Over 10 years ago, Dr Juan Romero and his team of Medical Injectors, specialising in anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers joined the team. AntiAging & Associates give no false promises, do not “over-inject”, delivering only a new natural you. The true professionals with long-term experience in anatomy.

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World-famous guitar duo to play at Peninsula Grammar Adored guitarists Slava and Leonard Grigoryan will bring a world-class intimate performance to Peninsula Grammar’s Performing Arts Centre on Tuesday, August 20, at 7pm.

Counted among the finest musicians of their generation, the Grigoryan brothers have developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire — embracing genres such as classical, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. Between them, they have received four ARIAs and an incredible 25 ARIA nominations, recording 11 albums as a duo, with their 12th release coming out this year. The duo has been touring internationally since 2003, regularly performing throughout Europe, Asia, Australia, the US, South America, Africa, India and the Middle East. A testament to their broad appeal and incredible skills is reflected in their recent tours and releases. In 2017-18 they performed as support for the Canadian singer/ songwriter kd lang on her 25th anniversary Australian and US tour. This was followed immediately by another national tour sharing the stage and billing with the great flamenco guitarist Paco Pena. Their diverse repertoire continues to present new opportunities for performances in traditional and unconventional settings, from projects with orchestras to duo performances in iconic classical venues such as London’s Wigmore Hall and Vienna’s Konzerthaus. The

New York Times wrote: “Guitar playing of uncommon originality and authority. Musicality, expressivity and daring”, while Brisbane’s Courier Mail wrote: “The Grigoryans have a reputation of performing together so emphatically, they become extensions of each other.”

Tickets to this incredible performance on the Mornington Peninsula are $38, including GST. Book via www.eventbrite.com.au/e/peninsula-grammarpresents-the-grigoryan-brothers-tickets56405679907?aff=erelexpmlt

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PENINSULAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PREMIER CO-EDUCATIONAL SCHOOL SATURDAY OPEN DAY 7 SEPTEMBER, 10.00 AM - 12.00 PM Please join us to hear more from our Principal and to explore how our school can shape the learning journey of your child. Please register your attendance via our website.

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It’s a nice day for a wild wedding

With so many wedding traditions, it got us thinking where they originated from. So we picked the quirkiest ones to explore.

Did you know that the term ‘best man’ dates back to the times when Scotsmen would kidnap their future brides? The friends of the groom would all attempt an ‘abduction’, and the friend who succeeded was acclaimed to be the best man. We’re pretty glad the best man’s role nowadays is to plan the buck’s night and support the groom — minus abducting his future Mrs. And at the altar, the groom would always stand on the bride’s right side so his right hand —or rather, his sword hand — would be free to fight and defend himself from a

jealous rival. It sounds like a very violent “I object!” moment to us, and we can’t help but wonder what would happen if the groom was left-handed. The Irish would take a hen that was about to lay an egg and tie it to the wedding bed to ensure fertility. Now there’s an interesting bed buddy. At ancient Roman wedding ceremonies, the wedding would be finalised by the breaking of a cake made from wheat or barely over the bride’s head as a symbol of good fortune. It sounds cute, but the earliest known recipe for a British wedding cake, also known as a bride’s pye, was a mixture of cockscombs, lamb’s testicles, sweetbreads, oysters and spices. Yeah, we’ll be sticking to the modern-day traditional fruit cake with white icing, thank you very much.

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We love weddings! If you have recently been hitched here is your chance for fame! Send in your wedding pics, complete with names of people in photograph and even where it was taken. As we do regular wedding supplements you could be featured in our next one! Send to editorial@mpmag.com.au , please include ‘wedding feature’ in the subject line and your contact details for verification purposes.

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Everybody loves a wedding, and Mount Eliza’s Ranelagh Club is no exception. And while it is a members’ club, you don’t have to be a member to have your wedding — or any other special event, for that matter — right here in this premier wedding and reception venue.

a modern Hamptons-style clubhouse with breathtaking views and beautiful sunsets. For those looking for a one-of-akind experience, why not hire a marquee and food trucks — think hanging festoon lighting, drinks station and dessert buffet. With the view as the backdrop, you don’t need much to create a dream wedding. Wedding packages are available for Saturday nights and there are some great specials for winter weddings. So come along to an open day, enjoy a glass of bubbles and see how Ranelagh Club can make your special day one to remember. THE RANELAGH CLUB A: 3 Rosserdale Cres, Mount Eliza T: 9787 0265 W: www.ranelagh.com.au FB: RanelaghClub INSTA: ranelaghclubmounteliza

Ranelagh Club is one of the Peninsula’s best-kept secrets when it comes to wedding venues, and its secluded beach, which is only accessible via the club, provides a fantastic setting for some truly stunning wedding photos. From the time of your initial booking, Ranelagh’s experienced event specialist is dedicated to making your wedding vision come to life, creating a truly memorable ceremony and reception in

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Enjoy a glass of bubbles, live music and menu tastings. View stunning ceremony and wedding set ups and meet our wedding specialist & local suppliers. All couples who book their wedding by 31st October will receive their wedding ceremony complimentary (value $1500.00). For more information contact Cassandra on 9787 0265 or email events@ranelagh.com.au 3 Rosserdale Crescent, Mt Eliza www.ranelagh.com.au Issue 93, AUGUST 2019

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weddings on the peninsula Bliss begins at Functions By The Bay

Planning the event of a lifetime? Need the perfect setting for family and friends to help you and your future partner celebrate marital bliss? You’ve found it!

The team of passionate wedding and event planners at Functions By The Bay can deliver a day to remember with expert pizazz. Offering a range of packages to suit everyone, Frankston’s premier function and conference centre provides a magnificent backdrop to your special day with views over Port Phillip Bay and an internal setting to impress. Up to 150 guests can be accommodated comfortably for a formal sit-down dinner upstairs in the Graham Room, while strong partnerships forged with other Frankston event-based businesses means everything to make your day go off without a glitch is on hand. Just imagine gorgeous centrepieces, crisp chair covers, photo booths and a wedding photographer, guest mementos and even a custom lolly bar all at the ready so all you have to do is enjoy being married. Because that’s what you should be doing! Or what about taking

the most magical wedding photos on the beach, in Beauty Park or the George Pentland Botanical Gardens with the love of your life? Now that’s something you’ll look back on with pure joy. Functions By The Bay offers three deliciously fresh dinner packages to delight your guests on this extraordinary occasion. All menus have entrée, main and dessert selections, while the premium gold package includes a dessert buffet. Feel free to get in contact with the team to discuss your options. Your wedding day will be an event to remember at Functions By The Bay, where there is also space for prewedding cocktail engagement parties for up to 250 people. Call today to kick-start your perfect tomorrow. FUNCTIONS BY THE BAY A: cnr Plowman Place and Young St, Frankston T: 9783 7888 W: www.functionsbythebay.com.au FB: functionsbythebay INSTA: functionsbythebay

YOUR WEDDING SPECIALIST COSMETIC CLINIC We have an experienced team of medical and dermal clinicians who will create a bespoke treatment plan for you and your loved ones in the lead up to your special day TREATMENTS FOR MEN AND WOMEN: • Anti Wrinkle • Dermal and Lip Filler • Coolsculpting body fat reduction • Smooth Glowing Skin • Anti-sweating Contact us now to book your complimentary consultation with the team on 9749 6261 or email hannah@haclinic.com.au 1050 Nepean Highway, Mornington

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Jacqui and her team are passionate about ensuring each and every event is beautifully unique and memorable for years to come. Choose from a chic beach ceremony directly opposite the venue or a lush garden setting in our garden of Alatónero. Cocktails and canapés set the scene for a night to remember, served on our sunny terrace and deck before moving inside for a lavish sit-down feast and dancing. For a more casual affair, choose from one of our feasting-onyour-feet packages, with substantial canapés and hand-held meal options available. Alatónero offers a unique dining experience for your wedding guests showcasing our modern Mediterranean cuisine in a relaxed share style; perfect for special gatherings with loved ones. Our enviable location, beautiful fit-out and many years of proven experience in hosting incredible weddings and special events make Alatónero the perfect choice for your special day. Download the wedding package from our website. ALATÓNERO A: 671 Point Nepean Rd, McCrae W: www.alatonero.com.au FB: Alatonero INSTA: alatonero

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Bright, breezy and bursting with the Mediterranean colours of Santorini, Alatónero is the region’s expert in offering weddings and events of absolute perfection, with more than 20 years of proven experience from proprietor Jacqui Poulier.

dental health week

Did you see the Tooth Fairy? Today, dentists use the Tooth Fairy to encourage good dental health and hygiene practices, and they even encourage parents to propagate the legend through the idea that a tooth that is cleaner commands a larger price from the Tooth Fairy. This encouragement and the concept of the Tooth Fairy make dental work on children much easier for dentists.

Traditions suggest that when a child lost a baby tooth, it was buried to spare the child the hardships in the next life. In Europe, for a child’s first tooth the tradition of the ‘tand-fe’ or ‘tooth fee’ occurred. It included Vikings using the children’s teeth and other items from their offspring to bring them good luck in a battle. However,

the more general tradition was born out of fairytales and popular literature. The most popular was the story of a ‘tooth deity’, which was a mouse that would enter children’s rooms and remove baby teeth that had fallen out. This was a folklore that was prominent in Russia, Spain and many Asian countries. Yet the Tooth Fairy as we know her today was popularised as a good fairy myth in 1927 when a book contained an illustration of what we now know as the modern Tooth Fairy. The legend had been obscure for quite some time; however, with the popularity of Walt Disney’s fairy characters, the Tooth Fairy gained momentum and quickly became a presence in most households. While Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny have been adopted and grossly over-used in promotions by CocaCola and Cadbury, which in turn gave them a strong identity, the Tooth Fairy seems up for grabs. Quick sticks, dentists, catch her while you can!

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The place where smiles are made The Smile Place Mt Eliza is at the cutting edge of dentistry design and wellbeing. Principal dentist Dr Andre Schertel and his team forge strong relationships with their patients to ensure ultimate comfort and confidence. This is a dental clinic where streamlined dentistry plus the use of advanced technology result in smiles that transform lives. Dentists and hygienists work together to deliver a premium dental service, while the clinic’s up-to-date technology delivers radical results. 3D scanning technology uses a hand-held camera to take thousands of high-definition photos of the teeth, which are then used to create a 3D model of the jaw. This allows the team to design porcelain crowns or veneers that fit the patient’s prepared teeth in a single visit. Are you wondering if you should have veneers? This ground-breaking technology is also used for Smile Makeovers - your new smile is entirely digitally designed and then you have the opportunity to try it out in real life! This same technology is used in the clinic’s popular Smilefast Cosmetic Orthodontic Treatment for adults to simulate the potential results of having braces. Make your smile a priority with The Smile Place Mt Eliza – the smile-making professionals who make you feel welcome too! THE SMILE PLACE MT ELIZA A: 1299 Nepean Highway, Mount Eliza T: 9775 4600 W: thesmileplace.com.au

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We are a modern, state-of-the-art Dental Practice committed to providing personalised care of the highest standard in all aspects of dentistry. Servicing the Westernport and Greater Peninsula area for over 45 years, our team of highly skilled professionals will take care of all your dental health needs. We offer complete oral care for the whole familyâ&#x20AC;Ś. for life!

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Carrum Downs Dental Care opened in 2010 to help the local community achieve a healthy, beautiful smile. At Carrum Downs Dental Care, all new patients receive a free or gap-free* initial consultation. This consultation will be with one of the clinic’s highly experienced and caring male or female qualified practitioners. Our clinic provides our patients with a comprehensive range of dental services. Our dentists provide a range of treatments for our patients from the preventative phase right through to orthodontics, implants and root canal procedures. We are the longest operating and most trusted Carrum Downs dentist suitable for you and your family’s needs; we take pride in superior service to our patients. Dental implants are just one of the treatments on offer. Dental implantation refers to the process of replacing one or more missing teeth that cannot otherwise be saved. They look just like the rest of your teeth, with a titanium screw fixing the tooth to the jawbone and a piece of metal attaching that to the porcelain or ceramic crown. Orthodontics specialises in the alignment of both the teeth and jaws. The dentist corrects a range of issues and helps restore the function and appearance of the patient’s teeth. Services include conventional fixed braces, clear tooth-coloured braces, clear

aligners and also fixed and removable orthodontic appliances. Invisalign is a discrete alternative to metal braces for straightening teeth. Crowns and veneers are a long-term option that can be used for function or to change the appearance of your smile. A crown is a full covering that protects a damaged tooth. A crown can be part of a bridge or a dental implant. Crowns can also be used to change the aesthetics of a tooth or teeth by changing the shape and colour. Dental veneers consist of a thin layer of material placed over a tooth to improve the appearance of a tooth or teeth or to protect the tooth’s surface from damage. Veneers can improve the appearance of discoloured teeth, a gappy or slightly crooked smile, and misshapen teeth. As the preferred providers for BUPA (Platinum), HCF, Medibank Private (Advantage), CBHS and Smile, you’ll get the maximum instant rebate available when you are a patient at Carrum Downs Dental Care. The clinic also offers interest-free payment plans and Afterpay as payment options. To book in for your consultation and quote call: CARRUM DOWNS DENTAL CARE A: Shop 8, 115 Hall Rd, Carrum Downs T: 9783 0600 W: www.carrumdownsdentalcare.com.au FB: Carrumdownsdentalcare INSTA: carrumdownsdentalcare *Conditions apply. Does not include any X-rays or treatment. No-gap consultation with dental private health.

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Excellent dental care at Rosebud Dental Group Rosebud Dental Group is a family orientated private dental practice that has proudly been part of the Mornington Peninsula for 40+ years. Since its inception, the clinic has always strived to provide a high standard of care to its patients, in 2013 Rosebud Dental Group became one of the first dental practices in Australia to achieve accreditation. Depending on policy entitlements Medibank, Bupa, HCF and CBHS patients with extras cover may be eligible for 2 fully covered check and cleans per year. Check your policy and call our reception team to find out more. During Dental Health Week $1 of every toothbrush sold at Rosebud Dental Group will be donated to Oxfam. Over the years members of our Rosebud Dental Group team have participated in the Oxfam Trailwalker to raise funds for this worthy cause. Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am-5pm Sat 8.30am-1pm 1533 Point Nepean Rd, Capel Sound P: 5982 2800 www.rosebuddental.com.au

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The last time Mornington Peninsula Magazine spoke with Andrew Owen, it was all about raising money for charity, hosting the Tech Games Fest at Chisholm Institute in Frankston, and sessional teaching. This time we discuss his love of oil painting, pastels and pencils, and digital art.

He explains: “I came back to drawing and painting about five years ago after doing other things like teaching and community work. My mum and her auntie were artists and it was quite weird when I looked at their work. It was as if I was looking at my own. My grand-aunt used to make postcards and greeting cards, and the work is so similar to mine it’s uncanny. I love exploring the theme of popular culture, whether it’s through painting, drawing or digital art as a medium. I do a lot of one-off commissions for private collections. The life-size 3D helicopter I made was used for the Hollywood blockbuster movie San Andreas, starring Dwayne Johnson. I also recreated the original movie poster for Barry Bostwick, the original Brad in The Rocky Horror Picture Show. He puts them up at conventions across the USA.” But back to painting — Andrew’s work sits somewhere between fandom, traditional art and digital illustration. Focused on drawing and painting famous people, superheroes and characters from such shows as Doctor Who and Harry Potter, he spends hours and hours detailing faces to hone in on every expression and personality-forged line. He’ll have around 10 works on the go at any time and prefers to paint on thick paper and board rather than canvas. He’s messy too! He continues: “I’ve got paint and paper everywhere. I’m always amazed when you see those artists with clean studios and everything is organised. I’m usually covered in oil paint and so is everything else.” Working from his studio at home in Somerville surrounded by the likes of Jack Nicholson, Christopher Reeves, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Hugh Jackman and Arnold Schwarzenegger, Andrew is keen to take his figurative work further by entering the Archibald Prize in 2020. He explains: “I’ve already got a prominent Australian locked in and will be starting work on the piece soon. It’s exciting. The whole process will be very new to me. I expect to take a lot of photos and have multiple sittings. It will be great to see what I come up with.” As an admirer of urban landscape painter Jeffrey Smart and Heidelberg School member Tom Roberts, this Coffs Harbour native who went to school in Sydney has lived on the Peninsula for the past 20 years. He’s most content when painting but loves making costumes for his two boys, Sebastian and Lachie, too. He also enjoys giving old toys a more lifelike appearance. “I’m happy as long as I’m producing something. My kids are like that too.” Check out his remarkably lifelike imagery on Facebook @theAndrewOwen or on Instagram @andrewoonline to marvel in some creative contemporary pop! LIZ ROGERS

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“I paint objects as I think them, not as I see them” — Pablo Picasso As a contemporary expressionist painter, Graham Jones lives by the words of Picasso when portraying his artworks. Often landscaped-based, as displayed in his new solo exhibition River Deep – Mountain High, opening at Nissarana Galleries, 211 Main St, Mornington, Jones’ paintings walk a somewhat precarious line between realism and abstraction. Gleaned from years of skiing and travelling on all seven continents, Graham’s art is influenced by the harsh and serene beauty of such environments, yet it reflects his ‘mind’s eye’ in the distribution of ideas on to his canvas. As a building designer who forged an enviable career through his multi-awardwinning practice Graham Jones Design, Graham is a self-taught artist who only began painting four years ago. Since then he has produced an astounding body of work usually equated to a portfolio of a

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Paintings from thought lifetime. As the viewer ponders the realities and non-realities of these timeless works of applausable talent, it is easy to come to the understanding they convey a deeper message not only about the inaccessible and awe-inspiring landscape from which they are derived but also about the artist’s ability to capture emotion in the movement of the paint itself. The exhibition opens on August 23 with the opening event on August 24 at 2pm. Until then, come and see the Zoe Ellenberg exhibition, which is open until August 11. NISSARANA GALLERIES Open Wednesday-Sunday 10am-5pm, Monday-Tuesday 10am-4pm or after hours by appointment A: Ground Floor, 211 Main St, Mornington T: 5976 8877 M: 0474 496 222 E: info@ngmornington.com.au W: www.nissaranagalleries.com.au

One degree of separation From the team that brought you Shirley Valentine and Always . . . Patsy Cline comes a show that’s been a hit in 28 countries around the world. My Brilliant Divorce sees star Mandi Lodge and award-winning director Denny Lawrence once again combining their talents. This time it’s to present a funny, heartfelt story about Angela, who is trying to ‘take charge’ after a divorce from her lying, cheating husband — a divorce that shocked her, but which everybody else around her knew she was hurtling towards. It’s a funny, contemporary story with heart. With one in three Australian marriages ending in divorce, this is a highly relevant topic that is skillfully tackled by leading playwright Geraldine Aron. Mandi says she’s enjoying the demands of taking on a challenging issue using wit and honesty. “As with any upheaval, people can find funny things happen amongst the drama, and it is those lighter moments that help us get through and find perspective. Our show works as either a funny, heartful time in the theatre or it can give people a chance to recognise the ups and downs of divorce and hopefully feel a bit better about those moments and laugh at some Issue 93, AUGUST 2019

of the sillier stuff that goes on.” My Brilliant Divorce will be performed on Saturday, September 14, at 7.30pm. Tickets are $27-$59 and can be booked online on thefac.com.au, over the phone on 9784 1060 or in person at Frankston Arts Centre. FRANKSTON ARTS CENTRE A: 27-37 Davey St, Frankston T: 9784 1060 W: www.thefac.com.au FB: FrankstonArtsCentre INSTA: the_fac www.morningtonpeninsulamagazine.com.au

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You can make our festival even better For the past 23 years, Mornington’s annual Main Street Festival has celebrated the incredible diversity of wine, arts, music, food and culture we are blessed with on the Mornington Peninsula. Applications have closed for food, wine and music for this year’s festival on Sunday, October 20, but there are still many other opportunities for you to get involved to help make the 24th festival the best yet.

If you love to entertain, roving, street and children’s performers of all types and ages are needed. If you can put on activities for big and little kids, organisers would love to hear from you too. Art and funky installations that can be displayed safely in the street always help brighten up the festival, while school, community or dance groups are invited to show festival-goers what they have on the community stage and performance spaces in the street. Volunteers who are willing to help out in the lead-up to the festival and on the day are always appreciated, as are sponsors. The festival is a not-for-profit, free community event and relies completely on sponsorship and stall fees to keep it running. If you’re interested in getting your business brand out there while supporting a magnificent local event, get in touch with the organisers for information on festival sponsorship packs. There are options to fit every budget, and with more than 30,000 patrons attending each year it can be a great way to give

your business exposure. The festival is forever growing and changing, and this year will see many of your favourites return as well as a lot of new additions, but the main focus is always

on bringing the community together and enjoying what it has to offer. To get involved, visit www. mainstreetfestival.com.au for applications and contact details.

A musical evening with Trinity College Choir The Peninsula Music Society hosts the Trinity College Choir on Saturday, September 14, for a celestial evening of music at the accessible Peninsula Community Theatre, Wilsons Rd, Mornington, at 7.30pm. Saturday September 14 at 7.30 pm

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Christopher Wilson will direct and lead the choir, a vocal ensemble with music to embalm the spectator for the compositions featuring mainly Australian contemporary themes. The internationally acclaimed Trinity College Choir travels widely and has collaborated with various orchestras, including the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.

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The Lion King Showing at HOYTS, Wells St, Frankston

We’re sure that this 2019 remake of Disney’s 1994 classic The Lion King requires no plot summary. So instead let’s dive into what’s new. It’s captivating how real all of the animals and scenery look. It’s a true masterpiece. It just looks so real that if there weren’t animals speaking it might just be mistaken for one of David Attenborough’s wildlife documentaries. The close attention paid to the movement of the lions’ manes in the wind and their chests rising with each breath is a huge progression from the cartoon we came to love. Fight scenes were more realistic, as were the predator and subsequent eating sequences. Scar and his team of hyenas were eerily evil and presented perfectly. The musical numbers were catchy yet realistic in that they weren’t in the characters’ minds like a surreal dream. James Earl Jones reprises his role as Mufasa, which was music to our ears. His distinctive voice joins Beyoncé Knowles, Seth Rogen, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Alfre Woodward, Keegan-Michael Key, John Oliver and Donald Glover, also known as Childish Gambino. The cast was flawless, as was the quality of their singing voices. Beyoncé, also known as Queen B, was a loveable Nala, while Donald Glover was a cheeky, strong-willed Simba. Billy Eichner played Timon, joining Seth Rogen as his best friend, Pumbaa. They were just as witty and full of banter as the original duo we met back in 1994. Their rendition of

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Such talent comes once in a blue Moon Think a little bit of soul. Then a little bit of jazz and a margin of funked-up blues. What do you get when you mix the lot together? Ed Moon. At just 18 years old, this Padua College Year 12 music student grew up on Aretha Franklin and Stevie Wonder with a mum who loved to tinkle on the piano. Music has been in his blood since, he says, “inception”.

Hakuna Matata was upbeat, as was the very popular I Just Can’t Wait to be King, by Simba and Nala. But don’t worry, you adults out there — our cinema was 90 per cent made up of those who would have grown up with The Lion King. It’s not just for kids! KATE SEARS HHHHHHHH/10

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“I was born in NSW, but Mum and I moved to Victoria when I was six. We came to the Peninsula not long after that when she met my stepdad. There was music in the house constantly and I was always encouraged to do what I love, which is to perform and play. There’s never been anything else I wanted to do.” Ed’s voice is like honey. It moves sweetly from key to key as his guitar gently spurs it along. Music seems to pour out of him with a thirst for tugging at the heartstrings. He plays the piano and trumpet, loves covering Annie Lennox tunes and writes his own songs. He’s performed plenty of solo gigs at local haunts around town and a few more with drummer Louis Di Sera too. He’s also been the support act for Jack Jones. He continues: “It’s easier to get your music out there with social media these days but harder in a way because everyone can do it. You’ve just got to keep at it, which isn’t a problem for me as it’s the only thing I do besides school.” Like many of the up-and-coming musicians on the Peninsula, Ed has visions of gigging around Melbourne after finishing school. This winner of the People’s Choice and Judges’ Choice awards at the Peninsula Busking Festival

last April also wants to further his musical studies at university. Any spare time is spent op-shopping, having coffee with friends and going on long drives now he’s got his driver’s licence. A self-confessed addict of popular culture — he loves a bit of RuPaul’s Drag Race because “it celebrates diversity and all things different” — Ed can’t wait until school is over so he can focus full-time on music and continue to be up on stage where he belongs. “There’s nothing like feeding off a crowd and feeling the appreciation for what you are doing. Mornington Peninsula people are very supportive.” Yep, they are. Watch out for this one, folks — this Moon is rising. Find out more at www.edmoonmusic.com LIZ ROGERS

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The Queenscliff Music Festival takes off on November 22-24 and it’s set to be a ripper. This mecca for all things instrumental and vocally brilliant began in 1997 and showcases the cream of the blues, jazz and smooth crooning. This year Clare Bowditch, Missy Higgins, The Cat Empire, The Waifs, Tim Finn and others will be joined by Mississippi-born Kent Burnside, who’s bringing his distinct gravelly down south blues guitar and vocals to the Bellarine Peninsula. As the grandson of legendary blues man R.L. Burnside, Kent was born into the shoes of one of the best blues masters around and has toured Europe and the US. Liz Rogers got a chance to ask him some questions before he set sail for our great southern land. Enjoy.

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Mississippi blues land on Bellarine Peninsula So, what do you know about Australia? Nothing. All I know is you got kangaroos. What’s the best thing about playing the Queenscliff Music Festival? They get to hear what I do. You know what I’m saying? They open the doors for me to spread my music to Australia so I can get more gigs and keep coming back. Tell us a bit about growing up in such a renowned musical family and what your childhood looked like. It was pretty crazy. I was very poor, actually. We worked on a farm and ate what we grew. At the beginning R.L. was very poor. He always worked and played music but only came up near the end of his life. He would have parties at the farm on the weekends and play music, and I made and sold sandwiches to help out. It was $2 to get in . . . sometimes $1 if it was a slow night. I was about 15 when he became very successful. He always stayed humble, though. What do the blues mean to you? Man, the blues, man. It’s an outlet for me, a release for whatever I have going on. It helps relax my soul. Their problems can help you with your problems. They tell me that the blues ain’t nothin but a good man feelin’ bad. When did you begin playing guitar and singing? Since I was nine. I started trying to sing at 14. Where do your lyrics come from? From the heart. I’ve experienced so much I’m amazed I’m still alive. It was crazy coming up. It wasn’t all good. We struggled a lot until R.L. came up. There were lots of days I didn’t eat as a kid. What’s life on the road of a touring blues man look like? It’s amazing. When I’m home I’m Dad, but when I’m on the road I’m young again. How many gigs do you do per year on average? Around 100 a year. And finally, anything you must do when you come Down Under? Just to enjoy every moment I’m there. I wanna see some kangaroos. www.morningtonpeninsulamagazine.com.au

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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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THURSDAY AUGUST 1 – SATURDAY AUGUST 31 2019 Burger Off This Winter Frankston City Council is encouraging venues to heat up their kitchens for its inaugural Burger Off, who will have the best burger in Frankston City? Your vote decides, www.burgeroff.com.au

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Sunday School @ Prancing Horse Estate — Happy Birthday Horses – The Pony 2018 range release $50pp, each session will include deliciour local produce, 11.30am-1pm, The Coterie, 39 Paringa Rd, Red Hill, bookings 0437 353 288

Science in the Park — Free hands-on science activities for all ages to celebrate National Science Week, meet NASA Scientist Dr Darlene Lim to learn about life in extreme Earth habitats and beyond! Coolart Wetlands and Homestead, Lord Somers Rd, Somers. www.swi.nu/natsciwk2019

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Ticonderoga Departure Ball — This commemoration celebrates the lives of the passengers and crew and their descendants who settled the colony of Victoria during the gold rush, Portsea Village Resort, 3765 Pt Nepean Rd, Portsea, 5984 8484, 6-11pm, $65, www.portseavillageresort.com.au/events/ticonderoga-departure-ball

FRIDAY AUGUST 9 Morven Manor Open Day — Join Morven Manor for their Open Day Barbeque, 77 Tanti Ave, Mornington, Open Day 10am-2pm, barbeque noon-1pm, 1300 271 389 www.australianunity.com.au/retirement-communities/morven-manor

SATURDAY AUGUST 10 First Shot Dinner — Commemoration Dinner for the first shot fired in anger in WWI from Fort Nepean, 3 course dinner featuring SATURDAY AUGUST 3 local Mornington Sleep in your Car — Annual national event that invites Peninsula produce communities to come together, learn what it means to experience life without a home, Mornington Park. Register and live music, Portsea Village Resort, 3765 Pt Nepean Rd, Portsea, $65, 6-11pm, 5984 8484 to sleep in your car or drop in for dinner. Register or find www.portseavillageresort.com.au/events/first-shot-dinner-start-of-wwi out more at www.sleepinyourcar.com.au

Devilbend Fun Run 2019 — Fun run offering distances of 1 mile, 7km, 12km and 21km for the whole family to enjoy. Annual event to raise funds to help maintain the Mornington Peninsula Athletic Club and coaching, Devilbend Natural Features Reserve, Graydens Rd, Tuerong, 8.30am 1pm. www.devilbend.com

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SUNDAY AUGUST 18 Portsea Golf Club Wedding Open Day — Come and enjoy the second annual expo, meet local wedding suppliers and get ideas of what your wedding can look like.46 London Bridge Rd, Portsea 11am-2pm www.portseaweddings.com

SUNDAY AUGUST 18 Step out for Parkinson’s — Join Victoria’s largest community event, a golf coin donation per walker, dogs on leash are welcome, Beauty Park, Frankston, 10.30am, Karen 0412 979 902

FRIDAY AUGUST 23 – SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 15 Graham Jones ‘River Deep – Mountain High’ Exhibition — A fantasy travelogue of expressionist painting sending us on a vague journey, where landscapes are blurred somewhere between realism and abstraction, Nissarana Galleries, 211 Main St, Mornington, 5976 8877 www.nissaranagalleries.com.au

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Narelle Fraser – Retired Melbourne Detective — Narelle gives a fascinating and often humorous insight into the daily life of a Police Officer from a female perspective, Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron, 2900 Pt Nepean Rd, Mornington, 6-9.30pm, $60, 5925 9605 www.bys.asn.au

Ranelagh Club Wedding Open Day — View stunning ceremony & wedding set ups, meet our wedding & events specialist, talk to our local suppliers. Ranelagh Club, 3 Rosserdale Crt, Mt Eliza, 11am-3pm, 9787 0265 www.ranelagh.com.au

TUESDAY AUGUST 20 Peninsula Grammar presents The Grigoryan Brothers — Guiatarist Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation, Peninsula Grammar Performing Arts Centre, 20 Wooralla Drv, Mt Eliza 7-8.30pm, $35, 9788 7733 www.eventbrite.com.au/e/peninsula-grammarpresents-the-grigoryan-brothers-tickets-56405679907

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Peninsula Music Society Inc presents Trinity College Choir Trinity Choir is comprised of students studying a wide range of subjects, Peninsula Community Theatre, Wilsons Rd, Mornington, 7.30pm. www.pmsmusic.asn.au

SATURDAY AUGUST 31 – SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 1 Frankston & Peninsula Lapidary Club Inc. presents 2019 Gem Exhibition — minerals, raffles, demonstrations, jewellery, food & refreshments, Peninsula Community Theatre, cnr Nepean Highway and Wilsons Rd, Mornington, 9am-5pm. Details: Josefin 0420 364 980 or Heike 0401 305 707

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One more makes four Jasmine Forecast, Mornington Peninsula Magazine’s fabulous graphic designer, brought this beautiful baby boy into the world on Saturday, July 13. Charlie Knox Forecast is Jasmine and Brett’s second son and joins big brother Connor. He weighed 3.74kg (8lb 2oz) and measured 50cm.

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The first days of your baby’s life are unforgettable. The Bays Hospital in Mornington is relaxed enough to feel like home, and with boutique modern rooms it’s no wonder more and more people are choosing to have their babies at The Bays. “We feel privileged that each year over 500 families choose to share this experience with us,” says The Bays’ clinical service manager, Marg Joyce. According to Marg, The Bays is about family and community. “It’s not clinical and procedural. It’s about care and connection.” Elaine Grant is the maternity unit manager and is excited to see The Bays’ reputation growing both here on the Peninsula and beyond. “It’s a testament to the professionalism of our team and our caring, supportive atmosphere. We pride ourselves on taking care of the whole family,” Elaine says. The Bays welcomes both private health insured and self-funded patients. It has very competitive pricing packages for a stay in the maternity unit. Parents can expect beautiful private rooms and birthing suites, plus wonderful meals from the a la carte menu, which can be ordered at any time. With on-site obstetricians, paediatricians and a comprehensive special care nursery, parents can feel reassured that they are in safe hands at The Bays. The skills and experience in The Bays’ maternity unit are impressive. We can feel so proud to be able to provide this boutique maternity unit here in our community. Book a maternity tour at The Bays on 5976 5262.

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“The whole face must be taken into consideration; it must be harmonious,” Fiona says. “Sometimes I am simply augmenting lips but frequently I am considering age-related restoration, which is multi-faceted. Changes in skin, bone and fat loss, and facial proportions all need to be considered.” Fiona’s area of expertise is injectables. “Safety and risk minimisation are paramount. Shopping around for the cheapest product in a largely unregulated industry risks a poor aesthetic result and dangerous complications. I fix a lot of poorly injected lips, for example, where anatomy, product choice and proportions have not been well considered. This can be unnecessarily painful, increase downtime, and is more expensive than it should ever have been.” Fiona has opened spacious new rooms at 60 Cranbourne Rd, Frankston, and has been joined by cosmetic nurse Tara and dermal clinicians Peta and Jayde, who are university educated in skin treatments and skin care. Cosmetic eyebrow tattooing with Alex is also available. Fiona’s approach is holistic and tailored to each patient’s budget, goals and lifestyle. “Skin quality is integral to getting a good result with injectables. We aim to educate patients in quality skin care and treatment which is not complicated and is time-efficient, whether your skin concern is acne, pigmentation, rosacea or age-related.”

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It’s a shocking statistic, but more than 40 Frankston women could be unknowingly living with breast cancer. For this reason, from Monday, August 5, until Friday, August 16, the hot pink BreastScreen Victoria van will be in Frankston and offering free breast checks to women aged over 40. A breast screen every two years for women older than 50 is recommended by BreastScreen Victoria. It’s believed this is the best way to detect cancer early, which is the time when treatment is most successful. The BreastScreen Victoria van travels throughout the state with friendly staff who conduct the free breast

screens and answer any questions patients may have. These scans are always performed by a female radiographer, and no Medicare card or GP referral is needed. Even better is that the scan takes only 10 minutes. BreastScreen Victoria is a fully accredited part of BreastScreen Australia and is jointly funded by the state and federal governments. The van, which is decked out with the latest technology, will be at 81 Young St, Frankston, in the carpark next to the Young Street Medical and Dental Centre from 7.50am-5pm. You’re welcome to simply walk in or you can book at breastscreen.org.au or phone 13 20 50.

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With winter coming to an end this month and spring on the horizon, it’s time for a vibrant new look to cheer up these grey days before the sunny days return. Bespoke eyewear by Roger Henley may just be what you’re looking for. You can choose from the latest shapes and colours and can even design your own spectacles, which are then beautifully made by Roger in his Adelaide studio. Brendan O’Keefe is a Victorian spectacle-maker who creates beautiful hand-pressed aluminium frames. Lively shades of blue, red, orange, and turquoise complement the black tones and they’re all matched to your chosen frame. Or in Sydney, Paul Taylor is renowned for designing retro frames in bright colours to lift your winter mood. Call in today to see Kay and her experienced team as they help you achieve your new look. Eye testing is also available in-store. Regular eye health check-ups are vital nowadays because we’re often on the computer and phone much more than we used to be, so it’s necessary to make sure your eyes are taken care of to avoid eye strain. MAIN STREET EYE CARE A: 57 Main St, Mornington T: 5975 3235 FB: mainstreeteyecare3931 INSTA: mainstreeteyecare

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This amazing team of hairdressers comes with a wealth of experience specialising in all aspects of hairdressing old and new – from style cutting, blow waving, foiling and balayage to creative colouring and hair painting. There’s also a dedicated team specialising in bridal styling, colour corrections and hair extensions, achieving their results through the highest quality ammonia-free, organic and certified vegan-friendly products. This one-stop beauty oasis offers you the chance to indulge your senses in your private beauty lounge with garden views where you can really treat yourself. The highly qualified beauty therapists specialise in beautiful full brows, healthy lifted lashes and glowing skins. With a full menu of beauty treatments on offer, you will be spoilt for choice.

To top it all off, the newest addition to the Guava family is a stunning skin clinic launching in Somerville in August 19. Specialising in problematic skin conditions, the clinic will boast some of the newest and best treatments on the market for skin health, including analysis and diagnosis, skin needling, power peels, LED and more. With corneotherapy at the forefront, Guava’s clinics are set to define a new standard in results-driven skin care for their guests. Watch this space! GUAVA HAIR BEAUTY CLINIC A: 87 Lower Somerville Rd, Baxter W: www.guavahairbody.com.au T: 5971 4927 FB: guavahairbody INSTA: guavahairbodytan

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Hypnosis is mind control: Truth is during hypnosis sessions you are completely aware and have the ability to reject suggestions. I won’t remember what the hypnotist is saying: Truth is it’s a natural state of focused relaxation that’s different for all. While some are consciously focused, others choose to nor conscious attention. Only certain people can be hypnotised: Truth is to be hypnotised people only need to be willing and active participants. Good rapport with your hypnotists is vital. “I have just been to my third virtual lap band hypnosis and I am amazed how my life is changing without being on a diet or consciously trying to lose weight. I’ve lost 2kg and I’m not eating all the lollies I’ve been addicted to for years cause I don’t think about it. Thank you, Eileen you have been my guardian angel.” Satisfied Client Jen EFFECTIVE HYPNOTHERAPY A: The Private Sea Wellness Centre Mornington and Dromana M: 0401 558 297 W: www.effectivehypnotherapy.com.au FB: Effective-Hypnotherapy

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Women don’t want to feel as though they’ve lost control of their body, especially when it affects intimate parts of their life. Childbirth and the natural ageing process cause changes that may affect feminine wellness particularly strenuous vaginal childbirth, multiple births and the effects of menopause can cause physical changes that can rob women and their partners of their sense of well-being and happiness. If you suffer from any of the following you may be a candidate for ThermiVa: • Urinary leakage during illness, exercise, jumping or when coughing (referred to as stress incontinence); • Uncomfortable or painful sexual intercourse; • Dryness or difficulty achieving lubrication;

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Water’s a winner for winter hydration Staying hydrated in the winter can be difficult. The colder weather can decrease our thirst sensation, causing us to drink less. Your body needs water to function properly and is essential for the function of cells, tissues, organs and is vital for digestion and excretion of waste products. Drinking water can also help you feel full, preventing us from over-eating during winter and gaining those unwanted kilos. The amount of water you need depends on your age and activity level. If you are a healthy adult under the age of 65, you require 35-45ml per kilo of body weight. You could start off by aiming for

a minimum of eight glasses of water per day with a combination of foods with a high water and nutrient content. Water should be the choice of drink — it’s calorie-free, with no added sugar or preservatives! Not a fan of water? You can naturally flavour your water by adding mint and chopped up pieces of fruit, like berries or lemon, depending on what you feel like. Alternatively, you can drink warm water for those winter blues, or sparkling mineral water if you need to quench your thirst. Cucumbers, celery, watermelon, berries, mixed greens and spinach all contain a high-water and nutrient content. Kate Save is an accredited practising dietitian, exercise physiologist and codirector of Be Fit Food in Mornington. For more info go to befitfood.com.au or phone 1300 2 MEALS (63257)

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Many of you would already know that the beauty therapists at Saya Medispa combine a wealth of beauty therapy expertise with multi-skilled client-first attitude to provide excellent service. Aleshia Fowler and her team have been working tirelessly to ensure their clients feel like they are No.1. New to the ranks is beauty therapist Shae Nicholas, whose focus is on everything that makes you feel good. As a passionate provider of waxing, tanning and make-up services, Shae has been working in the beauty industry for six years and is the go-to girl for all your spring racing and wedding beauty preparations heading into spring. So too is Hayley Meier, who has been making people look and feel great for more than 15 years and has been working at Saya since late last year. Hayley is an incredibly versatile and enthusiastic beauty therapist whose keen interest lies in skin care, including facials, and pampering her clients to the max. Combine the skills of these two new additions to the Saya team with the skills of skincare beauty therapist Renee Devitt and owner Aleshia and you have a magical multi-skilled beauty experience. Call them today and stay. SAYA MEDISPA A: 2/10 Eramosa Rd East, Somerville T: 5977 6790 W: www.sayamedispa.com.au FB: sayamedispa

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Revolutionary vein treatment Just the mention of ‘varicose vein treatment’ can conjure up disturbing thoughts of vein ‘stripping’, major surgery and extended hospital stays. Thankfully, long gone are the days of painful surgery to remove unwanted and uncomfortable veins. Dr Ganesha Param recently opened a state-of-the-art vein treatment facility in Frankston that champions the non-surgical removal of varicose and spider veins. “We find so many people are put off seeking help for varicose veins because they fear the ‘stripping’ treatments of yesteryear,” says Dr Gan. “The reality is that technology has evolved to a point that no major surgery or general anesthetics are required. In fact, the outcomes of the new treatments are far superior to old surgery methods and patients are able to return to daily activities almost immediately.” The Doctor Vein specialist clinic opened in August 2018 and has already treated hundreds of patients with non-surgical Issue 93, AUGUST 2019

and non-invasive vein treatments. With a range of treatment types available from laser technology to ultrasound guided injections, Dr Gan works with patients to create bespoke treatment plans. Dr Gan finds patients seek treatment for a number of reasons, from the medically motivated because veins are causing discomfort and pain to the cosmetic to improve the physical appearance of legs . . . and sometimes a combination of the two. “Varicose and spider veins unfortunately don’t discriminate and can affect both men and women of all ages. The great news is that treatment doesn’t need to result in lengthy recoveries and time off work or ongoing commitments. We find winter is a popular time to undertake treatment so patients can be confident and comfortable with their legs when the warmer weather arrives.” To discuss your treatment options and book an initial consultation please contact 9781 0646 or email info@doctorvein.com. au. No referral is required. DOCTOR VEIN A: 7 Winifred St, Frankston T: 9781 0646 W: www.doctorvein.com.au FB: doctorvein1 INSTA: doctorvein

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Say it BIG and LOUD Leading the way in Parkinson’s rehabilitation, St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital provides a range of comprehensive, evidence-based programs to help people living with Parkinson’s disease maintain their independence and well-being. Parkinson’s disease affects movement, speech, memory and sleep and can have a significant impact on your life. The role of the interdisciplinary team is vital when working with people with Parkinson’s and the team of specialist health care professionals works alongside you and your family to develop a tailored health care plan to help you live a fulfilling and productive life. Inpatient rehabilitation: A comprehensive assessment and tailored program to meet the individual’s needs. This includes medication reviews, falls and balance and reconditioning programs. Advanced inpatient Parkinson’s drug therapies are also offered. Outpatient rehabilitation programs: Group Outpatient Program — Incorporating balance, strength, endurance and co-ordination training as well as reconditioning. Also included are education sessions that family and carers are encouraged to attend. LSVT BIG®* — Trains people with Parkinson’s disease to avoid inactivity and keep movements alive during everyday activities by using techniques that teach the use of bigger movements anywhere, anytime in daily living. LSVT LOUD®* — Retrains the brain to be more aware of voice volume and assists with the communication issues many people with Parkinson’s face. * Individual sessions with an LSVT® certified therapist. A referral from your GP or specialist is required for inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs. People diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, their families and carers are invited to come along to learn more. A PD group information session will be held on Thursday, August 29, from 3.30-4.30pm, and LSVT® information sessions will be held on Thursday, September 12, and Thursday, November 28, from 3.30-4.30pm. Phone 9788 3367 to book. ST JOHN OF GOD FRANKSTON REHABILITATION HOSPITAL A: 255- 265 Cranbourne Rd, Frankston T: 9788 3333 W: www.sjog.org.au/Frankston Issue 93, AUGUST 2019

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The best hearing aid for you depends on your needs and lifestyle. At AAA Peninsula Hearing Aid Centre, Fiona and the team will discuss the main things to consider in hearing aids. Your hearing loss: Hearing loss is extremely individual. Maybe you have slightly reduced hearing in one ear, or you could have a severe hearing loss in both ears. This affects the type and size of hearing aids you can choose from. Hearing aid size and style: Hearing aids come in different styles, sizes and colours. From behind-the-ear to complete-in-canal styles that sit directly in your ear canal and are very discreet, they can come in different colours to match your skin tone or bright to match your personality. Features: You can get hearing aids that simply help improve your hearing, or you can get hearing aids that can adapt to your listening situations, stream TV sound directly . . . or even come with the latest real-time machine learning so you

can fine-tune your hearing yourself in the moment. Choose the hearing aids with features that would best complement your lifestyle. Power: Disposable batteries need to be replaced, so you may want to opt for rechargeable batteries. They are much easier to handle and you can use your hearing aids all day and simply charge them at night, like you do with your phone. Sound quality: Every hearing aid has its own unique sound. But the best way to decide which sound is right for you is to trial some hearing aids yourself. AAA Peninsula Hearing Aid Centre is a family-owned business that has been operating for more than 60 years in Frankston and is offering free trials in August. Make an appointment with Fiona and Taylah and they will be able to help you find the perfect hearing aid for you. AAA PENINSULA HEARING AID CENTRE A: 18 Davey St, Frankston T: 9783 7677

Global honour for our own special spa The hot springs team are overjoyed after Peninsula Hot Springs was named the Best Mineral Spring Spa in the world. In front of hundreds of spa industry professionals, the hugely popular Fingal tourist attraction took out the Luxury Mineral Spring Spa category at the World Luxury Spa Awards in St Petersburg, Russia, on July 6. The award results were based on nominations from spa guests, which were then reviewed by a panel of independent spa consultants from all over the world. Winners were judged on quality, innovation and service. “The past year has been extremely Issue 93, AUGUST 2019

special for Peninsula Hot Springs with the launch of our new Bath House Amphitheatre, and we are thrilled that our guests constantly recognise our facility as a world-class leader in the spa industry,” said Peninsula Hot Springs founder, chairman and creative director Charles Davidson. “We would like to thank every one of our guests that voted for us and we are so grateful that you put your trust in us to facilitate your wellness journey. We would also like to acknowledge our whole team of over 300 staff who deliver the experience we provide.” Peninsula Hot Springs spa manager Amber Genevieve said: “Peninsula Hot Springs offers a very unique menu of treatments and services that are inspired by our natural landscape and our country’s Indigenous heritage. The

newest treatment, the Dreamtime Stone Massage, was dreamt up in collaboration with Synthesis Organics and a Kurradji Indigenous medicine man, Mooks. Our constantly evolving spa menu is one of our strengths and a reason our guests return regularly.” Genevieve added: “I would also like to thank our wonderful therapists and staff for their dedication to consistently delivering a world-class experience to all our guests.” Peninsula Hot Springs also acknowledged and congratulated its sister spring, Maruia Hot Springs in New Zealand’s South Island, for taking out the Australia and Oceania award for Best Luxury Mineral Spring Spa and Luxury Eco Spa. To book an experience visit www. peninsulahotpsrings.com or call 5950 8777 www.morningtonpeninsulamagazine.com.au

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Aries: August sees an energy burst for the Rams of

Leo:

the Zodiac with the Sun and your ruling planet Mars in your fiery cousin Leo. It is time for some fun-filled and creative activities. Life often goes in cycles of beginnings and endings. Now you are poised to begin something new.

August is your time to shine. The planets are aligned in a way that encourages you to be your personal best. You now take centre stage in your life story. Imagine you are centre stage, ready to give a great speech or step into a heroic action. What is your next step?

Your home and hearth are highlighted this month. This may involve changes on the home front such as visitors arriving, young ones leaving home or a house move. On the other hand, you may start a project that boosts the emotional or financial value of your living quarters.

cosmos at the start of the month and gradually moves forward. Other planets are aligned in a way that also encourage you to stall for a little while. August is your month for some contemplation before moving forward either with changes or no changes.

Taurus:

Gemini:

August is your month for bright ideas. Your mind is more active than usual. It is possible that a lively activity is demanding your attention. If not then you need to keep your mind focused on positive thoughts. A new skill, hobby or course may be the way to go.

Cancer: So you survived the July eclipses and are

wondering what now? Security, financial and personal are the focus this month. Like the crab you may hunker down every now and then to help feel secure, but what does long-term security mean to you? And how can you create this for yourself?

Virgo: Your ruling planet Mercury is stationary in the

Libra: Friendship and support groups are highlighted

during August. There is a time to reap and a time to sow. Right now, you are reaping the rewards of all of the support that you have given other people. Your creative or artistic dreams are coming to fruition through your social networks.

Scorpio:

Your working life is centre stage this month. It is time to focus on work-related matters such as office politics, career goals, further study to enhance your profession etc. You need to meet all of your key performance indicators to achieve positive feedback and attention from anyone in authority.

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Sagittarius:

The Sun is shining on the 9th House of your Solar Chart, heralding a time of broadening your horizons. Sagittarians are adept at taking a broad, philosophical approach to life. This month you can further your skills especially when it comes to overseas connections and travel, academic study, sports and legalities.

Capricorn:

The Beatles classic Let It Be could be your theme song. Saturn, Pluto and the South Node continue to wend their way through your Zodiac Sign, dredging up matters from the past and loading on responsibilities. Hardly fair, is it, that the responsibilityladen goats have yet more duties to perform.

Aquarius:

Your primary partnership is the focus this month. This could be a personal or business union. If you are single then it is time to date, mate and relate. If you are already in a committed relationship then it is time to shine some light on your partnership.

Pisces: Your everyday life changes during August.

This could be a shake-up at work, or perhaps your daily transport route is undergoing a change. Whatever your personal scenario, the time has come to take a creative stance when it comes to mundane matters. It is time to pay attention to details.

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Banish winter’s chill with MerinoSnug Winter is well and truly here, and if you love warm, adaptable, easy-wearing, effortlessly fashionable knitwear, MerinoSnug is definitely for you. Proudly Australian owned, MerinoSnug’s range of merino wool clothing is created with Australia’s finest merino and is sustainably and ethically manufactured at a purpose-built factory outlet in Carrum Downs. From bale to retail, MerinoSnug is committed to connecting customers and woolgrowers by highlighting the origin of each of its garments, allowing customers to learn about the garment’s provenance. Each garment boasts a QR-enabled tag that showcases the woolgrowers who contributed to the making of the garment and the environment in which the wool was grown. The Carrum Downs factory outlet is open and currently has an end-of-season winter sale on to the public with a huge range of firsts, seconds and factory overrun discounted garments available for sale. MERINOSNUG A: 140 Colemans Rd, Carrum Downs T: 9786 1113 W: merinoandco.com.au

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Financial security for women a must

This is the reality. Women are the primary care-givers in Australia, so when we retire it’s with approximately half the superannuation that men finish their working lives with. This in itself is enough to sound financial alarm bells, but when you add in the fact that the full-time gender pay gap is 15.3 per cent (Workplace Gender Equality Agency Australian Government) and that women take time out to raise kids and often work part-time when returning to the workforce, then financial distress could be just around the corner. The business of being a working woman, mother and household genie has got whiskers on it. Women are told they can have it all and look fantastic while doing it to boot. Of course you have plenty of time to groom, exercise and eat the ideal organic diet for premium energy output, don’t you? Trying to be everything to everyone means something has to slide, and that can often be your relationship. If you do divorce as a middle-age woman, it’s unlikely you’ll remarry, while your 50-year-old-plus ex-partner will. According to 2001 Census data, 58.4 percent of men will remarry after 50 and only 41 per cent of women will get the chance. So what does all this statistical doom and gloom mean if you’re a woman? Money matters and so does financial freedom. If you’re not keen on the idea of being one of the 34 per cent of single women over 60 living in poverty (Australian Aging Agenda), then planning ahead

is crucial and that means trying to foresee things that may happen. Think domestic violence, mental or physical illness or separation. If you are going to take time out to have children then perhaps you’ll need to retrain before going back to work or work part-time from home to keep your foot in the door. Either way, being financially

independent is crucial to dodging a whole range of life’s unpredictable curve balls. Oh, and have a word to your daughters too. The younger they start thinking about the need to look after themselves financially, the better. LIZ ROGERS

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Future technologies for today’s home The latest in home automation and technology has arrived with the recent opening of Peninsula Technologies Centre in Mornington. The concept was the brainchild of local electrical expert James O’Halloran, who thought the Peninsula needed a professional space where you can see and experience the latest technologies for the home and oﬃce. The showroom has the latest in security cameras with impressive zoom and picture quality, home automation solutions, networking, the largest display of light switches and power points on the Peninsula, and everything you need for building, renovating or upgrading your home. As the area’s authorised Control 4 dealer, the showroom is full of amazing home automation solutions that enable you to control all of your home’s technology at the touch of a button. “The capabilities are endless for home automation these days,” James says. “We’re now able to set up a truly intelligent home that can be custom programmed to your exact preferences. Imagine being able to touch a button and have the blinds shut, the lights dim in the hallways, the lights outside turn on and the bedroom lights all dim and turn oﬀ. Or being able to not only monitor your security from your smartphone but communicate with the person at the other side of the doorbell in real time from anywhere in the th world!” If you’re interested in learning more about home automation, drop in and see the knowledgeable and helpful team at Peninsula Technologies Centre — it’s worth heading in to see the home theatre options alone! PENINSULA TECHNOLOGIES CENTRE A: 2 Elite Way, Mornington T: 0409 256 000 W: www.peninsulatechnologiescentre.com.au FB: peninsulatech

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Students’ growth brings joy to Cara Cara Mackenzie finds the most rewarding part of teaching to be watching her students develop — whether it’s their skills and knowledge expanding, their self-confidence blossoming, or seeing them interact during class time and support each other to achieve their individual goals. Cara has been an assessor and trainer at Nepean Industry Edge Training for more than three years and enjoys creating a nurturing environment in her Diploma of Early Childhood, Education and Care classes. She’s an education veteran, having worked in the sector from the age of 16. Through this journey she’s been given the chance to observe the progression of the industry, which has resulted in an overwhelming passion to make sure that educators who are coming through are of a high standard. Cara’s course is broken into two parts. The theory component entails two days in class, with homework assigned weekly as well. The second part consists

of practical placement, where students have the opportunity to put into practice the skills and knowledge they have learnt in the classroom. “The most rewarding part would be watching students grow in knowledge and confidence as they progress through the course,” Cara said. “It is incredibly rewarding to see students graduate and to hear they have successfully gained employment in an education and care service.” And finally, if anyone’s undecided whether or not this course is for them, Cara explains why they should pursue a career in Early Childhood, Education and Care. “Anyone wanting to make a real difference in the lives of children should enrol in an early childhood course. The first five years of a child’s life are fundamentally so important. The early childhood industry needs well-trained, knowledgeable educators who have a real passion for what they do.” KATE SEARS NEPEAN INDUSTRY EDGE TRAINING A: 405 Nepean Highway, Frankston T: 9770 1633 W: www.niet.com.au FB: NIETraining INSTA: niet_training E: info@niet.com.au

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Lily is on a mission. She’s been walking up and down Main St in Mornington since spring last year speaking to businesses about their straw use. She’s encouraging them to change to paper or metal straws, or to simply remove straws from their venues completely. There’s been such a positive response that this environmental warrior, at just 11 years old, has been named the Young Community Ambassador for the Dolphin Institute. Her passion originated from a day at the beach with her father and sister. Lily noticed the large amount of plastic rubbish and disliked it intensely. And just like that, she wanted to make a change. Since then, she’s been working with the Dolphin Institute behind the scenes to not only keep our Peninsula clean, but to work towards protecting the marine life from our litter pollution. You just know she’s going places when the level-headed and mature preteen states: “Whenever I’m down at the beach I like to pick up rubbish, and I’d really love my friends to join in.” Lily’s mother Eileen and father Andreas could not be more proud of their daughter’s passion as she strives to make Main St straw-free and speaks at meetings held by the Dolphin Institute about her mission. “It’s going really well,” said Lily. “More and more shops are using paper or metal straws, or even no straws at all. We’ve just been visiting each store and talking to them

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about what they use. Many have been interested in changing.” So what’s the next goal for this determined youngster? “We want all of the shops to stop using straws. And then the Dolphin Institute and I will speak to the suppliers of the straws and ask them to stop making plastic ones, and make paper straws instead. Dolphins and all marine creatures are eating plastic straws and getting sick. They are polluting the planet and we can make a difference if we just stop.” Lily’s a water-baby through and through, and when she’s not attending Year 5 at Mornington Park Primary School in the alternative learning section, Steiner, she’s surfing, snorkelling or stand up paddle boarding. She’s always in the water, and a highlight of hers was swimming with seals and stingrays, so of course swimming with dolphins is next on the agenda. Sea Shepherd and the Dolphin Institute serve as inspiration for the budding wildlife warrior, who hopes to become a marine biologist when she grows up. “My message is that if we started it, we can end it. If everyone picks up just one piece of rubbish off the beach, it would make a difference. It’d be amazing. Every little bit counts.” KATE SEARS Issue 93, AUGUST 2019

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Humour plays a big part in publishing kids’ books Robert Favretto knows kids. What makes them laugh. How to give them a nudge in the right direction. How to get their imaginations soaring. This Safety Beach children’s book author was first published in 2006, although he’d been putting pen to paper for 10 years before that. He explains: “It’s a hard game to get into. I’m a primary school teacher by trade and have been doing it for 36 years. A friend convinced me to enter the Victorian School News Tickler of a Teacher Tale competition and I won, so I thought I’d keep writing. I had so many rejections, but I completed an online Diploma of Professional Children’s Writing and kept at it.” Robert spent 17 years as a full-time teacher at Dromana Primary School before retiring in 2017. He’s had several books published to date and is just about to release another, titled Gorski’s Bitemare, which will be published by independent publisher Ford Street Publishing in Melbourne. He continues: “The main character in my latest book is a bat who gets bitten instead of biting someone else and undergoes a change. All my books have a message which is delivered

through humour. Lost for Words is about a boy who is a spelling champion. On the eve of a big competition, he bumps his head and forgets how to spell. The stories are fast-paced, which is important if you want to keep children — especially boys — reading. Kids always respond well to funny jokes and a play on words too. That’s why writers like Paul Jennings and Andy Griffiths are so popular. I do a lot of author visits and writing workshops for primary school-aged children in between trying to stick to book-writing deadlines as well.” For this 60-year-old author and casual relief teacher, the future looks full of jokes, yarns and then more yarns to boot. Robert’s already working on a collection of short stories about the funny things that happen inside a classroom. He also has plans to go travelling with his wife, Lynda, and spend more time with his two stepchildren, Lisa and Chris, and his son, Roby. He concludes: “My next book, Morphing Murphy, is about change, adaption and resilience. That’s what kids respond to. Just like those great stories by Enid Blyton and Roald Dahl, which I love. I try to combine these themes with a fantasy twist and lots of humour. It seems to be working so far.” Sure is. Funny that. LIZ ROGERS

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National Science Week is on again this month, from Saturday, August 10, to Sunday, August 18. There’s loads of ways to get involved in this Australian Government initiative that’s one of Australia’s largest festivals. It’s Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology and thousands of individuals from students to scientists to chefs and musicians all get involved by taking part in more than 1000 science events across the nation. It’s really designed for everyone; it’s not restricted to schools and universities. There will be events, activities, talks, festivals, demonstrations,

forums, walks, performances, open days and shows for every age group. This initiative provides an opportunity to acknowledge the contributions of Australian scientists to the world of knowledge. It also aims to encourage an interest in science pursuits among the general public, and to encourage the younger generation to become fascinated by the world in which we live. This year’s school theme is Destination Moon: More Missions, More Science. Teachers can access materials at www.scienceweek.net.au to bring into the classroom so everyone can discover past missions to the moon and space programs that have solved some of our seemingly

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unsolvable problems, as well as current and future space programs, missions and operations. To find public events in your area, visit the Event Diary at www.scienceweek.net.au or download the National Science Week app for Android or IOS.

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Q&A WITH NASA SCIENTIST, DARLENE LIM Renowned NASA geobiologist Dr Darlene Lim will talk about her research in extreme earth environments and participate in a live Q&A. Dr Lim leads several research programs focused on blending field science research with the development of capabilities and concepts for future human spaceflight into deep space and Mars.

ART-SCIENCE EXHIBITION The ‘Mission Control’ exhibition will run at the Coolart Homestead, featuring artworks from research students at Swinburne’s Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing, and artists from Mount Burnett Observatory.

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pictured, to learn about life in extreme Earth habitats and beyond, as well as enjoy science presentations, tours of the reserve and fun hands-on science activities. Leading up to the event, the art-science exhibition Mission Control is on at Coolart Homestead until August 17. Engaging the mind, imagination and the senses with inspirational art, Mission Control is flavoured with nostalgia, pinpointing a time when a footstep made history. For more information, visit the Facebook page @scienceintheparkcoolart/events/

ECO TOURS AND HANDS-ON SCIENCE ACTIVITIES A number of local science organisations will be there too − including Parks Victoria, EPA Victoria and Birdlife Mornington Peninsula − sharing information on their latest projects.

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EVERY WEDNESDAY Main St, Mornington: 9am-3pm between Cromwell and Albert streets.

Village Green 7am-2pm Mt Martha South Beach Market: 10am-3pm, free, Mount Martha House lawn, 466 Esplanade, Mount Martha

Rd, Pearcedale Sorrento Makers Market: 9am-2pm, no entry fee, Ocean Beach Rd.

EVERY THURSDAY High St, Hastings: 9-1pm; 40+ stalls; everything homemade, home grown & craft. Plaza Palooza: 9am-4pm, Langwarrin Plaza, Langwarrin

SATURDAY AUGUST 10 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. Somerville Saturday Market: Second Saturday of month, 9am-1pm; crafts, bric-a-brac, cakes, plants and vegies; 2a Eramosa Rd West, Somerville.

SUNDAY AUGUST 18 Seaford Farmers’: Third Sunday every month, 8am-1pm, Broughton St Reserve, Station St, Seaford Seaford Handmade Homemade: Third Sunday of month, 10am-3pm, Seaford Scout Hall, Seaford

EVERY SUNDAY Bittern Community: Bittern station, Frankston-Flinders Rd, Bittern. Over 80 stalls selling new and used goods, crafts, plants, fruit and vegetables. Frankston: 8am-1pm, Sherlock & Hay carpark, Young St, Frankston. SATURDAY AUGUST 3 Redhill Community Market: First Saturday of month, 266 Arthurs Seat Rd, Red Hill 8am-1pm Rosebud West Outdoor Market: First Saturday of month 8.30am-12.30pm; Eastbourne Primary School, Allambie Ave, Rosebud West. Rye Foreshore Rotary Market: First Saturday of month, runs all year, opposite Rye Post Office at end of Lyons St, 2257-2319 Point Nepean Rd, Rye, 7am-1pm. SUNDAY AUGUST 4 Rosebud Lions Club: First Sunday of month, Rosebud

SUNDAY AUGUST 11 Bonbeach Farmers’ Market: Second Sunday of month, 8.30am-12.30pm, Bonbeach Primary Mornington Racecourse Craft: Second Sunday of month, Racecourse Rd 9am-2pm. Over 300 stalls with animal farm and face painting for the kids. SATURDAY AUGUST 17 Boneo Community: Third Saturday of month, cnr Boneo & Limestone roads. Frankston Makers Market: Third Saturday of each month, 10am-3pm, Young Street, Frankston Pearcedale Farmers Market: Third Saturday of the month, 8am-1pm, Pearcedale Community Centre, Baxter-Tooradin

SUNDAY AUGUST 25 Mt Eliza Farmers’: Fourth Sunday of month, Mt Eliza Village Green, 9am-1pm SATURDAY AUGUST 31 Rosebud Trash N Treasure Market: Fifth Saturday of the month, Rosebud Primary School, 7.30am til noon

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Craft Markets Australia a family affair

Craft Markets Australia is committed to a simple philosophy: providing high-quality market experiences in some of Victoria’s most beautiful locations. Craft Markets Australia has been bringing communities together over well-made, homegrown and locally produced items for more than four decades now. Over that time, Craft Markets Australia has developed a network of producers, crafters, growers and patrons, each of whom looks forward to their next meeting. From the very tip of the Mornington Peninsula in historic Point Nepean to the rolling hills of Gippsland in Lardner Park, the majestic peaks and valleys at Yarra Glen, the bustling hub of Mornington Racecourse, and of course Craft Markets Australia’s flagship event, the Red Hill Community Market — now a tourist attraction in its own right — as well as many more, Craft Markets Australia ensures its markets aren’t just another shopping trip: they’re a family day out, a chance to connect with local and regional makers, to explore a new part of the world, and indulge in a more sustainable circle of consumption. Craft Markets Australia is all about high quality — the freshest, the most creative, the best made and the most unique. Craft Markets Australia sellers are in agreement, which is why that’s what you’ll find beneath their marquees. As a family-run company, Craft Markets Australia prides itself on bringing you experiences that people of all ages can enjoy. Along with its extended family of community volunteers, makers and producers, Craft Markets Australia looks forward to welcoming you to one of its scenic markets soon.

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A little pot of gold in the kitchen By now you would have noticed curcumin popping up in your supplement stores and chemist’s. It’s by no means a new food, but its beneficial properties have been gaining momentum of late — think turmeric lattes but with more gusto. Curcumin is a bright yellow chemical produced by curcuma longa plants. Turmeric contains many plant substances, but one group — curcuminoids — has the greatest health-promoting effects. Three notable curcuminoids are curcumin, desmethoxycurcumin and bisdemethoxycurcumin. Of these, curcumin is the most active and most beneficial to health, and as the principal active curcuminoid of turmeric — a member of the ginger family zingiberaceae — curcumin is growing in popularity. It also represents about 2-8 per cent of most turmeric preparations and gives turmeric its distinctive colour and flavour. Turmeric is often found in food colouring, food flavouring, cosmetics, and as a herbal supplement. The anti-rheumatic and anti-arthritic effects of curcumin may help provide temporary relief from the pain and inflammation associated with arthritic conditions. Curcumin supplementation may reduce pain, joint stiffness, mobility support, and decrease swelling. It’s traditionally used in Western herbal medicine to relieve digestive discomfort and it’s one of nature’s best-known herbs against inflammation. Curcumin may help support normal healthy brain physiology and function, and may even support a healthy cardiovascular system by encouraging the normal oxidation of lipoproteins. It’s also said to possibly have effects on wound-healing due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities. As with any supplement and new medication, it’s best to check with your doctor first.

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It’s easy being green

Miss Green’s colourful vegetarian dishes, vibrant smoothies and tasty salad bar options have generated a passionate following in Red Hill and beyond. Miss Green Red Hill has been serving up fresh salads made on site daily, like the popular peanut noodle and Moroccan spiced cauliflower salad. However, in April, Connor Sahely and Maddie Rotar took over the reins from Adam and Michelle, of Johnny Ripe Pastries, where Maddie had worked for five years. They’ve continued to serve up the rainbow with gusto ever since.

At just 19 and 20 years old respectively, Maddie and Connor certainly know how to delight the tastebuds of their customers. The salads on offer change seasonally, and customers can build their own salad bowl to create their own delicious combination. While you’re there, pick up a cold-pressed juice or smoothie to go with your bowl of goodness. Locally made muffins, homemade dips and chilli, nachos, avocado and mushroom pesto toast offer hearty winter warmers — not to mention a nourishing soup of the day and fresh homemade vegetable pasties made daily — in addition to a sweet treat of homemade cashew cream and baked pears. Their wholefood menu is vegan; however, coffee options include cow’s milk. Incidentally, their coffee of choice is Little Rebel Coffee, and customers are offered a

50c discount if they bring their own cup. With the whole menu designed to be taken away in bio-packaging, it’s perfect for those hectic days. Or sit back on the benches next to the vivid mural by Mornington Peninsula artist Meredith Gaston. With gluten-free and refined sugar-free options, you won’t want to miss this up-and-coming health food café. Maddie never stops inventing, so you’re sure to discover a different item on the menu every two weeks, and with a new menu predicted to be released in spring, this foodie destination will become your new local. KATE SEARS MISS GREEN RED HILL A: 1/1016 Mornington-Flinders Rd, Red Hill FB: missgreenredhill INSTA: missgreenredhill

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Shane Mahon and Tammy Gunn

The Good Food Bakery, Shop 4, 209 Mornington-Tyabb Rd, Mornington What inspired you to launch a glutenfree bakery café? Tammy: Shane had decided to semi-retire and maybe get a hobby farm in regional Victoria. But the universe just wouldn’t let it happen. Over the Christmas period in 2018 we stopped to reflect on the year and what would be next for us. Just eight weeks later we had signed a lease for the shop. It wasn’t a difficult decision. We figured Shane could do the cooking side and I could do the marketing and front-ofhouse side. We were inspired by my niece, Ebony, who is a coeliac. Shane was up for a challenge so we thought, ‘Let’s make the bakery gluten-free’. We understand the cross-contamination issues and we were passionate that the baked goods had to taste as good or better than their gluten counterparts. Our baked donuts for example are really different — they’re like a cross between a donut and a cake. They’re one of a kind, something you wouldn’t get in a normal bakery, but something you’d enjoy in a speciality bakery.

What’s your go-to trend to serve up that customers are loving? Tammy: Our vanilla slice, oven-baked donuts, chocolate eclairs and in-house pies, pastries, and sausage rolls are sellouts. The chicken avocado wraps and sausage rolls regularly sell out too. After only two weeks we needed new staff and another pastry chef. We had one customer take a whole tray of curry steak pies back on the Spirit of Tasmania to his home after he tasted one. He said that it was the best pie that he’d ever tasted. We started with three pies; we now have 13. The pastry is dairy-free too for those with other intolerances. What can customers expect from your menu? Shane: We don’t have a set menu; it changes daily. I create new little inventions all of the time. I focus on fresh baked goods so that there’s so much choice and it’s all gluten-free, from pies and pastries to sandwiches and sweet treats. Normally, people with coeliac disease or a gluten intolerance have a tiny selection to choose

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from, and here we have the whole store. We’ve had people in tears hugging Tammy when they hear that the whole place is gluten-free. We’re just normal people. It’s more than just making money; we’re here to make people feel good. Is it challenging cooking with glutenfree flours and making sure there’s no cross-contamination? Shane: We just make sure that we scrutinise every ingredient. We check it all, from cinnamon to dried fruit. Working with gluten-free flours was difficult at the start, but not now. I’ve worked it out. Like everything in life, you work it out. It’s not easy but you do it. I make the best product I can.

What is your style in the kitchen? Tammy: He doesn’t stop. He’s very hardworking, and he’s a wizard in the kitchen. His style is ‘Shane Style’ and no one else’s. He’s always happy to chat to customers and answer their questions. Shane: The kitchen is my domain. What do you enjoy doing in your spare time? Shane: It used to be the gym, but not anymore. My gym’s here. I do like to take my American staffy for 5km walks and watch Collingwood play on the telly next to the open fire.

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What do you love most about what you do? Shane: I like seeing customers happy with my products. When I see a big smile on their faces I know they’re happy with it and that they’ll come back. I also like customers to come and talk to me if there is a problem. It’s not rocket science. When you’ve been in the business so long you know what the customer needs and wants. But going gluten-free was a whole new dynamic. It became interesting. Cooking dairy-free enhanced my skills too. It’s important to understand everyone’s needs these days. I had cooked glutenfree before but never at this capacity. Any advice for aspiring pastry chefs? Shane: The sky is the limit. Don’t stop learning. You can never stop learning. You also have to have passion. KATE SEARS

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Georgie Bass head chef tastes success again The heat is rising in the kitchen at Georgie Bass Café & Cookery in Flinders after head chef Michael Cole was named the 2019 Australian Professional Chef of the Year. It was a lucky last-minute entry that saw this awardwinning chef win the prestigious title and take home cash and valuable prizes. Michael was under pressure to perform not only because he won the title in 2017, but also because he was Australia’s representative in this year’s Bocuse d’Or global culinary contest. Michael didn’t waiver in winning his first heat, then the semi-final and on to the grand final ahead of 32 other finalists.

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Michael Cole is the 2019 Australian Professional Chef of the Year. Photo by Sydney Low “I couldn’t be happier,” said Michael. “I really wanted to test myself and see how far I had come since I won Chef of the Year in 2017. I think it’s a great way to benchmark myself against the best of the best in this industry, and competing inspires me to be more creative and disciplined.” Georgie Bass Café & Cookery is renowned for its top-quality cooking classes that run every Saturday and are limited to 11 participants, ensuring everyone receives personalised tuition from a team of industry-leading chefs. Alternatively, gather your friends, family or corporate colleagues for an event to remember in the café’s purpose-built Miele kitchen as your private group has a sensational sensory

experience full of tastes that will delight and skills to replicate at home. In the café it’s all about offering fresh, local and seasonal produce, using the best ingredients from regional farmers, producers and fish suppliers in simple yet delicious dishes. Offering breakfast and lunch dishes daily, it’s paddock-to-plate in this modern venue opposite the Flinders Hotel. GEORGIE BASS CAFÉ & COOKERY A: 30 Cook St, Flinders T: 5989 0031 Open: 7am-2pm daily W: georgiebass.com.au INSTA: georgiebasscafe

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Bring on the brilliant buffet selection Looking for a place where the food is great and the price is just right? Then head down to The New Atrium in Safety Beach for an all-you-can-eat buffet brimming with first-class flavour. The New Atrium is well-known for providing Safety Beach residents with a scrumptious assortment of dining alternatives and entertainment. With the recent launch of the brilliant buffet selection offering something for everyone, including seniors, adults and the kids, this friendly and modern eatery mixes it up once again with a wide selection of dishes for meateaters and vegetarians alike. Open for quick and delicious dining on Thursdays from 5pm until 8pm and on Sundays from 2pm until 7.30pm, The New Atriumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all-you-can-eat buffet is ideal for late-in-the-week family dining or a relaxed Sunday soiree with out-of-towners or friends from around the corner. Adults dine for $25, seniors for $20, kids under 12 for $10 and little ones under three eat for free. Bring it on! THE NEW ATRIUM RESTAURANT AND FUNCTION CENTRE A: 10 Country Club Drive, Safety Beach T: 5981 8123 W: www.thenewatrium.com.au FB: thenewatrium

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For those of you in the depth of despair because it’s dark outside, today is a good day to remember that some places have much harsher, darker winters; stew is comfort food that deserves red wine; and Kalsarikännit (Kawl-SAW-ree-KAHNeet) . . . huh? The last one? Well, it’s Finnish for ‘underwear drunk’ — or more precisely, drinking wine at home by yourself in your underpants. And because Finland is regarded as having the best education in the world as well as being ranked the happiest country in the world, who are we to argue with super-smart, super-happy people? Here are some winterwarming wines for home this winter:

100 Hunts Mornington Shiraz Mornington Peninsula 2016$25 Joe Vaughan has been growing top-quality grapes for most of the big names for as long as we can remember. That’s 1996, apparently, the year Dolly the sheep was cloned as his vineyard went in. Shiraz? Mornington? Well, those of us who live here know that north-facing (Tuerong) sites are pretty warm. This oozes silky black fruit and spice, but with that classic refreshing MP acidity backbone that adds crunch and keeps you coming back for more. Issue 93, AUGUST 2019

Crittenden Estate Pinot Noir The Zumma Mornington Peninsula 2016 $57 Wines made by the formidable Rollo Crittenden are all about the Burgundian ideal of restraint and elegance but with dashing power and concentration. Think cherries and berries all rolled up with silky cigar box tannins and taut focused length. It drinks really well right now but will reward those with enough patience to wait — which is probably not many of you.

Brothers McLean Bràithrean’ Cordon Cut Viognier Mornington Peninsula 2016 $42 Surprise and delight with this sweet local sensation. It’s a gold medal winner at the MP show and made by all-round good guys Peter and Alex McLean, who of course are brothers. It’s a perfect match for your late-night cheese platter or just to give you a shot of sugar and life so you can keep going after a great winter meal.

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Jetty Road Brewery, beer, local produce and friends “Beer-brewing. Local produce. Wide open space and plenty of it. If it isn’t the industrial kick-your-heels-up concrete floors, copper lighting or ceilings that reach for the sky that pull you in, it will be the sense of immediate connection with Dromana’s ‘old-skool’ sensibilities and the down-to-earth friendliness that Jetty Road Brewery delivers.” This is how Liz Rogers introduced you to Jetty Road Brewery in our first issue of Eat.Drink. Jetty Road has gone from strength to strength since opening. They started with one beer — their Pale Ale — on tap; they now have 15 beers on tap! Today the place is kicking. Here it is all about the beer, but it is certainly also about the food. A recent update of their entire menu sees a grazing menu and mains that are designed for sharing. We popped in on a recent rainy, windy Wednesday to see the place filled with locals, all enjoying great food and drinks in a toasty environment. We started with house-made dips served with crusty local bread and a paddle of beers. The paddle included Choc Vanilla Stout, which tasted like Easter — all rich and chocolatey — then Dark Vader, with a play on words from its release date of May 4. This was an excellent dark lager. The Berry Gose Sour was fruity and refreshing. According to our host: “Women

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love this one.” I generally don’t drink beer, but I did have a favourite on this paddle. It was called G & T and yes, it does contain gin. This was a refreshing beer, perfect for summer or a start to your meal. The dips went so well with the beers. Our crispy calamari fritti came out next. It was served with smoked heirloom tomato, pickled fennel and rocket salad. Delicious! Next we shared the Middle Eastern spiced lamb shoulder for four. OMG, this was awesome! Delicious spiced lamb literally fell apart when we carved it, and it was served with sides of char-grilled corn with a chipotte mayo and grated pecorina cheese; herb-roasted carrots with sesame salt; beer-battered chips; and an oven-baked pumpkin and spinach salad with feta, pine nuts and a balsamic reduction. My lips are watering remembering this main course. It will set you back $98 — but remember, that’s between four of you. So amber fluid aficionados, come to Jetty Road Brewery to relax, reinvigorate and have a corker of a time while doing it. It’s all about the beer and making sure everyone revels in the atmosphere that is fuelled by the love of local community and harvest, having a top-notch gettogether and then coming back for more. This is the place where Australian public barbecue-maker Christies used to pump out Aussie grills to the rest of the nation, and you can still feel the grind of innovation and production within these four very tall walls where celebration is the main game.

The team at Jetty Road Brewery dedicate themselves to producing beer and food that never lets you down in the flavour or satisfaction departments. Whether you’re hunkering down by the Jetty Road Brewery fireside with the fresh sea breeze blowing across the bay or spilling into the beer garden surrounded by apple crates, festoon lighting and gorgeous sunsets throughout the summer months, a Jetty Road Brewery experience comes packed with vitality and spontaneity. Generations of humans meet and merge to discover new friendships they never knew existed because everyone is welcome at Jetty Road Brewery. Butcher block devotees can sample tender lamb, beef and chicken perfection complemented by a range of fresh-is-best seasonal vegetables and sauces. If you’re more of a pescatarian at heart, calamari and fresh fish choices deliver, while vegan and vegetarian options rotate regularly. Jetty Road Brewery beer is available at outlets throughout Victoria, but the sense of belonging to a community forged by a respect for native produce and its people can only be found down south where the good life grows. LISA WALTON JETTY ROAD BREWERY A: 12-14 Brasser Ave, Dromana T: 5987 2802 W: jettyroad.com.au FB: jettyroadbrewery INSTA: jettyroadbrewery

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IT’S TIME FOR HIGH TEA It’s time to relax, indulge and share the classic tradition of high tea at Woodman Estate. and cream, luscious slices, decadent cakes and desserts, with tea, coffee, espresso and hot chocolates. Of course, there’s no need to save room for dinner! S I G N AT U R E H I G H T E A – W E D N E S D A Y T O S U N D A Y

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Ritchies bakery takes the cake Ritchies’ Dromana supermarket is the toast of the town after taking out the Bakery Department of the Year award at the IGA Awards of Excellence on the Gold Coast last month. Judges said of the bakery: “The bakery department at Dromana offers a wide variety of fresh, high-quality baked goods, including an exceptional range of artisan breads. The store also boasts an outstanding range of mini specialty cream cakes, specialty slices and macaroons and one of the nation’s most impressive ranges of gluten-free products.” Ritchies’ win was one of two for Victorian IGA supermarkets — Boccaccio in Balwyn won the Delicatessen Department of the Year. The awards were

judged on a range of criteria, including customer service, community pride, department excellence, brand values, sales, profits, merchandising and the store’s overall performance. Scott Marshall, the Metcash chief executive of supermarkets, said: “We’ve been blown away by the quality of entries this year and the Victorian winners are no exception. These stores have not only delivered phenomenal experiences to the shoppers who come through their doors, but also go over and above for the benefit of their local community and the independent retail grocery industry.” The awards recognise and celebrate the achievements of independent retailers across the country — not only the IGA stores that are an integral part of their communities, but also the teams who work in the stores to put the heart and soul back into shopping and set the benchmark for other IGA supermarkets across the retail network.

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Fancy a cold one? Hands up who loves a beer. Well, if you’re an amber ale aficionado then the good news is August 2 is International Beer Day, so you’ve got every excuse to raise your glass. As if you need one, right?

International Beer Day was founded in 2007 in the US by Jesse Avshalomov and falls on the first Friday of every August. Since its inception in Santa Cruz, California, it has become a world-wide ‘brew-tastic’ phenomenon that now includes 80 countries willing to down a delicious yeast-infused bevvy with friends and family in celebration of all its fermented fabulousness. Whether you’re ready to sample a beer from overseas or a Mornington Peninsula independent brew, International Beer Day is a great excuse to buy each other a drink and try something new — after an old favourite, of course! The Brewers Association of Australia released a statement in May, saying: “From grain to glass, Aussie beer is a huge supplier of local jobs, a major economic driver and a serious revenue-raiser for government. The economic analysis by ACIL Allen Consulting for the Brewers Association of Australia shows that 84 per cent of all beer sold in Australia is made by Australians, that domestic production supports almost 103,000 full-time Australian jobs and generates $16.5 billion a year in economic activity.” Now that’s a lot of starch-broken-down-to-sugar money-making action. Australia is home to about 600 independent or craft beer breweries, and more 9.1 million Aussies celebrate the end of the week with a cold one. They crack a can, twist off a cap, suck on a schooner or pick up a pint to commemorate a special event or person, or to just relax away the working week. Where will you be on Friday, August 2, to unite with beer-lovers across the globe? Wherever you are, have one for me. Bottoms up! LIZ ROGERS

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Flex that burger grip and bring your appetite. This month, Frankston City Council is encouraging venues to heat up their kitchens for its inaugural winter promotion campaign Burger Off — and you’re invited to be part of the battle of the burgers. The Council’s burger-loving team has secured more than 30 restaurants and cafes across Greater Frankston that have created a mouthwatering burger menu for you to discover and devour. So resist the urge to get food delivered, and get out and join the burger movement. From 1-31 August, you can check the menu of those venues involved, choose the burger that suits you, taste it, and vote. And repeat! Because why wouldn’t you want to try them all? Anyone who purchases an eligible burger during the promotion period can register and vote between now and 8 September, so those who are still in their burger coma after the event ends have got an extra week to vote. There’s even an incentive for the voters, besides indulging on limited edition juicy burgers. Throughout the campaign there will be random voter prizes and an Instagram photography contest where you can win vouchers to attend participating restaurants and cafes. So make sure you are getting social with your burger journey and tag @burgeroff_frankston and use #EnjoyEveryBurger to be in the running to win. The burger with the highest score at the end of voting will be crowned Frankston City’s best — so all the power is in your hands . . . and mouth. Visit burgeroff.com.au to browse the menu and follow the event on Facebook for regular updates or visit Instagram @burgeroff_frankston. Once you’ve tasted a burger, simply register on the website and follow the instructions to vote and rate your burger.

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property home garden History. Mount Martha House has it in spades. Behind its weatherboard Federation Queen Anne façade and door-lined corridors leading to a wealth of wondrous story, this grand old dame has real class. Built in 1889-90 on the Mount Martha Estate subdivision and now the stomping ground for families, friends and community groups strengthening the ties that bind, the building was designed by well-known Melbourne architects Tappin, Gilbert and Dennehy. It is now owned and managed by the Mornington Peninsula Shire. History buff, founder and manager of the Mount Martha House Historical Collection Gill Gordon, pictured, took Mornington Peninsula Magazine on a riveting tour of this gorgeous piece of historical real estate and we lived to tell the tale. “Yes, there are stories of ghosts ‘living’ here and things moving around, but Mount Martha House is so much more than that,” says Gill. “Over the years the building has had multiple uses. From its hotel beginnings to being used as a semi-private country club, training school for the RAAF and a WRAAC barrack, it’s seen a lot. There were around 100 rooms when it opened in 189091 (although some reports say it opened in 1889) and

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the first season was so popular there were another 25 rooms built soon after. “Owned by businessman Robert Watson from the Mount Martha Estate Property Company, Mount Martha House — then known as Mount Martha Hotel and Coffee Palace — was probably built in response to the temperance movement. It was a place of alcohol-free entertainment but it went bust after just 12 months. American circus performer William Trainor/Traynor was the first manager when it opened and he loved to play billiards. Colonial wine and billiard table licences were granted to the second proprietor, a Miss or Mr Mayes.” There were many owners of Mount Martha House before it became a community centre in 1979 after the Mornington Peninsula Shire purchased it for educational purposes. At the turn of the last century, people would board ferries in Melbourne and pile into Rourke’s wagonettes at the Royal Hotel in Mornington once they had landed on solid ground to make their way to this treasured holiday spot. There were very few roads and lots of bushland back then, so fires were a common occurrence. One fire was started from the sparks of a copper out the back of the building. Another caused visitors to pile their luggage and bikes on to the road and run to the beach for shelter. Gill continues: “Women bathed at South Beach back then, while men swam on the other side of Watsons Rd.

There was a windmill on South Beach too that provided fresh water to the visitors. In 1942, the house became the first RAAF officers’ training school and was known as the command centre from then onwards. There was force training on the beach, while the whole region from Craigie Rd to Hearn Rd and Nepean Highway to the beach was closed off. Eleanor Roosevelt came to visit her troops at Mount Martha House twice during World War II while staying at a private house on the Esplanade. The Women’s Royal Australian Army Corp purchased it in 1950 and that’s when more stories started to circulate.” There used to be five huts out the back of Mount Martha House where the WRAAC girls stayed. Apparently there were many windows sliding up and down with girls and boys coming in and out. Room five was set alight ‘on purpose’ so the new CFA fire truck and the men who were operating it would have to come for a visit too. “There were many high jinks. The girls used to hang their underwear on the line and the boys would fly it up the flagpole,” laughs Gill. “There are so many wonderful stories about the house and region and that’s what motivates us — the volunteers at the Mount Martha House Historical Collection — to keep finding out more. We catalogue historical memorabilia and archives and are constantly researching. We also have a replica WRAAC bedroom display, offer history tours upon request and provide a historic audio trail.” Whether or not Henry the ghost keeps an eye on the place like some believe, Mount Martha House is brimming with life, laughter and special memories made for future generations to enjoy. Visit this special place filled with historical significance soon. Tours, including a visit to the onsite model railway, are on the last Wednesday of the month at 11am. Find out more at www.mountmarthahouse.com.au LIZ ROGERS

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Queenscliff-Sorrento ferry. Just 1km (approx) to the heart of Ocean Beach Rd, both blocks place retail therapy, weekend brunches and fine food and wine a casual summer’s walk or a short drive away. Escape the hustle and bustle to a location promising days spent rock pool hopping and foreshore walking amongst the beautiful natural landscape of Sorrento. New beginnings on Sorrento Back Beach await. HARCOURTS CENTRAL T: 1300 503 000 FB: harcourtscentral3199 INSTA: harcourts_central

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We have more than 30 years of experience in designing and construction, and we offer innovative and diverse solutions for your next project, big or small. We source beautiful tiles and handcrafted homewares from around the world. We have stunning unique pieces arriving constantly. We use genuine materials in our products, such as iron, brass and copper. We can provide more than beautiful, unique tiles: • Reclaimed timber vanities with Blum fittings; locally made • Handles — architectural decorative hardware by JOLIE; handcrafted superior quality • Kitchen and bath tapware and accessories from Faucet Strommen; Australian made, 17 finishes • Custom-made concrete baths, basins

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Design excellence on the Peninsula and beyond Since its inception on the Mornington Peninsula more than 30 years ago, Graham Jones Design has become one of the most prolific design offices of high-quality awardwinning residences in Australia. GJD is passionate about connecting with the community, practising strong working relationships with builders, consultants and of course its clients throughout the Peninsula region and beyond. It’s about providing a touch of excellence for every home GJD designs. A commitment to creating unique, functional, sustainable, contemporary design has seen GJD earn more than 100 industry awards, including the prestigious BDAV Design of the Year Award for a project right in the heart of the Peninsula. “Our homes celebrate design, but also improve and enhance our clients’ lives,” director Jarrett Drake said. “Clean lines with flowing, lightfilled spaces are core to our beliefs, but the unmovable smile of a client who has seen their dreams brought to life is what keeps us believing in what we do.” GJD’s approachable and friendly team will provide the utmost professional direction and guidance throughout your project. To have a chat about all things building design, phone 0477 394 864 or email reception@grahamjonesdesign.com.au GRAHAM JONES DESIGN T: 0477 394 864 W: www.grahamjonesdesign.com.au FB: grahamjonesdesignAUS INSTA: grahamjonesdesign

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DC+B’s shutters are an ideal choice for thermal insulation — open the blades to stream light into rooms and close to insulate — offering you a more energyefficient home all year round. Installing shutters across your home’s front windows can also make a huge impact on your home’s kerb appeal, not to mention the added sound insulation from outside road and traffic noise. DC+B’s shutters are the most premium design on the market, ensuring a more durable and longer-lasting shutter for your home. This includes an elliptical blade design, which increases the blade closure for privacy, light control and to assist with less build-up of dust. DC+B’s PVC shutters are UV, water and moisture-resistant, making them perfect

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Comfort, quality and design with an environmental commitment IMG is a Norwegian-based company that prides itself on creating beautiful furniture with an emphasis on comfort, functionality, quality and design innovation. The company’s design team ensures all IMG furniture is state-of-the-art, drawing inspiration from years of Scandinavian leadership. With a strong focus on quality control and quality assurance, IMG’s vertically integrated production facilities in Vietnam and Thailand produce all IMG products sold in Australia and worldwide, while the newly commissioned factory in Lithuania focuses on servicing the European IMG market. You can find a refined yet practical design from IMG for every room in your home. The Nordic range is an example of IMG quality and value for money. It showcases all IMG has to offer in a chair: a reclining mechanism with frictionless adjustment; 360-degree swivel for effortless movement; adjustable headrest for ultimate head and neck support; and a free-standing footstool with an angled top for optimal leg support and better blood circulation. Designed from the inside out, the cold-cured foam cushioning encases the interior steel frame and zigzag springs, allowing for body-friendly curvatures to be covered with glove-fitted upholstery. Every element of the chair’s design has been researched and engineered with a focus on both quality and comfort backed by a 10-year warranty on frame and moulded foam cushions. IMG is not only committed to its customers but also to the environment on both a local and global scale. High-quality sustainable materials are carefully selected to ensure they stand the test of time and continuously deliver the utmost comfort and support synonymous with the IMG name. All manufacturing practices are closely monitored to ensure they create a healthier world for future generations — this is the IMG difference and the very core of IMG Comfort. To truly discover what makes IMG furniture so special, please visit one of the IMG retailers. For further information about IMG furniture, please call 1300 IMG NORWAY or visit www.imgcomfort.com.au IMG AUSTRALIA W: www.imgcomfort.com.au FB: IMGcomfort INSTA: imgcomfort

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Plush offer will take your breath away Right now at Plush, you can get a sofa, modular, armchair or ottoman at up to 50 per cent off when you buy two or more items. All Plush sofas are handcrafted for comfort and backed by the exclusive Plush 10 Year Peace of Mind Warranty® and are treated with Breatheclear®. Specially developed for long-lasting protection against dust mites and allergens, Breatheclear® is approved by the Sensitive Choice program of the National Asthma Council Australia and is complimentary with all Plush sofas. With more than 100,000 combinations available, the Plush sofa specialists will help you create a sofa that is the perfect fit for your home. You can choose from the extensive Plush handcrafted sofa range, selecting your configuration and 100 per cent genuine cowhide leather or premium fabric cover. Your sofa will be custom-built to suit your home and be as unique as you are. Be inspired by the latest sofa collections, with design, theme and colour palette ideas for your home. If you’re thinking comfort that’s built to last and incredible value with up to 50 per cent off, visit the Plush Frankston showroom today. PLUSH THINK SOFAS A: Frankston Power Centre, Shop 6, 111 Cranbourne Rd, Frankston T: 9770 2922 W: www.plush.com.au FB: plushsofas INSTA: plush_think_sofas

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Time for a cleaning service Our lives are becoming increasingly busy these days with the pressures at work, family obligation, ongoing responsibilities and then trying to fit in a social life . . . it’s nearly impossible to find the time to clean The simple answer to gaining control of your life is outsourcing help to keep everything balanced and have time for more important things. Paying for a cleaning service may no longer be considered a luxury these days but a necessity to keep a balanced lifestyle and bring some harmony to an already chaotic world. But how do you choose? There are so many cleaners on the market — independents, agencies and professional companies. There are many questions and concerns when hiring people to come to your home. Are they qualified? How much experience do they have? Are they covered by insurance, and most importantly, are they trustworthy? If these are concerns for you but you don’t have the

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Play a role in protecting our coast Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor David Gill, coastal planner Laura Crilly, Cr Kate Roper and former Hastings Foreshore Advisory Group member Brian Stahl at the Hastings Foreshore.

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If you have an interest in protecting and enhancing the Peninsula’s coastline, membership of a coastal advisory group might be just what you’re looking for. Coastal advisory groups are regarded by Mornington Peninsula Shire as a key point of contact with the community on issues relating to the future planning and management of our coastal areas, and the Shire is seeking expressions of interest from residents in joining groups for the coastal areas of Flinders, Hastings, Mornington, Mount Martha, Mount Eliza, Portsea, Rosebud, Rye, Safety Beach, and Sorrento. “We are committed to community-based coastal advisory groups advising and assisting council in the use, development, protection and enhancement of our coastlines,” said Mayor David Gill. “We encourage those community members with a passion for our coastline to apply.” Functions of the groups will include helping the Shire in the protection, future development and enhancement of coastal areas; taking part in strategic planning for coastal areas; and acting as a link to the community and key stakeholders on coastal matters. Expressions of interest close on Monday, August 5. A copy of the terms of reference, the EOI form and further information is available at mornpen.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay, or phone Jeska Dee on 5950 1966.

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As we come into the final stages of winter, now is the time to begin organising your edible gardens for the arrival of the warmth and growth that spring brings. Vegetable beds can be prepared, irrigation systems checked and fruit trees attended to. Even though our cool-season crops are still growing strong and providing loads of delicious produce, at the same time we need to get prepared for the onset of the warm season. Ensuring your spring and summer beds are weeded, topped up with compost and mulched now ready for September/October plantings will allow for a smooth transition. Erect your trellises if you don’t use permanent structures, install and/or test your irrigation system and begin sowing your warm-season vegetable seeds. Sowing your seed now will give you time for your seedlings to grow strongly before transplanting them into their beds. In particular, tomatoes, capsicum, chilli and eggplant will be stronger the earlier you sow. But you can also sow seed for cucumber, zucchini, pumpkin and corn. These seeds can also be direct sown with your beans, but most people find security in planting them as seedlings.

If sowing your own seeds isn’t your thing, or not something you are used to doing, it is worth noting that you can grow a vast range and variation of your favourite vegetables by sowing yourself. The seedlings available to us at most nurseries are very limited and often the tastiest or most interesting varieties aren’t produced by the big growers. Your deciduous fruit trees will now be starting to emerge from their dormant state, and for some this is a critical time. If you have had major problems with peach leaf curl on your peaches and nectarines it is important to try to intercept this virus before it affects your trees for another season. A little leaf curl is OK and dealing with it without spraying can often be successful. However, if you have had bad infestations for a number of years you will need to take action. Look up lime sulphur sprays or Bordeaux mixture and follow instructions on how to strategically use these very effective compounds. For the rest of your trees, including the evergreens, give them a good feed to send them into spring with plenty of available nutrients to allow for strong growth. It really makes a big difference to the quality and quantity of fruit you’ll receive during the season. Good preparation is always the key to a healthy edible landscape.

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Bring natural shades and clean whites into your living environment with the Mango Creek dining table, Rita buffet and Belmont dining chairs. The intricate rattan style brings a homely warmth to this dining setting. Paired with the subtle whites and natural hues, these pieces are certainly inviting. Design a space that inspires and makes you feel like there is no place like home with OZ Design Furniture Mornington. Visit the team who will help you create a home you love. OZ DESIGN FURNITURE MORNINGTON A: Showroom D4, Peninsula Home, 1132 Nepean Highway, Mornington T: 8560 1137 W: www.ozdesignfurniture.com.au/ mornington.html

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Promoting a cleaner, greener peninsula by Liz Rogers

Is your piece of Australia beautiful?

Former Labor prime minister Gough Whitlam made a video in 1972 stating this: “The Keep Australia Beautiful Council, of which I am a foundation patron, is asking all of us to make a special effort to live without litter.” Gough was launching the first national antilitter week in the same year he was elected and was well ahead of his time. He continued: “If for one week each of us can concentrate on litter prevention, then we can extend this consciousness to an all-year-round effort to keep our environment clean.” Not much to ask, and yet 47 years on this message remains just as important — if not more so, as we see our land and oceans filling up with waste with nowhere to go. Earth is in trouble. Every year since then, the Keep Australia Beautiful Council has continued to promote the necessity of cleaning up after ourselves and each other. Chief executive Valerie Southam says: “We run a different theme each year, like National Spring Clean Week or Butt It and Bin It. This year’s theme is Respect Our Roadside, as we have determined from our research that they are still one of the highest littered areas. The annual campaign is a call to action to ‘do

Photo courtesy of Keep Australia Beautiful Council the right thing’. There are simple things we can all do to reduce our impact on the environment.” Apart from suffocating our planet with rubbish, litter clean-up is expensive. Sustainability Victoria says it costs in excess of $98 million to provide litter

maintenance and street sweeping in Victoria alone. So log on to www.kab. org.au/keep-australia-beautiful-week to register for a clean-up or an event and to find out more about how you can do your bit. Keep Australia Beautiful Week runs

from August 19-25 this year, so you’ve got plenty of time to think about how you’re going to help keep the Mornington Peninsula in great condition for future generations. As the ALP’s successful 1972 campaign echoed: “It’s Time.” Because time is running out.

Surf’s up for charity A charity screening of Charlotte Rowson’s Surf Mermaid, which won Best Documentary at the 2019 Peninsula Film Festival, will be held at Sorrento Athenaeum on Friday, August 16, from 6-8pm. Money raised will be given to RU OK? and Uniforms 4U. With RU OK? ambassador Steve Bastoni

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as MC, the screening is being supported by Peninsula Cinemas, which is providing the Athenaeum free of charge, Rye Lions Club, which is providing the catering, and Crittenden Estate, Merricks General Wine Store and Quealy Winemakers, which are supplying refreshments. Surf Mermaid tells the story of Josie Jones, Mornington Peninsula Shire’s 2019 Australia Day Citizen of the Year who overcame adversity to become a

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