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Walking tall at Wallaroo IT was the dawn of a new era at Wallaroo Primary School on Monday as a new batch of prep pupils, including twins Xander and Callum, took the first steps on their learning journey. Previously known as Hastings Westpark, the state primary school has undergone a transformation with a new name, new uniform and new approach to learning. The rebranded and reinvigorated school has introduced an innovative new learning system, the Walker Learning Approach, which principal Mark Watters said had already brought promising results and had been quickly embraced by teachers, parents and pupils. Walker Learning is based on years of research to “personalise teaching and learning, combining the need for children to be active participants in their education through handson, creative exploration and investigation alongside formal instruction�. Mr Watters said Wallaroo was looking forward to a “bright and successful future� as the only state government school on the peninsula to fully implement the Walker Approach across all grades.

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Abandon port: coast study

By Mike Hast A NEW report calls for Western Port’s coastline to be protected and the proposed Port of Hastings expansion to be abandoned.

The recommendation is in The Coast is Unclear: an uncertain future for nature along the Victorian coast released on Sunday by Victorian National Parks Association.

It calls for the western shoreline of Port Phillip to be protected from port development, the so-called Bay West

option that rivalled Hastings until the Coalition government declared it favoured Western Port for a new container facility.

The Port of Hastings should be left as it is and the state government should be “consolidating the ports of Melbourne, Geelong and Portland�.

Another recommendation that affects the Mornington Peninsula is a call to abandon construction of the proposed Southern Peninsula Aquatic Centre on the coastal reserve at Rose-

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CFA News Fire Restrictions are now in force CFA declares the Fire Danger Period at the onset of warmer weather when fires in the open air are legally restricted. This is to help prevent fires from starting as dry vegetation and hot weather increase the incidence of fires accidentally starting and spreading.

These restrictions are in place until 1 May unless revoked or varied. In State forests, National, State and Regional Parks and on protected public land, fire restrictions are in force all year round. Contact local DSE and Parks Victoria offices for advice on fire restrictions for these areas.

The penalties for lighting fires illegally during the Fire Danger Period and on Total Fire Ban Days include large fines and possible imprisonment.

During this period, permits are required for anyone to light a fire in the open. Permits can be downloaded directly from the CFA website or you can call your CFA Regional Office on 9767 1800.

Fire Danger Ratings The Fire Danger Rating predicts how a fire would behave if one started, including how difficult it would be to put out. The higher the rating, the more dangerous the conditions.

The rating is your trigger to act, so to stay safe you need to stay aware of the Fire Danger Rating in your district. During the fire season, the Fire Danger Rating will feature in weather forecasts and be broadcast on radio and TV and appear in some newspapers.

It can also be found on the CFA website or by calling the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667

Total Fire Bans Total Fire Bans are declared by CFA on days when fires are likely to spread rapidly and be difficult to control.

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On a day of Total Fire Ban you can’t light any kind of fire outside, including campfires or bonfires. The same goes for your barbecue if it uses liquid fuel, or a solid fuel such as wood, charcoal or briquettes.

To find out exactly what you can and can’t do on a Total Fire Ban day, go to cfa.vic.gov.au or call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667.

Reporting Illegal Burn off During the declared Fire Danger Period Residents who suspect illegal burning off during the Declared Fire Danger Period should report it to the Police on 000. The CFA website cfa.vic.gov.au provides information on what people can and can’t do during the Declared Fire Danger Period and Days of Total Fire ban.

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Cricketers stump up for the cause CRIB Point Cricket Club president Ricky Thompson had no hesitation in joining hundreds of other clubs using pink stumps to help the McGrath Foundation’s efforts to help women with breast cancer.

“Pink Stumps Day is something that really hits home for me personally as my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer in January 2008,” Thompson said.

“Fortunately, she was one of the lucky ones and by October 2008 she was in remission.

“It’s been a constant battle for the past five years and I can safely say my mother is without a doubt the toughest person I know. She is my hero.

“The thing is, this is just my story.

There are many families who have been affected by breast cancer in and around our club with hero stories of their own.”

Thompson said playing with pink stumps on 22 February was “the perfect way for the club to show its support and do its bit to help such a great cause”.

Crib Point is one of 1000 teams around the country participating on the day, which has been an annual event since 2011.

In that time, more than 2500 clubs, schools, communities and businesses have raised more than $2.3 million for the foundation.

This year’s $1 million target comes at the same time as the foundation

announced it had 100 McGrath breast care nurses working nationally.

The foundation wants every family experiencing breast cancer in Australia to have access to a breast care nurse.

Pink Stumps Day sees clubs invite friends, family and the community to join them at a women’s “high tea”, live entertainment, raffles, auctions and guest speakers.

The foundation was set up following the death in 2008 of Jane McGrath, wife of former Test cricketer Glenn McGrath.

She was 42 when she died, 11 years after being disgnosed with breast cancer.

Her experience saw a team of passionate and dedicated people come together to take on the challenge of making life easier across Australia for families experiencing breast cancer by funding McGrath Breast Care Nurses nationally.

To find out more about the foundation, visit www. mcgrathfoundation.com.au or on Facebook (mcgrathfoundation), Twitter (mcgrathfdn) or Instagram (mcgrathfoundation).

In the pink: Crib Point Cricket Club secretary Craig Newton, left, Dianne Thompson and her son, club president Ricky Thompson, are supporting the McGrath Foundation’s Pink Stumps Day. Picture: Yanni

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Stellar summer for tourism business TOURISM operators on the peninsula have had a stellar season so far with many reporting a 20 per cent or higher jump in sales and bookings on last year.

Final figures are still being compiled for Mornington Peninsula Shire’s annual summer round-up, which will be presented to the community and the council this month.

Some accommodation operators have reported a large increase in visitors from Asia, and many tourists from overseas and Australia stayed longer and spent more.

Not everything has been smooth sailing with unseasonal windy weather and rough seas hampering Port Phillip cruises.

Some operators reported the highest-ever number of cancelled boat trips in December and January.

The four-day heatwave mid-January, the hottest ever recorded, was a double-edged sword with some holiday village owners reporting sales of pre-prepared meals, salad and wines “going through the roof”.

But the blistering heat kept golfers away from the peninsula’s world-class courses. Late or last-minute bookings influenced by the weather are becoming the norm.

Foreshore campers are increasingly extending their bookings through to Easter.

The cherry on the tourism cake was just that – cherry farmers said the season had been a bumper one with farms sold out on many days due to increased numbers of visitors.

Peninsula Link freeway being opened all summer has been partly responsible for the increase in business. Many Melburnians have realised they can drive to the peninsula in about an hour.

Final figures are likely to show that the peninsula’s population increased by more than 70,000 people over summer. The number of day-trippers also is likely to be far higher than last summer.

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CFA issues bushfire warning PROPERTY owners in the Western Port region are being urged to prepare for bushfires.

Somerville CFA Captain Allan Monti says there have already been hundreds of fires across the state and “being prepared makes you safer from bushfires”.

“Mornington Peninsula’s mix of a booming holiday population and resort towns with just one road in and one out makes it important that every member of the community – residents and holidaymakers – is ready,” Captain Monti said.

His warnings came in the same week that fire bans came into force on the peninsula.

“Having a good plan for your family’s safety means every member is alert on days of high fire danger and knows what to do straight away if there’s a fire in the area,” he said.

“Good preparation means you’re not caught out if something goes wrong – a missed warning, a power failure, a road closure or just bad decisions made in a hurry.”

He said the “simple message” was that “fire safety starts with you”.

“Somerville fire brigade volunteers have a simple tip to get you started: have a batterypowered radio and a torch where you can easily find them. They will come in handy if there is a power failure, whether it is bushfire-related or not.

Captain Monti said weather conditions and fire warnings were available at the state gov-

Mopping up: Somerville firefighter Lloyd Hocking makes sure a fire is out.

ernment’s www.emergency.vic.gov.au website and an information kit could be ordered by calling the bushfire information line on 1800 240 667.

“Your local CFA volunteers are trained, qualified and ready to protect the community, and we want you to be ready, too, because fire safety starts with you,” he said.

Victoria has 60,000 CFA volunteers, and CFA brigades protect 60 per cent of suburban Melbourne, regional cities and all of country Victoria every day and night of the year.

Fires bans now in place mean no fires can be lit in the open air across the peninsula, Frankston or on French Island.

During the ban, fires cannot be lit in the open air without a written permit from CFA

or the municipal fire prevention officer at Mornington Peninsula and Frankston councils.

Anyone lighting a fire in the open without a permit faces fines of $17,000 and or 12 months’ imprisonment.

Barbecues and fires for cooking and warmth do not require a permit, but must be lit in properly constructed fireplaces and not used in winds exceeding 10km/h.

For more information about getting ready for the fire season, visit cfa.vic.gov.au or call 1800 240 667.

A map showing fire restriction across Victorian municipalities is at www.cfa.vic.gov. au/warnings-restrictions/can/ Keith Platt

Families struggle to meet school costs

By Chris Brennan RECORD numbers of Western Port and peninsula families are seeking emergency assistance as back-toschool costs push household budgets beyond the brink.

Charity groups warn that more families are unable to meet basic living costs, especially after the Christmas holiday period, and the added burden for parents of school-aged children of uniforms, textbooks, camps and school service fees was proving too much.

Mornington Community Information and Resource Centre manager Lisa Elliott said families were often being forced to cut back on food and other essentials to pay schooling costs.

“Over the past two weeks, we’ve given out 60 per cent more food vouchers than in the preceding weeks, so that’s up on the Christmas period, which is traditionally our busiest period of the year for emergency relief,” she said.

“We’re also seeing a lot of people accessing our services for the first time, so that tells us more and more people are being pushed into crisis.

“Many families have exhausted their finances over Christmas and the holidays and simply can’t afford back-toschool expenses.

“It’s terrible to see families forced to make the choice between buying a pair of school shoes or going without food, but that’s the position many of them are in now.”

Ms Elliott she warned things were set to get even worse for parents of school-aged children, with state and federal governments cutting off hundreds of dollars in payments designed to help meet school expenses.

“I can’t imagine how people are going to make ends meet when the school bonus is cut off,” she said. “They’ll be forced to make even tougher choices than they do now. It will bite families

very hard and we’re very concerned about where things are heading.”

Good Shepherd’s Mornington Peninsula family solutions manager Colin Valentine agreed, saying children forced to miss out on activities such as school camps or excursions due to limited money often felt excluded and isolated, which could have a dramatic effect on their overall education.

“It’s a very tough time of year for parents,” he said. “Finances are already stretched in meeting just the basics of life such as rent, utilities and food, so the added cost of school expenses can be a cause of great distress.

“There are often school camps at the start of the year, which are important for bonding and building a sense of belonging within the school environment, but parents might not be able to send their children, which can leave children feeling excluded.”

Mr Valentine also warned of a

growing “digital divide”, with many families unable to afford laptops and tablets, which are becoming essential learning aids in schools.

“These children will be left behind unless we address the issue,” he said.

In a submission to an inquiry into approaches to homework in Victorian schools, Good Shepherd called on the state government to take responsibility for the payment of laptops for school children.

Good Shepherd chief executive Robyn Roberts said technology costs threatened to exacerbate divisions between society’s haves and have-nots with serious long-term implications for education outcomes for students from less well-off families.

“The facts are plain and simple.

Many families cannot afford to pay for laptops and iPads,” she said.

“They struggle to make ends meet and live day to day, many are single

parents, and unless something changes, many will continue to make the choice of spending their money on laptops or basic necessities such as food and clothes.

Good Shepherd has called for the introduction of a student resource package to cover the costs of student’s technology needs.

“This issue needs to stop being handballed. We need a real plan where we respond to the reality of what families are facing,” Ms Roberts said.

“More and more kids from poorer families are dropping out of education.

We now need a strong government to step up and arrest this slide.

“The standard curriculum program should include provision of the technology software and hardware required for structured learning activities.

“This includes at school and home, recognising that the same equipment is required across both sites of learning.”

School numbers break records

By Chris Brennan RECORD numbers of Mornington Peninsula children took the first steps on their 13-year school education journey last week, with close to 2000 prep pupils entering the classroom for the first time.

They joined more than 23,000 students returning to school to start the 2014 year at the peninsula’s 29 primary and six secondary schools.

State Education Minister and local MP Martin Dixon said statistics showed this year’s intake of prep pupils was the biggest ever on the peninsula, with more young families choosing to move to the region, due in large part to the opening of Peninsula Link freeway.

The Department of Education forecast about 1500 prep enrolments in state schools this year in Mornington Peninsula Shire, with hundreds more joining the Catholic and independent school systems.

This compares with 900 students starting year 7 and 800 entering year 12 at state secondary schools in the shire.

Mr Dixon said peninsula schools were well equipped to deal with the extra numbers, and welcomed the influx of families to the region.

“It just shows how the peninsula is becoming even more popular with

young families who are now able to commute to work in much less time thanks to Peninsula Link while enjoying the fantastic lifestyle the peninsula offers,” Mr Dixon said.

The Nepean MP said that in Victoria, more than 75,000 preps had joined the school system, in addition to more than 820,000 students who last week returned to school to start the year.

“The start of the school year is an exciting time – and I am sure everyone is eager to get the year going,” Mr Dixon said.

“It’s the start of a new chapter for many and I’m sure right across Victoria there will be plenty of proud parents waving goodbye at the school gate or the bus stop. There may also be some nerves – for parents and preps alike – but I’m sure they’ll settle in to school life quickly.”

However, charity groups have warned that back-to-school costs were pushing many peninsula families over the brink as parents struggled to find extra funds to pay for uniforms, textbooks, camps, school service fees and other costs.

About 890,600 students will attend Victorian schools this year – the highest on record – with 498,200 in primary schools and 392,400 secondary students. About 562,900 students are attending government schools, com-

Bright future: New prep pupils Ashlee and Tamika wasted no time in getting down the serious business of having fun in the classroom on their first day at Wallaroo (formerly Westpark) Primary School in Hastings on Monday. Picture: Yanni

pared to 337,700 in the private sector.

A new report shows Victorian students are staying in school longer than ever before, and are more likely to continue on to further education.

The Productivity Commission’s 2014 Report of Government Services showed Victoria remained well ahead of the national average participation rates at school and in higher education.

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erage participation rates at school and in higher education, with the retention rate for students going on from year 10 to complete year 12 now at 83.5 per cent, compared with the national average of 81.8 per cent; Mr Dixon said the findings showed Victorian students placed a high value on education.

“It is pleasing to see Victoria has the highest retention rate for years 10-12 of any state … and also pleasing that

Victoria is the only state with higher than 90 per cent school attendance rates in Years 1-10,” he said.

The report also showed Victoria had the best quality early childhood education and care in the country, with higher kindergarten enrolment rates than any other state.

More than 70,000 Victorian fouryear-olds started preschool this week and last, with participation rates at record highs.

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Diabetes camp a life saver FIFTY teens from across Victoria came together over the school holidays for a unique camp at Somers that aims to empower people with type 1 diabetes by teaching them to self-manage their illness.

Participants in the program not only gain valuable education and guidance into how to looking after their own health, they’re also able to connect into a large network of other teens living with type 1 diabetes.

Activities at the annual Diabetes Camp Australia event included swimming with dolphins, surfing, bowling and a disco on the last night.

The camps are fully supervised with about 32 volunteers, 13 diabetes nurse educators, doctor, dietitian and dietitian assistant.

Among those at this year’s camp was Langwarrin teen Brii Kapetanovski who said the experience had taught her to never give up because “even at the darkest of times, even if you don’t believe it, or see it, there are people who have not given up on you”.

“There are people who are there to give every last bit of advice or help they can, just to make that little bit of difference to you – which is simply amazing,” After being first diagnosed with type 1 diabetes while in year 7, she

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Keep on swimming: Langwarrin teen Brii Kapetanovski was able to swim with seals and dolphins while learning valuble skills at Diabetes Camp Australia in Somers.

was forced to remain in hospital for a week and was told she wasn’t allowed home until she could do her multiple daily insulin injections and blood glucose testing by herself.

While she said the experience of living with diabetes was challenging, it was also often rewarding, and had in many way enriched her life.

“Diabetes gets in the way and shows up at the most awkward, inconvenient time, however to some extent it makes you, you,” she said. “It makes you value your life more and makes you look at things differently. ‘Just keep swimming’ as Dory [from Finding Nemo] would say.”

Brii said the best part of the camp had been swimming with seals and dolphins, but she also valued having honest conversations with fellow campers, leaders and health professionals and to “know that, 100 per cent, you are not judged”.

In a few years when Brii turns 18, she plans to return to camp as a leader, offering the same vital support she received.

Every year, 200 young people living with type 1 diabetes miss out on camps due to funding shortfalls.

To help or for more information, visit www.diabetesvic.org.au Chris Brennan

LETTERS Fire details YOUR paper carried a lead article concerning a fire on board a vessel in Rutherford Inlet at Warneet. I am the owner of the vessel and I would like to fill in some of the details (“Firefighters join forces to control boat blaze”, The News, 21/1/14).

The first call that I can trace was made to 000 at 1.35pm and within minutes someone had made contact with Paul Elliott who grabbed his extinguisher and headed to the jetty to see what he could do.

As my tender was tied to the pontoon, he realised I was off the boat and not in personal danger.

Despite this, he proceeded to Sholem and tried to extinguish flames through the forward hatch.

By this time I was on the jetty and he picked me up and took me back to a fiercely burning vessel.

I boarded and removed four petrol containers (the locker where gas containers and other inflammables were stored on the aft deck was alight) before smoke, heat and pleading from Paul drove me from Sholem.

The CFA was prompt and took over the situation efficiently. However, being land-based, there was little they could do at the time.

I watched from Warneet Motor Yacht Club as 16 years of building and 12 years of being alive while I was on board Sholem succumbed to a very fierce fire. Believe me, the boat cost me a lot more than mere money.

[Charter boat skipper] Glen Harvie had been informed of the situation while driving back from the peninsula. Typical of Glen to come to the aid of another, he arrived, launched his tender and with Paul proceeded to Sholem, cut the mooring lines and dragged her to shore where the CFA could attack the flames.

Both Paul and Glen I believe did this without regard to their own safety and among exploding gas bottles and canisters, flares going off and the risk of an even greater explosion.

In due course the Coast Guard arrived and reduced the flames to a more acceptable level. The equipment and training both of the CFA crew

from Warneet and the Coast Guard should instill a lot of confidence in these volunteers who come to the aid in situations like this.

My heartfelt thanks to these fellows (and at least one CFA lass who did much to ensure that I was safe and well).

I cannot close without saying how moved I was by the care, concern and consideration given to me by the people of Warneet. Both Paul Elliott and Glen Harvie deserve a special thanks for taking the risk in endeavoring to help Sholem and me in my hour of need.

Sholem travelled the east coast of Australia, around Tasmania and made many visits to Bass Strait, leaving me with many stories to tell. And so ends 26 years of love and enjoyment and frustration.

I don’t believe Sholem will sail again but, as the insurance company has already had offers, who knows?

Mark Levenspiel, Warneet

Missing the point IN response to Joshua Sinclair’s letter last week regarding Cr Andrew Dixon (“Young views”, The News, 28/1/14), he has missed the point.

Criticism of this young councillor has arisen from his foul language blog that clearly indicated his lack of vocabulary, and hence education, and some semblance of maturity, to enable him to adequately fulfil the role for which he was elected.

In response to Torin Gallagher’s letter in the same edition (“Dixon defended”), the context of Cr Dixon holding a pistol in the picture accompanying the article “Critical blog sparks call for probe” (The News, 14/1/14) requires closer inspection, particularly of the target. It will reveal that Cr Dixon is not a straight shooter.

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Emma gets an appetite to eat WHILE eating an apple seems normal to most people, biting into the fruit is a major step forward for Emma Coles.

Seven-year-old Emma has started eating solid food after a prolonged battle with food aversion.

Efforts to overcome her fear of eating over the past six years have involved treatment in the United States and at Peninsula Health’s feeding clinic.

Emma was born at 27 weeks and began refusing all solids at 10 months before being diagnosed with a severe food aversion.

The condition caused her to become distressed by the sight, smell, touch and taste of food.

“Emma’s food aversion appeared to have been caused by difficulties with processing sensory information such as smell, touch and taste,” Peninsula Health speech pathologist Danielle Surwald said.

“Consequently, as a young infant, Emma made strong associations between eating and negative experiences – feeling uncomfortable, nauseous – and developed a fear or phobia around food and eating.”

Ms Surwald has been working with Emma since 2007 in conjunction with dieticians.

The results have led to Emma now eating two small meals a day, with her lunchbox consisting of soup and yoghurt, replacing her previous formula-only diet. She now requires

one fortified formula drink during school.

Ms Surwald said Emma was also learning how to bite and chew more solid foods.

Emma underwent a comprehensive food education program at a dedicated sensory therapy centre in the US known as STAR (Sensory Therapies And Research) at the beginning of 2012.

“The specialised non-profit centre in Colorado provides children and their families with education about sensory regulation, social engagement and coaching,” Ms Surwald said.

“During her time at the clinic, Emma underwent an intensive program through which she achieved numerous feeding, physical and sensory tolerance goals.

“Most significantly, Emma gained the ability to hold and play with food products as well as sitting at a table with food without high levels of stress or anxiety.”

Step forward: Emma Coles, right, is finally able to eat apples after years of treatment for food aversion. Speech pathologist Danielle Surwald, left, is part of the team that has been helping Emma get an appetite.

A welcome to geeks bearing laser printer savings

By David Harrison OWNERS of laser printers, especially colour ones, are turning increasingly to non-genuine toner cartridges or refilling their empty ones, ignoring manufacturers’ warnings that this could invalidate the printer warranty.

With branded cartridges costing more than $100, refills or non-genuine cartridges can cost half as much or less. A quiet revolt against high toner prices appears to be worldwide.

My printer – requiring cyan, magenta, yellow and black (CMYK) cartridges, each costing a threefigure price – recently told me it would print nothing further until I replaced the colour cartridges. Plenty of black, because the cartridge was fairly new, but no C, M or Y, according to the printer message.

A quick look on the internet proved useful: the geeks have been at work on the ink problem.

Some black ink cartridges can be brought back to life temporarily by simply removing and shaking them to redistribute toner. This does not necessarily

work with colour laser printers, which are generally more sophisticated.

With colour printers, manufacturers build in ways of letting people know toner cartridges have run dry.

But have they really run out?

Some printers have laser beams that check toner level. The beam is aimed horizontally through a window in the cartridge: when toner empties sufficiently, the beam strikes a reflector in the cartridge opposite the window. This triggers a “low toner” message.

The geek solution: block the laser beam with a bit of putty-like material so it can’t monitor the toner level. Downside: you might run out of toner at an inconvenient time.

One printer owner reported his 3750 pages-percartridge mono printer produced several thousand more pages per cartridge when the beam was blocked.

Another printer has CMYK cartridges each with a cog that revolves as printing occurs. All cogs

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revolve at the same rate.

When cogs reach a mechanical stop, the “out of toner” message is activated, presumably even if toner remains in most of the cartridges. This may occur if most of your printing uses just black toner.

Geek solution: remove the cartridges and carefully reposition the cogs to their starting point, so the printer thinks that toner remains – which it does.

Then the toner will keep flowing until it runs out, or the cogs again reach the stop.

It makes sense for printer makers to include ways to warn of imminent lack of toner. But it is expensive stuff, not to be wasted by premature cartridge replacement.

Check online, by searching for your printer make and model, to see if the geeks – clever people, all – have found a way to help you get the most out of your cartridges. Or you might decide to refill your cartridges at home, or have it done professionally, rather than buying new ones. Many do that now. Either way you might save hundreds of dollars a year.

MORNINGTON’S University of the Third Age has installed an online enrolment system.

It has enabled the group to place members in 168 courses and activities for the beginning of 2014 in a process completed in days rather than weeks using the old paper-based system.

Months of planning and installation was led by tutor and computer expert Peter Norton.

“We are the first of more than 100 U3A branches in Victoria to install a more efficient, member-controlled system,” he said.

“In the past, volunteer members had to manually process large volumes of data over the summer break.

The system is part of an upgrade of administrative and teaching facilities to meet the needs of a growing membership.”

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Reade Smith stands for new party

By Mike Hast FORMER shire councillor Reade Smith is the Mutual Party’s candidate for the upper house seat of Eastern Victoria at the state election in November.

Mr Smith represented Western Port-based Cerberus Ward 2010-12 on Mornington Peninsula Shire Council and was Mt Eliza Ward’s councillor in 2000-10.

The Tyabb resident and self-described social entrepreneur, community developer and farmer stood for Family First Party in the Flinders electorate at the 2010 federal election, winning 2198 votes, or 2.4 per cent, of 94,000 votes.

He quit Family First last year after disagreeing with its climate policy, which he said did not support the concept of human-induced climate change.

Mr Smith unsuccessfully ran for pre-selection for the Liberal Party at the 2006 state election in Eastern Victoria.

The Mutual Party was formed late last year by Centre for Civil Society director Vern Hughes who co-founded the short-lived People Power Party with shareholder activist Stephen Mayne in 2000.

Mr Hughes said it was “a broad-based, centrist political party that aims to win seats in federal, state and local governments, and enable ordinary citizens to reclaim ownership of our democracy�. “We welcome people from across the traditional left-right spectrum by emphasising the empowerment of citizens and civil society; collaboration across social divisions and political backgrounds; local initiatives and practical solutions to economic, social and environmental challenges; and stronger community relationships and responsibilities.�

Mr Hughes has reportedly said he was confident the party would hold the balance of power after the election.

He said the party planned to field candidates in all upper and lower house seats, and about half were current or former councillors.

The Mornington Peninsula Shire Council invites the community to provide input in the development of its draft 2014/15 Annual Budget, for consideration by Council.

A community meeting will be held at the 6KLUHÂśV 5RVHEXG RIÂżFH RQ :HGQHVGD\ 12 February 2014, commencing at 4pm. The meeting is an opportunity for interested persons to learn more about the budget process and for verbal presentations to be made in support of written submissions.

Submission forms may be completed online or downloaded from the Shire website at www.mornpen.vic.gov.au.

Submission forms will also be accepted by post or at the meeting.

If you wish to make a verbal presentation of your written submission at the community meeting, please register your interest via email to budget@mornpen.vic.gov.au by 5pm, February 10, 2014.

Election-bound: Reade Smith is the Mutual Party’s candidate for the upper house seat of Eastern Victoria Region at the state election. He is pictured at a climate rally in Frankston last year. Picture: Gary Sissons

“Our aim is to get community people with strong local connections,� he said. “We want to enable ordinary citizens to reclaim ownership of our democracy.�

Mutual Party member Joanne Stuart said Mr Smith is “a social entrepreneur, community developer and farmer�. “He is a former senior constable in the Victoria Police, a youth worker, and facilitator of community projects in community safety, men’s health, social capacity building and social enterprise. “He co-founded the Mornington Peninsula branch of Dads in Distress and leads Be the Change Australia.�

Mr Smith said his “current passions include community and small business development,

Website homes in on teen violence PENINSULA Health has helped develop a website that addresses the growing problem of violence committed by teenagers against members of their own family.

The website, www.avith.com.au, which will be launched 11 February, is a one-stop resource for adolescents, families, carers and professionals working with families where there is adolescent violence in the home.

Police call-outs to family violence incidents where an adolescent was the offender more than doubled in Victoria from 2154 incidents in 2006 to 4483 last year.

The violence can take the form of threats of violence by a teen against one or more family member, intimidation, damage to property, physical violence, emotional or financial abuse or any behaviour that makes family members fearful.

The website was funded through a Legal Services Board of Victoria project and developed by Peninsula Health in partnership with Victorian Legal Aid and City of Greater Dandenong youth services.

Peninsula Health was last year awarded a $750,000 grant from the state government to provide a three-year Keeping Families Safe program that provides support both for families where an adolescent uses violence in the home and the adolescents themselves.

Peninsula Health director of complex services Bel Berry said the website was an Australian first and provided a vital resource to help curb violence committed by adolescents in the home. “Many of the families we support tell us they didn’t know what to do about their violent children because they couldn’t find any information about this particular type of violence, why it happens or what they could do to stop it,� she said. “The website will go a long way toward closing the information gap by providing practical

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information for parents and carers as well as adolescents affected by adolescent violence in the home, and for professionals in the field.�

She said it included downloadable resources and links to specialist legal and justice services, family and adolescent violence services, crisis phone numbers, and support groups. “The website is a practical and helpful tool that will complement early intervention initiatives like the Keeping Families Safe program we provide at Peninsula Health.�

A report into adolescent violence funded and developed through the same project will also be released on February 11 to coincide with the website launch.

The Last Resort: Pathways to Justice report explores the experiences and perspectives of a group of adolescents aged 12 to 18 years who have used violence against family members and ended up in the justice system.

It also highlights the experience of family members, mostly parents, who were victims of violence.

In one recommendation, the report calls for improved communication and links between police, legal and community sectors. “One of the issues identified was that the policies and protocols used by the justice system in Victoria deal mainly with adult family violence,�

Ms Berry said. “However, adolescent offenders and their families deserve a more targeted response to help break the cycle of violence that so often carries on into the adolescents’ adult relationships.� “We hope this report will contribute to strengthening partnerships between health, community services and the justice system, and result in more positive responses to incidents of adolescent violence in the home,� she said.

sustainable development, innovative waste management, alternative energy and fuels, support for craft brewing, aquaculture, wild and native foods, food security, urban food gardens, and cycling�.

On Monday, Mr Smith told The News he would be running a “frugal campaign� and would be his own campaign manager.

He said he had known Vern Hughes since he first joined the shire council and admired his philosophies.

Mr Smith works on two peninsula farms, as property manager of a property in Tyabb and as a worker at the Mt Martha commercial hydroponic business of former colleague Cr Anne Shaw and her husband Chris.

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Sky the limit for Western Port Festival

By Sarah McLennan, festival vice-president THE Western Port community is excited to invite you and your family to the 45th Western Port Festival at Hastings foreshore over three days from 21-23 February.

We will have a number of amazing displays over the course of the weekend, including our famous street parade, fireworks displays, hot air balloons, art and craft show, mini-motorbike stunts, woodchopping competition from the Royal Melbourne Show, water-ski display team, and car show.

Also appearing will be the Enterprize, a replica sailing ship commemorating the 1835 arrival of the original Enterprize, which carried some of the first white colonists who founded Melbourne.

Supporting these amazing displays will be live music all weekend as well as amusement rides for adults and children, including a large Ferris wheel that will overlook Western Port – not to mention numerous community food and market stalls.

Our family focus includes free children’s activities in Kidz Corner, with a teddy bear’s picnic on the Sunday morning, and the combined local churches-run Oasis Tent, which will provide a great resting place for adults to enjoy a fee cuppa or cold drink while the kids enjoy a range of free art and craft activities as well as various games, including stilt walking, water balloon catching, and a tug-of-war.

Among those attending last year’s festival were Ella, 11, of Tyabb Primary School who said it was “Awesome!”, Olivia, 12, of St Mary’s Hastings, who said: “I loved the movie on Friday night and all the music”, Zack, 9, of Tyabb Primary School, who said he loved the food and “scary rides”, and Tessa, 7, also of Tyabb primary, who said: “I loved the fairy floss and the scary ride on a sort of big boat thing that rocked from side to side and went high and twisty”.

“The Sky’s the Limit” is the festival’s 2014 theme, so don’t miss this alcohol-free, family-friendly event run by the community for the community.

Hair’s to safe families mission

By Chris Brennan WHEN Hastings hairdresser Rebecca Wood heard Good Shepherd was running out of money for its Safe Families Fund, which provides help to Western Port and other peninsula women and children who have been subjected to family violence, she was determined to help.

Having received assistance from Good Shepherd in the past after being subjected to domestic violence, Ms Wood knew first-hand the importance of assistance provided by the charity.

So the owner of Hair About Town decided to organise a fundraising drive through her salon to ensure the vital work carried out by Good Shepherd was able to continue.

With the help of staff member Craig Robinette, Ms Wood organised a raffle over the holiday period and raised $500.

“Being subjected to and surviving domestic violence, Good Shepherd was there for me and my newborn baby girl,” she said.

“When I read in the paper about its plight and that funding for the Safe Families Appeal was running out, I knew I had to do something to help. This cause is so close to my heart and I really think we need to take the reins and start supporting it more.”

Good Shepherd chief executive Robyn Roberts said the charity relied on generous contributions from members of the community like Ms Wood to continue its work helping women and children escape family violence.

The Safe Families Fund has been running short of money and late last year, Good Shepherd called on the “kind generosity of the public to make sure this vital program continues” by helping raise $40,000 for services in the Frankston and peninsula region (The News, 28/11/13).

“The fund provides emergency assistance to women and children facing crisis,” Ms

A cut above: Rebecca Wood with Craig Robinette at Hair About Town in High St, Hastings.

Roberts said. “It is for transport, accommodation, food, financial aid and counselling.”

Domestic violence affects one in five Victorian women and is the leading cause of death, disability and illness in women aged 15 to 44 as well as a leading contributor to women facing homelessness.

“I know far too many stories of women suffering violence from the men they have left or tried to leave,” Ms Roberts said. “These women could have been made so much safer

if they’d had access to emergency financial relief.”

Good Shepherd, which has been helping people overcome poverty and disadvantage since 1976, receives no government money for its Safe Families Fund. It assists about 18,000 people each year, the majority on the peninsula.

To donate, go to www.goodshepvic.org.au, email support@goodshepvic.org.au or call 8412 7370.

Safe and secure: Pallets carrying rice for the Philippines are readied for transportation.

Rice supply off to Philippines RICE collected in Hastings is on its way to the Philippines to help people whose lives were devastated by a typhoon.

Typhoon Haiyan swept across the island nation on 8 November last year, leaving more than 6000 dead, wrecking homes and infrastructure.

The worst-hit areas are still recovering from the typhoon, regarded as the most powerful to ever hit the Philippines.

The 10 tonnes of rice trucked out of Hastings resulted from an appeal launched by Western Port Oberon Association.

The association also sprang into action by collecting 300 boxes of clothing for survivors in Sri Lanka of the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami.

The Oberon association’s Max Bryant said the rice would be delivered to people in areas

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of most need and was being coordinated by the Philippines consulate in Sydney.

Motorcyclist killed A MT Eliza motorcyclist died after a head-on collision with a four-wheel drive at Cape Schanck on Saturday afternoon.

Police said the 36-year-old rider was on Boneo Rd when the collision occurred about 3.40pm.

The man was declared dead at the scene by paramedics.

The male driver of the car and his two passengers, a man and woman, were uninjured.

Police will prepare a report for the Coroner.

The fatality takes the road toll to 26, 12 more than at the same time last year

First round goes to duck-diving Fish FLINDERS surfer Georgia Fish won the first round of the Victorian Open series in challenging conditions at Gunnamatta on Saturday. “The waves were really fun, but there was heaps of duck-diving and paddling,�

Fish said. “Last year was a real learning curve for me on the World Qualifying Series, but I’m really looking forward to this year.

This is a good start.�

The final saw Fish dominate with scores of 8.50 and 8.40, showing her knowledge of the break. Zoe Clarke (Jan Juc) came second with 7.67.

Courtney Dunlop (Phillip Island) was third and Tabby Vockler (Mt Eliza) fourth.

Jack Perry, of Jan Juc, won the men’s division after placing second in heats. “It was pretty hard out there; there were lots of close outs and wash-through sets.

But when you got onto one, they were sick,� he said.

The win sees Perry automatically given a spot in the 2014 Rip Curl Pro Pre-trials His trials win last saw Perry gain entry to the main event, eventually facing off against Joel Parkinson and Gabriel Medina. “It would be awesome to make it through again, but I’m just happy with winning this comp. It has been a while since I’ve won an event,� he said.

Caiden Fowler, of Mt Eliza, was comfortable in his home break and rode the highest-scoring wave of the day, 8.67, in his semi-final.

Fowler eventually came fourth with 9.23 points, behind Harrison Mann (Torquay) 10.13 and Steve Noble (Cape Paterson) 11.74. Perry took out the final with a 6.73-point wave in the last minute to tally 12.23.

The competition’s next round is at Phillip Island on 1 March.

Wave masters: Georgia Fish, top, Hayden Forrest, above, and Caiden Fowler, left, take their turn in the waves at Gunnamatta. Pictures: Robertson/SV

Report’s call to abandon port Continued from Page 1

Mr Branigan said strong and comprehensive policies were needed from all political parties ahead of November’s state election.

Climate change and coastal, urban, port and industrial development driven by rapid population growth were eroding “what we love about our coasts�, he said. “The rate of coastal urban sprawl over the past 20 years is alarming. We now face new pressures such as major port expansions at Western Port and Port Anthony, a breakwater at Mallacoota’s Bastion Point, the spread of coastal towns, and the opening up of national parks along the coast to large-scale commercial tourism developers.�

Successive Victorian governments have contributed to the creation of a complex, disintegrated and ineffective coastal planning and management

framework that has been unable to stop the squeeze on coastal nature.

Other findings include: ď Ž Of the 95 habitats found within 500 metres of the shoreline, more than 70 per cent are either endangered or vulnerable, including coast banksia woodland and estuarine wetland. ď Ž Threatened coastal habitats have become fragmented and vulnerable to pressures such as invasive plants and animals, grazing, intensification of land use in adjacent rural areas, and altered coastal processes. ď Ž The urbanised coast has expanded by 15 per cent over the past 20 years and now covers 311 kilometres, about 17 per cent of Victoria’s coastline. ď Ž Future population growth, urbanisation and climate change will be the key drivers of future declines in Victoria’s coastal nature.

Action urged on phone coverage MORNINGTON Peninsula residents enduring inadequate mobile phone coverage are invited to make submissions to a new federal government program that aims to improve networks across regional and outer metropolitan areas.

The $100 million program includes provisions for $20 million to be spent on improving mobile coverage in locations with “unique coverage problems�, including tourist destinations such as the peninsula where there is high demand for services during holiday periods.

About $80 million has been set aside for improvements to mobile networks along major transport routes, in small communities and in areas prone to natural disasters.

The program aims to finance up to 300 new or upgraded mobile base stations across

Australia. Flinders federal MP Greg Hunt said residents and visitors could make submissions through his Hastings electoral office. “I have had many residents come to me with concerns over inadequate or non-existent mobile phone coverage, especially during the holiday period,� Mr Hunt said. “This is an opportunity for people to make a submission about why their area should be prioritised for network upgrades.�

Submissions identifying locations with poor or non-existent mobile coverage can be sent by email to greg.hunt.mp@aph.gov.au with “Mobile coverage� in the subject line or in writing to PO Box 274, Hastings 3915 by 5pm Friday 28 February.

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A magical night with a reborn Roach RESPECTED and admired Aboriginal singer–songwriter Archie Roach shared both poignant and light-hearted stories of growing up in the Australian outback and memories of life with his large family with about 150 people at Hickinbotham winery in Dromana on Friday night.

Roach even managed to throw in some inspiring tunes he’d written over a long and distinguished career.

The all-female a cappella group Ling Marra opened the night with an hour of harmonies and magical arrangements of songs from traditional and world music styles.

In February 2010, Roach suffered immeasurably. Many people will remember the venerable and dignified performer, who captured the hearts and minds of a nation in 1990 with Charcoal Lane and the landmark

song Took the Children Away, lost his partner and soulmate Ruby Hunter.

She was 54.

However, a seeming new lease of life has seen him bounce back with new songs and a wonderous new live show. Together with his friend, guitarist and producer Craig Pilkington, Roach performed songs from a new album, Into The Bloodstream. They also played some of his best-known tracks including Took the Children Away and A Beautiful Child.

Toward the end of the night, Roach brought Ling Marra back on stage to join him on one of his songs.

The women’s voices sat perfectly with those of Roach and Pilkington, creating a stirring and beautiful finish to a wonderfully special concert.

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Special show: Members of Ling Marra, above, accompany Archie Roach, above and right, on stage at Hickinbotham in Dromana.

Junior Players Wanted The Hastings Junior Football Club which was founded in 1971 is looking to recruit more players for the 2014 season. The club is a proud and active part of the Hastings community. It has a real family feel about it which encourages particaption for both boys and girls. Over the years many junior players have gone on to play for the proud and successful senior club.

The senior club take an active interest in the junior club and help with coaching and a smooth transition into the u/18’s.

Last season we ¿elded 3 teams U/10’s, U12’s and U/14’s. Next season we are aiming to ¿eld 5 sides, U/10’s, U/11’s, U/12’s, U/13’s and U/15’s. As well as boosting player membership we need extra so that current boys and girls can play in their correct age group, not having to play up an age group as some are currently doing.

Another option is amalgamation which we would prefer not to do.

The committee are dedicated to ensuring all resources are exhausted to recruit new players and families to our fun club.

The league requires us to have our sides registered with a minimum of 16 players

by Feb 14th , so with this is mind we will be having another registration/training session for the above age groups on Thursday 6th of Feb at 4:30 pm at the Hastings Football club. Also registration will be taken Friday 7th of Feb and Thursday 7th of Feb. It will no be to full on just about making a start and getting the word out there that we’re in recruiting mode. Spread the word and sign up.

For more information check out our website or Facebook page or contact President James Exon on 0428994733 or Pat Foy on 0414925595.

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JOHN Blanchard stood up from the bench, straightened his army uniform, and studied the crowd of people making their way through Grand Central Station. He looked for the girl whose heart he knew, but whose face he didn’t – the girl with the rose.

His interest in her had begun 13 months before in a Florida library.

Taking a book off the shelf he found himself intrigued, not with the words of the book, but with the notes pencilled in the margin. The soft handwriting reflected a thoughtful soul and insightful mind. In the front of the book, he discovered the previous owner’s name, Miss Hollis Maynell.

With time and effort he located her address. She lived in New York City.

He wrote her a letter introducing himself and inviting her to correspond. The next day he was shipped overseas for service in the Second World War. During the next year and one month the two grew to know each other through the mail. Each letter was a seed falling on a fertile heart. A romance was budding.

Blanchard requested a photograph, but she refused. She felt that if he really cared, it wouldn’t matter what she looked like. When the day finally came for him to return from Europe,

they scheduled their first meeting – 7pm at Grand Central Station in New York. “You’ll recognise me,� she wrote, “by the red rose I’ll be wearing on my lapel.�

So at 7pm he was in the station looking for a girl whose heart he loved, but whose face he’d never seen. A young woman was coming toward him, her figure long and slim. Her blonde hair lay back in curls from her delicate ears; her eyes were blue as flowers. Her lips and chin had a gentle firmness, and in her pale green suit she was like springtime come alive. He started toward her, entirely forgetting to notice that she was not wearing a rose.

As he moved, a small, provocative smile curved her lips. “Going my way, sailor?� she murmured. Almost uncontrollably he made one step closer to her, and then he saw Hollis Maynell. She was standing almost directly behind the girl. A woman well past 40, she had greying hair tucked under a worn hat. She was more than plump, her thick-ankled feet thrust into low-heeled shoes.

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Her pale, plump face was gentle and sensible, her grey eyes had a warm and kindly twinkle. He did not hesitate. His fingers gripped the small worn blue leather copy of the book that was to identify him to her.

This would not be love, but it would be something precious, something perhaps even better than love – a friendship for which he had been and must ever be grateful. He squared his shoulders, saluted and held out the book to the woman, even though while he spoke he felt choked by the bitterness of his disappointment.

“I’m Lieutenant John Blanchard, and you must by Miss Maynell. I am so

glad you could meet me; may I take you to dinner?”

The woman’s face broadened into a tolerant smile. “I don’t know what this is about, son,” she answered, “but the young lady in the green suit who just went by, she begged me to wear this rose on my coat. And she said if you were to ask me out to dinner, I should go and tell you that she is waiting for you in the big restaurant across the street. She said it was some kind of test.”

It’s not difficult to understand and admire Miss Maynell’s wisdom. The true nature of a heart is seen in its response to the unattractive. “Tell me whom you love,” Houssaye wrote, “and I will tell you who you are.”

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3059 Frankston Flinders Rd Balnarring (opposite the Balnarring shopping complex)

Phone: 5983 2597

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Health and wellness centre marks birthday with special giveaways THERE’S a place in Somerville that is taking care of people’s health naturally and the word about this haven for wellbeing is beginning to catch on.

The Natural Health and Wellness Clinic is a multimodality centre that offers people the opportunity to receive treatments for just about any concern that arises.

Sunday 9 February is the centre’s open day. This coincides with the centre’s first birthday celebration and is a great opportunity to check out what’s on offer.

Rebecca Milham, owner and nutritionist-naturopath at the centre, set up the clinic in memory of her mother who used to own the health food shop in Mt Eliza.

“The open day gives people a chance to receive mini consultations with our practitioners as well as attend complimentary 30-minute yoga, Pilates and meditation classes,” she said.

“Food demonstrations and delicious samples will also be passed around for tasty treat ideas.

“Kids love the food and parents are surprised by what they’re made with.

“During our birthday month in February, we are drawing one winner a week from our ‘Like’ and ‘Share’ Facebook promotion.

“Four lucky people will win a different treatment or class a week for eight weeks. Every person who enters the front door offers something unique to the centre and this is one way we can give back. That’s 32 treatments or classes we’re giving away.

“You may start by going in for osteopathy and go on to join a yoga or Pilates class.

“A consultation for nutritional guidance may be beneficial alongside acupuncture, counselling, meditation, massage, kinesiology or Reiki.

“Take your treatments as standalone or in conjunction with another modality, The Natural Health and Wellbeing Clinic definitely has your health covered ... naturally.”

We’re one: Clinic staff are getting ready for the first birthday celebration including giveways.

The Natural Health & Wellness Clinic 12 Eramosa Road East Somerville 3912 thenaturalclinic.com.au 5977 7342

facebook.com/thenaturalhealthandwellnessclinic

Where we look after your health… naturally!

Sunday 9 February 2014 10.30am - 2.30pm

OPEN DAY

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• Nutrition • Naturopathy • Reiki • Acupuncture • Yoga • Massage • Osteopathy • Pilates • Meditation • Kids Chiropractic • Kinesiology

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SATURDAY 8th February

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BAXTER

9 Baxter Crescent 11.00-11.30am Harcourts 5970 3000 _________________________________________________________

SOMERVILLE

Elizabeth Wall Mobile: 0417 528 042

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

Jason Dowler Mobile: 0403 598 754

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

Nigel Evans Mobile:0432 260 556

Ben Tallon Real Estate 1/34 High Street, HASTINGS 5979 8003 EMAIL: realestate@btre.com.au

Michael Curry Mobile:0409 410 456

MC Real Estate 4/82 High Street, HASTINGS 5979 8833

14 Bruce Drive 11.30-12.00pm Eview Real Estate 8781 3888 10 Sinclair Street 1.00-1.30pm Ray White Hastings 5979 4177 2 Eliza Place 2.00-2.30pm Ray White Hastings 5979 4177 133 Jones Road 3.00-3.30pm Ray White Hastings 5979 4177 _________________________________________________________

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1 Oxford Street 3.00-4.00pm Ray White Hastings 5979 4177 _________________________________________________________

HASTINGS

17 Lyall Street Harcourts 3/116 Marine Parade Century 21 Homeport 10/224 High Street Harcourts 5 Lady Nada Way Tallon First National 29 Ellery Street Bay West Real Estate 255 Marine Parade Harcourts 1/27 Edward Street Century 21 Homeport 4 James Hird Drive Satchwells 7/46 Victoria Street Century 21 Homeport 23 Madang Court Tallon First National 35 Mariners Way Harcourts 24/1a Annette Court Harcourts 27 Cedar Drive Bay West Real Estate 30 Cool Store Road Harcourts 18 Wolverene Street Harcourts 1/28 Martin Street Ben Tallon Real Estate 40 Elisa Place Harcourts 4 Victor Drive Harcourts 6 Pinewood Drive Bay West Real Estate 3/2 Skinner Street Satchwells 5 Carinya Court Century 21 Homeport 2 Stalwart Avenue Harcourts

EMAIL: sales@mcrealestate.com.au

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10.00-10.30am 5970 7333 10.30-11.00am 5979 3555 10.30-11.00am 5970 7333 11.00-11.30am 5979 3000 11.00-11.30am 5979 4412 11.15-11.45am 5970 7333 11.30-12.00pm 5979 3555 11.30-12.00pm 5979 1888 12.00-12.30pm 5979 3555 12.00-12.30pm 5979 3000 12.00-12.30pm 5970 7333 12.30-1.00pm 5970 7333 12.30-1.00pm 5979 4412 12.30-1.00pm 5970 7333 12.45-1.15pm 5970 7333 1.00-1.30pm 5979 8003 1.00-1.30pm 5970 7333 1.15-1.45pm 5970 7333 1.15-1.45pm 5979 4412 1.30-2.00pm 5979 1888 1.30-2.00pm 5979 3555 1.30-2.00pm 5970 7333

10 Rosemary Drive 2.00-2.30pm Satchwells 5979 1888 4 Sunset Rise 2.00-2.30pm Century 21 Homeport 5979 3555 123 Victoria Street 2.30-3.00pm Century 21 Homeport 5979 3555 _________________________________________________________

CRIB POINT

92 Creswell Street 11.00-11.30am Harcourts 5970 7333 8 Peterson Street 11.00-11.30am Ben Tallon Real Estate 5979 8003 5 Osment Court 12.00-12.30pm Ben Tallon Real Estate 5979 8003 288-290 Stony Point Rd 12.30-1.00pm Century 21 Homeport 5979 3555 99 Governors Road 1.00-1.30pm Century 21 Homeport 5979 3555 79a Disney Street 3.15-345pm Harcourts 5970 7333 7 Kara Court 2.30-3.00pm Satchwells 5979 1888 _________________________________________________________

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5/5 Peddle Street 11.00-11.30am Ray White Hastings 5979 4177 43 Beatty Avenue 11.00-11.30am Harcourts 5970 7333 18 Myers Road 12.00-12.30pm Ben Tallon Real Estate 5979 8003 100a Dunlop Road 12.00-12.30pm Ray White Hastings 5979 4177 3a Wilson Avenue 12.30-1.00pm Satchwells 5979 1888 4 Dunstan Street 1.00-1.30pm Harcourts 5970 7333 5/21 Portsmouth Road 2.00-2.30pm Harcourts 5970 7333 _________________________________________________________

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36 Bruce Street 12.00-12.30pm Harcourts Hastings 5970 7333 3 Renown Road 1.15-1.45pm Harcourts 5970 7333 4 Renown Road 1.15-1.45pm Harcourts 5970 7333 89a Balnarring Road 2.30-3.30pm Ben Tallon Real Estate 5979 8003 _________________________________________________________

SOMERS

4 Kenneth Court 12.00-12.30pm Harcourts 5970 7333 60 Kennedy Road 12.30-1.00pm Satchwells 5979 1888 104 Camphill Road 1.00-1.30pm Ray White Hastings 5979 4177 _________________________________________________________

RED HILL

88 Red Hill Road 2.00-2.30pm Harcourts Hastings 5970 7333 371 Arthurs Seat Road 2.15-2.45pm Harcourts 5970 7333 _________________________________________________________

Sid Ferguson Mobile:0418 321 963

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

Sean Crimmins Mobile: 0411 734 814

Baywest Real Estate 2104 FrankstonFlinders Road, HASTINGS 5979 4412 EMAIL: scrimmins@baywestrealestate.com.au

Wilma Green Mobile: 0407 833 996

Century 21 Homeport 2100 Frankston– Flinders Road, HASTINGS 5979 3555 EMAIL: wilmagreen@century21.com.au

Sam Bucca Mobile: 0412 755 544 Eview Real Estate Partners

463 Nepean Highway FRANKSTON 8781 3888 EMAIL: sam.bucca@eview.com.au

Phil Stone Mobile: 0412 226 758

L. Cooper Real Estate 1067 Frankston-Flinders Road,SOMERVILLE 5977 7766 EMAIL: sales@lcooper.com.au

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Grand manor TAKING its name from a suburb in south-east London, Bexley Heath is set in peaceful Balnarring, a world away from its Old Dart namesake and the busy A2 motorway that weaves through it. Totally private, the property is accessed via a tree-lined driveway that slowly reveals a grand, stately home. The house is surrounded by an expansive lawn area and an incredible variety of trees and shrubs that are sure to keep the green thumb of the family happy for many hours. From the wide entry, resplendent with gleaming floor tiles, is a large formal lounge featuring a fireplace with beautiful marble surrounds, a separate study, and magnificent formal dining room with large windows that provide a serene outlook to the ornamental lake. Also on the ground floor is a spacious kitchen with a walk-in pantry and a delightful dining area with garden views through a bay window.

A separate family room opens out to an alfresco timber deck, and along one side of the home is an undercover entertaining area with fabulous bar and barbecue facilities.

There are three double bedrooms upstairs; two share a second bathroom while the palatial master bedroom is complete with an ensuite and spa, and access out to a private verandah. The rumpus room on this level provides handy extra living space or a play area for children. The property measures about 2.75 hectares and the grounds and surrounding outbuildings are excellent. A boat-house style dwelling set on the banks of the lake features a lounge, kitchen and bathroom, and can accommodate up to eight people. There is a cubby house with swings and a slide, and a secondary house with two mezzanines that will sleep a further four to six people. The property is set up for equestrian pursuits, with space for two horse floats. In addition, there are two stables, loose boxes, arena and round yard, as well as many other facilities for a home business. Beautifully private, this tranquil property is surprisingly close to Balnarring village, and be sure to experience the wisteria walk set in a water lily alcove on the lake.

Address: Price: Agency: Agent:

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The tradition continues BE at peace with this serene lifestyle opportunity, set on 1.5-hectares in arguably one of Western Port’s finest rural-residential areas. The beautiful ranch-style home measures about 334 square metres and features charming full-length verandahs and fantastic entertaining areas at both the front and back. A formal lounge and dining room provide excellent space for entertaining in style, with a built-in bar and a Coonara wood heater adding extra character. Another nice touch is the pot-belly heater found in the kitchen and casual meals area. The kitchen has timber cupboards and plenty of bench space, while appliances include a dishwasher and wall oven. The large main bedroom has an ensuite, while two more bedrooms have built-in wardrobes and share a second bathroom. For extended family living, there’s a self-contained area in the far wing of the home featuring kitchen facilities and a fourth bedroom. The landscaped grounds are highlighted by the fabulous pool area, and both entertaining decks have pleasant views of the tranquil gardens.

Address: Auction: Agency: Agent:

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CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT PHONE: 5979 3555 2100 Frankston-Flinders Road, Hastings www.century21hastings.com.au

HOME PORT

CRIB POINT 99 Governors Road

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INVEST OR NEST

Affordable home features 3 bedrooms all with B.I.R’s, softwood flooring throughout, plus natural window furnishings and paint tones; there is also a fully renovated bathroom.

Outside boasts single carport, double garage with power and a remote control door and also a small garden shed. Plus, a lovely private decked area with outdoor spa.

Contact Exclusive Agent.

Spacious family home set on approx 605m2 allotment, with two street frontages and access to the backyard.

This BV home is located in the most desirable Solar Estate, featuring four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living areas and ducted heating. Currently returning $1560pcm on a month to month tenancy.

Contact Exclusive Agent.

PRICE $290,000 Offers Over VIEW Saturday 1:00-1:30pm AGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

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Quality front unit with only 2 on the block. Featuring two bedrooms with B.I.R’s, excellent lounge/dining area adjacent to modern Kitchen, plus private paved courtyard. Gas ducted heating throughout. Single lock up garage with visitor parking adjacent.

Close to all the facilities that Hastings has to offer.

Contact Exclusive Agent.

Contemporary designed townhouse, styled over two levels. Features include two large bedrooms, two bathrooms, large balcony, kitchen with s/steel appliances, sunny courtyard, lock up garage & located adjacent to the foreshore. Stroll to High Street shops, sporting clubs, great fishing spots, transport and the foreshore reserve & walking tracks.

Contact Exclusive Agent.

PRICE: $295,000 VIEW: Saturday 11:30-12:00pm AGENT: Ken Brown 0402 868 368

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When location is important to you don’t let this perfectly located front unit pass you by. This unit has just recently been freshly painted and new carpets have been laid. Spacious both inside and out the home boasts a generous size lounge room with bay window and new gas wall furnace, the meals area with a sliding door leads to the rear yard with manicured gardens.

Contact Exclusive Agent.

This well presented property located in a quite court has a lot to offer. Well laid out design with three bedrooms, plus ensuite to master. Great lounge area, practicable kitchen with heating and cooling throughout. Complimented by nice gardens and a paved rear yard with a double lockup garage. Motivated seller. Contact Exclusive Agent.

PRICE $259,000 VIEW Saturday 12:00-12:30pm AGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

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CRIB POINT 6/26 Point Road

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Three bedroom residence that will appeal to those who are upsizing, downsizing, first home buyers or investors. Features include Caesar stone bench top, s/steel appliances, floating floors, heating & cooling, plus huge double remote controlled garage, visitors carpark and well fenced low maintenance back yard.

Minimum 5% return for investors.

Contact Exclusive Agent.

Generous 3 bedroom unit is positioned across from Woolley’s Beach foreshore reserve. A spacious open plan lounge and dining area adjoins the kitchen boasting a breakfast bar, dishwasher and gas stove with bench oven. The external of the home also boasts a garden shed and very private rear courtyard. This property is still under Builders Warranty.

Contact Exclusive Agent.

PRICE: $309,950 VIEW: Saturday 12:30-1:00pm AGENT: Ken Brown 0402 868 368

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9 Cathy Clifford Court When Size Does Matter!

Pick up the phone & make the call, this 9 year old, 4 bedroom home offers zoned living & is sure to cater for the entire famil. With a realistic price tag it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t last long! Boasting master bedroom with WIR & ensuite, 3 other separately zoned bedrooms, spacious o/p kitchen, large daily meals/living areas, separate front lounge & also rear rumpus/family room. Outside offers a large enclosed entertaining area, fully fenced side/rear yard, double garage, garden shed & side gate access allowing you room to store your caravan, trailer or boat.

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14 Bruce Drive There Are No Excuses!

Yes; rub your eyes because you’re not seeing things. It’s a 4 bedroom house on a large block of approximately 750m2 at a very affordable, level entry price - unbelievable we know! This property offers 3 bedrooms + a study or fourth bedroom, neat spacious kitchen with meals area, cozy front lounge, separate second living area, central main bathroom, split system air con, gas heating, covered entertaining area & a steel garage/ workshop to the rear. At this entry level price it becomes a very wise investment and/or an ideal starter home only to be complimented by its proximity to numerous schools, shopping complex & all that Somerville has to offer.

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Harcourts SINCE 1888

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

FOR SALE

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Rural Views You Can Only Dream About Set cleverly with privacy and the views in mind this generously proportioned home on 2 levels offers 3 separate living zones with a lovely aspect from every angle. On the top level there is a huge living with generous kitchenette, main bedroom with ensuite and generous robe area and a balcony boasting great rural views with bay glimpses. The lower level boasts 2 outdoor living spaces, one with a gorgeous garden aspect the other with views over the neighboring paddocks, the main kitchen, dining and living, a family bathroom with huge walk-in shower, 2 generous bedrooms and a large 3rd living space or 4th guest accommodation.

With 2 living areas opening to the outdoors through new bi-fold timber doors summer evenings can be enjoyed taking in the cooling afternoon summer breezes. Situated in popular Renown Road you may need to be quick on this one as this property has a lot to offer whether looking for a permanent home or great weekender.

Price View Open

Negotiable over $570,000 www.harcourts.com.au/4823 Saturday 11.15-11.45am

Andrea Hannah

0417 400 660

E andrea.hannah@harcourts.com.au

www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

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Harcourts SINCE 1888

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

AUCTION

Crib Point 25 Murray Street

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Renovators Delight On A Quarter Acre Block - $220,000+ Here is your opportunity to grab a property at a low entry level and make some improvements to make it a comfortable home for yourself or a great investment opportunity.

The home has three bedrooms, master with ensuite, open plan living and dining area and spacious kitchen. There are definately some great bones in this property screaming out for some love and attention.

This block is a massive 1006m2 and has a large barn style shed.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this one to put in your property portfolio.

AUCTION Saturday 22nd February at 11.00am View www.harcourts.com.au/VHS4834 Open

By Appointment Jason Dowler 0403 598 754

E jason.dowler@harcourts.com.au

Amber Donnelly 0439 388 000

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

FOR SALE

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Picturesque and Position Perfect Displaying both space and easy-care convenience, this charming low maintenance home on 804m2 (appox) is ideal for downsizers or first home buyers. Securely tucked away amongst established gardens on a quiet, leafy street within walking distance to an array of cafes and amenities at Balnarring Village this home is beautifully appointed throughout with polished timber flooring that transports you to three generous robed bedrooms, master with semi ensuite and a fantastic view over the backyard. The formal lounge at the front of the property features a gas fire and is ideal for entertaining friends while the spacious living area is great for family gatherings with an open plan dining and kitchen area with vaulted ceiling. Sliding doors lead out to the undercover decked verandah overlooking your spacious backyard perfect for those warm summer nights. A tandem garage offers great car accommodation with rear roller door for access to the backyard. Minutes to the freeway, parks, shops and bus services plus just a short distance to some of the best restaurants and wineries the Mornington Peninsula has to offer.

Price View Open

Negotiable over $560,000 www.harcourts.com.au/VHS4763 Saturday 12.00-12.30pm

Jason Dowler 0403 598 754

E jason.dowler@harcourts.com.au

www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

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

AUCTION

Mount Martha 38 St Ives Grove

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Quiet Seclusion With Scenic Views Hidden away for exceptional peace and privacy, this impeccably refurbished home offers a slice of modern paradise in a lush garden setting just a short walk from Mt Martha township and the popular Mt Martha beach. All windows have a leafy outlook and the views the treetops are quite simply sublime. Streaming morning sun and vivid sunsets are the order of the day, while the extensive decking amongst the trees provides glorious alfresco entertaining. It presents as a highly desirable address in a sought-after lifestyle location. This modern home features open plan living with a large kitchen with stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar and lush garden outlook. The adjacent dining area is great for entertaining while the living space is perfect for relaxing with the family and the sunroom located at the front of the home is ideal for enjoying the winter months. The master bedrooms has walk in robe and ensuite, a further two bedrooms have built in robes, study nooks and located close to the central family bathroom. Additional features include wood fire, split system and double carport.

Enjoy a convenient lifestyle, located only minutes to the freeway, parks, shops and bus services plus just a short distance to some of the best restaurants and wineries the Mornington Peninsula has to offer, this property is a must to inspect.

AUCTION Saturday 22nd February at 1pm View www.harcourts.com.au/VHS4849 Open Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Jason Dowler 0403 598 754

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

FOR SALE

Warneet 42 Rutherford Road

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A Waterfront Beauty This is the time to secure a pristine waterfront property in Warneet. The home has a front row seat to the absolute beauty of the Rutherford Inlet, and is only metres to the water. Immerse yourself in the lifestyle that only Warneet can offer, with water views from the veranda, great size block with side access for a boat, caravan or trailer, and also a double lock up garage. With a tropical garden and patio area, a great size backyard for the kids, this property would be well suited to families, downsizers, couples or anyone after that ideal location with the lifestyle to match. Comprising of 3 bedrooms all with built in robes, master has walk in robe and ensuite, central bathroom, separate laundry, open-plan living, new kitchen with Caesarstone bench tops, Coonara heating & reverse-cycle heating and cooling. Alfresco dining and entertaining area with bifold doors opening up from the main living room, makes this the ideal property for all the seasons. Located close to the Warneet Motor Yatch club, pier, general store plus a short drive to Hastings or Cranbourne.

Price View Open

Negotiable over $430,000 www.harcourts.com.au/VHS4853 Saturday 11.00-11.30am

Jason Stirling 0411 520 173

E jason.stirling@harcourts.com.au

David Nelli 0403 111 234

E david.nelli@harcourts.com.au

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Harcourts SINCE 1888

Proudly promoted and sold by Jason Dowler and the team at Harcourts Hastings ‘Bushy Park’

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One of only a handful of the Peninsula’s premier properties, meticulously designed and finished with every conceivable luxury imaginable, sourced from around the globe. Owned by the Hodgins family for over 100 years this can only be described as a once in a lifetime opportunity! A one hundred and twenty square (approx.) reproduction of ‘Oak Alley’ a historic mansion located on the Mississippi River in the community of Vacherie, Louisiana.

Originally named The Bon Séjour meaning ‘good living’. Defined by its sheer size, unparalleled extravagance and advanced innovation, this impressive architecturally designed home spans two levels commanding panoramic views across the manicured grounds and two of the properties three lakes. Circa 2001 the home includes two kitchens, multiple formal and informal living zones, four bathrooms, lift, ducted heating, vacuum and air-conditioning. Positioned on (approx.) fifty five acres the property has over two and a half acres of lakes. Grand in scale, unsurpassed in quality and extraordinary in every aspect, this magnificent family estate is a private lifestyle retreat surrounded by breathtaking grounds and an overwhelming sense of serenity. This architectural masterpiece commands admiration yet retains the essence of a true family home, offering a way of life that is simply unparalleled. An enormous three car garage positioned under roofline, offices in both the home as well as outbuildings, two factory style sheds totalling over 1700m2 (approx.) offering huge storage and business potential are just some of the special features too numerous to mention.

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

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

AUCTION

Red Hill 88 Red Hill Road

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“Kanangra” This lovely home set on approximately ½ an acre of established gardens is sure to impress all who inspect. With dual street frontage (access from Station Rd), multiple living zones and loads of natural light makes this home well suited to all families, retirees, holiday makers and anyone after a unique place to call home in an ideal location. Comprising: 3 bedrooms, central bathroom, formal lounge and dining with adjoining sun room/study, kitchen, family room (with a/c), laundry, double carport, workshop and rear access with additional car spaces available, separate bungalow perfect for home office or fantastic cubby. Special features include: gas ducted heating, open fire (chezelles chimenea), automatic timber front gate, fenced area/paddock for chickens or a small pony, leafy outlook from every room and a large deck for entertaining, glimpses of Westernport bay. Walking distance to Red Hill South shopping village, Red Hill – Merricks track, and close to local school (school bus stop just meters away), the region’s leading wineries and beaches and easy freeway access for a short trip to town via Peninsula Link.

AUCTION Sunday 2nd March at 12.30pm View www.harcourts.com.au/VHS4836 Open Saturday 2.00-2.30pm and Sunday 1.00-1.30pm Tim Ripper 0434 513 640

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Harcourts SINCE 1888

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

THREE SOLD

Hastings 277 Marine Parade

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Western Port Gardens Quality Townhouses Priced to Sell - Three Sold Already!

For those of us looking for a quality unit within a well-built and architecturally designed complex. With the market on the move again there is no better time to buy! Some of the many benefits include two bedrooms, master with ensuite and walk in robe, gas ducted heating, lock up garages with remote doors and landscaping to the front and rear of the properties. A â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;turn keyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; finish including fly screens, security doors, blinds, letterbox and cloths lines. Big enough to give a feeling of space with a quality finish by a Mornington builder. The complex of 7 is open, in a central position and well presented. Save on stamp duty and get in now, visit the local display unit to see, touch and truly appreciate the quality build!

Please note: artist impressions have been used during promotion of the properties for sale. They have been used as a guide only.

Price View Open

From $294,950 www.harcourts.com.au/VHS4579

By Appointment

Jason Dowler 0403 598 754

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Harcourts SINCE 1888

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

STAGE ONE SELLING NOW

Bittern 75 Hendersons Road

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‘Bittern Grange’ - Four Available When sophistication, locality, reputation and privacy combine, you have the Bittern Grange estate.

Lavishly raw and intricately simple, this is un-paralleled modern living with a twist of chic, urban culture. Saviour the fashionable and eclectic surroundings, with the Grange celebrating the perfect balance with rural properties in every direction and the Bittern Fields shopping centre a mere amble from your doorstep. The train station is a 5 minute stroll from your doorstep and the new Peninsula Link freeway has made the area so much more accessible. The option of three bedroom, two bathroom villas - two with their own street frontage - and double garages. Hidden within a private, gated community all include an open plan kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a spacious living zone. Standard features include ducted heating, remote panel lift garage door, LCD down lights and full landscaping. Optional inclusions: Blinds and flywire screens to all windows, caesar stone bench tops, split system air conditioning and glass splashbacks in the kitchen. Suit Downsizers, when completed the estate will include 15 villas in total. Stage one selling now. Bittern’s new exclusive address. Enquire today for an estimated completion during mid/late 2014.

Price View Open

From $330,000 www.harcourts.com.au/VHS4699

By Appointment

Jason Dowler 0403 598 754

E jason.dowler@harcourts.com.au

www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

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

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

Balnarring 15-17 Capitol Avenue

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Balnarring 5 Westport Road

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Make Me An Offer!

A Great Place To Call Home

Situated in this exclusive & tightly held beach side location awaits this rare opportunity to become the proud new owner of this character family home located on a huge 1300m2 (approx.). Featuring 4 good sized bedrooms all with built-in robes & a vast luxuriously appointed master bedroom with loads of storage & contemporary en-suite with wet area & raised spa bath. In the kitchen entertaining is made easy with an expansive work top including breakfast bar & quality fixtures & appliances throughout. Adjoining the kitchen a huge dining area will accommodate the largest of family gatherings including expansive open plan family room & huge sunroom with access to the charming landscaped gardens.

This charming two storey 4 bedroom home in picturesque Balnarring will appeal to both families & retireeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s alike. Enjoy the functionality of zoned living with 2 huge upstairs bedrooms, ceiling fans & air conditioners, all serviced by a central modern bathroom including spa bath & separate toilet. The second storey also features a teenage/extended family retreat & plenty of scope to expand into the existing roof space, if desired. Upon entry you are welcomed into a living area of grand proportions to suit the biggest of seasonal gatherings, with polished hardwood flooring, quality light fittings & curtains, as well as nearly new carpets throughout.

Price View Open

Price View Open

Negotiable over $690,000 www.harcourts.com.au/VHS4544

By Appointment

Andrea Hannah 0417 400 660 E andrea.hannah@harcourts.com.au

Negotiable over $650,000 www.harcourts.com.au/VHS4537

By Appointment

Andrea Hannah 0417 400 660 E andrea.hannah@harcourts.com.au

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

Somers 44 Campsie Court

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Somers 10 Kay Court

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Relax And Indulge

Bargain! Vendor Says Sell

Set on approx ž acre this gorgeous property offers excellent value. Exuding a calming relaxed feel this generous home boasts a new modern kitchen of generous proportions with stainless appliances and stone bench-tops, a stunning new bathroom with spa and walk-in shower all set in a highly desirable court position. Bright and spacious with 4 good sized bedrooms & 3 living zones the generous zoned open-plan living & hostess kitchen facilities will cater for the largest of gatherings with loads of storage and bench space. Boasting a very pleasant outlook as you laze the day away in indoor or outdoor comfort or take a plunge in the solar heated pool in total privacy.

With the last block in Kay Court selling for $520,000 and the council valuation at $740,000, no-one could argue there is value buying here. With most of the hard work done, ready to move in, this scorcher of a property is ready to go! Located only a moments walk to the white sands of Somers beach, primary school & general store, this substantial solid brick residence is positioned in an enviable quiet court location.

Suitable to families, retirees & holiday makers, this generous beach side abode set on a huge 1300m2 allotment has all the hallmarks of a great waterside property offering value packed buying by the bay.

Price View Open

Price View Open

Negotiable over $920,000 www.harcourts.com.au/VHS4546

By Appointment

Andrea Hannah 0417 400 660 E andrea.hannah@harcourts.com.au

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$670,000 + www.harcourts.com.au/VHS4546

By Appointment

Andrea Hannah 0417 400 660 E andrea.hannah@harcourts.com.au

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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

Testimonial

COVERING THE WESTERN PORT REGION

Hastings, Somerville, Tyabb, Crib Point, Bittern & Balnarring

HASTINGS - 6 Pinewood Drive

$330,000 plus

CENTRAL & SPACIOUS - NOT A CENT TO SPEND

OPEN SAT 1.15-1.45PM

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Firstly, a huge thank you on selling our house. When deciding who we wanted to give the job to we decided on Sean based on the fact he was enthusiastic without being false, honest and not annoying! Both Sean and Dayle kept us informed throughout the whole process and we appreciated the phone calls immediately after each inspection. This eased all anxiety. Thank you also for keeping our spirits up over the process reassuring us that the sale of our house was a guarantee as you thought our house was something special. We would highly recommend you to any vendor based on your integrity, humour and your ability to get the job done with little fuss.â&#x20AC;?

PS: Also, love your style.The suit on a 45 degree day was great.

VENDORS OF 59 CHURCH STREET, HASTINGS

IF YOU WOULD LIKE A RESULT LIKE THIS CALL SEAN OR DAYLE TODAY ON 5979 4412 HASTINGS

$270,000 plus

â&#x20AC;˘ 4 bedrooms, main with WIR & FES. Three with BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;˘ Separate living areas plus dining area â&#x20AC;˘ Updated kitchen with stainless steel oven and dishwasher â&#x20AC;˘ Outdoor paving and undercover entertainment area â&#x20AC;˘ 6x4 lock up garage on concrete at rear of property â&#x20AC;˘ Currently leased at $320 per week

TYABB

$390,000 plus

SOLID INVESTMENT - POTENTIAL FOUR UNIT SITE (STCA)

FAMILY FRIENDLY - SOLID AND SPACIOUS WITH HUGE STUDIO AT REAR

â&#x20AC;˘3 bedrooms with BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;˘Updated kitchen â&#x20AC;˘ Separate living and dining with study area â&#x20AC;˘ Updated bathroom â&#x20AC;˘ Double carport â&#x20AC;˘ Currently leased at $270 p/w

â&#x20AC;˘3 bedrooms with BIR, main with WIR & FES â&#x20AC;˘Separate living areas and dining area â&#x20AC;˘Built-in bar â&#x20AC;˘Central family bathroom â&#x20AC;˘Updated kitchen with plenty of bench and cupboard space Â&#x2021;9HUVDWLOH GRXEOH EULFN VWXGLR DW UHDU SHUIHFW IRU KRPH RIĂ&#x20AC;FH HQWHUWDLQLQJ RU H[WUD DFFRPRGDWLRQ

PROPERTIES FOR LEASE

RESIDENTIAL HASTINGS - 1/81 Marine Parade HASTINGS - 3/19 Queen Street HASTINGS - 2 King Street HASTINGS - 9 Quadrant Court

LANGWARRIN - 35 Granite Drive MT. MARTHA - 6 Durham Court

$225 PER WEEK $235 PER WEEK $340 PER WEEK $280 PER WEEK

$350 PER WEEK $590 PER WEEK

COMMERCIAL SHOP / OFFICE HASTINGS - High Street Location, P.O.A CRIB POINT INDUSTRIAL LAND - MAKE US AN OFFER

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT TEAM

SALES TEAM SEAN CRIMMINS 0411 734 814

DAYLE WILCOX 0423 737 908

SUE FRANKCOMBE 0421 473 135

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

$140,000

email us at info@penpark.com.au 5979

$149,950

$159,900

2700

KYLIE ROBERTS 0411 094 458

SALLY WILCOX 0432 660 284

- Safe - Affordable - Secure, long term tenure After Hours - Brad Wilcox 0419 583 634

$169,900

$189,000

zLow maintenance z24 hour security access zA carefree lifestyle zFreedom to travel zEconomical zFull-time on site managers zSocial club zCommunity centre

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HASTINGS A True Family Entertainer

DER UN RACT T CON

This quality 4 bedroom home has open plan living and a spectacular outdoor entertainment area. Sure to impress from the moment you arrive, the home has a stylish façade and beautifully landscaped front garden. Step inside to the wide tiled entry that leads to the kitchen that overlooks the open plan family and dining areas.There are 4 bedrooms, master with FES and WIR, all remaining bedrooms have BIRs and share the sparkling family bathroom. Separate living zones include a formal lounge to the front of the home and a rumpus room to the rear. Practical modern features consist of a large laundry, gas ducted heating and evaporative cooling plus an oversized double lock up remote garage for that extra storage space. Outdoor entertainment is where this home really shines. A huge merbau deck is fully covered, and has ceiling fans and enclosed with high quality cafĂŠ blinds to ensure you can enjoy this space in any weather. The backyard also features a 2000L water tank, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s play area with cubby house and sandpit plus a large (6x3m approx) garden shed.

For Sale:

Offers Over $465,000

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;KOORAWATHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Large Lifestyle Living â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6.5 acres

HASTINGS - 5 Lady Nada Way LI NE ST W IN G

Exceptional Value For The Family Tucked in a quiet position in one of Hastings most sought after family estates this property is amazing value and is sure to be snapped up quickly.

Featuring four bedrooms, master with walk in robe and ensuite, BIRs to the remaining bedrooms plus a genHURXV VWXG\ KRPH RIĂ&#x20AC;FH 7KH PRGHUQ NLWFKHQ LV RSHQ to the meals area and large family room plus there is a separate formal lounge. Gas ducted heating throughout and air conditioning to the family room ensure your family will be comfortable in any season.

Outside boasts an undercover entertaining area, double lock up garage with remote entry and drive through rear access to a 6 x 4m2 approx workshop with power and roller door.

This home is beautifully presented and is ideal for families of all shapes and sizes or would make an excellent addition to your investment portfolio

Your new lifestyle awaits in this beautiful 6.5 acre property. On a battle-axe block, surrounded by trees, this hidden gem provides you with a relaxing and quiet lifestyle.

Drive past 7 large horse yards to a huge 50-square home surrounded by green lawns. Featuring 4 bedrooms (split system in each), two bathrooms and a study, the home also has a huge lounge with plenty of space for the family. An equally large rumpus room has a solid timber bar and opens out to an undercover outdoor entertaining area with a pot belly stove.

The solid timber kitchen with walk in pantry features a dual fuel stove/oven and overlooks the meals area, that opens to a full length deck.

A self-contained bungalow outside has bed, lounge and bathroom and will be great for the in-laws or a teenagers retreat.A 225m2 workshop has 3-phase power, and there are plenty of other sheds & storage ont he property. Further inclusions are two bore points, multiple water storage tanks, a gym, motorbike/4wd track, orchard and a pony club sized grass arena.

For Sale: Inspect:

For Sale:

Offers over $390,000 Saturday 11.00-11.30am

CRIB POINT

HASTINGS

HASTINGS - 23 Madang Court

For Sale:

HASTINGS

Offers Over $410,000

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Investors! Look No Further Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your chance to purchase a home that looks like new, with a lease thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s as good as they get!

Surrounded by similar sized family homes, this 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom property, with double garage, is the perfect investment to start your portfolio or add to your growing one. Two living areas, walk in robe + ensuite to main bedroom, and modern kitchen with stainless steel appliacnes. Outside a covered entertainment area. Currently with a Defence Housing Australia lease, rented at $400.00 per week. Never worry about a late rent payment again! )XUWKHU EHQHĂ&#x20AC;WV RI D '+$ OHDVH LQFOXGH DOO UHSDLUV DQG maintenance covered by DHA not the landlord. Upon expiry of the lease, DHA will recarpet all the rooms and repaint the entire house inside and out. What more could you ask for! Occupy the home after the lease expires or re-rent it in as new condition with that fresh paint smell....all at no cost to you.

Space & Character

Family Sized Value

Be pleasantly surprised with this charming double brick residence that is spacious and functional. A large formal ORXQJH ZLWK H[SRVHG EULFN DQG RSHQ Ă&#x20AC;UH SODFH WLPEHU kitchen boasting quality appliances including dishwasher and island bench and there is a formal dining room.

3BRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, two with built-in robes and main with WIR & FES. There is a generous family room with gas heating and split system which opens to a paved entertainment area.

This four bedroom family home on a 715m2 (approx) block is undeniably amazing value.

Featuring a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances that overlooks the family dining area with a step down to the huge open living area with gas heating, air conditioning and access to the yard via sliding doors. $OO IRXU EHGURRPV ERDVW WLPEHU Ă RRUV DQG DUH VHUYLFHG by a family bathroom with separate W.C. For Sale: Offers over $275,000 Inspect: Saturday 12.00-12.30pm

For Sale:

HASTINGS

Offers over $765,000

Offers Over $365,000

CRIB POINT

TYABB

D L O S Little Gem

Affordable Central Unit

A Semi-Rural Family Lifestyle

Hobby Farmers look no further!

A stones throw to Pelican Park and close to Marina, this 2 bedroom unit is a must see. A white picket fence leads to the shaded entry and central hallway. 2 good size bedrooms both with built-in robes, central bathroom with bath and shower. A meals area which leads to the rear courtyard plus modern kitchen and planter box window.

A good size lounge with air-conditioning and ducted heating throughout. The unit has its own single lock up garage.

Located within walking distance to town and all amenities WKLV VLQJOH OHYHO XQLW LV LGHDO IRU UHWLUHHV LQYHVWRUV RU Ă&#x20AC;UVW home buyers. This brick veneer unit features 2 bedrooms, large lounge with split system a/c and gas heating, bathroom and separate toilet and laundry. The practical kitchen overlooks the meals area which includes a sliding door leading out to the courtyard with access to the single garage.

This family home is positioned on a large 1226m2 approx block. The home features 4BRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s - main with FES & WIR, GDH throughout, and the kitchen overlooks the family room with s/system heating and cooling which accesses the undercover outdoor entertaining area. Outside is a great workshop/garage with concrete and power, chicken coup, veggie garden, 27,000L in water tanks, solar power and a double carport plus gated rear access.

Approx 9 acres of fenced land in Tyabb. 4 bedroom home with 1 bathroom and 2 toilets. Decent sized bedrooms and living area. Large kitchen with gas stove, dishwasher and timber cupboards. Separate dining, polished Ă RRUERDUGV FHLOLQJ IDQV DQG GXFWHG KHDWLQJ IRU \HDU round comfort. Double carport and brand new shedding at the rear. Solar power + mains power and a 30,000 liter water tank.

For Sale:

For Sale:

For Sale:

For Sale:

$270,000 - $285,000

CYNTHIA DOBBIN Phone: 0438 773 627

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$385,000 - $410,000

tallon.com.au

$845,000

35 High Street, Hastings 5979 3000

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MARKET PLACE 197 Main Street Mornington VIC 3931 T. 03 5975 6888

Mornington

Auction

Simply irresistible THIS three-bedroom builder’s own home has an intriguing split-design and vaulted ceilings that are sure to impress. A grand entrance sets the scene, with style and practical comfort on display. Feature windows flood the interior with natural light which accentuates the sense of space throughout the zoned living areas, which include a sunken formal lounge room, separate formal dining, and casual meals area adjoining the splendid kitchen with island bench. A spacious family room downstairs is complemented by a vast area upstairs that is perfect for a home theatre or guest accommodation. Also upstairs is the master bedroom, which features a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite. Beautifully presented throughout, this lovely property boasts slate flooring, ducted heating, three air-conditioning units and a large entertaining deck. Other external features include two garden sheds and a double carport. The home is set on a landscaped 1000-square-metre block within walking distance to Bentons Square shopping centre and school bus stop.

Address: Price: Agency: Agent:

Location Is Everything This well-positioned home is within walking distance to transport, schools and shops. Featuring 3 bedrooms with robes, new kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a generous lounge/ meals area. Outside there is a lovely covered entertainment area, great size back yard with a single garage and a work shop. Inspect now to avoid missing out on this opportunity.

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Instantly relaxing, this brand new residence is beautifully appointed and perfectly attuned to the seaside environment. Superb finishes contrast against a fresh colour scheme with glass doors drawing the spacious decking and lowmaintenance garden inside. Glass-flanked open-plan living integrates a sparkling stone kitchen, while a top-floor living area extends to a large balcony.

Auction Saturday 15th February at 4.00pm Inspect Saturday 3.30–4.00pm Contact Chris Wilson 0417 147 307 Luke McCoy 0467 321 322 bowmanandcompany.com.au

69 Wensleydale Drive, MORNINGTON $640,000–$660,000 Jacobs & Lowe, 220 Main Street, Mornington, 5976 5900 Susan Clavin, 0417 141 007

Somerville 82 Pembroke Drive

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Price $350,000 - $370,000 View

By Appointment

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

Somerville 2 Eliza Place

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Popular Family Size Home Situated close to the hub of Somerville, this spacious family home offers 4BR’s - main bedroom with FES & WIR - and second family bathroom. Living areas consist of a formal lounge with study alcove, open plan Blackwood timber kitchen and meals area plus separate family room. Outside there is a lovely decked undercover sitting area and plenty of garden space. A double garage under roof line with remote door has access into the garden. All fully fenced and a block size of a quarter of an acre (approx). This will be a popular purchase so be quick to inspect.

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By Appointment

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

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

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197 Main Street Mornington VIC 3931 T. 03 5975 6888

Auction

Mornington Auction this Saturday

2/6 Marine Avenue, Mornington Embracing serene seclusion, this single-level townhouseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contemporary style is complemented by a boutique setting close to the beach and Mornington Main Street. A good size courtyard adds alluring outdoor aspects to a sunny dining room and a separate spacious living room. The well-appointed kitchen features quality appliances including a dishwasher and good storage solutions. A main bedroom with an ensuite and walk-in robe, two further fitted bedrooms and a family bathroom with a separate toilet illustrate present day appeal and a thoughtful user-friendly layout. A double garage, ducted heating and reverse-cycle air conditioning add all the necessities in this sought-after Mornington setting.

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Auction This Saturday at 11.00am Inspect Saturday from 10.30am Contact Deborah Quinn 0428 205 555 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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Mount Martha

26 Benton’s Road, Mount Martha Just moments to the Esplanade and beach, this fully-renovated single-level four bedroom, two bathroom residence is an outstanding family entry point into beachside Mount Martha. Light-filled, open and spacious, the inviting interior provides attractive contemporary spaces for family living with polished floorboards, a generous living room, a bright central kitchen and two separate dining areas linking to a fabulous deck. A palatial main bedroom with a stylish ensuite, a return driveway to a carport, R/cycle air-conditioning, ducted heating add additional assets in this sought-after address close to the beach, schools, shops and transport.

Auction

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Auction Saturday 22nd February at 11.00am Inspect Saturday 2.00–2.30pm Contact Deborah Quinn 0428 205 555 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 bowmanandcompany.com.au

Balnarring

Auction

114 Balnarring Road, Balnarring This striking modern 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom residence showcases a mix of refreshing natural finishes and 3 living areas. Distinctive design materials from heated polished concrete flooring to stone bench tops tie the house together; while towering walls of windows emphasise the openness with magnificent views across the landscaped gardens. Set behind remote gates with a double garage and a double carport, the home is close to Balnarring Village, the beach, schools and buses.

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Auction Saturday 15th February at 2.00pm Inspect Thursday, Saturday & Sunday 1.00–1.30pm Contact Lisa Fraser-Smith 0400 760 101 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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197 Main Street Mornington VIC 3931 T. 03 5975 6888

Auction

Rosebud

25 Sherwood Avenue, Rosebud Designed in sync with the coastal environment, this as new 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom residence with bay and hill views reveals itself across three sensational levels. Natural materials are utilised at their designer best to create relaxed sophistication from the native landscaped garden to the extensive use of floorboards and stone. Well-planned for family living, the home features three zoned living areas including a top-floor open-plan living and dining room with views to the bay, a balcony and a gourmet stone and Blanco kitchen.

Features a double remote garage with internal access, a stylish en suite, R/C air conditioning and more. The home is close to local shops, schools and bush reserves.

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Auction Saturday 15th February at 11.00am Inspect Saturday 3.45–4.15pm Contact Deborah Quinn 0428 205 555 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 bowmanandcompany.com.au

Main Ridge

1308 Mornington–Flinders Road, Main Ridge Step into a fairytale! This enchanting weatherboard residence is straight from the pages of a story book. This unique four-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home evokes the tranquil ambience of the country while only minutes away from shops and Red Hill Primary School. The whimsy of the picturesque façade and the multiple levels inspires relaxation both inside and out. A sitting room complements a gorgeous attic style playroom and an open plan living and dining room with elevated views and a balcony. The contemporary kitchen combines space with quality appointments. A matching 2-storey studio awaits the final finishing touches. The fenced property includes water tanks, established trees and abundant wildlife. 1 acre approx.

2.5

Auction

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Auction Saturday 15th February at 12.30pm Inspect Thursday, Saturday & Sunday 12.00–12.30pm Contact Lisa Fraser Smith 0400 760 101 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 bowmanandcompany.com.au

197 Main Street Mornington VIC 3931 T. 03 5975 6888

Auction

Mornington

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2/143 Barkly Street, Mornington Spectacular bay views are yours to enjoy from this secluded and immediately inviting two-storey 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom residence set high on the hill. Impress your guests in the top-floor open plan living and dining wing with knock-out views, a deep sea-viewing balcony and a granite kitchen. The main bedroom sports wonderful water views through to the city, French doors to the balcony, a large WIR and a spacious ensuite; while a sitting room flows out to a covered terrace for year round entertaining. Appointments including security gates and a double remote garage highlight the quality while you walk to the beach, dine out on Main Street or simply put your feet up and marvel at the outlook.

Rosebud

16 Branson Street, Rosebud

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This long-held, one-owner three-bedroom plus study, two-bathroom family home has been fastidiously maintained and impressively designed to stay abridge of the latest living trends in a quiet family-focused pocket close to schools, transport, Rosebud Plaza and the beach. Features formal/casual living, an extensive paved courtyard, a garage with workshop and a tandem carport.

Auction Saturday 22nd February at 12.30pm Inspect Saturday 12.00–12.30pm Contact Chris Wilson 0417 147 307 Luke McCoy 0467 321 322 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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Auction 22nd February at 2.00pm Inspect Saturday 12.30–1.00pm Contact Deborah Quinn 0428 205 555 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 bowmanandcompany.com.au

Mornington

Auction

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Grandly-proportioned formal living and dining rooms are matched with a spacious family room with the ambience of a gas open fireplace. The gourmet kitchen has black granite work surfaces and two pack cabinetry and overlooks an informal meals area; while a second kitchen services the alfresco dining area. Set on a large lowmaintenance block, the home features a three car carport with an adjoining garage.

Auction Saturday 15th February at 11.00am Inspect Saturday 1.00–1.30pm Contact Luke McCoy 0467 321 322 Chris Wilson 0417 147 307 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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For Sale - Mount Eliza

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Brand Spankin’ New Cafe

Bistro Maison

Brand New

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KŶĞ ŽĨ Dƚ ůŝnjĂ͛Ɛ ƉƌĞŵŝĞƌ ƌĞƐƚĂƵƌĂŶƚƐ ƐƉĞĐŝĂůŝƐŝŶŐ ŝŶ ŵŽĚĞƌŶ ƵƐƚƌĂůŝĂŶ ĐƵŝƐŝŶĞ͕ ŝƐ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ŵĂƌŬĞƚ͘ &ƵůůLJ ůŝĐĞŶĐĞĚ͕ ůŽŶŐ ƚĞƌŵ ůĞĂƐĞ͕ ůŽǁ ƌĞŶƚ͕ ůĂƌŐĞ ƚĂŬŝŶŐƐ ĂŶĚ ůŽǁ ĂƐŬŝŶŐ ƉƌŝĐĞ͘ ZĞĐĞŶƚůLJ ĂƉƉƌŽǀĞĚ ĐŽƵŶĐŝů ƉůĂŶƐ ĨŽƌ ŽƵƚƐŝĚĞ Ăƚ ĨƌŽŶƚ ŽĨ ĐĂĨĠ͘ dŚĞ ƉĞƌĨĞĐƚ ƌĞĐŝƉĞ ĨŽƌ Ă ƋƵŝĐŬ ƐĂůĞ͘

ƌĂŶĚ ŶĞǁ ƐƉĂĐŝŽƵƐ ĂŶĚ ŵŽĚĞƌŶ ĨĂĐƚŽƌLJ ǁŝƚŚ ŽƉĞŶ ƉůĂŶ ŽĸĐĞ ͕ ŬŝƚĐŚĞŶ͕ ƚŽŝůĞƚƐ͕ ͕ϰ ĐĂƌ ƐƉĂĐĞƐ͕ ůŽƚƐ ŽĨ ŶĂƚƵƌĂů ůŝŐŚƚ ĂŶĚ ůŽŽŬŝŶŐ ŽƵƚ ŽǀĞƌ ĂůůĂƐ ƌŽŽŬƐ WĂƌŬ͘ tŽƌŬŝŶŐ ĨŽƌŵ ŚĞƌĞ ǁŽƵůĚ ďĞ Ă ƉůĞĂƐƵƌĞ͊ Ăůů ƚŽ ĂƌƌĂŶŐĞ ĂŶ ŝŶƐƉĞĐƟŽŶ͘

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ ΨϭϲϬ͕ϬϬϬ ;ĮƚͲŽƵƚ ŽŶůLJͿ Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

EĞǁůLJ ĞƋƵŝƉƉĞĚ ĐĂĨĠ ŝŶ ƚŚĞ ŚĞĂƌƚ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ ŝŶĚƵƐƚƌŝĂů ĂƌĞĂ ŽƉĞŶ ϱ ĚĂLJƐ Ă ǁĞĞŬ͕ ƚĂŬŝŶŐ Ă ŵŝŶŝŵƵŵ ŽĨ ΨϭϬϬϬ Ă ĚĂLJ͘ ŚĞĂƉ ƌĞŶƚ Ăƚ ΨϮϬϬϬƉĐŵ ŝŶĐ '^d͕ ǀĞƌLJ ůŽLJĂů ĐůŝĞŶƚĞůĞ ĂŶĚ ĞdžĐĞůůĞŶƚ ƌĞƉƵƚĂƟŽŶ ǁŝƚŚ ƐĐŽƉĞ ĨŽƌ ĨƵƌƚŚĞƌ ŚŽƵƌƐ ŝĨ ĚĞƐŝƌĞĚ͘ ǀĂŝůĂďůĞ ĨŽƌ ŝŶƐƉĞĐƟŽŶ ďLJ ĂƉƉŽŝŶƚŵĞŶƚ͘ tŝůůŝŶŐ ƚŽ ƚƌĂŝů͘

Sale Price: $225,000 + SAV Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Lease Price: $2200 pcm + GST + OGS Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

Sale Price: $145,000 Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

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Freehold Investment

Medical In Mount Eliza &ŝǀĞ ĐŽŶƐƵůƟŶŐ ƐƵŝƚĞƐ͕ Ϯ ƉĞƌŵŝƚƐ͕ ϴ ĐĂƌ ƉĂƌŬƐ ĂŶĚ ůĂƌŐĞ ƌĞĐĞƉƟŽŶ ĂƌĞĂ Ăůů ǁŝƚŚ EĞƉĞĂŶ ,ǁLJ ĞdžƉŽƐƵƌĞ͘ dŚŝƐ ƉƌŽƉĞƌƚLJ ǁŽŶ͛ƚ ůĂƐƚ͘ ǀĂŝůĂďůĞ ϭͬϬϰͬϮϬϭϰ͘

Lease Price: $3000pcm + GST + OGS Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

dŚŝƐ ďĞĂƵƟĨƵůůLJ ƌĞŶŽǀĂƚĞĚ ƉĞƌŝŽĚ ŚŽŵĞ ŚĂƐ ďĞĞŶ ĨƵůůLJ ƌĞƐƚŽƌĞĚ ƚŽ ŝƚƐ ŶĂƚƵƌĂů ďĞĂƵƚLJ͘ ŽŵƉƌŝƐŝŶŐ ŽĨ ϱ ůĂƌŐĞ ƌŽŽŵƐ ǁŝƚŚ ŽƉĞŶ ĮƌĞ ƉůĂĐĞ͕ Ϯ ďĂƚŚƌŽŽŵƐ͕ ŬŝƚĐŚĞŶ͕ ůĂƌŐĞ ŽƉĞŶ ƌĞĐĞƉƟŽŶ ĂƌĞĂ͕ ϭϱ ĂůůŽĐĂƚĞĚ ĐĂƌ ƐƉĂĐĞƐ͕ ůĂŶĚ ƐŝnjĞ ϭϬϬϬƐƋŵ͘ >ĞĂƐĞĚ ƚŽ ŵĞĚŝĐĂů ƉƌĂĐƟĐĞ Ăƚ ΨϴϬ͕ϬϬϬƉĂ н '^d н ŽƵƚŐŽŝŶŐƐ ŽŶ Ă ϯLJƌ dž ϯLJƌ dž ϯLJƌ ǁŝƚŚ ϰй ĂŶŶƵĂů ŝŶĐƌĞĂƐĞƐ͘

For Sale - Mornington

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OFFICES FOR LEASE ;DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ ƵŶůĞƐƐ ƐƉĞĐŝĮĞĚͿ

Mornington Showroom

dŚŝƐ ƉƌŽŵŝŶĞŶƚ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ dLJĂďď ZŽĂĚ ƐŚŽǁƌŽŽŵ ŽŶ Ă ĐŽƌŶĞƌ ƐŝƚĞ ĐĂŶ ďĞ ƉƵƌĐŚĂƐĞĚ ŽŶ Ă ůŽŶŐ ƚĞƌŵ ůĞĂƐĞ ϱLJƌ dž ϱLJƌ ŽŶ Ă ϳ͘ϱй LJŝĞůĚ͘ /ĚĞĂů ŝŶǀĞƐƚŵĞŶƚ ĨŽƌ Ă ƐƵƉĞƌĂŶŶƵĂƟŽŶ ĨƵŶĚ͘ dŚŝƐ ǁŝůů ŶŽƚ ůĂƐƚ͘

^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ KŶ ƉƉůŝĐĂƟŽŶ Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Sale Price: $1.35 million Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

For Sale - Mornington

Licenced Cafe

For Sale - Dromana

Ϯ ^ĞǀĞŶƚŚ ǀĞ ZŽƐĞďƵĚ Ͳ ϵϱƐƋŵ $560pw + GST + OG ϭϬͬϮϳ WƌŽŐƌĞƐƐ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ Ͳ ϰϬƐƋŵ $196pw + GST + OG ϯͬϭϱ <ĞŶũŝ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ ʹ ϴϰƐƋŵ $492pw + GST + OG Ϯϳ WƌŽŐƌĞƐƐ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ Ͳ ϰϬƐƋŵ $134pw + GST + OG ϲ ͬ ϭϭ ZĂŝůǁĂLJ 'ƌŽǀĞ Ͳ ϮϬƐƋŵ $250pw + GST + OG Ϯϴ DĂŝŶ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ Ͳ &ƌŽŵ ϭϮƐƋŵ $250pw + GST + OG >ϯ͕ ϭͬϮϴ DĂŝŶ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ $350pw + OG fee ϱͬϮϳ sŝƌŐŝŶŝĂ ^ƚ͘ Ͳ ϰϴϲƐƋŵ $1058pw + GST + OG

FACTORIES FOR LEASE ;DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ ƵŶůĞƐƐ ƐƉĞĐŝĮĞĚͿ

&Žƌ ^ĂůĞͲ ,ĂƐƟŶŐƐ ϭϬͬϲϭ &͛ƐƚŽŶ 'ĂƌĚĞŶƐ ǀĞ͕ ĂƌƌƵŵ ŽǁŶƐ Ͳ ϯϯϬƐƋŵ $520pw +GST+OG ϭͬϭϮ ^ŝƌ >ĂƵƌĞŶĐĞ ǀĞ ^ĞĂĨŽƌĚ ʹ ϱϬϬƐƋŵ $673pw+GST+OG ϰͬϰ dƌĞǁŝƩ ŽƵƌƚ͕ ƌŽŵĂŶĂ Ͳ ϮϱϬƐƋŵ $460pw + GST + OG

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Freehold & Land

Juice Bar

Best In Town

dŚŝƐ ĂƐ ŶĞǁ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ŝƐ ƐĞƚ ƵƉ ĂŶĚ ƌĞĂĚLJ ĨŽƌ LJŽƵ ƚŽ ƚĂŬĞ ƚŽ ƚŚĞ ŶĞdžƚ ůĞǀĞů͘ &ĂŶƚĂƐƟĐ Įƚ ŽƵƚ ĂŶĚ ůŽǁ ƌĞŶƚ ǁŝƚŚ ůŽŶŐ ƚĞƌŵ ůĞĂƐĞ͘

WƌŝŵĞ WŽŝŶƚ EĞƉĞĂŶ ZŽĂĚ ůŽĐĂƟŽŶ͕ ůĂƌŐĞ ƐŚŽƉ͕ ĨƵůůLJ ĞƋƵŝƉƉĞĚ͕ ƐƚƌŽŶŐ ƌĞŐƵůĂƌ ĐůŝĞŶƚĞůĞ͕ ŐƌĞĂƚ ƚĂŬŝŶŐƐ͘ /ŶƐƉĞĐƟŽŶ Ă DƵƐƚ͘ KǁŶĞƌ ƌĞƟƌŝŶŐ͕ ŵƵƐƚ ƐĞůů͘

dŚĞƐĞ ϯ ĨĂĐƚŽƌŝĞƐ ĐŽŵĞ ǁŝƚŚ ůĂƌŐĞ ǀĂĐĂŶƚ ĂůůŽƚŵĞŶƚ ƐŝƚƵĂƚĞĚ ŽŶ ďƵƐLJ ƌŽĂĚ ŝŶ ,ĂƐƟŶŐƐ͘ /ĚĞĂů ĨŽƌ ŝŶǀĞƐƚŽƌ Žƌ ŽǁŶĞƌ ĐĐĞƐƐ tĂLJ ĂƌƌƵŵ ŽǁŶƐ ʹ &ƌŽŵ ϯϭϱƐƋŵ ŽĐĐƵƉŝĞƌ͘

Sale Price: $80,000 + SAV Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Sale Price: $395,000 + SAV Contact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

Sale Price: $1,150,000 Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

For Lease - Mornington

Ϯ ŽƵŐůĂƐ 'ǀĞ &ƌĂŶŬƐƚŽŶ ʹ ϴϬϬƐƋŵ

Gallery & Restaurant + Homestead

ƌĂŶĚ ŶĞǁ ĨĂĐƚŽƌŝĞƐ ĨƌŽŵ ĂƉƉƌŽdž͘ ϭϯϮƐƋŵ ĨŽƌ ůĞĂƐĞ ŝŶ DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ͘ <ŝƚĐŚĞŶ ĂŶĚ ƚŽŝůĞƚ ĨĂĐŝůŝƟĞƐ͕ ƌĞŵŽƚĞ ƌŽůůĞƌ ĚŽŽƌ͕ ƚǁŽ ĐĂƌƉĂƌŬƐ͘

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^ĂůĞ WƌŝĐĞ͗ KīĞƌƐ KǀĞƌ Ψϭ͘ϲ ŵŝůůŝŽŶ ĐŽŶƐŝĚĞƌĞĚ Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

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Lease Price: From $1500pcm + GST + OGS Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

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ϰϲ 'ůĞŶĚĂůĞ ǀĞ͘ ,ĂƐƟŶŐƐ Ͳ ϮϵϬƐƋŵ $370pw+GST+OG ϱͬϮϳ WƌŽŐƌĞƐƐ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ Ͳ ϰϬƐƋŵ $580pw+GST+OG

SHOPS FOR LEASE ;DŽƌŶŝŶŐƚŽŶ ƵŶůĞƐƐ ƐƉĞĐŝĮĞĚͿ ϯ DĂŝŶ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ Ͳ ϭϱϬƐƋŵ $1442.31 pw + GST + OG ϯϮϴ DĂŝŶ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ Ͳ ϰϬƐƋŵ From $350pw + GST + OG ϲϳϬ 'ůĞŶŚƵŶƚůLJ ZĚ͕ ĂƵůĮĞůĚ Ͳ ϴϮƐƋŵ $330pw + OG

CONTAINERS & STORAGE UNITS Ϯϯ sŝƌŐŝŶŝĂ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ Ͳ sĂƌŝĞƚLJ ŽĨ ƐŝnjĞƐ ĂŶĚ ƉƌŝĐĞƐ ĂǀĂŝůĂďůĞ ^ĞŶƚƌLJ ^ƚŽƌĂŐĞ Ͳ sĂƌŝĞƚLJ ŽĨ ƐŝnjĞƐ ĂŶĚ ƉƌŝĐĞƐ ĂǀĂŝůĂďůĞ

Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

1/26 McLaren Place, Mornington, Victoria 3915

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From $577 pw

Ϯϴͬϲ ^ĂƚƵ tĂLJ Ͳ ϰϮƐƋŵ $120pw+GST+OG

BUSINESSES WANTED - ALL AREAS

For Sale - Red Hill

$693pw + GST + OG

R E D N U R For Sale $207,000 E F F O

• Quiet Court Position • 2 Bedrooms • BIR to Main • Separate Meals Area • Gas Hot Plates • Electric Wall Oven • Split System Air Conditioning • Down Lights • Separate Toilet • Ceiling Fans • Security Doors •External Awnings • Garden Shed • Lock Up Garage

For Sale $175,000 • Immaculately Presented • Modern Living ThroughOut • 1 Bedroom • Built In Robe • Gas Cooking • Split System Heating/Cooling • Separate Gas Heating • Timber Flooring • Celling Fan Modern Lighting • Quality Curtains & Drapes • Double Carport •Garden Shed • Landscaped Gardens

For Sale $135,000 • Tastefully Decorated • 1 Bedroom • Built In Robe • Gas Cooking • Rinnai Gas Heater • Air Conditioning • Dining Area • Front Veranda • Carport • Garden Shed • Corner Block

MATURE AGE LIVING AT ITS VERY BEST! • Medical Centre • Bowls • On Site Hairdresser • Swimming Pool • On Site Pathology & Podiatry • Pet Friendly • Cafe & Takeaway • Library • Bingo & Activities • Dance & Live Shows plus much, much more

R E D N U R For Sale $180,000 E F F O

• Quiet Court Location • 2 Bedrooms • Built In Robes • New Carpet Through-Out • New Gas Oven • New Rinnai Gas Heater • Air Conditioning • Slim-Line Blinds • Wrap Around Verandah • Security Doors • Ramp Access • Garden Shed • Ample Parking Space

For Sale $115,000 • Great Corner Block • 1 Bedroom • Open Plan Lounge • New Carpet • Gas Appliances • Gas Heating • Air Conditioning • External Sun Blinds • Security Doors • Covered Entry • Wheelchair Ramp • Easy Care Gardens • Good Size Block

For Sale $160,000 • Freshly Painted • 2 Bedrooms • BIR to Main • New Carpet Through-out • New Blinds • New Vinyl Flooring • Split System Air Conditioning • Gas Hot Plates • Gas Wall Oven • Separate Toilet • Ceiling Fans • Security Doors • Garden Shed • Large Carport

For Sale $135,000

• Light & Bright • 2 Bedrooms • Built In-Robes • WalkIn Robe to 2nd Bedroom • Modern Kitchen • Quality Fittings Through Out • Open Plan Living • Ducted Heating • Split System Air-Conditioning • Gas Cooking • Double Carport • Ample Parking Space • Garden Shed • Good Size Block • Lovely Clean Home • Plenty Of Room For Extension

For all enquiries phone Western Port News 4 February 2014

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New page in history set to be written VICTORIA’S most lucrative country cup meeting is growing in stature every year, as the Melbourne Racing Club continues to invest in Sportingbet Mornington Cup Day. In 2014, $1 million will be up for grabs on the 10-race card, headlined by the richest non-metropolitan cup in Australia, the listed $350,000 Sportingbet Mornington Cup (2400m).

A ballot-exempt race for one of Australian racing’s grand slam events, the group one $3 million Caulfield Cup, the Mornington Cup this year is shaping as an exciting prospect, with several promising stayers aiming for cup glory at the picturesque peninsula jewel.

Racing’s leading lady, Gai Waterhouse, learnt a lot in her first visit to Mornington last year and will again take aim at the top prize with dashing front-runner Laidback Larry.

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Rails to be overhauled; houses threatened by another bushfire Compiled by Matt Vowell From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 7 February 1914 IN the next few months, the railway department will spend £79,000 in additions and improvements to various lines by relaying with heavier rails and providing extra sleepers and ballast. Among the lines affected will be the line between Mornington Junction and Stony Point, a distance of 14 miles. *** A BUSH fire that may have been attended with very serious consequences, started near the Mile Bridge, Melbourne road, on Sunday last.

Several properties were threatened, but owing to the splendid efforts of a band of fire-fighters, no serious damage was done. *** IN our report of the Frankston show, a slight error occurred. Miss Q. Cameron was credited with taking second prize for best piece of plain sewing, it should have read Miss Q. Gamble. *** THE net proceeds of the concert given by Lady Madden last week in the Frankston Hall, in aid of St. Paul’s church funds, amounted to over £23. This constitutes a record in Frankston, and is highly gratifying to the guardians of the church. *** THE Hastings branch of the Australian Women’s National League held their first meeting this year in the hall, on January 29th, with a fair attendance of members present. A resolution was carried that the donation to “Central” this year be increased by 10s, making it £2. The president

read a paper by Mrs Arthur Robinson, entitled “Duties of Citizenship,” and the meeting closed with “The National Anthem.” *** MISS Betty Plowman has matriculated at the Melbourne University.

She qualified for matriculation by passing in eleven subjects (two with distinction) at the Junior Public and in Group “A” at the Senior Public Examination. The subjects in the junior embraced three in Science, viz. Physics, Chemistry and Botany.

She proposes to prosecute her studies at the University in the School of Architecture with the view of obtaining the University Diploma on that subject. *** MR J. A. Middleton, who for the past 16 years has been in the employ of Messrs A. Nunn and Sons, Somerville, has been appointed manager at the Federal cash store in Mornington. *** THE anniversary social of the Tyabb Methodist Church is advertised to take place in the Tyabb Hall on Friday, February 13. A good programme has been arranged, and the Somerville choir will render the cantata “A Day With The Lord.” Owing to the length of the programme, patrons are requested to be punctual. *** THE death occurred at Frankston on Wednesday evening of Mrs Halford, mother of Mrs Bath, of Frankston.

The deceased lady has been ailing for some time, and her death was not unexpected. Our readers will join with us in extending heart-felt sympathy to Mrs Bath and other relatives of the

deceased in their time of bereavement. The funeral took place on Thursday, the remains being interred at St. Kilda.

The defendant said that he had forgotten that his ticket was out of date, and when called back by the station master, he had offered to pay excess.

*** AT the Mornington police court on Thursday, before Messrs Vivian Tanner, P.M., George Flood, A. E. Bates, J. D. Somers, and J. G. Barrett, J.’sP., Thos. Scott Berwick sued Harold Miller for 19s 9d, claim for meat sold and delivered. Order for amount with 2s 6d costs. Constable Banks v. John Howell, charged with driving a motor cycle in Main street, Mornington, on 26th January, at a speed dangerous to the public. The defendant, who did not appear, was fined 40s, in default distress, and ordered to

produce his licence for endorsement.

Helen McMahon v. Thos. O’Connell.

Defendant was charged with perjury committed at Mornington on 18th September, 1913, in connection with the sale of a pony. Major McInerney appeared for the prosecution, and Mr W. S. Cook for defendant. After a good deal of evidence on both sides, the Bench were unanimous in dismissing the case, no costs being allowed. *** THE bathing fatality which occurred at Sorrento on 17th January was investigated at the Morgue on Saturday by the City Coroner, Dr. R. H. Cole.

The facts have already been published. Charles Rutherford Browne, 39, single, manager of Mangaroon Station, Western Australia, dived into shallow water, and, striking his head heavily on the sandy bottom, was killed. Allan Phillip McLean, auctioneer, Claremont avenue, Malvern, said that he and Mr Browne went bathing in a private bath at Sorrento, and arranged a temporary springboard. In diving Browne appeared to over-jump the board, and he fell head foremost into about 4 feet of water. When he came to the surface he was dazed and breathing heavily. He died before medical aid was obtained. Constable R. Brennan said the insecure way in which the board was fixed contributed to the accident.

A verdict of accidental death was returned. *** DURING the week, three highly esteemed families of Mornington, who have recently disposed of their properties, have taken their

departure, and the best wishes of the community has been extended to them. Mr and Mrs A. McLellan intend residing in the Metropolis, and their property in Main street has been purchased by Mrs Williams. Mr G. T. Jenkins, who for many years has been in the employ of Mr R. Nunn as manager at the Federal cash store. and who recently purchased a business at Maffra, left for that town on Thursday. Mr Jenkins’ property was purchased by Mrs S. Bradford. Mr and Mrs Board have taken up their abode at Mentone, and their villa in Barkly street has been purchased for the Presbyterian manse. *** A DEPUTATION of dairy farmers on Wednesday requested the Railway Commissioners to permit milk from Carrum to be conveyed to the city by the 8.28 a.m. train, as was the custom some time ago. This train is the through train from Mornington, and owing to the department’s refusal to permit milk from Carrum to be carried by it, the deputation stated that it could not be despatched before 9.46 a.m., and thus arrived in the city during the hottest part of the day. As a result, losses were being sustained by the farmers, and the city venders were complaining of the bad condition of the milk. The Commissioners said they had refused to carry milk from Carrum by the 8.28 a.m. train in order to prevent delaying passengers, but nevertheless the milk was landed in the city by the 9.46 a.m. train as was milk from other districts.

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By Stuart McCullough SECRETLY, I am ashamed. I watch others eat their meals with knives and forks, and feel something of a pang, wishing that I, too, could accept the conventional approach to eating a meal. But it’s too late for me. Years of training mean that I must take the road less travelled and consume my meals, not at the table with a fistful of cutlery, but in the pantry and directly from the jar. For I choose to consume my ingredients not in combination but one at a time. For I am a tin eater, plain and simple.

The life of a tin eater is one filled with subterfuge and stealth. Having two brothers and two sisters meant there was very little I could do that escaped detection. For some reason, siblings feel oddly compelled to announce everything you do at a volume somewhere just below “air raid siren” and a pitch slightly beneath dog whistle. You could be forgiven for thinking in such a harsh environment that I’d be unable to get away with anything, but that would be to underestimate the inexhaustible nature of human ingenuity.

We’d be sitting together in the lounge room, all five us, watching a movie. Without so much as a word, I’d attempt to slip out of my chair. I say “attempt” as the seat in question was not the conventional four-legged variety but a beanbag. It’s a scientific fact that getting out of a beanbag is akin to attempting to break a bear hug executed by an actual bear. You can no more slip out of a beanbag

than you can throw a tennis ball and land it on the moon. Getting out of the upholstered, velour quicksand required you to roll over several times to the floor before pushing yourself to your feet.

At first, my brothers and sisters would say nothing. I would then make my way to the kitchen and begin a process I like to think of as “visual grazing”. This involved a full reconnaissance of the pantry.

For many families, the pantry is an expansive area that permits you to observe all the food your family has to offer. Ours, however, was something of an afterthought, squeezed into a space that was originally intended for a broom cupboard. The first challenge, however, was to open the door without alerting my siblings.

I am sure that we possessed oil.

Given that we had a shed that preserved everything including a used

plaster cast from when I broke my leg, there was bound to be a can of WD40 somewhere. And yet, for some reason, the hinges of our pantry were forever squeaky.

To open it was to unleash a sound that resembled a choir of mice after someone had poured a bucket of cold water on them. Perhaps that was exactly the point. No matter where our parents were, they could instantly tell when the pantry was being violated.

My father could be off in the back paddock and using a chainsaw, but would cease as the sound of a mouselike chorale drifted across the valley.

If it was impossible to put anything past someone in the back paddock, there was no hope of eluding those in the living room.

Using the kind of care normally associated with detonating an explosive, I would begin to prise open the pantry. No matter how careful I was, it would never fail to emit a tortured squeal. At the very first note, there would be a challenge from my brothers and sisters. The words “what are you doing?” rang out like a demand to stand and deliver. In truth, they knew full well what I was up to. The only thing more ridiculous than the question was my standard response of “nothing” when, in fact, nothing couldn’t be further from the truth.

When faced with all manner of foodstuffs, most people would be tempted to create some kind of snack or meal. I, on the other hand, thought this would simply delay the inevitable. Rather than mess around with the

black magic that is actual cooking, I preferred to jemmy the lid off various containers and eat directly from the tin. The trick was to complete stuffing my mouth before curiousity got the better of one of my brothers or sisters who, having failed to be satisfied by my earlier response of “nothing”, would decide to come to the kitchen to personally investigate.

Milo was a particular favourite.

Truth be told, I ate more of it from the tin than I ever did as a drink. Sometimes our parents would mess with the formula and purchased drinking chocolate instead. Although the drinking chocolate was exquisitely tasty, the power was much finer and meant that if you were to breathe in at the wrong time, your throat would convulse, causing you to choke and a small cloud of chocolate drinking powder to burst over your lips like an eruption from a long-dormant volcano.

Truth be told, some of the finest meals I ever ate were consumed behind the pantry door. It’s something I’ve since given up. Whether that’s because I grew out of it or because our current pantry doesn’t have a door, and is all the less thrilling as a result, I truly couldn’t say.

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Performance LISA McCune will play Anna Leonowens in the Tony Award-winning Australian production of The King and I, which is being revived this year by John Frost and Opera Australia.

The King of Siam will be played by by Jason Scott Lee. The King and I also stars Chinese-born Australian opera singer Shu-Cheen Yu as Lady Thiang and Adrian Li Donni as Lun Tha, and is directed by Christopher Renshaw, with scenic design by Brian Thomson, costumes by Roger Kirk and lighting by Nigel Levings.

John Frost’s now legendary Australian production premiered at the Adelaide Festival Theatre in 1991. Directed by West End director Christopher Renshaw and starring Hayley Mills as Anna, it played to sell out houses around the country.

In 1996, the production went on to win four Tony Awards on Broadway: Best Revival of a Musical, Best Performance by an Actress in a Musical (Donna Murphy), Best Scenic Design (Brian Thomson) and Best Costume Design (Roger Kirk). The Broadway season was followed by a US tour.

In 2000, the production opened at the London Palladium with Elaine Paige as Anna where it played for nearly two years before embarking on a UK tour.

Christopher Renshaw returns to Australia to revive the production, with its stunning Thai-inspired set design by Brian Thomson, sumptuous costumes

by Roger Kirk and lighting by Nigel Levings.

Susan Kikuchi will recreate the original Jerome Robbins choreography as well as the choreography of her mother Yuriko who appeared in the 1951 Broadway production and the 1956 film.

The King and I opens in at the Princess Theatre, Melbourne in June. Tickets 1300 111 011. www.thekingandimusical.com.au *** Many TV fans are mourning the deaths of Russell Johnson, who played Professor in Gilligan’s Island and

Dave Madden, who was the band manager Reuben Kincaid in the TV series The Partridge Family. Canadian-born Madden also appeared in Bewitched, Barney Miller, Happy Days, The Love Boat and Fantasy Island.

Russell Johnson also appeared in 77 Sunset Strip, Gunsmoke, Rawhide, Wagon Train and The Twilight Zone.

Johnson admitted he had trouble finding work after Gilligan’s Island, having become typecast. *** AUSTRALIA’S favourite album of 2013 was a Pink album released in 2012.

Pink’s The Truth About Love has been Australia’s highest-selling album for two years straight, selling more than 560,000 copies in Australia, with about 200,000 of those sold last year.

Pink’s album spent four weeks at No.1 this week and 35 weeks in the Top 10.

It never left the Top 40.

Pink also scored the year’s highest selling music DVD with her The Truth

about Love concert, filmed in Melbourne.

2013’s second biggest seller was Katy Perry’s Prism which sold 179,000 copies in 10 weeks. The biggest selling original Australian album released in 2013 was Russell Morris’s Sharkmouth, at No.33, which sold steadily all year despite little radio support. *** Neil Diamond, one of the world’s premier recording artists, internationally renowned and record-breaking concert performer and revered songwriter has signed a long-term recording agreement with Capitol Records.

This historic contract unites Diamond’s complete Columbia, Uni/MCA and Bang catalogues of recorded music for the first time, encompassing the artist’s entire body of work, from with his earliest recordings through the present day.

The agreement also returns the artist to Universal Music where he achieved numerous hit singles and albums with

the company’s labels in the late-1960s and early 1970s.

Diamond – a Grammy winner, Kennedy Center honoree and member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame – has sold more than 128 million records worldwide, and garnered an astounding 72 multi-Platinum, Platinum and Gold album certifications in the United States alone.

Diamond is currently writing songs and planning to enter the studio to record a new album later this year. Concurrently, a comprehensive plan for the artist’s catalogue is being conceived and executed by Capitol and Universal Music Enterprises (UMe), in conjunction with Diamond and his management team.

Throughout an illustrious and wideranging musical career, Neil Diamond has had 37 Top 10 singles and 16 Top 10 albums in the USA. His most recent studio releases, 2008’s Home Before Dark debuted at No.1 in the U.S. and UK, and 2010’s Dreams, a collection of Diamond’s favourite songs by other composers from the rock era, debuted in the Top 10 and was highly critically acclaimed. www.theinsoundfromwayout.com *** ON 7 February 1964, The Beatles arrived at New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport, greeted by scores of screaming, swooning fans who rushed the gate to catch a glimpse of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr as they took their first steps on American soil.

Two nights later, on Sunday 9 February, 74 million viewers in the US and millions more in Canada tuned in to CBS to watch The Beatles make their American television debut on The Ed Sullivan Show.

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then bad mouthing to others; almost all chasing their tails.

As Thoreau said: “Let us spend one day as deliberately as nature and not be thrown off the track by every nutshell that falls on the rails.”

Another said: “To be busy with toys is small purpose.” Seneca replied: “Better to do no end than nothing.”

Psychiatrist Glen Wilson did a multitasking study concluding the brain function addles.

Doubtful, though likely, if watching porn. *** DIDN’T Billy Snedden get into a bit of bother when overseas years ago or am I getting him mixed up with Malcolm Fraser? I’ll bet he or they received first-class consular help.

If you’re tripping off overseas make sure the Yanks like you in addition to your health insurance.

David Hicks, Mamdouh Habib and Julian Assange appear to have incurred the wrath of our government in line with USA thinking. Even Greenpeace activist Colin Russell’s treatment appears to stem from a political situation.

It would be nice to think all Australians who get into bother overseas are treated equally. It will never happen but we ordinary people like to have dreams.

Maybe it depends how my ASIO mates look at it?

Is there a country in this world where

anti-terrorist laws are not abused? The law is maintained by humans. If you watched the SBS program Persons of Interest you will have seen ASIO in action from 1945 onwards and the bully boys naive handling of innocent Australians.

It’s one thing to check on persons endangering our country’s security but why all this concentration on family and friends?

Puffed-up prefects of the wowser variety. There’s always been a list. No more communists, so other than real or suspected terrorists who else is on the current list? Leftists? Activists? Surely not socialists? Nobody’s nose knows. *** I SOMETIMES wonder about our politicians. Other than the odd fiddle with their travel expenses we never hear of any scandals of the “who’s on with who?” variety.

There has to be impervious agreement between the Canberra press and pollies. Common sense assures us of muchos philandering.

The French agreement was apparently broken two years ago, now French president Francois Hollande is supposedly having it on with an actress making worldwide headlines; no more privacy protection there.

Yes, they’re a boring lot in Canberra but human nature rarely takes a holiday.

My instincts tell me Christopher

Pyne in Canberra and locally Peter Ryan have no fears of gossip. Nothing even on those crooked state Labor powerbrokers in Sydney? *** Let’s hear it for Frankston. First from three former mayors followed by letters from residents on the joys of living there. I’ve always liked Frankston, not Geoff Shaw obviously, nor the way the shopping precinct has been mauled by design, nor the impossibility of getting a parking spot near the hospital or the train station but the rest is good stuff.

I laughed when reading in The Age of the disrespectful comments if one mentions living there. I lived there for 5 years, Bonbeach for 7 years and currently reside in Rye. The Mornington Peninsula is wracked with a subtle form of snobbery but surely no different than anywhere else? I’m betting Navy types will think they are superior to Army types and so on. Never to be taken seriously; it’s a joke. *** Super funds aside, there are certain other things which shall forever remain a mystery. The enthusiasm of many Australians for Halloween and 20/20 cricket? Then there’s the ever constant question of the reason why so many poorer people (I’m a paid-up member) honestly believe Tony Abbott’s government will govern in their interests?

Unbelievably some are smokers and

By Gary Turner

The Beatles’ American albums differed from the band’s UK albums in a variety of ways, including different track lists, song mixes, album titles, and art. The albums are presented in mono and stereo, with the exception of The Beatles’ Story and Hey Jude, which are in stereo only.

Collected in a boxed set with faithfully replicated original LP artwork, including the albums’ inner sleeves, the 13 CDs are accompanied by a 64-page booklet with Beatles photos and promotional art from the time, as well as a new essay by American author and television executive Bill Flanagan. For a limited time, all of the albums (with the exception of The Beatles’ Story, an audio documentary album) will also be available for individual CD purchase.

A Hard Day’s Night (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), The Beatles’ Story, Yesterday and Today, Hey Jude, and the US version of Revolver make their CD debuts with these releases. www.thebeatles.com *** TOP 10 ALBUMS 1. The Best Of – Sunnyboys (Warner) 2. Black Coffee – Lachlan Bryan & The Wildes 3. Stillpoint – Madder Lake (Aztec) 4. Favourites – Brothers 3 and Mum (Brothers) 5. Best Of – Billy Field (Aztec) 6. Days of Gold – Jake Owen (Sony) 7. Reset – Tina Arena (EMI) 8. I’m Stronger – Sandra Humphries (WJO) 9. River Valley Dreaming – Clelia Adams 10. Believe – Aleyce Simmonds Album of the Week: Winners CD/ DVD 2014 – Various (Universal)

A Grain of Salt IT’S all good news readers. Petrol at $1.50 a litre, prices up on electricity, water, everything and anything, and our mate Kevin Andrews is having a close and justifiable look at welfare payments.

A bonfire for shareholders and big business and we are burning up, but worry not.

Eventually, interminably, we will get through it.

Hope springs eternal if we live long enough. Buy up big on baked beans and spaghetti; walk to Woolies. If you smoke, buy tobacco and get out the potato peelings. If you fancy a beer, try the home brew. Bread and dripping.

We on the peninsula look lovingly to the day after Australia Day and the exodus; a small ray of sunshine.

How sweet it is. *** I HAVE an unsettled mind - pretty good at some things but no one particular skill. It provides me with petrol, without which the car stands still.

Spending an hour at a cafe forms part of my busy schedule, as does drinking two or three pots daily. I don’t have much money but I don’t require a lot.

I read the newspapers for comedy.

Vain people chasing their fortune power - some succeeding for a time, walking tall or shuffling along, hoping the next person doesn’t catch up, or hiding when they are passed and

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pensioners, having years of a Liberal Government behind them as clear evidence? If it wasn’t so funny it would be sad. Two of my struggling friends read The Australian newspaper, ever wary of socialists? During our last exchange I offered them the opportunity to look under my bed; declined. *** The wowsers are off the leash with the alcohol question. Expect the odd piece of questionable research (warped statistics) on the evils of drinking from questionable sources...Once it hits you of the need to be liked and you recognise your own dark side along with everyone else’s, everything falls into place...Who was the fool who suggested drivers over 70 should be subject to annual driving tests?...“Two Wongs don’t make a white” said Arthur Calwell; nothing has changed apparently...”Summertime and the yobbos are easy, hoons are jumpin’ and the bogans are high; the louts are rich and the creeps are good lookin’; so hush little baby, don’t you cry” [Michael Leunig, genius]...hooroo... www.ello8.com

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Mounties winners after first day PROVINCIAL

By IT GULLY MT Eliza has already taken first innings points against Long Island in MPCA Provincial cricket.

In a must-win game for Mt Eliza to ensure it stays in touch with the top four, the bowlers stepped up and tore through the Long Island batting.

After winning the toss and electing to bat, only three Long Island batsmen made double figures in a team total of 78.

Aaron Paxton opened with a top score of 25, while Michael Chaplin contributed 15 and Peter Connell 14.

Justin Bridegman and Paul Hartle were both dismissed without contributing to the scorecard.

The day certainly belonged to the bowlers.

Robert Maskiell had his best return for the season with 4/20 for Mt Eliza, only the second time this season he has taken multiple wickets.

Sam Creffield was just as damaging with 3/36 from 13 overs while Lyle House finished things off with 2/12 from 4.5 overs.

In the chase, the home side got away to a shaky start, losing openers House and Ben Tracey early, but Tim Strickland and Chris Wisbey got things back on track and shared an 84run partnership.

Another mini collapse, though, saw the Mounties slump to 6/145 by the end of the day’s play.

It was still enough to give them the

points and it’s highly unlikely that there will be a reverse outright.

Crib Point escaped jail against Langwarrin, thanks largely to Adam Kuelen (37), Luke Chapple (58), Ricky Thompson (25) and Warren Herrington (31).

The Magpies were in all sorts of trouble early in their innings, reeling at 5/29 at one point.

Left-arm opening bowler Matt Davie got the Kangas away to a flier, taking the first five wickets of the match. At one stage he had figures of 5/17, and finished with 6/40.

Dwayne Doig bowled 28.4 overs and finished with 4/40.

Crib Point batted for 75 overs, which netted 194 runs. A great result for the Pies considering where they

were at one stage.

Crib Point then got the start it was looking for with the ball, snaring the wicket of David Ross. Langwarrin will resume next weekend at 1/7.

Mornington continues to rackup the runs, this time scoring 8/293 against Heatherhill. The Hills are no chance in this one.

Moorooduc already has victory against Rye. The Demons batted first and made just 100, Darren Groves top-scoring with 25.

Sushant Gupta picked up 4/23 for the Ducs and Bobby Wilson snared 3/35.

With the bat, the Ducs were in real trouble at 5/40 with Wilson back in the sheds, but Jarryd Bailey (49

not out) and Nick Williams (37 not out) resurrected the innings and took Moorooduc to 5/129 at stumps.

A massive 139 from Baxter skipper Daniel Warwick has his side in the box seat against top-of-the-table Sorrento.

Warwick almost played a lone hand in the innings, although Travis Sawers was back in the First XI after a long spell in the seconds and contributed 36.

Ryan O’Connor was the pick of the Sorras’ bowlers with 4/89, while Nick Davern claimed 3/73.

The match between Mt Martha and Peninsula Old Boys is sure to go down to the wire after the Reds scored 248 on Saturday.

Relief as Boneo reverse a losing trend DISTRICT

By IT GULLY BONEO said goodbye to its ordinary batting this season and racked up a massive 301 in 74.1 overs against Main Ridge on Saturday.

Knowing the visiting Boneo had been ordinary at best this season with the bat, Main Ridge did not hesitate to send them in after winning the toss.

Boneo skipper Leigh Lowry (18) has shouldered a lot of the scoring responsibility but on Saturday those around him dug deep.

Jack Fowler opened with 60, Ryan Jellie hit 42, Glen Peterson (69) made it two half centuries in three matches and Cameron Williams clubbed 41, which included four sixes.

Jordan McCully was the pick of the Ridge bowlers with 4/47.

With the ball, Boneo couldn’t have asked for a better start either, Jellie picking up opener Jacob McWilliams for a duck.

The home side will resume at 1/2.

The teenagers who Carrum rely so heavily on to take wickets were asked to resurrect a poor day with the bat against Flinders.

When teens Jackson Fry and Lachy Dobson were bought to the crease together on Saturday, the Lions were in all sorts of trouble at 9/78.

When Dobson lost his wicket for 76, the scorecard read all out for 184 off 79 overs.

While Dobson did the bulk of the scoring, Fry hung around and contributed 29.

Earlier, Matt Burns had torn through the Carrum batting line-up. He finished with 6/48 from 29 overs.

The Sharks ended up using eight bowlers in a bid to separate Dobson and Fry. Jon Guthrie hit an unbeaten 109 and Delacombe Park skipper Chris Brittain hit 100 against Baden Powell.

The Parkers finished the day at 6/313, far too many for the Braves to track down.

Anjula Perera was the best of the Braves bowlers with 4/67, while Nathan Rice claimed 2/68.

Seaford Tigers have already won their match against Ballam Park.

The Knights batted first and made 149, before the Tigers belted a quick-fire 5/191. Expect a massive attempt at an outright on day two.

Somerville will be looking for an outright win against Seaford.

The Eagles batted first on Saturday and compiled 6/311, Keith Burdett winding back the clock with an unbeaten 74, Andrew West scoring 60, Justin Allsop 54 and Ben Delaney 32.

Damien Lawrence was the best of the Seaford bowlers with 4/98.

After declaring its innings, Somerville ‘s bowlers snared 3/20, Allsop picking up 2/0.

Sitting pretty: Somerville is looking for an outright win against Seaford. Picture: Andrew Hurst Western Port News 4 February 2014

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By Greg Bradshaw HASTINGS Firsts travelled to Pines to take on the second-placed team for a must-win game.

Pines won the toss and batted in trying heat.

Issy Dias and Mitch Floyd opened the bowling with Dias making the first breakthrough at 19.

With the bowlers operating in short spells, Luke Hewitt claimed the next two wickets and when Tim Birch claimed the number four, Pines was struggling at 4/51.

Pines then put together a 55-run partnership before part-time spinner David Hull took his first wicket, 5/105. Ben King was introduced with immediate impact, three wickets quickly reducing Pines to 8/114.

The tail wagged with the next pair contributing 40 before Dias claimed his second wicket, 9/154.

Three runs later they should have been all out but a dropped catch on the boundary proved costly as the last pair smashed another 80 runs to give Pines a very competitive 234 off 75 over.

At the end the heat took control with minds wandering, heads down and the Pines batsmen won the day. King bowled superbly, finishing with 4/51 off 17.4 overs, Dias 2/39 off 13 overs, Hewitt 2/44 off 12 overs, Hull 1/20 off 7 and Birch 1/40 off 16 tight overs.

Hastings faced five overs, scoring 10 runs for no loss. The season is on the line and Hastings will need to bat 80 overs this weekend to win.

The Seconds also played Pines, separated by percentage on the ladder, with both teams needing to win to stay in touch with the top four.

Winning the toss, Hastings batted and capitulated against a swinging ball bowled in the right areas. At drinks the score was to 6/20, which became 8/33 shortly after before Jake Ryan and Steven Robb shared a 77-run partnership, 9/110, then all out for 117. Robb was undefeated on 39, and Ryan made 28. No other batsman reached double figures.

Pines had 44 overs to bat and smashed 4/201.

Catches went down left, right and centre and with them any chance of winning the game.

Thirds played second-placed Skye, won the toss and sent Skye in to bat. With a nice sea breeze, the bowlers swung the ball with great effect as Stephen Thomson skittled the stumps twice in his second over, 2/6. Every Skye batsman came out playing shots from ball one, which was the downfall of many.

Kayne Lewis bowled well with the wind behind him and claimed two wickets, both caught at slip by Lachie Trench, 4/54. Chris Helweg and Chris Dalmau kept the pressure on, both claiming wickets, 7/109 at tea. Thomson was reintroduced after tea, only bowling 10 balls, claiming two wickets, while Dalmau took the other and Skye was all out for 137 off 38 overs.

Thomson finished with 4/23 off 8.5 overs, Lewis 2/25 off 12, Helweg 2/44 off 10 and Dalmau 2/35 off 7 overs.

Hastings set about the chase with Scott Williams and Trench opening. They put on a partnership of 76 before Trench was stumped for 19. Williams reached 54no at stumps with Hastings on 1/99 and in a good position for

victory.

Fourths played Ballam Park and were sent into bat. Losing both openers it was 2/31 before Pat Foy (25) and Stuart Burrows (45) took the score to 3/98.

The wheels fell off as Hastings was reduced to 7/120 in the 28th over. Luke Gibbons (25) and Andrew Jeffs (12) took the score to 156 before both were dismissed. Hastings was bowled out for 159 in the 36th over.

Ballam Park batted but fell to 4/53 in only the 11th over but runs continued to come and they bashed their way to 7/163 and a win.

Andrew Finn toiled hard, taking 3/51 off his 10 overs, Stephen Lewis 2/42 off 10, Matt Sawosz 2/10 and Gibbons 1/26, which included a 12-ball over. Losing drops the side from top to third with three teams breathing down their necks and four rounds to play.

Under-16s played Mt Eliza and batted. Having lost Mason Mail with a broken finger, it was left to others to step up and a run spree followed with the side scoring 5/272 off 44 overs. Openers Archie Lobato and Brodie Prestage put on a brilliant 122 before Prestage was dismissed for 56. Another wicket fell quickly before Aaron King joined Lobato and they continued the run spree, putting on 133 for the third wicket. When King was dismissed for 79, it was 3/258. On 99, Lobato played across one and was bowled one short of his first 100.

Under-14s played top-placed Mt Martha in a weather reduced game of 30 overs a team.

Hastings batted first and amassed a competitive 9/159. Shelby Lothian-Burdett continued his good form, making 55no, Alex Walters was solid with 27, Harrison Jansz improves every innings and opened with made 16, and Corbin Overton made 13.

Under-12s played Crib Point and made 5/131.

Only one wicket was taken by a bowler, four boys retiring to give teammates a bat. Patrick Wilson continues to plunder attacks and retired on 21, Devlin Webb 20no, Thomas Buckley 18ret, Matt Dodd 15ret and Traye Gent 11ret.

Under-10s finally played their first game since Christmas, against Baxter. Hastings made 4/53 and Baxter 5/18.

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Panthers’ bowlers SUB-DISTRICT

Frankston YCW is just 36 runs shy of victory against Dromana.

The Hoppers batted first and made just 131.

YCW will resume at 0/95.

Tootgarook scored a monstrous 407 against Skye.

Tyabb has set Carrum Downs 255 for victory.

The Yabbies batted for 75 overs while the Cougars used eight bowlers for the afternoon.

Josh Spittal was the best of them with 3/25 from 6.4 overs, while Chamara Perera claimed 2/45.

By IT GULLY PEARCEDALE showed plenty of fight in its match against Balnarring.

In a must-win game for the Panthers, they performed terribly with the bat, bundled out for just 115.

Matt Cousland top-scored at the top of the innings for Pearcedale with 26, and skipper Kaine Smith (18) and Pat Gamble (19) did their best to take the score to three figures.

The Panthers then needed to produce something special with the ball if they were any chance of defending 115.

Shayne Gillings, Chris Dew and Kaine Smith all brought their best to the pitch, Gillings snaring 3/12 from 10 overs, Dew 2/28 from 10 overs (as well as a run-out) and Smith grabbing 1/11 off six.

Balnarring will resume this week in big trouble at 7/52.

Rosebud has placed itself in a wonderful position to upset the all-conquering Red Hill.

The Buds batted first and although they didn’t bat their overs, still scored 166.

Matty Maher top-scored for the Buds with 55 and Jason Nagel contributed a timely 32 batting at number 10.

Ross Corfield was the best of the Hillmen bowlers with 3/18 off 14 overs, and Nick Wood claimed 2/11.

The Buds bowlers then took the Hillmen apart, picking up 4/68 in 18 overs. Simon Dart (27) and Andrew Brown (23) are both back in the sheds, as are openers Riley Shaw and Ken Sullivan.

James Magee and Brian Doughty each took two wickets for Rosebud.

FRANKSTON Bombers has appointed last year’s Under-18 coach Ben Hall as its senior coach.

The appointment came after the resignation of Duncan Proud, who quit the job after just one season.

Proud said that he resigned for “personal reasons”.

He said leaving had nothing to do with the fact that between 15 and 20 players have left the club.

Nathan and Ryan Lonie, Shaun Wilkey, Shane Vandervalk, Haydn Moore, Brian O’Carroll, Luke Lewis and a host of under-18 players are among those to leave.

Proud said he would stay with the Bombers as a player in 2014.

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Best Deals on the Peninsula!

Five Only

Pajero VRX 4x4 TURBO DIESEL Wagon Diesel AUTO 3.2LT • MMCS WITH SAT NAV • BLUETOOTH • ALLOYS • SIDE STEPS • REVERSE CAMERA • REAR SENSORS • POWER HEATED FRONT SEATS • 3 TONNE TOWING S/N 9195

From

$55,990

Four Only

Two Only

ASX 4WD TURBO DIESEL 6 SPEED Wagon Diesel AUTO 2.2LT

Mitsubishi Lancer LX Sedan AUTO

$28,990

$23,990

drive away

• ALLOYS • 7 AIRBAGS • ABS • ACTIVE STABILITY CONTROL • HILL START CONTROL • BLUETOOTH • REVERSE CAMERA • REAR SENSORS S/N 9226

drive away

From

drive away

• 7 AIRBAGS • ABS • ALLOYS • BLUETOOTH • LEATHER SEATS • HEATED FRONT SEATS • SMART KEY S/N 9259

Two Only

2014 Challenger 4x4 AUTO Diesel

2.5LT HIGH POWER TURBO DIESEL

$38,490drive away

• SUPER SELECT 4WD • ALLOYS • REVERSE CAMERA • BLUETOOTH • 6 AIRBAGS • ABS • ACTIVE STABILTY • TRACTION CONTROL S/N 9244

MORNINGTON MITSUBISHI

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Capped Price Servicing

U transmTO Triton GLX 2.5LT TURBO A ission Dual Cab 4x4 DIESEL

$32,490drive away

• ALLOYS O S • SSIDE SSTEPSS • 6 AIRBAGS • ABS • TRACTION CONTROL • BLUETOOTH • 3 TONNE TOWING S/N 9305

41 Tyabb Road, Mornington | PHONE: 5975 5188 88 A/H (Jan) 0409 427 974 | www.morningtonmitsubishi.com.au

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LMCT 10467

Some pics for illustration purposes only. See Mornington Mitsubishi for further details. Mornington Mitsubishi has the right to change or extend offers.

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Here are just four of the over 30 bedroom suites on show at bedshed mornington* 3

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1. A contemporary suite with a bold brushed finish, the Palm Beach is available in charcoal and brushed beech.

2. The striking, rough-sawn timber finish of the Aspen adds an exotic individual charm to your bedroom.

3. ‘Tis the season for a twist of old world charm. The Heritage features hidden storage and a bedside smart phone USB charger.

4. The Cooma features rough sawn hardwood timber with handy storage drawers in footend. *Conditions apply.

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Bedshed Mornington Superstore U1, Building C, Peninsula Homemaker Centre, Cnr Nepean Hwy & Bungower Rd

Phone 5973 6333 Savings off recommended retail price.

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