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Reinforcing the message that Mornington Peninsula Shire is concerned at the level of family violence, the mayor Cr Sam Hearn, left, and former mayor Cr David Gill help, right, help hold the banner during this year’s Taking a Stand Against Family Violence march at Hastings. Picture: Gary Sissons

Peaceful march against violence SEVERAL hundred people marched through Hastings last Friday (22 November) to show their disgust of family violence. The fifth Taking a Stand Against Family Violence march organised by Westernport Respectful Relationships Group was formerly known as the White Ribbon March. The annual march raises community awareness about family violence and “helps the community to unite and take a stand together”, Cr Kate Roper said. Speakers at the march included Cr Roper, Hastings Senior Sergeant Andrew Horscroft, family violence survivor Melissa, who shared her own story,

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and shire staff member Mandy Roche, who gave an overview of the shire’s Gender Equality Strategy. “Violence against women and their children is a serious and widespread problem in Australia, with enormous individual and community impacts and social costs,” Cr Roper said. “I urge anyone who doubts that to at the statistics. A shocking one in four women aged over 15 has experienced physical or sexual violence by an intimate partner. “Here on the Mornington Peninsula, police reported 1867 incidents of family violence in 2017-18. “But analysis has shown that only 25

per cent of referrals to family violence services in the southern metro region come from police; we can infer that many, many more incidents of family violence occur than are recorded in police statistics.” Cr Roper said the shire had been reviewing its policies and “looking at what it can do to improve the situation”. “We have an obligation to do this under state legislation: preventing violence and injury is one of the priority areas in the Victorian public health and wellbeing plan. “It was also a recommendation of the Family Violence Royal Commission that local governments report on

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the measures they propose to take to reduce family violence and respond to the needs of victims. “We know that one of the key drivers of violence against women and their children is gender inequality – which is the process by which people are treated differently and disadvantageously, under similar circumstances, on the basis of their gender. “We also know that there is much work that we can do to help change the attitudes and ways of thinking that enable family violence to take place. This can include challenging the condoning of violence against women; promoting women’s independence and

decision-making; challenging gender stereotypes and roles, and strengthening positive, equal and respectful relationships.” The Westernport Respectful Relationships Committee includes Good Shepherd, DHHS, Victoria Police, Family Life, Hastings Community House, Westernport Chamber of Commerce and shire staff. The Westernport Respectful Relationships Committee is auspiced by Wallaroo Community House. After the march guests were invited to take part in the creation of rock art with the Balee Aboriginal Group. Stephen Taylor

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Attack dogs held TWO dogs blamed for the mauling and killing of chooks and a lamb at Bittern last week remain Mornington Peninsula Shire’s pound “pending the outcome of investigations”. “The investigation is still underway. Once concluded, all evidence and information will be sent on to the prosecutor,” environment protection manager John Rankine said. The two kelpies believed to be from Crib Point were seized by rangers after attacking the livestock at three properties, Wednesday 13 November. (“Dogs seized after deadly attacks” The News 20/11/19). Grieving pet owners were devastated by the ferocity of the attacks with one, Chris Phobe, saying his lamb had “suffered for an hour” after “having its guts ripped out”. “If I see those dogs on my property again I will shoot them,” he said.

Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au VICROADS may be a major barrier to Mornington Peninsula Shire Council’s calls to trial 80kph speed limits on roads throughout the peninsula. The roads authority says it prefers to tackle speed issues on a case-by-case basis. VicRoads last week said it “regularly explores safety upgrades, including speed limit changes, in consultation with the community and our road safety partners including Victoria Police and the TAC”. “Speed limits on all Victorian roads are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, but we always welcome feedback from the community on how we can continue to make our roads safer,” a VicRoads spokesperson told The News. Cr David Gill last week called for an 80kph limit in dangerous areas in a bid to reduce road deaths which have spiked on the peninsula over the past 12 months. (“Call to limit road speeds” The News 18/11/2019). Cr Gill wants 80kph speed limits on of the peninsula’s narrow and unmade roads. VicRoads said: “When considering a speed limit change, a range of factors, such as pedestrian and vehicle numbers, the design and type of road, local environment and crash history are taken into account. “Unsealed roads are mostly the responsibility of local councils.” Although not all signs have yet been changed, VicRoads says speed limits have been reduced from 70kph to

Beach warning UNDER the eerie glow of artifical lights, police and other emergency workers go about investigating the circumstances of the latest road death on the Mornington Peninsula in Hodgins Road, Hastings on Monday 18 November (“Motorcycle fatal at Hastings” Page 11). Picture: Gary Sissons

60kph in Watt Road, Mornington; 100 to 80 in Bruce Road, Mt Martha; 70 to 60 in South Beach Road, Somers; and 90 to 80 in Davies Road, Bittern. “We are also intending to implement a new speed limit on Jetty Road [Rosebud], reducing it from 100kph to 80kph,” the VicRoads spokesperson stated Meanwhile, the new mayor Cr Sam Hearn wants residents and ratepayers to “help shape council’s road safety strategy [to] set the vision, targets and strategy of our journey as a towards zero municipality”. “We want to hear from our community to find out their thoughts, ex-

pectations and needs on how we can create a safer road system and network through safer roads, safer vehicles, safer speeds, safer people and bike safety,” he said. “Sadly, it’s been a tragic year on Mornington Peninsula roads. This year, we have had 14 deaths [when] last year there were two. “Any death is far too many. We need to work together to minimise road trauma.” Community consultation is open until 5pm, Friday 20 December. Visit: mornpen.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay. Hard copy forms are at the shire’s offices in Rosebud, Mornington, Hast-

ings and Somerville. Drop-in sessions are at Hastings Community Hub, 1973 FrankstonFlinders Road, Hastings, 4-7pm, Wednesday 4 December; Rosebud Memorial Hall, 994 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud, 4-7pm, Wednesday 11 December, and Mornington Council Chambers, 2 Queen Street, Mornington, 4-7pm, Friday 13 December. Email submissions to: haveyoursay@mornpen.vic.gov.au with the subject line Road Safety consultation or post them to Traffic and Transport Team, Road Safety consultation, Mornington Peninsula Shire, Private Bag 1000,Rosebud 3939.

HIGH eColi levels at Mornington beaches south of Mills beach may have been caused by sewage spills into Tanti Creek. South East Water placed warning signs on the foreshore and has stepped up its sampling to keep an eye on water quality. It warns that the poor water quality could affect people’s health and that of their pets.

Time for giving DONATIONS from women golfers, RSL clubs and residents have helped lift the Food for All Christmas Appeal tally to $29,600. Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible and can be sent to Food for All, PO Box 440, Rosebud 3939. Details: Diane Falconer 5988 4353.

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Sharing the beach this summer Exercising your dog on the beach is a great way to get outdoors, however please remember dogs are prohibited on many beaches from 9am to 7pm throughout the daylight savings period. Make sure you keep your dog on a leash at all times, except when at a designated leash-free area. Community Safety Officers will be patrolling regularly over summer and look out for new signage throughout our Shire to help inform dog owners. mornpen.vic.gov.au/dogsonbeaches Jet skis are an increasingly popular activity at Peninsula beaches and often pose a danger to other people in the water if not ridden safely and responsibly. Council is committed to stopping dangerous behaviour by jet ski riders at our beaches this summer. In partnership with Maritime Safety Victoria, we will have Community Safety Officers patrolling beaches for speeding and irresponsible riding of jet skis. transportsafety.vic.gov.au/msv/pwc

Be involved Have your say online or in person at any Shire office. mornpen.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay Communities that Care – EOIs The Shire is calling for change makers to join a new Communities That Care Advisory Committee, which aims to reduce problem behaviours in young people. We’re looking for people who have expertise and interest in Community Development or an understanding of Prevention Science in the Health Promotion or Health and Wellbeing field. Applications close 5pm Monday 2 December. 5975 3585 rebekah.popplewell@mornpen.vic.gov.au mornpen.vic.gov.au/communitiesthatcare

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Rye Urban Design Guidelines Residents and businesses are invited to have their say on the Shire’s draft Rye Urban Design Guidelines. Two options are being considered for the built form controls in Rye and Council would like your input as to which option you prefer. View the draft guidelines and complete an online form. Closes 5pm Sunday 15 December. mornpen.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay Community grants assistance To help prospective grant applicants prepare their applications for the next round of community grants opening in February, the Shire is holding three community information sessions and two grant writing workshops in January/February. It’s free to attend. For further details please contact us: community.grants@mornpen.vic.gov.au 5950 1425

Summer is for everyone

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Seawinds: Crs Simon Brooks, Antonella Celi, Frank Martin

Briars: Crs Rosie Clark, Bev Colomb, Sam Hearn

The festive season is here and the southern Peninsula bursts with activity as we count down to the holidays, Christmas and New Year. We hope you enjoy the Christmas Carols and Australia Day celebrations at Dromana and Rosebud. We pride ourselves on keeping our Peninsula clean and encourage everyone to be mindful when disposing of litter and avoid single use plastics that are detrimental to our environment.

Come and celebrate the opening of the new athletics track and soccer pitches at Mornington’s Civic Reserve on Saturday 30 November from 11am. Join us and the Hon. Greg Hunt MP for a free sausage sizzle and see the fantastic new facilities in action by local sports clubs. Also our next community ward meeting is at 5.30pm on 11 December at the Mount Eliza Community Hall. Please RSVP 5950 1428

A safe NYE for all

Industry update

Nepean: Crs Hugh Fraser, Bryan Payne

Watson: Cr Julie Morris

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Mornington Peninsula Shire is again undertaking the ‘No Entertainment - No Nonsense’ approach to New Year’s Eve. There will be no planned events on New Year’s Eve on foreshore reserves. We wish everyone a safe and happy festive season.

The future of our koalas

Community matters

Red Hill: Cr David Gill

Cerberus: Cr Kate Roper

Our community has grave concerns for the future of koalas on the Mornington Peninsula and elsewhere. There is a need to investigate falling numbers and diminishing habitat and for the State government to provide a master plan for koala survival. On Sunday 1 December from 11:30am there is a koala ‘walk and talk’ and barbecue at the rotunda, Balnarring Beach, near the general store for all interested in koalas.

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In response to the public exhibition of the draft Marine Industry Precinct Analysis, we’ve heard while there is support for the project because of potential economic development and local employment there are also concerns regarding amenity, traffic and the environment. Council will re-investigate potentially suitable industrial land as part of its 2018 Industrial Areas Strategy. Further consultation to follow.

The Hastings By the Bay Carols will light up the Hastings Foreshore on 6 December bringing the community together to enjoy the Christmas music. You can now also drop in to the Volunteering Information Hub at the Western Port Community Support Centre to find out about volunteering, the benefits of giving back to the community and how to find a volunteering opportunity that is right for you!

Mount Martha Active Recreation Hub You are invited to provide feedback on the Shire’s draft Eco Park Mount Martha Active Recreation and Skate Hub concept plans. View the draft concept plans and complete an online form or hard copy at our customer service centres. Closes Sunday 5 January. mornpen.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay Accessible beach matting Council is rolling out accessible beach matting at Mount Martha and Mills beach this summer. It will enable people in wheelchairs or with limited mobility to get to the water’s edge. If you would like accessible beach matting at your local beach, talk to your life saving club and encourage them to contact the Shire. mornpen.vic.gov.au/accessiblebeaches Road safety on the Peninsula Council is inviting the community to share their thoughts and ideas on how we can create a safer road system through safer roads; safer vehicles; safer speeds; safer people and bike safety. Join us for a drop-in session (dates online) and complete an online form or hard copy at our customer service centres. Closes 5pm Friday 13 December. mornpen.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay

Events 30 November

Living Culture Outdoor Movie Evening The Briars, Mount Martha

1 December

Mornington Peninsula Family Fun Day Mornington Park

7 December

Light the Night Hastings Foreshore Reserve

28 December

Kozii Challenge Mills Beach, Mornington

31 December – 11 January

McCrae SUFM McCrae Foreshore

1 January

New Year’s Day picnic in the park Mornington Park

3 January

Emergency Expo Rosebud Foreshore

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Sorrento Rotary Art Show Sorrento Community Centre

11 January

The Rye Gift and Family Fun Day R.J.Rowley Recreation Reserve

12 January

Rye Seaside Scavenge Rye Foreshore Two Bays Trail Run Visitors Info Centre Dromana to Cape Schanck

17 – 26 January Mornington Rotary Art Show Peninsula Community Theatre 19 January

Sorrento Bay Swim Sorrento Foreshore

25 January

Red Hill free barbecue and Indigenous walks, corner Shoreham and Point Leo Road, Red Hill

26 January

Mount Martha Australia Day Swim Mount Martha Life Saving Club

For all Australia Day events please visit mornpen.vic.gov.au/australiaday For a full list of all Shire events including Christmas Carols, community markets and local music please see our website: mornpen.vic.gov.au/events Information is correct at time of printing.

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Shire tops for election promises - Gill Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au DAVID Gill sees the influence Mornington Peninsula Shire had on the May 2018 federal election as one of council’s main achievements during his time as mayor. He says “advocacy” by the shire during the election campaign led to the “winning party” making “project promises” of $175 million. Cr Gill, pictured, credits the shire with achieving “the largest number of project promises ever secured in a local government campaign”. The seat of Flinders was won for the Liberal Party by Greg Hunt, who has held the seat since being first elected in 2001. Cr Gill made his comments at the shire’s 12 November annual meeting, which saw Cr Sam Hearn elected to take over the mayor’s role. Speaking later to The News, Cr Gill criticised the state government for not being tougher on jet skis. The shire wanted to set aside areas for jet skis on some beaches and banning them from mixing with swimmers elsewhere. Instead, the government has opted to allow jet skis near swimmers throughout the shire, but ordering them to drive to deeper water in a straight line from the beach. “The government says they have to go straight out, but that’s a joke. There’s no one to enforce it,” Cr Gill said. “The government’s trumpeting this like it’s a great new deal, but it’s already in the law and being ignored. “They’re treating jet skis the same as paddle boards.” Cr Gill was also disappointed that the state government was not taking any action to prevent the “too dangerous” activity of jumping off the cliffs at The Pillars, Mt Martha. He remains optimistic (“although we’re not home and hosed”) that Planning Minister Richard Wynne will agree to amending planning rules to

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“protect” the peninsula’s 42 towns and the green wedge. If the shire succeeds in having a “bulk declaration” of an 80kph speed limit on most roads throughout the peninsula it would be a highlight of his term as mayor and “undoubtedly save lives”. “It’s something that has never happened before,” he said. “It can’t cover all unmade roads [where the default speed limit is 100kph], as that would require a change of legislation.” In his “outgoing speech” to the annual meeting Cr Gill said another highlight of his mayoral term had been seeing the Port of Hastings Authority release 400 hectares of “long idle port-related industrial land for proposed job creating uses in the Hastings and Somerville areas “. Work began on the Rosebud aquatic centre and new rules for “party houses” meant property owners could be prosecuted for irresponsible behaviour. Council’s signing of a small business charter was “a great deal for local businesses”. Cr Gill was pleased with $300,000 from the federal government to “kick off the feasibility of using recycled water from the South East outfall to assist farmers, firefighting, sports grounds and the environment”. The Better Buses campaign and declaration of a climate emergency had been well received, as was the shire’s decision to progressively implement a ban on plastics and smoking on council lands and its commitment to use 100 per cent renewable energy by 2021 and have no carbon emissions by 2040. Cr Gill said his year as mayoyhad also seen the introduction of “strategies to empower our Indigenous residents”, including displaying Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander flags in the council chamber. Other plans and strategies to have long term effects, included those for gender equality, arts and culture, and a shire-wide heritage review.

NEPEAN MP Chris Brayne has lost his licence for three months after being caught by police driving at 108kph in an 80kph zone. Mr Brayne had just turned 25 when he became the state’s youngest serving MP when elected last November. His win was hailed as a major victory for Labor which gained a valuable foothold on the Liberal-dominated Mornington Peninsula. Nepean had been held for 14 years by former minister Martin Dixon, whose former office manager Russell Joseph was expected to easily win the seat. Sportsbet offered $16 for a Labor win and $1.01 for the Liberals. The loss of Mr Brayne’s licence could be embarrassing for the Labor government which is being pressured by Mornington Peninsula Shire to lower speed limits across the peninsula which has witnessed a record 14 roads deaths so far this year. Mr Brayne took to Facebook the morning after being booked, saying he was not drunk or had been taking drugs. “I am deeply sorry. Road safety is a collective responsibility and I have let my community and colleagues down,” Mr Brayne posted on Facebook. “I have the utmost respect for Victoria Police and I thank those members who enforce road safety every day. “There are no excuses for dangerous lapses in concentration on our roads, and I take full responsibility for my actions. “As a Member of Parliament, I believe in setting a positive example for my community – especially for young people. I will continue to work hard for my community every single day.” Mr Brayne did not return a call from The News. Keith Platt

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DESPITE its lack of surf, Rye pier in Port Phillip was the beach of choice on Saturday for a board-based protest against plans by Norwegian oil-giant Equinor's to drill for oil in the Great Australian Bight. One of the Mornington Peninsula’s organisers, Asha Bainbridge, estimated about 350 people were at Rye for the Fight for the Bight protest, one of 40 being held around Australia. Markus Tschech, of the Surfrider Foundation, said protesters were concerned about the irreversible consequences of an oil spill “not just on Australia’s southern coastline, but on the peninsula”. “Equinor’s own worst-case spill modelling shows a spill could have devastating impacts along the entire south coast of Australia, from Margaret River in Western Australia right around to Port Macquarie in New South Wwales, including Tasmania,” he said. “An oil spill could be catastrophic for local fisheries and towns on the peninsula that rely on our pristine beaches for tourism. “Even a minor spill could have irreversible consequences since 85 per cent of the species found in the Bight are found nowhere else on Earth.” Mr Tschech Equinor had twice failed to satisfy the regulator that it “can prevent and manage an oil spill, protect marine life and adequately consult if it is allowed to conduct deep-sea drilling in the Bight. The Fight for the Bight campaign by the Surfrider Foundation Australia and Great Australian Bight Alliance is supported by Maladiction Longboarders, the Wilderness Society, Patagonia and Sea Shepherd. Keith Platt

TAKING part in the Tidy Towns Sustainable Communities competition was a “really positive experience” for students at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Crib Point. The awards aim to “encourage, motivate and celebrate sustainability achievements of rural and regional communities across Australia”. Each year regional and state winners are announced between August and October. The school’s grade 3/4s Sea is my Best Friend project was a finalist in the Active Schools category. It aimed to teach and connect them to the local environment, Jacks and Woolleys Beaches and nature reserves. Students learned about Western Port Bay being a Ramsar site and its importance for migratory birds. They connected with conservation groups, including the Western Port Biosphere, and a puppeteer who taught them how to make puppets to tell stories. From this, walks down to the beach, classroom research, and using further information from rangers, they made puppets using recycled materials of the migratory shorebirds and produced videos with their puppets highlighting the importance of caring for and conserving the ecosystem. The Sustainability Team of grade 5/6 students won the Waste Management, Resource Recovery and Litter Management categories. They worked to improve the school’s waste management and resource recovery systems, and campaigned through the newsletter and assemblies to encourage behavioural change around the packaging of lunches with a “nude food” initiative.

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STUDENTS and teachers at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Crib Point show the certificates they received for their entries in this year’s Tidy Towns Sustainable Communities competition. Picture: Yanni

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“He asked, ‘Are you going to rescue me?’” “I said, ‘Yes. When the next big wave comes let go and jump in the water. He was a brave boy and he did. It was his first swim for the season and it was cold in.” Senior Constable Morris said it took them five minutes to swim 20 metres to a ladder about 70 metres from shore. They were helped up by lifesavers. An ambulance crew waiting near the beach took the man to Frankston Hospital. Senior Constable Morris was also involved in a rescue in November 2016. “I don’t know what it is about November,” she said. “People are often keen to have their first swim of the year and they are not ready for it.”

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Motorcycle fatal at Hastings A MOTORCYCLIST died after slamming into the rear of a Subaru Outback station wagon in Hastings, Monday night 18 November. Police and emergency services were called to Hodgins Road following reports of the collision about 10.25pm. The Honda CBR 1000RR was a mass of twisted metal at the side of the road and the back of the Subaru was extensively damaged. Police said the dead man was a 33-year-old from Frankston North but it was too early to determine the cause of the crash which occurred between Boes and Coolart roads. The driver of the Subaru was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Anyone who witnessed, or who has dashcam footage, of the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at crimestoppersvic.com.au

P-plater off the road MORNINGTON police conducting Operation Proper on The Esplanade near King Street, Friday night 15 November, pulled over a green P-plater for a test. She proved positive. The 32-year-old, of Rosebud, was taken back to the police station where she blew 0.158. Her licence was suspended and she will receive a summons to appear in court. Her car was impounded for 30 days with a release fee of $1315. “If you are alcohol or drug affected, don’t drive. It’s that simple,” Senior Constable Greg Wolfe, of Somerville CIU, said.

Cars stolen in raid BURGLARS entered a Mt Eliza house through an unlocked garage door and stole keys to two BMWs in the garage, overnight 16-17 November. They drove off in a white 125i model, registration number 1DK5PY, and a blue 320i (ZOA069) from the Manna Hill Court property while the owners were asleep. The total value of the cars is $55,000. The haul was among a series of thefts in Mt Eliza over the weekend. A set of speakers was stolen from the garage of a house in Buloke Close after thieves found a remote control in an unlocked car. The owners heard a loud bang at one stage and turned on the lights and the offenders ran away. The speakers are valued at $250. Mornington Peninsula CIU is also looking into reports of cars being broken into in Sea

Crash scene: The wrecked motorbike on the side of Hodgins Road, Hastings, top, and the damaged Subaru Outback, above. Pictures: Gary Sissons

Haze Court, Volitans Avenue and Angus Court over the weekend. CCTV footage from one property shows two offenders walking along a street trying door handles and stealing whatever they find inside. “If you leave a garage remote control in a car it’s like leaving them they key,” Detective Peter Drake said.

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The art of living well in the face of adversity OBITUARY

Dorothy Burstow 1925-2019 Artist By Fran Henke HASTINGS artist Dorothy Burstow used to wonder why her family had been through so much misery and suffering. She came to understand that surviving Ireland’s “troubles”, the Depression, illness and war, was preparation for life. “I have been so lucky. The Depression (for example) meant nothing to us. It was continuation of our normal existence,” Mrs Burstow, who died on Wednesday 13 November, said in 2009. Born Dorothy Sproule in Belfast in 1925, on their way to hospital her parents were challenged by police for breaking a curfew, imposed during the troubles (between Catholics and Protestants). The couple was only allowed to proceed when the emergency was communicated – and that wasn’t simple. Her mother and father were deaf and could not speak; they went on to have six girls and a boy. The first sad loss was one of Dorothy’s sisters, aged eight, to tuberculosis. “She was such a pretty girl with dark hair and blue eyes; there was no streptomycin then to treat it,” she said. At nine, Dorothy was hurt in an accident; her right knee was damaged and later the kneecap developed tuberculosis. She was to spend the next five years in and out of hospital. Her mother regularly travelled from one side of Belfast to the other on

DOROTHY Burstow, right, with her daughter Anne Duncan. Picture: Frane Henke city trams. “Then, enemy aircraft interrupted the flow of life,” Dorothy said. “The target was the Belfast shipyards. The children’s hospital was evacuated to a country house, but still on the enemy’s flight path, in the way of bombs.” Always a storyteller and poet, Dorothy invented stories to calm children strapped in their beds as glass and shrapnel fell. “Dad went to the hospital and

demanded I be allowed to come home. The rest of the family had evacuated to our uncle’s farm.” Dorothy was proud of her father, a master painter and decorator who, as an apprentice, worked on the Titanic. Nine years later, a surgeon convinced Dorothy, dogged by arthritis in her knee, to have the cap replaced and try to earn a living. Her first job was with a society photographer in Belfast. Her elder sister Norah convinced her

to do an art course at Belfast Technical College. Norah decided to move to Australia, joined by Dorothy and younger sister Hazel. “It was a restless time in Ireland. Men and women were coming back from war service looking for employment. Many used to war service in the Far East, hated the bleakness of home after sunnier climates and were emigrating to Australia, South Africa

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Friends make it to a memorable milestone Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au

A GROUP of nine women who have grown up together over the past 75 years enjoy nothing better than getting together fortnightly on the Mornington Peninsula. Elaine and Anne Madill, Elaine Haynes, Lorraine Scott, Judith Tindale, Rose Martin, Thelma Morgan, June Hill and Dorothy Evans wouldn’t miss their “girls’ day” lunches for the world. Last week they celebrated 60 years of meeting for lunch at the home of one of their friends’ daughters, Sue Fontana, at Mt Eliza. Two of the women started prep together, and five met up at primary school before joining the Highett Ladies Basketball Club and the Moorabbin National Fitness Club as teenagers. Elaine Haynes and Rose Martin, the first to have babies, started meeting for lunch fortnightly at each other’s homes. The group grew to include their old friends, with the women and their growing number of children catching up for lunch each fortnight. The women live at Rosebud, Baxter, Frankston, Cheltenham, and Rowville. Two live interstate, but still make an effort to catch up on special occasions, such as the 60th anniversary. Ms Haynes said members of the group were “all very proud” of their long-lasting friendships. “Of course, we’ve all had our ups

and downs and periods of grieving, but we have always been there for one another,” she said. “Perhaps the most important thing between us all is that there has never been a cross word spoken.” Making their friendships and companionship easier has been the fact that their husbands all get on well, too, with several working together at a large removals company. Ms Haynes said members of the group often holidayed together. “When the kids were little we’d do picnics, or go to the zoo. Then, when they got a little bit older, we would all meet fortnightly at each other’s homes. “We’d get the children their lunch and afterwards put them to bed for their afternoon sleep and then we’d sit down and have a scrumptious lunch together. “When they got older and were doing their own thing we started going to the Baxter Hotel, because it was halfway from everyone and we love it.” Another of Ms Hayne’s daughters, Cheryle, said: “It’s been a fantastic milestone for them all, and we’ve been brought up on their friendships as a sort of extended family. We call all the women ‘aunty’.” The actual number of “girls’ days” the women have enjoyed takes some calculating. They usually have a break in January but then go back into their usual routine in the first week of the school term, making the total about 1300.

Girls get together: The “girls” include Elaine Madill, Anne Madill, Elaine Haynes, Lorraine Scott, Judith Tindale, Rose Martin, Thelma Morgan, June Hill and Dorothy Evans and Pat Rolls at Mount Eliza last week. (Picture: Yanni) and, right, at one of their early gatherings (Picture: Supplied)

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To arrange your site inspection contact David Nelli 0403 111 234 or at the office on 5979 2700 Email: david@peninsulaparklands.com.au mpnews.com.au

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HISTORIC EDWARDIAN SPLENDOUR WITH MODERN CONVENIENCES OCCUPYING a special place in the history of Rosebud â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the property was the first home to be listed in the local telephone directory - Woyna House was constructed in 1912 and is set on a superb 1087 square metre just moments to the Capel Sound foreshore. At first sight you are treated to a charming weatherboard faĂ§ade and well-landscaped grounds, alive with colour from rose bushes, maples and magnolias, that surround the authentic period home, and upon entering you feel first-hand the glorious space that only genuine 3.65 metre (12 feet) ceilings can produce. Complete with stained leadlight windows, solid Baltic timber floors and wrap around verandah, buyers are quickly transported back to a time when homes were built to last. Woyna House has had an extensive makeover; there have been major improvements to the kitchen, dining area and lounge and structural work including stumping, electrical wiring and plumbing has all been completed, so buyers can certainly purchase with some assurances here. The modern kitchen is tucked into a sunny corner of the home with a wonderful view of the gardens available through a servery window. Gleaming stone countertops and crisp white cabinets give the space a clean, inviting ambience and appliances include a dishwasher and a stainless-steel oven with gas cook top. There is adjoining dining area and family room with gas log fire that opens to the verandah through a set of French doors. A handsome formal lounge could possibly serve as a large guest bedroom in addition to the stunning master bedroom which showcases beautiful leadlight doors and a bay window. Two more bedrooms each have their own distinct style, and all share the bathroom with original claw-foot bath. Blending Edwardian elegance with contemporary 21st century trends, this charming home is a fantastic opportunity to own a property of distinction in a sought-after beachside location.n

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$487,000 - $535,000

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• 4 bedrooms; master with large walk in robe and ensuite • 3 living areas including formal lounge • Ducted heating plus two split system air-conditioning units • Large modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances • Large undercover alfresco entertainment area • Double garage

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$1,490,000 - $1,590,000

CENTRAL, QUIET AND SPACIOUS • Two bedrooms • Open plan living area • Separate dining area • Kitchen with plenty of bench/cupboard space • Single lock up garage • Courtyard at rear

THE ULTIMATE LIFESTYLE PROPERTY • Massive 43 square home on 3.3 acres (approx) • Two ensuite bathrooms + powder room • Open-plan family meals area opening to alfresco • Floating floors, carpets to bedrooms and tiled bathrooms and laundry. • 9” vaulted ceilings in foyer

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PRACTICAL, SPACIOUS AND PRESENTABLE • Three bedrooms; master with WIR & en-suite • Light and bright open plan living and dining area • Kitchen with plenty of bench/cupboard space • Gas ducted heating, reverse cycle cooling • Outdoor patio • Double lock up garage

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$585,000 - $629,0000

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SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME • 4 bedrooms; master with WIR and ensuite • Separate living areas with open plan dining • Spacious kitchen with premium Bosch appliances • Outdoor alfresco area with cafe blinds • Double garage with extra parking for trailer • Established gardens and fruit trees

GREAT FAMILY HOME WITH THREE LIVING AREAS • 4 bedrooms; master with ensuite and WIR • Kitchen with dishwasher and pantry • Alfresco entertaining area • 631 sqm (approx) block, fenced front & back • Double roller door garage with concrete drive • Leased until March 2020.

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• 4BR family home; all bedrooms with walk-in robes • Master bedroom with ensuite • Two seperate living areas • Kitchen with gas cook top and dishwasher • Entertainment area and spacious backyard • Gas ducted heating and air-conditioning

1/109 High St, Hastings, VIC 3915 03 5979 4412 | enquiries@baywestrealestate.com.au baywestrealestate.com.au

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INTRODUCING

W AT E R F A L L G A R D E N S ROSEBU D

Photo is indicative only.

A boutique community of luxury, 3 bedroom single level homes. These residences, in the heart of an established neighbourhood in Rosebud, set the scene for a new enclave of luxurious living. Combining

All homes feature:

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Premium finishes including stone benchtops Quality appliances Master with WIR & ensuite 6 star energy rating Low maintenance living

cosmopolitan inner-city styling with a sublime coastal setting, located opposite Bay Views Golf Course and only a short drive to Rosebud beach. Development by:

F r o m $ 5 9 9, 0 0 0

D is p l a y s u it e loc at e d a t 69 Hov e Roa d , Ro s e b u d Open Wednesday 5 - 5.30pm 5 - 5.30pm Thursday Saturday As Advertised or By Appointment

F O R M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N P L E AS E C O N TAC T:

Robert Bowman: 0417 173 103 robert@bowmanandcompany.com.au

Darren Sadler: 0448 947 622 darren.sadler@granger.com.au

69-77 Hove Road & 59 Fairway Grove, Rosebud

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Santa has just called asking if there are any kids wanting a letter posted to them from the North Pole this year for Christmas?

Simply provide us with your name, address, phone number and the names of the children who would like to receive the letter. Email details to hastings@obrienrealestate.com.au by December 18. Our gift to your family this Christmas.

Warmest wishes. From all of us at OBrien Real Estate, we wish you and your loved ones a wonderful festive season and a safe and happy new year. To all of our clients that we’ve been privileged to work with over the past year, our sincerest thank you for your support. Christmas closure dates. Wednesday 25th of December – Closed Thursday 26th of December – Closed Wednesday 1st of January – Closed

Hastings 4/82 High Street 5979 8833 obrienrealestate.com.au

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AGENTS CHOICE

BEACHSIDE APARTMENT WITH VIEWS BALNARRING 11 Island View Close OPULENT COASTAL HAVEN WITH BAY VIEWS Positioned just minutes from the beach, Balnarring Village, schools and transport. n Generous kitchen featuring stone bench tops, Miele dishwasher and wall oven. n Sprawling entertaining area complete with spa and an open fireplace. n Child friendly lawns and landscaped gardens. n

Auction: Saturday, 7th December at 2:30pm Terms: 10% Deposit, Settlement negotiable up to 60 days Inspect: Saturday 2:00-2:30pm

5979 2489

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64 High Street, Hastings www.robertsandgreen.com.au

EXECUTIVE-style elegance in the heart of Mornington awaits with this spacious apartment â&#x20AC;&#x201C; part of the exclusive Sutton Grange complex - that delivers a life of rare privilege and convenience, with Shire Hall Beach and Main Street just moments away. Beautifully appointed to reflect the prestige of this sought-after address, the home has three levels that offer both privacy and practicality. From the ground floor there are two bedrooms - both with air conditioning and built-in robes- that share a bathroom and a spacious rumpus room that opens out to a paved terrace. Level 1 has the laundry and a powder room plus a useful home office or second living room on a mezzanine that looks down to the ground floor rumpus. At the very top is an elegant kitchen with stone bench tops and Miele appliances, there is an adjoining dining area for the family to come together and an intriguing split level lounge that opens to an alfresco deck creates spaces perfect for families of any age. There is secure basement parking for two vehicles and a lift that takes you up to level 1. This landmark building, part of the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history since 1877 offers premium apartment living for a permanent basis or for luxurious weekend escapes.n

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ADDRESS: 12/14 Tanti Avenue, MORNINGTON FOR SALE: $1,190,000 - $1,290,000 DESCRIPTION: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car AGENT: James Crowder 0407 813 377, Communty Real Estate, 7/20-22 Ranelagh Drive, Mount Eliza, 9708 8667

14 Bridge Street,

Balnarring Beach

SOLD

Awash with the afterglow of a breathtaking total refurbishment that marries sophisticated urban chic with a Zen-like atmosphere, this beachside beauty captures the laidback essence of coastal living infused with a glamorous cosmopolitan aesthetic. Set behind an electronic gated entry on a 947sqm parcel spilling down to Merricks Creek with pastoral land beyond, the property enjoys wonderful tranquility on the edge of the green wedge, with Balnarring Beach and Tulum General Store just a short walk away.

2385 Frankston-Flinders Road,

Bittern Cottage

Private Sale

178a Pearcedale Road, Pearcedale

Steeped in local history and uniquely positioned with main road frontage, ideal for a business or tourism venture, Bittern Cottage has been a landmark for more than a century. Built in 1915 as the homestead for a rural property and more recently run as a popular French provincial restaurant, the Victorian-style building retains its original features with open fireplaces, formal rooms, a delightful front veranda and colourful traditional gardens.

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SECLUDED MANOR A private enclave of epic proportions with 10 manicured acres, a sprawling six-bedroom manor home complete with flood-lit tennis court all affording a life of luxury and serenity. This remarkable oasis will accommodate the largest of families in style. From the imposing columned entry to the sandstone-paved entertaining terrace large enough to host a wedding, this impressive residence has been crafted to cater for every occasion. Three vast living zones include a meals and family room beside an incredible kitchen featuring granite benches, Smeg oven and induction cooktop, built-in microwave and coffee machine. Three bedrooms are set near a large rumpus room with kitchenette and bathroom, there is a sumptuous formal lounge and dining room which connects to the master bedroom and study. All the living areas open to the verandah that steps down to the paved courtyard.

Ian Johnson 0490 042 458

2996 Frankston-Flinders Road, BALNARRING mpnews.com.au

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INDUSTRY NEWS For Sale

580 Ballarto Road, Skye

Private Lifestyle Property

ALL SMILES - Michael Crowder (L) and Matt Nichols (R) proudly display their 2019 REIV marketing awards

WIN NUMBER 37 FOR NICHOLS CROWDER AT 2019 REIV AWARDS FOR the 14th consecutive year, Nichols Crowder has been recognised at industry level for their innovative and effective marketing campaigns. At the recent 2019 REIV Commercial and Industrial awards night, Nichols Crowder were a winner in the best campaign by a small agency category, and were finalists in two other categories. The win brings the total tally of awards to 37. “Each year we are enormously proud of the highly effective marketing campaigns we prepare for our clients.” Michael Crowder said “ The fact that we deliver these results year after year is reassuring to both our clients and our team of the difference we make in achieving a great result.”n

Huge family home situated on 30 acres* of land 5 bedrooms, 3 with BIR’s and large master with ensuite 3 bathrooms 2 kitchens 2 studies 12 x 6m* Colorbond machine shed 10.5 x 5.5m* 3 car brick carport In-ground swimming pool

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THE PENINSULA’S ONLY EXCLUSIVELY COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE AGENT Business Sale - Mornington

For Sale - Mornington Mornington Freehold

Prominent Main Street Cafe • Long standing café in Mornington • Catering for breakfast / lunch trade • Located beach end of Main Street • Currently doing 60 kgs of coffee pw • Time to sell and return to the corporate world

• Quality Investment opportunity • Located in the busy industrial area with easy access to Mornington Tyabb Rd and Watt Rd • Factory of approx. 360sqm with 120sqm carport • Onsite parking plus street parking • Situated opposite popular café

Sale Price: $940,000 Contact: Andrew Walsh 0419 889 353

Business Sale - Mornington

For Sale - Mornington Peninsula

Thanks Albert MUST BE SOLD

Electrical Business • Well established electrical company based on the Mornington Peninsula • Ideal opportunity for someone looking to start their own business • Sale includes motor vehicle, plant and equipment, social media shout outs, pricelists, accounting software and data base • Vendor moving overseas

• Prominent Main Street location • Currently trading as a licensed hamburger restaurant • Massive, well equipped, full commercial kitchen • Seating for 55 in, 40 in beer garden & 10 on foot path • Beautifully renovated upstairs residence • $350,000 spent on fitout

Sale Price: $65,000 Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Sale Price: $120,000 Fit Out Only Contact: Andrew Walsh 0419 889 353

For Lease - Mornington

Business Sale - Mount Eliza Brood Cafe

Factory / Warehouse

• Perfectly positioned café in the heart of Mt Eliza • Exceptional new fit out with large commercial kitchen • This business ticks all the boxes so move quickly • Solid takings and great lease package • Liquor Licence

• Located in busy Industrial Estate • Showroom of approx. 250sqm • Secure, fully fenced premises with onsite parking • Roller door access • Kitchen and toilet facilities

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Lease Price: $3,200pcm+GST+OG Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Sale Price: $265,000 + SAV Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

For Lease - Frankston

Showroom

Business Sale - Hastings

Business Sale - Rosebud

Business Sale - Mornington

Indoor Play Centre

• Visible corner location • Ideally suited as a showroom for retail or wholesale • Lettable area of approx. 582sqm • Reasonable rent and long lease on offer • Rear roller door with off street loading bay

• Outstanding reviews on social media • Specialising in birthday parties and private hires • Currently open 6 days with scope for 7 day trading • Additional 260sqm currently in planning stage of rebuild

Lease Price: $4,806pcm+GST+OG Contact: Andrew Walsh 0419 889 353

Sale Price: $450,000 Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Business Sale - Sorrento

Sale Price: $350,000 + SAV Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Indoor Sports Centre

• State of the Art Indoor Sports Centre • Established for 11 years and provides organised competitions for netball, cricket and soccer • Fully licenced sports bar • Major inflatable area hosting around 800 birthday parties per year Sale Price: $595,000 WIWO Contact: Andrew Walsh 0419 889 353

Business Sale - Rosebud

Rosebud Milkbar & Takeaway

• Long standing business of over 60 years • Situated opposite Rosebud Secondary College • Great business with excellent equipment • Great lease and reasonable rent • Included on premises is a 2BR dwelling •Perfect for husband and wife team Sale Price: $129,000 WIWO Contact: Andrew Walsh 0419 889 353

Properties For Lease

OFFICES FOR LEASE ( Mornington unless specified)

FlatBlk Boutique Cafe

• Well established business with regular clientele • Cute and quirky small heritage listed space • Great for an owner operator as it’s easy to run • Potential to increase to 7 day tradingperiod • No. 9 tram included makes a great conversation piece Sale Price: $89,950 + SAV Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

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Bang Bang Pizza

• Great location, opposite beach, plenty of foot traffic • Computerised with database of 4,000 customers • Excellent rent of $2,585pcm+GST+OG • Turnover of $400,000pa • Open 5pm-9pm seven days per week Sale Price: $95,000 WIWO Contact: Andrew Walsh 0419 889 353

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1/486 Nepean Hwy Frankston – 220sqm $3,000pcm+GST+OG

Jukes Takeaway

• Busy takeaway business with as new fitout • Open 7 days a week from 11.30am till 8.30pm • Great location on busy Pt Nepean Road • Reasonable rent with great lease package

SHOPS FOR LEASE 12 Blake Street – 70sqm 5/117-133 Main Street - 164sqm 113A Nepean Hwy, Seaford - 60sqm St Andrews Beach – 180m2 14 Progress Street, 250m2

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Cracks appear in ‘developer’s wall’ VICROADS is fixing hundreds of cracks in the retaining wall at the northern end of the Marine Drive underpass at Safety Beach. The wall and underpass were built and paid for by the developer of the Martha Cove marina and housing development before being handed over to VicRoads and the Martha Cove owners’ corporation. VicRoads says sealing the cracks will “minimise the risk of corrosion of steel in the walls”. The owners’ corporation says a “cathodic protection system designed to check condition and ensure corrosion of concrete reinforcing steel is minimised” will be installed in the underpass. Mornington-based Watsons, described as a one-stop planning shop, says it acted in the “superintendent’s role” in the design and construction of the underpass.

The company’s director, John Woodman, featured prominently in the first week of hearings by the Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC) into alleged crooked land deals within the City of Casey. Mr Woodman told the hearing he had negotiated at Martha Cove with an Aboriginal group whose members were “more keen to bolster their bank balance than they were in finding artefacts”. Mr Woodman unsuccessfully stood for Mornington Peninsula Shire Council in 2012 and 2016. The IBAC hearings - which have so far centred around developments involving Mr Woodman within Casey and donations and payments to councillors and state MPs - are set to continue for a further two weeks. Keith Platt

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Selfish, destructive vandals are out and about in Hastings

By all means continue to collect our garbage and clean the car parks and the general area near our pier. Otherwise, stay out. Who was the donkey who suggested cutting the double lanes in and out of Rye down to one lane and other daft ideas? Cliff Ellen, Rye

I notice with much sadness that the feral vandals of Hastings have been on the rampage again. A few weeks ago Mornington Peninsula Shire Council took the trouble to plant several trees along Queens Road, Hastings. Within a week they had been smashed and ripped apart. These trees were planted by council to replace trees that had suffered the same fate from these idiots several months ago. What kicks do they get out of vandalising other people’s property and scrawling eyesore idiotic rubbish everywhere? Why? Our shire council has spent a few million dollars of taxpayer money to beautify this area, but these morons want none of it. Again, why? Please do not tell me they are bored. Hastings has a beautiful park to play in; bike paths; a bike and skateboard ramp; a swimming pool and lots more. We have beautiful local beaches. Most of these kids/youths would have the use of the latest technology and computer games. Hastings has a wonderful well-stocked library. They can purchase drawing pads, pencils and paints from the many cheap shops if they enjoy scribbling. There is absolutely no reason to be bored. And please, not the “underprivileged” label. These vandals would have no idea what the word means. They are not venting anger, but the selfish attitude of destructive pleasure. My sympathies are with Jet Nye of Kings Creek Hotel who offered a $1000 reward to find vandals who defaced a portable sign advertising meals at his hotel. Jackie Herron, Hastings

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Reliable government Catastrophic. Unprecedented. Worst conditions ever seen. Sometimes I think that those in the loony left live in a time bubble and only pop out when it suits. How’s this from the left’s resident expert on all things climatic, Greta Thornburg:

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“If anyone tells you this is a normal cycle or that we have had fires like this before, smile politely and walk away because they don’t know what they are talking about.” Perhaps if she had stayed in class like most 15 year olds she may have learnt about the Black Saturday fires where 173 people lost their lives; Ash Wednesday fires where 75 died; the 1968 Blue Mountains fires that burned from September to November and killed 14; 1939 Black Friday fires that killed 71; or our largest recorded fire in 1851, that burnt a quarter of Victoria. But she didn’t stop there. She also pointed to “unprecedented” flooding in Venice. Once again a lack of schooling let’s her down as this is the sixth time in 1600 years that St Marks Basilica has been flooded, the last time 50 years ago at 1.93 metres with the highest level reached over 200 years ago at 1.96m. This latest flood reached 1.87m. Yes, we need to take action on climate change, but we also need to be told the truth not leftist garbage. I’d rather believe the Morrison government and it’s advisors that are factoring in economics and supply above hysteria than “look at me mum, I’m on telly” kids to guide us into the future. Michael. G Free, Mt Martha

Leave Rye alone Mornington Peninsula Shire is reviewing the existing conditions of the Rye commercial centre and has developed draft urban design guidelines to provide clear design guidance for future development of private land within the Rye commercial core. Doesn’t that all sound wonderful, peachy in fact? We have until 15 December to comment online. I can sum it up to save us all the mental stress. Leave us alone. You have your jet skis and anything else you lump on to Rye to please your councillors.

I applaud Frankston councillors for protecting our valued green wedges and voting against further investigations to rezone this land to industry (“Land needed for jobs” Letters 19/11/19). Ginevra Hosking wrote that it is possible to have quality green wedges and local high-tech industrial jobs. Indeed, it is. The savings generated through this vote could be invested into regenerating Frankston’s other industrial precincts, so they too have a chance to thrive like the Carrum Downs industrial precinct, without the need to chip away at the green wedges. Yes, we want to leave the next generation with a stronger Frankston economy, but not at the expense of environmental or social outcomes. Kylie Culshaw, Seaford

Freedoms at risk The democratic dictator [prime minister Scott] Morrison and his dystopian government is rapidly moving us toward a totalitarian political regime. Tyranny and oppression abound: using federal police to raid the homes of reporters who report government misdeeds; jailing whistleblowers for the same; and perverting journalistic freedom with their freedom of information policies. And now trying to implement new laws to stop citizens from protesting for a better world. Morrison claims that citizens with a point of view are out to “deny the liberties of Australians”. Never a word or action to criticise the corporate mafia, their lobby groups and peak bodies from spewing disinformation, fake news, and outright lies (tobacco, asbestos, Exxon-USA, Ford’s Pinto memo and, oh yes, the banks). Seems it is OK for the government to speak out about those they want boycotted (Morrison Westpac; David Littleproud - “boycott Aldi and

Coles”). We should keep in mind two quotes by anthropologist Margret Mead: “Never ever depend upon institutions or government to solve any problem. All social movements are founded by, guided by, motivated by and seen through by the passion of individuals”, and “Never believe that a few caring people can’t change the world. For, indeed, that’s all who ever have”. This Dystopian democratic dictatorship continues to erode the most basic tenants of freedom and spits in the face of democracy. This totalitarian democratic dictatorship is interested in only big bucks, with no room for social conscience or social justice at all. The constitution of the US, in its First Amendment, guarantees that Congress will “make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.” Joe Lenzo, Safety Beach

No ‘emergency’ I note that the new mayor of Frankston, Cr Sandra Mayer, proposes that her council declare a “climate emergency”. One presumes that Cr Mayer is responding (in a heartfelt manner, surely) to the recently published climate emergency report supposedly signed by 11000 scientists, including (I kid you not) those wellknown climatologists Mickey Mouse and Annie Aardvark. For all we know, Donald Duck, Elmer Fudd and Yosemite Sam may also have signed. Unfortunately, this report is just another on top of 41 doomsday predictions made by alarmists over the last 50 years, not one of which has come true. Are we expected to allow C r Mayer to initiate costly, ineffective, meaningless expenditure in Frankston, pursuing the pipe dream of climate control? No thanks. I will be furious if the Mayor persuades Council to spend one cent of ratepayers’ money on this virtue-signalling nonsense. Michael Long, Frankston

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Captain Bruce’s speech plunged into darkness Compiled by Cameron McCullough PERHAPS no community in the State has suffered greater inconvenience, and annoyance through inadequate lighting than the town of Frankston. The grievance is one of long standing and although repeated assurances have been given that cause for complaint would be remedied the users of electric light are still minus a satisfactory service. The experience at Capt Bruce’s meeting in the Frankston Hall last Tuesday night was not one calculated to reflect credit on the town. When the candidate was about half way through his speech the electric light suddenly failed and the hall was plunged into absolute darkness. Capt Bruce, showing no sign of being disconcerted, continued to address his large audience and his hearers showed approval by encouraging cries of ‘Carry on’. The chairman made the best use of a box of matches, and when these became exhausted someone handed up an electric bull’s eye which served to make the darkness visible. Then Capt. Sherlock endeavored to light the gas jets, but the mantles appeared to be missing and the light did not penetrate further than the stage. It is contended that no blame attaches to the Electric Light Co for the failure on Tuesday night. The theory is advanced that a wire “fused” – a mishap likely to happen to the best regulated supplies. Perhaps this explanation is the correct one. But it is not the first time that audiences in the local hall have had similar experiences and the repetitions is becoming tedious, not to say intolerable.

The Progress Association intend to bring the matter under the notice of the Shire Council. *** MR. M. J. Canny, who has been appointed Outdoor Traffic Superintendent at the Railway Department, is well known in Frankston, and spends much of his time here in the summer months. His many friends offer congratulations on his appointment to such an important post. *** IT is not generally known that Mr. George Shepherd, of Somerville, has submitted his resignation as a justice of the peace to the Attorney-General. His action will be regretted by all who know him and are acquainted with his long and honourable career in the public life of the district. *** THE flags were flying in Frankston on Tuesday to welcome Pte. Bert Wilson who has just returned from abroad, bringing his bride with him. He is a brother of Mrs. D. Pietrie and Mrs. J. Williams. *** MR. James Grice. J.P. (president of the Frankston Agricultural and Pastoral Society ), is anxious that the Lieut.Governor (Sir William Irvine) who at one time represented this district in the House of Representatives, should open the show on the 15th January next. The unanimous wish of the committee was that the ceremony should be carried out by Mr Grice, but in deference to his expressed desire, it is likely that the Lieut.-Governor will be asked to attend the function. *** TONIGHT (Friday) a welcome home to

a number of the boys recently returned from active service will take place at Frankston and tomorrow night a similar function will be held at the Recreation Hall, Langwarrin. *** ON Saturday 6th December a sale of gifts will be opened in the Recreation Hall, Langwarrin in aid of the Church of England Building Fund, commencing at 3 o’clock. In the evening an attractive programme will be submitted to conclude with a dance. See advertisement. *** HIGHLY satisfactory progress is being made by the Frankston Brass Band under the leadership of Bandmaster Blaskett. Practices are well attended and the players are all showing great interest and enthusiasm. New instruments costing something like £30 have been secured and with this addition the equipment is considered to be quite up-to-date. The band’s first appearance in public will be awaited with interest. *** THE monthly meeting of the Seaford progress association will be held tomorrow (Saturday) night when an interesting list of subjects will be submitted for debate. *** LAST Saturday evening a rare musical treat was afforded Frankston residents when the Richmond Presbyterian Church Choir rendered Maunder’s Cantata “Penitence Pardon and Peace” in the Frankston Mechanics’ Hall. The choir consisted of about 20 voices under the direction of Mr H. Da-

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It is probable that the main parts of the reticulation along the foreshore from Frankston to Mordialloc, and also, at Mornington will be ready for use before the close of the summer. The commission is now considering the advisability of meeting the requests for an extension of the scheme to a number of towns beyond Mornington. Preference, however, will be given to those centres where the local authorities have already agreed to take supplies. The chairman of the commission (Mr Cattanach) stated on Saturday that the scheme when completed will be one of the most extensive urban systems of supply. It will embrace twenty townships divided by long distances, but drawing supplies from the one source. The Bunyip River and its neighboring creeks are showing splendid flows, and there is no doubt that in the head waters there is a supply that will serve the present population of the Peninsula many times over. *** ON Monday last Frankston was visited by a large party of railway officials, including Mr Gilchrist, Chief Engineer, and Mr Moloney, Metropolitan Superintendent, who inspected the Frankston station and yards in connection with the electrification of the Frankston line. It took four motor cars to accommodate the draftsmen, and other members of the staff attending the officers above named. A stop was also made at Seaford where it is proposed to construct a sub-station. *** FROM the pages of the Mornington Standard, 28 November 1919

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vis and the principal parts were taken by Miss D. Earle and Mr R. Grant. *** MR J. Wyatt announces that he is commencing business as a butcher at Seaford and solicits a share of public patronage. Mr Wyatt who has erected new concrete premises on the main road near Howell’s Stores, intends running the business on up-to-date lines, and will stock small goods of every description as well as dairy produce. *** MR. James Grice presided at the fiftieth annual meeting of the Old Colonists’ Association of Victoria, which was held in the Town Hall on Monday last. At a special meeting prior to the general meeting Mr James Wright was elected as a trustee in place of the late Mr Herbert Power. Rule 40 of the association was amended so as to give donors of cottages prior to November 23, 1893 the right of nomination similar to that enjoyed by donors after that date. Messrs James Grice, Bland Holt, T. H. Payne, C. Salter and W. G. Sprigg, the five councillors, were re-elected. The balance sheet showed that the permanent and endowment funds amounted to £45,000 and from other sources the association would benefit to the extent of £20,000. It was stated that the association had invested in the Commonwealth War Loans. *** NOW that water is being supplied to the naval base Flinders, the Water Commission has been able to concentrate on the supplies to towns that will be served by the Mornington Peninsula scheme.

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Moorooduc thump Pearcedale, Mornington and Peninsula OB end in a tie PROVINCIAL

By Brodie Cowburn

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A BRILLIANT performance from Moorooduc has seen them claim an outright win over Pearcedale at home. Pearcedale were bowled out for just 110 in their first innings, which Moorooduc chased down with pace. Moorooduc ended up being bowled out for 222 off just 41 overs, allowing them another opportunity to take on Pearcedale’s batsmen. Pathum De Mel was Moorooduc’s best, smashing 7 sixes on his way to an entertaining total of 70. Pearcedale’s innings got off to a horror start when they lost their opening batsman for a duck off a run out. Things didn’t get much better for them as they were bowled out for 102, handing their opponents an outright victory. Heatherhill struggled badly in their clash against Red Hill on Saturday, being bowled out for just 69 runs. Chasing down 235 runs to win, Heatherhill got nowhere near it. Simon Dart was Red Hill’s best bowler, posting figures of 4/22. Heatherhill were made to follow on, but prevented further embarrassment by batting out the day without loss of wicket. A big 142 run partnership helped Somerville claim victory over Main Ridge last weekend. Chasing 133 to win, Somerville made quick work of it. Brenton Alp was in fine form and made 86 runs. Number three batsman Brad McDonald also impressed, scoring 80. Somerville passed their target with 9 wickets in hand.

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CARRUM have defeated Mt Martha in a low scoring affair at Roy Dore Reserve. Carrum set a total of 133 in the first innings, which may have proved a difficult total to defend in other circumstances. Luckily for them, their bowlers were in fine form. Mt Martha struggled badly with the bat, and ended up all out for only 95 runs. Shaun Foster was brilliant for Carrum, posting figures of 6/24 off 15

Down to the wire: Mornington and Peninsula OB both ended up on 247 runs when stumps were called. Picture: Alan Dillon

overs. At Belvedere Reserve, Seaford Tigers defended their first innings total of 239 against Hastings. Tom Burgdorf was the pick of the bowlers for the Tigers on day two, taking 5/27 off 12 overs to wipe out the tail end. Hastings were bowled out for 158, well and truly short of what they needed to win. Dromana had a good day at home on Saturday, playing host to Crib Point. Dromana scored 230 runs the weekend prior to set their opponents a difficult target to chase down. Crib Point started poorly and ended up at 3/27, which they could not recover from. Scott Clark came in late and scored a half century, but it wasn’t enough. His side was bowled out for 154.

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FRANKSTON YCW have claimed a thumping win over Rye away from home at RJ Rowley Reserve. YCW set 226 runs to win on day one, and Rye struggled badly to reach it. Outside of Cameron Dunn’s half century, there was little to celebrate for Rye. They were bowled out for 111. Rye came in for a second innings and struggled again, being bowled out just 75 this time. A score of 72 from Jayden Barker almost got Carrum Downs over the line against Boneo, but his side just fell short.

Chasing 221 to win, Carrum Downs’ run chase got off to a horror start when they lost both openers for ducks, Having to work from 2/0, they needed someone to stand up and be a hero. Number eight batsman Barker ended up being the star performer for Carrum Downs, but his efforts were too little too late. Carrum Downs ended up all out for 184, 37 runs short of a win. Skye weren’t able to chase down their target of 280 in their battle against Ballam Park last weekend. Skye were bowled out for 160 runs and made to follow on. They fared better in their second innings and scored 0/107, but were still handed a first innings loss. At Bunguyan Reserve, Tyabb easily defended their total of 253 against Balnarring. They bowled them out for 116.

NOTHING separated Peninsula OB and Mornington at the end of their two day clash, as they played out a thrilling tie. Old Boys were bowled out for 247 on day one, and looked to be in a good position to defend it. None of Mornington’s top order batsmen managed to have any effect on the game, leaving it all for the middle order and tail end to do. Number seven batsman Thomas Panich saved the day for Mornington, scoring 91 not out to help put their run chase back on track. He was helped by number nine batsman Kurt Nestor, who scored a half century. The game was poised to go down to the wire, with Mornington needing just a few runs to win with one wicket in hand. Unfortunately for them the clock worked against them, and when stumps was called they finished with a score of 9/247. The match was declared a tie. James La Brooy managed to claim a five wicket haul for Peninsula OB on day two. At Overport Park, Mt Eliza were able to defend their first innings total of 253 against Baden Powell. A partnership of 139 runs between Craig Entwistle and Rhys Elmi, with scores of 70 and 73 respectively, put Baden Powell in with a good shot. Unfortunately for Baden Powell, none of their other batsmen were up to the task. They ended up 35 runs short of a result when they lost their final wicket for 218. At Lloyd Park, Langwarrin managed to chase down Flinders’ day one total of 134. Travis Campbell’s half century was the highlight of the day. Flinders’ best performer was Kane Hawkins, who cleaned up the tail end and posted career best bowling figures of 6/16 off just 10 overs. Sorrento had a good result on the weekend, defending their total of 222 against Baxter, who ended up all out for 151.

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Morrison, Packer, Mitchell go SOCCER

By Craig MacKenzie NEWLY promoted Somerville Eagles has been rocked by the resignations of senior coach Scott Morrison, assistant Stan Packer and goalkeeping coach Stuart Mitchell. All three resigned last week due to a difference of opinion with director of football Zach Peddersen over Somerville’s refusal to participate in the 2020 Steve Wallace Memorial Cup. The tournament commemorates the late Langwarrin president who was an icon of the sport in the local area. Peddersen claimed that his club had previously been snubbed by Wallace Cup organisers. “We have never been invited in years and the committee has never received any information or invite about the Wallace Cup,” Peddersen said. “We built Somerville to be different to the other clubs so we don’t want to do what other clubs do, and we don’t think it’s a good idea to put our players on display against local rivals, especially those in the same league. “I make recommendations to the committee and it was agreed we wouldn’t participate if we were invited.” Wallace Cup invites are usually made to the various senior coaches and Morrison had accepted on behalf of Somerville. Morrison believes that the club’s stance left him and his assistants with no room to manoeuvre. “Myself, Stan and ‘Smitchy’ all stood our ground for what we believe in,” Morrison said. “We wanted to participate and we believed we should’ve been in it to support a man who did so much for local football. “When I took up coaching I always stated that it would be my way in regards to the team and football matters [and] if I want to stay true to myself and what I believe in then I couldn’t continue anymore. “I made it clear to them when this started that there would be no winners here if they went down this path. “They’ve now lost coaches and I imagine players plus they have pulled out of the [Wallace Cup] day. “The club will now be tarnished which is a shame [but] hopefully they learn from this, adjust things at a committee level that need adjusting and move forward.” Morrison, Packer and Mitchell played pivotal roles in Somerville’s State 5 South title triumph this year and were re-appointed last month.

Happier times: Dave Greening (left), Scott Morrison (centre) and Stan Packer celebrate Somerville’s championship success. Picture supplied

Morrison and Dave Greening were co-coaches throughout the 2019 season and Morrison took over as senior coach for 2020 with Greening appointed reserves coach. It’s unclear whether or not Greening will stay at Somerville. “To be honest I’m still taking this all in,” he said. “I can’t believe how quickly this has escalated and I need to have a good think about where I stand after all this. “I won’t be making an impulsive decision and will take my time before deciding my next move.” Meanwhile soccer grounds throughout Frankston could run up a bill well in excess of $1 million to upgrade floodlighting. That’s the result of a lighting audit conducted by Frankston council and recently released to local clubs Langwarrin, Peninsula Strikers, Frankston Pines, Seaford United and Baxter. No report was available for the two floodlit pitches at Skye United’s home ground at Skye Recreation Reserve. Prior to the council audit Skye United paid for a lighting assessment and sent the results to council but as we went to press had yet to receive a report of the outcome.

The benchmark for the council audit was the Australian Standard (series 2560.2.3) which contains lighting recommendations for training and match competition specific to soccer. This standard has been adopted by Football Victoria, which conducts its own lighting audits before allowing official matches to be played under lights. The council audit looked at a uniform 50-lux benchmark for training standard compliance and 100 lux for match standard compliance even though Langwarrin plays at National Premier League level which demands a 100-lux training standard and a 200lux match standard. The main pitch at Langy’s home ground at Lawton Park lacks floodlights however that project is firmly on the club’s radar. The council audit at Lawton Park was conducted on three surrounding pitches and pitch 4 lighting was inadequate “due to the many failed lamps”. The audit recommended that pitch 4 lighting is returned to full working condition and the lighting measured again and as the results of the assessment were incomplete no estimate of cost could be made.

Pitch 3 (on the far side of the main pitch) failed to comply with training standards and “additional poles are required to adequately illuminate the field”. The preliminary cost of bringing pitch 3 to training level compliance is $80,000 and to match compliance $140,000. The estimates assume that the power supply at Lawton Park is adequate and the supply upgrade at the venue is expected to be completed within six months and is already covered by a federal government grant. Pitch 2 (to the right of the ground entrance) received the most damning report: “The lighting is clearly inadequate. The poles may be unsafe and are not high enough for this field. The luminaires are in poor condition and at end of life.” The estimated cost of bringing pitch 2 up to training standard is $150,000 and to match standard $200,000. Frankston Pines often plays home matches under lights at Monterey Reserve but the lighting of the main pitch has been deemed non-compliant due to inadequate uniformity. The estimated cost of re-aiming the lighting system is $3000. However Pines’ second pitch was deemed “unsuitable for training” and a “replacement of the lighting system is required”. To bring that second pitch up to training standard is estimated to cost $180,000 and to match standard $250,000. The lighting audit at North Seaford Reserve, home of Seaford United, covered four pitches and none of them reached match standard. To properly floodlight the main pitch involves the installation of additional lighting from both existing and additional poles and to bring that pitch up to training standard would cost $100,000 and $150,000 for match standard compliance. Pitch 2 lights didn’t even reach training standard and to do so would cost $120,000 with an additional $30,000 to bring that pitch up to match standard. Pitches 3 and 4 both attained training standard but would require $5000 each to replace lamps and bring them up to match standard.

The main pitch at Baxter Park is not floodlit and although the two other pitches are neither is compliant with training and match standards. The estimated cost of upgrading these pitches to training standard is $120,000 per pitch rising to $150,000 per pitch to bring them up to match standard. The local club that achieved the best audit results was Peninsula Strikers. Its junior wing trains and plays at Ballam Park and Delacombe Reserve and both venues were given a thumbs up regarding training standard. Two new pitches under development at Ballam Park will be floodlit to match standard and should be completed by March. Thanks to a government grant Delacombe Reserve will be upgraded to LED lighting by March. Lights at the senior club’s home ground at Centenary Park have been assessed as adequate for training and the club aims to floodlight its main pitch to match standard. “Our understanding is that it will cost upwards of $180,000 to do so,” club president Adrian Scialpi said. “The main pitch is up for full renovation at the end of next season and we are hoping that the lights will be incorporated into that project as we aim to host night games.” A number of questions regarding possible funding were put to Frankston council last week. Council responded with a statement that said, in part: “The audits and subsequent recommendations regarding local soccer clubs are currently being considered by Council and will be referenced when devising projects for the LongTerm Infrastructure Plan. “Council is also working closely with Football Victoria and the State Government to secure contributions to assist with soccer club lighting works through The World Game Facilities Fund.” The lighting issue was drawn to the attention of local state parliamentarian Paul Edbrooke who was asked to comment but failed to do so. In player news Langwarrin announced last Friday that it had agreed terms with striker John Maclean from Moreland Zebras. Maclean is an ex-Melbourne Victory youth captain and won the NPL2 title with Northcote in 2017. He’s also been with Bentleigh Greens.

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Another successful run for Arthurs Seat Challenge school entry was won by Bayside Christian College and the fastest school was once again won by Padua College. Team Lyndon took out the award for largest community team for the third year in a row, with a huge team of 55 members! More than half the entrants were part of a team, which reflects the sense of community that the event strives to achieve. It is a family friendly event, encouraging entrants of all ages to participate. The Challenge’s Ambassadors Charlie Robbins, Zak Stolz, and Troy Cullen of Australian Ninja Warrior

THE Arthurs Seat Challenge 6.7km fun run + walk was held on Sunday 10 November. The Challenge is held annually to promote the profile of the Fit to Drive road safety program and to raise funds to enable the continuation of this invaluable program at no cost to the secondary schools on the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston region. The overall male winner was Liam Ryan-Nicholls with a time of 25:53.217, which came extremely close to being a course record, and the overall Female winner was Sarah Klein in 28:09.383. The largest

fame started the entrants off and then joined them for the trek up Arthurs Seat. This year saw the introduction of finisher medals being issued to all participants, acknowledging the incredible achievement made by entrants of all ages in reaching the summit, including some entrants over the age of 80. The Challenge is only possible due to the invaluable support provided by sponsors, local businesses, schools, community groups, and volunteers. Local community groups Sorrento Rotary, CWA Peninsula Belles, SES Sorrento, Red Hill & Districts Lions

Club, and Mornington Rotary all contributed by kindly providing teams to manage water stations and car parking, as well as course marshals. Major Partners BlueScope WesternPort, Mornington Peninsula News Group, and Spicy Web continued their significant sponsorship of the Challenge this year and all were also heavily involved in the event. Angela Pollard, Chair, Frankston and Mornington Peninsula Fit to Drive said ‘On behalf of the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula Fit to Drive Association and the students in all of our local secondary

schools, I would like to thank everyone who contributed to the success of this important community event. I would like to recognise the generosity of our local ‘Ninja Warriors’ in volunteering as ambassadors, as well as the many people from all sectors of our community who provided their time and support.’ More information about the Fit to Drive program can be found at www. f2d.com.au. For further information about the Arthurs Seat Challenge go to www.arthursseatchallenge.com.au or contact Paula Creek at admin@arthursseatchallenge.com.au.

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her rivals before being eased down near the post to score a decisive twolength victory over the Robbie Laingtrained Tatiara and the former New Zealander, She’s A Thief. Trainer Shane Nichols rated her win as potentially the best yet. “I thought from where she was in the run it was unbelievable,” Nichols said. “I reckon it would have to be her peak performance so far in her career and that’s included a Stakes placing as well.” The dominant victory bought up the mares fourth win from her 15 career starts, and her second win this preparation. Her total prize money now sits at $230,000. Since her run, Nichols said she has a looked a treat and has come through

By Ben Triandafillou MORNINGTON-based racehorse trainer Shane Nichols took out the opening race on Ballarat Cup day with his speedy mare, Tahitian Dancer, on Saturday 23 November. The talented four-year-old daughter of Dawn Approach was looking to make amends after being held up at her previous start at Flemington. Ridden by two kilogram claiming apprentice jockey, Teo Nugent, the speedster drifted to the rear of the field and rounded the corner in last position before letting down strongly in the straight. Storming down the centre of the track, Tahitian Dancer quickly ran past

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