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THE year’s hard slog is thankfully over for these Patterson River Secondary College VCE students who celebrated their success by leaping into the air. Nineteen students obtained 30 individual study scores above 40, which is remarkable in that only 8 per cent of VCE students can achieve that score. And two students obtained perfect study scores of 50. The college reports it is “immensely proud of the VCE class of 2014 who have achieved some outstanding VCE results. They have realised our motto of Striving for Excellence.” See story page 10. Picture: Gary Sissons

Air crash investigation Stephen Taylor steve@baysidenews.com.au AIRCRAFT-related items found by members of the public were up to 3 kilometres from the site of a light plane crash in Chelsea two months ago. They included the pilot’s flight crew licence and aviation medical certificate, aircraft pitot cover and warning flag, flight bag, En-route Supplement Australia book and a very high fre-

quency (VHF) handheld transceiver and antenna. The items were handed in to police and forwarded to the Australian Transport Safety Bureau, which is investigating the cause of the crash of the amateur-built Vans RV-6A on 14 October. Experienced pilot John Stephenson, 77, died when the plane crashed into a laneway and house off Thames Promenade, causing chaos in the normally quiet neighbourhood. A number of small post-impact fires

were extinguished by panicked onlookers and the fire brigade. Several houses and cars were significantly damaged. The fact that no one else was hurt is even more remarkable considering the plane crashed “in a significant nosedown attitude of about 35 degrees”, according to the report, and that wreckage was strewn up to 130 metres from the impact zone. “Other CCTV security cameras at Chelsea captured the last seconds of the flight. Analysis of that footage con-

firmed … an aircraft speed of about 370 km/h leading up to the impact with terrain.” Investigators found the propeller and engine 48 metres and 68 metres away. They said the vertical and horizontal tail surfaces were separated from the fuselage and from each other and were scattered along the wreckage trail. The right wing and parts of the fuselage were 95 metres from the impact point and largely intact. “The remainder of the aircraft, in-

cluding the cockpit, was destroyed during the impact sequence. Items associated with the aircraft were located in the laneway up to 130 metres from the point of impact.” After leaving Moorabbin airport at 1.20pm the plane was observed on radar climbing to 2900 feet and tracking south off the coast. After 1.32pm “no further radar returns were received”, the report said. Continued Page 4

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Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au IT took nearly two weeks since the 29 November state election but Carrum finally has a new member of parliament. The Victorian Electoral Commission officially declared Labor candidate Sonya Kilkenny the winner of the seat late last week. Ms Kilkenny unseated Liberal incumbent Donna Bauer by just over 500 votes. Ms Kilkenny had 50.72 per cent of the vote and Mrs Bauer 49.28 per cent after preferences were distributed. VEC figures show more than 5 per cent of the 39,425 votes cast in the Carrum electorate had ballot papers incorrectly completed or not filled in at all. Mrs Bauer conceded Carrum to Ms Kilkenny last Thursday morning after a recount. Mrs Bauer wished Ms Kilkenny well in her new role as MP. Mrs Bauer said “I am grateful and feel privileged to have represented the Carrum electorate”. “I have made many new friends, and have loved assisting hundreds of constituents and community groups with state government matters,” she said. “Thank you to all that have assisted throughout my term, especially my wonderful family, my staff and a great team of volunteers. “It’s been a remarkable journey and I now look forward to the next chapter in my life.” Ms Kilkenny said she is “proud” to

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be elected Carrum MP. She thanked Mrs Bauer for her “extraordinary graciousness” and “contribution and commitment to the community of Carrum”. While the Carrum result remained in doubt for days after polling day, the Mordialloc vote panned out as expected from early indications on election night. Labor’s Tim Richardson ousted Liberal MP Lorraine Wreford by more than 1500 votes. Mr Richardson had 52.10 per cent of the 38,354 votes cast while Ms Wreford had 47.9 per cent. More than 6 per cent of voters, 2641, did not complete their ballot papers correctly whether intentionally or otherwise.

Mr Richardson said he is “truly humbled and honoured to be chosen to represent the Mordialloc district in Victorian Parliament.” “I would like to thank the local community for their support. I look forward to working with our community to ensuring the needs of our region are met.” He thanked his campaign team and wished both Ms Wreford and Mrs Bauer well for their future after thanking them for their work for the community over the past few years. Labor won 47 of the 88 lower house seats, a 6 seat majority. The Coalition won 38 seats (Liberals 30, Nationals 8), the Greens won 2 seats and an Independent won Shepparton from the Nationals.

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Lego makes problem solving child’s play Stephen Taylor steve@baysidenews.com.au LEGO’S gone hi-tech. The once basic building blocks have joined the computer age and children are revelling in the challenges the toy offers them. Two men – Ben Willmott, of Cheltenham and Jeff Harris, formerly of Mordialloc – became aware of the potential for children to enjoy advanced Lego computer engineering about three months ago and have tapped into its potential. They now run Lego Mindstorms EV3 techcamps on weekends and over school holidays at Shirley Burke Theatre, Parkers Rd, Parkdale. The techcamps – not real camps but team events for 8-12 year olds – provide a structured sequence of programming activities in real-world project-based contexts. A ‘learn by doing’ approach is at the core of all their programs and workshops. The projects are designed to get students thinking about the patterns and structures of not just robotics, but also programming and problemsolving generally. Working in teams of two, and sharing a Lego Mindstorms EV3 Robotics kit and a computer, children are in-

troduced to core computer programming logic and reasoning skills in a robotics engineering context. They work through a sequence of mini projects - plus a capstone challenge – using the technology “but there’s a place for good old teamwork there, too,” said Mr Willmott, who has a technology-based consulting background. “By the end of the Techcamp, students should be better thinkers, not just coders, having learned software, problem solving and project management skills. “Once they have learned the basics they can join our term time robotics club where they will be given a new challenge to solve each week using Lego Robotics.” Despite its scientific and engineering focus, the real reason many children attend is because they want to have fun. It’s just play to many who probably don’t even realise they are learning advanced skills vital to senior school and university studies. About 20 students attended last week’s techcamp where they became familiar with motors, gyros, sensors and touch screens. “Certain types of kids are attracted to this but, generally, we have a

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Look what we did: Lego Tech at Parkdale allows Nick and Blake to learn while having fun. Picture: Gary Sissons

broad mix,” Mr Willmott said. “Often it suits those with Aspergers [syndrome] or autism because of their abilities to concentrate.” Whatever the reason, all the kids

seem to be loving it. Also see the ‘What’s On’ section at kingston.vic.gov.au for details of other school holidays activities in Kingston.

KINGSTON police are taking part in Operation Pacer, which offers those suffering mental health issues a more streamlined service - without tying up police resources. Police Ambulance Crisis Emergency Response is a mobile unit that provides support to police dealing with the mentally ill. Kingston, Bayside and Glen Eira are participating. The service combines the capacity and experience of a police member with the skills and knowledge of a mental health clinician. In their role, the clinician can attend to specific incidents and assess, treat and accompany to hospital those deemed in need of treatment. Sergeant Lisa Prince said the introduction of Pacer units had led to “better results all round”. “It’s more compassionate where we help each other. The prospects of a safe outcome are heightened while police can more easily get back on the road – without being stuck in hospital.” The multi-agency approach has been trialled successfully across the state. Police on the Mornington Peninsula are also involved with Operation Pacer. “The clinicians are a valuable resource for frontline police and the outcomes for the community are life-changing,” Inspector Karen Nyholm said.

Wedge report ‘a waste of money’ Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au A NEW report on Kingston’s Green Wedge has been called a waste of ratepayers’ money after councillors decided to press ahead with a contentious report to investigate the possibility of rezoning part of Kingston’s Green Wedge. Earlier this year, a narrow majority of councillors voted to hire a consultant to advise whether land – located between Kingston and Heatherton roads and Lower Dandenong Road and on the eastern side of Tootal Rd in Dingley Village – could be rezoned to a Rural Living Zone. The minimum lot size in a RLZ is 2000 square metres, effectively opening up any rezoned green wedge land to residential development. Council spent $340,000 on a Kingston Green Wedge Plan report by consultants Planisphere in 2012 and will now spend an additional $164,000 on a further re-

port from consultants Meinhardts. The Planisphere report did not recommend that the green wedge land to be looked at again be rezoned. At Monday evening’s council meeting, Cr Steve Staikos said the new report “is a waste of money”. “Council will outsource the production of a useless report that will have very little or no weight to government,” he said. The incoming Labor state government will ultimately determine whether the stipulated green wedge land can be rezoned to RLZ. Cr Rosemary West said Labor had “promised to lock down the boundaries of the Green Wedge” so it is unlikely the government would support “subdividing” land in the Green Wedge. “Before we spend $164,000 we should at least speak to the government and see whether this has any chance of success.” Cr Ron Brownlees said the Meinhardt’s report may make the Labor state

government reconsider its pre-election policy. “If [the new government] see the report it may well say to them: ‘Gee whiz, there are some options here’ so let’s not close them out.” At a council meeting in July, Cr Rosemary West queried how much the report would cost. Council city strategy manager Jonathan Guttman said at the time that “it’s very appropriate in this instance to market test the cost of this work”. “We would seek an expression of interest. I don’t have any way of quantifying the cost at this stage. We will prepare a brief, seek market interest and we can advise council then accordingly of the cost,” Mr Guttman said in July. At Monday evening’s meeting, sustainable planning general manager Rachel Hornsby said “it’s not possible for [council] officers to say how much something will cost until something is signed.” Cr West expressed disappointment

that councillors were not informed of the report cost before the contract was signed on 8 December. “I’ve been told by an officer that when tenders came in we would be informed of the cost,” she said. “It was only this week, with officers on the brink of signing the contract, that we learned that the work would cost $164,000.” Council declined to divulge any ballpark figures for additional Green Wedge report costs when asked by The News earlier this year. Crs Tamsin Bearsley, Brownlees, Geoff Gledhill, Paul Peulich and John Ronke backed the production of the report from Meinhardt’s. Crs Tamara Barth, David Eden, Staikos and West opposed the move. Kingston mayor Cr Geoff Gledhill said council has made contact with the newly elected Labor state government to seek meetings with ministers. Labor’s Richard Wynne has succeeded

former Coalition government minister Matthew Guy as the state planning minister after Labor won government at last month’s state election. Cr Gledhill told The News “councillors had been involved in discussions about the report, which included the indicative costs of the project. “Council could have requested a report come back to a full council meeting for further approval, but this would have added to the project timelines. Instead, at the July meeting officers were directed to proceed as the expected costs were well within the officer delegation allowed.” Cr West said “council is planning to spend nearly half as much again [$164,000], after spending $340,000 on the Kingston Green Wedge Plan, to undermine the Green Wedge Plan’s recommendations with no benefit to anyone with anyone except a small group of landowners who can expect windfall gains”.

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The day after: Air crash investigators sift through the wreckage of the light plane in Chelsea in October. Picture: Gary Sissons

Accidents plagued plane before crash Continued from Page 1 The report said witnesses saw the plane “descending rapidly” before hitting the ground eight kilometres south of Moorabbin. The pilot – with 1659 flying hours to his credit - was fatally injured. Civil Aviation Safety Authority records show the aircraft was built in 1999 and first registered as an amateurbuilt aircraft in 2003. Mr Stephenson was its registered owner and operator. The ATSB database reveals the aircraft had been involved in two previous accidents. In 2007 it suffered engine failure and was damaged during a forced landing. A new Lycoming IO‑360 engine was installed, the damage repaired and the plane “returned to flying status”. In another landing accident in 2010 the nose wheel collapsed and the pro-

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peller hit the ground while the engine was running. It was replaced with another Lycoming IO‑360 engine, the damage repaired and the aircraft again returned to flying status. Only a month before the fatal crash the plane’s engine caught fire while it was taxiing at Moorabbin. The ATSB report states that, after the blaze was extinguished, the pilot inspected the engine and associated areas, and reported to friends that there “appeared to be no damage as a result of the fire”. Crash investigators have yet to determine the cause of the Chelsea crash, with inflight data suggesting the engine was working normally. They have yet to determine the cause of falling engine oil pressure seven seconds before the end of the recorded data when the aircraft was about 640 metres to the north of the accident site.

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It has been revealed that there was no emergency broadcast from the pilot, or evidence of any partial transmissions, open-microphone transmissions or over-transmissions during the flight. The investigation is continuing and will include examination of the engine and propeller, cockpit canopy locking mechanisms, construction, maintenance and repair history of the aircraft, the viability of recovering additional data from the accident-damaged GPS units, and the pilot’s medical and flying history. A CASA spokesman said the Vans RV-6A had no significant accident history. He said six fatalities from 19882010, considering all the variables involved in aircraft accidents, was “not disproportionate”.

A COMPROMISE has been reached over a parking permit scheme for Chelsea traders with a 12-month trial set to begin early next year. Some shop owners were unhappy with the details of a scheme due to begin in September so Kingston Council has decided to make “significant” changes to the plan. Traders had criticised an “excessive” $268 annual fee per parking space and questioned whether 80 car parking spaces behind the behind the Chelsea shopping centre near the Woolworths store was a sufficient number for small business owners and their staff (‘Backlash over parking permits’, The News 13/8/14). At this week’s council meeting, Cr Tamsin Bearsley said changes to the permit plan had been made after “a series of discussions with the traders”. “There was significant interest in the scheme and that’s made us change the total number of permits available from 80 to 100 and we’ll see how that goes,” Cr Bearsley said. “We’ve made a few significant changes because some of the traders said they were confused about where they were going to park and they were unhappy with the limited

number of parks available.” The new scheme – to be rolled out after the summer holiday season – will see traders offered four parking permits each for themselves and employees. Each permit will cost $200 per year. Reserved trader parking spaces will be available at the southern and northern ends of the Chelsea shopping centre car park with the central area open to shoppers. Parking restrictions for shoppers and residents will only apply 9am5pm on weekdays, not overnight or on weekends. “We believe the new restrictions strike a good balance between the needs of shoppers and staff and we will carefully monitor the success of the trial over the next 12 months,” Kingston mayor Cr Geoff Gledhill said. About ten all-day car parking spaces in the area, possibly regularly used by commuters, will be converted into 4-hour restricted spaces for shoppers. “We will continue to monitor to ensure the scheme meets both traders’ and shoppers’ needs,” Cr Bearsley said. Cr Bearsley thanked traders for their patience and asked for feedback during the 12-month trial next year.

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Delicacy: Fisheries scientist and scallop diver Grant Leeworthy is angling to win a second licence to handharvest Port Phillip scallops. Picture: Gary Sissons

Scientist wants bay scallops on the menu Mike Hast mike@baysidenews.com.au THE state government issued one licence for scallops to be hand-harvested in Port Phillip earlier this year, ending a 17-year ban on commercial harvesting, but one of the men who proved scallop viability continues to lobby for a second licence. On 20 February 2014, government agency the Department of Environment and Primary Industries announced that Port Welshpool-based fisherman Bruce Collis and his company Vicfish Pty Ltd had won an auction for the licence. Mr Collis paid $180,000 for the right to harvest 12 tonnes of scallops a year, with no more than two tonnes coming from any one of six subzones in Port Phillip. The decision dismayed Seaford-based fisheries scientist, scallop diver and fisherman Grant Leeworthy, who heads Port Phillip Bay Scallop Dive Fishery Association and has been an abalone diver and aquaculturalist. “Colleagues and I did two stock assessments in 2009-10 and 2012 at a cost of about $500,000 so it was a blow when the government announced it would issue just one licence and for such a small amount,” he said. “We were never going to be able to bid for what we think is an uneconomic licence.” Mr Leeworthy said Port Phillip’s scallop grounds could support harvesting of between 200 and 400 tonnes a year. He appealed DEPI’s decision in the Supreme Court but it was dismissed, leaving him with a legal bill of $26,000. “It was very disappointing as the issuing of one licence appears to contradict government competitive policy.” The change of government last month has revived his ambition and he will again seek a second licence. He said Port Phillip could support four licences. Mr Leeworthy said scallops were again in good numbers after the government banned scallop dredging in Port Phillip in 1997. Mornington was the epicentre of the industry with dozens of scallop boats moored at the

town’s pier and a processing factory in the light industrial area. “There are good beds between Rye and Point Cook as well as around St Leonards and Portarlington,” he said. Mr Leeworthy said he had the support of WWF-Australia (formerly World Wildlife Fund) and the Victorian National Parks Association. During the auction process last year, DEPI said “a scallop dredge fishery began in Port Phillip in 1963. The fishery expanded over the next few years but collapsed in 1969 due to overexploitation. The fishery recovered and continued until 1997 when the government closed the dredge fishery”. “Catches varied considerably from year to year, ranging from 18 to 2000 tonnes meat weight when the fishery was operating. At the time of the closure, 18 fishers held commercial fishing licences for scallop fishing in Port Phillip, while a further 66 held licences for Port Phillip and the Ocean Zone. Fishers were paid compensation when the dredge fishery was closed.” Mr Leeworthy said 95 per cent of scallops lived for three years with some living for six. “They die between February and April.” He said spider crabs feed on scallops but they were also eaten by introduced marine pests such as the Northern Pacific seastar, which has flourished in Port Phillip without natural predators since it arrived in ballast water in about 1995. Mr Leeworthy said his ambition was to open “Scallop World” on the beach at Rye where children could see live scallops in tanks and people could try various scallop dishes in a restaurant or cafe. “We could generate at least 20 direct, full-time jobs.” Bruce Collis reportedly said his scallops would be sold to Neil Perry’s Rockpool group of restaurants. All but the most expensive scallops come from China.

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Between the flags: Carrum Surf Life Saving Club’s Daniel Male and Ben Brooks are ready to watch out for danger to beachgoers this summer season. Picture: Gary Sissons

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UNLOCKED vehicles and people leaving their valuables in cars continue to be a problem for Kingston police. Yesterday a thief entered an unlocked vehicle in a driveway in Sherwood Ave, Chelsea, between 1-5am, and stole a Dell laptop and wrapped Christmas gifts.

A TRADIE of Glenola Rd, Chelsea was robbed of valuable tools overnight on 7 December. Thieves stole three cordless drills, circular saw, torch and angle grinder from the rear of his ute.

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Lifesavers back on patrol WARM weather last weekend had beachgoers flocking to the sea and sand, with lifesavers from Mentone to Carrum reporting business as usual. Theirs were among the 56 patrolled beaches - and 30,685 volunteer members across the state - back at work for the 2014-15 summer season. “We ask all beachgoers to take care of themselves and assist our lifesavers by swimming at the patrolled beaches, between the red and yellow flags. If our lifesavers can’t see you, they can’t save you,” LSV manager lifesaving operations Greg Scott said. “While we encourage people to get outdoors and enjoy our coast, it’s so important that people realise just how dangerous beaches can be – even on those days of ‘perfect’ beach weather,” he said. “Rip currents will occur at all beaches, even in bays. They are extremely dangerous and difficult to spot.” He said beachgoers should check the weather conditions, including tides and swells for the beach they are visiting. They should look out for any forecasted changes as they can come across quickly. They should read safety signs the beach and ensure they understand the local hazards and dangers, and assess the conditions and their abilities and

whether activities are appropriate for the conditions. Mr Scott said all reported coastal drowning deaths in 2013-14 occurred at beaches that were not patrolled by lifesavers at the time. Carrum Surf Life Saving Club secretary Ben Rooks said new members are always welcome and the club is currently recruiting new volunteer surf lifesavers. Anyone can be a lifesaver and their team will provide all training. Programs can be amended to suit differing skills and ability levels. Bronze Medallion training will be held at the Carrum SLSC on Monday evenings from 6.30pm, from 5 January next year. Training covers surf awareness, survival, patrol and rescue procedures, emergency care plus anatomy and physiology and is for anyone aged over 15. Other programs are available for people under this age. For more information email info@carrumslsc.com or visit facebook.com/CarrumSLSC Port Phillip Bay lifesavers have already been busy patrolling since 15 November. Last season lifesavers and lifeguards performed 513 rescues across the state and attended to 1548 first aid cases.

COMMERCIAL burglaries are an on-going problem in the Braeside area, police say. Offenders broke into a factory in Lakewood Blvd between 5pm Monday and 3.10am Tuesday and used a stool left outside to smash the glass door. They entered and stole two laptops valued at over $1000 before the alarm was activated.

Police warning TRADERS are warned not to leave large amounts of money in registers or on premises. “Thieves love Christmas shopping, too,” Sergeant Lisa Prince said.

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Subways robbed BURGLARIES at Subway stores are continuing, with the most recent between 10.30pm Saturday and 7.15am Sunday at Chelsea Heights. After drilling out the rear door lock, an offender stole $680 from a bag hidden behind a rubbish bin in the office. This was the third burglary at these premises in a short period of time, police say.

Kayak missing THIEVES may have entered the backyard of a house in Palm Beach Drive, Patterson Lakes, from the water to steal a Kahi one-man kayak. The blue at the front and white at the back craft, including paddles, is valued at more than $500. The theft occurred between 29 November and 11 December. Chelsea police are investigating.

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Patterson River students hit their top VCE marks LANA Collins and Bernard Field – named joint Dux at Patterson River Secondary College at the presentation night last week – vindicated their selection with high ATAR scores. Lana achieved an amazing 99.20 and Bernard 98.45. Senior school manager Leigh O’Brien said the college was “immensely proud of the VCE class of 2014 who have achieved some outstanding VCE results. They have realised our motto of Striving for Excellence.” The college is also celebrating the success of 19 students who obtained 30 individual study scores above 40.

As an indicator of excellence only 8 per cent of VCE students can achieve a 40-plus study score. Two Patterson River students obtained a perfect study score of 50: Lana in Health & Human Development and Bernard in Physics. Shae Grinsted obtained five individual 40plus study scores.

Duces delight: Lana Collins and Bernard Field, both dux of Patterson River Secondary, achieved high VCE marks. Lana scored 99.2 and Bernard scored 98.45. Picture: Gary Sissons

New Carols by Kingston venue thrills ABOUT 4000 people flocked to Carols by Kingston at Sir William Fry Reserve in Highett to share the spirit of Christmas on Sunday evening. Kingston mayor Cr Geoff Gledhill said the event was an incredible success thanks to the spectacular fireworks display, talented line-up of performers and the new venue. “We were thrilled to present a whole new line-up of incredible performers including Shane Jacobson, Sylvie Palladino and the Mordialloc Jazz Orchestra,” Cr Gledhill said. “The new venue allowed far more people to get a great view of the stage, parking and access was simple and easy, plus it was all topped off with the return of the fireworks – which was a big hit with the crowds.” “We want to thank everyone for coming along and getting into the festive spirit. It was a wonderful event that brought the community together and a great way to kick off the festive season.”

Carols and fireworks: Entertainer Shane Jacobson, far right, wowed the crowd at this year’s Carols by Kingston event before fireworks, right, sealed a familyfriendly evening out at Highett’s William Fry Reserve.

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ith luxurious Independent Living units, community centre and attractive grounds these outstanding Retirement Villages have only limited numbers of vacant units at any one time. More than one hundred and thirty units are occupied. The villages have both low and high care medical services available in on-site Nursing Homes, an amenity designed to cater to the future needs of village residents. All community members have the added comfort of 24 /7 emergency medical care on site, if it’s ever needed. ll units are beautifully decorated and comprehensively appointed. They are spaciously light and bright, with either 2 bedrooms or 2 bedrooms and a study, and all have huge garages with electric doors and direct internal access. Each unit has living room access to a private, fenced, paved and landscaped courtyard. High quality heat / cool, air conditioners, modern blinds and lighting, stainless steel appliances including dishwashers, wall ovens and cook tops and quality fittings are all included. lub House facilities include dining areas, billiards, bowls & library, big screen H.D Fox Tel TV & DVD, computer centre and BBQ facilities. Social, fitness and recreational activities in the clubhouse and outings in the community bus are all part of village life. Happy hour is every Friday. Pets are welcome at the Villages and ‘lost’ pets may always be replaced. Both villages adjoin public parks, with‘leash free’ areas for dogs. he Villages are both close to shopping centres and buses. Supermarket, pharmacy, cafes, post office, newsagent. Those whose future considerations include possible health concerns, will find comfort in these villages where ‘ageing in place’ requirements are met. Any resident whose health deteriorates, has no need to move from the village or be separated from their partner. Experienced nursing staff, on the premises, are available to offer care in their own unit. ith units from just $295,000 and Service fees around $60pw both initial prices and ongoing costs remain well below other villages, representing genuinely better value for money.

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Setting the tone BUILT 16 years ago, this beautiful double storey brick home raises the bar again for those seeking the ultimate in acreage properties. The private setting is guarded by an impressive wrought-iron gate set into a sandstone brick wall, with a sealed driveway, flanked by established trees, leading up to a hotel-style portico. The grand entry foyer is highlighted by a wall of glass bricks and tucked behind is a sunken formal lounge with open fire place that gently curves into the dining area. The hallway continues past a separate office and opens into the dazzling kitchen and family zone. The gleaming kitchen features stainless-steel appliances including a dishwasher, free-standing oven and a rangehood. From the casual living zone you step out to an undercover patio, with more outdoor entertaining space branching off the triple garage on the other side of the home. To complete the downstairs area is a magnificent games room with space for a billiard table, and set into one corner is a superb bar straight out of a country pub. The three bedrooms are all upstairs and opulent barely describes the quality on offer. The sumptuous main bedroom has private balcony access where a view of the property and surrounding countryside is on offer. There is a massive walk-in robe and the incredible ensuite has marble steps leading up to a spa bath. A second bedroom also has a walkin robe and shares the upstairs bathroom with the third bedroom. The 20.23-hectare site has nine fenced paddocks with drinking troughs connected to mains water and a bore, connected to a three phase power Grundfos pump, covers the garden watering system. The jewel in the crown here is undoubtedly the postcard perfect ornamental lake and wetlands, which is surrounded by abundant flora and features a quaint bridge to a small island. Outbuildings include two machinery sheds and a second, very-comfortable two-bedroom cottage for extended family is a short distance away from the main home. Meticulously created, this outstanding rural property encapsulates the finest of the peninsula hinterland.

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6/189a Nepean Highway, ASPENDALE

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This fully furnished two bedroom upstairs apartment, has the most amazing views and is luxuriously appointed with open plan living boasting spotted gum timber floors, modern kitchen with stone benchtops, pull out pantry, European stainless steel appliances including dishwasher and a secure laundry and storage area. A single garage has remote door and there is parking for the second car. When you kick back and relax at the end of a hectic day you will truly feel like you are on a holiday. Aspendale Station, shops and restaurants are just a few minutes walk away and you are centrally located to restaurants, cafes and shops at Mordialloc with golf courses, walking tracks, tennis courts all close at hand. This is an affordable entry level beachfront address for first home-buyers & downsizers.

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Elegant Living In Desirable Location Set directly opposite the Seaford Beach, this two storey residence has been beautifully renovated. On offer is a 2 bedroom townhouse opposite the beach and with the addition of the Kananook Creek running behind the development, this property creates a peaceful and tranquil lifestyle. • 2 spacious bedrooms • Huge private rear courtyard • Single lock up garage • Additional parking space • Modern finishes

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Peter Gourdouros 0428 234 155 Sofia Vatos 0421 328 255

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5 Westbridge Court, WATERWAYS

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Hidden Secret A rare offering that combines prestige, privacy and convenience; this magnificent home is exquisitely designed for those who expect size and comfort, with nothing to add but a great family. This spacious single-level home boasts tranquil lake views at the rear, and low-maintenance gardens. The lavish interior comprises an elegant sunken living room and a huge, sophisticated kitchen resplendent with stone surfaces, walk-in pantry, and stainless steel appliances. An extensive rumpus and meals area grants access to the generous alfresco entertaining area. Encompassing 4 bedrooms with WIR and two with ensuite bathroom, the master bedroom also boasts lake views. Notable extras include a fully appointed theatre room, zoned ducted heating, gas fire place and cooling, alarm with security cameras and a large double garage with internal entry. You have everything you need and want in this gorgeous family-orientated residence.

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Harcourts Limitless 82 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza 03 9788 7400 www.limitless.harcourts.com.au

Fingal 260 Sandy Road Peaceful. Private. Perfect. Your personal coastal escape awaits you... Opportunity at its finest, design and build your dream home on your very own slice of paradise. This beautiful 5 acre allotment is situated on one of the Mornington peninsulas most exclusive golf courses. The rolling landscapes are lined with ti-tree, providing privacy on all sides. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a neighbour for as far as the eye can see. Surrounded by some of the best golf courses and beaches in the world, this property is bound to impress any outdoor enthusiast. Whilst this magnificent block of land seems so isolated and secluded from the busy hustle and bustle of the world, you are only a short drive away from local schools, shops and public transport facilities. The best restaurants and wineries the Mornington Peninsula has to offer, are literally on your door stop. It really doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get much better than this. With land becoming scarcer on the Mornington Peninsula this truly is a rare opportunity. Design and build your own spacious coastal retreat or land bank this very generous 5 acre approx allotment for future capital gain. n Land Size:2.02ha (5.00 acres) (approx) For Sale By Tender: Tenders close 5.00pm, Tuesday 26th February 2015 View www.harcourts.com.au Brent Pullar M 0419 148 081 E brent.pullar@naiharcourts.com.au

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needed today as much as it was 24 years ago. “We are still concerned about injuries to dolphins from vessels, entanglements and the impacts of coastal pollution on the whole marine ecosystem.” Mr Weir said the institute helped “to develop the next generation of scientists and environmental managers”. “Adopt-a-dolphin and you can rest easy this summer knowing that you’ve helped to look after our dolphins and their watery home in our own backyard.” It costs $98 a year to “adopt” a dolphin or $150, which includes a trip with Sorrento-based Moonraker Dolphin Swims. Join online at dolphinresearch.org.au or call 1300 130 949.

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Summer campaign to protect bay dolphins THE Dolphin Research Institute has launched a summer campaign to raise awareness of rules that apply when watching dolphins. Institute executive director Jeff Weir compares dolphins being surrounded by motor boats to “a dozen motor bikes charging through your Christmas picnic, demolishing your food and causing you and your family to dive for cover”. “That’s what it’s like for our dolphins on a busy summer’s day – over and over again. Picture what it’s like for a mother dolphin trying to nurse her new-born calf. “And yes, some dolphins do get injured.” Mr Weir said a young common dolphin sometimes seen in Port Phillip was known as “DD” for damaged dorsal fin. “We first thought it had seaweed stuck to its fin, as they often play with weed, but it wasn’t. Its fin had been badly slashed by a boat propeller and what looked like weed was actually skin flapping from a fresh wound,” he said. “DD is a severe case and most interference is more subtle. How many times a day is it OK for boats to interrupt feeding, or nursing, to cause the dolphins to rapidly dive or evade vessels?” Mr Weir said Dolphin watching regulations were complex so the institute had joined with the Department of Environment and Primary Industries to spread a more simple message: “Help Keep our dolphins in the bay – stay 100 metres away”. Volunteers are distributing 10,000 “Help keep our dolphins in the bay” stickers through shops and at boat ramps and beaches. “Most of the problems would be solved if everyone stayed a hundred metres away,” Mr Weir said. “If dolphins swim to you, enjoy their company, then let them swim away. Don’t follow or deliberately approach them.”

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IT can’t really be seen as having a pet, but giving a Christmas gift of an “adopted” dolphin can help improve the mammals’ lives in Western Port and Port Phillip. Money raised by the Hastings-based Dolphin Research Institute’s adopt-a-dolphin campaign pays for research and marine education programs that, according to executive director Jeff Weir, have reached more than 100,000 people. “Without our adopt-a-dolphin supporters over 24 years, much of our knowledge of Victorian dolphins, our wonderful marine education programs and our award winning i sea, i care ambassador program would not exist,” Mr Weir said. “Our remarkable Port Phillip is home to both bottlenose and common dolphins and, even though we have made progress, our work is

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Cause is a dolphin: Bella and Mia happy to wear Santa hats to promote the adopt-a-dolphin campaign.

Safe distance: A sticker and image of a wounded dolphin are being used in a campaign to stop boaters taking their craft too close to dolphins.

Mr Weir said the slogan did not replace formal regulations that require boaters not to approach dolphins closer than 100m and whales 200m (on a jet ski the approach distance for both is 300m). “If you are swimming or paddling the distance is 30 metres,” he said. Licensed tour operators and researchers can go closer. Penalties for breaching the regulations range from thousands of dollars to jail. Call 136 186 to report any incidents or 1300 130 949 for a sticker. Details at dolphinresearch. org.au. Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News 17 December

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100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...

Patrons enjoy cruise around the bay Compiled by Melissa Hodge WITH the next issue of the “Standard” we will present our readers with a large sheet almanac for 1915. Correspondents, advertisers and others will please note that as Christmas Day falls on Friday our next issue will be published on Thursday next, and we therefore remind you that all news, etc must reach this office not later than Wednesday morning’s mail. *** THE Methodist Church at Hastings held a social in the local Town Hall on Friday evening last, which was very poorly attended by the members of the Church. A programme of games and musical items was gone through and a very sumptuous supper handed round by the ladies. *** THE school committee of Hastings have shown keen practical sympathy in the severe illness which has overtaken Miss Bowell, assistant-junior teacher. A collection to help her pay her expenses during sickness was made and £17 4s was handed over to Miss Bowel’s mother to be used for the young lady’s benefit. The public of Hastings’ district expressed hearty appreciation of the committee’s action and the response was spontaneous. *** AT the meeting of the Somerville Fruitgrowers Association held on the 7th it was resolved on the motion of Messrs Griffith and Grant, that the Railway commissioners be asked to erect entirely new buildings at this station. The present buildings being ob-

solete and unfit for use by a white man in the summer months. The show committee reported that it had decided that it would be unwise to open the show in the evening this year. *** THE Accountant of the Education Department, Mr Witton, is Treasurer of the schools’ Patriotic Fund. He speaks most enthusiastically of the splendid result already achieved by the children, parents, teachers, and officers. “The total amount received by me to date” he stated at an interview “is £8283 0s 1d — a really magnificent response.” All interested may congratulate themselves on the fine result. The statement is to the 11th inst. The final payments for 1914 are yet to come in. One thing is certain that Mr Witton will look after that odd penny as assiduously as he will the eight thousand odd pounds. Mr Tait, the director, is delighted with the nobly loyal and truly British response. *** MR James Westley, as Executor of the late Charles Wright, has forwarded to the undermentioned charities, as beneficiaries under the will of deceased the following amounts:- Half-yearly instalments - Melbourne Hospital £51 12s 4d, Alfred Hospital £48 4s 6d, Homoeopathic Hospital £19, Poor Boxes at Melbourne City Court, South Melbourne Court, Collingwood Court and Fitzroy Court £5 each, Poor of Mornington £50; Quarterly instalments— Melbourne Benevolent Asylum, Children’s Hospital, Austin Hospital, Deaf and Dumb Asylum and Blind Asylum £45 each.

*** ON Wednesday afternoon at the Frankston railway station, Mr J. Jordan was presented by his fellow employees with a handsome Baya clock. Mr Anderson, in making the presentation, congratulated Mr Jordan on his recent marriage, and expressed on behalf of the staff, the good wishes by one and all tendered to Mr Jordan. Mr Girdlestone, in supporting the presentation, expressed the pleasure it was to be associated in any recognition of Mr Jordan. His courtesy to all was proverbial, and he heartily joined in the good wishes expressed. Mr P Cowling, on behalf of the ‘loco,’ in wishing Mr and Mrs Jordan all sorts of good luck, regretted the loss of another ‘cobber’ from the fast diminishing ranks of bachelors on the job. Why they all got married he could not understand, but thought the only way to solve the problem was to go and do likewise. Mr Jordan expressed his pleasure at the good wishes tendered him, and also for the handsome gift. He was certain there was only one time the clock would keep, that in remembrance of the good wishes and he prompted the gift. *** ALTHOUGH it rained heavily on Monday evening last, it did not hinder many people from attending the production of East Lynne, by the Maurice Gerald Dramatic Company, and those who did attend were well rewarded for their pluck in facing such weather. No doubt, had it been a fine night, there would not have been standing room.

Mr Gerald is well known in the Commonwealth, not only as a fine actor, but a good manager who always has a first class company to support him. Space will not allow us to give a detailed account of the performance, but we can safely say no better company has paid Frankston a visit. On Monday evening next, December 21st, the company will return, and produce Bland Holt’s great play “When London Sleeps”. During the action of the drama, several songs will be introduced. A bumper house should reward Mr Gerald for his trouble. The company intend to play in Frankston weekly during the summer months, producing a fresh play each week. *** THE Arcadians advertise in another column that they will give a grand entertainment in the Frankston Mechanics Hall tonight (Saturday). There is also a dance to follow. *** THE special children’s services at St Paul’s Church Frankston, tomorrow (11 and 3 o’clock) should be well attended by parents and all interested in children. *** ST Paul’s Sunday school picnic will be held on Monday at Ballam Park. All are hoping for fine weather. *** AT a meeting of the Somerville Mechanics’ Hall trustees, it was decided to enlarge the building to the extent of about £500. This will remedy a long felt want, as the present accommodation is altogether insufficient.

*** THERE are many Empire songs and other choruses on the programme for the children’s concert in connection with St Pauls Sunday school festival at Frankston. Included is a wonderful dream song, and another one where the fairies come. Mrs Dial has prepared the children so nothing more need be said. *** THE Westernport Bay trip which was duly arranged by the Westernport Progress Association, was very well patronised, there being about 140 who took advantage of seeing the beautiful Bay, on the favourite steamship “Genista,” under the command of Captain McLeod. On arrival of the train at Stony Point, on December 10th, the boat was awaiting, and left there about 11.30am, for Cowes, Rhyll, Newhaven, and San Remo, passing the Naval Base, which there is so much talk about. On arrival at San Remo everyone went ashore to have lunch, and to stroll round to see the places of interest, and especially the shelly back beach. The boat left again about 4 o’clock, and went over towards Corinella, and then back to Stony Point, where a special train was waiting to convey the excursionists to their different stations. The whole proceedings were enlivened by the playing of the Hastings band. There was a muster of 14 performers who discoursed sweet music during the voyage. From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 19 December, 1914.

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Why democracy should be served with onions By Stuart McCullough DEMOCRACY was, for a time, quite a useful thing. But much like last year’s milk, it has gone seriously off and to catch the merest whiff is a startling affront to the senses. It pains me to say it, but democracy as we knew and loved it is ruined. I speak, of course, of the Victorian State election. In declaring that the democratic process has pretty much run its course, I’m not complaining about who beat who either on an individual or overall basis. Rather, I’m talking about something far more fundamental and important. It’s the very residue that binds communities together, the glue that is at the heart of our social cohesion. I speak, of course, of sausages. We have compulsory voting. If you don’t turn up to mark your boxes and stuff them through the slot, you’re at risk of being fined. For the most part we, as a people, accept that we must present ourselves at the local primary school to do our duty and play our small part in the broader democratic ballet. But in surrendering our freedom not to vote, we do so on a very specific understanding. If we are to give up our Saturday morning to run the gauntlet through the school gates past a bunch of leaflet wielding political evangelists in order to stand in a line for a good half hour, all we ask in return is that there are sausages to make the whole experience seem worth the trouble. The sausage sizzle is an essential part of the voting process. Not only does it provide a valuable incentive to vote, it presents primary schools with a fantastic opportunity to raise

funds. This, without doubt, is a wonderful thing. Last Saturday, we walked through the sunshine down to the local school gate. Like the ghouls of the Luna Park Ghost Train, frightening people loitered on the footpath shoving pamphlets forward in an act that is best described as ‘reverse begging’. It can’t be a fun job. Indeed, it must be difficult not to take it a little personally

when someone strolls up and pointedly takes the materials for someone else’s candidate only. Frankly, it can’t be too enjoyable to offer a ‘How to Vote Card’ to someone like me. When some poor soul representing a party that advocates for the rights of animals proffered an information sheet, I was forced to decline saying only: ‘Too hungry.’ I watched as several adults

scaled the fence simply to avoid the ‘How to Vote’ blockade. The queue stretched right through the schoolyard. As we took our place, I decided to sniff the political winds and discovered they lacked the unmistakable aroma of barbeque. Instantly, I regretted my decision not to take all the information I could from the gargoyles at the gate. Had any of the candidates been running on a ‘compulsory barbeques at all elections’ platform, that person would surely have won my vote. Worst of all, there was no explanation. Was the lack of sausages part of an elaborate preference swap deal between candidates? Or were the sausages being poured into marginal electorates as part of a small-goods led campaign? Instead of sausages, we had a sevenyear old playing Christmas Carols on the violin. First of all, I admire greatly any child who’s willing to stand up and perform for a bunch of hungry adults. However, the violinist had clearly prepared for a much shorter queue and had confined his repertoire to just three Christmas carols. I enjoyed hearing ‘Jingle Bells’ the first thirty times, but on the thirty first and subsequent occasions, I’ll admit that it began to grate slightly. As he started up for the seventy third time, I was not so much ready to vote as I was ready to tear off my own ears. To make things worse, when I asked him to play what is broadly considered to be the greatest piece of music ever composed for the violin - ‘The Devil Went Down to Georgia’ – he looked at me like I was some kind of idiot. Clearly, students of

the violin are not taught to respect the classics. I don’t object to lining up. But every queue deserves a barbeque. Having been denied my democratic right to chow down, I began to search for answers. Is this primary school so flush with cash that it doesn’t need to raise money? It seems unlikely. Perhaps it’s a case of political correctness gone mad whereby local parents have decided that cooking meat might offend vegetarians. I think I speak for everyone when I say that people will welcome a vegetarian option. In fact, why not sell coffee too? For that matter, stick a fondue fountain between the monkey bars and the slide for all I care. Politics ought to be a smorgasbord. It must be said that politics and sausages have a lot in common. It’s best not to know how either is made. As I stand in line waiting for my turn, it becomes clear to me that flute-apalooza will never be enough. I cast my vote and yet feel strangely incomplete. And for reasons that I don’t fully comprehend, I feel an almost uncontrollable urge to immediately head to Bunnings where, for $2.50, I can buy a sausage wrapped in bread. As I bite down through the soft white bread and a potent mix of sausage grease and sauce spills into my mouth, I reminded of the words of Plato: ‘Democracy is a charming form of government, full of variety and disorder. Pass the onions.’ Democracy is dead. Long live democracy. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

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Performance NOEL Fielding, star of multi award winning comedy duo The Mighty Boosh, will return to Australia for a national tour in April 2015. Noel will present a unique brand of standup comedy, live animation, music and some of Fielding’s best known TV characters including The Moon and Fantasy Man. There will also be muscular support from the loose stylings of Mike Fielding (Naboo/ Smooth). Noel’s additional television credits include The IT Crowd as well as appearances in Doll and Em, How Not to Live Your Life, and Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow. He also co-presented Comic Relief does Top of the Pops. Noel has also been a team captain on the last four series of the long running music show Nevermind The Buzzcocks. Noel’s film credits include the BAFTA nominated short, Sweet, the debut feature from Mighty Boosh director Paul King, Bunny and the Bull and Horrid Henry: The Movie. Noel has held two exhibitions of his artwork, Psychedelic Dreams of the Jelly Fox and Bryan Ferry vx. The Jelly Fox. In 2011 he released Scribblings of a Madcap Shambleton, an art book of old and new paintings, drawings and photography. Noel will appear at Hamer Hall, Arts Centre on Wednesday April 15. Tickets 1300 182 183. www.luxurycomedy.com *** FROM sweet voiced prodigy with the Jackson Five to self-styled King of Pop superstardom. He may have seemed weird, but he was unarguably wonderful. Even if you believe just a fraction of what’s been written about him, there’s little doubt that Michael Jackson was truly unique. He sold more records than any living performer and roused a generation with his stunning videos and best-selling albums. Now the legends lives on and the musical Thriller is coming to Mel-

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to Michael Jackson’s legendary live performances and the magic of his 45-year musical history. Thriller Live features stunning choreography and Michael’s innovative dance moves executed with flair, precision and passion in a show that fans will never forget. Two of the stars on this tour will be Australian’s MiG Ayesa and Prinnie

Stevens who have just performed the roles in the West End, London. MiG Ayesa has a huge list of achievements as a stage and concert performer here in Australia and around the world. He finished third in the global hit TV show Rock Star: INXS, and released his self-titled debut album, MiG, through Decca/Universal. He went on to star in many West End musicals including We Will Rock You, Rent, and in Thriller Live and his Broadway credits include Burn the Floor and Rock of Ages. Back in Australia, he played in Grease, Cinderella, and in West Side Story, and toured Australia and Asia with The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber. Thriller Live combines high-energy choreography and dancing, eye-popping video footage and a myriad of effects. Plus dazzling costumes, sequins and hot pants, not to mention that signature white suit and glove. Thriller Live was originally conceived and created by Adrian Grant, a long-time associate of Michael Jackson, and author of Michael Jackson – The Visual Documentary. Thriller Live will open at the Arts Centre on Wednesday January 28. Tickets 1300 002 787. www.thrillerlive.com.au *** THE Rocky Horror Show musical will return to the Comedy Theatre in 2015 due to popular demand. Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show played a sold out Melbourne season from April to July this year, and was forced to close to enable its star, Craig McLachlan, to film season three of his hit TV series The Dr Blake Mysteries. The Rocky Horror Show will play a limited season at the Sydney Lyric Theatre from 11 April 2015, and then return to the Comedy Theatre, Melbourne from 12 June. The coveted role of Frank N Furter will again be played by television and theatre star Craig McLachlan, who won the 2014 Helpmann Award for Best Male Actor in a Musical for this

budget. After a month of the “Your Say” double pages in my favourite newspaper many thousands have apparently departed for Queensland. *** IF the election doesn’t go your way you shrug your shoulders and put it down to the ignorance/stupidity of the voting public. The evidence is staring you in the face; are you blind? They think we are stupid and we think they are stupid, which of course translates to all of us being 90 cents in the dollar. Further, it follows there’s an odds-on chance those elected are also stupid. Can anyone think of a better system? “The modern conservative is engaged in one of man’s oldest exercises in moral philosophy; that is, the search for a superior moral justification for selfishness.” (John Kenneth Galbraith). George Washington is the only president who didn’t blame the previous administration, ditto William Haines and Sir Edmund Barton. It is only about things that do not interest one that one can give really unbiased opinions, which is no doubt the reason why an unbiased opinion is always valueless. *** SADLY my local RSL, in a ridiculous decision, has cut our dedicated smoking zone by more then 50%, leaving the remainder overcowded and almost unprotected from rain. Banished like lepers and an empty covered non smoking decking area outside the

dining area. If smoking causes kidney and bladder cancer, doubles the risk of stroke, throat cancer, heart disease, damages our gums and teeth, and all other ills that come to mind, as they tell us with their usual doubtful certainty, it’s a wonder we are not all dead. On the other hand the non smokers will almost all get telegrams from the Queen. “A cigarette is the perfect type of a perfect pleasure. It is exquisite, and it leaves one unsatisfied. What more can one want?” [Oscar Wilde]. *** REGULAR readers of this column (both of you) will attest my appreciation as to the value of good counselling. As was the case with our brave cricketers on the tragic death of Phillip Hughes. Gender December, as in gender neutral toys from Santa, deadly pink and blue merchandise, dolls and jewelry. Said Greens Senator Larissa Waters “While seemingly harmless can lead to serious social problems, including violence to woman and children”. Why not take it a step further by hiring department store counsellers to issue leaflets setting out possible later in life problems? Are you overwhelmed, distressed, confused, in crisis? Do you feel accepted, non-judged, and valued? Tripe. *** SPORT: My magpie mates training their little hearts out at Falls Creek

after only a nine week holiday. A short weeks break for Christmas and off again to Queenstown in New Zealand for more hard yakka. Assistant coach Scotty Burns “can see the growth, the change in their personality; miles ahead of where they were this season. Looking like a top four in 2015”. Cricketer David Warner’s 145 runs compliments of “the little man upstairs was with me” who went missing during Brad Haddon’s duck. And pigs fly. *** LORD Tony stopped the boats, removed the fixed price on carbon and stopped the mining tax. Credit where it’s due! Not really, but worth a favourable mention. Tony’s three heroes-John Howard, Ronald Reagan and Dame Margaret Thatcher; enough said? Better Lord Tony than the smiling assassin Malcolm Turnbull or (dread) Julie Bishop, as Prime Minister. *** CHRISTMAS Day: The one day of the year when niceness prevails, where the world is thrown open with the welcome sign rich and poor, in Australia anyway. It’s a nice feeling, albeit for just 16 hours. Religious leaders sprout their messages but most take little notice, preferring to waft in the general feelings of happiness, affections, the hope of regenerated feelings, and for people of my vintage, memories of a grate-

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performance. Beloved theatre and television performer Bert Newton will play the Narrator in 2015. Tickets on sale this week 1300 111 011. *** THE ARIA nominated and winner of the Leading Edge Retailers Album of the Year Award for Van Diemen’s Land by Russell Morris (pictured) continues to go from strength to strength in popularity. Following on from his presenting duties at this year’s ARIA Awards, where he was also nominated for the second year in a row for Best Blues & Roots Album, Russell releases the latest single titled Eureka. Written by Russell Morris and the late Australian rock music journo and historian Ed Nimervol, the single features with the breathtaking talents of Rob Hirst (Midnight Oil) on drums and Anita Quayle on Cello. The song immortalises the battle of the Eureka Stockade 160 years ago often considered the birth place of Australian Democracy. TOP TEN ALBUMS 1. When the Sun Sets Over Carlton – Various 2. Nothin’ But Trouble – The Wolfe Brothers 3. Night Shade – Lanie Lane 4. Don’t Throw Stones – The Sports 5. Obsession – Robby X 6. Screaming Targets – Jo Jo Zep & The Falcons 7. You Were the Stranger – Taylor Pfeiffer 8. Monuments to an Elegy – Smashing Pumpkins 9. Head Job – Phil Rudd 10. Under the Radar Vol 1 – Robbie Williams

A Grain of Salt OUR state election went as expected despite a final week barrage of misinformation nonsense from my favourite morning newspaper. The sadness of cricketer Phil Hughes death, raised strangely to Princess Diana proportions, was respite from some from the idiocy. I settled for The Voluntary Euthanasia Party; the Sex Party could do nothing for my problem. Seeing the backside of Matthew Guy as Planning Minister, for now, was a plus. *** MARTY (Dixon) was a shoe-in despite a 5% swing to Labor. Change is a four letter word on the Mornington Peninsula, almost guaranteeing nothing will be done by either party. Billy boy Shorten’s introductory speech prior to Danny’s acceptance speech was an embarrassment. (“We are watching history being made” said Bill. When aren’t we?). Whatever Bill’s future, the Labor Party would do well to gag him. Thankfully trumped by Danny, and Denis’s conceding speech. Well done Bentleigh to Frankston. CCTV at Rye? I’m dreaming. *** A THOUSAND reasons as to why, but it surely began with the Tafe closures, continued on with four years of inaction compliments to a large degree of our mate, Frankston’s Geoff Shaw and obviously out of his depth Joe (“We are listening to the Australian people”) Hockey’s world’s worst

By Cliff Ellen ful past; like the Salvos singing ‘Onward Christian Soldiers’, a secret glimpse in the Man magazine at the newsagents, a cartoonish drawing of a female; 1940’s porn; guilt. Ever onwards. *** MY ageing love to the gorgeous deli females at Rye Woolworths, always a pleasure. On the other hand they threatened not to serve me...“Our business-orientated civilization has defined adulthood as the absence of playfulness. But playfulness exists despite that. It is a sign of life in a person. It’s creativity. Playing is a product of your imagination. I find that charming in the people I know, and in my dealings with adults I always try to get out of them moods and aspects of playfulness and fantasy; to get people off their high horses. I feel people choke down the best of their selves when they deny their creative fantasy life” [Kazan]...Farewell to Phyllis Dorothy James, aged 94, crime writer supreme...Happy Christmas...hooroo...cliffie9@bigpond.com

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Phillips cleans up Rye PROVINCIAL

By IT Gully LONG Island finished the year with an outright win against Rye in MPCA Provincial cricket. After the completion of day one, Long Island was just 75 runs short of first innings victory after bowling Rye out for 137. The Islanders got to work on Saturday, quickly racing to 6/189 before declaring their innings. Aaron Paxton top scored for the Islanders with 75, while Brad Denny scored 44 in his return game for the club. Skipper Simon Dignan was also at his best, scoring a quick-fire 42. Leigh Lambert was the best of the Rye bowlers, claiming 3/50 from 16 overs. The Demons’ second innings was just as poor as its first, bowled out

for 129. Scott Phillips picked up five wickets, giving him 13 for the match. Greg Lamb also claimed three scalps. Aaron Fiddes top scored for Rye in the second innings with 30 runs, while Tommy Barrand opened with 25. The Islanders made extremely hard work of getting the 77 runs required for victory. The pressure was on. They had just 10 overs to score the runs. Both openers went quickly and the Islanders were 2/4. When Aaron Paxton went, they were 3/16. Enter the champ Scott Phillips. As if taking 13 wickets wasn’t enough, he then scored 52 runs to guide his side to 8/84 and outright victory. When he was run out, his team need just three runs for victory. Langwarrin kept itself well and truly in the finals hunt with an impressive win over Baxter.

Resuming at 0/2 after bowling Baxter out for 144 on day one, the Kangas cruised to victory, eventually finishing on 6/199. Andy Johnson was at his finest again, dragging his side over the line with 76. Coach Mark Cooper continued his fine start to the season with 42 and Danny Weare was back and unbeaten on 29 at the end of the day’s play. At the conclusion of day one, Crib Point looked no chance of beating Mt Eliza. The Magpies were bowled out for 129 and despite having the Mounties 1/9 overnight, winning was a long shot. It’s a funny game, cricket. Brad Davidson (6/29) brought his brilliance to the table and together with the master Luke Herrington (2/32), took the Mounties to the cleaners.

Mt Eliza was bowled out for 103, ending their season. The Mounties have just one win from six matches, along with Pines, Moorooduc and Rye, while Heatherhill is still without a win. Heatherhill avoided an outright loss against Sorrento. The Hills were bowled out for 136 on the first day of the match and Sorrento made 6/209 in 51 overs. Nick Jewell was the best of the batsmen with 81, while Liam O’Connor scored 37 and Anthony Blackwell 34. In their second innings, the Hills were 2/0, before Matthew Bishop pulled things into line with a top score of 23. The Hills survived the last 41 overs of the day and finished at 8/63. AJ King picked up 3/14 from 15 overs for the Sorras.

Mornington cruised to victory against Pines, easily defending its 159. Pines was bowled out for just 98. Jake Prosser and Jarrod Coad were the only batsmen to offer any resistance, scoring 32 and 31 respectively. Glenn Wood was the pick of the Doggies bowlers with 4/23, while Michael Heib took 4/24. Peninsula Old Boys recorded an easy win over Moorooduc. The Old Boys had already won at the conclusion of day one after bowling the Ducs out for 157 before ending themselves at 2/163. The Old Boys declared at 8/261 before going for the outright. Dylan O’Malley top scored with 72 while Matt Hyden hit 63 and Wade Pelzer 32. Moorooduc was 3/123 at stumps.

Baden Powell put on brave effort against Seaford DISTRICT

By IT Gully THERE were three matches that went into a second day and three one day games in MPCA District cricket on Saturday. It was a great day for Baden Powell, picking up a rare win against Seaford. Seaford scored just 168 in its 80 overs last week. It appeared to be enough against a brittle Braves line up. However, the home side was solid throughout its innings, winning with four overs to spare. Sean Wilson provided the backbone of the innings, scoring 51, while skipper Rhys Elmi was a great support, scoring 27. Together they took the score from 1/4 to 1/84. However, three quick wickets saw the score quickly slump to 5/89. Tom Kellerman though came to the crease and ensured his team got over the line with a fine innings of 60. Faisal Payenda was the best of the Seaford bowlers with 2/62. Carrum rightfully got the job done against Main Ridge. It was a runfest on day one of the match with the Ridge scoring 227 before Carrum scored 3/112 at the conclusion of the day. The Lions were superb on day two, finishing on 290. Dean Polson top scored with 76 and Dale O’Neil scored 56. Brad Rossborough was the pick of the Main Ridge bowlers with 4/40, while Scott Millar added 4/137 to his unbeaten 40 with the bat. Red Hill scored an easy victory over Hastings. The Blues batted first and made 6/128 in its 40 overs. Aaron Vinson top scored with 24, while Luke Hewitt hit 22 and Timmy Birch 21. Ross Corfield was the best of the Red Hill bowlers with 3/18 off 10 overs. In reply, Red Hill got the runs in the last over of the day. Nick Shaw set up the win with 60 opening the batting, while Simon Dart scored 37. Somerville and Seaford Tigers went toe to toe in a run shoot out. It was the Eagles who came out on top. The Tigers batted first and made 6/224 in their 40 overs. Ash Mills got his side off to a good start with 55, while David James and Matty Meagher enjoyed a 140 run partnership, scoring 76 and 62 respectively. It looked enough. However, Somerville’s batting line up runs deep. Leigh Lowry top scored with 45 while six batsmen scored 20 runs or more. The Eagles got the runs with an over to spare. Delacombe Park recorded a monster win against Flinders. The Parkers batted first at BA Cairns Reserve and whacked 5/296. Chris Brittain scored 104 and Nick Christides 70. In reply, the Sharks could only manage 7/181, Tim Clarke superb with an unbeaten 124.

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Rare win: Baden Powell batted themselves to victory against Seaford. Picture: Andrew Hurst

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Bradley winds back clock SUB-DISTRICT

Shoot-out: It was a batting test between Somerville and Seaford Tigers, with the Eagles coming out on top. Picture: Andrew Hurst

By IT Gully THREE of the five matches played in Sub District cricket on Saturday were one day games. Only Dromana versus Rosebud and Tyabb versus Frankston YCW were played over two days after rain effected many games last weekend. There was no sign of rain on Saturday. In fact it was a sensational day for cricket and in particular, the Tyabb versus Frankston YCW clash where the stage was set for the evergreen Paul Bradley. Remembering of course that Bradley claimed 6/64 on the first day of the match. With his side up against the ropes against the Yabbies, Bradley wound back the clock and almost single handedly dragged his side over the line. Chasing 169 for victory, YCW were 4/30 at the beginning of the day. Bradley took control of the match and made 96; enough to see the Stonecats score 208 and claim victory. Nathan Hudgson was the best of the Yabbies’ bowlers with 3/20. Skye recorded a comfortable victory against Ballam Park, thanks largely to a couple of debutants. After playing the first five matches of the season in the seconds, Aheilan Wijeyamanoharan and Ryan

Pathmanathan took their place in the First XI and had an immediate impact. Wijeyamanoharan took 4/7 off six overs and Pathmanathan claimed 3/20 off eight overs to guide Skye home. Skye batted first and scored 9/156, Paul Fillipone top scoring with 36. Ryan O’Connor picked-up 5/31 from 10 overs for the Knights. In reply, the Knights were bowled out for 101. David Roach top scored with 42 and O’Connor opened with 29. Rosebud fell agonisingly one wicket short of an outright win against Dromana. Dromana was bowled out for 65 in their first innings and Rosebud resumed at 0/8. They declared at 6/143 before sending the Hoppers back in. Dromana batted out the rest of the day and finished on 9/73. Pearcedale and Tootgarook played out an exciting game of one day cricket, the Dales coming out of top. The Dales batted first and made 7/209. Brad Trotter top scored with 81 and Max Blackburn blasted 64. In reply, the Frogs got close with 199, falling 10 runs short. In the final game Carrum Downs (6/179) upset Balnarring (155), winning by 24 runs. Mark Snelling was the star again for the Cougars with 68. Ben King was the best of the Saints’ batsmen with 64.

Frankston High shines at Champs THE day after Tasmanian athletics sensation Jack Hale took the coveted 100m – 200m sprint double, Frankston High School boy’s athletics team lined up against him in the Australian All Schools Knockout Championships in Adelaide. And they came away smiling after winning a bronze medal. To make their efforts even more impressive, Frankston High was only one of a few state schools to qualify for the Australian championships against the powerful private school system, and the only one to medal. The intermediate boys’ team placed

third overall to Ipswich Grammar and Barker College. The junior boys’ team - which also qualified for the national team’s event among a slew of private schools - placed a respectable fifth. Top individual Frankston performances were Michael Cann winning the long jump, Lewis Bailey the 100m hurdles and Brad Butler taking out both the javelin and shot put. The Frankston team thanks its sponsor, Melbourne Truck Centre, for making the trip possible.

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