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Students sweep into action

“Students will often just come and collect the buckets, tongs and gloves and spend some time at recess and lunch collecting rubbish,” Balnarring Primary School teacher Melanie Brooks said.

Every Friday the school’s Balnarring Blitz crew also “look at what needs to be done around the school; we’ve put in our own drainage, we’ve ordered soil, and we created garden beds,” she said.

“They take huge pride in it.”

HAYDEN, Steel, Eddy, Principal Beth Jackson, Charlotte, Georgia.

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Councillors decided as count comes to end

Cameron McCullough cameron@mpnews.com.au

All 11 wards that make up the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council have now been decided.

Already declared last week were Kate Roper in Beek Beek Ward, Anthony Marsh in Briars Ward, Stephen Batty in Kackeraboite Ward, and Bruce Ranken in Moorooduc Ward

Last Friday (8 November), prefer-

ences were distributed for a further five wards where no single candidate polled greater than fifty percent of the primary votes.

That resulted in the declaration of Max Patton in Benbenjie Ward, Patrick Binyon in Brokil Ward, David Gill in Coolart Ward, Paul Pingiaro in Tanti Ward and Cam Williams in Tootgarook Ward

On Monday (11 November), the final round of preference distribution

resulted in the declaration of Andrea Allen in Nepean Ward and Michael Stephens in Warrangine Ward

A notable absence from the elected representatives is Antonella Celi, who bows out of council after losing Tootgarook Ward to Williams.

Celi served as a councillor for over fourteen years, including stints as mayor and deputy mayor.

Another notable absence is balanced gender representation with

only two female councillors elected across the 11 wards.

This is at odds with the last council where seven of the 11 representatives were women.

In other developments, newly elected councillor for Kackeraboite, Stephen Batty, told The News he had resigned his Liberal Party role as chairman of the Dunkley electorate.

Batty would not elaborate, but said there were “a number of reasons” for

his departure, but that his “number one priority is to represent the people of the peninsula and ensure that council concentrates on local issues.”

Also notable is the number of new councillors, with only three of the 11 newly elected councillors having served in the last council.

Councillors will be sworn in at the council meeting on Tuesday 19 November.

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A SOMERVILLE woman has been granted a two-year personal safety intervention order protecting her from a Somerville businessman who she says stalked and harassed her.

The order was issued at the Frankston Magistrates’ Court on 7 November, which heard the victim endured months of persistent harassment including derogatory behaviour, sexually demeaning behaviour, repeated visits to her workplace, and physical intimidation.

The man whom the order was made against, Jamie (Jay) Scicluna, is the founder and editor of the Somerville Times and Peninsula Local community newspapers. The Magistrate found that Scicluna had referred to the victim as a “c**t”, that he stated he was “out for blood” and “won’t stop until he destroys her.”

The court heard that Scicluna’s intimidatory conduct began after he made a social media post earlier this year about a “violent incident” that occurred between himself and employees at a car wreckers. The victim posted a comment after noticing that a child was present during the incident.

From this point the victim alleged that Scicluna became “quite aggressive in the way that he spoke about me”, which included an online video that “alluded to the fact that he had seven people stalking me on social media”.

The victim told the court she felt “quite alarmed” and that “he was really quite unhinged”.

“I felt a little freaked out by some

of the things [associates] were saying [from conversations with Scicluna],” the victim told the court.

The victim said she had no prior contact with Scicluna, except for one occasion about two years ago when he came into her workplace for a brief conversation and to drop off some business cards. “I haven’t had any dealings with him in a professional capacity at all,” she told the court.

The victim alleged Scicluna’s behaviour continued to escalate including allegedly driving past her workplace regularly, and on many occasions, “a window would be down, and you

could see him staring”, in what she described as “intimidating behaviour”.

On one occasion in April when the victim was visiting the Somerville shops, she alleged Scicluna “was sitting right next to my car with the window down next to me”, which left her shaking.

One associate also told her that Scicluna had allegedly “bragged about a petition” that he had circulated among parents at a school, which he sought signatures claiming the victim was a bully.

By this stage, the victim said he was “not going away’”. The victim also

said she felt “quite bullied and threatened” by an email he sent her claiming she defamed him on social media.

This allegedly occurred after Scicluna posted a message on social media encouraging the community to submit story ideas. The victim said she posted that she had a “story I’d like to share” because she wanted to “call him out for his behaviour” as “I was really upset and probably quite angry”.

The victim also told the court that Scicluna had spread false rumours that she had produced content for an adult website.

In April, the victim made an application for an interim personal safety intervention order against Scicluna.

This was granted on 26 April.

Scicluna, however, breached the order after the victim saw him standing outside her workplace on June 21. She called police and the matter was heard in October where Scicluna was handed a 12-month diversion order.

The victim told the court that Scicluna’s behaviour had a profound impact on her and that she was too afraid to even go to the shops.

“I’ve never felt as anxious as I have probably since February this year,” she told the court, which was compounded by her belief that Scicluna was in possession of guns.

“I probably thought about that every single day... that he could have a firearm,” she said.

“I’ve been stressed, I haven’t slept properly... it’s affected my work a lot.”

Magistrate Charles Tan said he was satisfied on the “balance of probabilities” that Scicluna had “committed prohibited behaviour against the

affected person” and was “likely to continue to do so again”.

“The evidence I have heard today has concerned me in relation to Mr Scicluna’s behaviour towards [the victim], comments such as ‘out for blood’ and ‘won’t stop until he destroys her’ and just the incessant behaviour does cause me to have concerns for [the victim’s] safety,” he said.

“The respondent’s prohibitive behaviour would cause a reasonable person to fear for his or her safety,” he told the court, adding Scicluna’s course of conduct was “demeaning, derogatory and also intimidating”.

Magistrate Tan noted Scicluna was not present during the hearing initially claiming “car troubles” had prevented his attendance, and later that he was unable to attend due to having to attend a VCAT hearing later the same day.

The personal safety intervention order remains in place for two years. It prohibits Scicluna from going within five metres of the victim, or communicating or publishing any information about her on the internet. It states that he must not stalk her, and must not get another person to do anything that is prohibited in the order, among other conditions.

The Magistrate also issued a Firearm Prohibition Order against Scicluna prohibiting him from “acquiring, possessing, or carrying a firearm or firearm related item”. The order was that any firearms authority held by Scicluna be cancelled and any firearms in his possession be handed in to police immediately.

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Call for railway station renewal hosed down

Cameron McCullough cameron@mpnews.com.au

HASTINGS’ stalwart Brian Stahl has called on the state government to take action to remedy the “deplorable state” of the Hastings railway station.

In a letter to Hastings MP Paul Mercurio, Stahl said “As a significant public transport arrival point it leaves a lot to be desired”.

“Surely this is not an acceptable situation and certainly not a welcoming place for those who regularly use the station or visit Hastings for the first time by public transport.

“On behalf of our community I appeal to have this unacceptable situation dealt with promptly and properly maintained in the future.”

Nearly all stations along the Frankston line have been rebuilt, but along the Stony Point line, infrastructure has been left untouched.

Stahl pointed out to Mercurio that during the years of Hastings Neighbourhood Renewal (2005 – 2013) the Western Port Warriors Football team painted the building, and effort was put in to using the vacant building onsite for a community enterprise.

On the 125th anniversary of the railway coming to Hastings the ward councillor at the time, David Garnock, arranged for planter boxes to be installed, along with trees placed along the fence of the railway house.

“The planter boxes stand empty, and the vegetation along the fence is overgrown now. Nothing has been done to maintain and beautify the area,” said Stahl.

“And that’s not even mentioning the dilapidated state of the roadway. It is full of potholes and completely lacking in any form of maintenance.”

Mercurio did not reply to a request for comment, but his office did forward an email also received by The News from Metro Trains stating “All rail stations across the metropolitan network are cleaned daily, and we run a comprehensive schedule of cleaning works - including pressure wash-

ing platforms - conducted every two months.”

The email also stated Hastings Station would be “deep cleaned in the week commencing 10 November”.

“I think this tells us everything we needed to know,” said Stahl.

“The infrastructure is crumbling, and all the state government will offer is a pressure wash.”

“Maybe it is time for the community to take matters into their own hands

BRIAN Stahl has called for the renewal of Hastings Railway Station. Picture: Cameron McCullough

Free bus proposal

A VICTORIAN MP says that free bus services in the south-east suburbs of Melbourne would help ease cost-ofliving pressures.

Rachel Payne, the Legalise Cannabis Party’s MP for the South-Eastern Metropolitan region, says “by making buses free – at least for a year – the government is helping people in a cost-ofliving crisis and ensuring this service is actually used.”

“Infrastructure Victoria has found every $1 reduction in bus fares boosts customer numbers by almost 20 percent – one full bus can take 50 cars off the road. Buses are the key to getting people to leave their cars at home in the south-east,” she said.

“Eight out of 10 Victorians live just a short walk to a bus stop, but one in three has never got on a local bus. I’m calling for buses to be free and frequent with more direct services, especially in the south-east and the outer lying suburbs.”

Payne plans to bring a proposal to investigate a 12-month trial of free buses to Victorian parliament on 13 November.

Beach cleaning

once again. The Hastings railway precinct is a huge tract of land that could offer so much to the community. The vacant land could be planted out into parkland or a community garden. The building could be repurposed for community use, and the area could be beautified to show the pride we have in our town.”

“Once again, when it comes to Hastings, our only options are do either do it ourselves, or leave it undone.”

BEACH Patrol will be carrying out two beach cleans in Mornington. Mothers Beach will be cleaned on Sunday 24 November, and Mills Beach will be cleaned on Sunday 29 December.

Both cleans kick off at 9.30am, and they ask voluntters to wear suitable clothing. Beach Patrol supply the cleaning gear.

More information at: beachpatrol. com.au

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Changing the way we think about caring for our elderly

Cameron McCullough cameron@mpnews.com.au

FORMER United Nations secretarygeneral Kofi Annan once described the rise of the aged in society as a “silent revolution” with the UN saying “population ageing is poised to become one of the most significant social transformations of the twentyfirst century”.

Since the end of the Second World War, Australian life expectancy has risen from an average of 67 years to 83 years currently. The fast and vast growth of essentially a new cohort in our society has left our governments scrambling to catch up.

Two recent domestic issues; the covid pandemic, and the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety have uncovered severe shortcomings in our dealing with the aged. The elderly were disproportionately affected by the pandemic, both through higher mortality rates and, paradoxically, through government policy adopted to keep them safe from infection, leading to a rise in social isolation.

It has been stated that the adverse outcomes, medically and socially, were not due to natural frailty of the aged, but due to pre-existing gaps in protections that covid solely made more visible.

Beginning before the pandemic, but running concurrently with it, the Royal Commission was born from substandard aged care practices.

‘Care, dignity and respect’ were the catchcries from the final report.

There has been a general movement away from the ‘practical framework’ approach of the 1997 Aged Care Act towards a framework that protects “safety, health, well-being and quality of life”. A new “rights based”

Aged Care Act is being developed, superseding the previous Act whose shortcomings were revealed in the Royal Commission.

These developments have repositioned the aged as active rights-holders, and not just passive beneficiaries of care or a “burden on society”.

Centre to this, is the requirement to

rethink how we care for the aged in our society to both enable them to live fulfilling and independent lives.

General practitioner Dr Floyd Gomes believes the answer is embracing a framework that allows the aged to remain in their homes longer and offer them the support they need both practically and medically.

“Our current fragmented system’s failure to integrate health and home care services is leaving many old people confused and stopping them from getting the most benefit,” said Gomes.

“As we age, our need for a help-

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“Health care is inextricably linked to the aged, and it is essentially that it is integrated into their daily lives,” said Gomes.

To cater for this growing need, Gomes has established Mark & Sylvie’s Home Care, to bring together health and home care. The service is named after his parents Mark and Sylvia Gomes and is a provider of

government funded home care packages.

“My parents’ lives were dominated by the sole mission of raising their four children to the best of their ability and creating a better future for them,” said Gomes.

“Our home was filled with food, flowers, banter and a pioneering spirit. Sadly, they both died at a relatively young age, before really getting a chance to see out their retirement, at home, together.

“This company is named in honour and remembrance of them. Through Mark & Sylvie’s Home Care, we will enable elderly people to live fuller, safer lives at home. We aspire to deliver services at a standard that my parents would be proud of and would have wanted for themselves.”

While a new rights-based Aged Care Act is on the way, Gomes told The News we must accept the rights of the elderly are often best served not just in best-practice aged care facilities, but by enabling them to live with independence and dignity.

“Effective combination of home help and medical services stops the disconnect that currently prevents the elderly from living independently, and prematurely sees them going into care.

“This way, we allow them to have the kind of independent and fulfilling life I would want for my own parents,” said Gomes.

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Work starts on animal shelter and pound revamp

Brendan Rees brendan@mpnews.com.au

THE community animal shelter and animal pound in Mornington is set for a $6 million revamp, with work under way to deliver new animal kennels and ancillary buildings.

The project will redevelop the existing shelter at 130 Watt Rd, with works scheduled for completion by September 2025.

“This refurbishment will ensure the shelter meets the highest standards of care, providing a comfortable and stress-free environment for all animals in our care,” the Mornington Peninsula Shire’s community safety, health and compliance manager Dale Gilliatte said.

Works began this month with the current shelter to stay open as usual during the renovation.

The council awarded a tender to Devco Project and Construction Management Pty Ltd in July to carry out the project including new animal kennels and associated ancillary buildings, which would include a new entry road, carpark and site works at the existing shelter.

According to the shire, “the existing community animal shelter does not meet the code of practice for the management of dogs and cats in shelters and pounds and legislation as set out by the Domestic Animals Act 1994”.

“The Mornington Peninsula Shire Council is refurbishing to meet standards and provide a comfortable and stress-free environment for all animals, big and small.”

Features of the refurbishment also include a new community-focused adoption space designed with “comfort and connection in mind”, while a new fully equipped cat isolation room will provide a safe and comfortable environment for sick or infectious felines to recover, while also protecting other cats.

“Guinea pigs, ferrets, and rabbits will soon be settling into brand new, spacious condos designed with their unique needs in mind,” the shire said.

“These upgraded habitats offer ample space for play, exploration, and social interaction, promoting the well-being and happiness of our pocket-sized friends.”

The new canine housing pens will “prioritise the physical and psychological well-being of our canine residents throughout their stay”.

“Our commitment to animal welfare extends

to every resident, no matter how small,” the shire said.

The last time the shelter was upgraded was when a new cattery was opened in 2018.

It currently costs the council about $1.2 million a year to run the animal shelter.

The council confirmed that revenue generated through its annual animal management (including pet registrations) was spent on the shire’s annual capital works program, including $1.8 million allocated to the community animal shelter redevelopment project.

The council noted it would consider a foster adoption program next year. Mornington resident and animal welfare advocate Rosy Fischer has been critical of the shire for not introducing this program years ago, arguing it would save the lives of animals.

“Pound environments can have a negative impact on some animals due to being locked in a cage for many hours, strange noises, smells, lots of other animals, minimal human contact and the greater possibility of contracting diseases,” she told The News

“Lost Dogs Home and RSPCA have foster care programs in place, so why not Mornington Peninsula community animal shelter?”

According to the latest data from Animal Welfare Victoria, from 1 July to 31 December 2023, 48 cats and 13 dogs were euthanised at the community animal shelter and pound.

In the same period, 79 cats were rehomed with 38 transferred and 20 reclaimed, while 42 dogs were rehomed and 158 reclaimed.

Fischer said she wants to see more progres-

sive policies introduced including seeing fewer animals euthanised, introducing foster programs, volunteers to help at the shelter, subsidised pet-desexing for Centrelink recipients, and opening the shelter without appointments.

She also said there was no community consultation relating to the opening hours being reduced on weekends, nor the appointment only strategy, which she believed was a costsaving measure.

“To adopt, you have to apply online, as they don’t allow walk-ins. You have to fill out a four-page adoption application based on a photo and brief description of the pet, without ever having met the pet.”

When asked why the shelter’s opening hours were reduced on Saturdays (10am-1pm) and closed Sundays, the shire said, “this was an operational decision taken to balance the welfare of staff, the animals and our community”, which Fischer said “made no sense; it’s just about money”.

However, it said animal attendants were onsite every day with pens cleaned and animals fed daily.

In relation to why the shelter was open to the public by appointment only, which was introduced after Covid, the council said, “staff need to be available to vet every prospective new owner”.

“We need to ensure the animal will go to a good home and will be well cared for. Having appointment times ensures we are able to make sure a staff member is available for each appointment,” it stated.

Fischer said she was “very concerned” as to why volunteers were no longer accepted, which the council said was “an operational decision taken a number of years ago”.

“Volunteers save shelters money, by reducing the number of paid staff required, which would increase the profits made by this shelter,” Fischer said.

“Some volunteers may not be able to afford a pet or have the right environment for a pet, so volunteering gives them the opportunity to interact with pets and provide them with love and affection.

“I was a volunteer at Mornington pound for one year and reported issues of concern relating to the code of practice for the management of dogs and cats in pounds and shelters and was banned from the facility as a result.”

A Mornington resident, who has years of experience in the animal welfare industry, said she was disappointed the shelter did not accept volunteers when she applied in August 2022.

“Money didn’t seem to be an issue when I asked to volunteer there,” she said. She and Fischer also said information in some of the adoption profiles of animals posted online were “appalling” and “would be best left to in-person discussion with potential people adopting”.

RENDERS of the refurbished animal shelter in Mornington. Pictures: Supplied

ANIMAL welfare advocate Rosy Fischer hopes changes can be made at the shelter including introducing an animal foster program.

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Calls for boardwalk fix as shire proposes options

Brendan Rees brendan@mpnews.com.au

MOUNT Martha Rotary Club is spearheading a renewed effort to restore a vital section of the Balcombe Creek Estuary boardwalk after it was partly closed two years ago.

Part of the boardwalk, near Nepean Hwy and Uralla Rd in Mt Martha, was significantly damaged after an intense storm hit the peninsula in November 2022, causing Balcombe Creek to flood.

This caused the wooden boardwalk’s structure to collapse and break, making it unsafe for public use.

The boardwalk, which has a network of walking trails spanning 3.5km through the scenic estuary, was built by the Mount Martha Rotary Club in the 1990s, with the Mornington Peninsula Shire being the responsible authority for managing it.

Rotary president Anne Shaw said the boardwalk was a valuable community space and called for it to be repaired to its former condition as a matter of priority.

“The community has to be empowered again to be able to help with these kinds of projects, whether it be the Rotary Club or local builders,” she said.

“It’s time to get rid of some of the stupid red tape that exists at the moment. The boardwalk is a seriously important thing to people in Mt Martha.”

The shire confirmed with The News that it had proposed three options to fix the boardwalk.

The first option would be a “replacement like-for-like” in its current location, but for it to be flood-proof, it would mean installing “significant footings” larger than what was in place previously, and “notable vegetation removal”.

A second proposal see a “partial like-for-like” delivering a boardwalk that is partially in the original location and partially running along the tree line between the creek and Briars entry road, while a third option would involve a new pathway outside of the creek.

“The final option might have the

least impact on the natural environment and cultural heritage as the proposed path runs through the pastureland alongside The Briars’ entry road,” the council said.

“This path would be located closer to the vehicle entry. This would hopefully help reduce the number of visitors who enter through the main

car gate on foot, which is a safety concern.”

Speaking of the delays it had faced, the shire said, “Given the complexity of the site, we engaged experts to do a thorough evaluation on a boardwalk replacement”.

“With the environmental and cultural heritage sensitivities of the area, plus the need to ensure future infrastructure can withstand extreme weather, the experts have recommended three options for rebuilding the path.”

The shire would also need to consult with Melbourne Water and the Bunurong Land Council, which would determine if the shire needed to undertake a flora and fauna study, and whether it needs to develop a cultural heritage management plan.

“These potential requirements and the community’s feedback will be considered by council when it makes its final decision on which boardwalk option to implement.”

Community consultation will begin soon.

MOUNT Martha Rotary Club members want to see action to fix the Balcombe Creek Estuary boardwalk. Picture: Yanni

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Schools get cash injection

FOUR schools across the peninsula will share in a pool of state government funding to help support vital maintenance and upgrade works.

Education Minister Ben Carroll announced that 78 schools across the state would share in over $21 million of funding from the planned maintenance program to undertake maintenance projects.

Recipients included Dromana Secondary College ($414,013.69), Rosebud Primary School ($283,707.47), Somerville Secondary College ($73,522.65), and Tyabb Primary School ($488,374.34).

Mount Eliza North Primary School was allocated $325,018.79 while Mount Eliza Secondary College received $295,951.62.

The program, which announces funding monthly, allows schools to undertake maintenance work in classrooms and other school

buildings, such as fixing roofs and replacing windows, painting, and resurfacing floors, as well as some external works like improving pathways.

“Works are determined by a rolling facilities evaluation process, which provides up-to-date information on the condition of schools to create a faster and more targeted allocation of funding,” the state government said.

Carroll said the funding ensured “every single classroom is safe, engaging, and will complement the top-class education we are committed to providing”.

“From a fresh coat of paint in classrooms to ensuring crucial emergency shelters are in good condition, this latest maintenance blitz will ensure all Victorian students have safe and modern learning spaces.”

Flinders Art Show returns with gusto

THE Flinders Community Art Show has made a triumphant return, delighting art lovers and the community alike after a four-year hiatus.

Held over the weekend of 2-3 November at the new Flinders Civic Hall, the event showcased close to 400 works from local artists and sculptors.

The art show’s committee member Mary Iles said they were thrilled with the turnout with the opening night being a sell-out.

“It was a wonderful fundraising event, hundreds of people attended; we were closing the doors at 4pm on Sunday and we still had people coming in,” she said.

“Visitors were admiring the new hall and viewing all the artworks on display.”

More importantly, Iles said many artworks were sold and that final proceeds will be going back into the community with this year’s exhibition supporting Southern Peninsula Community Support, Southern Peninsula Food for All, and Westernport Community Support.

Dunja Rmandic, the new director of the Morning Peninsula Regional Gallery, was this year’s judge. The winning artwork created by Dominic White evoked many comments and was admired by all.

Iles said the organisers want to ensure the event continues to grow and inspire the community.

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THE Flinders Community Art Show attracted bumper crowds. Picture: Gary Sissons

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3 bed, 2 bat H , 4 car

Make all your acreage dreams come true in this 3-bedroom steel frame blank canvas, showcasing exceptional space and several welcome outbuildings across approximately 2.1 acres in one of Bittern’s most convenient country lanes. Majestic gum trees echo with native bird life around plenty of shedding,

headlined by a 4-car carport and workshop, and a self-contained country-style bungalow, perfect for teenage/in-law accommodation in a unique natural setting. Rest and relax or roll up your sleeves to create a dream acreage lifestyle, just moments from Bittern Fields Shopping Centre, Bittern Station, and Hastings.

$1,100,000 - $1,200,000 - a uction: 7t H d ecember 2024 at 11:00am

Tranquil retreat with Bay views

EXPERIENCE the perfect blend of lifestyle, serenity, and convenience in one of Mount Martha’s most desirable locations. This beautifully renovated, resort-style home offers stunning interiors and highend finishes, set against the backdrop of breathtaking bay views. Surrounded by the tranquil presence of natural gum trees, the home is elevated and entirely private. The design features spacious open-plan living and dining areas on the first floor,

HOME ESSENTIALS

enhanced by custom storage and a cozy wood-burning fireplace for winter warmth. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, equipped with top-quality appliances, including an integrated Liebherr fridge/freezer. It flows seamlessly to the north-facing sun deck, which includes a built-in gas BBQ kitchen and pizza oven—ideal for relaxed entertaining. You can watch the kids enjoy the heated pool from above or join them poolside under the shade of the magnificent gum

tree, illuminated by LED lights for the perfect evening ambiance. The upper level features a luxurious main suite with a lavish ensuite, a freestanding bath, and walk-through robes. Downstairs, there are two additional bedrooms with built-in robes and desks, along with a stylish family bathroom. The property also includes two study nooks across two levels, a powder room, a lowerlevel kids’ living area, and a full-sized laundry. Additional features include extensive custom

ADDRESS: 94 Glenisla Drive, Mount Martha FOR SALE: $1,895,000- $1,995,000 DESCRIPTION: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, 813m²

AGENT: Candice Blanch - 0447 188 469, Homes & Acreage, 1A/3000 Frankston Flinders Road, Balnarring, 1300 077 557

storage, an HRV ventilation system, split system AC, quality carpets, Spotted Gum timber flooring, vegetable gardens, and a converted garage currently used as a kids’ rumpus room with heating/AC and storage. The garage can easily be reverted to its original use or utilised for ample off-street parking. The home is just a short stroll from South Beach, Mount Martha Primary School, Balcombe Grammar, and Mount Martha Village.n

Exceptional design for modern families

Enveloped by enchanting gardens that exude a sophisticated coastal charm, this exquisite lifestyle retreat is a sanctuary of contemporary design and luxurious indulgence.

Nestled in one of Frankston South’s highlysought pockets, it spans approximately 2,690sqm of private paradise, showcasing an impressive array of custom craftsmanship and high-grade amenities.

Gracefully embracing the flow of natural light through its rear northern orientation,

ESSENTIALS

this five-bedroom home presents an airy ambiance with lofty ceilings and expansive proportions that inspire awe.

Meticulously curated interiors harmoniously merge the enduring elegance of Moore River Limestone with the rich allure of hand-nailed hardwood floors, as families are welcomed into three distinct living zones. The sundrenched dining area radiates a welcoming glow, while the kitchen is a true masterpiece, boasting a butler’s pantry, a freestanding

cooker, and stunning stone countertops.

Large stacker doors open wide to a starcrowned alfresco with water feature, where established gardens blend with a dedicated fire pit, large rear shed, private sauna, and an above-ground spa. Pampering parents with their own private space, the master retreat features a fully-fitted walk-in robe, large ensuite, retreat/nursery area, and private balcony, with three additional bedrooms, a

dedicated study, main bathroom and powder room, meeting all other family requirements.

Supported by gas ducted heating, splitsystem air conditioning, a wood heater, a triple garage with additional storage space, and secure boat/caravan parking with separate entry, this unique DPSZ home sits moments from the Humphries Road Top Shops, Paratea Preschool, Mount Eliza Village, Frankston’s major retail and convenient freeway access.n

ADDRESS: 289 Humphries Road, Frankston South FOR SALE: $1,850,000 - $2,000,000 DESCRIPTION: 5 bed, 2 bath, 3 car, 2693 sqm (approx.)

AGENT: Vicki Sayers, RT Edgar, 0410 416 987, 82 Mt Eliza Way, Mount Eliza, (03) 9776 3369

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The Guide

TOP PICKS OF THE WEEK

SATURDAY

FRIDAY

JAMIE OLIVER: FAST & SIMPLE

TEN, 7.30pm

Jamie Oliver (pictured) is so keen to make cooking as easy and fuss-free as possible that it wouldn’t be surprising if the affable chef released a series where he whips up delicious meals without a single dish, tool or appliance – perhaps even a meal that cleans the dishes for you? Oliver’s passion for making our lives both healthier and simpler is clear: this new entry shows us how to save time in the kitchen on weekdays with some clever tricks, batch recipes and pantry essentials to keep on hand.

COUNTDOWN 50 YEARS ON

ABC TV, 7.30pm

Do yourself a favour – make a date with the couch for this Countdown anniversary celebration – 50 years after Molly Meldrum’s live music show that changed Australia’s recording industry forever premiered in 1974. Spicks and Specks favourite Myf Warhurst and ABC regular Tony Armstrong take on hosting duties tonight, joined by Countdown heavy hitters including Daryl Braithwaite, Marcia Hines, Kate Ceberano and Ross Wilson. You won’t want to miss it.

SATURDAY

MOVIE: ENCANTO (2021)

TEN, 6.30pm

Packed with catchy tunes crafted by Hamilton scribe Lin-Manuel Miranda, this animated Disney musical blooms with colour and captivating Colombian flair as it tells the story of matriarch Abuela (voice of María Cecilia Botero) and her exceptional descendants. Their enchanted home, Casita, grants each of them a magical gift as youngsters –that is, all except 15-year-old Mirabel (pictured, Brooklyn NineNine’s Stephanie Beatriz). While her older sisters can make roses flower and have superhuman strength, Mirabel is the black sheep of the Madrigals. A welcome change from the traditional Disney princess tales, Encanto casts a spell.

SUNDAY A

REMARKABLE

PLACE TO DIE

NINE, 8pm

Logie-winning actress Chelsie Preston Crayford (pictured, Underbelly: Razor) plays homicide detective Anaís Mallory, who leaves a stellar career in Sydney to move back home to Queenstown – a remarkable place with which she has a complicated history. Anaís is determined to unravel the mystery of the deaths of her father and sister – a task complicated by her fraught relationship with her mother Veronica (Rebecca Gibney). Amid breathtaking scenery, Anaís and her team solve a series of intriguing cases.

(PGd, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG) 8.30 Japan: World’s Most Punctual Train: From Osaka To The South Of Japan. (PG, R) Part 2 of 2. 9.25 Paris Has Fallen. (M) Pearce’s plan is in motion.

10.20 SBS World News Late. 10.50 Miniseries: The Typist. (Mav, R) 11.55 Faking Hitler. (Mln, R) 2.40 Paddington Station 24/7. (PG, R) 3.30 The Autistic Gardener. (R) 4.25 Peer To Peer. (PGa, R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

8.00 Highway Patrol. (PGadl) Drugs prove a problem for a driver. 8.30 Australia’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (MA15+av) Explores what life behind bars is like for prisoners Leslie Camilleri, Brett Cowan and Judy Moran.

9.30 Body In The Bin: Murder Of Louise Kam. (Madv) A look at the murder of Louise Kam.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00

Friday, November 15

ABC (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Planet America. (R) 10.30

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I Was Actually There. (PG, R) 11.00 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Shetland. (Mlv, R) 2.00 Plum. (Madl, R) 3.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. (R) 3.30 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.15 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 7.50 Soccer. 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier. Venezuela v Brazil. 10.00 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, R) 10.50 Our Coast. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces. (PG, R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 Plat Du Tour. 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Wonders Of Scotland. (PG, R) 4.30 Jeopardy! (R) 4.55 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.25 Mastermind Aust. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: A Date With Danger. (2021, Mav, R)

6.00 A Bite To Eat

further disaster.

9.30 Fisk. (PG, R) Helen and Roz are forced to relocate.

10.00 Question Everything. (R)

10.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 11.05 ABC Late News.

11.20 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R)

The Space Shuttle That Fell To Earth. (PG, R) 1.05 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s

Programs. 6.40pm Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Strange Chores. 8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? 8.25 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Doctor Who. 10.45 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Thanks For All The Fish. 2.00 Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 3.35 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 4.05 Cities Of Gold. 4.35 Motown Magic. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 NITV News: Nula. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 Black As. 6.40 Kenya Wildlife Diaries. 7.30 MOVIE: Inkheart. (2008, PG) 9.25 MOVIE: Sione’s Wedding. (2006, M) 11.10 Late Programs. NITV (34)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Lost Treasures Of Ancient Rome: Nero’s Lost Wonders. (Mav)

8.30 Castle Secrets: Inspiring A Monster, A Death Ritual, Reaching Da Vinci. A castle in ruins provides inspiration.

9.25 Kennedy: Into The Political Jungle (1946-1956) JFK begins a career in politics.

10.15 SBS World News Late.

10.45 The Lesson. (Mal) 12.25 The Wall: The Chateau Murder. (Mav, R) 2.55 Inside The Modelling Agency. (R) 3.50 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Melissa King explores The Calyx. 8.30 Growing Home With Jamie Durie: The Big Reveal. (Final, PG) Landscape designer Jamie Durie reveals his eco-masterpiece.

9.30 Murder In The Goldfields. (Madv, R) Caroline Overington investigates three murders in the sparse desert of the Western Australian Goldfields. 11.30 GetOn Extra.

12.00 Taken. (Mav, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.

6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Left Off The Map. 9.30

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6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 David Attenborough’s Planet Earth III: Forests. (PGa, R) Narrated by Sir David Attenborough.

8.40 MOVIE: Spencer. (2021, Mal) Diana Spencer, struggling with mental-health problems, decides to end her marriage to Prince Charles. Kristen Stewart, Timothy Spall, Jack Farthing.

11.00 Inside Beverly Hills. (PGm)

11.50 MOVIE: Dancing Through Christmas. (2021, PGa, R)

1.35 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

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

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6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Jamie Oliver: Fast & Simple. Presented by Jamie Oliver. 8.30 Matlock. (PGa, R) Matty settles into her new role at Jacobson Moore. Olympia takes on a lawsuit involving a developmentally delayed teenager. 9.30 NCIS. (Mad, R) As NCIS mourns the loss of Ducky, the agents find comfort in working on one of his unfinished cases. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 The Project. (R) 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 2.05pm Tiny Beautiful Things. 2.40 Larping Saved My Life. 3.10 Planet A. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.35 The Fast History Of Toys. 5.55 The Complete Taylor Swift Story. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.30 News. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 A League Of Their Own Road Trip: SE Asia. 9.25 Secrets Of Miss America. 10.15 Homeland. 12.05am Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am The Bridge On The River Kwai. Continued. (1957, PG)

8.00 The Man Who Knew Infinity. (2015, PG) 10.00 Police. (2020, M, French) 11.50 The Big Blue. (1988, M, French) 3pm Spitfire. (2018, PG) 4.55 Limelight. (1952, PG) 7.25 U-96, The True Story Of Das Boot. 8.30 Hamburger Hill. (1987, MA15+) 10.35 The Long Good Friday. (1980, MA15+) 12.40am Late Programs.

Saturday, November 16

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Shakespeare And Hathaway: Christmas Special. (PG, R) 1.25 Grantchester. (Final, Mv, R) 2.30 Question Everything. (R) 3.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 3.30 River. (PGa, R) 4.40 Classic Countdown Extras. (PG, R) 5.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 5.30 Landline. (R)

6.00 Australian Story: Comeback – Shayna Jack. (R) Leigh Sales chats with Shayna Jack.

6.30 Back Roads: Evandale, Tasmania. (Final, R) Heather Ewart visits Evandale.

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

7.30 Countdown 50 Years On. Myf Warhurst and Tony Armstrong celebrate the 50th anniversary of Countdown

9.05 Midnight Oil: The Hardest Line. (Ml, R) Chronicles the extraordinary journey of the iconic Australian rock band, Midnight Oil. 10.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Music video clips.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.05 Governor Macquarie’s Silent Witness. (PG, R) 9.20 Growing A Greener World. (R) 10.20 Ageless Gardens. (PG) 10.50 Soccer. 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier. Uruguay v Colombia. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Figure Skating. ISU Figure Skating. Grand Prix 4. Highlights. 4.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 4.40 Ancient Egypt By Train. (R) 5.35 Forgotten Frontlines. (PGa, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces. (Return) Stories from behind palace walls.

8.25 The Cotswolds With Pam Ayres: Cotswold Wildlife Park. (R) Part 4 of 4. 9.15 Treasures Of India With Bettany Hughes: The South. (R) Part 2 of 2. 10.10 So Long, Marianne. (Mals) 11.10 Paris Paris. (PGals, R)

12.05 Hope. (Madlv, R) 2.20 Face To Face. (Ma, R) 4.15 Peer To Peer. (PG, R) 4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Gossip

2.00 La Brea. 3.00 The Golden Girls. 3.30 The Nanny. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Golden Girls. 6.30 The Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE:

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Hunter Race Day and Caulfield Thousand.

3.00 To Be Advised. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) A passenger is concealing something in her luggage.

7.30 MOVIE: The Sound Of Music. (1965, G, R) A woman becomes governess to an Austrian family. Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer.

11.10 MOVIE: Last Night In Soho. (2021, MA15+alv, R) A fashion student travels back in time. Anya Taylor-Joy. 1.35 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 12. Adelaide 500. Day 1. Highlights.

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Larry The Wonder Pup. (R)

5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)

6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Surfing Australia TV. (PGl) 12.30 Our State On A Plate. (PG, R) 1.00 Great Australian Detour. (R) 1.30 My Way. (PGv, R) 2.00 20 Years Of Convoy. 3.00 David Attenborough’s Planet Earth III. (PG, R) 4.00 Helloworld. 4.30 The Garden Gurus. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. (PG) 6am Morning

6.00 9News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: Gladiator. (2000, Mav, R) A Roman general seeks revenge. Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix.

10.35 MOVIE: Conan The Barbarian. (2011, MA15+sv, R) A barbarian seeks revenge. Jason Momoa.

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

1.35 Surfing Australia TV. (PGl, R)

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) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6.30 MOVIE: Encanto. (2021, PGa) A magical family discovers it is in danger. Stephanie Beatriz, María Cecilia Botero. 8.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) From major news stories to entertainment and viral videos, presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

9.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mal, R) Follow two first responders as they help a patient in need of urgent care after an incident involving a car.

10.45 Shark Tank. (PGa, R) A panel is pitched inventions.

Ambulance UK. (Ma, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. 6am Morning Programs. 2.05pm Beyond Oak Island. 2.55 United We Drive. 3.20 Jungletown. 4.10 WorldWatch. 6.05 The Future With Hannah Fry. 6.35 The Secret Genius Of Modern Life. 7.35 Impossible Engineering. 8.30 Great Australian Concerts: Missy Higgins. 9.35 Great Australian Concerts: The Living End. 10.40 Fighter Pilot: The Real

Sunday, November 17

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 The World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Songs Of Praise. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 2.45 Nigella’s Christmas Kitchen. (R) 3.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.00 Restoration Australia. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 Grand Designs Australia. (R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG)

8.00 Fisk. (Ml) Ray has a big announcement.

8.30 Plum. (Mls) Plum is off alcohol and on the meds.

9.25 I Was Actually There: Woomera Detention Centre Breakout. (PG, R) A look at the Woomera detention centre protest.

9.55 You Can’t Ask That: Public Housing. (Madl, R)

10.55 Miniseries: Marriage. (Final, Ml, R) 11.55 Miniseries: Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? (Mav, R) 12.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.05 Australia

Remastered: Nature’s Great Divide. (R) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Welcome To My Farm. (PG, R) 10.00 FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. 11.30 Ageless Gardens. 12.00 APAC Weekly. 12.30 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 12.55 Plat Du Tour. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Plat Du Tour. 3.05 Such Was Life. (PGa, R) 3.15 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.05 Wonders Of Scotland. (R) 5.30 Forgotten Frontlines. (PGav, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Venice From Above: City On Water. Explores Venice from the air. 9.45 JFK Revisited: Through The Looking Glass. (Mav, R) Re-examines the assassination of President John F. Kennedy through recently declassified evidence.

11.50 Waterman: Duke –Ambassador Of Aloha. (PG, R)

1.35 Royal Autopsy. (MA15+s, R)

3.20 How To Get Fit Fast. (R)

4.15 Peer To Peer. (R)

4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)

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

SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 4.50pm Gardening Australia Junior. 5.00 Peppa Pig. 5.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 Interstellar Ella. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Ben And Holly. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 MOVIE: Nancy Drew. (2007, PG) 9.05 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.50 Speechless. 10.10 Doctor Who. 10.55 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

NITV (34)

2pm Rugby League. Murri Carnival. Replay. 3.00 Our Stories. 3.15 Black As. 3.20 Football. NTFL. Women’s. Under-18s. St Mary’s v Southern Districts. Replay. 4.40 MOVIE: Amazing Grace. (2018) 6.10 News. 6.20 Wild Mexico. 7.30 Great Lakes Wild. 8.30 Walkabout To Hollywood. 9.30 MOVIE: The Last Wave. (1977, PG) 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Be Our Guest! Behind The Scenes Of Beauty And The Beast: The Musical. (PG, R) 12.30 Border Security. (PG, R) 1.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 12. Adelaide 500. Day 2. Qualifying and support races. 3.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 12. Adelaide 500. Day 2. Pre-race and race.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.

8.35 Tsunami: The Wave That Shook The World. Documents the story of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami as told by survivors on its 20th anniversary.

10.35 Crime Investigation

Australia: Most Infamous: The Mornington Monster. (MA15+av, R) 11.45 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 12. Adelaide 500. Day 2. Highlights.

12.45 The Starter Wife. (Mas, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72)

6am Morning Programs.

6.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00

6.00 9News Sunday.

6.00 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.00 Dessert Masters. Hosted by Melissa Leong and Amaury Guichon. 8.00 The Graham Norton Show. (Mlv) Graham Norton is joined by guests including Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Saoirse Ronan and Eddie Redmayne. 9.10 FBI. (Mav) The sister of an FBI profiler is the victim of an attempted kidnapping and sexual assault. 10.10 FBI: International. (Mv) Tate embarks on an undercover mission. 11.10 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 1pm States Of Undress. 1.55 Jeopardy!

4.00 WorldWatch. 4.30 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 4.55 Lee Lin Chin’s Fashionista. 5.10 Shane Smith Has Questions. 6.05 Big Zuu’s 12 Dishes In 12 Hours. 6.40 Mysteries From Above. 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Disaster Autopsy. 9.25 Tokyo Vice. 11.35 Hoarders. 1.15am Late Programs.

6am Race. (2016, PG) 8.30 Phil Tippett: Mad Dreams And Monsters. (2019, PG) 10.05 The City Of Lost Children. (1995, M, French) 12.05pm While We’re Young. (2014, M) 2.00 The Last Wave. (1977, PG) 4.00 The Great Dictator. (1940, PG) 6.20 Flash Of Genius. (2008, PG) 8.30 Rendition. (2007, MA15+) 10.45 Mama, I’m Home. (2021, M, Russian) 12.45am Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs.

7.00 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.

8.00 A Remarkable Place To Die. (Premiere, Mlv) A detective returns to her home town where she cracks cases while confronting ghosts from her past.

10.00 9News Late.

10.30 See No Evil: The Man In The Cowboy Hat. (Mav) Documents the murder of Debra Novacluse.

11.30 The First 48: Jackpot. (Mav)

12.20 World’s Greatest Natural Icons: Wind. (R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 Destination WA. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

7.30 Leading The Way. 8.00 David Jeremiah. 8.30 Shopping. 9.00 Better Homes. 10.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 10.30 South Aussie With Cosi. 11.00 The Surgery Ship. Noon Golf. Men’s NSW Open. Final round. 5.00 Animal Rescue. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Rosemary & Thyme. 8.30 McDonald And Dodds. 10.30 Great Scenic Railway Journeys. 11.15 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs.

7.30 In Touch. 8.00 Beyond Today. 8.30 The Incredible Journey. 9.00 Turning Point. 9.30 TV Shop. 10.00 Thunderbirds. 10.30 My Favorite Martian. 11.00 Getaway. 11.30 MOVIE: The Small Back Room. (1949, PG) 1.40pm MOVIE: Geronimo. (1962, PG) 3.50 MOVIE: Run For The Sun. (1956, PG) 6.00 M*A*S*H. 8.00 Tennis. Billie Jean King Cup. Quarter-final. 2am Late Programs. 9GEM (92)

6am Children’s Programs. 12.30pm Basketball. WNBL. Southside Flyers v UC Capitals. 2.30 Motorway Cops: Catching Britain’s Speeders. 3.30 MOVIE: The Pink Panther. (2006, PG) 5.30 MOVIE: Agent Cody Banks. (2003, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Superman Returns. (2006, M) 10.45 MOVIE: The Brothers Grimsby. (2016, MA15+) 12.30am Gotham. 1.30 Love After Lockup. 3.00 Teen Titans Go! 3.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Storage Wars. Noon Fish’n

Family. (PG, R)

Grand Designs New Zealand. (R)

Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Destination Flavour Bitesize. (R) 9.05 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.05 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, R) 10.55 Secret Cities. (Mans, R) 11.55 Such Was Life. (R) 12.05 WorldWatch. 1.55 Dolly: The Sheep That Changed The World. (PGa, R) 3.05 Railway Vietnam. (PG, R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 The Supervet. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Into South America With Nick Knowles. (PGa) 8.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M) Hosted by Jimmy Carr.

9.25 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. (M) Hosted by Greg Davies.

10.05 Have I Got News For You U.S. (Mals)

(R)

11.00 SBS World News Late. 11.30 A Criminal Affair. (Mals) 1.10 Pray For Blood. (MA15+av, R) 3.00 Inside The Modelling Agency. (Ml, R) 3.55 Peer To Peer. (R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 My Kitchen Rules. (R) 1.35 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 2.05 Catch Phrase. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Harper fears for her unborn child.

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.

9.00 Murder In A Small Town. (Premiere, Mav) A detective moves to a quiet, coastal town only to encounter numerous murder mysteries.

10.30 S.W.A.T. (Mav) Hondo’s long-time friend asks for help.

11.30 The Latest: Seven News. 12.00 Lopez Vs. Lopez. (PGals) 12.30 Satisfaction. (MA15+as, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 A Remarkable Place To Die. (Mlv, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG)

Tipping Point. (PG, R)

9News Afternoon.

Tipping Point Australia. (PG)

6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 RBT. (Madl) A look at random breath-test patrols.

8.30 Murder Down Under: Bodies In The Barrels Pt 2.

9.30 A Killer Makes A Call: Lewis. (MA15+av) A look at the case of Dawn Lewis.

10.30 9News Late.

11.00 Chicago Med. (MA15+amv) 11.50 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 12.40 Pointless. (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 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Dessert Masters. (PGl) Hosted by Melissa Leong and Amaury Guichon. 8.40 Matlock. (PGals) Matty’s rusty trial skills are put to the test during a wrongful termination case. 9.40 Five Bedrooms. (Mls) Ainsley is stunned to learn from her stepmother that her father has died suddenly. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 The Project. (R)

6.25 Paddington. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Little Lunch. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 Matilda And The Ramsay Bunch. 9.00 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 9.30 Poh’s Kitchen. 9.55 Doctor Who. 10.40 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 6.05pm Kangaroo Beach. 6.20

Guide To Northern England. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.55 Adam Eats The 80s. 6.15 Curse Of Oak Island. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.30 News. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 MOVIE: James Blunt: One

Tuesday, November 19

ABC (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7) TEN (10) NINE (9)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Teenage Boss: Next Level. (R) 10.30 Secret Science. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.

1.00 Miriam Margolyes Impossibly Australian. (Final, PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. (R) 3.30 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.15 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

(Premiere, PG)

8.50 Solar System With Brian Cox. (Premiere) A voyage across the Solar System.

9.50 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 10.20 Kitchen Cabinet. (PG, R) 10.50 ABC Late News. 11.05 The Business. (R) 11.25 The Space Shuttle That Fell To Earth. (PG, R) 12.25 Q+A. (R) 1.25 Media Watch. (PG, R) 1.45 Parliament Question Time. 2.45 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 3.30 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 Kangaroo Beach. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Paddington. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Destination Flavour Bitesize. (R) 9.10 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.10 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, R) 11.00 Secret Cities. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Have I Got News For You U.S. (Mals, R) 2.50 The Weekly Football Wrap. (R) 3.20 Plat Du Tour. 3.30 The Great Separation. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 My Kitchen Rules. (R) 1.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys: Dover To Margate. (PG)

8.30 The Zelensky Story. (Final, PG) A look at Volodymyr Zelensky. 9.30 World’s Greatest Train Journeys From Above: Copper Canyon Railway. (R) A look at the luxury El Chepe train.

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 Babylon Berlin. (Manv)

12.45 Son Of. (MA15+av, R) 2.25 Inside The Modelling Agency. (Ml, R) 4.15 Peer To Peer. (R) 4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (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) Eden tells Cash to back off.

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (Final, PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.

9.10 Defying Gravity: Curtain Rises On Wicked. (PGl) Takes a behind-the-scenes look at Universal Pictures’ two-part adaptation of Wicked 10.10 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) Wayne goes missing.

11.10 The Latest: Seven News.

11.40 Air Crash Investigations. (PGa, R)

12.45 Satisfaction. (MA15+as, R) 1.45 Your Money & Your Life. (PG, R) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Travel Guides. (PG, R) Ordinary Aussies take on the job of travel critics.

8.30 The Grand Tour. (Ml, R) Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May head to Johannesburg, South Africa. 9.50 9News Late.

10.20 Resto My Ride Australia. (R) 11.20 Transplant. (MA15+m) 12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 Our State On A Plate. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Taskmaster Australia. (PGls) Hosted by Tom Gleeson. 8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Final, Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 9.40 Law & Order: SVU. Clay consults with Benson when a woman is found gravely injured at a remote campground.

10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 The Project. (R)

12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 1.40pm Bamay. 2.00 Dark Side Of The ‘90s. 2.55 The Pizza Show. 3.20 Kickin’ Back. 3.55 WorldWatch. 5.50 Adam Eats The 80s. 6.15 Curse Of Oak Island. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.30 NITV News Update. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Hoarders. 10.05 Have I Got News For You U.S. 11.00 Bloodlands. 12.05am Hong Kong’s Fight For Freedom. 1.05 Late Programs. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 5.35pm Peter Rabbit. 5.45 Kiri And Lou.

7.35 Little Lunch. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 Deadly 60. 8.55 Whale With Steve Backshall. 9.45 Doctor Who. 10.35 Late Programs.

The Beast. 9.30 Hunting Aotearoa. 10.30 MOVIE: Searchers. (2016, MA15+) 12.10am Late Programs. NITV (34)

6am

Morning Programs. 6.10 The Kids Are Alright. (2021, PG, Spanish) 7.50 After The Storm. (2016, PG, Japanese) 10.00 Rabbit Hole. (2010, M) 11.40 Mama, I’m Home. (2021, M, Russian) 1.40pm Like Father, Like Son. (2013, PG, Japanese) 3.55 Flash Of Genius. (2008, PG) 6.05 Tourism. (2017) 7.30 Australian Rules. (2002, M) 9.25 Hounds. (2023, M, Berber) 11.10 Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 3.35 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The

Wednesday, November 20

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. (R) 3.30 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.15 Grand Designs New Zealand. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Lucknow. (PG, R) 9.20 Little Heroes. (PGa, R) 9.50 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.50 Soccer. 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier. Argentina v Peru. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Such Was Life. (PG, R) 2.10 Secrets Of The Tower Of London. (PGa, R) 3.00 Plat Du Tour. 3.10 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 The Supervet. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Michael Mosley: Wonders Of The Human Body. Presented by the late Michael Mosley.

8.30 The Jury: Death On The Staircase: The Evidence. (Malv) Day five of the trial delivers a series of surprises for the members of the jury.

10.05 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 10.35 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (R) 11.15 ABC Late News. 11.30 The Business. (R) 11.50 Mother And Son. (Ms, R) 12.45 Grand Designs New Zealand. (PG, R) 1.30 Killing Eve. (MA15+v, R) 2.15 Parliament Question Time. 3.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

9.30 The Old Man. (MA15+v) Chase and Harper’s choices backfire.

10.45 SBS World News Late.

11.15 Maxima. (Premiere, Mls)

12.10 Miniseries: DI Ray. (Malv, R) 3.40 Inside The Modelling Agency. (Ml, R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 5.35pm Peter Rabbit. 5.45 Kiri And Lou. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 Kangaroo Beach. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Paddington. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Little Lunch. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 Doctor Who. 10.00 Merlin. 10.45 Late Programs.

Curse Of Oak Island. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.30 NITV News Update. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 MOVIE: Empire Of The Sun. (1987, PG) 11.20 MOVIE: Foxcatcher. (2014, M) 1.55am My Life Online. 2.25 Late Programs.

6am The Movie Show. 6.25 Tourism. (2017) 7.50 Like Father, Like Son. (2013, PG, Japanese) 10.05 We’ll Be Young And Beautiful. (2018, M, Italian) 11.45 Broker. (2022, M, Korean) 2.05pm The Kids Are Alright. (2021, PG, Spanish) 3.45 After

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 My Kitchen Rules. (R) 1.40 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 2.10 Catch Phrase. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (Final, PGav) Remi refuses to be silenced.

8.30 The Big Trip. (PG) The teams travel to Streaky Bay, where Lehmo teaches Dilruk to drive.

9.30 First Dates UK. (Ma) In a Valentine’s Day special, follows singles, including Chris, Saskia and Roisin, as they embark on first dates.

10.35 The Latest: Seven News. 11.05 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. (PGal, R)

12.05 Stan Lee’s Lucky Man. (MA15+av)

1.05 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Snowkissed. (2021, G, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon.

5.00 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) Hosted by Todd Woodbridge.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo: Saving Koalas. (PGm)

8.30 ARIA Awards. (Mls) From Hordern Pavilion, Sydney. 10.10 9News Late.

10.40 My Life As A Rolling Stone. (Madl, R)

11.55 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (Mav) 12.50 Hello SA. (PG) 1.20 Talking Honey. 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 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Shark Tank. (PGa) A panel is pitched inventions. 8.40 NCIS. (PGal) The team investigates after receiving intelligence on threats to multiple locations that could lead to a catastrophic war. 9.40 NCIS: Origins. 10.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.05 The Project. (R) 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00

The scene of the crime

When you throw out your rubbish, do you know where it goes?

It’s like sweeping dust under a rug – just because you can’t see it doesn’t mean it’s gone. The rubbish gets taken to a landfill where it’s buried in the ground, but it stays there, polluting the earth for years, sometimes forever.

Plastic can stay buried for millions of years, hurting the planet as if giving it a good hard jab. Instead of hiding our waste, we should try to recycle and reuse more. Otherwise, we’re just leaving a big mess for future generations like mine to clean up.

We can’t fix this nightmare unless everyone commits to it.

I know it sounds like a lot of work, and it is, but it’s worth it. If we don’t clean it up who will?

Here was a small start. For Halloween, instead of buying lollies with lots of plastic packaging, my Mum just bought Smarties in cardboard and zero plastic.

These are the kinds of things you can do to make a difference.

Georgia Paxino (9 years old), Beaumaris Election thanks

Thank you to all who took part in the Mornington Peninsula Shire election process.

I appreciate the trust given to me in being elected your Coolart Ward councillor. It is a great privilege to represent you for the next four years on the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council.

I will try to ensure good governance through accountability and transparency.

Putting your hand up and being open to scrutiny and questioning takes self-belief and a willingness to work on behalf of you community; all council candidates should be congratulated for their efforts.

David Gill, Balnarring

Election pledges v conduct

In response to Stephen Batty’s letter (Compulsory forums, Letters 22/10/24), firstly I want to congratulate him for his successful campaign that earned him a seat at council for the next four years, to represent not only the residents of Mt Eliza, but also the interests for the whole of the shire. Secondly to applaud his late endorsement of a platform including his passion for pedestrian access to our coastal assets, repairs to the Beleura Cliff path and opposition of any future development that impinged on the Green Wedge.

On behalf of the >4000 residents who supported me, including hundreds of informal votes, that indicated preference for me, and the many fabulous residents I met campaigning, along with the promise of greater future council transparency by many successful candidates, I will be monitoring the performance and voting behaviour of all councillors, that matched their pre-poll pledges.

I am interested to see how, after pledging to ditch the shire paid parking policy, which does not apply to residents, how they intend to ensure the hundreds of thousand visitors over summer, will contribute to council costs and infrastructure maintenance, particularly now that we are also responsible for what was formerly VicRoads maintenance.

I sincerely wish all the new councillors every success, in managing the challenges of the next term.

Daniel McCaffrey, Mornington

Roads substandard

The inadequate maintenance on freeways and designated “main roads” in Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, which are the responsibility of the state government, has long term implications from safety and cost viewpoints. The comparison with maintenance of local roads by the councils is stark.

Potholes are largely a reflection of inadequate preventative maintenance. The government claim that it is the result of flooding two years ago is a myth. Flooding occurred in limited areas. Pot holes are everywhere. Flooding also occurred on local roads.

Asphalt resheeting work, where the new seal has peeled off, reflect failure for one or more reasons. The connection of the Frankston Freeway to the Mornington Peninsula Freeway is probably the worst local example.

Safety is compromised by the failure to repair damaged wire fencing and guardrails, fallen trees overhanging the breakdown lanes, high grass obstructing views at roundabouts on the Moorooduc Highway, signs that have fallen, small trees and branches growing through wire safety fencing, etc.

On a 2.5 kilometre section of the northern carriageway of Thompson Rd between McCormicks Rd and the Western Port Highway there are 17 areas of damaged fencing. Can anybody find a worse example? It was brought to the Minister’s attention in September. No action to repair the damaged fencing has happened since.

I agree with Gerard van de Ven (Shire CEO, Letters 5/11/24) when he suggests employing competent civil engineers to oversee road maintenance. However, the problem is at state level, not local government. Would the state employ a civil engineer to oversee its financials?

The sleeper in the road maintenance issue is the implications of deferring preventative works. The cost of preparatory works will magnify. Road safety will be compromised further. The future community will pay dearly.

Ian Robins, Frankston

The Eagle soars

I have heard rumblings on the Western Port side of the peninsula that the Eagle at Arthurs Seat is about to stretch its wings.

Concerns are about development, overhead walkways, and bobsleds down the mountain. When I was younger and lived at McCrae I remember my father driving us all up Arthurs Seat in a Vauxhall powered by a gas producer, to visit “the Garden of the Moon”, and for 6 pence, climb the concrete tower and buy an ice-cream from the kiosk.

At the top of the tower were brass plaques, indicating where Seal Rocks was and far off places like Geelong.

In 1945 the population was about eight million and Arthurs Seat was a great tourist attraction.

In the 50/60’s a bucket chair lift carried people from the bottom to the top and back in the fresh open air. A restaurant at the top offered fantastic views. These were wonderful, outrageous and carefree days.

Now in 2024 with a population nudging 30 million, possibly there is room for more people visiting this part of Australia.

So the Eagle wants to spread its wings. What environmental disaster befalls the mountain? (incidentally it only makes the ‘mountain’ definition by 14 metres).

Is the outcry; a NIMBY response? Or do people want to go back to a concrete tower, the Garden of the Moon and the kiosk selling Peters vanilla ice cream?

All those NIMBYs please remember that the peninsula relies on a base load of people to be resident in the depths of winter. The peninsula in winter needs the little cafes and coffee shops and restaurants to stay open.

So while you are up in Port Douglas or floating along the European rivers, think about the local businesses that need the tourists to keep them going.

Air pollution

Neil

Hallam, Flinders

At last, the Mornington Peninsula has an air pollution station that allows residents to view emissions data in real-time (Air monitoring station installed in Hastings, The News 6/11/2024).

From the opening of the BP Westernport oil refinery at Crib Point in 1966 to the Esso LPG gas plant in 1970 and John Lysaght steel works in 1972, it has taken many years for the Victorian government to install air monitoring equipment at Hastings.

However, the new station will only record particulate matter PM2.5 and PM10 – hopefully EPA Victoria will extend this to other air pollutants including nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide and sulfur dioxide.

According to the National Pollutant Inventory website for 2022/2023, the Esso LPG plant at Long Island Point, Hastings reported emitting 790,000kg of oxides of nitrogen, 620,000kg of carbon monoxide, 560,000kg of total volatile organic compounds, 34,000kg of sulfur dioxide, 6,200kg of PM2.5 and 6,200kg of PM10 particu-

late matter.

The Bluescope Steel plant reported emitting 880,000kg of carbon monoxide and 110,000kg of oxides of nitrogen during 2022/2023.

The proposed Esso ethane gas power station would generate carbon dioxide, volatile organic compounds and other pollutants once operational.

The new air monitoring station at Hastings will also be useful for measuring air pollutants from bushfire, burn-offs, wood heaters and fireplaces.

Local residents concerned about air or noise pollution or industrial odours should contact EPA Victoria on 1300 372 842 (24 hours a day).

Dale Stohr, Crib Point

Cost of tourism

“Hello Joe, Thank you for your follow up email regarding the cost of tourism on the peninsula. It is very difficult to put an actual dollar amount on the cost of tourism. I have found some information on the Mornington Peninsula Regional Tourism website. I have included the link and also some screen shots of individual pages”.

It’s not surprising that the Mornington Peninsula Shire doesn’t have a clear view of the financial impact of tourism, and they’re citing it as a contributing factor to financial issues.

In any financially responsible organisation, understanding the costs would be a priority, as it affects planning, staffing, asset maintenance, and resource allocation.

If a local government highlights tourism as a financial burden but lacks specifics on how much it’s costing them – whether through increased maintenance, infrastructure wear, or resource usage – it raises questions about their financial oversight. It could mean missed opportunities to leverage tourism effectively or to manage resources in a way that offsets costs.

In a well-run public corporation these figures are readily available. It could also reflect a broader issue of needing more specialised financial or operational management within the shire’s administration. Transparency and data-driven decision-making are crucial for gaining the community’s support and ensuring sustainable financial health.

So without the data we are at a loss to know how much of our rates are paying for a tourist playground. So I am going to take a wag and say it is 27.5698%. Point made?

Joe Lenzo, Safety Beach

Fishing guidance

I note the almost complete absence of “fishing advisory” signage on piers and ramps around the Port Phillip and the Western Port coastline.

We were promised the installation of signs to inform what is or is not a protected marine species a few years ago- good luck trying to find one.

David Martin, Mt Martha

Fine fails to add up

It is absolutely outrageous that bush properties can be cleared for such a small fine (Green Wedge property for sale after land clearing fine, The News 7/11/24).

One owner was stung only $15,000 for clearing one third of a 16 hectare block that backs onto a nature conservation reserve. That’s pittance, especially when compared to the payout expected from the sale of the property.

That there was no expectation to replant or regenerate the cleared vegetation is also deeply disappointing.

Nature is priceless. If a financial price must be placed on it, then let that price accurately reflect the value nature provides in clean air and water, wildlife diversity, climate mitigation, beauty and health benefits.

If we are to continue a capitalist system, it’s high time these natural ‘services’ were factored into our transactions.

Amy Hiller, Kew

Discussing all things

There isn’t any debate. The News is a paper to discuss, in “letters” or in other pages, any world events as well as local news (The News not the place to debate international issues, Letters 5/11/24).

For me, the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine are troubles in far away places and nothing much to do with me. I remained neutral. Except that lately I have become horrified at the events happening in the Middle East. Thousands of unarmed, defenceless civilians including women and children are confronted by tanks, aircraft, bombs, shells and bullets every other day

and being slaughtered where they stand. It never ends. (Using American supplied munitions, an unlimited supply of bullets and shells).

These events have brought my attention into sharp focus, it is clear that people must speak up; and for someone to tell The News and its correspondents like me to shut up and discuss only local issues is not only insulting but is obscene if you consider that not too long ago a European nation slaughtered millions of defenceless civilians just because they could.

Brian A Mitchelson, Mornington Israel justified

I refer to two of your letters to the editor. It is interesting to note that both writers (Straightening the Truth, Letters 28/10/24) and (Who’s bending, Letter 28/10/24) are not telling the truth.

Firstly UNIFIL was in Lebanon in 2006 after the end of another war by Hezbollah against Israel, supposedly to enact the UN Security Council resolution 1701 to prevent terror infrastructures being built in the Litani Valley.

UNIFIL did nothing for 18 years and instead watched Hezbollah building tunnels where munitions were stored. Consider that in one square kilometre, the IDF found 100 tunnel shafts. And documents were found that proved that Hezbollah was going to do an October 7 attack with the massive amount of weapons found.

It might be worth both writers to look at UN Watch and COGAT if they would like to learn alternative facts not those spouted by Al Jazeera, Media Watch and such.

Al Jazeera is funded by Qatar with the sole purpose of undermining Israel. And both writers have conveniently ignored the fact that there would have been no wars if October 7 hadn’t occurred or if Hezbollah would have stopped lobbing rockets and missiles into Israel daily.

The IDF is protecting the country of Israel. The horrible descriptions espoused by these writers denigrate the only democratic country in the Middle East surrounded by hostile neighbours, except for Egypt and Jordan.

The IDF does not attack journalists deliberately – what the writer does not tell you is that many journalists are Hamas operatives or work for UNWRA which has proven to hide terrorists and which teaches hate against Jews in their schools. Israel is doing the work of fighting extreme jihadism and if the writer wants to read an interesting book, try reading Douglas Murray “ The War on the West”. Might be more enlightening.

Tania Kaye, Balnarring

International or local?

While doing exactly that and promising us more (“UN is not a bastion of moral clarity” will be her topic for another letter), Bianca Felix questions the appropriateness of debating international issues in The News. If her advice is followed, at least one other letter and a number of articles within today’s paper would need to be culled. Fortunately, it’s not up to us letter writers to decide what goes in and what stays out.

There are residents with Lebanese and Palestinian background or family who are deeply concerned about what’s happening there. To cite a few inappropriate anti-Israel ‘hot head’ responses does not mean that any criticism of Israeli excesses in its assault on occupied territories and Lebanon is anti-Semitism. Having been to many of the Sunday City rallies, I have not witnessed one incidence of anti-Jewish rhetoric or behaviour. Indeed, there is a regular Jewish presence at these protests.

Bianca questions why we are focused on this particular conflict and not, say, the conflict in Sudan. The difference is that we are not directly involved in the Sudanese civil war. In the Middle East, we are closely aligned with our US allies in our support of Israel politically and materially, such as via arms supply. Therefore, given the disproportionately of the Gaza, West Bank and Lebanese carnage against Israeli military might, it is right we should criticise its response. To call an all-out assault on one’s illegal occupied territories “self-defence”, hardly fits the description of conventional ‘war’.

Finally, to call Robert Fisk “biased”, suggests a lack of thorough reading as it disregards the rigorous approach he takes in his book. His narrative is always backed up with detailed evidence and copious references. To then disagree with his conclusions, indicates an opinion bias that one is reluctant to abandon.

Henk van Leeuwen, Mount Martha

A Drifting Council and Still Drifting

Compiled by Cameron McCullough

DURING the Great War of 1914-18 many soldiers – typical Britishers in every sense of the term – found themselves on the “mat” facing the O.C. and his tribe.

Incidentally, it may be mentioned that on Thursday night last, at the Frankston Palais, some of the local councillors were forced to face the music on another kind of mat before a righteously indignant body of representative ratepayers.

Further, and while the conflagration in the European area was making history, Court Martials were of frequent occurrence. Sometimes it transpired that an astute N.C.O., in defence, cited King’s regulations, non-existent.

“Good luck to him,” exclaimed his comrades-in-arms, because it was realised that in the actual field of hostilities he played the game and went “over the top” with the rest.

On the evening under present review, none of the civic fathers, one of whom, Cr. Oates, boasts upon every conceivable occasion that he has been fifteen years in office, i.e., approximately 5475 days too long; got over the top of what constituted a record audience of their past misdeeds.

No, they went under, and had to retire to a dug-out. The prologue to the first act was presented by the president of the Shire (Cr. May) who at the commencement of the proceedings explained the specific objects for which the meeting had been convened by him in response to a requisition, signed by fifteen prominent ratepayers.

Naturally it had been anticipated that when the Shire President read the requisition in question, he would leave it to “John Citizen” to appoint a chairman. However, and to the very evident amazement of the ratepayers, he asked the various speakers to adhere to facts and to refrain from personalities.

He (Cr. May) did not know who the selected speakers might be, but would leave the meeting in their hands.

In support of his claim to preside, Cr. May did not quote King’s regulations.

Had he done so George the Fifth might have kicked. Instead, and as will be seen hereinafter, it fell to the task of a medium, notably Mr. Joseph R. McComb – the party machine candidate for municipal honours last August, but who was defeated by a returned soldier (now Cr. Pratt), when he went over the top with a thumping majority – to cite a clause in the Local Government Act, apparently in order to block the issue at stake, and the reasonable demand of those present that the meeting be conducted from the chair by an independant ratepayer.

The mere fact that Mr. McComb showed himself to be prepared, at the psychological moment, to spring to his feet like a Jack-in-the-box, and quote a portion of the Act, would appear to substantiate the soft impeachment of rehearsed effect.

Of course, it may have been a case of the long arm of coincidence at work, more particularly in view of the chronicled circumstance that Mr. McComb has for years employed his leisure time making, so we are

informed, an exhaustive study of the Act, the ruling of which is too often abused at the council table.

But “a little knowledge is a dangerous thing” Cr. May with a misguided conception of impartial procedure in the initial instance, flatly contradicted himself when he said: “I will leave the meeting in your hands.”

Ostensibly he crossed the line of demarcation pertaining to the prerogative limitations of a Statute which, in so far as he and his confreres in office is concerned is prostituted at every sitting of the Frankston Council.

Council

Vacancy

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Resignation Of Cr. Longmuir – Extraordinary Election, 3rd December 1924

The many friends of Cr. Wm. Longmuir, who for several years has represented their interests in the Centre Riding, will regret to learn that, in consequence of indisposition he has, acting under medical advice, tendered his resignation.

Cr. Longmuir was at one period president of the Shire.

Notice is given in our advertising columns that an election of one councillor for the Centre Riding, will be held on Wednesday, December 3rd next, to fill the vacancy created by the retirement from the municipal arena of Cr. Longmuir. Cr. J. Unthank, returning officer, announces that every candidate at such election must be nominated at his residence, “Merrivale” Nursery, Somerville, between the hours of 10 o’clock in the forenoon, and 4 o’clock in the afternoon, on or before the 19th November, 1924. ***

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Personal

The friends of Mr. Underdown will regret to hear that he has taken seriously ill, but trust that he will regain his health in South Australia, where he has gone to recuperate. ***

Life-Savers! Are You A Dummy ?

The recent sad drowning fatality at Carrum brings home to one the important query: “Why don’t we all take a few simple lessons in the Schafer method of resuscitation?”

We don’t necessarily have to swim to save life. After a fellow-mortal has been brought ashore, someone is needed with a knowledge of practical resuscitation methods. Where are you, dear reader, on such occasions?

Are you ready; fully equipped with even the rudiments of the method, or are you merely a “dummy” who looks on and, in fact, hampers those who do know what to do?

If you are a “dummy” the fault is all your own!

The Royal Life-Saving Society is ready and all too willing to teach you.

See the instructor at the local Life Saving Club. Whether you are young or old, you can do it. He will take you in hand gladly These fine fellows have a passion for life-saving work and they want to make you proficient.

Get busy! Any resident of bayside districts like ours must realise it is his or her duty to be ready for any emergency.

Do it now! See the local instructor or write to the secretary of the Royal Life-Saving Society, Melbourne.

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Bereavement Notice

MRS. JOHN JOLLY and Family desire to convey their heartfelt thanks to their numerous friends for deep expressions of sympathy, by cards, letters, telegrams and floral tributes received during, their recent sad bereavement; also to Mr. R. T. Picking (Frankston), Mrs. Watson, of Beach street (Frankston), the Vicar of Frankston (Rev. A. P. McFarlane), and for the unremitting attention shown to his late patient by Dr. Maxwell.

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The Late Mr. J. Jolly – A Motion of Sympathy

At the Council meeting last Friday Cr. Gray asked the Shire President to grant a brief suspension of standing orders for the purpose of moving a motion of sympathy to Mrs. Jolly and family in their recent bereavement. The president acceded to the suspension accordingly, and the resolution was put and carried amid an impressive silence.

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Oliver’s Hill – Its Dangerous Condition – C.R.B. Inspect

Yesterday Mr. A. E. Callaway, of the Country Roads Board inspected Oliver’s Hill, Frankston. He was accompanied by Cr. Bradbury and Muritz (shire engineer).

Mr. Callaway admitted the truth of Cr. Bradbury’s contention that improvements were urgently required and it is understood that he will commend the Board to expend £1000 on the work immediately.

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From the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 12 & 14 Nov 1924

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Pines batters dominate, Dromana takes charge

By Brodie Cowburn

PROVINCIAL

A PAIR of centuries by Declan Jackson and Connor Jackson has put Pines in the box seat against Sorrento.

Pines is hosting the two-day match at Eric Bell Reserve. The hosts had an incredible day on Saturday, putting more than 400 runs on the scoreboard.

Opener Declan Jackson and first drop batter Connor Jackson were brilliant. Declan Jackson smashed 113 runs from 77 deliveries, and Connor Jackson scored 130 with a strike rate of a run a ball.

Nick Christides also had a good game - the opener scored 62 runs. Pines scored 6/407 before declaring. Sorrento survived six overs before stumps, and will restart on day two from 0/9.

Undefeated Dromana finished up day one of their match against Old Peninsula in a strong position.

Old Peninsula batted first, and scored 182 before being bowled out. Jack Fowler’s bowling helped restrict the Pirates’ scoring - he took 4/54 from 13 overs. Sam Fowler took 3/28. The undefeated Dromana made a dent in their target before stumps. They scored 1/44 before the end of play.

Heatherhill put a big total on the

scoreboard against Langwarrin last weekend.

Heatherhill scored 7/289. Sithum Peiris top scored with 93. Red Hill will need to score 234 runs this weekend to beat Baden Powell.

PENINSULA

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OSEBUD will almost certainly extend their unbeaten start to the season to 4-0 this weekend after a spirited showing on day one of their clash with Mt Eliza.

Mt Eliza elected to bat first on Saturday, but struggled badly. Just two of their batters finished with double-digit scores - Tim Strickland top-scored with an unbeaten 29.

Mt Eliza was bowled out for just 91 runs.

Ashley Nagel took five wickets for Rosebud. Patrick Nagel took four, and Samuel Jones helped finish off the tail.

Rosebud scored 2/66 before stumps, putting them just 26 runs short of victory. Will Jewell and Liam Collett will get the run chase started again on day two.

Seaford have set Moorooduc a big total to chase down at RF Miles Reserve.

Seaford scored 320 runs on day one.

Jacob Foxwell and Zac Staggard each scored half-centuries.

Mornington will need to score 230 runs this weekend to beat Somerville

and keep its unbeaten start to the season alive.

Long Island was bowled out for just 146 by Seaford Tigers on Saturday. The Tigers’ run chase didn’t get off to a stellar start - they will start day two at 3/30.

DISTRICT

BONEO wrapped up a win over Main Ridge in quick fashion on Saturday.

Main Ridge chose to bat first on day one of their clash with Boneo. They had a miserable time at the crease, scoring just 60 runs before being sent back to the sheds.

Main Ridge’s first four batters combined to score just seven runs. Jacob McWilliams dug in with a score of 31.

Boneo chased down their target without much trouble. A century from Dilasri Lokubandara and an unbeaten half-century from Sadin Abeygunawardana helped them reach 191 before declaring.

Main Ridge had to face six overs before stumps. They managed to avoid losing a wicket, which will help their chances of avoiding outright defeat.

Flinders dominated on day one of their match against Baxter last weekend.

Flinders scored 391 runs at BA Cairns Reserve. Matthew Gale scored

108 runs, Daniel Hille scored an unbeaten 89, and Samuel Field scored 88.

Balnarring bowled out Carrum Downs for 153 runs on Saturday. They scored 2/26 in reply before stumps.

At Roy Dore Reserve, Carrum set Crib Point a target of 243 to chase down to win.

SUB DISTRICT

TYABB look likely to grab another win after setting Mt Martha a big target to chase down last weekend.

Tyabb are top of the ladder in the Sub-District division. They travelled to Ferrero Reserve on Saturday, and spent most of the day batting.

Tyabb was bowled out for 301 runs.

Opener Jarrod White’s 72 was his side’s best. Udara Ravindu also scored a half-century.

Mt Martha survived an over before stumps.

Skye set Frankston YCW a target of 139 to score to win on Saturday. The Stonecats scored 1/20 before stumps.

Delacombe Park put 207 runs on the scoreboard against Rye last weekend. Rye faced two overs before stumps, and scored 0/8.

Ballam Park are in a spot of bother against Tootgarook.

Ballam Park was bowled out for 152 on Saturday. Tootgarook made a huge dent in their target before stumps,

smashing 60 runs from 13 overs before stumps. They need to score just 93 runs to win with nine wickets left to spare.

WOMEN’S DIV ONE

TOORADIN are now 5-0 to start the 2024/2025 season after a thrilling win over Somerville on Sunday. Somerville batted first at Tooradin Recreation Reserve. They put a competitive total on the scoreboard, scoring 126 runs from their 20 overs.

Tooradin opener Aimee Mellford put the hosts on the right track to win. She scored 50 runs before retiring not out.

First drop batter Debbie Wierzbinski helped guide her side over the line with an unbeaten 25. Tooradin went on to claim an eight wicket win with two overs left to spare.

Crib Point claimed a very comfortable win over Carrum Downs on Sunday. The Magpies took less than seven overs to chase down Carrum Downs’ total of 37.

Laura Herrington took 3/10, and Tracy Thompson took 2/6.

Seaford Tigers bowled well to defend their total of 116 against Delacombe Park last weekend. Delacombe Park fought hard, but only managed to score 100 runs during their 50 overs.

On a roll: Patrick Nagel takes another scalp. He ended up with four wickets for the day. Ashley Nagel took five wickets for the day. Picture: Paul Churcher

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Bruce big blow to Aspy’s hopes

SOCCER

By Craig MacKenzie

ASPENDALE Stingrays’ hopes of winning promotion from State 5 South next season have been dealt a hammer blow.

Captain and star attacking midfielder Matthew Bruce will head overseas next year and be unavailable for the entire season.

The 23-year-old has told just a handful of teammates of his plans but he is expected to speak to the senior playing group when pre-season training gets underway next week.

In the past three seasons Bruce has gone from struggling to get a senior game to one of the most potent midfielders in the competition.

This year he added a league best and fairest award to its counterpart at club level.

Bruce hails from South Africa and arrived here in 2010.

He had two stints at footy but eventually settled on soccer.

He played as a junior for Sandringham and Chelsea – the latter due to his friendship with Nathan Boccari – until a group of schoolmates lured him to Aspendale in 2014.

Bruce’s transition to senior football wasn’t easy.

Lee Barber was senior coach from late 2018 to the end of the 2021 season and the youngster rarely featured in his plans.

“I couldn’t get a game in the seniors when he was about,” Bruce said.

“There was one year that I scored 22 goals in 10 games in the ressies and I got one senior game.

“It was all a bit heart-breaking at the time.”

That changed when Gregor Macnab took over the coaching reins and this season Bruce has thrived in a new position and a new onfield role.

“I was primarily a right-sided player but this was my first season in a more central role as an attacking midfielder and I was also made captain this year.

“I had discussions around that earlier in the year and Gregor’s feedback was positive so I took it all on board.

“As captain I felt that I had to lead by example – that was the biggest responsibility I had to fulfil.

“I’m not one to break down a drill or to analyse.

“I’d much rather put the ball in the back of the net or chase it down and lead from the front.”

Macnab has maintained a positive outlook heading into pre-season and although acknowledging the size of Bruce’s loss he thinks the senior squad

will continue to improve and develop as it has done under his stewardship.

“There’s no denying it’s a big loss for the club especially coming off such a fantastic season,” Macnab said.

“On the plus side though we’re pretty much well stocked in midfield and we’ve got some talented players coming through.

“We’ve also got a couple coming back from long-term injury.

“One of them is Sam Timuska-Carr who has a fantastic engine and will be a big asset to the club.”

Bruce shares his coach’s optimism and throughout pre-season training he’ll reinforce a message of belief in what can be achieved in 2025.

“Since forming as a senior club we’ve got better and better every season – as a club and as individual players – and for people to keep returning shows the vision we all have.

“I think our attacking prowess will help us get over the line and do what we all think we are capable of.”

In VPL1 news Langwarrin has signed Andrew Mullett from Nunawading City.

The 30-year-old central defender lists Melbourne Victory, Melbourne City, Oakleigh Cannons, Dandenong Thunder, South Melbourne and Bulleen on his football CV.

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Langwarrin gaffer Jamie Skelly has not released anyone to make room for the experienced defender.

“We are looking to build a squad that is able to compete with strong competition in all positions,” Skelly said.

Meanwhile now former Peninsula Strikers teenager Billy Rae made his debut for his new club Dundee North End last weekend.

He now plays at the highest semiprofessional level in Scotland and has agreed a one-year deal.

Rae cemented his spot in Strikers’ starting 11 this year and began trialling with Dundee North End in October.

In State 4 news something big is brewing down Baxter Park way.

There has been no official ratification of Hayden Taylor’s senior coaching role or that of close friend and football operations manager Jamie O’Halloran.

But the word is that will soon be sorted this week when the duo meet with club president Bray Hodgkinson.

That meeting was timed to follow the AGM held last Thursday and now Hodgkinson is in a position to confirm that the support Taylor and O’Halloran seek to strengthen the senior men’s program will be forthcoming.

Hodgkinson is in the middle of a

two-year term as president and his new executive colleagues are Lisa Norris (treasurer) and Molly Curd (secretary).

The general committee consists of Alex Campbell (bar manager), Neville Carter (canteen manager), Brendan Norris (junior coordinator), Peter Blasby, Mandy Blasby, O’Halloran, Mick Surridge and Jono Makoni.

The new vice-president is yet to be elected but will come from the general committee.

“I’m extremely excited by the new committee, a really committed and fresh-minded group that is willing to push in the same direction,” Hodgkinson said.

“With the success of our junior program it was important to me to have the right people on board which I think we have achieved.

“There is a lot of football experience with the likes of ‘Blas’ and Jamie which will be extremely valuable for all of our programs moving forward.

“The sole focus was to get a really great team to assist me in my role as I’m becoming a first-time dad in the next few weeks so ensuring I had the right people there while I make that transition was really vital.

“We aim to keep offering a fantastic junior program and continue to find

the right pieces for our senior puzzle.

“As things stand I think we are making big moves to improve our squad next season while also shifting to a real development focus for the crop of young talent we have started to build over the past two seasons.

“We have had a good go at promotion over those seasons which culminated in a lot of really important lessons and built a solid foundation to succeed so we only need a few inclusions to really put ourselves in contention to win games.”

When it comes to asking the club what players it is chasing the cone of silence famously linked with iconic spy comedy Get Smart is firmly in place but like its TV counterpart it doesn’t work that well.

You can back it in that Baxter’s number one signing priority is Mornington ace David Stirton.

The 33-year-old is mulling over whether to combine playing and assistant coaching roles.

“I’ve decided that if I’m going to play it will have to be a one-nighta-week thing now as I’m getting too many injuries,” Stirton said.

“Genetics and scar tissue from previous injuries don’t help.

“I’m in two minds about the Baxter offer but it could provide an insight into transitioning into coaching.”

Others are firmly on Baxter’s radar and the club has been tapping in to the contacts of former Mornington and Pines player Marinos Panayi who won the State 2 South-East championship with Bayside Argonauts last season.

There’s no suggestion that Panayi himself will sign with Baxter but he’s acted as a go-between for other possible signings.

Watch this space.

In other news former Langwarrin president Tanya Wallace features in upcoming episodes of Channel Nine’s weekly documentary series Emergency which gives viewers a behind-thescenes view of the Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Wallace is a clinical nurse specialist in the emergency department and appears in episodes 2, 5 and 6.

Episode 2 airs on Thursday at 8.30pm.

Bye, bye Bruce: Aspendale star

Matthew Bruce (right) pursued by Seaford United’s Michael Nobbs. Picture: Darryl Kennedy

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