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MPNEWS (1300 676 397) or email: team@mpnews.com.au www.mpnews.com.au Under stress: BlueScope’s Western Port mill has long been the backbone of employment and prosperity in Hastings.

Wipeout for workers, bonuses for bosses By Mike Hast BLUESCOPE Steel will pay $3.1 million in bonuses to 11 senior executives including CEO Paul O’Malley, who will receive about $720,000 on top of his base pay of $1.25 million. The so-called “short term incentive” bonuses were agreed to at the company’s annual meeting in Sydney last Thursday, but not before shareholders lodged a significant protest vote against the decision.

Almost 40 per cent of votes went against the remuneration report as BlueScope suffered its “first strike” under rules passed earlier this year (see box page 4). The BlueScope board could face new elections if 25 per cent or more votes go against next year’s remuneration report. In August, BlueScope reported a $1.054 billion net loss for financial year 2010-11 after making a $126 million profit the previous year.

The company said it would be forced to cut 1000 jobs and shut down one of two remaining blast furnaces at Port Kembla as well as its hot strip mill at Western Port after it had decided to stop exporting steel and concentrate on the Australian market alone. A metal coating line at Hastings was mothballed. An estimated 400 contracted workers at the two sites would also be affected, BlueScope said.

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The company closed its Western Port hot strip mill at Hastings on 19 October and one of two metal coating plants on 22 October. About 200 BlueScope workers at Hastings have been retrenched and as many as 70 workers at other companies have lost their jobs. BlueScope Lysaghts in Dandenong South laid off all casual workers at its roofing facility. Patricks Stevedores has made redun-

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dant wharfies after BlueScope’s ship Iron Monarch delivered its last cargo of slab steel to Hastings from Port Kembla on 4 October. (Earlier this year, the ship underwent a $17 million upgrade in Singapore.) Jack Thompson Engineering, a maintenance contractor for BlueScope, has retrenched workers, and another contractor, Crib Point Engineering, is under pressure. Continued Page 4

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Power play: Switching power companies to save money are Shoreham Community Association vice-president Rob Patrick and president Peter Renkin.

Power cuts that can save TWO community groups have negotiated a 15 per cent power discount for properties in Point Leo, Shoreham, Flinders and around Red Hill. Electricity users who switch to Neighbourhood Energy to join the bulk buying scheme will also get an $80 credit. The deal to receive lower cost electricity is the result of negotiations between Shoreham and Flinders community associations, and Chris Kechagias of Power Group Purchasing. “This is an excellent example of the community empowering itself to reduce electricity costs for local residents and is available to all residents in the Red Hill Ward,� Shoreham Community Association president Peter Renkin said.

How to join the scheme and receive benefits will be explained at a meeting at 10.30am on Saturday 3 December at the Shoreham CFA. A similar meeting will be held at midday at the Flinders public hall on Saturday 10 December. “This scheme is the result of local communities cooperating for a positive outcome for local residents and I urge residents to switch to the scheme for outstanding power savings,� Flinders Community Association president Peter Hall said. Red Hill Ward residents wanting to join the scheme can contact Neighbourhood Energy on 1300 764 860 or visit www.shoreham.vic.au.

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Anti-port petition goes on internet By Mike Hast A LOBBY group set up to oppose the planned expansion of the Port of Hastings has started a petition that will be sent to the Australian Parliament. The petition by Wild About WesternPort, formerly known as the Southern Victorian Community Action Group, is on the internet at a website that hosts petitions from around the world. SVCAG was formed in late 2005 when the Port of Hastings Corporation released its transport and land use study, the first comprehensive plan for the port expansion. The study was submitted to the state government in December 2007. The plan sat gathering dust until Ports Minister Denis Napthine earlier this year said the Baillieu Coalition government wanted to fast-track the project and create a major container port within 10-13 years. In August he told The News the expansion of the port was even more urgent following job losses at BlueScope Steel’s Western Port plant. The Port of Hastings Corporation – soon to become the Port of Hastings Development Authority – was given back its independence when legislation separated it from the Port of Melbourne Corporation. The previous Labor government under John Brumby and former ports minister Tim Pallas put Hastings under the control of the Port of Melbourne in

September last year. The action was criticised by many sectors, with claims Port of Melbourne would retard development of Hastings. Legislation decoupling the two ports passed through parliament on 16 August although it will not come into effect until 1 January next year. Dr Napthine said Hastings was essential for growth of imports and exports in Victoria as the Port of Melbourne was rapidly running out of space to expand and traffic congestion had become a major problem. On 12 November, Catherine Manning of Wild About WesternPort set up the petition on Go Petition. Ms Manning was a member of the Port of Hastings Corporation’s second community reference group, which first met in February 2010 but was disbanded when the Labor government handed control of Hastings to the Port of Melbourne. She said there was growing community concern about the many im-

pacts the development would have on the environment, including Western Port’s Ramsar-listed wetlands. “It will affect endangered species listed under the federal Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 such as the southern brown bandicoot and weedy sea dragon,â€? she said. “The government wants to massively expand the port, build an inland port near Dandenong, enlarge transport corridors and bring Latrobe Valley coal and woodchips for export.â€? She said other viable shipping alternatives had not been given due consideration due to vested interests and state by state parochialism. “We believe that the science to date suggests that the risks to Western Port and its region far outweigh any possible benefit.â€? The petition calls on the federal government to “immediately apply the precautionary principle and halt the proposed expansion ‌ due to Western Port’s environmental sensitivities, our international obligations under the Ramsar Convention, and to protect the species listed underâ€? the EPBC Act. ď Ž The petition is at: www.gopetition. com/petitions/hands-off-hastings-protect-western-port-ramsar-from.html ď Ž Wild About WesternPort website: www.wildabout westernport.org ď Ž Port of Hastings website: www.portofhastings.vic.gov.au

Hay, that’s a fire risk CFA is warning about the risk of haystack fires in summer due to the combination of wet and hot weather. Chief officer Euan Ferguson said haystacks in sheds and outside could self-ignite. “We have seen two large haystack fires recently and suspect both were caused by spontaneously combustion, the leading cause of haystack fires in Victoria,� he said. “Stacks become dangerous when they reach about 70 degrees C and can rapidly reach ignition point. “At high temperatures, farmers should consider pulling stacks apart. “Farmers should alert CFA prior to this and take care as bales can suddenly ignite when pulled apart – especially large rectangular bales – due to an influx of oxygen.� For information, visit www.cfa.vic. gov.au. For a free copy of On the Land booklet, which contains agricultural fire management guidelines, call the

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Workers angry over BlueScope bonuses Continued from Page 1

Recognition: Helen Constas with the award presented to her by the Hellenic Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Greek business praise for legal aid’s CEO PENINSULA Community Legal Centre CEO Helen Constashas received an Hellenic Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry award for community service. The HACCI award recognises the outstanding achievement by an individual for the community. Under Ms Constas’s leadership, the legal centre has become one of the largest community legal centres in Australia, providing free legal services each year to thousands of disadvantaged people in Melbourne’s southeast and on the peninsula as well as participating in community legal education and law reform activities. “I have dedicated my career to improving access to justice for disadvantaged members of the local community and more broadly,” Ms Constas said. “I am fortunate to work with dedicated volun-

teers and staff who share the same passion for social justice that I do.” An unsuccessful candidate for the Labor Party, Mr Constas has been an active member of the local community, supporting a range of not-forprofit groups, including initiatives of the Greek community. “I am very proud of my Greek heritage. I feel privileged that I have been in a position to support the local Greek community.” PCLC’s free legal services are targeted to help prevent disadvantaged people falling through the cracks of the justice system. Many of these people cannot afford a private lawyer but are ineligible for legal aid. For information about free legal services call Peninsula Community Legal Centre 9783 3600 or www.pclc.org.au.

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After the annual meeting, BlueScope Steel board chairman Graham Kraehe said it was “disappointing” shareholders had voted against the remuneration report. A sacked BlueScope worker, who did not want his name published, told The News what he thought of Mr Kraehe, Mr O’Malley and other company bosses was “not fit for a family newspaper like yours”. “They’ve destroyed the company. The share price was $12 in 2008 and on Friday it was 65 cents.” Australian Workers Union state secretary Cesar Melham said awarding the bonuses was “a devastating act of bastardry”. “If Mr O’Malley thinks it’s a fair thing perhaps he would like to front workers at Western Port and Port Kembla and explain all about why he deserves it. “If BlueScope is serious about staying in business, if it has even the slightest ambition to be a good corporate citizen, then Mr O’Malley and the rest of his executive team should be held to account.” He said the situation demonstrated the need for strict conditions to be put on the awarding of money from the federal government’s $300 million Steel Transformation Plan – to be funded from the planned carbon tax. Mr Melham said about 300 Western Port workers had been forced to take a pay cut of about 40 per cent due to changes in shifts, which were announced with the job losses. “I know how our members will react to the executive pay day, while the workers who actually make things are going to be left scratching to make ends meet,” he said. BlueScope is just one of more than a dozen companies this year to feel the ire of shareholders, who have rebelled against bonuses paid to executives. They include GUD (Sunbeam, Dexion, Davey pumps), Crown casino, Cabcharge, Pacific Brands, investment services group Perpetual, and heavy machinery firm Emeco Holdings. At the steelmaker’s meeting, BlueScope remuneration committee chairwoman Diane Grady said executives had “saved” $500 million by closing the Port Kembla blast furnace and Hastings hot strip mill, and had avoided $450 million in carbon tax costs. She said the board had agreed to pay bonuses to stop large resource companies poaching senior staff. BlueScope executives had endured reduced remuneration in the past without complaint, she said. “They are not a greedy bunch,” she reportedly said. “If our executives come to believe that no matter what they do, no matter what they achieve, there will be no short-term incentives, it will be difficult for us to retain them, and replacing them could well be even more expensive.”

Shareholders sink teeth into boards THE federal government introduced new rules for executive salaries on 1 July, giving shareholders the teeth to bite the boards of public companies such as BlueScope. The “two-strikes” rule enables shareholders to demand a vote on whether to “spill” the board (force elections) if more than a quarter of votes oppose a remuneration report at two successive annual general meetings. The rule was a key recommendation of a Productivity Commission into executive pay, begun in 2009 after the global financial crisis when sectors of the community complained about executive salaries rising even though companies had lost money. Australian Shareholders’ Association CEO Vas Kolesnikoff supported the change, saying it would pressure boards to listen to shareholders more.

Ms Grady said executives had “genuinely earned their non-financial KPIs’’ (key performance indicators). Mr O’Malley said floods in Thailand would negatively impact BlueScope’s performance in Asia, along with the impact of bedding down a new facility in Indonesia, an in-line painting system on the second metal coating line. “Our Chinese business is performing well, as are our Vietnam [sic] and Malaysian operations,” he said. “We have a strong relationship with our partner in the Tata BlueScope Steel joint venture and at our Jamshedpur operation, we shortly expect to achieve the key milestones of metal and paint on strip.” In the US, the North Star joint venture was considering a 400,000-tonne capacity expansion. A workers’ website, wsws.org, reported that official unemployment in the peninsula region was 5.4 per cent mid-2011, but would “climb sharply as a result of BlueScope’s downsizing”.

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Star attractions align for awards By Keith Platt ASTONISHING, a coup, scooping the pool – coming straight after the racing’s spring carnival, the comments might be directed at the winning streak of a particular stable or horse. But no, they were being made earlier this week when one after another the names of Mornington Peninsula tourism operators were called to the podium to accept awards and accolades at this year’s Victorian Tourism Awards. Mornington Peninsula Tourism won the Specialised Tourism Services Award for the third year in a row, automatically putting it into the Victorian Tourism Awards Hall of Fame. The win also means that the peninsula’s peak tourism body, which coached and mentored many of the peninsula entrants, will next March represent Victoria at the 2011 Australian Tourism Awards in Cairns. The peninsula’s 10 other finalists and winners were: Peninsula Hot Springs (Health and Wellness Tourism Award and finalist in the Tourist Attractions Award); The Enchanted Maze Gardens

(New Tourism Product Development Award and finalist in the Tourist Attractions Awards and Adventure Tourism Award); Moonraker Dolphin Swims (Ecotourism Award); Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park (finalist in Ecotourism Award); Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove (Tourism Wineries, Distilleries and Boutique Breweries Award); Max’s at Red Hill Estate (Tourism Restaurants and Catering Services Award); Big Blue Backyard (Hosted Accommodation Award); Blue Moon Cottages (Standard Accommodation Award); Quest Apartments Frankston (finalist in the Deluxe Accommodation Award); Frankston Visitor Centre (finalist Visitor Information and Services Award). MPT executive tourism officer Alva Hemming saw the awards presentation as the highlight of the year for its members and proof “that this region has attractions which are second to none”. “It was a simply spectacular win for the peninsula.”

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Bank and SES share community spirit By Danielle de Natris of SES THE community spirit of the Hastings and District Community Bank was evident during SES Week from 7-11 November. In the middle of the week, which is a time where State Emergency Service volunteers are put in the spotlight, the Hastings branch of the Bendigo Bank donated $500 to Hastings SES. Unit controller Andy Holman, together with fellow volunteers Janet Carr and Tracey Langton, accepted the cheque from branch manager Greg Hood. Mr Hood said the SES was a deserving recipient as “they are a great group of locals giving to the community�. The unit will use the donation to back up existing training material. “All new volunteers require an intense training period, which may take 3-4 months, and we use up a lot of resources; we are extremely grateful for this gift,� Mr Holman said. The small Hastings unit covers a huge area, 470 square kilometres, from Hastings to Blind Bight, and including Somerville, Pearcedale, Baxter, Mt Martha, Mornington, and down across Red Hill road to Point Leo, and back along the coastline to Hastings. Often, the unit is called out for floods and storm damage as was the case on that particular Wednesday; only hours after receiving the cheque, three trucks and 11 members were busy until after midnight clearing up after flash flooding and removing trees off roads after the turbulent storm of the day.

It certainly was an appropriate way to celebrate SES Week, according to the volunteers, who attended 29 callouts that night. The unit is not only involved in storm and flood damage, but also in assisting local police in crime scene and missing people searches, and often attends local events where they provide lighting with a specialised lighting tower truck. The Hastings unit would welcome new members to start training in the new year, and on Tuesday 6 December, the unit will have an “open evening� information night for anyone interested in becoming a volunteer. The evening will start at 7, and will be held at the Hastings HQ on the corner of Frankston-Flinders Rd and Pound Rd. If you are community-minded, have what it takes to become a volunteer, and are keen to learn new skills, come along and get informed first-hand by the recruiting team.

Songs for 150th MICHAEL Dahlenburg, Matthew Witney, Allan Tao, Madeleine Dwyer and other members of Frankston Musical Society present a concert to mark the 150th birthday of the Musical Society of Victoria on Sunday. The concert is at 2.30pm at Peninsula Community Theatre, Wilsons Rd, Mornington. Tickets – $10 adults, children free – are available at the door or book on 9789 3686.

Christmas is nearly here THE hustle, bustle and traffic, the shopping, cooking, decorating – everyone seems to want everything done by Christmas. We often get to Christmas in a state of near collapse. Yet for children, the wait can seem like forever. There’s a free event coming up that offers an opportunity to step out of the business and enjoy a peaceful evening with family, friends and neighbours, enjoy some carol singing and perhaps reflect on what Christmas is all about. Come along with the rest of your community to Carols by Candlelight on the Hastings foreshore on 16 De-

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and onto the stage. An evening of carol singing follows, with items by students from local primary and secondary schools and our own Westernport Regional Band. The Carols by Candlelight and Children’s Parade is presented by local churches, and supported by Mornington Peninsula Shire, Western Port Chamber of Commerce, Bendigo Bank, and businesses. Enquiries or offers of help can be directed to Nikki Driscoll on 0401 022 050 or 5979 1882. Cam McCullough

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‘Political evolution’ finds avid reader in MP Hunt FLINDERS MP Greg Hunt appears to have an interest in the “evolution of the ideas of liberty and liberalism” that have helped shaped Western society. Mr Hunt has bought two copies of 100 Great Books of Liberty, a collection of influential essays of interest to people of all political persuasions. Mr Hunt, opposition spokesman on climate action, environment and heritage, claimed $91 for two copies of the 100 Great Books of Liberty in his expenses from January to December last year. Figures released by the Department of Finance and Deregulation showed that Mr Hunt also spent $663 subscribing to Carbon + Environment Daily, described as being “the new way to keep informed about essential climate change and environment news”. Publisher Specialist News says its specialty is “presenting maximum information in minimum reading time”. Between January and July 2010, Mr Hunt spent $136 on publications, but in the second half of the year extended his subscriptions to include local newspapers throughout his electorate, increasing costs to nearly $2600.

The department’s figures show it cost $227,164 to run Mr Hunt’s office, pay for his travel and printing bills. His travel costs of $20,508, including flights and Commonwealth cars, were less than a third of the $66,000 spent on printing and communications. Across the border in the electorate of Dunkley, Mr Hunt’s colleague Bruce Billson ran up $275,315 in expenses, including $153,040 on printing and communications. Mr Billson is opposition spokesman for small business, competition policy and consumer affairs. His outlay on publications ($655) appears to be limited to major newspapers, The Age, The Australian, Herald Sun, the Financial Review and their weekend editions. Mr Billson’s expenses included $8800 on privately plated vehicles as opposed to $6775 spent by Mr Hunt. However, Mr Hunt easily outspent Mr Billson in the use of Commonwealth cars, running up a bill of $17,534 compared to $7011.

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Saturday 10 December at 5.00pm St Mary’s Church Sorrento Constitution Hill Road, Sorrento

A GUIDE is being launched to eating out on the Mornington Peninsula based on healthy food and “environmentally sustainable business practices”. More than 150 peninsula food businesses were assessed for the 2012 Best Bites Food Guide, published by Mornington Peninsula Shire. The Best Bites program assesses businesses on nutrition and allergen awareness; waste and recycling; energy and water efficiency; tobacco and alcohol compliance; and access. Speakers at the guide launch at Portsea Hotel, on Monday 28 November will be Rob Gell and

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Paws and hoofs: 3AW radio presenter and 30-year veterinarian Dr Jack Ayerbe (inset) will be offering advice on all kinds of pets at the annual Pet & Pony Expo at Rosebud’s Village Green. Activities include dog races and a fun ring for children and their horses.

THOUSANDS of paws, hoofs and human feet pad, trot and stroll to one of the region’s biggest pet and pony expos later this month. The Pet & Pony Expo is from 9am-3.30pm on Sunday 27 November on Village Green, part of the foreshore in the centre of Rosebud. The expo is run by Mornington Peninsula Shire. Lisa Mills of the shire’s community and special events team said the show was free and would feature a range of activities for people and their pets as well as information on pet health, grooming and training. “All pets are welcome, but must be restrained on a proper lead at all times,” she said. Highlights included 3AW radio presenter and 30-year veterinarian Dr Jack Ayerbe offering advice on all pets, and more than 70 exhibitors. Free activities will include meet and greet Pinkie Pie and Raggs, face painting, jumping castle, native animals and animal farms, cow milking, rat show, pony grooming, reptile displays, butterfly gazebo, birds of prey, sheep and duck herding, lure racing, marine education, dog grooming, discounted micro-chipping, and free vet checks. Featured events included lure racing for Jack Russells. Registrations close at 11am. Heats run during the day with the final at 1.45pm. The dogs are raced four at a time from starting boxes and chase a lure pulled by a machine. “The antics of some dogs when they first race have spectators rolling with laughter,” Ms Mills said. “Some stay in the boxes and others run straight to the fence to a person they know. After a couple of races they get the idea and are very keen to catch the lure.

“Purebred and crossbred Jack Russells and any other small breeds can join in.” “Diamonds on the Beach” features miniature ponies in a show ring. A fun ring for children up to 15 years is at 1pm. Prizes will be given to the prettiest horse, most colourful pony or horse, fancy dress, and pony or horse most like its owner. The show is open to all miniature horses and ponies. Registrations close 22 November. Details: Mornington Peninsula Miniature Promotional, 5971 4462 or go to www. www.mpmpg. websyte.com.au Pet competitions include best dressed, pet most like its owner, largest and smallest pets, best trick and dog of the year. A pet community parade is at 2.30pm. For more information about the expo, contact the special events team on 5950 1766 or download a program from the shire’s website www. mornpen.vic.gov.au.

Safety drive MORE than $7000 was raised for Peninsula Health from this year’s annual Boosted Falcon All Ford Cruise 4 Charity event. The event at Dandenong Showgrounds on Saturday 15 October saw 260 cars make the round trip from the showgrounds through the Dandenongs. Money from the event will go towards “return to driving” services offered at Peninsula Health’s Golf Links Rd centre. The services include cognitive screening, assessments and therapy to determine if an person is safe to drive.

Top surfer’s ‘safety’ tour Legal help in Hastings WORLD tour surfer Bec Woods, pictured, is coming to teach her winning techniques in the waves at Point Leo as part of the Play it Safe by the Water Surfing for Girls program. Female surfers will get the chance to have a lesson from the NSW surfer who has been a fixture on the ASP Women’s World Tour since 2005, finishing sixth in 2006 and ranked in the top 10 until 2010. The program is aimed at the surfer who has passed the learn-to-surf stage and who owns their own equipment. “Surfing is such an amazing sport and lifestyle for everyone. For many females it can be intimidating and some line-ups can be aggressive,” Woods said. “This course enables females to get out there in a fun group and safe envi-

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Down to earth pilot is all at sea By Keith Platt ALTHOUGH he didn’t realise it at the time, when Paul Pingiaro’s future wife jumped from a plane he was piloting over Bellarine Peninsula, his career was on course to come back to earth. Ruth had come along to the skydiving school at Torquay where Pingiaro was the number one pilot. She was to do a tandem jump and Pingiaro later congratulated himself for “doing an up sell – I sold her a jumps course”. Without knowing it immediately, he was sold on her and within a few months they started going out, eventually married and now have a two-yearold son, Lincoln. Before meeting Ruth and after 11 years in the cockpit, the glamorous side of being a pilot had already started to wear off. The flyer had been working toward a change for a few years with the same enthusiasm and optimism as he had worked after school and weekends to gain his pilot’s licence. Life as a pilot had taken him to many different places, introduced him to many different people and lifestyles; it was glamorous. But after he and Ruth settled down, the travelling got in the way of a stable home life. “I knew every coffee shop in Victoria. It was good life experience and a fantastic education, but I got out at the right time,” Pingiaro says. “The reward for a $100,000 education was a first year salary of $22,000 and unless I wanted to live in the Emirates…” Pingiaro’s life in aviation had seen

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him work with defence forces, police and politicians as well as well-heeled anglers who would pay him for his aviation and fishing skills to go on fishing tours. His TrackAir company won the Nescafe Big Break award in 2004 for its “ultimate five-star adventure” packages. “Flying and running an aviation company was the best business education you could ever get. I learnt to liaise with different clientele – it’s one of my strong points.” Gradually, the downside of flying got the upper hand and, after looking

once too often at the ready-packed bag waiting in the corner, he decided being away from home was too high a price to pay. Pingiaro – an accomplished fishing writer, but one who realised there was no real money in freelance writing – quit flying and took a job with an outdoors retail store. “I was probably the most expert person on the floor, but I was learning all the time about equipment, different rigs and suppliers.” Another job at a boat sales company enable him to learn about marine

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Early warning Bashed parents ‘a growing problem’ about storm A MT Eliza mother of two says she gave Mornington Peninsula Shire two days’ warning before a weather bureau-predicted storm washed away the road and flooded their garage. “The garage was completely flooded when water flowed across the road into our place because of a blocked drain,” Lisa Vandermeer said. Ms Vandermeer says she and her husband Jason built a house in The Ridge, an unmade road, three years ago. “We built the house and followed all the specifications set by council. “We are paying rates and should get some drainage to protect our property.” Ms Vandermeer said she had contacted the council about the blocked drain under a driveway of a house on the opposite side of The Ridge. “I called to tell them about the blockage after a small storm on the Monday night because the weather bureau was predicting wild storms for the Wednesday.” When the weather report came true, water spilled across the road “like a river”, first into the Vandermeers’ garage then under the house and through their garden to a gully. “This could have been prevented. I called them the day after all the crushed rock was swept off the road. “The council came and cleared the blockage on the Friday, but it was too late, the damage was done. I’m sure it was costly to repair.” Ms Vandermeer said she was originally told that a stormwater drain spilling into the roadside drain was illegal, but a council worker later said it was all right. Brad Bayne, who also lives in The Ridge, is angry about the service he has received from council after lodging complaints about the state of the road surface. He says council uses an unfair method to assess when a road is damaged enough to warrant attention from road repair crews. “They’ve also said I should get residents in the street to pay for the road to be constructed,” Mr Bayne said. “But the problem is only of concern to the few of use who have to drive the length of the road – anyone living near the corner doesn’t have a problem. We are unlikely to get the required high number of backers for a road scheme.” In a 14 September letter to Mr Bayne, the shire’s sustainable infrastructure director Alex Atkins said constructing the road and installing underground drainage could permanently fix the pothole problems. Mr Atkins said photos showed damage to the road was “confined to a relatively small area of The Ridge in the vicinity of your property”. The narrowness of the road and several concrete driveways prevented crews being able to “form a high crown to assist in shedding water off the road…” Mr Atkins said The Ridge would be graded every 15 weeks if needed and extra work carried out if potholes and scouring affected more than 30 per cent of the area. “… The shire does not patch individual potholes because the rock put into them will not stay there more than a couple of days, we grade them on a programmed basis or when they deteriorate to the intervention level.” Mr Bayne told The News that while potholes sometimes made the road impassable in one section, they rarely amounted to 30 per cent of the road surface. “It doesn’t take 30 per cent to block a road or make it difficult to navigate,” he said. Mr Bayne said a councillor had declined his invitation to be photographed knee-deep in a pothole. “I know how much our rates would be reduced by if we paid them based on council performance levels.”

Country music fest PUT Sunday 8 January in the calendar for the annual Red Hill Country Music Festival. Gates open at 8am and entertainment is from 9am6pm. The 2012 line-up includes Markus Meier, Jayne Denham, Amber Joy Poulton, Gunslinger, Rough Cut, Chris Lee, Peter Baylor’s Roadhouse Romeos, and Rick Bartlett. Activities include a ute muster, hot rod show, line dancing, children’s entertainment, and youth talent search. Entry is $25 adults, $20 pensioners, children under 14 free. Details: On the internet at www.redhillcmf.org.au, email suzymm@dodo.com.au or call 0414 697 214.  The Red Hill Agricultural and Horticultural Society has snagged a $1760 grant from the state government for a cattle loading ramp and to print and design posters for 2012.

REPORTS of young people physically abusing parents have jumped more than 11 per cent in the past two years in Victoria. A Peninsula Health youth program manager says most incidents occur in the outer suburbs and regional Victoria. Peninsula Drug and Alcohol Program (PenDAP) manager Jo Howard says the increase in violence by young people aged 10 to 18 against family members “is a worrying trend”. In 2009-10, police said 2831 adolescents were reported for physically abusing family members. In 2010-11, this had risen 11.3 per cent to 3252. Intervention orders taken out by police against adolescents to protect parents and family members rose from 47 in 2009-10 to 76 last year, up 16 per cent. “Every day, we deal with the immediate and longer term impacts of violence across all age

lescents who use violence against family members, we may be able to prevent an ongoing cycle of violence in adulthood, particularly against women,” Ms Howard said. “There is a window of opportunity to work with the young person and their parents. “This doesn’t excuse them, they need to take responsibility. “At the same time we can help them develop attitudes and skills for resolving conflict in a more peaceful and respectful way.” Peninsula Health is investigating how services, including the police and courts, can more effectively support family members who experience violence and the young people who use it. The state government is considering mandatory sentencing for young people who use violence.

groups,” Ms Howard said. Adolescent violence in the home was a growing problem. Most adolescent violence is by sons against mothers. It can range from verbal intimidation and abuse to physical violence, including extensive property damage and assault. “Many parents live in fear. They are at their wits’ end and don’t know how to stop the violence. “Young people may be dealing with a range of issues including mental health issues, school drop-out and substance use. Many have experienced family violence. Some become homeless as a result of their violence.” “A mother involved in a Peninsula Health program reported her son had broken her ribs. She was black and blue for a week. Another said her son grabbed a dog leash and whacked it across her knuckles, cutting them open. “If we can intervene early and support ado-

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Barely riding pillion for good Claus YOU know it’s getting closer to Christmas when you spot a motorbike rider scooting passed with a huge stuffed bear riding pillion. The rider, Ben Loois (pictured), a retired builder and community stalwart of Tyabb, is part of the crew taking part in the Peninsula Toy Run from Frankston pier car park on Saturday 3 December. Ben was getting in early and collected the bear from Eunice Mathews of Hastings, another active community volunteer who recently completed her

15th Variety Club Bash. The toy run leaves from the pier car park at 9.30am and heads south down the Nepean Hwy to Rosebud via Mornington and Dromana. Riders assemble from 8am and there are prizes for best decorated bike and riders. Anyone can come to the pier and donate unwrapped toys and canned food. All goods go to Southern Peninsula Food For All, which brightens the Christmases of less fortunate people. Details: John Smollen, 5978 6280.

Just over a week later, at 8am on Sunday 11 December, is the equally long-running Ulysses Club Toy Run from Centro Cranbourne shopping centre in High St. Riders leave with a police escort and all Ulysses Club branch runs meet at Calder Park at 10am. Toys go to the Salvation Army for distribution to needy families. Details: Barbara Maggs, 5998 2424 or Dale Maggs, 0432 776 458.

ARTIST Linda Marion Parker, who specialises in contemporary and abstract art, has exhibited her work at Morning Sun Vineyard, 337 Main Creek Rd, Main Ridge. “Linda’s work inspired and delighted senses. Her soft abstracts were bright,” said Rebecca Lowe of Morning Sun. The gallery has another exhibition underway and also features

contemporary paintings of wine tasting and music themes. Morning Sun offers “Eat, Paint, Laugh Workshops” that allow people to explore their creative side at a guided painting workshop combined with lunch. Details: Rebecca Lowe, 5989 6571, Shelle, 0421 598 372 or online at www.morningsunvineyard.com.au/ gallery – Matt Vowell on work experience

Roll up with nominations RESIDENTS can nominate women for possible inclusion on the 2012 Victorian Honour Roll of Women. The roll recognises women who have made an impact at a local, national or international level, says Mornington MP David Morris. “Nominations can come from any sector of our community, including health, science, law, social justice, arts, media and education,” he said.

Since starting in 2001 as part of the state’s Centenary of Federation, 478 women have been included on the roll. Inductees will be announced as part of International Women’s Day next March. Nominations close 21 December. Forms and guidelines are at www. women.vic.gov.au or call the Office of Women’s Policy at the Department of Human Services, 9918 7345.

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OBITUARY

Farewell Joyce Temby Compiled by Peter McCullough with the assistance of Joyce’s family THE district lost another link with the early days of Balnarring with the death of Clarice Joyce Temby on Saturday 5 November. Joyce was born at the Mornington Bush Nursing Hospital on St Patrick’s Day (17 March) 1920. She was the third child of Bert and Polly Neville, having two older sisters (Gwen and Jean) and later followed by a brother, Ray. Joyce’s father Bert was the local blacksmith and the Neville family home and the blacksmith’s shop were side by side on Frankston-Flinders Rd in Balnarring. Except for the last 10 months of her life, when she moved into a unit in Hastings, Joyce lived in Balnarring all her life. Accordingly, Joyce was either involved in, or at least knew about, most things that happened in Balnarring. She had an amazing knowledge of the history of the whole district and an incredible memory for names and events of long ago. Even when quite young Joyce was inclined to attract attention and the family folklore tells of the time when she was four years old and the family was at Nana Hartrick’s one Sunday. During the afternoon someone noticed that Joyce was nowhere to be seen. Mum (Polly) initiated a search and as the afternoon wore on other family and friends joined the search: all to no avail. Fearing that she may have gone down to the dam, two of the men stripped off and searched: they, too, were unsuccessful. By this time anxiety levels were high and it was decided to return to the house to decide what to do next. As they congregated around the table, the table cloth moved and Joyce appeared from beneath the table; she had been asleep for two hours and couldn’t understand what all the fuss was about. Like the rest of her family, Joyce went to Balnarring State School, which in those days was on the site of

Joyce Temby: Above, Mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Right, Joyce and Charlie on their wedding day at Balnarring Methodist Church on 7 November 1941.

Waymouth’s horse property in Balnarring Rd. One of her fondest memories of those early days was catching eels in the creek using hurricane lamps for lighting. Joyce left school at 14 after completing grade 6 and went to work for a spinster named Mary Johnson. She would walk there in the afternoon with the family dog, a black kelpie named Biddy, do the household chores, stay overnight, and walk home next morning. For this she received 30 shillings ($3) a month. Later she worked for her sister Gwen and her husband Harry who had

the “Cheerio Tea Rooms” at Balnarring Beach. It was at a dance at Red Hill that Joyce met Charles Temby and on 7 November 1941 they married at Balnarring Methodist Church (now the Uniting Church). Charlie was in the middle of a fouryear stint as a driver with the RAAF. Later he had a carrying business (livestock, wool and water), then drove a school bus, and later a truck for the shire. Joyce and Charles had seven children – Lorraine, Margaret, Gweneth, Marjorie, Neville, Evelyn and Charles. A typical Sunday for the family in-

volved all the kids going off to Sunday school (or at least that’s where Joyce thought they were) while Joyce spent the morning over the old combustion stove, which also doubled as a hot water service, preparing one of her famous Sunday roasts. In the early 1960s, with all the children at school, Joyce started work at the Somers Education Camp. She was there for more than 20

Days of her life: Top left, Joyce (circled) at Balnarring State School in 1933 with Joyce circled. Bottom left, Joyce and Ray with their father Bert. Above, the Neville family, left to right, Jean, Bert, Ray, Polly, Gwen and Joyce. Below left, Joyce aged two with her pram and doll. Below right, the Neville family, left to right, Gwen, Grandma Neville, Jean, Polly, Joyce (in pram) and Bert.

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years and loved her job at the camp. Although employed on the domestic staff, there would not have been too many decisions made by camp management where Joyce didn’t have an input. For many years Joyce and Charlie helped their good friend “Bondy” run the outdoor picture theatre at Balnarring Beach, and this continued when he moved his operation to the caravan park at Lake Eppalock. Joyce worked in the ticket booth and Charlie manned the gate; no one ever got in without paying. After a few years of staying at the caravan park, Charlie and Joyce bought a 20-acre block at “The Lake” and move a house to the site. It was there that Joyce really started to enjoy her role as a grandmother; she loved having lots of grandchildren stay with her and she taught them a whole range of skills such as cooking, swimming, waterskiing, riding motor bikes and yabbying. In 1993 Charlie was admitted to the nursing home annex at Hastings Hospital and Joyce would visit Charlies most days to help care for him and sit with him. Charlie died in 1997 but this was not the only sadness that Joyce had to contend with. Two of her daughters predeceased her: Marjorie at age 36 from an asthma attack and Evelyn at 52 from cancer. Her much-loved granddaughter, Robyn, died of cancer in her early 20s. After the death of Charlie, Joyce became an enthusiastic member of the senior citizens club at Balnarring, and was also involved in the church guild and the Country Women’s Association. She never failed to enter a sponge in the annual Balnarring Flower Show. Joyce is survived by five children and their partners, 19 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren.

The village smithy THE blacksmith or “smithy” was close to the corner junction near the Balnarring General Store. It occupied the site where Balnarring Panels now stands. The blacksmith was Herbert (Bert) Neville. He was born in Tasmania and he set up as a blacksmith in Balnarring about the time of the First World War. He was also a wheelwright, building and repairing carts and carriages as well as doing farrier work. His daughter, Joyce Temby, remembers as a child she was affectionately nicknamed “Dirty Face” because she was “Dad’s shadow” and often in the smithy with him. He always had a special job for her to do. Wearing an old sugarbag pinafore made to cover her school clothes, she loved to take a turn at the forge making S-shaped hooks, which were used to suspend cooking pots over the open wood fire in the kitchen. She remembers her father shoeing horses. “The owners held the horses while Dad was shoeing them. There was a big gum tree outside the front and there was one particular horse that would be tied to the tree. He would just about turn somersaults.” The tree stump is still there. The blacksmith was often called on to act as a veterinarian for horses too. The building is remembered as a big, unpainted tin shed with an earth floor. It was a “bush crafted” building with upright supports made from thick tree stumps. When Bert wanted to start up as a smithy he had little money to spend on a building. Phil VanSuylen told him to cut the trees he needed from his paddock and Frank Stacey, who had the timber yard in Bittern, told him to take what he wanted and pay him back when he could.

Blacksmith and wheelwright: Bert Neville outside the “smithy” at Balnarring.

Brenda Stone, who took her horse there to be shod in the early 1950s, recalls that there were two or three compartments on the right-hand side, about three to four feet wide, into which a horse could be backed. These were also made from poles. The dirt of the floor in the stalls was hollowed out, worn away over the years by the horses. At the back of the shed was a big square bin about two feet high full of coke and ashes. The furnace was in the middle, the anvil close by, and towards the back was a huge set of bellows with a handle. There was an old tree stump with a hessian bag over it for a seat and Bert sat there and operated the bellows. A slack tub for cooling the hot

metal rims when they had been fitted onto the wooden wheels stood not far from the anvil. The tiring plate was at the back of the smithy. Inside the smithy there was also a vice and bench and along the left-hand wall were pigeonholes where screws, bolts, and bits and pieces of various sizes were stashed. By the 1950s there was a huge heap of scrap metal on the floor of

the forge just inside the door, the accumulation of bits and pieces left over from work done on buggies. The heap had grown high over the years. Like most smithies, the building had a “Steptoe” look about it. It had the characteristic smell of hot metal shoes being fitted onto horses’ hooves. The iron used in the blacksmith’s shop came by train. The station was nearly opposite the smithy.

Bert Neville had several apprentices over the years. Some lived with the family and, according to Joyce, “were almost like one of the family”. Nick Halley was apprenticed to Bert about the time of the First World War. He was then a lad of about 14. Later he left the district and, before the Second World War, worked throughout Victoria. Halley kept in contact with Balnarring, periodically bringing his father down on the back of his motorbike for a spot of rabbit shooting. Bert referred to Mr Halley senior as “Doctor Halley” because he always wore a stiff white collar and tie. In later years Bert’s son, Ray, worked with his father in the blacksmithing business. With the disappearance of horse transport and the introduction of mass-produced machinery, the need for the craft of the rural blacksmith dwindled away. After the smithy closed down, the building stood empty for some time until it was finally dismantled to make way for the building of the panel shop in the late 1970s.  This is an edited extract from volume 4 of Balnarring Byways and Memories, one of a series of five published by the Balnarring and District Historical Society. They are compulsory reading for anyone interested in the early history of Balnarring and its surrounds. Copies are available at Hastings Newsagency.

The age of iron and horse: Below left, Bert Neville at work. Right, Joyce and her father Bert with a worker and Polly’s little nephew Billy Hartrick. Bottom right, inside the “smithy” at Balnarring.

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Mayor calls for waste tax as volunteers clean dump sites By Mike Hast SHIRE mayor Cr Graham Pittock wants a waste tax on “everything we purchase” to pay for collection of rubbish. His call comes as hundreds of volunteers across the peninsula cleaned up dumping site “hot spots” on the weekend in Mt Eliza, Mt Martha, Tuerong, Dromana and Rosebud West. Clean Up Dumping was an initiative of the Clean Up Australia Day organisation, started by Ian Kiernan in Sydney in 1989. CUAD events are held each February or March, have collected 200,000 tonnes of rubbish, and spread around the world. The call by Cr Pittock came after Mt Eliza clean-up coordinator Ian Morrison, convenor of Mt Eliza Community Alliance, accused Mornington Peninsula Shire of “failing to understand basic economics” after it last year withdrew one of four tip tickets issued to ratepayers. “They’ve only got themselves to blame for the rubbish that is being dumped around the peninsula,” he said. He said for some people it cost too much to take rubbish to tips and waste transfer centres. “It’s no surprise that residents of poorer towns on the peninsula see no way out but to dump rubbish in the bush and beside roads.”

Trash and treasure hunt: Mornington Peninsula Shire mayor Graham Pittock, left, and Clean Up Australia Day guru Ian Kiernan, centre in brimmed hat, with Clean Up Dumping coordinators.

He said Mt Eliza had changed and there were now many fast food outlets and more people hanging around, but “the shire has not installed extra bins or toilets”. Mr Morrison said even though he was critical of the shire removing tip tickets and lack of attention to rubbish

collection, “no one else put their hand up to coordinate Clean Up Dumping day in Mt Eliza”. Cr Pittock said there had been “pain in removing the tip ticket”, but it was an attempt to change the culture of residents. “We want people to not create waste;

to minimise their waste,” he said. “We can’t keep creating all this waste.” The mayor said if people could afford to buy something “they should factor in the cost of disposing of it correctly”. Asked if the shire would continue its education campaign about rubbish dumping and waste minimisation, he said “we could pump more into education but it should be self-evident [that waste should be minimised]”. “Forty years ago people reused almost everything; now we live in a disposable society and it’s getting worse. “I’d like to see a waste tax put on everything we buy so councils can generate income to handle rubbish.” Asked why the shire did not have free of charge hard waste collection days like most municipalities in the region, he said there was at at-call hard waste collection service every two weeks. The shire’s website states hard waste is collected by booking (5950 1406), and that “fees or vouchers apply”. One resident, who did not want to be named, said it cost him one tip ticket

to dump a mattress two weeks ago. “I’m not surprised people dump household items like mattresses and old furniture in front of op shops or in the bush. If it costs you $20 or $30 to dump stuff legally, this might be a big part of the week’s food budget.” Annie Thompson of Clean Up Dumping said 95 per cent of rubbish collected on the weekend would be fully recycled and re-used thanks to Job Site Recyclers. Details: Erin Moore, project officer in the renewable resources section of the shire, 5950 1217 or 0414 487 151.

Park cameras here PARKS Victoria is holding a photo competition with prizes of a $2000 retail voucher or accommodation in wilderness retreats. Entries must be photos taken in any Parks Victoria-managed places including Port Phillip (including piers, South Channel Fort and pile light); Western Port; marine national parks and sanctuaries; and French Island National Park. Categories include scenery, people, best animal or plant, and best comment. Details are on the Parks website at www. parkweb.vic.gov.au. To enter, go to www.facebook.com/ ParksVictoria.

Fitted for Work New York link BreastScreen support PENINSULA-based Fitted for Work has become an independent affiliate of New York-based Dress for Success. Fitted for Work is a charity providing clothing and other services in Rosebud and Frankston to help women join or rejoin the workforce. Dress for Success is an established worldwide network with more than 110 affiliates in 12 countries, including Australia with services in South Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and on the peninsula. Acting president Kerry Hegarty said joining Dress for Success means the peninsula organisation can expand the range of services it provides to long-term unemployed and disadvantaged women and young women seeking assistance and confidence in

finding their first job out of school. “Since we started four years ago, we have assisted nearly 2400 women and schoolgirls in their quest for financial independence,” she said. “These numbers are a testament to the strength of our organisation and the need within the community.” Fitted for Work recently won the inaugural business award in community partnerships jointly presented by Mornington Peninsula Shire and Frankston Council. It is the fifth business award in five years for the not-for-profit organisation, which has about 100 volunteers. The affiliation will lead to a name change to Dress for Success Mornington Peninsula. Details: Kerry Hegarty, 0401 188 639 or www.dressforsuccess.org.

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Very appealing, inside and out A great place to call home OFFERING great street appeal, this character-filled four-bedroom home does not dissapoint upon entry either. Meticulously built with an eye for detail and comfort, there is ducted heating and air-conditioning plus the natural warmth of timbers that have been used extensively throughout. Gleaming polished floors feature in all living areas with timber dados in the lounge. Overlooking this area is a galley-style timber kitchen with dishwasher, wall oven and gas hotplates. A delightful dining area has a bay window looking out to the backyard, and from here you can step out to the undercover deck, perfect for all-weather entertaining, with its bistro blinds. The backyard is private and very low maintenance. A large paved area keeps mowing to a minimum with only a small amount of lawn around the clothesline. For the artist in the family, there is a large detached and sound-proofed studio.

THIS well-presented cedar wood home has been freshly painted inside and out, and is ready and waiting for new owners. Running lengthwise down a 937-square metre block, a casual view from the street will not reveal the surprising amount of space. A verandah runs along the front and side of the home with a carport on the right. There is a large lounge and dining area with pine timber dados, which continue along at the same height to form part of the kitchen counter. The kitchen has a gas stove and rangehood with ample cupboard space. There are three bedrooms with the main bedroom having a walk-in robe and access to the dual-entry bathroom. Another decked area is at the rear of the home overlooking the fully fenced backyard, which is very private and secure.

Address: 70 Graf Road, SOMERVILLE Price: $515,000 Agency: L J Hooker Real Estate, Shop 15/17 Eramosa Road West, Somerville Agent: Chris Wong, 0418 326 044

Address: 9 Loch Street, CRIB POINT Price: $380,000 Agency: Tallon First National Real Estate, 35 High Street, Hastings, 5979 3000 Agent: Nigel Evans, 0439 540 055

Shop 3/96 Baxter-Tooradin Road, Baxter

Phone: 59713999

email: gabriele@realty1.net.au BAXTER , 7 Drayton Court

All Reasonable Offers Considered SANDHURST, 1 Kingsford Smith Court

Great Potential

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This unusual brick veneer home, with solar heated swimming pool, offers huge potential. One internal wall has been removed to create a larger master bedroom, reducing the available bedrooms from 2 to 3, however a partioning wall could be installed to re-create that third bedroom if required. A cosy pot belly stove provides internal heating and the external solar panels generate passive electricity. There are two water tanks for the vegie patch and other features outside are the covered entertaining area and in-ground kidney shaped pool which is only two years old, and is a great option for summer evenings.

If you are looking for privacy and space this gorgeous home in the popular gated precinct of Sandhurst has it all. This address is all about lifestlye with access to parks, golf course, stunning club house, restaraunts, tennis and gym. On a large 773sqm block, this exceptional home is a spacious single storey residence measuring 36sq. There are three bedrooms plus study, master bedroom with WIR & FES with spa. A large modern kitchen overlooks a EHDXWLIXO RSHQ SODQ IDPLO\ DUHD ZLWK SROLVKHG ÀRRUERDUGV DQG DFFHVV RXW WR WKH DOIUHVFR GLQLQJ DUHD

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Inspect: By Appointment Contact: Gabriele Frenkel 0413 773 075

SOMERVILLE, 78 Guelph Street

Country Charm - Small Acreage

Offers Over $750,000 PATTERSON LAKES, 7 Curlew Point Drive

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This home is spacious and comfortable with a lovely country feel and is set on 1.16Ha with the large rural homestead having some recent renovations. Featuring two generous living areas and three bedrooms plus a separate study which could be a fourth bedroom if required. Rustic touches include high cathedral ceilings and a lovely Coonara wood heater. Both bathrooms have been updated. Enjoy the outdoors with lots of lovely shady trees and established gardens and entertainment area. Outbuildings include a double garage and a few sheds. Inspect: By Appointment Contact: Gabriele Frenkel 0413 773 075

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Old world charm calling you home WITH superior sea views, this grand property, visible from Western Port Bay, enjoys a serene and private setting on almost 4 hectares (10 acres) of land that gently slopes towards the coast. Not only impressive in size, but also the quality is quite spectacular with the “olde worlde” charm factor cranked up to 10. Measuring 335 square metres (approx) in size, this sensational home has a tiled formal entrance with French doors featuring exquisite leadlights. Polished floorboards and exposed beams feature throughout and in the formal lounge room there are brick feature walls and a magnificent open fireplace. An informal, open-plan living area has high vaulted ceilings that provide an overwhelming sense of space. The timber kitchen has a walk-in pantry and modern appliances, and the dining area has a bay window that allow views across the property and to the bay. An interesting feature of this room is a large supporting beam that dates back to the year 1240 AD. Also downstairs is a large study. There are four bedrooms, all upstairs. The stunning master bedroom with decorative cornices has its own wing comprising of parents’ retreat, walk-in robe and sitting area opening on to a Shakespeare-inspired balcony where panoramic views can be enjoyed. Price: $1.25 – $1.35 million Address: 5 Seaglades Lane, BITTERN Agency: Century 21 Homeport 2100 Frankston-Flinders Road, Hastings, 5979 3555 Agent: Wilma Green, 0407 833 996

8 Palagia Court Somerville

127 Bungower Road Somerville

Quality Filled Family Home

Resort Style Living on 4 Acres

Surrounded by other lovely homes this very impressive, well laid out family home comprises of 4 large bedrooms including the huge master suite with WIR & FES, kitchen with quality appliances, open plan to the meals, large family room and separate formal lounge with gas fire place. Additional features include s/system heating & cooling, GDH throughout and plenty of storage space. Outside is a double garage and an entertaining area surrounded by beautiful manicured gardens. Inspection is a must!

Immerse yourself in a life of luxury with this quality home that offers loads of character, gorgeous gardens and mature trees. Comprising of 4 bedrooms including master with WIR & FES, open plan timber kitchen and family room, formal dining area and separate lounge with fire place and cathedral ceilings. Outside, there is a built in BBQ, outdoor wood oven and resort style entertaining areas overlooking the pool & spa. Added extras are the 4 car carport, huge A frame shed, workshop and plenty of scope for horse paddocks.

Price Inspect Agent

Price: Inspect Agent

$595,000 Saturday 2.00-2.30pm Shelly Brown 0431 188 166 or Ty Luff 0408 368 892

Offers Over $910,00 Inspect Saturday 12-12.30pm Shelly Brown 0431 188 166 or Jeff Kremer 0408 349 606

2&5 / 6 Grant Road Somerville

4 Stefan Court Somerville

Choice Is Yours - Stunning Townhouses

Prestige Court Location

This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 storey architectural design gives the contemporary feel from the moment you see it. Features will include a large kitchen with stone island bench tops and Blanco appliances including DW, stunning hardwood flooring, Hebel paneled walls, double insulated roof and ceilings, Nobo heaters in all major rooms, air conditioning, separate laundry, decking and landscaping. Don’t be late to come and witness true style right next to the hub of Somerville.

This sparkling home is perfect for the growing family with 4 bedrooms + study (or 5th bedroom), formal lounge & dining, meals area & family room. Master bedroom has direct access to outdoor spa & decked entertaining area.The 960m2 (approx.) block has landscaped garden & water feature & freestanding 4 car garage.

Price Inspect Agent

Price Inspect Agent

$375,000 plus buyers Anytime By Appointment Ty Luff 0408 368 892

5977 8877

$599,950 Anytime By Appointment Ty Luff 0408 368 892

3/1065 Frankston Flinders Road Somerville, Vic 3912

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A beauty in full bloom Light your way home TAKE some time to discover this splendid property that is as individual as you are. The home is framed by well-landscaped gardens front and back with the block measuring 900 square metres. The period features of the home include colonial vaulted ceilings, timber dados and brick feature walls, with the formal entry, bathrooms and kitchen all beautifully tiled. The ensuite bathroom, complete with a huge spa bath, is a real stand-out. The modern kitchen has a big wrap-around bench, incorporating plenty of cupboards, gas hotplates and rangehood, and from an adjoining dining area you can step up to the partly covered timber deck that overlooks the back yard. The main bedroom also has a parents’ retreat with pitched ceilings. There are two other bedrooms, both uniquely decorated, plus a study and two living areas, so there is plenty of space for large families.

FAMILY orientated, this smartly designed home has everything you need with no space wasted. The living areas are very bright with white floor tiles leading to the open-plan family area with the kitchen well positioned, overlooking the dining area and out to the back yard, so playtime for young children can be supervised. There is lots of bench space, laminate cupboards and stainless steel dishwasher and a wall oven, making the kitchen the real heart of the home. There are three bedrooms, all with built-in robes, and the main bedroom has an ensuite. A separate study could be a fourth bedroom if required. In keeping with the home, the back yard makes the most of its 820 square metres. Fully landscaped, there are neat gravel paths that lead to a huge steel workshed at the rear of the block and other interesting water features and play areas. A large lawn area is still available to kick the footy or score a backyard ton, and a large paved area extends from the rear of the drive-through double garage for extra parking.

Address: 12 Swampgum Place, SOMERVILLE Price: $569,000 Agency: Ben Tallon Real Estate, 1/34 High Street, Hastings, 5979 8003 Agent: Ben Tallon, 0419 339 489

Address: 26 Lantons Way, HASTINGS Price: $380,000 – $410,000 Agency: Baywest Real Estate, 87 High Street, Hastings, 5979 4412 Agent: Sean Crimmins, 0411 734 814

A joy to be led down this garden path

Rural resort living

ONE of the most picturesque gardens in Somerville is part and parcel of this charming, solid-brick home. Situated on a relatively small 600 square metre block, you will be amazed at how the property has been landscaped to include so many external features. From the rear verandah you overlook a decked area shaded by large trees with pebble and paved pathways leading up the sides of the home. The home has three bedrooms, all with built-in robes, and the main bedroom has an ensuite. An open-plan area, with split-system heating and cooling, includes the kitchen, dining and lounge, which has access to the verandah. The slightly elevated block has a curved, paved driveway that leads to a single carport, but there is room for a trailer or caravan.

WHEN a property combines the serenity and privacy of a rural location with all the conveniences of modern living, you have found something truly special. Situated on 3.23 hectares (8 acres) and with a sunny north aspect, this wonderful small acreage property lends itself to a variety of agricultural or livestock pursuits. The land is divided into four paddocks, all fully fenced and sown to pasture with bore water available. Outbuildings include a six-bay machinery shed, two-vehicle carport, workshop, several loose boxes and sand arena. The grand homestead has four bedrooms all with built-in robes, and the master bedroom has an ensuite. A lovely downstairs area includes the kitchen with big island breakfast bar and cosy lounge with wood heater. A second living area is upstairs, as is a third bathroom. Start or end your days with a few laps in the salt chlorinated, solarheated pool or sit back and relax in the outdoor spa.

Address: 18 Clairmont Close, SOMERVILLE Price: $369,950 Agency: Craig Mann First National, 4/1085 Frankston-Flinders Road, Somerville, 5978 0955 Agent: Craig Mann, 0412 559 816

Address: 230 Myers Road, BALNARRING Price: $1.1 – $1.2 million Agency: L Cooper Real Estate, 3/1067 Frankston-Flinders Road, Somerville, 5977 7766 Agent: Hugh Gamble, 0401 319 811

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Local Agents with Local Knowledge For Over 50 Years HASTINGS

BITTERN

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Asking $559,000

Asking $480,000

Neg Over $539,000

Under Offer Neg. over $480,000

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FFER O R E UND 1 DAY IN 4/2 Skinner St. Inspect Thurs 12.30 - 1pm, Sat 12.30 - 1.00pm

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THE VIEWS ARE A PRICELESS BONUS

EXPANSIVE WATER FRONTAGE TOWNHOUSE

LARGE ALLOTMENT LARGE SHEDDING

OPEN HOME CANCELLED “UNDER OFFER”

You enter this 4 BR property through a pleasant well maintained front garden. Access is also via Salmon St & through the private common area grounds.The property has a r/c gate & single garage. A colour video pedestrian gate door phone with remote opening & a security alarm system is provided for peace of mind.

Don McKenzie 0419 955 177 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

Expansive water frontage views of Westernport bay and Hastings Marina. Executive lifestyle property with all the trimmings. Double remote gated entrance, security camera/monitor screen, reverse cycle heating & cooling, ducted vacuum, 2 toilets and spa bath. Also a communal tennis court.

Lisa Roberts 0488 910 368 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

Ideal for a young family/tradesman this property boasts a classic cedar home nestled in a no thru road on approx 3000sqms of land. Spacious family room with gas d/heating, natural gas coonara, split system heating & cooling, 2BRs with BIRs, neat & tidy kitchen with gas cooking & polished timber boards.

Lisa Roberts 0488 910 368 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

In a location ever so popular with young families and retires is this family entertainer that is 18months young on a massive 1156 sqm block (approx). Wilsons Avenue Bittern would have to be one of the nicest streets in Bittern tucked away but right next to the local and popular Bittern primary school.

Lisa Roberts 0488 910 368 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

CRIB POINT

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Asking $499,000

Asking $280,000+

Asking $615,000-$635,000

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OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS!! 10 UNIT SITE

Natural bushland is the setting of this wonderful property. You will be pleasantly surprised to Ànd this home was built to accommodate 2 families with separate living quarters for a dependant person/parents.

Lisa Roberts 0488 910 368 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

This neat & tidy 3BR BV home is tucked away in the heart of Crib Point. Offers slate/carpet throughout, gas appliances, BIRs in all bedrooms, kitchen with meals area, bathroom, laundry & separate toilet. Needing some TLC, would certainly suit an investor or Àrst home buyer.

Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

In a location synonymous with pristine beaches, International Golf Courses and award winning wineries, properties of this quality in this location are few and far between. Buy off the plan for signiÀcant stamp duty savings.

Centrally located development has current planning approval, eliminating all risk, & saving time. It offers a variety of clever designs with space efÀcient Áoor plans; 4x3BR, FES, 2 car; 4x3BR, 2 car; 2x2BR, 1 car.The existing 5BR brick home provides an excellent $23,400pa. A holding income prior to building commencement.

Lisa Roberts 0488 910 368 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

Lisa Roberts 0488 910 368 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

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THIS PROPERTY IS A RARE RURAL FIND

LOCATION SURE TO IMPRESS

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COTTAGE STYLE GARDEN WITH SOLID HOME

COSY HOME, QUIET LOCATION

Comfortable 3 bedroom home features main with ensuite and WIR, remaining 2 bedrooms have BIRs, hostess kitchen including dishwasher, meals area incorporates 2 living areas opening onto an undercover alfresco dining area. positioned on approx 1.5 acres.

This is the perfect family or investment home in the heart of Crib Point. Features 4 bedrooms, main with ensuite, all bedrooms with BIR’s. Two reverse cycle heating & cooling units plus bonus ducted heating throughout. Two large open plan living areas and modern hostess kitchen with dishwasher.

HASTINGS

HASTINGS

HASTINGS

HASTINGS

Asking $278,000

$750,000 - $790,000

Neg over $315,000

Asking $274,000

This 4 BR home is situated in a quiet location in Crib Point. Featuring ensuite to main with WIR, BIRs to remaining bedrooms, bathroom incl spa & 3 toilets are available, d/heating & cooling, rumpus room, large open plan kitchen/meals area overlooks undercover decking area.

Don McKenzie 0419 955 177 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

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Located in one of Bitterns most sought-after streets is this delightful 3 bedroom home set amongst a 653sqm secluded and private setting with English style gardens that will capture your heart. The Home offers 3 bedrooms all with built in robes.

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CALLING ALL INVESTORS

AUTUMN SUN LODGE - IN A CLASS OF ITS OWN

POTENTIAL SEAVIEWS

POSITION PERFECT

Unlimited potential to further renovate and extend. Compromising of 3 bedrooms all with BIRs, larger than normal dining kitchen and gas coonara. Outdoors is a 2 car carport, large double garage with power, 2 large water tanks and a decked entertainment area.

A lifestyle offering to eclipse all others, this magniÀcent 1.3 acre estate, approx, combines lifestyle with luxury, family life with entertaining, and comprehensive facilities for horse enthusiasts or hobby farmers. A builders own home, dam with jetty and extensive shedding, backing onto the green wedge.

Affordable 3 bedroom home on an approx 657sqm block. Has potential to have sea views from a 2nd storey. Renovated tastefully. Built in robes to 2 bedrooms, neat bathroom, newly installed evaporative cooling, gas ducted heating, new kitchen and appliances.

HASTINGS

HASTINGS

HASTINGS

HASTINGS

Asking $339,000

Asking $345,000

Asking $280,000

Asking $365,000

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WATER SIDE OF TOWN

QUIET & SECURE

BANG FOR YOUR BUCK!

1ST HOME/INVESTMENT/DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY

Lisa Roberts 0488 910 368 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

Lisa Roberts 0488 910 368 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

Don McKenzie 0419 955 177 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

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Lisa Roberts 0488 910 368 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

A short stroll to everything Hastings has to offer.This unit features 3BR, a galley kitchen, d/heating plus r/c s/s to keep you comfortable. Open plan lounge & meals area opens onto paved landscaped garden/entertainment area. Perfect for a Àrst home buyer, retiree or investor.

This attractive brick home comprises 3 bedrooms built in robes to 2 beds, gas heating, spacious kitchen with electric cooking and an adjoining dining area. An affordable price tag and a generous sized allotment. Immaculate inside and out and only a stones throw from main street Hastings, public transport and medical needs.

Lisa Roberts 0488 910 368 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

Superbly positioned 3brm, 2yr old unit. Features include ensuite & WIR to main brm, BIRs to the other 2BRs, fantastic light Àlled open plan living, stylish new kitchen with quality appliances, ducted heating & cooling. Outside features a courtyard, tank water and double garage.

Don McKenzie 0419 955 177 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

Don’t look back in 5 years time with regret at not entering the property market at an affordable time. This 3 bedroom home will help you begin the dream of being a home owner before its to late. This property is on a good sized allotment and in great condition.

Lisa Roberts 0488 910 368 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

3BR home located in a sought after area of Hastings, short stroll to foreshore, boardwalk, marina & shopping centre. Comprising sep lounge, meals & kitchen, BIR to all bedrooms, carpet & tiles throughout, gas heating. Double steel garage with power, separate shed and concrete drive.

Lisa Roberts 0488 910 368 - Hastings OfÀce 5979 1888

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

03 5979 1888 03 5983 5509 03 5989 0744

Hastings

87 High Street, Hastings Victoria 3915 Ph: 03 5979 4412 Fax: 03 5979 3097 Email: enquiries@baywestrealestate.com.au Web: www.baywestrealestate.com.au

Hastings

$300,000 - $330,000

Bittern

$980,000 - $1,080,000

David Nelli Sales Manager 0403 111 234

Hastings

Sean Crimmins Sales Consultant 0411 734 814

$290,000 - $320,000

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$340,000 - $370,000

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$275,000

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“Ermes Villas”

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Colonial Beauty - 1.4 Acres

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

$879,000

www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

Hastings Exclusive Old Tyabb

$295,000 - $310,000 Hastings Family Favourite

$387,000

Positioned perfectly in a prime location you will find a great little package bursting with appeal. Take advantage of this neat & tidy home ideal for the first home buyer, investor, downsizer, small family or retiring couple.This home contains 3 bedrooms all with ceiling fans, a newly renovated bathroom, high ceilings, timber floorboards, separate dining, gas ducted heating and a split system. Outside offers a double carport with lock up shed, a covered entertainment area and a new fence for greater privacy. In close proximity to local schools, main shopping strip and RSL what more could you ask for at such a great price. Harcourts Hastings ADDRESS: 50 Lyall Street INSPECT: Saturday 11:30am - 12:00pm

Desirably located in a quiet court setting is this four-bedroom family home within walking distance to Hastings West Park Primary School. A flexible floorplan features multiple living zones that work well together to the front and rear of the home whilst an open central kitchen flows to the large dining area. The ensuited master bedroom is fitted with walk-in robe facilities and the remaining bedrooms have built-in robes. A main bathroom serves the family well as does the heated undercover alfresco area extending the total living space to the outdoors. Double remote garaging with rear access is of handy benefit in addition to the enclosed dog yard. Harcourts Hastings ADDRESS: 19 Beilby Court INSPECT: Saturday 12:30 - 1:00pm

Lisa Drake 0449 269 390 Tim Hughes 0410 470 515

Malcolm Parkinson 0421 704 246 Lauren Wild 0413 487 179

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Only 3 years young this stunning four bedroom plus study Porter Davis home includes a large 29 squares of living and a fantastic floor plan. The kitchen looks out onto the large alfresco area with café blinds and coonara perfect for entertaining all year round and is complete with bi-fold doors to create a great indoor/outdoor living space. A seperate theatre room is located to the rear of the home and ideal for any movie buff. Master is complete with his and hers walk in robes, ensuite and huge spa bath, further three bedrooms all with built in robes and family bathroom with separate toilet. Harcourts Hastings ADDRESS: 4 Orchard Grove INSPECT: Saturday 11.30am - 12.00pm

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Tyabb Elegance, Style and Luxury!

Negotiable over $430,000

Set Date Sale - Offers closing Monday November 28th 2011 at 5:00pm. Expect to be impressed! This beautifully built unique masterpiece will not disappoint and no expense has been spared. Presented to perfection and loaded with a host of modern features that you won’t find in the ordinary house. A spectacular open floor plan with approximately 20 squares of living space, 2.7m high ceilings, highly glazed porcelain tiles, spacious fully appointed kitchen with European appliances and all set on low maintenance gardens. Beautiful wrought iron decorative staircase leads upstairs to two further bedrooms with double robes. Master with parents retreat and the other bedroom has the option to be used as another living room. Zoned hydronic heating, ducted vacuum and split systems will ensure you’re comfortable. Oversize remote controlled garage with internal access and a separate office should you wish to work from home and plenty of storage space throughout the home. Expect to be impressed!

ADDRESS: 47 Central Avenue INSPECT: By appointment

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Shop 10, 14 High St

5970 7333

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Hastings 2023m2 Industrial Allotment! High Profile Position

Auction: Saturday 10th December at 12.00pm

Vacant 2023m2 (approx) Industrial Zoned land will suit a multitude of uses. Zoned Industrial 3 and superbly located just minutes away from the Hastings High Street. This is your chance to make your mark and secure your future today !

ADDRESS: 210 Marine Parade INSPECT: By appointment

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This property is just the place for enjoying a coastal lifestyle - close to Balnarring Beach and in walking distance of Balnarring village shops! The shady L-shaped front verandah and the neat well-cared-for weatherboard façade say this home is “country-style”, yet - without losing the relaxing, airy, easy ambience - a modern renovation has added the comforts and the style to suit city dwellers. Polished timber flooring (painted white in some rooms) adds appeal, and also low- maintenance liveability. A large open-plan living room (with ceiling fan and a Jetmaster fire) incorporates a sleek “chef’s delight” kitchen with stainless steel rangehood, appliances and splashbacks, as well as an island bench and breakfast bar topped with beautiful timber recycled from a bowling alley. French doors open to a paved courtyard and to the rear garden. This home (with gas ducted heating) has 3 bedrooms (all with built-in wardrobes) plus a study, and also a separate studio/4th bedroom at the rear of the property. The plus-size master bedroom also has ceiling fan and an ensuite. The main bathroom is floor-to-ceiling tiled and features a freestanding bath and a frameless glass shower screen. On land approx 981sqm, the property includes off-street parking, and a massive shed for vehicle accommodation.

Five and a half years young and situated in the highly sought after 5 star solar Estate, with this beautiful Sandstone Look is this 4 bedroom home, a fantastic place for family living! With a very deceptive well designed floor plan, to the front of the house a seperate lounge/dining room, open central planned meals/family room to the rear, kitchen has island bench with quality appliances & dishwasher, ducted heating and wood fire heater in main lounge also included. Other features include, a gas boosted solar hot water system, tank water, ensuite, double remote controlled garage and large backyard make this an extremely appealing property.

ADDRESS: 2980 Frankston Flinders Road INSPECT: Saturday 12:30 - 1:00pm

ADDRESS: 16 Kuan Yin Place INSPECT: Saturday 1:30pm - 2:00pm

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Bittern Outstanding in Kinfauns!

Auction: Saturday 3rd December at 11.00am $730,000 - $800,000

Opportunities such as this do not often become available in this tightly held pocket of Kinfauns. This sprawling 3 bedroom plus study home with large separate living zones offers space, comfort a touch of colonial elegance combined with huge pitched roof pergola and paved entertaining area to enjoy your very own picturesque surrounds beside groomed gardens. Boasting a large walk-in robe and twin vanity en-suite including sauna, the master bedroom also features access to the patio, while the remaining spacious bedrooms have built in robes. The timber kitchen is superb with granite bench tops, stainless steel European appliances and large island bench. When inspecting you will truly appreciate the quality finish and build job of the home including high ceilings with decorative cornice, ceiling roses, plantation shutters everywhere and feature open fire place with decorative surround. Other features include zoned slab heating, split system heating & cooling, remote controlled double lock up garage with internal access fitted out as a gymnasium/Library & secondary double garage with three phase power and double doors and an alarm system. There is nothing to do to this immaculately presented and well maintained lifestyle property, close to schools, shops and public transport. Just move in and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in your very own comfortable surroundings. Situated in a quiet cul de sac this property truly is the quintessential Kinfauns Estate lifestyle property.

ADDRESS: 11 Bayview Country Lane INSPECT: Saturday 11.30am - 12.00pm

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Tyabb Negotiable over $300,000 This Polished Family Home Is Set To Sell Fast!!! This sparkling home provides the astute buyer a rare combination of location, value & quality all within close proximity to schools, shops & public amenities. This well maintained 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom home, features polished timber floors as well as built-in robes to 3 of the other bedrooms, with split system A/C, and gas ducted heating. The home has a light and bright separate living/ dining room, with a large open kitchen and meals area. Features include a double lock up garage, covered outdoor entertaining area, and is also fully fenced for security and children and pets alike. Simply move in, put your feet up and relax! Harcourts Hastings ADDRESS: 18 Bettina Street, INSPECT: Saturday 3:30pm - 4.00pm

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Crib Point Amazing Value! Hastings Neat and complete

$260,000

Whether you are thinking about investing, resting or nesting this home is ideal for you!! This neat little package includes 3 bedrooms, a family bathroom, timber floor boards, kitchen/meals area and a great family living area. Outside comprises a large spacious backyard fenced off allowing peace and quiet, a garden shed and rear yard access perfect for the boat or caravan. The property is perfectly positioned in close proximity to all amenities such as, the local shops, primary school and public transport. ADDRESS: 10 Otway Court INSPECT: Saturday 1.30pm - 2.00pm Lisa Drake 0449 269 390 Malcolm Parkinson 0421 704 246

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Hidden behind a high fence is this very private three bedroom home with picturesque surrounds of established trees all set on large 686m2 (approx) and featuring new carpet, an updated central family bathroom with bath and separate toilet, gas heating and high vaulted ceilings creating that feeling of space. Located on a corner block with side access perfect for a boat, caravan or trailer with a large carport and lock up garage. The boating enthusiasts will also appreciate the close proximity to the Stony Point launching ramp whilst the local primary school, public transport, nature parks and shops offers every amenity at your doorstep. Offering exceptional value for money this property won’t last!

ADDRESS: 84 Lorimer Street INSPECT: Saturday 11.30am - 12.00pm

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Balnarring “Kylinda” - It’s all about the Lifestyle!

Price by Negotiation

Imagine your own bolthole, your escape, your haven! Picture 10 beautiful acres of land. Think of the sweeping views - the reality is better than anything you can imagine...Bass Strait, Seal Rocks, Phillip Island, The Nobbies, Cowes, and the Anderson Hills at Bass... Consider a home that is almost 100-years-old yet is comfortable and relaxing for today’s family. Picturesque, peaceful, perfect “Kylinda” is where it is happening. Glory in living the good life - country-style - but only minutes away from Balnarring village (shopping centre, primary school, community wetlands) and Westernport beaches. A circular driveway leads to a weatherboard 4-bedroom home with a wraparound verandah that gives a real homestead feel. Twelve-foot ceilings, polished floorboards, pressed metal wall panelling, strapped ceilings are part of the bygone era but the reverse-cycle air conditioning and the updated bathroom are definitely for today’s family. The living room has a Coonara (just think of the snug cosiness on cold winter days!) There is gas cooking in the country-style eat-in kitchen. Years ago this was a chook farm but today it’s divided into 6-7 paddocks with a dam, plenty of shedding, multiple workshops, race, shearing shed, 2 stock ramps (sheep and cattle) and a sheep yard. There is tank water. Whether you want a country property for permanent residence or you plan to use it as the occasional escape from the big city, know that life is good at “Kylinda”.

ADDRESS: 5 Stanleys Road INSPECT: Saturday 1.30pm - 2.00pm

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Neg over $435,000

Auction Date:Saturday 10 Dec 11:00 AM (On site)Open Home Dates:Saturday 19 Nov 12:30 PM - 1:00 PMSaturday 26 Nov 12:30 PM - 1:00 PMSaturday 3 Dec 12:30 PM - 1:00 PMLocated in the much acclaimed Frankston High School zone is this wonderful family home that gives you the opportunity to become a part of this Frankston South community. Situated on a large block of approx 928m2 this three bedroom home offers more than meets the eye with a huge undercover merbau deck which is just perfect for year-round entertaining! Open fire place in the lounge, updated kitchen with bi-fold doors to the outside deck and a separate bungalow perfect for a home office or guest accommodation. Within walking distance to local beaches, public transport, plenty of recreational facilities, Sweetwater Creek Reserve and the Norman Avenue shopping strip the position is second to none. The vendor will sell prior to Auction. Offers expected $490,000+.

A family-ready property! Well maintained, well presented, well designed, fresh, bright and open, this home brings an easy lifestyle, room for a family to spread out, and a comfortable relaxing ambience. A family-size home! Not only are there formal and informal living rooms, there is also 4-bedroom accommodation - 3 with built-in wardrobes. The master bedroom has a walk-through wardrobe and an ensuite, and there’s a central family bathroom with separate toilet. The formal lounge room is generously proportioned, as is the family room. The large kitchen is open plan with the dining area. A family-friendly environment! Living and entertaining is easy here. There’s ample outdoor play space for children, and there’s a huge alfresco entertaining area (approx 84sq m!) stretching across the side of the house. This splendid area is covered for all-weather outdoor living, and heated with a Coonara slow combustion fire. A family-preferred location! In a quiet cul-de-sac, this property is near Primary Schools as well as local reserves, shops, kindergarten, playground and community centre. Of course, all the other amenities of Hastings are within easy reach also.

ADDRESS: 16 McComb Boulevard INSPECT: Saturday 12.30pm - 1.00pm

ADDRESS: 29 Elisa Place INSPECT: Saturday 11:30am - 12:00pm

Jason Dowler 0403 598 754 Lauren Dunsford 0422 385 869

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CENTURY 21 Home Port 2100 Frankston-Flinders Road, Hastings Telephone: 5979 3555 century21hastings.com.au

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REALISATION AUCTION - SEASIDE LOCALE

REALISATION AUCTION - CLOSE TO GOLF COURSE

300 METRES TO THE FORESHORE. Dress circle location, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to buy an affordable & comfortable home at the market price. Vendor’s instructions are clear they want this property sold. Boasting original features throughout, combined with a classy renovation. Featuring new carpet, fresh paint, updated bathroom, renovated kitchen with new cooking appliances, new roof and the house has been re-stumped & re-wired. Classic features of the property include original OFP & ornate ceiling roses. Will suit investors, first home buyers, retiree’s, singles, families - the options are fantastic & the location even better!!

Lovingly maintained 4 bedroom family residence needing some re-decoration. All the extras including crackling open fire to lounge, ducted gas heating, full ensuite and WIR to master, BIR’s in all other bedrooms, air con to living area, formal meals area with sliding glass door to partly paved back yard, updated kitchen with near new wall oven, hot plates plus pantry and built-in bar. Corner block with north facing full length verandah, brick double drive through garage off side street, refurbished tile roof and large shed. A quality home in a quiet court. MUST BE SOLD ON THE DAY

NEW LISTING

Auction Saturday December 10 at 12.30pm on site, MUST BE SOLD ON THE DAY Terms Inspect

10% deposit on signing Balance 30/60 days Saturday 1.00-1.30pm

Contact Kerry-Lee Marshall 0408 363 686

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STLISH ABODE IN AWARD WINNING LOCATION

FOR THE BUDGET BUYER If you are looking for a three bedroom home located opposite a park and reserve this property is worth an inspection. Set on a slightly elevated block of 643 square metres, this home has sandstone brick front and back with side verandahs making for a pleasant street appeal. Internally the home has everything a first home buyer, retireee or astute investor would require.

Inspect Saturday 2.00-2.30 pm Price $419,950 Contact Kerry-Lee Marshall 0408 363 686

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19 Pettit Street TAKE A LOOK AT ME Lovely, well presented and affordable home located in a tranquil street just around the corner from the reserve and footy ground. Offering 3 bedrooms, informal living and large deck accessed from the meals area. A private backyard has mature trees and established gardens all set on a low maintenance block. Anyone buying on a budget should be pleased with this one.

All the hard work has been done to this three bedroom BV home. With new kitchen, bathroom, floating floor boards and floor tiles, window furnishings, feature open fire place with rendered surrounds and stone mantle piece, freshly painted - the list goes on. Two separate living areas and family/meals area and secure backyard with ample shedding. Ideal investment property or one for first home buyers. Inspection a must.

Inspect

Inspect Saturday 1.45-2.15pm Price $298,500 Contact Wilma Green 0407 833 996

Inspect Saturday 2.30-3.00 pm Price $300,000 - $330,000 Contact Wilma Green 0407 833 996

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Near new and situated in an exclusive cul-de-sac of a prestigious estate, this exciting home was built by award winning builders Henley Homes. This is a four bedroom home, master with FES & WIR, there are two luxurious bathrooms and three separate living areas. The 633sqm block has paved backyard and trendy al-fresco under roof line. The home is bright & sunny with open plan areas including galley style kitchen with quality appliances including dishwasher.

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Set on a large block at the end of a court, this 3BR family home - main bedroom with full ensuite & WIR, the other two have BIR, comprises 2 living areas plus an outside paved pergola from the family/living area, modern kitchen with 900mm s/s gas cooktop, u/b oven, d/w, pantry, breakfast bar, duct heating & split V\VWHP DLU FRQ QHZ FDUSHWV WKURXJKRXW :DON RXWVLGH WR ÀQG a fernery to one side, a large workshop with concrete & power, plenty of fruit trees, a garden shed & water tanks.

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Build Your Dream

A bygone era set on a 1/4 acre (the original ice cream shop), a well maintained home in neutral tones. The main bedroom has a WIR & full ensuite, second bedroom is close to the second bathroom and laundry. Outside is a covered pergola, another covered area & large retreat or 3rd bedroom. At the rear a single carport with roller door, brick paved pathways, cottage gardens, garden shed & double gates with side entry complete this cosy cottage.

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$339,000

CRIB POINT

$399,000

With federation facade, these quality 3 & 2 bedroom units Land for sale in the leafy suburb of Old Tyabb. Rear block have a touch of class. Featuring stone bench tops, quality of 512m2 with all services. appliances, dual access bathroom & internal door entry JDUDJH :DON RXWVLGH WR ÀQG D UHPRWH JDUDJH ODQGVFDSHG gardens and speckled concrete patio. With the units being close to completion, be quick as these won’t last. First home buyers receive your $20,000 bonus or investors save on stamp duty. $279,950

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Relax on the verandah’s of this well presented 3 bedroom home, which comprises a large lounge/dining area, modern kitchen with gas stove, pantry and ample bench space and the main bedroom comes with a walk in robe and dual access bathroom. The home has ducted heating and air conditioning in the lounge for all year comfort. Outside features a single carport & rear decked entertaining area, which is set on a large, fully fenced block.

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Shady Summer Days

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Set on a large block this entertainer’s home is ideal for the family. Comprising 3 bedrooms - main with walk in robe & full ensuite, the other 2 with built in robes, 2 living areas, ducted heating & air conditioning to cater for every season and a modern kitchen with stainless steel DSSOLDQFHV GLVKZDVKHU :DON RXWVLGH WR ÀQG D GRXEOH garage (under roof line), landscaped gardens and an extensive covered entertaining area with barbeque.

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Dual Occupancy Spectacular in Kinfauns (Approx 1.58 Acres)

Start Something Good

2.25 Acres 50 sqs “Peace & Privacy�

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’ve been looking for that ideal property to start your portfolio, then set your sights on this one. Located in a quiet area of this growing suburb this property is worth inspecting. Comprising large main bedroom complete with walk in robe, dual access bathroom, a decent size lounge/dining area with the comfort of reverse cycle air conditioning, a well presented kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances and ample cupboard space.

For Sale:

For Sale:

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$235,000

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This freshly painted beautiful brick veneer home is set in a nice quiet court and is ready for a family. Starting with a good size kitchen/dining area with brand new stainless steel appliances & ample cupboard space, you then walk through to the large dual access lounge room with a wonderful feature wall complete with a fan assisted coonara & wood box. The rest of the property incorporates a master bedroom with full ensuite & walk in robes.

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$280,000

You could be anywhere as you gaze out at private native surrounds from this elegant 2 storey homestead. A sweeping asphalt drive past gum studded lawns, your family will breathe easy as there’s loads of room inside & out.A grand entry faces the feature 2-way staircase with formal & informal living. 9’ ornate ceilings, vast formal lounge & guest suite with full ensuite. /DUJH IDPLO\ PHDOV DUHD ZLWK VWXQQLQJ SROLVKHG à RRUERDUGV DGM to the modern kitchen. Bi-fold windows, alfresco area. Upstairs a huge main bedroom,WIR & large ens (spa), separate billiard room & gallery area surrounding the stair-well. $850,000

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$1,850,000

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THIS SATURDAY, 26th NOVEMBER BETWEEN 12.30pm &1.00pm

FRANKSTON 37 Leonard Street

SOMERVILLE 5 Domino Court

Weatherboard cottage - walk to shops

The best outdoor entertaining area Don’t pay rent when you can own this delightful home that has had most of the hard work already done. A new kitchen has s/ steel appliances including dishwasher, new carpet and ceramic tiles, lounge with feature wall, new timber blinds & GWF and a walk through bathroom to main bedroom. Entertain this summer under the large covered pergola complete with built-in bar, bistro blinds and 5 seater Spa. If you like the sound of it, others will too - so be quick!

Colourbond roof, polished floors, as new kitchen with s/steel appliances, renovated bathroom, 2 spacious bedrooms, big lounge, high ceilings, beautiful front yard, totally private rear yard with extensive paving and garden shed. Has a carport and ample room for caravan or boat. If you want value in a great location, you must see this. Currently let at $1149pcm. Act now! View By Appointment For Sale $309,950 Contact Milton Brown 0418 326 044

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Style & seclusion on approx. 1100sqm

If you love to entertain - superb pool

Rumpus room, family area plus lounge, fabulous kitchen with as new s/ steel appliances including d/w, wall oven and hot plates. Timber lined ceilings, s/system air conditioning plus newly installed ducted heating and just a fabulous built in bar area. Covered rear patio and gas BBQ connected to the mains with big back yard that entertainers and big families will love. Value and location all just a short stroll to the shops. BE QUICK!

With attention to classic period detail, old world charm and picturesque gardens you have just scratched the surface of this magnificent three bedroom residence that is immaculately presented and designed to please the most discerning buyer. Enjoy cosy nights by the open fire or entertain under the pergola by the spa. The rear shed which opens up to a verandah can double as a rumpus room.

Imagine the parties you could have under the covered patio beside the sparkling IG solar heated pool. If it rains move inside to the entertaining-sized tiled family room. Quiet nights can be enjoyed in the formal lounge and there’s room for the kids a playground to keep them entertained for hours. Designed for all year round comfort with ducted heating, ceiling fans and split system airconditioner.

View By Appointment

View By Appointment

View By Appointment

For Sale $355,000 Contact Chris Wong 0408 993 711

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Endless family enjoyment Meticulously built with charm and character this home has 4 huge formal lounge, gleaming polished floors, high ceilings & gourmet kitchen fully equipped with quality appliances. The adjoining meals area & family room opens up to the covered decked pergola complete with bistro blinds just ideal for outdoor entertaining. The home is also complimented by gas ducted heating. View Saturday 1.00-1.30pm For Sale $550,000 Contact Chris Wong 0408 993 711

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WE HAVE LOTS OF BUYERS BUT JUST NOT ENOUGH PROPERTIES TO SHOW THEM

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For Sale $515,000 Contact Milton Brown 0418 326 044

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SAFETY BEACH 215 Dromana Parade

Buy off the plan, save on stamp duty Trendy 2 & 3 bedroom townhouses with ducted heating and refrigerated cooling unit. Big open plan living, designer kitchen with all stainless steel appliances and stone bench tops. Beautiful step less bathrooms with floor to ceiling tiling, outdoor entertainment, security doors and private landscaped yards. Two Townhouses with single remote garages and one with a double remote garage. All just a stroll to the beach and with the bus at the door. Fantastic opportunity for great value in this fabulous location. For Sale From $349,000 Contact Chris Wong 0408 993 711

LJ Hooker Somerville 5978 0044 Shop 15/17 Eramosa Rd. West

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REAL ESTATE SOMERVILLE

Somerville

$279,950

Est 1989

$335,000 Somerville

Tyabb

$359,950

1 Carnaby Court

Priced To Sell

Starting Here- Starting Now

“Wanera”

Ɣ Centrally located 2 bedroom BV unit Ɣ Formal lounge with gas heating Ɣ Modern kitchen / family area Ɣ Outdoor entertaining area Ɣ Single lock-up garage

Ɣ Well presented 3 bedroom residence Ɣ Formal lounge with timber dado’s and gas heating Ɣ Family area, kitchen with dishwasher Ɣ Outdoor pergola area, well established area Ɣ Double lock-up garage

Ɣ Cottage styled 3 bedroom home located in quiet court Ɣ Large formal lounge room with gas heating Ɣ Kitchen / family area Ɣ Terrific outdoor paved pergola area Ɣ Single carport with workshop

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$410,000

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Affordable And Well Located

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Ɣ Double storey home on large 833m2 approx. allotment Ɣ Four bedrooms Ɣ Large formal lounge and dining area with ducted heating Ɣ Timber kitchen Ɣ Large family room upstairs Ɣ Air conditioning

Ɣ Ideally located on 2979m2 approx. allotment Ɣ Five minute drive to Frankston shops Ɣ Two formal lounge rooms with Coonara wood heater Ɣ Kitchen with stainless steel appliances Ɣ Three good sized bedrooms Ɣ Rumpus room with built-in bar

Somerville

$590,000 Somerville

Price on application

Tyabb

$675,000

29 Chesterfield Drive

44 Jones Road

Sleek Design - Modern Elements

Prime Development Site

Garden Oasis Awaits

Ɣ Landscaped 1300m2 approx. allotment in Hedgley Dene estate Ɣ 4 bedrooms, FES to master. Large “L” shaped dining/lounge Ɣ Open plan family area, kitchen with s/steel appliances Ɣ Outdoor pergola area Ɣ Additional accomodation for extended family or double garage.

Ɣ Fabulous opportunity to re-develop large 3700m2 approx. site Ɣ Delightful four bedroom home with study and games room Ɣ Lovely established gardens, rear verandah, double carport Ɣ Polished floorboards and open fire places to living areas Ɣ Zoned Residential 1 Ɣ Potential to sub-divide (STCA)

Ɣ English garden setting on 1 acre Ɣ Captivating four bedroom residence Ɣ Formal lounge, combustion heater & ducted heating Ɣ Modern kitchen, large family area with gas heating Ɣ FES to master, double garage with attached rumpus room

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$735,000

Somerville

$895,000

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Highly Appealing - Truly Outstanding

In An Idyllic Private Setting

“Upton Park”

Ɣ Stunning ranch style 32sq approx. family home located on a picturesque 1 acre approx. allotment Ɣ 4 bedrooms plus study, 4 bathrooms plus powder room Ɣ Separate dining area, 3 x R/cycle air con. + ducted heating Ɣ Large timber kitchen/meals family area, rumpus room Ɣ Triple lock-up garage, paved circular driveway

Ɣ Stunning ranch style oasis located on 5 picturesque acres (approx.) with four paddocks and four vehicle carport Ɣ 4 double bedrooms, FES to main Ɣ Formal lounge & dining area w/ ducted heating Ɣ Large modern kitchen with family room Ɣ 20ft x 30ft machinery shed, 60ft x 20ft shed with wet area

Ɣ 8 acre (approx.) property with four bedroom home Ɣ Separate study, 3 bathrooms, 2 living areas & updated kitchen Ɣ Double car space + workshop & 6 bay machinery shed Ɣ Four large paddocks with as new fencing Ɣ Salt chlorinated, solar heated pool & spa

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PHIL STONE 0412 226 758 HUGH GAMBLE 0401 319 811

DUE TO DEMAND, LISTINGS AND RENTALS URGENTLY REQUIRED Hastings

$189,950

Somerville

1/1085 Frankston-Flinders Road, Somerville Victoria 3915 Ph: 03 5977 9660 Email: somerville@baywestrealestate.com.au Web: www.baywestrealestate.com.au

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Somerville

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Agent: Gary Barnes 0412 347 233

Agent: Gary Barnes 0412 347 233

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For Sale

19 Dorset Road, Mount Martha Fabulous Family Home

For Sale

Walking distance from Martha Cove Marina and approx. 500 meters from the Safety Beach fore-shore this superb, luxury two storey townhouse is almost completed. Approx. 27 squares of living comprises of three bedrooms plus a parents retreat, 2 bathrooms, a powder room and two separate living areas. The kitchen has Caesar stone bench tops with tiled splash back, Smeg s/steel appliances, designer tap wear, Rinnai 24hr gas hot water and the living areas have heating with programmable thermostat and s/system air conditioning, generous allowance of lighting and television points & alarm system.

Absolutely immaculate four bedroom plus study family home set on approx. 900sqm block. Ideal for permanent living or just for holidaying there is lots of natural light beaming into the family room and main living DUHD ZLWK RSHQ ÀUH SODFH DQG RYHUORRNLQJ WKH outside entertaining area and established gardens. Cook up a storm in the gourmet kitchen with Caesar stone bench tops. The two storey home has master living and FES upstairs with bay views and natural setting.

Price: $590,000 - $640,000

Price: $695,000 - $740,000

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For Sale

9 Alfred Street, Mornington Spacious Sanctuary in Prime Position

Inspect: Contact agent for times

For Sale

Brand new, with a fabulous position, luxurious appointments, immaculate attention to detail and abundant natural light spilling through the large open plan living room ZLWK ULFK WLPEHU Ă RRUV WKDW RSHQ WR D SULYDWH front balcony and are overlooked by the designer stone kitchen with quality European s/ steel appliances. This home consists of 5 spacious bedrooms, three bathrooms plus powder room and is built over three levels with DOO Ă RRUV DFFHVVHG E\ DQ HOHYDWRU 7KHUH DUH three living areas, plenty of storage space and a spacious sunny front sitting room overlooking the designer landscaped gardens.

Auction: Sat. November 26 @ Noon

Price: Offers Over $1.5 million

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6 Avery Court, Mount Martha Elegant and sophistication on a grand scale A luxury two storey rendered Simmons home situated in cul de sac location of prestigious Mount Martha location. The grand entrance has high ceilings and a sweeping stair case leading to the family’s four bedrooms and large retreat with balcony overlooking a semi-rural vista. The double bi- fold doors separate the formal area from the main living areas. A Master chef kitchen with granite bench tops has large pantry and the meals and family room DUHD VXUURXQGHG E\ à RRU WR FHLOLQJ ED\ ZLQGRZ overlooking in-ground pool.

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8 Chateaux Close, Mount Martha Look out summer here we come! This absolutely stunning entertainers home FRQVLVWV RI ÀYH ODUJH EHGURRPV PDVWHU ZLWK parents retreat and FES. If you love entertaining this grand home is for you! Open plan living with a modern kitchen, European appliances and breakfast bar central to family and meals area overlooking alfresco decking and sandstone in ground salt water and solar heated pool. From the rumpus/ lounge room to the pool area, your family and friends will envy the large space that surround the home.

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21A Bath Street, Mornington Elegant Beachside Residence

Exclusively positioned in a picturesque beachside pocket between Main Street and the bay this 3 bedroom home radiates quality and class. This luxury townhouse features a sun drenched north facing living and dining area overlooking private patio and entertaining area, granite bench tops & European appliances to the kitchen. The master EHGURRP LV ÀW IRU D TXHHQ ZLWK JUDQGHXU surroundings, large en-suite, a dressing room and bay views.

This 4 bedroom plus study home welcomes you with a wide entry opening to the formal ORXQJH WKDW ERDVWV DQ RSHQ ÀUH SODFH 7KH modern kitchen is well equipped with ample storage including a large pantry. The huge master bedroom features a FES with spa & WIR. Other features include theatre room, paved outdoor entertaining area, triple lock-up garage with internet access, CBUS electronic system, alarm, GDH & evaporative cooling. Approx. 1345sqm land.

For Sale

119 Seaview Avenue, Safety Beach Seaview at Martha Cove

For Sale

15-17 Capitol Avenue, Balnarring Large Family Home Only metres to Balnarring Primary School, shopping and the award winning beach this sensational property offers kitchen with stainless steel appliances, dining and lounge with air conditioning and a master bedroom with retreat, spa ensuite and robes. Three more bedrooms, large family room opening up to an area which includes an in-ground pool, trampoline, play centre and undercover alfresco BBQ area. Other features include a triple garage & GDH. All on 1350sqm block.

Auction: Sat. December 3 @ 1.30 Inspect: Saturday 1-1.30pm

For Sale – Mornington Peninsula

For Sale – Mornington

For Sale – Mornington

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BouƟque Biscuits & Cookies

Main Street Pizza

Beach End Hairdresser

An excellent opportunity to own your own Juice Bar with brand new Įt-out in busy Bayside Shopping Centre. This easy to run and manage business has a new lease, no franchise fees and is ready to go! Priced below set up costs this is a bargain!

Don’t miss out on this long established and highly proĮtable family owned business producing a bouƟque range of home style old fashioned biscuits. Wholesaling relaƟonships are maintained with cafes and food store retail outlets with a solid and loyal customer base with huge potenƟal for further growth.

This newly ĮƩed out, up market business is ready for you to take over for the summer. Extremely well posiƟoned business not far from the water’s edge. Good takings, long lease, fantasƟc Įt–out and is priced to sell.

FantasƟc Įrst Ňoor salon at the beach end of Main St. Mornington. The Hair ReĮnery is a well established and well ĮƩed out salon ready for your personal touch. Priced for a very quick sale.

Sale Price: $99,000 NegoƟable Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

Sale Price: $295,000 + SAV Contact: Gary Ralph 0418 535 503

Sale Price: $170,000 Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Sale Price: $49,950 Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

For Sale – Crib Point

For Sale – Mornington

For Sale – Mornington

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Fully equipped and with great Įt out & excellent posiƟon on main road with very liƩle compeƟƟon in the area, there is seaƟng for 20 in & 12 out with back yard that could be converted into beer garden. Walk-in cool room + storage. Can be run as it is or develop your own ideas, very cheap rent

Chef - All Catering and Café in Barkly St, commercial Įt-out with extremely low overheads and excellent lease terms, due to ill health the vendor needs to sell, opƟonal extras inc Refrigerated Van and Catering trailer.

Perfectly located on Main Street, Mornington this renowned franchise coīee house has approx takings of $11,000 pw and an excellent trading history Full training will be provided by the Franchisor and there is well trained staī available to new owner.

This is a rare opportunity to secure a high proĮle retail investment in the heart of Mount Eliza Village. There are two shops available with a combined area of 166.8sqm and currently let to two long term tenants showing a net return of $77,250pa. Situated close to Safeway and other prominent businesses in the town.

MAKE AN OFFER Contact: Gary Ralph 0418 535 503

Sale Price: $59,000 + SAV Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

Sale Price: $299,000 + GST Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Sale Price: On ApplicaƟon Contact: Gary Ralph 0418 535 503

For Sale – Mornington

For Sale – Mount Eliza

For Sale – Mornington

For Sale - Mornington Peninsula

If The Shoe Fits

“Cuƫng” Edge Business

Main Street Deli

Mustang Hire

The well known and extremely popular Lilly Belle of Mornington is on the market. Well located in cosmopolitan Mornington, Lilly Belle has been specialising in shoes and fashion accessories for over 8 years. With a great lease and cheap rent, this easily run business should be high on your list.

Mt Eliza Mowers and Chainsaws specialise in sales, service and repair of lawn mowers, chain saws and other power garden equipment. Ideal husband and wife or partnership business operaƟng 5 ½ days pw with excellent proĮts and very low overheads. Rent of only $355/week ex. GST + outgoings.

This perfectly posiƟoned Deli situated in busy Main Street, Mornington is on the market. Average takings of around $9,000 per week this family business seat 60 inside and 16 out. Good commercial kitchen and terriĮc Įt out.

Get in now for the busy wedding and winery tour season. This 1965 Mustang is ideally suited as an add on to your current business or for someone wishing to start up a classic car hire service - or maybe just keep it for yourself. This California Classic is an aƩenƟon seeker and priced to sell.

Sale Price: $220,000 + SAV Contact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

Sale Price: $95,000 Contact: Gary Ralph 0418 535 503

Sale Price: $220,000 + SAV Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Sale Price: $35,000 Contact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

For Sale – Mornington

For Sale – Mornington

For Sale – Balnarring

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Juice bar - All set up and ready to go! Bakery

Exclusive hair salon awaits new owner, strong takings, excellent lease terms and new Įt out, be quick as this won’t last!

“BentOn Health” is oīering the right person the opportunity to operate the Juice Bar within the health food store. Newly ĮƩed out and in a perfect locaƟon opposite Woolworths (formally Red Cactus Café) the store will open in October. Great terms and condiƟons.

Award winning bakery, currently operaƟng only 6 days a week, with long established clientele. There is a demand for increased opening hours, so this could be your opportunity to take this business to the next level. Adding coīee sales, wholesaling and trading 7 days would see this business reach its full potenƟal.

Sale Price: $89,000 + SAV Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

Sale Price: $29,500 Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

Looking over an ornamental lake this fantasƟc business is a professionally set-up retail outlet for fresh local produce and pre-packaged Įne foods and eggs. The nursery is operated from a large, fully lined and insulated shed with all Įxtures and shelving. Rental Įgure of $600pw includes a four bedroom home. Set on 52 acres.

Sale Price: $299,000 WIWO Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

Sale Price $55,000 Contact: Gary Ralph 0418 535 503

Seachange business with 4Br. home

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For Lease – Mornington

For Lease – Mornington

For Sale – Karingal

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Retail Shop

Sportswear business

Karingal Meats

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Retail shop of approx. 60sqm situated in Barkly Square. Good parking and close to center of town. Available 1st of November. Won’t last at this price.

An opportunity exists to take on this business with exclusive rights to European range of women’s sportswear. This business has been ƐƵĐĐĞƐƐĨƵůůLJ ƌƵŶ ĂƐ Ă ŽŶĞ ƉĞƌƐŽŶ ŽƉĞƌĂƟŽŶ ŽǀĞƌ ƚŚĞ ůĂƐƚ ƚǁŽ LJĞĂƌƐ͘

DĂũŽƌ ƌĞƚĂŝů ďƵƚĐŚĞƌ ŝŶ ƚŚƌŝǀŝŶŐ ĐĞŶƚƌĂů ůŽĐĂƟŽŶ ǁŝƚŚŝŶ <ĂƌŝŶŐĂů ,Ƶď ^ŚŽƉƉŝŶŐ ĞŶƚƌĞ͘ dŚŝƐ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ĐŽŶƟŶƵĞƐ ƚŽ ŐƌŽǁ ĂŌĞƌ ϭϯ LJĞĂƌƐ͕ ŚĂƐ ŶŽ ĐŽŵƉĞƟƟŽŶ͕ ďŽĂƐƚƐ Ă ŚƵŐĞ ƚƵƌŶŽǀĞƌ ĂŶĚ ŚĞĂůƚŚLJ ƉƌŽĮƚƐ͊ tĞůů ŵĂŶĂŐĞĚ ǁŝƚŚ ƐƚĂī ǁŝůůŝŶŐ ƚŽ ƐƚĂLJ͘ d,/^ t/>> ^ >>͊

Sale Price: $575,000/Lease Price: POA Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Lease Price: $2,000 +GST+OG Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Lease Price: POA Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Sale Price: $200,000 + SAV Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

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Barkly Street

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tĂƌĞŚŽƵƐĞ ĂŶĚ ŽĸĐĞ ƐƉĂĐĞ ĨŽƌ ƐĂůĞ ŝŶ ^ĞĂĨŽƌĚ ŝŶĚƵƐƚƌŝĂů ĂƌĞĂ͘ ƉƉƌŽdž ϮϱϬ ƐƋŵ ŝŶ ƚŽƚĂů ;ŝŶĐůƵĚŝŶŐ ϭϯϬƐƋŵ ǁĂƌĞŚŽƵƐĞͿ͕ ƌĞĂƌ ĂĐĐĞƐƐ ǁŝƚŚ ƌŽůůĞƌ ĚŽŽƌ͕ ƐĞĐƵƌŝƚLJ ŐĂƚĞƐ͕ ϴ ůĂƌŐĞ ŽĸĐĞƐ ŝŶĐůƵĚŝŶŐ ĮůŝŶŐ ƌŽŽŵ ĂŶĚ ďŽĂƌĚ ƌŽŽŵ͕ ŶĞǁ ĐĂƌƉĞƚƐͬ ĨƌĞƐŚůLJ ƉĂŝŶƚĞĚ

100sqm factory with roller door and two car spaces. Rear access ƚŽ ďĂĐŬ ŽĨ ůŽƚ͕ ĂŵĞŶŝƟĞƐ ŝŶĐůƵĚĞ ƚŽŝůĞƚ͕ ĂŝƌͲĐŽŶĚŝƟŽŶŝŶŐ ĂŶĚ ƐŝŶŬ

dŚŝƐ ůĂƌŐĞ ŽƉĞŶ ĂƌĞĂ ŽĨ ĂƉƉƌŽdž ϭϳϬƐƋŵ ŝƐ ǁĞůů ƉŽƐŝƟŽŶĞĚ ŝŶ the centre of Mornington’s retail area. The owner is willing to split the area to suit your requirements. With a storage room ĂŶĚ >ĂĚŝĞƐ ĂŶĚ DĞŶ͛Ɛ ƚŽŝůĞƚ ĨĂĐŝůŝƟĞƐ͕ ƚŚŝƐ ƉƌĞŵŝƐĞƐ ǁŽƵůĚ ƐƵŝƚ restaurant/café or many other uses. Long term lease available.

Lease Price: $2,500pcm + GST + OGS Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Sale Price: $375,000 Contact:Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

Lease Price: $1100PCM ex. GST + OGS Contact:Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

Lease: $5329 Ex. GST + OGS / $376sqm Ex. GST + OGS

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Cafe and Catering

Expressions Of Interest Invited

For Lease – Mornington

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Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

Peppertree Cafe

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Lease Price: From $780pcm ex.GST + service fee Sale Price: $359,000 + sav Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454 Contact: Gary Ralph 0418 535 503

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Sale Price: $149,000 Contact: Gary Ralph 0418 535 503

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Sale Price: $365,000 each Contact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

Sale Price $920,000 Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454.

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IDEALLY placed with a wide frontage to the car park of a local shopping centre, this charcoal chicken business sells salads and other takeaway lines for lunches and dinners. It trades 7 days a week from 10am to 9pm. The fit-out is good condition with a large preparation area and coolroom. The owner is willing to trial this business to potential buyers at $9000 per week.

THIS is one of only 12 such franchises in Australia selling fishing tackle and bait as well as offering boat storage. Part of the freehold is 2024 square metres (half acre) property with a three-bedroom home and brick retail shop.The business, with or without the franchise, can be individually purchased for $95,000 and alternatively the freehold can be purchased for $800,000. However, a complete sale of both business and freehold is preferred.

Charcoal Chicken, ASPENDALE GARDENS Price: $230,000 + stock (approx $8000) Agency: Latessa Business Sales 50 Playne St, Frankston, 9781 1588 Agent: Tony Latessa, 0412 525 151

Business & Freehold, HASTINGS Price: $950,000 Agency: Latessa Business Sales 50 Playne St, Frankston, 9781 1588 Agent: Tony Latessa, 0412 525 151

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Telecommunications & electronics, computing & entertainment, Optus mobile & broadband contracts. 24/7 security system, 5 ½ days. Main street location $50,000 + sav

Large, corner position with windows overlooking courtyard. Seats 36 in & 15 out. Commercial kitchen. Trains young adults with special needs. 6 days. $65,000 + sav

Niche market; whole & organic foods, fruit & vegies, & supplements. Seats 12 in & 6 out. Well known local business. 5 ½ days. New lease. $69,950 + sav

Well presented shop with plenty of parking. Sublet upstairs 1 bedroom accommodation. 7 days trade, 8am until 8pm. Good lease arrangements. $72,000 + sav

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Large coolroom. Seats 20 in & 10 out. New cappuccino machine. Trades 7 days from 11am. Cheap business priced for quick sale. NOW $79,000 + sav

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Services one main customer every day of the year, vendor works 28 hrs pw, 3 subcontractors. Stock inc. Plenty of potential. Vendor retiring.

Cuts only, male & female. 4 stations, 1 basin. Small attractive shop, trades 6 days. *RRG FDVK ÀRZ HDV\ WR UXQ Stock included.

Located in shopping centre, no opposition. Very good equipment inc. coolroom. seats 25 in & 15 out. Suit husband / wife team.

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Small shop in very busy area selling home style food. Good equipment, seats 8 in & 8 out. Industrial stove. Trades 5 ½ days.

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Servicing Westernport Bay area. Defence housing, FRPPHUFLDO RIÂżFHV UHDO estate etc. All necessary equipment, vendor assistance as required $90,000 inc. stock

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Very attractive presentation with 8 beauty rooms. Sub-lets to manicurist and masseur. No competition, about 2000 clients. Yellow Pages ad. Stock included. $98,000

Prime residential area and food precinct close to main road. Good signage, lots of near-new equipment. Adjoining three bedroom home.

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Multi award winning, 95% rebooking rate. Fully equipped, has website. Fully airconditioned, computer system. 6 treatment rooms. Must see! $125,000 wiwo

8 washers, 10 dryers, 2 HWS. Open 24 / 7 but has auto open/close doors. 0 ) WRLOHWV RIÂżFH )XOO\ renovated premises. Est 20 yrs. $128,500 + sav

Healthy options in busy Bayside S/C food court. 6WURQJ W R ¿JXUHV PRGHUQ & attractive franchise. Good FDVK ÀRZ EXVLQHVV NOW $130,000 + sav

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Kiosk located in busy shopping centre. Seats 34, all new equipment, set-up less than 12 months old. Currently partly managed. $130,000 + sav PUMPS & IRRIGATION

$99,000 + sav

Small shop in corner position. Has coolroom. Large factory development nearby will LQFUHDVH ÀRZ HUGE POTENTIAL! ONLY 5 DAYS! $165,000 + sav

Wide range of organic Large shop, long Main road location with groceries, bulk foods, fruit & established business. plenty of parking. Large veg, supplements & beauty commercial kitchen. Opens Double storey 3 BR. products. Large practitioner Mon-Fri 5.30am - 4pm & Sat residence. High density & herbal dispensary, residential area. Will trial on 6am - noon. comprehensive website. $6,500pw. Extensive menu. $159,500 + sav $140,000 + sav $160,000 + sav

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Licensed, dine in or takeaway. Only one in centre. Very clean, great kitchen, fantastic equipment. Seats 36 in all. Can change usage with NE landlord approval. W $170,000 + sav

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20 washers, 15 dryers, Est 10 yrs, well equipped Work less than 2 days pw, Large well equipped shop with 8 washers, 7 dryers. Also offers +HDW *OR ¿UHSODFH UHWDLO WR showroom & workshop. machines placed in 35 all baking done on site. Fully washing, ironing service and dry building trade & public. One commercial ironing equipment. Open 7 days with service managed, very busy, seat 20 cleaning agent. Corner position man operation, installers sub*RRG ¿JXUHV SUR¿WV 2IIHUV business locations. Fully offers great exposure, free sales & service. New lease FXVWRP ¿WWHG 0HUFHGHV YDQ in & 8 out. Large storage area contracted, but could do the lot offered 5 ½ days. Long lease, under shop with separate parking at rear. Summer very DQG SUR¿WV ZLOO VRDU ([FHOOHQW great T/O, attached residence can be negotiated. Good included in price. Machine in access. Trades 7 days. busy, peaks in January. N N inc in monthly rental. location, huge potential. location in country Victoria. situ value $200,000. EW EW $350,000 $449,000 + sav $295,000 + sav $225,000 + sav $299,000 + sav $399,000 + sav

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Huge shop on main road New, located in the corner position. Great entertainment precincts of presentation, trades 5 ½ large S/Centres. Brand new GD\V H[FHOOHQW SUR¿WV &ORVHV ¿WRXWV 6HOOLQJ VHSDUDWH 2 weeks Xmas, Easter & franchises. public holidays. Long lease. Huge opportunity!

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3 prime movers, 5 refrigerated trailers, 1 truck, 2 forklifts. Mainly local work, some interstate. 2 large coolrooms, Written contract & standing orders. Handover period ok. $1.9 million

Country club licensed restaurant & function centre. Large premises, seats 450. 4 separate rooms, function areas. Inc. 3 BR manager’s residence. $3.5 million + sav

Fully managed motel and serviced apartments with Nepean H’way frontage. Prominent, high exposure position, 100 units. $7.6 million

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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Cafe and catering

If the shoe fits....

THIS licensed cafe and catering business enjoys an excellent reputation for homemade food and great coffee. Coffee sales average about 12 to 15 kilograms per week. The cafe has seating for 40 inside and 48 outside in a renovated courtyard. There is a large kitchen and coolroom and the business trades 7 days for breakfast and lunch, and is easily operated with current staff prepared to stay on. Included in the sale is a two-bedroom dwelling.

ARGUABLY one of the most popular and well-known fashion boutiques in Mornington, Lilly Belle has been trading for eight years and specialises in dress shoes and fashion accessories. The business stocks top brand names such as Top End, Tony Bianco, Atrai, Her Ego, and Saben with a casual and friendly shop fit-out.

Cafe and catering, RED HILL Price: $359,000 + sav Agency: Kevin Wright Real Estate, 72 Main Street, Mornington 5977 2255 Agent: Gary Ralph, 0418 535 503

Shoes and accessories, MORNINGTON Price: $229,000 + sav Agency: Kevin Wright Real Estate, 72 Main Street, Mornington 5977 2255 Agent: Russell Murphy, 0407 839 184

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Only the second time offered for sale in 50 years!

Hastings Newsagency A rare opportunity has presented itself for the purchase of a tightly held local business servicing the community. This well established retail/wholesale/distribution newsagency sells a wide range of products, and is a landmark of the town, trading from its current location for 50 years. Situated in fast growing Hastings, this business enjoys a perfectly central position, with front and rear access, and plenty of parking. Hastings Newsagency products lines include, newspapers, magazines, greeting cards, stationery for school/offices/businesses, books, with a printing and photocopying service also available. This newsagency has a solid trading history, with massive opportunities for growth in both the retail and wholesale side of the business. With a container port on the way, Hastings is set to expand rapidly, and this newsagency is perfectly placed to make the most of the wonderful opportunities. An ideal family business, the owners are pursuing other interests, and are very motivated to sell. Price reduced to $450,000 + gst + SAV.

Terri Adams 0437 773 538 CHELSEA 1/463 Nepean Hwy Page 24

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AROUND THE PENINSULA

Whale’s death a sign of healthy numbers

For the record: Whale researchers take measurements of the dead humpback whale washed ashore at Koonya. Picture: Dan Burke

THE number of whales being washed up dead on our beaches may be a result of the overall increase in the whale populations. The latest carcass to come ashore on the Mornington Peninsula was found earlier this month at the western end of Koonya Beach, near Sorrento. Dolphin Research Institute executive director Jeff Weir said the 9.5-metre humpback had been “heavily hammered” by sharks before being washed ashore. Its blubber was not very thick, which was a normal condition for a sub-adult humpback that had completed a long migration from the Antarctic. Mr Weir said the humpback was one of “a handful” recently reported washed ashore between the peninsula and southern New South Wales. “We don’t think there’s anything strange happening and there’s no need to go looking for a smoking gun. “What we’re seeing is probably the result of increasing numbers of whales. It’s good evidence of a population increase. “Annual migration is a huge physiological drain on a whale. It’s a big migration and a very stressful strategy.” A week-old dead common dolphin found near the dead humpback was also evidence “that it’s a risky business being a mammal”, Mr Weir said. In April 2010 a five-tonne, 13.5-metre long juvenile full blue or pygmy blue whale was washed ashore at Flinders. It, too, had been savaged by sharks and Parks Victoria erected signs warning of sharks continuing to be attracted to the area by the rotting carcass. Jane Burke, who lives near Koonya Beach, said foxes were also likely to be feeding off the dead humpback. Ms Burke hoped the increased number of visitors to the beach would not threaten the survival of recently hatched hooded plover chicks. A pair of the endangered birds had successfully bred on the beach and Ms Burke was anxious that visitors realised dogs were only allowed there before 9am and that they must be kept on a leash. Keith Platt

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Council takes the plunge By Mike Hast SIX shire councillors rammed Rosebud’s coastal management plan through the council on Monday night last week, and it will now go to Environment Minister Ryan Smith. Part of the plan includes seeking his permission to build a $30 million plus aquatic centre on the foreshore, circumventing the Department of Sustainability and Environment’s steadfast refusal over the past six years. If it goes ahead, the aquatic centre could almost double the shire’s existing debt of $38 million and almost certainly guarantee high rate rises – like this year’s 9 per cent – for years to come. The aquatic centre would be the second of three planned by the shire in 2000. The first at Hastings was opened in December 2003. Rosebud is next off the rank and Mornington would follow later this decade. After sometimes acrimonious debate, with thinly disguised insults being exchanged by councillors – and in front of a noisy, packed public gallery also deeply divided on the pool issue – Crs David Gibb, Antonella Celi, Anne Shaw, Reade Smith, Frank Martin

Bitter debate as shire asks govt to OK foreshore pool

and Bill Goodrem voted to approve the coastal management plan (CMP) and send it to the Environment Minister. A “division” was called by Cr Tim Rodgers, compelling councillors to show which way they had voted. Crs Rodgers, Leigh Eustace, Bev Colomb and Lynn Bowden rejected the plan, and were joined on their feet by the meeting’s chairman, the mayor Graham Pittock. Earlier, councillors questioned sustainable infrastructure director Alex Atkins and senior planner Allan Cowley, as well as debated the issue for almost 90 minutes before voting. Mr Cowley said sending the CMP to the minister would test if there was government support for the pool on the foreshore. A yes from Mr Smith would enable the shire to prepare designs and costings for the aquatic centre, he said. After less than 30 minutes,

the question session was shut down by the six councillors who want the pool on the foreshore, much to the annoyance of the five who claimed there was insufficient detail to debate and then vote on the CMP. Leading off debate, Cr Gibb said the Southern Peninsula Aquatic Centre (dubbed the SPA) would revitalise Rosebud and the entire southern peninsula. It would be built on an area of highly degraded foreshore, he said, which drew gasps and interjections from the gallery that included members of the Friends of Rosebud Foreshore, a group that has spent 7192 volunteer hours, the equivalent of $108,000, revegetating the area. Cr Gibb said there was overwhelming community support for a foreshore pool. “We pumped money into Hastings and Western Port [for Pelican Park aquatic centre] between 2000 and 2002,” he

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said. The shire’s existing debt was “less than a quarter of a year’s income” of the shire, and state treasury and finance officials had told the council that doubling the debt was OK. Cr Celi said the pool would complement the Rosebud activity centre. More than 9000 people had signed a pro-pool petition and “only 80 people are against the site”. This drew more interjections from the gallery. She said the centre would have a warm water hydrotherapy pool, which was vital to improve the health of residents. Speaking against the motion to approve the CMP and send it to the government, Cr Eustace said the aquatic centre was the biggest project planned by the shire since it started in 1994, but he was being asked to approve a plan that had “no budget, no designs and against a background of no information about why the old pool on the foreshore near Boneo Rd had failed and been demolished in the 1990s”. In January, The News reported that the old pool was demolished in 1996 after being closed for several years. It developed a huge crack through the middle after groundwater shifted the concrete structure and was deemed too expensive to repair. Cr Eustace said no municipality had spent less than $30 million to build an aquatic centre in recent years. (Frankston Council earlier this year approved a $33 million “basic” aquatic centre near Chisholm TAFE.) The foreshore was not an appropriate site; Rosebud Life Saving Club’s headquarters had been wrecked by erosion in the 1990s and there was no

information about the failed Boneo Rd pool, which Alex Atkins confirmed. Cr Eustace said government maps showed Hastings and Rosebud foreshores were most at risk of rising waters and storm surge damage. State government policy was to gradually remove car parking from Port Phillip’s foreshore, not increase it as the aquatic centre would require. By trying to get government permission to build a foreshore pool since October 2005, the shire had missed out on federal and state government subsidies, Cr Eustace said. (Frankston won $12.5 million for its pool from the outgoing Labor government before last year’s election; the money has been guaranteed by the Baillieu government.) Also against the motion, Cr Bev Colomb said: “We’ve all been working on the revitalisation of Rosebud”, but the CMP had no geotechnical report about the pool, no study of its financial viability, and no detail of its appearance and size. Cr Tim Rodgers said plonking a blob [of the aquatic centre location] on the CMP was careless at best. “We haven’t asked the fundamental questions about the centre,” he said. “We need to take residents on the journey. We have $400,000 to do the design and other work, and then put the proposal to the people. “How are we going to pay for this? Double our debt? Increase rates? Raise a special levy?” he asked. Cr Goodrem said he always supported a pool for Rosebud. “We’ve discussed this for many years; it should be finalised tonight.” Cr Smith said: “We need healthy places to get fit. We pay

for libraries, sports grounds and people need to learn to swim.” He said the Hastings pool had revitalised the town. Cr Shaw said it was a shame “we’re not celebrating the CMP; this municipality is a leader in CMPs”. Cr Martin said it was the most difficult decision for many years. The cost of the pool would be the same on the foreshore as elsewhere. “Even if the Minister approves the location, the costs have to stack up. If they don’t work on the foreshore, we’ll have to look at a second option or a third option until we get it right.” Cr Martin said he was reluctantly backing the motion. Cr Bowden said she was not convinced the foreshore was the right location. “There are too many questions about its vulnerability to erosion and sea level rise.” Aquatic centres in the cities of Casey and Monash were massive buildings. “I dread the idea of building a monstrosity on the foreshore.” She said the shire needed to reduce its debt before she would support the project. “We’ve got time to develop a SPA that could be part of a theme park.” A pool alone would not revitalise Rosebud, she said. After the meeting, Alan Nelsen of Mornington Peninsula Ratepayers and Residents Association said the pool would still need “coastal consent, a planning permit and a title fight at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal”. “It’s three years away.”

Songs for 150th MICHAEL Dahlenburg, Matthew Witney, Allan Tao, Madeleine Dwyer and other members of Frankston Musical Society present a concert to mark the 150th birthday of the Musical Society of Victoria on Sunday. The concert is at 2.30pm at Peninsula Community Theatre, Wilsons Rd, Mornington. Tickets – $10 adults, children free – are available at the door or book on 9789 3686.

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Friendly game injuries take the Storm by surprise

Artist hopes for a creative town By Mike Hast IT’S a surprise to realise Rye didn’t have an art gallery until Jennifer Ellen took the plunge in September. The acrylics artist hopes her gallery and a couple of other funky shops in the seaside town will be the start of a new wave of creative outlets. Jennifer’s space is at 2375a Point Nepean Rd, above Restyled Threads. From here the 49-year-old mother of two displays bold, bright affordable works inspired by music and the stunning vistas of the peninsula. She moved to the peninsula with her children when her father, the actor Cliff Ellen, and her mother made a sea change 11 years ago. She grew up in the city, immersed herself in theatre at school, and made her acting debut at age 15. Jennifer spent about 20 years living in Greece, returning to Australia now and then. She didn’t pick up a paint brush until seven years ago. Self-taught, she started making works aimed at children, but adults bought it too. Some of her early motifs were owls. “I work one idea until it’s exhausted then find a new one,” she said. “I love the colours in the water, the rust on Rye pier, the stars in the sky. I even love the madness of the tourist season; all inspiration for my work.” Jennifer had her first solo exhibition in Melbourne three years ago and has shown her work in group shows at the Conti in Sorrento and Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron. “Art is not just for the rich or adults. All people should be able to afford it.” Jennifer Ellen ART gallery is open

Self-taught: Artist Jennifer Ellen.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10am5pm “and on other days when I feel like it”, she said with a laugh. “I need time to paint, too.” As is the modern way, Jennifer

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By Keith Platt FIVE primary school pupils have had a closer encounter than they bargained of the reality of being a rugby player. The five were injured on Wednesday 9 November during a gala rugby day after coaching by Melbourne Storm players before playing a series of matches. The mother of a 12-year-old Rosebud girl told a Melbourne radio station that the five were taken to hospital, including her daughter with a sprained arm. However, the Storm’s development general manager Greg Brentnall said all injuries were treated on the spot at Rosebud’s Olympic Park Recreation Reserve. No one had been taken to hospital. He said 280 pupils from eight schools participated. It was the ninth year running the Storm had held its rugby program on the peninsula and the first time any injuries had been so widely reported. Mr Brentnall said all the injured children had been treated by the Storm’s “fully trained medical staff”. “It is a contact sport,” he said. The girl, whose arm had been placed in a sling, was advised to seek further medical treatment if she had ongoing pain. Principal of Our Lady of Fatima Parish Primary School Monica Coyle said the girl was back at school the following day “and she didn’t appear to be under stress, there were no bandages or anything”. Ms Coyle praised the Storm’s rugby program and said her school would be involved again next year. Meg Dallas, principal of Sorrento Primary School, had heard no reports of injuries during the rugby day and was also

enthusiastic about a continuing relationship with the Storm. Mr Brentnall said the girl had sustained a hyper extended elbow. The other injuries had been a cut above a boy’s eye when “two boys clashed heads”; a bump that caused soft tissue to a child’s arm; a sore hamstring; and a sore wrist. The main treatment used was the application of ice to the injured areas. “As a matter of course we recorded the injuries and followed them up with the schools,” Mr Brentnall said. “We had two fully trained medical staff there and it was a very quite day for them. “We couldn’t believe this was given such credence by the radio station, which also used it as a lead in to the next news bulletin. “I’d like to contact the girl’s mother but can’t because of privacy issues.” Mr Brentnall said the Melbourne Storm’s program included three to five visits to each of the eight schools in the lead-up to the gala rugby day. Gala days involving many other peninsula schools were also held last week at Mornington, Tyabb and Hastings. The other eight primary schools involved at Rosebud were Eastbourne (Rosebud), Red Hill Consolidated, St Joseph’s (Sorrento), Dromana, and Tootgarook. Mr Brentnall said 186 schools throughout the Melbourne metropolitan area participated in the program each year, with winning teams from the gala days competing in state finals.

Artist’s boats a drawcard for Dromana PADDLESTEAMERS will again be the centre of attention at Dromana. Once a regular port of call for the boats bringing visitors from Melbourne, the town has added the 125th anniversary of arrival in Port Phillip of the paddleboat Ozone and the 101st anniversary of when the steamer Weeroona came to the bay to its celebration of the 150th anniversary of official government recognition of the town. The display of works by artist Ewart Melbourne Brindle on Sunday 27 November coincides precisely with the arrival of the Ozone in 1896 and the Weeroona in 1910. The event will enable peninsula residents to see for the first time Brindle’s paintings of the boats, which have been store in the United States since they were painted in 1989. Brindle, who attended Dromana State School 184 from 1910 to 1918, moved to the US with his family after the First World War and went on to become one of America’s most celebrated illustrators. Since his “discovery” in the leadup to Dromana’s March celebrations, several of Brindle’s artworks and artifacts have been located and returned to Dromana. Two of them are his acrylic paintings of Weeroona and Ozone (pictured) both of which have been bought locally – the Weeroona by Mornington Peninsula Shire. Brindle’s Diggers Hat on Landing (1971) is also now in Dromana and will be featured at the event. Drawing books from Brindle’s days at Dromana Primary School were found in a box in a back room in Bos-

ton and are now held by Dromana and District Historical Society. The books will be on display and copies have been made for public perusal. Guest speaker will be Maritime Trust of Australia president Peter Williams who, aged “four and a bit”, was on the Weeroona when it made its last commercial voyage in 1942. An author and collector of maritime paraphernalia, Mr Williams is also treasurer of the Maritime Museum of Victoria and secretary of the Shiplovers Society of Victoria. Until this year, Brindle was only renowned locally for his 1947 map of Dromana, drawn completely from memory 29 years after he left the

town as a 14-year-old schoolboy. He returned on a visit in 1984 when he wrote a letter telling of his memories of Dromana, his home “Sunnyside” and his school experiences. It was while typing out testimonials for the school’s 150th celebrations that self-described “hobby historian” Fred Wild of Rye came across the letter and went online to research Brindle. Mr Wild found his obituary notice in the New York Times and discovered he was survived by a daughter on Block Island in the US. He found that Brindle produced hundreds of automobile advertisements from the 1930s to the 1960s, including many for Packard, Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac and Chrysler.

Brindle also produced US postal stamps and US war bond posters and has a painting of Edward VII’s 1902 Daimler, commissioned by Queen Elizabeth II, hanging in Buckingham Palace. In 1971 Brindle published a book of pre-First World War Rolls-Royces entitled 20 Silver Ghosts, which was reprinted in 1978. Brindle produced many adverts for such magazines as Saturday Evening Post and was responsible for front covers in 1946 and 1958. The paintings and other works by Brindle will be displayed at Dromana Community Hall from 2pm on Sunday 27 November.

Program EVENTS being held at Dromana on Sunday 27 November: Midday – Dromana Foreshore Committee opens the Sandy Christie memorial gazebo and barbecue area. Mr Christie, who died last year, was responsible for the thousands of electric and gas barbecues in Australia. 2pm – Dromana Community Hall, corner Hodgkinson St, launch of Dromana Historical Society president Peter Holloway’s book Dromana @150 – a community history 1861-2011. The society will also release its heritage brochure, 2012 calendar and life member board; 3pm – Ewart Melbourne Brindle exhibition in the hall. Speaker Peter Williams.

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FEATURE

Happiness not just by chant

gree offered by the university. What this means in lay terms is Lama Tendar is a highly educated healer, and can make a marked difference in people’s lives. The centre runs weekly meditation classes, Tibetan yoga classes and Dharma classes (learning the inherent wisdom contained within the philosophy of Tibetan Buddhism). Dharma practice complements meditation and helps to understand the nature of reality. While the yoga classes improve both physical and mental health, the meditation classes help clear your mind of everyday stress to create a clear and

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calm mind. It helps you experience more positivity and joyfulness in your everyday life, while learning skills to becoming more peaceful in a stressful world. Lama Tendar also teaches traditional Tibetan Buddhist mandala classes from the Gyuto tradition. Participants bring crayons or paints and are taught how to paint an incredibly beautiful, healing mandala. Usually the monks create these amazing works of art with coloured sand and they can take many weeks to complete. During a closing ceremony, the sand mandala is wiped away, thus demonstrating life’s impermanence.

Within the Tibetan Buddhist culture there is a big emphasis on karma, which is not unlike retribution in Christian philosophy. Healings, blessings and Buddhist counselling is a common-day practise, so Lama Tendar performs, wedding and funeral blessings along with many other blessings for particular needs of individuals. Many devout Christians attending meditation classes who have experienced blessings find it not unlike church blessings. Different languages, different hand movements, but plenty of incense all round. This is why Lama Tendar is part of the Trika Interfaith Association along

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with Father John Dupuche (a Catholic priest) and Swami Samnyasanand (a yogi from the Satyananda tradition). It is an organisation that raises people’s awareness of different faiths, encouraging dialogue between the different faiths and the common thread of godliness throughout them all. Only recently, a group of senior citizens from a local church had a tour of the centre and found out first-hand what Tibetan Buddhism was about. Lama Tendar is a proactive individual and here in Australia has set up the Tibetan Children’s Fund, raising money through classes and workshops to be used for children’s health and education in Tibet. For more information, visit www.tibetanchildrensfund. org.au. Medicine Buddha Tantrayana Meditation Centre is for anyone wanting to improve their quality of life. It is not a religious doctrine; rather it’s a way of living that many have left behind in their self-absorbed busy lifestyles. It teaches you integrity of being and heartfelt gratitude to the religious pathway you has chosen. Most importantly, it teaches you how to connect with yourself again and to find inner peace and contentment. To me, that’s something worth having. Call the centre on 8774 1628 and Lama Tendar on 0402 658 336. The centre holds many events during the year that are enjoyable and funfilled, particularly their New Year’s Eve celebrations.

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By Terri Rew THERE is no doubt about it: with the hectic pace of our modern lifestyle it appears that a number of people are caught up in the daily grind of surviving the week only to collapse in a heap on the weekend. This is not quality of living. However, there is hope at hand. In February last year the Medicine Buddha Tantrayana Meditation Centre opened at 132 Kars St, Frankston South. Now don’t get caught up in the long name of the place and think it’s some hippy joint; rather it is truly a tranquil haven to unwind, relax and learn how to live a quality life again. The centre is run by spiritual director The Venerable Lobsang Tendar, (pictured right), along with two ordained nuns, Ani Sonam (Annelis) and Ani Chodron (Dorothy). Together, the three are educating people to live a quality and refreshing life again. Lama Tendar was born in the Kham district of eastern Tibet and became a monk in the Mahayana tradition at the age of 12 at Dego Samdrupling Monastery. His intensive studies, including seven years at Gyuto Ramoche Monastery and 14 years at the highly respected Gyuto Tantric University in India, taught him the ancient art of Tibetan tantric chanting, prayer and meditation. At the Gyuto Tantric University, Lama Tendar achieved first division in specialisation on all subjects pertaining to tantra discipline, the highest de-

OPINION

Devil take the Hindmarsh: residents revolting again THE Emu’s extended family has exploded over recent good breeding seasons. The Christmas card list has become a nightmare, with Mrs Emu (who has more than a touch of Hyacinth Bucket about her) already re-confirming names and addresses, and brushing up on her calligraphy. Our sources range far and wide. Being an educated clan, we swap items of local interest from all over the place. Such as a letter to the editor of the Dimboola Banner, which struck a nerve, considering our own shire’s attitude to some peninsula community groups.

Letter writer Max Pilmore complained about Hindmarsh Shire’s treatment of the Dimboola Residents’ Action Group (DRAG). DRAG has, said writer Pilmore, “actively, intelligently and respectfully articulated views and asked questions of the shire about issues that the majority of ‘thinking’ people in our town have recognised, supported and frequently discussed for years”. Mr Pilmore was “therefore appalled and disgusted to read ... that the Mayor, Councillors and Chief Executive Officer of the Hindmarsh Shire have unilaterally agreed that they won’t deal with, discuss or respond to the Action

Group as a collective, or its members as individuals”. “I was even more appalled to discover that I will be treated exactly the same if I should decide to join the Action Group, and that my right as an individual to associate with whomever I choose has apparently been extinguished by the Mayor, Councillors and Chief Executive Officer,” he wrote. “That’s the way to treat these nui-

sances!” shrieked Mrs Emu, waving the cutting triumphantly. “Get their sticky beaks out of the shire’s business! Ban them from meetings! Lock them up! This Pilmore chap is obviously a stirrer and a nuisance!” Mr Emu diffidently points to another sentence. “But, my blushing bride,” he ventures, “Mr Pilmore claims their decision is an illegal one under the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities, and surely...” He is dismissed with a haughty wave of the wing. So he doesn’t mention Mr Pilmore’s last sentiment: “[The shire’s] actions in this matter would seem to say a lot about their

capabilities and, ironically, demonstrates the kind of shire arrogance and high-handedness that people have been complaining about for years.” The Emu thinks it all went wrong when the senior council official transmogrified from town clerk to chief executive officer – from servant to master – and started earning more than the state premier. A quite absurd situation, he thinks. Mrs Emu doesn’t agree, of course. Her free-market instincts are all-overpowering. Reason and argument don’t stand a chance.  Send gossip and hot news tips to The Emu at emutips@yahoo.com.au

Enjoying their hairy mo-ment in the sun

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All good fun: Lyle Ridout of Hastings Goldmine, Dave Sarfaty of The Local and Mark West of Westernport Vet Clinic show off their ’taches. Exhibit A: A box of Rogaine linked to one of the three.

By Cameron McCullough LAST year, it began with a couple of guys growing moustaches to raise money for programs targeting prostate cancer and male depression for the “Movember” campaign. Lyle Ridout of Hastings Goldmine and Dave Sarfaty of The Local cafe set about growing their “mos”, unaware the other was doing so, and therefore only competing against themselves. Once aware of the true situation, and with a great deal of male pride on the line, an intense rivalry developed with staff at competing camps assisting with daily moustache maintenance to get the edge over the opposing camp. Dave took a clear lead, although lab tests indicated abnormally high levels of espresso. A face washer was produced, and the teams were neck and neck again.

The month ended with both camps declaring the moustaches were equally impressive and a draw agreed. Hands were shaken, and the rivalry put to one side. Fast forward 12 months and it’s on again. Lyle and Dave entered the fray on 1 November, only to be totally wrong-footed by the emergence of a “darkhorse – Hastings veterinarian Mark West had been lying low and cultivating quite a ’tache. “Rumours of sledging between us are simply untrue,” Dave said. “We all agree we

should let the facial hair do the talking.” Still the stories of rivalry persist. The News has been informed that a half-empty box of the hair growth supplement Rogain was seized from a car linked to one of the three, although this has been denied by all camps. *** FUNDS raised go to the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia, beyondblue: the national depression initiative, and the Movember Foundation. You can support Dave, Lyle, and Mark’s efforts by dropping a donation into tins on the counters of their respective workplaces. Dave’s tin is at The Local, 62 High St, and Lyall’s is at Hastings Goldmine, 42-44 High St, while Mark’s is at Westernport Veterinary Clinic, 2110 Frankston–Flinders Rd.

RESIDENTS of Hastings and district are helping people in need this Christmas by donating gifts to the annual Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal. To date more than 2200 gifts have been donated for people who would otherwise go without this festive season. More than five million gifts have been donated to wishing trees over the past 23 years. The appeal could not be a success without the support of

the community. The wishing tree ends on Christmas Eve. While the gift tally is encouraging, more gifts are needed to reach the national goal of 475,000 presents. To participate in the appeal place a gift (wrapped or unwrapped) under the Christmas wishing tree at any Kmart store. Take a gift tag from the tree to identify the appropriate

age and gender of a suitable recipient and place it with the gift. Alternatively, you can make a cash contribution at any register or place change in the coin collection tins. Cash and coin contributions are converted into gift cards, which are then distributed by The Salvation Army, allowing recipients to choose their own Christmas gift. Cam McCullough

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Journey to the nightclub of my soul By Stuart McCullough THERE are, according to Dante, nine circles of hell. In no particular order these are Limbo, Lust, Gluttony, Greedy, Dopey, Sleepy, Sporty, Baby and Ginger. But should the day ever arrive in which the Dark Lord of the Underworld decides that it’s time for an extension, he could do worse than to have “nightclubs” as the official 10 th circle of hell. Granted, there’s plenty of competition. Like a list of hopeful nobodies up for the award of “best supporting actor”, the field is awash with worthy nominees. At the time the Master of Darkness put the last coat of paint on his nine circles, there were so many fields of misery yet to be invented, much less perfected. Stockbroking had not been thought of, road rage was still in its infancy and was a totally different beast – probably a camel. Reality show contestants, whose thirst for fame rivals that of a peddler for a porter of stout, were still thousands of years off. Everything has changed. It used to be said that idle hands are the devil’s handmaiden until Facebook took over the job. Mobile phones, email spam and chartered accountancy – worthy nominees, all of them. However, there is no invention, indeed no creation, quite as dispiriting as The Nightclub. Yet for reasons that will forever remain a mystery to me, nightclubs were places to which we once wanted to go. On reflection, it demonstrates an acute lack of imagination on my part. Many societies have a rite of passage that is intended to test youngsters and usher them into adulthood. Ritual

Halcyon daze: Andrew Hosking and Coupe De Ville belt out a hit at the Dava nightclub in the good old days as the crowd shows its appreciation. Hosking is still playing around Melbourne.

scarring and tattoos are common in some civilisations, while others prefer a spell in the armed forces. We, however, have nightclubs. Just as Perth is said to be the world’s most isolated capital city, the winner of the nightclub division would surely be the Dava in Mt Martha. On a darkened seaside road it lurked, cut off from everything other than housing estates. This meant that the only way to get

there was by car, necessitating either a taxi fare that could easily be mistaken for a house deposit or one of your group being saddled with the ultimate indignity – being the “designated driver”. For while nightclubs are, without exception, loud, crowded and hideous, the only possible way to make the experience worse is by way of sobriety. And because we were still on our P-plates, it meant that whoever

was our designated driver faced the very real prospect of having to cough up four dollars for a Fanta. But before you have the opportunity to splurge on fizzy drink, there is the small matter of gaining entry. Getting in was always a challenge. Not because we were under age (we weren’t) or because we were causing trouble (we were unfailingly polite), but because entry to these places was strictly regulated by very large men using an unknown, unpredictable and invisible criteria. I’ve no idea what the rules were, but they were largely based on an assessment of your footwear. This was particularly true of nightclubs on the Mornington Peninsula, where quality footwear was an attribute prized above all others. At that time there was nothing quite as shameful as limping away from door with the words “not with those shoes” ringing in your ears. It is true of all nightclubs that the ritual of being assessed at the door creates the illusion of exclusivity. Being granted access always felt like an achievement at least on par with completing year 12. Ideally, it too would have come with a certificate instead of an ink stamp, the outline of which would stay on your wrist with the persistence of a bad tattoo. Once inside, you rubbed shoulders, elbows and pretty much every other part of your anatomy with the crowd whether you wanted to or not, such was the demand for space. As I remember it, every night at the Dava was identical, with the same band forever on stage. It was as though they were being held hostage

in the basement and only allowed out to perform. The band was Andrew Hosking and Coupe De Ville and they played cover songs like a veritable human jukebox. Much like Dorian Grey, there must have been a portrait of “the Coupe” resting somewhere in an attic, slowly surrendering to old age while the band remained immune. Night after night, they churned out songs from hell’s own FM playlist to successive generations of 18-yearolds who – having gained entry – had no idea of what to do next. Much like the Wiggles for intoxicated teens, they would have watched from the stage as one generation of fan was replaced by the next. Until, presumably, there were no more. I have long since stopped going to nightclubs. As a result, I never wonder whether my footwear is to a suitable standard. I believe the Dava no longer caters to restless teens and now firmly pitches its wares to the family market. Perhaps it, too, grew up. As to the whereabouts of Andrew Hosking and Coupe De Ville, I couldn’t say. My only hope that someone remembered to release them from the basement. I’ll admit that I’d love to know whether they’ve had to adapt to maintain a sense of musical currency – spitting out the latest by Bieber and Gaga and the like – or whether they remain as they were, as frozen in time as an overpriced daiquiri you purchased by accident and barely had enough money to pay for. But wherever they are, you can rest assured the Coupe remain forever onstage in the nightclub of my soul. www.stuartmccullough.com

Handel by the sea By Marilyn Cunnington MORNINGTON Peninsula music lovers don’t need to travel to the city this year for Handel’s Messiah as it is being brought to St Mary’s Star of the Sea Church in Sorrento by the Anglican and Roman Catholic parishes of Sorrento and Rye. The full majesty of Handel’s oratorio will be revealed on Saturday 10 December at 5pm by the Gloriana Chamber Choir, the Choir of St Peter’s Eastern Hill and the St Peter’s Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Andrew Raiskums, with distinguished soprano Merlyn Quaife, Victorian Opera’s Roxane Hislop (mezzo), Jacob Lawrence (tenor) and Nicholas Dinopoulos (baritone). Since the oratorio premiered in Dublin in 1742, it has had a constant and devoted following. The practice of standing during the famous Hallelujah Chorus probably started at the London premiere, at which King George II supposedly stood. Conductor Andrew Raiskums encourages the tradition, be it authentic or not. “Why not stand for such a rousing chorus? It’s hard enough for the audience not to join in with the singing!” Merlyn Quaife has sung in many Messiahs throughout her varied career. “It is a work you can always come back to and find fresh ways to interpret,” she said. Sorrento is privileged to have such a performer heading the ensemble. Her recent triumph in Opera Australia’s Bliss at the Edinburgh Festival and at the Sydney Opera House and our own State Theatre had reviewers acclaiming her work. Be the repertoire baroque, classical or contemporary, Merlyn has the reputation of a supreme performer and interpreter. Joining her as soloist is a baritone of great promise at the beginning of his career, Nicholas Dinopoulos. Having studied at the University of Melbourne with Merlyn, he approaches his performances with the same integrity and enthusiasm. “Besides my appearances with The Opera Studio

Melbourne throughout the year, I look forward to invitations to sing in the Messiah. It suits my voice and I particularly love The Trumpet Shall Sound to pitch myself against a powerful baroque trumpet.” Tristram Williams will be providing the power behind the trumpet. He joined the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra as its youngest member and has, since going solo, carved an impressive international career, finding time to be lecturer in trumpet at the University of Melbourne. Roxane Hislop, mezzo, and Jacob Lawrence, tenor, complete the soloists for this performance and the St Peter’s Chamber Orchestra has at its core the virtuoso harpsichordist Elizabeth Anderson. With such a line-up of solo talent along with the professional instrumentalists and 40 voice choir, the peninsula will be resounding to Handel’s glorious music. There will be an hour’s dinner break in the middle of the performance, bringing echoes of England’s elegant Glyndebourne Festival to seaside Sorrento. The audience will be able to enjoy a BYO picnic in St Mary’s grounds or adjourn to a hotel or cafes just a block away. Take advantage of the early bird savings with silver section $30 and gold section $40. Phone 5989 8620 for credit card bookings (MasterCard or Visa) or cash sales at Jack’n’Andy’s Op Shop, Melbourne Rd, Sorrento, or the Anglican Parish office, Lyons St, Rye. The organisers appreciate the support of the Rye and Dromana branches of Bendigo Bank. Western Port News 22 November 2011

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Performance THERE have been some exciting music projects over the years where a bunch of talented musicians get together and record. Australian bands like Fourth House (Wild World 1971), Pastoral Symphony (Love Machine 1968) and The Road Cases, an instrumental music project led by Rod McCormack and Stuie French, spring to mind. Boney M creator and producer Frank Farian called together a bunch of talented musicians including Toto singer Bobby Kimball, Survivor lead vocalist Robin McAuley, drummer Simon Phillips (The Who, Tears for Fears), Toto keyboard player David Paich and Toto guitarist Steve Lukather, and produced Far Corporation’s top 10 hit with the Led Zeppelin classic, Stairway to Heaven. You can seet it at: www.youtube. com/watch?v=IzDEmkfb6VI They were the first group to have a top 10 hit with a Led Zep composition. Blue Mountains-based blues “project” band The Woodpickers is a recording initiative of musician and songwriter John Murphy. Murphy plays bass, guitar, mandolin and writes and produces for The Woodpickers. He was also a founding member of the Foreday Riders, a well-

respected blues band that has been on the scene for nearly 40 years. The Woodpickers is an all-acoustic country-folk project conceived by Murphy to present his songs. Featuring some of the best-known vocalists in Australian country music, The Woodpickers include Broderick Smith (Carson, Dingoes, Big Combo), Doug Rowe (Flying Circus) multiple Golden Guitarist Allan Caswell, Doug Bligh (Windchase), Clare O’Mara (violin and accordion), John Stuart (dobro and slide guitar) and John Murphy (bass, guitar and mandolin). Murphy wrote all 12 tracks on the album. The Woodpickers has released a new

album, Down the Line (Australian Roots Music), with track one featuring the vocals of all three singers, Broderick Smith, Allan Caswell and Doug Rowe, and destined to be a country hit. Down the Line will turn a few heads and certainly test the music judgement at many country music awards including Tamworth. Allan Caswell, the new ambassador for the Winnebago RV Club (pictured), is a six-time Golden Guitar winner and best known for writing the theme for the TV series Prisoner. Caswell has published more than 900 songs and had more than 500 songs recorded worldwide by such artists as Cilla Black, Irish Rovers, Patti Page, Slim Dusty and The Living End. He has worked with Garth Brooks, Don McLean, Tommy Emmanuel, Gerry and the Pacemakers, Herman’s Hermits, Little River Band, and Pam Ayers. Project creator Murphy has performed in many urban cowboy bands. John’s music is heavily informed by the influence of Woody Guthrie and the blues folk boom of the early 1960s. Down the Line is a testament to folk and blues’ most-celebrated Australian players at the pinnacle of their game exhibiting some of the best violin,

picking and heartfelt harmonies I have heard in Australia for some time. It’s distributed by WJO info@wjodistribution.com or email The Woodpickers: woodpicker@ozemail.com. au *** THE meaning of Christmas will come alive when Eagle’s Nest Theatre presents Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol at the Athenaeum Theatre 8-11 December. Paul Zachariah will once again bring to life more than 20 characters from this heart-warming story. Zachariah has performed many classic roles including Macbeth, Hamlet and One Flew over the Cuckoo’s Nest. Tickets 1300 795 012 or 9650 1500. www.charlesdickensperforms.com *** THIS month sees the release on DVD of the Martin Scorsese picture George Harrison – Living in the Material World (Roadshow). The limited collector’s edition Bluray Disc combo pack traces the life of Harrison with photos and footage not seen before. The film features interviews with his closest friends, home movies and rare archival materials. Produced by his widow, Olivia Harrison, the film features commentary by

humming a favourite song of mine (After You’ve Gone), which also applies throughout summer. *** WHY are all those people getting stuck into the owners of poker machines? Take my mate James, as in Packer. A nicer bloke you wouldn’t meet. If Jimmy says he does more than his share to address problem gambling, then I believe him. Jimmy invests millions for our pleasure. Crown casino cheerfully accommodates 25,000 visitors a day and offers free chicken and chips. Sure, they make on average $150,000 profit a year on each of their 2500 machines, but our entertainment costs money. The atmosphere, lighting, staff, the chicken and chips, and the pleasure; it all costs. No one forces us, and Jimmy and his mates are there to welcome us 24 hours a day so that we all have a bonzer time; smoking allowed. Empty pockets and empty heads but lots of fun. If our government is serious about gambling restrictions, does that include Jimmy? Never. *** TELSTRA, Vodafone and Optus, again in our interests, bent over back-

wards by providing additional capacity at Flemington during Cup Week to ensure we could all use our mobile phones to ring home. Not to be left out, our good friends Tabcorp offered free wireless internet access. *** IT’S been going on forever. Way back in 2003-05 it was former Army General Peter Cosgrove and the Iraq war. Peter may be a gentleman but he was used to painting a picture for us. A feel good, feel proud, forget Iraq. Most of those who think they “think” for us are devious, self-important, greedy, power-hungry, ignorant people at best, although I’ll concede they don’t think of themselves that way. Politician wasps and all the drone bees surrounding them, each with a sting for each other. It may well be a 23-degree spring day as you read this; a barbecue to go to, a couple of beers, a wine, cup of tea, good friends. That’s the bright side, that’s the focus. But what of reality, or would you rather do a Scarlett O’Hara and think about that tomorrow? Rupert Murdoch owns the Herald Sun and The Australian. Whip up a 1200-person survey with the questions based on the answers they require to

indoctrinate the many. They want to get richer, more powerful. Why? I have no idea but sadly it’s in all of us. Rome is forever burning. A big game of luck/chance, the wasps and the drone bees, forever lurking. Drink your tea. Have another chop. *** WHAT is free speech? It’s when you say anything you want to say provided it doesn’t upset the government, Lord Mayor Robert Doyle, females and ASIO. These lovely people represent the secret police of our world. I could list what happens to people who do not follow their rules, but it would take up a dozen of my columns and shortly after my first column was in print (if it ever got to print), I would be in big trouble. My comment here is simply to say, in the nicest possible way: “OK. I understand, and I promise to be good.” *** CONGRATS to Ted’s lot for approving a generous pay rise for our police force; they deserve it. Hopefully this will not come at a cost to nurses, teachers and Human Services workers, which it probably will. There lingers a slight smell about it all, however, with the likes of Messrs Peter

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A Grain of Salt ANOTHER Melbourne Cup Day departs and with it the monkeys (celebrities) return to their lesser lives, planning furiously for the next big event. What designer dress to wear? What colours will be in fashion? Where will the cameras be? The monkeys on parade with shorter short dresses. Added to by former racing minister Rob Hulls saying “We bring our own strain of egalitarianism, a great leveller when suburbia and celebrity come together”. How would you know Rob? I didn’t see any suburbia in the Birdcage. *** THE Friday before Cup Day I lay down for a quick snooze. No chance. Not another Greek Day! Can’t they cancel and send their money home to save world finances? I gave up; decided to go see. I might come across a nice Greek girl, or Alex Dimitriades; give him a few tips on acting. I saw older Greeks doing a strange dance; lots of eating to the tune of their weird music, no Zorba in sight. I had the ancient face so I donned black to blend in; got a free feed, but it was bloody noisy. Be nice to have 10 picnics every year outside their houses with loudspeakers. I departed early,

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Weather plays havoc with cricket HASTINGS First XI played Mt Martha in round 4, still looking for its first win of the season. Mt Martha won the toss and chose to bat. Scott Phillips took a wicket in his third over, 1/4, before sustaining a back injury and not taking part for the rest of innings. The other bowlers dug deep and had Mt Martha in trouble at tea at 5/103 off 41 overs. Luke Hewitt was given the ball and rose to the occasion taking 3/37 off 12 overs. After tea Mt Martha managed a couple of good partnerships, firstly 51 for the 6th wicket then an unbroken 57 for the 9th wicket, which saw them reach 8/223 off 75 overs at stumps. Tim Birch toiled hard taking 3/87 off 24 overs, Darren Kerr 1/26 off 12 overs, and Hewitt finished with 3/51. The second week saw heavy morning rain, but play started on time and Danny Heylbut and Kerr set about building a platform with an excellent 73-run opening partnership. Heylbut

was dismissed for a patient 18. Trevor Johnston joined Kerr and they took the score to 1/106 at tea when the heavens again intervened with play being called off at 5.10pm. Kerr finished with a solid, confidence-building 47no while Johnston made 21no. The players should be able to take some confidence out of this match into next week and hopefully come home with a win. Seconds vs Mt Martha: The young seconds team had a very disappointing match in which they were bowled out for 36 and 41 in only 56 overs. Only one player reached double figures in either innings, which shows that the boys need to occupy the crease for longer periods, temper there shot selection and make the opposition bowlers work harder for their wickets. Mt Martha scored 4/139 with Wade Delahaye taking 2/22 off 8 overs, Aaron Wilson 1/23 and Jake Ryan 1/25.

Thirds vs Sorrento: Hastings batted first, scoring 7/155 from its 40 overs. Stuart Burrows continued his recent good form with a solid 51, Morgan Darrer hit a quick 34, Chris Marsh 25no and Kayne Lewis 16no. Hastings bowled Sorrento into a corner as they collapsed to 5/52 in the 22nd over, but with some strong hitting and some luck, they scored the winning runs off the last ball of the match. Stephen Lewis, playing his first game for the season, took 3/28 off 10 overs, Andrew Finn 1/17 off 10, Kevin Watson 1/44 off 10 and Matt Foy 1/36 off 8 overs. Thirds vs Red Hill: Hastings won the toss and batted, scoring 10/177 off its 40 overs on a very slow, wet outfield. Pat Foy got among the runs with 45, Darrer continued his good form with 39, Burrows made 21 and Marsh 15. Again, as with the firsts game, the rain came and Red Hill’s innings was washed out and the match was drawn.

Fourths played Delacombe Park on Sunday with the Parkers batting and scoring 10/136 off 39 overs. The wickets were shared around with Simon Clancy taking 3/27, Kyle Bradshaw 2/22, David Stark 1/8, Peter Hewitt 1/13, Peter Mawson 1/13 and Chris Lehmann 1/24. Hastings began its run chase in a positive way as Jason Manby hit a quick 23, Greg Bradshaw made 31, Shaun Manby a solid 32no and Mawson 21no. The side remains undefeated after three games. Juniors: Hastings U15s played top side Mornington who batted first, scoring an impressive 6/182 off its 45 overs. Jayden Deas was the pick of the bowlers taking 2/13 off 8 steady overs while Brodie Prestage took 2/26 off 7, Kayne Lewis 1/25 off 8 and Sean Hewitt 1/1 off 2 overs. Hastings began its run chase slowly, losing two early wickets, but again Deas was impressive scoring 35no out

of 2/48 when rain washed out play to see the match end in a draw. Hastings U13s played against POB. Hastings batted first, scoring a wellmade 8/159 off its 40 overs. Ryan McNamara was impressive with 30 ret, Shelby Lothian/Burdett made a good 26, Sean Hewitt 23, Cain Hannah 12, Jackson Coles 11 while B J Woodman retired on 8 POB made slow progress, but lost wickets at vital times and could only finish with 10/114 off 33 overs. Lothian Burdett had a morning out taking 4/11 off 5 tidy overs, McNamara 2/4 off 4, Corbin Overton 1/7, Coles 1/8, Lachie Barton 1/22 and Hewitt 1/23. With this win the side remains undefeated after four rounds. Hastings U11s played Crib Point scoring 9/67 off 32 overs. The second week of the game was washed out. The Hastings Cricket Club Milo in2Cricket program continues on Friday nights at 5pm.

Doc tackles Big Apple marathon and finishes a noble 35,000th THE story about 64-year-old Mornington GP Jack Knobel training for his first New York marathon (‘Running is a noble cause for Jack’, The News, 25/10/11) drew a great response from readers. Jack ran in the famous event on Sunday 6 November, his first marathon. He survived and covered the 42 kilometres in 5¼ hours, finishing about 35,000th out of 47,438 runners who had registered for the event. Last month Jack said he hoped to complete the gruelling journey in about 4½ hours.

He says he was slower than expected as his training runs were 35km and the additional 7km took its toll. Of the 1100 runners in his age group (60-64 years), Jack was placed 750th, a mighty effort. As he chugged across the finish line at Central Park, the exhausted GP resolved to stick to half-marathons in the future. The race, incidentally, was won by 30-year-old Kenyan Geoffrey Mutai in 2 hours 5 minute and 6 seconds, breaking the record, which had stood for 10 years, by 2 minutes and 30

seconds. The second and third placegetters, another Kenyan and an Ethiopian, also broke the record. The three men would have averaged about 20km/h for the distance. Jack resumed duties at his surgery on 15 November. He drew on his medical experience when he ended his chat with The News. “It was harder than I thought. It was probably a bit like childbirth: you have to have done it once to realise how tough it really is.” Peter McCullough

Ultra-marathoner just getting into her stride DEBORAH de Williams lived with the Henkes in Lyall St, Hastings, when she was recovering from an injury sustained when she tripped over a dog while running around Australia. Forty-two year old Deborah is an ultra-marathoner and was the first woman to run around Australia. This

year she was named Tasmanian of the Year for her efforts in raising funds for breast cancer. Deborah also ran in this year’s New York marathon as a member of Lance Armstrong’s team, raising funds for cancer research. Her problem was the opposite to Jack Knobel’s: while he found it a tad

too long, being an ultra-marathoner, Deborah was just starting to get into her stride when she reached the finish line. Her time was 6 hours 38 minutes and 34 seconds and, of the 46,795 who actually crossed the finish line, Deborah placed 46,063rd. Fran Henke

Challenge of a lifetime: Dr Jack Knobel competes in the New York marathon.

Strife in Mordi, but band played on WELL it’s the Silly Season; when regular players and recruits get to know one another and practice matches have to be arranged. But this sort of thing has been going on as long as football has been played. In the early days, a great deal of the travelling to practice games was done by boat. In 1892 Mornington tragically lost almost their entire side in a storm on the return journey from Mordialloc when the fishing vessel carrying the boys foundered on Pelican Reef off Mt Eliza. Hastings would play Gippsland sides after a boat trip across Western Port, and Queenscliff would sail over to Sorrento to play games. The late Ted McComb once told me he remembered that during a flood he took his boat with the Frankston team up to Mordialloc, setting a course alongside what is now known as Wells Road with four or five feet of water all the way.

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Frankston versus Mordialloc were regular practice games every year, but as far as I know Hastings only had one practice game up there, and they were never invited back! They hired a special train for the journey. I don’t know who won the game, but Hastings definitely won the fight that took place in the bandstand afterwards. The bandstand was down by the creek and the Mordialloc Brass Band was at full volume when the boys arrived after the game. The conductor took a dim view of it when some of them decided to join in. Hasting also supported a brass band at that

time, under the baton of Jim Kearns, a rather large man. Apparently he started the trouble when he picked up the drum and belted his opposition on the head with it. The drum couldn’t take the strain and the poor bloke ended up wearing it for a hat. Instruments got trampled flat in the fight that followed, and the cornet player ended up with his instrument in a position he never dreamed he would ever have the opportunity of playing it from! The bass suffered the same fate as the drummer. When the train arrived back at Hastings station, Constable Jimmy Watson was waiting to interview the offenders, but they slipped out the other side of the train into the bush and disappeared with their spoils of war: two battered trumpets. From Blue Power 1979 edition 3 (written by the late Norm Francis).

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So You Think speed not used to advantage By Peter Ellis in Louisville, Kentucky IT is just over 12 months since So You Think left the stables of Bart Cummings in acrimonious circumstances. In the time since being transferred to Coolmore Stud’s Irish trainer Aidan O’Brien, the five-year-old has registered four wins and two seconds from eight starts. But in my view So You Think’s record would have been even better if he remained in the care of the Cups King. In a stunning revelation in the aftermath of the recent Breeders’ Cup Classic at Churchill Downs in Kentucky, O’Brien said “he was still learning” about So You Think after having the horse for almost a year. This learning process in all likelihood prevented So You Think from finishing higher in the Prix de l’Arc De Triomphe at Longchamp and the Breeders’ Cup Classic. While the son of High Chaparral raced close to the lead when dominating Australia’s middle-distance races, the O’Brien team neglected to adopt these tactics in France and Kentucky. At Longchamp his jockey unwisely allowed him to settle towards the rear in a 16-horse field. Once clear in the straight he rattled home, but had to make up too much ground and finished fourth behind German filly Danedream. Then although he raced in fourth and fifth at Churchill Downs, he didn’t have a lot of galloping room and was in the worst part of the track. Had O’Brien instructed jockey Ryan

Set back: So You Think won the Mackinnon Stakes last year in heavy going at Flemington, right. Above, “Cups King” Bart Cummings. Pictures: Slickpix

Moore to use So You Think’s speed to advantage, there would have been two plusses. He would have been able to find the better part of the track, and he would have had continuous forward momentum. The defeats probably prevented So You Think’s value from soaring to around the $50 million mark. Now instead of being send to stud, he has to restore the gloss to his reputation. O’Brien has indicated that next year he will attempt to capitalise on So You Think’s speed as Cummings did while the horse was in Australia. So we will be watching the dual Cox Plate winner’s progress in 2012 with interest. With the major racing in Europe and the United States and the Melbourne Spring Carnival over, the focus now

moves to Perth. Cranbourne’s Craig Williams, who had a bumper spring carnival even though he missed the Melbourne Cup-winning ride on Dunaden, headed across the Nullabor to ride Avienus and Ortensia in the Group 1 features on Saturday at Ascot. Ortensia won impressively, but Avienus could only manage 10th.

Williams can already look forward to a successful autumn as a result of his association with up-and-coming three-year-old So Swift. The gelding was having only his fifth start when brilliantly ridden by Williams to snatch victory in the $350,000 Sandown Guineas. Based on this run, So Swift is going

to be a force in the rich three-year-old races in Melbourne and Sydney in the early part of next year. Others to catch the eye were Timely Truce, Shopaholic, Our Serena, Turnitup, The Big Steel, Highly Recommended, and Folding Gear. Best bet: Folding Gear.

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Summer Motoring Holden Volt sparks interest THE first Holden Volt has landed in Australia and has been revealed to employees at a special event held at Holden headquarters. The first cutting-edge Holden Volt arrived from the United States. It is a left-hand drive model that has been adapted for use by the engineering team to begin Australian validation and verification. The Volt has already been used for numerous engineering evaluation trips, which has seen it driven to various places around the country including Sydney and Canberra. Paul Gibson, Director of Electrical Engineering at Holden, said: “The engineering department will use these validation exercises to ensure the electrical infrastructure around the country supports the Volt and that the recharging process is as seamless as possible for customers.” The Volt represents a major milestone for the Red Lion brand. Holden Chairman and Managing Director Mike Devereux said the Volt would be a game changer for Holden and the wider automotive industry in Australia. “It is among the most technologically advanced cars on the road anywhere in the world and spearheads Holden’s push to become a leader in the field of tech-

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nology and sustainable motoring,” he said. “The Volt will make driving more economical, more environmentally friendly and will fundamentally change the way Australia thinks about alternative transport solutions. This is the start of something big for Holden and Australia.” He said many of the Volt’s benefits were due to its groundbreaking propulsion system; the Volt was the world’s first electric vehicle with extended range capability. Driven purely by the advanced lithium ion battery, the Volt can drive on electric-only power using electricity stored in its 16 kW/h lithium ion battery. When the battery runs low, a petrolpowered engine seamlessly operates to recharge the battery, so eliminating “range anxiety” and making the Volt the most practical electric car on the market, Holden said. Volt owners in the US have recorded up to 2300km (equivalent) of driving before needing to refuel the petrol engine, which acts as a generator to recharge the battery (www.gm-volt.com). Holden’s new dedicated Volt website has also launched. Look up www.holden.com.au/volt for more details. The Volt will go on sale in Australia towards the end of 2012.

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bles and other moving parts. Fix small mechanical problems before they become larger ones. You can save expensive repairs that way. Run your car air-conditioner even in winter. Just a few minutes will prevent seals from drying out. Make sure you check your radiator level regularly and top it up if necessary. Use coolant, not water, as this will retard corrosion and save later repairs. Make sure your fan belt is

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Summer MOTORING All about towing WHAT do we mean by compatibility, car and caravan, car/caravan and driver, and towball weight? Compatibility: This simply means that the car, caravan and driver must be compatible with each other. Car and caravan: The car must be capable of towing the caravan in a safe manner. The towbar manufacturer will have a towball and towing weight rating on the towbar. The vehicle manufacturer will have a maximum towing weight and towball weight on the vehicle. The lower of these two is the one that you must abide by. For example, the towbar manufacturer may state that the towbar is capable of towing 2100kg but the vehicle manufacturer states that a maximum of 1600kg may be towed using a braked caravan. Therefore, you must not exceed 1600kg with a fully loaded caravan. Car, caravan and driver: We have looked at the car and caravan but what about the driver? Does the driver of the vehicle have the training or experience to handle a combination the size that is being purchased or has in fact been purchased? We all like to think that we have the appropriate driving skills, but has enough thought been put into the initial purchase or has additional training been sought? A semi-trailer driver has to undergo a reasonable amount of training to drive a heavy vehicle on the road, however some of the car and caravan combinations are not much shorter than a semi. Don’t fool yourself: get some additional tuition as it could help keep the rubber on the bitumen. Towball weight: This is the amount of weight

that the coupling on the caravan exerts downwards on to the towball of the car. Towball weights will vary enormously, Australian-designed vehicles will normally allow 10 per cent of the total caravan weight, but European vehicles will often only allow 5 per cent of the caravan weight. For example, 1600kg will, on Australian vehicles, be 160kg towball weight while some European vehicles can tow 1600kg but only allow 80kg towball weight, so that stops you from towing most Australian-made caravans. Note some European SUVs will allow greater weights. Speak with your vehicle supplier. We can help you with caravan towing courses and various towing aids as we now have a wide range of caravan accessories at our premises at 25 Simcock St, Somerville. We can be contacted on the internet at www. utowcaravans.com, by email to: utowcaravans@ bigpond.com, or phone (03) 5978 0083 or mobile 0400 777 698.

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