Western Port News 9 August 2023

School’s in for tree planting

STUDENTS at Somerville Primary School took to gardening with a purpose on Friday, planting more than 500 plants for National Tree Day.

Science teacher and sustainability manager Chris Williams said the entire school was involved in the special event that aimed to highlight the importance of protecting and preserving nature. He said the students enjoyed doing their bit for the environment and learning more about the plant world.

Digging in: Helping out at Somerville Primary School on National Tree Day are Kai, Jayden and teacher Chris Williams (Teacher), Sienna and Mia. Picture: Gary Sissons

Shire’s show and tell for MPs

cil officers - that about 4000 of the peninsula’s 170,000 residents were experiencing homelessness.

Mornington Peninsula Shire last week injected a bit of showbiz into its lobbying for money and support from the state government.

The mayor Cr Steve Holland, and CEO John Baker last Wednesday took to the stage in Queen’s Hall, Parliament House to remind MPs and anyone else moving through the hall that the peninsula has problems as well as attractions for tourists.

Baker told the assembled audience - including councillors and coun-

“Predominantly it’s women sleeping in cars with kids,” he said. “Typically, they're divorced, they've been left with a couple of kids, and they've got nowhere to live. They've done all the sofa surfing. They've done all the staying-with-friends and now the last thing they've got left is their car.”

Holland said the shire was staging the event to highlight important community priorities “and bust some of the myths about the peninsula”.

“Over our three-day showcase we are hoping to talk to as many sitting

members as possible about the benefits of the projects not only for our local community, but for all Victorians,” Holland said.

The presentation came one week after Holland warned the state government would “further centralise [its planning] power” on the back of an investigation by the Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission into planning decisions by Casey Council (“Councils fear state planning takeover” The News 1/8/23).

But those warnings were not mentioned as the shire “took our community’s message directly to the decision-makers, ensuring we were

heard above 78 other councils across Victoria,” Holland told The News Comedian and radio presenter Sammy J was hired as master of ceremonies for Wednesday’s presentation, with further entertainment provided by Katrina Waters, of the Mornington Peninsula Chorale choir.

MPs would have found the shire’s bid to get their attention hard to avoid as they passed through Queen’s Hall on their way to either the Legislative Assembly or Legislative Council. The venue is regarded as one of Melbourne’s most prestigious function and event venues.

“We wanted to highlight opportuni-

ties for government investment that would unlock significant economic and wellbeing benefits for our community,” Holland said, asserting “the benefits of this showcase will last for months and years to come”.

“We made connections that we will follow up and which will allow us to keep making our case for more investment.”

In his prepared speech, Holland said the peninsula was “a far more complex community than many people realise … a microcosm of Victoria as a whole”.

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State urged to ‘free-up’ houses

MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire

Council is pushing the state government to “urgently” release stateowned land on the peninsula for housing.

At their 25 July meeting councillors voted to request the housing minister to free up land parcels for social and affordable housing and to “engage” with council and service providers to determine ways to ease the housing crisis.

They also called for priority maintenance of the existing 300 vacant government department-owned properties on the peninsula to return it for desperately needed social housing stock.

Unclaimed money

RESIDENTS and businesses in Mornington Peninsula Shire are owed more money from the Victorian State Revenue Office than many other Victorian municipalities.

They are being urged to check online to see if they are entitled to any of the $109 million in unclaimed money lodged with the tax office.

The office holds records of money that is unclaimed after 12 months, including refunds, rents and bonds, share dividends, salaries and wages, debentures, interest and proceeds from sales, as well as winnings from TAB, Tabcorp, Tattersalls and Intralot that are unclaimed for six months or more. Most of the entitlement records have been held for less than 10 years.

Recent data has revealed the three biggest entitlement pools were Morn-

ington Peninsula ($2,811,030), followed by Yarra Ranges ($2,072,196) and Greater Geelong ($1,906,251).

Last financial year, the state revenue office processed 19,050 unclaimed money claims from across the state.

Water bills to rise

BILLS from South East Water are expected to increase this financial year.

South East Water has announced changes to its billing system, which are expected to increase the average cost of a household bill by nearly three per cent.

South East Water is removing its fixed sewage disposal charge and incorporating its sewage disposal into a new water usage tariff from 1 July.

South East Water managing director Lara Olsen said the change would make billing “simpler” for customers, “making it easier for them to budget, and continuing our digital metering rollout across the south-east”.

“Our digital metering rollout is one of the largest in Australia and provides customers with the ability to securely monitor water use and identify potential leaks. With over 90,000 meters installed so far, this has saved our customers almost 800 million litres of drinking water and over $3.3 million off bills,” she said.

Bach to Bacharach

MORNINGTON Peninsula Chorale performs Bach to Bacharach at 2.30pm on Sunday 27 August at Mount Eliza Community Hall, 100 Canadian Bay Road, Mount Eliza. The 40-minute program includes choral pieces from J S Bach’s St Matthew Passion, his Cantata 147 Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring and four of

Burt Bacharach’s greatest hits. The concert will be followed by complimentary afternoon tea served by members of Frankston Symphony Orchestra.

The chorale is part of Frankston Music Society and will be conducted by the choir’s co-director Tom Pugh with accompanist Serena Carmel. Details: FMS president Julie Trainer, 0408 561 702.

Tickets $25 (limit 100 places) from: trybooking.com/circa

Talk about Boyd

COLIN G Smith will speak about the landscape artist Penleigh Boyd at Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery on Monday 21 August.

Smith has published a book on the life and work of Penleigh Boyd, a member of the artistic family.

Penleigh’s painting, Winter Calm, Frankston, is seen as typical of his work.

Smith’s book also illustrates the work of Penleigh’s wife, Edith Susan Anderson, and his parents Emmie Minnie and Arthur Merric. Sunlight and Storm: The Life and Art of Penleigh Boyd, is his third book.

Smith has researched and written about the Boyd family for more than 30 years, including Penleigh’s brother, Merric and his niece, Lucy Boyd Beck.

Smith’s talk will be held at 11am on Monday 21 August at Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, Dunns Road, Mornington. Cost is $15 (refreshments included).

For bookings and further details go to eventbrite.com.au/e/coling-smith-a-talk-on-the-australianlandscape-artist-penleigh-boyd-tickets-680684514707

people are currently homeless on the Mornington Peninsula.

Council chance to review paid parking

Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au

MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire councillors have been told that investigating dropping the car park near Flinders pier in a paid parking trial would have “serious implications” for the entire project.

Flinders, Sunnyside Beach, Mount Eliza and Schnapper Point, Mornington are the three car parks earmarked for the paid parking trial over summer.

Major project coordination team leader Marcus Harris, in a report to this week’s public council meeting (Tuesday 8 August) said excluding Flinders from the trial would delay quotes for the vehicle identification cameras to be used in the paid parking trial.

Graveside vigil for Vietnam war dead

MEMBERS of the veteran community came together with family and friends at Dromana Cemetery on Thursday (3 August) to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the end of Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War.

A vigil was held at the graveside of Michael Poole, of Dromana, one of 523 Australians who died in Vietnam between 1962 and 1973.

Poole, who was killed by a landmine explosion in 1967, served with the fifth battalion.

More than 3000 Australians were wounded in the 11-year conflict and the Dromana service was one of hundreds held around the country as communities reflected and paid tribute to the fallen.

Safety Beach Vietnam veteran Roger Beacall said the veteran community was a “tight knit” one that recognised the importance of honouring those who paid the ultimate price.

Beacall, who served in the seventh battalion in Vietnam in 1967, said Pool was in his 20s when he was killed, the average age of most Australian soldiers who went to Vietnam.

He said Poole would never be forgotten.

The Australian government will mark the anniversary with a national service at the Australian Vietnam Forces National Memorial in Canberra on 18 August.

Liz Bell

Harris said Flinders and Sunnyside car parks were chosen for the trial because of the “simple configuration” of their access roads. Schnapper Point “allows the testing of a broader range of business rules and impacts in a more complex situation”.

Flinders was seen as an “ideal pilot site” as it was separate from the town’s commercial area “and provides an opportunity to test if visitor paid parking in smaller car parks will generate revenue”.

“More importantly, it will be vital in helping council determine the viability of visitor paid parking within foreshore car parks on the Western Port side of the peninsula,” Harris said.

Councillors were given the opportunity to further debate the paid parking trial this week on the back of a notice of motion from Cr David Gill calling for an investigation into Flinders

being excluded “because of the detrimental effect on local businesses and a lack of space for parking to make this a meaningful trial”.

An earlier notice of motion from Gill for Flinders to be “discontinued” as part of the paid parking trial was rejected by the CEO John Baker “on the basis that this will cost more than $10k”.

Gill’s efforts to exclude Flinders follow representations from residents opposed to the trial despite being offered free ePermits (“Call for answers on paid parking trial” The News 18/7/23).

One example given to Gill involved a man who had a disability permit and was supported - often on visits to Flinders - by four NDIS support workers driving their own cars.

He was also told that councillors “need to consider the ageing and disability population of people who live on the peninsula, some do not have mobile phone or use a computer … they pay rates and should be entitled to be encouraged to access our beautiful locations”.

In his report, Harris said the paid parking trial “is not solely about revenue”.

He said business rules, including staff and business permits, “will alleviate many of the concerns for businesses at Flinders and negate any perceived detrimental effect”.

“The pilot also aims to improve turnover, trial new technology and test business rules on a small scale before decisions are made on any further rollout.

“Should the pilot be a success many costs such as the ePermits system will see economies of scale moving forward.”

Picture: Yanni

Developing on the back of a horse

IT’S well known among equestrians that being around horses can have a therapeutic effect on mental health, but there are also a range of physical and social benefits that come with riding these beautiful animals.

The coordinator at Riding for the Disabled Peninsula, Jenny Stidston, says the program is helping riders gain confidence, and at the same time improving their coordination, balance, muscle development and communications skills.

“RDA helps to enrich lives through specialised programs and a relationship with horses, and it can be very helpful for people with a variety of physical and intellectual disabilities,” she said.

Stidston says the riding experience also helps participants develop a sense of personal control. Studies had shown that young people who participated in horseback riding and horse care showed increased emotional regulation and resourcefulness.

Operating from its new home in Main Ridge, courtesy of the Uncommon Folk Foundation, Riding for the Disabled Peninsula provides an all-weather, undercover program for riders, supported by trained volunteers and accredited coaches.

Stidston said the farm provided a great environment for the riders and the horses.

“We were so thankful to the Uncommon Folk Foundation, they have

provided a perfect venue for us and somewhere for our horses can stay,” she said.

“Our participants can continue to enjoy the experience of horse riding and benefit from the exercise and social connection.”

Stidston said the program had been embraced by the peninsula community, with local sponsors making its continuation possible. Participants in the programs are selected by special developmental schools in consultation with RDA

coaches or through RDA assessment and a waiting list.

Stidston said programs were tailored by accredited coaches in consultation with therapists to help the riders meet needs and achieve specific goals. These programs included early

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intervention, horsemanship, mounted activities, vaulting, music, strength and coordination exercises. For more information email RDA Peninsula at rdavpeninsula@gmail. com or go to rdapeninsula.com.au

Helping keep a roof over people’s heads

THE banking of Community Bank Balnarring & District customers is supporting Western Port Community Support’s Housing and Homelessness Program, which aims to decrease the number of people experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless, across our district.

Community Bank Balnarring & District return profits directly to the people and communities that generate them, so your home loans and business banking become part of something bigger.

In 2021/22 they invested $30,000 in this program and then contributed a further $30,000 in 2022/23.

Now in 2023/24 they have again invested $30,000, because they know that homelessness is a growing problem on the peninsula and this outstanding program is needed.

Leading the way: Annette Bright on Opal, lrft, with volunteers Kate WrightSmith, Sarah Oliver (holding the rope) and Jane Joycey (at the rear). Above: Ruby on Opal with volunteers Penny Pryce, Lisa Sheahan and Jane O’Shea. Pictures: Supplied

Volunteers from St Marks Balnarring ‘Doing Justice’ group, Balnarring Lions Club and Community Bank Balnarring & District held a BBQ for Homelessness Awareness week raising $1000 in support of Western Port Community Support.

Fast food ‘ban’ lifted

Liz Bell liz@mpnews.com.au

POLICE and the education department are investigating a series of intimidating incidents at Somerville McDonalds, following continued aggressive and disrespectful behaviour by school students.

A hand-written sign banning Somerville Secondary College students from the store was removed on Friday, two days after it was placed there by a staff member attempting to protect his staff and customers.

The McDonalds franchise was not aware of the sign or student ban at the Somerville store.

Bad behaviour by groups of young people has been an ongoing issue at the fast-food restaurant, including the throwing of food, staff being abused and spat at, and even someone allegedly defecating at the front door.

A spokesperson from McDonalds head office said the company was “working with local schools and the police” to manage antisocial behaviour from young people in the area.

She said the health and safety of staff and customers is the company’s “top priority”. “Antisocial behaviour is not tolerated in our restaurants. We won’t accept abuse, intimidation, threats or violence towards our customers or employees,” she said.

“We are working closely with schools and the police to find a resolution and help reduce these incidents.”

Several comments on social media have backed the restaurant staff, saying the behaviour of some school students was intimidating and frightening for people who witnessed it.

One said the behaviour of young people at the restaurant kept customers away but that the “troublemakers” were from other schools.

The News believes police and school management have been called to intervene and speak to

students on more than one occasion.

Police have confirmed they are working with all parties on the antisocial behaviour at the restaurant.

“Victoria Police is working alongside stakeholders, including business owners and the Department of Education to address community concerns,” a police statement reads.

“Police are undertaking additional patrols in the area involving uniform police, as well as members from the Proactive Policing Unit and youth resource officers.”

A spokesperson said that “only a small number of isolated incidents have been reported to police”. Police also confirmed that an investigation is underway into youth crime in the area.

An Education Department spokesperson said government school students were “expected to represent their school well when in the community” but declined to comment further due to the police investigation.

A PICTURE of the sign on the door at McDonalds, Somerville was posted on Facebook.

Fire closes shop

A HASTINGS laundromat has been temporarily shut down after a fire last Thursday (3 August) destroyed machinery and stock.

The fire broke out at the Westside Laundrette in Victoria Street overnight and was responded to by Hastings and Bittern fire brigades as well as Fire Rescue Victoria.

Firefighters were on the scene in minutes and crews donned breathing apparatus so they could begin working to contain the fire.

It was a multi-service response, with Somers Fire Brigade turning out breathing apparatus support vehicle before Fire Rescue Victoria was called in for support and a ladder platform from Dandenong arrived to allow the roof to be assessed.

Two volunteers from Western Port Fire Brigades Group CFA also attended.

United Energy, Victoria Police and Ambulance Victoria responded for the protection of crews and the public.

The cause of the fire is being investigated.

Holiday home thefts

TWO people have been arrested and charged following a spate of alleged home burglaries on the Mornington Peninsula over the past month.

Crime investigation officers received reports of six holiday homes being targeted in the Rye area between 3 and 29 July.

Most of the properties were accessed using house keys left for future renters. The homes were then allegedly ransacked, with large quantities of white goods, appliances and furniture stolen.

No resident or renter was inside at the time.

Following inquires, police arrested a 34-yearold man and 36-year-old woman in Rye on Friday 4 August.

Both were charged with handling stolen goods and possessing proceeds of crime and will appear at Dromana Magistrate’s Court at a later date.

The man was also charged with having com-

Balnarring burglary

POLICE are investigating a shop burglary in Balnarring on Wednesday 12 July.

It is believed alleged offenders, pictured above, went to the Frankston-Flinders Road business about 5am and stole the till containing about $600 in cash.

Two unknown Caucasian males remained outside the store on lookout while one male entered through the front door.

Investigators have released the above image of a man who may be able to help with inquiries.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at crimestoppersvic.com.au

mitted indictable offences while on bail.

Police have seized more than 100 household items believed to have been stolen, which are in the process of being returned to their owners. At this stage, the incidents are believed to be linked.

Detective Sergeant Matt McCormack, of Mornington Peninsula Crime Investigation Unit, said Victoria Police was reminding homeowners – in particular, hosts who rented their properties out for short stays – to secure their properties while no one was home.

“Think outside the box – or letterbox – when it comes to hiding keys for future renters. Don’t give opportunistic thieves easy access to your property,” he said.

“Remove all spare keys from outside the home, and ensure that all doors, windows and pet doors are locked.

“Consider installing CCTV and alarm systems to further secure your property and belongings.”

Drink driver nabbed

A MALE driver intercepted by police by Hastings police last Thursday (3August) has had his licence suspended after he blew 0.177 in a breath test.

About 11.30pm police were on patrol when they observed a car swerving along Eramosa Road West, Somerville.

Police intercepted the car and spoke to the driver who returned a positive roadside breath test.

He was taken to Mornington police station for a further breath test where he blew 0.177.

The man’s licence was immediately suspended, and he will face court at a later date.

Shire pitches its message to parliament

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“So, we’re here today to give you a deeper understanding of the peninsula, bust some of the myths about our community and reveal some of the untapped potential of the region.

“We need your help to unlock the potential of the Mornington Peninsula – in particular Western Port … [which had] suffered as a result of chronic underinvestment from successive governments.”

However, he was pleased with recent announcements “that will see millions invested in the Western Port region”.

Holland said the shire was “very excited to have [former councillor now MP for Hastings] Paul Mercurio now representing our region”.

He said Mercurio (whose office said he did not attend because of illness) was a “committed champion” of three of the shire’s investment priorities: a performing arts centre for Hastings; “unlocking” land not needed for port development for such things as affordable housing, agriculture, conservation and industry; and future proofing one of the region’s major food producing areas by using the 370 million litres of “high-quality recycled water being flushed out to sea” daily at Gunnamatta.

“So, there you have it – three investment-ready projects that would boost the economy of Western Port, channel investment to some of the most disadvantaged communities in the state, support government policy and provide wider benefits for Victoria as a whole,” Holland said.

Peninsula walk made for TV

SORRENTO and Portsea feature in an episode of the new SBS series Great Australian Walks With Julia Zemiro.

The Logie nominated actor, presenter and comedian takes audiences on a journey exploring 10 of Australia’s most historically significant walks.

Episode one traverses the paths of Point Nepean and will screen at 7.30pm Thursday 10 August.

Zemiro takes in the coastal towns of Sorrento and Portsea, their ocean views, beaches and national parks and learns about some of the local stories.

Mornington Peninsula Shire CEO John Baker, above left, and mayor Cr Steve Holland, right, led the pitch to MPs for more state government support, while comedian Sammy J, left, sang a song to the tune of Frank Sinatra’s My Way: Yes there were times, when I would think This might be faster if I took Eastlink

But I’d prefer, as I drive along

To see Port Philip Bay, than Dandenong

And though I roam, I’m always coming home

On Nepean Highway Pictures: Parliament of Victoria

Arriving by ferry with Bass Strait on one side and Port Phillip on the other, Zemiro sets off on the 13.75km walk around that part of the southern peninsula, home to some of the nation’s most expensive real estate. Featured in her walk are the site of the quarantine station built at Point Nepean to keep out scarlet fever, an old military fort used to defend Australia in WWI and WWII, and the beach where Prime Minister Harold Holt disappeared in December 1967. Zemiro meets people who share stories about the area, including: Walkers Journal editor and co-founder Tamsin O’Neill who founded the publication during the pandemic when movement was restricted; Historian Tom Griffiths who speaks about Holt’s disappearance; former convenor of Australian Albanians Erik Lloga who worked as a translator for Kosovan refugees quarantined at Point Nepean in 1999; “millionaires walk” resident John Fisher; and actress and Bunurong woman Tasma Walton and Bunurong elder Aunty Gail Dawson.

Grants and Scholarships

Apply for community grants and sponsorships

Around our Peninsula

August

$4.1 million in community funding now open

Calling all Mornington Peninsula community groups, organisations, businesses and sole traders!

If you’re looking for a Shire grant, subsidy or sponsorship, our Community Investment Funding is now open. We have a huge $4.1 million to invest in our community. If your project matches up with key themes in our Council and Wellbeing Plan, we want your application. Thanks to the more than 90

community members who attended our grants information sessions and writing workshops. Our Shire officers have heard about some amazing project ideas for investment. mornpen.vic.gov.au/grants

Grant writing workshop

Thursday 14 September, 6-8.30pm

Online and in person at the Shire Office, Mornington. Book your free spot: mornpen.vic.gov.au/grantsessions

Reminders

Briars

Mayor Cr Steve Holland, Cr Anthony Marsh, Cr Despi O’Connor

Mornington Community Support Centre (MCSC) has officially reopened its doors at 320 Main Street after flood damage. We have coordinated repair works so the MCSC team can return and continue offering their full suite of support and services to our community.

If you or someone you know needs their help, we encourage you to drop by between 9.30am – 4pm, Monday to Friday, or visit their website to find out more. mcsc.au

Events

1-31 Small Business Festival Various locations

08 How to Beat and Treat a Stroke

Hastings Library

09 Chatty Café Rosebud Library

12 Games by the Fire

The Briars, Mount Martha

13 Devilbend Trail Run

Devilbend Reserve, Tuerong

15 Selling Safely Online

Rosebud Library

16 Gardening Chat Club

Hastings Library

18 Sensitive Storytime Mornington Library

23 Children’s Book Week Parade

All Shire libraries

25 No Charge Green Waste Weekend

Shire Resource Recovery Centres

September

01 Pathways for Carers

Mount Martha Community House

02 Rye Foreshore Market

2307 Point Nepean Road, Rye

02 No Waste Cooking Mornington Community House

14 Grant Writing Workshop

Shire

Messages from your Councillors

Nepean Crs Susan Bissinger, Sarah Race

The final stage to rebuild Rye Pier is well underway. The project will completely rebuild the rest of the pier to include a wider timber deck and extra berthing space for vessels. The work will be ready for summer for everyone to enjoy.

Seawinds

Cr Simon Brooks, Cr Antonella Celi, Deputy Mayor Cr Debra Mar

Cerberus Cr Lisa Dixon

Hastings will be the focus of political attention this week when Council hosts a showcase event at Parliament House.

The release of surplus land around the Port of Hastings and a new Performing Arts Centre are two out of three advocacy priorities in Western Port we’re shining a spotlight on.

We believe these projects would bring significant economic, social, environmental and cultural opportunities for our local community, as well as all Victoria.

We have a future vision for the David McFarlan Reserve in Sorrento and we want your feedback. Look out for more information in the coming weeks to have your say about the proposed Master Plan.

Red Hill Cr David Gill COVID-19 taught us a lot about the importance of both organised and informal sport and the arts in our community. They are important to our enjoyment and wellbeing, yet there is a lack of essential venues that give audiences a chance to enjoy live performances and art works.

A local saying is that under every rock on the Peninsula there is a budding musician or an artist; we need to nurture them.

We’re pleased the projects we’ve been advocating for have been recognised in the Budget. There’s progress to improve the Safety Beach foreshore access upgrades, concept designs for a new path around Anthonys Nose and the Southern Peninsula Youth Hub building is progressing well. Check out our new Family Life op shop in Rosebud to pick up a bargain and support our community. All proceeds of the goods sold in this shop will help support disadvantaged children and families.

Watson

Cr Kate Roper

We had more than 200 people attend our recent community consultation for the Peninsula Trail and I thank them for their input. We’re excited about the link between Somerville and Baxter, and we currently have a tender out to market for the construction phase. We are also investigating heritage restoration works at the Somerville Mechanics Hall. We have fencing at the front of the building for community safety, and we thank you for your patience while this is in place.

The Guide

TOP PICKS OF THE WEEK

THURSDAY GREAT AUSTRALIAN WALKS WITH JULIA ZEMIRO

SBS, 7.30pm

After strolling into the hearts and homes of notable Australians in the long-running Home Delivery, which finished last year, Julia Zemiro (pictured) makes her highly anticipated return to presenting in this soothing 10-part series. The Fisk star brings her trademark sincerity and wit as she explores 10 of Australia’s most beautiful and significant bush walks. This trek through nature and history is a breath of fresh air.

SATURDAY GRANTCHESTER

ABC TV, 7.30pm

Could man of god and beguiling star of the show reverend Will (Tom Brittney) be sent to jail?

Stranger things have happened in the world of TV but sometimes it’s more about the stirring journey rather than the destination. At least, that’s what Grantchester fans will be hoping. Emotions are at full speed in tonight’s poignant story about forgiveness. After the shocking motorcycle accident in last week’s episode, Will is shell-shocked by the thought he has

SATURDAY THE GHOST WRITER

SBS WORLD MOVIES, 8.30pm

Ewan McGregor stars in this top-notch psychodrama. He plays an unnamed writer hired to pen the memoirs of former British PM Adam Lang (Pierce Brosnan, pictured). After dominating British politics for years, Lang is campaigning for his foundation with his wife in the USA. He lives on an island, in luxurious, isolated premises complete with a security detail and a secretarial staff. However, as the book is being written, the ghost-writer begins to suspect that this book could contain highly sensitive material. This film will keep you on the edge of your seat with it’s high-level suspense. It is one of the best films made by Roman Polanski.

MONDAY BACK ROADS

ABC TV, 8pm

Chatty presenter Heather Ewart (pictured) has arguably almost explored every tiny, fascinating regional town in our vast country. So, after nine seasons of smalltown fun, it’s only fitting that she try something a little different: dancing. The ever-popular Apple Isle is her destination, with some invigorating synchronised moves and cowboy boots on the itinerary. She travels across the state with Claire Harris and Kate Strong, two friends who quit their jobs in 2022 to set up a line dancing tour of Australia.

Thursday, August 10

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Foreign Correspondent.

A look at the politics of Bollywood.

8.30 Extraordinary Escapes: Eddie Izzard. (Return, PG)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Australian Walks With Julia Zemiro. (Premiere, PGa)

8.30 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy: Tuscany. Stanley Tucci heads to Tuscany.

9.20 Kin. (MA15+) The Kinsellas bury one of their own.

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Max Anger: With One Eye Open.

11.45 Outlander. (MA15+v, R) 4.05

Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30

ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Bayside

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Irene makes a new friend.

8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Mick Molloy, Sam Pang and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.

9.30 What The Killer Did Next: Debbie Starbuck. (Mav, R) Examines the behaviour of killers after a murder, including the case of 44-year-old Debbie Starbuck.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00 Air Crash Investigations: Double Trouble. (PGa, R)

12.00 The Resident. (Ma, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 RBT. (Mdl, R) Follows the activities of police units.

8.30 Emergency. (Mm, R) Mya treats a stabbing victim who is bleeding heavily. David’s patient has potential spinal injuries.

9.30 Casualty 24/7. (Mm) Doctors treat a 52-year-old man.

10.30 A+E After Dark. (Mmv, R)

11.25 Nine News Late.

11.50 The First 48. (Malv, R) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping.

(R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that

To Be Advised.

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

(R)

Pierce Brosnan stars in The Ghost Writer.

Friday, August 11

6.00 The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 First Weapons: Wartilykirri. (Final, PG) Hosted by Phil Breslin.

8.00 Death In Paradise. (Madv, R)

A survival expert is found dead.

9.00 Midsomer Murders. (PG, R)

The authorities are called in to investigate a series of murders inspired by images from a medieval fresco.

10.30 Gold Diggers. (Mls, R)

11.00 ABC Late News.

11.15 Miniseries: Roadkill. (Madls, R)

12.15 Harrow. (Mv, R)

1.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys: The Buller. (PGl, R) Narrated by Bill Nighy.

8.30 Legends Of The Pharaohs: Akhenaton, The Enigma. (M) Takes a look at Akhenaton.

9.30 Iceland With Alexander Armstrong. (PGa, R) Part 3 of 3.

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 Vise Le Coeur. (Malv)

11.50 Stella Blomkvist. (MA15+v, R) 1.35 Beforeigners. (MA15+v, R) 3.25 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Saturday, August 12

6.30 New Leash On Life. (Final, PG, R) Newlyweds want a dog.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Grantchester. (Mav) Will is devastated to discover that he could be the cause of a fatal accident.

8.20 Vera. (PG, R) DCI Stanhope delves into the tangled past of an extreme sports fanatic after he plunges to his death from a cliff.

9.50 Bay Of Fires. (Madl, R) Jeremiah agrees to help Stella dispose of a body in the Tasmanian wilderness.

10.45 Last Tango In Halifax. (Ml, R) Celia apologises for causing a scene.

11.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG)

8.30 Amazing Railway Adventures With Nick Knowles: Alaska. (PG) Nick Knowles explores Alaska by rail.

9.25 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys: West Highlands.

(PG, R) Narrated by Bill Nighy.

10.15 Tony Robinson’s History Of Britain. (PGav, R) 11.05 Rex In Rome. (Mlv, R) 12.55

The Witnesses. (Ma, R) 2.55 UFOs. (PGa, R)

4.15 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.45

Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs and Adam Dovile embark on an epic road trip through Northern Ireland to Belfast.

7.30 Football. AFL. Round 22. Collingwood v Geelong. From the MCG.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. A wrap-up of the game, including panel discussion and interviews, with access to players, coaches and staff.

11.00 Armchair Experts. (M)

A panel discusses all things AFL.

12.00 To Be Advised.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Mega Zoo. (PGm, R) A young elephant breaks his tusks.

8.30 MOVIE: Bridesmaids. (2011, MA15+ls, R) Two best friends have a falling out after one of them asks another person to be her maid of honour. Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne.

10.55 MOVIE: The Break-Up. (2006, Mls, R) Jennifer Aniston.

12.55 The Garden Gurus. (R)

1.20 9Honey: He Said She Said. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Postcards. (PG, R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 Location, Location, Location Australia. Property experts search for homes.

8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week.

9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ml, R) Graham Norton is joined by Kate Winslet, Sir Lenny Henry, Jack Whitehall and Nadiya Hussain.

The Project. (R)

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Football. AFL. Round 22. Carlton v Melbourne. From the MCG.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. A wrap-up of the game, including panel discussion and interviews, with access to players, coaches and staff.

11.00 To Be Advised.

12.45 Reverie. (Mav, R) Alexis’ former partner warns Mara that Reverie 2.0 has some dangerous side effects.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Get Arty. (R) Artists complete art projects to encourage kids of all ages to get creative.

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) A look at locations that highlight living well.

6.00 Nine News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: RED 2. (2013, Mlv, R)

A retired spy tracks down a nuclear device. Bruce Willis, John Malkovich.

9.45 MOVIE: Hunter Killer. (2018, MA15+alv, R) The Russian president is kidnapped. Gerard Butler, Gary Oldman.

11.50 Straight Forward. (Mls, R)

12.40 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PGa, R)

1.30 The Pet Rescuers. (PGl, R)

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

6.00 Location, Location, Location Australia. (R) Property experts search for homes.

7.00 To Be Advised.

8.00 MOVIE: The Wog Boy.

(2000, Mls, R) A young Greek-Australian man sets out to prove to everyone there is more to him than meets the eye. Nick Giannopoulos, Vince Colosimo, Lucy Bell.

10.00 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

11.00 Just For Laughs Australia. (MA15+s, R) Hosted by Nath Valvo.

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.30

Helping Hands. (PG, R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

(Final, R) 2.30 Grantchester. (R) 3.15 Extraordinary Escapes. (PG, R) 4.10 Grand Designs New Zealand. (PG, R) 5.00 Art Works. 5.30 Fake Or Fortune? (R)

6.30 Compass: Hidden Children.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Restoration Australia: New Town. (PG) Hosted by Anthony Burke.

8.30 Bay Of Fires. (Malv) To reassert her power, Frankie puts Stella on trial in front of the townsfolk.

9.30 The Beast Must Die. (Mal) Frances looks set to exact her revenge, but an unexpected turn of events threatens her plans.

10.20 The Newsreader. (Ml, R)

11.15 Talking Heads. (R)

11.50 Rage Vault. (MA15+adhlnsv)

2.05 Escape From The City. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.05 Growing A Greener World. 10.05 The Bee Whisperer. (PGa, R) 11.00 Travel Quest.

12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. Australian ProMX Championship. Round 7. 4.00 Motorcycle Racing. FIM Superbike World Championship. Round 8. Highlights. 5.00 Trail Towns. (R) 5.30 Sinking The German Fleet.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Colosseum: The Beast Master.

(M) A look at animals in the Colosseum.

9.15 Amazon: The Lost World: Beginnings Of A Jungle Civilisation.

(PG) Part 2 of 3. Takes a look at how new discoveries are revealing a forgotten civilisation that once thrived in the Amazon.

10.10 Hemingway: The Avatar

(1929-1944) (Maw, R) Part 2 of 3.

12.05 24 Hours In Emergency. (Ma, R)

1.55 Tulsa Burning: The 1921 Race Massacre. (MA15+avw, R) 3.25 Patriot Brains. (Mals, R) 4.15 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.45 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 The Voice. (PG) Hosted by Sonia Kruger.

8.45 7NEWS Spotlight.

An exclusive, special investigation.

9.45 The Latest: Seven News.

10.15 Born To Kill? Allan Legere. (MA15+v) A look at serial killer Allan Legere.

11.15 Autopsy USA: Tom Petty. (Mad) A look at the 2017 death of Tom Petty.

12.15 All Together Now – The 100. (PG, R)

1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6am Morning Programs.

10.00 House Of Wellness. 11.00 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Greatest Outdoors. 2.00

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SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs.

2.50pm Football. First Nations Indigenous Football Cup. Men’s. Semi-final 1. NT Waa Waas v NT Central Coast Spirit. Replay. 4.20 Rugby League. Murri v Koori Interstate Challenge. U-16 Boys. Replay. 5.50 Going Native. 6.20 News. 6.30 Yellowstone. 7.30 National Indigenous Music Awards. 10.30 Inside Central Station. 11.30 Late Programs.

Monday, August 14

Finishers. (2013, PG, French) 10.30 A Bronx Tale. (1993, M) 12.45pm Into The White. (2012, M, Norwegian) 2.45 RBG. (2018, PG) 4.35 Ramen Shop. (2018, PG) 6.15 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 8.30 Brotherhood Of Blades. (2014, MA15+, Mandarin) 10.35 Dances With Wolves. (1990, M) 1.50am Late Programs.

6.00 Nine News Sunday.

7.00 The Block. (PGl)

8.30 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.30 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

10.00 Australian Crime Stories: Mark Standen – A Dirty Cop. (Mad, R)

11.00 Killer At The Crime Scene. (Premiere, MA15+av)

11.50 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (Mv, R)

12.40 New Amsterdam. (Mams, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Take Two. (R)

5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6am Morning Programs.

Noon Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership.

Round 4. Cronulla Sharks v Sydney Roosters. 1.45

Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round

4.

6.30 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news.

7.30 The Traitors. (Return) Twenty players band together to win up to $250,000 through deception, lies and betrayal.

9.00 FBI. (Mv) When a deadly truck heist arms the killers with enough ammonium nitrate to construct a massive bomb, the team discovers a link to a terrorist group Maggie is working to infiltrate.

10.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mav, R) Captain Milius returns to Hawaii for a secret prisoner exchange operation.

11.00 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news.

12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Back Roads: Boot Scootin’ Tour, Tasmania. (PGa) Heather Ewart heads to Tasmania.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG)

Hosted by Paul Barry.

9.35 Q+A. Public affairs program.

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.05 The Beast Must Die. (Mal, R)

11.55 The Cult Of The Family. (Ma, R) 12.55

Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Tenable. (R) 4.30

The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (PG) Robson Green is joined by Charlie Hardwick.

8.40 Britain’s Most Expensive Houses. Part 2 of 5. Broker Constance is on a mission to get the listing for singer Laura comfort’s £12.5 million home.

9.35 24 Hours In Emergency: The Fighter. (M) Staff treats a teenager.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 My Brilliant Friend. (Mv)

12.00 Gomorrah. (MA15+av, R)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 The Voice. (PG) As the blind auditions continue, contestants set out to prove they have what it takes to be a singing sensation.

9.15 9-1-1: Lone Star. (Mav) Owen is conflicted when his brother Robert asks him for help. Judd and Grace face a family crisis.

11.15 The Latest: Seven News.

11.45 The Blacklist. (Mav) The task force must anticipate Red’s next move.

12.45 The Village. (Mas, R) Katie faces key pregnancy decisions.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam.

8.40 Missing Persons Investigation. (Premiere, PGa) A man goes missing during a storm in Melbourne.

9.40 Footy Classified. (M) Footy experts tackle the AFL’s big issues.

10.40 Nine News Late.

11.10 Mr Mayor. (PGs)

11.35 Family Law. (Ma, R)

12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 The Traitors. Hosted by Rodger Corser.

8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week.

9.40 To Be Advised.

10.10 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv, R) The team goes after a killer.

11.00 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news and events.

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

3.40 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R)

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

A Current Affair. (R)

12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

Tuesday, August 15

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys: Bangor To Belfast. (PG) Hosted by Michael Portillo.

8.30 Insight. Kumi Taguchi takes a look at the topic of letting go and whether holding on holds people back.

9.30 Dateline. A look at e-cigarettes.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 The Point: Referendum Road Trip. (R)

11.30 Pandore. (Malv)

12.30 Bloodlands. (Malv, R)

4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Wednesday, August

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) Hosted by Tom Gleeson.

8.30 Gruen. (Final) Presented by Wil Anderson.

9.10 Gold Diggers. (Mlsv) Gert and Marigold go on the run.

9.35 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

Hosted by Rob Brydon.

10.10 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (Final)

10.50 ABC Late News. 11.05 The Business. (R)

11.20 Magda’s Big National Health Check. (Ml, R) 12.20 The Great Acceleration. (PG, R) 1.20

Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Tenable. (R) 4.30

The Drum. (R) 5.30

7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Michael Mosley Secrets Of The Superagers: Body. (PG) Dr Michael Mosley focuses on the body.

8.30 How Sports Changed The World. Highlights the success of the South African national rugby team in the 1995 Rugby World Cup.

9.40 Wolf. (Premiere, MA15+) A family is terrorised by a psychopath.

10.40 SBS World News Late.

11.10 Dark Woods. (Mav)

12.05 La Jauria. (MA15+av, R)

3.45 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.45 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 The Voice. (PGa) Hosted by Sonia Kruger.

9.15 RFDS. (Return, Ma) A year after Eliza left Broken Hill behind, much has changed, with lives at RFDS progressing at a rapid rate.

10.15 Ambulance: Code Red. (Mal) Follows the work of an ambulance service.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam.

8.35 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (Mls) Andy Lee is joined by a panel of comedians and 100 Aussies to explore the fun behind the facts.

9.35 Botched. (MA15+lmn) The doctors see three patients.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 The Traitors. Hosted by Rodger Corser.

8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

9.40 NCIS. (Mv, R) NCIS investigates the unexpected death of a Navy reservist who was an investigative journalist.

10.40 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mav, R) Captain Milius returns to Hawaii.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

CBS Mornings.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 FIFA Women’s World Cup Pre-Game. Pre-game coverage of the semi-final.

8.00 Soccer. FIFA Women’s World Cup. Semi-final.

10.00 FIFA Women’s World Cup Post-Game. Post-game discussion and interviews.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News. 11.00 To Be Advised. 12.45 The Enemy Within. (Mav, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

Gold Coast Ocean Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes.

Escape To The Country.

6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Lewis.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam.

8.35 Luxe Listings. (Premiere, Ml) Follows Sydney-based real estate and buyer’s agents as they balance their personal and professional lives.

9.35 Footy Classified. (M) Footy experts tackle the AFL’s big issues.

10.35 Nine News Late.

11.05 The Equalizer. (Madv)

11.50 The Gulf. (Madlsv, R) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping.

(R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6am Morning Programs. 12.55pm The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Explore. 2.00 Dr Quinn. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None. (1974, PG) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House.

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Basketball. FIBA World

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Thank God You’re Here. Hosted by Celia Pacquola.

8.30 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (Mas) Four Aussie mates set out to embarrass each other in a public setting.

9.00 Five Bedrooms. (Mls) Heather learns of Ben’s betrayal.

10.00 So Help Me Todd. (PGa) 11.00 FBI. (Mv, R)

12.00 The Project. (R) 1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

Utes and SUVs leave little space for parking cars

The time has come to have a good look at car parks. Most were designed when people drove cars, and a Ford or Holden station wagon was considered a big car. Nowadays they look like babies compared to the massive utes and SUVs which are filling our streets.

Vehicles such as the Dodge Ram and the soon to be introduced Ford F150 leave no room for others to get into or out of their vehicle if they are unlucky enough to have one of these park next to them.

I drive a Ford Falcon and the Ram is 600mm wider and almost 900mm longer than mine. The enormous blimps produced by a couple of German manufacturers are just as bad.

These days it seems a large ute or SUV is necessary, especially for the school run. That’s all very well, but when it comes to parking, these monsters are simply too big for existing car parks.

The simple solution is to ban these vehicles from regular parking spaces and have an area at one end of a car park with bigger spaces marked out. They should be barred from entering spaces such as the underground car parks at Mornington Central and the Village (Mornington). Leave them for those with more modest transport, which includes a significant proportion of the Mornington Peninsula’s residents of advancing years. Jack Wheeler, Mornington

‘Yes’ deception

I sincerely want Indigenous people to have a voice to government which will work effectively to close the gap, but I shall be voting No to the Voice as proposed.

Entrenchment of the Voice in our constitution is not needed to take action to address this gap. Entrenching the Voice is to provide an entry platform for treaty, land rights, damages and reparation, and to ensure that when the Voice is seen not to work as innocently as is now being portrayed, it will be impossible to redress.

Fortunately, you don’t have to take my word for it as this is fully spelled out in the Uluru statement, hidden by this government from the Australian public until finally obtained under FOI. Read the statement yourself and then ask why the prime minister repeatedly tells us that it is a very modest request with limited powers which occupies merely a single A4 page.

The Uluru statement, which the PM promises to honour in full, is 26 pages long and the reason for this deception will become frighteningly clear upon reading past that first page.

If ever there was a critical time to remember

the old adage “buy in haste, repent at leisure” it is now.

Put the vibe to one side and really understand what [Anthony] Albanese’s commitment to the Uluru statement in full will mean for Australia. For your sake and that of your children read it before you vote.

The statement can be downloaded in full from the Sky News website or an incisive summary of it and the issues by Peta Credlin of Sky News can be found on YouTube.

John Matthews, Heathmont

Voice misinformation

Some of the reasons people have been giving me for not wanting to vote Yes [in the Voice to parliament referendum] are so bizarre that I feel the need to ask for clarification. A sample:

1 If we vote Yes the First Nations people are saying (who/when through what media?) that they will claim ownership of all Australian land and we will have to buy our existing homes/ businesses whatever, from them.

2 All new homes will then require the consent of the elders of the land on which your home is to be built prior to a building permit being granted. All boundaries will be determined by them.

My wife and I spent 10 years plus living and working among Northern Territory First Nations peoples on seven different communities. Our understanding of the culture of all these different people groups is that they do not own the land, the land and they are one.

It is a significant spiritual aspect of who they are and for this to change would involve them no longer being Aboriginal.

I have seen no evidence that such a major shift has occurred after the thousands of years they have been here and that this has been the basis of their existence. Ken Norris, McCrae

Self-recognition

Voice, Treaty, Truth. Truth? Fair-haired, fairskinned, English-speaking, western-educated, professional “Aboriginal” activists, who do not even acknowledge their obvious white ancestry, would not recognise truth if it turned into a giant bull ant and bit them on the bum.

Albert Riley, Mornington,

Yes, a moment of joy

I have been astounded at the misinformation being bandied around about the Voice. Hopefully, the information sessions held at Flinders

and Mount Eliza in July dispelled some myths (“Decision and discussion” Letters 1/8/23).

From the onset, I was moved by the eloquence of the Uluru Statement from the Heart with its message of Voice, Truth-telling and Treaty. Later, I discovered that the statement was proposed by the 16-member referendum council – a body jointly appointed by Malcolm Turnbull and Bill Shorten in 2015 – endorsed by 250 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders and created in consultation with 1200 other Indigenous representatives over six months. Hardly elitist like some claim.

While some are concerned about the inclusion of the words “executive powers”, the release by Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus of the solicitorgeneral’s advice on the matter made it a nonissue for me. The advice was, “… in my opinion proposed [section] 129 is not just compatible with the system of representative and responsible government prescribed by the Constitution, but an enhancement of that system”.

Knowing that should the referendum be successful parliament will determine the details of how the Voice will operate is good enough for me. Having lived through the successful referendum of 1967, I very much hope to live through another.

A majority vote of Yes will be a joyous moment for all Australians and First Nations people the world over. Ray Peck, Hawthorn

What’s happening?

August already, the politicians back from their break to drive us crazy. Opposition leader Peter Dutton sprouting doubtful claims on the effects of a Yes vote for the Voice, [former prime minister] Scott Morrison defending his involvement in the Robo-debt disaster and Barry Jones chipping in with the unspoken subtext “I oppose any change to the Australian Constitution, although I have never read it and have no idea what is in it”.

Our Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also defending stoutly with his problems, energy charges and rent increases.

Antarctica is melting, an Argentina-sized amount of sea ice. And scientists don’t know why? And [Victorian premier] Danny Andrews is unwell.

So much happening after five days in Frankston Hospital undergoing something call an angiogram, reminiscent of a production room in a chicken factory. And locally, potholes.

I’ll think about all this tomorrow, after my two beers at Rye RSL. Cliff Ellen, Rye

Electrifying message

Given that July was likely the hottest month planet Earth experienced for 120,000 years, we would do well to put up our hands to tackle the pressing and escalating problem of global heating (“Hands up for ‘decarbonisation’” The News

1/8/23).

Members of Repower Mornington Peninsula are paving the way and are most deserving of their nomination for the Keep Australia Beautiful Tidy Towns and Cities awards.

As our state government has acknowledged with its ban on new gas connections from 2024, one of the best ways to address climate change is to electrify everything: homes, businesses and transport systems, and power them with renewable energy. Repower Mornington Peninsula sees the cost, health and environmental opportunities inherent within this switch.

Local citizens working toward community decarbonisation is important and empowering. Let’s all get on board. Amy Hiller, Kew

No credit in units

The ongoing lie with all the hallmarks of robodebt style denial and obfuscation is that the Australian carbon credit units scheme is doing a good job, not wasting many hundreds of millions of dollars on dud “carbon farming” projects and is not simple greenwashing.

We are being conned by the Labor government into thinking Australia will meet its climate targets. The only way it will meet this target is to continue to use dodgy and outright fraudulent carbon credits.

The “numbers” will work but big polluters will rely on dubious carbon credits for offsets so they can increase CO2 emissions while greenwashing that they are reducing CO2. Want to produce and use more fossil fuels? No problem, just buy a bunch of these carbon credits and pollute away.

Professor Andrew Macintosh published a paper with colleagues describing some of these schemes as an “environmental and taxpayer fraud” and supplied what he described as a “mountain of evidence”.

Investigation into Verra carbon standard finds most are “phantom credits”, more than 90 per cent of rainforest carbon offsets by biggest certifier are worthless and may worsen global heating.

The most prominent reason why carbon projects are bogus is when carbon credits are issued protecting forests which were never in danger. A significant percentage of the projects, more than 90 per cent of their rainforest offset credits – among the most commonly used by companies – are likely to be “phantom credits” and do not represent genuine carbon reductions.

Then there is the Papua New Guinea scandal where New Ireland Hardwood Timber claims carbon credits on land that is being commercially logged that appears to have been permitted by PNG authorities since 2020.

Companies are using credits to make claims of reducing emissions when most of these credits don’t represent emissions reductions at all.

Joe Lenzo, Safety Beach

Horse drawn carriage makes a comeback

A FULLY restored horse-drawn tram that has been modelled on a 19th century form of early transport has come home to Sorrento.

The original tram was supplied by English-born entrepreneur George Coppin in the late 1800s and was the original mode of transport for people disembarking from the Queenscliff ferry. It would meet the ferry and give passengers the option of being taken up the hill or taken to the ocean back beach.

Over time the vehicle was lost but an exact replica was built by John Clark, a descendant of one of the original first settler families.

Clark ran the tram through the Sorrento’s main street with the help of Clydesdales horses Roy, Bluey and Beau before selling it to Sorrento antiques store owner Marlene Miller, who then operated it along Sorrento’s main street from Stringers store to the back beach in the 1990s.

The tram was then operated for a short time by Gunnamatta Trail Rides but was eventually taken to Queenscliff, where it was restored and put back to work along with other horse-drawn vehicles.

Eventually Miller bought it back and it

has recently come home to Sorrento.

“Our beautiful Clydesdales are now gone and the horse paddock is now the car park, so the tram has come home to the main street and lives between the antique shop and Flat Blk cafe, where it is well used by people who sit and have their coffee,” Miller said.

“Due to the weather and sea air, it has been out of action for a while as it had to be restored again, but thankfully this has now happened and it is back to its former glory.

“Huge thank you to the amazing Larry Callaghan for getting the fabulous team of Glen Sherlock, Dave Lawson and Neil Hyde to fix this icon of Sorrento to enjoy.”

In the late 1800s, ferry passengers disembarked and walked along the pier where they encountered waiting horsedrawn “cabs” – or they could take a footbridge to Tramway Hill where a waiting steam train was blowing its whistle.

The return trip cost six pence (the equivalent of about $25 today) and, once boarded, it was a short haul up a hill to the Continental Hotel before turning right down the main shopping street on the one-mile journey to the ocean beach park.

MARLENE Miller with Linda Rhodes, Kay Lipman and Di Rhodes in the restored horse drawn tram that once operated in Sorrento. Picture: Yanni

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SOUND AND SILENCE: GROWING UP AS THE CHILD OF DEAF PARENTS

IT wasn’t until Jodee Mundy was five years old and lost at Kmart that she realised the rest of her family was Deaf. She didn’t see ‘disability’ – only the love and protection of those closest to her.

In the solo play Personal, she conveys her experience as the only hearing person in a Deaf family, through a captivating blend of performance, storytelling, multimedia and animation.

Mundy delves into the contradictions of inhabiting two worlds: living in a Deaf family, where using sign language is natural; and living in a society that sees only the family’s disability with voyeuristic curiosity.

The role children of Deaf adults play in paving the way for their family – as interpreter, authority, conduit – is central to this very

intimate story.

“Personal is really what it says it is – a very personal journey,” Mundy says. “And it’s one of joy, grief, reconciliation and interrogation. And it’s one asking society not to be complicit in the scenarios that I present, because it’s not just about me and my family, but what happens when we step out the door and go into society and then how I broker that.”

Created with a talented team of collaborators and presented in two languages via a virtual interpreter, Personal is a smart, touching and deeply personal work exploring dis/ability and how we perceive one another.

See Personal at Frankston Arts Centre’s Cube 37 Theatre on Thursday 28 September. Tickets available at thefac.com.au or by calling 03 9784 1060.

The Age of High Prices - The High Cost of Living

Compiled by Cameron McCullough

IT seems incredible, but never-theless, it is true, that in this great continent of Australia with its scanty population and its wide reaches of good pastoral and agricultural land and a climate unsurpassed in the world for its mild range of temperatures, that the products of the soil should practically be out of the reach of most people by their excessive cost.

Perhaps in no other country is it possible to keep stock during the winter without hand-feeding and housing, but, despite that great advantage arid the benefit of large stations, some of which in area approximate the size of a principality in Europe, we find today that meat is dearer than in any other country in the world.

The whole of the population of Australia amounts to about two-thirds of the population of London, but though so many thousands of miles distant, London citizens purchase the pick of Australian grown produce at cheaper rates than what we pay for the second-class goods not up to export requirements.

This also applies to all our produce, and if we export all our best hides, wool and grain, we can only expect that to get a good article of clothing or boots we ask for an English made article.

Should people in England today be asked to pay prices at present charged for fresh meat they would be astounded, and well might they be.

At present charges a working man, to keep in bodily condition, must consume a certain amount of meat each day; the cost of this necessary sustenance means that not much less

than one pound per day must be paid for labor.

If much less is given then the working class must either become less efficient through lack of proper sustenance, or drift back financially. There can be no other outlook. A working man requires so much meat daily that at his present daily wage he cannot afford this meat, which from being a common necessity, has now become a luxury; yet, why should it be so when in Queensland fat cattle are worth less than what fat sheep are worth here at present?

Why not send Queensland frozen meat here instead of to London? This is where politics and the Navigation Act comes in. However the Commonwealth Government are giving a bounty of up to £160,000 on export meat, while a wide awake citizen of Melbourne, like Mr. John Wren, imports thousands of fat cattle from New Zealand to help the butchering trade of Melbourne to carry on in a almost critical situation.

Where is the statesmanship that controls the destinies of this great Commonwealth – a continent that should be self-contained, but which in a period when peace has full sway, and no untoward circumstances have happened to unduly disturb local production, we find meat unobtainable, and yet in Queensland unsaleable?

In a future contribution I may deal with matters relating to the fat stock markets half a century back, when shipping facilities were not obtainable.

***

MR. Wickes, of Langwarrin, rode into Frankston last Saturday night and

attended the pictures in the Mechanics’ Hall. He tied his horse to a pine tree in the hall yard.

Some hours later he found the horse lying dead at the foot of the tree. It had apparently been strangled. The top portion of the tree to which the horse was tied had snapped off and fell near the horse.

It is surmised that the frightened beast in its efforts to obtain release, strangled itself. ***

LAST Monday night a large number of ladies formed themselves into a committee to assist in carrying out the children’s fancy paper dress ball, to be held in the Palais de Danse on Thursday, 16th August.

They were welcomed by the president of the A.N.A., Mr. W. Lind, who expressed pleasure, on behalf of the branch, for the interest shown.

Mrs. Lind, wife of the president, was voted to the chair, and good progress was made.

Family tickets may be procured at 5/- each, and these will admit any number of one family to the dancing floor.

The proceeds of the ball will be devoted to the Frankston soldiers’ hall.

***

A NOVELTY golf match was played on Tuesday, 7th inst., from Mentone to Mordialloc golf links, between Frank Dempsey and the Mordialloc golf club’s champion, Fred Lording. Dempsey started off by putting his ball into a house just being built. Lording found a drain which, cost seven strokes to get out, and further on Dempsey got into a cabbage patch and after a great effort succeeded

in getting out, but not until he had knocked the hearts out of a few cabbages.

On again, Dempsey had the misfortune in hitting a cow which resulted in the animal badly straining its milk.

Next episode was when Lording played his ball into someone’s back yard, which finished in the dog kennel and had much difficulty in extricating it, as Dempsey had to keep the dog off while he played his stroke.

The play was very even up to this, Lording had played 40 strokes and Dempsey 37.

Approaching Pt. Nepean road, Dempsey’s ball finished in a motor car that had been abandoned on the road, and being afraid of doing damage they agreed to lift the ball out.

Both players, after leaving the road got into a fowl yard, and after damaging the wire netting managed to get out without any foul strokes.

The play then found the open country, and with the exception of a few water holes and rabbit scrapes the game ended in favor of Lording, who did the full journey in 61 strokes against Dempsey’s 81.

The loser has issued a challenge for a return match, which was agreed upon to take place next week from Dandenong to Mordialloc. ***

MR. Meredith, who has acquired the news agency for so long conducted by Mr. J. O’Donoghue, was compelled to return to the city on Saturday last, owing to thieves having broken into his house at Caulfield.

***

MISS Ivy Pepper, assistant in the Frankston school, has been selected

by the Education Department to proceed to England as an “exchange” teacher.

The idea of this interchange of teachers with the mother country and the Dominions, is to widen the experience of teachers, exchange ideas, and knit the bonds of Empire more strongly together.

Miss Pepper was enthusiastically farewelled by the pupils last Monday, under the chairmanship of Master Roy Salmon.

A wonderful programme of music, songs, recitation, dialogues, character sketches and dances were presented in very fine style and frequent flashes of brilliancy were observable.

At the conclusion the head master (Mr. J. D. Jennings) thanked Miss Pepper for the fine work she had done, especially in the teaching of swimming and life-saving, and expressed regret at her departure and congratulations on her preferment. On behalf of the pupils he then presented her with a unique carry-all, a hot water bottle, and another small, but appropriate, present.

After Auld Lang Syne was feelingly sung, Miss Pepper departed amid cheers and with a numerous escort. ***

FRANKSTON and Somerville is to be visited next week by the great Arnold Villiers, magician and illusionist, with his company of entertainers, and the following dates are advertised: Frankston, Wednesday August 15; Somerville, Monday August 13. ***

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Tigers’ winning streak is over, goals galore in Division Two

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By Brodie Cowburn

DIVISION ONE

LANGWARRIN scored the upset of the season against undefeated Dromana at Lloyd Park last Saturday.

Dromana has been dominant this season. The premiership favourites came into the match 15-0 for the year.

Langwarrin on the other hand have struggled, and sit in ninth place with just two wins to their name.

The Kangaroos were up for the fight all day long. Dromana led at the halftime and three-quarter-time breaks, but

survival. They now sit six points clear of Bonbeach, who nearly pulled off a miracle of their own on Saturday.

Bonbeach almost defeated secondplaced Frankston YCW at John Coburn Oval last weekend.

The Sharks led early, but Frankston YCW were able to take back control.

At half-time the Stonecats led by two points.

Frankston YCW opened up a 20 point lead in the third term, but Bonbeach wasn’t ready to give up. The Stonecats scored just one goal in the last quarter, but that was enough to hold off the fastfinishing Sharks.

Frankston YCW managed to beat Bonbeach 11.1 (76) to 11.4 (70). Josh

Sorrento’s finals hopes were kept alive by a thrilling victory over Mt Eliza. The Sharks beat the Redlegs by just one point at David Macfarlane Reserve.

Pines comfortably beat Red Hill to round out the winner’s list.

DIVISION TWO

WITH just one round remaining in the home-and-away season, EdithvaleAspendale is in pole position for a finals berth.

Edi-Asp finished the weekend in fifth place after a huge win over Hastings. They were awesome in front of their home crowd - Edithvale-Aspendale dominated from the outset with a

rates them from sixth-placed Pearcedale.

To keep their finals hopes alive, Pearcedale had to beat Rye. They had little trouble on their home deck, and went on to claim a 91 point win 25.21 (171) to 12.8 (80).

Luke Daniel booted seven goals for Pearcedale.

With finals spots on the line, Pearcedale will play Seaford away from home this Saturday. Although they are in pole position now, EdithvaleAspendale face the more difficult task of beating Mornington under lights.

Chelsea was effectively eliminated from finals contention last weekend after a big loss to Mornington. The

Can Pines avoid the drop?

SOCCER

By Craig MacKenzie

FRANKSTON Pines’ season goes on the line on Saturday night when it meets Berwick City at Monterey Reserve.

It’s a do-or-die clash for both sides given the relegation scrap in which they find themselves.

There’s just three games left with Pines precariously perched in second last place on the league ladder (at present the bottom two go down) a point behind Berwick and two points behind Skye United.

Skye hosts Berwick the following week.

Describing Pines’ season as topsyturvy is an understatement.

Losing last season’s strike force due to players switching clubs and work commitments posed a problem that’s never been solved.

And the Fijian experiment has failed to match expectations.

Players have been brought here from Fiji and most have either switched clubs or returned to their homeland.

Both Anish Khem and Sava Baledrokadroka left the club during the season but have recently returned while upheaval in coaching ranks hasn’t helped with Trevor Johnston resigning to be replaced by former coach Kevin “Squizzy” Taylor.

There have been lengthy suspensions to club associates handed down by Football Victoria over incidents in the first half of the season and the feeling that Pines have lurched from one crisis to another is prevalent.

“It certainly has been challenging,” Taylor said.

“And yes we haven’t really solved the problem up front.

“We’ve been creating plenty of chances but we haven’t been taking them.

“Getting Dylan (Waugh) back (from work commitments) has given us a different dimension but his fitness is not quite there to last the 90 minutes.”

Both Graham Hill and Tom Hawkins will miss Saturday’s showdown due to suspension while Khem and Baledrokadroka will be monitored at training this week.

“Berwick’s a little bit like us in that they’ve got some good results and virtually picked up points when we’ve picked up points,” Taylor added.

“They brought in a few more players recently and I expect them to have the same mindset that we have – our fate’s in our own hands and we’ve just got to keep winning and we’ll stay up.

“Last time we played them (a 3-2

Berwick win) they were pretty well organised.

“Look I’d like to think that we’ve got sufficient [sic] to pick up three points and to stay alive going into the last two games.”

Last weekend was a scheduled catchup round for NPL and State League clubs and there was only one game in town – the State 4 derby between Somerville Eagles and Baxter at Tyabb Central Reserve.

It proved to be an emphatic 3-0 victory for the visitors which lifted them above Somerville into third place in State 4 South.

Baxter had the better of the early exchanges with a Keegan Myatt shot and a Jack Elliott header going close.

Somerville replied with a Conor Mcfall shot that flashed across the face of goal in the 10th minute.

Baxter coach Stephen Fisher was forced into a defensive reshuffle after 33 minutes when Brodie Jones limped off and was replaced by Izaak Barr.

Six minutes later the visitors took the

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Aleks Dukic sent Myatt clear on the left and he calmly slotted the ball past Somerville keeper Nick Bucello.

The home side threw more men forward in the second half but Baxter handled everything that was thrown at it.

Baxter keeper Jarrod Nardino parried a firm shot on the turn from Marcus Anastasiou in the 61st minute and a minute later Tom Simmons looked to be offside as he broke clear on the right but struck his angled shot across Nardino and wide of the far post.

Injury forced Noah Green to be replaced by Robbie O’Toole in the 64th minute and four minutes later O’Toole made it 2-0.

Slick interpassing down the left ended with Myatt passing to O’Toole whose low shot beat a diving Bucello at the near post. Somerville had difficulty prising open the Baxter defence and the result was already beyond doubt when Myatt nabbed his second goal deep into injury time.

Bucello’s day didn’t improve when he slipped allowing Myatt to win possession then strike the ball into the unguarded goal.

The clash was live streamed with Baxter supplying the equipment and knowhow and Steve Smith and Baxter president Bray Hodgkinson commentating with Pines coach Taylor provid-

NEXT WEEK’S GAMES

Friday 11 August, 8.15pm:

Werribee City v Langwarrin, Galvin Park Reserve

Friday 11 August, 8.30pm: Collingwood City v Mornington, Kevin Bartlett Reserve

Doncaster Rovers v Skye, Anderson Park Chelsea v Somerville Eagles, Edithvale Recreation Reserve

Saturday 12 August, 3pm: Peninsula Strikers v Knox City,

ing special comments in the second half.

Both Baxter and Somerville remain in pursuit of second-placed Sandringham in the expectation that a promotion play-off will take place for a spot in State 3 South-East next season.

Centenary Park

Baxter v Noble Park, Baxter Park Aspendale v Seaford Utd, Aspendale Gardens Sports Ground

Mentone v Mount Martha, Mentone Grammar Playing Fields Bunyip District v Rosebud, Bunyip Recreation Reserve

Hampton Park Utd v Mount Eliza, KM Reedy Reserve

Saturday 12 August, 7pm: Frankston Pines v Berwick City, Monterey Reserve

Do or die: Frankston Pines line up before their last league game. They face a crucial contest on Saturday night against fellow struggler Berwick City.

Picture: Darryl Kennedy.

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