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Denique Adlam admires works at the Continental Hotel. Their annual art prize has been running for 16 years – cementing its place as a must-see for art lovers on the Mornington Peninsula.

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Roo slaughter on our roads Mike Hast mike@mpnews.com.au MORE than 70 kangaroos have been hit and killed by vehicles on Mornington Peninsula roads this year, says animal activist Craig Thomson. Mr Thomson, secretary of Animalia Wildlife Shelter, said roos were being forced on to road reserves by property owners building “9-foot [3-metre] kangaroo-proof fences, especially in the Tuerong to Cape Schanck area”. “The fences limit their ability to move across the land,” he said. “Kangaroos on the peninsula are

an isolated population and we could loose them forever if we don’t protect them.” He said most roos killed were eastern greys, the dominant species in the region. “This is an extraordinarily large number of animals to be killed in a short period of time. It is a miracle that no motorists or passengers have been killed yet.” He said it was often thought that large numbers of roos being killed on roads was the sign of an expanding kangaroo population but this was not the case on the peninsula.

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Road deaths: More than 70 kangaroos have been killed on peninsula roads this year and wildlife protector Craig Thomson blames roo-proof fences and clearing of habitat. Picture supplied

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“We are clearing too much vegetation including areas for market gardens.” He said there had been reports of roos entering people’s front yards more frequently. One woman in Cape Schanck was now keeping her gate closed all the time as she was worried about roos accidentally harming her children and pets. “Habitat loss is pushing kangaroos on to roadside verges,” Mr Thomson said. “Many verges are on narrow roads with high speed limits so it is only a matter of time before someone is killed, while we continue to loose our

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Rate cap means lowest rise in years COMMENT David Harrison “ROLL out the rate cap,” one hears muttered across the peninsula as people prepare to fork out for their 201516 rates and charges to Mornington Peninsula Shire – bills averaging nearly 6 per cent more than last year. After a decade of steep hikes, up nearly 120 per cent in that time and invariably by more than the shireannounced figure, rate relief is in sight. It will be imposed on councils by the state government from 2016-17. It will bring genuine, substantial relief. The rate rise is proposed to be 3.05 per cent, unless the shire succeeds in arguing for a higher figure, which is most unlikely. The previous lowest rate was 3.5 per cent in 2001-02. The state Opposition has supported Labor’s reform, announced in May 2014. The rate cap is calculated using 60 per cent of the consumer price index plus 40 per cent of a Treasury

figure, the wage price index – wages are a major council cost – minus an efficiency factor, which will be zero in 2016-17 then rising by 0.05 per cent in subsequent years. The cap will be administered by Victoria’s Essential Services Commission (ESC). Its final report to the state government is due to be submitted no later than this week. The dire warnings emitting from such anti-cap groups as the Municipal Association of Victoria – “This shortsighted approach could have devastating and far-reaching consequences for unsuspecting communities” – contrast strongly with pro-cap newspaper reports. Said the Herald Sun, reacting on 3 May 2014 to Labor’s plan: “Local councils will be forced to cap annual rate rises at the inflation rate under a bold election pitch by state Labor to rein in spiralling household costs.” So what can we look forward to when rates are capped? Not this year’s 5.9 per cent rise, or anything near it.

The rate curb proposes to deliver its initial 3.05 per cent rise in 2016-17, falling to 2.85 per cent the year after and 2.8 per cent in 2018-19. Surely there’s a catch, a loophole? Well, there is – but any council that thought it could wriggle through has already found otherwise. The ESC has done its job thoroughly and fairly. Councils with special needs can seek a rate rise above the cap but will have to demonstrate that need “rigorously”. The cap plan will also watch for council financial jiggery-pokery. “We are likely to have an unfavourable disposition towards applications for higher rates due to unbudgeted increases in controllable costs,” the ESC warns in its draft report. But, “There are no circumstances under which councils should be prohibited from seeking a rate variation above the cap … each application should be assessed on its merits”. Many factors can arise that could cut council income. Rural councils with small revenue bases can suffer costly

floods or bushfires that destroy assets such as community halls and fences. The ESC lists factors such as “loss of a revenue source, natural disasters, demographic changes, and superannuation requirements” as legitimate reasons for councils to seek relief. But while adopting an “accommodating and flexible approach”, the ESC will expect councils to submit strong cases. For years the shire and other councils have helped themselves generously to residents’ funds. The shire boosted the unfair flat-rate Municipal Charge from $100 in 2005 to the present $180, a leap of 125 per cent. It was in effect a “ghost” additional rate, placing a proportionally larger burden on the poor. Public pressure stopped a proposed rise to $190 in 2013-14 and it has not risen since. Against these years of bureaucratic larceny stood ratepayer associations such as the Mornington Peninsula Ratepayers’ and Residents’ Association, generally ignored by council bureaucrats. In one recent year the

shire’s budget was locked up before the deadline for submissions had passed. The shire emphatically opposed rate capping when it was proppsed last year. Such a cap would result in a “significant reduction in the delivery of quality infrastructure and services provided to our local community”, then mayor Antonella Celi warned. In a florid “we’ll all be rooned” statement, she said the rate cap imposed after council amalgamations in 1994 had had effects that were still being felt in some communities, but not in the shire, of course. In 2010-11 and 2011-12, shire rates rose by 6.2 per cent and 6.8 per cent. Remarkably, in the following year – a council election year – the figure was just 4.45 per cent. The challenge for councils and their councillors is to become more businesslike, to apply better standards of administration and planning to ensure the sky does not fall in. Households manage on what they have: why not councils?

Education ‘key to beat sex trade’ A HUMAN rights organisation based in Mornington helps girls in rural Cambodia get an education and this, in turn, makes them less vulnerable to people traffickers and the ubiquitous sex trade. Mornington resident Nicky Mih established Free To Shine in 2010 to “make a difference” to the thousands of southeast Asian girls who find themselves exploited through poverty, lack of education, and ignorance. “The organisation began with a simple idea: ‘It starts with you’,” she said. “I kept reading these harrowing stories about girls in the sex trade and it got to the point that I had to act, I had to do something to help.” So Ms Mih, with a background in teaching and working with children, packed her bags and headed to Cambodia. She arrived in Siem Reap and spent a month with survivors of sex slavery. What she heard horrified her. There are a number of great organisations in the cities helping girls escape the sex trade, but rural areas are often overlooked. The difficulties accessing remote communities and villages have stopped other organisations from helping these girls, but not Ms Mih. Claire Schnackenberg, who is doing an internship at Free To Shine, said studying was the most effective way to stop people traffickers, as well as listening to the stories of survivors and local victims, so Ms Mih de-

cided to make education her organisation’s main focus. “She found that girls who were better educated were far less likely to be targeted, and that simply being in school can make all the difference,” Ms Schnackenberg said. “Involving the local community is also essential in getting sponsors and supporters.” In five years, Ms Mih and Free To Shine have put 500 at-risk girls back in school and provided them with basic human rights such as clean water, shelter and food. Backed by a team of dedicated young women, including a group of Mornington residents, Free To Shine also helps Australian women. By providing leadership opportunities, as well as skills in working in a human rights organisation, the women involved are helping girls on an international scale and getting the experience they need to enact change in their communities. Free To Shine’s Mornington Masquerade Party is on Saturday 10 October. The night of dancing, music and fun supports an organisation committed to helping Cambodian girls. Alongside its annual party the group runs movie nights and participates in fun runs. For more info, check out freetoshine.org or on Facebook at facebook.com/FreeToShine. org Stephen Taylor

Making a difference: Chloe Tuppen, Nicky Mih and Claire Schnackenberg of Free To Shine. Picture: Yanni

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Fence award taken in stride A FENCE made from recycled and reclaimed timber? What a good idea! That’s what Rye resident Lisa Hart thought as she and her family nailed on the eclectic range of palings. Their new front fence was taking shape and they were proud of it – despite its rather “individual” appearance. Lisa even sought help from her friends on Facebook: “Hi all, we are currently building some new fences from recycled or reclaimed timber, and we need more palings. Anything will do; it doesn’t have to be fence palings, and it can be painted or unpainted – the more character the better. “The timber needs to be over 1200mm long and not too thick, but any shape will do. So, if you see any on your travels, or have some stashed away that you no longer need, please let us know. “Here is a photo of our work so far to give you an idea.” But, it seems, not all the neighbours agreed, with a laminated note placed in their letterbox one morning saying: “Congratulations, you officially have the ugliest fence in Rye, if not the entire Mornington Peninsula!” But there’s no stopping Lisa: “Woo hoo: we won an award for our fence!” she boasted.

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder: Right, the letter placed in Lisa Hart’s letterbox. Below, the front fence at the centre of the debate.

Fun times for seniors at festival activities THE autumn of one’s life need not be dull, and the Mornington Peninsula Victorian Seniors Festival program has swags of fun activities to keep everyone entertained. The mayor Cr Bev Colomb said the festival throughout late September and October offered many free and low-cost events and activities designed for older people, their families and friends. Local festival highlights include film screenings, museum displays, golf tournaments, volunteering workshops, Archibald Prize bus trip to Ballarat Art Gallery, senior citizens club activities, croquet and bowls open days, The 10th Annual Ageing Well Expo and activities at libraries and U3As. “The Seniors Festival is about getting out and getting involved in activities and events we have to offer on the peninsula,” she said. “You can try your hand at croquet, visit your lo-

cal seniors club, play a round of golf, or attend a lecture – there’s something for everyone. “The theme of this year’s festival is Celebrating Communities, recognising the great role seniors play in community life. “We are pleased to support and promote the 2015 Victorian Seniors Festival activities on the peninsula.” Download the Mornington Peninsula program at mornpen.vic.gov. au or pick up a copy from the shire offices. Public transport services are free for Victorian Seniors Card holders. Free metropolitan trams, buses and trains and regional bus services will run from Sundays 4-11 October. Free travel will be available on V/Line rail and coach services on Tuesday 6, Wednesday 7, Thursday 8, Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 October. Details: seniorsonline.vic.gov.au

Bush food workshops THOSE interested in learning about bush foods, what they are and how they can be incorporated into a farming enterprise should attend a series of workshops next month. One will be held in Mt Martha on Sunday 18 October. The Port Phillip and Westernport Catchment Management Authority, with the support of the Australian Government’s National Landcare Program, will host the workshops across the Port Phillip and Western Port region from Thursday 15 October. Regional landcare facilitator Karen Thomas said the workshops would provide information on identifying, growing and harvesting bush foods,

as well as creating marketing opportunities for landholders. “Bush foods are creating a buzz among consumers and within the restaurant industry,” she said. Guest speakers at the workshops will include ethnobotanist and wattle seed grower Neville Bonney, representatives from the Australian Native Food Industry, Australian Agroforestry Foundation and restaurant industry. Registration is $10 with all funds going directly to the Landcare network. Details: Ms Thomas, 0427 480 170 or email karen.thomas@ppwcma.vic. gov.au

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THE annual Lions Club of Rye boat raffle – now in its 44th year – is a major fundraising activity for the club. Last year’s raffle raised more than $50,000 which was distributed to many worthwhile causes – especially those with a focus on the needy in our community. It is run each year leading up to and immediately after Christmas.

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Peninsula locations up until the raffle is drawn during the Australia Day celebrations on the Rye foreshore on 26 January. To buy tickets visit rye.vic.lions. org.au or email the club at lionsclubofrye@yahoo.com.au or call raffle chairman Bob Beard on 0425 713 287. Internet purchases of tickets can also be arranged.

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Artist in residence: Rosie Weiss is fully immersed in her work at the Gatekeeper’s cottage, Police Point shire park: Picture: Yanni

Natural world the basis of artist’s work ARTIST Rosie Weiss’ latest exhibition: The trees are falling into the sea and other stories, is open at the Gatekeepers Cottage, Police Point shire park, until Friday 9 October. The Mornington Peninsula-based artist and educator’s work examines our relationship with the natural world. From her 1992 Lung painting – arising from the Coode Island fire (1991) which went on to win the Moet & Chandon Fellowship – to her more recent series that looks at plant forms found on the margins of human activity, it’s clear that observations of the natural world form the basis of her work. These recent works are a result of her time as an artist in residence at Police Point, shire

park. Plants that have been affected by human activity – be it through fire or erosion – inspired a series of drawings and her first project. The second project is an installation that involves the wrapping of tree circumferences at Point Nepean and in her family’s garden, exploring our relationship with the plants we choose to surround ourselves. The mayor Cr Bev Colomb said the shire’s Artist in Residency program at the Gatekeeper’s Cottage provided artists with a dedicated facility so they could fully immerse themselves in their work. “The program is proving to be an incredible program and support for artists, and is also giving back to the community through the installation of public works such as the

Fisherman mural by artist Michael Husser, at Rye. He developed the idea for the mural during his time at the cottage. “I encourage the community to visit Police Point shire park which is transformed into a special gateway to local arts on the southern peninsula,” she said. “We are pleased to host the Rosie Weiss exhibition, which embodies all that is being achieved through this program.” Weiss’s The trees are falling into the sea and other stories exhibition runs until Friday 9 October. It is open 10am-4pm, Thursday to Sunday. Police Point shire park is at the entrance to Point Nepean, at the end of Point Nepean Rd, Portsea.

BURN off restrictions on properties less than 1500 square metres will be eased throughout October to allow residents to burn off for fire prevention purposes. For the whole of the month, open air burning will be allowed on land less than 1500 square metres, but only 9am-4pm, Fridays and Saturdays, provided that: No more than one cubic metre of vegetation is burnt at any one time, the fire is not within 10 metres of a neighbour’s house, and the general fire safety provisions are followed at all times. Open air burning is prohibited on properties smaller than 1500 square metres at all other times. Shire fire prevention officer Damien Taylor said the easing of restrictions on land less than 1500 square metres would assist owners of smaller properties to reduce fine fuel in the lead up to the fire season. “Residents are reminded that burn-off material should not be wet, or green, and that general fire safety precautions should be taken at all times,” he said. “It’s a great chance to clean up around your property, but ensure you do it responsibly and safely, and keep your neighbours and local authorities informed.” Landowners burning off should follow the general fire safety provisions which include giving notice to adjoining landowners/occupiers 24 hours prior to the burn, calling 1800 668 511 at least two hours prior to the burn to log your fire with CFA, as well as establishing a fire break of no less than three metres cleared of all flammable material. Landowners should ensure the fire is supervised by an adult at all times, that there is sufficient fire protection equipment on hand, that vegetation being burnt is dead and dry prior to lighting, and that the fire site wind speed is not more than 20 kilometres per hour. Open air burning regulations for blocks more than 1500 square metres and more than 40,000 square metres remain the same. Details: visit mornpen.vic.gov.au To determine the size of a property visit the shire’s PenMaps site at gisweb.mornpen.vic.gov.au/penmaps or call customer service on 1300 850 600 or 5950 1000.

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Auditioning for life in film

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Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au THE “thrill of the performance” drives Mt Martha actor and director Callum Needham, who has written, produced, directed and acted in his own short film, Fatum, being shown at the Astor Theatre, East St Kilda, in November. Named after the Latin word for destiny or fate, Fatum has a strong anti-bullying theme and also offers a positive message for young teens not to bow to peer or parental pressure but to follow their dreams. Needham, who attended Mt Martha Primary School and Mt Eliza Secondary College, began his acting career in Grade 6 in primary school productions and continued right to the end of secondary school. He then took a gap year to visit Europe. Now 21 he is in his final year at Deakin University where he has been studying film and digital media for the past three years. Fatum is the result of an assignment in which he had to write and direct his own composition. “I felt strongly about the central theme as a result of past experiences and it just came naturally.” He is soon to audition for both the National Institute of Dramatic Art and the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts and hopes to be able to continue to follow his acting ambitions at one of these academies. Needham has also written, produced and acted in other Deakin productions, and has had another of his films: These Four Walls, short listed

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Break a leg: Mt Martha actor Callum Needham thrills to the curtain call. Picture: Yanni

for the Rosebud Short Film Festival. Fatum may be entered this year. Aspiring to a career “treading the boards” is not for the faint-hearted. “WAAPA has a single audition with the aspiring actor doing a Shakespearian monologue, while NIDA demands both a Shakespearean monologue and a contemporary piece in front of all those auditioning,” he said last week. “At the end they sit us down and whittle away reducing us from 40 to three, so it’s pretty soul-destroying. “I first did an audition there when I

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was in Year 12 aged 17. I didn’t know what to expect then but I will be doing it all again at the end of the year.” Needham said acting was all about feeling emotions in whatever character he portrays. “If I am playing an evil character I want the audience to hate me,” he said. “If I am playing a lovable character I want them to love me. It’s not about entertaining the audience but making them feel.” He said acting was also about being someone else. “You can be a child and just play,” he said.

PARKS Victoria is increasing ranger patrols on peninsula surf beaches in an attempt to help protect the endangered hooded plover during its breeding season from September to March. Parks Victoria’s peninsula chief ranger Kris Rowe said residents and visitors must abide by dog restrictions. The tougher regime is due to the disappointing breeding season in 2014-15. Just four chicks survived to fledgling (flying) stage out of 34 chicks hatched. There are fewer than 600 hooded plovers left in Victoria. Mr Rowe said the hooded plover population in Mornington Peninsula National Park was one of the largest in Victoria. “However it has a lower level of breeding success than those in other Victorian coastal areas and is particularly vulnerable to the presence of dogs,” he said. “Increased ranger patrols will target dog walkers who breach restrictions such as not having their dog on a lead, walking a dog outside regulated times (between sunrise and 9am) or walking a dog in prohibited zones. “Dogs are prohibited at all times in specific signposted zones throughout the national park, including between

Portsea and Flinders, to protect breeding habitats of plovers and other protected species. “Dog walking is permitted on-lead between sunrise and 9am only along sections of the national park that are marked by signs. These areas consist of about 14km of coast between Sorrento and Rye and additional sections at Portsea Surf Beach, St Andrews Beach and Flinders Ocean Beach.” He said it was the responsibility of dog owners to ensure they were aware of the restrictions and were doing the right thing. “We can’t emphasise enough how important it is for everyone to abide by the rules so that we can give the hooded plovers their best chance of survival,” he said. Alternative areas for dog walking on the southern peninsula include some Port Phillip beaches and leashfree reserves managed by Mornington Peninsula Shire. For detailed information and maps, visit www.parks.vic.gov.au or call 13 1963. For advice on dog walking areas outside the national park, visit www. mornpen.vic.gov.au or call 1300 850 600. Mike Hast

Tug-of-war over reef and coal

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ANTI-coal activists have rallied outside the Hastings office of local MP and environment minister Greg Hunt for the third time this month. Last Wednesday morning, members of national lobby group GetUp held a “friendly tug-of-war between ‘Team Coal’ dressed in black and ‘Team Coral’ in tropical colours” as part of a campaign to “protect the Great Barrier Reef” and protest about Mr Hunt and the Coalition government allowing more coal projects in the Galilee Basin in Queensland. Sam Regester of GetUp said the playful tug-ofwar game “highlighted the serious decision the minister had to make between greater action to protect the Great Barrier Reef and allowing more coal projects that placed the icon at risk”. “Minister Hunt must decide which side he’s on – will he stand with the community and protect the reef or side with the vested interests of the mining industry and risk its ruin,” he said. “Mr Hunt has vital decisions to make on whether he should approve the massive Carmichael mine in the Galilee Basin and a proposal for two million tonnes of dredging in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. “The Queensland government’s own report card into the state of the reef’s health released last week found our natural wonder wasn’t doing well. We need greater action to protect the reef, not more dredging, ports and coal projects that will threaten its future.” The first protest this month was on Wednesday 2 September when protesters from GetUp carried a crate of coal into Mr Hunt’s office, which elicited the now-famous comment from one of his staff members, executive officer Denise Garnock, “so you’re going to pollute our office with coal?” and a furious reaction from Mr Hunt who accused protesters of intimidating his staff.

SORRENTO Museum is open 1.30-4.40pm every Saturday and Sunday, and Tuesdays and Thursdays during the school holidays. Entry is adults $5 and children free. Hear stories about the Boon Wurrung people, escaped convicts and settlers at Sullivan Bay in 1803, also shipwrecks and lots more about life in early Sorrento. Walk through the original little lime-burner’s cottage. The museum is at 827 Melbourne Rd, Sorrento. Details: Nepean Historical Society and Sorrento Museum president Joy Kitch, 5984 0255.

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Persistent: GetUp members opposing new coal mines in Queensland have again protested outside the Hastings office of peninsula MP and environment minister Greg Hunt, the third time this month. Picture: Yanni

Peninsula GetUp member Simon Hawking hit back, saying there were three police officers “happily chatting to the crowd” and they would have been called in to the office if intimidation had occurred. The second protest was on Wednesday 16 September, a bit of a fizzer as few people turned up although GetUp members and sympathisers have been stopping residents in Hastings’ main street and talking to them about the reef and coal on several days during the month. Queensland environment minister Steven Miles last week released the annual report about the health of the reef, which stated the overall condition of its inshore marine environment remained poor.

The report assessed run-off and the reef’s condition between 2009-14 and found that sediment, nutrients and pesticide loads had decreased but had fallen short of meeting targets. Mr Miles said there was more bad news than good in the report. “The results are far from our targets, and progress to these targets flatlined in the period 2013-14,” he said. In July, the United Nations World Heritage Committee decided not to list the reef as “in danger” but Mr Miles said international concern about the reef was justified. “The report shows progress on meeting targets has stalled, and UNESCO’s interest was the right thing,” he said.

A 53-year-old Koo Wee Rup man died while on a fishing trip in the early hours of Sunday 27 September. Investigators have been told that two men aged in their 50s set off from Tooradin in a fishing boat. It is believed one of the men went to the side/rear of the boat and fell into the water. The other man jumped in to save the man but was unsuccessful. A passing boat located the pair in the water between French Island and Tooradin around 3.20am. They were brought to shore at Hastings with the surviving man from Tooradin suffering hypothermia. He was taken to hospital and police will prepare a report for the Coroner.

Fundraiser for cancer awareness SILK Hair and Beauty Spa, Mt Martha, is holding a breast cancer awareness fundraiser, 5.30-7.30pm tonight (Tuesday) with proceeds going to the Jane McGrath Foundation. The event will include raffles, door prizes and an auction, with guests sipping on champagne and enjoying tapas. The salon’s previous McGrath event raised almost $5000. Silk is at 1 Bay Rd, Mt Martha. Bookings are essential as seats are limited. Entry is by $10 donation. Details: Leanne Barnes, 5974 1832.

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Poison canisters warning for beaches BEACHGOERS are being reminded not to open any containers washed up on Frankston beaches. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority warned toxic canisters in the Torres Strait, Queensland, NSW, South Australia and Tasmania. The unlabelled silver canisters contain a rat poison known as aluminium phosphide. When a canister is opened, powder reacts with moisture in the air to release highly toxic phosphine gas which is a danger to humans. While there have been no reported cases in Victoria and currents make it likely these containers will not find their way to Port Phillip Bay it is a reminder for all beachgoers to report mystery canisters washed ashore at any time. Exposure to phosphine gas can cause headaches, nausea, vomiting, breathing dif-

ficulties, dizziness, tightness of the chest, diarrhoea, fluid in the lungs, liver/kidney damage, and in severe cases death. The gas is also flammable and can spontaneously ignite causing burns or small explosions. Most aluminium phosphide is imported into Australia from China and Africa, and the unused nature of the canisters suggests they have come from an unreported shipping cargo loss sometime before February 2012. The AMSA will monitor the situation and provide technical advice to local hazmat and emergency response services when the canisters are washed ashore. Queensland and NSW fire and emergency services have dealt with over 40 canisters washed up in three years. Canisters should not be moved or opened and any sightings should be reported to emergency services on 000.

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Tales reveal a new take on life SEVEN older Mornington Peninsula residents will give life-story interviews through words, songs and humour as part of the theatrical presentation Telling Tales next month. Award-winning actor Evelyn Krape will narrate the show which is designed to delight, amuse and challenge traditional stereotypes of ageing. The presentation, by Hot to Trot Productions, is at 1pm, Thursday 15 October, at the Rosebud Italian Social Club. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s being put on in association with Brotherhood of St Laurence and Morning-

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Tales to tell: At the first rehearsal are musical and visual producer Lorraine Milne, oral historian Vivienne Nicholson, Tale Tellers John Atkins, Philip Wright, Bill Andrews, actress/narrator Evelyn Krape, and accompanist Tomi Kalinski. In the front row are Tale Tellers Yolanda Suttil, Jenny Slocombe and Marion Beattie, with seventh Tale Teller Heather Castley absent.

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In brief Holiday home raided BURGLARS raided a Blairgowrie holiday home of $27,000 in wine, household goods and appliances, over 14-21 September. Rosebud detectives are appealing for witnesses to the incident in which the offenders may have used keys found in a key safe to enter the house on Law St and “help themselves”. Anyone with information is asked to call them on 5986 0444.

Flower festival A FLOWER festival will be held at St Peter’s Anglican Church Mornington, 16-18 October. Beleura House and Gardens, Tallis Foundation director and trustee Anthony Knight will open the show at 5pm. The official opening is by invitation only. The show will be judged by Glenda Nielsen, of The Victorian Floral Art Association. It will assist with funding the redevelopment of Bellamy Hall. The St Peter’s and St Martin’s Community Centre will support a range of programs for community members of all ages. Entry is $5. Opening times are Friday 5-8pm, Saturday 10am-4pm and Sunday 1-4pm. Competitive and non-competitive entries are welcome.Details: Parish office 5975 0198.

For the love of art: Denique Adlam admires works at the Continental Hotel. Picture: Yanni

Artists gear up for Continental’s 16th annual prize THE Continental Hotel’s Art Prize has been running for 16 years – cementing its place as a must-see for art lovers on the Mornington Peninsula. The prize attracts mainly peninsula artists but it is open to all Victorian artists of any age and experience. It has been judged by many well-known and respected artists.

Hotel management says the aim is to give artists a forum to have their art exposed to the public without the expense and limitations of exhibiting in a gallery. “The Continental Hotel restaurant gallery space is a unique environment as it is a gallery within a restaurant,” artwork curator Stahle Spencer said. “Our gallery space is a major

draw-card for tourists and artists with around 1000 people viewing the art works each week.” First prize is $1500, Linda Gebar Encouragement Award $500, and Hanger’s Prize a $100 voucher for The Continental Hotel. Competition art works will be exhibited 29 October-22 February next year. The official opening and an-

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MORNINGTON man has been arrested after a sandwich shop in the town’s industrial area was raided overnight Sunday last week. Police will allege the man, 36, stole a coffee machine, cash register, meat slicing machine and laptop computer from the shop in Bruce St. All but the laptop had been recovered, Friday. Detective Senior Constable Rohan Brock, of Mornington CIU, said the man had been bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court in January.

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Boneseed rears its pretty head COMMENT Mike Hast IT’S concerning to see the amount of boneseed growing beside peninsula roads this spring. After a couple of weeks out of the area, was driving back to the southern peninsula via the Mornington Peninsula Freeway in early September. Coming into the Arthurs Seat cutting that’s spanned by La Trobe Pde, there on the inland side of the VicRoads freeway were dozens of boneseed bushes, some several years old, their bright yellow flowers gleaming in the sun. South African boneseed (Chrysanthemoides monilifera) is one of the state’s worst pest plants, according to botanists and the state government’s own experts. It hasn’t been planted by VicRoads; it’s selfseeding and chokes out native plants. But it certainly hasn’t been removed by VicRoads. The damnable stuff is all over Arthurs Seat, too. Parks Victoria has spent plenty in recent years getting rid of boneseed as well as other pest plants like sweet pittosporum and sallow wattle as part of bushfire fuel reduction. But it’s never been able to get rid of boneseed completely. Volunteers groups have tackled the weed, too, but it keeps coming back like some kind of zombie. Boneseed was brought to Australia as an ornamental garden plant in the 1850s. It was used extensively to stabilise coastal sand dunes and to control erosion, mainly between the 1940s and 1960s, before it was declared a noxious weed in Victoria in 1969. By then it had spread along many parts of the coastline of the peninsula and other parts of the state, and had become a big problem in the You Yangs across Port Phillip. In 2000 it was listed as a “weed of national significance” and one of the 20 worst weeds in Australia because of its invasiveness, lack of natural enemies, ability to spread, and environmental and economic impacts.

Pretty awful: The pest plant South African boneseed is flowering around the peninsula including on roadsides and in parks such as Arthurs Seat State Park. Picture: Yanni

It has spread successfully because it grows in relatively nutrient-poor soils, tolerates salt on coastlines, and germinates easily including after fire. The big fire on Arthurs Seat in January 1997 gave boneseed and blue bell creeper a chance to become well established and they’ve been a problem since. Each boneseed plant produces a huge amount of seed – up to 50,000 seeds a plant – that can remain in the soil for 10 years or more. The species can quickly recolonise a burnt area. Boneseed has woody branched stems and oval shaped leaves with irregularly serrated edges. New growth is typically covered by white, downy, cotton-like material. The yellow flowers

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have 5-8 petals and are up to 30mm in diameter. The round fleshy green fruit turns black when mature and contain a single smooth round seed 6-7mm in diameter. The seed is bone coloured when dry, hence the name. Boneseed has a shallow root system and this makes it easy to remove, and hand-pulled plants can be left lying on the ground as long as roots are not in close contact with the soil surface. If the plant has not dropped its seed, they can be collected in bags and burnt. Boneseed is best destroyed on site (for example, mulched, dried on platforms or hung in trees) and then buried in landfill. Seeds should not be included in garden compost. There’s plenty of good info on the internet.

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Dinner supports a worthy cause A DINNER at the Mornington Golf Club was a fun way for Mornington Lodge members to celebrate 125 years of service to the community. The lodge has been part of the town since 1890 – with Freemasons raising $30,000$40,000 each year for charitable projects. A major project launched at the dinner is one close to all their hearts: a plan to raise $125,000 to help stamp out family violence. A driving force behind the project was special guest at the dinner: Australian of the Year Rosie Batty, whose campaign for compulsory reporting of child abuse cases has generated a lasting response. She also established the Luke Batty Foundation to assist women and children affected by domestic violence.

Strong message: Mt Martha Junior Football Club members proudly show off their smoke-free charter.

In a show of solidarity, the Grand Lodge has said it will double the money raised by Mornington Lodge. Among other events, the lodge is soon to unveil a plaque near the door of the former Mornington Mechanics Hall facade in Main St. Freemasons met there from 1890 until moving to the present location in Barkly St in 1921. The founding Master, Henry Erskine Moor, was a civil engineer and shire secretary. Freemasons have also arranged for decorative pavers referring to the lodge to be included in the surrounds of the Avenue of Honour Memorial Rotunda to be built in Mornington Park on Barkly St.

Like minds: Grand Master Freemasons Victoria Hellel Benedykt, Australian of the Year Rosie Batty, and Master of Mornington Lodge Edy Wilfling with Lewis the Bear. He has been sold to raise money for the “Never Alone” Luke Batty Foundation. Picture: Marg Harrison

No butts as footy club leads way MT Martha Junior Football Club is the first junior sporting club to sign on to the Frankston Mornington Peninsula Smoke Free Charter. President Warren Davies said the club hoped other sporting clubs will follow their lead and sign the charter. “It’s been really well received at the club. Even the smokers think it’s a good initiative; they don’t want their kids to become smokers either, so they’re happy to be involved.” By signing the charter, the club has made a public commitment to reduce the number of people who smoke and to protect people from the damaging effects of secondhand smoke through putting up more “no smoking” signs. “It’s about educating and role modelling for the kids,” Mr Davies said. “There won’t be any coaches, runners or supporters smoking on the sidelines and there’ll be information in the club-

rooms about the dangers of smoking.” Health promotion practitioner Andie Murphy is asking sporting clubs to join the junior football club and support smoke-free sporting. “Smoking rates on the Mornington Peninsula are 10 per cent higher than the Victorian average,” he said. “By making a stand against smoking, sporting clubs can help empower the community to take action for their health and wellbeing – after all, sporting clubs are the heartbeat of our community.” Sporting clubs interested in talking action can email Andie Murphy at amurphy@phcn.vic.gov. au Peninsula Health has quit smoking support services at Frankston, Rosebud, Mornington and Hastings. For a face-to-face appointment call 1300 665 781.

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Hit-run mum death charges Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au THE laying of floral tributes and a public vigil united Carrum Downs residents on Sunday evening to bid a sad farewell to mother-of-two Andrea Lehane. The 34-year-old was tragically killed when run down by one of a group of “monkey-bike” riders as she walked over a pedestrian crossing to the shopping centre at about 5pm last Wednesday (23 September). A Frankston North man, 18-yearold Caleb Jakobsson, appeared in Melbourne Magistrates’ Court over her death on Saturday. He faces eight charges, including culpable driving causing death, dangerous driving causing death, failing to stop after an accident, failing to render assistance after an accident, unlicensed driving and driving an unregistered vehicle. He did not apply for bail and was remanded to reappear in court this week. It is alleged Mr Jakobsson was riding the second in a group of five monkey bikes when it hit Ms Lehane, throwing her up to seven metres along the bitumen, where she landed on her head and sustained serious head and chest injuries. In the collision the rider and a pillion passenger were thrown from the bike, with the passenger running off before Mr Jakobsson remounted and rode away to join the other monkey bike riders, leaving Ms Lehane for dead.

Ms Lehane was taken by air ambulance to The Alfred hospital in a critical condition. Husband James made the heart-wrenching decision to turn off life support on Saturday. He will honour her wish to donate her organs. Two boys, aged 16 and 17, have also been charged in relation to the incident. They have been bailed to appear at a children’s court on charges of reckless conduct endangering life and unlicensed driving. Floral tributes adorned the area where the incident occurred, with many shoppers still in shock on Sunday. Others were angry at the apparent lack of action over “young hoons” who frequently charge through the centre in groups, do “monos” and wheelies and harass cyclists. Ms Lehane, a nurse, had children aged three and four. Their dad took them to see the floral tributes laid as a mark of respect to their mum. Detectives from the Major Collision Investigation Unit made the arrests at Frankston police station Friday afternoon and Saturday with the “person of most interest” – the rider of the bike which struck Ms Lehane – the last to be charged after handing himself in. CCTV footage shows the monkey bike allegedly driven by Mr Jakobsson – carrying a pillion passenger – colliding with Mrs Lehane as she nears the end of the crossing. The rider falls off and the passenger runs away while Mrs Lehane lies on the bitumen. The rider quickly gets back on and – disregarding his vic-

tim’s plight – quickly rides off in a westerly direction. Police later described the behaviour of the five motorcycle riders as “callous”. Off-duty Frankston SES member Steve Wall, who was shopping at the regional centre, witnessed the aftermath of the incident and was one of the first to assist the stricken woman near the entrance to Safeway. “When I got out of my car she must have just been hit,” he said. “The little bikes drove past very fast.” “I started to walk towards the shop and I saw people running towards her. She was in a poor state. I got a blanket and put it over her and waited until the paramedics arrived.” Mr Wall praised the efforts on an off-duty female paramedic who eased Mrs Lehane’s immediate suffering. He and another shopper used a blanket to shield the injured woman from bystanders while ambulance officers treated her. Some witnesses chased the riders but couldn’t catch them. Monkey bikes were banned by Frankston Council in 2007. The bikes, which can travel at up to 70kph, are not allowed on public roads or footpaths. The speed limit in the car park where Ms Lehane was struck is 10kph. A crowdfunding campaign to raise funds for Ms Lehane’s family had raised more than $40,000 by Sunday evening. See the ‘Andrea Lehane Memorial Account’ at gofundme.com

Tragedy: James and Andrea Lehane. Pic: Supplied In custody: Eighteen-year-old Caleb Jakobsson was arrested over the hit-run death of mother-of-two. Picture below: Gary Sissons

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No go for helmet GoPro MODERN technology was on trial in Frankston Magistrates’ Court last week in a judgement with implications for motorcycle riders across Victoria. A magistrate fined motorcyclist Max Lichtenbaum $150 for wearing two small GoPro-type cameras on his helmet and dismissed an appeal by the Frankston rider to have an infringement notice issued by police thrown out. Mr Lichtenbaum had originally been fined $289 and three demerit points after he was stopped by police on 22 March in Plowman Place, Frankston while wearing the helmet-cam. Police said the 55-year-old had broken safety standards by adding extensions to his motorcycle helmet. Mr Lichtenbaum’s lawyer said last week’s court decision “is a disappointing outcome for riders and for motorcycle safety”. “Riders tell us they wear helmet cameras to improve their safety while on the roads, and that drivers and other road users show more care when there is a camera in use,” Maurice Blackburn principal Malcolm Cumming said. “And if there is a road accident or collision, helmet camera footage is among the best evidence you can get.” Mr Cumming said riders should not be punished for trying to improve road safety. He slammed helmet laws across Australia as “a dog’s breakfast”. “We continue to call for urgent reform in the

law to fix the ambiguity around compliance of helmets with Australian Standards.” Australian Motorcycle Council helmets committee chair Guy Stanford said motorcycle helmet safety standards vary from state to state so riders crossing state borders could find themselves unwittingly pinged by police due to differing safety rules. In South Australia and Queensland, for example, road rules state a helmet only needs to comply with Australian Standards at the time of manufacture. Mr Stanford said Victorian authorities’ insistence that any helmet protrusion of more than 5 millimetres could cause injuries in an accident “has been discounted internationally”. “The whole set up for how this is being managed for Victoria is appallingly bad,” he said. Mr Stanford said crash test results globally have shown helmet cameras do not cause further injury to riders unless a hole has been drilled to bolt a camera to a helmet. He urged all state governments to implement a nationwide set of safety standards to include the right to affix a small camera to helmets. Mr Cumming said an appeal against Mr Lichtenbaum’s fine may be lodged with the Supreme Court. “We will continue to push for standardised national helmet laws that embrace new technology and rider safety.” Neil Walker

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Camping fun and inspiration for diabetes fighters Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au FOUR teenagers with diabetes received some welcome inspiration from former AFL player Jack Fitzpatrick in Mt Eliza last week. Ben McVea, 15, of Langwarrin, Imogen Price, 12, of Somerville, Caleb Govan, 12, of Pearcedale and Billie Angelone, 14, of Parkdale, were participants in a four-day Diabetes Victoria senior camp at Camp Manyung, Mt Eliza. They are learning how to live well with type 1 diabetes in a fun, safe and supportive environment, and shared a culture of independence through adventure. Billie Angelone was diagnosed in July 2005 when she was four. She used to cry every time she had to inject insulin, which was hard for her parents to watch. Billie can’t remember life without diabetes and is having a fun time at camp. “At home, I don’t have any friends who have diabetes,” she said. “It’s great to meet others and to receive so much support.” She’s keen to catch up with her new friends after returning home and to stay in touch through social media. She says people at home accept her diabetes but don’t necessarily understand what it’s like to live with the condition every day. She greatly enjoyed meeting professional football player Jack Fitzpatrick. “It was inspiring to hear his story,” Billie said. “It’s really motivating to hear how he manages his diabetes

Nothing they can’t do: Billie, Imogen, Ben and Caleb talk with former AFL player Jack Fitzpatrick. All are living with type 1 diabetes. Picture: Yanni

to live a full and happy life. There’s nothing you can’t do if you have diabetes.” Billie believes the world is her stage and loves performing in school productions, dance, school aerobics and drama. Caleb Govan was diagnosed in October 2012. “Initially, the shock was quite overwhelming and it took some time and many tears to get our heads around it,” said his mum Rebecca, a busy mother of five. “There are no days off with diabetes but we have found that, as we accepted

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and was inspired at hearing his personal story. “If you can do that, you really can do anything. The sky is your limit,” he said. A keen “builder”, Caleb is an active boy who loves playing on the family poultry farm where there is always “something fun” to keep him occupied. Imogen Price was only three when she was diagnosed. “We felt scared and overwhelmed at the time,” her mum Amanda Cox said. “It felt like all of our life became about Imogen.” Today, almost 10 years later, Imogen

is living well with her diabetes: “It’s just a matter of control,” the 12-year old said. Imogen has had “tons of fun” at the camp and loves to socialise: “It’s fantastic to meet others with diabetes and to hear their stories.” Imogen loves ballroom dancing, reading and writing in her free time. In 2006, when Ben McVea was diagnosed, his parents Lesley and Ross felt overwhelmed. The diagnosis started a big learning process. Now, the family takes each day as it comes and tries not overreact to the highs and lows. Ben is a passionate footy player and had great fun meeting Fitzpatrick. Fitzpatrick said living with type 1 diabetes “can be frustrating sometimes”. “When I was diagnosed three years ago, it was quite confronting to hear that I would have to have multiple insulin injections every day for the rest of my life. “But life with diabetes doesn’t have to be a struggle. I absolutely believe that diabetes will only ever hold you back if you let it.” About 50 teenagers from all over Victoria spent four days of their school holidays at the camp. They are among 2900 Victorians aged under 18 living with type 1 diabetes. Also attending were various health professionals and diabetes educators. Diabetes Victoria organises six diabetes camps every year in partnership with the Royal Children’s Hospital and Southern Health.

Tug-of-war over reef and coal Mike Hast mike@mpnews.com.au ANTI-coal activists have rallied outside the Hastings office of local MP and environment minister Greg Hunt for the third time this month. Last Wednesday morning, members of national lobby group GetUp held a “friendly tug-of-war between ‘Team Coal’ dressed in black and ‘Team Coral’ in tropical colours” as part of a campaign to “protect the Great Barrier Reef” and protest about Mr Hunt and the Coalition government allowing more coal projects in the Galilee Basin in Queensland. Sam Regester of GetUp said the playful tug-ofwar game “highlighted the serious decision the minister had to make between greater action to protect the Great Barrier Reef and allowing more coal projects that placed the icon at risk”. “Minister Hunt must decide which side he’s on – will he stand with the community and protect the reef or side with the vested interests of the mining industry and risk its ruin,” he said. “Mr Hunt has vital decisions to make on whether he should approve the massive Carmichael mine in the Galilee Basin and a proposal for two million tonnes of dredging in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. “The Queensland government’s own report card into the state of the reef’s health released last week found our natural wonder wasn’t doing well. We need greater action to protect the reef, not more dredging, ports and coal projects that will threaten its future.” The first protest this month was on Wednesday 2 September when protesters from GetUp carried a crate of coal into Mr Hunt’s office, which elicited the now-famous comment from one of his staff members, executive officer Denise Garnock, “so you’re going to pollute our office with coal?” and a furious reaction from Mr Hunt who accused protesters of intimidating his staff. Peninsula GetUp member Simon Hawking hit back, saying there were three police officers “happily chatting to the crowd” and they would have been called in to the office if intimidation had occurred.

The second protest was on Wednesday 16 September, a bit of a fizzer as few people turned up although GetUp members and sympathisers have been stopping residents in Hastings’ main street and talking to them about the reef and coal on several days during the month. Queensland environment minister Steven Miles last week released the annual report about the health of the reef, which stated the overall condition of its inshore marine environment remained poor. The report assessed run-off and the reef’s condition between 2009-14 and found that sediment, nutrients and pesticide loads had decreased but had fallen short of meeting targets. Mr Miles said there was more bad news than good in the report. “The results are far from our targets, and progress to these targets flatlined in the period 2013-14,” he said. In July, the United Nations World Heritage Committee decided not to list the reef as “in danger” but Mr Miles said international concern about the reef was justified. “The report shows progress on meeting targets has stalled, and UNESCO’s interest was the right thing,” he said.

LETTERS Taking coal to Hastings I am proud to say I was the other deliverer (with Simon Hawking) of the dreaded polluting coal to environment minister Greg Hunt’s office in Hastings earlier this month during a GetUp protest. The only “intimidation” was our comments about the pollution of coal in the environment and the minister’s stand on it. In all fairness, I did mention that the coal was not found in Hastings so Mr Hunt did not have to fast track a coal mine for the area. Mr Hunt has always been at odds with GetUp and has used many tactics to try and discredit the group; his comments after the protest were simply another exaggeration. If his staff were so intimidated by our protest maybe they should not be working in a political capacity. If you want to see real intimidation, watch question time in the federal parliament. There were three police officers outside the office and I wonder why, if this was such a volatile situation, they were not called in to quell the “intimidation”? Members of the Christian lobby group Loves Makes a Way were hauled away in May after office staff called police, with one of these officers also at the GetUp protest. Joe Lenzo, Safety Beach

Timor-Leste justice At a recent Mornington Peninsula Shire Council meeting I attended, the illustrated presentation by members of the peninsula-based Friends of Lospalos Group, which supports Timor-Leste (East Timor), was outstanding. I was astonished to hear that $47,000 had been dispersed this past year to 11 community projects, including four student scholarships to Baucau Teachers College, and funding Fredy Sampaio, a new community worker in Lospalos district. In 2001, after the brutal destruction of about 80 per cent of Timor-Leste’s infrastructure and the killing of thousands of adults and children, a team from the shire formed a friends group to support Lospalos, which is at the eastern tip of this tiny country, our nearest neighbour. After 14 years of sustained connection, it was gratifying to hear of our council’s sustained

support and involvement including the recent councillor support of Cr Tim Rogers’ motion of solidarity with the Timor-Leste government’s reopened claim for a fair share of Timor Gap oil revenues, especially the “Greater Sunrise” field, which is worth $40 billion. This might not be much to the Australian economy but it would pay for food and infrastructure in what is still South East Asia’s poorest country. I understand our council’s support of the Timor-Leste claim is now part of an international push at the United Nations. Perhaps our “newlook” federal government could distinguish itself by revisiting its policy on the Timor Gap Maritime Boundary. This is not about charity, it’s about justice. David Price, Mornington

Focus on local issues I am a concerned ratepayer who believes our elected councillors have a clear obligation to focus their efforts and energies purely on addressing local issues. At the 14 September meeting, the council passed a motion asking the Australian government to allocate a greater share of the Timor Sea oil and gas reserves to the fledgling nation of Timor-Leste. While most of us would agree that this is a noble and probably just request, what it has to do with local government is beyond my comprehension. The Timor-Leste question is a federal government issue that may eventually end up in the International Court of Justice. It has nothing to do with councillors or employees of the shire. We elect councillors to effectively carry out duties that directly affect the local community. They are not elected to become involved in international affairs or pursue political agendas. The motion they passed is beyond their scope of authority, their personal points of view notwithstanding. Neville Congress, Rosebud

Fair go for bus We voters in the Flinders electorate regularly receive glossy brochures that Greg Hunt, our local federal member and environment minister, sends

out about how he has been working hard in his electorate. They contain pictures of him doing this and that, mainly state issues. Perhaps Mr Hunt might like to approach the new Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison and ask the Turnbull government to reinstate the funding for PenBus that Tony Abbott and Joe Hockey – not the state Labor government – cancelled in his electorate of Flinders? The bus takes students to universities and colleges and is being supported by the shire council since the government withdrew support but this only lasts until the end of the academic year on 20 November. So, how about it Greg? Show us that our MP will work for us even if it is a safe seat for the conservatives. Get the federal funding reinstated for your constituents. John Cain, McCrae

Power grids expensive I am puzzled by Alan Reid’s letter (“Time to disconnect”, 22/9/15). He mentions the approval of Adani’s Carmichael mine. Adani’s recent financial report states that it intends to develop renewable energy in India, not coal. There is no profit in coal mining in Australia, and taxpayer subsidies would far exceed mining royalties. We would be worse off, both financially and environmentally. Centralised coal-generated electricity will never improve the situation of India’s poor. Simply, they cannot afford to pay for a centralised network. Nearly 300 million people in India live without electricity (source: Pollinate Energy). No major coal mining company has built a coal-fired power station in a country such as India where there is widespread poverty because it is uneconomic. The challenge is to provide light and the ability to charge mobile phones (there are more than one billion mobiles in India) to poorer people. Small standalone and distributed solar systems can provide affordable power without an expensive connection to a power grid. As a user of solar power and also being connected to the grid, I object to his characterisation of people who use solar power

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Stroke awareness On behalf of the National Stroke Foundation I thank the thousands of Australians who challenged stroke by living healthy, being aware and getting a health check during Stroke Week. The week is our annual campaign to shine a spotlight on stroke, raising awareness of the devastating impact of this insidious disease. It is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about stroke and how they can reduce their own risk. I am confident that there are thousands of people in the community who are more informed and can take control of their health after this week’s activities. Strokes don’t just happen one week of the year – every 10 minutes an Australian has a stroke, and their life changes forever. Last year Australians suffered 50,000 strokes. Most strokes are preventable. There are things we can do to help protect ourselves, like being aware of and managing our blood pressure, maintaining a healthy diet, stopping smoking and heavy drinking, and exercising. Dr Erin Lalor, CEO National Stroke Foundation, Melbourne Letters to the editor can be sent to The News, PO Box 588, Hastings 3915 or emailed to: team@mpnews.com.au Letters should be kept to a maximum 300 words and include name, address and contact phone number for verification purposes.

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Mornington BMW partner for racing THE Mornington Racing Club and Mornington BMW, the Peninsula’s leading BMW dealership, are proud to announce they are uniting for a partnership as of 1 October 2015. The foundation of the partnership secures Mornington BMW with naming rights for the 2015 Mornington BMW Cup and its $300,000 Listed flagship race. Along with 2015 Mornington BMW Cup Day designation rights, the partnership includes substantial on-course signage and branding presence, and also allows for on-course promotional activity, brand integration into content and entertainment opportunities. Mornington BMW has been an ongoing partner of the Mornington Racing Club for many years, previously sponsoring the Mornington BMW Fashions on the Field competition and support races on Peninsula Cup Day. Manager of Mornington Racing Club, Angela Cleland, was extremely happy about the partnership. “The Mornington Cup has been a major event on the Mornington Peninsula for 67 years which has been further cemented with the day

becoming a standalone race day in Victoria during Autumn. “Mornington showcases the finest in horseflesh; BMW, the finest in horsepower. The two complement each other perfectly, a match we know well from a long standing and successful partnership. “We’re thrilled at partnering with Mornington BMW and look forward to working with their talented team to confirm the Mornington BMW Cup as an iconic event for the Mornington Peninsula.” Mornington BMW General Manager, Aaron Cosstick, is equally delighted with the company’s confirmation of the Mornington BMW Cup. “Mornington BMW has had a long standing association with the sport of kings, and we are very excited to strengthen our relationship with the sport by solidifying our partnering with the Mornington Racing Club as naming rights partner of the Mornington BMW Cup.” “This sponsorship will cement Mornington BMW’s position as a premium automotive partner of racing on the Peninsula,” Cosstick said.

THE 2015 staging of the Mornington Racing Club’s Mornington Peninsula Hats N Hooves Charity Luncheon looms as an extra special event. As is custom in the lead-up to Mornington’s feature spring race day William Hill Peninsula Cup day, proceeds will be directed to local Charity Statewide Autistic Services Inc. ( SASI) based in Frankston, and supporting the local area. SASI offers teenagers and adults with high needs autism and other complex disabilities the education and support they need to live with dignity, respect and as independently as possible. Funds raised will be used to contribute to a 4 day camp for people with autism for expenses such as accommodation, food, transport and equipment with every dollar raised giving one more person the opportunity to live the life they

dream. All money donated goes to benefit our client in a tangible way. Hosted by fashion blogger Lauren Brain, the Mornington Peninsula Hats and Hooves Charity Luncheon, to be held in the Gunnamatta Room at Mornington Racecourse, includes:  All-inclusive three-course luncheon and beverages (excluding spirits)  Fashion parade brought to you by the fashion precincts of the Mornington Peninsula  Live auctions, silent auctions and raffle with all proceeds going to SASI  Fantastic door prizes to be won  Prize for table wearing the best hats Tickets to the Luncheon are available from the Mornington Racing Club on (03) 5975 3310. Further information about the event can be located at the Club’s website mrc.racing.com/ dining/mornington/hats-and-hooves

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Set for eco-friendly fair ENVIRONMENTALLY aware businesses, organisations, individuals and communities are ready for Balnarring Community Sustainability Fair, 9am-2pm, Saturday 10 October at Emu Plains Racecourse, Balnarring. Visitors are being urged to arrive early to take advantage of the free workshops on such topics as ethical purchasing of super foods, Indigenous learning in a pre-school environment, and preserving and fermenting food. Balnarring is home to many celebrated musicians, several of whom will be performing at the fair. There will also be old fashioned children’s activities and games, such as egg-and-spoon races, throughout the day. Fair-trade handicrafts will include handmade jewellery and clothing, local art, vintage clothes, local olive oils and wines. A selection of sustainable food choices will include free range, rare breed beef sausages, homemade vegie burgers, handmade sushi,

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calamari cones, vegetarian Indian food, South Gippsland ice-cream, fresh coffee and chai as well as local wines. The concept of the sustainability fair has been developed by Balnarring Primary School community and, according to Pea Saunders, wetlands and sustainability coordinator, Balnarring Primary School, the response for the second fair has been “overwhelming”. “We held the first fair in 2012 and were blown away by the support for the event and this year’s is shaping up to be even bigger,” she said. “Our workshop program is exceptional, the kids’ entertainment will be full of old-fashioned fun, and we have a wonderful collection of local musicians to entertain throughout the day.” Tours of Balnarring Primary School’s wetlands will also be run during the day. Visit bcsf.com.au or see the Balnarring Community Sustainability Fair Facebook page.

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THE $16.3 million police station about to be opened at Somerville is a debacle, according to a former detective. Former CIB chief David Killin was speaking at a Saturday morning public meeting at St Andrew’s Church Hall, Somerville, along with Police Association officers and local MPs. “To move all the detectives and the traffic police to Somerville and lock the station to the public, purely so the station has people in it and gives the appearance of being used, is a debacle,” Mr Killin said. “It is like something out of Yes Minister. A very brave decision, as Sir Humphrey would say.” His claims were backed by Liberal MPs Neale Burgess and Greg Hunt. Mr Hunt, MP for Flinders, acknowledged to the crowd of about 100 that the police station was a state issue, but said he had lobbied alongside state MP for Hastings Mr Burgess to bring the police station to Somerville. Police Minister Wade Noonan has previously said the building’s staffing was a matter for Acting Chief Commissioner Tim Cartwright – not his department. “It’s not a political decision – it’s a decision of the chief commissioner.” Mr Burgess said there were plans to hold more public meetings, including at Parliament House. Mr Killin said the issue “has many factors the public are entitled to know and be angry about”. People needing detectives or traffic police in busy summer traffic on the southern peninsula would face an hour-long wait. He said police cars would have to set off from Somerville “with huge travel times to work certain areas and with lost local knowledge”. “That should fix the crime rate and traffic figures ...” The new station, on the corner of Eramosa Rd West and Coolart Rd, is due to open on Wednesday 30 September. Mr Killen was for 30 years officer-in-charge of Rosebud and Mornington CIBs, with relieving

duties at Hastings over 42 years’ service. “I am also a local resident, so I think I qualify as being able to say things as they really exist,” he said. He said the Somerville station was designed to support local people but will not be a working police station “despite what senior officers say”. “It has no value to local residents who will be turned away if they present there looking for assistance,” he said. “It is the first police station to be built in Victoria that won't really be one.” Mr Killen said the station was initially to be manned by senior police – but they refused to go there. This prompted the decision to take CIB and traffic officers from Rosebud, Mornington and Hastings and so fill the station with police. “Never underestimate the importance of the public knowing a police member to give that important bit of information that will solve a crime,” he said. “Police are only as good as the public they represent. People like to speak to someone they know and trust if giving information. “The plain facts are that there are not enough police today and many members I have known for years are frustrated, with many now facing long travel times to even get to Somerville. “From experience I know that this is an unworkable situation. It is no use the public complaining of long wait times for police attendance if they don’t speak out now.” Mr Hunt told the meeting the town “deserves the police station it was promised. It deserves the police station that was built”. “But it is an absurdity that, after $16 million has been spent building a station, there will be no public access and no local police.” Mr Burgess slammed the term “police building” for the station, which he says was promised as a police station in the general sense of the word: with a manned counter and public access. “Somerville does not want to take the specialist police units from the southern peninsula or Hastings – it wants and needs its own uniformed officers.” Others speakers at the meeting were Opposition police spokesman Ed O’Donohue and Police Association secretary Ron Iddles.

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9.30am The Guest speaker will be Philip Curtis Excutive Director of Habitat for Humanity Victoria. Cost $7.00 includes cooked breakfast. Uniting Church Hall Point Nepean Rd. Dromana Bookings: Alan Murray 59 823 081 mob: 0400 648 094 SUNDAY 25 OCTOBER St Mark’s Anglican Church Dromana “MESSY CHURCH” 4.00PM. Children’s Church All Welcome. Enquiries Rev. Paul Woodcock 5987 2856 SUNDAY 11 & 25 OCTOBER Sorrento Bowls Club Inc. Try Bowls Day 10.30 am to 3pm. Join our professional coaches and learn how

to play lawn bowls. Wear flat-soled shoes (or go barefoot). Get a group of friends together for this free fun event! Loan bowls, sausage sizzle & club facilities available. Located at David Macfarlan Reserve, Hotham Rd sports complex beside Sorrento footy oval. For information & bookings contact: Sorrento Bowls Club Inc. Tel 5984 2831 or 0400 227 249 (Rod Bell) Email: sorrentobc@bigpond.com Website: www.sorrento.bowls.com. au LIONS CLUB OF RYE Annual Boat Raffle Tickets on sale each weekend Saturday Rosebud Plaza outside Red Entrance. Sundays main Street Sorrento. LOOK FOR THE BOAT. This years boat is a Haines Hunter

495 ProFish and trailer value $37,000.00 Tickets $3 each or $75 book of 25 tickets. Internet ticket sales and further information call Bob mob: 0425 713 287 This well known Lions Project supports many local charitable organisations. Drawn Drawn Australia Day Rye Foreshore at approx. 7.00pm.

NOVEMBER TUESDAY 3 NOVEMBER St Marks Anglican Church Dromana Play Group (held every Tuesday) 10.00 till 11.30 am. Contact : Cheryl King 5981 4512

SATURDAY 7 NOVEMBER Rotary Foreshore Community Market 8.30am till 1.00pm. Fresh local produce & much more. Free Entry. The Rotary Club of Rosebud-Rye. Bookings for stalls: ryeforeshoremarket@hotmail.com MONDAY 9 NOVEMBER St Marks Anglican Church Dromana FREE Ladies Morning Tea. All Welcome 10am - 12noon. Speakers: Yvonne Bill “Days for Girls”. Hygiene Kits for 3rd world countries to enable women to pursue schooling lifestyle and work . Speaker 2 : Vickie Janson Victorian State Director Australian Christians. An overview of women of Islam.

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First hand account from Gallipoli Compiled by Melissa Walsh MESSRS A. Scott and Co. will hold their monthly sale at Tanti on Monday next, when they will have a good yarding of cattle, sheep and sundries to dispose of. The sale will commence at half past twelve o’clock. *** A PUBLIC meeting is called for Monday evening next by Mr G.Griffeth, president of the shire, in the Fruitgrowers’ Hall, Somerville, for the purpose of forming a branch of the Patriots’ League. Mr M. F. King, of Melbourne, will address the meeting. *** AT the recent examinations of the Associated Board of the Royal Academy and Royal College of music the following pupils have passed:—Millie Dodd, primary division; Beatrice Andrews, elementary division, and Margaret Lander, higher division. *** IN future mails including letters, newspapers, packets and parcels for Expeditionary Forces will close at General Post Office, Melbourne, at 5 p.m. on day preceding despatch of mails. Letters from country districts must arrive at time stated to ensure despatch by outgoing mails. *** AFTER a delay of about 18 months owing to some of the parts having gone astray in transit, the work of mounting the cannon in Bay Street, Frankston, is being now proceeded with. It has long been an eyesore, lying in its dismounted state, which hap-

pily will now be removed. *** IN our report of the send-off to Frankston volunteers last week an error occurred in stating that the presentation to Private R. Dixon had been made by Mornington residents. It should have been that the presentation was made by three of Mr Dixon’s personal friends in Frankston. *** A PRESENTATION was made to Miss Gale, last week by the pupils of the Frankston State School in the shape of a nice clock, the occasion being the departure of that young lady to Dookie, to which school she has been appointed. Miss Gale was a favorite with her pupils and also with the fellow-teachers, and their best wishes go with her for her future welfare. *** THE many friends of Mr and Mrs F. T. Hill, will sincerely regret to hear that they have received word from the Defence Department that their son Eric is amongst the missing at Gallipoli. It will be remembered that their eldest son, William, was killed at the front some months ago. We trust that later news will soon be received that Eric has been found and is again in the ranks. *** WE have received a copy of the 44th annual report of the Young Mens’ Christian Association of Melbourne for the year ending 30th June last. It is very nicely got up in pamphlet form, with photos and views of their vari-

ous tents both in Victoria and Egypt. The book gives a short resume of the large amount of work carried out during the past year, more particularly at Broadmeadows (Victoria) and at the Egyptian Bases, in connection with the comfort of our Australian lads. A special contribution is asked to aid the association’s efforts during this time of war. *** LETTERS from the Front. (From Private Alex. Meldrum, of Somerville, now at Gallipoli) I suppose before you receive this letter you will have heard that I got slightly wounded at Gallipoli and hope that you do not run away with the idea that I am blown to pieces. I am one of the fortunate ones and only received slight injuries. It was last Thursday, 5th August, that we got notice to pack up our belongings and get ready to advance early next morning, so we started by sewing white patches on our shirts, one on the back and one on each sleeve, as we had to attack in our shirt sleeves. Our bundles were thrown into big heaps on the edge of the cliff and we were then issued with our iron rations. Then came our first disappointment — we were not to attack till Saturday morning — so we sat in our trenches all night and shivered. I can’t say we slept, at any rate, I didn’t. We waited till 4.30 in the evening when things got moving on our right and we gained three lines of trenches, as the Turks just simply took to their heels. This put us in great jumps. In the meantime the warships had moved

up the bay and started shelling the trenches in our direct front at 8 o’clock in the evening. At midnight our warships started shelling these trenches and it was like hell let loose. Pieces of shell were hitting all round us and I didn’t think there would be a Turk left alive in those trenches, but that is where we got a shock. At 4 in the morning, just breaking day, our red light signal flashed to stop the bombardment. In an instant we were out of our trenches and off dashed the first line. I was in the second, about ten yards in their rear. The last shell had scarcely exploded then, and before we had covered half the distance we met a wall of lead from machine guns, rifles and bombs. It was simply hell itself and the men of our first line dropped and dropped until by the time the trench was reached you could count the survivors on your fingers. At this time my line was about half way and had lost heavily, so we pulled ourselves together and rushed forward. I had only gone about five yards when I felt a bullet go through my hat and it knocked me out. I seemed to lie there for a terrible long time, but it could not have been many seconds. I put my hand to my head and could feel the blood running, but the bullet had just ploughed along the bone, and I soon felt alright. I could hear our chaps cheering as they charged, so I jumped up and went on again. I got within ten yards of the trench when another bullet struck me over the right eye and I again fell. At

this time there didn’t seem to be any of our chaps left. Another bullet went through my boot just nicking a piece out of my heel. I was also bleeding at the shoulder, so I left my rifle and crawled back, as we had got the order to retire. The wound in my shoulder was caused by a bit of casing. I had it taken out, but have no idea when I got it. I think I was very lucky to get out of it so easy as the bullets were thick and close enough to make things unpleasant. We lost a terrible lot of men. I do not know the exact figures, but about 10 per cent, of the 8th are all that escaped. 470 of us started, but there are only 53 left. It is hard to describe what a charge is like, such as ours, and just as hard to imagine. It was awful to see our chaps lying round. I won’t try and tell you about it as I wish to forget a lot of it myself. We struck a hail of petrol bombs which exploded all round us and burnt up everything that was near. I only hope we will have a chance of getting some of our own back before long as we have been very unlucky since we have been here. O well I am a bit tired, so must ring off, hoping all are well at home, and do not worry over my few scratches as will soon be alright. *** DANDENONG Market report: A fair yarding of all classes of cattle forward, and an improvement in prices all round. From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 2 October, 1915

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Awopbopaloobopalopbamboom By Stuart McCullough IMAGINE this: aliens land and take you hostage. Spirited away to their spacecraft, you are then dragged to meet their leader; a vile green beast with a glistening fang and one gigantic blinking eye, and are told that you must sum up all the achievements of Western Civilization in a single word or you will either be vapourised by their laser or, worse, forced to become a contestant on Family Feud. Under these heightened circumstances, what word do you choose to try and save your skin? Something naff like ‘hope’ or stomach-churningly turgid as ‘love’? There’s no way an alien leader is going to swallow that. The answer is simple. The word that best describes all of Western Civilization is as follows: Awopbopaloobopalopbamboom. So begins and ends ‘Tutti Frutti’. For those unfamiliar with it, ‘Tutti Frutti’ is not merely a record by Richard Wayne Penniman (better known as ‘Little Richard’). It’s Christmas, all your good birthdays and that time you managed to merge onto the Kings Way off-ramp without someone threatening to careen into your back bumper, all rolled into two and half mind-blowing minutes. Forget the Vostock 1 and the Mercury-Redstone 3; ‘Tutti Frutti’ is when human kind truly left this planet. It is an achievement that remains without equal. The Renaissance and its glut of cultural polymaths like Leonardo Da Vinci and other assorted clever clogs are but dunces. Little Richard is a ge-

nius without equal. While it’s fair to say that any one individual did not invent rock and roll, Little Richard deserves a fair chunk of the credit. This was the song that changed everything. He was fond as describing himself as the architect of rock and roll, but I don’t think that’s going far enough. For me, Little Rich-

ard is not only the architect but the plumber, the electrician and the dude that puts the blinds up also. That the song exists at all is a miracle. Little Richard was born in Macon, Georgia in 1932. In many ways, his upbringing exemplifies the tension between the spirit and the flesh that underpins the very best rock and roll. His

father was a deacon at the local church who also sold bootlegged moonshine liquor and ran a nightclub. As a child, Little Richard loved to sing in the church choir, but even then his voice was extremely dominant and he had a tendency to overpower the other singers, earning him the nickname ‘War Hawk’. Leaving home at sixteen, Little Richard travelled with various touring shows and, at one point, even worked as a drag performer. He started making records in the early fifties, but no one noticed. In early 1955, he dropped in a two-song demo to Specialty Records. Early sessions failed to yield a hit. It was only after the producer, ‘Bumps’ Blackwell saw Little Richard perform at the Dew Drop Inn and heard ‘Tutti Frutti’ that things turned around. But there was a problem: the song had been improvised in performances on the chitlin’ circuit and its lyrics were risqué even by today’s standards, much less those in the mid-fifties. A songwriter, Dorothy LaBostrie, was brought in to tone down the innuendo and the song was recorded in just three takes in September before being unleashed on an unsuspecting public in November. The world would never be the same again. Oddly, Pat Boone recorded a version of Tutti Frutti a short time later and both versions were on the American charts at once, with Pat peaking at number 12, and Little Richard at 17. Little Richard later claimed that white kids preferred his version, but had the Pat Boone rendition on hand to mollify their parents.

In 1955, the charts were dominated by songs like ‘Sixteen Tons’ by Tennessee Ernie Ford and ‘Mr. Sandman’ by The Chordettes. The former was a song about coal mining; the latter was subsequently re-written and vastly improved by Metallica. Into this polite world, Little Richard arrived. From the first instant, it sounds like nothing else with an acapella introduction that is unintelligible and yet makes perfect sense. The word ‘Awopbopaloobopalopbamboom’ imitates a drum pattern. The band goes like the clappers from the get go. The whole thing is nothing short of anarchy. Music no longer needed to be pleasing to the ear or in any way sweet. Rather, it had permission to be terrifying. Songs like Tutti Frutti were regarded as a threat to society back in 1955. You can’t say that about One Direction. Or, if you can, then not for the same reasons. This year is its sixtieth anniversary. You’d think a recording that old would sound frail or tame. Polite even. But listening to it now, it still sounds immensely powerful. It makes pretty anything you might hear on the radio sound lame and half asleep – the voice all but threatens to tear through the speakers at any moment. Death metal sounds like an afternoon nap in comparison. Aliens would, of course, be either highly intimidated or deeply impressed. Either way, they’d soon let you go on your way, saying only ‘Awopbopaloobopalopbamboom’ as their farewell. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

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HUNTERS & COLLECTORS RELEASE THEIR FIRST EVER ANTHOLOGY By Cameron McCullough

They are anthems for a generation, songs that define an era in Australian music. “The real essence of rock music,” Mark Seymour pondered at the end of 1983, “It’s just passion, it’s just really pure.” More than three decades later, that statement is a neat summation of the new Hunters & Collectors collection, which is simply titled Anthology. These 40 songs tell the tale of a remarkable 18 years, from the band’s early alternative days at St Kilda’s Crystal Ballroom – when Rolling Stone magazine dubbed them “White punks on funk” – to their years as a touring machine, playing to the suburban masses in sweaty beer barns. “We felt that if we couldn’t convey something to normal people who work nine-to-five then we might as well forget it,” Mark Seymour explained in 1985.

Mushroom Records started a new subsidiary, the White Label, to sign Hunters & Collectors. The band demanded artistic control. Mushroom boss Michael Gudinski famously likened dealing with them to dealing with the Communist Party. This is a story of egalitarianism. The collaborative energy of a rumbling rhythm section and the blistering Horns of Contempt, with songs that captured the brutal beauty of the Australian landscape. “We’ve always aimed to sound Australian,” Mark Seymour noted in 1986. Drummer

Doug Falconer called it “The Great Aussie Tug”, referring to the roaring backbeat necessary in a pub environment. For a generation of punters, these songs provided the soundtrack to their gig-going years. A Hunters & Collectors gig was a tribal experience. Paul Kelly remembers seeing the band in the 80s, when they were “gathering an army”. “Their audience was mainly young men, hungry for devotion,” Paul observed in his memoir. “Hunnas had a big, fat industrial bass sound, an anthemic horn section, and their singlet-clad singer, as fit as a trout, held nothing back.” At the start of the 90s, asked how he would like to be remembered, Mark Seymour responded: “I suppose if there is one thing that I’d like to be remembered for artistically, it’s getting all those people singing, ‘You don’t make me feel like I’m a woman any more.’”

Hunters & Collectors were Australia’s last great pub rock band. “They defined new parameters for Australian music,” critic Toby Creswell wrote when he was editor of Rolling Stone. “And Mark Seymour’s lyrics captured the Australian experience in a way no other writer has.” Anthology – culled from the band’s nine albums – follows the Hunnas’ live reformation, which coincided with the charttopping tribute album, Crucible, and saw the band perform at the AFL Grand Final and do shows with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band and The Rolling Stones. The tour won the 2014 Helpmann Award for Best Australian Contemporary Concert, but the band is adamant there will be no new Hunters & Collectors albums. This is it. And Anthology shows why Hunters & Collectors mattered – and why they still do.

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SOFTLY DOES IT Manyung Gallery The Mornington Peninsula is a compliation of so many contrasted geographic formations and influences. The soaring bluffs of Cape Schanck , the rolling hills and valleys of our prized hinterland, through to the majesty of the never ending wave motions and their impacts on beachscape and rock formations from Balnarring to Point Nepean. Artists visiting the Mornington Peninsula over many past decades have been attempting to capture and interpret such wondrous contrasts. Stark rock formations can be seen at times so clearly, then lost to mists rising from angry seas at the next glance. Views along the beaches of Port Phillip Bay change with the sky colours as the rolling clouds obliterate an intense summer sun and a once bright blue sea becomes a grey expanse. The scapes of the Mornington Peninsula ha been painted by hundreds of artists and each interpretation is understandably so different. Miertje Skidmore returns to Manyung Gallery Sorrento for her annual exhibition entitled â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Softly Does Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; with a new series of works which actually downplay many of the contrasts eluded to. This season she has changed her approach saying â&#x20AC;&#x153;I generally paint and see our earth with the surrounding universe in a vivid explosion of colours and never ending movement and energy. At times we need to step back, listen and demand a more serene environment to reboot ourselvesâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That may be something as simple as a walk on the beach with soft ripples of waves, with our feet in the warm sand, listening to nothing more than a few birds enjoying that same process.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;This body of works acknowledges the need for those more subtle moments in lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x153;. Miertje has reflected these sentiments in a her large abstracted impressions derived from the coastline near her studio and her many visits to the Mornington Peninsula. Miertje Skidmoreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Exhibition open at Manyung Gallery Sorrento , 113 Ocean Beach Road at noon on Saturday 3 October and runs to Thursday 29 October.

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WINNEBAGO ESPERANCE. Excellent condition with rear bathroom, toilet, shower, vanity, Island bed & electric side slideout to make large comfortable dinette area. Iveco 3ltr turbo auto diesel just serviced with GPS, air/con, power windows, rear camera, computer & driver/passenger airbags, cruise control, power windows & only requires standard licence. Standard items include reverse cycle A/C, 3 way 150ltr fridge, gas oven & hot plates, exhaust canopy, micowave, large internal & external storage compartments, sun block curtains, pull out awning, outdoor entertainment centre & gas/elec. HWS, invertor external gas BBQ connection, (2) gas bottles, slideout generator box. Lots of upgrades & extras including tow bar, Fiamma fixed folding double bike rack, 80 litre additional water tank, solar panels, washing machine, awning slide shade, removable Webasco gas ducted heating, external TV point. Registration (XKW-992). $125,000 neg. Phone: 0418 310 060. JAYCO, Destiny pop top, 2007,island D/bed, toilet, shower, AC, H/water service, awning, full annexe, battery backup, dual axle, TV/DVD player, aerial, 3 way fridge, M/wave, electric brakes, VGC. $25,750neg. 0404 030 705.

JAYCO Freedom Pop top 2002 18ft. LG Mircowave, 90ltr 3 way fridge, 4 Burner cook top, grill and full oven, rangehood, Heron 2.2 Air conditioner/heater, double bed, water tank, twin 9kg gas bottles and cradles, security screen door, outside tap, power outlets, dual axles, electric brakes, roll out awning. Inside hot water unit, 2 extra 12 vault power plugs, 39cm TV with built in DVD player, antenna, full zip up annexe, spare pole carrier, outdoor caravan cover, portable flush toilet and shower with pump for instant hot water, recently serviced and new bearings fitted. Plus heaps more extras. Registration (P65711). Excellent condition. $23,500 neg. Phone: 0438 354 634.

REGAL 16FT Comfort Tourer. Poptop in excellent condition, front kitchen with excellent bench space, loads of cupboards and storage, microwave, gas cooktop & oven, electrolux 3 way fridge, comfortable single beds, water hoses, near new light truck tyres, electric brakes, annexe with zipped walls, ratchet jockey wheel and load levellers. Reg (D47124). $8,500 neg. Please phone: 5977 1859. Mount Martha.

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Ultimate prize: Frankston YCW capped off a fantastic season by seeing off Mornington 18.15 (123) to 5.6 (36) in Sundayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Peninsula League Grand Final. Picture: Gary Bradshaw

Stonecats are Premiers PENINSULA LEAGUE

By Toe Punt FRANKSTON YCW capped off a wonderful season by winning the Peninsula League premiership by a whopping 87 points over Mornington on Sunday. The Stonecats have been by far the best side in the competition this season, having had a 77-point average winning margin this season. On Sunday at the Kars St Oval, the Stonecats dominated to win 18.15 (123) to 5.6 (36). Frankston YCWâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s previous two encounters against Mornington saw them win by 10 goals and almost 15 goals. On Sunday, it was much of the same. The Stonecats were prepared, disciplined, clinical and professional, a trademark that has been with this clubs since the years of Josh Kendall, Paul Theobald, Joey Lane and Mark Berenger.

It graduated through the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bugsyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Barry years and is now front and centre in the current coach Scott Mathers. Mathers worked his way through the Under 18â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, like Buggsy, and has now coached back-to-back flags. Mathers has ensured that this group stays hungry and professional. When the final siren sounded on Sunday, players swarmed to tough midfielder Luke Collins, who was under a pack all day clearing the ball out to runners. Collins had lost his father the night before the game â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the passion for a teammate was testament to the YCW Football Club. From the first bounce, there was a commitment to the cause from the Stonecats â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they were first to the footy, relentless in their pressure and disciplined to their structures. While Mornington was able to withstand the pressure in the first quarter, they just couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t maintain it.

The juggernaut put them to the sword in the second quarter and the game was over at half time, 11.9 (75) to 1.2 (8). The Stonecats won the clearances, 33 to 29, such was the battle between Ash Eames and Michael Gay. Eames won the duel. The Stonecats dominated the inside 50s, 55 to 38. Morningtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entries were more a kick and hope arrangement. Tony Lester was judged the RPP Best on Ground, voted by former Langwarrin premiership coach Gavin Artico, Jason Chapple, yours truly and Michael Voss. Jack Mazurek was given the VCFL medal for best on ground â&#x20AC;&#x201C; he was super also. The Stonecats were superb. League medal winner Kyle Hutchison booted four goals, along with Lew Roberts. Jesse Coghlan was superb on Jack-

son Calder, Kevin Lylak, Byron Barry and Anthony Barry dominated in the back half. Ryan Santon and Brenton Credlin are two of the most outstanding youngsters in the competition and they were superb in the Grand Final. Scott McLeod was brilliant when the game needed to be won in the first half with 12 possessions in the opening hour and Jai Coghlan was one of the best five players on the ground. Talk about leadership, Coghlan had it in spades. Ben Tellis is a star. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re contemplating retirement legend, forget about it. He kicked two goals and had more than 15 possessions. David Bodley (two goals), Paul Minchington (two goals), Brad Ulms and Anthony Bruhn (one goal) all looked dangerous when the ball went inside. Daniel Waddell, despite all the years he has been at YCW (with a Dromana flag in between), finally won his first

senior flag with the Stonecats. Knee injuries cost him in the past. Craig Nankervis was simply brilliant. His work rate, along with Collingwood VFL player and local boy Lachy Wallace (23 possessions), were instrumental in the win. It was a tough day for the Dogs. Danny and Dale Nolan could hold their heads high after the game, along with Adam Symes, who is as tough as a catâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s head. Jai Haddock was tireless, tough and relentless and Ryan Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dell was superb. The Dogs can build their club around these two blokes. The season belonged to the Frankston YCW. They were a pleasure to watch, on every occasion. Congratulations needs to go to club president Gerry Wintle and his team â&#x20AC;&#x201C; what a well-run, professional club that just oozes success. Well done, Frankston YCW Football Club.

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Bulls land ‘three-timer’ Poholke FOOTY NEWS

By Toe Punt KARINGAL Football Club has landed the biggest blow in off-season recruiting, landing three-time Sorrento premiership forward Leigh Poholke. Yours truly broke the exclusive story on the RPP Footy Show and Toe Punt Facebook Page on Saturday morning. The 2014 Nepean League MVP and Team of the Year player has gone to the Bulls to “personally challenge” himself. Poholke said he had been fortunate in his career to be at a “great club” and one that has enjoyed a lot of success. However, Poholke said it was time for a change. “I want to challenge myself. I think that I can bring the experience I have gained from being in a successful club and help out the Karingal Football Club. “I have always heard great things about Karingal and people I spoke to before I made my decision were very positive about the way the club is managed. “For me, I’m young, the club has a great group of kids coming through and there’s plenty of irons in the fire for further recruits.” Poholke conceded that he had been offered a lot of money to coach in the Alberton League, reportedly $30,000 a year but wanted to stay closer to home to run his personal landscape gardening business.

Fevola to play at Bombers Former Carlton and Brisbane Lions full forward Brendan Fevola will line up

for Frankston Bombers in Round 1 next season. The Bombers will tackle Pearcedale in the opening round of the Nepean League 2016 season, on Good Friday. In further exciting news, Bombers are expected to confirm this week that the game will be played at the home of Frankston Dolphins at Kars St. Coach Beau Muston said it was an exciting get for the club. “We’ve been working pretty hard in the past 12 months to change the perceptions of the club,” Muston said. “This means that we need to start doing things a bit differently and become more relevant in the competition. “Having Brendan for one game is an investment but we’re sure that on Good Friday, there’ll be plenty of people who want to come to Kars St to watch the opening round and ‘Fev’ running around.

Jewell not signed Despite rumours to the contrary since round six of the Nepean League season, Rosebud premiership coach Nick Jewell said there was nothing to ‘officially’ announce at Sorrento. “I know what the rumours are but there is nothing official at this stage,” Jewell said. However, Nick was informed by Leigh Poholke on Thursday night that he wasn’t playing football at Sorrento next season. “I was at cricket training and when I came out there were three missed calls from Leigh. At that stage I thought to myself, this can’t be good news,” Nick said.

If Jewell hadn’t signed at Sorrento, one wonders why it would be bad news that Poholke has signed at Sorrento. In further news from Nick, he said there was no truth to the rumour that Leigh Treeby was in the running for the Rosebud job.

Stratton unhappy New Crib Point coach Taylor Stratton was unhappy to read the paper last week, claiming he had been recruiting teammates as far back as Round 15 to join him at Crib Point. “I wasn’t even coach of Crib Point in Round 15 – so I’m not sure where that came from,” Stratton said. “If players want to join me at Crib, then fantastic, however, it’s not my intention to go through every player on the Hastings list and try and get them across. “My brother Kain will join me but at this stage I think that will be it. If we can get everyone on the track at the start of pre-season training, I have no doubt we’ll be right up there again next season.

Hamish to Pines Pines are hopeful that they can land former North Melbourne and Geelong ruckman Hamish McIntosh. The stumbling block at present appears to be the asking price, however, it is believed that he is very interested in joining his former teammate Aaron Edwards at the club.

Groggy: Brendan Fevola after a big hit when he played for Ovens & Murray against a Peninsula League side earlier this year. Pic: Michael Kompa Photography

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