30th September 2014

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Happy Crafters’ field of dreams THE crafty team at Hastings Community House aren’t shy of a challenge. With a Guinness World Record already under their belts for creating the world’s longest knitted snake, Hastings Happy Crafters are now aiming to make 1000 felt poppies in time for next year’s Anzac Day centenary.

The Hastings poppies will “planted” among a field of thousands of hand-crafted flowers from around Victoria for next year’s Anzac Day celebrations at Federation Square to create a “stunning visual tribute” to the thousands of Australian service men and women who have served their country over the past century.

To get the ball rolling, Hastings Community House last week hosted a How to Make Felt Poppies workshop. The Hastings Happy Crafters are now urging the community to get behind the project. Poppies can be crocheted, knitted, felted or sewn from any materials. The group is also calling for donations of materials such as red and black wool and felt. Anyone wishing to get involved in the project or who can help with donations is urged to contact Hastings Community House on 5979 2918.

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Housing help from Salvos Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au THE reinstatement of an outreach housing worker to complement the services provided by Western Port Community Support will benefit families in severe accommodation crises, manager John Fraser said.

Since it began three years ago, the support service has assisted up to 340 families with significant accommodation issues, from housing stress, to those at risk of homelessness and the already homeless.

“What was once lost is now found and returned to us,” he said.

Mr Fraser told the 35th annual meeting of the agency that the reappointment of the worker would add to the line-up of programs offered.

Funded by the Salvation Army’s Salvo Care Eastern, the one-day-a-week position will assist private housing tenants facing eviction, either through falling behind in their rent or other disputes with landlords.

“Housing stress and accommodation issues have become a major concern for the agency over recent years and the return of a housing worker is a positive step toward working on the problem,” Mr Fraser said.

“It is far more effective to keep

families accommodated in their existing housing, as relocation has a major negative impact on a family’s linkages to the local community.”

Funding issues over the past six months had caused the Salvation Army to withdraw the services of its housing officer after four years.

However, a five-page letter from Mr Fraser on the importance of retaining the position helped change the Salvos’ mind and it reinstated the position.

“Many people in Hastings are on low or fixed incomes and they haven’t been able to keep pace with the costs of everyday living over the past four or five years,” he said.

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Mr Fraser estimated that 30-40 per cent of private renters were in arrears.

“Changes to government programs have bitten into their ability to pay.

Many single income families have been forced onto the Newstart allowance – rather than single parent pensions – which made a poor situation untenable.

“Many others have been made redundant, inhibiting their ability to pay rent, and putting them in line for eviction.

“Hopefully, people can come in before they are made homeless and receive help and advice from various agencies, such as the Tenants’ Union of Victoria.”

Western Port Community Support offers a range of emergency relief, personal support and information services.

This is the time of year the centre seeks community support for the Western Port Annual Christmas Giving Program. Volunteers are welcome to participate in the distribution of hampers and toys in December.

The drop-in service is open 10am– 4pm each Tuesday at Western Port Community Support, 185 High St, Hastings. Inquiries: 5979 2762.

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Low income renters squeezed out of home Chris Brennan chris@mpnews.com.au THE Mornington Peninsula is facing an affordable housing crisis, with inadequate stocks of public housing and rapidly rising rents pushing more lowincome families out of the area or into homelessness, a parliamentary inquiry was told last week.

And the situation is rapidly deteriorating, with rising unemployment, underemployment and significant cuts to incomes due to federal government welfare cuts and changes to Centrelink qualification requirements further eroding household incomes.

In a submission presented to a Senate inquiry into affordable housing this month, the Tenants Union of Victoria revealed that while the Frankston and peninsula region was seen as one of Melbourne’s most affordable, the vast majority of rental properties were now out of reach of low income families and individuals.

The union said that, with waiting times for public housing now close to 10 years, most low income individuals and families had no option but to turn to the private rental market for accommodation.

However, families and individuals had to spend up 78 per cent of their disposable income to pay for privately rented accommodation.

The union, which was among 12 public policy groups to present submissions in Melbourne on Tuesday to the federal Senate inquiry, revealed

She said the results of families being uprooted from their “home towns” due to the lack of housing options was particularly disruptive.

Tenants Union policy officer James Bennett said individuals and families receiving welfare benefits lucky enough to find private rental accommodation were likely to be experiencing “housing stress”, which is defined as having to spend more than 30 per cent or disposable income on rent or mortgage payments.

The mean weekly rent for a one-bedroom apartment in the Frankston and peninsula region is now $210. That would consume 78 per cent of the disposable income of a single person on Austudy ($269.20 a week), or 67.2 per cent of the income of a single person on Newstart ($312.50).

An older person receiving the aged pension ($468.70) would be left with more than half their disposable income or $258.70 a week to cover weekly expenses, but they would be still be living well below the poverty line.

Ms Elliott said the solution had to come from government support in the public housing sector.

“The private market is simply not geared towards meeting the needs of low-income families and individuals,” she said. “Landlords are often unwilling to rent to low-income families, especially when the ratio of their income needed to cover the asking rent is above 50 per cent, and that’s in pretty much every situation these days.”

that while rental prices had been relatively stable this year, they remained unaffordable for seven out of eight household types profiled, with students and singles the worst affected.

Mornington Community Information and Support Centre manager Lisa Elliott said the situation was already beyond crisis point, with affordable rentals on the peninsula almost nonexistent. “It’s a very tough situation for anyone unfortunate enough to be out of work or receiving a pension, and even for many people with jobs,” she said.

“Finding rental accommodation that could be considered affordable on the peninsula is pretty much impossible, especially in the case of rentals for single people.”

Unlike Frankston or other more affordable outer-suburban areas of Melbourne where some form of emergency accommodation could usually be found, peninsula families and individuals were all too often forced to move out of the area altogether.

“It’s actually far worse on the peninsula than in Frankston,” Ms Elliott said.

“We usually have to send people coming to us for emergency accommodation to Frankston as there’s simply nothing in this area, even rooming houses.

“Just today we had to send a young family from this area to live in a caravan park in Frankston, and even that was only for the weekend because there was nothing else available. They didn’t even have a car to get there – they were on foot, and with a young child.”

Annable ‘honoured’ to win coaches’ award DUANE Annable, above, was named South East Region football coach of the year at the AFCA South East awards dinner last week.

The Crib Point senior coach stood out after taking Crib Point to its first grand final in 13 years with a team of mostly young talent developed through their junior program.

They ultimately lost the decider to Sorrento, however, the plaudits surrounding their season continue to resinate throughout the region.

Although still smarting from the grand final loss, Annable said: “It’s a wonderful honour. It’s obviously good to be recognised for all the hard work and I am privileged to receive it – but I would have preferred a premiership medal.”

Annable said a highlight of the year was watching his young team claw their way back from five goals down in the preliminary final against Rye to

win by a point.

“We developed a lot of local talent on about half the pay scale of most clubs in the finals and we are hopeful of hanging onto a few. It’s such an even competition that any team on any given day can win.”

Annable began coaching the senior team this season after being playing coach in 2003 and 2004.

Along with other category winners in the Australian Football Coaches Association awards, Annable has been nominated for the state award, which will be announced at the MCG on 14 November.

Other award winners are youth coach of the year Gavin Taylor (Balnarring JFC), junior coach of the year Michael Sullivan (Edithvale Aspendale JFC), youth girls coach of the year Troy Robinson (Beaconsfield JFC) and Auskick coach of the year Patrick Swayne (Moorooduc Auskick).

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Works on show: Artists getting ready for the art show trail are, from left, Greer Allicia, Jenni Macauley, and Tammy Warner.

On the trail of art that pleases THE Peninsula Studio Trail artists have prepared a group exhibition and open studio weekend “to please even the fussiest of connoisseurs�.

Organiser Katrina Newman said the art show started on Saturday 20 September at Balnarring’s Bakers Gallery as a lead-in to the open studio weekend 4 and 5 October. “Peninsula Studio Trail Open Weekends have become a must see for art lovers who live on or visit theMornington Peninsula,� Ms Newman said. “You can see into the often very

private domain of the artist in their studio and, while you’re there, make the most of the opportunity to buy direct.�

Ms Newman said the Bakers Gallery exhibition could be seen as a preview to what was in store on the studio trail.

The Peninsula Studio Trail was started by artists in 2009 to give people the opportunity of visiting studios where artists specialised in a range of mediums including ceramics, painting and printmaking, photography and

gold and silversmithing, glass and sculpture. “Many of the artists are happy to demonstrate the techniques they use that make their art so special over the weekend,� Ms Newman said.

The studios are open 10am-5pm on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 October.

Details and a map of the studio trail are at peninsulastudiotrail.org.

Many of the artists also open their studios on a regular basis and times and places are included in the website’s calendar of events.

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Port survey AN online survey is being made to assess views on four scenarios based on the state government’s plan to build a container terminal at Hastings.

The four “futures” for Western Port were developed at a week-long “scenario planning workshop” attended by 75 people representing 40 organisations for the Westernport Bay region.

The workshop was organised by the Australian National University, Victorian National Parks Association and Preserve Western Port Action Group, with the support of Bass Coast Shire Council.

The survey has 13 questions and its authors estimate it will take about five minutes to complete.

The survey will close Monday 6 October, ahead of a final report.

To complete the survey and read the workshop’s interim report go to vnpa. org.au/

Popular Sundays THE opening of libraries on Sundays across the Mornington Peninsula has been a success.

They are open on Sundays from 1-5pm until 30 November.

More than 1500 people attended the recent Sunday launches to take advantage of extended opening hours during spring.

In less than four hours around 2000 items were borrowed and computer and WiFi use hit an all-time high across branches at Somerville, Mornington, Rosebud and Hastings.

Coming activities include open mic session and youth art projects. Author and interior designer Bronnie Masefau will visit Hastings library to give a presentation on interior design.

Visit: ourlibrary.mornpen.vic.gov.au

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YOUNG people from Balnarring and surrounding areas are invited to attend Rebound at the Balnarring Community Hall, 5-7.30pm on Friday 31 October for a Halloween costume party.

Dress in your best scary costume and join the party for games, activities and even a magic show. Prizes for best Halloween costume. Everyone is welcome to attend.

The hall is at 3041 Frankston-Flinders Rd, Balnarring. Dinner is provided and parents or significant others are welcome to join for dinner at 7pm.

Details: mpys.com.au or call 5950 1666.

Rebound is a program for young people aged 10-14 and their families to come together for fun activities and to connect with others in the area.

The night is presented by Mornington Peninsula Shire Youth Services in partnership with Balnarring Village Common.

On show: Guests peruse entries in the Friends of the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery’s art award.

Budding artists show their works MORE than 800 budding artists aged 5-18 have submitted portraits for the Friends of the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery’s art award.

The Friends aim to encourage family-focused activities and encourage support for the gallery through the award, which is open to those from prep to year 12 at 30 peninsula schools.

The Friends’ Art Award coincides with the Archibald Prize exhibition on display at the gallery from 4 October to 16 November.

The 12 award-winning works will be displayed at the gallery throughout the Archibald Prize exhibition.

The schools of first prize winners will receive an award sponsored by Hanks Orthodontics of Mt Eliza, the sponsor of art award.

Prizes from a pool of $2800 - funded by the Friends - will be presented to winning entrants on 21 October. They will go to first, second and third

in each of the four age categories.

All prizewinners will receive a one-year family membership of the gallery.

The judges include gallery director Jane Alexander, curator Wendy Garden, and Friends president Marian Vickery. The guest judge is Karen Vickery, manager access and learning, at the National Portrait Gallery, Canberra, who will present the prizes.

In association with the peninsula’s libraries and chambers of commerce, all other entries will be displayed at some retail outlets in Mornington, Mt Eliza, Hastings, Rosebud and Sorrento.

The Friends are an independent association that promotes and supports the gallery in building and conserving its collections, improving facilities and purchasing acquisitions.

They raise funds through memberships, programs and events, and donate more than $40,000 per annum to benefit the gallery.

BayMob expo back bigger and better MORE than 300 people are expected to visit the peninsula’s premier indigenous health and education expo in Frankston on Friday.

Now in its fifth year, BayMob showcases the multiple health, education and wellbeing opportunities available for local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Frankston and peninsula region.

The free event, which is on at Monash University, Peninsula campus in Frankston, from 10am tto 3pm on Friday 3 October, was developed to break down barriers to local health services, employment and educational pathways and help build long-term partnerships between service providers and the indigenous community.

Fun tradition: One of the children at the Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency playgroups during last year’s BayMob expo. Picture: Yanni

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Police and imam call for calm Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au THE spiritual leader of a mosque in Langwarrin has warned his congregation to not overreact to any anti-Islamic intimidation.

Imam Syed Wadood Janud said he wanted to raise “general awareness [for them] to be careful and proceed with caution”.

His message followed a phone call from police at Carrum Downs advising mosque administrators to “be alert to any possible backlash” over the shooting of a young Muslim man outside the Endeavour Hills police station.

Police allege Numan Haider was shot dead last Tuesday night after stabbing two police officers who had arranged to meet him outside the police station.

Imam Janud, of the Ahmadiyya Centre Melbourne, said police wanted members of his congregation to be alert to any threats or intimidation against them.

Coincidentally, at about the same time that the shooting and stabbings occurred at Endeavour Hills, the mosque’s press and media co-ordinator Aziz Bhatti was threatened while waiting at traffic lights in Frankston.

Mr Bhatti said a carload of youths pulled up alongside his vehicle at the corner of Davey St and Nepean Highway and then tried to ram him after he turned into the highway.

“They tried to hit my car and started yelling at me,” he said. “I picked up my phone as if calling the police and they sped off.

“I have a beard and I believe it may have provoked them. This has never happened to me before.”

Mr Bhatti, 32, and other family members fled Pakistan five years ago after his father was kidnapped and killed.

They belong to the minority Ahmadiyya sect which faces widespread persecution within the Muslim world.

Mr Bhatti is one of many thousands of Ahmadiyyans to leave Pakistan since its government declared their sect non-Muslim.

Imam Janud, who grew up in Adelaide after arriving there with his family when he was four, said members of the Ahmadiyya sect believe in peace and harmony and respect for the laws of the country where they live.

The first Ahmadiyyans arrived in Australia about 100 years ago, but the sect had only become “more functional and administrative” in the past 35 years.

There are about 5000 Ahmadiyyans in Australia, 1000 in Victoria.

The Langwarrin centre (formally known as Bait-ul-Salam or House of Peace), is the sect’s state headquarters.

Imam Janud said the sect’s concentration on “building bridges” and living in peace and harmony with the Australian community conformed with true Islamic faith.

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He condemned the atrocities of the Islamic State in the Middle East, saying they did not reflect Muslim beliefs and teachings.

“They are as far away from Islam as a person can be,” Imam Janud said.

He said Islam was being “hijacked by a small minority”.

IS’s clever use of social media and the internet, while shocking Westerners, was successfully recruiting young Muslims to join its fight against established governments in the Middle East.

“The vast majority of Muslims would condemn and stand against these actions,” he said.

“These people have gone beyond humanity.

They look like human beings but their psychological state is beyond repair. It’s anything but Islam.”

Imam Janud said the Ahmadiyya Muslim Association Victoria was in favour of anything the federal government did to counter “home-grown terrorism”.

Mr Bhatti said the sect was a religious community with no political ambitions or agenda.

Its members support the government “in every field of life” of whichever country they were in.

Al Islam, the “official” website of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, describes the community as “the leading Islamic organisation to categorically reject terrorism in any form” with its then leader, Mirza Ghulam Ahmad, more than a century ago declaring “that an aggressive ‘jihad by the sword’ has no place in Islam”.

The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community’s international headquarters are in the United Kingdom and, according to the website, it has built more than 15,000 mosques, more than 500 schools, and more than 30 hospitals and translated the Quran into more than 70 languages.

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This dog trainer means business Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au SIDNEY Aarons stands in a small paddock in Pearcedale, feet apart, swinging a tennis ball tied to a piece of string around his head.

In front of him is a scorched piece of ground littered with springs and nuts and bolts, all that remains of a pile of burnt furniture.

At his feet, keenly watching the swinging ball is Logan, a Belgian shepherd, or malinois. The string is pulled tight and the ball retreats to Aarons’s hand.

Logan immediately turns his attention the blackened earth. Eagerly sniffing the charcoal and debris, the dog zig zags, finally dropping to a crouch, nose pressed against a piece of burnt wood.

Aarons strides into the blackened area, tosses the ball into the dog’s mouth and triumphantly retrieves the piece of charcoal. It’s the same one that retains faint traces of the petrol it was once dipped in to start the fire.

Logan is an arson dog, trained to sniff out the remains of an accelerant that may have been used to deliberately light a fire.

Aarons assures me that insurance companies in the United States pay millions of dollars to equip fire brigades with dogs that can provide evidence that a fire was deliberately lit. He says the dogs have proved their worth, saving many millions in insurance payouts.

His interest in training dogs goes back to when he was 10 and attended

Sniff test: Arson dog Logan searches for accelerant in the remains of a fire while dog trainer Sidney Aarons looks on.

Knox Obedience Club with a German short-haired pointer puppy: “We both failed miserably.�

Undeterred, he went to own a succession of dogs while growing up – a boxer that was “as goofy as all boxers�, rottweilers and another that was “problematic, chewing things, barking and pulling clothes off the line�.

Aarons, then 24, and the dog went to school. The dog to learn how to behave and Aarons, after reading an advertisement in a newsletter, to become a trainer.

He moved into shows (obedience, tracking, trials), liking the social side of things but not the club politics. “Then, I focussed on becoming a self-employed dog trainer.�

If he was driving down the street and spotted someone being taken for a

walk by their dog, Aarons would pull over, hand them a card while saying “I can fix that for $60�.

Pretty soon he had a business, which eventually led to being resident dog trainer on the award-winning Channel 31 program Hound TV. The high profile that followed the TV show has seen him set up Sidney Aarons Professional Dog Training in Pearcedale, where he boards and trains dogs.

Training Belgian shepherds for police or army work has become a speciality. Seven dogs trained to sniff out arson, drugs and money and “men trailing� went to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates.

Those for the army trained for “tactical response, find and bite� were shipped out to Afghanistan “but might

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now be in Syria�. These “dual purpose� dogs can also sniff out bombs and weapons. Aarons says he enjoys the challenge of being asked to train a dog for a particular skill.

He is now negotiating with primary schools to run safety talks, teaching children how to approach a dog.

The Keep Your Kid Safe lessons will cover dog body language (“if a dog’s lunging on the lead it’s obviously not under the control of its owner�) and what to do if approached by a dog. “We’ve had a good response [from schools]. The kids most at risk of being attacked by dogs are under 12, making up 80 per cent of those that get bitten. And 90 per cent of those are bitten by the family dog.�

Aarons says children “really take the message home� to parents, citing the success of school anti-smoking campaigns. “There are some dogs that can’t be trained, but you can teach an old dog new tricks, it’s just harder after they’re about three and a half years.�

Aarons says “socialisation� is the key to training. “Train that puppy by the time it’s 16 weeks and all the hard work is done. “It will set a dog up for the rest of its life, making it receptive, compliant and malleable.�

He says the dogs he takes in as boarders reach a level of training in two to three weeks that would take their owners “months, if ever�.

The dogs’ owners attend about one hour a week to see what Aaron has achieved and learn his commands.

Aarons says he can quickly assess a dog’s temperament and decide whether it can be trained by raising his voice, clapping or a “correction chain�. “I estimate I’ve trained 10,000 dogs – they’re relatively easy compared to humans. They are highly complicated animals but can be trained to do simple things.�

Aarons says not training a dog “keeps it stupid�.

He estimates less than one per cent of dogs are taken to puppy school. “So many people buy a dog and stick him in the backyard, which is real drudgery for a dog. They need stimulation.�

On the other hand, Aarons speaks about one customer who loved to walk his dogs but never had them trained to be on the lead. “By the end of his second dog’s life he needed a shoulder reconstruction; I fixed the third dog for him. “When I first started out I wanted to teach dogs as much as possible and it took me a while to learn most people just want to be able to walk their dog, tell it to sit and not chew things.�

It is that sort of training that earns Aarons his “bread and butter�.

Meanwhile, Logan – the demonstration dog - provides an outlet for Aarons own desire to tackle the complicated.

Now that Logan has become an arson dog, his next trick is learning to skateboard.

Just the kind of stunt that will draw and hold the attention of primary school children to the Keep Your Kid Safe project.

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Bottle idea attracts a paying crowd Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au JUST when it seems the bottled water market is saturated with products, two former Red Hill residents have come up with a thin bottle to fit neatly into a carry bag.

In need of money to start production, they launched a campaign on the crowd funding website Kickstarter, gaining pledges for $122,000 within 12 days, easily exceeding their target of $15,000.

The rectangular Memo Bottle will come in various sizes equivalent to the most used paper sizes, such as A4, A5 and letter.

Designer Jesse Leeworthy and accountant Jonathan Byrt have been working on the Memo Bottle for well over a year and now see the way ahead to begin production.

The friends attended Red Hill Consolidated School together before Byrt went on to The Peninsula School and Leeworthy Padua College.

They surfed and played for Red Hill sporting clubs - football, basketball and cricket – and their parents operate galleries on the peninsula.

Byrt’s painter and potter father had the Giddy Bullfrog Gallery while Michael Leeworthy has his own gallery at Red Hill South.

“We found ourselves trying to replicate a bit of this creativity via little stalls at the local craft markets,” Byrt says.

They lived together during their university days and their first few years of work.

Bright idea: Jonathon Byrt, top right, and Jesse Leeworthy, have struck the right chord when it comes to seeking funding to manufacture a slim water bottle to fit with modern bags.

"We both have very different skill sets. I'm more of a left brain operator, while Jess is right brain in its purest.

We've always worked well together,” Byrt, who is now based in San Diego, California, says.

Their desire to make an alternative water bottle was partly to combat “the single use-bottle epidemic”.

“Given our attachment to the outdoors and environment, we have always been disgusted with the overuse of single use plastic bottle, and developed a passionate desire to reduce their usage and their disastrous effect on the environment,” Byrt said.

“Jesse in particular had a big focus on this topic throughout his university

studies and put a huge amount of time into researching and designing the best reusable alternatives.”

Byrt said it was frustrating not being able to fit water bottles into carry or laptop bags.

“Somewhere along the line there has been a general consensus to design circular shaped bottles and from this such travel accessories as cup holders

have followed suit.

“Sure, there are many positives with traditional bottles in terms of manufacture and ergonomics, but while considering the impractical commuting aspects of these bottles we decided to flip the equation.

“Rather than making a product that fits into this category we decided to create something that is easy to transport but still holds the functional aspects of traditional bottles. We are attempting to challenge the fundamental nature of carrying liquids.

The Memo Bottle will be made from “durable, dishwasher-friendly, BPA-free Tritan”, which has less “embodied energy” than aluminium and stainless steel products, making it 80 per cent more environmentally.

Byrt says studies suggest that 1500 single-use water bottles are consumed every second in the United States, with 20 per cent being recycled.

“This epidemic hits our hip pocket as well, with bottled water costing about 1400 times more than it does out of the tap and is often less regulated.”

The two halves of the bottles had to be machined separately and glued together to make the prototypes. The plastic is 2mm thick for strength.

“This way we could accurately represent what the final will look like and how it will perform in different scenarios,” Byrt said.

“We've all heard those horror stories of the collapsible bottles exploding inside backpacks; this is one critical design factor that we had satisfy.”

Dancing to healthier body, mind and soul A SPECIAL dance class run by Peninsula Health is providing far more than just fun for a group of elderly residents living with Parkinson’s disease.

Peninsula Health’s weekly dance movement therapy class is helping enhance the mental, emotional, physical and social wellbeing of participants.

Fleur Terrens, a physiotherapist who leads the class, said that on a physical level, dance helped Parkinson’s sufferers reduce movement hesitation and freezing which hinder everyday activities through rhythmic and repetitive movement.

But she said the emotional and social benefits of dance were just as important.

“It can also help to build their selfconfidence and overcome depression and anxiety,” Ms Terrens said.

“With time and practice it becomes easier and confidence builds which can help with everyday activities.

“Things like maintaining a steady pace in a crowded street or keeping moving when paying at a shop checkout becomes easier.”

For Baxter resident Bruce Marsetti, who has been a passionate dancer for many decades, the benefits of the weekly dance class have been profound.

The 86-year-old is finally back dancing after being restricted for 10 years due to Parkinson’s disease,

which makes it difficult for him to control his movements.

Each week, Mr Marsetti joins six others as part of the dance group formed by the Community Rehabilitation Program at Peninsula Health.

“Dancing has been wonderful for me, I began ballroom dancing 40 years ago, I even met my wife at dance classes,” Mr Marsetti said.

“I found it difficult to dance since living with Parkinson’s but Fleur’s dance class keeps me going.

“I have been coming to the class for one and a half years now and it improves my movement.

“I look forward to Fleur’s dance class every week.”

Ready to ride: Participants in the Long Ride get ready to leave HMAS Cerberus on their way to other Victorian military bases.

Riding to raise awareness RAISING awareness about prostate cancer is the aim of the Long Ride which passed through HMAS Cerberus yesterday.

About 100 motorcycle riders from Defence establishments throughout Victoria left Sale early in the day and rode via Crib Point to the Watsonia, Laverton and Puckapunyal bases.

They will join around 450 other riders from throughout Australia making their way to their ultimate destination – Uluru – on 4 October.

The Defence department supports the aim of the Long Ride which also raises funds for research into the cancer, which kills 2900 men in Australia each year out of the 18,700 new cases diagnosed.

In its early stages, prostate cancer has few symptoms, however, if detected early it is often treatable and curable. Men aged 50 and over - or

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40 if there is a family history - should not wait for symptoms: just have a check-up. It’s a simple step that could save their lives.

Commander Guy Blackburn, national assistant co-ordinator for Defence Long Ride 2014, said men generally lagged behind women in requesting medical checks, putting themselves at risk of missing out on an early diagnosis.

“We want our guys to be healthy,” he said. “We are seeking to raise awareness of a cancer which comes with an ironic twist: it’s the most easily treatable and preventable – with a 92 per cent success rate - and yet it is one of the biggest killers.

“To beat it all you have to do is see a GP.” More than 2000 people have ridden in the Long Ride since its inception in 2007 - raising more than $1.2 million.

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Moving moments: From left, Peninsula Health Community Rehabilitation Program physiotherapist Fleur Terrens with dance movement therapy class participants Walter Kennewell, Len Hodgens and Bruce Marsetti.

Foreshore cover-up: One of the aquatic centre designs being being exhibited by Mornington Peninsula Shire shows the scale of the project on the foreshore area.

Bravery award for rescue

Pair arrested over theft spree

CARRUM Downs police sergeant Daniel Burgess was last week awarded one of the country’s highest awards for bravery after risking his life to save a fisherman from heavy seas off Phillip Island.

Sergeant Burgess was awarded the 2013 Royal Humane Society’s Clarke Medal for outstanding bravery by Governor-General Sir Peter Cosgrove at a ceremony in Melbourne on Tuesday.

The medal was in recognition of his efforts to save the life of a fisherman who had been washed almost a kilometre out to sea in treacherous conditions off the coast of Phillip Island in January 2012.

Sergeant Burgess battled for more than 40 minutes in heavy seas to save of the life of the drowning fisherman.

But the modest police officer refused to call himself a hero, saying he only did what he hoped anyone would do in that situation.

TWO people were arrested last week over a spate of burglaries and thefts from cars allegedly committed this month around Hastings and Bittern.

Police arrested a 17-year-old youth and 30-year-old man after the car they were travelling in was pulled over in Hastings on 22 September.

A number of items allegedly stolen from homes and vehicles in the area were located during a search of the vehicle.

Police said the majority of those items had been returned to their owners.

The pair was charged with two counts of burglary and nine counts of theft from a vehicle.

They were bailed to appear before Frankston Magistrates Court at a date to be fixed.

Police said the incident highlighted the importance of drivers locking their vehicles, even when parked within residential properties.

Minister deals a new blow to SPA David Harrison david@mpnews.com.au PROSPECTS for a pool complex on the Rosebud foreshore have receded even further after written confirmation that the project must meet the state government’s new stricter Victorian Coastal Strategy requirements.

The confirmation came in a letter from the environment department, received as Mornington Peninsula councillors again engaged in tense, sometimes highly emotional, debate about the Southern Peninsula Aquatic Centre.

The issue, raised as urgent business at the 22 September council meeting, was the second SPA debate in a fortnight.

Some 30 placard-carrying pro-foreshore site supporters filed quietly into the Rosebud Memorial Hall as the meeting started, to a welcome from the mayor Cr Antonella Celi, a strong foreshore pool advocate.

Questions on the project were dealt with by shire CEO Michael Kennedy, some paraphrased to meet question time standards.

The two-part urgent business resolution first tackled a rescission motion, lodged by Cr Anne Shaw a fortnight earlier to try to overturn a decision stopping work on the SPA. It then laid out a detailed proposal for community use of property bought in Wannaeue Place in 2012 as an alternative site for the pool complex.

Both parts passed, the second part with the highly significant backing of leading foreshore site supporter Cr David Gibb. Opposition came from councillors Celi, Shaw and Andrew Dixon.

Cr David Garnock is overseas and Cr Graham Pittock is unable to vote on SPA issues.

But immediately the meeting ended Cr Shaw lodged another notice of motion, written during the Urgent Business debate. It is believed to be an effort to reverse the resolutions just passed, joining her move to rescind the “stop work” motion. These two motions will likely be discussed at the 13 October council meeting.

The letter, from the office of Environment Minister Ryan Smith to a Rosebud resident, states that the shire is yet to provide Mr Smith with information he sought in early 2012.

The letter’s tone strongly suggests that the minister and his department are tiring of waiting for the shire to provide the information.

The letter reiterates three of the original seven items of information sought:  Evidence of “broad-based community support” for the SPA to be built on the foreshore;  Evidence of “net community benefit that considers the loss of public open space on the proposed site”. (At least one of the four SPA design proposals occupies the entire foreshore, from Point Nepean Rd to the beach);  A business case for the SPA, “including potential funding options”.

This information appears to be Mr Smith’s most urgent concerns, particularly information on broad community support for the $40-plus million project. The shire sent the minister a submission on community support several years ago: the repeated request appears to indicate the

minister has rejected what he received. The letter states that, once the shire provides the information sought, its application to proceed with the foreshore development will be assessed “in accordance with all relevant policy documents”, including the “relevant Victorian Coastal Strategy at the time of making decision” (sic).

The 2014 coastal strategy, gazetted on 1 September, imposes stringent conditions on use of foreshore land. It defines “foreshore” as extending 200 metres inland from the water’s edge – which at Rosebud covers all the land from the beach to Point Nepean Rd – and prohibits nonforeshore dependent uses, including community halls.

That almost certainly means the minister would reject inclusion of the existing Rosebud hall and a gymnasium in a foreshore pool project. Both facilities are included in the drawings the shire has received in its pool design competition.

During debate on 22 September CEO Michael Kennedy revealed that the Wannaeue Place development proposals would cost more than $100 million. While he described the figure as “no more than an order of magnitude”, he itemised the facilities being put forward:  $55 million for the proposal to amalgamate in Rosebud the current three shire offices – Rosebud, Hastings and Mornington;  $25 million for a pool only. The urgent business proposal, Dr Kennedy pointed out, did not mention a gymnasium;  $10-15 million for what he described as “big think” works, presumably including a new Rosebud community hall built off-foreshore;  $5 million for the library and other community spaces proposed to be included in a renovation of the shire’s Besgrove St offices.

Cr Lynn Bowden said Dr Kennedy’s figures seemed to be an effort to “throw out the big bucks and try and scare everybody away”.

It was argued that the proposal could be built in stages rather than being tackled as one huge project.

Dr Kennedy had emailed councillors late on Friday 19 September urging them “to return to consensus decision making” on the SPA and revitalising the Rosebud activity centre.

“Seeking to achieve consensus is far preferable to simple majority (win/lose) voting,” he wrote.

In a statement apparently supporting building the SPA at Wannaeue Place, he wrote: “Councillors will recall that the strategic purchase of Wannaeue Place was deliberately facilitated and recommended by me … to provide a further option for the location of the aquatic facility” and as part of redeveloping and revitalising Rosebud.

Cr Fraser, speaking in support of the development plan, said Rosebud would be revitalised partly by having a single shire headquarters at Wannaeue Place, with some 250 staff from Hastings and Mornington stationed there, as well as the Besgrove St staff.

He said the Besgrove St HQ was in the school and sporting precinct and the refurbished building could include facilities including a library, an art gallery and community meeting rooms.

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LETTERS Protest praise Congratulations Tim Burford and Karri Giles, for taking thinking peoples’ concerns about the proposed Port of Hastings extension to the Ramsar secretariat in Switzerland (‘Swiss visit by port protesters’, The News 23/9/14).

The waste of taxpayers’ money on this crazy idea is staggering. And [Hastings MP] Neale Burgess is promoting it with full-page ads in the media.

The $110 million that is being wasted here could support more environmentally friendly industries on the land surrounding the existing port. How about attracting and encouraging renewable energy companies to set up here?

If Mr Burgess is genuine about jobs, that’s what he should push for, not the destruction of our tourist and recreational fishing industry and the jobs connected to them in Western Port. The bay is too precious to take chances with.

The environment should be of foremost concern to us all.

Rupert Steiner, Balnarring

Protect the bay

Expanding the Port of Hastings is not the answer. I do not support development because there will be a dredge of 24 million cubic meters (15 MCGs) to be dumped where? And a couple of hands full of permanent jobs for local people and but losses in current and future tourism and farming revenue, congesting our roads and polluting our environment. Up to 1000 farms and businesses in the special use port zone are at risk.

It is time to ask the hard questions of our politicians and expect answers, not rhetoric.

Is the reason money? Is this the cheapest plan, on the table for so long that it can be hurried through? Is it because coal export needs to happen soon or it will become a stranded asset?

Why go against senior logisticians who recommend Hastings has too many logistical problems for the city and access to air-freight?

We need to think, why would the federal and state government give a $25 million grant (six hospitals) to Shanghai electric to work out how to make briquettes out of brown coal? Why would a meeting on the 12 June in Wonthaggi with the state government be talking about a port to service the La Trobe Valley? Why would China not take our low particulate coal to solve its smog problem and have us maybe pay a price on carbon?

Why has a second Shapiro report not been commissioned? Why will politicians not tell us what required amount of dredging?

How many jobs will just be people moving from Melbourne docks?

What are they going to do about congestion on the Western Port Highway with 4000 extra double-Bs on the road, not the mention incoming coal from Latrobe valley.

Will Fishermen have any fish in the future?

Will the Ramsar wetlands be delisted? Will we lose the penguin parade? Will boating and yachting be restricted?

What will politicians do about foreign ships bringing foreign organisms into the bay?

Western Port is really special, mangroves and seagrass are critical to ecosystems because they take in carbonic acid and make oxygen from it, the lifeblood of the bay.

Dredging will have unknown consequences and ships or a dredger bring in pest species like the Pacific star. There will fuel oil spills from ships, noise and air pollution.

I grew up next to industrial Trafford Park in Manchester with bronchitis from factory pollution through dust, dirt, noise and congestion, walking to school with the stench of heavy truck petrol fumes. Who will want to live beside an industrial estate next to a dead or dying ecosystem?

When [Hastings MP] Neale Burgess is long out of politics the people of Western Port will still be paying the price. Use your vote on 29 November even if you typically have allegiances with different parties, this is about saving our bay and creating great tourism jobs into the future.

Sue King, Somers

Factional friction The public Mornington Peninsula Shire Council meeting in Rosebud on 22 September was a fascinating insight into factional friction within the council. Adding to the fascinating machinations of council was a group of dour faced, but well behaved protestors with signs supporting the development of SPA [Southern Peninsula Aquatic Centre] on the [Rosebud] foreshore.

The protest had been promoted on Facebook, with the promise of media attention and photographers. The group (of about 20) dissipated rather quickly, leaving only a faithful few to see their hopes for a SPA on the foreshore dashed. To say the protest was a fizzer was an understatement.

The council meeting came to life toward the end of the agenda under the heading Urgent Business, when Cr Hugh Fraser (Nepean ward) tabled what can only be described as an innovative vision for Rosebud, including an aquatic centre on the site purchased by the shire in Wannaeue Place. Questions and responses ensued for considerable time and the factional frictions over the SPA were all too evident.

I commend Crs Fraser and [Tim] Rodgers for maintaining cool professionalism amid some hefty and emotive accusations. I also commend Cr David Gibb who, despite his previously held view that the SPA should go on the foreshore, stated that in the interest of “consensus and a way forward” he was willing to change his position and support the recommendation for the vision as outlined by Cr Fraser.

In direct contrast to those just mentioned, there were petulant and emotional outbursts by Crs [Anne] Shaw, [Andrew]Dixon and the mayor Cr [Antonella] Celi.

As an observer in the gallery I have to say these outbursts were unworthy and subjective.

When it came to the vote and it was evident that the recommendations had been overwhelm-

ingly accepted (with only three against), the mayor was visibly distraught and the meeting was closed.

It is my hope that those who protested and those on council who dissented will put their bitterness aside and embrace the vibrant and fresh vision for the future of SPA and the Rosebud business and retail precinct, among other things as outlined in the recommendations put forward

by Cr Fraser.

Elizabeth Albiston, Safety Beach

Penalty rates Take pity on people under 30 trying to build a life by getting a job.

There are no jobs but, if they can’t get one, they lose income support for half of the year, existing on charity, begging, or crime.

Further study is to be beyond them because of the huge cost and debt of free education, and anyhow, how can you study while living in the gutter?

Even if they get a job they’ll never afford a house. If they are intelligent, creative, talented, energetic and motivated – the exact opposite of our politicians – the best job they can get in this banana republic will be tourism or services.

They’ll never get a top career job in major industry because there isn’t any industry left, it’s all gone to China.

We will even import our trains and submarines rather than provide good quality jobs by building them here.

Speaking of jobs, a “job” is 40 hours a week on at least the minimum wage. Ten hours a week is only a quarter of a “job”, and the media should make this distinction when reporting politicians’ grandiose statements of job creation.

Also, being statistically classified as not unemployed but “employed” if you work more than just a few hours a week is a blatant misrepresentation. There is massive unemployment in this country, and yet we still import migrants and even issue temporary visas for contracted “guest workers”, on the cheap, to take our jobs.

God help our young people, our government won’t.

Brian A Mitchelson, Mornington

Vote of support I would like to add my support to Per Carlsen and his strong criticism of the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council (‘Time for change’, Letters, The News 16/9/14). We have 11 councillors who are democratically elected to represent their community and not to slavishly follow one of the two major factions that appear to have formed within council.

Important recent decisions, such as Planning Amendment C162 and the Rosebud SPA have been carried by the casting vote of the mayor after those factions have tied. With C162 the mayor (at the time) ignored the wishes of the local Briars ward councillors and used her second and casting vote to support the faction that she consistently follows.

I believe this was an affront to existing protocol.

Councillors voting with conflict of interest and factional voting are an impediment to local communities. Like Per Carlsen I am hoping that an inquiry will follow the appointment of our new CEO as will the removal of a discriminatory planning regime.

Terri Mandler, Mt Eliza

Support doubt Here we have yet another Mt Eliza residents group making unsubstantiated claims on the level of community support for the Liberal Party’s removal of residents rights in Mt Eliza by approving Planning Amendment C162 (‘Outcome supported’, Letters, The News 23/9/14).

There are only two definitive measures of support: 1. Community responses to two council surveys clearly record that only five per cent of Woodlands residents were in support.

2. The immediate past councillor for Mt Eliza was a prominent supporter of the amendment.

He was soundly unelected by the silent majority at the last council elections.

It is also worth noting that the majority of the Briars ward councillors strongly opposed the amendment but were defeated by the council faction group and the mayor’s casting vote.

Terry O’Shea, Halls Head, Western Australia

Labor wrong The article ‘ALP blasts coalition kinder deal’ (The News 23/9/14) shows that the Labor candidate for Nepean Carolyn Geixner is either misinformed or being deliberately misleading about kindergarten funding.

It was actually the Rudd-Gillard-Rudd government that last year wavered on its commitment and reneged on locking in a long term funding agreement for 15 hours of kindergarten for all four-year-olds.

Instead, in typical Labor style, it only agreed to a further 18 months funding and a review.

As is usually the case, an incoming Coalition government has had to pick up the mess left by Labor.

Rightly, the federal Liberal Coalition government was keen to see some of the initial results from the Labor review before allocating further funding.

However, the states and territories – led by Premier Denis Napthine and the Victorian Coalition government – worked hard to ensure that even though the review was being conducted, the federal government still provided certainty for families and kinder services as soon as possible.

As a result of our work, earlier this month the federal Coalition government committed to funding its share of the 15 hours to complement the commitment we made in this year’s state budget.

Readers should know that it was the Victorian Coalition government that made the case for further funding – and it was the federal Coalition government that agreed to further funding.

Wendy Lovell, Minister for Children and Early Childhood Development

Red fever strikes in the bays

By Paul “Tracker” Pingiaro NOW the footy is done and dusted for another year we can seriously turn our attention to fishing.

With snapper becoming more frequent by the day, angler excitement is starting to reach fever pitch.

It's the time of the year where tradies swap tool trailers for boat trailers and the most reliable of partners become absent, all caught up in the quest to bag a snapper.

Yes, many suffer the effects of the red fever. It’s nothing to be ashamed of, it’s to be embraced it's a Melbourne institution.

The arrival of the snapper heralds the changing of the season, the cold dark bitter days of winter give way to spring flowers, warm sunshine and promise of summer fun.

Port Phillip and Western Port produce most of Victoria's snapper, making the Mornington Peninsula ground zero for snapper enthusiasts.

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Popular spots at this time of year are between Carrum and Mt Martha in Port Phillip and from Cowes to Warneet in Western Port.

For best results fish deep waters during the day and move into the shallower water between sunset and sunrise.

The most productive rig for snapper is a running sinker. However, anglers fishing soft plastics and flasher - snapper snatcher - rigs also do well.

Snapper can respond well to a good burley trail and popular baits include pilchards, squid, silver whiting, couta, and salmon.

Snapper in Port Phillip are easily caught on 4-8kg outfits. In Western Port anglers prefer 8-10kg equipment due to the strong tides.

Snapper are a symbol of Victorian fishing and culture. They are more than just a fish, they are the essence of the season, the spirit of the bays.

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In Port Phillip the best results are coming from those fishing the close shallow marks. Patience, luck and a bit of knowledge is key for early season snapper. Sinkers as light as possible, fishing good structure or beds and quality well-presented bait are all good steps in the right direction.

In the southern end of the bay whiting and squid are solid options in the shallows and gummy sharks to 20kg have been caught in the deeper channels.

Around Mornington good schools of salmon and squid continue to haunt the shallows and, as the water has started to warm, we are seeing garfish and whiting. Flathead have been consistent and snapper more frequent every week.

From Frankston to Mordialloc anglers after a snapper should fish the reefs from 6-10m.

Anglers fishing in kayaks have had some incredible results, landing snap-

per to over 80cm by targeting the shallow reefs 6-8m and using soft plastics.

Squid, salmon, red mullet and flathead have also been landed.

In Western Port all the talk is of snapper. The north end is most productive at the moment, but in the next week or so we will see good fishing extend throughout. Not only are snapper getting caught but squid, whiting and pike are in the shallows, while the deeper waters are holding some good gummy sharks and a few school sharks.

Tight lines and calm seas.  Paul “Tracker” Pingiaro runs Mornington Boat Hire at Schnapper Point in Mornington and Yaringa Boat Hire at Yaringa boat harbour in Somerville (www.morningtonboathire.com.au or call 5975 5479).

Welcome aboard: James Wickam is keen to display this 6.5kg snapper he landed after setting out from Yaringa Boat Hire.

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Service and fresh meat IT’S great to know there are still shops around where you can get good old fashioned service and Millers Fresh Meats is one of them.

This butcher shop in Hastings has recently been bought by Polly Miller, who has worked there for the past eight years.

“I loved it so much I decided to buy it,” says Polly with a laugh. “It is the best job because of the customers who you get to know and its great work.”

Millers Fresh Meats is famous for their country style smoked bacon, yummy smoked hocks and deliciously tender meats including fresh fish.

Butcher, Pete Moore, has been in the business for 45 years and creates the best homemade sau-

sages in the area.

“We have traditional beef sausages, English pork sausages, gourmet sausages and gluten free, all in yummy flavours made by Pete. All our meat is preservative free and totally fresh,” says Polly.

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Unlock your potential NEIGHBOURHOOD Houses bring people together to connect, learn and contribute to the local community through social, educational, recreational and support activities, using a unique community development approach.

Community development enables communities to identify and address their own needs. It starts from the assumption that communities have existing strengths and assets that make them part of the solution.

Neighbourhood Houses welcome people from all walks of life. This inclusive approach creates opportunities for individuals and groups

to enrich their lives through connections they might not otherwise make, strengthening networks and building social capital.

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Get in quick to ensure you secure a place. Reasonable rates, friendly atmosphere, fabulous tutors and group leaders.

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HASTINGS U3A is expanding their repertoire of courses and activities this term and introducing table tennis. Commencing on Monday 20th October from 9am till midday, the venue is the Hastings Community Hub, 1973 Frankston-Flinders Rd, Hastings.

Everyone from beginners to all-round players is invited to join this fun group, as keeping fit in your senior years is so important. All equipment is provided, so don’t delay join Hastings U3A today.

Cost is $25.00 per annum plus a $3.00 course fee each session. “We have an experienced table tennis player recently becoming a member, and look forward to welcoming new members to the group,�says Dianne Ashton, Course Coordinator. “If you are looking for something to fill in your

day, or perhaps have a skill or passion you would like to share in anything from art, languages, travel, computers, and craft, Hastings U3A is always seeking new leaders, on a voluntary basis, to conduct short or long term courses,� says Dianne. “No certificates are required and none given, members share their knowledge and experiences with like- minded people. We currently have a vacancy for a Pastels Tutor in our Wednesday Art Classes, so please contact 59798686 for details.�

Hastings U3A has a wide range of interesting low cost courses and activities for retired and semi- retired seniors. Check out the web site at www.hastingsu3a.org.au or phone 5979 8585.

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Have you recently received a letter regarding the Childs Dental Benefit Schedule?

Do you have Private health insurance (including extras) with any of the following funds?

This year the Medicare Teen Dental Plan was replaced by the Childs Dental Benefits Schedule.

We are pleased to advise that we now offer complimentary Dental Examinations for eligible* children up to the age of 18 from the following Health Funds:

The scheme will provide dental benefits for children aged 2-17 years of up to $1000 over two calendar years. The scheme will be means tested by Medicare to determine if a child is eligible, usually if the family receives Family Tax Benefit Part'A' or other relevant Australian government payment.

Hastings Family Dental Care is pleased to offer 'Bulk Billed' dental services under this scheme which includes check-ups, cleaning, x-rays, fillings and extractions.

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We will provide you with the highest quality dental care utilizing the most up to date technologies and materials available in a professional, comfortable environment.

All of our patients receive the most current information available on how best to care for their teeth, gums and overall oral health. We believe that educating our patients is paramount to promoting optimal dental health. Our hygiene department is dedicated to education and prevention in all aspects of oral health.

We are committed to being an open, friendly and professional practice. We pride ourselves on taking time to listen carefully to your dental needs & involving you in progressive treatment planning strategies.

Yours sincerely, Hastings Family Dental *Based on dependent children with extras cover.

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A vibrant community BELEURA Village Mornington proves once again that it is much more than a place to live, but rather a vibrant retirement community where creativity and socialising go hand in hand.

And now the public can see how exceptional this village is with its open day on October 11 from 1pm to 4pm.

An all-weather event, Beleura Village open day will host a photography exhibition, art and craft stalls and afternoon tea.

This inaugural photographic exhibition will showcase over 70 works from the residents, many of whom are avid photographers.

With a strong tendency towards the creative, visitors on the day can also see the many arts and crafts the residents have made, and then enjoy a relaxing afternoon tea.

Beleura Village has an extensive range of facilities and activities suited to every interest, with exceptional architect-designed homes surrounded by gardens and wetlands.

There is even a fabulous community clubhouse and championship bowling green located

in the heart of the village.

With Beleura Village almost sold out, there are still a small number of villas available.

However plans and information will be on display for guests looking at the new village in Safety Beach.

Currently under construction, Martha Cove Village will open its first stage early next year, and is another development by Retirement Communities Australia. “One of the best things about retirement villages is they have huge social capital for the residents,� said Julie Campbell of Retirement Communities Australia. “A lot of our residents volunteer for local charities, are involved with Lions Club and Probus. Retirement villages are nothing like they used to be. Most of these people have a better social life than many of us.�

Beleura Village open day is on Saturday October 11, from 1pm to 4pm.

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For personal service, you can’t go past Westernport Mobility, and after moving to a larger premises this year, they are now able to offer a wider range of mobility scooters and home living products.

“We now have a much bigger showroom with a much bigger range of products from mobility scooters and power chairs to home living aids, home and bathroom accessories,” says owner Ray Percival. “We have electric lift chairs to help people stand and even do hire products for short term use.”

Westernport Mobility is dealers for Pride, Shoprider, and Freedom mobility scooters.

“We have recently been appointed the Australian distributor for the all-weather canopies, a full canopy with a poly carbonate windscreen that is suitable for rain, hail or snow, and turns the scooter into an all year round vehicle,” said Ray. Westernport Mobility does sales and service, and offer pickup and delivery.

“We cover the entire peninsula, are based on the peninsula, and live on the peninsula,” said Ray. Westernport Mobility is at Shop 6-7, 28 Victoria St, Hastings.

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220 Main Street, Mornington 5976 5900 81 Arthurs Seat Road, Red HIll 5989 2364 Shop 11, 210 Dunns Road, Mornington 5976 8899

jacobsandlowe.com.au

Western Port

real estate directory Tallon

Cynthia Dobbin Mobile:0438 773 627

Tallon First National 35 High Street, HASTINGS 5979 3000 EMAIL: info@tallon.com.au

Ken Brown

Wendy Tallon

Sean Crimmins

Mobile: 0402 868 368

Mobile:0419 135 836

Mobile: 0411 734 814

Century 21 Homeport 2100 Frankston– Flinders Road, HASTINGS 5979 3555

Ben Tallon Real Estate 1/34 High Street, HASTINGS 5979 8003

Baywest Real Estate 2104 FrankstonFlinders Road, HASTINGS 5979 4412

EMAIL: kenbrownc21@century21.com.au

EMAIL: realestate@btre.com.au

OPEN FOR INSPECTION SATURDAY 4th October

Jason Dowler Mobile: 0403 598 754

Harcourts Hastings Shop 10, 14 High St. HASTINGS 5970 7333 EMAIL: jason.dowler@harcourts.com.au

TYABB

5 Elle Way 11.30-12.00pm Ben Tallon Real Estate 5979 8003 9 Harrison Court 12.00-12.30pm Harcourts 5970 7333 96 Boes Road 1.00-1.30pm Ray White Hastings 5979 4177 _________________________________________________________

TUERONG

15 Hunts Road

1.00-1.30pm

Bowman & Company 5975 6888 _________________________________________________________

HASTINGS

Sid Ferguson Mobile:0418 321 963

Satchwells 1/97 High Street, HASTINGS 5979 1888 EMAIL: realestate@satchwells.com.au

Elizabeth Wall Mobile: 0417 528 042

Ray White Hastings 69 High Street HASTINGS 5979 4177 EMAIL:elizabeth.wall@raywhite.com

4/12-14 Albert Street 10.00-10.30am Harcourts 5970 7333 9 Phillip Court 10.00-10.30am Ben Tallon Real Estate 5979 8003 12 Eman Terrace 11.00-11.30am Ray White Hastings 5979 4177 2/15 Albert Street 11.00-11.30am Ray White Hastings 5979 4177 17 Railway Crescent 11.30-12.00pm Century 21 Homeport 5979 3555 209 Henderons Road 12.00-12.30pm Satchwells 5979 1888 21 Stalwart Avenue 12.00-12.30pm Harcourts 5970 7333 201 Henderons Road 12.30-1.30pm Satchwells 5979 1888 21 Hilltop Rise 12.45-1.15pm Harcourts 5970 7333 3 Claire Court 1.00-1.30pm Ray White Hastings 5979 4177 25 Spruce Drive 1.30-2.00pm Harcourts 5970 7333 3/290 High Street 2.15-2.45pm Harcourts 5970 7333 9 Madang Court 2.30-3.00pm Harcourts 5970 7333 3/116 Marine Parade 3.00-3.30pm Tallon First National 5979 3000 _________________________________________________________

CRIB POINT

99 Milne Street Tallon First National

180 Bentons Road, Mount Martha.

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For sale by expression of interest: Closing Wednesday 29th October, 12noon.

Andrew Egan 0433 989 767

Frank Nagle 0418 497 888

2Ha*

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480 St Kilda Road, Melbourne

9867 4750 land.bigginscott.com.au Page 2

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Sam Bucca Mobile: 0412 755 544 Eview Real Estate Partners 463 Nepean Highway FRANKSTON

8781 3888 EMAIL: sam.bucca@eview.com.au

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4 Hector Close 10.45-11.15am Ben Tallon Real Estate 5979 8003 217 South Beach Road 11.00-11.30am Century 21 Homeport 5979 3555 8 Considine Street 11.00-11.30am Harcourts 5970 7333 23 Portsmouth Road 11.15-11.45am Harcourts 5970 7333 352 Disney Street 12.00-12.30pm Harcourts 5970 7333 45 Bittern Boulevard 12.00-12.30pm Harcourts 5970 7333 1/2460 F’Ston-Flinders Rd 2.30-3.00pm Harcourts 5970 7333 _________________________________________________________

Robert Bowman Mobile: 0417 173 103 Bowman & Company 168 Main Street, MORNINGTON 5975 6888 EMAIL: robert@bowmanandcompany.com.au

BALNARRING

7 Highview Court 12.00-12.30pm Century 21 Homeport 5979 3555 5 Beach Street 12.00-12.30pm Satchwells 5979 1888 5/3070 F’Ston-Flinders Rd 1.00-1.30pm Satchwells 5979 1888 _________________________________________________________

SOMERS

2&13/93 Camphill Road 1.00-1.30pm Harcourts 5970 7333 20 Parklands Avenue 1.00-1.30pm Harcourts 5970 7333 55 Tasman Road 2.00-2.45pm Satchwells 5979 1888 _________________________________________________________

Wayne Bourke Mobile:0448 131 616 MC Real Estate 4/82 High Street, HASTINGS 5979 8833 EMAIL: sales1@mcrealestate.com.au

11.00-11.30am 5979 3000

Unique 2Ha* Mount Martha site.

• 2Ha* (5 acre) zoned residential 1 • Suit 30 – 40 lot subdivision (STCA) • 500m* to Shopping centre • 3 minutes to East Link • 2kms* to Mornington Township and Beach • Generous settlement terms available • Inspection by appointment only

5/38 Park Road 11.30-12.00pm Satchwells 5979 1888 288 Stony Point Road 11.30-12.00pm Century 21 Homeport 5979 3555 508 Stony Point Rd 12.00-12.30pm Tallon First National 5979 3000 9 Pearce Street 1.45-2.15pm Harcourts 5970 7333 59 Urquhart Crescent 2.30-3.00pm Satchwells 5979 1888 _________________________________________________________

EMAIL: scrimmins@baywestrealestate.com.au

To advertise in the real estate section of Western Port News, contact Jason Richardson on 0421 190 318 or jason@mpnews.com.au

FEATURE PROPERTY

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Sky high living for the finer things in life FROM this delightful single-level home you get to witness one of the most spectacular views of Port Phillip Bay every day. In complete harmony with the block, the house uses the land well and has a design that certainly capitalises on the view with an exquisite garden setting providing the perfect finishing touch as a welcoming retreat from the hustle and bustle of weekday life. The main deck at the front of the house is an absolute entertainers delight and very private. Set high above the street, the outside action is shielded by neat hedging, and for New Years Eve fireworks there will be no better seat in the house. Internally, a central modern kitchen features a stainless-steel under bench oven, dishwasher, gas hot plates, and there is plenty of cupboards and bench space with a choice of casual or formal dining areas close by. The separate lounge has a cosy gas log-effect heater â&#x20AC;&#x201C; there is also split system air-conditioning, and this area neatly intergrates with the parents retreat featured in the master bedroom suite. The comfortable main bedroom has an ensuite, and a second bedroom has built-in robes. The larger third room serves perfectly as a studio, rumpus or games room depending on the family makeup, and being set in the north corner it gets the best aspect and views. The home is set lengthwise across a 977-square metre block with a state national park at the end of the street, and enjoys an enviable location so close to many world class golf courses, wineries and attractions.

Address: Price: Agency: Agent:

11a Cloud Street, ARTHURS SEAT $700,000 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; $770,000 Jacobs & Lowe, 81 Arthurs Seat Road, Red Hill, 5989 2364 Jonathan McShane, 0447 282 852

Safe Affordable Secure, long term tenure -

A lifestyle village for the over 50s

The lifestyle you want, The freedom you deserve 249 High Street Hastings, Victoria 3915 www.peninsula parklands.com.au

$155,950

CONTACT US AT info@penpark.com.au or 5979 2700

$185,000

$185,000

$190,000 New Home

$235,000

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NEW LISTING

BITTERN 217 South Beach Road

PRIME LOCATION

COUNTRY CHARMER

STROLL TO THE BEACH

This large family home on 1/4 acre will suit the growing family. Offering 4 bedrooms plus study, two separate living rooms, large country kitchen, freshly painted inside and out, new floor and window coverings.

Outside offers double carport, large shedding, outdoor living, sealed driveway and much more all nestled around landscape gardens. Contact Exclusive Agent.

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PRICE $430,000 VIEW Saturday 11:00-11:30am AGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

HASTINGS 17 Railway Crescent

Striking facade and floor-plan, this 4 bedroom plus study double storey home sits on ¼ acre allotment (approx.) Located in a quiet court location (still under builders warranty) and adjacent to a park and only a short walk to the beach. Featuring plenty of living space for the whole family to enjoy, plus a 14m x 13m workshop (under roof line) and 3 bay carport. Exceptional home in an idyllic location with many outstanding features. Contact Exclusive Agent.

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PRICE $800,000 Offers Over VIEW Saturday 12:00-12:30pm AGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

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AFFORDABLE LIVING

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PRICE $269,950 Negotiable VIEW Saturday 11:30-12:00pm AGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

CRIB POINT 6 & 8/288 Stony Point Rd ALL THAT YOU NEED!

Potential purchasers looking for affordable living or ideal investment, don’t let this pass you by! This home offers 2 bedrooms plus a study, lovely polished floorboards, new kitchen with all new appliances and a lovely modern bathroom and outdoor area.

Contact Exclusive Agent.

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BALNARRING BEACH 7 Highview Court

Exciting two bedroom residence will appeal to those who are upsizing, downsizing, first home buyers or investors.

Features include Caesar stone bench tops, s/steel appliances, floating floors, heating & cooling, outstanding fixtures & fittings and single garage. Also featuring pebble paving & a well fenced yard, Minimum 5% return, vendor needs to sell and will meet the market! Contact Exclusive Agent.

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PRICE: $255,000 Negotiable VIEW: Saturday 11:30-12:00pm AGENT: Ken Brown 0402 868 368

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MAIN RIDGE 1368 Mornington Flinders Road WHERE THE COUNTRY MEETS THE COAST Cocooned in nature, a highly desirable lifestyle property where the country meets the coast on approximate 1.38h (3 acres.)

Prime holding offers a four bedroom weatherboard home that makes an ideal holiday retreat; directly opposite T’Gallant Winery and neighbouring Sunny Ridge Strawberry farm, surrounding exquisite Mornington Peninsula Wineries and picturesque countryside. Moments from Arthurs Seat and Flinders, Shoreham, Point Leo beaches and the added convenience of easy access to Red Hill Consolidated school and bus servicing the region’s leading private schools. Offering brilliant scope to further develop existing home or just remove and build your dream family home. Surrounded by park like setting with separate paddock ideal for a horse or live stock, with added potential to further increase paddocks by reducing the grounds. A rare opportunity to purchase your own slice of paradise.

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AUCTION

Saturday, October 11th at 2.00pm

VIEW:

Saturday 1:30-2:00pm

TERMS:

10% Deposit. Settlement 30 days.

Vacant Possession.

AGENT:

Wilma Green 0407 833 996

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FRANKSTON SOUTH 15 Sewell Street

LARGE, PLEASANT HOME IN MOUNT ERIN

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A most pleasant home in peaceful court location incorporating two living areas, 4 bedrooms, two bathrooms, double garage, outdoor entertaining with pitch roof pergola on 644sqm allotment perfect for family holiday gatherings. Positioned close to so many amenities, you can lease out or move in, either way you acquire an excellent investment for today and the future

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Inspect By Appointment Contact Andrew Milne 0418 303 591

FRANKSTON 2/76 McMahons Road

SANDHURST 115 Sandhurst Boulevard

AT LAST! STYLE, SIZE AND LOCATION

LUXURY, LEISURE & LIFESTYLE

Designed and built with space and comfort in mind, this impressive townhouse provides living and entertaining areas inside without the high maintenance outside. Close to all amenities, the property incorporates two living areas, three bedrooms plus study, balcony, two bathrooms, kitchen with dishwasher, dining area, heating and cooling, large courtyard and lock up garage.

An inspection will impress with this design and size.

Generous proportions and an easy care family lifestyle epitomise this stunning double storey home that offers outstanding quality throughout.

Beyond the front landscaped garden are 4 living areas, kitchen with walk in pantry, s/steel appliances & stone bench tops. Upstairs is a haven for adults and kids with a spacious retreat , 4 bedrooms including master with private balcony & FES with double vanity and shower. Outside is a tropical paradise with sparkling swimming pool with decked surrounds, Balinese hut and alfresco.

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Michelle Ferguson 0423 467 087

1/474 Nepean Highway FRANKSTON phone e: frankston@obrienrealestate.com.au

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Satchwells Local Agents with Local Knowledge For Over 50 Years CRIB POINT

HASTINGS

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$330,000

$239,000

Offers in excess of $670,000

Offers above $899,000

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206 South Beach Road - Inspect Sat 2.00-2.30pm

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AS NEW UNIT - CLOSE TO TOWN This single level 3 bedroom unit is just one minute walk to shops and transport. The light and airy property comprises open plan living, good quality kitchen with s/steel appliances & ducted vacuum. Main bedroom has FES & WIR, the remaining 2 bedrooms have BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, main bathroom, laundry & remote controlled double garage.The living area opens onto a courtyard and low maintenance garden.

CALLING ALL RENOVATORS Priced to sell, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this opportunity to secure this solid as a rock 3 bedroom brick home. Offering L-shaped dining & lounge with galley style kitchen & gas wall furnace,, and outside the good-sized block has room to build a shed and carport at the rear. (STCA). The property has been leased to the same tenant for 25 years & is now vacant.

In need of some TLC but certainly in liveable condition.

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3($&()8/ 75$148,/,7< $1' 6(&85( $&5( Positioned down a quiet crescent, this home has the WOW factor and is located on 3/4 acre. A curved driveway is surrounded by lush gardens and the home itself offers a large living area, 3 bedrooms, main with spa ensuite and WIR, with BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to two more bedrooms.The kitchen has Meile appliances including dishwasher, ducted heating and evaporative cooling.

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www.satchwells.com.au HASTINGS BALNARRING

1/97 High Street 14 Balnarring Village

03 5979 1888 03 5983 5509

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IN GR VE E ST AT ME NT Hastings 2/15 Albert Street

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A Hidden Gem This delightful two bedroom unit, positioned just around the corner from High Street has BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to both bedrooms, open plan living area incorporating a kitchen and dining zone. Sliding doors lead from the living area out to a private courtyard which is also accessible from the front of the single garage. Additional features include gas ducted heating and evaporative cooling. With schools, shops, doctors and the marina all within walking distance, you can leave the car at home and enjoy a lifestyle of convenience.

For Sale Negotiable over $295,000 View Saturday 11.00-11.30am David Nelli 0434 744 944 david.nelli@raywhite.com

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RE PRIC DU E CE D Somerville 9/1170 Frankston-Flinders Rd Low Maintenance In Quality Location

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For Sale $275,000 - $295,000 View Saturday 11.00-11.30am Leonie Worrall 0420 979 956 leonie.worrall@raywhite.com

Tyabb 96 Boes Road Willow-Tree Grange

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This charming property is situated on approx 2 acres with a comfortable 4BR home comprising of main bedroom with WIR & FES, updated kitchen & two living areas. The formal dining and lounge has a beautiful open fireplace, plus a wood fire in the second lounge. There is also ducted heating and evaporative cooling. The outdoor living zone boasts an undercover swim-spa pool, tennis court and entertaining area plus double carport. Other features outside include two paddocks, a dam, plenty of sheds and a long drive-way offering privacy from the road.

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AUCTION This Saturday at 1.30pm View Saturday 1.00-1.30pm Elizabeth Wall 0417 528 042 elizabeth.wall@raywhite.com

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Ideal for those seeking a low maintenance lifestyle where you can enjoy all that Somerville has to offer including its shops, schools and public transport. This unit consists of 2 bedrooms with robes, family bathroom, and open plan living/ dining with access to outdoor area. Updated kitchen with breakfast bar which features stainless steel appliances and plenty of cupboard space. Additional extras include wall heater, garden shed in backyard and single lock up garage with workbench.

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Perfect family home, comprising of 4BRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s - main with FES, formal lounge and separate lounge and dining area off the open plan kitchen. The outdoor patio provides the perfect space for entertaining, featuring a spa and plenty of covered deck area. Added features include ducted heating, split system air-conditioning, water tank and double garage with remote door and access to the backyard. Fully fenced block of approx. 1000sqm, set close to shopping centres & schools.

A very pleasant and well maintained family home.

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When it comes to managing your investment property, nothing is more powerful than experience. Your local agent, Cheryl is backed by world class systems, believes in exceptional communication and will work with you to get the right tenants, at the right rent. Transferring your property to Ray White Hastings has never been so easy.

All it takes is one phone call, and we will take care of the rest.

View

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

Contact Cheryl Wilkins on 5979 4177 to discuss your property management requirements

69 High Street, HASTINGS, 5979 4177 hastings.vic@raywhite.com raywhitehastings.com.au

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Tallon SOMERS

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A Contemporary Somers Classic

10 Acres Plus A Huge Family Home

Proudly positioned in one of Somersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; most sought after and tightly held locations is this masterpiece in family lifestyle on a substantial 3018m2 approx.A beautifully landscaped front yard complemented by an asphalt drive and exposed aggregate path leading to a ZHOFRPLQJ IXOO OHQJWK IURQW GHFN 6WHS LQVLGH WR Ă&#x20AC;QG D KRPH RI generous proportions which has been recently updated, the wide HQWUDQFH ZLWK SROLVKHG WLPEHU Ă RRUV OHDGV SDVW WKH VWXG\ RU Ă&#x20AC;IWK EHGURRP DQG WKURXJK WR WKH ODUJH IRUPDO ORXQJH DQG GLQLQJ rooms. The master suite includes walk in robe, ensuite and enjoys private access to the front deck- just perfect for your morning coffee to greet a new day.The remaining three bedrooms are well sized, include built in robes and are serviced by a sparkling main bathroom. A classic timber kitchen is at the heart of this homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s open plan design and overlooks the spacious family room and informal meals area with access to the rear deck.This covered deck is an entertainerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream with gas plumbed in for the barbeque and a great outlook to the salt-chlorinated and solar heated pool.

The perfect rural escape, this property is ideal for a family with horses or other farm animals.A huge 10 acre site with plenty of paddocks.The home features 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and two extra large living areas.Two split systems and two coonaras are throughout the house for all year comfort. The kitchen with stainless steel 900mm stove and oven, as well as a dishwasher.A separate rumpus room with water and plumbing provides a 3rd OLYLQJ DUHD UHTXLUHV SODVWHULQJ DQG FDUSHW 2XWVLGH LV SOHQW\ RI shedding, including a large shed for use as stables or a machinery workshop.Water tank + dam on the property, as well as town water.A rear deck spans the length of the home overlooking the back yard and paddocks beyond. A perfect lifestyle property in a sought after suburb.

For Sale: Offers over $1.1M

For Sale: $1,250,000

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The ranch-style home welcomes you with a wide asphalt drive and full length front verandah. A spacious family living room is complemented by a BI bar and gas coonara.The kitchen with stainless steel cooking and dishwasher is open to the dining area with split system and access to the rear deck.The master bedroom includes WIR & FES, with 3 other bedrooms sharing the main bathroom. Outside is a huge rear deck perfect for summer entertaining and has gas plumbed in for the BBQ, there is also a gazebo, large workshop with concrete and power, two garden sheds and rear access from Governors Road.

CRIB POINT - 508 Stony Point Road Picture Perfect On 1 Acre

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Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life on this 1 acre block with a meticulously maintained home with all the space and storage you could ask for. Featuring 3 bedrooms â&#x20AC;&#x201C; main with BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & FES, open plan lounge and meals area with GDH, Coonara woodheater and air-conditioning, and an adjoining kitchen boasting 900mm induction stove and oven. From the kitchen you look out over an undercover entertainment area complete with sauna.The house is surrounded by wellmaintained gardens and there is an expanse of lawn area.

A drive through workshop has carports on either end, providing plenty of parking for cars, boats, trailers and caravans. More sheds at the rear of the block provide extra storage.The property has a second exit at the back, perfect for tradies who want to store their trucks at home, or to get your boat in and RXW ZLWKRXW VKXIĂ LQJ YHKLFOHV DURXQG

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HASTINGS - 3/116 Marine Parade

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For Sale: Offers over $625,000 Inspect: Saturday 12.00-12.30pm

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Forward Thinking Investors Needed

Presented in a style worthy of a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Blockâ&#x20AC;? home, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, double lock up garage unit is picture perfect. Only 3 years young, from the minute you step in the front door you will LPPHGLDWHO\ IHHO DW KRPH 7KH PDVWHU EHGURRP EHQHĂ&#x20AC;WV IURP DQ abundance of natural light, with a walk in wardrobe and full ensuite.

The second bedroom features a private courtyard perfect for reading outside in summer.

Sensational block available for purchase with plans and permits for a 3 lot subdivision.

Lot 1- Existing 3BR home leased at $245 per week Lot 2- 2nd 3BR home also leased at $245 per week Lot 3- Vacant unit site with plans for a new 2BR unit It wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be long until affordable investment opportunities like this are a thing of the past. Act now or wish you had.

For Sale:

For Sale:

HASTINGS - 205 Coolart Road

For Sale: Offers over $309,000 Inspect: Saturday 3.00-3.30pm

Offers over $399,000

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Located just metres from the foreshore, this modern townhouse is an exceptional investment opportunity with huge potential for capital growth. A spacious kitchen and open plan living area has a neutral decor and opens to a balcony. The main bathroom and guest bedroom are also upstairs while the master bedroom with WIR and ensuite is downstairs.

Practical features include a large laundry, gas ducted heating, single garage with remote door and internal access as well as a paved private courtyard. Currently tenanted until August 2015 and returning $300 per week this property is sure to be snapped up by the astute investor looking to make the most of future growth in this prime location.

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Rural property measuring about 2000m2, perfect for escaping the nosy neighbours, and you can even catch a bay glimpse from the backyard. Faturing 3BRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, main with ensuite, kitchen, dining DQG IDPLO\ DUHD DOO ZLWK WLPEHU Ă RRUV DQG D &RRQDUD ZRRGKHDWHU Outside is a large bungalow with its own deck, ideal for a games room or entertainment area, or convert into extra accomodation.

A double garage + shed are also included.

Spacious premises with 3 high span roller doors for access and plenty of on-site parking. The block measures 1050sqm with factory space of 721sqm. Internally there DUH RIĂ&#x20AC;FH VSDFHV DQG SKDVH SRZHU WKURXJKRXW ZLWK a small storage yard behind. Many possible uses including manufacturing, storage, processing etc. Premises also available for lease

Fantastic investment opportunity with this dual access corner block situated along Frankston-Flinders Road and Sages Road. Business Zone 1 site, currently leased to a hand car wash + kebab shop with permits on a secure lease. Returning $80,000 P/A + GST + Outgoings. Business 1 Zoning allows for a 2-3 storey development + underJURXQG FDUSDUN 67&$ P VLWH

Individually titled, and available as a whole or separately, these two 300m2 factories are on approx 1800m2 of land and are vacant and ready to go. Factory 2 is sold, Factory 1 is available. +LJK FOHDUDQFH UROOHU GRRUV LQWHUQDO RIĂ&#x20AC;FH DUHD - Painted inside & out, fully-fenced block with usable land - Industrial 3 zone

For Sale:

For Sale:

For Sale:

For Sale:

Offers over $450,000

CYNTHIA DOBBIN Phone: 0438 773 627

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$750,000 + GST

DOMINIC TALLON Phone: 0408 528 857

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$1,400,000

tallon.com.au

$360,000 + GST

35 High Street, Hastings 5979 3000

BITTERN

SOMERVILLE

$1,690,000 plus

INCREDIBLE VALUE - 3 BLOCKS AVAILABLE QUIET LOCATION TO BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME! (STCA) Block 1 – 720m2 $235,000 Block 3 – 510m2 $215,000 Block 4 – 576m2 $230,000 3 leafy blocks in a quiet residential area, walking distance to primary school, kindergarten, transport and shops with all services to be connected Q House blocks in Bittern are becoming harder and harder to come by - make the call and take advantage of this boutique development!

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HUGE, RARE AND PRICED TO SELL

$280,000 plus

72 acres of slightly undulating land perfect for: Market Gardeners Equestrian Q Cattle Q Land Banking QThe Ultimate Lifestyle Property Q Q

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Held in the same family for 144 years this is a once in a generation opportunity, take advantage and contact us for site plan and further details today.

STARTING OUT OR SLOWING DOWN? SPACIOUS UNIT WITH PLENTY OF EXTRAS • 2 bedrooms with BIR’s and ceiling fans, main with dual-entry bathroom • Split living and dining areas with ducted heating throughout and air-conditioning • Kitchen with ample bench & cupboard space and premium s/steel appliances • Undercover pergola area leading out to private courtyard • Single garage with extra storage space •Walking distance to schools, shops and transport!

HASTINGS

NEW LISTING

$255,000 plus

BITTERN

$279,000 plus

not actual view

CENTRAL OPPORTUNITY - SUBDIVIDE (STCA)

BACK ON THE MARKET! NEAT, SWEET, SPACIOUS AND COMPLETE!

•3 bedrooms with BIR’s plus separate bungalow •Spacious living area, separate dining area •Updated kitchen with plenty of cupboard space •Single carport •Large block with development potential (stca) •Situated within walking distance of schools, parks, the marina, transport and shops

• 2 bedrooms, master with WIR and dual-entry bathroom • Ducted heating throughout plus split system heating & cooling .LWFKHQ ZLWK SOHQW\ RI FXSERDUG DQG EHQFK VSDFH DQG ÀWWHG ZLWK SUHPLXP DSSOLDQFHV • Large lounge with separate dining • Decked alfresco area • Single remote lock up garage

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$495,000 plus HASTINGS

$345,000 plus

NEW LISTING

VENDOR SAYS SELL! FIT FOR A FAMILY - RESORT STYLE LIVING!

THE PERFECT BALANCE OF SPACIOUS, CENTRAL AND LOW MAINTENANCE

• 4 Large bedrooms with BIR, master with ENS and WIR • No shortage of space with formal and informal living areas, dining, rumpus room and study area • Gourmet kitchen with plenty of cupboard/bench space and premium stainless steel appliances • Ducted heating and reverse cycle cooling 2XWGRRU GHFNHG HQFORVHG HQWHUWDLQLQJ DUHD ZLWK ÀWWHG KHDWHUV • Double garage with rear access

• 3 Bedrooms with built in robes, master with WIR and ENS • Spacious separate living and dining areas • Sizeable kitchen with plenty of bench/cupboard space and stainless steel appliances • Ducted heating and reverse cycle cooling/heating • Decked outdoor undercover al-fresco area • Currently let for $340pw until 25/8/15

Bay West Real Estate (VIC) Pty. Ltd. 2104 Frankston-Flinders Road, Hastings, VIC 3915 Ph: 03 5979 4412 Fax: 03 5979 3097 Email: enquiries@baywestrealestate.com.au Web: www.baywestrealestate.com.au

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

Auction

Auction this Saturday

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16 Joanne Way, Mornington

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A Summerfields Sensation Designed for family indulgence with first class indoor-outdoor aspects, this single-level four bedroom, 2.5 bathroom plus a study residence set on 1200sqm approx in the revered Summerfields Estate is the pinnacle of perfection. From the expansive floorplan to the clever design and stylish finishes, this impressive home features three living areas, a covered wrap-around terrace perfect for year round entertaining and a stylish granite kitchen. The palatial main bedroom enjoys a luxurious hotel inspired en suite with a freestanding spa and Taihe shower with massage jets. Features a main spa bathroom and double remote garage. This stunning home is close to parkland, schools and Bentons Square.

Auction This Saturday at 1.00pm Inspect Saturday from 12.30pm Contact Leigh Donovan 0418 106 309 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 bowmanandcompany.com.au

Mornington

Auction

869 Nepean Highway, Mornington Outstanding Commercial Exposure On 2 Titles To be sold as one; these two titles totaling 1437sqm, approx, present a rare opportunity to acquire a large land holding with excellent exposure, Residential 1 Zoning and no permit required for a broad range of commercial enterprises or a multi-unit development site. The first title of 832sqm, approx, includes a fully-renovated threebedroom, two-bathroom weatherboard residence with open plan living, deep balcony and stylish stone and Smeg kitchen perfect for medical consulting rooms, B&B, Vet Surgery, residential aged care or home occupier. The second title of 605sqm, approx, affords a huge area for further development and excellent off-street parking.

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Auction Inspect Contact

Saturday 18th October at 11.00am Saturday 3.00â&#x20AC;&#x201C;3.30pm Leigh Donovan 0418 106 309 Luke McCoy 0467 321 322 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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Auction

2/51 Gleneagles Avenue, Mornington

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A Sensational Setup Just one of two with its own street frontage, this light-filled unit has everything going for it. A landscaped front garden lined with Silver Birch trees creates a fine first impression, while the interior offers instant comfort at every turn. Well-appointed and contemporary, a spacious living room complements a modern kitchen and north-facing dining room flowing out to a pretty courtyard with a wisteria draped pergola. Two bedrooms include the main bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite access to a stylish central bathroom. Features ducted heating, powder room, carport and single garage in a fabulous location a few steps from Dava shops and close to the beach and transport.

Mornington

Auction

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Saturday 25th October at 12.00pm Saturday 12.30–1.00pm Amy Day 0408 559 086 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 bowmanandcompany.com.au

Tuerong

Auction

Auction this Saturday

28 Inglis Street, Mornington

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Beleura Hill Gold! - Position, Privacy & Beachside Located in one of Mornington’s most tightly-held positions, this character-filled, two-storey four-bedroom, two-bathroom residence set on 900sqm, approx, with an in-ground solar-heated pool and spa and a wrap-around balcony with views across the treetops to the hills is an exceptional opportunity to secure a family home in the heart of Beleura Hill. Four bedrooms include a lower-level fourth bedroom set in its own private wing with a lounge area, bathroom and separate entrance. Enjoy the ambience of this coveted location just a short walk away from Beleura Hill shops, Main Street, stunning beaches, Mornington Secondary College, Mornington Golf Club, parks & transport.

Auction Inspect Contact

This Saturday at 12.00pm Saturday from 11.30am Leigh Donovan 0418 106 309 Amy Day 0408 559 086 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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A Picturesque & Private Acreage This 15 acre (approx) property, perfect for a hobby farmer or horse enthusiast with excellent facilities, is complemented by pockets of natural bush and is set well back from the street. The inviting single-level, north-facing, three-bedroom, two-bathroom residence enjoys two living areas, spa ensuite and views across the property from every room. Five fenced paddocks have water and are suitable for grazing and there’s a north south mod grass tennis court for family fun. This is a wonderful opportunity to embrace a change of lifestyle while remaining close to beaches, schools and shops.

Auction Inspect Contact

Saturday 18th October at 2.00pm Thurs, Sat & Sun 1.00–1.30pm Lisa Fraser Smith 0400 760 101 Brad Frampton 0498 733 073 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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MARKET PLACE

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197 Main Street Mornington VIC 3931 T. 03 5975 6888

Safety Beach

For Sale

Grand character Unit 1-4/205 Dromana Parade

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EMBRACING the Mount Eliza style with its timeless design, this striking double-storey home boasts impressive views and modern finishes for comfortable family living. Set on 807 square metres in a quiet bayside pocket, the home is close to Moondah Beach, Kunyung Primary and the Peninsula School. Bathed in natural light and with glimpses of the bay, the first floor comprises a fully renovated kitchen, family room, formal dining, reading room, two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a powder room. The second level just exudes warmth and grandeur with a formal lounge featuring a full wet bar and open fireplace. The large master bedroom has an opulent ensuite including double shower, twin vanities, and a spa bath. The massive fourth bedroom is a retreat unto itself and would be perfect for teenage living or a home office. The views from this level are spectacular and take in Port Phillip Bay and the You Yangs Ranges. A low-maintenance, terraced backyard features a built in blue stone BBQ, and the decked areas extend across both levels and all capitalise on the fantastic views.

Address: 11 Mohilla Street, MOUNT ELIZA Auction: Saturday 11th October at 11am Agency: Bowman & Company, 168 Main Street, Mornington, 5975 6888 Agent: Deborah Quinn 0428 205 555

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Sensational Safety Beach Sea Change These four dynamic units offer a lifestyle of privilege and exclusivity with all the advantages of buying off the plan for significant stamp duty savings! Designed for those who demand the best, each unit is fitted with the highest quality appointments with two large bedrooms, sleek stone kitchen, spacious open living, separate dining, stylish bathroom, generous Merbau alfresco entertaining decks, double glazed windows and a remote garage. In the heart of Safety Beach within minutes walk of the beachfront.

Price $395,000 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;$415,000 Inspect Saturday 2.00â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2.30pm Contact Luke McCoy 0467 321 322 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 bowmanandcompany.com.au

Your home could be worth more than you think!

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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Harcourts SINCE 1888

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

FOR SALE

Somers 20 Parklands Avenue

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Secure Something Special This classic Somers residence is sure to impress all who inspect. Located in a tightly held strip just 50 metres from a beach access path, this is a great opportunity well-suited to all families, retirees, holiday makers, sea changers or anyone after that ideal property close to the water. Comprising 3 bedrooms with ensuite to main, open plan kitchen, meals and lounge, rear family room, central bathroom, powder room, laundry, outdoor entertaining and a double lock up garage with ample storage. Special features include expansive decking, multiple split systems, gas log fire, polished boards, drive through access off the garage for boat or caravan storage, established gardens, space for a veggie patch, garden shed, loads of natural light and only meters to a beach access path. Close to Somers Yacht Club, general store, beautiful beaches, nature walks, Somers Primary School and minutes to Balnarring village, the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading wineries and freeway access.

Price Negotiable over $850,000 View www.harcourts.com.au/VHS5599 Inspect Saturday 1.00-1.30pm Tim Ripper 0434 513 640

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www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

Photo ID required to inspect properties

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<ŶŽǁŶ ĨŽƌ ŝƚƐ ŐƌĞĂƚ ĨŽŽĚ ĂŶĚ ĐŽīĞĞ ǁŝƚŚ ƚŚĞ ďĞƐƚ ďƌĞĂŬĨĂƐƚƐ in town, this popular cafe trades 7 days a week, 7am ϰ͗ϯϬƉŵ͕ ĂŶĚ ǁŝƚŚ Ă ůŝƋƵŽƌ ůŝĐĞŶĐĞ Ɵůů ϵ͘ϯϬƉŵ͘ >ŽƚƐ ŽĨ ƐĐŽƉĞ here for extended trading hours over summer. Consistent ƚĂŬŝŶŐƐ͕ ĞdžĐĞůůĞŶƚ ƌĞŶƚĂů ƚĞƌŵƐ ĂŶĚ ĐŽŶĚŝƟŽŶƐ͕ ƚŚŝƐ ŝƐ ĂŶ opportunity not to be missed.

Fully renovated to accommodate a variety of professions, ŝŶĐůƵĚŝŶŐ Ă ŵĞĚŝĐĂů ƉĞƌŵŝƚ ĨŽƌ ϰ ƉƌĂĐƟƟŽŶĞƌƐ͘ ŽŵƉƌŝƐŝŶŐ ŽĨ ϱ ĐŽŶƐƵůƟŶŐ ƐƵŝƚĞƐ ǁŝƚŚ ƐŝŶŬƐ͕ ƚŚĞƌĞ ĂƌĞ ŬŝƚĐŚĞŶ Θ ůĂƵŶĚƌLJ ĨĂĐŝůŝƟĞƐ ƉůƵƐ ƌĞĐĞƉƟŽŶ ĂŶĚ ĐŽŵŵŽŶ ůŝǀŝŶŐ ƐƉĂĐĞ ǁŝƚŚ ƉĂƌŬŝŶŐ ĨŽƌ ĂďŽƵƚ ϭϮ ǀĞŚŝĐůĞƐ͘ KƉƟŽŶ ƚŽ ŬĞĞƉ ƐƵďͲƚĞŶĂŶƚƐ͘

Get set for the busy summer trade. Located directly opposite ƚŚĞ ZLJĞ &ŽƌĞƐŚŽƌĞ ĂŶĚ ǁŽƵůĚ ƐƵŝƚ ƚŚĞ ĮƌƐƚ ƟŵĞ ŽƉĞƌĂƚŽƌ Žƌ downsizer. This business is easily run by a husband and wife ƚĞĂŵ͘ tŝƚŚ ŐƌĞĂƚ ĞdžƉŽƐƵƌĞ͕ ŚŝŐŚ ǀŽůƵŵĞ ĨŽŽƚ ƚƌĂĸĐ ĂŶĚ ŐƌĞĂƚ ůĞĂƐĞ ĐŽŶĚŝƟŽŶƐ͕ ƚŚŝƐ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ŝƐ ǁĞůů ǁŽƌƚŚ ŝŶƐƉĞĐƟŶŐ͘

This long standing business, based on the Mornington WĞŶŝŶƐƵůĂ͕ ŝƐ ƉĞƌĨĞĐƚ ĨŽƌ Ă ŵĂƌƌŝĞĚ ĐŽƵƉůĞ͘ dŚĞ ĮŐƵƌĞƐ ƐƚĂĐŬ up very well and are steady all year round. The business closes for four weeks over Christmas. With cheap rent and ĞdžĐĞůůĞŶƚ ƉƌŽĮƚƐ ƚŚŝƐ ŽŶĞ ǁŝůů ŶŽƚ ůĂƐƚ͘

For Sale: $295,000 ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

>ĞĂƐĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ Ψϰ͕ϭϲϳƉĐŵ н '^dнK' Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ Ψϭϳϵ͕ϬϬϬ н ^ s ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ ZƵƐƐĞůů DƵƌƉŚLJ ϬϰϬϳ ϴϯϵ ϭϴϰ

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ Ψϭϵϵ͕ϱϬϬ ǁĂůŬͲŝŶͲǁĂůŬͲŽƵƚ ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

For Sale - Mornington

AUCTION - Mornington

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WƌŽƉĞƌƟĞƐ &Žƌ >ĞĂƐĞ OFFICES FOR LEASE ;DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ ƵŶůĞƐƐ ƐƉĞĐŝĮĞĚͿ 29 Main Street - 80m2

ΨϭϬϬϬƉǁн'^dнK' ; ǀĂŝů :ĂŶ ϭƐƚ ϮϬϭϱͿ

2 Seventh Ave Rosebud - 95sqm

ΨϱϲϬƉǁ н '^d н K'

28 Main Street - From 12sqm

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Cafe Corner This prominent café is situated in a well-established ƐŚŽƉƉŝŶŐ ĐĞŶƚƌĞ ŽŶ Ă ďƵƐLJ ĐŽƌŶĞƌ ƐŝƚĞ͘ dŚĞ ŽǁŶĞƌ ŝƐ ƌĞƟƌŝŶŐ and reluctantly selling this business. Good takings and long lease. Ready for your personal touch.

&Žƌ ^ĂůĞ Ͳ ƌŽŵĂŶĂ

ĂĨĞ /Ŷ ƵƐLJ ƌĐĂĚĞ

ǀĞƌLJ ƌĂƌĞ ŽĐĐƵƌĂŶĐĞ ƚŽ ďƵLJ Ă ŚŝŐŚ ƉƌŽĮůĞ ŵĞĚŝĐĂů ƉƌĂĐƟĐĞ on Nepean Highway, Mornington. Three consultancy rooms, ĂŵƉůĞ ĐĂƌ ƉĂƌŬŝŶŐ ĂŶĚ ǀĂĐĂŶƚ ƉŽƐƐĞƐƐŝŽŶ͘ KīĞƌƐ ĐŽŶƐŝĚĞƌĞĚ ƉƌŝŽƌ ƚŽ ĂƵĐƟŽŶ͘

dŚĞ &ŝůůŝŶŐ ^ƚĂƟŽŶ ƉĞƌĨĞĐƚůLJ ƉŽƐŝƟŽŶĞĚ ŽƉƉŽƐŝƚĞ ƚŚĞ ĞŶƚƌŽ ĂŶĚ ŝŶ Ă ĐŽƌŶĞƌ ƉŽƐŝƟŽŶ ŝŶ ƚŚĞ DĂůů ŝŶ ƚŚĞ ĐĞŶƚƌĞ ŽĨ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ ŝƐ ŶŽǁ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ŵĂƌŬĞƚ͘ dŚŝƐ ďƵƐLJ ůŝƩůĞ business comes with a low, low rental and long term lease. Priced to sell

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ ΨϭϬϱ͕ϬϬϬ н ^ s ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

FACTORIES FOR LEASE ;DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ ƵŶůĞƐƐ ƐƉĞĐŝĮĞĚͿ ΨϰϴϬƉǁ н'^dнK'

2/2 Carbine Way – 260sqm

ϭͬϭϵϬϳ &͛ƐƚŽŶ &ůŝŶĚĞƌƐ ZĚ ,ĂƐƟŶŐƐ Ͳ ϰϯϱŵϮ ΨϵϬϬWtн'^dнK' ϰͬϭϵϬϳ &͛ƐƚŽŶ &ůŝŶĚĞƌƐ ZĚ ,ĂƐƟŶŐƐ Ͳ ϰϲϬŵϮ ΨϳϬϬƉǁн'^dнK' Ψϭ͕ϮϴϳƉǁн'^dнK'

129 Mornington Tyabb Rd - 564sqm

ϯͬϰ dƌĞǁŝƩ ƌƚ ƌŽŵĂŶĂ Ͳ ϭϳϬƐƋŵ ΨϯϰϳƉǁн'^dнK'

For Sale - Mornington

AUCTION - Mornington

ΨϮϱϬƉǁ н '^d н K' ΨϮϱϬƉƐƋŵн'^dнK'

326 Main St – 191sqm ΨϭϬϳϲ Ɖǁн'^dнK'

EĞƉĞĂŶ ,ŝŐŚǁĂLJ DĞĚŝĐĂů

ƵĐƟŽŶ͗ &ƌŝĚĂLJ ϭϬƚŚ KĐƚŽďĞƌ Ăƚ ϭϮ͘ϬϬƉŵ ŽŶ ƐŝƚĞ ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ Ψϭϰϵ͕ϵϱϬ н ^ s ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

L3, 2&3/28 Main 11 Railway Gve – Up to 400sqm

7,8 & 9 /27 Progress Street – 40sqm

ΨϭϯϰƉǁн'^dнK' ĞĂĐŚ

ϵͬϳ dƌĞǁŝƩ ŽƵƌƚ͕ ƌŽŵĂŶĂ ʹ ϮϬϬƐƋŵ ΨϰϲϮƉǁн'^dнK'

KĸĐĞ ͬ tĂƌĞŚŽƵƐĞ Ͳ KŶůLJ ϭ ZĞŵĂŝŶŝŶŐ

ΨϭϮϬƉǁн'^dнK'

9/33 Progress St – 135sqm

Ψϯϰϲ Ɖǁн'^dнK'

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2/1891 Pt Nepean Rd Tootgarook – 120sqm ΨϲϱϴƉǁн'^dнK' 1/159 Shoreham Rd Red Hill – 60sqm ΨϱϬϴн'^dнK'

'ƌĞĂƚ >ŽĐĂƟŽŶ

WƌŽĨĞƐƐŝŽŶĂů KĸĐĞ ^ƉĂĐĞ

28/6 Satu Way - 42sqm

SHOPS FOR LEASE ;DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ ƵŶůĞƐƐ ƐƉĞĐŝĮĞĚͿ

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118 Main St – 350sqm WƌŝĐĞ ŽŶ ƉƉůŝĐĂƟŽŶ

^ŽŽŶ ƚŽ ďĞ ĐŽŶƐƚƌƵĐƚĞĚ ǁŝƚŚ ƐƚĂŵƉ ĚƵƚLJ ƐĂǀŝŶŐƐ ŽŶ ŽīĞƌ͕ This factory, which has been converted into professional these 3 well-located premises start from 330 square ŽĸĐĞ ƐƉĂĐĞ ƵƉƐƚĂŝƌƐ ĂŶĚ ĚŽǁŶ ŵĞĂƐƵƌŝŶŐ ϮϲϬƐƋŵ͕ metres with exterior landscaping and security fencing. ŚĂƐ ĚƵĐƚĞĚ ŚĞĂƟŶŐ ĂŶĚ ĐŽŽůŝŶŐ͕ ϲ ĐĂƌ ƐƉĂĐĞƐ ĂŶĚ ŵƵĐŚ ŵŽƌĞ ŝƐ ƚŽ ďĞ ĂƵĐƟŽŶĞĚ ĂŶĚ ŽƵƌ ŝŶƐƚƌƵĐƟŽŶƐ ĂƌĞ ƚŽ ƐĞůů͘ /ŶƐƉĞĐƟŽŶ ǁŝůů ŶŽƚ ĚŝƐĂƉƉŽŝŶƚ͘ Ăůů ŶŽǁ ĨŽƌ ĂŶ ŝŶƐƉĞĐƟŽŶ͘

Extremely well located opposite Centro Shopping Centre, D / >ͬ KE^h>d/E' ZKKD^ &KZ > ^ ƚŚŝƐ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ĞŶũŽLJƐ ŚŝŐŚ ĨŽŽƚ ƚƌĂĸĐ ĂŶĚ ƐƚƌŽŶŐ ƌĞŐƵůĂƌ ĐůŝĞŶƚĞůĞ ŝŶ ƚŚĞ ŚĞĂƌƚ ŽĨ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ͘ ƵƌƌĞŶƚůLJ ŽƉĞƌĂƟŶŐ 956 Nepean Hwy - From 12sqm &ƌŽŵ Ψϱϱϴ Ɖǁн'^dнK' ĂƐ Ă ƐƵĐĐĞƐƐĨƵů ĮƐŚ ĂŶĚ ĐŚŝƉƉĞƌLJ͕ ƚŚĞ Įƚ ŽƵƚ͕ ůŽĐĂƟŽŶ and size of these premises would easily lend itself to a Avail Mid 2015 ŵƵůƟƚƵĚĞ ŽĨ ŚŽƐƉŝƚĂůŝƚLJ ƵƐĞƐ͘

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ &ƌŽŵ ΨϱϴϬ͕ϬϬϬ ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ ZƵƐƐĞůů DƵƌƉŚLJ ϬϰϬϳ ϴϯϵ ϭϴϰ

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ Ψϭϱϱ͕ϬϬϬ н ^ s ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ ZƵƐƐĞůů DƵƌƉŚLJ ϬϰϬϳ ϴϯϵ ϭϴϰ

>Ă WŽƌĐŚĞƩĂ Ͳ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ /ĐŽŶ

For Sale - Mornington

WůĞŶƚLJ KŶ KīĞƌ

Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

&Žƌ ^ĂůĞ Ͳ DŽƵŶƚ ůŝnjĂ

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ϮϬϬƐƋŵ ĂƌĞĂ ŽĨ ƌĞƚĂŝů ĂŶĚ ĐĂĨĠ ŝƐ ĨƵůůLJ ĮƩĞĚ ŽƵƚ ǁŝƚŚ commercial kitchen and grease trap. Nothing to do except move in.

5+5 year lease commenced June 2012.

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ KŶ ƉƉůŝĐĂƟŽŶ ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

Sale Price: $95,000

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This a-la-carte restaurant is situated beach end of Main Street in a lovely double storey building. This restaurant which seats 270 inside and 32 out is a Mornington icon and with huge takings and an excellent lease package, this is worth considering. Ring today for further ŝŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶ͘

ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

ϭϯϭ dĂŶƟ ǀĞ ʹ ϮϬϬƐƋŵ ΨϵϲϮ Ɖǁн'^dнK'

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For Sale - Mornington

ƵĐƟŽŶ͗ &ƌŝĚĂLJ ϯƌĚ KĐƚŽďĞƌ Ăƚ ϭϮƉŵ ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

&ƌĞĞŚŽůĚ &ĂĐƚŽƌLJ &ĂĐƚŽƌLJ ƐŚŽǁƌŽŽŵ ŽĨ ĂƉƉƌŽdž͘ ϭϲϬƐƋŵ ĂŶĚ ŽĸĐĞ ŽĨ 19sqm includes powder room and kitchen/dining area.

Upstairs comprises of 50sqm carpeted mezzanine with ďŽĂƌĚ ƌŽŽŵ͕ ĞŶƐƵŝƚĞ͕ ŬŝƚĐŚĞŶĞƩĞ ĂŶĚ ƐƚŽƌĂŐĞ ĐƵƉďŽĂƌĚƐ͘ Four car spaces and 24hour security monitor system are also included.

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ ΨϮϲϵ͕ϬϬϬ н'^d ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

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Cafe Maison and Larder Bar has just had a makeover and is on the market. One of Mt Eliza’s premier restaurants specialising in modern Australian cuisine, is fully licenced,a long term lease, low rent, large takings and low asking price. Recently approved council plans for outside at front of café. The perfect formula for a quick sale.

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ ΨϮϯϮ͕ϬϬϬ н ^ s ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ <ĞǀŝŶ tƌŝŐŚƚ Ϭϰϭϳ ϱϲϰ ϰϱϰ

1/26 McLaren Place, Mornington, Victoria 3915

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MORNINGTON Welcome to Mornington Main Street Mornington brings the Hinterland and the Seaside together in one convenient and beautiful location. Whether you visit for a day or you’re lucky enough to “live local” – there is something for everyone. With more than 370 retail outlets, restaurants and businesses Main Street Mornington offers a relaxed, friendly atmosphere where you can enjoy a spot of retail therapy, some self-indulgence and an award winning meal all just a stone’s throw from the sparkling sea of the surrounding beaches.

Upcoming Events:

WIN!

Shop Local in Main Street on October 4th to WIN $150 in Main Street Shopping Vouchers - visit us on Facebook to enter.

Mornington Chamber of Commerce 103a Main Street, Mornington Ph: 5975 4522

/MainStreetMornington

Archibald Prize, Oakhill Junior Archies & MPRG Friends Art Award 4 October to 16 November 2014 Mornington Food & Wine Week 10-18 October 2014 Mornington Carols in the Park Saturday 13 December 2014 Mornington Winter Jazz Festival June “Queen’s Birthday Weekend”

Did you know...

Main Street Mornington now offers Shopping Vouchers!

Christmas is just around the corner and if you are stuck searching for that ‘perfect gift’, or simply want to guarantee your place on the ‘good’ list, then a “Main Street Mornington Shopping Voucher” is the perfect purchase for you. Available in $25 and $50 Denominations you can collect yours from Mornington Chamber of Commerce, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.

#MainStreetMornington

MT ELIZA Boutique Mt Eliza

The Village Mt Eliza, one of the Peninsula’s best kept shopping secrets, offers the luxury of a European lifestyle while encapsulating the slowpaced and friendly atmosphere of a bayside village community. With it’s quirky laneways and shady, tree lined streetscape, it is a diverse and bustling hub.

Specializing in unique boutiques and delicious eateries, the eclectic mix of independent businesses cater for every need; from vintage to cutting edge fashions sourced around the world, homewares, gifts and kids wear plus a range of personal pampering services catering to beauty, health and well being. These are complimented by plenty of alfresco cafes, wine bars and amazing restaurants with a diverse culinary mix, all to nourish your appetite.

Farmers’ Market

On the fourth Sunday of every month, the village hosts a popular Farmers’ Market. With over 50 stalls of fresh and gourmet produce, breads, cheeses, condiments and wines, it is well worth a visit.

SHOPPING VOUCHERS NOW AVAILABLE Ring 0403 889 559 for more details.

Mt Eliza Village PO Box 4120, Mt Eliza, 3930 Ph: 0403 889 559

www.mtelizavillage.com.au

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HASTINGS

Come see for yourself, 10 reasons why you should hop in your car right now and visit us!

Come see for yourself, 10 reasons why you should hop in your car right now and visit us!

Oh yeah, they are all FREE! We will be waiting to see you and say “Hello Hastings,“ when you’rethey in town you will be Oh yeah, are and all FREE! sure to get that extra special local treatment!

We will be waiting to see you and say “Hello Hastings,“ when you’re in town and you will be sure to get that extra special local treatment!

www.hellohastings.com.au www.hellohastings.com.au

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VILLAGES OF THE MORNINGTON PENINSULA With a diversity of townships and villages, from commercial hubs, seaside towns and hinterland villages there are approximately 1200 retail outlets across the Mornington Peninsula to enjoy. Each is unique in its own way offering different experiences to both locals and visitors alike. Whether you wish to meander through fashion stores, designer boutiques, craft shops, furniture collections, vintage goods, fresh produce, day spas, cafes and restaurants there is something for everyone.

Get your purse out, shop locally this Saturday 4th October, and support Small Business Day.

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We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just care for our patients we care about them Our success is measured by our patientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; feedback.

The Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey is conducted annually by an external provider, who asks our patients a number of questions about their entire hospital stay. In the most recent Press Ganey Survey 92 (>60%) inpatients responded and gave us an average score of 88.4. This placed us in the 99th percentile and when benchmarked against other private rehabilitation hospital we ranked number 1.

We conduct patient experience surveys and ask them: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why did you choose to come to SJOG Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital?â&#x20AC;?

Here is what our patients had to say1. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My father was a patient 3 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ago and he was looked after so well, he went home so healthy â&#x20AC;&#x153; 2. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The people from the retirement village Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m at have told me how fantastic it was at SJOG Frankston and how their recovery was quickâ&#x20AC;?

3. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My mother was at SJOG Berwick

as a patient and they looked after her so well, that when my oncologist recommended SJOG Frankston to regain my energy I said yes straight away.â&#x20AC;?

4. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I completed â&#x20AC;&#x153;outpatientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; physiotherapy at SJOG Frankston and the physiotherapistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; were so caring and NQHZ WKHLU ÂśVWXII ¡ WKDW ZKHQ , Ă&#x20AC;QDOO\ had to have my hip replacement I made sure that I came back hereâ&#x20AC;?

5. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been a patient here at Frankston, and my care was fantastic and I felt so well when I went home WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW WLPH WKDW , PDGH VXUH , FDPH back after my other knee replacement.â&#x20AC;?

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7. â&#x20AC;&#x153;An acute hospital suggested I come to SJOGF after I had a motor bike accident, they said that it will assist in me returning to home. Also, the nurses that came from SJOG were great and gave me hope that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll recover from my accident.â&#x20AC;?

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here as I need to increase my strength before I go home.â&#x20AC;?

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to have rehab at Frankston as I can increase my strength & return home safely.â&#x20AC;?

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Response - they became more active, support organised for home.â&#x20AC;?

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If high quality physical rehabilitation is important to you or your family, then ask your doctor or surgeon for a referral.Details of our various services are available on our website: www.sjog.org.au/frankston REFERRALS: Outpatient referrals can be sent to: St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital 255-265 Cranbourne Road, Frankston 3199 Fax: (03) 9788 3280 Inpatient referrals can be sent to: Fax: (03) 9788 3304

We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

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The team comprises of two dentists , Dr Sylvia Erian and Dr Mina Habib.

Dr Sylvia has a warm persona and gentle hands and enjoys all aspects of dentistry with a particular interest in children dentistry and treatment of gum disease.

Sylvia was graduated from Cairo University Egypt in 2002. She migrated to Australia with her family in 2009.

In 2010 she passed the Australian exams for dentist qualification at her first attempt. She then started working in multiple private practices and finally decided to open a practice with Mina.

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CURRENTLY RUNNING Happy Crafters, Candle Making, Hot Trotters Walking Group, IPAD and Tablet for Beginners, Social Games, Seniors Computer Tuition, Digital Homework Club, Social Sewing, Community Singing, Reiki, Art with Robbie, Breastfeeding Drop in Clinic, Italian for All, Card Night, Hot Chefs, Beginners Guitar , Chess Club, Bowen Therapy & Seniors Internet Kiosk.

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Ageing Well goes hi-tech

PENINSULA Health’s hugely successful Ageing Well Expo is back for the ninth year with a group of IT experts eager to help expo-goers with all things technology.

Event organiser Nikki Best said the expo, which expects to attract over 1200 attendees, gives older people the chance to explore the many different ways in which they can age positively, including using the latest technology.

“Health-related apps and ‘wearables’ are on the rise. There are apps to remind you when to take medication, to track how far you’ve walked or even help with rehabilitation exercises.

“There’s so many ways people can use technology to age well, all they need is a helping hand to get started. That’s why we want expogoers to bring along their iPads, mobile phones and lots of questions for our tech team - a keen group of students from Monash University,” Mrs Best said.

For the first time there will also be workshops throughout the day to allow people to learn, share and discuss topics including reducing risk of dementia, activities for carers, planning for the future and cooking for one.

“It’s a fantastic informative event; with more than 80 displays from local health, council services and other community organisations,” \ Mrs Best said.

As well as entertainment, information and group activities, expo-goers can test their blood pressure, hearing, balance and diabetes risk in the dedicated health screening room.

The event is free and refreshments are provided throughout the day. There is ample parking and the venue has disability access throughout.

The Ageing Well Expo will be held on Wednesday 8 October, 9.30am – 2.00pm at New Peninsula Baptist Church, 370 Craigie Road, Mount Martha.

Free transport is available from Frankston, Mornington, Blairgowrie and Hastings. To book a seat call Peninsula Transport Assist on 9708 8241. Bus RSVP close on Friday 3 October.

The Peninsula Health event is held in partnership with Mornington Peninsula Shire, Brotherhood of St Laurence, Frankston City Council, Frankston and Mornington Peninsula Medicare Local and National Seniors Australia.

St John’s celebrates 30th LAST Tuesday evening saw the largest function ever held at St. John’s Retirement Village being the culmination and celebration of 30 years of service to the local and broader community.

The Board of Directors invited two hundred residents and guests including Mayor Cr Antonella Celi and State Member for Hastings, Neale Burgess MP, to share a lovely dinner and to reminisce about the village from its earliest beginnings to the present day. One of the highlights of the evening was the presentation to two long-time residents, Mrs Dorothy Turner and Mrs Phyl Geyer.

Both ladies have enjoyed living at St. John’s

Village for 30 years and have been very involved in the social activities. The Residents Association also presented the Village Manager, Mrs Wendy Rae with a beautiful rhododendron for the 21 years she has been employed by the Village.

Guests viewed photos from the early days and laughed at a hilarious DVD of residents and staff dancing to the song “Happy”.

There was a great sharing of joy and laughter throughout the entire evening making this a much talked about event that will be remembered fondly for many years to come.

St Johns Retirement Village is at 45 Park Lane, Somerville. Phone 5977 6955.

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Discover how to lead a healthy and active life Bring your iPads, mobile phones and questions for the IT experts

This month’s edition of our newsletter will be available online.

Visit us at www www.hastingsclub.com.au

Membership

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100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...

Six military horses cause chaos Compiled by Melissa Hodge MESSRS A. Scott and Co. will hold their usual monthly sale at Tanti on Monday next, when they will have a good yarding of dairy and other cattle, sheep, farm and dairy utensils. *** MR J. Cuthbert sailed on Wednesday, by the Otway, for England, his uncle (Sir Alric Churchward) having sent for him to attend the Commission in Royal Artillery. *** THE friends of Mr Cyril Twining will be pleased to learn that he is able to resume his duties, his arm which was broken by an accident some weeks ago, being quite recovered. *** AT St. Paul’s Church of England.

Frankston, on Sunday next, special collections will be taken for the Home Mission fund of the Church. Out of this fund 60 parishes around Melbourne are helped, and many other activities of the church are financed.

Rev G. A. Kitchen, on Sunday last, told the congregation that true patriotism meant sacrifice, and that those who were giving so well to the Patriotic Fund should up their subscriptions to the funds for local needs. *** THE Spring Meeting of the Mornington Racing Club is to take place at the Drywood estate racecourse on Tuesday, 8th December next. Among the improvements to be made at the course will be a saddling paddock and an up to date stewards’ room, with

balcony.

The members’ season tickets (for two meetings) were fixed at 7s 6d ; admission to course, 2s, and to course and paddock 5s. *** MRS. J. W. Swords, of Victoria Villa, Hutton street, Dandenong, died on Friday morning last, aged 93 years. The deceased lady was born at Nenagh, Ireland, on April 21, 1821, and came of a good old English family, her mother being one of the Falkners, of Bushy Park and Mount Falkner, county of Tipperary.

She married in 1839 James Walter Swords, whose father was a coloursergeant in the famous Black Watch, and spent the rest of his days as librarian at Somerset, House, London.

They emigrated to Australia in March 1840, in the sailing ship Teresa (Captain Wood,) arriving at Liardet’s Beach, now Port Melbourne, after a five months’ voyage.

Mr Swords came out under engagement to Mr Thomas Strode, of the “Port Phillip Patriot.” Mr Swords was employed as shipping reporter on the “Patriot”, and afterwards journeyed overland to Portland, where he founded the first provincial paper, the Portland “Guardian.”

In 1851 he had amassed considerable landed property in Bourke street and at Collingwood which was then open country, and was building freely, when the goldfields rush took place, and he was left with a number of half-finished houses on his hands, and

was sold up by the money-lenders.

In 1860 he established the Bacchus Marsh “Guardian,” and in 1874 the Dandenong “Advertiser,” now the property of Messrs. Henry Falkner and F. W. Swords. Mr Swords predeceased his wife 30 years ago.

Mrs Swords was the mother of 13 children, the eldest being the late Mrs Henry Scarborough, of Frankston. *** AFTER the performance of “Who’s Who,” the members of St Paul’s Club gave a supper to. Mr C. Elis and presented him with a large aluminium kettle as a wedding gift. *** OWING to the unsettled state of the weather, and the splendid rains, which we hoped would be general, the Progress Association were unable to continue the “War of weeds and thistles” at the Frankston cemetery, but we hope that the good work will be continued when the opportunity offers. The association expect to organize another working bee shortly. *** THE Frankston Choral Society held their usual rehearsal on Monday night. The members were very enthusiastic over the madrigals Mr Earp is teaching.This is an advanced form of choral music, and is very attractive and tuneful. The members are to be congratulated on their initial efforts.

An advertisement in another column draws attention to an alteration in the arrangements for the next choral practice. Owing to the Mechanics bring

occupied on Monday evening the choral will practice in the Mechanics on Wednesday at 8pm. A good muster is expected. *** A SPLENDID response is being made to the appeal for eggs made by our Patriotic Committee. Mr W. W. Richardson has already received over 40 dozen eggs, and these will be forwarded to the troops as soon as arrangements can be made. This is indeed a worthy object, and thanks are due to Mr Hocking for his suggestion, and Mr Bert Shannon and Mr Richardson, for the trouble they have taken. *** SIX horses attached to the ammunition wagon near the military barracks became unmanageable about 2.30pm on Tuesday last and bolted along St Kilda Road, causing great excitement.

Three of the horses were mounted by soldiers. They galloped madly along the road with the wagon bumping in the rear and the riders trying to swerve them out of the way of approaching traffic.

As the bolting horses approached the Homoeopathic Hospital the lead stumbled and in a moment the five animals were down in a heap. The riders were buried amongst them.

Archibald McFarlane, 28, driver, attached to the Expeditionary Force, sustained concussion and trauma injury to the left shoulder and was taken to the Homoeopathic Hospital for treatment.

One of the horses fell against the dummy of a tram and unseated a passenger, Mrs McEwan, 23, of Mainroad, Ringwood, Mrs McEwan’s nose and face were cut through coming in contact with the metal road, and she had to receive attention at the hospital, the two other drivers escaped serious injury. *** DON’T TOSS THE BABY. THE throwing a baby into the air and catching him again is always a risky practice, certain though the tosser may be of his quickness of eye and sureness of hands.

A sudden and unexpected movement of the child in his mid-air flight may result in a cruel fall.

A gay young father snatched up his baby boy one morning and tossed him to the ceiling.

Twice the little fellow went flying through the air and came down safely into the waiting arms. The third time the excited child gave a spring of delight as his father’s hands released him, plunged forward, and pitching over the father’s shoulder, fell head downward to the floor.

When the poor child came out of the stupor in which he lay for hours, it was found that, although no bones had been broken, the brain had sustained an injury that would in all probability render the child an imbecile.

From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 3 October, 1914.

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I.C.U.R.A.V.I.P. (or, how to buy a rap superstar)

By Stuart McCullough AT first I misunderstood. I was waiting for a take away coffee when an email appeared in my inbox without warning from a large department store. The subject line declared: VIP Sale – Hurry last days!

I know for a fact that ‘VIP’ stands for ‘Very Important Person’ and not, as I’d previously thought, ‘Voluptuous Idiot Pants’. I don’t know much about VIP sales except they’re about as frequent as a visit by Halley’s Comet.

There was not a second to lose.

Instantly, I leapt to my feet and abandoned my low-fat soy latte with half an artificial sweetener. Away from the madding crowd, my fingers worked furiously to type out the only question anyone would want to ask when time was so clearly of the essence.

According to Macy’s, I must act now or forever hold my peace or someone else’s peace in the event that I had been careless and temporarily misplaced my own.

‘OMG.’ (I was, after all, using a mobile phone.) ‘THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME KNOW’, I replied.

‘I HAD ABSOLUTELY NO IDEA!’ (Thank goodness for predictive text.)

I’ve been told that using upper case for emails can be interpreted as aggressive, to which I generally respond with violence, preferably using a piece of rubber hose.

Then, without wasting so much as another nanosecond, I asked the one question that had been burning inside me from the moment I received the email – ‘REGARDING YOUR VIP

SALE: HOW MUCH FOR KANYE WEST?’ It’s been said that the internet connects people in an instant. To this time, however, I’ve received no response.

At first I thought I was too late – maybe someone else had decided Kanye West would be the perfect toothbrush holder, Christmas ornament or pot plant stand and snapped him up. Perhaps I’d have to settle for David Bowie as an au pair or Ricky Gervais as my shoe butler. Granted, it’s not quite as awesome as having Mr. Kardashian on hand for use – say – as a human couch cushion, but life is (if nothing else) a series of

compromises.

But before I could say so much as ‘I’ll take two Betty Whites and a packet of Bill Cosbys’ I was struck by a thought with the force of a Ford Cortina trying to sneak through a pedestrian crossing: what if Macy’s were not selling VIPs, but inviting them to a sale? What if I was, in fact, a Very Important Person?

In a split second, a warm sense of satisfaction washed over me – I’d been waiting for this day my whole life.

Being declared a VIP has been something on my bucket list for yonks. Frankly, I thought it might take a little longer to attain such an

exulted status and, to be honest, now that I’ve achieved my life’s ambition I’m not really sure what I’m going to do with my time.

This changes everything. Forget queuing up. Whether it’s for the tram or the movies, being an internationally recognized VIP ought to carry with it certain privileges.

Actually, forget the tram – I deserve a limo. And a motorcade. Maybe a security detail, preferably in a helicopter.

There should be merchandise featuring my name and image. T-shirts, lunchboxes and an unauthorized biography would be the tip of a very profitable mountain.

After years dedicated to being very, very ordinary, my inner wonderfulness has suddenly been spotted, and from quite a distance too.

To be considered ‘important’ by a twerp or a dead-set nong is no comfort. I, on the hand, have had my all-round awesomeness recognized by a major corporation based in another continent.

All of us, I think, aspire to greatness. Indeed, YouTube was invented to make the whole idea of greatness more achievable. Unbeknownst to me, I have succeeded in becoming great without even realizing. Which, of course, is fantastic.

I grew up around important people.

I knew this not because of anything they said but because their cars told me so.

When I was a kid, lots of people had a sticker on the front window of their vehicles with the McDonald’s

logo and the initials ‘VIP’.

I had no idea what it took to be considered important to Ronald McDonald. Was it an honour they dished out to anyone who actually ate their pickles or was some act of bravery required?

I’d be quite willing kick the Hamburglar right in the junior fries or rescue Grimace from a burning building if required.

I might even be ready to take a bullet for Mayor McCheese.

As I imagined it, being a VIP at McDonalds came with unimaginable benefits – from complimentary upsizing to diplomatic immunity. I was jealous and I wanted to be part of it.

Sadly, it was not to be.

Even though Macys has (belatedly) conceded that I am a very important person, they’ve done precious little about it beyond sending the email.

There’s been no limo, no security detail and Kanye West isn’t returning my calls. At this rate, I’ll have to record an outrageously derogatory rap record just to get his attention. I doubt my packet of Bills Cosbys will arrive before Christmas and, sadly, I don’t think they’ll have Chevy Chase in my size. Suddenly, I don’t feel that important. In fact, I feel downright ordinary.

Maybe that’s all right. Everyone’s a very important person in his or her own way. Perhaps I’ll do some shopping – it never fails to make me feel better. I think I’ll start by getting a pair of Voluptuous Idiot Pants. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

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School holiday guide Free Interactive Native Animal Presentation Sept 30 – Oct 4 Come and meet a bearded dragon, green tree frog, carpet python, laughing kookaburra and a baby wombat these holidays at Karingal Hub. Kings Fast Track Holiday Program Sept 30 – Oct 3 It is a well-researched fact that a short burst of intensive learning accelerates motor skill development. Book now for Kings Mornington Fast Track Holiday with specialised trainers and small class sizes.

Make your own Hula Hoop and a Hula Hoop Workshop Sept 29 – Oct 4 Make your own hula hoop and then join the workshop to learn how to use it. Free fun for school aged children at The Gateway, Langwarrin.

Breathe Life Kids Class Oct 3 Looking for a fun, free activity for your child? Join the Breathe Life Mind Body Fitness classes for kids 2.5–12yrs. Bookings essential.

Spring Seedling Planting Sept 29 – Oct 4 Plant a seedling to take home and watch it grow. Free school holiday activity at Mornington Central.

Bellarine Railway Enjoy a scenic journey with the family onboard the Bellarine Railway’s heritage trains. Family holiday specials include magic, cowboy & cowgirl shows.

Mad Hatter’s Tea Party Wed – Fri It’s always tea time these school holidays at High Tea in Paris, Mornington. Special Mad Hatter’s Tea Party Menu. Bookings essential.

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Free Family Farm Talks at Pure Peninsula Honey Running every day these school holidays, don’t miss the chance to learn about bees, walk through a mock apiary and enjoy the honey.

Oak Hill Gallery School Holiday Art Program These daily workshops offer young artists a chance to develop their basic visual art skills and gain confidence in their abilities.

Showtime at Rain Hayne & Shine Farm A farmtastic day out with a Grand Parade daily at 1pm. Additional show features include optional pony rides and showbags.

Pelican Park School Holiday Program Featuring 8 days of action–packed fun and activities including pool party, thunderbolt inflatable and pool play.

Hinterland Scarecrow Festival Come and experience this free family activity and tour the trail of Scarecrow Creations and Fabulous Farmyard Art.

Meet our baby T–Rex Sept 29 – Oct 3 The ultimate dinosaur experience.

Meet the baby T–Rex when he makes a special visit to Rosebud Plaza. Get up close and hear him roar!

Junior Ranger Programs Spring is a great time to join one of the great Junior Ranger programs being held at The Briars, Point Nepean, Cranbourne Gardens or around Frankston.

Holiday Fun at your Local Library Your local library holds some fantastic workshops and activities for kids and teens during each school holiday, with many free to enjoy.

Cranbourne Gardens Join one of the fun activities such as Fairies & Elves in Bloom, Spring Seed Hands, Pot Up a Plant, Night Prowl or their Junior Rangers Program.

Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs Sept 28 – Oct 4 Bring the kids along to this slightly quirky, always funny musical live on stage presented by the Peoples Playhouse at Cranbourne Community Theatre.

Life is a Circus Oct 4–5 See youth circus, Hip Cat, showcase their amazing talents in this production at the Frankston Arts Centre.

Weekend Events 4 & 5 October Free Interactive Native Animal Presentation, Karingal Free Pure Peninsula Honey Family Farm Talks Showtime at Rain, Hayne and Shine Farmyard Free Spring Seedling Planting, Mornington Hinterland Scarecrow Festival Free Hooparific! Make your own Hula Hoop, Langwarrin MS Mega Swim, Hastings Red Hill Community Market Christof! The Clown Free Shows, Cranbourne Rye Foreshore Market Studebaker Car Club Annual Concours, Rye Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs, Cranbourne Home Harvest Exchange, Mt Martha Sensory Therapy Room Open Day Fundraiser, Hallam Life is a Circus, Frankston Ranger-guided Spotlight Walks at the Briars Rosebud Lions Club Market Mornington Peninsula Healers Market Mornington Railway Heritage Train Rides Pot Up a Plant, Cranbourne Bittern Community Market Frankston Sunday Market For all the details on these and other upcoming events visit our online calendar at www.peninsulakids.com.au. If you would like your event listed for free, email info@peninsulakids.com.au

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TRAILER, 10 X 5 Tandem, with slide out ramps, REG U26 881 $2,800 ONO Chris 0411 233 397 TRUE STAR, 2008 Bilby, 17ft, brand new awning, brand new annexe, EC, fridge and more, $23,500ono. Bill 0404 115 251.

WINDSOR, True Star, 'Sport', pop top, 16ft, '98, island bed, new awning, EC, spotless clean van, NO2-754, $15,900. Call 0438 237 582.

CARAVAN, 13' Statesman, Electrolux, 2 way fridge, 4 burner gas oven with grill, plus range hood, fitted with safety tow, independent suspension, full annexe, reg until 10/14. $8,800.

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CARAVAN, 1997, 17 ft, Full Annexe, makes two rooms, Pneumatic Jockey Wheel, Van Jack, Digital Antenna, Very Good Condition, Roadstar, $16,000 5982 2979

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ARMY JEEP, 1944, new motor, 2 fuel tanks, power assisted brakes, EC, would suit enthusisast or collector, reg number 149063, $28,000 ono without number plates. Neg if number plates req. at extra cost. 0418 536 350.

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HUSTLER Fastrak Zero Turn Mower, Commerical Quality with 16hp Honda engine and 42" deck, As new condition, 133 hours. Extras include armrests, Hour meter, Fully serviced. Paid new $8831.00. Sell for $6800.00 Contact Ross 0419305815 ROWVILLE horsefloat, 2 horse, straight load, registered, removable chest bar/head divider, GC. $6,500. 5629 5623.

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SPEAKER, B&W, floor-standing speaker. DM630N, made in England, working order. $590.

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HOLDEN, VN, 1988, Executive, red, Mag wheels, good condition, 159,000kms, RWC, ZJO-214. Best offer. Cranbourne.

5996 4227.

JACKAROO, 2001, 4x4, 3Ltr, 7 seater manual VG condition, 1AL-1OF, REG until 07/03/15, $5,000. ONO Ph 0404 088 673.

MAZDA UTE, Bravo, 2003, alloy tray, AC, 5 speed manual, just serviced, new thermostat/fuel filter, 287,000kms, dual fuel, reg 03/15, RWC supplied, SCM-506. $5,300. 0459 236 113.

TOYOTA, Corolla Seca CX, 1991, white, 5 speed manual, GC, 8 months reg, WKM-068, $1,500 ono. 0427 697 865.

TOYOTA, Camry, 1996, 4 cylinder, original alloy wheels, CD/ cassette/radio, immobiliser, remote lock, RWC, registered until 14/02/2015, 1CK-4LO. $4500.

0408 657 029.

TOYOTA CAMRY Sedan, 2005, 174,000kms, Registered till December. $5,000ono. 9769 8150 / 0418 408 782.

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JAYCO, Stirling, 2010, poptop, 17.55-6, dual axle, front club lounge, single beds, includes all stirling options and luxuries, EC. $29,000ono. Phone 5979 4798 or 0487 793 933.

JAYCO, Destiny, 2007, poptop, 17'6", dual axle, island bed, front kitchen, air cond, roll out awning, electric water pump, TV, microwave, battery pack, reg. to 04/15. Urgent, must sell, $25,000ono. Phone Rod 0419 001 259. Mt Martha.

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COMMODORE, 2010 VE SV6 Black 67,000kms, Rego to July '15,18" alloy wheels, brand new tyres $19,000 ONO. Immaculate condition. Phone Mick on 0430103533 or 59411210.

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CHILDRENS BEDROOM FURNITURE, timber, including bed, mattress, bedside table, desk and chair, EC, $299. Call Di 0418 561 232.

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FORD, Fairmont Ghia, 1996, 6 cylinder, auto, 244,548kms, new tyres, leather seats, RWC, excellent condition inside and out, well maintained motor, registered 09/15, NRG-720. $5,000ono. 0428 683 784.

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JURGENS POP TOP, 2008, 16ft, large 3 way fridge, microwave, tv, DVD, roll out awning, full annexe, dbl bed, AC, easy tow, many extras, EC, $23,000. Phone 0422 171 896 or 5625 4876.

ONSITE CARAVAN, with AC, aluminium annexe, sited Fiveways Caravan Park Dingley.

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The cost of winning a flag

Football teams of the year THE Nepean and Peninsula League Team’s of the Year were announced at the presentation night this month. There were 63 players selected by the coaches in Nepean League, while Peninsula League coaches chose 62 different players.

The final team was selected purely on weight of numbers.

The coaches of the year, Scott Mathers (Peninsula: Frankston YCW) and Duane Annable (Nepean: Crib Point), picked themselves after both of their clubs finished clear on top of the ladder in the home and away season.

The Most Valuable Players, Anthony Barry (Peninsula) and Leigh Poholke (Nepean) were selected after receiving the most number of nominations fromr the coaches.

The teams are: Peninsula League FB: Kevin Lylak (YCW) Warwick Miller (Mornington) HB: Byron Barry (YCW) Paul Rebeschini (Bonbeach) C: Jackson Casey (Bonbeach) Adrian Speedy (Mornington) HF: Matthew Clark (Edi-Asp) Jackson Calder (Mornington) FF: Guy Hendry (Pines) David Bodley (YCW) Rucks: Ash Eames (YCW) Mark Tyrell (Bonbeach)

Steve Mannix (Edi-Asp) Anthony Barry (YCW) Brent Bowden (Edi-Asp) Beau Muston (Langwarrin) Shane McDonald (Bonbeach) Rohan Healsey (Mt Eliza)

Interchange: Brad Tagg (Edi-Asp) Michael Gay (Mornington) Matt Clifford (Bonbeach) George Angelopolous (Karingal) Coach: Scott Mathers (YCW) MVP: Anthony Barry (YCW) Up for the cup: Sorrento celebrated winning the Nepean League Grand Final against Crib Point last Saturday (20 September) 15.10 (100) to 5.12 (42).

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By Toe Punt THE past 12 months of preparation, long hours, recover sessions, cold winter training nights, sweat, tears and sacrifice all came down to two hours on Saturday and Sunday – the 2014 Nepean and Peninsula League grand finals.

Congratulations to all involved in the Sorrento, Crib Point, Frankston YCW and Mornington Football Clubs for making it to the most important game of the season.

However, it’s at this time that we need to reflect on what it took to get these two teams here.

Getting to a grand final doesn’t just stop with the 35-odd players who have represented each of the grand final clubs throughout the home and away season.

Getting to the Grand Final starts with the president and their executives for the tireless effort that they put in, week-in, week-out. Whilst the players and coaches get the adulation, it’s these ‘behind the scenes’ people who keep the place ticking over. Their only reward is seeing their clubs succeed.

There’s the people who man the gates, mark the grounds, do the time keeping, sell raffle tickets, sell the beverages, man the canteen and barbecues, manage the scoreboard, clean the rooms, work behind the social club bar, run the water

and so on who are the backbone and lifeblood of the footy club.

Then, there’s the coaches and their support teams, who do so much more than turning up to training, putting out witches hats, telling players what to do and how to do it and rocking-up on match day with a whiteboard. For these guys, their season begins the very minute the last one finishes – blowing wind up the backsides of their own players to keep them at the club, telling potential recruits how good they are in a bid to entice them to their club, ensuring practice matches and grounds are organised and making sure they have a committed and hardened team wanting success.

So, when the 44 players turned up to the two grounds last weekend, they needed to remember that there was so much more on the line than them tasting premiership glory.

Every kick, handball, mark, tackle, shepherd, block and sacrifice was felt and shared by so many more than those wearing the same jumper as the players on the field.

For Sorrento and Frankston YCW, they felt the ultimate joy after a testing year of football.

For Crib Point and Mornington, they can be satisfied with their outstanding year but disappointed that they weren’t able to bring their best on the most important day of the footy year.

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Nepean League FB: Adam Kirkwood (Rye) HB: Dean Warry (Crib Point) C: Kayle Stringer-Morris (Sorrento) Bombers) HF: Jon Flack (Crib Point) FF: Leigh Poholke (Sorrento) Rucks: James Cook (Crib Point)

Jay Neratzoglou (Dromana) Taylor Stratton (Hastings) Christian Ongarello (Dromana) Harry Larwill (Red Hill) Michael Dillon (Red Hill) Jay Reynolds (Frankston Anthony Bruhn (Dromana) Glenn Boyd (Crib Point) Leigh Treeby (Sorrento)

James Hallahan (Sorrento) Jarryd Douglas (Red Hill) Luke Herrington (Crib Point)

Interchange: Mitch Bosward (Frankston Bombers) Rhett Sutton (Rye) Terry Wheeler (Dromana) Greg Bentley (Rosebud) Coach: Duane Annable MVP: Leigh Poholke

Off the long run: Natalie Plane sends one down the pitch.

Scholarship cricketer aims high RECEIVING a Cricket Australia Indigenous Scholarship has put Natalie Plane on the path to – hopefully – international success.

The Frankston North resident, 18, plays for Melbourne Cricket Club where, last season, she played 18 games in the club’s female first XI, taking 11 wickets at 24.9. She originally played for Pines Cricket Club.

In February Plane was named in Victoria’s first female team at the Imparja Cup – a national Indigenous tournament – where she took five wickets. The team finished third.

She recently returned from the National Cricket Centre in Brisbane where she received specialist coaching.

Plane and three other players were selected by former Australian captain Greg Chappell and the

manager of the centre, Belinda Clark, to receive the scholarship based on their performances in club cricket, at state level and in the Imparja Cup. “The scholarship gives me access to coaches and the skills required to improve my game,” she said. “They’ll be keeping an eye on me and watching my progress.”

The pace bowler says she “loves the people she meets” in cricket and is thrilled with her prospects. “It could take me anywhere – my goal is to make the Australian women’s team.”

With the football season over, cricket is back on the agenda this weekend. Plane is itching to go in Saturday’s opening round against Essendon Maribyrnong Park.

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Cricket season preview: Piners face Hills first up

By IT Gully WITHIN a blink of an eye, the footy gear has been stashed in the top of the cupboard and the cricket gear has been dusted off.

Round one of the Mornington Peninsula Cricket Association season launches on Saturday (4 October) with one day matches scheduled.

In PROVINCIAL, the new kids on the block, Pines, who has recruited well again in the off season, will face Heatherhill at Bruce Park. Pines of course won the District Grand Final against Delacombe Park last season.

Reigning premier Mornington will be favourites again, despite losing a couple of First XI players. Regardless, the Dogs had outstanding depth last season and with a few new faces, will be the team to beat yet again. The Dogs tackle old foe Mt Eliza in the opening round.

Crib Point may have a slow start to the season given two of their most important players, Brad Davidson and

Luke Herrington, were locked down with footy commitments.

Regardless, the Pies will be more than competitive yet again. Their season starts against a new look Long Island, minus Paul Hartle, who has crossed to his original club, Seaford.

Baxter will be without familiar faces Darren and Marc Uccello (Seconds) and Adrian Mack (Langwarrin) this season, however, will continue to be a force. The semi retirements of the Uccello’s and departure of Mack opens the door for some who have been banging it down for a while. A few new faces will also have an impact.

Baxter faces Moorooduc in Round 1.

Sorrento, who went so close to going all the way again last season, faces Peninsula Old Boys in the opening round while Langwarrin will play host to Rye. Both the Old Boys and Demons were a disappointment last season and will be looking to cause upsets in Round 1.

In DISTRICT ranks, there is enormous expectation on Seaford.

Seaford has recruited better than any club this season with league superstar Paul Hartle going back to captain-coach the club.

Whilst Hartle is an enormous coup in his own right, Seaford has been able to retain its list, whilst welcoming back the likes of Faisal Payenda, Andy McMannus and Nick Simpendorfer. A couple of walk-ins off the street have also added some real sting to the team. In the opening round, Seaford plays Hastings at Seaford Reserve.

Carrum goes head to head with Seaford Tigers, who had an enormous opening season last year in District.

Carrum was disappointing and will want to get off to a good start at Roy Dore Reserve.

Baden Powell underperformed last season also and will be up against the young and talented Mt Martha. The Reds are another year older and could be an improver.

Delacombe Park was knocked off in the Grand Final last season after being

overwhelming favourites.

The Parkers need to show what they are made of this season. There is too much talent in this side not to challenge again. The Parkers play Boneo at home in the opening round.

Flinders and Main Ridge will be interesting teams to watch this season and we’ll get a good gauge when they go up against one another in the first round.

In the final game, Somerville tests Red Hill, who won the Sub District flag in dominant circumstances last season.

In Sub District cricket, Ballam Park will be hoping that its luck changes after three years of humiliation.

The Knights have been the whipping boys over the past three years in Provincial and District and have dropped two divisions in that period of time.

The Knights face Tootgarook at Truemans Rd this Saturday.

Balnarring will unveil new recruit and former league medallist David

Ross (Langwarrin) when it hosts Dromana. It is believed that Ross is considering a return to bowling after overcoming a bout of the yips.

The Tigers have really struggled in recent times and will be hoping for a better season. Balnarring at Balnarring is a tough start.

Tyabb and Rosebud go head to head.

Rosebud was inconsistent last season but unveiled some great young talent.

If those young Buds can continue to improve, they should look forward to another good season.

Pearcedale and Frankston YCW will be hoping for good beginnings when they face off.

YCW was a bit like Dad’s Army last season with a lot of old faces. The Stonecats have good kids and they need games in them.

Finally, neighbours Carrum Downs and Skye do battle. The Cougars and Skye were also rans last season and will need to improve significantly if they are to challenge.

King on way, Chelsea plan to rebuild team FOOTY NEWS

By Toe Punt ‘Push-up’ at Pines THINGS just seem to be getting better for Pines.

After announcing the signing of former West Coast Eagle, North Melbourne and Richmond forward Aaron Edwards, it seems Pines will welcome Jake ‘The Push-up’ King next season.

Whilst the Pythons won’t have Jake King for the entire season, he is expected to play in Round 1 and other times throughout the season.

Seagulls add more PENINSULA League cellar dwellers Chelsea have added another couple of big names to their list on the back of securing former Hawthorn premiership player Brent Guerra as coach.

Former Richmond tough man Daniel Connors is the latest addition to the Seagulls, while Port Melbourne superstar Shane Valenti has also crossed to the club.

With two former AFL players and one of the VFL’s best, the Seagulls are sure to improve next season.

However, the recruiting doesn’t

stop there from all reports. It is believed Guerra has a couple more aces up his sleeve.

Demons hunt for coach IN Nepean League, there is a lot of focus on Rye and Sorrento.

The Demons are hopeful that former league medallist Greg Doyle will take on the coaching role.

Former Sorrento premiership player Josh Moore is also in the mix.

He has plenty of good contacts in the Eastern Football League, which is appealing to the Demons. One of those ‘contacts’ is former century goal kicker, Justin Van Unen.

Further down the road at the reigning premiers, there is a hot rumour that coach Troy Schwarze is considering a move to Queensland.

Duane tops off a great year CRIB Point grand final coach and Nepean League team of the year coach, Duane Annable, capped off a wonderful year on a personal level last week after he was awarded with the South East AFL Regional Coach of the Year award.

Annable had tipped Mornington coach Stuart Seagar and Berwick coach Rhys Nisbett for the award.

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