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RESIDENTS would not enjoy many of Frankston’s latest recreation facilities and services if the state government’s rates capping policy had been in force over the previous five years, according to Frankston Council.

The Labor state government is pushed ahead with its pre-election pledge to cap future annual council rate rises across Victoria at the rate of inflation and tabled legislation in Parliament last week to implement its policy, dubbed the Fair Go Rates cap by the government, with effect from the 2016-17 financial year.

Frankston mayor Cr Sandra Mayer criticised the imminent rates cap.

“We would like the entire community to take a moment to think about where we would be now – if rate-capping was introduced five years ago,” she said.

“The experience of living in Frankston City would be completely different.

“If you wanted to take a swim at the Peninsula Aquatic and Recreation Centre, you couldn’t – as it wouldn’t exist. Frankston Park would not have a new function centre. Residents would still have to drive to Mornington to dispose of recycling, hard and green waste – as the Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre would not have recently opened.”

The mayor said there would also not

be as many school crossing supervisors, Frankston Library would not stock the latest new release books and “council would be scrambling to keep up with the required maintenance of community buildings and roads”.

“Many council services would be starkly cut back or discontinued,” Cr Mayer said.

Local Government Minister Natalie Hutchins says capping rate rises will give ratepayers greater value for money and councils will still be able to provide essential services and facilities to their communities.

“Our Fair Go Rates system will give communities a say and make councils listen.”

The Labor state government has crunched the rate rise numbers for councils across Victoria to reveal ratepayers faced an average rates rise of 5.99 per cent for each of the past ten years.

Frankston Council’s rates have risen an average of 6.3 per cent over the past decade.

Neighbouring Mornington Peninsula Shire and Kingston Council’s rates have risen 6.4 per cent and 6.6 per cent respectively on average over the same period.

“With an average six per cent rate rise every year for the past decade, it’s clear we need greater accountability for councils and greater value for money for local residents - and that’s what our Fair Go Rates system will deliver,” Ms Hutchins said.

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Homes a mobile move for young disabled Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au NEW housing built in Frankston will offer some independence to younger people with disabilities who have previously lived in aged care nursing homes.

The housing in Lardner Rd was officially opened last Friday (16 October) thanks to an innovative collaboration between Monash University, Mission Australia Housing, the Summer Foundation and disability service provider Yooralla.

Six purpose-built units have been designed for people with disability to allow ease of mobility and smart home technology enables residents to use smart phones or tablets to control heating, cooling and lighting. Support staff can be contacted remotely if there is an emergency.

Monash University provided the site for the units and will offer ongoing access to health profession students for help and support.

Monash University Occupational Therapy Department researcher Libby Callaway said the units will improve the quality of life for its residents.

“Excellent location and design of the housing, coupled with access to targeted support from Monash health professional students, has the capacity to enhance the tenants’ participation in home and community life,” she said.

Mission Housing Australia built the homes and will manage tenancies.

“This development represents a real opportunity for six people to live with greater independence compared to

Putting down new roots: Resident Matt Inkstee, left, Yooralla manager Debbie Baker, resident Colleen Clancy and resident Chris Le Cerf plant a tree to celebrate the opening of a new unit for younger people with disabilities. Picture: Yanni

more traditional shared housing models offered in the disability sector,’ CEO Tom Worsnop said.

Yooralla offered advice on technology and design needs to provide 24 hour support to the units’ inhabitants.

The Summer Foundation will analyse the project’s collaborative model for future housing for people with disability.

“The residents can choose how they spend their time, access high quality care and, importantly, be with people of their own age,” Yooralla CEO Dr Sherene Devanesen said.

The federal government funded the project in 2012 as part of the Supported Accommodation Innovation Fund

(SAIF) introduced by Labor. Funding for onsite disability support will be provided by the Victorian Department of Health and Human Services.

In June this year a Senate inquiry report on young people in nursing homes found “young Australians under the age of 65 currently occupy 5 per cent of residential aged care facility beds. This is primarily because the current disability system cannot provide appropriate supports and services for these young people.”

The Senate inquiry, initiated by West Australian Liberal Senator Linda Reynolds, recommended the federal government should compile a database, reviewed annually, of

all younger people under the age of 65 living in residential aged care facilities and state governments should work with the federal government to move younger people from such “inappropriate care” within three years.

The Senate committee wanted nursing homes to quickly introduce new standards for younger residents in aged care homes for the next three years.

More than 7,100 younger Australians with intellectual and physical disabilities live in aged care homes across the country, according to the Senate inquiry report. Nearly 90 per cent are aged between 50-64.

Monkey bike crash teen gets bail CARRUM Downs teenager Caleb Jakobsson has been granted bail after fatally injuring a mother-of-two in a monkey-bike accident last month.

Justice Phillip Priest told the 18-year-old, who is due back in court in January: “It was a very close run thing that you got bail.”

Andrea Lehane, 34, of Carrum Downs, was knocked down outside the Carrum Downs shopping centre, Wednesday 23 September. Her life support system was later switched off as she suffered “unsurvivable brain damage”.

Police allege Jakobsson was driving a mini-motorbike in the car park when he struck Andrea Lehane.

Justice Priest imposed 14 bail conditions: Jakobsson will be subject to a 10pm-9am curfew, he has to report to police three times a week, and he cannot leave the state or the country.

The teenager has also been banned from contacting the others charged in the case, including by social media, and has been ordered to live with an unnamed relative.

Optic makes its presence felt POLICE spoke to more than 160 people, checked 28 vehicles, made three arrests over outstanding warrants and issued two infringement notices for traffic offences during Operation Optic in the Frankston CBD Thursday last week.

Station commander Steve Burt said the day was a success in providing a level of reassurance to the traders.

“Frankston is a fantastic place to visit and we are dedicated to ensuring it is safe for all.”

Faster internet rolls out next year

Need for speed: Dunkley MP Bruce Billson, front, and Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull inspect the rollout of the NBN in Frankston last year. Picture: Yanni

MORE than 43,000 homes across several suburbs including Frankston, Baxter, Langwarrin and Karingal will have access to the National Broadband Network by the end of 2017 as part of an “accelerated plan” announced by the federal government.

Dunkley Liberal MP Bruce Billson hailed the planned connection of “superfast internet” for many suburbs in the electorate, including some who have struggled with slow internet speeds, as “critical for our community”.

“I most recently met directly with representatives from NBN Co to discuss solutions for some of the internet ‘black spots’ in Baxter, Frankston South and Seaford,” Mr Billson said.

“I was dismayed that some members of the community had limited access at best.” The former small business

minister said the Coalition government will deliver the national broadband network “a decade earlier and far cheaper than expected under the previous Labor government”.

“The Coalition government is able to deliver the NBN far quicker and cheaper than the previous Labor government by making use of a range of technologies.

This includes using the existing copper and cable infrastructure already provided into homes and businesses.

“We also recognise that there was little point overbuilding in some areas which already had high-speed broadband options available, or in dismantling and disposing of existing pay TV infrastructure that with the help of world-leading software can be easily and cost effectively adapted to be made available for high-speed broadband.”

Just over 15,000 premises in the Dunkley electorate can now choose to connect to the national broadband network.

Critics of the Coalition’s NBN policy say the quicker rollout of the network has come at the expense of top internet speeds needed to align Australia with internet speeds in many first world countries.

The Coalition opted for a less expensive fibre-to-the-node model for the NBN compared to Labor’s fibre-tothe-premises plan when it was in government. The FTTN model relies on outdated copper cables to connect the network to premises at the final point of connection while the FTTP model offers faster internet speeds since homes and businesses are connected directly to fibre optic cabling.

Labor’s NBN plan was budgeted at $44.9 billion before the party lost government at the 2013 federal election. The Coalition budgeted its plan at $28.5 billion before the election but the cost has since blown out to an estimated $46 billion.

A NBN Co review of the Labor plan after the election found Labor’s network would have cost $73 billion if it had proceeded.

Mr Billson said the rollout in Dunkley will mean 43,820 premises in Frankston, Frankston South, Frankston North, Baxter, Langwarrin, Langwarrin South, Karingal, Mount Eliza, part of Carrum Downs, part of Skye, Seaford and Mornington will be connected to the national broadband network by the end of 2017.

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Several families in Sunshine have reportedly been “test-filmed” by the production company behind the controversial series labelled “poverty porn” by some community leaders angry at the portrayal of Mount Druitt in the first series of Struggle Street that aired earlier this year.

A suggestion by a leading bookmaker that Frankston could be the location for a second series of Struggle Street led councillors to write to the Australian Human Rights Commission in protest (‘‘Fair go’ for Frankston’, The Times 1/6/15).

A letter from mayor Cr Sandra Mayer to the Commission, sent in June, acknowledged “that certain communities in Australia, including Frankston, have social issues” but asked the AHRC to investigate TV shows that “target or witch hunt more vulnerable sectors of any community … to secure ratings” at the expense of “reputation and civic pride for entire communities”.

“It is difficult in our circumstances to achieve improvements for sections of our community,” the letter from council stated.

“It is made even more difficult when programs

such as Struggle Street and ‘Street Talk’ on The Footy Show set out to demean and stigmatise communities. They merely further imbed actual and perceived intergenerational disadvantage.”

The AHRC responded to council in July and advised there was no basis for the Commission to investigate TV shows such as Struggle Street since its remit is limited to complaints about discrimination over race, gender, age, religion, relationship status and “political opinion or social origin”.

AHRC investigation and conciliation service director Tracey Raymond advised: “From the information provided to date, it does not appear that there is a basis on which the Commission can investigate a specific complaint of discrimination or breach of human rights as it is not apparent that the subject matter falls within the scope of the legislation.”

Cr Glenn Aitken, who pushed for council to write to the Commission, said he still disapproves of “disgraceful” Struggle Street even if it seems unlikely that Frankston will be the setting for its second series.

Council also wrote to the Australian Press Council expressing its concerns about Struggle Street but no response was received.

SBS is remaining tight-lipped and is refusing to confirm whether a second series of Struggle Street will be commissioned despite the reports of test filming in Sunshine.

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Mayor says services will suffer under capped rates Continued from Page 1 Laborâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s traditional comrades in the union movement have also criticised the state governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rate capping policy.

The Australian Services Union, the union for local government employees, has accused Premier Daniel Andrews and his government of creating â&#x20AC;&#x153;policy on the runâ&#x20AC;? ahead of last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s state election. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We wonder what the government will do to stop councils from running down infrastructure, cutting services and slashing jobs,â&#x20AC;? ASU branch secretary Richard Duffy said in a statement released last week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;monitoringâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; regime may detect these events after they occur, but the Andrews government is silent about what it will do to ensure councils correct their ways when these things do take place.â&#x20AC;?

Mr Duffy called the rates cap plan â&#x20AC;&#x153;a dogâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s breakfastâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A vote for the governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rate cap policy in the Parliament is a vote for cuts to local infrastructure, services and jobs. It is certainly not a vote for addressing cost of living pressures, or council accountability, or executive pay, or ending â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;council rortsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, which government spin-doctors would have us believe.

The ASU is calling on Parliament to â&#x20AC;&#x153;reject this idiotic policyâ&#x20AC;?.

Cr Mayer said â&#x20AC;&#x153;council has deep connections with the communityâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We provide services for all ages, from maternal and child health through to meals on wheels and positive ageing programs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We manage dangerous animals, maintain your local parks, footpaths and roads, empty your bins, run school programs, provide immunisation services, community centres, arts performances and business workshops â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just the tip of the iceberg.â&#x20AC;?

Rescuers awarded life-saving honours LIFE Saving Victoria on Wednesday recognised the efforts of two young men who dived into rough waters off Frankston pier to rescue two teenagers from drowning (â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Rescuers save couple in surging seasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, The Times 12/10/15).

The men â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Alby Ward, 19, of Seaford, and Jarrah Brown, 23, of Glen Waverley â&#x20AC;&#x201C; received Everyday Lifesaver Awards in recognition of their bravery.

Seas were surging and temperatures plummeting after a cool change when the pair noticed a 15-year-old girl and an 18-yearold man struggling in the water, 2.45pm, Tuesday 6 October.

Mr Brown said they immediately dived into the water and swam about 30 metres to reach the pair. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was a bit shocked and not really sure what to do,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We heard them calling for help about two-thirds of the way along from the start of the pier and about 30 metres out on the south side. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was very rough but we stripped off and dived in after them. I was trying to remember my Year 12 swimming training but instinct kicked in and we managed to get to them. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The girl was panicking a bit; she was struggling as she had taken in a lot of water. â&#x20AC;&#x153;[Alby] went to the guy and I went to the girl.â&#x20AC;?

Mr Ward â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a New Zealander who moved to Seaford two months ago â&#x20AC;&#x201C; had been swimming off the pier and was packing up to go home

Heroes honoured: Alby Ward, 19, of Seaford, and Jarrah Brown, 23, of Glen Waverley, with their Everyday Lifesaver Awards from Life Saving Victoria.

when he realised the couple were in desperate trouble. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We jumped in as soon as we saw them and swam out,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I helped the guy and we pulled them towards shore.â&#x20AC;? Both were barely conscious.

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Both are expected to make full recoveries.

Sergeant Rod Hayne, who attended the rescue, nominated the pair for the life-saving awards. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They took decisive action and may have prevented two lives being lost,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The police officers did a great job, too.â&#x20AC;?

Graduate Ambulance Paramedic Ryan Bennett said the swimming conditions on the day were very difficult. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It would have taken a lot of courage for the boys to jump into the water to help the patients,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And, while we wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t advise anyone to put their own safety at risk, they certainly made a difference and were incredibly brave.â&#x20AC;?

Life Saving Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lifesaving Operations manager Greg Scott said Jarrah and Albyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quick actions â&#x20AC;&#x153;no doubt helped save the lives of these two teenagersâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We encourage people to learn essential first aid and CPR, as well as swimming and surf survival skills, because you never know when you may need to use it to save a relative, friend or stranger,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This rescue is also an important reminder about checking beach conditions and assessing swimming ability before entering the water.â&#x20AC;?

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Sky’s the limit: Evocca College markets itself as a springboard for students to further their education and career. Picture: Gary Sissons

College’s marketing to students slammed Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au A COLLEGE with a campus in Frankston has been criticised over its marketing practices in a Senate inquiry into the funding and management of vocational education and training (VET) providers and by an education sector regulator.

The Senate inquiry report released this month named Evocca College as one of several registered training organisations (RTOs) across Australia to face accusations of targeting vulnerable students with little or no chance of completing courses to boost enrolment numbers and hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of profits.

Evocca denied the allegations in submissions to the inquiry.

The inquiry found evidence of “rampant abuse” by privately owned RTOs and called on the federal government to immediately reviewing funding of courses and the imposition of minimum standards for students eligibility to protect “the most vulnerable members of the community, including the long-term unemployed or disadvantaged, migrants and people with disabilities”.

Students receive federal VET FEEHELP funding, paid for by taxpayers, to pay colleges such as Evocca for training and courses. Students

do not have to repay fees to the federal government until they earn at least $50,000 per year.

Queensland-based Evocca College, which has more than 40 campuses across the country including a campus at Balmoral St in Frankston, markets itself as an education pathway provider to further study at university. The college also offers courses to “upskill” career prospects.

The Senate report revealed payments to Evocca, mostly stumped up by taxpayers via federal government VET FEE-HELP funding, soared from $1.83 million in 2011 to $131.25 million in 2014.

A substantial amount of the money paid to RTOs such as Evocca is unlikely to ever be repaid, according to the Senate inquiry findings.

The Senate committee recommended that “given the evidence of rampant abuse, accelerating costs, and doubling of bad debt the government launches an immediate review into the operation and regulation of VET FEE-HELP.” Colleges were slammed by the Senate committee for offering so-called “free” iPads and laptops to entice students to sign up for courses costing up to $20,000 per year.

The Senate inquiry noted a former tutor with Evocca College “expressed her concerns about seeing this technique in practice in the college’s marketing, particularly as it focused on

people for whom a ‘free’ computer or tablet would be a significant drawcard”.

“I found the approach taken to recruit and screen students inappropriate. Promotional stands were set up in shopping centres during business hours, with iPads being the main promotional tool to attract students. Disadvantaged, unemployed people appeared to be Evocca’s main target audience,” former tutor Julie Skinner told the inquiry.

“I’m sure many people signed up because they were delighted to be getting a ‘free’ iPad when in fact they didn’t really understand they were signing up for a $20,000 iPad.” In a submission to the Senate committee, Evocca claimed Ms Skinner had raised no objections to the college’s marketing or teaching methods while an employee.

“Evocca’s mindset is that of educational experience. All staff believe that if a student is capable and willing to study, there should be no barriers preventing them from gaining an education,” its counter submission stated.

“The Evocca teaching model is based on doing everything we can to support students and ensure that they remain as engaged as possible, with a robust system in place for the ongoing management of students, including regular one-to-one catch ups with tutors, to ensure that these objectives are achieved.”

The Senate’s final report on VET providers was released on Friday 16 October and last week the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA), a federal government watchdog, released the findings of its audit on 21 private colleges after a jump in student complaints about VET FEE-HELP. The ASQA said just eight of the 21 education providers audited were fully compliant with VET FEE-HELP regulations.

One company, Phoenix Institute, had its registration for VET FEE-HELP revoked and six providers will face “ongoing regulatory scrutiny”.

Evocca was one of seven colleges “able to demonstrate full compliance with the relevant requirements at the conclusion of the audit”, the ASQA said.

The ASQA chief commissioner Chris Robinson will work with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, consumer law agencies and the Department of Education and Training to monitor all RTOs’ compliance with VET FEE-HELP regulations.

The audit by the ASQA found Evocca College had “non-compliance with the Standards regarding the RTO’s assessment system, the accuracy of its marketing, and its complaint and appeals policies and procedures”.

“In response, the RTO provided rectification evidence of how it had

addressed these matters,” the ASQA report noted.

Evocca has had conditions imposed on its operations and must now “retain enrolment and assessment records for 12 months” and “report data back to [the] ASQA on a regular basis”.

Evocca College referred The Times to a media statement previously released

by CEO Craig White when questioned about the Senate report findings and the conditions imposed by the ASQA. “We look forward to continuing to provide ASQA with any information that it may request,” Mr White in the statement.

“As an industry leader we fully support the various legislation and initiatives that have been and will be put in place that will assist in ensuring a quality regulated industry for students.”

Evocca founder Robert Gordon stepped down as CEO in June following allegations about “unethical practices and low graduation rates” aired on ABC’s 7.30 Report.

ABC reported Evocca had received more than $400 million in VET-FEE HELP funding nationally.

Evocca did not reply before publication to questions about graduation rates at its Frankston campus and VETFEE HELP funding repayments by Frankston students.

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Golden ticket: St Francis Xavier Primary School pupils Elizabeth, left, and Sienna look forward to following the Wonka Walk trail.

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Storybook trail full of yarns IMAGINATIONS young and old will be treated to a display of interesting creations on Longbeach Place’s storybook yarn art trail running throughout October.

Residents are invited to wander about the community to see art works created with yarn. Myriad displays and exhibits will show off elves and fairies, local flora and fauna, as well as story book creations Snugglepot and Cuddlepie, The Magic Beach, Elmer the Patchwork Elephant, Charlotte and the Ants, Noah’s Ark, The Tree of Life and even the wetlands.

Children will hear the story of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory as they wander along Wonka Walk and thrill to the magic of the bush along the Possum Magic Food Trail.

A Wonka Walk trail begins at St Francis Xavier Primary School and heads past St Francis Xavier parish and Frankston Primary School. It then tours the display in the courtyard at Cube 37 before meandering past a few local businesses and ending at Frankston library which will have its own display.

Frankston senior citizens’ groups will be involved, as

well as the Baden Powell, Delacombe Park and Bayview kindergartens, and Ballam Park Preschool. St Anne’s Primary School, Seaford, has been sweetening up the pathways with their colourful finger-knitted lollipops.

The Possum Magic food trail – to be held during Children’s Week 24 October-1 November – runs along Argyle Av, between Fowler St and the bike track, and then along the bike track to Bicentennial Park. Follow as Hush the young possum travels Australia and eats some good Australian food.

Longbeach Place manager Lorna Stevenson said the storybook yarn art trail “crosses all age barriers and engages the whole community”.

“It’s a really positive and wellness kind of project,” she said.

See longbeachpplace.org.au for the 2015 brochure containing a map of the two trails in Chelsea and Frankston.

Longbeach PLACE Inc. Manager Lorna Stevenson is looking for sponsors to support the 2016 Storybook Yarn Art Trail. Email admin@longbeachplace.org.au or call 9776 1386.

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New war memorial build finally begins WORK will start on the new Frankston War Memorial next month at Beauty Park after Frankston Council approved the final design of stage one of the $480,000 project.

Councillors agreed to give the go ahead to construction of the war memorial, to replace the existing war memorial in Davey St, at a meeting last Monday evening (12 October).

A tender was awarded by council in July to Convic Pty Ltd to design and build the memorial (‘New design for war memorial gets nod’, The Times 20/7/15) after months of disagreement between councillors over the scope of the memorial.

The new design has been scaled back after a proposed $1.4 million project, announced in early 2014, was regarded as too expensive to build.

An Avenue of Honour connecting to Baxter Street, to honour war heroes such as Victoria Cross recipients, may be added in a future stage if funding can be found.

The $480,000 construction of the new memorial, to be built between Baxter and Spring Streets, has been funded by council ($323,000), the federal government ($120,000), Frankston RSL ($25,000), community donations ($1,735) and Cr Darrel Taylor via his discretionary ward grants ($15,000).

Frankston RSL will also contribute $10,000 annually towards the war memorial’s upkeep.

“This is a memorial to those from our community who have served our country in battle in the past, so it is very pleasing that so many levels of our community have been involved in funding the project,” Mayor Cr Sandra Mayer said.

Dunkley Liberal MP Bruce Billson said the Beauty Park memorial will be a fitting tribute to servicemen and women.

“We have a large number of veterans, their families and descendants in our community who sacrificed much during times of war,” he said.

“Relocating the memorial to Beauty Park will enable more of the community to commemorate the sacrifices of these brave men and women - to better support the ongoing growth in community interest and involvement in significant commemorative occasions.

It will also provide improved access for veterans and disabled and frail community members, a more convenient marching route and car parks and improved safety.”

The plaques, badges, obelisk and eternal flame from the existing war memorial, near the Frankston Civic Centre, will be included in the new war memorial.

The names of returned Frankston servicemen and women will be engraved on the new memorial, with 200 World War I veterans the first to have their names included.

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The shows will go on: Dance teacher Hannah Tucker with Patterson River Secondary College dancers at the school’s new performing arts centre. Picture: Yanni

Patterson pupils’ platform to perform SCHOOL productions of all sorts, guest speakers and soirees as well as music, dance and drama events now have a purpose-built venue at Patterson River Secondary College in Carrum.

Principal Maree Vinocuroff said the $1.5 million performing arts centre had a capacity of 250 people. Funds to build it came from the state government and the school.

The centre took eight months to

complete after having been “in the pipeline for 17 years”.

“It’s a fantastic, professional learning space catering to the various needs of our many performing arts students,” Ms Vinocuroff said.

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Saints have each-way punt on pokies Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au ST KILDA Football Club has pledged to protect young people “from the risks of gambling” by signing Victoria’s responsible gambling charter but will keep pokies at its soon to be redeveloped Moorabbin headquarters which will also house training facilities for junior footballers.

The AFL club, set to receive $13 million of ratepayers and taxpayers’ money from Kingston Council ($5 million) and the state government ($8 million) respectively, to help build state-of-the-art facilities at Moorabbin Reserve was one of three clubs to sign the charter last week for the first time.

The Saints joined newcomers Essendon and the Western Bulldogs in signing up to the charter to “join forces” with Hawthorn, Collingwood, North Melbourne and A-League soccer team Melbourne Victory “to spread the word about responsible gambling”.

St Kilda FC spokesman Luke Holmesby said the AFL club is working to finalise plans for the $28 million redevelopment of its Linton St base after deciding to return its headquarters to Kingston from Seaford.

“Under these plans, gaming machines will remain but the redevelopment allows us to work with the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation to ensure we are best practice and that we adopt their guiding principles,” Mr Holmesby said.

The Saints will relinquish all existing sponsorship deals with gambling organisations at the end of this month as part of the responsible gambling charter’s conditions.

Mr Holmesby confirmed an associate sponsor agreement with bookmaker Ladbrokes “as ball sponsor” will end this month but

declined to put a figure on the deal, saying the club does not discuss the commercial terms of any of their corporate partnerships.

In a media statement released last week the Labor state government and Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation praised the three AFL clubs, including St Kilda, for committing to the responsible gambling charter during Gambling Awareness Week (12-18 October).

“The Andrews Labor Government is committed to reducing gambling related harm in our community,” Consumer Affairs, Gaming and Liquor Regulation Minister Jane Garrett said.

“This charter will help to reduce the exposure of young people to gambling through sports and better educate fans, players and members about the risks of gambling.”

Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation CEO Serge Sardo said: “The charter is the centrepiece of our Gambling’s not a Game program, which encourages sporting clubs to educate members, officials and fans about the risks of gambling and to promote responsible gambling.

“This is not an anti-gambling message.

It’s a commitment to minimising the exposure of gambling advertising and gambling culture on young people.”

The government statement also read: “Where participating clubs own or operate poker machines, they also commit to promoting the Gambler’s Help venue support program and help services.”

Kingston mayor Cr Geoff Gledhill has said ratepayers money will not be used to renovate the gaming area of the Moorabbin Reserve redevelopment and he believes council’s contribution means it can have a say in minimising visitors’ exposure to pokies in the licenced area of the venue.

Saints’ new old home: St Kilda FC is heading back to Moorabbin as part of a redevelopment of Moorabbin Reserve after ditching its Seaford base. Picture: Gary Sissons

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Flower power a mall attraction FLOWERS will bloom in Frankston thanks to a Rotary Club led initiative to bring some colour to Shannon Mall and Station Street Mall.

Hanging baskets of flowers have been installed around the malls as part of a plan

by Frankston Rotarians approved by Frankston Council.

“These stunning hanging baskets are a wonderful feature that community members and visitors can enjoy as they wander through Frankston’s Shannon Mall and Station Street Mall this spring,” Frankston mayor

Cr Sandra Mayer said.

The hanging baskets project was first suggested by council’s pride safety and beautification committee and subsequently developed with the Rotary Club, Ball Australia and Plantopia to source suitable planters and floral displays for Frankston’s streets.

“Council would be pleased to hear the community’s feedback and the Rotary Club is now looking forward to encouraging local traders or interested community members to get involved and adopt-a-hanging-basket,” Cr Mayer said.

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Access at last: A new path down steep Wooralla Drive will link Mt Eliza township with the skate park and other sports and recreation facilities at Emil Madsen Reserve. Picture supplied

Hooray for long-awaited hill path WORK on the long-awaited shared path down the steep southern slope of Mt Eliza to Emil Madsen Reserve is set to begin next month.

The nearly two-kilometre Wooralla Drive path from Tower Rd to the reserve will cost $500,000 plus an unspecified amount for a crossing of the tourist railway line at the bottom of the hill.

The rail crossing is likely to add a significant amount to the project. It will be done under a different contract and must meet VicTrack requirements for a normal suburban rail line even though tourist trains only run three times a month.

The path will allow walkers, bike riders and skaters to safely travel between the village and the reserve, and on to other tracks in the area.

The path was promised when the shire proposed building the skate park, which was opened in March 2012 with floodlights turned on nine months later. The project cost $430,000.

The reserve is also home to three ovals for football and cricket, a pavilion, a leash-free area and playground.

The path will be brown exposed aggregate concrete, and have raised timber boardwalks at various sections, a footbridge over Balcombe

Creek, and the railway crossing.

Briars Ward councillor and mayor Bev Colomb said the path would be completed by late March 2016.

Her colleagues Anne Shaw and Andrew Dixon said it would be welcomed by the community.

There's a lot on offer at the reserve, and the pathway will enable safer passage for pedestrians. This vital piece of infrastructure finally completes the Mt Eliza skate park project, they said.

"Accessing the reserve on foot has been a dangerous pursuit until now, so I'm stoked that locals and visitors alike will finally be able to get there safely without jumping in the car," Cr Dixon said.

He said that Maw Civil of Dromana would build the path. "Peace of mind for parents and drivers as skaters and riders will no longer have to cruise down the 'black length' of one of the steepest and busiest roads in town."

Cr Dixon praised shire officers, his council colleagues, former Mt Eliza councillor Leigh Eustace, and "all you residents and users out there – for not staying quiet, and for your patience".

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LETTERS Limited time The road works for the eastern (south bound) service centre on Peninsula Link at Baxter have been completed for some time, and yet an 80kph speed limit still applies.

Similar service centres on the Hume Highway and Geelong Freeway, with similar exit and on ramps, are not similarly encumbered.

I perceive several possible reasons why the freeway limit of 100 kph might not have been restored. The root cause of each possibility is not particularly palatable: 1. Perhaps there is some feature of the exit and on ramps which renders them unsafe in comparison to the ramps on the Hume and Geelong freeway.

2. Perhaps some influence has been exerted upon the RTA in order to retain the road work speed limit, so as to give prospective customers more time to consider turning in to the service centre.

3. The RTA hasn’t yet got around to removing the signs.

I believe that it is past time that the 80 kph speed limit was removed.

Graeme Willaton, Mt Martha

Privacy warning Shop owners or managers posting CCTV footage on social media of people who they accuse of being shoplifters or thieves need to be very careful (‘Zen approach brings tearful return’, The Times, 19/10/15).

The matter is not proven. The CCTV images can [only] presume. If the customer is an innocent browser or indeed has a receipt, what then?

If anyone posted my identity on social media and called me a thief (presuming I was innocent) I would sue the pants off that person for defamation, slander, libel, [contravention of] Privacy Act laws; and [seek] compensation.

I would seek to have a large amount of money awarded, or that person’s house in lieu.

Brian A. Mitchelson, Mornington

Not standing room only: An act of community kindness was captured when photographer Gary Sissons noticed this chair placed at a bus stop on Beach St, Frankston this month.

Killer gums Frankston Council allows dangerously large gum trees on footpaths. These trees cause risky blind spots for vehicle drivers due to their very thick trunks. They also drop live branches with no warning after heavy rain and drop dead branches at any time, often with no wind.

Early settlers called gum trees “widow makers” and avoided being under them.

Gum trees are now in fashion and politically correct.

On very hot days they sweat eucalyptus oil vapour that can explode if ignited by burning embers. They also drop gum sap onto cars and some drop poison to kill any plants growing beneath them.

They tend to fall over in our sandy soil, being unable to correct the lean. Considering the narrow width of most of our nature strips and the many underground pipes and cables, a small deciduous tree that lets the sun shine through in winter would be much better, even though being politically incorrect.

Arthur Hawley, Seaford

Lucky Joe If former Treasurer Joe Hockey spits the dummy and resigns his seat midway through his term, why is he rewarded to go on to be possibly be Australia’s next ambassador to Washington, the

most coveted ambassadorship of all.

In big business we see CEOs who do a really bad job rewarded with bonuses or golden handshakes.

If Joe Hockey’s new job does come to pass, surely his entitlements as a former member of Parliament should be put in a trust, his new salary will surely be adequate with all the perks it attracts.

There is also another question that needs to be asked: is Joe Hockey the best qualified person for this lucrative job?

Denise Hassett, Mt Martha

DIY environment Global warming? Call it climate change. Falsify the readings, scientists need to get more finance and it’s not warming much lately.

The hole in the ozone layer was to eliminate mankind years ago – now that’s crap.

There have been predictions that dams will never fill, Perth and coastal towns will be ghost towns and raging bushfires everywhere last summer.

Climate change ruined our southern [peninsula] beaches when anyone with a brain knows it was dredging at The Heads. Dan the man wants to do another Myki/desalinisation plant deal with the Port of Melbourne, to dig deeper, to get a better price. Heaven help our [Port Phillip] bay – but we will blame climate change.

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Our Great Barrier Reef, to be extinct so many tims? Strange how the environment seems to correct itself. That is not crap.

I was captain/coach of Yallourn Football Club (1968-69) and coal sometimes caused problems over the beautiful English village. The washing would need a re-wash and my now healthy 52-year-old son would arrive home from kindergarten and need a bath.

Driving past these days, little white puffs of steam emerge. Nothing like the photos we see.

So please “crap” writers, apologise to [former prime minister Tony] Abbott.

Don Palmer, Dromana

Pt Nepean a haven I recently visited the former Quarantine Station at Point Nepean National Park, Portsea, which was later used to house army medical staff. My friend and I were disgusted when we saw empty buildings which had been lying idle for many years that could be used to house the homeless, or refugees.

We have a public housing crisis with people living in parks and bus shelters, children living behind barbed wire in refugee camps and the threat of civil war in Israel.

Charity groups like the Salvos, St Vincent De Paul, Hanover and Mission Australia continue to scream out for facilities each day, yet I cannot understand why these perfectly good, solid buildings are only maintained by a couple of window cleaners just to please the tourist trade.

My sister, who passed away at Easter, worked for Hanover and later Mission Australia as a case manager, and was always struggling to find suitable accommodation, just like the other charities.

Why does a Mornington Peninsula Shire councillor want to spend $100 million on offices to house pen pushers when there are more important issues to consider?

It’s about time the politicians and shire – which spends millions on leisure centres, yacht clubs and tourism – got their priorities in order.

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NEWS DESK March against violence A WHITE Ribbon Day march from Langwarrin Community Centre, 10.30am, Tuesday 24 November, will campaign for a world free of violence against women.

The march will go to the shopping centre, with drivers asked to toot their horns in support.

“Violence will only stop when men join with women to put an end to it,” organisers say. “Men and women will benefit from a world free of violence.

Say ‘No more’.”

Former AFL footballer Luke Ablett and ambassador of the White Ribbon campaign, Luke Ablett, is arriving at 11.30 am to talk to those attending.

Catering will be provided by Elisabeth Murdoch Secondary College students.

Those unable to walk should arrive by 11.15am at the community centre, 2 Lang Rd, Langwarrin.

To RSVP call 9789 7653 or email reception@langwarrincc.org.au by 18 November.

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A SWEET and dainty backyard buddy on the Mornington Peninsula proves you just can't judge a book by its cover. As breeding season kicks off for cute little fairy-wrens, so begins their long list of illicit affairs.

There are nine species of fairywrens in Australia currently partnering for the breeding season. The most common wren in Victoria is the superb fairy-wren.

“Fairy-wrens are super cute with beautiful feathers and have delightful personalities, so it's no wonder the superb fairy-wren was voted Australia's favourite bird,” said Susanna Bradshaw, CEO of the Foundation for National Parks and Wildlife.

“But behind their fluffy appearance, there lies a tangled web of torrid affairs and deceit. They appear to have a picture-perfect family unit with mum and dad busily rearing their young each year. Some of their offspring even stick around to help feed the next brood of chicks.

“Dad will go to great lengths to protect the family territory from other males, while also sharing childrearing duties. However, just before dawn, the illusion of family duty and marital fidelity is shattered.

“Both mum and dad will often disappear to neighbouring territories, before the sun rises, for romantic forays with other fairy-wrens. Mum may seek out a suitor who recently gave her a pretty flower as a gift, while dad may court other females.

“This unashamed infidelity isn't just a one-off; it is so common that up to three-quarters of all fairy-wren broods can be sired by other males. It's not surprising they are the most unfaithful

Cute as a button: Superb fairy-wrens have a voracious appetite for insects and are an asset in gardens. Pictures: Patrick K

birds in the animal kingdom.

“Being unfaithful in the bird world is a lot more common than many people realise. It has benefits as laying lots of eggs fertilised by different males can increase the genetic health of the fairy-wren population.”

Fairy-wren facts

Despite their size, they have a voracious appetite for insects and will eat large quantities of garden bugs.

When the temperature drops, their cuteness factor increases exponentially as they huddle together on branches for warmth.

Males may not look that tough but they're very brave. When most bird species hear a predator birds calling they will go quiet and try to work

out whether they need to take cover.

However the male fairy-wren decides this is a great time to loudly sing his own song, probably because he knows more birds will be listening.

Fairy-wrens are incredibly smart.

They learn to recognise the alarm calls of many other species, and flee to safety. Scientists liken this being able to understanding multiple foreign languages.

How to attract fairy-wrens to the garden • Keep pet cats inside or install an outdoor cat run. Cats kill and eat many fairy-wrens, even if they're well fed and not hungry.

• Plant dense bushes in a corner of the garden – lemon bottlebrush, lemon-

scented darwinia, and hakeas.

• Small, insect-attracting flowers are great for males who offer pretty petals to females. These plants also attract insects for them to eat. Try croweas, tea trees and dwarf flowering gums.

• A birdbath near dense bushes will entice them as they like to be close to bushes so they can escape predators.

• Tall trees surrounded by open spaces favour predatory and aggressive birds such as butcher-birds and noisy miners, which chase away fairy-wrens.

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Wake in fright AN elderly Langwarrin woman got a fright when she was woken by a man in her bedroom, 5am, Sunday last week.

The woman, 82, bravely confronted the man, in his 20s, and told him to “get out”, police said.

The man asked for money, saying he did “not want to hurt” the woman and she handed over a small amount from her purse. The man demanded more and the woman opened a small moneybox and gave him an unspecified sum.

Police said the man gained entry through an unlocked window. He is described as 170cm tall, slim build, wearing a dark coloured hoodie and white/grey pants that might have been pyjamas.

Anyone with information should call Detective Acting Sergeant Jason Hamilton-Smith, Frankston CIU, 9784 5555.

Mike Hast mike@baysidenews.com.au FORGET the Chinese Year of the Sheep or Goat, in terms of snakes in the Mornington Peninsula, Frankston and southeast region, it's the year of the copperhead snake.

Peninsula licensed wildlife controller Barry Goldsmith says the copperhead is the dominant type of snake appearing as the weather warms, displacing last year's ‘year of the tiger snake’. “I've been removing on average two a day since the warm weather kicked in,” he said.

Mr Goldsmith scotched the myth that there are more snakes around this year as animal hospitals and vets report a sharp increase in pets being bitten by snakes compared with this time last year.

“It's very simple – as we reduce snake habitat by development, humans and their pets are more likely to come into contact with snakes even though we have fewer snakes than, say, 20 years ago,” he said.

Building of homes, shops, roads and other infrastructure in the region is also reducing the number of places where snake-catchers can release their captures.

He cited development in Mornington, Somerville and Rosebud in recent times for creating greater chances of humans (and their pets) encountering snakes.

“What is now the Peninsula Sands estate in Rosebud South was a place where snake-catchers released relocated snakes for 100 years,” he said.

Mr Goldsmith is a champion of

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Serpent time: Peninsula-based snake catcher Barry Goldsmith with a copperhead snake captured at Bittern last week.

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snakes, regularly warning that it is illegal to kill snakes, and could attract a fine of more than $6000.

“It's not only illegal but also dangerous as people could be exposing themselves to potential injury or death,” he said.

“The head of a decapitated snake can live for 15 minutes or more and still bite. There was a case in NSW where a man cut a black snake in half and returned to dispose of it 24 hours later. He grabbed the front half and it bit him.

“People need to be aware snakes are moving around looking for food and water; if you see a snake in your garden, leave it alone and you won't have a problem.”

Killing a snake on your property

would just leave a vacuum that would be filled by another snake, he said.

The three most common snakes in the region are copperheads, tiger snakes and red-bellied black snakes.

“Having a copperhead or red-bellied black snake on your property is a good thing as they eat tiger snakes, which are more likely to bite humans and pets,” he said.

“Tigers seek prey such as mice and rats, which live in sheds and houses, as well as birds and small mammals.

“Copperheads mainly seek frogs, lizards – and other snakes.”

Mr Goldsmith also warned about pets and snakes. “Snakes don't attack dogs; dogs attack snakes,” he said.

Veterinarians say dogs should be kept

on a leash in dunes, long grass, bushland and beside creeks. Snake bites are difficult to detect on dogs and cats. First reactions can include trembling, rapid breathing, vomiting, defecation and collapse. After some of these signs, eye pupils may dilate (get bigger) and the animal's gait will become clumsy as the legs become progressively weaker.

If the dose of venom is large enough, complete paralysis will occur, followed by death if untreated with anti-venom.

If treated immediately, pets have a good chance of survival and recovery.

The best course of action is to keep your pet as calm and still as possible and get them to a vet.

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POLICE are warning drivers they will be out in force over the Melbourne Cup weekend in Operation Furlong, which runs Friday 30 October-Tuesday 3 November in Frankston and surrounding suburbs.

“We will be using all available personnel from road policing units, uniform personnel and other regional resources,” Senior Sergeant Steve Burt said.

“The major focus will be on speeding, fatigue, impaired driving, seat belt offences and using mobile phones – on major roads and back roads.

“We will also be looking at hotels and liquor outlets and generally thinking outside the square.”

Senior Sergeant Burt said drivers using their mobiles would be especially targeted.

Teeing off for better health care A FIELD of 180 amateur golfers took to the fairways at The National Golf Course last Tuesday (20 October to help raise funds for The Bays Hospital.

The National Golf Course turned on a great day with fantastic golfing conditions, showcasing its reputation as one of the best pieces of golf real estate in Australia, raising over $40,000 for The Bays Hospital Group. Since its inception the annual Charity Golf Day has raised more than $500,000.

All money raised from the event will be donated to The Bays Hospital Group building projects, such as the new day infusion service at Mornington which is due to open later this year. For some time The Bays has offered a range of surgical

services for patients with malignant tumours. The new unit will broaden the scope of services considerably to offer infusion and haematology, as well as chemotherapy and oncology.

The Bays Hospital Group is an icon on the Mornington Peninsula with deep roots reaching out into the community and across generations. The Bays Hospital has served the community for nearly 80 years and remains the only not-for-profit and community-owned hospital in Victoria.

The Bays Hospital Group does not receive ongoing funding from either state or federal governments and relies on the support of the local community to remain viable.

All funds generated by the hospital and aged care facility are reinvested

into the provision of state-of-the-art equipment, facilities and services in the best interests of patients and residents.

“In recent years we have turned our focus to the development and expansion of services and facilities,” Bays director of nursing Anita Woods said.

Proceeds from events like the annual Charity Golf Day help fund The Bays Hospital Group’s building projects to ensure that we meet the growing needs of the community that we serve. Our patients and residents are at the heart of everything we do”.

To find out how to donate or for more information on the organisation, including volunteering, see thebays.com.au or call 5975 2009.

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Foursquare winners: Sean Sakamoto, Nathanael Furlong, Jack Birthisel and Lachlan Bourne.

Action aplenty: Foursquare players compete before an enthusiastic crowd.

Foursquare players do battle for beyondblue FRANKSTON High School students have played Foursquare every day as part of Frankston Foursquare Federation’s No. 1 league.

During break, a host of Year 12 students flock to various foursquare courts with a select few having the privilege of playing for championship points.

The winner of each court plays off each day and the eventual winner earns a championship point.

Other small events throughout the year offer more points, and the players are ranked on the website along with

their profiles, stats, day-by-day analysis and multimedia.

“SuperSquare is the biggest event of the global Foursquare calendar and a grand finale to all our school journeys and an opportunity to crown the King of SuperSquare,” senior campus principal Helen Wilson said. “beyondblue is a cause close to all of our hearts so we thought it would be a great idea to raise money for something so important, while creating important memories for the students.

“Eventually, we raised $1100 for the cause and crowned Nathanael Furlong

our champion.

“With tough times ahead for Year 12 students, this was a great event for the cohort to enjoy while raising muchneeded funds.”

Money was raised through a sausage sizzle, donations, and an entry fee to play.

Ms Wilson said the commissioners of the league appreciated the support of staff members John Albiston, Ms Wilson, Brett Cook and Greg Heale.

Our thanks to students Rhys De Deugd, Dylan Stafford, Bailey Frey and Chris George.

WATCHING goldfish in a bowl can be restful or compared to waiting for grass to appear.

But that won’t be the outcome for hundreds of divers and snorkelers in the water at Rye and Flinders this summer as part of the biggest citizen science event on Victoria’s marine calendar, the Great Victorian Fish Count.

“The huge amount of enthusiasm volunteers have for the Great Victorian Fish Count reflects the deep knowledge and passion that exists in local communities for our marine life,” Caitlin Griffith from the Victorian National Parks Association said.

“This enthusiasm makes it possible to contribute large amounts of real, usable data to marine managers and improves our understanding of Victoria’s waters.”

Now in its 11th year, the fish count is organised by the VPNA, Parks Victoria, Museum Victoria, Coastcare Victoria, dive operators and commu-

nity groups. It will run from Saturday 21 November to Sunday 6 December.

This year’s count is looking for “fish on the move”, and will focus on species that may be expanding their distribution and populations as a result of changes in the marine environment, such as ocean warming due to climate change.

Fish counters will be asked to watch for well-known fish as well as species that may be new or unusual to the area, logging unusual or rare sightings on the Redmap project (redmap.org.au).

Redmap is a national citizen science project that records data and maps marine species that may be extending their range in Australia in response to changes in the marine environment.

Registrations for the Great Victorian Fish Count are open to dive clubs and community groups.

Details: fishcount.vnpa.org.au or call 9347 5188.

Bay watch: The whitebarred boxfish seems to be a ‘fish on the move. Recorded from Western Port to Dongarra, WA, it has only been sighted in Port Phillip in relatively recent times. It is one of the fish participants in the Great Victorian Fish Count will be asked to keep a look out for. Picture: Rick Stuart-Smith

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Message in a bottle finds way home Compiled by Melissa Walsh MESSRS A. Scott and Co. will hold their usual monthly sale at Tanti on Monday, when there will be a good muster of cattle, etc., as advertised. *** OWING to Tuesday next, November 2 (Cup Day), being proclaimed a public holiday there will only be the one delivery of letters—in the morning—at Frankston Post Office. There will also be only the morning despatch of mails. *** THE monthly meeting of the Frankston and Hastings Shire Council will be held at Somerville on Thursday next, at which tenders will be received for a number of works which are advertised in an other column. *** WE are pleased to note that Captain Sherlock has so far recovered from the severe injuries received by him while in camp at Seymour, that he has now left the hospital and is allowed to return to his home at Frankston. *** AT St Paul’s Church, Frankston, last Sunday, the whole of the collections were in aid of the Hospital Fund. The amount received (£4 6s 6d), was very gratifying — being more than has been given even at most prosperous times. *** THE preacher at St Paul’s Church Frankston, tomorrow (Sunday) night, will be Rev A. J. Thompson of Tyabb and Somerville. Rev G. A. Kitchen will be preaching at Tyabb, in connec-

tion with the Church Festival. *** ATTENTION is drawn to Messrs Brody and Mason’s advertisement in another column, of an extensive clearing sale of household furniture and sundries, which takes place today (Saturday) at their mart, Bay street, Frankston, where the goods have been brought from Oakleigh and district for convenience of sale. The sale is a large and miscellaneous one, and will commence at 2 o’clock punctually. *** THE Langwarrin Tennis Club has just completed another tournament for a prize donated by the club, the victor being Mr C. Ludwig. This is the second tournament this year. The previous one fell to Mr H. Carrs, the trophy being a very fine racket and press, the gift of the president of the club, Mr W. Williams, of Rupertstan.

The arrangements were well carried out by the hon. sec., Miss Kelso. It is proposed to have an afternoon party today at the court when the trophy will be presented to Mr Ludwig. Arrangements are in progress for a return match with Clyde at an early date. *** AN interesting lecturette will be given in the Somerville Agricultural Hall on Friday evening next entitled, “The Errors and Graces of Speech,” “Literature and the War,” by Mr Robert Jones, Principal of the Individual Tuition College, Melbourne, the funds to be given to the Somerville Red Cross Society.

Mr Jones is giving his services free of

expense to the society. From the title of the lecture it should prove intellectual and humorous, and those attending besides benefiting a worthy object will enjoy a pleasant and profitable evening. *** AN interesting lecture was delivered in the Frankston Mechanics’ Hall on Thursday evening, by Professor Mudd, on behalf of the Methodist Home Mission Fund. The title of the lecture was “ Will we win this war”.

The chair was occupied by Professor Adams, of Ormond College, and there was a good attendance, who were kept thoroughly interested for upwards of two hours.

The lecturer was quite convinced that victory would eventually be won by the Allies, and based his belief on the superiority of the British both in numbers and valor, and also quoting ancient history in proof of his argument that might never yet overcome right, and that the Kaiser and his following would eventually have to bow to the inevitable.

A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the Professor on the conclusion of the lecture. *** THE annual installation and investiture of officers of the New Frankston Lodge, No 217, took place on Friday last in the Lodge Room. The ceremony was performed by grand lodge officers. There was also a good attendance of members from sister lodges.

The following officers were duly in stalled:—W.M. Bro W. P. Mason;

I.P.M. Wor Bro G. May; S.M. Bro J. A. Benson; J.W. Bro W. Armstrong; Treasurer, Bro. F. G. Plummer; Secretary, Bro, Mark Brody; DC., Wor. Bro. W. H. Schultz; Almoner, Wor. Bro. T. S. Robinson; S.D., Bro. W. M. Hanton; J.D., Bro F. G. Hanton ; Inner Guard. Bro E M. M’Comb; Tyler, Wor Bro T. Nichols; Stewards, Bros C. E. Wood, W. M. Billings and S. B. Fletcher.

At the conclusion of the business the brethren were invited to a banquet, at which the usual masonic toasts were duly honored and responded to. A good programme of songs and recitations was rendered during the evening, and a most enjoyable time was spent. *** WHILE walking along the beach, near the Mile Bridge, Frankston, a few days ago, Mr J. Reynolds picked up a sealed bottle, and on opening it found a sheet of paper with the following writing on it :—”Private Westaback.— Received bottle of wine, saved six lives. Return bottle to owner, Mrs. O. Windley, Empire Theatre, Coventry street, South Melbourne—Love to Ethel— G. O Downing, S. Warwick, D. Mc’Cormick.”

Mr Reynolds followed out the instructions and forwarded the note to address named, and received the following letter in reply.—”Empire Theatre, Coventry St, South Melbourne.—Dear Sir.— Just a line to let you know we received the note you found in the bottle.

It was thrown off the transport — last Monday week by my husband. I

sent him a parcel just before the boat sailed, and the bottle of wine was in it.

I suppose they thought there might be a chance of someone finding it, I was very pleased to get it. The lady it was addressed to was his sister, and she gave it to me. The names of the men on the back were his mates, I expect he put them there to let us know who had it. Thanking you for your kindness. I remain yours.—E. Westerbeck.” *** IN response to the appeal from Gallipoli for Sugar Bags, the Frankston branch will receive and forward to the Melbourne Town Hall any bags that are available from this district. They may be left at the Mechanics’ every second Wednesday (November 10th, November 24th, and December 8th) or with any member of the Committee.

The size required is the 70lb bag, and it is requested that if possible each should be patched, and that a tape should be sewn at one side about quarter distance from the top. The third installment of articles, sent away from the Frankston branch to the Central Depot, Federal Government house, on the 13th October consisted of five cases containing:—22 flannel shirts, 10 cotton shirts, 4 cotton pyjama suits 3 flannelette pyjama suits, 70 pr socks, 9 surgeon’s gowns 12 pillow-slips, 12 hospital bags 6 hospital bags, 6 face washers, 3 helmets, 3prs mittens, 3 prs slippers, 1 kid-lined vest, 1 drawsheet, 80 bandages.

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Guardians in the surf for 50 years GUNNAMATTA Surf Life Saving Club members celebrate 50 years of “saving lives and serving the community” this summer.

The long stretch of beach they patrol at the southern end of Truemans Rd, Rosebud, faces Bass Strait between Portsea and Cape Schanck.

Before the club was established in 1966 many battles were fought between the former Shire of Flinders and the community about whether this area of the coast should even be open to the public as it was regarded as too dangerous for swimming.

There were calls for the council to “close 30 kilometres of coast to avoid drownings” – rather than partially developing the beaches to cater for swimmers without regard for their safety.

In 1963, Truemans Rd was graded as a sandy track to allow access to the beach to “salvage items from wrecked ships” and for fisherman to cast their lines. Public toilets were also built.

With beach access, came swimmers.

And that caused even more friction, with stories of councillors “patrolling” the beach and asking people to leave. Other councillors called for the installation of rocket launchers to rescue those in danger of drowning.

Lifesavers from the Point Leo club made some rescues as they ventured to Gunnamatta for a swim and surf on a good day.

Following several drownings and public concern over the years, Gunnamatta Surf Life Saving Club was established and patrols started in December 1966.

Rescuers at the ready: Gunnamatta lifesavers rescued two fathers caught in wild seas at St Andrews on a hot summer’s day in 1975. There were no mobile phones to call for help and the lifesavers were based in a small tin shed. Fifty years later the club is about to celebrate its 50th year of continually being available to rescue swimmers caught in the seas that were once thought too dangerous to enter. Rescue pictures: Keith Platt

Some foundation members of Gunnamatta came from the Point Leo club.

The first clubhouse was a six-car tin shed provided by the Shire of Flinders and set on the edge of the primary sand dune overlooking the beach.

Over the years the club raised enough money to build a new clubhouse on the other side of the dune. It provides accommodation, storage for life-saving equipment and areas for training members – including a large contingent of Nippers.

Last year the club spent more than

$120,000 on part of the building that had suffered the effects of exposure to the elements.

Spokesperson Phil Webb says that since its foundation, club members have rescued 4413 people at the beach – an average of 90 a year.

And that is only part of the thousands who have avoided trouble every summer through the efforts of lifesavers taking preventative action, such as guiding them away from rips and dangerous currents, and ensuring they swim between the red and yellow flags.

“The motto of Surf Life Saving Australia is Vigilance and Service.

Preventing the need for rescues, and providing first aid and public education on surf awareness, is part of the package offered by lifesavers at Gunnamatta,” Mr Webb said.

One dramatic rescue in December 1975 was captured on film by Mornington Peninsula News Group editor Keith Platt.

The club is seeking to contact those who were part of the club over the past 50 years to join the celebrations.

Functions planned to celebrate the anniversary, begin with an open day on Saturday 23 January 2016 at the clubhouse.

The club is also seeking recollections from those who have been rescued or have memories of their time at Gunnamatta. Sponsors are always welcome as the club recovers from substantial costs incurred with the recent re-building.

Details: Call Phil Webb on 0418 507 883 or email info@gunnamattaslsc. com.au Stephen Taylor

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IDEAS on the relationship between the body and mind are not new, according to Dr Craig Hassed, of Monash University’s School of Primary Health Care.

The lecturer was speaking to 200 people attending the Mindfulness for Healthy Ageing seminar during the Victorian Seniors Festival at Peninsula Community Theatre, Mornington.

Using art and the painting The Body is a Shadow of the Soul (Marsilio Ficino, 1433-99), Dr Hassad cited early philosophical thinking on the topic as an introduction to his well-received and humorous presentation. His inspiring and evidence-based presentation centred on the impact of mindfulness practises on the promotion and maintenance of mental and physical health and wellbeing.

The seminar ended with a mindfulness exercise and discussion with an appreciative audience.

This final seminar in the Monash University/ U3A Dialogues on Healthy Ageing series was

supported by the Mornington Peninsula Shire, Frankston City Council and the Australian Association of Gerontology.

Commissioner for Victorian Seniors, Gerard Mansour, chaired the discussion. “The Victorian Seniors Festival provides a wonderful opportunity to see and experience many of the diverse activities that seniors enjoy and can get involved in through services, clubs, organisations and volunteering,” he said.

“They enable people of all ages to keep connected within the community.”

The presidents of U3A Dr Tom Jeavons (Mornington) and Gail Quilliam (Frankston) thanked the audience from the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston regions for their strong support for the series over the year.

For details on U3A courses, summer program and activities visit u3amornington.com.au or call 5975 9773.

The U3A office is at 5-17, Currawong St, Mornington, open weekdays 10am-2pm.

Up for challenge: The BlueScope team is ready for this year’s Arthurs Seat Challenge. Picture: Yanni

Feet pound the road for safer driving A WALKING and running event is the main financial force behind a driver education program for thousands of year 11 students across the Mornington Peninsula.

The annual Arthurs Seat Challenge raises money for the Fit2Drive program to help students become safer road users by focusing on better decision making when faced with risky situations.

The program also increases community support, sharing knowledge with parents and schools in our local area.

“It has been remarkable to see the growth and expansion of road safety education across the peninsula, and the shared response to reducing road fatality and injury involving young people since the inception of this program at our local secondary schools,” BlueScope Western Port plant manager Jim Graham said.

Mr Graham said BlueScope was “thrilled” to

continue its support of the Arthurs Seat Challenge fun run, to be held this year on Sunday 8 November.

“BlueScope has been manufacturing steel on the peninsula for more than 40 years and has been a supporter and major sponsor of the challenge since the first event in 2002.”

In that time the number of participants in the challenge had grown from less than 200 to 2000.

“Our company’s core values of keeping people safe and supporting our local community are in direct alignment with the Fit2Drive Program and the Arthurs Seat Challenge,” Mr Graham said.

“We look forward to seeing great representation from the community and we will certainly have a strong squad from BlueScope challenging on the day.”

Register for the Arthurs Seat Challenge at www.arthursseatchallenge.com.au

Manilla-bound in contest bid A Mt Eliza man will head to the Philippines next month to compete in the Mr Pancontinental contest and raise money to combat diabetes.

John Stock, 26, is representing Australia in the quest in Manilla which he says is a tourism/ ambassadorial role to promote international goodwill and raise awareness of the disease which affects people world-wide.

“This is the first time I have done anything like this, but I am happy to compete for a worthy cause,” said Mr Stock, who runs his own electrical business.

Despite never having modelled before, Mr Stock is at home playing sport. He represented Australia in men’s volleyball in Taipei this year, and has represented Victoria in beach handball, beach volleyball and indoor volleyball.

Luck played a part in the Mr Pancontinental selection process: “The guy they already had pulled out, and I had been in contact with the [organisers] before, so they asked me to enter and I thought ‘Why not?’”.

The judges will assess a contestant’s character, looks, personality and knowledge of diabetes.

They will look for someone who can be a diabetes ambassador and educate people in their own country about the disease and help them live a diabetes-free lifestyle.

With only three weeks to go until the contest on 19 November, Mr Stock is planning fundraisers to advance his standing. He has a team of sponsors supporting him in his endeavour.

Dinners, trivia nights and theme parties are all in the mix. “I have got to pay a certain percentage to the pageant organisers, so any way of

Contest hopeful: John Stock will represent Australia next month in the Mr Pancontinental quest to raise money to fight diabetes.

raising money is being considered.”

An appearance on the international stage could open doors into modelling and TV, he realises. “There will be a lot of scouts there and it could be a stepping stone for an aspiring model and actor and, if something comes out of this, I will take it.

“I would be crazy not to.”

Donors are invited to click on the Facebook page Mr Pancontinental Australia 2015 where they can vote directly for their choice. Contestants who raise the most money go straight into the final.

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First-of-its-kind report provides picture of breast cancer in young Australian women A report released today by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) for the first time presents information and statistics about breast cancer in young women aged 20–39 years.

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Fozzie, Fozzie, Fozzie; Oi, Oi, Oi

By Stuart McCullough THERE’S no other way of saying it: everything has changed. It’s not a case of a few cushions here or a stick of furniture there; life has altered in a manner that is far more fundamental. Instead of our old life where we did what we wanted when we wanted, we are now in a perpetual state of readiness, in which are spring-loaded to leap to attention in an instant. For the ranks of our household have swollen from two to three after the arrival of our dog. Already I have been asked what having a puppy has been like. I answer that it’s a lot like having a demanding houseguest, albeit one who’s spectacularly incontinent.

We named her ‘Fozzie’. This is partly because she sort-of looks like a bear but mostly because my wife wouldn’t let me call her ‘Beyonce’. We consulted far and wide as to a suitable name and receive a veritable avalanche of suggestions including ‘Luna’, ‘Cinder’ and (my personal favourite) ‘Patricia’. The true test of a dog’s name is whether you are willing to yell it out whilst at the local dog park. It was on this basis, that ‘Beyonce’ was discounted from consideration at an early stage. However, as with any name, a number of variations have already developed, including, ‘Fozzie-a-tron’, ‘Fozz-o-matic’, ‘Fozz-tastic’ and ‘Fozzalicious’. Remarkably, she responds to all of these.

But having a dog means change by the bucket load. As someone who is not so much resistant to change as flatout allergic to it, this presents all manner of challenges. These started early

when my sixteen year-old nephew Jake and I were directed to take a trip to the local pet store for things the pup could chew on. Specifically, we were told to purchase an item made (and there’s just no delicate way to put this)

of bovine genitals.

I am not the kind of person who feels comfortable walking into a shop, slapping my hand down on the counter and then demanding, in a loud and clear voice, to be directed to the supply of

bull junk. Rather, this is a delicate task that requires the upmost of discretion.

The trouble with an item like this is that, for reasons of general politeness, it’s destined to be called something other than what it is. But, try as we might, we couldn’t identify anything that might be some poor creature’s family jewels. Despite our best efforts, we had to ask for help.

The weird thing about pet stores is that it’s kind of like Dr. Frankenstein’s laboratory, with ears and snouts and other assorted bits of anatomy available for purchase. Inevitably, those working at the pet store were all young and female, which added substantially to the general level of creepiness involved. Rather than flat-out ask, I decided to embark on a far more subtle form of interrogation. I started by asking whether the store could recommend something for a dog to chew. A mere three hours later, an exhausted shop assistant introduced Jake and I to something called ‘the bully stick’.

Gently, I enquired as to the ingredients, whereupon the sales assistant turned a deep shade of puce before admitting that a ‘bully stick’ was, in fact, the former family jewels of a certain quadruped.

Glory be, our epic search was over!

Better yet, we had managed to track down the elusive ‘bully stick’ without having to ask for its contents by name.

However, much of our good work was undone when, upon hearing that a bully stick was, indeed, bull genitals, my nephew and I responded by punching the sky and high-fiving. ‘I’ll take two!’

I cried, before demanding that they be

gift-wrapped.

Our living room has been transformed. Aside from the occasional bully stick, there are weird soft toys everywhere. I have named them all.

There’s ‘Captain Octopus’, ‘Super Duck’ and ‘Justin Beaver’ and some blue thing that I can’t quite identify as being anything in particular and which I may end up calling ‘Le Freak’.

Then there are all kinds of chew toys, ‘Kongs’ (which are kind of like canine Pez dispensers), ropes and tug toys.

Whereas once our house neat and pristine, with cushions artfully positioned beside books and magazines, it now looks like a dog’s treasure chest has recently exploded.

Training continues apace. So far, we have mastered ‘sit’, ‘stay’ and ‘rollover’. Now we just need to teach these things to the dog and we’ll be set.

Granted, there have been some unfortunate incidents of which I do not wish to say too much, save that it has completely transformed my relationship to urine. Whilst she’s learning quickly, I beginning to suspect that I’ve been too ambitious. Granted, it’s still early days. But at this stage my plans to teach Fozzie how to dive a manual aren’t looking too flash.

I’m not sure if I was mentally unready or whether it’s not really possible to prepare for a change of this magnitude. Soon, though, what is novel will become routine. What now feels like upheaval will simply be a part of everyday life. So be it. It’s funny that something so small and furry should teach us exactly that. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

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THE BASICS: THIS COULD BE THE LAST TIME

By Neil Walker GOTYE has gone back to The Basics and the band is dropping in on Mornington as part of their national tour in support of their latest The Age of Entitlement album.

Guitarist Tim Heath says The Basics drummer Wally De Backer, known as the solo artist Gotye, is heading back to Australia from the US where he is recording the follow-up to his commercially successful Making Mirrors album which spawned the global smash Somebody That I Used To Know.

Heath says November’s Mornington gig, the last in the tour, will be “pretty energetic and perhaps emotional” amid hints The Basics may call it a day.

Although if the band does break up permanently it will not be due to any jealousy or bitchiness over De Backer’s success as Gotye.

Far from being somebody that Gotye’s longterm bandmates used to know, Heath joked De Backer’s modesty and ability to remain unfazed by commercial success means The Basics, who have been together since 2004, are able to work together again without any egomania dominating proceedings.

Heath admits though that he, De Backer and bassist Kris Schroeder now play shorter tours when they hit the road.

“I think we really enjoy playing together and in the last few years we’ve sort of done it sporadically and the tours have been shorter because the older you get the harder it is to go on the road. You get tired and grumpy more easily so we’ve sort of made them shorter so our tempers don’t flare as much.”

Gotye’s global success hasn’t put a downer on The Basics. Heath admits it was “surreal” but “fantastic” to see and hear Somebody That I Used To Know, featuring Kimbra, suddenly take off across the world.

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I was in France, Spain and Portugal and that was when the song really went big. I’d hear it on every radio station in those countries.

“Wally never really talks himself up and I don’t think he sees certain achievements that others would so highly. When he got nominated for a Grammy I was on the phone to him that day and having a regular chat. I didn’t know about it and he didn’t even mention it.”

As for The Basics the latest tour comes in the wake of the release of the band’s eighth album called The Age of Entitlement, a phrase used by the now departed Australian Treasurer Joe Hockey who described the country as “a nation of lifters, not leaners” when he delivered his controversial 2014 budget which many regarded as unfair on poorer Australians.

It’s a departure from The Basics’ indie-pop rock roots and sees the band addressing the state and shame of the nation as they see it.

Schroeder wrote most of the songs for The Age of Entitlement album before The Basics headed off to the UK to record the tracks at the Abbey Road Studios in London, made famous by The Beatles who often recorded there and named their 1969 Abbey Road album in its honour.

“Kris came back with some songs that were political and Wally and I looked at each other and went ‘this is a bit different’ but I think we all agreed that the sentiment was something we all shared and agreed on,” Heath said.

“The songs seemed to me not so much political but more social. A comment about culture and a part of the Australian psyche that was becoming complacent, complaining about things but not doing a lot about it.”

The opening lines from album opener Whatever Happened to the Working Class? leaves listeners in no doubt about who The Basics

mostly blame for Australia’s cultural malaise: ‘Whatever happened to the working class?/ We’ve got politicians sitting on their arse/ Whittling away at the few rights that we’ve got left/I was listening to the radio and how big business stole the show and I wonder ‘who’s there to stop them now?’’.

The not so great Australian public are also condemned for their indifference to politics in the album’s lyrics.

Heath notes: “I think most Australians are very lucky to be able to live relatively comfortably and it’s quite easy to forget we’re quite safe in our houses compared to most people in the world and that things like big-screen televisions and swimming pools start to take up most of what’s been discussed or thought about by a certain section of the community.”

The Basics themselves decided to “have a go” at politics to show complacency enables politicians to often fail to represent their community’s best interests.

The Basics Rock’n’Roll Party registered to contest an Upper House seat at last year’s Victorian election. Heath says winning a seat was always a long shot but the party’s formation “was a way to show people could go out and become a politician and try to change things rather than just sit on the couch and complain about it”.

“It started off as an idea to show people who are generally pissed off with the state of Australian politics who feel disempowered somewhat that anyone can start a political party.

All you need is members and then you’re on the ballot paper. We hoped that people would see that and think they may give it a go next time. So it’ll be interesting to see if it had any effect.”

Recording The Age of Entitlement was a dream come true for The Basics since the trio

are big fans of The Beatles, Heath said.

“The first time we walked in it was pretty amazing. I was pretty speechless because everything is quite original but it’s also a working studio.

“You’re walking down the corridors and there’s old tape machines that have been used since the ‘40s and ‘50s and of course Studio Two where The Beatles recorded still looks the same so you look at photos of them and then you walk in there and it’s amazing.

“All the microphones are still there. For one take we did the engineer called for ‘the John Lennon microphone’. It’s really cool and neat they haven’t sold it or auctioned it off to a museum or something.”

“I recorded a couple of tracks on a piano they recorded A Day in the Life on ... just to sit there ... is kind of surreal.”

As hinted earlier, The Basics future days in the life are clouded but, if the Mornington gig is the end of the road forever for the band, Heath reckons The Age of Entitlement is as good a way as any to go out raging against the dying of the light (on the hill).

Not many bands speak out about how politics shapes culture now after protest music peaked in the 1970s and early 1980s.

“It may be one of the last records we make, I’m not sure,” Heath said.

“Maybe we thought it is time to maybe make a comment on Australian society. I think sometimes it is important for artists to make people think politically and socially ... and show a different perspective on the world.”

The Basics play The Grand Hotel, 124 Main Street Mornington on Sunday 1 November, doors open 7pm. Tickets $25. See moshtix. com.au or call The Grand Hotel on 03 5975 2001.

THE BLUES OF SUMMER When you get a combination of love for the waters of Victoria with the capacity to represent that love on hug, flowing canvases, nature meets art. One such lucky person is Annette Spinks who resides where she hears the breaking waves and

smells the salt breeze as it drifts into her studio. These auditory and sensory impacts are reflected instantaneously onto the canvas that is poised before her. Annette believes herself incredibly lucky, “I am blessed with my location, I adore paintings

and I’m appreciative of all the people who encourage me with my sea driven artworks.” Annette Spinks is joining other artists at Manyung Gallery Sorrento with ‘The Blues Of Summer’ exhibition commencing on Saturday 31st October.

COME TO NOELS WHERE ART LIVES Noels Gallery has been a long time landmark on the Mornington Peninsula, the original building erected in 1929. Left vacant for some time, local couple Craig and Rebecca Davy have just purchased the property and have been hard at work renovating and bringing back to life the amazing Edna Wallinginspired garden.

Rebecca originally opened Flinders Fine Art Gallery in 2002 and Sorrento Fine Art Gallery later. Both galleries have been relocated to Noels of Red Hill which opened three weeks ago. The gallery showcases over fifty paintings, silver and pearl handmade jewellery, glass sculptures, glass baubles, vases, paperweights and much more.

The café opened Saturday October 24, 8am for breakfast and lunch.

Some items on the menu include a selection of Turkish Rolls, Gluten Free Muesli, Chia pudding, Slices, Cakes, BLT’s and a selection of Vegan Pizza and wholesome salads. Tease Tea, Mailing Room Coffee and a selection of cold drinks are also available. The café will be licensed before the end of the year. A picturesque location to come for a casual, relaxed morning or afternoon. The deck out the back offers expansive views and a paddock for the kids to run and play.

The gallery provides a wonderful space to explore works from the talented artists of the Mornington Peninsula. Over the long weekend an artist will be painting on location. For more information or bookings please contact Rebecca on 5989 2203. www.peninsulagalleries.com.au Frankston Times 26 October 2015

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REFRIGERATED TOYOTA HILUX, utility, 2014, odometer 3600kms, would suit new buyer, 2400L x 1800 x 1300H measured externally, 82mm fibreglass/polyurethane white gloss finish, checker-plate food grade slipresistant flooring, double rear barn doors with deep freeze multi-blade seals internal flush bulkhead light wired to the tail light circuit, steel frame, alloy mudguards, rear step and docking rubbers, SS Camlock on each door with 'Quicklock' handles, SS heavy duty hinges, SS door holdbacks, SS rear door frame, SS door sills, double seal gaskets on doors, tapered edge doors side door - passenger LH side, doors are key lockable.

Reg. MOOJSE (plates not included). $38,500 neg. 0419 030 773.

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Baxter rocket up to fourth PROVINCIAL

By IT Gully BAXTER rocketed from the bottom of the MPCA Provincial ladder to the top four on Saturday after a demolition on Rye that resulted in an outright win.

After scoring a very modest 205 with just three batsmen making double figures, the Baxter bowlers then went to work and knocked over 18 wickets on the second day.

Rye resumed at 2/12 on Saturday and added just six runs before the wickets started to tumble again.

Andrew Hitchener (17) and Dean Collins (12) were the only Demons to get into double figures.

Rye was dismissed the first time

around in the 30th over for just 48.

Chamika Sattambi took 6/17 off 10.3 overs and Dale Irving helped himself to 3/21.

Rye faired a little better in the second innings, however, it didn’t stop them from being rolled for 88.

Hitchener again top scored with 21.

Ben Matters was the pick of the bowlers for Baxter in the second innings, picking-up 4/30, while Irving took 3/38 off 11.

Mornington got its season back on track after beating Moorooduc in a close one.

Defending 177, Mornington had the Ducs in some early strife at the conclusion of day one at 3/30 with Luke Popov claiming 2/12.

However, Leigh Lambert (37) and

Panthers set the early pace DISTRICT

By IT Gully RED HILL, Seaford, Pearcedale and Baden Powell hold the top four positions on the MPCA District ladder after just two rounds.

Pearcedale could be considered the surprise packet of the quartet, given the Panthers are the new kids on the block in District ranks.

However, when you pull-in a recruit such as Shane Maggs, who has been playing District cricket for more than 10 years, your fortunes are going to change considerably.

On Saturday, Maggs snared 3/12 and 4/49 as Pearcedale destroyed Boneo.

Defending a whopping 288, the Panthers then rolled the Pandas for 72 with Maggs taking three and Kane Smith (3/18) and Shayne Gillings (2/10) also getting in on the act.

The home side was forced to put the pads on again and have a second crack. They faired better but still lost 6/99 before the game was called to a close.

Cam Williams scored an unbeaten 42 in the second innings to save Boneo from an embaressing outright defeat.

Red Hill resumed at 4/44 against Carrum, chasing 152. The game was in the balance at the beginning of day two.

However, by the end of the day’s play, the Hillmen had against flexed their collective muscles and made an opposition look second rate.

The visitors amassed 8/299 with Matt Merifield belting 132 before being run out.

Skipper Simon Dart helped himself to 84 and Luke Toy scored 25. Red Hill batted for 86 overs.

Jeremy Graves had 3/16 overnight for the Lions and finished with 3/52.

Baden Powell made light work of Seaford Tigers, scoring 9/236 in reply to the Tigers 126.

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nine wickets in hand when play on day two resumed.

The Braves lost their second wicket with the score on 115 and by the time the third wicket fell, they had won the game.

Opener Tom Wood top scored for the Braves with 84, while Ryan Barnett scored an unbeaten 50.

Matty Meagher picked-up 4/66 to be the best of the Tigers’ bowlers, while Corey Hand snared 3/55.

Seaford kept the pressure on Main Ridge in their contest on day two to win by 36 runs.

Resuming at 3/41, chasing Seaford’s 201, the Ridge looked good early with Gareth Wyatt (67) and Billy Sakalis (55) taking the score to 128 without loss.

However, 3/128 quickly became 6/142 and the Ridge were in a world of pain.

Paul Hartle was the pick of the bowlers with 4/42, while Tiron Fernando claimed 3/37 on debut.

An ‘oh so close’ century to Nick Christides (99) guided Delacombe Park to a strong win against Mt Martha.

Joel Malcolm was also solid for the Parkers with 46 to help them to 223, chasing 188 for victory.

Kyle Bendle was the pick of the Mt Martha bowlers with 6/46.

Pace attack: Action from Ballam Park vs Somerville Grade B1 at the weekend.

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Michael Whincup (37) offered some resistance in the middle order and took the score past 100 for the loss of just four wickets.

The Ducs then lost 4/17 and the Doggies were back in command.

Sam Adams (14) and Ross Cordeux (10) gave the home side a sniff late in the game and got the score to 164 before Jack Heseltine picked-up his second wicket and handed Mornington the 12 points.

Sorrento cruised to an eight-wicket victory over Langwarrin at Shark Park.

Chasing 238, Sorrento cruised past the target with the loss of just two wickets.

Nick Jewell was not out 84 at the conclusion of the 67th over when

Sorrento past the total, while Jedd Falck was not out at the other end on 65.

Earlier, opener Kane Gordon scored 52 and put-on a 52-run opening partnership with Corey Harris (22).

Somerville’s Matty Roach was named the RPP player of the match after he picked-up 4/44 to help his side to a comfortable 79-run win against Mt Eliza.

The Eagles started well and had the Redlegs 2/10 before Justin Grant (54) come to the crease.

However, other than Matthew Travena, who scored 39, the Redlegs were never in the contest.

While Roach claimed four wickets, Jack Kennedy snared 3/54 and Russell Wilkes 3/23.

Peninsula Old Boys made light work of Crib Point, winning by almost 200 runs.

Defending 8/301, the Old Boys worked the Magpies over and rolled them in the 56th over for just 108.

Rob Hearn top scored for the Pies with 30.

Long Island had no problems defending its 9/263 against Pines.

Pines was bowled out for 188 in the 69th over, thanks largely to 30 runs each from number nine and 10 batsmen Nick Wilcox and Rick Anstiss.

Earlier in the day, Craig Entwhistle top scored with 73 for Pines.

Scott Phillips was dominant for the Islanders with 6/67 from 25 overs, while Jake Middleton and Andrew Tweddle claimed two wickets each.

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Stumps! Ballam Park took on Somerville Grade B1 in a Sub-District match. Picture: Andrew Hurst

Hoppers on top SUB-DISTRICT

By IT Gully DROMANA is in a very unfamiliar position after two rounds of the MPCA Sub District season – on top of the ladder.

The Hoppers made light work of Hastings on Saturday, rolling the visitings for just 102.

Recruit Aaron Kaddatz once again proved he is going to destroy this competition after claiming 5/21, while Jeff Bluhm bowled 18 overs and snared 4/41.

Nathan Hunt top scored for the Blues with 32, while skipper Timmy Birch did all that he could with an unbeaten 28.

Tootgarook went for the outright win against Tyabb, falling six wickets short.

The Yabbies made just 106 in their first innings before the Frogs came out and blasted 55 in the final 16 overs of the day on day one.

The home side came out swinging on the second day too, racing to 1/208 in 42 overs before declaring.

The Frenchman got the job done for the Frogs, Rob scoring 82 and Travis 63.

Tootgarook used nine bowlers in the second innings to try and get the 10 wickets required for the outright.

James Holland-Burch prevented them from doing so with an unbeaten 45, while recruit Michael Edwards scored 39.

Matt Whelan took 2/11 after snaring five wickets in the first innings.

Ballam Park got the job done against Carrum Downs in a tight one, winning by just 11 runs.

Chasing 199 for victory, the Knights got there with one wicket in hand. At one stage the Knights were 8/179.

Jarryd Ward top scored for the winners with 47 while Zac Clements’ 24 batting at nine was match winning.

Stuart Swift was the pick of the Cougars’ bowlers with 4/58 while Ryan Lynch snared three wickets.

Frankston YCW didn’t have any problems picking up the runs required to beat Balnarring.

Chasing 136 for victory, the Stonecats resumed at 2/71 with Jason Bedford 32no. Bedford went on to make 59 while Paul Bradley scored 41.

The Stonecats called it a day with the score on 8/234.

Rosebud smashed Skye by nearly 200 runs.

Defending 9/316, the Buds bowled-out Skye for just 138. Jason Nagel bowled 25 overs and finished with 4/33, while Billy Quigley and Peter Doughty claimed a couple of wickets each.

Neil Earnshaw top scored for Skye with 41.

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Mornington Golf Club - Tallis Drive, Mornington Rossdale Golf Course - Sixth Ave, Aspendale Chelsea Public Golf Course - Fraser Ave, Edithvale Patterson River Country Club - The Fairway, Bonbeach Centenary Park Golf Course - McClelland Dr, Frankston Bembridge Public Golf Course - 125 Tyabb-Tooradin Rd, Somerville Devilbend Golf Club - Loders Rd, Moorooduc Mt Martha Public Golf Course - Forest Dr, Mt Martha Cerberus Golf Club - HMAS Cerberus, Crib Point Flinders Golf Club - Bass St, Flinders Rosebud Country Club - 207 Boneo Rd, Rosebud Moonah Links - Peter Thompson Dr, Fingal

ONE SCORECARD PER ENVELOPE. INCLUDE YOUR NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE ON THE BACK OF THE ENVELOPE. ENTRIES CLOSE 16/11/15 POST TO MPNG GOLF, PO BOX 588, HASTINGS 3915 Frankston Times 26 October 2015

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5-star ANCAP safety rating on 4x4 D-MAX Crew Cab models built from November 2013 onwards, 4x2 D-MAX Crew Cab High Ride models built from November 2014 onwards and all MU-X models. ^5 years/130,000km whichever occurs first, for eligible customers. Excludes trays and accessories. >The Capped Price Servicing Program applies to eligible Isuzu UTE vehicles with a warranty start date after 1 January 2015. The program covers the first 6 scheduled services in line with the scheduled service intervals. Program price subject to change. For full terms & conditions and current pricing visit isuzuute.com.au/service-plus. +3.5 tonne braked towing capacity on all 4x4 D-MAX models and 3.0 tonne braked towing capacity on all MU-X models when fitted with an optional genuine Isuzu UTE tow bar kit. ~Includes economy alloy tray fitted at motorpool. #ADR 81/02 laboratory tests (combined cycle) for D-MAX models built from 5 November 2014 onwards and MU-X models built from 6 November 2014 onwards. § Leather on body contact areas of the seats. *Private and ABN holders only. Excludes government, fleet, rental & non-profit buyers. Includes one year business vehicle registration, CTP insurance, dealer delivery and statutory charges. Metallic/mica/pearl paint $396 extra. Available at Mornington Isuzu UTE from 1/10/15 until 31/12/15 unless extended, varied or while stocks last. ‡Genuine Isuzu UTE accessories on 2015 build plate 4x4 D-MAX to private & ABN holders only. Must take delivery of vehicle before 31/12/15. Available at Mornington Isuzu UTE until 31/12/15 unless varied or extended. Not available with other offers.

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