DURING its 120-year history
Flinders Golf Club has had two women presidents. Helen Bowie was elected to lead the club in 1934 and now, nearly 90 years later, she has been followed by Fiona Reed.
“President suits golf’s new direction down to a tee” Page 5
THE proposed electrification of the railway line from Frankston to Baxter is in serious doubt, with $225 million in federal finance for the project facing the chopping block.
The previous Coalition federal government committed $225 million towards the extension of the Frankston line in 2018. Since then the project has laid dormant, and no other level of government has contributed cash towards it.
While releasing its first budget last Tuesday, the Labor federal govern-
ment confirmed that an independent review into all Infrastructure Investment Program projects not yet under construction will be undertaken. The News has confirmed that the Baxter rail extension is one of the projects under review.
Dunkley MP Peta Murphy said the review is a “genuine review to get the best outcome”.
“All Infrastructure Investment Program projects not currently under construction and not an election commitment are in the 90 day independent review. The budget reflects the Albanese government’s commitment to keeping the Commonwealth infrastructure investment pipeline at $120
billion over 10 years,” she said.
“[The review] has the cooperation of the states and territories and will look at what projects are still priorities for the Commonwealth, states and territories. The review is looking at how projects can be delivered, what the true cost is, and how those projects can be delivered given the economic conditions we face.”
A business case assessing the electrification and duplication of the Frankston line to Baxter revealed that the total cost of the project could be up to $1.5 billion. The business case was completed before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The proposal cannot proceed
without more money being committed to it. In the lead up to the 2022 state election, the state Liberal opposition promised to spend $971 million to build the project within four years of being elected. The re-elected Labor government did not match the promise.
Frankston MP Paul Edbrooke cast further doubt on the project last year when he told The News that he was concerned that the proposal would wipe out homes, land, and the historic Frankston Signal Box (“BaxLabor rules out rail plan ‘without checks’”
The News 18/10/22).
Infrastructure minister Catherine King said that the independent infra-
structure review will “allow all levels of government time to consider the projects that are actual priorities, and assess their cost and deliverability in the current climate.”
“Under the Liberals and Nationals, the number of infrastructure projects in the pipeline blew out from 150 to almost 800. Projects were left without adequate funding, resources or genuine commitment,” she said. “The Albanese government is keeping the $120 billion rolling 10-year pipeline - and every dollar remains in the budget.
“But it would be irresponsible to move ahead without fixing the backlog.”
MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire officers have been “working closely” with police and the Environment Protection Agency to “combat” the illegal dumping of car tyres.
The mayor Cr Steve Holland said large numbers of tyres had been dumped “at various spots” around the peninsula.
“The investigation requires extensive intelligence gathering and a strategic approach with regard to removing the dumped tyres,” Holland said.
“Illegally dumping waste is a serious offence and a breach of the Environmental Protection Act.”
Holland said fines of more than $9000 could apply as well as a conviction if offenders were caught and prosecuted in court.
He said anyone having any information that may help identify illegal tyre dumpers should contact the shire’s litter prevention team.
Holland’s comments were made after the shire was asked why it had taken more than six weeks to remove five lots of tyres dumped near Devilbend.
The response coincided with an announcement by the EPA that during May and June it would be inspecting businesses suspected of illegally transporting or storing waste tyres.
It said the businesses being targeted were identified through the EPA Waste Tracker system as being “potentially non-compliant with their tracking obligations”.
“In Victoria, waste tyres are classified as a reportable priority waste and must be tracked by the EPA Waste Tracker system when transported from one site to another,” Rachel Gualano, EPA metropolitan Melbourne regional director said.
“EPA Waste Tracker tracks waste through every step of its journey; from the generator, to
the transporter through to the end user or disposal point. If there’s a gap in the Waste Tracker trail, EPA can see it and use that intel to pinpoint where along that journey the trail breaks. Which is how we have a good understanding of which businesses to prioritise in the upcoming waste tyre inspection program,” she said.
Gualano said Waste Tracker was an important tool in preventing “hidden waste crime”.
Degrading tyres leached contaminants to the environment and became havens to weeds and pests. Tyre fires were particularly difficult
because of the harmful smoke they emitted and how hard they were to extinguish.
“EPA has cleaned up several tyre stockpiles over the years, but it’s at a cost to the community when it should be the responsibility of the person or business that took in the tyres in the first place,” Gualano said.
“Our inspection campaign will enforce the use of Waste Tracker as a compulsory system for the transport of reportable priority waste. If we find that businesses aren’t compliant, we will take further regulatory action.”
MITCHELL Smith and Guada Bañez will star in the upcoming PLOS production of Strictly Ballroom. Picture: Supplied
PERFORMERS are gearing up to perform Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom later this year at Frankston Arts Centre.
Cast members for the PLOS Musical Productions show were announced last week.
The lead role of Scott Hastings will be played by Mitchell Smith and Fran will be played by Guada Bañez.
Since returning to the stage after the COVID-19 pandemic, PLOS has staged productions of Chicago and The Boy From Oz.
Strictly Ballroom The Musical will open at the Frankston Arts Centre on 28 July. For more information and tickets visit artscentre.frankston. vic.gov.au/Whats-On/Search-All-Events/PLOSStrictly-Ballroom or plos.asn.au
THE election of Fiona Reed as president of Flinders Golf Club is being seen as symbolic of significant changes occurring in golf in Australia.
When she was elected for a threeyear term late last year, Reed was the first woman to hold the post for almost 90 years.
Celebrating its 120-year history, the club is credited with electing the first-ever woman president of a club in Australia, Helen Bowie, in 1934.
Reed says she would like to see the day when having women in executive positions becomes normal and without any raising of eyebrows.
In the context of attracting women and girls to golf, there was no doubting how important it was for the game to have women in leadership roles.
“I think I’m absolutely the right person for this job,” Reed, a member of the Golf Leaders Network, said.
A recently retired human resources executive and 25-year Flinders member, Reed advised the club during the pandemic and helped conduct a governance review in 2021.
The club requires all sub-committees to have at least two women as members and the club committee must be at least one-third women. Its women’s committee was disbanded in 2019.
“The challenge [for golf clubs] is how do we engage women in a meaningful way? If we engage them in an unmeaningful way, my view is that’s
counter productive. We just have women’s committees who are marginalised. If we have women’s committees who are doing stuff that is not regarded as mainstream at the club, I don’t think that helps,” Reed said.
Flinders is above the national average with women making up 30 per cent of members. It has no restrictions on time sheets, no women’s or men’s days. The club captain can be of any gender, although it has never elected a woman as captain.
Women comprise 80 per cent of participants in the club’s pathway program for new golfers, with many going on to become members.
The club will soon consider introducing gender-neutral tees.
“I’ve heard [Golf Australia chief executive] James Sutherland speak three times in the last year … and the world of golf is changing,” Reed said.
“Not everyone wants to play the standard competition rounds of golf, scrambling to get on the time sheet. Lots of people want to play different forms of golf, they want to play with their friends. James talks about having fun and I think people new to golf do want to have fun.
“When I reflect on my own experience, I’ve only really played golf for 10 years, I’m a sportaholic and I’m good at things that I play, but getting good at golf takes not only a lot of effort but it takes some mental fortitude.
"To go out and play 18 holes when
you’ve never hit a ball before, that’s an extremely daunting experience. This is as true for women as it is to anyone who’s new to golf. Being supportive in setting up the scaffolding around new golfers is really, really important, and I think that’s just as true of men as it is of women.
“I think there needs to be an offering a range of different experiences. It’s not one size fits all. It’s not that you’re only a member of the club if you play Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday in the comp. If you sign up with your friends on Wednesday for a hit, or whenever you play, you’re all valuable.
"Now, that’s a mindset shift. But the very conservative, old-fashioned approach to golf is one we need to get away from to get more women involved.’’
Tiffany Cherry, head of women and girls engagement at Golf Australia, said Flinders Golf Club’s appointment of Reed showed its “commitment to advancing the opportunities for more women, girls and families to play, enjoy and work in golf”.
“There is a growing movement of clubs taking positive action in this important space, which is evident in the uptake of nearly 50 clubs, to date, becoming signatories to the R&A Women in Golf Charter -- a statement of intent from the golf industry to unite and to focus on gender balance.”
* Martin Blake is medie and communications for Golf Australia
A NEW music show aimed at all music lovers across the Mornington Peninsula has been launched by radio station RPPFM.
The playlist is chosen and presented by self-described music die hard Ross Woodward, of Mount Eliza.
The Music Box will be broadcast from 9.30pm on Tuesdays and use Woodward’s own CD collection to create the two hour show.
Musicians that Woodward has met over the years include Brian Wilson and Al Jardine of the Beach Boys, Colin Hay, Don Walker of Cold Chisel, Guy Pearce (who has released several albums), Vika and Linda Bull, Paul Brady, Richard Thompson, Jimmy Webb and Joe Camilleri of The Black Sorrows.
“The whole idea of my show is to give people new acts that they might not have heard of or new albums that they might want to look further into,”
Woodward said.
“We have a blast from the 80s. We have a blast from the 60s and we always make a focus of an Australian album as well. With the rise of Spotify there is now so much music out there for people to delve into.
“The Music Box is a thought starter for people and a way of me sharing my musical passions with other people.
“Meeting Brian Wilson was literally a ‘pinch me’ moment. A real honour. He personally signed a number of my records. We got to see him soundcheck too – just amazing.”
Woodward said he met Joe Camilleri at the Frankston Arts Centre. “He was very humble and lovely. I told him ‘You are a living legend’ … which he is.”
The Music Box is on RPPFM 98.7FM or rppfm.com.au Tuesdays at 9.30pm.
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THE Southern Peninsula Repair Cafe will open at midday on Sunday 4 June at Rye Community House at 27 Nelson Street, Rye . Small items that need repairing can be taken to the cafe where volunteers will decide what repairs are needed and if the owner can do it themselves with support or whether it requires specialist skills.
“The cafe is not about competing with local repairers but will work to support the community to think about what items they have that they might otherwise throw out or remain hidden in a cupboard that can be repaired for continuing use,” manager Marg D’Arcy said.
“We will also provide coffee from our newly established coffee cart and treats to purchase.”
The Repair Cafe is part of a reduce, reuse, repair and recycle project financed by Mornington Peninsula Shire that has been operating at the house since last year.
The skills offered by volunteers
at the cafe include electrical, woodwork, software solutions, upholstery and “general fixing”. Anyone who can help with such things repairing bicycles can volunteer by calling 5985 4462 or email reception@ryech.org
Details Marg D’Arcy, 0409 859 046.
THIS year’s Peninsula Quarries Victoria community grants program has $5000 for not-for-profit organisations in the Somerville, Tyabb and Mornington areas.
The company established its community engagement group in 2018 to engage with the local community, including distributing grants.
In 2022, the Somerville Eagles Soccer Club received $2400 for defibrillator at its clubrooms; Somerville Rise Primary School received $1900 towards flag poles; Mornington Community Garden received money for a battery powered wheelbarrow; and smaller grants were made to Tyabb Junior Football Netball Club (kitchen equipment) and Balnarring Junior
Football Club (footballs).
Applications for this year’s grants close on Monday 5 June. Details: peninsulaquarriesvic.com.au/community
WESTERN Port and Peninsula Protection Council is screening the video Jump Into Westernport at Balnarring on Sunday (21 May).
The production is described as “a beautiful and unique video journey into some lesser-known aspects of the bay and [its] surrounds”.
Featured in the video are ecologists Gidja Walker, Brian Thomas, Thomas McConville and Nicole Mertens, explaining how Western Port was formed; what phragmites are and what do they do as well as providing information about sea slugs, Port Jackson and swell sharks, pipefish and other marine life.
Jump Into Westernport will be screened at 3pm Sunday 21 May in Balnarring Hall. Entry by donation and afternoon tea available.
DETECTIVES from the Cybercrime Squad are investigating an increasing number of reports of scams where a property is falsely offered for rent online.
Victims are often enticed with cheap rent and persuaded to act quickly by paying a deposit to secure the property.
The offender may send photos and videos of a property, real addresses, copies of land titles and sometimes scans of passports (which they will purport are their own) to make it look genuine.
Victims will often be asked for one month’s rent and bond in advance, before being asked to send through identification documents such as drivers’ licences, Medicare cards and passports.
Once offenders have this information, they will often use the identification to commit identity fraud and scam other unsuspecting victims.
Since 1 January Victoria Police has received reports of more than 61 rental scams, with a total reported loss of $126,000, but police say the
number of cases is likely much higher.
Those aged between 18-29 were the highest reported victims, with more than 40 reports received from that age bracket. Eleven reports were received in the 30-39 age bracket, four each in 40-49 and 50-59, and one in 60-69 (one report has no age recorded).
It appears most offenders are located within Australia and are not known to the victims.
Investigators are warning people to take steps to protect themselves – including never signing a lease agreement or making payment before having viewed a property.
Anyone who has been the victim of cybercrime should speak to police or report them to such online forums as ReportCyber and the ESafety Commissioner.
Anyone with knowledge of these incidents and those responsible is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at crimestoppers.com.au
THE Pink Ladies Auxiliary’s five decades of help at Frankston Hospital is being celebrated this national volunteer week.
The auxiliary is the Hospital’s longest running volunteer group.
It has been raising money for the hospital since 1968.
The president of the volunteer group, Carole Thwaites, said she first joined in 2015 because she “likes to be busy”.
“There’s always something going on. I had about three months at home after retiring and I couldn’t stand it. Volunteering and being around people help to keep me focused,” she said.
“The most enjoyable part of my role is meeting people. Whether that be someone who needs
help finding their way or someone coming to buy something from our Pink Ladies kiosk. Every day is rewarding.”
The Pink Ladies Auxiliary has raised more than $10 million for Peninsula Health since its inception. Thwaites said “we are very proud of what we have achieved. It is great having our kiosk open again, as it was a challenge finding ways to raise funds during COVID-19 lockdowns”.
National volunteer week runs from 15 May to 21 May.
To get involved with the Pink Ladies Auxiliary, or inquire about other volunteer roles at the hospital, call volunteer program manager Helen Wilson on 9784 2674.
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pharmacist and older brother of Collingwood footballer Murray Weideman, has died aged 88.
George Weideman, known as Graeme, represented Frankston for the Liberal Party from 1976 to 1982, then the newly created Frankston South from 1985 to 1992 and Frankston again from 1992 to 1996 when Frankston South was abolished. He served as tourism minister and assistant health minister from 1981 until the fall of the Liberal government in 1982.
His passing was noted in Parliament on 2 May, with members acknowledging his contribution as a member of the Legislative Assembly and to the people of Frankston. Members stood for one minute’s silence, and the sitting was adjourned an hour early as a further mark of respect.
Born in Ballarat in 1934, Weideman attended Northcote High School. In 1990 he told the house during debate on the Collingwood (Victoria Park) Land Bill of his special allegiance to Collingwood Football Club.
“My brother and I were born and bred in the Wimmera, but we moved to Melbourne in 1939 after the depression. My father had a business in Heidelberg Road, Fairfield, that was very much within walking distance of the Yarra Bend area. Also, we could get to Victoria Park on a train
from Fairfield or Alphington and get off at Victoria Park. No-one could understand Collingwood Football Club being at Victoria Park when there was a Collingwood station. That used to confuse a lot of people,” he said.
“One could spend afternoons, particularly during the war, watching Collingwood Football Club being thrashed by everybody. If one was a supporter in the war years one was a true supporter -– a true believer - because the club was not first. It was very much last or second last.
“In those years one would make a football out of tobacco packets and, as a member of the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation, I see the cynical part of that. One used to collect all the packets dropped on the ground and put them together and kick a little football on the way home.”
Weideman said he played a part in introducing other MPs to football by having them invited to lunch and a game.
He felt able to plug football as a member of the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation, strongly advocating removal of sponsorships by tobacco companies.
A private funeral was held. Notice of his “peaceful passing” recorded: “a devoted husband to Barbara for 63 years. Loving father and father-in-law to Prue and Andrew, Caroline and Zoran, and Nick and Melissa. Adored Poppa to Isabella, Jesse, Sarah, Ned, Scarlett, Milla, Harriet and Great Poppa to George. A life dedicated to serving Victoria as a politician, pharmacist, and community leader. He was a kind and wellrespected gentleman who was much loved and will be sadly missed”.
THEY may not know it, but residents across the Mornington Peninsula are the beneficiaries of Alan Nelsen’s logical thinking, foresight and persuasiveness about community issues, planning and development.
An engineer, Nelsen kept a close eye on how developers and bureaucrats saw the future and if their views could help or hurt the peninsula.
If he saw problems with a particular project or plan he would carefully map out an argument to lessen its impact or be dropped altogether. This would be achieved through negotiation, written reports or submissions and recruiting allies to back his stance.
Alan Nelsen died at home on Sunday 7 May, soon after watching his beloved Collingwood defeat the Sydney Swans, 11.11 (77) - 6.12 (48).
The eulogy prepared by his family relates how on his wedding day (24 September 1964) Nelsen couldn’t help but tell his bride (as they stood together in the aisle) that the Magpies has lost the Grand Final to the Saints by one point. “Nancy was less than impressed because she expected Alan to say how beautiful she looked.”
News of Nelsen’s death spread quickly among members of groups dedicated to the welfare of the peninsula’s environment (built and natural) and its residents.
“I remember when I first met him, he and a couple of mates attended nearly every [Mornington Peninsula Shire] Council meeting in Rosebud. You require an enormous commitment to do that and sit there for three to four hours and listen to the sometimes dribble that emerges from the councillor’s debates,” Nepean Ratepayers’ Association president Colin Watson said of Nelsen, who headed the Mornington Peninsula
Ratepayers and Residents Association.
“He loved his wife Nancy, telling me often that ‘he doesn’t know how she puts up with me when I become irritated and grumpy after dealing with ineffective councillors and council officers’.”
That initial meeting led to a long friendship and the first of many wins: the defeat of the shire’s plan to build an aquatic centre on the foreshore at Rosebud.
The most recent action taken by Nelsen and Watson was to call on the state government to inquire into the shire ‘s performance (“Ratepayers want inquiry into shire” The News 11/4/23).
Christine Haydon and Peter Avery of the Peninsula Speaks community organisation issued a joint statement describing Nelsen as “a tireless advocate” for peninsula residents and ratepayers … a person who truly cared about our precious peninsula”.
“He wrote extensive submissions to local government ministers and organisations … all done with the thoughtfulness and logic of his engineering training. Everything was done with grace and consideration.”
Fellow “council watcher” Stuart Allen said Nelsen was “one of the most honourable people that I have dealt with, both professionally and personally”.
“I will miss out chats and catch ups and, in particular, that unique laugh that he had when a subject matter tickled his sense of humour.”
Former shire councillor Hugh Fraser said Nelsen had “a keen eye for common sense good governance, council procedure, the democratic traditions of local government and what was right and good”.
“As a councillor, I quickly understood that the depth of his knowledge of council and management politics in the Mornington Peninsula Shire, and his opinion was to be respected.”
Leigh Eustace, also a former councillor, said Nelsen had been “a great friend and someone of absolute trust and integrity second to no one”.
WHEN you adopt, you are choosing to save a life. A life that oftentimes would have been prematurely ended.
At 'Til The Cows Come Home, an Australian registered animal charity, we rescue, rehabilitate and then re-home unwanted farm animals. Many of these are male calves.
In the dairy industry, male calves and surplus females are often stripped from their mother within only 24 hours of their birth. Roughly 400,000 of these calves across Australia are destined to be "disposed of". They are "unviable" and considered "surplus", as they do not produce milk. Their mothers, left with the heartache of having their baby taken from them, is kept in a constant cycle – artificial impregnation, birthing, milk production, repeat.
You may hope this routine abuse would become easier for her. Sadly, this is not the case. Traumatised mothers have broken down fences, cried in anguish and even hidden their calves from farmers.
This is where you can step in. This is where you can help. Before calves are set to be slaughtered,
you can save them. With your help, we can rescue these calves before it is too late.
Whether you are looking to fill your land with companion cows or simply keep on top of your paddock, cows are the perfect addition to your family. And with adoption you offer a cow a second chance at life.
Oftentimes when purchasing animals online, they are unvaccinated, require expensive medical care and are not desexed. Caregivers are left with large bills and alone, with little to no support. Adoption with 'Til The Cows Come Home is different. We want to ensure all calves are their happiest and healthiest selves before they reach your home. That is why we provide all of their medical care, vaccinations and desexing before they leave our care.
We are determined to make the transition as smooth as possible for you. So, all adopters receive weekday online support and pick-up or transportation assistance.
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“The service that Alan has performed for peninsula residents over many years has made a tremendous difference to town planning and council integration, whether it be council finances, planning or project examination,” Eustace said. “Another warrior falls who has made a real difference.”
David Lines, of the Tyabb and District Ratepayers’ group, said Nelsen was “a true gentleman who loved life and his family” who would be “sorely missed on the golf course as a partner and a friend”.
Born in Richmond, Nelsen spent his childhood living with his parents and grandparents in Northcote.
From his teenage years he played football and cricket and trained as a civil engineer, eventually staying 29 years with the then Melbourne Metropolitan Board of Works. He was recognised as an expert in tunnelling and worked on the Bell’s Portal Tunnel which carries water from the Thomson River dam to the Upper Yarra dam.
He was awarded a scholarship to study tunnels in Europe and, when aged over 40, completed a master’s degree through the Fielding Institute in Santa Barbara, in the United States. He went on to graduate from Fielding as a doctor of philosophy in human and organisational systems.
After working in his own consultancy, Alan and Nancy Nelsen retired to McCrae “where the fun begins”, according to his family’s eulogy, “taking “a great liking to antagonising the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council in matters such building heights, pool on the foreshore, bus timetables and lack of transparency by the shire”.
“Alan as the born leader he was, he would rally the troops across the Peninsula and Heathmont to take nine complaints to VCAT winning eight – almost a 100 per cent strike rate.
“At the same time that this was all going on Alan tried very hard to score that elusive hole in 1 at the Village Glen and Ringwood golf course with his golfing buddies.”
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NINE, 8.30pm
Blond Bond Daniel Craig quickly establishes himself here as a superb 007, globetrotting from Madagascar to the Bahamas to Montenegro, on the trail of evil banker Le Chiffre (Mads Mikkelsen). Bond is tasked by M (Judi Dench) to enter a high-stakes poker tournament, as he is the best player in the service. Holding the purse strings is Vesper Lynd (Eva Green, left), a government accountant with her own secrets. It’s a sophisticated thrill ride that will leave you both shaken and stirred.
THE DOG HOUSE
TEN, 6.30pm
For a select few viewers, tuning in for this heartwarming series is an act of optimism. Owning a furry friend is almost a rite of passage in this country, but there are still folk wary of taking this step. If you’re desperate to convince a loved one to finally get a dog, this is a sure-fire tonic to make that dream come true. Tonight, the furry friends include a timid puppy and a canine which has a habit of doing a runner.
ABC TV, 8.30pm
So you’ve stuck with this moody forensic crime drama and now you’re champing at the bit for tonight’s season finale. Will there be a happy ending? Perhaps most pressing, will there be a third season of this Scottish crime confection? Season three still has a question mark over it, so tonight’s drama might conclude with a cliffhanger, or perhaps there’s redemption in store for all. In what could be the series’ last hurrah, fire expert Sarah (Laura Fraser, above) works with McKinven (Michael Nardone) to prevent another explosion.
SEVEN, 7.30pm
This fun – not to mention helium-filled –premise might seem absurd at first, but who can say they didn’t feel the same way about reality juggernaut Lego Masters when it was first announced? Helmed by Stephen Curry and Becky Lucas, this balloon artistry competition is more than just hot air. Going above and
The Drum. 7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.
8.00 Folau. (PG) Part 1 of 2.
9.00 Grand Designs New Zealand.
Tom Webster meets Phil Metaxas, who is of building a post-modernist castle.
9.45 Griff’s Great Kiwi Road
Trip: Get Some Number 8 Wire – Wellington. (R) Part 2 of 3.
10.35 Art Works. (PG, R)
11.05 ABC Late News.
11.20 The Business. (R)
11.35 Ningaloo Nyinggulu. (R)
12.35 Q+A. (R)
1.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 4.30 The Drum.
(R)
5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) Presented by Marc Fennell.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 The Murdochs: Empire Of Influence: Planet Fox. (M)
Rupert steps in to run Fox News.
8.30 Miniseries: Safe Home. (Malv)
Part 3 of 4. Phoebe is devastated to learn that the FVLS funding is going to be cut.
10.25 SBS World News Late.
10.55 Catch And Release. (Mal)
A girl turns up badly beaten.
11.50 Black Sands. (MA15+as, R)
4.35 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) Marilyn goes to the police with her fears.
8.30 The Front Bar. (M) Hosts Mick Molloy, Sam Pang and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Britain’s Got Talent. (PG, R) Auditions continue as weird, wacky and wonderful acts compete in front of celebrity judges.
10.55 The Latest: Seven News.
11.25 Fantasy Island. (Ma)
12.25 World’s Most Secret Homes. (PG, R)
1.25 Black-ish. (Final, PGa)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Nine News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 RBT. (Mdl, R)
8.30 Paramedics. (Mam, R) A mother who is having a stroke is treated.
9.30 Embarrassing Bodies. (MA15+dms) Dr Tosin meets a disheartened musician.
10.30 A+E After Dark. (Mm, R)
11.25 Nine News Late.
11.50 New Amsterdam. (Mam) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV
The Project. Special guests include
6.00 The Drum.
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Gardening Australia. Tammy Huynh builds a herb tower.
8.30 Traces. (Final, Mal) Sarah works with McKinven to prevent another explosion before making decisions about their future.
9.20 Mayfair Witches. (MA15+a) Rowan searches for safety in a strange city.
10.00 Interview With The Vampire. (MA15+hlv)
10.45 Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe. (Final, Mal, R)
11.10 ABC Late News.
11.30 The Split. (Mdl, R)
12.30 Smother. (Mal, R) 2.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Building The Impossible: Hoover Dam.
8.30 Robson Green’s British Adventure: The Tyne. (PG) Part 3 of 4.
9.25 Legends Of The Pharaohs: Egypt’s First Pyramid. (PGasv, R)
A look at Egypt’s iconic monuments.
10.20 SBS World News Late.
10.50 Darkness: Those Who Kill. (MA15+asv)
11.45 Vienna Blood. (MA15+s, R) 3.25 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.25 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs and Pete Colquhoun visit the cleverly designed Ravine House.
7.30 Football. AFL. Round 10. Port Adelaide v Melbourne. From Adelaide Oval.
10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews.
11.00 Armchair Experts. (M) A panel discusses all things AFL.
12.00 MOVIE: Dangerous Attraction. (2000, MA15+sv, R) A woman finds herself in a power struggle. Andrea Roth.
2.00 To Be Advised.
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 NBC Today.
6.20 The ABC Of... (PG, R)
6.50 Bluey. (R)
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (PGa) Sister Boniface investigates sabotage.
8.15 Miniseries: The North Water. (Malv) Part 2 of 5. Sumner’s adventure turns into a nightmare when one of the crew is murdered.
9.15 Ragdoll. (MA15+av) With the killer proving unstoppable, the team desperately hunts down the second victim on the list.
10.05 The Messenger. (Mal, R) A taxi driver receives mysterious messages.
10.55 Fires. (Mal, R)
11.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Windsor Castle Fire: The Untold Story. (PG)
8.30 Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors. (Premiere) A look inside Westminster Abbey.
9.20 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys: Scotland.
(R) Narrated by Bill Nighy.
10.15 Britain’s Most Expensive Houses. (R)
11.10 Nine Perfect Strangers. (MA15+s, R) 1.50
Life Drawing Live. (Mn, R) 3.50 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan
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 AFL Pre-Game Show. Pre-game coverage of the upcoming match, featuring hot topics and the latest AFL news.
7.30 Football. AFL. Round 10. Essendon v Richmond. From the MCG.
10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews.
11.00 To Be Advised.
12.05 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 4. Tasmania SuperSprint. Day 1. Highlights.
1.10 Travel Oz. (PG, R) Greg Grainger takes a look at Australian sport.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Get Arty. (R)
5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R)
6.00 Nine News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Escape To The Chateau. It’s Christmas at the chateau.
8.30 MOVIE: Casino Royale. (2006, Mv, R) James Bond is assigned to stop an evil banker from winning a high-stakes casino tournament. Daniel Craig, Eva Green, Judi Dench.
11.25 Emergency Call. (Ma, R)
12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.05 It’s All Greek To Me. (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. Special guest is Belinda Carlisle.
7.30 Bondi Rescue. (PGan) Hoppo demonstrates his Float To Survive technique. Chase checks out Bondi’s grey nurse shark colony.
8.30 To Be Advised.
9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ml, R) Graham Norton is joined by U2 frontman Bono, singer-songwriter Taylor Swift, actor Eddie Redmayne and BBC presenter Alex Scott. Lady Blackbird performs her new single Feel It Comin’
11.30 The Project. (R) Special guest is Belinda Carlisle.
12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Late-night talk show.
1.30 Home Shopping. (R)
6.00 Nine News Saturday.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix. (2007, Mhv, R)
Harry returns for his fifth year at Hogwarts.
Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint.
10.15 MOVIE: Clash Of The Titans.
(2010, Mv, R) A king recruits a warrior. Sam Worthington.
12.05 MOVIE: Black Water: Abyss.
(2020, Mhl, R) Jessica McNamee.
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Helping Hands. (PG, R)
5.30
6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGan, R) Will races in to rescue a swimmer.
6.30 The Dog House. (PGa) Follows pets, including a timid puppy, who are matched with potential companions.
7.30 MOVIE: Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom. (1984, PGv, R) Archaeologist Indiana Jones searches for a mystical stone stolen from an Indian community. Harrison Ford, Kate Capshaw, Ke Huy Quan.
9.55 To Be Advised.
11.00 NCIS. (Mmv, R) Jimmy gets competitive.
12.00 Home Shopping. (R)
5.00 Hour Of Power.
6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 The World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PGa, R) 11.30 Songs Of Praise. 12.00 ABC News
At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 2.30 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (PGa, R) 3.15 Folau. (PG, R) 4.15 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 5.00 Art Works. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.
6.30 Compass: Freeing The Song.
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Grand Designs: Dunstable. (Ml) Hosted by Kevin McCloud.
8.20 The Messenger. (Malv) Ed must confront just how far he will go to complete the card after he comes into possession of a gun.
9.15 MOVIE: Suffragette. (2015, Malv, R) A woman becomes a suffragette. Carey Mulligan, Helena Bonham Carter.
11.00 Interview With The Vampire. (MA15+hlv, R)
11.40 Mayfair Witches. (MA15+a, R)
12.20 MotherFatherSon. (Final, Mlv, R)
1.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.05 The Heights.
(PG, R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)
6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 14. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 Britain’s Great Outdoors. (R) 11.00 The World From Above. (R) 12.00
WorldWatch. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Cycling. UCI ProSeries. Tour of Hungary. Highlights.
4.10 Going Places. (R) 4.40 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 14. Highlights.
5.40 Hitler’s American Battleground. (PG)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Secrets Of The Killer Mega Shark. (PG) A look at the megalodon shark.
8.30 Tutankhamun: The Last Exhibition. (PG, R) Takes a look at Tutankhamun’s tomb and at the international exhibition of the artefacts recovered.
10.00 Patagonia: The Desert Coast. (Premiere, PGa) Narrated by Pedro Pascal.
10.50 Kenny Rogers: Biography. (PG, R)
12.20 Hunting Hitler’s U-Boats. (PGalv, R)
1.50 The Buildings That Fought Hitler. (PG, R)
3.35 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG)
11.00
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGa) Hosted by Samantha Armytage.
8.30 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive, special investigation.
9.30 The Latest: Seven News.
10.00 Born To Kill? Tony Costa. (MA15+av) A look at Antone Charles “Tony” Costa.
11.00 Quantum Leap. (Mav)
12.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 4. Tasmania SuperSprint. Day 2. Highlights.
1.00 The Rookie. (Mv, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Nine News Sunday.
7.00 The Summit. (PGl)
8.45 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.
9.45 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.
10.15 Australian Crime Stories: The Hunter. (Mlv, R)
11.15 The First 48. (Ma)
12.05 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (Mv, R)
12.55 9Honey Hacks. (PG) 1.05 The Garden Gurus. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping.
(R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 Take Two. (R)
6am The Movie Show. 6.30 Heart Beats Loud. (2018, PG)
Polina. (2016, PG, French) 10.20 Stand By Me. (1986, M) Noon Nowhere Boy. (2009) 1.50 A Cat In Paris. (2010, PG) 3.05 The Man Who Invented Christmas. (2017, PG) 5.00 Master Cheng: A Spice For Life. (2019, PG) 7.05 Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride. (2005, PG) 8.30 Fantastic Mr. Fox. (2009, PG) 10.10
6.00 The Drum.
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Australian Story. Presented by Leigh Sales.
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 India Now. (R)
11.10 ABC Late News.
11.25 The Business. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Secrets Of The Tower Of London. (PG) Only five weeks remain until Superbloom.
8.30 Rise Of The Nazis: The Downfall.
(M) Part 3 of 3. As the Red Army approaches the bunker, Hitler plunges into the abyss.
9.30 Reframed: Marilyn Monroe: Siren. (Mans) Part 2 of 4.
10.20 SBS World News Late.
10.50 Reyka. (MA15+av)
11.50 Miss S. (Mv, R)
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGav)
7.30 Blow Up. Hosted by Stephen Curry and Becky Lucas.
9.00 9-1-1. (Mam) The 118 faces emergencies involving a spin class and a husband and wife in a compromising position.
10.00 9-1-1: Lone Star. (Mav) Owen wears an FBI wire.
11.00 The Latest: Seven News.
11.30 The Blacklist. (Return, Mav)
12.30 The Rookie. (Mv, R)
1.30 Kochie’s Business Builders. (R)
6.00 Nine News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 The Summit. (PGl) Presented by Jai Courtney.
9.00 RPA. (PGm) A university student presents suffering a potentially life threatening collapse of his lung.
10.00 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.
10.30 Footy Classified. (M)
11.30 The Equalizer. (MA15+v, R)
12.20 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
6.30 The Sunday Project. Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics.
7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGa) MasterChef royalty Julie Goodwin returns and survival is on the menu.
9.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv) When Lucy receives a strange call from a man admitting to murder, the NCIS team sets out to find him.
10.00 FBI. (Mv, R) After a retired DEA agent is shot, the team works to determine if the victim’s past is connected to the murder.
11.00 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news.
12.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 CBS Mornings.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.
7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGa) Contestants must think outside the box.
8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists include Melanie Bracewell, Guy Montgomery and Celia Pacquola.
9.40 Just For Laughs Australia. (MA15+ls) Hosted by Nath Valvo.
10.10 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv) A Croatian tennis player is kidnapped.
12.00 The Project. (R)
11.40 Folau. (PG, R) 12.40 The Split. (Mdl, R)
1.40 Father Brown. (PG, R) 2.25 Rage.
(MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
3.45 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.45 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
A Current Affair.
1.10 Hello SA. (PG) 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)
1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 CBS Mornings.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? Rhonda Burchmore. (PG)
8.30 Insight. Presented by Kumi Taguchi.
9.30 Dateline: China’s Underground Tutors. A look at after-school tutoring in China.
10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 Living Black. (R)
11.00 Manayek. (Final, MA15+v)
11.55 Hope. (MA15+av) 1.05 Tell Me
6.00 The Drum.
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) Presented by Tom Gleeson.
8.30 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (PG) A satirical news program.
9.05 In Limbo. (Premiere, Mal) A man’s deceased friend returns as a ghost.
9.35 QI. (PG) Hosted by Sandi Toksvig.
10.05 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (R)
10.35 ABC Late News.
10.50 The Business. (R) 11.05 Ragdoll.
(MA15+av, R) 11.50 Father Brown. (PG, R)
12.40 Operation Buffalo. (Mal, R) 1.35 Rage.
(MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) Presented by Marc Fennell.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Alone Australia. (Ml) The participants face a mental battle.
9.30 Blue Lights. (Premiere, MA15+) Follows three rookie police officers in Belfast, Northern Ireland, as they tackle their probation period.
10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 The Congregation. (Premiere, Mas) A 20-something joins a church.
11.50 Unit One. (Malsv, R)
4.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
7.30 Blow Up. Hosted by Stephen Curry and Becky Lucas.
8.35 The Rookie. (Mav) Lucy’s undercover assignment earns her an invitation to Sacramento.
9.35 The Rookie: Feds. (Mav) Simone tracks down an arms dealer.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 The Summit. Presented by Jai Courtney.
8.40 Lost On Everest. (Ma) A team of climbers set out to find Andrew Irvine and his climbing partner George Mallory’s camera.
10.00 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.
10.30 Chicago Med. (MA15+am)
11.20 Casualty 24/7. (Mm)
12.10 Court Cam. (Mlv)
1.00 Surfing Australia TV. (PG, R) 1.30 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.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.
7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGl) The Pressure Test elimination looms.
8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.
9.40 NCIS. The NCIS team investigates a string of Russian spy encounters that may be linked to a murder.
10.40 North Shore. (Mlv, R) A public appeal by Abigail wins over the press.
11.40 The Project. (R)
12.40 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)
1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
7.30 The 1% Club. (PGls) Hosted by Jim Jefferies.
8.35 Accused. (MA15+a) A high school teacher puts his reputation in jeopardy when he helps a student in need.
10.35 The Latest: Seven News.
11.05 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: The Greenough Family Massacre. (MA15+adv, R) A look at murder of the MacKenzie family.
12.20 Absentia. (MA15+asv, R)
1.20 The Goldbergs. (PGl, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Nine News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Travel Guides. (PGln) The travel guides head to New Zealand.
8.30 Footy Classified. (M) Hosted by Eddie McGuire, Matthew Lloyd, Jimmy Bartel and Damian Barrett.
9.30 MOVIE: Vacation. (2015, MA15+ln, R)
A man takes his family on a road trip. Ed Helms, Christina Applegate.
11.25 Nine News Late.
11.50 Council Of Dads. (PGa, 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.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.
7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGa) Amateur cooks compete.
8.40 North Shore. (Ml) Abigail and Simon make plans to return home to the UK to lay Sophie to rest.
9.40 Law & Order: SVU. Benson tries to help a student after she is assaulted on a field trip.
10.40 Fire Country. (Mdmv)
Bull. (Ma, R)
The Project. (R)
1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
There’s been much comment about the poor results for the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council in a local government satisfaction survey (“Shire hits all time low in satisfaction” The News 3/10/22; “Ratepayers want inquiry into shire” The News 11/4/23).
The survey actually referred to the Mornington Peninsula Shire’s performance as a whole, rather than the council itself. Further, the results are historical, and most likely refer to perceptions of shire performance prior to the term of the current councillors.
At the last council elections, the people clearly demonstrated their opinions of council performance by throwing out nine of the 11 incumbents. And it was easy to see why – those councillors were not doing their job of keeping shire officers under control.
We need only recall the campaign by some shire officers, supported by the councillors of the day, to close down the Tyabb airport. Hundreds of people working in aviation related businesses were put out of work while the shire illegally enforced a shutdown of airport operations and businesses.
Is it any wonder that Peninsula Aero Club dragged the shire into VCAT, where the shire was unable to provide evidence to support its illegal actions. Fortunately, commonsense prevailed and the aero club was fully vindicated (“Aero club loses bid for $124,000 legal costs” The News 18/4/23).
The councillors installed at the last elections are not perfect. But, in my opinion, their performance far exceeds the performance of the previous council.
If there is to be an inquiry, it needs to be into the performance of the shire officers who were involved in the airport debacle.
Someone needs to be held accountable for the ratepayers’ money wasted by the shire and the former councillors in pursuing their pointless vendetta against the airport and the aero club.
Eric Collier, SomervilleEditor: The annual satisfaction survey referred to was conducted from January to June 2022, more than one year after the election of eight new councillors. Six members of the previous council did not seek re-election and three of the remaining five were re-elected.
Regarding the front page article where Hastings made the monumental score one out of 10 (“Data reveals towns of disadvantage” The News 2/5/23). It is surprising Hastings got any score at all as it seems there are those that are working to ensure the Hastings region does not progress above the minor score.
Many years ago Hastings was identified as a depressed area, so what has changed?
We never had these problems when we had the [Shire of] Hastings Council.
Amalgamation has failed the Hastings region miserably, so what does that tell you?
Max
Bryant, Hastings
The Mornington Peninsula Shire Council caused havoc last year when it stopped delivering aged care services to older people. The council chose to transfer its aged care services to two private providers during the pandemic. This was the worst possible time to transfer services because Bolton Clarke and mecwacare were short staffed.
It was also disappointing that Anthony Marsh, the mayor at the time, failed to respond to my request for a meeting. I had many suggestions about how this transition could be managed without a disruption of home care services.
Unlike our local council, the federal government listened to the community’s concerns. In the recent budget, the federal government announced it will postpone the commencement of the Support at Home Program. Thankfully, it has extended grant arrangements (block funding) for the Commonwealth Home Support Program to 30 June 2025.
Unfortunately, Mornington Peninsula Shire Council jumped ship much too early. Rather than put in place services to allow a smooth transition, our council’s decision to abruptly end services caused many older people to suffer unnecessarily.
Sarah Russell, director Aged Care Matters, Mount Martha Rescuers
I would like to thank the guys and lady who came to my rescue when my dog was attacked on Sunday 16 April by a Staffy-looking dog at the corner of George and Prince streets, Mornington.
Also, a thank you to the young man who came to our home to apologise. The dog, which he was minding for his father who lives in the country, had got out of a side gate. He offered to pay for all vet fees, which I am pleased to say he has.
Needless to say, it was an extremely frightening experience, and I was not hurt. I am happy to report my pooch Sandy is recovering well after several visits to a local vet.
Brenda Head, Mornington
While standing in the checkout queue at the local Rye supermarket recently, I witnessed a wonderful act of kindness. A man ahead of me in the queue, having completed scanning his purchases, discovered that his chosen payment card was rejected. He was obviously embarrassed and clearly distressed by this and said he would have to leave his groceries and return home.
At that point, a young woman in the queue intervened and used her credit card to pay for the man’s groceries. The amount was in excess of $130 so, given that she clearly did not know the man, it was a very generous act.
I subsequently spoke to the young woman in question and ascertained that she was a school teacher from Flinders.
It is indeed heartwarming to know that such kindness to others is alive and well in our community. Michael Forster, Blairgowrie
Today the constitution is the shape of a triangle, with three wheels of power. Wheel one – MPs (Parliament) have power to make laws. Wheel two - ministers (the executive) have power to implement the laws. Wheel three - judges (the courts) have power to ensure laws are correct and within the constitution. When all three wheels point in the same direction, the triangle moves ahead smoothly.
This [Voice to Parliament] referendum demands the constitution’s shape change to a square, with four wheels of power. Wheel four, “the Voice” will be a compliance advisory body, consisting of unelected people with Aboriginal heritage only. Its function will be to ensure proposed laws made by parliament, or actions of the executive, comply with their ambitions.
If compliance is denied, then the threat of court action is available. Should (activist) courts subsequently decide against parliament or the executive, our representative democracy is corrupted because it effectively means the judiciary will have decided against the ambition of 96 per cent of the population, based on the ambition of four per cent of the population.
Giving power to this fourth wheel in the constitution will have the unintended consequence of a gain in unelected judicial power, with a loss of elected democratic power (my voice). So, it is a firm No from me.
Sandy Robinson, HastingsFlinders MP Zoe Mc Kenzie should not take notice of a group of people that deal principly with fiction, the Sorrento Writers Festival Forum, and ignore the experts that are warning against the voice (“Yes campaign” Letters 9/5/23).
Not only did the four so-called constitutional experts on the Voice panel all argue against the final wording, including the attorney-general,
but one of Australia’s leading jurists has warned it is “wrong in principle” and “will split the Australian people into two groups”. Terence Cole is a former judge of the Court of Appeal and has presided over two royal commissions.
He also wrote “That the Voice will be used to support the demands for recognition of coexisting sovereignty, a Makarrata commission designed to produce a treaty and monetary compensation”.
That’s fact, not writer’s fiction.
Michael G Free, Mount MarthaThe National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) is an Australian government agency and therefore cannot function as an alternative to an Indigenous Voice to parliament (“Questions unanswered” Letters 9/5/23). Furthermore, the majority of its staff (77 per cent as at December 2021) are non-Indigenous.
The proposed constitutionally enshrined Voice, on the other hand, will mean First Nations people themselves provide advice on the matters that affect them, directly to parliament.
The proposal has extensive support, from not only the majority of Indigenous people, but also many corporates, banking institutions, businesses, churches, faith-based charities, major sporting codes, university professors, former high court justices, even eminent Liberal members of parliament like Julian Leeser, Liberal spokesperson on the Voice and former shadow attorney-general, who has quit the front bench so that he can support the Voice.
Clearly this level of support reflects a widespread desire, through reconciliation, to unify our nation.
Maureen Donelly, MorningtonIt is unfortunate to see any questioning of the Voice through a partisan political lens (“Baffled by political party and opinions from afar” Letters 2/5/23). Perceiving it must be from another political side, the writer judges it unworthy of inclusion in The News, especially when offered by anyone from outside her electorate.
I would indeed be troubled if the writer actually felt “hounded” by my thoughts expressed from outside her electorate but would respectfully remind her that the Voice is a national matter, not one defined by electorate boundaries.
In fact, questions are being raised by many within her electorate, and from many political persuasions. These are citizens looking beyond the politics who share the view that any proposal as significant as the Voice demands serious scrutiny.
The best outcomes are never achieved by stifling honest debate,
John Matthews, HeathmontIt is generous and correct to effectively refrain from labelling the Voice proposal as racist (“Questions unanswered” Letters 9/5/23). It is not racist any more than are the foundations of the innumerable migrant organisations which enrich the multicultural tapestry of the Australian community.
Each of these organisations would comprise people who share a common cultural and historic background, like the 150 plus organisations of Indigenous Australians mentioned.
The Uluru Statement from the Heart spells out the need for the Voice.
The proposal is intended to overcome longstanding problems like the alienation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ children from their families and the proportionally high rate of imprisonment experienced by the people themselves.
There is no reason why the Voice should create a wedge in society. In fact, the long history of failed attempts at reconciliation without meaningful consultation with First Nations peoples is proof enough that this does not work.
John Gare, Kew Eastfor deeds not words.
I keep wondering how many Yes supporters have been into the outback and visited towns like Alice Springs, Kununurra, Tennant Creek, Halls Creek, or heard of or know where Herman town or Cherbourg are located. If they have. did they listen and talk to the local people of all backgrounds?
State and federal governments and their supporters are not listening to what Jacinta Price, Warren Mundine and their contemporaries are saying about Aboriginals in the outback and cites. Indeed, their words for equality for all Australians and their want and need for better health services, education for our young and an end to domestic violence. Jacinta’s words cry out
Perhaps the $260 million budgeted for the referendum would be better spent on additional training for the current people employed to get the deeds done.
Bruce White, Safety BeachAs noble as Mornington Peninsula Shire Council’s efforts may be to arrest damage to the peninsula’s beaches may be, the reality is it could simply be an exercise in futility (“Strategy ‘coming’ as beaches lost” The News 9/5/23).
The article recognises that climate change may well see a 24 centimetre rise in sea levels by 2050. This may not sound much but in beach areas like Mount Martha where the incline of the beach is very shallow, 24cm is a big deal. Unless strong action is taken to slow down climate change then council’s efforts may well be like trying to hit a moving target.
Ross Hudson, Mount Martha
I appreciate the information provided and thank the Labor government for the $5 million for the Jetty Road, Rosebud roundabout to “improve pedestrian safety and traffic flow” (“Money provided” Letters 2/5/23).
Actually, I am adept at Google and found it quite difficult to find the information provided in the letter, but finally did and the letter left out a bit of info.
The Infrastructure Investment Program was a pre-election pork barrel slush fund of the highest degree where 71 per cent of funding went to Coalition marginal and safe seats and projects were left without adequate funding or resources. There were 160 projects worth less than $5m, which are not “nationally significant and nationbuilding”.
“[Liberal candidate for Nepean] Sam Groth announced a further $100 million in funding.” This in itself is a feat of herculean proportions. Was it state or federal funding?
So, we now have $175m? Was it too good to be true? Yes, because it is not true, it was a preelection promise as confirmed by his office and, now he’s elected, where is it?
The problem is being solved with the $5m, maybe the Labor government will see the stupidity of “fixing” Jetty Road roundabout with “free flowing” traffic only to create another bottleneck at Boneo Road. Joe Lenzo, Safety Beach
We are still having to call our federal government out on refugee issues.
In a recent decision the Minister for Immigration Andrew Giles extended the 2023 Resolution of Status process to many refugees, granting permanent protection and freedom to settle in Australia. There was much rejoicing; and for them this decision ended years of uncertainty. But 9000 to 12,000 others were excluded from this process, even though their circumstances were similar. Having experienced slow processing, inconsistent decision making and lack of transparency over many years this latest decision has caused confusion and deep distress to this group.
There are also still 100 people who also came seeking asylum by boat, who remain in limbo in Papua New Guinea not officially recognised as Australia’s responsibility.
During the past few weeks members of the Grandmothers for Refugees group in the Flinders electorate have been collecting signatures for a petition to the House of Representatives which focuses on these groups of asylum seekers caught in limbo.
The petition urges the immigration minister to acknowledge and explain recent decisions directly affecting those seeking asylum in Australia.
We also urge the minister to affirm Australia’s duty of care to all of the about 30,000 people who came by boat seeking asylum, and to grant the opportunity of permanent protection to them.
Thank you to all those who took the time to read and sign our petition. Let’s hope it makes a difference. Ann Renkin, Shoreham
Compiled by Cameron McCullough
THE Point Nepean Road is becoming notorious for the number of motor smashes and mishaps occurring on it lately.
Another one of these distressing accidents happened at Seaford on Sunday afternoon.
At about 4pm, Mr. Fred Shenfield was returning on his motor cycle to his home at Seaford with his father, Mr. L. J. Shenfield, who was in the side car.
When nearly opposite “Fernlea”, the cycle suddenly swerved and crashed into a stout electric light pole with a sickening force.
Mr. Shenfield, senr., was pinned under the body of the heavy cycle, and considerable difficulty was experienced in extricating him from his unfortunate position.
Dr. Maxwell, of Frankston, and Dr. Le Souef, of Chelsea, were quickly on the scene, and shortly afterwards two Melbourne doctors happened to be passing and assisted in rescuing, and administering to the unconscious man. Upon examination it was found that Mr. Shenfield was suffering from concussion, a broken arm and several broken ribs. He was conveyed to the Alfred Hospital.
His son escaped with bruises. He had a miraculous escape from serious injury.
Mr. Shenfield, senr., is a prominent member of the Seaford Progress Association, and deep regret was expressed by the Shire President (Cr. W. Armstrong, J.P.) and other members at the unfortunate and serious injury with which Mr. Shenfield had met. This paper adds it sympathy, and
wishes him a speedy recovery. ***
ON Monday morning last the first court was held at Chelsea.
The Bench was occupied by Mr. Cohen, P.M., and Cr. W. Stephens (Mayor), Crs. Hunter, Richardson, Funston, W. Armstrong, Messrs. R. J. Burroghs, James, Callaghan, Frewin, Cook and Giles, J.’sP.
Before opening the court, Mr. Cohen, P.M., said he desired to congratulate the people of the district on the progress of the Borough, which necessitated the court being established at Chelsea.
He had presided at the neighboring courts at Frankston and Cheltenham, and knew that the bulk of the court business at those places came from the Chelsea district.
It was therefore natural that the Chelsea people should want a local court and thus save them travelling out of their own district.
The Mayor, Cr. W. Stephens, expressed pleasure that the court at Chelsea was at last an established fact.
It would save expense to litigants and prove of benefit to the Borough in every way.
He took the opportunity of congratulating the police of the Borough on the splendid manner in which they carried out their arduous duties.
Mr. A. Leslie Williams, on behalf of the Bar, said it was undoubtedly the correct thing that justice should be administered within the Borough.
In the past more than half the business transacted at the Frankston and Cheltenham courts came from the Borough of Carrum. The fact that
justice was being administered locally would, he thought, make the people less litigious.
This was borne out by the fact that he picked out 30 debt cases to bring before the present court, and the rush that set in to effect settlements had been marvellous. (Laughter).
He congratulated the residents of the Borough on having secured Mr. Cohen as the presiding magistrate. He was held in high regard by the judiciary of the State and there was no blame more honored for competence and fairness.
Mr. Callaghan endorsed all that had been said regarding Mr Cohen, whom he had frequently met at the Cheltenham court. Personally Mr. Callaghan regretted that the necessity for a court had arisen at Chelsea. The first comers to the district were all Arcadians and had no law troubles.
Difficulty only arose when others came to the district and rooted out those who were law-abiding. (Laughter).
Constable Feehan, on behalf of the police, congratulated the Borough Council, the Progress Association, local magistrates and citizens on securing a court for Chelsea. It would prove a boon to the inhabitants.
THE FIRST CASE
J. J. Lawrence, of Carrum Downs, proceeded against E. H. Noble, for the sum of £2/2/6 money due. Mr. A. Leslie Williams appeared for the plaintiff.
There was no appearance of the defendant. An order was made for the amount claimed with costs.
WHO IS THE OWNER?
Chas Scott, Inspector for the
Borough of Carrum, charged Thos. W. Hunter with allowing a pony to wander.
Defendant did not appear.
The inspector stated that the pony had been impounded and was released to Wilfred Hunter, who signed the pound book for Thomas W. Hunter, who he said was the owner.
The P.M.: That is not evidence. You must conduct these cases properly.
At this stage Mr. Hunter, senr., made his way to the front of the court. He said the Wilfred Hunter referred to was his grandson and was only 7 years of age.
Inspector Scott: I can produce the pound book.
The P.M.: Here we are in a difficulty. If Wilfred is the owner he should have been charged in the Children’s Court.
Inspector Scott said the owner was Thomas W. Hunter, the father of Wilfred.
The P.M.: You must supply the necessary proof. The case will be adjourned for 14 days.
THE DOG ACT
Mrs. Dodds was then charged with neglecting to register two dogs within 15 days after receiving notice.
Inspector Scott proved the case.
Defendant said it was an oversight.
She paid regularly every year and had paid the fees since receipt of summons. Fined 5/- with 2/6 costs.
THE DOG DIED
Edith Thompson was charged with failing to register a dog.
Defendant: I am very sorry but the dog died 6 or 7 weeks ago.
Inspector Scott said he saw the dog alive 3 weeks ago.
Defendant: I think not!
Fined 5/- with 2/6 costs, the P.M. remarking that an order would not be made for the registration fee as the dog was dead.
***
By the small margin of 4 points, the Flinders Naval Base compelled Hastings to take the count on Saturday last.
The match, played at Hastings attracted a good crowd and was of a friendly but spirited nature throughout.
In the first quarter Hastings scored 3.5 to 1.1, but against the wind they failed to score, whilst the Navy lads added 1:5.
The blues still had an advantage of 5 points at the interval.
Upon resumption, a good even game resulted, and at the “spell-oh” Hastings were leading by 1.7 to 3.7.
The naval brigade decided to invade the foes territory and do the job properly or die in the attempt.
The final term was one of great energy, and after many exciting moments the Base forged ahead. Hastings made a brilliant effort. Langholtz, Boyce, Jack and Campbell were seen to advantage in a series of passes.
Jack had a shot, but it fell short –just when a goal would have won the match!
Campbell picked it up smartly and snapped a point from a difficult spot. When the bell rang, Naval Base had won by 4.13 to 4.9.
***
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Dog's day: Mornington notched up a 19-point win over Crib Point.
Alan Dillon
REIGNING premiers Frankston YCW have returned to the winner’s circle with a hard-fought victory over Red Hill.
The Stonecats were looking to bounce back after a surprising defeat the week prior. Red Hill looked their equal though, and at half time the Hillmen were ahead.
Frankston YCW established control in the third term, and took a seven point lead into the last quarter.
The Stonecats wrapped up the win with a four goals to two last quarter.
The final score read Frankston YCW 12.13 (85) to Red Hill 9.8 (62).
Luke Paynter and Luca Goonan were excellent for the victors.
Sorrento emerged victorious after a shoot-out with Langwarrin at David Macfarlane Reserve on Saturday.
The Sharks were in charge of the contest throughout the entire after-
noon. A seven goals to two second quarter saw them build an unassailable lead.
Langwarrin booted seven goals in the final quarter to close the gap, but it wasn’t enough to get near Sorrento. The Sharks ended up winning by 28 points 20.11 (131) to 15.13 (103).
Six goals from star forward Leigh Poholke were vital for Sorrento. Aaron Breman scored four majors, and Jared Risol kicked three. Josh Bateman scored six goals for the Kangaroos.
Mt Eliza fired a warning shot to the rest of the competition on Saturday. They smashed Bonbeach by 70 points, and finished the round on top of the ladder.
Elsewhere Pines defeated Rosebud, and Dromana picked up a 39 point victory over Frankston Bombers.
TYABB gave their home crowd plenty to smile about on Saturday after a narrow win over Pearcedale.
The Yabbies went behind in the first quarter, but wrestled back control in the second term. They led by 15 at half time.
Pearcedale chipped away at Tyabb’s lead in the second half, but couldn’t quite gather enough momentum to topple them.
Tyabb held on for a tight win 12.9 (81) to 10.12 (72). Dale Sutton, Will Hose, and Bradley Williams were
named in the best for the victors. Mornington bounced back from last week’s defeat to beat Crib Point on the road on Saturday.
Crib Point were on the back foot from the very beginning. They scored just one behind in the opening quarter. Although the Magpies bounced back with a better showing in the second quarter, Mornington was still able to hold onto the lead. The Bulldogs eventually won by 19 points - 7.10 (52) to 10.11 (71).
It was another miserable afternoon for winless Rye on Saturday. They were massacred by Edithvale-Aspendale 21.27 (153) to 7.3 (45).
Michael Meehan was awesome for Edi-Asp. He booted seven goals. Karingal finished the round on top of the ladder after a 26 point win over Somerville. Chelsea also celebrated a good win last weekend - the Seagulls smashed Seaford 17.22 (124) to 6.3 (39).
RILEY Anderton treated onlookers
to a volleying masterclass on Saturday as he single-handedly broke Berwick City’s resolve with a breathtaking four-goal display.
The Peninsula Strikers ace was the catalyst for a second-half turnaround at Centenary Park that saw a 1-0 deficit transformed into a resounding and unexpected 5-1 win.
Until the Kiwi first struck in the 55th minute Berwick was the better side and deserved its slender lead but Anderton levelled when he spun on a deflected cross and volleyed with his right foot into the roof of the net.
Within minutes he demonstrated a deft touch at the far post sidefooting his volley over Berwick keeper Nick Caccamo to make it 2-1.
Anderton notched his hat-trick in the 75th minute with a much more mundane effort running onto Jamie Davidson’s through ball and touching it past Caccamo to make it 3-1.
It was back to the spectacular a few minutes later with perhaps his most remarkable strike.
He was outside the box when he let fly with his left foot pairing timing with precision to produce a volley of such velocity that a helpless Caccamo could only look on in wonder as the ball rocketed into the top far corner.
Cooper Andrews jinked his way past multiple opponents in the 85th minute then hit a low strike inside the area to put an exclamation mark on a scoreline no-one could have tipped at half-time.
Strikers featured two debutants with Faraz Zenoozi in goal and late in the contest 17-year-old Billy Rae replaced veteran Wayne Gordon.
In other State 2 matches Frankston Pines broke through for a first win of the season when defeating Doncaster Rovers 3-2 away on Friday night but Skye United lost 5-2 away to Heatherton United the following evening.
Pines opened the scoring after nine minutes when a Cal Batey far post corner was headed back across goal by Anish Khem and Aaran Currie headed in from point blank range.
The visitors increased their lead in the 27th minute when an alert Kaspar Fry robbed a defender then laid the ball into the path of Khem whose low shot nestled inside the far post.
Doncaster hit back in the second half with a far post header from Michael Papanicolaou and a stunning strike from a tight angle by Daniel
Savenaca Baledrokadroka was making his first appearance back in Pines’ colours after transferring from Beaumaris and he pounced on a poor defensive pass to drill a low shot inside the far post for an 87th minute winner.
In NPL2 Langwarrin lost 3-2 away to Brunswick Juventus on Friday night.
Langy was 3-0 down at half-time and reduced to 10 men after Tom Youngs was shown a straight red just before the interval.
Despite the disadvantage Langy hit back twice in the second half through Josh Varga and a remarkable Lucas Portelli strike from distance that caught Juve keeper Fraser Chalmers off his line.
In State 1 Mornington reclaimed top spot on the ladder with a deserved 2-1 away win over Eltham Redbacks on Saturday.
The Seagulls are now unbeaten in their last seven matches and Rhys Craigie gave them the lead in the 19th minute after forcing a defensive
error and finishing from the edge of the box.
Eltham’s Nick Edwards equalised soon after with a superb free-kick but the goal that split these sides came in the 53rd minute from Brady Pollard who lobbed Eltham keeper Abdul Koc from outside the area.
Despite late Eltham pressure Mornington defended well led by keeper Kane Runge, Ziggy Razuki, Josh Heaton and Satoshi Kurokawa.
In State 4 Somerville retained an unbeaten record with a hard-fought 1-0 away win over Lyndale United on Saturday.
It took until the 67th minute for the stalemate to be broken.
Conor Mcfall beat his opponent on the right then hammered the ball low across the face of goal for Marcus Anastasiou to prod home.
Somerville then had to resist a defiant Lyndale but held on by the skin of its teeth.
Baxter’s revival continued with a 5-1 away win over FC Noble Hurricanes on Friday night.
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equally impressive top corner strike on 54 minutes.
The teenager struck again nine minutes later with a tap-in following a well-saved Hawkins shot.
Ethan Sanderson then split the defence with a great through ball for Jaden Tabener to finish well past Seaford keeper Hayden Hicks in the 84th minute.
And Masterson completed his hattrick shortly after by converting the penalty awarded after Michael Durrance was upended in the box.
Mentone had a comfortable 4-0 home win over bottom side Pakenham United.
Tyler Pollard put Mentone in front after 17 minutes with a calm sidefoot finish before Marcus Spivey's 40-metre wonder strike seven minutes later had the home side 2-0 up. Second half goals from Frankie Varsamis and another from Spivey completed the scoring.
Mount Eliza lost 3-0 away to Casey Panthers despite having most of the possession.
The visitors failed to finish a number of chances and player-coach Bryce Ruthven is hoping to add a proven goalscorer to his squad shortly.
Izaak Barr, Liam Baxter and Dallas Mcneill did the damage.
Chelsea had to settle for a 0-0 draw at home against Springvale City also on Friday night.
Carlo Melino’s side has now recorded five draws in eight games with just one loss.
In State 5 Aspendale remained in the promotion chase and grabbed second spot on the ladder with a 1-0 win over Rosebud on Saturday.
The decisive moment came in the second half when first-half substitute Sam Timuska-Carr raced down the right and sent an inch-perfect cross to Jack Runciman who steered it home.
Mount Martha hammered Seaford United 5-0 at North Seaford Reserve last weekend.
Mitch Hawkins opened the scoring in 43rd minute after the visitors had defended a bombardment of corners.
The former Seaford player hammered his shot into the top corner from the right-hand side of the box.
Eighteen-year-old Eli Masterson grabbed the first of his hat-trick when he tried to outdo Hawkins with an
Friday 19 May, 8.30pm:
Skye Utd v Doncaster Rovers, Skye Recreation Reserve
Berwick City v Frankston Pines, Jack Thomas Reserve
Noble Park v Baxter, Norman Luth Reserve
Saturday 20 May, 3pm:
Mornington v Collingwood City, Dallas Brooks Park
Knox City v Peninsula Strikers, Egan Lee Reserve
Somerville Eagles v Chelsea, Tyabb Central Reserve
Mount Martha v Mentone, Civic Reserve
Seaford Utd v Aspendale, North Seaford Reserve
Mount Eliza v Hampton Park Utd, Emil Madsen Reserve
Saturday 20 May, 6.30pm: Rosebud v Bunyip District, Olympic Park
Monday 22 May, 8.15pm: Kingston City v Langwarrin, The Grange Reserve
