Mornington Peninsula Magazine December 2021

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everything we love about the peninsula & frankston, fresh every month • EDU & PARENT • SPECIALITY DRINKS • CHRISTMAS • ARTS EVENTS • HOME GARDEN • BUSINESS • FOOD WINE • HEALTH BEAUTY •

Make the switch to the all-electric EQC The Mercedes-EQ EQC is now available to test drive at MercedesBenz Mornington.

The all-electric EQC, with its beautiful styling, class-leading safety and very impressive electric range from a single charge, is the one family car worth experiencing. It’s also well worth noting that the EQC took out the coveted Wheels Car of the Year 2020 award. As mentioned, the EQC is worth experiencing.

Getting into an all-electric EQC is now even easier. For a limited time, enjoy the EQC by paying 50 per cent of the drive-away price now and 50 per cent later*, with a 0 per cent comparison rate, when you purchase with Mercedes-Benz Financial. Make the switch to the all-electric EQC today.

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Visit mbmornington.link/eqc50 to learn more, or call 5923 001 to book your test drive. *Offer valid for new Mercedes-Benz EQCs ordered and delivered between 01/07/202131/12/2021, unless extended. Offer excludes pre-owned vehicles, demonstrator vehicles, leasing products, fleet, government and rental buyers. Offer available on all 12-month consumer and business loans. Finance offer restricted to approved customers of MercedesBenz Financial Services Australia Pty Ltd ACN

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The greatest wrap of all Mornington Peninsula residents Jordy and Julia Kay are change-makers revolutionising the world of cling wrap. The couple quit their jobs – Jordy was a winemaker; Julia was an architect – to take action and create a viable alternative to the petroleumbased plastic wrap they’d witnessed being used in high volumes every day in their respective industries.

“We were standing in the winery over a pallet wrapped in plastic and said ‘We go through so much of this; isn’t it shocking! Someone should do something about this’. That’s what kicked off this crazy journey,” says Julia.

After months of research and consultation with scientists and engineers, the unexpected solution became clear: make homecompostable cling wrap from potato skins. That’s right, potato skins. At the end of 2020, Jordy and Julia launched Great Wrap, their first compostable cling wrap for home use.

In case you’re wondering what the difference is between compostable and biodegradable, Julia explains: “Biodegradable packaging is made from petroleum like regular plastic but has an organic additive that enables it to break down very easily when exposed to sunlight and moisture. The problem is it will only break down into smaller pieces of plastic or microplastics.

Compostable packaging breaks down into carbon and water, leaving no toxins behind. Home-compostable packaging can break down in your compost pile at home in a matter of weeks.

All it requires is a compost pile at ambient temperature to break down into carbon and water.”

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The Great Wrap team are currently working on developing their formula so that eventually they’ll be making a product that’s marine-degradable. Their ultimate goal is to make a completely degradable product for the home compost bin or if it falls into the ocean.

Hospitality is another industry that consumes vast amounts of cling wrap every year. Julia and Jordy are proud to have recently launched Great Wrap for catering and restaurant use in response to business owners reaching out and asking for it.

Next on their list was addressing their original concern: pallet wrap. The couple were thrilled to announce in November that their world-first compostable pallet wrap was made available to pre-order for delivery in early 2022.

When asked how Julia feels about the future of the planet, she says: “Obviously we could be doing a lot more and doing it faster. I won’t get into politics but I honestly do feel positive about the future of the planet. In our business we’re exposed to an amazing industry that’s dedicated to solving environmental problems, and I’ve seen a very rapid shift in industry over the past three years, like huge supermarket chains are now banging on our door because they want products like ours. I do feel a lot more positive than I did when we started.”

So when you’re celebrating and feasting this holiday season, be part of the change and use Great Wrap. As Julia says: “Taking a small step in the right direction is better than taking no step at all. We will get there; it just requires a team effort.”

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Seven essential steps to get your project back on track Frustrated with complex planning processes? Whether you’re looking to start a new business or make changes to your current project, town planning puts many of us off. Great business ideas are often delayed or put on ice and many ventures don’t get off the ground at all because town planning and approval processes can be too overwhelming.

Women in Business Mornington Peninsula members have experienced first hand what it takes to start and run a business on the Peninsula and they are here to share

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their advice and expertise.

“We want to help remove barriers and support local businesses to succeed more easily, especially those who’ve been heavily affected by the recent lockdowns,” says WiBMP chairwoman Melissa Goffin. “Knowing that planning can be one of the biggest challenges to kick off or make changes to a business venture, we’ve engaged fellow board member Jackie Prossor, the director of Prossor Town Planning, to run a highly engaging masterclass for local businesses.”

Jackie is a leading Peninsula planning expert who knows the ins and outs of planning and has helped hundreds of locals navigate what can appear to be a bit of a rabbit hole. “Our mission is to facilitate successful projects for our businesses while ensuring a positive impact on our communities and the environment,” Jackie says. “We’ve been part of the approval process for hundreds of projects and have extensive knowledge of the planning scheme, zoning and legislation. If you’re frightened of planning, perhaps a little scared to approach local government or don’t even know where to start, this masterclass is for you.”

Jackie will take participants through seven essential steps

to become unstuck and take the stress out of an often complicated process. “Join this interactive session to get answers to the questions you’ve been too scared to ask.

Find out where to start, float your ideas and get tips for even the most complex projects. The Q&A at the end will be a safe space for attendees to ask questions – from bushfire management to applications, green wedge, carparking, signage, liquor licensing – to making sense of our different zones.”

The masterclass will also feature special guest Anthony Marsh, the Peninsula’s new mayor and small business champion, who will share some exciting updates our council is currently working on to support Peninsula businesses.

Tickets are free for WiBMP members and $15 for nonmembers. You can also join the association as part of your registration and your entry will go towards your $99 annual membership fee, which will provide you with opportunities to collaborate, advocate, learn and grow your business among a great bunch of women.

The masterclass is on Tuesday, December 7, at 12.30pm and will be presented online. Register at https://womeninbusiness.org.au/events

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Do you have a business exit strategy?

The pandemic has forced many business owners to consider new and inventive ways to stay afloat. Trying to plan for the unexpected seems impossible, but a business succession plan is one of the most effective tools to protect your enterprise. A business succession plan is an exit strategy. It can instruct others on managing significant events, such as illness, accident, or even death.

When making a plan, some questions to consider are: • When and how will succession occur?

• Who will become the owner of my business?

• What are the tax implications?

• What will happen to any business debts?

• How do I arrange a business valuation?

• What happens to any commercial agreements?

“Business succession plans need plenty of thought and detail, so you should take your time to consider every aspect of your exit strategy,” said special counsel Tanya Lynch of marshalls+dent+wilmoth. “A good plan will identify a smooth transition process if you need to take time away from your business, either temporarily or permanently.”

Tanya recommends regularly reviewing and updating your plan to make sure it continues to reflect your wishes. “Whenever there’s a significant change in circumstances, or there’s something that’s no longer in your best interests, you need to consider an update.”

Other reasons to update a plan include: • Significant business growth; • A change in the core operations or goals of the business; • A change in ownership or management; and, • A recent valuation of the business.

Business succession planning can often raise other legal issues. “It’s often a complicated process, but it’s worth doing properly,” Tanya said.

MDW provides specialist business planning advice to Mornington Peninsula residents and can help you plan for a smooth transition while protecting your business.

To find out more, phone the Mornington office on (03) 5973 6916 or visit www.mdlaw.com.au Level 1, 2/26 McLaren Place, Mornington VIC 3931

Experience Scandinavia’s passion for comfort Hello, sweet summer! Hair gets lighter, water gets warmer, drinks get colder, music gets louder, life gets better in an IMG recliner!

IMG seamlessly integrates elegance, comfort and function to create the perfect recliner and sofa, and all are produced with carefully selected materials that ensure optimum performance, support and durability.

Every element of the IMG design has been researched and engineered with a focus on both functionality and comfort, backed by a 10-year warranty so you can

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rest assured that you have invested in state-of-the-art Scandinavian-inspired furniture that lasts.

Recliner construction incorporates fully steel-sprung frames and cold-cured moulded foam to deliver unsurpassed comfort and support. This is coupled with an extensive choice of quality top grain leathers and fabrics.

These truly unique chairs also come in a range of sizes and base types to enable you to personalise your comfort zone, as well as motorisation for the ultimate relaxation experience.

With an international market, IMG has been producing these stunning pieces globally for many years, thus

cementing its solid reputation for flawless recliners worldwide. Find out for yourself by visiting Big Chair Living in Mornington or Sorrento and discover bodycorrect support and true Norwegian comfort created by IMG. BIG CHAIR LIVING A: 140 Main St, Mornington T: 5976 1960 A: 119 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento T: 5984 3388 W: www.imgcomfort.com.au FB: IMGcomfort INSTA: imgcomfort

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Easy sounds of Ben Ackerman Nikki Fisher speaks with this local musician

Christmas special Find treasures at your local stores in our 26 page feature

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The Peninsula’s best specialty drinks We explore a dozen delicious brews from our locals

Peninsula Restaurants upstage their city rivals Read about how two of our local restaurants outgunned Melbourne and Sydney

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No ATAR? It’s not a worry at Chisholm If you’ve just finished Year 12, this time of year is a big one for weighing up options for your future. And while your ATAR might be a big part of your decisionmaking, it doesn’t have to be.

If you found it challenging studying during the pandemic and receive a lower ATAR than you wanted, it doesn’t mean your education is over ─ far from it. In fact, Chisholm Senior Adviser of Student Recruitment Tania Pearce says students often don’t realise they can choose from many course options, which can lead to great careers or bachelor degrees, without having an ATAR at all. Tania says it’s well worth adopting a ‘no ATAR, no worries!’ attitude.

One option is to follow a ‘pathway’ to a degree, starting with a TAFE course like a certificate or diploma, which doesn’t require an ATAR for entry. Once you have successfully completed an eligible TAFE course, it may lead into a related bachelor degree course and, in some cases, your diploma will form the first year of your degree. “For example, you could complete a Diploma of Community Services in one year, and continue on to the Bachelor of Community Services for two years,” Tania says.

Bachelor degree pathways are more cost-effective than traditional degrees and they allow you to start working in the field sooner. “You’re working while continuing to learn, which makes you highly employable at the end. You’re a

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graduate with work experience in the field – the kind of ‘unicorn’ employers always hope to find.”

Best of all, Chisholm’s Early Access program means that while your schoolmates are waiting on university

offers, you can enrol in your course now.

That leaves you free to kick back, relax and enjoy your summer.

To find out more and secure your place, visit www.chisholm.edu.au/earlyaccess

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2022 - THE YEAR OF DINING OUT Let’s Eat.Drink and support our hospitality industry Creating Eat.Drink magazine, the Mornington Peninsula’s trusted guide to Victoria’s foremost food and wine region, felt more important than ever this year because of the major impact COVID has had on our vital and much-loved hospitality industry.

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Whether you’re a diner, restaurateur, chef, waiter, sommelier, kitchen hand or winemaker, you’ll know first hand that the industry has always been fertile ground for friendships to be made and life to be celebrated.

It was something we all missed immensely during lockdown.

Sure, takeaway food and drinks kept our spirits buoyed and cafes and restaurants operating – some hung on; others thrived – but it didn’t quite compare to sitting at our favourite venue and having the full experience.

Writing about and photographing the 110-plus restaurants, cafes and wineries featured in Eat.Drink 2022 was also challenging because of COVID. Photoshoots and interviews were cancelled and rescheduled many times over, but our writers, photographer and editor were determined to tell the stories of the food and wine people who make the Peninsula the hailed epicurean destination it is.

The Eat.Drink team hope that you grab a copy and wear it out as you find new places to try and revisit old favourites, because even though restrictions have eased, the industry has a long way to go to recover and is counting on food and wine-lovers to return with gusto.

This summer will be a different season for hospitality; in many places you’ll see this sign: “Please be patient, we are short staffed”. Severe staff shortages mean some businesses will have to choose whether they open for lunch or dinner, instead of both like they’d like to. Where have all the staff gone? Some moved interstate during lockdown; others are not yet double vaxxed, which means they can’t return to work; and then there’s the absence of workers from overseas, backpackers and international students.

A L L T H IN Hospitality needs three things right now: your bookings, your G S D E L IC patience, and staff. Even if you have no experience, as long as IO U S O N THE MO you have a positive attitude and an interest in food and wine R N IN GTO N P E N IN you’ll have a strong chance of being hired. This especially SULA applies to those finishing VCE; just knock on the door of your favourite café or restaurant and get a job in an industry where lifelong friends are made.

Go to www.eatdrinkmorningtonpeninsula.com.au/stockists to find your nearest stockist, and here’s to our best summer yet!

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The new course winding around the Mornington Peninsula is one of the many features of the Great Aussie Hike you will fall in love with. This is one adventure you don’t want to miss.

Begin your journey by watching the sunrise at Cape Schanck Lighthouse before setting off along the clifftops of Bushrangers Bay. The Two Bays Walking Trail follows the undulating hills of Boneo to a picnic lunch at Blue Range Estate Wines. Take in the breathtaking views of Port Phillip while traversing Arthurs Seat. Enjoy a ride in the Arthurs Seat Eagle – there could be no better way to reach the summit. The afternoon sees walkers pass through the Seawinds Gardens as they make their way to The Pig & Whistle Tavern. Take a mid-afternoon rest before the final section of the day to Old Apple Shed and a cool, refreshing cider.

Day two begins at the start of the Red Hill Rail Trail, heading towards Merricks General Store for a morning coffee. Wind around Balnarring Beach and across the sand to Coolart Homestead for fresh scones. The next section begins by exploring the walking tracks of the surrounding wetlands before joining the Western Port Bay Trail through Somers to Crib Point. Another Issue 121, DECEMBER 2021

scenery change takes walkers through the mangroves, boardwalks and beach reserves of Crib Point before turning inland with a visit to Ted Harris Walk. The country roads of Tuerong provide a pathway to Devilbend Natural Features Reserve for the last kilometres of the journey before celebrating with family and friends at the finish line in Moorooduc.

Gather your mates and form a team with the choice of 30km, 43km, 57km and 100km walks. The Your Team Your Way option allows for team members to rotate through the different sections. This provides an opportunity for friends of different fitness levels to take part, with everyone able to walk as much or as little as they like to contribute to the team distance. It’s a great way to reconnect and do something to support each other’s mental and physical well-being for the New Year.

Registrations are also safe, with organisers promising to never go virtual. Human connection is too important to their core values. However, numbers will be limited to avoid overcrowding on the course and to allow the hike to proceed should COVID-19 restrictions return.

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Imagine your dream home brought to life Starting with a blank canvas is something that motivates Arki Design Studio to create individual, unique spaces – architectural statements that will live beyond time.

An award-winning design studio with a collaboration of a multi-disciplinary team, and more than 15 years of experience, opens endless opportunities to create timeless and bespoke homes.

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The Arki Design Studio team are also specialists in sustainable design and efficiency, with qualifications in passive home design.

Starting from site orientation, solar access, and locating key aspects around the site, we seamlessly and meticulously combine the architecture and its interiors effortlessly by achieving a high level of detailing to complement our designs.

Arki Design Studio work with clients to develop their brief, finding what their needs and functionality of the spaces are and how to best design spaces to meet these criteria and beyond.

We challenge ideas and push the design boundaries to bring to life an unimaginable design for clients.

Speak to one of our friendly team members today to start planning for your next dream home.

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BMW i, the future of mobility at Mornington BMW Discover the future of electromobility at Mornington BMW as we welcome a new era of BMW i models: the all-new fully-electric BMW iX, the BMW iX3, and the BMW i4. These vehicles redefine the meaning of performance while inspiring a new understanding of the relationship between the vehicle and sustainability.

We invite you to step into the future with the BMW iX. Generating 45 per cent fewer emissions than a comparably powered vehicle with a diesel engine, driving

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it will make you feel as good as you look. With a charging range of 120km in just 10 minutes, by the time you finish your coffee you’ll be ready for your next adventure.

If you love the BMW X3, it just got a whole lot better. The iX3 features the same driving dynamics and premium quality of the BMW X3 with the added benefit of producing zero local emissions. You can also benefit from numerous charging options with an overnight charge from home, or on the move from as little as 10 minutes.

The BMW i4 is the first all-electric Gran Coupé.

Delivering a sporty feel in a sustainable manner, the BMW i4 is the perfect companion for any journey.

Charging the BMW i4 couldn’t be easier – you can charge

your BMW i4 when you need to, going from 10 per cent to 80 per cent in just 31 minutes, or charge your BMW overnight from home with your BMW wall box.

Electromobility has arrived on the Peninsula and the team at Mornington BMW would be delighted to assist you in finding your key to endless possibilities and a greener future.

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It’s been a long wait, but in February, after a sensitive state-of-the-art restoration, the much-anticipated reopening of The Continental Sorrento will finally happen. The $120 million redevelopment of the 145-year-old heritage-listed limestone building was made possible when a consortium of the Victor Smorgon Group, the Kanat Group and developer Trenerry Property acquired the hotel in April last year.

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The 20,000 square metre venue will include multiple food and beverage outlets spanning fine dining, casual, and both indoor and outdoor spaces, alongside accommodation featuring 108 beautifully appointed and spacious guest rooms – many with water views – managed by IHG Hotels & Resorts.

The impressive selection of highly curated food and beverage outlets will be operated

by Scott Pickett – of Matilda, Longrain, Estelle and, most recently, Chancery Lane fame – in partnership with Melbourne and Brisbane publican Craig Shearer. There will be a finedining restaurant called Audrey’s, named after Scott’s grandmother, who inspired him to cook, as well as a public bar, beer garden, conservatory, late-night venue, poolside dining and sunset roof deck.

The Continental Sorrento will also showcase Aurora Spa & Bathhouse, Lyndall Mitchell's pioneering urban retreat from St Kilda which has been totally reinvented for its new location.

The Continental is at 1-21 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento. Follow @thecontinentalsorrento on Instagram for updates.

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Tara’s a team player and she’s having a ball As a child growing up in Somers on the Mornington Peninsula in the ‘80s and ‘90s, Tara Rushton was always drawn to storytelling and thought perhaps one day she might become a journalist.

Fast-forward to 2021 and Tara is a highly regarded journalist and presenter in Australian sports media and is thrilled with her new appointment as a host with Channel 10 and Paramount+. Tara will be covering live action from the Matildas and Socceroos, the A-League and the FFA Cup matches in the season ahead in what is a new era for Australian football on Ten. Nikki Fisher caught up with her.

What do you love about the work you do?

For me, there’s no better entertainment to watch than live sport, and I love being able to tell its story. To report and relay the live action as it unfolds in front of our eyes and get the first-hand reaction from players and coaches is a privilege. I also love the preparation involved – the production meetings, the research, working the phones and talking to players, coaches, media managers, commentators, statisticians, the works. There’s a big team behind every broadcast and it’s a great feeling to be a part of it.

What are the challenges?

You can be as prepared as possible but if a player goes down injured, a weather delay hits, or a huge story breaks, that prep can all go out the window. It’s exhilarating and challenging all in the one breath.

Can you tell us a bit about how you came to sports journalism?

I’ve always been drawn to telling stories. Tenyear-old me living in Somers would compile books full of my musings, and throughout high school I thought pursuing a career in journalism could be a good fit. I graduated with a Diploma

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of Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Media and Communications and took those skills abroad and worked my way up. I was living in Singapore over 10 years ago now, writing feature stories for various magazines, when I landed an amazing role presenting the Premier League.

Why do you love football so much?

I fell in love with football after living in the UK for four years. It was inescapable, really. The pub and football were part of life and the infatuation stuck. It truly is the world game. No matter where you are in the world, you can have a debate over “Messi or Ronaldo?”. The game is physical; the players technical, tactical and so gifted; and the rivalries are epic.

How do you balance your career and family life?

By running a very organised diary system, working when the boys are napping, getting Poppy over for trampoline sessions if we need an extra set of hands and making sure that when we’re all home together, we prioritise uninterrupted family time out at the park, beach or zoo.

What are some of your memories of growing up on the Mornington Peninsula?

All of my memories take me outdoors – afternoons exploring the rockpools and having picnics at Somers and Balnarring Beach, my dad teaching me to sail at Somers Yacht Club, and weekends spent riding my bike around the quiet streets of our neighbourhood with friends from school.

Do you come back to the Peninsula to visit and do you have any favourite places when you’re here?

I last visited Somers a few years ago to show my husband the house I grew up in and take him to the Somers General Store, the regular ‘afterschool’ haunt for the best mixed lollies. We stopped en route at the Epicurean in Red Hill for a wood-fired pizza and glass of wine.

How will you be spending Christmas this year?

We will host at home. There will be turkey, fresh seafood and lots of jumping on the trampoline – but not in that order!

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Congratulations to Woodleigh’s Class of 2021! An incredibly resourceful, independent and resilient group.

Best wishes for 2022, and life beyond School.

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After two years of VCE study, rudely interrupted by more than 260 days spent in lockdown, students, families, and staff were finally able to celebrate the talents, efforts, and achievements of Woodleigh's Class of 2021 at this year’s Valedictory.

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Throughout the pandemic, Woodleigh's senior students have shown great maturity and resolve; they accepted the circumstances we were all experiencing and showed themselves to be an incredibly resourceful, independent, and resilient group. Stories of their success range from those who have completed their education against all odds and are now venturing into their chosen career path, to those who have achieved

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outstanding academic scores. We are proud of them all.

Special congratulations must go to Emma Sherrington – the recipient of this year's Woodleigh Prize. This prize recognises the best all-round student at Woodleigh School, and Emma is a very worthy recipient. Her commitment and aptitude across the academic, music, sporting, and, importantly, the Community Partnerships Programs unique to Woodleigh, was outstanding.

Congratulations, Emma, on an exceptional school career.

I extend those congratulations to our Year 12 Faculty Award winners: Bella Gosling – English and Humanities, Jack Shalekoff – Mathematics and Science, Ned Murdoch – Personal Development, Owen Kirschenberg – Arts, and Ainsley Paton – LOTE. Their commitment to their studies throughout their time at

Woodleigh, but particularly during their VCE, was exemplary.

I also thank this year's Principal's Award winners: Isabel Allen, Bella Gosling, Gemma Bond, Ainsley Paton, Ruby Broomhall, Raia Flinos, Alexei GuyToogood, Liv Marshall and Charlotte Swayn for their service to the life and culture of Woodleigh School.

Congratulations all! I look forward to a safe and prosperous 2022, where we can enjoy the many and varied experiences that make Woodleigh such a wonderful place for young people to go to school.

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Executive admin officer and project team member KerriAnn Blackwell, CEO Janet Phillips, and palliative medicine specialist and project leader Dr Akshay Kulkarni.

Peninsula Home Hospice helps GPs understand palliative care In January 2021, an exciting new general practitioner palliative care special interest group was formed as part of a three-year State Government-funded project. Dr Akshay Kulkarni, who is the palliative medicine specialist at Peninsula Home Hospice, is leading this project and is chairman of this special interest group.

“We are very excited to host the palliative care special interest group for general practitioners at PHH,” Dr Kulkarni said. “With its collaborative efforts, we hope to empower primary health care providers to support clients and families with a lifelimiting illness. This will be performed through education, professional development, a platform to debrief, and discussion and increased collaboration with the various services that are involved in providing seamless care for terminally ill clients in their homes.”

GPs have a pivotal role in caring for patients who have a life-limiting illness and require palliative care support at home. This special interest group provides a forum for local GPs to connect with other health professionals in the area of palliative care and build their clinical skills and knowledge to improve professional performance.

CEO Janet Phillips says the importance of this project has elevated significantly with the impact of COVID-19. PHH has seen a 50 per cent increase in clients requiring our service, particularly during lockdown.

Peninsula Home Hospice is supported by the Government and also relies on community fundraising for additional support. If you would like to make a donation, please go to our website www.peninsulahospice.com.au; for more information, email Kerri-Ann Blackwell at kerri-ann@peninsulahospice.com.au PENINSULA HOME HOSPICE A: 327 Main St, Mornington T: 5973 2400 W: www.peninsulahospice.com.au FB: Peninsula-Home-Hospice

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A WEBER OUTDOOR KITCHEN IS THE PERFECT SOLUTION FOR YOUR BACKYARD ENTERTAINING AREA The Weber range of outdoor kitchens are on display now in our showroom at Foxy’s Mornington

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Blame old Josh – he started it When Capt Joshua Slocum arrived in Melbourne on December 22, 1896, he was met by a flotilla of boats crowded with people eager to see this strange man. News of his arrival at Newcastle, NSW, and later Sydney had been reported in the local papers. Here was a man hoping to make a solo circumnavigation of the world. Though he had already sailed from Boston, US, rounded South America and had crossed the Pacific, many doubted that he would complete the voyage.

The voyage had started on April 24, 1895, and was to continue for another 18 months. It was 25 years before another man made a solo circumnavigation, but from the 1930s hundreds of others have achieved the feat.

Capt Slocum’s vessel, Spray, which he had rebuilt because it was little better than a wreck when given to him, proved to be a perfect choice for his voyage. With its long keel and spread of sail, he was able to let it sail itself with him having to spend very little time at the tiller. Slocum, at 53 years of age, was very accustomed to being at sea, having started his career at age 12.

He had been the commander of many sailing vessels, including some famous clippers.

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Since Sir Robin Knox-Johnson became the first to achieve a solo, non-stop circumnavigation in 1969, others have seen this as the way to go. Records have been set, and later broken, for the youngest, the oldest, and the fastest. The current record for the fastest solo, non-stop circumnavigation is held by the Frenchman Francois Gabart, with a time of 42 days, 16 hours, 40 minutes, 35 seconds. Slocum took 1160 days.

An Australian holds the record for the oldest, at 81 years. Another Australian holds the record for the longest time at sea alone – 678 days – while making three circumnavigations without stopping. Two young Australians, Jessica Watson and Jesse Martin, made single-handed non-stop circumnavigations – Jessica at the age of 16 and Jesse at 18. The first woman to manage the feat was another Australian, Kay Cottee.

Old Josh didn’t know what he was starting.

MAURIE HUTCHINSON President, Peninsula Ship Society T: 9787 5780 E: mauriehutch@gmail.com The Peninsula Ship Society usually meets at Hastings Yacht Club on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 10am. Visitors will be welcome again from January 2022.

Spray, 18.8m length, 4.3m beam. Illustration from Sailing Alone Around the World, by Captain Joshua Slocum, first published 1900.

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Engagement rings and a glass of champagne For 14 years, Diamond Coco has been assisting couples across the Mornington Peninsula secure their perfect engagement ring. But far from being a large multinational jeweller or indeed a bricks and mortar retail store, Diamond Coco has been going about business quietly from a small office in Main St, Mornington.

Owned and operated by Anthony Hansen, Diamond Coco remains a sole-operator business, and while the majority of his clients come for an engagement ring, Anthony deals in all manner of diamond jewellery from tennis bracelets to diamond stud earrings. Each purchase is manufactured to order with full input from his clients.

Not only does this create a more emotional investment by his clients, it saves them a considerable amount of money too.

Looking ahead, Diamond Coco will soon open a new office a few doors away to provide its customers with a unique and high-end buying experience. Working with Kate Walker of KWD, Diamond Coco is raising the standard – think silk rugs, designer chairs and a glass of champagne. And if looking at diamonds should get tiresome, then its penthouse position atop 28 Main St will provide you with a glorious view.

Consultations are via appointment by calling 1300 230 430.

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Lockdown gives author her freedom to write Maria-Antonia Campagna is a secondary school teacher and author. Over the past 20 years, she has taught Italian in primary and secondary schools across Melbourne. In 2000, she established her business GRUPPO IT., teaching Italian to multi-age students in a private setting. She lives in Mornington with her husband, Angelo.

She recently self-published two language books that focus on Italian grammar and conversation. My Verb Book Companion – LEARN IT. DRILL IT. USE IT. is a user-friendly companion containing practical notes, varied drills and activities aimed at improving your knowledge of the most frequently used tenses in the Italian language; Caffè e Conversazione – Have fun with IT. is a beginner’s guide to conversational Italian and is the text used at Maria-Antonia’s conversational classes at D.O.C Mornington on Thursdays. The programs have an emphasis on conversational dialogues and role-playing where participants have the possibility to practise language concepts learnt in a fun and relaxed manner.

Maria-Antonia says it was Angelo who encouraged her to write a book – which had been high on her bucket list – as she sought “new and exciting ways to fill my time” during lockdown. “The days and months that followed were thrilling. My creative juices were overflowing as I explored the concept of a grammar book and a conversational book.

Without the constraints of work and deadlines, I was free to enjoy the process, giving breath to ideas and allowing them to flourish into books that capture the very essence of my teaching. In fact, ‘time’ became my constant companion and the catalyst that helped transform my dream of writing a book into reality.

“During the lull moments of COVID, I seized every opportunity, self-publishing my books, establishing two conversational groups at D.O.C Mornington and selling multiple copies of my books to schools across Melbourne.

COVID-19 gifted me the time to connect with family, to begin new projects, explore new interests and make dreams a reality. Perhaps every cloud does have a silver lining.”

For information on Maria-Antonia’s classes at D.O.C Mornington or to purchase a copy of her books, email ma7634@bigpond.com GRUPPO IT. E: ma7634@bigpond.com

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What it takes to become one of us It takes a special type of person to flourish in the community support work that Just Better Care provides for its aged care and disability customers.

While we may enter our customers’ homes as strangers, our intention is to make sure the customer and their family are comfortable with our presence. This is only possible if we take seriously our commitment to offer only the best level of support to help keep customers and their loved ones safe, achieving their goals and connecting them to the local community.

While experience in a similar role is always an advantage to all involved, even more important to us is that our chosen team member has the right emotional qualities and education that will allow them to shine in their role.

“My team are passionate professionals,” says Callum McMillan, the general manager of relationships at Just Better Care Melbourne Mornington. “I recognise they are such an important part of the quality we provide.”

If you would like to find out more about opportunities at Just Better Care for yourself, a loved one or family member, contact our friendly local team.

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Michelle-Ann and Lois are thrilled to be back trading seven days a week again after the very long lockdown.

We thank all our loyal customers for their continued support and are excited to be able to fit our customers – no matter what size or shape – in a bra that will give them comfort, support, great shape and confidence.

Brands include Berlei, Triumph, Calvin Klein, Elomi, Anita, Playtex, and Empreinte. We specialise in helping ladies find a bra that suits after experiencing all types of surgery.

For the past 25 years, the Pink Room at Michelle-Ann has been helping ladies who have experienced full and partial mastectomies.

It is run by MichelleAnn herself, who is very passionate and proud of what the Pink Room can create for ladies who have all been on their own personal journey with breast surgery. It is wonderful to see the transformation in selfconfidence and extreme comfort available from the Pink Room.

If it is sleepwear you’re after, Michelle-Ann hold Melbourne’s largest range including dressing gowns, nighties and PJs – sexy and silky, comfy and cotton, summer and winter, sizes 8-28. Brands include

Schrank, Givoni, Yuu and our newly arrived French brand LingaDore, which is absolutely stunning for a Christmas gift.

A Michelle-Ann gift voucher is a great way to surprise the one you love for Christmas.

With everyone now traveling once again or just enjoying our own beautiful beaches, our swimwear range is second to none. Brands include Jantzen, Togs, Zoggs, Poolproof, and Sunseeker.

Do yourself a favour and get a great

swimwear fitting for summer.

Michelle-Ann and Lois would like to wish the people of Mornington peace, health and happiness throughout the Christmas holidays.

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Spectacular meteor shower makes its return During December, the constellations Taurus, Gemini, Orion, and Auriga are visible.

Looking towards the north you can spot the distinct upside-down ‘V’ shape of the Hyades open star cluster, which marks the head of Taurus. Within Taurus you can also observe the open star cluster Pleiades, or M45, which can be seen with the unaided eye and is a wonderful sight in a small telescope.

Just next to it towards the northeast is Orion, a magnificent sight with its bright stars Rigel and Betelgeuse and the fantastic nebula M42. Emerging from the foot of Orion, Eridanus meanders high across the sky. Look out for Perseus and Auriga below Taurus in the north.

Auriga can be found by locating the bright star Capella, which is low in the sky this month. December is also a great time to look out for the Magellanic Clouds in the south.

This month we also have the Geminids meteor shower – considered to be one of the most spectacular meteor showers of the year – on the night of December 13-14, with peak viewing time around 3am. The shower owes its name to the constellation Gemini because the meteors seem to emerge from this constellation. Unlike most other meteor showers, the Geminids is not associated with a comet but with an asteroid called 3200 Phaethon. As Earth passes through a massive trail of dusty debris shed by the weird, rocky object, the dust and grit burn Issue 121, DECEMBER 2021

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On December 21 the Earth is at solstice, which is when the axis is tilted most closely towards the sun and the southern hemisphere sees its longest day. Also, if you look up from December 23-30 you will see four bright planets – Mercury, Venus, Saturn and Jupiter – all lined up in the evening twilight.

For further information about the Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society, such as public stargazing nights, event bookings and membership, please visit the society’s Facebook page, or website at www.mpas.asn.au. Our Summer Series stargazing nights are resuming in January and bookings are essential.

NERIDA LANGCAKE, Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society

Taken with a smartphone on the Mornington Peninsula, this photo of the aurora australis shows what happens when fully charged particles burst from the sun, creating a solar wind that is then drawn to the North and South poles to produce nature’s finest lightshow. Photo: MPAS member Nerida Langcake

The Pleiades, also known as The Seven Sisters and Messier 45, is an open star cluster containing middle-age, hot B-type stars in the northwest of the constellation Taurus.

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Cross Turismo joins the all-electric Porsche Taycan family Porsche Centre Brighton has welcomed the new addition to our first all-electric sports car range with the versatile Taycan Cross Turismo version, thereby continuing the systematic pursuit of its path towards sustainable mobility.

Like the Taycan sports saloon, the Taycan Cross Turismo benefits from an innovative electric drive with 800-volt architecture.

The new hi-tech chassis with all-wheel-drive and adaptive air suspension also ensures uncompromising dynamics off-road. With 47mm more headroom for rear-seat passengers and up to 1212 litres of load capacity, loaded via a large tailgate at the rear, the Cross Turismo is a true all-rounder.

Four derivatives of the Taycan Cross Turismo are available immediately from launch. The Performance Battery Plus with a total capacity of 93.4kWh is always fitted as standard. The model range comprises the following:

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• The Taycan 4 Cross Turismo with 280kW, 0-100km/h in 5.1 seconds, top speed 220km/h; • The Taycan 4S Cross Turismo with 360kW, 0-100km/h in 4.1 seconds, top speed 240km/h; • The Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo with 460kW, 0-100km/h in 3.3 seconds, top speed 250km/h; and, • The Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo with 460kW, 0-100km/h in 2.9 seconds, top speed 250km/h.

The hi-tech chassis with all-wheel-drive and adaptive air suspension comes as standard on all four models. The optional Off-Road Design package increases ground clearance by up to 30mm. This means that the Cross Turismo can also be driven on mixed surfaces and uneven tracks. The standard Gravel Mode improves suitability for driving on rough roads.

Visit us at www.porschebrighton.com.au or 855 Nepean Highway, Brighton.

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Brunch with the family, coffee with friends, going out for dinner or just grabbing some takeaway now has even more meaning. Because while you are supporting local eateries, you can also share the love further by nominating your favourite foodie spot for this year’s Best Bites People’s Choice Awards.

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the Best Bites People’s Choice Awards?

The award-winning Best Bites program is the Shire’s pledge to recognise and encourage excellence in local businesses that serve food: restaurants, takeaway outlets, cafes, food manufacturers, food retailers and more.

The Best Bites Food Guide is now available online at mornpen.vic.gov.au/bestbites and lists local food businesses that have received a Best Bites certification. These businesses scored over 95 per cent in their food safety assessment and provide excellence across a range of areas for customers. An impressive effort!

The Best Bites Food Guide is a great place to find a new favourite place to eat, a special venue for lunch or a dining option somewhere different. And supporting local cafes, restaurants and takeaway outlets is

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one way we can all make a difference.

Nominate your favourite Best Bites food business by completing the online form at mornpen.vic.gov.au/bestbites. You can nominate more than one business as there are three categories: café, restaurant and takeaway outlet.

By nominating your favourite Best Bites food business, you will go into the draw to win a box of fresh, local produce to the value of $100!

Nominations for the 2021-22 Best Bites People’s Choice Awards open December 1 and close March 8.

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Chart your course for a sailing adventure Imagine crystal-clear blue water lapping at the boat’s bow, clear blue skies overhead and a light breeze blowing in the sails. Now imagine you at the helm!

At Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron, where family, friendship and sailing are our focus, we provide a specialty women’s learn-to-sail program. Our SheSails program is a fun and social way to get out on the water and learn all you need to know about sailing a keelboat.

We offer SheSails Experiences, which as the name suggests is a three-hour sailing experience with a complimentary drink in the club bar afterwards. Our SheSails Start Crewing and Start Helming courses are run over three days and will provide a safe space to gain the knowledge and hands-on experience to feel confident and comfortable on a keelboat.

Safety and enjoyment are the squadron’s priorities both on and off the water in a COVID-safe environment. We look forward to welcoming you to join in the fun at BYS. BLAIRGOWRIE YACHT SQUADRON A: 2900 Point Nepean Rd, Blairgowrie W: www.bys.asn.au FB: blairgowrieys

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Make life easier with serviced apartments Serviced apartments within a retirement village are ideally suited to older people who would like to live independently with some help to make life easier. They are typically located within the village community centre where there is always someone to talk to and a relaxed community atmosphere to enjoy. There are many benefits of serviced apartment living at Long Island Retirement Village in Seaford and they include extra support, the benefits of visits from health professionals and allied health services, and activities to suit every lifestyle and ability.

Daily meals are freshly prepared by a chef and are full of flavour, and you can enjoy the social side of eating in the dining room or have your meal delivered to your room if you prefer.

The extensive range of social activities includes morning teas, music and other entertainment, art, craft and

hobby groups, board games, movies, seasonal events, swimming, shopping, and day trips in the village bus.

You can join in as much or as little as you like.

Safety and security are paramount, with emergency call buttons in every unit and nursing staff at the village to provide additional peace of mind.

You’ll also be freed up from cleaning and laundry – your assisted living apartment will be cleaned for you every week, and laundering of bed linen and towels will be done for you.

If you thought you couldn’t afford a serviced apartment, think again. Centennial Living’s Long Island Village has serviced apartments with an entry price less than you might expect, ranging from $140,000 to $210,000.

When you move in, you just pay a monthly service fee.

Contact us to find out more about the costs.

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Standup Paddleboard Lessons with your Pooch Family, Group or Private Lessons Teaching you and your Pooch to Standup Paddle together All equipment supplied (including lifejackets for pups) Bayside and Mornington Peninsula locations

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Summertime is caravan time Nothing beats the freedom of a road trip, whether you’re towing a van or travelling the wide-open road in an RV. Going at your own pace, taking the time to stop in some of Australia’s magical camping spots is what memories are made of.

Choosing the right caravan or RV for your travelling purposes requires expert advice, and on the Mornington Peninsula Our Van RV in Rosebud is the place to find it. This family-owned and operated business is Victoria’s largest Atlantic caravan dealer and only Serenity caravan dealer.

Our Van RV’s indoor showroom is open six days a week, and whether you’re looking for a family van, off-road van or to have something custom made, owner Sam Wyatt and his team are only too happy to show you around and talk you through the options.

Sam bought and grew the business from a one-man show and mobile workshop to the impressive showroom and service centre it is today. Sam is a qualified mechanic, auto electrician and caravan repairer with more than 25 years’ experience. He has established strong relationships with parts and accessories suppliers, which means repairs and servicing are completed in a timely manner so you can keep travelling.

If you already own a caravan and it needs a little love or maintenance so you can set off on your trip with peace of mind, Our Van RV is the only service safe accredited repairer on the Peninsula and offers comprehensive servicing. Perhaps your awning needs repair, or the fridge is on the blink, or the roof has sprung a leak. Book your caravan or RV in and the service team will sort it out.

Sam’s brother Josh is the general manager and also runs the workshop.

Providing excellent customer service in addition to quality caravans and RVs is a top priority for the brothers and their team. They’re proud to have two nominations in the 2021 Hall of Fame and Business Awards presented by Caravan Industry Victoria, with the winners announced on December 3. Rebecca Saddington has been nominated for Employee of the Year – Retailer, and Our Van RV for Excellence in Service and Repair.

The awards recognise businesses and individuals for their outstanding achievements.

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Illegal dumping in Hastings and Red Hill.

Mornington brigade needs you Mornington Fire Brigade responds to hundreds of emergencies every year, ranging from structure fires and bushfires to road incidents, rescues, and emergency medical responses.

The brigade supports communities in and around Mornington and has relied on volunteers since the brigade began more than 100 years ago. Local farmers and townspeople originally came together to do this important work, supporting their fellow community members in their times of need.

The brigade’s volunteer firefighters continue to be an invaluable asset to the Mornington community, and more volunteers are needed to expand its firefighting capacity. If you’ve ever thought about becoming a volunteer firefighter and supporting your community, Mornington Fire Brigade needs your help.

Mornington's volunteer firefighters train regularly on Monday evenings. Time commitment is subject to individual availability.

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Millions of your dollars are going to waste Victorian councils spent an eye-watering $89 million responding to illegal waste dumping in 2019-20, with ratepayers left to foot the clean-up bill. What’s more, only a handful of illegal dumpers were punished or prosecuted.

These were among the findings from Keep Victoria Beautiful’s annual illegal waste survey, carried out to determine the scale of illegal waste across the state and provide data to improve government policies. Authorised officers from 53 of Victoria’s 79 councils were interviewed for the survey, and KVB enforcement training manager Travis Finlayson believes the figures are conservative given that only councils and not all

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landowners were interviewed, and that illegal dumping increased during lockdown with the closure of landfills and transfer stations to the public and the surge of people getting rid of unwanted items.

Mr Finlayson said the problem was further exacerbated with an increase in the landfill levy from $65.90 a tonne to $105.95, which resulted in commercial dumping reaching “epidemic” proportions. “We’re now seeing dumping activity extending into regional Victoria where crazy volumes of waste are being abandoned in national parks and forests, putting our environment, waterways and wildlife at enormous risk,” he said. “What is even more alarming is how brazen offending has become. It no longer happens under cover of darkness but in broad daylight because they know they can get away with it.”

Survey respondents said one of the main barriers to tackling the problem was the

sheer scale of dumping coupled with inadequate enforcement. “Typically, councils have an average of five staff working in enforcement, but their time is divided across all areas of enforcement.

Collectively these officers spend little more than 1.2 days per week managing illegal waste. However, the average council is expected to monitor, manage and respond to around 11 incidents and call-outs every day.”

Mr Finlayson said businesses and communities could do their bit by acting as the eyes and ears of councils if they saw someone illegally dumping waste, collecting as many details as possible – such as vehicle information and registration numbers – before getting in touch with their council. “It is vital that we all join hands and do our bit towards reducing our waste crime epidemic and ensure our forests, parks and open spaces do not become a haven for people doing the wrong thing.”

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Lifesaving sports are officially back for the summer.

On November 13, Life Saving Victoria athletes hit the sand and the surf to compete in beach, board and ski disciplines for the first time since COVID-19 paused play.

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“LSV’S aquatic sport athletes are patrolling members at our 57 lifesaving clubs, so our carnivals are opportunities for them to practise their skills in the conditions they are likely to face on patrol,” said LSV’s aquatic sport manager Simon Butterly.

More than 200 board, ski and distance running athletes hit Cosy Corner on the Surf Coast for the 2021 endurance challenge, which saw athletes contest longcourse board, ski, swimming and running events.

“It was fantastic to see athletes from the under-12 division all the way up to Masters at our endurance challenge as LSV is working to actively promote aquatic sports as a great form of active training across all demographics,” Simon said. “And with a fully vaccinated workforce and volunteer force for those aged 16-plus, I look forward to safely hosting our aquatic sports carnivals for the summer season after a successful opening weekend.”

Results for Peninsula competitors in the Cosy Corner Endurance Championships were: Open men’s 2km swim: Anthony Purcell, Portsea SLSC, 2.

Under-17 men’s 2km swim: Xavier Purcell, Portsea SLSC, 1; Gabriel Cornwell, Portsea SLSC, 2; Luke Tucker, Portsea SLSC, 3.

Under-15 men’s 2km swim: Logan Brandi, Portsea SLSC, 1; Charlie Cornwell, Portsea SLSC, 5.

Under-14 boys’ 2km swim: Charlie Farrell, Point Leo SLSC, 5.

Masters men’s 2km swim: Tom Kennan, Portsea SLSC, 4.

Under-13 boys’ 1km swim: Oscar Skehan, Point Leo SLSC, 1; Patrick Benson, Portsea SLSC, 3; Luca Phillips, Point Leo SLSC, 6.

Under-12 boys’ 1km swim: Ted McNamara, Portsea SLSC, 2; Arki Phillips, Point Leo SLSC, 5; Sam Moreton, Mornington LSC, 6.

Under-17 men’s 6km ski race: Gabriel Cornwell, Portsea SLSC, 1.

Masters men’s 6km ski race: Julian Grainger, Portsea SLSC, 2; Charlie Schall-Riaucour, Portsea SLSC, 3; Tom Kennan, Portsea SLSC, 6.

Under-13 boys’ 2km board race: Oscar Skehan, Point Leo SLSC, 1.

Under-17 men’s 4km board race: Gabriel Cornwell, Portsea SLSC, 3.

Under-15 men’s 4km board race: Charlie Cornwell, Portsea SLSC, 5.

Under-14 boys’ 4km board race: Charlie Farrell, Point Leo SLSC, 3.

Under-13 boys’ 2km run: Luca Phillips, Point Leo SLSC, 2.

Under-12 boys’ 2km run: Ted McNamara, Portsea SLSC, 3.

Under-17 men’s 4km run: Luke Tucker, Portsea SLSC, 5.

Under-15 men’s 4km run: Logan Brandi, Portsea SLSC, 2; Xavier Winnett, Portsea SLSC, 4.

Under-19 women’s 2km swim: Gemma Sliskovic, Mount Martha LSC, 1.

Under-17 women’s 2km swim: Mackenzie Hunter, Portsea SLSC, 1.

Under-14 girls’ 2km swim: Sophie Jacka, Portsea SLSC, 1; Mia Horskins, Portsea SLSC, 3.

Masters women’s 2km swim: Amanda Benson, Portsea SLSC, 1.

Under-12 girls’ 1km swim: Milla Clark, Point Leo SLSC, 4.

Under-17 women’s 4km board race: Poppy Cook, Mount Martha LSC, 6.

Under-14 girls’ 4km board race: Anouk Clarke, Point Leo SLSC, 1; Sophie Jacka, Portsea SLSC, 2.

Overall club standings: Portsea SLSC 4, Point Leo SLSC 10, Mount Martha LSC 14, Mornington LSC 17.

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Doing It Outdoors all over Frankston City Are you looking forward to a summer spent in the sunshine and fresh air?

Can’t stand the thought of being inside for another minute? Frankston City has you covered, with outdoor dining, shopping, entertainment and experiences popping up all over town.

From clever parklets and extended kerbside dining – including new installations at 13 venues along Nepean Highway – to yoga and Zumba in the park and live music while you chomp, Frankston and the suburbs are rocking a packed calendar of outdoor adventures and vibrant urban experiences as part of the Do It Outdoors 2.0 campaign.

Frankston City recently received a major boost to its outdoor activation program thanks to $575,000 from the State Government to support both hospitality

and non-hospitality businesses, including retail. North East Ward councillor Suzette Tayler welcomed he funding provided by the Government as part of the COVIDSafe Outdoor Activation Fund, which builds on previous rounds of the Local Councils Outdoor Eating and Entertainment Package.

“We know residents are itching to get outdoors and enjoy all that Frankston City has to offer – in a COVID-safe environment – as lockdown restrictions begin to ease,” Cr Tayler said.

“Hospitality is vital to our local economy, with 655 businesses employing 2862 people and contributing an annual turnover of more than $345 million.”

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When Lilly Sherriff’s grandad bought her a skateboard at a garage sale when she was just three, little did he know by age 11 his granddaughter would feature in a skateboarding documentary and have her sights firmly set on skating at the Olympics.

Prepare to take the plunge The Portsea Swim Classic, one of the state’s largest open-water swimming challenges, will be expanded next year with the new Portsea Bay to Surf Adventure Run to create a two-day spectacular called the Portsea Classic.

The Portsea Classic will begin on Friday, January 14, with the Portsea Bay to Surf Adventure Run – two twilight adventure runs and a walk through picturesque Point Nepean National Park. On Saturday, January 15, the 36th Portsea Swim Classic will be held at the Quarantine Station.

The Bay to Surf will see 1000 competitors tackling one of three events: a 4.5km walk, a 4.5km run or a 9km run through the national park. The 4.5km adventure walk starts at 6.15pm from Jarman Oval, following roads and tracks that take competitors past the London Bridge and along the Farnsworth track to finish at Portsea Surf Life Saving Club. This will be followed by the 4.5km and 9km adventure runs, which take runners along the national park’s scenic coastal roads and trails to finish at the Portsea SLSC. The next day, 3000 competitors will take to the water for several events, including the Portsea Swim Classic, the Peninsula’s most popular ocean water race. It includes the Classic 1.5km event and the 2.5km Gold event. There is also the 500m Junior Swim Classic for children aged 7-11, the all-female 500m Tribe relay for teams of three, and the Dash 4 Cash sprint.

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at Jarman Oval at the Quarantine Station.

The Portsea Swim Classic is one of the Peninsula’s summer signature events, drawing industry leaders, sports stars, and Victoria’s leading ocean and pool swimmers. Previous winners include Sam Sheppard (six times), Kelly Stubbins (five times), Georgia Stott, Zac Charlton, Hamish McDougall, Nick Hinsley, Naantali Marshall, Rob Woodhouse, Penny O’Connell and Craig Riddington.

The annual event, which is entirely volunteer-led by members of the Portsea SLSC, is the major fundraiser for the club, with all proceeds going to support its volunteer capabilities for training, lifesaver development, and vital equipment.

“We are so excited to be able to offer an exciting, safe and expanded event after a challenging 18 months,” said club president Matt Mahon. “The Portsea Swim Classic has been a major event on the Mornington Peninsula calendar, celebrating its 36th year without a break in 2022, and we’re delighted to be able to expand it across the weekend and drive visitation to the Peninsula with the offer of land-based events as well.

“Lifesaving plays a crucial role in local communities and protecting swimmers at our beaches. With limited swimming lessons and water play for children due to the global pandemic, never has it been more crucial to ensure our beaches are safe this summer.”

The Portsea Classic will be conducted in a COVID-safe manner, including QR code check-ins, and entrants will need proof of double vaccination. This will also apply in the new Bay to Surf events. Registrations are open via an online platform that can be accessed at www. portseasurf.com.au

“I started skating when I was eight at the Rosebud skatepark on the board from the garage sale,” Lilly says.

“My mum posted a video on Instagram of me skating, her friend saw it and told us about Progression Skate sessions in Balnarring. That’s where I had my first lessons. Mitch the coach is the one who taught me the main basics, how to drop in and rock to fakie.”

These days Lilly has upgraded from her $3 garage sale board to being sponsored by Rye’s surf and skate mecca, Shed Nine. Owner Eddie and the Shed Nine crew are long-time supporters of Lilly and set up one of her latest boards for her recent all-girls skate camp at Megaranch.

Megaranch is the home of one of the biggest skate ramps in the world: Megaramp. It was built by pro golfer Peter Wilson on his private property in South Gippsland.

Peter built the ramp for his son Keefer and other toplevel skateboarders and BMX riders because there were no facilities in Australia for athletes at their level to train for big air competitions such as extreme sports event the X Games.

In mid-November this year Lilly achieved a long-held ambition to skate the Megaramp. The ramp measures 95m and to see 136cm Lilly whizzing down the ramp is a breathtaking sight. “It was really scary but super fun!”

The four-day camp Lilly attended was the first all-girl camp held at Megaranch. Part of the Megaranch mission is to grow more girls into vert and Megaramp riding.

Student filmmakers Mia Van Der Plas and Elyssa Triskelidis filmed Lilly and the other girls at the camp for their documentary Top Dog Skaters. The focus of their doco is about building a more safe, diverse, and inclusive skating community. By documenting stories of girls, women and non-binary skaters, Mia and Elyssa seek to highlight the gender imbalance that permeates skating culture and dissolve gendered segregation within the sport.

Gender politics isn’t holding Lilly back, though. Her ultimate aim is to represent Australia at the Olympics doing what she does best. To get there requires commitment and regular training, which Lilly has no

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issue with. What she does have an issue with is the disrepair of the Rye skate bowl.

“I wish the Shire would resurface the bowl so it’s really smooth and fix the cracks in the cradle,” she says. “I want to skate the cradle, but I don’t want to get injured going over the cracks.” Lilly’s mum Sally says: “The Peninsula has so many great skateboarders and not the best maintained facilities. I drive Lilly to Noble Park to train.”

Cracks or no cracks in the concrete, Lilly’s going for gold. You can follow her on Instagram @lilly.ess_skate and find Megaranch @megaranch. And you can help get Lilly’s story out by supporting the Go Fund Me page set up for Top Dog Skaters.

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Somerville couple Jo and Simon Johnson always had living and working overseas with their two children, Lucy and Ollie, on their vision board. They just didn’t plan on making the move in the middle of a global pandemic.

“One of the reasons Simon decided to move to the Australian Federal Police from VicPol 12 years ago was because we wanted to experience an international deployment,” Jo says. “In readiness, I made the shift to operating my own digital marketing business because I wanted to be able to work from anywhere.”

In December 2020 the Johnsons received the call they’d been waiting for – Simon was offered a posting in Manila in the Philippines. “We had very little warning, and with the state of the world and the ages of the kids (Lucy is 13, and Ollie’s 10) it wasn’t ideal timing. But we thought that if we said ‘no’, the offer may not come around again.”

By last April, Simon was deployed and by July the rest of the family – minus their beloved pets – were settling into life in lockdown in their new home on the 22nd floor of a high-rise apartment building in Makati, a city known for

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its skyscrapers, high-end shopping malls and expatriate community. Coming from their .8ha property in Somerville – complete with kitchen garden, orchard and plenty of space for their children and pets to run around – apartment living took some adjusting to, especially with Manila’s tight lockdown rules.

“Children here haven’t had one single day at school since February 2020. They can’t go to shops, out to exercise or visit anyone. Along with the elderly, children in the Philippines have been treated differently than in Australia during the pandemic; they are seen as highly precious and easily infectious, therefore since February anyone under 18 or over 60 hasn’t been allowed outside their homes.”

At the time of this interview over Zoom last month, however, there was a glimmer of hope with the announcement that children would possibly return to on-site learning a couple of days a week before Christmas. “With some restrictions easing in the last month, we’ve escaped the city a couple of times and headed to the beaches where there are more freedoms.

We miss the Peninsula beaches so much – although the water here is warmer!”

Jo says finding foster homes for their pets and saying goodbye was one of the hardest parts about leaving. “I always knew I’d miss our animals terribly; I just didn’t quite know how much. I often dream vividly of Marley our dog and wake up thinking I can feel his breath on my arm. And as I potter about the apartment I still look down before moving any furniture or closing a door to make sure Cosmo our cat isn’t lurking.”

As for culture and customs, one of the biggest celebrations on the calendar in the Philippines is Christmas. And if you thought November was too early to put up your Christmas tree, you haven’t been to the Philippines. In fact, Christmas begins in September, the first of the ‘ber’ months. “Christmas is huge here. From September, the shops are filled with Christmas stock, you hear Jingle Bells everywhere, and the malls look like Santa’s workshop. I’ve never seen anything like it.”

Christmas for the Johnsons this year won’t include shopping at Peninsula farmgates for their traditional family feast. “I love doing the big family lunch at home with local produce, but this year we’ll have Christmas lunch at a city hotel with other embassy families. We’re each other’s families now.”

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Mornington Peninsula musician Ben Ackerman picked up a guitar at age 16 and has been a musician ever since. Ben talks to Nikki Fisher about his diverse creative interests, the things that sustained him through lockdown, and what’s on the horizon for 2022.

Tell us about yourself and what you do.

I’m a musician, writer, and photographer. Being creative energises me as much as a good F45 workout or a swim in the ocean. I'm a father to four wonderful humans and would happily spend my days at the beach. I live in 'leafy Langwarrin' but grew up on Sydney's Northern Beaches.

When did you know you wanted to be a musician?

I’m one of four kids; we were fortunate to grow up in a family immersed in music. My father loved all aspects of music, and my mother is an incredible singer. We were never forced to play music but ultimately the call of the wild got me and I picked up my first guitar when I was 16 years old and haven’t stopped playing ever since. I was – still am – a huge ‘80s metal fan; my bedroom was plastered with Motley Crue, Skid Row, Warrant and Metallica posters.

Tell us more about your writing process and where you find your inspiration.

Inspiration comes from whatever is happening in life at any given time. I write based on reallife experience. I walk every morning and find myself making notes for lyrics on my phone as I walk. I wrote most of the album I released this year while out on long walks. It was a huge therapy session for me. I tend to write a riff and a basic melody line first. There’s the odd occasion when I will come up with a lyric and melody without playing an instrument. I don't plan my writing sessions. When I sit down to play for the love of playing, or just pick up the guitar as I walk past one, an idea will be born. I've been teaching myself piano and that’s also been a great outlet for writing.

Isolation has been rough for everyone in Victoria these past 18 months. What have you done to sustain your mental health and well-being?

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away at home. That helped keep me occupied. Outside of that, I've always been pretty big on self-care. I started to practise Vedic meditation 12 months ago; that’s been a game-changer. I walk every day – it’s my time to process stuff or just zone out and be present in the moment. F45 is my other fitness go-to.

What does Ben Ackerman have on the horizon for 2022?

I'm writing a series of kids’ picture books, I've just finished off a TV series bible for a cartoon idea that's been bouncing around in my head for about 10 years, and I'm working on a clothing label with my partner. I'll continue to write music in between; that never stops. I'd love to see a Mornington Peninsula-based album in which every song is a collaboration between different Peninsula musos.

You can check out Ben's music at www.bennettsark.com/music Ben Ackerman is a member of the MP Music Network. For further information about musicians, events or to get involved in the network, visit the MPMN Instagram page @mpmusicnetwork or its website at www.mpmusic.com.au www.morningtonpeninsulamagazine.com.au

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Sham’s the luckiest dog in Rye When people stop Sealey Brandt and her dog Sham on the beach to ask what breed Sham is, she replies: “He’s a Singapore street dog. And they say ‘What!?’.”

Sealey and her son Cooper were living in Singapore when Sham joined the family.

“We’d made a trip home to Australia and our other dog Sheda passed away while we were gone. Cooper wasn’t so excited about going back to Singapore, so I said ‘Let’s get another dog’. We looked online at the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in Singapore and saw this beautiful puppy with big eyes that said ‘Please take me home’. It gave Cooper something to look forward to.”

Back in Singapore at the SPCA, the dog they saw online was nowhere to be seen.

“I showed them a picture on my phone; he was out the back. He was about 10 months old, and basically his head was on the chopping block because he was such a big dog and most people in Singapore don’t want a big dog.”

Luckily for Sham, Sealey and Cooper were living in a house with a garden,

which was a requirement for Sham to be adopted out. “It took six people to get him into our car. He was the most nervous, terrified animal you’ve ever seen. This beautiful big animal had never touched grass, he’d never heard music, or heard people speak English. He was so frightened. It took a good two years of loving to really settle him down.”

In January 2015 it was time to move back to Australia, and there was no leaving Sham behind. “The cost of flying him home was double what I thought it would be, but Cooper and I couldn’t live without Sham. We trained him for three weeks to get inside his travel cage, which he really didn’t want to do. We were really worried about him flying and then doing 10 days of quarantine. We’ve never seen an animal so happy when we picked him up.”

Next stop for Sham and family before settling on the Peninsula was snowcovered Mt Buller, where Sealey – who is a family and pet portrait photographer – was exhibiting her work. “I bought him a jacket and he loved it. He ran into the

snow, he slid down hills; he became five years younger at the snow.”

Sham turns 10 in January. “We have birthday parties for Sham. At his first birthday in Singapore we had 45 dogs and 30 humans. I made him a cake and we had a dog trick competition. The humans joined in too, and the kids were the judges.”

In 2019 Sham had a health scare. “Sham hates being on a lead. We have an opendoor policy at our home and Sham kept wandering out when visitors came. The neighbours reported him as a ferocious dog, which he isn’t. My partner Rob suggested a behavioural assessment by the vet would help, and the Rye vet discovered a cancerous lump. It was successfully cut out and Sham remains the love of our lives and his doggy sister Shar. If it wasn’t for Rob, I don’t think he’d be here. We love you, Sham.

Wherever you go, we’re going with you.”

You can see more photos of Sham, and Sealey’s photography, on Instagram @ sealeybrandtphotographer NIKKI FISHER

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Better for life at home They say home is where the heart is, and most of us want to stay in our homes and maintain our health and independence for as long as possible. But have you noticed that you or a loved one is starting to struggle with health, daily tasks and general activities around the house?

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From decorations for the tree to gifts for all tastes and budgets – and of course wonderful food and wine – we’re incredibly lucky to have so many amazing retailers and producers here on the Peninsula and in Frankston, so let’s celebrate them and support them.

We’ve spent enough time online, so make your list and check it twice then head out the door to enjoy your local shops and speaking to people face to face.

We can finally be together with our nearest and dearest and make this a Christmas to remember.

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by 95 per cent and achieved 99.9 per cent plastic-free packaging, a rarity in the appliance industry.

Boasting an aesthetically pleasing, compact design, the juicer is available in red, white, black or silver, making it a sleek addition to the kitchen countertop.

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A S P EC I AL FEATURE FO R CH RISTM A S

If you’re needing to get into the spirit of Christmas and feel some holiday cheer, then a visit to Susan Russo’s store Christmas on Main is in order.

Susan’s magical store is filled with decorations in every colour and style you could imagine, from traditional red, green and golds to playful, modern offerings in pastel hues. They’re all ready and waiting for you to turn your home into a festive wonderland.

This year’s theme centres around gingerbread and candy canes. You’ll find everything from a wreath for the front door

to sparkling metallic stars, ornaments to commemorate baby’s first Christmas, and a rainbow of tinsel and baubles galore.

Collectors will swoon over the nutcrackers and elves in a variety of colours.

To really feel the magic, it’s best to visit in person. But if online shopping suits you better, hop on to Christmas on Main’s website and have a box of Christmas magic delivered to your door.

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At Linen House’s Sorrento store, discover fabulous bed linen and homewares at up to 70 per cent off.

Just in time for the warm weather is Aria, a cotton/bamboo range of quilt cover sets, sheets and towels. Favourable to allergy sufferers, it launders beautifully, dries fast and keeps you cool and comfortable.

Help with a loved one's alfresco dining this season with our pure linen napery, available in a range of hues that look marvellous mixed or matched. Our sought-after Nimes collection enjoys that perfectly rustic and effortless drape that looks divine in any setting, and it’s even more superb when styled with our woven and braided Plait placemats, adding charm to any table.

Whatever your desire this season, Linen House’s super-friendly and informed team of linen lovers and homeware enthusiasts are always thrilled to help you find just the right piece or look.

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A SP EC I A L FEAT U RE FO R C H R IST M A S

Well, what a trial the past couple of years have been for us all. COVID has certainly impacted our lives in more ways than we would like, but it’s time to get excited because travel is back on the agenda!

Throughout the many lockdowns that we have experienced, the team at Trish Stamp Travel have continued working for all our clients – rearranging travel plans, organising future travel credits and managing rules for credits and refunds. The constant opening and closing of state borders has been extremely challenging, along with permits, quarantine requirements and traffic light zones that are also hot and cold.

But now travel is back and we are here to help. The time is now to get in early and make your plans – we all love having a holiday in place to look forward to.

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should be visited.

Internationally for 2022-23, both river and ocean cruises as well as coach touring are proving popular and booking out quickly. Much of Europe and the USA have been operating as per normal for some time, so availability is quite limited – get in quick!

Don’t forget, we also offer gift vouchers – what a great Christmas surprise!

Thank you for supporting us and we look forward to seeing you all soon and helping you create some special travel memories.

And remember, without a travel agent you are on your own!

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From gifts to decorations, it’s all right here!

newsagency Cards • Gifts • News A: Eliza Square, Shop 7, 85 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza T: 9787 2268 E: shop@mtelizanews.com mtelizanewsagency

Christmas is only a few weeks away, and at Mt Eliza Newsagency we’ve got lots of beautiful gift ideas in store: books, calendars, diaries, toys, games and jigsaws just to name a few.

Besides our extensive range of cards and gift packaging, we have lovely scented candles, diffusers and soaps from Wavertree and London and Tilley, the majority of which are made in Melbourne. Our Christmas decorations are fun, whimsical, and a delight for young and old.

We also have a large range of Christmas crackers, candles and napkins to adorn the lunch and dinner table. Our ever-popular Tatts Scratchie stockings and trees are available to purchase now, and when you do, don’t forget a ticket in the $40 million jackpot Megadraw on New Year’s Eve (there won’t be a Saturday draw on January 1).

Finally, we would like to wish all our customers a Happy Christmas and thank you for your support through the year. To our fellow traders, it doesn’t get much tougher than the last two years have been for you. We wish you a relaxing Christmas (after Christmas Eve) and a successful and unrestricted 2022. Bring it on!

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Gifts, home decor, selected furniture pieces, fashion, accessories and home styling.

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Gift natural this season so your dear ones exclaim ‘Olive you!’

Fall in love with Olieve & Olie this Christmas thanks to their exceptional natural skincare products and chemical-free luscious scents sourced directly from sustainable local producers and farmers. They’ve made gifting easy with a plethora of choices for the whole family to indulge in. Shaving gel, foot bars, sanitiser and other items from their Olie range are just right for the hard-to-buy-for man.

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Start by perusing their luxe range of soaps including Soap-on-a-Rope, Limited Edition Soap with splashes of gold, or Handmade Soap Bars.

Olieve & Olie create handmade indulgent and creamy soap that is superb for everyday use, even as a

cleanser on the face.

Olieve & Olie’s Hand & Body Wash will leave your skin feeling clean and soft. It provides a deep cleansing effect while protecting and nourishing your skin. Choose from four lush scents and one fragrance-free option. For the ultimate gift, try their Wash & Cream Twin Set packaged in a stylish box.

Christmas spirit won’t be in short supply with their new range of Christmas Candles. Choose from Pine Needle & Eucalyptus, Plum & Juniper Berry, and Orange & Cedar Leaf. Alongside five original scents, these handmade candles are created using natural soy wax, high-quality

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fragrances and lead-free cotton wicks that have a 60-hour burn time.

Scrub away the day with an invigorating Coffee Scrub in Chai or Latte, which will awaken the skin with its smooth and creamy texture. Or go for the Salt and Sugar Scrub pouch.

Here, the combination of artesian salt and olive oil creates a superb exfoliation. For those after a vigorous scrub, the Salt Scrub Jar is best because it contains coarse salt.

Light a candle and sit back and relax because your gifting is complete thanks to Olieve & Olie.

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indimae is a women’s and children’s clothing label that came to life after the birth of Mount Martha designer Jessica Lingard’s first daughter in 2011. Jessica says the label grew “organically” from there, but with the arrival of three more children she struggled to balance motherhood and her creative passion. So she put indimae aside to focus on raising her young family over the next few years, an experience she says was at times difficult but “ever so rewarding” as well.

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and with the support of some amazing friends and family, I have found an even stronger determination and drive to follow my creative passion and show my children that dreams should always be followed and acted on,” Jessica says. “indimae has evolved with a reinvigorated sense of love and creativity put into each and every design.

“Motherhood has taught me that life can be both messy and beautiful at the same time, to embrace the unknown, to be genuine, authentic and kind, and to make the most of each day.”

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Take a tour around the Mornington Peninsula with Craft Markets Australia. Each month we host a series of premium-quality designer and makers’ markets in some of the Peninsula’s most Instagrammable locations.

Start the month in the rolling hinterland among award-winning eateries and wineries at our Red Hill Community Market; the next weekend, Mornington Racecourse welcomes you for a relaxing market stroll.

Next, explore the natural mecca that is Mount Martha, home to our market at The Briars. Finish your round trip with a visit to the Quarantine Station at Point

Nepean, right on the beach where Victoria meets the ocean, for a craft market with beautiful water views.

Each market is a feast for your senses, with our artisans presenting the highquality homemade, home-designed and home-grown produce they’ve become famous for.

Bring a friend and your Christmas shopping list and enjoy a day out with Craft Markets Australia. For more information, visit craftmarkets.com.au CRAFT MARKETS AUSTRALIA A: 10 Satu Way, Mornington T: 5976 3266 W: www.craftmarkets.com.au FB: craftmarketsaus INSTA: craftmarketsaus Photo by Stellar Images

offering a range of alternative health therapies Book your next session online 1/56 Hartnett Drive, Seaford www.liefde.com.au

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• Salt therapy booth • Infrared sauna • Remedial massage • Kinesiology • Sound healing • Meditation • Holistic counselling • Homeopathy • Reiki • Spinal Flow • Hahnemann healing • Concomitant healing • Beauty therapist

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Hairdressers are our friends for life If there was anyone missed more than family members during lockdown, it was hairdressers! Donna Sutherland and Maria Redmond, owners of Mornington boutique hair and beauty salon Amicus & Co, together with their dedicated team of stylists, were absolutely thrilled to be able to open their doors and welcome their loyal customers back when COVID restrictions eased last month. They all missed doing what they love best: helping the women and men who visit their salon to look and feel fabulous.

A hairstyle you love starts with a thorough consultation. The team at Amicus are friendly and approachable, they listen, and they only use the best products on your hair. Amicus proudly uses cruelty-free, vegan and organic hair products from AVEDA, Kevin Murphy and la Biosthetique. The team are committed to staying up to date with the latest trends and techniques to ensure that all customers leave with their expectations exceeded. In addition to providing precision haircutting – from sharp and bold to soft and seamless – you’ll find your colour specialist here too. Amicus are balayage and blonde specialists.

Donna and Maria and their team want to extend a big-hearted thank you to all their loyal customers for the support they’ve shown through the challenging year that 2021 has been and wish everyone all the best for a wonderful year in 2022. They look forward to seeing you soon.

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This year, why not buy a fresh, beautiful Christmas tree at an excellent price and help the Scouts to raise much-needed funds.

The Baden Powell Park Scout Group is selling Christmas trees every weekend in December from two locations: the Scout hall on the corner of Baden Powell Drive and Humphries Rd, and from Frankston Bunnings at Frankston Power Centre.

To make it a COVID-safe experience, you can pre-order and pay for your tree online at www.bpp.org.au and your tree will be patiently waiting for you to pick it up on a Friday evening, Saturday morning or Sunday morning.

To make it even easier, if you live in South Frankston or Mount Eliza you can choose to have your tree delivered and picked up after Christmas is over.

It’s all so easy! Once you have your beautiful tree, it will be over to you to go a little ‘Christmas Tree Whisperer’ and create a special theme in your home.

Sutton and Wesley Taylor, and Ellie and Freya Ford with one of the Christmas trees the Scouts are selling this year to help make your home look fantastically festive.

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Bayside Shopping Centre Frankston presents a new light and music sensory experience with the Christmas Infinity Room and giant advent calendar, as well as wonderful entertainment including carols and performances. It’s from Wednesday, December 1, and it’s free; www.baysidesc.com.au At Frankston Arts Centre, expect a brilliant mix of traditional Christmas carols such as Silent Night, Away in a Manger, and O Come All Ye Faithful right through to classic songs such as O Holy Night, The Holy City, and plenty more at A Very Merry Christmas Variety Special 2021. It’s on Friday, December 3, from noon-3pm; www. thefac.com.au Join the Queen of Carols for Christmas with Silve Paladino at FAC on Saturday, December 4, from 7.30-9.30pm. Celebrate the joy of Christmas in this concert full of your favourite carols and Christmas songs; www.thefac.com.au Santa is coming to Bentons Square and photos with him will be available at the Santa display opposite Woolworths. Santa will be raring to go from Saturday, December 4. There are also Sensitive Santa and pet photos available with no need to book. Check online to see when Santa’s available; www.bentonssquare.com.au It’s family photo-ho-ho time at Rosebud Plaza from Friday, December 10-Friday, December 24. ‘Tis the season for making magical memories, and Santa has made extra-special arrangements so that you can capture your festive family photo this Christmas. Online bookings are essential, and all children who visit Santa will receive a wooden reindeer puzzle to take home; www.rosebudplaza.com.au From Friday, December 10-Friday, December 24, you can take a selfie with Santa at the Mornington Village selfie station. Visit the website for times; www. morningtonvillagesc.com.au On Saturday, December 11, come along to Ritchies Village Mount Eliza from 10am-1pm and see Santa, Mrs Claus, Elf and Rudolf. A three-piece roving Christmas band will play for half an hour, then the band and characters will complete two more roving meet and greets from 11-11.45am and noon-12.45pm.

You’ll also be able to catch Santa and Elf on Saturday, December 18, Thursday, December 23, and Friday, December 24; there’s face-painting on Thursday, December 23, and Friday, December 24; and a roving Christmas band on Friday, December 24, from 11am-2pm; www.ritchiesvillage.com.au Santa visits Little Beauty Market on Saturday, December 11, from 10am-noon at Beauty Park, High St, Frankston. Kids will love telling the jolly man in red their Christmas wishes; www.littlebeautymarket.com.au Capture your family paw-trait from Sunday, December 12-Sunday, December 19, at Rosebud Plaza. Get into the howl-iday spirit with a festive photo starring every member of the family. Online bookings are essential, and sessions book out quickly; www.rosebudplaza.com.au Santa will be visiting the Mornington Railway on Sunday, December 12, and Sunday, December 19. From 10am, noon and 2pm, say hello to Santa and wave goodbye as the train departs. Tickets must be booked in advance; www. morningtonrailway.org.au Meet Santa on Saturday, December 18, as he spreads his Christmas cheer at Emu Plains Market, Balnarring Racecourse, from 10am-noon; www.emuplainsmarket.com.au Santa, Mrs Claus and Santa’s little helpers the Elves will be roving throughout the day at Mornington Central on Saturday, December 18, and Friday, December 24. Pop down and say hello.

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education and parenting Exploring pathways and new frontiers Justin Legg, senior hydrogeologist at Kaimātai Wainuku Matua, MHV Water in New Zealand, shares his trailblazing journey from working at Mount Eliza’s Woolworths to discovering gold in Kalgoorlie, and his advice for 2021 school-leavers.

What did you do after graduating?

Victoria was experiencing the worst economic recession since the 1930s when I graduated in 1991. I worked in Woolworths and studied building construction at Holmesglen TAFE for six months before I heard about an associate diploma course in ACT that could be used as a credit towards a Bachelor of Surveying and Geospatial Sciences, and moved to Canberra. I then did a geology degree at ANU and a Masters in Environmental Management.

What do you love about your career?

Traipsing around the bush and occasionally flying in choppers has felt a bit like an Indiana Jones movie at times. I’ve worked all over Australia and been privileged to work with the Mitakoodi and Kalkadoon people, and the Ngāi Tahu people in New Zealand. I’ve also worked in Botswana, Armenia, the Philippines, New Caledonia and the Solomon Islands. My career highlights include discovering gold in Kalgoorlie and developing a mine, finding fossilised stromatolites in Tasmania, and working with farmers, scientists and local Māori to restore waterways in central Canterbury.

If you were to sum up what your time at school taught you, what would it be?

Padua College focused on students becoming wellrounded beings. Teachers ‘saw’ us as people and treated

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us as adults, thereby allowing us the freedom to learn from our mistakes. I recall being taught to think critically rather than simply memorising facts and figures, which has proven to be an invaluable life skill.

What advice would you give to students graduating this year?

The world won’t fall off its axis if things don’t go as planned. Have faith in yourself, take risks, be open to

ideas, and prepared to put in the effort.

Visit www.padua.vic.edu.au for the full article.

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Howzat! Cricketers declare improvements a net gain Cricketers are bowled over with the Belvedere Cricket nets redevelopment at Seaford, thanks to a $271,000 investment from Frankston City Council. Seaford Tigers Cricket Club president Brett Millar said the redevelopment introduced a new level of safety for players, with retractable nets dividing spaces rather than poles that balls could ricochet off.

“We had our first session in the nets last week and it was a real carnival atmosphere,” Brett said. “The weather was great and people were everywhere, bowling and batting safely. Run-ups were better and no one was having to chase balls on to the oval. The club and playing community are so grateful. We are proud of the precinct that we have with a good pavilion, two cricket ovals and now these nets as well.”

Mayor Kris Bolam said the redevelopment was a vast improvement. “This synthetic surface will be so much easier underfoot than the mix of concrete and grass that was so challenging for bowlers. Removing the wire mesh from between the cricket pitches significantly reduces the risk of injury from balls ricocheting off posts. Replacing them with retractable netting also means that the space can be opened up for a variety of training options. It’s incredible to think that three cricket pitches can be turned into a space measuring 40m x 11m in a matter of minutes. I’m sure that will come in handy not just for cricketers but also for the Seaford Junior Football Club players who might sometimes take advantage of this space to protect their oval after bad weather.”

Pictured: Frankston state Labor MP Paul Edbrooke, Mayor Kris Bolam, Deputy Mayor Nathan Conroy and Seaford Tigers Cricket Club president Brett Millar celebrate the Belvedere Cricket nets redevelopment.

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Helping students to achieve their best Mornington SDS is proud to be recognised by our community as an innovative and individualised educational setting. Our school caters for children aged 2.8 years in the Early Education Program and students from 5 to 18 years in our Prep, Junior, Middle and Senior school.

Our school is committed to providing all students with engaging learning outcomes based on the Victorian curriculum. We actively promote the philosophy of continuous improvement and celebrate student success, teamwork and achievements. We offer modern purposebuilt learning spaces set in a safe and secure environment. Each classroom has an integrated SMART board, iPads and computers for student use.

Communication is a major focus of each child’s Individual Learning Plan. A variety of communication methods are used throughout the school, including speech, PECS, PODD and iPads.

Here’s what makes us different and unique: • Small class sizes taught by specially trained staff.

• Art and music therapy.

• Free chaperoned transport between home and school for students living in our zone.

• Safe and supportive learning environment.

• Regular camps, excursions and incursions with a focus on inclusion into our local community.

• Development of personal and interpersonal skills.

• Flexible dual enrolment opportunities.

• Early Education program for 2.8 to 5 years.

Extra activities in our curriculum include RDA, basketball, sailability, swimming, a vegetable garden, community access, travel training, work placement, bike education, camps and bowling.

Mornington SDS focuses on supporting students to achieve their individual potential and to be confident and motivated learners.

We welcome visitors to tour our school and meet and greet our students and staff within COVID guidelines.

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Future looms bright for Dromana College VCE students Dromana College is extremely proud of our outstanding 2021 Year 12 student cohort and we wish them well as they complete their final exams.

We have confidence that they will enhance our reputation as the College of academic excellence within the local community, bearing testament to the engaging, rigorous and sequential learning program delivered throughout Years 7 to 12. We take great pride in our exceptional results and anticipate that new benchmarks will again be set by this year’s students. Our community can rest assured that we will continue to strive for continuous improvement in outcomes for all students.

At Dromana College we give first priority to Literacy and Numeracy as the core and essential building blocks which underpin all learning and which enable students to excel. Students thrive in our supportive culture of high expectation, where our excellent teachers are seen as the most important resource towards student success.

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Our dedicated staff clearly understand their core business: focusing on effective teaching and learning and improving student outcomes. We also encourage and promote an extensive extra and co-curricular program to ensure that students have the right balance alongside their academic endeavours.

Our Senior students can look forward to successful futures as well-rounded and high-achieving young adults, ready and equipped to begin their post-school journey.

For the overwhelming majority of our VCE cohort, this will include admission into the university course of their first choice.

We congratulate in advance the Class of 2021 on what we confidently predict to be outstanding final results and wish them all well for their varied future pathways.

At Dromana College we provide a steadfast guarantee to our community that we will work tirelessly to continue our impressive trend of improving results for all students, thereby enabling them to strive to achieve their personal best.

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arts events leisure Celebrate art and nature at McClelland Gallery McClelland Sculpture Park+Gallery was delighted to reopen its gallery doors to visitors last month. McClelland director Lisa Byrne said: “It’s time to reconnect with McClelland’s unique combination of art with nature – what better way to reinvigorate your senses? Our beautiful bushland setting is bursting with the joys of spring, our sculpture park and gallery has exciting new works for you to discover, and our café has been reconfigured for your comfort and pleasure with a new seasonal menu and expanded shop area.”

McClelland reopened with an exhibition featuring works shortlisted for a series of major awards in drawing, watercolour, and ceramics. The works are

in the running for prestigious awards at McClelland totalling $55,000: the Rick Amor Drawing Award, the Splash McClelland Contemporary Watercolour Award, and the Senini Award for Ceramics by tertiary students. The exhibition will close on February 6.

The innovative exhibition Four x Four @ McClelland, featuring four commercial galleries each showing four artists, with works for sale to support contemporary art practice, is on from December 10-12, 11am-5pm.

The participating galleries are Sophie Gannon Gallery, This Is No Fantasy, Daine Singer, and MARS Gallery.

There will be outdoor refreshments, seating and café dining available throughout the weekend.

McClelland Sculpture Park+Gallery is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10am-4pm, and the café until 3pm, at 390 McClelland Drive, Langwarrin.

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Megan Pascoe, Steve Bastoni, and director Fred Schepisi, the festival’s patron.

Film festival makes a welcome return After a challenging year for Victorian events, the Peninsula Film Festival is back.

It will run across the long weekend of March 11-13, with the iconic short film festival on Saturday, March 12, at the Dromana Drive-In. “Victoria has been through a lot and there’s a real need for connection to others,” said festival director Steve Bastoni.

The festival launch on Friday, March 11, will feature a movie at Rosebud Cinemas attended by celebrity judges and industry luminaries. Tickets cost $25 and include nibbles and drinks.

On Saturday, March 12, the short film festival will screen at the Dromana Drive-In, with tickets $40 per car. And on March 13 a filmmaking workshop will be held at Rosebud Cinema; tickets are $10.

Filmmakers are invited to enter their short films up to eight minutes long for a chance to win cash.

There’s $5000 for the winning film, $2500 for second place and $1250 for third. You can enter at https:// filmfreeway.com/PeninsulaFilmFestival or head to www. peninsulafilmfestival.com.au for details.

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Sponsors back to support fundraising festival An enriched community spirit, more than $250,000 raised for blood cancer research and patient care, and more than 1000 participants enjoying the family-fun atmosphere inspired Gold sponsors Ritchies Mt Eliza, Peninsula Grammar, Charlton Degg, and Community Partner Ryman Healthcare to support the MY Mount Eliza Run & Fun Festival and Snowdome Foundation for another year.

Ritchies Supermarkets CEO Fred Harrison said he was impressed by the community values the event upholds and couldn’t wait to be a part of the event again in 2022.

“Our values align with the festival and we like to support and encourage our local community to come together for an annual event that promotes a strong and happy community who are motivated to give and champion others,” Fred said. Ritchies’ support extended through the Ritchies Community Benefits Card, with Snowdome Foundation set up as a benefactor.

Silver sponsors are Peninsula Vet Care; Me, Myself and I Design; Bluegum; Peninsula Hot Springs; PARC; Eview Mount Eliza; The Smile Place Mount Eliza; 3MP; and Media Words. Media Partner is Mornington Peninsula Magazine.

Registrations for the All Paws walk, and the 4km, 8km or 12km trail run/walk are open at www.mymounteliza.org.au The festival is on Sunday, March 20, at Mount Eliza Regional Park.

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Don’t let being tucked around a corner fool you into thinking that there’s nothing wondrous to see.

Colours of White’s founder and graphic artist, Durham J White, recalls often finding little hidden gems just off the main areas during his travels through Japan and how much pride and passion the artisans put in.

It’s no different here, with Colours of White offering some truly unique art pieces designed to draw those who stop to pause deeper in. Yes, there’s a splendour of colour, but the pieces in their entirety or as a set are bound to lift, complement and enrich a living space, or bedroom, and even office.

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Delights await you just around the corner With many satisfied clients and more and more connecting, why not come and experience it for yourselves today.

Ooh, and you’ll be sure to enjoy the eclectic collection of other treats, from gorgeous unique handmade jewellery to the sensory delights of our beautiful candle range, including the limited release Christmas Cocktail, a selection of Aboriginal artist-designed tealight holders and lamps from Koh Living, and the homely cushions, placemats and coasters featuring textural artworks from Durham himself.

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Frankston Arts Centre celebrates the arts in 2022 As the cultural heart of Frankston for more than 26 years, the Frankston Arts Centre has offered escape, joy, intrigue and laughter to the community – and after the temporary closure due to the pandemic in 2021, their stage is set to burst with many exciting shows in 2022.

While the annual selection of plays handpicked for the FAC season is usually launched at an event for members in November, in 2022 the program has been adapted into smaller seasons in response to the ongoing effects of the pandemic. The first ‘curtain-raiser’ miniseason is now on sale with two outstanding Australian plays, an award-winning family film with the soundtrack played live by the Grigoryan Brothers, and a hilarious show for kids in the summer school holidays.

The following seasons will be announced in

2022, with something on offer for everyone – expect drama, circus, family shows, music, literature, First Nations artists, history, comedy and physical theatre. Audiences will enjoy hidden tales of our own history, along with stories from New Mexico, Italy and Latin America.

Manager Arts and Culture, Andrew Moon, said: “The Frankston community has expressed their support of the arts with increased donations during the past year and a high level of audiences retaining tickets to rescheduled shows. We know that people are as keen to get back to the theatre as we are to raise the curtains.”

Visit thefac.com.au for more information.

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Lobster wall art to rock your world This ‘showstopping’ rattan-inspired lobster wall art piece has been meticulously handcrafted and handmade by Mount Martha artist Miffy Pittaway. It’s on display and able to be viewed and purchased exclusively through her selling outlet at Mark and Cherie Poulter’s delightful Veraison Restaurant at 1889 Point Nepean Rd, Tootgarook.

This uniquely Australian handcrafted and handmade piece has been created with rare seashells Miffy has collected from Australian beaches over the past four decades. None of the shells Miffy collects come from live animals, and none of the species are critically endangered, threatened or exotic.

Pop into Miffy’s selling outlet today at Veraison Restaurant.

There are 10 limited-edition items remaining at this impeccable restaurant.

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Great art available in Mount Eliza, Flinders & Sorrento Established over half a century ago, the acclaimed Manyung Gallery Group has a gallery in each of the must-go-to hotspots on the peninsula.

At the gateway to MornPen is the brand new Manyung Gallery Mount Eliza launching in December.

Here you can see quality contemporary paintings and sculpture in a large, high ceiling, industrial chic environment.

A huge range of Australian artists to view, and friendly discussions to be had!

At the southern ends of the peninsula are Manyung’s other galleries in the seaside hamlet of Flinders on Westernport Bay, and amidst the bustle of bayside Sorrento.

All in all, over 150 artists can be accessed at these sites.

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FROM NOW UNTIL SATURDAY FEBRUARY 26 every saturday Rise & Shine Yoga Do It Outdoors Summer Series; get active this summer and join FREE yoga! Head to one of the five locations each Saturday morning 9-10am to stretch and energise!

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Christmas with Silvie Paladino Frankston Arts Centre, 7.30-9.30pm; join the queen of carols for a Christmas spectacular with 55-piece orchestra and 60-member chorus; tickets from $69, book online or contact box office www.thefac.com.au

Soul Night Market 555 Old Moorooduc Rd, Tuerong; 60 boutique street food & drink trucks, handmade makers and live soul music; 5-9pm; SHOP.EAT.DRINK.SOCIALISE www.unrivalledevents.com.au/soul-night-market

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Christmas Picnics at Balnarring Balnarring Picnic Racing Club, 58 Coolart Rd, Balnarring; gates open 10am; tickets $15 www.balnarringraces.com

Bass & Flinders Distillery Gin Masterclass 40 Collins Rd Dromana, 11am-1pm; tickets $165; includes two-hour masterclass, 500ml takehome bottle of your own gin, gin tasting, cheese platter and more; book online www.bassandflindersdistillery.com

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Drawing and Collage with Beci Orpin Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, Civic Reserve, Dunns Rd, 4.30-5.30pm; $15 per child; suitable for ages 6-11 www.mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au/EVENTS/

Little Beauty Market Beauty Park, High St, Frankston, 9am-2pm; Santa visits from 10am-noon, the kids will love telling the man in red their Christmas wishes!

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FROM NOW UNTIL SATURDAY FEBRUARY 26 every third saturday Twilight Yoga Do It Outdoors Summer Series; Morning Zumba; get active this summer and join FREE Zumba! Head to one of the five locations every third Saturday of the month; 10.15-11.5am; www.discoverfrankston.com/do-it-outdoors-chill

FROM NOW UNTIL SATURDAY FEBRUARY 26 EVERY THURSDAY Morning Zumba Do It Outdoors Summer Series; Twilight Yoga; get active this summer and join FREE yoga! Head to one of the five locations every Thursday; 6-7pm to stretch and energies!

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Santa Arrival Parade Ritchies Centre Mt Eliza, 89 Mount Eliza Way, Mt Eliza; festive fun as Santa arrives with his friends at 10am, then meet Santa, Mrs Claus, Santa’s Elf & Rudolf the red-nose reindeer at 11am and noon.

Emu Plains Market Emu Plains Reserve, Balnarring Racecourse, Balnarring, 9am-2pm; Santa visits from 10am-noon, meet the man in red as he spreads his Christmas cheer! www.emuplainsmarket.com.au

Moorooduc Station Market 460 Moorooduc Highway, Moorooduc; 60-stall boutique handmade maker and street food market at historic Moorooduc station; great family day; www.unrivalledevents.com.au/ moorooduc-station-market

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SUNDAY DECEMBER 19

Amanda Tye, Anne Smeardon & Katherine Wood Exhibition Manyung Gallery Mount Eliza, 54 Mount Eliza Way, Mt Eliza, 10am-5pm; join Manyung Gallery this December as they introduce new artists Amanda Tye and Anne Smeardon, alongside a brand new collection of paintings from Katherine Wood. www.manyunggallery.com.au

The Detonators Melbourne-based root rockers; Tom Katz Live at Sorrento Portsea RSL, 1-3 Hurley St, Sorrento, 4-7pm; tickets $10, book online

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The King of Rock & The Prince of Pop They were the biggest rock stars on the plant – over 60 hits combined; Frankston Arts Centre, 8-10.25pm; tickets $75; book online or contact box office www.thefac.com.au

Peninsula Summer Music Festival 2022 festival is taking on a new look, online! A series of video presentations that align with the festivals beliefs of creating music from a diverse range of styles, releasing a new video every day for 5 days; www.peninsulafestival.com.au

Porsche in Motion An experiential roadshow like no other, providing a Porsche experience beyond the dealership; Dromana Drive-In; 11am-7pm; for more information and test drive bookings visit www.porschebrighton.com.au

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Advertising, stationery, corporate apparel and signage all make up the rooms of your corporate house.”

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Over the past three editions, Eat.Drink has become extremely popular as a corporate gift or present to visitors to remind them of their stay on the Mornington Peninsula.

Many builders and real estate agents are also giving copies of Eat.Drink to new purchasers, and we encourage all business owners to ‘give a gift of the Peninsula’.

Businesses can grab a box of 20 Eat.Drink books for just $150, or single copies for $14.99. Pair with some delicious wines, beers, gins, whiskies or rums that are made right here and you have a ripper gift that supports local business and showcases our region.

We are so lucky to have Richard Cornish and Max Allen produce dozens of interesting yarns in this edition celebrating everything delicious on the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston.

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health, beauty, fashion Dive into a new career as a swim teacher Peninsula Leisure is hoping a new initiative will get more children into swimming lessons and more Frankston residents into jobs. The Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre’s Swim Teacher Active Recruitment program was established to tackle an industry-wide swim teacher shortage by addressing two key barriers: the upfront costs involved in training, and the time it takes to undergo the training without income.

Peninsula Leisure CEO Katherine Thom said the aquatic industry was experiencing a national swim teacher shortage due to the lack of available industry training and the prolonged COVID closures that forced many teachers to find other work. “It’s hard to become a swim teacher,” Ms Thom said. “You need to fork out money to get qualified and then do in-water hours without income before you can land a job. With so few people entering the profession of swim teaching, we knew we had to reimagine our recruitment process in order to attract more quality teachers to PARC.” The cost of the participants’ qualifications will be covered and they will be paid for their in-water training

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hours. At the end of the program, they will be offered employment as a PARC swim teacher. “PARC Swim’s vision is that every child in Frankston can swim,” Ms Thom said. “Our new STAR program means we can train more swim teachers more quickly and they can start earning income sooner.”

PARC Swim teacher Paula urged people to check out the program. “There’s nothing more satisfying than teaching a child and watching them develop not only their swimming ability, but also as a person. Being a swim teacher gives you countless opportunities to make a positive impact on a child’s life. This is one of the most rewarding jobs around.

“Contributing to water safety not only helps develop children’s knowledge of how to survive in the water if they fall into a pool, off a boat, into a river, dam, lake or any body of water, but also life skills to pass on to family and friends.

“The STAR program is so appealing for people of any age or background to develop a set of amazing skills to help children and adults learn how to be safe in water (and it) will help you financially to get you started on the path to a rewarding career.”

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Spa promises a new level of wellness Pioneering urban retreat Aurora Spa is making a bold move from St Kilda – its home of 24 years – to become a feature of the $120 million redevelopment of Sorrento’s historic Continental Hotel.

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To be reimagined as Aurora Spa & Bathhouse, the 1000 square metre seaside sanctuary is expected to set a new benchmark for Australian spas, bringing an elevated level of luxury design and therapeutic wellness to the Peninsula’s most sought-after holiday spot.

Designed by award-winning global architecture studio Woods Bagot, and with a colour palette referencing the Peninsula’s beloved coastline, Aurora Spa & Bathhouse will have eight treatment

rooms, a float room, four hydrotherapy pools and several contrasting thermal experiences, from traditional sauna to a salt therapy room. There will even be an ice-filled ‘igloo’ room, making this one of Australia’s most unique wellness experiences when it opens in 2022.

The thermal bathhouse and wellness spa will complete the hotel’s lifestyle precinct, which will also be home to the 108-room InterContinental Sorrento Mornington Peninsula, and an impressive selection of highly curated food and beverage outlets operated by high-profile chef and restaurateur Scott Pickett.

Aurora Spa & Bathhouse’s extensive list of sensory treatments will span everything from a Magnesium Muscle Soak & Float to the indulgent six-hour Signature Bathhouse Retreat.

Aurora Spa & Bathhouse founder Lyndall Mitchell said: “The Mornington Peninsula has been my own seaside retreat for many years; it’s where I go to switch off and refuel. The Mornington Peninsula offers an instant infusion of nature and well-being, and this new bathhouse experience draws on both the heritage of European curative water therapies and the healing power of hot and cold contrast therapy. We are excited to be unveiling a new benchmark for spa and wellness in Australia and continuing the evolution of our Aurora experience.”

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Common questions that we get asked as orthodontists When is the best time to start orthodontic treatment?

We recommend a first orthodontic assessment for children aged between seven and nine because some benefit greatly from early intervention. Wearing certain appliances may reduce a child’s time in braces later and may also make treatment more effective.

Do many adults get orthodontic treatment?

We are seeing a growing trend in adults seeking orthodontic treatment, with many choosing to improve their smiles later in life. We offer many aesthetic options to suit your lifestyle, including clear braces and aligners (Invisalign and Spark).

Will my child still be able to enjoy the activities they love?

Some appliances are removable and some stay fixed in place. Dr Peter Scott and the team love to take the time to get to know you and your family to determine the most appropriate option. This includes your weekend sport and the name of your dog!

Dr Scott and his team have grown to better service the Frankston and Peninsula region and welcome Dr Peter Tran to the practice. Dr Tran is a University of Melbourne graduate and has a special interest in early treatment and clear aligner therapy. He is exceptionally great with children and can sometimes be found making balloon animals rather than bending wire!

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Stephanie is an experienced Astrologer and regular contributor to

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by Stephanie Johnson

Aries: You are ready to start an exciting new chapter of

Leo: The end of the calendar year is party time. And Leos love a good party. You are likely to be celebrating with young and old alike. With an attitude of gratitude, you lead the way when it comes to fun. A Solar Eclipse on December 4 lights up your love life.

Sagittarius: It’s time to shine. A Solar Eclipse lights

Taurus: Relationships are the theme of your life right

Virgo: Plans are afoot in your living quarters. Perhaps you are redecorating, decluttering or even renovating.

Or maybe someone else is prompting some changes, moving in or moving out. Visitors may be on their way.

Or you could be about to visit relatives. You could even be moving house.

Capricorn: You may feel like a hermit. The reason

Libra: Your mind is buzzing. On the positive side you may be working on a creative project, something that keeps your mind occupied with great ideas. You may be planning a social event, connecting with siblings or chatting with neighbours. Reading, short courses and mindfulness could help you to stay positive.

Aquarius: December sees your socialising ramp

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your life, either through travel, study, writing, publishing or teaching. This month is all about finding inspiration and setting your goals. You may receive good news or a boost during the Solar Eclipse at the start of the month.

now. This month it’s all about money, joint savings and investments, and who wants what. Change is afoot and you need, once again, to be as flexible as possible. If you are single then you are likely to change your investments.

Gemini: Your prime relationships with other people are highlighted. If you are single then this could be your connection with your best friend, or a significant family member. You are either relying on them, or vice versa.

December is your month to focus on interactions and ensure that your rapport is positive.

Cancer:

December is your month to start your own personal health revolution. You can tweak your diet, dust off your running shoes, or get familiar with down dog and happy baby. It’s up to you. The main aim is to start new health habits and diss any lingering bad ones.

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It’s time to assess your personal resources.

Planets are aligned in the money sector of your Solar Chart. December is mostly to do with money matters – how much you are earning, how you pay the bills and whether you are satisfied with your income. This month it’s also about your bargaining power.

up your Zodiac Sign on December 4, heralding good vibes and setting the scene for the rest of the month.

The last couple of years have called for adjustments, perhaps even letting go in certain areas of your life.

is that it’s time to be a bit more reclusive. This could be because you have a big project that requires concentrated work, or perhaps you need a rest after a busy period. Either way you benefit from taking a break from hectic festivities.

up. You are likely to be touching base with many of your acquaintances, friends and work colleagues. You may also link with a new set of associates, joining a new group or new work scenario. Your natural communication skills are your best asset now.

Harvard Business School professor Bill George wrote a book called Discover Your True North.

He asks pertinent questions to help you find your true north. December is your month to follow his advice, or someone else who you trust, to ensure that you are heading in the right direction.

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Two much-loved Frankston City tennis clubs now have an amazing new home. Frankston Tennis Club and Frankston East Tennis Club have merged to become the Frankston Centenary Tennis Club and are settling into their stunning $4.2 million site on the corner of Centenary Park Drive and McClelland Drive, Frankston North.

Frankston Centenary Tennis Club president John McGillivray said the merger had been a smooth and amicable process. “The new plexi-cushion courts have been a success, with all players being impressed by the surface,” John said. “The lighting of those courts is first-class. The renovation and modernisation of the clubhouse is complete and has been well received by both members and visitors. Membership is steadily growing and several tournaments have been booked to take place at the new modern venue. Planning with Frankston City Council for the completion of landscaping is well underway and should be completed within the coming months. Special thanks to Frankston City Council and their recreation team for their involvement and assistance during the very important and challenging period of redeveloping the venue.”

The project was completed with $1.5 million from the council, $3 million from the sale of land by the State Government, a joint contribution of $35,000 from the Frankston East and Frankston tennis clubs, and $50,000 from Tennis Australia.

Mayor Kris Bolam said the redeveloped pavilion included open social space, kitchen and servery, storage and cool room, accessible shower and public toilet, meeting room and tournament office, painting and service upgrades and new male and female change rooms and amenities, as well as carpark upgrades and imminent landscaping.

“Importantly, the new club features 13 fully upgraded hard surface courts with new lighting and fencing,” Cr Bolam said.

Deputy Mayor Nathan Conroy said: “Frankston City has a major infrastructure program underway with a significant focus on our much-loved and used sports facilities. The new Frankston Centenary Tennis Club underscores our commitment to providing the best for our residents and particularly cements council’s commitment to futureproofing tennis in our region for generations to come.”

Frankston state Labor MP Paul Edbrooke said: “I’m proud to support the $4.2 million Frankston Centenary Tennis Club project, which will provide modern facilities and become a major asset to our local community and region as an attractive location for competitions, encouraging increased membership and participation.”

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December is finally here, and it’s time to feel the Christmas cheer by raising our glasses with friends, family and work colleagues.

What a year it’s been!

Creating a delicious drinks list is just as important as what’s on the menu as you plan your holiday season get-togethers and celebrations. To help you out, Mornington Peninsula Magazine has compiled your ultimate guide to festive specialty drinks from

talented brewers, distillers and bartenders across the Peninsula.

Over the following pages you’ll find something to suit all tastes and occasions.

There are classic cocktails such as mojito or cosmopolitan, or perhaps Peru’s signature pisco sour is more your style. For cider drinkers, you can’t beat cider made with organically grown apples and nothing else. It’s crisp, purely delicious and refreshing. Local

beers and spirits are crowd favourites too.

Non-alcoholic drinks are big news this season, and the ones we feature are elevated to new heights with Australian native ingredients such as Davidson’s plum, lemon myrtle and finger lime.

When you’re choosing what to imbibe, choose local. You’ll be supporting the small businesses that make the Peninsula the joy that it is to eat and drink our way around.

Best specialty drinks

Bass & Flinders Distillery Inspired by the coastline, sea breezes and rocky shores of the Mornington Peninsula, Bass & Flinders Maritime gin is a fresh, savoury gin that delivers a uniquely Australian twist to create the perfect G&T. And nothing says summer on the Peninsula quite like this quintessential classic cocktail.

For a refreshing tipple after a day in the sun – or even just while relaxing in the shade – fill your G&T glass with cubed ice, add 30ml of Bass & Flinders Maritime gin and top with Fever-Tree Mediterranean tonic water. Garnish with dehydrated lemon and dehydrated saltbush, and enjoy.

You could also get creative and rim the glass with lemon myrtle-infused salt to highlight the locally foraged botanicals from our coastal home.

40 Collins Rd, Dromana 5987 3893 www.bassandflindersdistillery.com

Brass Razu We’re back, just in time for summer. And what is summer? It’s hot, and we need fruity frozen libations to cool us down.

We also need majestic unicorns to take away those pandemic blues.

Introducing ‘The Horn-ey Bastard’, we blend coconut rum, Lillet Blanc, strawberries and lemon for this simple and yet delicious twist on a frozen daiquiri. Every drink comes with its own unicorn and can be enjoyed in our freshly renovated courtyard. Why not take a picture against our tinsel wall and enjoy everything the weekend has to offer: friends, laughs, and cocktails of course.

We are thankful for the amazing support we received throughout the lockdowns with our cocktail delivery service and again as we reopen more and more for the silly season.

Brass Razu is open Tuesday to Sunday.

Book now for drinks or ‘Bottomless Pizza & Cocktails’ every Thursday night and Sunday day.

13 Main St, Mornington 5975 0108 | www.brass-razu.com.au

Eddies Organic Cider Eddies Cider uses 100 per cent certified organic fruit grown locally from our sixthgeneration farm. We are one of the few cideries that grow and harvest the fruit that we turn into cider.

We use absolutely no preservatives, chemicals, artificial colours, or flavouring. Yes! Our cider is also gluten-free and vegan-friendly.

Our multi-award-winning Apple Cider is quite renowned for its crisp, refreshing, real-apple flavour. Our newly added Pear Cider is quickly becoming a crowd favourite, with its smooth and easygoing palate.

Both Eddies Apple and Pear Ciders aren’t sickly sweet or overly dry. It’s the Goldilocks of the cider world – just right!

Come say hi and have a try of the Eddies Cider range at your local market, or simply check us out online at www.eddiescider.com.au FB: EddiesCider INSTA: eddies_organic_cider

Jetty Road Brewery Refreshingly tart, Jetty Road Brewery’s Blueberry Sour Beer balances sour, sweet and salty. JR’s head brewer describes it as “sea spray on a sweltering summer day, fruit salad at your summer barbecue or the streak under the backyard sprinkler”.

Jetty Road recreated this traditional German Goslar brew with ‘kettle souring’ techniques and added fresh sea salt for a mineral character reminiscent of the good old days.

Not satisfied with just that, the brewery also pumped 400kg of fresh blueberries into the mix.

Beer-lovers will appreciate the refreshingly tart flavour and nuanced complexities, while visitors to JR who don’t enjoy ‘beery’-tasting beer will love the fact that this warmer-weather ale invigorates like only a perfectly balanced beer can. In the end, you can’t go wrong with the Blueberry Sour.

12-14 Brasser Ave, Dromana 5987 2754 | www.jettyroad.com.au

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Iron River Bar & Grill Iron River Bar & Grill is a family-owned and operated business in the heart of Frankston.

When looking at the menu, you’ll find an extensive cocktail list, including the classic mojito and cosmopolitan.

If you’re at home, try their much-loved PINK 75. You will need: 15ml raspberry cordial, 30ml triple sec 30ml Gordon’s pink gin, Dash lemon juice Lemonade Build in a tall glass with ice, and garnish with fresh mint and lime slices. This refreshing summery drink is perfect for you and your guests.

Pop down and see the team at Iron River, grab a table out front and watch the world go by with a delicious cocktail in hand. There’s plenty of space inside for larger groups too. Happy hour is 4-6pm daily with $10 selected cocktails.

434/437 Nepean Highway, Frankston 8765 2498 | www.ironriver.com.au

The Sound Bar Swimming out of the bay and walking across the road to The Sound Bar is the Tipsy Mermaid, as colourful and as fun as her name suggests and epitomising the new look of The Sound Bar venue.

Simply combine Kraken, Malibu, a splash of blue curacao, fresh lime and pineapple, then shake and pour over ice.

It’s the perfect Sunday sesh drink while listening to live music – at The Sound Bar, of course!

1625-1629 Point Nepean Rd, Capel Sound www.capelsoundbar.com.au

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Walk across the road from Rosebud Beach to The Foyer Café Wine Bar and get yourself an Orange Sherbet – it’s smashing, baby, yeah! This is the refreshing summer drink that will give you back your mojo and have you quoting Austin Powers until you order another one.

This concoction trip is a mix of triple sec Cointreau, limoncello, fresh citrus, and of course sherbet.

The Foyer Café Wine Bar is open Thursday to Sunday from 8am ‘til late.

1017 Point Nepean Rd, Rosebud 0403 611 553 www.thefoyerrosebud.com.au

Let’s go fly a kite! It’s all about flights at The Foyer Cocktail Wine Bar this summer.

The Foyer prides itself on displaying the very best of what the Mornington Peninsula has to offer, so why would their drinks be any different?

They offer flights and tastings of local and international wines, gins, whiskies, tequilas and so much more, and all flights can be accompanied by food pairings.

You’ll find a selection of the finest beverages from Bass & Flinders Distillery, Chief’s Son Distillery, Rahona Valley, Quealy Estate, Jetty Road Brewery, and Phaedrus Estate, so treat yourself to a taste.

The Foyer Cocktail Wine Bar is open Thursday to Sunday from 8am ‘til late.

1017 Point Nepean Rd, Rosebud 0403 611 553 www.thefoyerrosebud.com.au

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ETCH Sparkling

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ETCH Sparkling is a range of sophisticated alcohol-free beverages that are crafted using sustainably farmed Australian native ingredients. There are five delicious flavours to choose from: ZST – Finger Lime, Lemon Myrtle and Rosemary PLM – Davidson Plum, Riberry and Strawberry Gum HNY – Local Flora Mornington Peninsula Honey and Rosewater MTN – Mountain Pepperberry & Raspberry APL – Bush Apple and Kakadu Plum RNG – Orange and Quandong You’ll find ETCH at selected stockists, including Ritchies IGA supermarkets. See our website for our list of stockists at www.etchsparkling. com.au. Enter the code LOCAL at the checkout to receive 13 bottles to the dozen when you purchase a mixed case of 275ml bottles and receive free shipping across the Peninsula.

Follow ETCH Sparkling on Instagram or Facebook @etchsparkling, and remember: ETCH = Every Time Choose Health. www.etchsparkling.com.au FB: @etchsparkling INSTA: @etchsparkling

The Redskin Rumba is a house special and has been on our list for so long that the product has changed name. Now known as the Red Ripper, it has kept us sane through numerous lockdowns with deliveries to your door reminding you of childhood memories while also boozing you up!

Vodka is infused with Red Ripper lollies (formerly Red Skins) for a minimum of 28 days and shaken hard with fresh lemon juice, sugar syrup and egg whites, then topped with a housemade sherbet rim.

Guess we’ll be seeing soon then!

1183 Point Nepean Rd, Rosebud 5982 3901 | www.themilbri.com.au

The Milbri With Christmas upon us, we have dedicated The Mounty to the cinnamony (we make words up like we do cocktails), toasty and boozy lovers of Saint Nick day. We use a snow bunnies’ favourite in Fireball whisky, a Canadian favourite in maple syrup, shake it with some fresh lemon juice and serve it with a toasted cinnamon foam while sprinkling it with doughnut sugar. Insert drooling Homer face and you are welcome!

1183 Point Nepean Rd, Rosebud 5982 3901 | www.themilbri.com.au

Squires Loft Mornington The Pisco Sour cocktail is Peru’s signature drink, but you don’t have to travel to South America for a taste – it’s available right here at Squires Loft Mornington. The pisco that we import from Peru is made from the same variety of quebranta grape that the Pisco Museum in Lima uses, so you know it’s authentic.

The famous Pisco Sour has a taste like no other – a curious mix of sharp tang and sweetness, with a bright and refreshing citrus flavour. What we do know is that once you taste it, you’ll be hooked and will want another.

Give it a few more years and it will be as famous as the espresso martini. A Squires Loft Mornington pisco sour is definitely a cocktail that you will want to try.

104 Main St, Mornington 5976 8482 www.squiresloftmornington.com.au

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MARKETS PENINSULA & FRANKSTON All markets are confirmed with organisers before publication, however, late changes can occur.

For FREE inclusion online and in print, please email market details to publishing@mpmag.com.au by the 15th of each month.

EVERY WEDNESDAY Main St, Mornington: 9am-3pm between Cromwell and Albert streets EVERY THURSDAY High St, Hastings: 9am-1pm, 40+ stalls, everything homemade, home-grown & crafted Plaza Palooza: 9am-4pm, Langwarrin Plaza, Langwarrin EVERY SUNDAY Bittern: 8am-1pm, 70+ stalls, Frankston-Flinders Rd, Bittern station Frankston: 8am-1pm, Sherlock & Hay carpark, Young St, Frankston SUNDAY DECEMBER 5 Moorooduc Station Market: 460 Moorooduc Highway, Moorooduc; 60 stall boutique handmade maker and street food market at historic Moorooduc station; great family day; www.unrivalledevents.com.au/ moorooduc-station-market

FRIDAY DECEMBER 10 Soul Night Market: 55 Old Moorooduc Rd, Tuerong; 60 boutique street food & drink trucks, handmade makers and live soul music; 5-9pm; SHOP.EAT.DRINK.SOCIALISE www. unrivalledevents.com.au/soul-night-market SATURDAY DECEMBER 11 Crib Point Community Market: second Saturday of month, 9am-1pm, Crib Point Community House, 7 Park Rd, Crib Point Little Beauty Market: Beauty Park, High St, Frankston, 9am-2pm; Santa visits from 10am-noon, the kids will love telling the man in red their Christmas wishes! www. littlebeautymarket.com.au Rosebud Community School: second Saturday of month, Nepean Hwy, the old carnival site on Rosebud Foreshore (opp 7-Eleven), 120+ stalls, handmade and new items, produce and plants Rosebud Foreshore (opposite 7-Eleven), 120+ stalls, handmade and new items, produce and plants

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

SUNDAY DECEMBER 12 Mornington Racecourse Craft Market: Racecourse Rd, 9am2pm; 300+ stalls with animal farm and face-painting for the kids SATURDAY DECEMBER 18 Boneo Community Market: third Saturday of the month, 8am-noon; cnr Boneo and Limestone roads Emu Plains Market: Emu Plains Reserve, Balnarring Racecourse, Balnarring, 9am-2pm; Santa visits from 10amnoon, meet the man in red as he spreads his Christmas cheer! www.emuplainsmarket.com.au Pearcedale Market: third Saturday of month, 8am-noon, 710 Baxter-Tooradin Rd, Pearcedale Point Nepean Portsea Market: Portsea Quarantine Station, Point Nepean National Park, 9am-2pm SUNDAY DECEMBER 19 Mount Martha Briars Market: 450 Nepean Highway, Mount Martha, 9am-2pm SUNDAY JANUARY 2 Moorooduc Station Market: 460 Moorooduc Highway, Moorooduc; 10am-2pm; 60-stall boutique handmade maker and street food market at historic Moorooduc station; great family day; www.unrivalledevents.com.au/ moorooduc-station-market

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For great shopping, it pays to be crafty

Looking for the very best crafty shopping experiences on the Mornington Peninsula?

You’ll find them both indoors and outdoors from the creators of Untold Events Co. Here are their top three go-to destinations.

First up, discover the Emu Plains Market. Unlike any other market you have ever seen, the EPM offers a festival-like atmosphere featuring an amazing array of food, live entertainment, fun for the kids, and of course more than 250 of the very best makers and creators that Melbourne and the Peninsula have to offer. Plan a trip to this iconic market that’s held every month from November to April.

Next, visit the prettiest market around. Little Beauty Market has quickly become the creative hub of Frankston, showcasing more than 100 talented makers hand-picked for their uniqueness. Experience all the sights and sounds this beautiful market has to offer on the fourth Saturday of the month at Beauty Park in Spring St, Frankston.

And last but not least is the coolest new kid on the block – Albert and Daphne, an interesting store of curious goods in the heart of Main St, Mornington.

It’s a curated collection of unique finds; a haven for beautiful men’s and women’s clothing, accessories, one-of-a-kind homewares, shoes, artwork, and of course special gifts. It’s a must-visit store this summer.

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food wine produce Peninsula restaurants upstage their city rivals The Mornington Peninsula has outgunned Sydney and Melbourne at the inaugural Australian Star Wine List Awards, with two of our restaurants taking home three of the seven awards up for grabs. Ten Minutes by Tractor’s restaurant at Main Ridge took out the major award – known as the Grand Prix – for the best wine list in Australia, also winning the By The Glass category and picking up silver in the Sparkling Wine List category. Laura at Pt Leo Estate won Best Austrian Wine List.

Ten Minutes by Tractor owner Martin Spedding said he was “so proud” of the team for what they had accomplished. “When we first opened the restaurant, we knew we wanted to showcase wines not just from the Mornington Peninsula but from across the world to give our guests the opportunity to further enhance their dining experience with wines they’ll never forget.”

Sommelier Xavier Vigier described the awards as “a once-in-a-lifetime achievement” that would encourage the Ten Minutes by Tractor team to keep doing what they were doing.

“Coming from the other side of the world, I have been fortunate to make the Mornington Peninsula my home,” Xavier said. “I’m very proud to have been able to help put this beautiful place on the map for Australian restaurants with a global outlook on wine. I love the personal connection with our guests and taking them on a journey through different wine regions, and, when they will allow me, to push them to try new things they never would have.”

Jury member Arvid Rosengren said of Ten Minutes by Tractor’s Grand Prix triumph: "To win this category, you of course have to have width and depth. The selection here is excellent, but what really made them stand out is that they are a producer restaurant and still have such a vast selection.”

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If you have an idea for a food business brewing – maybe catering or selling handmade foods at markets – but you don’t have access to a commercial kitchen to bring it to life, District Kitchen in Rosebud is your answer.

It was founded in 2020 by husband-andwife team Lauren and Ryan Murphy, who saw the need to support chefs, cooks and aspiring foodie entrepreneurs who required access to a commercial kitchen without all the overheads and bureaucratic hurdles to jump through that come with registering and operating a kitchen commercially. The District Kitchen solves this problem.

Lauren says: “A lot of people have made career changes during COVID. We’re

seeing a lot of chefs who are developing their own food products.”

If you have the idea, Lauren has the kitchen ready for you. The purpose-built kitchen is available for short or longterm hire and provides the ultimate flexibility because it’s open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for one team at a time. Cooking is a dream in this modern kitchen that’s fully equipped with commercial-grade appliances, equipment, and utensils. You can book a time to view the kitchen and see if it will meet your needs. What are you waiting for?

DISTRICT KITCHEN A: 11/9 Newington Ave, Rosebud T: 0405 694 151 W: www.districkitchen.com.au FB: thedistrict.kitchen INSTA: thedistrict_kitchen

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Master’s last project Japanese master chef Hikaru Orita starts his days scouring the markets of Melbourne for the best seasonal produce. By mid-morning, the 70-yearold chef is in his Balnarring kitchen preparing for the evening meal.

Chef Orita once commanded kitchens across the Asia Pacific for the Hyatt group from Hawaii to Honolulu. He came to Australia with the Hyatt and then founded his own restaurant in Toorak Village – Orita's – where for 16 years it stood as a beacon for lovers of Japanese food. Six years ago he moved to a smaller, slimmer dining room in Balnarring Village as part of a slow, well-planned retreat from the world of restaurants into retirement. continues opposite page

The master of Japanese food in Balnarring offers omakase Balnarring Village is blessed to have Master Hikaru Orita and his restaurant Orita’s 2 in residence. Master chef Orita is unique in his philosophy and approach to food. He defines himself as ‘a spiritual chef’, choosing to work solo in the kitchen so each meal he prepares has his full attention. He even talks to the fresh produce before cooking.

Master hand-selects produce daily from his garden or local growers to create his pre-order Omakase menu. Some of his garden specialties include yuzu, ume, Sakura flower, persimmon, cumquat and fresh sansho herb. The food transformation then takes place on the plate.

Orita’s 2 surpasses typical traditional experiences of Japanese food because Master is like a food magician. He has more than 50 years’ experience in Japanese cuisine and was trained by the founder of teppanyaki style, hence his passion for steak.

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Bookings are essential because Master cooks his Omakase menu for 25 guests only each evening.

Omakase translates to “I’ll leave it up to you”.

Put your trust in Master’s hands to take you on a magical culinary journey. It’s like having your own personal Japanese chef.

Some of the highlights include super fresh sashimi, homemade gyoza, Okonomiyaki, grassfed beef Misoyaki, and grass-fed beef tenderloin teppanyaki style. Whenever possible, Master will personally deliver his food to your table.

Bookings are essential. Orita’s 2 is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for lunch from noon2.30pm, and for dinner from 5.30-8.30pm.

Takeaway is available Thursday to Monday from noon-6pm. It’s closed Tuesday and Wednesday.

ORITA’S 2 A: Shop 17 Balnarring Village, 3050 Frankston-Flinders Rd, Balnarring T: 5931 3232 W: www.oritas2.com.au FB: oritas2 INSTA: oritas2

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"This is where I am going to concentrate on cooking the very best food I love, working with the best quality ingredients, the best of the season," he says. His whitewalled dining room is lined with dark leather banquettes at bare hardwood tables, sake jeroboams lined up above.

A central table is made from a single piece of polished ancient timber. Through the short double curtains you can see into the small, domestic-size kitchen where Chef Orita works by himself on an omakase menu.

Omakase is the Japanese style of dining where the guest leaves their ordering in the chef's hands. It is similar to degustation. For Chef Orita, it is about finding the best possible ingredients that week or even day and making

dishes from them. The seven-course meal will start with a delicate salad, move to a soup, and then beautiful handmade gyoza filled with hand-chopped cabbage and prawn, garlic, and fresh garlic shoots. Next will come sushi and sashimi. Chef Orita still sources his seafood from the same high-end suppliers he worked with when he was opening the Grand Hyatt. His accompaniments and sauces are made in-house, some based on soy sauce sourced from a 400-year-old manufacturer in Japan.

Next will come teppanyaki beef, cooked Zen-like over coals by the chef as opposed to the 'Las Vegas'-style circus antics of the American-style teppanyaki. "I learned to cook from the chefs who invented teppanyaki," he says. For those wanting to explore more luxurious dishes, Chef Orita will prepare golden lobster – medallions of fresh lobster tail coated in seasoned egg, deep-fried and dusted with gold leaf. The meal may finish with yoghurt

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flavoured with kabosu. Rare Japanese citrus Chef Orita grows in his own garden, served with a streak of fruit compote, chocolate, and homegrown flowers. In fact, all the flowers in the restaurant are from the chef's garden.

He is an auteur, an artist. From his mid-20th century jazz soundtrack to the late 19th century Hokusai prints on the wall, every part of Orita's 2 is about an experience curated by a man with many talents. He promises that this will be the last version of what he has done so well all his life – cook to the height of his ability.

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Time to download the Food and Wine with Love app Isidora Love tells us about her app, Food and Wine with Love.

“Our initiative together with creating a fantastic food ordering app and website to support the Mornington Peninsula community and hospitality industry has become an advertising traffic engine and marketing powerhouse.

Even though a lot of effort has gone into this, we have loved developing this initiative and watching it explode.

Our hard work freely serving our community for the past two years has been incredibly rewarding. It has inspired us to offer the same opportunities to Greater Melbourne

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food businesses so they also can take advantage of our food ordering app and website specially made for Aussie businesses and access our audience.

Of course, our first love will always be our Peninsula foodies and we will continue to market and showcase them because this is where it all started.

We believe expanding to Greater Melbourne will be of great benefit to our locals, giving them exposure and access to new customers and opportunities.

We invite Melbourne food businesses to join our foodie community, get in touch to be part of this powerful initiative, and benefit from what Food and Wine with Love has to offer.”

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Taste the delights of Greater Dandenong

Discover the vibrancy and diversity of Greater Dandenong and enjoy the region’s rich array of culinary delights on one of the city’s acclaimed food tours.

Join other food lovers for an authentic celebration of food and culture in one of Melbourne’s most celebrated and thriving food heartlands. A visit to the City of Greater Dandenong allows you to travel the world without the need for a passport.

Now officially recognised as Australia’s most culturally diverse community, Greater Dandenong provides a rich tapestry of cultural experiences that will awaken the senses and leave you

wanting more. The perfect way to get your first taste of the city is on a Food Lovers or Cultural Tour. Explore Afghani culture in Dandenong’s Afghan Bazaar precinct or travel to South-East Asia in Springvale.

Greater Dandenong’s celebrated twohour tours provide generous samplings of a rich array of cuisines and conclude with a delicious meal. Book one of the scheduled tours today or contact the City of Greater Dandenong to tailor one for a group of your closest family and friends.

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Who doesn’t like dumplings and desserts and on this tour you can indulge in both.

You will be treated to a variety of dumplings along the way and finish with fabulous desserts.

Do you have a group of friends or colleagues and can’t make one of the scheduled dates? Did you know that we can organise group bookings for 8–16 people available upon request.

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Awards honour Mornington Peninsula’s top wines The Mornington Peninsula Wine Show is an annual event dedicated to rewarding the exceptional work of the region’s winemakers and sharing the Peninsula’s best wines of the year.

After a difficult 12 months of lockdowns, intense weather and the challenge of managing life in a pandemic, it was fantastic for the community to come together again at Pt Leo Estate in November and take time to taste a selection of the gold medal-winning wines from the 2021 show.

Eight trophies were awarded across classes from sparkling to dessert, including reds, whites, and the Peninsula’s signature chardonnays and pinot noirs. The chardonnay and pinot noir wines presented and recognised by the awards were the highlight of the show, with Yabby Lake winning the Chardonnay Provenance Trophy and Ten Minutes by Tractor taking out the Pinot Noir Provenance Trophy.

The wines of provenance showcase the quality and consistency of Peninsula chardonnay and pinot noir over the years. Chief judge David Bicknell said these wines provided memorable moments for the judges and demonstrated how the Peninsula produces wines with impressive “ageability”.

“The Pinot Noir Provenance award could have gone two or three ways,” David said. “It was a close-run class that created lots of discussion among the judges about vintage variation and wine selection. In the end we

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The pinot noir class presented the same challenge, David describing it as the tale of two vintages with 2020 being a much cooler year than the 2019 vintage. The winner was the 2020 Paringa Estate Robinson Vineyard Pinot Noir.

The Best Red Varietal or Blend was won by the 2019 Yabby Lake Single Vineyard Shiraz, which outclassed the other entries because of the notable balance between the fruit, oak and acidity.

But it was the 2010, 2012 and 2016 Ten Minutes by Tractor McCutcheon Vineyard that stole the hearts of the judges this year alongside the 2011, 2014 and 2017 Yabby Lake Single Vineyard Chardonnay.

Pt Leo Estate was the perfect setting for the awards, with its views of the Southern Ocean reminding everyone of the significant influence the maritime climate has on the flavours and styles of Peninsula wines.

Mornington Peninsula Wine CEO Olivia Barrie said it was wonderful to see a room full of joyful faces and to take time out together after a difficult year.

"We haven't seen each other in so long and we are blessed to have so many amazing people contribute to our industry here on the Mornington Peninsula," Olivia said.

The 2021 Mornington Peninsula Wine Show trophies were designed by Peninsula artists from Gordon Studio Glassblowers, making it a distinctly Mornington Peninsula occasion for celebration.

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went with the bravery of the producer to only show mature wines – Ten Minutes by Tractor. The wines were from 2010, 2012 and 2016, all mature, balanced and telling the story of the season in which they were grown. They were clearly from the same place and the same producer.”

Yabby Lake won the Chardonnay Provenance Trophy with the 2011, 2014 and 2017 Single Vineyard Chardonnay, which David said was a clever entry because each wine came from cooler growing seasons, reinforcing the sense of place and maker.

“The wines were pristine, elegant and complex, with length to burn. Brilliant wines; the essence of coolclimate chardonnay.”

The sparkling wine class was also impressive, with fewer entries but with the trophy going to a standout wine in the 2017 Portsea Estate Traditional Method Sparkling.

There was a great spread of trophy winners this year, with the 2021 Crittenden Estate Peninsula Pinot Gris taking the trophy for Best Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris.

Best White Varietal or Blend went to the 2018 Foxeys Hangout Late Harvest Pinot Gris, which the judges noted had a good depth of flavour and was beautifully balanced.

The 2019 Montalto The Eleven Single Vineyard Chardonnay was the winner of Best Chardonnay, which proved a challenging variety with a lot of variation between the 2020 and 2019 vintages.

MORNINGTON PENINSULA WINE SHOW 2021 TROPHY WINNERS Best Sparkling Wine: 2017 Portsea Estate Traditional Method Sparkling Best Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris: 2021 Crittenden Estate Peninsula Pinot Gris Best White Varietal or Blend: 2018 Foxey’s Hangout Late Harvest Pinot Gris Best Chardonnay: 2019 Montalto The Eleven Single Vineyard Chardonnay Best Red Varietal or Blend: 2019 Yabby Lake Single

Vineyard Shiraz Best Pinot Noir: 2020 Paringa Estate Robinson Vineyard Pinot Noir Chardonnay Provenance Award: 2011, 2014, 2017 Yabby Lake Single Vineyard Chardonnay Pinot Noir Provenance Award: 2010, 2012, 2016 Ten Minutes

by Tractor McCutcheon Vineyard Judging took place on Tuesday, 9 November at Pt Leo Estate.

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Building excellence the Voller way The team at Voller Builders are becoming well known on the Mornington Peninsula for building outstanding architecturally designed homes. With a career spanning more than 15 years, Diccon Voller leads a team of talented carpenters and engages only the best local tradespeople on the Peninsula to deliver his award-winning homes.

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The Voller team identify communication and service, second only to incredible craftsmanship, as the key to their success. Building strong relationships with their clients from the very first interaction enables them to develop the trust and rapport deemed critical to a positive build journey. “When clients feel engaged in their build and comfortable to ask any questions they might have, the building process is so fluid and enjoyable,” Diccon says. “We love working with our clients to deliver on their

hopes and dreams, exactly as they have envisaged them.”

A recent Voller build, this beautiful home, pictured, was an ode to love, a dream long awaited. Every detail of the aptly named Harbour House was designed to absolute perfection. From handmade tiles to reclaimed hydro wood, no finish was forgotten. The Voller team ensured every detail was exceptionally executed to deliver on the light and luxe brief for a wonderful client.

Voller Builders services the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. Make your dream home a reality, and call Voller Builders today.

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RT Edgar Peninsula’s director Vicki Sayers has been recognised for the fifth consecutive year by the Real Estate Institute of Victoria, picking up the 2021 Residential Salesperson of the Year (Executive) award in October.

Vicki was first awarded the title in back-to-back years in 2017 and 2018 before completing a hattrick of awards in the Executive category from 2019 to 2021. She was the first woman to receive the accolade.

“It’s a great honour to be acknowledged by the REIV with this award,” Vicki said.

“Our industry is all about connecting people to their dream properties, and I really enjoy that side of the business, so to be recognised for that is a great feeling.

My thanks to the REIV, my team at RT Edgar Peninsula and to all of our clients we’ve been able to help into the market around the Mornington Peninsula.”

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revenue under difficult circumstances due to COVID restrictions. Vicki and her team took every roadblock and obstruction as an opportunity, pivoting quickly to a virtual listings model and ensuring properties were available to view online and in local press. Thanks to their pro-active approach, the RT Edgar Peninsula team were able to recruit new staff and continue to upskill their current employees during the lockdown.

“It was important for us to maintain our high level of service, and we knew to do this we had to ensure that we were kept connected and supported,” Vicki said of keeping her staff motivated and engaged during a difficult period.

“During lockdowns, we delivered flowers, food, wine and motivational cards to staff to keep up morale and personally acknowledged their individual roles and the success they contribute to the business.”

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6 Gulls Way Frankston South This mid-century Chancellor & Patrick home typifies the innovation this architectural partnership brought to energy-efficient home design on the Mornington Peninsula.

Original floors and locally quarried stone synthesize a low-maintenance design with an Insta-worthy kitchen where aggregate concrete floors, European appliances and a considered use of timber anchor the living room and a lush lawn surrounded by fruiting trees.

Original elements throughout include timber wall paneling and lighting.

It’s a dazzling reminder of enduring values and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to enhance a landmark property for the enjoyment of generations to come.

15 Alice Street Mount Martha Simply stunning from the striking coastal exterior to the spectacular contemporary interior, this beautiful 5 bedroom, 5 ½ bathroom lifestyle address is a light-filled haven of refined style.

Maintenance-free and placed within an idyllic country-style laneway, the blissful nature of this exceptional home is matched by its designer style. A tranquil forecourt surrounded by greenery welcomes you into the towering entrance foyer to an open home office and an elegant formal living room with a stone stacked gas pebble fireplace. The evocative dining and expansive living rooms enjoy glorious garden and pool outlooks through fully-retractable glass doors, promoting alfresco dining and summer enjoyment with an eleven metre solar heated lap pool and landscaped gardens.

With generous stone benchtops and high-end appliances, the gourmet kitchen is an entertainer’s delight. This irresistible home is just a short stroll from the beach, The Estuary and The Village, and is appointed with ducted heating and refrigerated AC, Firestreak natural timber floors, auto gates, DLUG with internal access and potential for an internal lift.

We specialise in the ares of Frankston South, Mount Eliza, Mornington and Mount Martha.

Our Sales and Rental teams at RT Edgar Peninsula are excited to be able to assist you if you are considering a change or are curious to know what your property is worth, please contact us to discuss.

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Uncovered windows are responsible for up to 50 per cent of unwanted heat gain in summer. Luckily, dc+b specialises in a number of products that can make a difference to your energy consumption and your bank balance. dc+b’s cellular blinds offer superior energy efficiency with savings of up to 32 per cent on your cooling and heating costs compared with a standard roller blind. They are crafted with a unique honeycomb structure that saves energy by trapping air, making it easier to cool your home.

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It’s remarkable the difference having the right curtains or blinds can make to the look and feel of your home or office. Window coverings have both a practical and aesthetic purpose, and the experts at Shades of Australia in Mornington are only too happy to help you find the perfect solution for your space.

This family-owned and operated business has built a reputation for excellent customer service and satisfaction over the past 30 years. Neil and Anne-Marie Paparella bought the business 20 years ago and are proud to now have their son Nathan and his wife Elisabeth continuing to provide excellent service and top-quality custom-made interior and exterior blinds, curtains and window furnishings to homes and businesses across the Mornington Peninsula.

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friendly staff who can step you through the decision-making process to find the right blind or curtain style and fabric to suit what you have in mind. The team are up to date with the latest industry trends and have a large range of curtain fabrics, samples and working displays that you can test to make your decision easier.

If you’re looking for an exterior blind that provides sun protection and privacy, Shades of Australia have a great range from traditional awnings to folding arms and roofing systems. You’ll also find a range of track blinds in various weave fabrics or PVC that work beautifully to transform your pergola into an area you can use all year round.

SHADES OF AUSTRALIA A: Shop 8A, 1-13 Mornington-Tyabb Rd, Mornington T: 5975 9366 W: www.shadesofaustralia.net.au FB: shadesofaustraliablinds INSTA: shadesofaustraliamornington

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Somerville Cove commands a prime position along the stunning shores of Somerville. A collection of 9 waterfront apartment buildings – set amongst Westernport Bay, quiet bush trails and one of the largest dry-docking stations in the state. It’s the modern collective the Mornington Peninsula has been waiting for.

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Effortless lawn mowing is now a reality Have you ever dreamt of sitting back and relaxing while your lawn mows itself? Darren and Rebecca Morris, the owners of BattMow, can make that dream come true.

BattMow is Darren and Bec’s new business, providing sales, service and installation of Husqvarna Automower robotic lawn mowers and garden battery equipment for residential and commercial properties across the Mornington Peninsula and beyond.

“We’ve been out to Sorrento and all the way to Healesville so far,” Darren says. “With the world changing to be greener and more ecofriendly, we specialise in battery equipment with little noise and no emissions.”

Darren has more than 25 years’ experience in landscaping and maintenance through his other business, Southern Landscapes.

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to become installers of their mower.

“After completing full training and getting more of an understanding on how advanced the Husqvarna Automower and batteryoperated equipment is, I had to get on board and open a shop.” The BattMow shop is under construction and is expected to be open by the middle of 2022 in Somerville.

In the meantime, get in touch with Darren for a free estimate and demo of their batteryoperated garden equipment. Whether you live on a residential block or acreage, run a maintenance business or even a winery, you’ll be amazed at the intelligence and performance of the Husqvarna equipment available through BattMow. BATTMOW A: 34/31-33 Milgate Drive, Mornington T: 0407 118 788 FB: Battmow INSTA: battmow

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Enjoy your outdoor area even more this summer With all the madness we’ve experienced in 2021, it really is time to take a breath, take a break, enjoy the fresh air, and spend precious time with family and friends.

That’s where the team at Camerons Blinds & Awnings come in. With a custom madeto-measure folding arm awning, they can create a versatile cool and shaded oasis for relaxing, entertaining and dining outdoors this summer.

Folding arm awnings provide distinctive and functional extensions to your outdoor living areas as well as shade protection for windows and doors. They can also be used in normal rain conditions, making them a versatile all-weather cover.

Camerons owner Norm Lees says the functional cantilever design means that, when extended, no posts or supports are required, leaving the area below totally free for entertaining or relaxing. Manual operation is so easy, and motorisation is also an option for all awnings, with wind and sun sensors available too. Their motors can be operated via remote control and also via your phone, tablet, Google Home or Amazon Alexa/ Echo devices.

Camerons has been manufacturing and professionally installing quality products for more than 36 years, specialising in both domestic and commercial projects. Offering a full shop-at-home service, Camerons comes to you to provide a free measure and

quote as well as all the advice, solutions and samples required to transform, shade and cool your outdoor area.

You can also visit their huge showroom where all the products they make are on display, so you can try before you buy.

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The change of season is the perfect opportunity to update your space to suit the warmer days. No more heavy leather sofas.

It’s time to strip it back to lighter materials like linen and cotton, with the ease of changing it up whenever you feel like.

As a result, modular sofas have become an increasingly popular option this season. Generally, modular sofas offer up to four component combinations. These options allow you to create the perfect set-up and rearrange it as you see fit. If you're trying to decide on which modular sofa is best suited for your space, look no further than OZ Design’s Loft range.

Make the Loft work for you, your family and your space.

With six different configurations, this modular sofa will provide more flexibility to allow you to easily transition from family living to hosting friends and relatives. In addition, changing configurations is easy. Modular sections allow your seating arrangements to be easily

rearranged and transported to a new location.

Maintaining a clean home isn’t always easy. Spending more time outdoors this summer means dirty handprints and footprints are inevitable on your furniture. However, with the Loft’s slip-on cover feature, you can easily combat these issues. It also provides the flexibility of you buying a second set of covers in a different colour to change up your look. When one thinks of slip-cover sofas, the words ‘outdated, chic traditionalists’ usually come to mind.

However, the Loft’s modern silhouette challenges this reputation to accommodate in-demand contemporary furniture lines—the result is a fresh upholstered piece that embodies that cosy-modern vibe.

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Get outside and into the kitchen As a dedicated Weber store, Foxy’s provides the complete range of Weber barbecues and accessories backed by the exceptional service and advice of our trained staff. Our team is passionate about barbecuing and ready to help you find the right Weber product and get the most out of it.

Designing an outdoor kitchen is usually a long and complicated process. When delivering and assembling Weber built-in barbecues as part of an outdoor kitchen, we’ve seen the difficulties, frustrations and time delays that can be encountered.

After undertaking thorough market research, and working closely with highly regarded local suppliers, we have created an outstanding range of outdoor kitchen choices. Readily available to suit your needs, the outdoor kitchens are delivered and assembled

by Weber, and are backed by Weber’s renowned warranty and customer service.

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tops and waterfalls, Laminex alfresco doors and V-Lite interiors, a range of handpicked appliances, and of course a Weber built-in barbecue.

Come in and use our specially built Weber Outdoor Kitchen Designer app to help you effortlessly create your new Weber outdoor kitchen. Choose the barbecue, modules, colours and appliances that are right for you. You’ll have all the information at your fingertips, and a Weber kitchen specialist will be able to help you through the process and answer any questions you have along the way. You’ll be presented with a full plan of your kitchen, from a high-resolution render, technical drawings and required services, all in one place. Talk about making things simple!

Don’t hesitate to talk to one of Foxy’s friendly staff to answer any questions you might have – they’re available seven days a week.

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Well, after quite a wet and cool spring you get the sense we may be in for a lot more heat in the coming weeks. The rain has been welcomed in the garden and the soil has remained nice and moist throughout, but as soon as the sun pokes its head out and there’s a puff of wind from the north, everything feels quite dry.

A well-functioning irrigation system is absolutely necessary if you are going to get the most out of your edible garden during the warmer months. If your patch goes without water for even just a couple of days when it’s warm, your crops will suffer substantially. Those short, stunted tomato plants you sometimes get, or the crinkle-leaved cucumbers, usually aren’t a symptom of poor planting or a dodgy seedling. It’s generally that the soil on and below the surface is so dry that the plant cannot access any nutrients and your plants go into survival mode.

It is thus very important that you spend the time and/or dollars to ensure your plants have access to a consistent supply of water and food. Install a drip irrigation system. It’s easier to do than you probably think. There’s also plenty of information around, and if you’re really stuck, go down to your local irrigation supply store with a rough sketch or plan of your garden and they’ll be able to help you design a system and supply you with all the pieces.

Once installed, cover your drip-lines with a thick layer of mulch to reduce evaporation and check on it every couple of days at the start to make sure everything is done up tight and that there are no leaks. During these warmer months you will want to water your crops at least every morning – if there’s no rain. Fifteen minutes at sunrise and another 15 minutes in the late arvo should provide your plants with adequate moisture over summer, which you can then knock back to every second day as we approach the cooler months. However, the amount of moisture you retain in your soil will be dependent on the soil structure and how well you have prepared your soil.

Another cause of plants drying out is wind. While the crazy wind we had in the second half of spring caused a lot of structural damage to trees around the neighbourhood, many of our fruit trees also suffered from wind burn and loss of moisture in their leaves. Protecting our fruit trees and vegie gardens from wind like this is important if we are going to produce bountiful harvests. Planting screening trees and large shrubs will guard against damaging wind and will help our plants thrive even when Mother Nature decides to turn it up.

If you haven’t already, it is still OK to plant some late tomatoes, cucumbers, corn, capsicum, chilli and eggplant. In fact, you can still plant most of your favourite warmseason vegetables provided it’s not one of those belting weeks when you choose to get stuck into the garden.

HAPPY GARDENING! Drew Cooper, Edible Gardens, www.ediblegardens.com.au Peninsula Plants, www.peninsulaplants.com.au

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Seahorses an aquarium pet without peer With work currently underway and a summer without a pier to access in Rye, it’s an incredible time to understand one of the pier’s most popular species, the seahorse. As part of the Parks Victoria rebuild, some old pylons will be left to allow current species to remain and in the process give snorkellers an opportunity to still experience a chance encounter with one of the 170 species living there.

Pot-belly or big-belly seahorses, along with short-head seahorses, share a firm exoskeleton, prehensile tail and horsehead shape, but it’s their breeding behaviour that most people are fascinated by.

When it comes to seahorses, Peninsula biologist and dive guide Morgan Kurrajong is so enamoured of these sparkly creatures that it inspired his purchase just over a decade ago of a pair of seahorses from a seahorse farm in Tasmania. Since then, Morgan has been breeding his own here on the southern Peninsula. In the wild, seahorses in Victoria are protected just as great white sharks are, but seahorse farms mean these creatures are widely available to the aquarium trade. This protects wild populations

from poaching and as such is a valuable conservation tool, given an estimated 37 million seahorses are taken from shallow, lush coastal waters every year, mostly ensnared in indiscriminately disposed fishing gear.

Morgan explains: “The courtship of seahorses is easily observed in aquariums. I find them absolutely enchanting, the way the females grow the eggs, then in an elaborate courtship dance she passes them into the male’s pouch. The male then fertilises the eggs in the pouch and carries them around for 30-50 days, after which they hatch and he births them as free-swimming independent fry.” Somebody stop the cuteness!

Since moving to the Peninsula, Morgan has started expanding his breeding set-up to supply aquariums with seahorses. He also has a commercial licence to collect and sell their favourite food, mysid shrimp.

If you’re looking to add a seahorse or two to your home, I hear their table manners may be in question with their fascinating rapid-slurp feeding behaviour. But apart from that, I think they make the perfect pet to inspire greater connection to nature.

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