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THE wind was up and the fish were biting at the annual Mates Day on the Bay event on Sunday. The annual event, hosted at Launching Way on the Patterson River, gives disabled youngsters and their carers a chance to bait up and cast a line...and maybe catch a snapper. Organiser Lynette Hogan said the “day was terrific” and made more so by the hard work of “umpteen” volunteers and Chelsea police, St John’s Ambulance and the Hobson’s Bay fishing club coupled with the generosity of boat owners. Motorcycle legend Casey Stoner, far left, joined fishing broadcaster Paul Worstling, second right, guest Adam and his father, Mick to reel in a large snapper. See story, Page 8. Pictures: Gary Sissons

Appeal delays Bay Trail Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au THE completion of the Kingston portion of the Bay Trail has been delayed again due to an appeal to VCAT. The Kingston Residents Association lodged a “last minute” appeal to the administrative tribunal after councillors voted in August to grant a permit

to remove vegetation to build a 1 kilometre section of the Bay Trail between Charman Rd and Mentone Life Saving Club. Councillors have been split on how much tea tree and scrub should be pulled out to pave the way for the shared bike and pedestrian trail. Cr Ron Brownlees said the KRA’s “last minute” intervention was “a pret-

ty ordinary turn of events”. “It’s fairly disgraceful that a group who claims to represent the community would try to deny the use of the Bay Trail to so many Kingston residents,” Cr Brownlees said. Kingston councillors have been debating the best way to build the municipality’s section of the Bay Trail for more than seven years.

Bayside and Port Phillip councils have finished their sections of the Bay Trail. The state government advised Kingston Council in early 2011 that VicRoads would have “no objection” to narrowing the four-lane parallel section of Beach Rd since the outer lanes are 3.7 metres wide, more than the 3-metre minimum requirement.

Councillors have rejected that option. Cr Brownlees said the section of the Bay Trail between Charman Rd and Mentone Life Saving Club could have been completed “by Christmas” if the KRA had not lodged the VCAT appeal. KRA president Maureen Lim did not return telephone calls from The News requesting comment.

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Happy meal: Oscar’s Hangout’s Brad Mill with Maddy, Belinda, Jess, Kelsey and Mitch show of their cooking skills at the Back to Parkdale reunion for past students and staff at Parkdale Secondary College. Picture: Gary Sissons

Taste treats on the curriculum PARKDALE Secondary College celebrated its 50th anniversary this month with a school tour, performing arts expo and show, a visit by Education Minister Martin Dixon, and a staff and college council reunion dinner at Woodlands Golf Club. Later there was a students’ music extravaganza and The Drew Dialogue presented by Andrew Mullet covering 30 years of drama, and a Back to Parkdale reunion for past students and staff. But, while the front of house fun and games were in full swing, back stage in Oscar’s Hangout cafe, Brad Mill was cooking up a storm. The former student, who attended the school from 1996 and 2001, and his team of helpers cooked and presented to 300 hungry diners in the Saturday night Back to Parkdale dinner.

Mr Mill says he developed an interest in culinary fare while at primary school, and then took food studies and hospitality courses right through his secondary years before opening Oscar’s – named after his first child – in the Epson Park estate. A recent novelty was holding cooking classes at Parkdale Secondary for the year 11s: “We threw the classroom into chaos for a while,” he admitted. “Then we organised a dinner party for 50 people with the students doing all the cooking. It gave them valuable industry experience. “We are not teachers, so there was lots of yelling and screaming - just like in a normal kitchen – but the night was such a success that we are already talking about next year’s.” Stephen Taylor

Experts probe plane crash site Stephen Taylor steve@baysidenews.com.au ACCIDENT investigators have wrapped up the on-scene phase of their probe into the crash of a homemade plane into a Chelsea house which killed the pilot last Tuesday afternoon. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau deployed three investigators, specialists in aircraft operations and engineering, to the accident site at the corner of The Strand and Camp St. The pilot, John Francis Stephenson, of Hampton East, aged 77, died when his Van’s RV-6A fell from the sky at about 1.30pm on Tuesday last week. The pilot of 40 years was highly regarded for his skills. He built the plane in 1999. His last flight out of Moorabbin airport was expected to last only a few hours and he was reported flying south along the foreshore before the plane’s engine malfunctioned. Police, SES, CFA, ambulance officers and confused onlookers rushed to the crash scene to be confronted by scattered debris and smoke from the plane which was wedged between a house and a shed. Mr Stephenson’s devastated family took time last week to express their relief that injuries to those on the ground had been avoided. His family issued a statement advis-

ing they were “shocked and shattered” at the tragic accident. “We are extremely grateful that no one else was seriously injured in this accident.” “He was a very experienced pilot whose enthusiasm, energy, and optimism for life was enjoyed by all who knew him.” The statement added: “John was a loving husband, treasured father of four and inspirational grandfather who will be greatly missed.” The investigators spent three days examining the wreckage, engine, pilot records, maintenance logs, weather conditions, and interviewing witnesses. They then handed back responsibility of the site to local police. They took back to Canberra a number of aircraft components for detailed technical examination. This included sections of the flight controls and one wing, including several GPS units and an engine monitoring unit. A report by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau on amateur-built aircraft for the period 1988-2010, seen by The News, offers an insight into amateur assembled planes’ safety. During the past 30 years, it states, there has been significant growth in the number of amateur-built planes, designed for personal use, from an original design, established plans or kit. Accident data compared accidents

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Crash site: Air crash investigators sift through the plane crash debris at Chelsea and piece together parts of the aircraft to try to determine the cause of the accident. Picture: Gary Sissons

involving amateur-built aircraft and those of similar factory-built aircraft to help identify whether the rate and types of accidents differed between the two groups. The ATSB found amateur-built aircraft had an accident rate three times higher than comparable factory-built aircraft conducting similar flight operations. The fatal and serious-injury-accident rate was more than five times higher in amateur-built aircraft, in particular due to relatively more serious-injury accidents. The pilots of amateur-built aircraft involved in accidents were significantly more experienced overall than factory-built aircraft accident pilots. However, they were significantly less

experienced in flying that type of aircraft when they crashed. Over half of the accidents were caused by mechanical events - mainly complete or partial engine failures. Following the amateur-built phase one test period, mechanical failures were still significantly more common than in factory-built aircraft. A quarter of accidents were from “loss of aircraft control”. Structural failures were not common precursors of amateur-built aircraft crashes. Crash and forced-landing accidents were more frequent in amateur-built aircraft. Crash and hard landings, and runway excursions, were more likely to result in serious injury from an amateur-built aircraft accident than from factory-built plane accidents.

Ward grants still on chopping block Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au AN incoming state government will press ahead with axing councillors’ discretionary ward funds no matter which major political party wins next month’s state election. The News can reveal the Liberal and Labor parties both intend to ban ward grants as part of a wider clampdown on councillors’ conduct across Victoria. The Local Government Inspectorate investigated the use of ward funds by 32 of the state’s councils last year and found just four councils – Greater Dandenong City Council, Maribyrnong City Council, South Gippsland City Council and Greater Geelong City Council - had “demonstrated accountable practices” when distributing ward funds.

The Coalition state government moved to ban ward funds as part of a bill to set higher conduct standards for councillors but was unable to pass the legislation before the end of Parliament’s sitting term before next month’s state election. Labor spokesman for local government Richard Wynne told The News the opposition agreed with most of the provisions within the legislation but had failed to reach compromise with the state government on some of the detail. “This legislation has been sitting in the parliament for weeks and we’ve been ready to debate it,” Mr Wynne said. “It shows how chaotic this government has become that they couldn’t get such an important piece of legislation passed.”

Mr Wynne said Labor would “absolutely” seek to scrap the ward grants program across Victoria if it wins government next month. “It is vital the use of public funds is transparent,” he said. Local Government Minister Tim Bull said the Coalition government “is committed to implementing reforms to strengthen council governance and councillor conduct.” “A re-elected Napthine Government will ensure this Bill is re-introduced and passed as quickly as possible at the beginning of the next term of Parliament,” Mr Bull said. “The only reason this much-needed reform has not already become law is due to Labor’s obstructionism in the Parliament.” Mr Wynne said Labor had disagreed

on giving mayors the power to throw councillors out of council chambers during debates and removing the right of an individual councillor to abstain from voting on a matter before council. He said Labor also did not back the Coalition’s push to have an independent person be involved in the selection of council CEOs. “That’s a matter for them,” Mr Wynne said. Kingston Council changed its ward funds procedures after the review by Victoria’s municipal watchdog but has become embroiled in controversy due to allegations of conflicts of interest around ward funds made by Liberal Mordialloc MP Lorraine Wreford. See ‘Conflict continues over ward grants’, Page 5.

PROTECTIVE Services Officers have begun patrols at Bonbeach Train Station. Carrum MP Donna Bauer said PSOs would patrol the train platforms, car parks and immediate surrounds. “PSOs are helping to prevent antisocial behaviour, property damage, violence and alcohol and transportrelated crime on our rail network,” Mrs Bauer said. “We have increased our initial commitment to deliver 940 PSOs on our rail stations by adding a further 96 to the program. “Just as commuters at rail stations that already have PSOs feel safer, I’m sure the people who use Bonbeach station will feel safer as well. This latest deployment means three stations in my electorate now have PSOs patrolling – Seaford, Carrum, and now Bonbeach. Kananook will come on board in the next couple of weeks.” After this week’s deployment Victoria will have 929 PSOs patrolling 163 stations. “An independent survey of train passengers shows the presence of PSOs makes them feel safer at rail stations,” Mrs Bauer said. Night-time train users gave PSOs almost universal approval with 94 per cent agreeing that PSOs are a good idea and 93 per cent stating that they would seek their help if they felt unsafe. New PSO recruits complete a 12week course that includes the same operational tactics and safety training undertaken by Victoria Police officers. Newly-graduated PSOs are then mentored by experienced officers at city loop rail stations for three months. “Since deployments began in February 2012, PSOs have issued more than 34,000 infringement notices for offences including being drunk, engaging in disorderly behaviour, carrying weapons and graffiti,” Mrs Bauer said. “Of these, more than 1,900 infringements were for drunkenness offences, with more than 4,000 involving ticketing offences and more than 25,000 transport offences.”

Clarification LAST week’s article about Kingston Council exiting the aged care sector (‘Council gets out of aged care’, The News 15/10/14) stated Nixon House, Northcliffe Lodge and Corben House will be demolished. Kingston Council advises this is dependent on the future tender process.

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Renaissance ahead: Dorothy Booth, Kingston mayor Paul Peulich, Kilbreda College student Lariza De Guzma and Mentone Chamber of Commerce president Ian Slater at the Mentone triangle. Picture: Yanni

‘Renaissance’ to revitalise Mentone NEW works being proposed for the Mentone triangle are being described as a “renaissance that will bring new life to the town”. On the drawing board are a European-inspired piazza, revitalised retail centre and new outdoor spaces. Also being touted is a more efficient transport network with less congestion and improved public safety. The mayor, Cr Paul Peulich, said Mentone was a crucial transport hub with thousands using the railway station and nearby bus stops each day. With around 12,000 residents it has one of the highest concentrations of schools in Melbourne, with 6000 students at seven schools within a 1.75 kilometre radius. “These factors combine to make Mentone an important location that warrants careful urban planning,” Cr Peulich said. “We have a great local shopping precinct and a high volume of vehicles and pedestrians passing through the area.” Dorothy Booth, active in the Mentone community for many years, said: “This is a very

exciting development. I hope it will create a breath of fresh air into Mentone.” Ian Slater, president of Mentone Chamber of Commerce, said: “This is a positive development for Mentone. After many years of discussion we now have a plan that works.” Cr Peulich described Mentone’s heritage as unique: “It deserves to be centre stage, and that’s reflected in this new piazza proposal. “What we’re proposing is a vibrant heart, centred on a pedestrian precinct at the historic Mentone triangle.” He said the development more encourage more people to visit Mentone to shop, creating a boon for local traders and businesses. The proposed precinct will have more separation between cars and pedestrians, safer access to public transport and improved traffic flow to make school drop-offs and pick-ups smoother. Bus stops will be moved from in front of the Como Parade shops and more parking would support the retail core and improve commuter safety.

Conflict continues over ward grants Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au VICTORIA’S Parliamentary Privileges Committee has published four replies on the Parliament of Victoria’s website to accusations made by Liberal Mordialloc MP Lorraine Wreford late last year over the alleged misuse of ratepayers’ money. Responses by Cr David Eden, his father Nick Eden, Cr Rosemary West and Kingston Residents Association president Maureen Lim were tabled on 14 October. In December last year, Ms Wreford claimed the Kingston Residents Association “is a closed shopfront for local Labor campaign activities fuelled by Kingston ratepayers money” (KRA ‘a Labor front’, The News 18/12/13). The MP said: “Kingston Labor councillors have propped up this front with $2500 in ratepayer-funded councillor ward funds”. Cr David Eden was criticised by Ms Wreford in parliament. “This [the $2500] includes sums of ratepayers money funnelled into the group by Cr David Eden, who has not declared a conflict in supplying this group with funny money, despite the fact that his father is one of the faceless men running this group,” Ms Wreford said. Cr Eden gave $1500 in councillor ward funds to the KRA. At the time, Cr Eden told The News Ms Wreford’s comments were “a cheap shot”. He said the attack was the “start of a dirt campaign” ahead of the state election “against people who are trying to build a public profile”.

The KRA was founded by Nick Eden in June 2012 and subsequently transferred to Ms Lim’s stewardship in February last year. In his submission to the Privileges Committee, Cr David Eden stated: “At no point in time have I had a conflict of interest with respect to voting on allocating ward grants to the Kingston Residents Association.” He said he “felt persecuted by the remarks made by Ms Wreford”. The first-term councillor has launched legal action against Ms Wreford. The News understands Cr Eden is seeking more than $300,000 in damages for defamation. In his submission to the committee, Cr Eden’s father, Nick Eden, said “neighbours have questioned me about the allegations” and “they do not seem as friendly to me as they used to be”. “In fact some of the neighbours have recently been overly agitated in their dealings with me and my family,” Mr Eden stated. Mr Eden also said he felt “victimised and persecuted” by Ms Wreford’s “attacks”. Nick Eden unsuccessfully sought preselection to contest Carrum as Labor’s state election candidate, missing out to Sonya Kilkenny. In October last year, he issued a media release as a potential Labor candidate which in part stated: “I… have close links to organisations such as the Kingston Residents Association”. In his parliamentary submission, Mr Eden said “I am not a ‘faceless man’ secretly ‘running’ the KRA”. “Due to work commitments I attend few meetings and my involve-

Cr Rosemary West, left, Cr David Eden and Nick Eden at the Kingston Residents Association annual general meeting last year. Source: Facebook

ment generally comes in the form of assisting at activities such as sausage sizzles (cooking the sausages and preparing them for customers).” In her submission, Ms Lim said “Ms Wreford’s comments have successfully made people think twice before being aligned with myself as they know I am president of KRA”. “Whereas my phone rang daily with requests from groups and individuals I now hardly hear from anyone,” Ms Lim stated. Cr Rosemary West’s submission stated “Ms Wreford’s allegations are damaging”. Cr West said she had never been a member of the Labor Party.

“I have four times been elected as an independent candidate who has never belonged to a political party,” her statement read in part. Cr West told The News: “I gather it is unusual for an MP to incur even one right of reply and four might just be a record” and branded Ms Wreford’s comments “a disgraceful episode”. Ms Wreford did not respond to a request from The News for comment on the four replies published on the Parliament of Victoria website. See www.parliament.vic.gov.au/ la-privileges/article/1931 for the full replies by Cr David Eden, Nick Eden, Cr Rosemary West and KRA president Maureen Lim.

Mentone centre now ‘protected’ PLANNING controls approved by Planning Minister Matthew Guy will protect central Mentone from inappropriate development, according to the state government. Mr Guy said four-storey height controls approved last week will see the area reinvigorated with new public spaces, protection of heritage character, enhanced commercial opportunities as well as traffic and transport improvements. “Mentone Activity Centre is already a place of local significance, with its magnificent heritage buildings and beautiful railway gardens,” Mr Guy said. “This planning scheme amendment will give clear direction to the types of development residents and businesses can expect to see as part of the revitalisation.” Mr Guy said the new amendment introduces permanent building height and setback controls for the Mentone Activity Centre in keeping with the existing character of the centre and introduces permanent building height and setback controls for the Mentone Activity Centre in keeping with the existing character of the centre.

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Parties polls apart on crime Chris Brennan chris@baysidenews.com.au DRUG offences have soared in Kingston over the past four years, fuelled by surging levels of ice abuse, while sex crimes and assault have also increased significantly, the state opposition claims. An analysis of crime statistics by the Labor Party shows the number of drug offences in Kingston jumped from 266 in 2009-10 to 557 in 2013-14 – more than double – while sex offences were up 80 per cent, rapes 45 per cent, and assaults 41.2 per cent. Other offences recording significant rises over the four years since the Coalition came to power in Victoria in 2010 include weapons/explosives crimes, up 56.3 per cent, and “behaviour in public crimes”, which rose 48 per cent. With a state election just around the corner and bayside seats looming as key battle grounds in an anticipated tight contest, Labor has been highly critical of the Coalition government’s record on law and order. However, police and government officials said the higher rates of recorded crime were a reflection of better detection rather than an increase in offending, while police numbers had been significantly increased. Opposition police spokesman Wade Noonan and Labor candidates for Mordialloc and Bentleigh Tim Richardson and Nick Staikos recently met with senior Kingston police to discuss the drug scourge and a range of other challenging law and order issues. Mr Noonan said the “ice scourge” was at the top of Labor’s law and order agenda, alongside family violence. He added that funding cuts and reductions in the number of officers assigned to Kingston police stations was making it more difficult for police to do their jobs. “Crime has increased under the Liberals, but so have the number of taxpayer-funded ads telling us how Victoria is supposedly safer,” he said. “Denis Napthine cut funds from Victoria Police and he’s made it harder for local cops to do their jobs.” Mr Richardson said much of the blame for the rising crime lay with higher rates of unemployment, especially among young people. “When jobs losses continue to mount and unemployment increases, more

young people are at risk of turning to a life of crime,” Mr Richardson said. He added that Labor would implement an “ice intervention strategy” that would include an Ice Action Taskforce, new drug and booze buses, funding for community action groups, and new penalties for ice-related crimes, including trafficking, should the party win office. However, the Coalition has rejected Labor claims that funding for police and the number of frontline officers assigned to Kingston stations had been cut. Police and Emergency Services Minister Kim Wells said the Coalition’s law and order policies were a “resounding success”. “We have fulfilled our election commitment and delivered the largest ever recruitment of police in Victoria’s history – 1700 extra officers,” Mr Wells said. “In fact, we have exceeded that number – there are now 1818 new police on the beat across the state – and part of that is an additional 22 officers patrolling the streets in Division Two of the Southern Metro region, which includes Kingston. “The result is a jump in detection of crime, including drug offences. Our specialised drug task forces are actively busting criminals and getting drugs off the streets.” Mr Wells labelled Labor claims of funding cuts and a reduction in the number of officers at local police stations as “an outright lie”. “They sat on their hands for years and are now pointing out their own failings – the Napthine Government was left to clean up the mess, which is what we have done,” he said. “To suggest the the Napthine Government has cut funds or officers from Victoria Police is an outright lie – the $2.43 billion 2014-15 budget is the biggest in the state’s history and represents a $439 million, or 22 per cent, increase on the last Labor budget. “And we are not wasting time on an ice talk-fest. We have provided solutions – doubling the amount of roadside drug driving testing to 100,000, doubling the amount of passive alert detection (PAD) dogs to assist in drug raids, baseline sentencing. We are tackling the problem head on. “On family violence, women and children now feel safe to come forward to police, the number of family violence incident reports have more than doubled in the past decade.”

Fishing for votes: Premier Denis Napthine and Mordialloc MP Lorraine Wreford at Mordialloc Pier.

Pier upgrade pledged MORDIALLOC pier is in line for a $3.25 million makeover if the Coalition Government is returned to power at next month’s state election. The money will be used to upgrade and extend the pier and replace wave baffles to protect boats from damage. It will provide for more room for fishers and families, and create safer and more user-friendly facilities. Premier Denis Napthine and Agriculture and Food Security Minister Peter Walsh visited Mordialloc Creek with local MP Lorraine Wreford last weekend to make the election commitment. “The community and recreational fishers have been calling for Mordialloc Pier to be upgraded and I am proud to say we will deliver if re-elected,” Dr Napthine said. “Mordialloc Pier is a popular fishing spot but this

means it can become over-crowded, particularly in summer. This is on top of $1 million we have provided for urgent maintenance works to the pier, which are due to begin next week.” Ms Wreford said the government had investigated wave behaviour which was causing damage to boats moored on Mordialloc Creek. “I have strongly lobbied my ministerial colleagues on behalf of local recreational fishers and the Mordialloc community for the wave baffles to be replaced,” she said. Mr Walsh said the government recognised the “significant social and economic contribution of recreational fishing”. He said the government was committed to ensuring Mordialloc Pier remained a top destination for locals and visitors.”

Toothpaste buyers risk brush with law KINGSTON retailers buying stolen merchandise for resale are committing a more serious criminal offence than the thieves themselves, police warned last week. The warning came in response to the theft of thousands of dollars’ worth of vitamins and “top-shelf” toothpaste from two Kingston supermarkets. About $1000 worth of Sensodyne toothpaste, varieties of which retail for more $10 a tube, was shoplifted from Woolworths in Mentone on 3 October. A week later, almost $2000 worth of Swisse vitamins were shoplifted from the Coles store in Southland shopping centre on 10 October. Sergeant Mick Sewell from Mentone police said the

stolen items would most likely have been on-sold to small scale retailers. “[The thieves] would most likely already have someone lined up to buy these items, a corner store or small local shop, so these shops are facilitating the crime.” “Without a ready buyer, these thefts probably wouldn’t happen, and the law takes a very serious view of anyone buying stolen goods. “It’s a crime – a very serious crime – and the penalties imposed by the courts certainly reflect this.” Sergeant Sewell said anyone being offered goods for very low prices should contact police immediately. Chris Brennan

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Thanks Ron, for a job well done Stephen Taylor steve@baysidenews.com.au A LOOK back over Chelsea SES controller Ron Fitch’s ‘CV’ shows he has attended every major natural disaster in Victoria over the past three years. Bushfires, floods, house fires, car accidents and storms – even a light plane crash in Chelsea last week – have found him hard at work caring for victims, cleaning up debris and, generally, putting in the hard yards. That commitment and dedication was rewarded last week when Mr Fitch was recognised as a Paul Harris Fellow by Chelsea Rotary - the highest award Rotary has - for his selfless service. Coincidentally, the Rotarians were celebrating their own 60th birthday on the night. A member for the past 22 years, Mr Fitch said he joined the SES because he “wanted to do something for the community”. Memorable roles included helping victims survive devastating floods in the state’s north and east in 2011. A crew from Chelsea made three deployments to assist those in underwater areas, helping with flood prevention and checking iso-

lated properties by boat. Then it was back on his home turf – and straight to work assisting with floods in the Thames Promenade and Edithvale Rd wetlands areas. Drama at the other end of the disaster spectrum saw him battling bushfires around Kinglake and Whittlesea in the wake of Black Saturday. “Floods cost more than bushfires – but they are both devastating to those affected,” he said. Mr Fitch, 59, of Sturdee St, has lived in Chelsea for the past 28 years. “I love the camaraderie of the SES and the friendships I have made – not just here but with other SES members all over Victoria.” As one of eight members invited to attend the Rotary presentation at Chelsea Activity Hub he was the only one who didn’t know the name of the intended recipient. “Everyone else knew except me,” he recalled. “I was gobsmacked when my name was called and couldn’t say much. I was a bit overwhelmed.” Now semi-retired, he will keep on doing what he likes best: putting in for the community.

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I HAVE had a number of inquiries in regard to the progress of the $8.2 million Wedge Rd-Frankston Dandenong Rd intersection upgrade. We have been advised that on site field surveys have been completed, as has the high-level first cut of the design layout. Investigation into the location of existing services has also been completed and discussions have commenced with affected service utility providers. VicRoads stresses that this is a “significant and complex project” and it will take a lot of time to resolve design issues before physical works can commence. I have been assured that the project’s timeline targets are on track. GREAT news that if re-elected, the Napthine Government will provide $1.5 million to upgrade facilities at Roy Dore Reserve. Improvements will include an upgrade of the clubrooms and toilet facilities, and a rebuild of the pavilion. This will benefit all casual and regular users of the reserve, including the CarrumPatterson Lakes Football Club, Auskick, Carrum Cowboys Football Club (Super-Rules) and Carrum Cricket Club.

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IT was a pleasure to host two very special centenarians at the annual Century Club afternoon tea at Parliament House as part of Senior’s Week celebrations. Esme Donnell and Doris Quick, both of Seaford, are just two of around 1000 Victorians who are members of this elite club. I started the Century Club four years ago, and we have since hosted more than 200 centenarians at the event. PREMIER Denis Napthine was given a warm welcome by children at Carrum Childcare Centre for an announcement that his government has committed $1.6 million for a new integrated children’s centre. The State Government grant will add to the $2.45 million investment by the Kingston City Council for the $4.05 million project which will create an integrated service hub with kindergarten and longday care rooms that have the capacity to care for 106 children, maternal and child health consulting rooms and allied health services. THE Carrum Electorate Good News award aims to recognise people in our electorate who have achieved great things or worked hard in the community. Winners have included: Matt Semmens from Carrum Coast Guard; Shirley Wragge, a volunteer with the Frankston Hospital Pink Ladies for 46 years; young ballerina Emily Bray; and David and Evelyn Neale, who have dedicated more than 50 years to the Carrum community. All worthy winners. MY office can assist with any State Government inquiry. Call in to 374 Nepean Hwy, Carrum, phone 9772 4544, or email donna.bauer@parliament. vic.gov.au and don’t forget to like me on Facebook, follow me on Twitter or visit my website at www.donnabauer.com.au

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Stoner on board for Mates Day MATES Day on the Bay last Sunday was a howling success – with a blustery northerly chopping up its blue waters and making boating difficult. But that didn’t deter the 150180 disabled guests and their carers from taking to the boats and catching some fine snapper. The annual event – started by the FutureFish Foundation in 1999 and hosted by Lynette and Trevor Hogan from Launching Way on the Patterson River – is a day when they can get out on the water and, maybe, catch a fish. On board the iFish boat, guest

Adam and his father, Mick, of Endeavour Hills, enjoyed the company of motorcycle legend Casey Stoner and fishing broadcaster Paul Worstling. Their reward was a huge snapper.

Jasmine, of Caulfield South, brought home an even bigger fish. Lynette said the event had been “really successful”. “We had 55 boats as well as the Chelsea police and their beach

buggy, with Hobson’s Bay fishing club members, St John’s Ambulance and umpteen volunteers helping load and unload the boats and gear,” she said. “It was a great day, a team effort.”

Fun day: Chelsea police supplied buggy rides for Mates Day on the Bay participants, above left, and Jasmine landed a large snapper, above. Pictures: Gary Sissons

Short Strings brings much merriment LONGBEACH Short Strings ukulele players were on a high after a jam session at the restaurant of Richfield Village in Aspendale Gardens on Sunday. More than 100 people took part in the singing and strumming fest, providing a clear demonstration of the rapid rise in popularity of the humble ukulele. “About 100 people in the restaurant sang along and clapped and we played about 22 songs over two hours,” Short Strings spokesman Don East said. The group was started about three years ago by Michael Bell and Sue Telfer and it now

has 30 members of various ages who come together to on Thursdays from 7-9pm at the rear of Mordialloc Neighbour House, 457 Nepean Hwy, Mordialloc. “It is great fun and an easy instrument to play and inexpensive to buy,” he said. “The Aspendale Edithvale area is known as Longbeach and the ukulele has short strings, hence the name Longbeach Short Strings Ukulele Group.” New members are welcome - including learners – and instruments are available through the club. Visit lbssuke.wordpress.com or call Michael 0409 241 947.

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SHOP LOCAL Mordy Surf

Mordy Surf was established in 1970, being one of the only surf shops on this coast. Mordys gained a unique reputation, with the ‘Mordy Surf Safari, where we would load a bus full of groms and boards and head to the coast in search of waves, and as a ‘Real’ Surf Store, for stocking the best boards available. Today we are lucky to work with the best shapers and manufacturers in the world.

Stocking the latest boards from Channel Islands, JS, Takayama, McTavish, Firewire, to name a few, as well as all the latest in wetsuits, accessories and apparel. Mordys has the product and experience that you’re looking for. 628 Main Street, Mordialloc 3195, Hours 9.30-5.30 Mon-Wed, 9.30-6.30 Thu-Fri, Sat 9-5, Sun 10-5 email: info@mordysurf.com.au

Tierra Alma Tierra Alma meaning Earth Soul in Spanish! A unique ladies fashion boutique in the heart of Mordialloc, offering a taste of the gorgeous Byron Bay in Melbourne.

inspired by the beautiful labels from Byron Bay, Paula made the decision to open Tierra Alma on March 1st 2014.

Over the past 7 months Tierra Alma has Beautiful warm service with a smile and brought many beautiful people from all over Melbourne to Mordialloc, who have love and kindness to share with all. enjoyed a unique shopping experience. The owner Paula Evans has been a Beauty 226 Beach Rd, Mordialloc 3195 Therapist for over 23years. Also having a passion for fashion and

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Chinese Massage Welcome to CHINESE MASSAGE, a relaxing and healthy wonderland.

we love to keep people healthy and happy. Established in Oct 2013, we are a new Chinese massage is an ancient tradition, business but are already well known by local being part of traditional Chinese medicine. people. Thank you for all your support. We It encompasses Anmo(press and rub) and wish to see you and your family regularly. Tuina(push and grasp), which is used for rejuvenation and health maintenance. It can also help ease the pain from injuries, Shop 1/600 Main Street, Mordialloc 3195, joint and muscle problems and internal Open 365 days disorders. From a Chinese doctor’s family, Ph: 0478 662 829

Pompei’s of Mordialloc

Jack built his first boat at 14 years of age, and after a few years was teaching the trade teachers how to build boats. Our first professional registered boat in Victorian waters was 1914. The Wooden Boat festival of the United States of America honored Jack Pompei OAM with a ringing of 8 bells in hour of his achievements after his passing.

Our family saved over 2000 lives on Port Phillip Bay Victoria, towed in tens of thousands

more that broke down. His achievements are honoured by the Victorian Water Police which my father played an important role in the foundation of the squad. Other areas Jack helped was in the Victorian Cast Guard set up and paid for the construction of St. Brigids Catholic church. 561 main street, Mordialloc 3195, Hours 9-5 Mon-Fri Sat 9-12 email: pompeitrading@bigpond.com

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They aspire to being at the forefront of their field, setting new standards and offering clients a calibre of service they simply can’t find elsewhere.

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Studio Craft Frameworks

WE are picture framers and home stylers and as well as framing we have an eclectic range of framed art including limited editions and prints. cushions and soft furnishings. With 50 years experience custom picture framing, all staff is able to choose the best colours and frames to suit your precious artwork and being a local business, we are able to pick up and deliver, all part of the service. Owner Karina has been involved with interior design for 20 years. We

have a complementary service of in-home colour consultancy where Karina will bring different art to evaluate the best colours and style to enhance your home and help you source these piece. Come and visit us to share your home decor ideas and see ours. 532 Main St Mordialloc Phone 9588 0096 Fax 9588 0016 email: studiocraft.pm@bigpond.com www.studiocraftframeworks.com.au

Mordialloc Fine Food Mordialloc fine foods was established in June 2000. We are a small family business who love looking after our special customers. On those busy demanding days we can prepare your evening meals for you, wether it be a yummy roast or a bbq we can prepare

it all for you ready to pop in the oven or throw on the barby. We can also prepare your veggies and salads for pick up too. We are just a phone call away. 515 Main st Mordialloc Phone 9588 0606 Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am to 6pm , Sat 9am to 1pm.

Keeping Active Myotherapy AT Keep Active Myotherapy (KAM) Kimberley Marsden strives to offer the highest level of care. Kimberley has extensive experience with elite sports people working with the Carlton Football Club, Victorian Bushrangers (cricket), Melbourne Rebels (rugby), PGA tour players (golf), Richmond Football Club and currently Melbourne Storm (rugby league). Myotherapy is the assessment, treatment and management of musculoskeletal conditions, which cause pain and discomfort. You would see a Myotherapist to relieve aches and pains, to prevent injury or to enhance movement. Myotherapy enhances the movement for people of all ages.

Common day to day complaints include: • Neck / back pain • Headaches/migraines • General tightness • Tennis/ golfer’s elbow • ‘Desk job syndrome’ • Preventative treatment or management • Pre/post natal Trigger point therapy, deep tissue massage, dry needling and cupping are just some of the modalities used in treatment. KAM offers private health insurance claiming facilities.

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Game of dream homes BEAUTIFULLY renovated and designed, this single-level family home enjoys a secure and private setting on a 807-square metre block, just a short walk to the beach. From the wide entry, there is a formal lounge and dining room to the left that both have a view through bay windows to the landscaped front section of the property. Through the dining area is the central kitchen which can also comfortably cater to the casual meals area that is incorporated into the family room space. The kitchen features glistening stainless-steel appliances including an under-bench oven, rangehood and a dishwasher, and the waterfall stone benchtops are a contemporary touch. A rumpus room extends the back half of the home and features a modern built-in bar, plenty of space for an eight-ball table, and continues on to open out to the paved alfresco courtyard at the rear of the home. Very private and with a cosy pot-belly stove in one corner, the courtyard sits at eye-level to the raised decking that houses the in-ground pool. Securely fenced and equally private, the pool is surrounded by merbau timber with a crushed aggregate border. Whether the family has fully grown or still working on it, this wonderful home will cater to all types, particularly with the double garage and off-street parking for at least three more vehicles.

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EDITHVALE 18 Joffre Avenue

BONBEACH 2/1-3 Trent Court

EW ING N T S LI

WONDERFUL OFF THE PLANS

AFFORDABLE LARGE FAMILY HOME

This single storey, beautifully renovated and designed, secure and private 4 bedroom home sits in a very quiet street on a 807m2 approx. block of land. With a salt chlorinated sparkling pool, 4 separate living areas, study and off street parking for 3 cars (caravan/boat) this beautiful home is ideal for the growing family.

MASSIVE STAMP DUTY SAVINGS – UNDER CONSTRUCTION. This double storey, immaculate design and construction from trusted local builder (Utopian Builders) will impress you from every turn. Including: 3 bedrooms plus extra study/fourth bedroom, 2 bathrooms and large living space.

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CHELSEA HEIGHTS 40 Seccull Drive

EW ING N T S LI

Mike Joy 0421 063 771 Nicola Nakon 0411 236 501

BONBEACH 48/97 Broadway

EW ING N T S LI

ABUNDANCE OF SPACE

This light filled renovated family home is just the one you have been looking for. All the work has been done, with timber flooring throughout, three spacious bedrooms, all with built in floor to ceiling robes, new kitchen with glass splashbacks and a 900mm Technika stainless steel oven and dishwasher.

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This single storey, freestanding and private 3 bedroom home sits in a quiet street with an easterly facing rear garden overlooking the nature reserve, pony club and bike tracks. Move straight in and enjoy an easy, stress free, lifestyle.

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PATTERSON LAKES 2 Salmon Bay

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SUNSETS OVER THE CANAL Constructed from the richest of materials, this grand waterfront residence is iconic in architectural design, sweeping over three levels with vast balconies, creating a landmark home in coveted Patterson Lakes. The home elegantly incorporates a formal lounge with gas ďŹ re place, theatre room, contemporary kitchen with meals and living area opening onto an alfresco and sparkling pool overlooking the canal. Plus gymnasium, 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, en-suite and powder room. This North facing home surpasses a seven star energy rating with a 10,000 litre concrete underground water tank, custom design double glazed windows, bulk thermal insulation, solar panels, low energy low voltage lights, and highly efficient appliances resulting in an eco-friendly coastal abode. Truly the star of Patterson Lakes, now on parade and waiting for inspection.

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INNER CITY UNIT Located a short distance from Frankston train station, Bayside shopping centre and the brand new Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre. This functional 2 bedroom brick unit offers lounge with outlook onto front garden, kitchen/meals area, combined bathroom and laundry, small easy care rear garden and car space allotted on title. Whether buying as an investor or first home buyer, you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go wrong with this great unit in prime position.

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PERFECT FAMLY HOME - A RARE GEM OPPORTUNITY Large 818sqm allotment in excellent location, with walk through to Bruce Park and easy access to Frankston schools and day care centre, hospital and medical facilities, gorgeous beach and boardwalk, theatres, train station and the CBD. The in-ground solar heated pool and the pleasant sunroom are just the thing for the coming warm summer days, and the home also comprises downstairs formal lounge and dining, solid Ash timber kitchen with double self cleaning oven, family room, three bedrooms and two bathrooms as well as the garage with wide driveway providing ample room for extra cars. Upstairs incorporates a further 2 bedrooms, bathroom with spa and a balcony with gorgeous view of the pool and Bruce Park, as well as glimpses of the bay and the Dandenong Ranges. A beautiful and functional home for the family.

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FRANKSTON SOUTH 5/10 Poinciana Street

IMMACULATE UNIT IN LOVELY FRANKSTON SOUTH COMPLEX A Frankston South gem for anyone looking for a low body corporate fee unit with immaculate presentation and a large leafy private courtyard for afternoon tea on a warm summerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day. Incorporating two living areas, great kitchen with dishwasher, 2 bedrooms, gas ducted heating, master with ensuite and double lock-up garage with remote control and internal access, all nicely tucked away at the back of the complex for privacy and quiet. Situated within the Frankston High School zone, this is a must see, will buy, property.

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Buyers over $390,000

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Saturday 11.00-11.30am

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BONBEACH 6 Wolstenholme Garden

PERFECT FAMLY HOME - A RARE GEM OPPORTUNITY Large 818sqm allotment with walk through to Bruce Park, in excellent location, mostly desired for its easy access to Towerhill Shopping centre & Frankstonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most precious amenities such as Frankston High School, primary schools and day care centre, hospital and medical facilities, gorgeous beach and boardwalk, theatres, train station and the CBD. The in ground solar heated pool and the pleasant sunroom are just the thing for the coming warm summer days, as well as the home comprising downstairs formal lounge and dining, Solid Ash timber kitchen with double self cleaning oven, family room, three bedrooms, two bathrooms (one with a separate toilet) as well as the double garage with wide driveway providing ample room for three extra cars. Upstairs incorporates a further 2 bedrooms, a spa bathroom and a balcony with gorgeous aspect of the pool and Bruce Park as well as glimpses of the bay and the Dandenong Ranges. A beautiful and functional home for the family.

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

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Buyers over $630,000

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Saturday 1.00-1.30pm

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FRANKSTON SOUTH 9 Pratt Avenue

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Sure this property needs work, in fact it is ripe for a complete renovation. However, look at the position- 5 minute drive to the beach, part of the Frankston High School Zone & minutes from train station. The home has 3 bedrooms plus study, 2 living areas, big kitchen with dishwasher, s/contained bungalow and all set of 755sqm block. Located in a fantastic South Frankston position, be first out of the blocks!

Spic and span and in lovely form, this home simply shines both in price and presentation and will delight those on a budget. Very low maintenance on a half allotment, the spacious home is light & bright and only five minutes from shopping centre, beach and train station. Features include fully tiled open plan living room, dining area and kitchen, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, heating &cooling, carport behind secure roller door and covered outdoor entertaining area.

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Buyers over $285,000

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FRANKSTON 2/30 Gairloch Drive

FRANKSTON 33/392 Nepean Highway

DELIGHTFUL AND SPACIOUS

MODERN, NEAT & VERY APPEALING

Near-new, this neat BV unit will surprise all with its convenient location and well designed floor plan. On offer are two 2 bedrooms with BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, separate study (or possible 3rd bedroom), spacious lounge and dining area with adjoining kitchen featuring gas cook top, electric oven and a dishwasher. Split system air-conditioning throughout and outside is a private courtyard and there is internal acess from the single garage.

A super apartment, excellent for modern city living, with many extras to satisfy the owner occupier or investor wanting to attract the right tenant. Presented in excellent condition, this first floor property is close to the beach and CBD and includes security entrance, underground car park, kitchen with stone benchtops, lounge & dining area opening to private balcony, two bedrooms and two way bathroom. Currently let and achieving a good return.

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Buyers over $275,000

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FRANKSTON SOUTH 4/33 Culcairn Avenue

FRANKSTON 45/2 Spray Street

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Tucked away in a beautiful tree lined street this executive townhouse with double garage will delight. With neutral tones and quality finishes throughout this property offers master bedroom with FES & WIR, powder room, separate laundry, beautiful kitchen with s/steel appliances and stone benchtops, formal lounge and spacious meals area with sliding doors leading out to a courtyard. Upstairs are 2 more bedrooms with robes, bathroom and a second living area.

Situated in a popular and well maintained complex, this unit is immaculately presented with entry hall leading to the living room, lovely kitchen with new appliances including dishwasher, dining area, three bedrooms â&#x20AC;&#x201C; main with walk-in robe, recently re-carpeted and re-floored, gas ducted heating and air-conditioning, single garage, and paved courtyard for outdoor entertaining. Great impression guaranteed.

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Peter Gourdouros 0428 234 155 Sofia Vatos 0421 328 255 Office: Chelsea I P: 8773 1888

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Single-level, 3BR home, blissfully low-maintenance and with weatherboard charm. A refreshing renovation adds polished timber floors and crackling openfire, the sparkling bathroom adds modern appeal along with the kitchen-todining space & lounge room. Split-system cooling and GDH deliver climate control for every season.

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Unions target voters in marginal electorates Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au UNIONS will urge Frankston and Carrum voters to “put Napthine last” at next month’s state election as part of a campaign to “knock off” the Coalition state government. Union members will be stationed at polling booths in the two marginal electorates on 29 November alongside political party volunteers who traditionally hand out ‘how to vote’ leaflets. Trades Hall Council secretary Luke Hilakari said nurses, paramedics, teachers and firefighters would ask voters to vote put the Napthine government last on their ballot papers as some voters made a final decision on how to vote. He said union members would not be encouraging voters to opt for Labor as part of the campaign despite campaigning against the Coalition government. “People can make their own minds up,” Mr Hilakari said. “We won’t be handing out ‘how to vote’ cards but we will be encouraging people to vote against a government that has dudded public sector workers on pay and conditions.” The state government and unions have been unable to resolve a longrunning dispute over pay rises and staffing levels for paramedics and firefighters ahead of the election. About 200 union members including nurses, paramedics, teachers and firefighters took to Frankston and Carrum streets last weekend to visit homes in Frankston

Rallying to cause: TV news crews interview firefighter Frank Howell at Patterson Lakes Community Centre, above, and Anne Emms brought her dog for extra support, right, before heading out to door knock Frankston residents. Pictures: Gary Sissons

and Carrum as part of a “doorknocking blitz… to knock off the government”, according to the Trades Hall’s ‘We Are Union’ website. Frankston and Carrum are two of six marginal seats being targeted by Trades Hall in the final weeks before the state election. The bayside seats of Mordialloc and Bentleigh will also be targeted by Trades Hall with Bellarine and Monbulk also on the hit list. Mr Hilakari said the Victorian Electoral Commission “is fine” with union members attending polling booths. “It’s the first time we’ve done this since the ‘Your Rights At Work’ campaign seven years ago,” he said. That union-led campaign against

WorkChoices was regarded as influential in defeating the Howard government at the 2007 federal election and helping former Labor prime minister Kevin Rudd into power. Former Liberal, now independent, Frankston MP Geoff Shaw said he had met paramedics earlier this month to discuss their concerns. “Having respect for paramedics in our state doesn’t need to only be demonstrated through higher pay or benefits,” Mr Shaw said. “Whilst higher pay and benefits are ideal, we can also be taking steps to reduce the stress and high workload of our emergency health staff through improving the system within which they work.”

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Braces bagged in both bays By Paul “Tracker” Pingiaro THE fishing really ramped it up this week, with both Port Phillip and Western Port firing and many anglers bagging a brace. For those that are yet to turn a reel don't despair, the season is young and the days are getting longer. This week the schools of fish moved quite quickly and the aim of anglers was to find ground with multiple schools of fish and burley up. Consistent burley was the key and smaller bait sizes were the go. I found strips of squid and whole small pilchards were the go. Snapper snatchers were effective, especially when sweetened with squid rings. Running sinker rigs with single and double 4/0 hooks accounted for most fish. James Rodgers of Unreel Fishing charters has been getting among the snapper off Cowes, sweep in Bass Strait and squid from the north end of Western Port. Anglers hitting Cat Bay have been getting a few snapper and squid, while Lysarghts, Eagle Rock and Cowes are producing snapper. Port Phillip this week has seen some great catches. For the best results fish from 19m in front of Mt Martha and gradually move it shallower till you get 6m off Williamstown. For those land locked and in search of the red fish all land based structures from Mt Martha Rocks to Kerford Rd pier are worth a crack. Fish at times of low light and be patient. After a strong change and on a rising barometer are prime times. This week Yaringa Boat Harbour boats have returned with some lovely snapper, flathead and gummy sharks. However, an incident involving a gurnard required an ambulance intervention, so a reminder to all those that hook one of these spiky critters - be careful, they hurt. If you are ever "spiked" rinsing the sting with as warm a water as you can tolerate will break down the enzymes in the sting, you might just have to sacrifice that coffee or tea thermos. Tight lines and calm seas.

The jig’s up: Cathy Zhang caught this squid in Western Port while fishing with James Rodgers, of Unreel fishing charters.

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

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Mordialloc tragedy evidence given Compiled by Melissa Hodge THE many friends of Mrs Maxwell, of Frankston, will regret to hear the death of her mother, which occurred at Geelong a few days ago *** AFTER a rather prolonged absence Mrs and Miss O’Grady have again taken up their residence in Frankston. *** THE Frankston Brass Band will play selections on Sunday afternoon near the pier, weather permitting. A collection will be taken up in aid of the hospital. *** A PUBLIC meeting will be held in the Tyabb Hall on Monday evening next, for the purpose of making arrangements for holding the annual sports meeting at Tyabb. *** THE request for extra police protection at Frankston has been acceded to, and Constable Bill , from the City, has been stationed here for the summer months. *** THE members of All Saints Church, Tyabb, intend making an effort to clear off the debt existing on their church, on Friday and Saturday next, when they will hold an “All Nations” Fair, in the Hall. A good programme of amusement will be provided each evening, and the stalls will be wellstocked with a variety of fancy and other goods, which will be offered to the public at moderate prices. *** AMONGST the men in camp in the

4th Battalion of the New South Wales Imperial Force, is an old boy of the Frankston State school in the person of A. R. B Ferguson, who has been appointed a Corporal in C. Company. *** THE Monolyte Ltd., (reinforced concrete company) have purchased from Mrs L. Draper a portion of her stud area at Seaford, and intend opening up a sand pit and erecting tile works on the site. The Railway Department are putting in a siding to the sand pit. *** THIS evening (Saturday) a farewell social and presentation will be given to the soldiers leaving for the war from the Somerville district in the Fruitgrowers Hall. A charge of Is will be made for admission, which will go towards the Belgium Relief Fund. *** THE anniversary of the Somerville Methodist Church will be celebrated on Sunday and Monday next. On Sunday, the Rev. E. J. Watkin, D.D., will preach in the afternoon and evening. There will be special singing by the choir. At the afternoon service a golden offering will be taken up. On Monday evening the Rev. Dr Watkin will deliver his stirring and popular lecture on ‘Our Empire’ in the Mechanics Hall. As the lecturer has the reputation of being a fine speaker there will doubtless be large attendances at both services on Sunday and at the lecture on Monday. *** THE idea of each District School Inspector appointing a Treasurer to

receive Patriotic subscriptions from children throughout this particular district has been found to work admirably. An enthusiastic central meeting was held. Mr Armitage handed over £3 to commence the fund and the promise of a liberal monthly salary donation, and thus started the ball rolling, Teachers and children from little mountain schools, not to mention larger establishments, poured in voluntary subscriptions from salaries and other donations. So prompt and liberal was the response that in a few days Mr Edwards was able to report “£150 received”, this good work is still continuing. *** ON Saturday Mr John Leson of Cowes, while working at the Naval Base, met with a very nasty accident. The horse he was driving bolted, jamming him against a truck At first it was thought he was seriously injured, but upon being examined, it was found he had escaped any broken bones, but was badly bruised. We are pleased to relate that he was able to resume his duties in a couple of days. Mr J. Coshlan, a very old resident of this locality, escaped from what may have been a very serious accident. At the present time the Railway Department is busy relaying the line with heavier rails, and there are two or more gangs of men at work unloading the trucks. Mr J. Coshlan being at the end of a rail, by some unusual manner the rail slipped and he was thrown a distance in the air, coming down between two trucks.

It was a most miraculous escape. However the sufferer, who has our sympathy, after being examined by the doctor, was found to be badly bruised and his left leg smashed. *** The Mordialloc Tragedy. Evidence at the Coroner’s Inquest. THE circumstances surrounding the double tragedy which took place at Mordialloc on 10th October (says the Age) involving the death of Priscilla Henderson Warwick. 12 years of age, and Harold Leslie Matthewran, 25, both of 122 Park Street, South Yarra, were investigated on Tuesday at the City Morgue by the Coroner (Dr Cole). Frederick Henry John Matthewran, residing at South Melbourne said the deceased man was his brother. Witnesses last saw him alive in June. Deceased was born in London, but had spent many years in Seattle, U.S.A., whence he came to Melbourne in December, 1899. He was of a cheerful, disposition, did not drink to excess as far as witnesses knew, and had never threatened his own or anyone else’s life. The Coroner found that on the 10th October, Priscilla Henderson Warwick and Harold Leslie Matthewran were found dead at Mordialloc, death having resulted from gunshot wounds, and that these wounds had been wilfully and ferociously inflicted by Matthewran. There was not sufficient evidence to determine the state of his mind at the time. *** AT the Langwarrin North State

School, the erection of the shelter has been completed. As a more costly building has been provided than was first intended, the funds in hand were insufficient to meet the cost. A concert has been arranged to be held at the Recreation Hall on October 28th, at which some of the singing talent from Frankston and elsewhere will take part. This entertainment promises to be something really good, and patrons besides having a good evening’s entertainment will be helping to provide a necessary want at the State school. The above school was re-opened on Monday, October 19th, after being closed for a fortnight on account of measles being so prevalent amongst the scholars. ***. OWING to the dry season, the spring which supplies the water trough on the main road is dried up. As this is the source that supplies water to the campers and residents for the summer months it is rather a serious outlook for Dromana. A meeting will be held on Tuesday evening next to make arrangements for supplying the town with water. *** THE funeral of the late Colonel T. Bruce Hutton J.P, which was very largely attended, took place Thursday afternoon at Dandenong. Colonel Hutton had been a member of the Dandenong shire council for 30 years. From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 24th October, 1914.

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ARTS& ENTERTAINMENT

Coming face to face with art at MPRG MORNINGTON Peninsula Regional Gallery (MPRG) has opened the iconic Archibald Prize 2014 to the public – this is the last time this iconic exhibition will be on display on the Mornington Peninsula. Next year the exhibition travels to Ballarat. Fiona Lowry won the prize this year for her portrait of renowned architect Penelope Seidler, taking home $75,000 prize money. Tim Storrier won the Packing Room Prize Winner for his painting of Barry Humphries The Member, Dr Sir Leslie Colin Patterson KCB, AO. This year’s portraits feature Missy Higgins, Anna Meares, John Safran, Adam Goodes and Cate Blanchett by Australia’s leading contemporary artists. Visitors to MPRG will have the chance to vote for their favourite work in the People’s Choice Award. Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor Councillor Antonella Celi said, “The team at Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery has done an outstanding job again in bringing this iconic exhibition to the region. “This year’s Archibald Prize exhibition is particularly strong. We are also delighted that more than 800 Mornington Peninsula

students have created works for this year’s Friends of the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery’s (FMPRG) Art Award. The works are being displayed in shops, arcades, cafes, banks, libraries and more. Students and families can pick up a Schools Art Award walk brochure and enjoy the works on display in their local area. “Congratulations to the Friends of the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery for such an outstanding community initiative.” There is live music in the licensed café marquee every Sunday 1pm-4pm by local musicians. On Saturday 25 October artist Fiona Lowry and her sitter Penelope Seidler will discuss how the Archibald Prize 2014 awardwinning portrait was created and the influences on Seidler’s pose, mood and setting. Tickets $50 (includes viewing of exhibition, drinks and nibbles) Bookings essential, phone 5975 4395. The exhibition runs until 16 November 2014 at the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery. Visit www.mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au to find out more, or phone 5975 4395. To purchase tickets visit: www. mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au

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THE MEANING OF EXISTENCE... AND OTHER SHORT STORIES

I’ve been to Bali (part) two By Stuart McCullough THERE’S a sign around the corner from my father’s. By the side of the Mornington Tyabb Road in a loose, spray-painted script, the sign promises ‘stable manure’ for just a few dollars per bag. What is left unsaid is whether the manure has always been stable or has achieved this through a combination of clean living and therapy. Perhaps it’s best not to ask. To tell you the truth, I’d prefer not to know the going rate for a bag of ‘unstable manure’. This is because I have a substantial fear of the stuff and will do almost anything to avoid it. This makes our decision to holiday in Bali – home of the infamous Bali belly – even more perplexing. We were told there were two golden rules for any trip to the Indonesian holiday island. The first was ‘do not drink the water’. There is, so we were told, no quicker path to illness than to drink from the tap. We were advised to be cautious even when showering. The second rule was simple: don’t eat after midnight. Actually, on second thought, the second rule might not be so much from the travel guide as it is from the movie ‘Gremlins’. Still, it’s not a bad rule. As for the water, my sister in law pointed out that in trying to avoid drinking the water, we should avoid ice at all costs. Truth is, I dislike ice intensely. It is because of this deep-seated hatred that I cannot sit through an entire screening of the film ‘Frozen’. Although such enmity might seem totally il-

logical to most people, I can simply say that I grew up in the 1990s. The nineties weren’t just about flannel shirts and grunge millionaires whining about their parents – people often forget there was a dark side too. To this day, I carry the scars of Vanilla Ice’s deep-chilled slap to the head, ‘Ice, Ice Baby’. When you consider the kind of damage wreaked by that hideous

assault on the ears, it’s little wonder that I have a lasting fear of the stuff. So when my sister in law suggested I avoid it, I readily agreed. We have been in Ubud for all of three minutes when our hosts return with two glasses of ice tea. To be frank, if it were a competition between ‘ice’ and ‘tea’ for ultimate supremacy, the ice would have the tea pinned

to the mat, it’s limbs splayed like a chicken, and begging for mercy. I can hear it clinking against the glass as our beverages are set before us. Our hosts are smiling. Either I can insult them by sending it back, or I can risk unstable manure and the seven kinds of hell that gastroenteritis can bring. I don’t want to risk making a scene. I drink up and hope for the best. Luckily for us, neither my wife and I start melting like the Wicked Witch at the end of The Wizard of Oz. It seems like a small miracle. To endure ice, ice baby and survive feels like an act of defiance. Perhaps all that Vanilla Ice has built up my tolerance levels. Having flown six hours to get here and having travelled a further hour by road, we are both exhausted. We go to bed at an unreasonably early hour. It’s our first full day in Bali and the mission is simple: relax. It’s easier said than down. Truth is, I find it a little difficult to unwind. That’s because I grew up in the 1980s where, for about six months, a group of Liverpudlians who called themselves Frankie Goes to Hollywood urged the world to ‘Relax’. For me at least, it was a message that would fall on deaf ears. Just as Vanilla Ice would all but destroy the nineties, Frankie Goes to Hollywood pretty much ruined the eighties for me. Well, them and Haysi Fantayzee. But we weren’t about to leave something as important as ‘relaxation’ merely to chance. No sir. My wife had booked me a massage. This, she

assured me, would assist me to unwind. Let me be clear: I’ve had massages before. I don’t mind a little poking, prodding, kneading and knotting. But when the moment comes and I step into the specially segregated massage area, I feel I might be in trouble. It starts with the music. For anyone who might work in the massage industry, I think I speak for everyone when I say that the music you use is horrible. That floating, airy-fairy nothingness doesn’t take anyone’s mind off their troubles, it makes them wonder how they can get to the stereo without being noticed. Even Vanilla Ice and Frankie Goes to Hollywood would be a welcome relief. Then there’s the matter of my masseuse. He is exactly half my size. And bony. Over the next three hours he wedges his knuckles into every nook and cranny. I feel like he’s using me as a human Rubik’s cube. Suddenly, I realize that the music isn’t meant to make me feel clam; it’s meant to stifle the sound of my screaming. When I’m released, I feel like a Picasso painting, with various pieces of my anatomy having now been relocated. I attempt to scratch my ear only to find that it’s now midway down my lower back. In fact, I’m in so much agony that I must swallow my pride along with a fist full of paracetamol and ask for the one thing that I have sworn never to ask for: ice. It comes in a bag and I place it strategically across my various limbs, wherever I find them. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

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We have some copies of SAS insider to give away. Together with your name and address tell me what SAS stands for and send your entry to SAS Insider C/O Gary Turner, MPNG, P.O Box 588, Hastings 3915. *** AFTER a 3 month sold out season Grease returns to Melbourne in December 2014 for a strictly limited season. Over 500,000 Australians, including more than 160,000 people in Melbourne, have enjoyed the production since it opened on January 2 this year. Leading the all-star cast in the iconic roles of Danny and Sandy are much loved entertainer Rob Mills and rising star Gretel Scarlett. Bert Newton returns to his radio roots playing the role of veteran disc jockey Vince Fontaine, while

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mutants find a new enemy. *** AN exciting new TV show for dog lovers will hit the screen on November 7th Channel 31. Yappy Hour TV. The show will feature street talk with dog owners in the streets and parks of Melbourne hearing their funny, unusual and sincere stories. Dog lovers can access the latest dog information including therapy, chiropractic, nutritional, veterinary and fashion news including celebrity dogs and dog training. Executive producer, Liz Robinson told The News “Basically everyone loves their dogs and dogs bring so much unconditional love and joy to so many people. Dogs are a part of our everyday life. We see them in all walks of life including police, customs, mental therapy, armed forces, assisting the blind and more importantly companionship. Yappy Hour TV will feature a variety of hosts including Lorinska Anderson, runner up Miss Universe for Australia and Tony Volton, comedian. Former disco DJ Darren Turner is the music arranger. On December 14th, Yappy Hour TV will be attending the big day out, family day out for Dogs of Victoria at KCC Park, Skye from 10am. Yappy Hour TV, Channel 31, Friday November 7th. www.yappyhourtv.com.au yappyhourtv/facebook *** ROBERT Downey Jr will star as Iron Man in Captain America 3. The 49 year old actor has portrayed the character in three movies and The Avengers (2012), and is under contract for Avengers: Age of Ultron and a third Avengers film. Captain America 3 will follow the Marvel Civil War storyline, which sees the implementation of the Superhuman Registration Act. The bill requires all people with superhuman powers to register and undergo training with the US government, and creates a divide in the superhero community. Iron Man leads the pro-registration movement alongside Mr Fantastic and Henry Pym, while Captain America, Luke Cage and Falcon are opposed.

*** DARLING Antonella Celi, as Mayor of the Mornington Peninsula Liberal stronghold I congratulate you on a very tricky job well done. We men love our girls running the place. Julia Gillard, Julie Bishop, Maggie at the coffee shop, Sue-ellen at Bakers Delight, Mrs Stewart in Grade 4 after the shelter shed incident. Antonella, ably assisted by Cr Timmy Rogers promises “extra security in Rye around the holiday period”. Ahh, but what does this mean Antonella and Timmy? Can it be those CCTV cameras promised/ forgotten, or the reality of one extra policeman from Somerville on New Year’s Eve for 5 hours? We hold our breath. *** THE big day. 29th November. The Victorian State election. Wayne Swann promised 500,000 jobs; Tony promised a million. Stateside Denny Napthine 200,000; Danny Andrews 100,000. We look back to the last state election and see none of their promises came to pass (Teddy back then), other than the pay rise to our police. Lots of plans, no action, a 6 kilometre road the highlight. Sadly they keep shoving these ideas in our faces, to the point where what we really believe is simply we do not believe. I always vote against rather than for regardless of the insignificance of my

vote. Obviously therefore, to me, the single most important factor is to say goodbye to Planning Minister Matthew Guy before Melbourne-centric becomes Jakarta. *** SPEAKING of viagra it transpires there are various useless fake medications being smuggled into this country; all sorts, including even dove soap and viagra tablets. Some time back in my dim and distant past I ordered some tablets on the internet; cheaper, in accord with the boy scouts motto. If darling Dolores and Cynthia and possibly even Elsie (she never said, just drifted away), all from Chelsea, are reading this kindly note - It was not my fault! Have the decency to forgive me. *** MICHAEL Leunig’s “Take one evil death cult, blend with insecurity cult, add xenophobia cult, stir in one compliant media cult, beat mixture with Prime Minister until it becomes frothy, serve with smoke and mirrors then garnish with new laws and penalties” together with John Clarke and Bryan Dawe, and the team at the ABC’s “Mad as Hell” headed by Shaun Micallef, help us maintain a decorum of perspective, sanity even, with a few belly laughs, in our present political circus. ***

A Royal Commission into Billy Shorten’s 1980’s Young Labor get together? Coalition voters will conclude “where there’s smoke there’s fire” with unlimited help from unbiased News Limited. It’s understandable to agree with the Iraq war stuff Billy but why the instant acceptance of those counter terrorism laws? *** I SEE variety and flexibility as a necessity in living a life. It was almost 30 years before I reached this conclusion. Knowing how to adapt our living patterns to society’s customs and not being bound up with these necessities in favour of your own aims can result in a marked improvement to your sense of living. It gets harder with age, particularly when taking Francis Bacon’s words as gospel ‘“I will never be an old man. To me, old age is always 15 years older than I am’”. My thinking may well be interpreted as simply always having my own way. It’s surely more than that. Friendship is vital in the sense of a loving friendship, living gold, your wife if you’re very lucky, and one or two close friends. Never intruding, never demanding, appreciating each other’s needs and quirkiness. A balancing act. I could well have spent 50 years as a public servant, locked in, which suits some no doubt. Again Mr Bacon “Imagination is given to man

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Robert Downey Jr has been on the screen since aged five in Saturday Night Live and achieved acclaim for his portrayal of the title role in Chaplin (1992) but his career in the late nineties was interrupted by drug problems and was arrested and jailed for 180 days in 2000 for violating his probation. In 2001 he was sentenced to three years’ probation and ordered to remain in a live-in drug rehabilitation facility for 12 months. His films include Less Than Zero (88), Chaplin (92), my favourite Downey Jr film Heart and Souls (93), Natural Born Killers (94), Danger Zone (95), US Marshals (98) and Good Night and Good Luck (2005). Robert Downey Jr is the son of New York director, Robert Downey. *** AUSTRALIAN superstars John Farnham and Olivia Newton-John will perform together with the Farnham band and a 60 piece orchestra in a co-headlining tour across Australia in April 2015 on the Two Strong Hearts Tour. John Farnham gave us the classic ‘Whispering Jack’ album which is owned by one in four Australians whilst Olivia Newton-John’s career has spanned more than five decades with hits like If Not For You, Banks of the Ohio, Long Live Love, I Love You, I Honestly Love You and If You Love Me Let Me Know. Farnham’s recording debut was the comical Sadie the Cleaning Lady which went straight to No.1 in 1967. They will appear at the Rod Laver Arena on April 8th. Tickets 132 849. *** Winners of the Ross D. Wylie CD: Barney Fyfe – Rye Faye Williams – Chelsea Fiona Jones – Frankston

A Grain of Salt MAYBE there’s a twist to this “getting old” business, whose to know? You depart at 60, 65 even 70 and that’s a reward for a job well done, otherwise you stay on and suffer the slow downgrades of old age as a form of punishment? Should I be grateful, to be alive? For those of us who require inspiration and meaning from the drudgery of our everyday lives kindly allow me to quote the famous words of our leader and motivator “ We will be there for as long as is necessary, but no longer than we need to be”. Thanks Lord Tony. Why one fights an un-winnable war which historically can only get worse I don’t know. Time to stock up on valium, serepax and viagra. *** ASSUMING the Mornington Peninsula Ratepayers’ and Residents’ Association and the McCrae Action Group succeed in their quest to ban the “War and Peace” proposed aquatic centre on the Rosebud foreshore, which at this stage looks inevitable despite Minister for Education Martin Dixon’s promise at the last election, the big question is: What will these fine people have to talk about after the event, including those letters to the editor? Perhaps they could turn their undivided attention to banning the Rye Carnival? If anyone can do it they can.

By Cliff Ellen to compensate for what he is not; a sense of humour to console him for what he is”. See? I’m meditating; must be getting ancient, or desperate? *** THE ABC’s mental health week effort good, concluding with the 3 hour variety special Crack Up, sadly abandoned to avoid the painful lovable (?) Shane Jacobson...Who decided to change the Chelsea Hotel and RSL to Longbeach?...The Abbott government to extend the royal commission into union corruption for another year-big surprise?...Why nothing from Julie Bishop on the courage of school and university students in Hong Kong?...Does the EW Link go through Toorak?...James Hird to wear a burqa?......A break from football allowing Tim Watson to come up with at least one intelligent question during 2015.....If you are unsure of the meaning of self -imposed totalitarianism worry not; you soon will be...“The country that gives up its freedom for security deserves neither” [Benny Franklin]...hooroo... cliffie9@bigpond.com

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BOAT, Savage bay cruiser, 4.35m, first registered January 2013, 40hp Mercury 4 stroke, 24 hours, many extras, as new. $17,363. 0407 887 217. SEADOO, 2010, RTXZ 260, 55 Hours, 12 Month REGO,with trailer and cover, excellent condition, no time wasters, $15,000 ONO 0439 985 545

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HORSE FLOAT, Ranger, extended double float, total refurbishment inside and out, including new spray job inside and out. New upholstery, electric brake and new led lights and wiring etc. $10,000neg. 0428 828 430.

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JAYCO, caravan, 2008, Sterling, EC, complete with AC/heater, rollout awning, ensuite, 150L fridge, plus many more features, $35,000. Phone 0409 564 988.

JAYCO, Freedom, 15ft Pop top, 2003. rear kitchen, inner spring single beds, LED interior lighting, brand new awning, full annexe, many extras. Reg to Dec 2014, Mornington. $12,500ono. Ph: Doug 0418 578 905. JAYCO, poptop, 90 series, 13ft, VGC, extras, cover, regularly serviced, ideal first ladies van. $8,000neg. 0481 314 953.

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

CARAVAN, Opalite, 2008, 21' x 7'9", tandem, dual voltage, island queen bed, centre kitchen, large fridge. Spacious ensuite with separate shower, toilet, vanity. Dual cycle AC, awning, annexe, external table. $32,500 neg. 5940 2442.

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DORSET 16ft pop top, Double bed and bunks, good condition, two way fridge, gas/electric cooking with gable roofed annexe. $6,500 ono. Contact 5944 3758 or 0409 457 675.

JAYCO, Starcraft, 1999, 14ft, twin beds, rear door, immaculate, non smokers, awning, annexe. $11,00. Phone 0400 158 252 after 4pm. Berwick.

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JAYCO 2001 Eagle 14ft pop top. Back door, 2 single beds, kitchen with oven, gas cooktop, microwave, roomy dinette. Plenty of storage with underbench and overhead cupboards and 2 outdoor awnings.Excellent condition. Extras included. $12,950 neg. Contact 0407 547 723

JAYCO Freedom, poptop 2001, front kitchen, pull out pantry, extra large dining, separate lounge, single beds, roll out awning plus walls, this van is in very good condition with many extras, stored in garage, suit Commodore or Falcon. $16,500ono. Berwick. 9707 1312.

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ONSITE CARAVAN, with AC, aluminium annexe, sited Fiveways Caravan Park Dingley. Caravan has been 95% refurbished, annexe has adjoining bathroom/laundry with all appliances included. Asking price offers $5,500+. 0488 657 006. STORM, Traveller, pop top, 16ft, 3 way fridge, microwave, 4 burner, grill, range hood, dbl bed, full roll out awning, EC. $19,000neg. 0409 417 713.

TRAILER, 10 X 5 Tandem, with slide out ramps, REG U26 881 $2,800 ONO Chris 0411 233 397 WINDSOR, pop top, 1989, 4 berth, 15ft long, island bed, 3 way fridge, awning and new annexe, 4 burner stove/oven, lots of cupboard space, EC. $10,450. 0400 560 395. WINDSOR, True Star, 'Sport', pop top, 16ft, '98, island bed, new awning, EC, spotless clean van, NO2-754, $14,900. Call 0438 237 582.

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

LARGE TRAILER, tandem, heavy duty, pro built, suit 5 door Suzuki Grand Vitara and motorbike or similar. Tray 20' x 6'6" C /P body. Brand new Wheels and Tyres. 6' slide under ramps. 6' wind break stone guard. Large lockable aluminium storage box, 8 lockable jerrycan holders. 4 new wheel restraints, electric brakes. 12 months reg. 4 yo. never used. illness forces sale. $8,000. Will sell to best offer. 0429 013 269. MILLARD 14' Pop Top, 4 berth, annexe, early '80's model, excellent condition, $6,000. 0417 102 538.

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

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HUSTLER Fastrak Zero Turn Mower, Commerical Quality with 16hp Honda engine and 42" deck, As new condition, 133 hours. Extras include armrests, Hour meter, Fully serviced. Paid new $8831.00. Sell for $6800.00 Contact Ross 0419305815

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TRACTOR, International 434, diesel with 8 ft Berends blade, good reliable machine. $4,500. 0418 105 969.

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BMW X5 Excellent condition, low kilometres, fully serviced, RWC. $12,950. ZZB-179. Phone 0410 398 933.

COMMODORE, 2010 VE SV6 Black 67,000kms, Rego to July '15,18" alloy wheels, brand new tyres $19,000 ONO. Immaculate condition. Phone Mick on 0430103533 or 59411210. FORD, BA Falcon, 6 cylinders, auto, 197,000kms, good tyres, dual fuel, cheap to run, RWC, reg 06/15, SXH-034, $4,000. Phone 5997 1619.

FORD, Fairmont Ghia, 1996, 6 cylinder, auto, 244,548kms, new tyres, leather seats, RWC, excellent condition inside and out, well maintained motor, registered 09/15, NRG-720. $4,700ono. 0428 683 784. FORD, falcon, GL, sedan, XE model, 1982, one family owner car since new, original condition, matching numbers vehicle, genuine 184,000 kms, excellent interior and body, very good blue duco, auto transmission, AC, PS, disc brakes, towbar, transmission cooler, rear venetian blind, new parts - starter motor, alternator, radiator, hoses, all front end, all brakes and tyres, mufflers, rear springs and shock absorbers, power steering pump and hoses, spark plugs and leads, just been serviced. Suit enthusiast, reg 11/14, B00117, $5,000. 0431 181 645.

GREAT WALL, ute, 2012, 5 speed manual, 4 cylinders, 10,400kms, will sell with full service, reg 01/15, YUP-582. $12,500. Glenn 0419 871 703.

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FORD, Falcon, panel van, XF, 1985, no reg, engine no. JH63AJ66351C. $400ono. 0417 120 648.

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NISSAN 1997 El-Grand Van, with wheelchair hoist, dual fuel, dual climate control, 7 seats, vgc, ,many factory extras, 6 mths Reg (XHT-632) RWC. $16,500 ono. Contact 5944 3758 or 0409 457 675.

VOLKSWAGEN, Golf, 5D hatch, 2007, 2L turbo diesel, auto, sportsline, silver, towbar, T /windows, EC, reg until 18.06.15. Only 98,000kms, UVD-631. $13,490ono with RWC. Narre Warren. Ph: 0438 504 977.

VOLKSWAGEN, Golf, Cabriolet, 1996, GC, new tyres, reg 04/15, drives nice, just spent over $1,000 for RWC. Sell for $2,250. Bittern. 0427 696 426.

VOLKSWAGON, VW Golf, GTI, 2007, manual. 91,000. Three door German built version. Top of the line with factory fitted: sun roof, sat. nav, xeon lights. Very tidy. Reg AAX740. Only serious buyers please- $14,900. Ph: 0413 350 240

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HONDA, 2008, CB600F, Hornet, Fiji blue, done 12,000kms, comes with stand, two spare tyres, with RWC, reg. to 06/15. $6,800. 0420 985 669. Pakenham.

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MOTORHOME/BUS, 1974, converted Mercedes bus, 40ft, 35 ft living area, Dble bed, LCD TV, DVD, microwave, fridge, AC, shower, toilet, sofa/bed, kitchen, table, chairs, oven, stereo, motor 5000kms since rebuild, 5 speed manual, air suspension goes well. Reg until Nov, SF1-577. Needs some love. No time wasters. $27,500Neg. 0400 445 521. WINNEBAGO, Iveco motorhome 2005, 2.8L, 150 HP Diesel, man, 61500 kms, Griller, Oven, Fridge, Shower, Toilet, Water System, 120Lt Water Tank, 2 Batteries & Solar Panels, A/C, $34500, unreg, Vin number is ZCFC50A000D240368, Phone 8672 5911

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

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Reigning premier gets rolled PROVINCIAL

By IT Gully REIGNING MPCA Provincial Premier Mornington was rolled by Long Island in round two of the 2014-15 season on Saturday. Expected to continue to be the measuring stick of the competition this season, the Doggies were knocked over on their home turf at Alexandra Park. However, after making just 90 on day one of the competition, the final result wasn’t as ugly as it could have been. Resuming at 4/101, the Islanders were expected to go after plenty of runs early on the second day before trying to attempt an unlikely outright. However, the visitors didn’t spend a lot of time in the middle on the second day, rolled for just 128. Long Island lost their last seven wickets for just 27 runs; Scott Phillips getting 24, Justin Bridgeman 22 and Simon Dignan 12. Michael Heib was the influencer

with three wickets for the Dogs while Matt Foon and Luke Popov picked up a couple of wickets each. Mornington batted the last 48 overs of the day and didn’t fare a lot better the second time around with the bat either. At the close of play they were 5/80, Brad McDonald top scoring with 27, however, Anthony Gapes and Ben Clements failed again, netting 22 and two runs respectively for the match. The other team expected of big things this season is Mt Eliza, however, they were rolled by Langwarrin falling 16 runs short. After a fiery encounter last week where a couple of Mounties went verbally after Kangas’ skipper Mark Cooper, there was plenty of passion in the game on day two. The home side started extremely well with Ben Tracey and Tom Ewing sharing a 62 run opening stand, before Ewing was bowled by Jake D’Atri (2/77 off 26) for 20. The visitors certainly enjoyed the moment when Craig Entwhistle (6)

became the first of Dwayne Doig’s three wickets (3/82 off 31) and when Tracy and Chris Wisbey fell within six runs of one another, the Mounties were on the back foot at 4/118. Skipper Lyle House, as he has done many times over the journey, steadied the ship with 67 and together with Tristan Faithfull, helped Mt Eliza regain the ascendancy. But when Faithfull became the first of Adrian Mack’s two victims, things started to fall apart for the Mounties. Jason Mathers dug in at the end and tried his best to get his side over the line, however, it wasn’t good enough and Mt Eliza ran out of overs, finishing at 8/214 off 80 overs. Sorrento picked up a comfortable outright victory against Rye. In week one, Sorrento bowled out Rye for 108 and replied to be 1/114 at stumps. The Sorras declared at 5/198 on the second day, Corey Harris top scoring with 81 and Liam O’Connor 45. Rye was then bowled out again for 165, Sorrento recruit Luke Doyle picking up 3/13. Needing just 70 odd

runs for the outright, Sorrento got there after losing just four wickets. Pines was welcomed into the competition’s top division with a hiding against Baxter. The Piners did well with the pill on the opening day of the match, rolling Baxter for 142. However, at stumps they were in some strife at 2/27. Pines was bowled out for 57. Harley Peace-Sterling was the only batsman to score double figures with 13. Dale Irving was at his best with 4/13 while Chamika Sattambi snared 2/23. In their second innings, Baxter finished at 4/109, Todd Quinn elevated to number three and scoring 62. Once again, Jake Prosser was the wicket taker with 2/13, giving him claims as a genuine all-rounder. Crib Point was always going to defend its 9/305 against Moorooduc, however, they had to work for the 12 points. The Ducs had a red hot crack and finished all out for 271. Ben Williams opened with 48 and

shared a 42 run opening partnership with Bobby Wilson (28) and Myles Cordeux also scored 48 batting at three. John Collison contributed 43 batting at five and Brayden Gleeson (21) and Nick Williams (32) also made solid contributions. However, 309 was always a lofty target and losing wickets along the way and not having a player go on and score a ton made life difficult. Brad Davidson was a star for the Pies with the ball with five wickets while Luke Herrington picked-up three wickets. Peninsula Old Boys had every intention of going for an outright against Heatherhill but didn’t get there. The Old Boys finished at 2/105 last week, chasing the Hill’s first innings score of 70. The home side put the Hills straight back in on day two, however, the visitors dug their heels in and batted out the day, scoring 208. Christian Heath top scored with 69.

Whitling helps Reds cause major upset DISTRICT

By IT Gully MT MARTHA caused the upset of the round when they beat MPCA District glamour team, Somerville. With some more than handy recruits this season including skipper Leigh Lowry and Matty Roach, big things are expected from the Eagles this season. However, no names can replace the enthusiasm and vigour of a young and aspiring team like the Reds. Mt Martha scored 127 runs on the opening day of the match and picked up a couple of early wickets before close of play to have the visitors 2/21 over night. However, although the Eagles were up against the ropes to an extent, everyone expected them to come out on day two and flex their muscles. It was Mt Martha who flexed their muscles though, Rhys Whitling leading the charge with 5/37 from 16.2 overs. Whitling led the onslaught and with the support of Brad Schreuder (2/31), Mt Martha rolled Somerville for 126, giving them a one run first innings victory. Aaron Kaddatz and Roach looked the likely players to get the Eagles over the line late in the innings, however, when Roach was run out for five, Whitling then claimed the last three wickets for just ten runs. Michael Holmes scored an unbeaten 158 in Main Ridge’s big win against Baden Powell. The Cougars rolled the Braves for 152 in week one of the match and resumed on day two at 1/128. Main Ridge ended its innings on 282 and sent the Braves back into bat in the hope of picking up an outright win. Nathan Gay was the pick of the Baden Powell bowlers with 6/39. The Braves finished at 8/119 in the second innings, Elia Carter top scoring with 33. Everyone had a bowl for the Cougars in the second innings, James Abbott the best of them with 4/11.

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Hastings was handed a cricket lesson by the yardstick of the competition, Delacombe Park. The Devils scored 9/242 on the first day of the match and there is no doubt they would have had one eye on an outright victory. The Blues were bowled out for 111 in their first innings, skipper Tim Birch top scoring with 34 and Daniel Esler opening with 33. They did manage to bat for 47.4 overs. Shane Deal was the pick off the bowlers for the Devils with 3/13 while Andrew Stapleton claimed 3/24. In the second innings, Hastings survived to be 2/46 at stumps. Red Hill picked up a fantastic victory against the other glamour side of the competition, Seaford. The Hillmen scored 9/294 last week, which was always going to be a difficult task for any side chasing the total. Seaford was capable, however, given the talent in the team. Enter Jamie McCall, who headlined the Hillmen attack and responded with 5/57, while Luke Toy and Brent Martin claimed two wickets each. Seaford was dismissed for 222, giving the Hillmen a solid 70 run win. Carrum, as predicted, picked up the win against Boneo. The Lions set the Pandas 303 for victory on the second day. Boneo was bowled out for 174, Alex Petrovic top scoring with 55 and Jack Fowler getting 53. At one stage, the Pandas were 0/2. Jackson Fry was brilliant for the Lions, bowling 12.1 overs for a return of 7/63. Shaun Foster claimed 2/13, including the wicket of Petrovic. In the final game, Seaford Tigers took the points against Flinders. Flinders set the Tigers 172 for victory and they past the total easily, finishing at 9/234. Corey Hand top scored for the Tigers with 97, while David James scored 45 and Matty Meagher 41. Max Royal was the pick off the Sharks’ bowlers with 5/61.

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A struggle with the bat: Hastings were no match for Delacombe Park. Picture: Andrew Hurst

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Knights celebrate a rare win SUB-DISTRICT

Seconds run second: Hastings seconds struggled against Delacombe Park scoring just 89 and 49. Picture: Andrew Hurst

By IT Gully THERE were plenty of celebrations at Ballam Park on Saturday night when it picked up its first victory in years against Balnarring. The plight of the Knights has been well documented over the past three or four seasons and after their batting performance last week (104), it appeared nothing much was going to change. However, the bowlers rose to the occasion and had Balnarring 6/51 overnight. Despite the fact though that the Knights were in the box seat, many predicted the Saints would get themselves out of trouble and get the 54 runs required for victory. Unfortunately for the visitors, they scored just 52 of those 54 runs, falling one run short (103). Jacob Cook did his best for the Saints with an unbeaten 30, however, it was new recruits in Leigh Parslow (2/6) and Ryan O’Connor (2/13) who got the Knights over the line. In the second innings, the Knights struggled again to be 6/60 at the close of play, however, we doubt they had their minds on the job after picking up such a dramatic win. Pearcedale cruised to victory on the second day of their match against Skye in round two of MPCA Sub District cricket. Skye was bowled out for 145 in 76 overs

on the first day of the match last week and it was never going to be enough to prevent the Dales from victory. Pearcedale sailed to victory, losing just two wickets along the way to 178 in just 66 overs. Matt Cousland got the ball rolling for the visitors with 35 opening the innings, before Mitch Andrew top scored with an unbeaten 77 and Chris Dew helped himself to an unbeaten half century (51). Skye used eight different bowlers in a bid to get a result. Rosebud successfully defended its 127 against Carrum Downs to claim victory. The Cougars were 3/46 overnight and were bowled out early on the second day for just 93. Adam Bryant claimed 5/37 from 26 overs for the Buds while Jason Nagel was up to his old tricks with 21.1 overs, eight maidens and 4/36. The batting is a concern for Rosebud though, finishing on 7/95 in their second innings. Tootgarook got the 12 points against Frankston YCW, winning by 50 runs. The Tooters set the visitors 171 for victory after batting first last week and had YCW 2/30 overnight. The Stonecats were eventually bowled out for 119. Todd Harnett was the best of the Frogs’ bowlers with 5/31 from 19 overs while Zac Stevenson picked-up three wickets and and Klint James 2/1 off two overs.

Rumours of star recruits to Chelsea unfounded FOOTBALL NEWS Seagulls flying high

THERE was a massive rumour doing the rounds last week that former St Kilda players Stephen Milne, Steven Baker and Lenny Hayes had all joined former teammate Brent Guerra at Chelsea. The Gulls have already picked up Shane Valenti and Daniel Connors from Port Melbourne, as well as Shane McDonald from Bonbeach. A Chelsea stalwart confirmed the signings. However, exciting as this all sounds, any sane person would understand that there’s no way that these recruits can fit under the Player Points System (PPS). With the likes of Curtis Bywater

and Fia Tootoo already three point players, the VFL and AFL connection comes with even more points. There’s an argument to be mounted that the recruits could win games on their own, however, all jokes aside, it is unlikely. Further to that, there was a strong word that Hayes had signed on as coach of Old Haileybury. Watch this space I say.

Nepean back to 16 rounds

THE Nepean League again made a massive blunder last week with the Board voting to go back to a 16 round competition. The reason behind some clubs supporting the decision was to reduce the amount of games they have to pay players.

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Hastings, Pearcedale, Rosebud and Rye Football Netball Clubs voted for the draw to remain the same, an 18-round competition. Red Hill, Tyabb, Dromana, Sorrento, Frankston Bombers, Crib Point and Somerville Football Netball Clubs voted for 16 rounds and Devon Meadows didn’t submit their vote. With the draw already compromised because it is not even, there will be some clubs who are again disadvantaged by the draw. Those who voted for the 16 rounds should have to play all the top sides twice! The 16 round competition also means the blockbusters will be reduced. Sometimes you wonder who makes the decisions at some of these clubs, while the board should have stayed

strong and stayed with the 18 round season. There was one club who voted for the 16 round competition despite their coach totally against the reduced fixture. A weak decision all round.

YCW sniffing around

THE Stonecats might be the reigning premiers, however, word is they believe the other clubs are coming and they need to stay ahead of the game. Two players on their radar are Dromana premiership players, Anthony Bruhn and Christian Ongarello. Word is Bruhn is a done deal and the logistics are the issue with ‘Onga’ given he lives in Elwood and works in Williamstown. Expect both to lineup with the Stonecats.

On the other side of the ledger, it appears Kyle Hutchison has played his last game for the Stonecats. There are a number of Nepean League clubs circling the talented utility.

Bombers recruit a couple

THERE was talk that new Frankston Bombers coach and former Hawthorn first round draft pick beau Muston would pull quite a few players with him from Langwarrin. Only two look like joining him, fringe players Jason Curry and Jake Smith. The Kangas on the other hand regain Jayden Grose, Gerard ‘Boofa’ Brown and Shane Paterson. They also have strong irons in the fire which could make a big difference to their list.

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