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Colourful cover up HASTINGS Community House is buzzing with nimble-fingered knitters as members of the craft group prepare for a “yarn bombing”, a secret and surprising subversive act to brighten the suburbs. The community house knitters are also preparing for the Western Port Craft Fest from 10am to 4pm on Saturday at Hastings Uniting Church Hall, corner of Marine Pde and Hodgins Rd. There will be demonstrations and workshops, and sale of craft goods and materials. Entry is by gold coin. See ‘Knitters in a knot over ward money’ on Page 8. Sign of the times: The Hastings Community House sign has been covered in knitted items to promote a coming “yarn bombing” event.

Sale plan to pay for port Picture: Yanni

By Mike Hast THE state government could sell the Port of Melbourne for $2.4 billion and four water authorities to fund five priority infrastructure projects including development of the Port of Hastings. The other four projects are the eastwest tunnel (linking the Western Ring Rd and the Eastern Freeway), rail links to Avalon airport, duplication of major freight highways, and a rail tunnel from Caulfield to Footscray.

Last financial year the port paid a dividend of $13.4 million to the government and earned an after-tax profit of $39 million. Melbourne’s four water authorities are Melbourne Water, City West Water, South East Water (which services the peninsula) and Yarra Valley Water. The revelation of the government’s plans for possible asset sales has already drawn criticism from disparate sources including award-winning eco-

nomics and public policy commentator Ken Davidson and environmentalists. Mr Davidson wrote on Monday that it was “silly to prioritise the port at Hastings while Australia’s number one port at Melbourne has serious problems that inhibit Victoria’s development”. Industry groups, including the Australian Peak Shippers Association, have warned the Port of Melbourne would face major bottlenecks from

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2015 onwards as it reached capacity. This has seen the government, led by Ports Minister Denis Napthine, to promise fast-tracking of Port of Hastings development (‘New port start five years away’, The News, 31/1/12). In January Mr Napthine and Port of Hastings Development Authority board chairman Yehudi Blacher told The News Hastings was well suited to become Victoria’s second container port within 10 to 13 years.

“Container movements are estimated to quadruple over the next 30 years and it is critical that we begin planning for this growth now,” Mr Napthine said. But Mr Davidson says development of Hastings could wait until 2035 when Melbourne’s population was expected to be five million. Until then, the Port of Melbourne could be improved by redeveloping the Swanson/Dynon precinct, he said. Continued Page 2

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Other suggestions have included developing Webb Dock. The pressure on Port of Melbourne has further increased following claims by government sources, port figures and shipping and automotive industry groups that the government is set to abandon its plan to move all automotive shipping from Melbourne to the Port of Geelong. Port of Hastings has been touted as an alternative port for exporting and importing vehicles, especially with the closure of BlueScope’s hot strip mill, which saw the Iron Monarch bringing slab steel from Port Kembla weekly. The Iron Monarch’s last voyage of slab cargo arrived at Western Port on Tuesday 4 October and the BlueScope jetty is underutilised. Selling the Port of Melbourne and developing Hastings was about catering for Premier Ted Baillieu’s pet projects for Gippsland – exporting from Western Port brown coal, woodchips and coal seam gas, Blue Wedges Coalition president Jenny Warfe told The News on Monday. Ms Warfe said it was insulting the government valued the Port of Melbourne at only $2.4 billion. “Taxpayers recently spent about $1 billion on channel deepening and subsequent maintenance dredging to ‘prepare the port for the future’, as port authorities claimed,� she said. “The current estimate to develop the Port of Hastings – a project recently identified by the government as urgently

needed infrastructure – is $10 billion. “Taxpayers have invested in the Port of Melbourne for more than a century and now we are expected to support its hand over to the private sector and then pay again to build Hastings port? “It’s time to join the dots. Dumping the Port of Melbourne and developing Hastings is about the premier wanting to export from Gippsland brown coal, woodchips and coal seam gas, if he can find it. “With massive trains hauling this cargo through our green wedges to Hastings – and Ports Minister Denis Napthine’s proposed driverless trucks trundling up the Western Port Freeway from the Port of Hastings with assorted imports – we are approaching dystopia indeed.� The government last month introduced laws forcing the Port of Melbourne Corporation to pay an annual $75 million ‘’licence fee’’ that would increase each year with inflation and generated about $1 billion over the next decade. The Port Licence Fee will add $8000 to $10,000 to the cost of bringing a ship into the Port of Melbourne. The fee cuts both ways as the Victorian Farmers Federation says it will add $10 million to the cost of exporting Victorian farm produce. It has dubbed the fee a “tax on trade�. Melbourne has the last publicly owned major port on the eastern seaboard following the Queensland government’s sale of the Port of Brisbane for $2.1 billion and a NSW government plan to privatise Port Botany.

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IN the week that selling the Port of Melbourne was mooted, attention again focused on the number of empty containers being exported from Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane – a million a year, with food a distant second. Huge numbers of imports have overwhelmed exports, with masses of containers unloaded and then shipped back overseas empty, reported the Weekly Times, one of the nation’s top agriculture publications. For Jenny Warfe of Blue Wedges, it was back to the future: “We’ve known about this since Blue Wedges first looked at export and import data in 2004 when the Port of Melbourne conducted trial dredging in Port Phillip before the channel deepening project of 2008-09,� she said. “Our biggest export is empty containers – thin air – and it has been for many years.� The Port of Melbourne exported 383,852 empty containers in 2010-11, well above containers of food (256,000) and manufactured goods (168,000). In 2009, the Port of Melbourne exported 292,033 empty containers and 289,841 containers of food. Sydney Ports exported 540,823 empty containers in 2010-11. Next biggest exports were chemicals (49,925) and cereals (45,452). In Brisbane, 98,878 empty containers were exported, ahead of food and fibre (90,000). Mike Hast

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Whoa: Marice Paine and Maui McFox of Jindivick won first prize in the lead crossbreed Clydesdale competition. More Yanni pictures Page 6

IT’S hard to see, but we reckoned the ferrets racing downhill through plastic pipes were probably holding out their front legs trying to slow down. Of course the winner was first down the chute, so any enterprising owner would clip the nails on the front legs of their ferret, minimising any chance of them slowing down. Perish the thought, all the attractions, competitions and displays at Saturday’s Red Hill Show were above board. The ferrets were pushed head-first into the darkness of the plastic pipes without fuss or manicure. Elsewhere, grown men were being thrown from the back of a mechanical bull while cowboy-hatted farmers walked ribboned live versions around the main arena. Noisy two-stroke motors were gunned as darting young men turned motorbikes into flying machines and older men with muscles chainsawed big logs into sawdust. Noise and activity created its own momentum, and hunger. The crowd meandered around the Red Hill Showgrounds, gazing at farm animals and then grazing on fine fare at one of many food stalls. No one seemed to mind the fact that some of the fare may have originated from similar animals to those being combed and covered with ribbons and clapped as they joined the parade. Kites flew, musicians played and kids bounced in a jumping castle. One of the most popular attractions was the children’s playground – the permanent one that’s free to all-comers every day. Inside the showgrounds buildings, owner-led alpacas held their heads high as judges discussed their stature, wool and bone structure. The oversized pumpkins made us wonder if they ever end up in an oven, saucepan or soup dish. More thought-provoking was the creativity needed to pin mixed vegetables with toothpicks (or glue?) to represent animals and faces. Baskets of vegetables were beginning to wither by day’s end, but the variety and glowing health was a credit to the many greenthumbs who toiled to make such wholesome produce. The photographic exhibition showed the observational and creative promise of many youngsters, with animals, friends and holiday journeys providing a major source of inspiration. Mornington Peninsula Shire’s parking patrol outside the gates was a bit unnerving to anyone who had parked roadside, but once inside, the magic of the show dispelled any thoughts of pink tickets under windscreen wipers. Keith Platt

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Seminar for aspiring shire councillors POTENTIAL candidates at the October council elections can find out about running a campaign at a Victorian Local Governance Association seminar next month. VLGA says topics at ‘Candidate training: Essential campaigning for local government elections’ will include:  Communications basics and beyond – strategies to assert your points of difference.  Media basics and beyond – what the media and voters want to know.  Preferences and voting.  Tips for 150-word candidate statements.  Street stalls and doorknocking.  What you need to do between now and election day. Sarah Colgan of VLGA says the day-long “training program has been specifically designed for anybody considering standing for election in October”. Run in conjunction with Essential Media Communications, speakers include David Imber, Leonie Hemingway, Darren Ray and Erik Locke. David Imber is an account director at EMC, a public affairs and research company specialising in campaigning for progressive social and political organisations. Leonie Hemingway (formerly Leonie Burke) was mayor of Prahran, MP for Prahran and an adviser to two federal ministers, and is now a consultant. Darren Ray has been a councillor at City of Port Phillip since 1999 and a community activist since his teens. Erik Locke is a director of Principled Public Relations, a specialist in running political campaigns and held senior position with state and federal offices of the ALP.

Identical seminars will be held on Saturday 21 April and Saturday 28 April at the VLGA, 60 Leicester St, Carlton. Cost is $220. The VLGA is offering 10 free places at each seminar, designed to further the association’s goal of attracting a diverse variety of candidates for the elections. Criteria for awarding the free places include financial circumstances, motivation for standing and evidence of previous community involvement. Successful candidates will be decided by VLGA chief executive Maree McPherson. Application forms are available from VLGA governance director Ron Exiner on 9349 7999 or ron@vlga.org.au A flyer, program and registration form for the seminars is available from www.vlga.org.au or call 9349 7983.  The VLGA was formed in 1994 when the Kennett government amalgamated Victoria’s councils. Its motto is “Connecting communities and strengthening democracy”. Mike Hast

Correction THE comment story ‘Councillors and public deserve better’ by David Harrison, The News, 20/3/12, stated Mornington Peninsula Shire councillors rejected the report about recording meetings 10 votes to one at the meeting on 13 March. The vote was 9-1 as Cr Bill Goodrem was on leave. Cr David Gibb was the lone dissenting voter. Recordings of council meetings are online at: www.mornpen.vic.gov.au/Page/page.asp?Page_ Id=1443&h=0

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Capitalising on tourism Sustainable: Polperro Dolphin Swims: Tom Andrew, Jess Beckham, Lisa Humphrey, Judith Muir, and Mark Chicoine of South East Water at the South Eastern Business Awards presentation night.

Dolphins’ winning ways THEY may not know it, but the dolphins of Port Phillip are winners. Two Sorrento-based “swim with the dolphins� tourism operators have received major business awards. Polperro Dolphin Swims was joint winner of the 2012 Melbourne’s South East Business Awards – Environment and Sustainability Award (shared with Clean TeQ Ltd of Dandenong) while Moonraker won the Ecotourism section of the National Tourism Awards Moonraker was one of three Victorian operators to win a national award. The South East Business Awards recognise success from businesses in the participating local government areas – Mornington Peninsula, Frankston, Cardinia, Casey, Greater Dandenong, Kingston, Knox, Maroondah, Monash and Whitehorse. Polperro Dolphin Swims is owned and operated by the Muir family.

Swimming success: Torie MacKinnon and her mother Sandy, above, collect the award won by their Moonraker Dolphin Swims at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards..

By Keith Platt THE direction of promoting tourism on the Mornington Peninsula is about to get a shake-up, with more emphasis being placed on drawing visitors to Frankston. Mornington Peninsula Shire has backed the establishment of the Mornington Peninsula Regional Tourism Board in partnership with Tourism Victoria and Frankston Council. The board’s 11-member committee would be headed by a part-time “executive chairperson� and financed by $25,000 a year from each of the two municipalities and $50,000 from Tourism Victoria. The board will be given two years to draw up a five-year “strategic tourism industry development plan� and a “viable funding model�. The shire also wants the new board to have stronger links to the Western Port Biosphere Foundation and the peninsula’s marine industry. The shire’s economic development manager Shane Murphy said Tourism Victoria was behind changes to the structure of local tourism boards. He said Mornington Peninsula Tourism and 10 local tourism associations had been “highly successful� as illustrated by the number of awards won by and visitors to the peninsula’s tourism attractions. Mr Murphy estimated the peninsula tourism industry at $850 million a year, with four to five million visitors a year. In a report to council’s 13 March meeting, he described tourism as “a major propulsive sector for the local economy�. He said there was “more to be done� in increasing turnover and efficiency, saying the current MPT

board was mindful of not throwing “the baby out with the bath water� if the system was restructured. MPT staff would remain employed by the shire and under his control and its board would become a regional marketing committee. However, the new “skill-based� Mornington Peninsula Regional Tourism Board would “more likely to secure a greater involvement from Frankston as it evolves into a central activity area�. “A wider range of opportunities (investment attraction) will arise for the greater region (Mornington with Frankston),� Mr Murphy stated in his report. “An example of this may be the establishment of a regional conference bureau, where Frankston acts as the commercial centre and Mornington Peninsula as the nearby lifestyle and accommodation provider. “This process would obviously take time, however it is an area of future opportunity that may not be fully exploited under existing arrangements.� Mr Murphy said the new board would be abolished if it did not successfully produce a five-year strategic plan and new financing plans within two years. “There is more perceived upside than downside to the proposed ‘regionalistic’ approach,� Mr Murphy wrote. “Finally, it is important that the 400 tourism industry members are supportive of the proposed changes. There is a strong level of support for the proposed developments at the industry executive level and an information program is planned in March/April to ensure all members are appropriately informed.�

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Fancy rat: Wendy Carbery and her rat at the rat fanciers tent.

I could go for an alpacachino: Wendy Talbot of Bunyip and her alpaca Ralwental.

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Love my alpaca: Jessica Gherghe of Kangaroo Ground and her pet alpaca Jemalia.

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Knitters in a knot over ward money By Jo Winterbottom A KNITTING row has erupted in Hastings as the generally mild-mannered purveyors of the ancient craft plot a colourful revenge on a Mornington Peninsula Shire councillor who they say snubbed them in favour of a Frankston-based knitting cooperative. Hastings Community House is abuzz with the clickety-clack of nimblefingered knitters as members of the 40-strong craft group construct scarves and sculptures for a clandestine “yarn bombing� raid in Hastings next month. Their work is tumbling out of the office of community house coordinator Lisa Glover. There is a snake of many colours 376 metres long, riotous sculptors and tubes of stocking that would make Knitting Nancy proud. All this and more will be strung up and strewn around Hastings during the wee hours of one day in April. The News cannot reveal the exact day because no one is talking. The whole point of a yarn bomb, according to Ms Glover, is that it is secret and surprising, a subtly subversive act to brighten the suburbs. She said the noses of Hastings knitters were put out of joint when Cr Reade Smith declined to back their attempt at knitting the world’s longest woollen snake (1.5km in length) in favour of the Knit-A-Holics, who he had arranged to visit Western Port to teach the people of

Hastings how to knit. The Hastings knitters, who held a tea cosy extravaganza earlier in the year, knew they were more than capable of yarn bombing their own town and told Cr Smith they would love to be involved following completion of their Guinness record attempt. On behalf of the craft group, Ms Glover told Cr Smith of their displeasure when they discovered he was proceeding with the Hastings yarn bomb by the Frankston knitters, and helping finance it with Cerberus Ward funds. Cr Smith’s response on his Facebook page – which made its way to the KnitA-Holics’ Facebook page on Friday 16 March – suggested the local knitting sisterhood was somehow responsible for corrupting the youth of Hastings. “Today I discovered that members of the local craft movement are just as pathetic as marauding vandals! With adult role models like this, no wonder the kids are running amok!� he posted. He threatened to move the yarn bombing event to another town. “I am writing an email to the Bittern and Crib Point residents I know to see if they will support it,� he wrote, before suggesting he was the target of “a local anti community politician�. He went on to name a Rosebud community activist, who he called “one of the local loony tunes [sic]!� The person named was not in any

way involved in the tiff and, as far as The News can ascertain, is not a knitter or crafter. Crafters are a close-knit group and Cr Smith’s approaches to Bittern and Crib Point quickly made it back to the Hastings knitters with promises of solidarity from their knitting neighbours. The News has been unable to contact Mornington Peninsula Shire cultural planner Andrea Ebsworth, who has attempted to resolve the dispute, but it is understood the Knit-A-Holics event has been cancelled and Hastings crafters will hold their own yarn bombing. However, it appears the rift may have had wider consequences for the crafters of Western Port. Some weeks ago, the organisers of the Western Port Craft Fest contacted Cr Smith requesting a contribution from his ward discretionary fund to support the event, to be held in Hastings on Saturday. Cr Smith replied to the group by email saying he did not have time to fill in the necessary paperwork. Cr Smith had not returned calls from The News before the deadline. ď Ž Western Port Craft Fest runs 10am4pm on Saturday at Hastings Uniting Church Hall, corner of Marine Parade and Hodgins Rd. There will be demonstrations and workshops, sale of craft goods and materials; entry is by gold coin.

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Trawler trauma: Above, fish boxes and nets from the Lady Cheryl litter Portsea back beach on Sunday. Picture: Matt Mackay. Below, the trawler lies off Point Nepean near The Heads. Authorities are battling to stop diesel fuel leaking from the vessel, which was heading out to fish for five days with 30,000 litres aboard.

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New home a touch of teal for U3A By Peter McCullough HASTINGS branch of University of the Third Age (U3A) has moved to new digs at 13 Teal Court in the West Park section of town. U3A has had a variety of homes since formation in October 2007, including Hastings Community Hub on Frankston-Flinders Rd (formerly the town’s sports and leisure centre) and the former Community Information and Support Centre in King St. Publicity officer Ursula Fenwick said the new accommodation would allow the branch to continue growing. “We have about 200 members and offer about 50 courses,” she said. Not all courses are conducted at 13 Teal Court; the group also uses Hastings Uniting Church, Hastings Library, Wallaroo Community House, other halls and members’ homes. Courses and activities include book clubs, a square dancing group, cycling, and quaffers. All courses are conducted by unpaid volunteers and there is a waiting list for some such as computer courses. The group is financed by U3A Network, a parent body that provided funds for computers and screens, and last year Mornington Peninsula Shire provided $3000 for a website. Ms Fenwick said local organisations and businesses had been generous with the most recent donation being $500 from Hastings Lions as well as money from the Bittern Market. University of the Third Age is a volunteer learning organisation for retired or semi-retired seniors. (The “first age” is childhood, “second age” is the time of employment and parental responsibility, and “third age” refers to the years of active retirement.) The movement is worldwide, but every group is autonomous and there are no entry criteria for courses. The first U3A was founded in Toulouse, France, in 1972. It started in Britain in 1981 and in Melbourne in 1984.

Centre of learning: Hastings U3A members outside their new home, the former Good Shepherd Community House in Teal Court. Picture: Yanni

U3As provide mental and physical stimulation, enlarge personal horizons, knowledge and skills, and provide social activities. Hastings U3A started with 24 members and 12 courses in 2007 following a survey by Hastings Neighbourhood Renewal. Membership is $25 a person with a fee of $2-$3 is charged for most classes, to cover costs such as rent and electricity. The office hours at 13 Teal Court are 10am1pm on Monday and Tuesday, and 1-4pm on Thursdays (closed during school and public holidays). Visitors are welcome to drop in for a cuppa and a chat. For details of courses, locations and times, call the office on 5979 8585 or email u3a@iinet.net. au The website is: hastingsu3a.org.au

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Pool to drown us in debt CHEZ Emu has been silent these past few days, apart from muffled explosions, expostulations and exultations from behind the door of Mrs Emu’s study. She has been listening to recordings of the latest council meeting – at work, at play and at war, she tells me in breathless intervals when she puts QuickTime player on pause to sally forth with the latest. Council meetings, she tells me, are now being recorded, and this is the first one. She has downloaded the proceedings from the shire website* and is obviously listening intently. Alas for Emu, she is taking notes and engaging him in discussion about them. Emu wouldn’t know a motion of dissent from a steep incline, but his bride is positively fizzing. So he must listen, to make semi-intelligent noises in reply. After all, the meeting is our steeply inclining rates at work. It appears the recordings are being posted online for the benefit of those who can’t get to the live event. Or you can buy a CD of the meetings, she tells me. Mrs Emu is enraptured, although she wonders about the blank sections in the recordings. “They are being so rude to each other,” she enthuses. “One has accused another of trying to rush this swimming pool thing through without much discussion. And apparently this pool is going to cost nearly $30 million. “They’re saying that will double the shire debt. Where’s the money coming from, some councillors want to know. And so do I – don’t we?” She glares. Emu sort of nods. Now she is describing the pro-pool councillors as “Wets” and the anti-pool ones as “Dries”. “Then another one, a Dry, said he had asked for a written document, and someone – it might have been the chairman, who seems to be a Wet – said ‘You’re not getting it’. I was very surprised by that. It didn’t seem fair. Why couldn’t he have it in writing? Can’t they print things out at council? “Then there was a Wet woman who seemed to be seconding everything, who made the same little speech two or three times – three, I think, and she seemed to be reading it – which seemed a waste, even though it was interesting the first time.” In and out of her study she goes, while Emu struggles to get a few pages further on in his latest Angelique novel. The sultan is getting quite amorous and has poor Angelique cornered in the harem. Bodice ripping appears imminent. “Now they’ve said the architect, who apparently cost us a lot of money, did drawings of this pool which they can’t let us see because apparently they’re not all that good. ‘Why not,’ one Dry councillor has asked. ‘Didn’t we pay for them?’ There must be something in them that needs to be kept secret. I’m starting to wonder about this council,” Mrs Emu said. Emu has been wondering for some time about the proposed two-storey pool, the Southern Peninsula Aquatic Centre, which would be built on the Rosebud foreshore. While emus, Dromaius

novaehollandiae, the only member of the family Dromaiidae, are not renowned swimmers, they don’t mind getting their claws wet on a hot day, and the Rosebud foreshore around the Village Green is a lovely picnic place. This may well be the favoured spot for the pool, he ponders. It has long been suggested as the best site. Emu wonders if the architect’s drawings show this as the place for a splash, and this might embarrass the shire and the mayor, Frank Martin, who publicly said the “size and function” of the Village Green would not be affected. And he wonders that an architect as renowned and awarded as Daryl Jackson would produce indifferent work. Mrs Emu is back. Sigh. Book lowered, Emu waits. “They’ve just shown a slide of what will happen to the foreshore when the sea rises – the pool will be surrounded. You’ll have to swim out to it!” Mrs Emu is hopping with either rage or enthusiasm; it’s hard to tell. “And the Rosebud shopping centre will be under water.” Now she, a keen shopper, is suddenly serious. “But it will be all right, they said. They will build a great big wall to keep the water out. We’ll be like Holland. Won’t that be fun?” This captures Emu’s attention. Will the wall have steps for those who want to climb over to shop in Rosebud, then carry the bride’s shopping back up and down stairs? After Mrs Emu has padded off to mahjong for the afternoon, Emu goes and has a listen. He hears warnings from a Dry that rates and charges will have to go up and that large parts of shire borrowings for the next eight years will go to building the pool, at the cost of other infrastructure spending – a pool at the cost of potholed roads and unpainted or unbuilt pavilions, presumably. He is interested to hear that Wet councillors don’t favour telling ratepayers any more than is necessary about what is proposed. It might, one Wet councillor argues, allow opponents to campaign against the pool for political purposes in the lead-up to the October council election. Well, that’s all right, then, thinks Emu. Obviously the Wets don’t plan to campaign in favour of the project – the biggest single spend in the shire’s history, he heard someone say. Can ratepayers afford it? Meanwhile, back in the harem ... * The recordings are at www.mornpen.vic.gov. au/Page/page.asp?Page_Id=1443&h=0  Send news tips and rumours to the Emu at emutips@yahoo.com.au Confidentiality assured.

Fire fears over gas tank dumped near houses SOMERS Fire Brigade’s gas support unit was called to deal with a leaking gas tank in Mt Martha last week. The CFA has urged people to regularly check car LPG tanks and barbecue gas bottles and never attempt repairs or modifications on these appliances after the leaking tank was discovered on the front lawn of a house in Mt Martha. Mt Martha CFA attended the incident

last Thursday after neighbours smelled gas and discovered an abandoned LPG tank at a house in Fairbairn Ave. Mt Martha brigade captain Travis Hutchins said the Somers brigade was called to conduct a flare off to disperse the gas. Mr Hutchins said any leaking gas cylinder was potential dangerous and anyone finding a discarded cylinder

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Get together for ‘call girls’ who knew it all By Joe Paris Lee BEFORE automatic phone exchanges, callers were connected manually by telephonists. In the case of Mornington and district, the mostly women telephonists were at the PostmasterGeneral’s Department (PMG) exchange behind the old Mornington Post Office at the bay end of Main St, now the Mornington and District Historical Society. The exchange closed in 1964, but telephonists meet every year and held their annual reunion at Steeples earlier this month. They call themselves the ‘Call Girls’. At its peak, the exchange had more than 3500 subscribers, with 17 telephonists handling a huge volume of calls on the busiest shifts. “Our shifts were staggered from 7am to 11pm. Then there was just one man on his own from 11pm to 7am,� one of the ‘girls’, Mitzi Akers, said. Some of their anecdotes would have caused some red faces if they had “leaked�. “What we didn’t know about Mornington wasn’t worth telling,� she said. Late one evening one of the women got a call from the local policeman. It was in the days of 6 o’clock closing and he had called to say “If you need me, I’m at the pub�. The police, directly opposite the exchange, figured in another story as well. One of them owned a particularly nasty dog that must have got bored with police work one day. The door had been left open at the exchange and the women on duty were forced jumped up onto their desks when the bad-tempered brute wandered in. Ms Akers said the women forged a special bond working in such a vital role in the community. She pointed out Arlie Kellick, the longest-serving telephonist at the exchange (1947-55). “There’s Arlie, who finished up more than 50 years ago and she hasn’t missed a reunion.� It seems there’s no stopping the ‘Call Girls’ of the Mornington telephone exchange. “Putting you through now.�

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bourne before revealing more details. Last week, Padua staff met with parents of children attending St Brendan’s Primary School. A public meeting to discuss the new campus will be held at Tyabb Hall on Tuesday 8 May at 7.30pm. In the newsletter, Padua board chairman Noel Davis told parents the Tyabb campus would offer three year 7 classes in 2014. It is understood later year levels would be added as that group of students progressed. Mr Davis said in 2006 the Catholic Education Office purchased 16 hectares in Tyabb “to give us an option to build a third campus should the college student population continue to grow�. “This has now eventuated, with enrolment applications well in excess of positions available [and] forecasts indicate this trend will continue well into the future,� he said. Like the school’s Rosebud campus, Padua Tyabb will be a junior campus offering years 7 to 10. Students will transfer to the Mornington campus for years 11 and 12. Padua House Preparatory School for Little Boys was opened in 1899 by the Sisters of Mercy at their convent in Tanti Ave, Mornington. It became Padua College in the 1940s and moved to Oakbank Rd in Mornington in 1977, leaving the Tanti Ave site to the use of the convent and St Macartan’s Primary School. St Macartan’s moved to a new school in Bungower Rd, Mornington, two years ago and the Tanti Ave site has been developed for housing. Padua College is a large school by any measure, with a total of about 2000 students. The Oakbank Rd site has a junior and secondary campus with a total of about 1500 students. A junior campus opened in Rosebud in 1987; it now has 460 students and most will go on to attend the senior campus at Mornington. Mr Davies said the Tyabb plans were yet to receive formal approval from “a number of educational and government authorities�. “There is a still a lot of work to be done,� he said.

Stop smoking to drawback surgery risks SMOKERS waiting for elective surgery on the Mornington Peninsula are being encouraged to quit smoking to reduce their risk of infection and time in hospital. The soon-to-be-launched ‘Stop before the op’ program will provide every Peninsula Health elective surgery patient with information on the negative effects smoking has on surgery recovery. It also provides referral resources to Quitline and Peninsula Health Quit services. Peninsula Health is the only Victorian health service to systematically give patients this kind of advice as well as provide support and referral services. ‘Stop before the op’ was piloted in 2011 by Dr Ashley Webb, a specialist anaesthetist at Frankston Hospital. The study identified the need for a system to advise smokers on the elective surgery waiting list of the health risks of smoking before surgery and providing them with quit resources. “When we undertook the study on our own patients, we also looked at what other Victorian public health care providers were doing,” Dr Webb said. “Not one of them had active systems in place to assist every smoking elective surgery patient to quit.” The pilot program provided quit help packs to 650 patients, which resulted in 12 per cent seeking referrals to Quitline. Dr Webb has now received funding to launch the project across the peninsula to reduce the number of smokers on the elective surgery list. “Quitting smoking four or more

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weeks before surgery can have an amazing effect on a patient’s recovery,” Dr Webb said. “By giving up smoking, patients reduce their risk of problems during and after surgery. “They are much less likely to devel-

op potentially severe wound infections and their recovery time is likely to be significantly reduced.” Each year about 6000 elective surgery waiting list patients will be given the ‘Stop before the op’ information. “We provide patients with a bro-

chure outlining the benefits that quitting smoking can have on their recovery from surgery, as well as a Quitline referral form and reply paid envelope so that they can start their smoke-free life as soon as possible,” Dr Webb said. Smokers are encouraged to have a

meeting with a Peninsula Health “quit educator”. “On average, patients who don’t smoke spend less time in hospital following their surgery. This will mean better patient flow on our surgery wards and more beds available.”

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West Park to get taxi rank HASTINGS MP Neale Burgess said that access to taxi services will be boosted with the establishment of new taxi ranks in Hastings and Mornington. The construction of the new ranks, which will be overseen by Mornington Peninsula Shire Council, is the result of a $112,547 state government grant announced by Transport Minister Terry Mulder. “Taxi services are a critical part of the transport mix in both Hastings and Mornington so this is a big win for sage and convenient transport services on the peninsula,” Mr Mulder said. Mr Burgess said “safety and comfort at both ranks will be paramount with seating, CCTV surveillance, upgrade lightning, more prominent

signage and better separation of pedestrians and traffic”. The funding will also boost accessibility with the Hastings works providing disability access to the community centre and shops for the first time, Mr Burgess said. He said the government was “building stronger communities through better transport infrastructure”. The Hastings rank would be in West Park at the Wallaroo Community Centre, near the Wallaroo Place shops. “The funding was awarded to the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council through the third round of the $4 million Taxi Rank Safety Program (TRSP), announced by Minister Mulder in October,” Mr Burgess said. Mr Mulder said the TRSP was making

improvements to taxi rank safety and amenity all over Victoria. “So far the Taxi Rank Safety Program has allocated more than $1.5 million to councils across the state. “For this round an extra $840,000 has been allocated across 12 municipalities. “The TRSP is part of the government’s commitment to building better taxi services for passengers, taxi drivers and the local community.” The Taxi Rank Safety Program is administered by the Victorian Taxi Directorate. Under the program, councils can apply for grants to improve safety through such works as the installation of CCTV system, upgrade lighting or the provision of shelters and seating.

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PENINSULA Health has been forced to apologise after clients and volunteers at Hastings Community Health Centre received notices warning them to apply for a parking permit. Contractors from Wilson Parking distributed the “courtesy parking notice” to every car in the car park at the High St site on Wednesday 14 March. Since last July, all Peninsula Health employees have been required to pay to park at all Peninsula Health sites in Frankston, Hastings and Rosebud. But the Hastings site is also home to Hastings Community House and Western Port Community Support, so every employee, volunteer and resident attending the public services, as well as Peninsula Health clients, received the “courtesy notice”.

WPCS manager John Fraser said he was “outraged” when he found out the notices had been put on every car. “I rely on 45 volunteers to help me run by business and I was not happy to hear they had all received a parking notice,” he said. The notice reads: “You have received this notice because your car is parked in a staff car park without a valid parking permit being displayed” and asks car owners to complete a “parking request form”. “Staff who have been complying with the policy by paying for car parking are, understandably, complaining to site management that their colleagues are continuing to breach this policy” it reads, before concluding “If you have received this notice in error please ignore this advice”.

But Mr Fraser is afraid that parking fees will be extended to all people using the High St site. Nearly all his clients were on very low incomes and could not afford to pay for parking. “Overall, the suggestion that a parking fee be levied on tenants, clients, volunteers and other users is outrageous,” he said. Peninsula Health responded to his concerns in a letter offering an apology and committing to “trying to ensure this doesn’t happen again”. The deputy general manager of community health, Margaret Martin, said there were no plans to extend parking charges or install boom gates at the Hastings site. Jo Winterbottom

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Fabulous Federation THIS captivating ranch-style home features Federation architectural touches including a bullnose verandah along the length of the home. The interior is modern without being overstated. There are the conveniences we all like such as a dishwasher, air-conditioning and beautiful tiles and carpets, but all the rooms have a distinct character. In keeping with the style of the home, there is a wide formal entry. The main bedroom, very privately situated, is to the left and the formal lounge and dining rooms to the right. The grand main bedroom has an exquisite ensuite with corner spa, timber vanity, double shower and walk-in wardrobe. Access to the remainder of the living areas is through the vast family room, which includes the kitchen. It impresses with polished black granite benchtops, plenty of cupboard space and an adjoining dining alcove. Opening off this family room is a huge, covered entertaining area that overlooks the solar-heated inground swimming pool complete with rock waterfall. Price: $990,000 – $1.08 million Address: 2a Seaview Road, TYABB Agency: Stockdale & Leggo Real Estate, 3/1065 Frankston-Flinders Road, Somerville 5977 8877 Agent: Ty Luff, 0408 368 892

www.stockdaleleggo.com.au/hastings 19 Mariners Way Hastings Customised Quality This modern home is spotlessly presented and welldesigned. Large rooms and an open floor plan are adaptable to a growing family with the front living room easily doubling as a large fourth bedroom with its own external door, if required. Three bedrooms all have B.I.Rs and the main has a large ensuite. Quality fixtures and fittings have been used throughout including porcelain floor tiles and quality carpets. The large open plan kitchen has ample bench space, cupboards & s/steel appliances including dishwasher. The home has been fitted with GDH and r/cycle air- conditioning. Other extras include a water tank, solar HWS an the property is still under builders warranty. Situated on an allotment of approx. 600m2, the rear yard is big enough to cater for a swimming pool (STCA) and there is a double garage. Price Offers over $395,000 Inspect Saturday 3.00-3.30pm Agent Rob Pryzler 0408 808 698

A Treasure For Investors

ER D N U CT A R NT Hastings O C Marina View Village On A Rare Double Block

This inviting, low maintenance unit will suit the investor looking for an affordable property to add to their portfolio. Close to HMAS Cerberus and transport, this unit is presented impeccably with polished timber floors with 2 carpeted bedrooms, modern kitchen with gas appliances and s/system heating &cooling.

This delightful 2 bedroom cottage has carport, garden and utility shed, covered veranda which leads straight into the kitchen/meals area, storage and cupboard space. R/C heating/ cooling, freshly painted interior, near-new carpets. New gas HWS. Site fees are approximately $102 per week.

Price Inspect Agent

Price Inspect Agent

Crib Point

$268,000 Anytime By Appointment Cynthia Gallina 0428 022 958

$129,000 Anytime By Appointment Rob Pryzler 0408 808 698

Hastings Presentation Perfect One word describes this awesome home...IMMACULATE. Neutral tones are combined with cream wooden venetian blinds that visually appeal, the home consists of three large bedrooms - master with WIR & FES, two living zones and an open plan family area with adjoining kitchen that has stainless steel appliances inc. dishwasher. The kitchen overlooks the outdoor entertaining space. Other features are GDH and ducted evaporative cooling and outside the rear gardens have lilly Pillies as fence hedging around the property which is absolutely fantastic. The remote double lock-up garage also features a rear single roller door to through to the backyard. This home is absolutely pristine and the meticulous presentation is a true credit to the current owners. Price Offers over $400,000 Inspect Anytime by appointment Agent Rob Pryzler 0408 808 698

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2 Pineview Lane Hastings

Defence Housing Aust. - Secure Investment

Rural Retreat So Close to Town

What could be better than an investment property with a guaranteed return whether the property is occupied or not? On completion of the DHA lease, the property will be handed back freshly painted and garden tidied up. All ongoing maintenance is entrusted to DHA. Completion of present lease is June 2016.

Oh so quiet, yet still close to town this four bedroom home has a traditional country style decor and floor plan that includes large open lounge & formal dining area, Blackwood timber kitchen and throughout the home, there are five s/system air conditioners. Remote double garage is also provided.

Price Inspect Agent

Price Inspect Agent

Offers over $400,000 Inspect By Appointment Rob Pryzler 0408 808 698

Offers over $720,000 Saturday 1.00-1.30pm Rob Pryzler 0408 808 698

1/109 High Street, Hastings VIC 3915

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Tranquility base

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WITH an ornamental pond at the front and a dazzling in-ground pool at the rear, you can take your pick where to relax and enjoy this peaceful location. A two-lane driveway, with solar-powered gates, arcs past the colonial-style homestead with its high ceilings. A striking timber kitchen has a real touch of character with a wood stove as well as gas hotplates and oven. There are two large living zones – the front lounge has an open fireplace and the family room adjoins a covered deck area that overlooks the pool and gardens. The pool area features a cabana and shade sails. Everything will have its place in the huge shed of almost 112 square metres – about as a big as a small house. Hard to beat for value, this lovely family home has four bedrooms and the main bedroom has an ensuite.

SPOTLESS in presentation and with a thoughtful, modern design, this home can be adapted to suit the larger family. Approximately 233 square metres in size, there are the three established bedrooms, all with built-in robes, and the main bedroom has a large ensuite. The second living room at the front with its own external door could easily double as a large fourth bedroom. The interior has been richly furnished and includes porcelain tiles and high-quality carpets throughout. The large kitchen has ample bench space and cupboards as well as stainless-steel appliances including a dishwasher. The adjoining family area has gas ducted heating and air-conditioning. The home represents fantastic value for money and gives added peace of mind for first home buyers with several years still remaining on the builder’s warranty. Situated on a 600-square metre (approximately) allotment, the grounds have been well landscaped and there is a double garage.

Price: $659,000 Address: 2 Portsmouth Road, BITTERN Agency: Ben Tallon Real Estate, 34 High Street, Hastings, 5979 8003 Agent: Ben Tallon, 0419 339 489

Price: Offers over $395,000 Address: 19 Mariners Way, HASTINGS Agency: Stockdale & Leggo Real Estate, 1/109 High Street, Hastings, 5979 2288 Agent: Rob Pryzler, 0408 808 698

We have arrived

Highly accomplished sales agents Elizabeth Wall and Leonie Worrall have joined forces to open Ray White Hastings. As local agents

And so have some familiar faces

for more than 13 years combined, we have expanded the Ray White network to the ever growing Hastings region. We are an extremely dedicated, determined and enthusiastic team eager to offer a high quality service to our clients in all aspects of real estate. We have high professional standards and expertise covering rural, residential and property management. For our clients this means a greater level of care, attention and

Ray White Hastings 69 High Street, Hastings Tel. 5979 4177 Fax. 5979 2177 hastings.vic@raywhite.com raywhitehastings.com

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FROM the upstairs verandah of this classic double-brick home, you can gaze across a rural vista to the waters of Western Port Bay. This grand home is big on scale with four large bedrooms, all upstairs, including the main bedroom with ensuite. Built on a heated concrete slab there is approximately 180 square metres of living space downstairs with a neat kitchen, lounge with open fireplace and two air-conditioning units. For the greenthumb there are some established trees around the home and an expansive lawn area, but there is plenty of scope to dig in and improve the surroundings. Set on 0.975 hectares (2.36 acres), there are some fenced paddocks. The price guide has been very reasonably set, given the size of the property, and it is relatively close to town.

DON’T miss seeing this beautiful family home, which is packed with features to suit any family. Situated in a quiet and private court, the brick home has four bedrooms, including the main bedroom with a walk-in robe and ensuite, as well as a separate study. The study and front lounge room have lovely arched entrances. There is a spacious family room and a modern timber kitchen with adjoining formal dining alcove. There’s also a separate games room. The home is set on a slightly elevated block that has been well landscaped and there is a large covered area at the back where you can enjoy the privacy of the gardens. There is a double garage at the front of the home and amenities such as schools and shops are close at hand.

Auction: Saturday 7 April at midday Price Guide: Offers over $700,000 Address: 9 Maurandra Close, HASTINGS Agency: Bay West Real Estate Somerville, 1/1085 Frankston-Flinders Road, Somerville, 5977 9660 Agent: Gary Barnes, 0412 347 233

Price: $485,000 negotiable Address: 35 Skinner Street, BITTERN Agency: Century 21 Homeport, 2100 Frankston-Flinders Road, Hastings, 5979 355 Agent: Wilma Green, 0407 833 996

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As new unit set on a block of 4. Two bedrooms, main with WIR & dual access bathroom, lounge, modern kitchen with s/steel appliances & separate meals area with sliding doors leading to paved courtyard. Tiled and carpeted throughout. S/system, air con, single garage with internal entry and remote door. If you’re looking for an investment rental look no further, or perhaps a starting point to get into the market. Walking distance to schools shops + navy base.

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Pick your own builder and design your dream home on a block of 609m2. Situated on a corner block in a quiet location framed by trees with views overlooking the Hastings Football Oval. It’s an ideal position for family safety. This is your chance to live in the ‘Toorak’ end of Hastings, the Old Tyabb area.

Ideal for the larger family the home has 2 living areas, main living with Coonara wood heater adjacent to the meals and a modern kitchen with s/steel appliances. The main bathroom, laundry and 2 bedrooms are on the lower level. A timber staircase leads to the 2nd living and main bedroom with FES & BIR’s + 4th bedroom or study. Outside is a large garage shed with power, concrete slab, water tanks, pergola and verandahs to keep the harsh sun out.

This well maintained unit is a must see. Two bedrooms, main with dual access bathroom, separate laundry, large lounge with high vaulted ceilings & meals area. The modern kitchen has under bench oven & gas cook top, a third room could be used as a study or bedroom. The home comes with gas heating & air-conditioning and single garage. Leased until November 2012, walking distance to shopping precinct, doctors surgery & foreshore.

For Sale:

For Sale:

For Sale:

Land For Sale

$269,500

CRIB POINT

BITTERN

CRIB POINT

ER D N U ER F F Secluded Homestead O

$495,000

BITTERN

$295,000

RED HILL

Spectacular Kinfauns (app.1.58 acres) Mud Brick Masterpiece

Set on a beautiful treed block of 847m2. This home has sprawling verandahs, three edrooms, main bedroom overlooks garden and has FES with spa bath. The open plan lounge/dining has exposed beams, gas heating & A/C also with garden outlook. The modern kitchen with servery, s/steel upright gas cooker, dishwasher, pantry & stained glass window adds to the country feel. The home has been tastefully decorated with as new carpets.

Imagine your own Homestead tucked away behind high fences with bullnose timber decked verandahs. The sweeping path & treed surrounds add to the country feel. The home comprises of 4 bedrooms main with full ensuite, 2 living areas with high vaulted ceilings, split system airconditioning, gas column heater & coonara for year round comfort. A good size country style kitchen with gas up right cooker and plenty of bench space.

A unique lifestyle awaits you in this huge 1.58 acre property situated in the sought after Kinfauns Estate. Public transport stops at the Estate’s entrance, Hastings town center two minutes drive and the brand new Bittern shops two minutes in the other direction. Fully serviced and surrounded by homes of equal quality and prestige.

If you are looking for the peaceful life this home is it! Set in the tranquil surrounds of Red Hill this architect designed double story home overlooks a 1/3 acre of land. Walk through the large monastery doors where the light ÀOOHG ORXQJH DZDLWV ZKLFK OHDGV WKURXJK WR WKH NLWFKHQ and dining area. The home features 4 bedrooms - main with walk in robe and full ensuite, a separate study, high SLWFKHG FHLOLQJV SROLVKHG à RRUERDUGV WKURXJKRXW

For Sale:

For Sale:

For Sale:

For Sale:

$395,000

$412,000

HASTINGS

HASTINGS

Commercial Land or Business, take your pick!

Unique Investment Opportunity

$SSUR[LPDWHO\ P RI Ă DW LQGXVWULDO ]RQHG ODQG LQ the busy commercial/industrial street of Hastings. Currently set up with a nursery business you can purchase WKH EORFN RI ODQG ZLWK WKH RIĂ€FH VWUXFWXUH LQFOXGHG DQG use it for your own purposes or purchase the land + business WIWO for an extra $25,000 + GST.

For Sale:

$280,000

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35 High Street, Hastings

$949,000

$770,000

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5979 3000

REAL ESTATE SOMERVILLE

Somerville

$285,000

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Somerville

$300,000 - $400,000

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From $275,000

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Somerville

Est 1989

1,2 & 3 / 5 Grant Road Purchase Separately or as a Whole

6/1160 Frankston-Flinders Road Position Position Position

Ć” One of three units available. Ć” Recently renovated & located close to town facilities Ć” Good sized lounge & dining area, modern kitchen Ć” Two bedrooms Ć” Reverse cycle air-conditioning Ć” Outdoor garden area & double carport

Ɣ 4uality built 3 bedroom, low maintenance unit Ɣ Only minutes walk to local shopping, transport, schools Ɣ Large lounge/dining area Ɣ Floating oor boards Ɣ Modern kitchen with s/steel appliances plus dishwasher Ɣ Security shutters on all windows,

Ć” 2 x three bedroom units, FES to main bedroom Ć” 7LOHG ZHW DUHDV V VWHHO DSSOLDQFHV WR NLWFKHQ Ć” Open plan living areas, 9ft ceilings Ć” Double garage with remote, landscaped gardens Ć” Minutes walk to local shops & transport Ć” Buy off the plan and save on stamp duty

Somerville

Somerville

Somerville

$475,000

$498,000

IN 12 SP .0 EC 012 T S .3 AT 0p m

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$465,000

1-3 / 3 Seaton Court Brand New Units - Only 3 On The Block

22 Bruce Drive A Home That Positively Shines

30 George Street Seriously Surprising Living

Simple Yet Stylish

Ć” Perfect home boasting 4 bedrooms, master with FES Ć” Formal lounge, dining room, kitchen with gas cooking + d/w Ć” )amily room, rumpus room with slow combustion heater Ć” $ir-conditioner Ć” Ducted heating, double garage, paved outdoor area

Ć” Four bedrooms, ensuite to main Ć” Lounge room with wood heater and ducted heating Ć” Modern kitchen & family area Ć” TerriďŹ c outdoor entertaining area, lovely gardens Ć” Room for boat, trailer or caravan Ć” Double garage with workshop

Ć” Located only minutes walk to Somerville township Ć” Federation home with open plan timber kitchen Ć” 4 Bedrooms plus study, full ensuite to master Ć” Outside a pergola area, Gazebo, garden shed Ć” Electric front gates to remote controlled DLUG.

Somerville

Somerville

Somerville

$750,000 - $795,000

$780,000

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$735,000

51 Speedwell Street ‘Wayneleigh’ Ć” Picturesque 5 acre semi-rural property Ć” 4 bedrooms plus study, main bedroom with ensuite Ć” Timber kitchen with dishwasher Ć” Family room with air-conditioning, separate rumpus room Ć” Excellent equestrian property fully equipped Ć” Five separate paddocks with electric fences

Capture The Opportunity

$800,000 Sages Road 64.72M

Ć” Fabulous 2255m2 approx. developemt site Ć” Potential 6 - 8 unit site (STCA) Ć” Existing 3BR, BV home with ensuite and lounge Ć” Outdoor paved pergola area Ć” Timber kitchen / family area Ć” Single carport, close to town

Pearcedale

French Island

$840,000

$1.4 million

50M

795 Robinsons Road

3.170Ha 208.75M

323.52M

Wonderfully located 3.17ha ( 7.83 acres) approx. block only minutes drive to shopping centre, schools and transport & on and off ramps of the new Peninsula Link. 10 minute drive to Frankston or Mornington and 45 minutes to Melbourne. Ideal property for hobby farmer / agriculture / build your dream home or future land development. (STCA - currently zoned rural green wedge)

Golden Opportunity

Ć” Outstanding solid brick 30sq approx. residence Ć” Picturesque 2 acres approx well-treed block Ć” Includes 4 bedrooms, FES, formal lounge/dining area with A/C Ć” Modern tiled kitchen/family area with coonara heating Ć” Plus 2 bedroom semi self-contained in-law accomadation Ć” Tennis court, triple carport, large sheds plus car parking.

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Baxter

34 Seaview Road Seaview Gums

116.79M

Peninsula Link

‘Norwood’

‘Picnic Point’

Ć” Beautiful 8-acre property with charming colonial style homestead Ć” Large open plan lounge and dining areas Ć” Blackwood timber kitchen and meals area Ć” Three bedrooms, FES to main Ć” Verandah overlooks two ornamental dams Ć” Lots of sheds for storage and separate bungalow

Ć” 50 acre (approx.) allotment with incredible Western Port Bay views Ć” Short drive to Crib Point ferry Ć” Build your dream getaway (STCA) with access to your own beach Ć” All measurements in above image are approximates. For all enquiries contact Phil Stone

1067 Frankston-Flinders Road, Somerville 5977 7766

PHIL STONE 0412 226 758 HUGH GAMBLE 0401 319 811

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Bay West Real Estate (VIC) Pty. Ltd. 87 High Street, Hastings Victoria 3915 Ph: 03 5979 4412 Fax: 03 5979 3097 Email: enquiries@baywestrealestate.com.au Web: www.baywestrealestate.com.au

We will look after your property like we own it ourselves

Lee Swift Sales Consultant 0434 871 536

HASTINGS

Sean Crimmins Sales Consultant 0411 734 814 $365,000-$395,000

Are you tired of; „Late rent „Unaccountable agents „Low rent „Untidy problem tenants „Out of date inspections „Lack of communication?

With 20 years experience, who else would you trust with your investment property in the Westernport area?

HASTINGS

$735,000

Talk to Sue! PRELOH RIÀFH sfrankcombe@baywestrealestate.com.au

HASTINGS - 5 Wingala Court

$355,000

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$180,000

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$145,000

5979 2700

A.H. Brad Wilcox 0419 583 634

$210,000

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Hastings

$140,000

Hastings

$247,500

Somerville

$299,000 - $329,000

Seaside calling.... Marina View Village

Walk to the Water

Amazing Opportunity

Cash in and enjoy the security and peace of mind afforded by this quiet lifestyle village right opposite the foreshore reserve. This easy care 2 bedroom home is as new and features an open design with living room adjoining an enclosed front veranda. The great sized modern kitchen has gas cooking and long breakfast bench, both bedrooms have built in robes and the combined bathroom and laundry is clean and functional.

You can’t beat such a beautiful position, a leisurely stroll from the foreshore and marina and handy to the town centre. Set well back amid dappled shade, this tidy unit is on the front of a small 4 unit development. It features a separate entry, open lounge with heat bank and a good sized kitchen with elec. Cooking. There are two bedrooms, both with built in robes, separate bathroom, toilet and laundry and a lock up garage.

This 3BR BV property really is an investors dream. Currently leased to a fantastic tenant (has been in property for last 8 years) that is looking to stay on. Features include gas cooking and heating, 3 good sized bedrooms all with BIRs, pergola, ceiling fans, tiled wet areas, covered entertainment area to the rear, brand new SLUG (to be constructed) and the list goes on.

Hastings

Hastings

Crib Point

$297,000

$269,000

$315,000

Court Position‌

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A surprise is in store when you enter this great 3 bedroom home, located in the centre of town..A big, bright and open living space featuring VSDUNOLQJ SROLVKHG à RRULQJ DQG IUHVK QHXWUDO GFRU 6HW RQ D JRRG VL]HG EORFN WKLV ZRXOG PDNH DQ LGHDO ÀUVW SURSHUW\ WR OLYH LQ RU LQYHVW $OO bedrooms have built in robes, the inviting kitchen has had a facelift and features electric cooking and breakfast bench to the meals area.

You just can’t beat bricks and mortar for a solid future for your family‌. this established 3 bedroom home is in a great location, close to the school and has been freshly decorated and renovated throughout! /RXQJH ZLWK JDV ORJ ÀUH WLOHG IDPLO\ URRP QHZ NLWFKHQ ZLWK VWDLQOHVV VWHHO DSSOLDQFHV QHZ OLJKW ÀWWLQJV QHZ KZV IUHVK SDLQWZRUN DQG D security system. All 3 bedrooms have robes.

Nestled in a quiet court in leafy gardens this is the perfect place to call \RXU RZQ )LUVW KRPH EX\HUV RU LQYHVWRUV LW LV KDUG WR ÀQG SURSHUWLHV OLNH these now! Featuring a warm country style interior, this Western Red Cedar home has a fantastic big living & dining room with an open plan design, gas heating and split system cooling. The great sized kitchen has gas cooking and a dishwasher and overlooks the pretty front gardens.

Hastings

Bittern

Bittern

$347,500

$347,500

$359,000

At Last An Affordable First Home!!

1/4 Acre A Leafy Retreat

Village Living

You will jump for joy when you see this delightful 5y.o. home, set in tidy native gardens in a popular new estate. Bright and open with fresh neutral dcor and lots of windows enjoying garden aspects. From a separate entry WKH KRPH RSHQV RQ D ODUJH VWDJJHUHG OLYLQJ DQG PHDOV DUHD WKDW Ă RZV easily to the covered deck and adjoining double remote garage. The kitchen is also a cheery, sunny room with plenty of cupboards.

It was around 10 years ago when the current owner found peace and privacy in this beautiful property at the top of a court, with Lornas Triangle reserve to look out on and enjoy. Now too big to manage, a QHZ RZQHU LV VRXJKW WR HQMR\ WKH FRORXUIXO JDUGHQV WKH OLJKW ÀOOHG OLYLQJ room and meals area opening on a large covered terrace and gardens beyond The inviting kitchen has been upgraded.

Brand new and right opposite the new Village centre, this perfectly located home unit would make a great investment or retirement home. Featuring a big bright and open living space inside and a decent private outdoor area it would suit a variety of lifestyles. The generous kitchen features gas cooking and dishwasher, there are 3 bedrooms, main with full en suite and there is gas ducted heating throughout.

Crib Point

Bittern

Hastings

$369,000

$379,500

$469,000

Simply Perfect.

1/4 Acre+ ... Live and grow

1,066m2 Perfect For Families.huge Workshop!!

If you seek a new home but dont fancy much maintenance. If you value your privacy and dont want a unit. We have the perfect solution!! Set right in the heart of town with the foreshore and marina close at hand, this spotless 2 year old home is one of only two on the block with its own private yard. Fresh and modern with square set plaster, big open living and 3 generous bedrooms.

The spotless brick home features 2 living areas; Lounge with wood heater and separate tiled meals overlooking a leafy side courtyard. There is a modern kitchen with elec cooking and 3BRs with built-ins. A private rural like setting with huge enclosed sunroom, covered cold spa and a side driveway leading to a boat port and 5.5m x 7.5m workshop. With the possibility of future subdivision (STCA).

Set at the top of the quietest brick paved court, this perfect family property has space and then some. With a beautiful wide frontage you can spread out and enjoy the luxury of your garden surrounds. The stunning 4 bedroom home is freshly decorated and features 2 great sized living areas and meals. Well zoned bedrooms, main with full en suite and walk in robe, great sized kitchen with dishwasher.

Hastings

Bittern

Bittern

$465,000

$740,000

$950,000

Display home style..... 4 Bedrooms

1.9 Acres‌ A Hidden Family Oasis

Living on a grand scale...

Beautifully located in the prestigious solar estate, on a generous 815m2, this stunning as new Henley home features 24sqs of quality living – 28.3 sqs under roof. Formal entry and a formal lounge, huge family and meals with the central kitchen offering practical entertaining on stone bench tops and quality appliances! A separate rumpus room. There are 4 dble BRS, main with superb ensuite. Shade sail covered deck overlooking trim gardens & shed.

Your cares will melt away as you wind your way home to this fantastic lifestyle property in a secluded native setting. The spacious 4 bedroom brick home has been built to maximise its outlook over gum studded lawns with a large elevated deck overlooking an inviting in ground pool. 6HSDUDWH RIĂ€FH EXQJDORZ KXJH ZRUNVKRS ZLWK VHSDUDWH DFFHVV ² VXLW tradie.

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Ben Tallon Real Estate Pty Ltd 1/34 High Street Hastings 3915

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Satchwells

Local Agents with Local Knowledge For Over 50 Years HASTINGS

BITTERN

Neg. over $295,000

Asking $320,000

Asking $1.1m

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10 Warren Crescent. Inspect Sat 11-11.30am

22 Pinewood Drive. Inspect 2-2.30pm

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DON’T MISS THIS ONE

PICTURE PERFECT INSIDE AND OUT

WATER SIDE OF TOWN

STUNNING KINFAUNS

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HASTINGS

HASTINGS

CRIB POINT

Asking $385,000

Neg Over $620,000

Asking $350,000+

Asking $287,000

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195 Hendersons Road. Inspect Sat 1-1.30pm

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A SURPRISE PACKAGE

AN AFFORDABLE DREAM

BAY LOCATION

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BITTERN

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2 Lea Court - Inspect Sat 1.30-2.00pm

11 Spruce Drive. Inspect Sat 12.30-1pm

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CRIB POINT

Asking $469,000

Asking $285,000-$305,000

Asking $270,000 +

Asking $374,000

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288-290 Stony Point Rd. Inspect Fri 12.30-2pm

Units 3, 13, 14 & 18 / 3 Elisa Place

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1/97 High Street 14 Balnarring Village Cnr Cook and Wood Streets

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2 Completely renovated throughout & presents as a brand new house. This home is an easy stroll to schools, transport, High Street shopping precinct, sporting ovals, parks & the Community Centre. Featuring 3 bedrooms with B.I.R’s, brand new bathroom, stunning brand new kitchen, freshly painted throughout, new carpets & beautiful new window furnishings, fully landscaped gardens with water tanks. All this, plus more on a generous sized corner allotment. Vendor’s instructions are clear, this property must sell! Contact Exclusive Agent.

VIEW: Saturday 1.00-1.30pm AUCTION: FOR SALE NOW or AUCTION on Saturday, March 31st at 1.30pm. Terms 10% deposit, balance 60 days. AGENT: Kerry Lee Marshall 0408 363 686 OFFICE: 2100 Frankston-Flinders Road, Hastings, 5979 3555

4 Just a short walk to the new Bittern village and nature reserve, this beautifully maintained home offers serenity like no other in tightly held location. This well built Merchant Builder home on approximately 1/4 acre allotment (1080sq metres) has been lovingly cared for. Boasting 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 living area’s, vaulted ceilings with chefs delight kitchen and lovingly maintained gardens, fernery & mature trees in a private setting. Our vendors have a genuine need to sell! Contact Exclusive Agent.

VIEW: Saturday 12:00-12:30pm AUCTION: FOR SALE NOW or AUCTION on Saturday, April 14 at 12:30pm. Terms 10% deposit, settlement 60-90 days. AGENT: Kerry-Lee Marshall 0408 363 686 OFFICE: 2100 Frankston-Flinders Rd Hastings 5979 3555

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MOUNT ELIZA

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RESORT STYLE LIVING Nestled in a tranquil pocket of one of Mt Elizas’ finest neighbourhoods, on a private 2780sqm (approx) allotment, an entertainer’s dream is perhaps the most apt way to describe this stunning family home. A number of spacious, well-lit living spaces offer a superb mix of formal and informal settings that are ideal for entertaining or that private retreat. A stylish kitchen is the hub of the home, linking with the adjoining meals and family living. Add to the mix its integration with the paved outdoor area and you have multiple indoor-outdoor entertaining options. Even the kids are catered for with a huge rumpus they can claim as their own, or utilise as a media room. The vast array of large windows bathes the home in natural light which is decorated with tranquil garden backdrops. The natural hallmarks of the home are successfully captured by the outlook over landscaped gardens and a saltwater chlorinated, solar-heated, pool that create a nature-inspired outdoor haven. Work from home in a private office, unwind in the sauna and enjoy the heating and cooling options, ducted vacuum and outdoor gazebo and spa.

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160 Main Street, Mornington Shop 7 /84 Mt Eliza Way, Mt Eliza

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For Sale

119 Seaview Avenue, Safety Beach Seaview at Martha Cove

TWO BRAND NEW DEVELOPMENTS FOR SALE. SAVE ON STAMP DUTY

‘Cherry Tree Cottage’ - Mornington

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Price: $699,000 - $750,000 Contact: Louise Varigos 0408 885 982

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1/3 Turnbull Street, Mornington Blue Chip Location

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Price: $690,000 - $720,000 Contact: Louise Varigos 0408 885 982

1/14-16 Lucerne Avenue, Mornington Gorgeous Beachside Townhouse

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Price: $660,000 - $695,000 Contact: Lina Luppino 0419 571 583

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4/44 Bentons Road, Mount Martha Single Level Excellence This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom villa offers the perfect layout for the discerning buyer. :LWK VXSHULRU TXDOLW\ À[WXUHV ÀWWLQJV WKLV VLQJOH OHYHO GHVLJQ LV RSHQ VSDFLRXV /DUJH ZLQGRZV WKH LQWHUQDO FRXUW\DUG invite natural light into all rooms, while a paved patio takes entertaining outdoors. Beautiful granite bench tops throughout the spacious kitchen with great storage that every chef will appreciate. Gas heating, air-conditioning. Close to Dava shops, Dava KRWHO EHDFK

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Price: $520,000 - $570,000 Contact: Lina Luppino 0419 571 583

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Fish and chip shop off the scale THIS well-positioned shop is on a busy main road serving a large part of Frankston. Currently taking between $8000 and $10,000 a week, the business has no franchise fees and the shop has excellent fittings with all equipment in good condition. The well-lit interior has seating for 20 and trading hours are 11.30am to 7.30pm, seven days a week.

Fish and chips takeaway, FRANKSTON Price: $169,000 Rent: $4663.64 per calendar month + GST + outgoings Agency: Kevin Wright Real Estate, 72 Main Street, Mornington, 5977 2255 Agent: Tanya Scagliarini, 0438 289 859

AUCTION 45 Main Street, Mornington.

Friday 13th April at 12 Noon

Great passing trade START your business empire with this well-priced milk bar in Somerville. Established for 30 years, this milk bar has good passing trade with a healthy retail sector on this side of town. The business is a sub-newsagency and sells confectionery, cold drinks and dairy products. Further enhancements to the profit line could be made with the addition of coffee and takeaway food sales. The interior is fully air-conditioned and there is a cool room and toilets. This would be a very affordable family business with cheap rent on offer.

Milk bar, SOMERVILLE Price: $62,000 + SAV Rent: $168 per week + GST + outgoings Agency: Kevin Wright Real Estate, 72 Main Street, Mornington, 5977 2255 Agent: Gary Ralph, 0418 535 503

For Sale – Rosebud

For Sale – Sorrento

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Great opportunity to invest in the rapidly growing Rosebud Industrial Estate, ͻ WƌŝŵĞ /ŶĚƵƐƚƌŝĂů >ĂŶĚ ŽĨ ϮϰϬϬ ƐƋŵ ĂƉƉƌŽdž͘ ͻ &ƵůůLJ ĞǀĞůŽƉĞĚ ^ŝƚĞ ͻ džƚĞŶƐŝǀĞ /ŶĨƌĂƐƚƌƵĐƚƵƌĞ ͻ ^ĞĐƵƌĞůLJ >ĞĂƐĞĚ ĂŶĚ dĞŶĂŶƚĞĚ

Sale Price: $300,000 + SAV Contact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

Sale Price: $1,250,000 Contact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

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Sale Price: $1,495,000 Contact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

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Mornington

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Sorrento Gem

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dŚĞ 'ĂƌůŝĐ <ŝƐƐ ZĞƐƚĂƵƌĂŶƚ͕ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ŵĂƌŬĞƚ ĨŽƌ ƚŚĞ ĮƌƐƚ ƟŵĞ͕ is an award-winning restaurant easily one of the best on the Peninsula. Currently opening for 5 lunches and 4 dinners per week and closed for 5 weeks throughout the year, there is ƉůĞŶƚLJ ŽĨ ƐĐŽƉĞ ƚŽ ŝŶĐƌĞĂƐĞ ƚŚĞ ĂůƌĞĂĚLJ ŚĞĂůƚŚLJ ƉƌŽĮƚƐ͘

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Sale Price: $635,000 + SAV Contact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

Sale Price: $250,000 + SAV Contact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

Sale Price: $169,000 + SAV Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

Sale Price: $475,000 Lease Price: $2500pcm + GST+ogs Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

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KƌŝŐŝŶĂů ŽǁŶĞƌ ŚĂƐ ĚĞĐŝĚĞĚ ƚŽ ƌĞƟƌĞ ĂŌĞƌ Ϯϲ LJĞĂƌƐ͊ ^ƚƌŽŶŐ and consistent takings this one man show provides a very ƐŽůŝĚ ŝŶĐŽŵĞ͕ ĞƋƵŝƉŵĞŶƚ ĂŶĚ sĞŚŝĐůĞ ŝŶĐůƵƐŝǀĞ͘ EŽƚ ƚŽ ďĞ missed.

Milk Bar

ϰϬ zĞĂƌƐ ĂŶĚ ƐƟůů ƐƚƌŽŶŐ

Hair Raising Prospect

Beauty At Its Best

ĨĂŶƚĂƐƟĐ ŽƉƉŽƌƚƵŶŝƚLJ ƚŽ ƉƵƌĐŚĂƐĞ ƚŚŝƐ ůŽŶŐͲĞƐƚĂďůŝƐŚĞĚ ŵŝůŬ ďĂƌ ǁŝƚŚ ƚŚĞ ƉŽƚĞŶƟĂů ƚŽ ĂĚĚ ĐŽīĞĞ ĂŶĚ ƚĂŬĞĂǁĂLJ ĨŽŽĚ͘ sĞƌLJ ĐŚĞĂƉ ƌĞŶƚ ; ΨϭϲϴƉǁн'^dнK'^ͿĂŶĚ ĂŶ ĞdžĐĞůůĞŶƚ ůŽĐĂƟŽŶ ŵĂŬĞƐ ƚŚŝƐ ĂŶ ŝĚĞĂů ĨĂŵŝůLJ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ͘ dŚĞ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ŝƐ Ă ƐƵďͲŶĞǁƐĂŐĞŶĐLJ͕ ŚĂƐ Ă ĐŽŽů ƌŽŽŵ ĂŶĚ ƚŽŝůĞƚ ĨĂĐŝůŝƟĞƐ͘

dŚŝƐ ǀĞƌLJ ďƵƐLJ ƐƚĂŶĚͲĂůŽŶĞ ŵŝůŬ ďĂƌ ͬ ŵŝdžĞĚ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ŚĂƐ been servicing local Tootgarook and surrounding areas for well over 40 years. Current owner has this business running like clockwork and is ready to move on. Great lease terms, cheap rent and huge takings. Owner willing to trial

ĨĂŶƚĂƐƟĐ ŽƉƉŽƌƚƵŶŝƚLJ ĞdžŝƐƚƐ ƚŽ ƉƵƌĐŚĂƐĞ ƚŚĞ ůŽŶŐ established Meesha Hair Design. The business has strong ƌĞŐƵůĂƌ ĐůŝĞŶƚĞůĞ ďĂƐĞ͕ ŐƌĞĂƚ ůĞĂƐĞ ƚĞƌŵƐ ĂŶĚ ůŽĐĂƟŽŶ͘ EŽ ŽƉƉŽƐŝƟŽŶ ĂŶĚ ĐƵƌƌĞŶƚ ŽǁŶĞƌ ǁŝůůŝŶŐ ƚŽ ƐƚĂLJ ŽŶ͘ ƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ features a state of the art spray tanning machine.

dŚŝƐ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ŝƐ ƌĞĂĚLJ ƚŽ ŐƌŽǁ͘ ^ƉĞĐŝĂůŝnjŝŶŐ ŝŶ ǁĂdžŝŶŐ ĂŶĚ ƚĂŶŶŝŶŐ͕ ĂŶĚ ǁŝƚŚ Ă ŶĞǁůLJ ĮƩĞĚ ^ŽůĂƌŝƵŵ͕ ^ƵŶ ^ŵŽŽƚŚ ĂůƐŽ boasts an extensive data base, consistent takings and low over heads.

Sale Price: $62,000 + SAV Contact: Gary Ralph 0418 535 503

Sale Price: $225,000 + SAV Contact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

Sale Price: $95,000 + SAV Contact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

Sale Price: $35,000 + SAV Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

For Sale – Dromana

For Sale – Rosebud

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For Sale – Mornington

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Priced To Sell

Raw Sugar

Brand New In Dromana

WƌŝŵĞ ƌŽŵĂŶĂ ůŽĐĂƟŽŶ͕ ƐƚƌŽŶŐ ƌĞŐƵůĂƌ ĐůŝĞŶƚĞůĞ͕ ĐůŽƐĞ ƚŽ Industrial Estate with the freeway extension on the way. Currently under management, this business enjoys great consistent takings, low rent and great lease.

dŚŝƐ ďĞĂĐŚ ĞŶĚ ĐĂĨĠ ǀĞƌLJ ǁĞůů ƉŽƐŝƟŽŶĞĚ ŝŶ DĂŝŶ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ ĐŽŵĞƐ ǁŝƚŚ Ă ŐŽŽĚ ƐŝnjĞĚ ĐŽŵŵĞƌĐŝĂů ŬŝƚĐŚĞŶ͕ ŶĞĂƌ ŶĞǁ Įƚ ŽƵƚ ĂŶĚ Ă roaring trade. Owners going overseas require quick sale. Takings ĂƉƉƌŽdž͘ Ψϴ͕ϬϬϬƉǁ ǁŝƚŚ ůŽŶŐ ƚĞƌŵ ůĞĂƐĞ͘

Big, bold and brand new is this soon to be constructed retail space 'ƌĞĂƚ ŽƉƉŽƌƚƵŶŝƚLJ ƚŽ ƐĞĐƵƌĞ ƚŚŝƐ ƵŶŝƋƵĞ ĐĂĨĠͬƉƌŽǀĞĚŽƌĞ ůŽĐĂƚĞĚ of approx 145sqm.Ideally suited to investors or owner operators in ĚŝƌĞĐƚůLJ ŽƉƉŽƐŝƚĞ ƚŚĞ ďĞĂĐŚ ŽŶ Wƚ EĞƉĞĂŶ ZĚ͘ dŚŝƐ ůŝĐĞŶĐĞĚ ĐĂĨĠ the hospitality, retail or corporate sectors. enjoys strong, regular clientele, solid takings, great lease terms and the opportunity to further improve. This business is extremely well priced to sell as vendors are moving on to other ventures.

Sale Price $245,000 + SAV Contact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

Sale Price: $195,000 + SAV Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Sale Price: $530,000 Contact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

For Sale – Mornington Peninsula

Sale Price $95,000 + SAV Contact Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

For Sale - Rosebud

For Sale – Rosebud

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Calling All Foodies

Fish & Chips

Tree Lopping

Beachside Gem

&ƌĞĞŚŽůĚ &ĂĐƚŽƌLJͬKĸĐĞ ^ƉĂĐĞ

dĂŬŝŶŐ ďĞƚǁĞĞŶ ΨϴϬϬϬ ͲΨϭϬ͕ϬϬϬƉǁ͕ ƚŚŝƐ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ŝƐ ƉƌŝĐĞĚ ƚŽ ƐĞůů͘ EŽ ĨƌĂŶĐŚŝƐĞ ĨĞĞƐ͕ ŵĂŝŶ ƌŽĂĚ ĞdžƉŽƐƵƌĞ͕ ĞdžĐĞůůĞŶƚ Įƚ ŽƵƚ ͬ ŽǁŶĞƌƐ ǀĞƌLJ ƌĞĂůŝƐƟĐ͘ >ŽŶŐ ůĞĂƐĞ ƚĞƌŵƐ ĂǀĂŝůĂďůĞ͘ tŝůů ƚƌŝĂů͘

This Peninsula based business of 10 years is on the market, specialising in trimming and removal of large and small trees, block clearing, mulching and stump removal. Comes with all the plant and equipment you need.

WƌŝŵĞ Wƚ EĞƉĞĂŶ ZŽĂĚ ůŽĐĂƟŽŶ ĚŝƌĞĐƚůLJ ŽƉƉŽƐŝƚĞ ƚŚĞ ďĞĂĐŚ͘ dŚŝƐ well-equipped, highly regarded business should be high on your ŝŶƐƉĞĐƟŽŶ ůŝƐƚ͘ tŝƚŚ ĐŚĞĂƉ ƌĞŶƚ ĂŶĚ ŚŝŐŚ ƉƌŽĮƚƐ͕ ƚŚŝƐ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ won’t be available for long.

dŚŝƐ ǁĞůů ŵĂŝŶƚĂŝŶĞĚ ĨĂĐƚŽƌLJ ǁŝƚŚ ƐĞƉĂƌĂƚĞ ŽĸĐĞ ƐƉĂĐĞ ŚĂƐ Ă ƐŚŽǁ ĐĂƐĞ ĞŶƚƌĂŶĐĞ ƚŚĂƚ ǁŽƵůĚ ĐŽŵƉůĞŵĞŶƚ ĂŶLJ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ͘ tŝƚŚ ϭϬϬƐƋ ŵĞƚĞƌƐ ŽĨ ŽĸĐĞ ƐƉĂĐĞ ĂŶĚ ϭϱϬ ƐƋ ŵĞƚĞƌƐ ŽĨ ĨĂĐƚŽƌLJ͕ ƚŚŝƐ ƉƌŽƉĞƌƚLJ is situated behind Bunnings in the industrial area of Rosebud. /ŶƐƉĞĐƟŽŶ Ă ŵƵƐƚ͘

Sale Price: $169,000 + SAV

Sale Price: $129,000

Sale Price: $190,000 + SAV Contact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

Sale Price $450,000 Contact Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

jo@kevinwrightre.com.au

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INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL Hungry for success

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Custom-built trailers

SITED on a corner position of a very busy industrial estate with abundant off-street parking, this business is a popular stop for breakfasts and lunches. Operating six days a week – Monday to Friday 5.30am to 4pm and Saturday 6am to 12pm – the business has a full commercial kitchen and an extensive menu offering a variety of food and drinks. The business can be trialled for $5000 per week.

ESTABLISHED for 17 years, this business manufactures all types of trailers for livestock, trade, tandem, cage and motorbikes to name but a few. The business has earned a strong reputation with many clubs, councils and fire authorities among repeat clients. Operated from the current vendor’s property, the business will need to be relocated when sold.

Industrial takeaway, SEAFORD Price: $99,500 + SAV Agency: Latessa Business Sales 50 Playne St, Frankston, 9781 1588 Agent: Tony Latessa, 0412 525 151

Trailer manufacture, ROSEBUD Price: $390,000 + SAV Agency: Latessa Business Sales 50 Playne St, Frankston Agent: Graham Haddock, 0417 360 963

Business Sales Specialists www.latessabusiness.com.au

50 Playne Street Frankston

Tel: (03) 9781 1588 GIFTS & HOME DÉCOR Very attractive shop in prime main street location selling ethically GHVLJQHG DQG QDWXUDO ¿EUH clothing, wide variety of giftware from around the world. Needs to go to next level & increase T/O.

RETAIL ELECTRONICS

Only 5 days! Seats 8 inside & more outside, has coolroom and equipment is in good working order. ATM on premises, attractive shop with side delivery. Ample parking.

Telecommunications, computing & entertainment. Optus mobile & broadband contracts. Well presented shop in main street, pleasant & easy to operate business. Full security systems 24/7.

Large, corner position, with large windows overlooking attractive courtyard. Seats 36 in & 15 outside. Commercial kitchen. Trains young adults with special needs. 6 days.

$50,000 + sav

$45,000 + sav

DISCOUNT VARIETY STORE

CAFE

$65,000 + sav

Great location with plenty of parking available. Large display areas, only 5 ½ days, huge variety of stock.

W NE

$35,000 + sav

INDUSTRIAL TAKEAWAY

GOURMET PIZZA & PASTA Busy main road opp beach & holiday makers. Well displayed shop, has amenities, lends itself to liquor licence. Conveyor oven, large and modern. Has 3 bdm home. Opens 6 days 5pm to late.

$75,000 + sav

$75,000 + sav

MANUFACTURING

HAIR SALON

TAKEAWAY

AUTO ELECTRICAL

LICENSED RESTAURANT

Milk bar lines, some takeaways. Large double storey 3 bedroom residence in high density residential area with captured market. Spacious shop est. 20+ years. PRICE SLASHED

Major account of 8yrs + many stores, makes security lanyards. All machinery in excellent condition inc. straightening & cutting machine, 6 stamping machines, wire cutting machine, 6 presses.

Well presented stylish salon ZLWK TXDOLW\ Âż[WXUHV ÂżWWLQJV stations, 2 basins, washer & dryer, rear room. Busy S/C location, easy parking, vendor happy to assist with changeover.

Attractive shop in commercial/ retail food court of large complex. Excellent, expensive equipment. Pizza, pasta, chips, salads & Chinese food etc.

All repairs inc truck, trailer & marine, in large factory with hoist. *RRG GLVSOD\ URRP RIÂżFH 2QO\ RQH in Frankston & surrounds doing Interlock. Long standing clients inc corps. Ozone safe air-con service.

Seats 120, large commercial kitchen, very visible on Nepean H’way. On Premises licence, currently Indian cuisine, can be changed. Opens 6 days from NE 5.30pm.

$120,000 + sav

$120,000 + sav

$79,000 + sav

$100,000 + sav

CAFE

DISTRIBUTION

Located in kiosk in busy S/C, has seating for 34. All new equipment when set up less than a year ago. Currently partly managed.

W NE

GENERAL STORE

$108,000 + sav

$110,000 + sav TAKEAWAY

THAI TAKEAWAY

11.30am to 4pm daily, pick up at In the heart of beautiful San Remo. Moorabbin, deliveries take 4 hours. Main road with good bay views, Refrigerated van with racking. One of seats 30 in & 16 out. Rear courtyard, approx 90 franchises in Victoria, two front eatery section with well laid out separate rounds available. NLWFKHQ VWDII SDUNLQJ 3URÂżWDEOH

CAFE

W

JAPANESE RESTAURANT

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W NE

Licensed, dine in & takeaway. Highway position opp train Selling roast dinners in lovely large station, 5 ½ days, seats 20 in & 8 Only one in shopping centre. Very shop on main road, ample parking. clean, great kitchen, fantastic Currently fully managed. Licencor will out. Well presented, good kitchen. equipment. Seats 36 inside & &RQ¿GHQWLDOW\ DSSOLHV assist new buyer. Trades 7 days 9am outside. Can change usage with to 9pm. landlord approval.

$130,000 each

$140,000 + sav

$150,000 + sav

$170,000 + sav

INDUSTRIAL TAKEAWAY

FISH & CHIPS

LADIES FASHION

LICENSED RESTAURANT

COIN LAUNDRY

CHARCOAL CHICKEN

Spacious modern shop in great location. Opens 5 days 6am to 3.30pm. Seats 20 inside & more outside. Modern equipment. Trial on $6,500 pw.

Prime Main St position, very close to beach and park. Opens 7 days DP WR SP UHFHQW ÂżWRXW VHDWV 8 out & 5 inside. Also has very liveable 2 bdm dwelling.

Excellent exposure in busy retail/ commercial street. Stocks high end fashion labels with exclusive brand names. Streamlined seasonal buying process. Repeat clientele, IXOO FRQÂżGHQWLDOLW\ DSSOLHV

By day a cafĂŠ/restaurant and by night a Latin night spot. Good seating in & out, upstairs function rooms for weddings etc. Prime main road position, huge potential.

Only one in Mooroopna. Opens 7 days, services 5 ½ days. Well presented and well equipped. 12 washers inc heavy duty and 16 gas dryers. Horse/animal blankets etc service growing constantly.

Good equipment, modern presentation, coolroom, large preparation area. 4 tables & chairs inside. Bright & attractive presentation. Large frontage to S/C carpark.

$175,000 + sav

$190,000 + sav

$195,000 + sav

$220,000 + sav

NOW $225,000 + sav

ASIAN FOOD

GENERAL STORE

LICENSED CAFE

FIREPLACE RETAIL JETMASTER HEAT N GLO DEALERSHIP

$130,000 + sav

Takeaways and beverages in food Very busy store in country Vic. FRXUW RI EXV\ 6 & 5H¿WWHG \HDUV Only one in area. Newsagency, ago, has great kitchen and bright bottle store, sandwich bar. 2 large frontage. Trial on $12,000 pw. coolrooms, storage area, garage, Owner’s husband willing to run function/dining room. 4 BR house business for 2 years if wanted. attached.

$150,000 + sav

LICENSED BAR & CAFE

LAUNDRETTE

Unique lounge bar unlike anything else in the area. Seats 80, licensed 12pm to 1am. Opens Tues to Sun 4pm to 1am. Offers art exhibitions, live music acts, burlesque nights, poetry etc.

8 washers, 7 dryers. Also offers washing, ironing service and dry cleaning agent. Corner position offers great exposure, free parking at rear. Summer very busy, peaks in January.

Nepean H’way opposite beach. Seating for 80+, licensed indoors & deck area. Extensive equipment, trades 7 days, well staffed with good systems in place.

$230,000 + sav

Selling to building trade & private customers. Operated by vendor with sub-contractors installing. Excellent location, 5 days, well known.

$290,000 + sav

$299,000 + sav

$299,000 + sav

$350,000

$350,000 + sav

$399,000 + sav

LAUNDROMAT

PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS

FISHING TACKLE

ART GALLERY & RESTAURANT

IMPORTER & WHOLESALER

MOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENTS

No competition, only one within 15km. 1 bdm accomm inc in rent. Very well presented, has 20 washers and 15 dryers, ironing station. Serviced 5 ½ days, open 7 days. Good T/O.

In-house art dept, up to date software & equipment, inhouse printing, in-house kiln. Wide variety of products with many forward orders in place. &RQÂżGHQWLDOLW\ DSSOLHV

Freehold 3 bdm BV home & leasehold business in brick shop on main street. Right on waterway, est 1970. Tackle, bait etc and boat storage. Can be sold with or without franchise.

Garden setting with courtyard, large bar area, separate function areas. Wonderful presentation with Roman/Mediterranean atmosphere. Sells many art/gifts + cafĂŠ & restaurant Thu/Fri/Sat.

In-demand product base, well established client base, plenty of room for extra growth. Includes imported sealant range, has Australasian distribution rights. W/sale to h/ware stores.

Freehold & leasehold for sale with Nepean H’way frontage. Close to Frankston CBD and beach. High prominence and exposure. 6XLW DSDUWPHQWV RI¿FHV VWXGHQW accommodation.

$449,000 + sav

$750,000 + sav

$950,000 + sav

$4.25 Million + sav

$7.6 Million

Freehold $1.2M Leasehold $850,000

Tony Latessa: 0412 525 151

No. 1 REIV Accredited Business Agent in Victoria 27 years selling experience based on honesty and reliability REIV Business Brokers Committee Member

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AROUND THE PENINSULA

Homeward bound for Arnhem girls By Keith Platt FOUR Aboriginal students from Arnhem Land have left for home after spending a week at Dromana Secondary College. The four – Saravina Lalara, Lorita Munur, Maggie Nunggarrgalu and Tiana Roberts – came from Numbulwar, a small community on the Gulf of Carpentaria in the Northern Territory. Numbulwar’s population of just over 1000 people is close to the number of students at Dromana Secondary College (970). This second annual visit by students from Numbulwar was arranged by school council president Murray Turner and his wife Carol, who billeted the students at their house in Point Leo. The Turners are related through marriage to Numbulwar residents, which allows the community “to open up and speak with us about what they want”, Mr Turner said. He said the community was isolated and accessible only by air for five months of the year so coming to the Mornington Peninsula was “a big adventure”. Seven boys were in the first group of students to visit last year and Mr Turner said plans were being made for staff from Dromana secondary to visit Numbulwar. He said life in Arnhem Land community was vastly different to that of the peninsula. “There are 15 people to a house and three kids to a bed. “They speak three languages, and English is last on the list. When they’re

Cooking lesson: Saravina Lalara, Lorita Munur, Maggie Nunggarrgalu and Tiana Roberts at Dromana Secondary College. Picture: Derry Caulfield

here, they see what it’s like to speak English all day and participate in all of Dromana’s mainstream subjects.” Permanent settlement began at the community in 1952 with the founding of the Rose River Mission by local Aboriginal communities and the

Church Missionary Society. The mission operated until the 1970s when community control passed to the Numbulwar Numburindi Community Council. The community has a general store, a police station, school, an engine repair

shop and post office. Mr Turner said students chosen to come to Dromana attended school regularly. “It’s a reward,” he said. In June, students from Dromana secondary will go to Numbulwar where

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Simon’s year of living famously SIMON MCKEON wears many hats. He’s executive chairman of Macquarie Group’s Melbourne office; chairman of the CSIRO; chairman of Business for Millennium Development; former chairman of the Point Nepean Community Trust; on the board of World Vision Australia; works with Global Poverty Project and Red Dust Role Models; and is a yachtsman who holds world speed records. Here he speaks with KEITH PLATT about 2011, when he was Australian of the Year. What did being Australian of the Year mean to you? For me as someone who is interested in a range of different causes, it was an amazing opportunity to spend a year with a giant megaphone permanently attached to my mouth. Did you enjoy the experience? Yes, it was an enormous privilege. I would be remiss, however, if I didn’t point out that I was very tired towards the end of the year simply because of the number of commitments to speak and participate in various events and the fact that it involved continual travel all around the country. What were the highlights of your year as Australian of the Year? Where do I start? I could say that perhaps it was meeting the Queen and having the opportunity to tell her how she played a critical role as a human guinea pig in the development of Aerogard for the CSIRO in one of her earlier visits to this country – all true! But actually, the highlights were generally away from the big events and capital cities and into urban and regional Australia. This is where I met the thousands of Australians who work in the engine room of our great nonfor-profit sector. Hearing their stories, of the way that they have transformed lives, whether they work or volunteer in the disability sector, with our indigenous people or showing our juvenile offenders a different future – these were the highlights of my year. And, while preparing and giving more than 250 speeches and crisscrossing the country was tiring, I always came away uplifted when I was able to meet with these folk. Was there anything in particular you were able to achieve that might not have been possible without being chosen? This is a really hard one, because while I felt I had this “giant megaphone”, the reality is that in relation to every cause that I am involved in, I am merely one voice – part of a team and invariably neither the most eloquent or certainly

the most knowledgeable or expert. It was a great year in relation to some of the areas that I am interested in. For example, the announcement of a National Disability Insurance Scheme, the establishment of an Australian Charities and Not For Profits Commission, the announcement by the Foreign Minister of initiatives to bring AusAid and the Australian business community closer together – 2012 was terrific for all these reasons. But I did take more opportunities to talk often and consistently about the need for philanthropic leadership to be taken up by our wealthiest. This has been occurring in the United States for a long time and, particularly in recent years where, as of today, more than 70 US billionaires and their families have committed to giving away more than half their wealth. This has not yet started to take place in Australia, but at least the debate has well and truly started. I am very grateful for the opportunities I have had during 2011 to push this. What were you required to do during the year? Interestingly, there is very little that the National Australia Day Council formally asked me to do. During the middle of the year the Young Australian of the Year, Jessica Watson, and I did undertake a schools’ tour for several days. And there were perhaps one or two other things that the NADC were hopeful that I would agree to do. But largely it was simply a matter of responding to thousands of requests coming in from all around the country to speak at and participate in various events. What was your reaction when told you were Australian of the Year? I was genuinely dumbstruck when I first became Victorian Australian of the Year and then, of course, when I was announced as Australian of the Year. And, for me, this was simply because I’m actually a very ordinary per-

THE 2011 Australian of the Year Simon McKeon and his youngest son Sam visited the Aboriginal community at Areyonga, a six-hour drive west of Alice Springs. The November 2011 visit was arranged by Red Dust Role Models, a not-for-profit organisation working with remote Aboriginal communities. “It typically trains and then organises for elite sportspeople and other role models to spend time in these communities. A narrow but effective focus, especially when one sees how the kids in particular receive messages about good nutrition, no sniffing petrol, respecting parents and attending school from the likes of Jimmy Bartels and Tom Lonergan from Geelong Football Club who came on this trip. Indeed, my chauffeur out to Aereyonga was James Hird.”

son who just happens to have become passionate about various causes and who has been so privileged to be connected with a range of organisations that have been relatively effective. When I strip it all away, there is nothing particularly special about me. And, frankly, there are thousands, indeed hundreds of thousands, of people like me in this wonderful country. I will go to my grave wondering why I happened to be selected. What I do know is that it was a wonderful opportunity, for 12 months, to spread a message of getting involved in our extraordinarily diverse non-forprofit sector – the sector that does everything that neither business nor government is equipped to do. And which,

on a daily basis, is saving so many Australians from otherwise slipping between the cracks. In what ways did you have to rearrange your life to carry out the duties of being Australian of the Year? Literally, from the moment of the announcement on the eve of Australia Day 2011, I was inundated with so many requests to be involved in various activities. I knew it was for just one year and accordingly we did what we could to accept a sizeable number of invitations and to take the wonderful opportunities that they presented to advocate for causes close to my heart. So there were many things that didn’t happen last year – we didn’t do much sailing. Macquarie Group didn’t see

too much of me. But there were other things that could not be compromised and, for example, I would like to think that my commitment to CSIRO was unaffected. Were you changed by the experience and, if so, how? There is obviously an intoxicating aspect to it. One receives many “A list” invitations. I think there were times when I did allow my head to swell a little – but I hope these were fleeting and, in particular, I hope that they didn’t take me away from the important causes that need promotion. Looking back, I didn’t want to change who I am and I think largely I haven’t. But perhaps that is for others to judge.

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who converged on the park last weekend. The first major event will be a meeting of the Skate and BMX South Eastern League on Saturday 26 May. The $400,000 park was completed ahead of schedule by contractor Convic and the shire has now begun landscaping the area. “The next step is to get a footpath from the village down Wooralla Dve,” Cr Eustace said. He also aims to create a friends group to help maintain the skate park. Picture: Keith Platt

Shire to borrow $12m for pool By Mike Hast MONEY to pay for the multimillion dollar Southern Peninsula Aquatic Centre (SPA) will come from five sources including the shire borrowing $12 million. More than 100 residents and ratepayers attended an often rowdy meeting at Peninsula Community Theatre in Mornington on Monday night last week at which mayor Cr Frank Martin warned people in the public gallery several times for interjecting, clapping and booing. It was the first meeting of councillors to discuss the aquatic centre since Environment Minister Ryan Smith in late February gave the shire consent to build the 25-metre pool on the foreshore at Rosebud. The shire has been trying to get foreshore permission for seven years and it took a change of government for this to occur. The proposed foreshore location has been criticised by five of the 11 councillors, ratepayer groups, Upper House Labor MP Johan Scheffer, conservationists and some bureaucrats within the Department of Sustainability and Environment. At the marathon meeting that was 10 minutes short of four hours, councillors and ratepayers were told money for the pool complex would come from five sources – rates, contributions, government grants, asset sales and loans. A report from the shire’s manager of strategic planning, Allan Cowley, stated “the best available estimate at this time is $28.4 million” for the aquatic centre. This is $10 million more than the estimate made in 2006. The report states money for the pool would be “a small component” from rate revenue. “Local businesses and residents with the capacity to support the project both financially and

‘in kind’ will be approached. “Council would be eligible for the state government Better Pools funding of up to $3 million. There is also the ability to source funding from the federal government Regional Development program. “Council has the ability to generate funding through the acceleration of the strategic property review and various larger property holdings currently being prepared for sale.” The report stated the shire had reduced its debt from $45.8 million in 2005-06 to $37.3 million and this would be cut to $26.5 million by the end of 2013-14 “if we don’t borrow in that year”. This would give the council the ability to borrow $12 million, $6 million in each of 2014-15 and 2015-16. “The precise costs and funding sources for SPA will [be] clarified as the project is progressed, however on the basis of known projects/commitments … council should have the capacity to fund and operate SPA.” On Monday, councillors voted 6-5 to approve six points to advance SPA:  The location at the carnival and memorial hall sites (the hall will be part of the ground floor of the complex).  A proposed planning scheme amendment.  Finding design consultants and architects.  Including environmentally sustainable design elements in the plan for efficient use of water and energy, resisting impacts of climate change and potential sea level rise, and indigenous landscape design.  Referring all funding to the budget process. The shire wants three aquatic centres – at Hastings (opened in December 2003), Rosebud and Mornington.

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Linebreaker: Craig Alexander was first across the line in Sunday’s ironman event run, swum and cycled from Frankston.

Clear run for ironmen THE going may not have been so easy for motorists in Frankston, but ironman world champion triathlete Craig Alexander, of Sydney, posted his first sub-eight-hour time to claim victory in the inaugural Ironman Asia-Pacific Championship. Frankston was gridlocked for much of the Sunday while hundreds of competitors in the ironman event swam at Frankston, cycled along EastLink tollway and then ran to the finish in St Kilda. The event was Alexander’s first ironman win in Australia. Second placegetter Cameron Brown described the race as the “hardest” of his life. Alexander crossed the finish line in 7 hours 57 minutes 44 second. New Zealander Brown came home in at 8:00:12 with Belgian triathlete Frederick Van Lierde third in 8:01:26. Alexander rated the win as one of his most painful after a poor showing in the 3.8km swim. Australian Clayton Fettell lead the elite men’s field out of the water, covering the 3.8km course in 45 minutes 59 seconds. Fellow Australian Luke McKenzie was second (47:11) with Estonian Marko Albert third (47:13), ironman debutant Greg Bennett (47:18) fourth and Victorian Luke Bell (47:22) fifth. Fettell, contesting his second ironman, extended his lead in the early stage of the 180km cycle and was around 3min 40sec ahead at the 63km mark of the race.

At the midway point of the bike leg, Fettell held a four-minute lead on Joe Gambles with the chasing pack, containing all the pre-race contenders, less than five minutes off the pace. Fettell’s time at the front came to an end around 153km into the bike leg when he was caught by the peloton. Alexander, who had not raced since winning his third crown in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, last October, was well positioned to take the race when he entered the bike-to-run transition as a frontrunner. Alexander entered the transition in eighth place, 33 seconds behind Bell, the first man to hit the run course. At the 10m mark, Alexander, Brown, Llanos and van Lierde were ahead of the field as spectators gathered at the St Kilda Sea Baths finish. In the women’s section Switzerland’s Caroline Steffan posted the second-fastest ever time (8.34.51) to beat the UK’s Rachel Joyce and Australian Mirinda Carfrae. Results Men: Craig Alexander (Aust) 7:57:44; Cameron Brown (NZ) 8:00:12; Frederik Van Lierde (Bel) 8:01:26; Eneko Llano (Esp) 8:02:23; David Dellow (Aust) 8:04:19. Women: Caroline Steffen (Sui) 8:34:51; Rachel Joyce (GBR) 8:46:09; Mirinda Carfrae (Aust) 9:04:00; Joanna Lawn (NZ) 9:06:53; Gina Crawford (NZ) 9:11:16.

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was part of a promotion by Channel Seven in support of that year’s football season. Mike Brady’s Up There Cazaly was considered something of an unofficial football anthem at the time. It was commonly used as an accompaniment to slow motion footage of the game’s elite players taking spectacular marks. Some bright spark in the marketing department decided that rather than show reels of the game’s best and brightest, it would be fun to show

10-year-olds fumbling around instead. There was always an expectant buzz in the team changerooms before a game. This was not so much in anticipation of the looming contest as the result of discount cans of Coke from the kiosk. Sugary soft drinks aside, there was another element to add to the already heady mix of excitement – Channel Seven would be filming our game. Given that I was holding down the glamour position of half-back flank/

interchange bench, it was inevitable that the camera would find its way to me much as the sun finds the horizon. Finally, I would be catapulted from obscurity and onto the TV screens of a grateful nation. There was just one problem – it was pouring with rain. I don’t know if it rained every Sunday we had a match, but I certainly remember it that way. The greatest contest at the home ground of the Tyabb Junior Football Club was often between the players and the elements rather than each other. On this particular occasion the heavens really outdid themselves, sending rain down in such great volumes that several parents left the oval to go home and start building an ark. Despite the inhospitable conditions, the camera crew from Channel Seven arrived, wrapped themselves in Glad Wrap, and took up a position on the wing. Those who nurse some hostility toward the national game often seek to belittle it by using the term ‘aerial pingpong’. On a wet Sunday afternoon in Tyabb, nothing could be further from the truth. After a few minutes, trying to kick the ball was like attempting to drop kick a bar fridge. The only thing to hang in the air was our breath as it turned to frost. Such games are more a form of advanced mud wrestling than anything remotely airborne. The disappointment of the camera crew was apparent in the resulting commercial. It never occurred to me that ours would not be the only game filmed. As the strains of Up There Cazaly

filtered through the television speaker, there were images of 10-year-olds leaping into the air. Then it came to us. For a full two seconds, torrential rain filled the screen. The more observant of viewers may have noticed the slightest smudge of maroon falling over. It was like one of those magic eye puzzles but with too little time for any clear image to emerge. Whether the maroon blotch was me or one of my teammates was impossible to tell. My third and final television appearance occurred after I had won a public speaking competition. I was invited to reprise my award-winning address on an educational television program on SBS. Before unleashing me on the cameras, I was dropped into the makeup chair and smeared with enough foundation makeup to make me look like an extended Oompa Loompa. I immediately regretted my decision to wear white overalls and shoes with curled up toes instead of my school uniform. Today’s kids play video games as if their lives depend on it. For us, it was television. Despite cataclysmic warnings that our eyes would become squared, we devoured everything it dished up to us. But that affection has proved somewhat one-sided. Perhaps most great passions are unrequited. So it is with television and I. It can treat me as a runner-up to a photogenic cow or make me look like an unemployed chocolate factory worker, but in spite of myself I love it still. www.stuartmccullough.com

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she let Simon Crean, Wayne Swan and others viciously attack Kevvy’s character before the vote? Then the victory walk, real school bullying “up you for the rent” sort of thing followed by Julia waxing lyrical about the manner in which Kevvy accepted the vote. Lastly Bob Carr as Foreign Minister, an unelected MP? It’s been done before, but it’s ugly. I can’t vote for Tony or Bob, so move on again. *** “BOYS and girls come out to play happy and well the Laxette way.” The combination of the first line of that old nursery rhyme and Laxettes is most appropriate with Rupert Murdoch running at around 70 per cent and Gina Rinehart bidding for the rest. Neil Mitchell says it will not change his line of thinking, or words to that effect; very funny Neil – why would you? And Tony, he couldn’t be happier, at the moment anyway. They all barrack for Carlton no doubt. Does a tsunami approach? *** STUDIO Sorrento Players is doing a pantomime called The Wanderer, written and produced by Ngaire Johansen and starring Cody Watts, Siobhan Turner, Isabella Carlson, Justin Gardam, Angela Comben, Niki Ellen

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choked us smokers with his outrageous tax without the silly Queensland tag. *** I WAS working at a provincial race track circa 1990 for the TAB when the suits arrived. Seemingly intelligent, but way out of their comfort zone. “How was the turnover looking?” As in how much money were we taking at that particular meeting in relation to the same meeting the previous year, which had attracted a big crowd with a healthy turnover. On this day it was raining; the crowd was down. “Not happy Jan.” A catastrophe! The clowns departed with long faces. Take this a step further and we read of the banks or whoever being down or up on profits, always related to their previous measuring stick. The ANZ (or whoever) make 20 million a month, so they sack 1000 people, perhaps hire overseas at cheaper rates to make 21 million a month. Why? What was wrong with the 20 million a month? Extend this to the other banks as well as Coles and Woolworths, and there you have it. Good for the bosses, good for the shareholders but far from good for our pockets. Greed is good. *** PETER Leahy, director of the National Security Institute: “Soldiers,

By Gary Turner stamps, depicting the radjah (or raja) shelduck and the pink-eared duck, and two international stamps ($1.65 and $2.35) with the Australian shelduck and the plumed whistling duck. Pope acquired a love of wildlife growing up in regional South Australian towns. The stamp issue is his fourth commission for Australia Post, having illustrated Cocos (Keeling) Islands visiting birds (2008), Songbirds (2009) and Australian kingfishers (2010). Australia is home to 28 species of ducks, of which 10 are endemic. The stamps are available from Australia Post outlets, by mail order on 1800 331 794 or online www.auspost. com.au/stamps Australia Post has given MP News Group some Australian waterbirds packs for readers. Simply send your name and address on the back of an envelope to Stamps Giveaways, PO Box 588, Hastings 3915.

A Grain of Salt WHAT is plan A? Well, pretty obvious really: all running smoothly with my children, grandchildren, relations, friends and my health. An extra quid always adds icing but the horses don’t listen. So Plan B? Powerball of course! 10 million will just about do it. I already have the envelopes, stamps, a new chequebook, credit card, pills and laptop. A taxi to town to claim, a telephone call to the ‘Gestapo’ (Centrelink) and first class flight to a Paris five-star hotel for three months. Incognito. Keep in touch, seemingly from Daylesford, send discreet cheques after eight weeks. Read online newspapers, post my column. Perhaps not Daylesford; too many female friends there. Rockhampton? Neil Young: “Keeps me searching for a heart of gold. And I’m getting old.” Hahaha. *** IT’S no secret I support the Australian Labor Party, but my loyalty is being tested. I was never happy about the Prime Minister’s deputy organising an overnight coup on the man who toppled John Howard, but I moved on, as we do. Then we arrive at Kevvy’s challenge and this is where it got sticky. Surely Mzzz Melody was confident about the voting; so why did

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the college’s track for 18 hours, keeping their team batons moving. Funds raised go to the council’s research, support and prevention programs The event had key ceremonies to acknowledge people’s experience with cancer and was a great opportunity to educate the community of cutting their cancer risk, a council spokesperson said. The event included entertainment, catering and activities for teams who camped at the college.

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It’s Hawks v Pies at ’G and Tigers v Blues 19 disposals a game. For the Suns a question is can they step up in the absence of Nathan Bock and Danny Stanley. This match will be a blowout in favour of the Crows. Adelaide by 36 points.

Thursday March 24 Richmond v Carlton, MCG 7.45pm Traditional rivals meet in the regular round 1 blockbuster on Thursday night at the home of football. Interestingly these teams couldn’t have had more different pre-seasons with Richmond upsetting the likes of Hawthorn and Geelong, and Carlton losing all five matches. Luckily for the Blues the preseason counts for very little. In previous years this game has been a blowout in favour of Carlton, but Richmond look poised to challenge the Blues all the way to the final siren. After injuring his hamstring in February, Tiger Brett Deledio played his first game two weeks ago and impressed with 33 disposals. Richmond will be improved, but Carlton has more experienced men and should get over the line. Carlton by 19 points. Friday March 25 Hawthorn v Collingwood, MCG 7.50pm Two of the league’s heavyweights kick off their campaigns in the match of the round. Last time they met, Hawthorn outplayed the Pies for three quarters, but failed to finish them off. It’s fair to say we can expect a game of similar intensity, but the result could be a little different. For the Magpies the main question is who will play on Lance Franklin? It was Chris Tarrant last time, but he’s had an injury interrupted pre-season. The Hawks had a stellar pre-season, winning four of five games, but with injuries to Roughead and Bailey, they have no experienced ruckman. Collingwood’s midfield will prove to be pivotal. Collingwood by 1 point. Saturday March 26 Melbourne v Brisbane, MCG 1.45pm After the death of club legend Jim Stynes, the Demons will be playing like it’s a grand final. New skipper Jack Trengove will break the record for being the youngest captain in AFL/VFL history at age 20. Mark Neeld will coach his first game and explosive forward Mitch Clark will play his first official match for Melbourne against his old club. The Lions last year travelled poorly, winning just one of 10 interstate games. It will be interesting to see who Brisbane plays at full-forward in the absence of Jonathan Brown. Melbourne will be psyched up to win. Melbourne by 33 points. Gold Coast v Adelaide, Metricon Stadium 4.45pm With their first year resulting in a wooden spoon, the Suns’ redemption starts now as they play the ever-improving Adelaide. The Crows enter the game after snagging the NAB Cup where they won all five games. Emerging superstar Rory Sloane played a stellar tournament averaging more than

Fremantle v Geelong, Patersons 4.40pm The Cats’ 2012 premiership defence begins on Saturday in Perth against an unknown quality in the Fremantle Dockers. It will be interesting to see how Aaron Sandilands fares in his first game since a toe injury put him out for most of last season. He will be rucking against the inexperienced Trent West and Orren Stephenson. Last time the Cats played in the west, they were beaten by the Eagles in a thriller. Geelong should have no problems defeating the Dockers but a the Cats will have a fairly young team. Geelong by 12 points. North Melb v Essendon, Etihad 7.40pm In another great match-up, these two middle-ofthe-road teams will be looking to start the year with a bang. For North Melbourne they have put in a solid pre-season campaign, finishing off in style by defeating Carlton. The Kangaroos could have a surprise return in Nathan Grima, who injured his knee in the NAB Cup. The Bombers have positives with the return of Courtenay Dempsey and Jason Winderlich, who missed the majority of 2011 with knee injuries. This should be a ripping match. Young players to watch for are Mullet of North Melbourne and Michael Hibberd of Essendon. North Melbourne by 11 points. Sunday March 27 Western Bulldogs v West Coast, Etihad 1.10pm After being runners-up in the NAB Cup, the Eagles are looking in fine form. They have the best ruck duo in the comp with Dean Cox and Nic Naitanui, who will be more than a match for Will Minson and Jordan Roughead. For the Dogs, the match will most likely be the beginning of good careers, with Clay Smith and Tory Dickson capable of making the team. It will be interesting to see how Brian Lake goes when he plays on either Josh Kennedy or Quinten Lynch. Overall the Eagles will be too strong for the inexperienced Bulldogs. West Coast by 56 points. Port Adelaide v St Kilda, AAMI Stadium 4.10pm To cap off a big round of footy, St Kilda will go west to take on last year’s cellar dweller, Port Adelaide. The Power have slid under everyone’s radar during the pre-season, beating accomplished teams such as Carlton, Fremantle and Melbourne. In more positives, Port will play four new recruits in Brent Renouf, John McCarthy, Chad Wingard and Darren Pfeiffer. The Saints will want to welcome their new coach Scott Watters in style, but they can’t afford to get complacent as Port is a lot better than many people think. Last time these teams met St Kilda won easily in the wet. St Kilda by 8 points. Follow Casey on Twitter at FootballTragic9

Within reach: Kelly Smetham in action for the Hastings Football and Netball Club at a practice match against Seaford. Picture: Andrew Hurst

Of nags and chooks OVER the years the Hastings Football Club has had a number of trainers, some of them real characters. I have already mentioned Charlie Gresham in my Red Hill story. “Rainbow”, as he was affectionately known by the boys, owned a few acres of land on the foreshore of Western Port, with about enough feed on it to run one rabbit to every three acres. So what does he do? He buys a horse to ride down to training. Eventually it starved to death and Rainbow was left with the problem of getting rid of it. He decided it would be much easier to get rid of it a few pounds at a time rather than dig one big hole so he cut it up and had bits of it all over the farm, much to the delight of the foxes.

We also had Sid Whitewick who was about five feet tall and built like a gorilla. Sid had done a fair amount of wrestling and, as well as being our trainer, he often filled a vacancy on the field. On one such occasion we were playing Sorrento, which also had a wrestler in the team and, by some mischance, Sid found himself playing on this bloke. The game hadn’t been in progress for long when they were right into it with aeroplane spins, Indian deathlocks and the works. It took about eight blokes to separate them. Sid had a couple of fingers missing from his right hand,

and this landed him in trouble in Frankston one night after a game. We’d all had tea at “Sloppy Joe’s” and were walking back to the bus, parked down the road near the pub, when Sid emerged from a gateway with four chooks, two in each hand. The two he had in his good hand were nice and quiet – he’d choked them – but he was having trouble with the other two. They were flapping their wings and making so much noise they could have been heard in Chelsea. We got Sid, chooks and all onto the bus and out of town as fast as we could. From Blue Power 1979 edition 4 (written by the late Norm Francis)

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Hastings Fourths grab D Grade premiership By Greg Bradshaw HASTINGS Cricket Club’s Fourths have won the grand final against Mornington, but it was heartbreak for the Thirds, who went down to Rosebud in a close game. In the Fourths match, Mornington chose to bat first and Shaun Manby claimed a wicket in his second over. The next pair added 27 runs before Jason Manby found his line and length, and knocked over both batsmen, 3/37. Colin McVeigh and Jason Kestle bowled very good spells each taking two wickets, reducing Mornington to 7/49 and in deep trouble. Shaun Manby returned to bowl his last two overs with good effect, leaving Mornington at 8/51 before the ninth wicket pair dug in and batted 13 overs to take the score to 9/91. The final wicket pair added another 24 runs to give Mornington a total of 115 off 37 overs. The bowling and fielding was great and restricting Mornington to 115 was an excellent effort. The Manby brothers took 2/7 and 2/9, Kestle 2/10, McVeigh 2/12 and Chris Lehmann 1/21. Hastings opened with Greg Bradshaw and David Hull, but lost two early wickets to be 2/20. Hull was batting well and a couple of hook shots for six were brilliant and kept the score ticking over. Again two wickets fell in quick succession to leave Hastings on 4/50 before Hull and Jason Manby put on a 46-run partnership, but were dismissed in successive overs, 6/104, with Hull making 48 and Manby 25. Grant Masterson and McVeigh restored order and reached the winning total. Hastings finished with 6/117 and finally a D Grade premiership after three years of trying.

It was great playing with a young, enthusiastic group who didn’t take things too seriously but were there to win for each other. Hastings Thirds travelled to Rosebud with neither team having played each other during the regular season. Hastings batted first on a lush Rosebud ground, getting away to a slow but steady start. Pat Foy, Stuart Burrows and Morgan Darrer all reached double figures but failed to go on with their innings; Hastings 3/62. Glenn Jansz 35 and Chris White 31 put on a valuable 60-run partnership and with Andrew Finn hitting a quick 22, Hastings reached 8/161 off 40 overs. Rosebud lost an early wicket thanks to a straight ball from Finn, while Stephen Lewis toiled hard, taking 2/20 off his 10 overs. At the 30-over mark the game was evenly poised with Hastings needing four wickets and Rosebud 60 runs. One of their players decided it was now or never as he tried to smash his team home. In the end his 44 runs were invaluable, but three dropped catches gave him the chance to make the runs and take the game away from Hastings. Rosebud scored the winning run with three balls to spare; a great game down to the wire but a heartbreaking loss for Hastings who did well to make the grand final. Rosebud finished on 8/164. Kayne Lewis again showed promise taking 2/22, Kevin Watson 1/32, Finn 1/45 and Marsh 1/19. Senior presentation night is at 6.30pm on Saturday 31 March at the Hastings Club. Book with Scott at the club on 5979 1740. The club’s major raffle will be drawn and sold tickets can be left Hastings Club reception.

Blues fire up: Craig Perrott, Hastings Football Club’s Reserves coach, gets a handpass away during a match against Seaford on the weekend. It was the second practice game before the season starts. Next game is versus Cranbourne at Casey Fields this weekend. Picture: Andrew Hurst

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