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Letter from the 2016 President On behalf of the Western Port Festival, we would like to warmly welcome you, your friends and family to the 47th Western Port Festival, to be held on the Hastings Foreshore, 19-21 February 2016.

The Western Port Festival is all about bringing the Western Port community together for what is the largest event on the Mornington Peninsula events calendar. It’s also one of only a handful of remaining community festivals in Victoria which is entirely volunteer run and free to attend!

This year, we will be commemorating the 950th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, 10662016. This is a nod to our humble origins as a community event. For those unaware, the first Western Port Festival (October 14th 1969) was held in response to a request by the then Mayor of Hastings, England for townships around the world to hold a ‘Hastings Day’, which had a purpose of providing a day of free entertainment to the citizens of people living in towns and regions called ‘Hastings’ in various countries around the world.

The first event in Hastings, Victoria was attended by the former Australian Prime Minister (in his capacity as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports) Sir Robert Menzies, who planted a commemorate tree on the lawns of the then offices of the Shire of Hastings, and gave a speech at the Hastings Town Hall. Hastings Day (now Western Port Festival) was created with the intention of doing something good for the community, on the anniversary day of something which changed the history of the world as we know it.

In addition to our commemorative theme, the volunteers of the Western Port Festival have been working tirelessly behind the scenes, meticulously planning to make this year, bigger and better than ever.

We are going BIG with free kids entertainment and activities all weekend long! A massive outdoor cinema will feature on the Friday night with the movie Oddball, and our kids corner will be busy Saturday and Sunday with balloons, prize giveaways, free animal farm, free face painting,

mini golf, stilt walking, art & craft, outdoor board games to name a few, and don’t forget the Teddy Bears Picnic on Sunday morning!

A new feature to the Western Port Festival in 2016 is the NCWF Wrestling Arena, which will feature wrestlers from around Victoria, battling it out for the inaugural Battle of Hastings Wrestling title!

Other features of the festival weekend include the Street Parade, Battle of the Bands, LOCAL live music, Classic Car Show, fireworks display, scooter competition, Miss Western Port Pageant, Wood Chop Competition, freestyle motocross, archery lessons, steam truck rides, Model Aircraft Air Show, carnival rides, our favourite community stalls, displays and much more.

I would also like to mention that this event wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support of our sponsors, every cent of this event is donated by sponsors and we’re extremely grateful to be given the opportunity to present such a wonderful event for our local community. Please support our festival by supporting

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our sponsors and don’t forget to thank them for their involvement!

Finally, I would like to express a sincere thank you to our great team of volunteers! Our volunteers are the lifeblood of this event- without their dedication and commitment for our local community over the last 6 months, we wouldn’t have this wonderful festival. We are always welcoming new volunteers to

the festival too, and if you are interested in getting involved, please contact us as we are always in need of help! Drop us a line at info@westernportfestival.org.au as we’d love to hear from you!

To summarise, It’s going to be a great weekend, but don’t take my word for it- come down and see for yourself!.

Chris McLennan, President 2016 Western Port Festival

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Miss Western Port Pageant 2016 – meet the finalists The Miss Western Port Pageant is now in its second year, with 7 local finalists all vying to become Miss Western Port 2016. The pageant is a personal development opportunity for women aged 15 – 28 years who live in the Western Port region, encouraging active involvement in the local community while being a positive role model. Local resident Jessica Martini, who is the title holder of Miss Australia International 2016, is the coordinator of the pageant and is a hard-working Western Port Festival committee member.

The finalists have been actively volunteering around Hastings and Western Port over the past few months – you may have seen them wearing their sashes at various events. They have been individually fundraising for charities close to their hearts, as well as fundraising for the Western Port Festival. They have raised over $600 collectively towards the 2016 Western Port Festival.

Other highlights of their journey are: a trip to The Summit, a team-building day of outdoor challenges; interviews on RPP FM; and the Preliminary judging event held in Hastings Hall, where over 60 people attended to see the entrants be judged on their poise and presence, interviewing skills and confidence. They are also judged on their community involvement, through creating a folio of appearances and details of any fundraising they have undertaken.

The finalists will be in the Western Port Festival Street Parade on Saturday 20 February, with the winner crowning ceremony afterwards at 1:30pm on the RPP FM Main Stage.

Miss Western Port 2015 – Mikaela Fowler

Mikaela is currently studying at RMIT and has high hopes of becoming a graphic designer. She has a desire to travel, and see the world to experience different cultures.

She has been working on getting more people involved in charity work and create more fundraising opportunities. As part of making this a reality, she became an ambassador for Little Dreamers.

She represented Western Port at the national finals of the 2015 Australia Galaxy Pageant in Queensland, and reached the top 10 out of 70 finalists. In 2015, she also had the once-ina-lifetime opportunity to study graphic design in the USA for a semester. “‘Life begins at the end of your comfort zone’ – this saying is so true, if I hadn’t have taken the leap to enter the Miss Western Port Pageant I wouldn’t be where I am today and doing the things I am. Taking that one leap gave me the confidence to take more. Put yourself forward, some people might say no… but guess what, some people might say yes!”

Mikaela is proudly sponsored by Saya Beaute Bar in Somerville.

2016 finalists Amanda Bann Amanda is an apprentice Chef and would one day like to have a restaurant of her own. Amanda has a passion for all things made and produced on the Peninsula.

Amanda likes to support small business and proudly uses Mornington Peninsula produce in her cooking and is very proud to share it with the public, including our tourists.

Amanda would like to help support struggling families with food support around Melbourne. Along with a passion for food, Amanda has a passion for travel and will be off to Hong Kong in 2016!

Amanda is proudly sponsored by Metalcorp Steel.

Mikaela is our first Miss Western Port, and was crowned at the 2015 Western Port Festival.

Chenee Foley Chenee is currently completing year 12 and looking forward to university next year with the aim of obtaining a business degree.

Chenee feels that while she is a very shy person, she hopes to become an example that anyone can do anything they put their mind to, no mater what the circumstances are.

Chenee is proudly sponsored by the Victorian Maritime Centre.

Hannah Swinnerton Hannah is passionate about raising awareness for mental health and anti-bullying, she is also an anti-bullying advocate for her local area.

She loves helping others and being a voice for the local community, Hannah also trains at the gym 3 days a week and absolutely loves boxing!

Hannah is proudly sponsored

by Harcourts Hastings & Beauty Exposed Boutique.

Holly Bann Holly’s pageant goal is to network within the community and create opportunities that provide encouragement and learning for a large variety of interests.

Holly has created a program run by volunteers that provide educational and recreational activities on the Peninsula to launch in 2016. Holly strives for the conservation of the Peninsula parks and encourages Ecotourism.

When not on the Peninsula Holly works with children of all ages, taking them on adventure based journeys across Victoria, Holly would one day like to develop a program for “Children at risk” that involve the teaching of important life skills.

Lily Warren Lily is a full time student studying a Bachelor of Nursing at Monash University and working part time as a barista, and waitress. She loves the ocean and enjoys a good run.

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Something that is very close to Lily’s heart is a passion for charity. As an individual this can often become lost as we gradually prioritise materialistic things over those we can’t hold in our hands. with her involvement pageant she was reminded of this passion she has for giving back to her community. It truly gave Lily the platform she needed to network in her local community and become involved in charities and volunteer work.

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Paris is a student at Toorak College and after completing VCE she intends to commence her university studies as she wishes to pursue a career as an equine management of horses.

Paris believes that she will make a positive impact on young women in our community. Paris would love to positively encourage girls to develop a positive self image through redefining beauty in their own terms, that is, ‘what makes you different is what makes you beautiful’.

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Holly is proudly sponsored by Dromana Estate.

Laura Reed Laura’s main goal throughout her Miss Western Port journey is to be a voice for animals and help educate people on the importance of our magnificent wildlife. She has recently begun volunteering for Wildlife Victoria in rescuing injured/orphaned wildlife and transporting them to a licensed wildlife carer or to the veterinary clinic if medical attention is required.

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An interesting fact about Laura is her passion and determination to learn and achieve her goals. For such a little person she certainly has a huge bite when it comes to animal cruelty.

Laura is proudly sponsored by Westernport Veterinary Clinic.

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Port of Hastings Free Outdoor Cinema Friday 19 February, 8:30pm Coates Hire Waterfront Arena Brought to you by Port of Hastings, watch Oddball under the stars on the foreshore – bring a picnic blanket!

A heart-warming true story about an eccentric chicken farmer who, with the help of his granddaughter, trains his mischievous dog to protect a wild penguin sanctuary and tries to reunite his family and save their seaside town.

Mornington Peninsula Shire Street Parade

ASA Scooter Competition Saturday 20 February, 10am–midday & 6pm–9pm Skate Park Arena The Australian Scooter Association will be running trials and qualifying competitions throughout the day, including the pro scooters under lights. This competition will draw all the best riders in Victoria and from interstate.

NCWF Wrestling: The Battle of Hastings Friday 19 February, 7pm Saturday 20 February, 2pm & 7pm (MAIN EVENT) Sunday 21 February, 11am & 1pm NCWF Arena (near the carnival rides)

Our annual Street Parade starts in High St near the railway line and makes its way down the road to the foreshore from midday.

The 2016 street parade will be broadcast live on 98.7 RPP FM, so turn up your radio!

Once again, the Western Port Mo an airshow at the Hastings Fores

The main display will be on Satu clubs from all over Victoria joinin day of flying for the public.

Sunday 21 February, 2pm Coates Hire Waterfront Arena

The Night Cap Wrestling Federation (NCWF) has been training local men and women at their training school and holding monthly events over the last year.

Come and enjoy live pro wrestling competitions throughout the festival – it’s family friendly entertainment.

You never know what you will see at this live event so you can’t afford to miss out!

Bunnings Classic Car Show Mini Motorbike Shows

Friday 19 February, 9:00pm–1 Saturday 20 February, 10:0am Hastings Foreshore

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Saturday 20 February, 12:00pm High St, Hastings

We have over 50 groups participating which include local schools, volunteers, businesses, sporting and hobby clubs and community groups. The 2016 theme is “The Battle of Hastings”, which each group will depict in their own way, making for many colourful and exciting floats and entries.

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Sunday 21 February, 10am Benton Insurance Services Action Arena

The Victorian Woodchopping Title Port Festival in 2016! Hosted by Axemen’s Association, watch celebrated and decorated wood a number of different competitio

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Saturday 20 February Benton Insurance Services Action Arena

In 2016, the Bunnings Classic Car Show will be run all day Sunday.

Run by the Western Port Motorcycle Action Group with the support of Benton Insurance Services, the Whip Industries Freestyle Motocross team will be lining up their KLX110 motorcycles to perform stunts and jumps.

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See some of the best classic and vintage cars, motorbikes, trucks and buses from all eras, from prior to the Second World War, through the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and today on show.

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Tyresome but useful FITNESS sessions on the rope climb, monkey bars and giant quarter pipe may sound innocuous enough, but they are guaranteed to tire even the fittest athletes.

Just ask trainer Clem Vertigan, whose training facility The Compound, at Tuerong, plays host to sporting clubs from all over Melbourne.

His exercises cater to all fitness levels, and focus on using the correct techniques to build overall fitness and strength, while encouraging participants to bond together as a team.

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Tests check dangers of Cerberus soil Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au

the foams were used from the 1970s in fire-fighting drills on ships and inside the base, but phased out 2003-08 and replaced with safer materials.

He said the foam residue was routinely drained into sealed holding tanks, minimising any threat to the base’s water supply.

“It’s a closed system. Whether it’s gone beyond that we don’t know at this stage,” Capt. Bowater said.

He confirmed contaminants had been found in the firefighting trainer – similar to the superstructure of a ship – but said “we are about to test samples of the ground around the tanks to deter-

SOIL samples from HMAS Cerberus are being sent for chemical testing over fears that sailors could suffer long term ill-effects after having been exposed to a now-banned firefighting foam.

The tests come after concerns were raised nationally about the possible dangers posed by aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF), which was used for decades at the Crib Point training base to practise extinguishing liquid fuel fires.

The base’s commander, Captain Stephen Bowater, last week confirmed that

mine if there is any contamination.

“We don’t know if personnel have been contaminated as there is no consistent data showing the [chemical foams’] effect on human health.

“We are being precautionary and we have stopped training using them.”

Capt. Bowater said the navy was “unsure if there is an issue” until testing confirmed any potential dangers.

“There are no acceptable international standards and we can’t measure hypotheticals.”

He said the base was supplied with drinking water from peninsula reservoirs and not bore water, which could

be more susceptible to contamination.

“We are members of this community with 120 families living at the base, and the service personnel are solid citizens, so we have a vested interest in the soil here,” Capt. Bowater said.

A Department of Defence spokesman said it was “working closely with the departments of Health, Environment, Infrastructure and Regional Development, and Air Services Australia, to attain a consistent technical and strategic management approach” to the possible contamination.

“There is no consistent scientific data showing that [foam ingredients]

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Special charge may come without path David Harrison david@mpnews.com.au RATEPAYERS on the Mornington Peninsula could be required to contribute to special charge schemes for footpaths in their area but never get one built past their house.

This could occur if the Somers model – charging almost an entire community for a single footpath to be built – became a template for other areas, shire chief operating officer Alison Leighton told council’s 8 February meeting.

The Somers path is two kilometres away from some properties being asked to pay.

“It’s not something that I can unambiguously rule out,” Ms Leighton said in answer to a question from David Gill, a leading opponent of the Somers plan.

Mr Gill later said Somers Village Community Association intends taking the matter to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT).

He said the motion to proceed with the concrete paths was moved by Red Hill ward councillor, Tim Wood who he believed “did little to put any case for his constituents”.

“His effort was laughed at by the large gallery of people who can claim to be representing Somers after submitting 500 signatures opposing the 5.2 kilometre concrete path scheme,” Mr Gill said.

“The Somers Village Community Association is demanding an investigation into council methods used

Path protest: Somers residents opposed to concrete footpaths and how they are being financed show their feelings before Mornington Peninsula Shire’s 8 February meeting. Councillors decided to proceed with a special charge scheme.

to influence people effected by the concrete paths scheme. This includes council paying for delivery of pamphlets [containing incorrect information] instigated by a group supporting the scheme.”

Ms Leighton said she was not aware of any other “area-wide” footpath projects being proposed, “but obviously it’s open to future councils of the day to make decisions around those kinds of projects”.

Such “area-wide” projects could also be proposed in urban areas of the peninsula.

The Somers footpath is contentious because it radically expands the catchment area of property owners who will be required to contribute to the special charge scheme. Some 1245 Somers properties will be levied: only a few are excluded.

Until now only owners of properties directly abutting a new footpath, or on the opposite side of the road to it, have been required to pay the charge. This is because they get, as the Local Government Act requires, a “special benefit” from the footpath (section 163).

A number of council websites emphasise this to be their understanding of the legislation. Yarra Ranges council states: “A special charge scheme is generally introduced where the works proposed are to the special benefit of a defined group of properties.

“Properties sharing a boundary with the works will generally receive special benefits such as … improved property access, improved road safety, and general property amenity improvement.”

Before – and since – the Somers scheme was proposed, other penin-

sula footpath proposals have required payment only from properties fronting the street where the path will be built.

These include a McCrae proposal, in which some property owners got a 20 per cent discount on grounds that remain puzzling.

The shire rationale was that the proposed path in one street was also used by residents from a more distant area, on the eastern side of the freeway.

However, these users were not identified or quantified and no attempt was made to impose a special charge on them, as is occurring with Somers’ distant residents.

Further, these McCrae pedestrians will also benefit from other sections of the new footpath, but properties adjoining those paths did not get any discount on their share of the cost.

The state government proposal to

cap council rates at about the inflation rate could be the impetus for this new strategy. Money raised by special charge schemes is excluded from the rate cap, as are municipal waste charges. Currently the shire does not have a waste charge separate from the annual rates and charges bill.

A ministerial guideline on special charge schemes issued in 2004 stated they were intended “to ensure councils retain the ability to recover reasonable contributions from people who will derive special benefits from particular works or services so that those special benefits do not need to be subsidised by general ratepayers”.

Several city law firms specialising in local government have indicated that councils may be able to sidestep the rate cap. One, Macquarie Local Government Lawyers, suggests councils can use special charge schemes “for any purpose considered to be within the attainment of their objectives”.

The act is being substantially revised, possibly to close loopholes that would subvert the rate cap policy.

It states councils may declare these schemes for “a function or the exercise of a power” if it considers that the scheme “will be of special benefit” to those required to pay for it.

Councils have long taken this to apply to a limited number of works where the special benefit test applies.

Yarra Ranges Shire’s website lists projects such as roads, footpaths and drainage, adding that such a scheme “may also be considered for township development and traffic management projects”.

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Water main course on business menu Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au TOPICS to be discussed at a lunchtime forum on Friday include ideas and strategies to help businesses on the Mornington Peninsula.

Water – its source, distribution, and cost – is high on the agenda.

Nepean MP Martin Dixon listed the key topics as:  Creating a year-round, economically selfsufficient tourism industry;  Accessing a sustainable and cost effective water supply;  Developing jobs, employment and training for local industry;  Assessing growth opportunities for agribusiness and/or agri-tourism, and  Assessing the costs and limitations of doing business locally.

Business and community leaders are expected to attend the informal session at the Nepean Country Club, Boneo.

Water supply on the peninsula – on the plains and in the hinterland – will be a focal point. Mr Dixon plans to outline a long term water infrastructure concept being discussed with the Minister for Water’s office.

“The aim is to establish bipartisan community agreement on a broad plan to end the dumping of Class A treated water at Boags Rocks and get that much needed water, at an affordable price, into the hinterland of Red Hill, Red Hill South, Shoreham and Main Ridge – wherever it is needed,” he said.

“Farmers up there could drastically increase production with a reliable, cost effective water

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supply, and this would have the knock-on benefit of restoring environmental flows into our hinterland creeks and could do much to assist the issues currently being endured down at Balnarring Beach.”

Mr Dixon said feedback would be used to develop long term policy objectives for the peninsula.

Melbourne Water last week could not confirm the amount of water being discharged at Boags Rocks, near Gunnamatta.

“Initial discussions seem to indicate it is a significant amount and, yes, it is Class A designed for agricultural use,” Mr Dixon’s office said. “It is actually drinkable, although Melbourne Water recommend not to.”

South East Water says it provides around 2200 million litres of recycled water annually to businesses and non-residential customers across the Mornington Peninsula: from Frankston to Boneo and across to Somers and Merricks.

Melbourne Water’s Eastern Treatment Plant treats around 40 per cent of metropolitan Melbourne’s sewage – around 350 million litres a day.

The discharge at Boags Rocks, near Gunnamatta – whatever its amount – is expected to meet EPA Victoria licence conditions.

Around 6000 million litres of recycled water from the Eastern Treatment Plant is used for agriculture, golf courses, public open space watering, commercial laundering, and residential dual-pipe applications, such as garden watering, washing machines and toilet flushing, much of it on the peninsula.

The lunchtime forum is at Nepean Country Club Browns Rd, Boneo. Details: 5986 6661.

Best Minister award for Hunt’s FLINDERS MP Greg Hunt has been named Best Minister in the World for his role, as Australia’s Environment Minister, in reducing carbon emissions by 93 million tonnes.

The award was announced and presented to Mr Hunt at the World Government Summit in Dubai on Tuesday 9 February.

“I am genuinely humbled to receive the award.

I am however deeply proud that this inaugural award is being presented to an environment minister. The environment is our common heritage, our land, our home and our identity,” Mr Hunt said in his acceptance speech.

Mr Hunt is the inaugural recipient of the annual award introduced at the summit “to honour the best minister in the world who has led a new and successful qualitative government project with positive results for citizens. It is also aimed at promoting best practices that would inspire

other government leaders to implement their own successful projects”.

The award was presented to Mr Hunt by prime minister of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

Nominations for the best minister award came from more than 80 countries. UAE ministers were excluded from the first award.

Mr Hunt said the UAE – an oil producer – “is promoting renewable industry while supporting research in clean technology”.

“There are great challenges. However, I am fundamentally optimistic. In that context, we all learn from each other and perhaps there are some policies and programs we have in Australia that maybe can be implemented domestically and internationally.”

The 93 million tonnes of emissions reduction attributed to Mr Hunt is the result of the

Humbled: Greh Hunt accepts his Best Minister in the World award at the Wolrd Government Summit, Dubai.

Shire’s five-year plan for ‘carbon neutrality’ Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au

carbon cuts Emissions Reduction Fund supported by $2.55 billion for the federal government to buy carbon abatement at the lowest cost through a reverse auction.

Mr Hunt says the scheme’s two auctions achieved 93 million tonnes of emissions reduction from 275 practical projects at an average price of $13 a tonne.

While Mr Hunt’s efforts receive international recognition and acclaim, back home his constituents are not always so appreciative of his political stance. His office at Hastings has become a magnet for protest, and not just questioning his decisions on the environment. Protesters most recently spoke with him about the government’s intention to send asylum seekers and children back to detention camps after medical treatment in Australia.

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MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire has adopted a five-year plan to become “carbon neutral”.

Adoption of the plan last week follows the decision to close the Rye tip by the middle of next year.

Waste will be exported from the municipality, effectively reducing the shire’s greenhouse gases and making it easier to gain carbon neutrality accreditation through the federal governmentadministered National Carbon Offset Standard.

Councillors opposed to closing the tip say ratepayers will pay up to $60 a year extra for waste to be taken off the peninsula; those in favour put the figure at closer to $30.

Emphasis on the shire’s desire to achieve this standard was underlined late last year when it sent a three-person delegation to the 29 November - 11 December United Nations climate change conference in Paris.

The mayor, Cr Graham Pittock, Cr Hugh Fraser and the then renewable resources team leader Jessica Wingad returned from the COP21 conference with an invitation for the shire to commit to an international Compact of Mayors to minimise climate change.

The shire’s presence at the conference has been criticised as being unnecessary by members of the public and at least two councillors, David Garnock and Andrew Dixon.

Cr Pittock and Fraser are yet to present reports to council, although Cr Pittock did invite the pub-

lic to an “open presentation” about the Paris talks on Monday 21 December. The meeting at council’s Roesbud offices was held amid wide criticism of the trip on social media.

The requirement for the reports to be made was part of a council motion limiting their councilpaid conference costs to $6000.

Ms Wingad’s attendance was described as being to “learn the latest global trends and their potential application locally”.

Ms Wingad will now head a new climate change, energy and water unit within the shire.

The unit, according to a news release, “is responsible for leading the shire towards carbon neutrality and long-term climate change resilience across the community and organisation”.

The same news release says the shire’s carbon neutrality policy “will return a financial payback to the shire and its community”.

"The policy sets out how the shire manages greenhouse gas emissions associated with its operations and ensures that its net emissions are equal to zero or better annually,” Cr Pittock is quoted as saying.

"It complements the range of policies, strategies, and plans currently in place to address climate change and the built environment, reinforcing a robust approach to investment in emission reduction before offsetting remaining carbon emissions.

"Working towards carbon neutrality is a complex and long-term commitment that has the potential to provide both wide-scale community benefit and local environment improvement.

"There has been a clear, strong support from

the community for the shire's approach, policy and planned actions throughout the engagement process.”

The policy is based on six “pillars”:  Annual review of the shire's greenhouse gas emissions.  Greenhouse gas emission reduction actions.  Consideration of efficient technologies or more energy efficient purchases where greenhouse gas emissions cannot be avoided.  A commitment to offset any remaining emissions through projects within the shire's boundaries.  Inclusive and accessible community engagement on climate change to support community resilience.  A commitment to a flexible, responsive and innovative approach towards investigating new technologies and best practice approaches.

Cr Pittock and Cr Fraser backed statements on Australia’s climate change strategy made at the conference by Flinders MP and Environment Minister Greg Hunt at the COP21 conference.

While the two councillors and Ms Wingad were in Paris the shire issued a statement saying Cr Pittock saw Australia’s National Climate Resilience and Adaptation Strategy as being “invaluable” to local government and, in particular, the shire, as it includes 10 per cent of Victoria’s coastline.

Mornington Peninsula was one of 10 Australian municipalities invited to send delegates to the conference.

A description of the National Climate Resilience and Adaptation Strategy quoted by the shire was supplied to it by Mr Hunt’s office.

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WESTERN Port residents can have a say on proposed municipal ward boundary changes.

The Victorian Electoral Commission is proposing reshaping the boundaries of several Mornington Peninsula shire wards, including Cerberus and Red Hill.

The changes aim to ensure that the number of voters represented by each councillor is within 10 per cent of the shire’s average.

If adopted, the rural northern part of Balnarring would be transferred from Cerberus Ward (Cr David Garnock) to Red Hill Ward (Cr Tim Wood), meaning 4765 voters (3.11 per cent of the total) would move to another ward.

Red Hill Ward’s current enrolment is 8.74 per cent below the average and is tending to decline, so adding in the balance of Balnarring would provide a

cushion against its enrolment falling below the 10 per cent tolerance.

“A subdivision review helps uphold the principle of ‘one vote, one value’ at the local government level,” electoral commissioner Warwick Gately said.

Hastings and Bittern-Crib Point are predicted to grow substantially. In contrast, rural populations at Flinders, Moorooduc and Red Hill, are forecast to decline slightly.

The shire is demographically and socially diverse. The median age ranges from 21 at HMAS Cerberus to 56 at Flinders-Shoreham-Point Leo. Red Hill had 12,721 voters as at 3 December last year, which was 8.74 per cent below the average; Cerberus had 13,636 voters which was 2.18 per cent below the average.

The VEC report is available at vec. vic.gov.au or by calling 131 832. Cop-

ies are also available for inspection at Mornington Peninsula Shire offices.

Submissions can be made online at vec.vic.gov.au or by email, post or fax.

They must reach the commission by 5pm, Wednesday 9 March.

A public hearing for those who have requested to speak in support of their submission is scheduled for 7pm, Wednesday 16 March, at the Mornington Peninsula Shire Offices, 90 Besgrove St, Rosebud. The hearing will not be held if there are no requests to speak.

A final report containing the commission’s recommendation to the Local Government Minister will be released on Wednesday 6 April. If accepted, the new ward boundaries will take effect at the local council elections in October.

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Vigils for two who died in Vietnam GRAVESITE commemorations at Dromana and Crib Point cemeteries, Sunday 21 February, will honour two Mornington Peninsula servicemen who died 50 years ago at the Battle of Long Tan, during the Vietnam War. They are among a series of simultaneous vigils across the state at the gravesites of Vietnam veterans.

The Dromana ceremony will honour fallen veteran Mick Poole, and Crib Point’s will honour Colin Whiston.

Mornington Peninsula Vietnam Veterans’ Association treasurer Robin Date said Mr Poole’s extended family and Mr Whiston’s sister Michelle and her family would attend the services.

The two are the only Vietnam veterans buried on the Mornington Peninsula.

Up to 30 veterans will attend each service: two in full dress uniform, complete with medals, and a bugler will sound The Last Post and Reveille.

Speakers will be veterans Dave Mathers at Crib Point and Kevin Mawdsley at Dromana.

Almost 60,000 Australian soldiers, including 10,500 Victorians, served in the Vietnam War and 521 Australians died. Of these, 98 veterans are buried in Victoria.

The Mornington Peninsula branch of the Vietnam Veterans Association is at Rosebud RSL, 117 Eastbourne Rd, Rosebud.

The state government has committed $1 million over two years to sup-

port the Veterans’ Victorian branch in developing a program of commemorative and educational events for this year’s 50th anniversary of Australia’s involvement in the war.

The grave site vigils aim to encourage people to “better understand and reflect” on the Vietnam War, which is Australia’s longest military engagement of the 20th century.

Other initiatives include a Vietnam War history competition for students, and a $250,000 upgrade of the National Vietnam Veterans Museum at Phillip Island.

“Our Vietnam veterans deserve the greatest respect, and we’re working hard to ensure all Victorians have the chance to pay tribute to their sacrifice,” Acting Minister for Veterans Philip Dalidakis said.

VVAA Victorian branch president Bob Elworthy said: “This is an important time to remember the hardships, difficulties and trauma of the Vietnam War but also to honour those who fought and lived with determination, resilience, mateship and valour.

“The vigils will honour those who did not survive, but the many other commemorative programs will pay testament to those who have gone on to live strong and honourable lives with friends, families and fellow servicemen and women.”

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Firefighters called to gas leak A GAS leak in Parklands Av, Somers, 8am Sunday, was attended by Somers, Balnarring and Crib Point CFA units.

Somers crews kept their hoses on gas bubbling up on the southern side of the road until gas maintenance crews arrived. Parklands Av was closed to traffic by police and CFA units.

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Garage fire A FIRE in the garage of a house in Jarrod Drive, Hastings, 10.30pm, Sunday, is not being treated as suspicious. Detective Senior Constable Deb Seymour, of Somerville police complex, said it is believed a lit cigarette left on a bench caused a fire.

Hastings CFA units attended.

Burglaries, arrests TWO men were arrested, Friday, over what police say was a series of residential burglaries, car theft, and traffic matters over the past three weeks.

The men, 20, of Frankston, and 27, of Langwarrin, were arrested in Tyabb in a car allegedly stolen from Balnarring on Australia Day. They appeared at Frankston Magistrates’ Court, yesterday (Monday) and were further remanded to the same court, 22 and 24 February.

The burglaries allegedly occurred at rural properties at Balnarring, Bittern, Tyabb and Mt Martha.

ANY species that can beat the cane toad and feral cat to the title of “Worst Pest in Australia” for their deleterious impact on native species deserves to be taken seriously.

Indian mynas appear to wear that tag with pride.

The aggressive, territorial pests are a serious threat to native birds and other small animals. Also called common mynas, they are rated by the World Conservation Union as one of the world’s 100 most invasive species.

Southwest Mornington Peninsula Landcare Group members are inviting residents to a free Indian myna workshop on Saturday 20 February.

Fauna ecologist Malcolm Legg will discuss how the birds are devastating our biodiversity and how we can help control them. State-approved techniques for humanely euthanising the birds will also be addressed.

Landcare group president Rob Nigro will show how to build a wire mesh cage, providing the materials and an instruction booklet.

Mornington Peninsula Landcare facilitator Jacqui Salter said groups elsewhere in Australia had successfully removed Indian mynas.

“The Cairns Remove Indian Mynas Group, working with their local men’s sheds, has removed about 40,000 birds since they began in 2011,” she said. “It would be great to get a similar movement happening here.”

The Boneo workshop is 10am-noon Saturday, 20 Kinwendy Rd, Boneo (Melway 171 A11), followed by a free barbecue.

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Speakers explore arts, history LARS Tharp, left, a presenter on the BBC’s Antiques Roadshow program, is the first speaker for the year of the Australian Decorative and Fine Arts Society, Mornington Peninsula branch.

The ceramics and oriental art specialist, broadcaster and speaker will tell the story of London’s Foundling Hospital, at 5.30pm, Friday 26 February, at Peninsula Community Theatre, Wilsons Rd, Mornington.

The Foundling hospital was established in 1739 by philanthropic sea captain Thomas Coram as a home for the education and maintenance of exposed and deserted young children.

Artist William Hogarth had a long association with the hospital and was a governor, as was composer George Handel.

“Lars will explore how Thomas Coram

achieved his aim of providing a refuge for ‘foundlings’, and for babies at risk of infanticide, and the part Hogarth and Handel played in this. It is a gripping story with huge resonance for our own time,” society chair Janet Glaspole said.

Those wishing to attend should call Glad Hungerford, 9787 2092, who will reserve a seat for $20.

The hour-long, illustrated lectures are followed by light refreshments and an opportunity to meet the lecturer and members.

A range of topics to be covered this year includes “Inside Monet’s house at Giverny”; “Elizabeth Taylor’s greatest love affair … with jewels” and “The aesthetics of traditional Japanese architecture and design”.

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“Bradley Fauteux supports Parks Victoria’s Healthy Parks Healthy People approach to managing parks, and brings with him extensive experience in park management, environmental issues and stakeholder relations,” the group’s president Dr Ursula de Jong said.

“He will tell us about his experience as managing director of Ontario Parks in Canada and explain his vision for parks in Victoria.

“He will then discuss the upcoming opportunities to contribute to and build on ideas for the future of Point Nepean National Park.

“There will be time to ask questions to consider some of the challenges facing us on the ground.”

Ms de Jong said Mr Fauteux’s visit followed a January in which “the media put a spotlight on the plight of Victoria’s national parks, highlighting funding cuts, lack of resources, loss of personnel, and calling on the state government to take serious and immediate action to redress the situation”.

It also comes two weeks after two open days were held at Point Nepean to discuss Parks Victoria’s plans for developing the Quarantine Station section of the park following the state government’s rejection of a multi-million development accepted by the previous Liberal-led government.

The Nepean Conservation Group’s annual general meeting starts 3.30pm Saturday 20 February, at Badcoe Hall, in the former Quarantine Station precinct of Point Nepean National Park. Details: www.nepeanconservationgroup.org.au

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Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au AN athletes’ training centre at Tuerong has been attracting a host of sporting groups to the Mornington Peninsula, including Super Rugby team Melbourne Rebels, Monash University Storm Netball Club and the AFL Umpires’ Association.

The Compound, in Hunts Rd, specialises in outdoor training to suit all fitness levels, and focuses on using the correct techniques and building overall fitness and strength. Most training runs are done in a day, or even a few hours.

Trainers encourage the athletes to step outside their comfort zones with training typically found on a military field, or obstacle course, rather than on a pitch or a court.

The professional athletes work as a team to navigate the condensed five kilometre course, conquering obstacles such as the rope climb, monkey bars and giant quarter pipe.

This allows coaches and selectors to assess how teammates work together, as well as developing their communication skills. Some friendly competition is encouraged between the teams and, once their rounds have been completed, they can demonstrate skills learnt by completing the course individually.

“We wanted to provide a challenging yet fun environment for teams that is different to their usual sports training,” owner and trainer Clem Vertigan, said.

“As the teams are all professional

In form: Teams training at the Compound centre in Tuerong are encouraged to step outside their comfort zones and face a set of obstacles rarely found on sports fields or pitches.

athletes and have specific training programs in and out of season, it is important to provide something that is different and challenging for them to do, but to still make it fun. It is also vital that we consider individual athlete’s injuries and adapt their training program accordingly.”

With a background in martial arts and personal training, Mr Vertigan said the five acre former quarry was the ideal site for getting people together with fitness in mind.

“I had done the Tough Mudder event at Phillip Island in 2012 and had the idea of bringing other athletes to train at a central location about 18 months ago; this is it,” he said.

“The goal is to get them fit, bonded and working well as a team – while having fun.”

He said different obstacles catered to every type of sport and exercised “every muscle in the body”.

Some of the more difficult exercises involve climbing a rope and traversing

a rope. “There’s a lot of technique involved, it’s not just strength,” he said.

“We’ve had athletes who cannot climb a rope and yet we’ve had 50-year-old mothers-of-four who can.”

Mr Vertigan said he had trained leading athletes from rugby, netball, AFL and obstacle-course racing. “This is great place to build and develop overall skills, ability, endurance and team work to suit all fitness levels and abilities.”

SPORTING and active recreation clubs in Mornington are being encouraged to apply for funding in VicHealth’s active club grants program.

“This funding is vital to helping many more Victorians get the recommended minimum of 2.5 hours per week of moderate physical activity,” Mornington MP David Morris said.

“As well as the health benefits of keeping us fit and preventing illness, exercise helps reduce stress and keeps us alert and resilient. Research also shows that it’s a great way to get social.

“Sport builds community pride and loyalty and offers people the chance to get involved, providing them with a positive sense of self-worth.”

The grants aim to make clubs safer and more accessible by funding essential equipment, such as bats, portable goals, uniforms and balls.

This round, VicHealth will be placing a particular focus on supporting sporting clubs and organisations that can attract more members, or improve participation opportunities among the Aboriginal community.

VicHealth CEO Jerril Rechter said VicHealth was proud to continue to support local sporting organisations.

“In awarding these grants, special consideration will also be given to applications from clubs in areas of socio-economic disadvantage, as well as clubs/organisations who can demonstrate that an active club grant will increase opportunities for regular physical activity in their community,” he said.

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LETTERS Islands of cruelty One only has look at Australia’s convict history to understand the plight of asylum seekers incarcerated on remote islands. It is uncannily similar to the rationale and actions of the current (and former) federal government.

In Tasmania in the 1800s the social perception of invalids as a moral contagion and economic burden was maintained by official measure which sought to criminalise these people.

In 1860, Kennerly, Maxwell and Crowther wrote to the Colonial Secretary in Tasmania, another island where people who arrived on boats were prevented from leaving by law: “It may truly be said it is a chaining of the living to the dead, and many years must elapse before this young colony can emerge from its present state into a more natural and healthy condition, encumbered as it is by this moral and material deadweight, retarding its progress, and destroying its best interests.”

Nothing much has changed in 150 years to the government attitude to people arriving in boats.

Australia has continued this morally bankrupt tradition of chaining the living to the dead.

Ken Dyer, Rosebud West

Put paths on hold The 42 Somers residents submitted 37 questions to Mornington Peninsula Shire councillors before their decision on concrete paths for the village.

Three members of Somers Village Community Association met with Cr Tim Wood on Sunday to discuss alternatives to concrete and supported on petitions by 502 residents and concerned members of the public.

Cr Wood suggested that the coastal village strategy assessment was progressing – slowly.

We have not been able to get any definitive information on its structure and progress. We want our pathway scheme put on hold until the strategy is completed.

Schemes that are aesthetically more suited to our coastal village have been supported and implemented by council in coastal areas of Port Phillip.

Access for the disabled and parents with prams were cited by council as a major reason for the proposed path surface. This has not been applied to other coastal villages. Council was unable to provide us with submissions relating to its claim.

Flinders, a tourist destination with a major road through its centre, is the only coastal village on Western Port with concrete paths..

Somers is a destination – it is not on the way to anywhere. There are no peaks of weekend traffic and congestion.

No councillor lives in a coastal village on Western Port. We all detected a lack of knowledge of our coastal area during the answers given at council, causing the gallery to be vocal on numerous occasions. Many were dismayed at some of the inept and ill-informed replies.

Cr Wood proposed the motion for concrete paths. The next council election is at the end of this year and we will be looking for a councillor that shows a greater understanding of coastal villages.

Michelle Gregory, member Somers Village Community Association

Debts of own doing Does Barrie Hunt really expect us to believe that it was the Rudd/Gillard governments that have got us in the financial mess that we find ourselves today (“Lack of interest”, Letters 9/2/2016)? Does he remember the GFC? He probably doesn’t, as some Liberals deny it ever happened.

Australia was the envy of the world because of sound fiscal policy and during that time Labor had a very able treasurer in Wayne Swan, recognised for his competence by being awarded the Euromoney Finance Minister of the year in 2011.

The Abbott/Turnbull governments have the debts that Barrie Hunt mentioned because of their own doing. They had Joe Hockey, the doyen of economics (in his own mind) running amok, smoking his cigars and making all sorts of cuts to education, health and welfare, not to mention the raising of taxes and charges. Quite clearly, he was out of his depth.

Now we are blessed with Scott Morrison, still

slashing away.

Cutting funding to what matters most to low and middle income families and the unemployed is what Liberal conservative governments do to keep the top end of town happy. Evelyn Taylor (“Track already beaten”, Letters 2/2/2016), sorry mate but what you got from Barrie Hunt is nothing more than conservative spin, John Cain, McCrae

Councillor spending It seems as if Mornington Peninsula Shire councillors have learned how to copy the ways of certain federal MPs. Some, by spending more than they are entitled to, call their integrity in question (“Council nod to lift expenses”, The News 9/2/2016).

No doubt it is an honour to be elected to council. It is also a responsibility not to be accepted without noting that public funds are not a piggy bank to be used whenever an excuse can be justified.

David Harrison’s report supports my view that local councillors are as liable to take liberty with ratepayer’s fund as MPs in general with public revenue. Those who seek to serve should also seek to save.

Dallas Clarnette, Rosebud

Creative accounting In the good old days shire’s had dedicated councillors who donated their time to serving the community. I distinctly remember that real estate agents were the most altruistic citizens of all: they were on almost every council throughout Australia.

Then came corporation, executives and business structure and the town clerk was no more.

The article “Council nod to lift expenses” (The News 9/2/2016) reinforces my belief that that the council is just a milking cow for many councillors. The job is a nice little earner with a salary and expenses and $16,000 for “conferences and seminars”.

Work it right and you can also get a $10,000 diploma, a directors course and a free trip to Paris (or Timor or Copenhagen) paid for by us blind ratepayers. We are never consulted because

these very councillors represent us.

Even if you overspend your $16,000 allowance and make it $30,810, council will approve it by a “special resolution”. What a nice club.

This supreme creative accounting is available to all councillors. Even a staffer got a free trip to Paris - a new trend.

Thanks only to The News, I am horrified. I have never seen any of these practices mentioned in the council propaganda publication Peninsula Wide where I have only seen articles about how wonderful our council is. How it is looking after us.

Brian A Mitchelson, Mornington

Not concentration I was appalled to read the letter from Rupert Steiner (“Please explain”, 9/02/2016) in which he used the term “concentration camps” to describe the federal government’s detention centres for Illegal immigrants.

To all of us who grew up in the 1950s and 1960s, this term represents one of the most evil chapters in world history and to use it to describe present day detention is both totally wrong in fact and an insult to the millions of lives lost.

If Mr Steiner has any compassion he should write an immediate retraction for his terrible lack of judgement in his letter.

In the last year of the Howard government only one boat made it into Australian waters.

Under Rudd/Gillard/Rudd, 51,000 Illegal Immigrants made it to Australia including 8400 children. At least 1200 lives were lost at sea.

Does Mr Steiner have any idea how long it takes to process the backgrounds of 51,000 people? In the 1970s I was a detective attached to the Commonwealth Police immigration squad dealing with just these sort of cases and to do a full background check can’t be done in five minutes.

His demand that our local federal MP [Greg Hunt] give his personal justification for the governments immigration policy shows a total lack of comprehension of how successive governments have worked since Federation.

The prime minister speaks in public on all policies. The relevant ministers speak publicly on matters related to their portfolios.

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LETTERS Panel got it wrong Congratulations to Flinders MP and Environment Minister Greg Hunt on receiving the [Best Minister in the World] award. It just goes to show, if you’re a good yes man in government you can get an award. Not necessarily an award for doing a great job in the portfolio you’re supposed to administer, but an award non the less.

If the panel chose him for his work on protecting the Great Barrier Reef, or Australian forests, they must have got their information from the mining and extraction industries. No environmentalist could agree with the panel’s choice.

But if the criteria was the blind defence and justification of unjustifiable policy of his government, the hat fits perfectly.

Rupert Steiner, Balnarring Beach

Political loyalties On 5 February a diverse group met with Flinders MP and Environment Minister Greg Hunt outside his Hastings office to raise yet again the plight of detainees in Australia’s offshore detention centres, with particular emphasis on the children.

I was able to talk face to face with Mr Hunt and I hope he agrees with my recall of this conversation. I asked the question: “Why cannot Australia bring the 100 remaining children in these centres to Australia tonight?”

Mr Hunt began to give me a history of how the children came to be there. I assured him that I was not questioning the history and repeated my question.

His next reply was to stress that his government had lowered the number of children in detention and that not only his political party but the main opposition party were jointly responsible for the present situation regarding asylum seekers. I again agreed, but once more posed the question he had not yet answered.

Mr Hunt then indicated that if detainees were to be given an Australian landing then the boats would start again and the smugglers would be back in business.

This answered my question and I upset Mr Hunt slightly with my next remark: “Then you are holding the children as hostages”.

It was the word “hostages” to which I believe he took most umbrage.

I managed to have him hear that I believed his party would benefit greatly if it did fly all children to Australia. I did not get time to add “with those parents not categorised as terrorists”.

I do not believe Mr Hunt is not compassionate as he has worked overseas in Asia and would be fully aware of the dangers many asylum seekers face and feel for them. Unfortunately, his compassion in these areas seems to be buried by his party loyalty.

Murray Anderson, Tootgarook

Chair switch, vote for something concrete THE first thing the alert observer noticed at the Monday 8 February meeting of Mornington Peninsula Shire Council was the changed seating arrangements for councillors. David Gibb was not sitting beside Hugh Fraser. He had broken away from the ward-by-ward seating arrangement, leaving Antonella Celi sitting alone at the far left end of the councillor half-circle.

Cr Gibb had moved to the seat usually occupied by Red Hill Ward councillor Tim Wood, beside Cerberus ward’s representative, Cr David Garnock. Cr Wood was ensconced beside fellow lawyer Cr Fraser, in Cr Gibb’s previous seat.

Since it is not like Cr Gibb to disturb an established arrangement, especially an ordered one such as ward-by-ward seating. Council Watch was immediately intrigued. Had there been a falling-out between councillors?

Until now the arrangement, running clockwise around the half-circle, was Briars ward (Anne Shaw, Andrew “Billy” Dixon and Bev Colomb), then singleward councillors David Garnock, Tim Wood and Lyn Bowden.

Then followed just after the half-way mark, Nepean ward pair Tim Rodgers and Hugh Fraser. Finally, the Seawinds trio, Cr Gibb, Graham Pittock and Cr Celi used to be found. Cr Pittock occupies the mayoral chair, at the top table, for his year in office.

Lyn Bowden also sailed off to a new location last Monday, berthing beside Cr Rodgers.

The newly seated councillors chatted amiably, indicating that the change was as good as a holiday – or as a cure, as some would have it. The meeting was smooth, uneventful and, apart for a couple of moments, boringly incident-free. Reptiles

of the press, as journalists like CW are fondly known in some quarters, like a little bit of hoppo-bumpo to enliven their reports.

In fact the greatest disturbances came from the gallery, packed to the ceiling tiles with anti-footpath protesters from Somers. Cr Pittock was lenient until the volume edged higher – murmurs of disagreement, zephyrs then veritable gales of laughter – as council officers strove to respond to 36 questions about the Somers path, lodged only minutes before the meeting began.

Chided, the gallery showed respect for the chair and the meeting process.

A polite lot, are Somers folk. A lady sitting beside CW was heard to utter an indignant “Nonsense!” once, but so sotto voce that not even her neighbours heard it clearly.

Much was made in the 36 questions of the plan for a concrete path. Cheaper in the long run, is the shire’s position.

Crushed rock – “granitic sand” is the technical term, it appears – is tiresomely demanding of regular maintenance, the gallery was told.

But what if granitic sand is what the community wants, for aesthetic reasons?

And besides, such a path is cheaper to build.

The shire was ready for that. The savings would soon “evaporate” in added maintenance, protesters were told, quoting the number of years before maintenance was required, a period that appeared to truncate from five years to

three in the course of a few responses.

Councillors approved the footpath. But the deal is not yet quite concrete.

CW has to keep reminding himself during such debates, where the citizenry prefers something other than that which the shire is proposing (concrete is a favoured shire solution for many things), that the shire does not actually pay for such things as footpaths: ratepayers do, by way of their rates and special charge schemes.

He idly wonders whether, when a shire officer sits down with her or his spouse to talk about redecorating the lounge, do aesthetics come into it, or is it all about cost and utility? Communities live in their own aesthetic environment, footpaths and all. Few concrete their front gardens for the cost benefit.

And ratepayers foot most of the bill for the path that will run past their properties.

Why, precisely, should the shire have the final word on its construction?

When a granitic sand path requires maintenance, the property owner will again foot the bill. They would probably happily pay a little more for what they want and happily pay to maintain it. Have they seen the cost comparisons?

Have they been asked if they’d pay the difference?

In the meantime, whether it’s a footpath, or the private decision to paint the lounge red with bold blue spots, the ratepayer lives with the aesthetics.

We have to be cost-realistic, but why not let the community soul shine through in such details. The shire rightly indulges its aesthetic sensibilities when it builds and decorates shire buildings, stocks libraries, cleans beaches, maintains parks and gardens. Why not granitic sand, for heaven’s sake? We’re paying for it.

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THE Whisperer and Mrs Whisperer are not huge fans of watching people pretending to beat each other up, yet think the wrestling demonstrations coming up at this weekend’s Western Port Festival, could provide interesting opportunities for long term issues to be resolved, via wrestling matches.

The Whisperer proposes the following matches should take place as part of the wrestling activities at our local festival.

1. The Whisperer and Mrs Whisperer versus Council Watch and The Emu in a tag team match. The winners of the match will earn the pay rise we have long been campaigning for (unfortunately, the Whisperer feels this is necessary as paying for a billboard to push our case costs money we don’t earn, and the Shire will probably put an ‘illegal sign’ sticker over said billboard).

2. The Western Port councillors (Garnock, Bowden and Wood) versus the Seawinds councillors (Pittock, Gibb and Celi) in a tag team match. If the Seawinds councillors win the match, Rosebud is allowed to keep its $5,000,000 given for improvements, but if the Western Port councillors win the match, the funding comes our way to be spent on projects in the Western Port region (and there are plenty of candidates for such a cash injection). And; 3. The Environment Minister Greg Hunt versus a member of the anti–coal movement in a singles match. The loser of said match would have to walk the length of High Street on hot coals (Although this would be separate to the festival’s Street Parade, as OH+S would have something to say about this!).

*** IT is with great pain The Whisperer speaks of having neck cramps. This is due to the constant head shaking taking place every time The Whisperer thinks about the state of our local public transport network. It was really exciting to read the Shire’s website which talks about a ‘new public transport bus for the Shire’s residents’. With great anticipation, The Whisperer opened the article, daring to believe something good was on its way and then the disappointment started.

The new services do not affect us at all. It wasn’t long after this the head started shaking, and the neck started hurting. When it comes to our public transport services, very little has changed over many years. Some of these issues include: 1. Major population areas not having access to buses, such as High Street in Hastings (west of Frankston- Flinders Road), the south of Hastings (ie: Reid Parade) and multiple sections of Somerville (anything not close to Frankston- Flinders Road).

2. Buses not connecting with train services on the Stony Point Line.

3. No cross peninsula bus (it is ironic there is an economic development strategy currently under review by the Shire, and yet there is not a single mention of trying to better connect our communities. Surely a basic rule of developing the local economy is assuring local communities are connected). *** HEARD a whisper? Let the Whisperer know: westernportwhisperer@gmail.com

Meet the Principal

Toorak College has a long and proud history on the Mornington Peninsula. The school boasts outstanding academic results. Toorak College is ranked in the top Victorian schools according to NAPLAN and our VCE results were, for the fourth consecutive year, the strongest on the Mornington Peninsula, with 40% of students achieving ATARâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of 90 or above.

Toorak College does not just measure itself through academic success.

We pride ourselves on the emphasis we place on developing the whole person. With unique wellbeing programs, a strong emphasis on STEM thinking and inquiry skills and diverse co-curricular programs, there is opportunity for all of our students to pursue their passions and be celebrated for their own personal growth and success.

Our ELC and Junior School, Wardle House, support Reggio Emilia philosophies and offer the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (PYP) developing creative, competent and independent WKLQNHUV 2XU 0LGGOH <HDUV 3URJUDP LV GHVLJQHG WR GHYHORS FRQĂ&#x20AC;GHQFH independence and offer choice to help our students take ownership of their own learning. The Senior Years provide opportunity and challenge, with a strong emphasis on developing the necessary skills for life beyond school, instilling a sense of pride and belief in oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own self and abilities.

Toorak College students stand out. They dream big, they aim high and they are proud to strive for personal best. I welcome you to join us for Open Day and see how your child can â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Be Brilliant â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Be Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; at Toorak College.

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I am very honoured to be the Principal of Bittern Primary School, a small government school nestled in the heart of the Peninsula. We believe the partnership between school and home is a relationship that is imperative to support the valued education of our students. Our student leadership structure gives students a variety of experiences that EXLOG FRQĂ&#x20AC;GHQFH VHOI HVWHHP DQG SURPRWHV D VHQVH RI UHVSRQVLELOLW\ 2XU ,&7 SURJUDP FRQVLVWV RI D VWDQG DORQH FRPSXWHU ODE ZLWK WKH ODWHVW VWDWH RI WKH art equipment. Technology is imbedded throughout the curriculum with many mobile devices available for students.

We offer specialist areas in Visual Arts, Physical Education, ICT, Science & Home Economics in the form of a whole school kitchen and cooking program as well as many extra curricula activities which are introduced through lunchtime clubs.

We place a heavy emphasis on health and wellbeing which is evidenced by the intense sports program offered at Bittern Primary School and studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; further participation in Zone and District sports competitions.

Our â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;buddyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; program is aligned with the Madeleine & Alannah Foundation and promotes the sharing of a values education. Preps are matched with grade 5/6 students who support them in the playground and in the learning environment.

Education Support staff are integral to the support of students with special needs.

The teaching staff are highly experienced and dedicated to improve student learning outcomes.

We provide an excellent Out of Hours School Care Program providing a highly educational focus on before and after care activities; another service for our community.

Student learning at Bittern PS is personalised to meet the needs of all students, taking into account the diverse learning styles of all learners. Bittern Primary School is committed to preparing students for the ever changing world, developing educated well informed global citizens.

We look forward to a productive successful 2016 for the Bittern PS community.

Lyn Fyfe PRINCIPAL

Portsmouth Rd, Bittern Phone: 03 5983 9590 www.bitternps.vic.edu.au Web: Email: bittern.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au

Bittern Primary School

Wallaroo Primary School is a small school with a big heart that offers a highly academic environment that fosters a healthy body and mind, celebrates individual talents and promotes leadership. We are an accredited deliver of the researched based Walker Learning Approach. In 2015 we opened our school for study tours for schools both in Australia and overseas that are increasingly adopting this researched based approach to teaching and learning.

At Wallaroo Primary School children receive highly engaging learning programs that promotes a desire to become seekers of information as well as receivers.

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It is the aim of all staff to provide a warm, caring and stimulating learning environment for your child where all members of the school community have an active voice in their school.

We are equipped with modern Communication Technology equipment, a comprehensive Arts program, Chinese language lessons and we offer Science, Music and Physical Education as specialist subjects.

Our grounds are vast and visually inviting, including sensory tranquil gardens with a wide range of outdoor learning opportunities including environmental studies and hands on cooking and gardening programs. Wallaroo Primary School enjoys the positive support of parent groups and the wider community in our endeavour to encourage our students to dream big and to equip them with the skills, both academic and personal to follow their dreams. Please feel free to book a tour.

Nicky Fammartino PRINCIPAL

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estern Port Secondary College is a dynamic learning community located in a beautiful rural setting on the Mornington Peninsula.

The school opened in 1974 and has recently undergone an extensive review and written a strategic plan to cover the next four years. The key focus of this plan is on our core business â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Teaching and Learning. Our priority is your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s learning and our key aim is to accurately map students to the relevant curriculum continuum and develop a differentiated, challenging and engaging personalised curriculum program for every student in every class. Our targets centre on the growth in learning our students make during each semester of their schooling, how we measure that growth, and how this growth is tracked and informs the continued differentiated learning program for each student in every class.

Our school places a great emphasis on pastoral care and a very positive approach to student wellbeing. We are constantly seeking to develop each studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personal and social skills. We believe that the best environment for students to learn is one that is safe, inclusive, respectful, caring and purposeful, and one where personalised and individual learning programs can be achieved. Being a mid-sized secondary college this is achievable for us. Each and every student is known and has a place in our school.

Our recently completed Master Plan building project has ensured facilities are second to none with outstanding modern buildings, classrooms and learning areas. With the addition of our own Trade Training Centre we have completed the blueprint for a school offering a broad range of curriculum and vocationally based subjects and courses catering for the diversity of all studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs. Our extracurricular program is extensive and provides many opportunities in numerous areas including sports, environment, music and the performing arts. Students are currently rehearsing for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College Production â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Man of Steelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;!

Every day is an open day at Western Port Secondary College and you can arrange a personal tour with the principal by contacting Sue Iles on 5979 1577 to arrange a time. Alternatively our Open Night will be held on 22nd March 2016 between 5.00pm and 7.00pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all welcome.

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Michael Devine COLLEGE PRINCIPAL

Westernport Secondary College High Street, Hastings

Phone: 03 5979 1577 Web: www.westernportsc.vic.edu.au Email: western.port.sc@edumail.vic.gov.au

Meet the Principal It is a privilege to be the Principal of Dromana College and I delight in the opportunity to share with the wider community our success.

I would like to begin by congratulating the whole college community on a fantastic 2015, with our students having achieved excellence in a diverse range of learning programs and co-curricular activities. Our students are challenged, motivated and engaged by interesting, exciting and relevant curriculum that caters for their needs. $V , UHĂ HFW RQ WKH \HDU , DJDLQ UHWXUQ WR WKH JUHDWHVW VWUHQJWKV RI RXU VFKRRO WKH relationships between staff and students and the sense of belonging that our community fosters. The learning relationship of our students with their teachers and vice versa is elementary, built on the college values of respect, integrity, personal best and responsibility and underpinned by clear learning intentions.

The Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s well established vision continues to deliver excellent outcomes for all our students. In 2015 Dromana College students out performed all other local secondary providers. For the sixth year in a row we have improved our VCE median score, our average is now 30, and more that 90% of our Year 12 students achieved above the state mean.

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Dromana College is extremely proud of the outstanding VCE results achieved by the 2015 Year 12 student cohort. These results clearly position Dromana as the College of academic excellence within the local community, bearing testament to the engaging, comprehensive and sequential learning program delivered throughout Years 7 to 12. Our VCE mean study score once again exceeded 30 and eclipsed our previous peak which was achieved in 2014. Whilst we have great pride in our exceptional results and continue to set new benchmarks, our community can rest assured that we will continue to strive for continuous improvement.

Dromana College gives first priority to Literacy and Numeracy as the core and essential building blocks which underpin all learning and which enable students to excel so that they can achieve their personal best. Students thrive in our supportive culture of high expectation, where our excellent teachers are seen as the most important resource towards student success. Our hard

working and dedicated staff clearly understand their core business: focusing on effective teaching and learning and improving student outcomes.

We also encourage and promote an extensive extra and co-curricula program to ensure that students have the right balance with their academic endeavors.

Our Year 12 VCE students of 2015 can look forward with great confidence to a successful future as well rounded and high achieving students, ready and equipped to begin their post-school journey. For the overwhelming majority of them, this includes admission into the university course of their first choice. Congratulations to our VCE class of 2015 on their outstanding achievements. At Dromana College we provide a steadfast guarantee to our community that we will continue to work tirelessly to continue our impressive trend of improving results for all students.

Simon Jones ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL SENIOR SCHOOL

A recent independent review of the college programs, relationships and achievements, determined Dromana College to be a high performing school of academic excellence.

The report also commended the expansion of our schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s extra curricula enhancement programs to include Athletics, Dance, Science and Technology adjacent to the school day.

The outlook for 2016 is outstanding. Our focus continues to be delivering the best academic outcomes for all our students. At the same time we have committed some $3 million to the redevelopment of our Year 7 learning area. The college values are at the core of this commitment and underpin the strong sense of wellbeing and community that our school enjoys.

For further information on any of our programs please do not hesitate to contact the college on 03 5987 2805 or visit our website. www.dsc.vic.edu.au

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X Formal living area X Separate meals area X Modern kitchen X 2 bedrooms with BIR’s X Separate laundry X Single garage

$185,000

SOLD X Open plan living X Formal lounge X Two bedrooms with BIR’S X European laundry X Great outdoor area X Double carport

$199,000

X Two bedrooms with BIR’s X Separate study X Open plan living X Separate dining X Modern kitchen X Single carport

$200,000

SOLD X Two bedroom with BIR’s X Kitchen with dishwasher X Open plan dining area X Air conditioning X European laundry X Single garage

$225,000

X Open plan kitchen & dining X Lounge with air-con X Quality window treatments X Outdoor blinds for privacy X 3 bedrooms with BIR’s X Garage with roller door

$249,000

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43 Symonds Street, BITTERN Offers over $530,000 Baywest Real Estate, 1/109 High Street, Hastings, 5979 4412 Don McKenzie, 0419 955 177

LOCATED in a quiet and leafy part of town, this surprising double-storey home has a great floor plan and is set on an impressive 1013 square metre block, to provide space both inside and out for every member of the family. A huge paved area in front, and to the side of the home underneath a high-span double carport, provides secure areas for children to play and to park all the vehicles. Handsome

blackbutt timber floors flow throughout a separate formal lounge with woodheater, and a larger open-plan dining and kitchen area which are to either side of the wide entry. The interior has been recently re-painted and is quite bright with plenty of natural light coming through from the kitchen which has timber benchtops with appliances including a dishwasher and a Euro maid self-cleaning oven. Three

downstairs bedrooms all have built-in robes and share the main bathroom, whilst upstairs is a second lounge room adjoining the main bedroom which has an ensuite. A vast lawn area offers plenty of scope for keen gardeners to get in and make their mark on the property, and for the ultimate man cave, a large 74 square metre shed has power and is on a concrete slab.

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AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

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CRIB POINT 10/99 Disney Street PERFECTLY PRIVATE

Offering nearly new home situated in a well maintained and freestanding group of units. You will be instantly invited into this refreshing home by its natural light, large lounge room and open plan living. The bright kitchen boasts gas stove top and electric oven plus ample cupboard and bench space which flows into the spacious meals area. Two generous bedrooms, both with BIR, crisp and modern semi ensuite with bath and shower. Internal entry to private rear courtyard with low maintenance gardens and garden shed. More features include, separate toilet, large and functional laundry, electric heating and 2000 litre water tank all set on a peaceful and leafy area of town. This is an attractive option whether you’re looking for your first home, downsizing or simply looking for a solid investment.

FORTHCOMING AUCTION

AUCTION VIEW TERMS

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Saturday, February 20th at 2:00pm Saturday 1:30-2:00pm Vacant Possession, 10% Deposit.

Balance 30/60 Days

AGENT

Brooke Ramsay 0447 772 980

CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

HASTINGS 18 Laurel Court QUINTESSENTIAL FAMILY LIVING

This large brick veneer home set on approx. 724sqm neighbours the leafy and green Rotary park and is perfectly nestled at the end of a court offering the ideal environment for children to run & play.

Cleverly designed parents retreat to rear, with direct access to outdoor entertaining area and four more bedrooms at the front along with a central meals area overlooking the peaceful parkland.

Other features include: - Separate main bedroom with FES & WIR, plus study or nursery - Two large family living areas plus dining - Renovated kitchen with dishwasher & loads of cupboard space - Gas ducted heating - Side access with ten metre lock up shed - Outdoor undercover area - Superb established gardens with plenty of mature fruit trees With a practical location, just a short stroll to shops, cafes and the foreshore, this home will suit any family looking for that extra space, or the wise invester securing real estate.

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Saturday, March 12th at 2:30pm Saturday 2:00-2:30pm Vacant Possession, 10% Deposit.

Balance 30/60 Days

AGENT

Brooke Ramsay 0447 772 980

CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

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Offers Over $320,000

BITTERN

BTRE Expressions of Interest close 10th February 2016

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NEW LISTING

26 GASKIN AVENUE - INSPECT SATURDAY 1.30-2.00PM

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Property may be purchased with an existing tenant in place or vacant possession.

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DEVELOPMENT SITE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; GATEWAY TO OPPORTUNITY An exceptional development opportunity located in central Tyabb on approx. 715m2 with potential for a double storey townhouse development (STCA). This property adjoins another development site, also for sale. The neighbouring lot has potential for 8 double storey town houses (STCA) with shops, transport, schools, medical facilities and sporting grounds a moments walk away. Vendor would like option to rent back property during the planning process. The partially renovated existing home offers 4 bedrooms; dining and large lounge; kitchen with gas cook top, electric oven and dishwasher; butlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pantry; coonara, central heating, air conditioning, pergola and powered garage.

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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.

$450,000 BITTERN

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TYABB

CENTRAL TYABB DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY!!

With a land area approximately 1395m2, this site has potential for 5 double storey townhouses (STCA) and is adjacent to another property development site, also for sale. The neighbouring lot has a land area approx 2414m2, with both only a moments walk to shops, transport, schools, medical facilities and sporting grounds. This is an opportunity not to be missed. Receive rental income from the family home whilst waiting for your plans and permits to be approved. The large home offers 3BRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 3 living areas kitchen with gas cooking and large walk in pantry, 2 wood heaters, 2 gas heaters, air conditioning, wrap around veranda and garage with power.

Shop 1/34 High Street Hastings, 5979 8003 BITTERN

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btre.com.au From $319,950 HASTINGS

$440,000 CRIB POINT

$549,000 - $579,000

UNDER T AC CONTR

333 STONY POINT RD - INSPECT SAT 12.30-1.00PM

CENTRAL LOCATION

THE NEW PLACE IN TOWN!

THE PERFECT LOCATION

SUBDIVISION POTENTIAL

Immaculate 18sq cedar ranch-style home set on 797m2 (approx) offering cathedral ceilings to an open plan interior which has two living zones including a spacious lounge with Coonara, airFRQGLWLRQHU DQG MDUUDK KDUG ZRRG Ă RRUV 7KHUH LV D rumpus room with pool table included! â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and an adjoining alfresco deck. Main bedroom has FES & WIR & outside is a workshop with power.

A convenient location, only a momentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s walk to shops, transport, primary school and exercise tracks, and a host of luxury inclusions consisting of vinyl wrap soft closing kitchen cupboards, stone bench tops, air conditioning, GDH and stainless steel appliances including dishwasher. With 3 LOTS to choose from there is a variety of designs and colour palates, purchase off the plan and save!

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.

HASTINGS

FROM $249,500

HASTINGS

$390,000 - $420,000 BITTERN

$700,000 - $750,000

HASTINGS

Offers Over $430,000

5/10 RANKIN ROAD - INSPECT SAT 11.30-12.00PM

HASTINGS COVE 3 units available in popular retirement village.

Unit 8: 2BR unit with heating & cooling + dishwasher $279,500 Unit 16 - 2BR unit with GDH, single garage & easy care garden $249,500 Unit 39: 2BR unit with open plan living and single garage $250,000

MOVE IN AND ENJOY

CAPTURE GLORIOUS BAY VIEWS

HASTINGS CENTRAL

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.

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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.

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HASTINGS

$535,000

UNDER OFFER IN 7 DAYS

BITTERN

$320,000

HASTINGS

$432,000

UNDER OFFER IN 3 DAYS

3 LIVING AREAS - GREAT FAMILY HOME

PERFECT STARTER ON APPROX. 700 SQM

MARINA LOCATION

•4 bedrooms, master with ensuite and WIR •3 living zones, •Alfresco area with wood heater.

•631m2 lot with fenced yards front and back •Double garage with concrete drive

•Light and bright open plan living and dining areas •3 bedrooms with BIR •Dual-entry bathroom •Single carport •Close to schools shops and transport

•3 bedroom boutique single story villa •Open plan kitchen with s/steel dishwasher and meals area •Neat landscaped courtyard.

•Ducted reverse cycle heating & cooling •Double remote garage.

•Let on a month to month basis

DON McKENZIE 0419 955 177

SEAN CRIMMINS 0411 734 814

DON McKENZIE 0419 955 177

HASTINGS

OFFERS OVER $270,000 BITTERN

OFFERS OVER $449,000 HASTINGS

OFFERS OVER $530,000

SOLD

QUIET, SPACIOUS & COMFORTABLE - ROOM FOR THE BOAT OR CARAVAN

POSITION PERFECT

DON”T LET A CHANCE “GO BUY”

•Three bedrooms, main with WIR & ensuite •Separate study or fourth bedroom •Outdoor alfresco area overlooking well maintained garden •2.5 kilowatt solar power system •Double garage and undercover parking for boat or caravan •Situated on 700sqm approx

•Open plan living •Built in robes to bedrooms •Family bathroom and separate toilet •Kitchen with s/steel appliances and gas cooking •Heating & cooling •Currently tenanted on a month by month basis returning $265pw.

•Recently professionally painted throughout •4 bedrooms, main with FES and retreat upstairs •Two living areas incorporated around open plan kitchen •Outdoors features 4 car accommodation, access to rear, •20 x 40 shed with power and on a concrete slab is a bonus

SEAN CRIMMINS 0411 734 814

DON McKENZIE 0419 955 177

DON McKENZIE 0419 955 177

BITTERN

OFFERS OVER $279,000

HASTINGS

$449,000

HASTINGS

OFFERS OVER $399,000

UNDER OFFER IN 3 DAYS

22 Cedar Drive

NEAT, SWEET, SPACIOUS AND COMPLETE!

100 METRES FROM WESTERN PORT BAY

SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME - 950SQM

•2 bedrooms –main with WIR & dual-entry bathroom •Ducted heating throughout plus split system heating & cooling •Kitchen with plenty of storage space and premium appliances •Large lounge with separate dining •Decked alfresco area •Single remote lock up garage

•3 bedrooms,2 bathrooms, •Separate lounge, combined family and dining room •Open plan kitchen with stone benchtops & stainless steel appliances •Double car garage

•3 spacious bedrooms - main with walk in robe and ensuite •Huge living area and open plan dining •Tasmanian Oak country-style kitchen •Gas heating, reverse cycle cooling •Outdoor undercover entertaining area, extra sheds

SEAN CRIMMINS 0411 734 814

DON McKENZIE 0419 955 177

CRIB POINT

$318,000 NEGOTIABLE CRIB POINT

INSPECT SATURDAY 11.00-11.30AM SEAN CRIMMINS 0411 734 814

$304,000 NEGOTIABLE HASTINGS

$420,000

UNDER CONTRACT

2/254 Stony Point Road

BE PART OF A GREAT INVESTMENT - REDUCED TO SELL!

LOOKING FOR CONVENIENCE?

QUALITY & CLASS

•Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, •Open plan family room and dining area with separate lounge room •Three bedrooms, main with WIR & ensuite •Heating and cooling •Landscaped gardens •Returning $1387 per month, leased til 15th January 2017!

•Stylish 2 bedroom villa, main with walk-in robe •Kitchen with dishwasher •Large open plan living area opening to outdoor entertaining area •Ducted heating •Designed for a low maintenance lifestyle

•3 bedroom villa close to shops •Kitchen with stainless steel appliances including dishwasher, •Main bedroom with en-suite and walk in robe.

•Second living area opening to landscaped gardens •Double garage

INSPECT WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY 11.00-11.30AM DON McKENZIE 0419 955 177

DON McKENZIE 0419 955 177

Baywest Real Estate (VIC) Pty. Ltd. 1/109 High Street Hastings, VIC 3915 Ph: 03 5979 4412 Fax: 03 5979 3097 Email: enquiries@baywestrealestate.com.au Web: www.baywestrealestate.com.au Page 6

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Frankston

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

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Somerville 20 Clairmont Close Negotiable over $390,000 Inspect As advertised or by appointment Q Great

family home sure to impress

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carpets & painted throughout

undercover entertaining areas

Frankston

Jason Stirling | 0411 520 173

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Warneet 21 Gnoorong Street $490,000 Plus Inspect As advertised or by appointment Q Stunning Q Open

home on 1000m2 (approx.) block

plan kitchen with quaility appliances

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large deck, great for entertaining

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Jason Stirling | 0411 520 173

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MARKET PLACE

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Auction Thursday 3rd March at 11am on site 1079 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud

Delicious Freehold Investment

Secluded in nature Address: For Sale: Agency: Agent: Outline indicative only

Anyone who loves good food will know the joys of a well-stocked delicatessen.

Why not maximise the joy, by owning the freehold?

Tenanted by the ‘European Deli & Café’ Rent $108,718 pa Net Annual rent reviews Current 5 year lease with options Double fronted shop of 400m2* *Approx Prime position in central Rosebud

9775 1535 nicholscrowder.com.au

Tom Crowder Linda Ellis

0438 670 300 0400 480 397

Level 1, 1 Colemans Road, Carrum Downs VIC 3201

114 Bayview Road, MERRICKS BEACH Offers over $750,000 Century21 Homeport, 2100 Frankston-Flinders Road, Hastings Brooke Ramsay, 0447 772 980

A MERE stroll from the white sands of Merricks Beach, this spacious home offers endless opportunities, set on more than 1000 square metres of land. Engulfed in leafy green surroundings, with pine tree and manna gums home to wildlife, the home measures an impressive 279 square metres (30 square) and offers dual living potential with kitchen and bathroom facilities on each level. The interior is retro, however if you are feling creative, with some imagination and flair this could become a significent beachside getaway in arguably one of the most sought-after spots along Western Port Bay. At ground level is a spacious family zone incorporating a kitchen and meals area, three bedrooms all have built-in robes and there is a downstairs bathroom and laundry. The first floor has a wide balcony opening from the lounge, there is a big dining area and the kitchen has a corner pantry. One bedroom, which also opens out to the balcony, has a walk-in robe and ensuite.

64 High Street, Hastings 03 5979 2489 www.robertsandgreen.com.au HASTINGS 66 Warranqite Crescent Located on the waterfront

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YOUR DREAM LIFESTYLE AWAITS - Be inspired by the huge potential and versatility of this affordable home set on approximately 1,063sqm (1/4 acre.) Perched at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in a tightly-held neighbourhood, here lies a wonderful opportunity for first home buyers, investors and retirees to secure an enviable Balnarring lifestyle.

3 bedrooms with robes.

Q Boutique kitchen with dishwasher.

Q Dining room offers wood combustion heater and aircon.

Q Side access to a large shed and huge rear yard lightly treed with native vegetation.

Q This allotment offers huge potential to extend and cosmetically enhance the home (S.T.C.A.)

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Open plan living.

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Picturesque kitchen.

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Lovely verandah.

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Enjoy an effortless way of life, where you’re just a short stroll to the Village and Lazzar Winery.

Offers over $495,000 Inspect: By Appointment

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

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TUERONG 284 Hodgins Road

Auction: Sat. 20th February at 2:00pm

FIVE ACRES OF SECLUDED BLISS - Set against the lush peninsula landscape, retreat to your own piece of the country in an exclusive and tightly-held locale. Instantly relaxing, the home is tactile, soft and organic and each window is blessed with beautiful garden views.

Q 4 spacious bedrooms, master suite with BIR, ensuite and walk in robe.

Q Open plan lounge and dining area.

Q Character-filled timber kitchen with upright stove, dishwasher and overhead cupboards.

Q Showpiece outdoor entertaining area with café blinds, polished concrete floors and wood combustion heater.

Q Separate s/contained flat with 2BR’s with BIR’s, bathroom, air-con, alfresco and kitchenette (without cooking facilities.)

Q 40m x 25m shed with power and concrete, plus separate carport.

Terms: 10% deposit, settlement 30/60 days.

Inspect: Saturday 1:30-2:00pm

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HASTINGS 9/161 Marine Parade

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

IDYLLIC WATERSIDE RETREAT - Presenting a welcoming ambiance, the home provides a perfect canvas for your sure sense of seaside style with a versatile layout equally suited to lazy weekend getaways or a brand new life by the water.

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

2 spacious bedrooms with direct balcony access.

Neat and tidy kitchen with plenty of bench and cupboard space.

Q Light-filled lounge dressed in plantation shutters and neutral tones.

Q Enclosed outdoor sun-room, perfect for entertaining year round and fully fenced yard.

Q Tradies delight with large shed including study and separate double garage.

Q Further features include heating and air-conditioning.

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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!

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Leisure and lifestyle combines in this well-established leafy location, just moments from the thriving shopping strip, nature trails and neighbouring Hastings Park. Relax, you are definitely in holiday mode here.

Please contact our office for an information memorandum

From $320,000 Inspect: Sunday 1:00-1:30pm

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Hastings 4/30 Skinner Street

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Opposite Marina! New Quality Townhouse Designed with luxury in mind, this entire complex is a luxurious blend of sophistication, elegance & location. This exclusive town house set at the rear of the block, is perfect for those looking for a private coastal position at a very affordable price. The residence includes 2 spacious living areas catering for the entire family. A fine choice of interiors incorporating double glazed window & hardwood flooring.

Designed for today’s needs, the finishes of this exceptional build are top class - SMEG cooking appliances & dishwasher, glass splashbacks & ceramic bathroom ware. Other features include gas ducted heating, as well as all LED lighting - this 6-star energy-efficient complex comes complete with solar hot water system too. Another ‘money saver’ is the reticulated toilet 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 three gone already this will sell fast!

Auction Saturday 5th March at 11.00am View By Appointment www.harcourts.com.au Jason Dowler M 0403 598 754 P 03 5970 7333 jason.dowler@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Hastings 10/14 High Street

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Hastings 64 King Street

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Period Charm with Endless Opportunity! (1000m2 approx.)

Auction

Here lies a chance to purchase a rare period home in the heart of Hastings with everything just a short stroll away. This block fronted Victorian home boasts high ceilings, polished boards, wide entrance hall and many other period features which makes this gem well suited to all families, professionals, developers and anyone after that ideal place to call home. Comprising: 3 bedrooms, lounge, open plan kitchen and meals, central bathroom, laundry with toilet, undercover rear deck ideal for entertaining, huge yard, extensive shedding ideal for boat and caravan storage and loads of natural light. Ideal for rear townhouse development(STCA) with plenty of space and wide side access. Close to Foreshore Reserve, High St, shops, cafes, public transport and only minutes drive to great freeway access and great beaches. INSPECTION A MUST!

This Saturday at 2.00pm View Saturday 1.30-2.00pm www.harcourts.com.au Matt Collins M 0407 205 450 P 03 5970 7333 matt.collins@harcourts.com.au Tim Ripper M 0434 513 640 P 03 5970 7333 tim.ripper@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Hastings 10/14 High Street

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Crib Point 360 Stony Point Road

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Here lies a an excellent opportunity to buy a great home in a sought after suburb. With all the hard work done you can just move in straight away and enjoy. Comprising: 4 bedrooms, large open plan kitchen, meals and family room, central bathroom, laundry, undercover entertaining, ample yard space, huge garage and a high front fence which provides great privacy. Close to a range quality local schools and parklands, local shops, public transport, minutes drive to Somers beach, Hastings High St and freeway access. Inspection a must!

For Sale Negotiable over $335,000 View Saturday 11.00-11.30am www.harcourts.com.au Tim Ripper M 0434 513 640 P 03 5970 7333 tim.ripper@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Hastings 10/14 High Street

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Balnarring 37 Azure Avenue

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Turn this house into your dream home in your dream location!

For Sale

On offer is a double storey delight with a fantastic layout perfect for the handy renovator who can see the potential to capitalise on this highly sought after location. Comprising 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan kitchen & dining, two living zones, two balconies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one to the front & one to the rear, downstairs verandah and a single carport. A total of 23.5 squares under roofline.

All of this is positioned on a great size block of 864m2 approx, located in an ideal pocket of Balnarring, walking distance to shops, trendy restaurants, cafes, primary school and a short drive to the beach, wineries & Peninsula Link. This property will not be on the market long.

Negotiable over $470,000 View By Appointment www.harcourts.com.au Amanda Walles M 0403 555 156 P 03 5970 7333 amanda.walles@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Hastings 10/14 High Street

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Hastings 20 Kurrajong Street

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Fresh & Bright This 3BR home is set close to town, and has been freshly painted throughout. All bedrooms have BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, there is a formal lounge with gas wall furnace, separate meals area, kitchen with gas appliances,

brand new family bathroom with shower over bath, separate laundry and a great sized back yard. it ticks all the boxes, be sure not to miss it.

Outside is a secure yard and carport.

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Beautiful light & bright unit, $300 Per Week perfect for a couple or single View By Appointment person. Includes 2BRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, main www.harcourts.com.au bathroom, open plan lounge with kitchen featuring gas & Hastings Office electric cooking plus P 03 5970 7333 hastings@harcourts.com.au dishwasher. Floating boards

throughout, air-conditioning and a single garage. A spacious outdoor courtyard area has access out to the street an you are right behind Aldi, Kmart and all the other shops on High Street.

Harcourts Hastings 10/14 High Street

Hastings 13 The Sheedy Way

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Hastings 4 Gold Court If a simple, low maintenance one bedroom property is what you are after then look no more! Comprising living room with electric heating, kitchen & meals area with electric cooking, bathroom with

shower over bath and separate laundry with external door to backyard. The property is on a big fully fenced block with little maintenance required to keep up to standard.

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168 Main Street, Mornington VIC 3931 T. 03 5975 6888 Mornington

Auction

852 Nepean Highway, Mornington With bay views and an abundance of space, this two-storey three-bedroom, two-bathroom plus a study residence simply outclasses its competition with its zoned living, spacious proportions, affordable price tag and central to everything position. Polished boards and a neutral colour scheme create a refreshing backdrop to formal, family and entertaining spaces. Enjoy bay views from bed in the main bedroom with sea-facing balcony and en suite. Ducted heating and a double garage further support the first home or investment advantages. Close to Bentons Square, Main Street, schools, buses and the beachfront, this property offers move straight in enjoyment with scope to further enhance for years of enjoyment.

Auction Saturday 5th March 12.00pm Inspection As advertised or by appointment Contact Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 Jake Egan 0491 129 137 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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168 Main Street, Mornington VIC 3931 T. 03 5975 6888

Rosebud Auction This Saturday

Auction

424A Waterfall Gully Road, Rosebud Secreted away on a larger than life allotment, this single-level residence’s unique setting and grand grounds are complemented by expansive four-bedroom, two-bathroom plus an office accommodation with a massive tradesman’s garage with separate workshop and office to a huge entertaining deck and tranquil Japanese inspired gardens. Cleverly zoned with an entertainer’s granite kitchen, excellent appointments include a sublime main bedroom with Japanese inspired en suite with double showers, R/C air conditioning units, double carport, additional workshop and more. Despite its sense of seclusion, the property is close to a choice of schools, Rosebud shopping, National Parks, golf courses and bay beaches.

Auction Saturday 20th February 2.00pm Inspection As advertised or by appointment Contact Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 Rachel Crook 0419 300 515 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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Mount Martha

Auction

4 Benjamin Street, Mount Martha In a quiet cul-de-sac just a hop, skip and a splash from the beachfront, this single-level three-bedroom, twobathroom residence has a captivating seaside presence with its sublime interior spaces complemented by a swimming pool wrapped in expanses of decking. Beautifully detailed, a stone and Smeg entertainer’s kitchen accompanies a fabulous dining zone, tranquil living and glass-framed family room extending to poolside entertaining. A main bedroom with luxe stone en suite and polished floorboards add to the excellence in this sought-after beachside setting just 200 metres to the bay and close to every family amenity. Alternatively, developers could capitalise with a multi-unit development (STCA).

Auction Saturday 27th February 1.00pm Inspection As advertised or by appointment Contact Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 Rachel Crook 0419 300 515 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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168 Main Street, Mornington VIC 3931 T. 03 5975 6888

Red Hill

Auction

66 Prossors Lane, Red Hill Tucked away at the end of quintessential country lane with stunning views across the valley with Edward’s Bush as a backdrop, yet only minutes from Red Hill Consolidated School, the General Store, recreation facilities, iconic Red Hill Market and ten minutes from Point Leo beach, this truly is a rare opportunity to acquire a property that has been part of the one family for generations. Set on a manageable three acres, the spacious four-bedroom, twobathroom single-level residence with three living areas is cocooned within an acre of botanic established gardens with two acres of prime grazing land.

Auction Saturday 27th February 2.00pm Inspection As advertised or by appointment Contact Tashkin Hassan 0432 567 061 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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27 Summerfield Drive, Mornington A crowd pleasing entertainer in the sought-after Summerfields Estate, this single-level residence delivers freeflowing family luxury of impressive proportions. Five-bedroom, two-bathroom plus a study accommodation complements palatial all-season alfresco entertaining and a whopping nine car remote garage with boat/caravan storage. Fashionable contemporary flooring flows throughout with zoned formal living and family rooms and a striking stone entertainer’s kitchen adjoining a spacious dining room. Close to schools, shops and transport, the Summerfields Estate is known as a wonderful family area which further elevates the five star success of this magnificent home.

Auction Saturday 5th March 11.00am Inspection As advertised or by appointment Contact Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 Rachel Crook 0419 300 515 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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GREEN, GREEN GRASS OF HOME Rear dwelling on a block of just two, this spacious open plan 3BR unit exudes quality with high ceilings creating a feeling of space. A large lounge and dining area adjoins the kitchen with Caesar stone benchtops and quality appliances. The main bedroom has FES & WIR while the other two bedrooms have BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Quality features include ducted heating, split system cooling, ducted vacuum, remote double garage with internal entry and quality fixtures and fittings throughout.

Auction: Saturday 27th February at 1pm

For Sale: $580,000 - $620,000

Inspect: As advertised or by appointment

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

Chris Garrett 0419 397 835

JUST LISTED

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FRONT ROW SEATS TO THE BEST VIEW AVAILABLE No other apartment at Martha Cove can boast the stunning harbour views that this property has to offer. An absolute waterfront single level 3 bedroom apartment offering approximately 17 squares of internal living. The prime corner position provides unrestricted views over the stunning marina from the kitchen, living areas and extensive balcony. Ducted heating & cooling, 2 bathrooms and basement car parking for 2 cars & 2 lock up storage cages all add to the properties appeal.

AS NEW TERRACE HOME WITH A WATER VIEW! Superbly presented 4 bedroom terrace home offering relaxed low maintenance permanent living or the ideal weekender. Open plan upstairs lounge and dining areas, stunning kitchen with 900mm stainless steel appliances and stone bench tops, a large separate downstairs family room, ducted heating & cooling, plus 2 bathrooms and a separate powder room. Sliding doors from the main living area open directly onto the outdoor undercover balcony, the perfect location to enjoy the lights on Arthurs Seat or the Martha Cove waterway.

For Sale: $789,500

For Sale: $735,000

Inspect: As advertised or by appointment

Inspect: As advertised or by appointment Stuart Cox 0417 124 707

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Shop 11, Bentons Square, Mornington 5976 8899

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Shop 14, Balnarring Village 5983 5509

100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...

Farmers to refrain from burnoffs Compiled by Melissa Walsh THE Presbyterian services throughout the district will be conducted on Sunday next by Mr A. M’Allan as here advertised. Mr McDonald, who was called away from his examination to attend the funeral of a brother who died with tragic suddenness, hopes to resume his work on the following Sunday. *** THE anniversary of the Langwarrin Methodist Church was held on Wednesday evening in the church, when there was a crowded attendance. Rev R. Jackson occupied the chair, and a good programme of songs, recitations etc was gone through. Light refreshments were handed round during the evening, and the proceeds terminated by those present singing “Rule Britannia.’ *** A special appeal to farmers to refrain from burning off stubble on land cleared by harvesters is being made by the Lands department. It is felt that unless the appeal is heeded there will be danger of areas of the State being devastated by fire.

A few weeks hence, the Secretary of Lands remarks, the weather will have moderated to such an extent that there will not be nearly the danger in burning off, but even then he advises strict observation of the departmental regulations, which make it mandatory for burning off to take place only between sunrise and sunset and then only with at least four men on

the spot to prevent the spread of the fire to other areas. *** THE Poll of ratepayers in the Shire of Frankston and Hastings, for the purpose of deciding whether the Governor-in-Council will grant an Order-in-Council to the Frankston Gas Company to allow them to establish electric light and power throughout the Shire, was taken on Thursday last. Very little interest was shown by the rate-payers on the question. At the Frankston booth only 101 voted, and they were all in favor of consent being given to the Company to establish electric light and power throughout the Shire. The total number polled throughout the Shire were—for electric light, 228, against 4. *** ON Saturday (this evening) the Mornington Amateur Dramatic Club will give their entertainment consisting of 3 one-act comediettas, entitled “Snowed up with a Duchess” “The Kleptomaniac” and “Their new paying guest,’” in the Somerville Mechanics’ Hall, in aid of the Red Cross Society.

This entertainment was to have been held on the 22nd January last, but owing to the hall being wanted for a recruiting meeting, the management gracefully gave way, and postponed it till this evening, when it is hoped they will be greeted with a bumper house. It may be mentioned that the members of the Club are giving this entertainment free of any cost whatever to the society, so that if the pub-

lic act in a like patriotic spirit by their attendance, the society should benefit by a substantial amount being added to their funds. *** THE Eight Hours Committee announce elsewhere in this issue its Diamond Jubilee, being the 60th Annual Art Union, in which 100 prizes, of a total value of £1000 will be distributed. The first prize is valued at £500, the second £100 and the third £50. The support accorded the undertaking last year was so generous that the committee were enable to donate a very substantial sum to the hospitals and public charities, to which the proceeds are devoted.

It will be the sixth celebration of the establishment of the system which enjoins “Eight hours’ labor, eight hours’ recreation, and eight hours’ rest.” The Committee has already made complete arrangements in connection with the Fete, which will be held at the Exhibition Buildings, Monday, 10th April.

A splendid programme of sports and amusements has been arranged for Eight Hours Day, which has been declared a Public Holiday throughout the State. Numerous special attractions will be provided for adults and children, the latter being particularly well catered for in the shape of races for boys and girls of all ages, skipping contests, and other suitable events, and in addition, thousands of toys, skipping ropes, and bags of lollies will be given away free.

The tickets are only one shilling

each, and may be purchased in almost every town in the State, or direct from the Secretary, Mr John Hyman, at the Trades Hall, Carlton. *** WE regret to report that word was received on Tuesday that Driver F. Benson, who left for the front with Colonel Tivey’s brigade, is seriously ill with appendicitis. Corporal Ted Reynolds is also in hospital in Egypt, suffering from poisoned arm, caused by inoculation. Later and more favorable reports are eagerly looked forward to. *** REFERRING yesterday to the insanitary conditions at the Victoria Markets, which were recently the subject of criticism in “The Age,” Dr T. W. Sinclair, city health officer, stated that, as the result of investigations by the health committee, it had been decided to take action to materially improve the prevailing conditions, which were certainly bad. *** FOUR boys presented themselves on Thursday at the Criminal Court to give evidence on a serious matter. They were successively asked

by Mr Justice Hodges whether they understood their duty to tell the truth, and on replying in the affirmative they were questioned as to what would happen if they told lies. One said, “ I should have to go to gaol.”

He was allowed to testify. The next bluntly affirmed “ I should have to go to hell.” His evidence was immediately accepted The third, speaking

with diffidence, offered the opinion, “ I should not go to heaven” and his depositions were taken. But the fourth boy sent the court into bursts of laughter by remarking, “I expect I should be sent to the John Murray.’

There was no objection to his testimony either. *** A very old resident of Frankston, in the person of Mrs Cattanach, passed away last Monday, the 14th inst. Mrs Cattanach was the widow of the late Thomas Cattanach J.P., who had been associated with Frankston and the Peninsula since a very early date, having had charge of the construction of the Frankston pier, as well as those at Schnapper Point (Mornington) Dromana, Portsea, and Philip Island.

Mr Cattanach built at Frankston in 1880, and lived here until his death, Mrs Cattanach continuing her residence in the same house until the close of her life last Monday. The funeral was in accordance with the deceased [par]ty’s wish of an entirely private character. The deceased lady,who was in her 93rd year, was born in Scotland, and arrived in Victoria in 1853, coming out in the “Elizabeth”, a ship owned and sailed

by Mrs Cattanach’s brother, Captain David Masterton. Mrs Cattanach was devotedly attended to by her nieces, while Dr Maxwell was unremitting in his care. Mrs Cattanach was interred in the family grave in Melbourne. *** From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 19 February, 1916

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Despite its country roots, square dancing is now one of the most modern dance forms out there. You’ll love the variety of music with artists ranging from Elvis, The Beatles, ABBA, The Seekers, Elton John, Rod Stewart, Garth Brooks, Keith Urban, Samantha Jade, Taylor Swift and just about everyone in between. The best part is that the music is re-made and specially created for dancing so there is no loud or annoying music - it is all enjoyable to listen and dance to for all ages.

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Take me home – the music & life of John Denver Australian tour 2016 TAKE Me Home – The Music & Life of John Denver returns to Australia following the astounding success of the 2014 tour of Australia.

Singer Bevan Gardiner, accompanied by international musicians perform all the John Denver songs with such accuracy and feeling that if you close your eyes you will be effortlessly transported to the era of John Denver. The show includes exclusive film footage of John Denver through his career, his personal life and his love for the environment.

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ment with John Denver management Australian audiences experienced this show in 2014 and witnessed the rising talent Bevan Gardiner. Originally Gardiner debuted in Australia when he was the support act for American country singer Charley Pride. People rushed to buy his CD commenting how much he sounded like John Denver. Even Pride was impressed: “Bevan is amazing. He sounds just like John Denver,” the country singer said at the time.

Music  Arts  Food

RÜFÜS – BLOOM

By Billy Dixon “IN the first few years we were playing, getting to play a show at the Oxford Art Factory in Sydney was a dream… when you actually get to a milestone like that, you’re pinching each other and giving high fives!” It’s a sentiment that many newer bands can relate to, as they hop from bar to pub to club, trawling the suburbs of their home state for fans. For RÜFÜS, it’s a reality that constantly surprises with generous bounties of love and recognition for the indie dance trio, consisting of Tyrone Lindqvist, Jon George and James Hunt.

“You never see it coming, you can’t predict it, but you’re definitely really grateful for it… by the time we were playing the Enmore in Sydney after seeing so many shows there from the audience, to be on stage there is just crazy.” The group’s only 6 years old, remember, so to go from Tyrone’s alternative, acoustic music to the trio’s current global tour is whiplash-inducing. But, as he points out, “it has taken a lot of work, so it wasn’t entirely a surprise. To someone outside it might seem a bit out-of-nowhere, but for us, it’s been stepby-step, healthy growth.”

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That’s a luxury many entertainers just don’t have. Think of the child actor who stumbles onto the set of a blockbuster. Many wound up in the wrong crowd, or dabbling with addictive drugs, but RÜFÜS are going from strength to strength.

Of course, it helps when you’re friends with your colleagues. “Jon had just finished a producing/engineering course and was DJing around Sydney when he needed some help musically… I needed help with production, and we just got along, sharing a bond over Booka Shade and Trentemøller.” Drummer James Hunt was a high school pal of Tyrone’s, and is “a machine on the drums! We got him on board and he’s been an integral part of the writing wheel as well.”

The musical bond the three share is strong enough to obviate the need for words. “We don’t have to talk too much… if one of us doesn’t like it the everyone already knows we’re moving on to the next thing, without needing to explain why. It’s a nice ‘one-brain’ process.”

No power struggles for artistic control here, just the pleasant, melodic electro tunes that RÜFÜS are known for, the world over. “We’re three best friends having a good time in the studio, doing what we love to do.” Mixing work and hobbies can be a dangerous game, but it looks (and certainly sounds) like they’ve found the perfect balance.

Like most Australian indie-esque acts, RÜFÜS wouldn’t be where they are now without the all-encompassing platform of Australian music that is Triple J. “We used unearthed as a platform… just to get our music online.

“Then, if you’re lucky enough, you might get a few spins on Triple J. Now that they’ve launched Unearthed radio they can cover more new music for people that want to hear it.” As a disclaimer, they actually caught the finely-tuned ears of Louie McKerdie, who gave Paris Collides its first national airplay, as well as specialist plays from the odd presenter that happened to find an affinity with their music.

But their live show is their bread and butter. “We felt a real shift in support when we

released Take Me, from Atlas… it was our first song to get high rotation on the radio, and since then it’s been going gangbusters. “For any artist to get their songs played nationwide, it’s a giant opportunity.

Even on our first two Eps, Triple J were great supporters, playing This Summer and Paris Collides. It’s almost necessary if you want to tour Australia and break even, or even run at a small loss.” It’s a nice relationship, one that every fledgling band should aim for in some capacity. “To get the feature album was a huge deal for us… it’s been one of our biggest breaks!

RÜFÜS’ second full-length studio album, Bloom, was released a couple of weeks ago, shooting straihgt to number oen on the ARIA charts. They’ll kick off their nationwide tour in Adelaide on 29th April. The record contains more of their signature sound with just a little bit of evolutionary twist, in keeping with their “step-by-step, healthy growth.” It immediately scored accolades from all over the country and should be mandatory in any playlist that features electronic or dance music. Get it now.

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5TH WHEELER /Toy hauler 2005 Amerlite Gulfstream 8.4M Brown. Priced to sell. Rarely used over the past 4 years.

Excellent condition, completely set up with many extras, suitable for wild camping. All LED lights, built in BBQ for cooking outside, new fridge, rear storage approx 3.0 meters square. Solar, regulator, 2 batteries, awning, 2 x 9kg gas bottles, gas HWS, 2 roof vents, Pure Sine Wave w/built-in charger, fire extinguisher, fire blanket, smoke, gas & carbon monoxide alarms, blinds, air con, fridge/freezer (new), LG washing machine, 3 burner stove, gas oven, microwave, rangehood, dinette seating, toilet, shower with vanity basin, queen bed, 2 lounge captain chairs, vinyl flooring. $32,000.

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CARAVAN, 2003, 19foot, Regent series 3 Cruiser (Club Lounge model), comes with, QS bed, centre kitchen, 3 way fridge, club lounge seats 6, R.C air con, HWS, Battery back up, full awning, full annexe, built in stereo, brand new port-a-poti, quality fittings, with extras, ready to go. $27,000 or ONO. 0405 452 250.

CARAVAN BIKE RACK, Fiamma and two quality Raliegh welded alloy bicycles, all in need of TLC. Waiting to be restored to their prestigious selves. ideal project, $250. Worth every cent. Lockington VIC. 0402 202 120.

FRANKLIN, Hunter, 12' x 7' , 3 berth, 1978 retro era, EC inside and out, lovely walnut woodgrain interior, 3 way fridge, 2 burner gas stove, new curtains, new tyres, new brakes, new gas bottle, new water tank and tap, as new annexe (hardly used made by Tebbs), custom made rear bumper bar with spare wheel, reg until 07/16. $4,650 neg. 0431 181 645 or 9791 4702 anytime.

GOLDSTREAM Wing 3 Off Road Campervan. Very good condition, used 3 times for short trips.

Electric pump, Anderson plug, stove & microwave never used, club lounge, air con, inverter, 2 gas bottles, sleeps 5, Fiamma awning, 3 way fridge, flys, reg (V22948) til June 2016. $28,000.

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BUSHTRACKER 2005 16ft. 2 gas bottles, standard external front cargo doors, new Aussie Traveller "Coolabah" awning 2014, full annexe, rear camera, 4 x wind down stabilisers, 3 water tanks, 4 solar panels, 4 x 130amp/hrs deep cycle GEL batteries, new 2014 hour Seasons hatch, Dometic air con, Winguard antenna, mobile phone antenna, 12v external outlet, queen size island bed, LED reading lights, Xantrex Inverter 1800 watt, 50 amp automatic battery charger, TEAC 47cm LED TV /DVD, Pioneer AM/FM radio with 12 stacker CD/DVD player inc external speakers, VANSAT portable Satellite TV System including VAST Decoder, 187 litre "COOLMATIC" 12volt compressor fridge/freezer, microwave, shower/toilet combo with handbasin, 4 gas burner stove /oven/grill. Reg 29/4/2016 (S96720) $55,000. Phone: 0488 401 915.

JAYCO 2012 Discovery 17.6ft dual axle. First to see will buy.

This Van has it all. As new used only twice, modern light coloured timber look with chrome fittings/décor, neutral colours, shower/toilet, reverse cycle airconditioned, microwave/fridge freezer, HD TV with DVD, rear entry door, drop down jacks, outside table, rear nudge bar, bike rack, side awning. Many extras including heavy duty Hayman Reece tow bar fitting with anti-sway bars, tow ball lock, electric braking system and controller, independent mobile unit which allows you to position van, full cover, new baby weber barbeque, registration (U16-865). $32,999. Phone: 0419 998 419 MOBILE COFFEE TRAILER, self contained, Health Department approval (to operate on private land anywhere in Victoria or council/state land with a permit). Inspect at Once Upon a Time (open 7 days) 1167 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud, VIC. $26,000. All inclusive. Phone, 5982 0999.

REGENT Caravan 2005. 19'6", 4 wheel electric brakes/brake away, alloy rims, front storage boot, 12 volt battery and charger, twin water tanks, twin gas bottles, electric/gas hot water, 3 way fridge, queen size bed with inner spring mattress, under bed storage, combo toilet shower, shaver/storage cabinet, roof top air conditioner, new roll out awning, microwave, 4 burner gas cook top/griller, rangehood, loads of cupboard space, slide out pantry, TV, DVD /radio surround sound player, tyres in excellent condition, always kept in shed when at home. Registration (Q87-324).

Excellent Condition throughout.

Endeavour Hills. $33,000.

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SUPREME Getaway 2006 Pop top. Great little Off-road Poptop caravan. Very good condition with one owner. Not been used in recent years due to illness. Registration (R42-124) until July 2016. Single axle built in steel base, new awning, gas bottles, electric brakes, single beds, 3 way fridge, 4 burner cooker with grill and with many more features. $28,000. Phone: 9700 7931.

JAYCO Discovery Pop Top 17ft, 2010. This van is in excellent condition, immaculately cared for. Will sell with all towing gear, incl, special towball frame, driving mirrors, levelling ramps, wheel chocks, also two wheel "buggy" for maneuvering van.

Also comes with 2 y.o. TV/DVD and aerial, also water filters, the van has been covered at all times, it has a brand new "Prestige" cover which will be sold with the van. Suit a new buyer with all the gear to go with it. It will not disappoint, Reg till May 2016 (T38-611). $25,550. Phone: 0410 133 360.

JAYCO Freedom Pop Top 2003 17ft. One owner, double bed, Inner spring mattress, front cafe dining, reverse cycle air conditioning, gas/electric cooktop & griller, 3 way fridge, LED lights, pull out awning, picnic table on side of van, plus extras, registration (QO4-472), worth a look if after a bargain give me a call now. $17,000 neg. Phone: 0413 690 123.

SLIDE ON Camper Nov 2012 Trailblazer, as new, toilet, shower, Nth/Sth queen bed, air con, lrge fridge, m/wave, TV /DVD, solar panel, Electric jacks & heavy duty cover plus more & Ford Ranger super cab, November 2012 XLT 3.2 turbo deisel, 6spd auto, as new 58,000 kms, long range fuel tank, 2 side boxes, rear drawer, registered til November (ZJJ-908), RWC plus more. $95,000 neg or will seperate. Phone: 0428 119 253.

MERCEDES 2008 Motorhome 6 birth. Auto, toilet & shower, annexe, solar panel, TV aerial, dual battery, safe microwave, TV/DVD, water filtration, rear tool box, generator 3 way fridge, air con, new front tyres, low klm's, registration (1DV-1VJ) until Jan 2017, RWC. $89,000 neg. Phone: 0437 820 883.

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MOTORHOME Toyota Coaster Bus. 1995 model, 6cyl motor, 5 speed manual, reg till June 2016 (R3L-AXN), RWC, 460,000 kms.

Fitted out in 2014, perfect for the motorhome lifestyle, shower, toilet, gas/elec HWS, 170L water tanks, 220L Waeco fridge, also slide out for bbq or drinks fridge, Smev gas/elec cooker /grill, plenty of storage, 480watts of solar, 2 x 100ah AGM batteries, 12v & 24v charger, inverter, dc to dc charger, remote control radio /CD/MP3 player, UHF radio, 5 metre awning lift/tilt, double bed, slide out pantry, microwave, wardrobe, plenty of storage, TV, Wingard antenna $59,000. Phone: 0419 534 604 or 0414 558 022

REGENT Mayfair Caravan 18' Pop Top, single axle, double bed, new awning, Flick Master tap for tank and town water, new water pump and level indicator, battery condition indicator, new battery, good tyres, front boot, stove with grill, fridge, shade cloth for annexe and for all sides with tracks, 2 boxes on rear, reverse cycle air conditioning/heating, flat screen TV with arm, new vinyl on floor, tv aerial, rear camera, always kept undercover, excellent condition, reg (N31-938). $16,000 neg. Phone: 0428 132 921.

TOYOTA Coaster Deluxe 2000 Self Sustainable Motorhome with everything ready for Freedom Camping. Fitout is immaculate, solar panels, 3x120ah batteries, gas appliances, 140 litre water storage/70 litre grey, genuine care and effort has gone into this bus, mechanically solid, 1Hz 4.2 litre diesel engine manual, only 114,000 genuine km, ceramic thermoshield applied to roof, reverse cameras, TV/DVD and Winguard aerial, exhaust braking, bathroom w /toilet, shower, queen bed can be made up as 2 single beds, plenty of bench space, 150 litre 2 door fridge, washing machine portable, diesel powered heater, extremely efficient, 2 fan assisted roof vents, Fiamma awning, 3 x 120 amp hour deep cell batteries, instantaneous hot water, new design for RV's, registration (). Reluctant sale due to illness. REDUCED TO $62,000. Phone: 0490 177 508.

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WINDSOR, Dynasty, 24ft, 2001, full ensuite, island d/bed, 3x bunks, 4 burner, cooktop, grill, microwave, comes with all cooking equipment/utensils.

New TV, bedding, roll out awning come annexe, elec brakes, tandom axle, independent suspension, Rev cycle AC, gas, HWS, front boot storage, 2 new gas bottles, reg 05.2016, easy to two. $30,000ono. 03 5625 1312.

V Motor Vehicles HYUNDAI Sonata, 2002, mechanically sound but needs work, UKP-497. Sell cheap, $1,000. 0449 925 778.

STARCRAFT Poptop campervan, 12FT tinny and 15HP motor, 4 stroke Yamaha, all you need for your fishing/camping family holiday, just hitch up and go, van has 2 single beds, 2 double beds, new canvas, new fly overs, new tyres and rims, new axles and wheel bearings, 7 months reg., all in GC. $5,500neg. For more information call Dean on 0418 386 918.

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Brittain on fire for Baxter PROVINCIAL

By IT Gully MORNINGTON Peninsula Cricket Association Provincial star Chris Brittain hit his second century in as many innings as he helped Baxter to victory on the first day of its clash against Moorooduc.

Brittain’s last four knocks have amassed more than 400 runs with scores of 79 against Somerville, 90 against Mornington, 122 against Long Island and 118 against the Ducs on Saturday.

What was even more impressive is that Brittain was able to score the runs so quickly. Joe Rule lost his wicket before scoring, bringing Brittain to the crease with the Baxter score on 0.

Together with Todd Quinn (57), Brittain was able to get the score

to 131 before enjoying another 80 run partnership with skipper Daniel Warwick (35). Dale Irving had some hitting practice late to help Baxter get to 4/272 in just 38 overs.

Going into day two of the clash, Baxter already has 12 points. Sitting in fifth place on the ladder, four points behind Sorrento, Baxter wants and needs the outright.

Baxter sent Moorooduc in after winning the toss and bowled out the home team in 42 overs for 167.

Sam Wolsgrove took full advantage of being in the First XI for the first time this season, claiming 3/39 off seven overs, while Dale Irving and Chamika Sattambi snared 3/47 and 3/41 respectively.

David Greensmith top scored for the Ducs with 53 in his second game back in the firsts.

Baxter will be hunting the

additional eight points this week.

It was all or nothing for Long Island on Saturday with their season on the line against Crib Point and after the first couple of hours of play, it appeared the season had slipped by.

Heading into the second last round of the season, the Islanders are in sixth place on the ladder, 16 points out of fourth place. Only a win against Crib Point would give them any chance of making it.

The second placed Magpies won the toss and sent the home side into bat. After 53.2 overs, they had sent the opposition packing for just 106.

Michael Chaplin top scored with 23.

Glenn Barclay snared 5/38 and Brad Davidson 4/29 for the Pies.

It was at that stage of the match that it appeared the curtain had come down on Long Island’s season.

The Long Island bowlers needed to

produce something extra special, and they did.

Despite not having gun Scotty Phillips, the Islanders were able to put the Pies on the back foot, having them 6/46 at stumps.

Simon Dignan (2/13) and David Phillips (1/19) were able to have an early impact and Mike Reynolds really turned it on, picking up 3/4 from six overs.

Sorrento has its work cut out to pick up the win against Peninsula Old Boys.

The Sorras are currently hanging onto fourth place but they’ll need to chase down 297 to pick up the win in Round 10.

Wade Pelzer hit 101 for the Old Boys and Jon Forrest hit an unbeaten 57. Bobby Wilson was the pick of the Sorrento bowlers with 3/57.

Langwarrin has given itself every

opportunity to pick up an outright win against Rye. The Kangas lost the toss and batted first, scrambling to 172, thanks to 49 from Pete Edwards, 47 from the skipper Travis Campbell and 29 from Jake Prosser.

Tommy Baron claimed 5/49 for the Demons and Justin King picked up 3/42.

In reply, Rye is 5/43.

Pines scored 186 in its match against Somerville.

Harley Parker top scored with 30 and Jarred Coad helped himself to 26.

Russell Wilkes was the pick of the Eagles’ bowlers with 4/47.

Mt Eliza has set Mornington 256 for victory.

Justin Grant belted 112 for his side while Luke Harper was the pick of the Mornington bowlers with 4/82.

In reply, Mornington is 0/10.

Hills give themselves a shot DISTRICT

By IT Gully WITH its 2015-16 season hinging on a win, Heatherhill is in a sensational position against the top of the table and seemingly untouchable Red Hill.

With MPCA District games all over the peninsula having a massive bearing in the second last game of the season, the Hills v Hillmen was one of the games to keep an eye on.

Heatherhill batted first on Saturday after winning the toss and made 197.

The visitors were in some trouble at 5/66 and 6/85, before Nathan Martin (89) and Brett Maxwell (37) were brought together at the crease.

The pair were able to put on almost 100 to eventually give the scoreboard some respectability and the team some hope of victory.

Simon Dart was superb with the ball for the Hillmen, picking up 6/50 from 18.3 overs.

The home side needed to bat out the final 16 overs of the day and suffice to say that things went a little pear-shaped for the Hillmen, losing 5/36.

Simon Dart kept putting in ‘night watchmen’ to stem the tide, however they kept losing their wickets.

Rheede Hopgood, Mark Merrifield and Nick Esipoff were all out for ducks. Riley Shaw is not out at the top of the batting line up on 14, Nick Shaw is not out on eight and Simon Dart is still to come, along with Brent Martin.

Ben Davies was magnificent with the ball for the Hills, taking 4/18 from seven overs.

One believes that despite having their backs to the wall, the Hillmen are still every chance of scoring 200.

Baden Powell is looking to turn its form around against Mt Martha, however, after day one, the game is in the balance.

The Reds batted first on Saturday and made 164, thanks largely to 66 from Brett Wilkinson.

Rhys Elmi took 4/26 and Sam Harrison 3/32 for the Braves.

In reply, Mt Martha has picked up the wickets of Tom Wood and Elmi to have the visitors in some trouble at 2/27.

Max McKenzie has 2/11 from eight overs for Mt Martha in his first senior game since before Christmas.

Seaford can lock away a place in the top four with a win against third placed Pearcedale.

The Panthers won the toss and batted first on Saturday and made 9/210 in their 80 overs.

Matt Cousland top scored for the home side with 45, while Max Blackburn and Shayne Gillings both hit 39.

Andy McMannis was the best of the Seaford bowlers with 4/24, while Ali Mortaza claimed 3/79.

Seaford is currently a game clear of fifth placed Flinders and sixth placed Heatherhill.

Flinders has set Main Ridge 243 for victory in their must–win match at Ditterich Reserve.

Shane Beggs was the star for the Sharks with an unbeaten 98, while number 10 batsman Liam Wolters chimed in with 43.

The Sharks went through a couple of tough spots throughout their innings where they were 3/23 and 8/128.

Bailey McLellan was superb for the Ridge with 4/36 from 20 overs.

In matches that have no bearing on the make up of the top four, Seaford Tigers have set Carrum 268 for victory after skipper Matthew ‘Chippa’ Meagher smacked an unbeaten 148 and Ash Mills hit 40.

Boneo has set Delacombe Park 286 for victory in their match at Boneo Reserve.

Collapse: Carrum Downs has already lost its match against top of the table Dromana after they were rolled in 36 overs for just 48 runs.

Picture: Rab Siddhi

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Stonecats eye an outright

By IT Gully FRANKSTON YCW has geared itself up for a massive swoop on the top bracket after the completion of day one in MPCA Sub District cricket.

Coming into the second last round of the home and away season, YCW is in fifth place on the ladder, equal with Rosebud and six points behind third-place Carrum Downs (66).

An outright victory against Skye in Round 10 would put the Stonecats in a superb position heading into the final game of the year against Balnarring.

Skye batted first on Saturday at Peninsula Reserve and lasted just 25 overs for 48 runs.

Frankston YCW then went after quick runs, batted 31 overs and declared at 7/135.

Meanwhile, fourth placed Rosebud is locked in a battle against second placed Hastings.

A total of 14 wickets fell on the opening day of the match. Hastings lost all 10 wickets for just 120 runs, the evergreen Jason Nagel claiming 7/43 and his son Patrick claiming 2/25 for the Buds.

Hastings then produced with the ball and at stumps

have Rosebud 4/34, still 86 runs behind. The Buds still have some batting to come.

Mitchell Floyd has 2/19 for the Blues.

Carrum Downs has already lost its match against top of the table Dromana.

The Cougars batted first on Saturday and were rolled in 36 overs for just 48 runs.

Ryan Lynch top scored with 12.

Danny Timmer took 3/9 for the Hoppers, Aaron Kaddatz snared 3/27 and Jack Fowler 2/2.

In reply, the home side isn’t travelling well at 5/88 but they are 40 runs ahead with some batting to come.

Chris Maloney was the pick of the Cougars’ bowlers with 4/24 from 14 overs.

Tootgarook will be chasing 236 for victory on the second day against Balnarring.

The Saints batted first with Andrew Dowey top scoring with 41, Michael Griese getting an unbeaten 38 and skipper Brenton Taylor 35.

Ballam Park is looking down the barrel against Tyabb. The Knights batted first on Saturday with Zac Clements top scoring with 30 in the 110 run total. In reply, the Yabbies are cruising at 2/72.

Clements has 2/26.

That will be enough: While Dromana have fallen to 5/88 in their match against Carrum Downs, they are already 40 runs ahead.

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NAVY Steam Truck Rides Saturday 20 February, 2pm–4pm Marine Pde

iMPAkT FReeZA Battle of the Bands 6:00pm Happy Go Blues 6:45pm Mothers Club 7:30pm Luvibe 8:15pm Shmegma 9:00pm Moody Spooks 9:45pm Lionhouse Saturday 20 February 10:00am 11:00am 12:00pm 1:00pm 2:30pm 3:30pm 4:30pm 5:30pm 6:30pm 7:30pm 9:00pm

Brad Kennedy Wineshank Andy & Cadillac Walk Rick Hart Acoustic Trio Lucky GrousEHousE Rigidy Rourke & Love Dogs Demolition Squad Elusive Totally 80’s Dirty Deeds (AC/DC Tribute)

Sunday 21 February 10:00am 12:00pm 1:30pm 3:00pm

Balnarring Muso Nights The Jackson Four Safari Motel Transition

Archery

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The NAVY Steam Club will be back in 2016 with their Foden Steam Truck. There will be opportunities to ride on the steam truck around Hastings after the Street Parade!

Free Community BBQ Friday 19 February, 6pm onwards Rotary Shelter, Hastings Foreshore Bring the family down and enjoy the free community BBQ, thanks to 1st Tyabb Scouts.

After the sun goes down, watch the Western Port News Fireworks Display over Western Port Bay.

We are expecting big crowds, so make sure you are down early to avoid any potential disappointment!

Always an amazing show of pyrotechnics not to be missed, put together by Southern Cross Fireworks.

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Martini Runway

Harcourts Hastings

Westernport Veterinary Clinic

Tacitic Photography

Metalcorp Steel

Beauty Exposed Boutique

Santas Place

Steph Sharp – Jamberry Consultant

Victorian Maritime Museum

Dromana Estate

Dirty Little Secret Hair Salon

Road Closures Temporary closures will be in force from 10am Saturday 20 February, with High St completely closed to traffic from 11am until the end of the street parade (approximately 1:30pm).

The 782/783 buses will be affected by the road closure, and a temporary bus stop will be set up on Church St between King St and Victoria St (replacing the King St bus stop) on Saturday 20 February between 11am–1:30pm. Timetables will remain the same.

Marine Pde will be closed all festival weekend; signposted detours to Hastings Marina will be in place.

Letter from the Mayor of Hastings, England Dear Committee, Greetings from Hastings, England.

I was delighted to learn that you, too, are celebrating the 950th Anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, and have done so since you were encouraged to by my predecessor almost 50 years ago, in 1969!

Every year we celebrate the anniversary in October, into what has now grown into a whole week of celebrations, and it is great

that you are doing the same, half a world away. Indeed, we are tweeting your event ourselves!

The 950th anniversary is obviously as big thing for us – I can remember the 900th anniversary very clearly which means, sadly, that I will not be around for the 1000th, and English Heritage have just announced that it is the most significant anniversary of 2016.

And we are especially pleased that the Royal Mint are producing a commemorative 50p, which will be a lasting legacy of the

year, and a great advert for us. I am pleased to enclose a special presentation pack featuring this coin as a token of our good wishes and support.

I do wish you well with your celebrations and, of course, if you ever happen to be in your namesake town in England please do let my office know, and I’d be delighted to meet you.

Yours faithfully, Councillor Bruce Dowling Mayor of Hastings

Message from the Festival Secretary Since its inception on 14th October 1969, the Western Port Festival (formerly Hastings Day) has been a mainstay of the Western Port region. The world has dramatically changed since the former Prime Minister Sir Robert Menzies (in his role as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports) stood in Hastings Hall and proclaimed that just like its namesake in the United Kingdom, Hastings, Victoria will one day become a ‘great centre.’

There have been plenty of people, businesses and events that have come along to try and make Hastings and the wider Western Port region a better place. Many of these have not lasted the test of time, with a noticeable exception being this very festival.

This event, which started some 47 years ago, has outlived the 34 years in which the Shire of Hastings (whom oversaw

the first 18 years of the event) operated as the local municipality, and has outlasted many people, businesses and events which arrived with the intention to make the words of Sir Robert Menzies come to fruition.

It is a fact to be proud of, yet it is not widely acknowledged at all, that our Festival, Western Port’s Festival, has been operated by a group of volunteers since 1987. The 2017 Western Port Festival will mark 30 years since our Festival came under the management of volunteers, making our Festival one of the largest volunteer run festivals not only on the Mornington Peninsula, but also in Victoria.

Our Festival started at the request of the former Mayor of Hastings, UK, who asked townships around the world called Hastings to mark the Anniversary of the Battle of

Hastings by providing a day of free entertainment to our local communities.

Hastings in the United Kingdom and our very own Hastings are the only towns who have lived up to this request made back in 1966.

This is something we should be really proud of, and something we should maintain.

As the Secretary, I wish to thank the sponsors and everyone who has stuck by us through thick and thin. I want to also thank the volunteers and community groups who support us and run this event, and put out a call of arms to all potential volunteers and community groups in the Western Port region who want to see the Festival remain an event run for and by the community, to help us run the Festival in future years.

Chris Fisher, Secretary 2016 Western Port Festival

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Festival broadcast on 98.7 RPP FM all weekend!

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