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Tapping into community spirit: The girls from Peninsula Ballet Ensemble’s primary ballet, jazz and tap class held up well during the long walk down High Street at the Western Port Festival’s annual parade. It was the first time the Hastings and Somerville based dance school had participated in the event, and the vice president of the organisation, Anita Andersen, said “they had an absolute ball”. Record crowds took advantage of the summer weather to enjoy a weekend of entertainment and carnival rides, and organisers couldn’t be happier with the turnout and their behaviour. Picture: Andrew Hurst

$56m for shire ‘Taj Mahal’ David Harrison david@mpnews.com.au MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire would have to spend $56.5 million to build new headquarters in Rosebud or $51.7 million at Mornington. The shire bought Rosebud Central shopping centre on Wannaeue Place in 2012 as a possible site for Southern Peninsula Aquatic Centre (SPA) and is now looking at housing all shire staff there. Employees would be moved from the shire’s three existing offices in Besgrove

St, Rosebud; Queen St, Mornington; and Marine Parade, Hastings. Councillors were briefed about the radical change to shire office arrangements on Monday last week. They have been offered six options ranging from retaining the three offices – which would include spending almost $10 million on upgrades to all three buildings – to building a “Taj Mahal” option in Rosebud. The report favours the status quo, questioning any long-term value in a move to Wannaeue Place and providing

figures to back the argument that retaining and revamping Besgrove St was the best option. The shire has three offices because of the amalgamation of the former shires of Flinders, Mornington and Hastings. The shire paid more than $8 million for Rosebud Central and adjoining properties in Ninth Ave. Lead tenant at the shopping centre is a supermarket plus a few speciality shops. Its current market value is estimated at about $4.6 million. SPA was voted off the foreshore last September, largely because it was a non-

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Police investigate after-dinner attack at Cerberus SEXUAL Crimes Squad detectives are investigating a sexual assault alleged to have occurred at HMAS Cerberus more than three decades ago. The female victim, who was a junior officer in the Navy, has told police she was taking part in a course at the training facility in 1982 when assaulted on the night of a mess dinner sometime between March and June. It is alleged that a steward who was

working on the night and involved in the mess dinner, entered the woman’s sleeping quarters in the gunroom and sexually assaulted her. Detectives have been investigating the matter since 2013 but have been unable to establish the exact day of the assault. The alleged offender was either a Seaman Steward or Able Seaman Steward in rank and was working in the gunroom at the time.

He was described as Caucasian, with fair skin, about 163 centimetres tall with blonde-brown hair. It is believed he was aged about 20, so would now be in his early 50s. The victim reported the matter to the Defence Abuse Response Taskforce investigating allegations of sexual and or other forms of abuse within the defence forces which occurred before 11 April 2011.

Submissions relating to the incident were put to the taskforce before being referred to Victoria Police. HMAS Cerberus commanding officer Captain Stephen Bowater said defence had been “actively assisting in the investigation of assault allegations that are reported to have occurred in the 1980s at HMAS Cerberus”. “Cerberus and the wider navy community supports this investigation

and will continue to provide every assistance possible. We condemn this behaviour and will actively pursue allegations, past and present,” Captain Bowater said. Anyone with any information about the incident, or the identity of the man responsible, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit crimestoppersvic.com.au Stephen Taylor

Crash, bang: Police and firedighters clear the tracks as the Pajero is winched onto the tow truck. Pictures: Keith Platt

Train, car collide A CRIB Point man was taken to Frankston hospital with cuts and bruises on Thursday after his fourwheel-drive was struck by a train near Stony Pt Rd. The man, 39, was seen several times driving the Mitsubishi alongside and across the tracks before the collision

at about 11am. Senior Constable Ryan Fraser, of Mornington police, said the man left the scene on foot but was later found by the Hastings divisional van crew and taken to hospital. The car was extensively damaged and taken to Somerville Towing.

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What’s the point: Mornington and Somers petanque players discuss a point during the match that eventually ended in a draw. Picture:Tony Duboudin

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IT was a full piste at Garden Square, Somers, last week when the Somers Garden Square Petanque Club hosted the Mornington Peninsula club to a friendly match and barbecue. With close to 40 players taking part there were five teams from each club playing a closely contested afternoon

of petanque which resulted in a draw: 7-7 games each and with one game tied. The afternoon follows on the previous week when Somers visited St Andrews Beach for a friendly competition. That time Somers did not do so well winning only one game.

Somers club president Stephen Brown said the afternoon was a great success. “The result showed that Somers club is competitive. Most importantly everyone both clubs had an enjoyable afternoon in ideal conditions.” Tony Duboudin

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Bays festival hits the right note Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au THE Between the Bays festival at Penbank School on Saturday is more than just a music treat - it has a much higher calling… Money raised goes towards fostering the close relationship between the Moorooduc school and Wugularr Primary School in the Northern Territory. It helps pay for the airfares, accommodation, food and activities of the Aboriginal students who visit Penbank on cultural exchanges and for the whole Wugubank partnership - an amalgam of the schools’ names. Popular singer James Reyne will headline this year’s festival, alongside Mark Seymour, Custard, Wagons, Sweet Jean, Combo La Revelacion, Indiginous Hip Hop Projects and The Billabong Boys. Penbank enrolment and development manager Paul Thompson said The Billabong Boys – students at Wugularr School - would be making their first appearance and promised they would be a big hit with the family centric crowd. “This is a great family festival. It’s safe for children with a range of rides, performers, creative arts workshops and treats,” he said. The Between the Bays Festival came about in 2005 after a 40-acre farm at the rear was bought by the school and one of the parents – none other than James Reyne – suggested it would be a nice spot for a music festival. About 600 attended the first gig but that figure has risen with the festival’s popularity to up to 5000. In 2006, one of the Penbank teachers moved to the Wugularr School for a two-year stint. “Our school has always had a great interest in indigenous culture,” Mr Thompson said. “We have since built a strong rapport with the school and the students, and ever since have been visiting each other annually. “The whole idea of the partnership is a

Labour Day fun SOMERVILLE Family Day on Labour Day – 10am-9pm 9 March – will bring the community together to enjoy games, rides and arts and crafts. Somerville Auskick and Somerville CFA will host the day which will feature rides, giant slides, cha cha, dodgem cars, giant inflatables, activity zones for children, art and craft activities, bowling, games, prizes, raffles and local community marquees. “We have a strong core as a community and we want to reward our local businesses and families for being here for each other,” Somerville Auskick co-ordinator Felix Arena said.

Matter of time A TIME capsule buried by then-District Commissioner Roy Flood at Camp Niall - the District Scout camp at Tuerong – on 25 February 1990 will be raised this Sunday. Participating in the historic event at this year’s camp will be 250-300 Joeys, Cubs, Scouts, Venturers, Rovers and Leaders from most of the 12 groups on the peninsula. Also on hand will be many guests who were present at the original burial. After the unveiling, the time capsule will be buried for another 25 years

Creek fix Helping out: Paul Thompson has been organising the between the Bays festival since 2005, with proceeds being used to further the “Wugubank” partnership.

friendship between the two schools. It is all about breaking down prejudice and being able to relate first-hand to different ways of living. “Some of our kids who first went to Wugularr continue to maintain their friendships with the children long into their secondary school years. “Each year the friendships evolve, and we know that this is now non-negotiable. We are committed to the continuation of the program because it is so important to be the best role models in the way we teach our children about Aboriginal Australia.

“We aim to raise as much money as we can for our Wugubank partnership.” Mr Thompson said artists were paid at reduced rates because of their commitment to the partnership. The Between the Bays festival is on Saturday at Penbank School, Rickards Rd, Moorooduc. Gates open at 1pm and the first act is at 2pm; the last act will finish at 10.30pm. The event is strictly no alcohol. For tickets visit betweenthebays.com with Melissa Hodge

‘FIX our dying creek’ is the name of a public meeting to be held next month to discuss the deteriorating state of Merricks Creek. It will be held 6.30-8.30pm, Tuesday 10 March, at Western Port Yacht Club. Organisers say residents sick of the smell and wanting the creek to be remediated should come along to ask why Melbourne Water changed the mouth of the creek which they say changed the ambience of the area. Anyone planning to attend should call Priya Cranford-Wilson – the waterways waterwatch coordinator for Melbourne Water – on 8734 4481 or 0437 291 583. or email waterwatch@ melbournewater.com.au

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NEWS DESK Faith forum A FORUM exploring Islam, Faith & Reason will be held in Mornington tomorrow (Wednesday). The forum aims to bring complexity to the debate, and to demonstrate how some Muslims appeal to parts of the Islamic faith to justify their extreme actions, whereas others appeal to different elements of the Islamic faith, and arrive at more moderate conclusions. Peninsula Voice chairperson and MC for the night, Peter Orton, offered this context for the forum: “A radical Muslim committing an act of violence somewhere in the world is now commonplace in our media. Where does the question of Faith & Reason figure in the minds of the individuals who perpetrate such acts?” The Community Insight Forum is at 6.30pm at the New Peninsula Auditorium, Craigie Rd, Mornington. Guest speakers Professor Greg Barton and Dr Bernie Powers are well qualified: Professor Barton is acting director of the Centre for Islam and the Modern World. He is deputy UNESCO chair in Interreligious and Intercultural Relations – Asia Pacific, and is active in the Global Terrorism Research Centre. Professor Barton is also Monash University’s Herb Feith Research Professor for the Study of Indonesia. Dr Powers is an Islam and Christian-Muslim relations lecturer. He is a Doctor of Theology (Early Islamic texts) - Melbourne School of Theology, Master of Arts in Theology (Hons) - Ridley College, University of Melbourne, and Bachelor of Theology (Hons) - Bible College of Victoria. His area of expertise is in the comparative study of Islam and Christianity. Entry is free or gold coin donation.

Funeral celebrates life of Habitat volunteer HABITAT for Humanity, Rosebud, lost a vibrant and much-loved secretary with the passing of Mavis Peet on Tuesday 3 February. The 81-year-old was farewelled at Rosebud Funeral Services, Jetty Rd, on Thursday 12 February by about 150 family and friends. Anglican priest Paul Woodcock officiated. Tributes were read by great nieces Leanne Murray and Belinda Williams, friend and colleague Cheryl King, and friends Barbara Rice and Margaret Meagher. A poem written by Beverley Pocknee read out at the funeral “seemed to sum things up for most of those present”. A lunch at the Rye hotel was held afterwards. She was cremated and her ashes scattered in Rosebud. Her passion was Habitat - an international, non-government and non-profit organisation founded in 1976. Its goal is to build simple, decent and affordable housing through a self-described “Christian housing ministry”. CEO Philip Curtis praised Ms Peet for her “commitment and compassion” to the organisation and to the people it assisted into new homes. “She leaves a legacy of selfless service and a huge hole for us to fill. She will be very much missed.” Mr Curtis said her death was a shock. “If there were 100 things I thought would happen that day [Tuesday] not one of them would be Mavis dying. She had so much energy and was very determined. “She had spent the whole day at the Rosebud ReStore and then had driven home and felt ill, so she had driven

Happy customers: Mavis Peet with members of a family housed by Habitat for Humanity at the handover of the Crib Point homes last December.

herself to the hospital. She died a short time later. “She had always been going, going – and then she just stopped. It’s another tribute to her that the op shop’s after hours’ number was Mavis’s mobile number. “It sounds funny to say but I think she would have been pleased to have been able to work up until the last minute. Her death was a tremendous shock but we think she would have been chuffed to have gone out that way. “The Rosebud staff are devastated.” Colleague Cheryl King said the funeral was a “real celebration of Mavis’s life”. “She had a strong faith

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Barren block, wildlife haven Search and destroy: Vicki Walker and pest controller Clinton Yorke on her Pearcedale property with caged ferrets and dog Humphrey.

Tackling feral invaders PEARCEDALE landholder Vicki Walker was so concerned about rabbits devastating her 6.5 acre property that she decided to do something about it. Working with the Frankston and Western Port Landcare Group she helped organise a pest animal control workshop. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Moving here 11 years ago allowed me to develop an appreciation of the natural environment,â&#x20AC;? Ms Walker said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I see owls, tawny frogmouths and bats, and I see the incredible damage that cats and foxes and rabbits can do. The native animals need help.â&#x20AC;? She and the groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s facilitator Jacqui Salter are keen to develop regional pest control programs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If the community can get together to tackle this issue together, they are more likely to be successful,â&#x20AC;? Ms Salter said. The impact of rabbits on the Australian environment has been disastrous since their arrival with the first fleet in 1788. Coupled with later introductions in the Western District

in the mid-1900s the rabbit population swelled to 10 billion by the 1920s. â&#x20AC;&#x153;While rabbit numbers in Australia appear to be on the rise, accurate estimates of our rabbit population today are difficult because there is no national reporting and mapping system,â&#x20AC;? Ms Salter said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rabbits pose a huge environmental threat, destroying native shrubs and out-competing native mammals. Their cost to agriculture is enormous, with estimates varying from $100-$600 million a year.â&#x20AC;? Tonightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s) free workshop will be run by Clinton Yorke, of Ambush Vermin Solutions, who controls rabbits and foxes without using poisons or gas. Mr Yorke got his first ferrets when a boy and wants to protecting native flora and fauna through feral animal control. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love the bush and I hate the damage that rabbits and foxes cause.â&#x20AC;? For details of the 7â&#x20AC;&#x201C;8.30pm free workshop call Jacqui Salter on 0408 213 079 or visit Jacqueline.salter@ mornpen.vic.gov.au

THE rejuvenation of an eight hectare Stumpy Gully Rd, Moorooduc, property is a tribute to the hard work of land care enthusiasts Martin and Annette Edney. When they bought the block in 1984, it was degraded farmland with by salinity problems. Now it is a wildlife haven. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When we first came it was just a bare, windswept area and now itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a beautiful bush block with a wetland habitat for birdlife, including spoonbills, egrets, buff banded rails, Lewinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rails, pelicans and all sorts of ducks,â&#x20AC;? Mr Edney said. Mr Edney, president of Balcombe Moorooduc Landcare Group, ran a bushland restoration and creating wetlands education tour on Monday night to show what could be achieved. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We wanted to restore the land, to replace some of what would have been there,â&#x20AC;? he said. The couple has re-established snow gums and other indigenous plants providing habitat for fauna, such as sugar gliders, owls and bats. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always had a love of the land,â&#x20AC;? he said, channelling that love into his landscape gardening business, creating and developing gardens and restoring bushland. Some of the gardens he has worked on, including his own, have featured in the Victorian Open Garden Scheme. The landcare group aims to improve the environment by preserving indigenous flora and fauna, promoting sustainable agriculture and controlling feral animals and weeds. Stephen Taylor

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‘Weak biolinks’ court challenge The Winged Wonders take to the skies over Rosebud! You’re in for a treat if the breeze is up, as festival organisers are planning an even greater spectacle over the skies in Rosebud at this year event. In its eleventh year, the festival not only is packed with free family activities, circus workshops, kids carnival and roving entertainment but is also hosting a team of interQDWLRQDOO\ DFFODLPHG NLWH Á\LQJ GHVLJQHUV IURP ERWK PDLQODQG Australia, Tasmania and New Zealand. This year’s aero theme is the ‘Winged Wonders’ and the crowd won’t be disappointed with the appearance of Toothless, from ‘How to Train a Dragon’, Puff the Red Dragon and the graceful white Pegasus horse. These creatures will be supported by a collection of underwater sea creatures, dogs and cats, cartoon characters, spacemen and sharks. Flying high in the sky, against a backdrop of blue and with the Rosebud foreshore below, they never fail to impress. The big yellow circus tent will be there again packed with circus skills workshops, magic shows and story telling and right next door will be Blacksnake Productions with their reptile display – plenty of touchy opportunities for those with a brave heart! Meet Gemma the Giraffe, Coralie the mermaid and Tubby the Robot, as they wander through the festival, or chill out in front of the main stage for the great line up of local talent, including Trudy and the Cowboys, SugaTree and Heidi Luckhurst. Visit the Rosebud Kite Festival on Saturday 7th March for a preview of Maxi Kite displays from 10am-1pm while the main event is on Sunday 8th March from 11am-5pm will have a full program of entertainment. For more information www.rosebudkitefestival.com.au or 0403 889 559

GREEN Wedges Coalition is challenging the federal Environment Department’s decision to allow significant urban expansion in Melbourne’s southeast without adequate protection of the iconic southern brown bandicoot. The coalition, represented by Environmental Justice Australia (formerly Environment Defenders Office), will go to the Federal Court in late June seeking to overturn federal approval of a state government plan to allow development in an expanded Urban Growth Boundary. The Napthine Coalition government approved housing developments on land near Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne last year but removed promised wildlife corridors, or biolinks, after complaints from developers, in particular the Property Council of Australia, about the strategy’s costs. Last March the state government removed habitat corridors but reinstated them after pressure from scientists, conservationists and bureaucrats. One biolink was meant to run from the botanic gardens south to Western Port’s Quail Island, where until recently there was a viable population of bandicoots after red fox and feral cat removal in recent years. The second was to connect the botanic gardens

with bandicoot-rich Koo Wee Rup swamp and surrounds. But Green Wedges Coalition says the reinstated corridors are weak. The draft Sub-Regional Species Strategy for the Southern Brown Bandicoot contained 200-metre wide corridors but this was cut to 80 metres wide, 30 metres of bush with 25-metre fire breaks on each side. Now the only corridors in the plan are powerline easements and creeklines, insufficient to allow bandicoots to travel safely. The weaker corridor plan was approved last year by Senator Simon Birmingham, then Parliamentary Secretary for the Environment, after Environment Minister Greg Hunt excused himself from making the decision, claiming he had a history with the issue and is MP for the area where the last bandicoots live. Rosemary West of Green Wedges Coalition said if Senator Birmingham’s decision was allowed to go unchallenged, “the southern brown bandicoot could become extinct in the southeast”. “This is poor planning that will lead to the loss of green space, and potentially the loss of some of our dearly loved endangered native species such as the bandicoot, growling grass frog and rare orchids.” Mike Hast

Festive start for environment week AN Environment Week Festival being held at The Briars Park, Mt Martha, will lead into this year’s School’s Environment Week. The festival 11am-4pm Sunday 15 March will be held in an “expo paddock” near the visitors centre. The family day will have activities and information about the environment and sustainability as

well as live entertainment and food stalls. Seaweed Sally will provide information about the marine environment while Andrew Wegener will explain Australian wildlife. Alpacas and other farm animals will be on hand to be patted. Mornington Peninsula Shire will hand out free trees grown by Mornington Peninsula Youth Enterprises.

Bakery art is a matter of taste SOMETIMES art is overshadowed by the response it receives from viewers. Abstract – a departure from reality – is particularly open to interpretation and often “loved or loathed”, according to Michael Leeworthy. The Red Hill South artist has chosen abstract as the theme for the next exhibition at The Baker’s Art Gallery, Balnarring. The gallery, inside the Red Hill bakery building, has in the past year mainly exhibited works by Mornington Peninsula-based artists and Leeworthy his call for entries in the coming abstract exhibition has been “amazing”. “My main intentions have been to offer a vari-

ety of art and particularly to show fresh faces of a high standard,” he said. “Although I have been involved with art on the peninsula for around 32 years there are [responses from] artists I have never heard from. “I feel abstract art is a genre that is loved or loathed and we should get an interesting response, one way or the other.” Other “genre” exhibitions planned this year include watercolour. The abstract exhibition 28 April-26 March at The Baker’s Art Gallery, 2050 Frankston-Flinders Rd, Balnarring, call 5931 1125.

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SCOUT from the Mornington Peninsula were among 8000 young people taking part in Melbourne’s Big Day Scout on Sunday 15 February. They met at Federation Square for what they term a “wide game” around Melbourne, urging each other on while searching for scout related street art via SMS clues. The new chief scout of Victoria, actor Shane Jacobson, was invested at the Myer Music Bowl

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New HQ?: The shire bought Rosebud Central shopping centre in 2012 as an alternative site for an aquatic centre and is now looking at options for its redevelopment including a super office for all staff. Picture: Yanni

Shire looks at moving Continued from Page 1  Option 3: Move all departments to a new complex at Wannaeue Place. Cost: $56.5 million.  Option 4: Move all departments to a new Mornington office in Civic Reserve (the planning department is at the existing Mornington office in Queen St, built in the early 1960s). Cost: $51.7 million.  Option 5: Move the planning department from Queens St, Mornington, to Besgrove St and leave Hastings as is (community services is based at Hastings). Cost: $23.9 million.  Option 6: Move planning, finance, infrastructure to Wannaeue Place and leave community services at Hastings. Cost: $53.7 million. The report found new or increased shire office accommodation in any location “will provide a temporary stimulus” to the local economy. This does not necessarily apply to Besgrove St, which is some distance from the closest shopping precinct, Rosebud Plaza, at the beach end of Boneo Rd. The report stated: “Other forms of development, for example, residential, retail or entertainment complexes ... will provide the same temporary stimulus but in addition will provide an ongoing stimulus to the local economy by providing a permanent increase in demand for goods and services.” However, “the organisational efficiency benefits achieved through co-location of staff are not justified given the high capital cost necessary [to

achieve this] and the very long payback periods required to recover the cost of the investment”. It also cautions that moving staff to a Wannaeue Place office “will in part be matched by the reduction in demand for the goods and services being sourced in existing office locations ...” Factors such as ease of access – buses run past Wannaeue Place and loop into Mornington – are considered. Major “threats” to all six proposals were “negative community perceptions” and “reduced capacity to implement current capital works programs”. The report concluded variously that its results were “…informed by the selection of the evaluation criteria... It is acknowledged that it is possible to reach another conclusion depending on the weightings given to the evaluation criteria or, if appropriate, other criteria [are] adopted.” “The most advantageous option … is to retain the status quo”, which provided an office in each shire activity centre, whose presence “will continue to provide economic support for and appreciation by their respective local communities”. “In theory, [amalgamating the three offices] would offer some administration efficiencies and … cost savings”. But these benefits “do not readily justify the high capital expenditure required. It is considered there are better new private and council investment options available to broaden the commercial offer to Rosebud [Wannaeue Place].” The report did not explore these options.

THE sound of screeching seagulls is nothing new over the shops at Mt Martha. The birds are masters of the air and making the trip across the road from beach to scavenging on the footpath is just a wingbeat away. But on a Sunday afternoon in early January a glance upwards would have shown shoppers that the screeching of the gulls had nothing to do with squabbles over food. Not too far above the shops glided a wedgetailed eagle, its characteristic silhouette raising alarm among the birds underneath. Sightings of Australia’s largest bird of prey are becoming more common on the Mornington Peninsula, although they may have always been unseen, hunting above paddocks now dissected by Peninsula Link (which also provides a larder of roadkill). “Just as we drove onto the beginning of Peninsula Link on our way to Dromana today, I was amazed to see a young wedge-tailed eagle fly up from next to the road,” BirdLife Mornington Peninsula member Gillian Barnett has reported earlier this month. “It swept in a semi-circle and alighted in a eucalypt nearby. Lucky I wasn't the one driving so I could have a good look. “I calculated we were inland from Seaford or, if anything, closer to town than that. Perhaps it is looking for a territory of its own?” Another Birdlife member, Mike Carter, reported a pair of wedge-tailed eagles near the Eastern Treatment Plant, Braeside, on 25 January. The birds are also a common sight from the leash-free area at Citation Oval, Mt Martha, as they ride the thermals above properties between Nepean Highway and the Moorooduc Highway. Birdlife president Max Burrows said the eagles had large territories and had previously been known to nest at Main Ridge, Red Hill and Arthurs Seat. “I have seen them fly over my place at Langwarrin,” he said. “I don’t think they have much competition on the peninsula, but they would be

Air raid: A magpie resents the presence of a wedgetailed eagle at The Briars Park, Mt Martha. Picture: Sue Brabender

limited [in numbers] by the availability of prey.” Mr Burrows said wedge-tails preferred live prey, mainly rabbits, to carrion. Sue Brabender, information ranger at The Briars Park, Mt Martha, said a pair of wedgetailed eagles has a nest on private property near the The Briars. “They have one large juvenile so we are still seeing all three or just two of them regularly across The Briars. Ms Brabender said the trio had also been seen with a fourth “ring-in” and on a recent Friday morning she photographed an eagle being harassed by magpies as it sat in the top of a dead tree near the old quarry half way along the entry driveway to the visitors centre. “Of course it was not concerned,” she said. “I have also watched them disappear across Nepean Highway and hope people's small pets are safely concealed.” Keith Platt

Sign of the times for Rye A FLAG commemorating the 150th celebration of the proclamation of Rye as a town has been unveiled. Rye Historical Society’s Pauline Powell arranged the design of the flag and Rye’s Up president David Trunfall and Bob Martin organised its position as ‘Gateway to the Nepean Peninsula'. The sign is on Pt Nepean Rd on the approach to the township.

Outdoor patio SORRENTO Activity Centre has received $24,155 in upgrades - including an outdoor patio deck from Mornington Peninsula Shire. Nepean Ward’s Cr Hugh Fraser said the patio deck has been built, wiring and electrics replaced and stage backdrops installed at the centre in Melbourne Rd, Sorrento. He said the upgrades had enhanced the building - as well as expanded the potential use of the centre. “The vision of the Sorrento/Portsea Sen-

ior Citizens, in conjunction with the shire, is to re-establish and recognise the value and significance of the Sorrento Activity Centre to improve and develop it as a more accessible and enjoyable space for a broader range of community events and activities.” Sorrento/Portsea Senior Citizens committee member Denise Potter said the facilities had already been used for a number of activities. “The art exhibitions last October and in January were extremely successful with many local and other prominent artists and photographers exhibiting. We look forward to hosting many more exciting events at the centre - including one on Easter Saturday,” she said. The club can now host theatre productions, art displays, music recitals, public meetings, talks and other presentations, and can use the adjacent lawn and garden for outdoor events. Funding came through the councillors’ discretionary funds.

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In 2013, senior shire planner Allan Cowley in a report to councillors stated that “the original approval envisaged the development of an integrated resort, including both the National and Cape Schanck golf courses, clubrooms, hotel accommodation, function centre, etc as well as private dwellings, much as already exists at Cape Schanck”. He said the overall development was “divided into separate ownerships during the 1990s, with the National Golf Course area separated from the Cape Schanck resort and the sewerage treatment plant that services the resort and the private lots being transferred to a separate company”. He said there was some doubt about whether the Cape Schanck Incorporated Document was exempt from green wedge planning restrictions introduced in 2003. Mr Cowley told the council the RACV wanted to expand the resort so it could accommodate 650 conference delegates, up from the existing 250 limit. There would be 120 rooms and a 140-seat restaurant. The club wanted to demolish the existing clubhouse and replace it with a much larger building of five storeys, Mr Cowley said. He said the club’s plans had been supported by Tourism Victoria, and would provide “short- and long-term socio-economic benefits” in construction jobs, resort jobs and support for local tourism. But objectors, including residents of the precinct, are concerned about the height of the complex, impact on the

New neighbour: How the five-storey building will look from the driveway of a private home in Presnell Court, Cape Schanck.

landscape, access to facilities, effect on sewerage treatment arrangements, impact of traffic including construction traffic on Boneo Rd and internal roads, effect on the long-range landscape, and impact on homes near the resort (one property will be overshadowed as early as 3pm). When the National Golf Club (which has 2500 member/shareholders) built its clubhouse about 10 years ago, it was required to keep the roof line be-

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Western Port’s natural links to the world Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au THOUSANDS of visitors flock to beaches and estuaries around Western Port while longer term residents loll around in the surf and catch the odd fish or two. A boat trip around the bay shows the cyclical nature of life in its waters, on its shores and islands. On Thursday about 40 members of environment groups, local government and state government agencies were taken on a tour of the bay by Western Port Biosphere Foundation, Phillip Island Nature Parks and the Western Port Catchment Committee. After picking up passengers from Cowes and Stony Point, the boat visited Seal Rocks, Reef and Elizabeth islands, as well as looking at Middle Bank, shipping channels and the Phillip Island surfing reserves. Despite their population being decimated in the 1800s, there are now about 30,000 Australian fur seals at Seal Rocks, off The Nobbies, Phillip Island. This single community makes up about 25 per cent of the entire population of Australian fur seals. Although most of the adult males were absent, females and pups were present in huge numbers, with many swimming close to the rocks which provide a handy sanctuary from predators, mainly sharks and sometimes killer whales. Once back inside the bay birds (migrants and resident) could be seen congregating in the shallows, waiting for the delivery of food courtesy of every incoming tide. Further out, flocks of short-tailed shearwaters (muttonbirds) skimmed the waves, just weeks away from their annual migration (usually starting on Anzac Day) north to the Bering Sea, between Alaska and Russia. The 15,000 kilometre journey ensures the birds - one of the most populace species on earth - enjoy a perpetual summer. Last year the mutton birds died in their thousands while returning to their Western Port and Bass Strait islands rookeries, with bodies washed

Voyage of exploration: Australian fur seals spend much of their time safely out of the water at Seal Rocks (above) where they can be viewed by boat of from The Nobbies visitor centre on Phillip Island, below. Passengers from the Sea Sprinter disembark at Elizabeth Island to be greeted by its owner, Anne Tillig. Pictures: Keith Platt

ashore along the entire east coast of Australia. This year they appear to have arrived in their usual numbers and on time. “The birds arrived back in good numbers this year, which is amazing given how many died last year,” Phillip Island Nature Parks' ranger Graeme Burgan told The News in November. “The birds are arriving back at the moment from their honeymoon

to lay eggs. There are some dead ones on the beaches here but we always get a few each year.” On board the Sea Sprinter – owned by Phillip Island Nature Parks – passengers were told about the unforseen effects of translocating koalas from French Island to the Mornington Peninsula (permanent loss of blue gums near Sandy Point) and the successful buyback of private properties to extend

the penguin reserve on Phillip Island. “Today’s boat trip was a great example of how the Catchment Committee brings people together to exchange information and ideas,” Western Port Catchment Committee executive officer Ian Stevenson said. “This was a chance to explore the southern section of Western Port and see our marine environment up close. For many people this was their first

chance to explore this area first-hand.” Biosphere executive officer Cecelia Witton said the trip enabled those aboard “to exchange ideas on how we can continue to work together to foster conservation and sustainable development for the Western Port Biosphere”. The catchment committee - auspiced by the Biosphere Foundation - is a liaison group interested in the sustainability of the Western Port catchment region.

Isolated island life about to end after 16 years FEW people get to live on a small island close to a major city. Even fewer can claim they are the island’s sole inhabitant. Anne Tillig has been in that enviable situation since 1996 after buying Elizabeth island with her late husband, Ivan Vit. The 26 hectare island is close to the south east corner of French Island and an eight kilometre boat trip from Corinella and just over twice that distance from Stony Point. Isolated it might be, but Elizabeth Island has all mod cons, including mobile phone and internet access, there are adequate water tanks, bottled gas and it is self-sufficient for power with a wind generator and solar panels (there is also a back-up diesel generator). Last Thursday the island’s population briefly jumped to more than 40 with the arrival of a boat making an ecological tour of Western Port (see above). Ms Tillig, who rents out the house she built in 2004 after the death of her husband in 1999, divides her time between the island and a property near Daylesford. However, that lifestyle may be about to change with Ms Tillig (through real estate agents J P Dixon) seeking a buyer for her island home. As the island is officially an unincorporated freehold area there are no council rates involved and no roads to maintain. Up to half the vehicles on French Island are unregistered and its residents also pay no council rates.

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With passengers from the Sea Sprinter gathered around the outside of her house, Ms Tillig described how she had planted more than 1000 trees and successfully managed to grow her own vegetables. Experts had been unable to agree on what type of trees had historically grown on the island as it had been cleared for farming. “I was told sheep had grazed here and it was regularly burnt,” Ms Tilig said. The island had a large population of water rats which were annually driven by fire into strategically placed nets, with their pelts being sold to furriers who would use them for clothing. A work hazard had been the copperhead snakes also fleeing the fire and getting caught up in the nets. Ms Tillig has made sure the island is free of rabbits and cats and it took some time before the snakes returned in any great number. “I often see their tales, but they are shy,” she says. On a clear day the views from the island encompass French Island to the north, Corinella to the east, Cape Woolami on Phillip Island and the bridge connecting the island to the mainland at San Remo, the northern shores of Phillip Island and the eastern coast of the peninsula, towards Point Leo and West Head at Flinders. Visitors staying on the island can arrive by boat or charter a helicopter. Once there, they can roam about the island, climbing its 20 metre high hill, go fishing or

Departure time: Anne Tillig believes it is time to sell up and move on from her idyllic lifestyle at Elizabeth Island, which lies in a sheltered section of Western Port close to French Island. Picture: Keith Platt

explore the pebble strewn beach or rock pools at low tide. A shipwreck on the western beach is believed to be the remains of a rescue boat from a German ship. Ms Tillig tells a tale about a former owner of the island crashing his plane on French Island while attempting to view Elizabeth Island after buying it in a bar.

It is now Ms Tillig’s time to sell, with expressions of interest closing 17 March. The three-bedroom house built by Ms Tillig has two bathrooms and there are plans and permits for another bungalow. While real estate agents admit it is hard to put a price on such a property, they believe Elizabeth Island will sell for upwards of $5 million. Keith Platt

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lock up garage, as well as single and double serviced apartments, St. John’s Village provides for your retirement needs. A Retirement Village is not just the units; it is a blend of many things - the other happy people who live here and the caring staff, a friendly “hello” and a beaming smile. Well maintained gardens, grounds and security, workshop facilities and great meals, fun outings and a wellstocked library – these are all part of St. John’s Village. If it is time for you to consider your future, make an appointment to visit St. John’s Village to discuss your needs. You will have the opportunity to talk with residents who have already made the decision to improve their lifestyle. Phone Wendy Rae on 5977 6955.

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St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital Pet Therapy our patients love it!!

While much of this documentation has been anecdotal, a recent study has demonstrated a strong correlation between the desire to participate in Animal Assisted Therapy and previous pet ownership. Glenda and Bobo – the Christmas Pony Glenda was in inpatient recently for a total hip replacement. Recovery was progressing well, but Glenda was feeling a little ‘down’ and her friend, Maggie thought Glenda needed a ‘boost’ during this Christmas season.

Pets are an integral part of a social support network for many people! The wonderful companionship and bonding that takes place between people and a variety of animals and the resulting healing effect this may have on their well-being is wellknown. Animal Assisted Therapy, a therapy involving patient/ client interactions with animals

is currently used in hospital, rehabilitation facilities, nursing homes, prisons and private homes. The aim is to improve the participant’s physical, social, emotional and cognitive wellbeing and general functioning. Positive effects for people experiencing loneliness, depression, anxiety, stress and improvement in recovery times from surgery and illness have been documented.

Maggie, unbeknown to Glenda organised a visit from a very special friend of Glenda’s – her miniature Shetland pony. Glenda had bought Bobo a couple of years ago and had formed a close bond with Bobo, visiting the pony daily. She had taken him to St. Macartan’s Parish Primary School to visit the children and was amazed at the response of the children to the pony. Bobo took the admiration and celebrity status in his stride.

Q REHABILITATION HOSPITAL surroundings. Glenda could not believe her eyes when she saw a miniature Shetland pony wander pass her hospital window, and realised that it was her pony Bobo. She grabbed her crutches and raced out to the garden area to meet Bobo and her friend. She said it was the quickest she’d ever moved on crutches! “I can’t tell you how happy I was to see him …. I was on a high … I felt wonderful”. Bobo nuzzled into Glenda when he saw her, then proceeded to check out every inch of Glenda’s leg that had been operated upon. Glenda and Bobo were then joined by many of the patients and visitors who all came over to greet and pat Bobo. This was followed by many of the

caregivers who took a moment to join in the fun, with a few ¶VHOÀHV· RI SK\VLRV DQG %RER ² hitting facebook. Glenda commented that an elderly man spoke to her in the evening and said it had made ‘everybody’s week’. She felt that Bobo’s visit had ‘lifted everybody’s spirit’. Frankston has a dedicated ‘Pet Visiting Area’ and has a volunteer attend on the weekend with a Delta dog. What a great example of how a few people can work together to really make a difference and lift the spirits of someone, who had spent much of her life, lifting the spirits of others with various challenges!

Glenda had spent many years working with intellectually disabled adults and knew WKH EHQHÀWV RI SHW WKHUDS\ particularly in lifting spirits. Maggie, in cahoots with the Frankston CEO, Managers and caregivers organised transportation and a special visit from Bobo in the lovely garden

We don’t just care for ourCardiac patients - we care about them,Rehabilitation by working collaboratively to ensure Program they get back to doing what they love. St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to our helping our patients. We offer a range of programs for our patients: Some of our Occupational Therapy programs include: Therapeutic Gardening Group Art Therapy Breakfast Group Pacing Group We also offer a range of Group Outpatient Programs: Cardiac Oncology Pulmonary Falls and Balance Chronic Disease Management (run out of our Berwick hospital)

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Healthy eating as you age ADULTS over 60 can feel better immediately and stay healthy for the future by choosing healthy foods. A balanced diet and physical activity contribute to a higher quality of life and enhanced independence as you age. Here are a few food groups to consider bumping up for better health and wellbeing. Fruit â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Focus on whole fruits rather than juices for more fibre and vitamins and aim for one and a half to two servings or more each day. Break the apple and banana rut and go for color-rich pickings like berries or melons. Veggies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Color is your credo in this category. Choose antioxidant-rich dark, leafy greens, such as kale, spinach, and broccoli as well as orange and yellow vegetables, such as carrots and squash. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good idea to aim for two or more cups per day.

Calcium â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Maintaining bone health as you age depends on adequate calcium intake to prevent osteoporosis and bone fractures. Older adults need 1,200 mg of calcium a day through servings of milk, yogurt, or cheese. Non-dairy sources include tofu, broccoli, almonds, and kale. Grains â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Choose whole grains over processed white flour for more nutrients and more fibre. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not sure, look for pasta, breads, and cereals that list â&#x20AC;&#x153;wholeâ&#x20AC;? in the ingredient list. Protein â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Adults over 60 without kidney disease or diabetes need about 1 to 1.5 grams per kilogram (2.2lbs) of bodyweight. Try to divide your protein intake equally among meals. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to vary your sources of protein instead of relying on red meat, including more fish, beans, peas, eggs, nuts, seeds, and low-fat milk and cheese in your diet.

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Stay health in your 70’s, 80’s and 90’s EVEN though you have reached a certain age, there’s still a lot you can do to improve your health and longevity and reduce your risk for physical and mental disability, as you get older. So how do you give yourself the best possible chance for a long, healthy life? Although you aren’t able to control every factor that affects health as you age, many are in your hands. Heres a few tips to help make healthy choices and maintain an excellent quality of life. Make healthful lifestyle choices—don’t smoke, eat right, practice good hygiene, and reduce stress in your life

Have a positive outlook Stay as active as possible—mentally and physically Take safety precautions See your health care provider regularly and follow his or her recommendations for screening and preventative measures Maintain your sense of purpose by staying connected to people and things that matter to you. Visit your local senior centre, spend time with family members, friends or neighbours, or volunteer in the community.

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AS technology races ahead to enrich every part of our lives, hearing aids have also advanced to almost superhuman proportions. A new hearing aid has been developed that is so powerful that for the first time, wearers can understand speech in demanding environments better than people with normal hearing. Emma Scanlan, Principal Audiologist, Australian Hearing, said the new Binax hearing aids are considered the next wave of all-encompassing technology. “This is an exciting development and another way in which we can support those with hearing loss. The feedback from our clients is unprecedented, and the results have been resounding. They have the ability to hear as clearly as before their hearing loss, in situations that would have been really difficult before,” Emma said. Australian Hearing client Jack Baseley has already witnessed the benefits of the new hearing aids. Since retiring as a teacher and senior education administrator, he’s now involved in volunteer work. Even with the assistance of hearing aids, he still experienced difficulties hearing voices clearly in noisy environments. “What I noticed with the new hearing aids is that I’m hearing with greater precision, they are so clear. They are also much more effective in cutting out background noise and I’m finding my hearing aids far less disruptive and not causing me to miss out on things as much,” Jack said. The new devices are available now at Australian Hearing centres nationwide.

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Harcourts Limitless 82 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza 03 9788 7400 www.limitless.harcourts.com.au

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WITH a hint of the tropics courtesy of the swaying palms and an exotic Balinese-style hut, this superb home exudes class. Located in a sought-after pocket, this exceptional home measures about 372 square metres (40 square) and is set amongst manicured lawns and gardens, with a reserve at the rear providing secondary access for extra vehicles. A tiled hallway leads past the spacious formal lounge at the front which has richly carpeted floors and a stylish dĂŠcor complemented by downlights. An

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solar heated, in-ground pool and the Bali hut, which is fully integrated with the internal stereo speaker system plus it has power outlets and lighting. At the top of the upstairs landing is another very well-appointed lounge room, and in the majestic main bedroom is a walk-in robe and ensuite, with a private balcony affording a view over the treetops. Set on a 1352 square metre block this beautifully crafted home has a northerly aspect and will be your holiday escape every day.

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OFFERS OVERS $570,000

TWO LEVELS PLUS ATTIC

ORIGINAL HOMESTEAD

Located in a central position only a short stroll to the foreshore, boardwalk & High Street comprehensive shopping. Comprising open plan lounge, dining & kitchen with French doors to verandah & garden. Kitchen with timber slab bench-tops, gas cooking walk in pantry. Bathroom again with timber slab vanity top, bath & shower, separate laundry and separate WC. VW Ă RRU FRPSULVLQJ EHGURRPÂˇV WZR DWWLF VW\OH ZLWK GRUPHU ZLQGRZV EHGURRP ZLWK RIĂ&#x20AC;FH VWXG\ IDPLO\ bathroom with shower hand basin and WC, access central library from all bedrooms.An added bonus is the second level Attic storage of vast proportions, ideal for storing all your treasures.

7KLV RULJLQDO KRPHVWHDG EXLOW LQ WKH ÂˇV LV positioned on 1 acre approx. and features 4 bedrooms plus a study, hostess kitchen including dishwasher, large living and meals area with lovely high ceilings and a Coonara woodheater. Outside comprises a spacious yard with landscaped gardens and a gorgeous in ground pool for you and your family to enjoy over summer. $ P [ P ZRUNVKRS LV GHĂ&#x20AC;QLWHO\ D ERQXV WR house all your valuable treasures and more than enough room for the cars, boat, trailers and caravans.

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HASTINGS

$345,000

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BAXTER

$1,900,000

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$360,000 READY FOR YOU

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+(5( 72'$< *21( 7202552: Pick up the phone and make your appointment to inspect this budget priced property on the marina side of town before itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too late. This 3BR brick home is in RULJLQDO FRQGLWLRQ ZLWK WLPEHU Ă RRUV NLWFKHQ SOXV GLQLQJ DUHD EDWKURRP DQG JDV KHDWLQJ 2XWGRRUV LV D VLQJOH car garage and all on a good-sized block. This property ZRXOG EH D JUHDW Ă&#x20AC;UVW KRPH DQG LV SHUIHFW IRU VRPHRQH looking to do a renovation. The location is great offering D VKRUW ZDON WR WKH WRZQ FHQWUH 0DULQD DQG DTXDWLF centre. Sale By Set Date: 26th Februay 2015 @ 5pm

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www.stockdaleleggo.com.au/somerville

THINKING OF CASHING IN? With interest rates so low, there is currently a huge demand for acreage and lifestyle properties. Since Peninsula Link opened our buyers are coming from all areas across Melbourne, seeking theirr c dream lifestyle property. If you are interested in finding out what your home could achieve, contact your acreage specialist ttoday and we will arrange your free market appraisal.

SOLD

Chrissy Kouvaras 0418 570 521 chrissy@stockdaleleggo.com.au

5977 8877

SOLD

Shelly Brown 0431 188 166 shelly@stockdaleleggo.com.au

3/1065 Frankston Flinders Road Somerville, Vic 3912

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3/12 Wiltshire Drive, SOMERVILLE

6 Sinclair Street, SOMERVILLE

BED

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CAR

FOR SALE

• • • • • • •

Affordable, walk to shops/transport Open plan living/kitchen/dining area Two spacious bedrooms with built in robes Split system air conditioning / heating Covered decked entertaining area Single garage with remote door Private low maintenance courtyard

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Sam Bucca 0412 755 544

Offers Invited Over $260,000 OPEN: Visit: eview.com.au

Offers Invited Over $365,000 OPEN: Visit: eview.com.au

Give Sam Bucca a shot and call for your free no-obligation market appraisal. Selling real estate without the headache.

Sam Bucca Senior Sales Consultant / Licensed Estate Agent

0412 755 544

sam.bucca@eview.com.au

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First time on market in 30 years Great sought after location Land size approx. 817m2 Semi-renovated galley style kitchen Original bathroom with separate shower Double garage to rear of property Close to all amenities

Sam Bucca 0412 755 544

Your home could be worth more than you think!

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$620,000 plus

BITTERN

$345,000 plus

CENTRALLY LOCATED CLOSE TO SCHOOLS AND TRANSPORT - HUGE OPPORTUNITY â&#x20AC;˘3 Bedrooms with BIRâ&#x20AC;?s â&#x20AC;˘Lounge and dining area with spacious kitchen offering plenty of bench & cupboard space â&#x20AC;˘Recently updated bathroom â&#x20AC;˘Single garage and carport â&#x20AC;˘Situated on 697sqm block.

CRIB POINT

By Negotiation

AN EXTRAORDINARY PERIOD HOME (C.1920) â&#x20AC;˘ One of the original houses of Bittern â&#x20AC;˘ 4 bedrooms (main with WIR), two bathrooms (main with double shower & marble topped vanity) Â&#x2021; 3DUORXU ZLWK RSHQ Ă&#x20AC;UH SODFH UHFHSWLRQ DUHD ZLWK Coonara woodheater â&#x20AC;˘Kitchen with new quality s/steel appliances including dishwasher and plumbed double-door refridgerator Â&#x2021;+XJH ORXQJH URRP ZLWK D PDJQLĂ&#x20AC;FHQW RSHQ Ă&#x20AC;UH SODFH â&#x20AC;˘High ceilings, ornate cornices, ceiling roses, stained glass and a myriad of period features run throughout â&#x20AC;˘GDH and four air conditioning units â&#x20AC;˘Full length verandahs front and back â&#x20AC;˘Set on 1745 sqm (approx) with established gardens and outdoor barbecue area. â&#x20AC;˘Fully lined 22sqm attic space with powered providing ample storage or a play area for the kids.

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$280,000 plus

VACANT LAND â&#x20AC;˘513sqm (approx) block â&#x20AC;˘Situated in a leafy setting close to schools shops and transport â&#x20AC;˘All services available â&#x20AC;˘Get a great deal on your new home build

BITTERN

$249,000 INCREDIBLE VALUE! QUIET LOCATION TO BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME! (STCA) â&#x20AC;˘ Leafy 822sqm block (approx) â&#x20AC;˘ Quiet family oriented area â&#x20AC;˘ Walking distance to primary school, kindergarten, transport and shops â&#x20AC;˘ All services available House blocks in Bittern are becoming harder and harder to come by - make the call and take advantage of this boutique development!

IDEAL FOR ANYONE AFTER CENTRAL AND LOW MAINTENANCE LIVING! â&#x20AC;˘2 bedrooms with BIR â&#x20AC;˘Spacious L shape living and dining â&#x20AC;˘Kitchen with plenty of bench/cupboard space and gas cooking â&#x20AC;˘Gas wall furnace â&#x20AC;˘Paved rear courtyard â&#x20AC;˘Single lock up garage

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$395,000 plus

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PERFECT FOR FAMILIES, INVESTORS OR THOSE JUST AFTER A BIT OF SPACE! â&#x20AC;˘4 bedrooms, main with walk-in robe and ensuite. BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to other bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ Formal and informal living plus open plan kitchen with stainless steel appliances including dishwasher â&#x20AC;˘ Family bathroom â&#x20AC;˘ Paved alfresco area under roof-line â&#x20AC;˘ Double remote garage with rear access â&#x20AC;˘ Situated on 671sqm (approx) close to schools shops and transport

RENTAL PROPERTIES 1/14 Central Avenue TYABB

3/119 Victoria Street, HASTINGS

$320 per week - Available 16th Feb

$230 per week

25 Olivia Street, HASTINGS

13 Portsmouth Road, BITTERN

$390 per week

$280 per week

2/289-291 Stony Point Road, CRIB POINT

3 Villawood Drive, HASTINGS

$290 per week - Available Now

$285 per week - Available Now

6/289-291 Stony Point Road, CRIB POINT $290 per week - Available Now

Property Management: Dayle Wilcox Ph 0421 473 135

Bay West 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

Sales: Sean Crimmins Ph 0411 734 814 Property Management Team: Ph 0421 473 135

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Celebrating 30 years in business this year, First National Real Estate Tallon is one of the longest operating agencies in Hastings. Back then, there was no such thing as the internet, and marketing properties looked very different to today. Tallon Real Estate joined the First National Real Estate cooperative in 1987 and has been with them every since. The business was founded by Alfred Tallon who worked in real

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estate in Hastings from 1966 until the day he passed away in Oct 2013. The business is still family run by Alfâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wife Susan, and their son Dominic Tallon. Tallon First National cover all aspects of real estate from residential, commercial, leasing and developments. While real estate agencies come and go, Tallon First National have proven that only the best stand the test of time.

35 High Street, Hastings 5979 3000

tallon.com.au >

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113 High Street Hastings 7 NEW APARTMENTS /9 9FOR SALE

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LUXURY CBD LIVING Undercover parking Luxury CBD living Pay on completion Turn-key inclusions Two bedrooms

FROM $274,950

Vinyl wrap kitchen Stone bench tops Stainless steel appliances Fully landscaped Stamp duty svaings Stamp Duty Savings

CONTACT SELLING AGENTS

JASON DOWLER 0403 598 754 Page 12

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BTRE YOU’LL SOON BE HOME

LISA ROBERTS 0488 910 368

Harcourts Hastings

Harcourts

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

SINCE 1888

AUCTION

Crib Point 7 Jensen Court

Outstanding Lifestyle In A Peaceful Location - $400,000+ buyers Located in a highly sought after location and within walking distance to the village, train line and parkland is this perfectly presented 4 bedroom plus study (or kids retreat) home offering peace, privacy and a wonderful lifestyle. Boasting a large quarter acre (approx) block, an updated kitchen including a dishwasher, 3 split system coolers, huge master bedroom with parents retreat, 2 quality bathrooms (a huge ensuite), large formal lounge and dining. The home opens out onto a huge covered entertaining area complete with Spa, large feature bar and enough room to entertain all of your family and friends. Tradespeople or home handy men will love the huge shed to the rear of the yard. Drive a car right down the side of the home into the shed. Outside is a real feature with huge rear yard, double carport plus plenty of other parking - Just walk in and enjoy this home and get on with living your life!

AUCTION Saturday 14th March at 11.30am View www.harcourts.com.au Open By Appointment Jason Dowler 0403 598 754

E jason.dowler@harcourts.com.au

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

Harcourts SINCE 1888

FOR SALE

Dromana 32 Bracken Ridge

Luxury Personified This double-storey 50 square (approx.) home is perched high on the hill with uninterrupted bay, coastal and city views. Built on the highest point of this 2.5 acre allotment (approx.) and boasting high quality fittings with open plan living at its best and a substantial indoor heated pool makes this home one of the Peninsulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest and well suited to a range of potential buyers. Comprising: 4 bedrooms with walk in robe, spa area and ensuite off the master, open plan kitchen, meals, lounge and dining, large study, powder room, central bathroom, expansive outdoor entertaining deckâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on each level which make the most of the fantastic view, double car garage with ample storage, indoor heated pool, heating and cooling, laundry and unrivalled privacy on this undulating block of land. Special features include: jumbo sheet glass throughout, wired for surround sound, multiple ovens, large butlers area off the kitchen, stone bench tops, large visitors carpark, paved basketball area, landscaped area around the dwelling, low maintenance acreage and direct access into Arthurs Seat State Park. Adjoining Arthurs Seat State Park and close to freeway access, the beach, local shops, schools, restaurants, wineries and all that the Mornington Peninsula has to offer. For Sale Expressions of Interest - Closing date: Friday 27th of March (unless sold prior) View www.harcourts.com.au Open By Appointment Tim Ripper 0434 513 640 E tim.ripper@harcourts.com.au

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Harcourts Hastings

Harcourts

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

SINCE 1888

AUCTION

Hastings 55 Reid Parade

Waterside, Lifestyle, Land Bank or Development Property! - $760,000+ buyers A stone’s throw to Hastings Marina & High Street shopping precinct this unique Lifestyle/Development opportunity offers a rare chance to secure your future holding in this rapidly expanding waterside suburb or develop into a multi-unit site incorporating the existing residence. Comprising 3900m2 (approx.) of landscaped grounds which can also be subdivided (STCA) features a substantial 30Sq (approx.) family home, featuring multiple living areas, three large bedrooms, master with ensuite plus study. Entertaining is made easy with a central and well-appointed timber kitchen and large meals area. while outside the picturesque gardens are the perfect place for a BBQ with friends while listening to the serene tropical water feature complete with foot bridge. Special features include gas ducted heating, wood fire coonara, ceiling fans throughout, double lock up garage under roof line with internal access, immaculately landscaped gardens, huge American style 11.5m x 10.5m (approx.) shed & assured future growth. Close to all the Peninsula has to offer, local shopping, marina, schools, freeway access, public transport and a short drive to some of the best wineries and beaches in the area. AUCTION Saturday 7th March at 1:30pm View www.harcourts.com.au/VHS5796 Open Saturday 1.00-1.30pm Tim Hughes 0410 470 515

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Balnarring 37 Bruce Street The Last Remaining Block in this Dream Location! Within only a short stroll to the renowned Balnarring Beach and Balnarring Village this rare opportunity could be just what you’ve been waiting for! Set on a large 890m2 (approx.) allotment this flat block has a frontage of 18m (approx.) and depth of 49m (approx.) to build your ultimate home in the location you’ve always dreamed of. With potential rural & water views from a second level and with all the amenities and coastal lifestyle options this location offers. This is an opportunity not to be missed.

For Sale Negotiable over $420,000 View www.harcourts.com.au Open By Appointment Tim Hughes 0410 470 515

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Harcourts Hastings

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Hastings 188 High Street

Hastings 27 Rankin Road

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Charming Weatherboard Home In Excellent Location

Neat and tidy home, centrally located and offering 3BRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s with brand new carpet, bathroom with shower and bath, open plan lounge, meals and kitchen area with air-conditioning, heating, venetian blinds and security window screens . Step outside to the backyard with undercover entertainment area, studio, bbq area and timber deck.

3 bedroom home with renovated interior featuring new carpets, & blinds and freshly painted walls. Separate lounge has air conditioner and gas wall furnace, kitchen has upright oven with gas cootop, adjoining dining area, main bathroom has separate bath and shower, separate toilet & laundry. Be sure to inspect this charming home.

For Lease $310 per week Inspect Tuesday 5.00-5.10pm

For Lease $275 per week Inspect Thursday 5.00-5.10pm

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Crib Point 5 Muriel Street

Hastings 3/89 Marine Parade

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3 bedroom home with 2 bathrooms and a large lounge big enough for a pool table! With plenty of natural light throughout, there is a main bedroom with BIR & FES, dining area, new kitchen with gas cooking and from here a sliding door opens to the covered pergola area and rear yard.

This modern townhouse comprises of downstairs kitchen, bedroom with BIR, separate bathroom, laundry and open plan living & meals area. Upstairs is the master bedroom with FES & BIR, kitchenette and lounge area. Additional features include garage, ceiling fans, low maintenance courtyard and all in a tidy complex of four.

For Lease $350 per week Inspect Thursday 5.15-5.30pm

For Lease $310 per week Inspect Thursday 5.15-5.30pm

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CONGRATULATIONS! Our property management team have done it again! No.2 in Victoria for Excellence in Property Management. For outstanding service, knowledge and a property management experience that exceeds your expectations, talk to us. Jade Loizzo PROPERTY MANAGER 5970 7333

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Set on a 770m2 (approx.) block this multi-level home has a lounge area on the second storey offering bay & coastal glimpses, lovely kitchen downstairs with adjoining dining and lounge, main bedroom has WIR & FES, with comforts incuding ducted heating and air-conditioning. Contact Exclusive Agent. PRICE Offers Over $560,000 VIEW Saturday 1:00-1:30pm AGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

Modern home, front unit of just three on the block, includes 3BR’s - main with FES, two living zones, kitchen with s/steel appliances, downlights and plenty of bench & cupboard space. Other features include s/system heating & cooling, GDH and double garage with internal access. Contact Exclusive Agent. PRICE $330,000 Offers Over VIEW Saturday 11:00-11:30am AGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

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LIS NEW TIN G Somerville 18/42 Eramosa Road East A Perfect Position This well maintained two bedroom unit has much to offer. There is a central kitchen that comes with new stainless steel appliances and there is a beautifully renovated bathroom. Living areas consist of a lounge dining room, meals zone adjacent to the kitchen which flows to the outside and the lovely covered entertaining area and private garden. Completing the package is a single garage with remote door and a garden shed. This unit is central to the local shopping centre, medical facilities and public transport.

For Sale $280,000 plus View By Appointment

Leonie Worrall 0420 979 956 leonie.worrall@raywhite.com

Our team at Ray White Hastings had a wonderful day at the Western Port Festival on Saturday watching the street parade. It is always an amazing community event and there really is something to do for everybody in the family. A big thank you to our ofﬁce manager Melissa Wallace for putting our show bags together and to the team for blowing up all of our balloons. We can’t wait to do it all again next year!

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Developers push for bandicoot delisting ANALYSIS By Mike Hast FEDERAL Environment minister Greg Hunt has rejected claims his government is trying to take the southern brown bandicoot off the threatened species list. He was responding to claims made by environmentalists in the region. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Threatened Species Scientific Committee (TSSC) is conducting an independent assessment of 80 species, including the southern brown bandicoot, as part of its normal process,â&#x20AC;? he told The News in a statement. But an investigation by The News has found that the bandicoot is one of just five species being considered firstup by the committee and the only one being considered for delisting. Its potential delisting has been triggered by a number of housing development referrals to the federal Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act and the claim by some scientists that the bandicoot is doing well at a few locations around Australia â&#x20AC;&#x201C; including in the Grampians and East Gippsland â&#x20AC;&#x201C; after removal of red foxes and feral cats, bandicoots predators. The same developers who lobbied the Victorian government to weaken bandicoot protection protocols in Melbourneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s southeastern suburbs last year have sparked the federal process. Scientists are warning that removing the bandicoot from the protected list could create a â&#x20AC;&#x153;yo-yo effectâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; less money will be available for fox and cat control, which will see more

Under pressure: The southern brown bandicoot could be taken off a federal protected species list. Picture: Mal Legg

bandicoots killed, so it will have to be relisted and populations will rise again, and then another attempt will be made to delist it. Delisting the bandicoot could lead to what occurred in the municipalities of Kingston and Frankston where the bandicoot is now extinct. It is extremely rare on the Mornington Peninsula. Travelling between Melbourne and Arthurs Seat in the 1850s, naturalist Horace Wheelwright said the region

was teeming with â&#x20AC;&#x153;bandicotesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Until the late 1980s, bandicoots could be found in good numbers in the sand belt and southeastern suburbs such as Beaumaris, Braeside, Oakleigh, Clayton, Springvale and Frankston as well as on the peninsula. But housing subdivisions resulted in loss of habitat and an increase in predators such as foxes and cats. Just two viable populations remain in the region â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at Royal Botanic Gar-

dens in Cranbourne and in undeveloped parts of Koo Wee Rup at the northern end of Western Port. A third population on Quail Island in Western Port has been decimated by wild pigs released on the island by hunters. Many scientists and conservationists say the claim that bandicoot numbers are on the rise is misleading. This is occurring in a few isolated areas but the overwhelming cause of continued decline of bandicoots is the deliberate

and bureaucratically endorsed bulldozing of the speciesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; habitat. Academic Brian Chambers recently wrote: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The EPBC Act mandates that any development that negatively impacts on biodiversity must be offset so there is no net loss of biodiversity as a result of the development. Clearly the legislation or its implementation is failing in that regard and the offsets provide by developers are not working ... government departments responsible for â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;protectingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; our natural heritage [must] resolve to make the system work ... because there arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t many places left to go except onto the list of extinct species.â&#x20AC;? Twenty-nine Australian land mammals have become extinct over the past 200 years, the worst record in the world, and 56 are currently facing extinction. These losses and potential losses represent more than a third of the 315 species present at the time of European settlement. Mr Hunt said he had asked the Department of Environment to extend the consultation period until the end of February â&#x20AC;&#x153;to ensure it has all the relevant information from the communityâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I encourage anyone with information on the species to make a submission. The views of all parties will be considered by the committee. People can make a submission at www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/nominations/comment â&#x20AC;&#x153;I remain vigilant about protecting the southern brown bandicoot.â&#x20AC;?

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Political points scoring over hospital expansion Neil Walker neil@mpnews.com.au

Doing the rounds: Patient Jeanette Murphy, left, Health Minister Jill Hennessy, Peninsula Health chief operating officer Brendon Gardner, Frankston Labor MP Paul Edbrooke, Channel 9 reporter Andrew Lund and Peninsula Health chairwoman Nancy Hogan at the official opening of Frankston Hospital’s new building. Picture: Gary Sissons

New hospital wing opened THE opening of Frankston’s Hospital’s new $81 million building has been hailed “an important milestone” by Peninsula Health. Health Minister Jill Hennessy visited the hospital last Tuesday (17 February) to officially open the new emergency department and three additional wards. Patients began being accepted to the new wards last Thursday. “The opening of this new building marks an important milestone in

Frankston Hospital’s proud 74 year history. The last five years have seen more than $150 million invested in capital works for critical care, emergency medicine, and general medical services,” Peninsula Health chairwoman Nancy Hogan said. Known as Frankston Stage 3, the new Building A includes a new emergency department, a coronary care unit and two general wards. Peninsula Health CEO Sue Williams said “this significant development

to Frankston Hospital is designed to address the acute health needs across the fast-growing Mornington Peninsula region.” “Not only are the facilities and equipment amongst the best available, the quality of care from a patient’s perspective remains at the heart of this project.” The three new wards have single and double rooms with ensuite bathrooms and communal areas for visitors.

THE opening of Frankston Hospital’s new $81 million emergency department last week was marred by political bickering. As part of the spoils of Labor’s state election victory in November, Health Minister Jill Hennessy attended the opening of the new emergency department. The new emergency department houses 49 beds and the new hospital wing has three additional wards with 92 new beds. Ms Hennessy attacked the former Coalition state government at the emergency department’s official opening event last Tuesday morning. “Under the Liberals, our health system was in crisis and too many patients were waiting too long for treatment, including here on the peninsula,” she said. “The Andrews Labor government is working hard to rebuild our health system, with a $200 million boost to find and open the beds and theatres that the Liberals closed.” Liberal opposition deputy leader Gordon Rich-Phillips fired back with some political shots of his own. “It’s great to see this project come to fruition. Not only was this project delivered on time, it was delivered 10 per cent under budget, which meant savings of over $8 million were able to be re-invested in new

services for the hospital,” he said. “Unfortunately due to the Andrews Labor government dumping the state’s building watchdog’s Construction Code Compliance Unit, Victorians are unlikely to ever see projects like these being delivered within budget and on time under a Labor government.” Turning his sights on the new Premier, Mr Rich-Phillips accused Daniel Andrews of being “inextricably linked to the unions and the CFMEU”. “The scrapping of this unit is just part of his union payback. This means dodgy deals, weak compromises and more uncertainty for Victorian families.” Frankston Hospital’s much-needed expansion had looked like being one of the few instances of bipartisanship between the state Labor and Liberal parties before the latest bout of political pot shots broke out. The hospital’s redevelopment began under the former Bracks Labor government and works and funding continued under the Coalition Napthine government which lost the state election last November. When in opposition, both major parties relentlessly criticise ambulance ramping times and patient wait times in emergency, and then praise any statistical improvements when in government.

PM takes time out from leadership woes PRIME Minister Tony Abbott made a flying visit to Frankston last Thursday afternoon, leaving behind rampant Liberal Party leadership speculation in Canberra, for “an afternoon tea with community members”. Mr Abbott addressed the invited guests - including Liberal Party members, school principals and council representatives - at Frankston RSL flanked by Dunkley MP and Small Business Minister Bruce Billson. Mr Billson has been highly visible in his support for the embattled Prime Minister both before and after this month’s failed Liberal leadership spill vote last Monday (8 February). Mr Billson told The News he knew the Prime Minister would be visiting Frankston “a few weeks ago”. Mr Abbott made certificate presentations to the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula Shire citizens of the year recognised by their respective councils on Australia Day. “It was an opportunity to convey thanks and appreciation to the selfless individuals who contribute a great deal to the wellbeing

and vitality of our community,” Mr Billson said. “Beyond that he mingled for about an hour with the people who were present.” “It’s a key priority for us ... it’s very much in the frame of the government’s agenda for the year ahead. The message I get is ‘get on with it’ ... we’ve got a plan that the nation needs,” Mr Billson said. He insisted “we’ve got an experienced and stable team” despite the leadership speculation this month. “We’ve got some runs on the board already with the abolition of the carbon tax, the re-establishment of proper border protection arrangements and infrastructure projects. “The best thing we can do is knuckle down, get on with it and lift our performance.” Media was invited to attend the afternoon tea at Frankston RSL to take photographs but was advised Mr Abbott would be making “remarks” and would not be taking questions at the event. Neil Walker

Last chance to see?: Mornington Peninsula Shire’s Young Citizen of the Year Sarah Berry of Mt Eliza, left, took a selfie shot with Prime Minister Tony Abbott at Frankston RSL last Thursday. The increasingly embattled Prime Minister left behind leadership speculation and cabinet leaks in Canberra to visit Frankston for an afternoon tea hosted by federal Dunkley Liberal MP Bruce Billson to thank residents who contribute positively to their community. Left, supporter Iris Davis makes a point to the Prime Minister. Pictures courtesy Margaret Harrison, Business Times

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100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...

Thin khaki line in need of recruits

Compiled by Melissa Walsh THE annual balance sheet and financial statement of the Shire of Frankston and Hastings is published this week on our fourth page. *** A PUBLIC meeting will be held at Brookesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; rooms, Chelsea, on Friday next for the purpose of forming an association of wholesale milk suppliers and also to discuss matters of interest to farmers generally. *** IN order to raise funds for the Belgian Relief Fund Mrs Bay, of Frankston, has donated a guinea doll to be drawn for. The membership to be one penny. The doll is now in Mrs Hayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fancy shop window, and anyone can become a member by depositing a penny in the box set apart for that purpose. *** ALL shopkeepers are notified by advertisement in another column that they are required to register their shops with the Chief Inspector of Factories on or before 14th March next, under a penalty of ÂŁ10. It is not intended to give shop keepers any notice other than such advertisement as the one now appearing. *** MR Geo. Davis notifies by advertisement that he has taken over the business lately carried on by Mr A Patterson, of Frankston as a timber merchant, and is prepared to supply everything required in building and house renovating, and also has a good stock of general ironmongery to which he invites inspection.

*** A CONCERT in aid of the organ and choir fund, was held in the Methodist Church, Frankston, on Monday 22nd February. The programme consisted of songs, recitations, and several anthems by the choir. Each item was successfully given and appreciated by the audience. The latter being very much smaller than the object deserved. Mr Dawborne, in the unavoidable absence of the Rev Jackson, acted as chairman, and came in for his share of thanks with all those who had so willingly and successfully assisted. The singing of the National Anthem brought the evening to a close. *** SOMERVILLE Methodist Sunday School. A â&#x20AC;&#x153;recordâ&#x20AC;? was the opinion of the superintendent of the Methodist Sunday School regarding the anniversary service held on February 21st and 22nd. On Sunday the Rev J R. Butler of Mornington delighted the congregation with his instructive addresses. The children were specially interested. Their singing was bright and pleasing, and a marked feature of the services. A full church greeted the efforts of the scholars at the entertainment on Monday. The anthems â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hosanna born Kingâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Flag of Britainâ&#x20AC;? were sung vigorously and well. Misses Nellie and Dorothy Reed, and Florrie Vines sang solos. The last

named had her song illustrated by a number of sleepy little girls clad in their nightgowns. Kindergarten songs were sung by the little ones, with Harry Reed as soloist. Recitations by Selma Ohrberg, Ruby and Hazel Twyford, Celia Roberts, Nellie Unthank, Gladys Mentiplay, and Jack Reed, were all given clearly and in good style. A dialogue rendered by 7 senior girls and a male quartette completed the programme. The Rev R. Jackson presented the prizes, the principal of which was won by Florrie Vines and Harold Westaway. Mr Barber, the superintendent, spoke of the success of Florrie Vines and Ruby Twyford in the Sunday School examination held throughout Victoria and of the return of the work done in the Sabbath School. A very cheerful report was read by the secretary, Mr Overton. It showed that the attendance was good, finance very satisfactory, with special reference to the kindergarten branch of the work. The Sunday School receipts were ÂŁ23, and a credit balance of nearly ÂŁ7 remained. *** SOMERVILLE Social Club Concert. A packed house greeted Mrs Duncan Puckle and her Musical Comedy Company, last Saturday night. It was a bright and original programme, everyone acquitted themselves well, and were duly rewarded by frequent encores and appreciative

rounds of applause from the enthusiastic audience. After a well played overture by Mrs S. S. Gault, the company sang â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;God save the Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, followed by â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Click Clackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, a lively plantation part song. The parts were well blended, and soloists gave full humour to their lines. Mr Geo Reed then sang â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Blue Dragoonsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in fine vigorous style and was loudly applauded. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Entente Cordialeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, by Miss L. Barber, was sweetly sung, and the illustration of the words very nicely acted by Miss E. Hawken, (French girl), and Mr Meldrum (British soldier), which so pleased the audience that an encore was demanded. Mr S S Gault sang â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bantry Bayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; splendidly and the attendant chorus went with a swing and was much appreciated. A sweetly pretty lullaby sung by Mrs Geo Reed, suited her beautiful voice to perfection. The public were pleased to hear Mrs Reed again after her absence from the concert platform. During the evening Mr W Martin, in a happy complimentary speech proposed a vote of thanks to Mrs Puckle for the most successful and uncommon entertainment she had thought out, the whole of the items being chosen by her, and the costumes and scenes being originated by the same hard-working lady. The audience responded by singing â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;For sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a jolly good fellowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and giving three hearty cheers for Mrs Puckle. *** THE Thin Khaki Line. An officer of

the Army Service Corps writes: You know, reading the home papers I could almost wish that a horde of these gentry could descend on old Englandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shores. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think anything but that will ever arouse them to the awfulness of the thing that the thin (very, very thin in some places) khaki line in the trenches out here is fighting hard to keep from them; and that very thin line is doing each day something that has never been equalled even by the thin red line of by-gone days. I am not patting myself on the back for my work lies behind the trenches, and I take off my hat to every motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son that is there. I should have thought that the recruits to the new Army would have exceeded the second million by now, and yet they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to have got the first completed yet. If they could only take the youth of England on a personally conducted tour along our lines here, so that they could realise what we are up against, I think theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d join in a body but, failing that, the best way to buck them up would be a hundred thousand Germans landing in England. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t suppose theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d get very far; still they would bring home to the smug armchair brigade as nothing else ever will something at least of the awful way in which Belgium and part of France have suffered. Those who are out here are doing miracles. From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 27 February, 1915.

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A Grain of Salt IN line with the highly regarded philosophy of never taking responsibility for one’s actions and therefore blaming others, I blame my father. He was the one who marched me into the Commonwealth Public Service on January 5th after scraping through year 11, thus beginning 20 years of a collar and tie, a daily shower, shave and clean shirt, all in the name of security. I had no say, had to get a job, had to pay board, end of story. Worse, I had to study accountancy? Unbelievable boredom, leaving aside the pleasurable side issues of females, beer and the vague possibility of sex, assuming I knew what to do if the opportunity ever arose. It never occurred to Dad to get me a job in real estate? Think about it. Getting a licence (eventually) was at best a piece of cake compared with the accountancy three year drain and from then on it would all be a life of chocolates and champagne. As Marlon Brando said in On The Waterfront: “I could have been a contender”. A disastrous error, Dad. Interestingly, this avenue via real estate to the good life is still available to this day. *** I WOULD have thought Tony Abbott would seize on the Human Rights Commission report on vulnerable children in detention as a way to demonstrate his assertiveness as a leader not to mention escaping the glare of the local economic stuff. After all, we all know something needs to be done as we surely know the problem was with both parties, worse in fact under Labor, and the report was obviously true. But no, our

Master slams it as political and basically calls the commission president ‘a liar’. Or was he simply enjoying his former role as an attack dog in opposition? Strange times. *** All you Labor voters out there - don’t count your chickens. Lord Tony stopped the boats, stopped the carbon tax and all faults are the faults of Labor, including the spill motion. However, moving ever so slightly in favour of his pre-election promises (no cuts to health, education, ABC and SBS) and making the smallest adjustment to either negative gearing, family trusts or particularly the 15 per cent superannuation tax specifically designed for the “high flyers” and surely things turn around? Never discount the high percentage of voters who are under instruction from our morning newspaper. The May Budget looms large. The fat lady is nowhere to be seen, if ever...yet. *** Introducing the new Cliff. The nice Cliff, blossoming. I’ve had what I call a “civility” personality change. It’s more likely short lived but for now we go with the flow, or the glow. I may even warm to New Zealand actor Roy Billing receiving an Australia Day award but that may take a while. The realisation of loving mankind in general but thoughtless in particular is out the door. Stagnation awakened? Joey Hockey is a new best mate. Positivity forever. I’ll do even better with my other newfound great mate Scotty Morrison, the pensioners’ friend.

*** The disability pension will have to be assessed by a government-contracted doctor instead of their own GP. If the government doctor finds they’re not completely unable to work they could be put on the dole; $160 a week less. Fair enough, Scotty. Who can trust local doctors? Cracking down on the amount of time those on the disability pension can spend overseas before losing their payments, stopping the disability pension four weeks after a person goes abroad instead of the previous six weeks? How about welfare, Scotty? Anyone wanting to get Newstart, sickness, widow, youth allowances or parenting payments - wait an extra week before receiving their money. What’s a week anyway? We all must do our bit. Nothing on the tax rorts of multinationals, but no surprise there, and not Scotty’s fault. Someone sacked half the public servants in the Tax Office. *** Dear Danny (Andrews), we Sex Party voters on the Mornington Peninsula unanimously agree the public transport situation here is a disgrace. Interest rates are at rock bottom Danny; forget the triple A mirage. Make yourself famous by investing in our Liberal stronghold. Despite being in power since Adam was a lad the Libs have done nothing, albeit minor window dressing. Yes, I hear; the level crossings, underground city rail, but go the extra mile precious. You’ll go down in history. We have the Academy Awards and

By Cliff Ellen, star of last week’s Shaun Micallef’s Mad as Hell TV show (and he thought we wouldn’t notice...) the Golden Globes for world’s best and here in Aussieland we have the AACTA for our film and television industry, and now? The film critics circle of Australia Awards? Where did this mob spring from? I’m thinking my own awards using the various opinions of friends and enemies. Rye Community Centre every 29th February? Call it Wankerland Awards. *** The Portsea to Queenscliff bridge, the Jetty road overpass, the Southern Peninsula Aquatic Centre and the freeway extension to Blaigowrie are my tips for a modern Mornington Peninsula by the end of this century. And early in the 22nd century an upgrade of our public transport system. In the short term I propose our council (and counsellors) all be subjected to a “structural realignment”. Not sure what that means but it sounds good.

*** National tiles, Clark Rubber and Godfreys vacuum cleaners? Other than Herald Sun readers is there anyone out there who buys from them when there is NOT a sale on?... Submarines - billions of dollars; needs must they tell us, but still waiting to hear WHY we need them?... Lachy Hulme would have been perfect in the role of Gina for Channel 9’s The House of Hancock. How about a royal commission into royal commissions?...KMart men’s section is not designed for old men... Collingwood membership deals include access to trainee coach Nathan Buckley’s weekly video message?... Foreign Minister Julia Bishop’s trip to Afghanistan home via coffee with Rupert, USA; clever cookie Jules... “For God’s sake hold your tongue, and let me love” [John Donne]...hooroo...cliffie9@bigpond.com

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The notes of an amateur Eurovisionary By Stuart McCullough TAKE that, naysayers! To all those people who had the temerity to question Prince Philip’s knighthood, let me say this – set the cutlery, take a seat and get ready to eat your words. And once you’ve done that, make sure you leave plenty of room for dessert because you’ll be expected to consume a very, very large plate of humble pie. Everything has fallen oh so beautifully into place. Mere moments after our knighthood of Sir Phil arrived in the post we have been formally invited to join Europe. Presumably to replace Greece, which is likely to be traded to Africa. By ‘Europe’, I’m not referring to a poodle-headed light-metal band banging on about ‘The Final Countdown’. Not at all. Nor do I mean anything as trifling as an economic mangling or some weird imaginary currency but something far, far more important. We have been invited to compete in the Eurovision song contest. Suddenly, buttering up the monarchy seems less an act of archaic confusion than it does a stroke of undiluted genius. Get the Bedazzler. Dig out the VIP Spotlight card and the sewing kit. We haven’t a moment to lose. For those who have dismissed this news as mere ephemera regarding a slightly dodgy music competition, they are missing the very large point despite the fact that it has been launched with a confetti cannon. We haven’t just been invited to participate in a competition but to partake in a whole new way of life. Now that

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we’re officially part of Europe, I feel a lot better about ordering cups of fancy coffee. The Paris end of Collins Street has been completely legitimized. For myself, I fully intend to embrace my newfound European status. IKEA furniture will no longer confuse the bejesus out of me and I expect to assemble desks with improbable names like ‘Borgsjo’ whilst wearing a blindfold and to feel no trace of shame when I proudly order furniture called ‘the

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Kallax’, even though it sounds less like a bookshelf than it does an intergalactic bounty hunter and extra from the set of Star Wars. But it’s not all fancy coffee and furniture that, once assembled, always looks as if it’s just been dropped from a great height. Now that we have had the awesome responsibility of competing in the Eurovision Song Contest bestowed upon us, we must decide how we wish to use the opportunity. It has

to be said that Eurovision is not for the lactose intolerant, but its extraordinary cheesiness is part of its charm. It is with that in mind that we must decide whom we should send. Unlike some European nations that only have one guitar between them that they share by way of a rotating roster, our biggest problem is an embarrassment of riches. Already there’s been speculation. There was even an on-line poll that had This Is Serious Mum (also known as TISM) as our preferred representative. Nothing would make me as happy as the sight of a band from Melbourne performing ‘(He’ll Never Be An) Ol’ Man River’ from their hit album ‘Machiavelli and the Four Seasons’ but that’s more the scorched earth approach intended to ensure that the largesse that saw us invited in the first place is never repeated. That’s not for us. Frankly, we like the thing too much to destroy it. Let’s be honest – we’re in this thing to prove we belong. Nothing would please us more to win the whole shebang outright and have the world declare that the best song in Europe is, in fact, located in Australia. So whom do we send? Eurovision demands certain things of its performers – bad dancing, mystifying costumes (preferably white) and a song so drenched with syrup you could as easily pour it over pancakes as you could listen to it. There’s only one group fit for the job. Three words spring to mind. Young. Talent. Time. I’m not talking about the recently resurrected only-to-be-

burned-at-the-stake-until-there’snothing-but-a-smouldering-ruin-leftto-sully-the-memory-in-less-timethan-it-takes-to-make-a-cup-of-tea version hosted by Rob Mills. No way. I’m talking about the version curated by master songwriter and musical genius Johnny Young between 1971 and 1988. The Young Talent Team has all the required skills. Strangely cultish costumes? Check. Clunky dance routines? Present and accounted for. But, sadly, there’s not enough room for everyone. That why we should send the YTT squad from 1982. It would be like a heist movie. Team members, long since dispersed to the corners of the globe, would receive a surprise knock on the door and open it to find Johnny Young, imploring them to come out of retirement for one more job. Like Jake and Elwood Blues, Johnny would be dressed in a black suit and tie with a pork pie hat and sunglasses, muttering something about a mission from God. Some would leap at the chance to rejoin fellow cast members; others would need to be persuaded to leave the successful lives they’d built in the intervening years. But as they accept that not only their country but also all of Europe needs them, they inevitably succumb. I can see it now – dressed in white, performing a slightly theatrical version of TMG’s ‘Jump in my Car’. Europe – brace yourselves. Prepare for the greatest night of your lives. All thanks to the Young Talent Team. With a little help from Sir Phil. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

WINGED WONDERS IN THE SKIES THE ROSEBUD KITE FESTIVAL NOW in its eleventh year, the special atmosphere generated on the foreshore at Rosebud over the Labour Day weekend will be boosted by a spectacular, world first, aero display. Spectators will be delighted with the new trio of maxi kites which will be flown on Sunday 8 March, which is the main festival day. Star of the show will be Toothless, the black dragon, most frequently seen on the big screen, animated in 3D. This ‘dragon with attitude’ has recently been involved in hair raising, promotional stunts across the world, including the technically complicated, but successful spectacle of him flying under London Bridge on the Thames. This once-in-a-lifetime flight, as you can imagine, involved many complicated approvals and logistical issues. Similar stunts planned for San Francisco were foiled by American red tape but there are no such issues at Rosebud, when Toothless will be unrestricted in his aero adventures! Joining him will be Puff, the red dragon and graceful Pegasus, a white winged horse. This will be the first time these three flying beasts have featured in the one arena and will be a treat for the Rosebud spectators. With its iconic location on the Rosebud beach, festival goers will look to both the skyline and shoreline for an impressive array of beautiful kites and fun, family activities.

This ‘all ages’ event has grown to include a host of kids workshops, kite craft, carnival rides, food stalls, kite surfing displays, ‘come and try’ stand up paddle boarding as well as a full program of live entertainment. The Dreaming Space yellow, circus tent will be back with a program of comedy shows and skills workshops plus, for the brave at heart, Blacksnake Productions’ wildlife and reptile marquee will be there for some ‘touch and

feel’ sessions. Close by will be Coralia the Mermaid, educating kids on sea life in a light hearted way but while wandering along the foreshore, remember to keep an eye out for the roving appearances of the ever popular Tubby the Robot and new guest life-size Gemma the Giraffe. Gracing the main stage from 11am-5pm on Sunday will be a variety of live acts including young local musicians, Trudy and the Cow-

boys, SugaTree, Heidi Luckhurst, Nicola Brown and Corz and the Collier. There are plenty of food stalls throughout the site, but bring a rug, or folding chair and be prepared to stay a few hours, as you won’t be able to tear yourself away from all the activity! Free entry. Parking available on Village Green and along Pt Nepean Road. Facebook: RosebudKiteFestival.

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A BREWERY, A UTE AND A DOG By Melissa Walsh

WHEN blokes around the world think of the perfect job, owning a brewery would be right up there, and peninsula man Matt Bebe made it happen. On the night of his 40th birthday, Matt quit his day job and started his journey into the wonderful world of beer making, culminating in the ever-growing Mornington Peninsula Brewery. As with all great tales, this leap of faith started a couple of years prior, over a beer and a ball game. The year was 2008 and Matt’s

beloved Hawks had won the premiership when he and good mate and neighbour, Malcolm McLean got together to celebrate. “Over a long night of drinking and talking, the focus soon turned to beer and breweries and how great it would be to start one,” says Matt. “We even looked at possible locations, beer types and labels.” A throbbing head the next day didn’t dampen Matt’s spirits as he enthusiastically began writing up a plan, and the rest is history. “We knew we didn’t have enough

money and soon had investors that were interested in a craft brewery,” says Matt, whose background in science, sales and finance came in very handy. “Meetings with Mal, myself and a creative director, Rod Attenborough, sealed the deal with starting a brewery based on tradition, industry and honesty that is aligned with the essence of the Mornington Peninsula.” When the guys enlisted the services of head brewer, Andrew Gow, the mastermind behind the infamous

Mornington Peninsula Brewery drops, the final piece of the puzzle fell into place. “When Andrew accepted the offer we knew we were onto something. He has been so successful at Mountain Gate, Matilda Bay and 5 Islands, and puts his heart and soul into creating the perfect blends for our brewery,” says Matt, of the serendipitous chain of events. On Grand Final Day, 2010, two years after that euphoric Hawthorn win, Mornington Peninsula Brewery opened its doors, and the boys

would never look back, recently opening a second huge factory around the corner, lovingly referred to as the ‘mothership’. “The brewery became all-consuming to me for at least two years. It was my oxygen,” Matt says with a laugh. “Even my wife said ‘why not just buy a Harley?’ But it was in my veins and something I had to do. I wanted to do something I was proud of. I wanted to be able to sit my grandchildren on my knee and say I followed my dreams. I wanted a brewery, a Ute and a dog and now I have them. Life couldn’t be better.”

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Season comes down to one match PROVINCIAL By IT Gully THE MPCA Provincial final four will be decided in the final home and away game this weekend. In dramatic circumstances on Saturday in blistering heat, Baxter fell outside of the top bracket for the first time this season, going down to Crib Point in a 40 over a side match. This allowed Mornington, the reigning premier, to slide inside the top four for the first time after falling across the line against Rye. Long Island went to outright top spot on the ladder after picking up an outright win against Heatherhill, while Sorrento and Peninsula Old Boys maintained their position in the top four. It makes for a very interesting final

round this Saturday. It almost seems unfair that the fate of some clubs this season will come down to a one day game. As they say, that’s cricket. Long Island host Baxter at Ballam Park in a game that holds significant interest. The two keys in this match are all-rounders Scott Phillips and Dale Irving. The winner of this duel will determine the winner in the match. Crib Point and Mornington will also be a cracker. If the Islanders can knock over Baxter and the Magpies can do the unthinkable and beat the Doggies, then the Pies will sneak in. It makes for a fascinating day of cricket this Saturday. After scoring 51 with the bat and snaring 8/27 with the ball, Long Island’s Scott Phillips ensured that his team picked up maximum points (20) against Heatherhill.

The Hills were bowled out for 62 before the Islanders declared on 4/132. In a great show of sportsmanship, the Hills declared their innings at 8/243 after 85 overs, giving the Islanders a little over 20 overs to get the 170-odd to win. Get it they did, losing five wickets along the way and finishing 5/178 off 21.2 overs. A wonderful ending to a fantastic game of cricket. Sorrento tried to get an outright win against Moorooduc but fell six wickets short. The Sorras had an 80-run first innings lead before declaring at 5/121 in the second innings. Bobby Wilson with an unbeaten 41 was the key for the Ducs. Moorooduc finished the afternoon at 4/96. Langwarrin got the job done against Pines after a shaky start. Chasing 100

for victory, the Kangas resumed four wickets down with 60 runs to get. They declared at 9/136 before sending the Piners back into bat. The visitors finished their second innings at 2/88. Peninsula Old Boys continued on their merry way, smashing Mt Eliza. The Mounties were rolled for 119 in 50 overs and POB resumed three wickets down for 60. The visitors batted for the day and finished at 9/272. Mornington was chasing just 119 for victory against Rye and it made very tough work of getting there. It took an unbeaten 26 from Sam Buchanan to get his side across the line. Ryan Hines was able to stick around long enough (five) to help the Dogs win the match by one wicket. Leigh Lambert finished with 5/41 off 24 overs for the Demons.

Crib Point and Baxter played a oneday game after the ground was unplayable last weekend. The Magpies won the toss, batted first and set Baxter 156 for victory. Jacob Cudmore opened the innings and top scored with 46 while Matty Blake got 29 and Ricky Thompson 25 batting higher up the order. Daniel Warwick (49) and James Eadie (28) appeared as though they were going to take the game away from the Pies, however, when the Baxter skipper was trapped in front by Henry Dolphin, the home side was still 60 runs away with just four wickets in hand. Baxter was eventually bowled out for 127 in the 38th over. Glenn Barclay was superb for the Pies with 5/33 from 8.4 overs.

Five playing for two finals spots DISTRICT By IT Gully THERE will be five teams playing for two finals places in MPCA District cricket this Saturday. Whilst Red Hill (116 points) and Somerville (96 points) are assured a home final for finishing first and second, the next five teams are all playing for the final two places. After another event-filled round on Saturday, Mt Martha and Carrum both fell outside of the top four. This allowed Seaford and Main Ridge to sneak back in. These four clubs have been swapping and changing all season. The other side in the mix is Baden Powell, who, after a shaky start to the season, has come home with a wet sail. Although the Braves are highly unlikely to get in, mathematically, they are a chance. So it all comes down to the final home and away game of the season, a one-dayer. Seaford need to travel to Boneo Reserve. You would expect them to win this one. Baden Powell has the unenviable task of playing Red Hill at Red Hill. That leaves Main Ridge, who play the dangerous Seaford Tigers away from home. The equation is simple. Win the match and they play finals. Lose and it opens the door for the Reds or Lions. Carrum hosts Delacombe Park, who has fallen from grace, while Mt Martha host Flinders at Ferraro Reserve. You would expect both Carrum and Mt Martha to win their matches. All the interest this Saturday will be at Belvedere Park as the Tigers try and knock Main Ridge out. On Saturday, it was Main Ridge’s little master Gareth Wyatt who ensured his side did the job on Mt Martha. Wyatt scored an unbeaten 105 to help his side to 7/216, a 62-run victory in the end. The Reds pulled the pin just 65 overs into Main Ridge’s innings. Wyatt was unstoppable. Baden Powell has a lot to look for-

ward to in coming years. It has an exciting young list with a sprinkling of experience and class and they are getting plenty of game time at the top level. On Saturday the Braves beat Hastings by six wickets. Chasing 169 for victory, the Braves got the runs with nine overs and six wickets in hand. Rhys Elmi top scored with an unbeaten 58 while Sean Wilson made 51. Delacombe Park tasted rare success this season, beating Seaford Tigers. A solid partnership in the middle order between Andrew Christides (29) and Ben Brittain (29) helped the Parkers over the line. Matty Meagher was the pick of the Tigers’ bowlers with 3/41 from 21 overs. Flinders never got close to Red Hill, going down by almost 200 runs. Chasing 348 for victory, the Sharks were rolled for 163. Red Hill’s Brent Martin made it 28 wickets for the season after snaring 6/37 off 22 overs. Shane Beggs top scored for Flinders with an unbeaten 78, while Tim Clarke opened with 39. Seaford and Carrum went toe-totoe in a one-day game. Carrum batted first and made 9/124. Liam Dobson top scored with 35 while Shaun Foster and Josh Dent each made 33. Aaron Peebles snared 3/34 from his 10 overs. Faisal Payenda then steered Seaford to victory with 53, while Nick Simpendorfer hit an unbeaten 43. Dobson was the pick of the bowlers with 2/18 from six. Seaford reached the target with 10 overs to spare. Somerville recorded an easy victory against Boneo, also in a one-day game The Eagles smacked 6/214 with Leigh Lowry scoring 64 against his old team and Justin Allsop hitting 52. In reply, the Pandas were rolled for 119 in the 32nd over. Russell Wilkes was at his best with 5/35.

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It’s tight at the top SUB-DISTRICT By IT Gully AFTER four and a half months of the MPCA Sub District cricket season, it is all going to come down to the final home and away match to determine the top four. Despite 10 matches being played between 10 teams since October 4 last year, as well as more than 1000 overs being bowled, the whole 2014-15 season is going to be determined in just 80 overs this weekend. After occupying a top four place for the large majority of the season and even holding down top spot on the ladder, Pearcedale finds itself in fifth place leading into the final game. Frankston YCW and Carrum Downs have been in and out of the top four all season but find themselves in there at the right time of the year. Tootgarook leap frogged everyone in this round and went straight to the top of the ladder. Strangely enough though, if they lose this weekend to Frankston YCW and other games go against them, they could miss out altogether. The loser between Carrum Downs and Rosebud could also miss out. They battle it out at Thompson Reserve. Pearcedale takes on Skye. So, despite the Panthers not being in the final

four going into the game, they are an unbackable favourite to win this and move inside the four. Tootgarook and Frankston YCW go toe to toe. As stated, both sides are in the four right now but could go out if they lose and Pearcedale win. And just to throw a spanner in the works, if Carrum Downs and Frankston YCW lose, and Balnarring can complete the expected and beat Ballam Park, then the Saints will hijack a place in the top bracket. The final round is going to be fascinating. The ladder, including points and the all-important percentage, looks like this: Toogarook: 96 & 1.562 Rosebud: 96 & 1.338 Carrum D: 88 & 1.130 YCW: 88 & 1.105 Pearcedale: 84 & 1.400 Balnarring: 76 & 1.277 Balnarring picked up another outright win on Saturday, this time against Dromana. This put them back into contention. Jacob Cook took 7/17 and 6/18 to give him game figures of 13/35 for the match. Tootgarook easily accounted for Ballam Park. Chasing 124 for victory, the Frogs got the runs just two wickets down, finishing at 2/131. Rosebud cruised against Tyabb.

The Yabbies have been very competitive this season, especially of late, however, they were no match for the Buds. Rosebud scrambled to 8/117 with Billy Quigley getting 37 and Darren Kerr returning for his second game of the season with 26. Brodie Bennett picked up 4/21 from nine overs. Tyabb was bowled out for 83 off 39 overs. Quigley snared 3/26 off 10. Frankston YCW chased down Pearcedale’s 117 to record a tough victory. Brad Trotter top scored for the Panthers with the bat with 33 while Paul Bradley was the best of the Stonecats’ bowlers with 4/20 from eight overs. Bradley then made an unbeaten 44 with the bat to guide his side home, scoring 8/120 with one over to spare. Adrian Ridout, in his third First XI game after spending most of his time played C1, was the best of the bowlers with 4/25 from 10 overs. In the final game, Carrum Downs picked up the outright win against Skye. Skye made 108 in the first innings and the Cougars replied with 109 before sending them back in. In the second innings, Skye declared their innings at 3/117 before sending Carrum Downs back in. The Cougars made 8/117 in 17 overs to claim the bonus points.

Up and at ‘em: Red Hill vs Flinders District match last weekend. Pic: Andrew Hurst

Eagles land another SOMERVILLE, who has had arguably the greatest recruiting drive of all time during the off-season, has just landed another one. Adrian Speedy, who was simply sensational for Mornington last season, is the latest player to join the ranks. Speedy is an addition to the likes of Scott Simpson (Frankston VFL), Billy Rolfe (Frankston YCW), Tim McGenniss (North Melbourne), Tommy Simpson (Mornington) and Nick Westerman (YCW) who have all joined the club during the off-season. Add these blokes to 2014 recruits in David and Tim Hirst, Call Dixon and Kane McKenzie and you start

to wonder how they can all play in the one side given the amount of points they all carry. The word coming out of the nest is that the recruits are happy to be on a rotation policy in and out of the seniors. If that’s the case, I wonder if they are going to get paid to play in the reserves? Hosting some finals last season must have been very good financially for the Eagles. As we know, players don’t come cheap these days. You just have to ask ANY club on the peninsula and they’ll tell you money is killing the game. More on that later.

Sharks retire A little further down the road at Sorrento, there are a couple of few Sharks who have pulled the pin.

Word is Chris Bagot, Trevor Mattison, Grant Johnson and Ben Schwarze have all pulled the pin, adding to Scotty Cameron last season. There’s also talk that Rye captain Rhett Sutton has also pulled the pin at the Demons after 199 games.

Super 10s Footy Footy’s back...almost. Frankston FC is hosting a 10 vs 10 pre-season competition at Frankston Park to give players from clubs from around the region a chance to get back into the game before the big season kick-off. Teams will play each other on Thursday evenings before the Super 10s Footy Grand Final on Sunday 8 March. See frankstonfc.com.au or call 9783 7888 for details.

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