12 January 2016 by Mornington Peninsula News Group

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Locked access delays airlift for seriously injured woman THE Baxter woman pinned against a wall by her car at the Grant Rd storage facility early last week was in “a stable condition” yesterday, Monday. The 59-year-old staff member was airlifted to The Alfred hospital with serious injuries after being stuck for five hours outside the Somerville business. Police and emergency services crews stabilised the woman on Monday 4 January before the car could be moved. The officers then had difficulty evacuating the woman to hospital as locked bollards blocked their way onto Fruitgrowers’ Reserve where the air ambulance was waiting. A Mornington Peninsula Shire officer arrived with the wrong key and the ambulance officers lifted the woman over the fence on a stretcher and walked to the chopper. “The shire has always worked closely with the emergency services to provide vehicle access to ambulance helicopter landing sites when requests have been made,” shire infrastructure maintenance manager Niall Mcdonagh said. “In this case we have not been made aware of any difficulties experienced by the ambulance service.” It is understood that Somerville CFA has not been given a key by the shire. Locked out: Paramedics were forced to carry an injured Baxter woman to a waiting air ambulance because no keys were available to open gates for them to drive a vehicle onto the Fruitgrowers’ Reserve, Somerville. Picture: Gary Sissons

People power sought to float museum Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au THE future of the estimated $25 million Victorian Maritime Centre at Hastings now rests on harnessing “people power”. A petition calling for government support and a public meeting planned for either February or March are both are seen as crucial to enlisting widespread

support from the community, particularly in its hometown of Hastings. However, the two vessels at the heart of the project – the 2030 tonne submarine Otama and former Port Phillip Sea Pilots ship Wyuna - languish at anchor, both unable to find a permanent berth. The Otama has been at Crib Point for 12 years and needs $50,000 spent on its moorings by May while the Wyuna is at Bell Bay, Tasmania, after Mel-

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was promised by Liberal Hastings MP Neale Burgess but, unfortunately for the Otama association, his commitment was not part of the Labor Party platform. Mr Burgess was re-elected but his party was not. Federal MP for Flinders Greg Hunt remains a staunch supporter of the maritime centre and this year acknowledged the dedication of some of the association’s members by presenting

them with his own “Flinders Awards”. Meanwhile the association’s two vessels remain tied up by bureaucractic and financial problems. The Otama was in trouble from the start of its arrival in late April 2003 when the association’s plans to bring it ashore at Hastings were not supported by government departments which controlled the foreshore. Continued Page 10

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Faulty power lines fueling fear of fire David Harrison david@mpnews.com.au FIREFIGHTERS in the Main RidgeRed Hill area are alarmed that the succession of fires starting under powerlines will continue through the next several months, into the drier high-risk fire period. The big fear of some is that the next fire in the sequence of the eight or so blazes in the area so far – blamed on faulty bundled cabling currently now being replaced – will occur in dense bush and not be noticed until it has become a serious menace. “I can’t sleep on these windy nights, when conditions are right to set off the fires,” one veteran said. “So far they have been brought under control quickly. But it’s just been a matter of luck. “How long will our luck last? When will a fire start at night in a remote area and really get going before it’s spotted?” Faulty insulation has been blamed for the fires, which appear to occur when heat from the cables causes the aerial bundled cable (ABC) lines literally to explode, dumping hot material on the ground and starting the fires. The fire-fighting volunteer, who did not want to be named, said United Energy, responsible for Victoria’s electricity poles and wires, had not re-

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sponded to fireys’ questions about the outbreaks. Volunteers are now keeping records of these fires in case evidence is required for any subsequent inquiry. The volunteer said no fires had occurred under the old style single strand wiring. “It’s only the bundled stuff, it seems,” he said. “Lots of blokes in the crews replacing it are pretty browned off – we believe the insulation changes colour from black to grey when it’s exposed to sunlight.” United Energy contractors have been seen using what they have told fireys is a heat-detecting device to examine possibly faulty lines, he said. “But this is a 10-year program and it’s barely under way.” Main Creek residents wrote to United Energy last November about the fires, demanding that the company “maintain and preserve all records in relation to the acquisition and purchase of [the apparently faulty power lines], and in respect of any fires that might occur as a result of the failure of such power lines”. As previously reported (“No quick fix for power grid”, The News 15/12/15) many of the cables are estimated to be up to 30 years old. It is believed only a fraction of the work will be done by the end of this bushfire season with the remainder being done on a priority basis by 2020.

Fire alert at Crib Point CRIB Point and Hastings CFA crews yesterday battled a grass and scrub fire off The Esplanade between Disney and Lorimer streets. Police were called to investigate the cause of the blaze. Duty officer Andrew Turner said 15 appliances and up to 50 firefighters on the scene were awaiting the arrival of a water-bombing aircraft at about 3.30pm. However, with a cooler wind change and light rain the fire was classed as “safe” at 4pm. Firefighters said it was lucky the wind did not pick up at the start of the blaze.

Improved emergency access to reserve A ROAD is being built to provide a sealed alternative access to Woolleys Reserve, Crib Point. Mills Av at the rear of the reserve will provide an extra access in emergencies and lesson the risk to the community, Cr David Garnock said. Construction of the five metre wide

250 metre long road is part of the 2013 Woolleys Road Bushland Reserve long term master plan. The reserve has a management committee and is home to Western Port Equestrian Association, Balnarring Pony Club and Riding for the Disabled.

FAST food was the common denominator in the charging of two Western Port drink-drivers last week. A Baxter woman will be charged after being found in Somerville with a blood alcohol level four times the legal limit. Hastings police spotted the woman in a fast food drive through on Eramosa Rd, 1am, Monday. The 33-year-old was breath tested and returned a reading of 0.202 per cent. She will be charged on summons. Senior Sergeant Michael Lamb said the intercept was potentially a lucky escape for both the woman and the community. “With a blood alcohol level this high, we are simply lucky that our road toll is not higher this morning,” he said. “Fortunately for everybody concerned and the community as a whole, diligent and observant policing prevented a potential fatality occurring last night.” In another incident, a Crib Point man got minimum chips after his car was impounded, Thursday. Police had responded to a report of a vehicle swerving all over the road just before 9.30pm. It was intercepted on Stony Point Rd and the driver, who had just picked up some take-away fish and chips, was breath tested and returned a positive reading. He was taken to the police station for an evidentiary breath test and his reading was 0.222. The 41 year old, who is also unlicensed, had his car impounded for 28 days. He will be charged on summons with drink driving related offences.

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Team effort: Many hands are involved during surfing for the disabled events at Point Leo, but none wave more than the delighted board riders. Picture: Keith Platt

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Disabled, but ready for the surf THE Mornington Peninsula branch of the Disabled Surfers’ Association is holding the first of this year’s two surfing events at Point Leo on Saturday (16 January). Volunteers should be at the Point Leo lifesaving club well before the 11am start. The event runs until 3pm and

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includes a barbecue and awards ceremony. Helpers and participants can call the Mornington Peninsula association’s president, Ash Gardner on 0417 362 983 or Stewart Lockie 0418 101 645. Details disabledsurfers.org/vic/ morning-peninsula-branch The branch is working towards

building a wheelchair accessible boardwalk overlooking Point Leo beach and trying to organise public access to its sand-friendly wheelchairs when they are not required for surfing events. A second surf day will be held Saturday 5 March.

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EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Membership of the Mornington Peninsula Arts and Culture Advisory Panel Expressions of Interest (EOI) are sought from the Mornington Peninsula Shire for two new members of the Shire’s Arts and Culture Advisory Panel (ACAP). This group represents the local arts and culture sector and is integral to implementation of the Arts & Culture Strategy. Applicants will: 1. Have high level expertise/professional standing in the arts, culture or heritage sectors 2. Be conversant with the Shire’s Arts & Culture Strategy, its Objectives and Action Plan 3. Engage with at least one of the following - arts and cultural organisations, creative practitioners and cultural industries, local history organisations and residents to understand relevant challenges and issues 4. Facilitate the development, implementation, review and reporting of Shire Arts & Cultural Policy and Strategies 5. Provide high level advice to Council on issues related to Shire plans and strategies and the development of its arts and cultural policies 6. Contribute to raising awareness of the value and benefits of the arts, culture and heritage through promotion of the Arts & Culture Strategy 7. Attend bi-monthly meetings 8. Currently reside or be employed on the Mornington Peninsula EOI applicants must provide a brief response to the above, providing examples of professional and/or vocational experience. The term of office for external Panel members is for one year with an option to continue for a second year. For further information on the role of ACAP, a copy of the ACAP Terms of Reference or any queries regarding the EOI, please contact Jane Alexander, Arts & Culture Coordinator, Mornington Peninsula Shire, on 5975 4395 or via email: jane.alexander@mornpen.vic.gov.au. For a copy of the 2012 MPS Arts & Culture Strategy, please visit the Mornington Peninsula Shire website: http://www.mornpen.vic.gov.au/Whats_On/Arts_Culture/Arts_Culture_Strategy. th

Please address Expressions of Interest by Close of Business Friday 29 January to: Ms Jane Alexander Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery PO BOX 650, Mornington 3931 Or via email: jane.alexander@mornpen.vic.gov.au

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Council confusion over rubbish plan David Harrison david@mpnews.com.au A COUNCIL decision to close Rye tip appears to have been misconstrued by Mornington Peninsula Shire staff, demonstrated by the wording of a newspaper advertisement seeking expressions of interest for disposing of shire waste from mid-2018. Councillors resolved on 14 September that the controversial landfill would stop taking waste after 30 June 2018. The advertisement, published on 28 October, stated that the shire was “strongly considering” closing the site. The News has sought clarification from shire officers but has yet to receive a response. To compound the confusion, councillors overturned the September decision at their last meeting for the year on 14 December, when dealing with seven expressions of interest from companies responding to the advertisement. Councillors resolved to continue receiving waste at Rye tip until a viable “alternative waste technology facility” was available. Such a solution has been shire policy for a decade or so. Any facility, probably a high temperature incinerator as used widely overseas, is not likely to be available

for decades and, at a possible cost of hundreds of millions of dollars, would almost certainly be a state government matter. The December resolution also overturned the intent of the earlier decision, which was to take waste off the peninsula primarily to cut the shire’s carbon footprint by nearly 50 per cent. The meeting resolved instead to investigate dumping waste at Tyabb. The December resolution thus eerily anticipated what councillors decided nearly 50 days after the shire advert was published. The reversal occurred because of voting numbers in the chamber. Cr Tim Wood was ill and absent from the meeting and Cr Lynn Bowden declared a conflict of interest and could not vote, meaning the previous decision was overturned five votes to four. The motion, an alternative to the staff recommendation – that the matter proceed to tender – was proposed by Cr David Gibb, veteran advocate for keeping peninsula rubbish on the peninsula, and seconded by Cr Antonella Celi. They were supported by Anne Shaw, Andrew Dixon and David Garnock. Opposed were Graham Pittock, Bev Colomb, Tim Rodgers and Hugh Fraser. The decision will come back to

council on 27 January by way of a rescission motion drafted by Cr Fraser. Failure to reverse the Gibb-Celi motion would be a massive setback for the shire policy of becoming carbonneutral, with Rye tip responsible for such a significant proportion of shire carbon emissions. The reversal vote was not unprecedented and is perfectly legal, even though it has affected a key shire environment and climate change policy. A similar vote occurred when supporters of the proposed Southern Peninsula Aquatic Centre unexpectedly found themselves outnumbered by opponents of the foreshore site. It marked the beginning of the end for the dreams of Cr Gibb and his supporters, with the death blow being struck when the environment minister of the day withdrew consent for the beachfront location. The SPA project, ironically, is dormant: its location may depend on hot water from an aquifer. Cr Gibb was a strong advocate for dumping local waste into the picturesque disused Pioneer quarry site on Boundary Rd, Dromana. This proposal was ultimately rejected by the Environment Protection Authority after vigorous community opposition.

Lure of the road: RACV Great Australian Rally organiser Len Butcher and Ben Mayne prepare Ben’s 1954 MG TF roadster for last year’s rally. This year Len will drive his “Green Monster” – a 1951 Series 1 Vanguard.

Staying tuned for rally THE car park near Western Port Marina will be filled on Sunday with 300 eye-catching cars of all makes and models setting off on one of Victoria’s largest veteran, vintage and classic car rallies. Hastings is one of three designated starting points – and perhaps the biggest – for the RACV’s Great Australian Rally which runs from Melbourne to Mornington and attracts almost 1000 entries. The 15-year-old rally aims to promote the pleasures of classical motoring and raise funds for the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. Last year the rally raised more than $72,000.

Organiser, the All British Classics car club, stipulates that all vehicles must be 25 years and older. Motorcycles and commercial vehicles are also eligible. Motoring clubs are invited to enter a selection of members’ vehicles in club displays, the best of which will be presented with a trophy. A vehicle selected from the display will then be featured in the RACV City Club foyer. Judging for section winners is based on the overall appeal of the vehicle, and winning vehicles are not allowed to win again for three years. Details: 9739 4829.

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Beer, Wine and Cider Garden Bigger and better If you enjoyed the Beer and Wine Garden last year, you will certainly appreciate the expanded site this year. Perfectly positioned within the Live ‘n’ Local Main Stage area, you will be spoilt for choice. In addition to our regular vendors, Mornington Peninsula Brewery and Cheeky Rascal Cider, we now welcome Grand Ridge Brewery and Dromana Estate; showcasing the best of the Mornington Peninsula. And don’t worry, you won’t go hungry either, as a variety of food will also be available. Sit back and soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the weekend’s entertainment.

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Come and visit the Banana Boat Fun in the Sun Crew who will make sure you have enough sunscreen slopped on to safely enjoy your day. While there try out Banana Boat’s giant inflatable soccer field – it’s all for fun and everyone’s a winner. See you there. Other activities to do on the foreshore include:

For important information regarding parking, access and safety as well as programming details and times

frankston.vic.gov.au FrankstonWaterfrontFestival or phone 1300 322 322 The Frankston Waterfront Festival is proudly produced by Frankston City Council and sponsored by:

Swim with a Mermaid – half hour sessions with a mermaid at 12pm, 1pm and 2pm daily. Snorkelling – sessions with Dive Line will take place at 11am, 1pm and 3pm daily. Patterson Lake Outriggers Surf Canoeing – Saturday at 11am–3pm. Come and try sailing – Frankston Yacht Club at 11am–4pm daily. Flyboarding (water-powered jet pack) – shows at 11.30am, 12pm and 3pm daily. Festival special price $80 per person to have a go.

In addition, the following organisations are acknowledged for their community support: Victoria Police, SES, VicRoads, Parks Victoria, Frankston Life Saving Club, the Australian Breast Feeding Association and the Frankston Coast Guard.

NEWS DESK

Checks ‘ease risk’ Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au UNITED Energy is increasing inspections to find faulty power lines in a bid to reduce the risk of fires. Energy and Resources Minister Lily D’Ambrosio announced the increased when responding to calls to “urgently replace” faulty aerial bundled cabling (ABC) at Main Ridge and Red Hill. The cabling has already been blamed for a number of fires in the area. Nepean MP Martin Dixon in state parliament in December urged the minister and cable supplier United Energy to install new cables “before this fire season”. On Friday Ms D’Ambrosio said the government “takes the risk of power lines causing fire very seriously”. “In the short term, I am making sure Energy Safe Victoria works closely with United Energy to ensure steps are in place to reduce the risk of vegetation fires this summer,” she said. “This includes activating more sensitive protection settings on local lines, developing and implementing a system to accurately locate line faults faster, and more frequent inspections and patrols of the HV ABC.” Mr Dixon said United Energy had committed to replace wiring to the most at risk locations by September this year. “This is a vast improvement on the five-year timeframe initially being quoted,” he said. Under normal circumstances the cabling is bundled together and coated in insulation to mitigate the fire risk. However, it appears a faulty batch was installed in heavily wooded areas of Main Ridge and Red Hill, causing at least six fires before summer. Mr Dixon told The News the Main Ridge CFA

Brigade and a number of home owners in the area “have come to me because the insulation around this cabling is melting away, falling to the ground and starting fires”. “This has happened in winter and spring, so you can imagine in the summer season with high winds … those fires could very quickly get away,” he said. He said identifying priority locations for cable replacement would be based on CFA assessments. United Energy – which owns the peninsula’s poles and wires – had earlier agreed the risk of fires was unacceptable and said it would take 10 years to replace them. “I really think that with the fire season approaching, the lack of rainfall, and the fact that the fires have already been starting as a result of what is a recognised issue, this needs to be addressed urgently,” Mr Dixon said. Mr Dixon’s pleas were prompted by concerned residents who wrote to United Energy stating there “was evidence that the ABC power lines are faulty and explode periodically causing fires”. (The News, 15/12/2015). They said a bushfire on 9 November was “a consequence of a failure of your power lines in Main Creek Rd”. United Energy last week confirmed that the Main Ridge and Red Hill ABC cables were installed in 2006 using cable introduced into Victoria in the 1990s. Described as a heavy duty insulated cable, it was designed to reduce the risk of bushfires being caused by vegetation coming into contact with bare wires in heavily vegetated areas. Samantha Porter, of United Energy, said that although the cabling “has had an extremely low failure rate, UE has noticed an increase in faults in certain areas so has accelerated a program to replace the ABC with a cable of different design”. “The new cable we are using in the replacement program has been designed to eliminate the mode of failure of the existing cable.”

Good cause: Members, visitors and guests of Balnarring Lodge after the presentation of the $5000 cheque.

Lodge members put in for register BALNARRING Freemasons have given $5000 to the Hastings Police Senior Citizens Register. Lodge master Barry Hodder handed the donation to register coordinator Denise Palmer. The register has been run by volunteers for 15 years and has 1000 clients. It operates out of Hastings police station. The money will go towards a new car for follow-up action when concerns are held for a registered person, especially when daily phone contact fails.

Volunteers check on each client’s wellbeing. If, for any reason, there’s no answer within a certain time, a nominated emergency contact is notified. If this fails police or a staff member will go to the person’s home and check on their well-being. After the meeting members, visitors and volunteers enjoyed a supper. To find out about the register contact hastingsregister@hotmail.com or call 5979 7033; after hours 5979 2137 (answering machine).

Red Hill readies for park’s opening barbecue MORE than 200 people have been invited to the opening of the new community park at Red Hill on Sunday 24 January. Red Hill Community Association has been working on creating the park with Mornington Peninsula Shire since 2009. The invitation list includes councillors and politicians and traders have been asked to donate

supplies for the free barbecue which will follow the 12.30pm official opening. Landscaping is being delayed until after summer although the park has barbecues, children’s playground, a shelter with picnic tables and benches and parking. An information shelter will be finished in the next few months.

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LETTERS Bank backs out

Misdirected action

The last day of trading for the ANZ bank in Hastings is 3 February, closing at 2pm. This is the last straw for Hastings, where many shops have closed and the town is dying. There were some challenges, but we were doing much better just before the November state election. It’s always been a low socio-economic area, with problems in education and other things, but the shopping district and community services were good and for the entire time I’ve lived here, we’ve rarely had to go any further than Hastings. Not so any more. I believe the problem is that $80 million [budgeted by the previous Liberal government for the Port of Hastings Development Authority] was removed from the community. It seems to me that prior to that we were struggling, just like everyone else in these economic times, but we were enduring, surviving. I’m going to do a transaction at the bank on 3 February before the bank closes. Any transaction that requires the branch stamp will do. I’ll put the receipt in my safe. I want a chance to thank the staff for their dedicated service and to say goodbye. When the government changes, I’m sure the port will go ahead and Hastings will stabilise. I just hope we don’t lose too many jobs and services before then. Brad Lemon, Tyabb

The Direct Action attributed greenhouse gas emission figures have come in and are going the wrong way. Emissions have increased by 1.3 per cent over the past year in a government report quietly released at Christmas. Recently at the Paris COP21 conference Flinders MP Greg Hunt was ranked third worst in the world on tackling climate change. So what his response? To sign-off on one of the largest polluting coal mines in the world and say it’s not our problem as India will burn the coal and not us. The member for Flinders has failed his electorate and embarrassed us on the world stage. Kelvin Stingel, Mornington Peninsula Greens

and not to absentee industrialists and shipping magnates, surely common sense dictates that the state government with shire co-operation, develops a tourist attraction based at Hastings. Mr Mayor, this is an item of environmental importance for you to suggest action plans and lobby for state and federal funding. By all means adopt some of the patently obvious European renewable energy initiatives like wind and solar farms (maybe better located securely out at sea off our shire coastline) but for goodness sake, fix up first the Crib Point submarine shamozzle. Sadly, it appears to be the case of let sleeping dogs lie and don’t fix it until it’s totally stuffed or sunk. Ian Morrison, convenor Mt Eliza Community Alliance

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In the interests of accuracy we wish to correct the article “Committee numbers trimmed” (The News 8/12/15) regarding the recent annual general meeting of Somers Residents Association (SRA). The article stated that Consumer Affairs Victoria (CAV) legislation required the SRA to reduce the size of its ordinary committee from 10 members to six. This is not the case. New model rules for incorporated associations were introduced by CAV, however these rules do not stipulate committee size; the SRA chose to reduce its committee. The new committee of 10 comprises an executive of four men plus six ordinary members: three men and three women. This is down from the previous committee of six women and eight men. Under the CAV model rules, membership lists and other records are available for inspection by members. In the lead up to the AGM unlimited access to the membership list was available only to the SRA executive and the Rules of Association were temporarily removed from the SRA website. Of the 147 proxy votes mentioned in the article and employed at the AGM, 82 (the majority of proxies) were controlled by the chair. Final count results for the ordinary committee positions, with 11 nominees for six places, have not been published by the SRA. Anne Bartholomew and Sally Holdsworth, ex-committee members SRA Editor: The article in question was submitted by a committee member of Somers Residents’ As

In 2009, two councillors from Mornington Peninsula Shire went to Copenhagen, Denmark, on a trip paid for by ratepayers; in 2012 one councillor went to East Timor to “monitor the elections” of all things; now, two councillors have had a lovely little trip to Paris, and they even took a female staffer with them, we now find, at a cost of some $18,000. I always thought that our council was suffering from some sort of irrelevance syndrome causing them to venture onto the world stage. I now know that it is simply milking the cow. Climate change? I have the wit to understand far more about climate change than any two councillors, without leaving Mornington. Brian A Mitchelson, Mornington

Trading the answer Now that our minister for coal (Flinders MP and Environment Minister Greg Hunt) has been told what Australia’s carbon reduction target will be for the foreseeable future by the Minister for Foreign Affairs [Julie Bishop] and the Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, is it possible that he will start doing something more enlightened than planting trees and getting his picture in the papers? For Australia to achieve the minimalist target it set itself, we need a proper carbon trading system that is connected to the world markets, not the wishy-washy proposal of buying carbon credits from developing nations if we cannot achieve those targets. This will not improve the real per capita emissions of Australia. The belated opening up of financing offshore wind farms by the renewable energy fund announced by Turnbull is just a trick by a government stuck in the dark ages of coal and oil. We have enough room for wind farms on the Australian mainland to end our addiction to coal. Rupert Steiner, Balnarring Beach

Changing sides Rupert Steiner claimed he wasn’t a defender of the Labor Party and then proceeded to do just that (“Labor’s jobs lost”, Letters 1/12/15). He also referred to a breathtaking hypocrisy, but should look in the mirror first. After conducting a disingenuous campaign against the previous state Liberal government claiming it had plans to use Western Port for coal, knowing full well the plan was for containers only. He then turned around at the pre-poll and on polling day and handed out How to Vote cards for Clive Palmer, one of Australia’s biggest coal miners. Yes, the hypocrisy is breathtaking, but it’s coming from Mr Steiner’s campaigning. Barrie Macmillan, Somerville

Back to work Marvellous to see the return of our globetrotting and well connected councillors Hugh Fraser and (the mayor) Graham Pittock from COP 21. Perhaps we will see more French cooperation with twinning of towns (Paris with Rosebud?) and maybe some Tour de Eiffel bollards along Main St, Mornington. The mayor appears enamoured with the European love of wind turbines and solar energy. However, he ought to check his own backyard. Why should we take his word as gospel and a justification for the French connection? Prove to us ratepayers that you can manage a small local project, maintain it and make us proud of being future focused. Rust has appeared down Crib Point way where the [submarine] HMAS Otama is rotting away at sea anchorage awaiting her fate, which is probably to be sold for scrap or sunk for a fish reef. With the return of Western Port to the people

Money well spent I find it quite educational that so many are up in arms about a couple of councillors spending their legitimate allowance for seminars and training to go to the climate summit in Paris. After talking one-on-one with Graham Pittock, I find it to have been well spent money. These funds are referenced in the Local Government Act 1989 and also specifically identified in shire policies: Councillor Resource and Expense Entitlements Policy - Professional Development and Conferences and Seminars. The funds were also approved by the council. This is a drop in the bucket relative to the million dollar losses at Pelican Park, Hastings, that we suffer each year which no one seems to be too concerned about. And as for the whinging councillors, just more politics as usual. Joe Lenzo, Safety Beach

Necessary activism Persistent criticism of local community activism by Michael G Free is becoming tiresome (“Protest dismissed”, Letters 17/11/15, “Wasted words” Letters 15/12/15). In the fractured political system we now have, public advocacy is all that’s left for ordinary people. It doesn’t always win, but sometimes it does, or makes flawed projects better and has saved many Australian treasures. The Franklin River, Fraser Island and Kakadu remain iconic because a community fought to save them. Locally, community action stopped a tip on Arthurs Seat. Could anyone seriously argue we would be better off if these places had been lost?

MPs are under no obligation to act in accordance with anything promised in their election spiel, so our support is ignored. We then have to wait three or four years to vote them out, only to be disappointed again. A very blunt instrument. Meanwhile, political donations from vested interests means entities with no accountability to the electorate are the puppet masters, enjoying armchair rides into minister’s offices. Affected communities – the vast majority who select MPs and provide their statutory benefits - are left outside. Meanwhile, the tally of environmentally, financially and socially dubious projects grow locally and Australia wide. As for the completed projects Mr Free refers to, surely most would now agree removing Mornington’s train line and station was a bad idea? The Martha Cove marina has been financially toxic for a string of developers. Contrary to the promised 24/7 access through the Heads, severe restrictions on larger ships are in force; Portsea beach has disappeared as ocean swell pounds the shore daily; the pier’s low landing had to be raised; and taxpayers have spent millions of dollars in vain attempts to save the beach - now armoured with rocks and sandbags with the amenity of a war zone. I applaud anyone prepared to act to protect the places they love rather than meekly accepting some faceless person’s vision, or hoping somebody else will do something. If William Wilberforce, widely criticised in his time, had accepted the status quo, we would still be engaging in slavery. Jenny Warfe, Dromana sociation.

Tax plastic bags It is crazy, just crazy, how much litter there is around. I think that there should be a 10 cent bag tax on plastic bags. It will help the environment. If plastic bags had a 10 cent bag tax on them it would cut down the number of plastic bags in the ocean. A United Nations environment program said that in every square mile of water there are 46,000 plastic bags. In 2000 a whale found on a Queensland beach had six metres of plastic inside it. Imagine dropping a plastic bag and a few months later being on a cruise with your family and you see a baby dolphin swimming up to your ship. Then you see it has a plastic bag on its head - the exact plastic bag that you had dropped and you realise the baby dolphin is dead. You would feel like you have murdered it. Fewer plastic bags will also mean more space for landfill, less methane gas polluting the air and the ozone layer would be in better condition. Have you ever killed an animal? Yes you have, you just have not been there. When your litter goes to landfill, it can fly away and go into the ocean and kill many animals. In Africa they jokingly call plastic bags their national flower. But, even in Africa they have a tax on plastic bags and all their people only use about four plastic bags a year. So please, let’s spread the news about this tragic problem. Jack Davidson, Mt Eliza Letters to the editor can be sent to The News, PO Box 588, Hastings 3915 or emailed to: team@mpnews.com.au Letters should be kept to a maximum 300 words and include name, address and contact phone number for verification purposes.

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Enlisting people power Continued from Page 1 The association’s president Max Bryant believes the lack of a berth for the Wyuna may have more to do with the government’s intended sale of the Port of Melbourne than space around Melbourne’s wharves. The woes of the association are clearly stated by Mr Bryant in its December 2015 Sub-Scriber newsletter. Mr Bryant begins his end of year report by explaining its lateness because of a declining membership (about 130) and “we do not have enough people to tackle all the tasks”. He says membership fees ($50 a family including joining fee and then $25 a year) will “help preserve our maritime history”. “The biggest low of the year was our so called million dollar grant prior to the last election. All were ecstatic when we learned we had successfully secured this grant which was supposedly not subject to the election. On the pretence of receiving the grant funds were expended only to discover after the election the funds did not exist,” Mr Bryant stated. Using figures from a 2004 “Macroplan” by a now former Mornington Peninsula Shire executive, Mr Bryant said “the community has lost $63.7 million dollars in revenue thus far and no one appears to be accountable”. That 12-year-old report - which was not commissioned by the shire - estimated the maritime centre would employ 40 people, have 50,000 visitors a year and have an income of $4.5 million. Mr Bryant told The News on Monday that the shire is “100 per cent behind the project, there’s no doubt about that”. “We’ve now got to convince the politicians and get the people behind us,” he said. He said “a lot of people, some very important people, are coming to our aid”. “I hope we’ll have a breakthrough in the near future,” Mr Bryant said. He said the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) was “aboard” and backing the project. The Otama is proposed to be lifted out of the water on the outer seawall of the Hastings marina while the Wyuna would have a wet berth alongside. Visitors would access both vessels through the maritime centre, with the Wyuna being used as a shore-based school camp. When advocating for the maritime centre at Hastings, Mr Bryant cites the success of the $24 million West Australian Maritime Museum which opened in December 2002. He says there are now maritime museums at Freemantle, Geraldton and Albany.

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Marine history all at sea the fee and we pay for power consumption only. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The very day the harbourmaster retired the original notice was reinstated without any warning and back dated. We had budgeted for the cost of the power not the berthing fee. Tasports also had wharf renovations being carried out at the berth so we had a limited tenure at Inspection Head.â&#x20AC;? Months were then spent unsuccessfully looking for a berth at Melbourne. The same result came from inquiries at â&#x20AC;&#x153;ports from Portland to Edenâ&#x20AC;?. Tasports was then under pressure to move the Wyuna or face penalties for holding up contracted port works. It finally seemed a berth was available at the old Hydro wharf in bell Bay, only to see the opportunity disappear when the pilot decided it was unsuitable. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had inspected the wharf with the representative of the owners and deemed it suitable [but] apparently we were not qualified to make that determination,â&#x20AC;? Mr Bryant stated. The pilots eventually called to say Wyuna would be sailing within hours and told Mr Bryant to organise a crew. â&#x20AC;&#x153;How they expected me to muster a volunteer crew in such short notice I have no idea,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When this was relayed to the pilots they said they would use a tug to move her and place the vessel on anchor in the bay. I made it quite clear we were not in a position to not only fund a tug but did not have the infrastructure set up to man a vessel on anchor, this was also relayed to the harbourmaster still they went ahead. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wyuna was unceremoniously dragged away from the wharf by a tug and taken out in to the bay and dropped on anchor where she rests.â&#x20AC;?

THE two vessels integral to the success of Victorian Maritime Centre being built at Hastings are in trouble. The Otama, an Oberon class submarine, is anchored off Crib Point and needs new mooring cables by May if it is to survive winter storms. Cost of the cables is put at $50,000. The other vessel owned by the Western Port Oberon Association, the Wyuna, was built in 1953 and donated to the association in 2013. Although extensively refitted and undergoing sea trials she remains in Tasmania because there is no berth available in Melbourne. Association president Mx Bryant said the Wyuna is a classic 20th century design and spent 26 years with the Port Phillip Sea Pilots before being used as a training ship for the Australian Maritime College in Launceston until 2004. Several other plans for the use of the Wyuna fell through until it was given to the association which wants to use it as a school camp. In his end of year report Mr Bryant sees the latest instalment in the Wyunaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;sorry tale â&#x20AC;Ś laying at anchor unattended in Bell Bay where Tasports dumped herâ&#x20AC;?. Mr Bryant said the Wyuna was partly restored and then â&#x20AC;&#x153;ran beautifully at over 14 knots downriver to Beauty Point â&#x20AC;Ś {before] completing sea trailsâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;During this period the berth in Melbourne at Docklands disappeared due to proposed wharf renovations being brought forward by Melbourne City Council. We ended up stranded; thankfully Tasports came to our aid and allowed us to stay alongside at Inspection Head. The Tasports management at that time thankfully were aware of our financial situation and after initially issuing a berth notice of a fee of $442 a day agreed to waive

All tied up: The Wyuna, top, has been refitted and made seaworthy to be brought from Tasmania to Victoria but there is no berth available. The submarine Otama, left, is already in Western Port but unable to be brought ashore at Hastings because of a mixture of red tape, planning rules and lack of money. The two vessels are the planned centrepiece of the Victorian Maritime Centre.

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Plovers’ season

Beach protection: Wooden shelters help protect three vulnerable hooded plover chicks at Rye back beach while their parents stand guard outside. One of the chicks has since disappeared. Picture: Glenn Ehmke. Right: A sand castle built around a nesting red-capped plover at Shoreham. Pictures: Mark Lethlean

Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au PROTECTORS of the endangered hooded plover are documenting senseless acts by beachgoers that are threatening breeding birds. The plovers each year struggle to breed on Mornington Peninsula beaches with an ever decreasing number ever of their chicks ever taking flight. Dr Grainne Maguire of BirdLife Australia’s beach-nesting birds’ team said data shows that without preventative action hooded plovers will be extinct in the region “in the next 25 years”. “There are a suite of threats these birds face. A number of these threats are natural, but it is the human modifications of habitat - weeds and access points - and predator systems such as introduced foxes, super abundant ravens, gulls and magpies and the impacts of disturbance, direct crushing and predation by domestic pets, that are tipping the balance,” she said. Members of the Friends of the Hooded Plover group have this season erected fences around nests and placed notices asking that the birds be left alone. Other groups such as the Hastings-based Willum Warrain Aboriginal Association have built shelters under which the plovers and their chicks can seek refuge. But as soon as the latest breeding season was underway it soon became obvious that thoughtless humans were one of the main dangers threatening the survival of hooded plovers and other small ground nesting seabirds. Diane Lewis said a woman approached about “allowing her dog to run all over the beach and into the dunes” claimed not to have seen Parks Victoria’s dog restriction signs. Ms Lewis, president of the Friends of the Hooded Plover group, had been at Rye surf beach

watching 12-day-old plover chicks. “These chicks still have a long way to go, they can’t fly until they are 35 days old, but they can now regulate their own temperature and have the strength to run up to the dry sand to avoid beach goers and their dogs - if they are on a lead,” she said. Ms Lewis said hot weather created more pressure for plover chicks, with their parents “trying to get them down to the water’s edge to keep them cool”. Hooded plovers incubating eggs “will be swapping constantly, flying down to the water’s edge to wet their breast feathers and returning to the nest in an effort to keep the eggs at a normal temperature”. Ms Lewis described the three chicks as “cute balls of fluff standing on legs thinner than a matchstick”. “Against the odds they have survived through the 28 days of incubation by both parents. They have survived tides, storms, hungry gulls, kestrels and ravens and very sly foxes,” she said. “They have also survived the few irresponsible dog owners who let their dogs loose in the national park ocean beaches. “Despite all these threats they are here on the beach, their parents watching out for them, standing guard, telling them when to hide, then calling the coast clear signal.” Mr Lewis said the first 10 days “are especially critical as those same threats are ever present. The chicks forage for food from day one and keep cool and safe under their parents brooding. When they can, they scurry across the sand to the water’s edge to feel the cool sand and feed under seaweed”. “If they are disturbed, the parents may leave the chicks and lead the threat away. The chicks can starve if they have to hide too long.” Mr Lewis pleaded for beachgoers to “give the plovers a chance” by staying away from the

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fenced areas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With luck and great care these three chicks may very well be some of the few endangered plovers to fledge and survive this season,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When they can fly they have made it, but that's five weeks after they hatch. Will they be okay? Will they beat the odds and fly?â&#x20AC;? Mark Lethlean, a volunteer for Parks Victoria and BirdLife Australia, said the two organisations had extended their work of protecting nesting shorebirds to Western Port, including both hooded plovers and red-capped plovers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Unfortunately, the peak period for breeding also coincides with the summer increase in beach usage,â&#x20AC;? Mr Lethlean said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We recognise the inconvenience to beachgoers when we cordon off an area of beach for a nesting bird or newly hatched chicks.â&#x20AC;? He said fences would be removed as soon as possible, but research had shown there would be few chicks surviving â&#x20AC;&#x153;without this interventionâ&#x20AC;?.

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Three red-capped plover chicks had successfully fledged at Point Leo although he had seen an increase in the number of people ignoring dog regulations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Breaches carry heavy penalties and ignorance is no excuse,â&#x20AC;? Mr Lethlean said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My second experience involved a couple who read the signs about hooded plover chicks on the beach but instead of abiding by its directions and walking along the waterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s edge, have entered the area looking for the chicks. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This action dramatically increased the chance of injuring chicks or forcing then into more dangerous, unprotected areas of the beach. There is no logic to this action.â&#x20AC;? Mr Lethlean said the â&#x20AC;&#x153;worst example of allâ&#x20AC;? was following a request by the Shoreham ranger to fence the nest of a red-capped plover found by a camper. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I arrived, someone had thought it amusing to build a sandcastle around the nest. I consider this an act of vandalism and for certain pro-

tected species such as the hooded plover, is likely a criminal offence.â&#x20AC;? Red-capped plover are among the most common and widespread of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beach-nesting shorebirds. They forage by using a characteristic â&#x20AC;&#x153;stoprun-peckâ&#x20AC;? method, taking small invertebrates from the surface. Their speckled eggs are laid in a shallow depression in the ground, often beneath a low shrub, or out in the open if near water. The threatened hooded plover is listed as vulnerable nationally and endangered in Victoria. The peninsula has the second highest concentration of this species in south eastern Australia but the lowest chick survival rate. It is believed about 70 of the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 550 hooded plovers frequent beaches within Mornington Peninsula National Park. The plovers breed September to March, usually laying a clutch of three eggs in a simple â&#x20AC;&#x153;scrapeâ&#x20AC;? in the sand. Neil Shelley, also a volunteer with the hooded plover friends group, said that in the past five years just three hooded plover chicks at Gunnamatta have fledged, or grown enough feathers to fly. In September one chick survived one day. In October four clutches were laid, but non produce a chick due to tides, death of an adult and predation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In November three of five clutches failed to produce a chick, one clutch produced two chicks which survived four days - fate unknown - and another clutch of three eggs was due to hatch midDecember,â&#x20AC;? Mr Shelley said on 12 December. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So here we are again, about halfway through the breeding season, and nothing has improved. The birds are doing their bit and have laid 10 clutches totalling 26 eggs - 20 failed to hatch, three are still being incubated and three chicks have hatched. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Of the three chicks hatched, none have survived more than a couple of days.â&#x20AC;?

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Feedback invited on shire’s financial future Thanks, volunteers: Kath Neilsen Memorial Award winner Amanda Graham, second from left, with Maurice Blackburn lawyer Travis Fewster, CEO Jackie Galloway and Volunteers & Education general manager Andrea Staunton.

Free legal advice goes a long way PENINSULA Community Legal Centre is celebrating the contributions of its volunteers who enable it to offer free legal advice four nights a week. The not-for-profit organisation has been providing ongoing assistance to clients on low incomes since 1977. Its volunteers were celebrated around the world on 5 December: International Volunteer Day, by the United Nations General Assembly in 1985. “Last year our volunteer lawyers provided more than 2000 free legal advices,” Volunteers and Education general manager Andrea Staunton said. “Seventy-six per cent of clients assisted by volunteers had no or low incomes (less than $500 gross per week).” Lawyer volunteers run evening

advice clinics at the head office in Frankston and branches at Rosebud, Bentleigh and Cranbourne, with support from a team of paralegal volunteers. The centre also benefits from the governance of a volunteer-based management committee, and from the contributions of trainee lawyers and special project volunteers. Lawyer volunteer, Amanda Graham, from White Cleland Lawyers and Consultants, which has a branch at Frankston, has received the centre’s highest honour, the 2015 Kath Neilson Memorial Award. It created in 2002 in honour of the late Kath Neilsen, a founder and strong supporter of the centre. Ms Graham began as a lawyer-volunteer in 2005, providing free legal advice to clients on a variety of issues. She has since used her expertise

as an accredited family law specialist to present family law professional development sessions to volunteers and staff. “Peninsula Community Legal Centre has been a hub of legal support in the community for many years,” Ms Graham said. “It provides a means for volunteers to get involved in the community. Opportunities for volunteers are varied and volunteer contributions are appreciated and recognised. “I would like to thank the centre for the opportunities it provides for all members of the community.” Ms Staunton says: “Our volunteers have great impact on the centre’s ability to respond to local legal needs and advance justice for our community.” Call 9783 3600 or visit pclc.org.au for details.

BUSINESSES and members of the community have been invited to provide feedback on an economic strategy for the Mornington Peninsula. The shire’s Draft Economic Development Strategy 2016-19 – designed in consultation with the local businesses – outlines key activities aimed at supporting economic, business and employment growth throughout the region. The strategy lists seven primary focus areas which have been identified to help established industries grow and to enhance emerging sectors while supporting business and workforce growth and resilience. Strategic industry sectors, such as tourism, food, health and niche manufacturing, form a key focus of the strategy, as do townships, the Port of Hastings and growth in business and

workforce capacity. Within each of these sectors are “signature” projects, with key initiatives designed to support businesses in improving productivity and capability. The primary focus areas and key initiatives were determined in line with a set of guiding principles, resulting in a strategy that builds on economic strengths, is consistent with local values, creates growth opportunities for established and emerging industries, and is evidence-based, shire officers say. The mayor, Cr Graham Pittock, said the strategy aimed to set council priorities to support business growth and increase job opportunities across the peninsula. Details: mornpen.vic.gov.au or call Tania Treasure, 5950 1842.

Credit option for boat launching BOATERS are again able to use credit cards instead of cash when parking at boat ramps across the Mornington Peninsula. Mornington Peninsula mayor Cr Graham Pittock said the ParkMobile introduced last summer was being used by a “significant number of boat ramp users”. The old coin-operated machines will be phased out this month. Those using the system can set up an account at parkmobile.com.au or call 1300 564 564. They can download the free smart device application at iTunes, Google Play or Windows markets.

The voice asks for a car registration number and credit card details. An introductory rate for the Parkmobile daily fee is $11. Those without credit cards, or infrequent users of boat ramps, can buy vouchers for $12 at any of the shire’s customer service centres. Vouchers are one-use only and do not have expiry dates. Boaters can buy a few and use them when they want by adding their details onto the vouchers and displaying them on dashboards. Regular boat ramp users can buy annual passes for $125 at mornpen.vic. gov.au

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Offers Over $1,100,000

SOMERS

BTRE Expressions of Interest close 20 January 2016

TYABB

NEW LISTING

RED HOT DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY!!

DEVELOPERS TAKE NOTE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A prime location in central Tyabb with potential for 8 double storey townhouses (STCA) on a land area approximately 2414m2, only a momentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s walk to the shops, transport, schools, doctors and sporting grounds. Receive rental income from the existing home while you get your plans and permits approved. The large home (approx 26sq) offers 4BRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x201C; main with ensuite and walk in robe, two living areas, kitchen with gas cooking, dishwasher and large pantry, separaate study, Coonara woodheater and evaporative cooling. Closing date for Expressions of Interest 20 January 2016.

HASTINGS

Offers Over $360,000 HASTINGS

UNDER T AC CONTR

SENSATIONAL SOMERS Only a momentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s walk to the beach, this is your chance to secure a beautiful 4 bedroom double storey home with bay glimpses, indoor salt water pool, sauna, and a cellar. This home also features an expansive formal entry, lounge, dining area and kitchen complete with wall oven, breakfast bar and dishwasher. Downstairs is a beautiful sun-room overlooking the back terrace and pool. The indoor pool opens out onto the courtyard and includes a kitchenette & powder room, plus two bedrooms. A stunning central staircase leads to a large rumpus room, atrium and the deck with views out to Western Port Bay and two bedrooms, including main with FES.

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Shop 1/34 High Street Hastings, 5979 8003

PERFECT PACKAGE

DUAL DWELLINGS

Set in a quiet street on a 864m2 allotment (approx), this immaculate 3BR BV home offers kitchen with gas cooking, adjoining meals area and outdoor entertaining zone. All bedroms have BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, there is dual access to the bathroom from the main bedroom, new carpets throughout plus a new gas heater in the family lounge. Outside is a double garage, triple garage with power, carport & shed.

7KLV %5 %9 KRPH ZLWK %5 JUDQQ\ Ă DW LV VHW RQ D 720m2 allotment. The main house comprises of lounge & formal dining area with bay windows, spacious kitchen with gas cook top, adjoining family room with meals area and to the main bedroom is a WIR & FES. Other features include GDH, air conditioning & solar electricity. Outside features a double lock up carport with roller door.

$450,000 O.N.O CRIB POINT

HASTINGS

MOVE IN AND ENJOY CONTEMPORARY LIVING

HASTINGS

$549,000 - $579,000

333 STONY POINT RD - INSPECT SAT 12.30-1.00PM

Set on approx 727m2, this contemporary home offers simplicity and luxury in a quiet neighbourhood. The open plan incorporates a spacious lounge which easily doubles as a theatre room, kitchen has stainless steel appliances including dishwasher, family meals area opens out the entertaining area and there are three bedroms â&#x20AC;&#x201C; two with BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and the main bedrom with parents retreat, WIR & FES. Other features include central heating, gas boosted solar hot water, double lock up garage with internal access and plenty of storage throughout.

$275,000

$400,000 - $440,000

UNDER T AC CONTR

19 SUNSET RISE - INSPECT SATURDAY 1.30-2.00PM

HASTINGS

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Offers Over $430,000

HASTINGS

4 2

4 2 2

THE PERFECT LOCATION

SUBDIVISION POTENTIAL

Modern sandstone 3BR unit, one of only two on the block, offering kitchen with gas cooktop, electric oven and plenty of cupboard space, adjoining meals area and an entertaining area which serves as another living space. Two bedrooms have BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and the larger main bedroom has his and her robes and dual-entry bathroom. Other features include air conditioning and no body-corporate fees.

Spacious home set on a massive 1723m2 (approx) lot with a huge bungalow at the rear. This property has an open plan design offering three living zones, 4BRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s including main with WIR & FES, plus a separate study. Kitchen has dishwasher, there is gas heating and air-conditioning throughout and outside is an undercover entertaining area. and double carport with plenty of off street parking and storage.

$390,000 - $420,000 BITTERN

UNDER T AC CONTR

$700,000 - $750,000

SOLD

UNDER T AC CONTR

RETIRE WITH COMFORT

CAPTURE GLORIOUS BAY VIEWS

This superb 2BR unit set in the Hastings Cove Retirement Village offers a modern kitchen with electric cook top, wall oven, pantry and breakfast bench, lounge with air con and GDH, bathroom ZLWK VDIHW\ Ă&#x20AC;WWLQJV DQG Ă&#x20AC;[WXUHV DQG D ODUJH VKRZHU Other features include vertical blinds, BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, plenty of storage space and separate laundry.

This block is situated in a prime position of Hastings and offers buyers a special place to build that dream home capturing spectacular panoramic views of Westernport Bay, Sandstone Island and the beautiful Hastings boardwalk, a 3.5 km pathway/boardwalk situated along the living salt marsh and mangroves of Westernport Bay.This property is within walking distance to the Westernport Marina, boat ramp, local aquatic centre and shops.

$545,000 - $565,000

BITTERN

UNIQUE COUNTRY CHARACTER

This enchanting double story cedar cottage on 1 acre offers vaulted cathedral ceilings, French doors, VODWH Ă RRUV RSHQ Ă&#x20AC;UH WLPEHU PDQWHOV FRWWDJH URVH gardens and verandahs. Three sprawling living zones include a large lounge and a massive rumpus room. Adjoining the main living areas is an outdoor entertaining area with spa, the timber kitchen has 900mm stainless steel oven & dishwasher.

BIG & BEAUTIFUL

From the wide hallways to the large living areas this beautiful weatherboard home will draw you in like a magnet with its character and charm. A modern kitchen has dishwasher, the formal lounge and dining area features a cosy Coonara with dual chimney and the lounge room has a beautiful open Ă&#x20AC;UH )LYH EHGURRPV LQFOXGH WZR ZLWK :,5 DQG WKUHH with BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, main bedroom has a renovated ensuite.

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Harcourts Hastings 10/14 High Street 03 5970 7333 www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

Harcourts SINCE 1888

Hastings 14 Skinner Street View Of The Marina. Plans and Permits Approved Imagine stepping out your front door and being on High Street in a few moments, strolling down to the Marina and beautiful Westernport Bay in less time than it takes Sunday drivers to find a park. Life doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get better than this! This generous 715sqm (approx.) level block is in a great position and offers new owners so many options to build that dream home, develop two townhouses or simply sit and watch the value appreciate. Offering two street frontages the property has current planning permission to build two double storye townhouses. The properties are well designed and have a great outlook and will be within a short stroll to the Marina, the pier to feed the pelicans and the town centre. Affordable coastal living will only last for so long... Hastings is on the move! Auction Saturday 20th February at 11:00am Price Guide Negotiable over $500,000 View www.jasondowler.com.au Jason Dowler 0403 598 754 E jason.dowler@harcourts.com.au

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Harcourts Hastings

Harcourts

10/14 High Street 03 5970 7333 www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

SINCE 1888

Hastings 3 / 30 Skinner Street

Opposite the Marina! New Quality Townhouse Designed with luxury in mind, this entire complex is a luxurious blend of sophistication, elegance & location. This exclusive townhouse is perfect for those looking for a coastal position at an affordable price. The residence includes 2 spacious living areas, catering for the entire family, and a fine choice of interiors incorporates double glazed windows and hardwood flooring. Designed for todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs, the finishes of this exceptional build are top class with Smeg cooking appliances including dishwasher, glass splashbacks and ceramic bathroom ware. Other features include gas ducted heating, as well as all LED lighting, with this 6-star energy-efficient complex complete with solar hot water system as well. Another money saver is the reticulated grey water system designed to significantly reduce water usage. For those with a taste of indulgence, this property should already be on your enquiry list. Only 4 on the block, and two gone already this will sell fast! Auction Price Guide View Open

Saturday 30th January at 11:00am Negotiable over $550,000 www.jasondowler.com.au Contact agent

Jason Dowler 0403 598 754 E jason.dowler@harcourts.com.au

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Harcourts Hastings

Harcourts

10/14 High Street 03 5970 7333 www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

SINCE 1888

Balnarring 10/3080 Frankston Flinders Road

Location and Low Maintenance! Nestled in a quiet complex just a 5 minute stroll to the local cafes, shops & beaches this stunning light filled townhouse has become available offering the discerning purchaser a brilliant lifestyle opportunity. This immaculately presented home has a spacious feel with its open plan kitchen/dining lounge, 3 generous sized bedrooms, main with walk in robe and en-suite, additional living zone and split system heating and cooling. A lovely side & rear yard for the garden enthusiasts and a double remote controlled garage completes this package. A rare find in the highly sought after Balnarring Village. This home is well suited to all families, weekenders, retirees and anyone after a substantial house in a great location. Inspection is a must!!! Price Guide Negotiable over $590,000 View www.hastings.harcourts.com.au Open Contact agent Tim Ripper 0434513640 E tim.ripper@harcourts.com.au

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Harcourts Hastings

Harcourts

10/14 High Street 03 5970 7333 www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

SINCE 1888

FOR LEASE

Bittern 7/2 Portsmouth Road

Mornington 6 Sheringa Court

Great Central Location!

Quiet Court Living!

A great central position, large rear courtyard and brand new this unit will be snapped up quickly. Consisting of two bedrooms with BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, the main with access to the bathroom, spacious living area with gas ducted heating and a fully fitted kitchen featuring quality appliances.

Here we have a great 3 bedroom family home that has recently been refurbished with a coat of paint and brand new carpets... it really has allot to offer including - a family bathroom, good sized lounge room with gas wall furnace, refurbished kitchen with ample cupboard space and gas stove top - the kitchen opens to the dining area.

For Lease $270 per week Inspect By Appointment

For Lease $360 per week Inspect By Appointment

Hastings Office 5970 7333

E hastings@harcourts.com.au

FOR LEASE

Hastings 1B Nicholas Court Warm & Cosy with City Convenience!

Hastings 51 Lyall Street

Old Tyabb

Located right behind Aldi, Kmart and all the other shops on the main street, this 2 bedroom unit with warm, natural tones offers 1 bathroom, open plan kitchen & lounge area, kitchen with gas/electric cooking, dishwasher, floating boards throughout, split system heating & cooling, single lock up garage and a spacious outdoor courtyard area.

Beautifully presented home offering a large lounge, separate meals area and kitchen with dishwasher, entertaining area, main bedroom with ensuite and three more bedrooms share the second bathroom. Garage at rear of property perfect for storage.

For Lease $290 per week Inspect By Appointment

For Lease $450 per week Inspect By Appointment

Hastings Office 5970 7333

E hastings@harcourts.com.au

Hastings Office 5970 7333

E hastings@harcourts.com.au

We Have Some Really Smart People Keeping An Eye On Things

Continue to maximise your wealth with over 60 years collective experience. You can expect great value in our team managing your investment.

Contact Harcourts Hastings to experience the difference - 5970 7333 www.hastings.harcourts.com.au www.harcourts.com.au

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64 High Street, Hastings 03 5979 2489 www.robertsandgreen.com.au

FRENCH ISLAND 292 Overpass Road

Expressions Of Interest Closing Friday, January 29th at 5pm Inspect: Contact Agent

WELCOME TO ‘JUKURRPA’ A slice of heaven – stunning views, tranquil living and fully operational cattle breeding farm. •178 acres of pristine farm land on two titles. •14 paddocks including 2 fully electriﬁed bull paddocks and 2 calving nurseries, fences in excellent condition. •Main residence plus bungalow. •There is an abundance of water including 8 dams, 6 troughs and a bore (not connected). •Top of the range off-grid solar system. •Ample shedding. •French Island is unincorporated – no rates – no electricity bills – no foxes.

Bed

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Bath

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Bath

UR O F LD SO

HASTINGS 1-13/134 Salmon Street

BITTERN 20 Wilson Avenue

SALMON WATERS - Designed by renowned Melbourne Architect Peter Brown, this

A PRIVATE HAVEN- Exquisite and exceptional this captivating home provides the astute buyer with plenty of space and tranquillity in a country-inspired setting on approximately 700sqm.

magniﬁcent boutique three storey development offers all the advantages of modern living in a luxurious bayside setting.

4 spacious bedrooms – master with walk-in-robe, ensuite and ceiling fan. Tmber kitchen with overhead cupboards and s/steel appliances, including dishwasher. Q 3 separate living areas, including large rumpus room. Q Ducted heating, high ceilings and cornices throughout. Q Double garage, separate large shed to rear with side access, roller door, concrete slab and power. Q Lovely outdoor entertaining area overlooking the reserve.

One or two bedroom apartments with BIR’s. All apartments offer 2 bathrooms, (except apartment 12). Q Showpiece kitchen with stainless steel appliances, including dishwasher. Q Audio intercom security and private lift for convenience, plus heating & cooling. Q Two minute walk to High Street & the foreshore. Q Plus many more quality inclusions! Q

Please contact our ofﬁce for an information memorandum

From $320,000 Inspect: Thursday 12:00-12:30pm Saturday 11:00-11:30am

Offers over $550,000 Bed

1-2

Bath

Car

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Inspect: Saturday 11:00-11:30am

Bed

Bath

Car

64 High Street, Hastings 03 5979 2489 www.robertsandgreen.com.au

BITTERN 178 Hendersons Road

BALNARRING 13 Wattle Court

PICTURESQUE HOMESTEAD ON 2 ACRES - Cocooned in nature and drawing its inspiration from the natural setting, this superb country estate is set within a secluded garden oasis. Crafted from 100 year old red brick and surrounded by wisteria, ﬂowering blooms and a fruitful orchard.

SEA-CHANGE IN THE HEART OF THE VILLAGE- With a sense of timeless appeal and longevity, this charming abode is set on approximately 900sqm and is conveniently positioned behind the Balnarring Village.

Situated in a quiet enclave and only minutes from Bittern Village, this idyllic property creates the opportunity for a peaceful country lifestyle on the Mornington Peninsula.

Auction: Sat, January 23rd at 2:30pm Terms: 10% deposit, settlement 60 days. Inspect: Saturday 2:00-2:30pm

Bed

Bath

Auction: Sat, February 6th at 1:30pm

Car

Terms: 10% deposit, settlement 60 days. Inspect: Saturday 1:00-1:30pm

BITTERN 3 Centre Avenue Q

BITTERN 13 Skinner Street

Set on approximately 2 acres.

3 bedrooms, separate study or

4th bedroom. Master with ensuite and spa.

Bath

Car

Set on approximately ¼ acre.

Bath

Car

Dual living with elderly retreat

and bungalow.

Well-equipped paddocks (5),

Spacious kitchen.

shelters (4) and an arena.

Multiple living areas.

Double garage under roof-line.

Double garage.

$760,000 Negotiable

Bed

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Main with spacious ensuite.

Bed

Bath

Inspect: Saturday 1:00-1:30pm

Car

SOMERVILLE 16 Mitch Court

Set Sale: Closing Friday, Feb. 5th at 5:00pm

Set on approximately 800sqm.

Character-ﬁlled with high

2 living zones and entertainers

ceilings & sash windows.

kitchen.

Outdoor alfresco and expansive

decking.

W NE ING T LIS

Bed

Inspect: Saturday 12:00-12:30pm

CRIB POINT 16 Orotava Street

Open plan kitchen & meals area. Evap. cooling & ducted heating.

Lovely alfresco with built-in

3.5 car garage and side access.

BBQ.

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3 bedrooms, main with semi-ensuite for added convenience. Dressed in an organic façade of locally sourced stone from Hillview Quarry in Dromana. Q Spacious kitchen with open plan dining and family room opening to the alfresco terrace with enclosed decking. Q Rear yard designed for relaxation, to entertain or simply recline and relish in the surrounds. Q Further features include work shop and double garage with rear roller-door access to store a boat/trailer, zoned heating and cooling throughout. Q

Two generous 1/2 acre paddocks. Q Character-filled timber kitchen framed by hand-crafted tiles. Q 3 separate living areas, including spacious home office Q Multiple shedding with concrete flooring and power. Q Expansive entertainer’s deck and rotunda, perfect for year round entertaining. Q

Located in a quiet cul-de-sac.

Offers over $590,000 Inspect: By Appointment

Bed

Bath

Car

Offers over $325,000

Bed

Inspect: Saturday 12:00-12:30pm

Bath

Car

Lisa Roberts 0488 910 368 Wilma Green 0407 833 996 >

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NEW LISTING

HASTINGS 3 Auburn Court Snuggled in a serene court and surrounded by established greenery, this cute cottage, with its charming verandah, awaits a ﬁrst home owner or investor. An opportunity to stay and renovate, keep the home as it is, or relocate the home and apply a potential dual occupancy site (subject to STCA).

PRICE Offers Over $300,000 VIEW Saturday 12:00-12:30pm AGENT Brooke Ramsay 0447 772 980 CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

OVERLOOKING MARINA

BITTERN 26 Symonds Street

PEACE AND TRANQUILLITY This three bedroom brick home on almost 1/4 acre block offers: impressive entry, full length verandas, lounge with gas heating, main bedroom with full en suite, bright white kitchen with granite bench tops, gas cooking and dishwasher, an absolutely unique, private and peaceful home with two living areas, and an abundance of storage space, concealed behind this intriguing low maintenance façade.

FOR SALE VIEW AGENT

EXPRESS SALE Saturday 1:00-1:30pm

CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

WOW FACTOR!

HASTINGS 4 Penshurst Avenue Set on approx 700sqm this neat as a pin home features new ﬂoorbaords, plush carpet and open plan living. Comprising 3BR’s with BIR’s, new kitchen & bathroom. Step outside to the fully fenced yard with undercover entertaining area as well as an extra room perfect for an ofﬁce, plus double carport & solar panels.

Close to the scenic Hastings foreshore, this top storey unit is the perfect opportunity for an entry level investor. Boasting 2 large bedrooms both with BIR, updated bathroom with laundry, central open living and kitchen area with new carpets and fresh paint.

PRICE $550,000 Offers Over VIEW Saturday 2:00-2:30pm AGENT Andrew Watt 0419 524 560 CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

PRICE $380,000 VIEW Saturday 12:00-12:30pm AGENT Andrew Watt 0419 524 560 CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

PRICE $195,000 Offers Over VIEW Saturday 2:00-2:30pm AGENT Brooke Ramsay 0447 772 980

CENTURY 21 AGENTS SMARTER BOLDER FASTER

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BITTERN 8/75 Hendersons Road

For those looking for a quality unit within a well built and thoughtfully designed complex this PRICE $369,000 Offers Over needs your immediate attention. Some of the VIEW Saturday 11:00-11:30am many beneﬁts include three bedrooms, master AGENT Brooke Ramsay 0447 772 980 with walk in robe and ensuite, separate study or fourth bedroom, gas ducted heating, plus split CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555 system A/C and double lock up garage.

CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

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across to the Marina, this exquisite Town House is sure to please those seeking a coastal position. Designed with two separate living zones to provide privacy for the family or guests the main open plan zone living is enhanced by the direct access to your own private out door entertainment area.

ONLY ONE LEFT!

THE PERFECT STARTER

HASTINGS 4/1 Mullett Street

HASTINGS 2,3,4 / 28 Skinner Street

Andrew Watt 0419 524 560 Situated opposite the foreshore reserve looking

HASTINGS 1 Curlew Court Perfect for the investor, a neat, low maintenance three bedroom home set on a great sized block, (approx. 500+sqm) within walking distance to local schools and public transport. Recently ﬁtted with evaporative cooling, ducted gas heating throughout, stands on convenient corner location, this home is the perfect entry level investment.

PRICE $260,000 Offers Over VIEW BY Appiontment AGENT Brooke Ramsay 0447 772 980 CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

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Last chance to buy

Close to the action

Address: For Sale: Agency: Agent:

8/75 Hendersons Road, BITTERN $380,000 Century 21 Homeport, 2100 Frankston-Flinders Road, Hastings, 5979 3555 Andrew Watt, 0419 524 560

AS a brand new property, you know you’re getting the best of what’s on the market right now. This set of properties have sold fast, and unit 8 is the last chance to buy new in this complex. For busy professional couples or downsizers there is everything you need with three bedrooms including main with with walk-in robe and ensuite, a separate study or possible fourth bedroom, heating and cooling systems, and LED down lights have been installed throughout. The smart kitchen has Caesarstone benchtops and stainless steel appliances include a dishwasher, and from the double garage there is internal access.

MARKET PLACE

7 Yuilles Road, MORNINGTON $920,000 - $960,000 Jacobs & Lowe, 220 Main Street, Mornington, 5976 5900 Simon Farrar, 0412 734 130

IN the heart of Mornington’s commercial and industrial hub, with just about every product or service at your doorstep, this stylish double storey property is a superb option for those seeking the perfect work/life balance. There is fantastic access to main arterial roads across the peninsula, and with the plenty of space including a handy three car basement garage, the property will easily accommodate the tradesman or any similiar business. The interior is a bright combination of contemporary residential stylings with a dash of futuristic digital connections to make sure you are always in touch with clients, friends and family.

SMARTER BOLDER FASTER NEW LISTING

HASTINGS 16 Victor Drive

RELAX AND ENTERTAIN

An exciting opportunity to acquire this magniﬁcent 4 bedroom plus study, family home, situated in one of the most sought after areas of Hastings. This wonderful abode beams plenty of natural light, with spacious living areas providing plenty of room for all to enjoy their own private space. Comprises 4 spacious bedrooms plus study, a central generous and well-designed kitchen for the astute cook, 3 family living areas, outdoor entertaining area plus double remote control garage, with internal access. Close to all local amenities including, schools, cafes, shops and all the beautiful Mornington Peninsula has to offer.

PRICE VIEW AGENT

Offers Over $470,000 Saturday 1:00-1:30pm Brooke Ramsay 0447 772 980

CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

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Special Projects

“The difference between a good price and a great price is a great estate agent”

DISPLAY NOW OPEN Baxter 46 Baxter Tooradin Road Q peninsulalifestyleretirementvillage.com.au Q 52

Luxuriously appointed villas

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OfÀce: 463 Nepean Highway, Frankston, 8781 3888 Licenced Estate Agent—Jo Kidder Estate Agent Licence no. 078082L Reg. Address—23 Roehampton Crescent, Mt Eliza 3930

111 Dunns Road, Mt Martha

Position Perfect!

Close to one of the best primary schools in the Mornington/Mt Martha area, as well as secondary and grammar schools, very close to public transport, Bentons Square shopping centre and 1.5km to the beach, this home is situated at the “quiet” end of Dunns Road that still has the country feel of days gone by. Situated on 833sqm, and with an impressive 4 car garage, this home really is second to none; immaculately presented and maintained…. an inspection is a must!! Featuring—2 living areas, master with en suite, ducted gas heating, split system a/c, large 4 car secure garage, 2 garden sheds, private gardens, irrigated garden beds, water tanks and solar panels.

Price: Expression of Interest

Expressions of Interest offers (unless sold prior) must be received by 5pm on Monday February 8, 2016.

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Land size: 833sqm

Peter Wainwright Property Executive 0404 010 444 peter@kidderre.com.au

Mornington

5975 4555

Mount Eliza

9787 2422

MORNINGTON

1 CHANNEL STREET

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RENOVATE OR REDEVELOP • Single-level residence for inspired renovators or visionary developers in blue chip location • Substantial, original three-bedroom clinker-brick home with gas ducted heating/split system cooling • Separate ensuited guest accommodation • Huge rumpus room/home office set alongside deck and lagoon-style in-ground pool • Future second-storey could deliver desirable bay views (S.T.C.A.)

AUCTION Saturday 6th of February 11:00am TERMS 10% Deposit/Balance 30-90 Days INSPECT Saturday 1:00 - 1:30pm MORNINGTON OFFICE 5975 4555 CAMPBELL NOONAN 0400 062 987

MORNINGTON

1/655 ESPLANADE

ILLUKA • Contemporary design, 6 star energy rating and 42 squares of luxury living • Rooftop viewing terraces with bay vistas, easy living lift and bi-fold doors to sparkling LED-lit, in-ground lap pool • Ducted heating/cooling throughout, plus gas log fire and electric underfloor heating • High-end fixtures and fittings • Completion due mid 2016, stamp duty savings prior!

FOR SALE PRICE $1.8M PLUS MORNINGTON OFFICE 5975 4555 DEAN PHILLIPS 0402 833 865 AMY DAY 0408 559 086

Mornington Mount Eliza

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160 Main Street 7/84 Mt Eliza Way

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Neat and sweet 3 bedroom unit Gas wall heater Q Single lock up garage

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Corporate Somerville

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THE ULTIMATE IN LIVING ENJOYMENT! Overlooking the sandy shore of Fishermans beach with expansive sea views from both levels. Currently used as a Bed & Breakfast that produces a substantial yearly income. This superb home has so much to offer including 70 squares over 3 levels with lift, 4 double bedrooms all with ensuites plus 2 powders rooms, 2 living areas, quality kitchen with S/S appliances including built in coffee machine and steam oven, study, large gym, climate controlled wine cellar, 10 seater outdoor spa, 3.5 car garage plus storage and electronic gate, intercom and CCTV camera.

AUCTION: Saturday 6th of February at 2pm Inspect: By appointment or as advertised

Vivienne Spencer 0409 558597 330508 Karin Mander 0409

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485 MORNINGTON-TYABB RD, MOOROODUC

1 KOOPALANDA CLOSE, RED HILL SOUTH

“KINGS PARK” - 27.5 AC (APPROX) Close to nearby racecourse and training precincts, ‘Kings Park’ combines quality thoroughbred agistment facilities with an enviable lifestyle that includes a 4BR plus study residence in a lush garden and pool-side setting, and a separate cottage. This multi-faceted property offers new owners a viable income stream if they wish or the platform to use property for other equestrian pursuits. It features up to 31 post & rail fenced paddocks with shelters in an easily managed layout, a range of shedding and an excellent bore water supply.

THE BEST LOCATION IN RED HILL With the best location in Red Hill, this property offers: 4 bedrooms each with built in robes, the generous main bedroom with ensuite & additional sitting room; open plan living with an open fire place, kitchen with tiled floor and stainless steel appliances, fully fenced back yard with 2 sheds, a small chook run & kids cubby house. Situated on approx ½ an acre at the end of a quiet country street next door to kids play park.

For Sale: Offers above $2,200,000

For Sale: $800,000

Inspect: By Appointment

Inspect: As advertised or by appointment Cameron McDonald 0418 330 916

220 Main Street, Mornington 5976 5900

Shop 11, Bentons Square, Mornington 5976 8899

Jodie Makepeace 5983 5509

Shop 14, Balnarring Village 5983 5509

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VACANT LAND

51 BELEURA HILL ROAD, MORNINGTON RARE BELEURA BEACHSIDE LAND A rare opportunity to secure a 552m2 vacant allotment with an exclusive Beleura Hill address. With access via a private driveway, this level block offers total privacy from the street. Become part of millionaire’s row as the other surrounding prestigious homes are nearing completion. Walk to beautiful Mills beach, the local Beleura Hill shops, or become a member of Mornington’s stunning Golf club.

For Sale: $550,000 Inspect: Contact Agent

Chris 0419 397 835 KarinGarrett Mander 0409 597 508

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370 BALLARTO ROAD, SKYE

7 FEDRA STREET, MOUNT MARTHA

FIRST HOME BUYERS – INVESTORS Astute buyers only need to consider this opportunity – construction is soon to commence with 16 townhouses available and only 10 being offered to purchase now (of which 1 has been SOLD), this amazing development of 2 bedroom townhouses comes complete with views across to Port Phillip Bay. Live in or invest and with a late 2016 – early 2017 completion this could be your entry opportunity for investment or your own home. Plans and Inclusions are available in our office.

PRIVACY AT ITS BEST Designed by its current owner, this home offers a generously proportioned main bedroom with a large WIR and ensuite that opens out to a separate patio. Two more bedrooms have BIR’s and share the main bathroom. There is a formal lounge, and the sunny, open plan kitchen has a wealth of bench space and features stainless steel appliances. From the famiily meals area you step out to a large alfresco area, shaded and protected by a quality, folding-arm awning.

For Sale: From $390,000 - $410,000

For Sale: $530,000 - $570,000

Inspect: As advertised or by appointment

Inspect: As advertised or by appointment Chris Garrett 0419 397 835

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Shop 11, Bentons Square, Mornington 5976 8899

Chris Garrett 0419 397 835

Shop 14, Balnarring Village 5983 5509

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5 SOMME AVENUE, FRANKSTON

UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY - OLIVERS HILL Architecturally designed with privacy in mind this magnificent home is set maximising the view over Port Phillip Bay to Melbourne and surrounds. UPSTAIRS - The kitchen and living area sprawl across the front of the home taking in the glorious view. The main bedroom with ensuite and WIR has its own private balcony with bay view; the other 2 bedrooms also have their own private balconies. DOWNSTAIRS - a 2nd living space plus the added bonus of a 4th bedroom that could easily be divided into two to create a 5th bedroom or home office. The oversized 4 car remote garage with internal access is perfect for the Jet Skiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s or hobby car.

For Sale: Expressions Of Interest (Closing 15th January 2016) Inspect: Strictly By Appointment Only

Chris 0419 397 835 KarinGarrett Mander 0409 597 508

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3/60 MITCHELL STREET, MORNINGTON

4 DECK TERRACE, SAFETY BEACH

GET IN EARLY Located beach side Mornington this near new, rear of 3 units is perfect as a first home or investment. Featuring 3 fantastic sized bedrooms with a two way bathroom off the main bedroom. A central kitchen with stainless steel appliances is the hub of the home overlooking the meals and lounge and then out to the low maintenance courtyard, perfect for sitting in the sun. Ducted heating and split system cooling add to the comforts of this home along with a double remote garage with internal access. Your inspection is a must.

THEREâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NO SHORTAGE OF SPACE HERE! Five bedroom family home of grand proportions, designed to accommodate the largest of families. Spread out over 3 levels, 3 bathrooms plus separate powder room, a study or home office and the perfect teenage retreat or rumpus room complete with wet bar. The gourmet kitchen on the upper level features stone bench tops, stainless steel Bosch appliances and a walk in pantry. Sit back and relax on one of the extensive balconies and soak up the views of Port Phillip Bay, Arthurs Seat and beyond.

For Sale: $470,000 -$510,000

For Sale: $875,000

Inspect: As advertised or by appointment

Inspect: As advertised or by appointment Chris Garrett 0419 397 835

220 Main Street, Mornington 5976 5900

Shop 11, Bentons Square, Mornington 5976 8899

Stuart Cox 0417 124 707

Shop 14, Balnarring Village 5983 5509

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JUST LISTED

80 VICTORIA STREET, SAFETY BEACH ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL HOME IN PRIVATE GARDEN SETTING. Modern, elegant and impressive, this lovely property is positioned in the desirable seaside locale of Safety Beach and offers an enviable coastal and convenient lifestyle. With stylish interiors and immaculate presentation, the home features: three double bedrooms (master with en-suite and walk in robe), formal lounge room, modern and well equipped kitchen, large dining alcove with vaulted ceiling, fabulous family room, double remote garage with internal access, gas ducted heating, & cooling, polished timber floors, outdoor entertaining area and established, private and manicured gardens. Located at the end of a cul-de-sac and just minutes from beaches, shops, golf course and Dromanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cafe strip this property will well suit those who demand the best!

For Sale: $760,000 - $820,000 Inspect: As advertised or by appointment

Susan Clavin 0417 141 007

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168/150 TYABB ROAD, MORNINGTON

7 YUILLES ROAD, MORNINGTON

RETIRING? BEAUTIFUL MODERN STRATA UNIT WITH LARGE COURYARD A wonderful lifestyle choice for enjoyment, privacy, security and support. Located in The Mornington Retirement Village, this spacious and beautifully presented 2BR Strata titled independent living unit features an open plan lounge and dining room accessing a paved alfresco entertaining area, well equipped modern kitchen with extra cupboards, built-in robes to both bedrooms separate bathroom & laundry, single garage with internal access, air conditioning and gas wall furnace, plus new carpet throughout.

ONE WITH THE LOT (PLUS PINEAPPLE) This 3 bedroom residence combines a seamless blend of modern fittings and fixtures with ample space that will more than satisfy every familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs, whilst the spacious and separate office/business area is fully equipped with built-in cabinetry and includes kitchenette and powder room. Located close to vibrant Main Street, this property has been realistically priced and will ideally suit a professional couple looking to re-locate their family and business to a fantastic lifestyle.

For Sale: $380,000 -$420,000

For Sale: $920,000 - $960,000

Inspect: As advertised or by appointment

Inspect: As advertised or by appointment Susan Clavin 0417 141 007

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Simon Farrar 0412 734 130

Shop 14, Balnarring Village 5983 5509

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OUR feet and legs are two of our bodies most complex and relied upon structures, yet they’re often the most neglected. So we asked the experts at Foot & Leg Pain Clinics for some tips to help keep you on your feet throughout 2016! 1. Always get foot and leg pain or soreness checked by an experienced Sports or Musculoskeletal Podiatrist. Simple soreness can be a symptom of more serious underlying issues and a podiatrist with expertise in Musculoskeletal issues has the most appropriate and specific skills to deal with such issues. 2. Evaluate your footwear. Summer footwear such as thongs and slips-ons can be stressful to the feet. Choose shoes with straps or laces that hold to the feet, and have decent cushioning and support, especially for prolonged activity. 3. Choose activity/sport appropriate shoes for sport & recreational activities. 4. Don’t rely on technological advances in footwear to treat pain & discomfort or decrease risk of injury. Proper advice and treatment from an appropriate podiatrist is the best way to prevent and treat problems. 5. Women can choose better high heel options. If you have to wear high heels try a wedge heel for more support/stability, also look for shoe straps with a bit of substance for extra support. 6. Don’t buy shoes that require a “break-in period”. Shoes should be comfortable immediately.

7. Shop for footwear at the end of the day to accommodate for normal swelling. Feet can swell by up to 10% during the course of a day. 8. Be careful of off-theshelf foot products including mass produced orthotics, innersoles and arch supports. Only devices prescribed by an experienced musculoskeletal or sports podiatrist should be used to ensure they are correct, effective and safe. 9. If you’ve been advised you require surgery or medications for any foot, knee or leg concerns, get a second opinion. Thanks to the latest medical research and treatments most surgery can be avoided. Regenerative therapies such as Prolotherapy and PRP, as well as a proven holistic approach can assist most foot & leg pain and injuries without the need for surgery, anti-inflammatory medications and cortisone injections, which have recently been proven to delay healing and/or cause further tissue damage in many cases. Better, safer alternatives are now available to assist pain, injury and degenerative concerns. Following these handy hints should help you to stay pain free and active throughout 2016! If you do suffer any foot and leg pain or injuries throughout the year, Foot & Leg Pain Clinics in Mt Eliza, Rosebud and Moorabbin can help. Call 1300 328 300. Mention this article when booking for $50 OFF initial consultations.

Heart disease & hearing I HOPE everyone has thoroughly enjoyed the festive season with their family and friends, and are now ready to embrace a fresh year with new goals and challenges in 2016. Unfortunately, weight gain over the Christmas period is very common, with the average Australian expected to gain between 0.8 – 1.5kg during this time, according to Nutrition Australia. Although this may not sound like much weight, researchers have shown that this weight gain over Christmas is often not lost. Nearly two-thirds of Australians are currently classified as overweight or obese. Along with unintentional weight gain, this can further increase an individual’s risk of heart disease, which is the single biggest killer of Australians. Luckily, we have a heart disease detection device in our body – the cochlear (the organ for hearing). Recent research indicates that hearing loss at the lower pitches of sound can be used as an ‘early marker’ for heart diseases because it is thought that our hearing is highly sensitive, and any abnormalities to the blood flow can affect its function. Therefore, it is important to take advantage of the body’s early indicators of hearing loss to assist with early detection, treatment and rehabilitation. This highlights the importance of regular hearing checks, especially if you are already at risk of heart disease due to other risk factors such as: smoking, high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, diabetes, being inactive, being overweight, and having an unhealthy diet. Furthermore, the Australian Heart Foundation have

highlighted that depression, social isolation and a lack of good quality support can also increase your risk of heart disease. So, if you feel that this may apply to you, please contact our office for a comprehensive hearing assessment and discuss on how we can help you improve your hearing and overall quality of life. If you are going to make a change this year, make it hearing. Stay Tuned Hearing – Mt Eliza.

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100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...

Sad farewell to Somerville teacher Compiled by Melissa Walsh AN extraordinary meeting of the Somerville Fruitgrowers Horticultural and Agricultural Association will be held on Monday next, at 8 p.m, in the Somerville Hall, to consider the advisability of holding the annual show and other business. Ladies are cordially invited to attend. *** MR James St George Sproule, youngest son of Mrs Sproule, Flinders, and the late Mr James Sproule has obtained a commission in the Royal Field artillery. He was wounded four times in Gallipoli and went to England after diphtheria, where he now is to train. *** ANNIVERSARY services in connection with the Frankston Methodist Church will be held on Tuesday next, when the Rev. R. Bradbury, of Balaclava, will preach at 11 a.m., 3 and 7 p.m. On Monday evening a public meeting will be held in the church, for which a good programme is being arranged. Collections will be taken up at each service in aid of the Trust Funds. *** OWING to legal technicalities, the proposed poll of ratepayers with regard to the granting of powers to the Frankston Gas Company to supply electricity to the Shire of Frankston and Hastings for lighting and power purposes, has been postponed to a date to be fixed. In a future issue a fresh advertisement will appear and

we reserve further comment upon the subject until its appearance. *** AT the commencement of the year the Presbyterian body determined to inaugurate regular Sunday services at Frankston, and the Rev. Neil McDonald, who has been stationed at Somerville for some time, was deputed the task. Considerable success has attended the rev. gentleman’s efforts, and for the last two Sundays good congregations have assembled in the Mechanics’ Hall. For the present these services will be held every Sunday morning, commencing at 11 o’clock. *** SINCE the heavy engagements in which the Australians took part in Gallipoli on August 8, Private Noel Edgeworth Somers has been reported missing. He is the eldest son of Dr Edgworth Somers, of Mornington, and was attached to the 14th Battalion. He is 22 years of age, and was educated at the Royal Naval College, Osborne, Isle of Wight, and at Stonyhurst, England. *** A good house attended at the Frankston Mechanics’ Hall on Tuesday evening, when a good Bioscope Show was screened by Rankin’s Picture Co. The pictures were good and very plain and distinct. During the evening several young girls did a profitable trade by selling baskets of homemade lollies. The entertainment was promoted by

the Local Branch of the Red Cross Society, and the funds wll be benefited to the extent of £10 or over Dr Maxwell spoke on the good work done by the Society, and the necessity of not growing cold and lax in continuing the same, as long as the war lasted. *** ON Saturday evening next the members of the Mornington Amateur Dramatic Club will give an entertainment in the Somerville Mechanics’ Hall in aid of the Red Cross Society. The programme will consist of 3 one act Comediettas, “ Snowed up with a Duchess,” “The Kleptomaniac,” and “Their New Paying Guest.” The members of the Club playing in this entertainment are all young ladies of Mornington. The plays are spoken of as being most amusing and apart from the patriotic purpose that the funds are to be devoted to, should ensure a full house. *** THE bazaar held during the Xmas holidays in the Mechanics’ Hall, Frankston, in aid of the local Catholic Church was highly successful. The ladies of the congregation had got together a large number of articles, both useful and ornamental, and the stall-holders and their assistants were kept busy disposing of these to their patrons, and by the time of closing on New Year’s night, the stalls were pretty well empty. As secretary, Miss J. Hogan did a large amount of work, and the suc-

cess of the function, in a great measure, was due to this young lady’s efforts. After all expenses are met there will be a considerable balance left to go towards the church funds. *** OLD patrons of the Frankston Sports were pleased to see that Captain Sherlock was so far recovered from his serious accident as to be present at the sports for a while and renew acquaintances. He was the recipient of many hand shakes and congratulations. Mr R. T. Pickieg, who has left the district, was also welcomed back and gladly given a place on the committee, where he worked as energetically as ever. Mr W. Pettit, a former secretary of the club, again paid the old spot a visit, and was welcomed by many old friends. Mr F. Jolly, though not a competitor this year, travelled from Queensland, and spent the Xmas holiday quietly with his parents in Frankston. He mentioned to us previous to his leaving on his return, that he would in all probability be with us again in time for the 1917 sports, and if all went well, would take a part in some of the athletic events, at which he is no mean expert. *** MR G. W. Reed, who has been State School teacher at Somerville for the last 8 or 9 years, has been transferred to a school in the Ballarat district. His going will be very severely felt by the residents, as both Mrs Reed and himself have made themselves very

popular during their stay in the district. In musical circles Mr Reed took a prominent part, and the concerts of his pupils, organised by himself, will long be remembered as special treats. Mr Reed also took a lively interest in the various organizations of the town, being president of the Fruitgrowers’ Association for the current year and also chairman of the Mechanics’ Institute committee, and was very energetic in all movements connected with the recruiting campaign. It is much to he regretted that a few days before leaving he met with the great misfortune of having his house and furniture destroyed by fire. The family were away from home on the evening of the occurrence and before anything could be done towards extinguishing the flames, the fire had gained such a hold that every thing was destroyed, nothing being saved but what they were then wearing. The cause of the fire is unknown. *** WE again call attention to an advertisement in another column stating that steps are being taken in the Shire in response to the Federal Recruiting Appeal. A local committee has been formed consisting of all the Shire Councillors, with the president, Cr Griffeth, as chairman, and the Shire Secretary, Mr J. E. Jones, as hon. sec. All communications should be addressed to the Shire Recruiting Committee, Somerville. *** From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 15 January, 1916

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THE MEANING OF EXISTENCE... AND OTHER SHORT STORIES

The paranoid android anxiety complex By Stuart McCullough IT was inevitable, I suppose. At some point I was always going to raise the white flag and succumb. After all, you can only resist for so long. Besides, our fourth anniversary loomed and, according to Wikipedia, such occasions are celebrated with gifts of linen, silk or appliances. If you can find an appliance made of linen and silk, I suppose that would be ideal, but they are few and far between. Next year it’s ‘wood’, which doesn’t sound especially promising, but this year is gizmos and gadgets. These were the heightened circumstances under which I finally relented and bought a robot vacuum cleaner. The thing about robot vacuum cleaners is that, in every way imaginable, they suck. Indeed, that’s their job. With our anniversary looming, I dutifully trotted off to the appliance store and waited around in the vain hope of some service. I wasn’t sure of its official title but figured it was probably something along the lines of the ‘Sucktastic 2000’, ‘Megatronic Swallow Machine’ or the ‘Dirtinator’ and explained all this to the shop assistant using flamboyant hand gestures to get my point across. She seemed to understand what I was asking for. Having been freed from its box and unleashed in our home, it now lurks like a digital turtle in one corner of the room, feeding on electricity until the moment it decides to spring into action. The first time it happened, both and I the dog were somewhat startled. It’s often said that animals can sense evil and, in the case of our dog Fozzie,

anything that involves food, but it’s rare that she and I both react to things the same way. For example, the dog often goes completely berserk when a bird lands in the backyard, whereas I have thus far been able to maintain my composure. Similarly, I have been known to abandon my serenity when accidentally coming across ‘The Bolt Report’ when, to her credit, our dog remains relatively un-phased. There was a gentle hum emanating from the living room. It sounded as though the evaporative cooling system had climbed out of the roof and was going for a walk. I took a peak around a doorframe only to see it buzzing back and forth like nobody’s business, sucking up unsuspecting dust and any-

thing I might have left lying around. I’m not sure why I found the sight of it so unsettling. It’s the first time I’ve owned an appliance that does whatever it wants, whenever it likes. I’ve seen 2001: A Space Odyssey and although I can’t pretend that I understood it, I know that computers who think for themselves are nothing but trouble. If I was suspicious, the dog was even worse; slinking off to the bathroom to lie on the tiles and wait it out. As the mysterious creature rolled around the floor, it did so in a pattern detectable only to itself. Then, after a time, it decided it’d had enough and began the journey back to the charging station where it promptly fell asleep. There are two ways you can look at

this. Either it’s a great technological advance that frees us from the tyranny of regular vacuuming or it’s an artefact of a dystopian future made real. I strongly suspect the latter may be the case. Truth is, I don’t trust the Sucktastic 2000. Not one little bit. It’s an uneasy feeling. I return home from work each day and I wonder what on earth it’s been up to. You can’t tell me that a life form so evolved, so technologically advanced is just lying around on a charger all day. I know it’s up to something. Sometimes I get the sense that things have moved or been re-arranged ever so slightly. Just the other day, I couldn’t find the little iPod I take when I go for a jog and, inevitably, my suspicions turned to the robot

vacuum. It is, I feel, beginning to mess with my mind. I’m overwhelmed by disquiet. As though I am constantly under surveillance, being judged by the Sucktastic 2000 who never so much as says a word. Not even ‘hello’. The dog and I are united on this. We must band together to resist the rising despotism of the appliances as they attempt their mechanical insurrection in which they endeavour to crush the human spirit like a pre-loved can of Solo abandoned on the roadside beneath the giant gumboot of destiny. Secretly, I think I can get the regular vacuum on side who is now at serious risk of being out of a job. For now, I’m biding my time. Indeed, I will bide my time until it lodges a complaint and I am forced to release back into the wild. I am, of course, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. Sadly, it has yet to arise. That’s because robots may power down, but they never really sleep. Meanwhile, the Sucktastic remains mute whilst moving my things whenever I’m not looking. On the one hand, if I take off my shoes I might be able to sneak up behind it and catch it unawares. Then again, maybe it has a fully functioning weapons system and will blow my sorry self to smithereens if I do. It’s a risk. Perhaps it’s better to do nothing. Even if, like the appliance itself, that truly sucks. Sleep with one eye open, robot vacuum. You’ve made yourself a powerful enemy. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

Mornington hosts Silvers Circus in 2016 ESTABLISHED in 1976, Silvers Circus provides world class family entertainment and fun. With extraordinary artists continually arriving from all parts of the world, Silvers are proud of the everchanging program they are able to present. After nearly three decades on the road, Silvers is a household name in Australia. They still maintain the sparkle, glamour and death-defying acts expected of Australia’s premier circus. The 2 hour action-packed show, featuring Ringmaster and Master of Illusions Simon Tait, will also include the Wheel of Steel. A young man with nerves of Steel, Dominik Gasser will run, jump, skip and flip through a routine of sheer physical audacity. Its wheels oscillate and revolve from ground level to dizzying heights – such a spectacle is bound to leave you chewing your nails and squirming in your seats. Also... clowns. Expect the unexpected. They’re guaranteed to tickle the funny bone, as is the circus’ latest addition to their repertoire of physical and comedic exploits. It’s called the Bicycle Act. Justin Valise, its demonstrator, is a professional idiot, specialising in stupidity and acrobatics on a bicycle. Trained at the school of hard knocks and inspired by Murphy’s Law (what can go wrong will go wrong), Justin has created an act that wrestles with the unexpected and really raises the bar. With hard work and some measure of good fortune, Justin has managed to combine the theatricality of a modern day fool with the physical skills of an acrobat to create distinctive and engaging entertainment. For tickets to 2016’s Silvers Circus, see Ticketmaster or call the circus direct on 0413 880 044 or 0400 456 157. MPNG have ten family passes to give away (2 adults & 2 children) to the 11am performance on Saturday Jan 16. To enter, email: communityevents@mpnews.com.au Please include your name, a contact number, and your favourite circus act.

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Fight is on in Provincial PROVINCIAL By IT Gully THE fight for a place in the 2015/16 MPCA Provincial finals is well and truly on following the first game of the New Year on Saturday. Whilst Peninsula Old Boys locked away top spot and a home final after smashing Rye, there are a further eight teams that have genuine claims of finishing in the top four. Just one match separates secondplaced Long Island (56 points) from ninth-placed Langwarrin (44). The team to beat this season, Sorrento, lost again on Saturday at the hands of the Islanders. The Sorras are just eight points outside of the top four, however. Langwarrin gave itself every opportunity to come to the party with a late charge after beating Moorooduc.

Batting first, Moorooduc was 3/8 and 7/24 at one stage, before Sam Adams (42) and Adam Bayly (21) gave their bowlers something to defend (96). Adam Campbell was superb for the home side, snaring 4/14 from 10 overs, whilst brother and coach Trav Campbell picked up 2/17. Matt Prosser finished off the innings with a 2.5 over spell, to finish with figures of 2/2. Prosser finished unbeaten on 40, while a returning Al Davie hit eight fours in his innings of 36. Langwarrin got the runs (1/99) in 27 overs. Adrian Mack also returned for the Kangas and finished with figures of 1/20 from seven overs. Somerville moved back inside the top four at the expense of opponent Crib Point. The Magpies lost the toss and were

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Rowe bowled five overs for a return of 4/32 and was the catalyst in the win after Main Ridge appeared to be in control at 6/180. Seaford is one game outside the top four after picking up the win against Delacombe Park. The Parkers were bowled out in the 28th over. Shane Deal was explosive, netting 71 after the visitors were 7/78. Paul Hartle wound back the clock for Seaford and snared 4/31 from 8.5 overs. Seaford got the runs (4/153) in the 28th over, with Faisal Payenda scoring 63. Heatherhill too is just a game outside the top bracket after beating Carrum. They made 8/163 with Kristian Miller top scoring with 34 and Christian Heath getting 29. The Lions were rolled for 148 in the 38th over. Ben Davies picked up 3/25 in his first senior match while Jake Theobold claimed 3/29. Seaford Tigers picked up the 12 points after beating Mt Martha. The Reds batted first and were restricted to 99 in 38.3 overs. Jake Smart top scored with 25. Matt Meagher, Corey Hand, Ash Mills and Darren James all picked up two wickets each. The Tigers were in some early trouble at 5/37 before Meagher (30) and David James (20*) got them home (8/102).

Moorooduc to water: Despite some stellar efforts, Moorooduc only managed to score 96 runs and were quickly overrun by Langwarrin. Picture: Andrew Hurst

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sent in to bat and were bowled out in the second last over of their innings for 100. Neil Clark hit 41. Blake Terlaak and Brenton Alp finished with 3/11 and 3/27 respectively for the Eagles while Russell Wilkes and Nick Marshall claimed 2/21 and 2/18 respectively. The Eagles got the runs six wickets down, with Jack Barbour scoring 25. Luke Herrington and Brad Davidson each picked up a couple of wickets for the Magpies. Mt Eliza started-off the New Year in fine fashion, winning its second game of the season against Pines. The Mounties batted first and limped to 8/117. Keith Biggs top scored for the home team with 39 while Justin Grant hit 31. Pat Jackson was the pick of the Pinersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; bowlers with 3/14 and Craig Entwhistle picked up 3/21. In reply, Pines was bowled out for

93 with Rob Maskiell snaring 4/27 and Nick Baron and Grant getting a couple of wickets each. Entwhisle top scored against his old side with 42 for Pines. Baxter picked up an important win against Mornington, leaving the Doggies 20 points outside the top four in 10th place on the ladder. It was a must-win game for the Dogs and it now looks like their season is just about finished. The Dogs batted first on their home deck and set a more than reasonable target of 7/147. Luke Popov top scored with 49 and Brad McDonald hit 28 batting at three. Dale Irving and Chamika Sattambi claimed 3/38 and 3/29 respectively for Baxter. Chris Brittain opened the Baxter innings with 90 runs, getting his side over the line with the help of brother Ben, who was unbeaten on 25.

At one stage, Baxter was in real trouble at 6/40 before finishing the Dogs off in the 37th over eight wickets down (8/152). Michael Heib and Glenn Wood took two wickets each for the Dogs. Wade Pelzer smacked 103 and Dylan Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Malley scored 80 as Peninsula Old Boys set Rye a massive target of 6/243. In reply, Rye were bowled-out in the 26th over for 78, before losing another four wickets in their second innings. Adam Jones picked up 4/32 in the first innings and 2/10 in the second. Eivion Bowen took 3/7 from four overs in the first innings. In the final game, Sorrento was bowled out for 116 in the 37th overs against Long Island. The visitors then replied with 2/119 in 22.4 overs.

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Balnarring back in the race SUB-DISTRICT By IT Gully A REAL race for a place in the finals has developed in MPCA Sub District cricket following the opening match of the New Year. While Dromana and Hastings are nestled nicely in the top two spots on the ladder, there are now six clubs who have claims on the final two positions. Balnarring is back in the race after knocking over Rosebud in a high scoring clash. The Buds won the toss and elected to bat at Balnarring Reserve and looked to do everything right on their way to 7/192. Billy Quigley was superb with 72 batting at three, Matt Maher contributed 28 and Kane Donald scored 23. The best of the Balnarring bowlers were Mitch Kleinig (2/46) and Michael Griese (2/35). However, despite the strong total, the Saints were able to hunt it down. The home side finished with 7/193 off 37 overs. Andrew Shannon top scored for the Saints with an unbeaten 54 while Mark Walles hit 49.

The final hurdle: Langwarrin appeal in their pre-finals win over Moorooduc. Saturday’s victory locks them in as finals contenders. Picture: Andrew Hurst

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MORNINGTON MITSUBISHI

2015

PLATE SALE DEALS YOU CAN'T KEEP TO YOURSELF.

FREE AUTO UPGRADE3 A

N C A P

Rated★★★★★

ASX LS 2WD PETROL

• 18" ALLOY WHEELS • REVERSING CAMERA • TOUCH SCREEN AUDIO

FREE 16"ALLOYS

& REVERSE CAMERA +

• 3 TONNE TOWING • BLUETOOTH® CONNECTIVITY • 7 AIRBAGS • SIDE STEPS

DRIVE AWAY

$500 FREE GENUINE ACCESSORIES4

$1,000 ABN REBATE 2

36,990

TRITON GLX 4X4 $ DOUBLE CAB DIESEL

25,000

DRIVE AWAY

HUGE DEMO CLE LEARANCE CLEARANCE

27,990

OUTLANDER LS 2WD $ • • • •

REVERSING CAMERA 7 AIRBAGS TOUCH SCREEN AUDIO BLUETOOTH® CONNECTIVITY

DRIVE AWAY

PAJERO 4WD

• REVERSING CAMERA • 7 SEATS • SMARTPHONE LINK DISPLAY AUDIO EXCEED MODEL SHOWN

188 MORNINGTON MITSUBISHI 41 Tyabb Road, Mornington | PHONE: 5975 5188 A/H (Jan) 0409 427 974 | www.morningtonmitsubishi.com.au u

! o o t l a c o l e r We’ Join us on:

LMCT 10467

See mitsubishi-motors.com.au for further information. While stocks last. Mornington Mitsubishi reserves the right to extend or modify these offers. Offers available on new 2015 build plated vehicles purchased & delivered between between 1 and 31 January 2016 unless offers extended. Excludes Govt., Rental & National Fleet buyers. See participating dealers for full terms and conditions. 1. 2015 build plated stock. Excludes Govt., Rental & National Fleet buyers. Manual. Recommended Drive Away selling price, including 12 months registration, CTP insurance, Stamp Duty & Dealer Delivery. Premium paint $550 extra. 2. Excludes Govt, Rental and National Fleet buyers. Proof of ABN certification required. 3. Buy manual and receive free upgrade to automatic transmission valued at $2,000 on 15.5MY ASX LS 2WD Petrol. 4. $500 free Genuine Mitsubishi accessories on 2015 Build Outlander includes fitment labour and must be redeemed at point of sale. DIAMOND ADVANTAGE: † NEW VEHICLE WARRANTY: 5 years or 100,000km (whichever occurs first). Service conditions apply. *4 years or 60,000km (whichever occurs first). Covers all items specified under the standard “Regular Service Table” for normal operating conditions detailed in the service and warranty booklet. Additional service/repair items (if required) are at additional cost. ^ROADSIDE ASSIST (Service conditions apply). For purchases of new Mitsubishi vehicles, your initial 12 month roadside assist will be extended for a period of 12 months from the date of the most recent eligible Capped Price Service for that vehicle performed at an authorised Mitsubishi dealer. Roadside assist, if extended in accordance with these items, is available for a maximum of up to 5 years. Conditions apply. See mitsubishi-motors.com.au for further information.

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WESTERNPORT HOLDEN’S

FAMOUS...

HURRY, SALE ENDS MON 18 JAN!

5 YEAR WARRANTY * 5 YEARS ROADSIDE ASSIST + A HUGE FACTORY BONUS

ON ALL 2015 PLATED NEW & DEMO VEHICLES

44,990

+$2,000 PLATE BONUS

DRIVEAWAY

COLORADO LTZ 4x4 CREW CAB PICKUP MANUAL • 3.5 TONNE TOWING CAPACITY • REAR PARK ASSIST • ALLOY SPORTS BAR

36,990

DRIVEAWAY

+$2,000 PLATE BONUS

19,990

DRIVEAWAY WITH FREE AUTO

CAPTIVA 7 LTZ

CRUZE EQUIPE

• ELECTRIC SUNROOF • SATELLITE NAVIGATION • LEATHER APPOINTED SEATS

• MYLINK INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM WITH 7" COLOUR TOUCH-SCREEN ^ • REAR PARK ASSIST • 17" ALLOY WHEELS (4)

+$1,000 PLATE BONUS

Max sale price on 1. 2015 Plated Colorado LTZ 4x4 Crew Cab Pick Up Manual 2. 2015 plated MY15 Captiva 7 LTZ petrol automatic 3. 2015 plated Cruze Equipe 1.8L petrol manual or automatic hatch or sedan sold between 13/01/2016 - 16/01/2016 (All states except NSW/ACT/VIC), 15/01/16y only. y Not available with other offers. *5 yyear/130,000 , 18/01/16 ((NSW/ACT/VIC)) and delivered before 31/01/2016 unless extended, changed or while stocks last at participating Holden Dealers. Private or ABN buyers km warrantyy ((whichever occurs first)) and +5 yyears roadside assistance from date of vehicle registration. #Factory bonus redeemed at point of sale. P yLink ink ffor or compatible phones only. Plate bonus redeemed at point of sale. While stocks last at Westernport Holden. ^ MyL MyLink

CLEARANCE TRADIES SPECIAL POWER WINDOWS

CRUISE CONTROL FRONT RECLINING BUCKET SEATS

REAR PARK ASSIST

BLUETOOTH® CONNECTIVITY

LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL

HALOGEN HEADLAMPS

TRAILER SWAY CONTROL (TSC)

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS)

HILL START ASSIST

ELECTRONIC C O C BRAKEFORCE DISTRIBUTION ((EBD))

16” STEEL WHEELS ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) BLACK DOOR SIDE MOULDING

(6 SPD. MANUAL)

$33,990

FROM

DRIVE D RIVE AWAY AWAY

$148

PER # WEEK

AIR CONDITIONING ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS)

COLORADO LS CREW CAB 2.8LT TURBO DIESEL *Some pictures for illustration purposes only. #Finance to approved purchasers based on corporate hire purchase (for business purposes only) over 60 months at 10.95% with 20% deposit, no balloon payment.

2041 Frankston-Flinders Rd, HASTINGS

5979 4433 WESTERNPORT HOLDEN Ph: www.westernportholden.com.au “ W H E R E T H E C U S T O M E R A LW AY S W I N S ”

email: info@westernportholden.com.au LMCT10002

Private or ABN buyers only. Not available with other offers. Offer ends 18 January 2016 unless extended. *Some pictures for illustration purposes only.

Ryan Kissick Business Manager 0418 522 908

Brett Power Gen. Sales Manager 0448 664 375

Colin Beel Des Kissick Corporate Manager Dealer Principal New & Used Western Port News 12 January 2016

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UP TO

OFF

CUSTOM BUILT FURNITURE

MARLEY 3str sofa

MARLEY 3.75str sofa

was $2030

was $2280

1499

1699

ELLEN 3.5str sofa

ELLEN 2.5str sofa

was $2548

was $2145

1899

1599

KINGSTON dining table 2100x1050mm was $2573

1999

SALE OF THE YEAR NOW ON!

peninsula home 1128 - 1132 nepean hwy, mornington phone 03 5973 4899 PAGE 52

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