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Peninsula. Guessing I will be forever known as ‘the mother of Pearl’. There have also been some staff changes and we introduce Tanya CrockettStebbing heading up Customer Relationships and Ian Brook has also been a welcome new addition on the sales front. We also have Lynda Coombs working on our new app Peninsula Life. Plus some fabulous new writers including Kristy Martin and Sarina Brunott. And you may have noticed we have gone back to the original high end stock from the past, but retained our larger size. Try as we did we were unable to get the photo reproduction we desired so this will now be our format going forward. Hope you like it! This season brings a massive number of fabulous events to our Peninsula, Queen’s Birthday weekend will see 3 big events: the opening of the Archibald Prize Exhibition at the MPRG, Winter Wine Weekend across our winery areas and the Inaugural Mornington Winter Jazz Festival of which Mornington Life Magazine is a proud sponsor. All of these events and more are detailed in this awesome issue. Plus find our fabulous winter fashion shoot (sneak peek right from new store Tingo in Mt Martha), everything there is to know about Food & Wine, Health & Beauty, Home, Garden, Decor and a plethora of local stories to warm you up this Winter. Now don’t forget to download our new App Peninsula Life at your app store or SMS app@PL to 0427 800 800. Enjoy our magazine, we love bringing it to you, Lisa Walton, Publisher
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The Main Street Market Mornington celebrated its 30th Anniversary on Main Street on Wednesday 10th April. The market has been operating as a home made, home grown or home baked market since April 1983 making it the longest running midweek street market in Victoria which is quite an achievement! The anniversary market was a fantastic day on Main Street, there were thousands of people in the street enjoying music played by local buskers and the Royal Navy Band played two sets outside the Mornington Post Office. Kids were having their faces painted, playing in the playground and patting the baby animals at the animal farm – yes there were even piglets!! The stallholders enjoyed having the opportunity to talk to so many new customers that hadn’t been to the market before, and showcasing their lovingly crafted, grown or baked products.
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the ‘Main Street Market Grooves’ to shake the winter blues away! The Mornington Farmers’ Market will also be on Saturday 8 June in Mornington Park with Jazz artists playing music ‘Live in the Park’. So make sure you come to Mornington over the weekend and attend a FREE or ticketed gig – for more information and full program visit www.morningtonjazz.com.au There is always so much happening at the Main Street Market, whether it’s new stallholders attending the market, current stallholders creating a new line of products or buskers playing music on the street corners - every week is different, so why not come down to Main Street Mornington next week and ‘Meet the Maker’ as Main Street Mornington comes alive with craft, music and laughter … See you next Wednesday! For more information about the market or becoming a stallholder contact: 5975 4522 // info@morningtonchamber. com.au // www.facebook.com/ Mainstreetmarketmornington Jeni Doherty Market Manager Mornington Chamber of Commerce
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guess who’s coming to town? Put on your dancing shoes as Mornington gets jazzed up with the Inaugural Mornington Winter Jazz Festival over the Queen’s Birthday long weekend, 7th to 10th June 2013.
Mornington Library, The ‘Jazz n’ Swing’ afternoon at the Peninsula Grange, ‘Market Grooves’ on Main Street where the Wednesday Market will be operating on Saturday, ‘Live in the Park’ at the Mornington Farmers’ Market also on the Saturday and the Mornington Historical Railway Mornington comes alive with all things Music, Art and ‘Jazz at the Station’ on Sunday. These are just a few of the Heritage as it celebrates all genres of jazz, it’s time to great events in the entertainment program – check out the get into the groove! website for the program, tickets and updates. The cornerstone of the Festival is the dynamic Jazz Mornington Life Magazine is a proud sponsor of this program with internationally renowned Jazz artists James event, find more on the festival on pages 39-41. Morrison and Vince Jones, and Melbourne Jazz artists Andy The Mornington Winter Jazz Festival welcomes the Cowan, Wilbur Wilde, Frank Bennett and Flap! Ticketed prestigious Archibald Prize Exhibition to the Mornington performances will see nights and afternoons in Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery in Mornington over the Queen’s ablaze with atmosphere, jazz and groovin’ at The Grand Birthday weekend. To celebrate, the annual ‘Little Archie’s Hotel, The Royal Hotel, Beaches, Harba, Cafe 115, The Bay Window Art Exhibition’ will be held on Main Street Hotel and many, many more great venues. In high demand Mornington, and guided tours of the exhibition will be held are the tickets to the major shows, they are available at over the weekend. Historical walks around Mornington will www.morningtonjazz.com.au – but be quick as tickets are also be held over the weekend. limited! This Queen’s Birthday weekend come to Mornington, be In addition to the ticketed gigs and dinner shows, FREE entertained, and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of jazz and music performances will be held in venues this fabulous festival celebrating Music, Art and Heritage. and locations across Mornington throughout the entire www.morningtonjazz.com.au weekend, blowing your winter blues away! Showcasing fantastic local musicians, artists and bands such ENQUIRIES: Mornington Chamber of Commerce, phone 5975 4522 as the Marty Williams Experiment featuring Deb McLeod Peninsula Life App users: To keep up to date with the (Cello), Cardwell Swing Guitars, Aaron Roberts, Pete Kaighin, Brad Kennedy joined by Mojo Pearls, Westernport upcoming Festival events SMS the tag morningtonjazz@PL to 0427 800 800. Some lucky taggers will receive exclusive Regional Band and Admirals Own Big Band. ‘Music After invites to special events! START TAGGING Dark ‘ and ‘Studio 12 Portraits Foyer Exhibition’ at the
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PICK OF THE CLIQUE Mt Eliza resident, Stephany Avila is a young actress with talent and ambition to burn. Dedicated, focused and refreshingly genuine, this is a woman who wants to set the screen on fire and she’s just the flame to do it. Having won the leading role as Mackenzie Rodriguez in a new television series called Clique, she and a talented group of young actors will be stirring the pot with this hot new series.
Neighbours, Holly’s Heroes and Elephant Princess, Avila has lots of experience to draw from. She’s happy to support anyone who has genuine passion. This is not surprising given the remarkably artistic and exquisitely nurturing family she comes from. Her Argentinean parents are high achievers, but really, all the Avilas are accomplished, individuals who support one another’s aims and ambitions.
Created, written, produced and directed by another powerhouse young lady, Amanda Duckworth, Clique follows the lives of a group of close knit high school friends. “It’s kind of like a combination between Skins and Puberty Blues,” Avila reveals. No holds barred, this shows tells it like it is in the world of teen angst and real life issues facing this fraught age bracket. The series pilot is currently being pitched to five Australian free-to-air networks and one US based network that broadcasts on Foxtel internationally. The Clique trailer can be viewed online to see firsthand what all the buzz is about.
Currently, Avila and her sister Natasha, a gifted visual artist and jewellery designer, are in the process of creating a new business venture called, A Leading Production. From original music composition, lyric and script writing to fashion and accessory design, the two sisters hope to build a creative collaborative catering to the film and television industry, whilst encouraging young people to bring their own talents to the mix. It’s ambitious, but if anyone can pull this off, it’s the Avila sisters.
As controversial as the choices and decisions teens make in their real lives, this show is sure to confront the sensibilities, but that’s a good thing. It exposes the risk taking behaviours biologically inherit in the teen brain. This raw exposure of real issues allows parents and other adults the opportunity to think about and talk about these issues with teens, bringing thoughtfulness, sensitivity and insight to the conversation. Positivity is the driving force behind Avila’s personal and professional ambitions. She teaches and mentors budding actors between the ages of 10 and 25. Having grown up as a child actor in shows such as,
Stephany is also in the process of setting up a foundation for young adults aiming to promote positive body image, self-esteem and confidence. She has been visiting high schools to seek ideas and feedback from her target audience. Whether in real life or on the screen, Avila is a person who is destined to make a difference in the world. Check out the trailer for Clique at: http://www. cliquetvau.com, or follow Stephany’s stellar trajectory by viewing her website at: www.stephanyavila.com. Stephany also writes a column for Australian Actor’s Network giving actors tips and advice on how to succeed in the acting industry. ANDREA LOUISE THOMAS, Arts Editor, Pearl Magazine
TEAM BAREFOOT TAKES ON THE CHALLENGE For the past five years, Team Barefoot have been one of the Australia’s most successful privately funded Triathlon Teams headed by seven times Australian Triathlon Champion and local resident, Stephen Foster.
Team Barefoot formed after Foster, who raced for a professional triathlon team in France for five years, saw a niche in the Australian triathlon scene to develop teams of a similar nature. “In France, everything is team orientated, something lacking here in Australia and America and so I decided to start up my own Team.” said Foster. The concept is gradually taking shape with numerous other teams forming throughout the country. WINTER
“We are one of the best sponsored teams currently in operation, apart from the big nationally funded programs and international teams from Europe.”
Triathlon is still largely an individual sport; however with Triathlon being in the Olympics now, the team format is slowly taking shape as team work, tactics and sacrificing yourself for your team to help them to victory, grows stronger and becomes a priority. It’s similar to professional cycling. Team Barefoot has recently finished another successful season having won numerous National, State and overall series titles from elite category to age group. Foster also has two professional
triathletes in his team, Nathan Buschkuehl and Mitch Kibby, who have both been accepted to race
for French triathlon teams during the Australian off season. “They are living the dream as I did, making a career out of sport and travelling the world. The important thing, something that is a compulsory part of being on my team, is that they also develop a career outside of sport to fall back on once they retire from racing.”
Foster also has a general squad of dedicated athletes, many of whom competed in the recent Melbourne Ironman that started at Frankston and finished in St. Kilda. He was so motivated at watching and supporting his squad that he decided to sign up for next year’s Ironman, consisting of a 3.8km swim off Frankston Pier
followed by a 180km bike ride out and back along Eastlink Freeway and finishing off with a 42.2km marathon run from Frankston Pier to St. Kilda. “Triathlon is not beyond anyone.” Says Foster. “I can have a person fit enough to compete in the short course events on four to five hours of training a week which isn’t that much time commitment when you add it all up. We can even help those who are weak swimmers overcome their fears.” Team Barefoot, who’s athletes are also members of the local Mornington Peninsula Triathlon Club (M.P.T.C) operate out of The Peninsula School in Mt. Eliza and have training sessions running seven days a week.
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REVEALED AS MORNINGTON CELEBRATES 125 YEARS OF FOOTBALL HISTORY The Mornington Football Club has a rich history, dating back to 1888 and this year will celebrate its 125th anniversary with a gala dinner. One of the oldest football clubs around, Mornington Football Club has experienced its share of highs and lows over the past century and a quarter, and seen a tapestry of colourful characters coming through its gates. Louis Harrison is one such character from the early 1900s. Well known in the area, Harrison was the proprietor of The Grand Hotel, chair on the Mornington Racing Club committee, and chair of the Mornington Football Club, where he was president for three years, including the 1915 premiership year. Harrison’s three boys, Louis Jnr. Thomas and George all played football for Mornington. Louis Harrison Snr was a founding member of the Racing Club and the story goes that he won the Stawell Gift under an assumed name in earlier days. George worked for his dad in the pub until he joined the A.I.F. At the ripe old age of 18 he was sent to Gallipoli. With football in his blood, George took part in an exhibition of Aussie Rules under the shade of the pyramids, where he kicked two goals. Two years exactly to the day of his enlistment George died of wounds received in action. Current president, Norm Robinson, says the
club has come a long way since those early days but still retains its commitment to providing young people with activities and opportunities to be part of a community. “As part of our celebration we are putting together the ‘Team of Our History’. Like the old team of the centuries, we’re going to select our best and most valuable players from the past and present and unveil it at the anniversary dinner,” Mr Robinson said. The club is holding their anniversary dinner on Saturday August 17 at the Mornington Racecourse. Over the years, the club has seen the grandstand go, built a new facility, and introduced the netball club as recently as last year- a far cry from the clubs humble beginnings in Empire Street. “The culture of football clubs has changed a lot over the years. They are more socially responsible and aware of making sure young people are part of a sporting activity,” Mr Robinson said. The club has seen tragedies with the 1892 boat disaster, when 15 members of the Mornington Football Club, returning home from a match in Mordialloc, drowned. It has also seen good times with 11 senior premierships and a wealth of experiences and mates that have become lifelong friends.
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REGISTER FOR BAY RUN The eighth annual Mornington Bay Run will be held on Sunday, July 28 at Mornington Park with all profits from the event going to the Peter MacCallum Cancer Foundation. Whether you’re an elite runner or a weekend walker, be a part of this great event! Stroll or sprint, jog or skip, whatever you choose, you will be raising money for a great cause. Participants can choose to enter the 8.42-kilometre run, 4.2-km run or 4.2-km walk. With Adult and Children Divisions, and with teams able to register online, everybody can get involved! The Mornington Bay Run will start at the picturesque Mornington Park in Mornington and will follow a scenic course up the Esplanade to Beleura Hill Rd, to Barkly St roundabout and back. The 8.42-km Run will complete the circuit twice. In 2012 the Mornington Bay Run raised over $20,000 for the Peter MacCallum Cancer Foundation and “We hope to raise another $20,000 for Peter MacCallum this year through online fundraising.” says Melanie Sayers, Marketing and Promotions Manager for the Mornington Chamber of Commerce. And with a Grill Master 6 Burner BBQ up for grabs as the fundraiser prize it’s a very realistic target. “Local schools are well represented in the Children’s divisions, and many people travel quite some distance to take part in the event” Melanie says. “Main Street cafes are busy too after the event with people enjoying breakfast with family and friends. It’s a great community event, supporting a great cause” For registration and further information visit www. morningtonbayrun.com.au or contact the Mornington Chamber of Commerce on (03) 5975 4522.
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DOLLDRUMS Fuelled by a wild imagination and a love of creepy things! Dolldrums dolls are a the newest creation from the imagination of artist Kylie Dexter, who lives in a big doll house in Mt Martha with her husband Rob and son Zen. The dolls are made using a technique called needle felting, which involves jabbing a sharp needle into wool thousands of times to achieve the desired effect. In Dolldrum’s case it is used to create some creepy and cute characters. Some of the more popular dolls involve doing caricatures of the customers then zombifying them, this is called ZombieYou. Kylie will also zombify your beloved pets! And then there are Dolldrum’s DooVoo dolls which are reverse Voodoo’s. “Dolldrums doesn’t like messing in bad Voodoo so get your pin cushions somewhere else!” comments Kylie. “My passion with dolls and puppets began 30 years ago when I first watched the movie ‘The Dark Crystal’ and shortly afterwards ‘The Never Ending Story’. I was a teenager at the time and until then I had never had any sort of fondness for dolls, but these movies were the beginning of my love of puppets. I adored how easily you could be brought into their world. I was intrigued by the darkness of the characters, mixed with the softness of the material they were made with, which led to the creation of Dolldrums dolls.” Each doll is made with love and has its own personality. The process of creating the dolls is done with care. Kylie WINTER
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Dolldrums dolls were the first Australian art dolls to be on display at the Dollirium Emporium in London, Canada ‘For the love of dolls’ exhibition. “It was a privilege for my work to be recognised and chosen at the largest doll gallery in the world. I’ve also been lucky enough to be a featured artist in the upcoming Art Doll Quarterly.” Kylie explains. Dolldrums Zombie dolls will be seen at the first ever Melbourne Zombie Convention to be held in October this year. “Although I appreciate my current international market, with dolls now living in homes from Germany to Alaska, I would love to have some more of my babies stay locally in Melbourne, especially on the Mornington Peninsula! I love the diversity of art and culture that you so easily find on the Peninsula, and I couldn’t think of a better place to bring these little souls to life.” says Kylie You can find Dolldrums dolls at www.dolldrums.com Or at www.facebook.com/dolldrumsdoll
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A worlD of BEAUTY FOR Jessica Martini Miss World is the longest running international beauty pageant in the world. Launching in 1951 the pageant aims to raise funds for various children’s charities across the globe.
Miss World Australia seeks to empower young woman to be a part of ‘Beauty with a Purpose’ encouraging them to become role models for other women and those in their wider community. Local Hastings resident Jessica Martini has made it into the State finals for the Miss World Australia Pageant. At twenty-five years of age, Jessica says she wanted to encourage others to get involved in raising money for charities, “My motivation to enter the pageant was to create a larger platform to work off in regards to my charity work. I have always been involved with volunteering and raising funds for charities and felt that by entering the Miss World pageant that I could inspire others to get involved with charity and also get more help by having the Miss World title.” Anyone can enter online and if they are accepted delegates are asked to create awareness and raise funds for Miss World’s chosen charity for that year. This year the charity is ‘The Lilla Community’ - an indigenous community in the Northern Territory. Jessica says delegates must then endeavour to raise funds for the charity and are judged, “The judges look at our abilities to self motivate, initiative, awareness and fundraising amount.” Jessica says since being accepted into the pageant last October she has been working hard to raise funds for the Lilla Community. Jessica organised and ran a charity fashion show in February at the Westernport Marina and says this was one of her favourite events. “I had local fashion boutiques such as Bella on Barkly in
Mornington, Smooch Fashion in Somerville and millinery by Annette Sanfillippo showcased their garments and accessories. It was so great to see people coming together to not only support me and my endeavours, but to also give to the Lilla Community.”
Have being accepted into the state finals Jessica will now meet with Miss World directors for an interview where they will discuss her personality, goals and ambitions and after this national finalists will be selected. These finalists will then participate in the final stage of pageant, with one girl being crowned Miss World Australia. The winners then fly to Thailand to represent Australia in the Miss World pageant. Jessica says it has been an incredible experience so far and encourages others to apply, “I have felt that just by being involved in this pageant that I have grown so much as a person, I encourage all girls to give it a go. My aspiration is to make it as a national finalist. I’m making the most of my Miss World journey, and if I don’t make it through, I’m so happy and content with what I’ve done and how far I’ve come, I’m so proud of my efforts and I have learned so much, it’s been a great experience all round.” A night for the Lilla Community Aim to raise $1,000 for the Lilla community and to get Jess to the national finals in July. Friday 21st June 8pm onwards Canadian Bay Hotel Drinks at bar prices/ canapes Dress code: elegant/ formal Raffles prizes and items for auction Tickets: $25 each can buy them on the night or in advance (all proceeds go directly to charity) See facebook page for more details (public event) Jessica’s Miss World Charity Event
Bound for Balcombe Ex Balcombe ‘apprentice’ soldier Ron Bridgman wrote in 2002 that his mother ‘had come out of the house and waved goodbye to the aeroplane in the night sky’, when he left Perth as a fifteen year old to enter the Balcombe Barracks way of life. Who knows what was going on in the heads of those young men when they came upon the training facility used during World War Two? Most of them were still wet behind the ears. Established in 1940, Balcombe Barracks in Mount Martha was also used for rest and recovery by the First Division United States Marine Corps after their involvement in the Battle of Guadalcanal (code named Operation Watch Tower by Allied forces) in 1943. Reveille sounded at 6am each morning. Apprentices were to jump out of bed with both feet on the floor. The day
had begun. Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor Councillor Lynn Bowden says; ‘The Military’s presence had a large impact on the local community during those times, and the resulting changes brought about by the presence of both the Australian and US forces’, (i.e. road and sewerage construction), ‘played an important role in the development of Mount Martha’. She goes on. ‘The army’s presence was not only confined to the Balcombe site. Wives of Australian servicemen were accommodated at the Grandview Guesthouse in Mount Martha, and Mount Martha House was occupied by service personnel. Maryport Guest House (formerly Melrose) and Camp Manyung in Mount Eliza were used as virtual hospitals for wounded marines’. The stories of Balcombe and the Australian
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Army Apprentices School, School of Signals, Survey and Music, as well as the role it had in the recuperation of the First Division United States Marine Corps, have been commemorated with the installation
of story boards and plaques at the former site of the barracks. ‘It’s important that the community read these stories and visualise what the barracks looked like, and to reflect on the broader role they played’, says Councillor Bowden. The signs and plaques were unveiled on Saturday May 4th and coincided with a reunion weekend for the Australian Army Apprentices School. The Balcombe Barracks Commemoration reunion weekend was open to all units and personnel that served at Balcombe Barracks including Apprentices, Signals, Survey, Music, US Marines, WRAAC and civilian staff. The community was invited to the unveiling of the signs at Balcombe Grammar School, 389 Nepean Highway Mount Martha, in an effort to reflect on those who have done so much for our local (and world-wide) community. by Liz Rogers fresh every season
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Your new shining star in Mornington. We are delighted to announce that construction of your new Mercedes-Benz dealership in Mornington is now underway. Our Mornington operation is still open for business and during the construction period will be operating from our temporary home located on the map below. Please stop in for a coffee to discuss your new vehicle requirements, for any servicing needs or simply to view the plans of your new Mercedes-Benz showroom. For all your Mercedes-Benz requirements visit your local dealer, the team at Barloworld.
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It’s you and me Wugubank is the developing partnership of independent primary school Penbank on the Mornington Peninsula and the Wugularr School at Beswick, an hour’s drive east of Katherine in the Northern Territory. The program began when a Penbank teacher went to work at Wugularr School and ended up staying for eighteen months. Throughout this time, several teachers (including the principal) visited and worked as volunteers in the Art and Library departments of the school. Penbank’s Paul Thompson explains. ‘Two to three teachers would travel to Wugularr School once a term’, says Paul. ‘Strong relationships developed between the teachers and students and both groups wanted to learn more about each other. The natural step was for the children from each school to meet’, he goes on. Nelson Mandela once said that education is the great engine to personal development. Through education, a daughter of a peasant can become a doctor’, or ‘the son of a mine worker can become head of a mine’. The
Wugubank partnership exemplifies this concept for it is through education, both within the classroom and out in the wider community where human beings can reach their full potential and connections can be made. Sixteen Wugularr students visited Penbank in August 2010 to begin this exciting adventure of understanding each other’s worlds and the journey just keeps going. The Wugubank partnership also supports the improvement of opportunities for Aboriginal people, as creating positive experiences in early childhood and primary years plays a major role in educating children for a successful life ahead. Visiting Katherine Gorge, Litchfield National Park and swimming in water holes – or the Melbourne Zoo are just the fun parts. Penbank student Maddie Marshall’s poem reveals the indelible mark that has been left on her after visiting Wugularr. I will never forget the blaze of the red sun in the morning, And the sound of the Boobook owl as I wake, Or the wallabies bouncing about the campsite. I will never forget it.
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The clear blue sky and the Aboriginals, who always wave with a smile, Or the frangipanis blossoming in the trees, And the crocodiles patrolling the waters. I will never forget the red dust covering the land, And the heat that burns your skin, Or the hand of an Aboriginal child in mine. I will never forget them.
The Wugularr kids who have changed my life forever. With the aim to developing long term relationships, the Wugubank connection broadens the horizons for all who participate now and well into the future. For more information contact Penbank School Moorooduc, phone 5978 8425 or visit www.penbank.vic.edu.au. by Liz Rogers
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Jewellery meets It’s refreshing to see local talent come to life through creative projects such as Alice Keep’s Keep Resin jewellery.
become so popular. The rings and bracelets on display come in a plethora of colours and designs, and while each is quite simple, it is just this fact that makes them so eyecatching. Each ring, bangle and necklace has been handcrafted with evident love and I meet Alice at her workshop at 16 Progress care. St Mornington, situated inside the quirky The product range is also looking to extend and welcoming café Commonfolk. It’s a past jewellery. “I’m beginning to experiment happy little studio, with current work in with simple home ware products now, that progress taking place, beautiful finished should be available soon”. pieces on display and packages wrapped Being able to meet Alice and chat with fondly, ready to deliver to expectant her about her resin work is all part of the customers. package. “I work here most days during the Whilst studying in 2012, Alice began creating the jewellery as a hobby, which she week and am always happy to chat with people about the product – it’s nice having and her sister took to local markets. “I’ve always had art in my life, so I suppose that’s the café here for great coffee too!” where this came from” Alice describes.
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When John McBride first visited the Peninsula, Mornington was little more than a sleepy seaside town. Growing up in Melbourne, a young John and his family would regularly make the south-eastern journey to enjoy relaxed, beachside holidays. John chuckles as he recalls a very different Mornington from the one we know today.
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“I’ve been fortunate enough to have done a lot of travel in my life and there are few places you can find that have the ambience of Mornington, the beautiful beaches, the facilities and its close proximity to Melbourne.” John shuttles back and forth between the city and Mornington for work.
“The reason Marshalls and Dent set up a legal office here was because we found In January this year John commemorated 50 years as a member of Mornington Yacht there was a need for quality legal advice Club, where he learnt to sail as a young boy. on the Peninsula, particularly in relation to family law, estate planning and land “Back then, they just had a tin shed on the development,” he said. pier,” he explains. Back when John was a lad, he recalls that “There was a chook shed where Mornington only had one solicitor. But, McDonald’s is now and the Bay Hotel used much like the town, the profession has to be a Coles supermarket. changed so dramatically that one solicitor can no longer cover all areas of the law and “The power in town was switched off at meet everybody’s needs. 11pm and you could fire a cannon down Main Street after 6pm because there was This is why Marshalls and Dent employs just no one around.” a team of about 25 lawyers of varying expertise, who are able to provide people It’s hard to imagine when you think of the with the assistance they need in relation to vibrant and popular hub Mornington has their specific legal issue. become. John has been practising law for over 35 years and is a successful family lawyer with Marshalls and Dent in Melbourne, but his passion for the Peninsula lives on.
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TV shows like Game of Thrones and Mad Men may be the leading lights in a new golden age of television but Australian drama is holding its own and punching above its weight, according to a man who has worked on some of our most successful movies and television shows.
Menzies says the achievement is significant considering the size difference between the Australian and American production budgets. Whereas Game of Thrones costs millions an hour to produce, The Doctor Blake Mysteries, which Menzies works on, costs a lot less.
The producers of Rake, Peter Duncan and Richard Roxburgh, both worked in feature films before turning their skills to television. Film actor Guy Pearce last year tried his hand at TV, starring in the two Jack Irish telemovies. Menzies says another key difference between now and the seventies is that people are watching their television on larger and higher quality screens, often surrounded by near-theatre quality speakers. “People are spending a lot of money on television, and lots of people watch it,” he said. “It should be fantastic. It shouldn’t be dumbed down. TV has lost its cringe factor and the artists are coming back to it.”
Bryce Menzies, partner and entertainment lawyer at Marshalls+Dent Lawyers, says American pay TV channels like HBO and AMC have shown the rest of the world how great television drama can be. But in a remarkable plot twist of our own, Australian drama has risen to the challenge and now the format rights to Aussie programs like Rake are being sold to America. The US version of SBS’s Wilfred became the highest ranking debut sitcom ever for FX Networks, and Chris Lilley’s Summer Heights High sold to HBO.
Looking forward, Menzies predicts the Australian industry will need to keep working hard. “It’s a constant battle here but when we get an opportunity I think the quality can survive.”
Clearly you need to keep coming up with fresh ideas so that Americans are mining our stuff” Menzies says. “It just goes to show that it’s not all about money,” Menzies says. “Sometimes it’s about quality. There is a relationship between money and quality – but not always.” Television has come a long way since the seventies, when movies attracted the biggest budgets and best artists. Now the flow of talent has reversed.
That means, as the television landscape continues to evolve, we’ll have more good drama to look forward to. “It’s absolutely a golden age of television,” Menzies says. “And Australians are taking part in it.”
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CONTEMPORARY, INNOVATIVE & UNIQUE DESIGN Zenibaker’s creative team Michael and Liza Baker are accomplished architects that relish in design.
Architects focuses on highly crafted architecture that embraces human, environmental and contextual concerns.
Husband and wife as well as business partners, Michael and Liza specialise in residential design and have developed a strong foothold in the industry. This is because they inject passion into every project, strive to achieve unique outcomes and get plenty of referrals from ‘very happy clients’, says Michael.
“Our design outcomes are only as good as our working relationship with clients, builders and consultants,” Michael says.
The pair has been working together since 2004, when they established Zenibaker Architects in Melbourne. This was a natural progression following their strong grounding and experience in leading, award-winning offices around the city. It was only in 2010 when they were trying to juggle the business, a young family and inner-city living that they, on a whim, decided to buy a property on the Mornington Peninsula. Needless to say, they haven’t looked back. Combining contemporary and innovative design, Zenibaker
“We are listeners and take time to understand each brief.” To date, Zenibaker has completed an array of projects ranging from renovations to new builds both in Melbourne and on the Peninsula. These projects demonstrate years of experience and each exudes its own unique character. “Most satisfying for us is being able to turn the mundane into something unique and extraordinary. So for this reason, renovations and extensions are something that we love to do,” Michael said. While some couples might find it challenging to work together, the Bakers say the balance of male and female energy that they each bring to their projects creates a
harmonious dynamic. “We both have our own focus areas within a given project,” Liza says. “While Michael and I are both trained in architecture, my focus is more the specifics of the interior, colour, textile and furniture. “I find myself online a lot these days researching, as it also ties in to one of my other great passions which is painting and illustrating.” Zenibaker Architects continues to add unique and inspiring projects to their portfolio. They are not limited in what they can do and take a fresh approach to every new project. In three years on the Peninsula, they have established themselves within the community and have enjoyed making new long-term friendships and connections. You can view the work by Zenibaker Architects at www.zenibaker.com.au
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A MasterChef IN OUR MIDST Michael Demagistris’ face and culinary skills are now known nation-wide, and as Mornington Life discovered, the head chef at Sorrento Golf Club and recent MasterChef semi-finalist has a lot in store for the Mornington Peninsula’s food scene.
and unlike the usual sandwiches you may expect for a golf club.” “I myself am constantly learning new skills including bread and cheese-making and even brewing my own beer” Michael says. “It’s all about doing as much on your own as possible, knowing where your produce is from and keeping things local”. Like many professional chefs today, Michael Demagistris’ love Michael’s recent participation in MasterChef: The for food came from an immersion in home-style cooking at an Professionals has earned him well-deserved attention. “It was early age. He recalls weekends of family get-togethers making so nerve-wracking, realising you are actually in the MasterChef tomato sauce and cured meats. “I was around food 24/7, and as kitchen” he describes, “knowing one little mistake will send you I got older I started to experiment and test with my own recipes” home – it’s all high pressure, high adrenaline”. he says. “Not all of my inventions were successful, but I enjoyed “It puts you out of your comfort zone but at the same time makes creating new flavours”. you realise your capabilities”. His apprenticeship introduced the young chef to the kinds Not only is Michael a top creator of excellent food, he also of styles that still resonate through his cooking today. While dabbles in new, innovative means of creating ingredients. completing a once in a lifetime apprenticeship with Jaques “Things like pressing my own honey and using liquid nitrogen to Reymond, Michael says his love for fine dining really emerged. make ice-cream – they’re just different from the norm and that’s “Jaques was a great mentor, working with him definitely made a what excites me,” he says. mark on my future work”. Michael’s passion for food and creativity is undeniable. “I love Today, Michael is proudly head chef at Sorrento Golf Club, learning and trying new things. I guess that’s my philosophy – fresh and has been working at the restaurant for over seven years. organic produce, preferably local and always inventing new ways Chatting to Michael it is undeniable his passion for not only his of cooking”. own work but for the region and the Club itself. “We have a “Having a top restaurant on the Mornington Peninsula that really small, hard-working team, and we pride ourselves at being multipushes the boundaries in innovation and sources, or even grows its skilled and continuing to learn new things everyday”. own produce, is my dream”. Richard Hartley, manager of Sorrento Golf Club, feels the With an infectious enthusiasm and pride in his cooking, keep a same way. “The team works closely. It’s always exciting to see lookout for Michael and his work in the not too distant future. what Michael is going to do, he keeps the Club menu interesting - Pip Rust
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LITTLE ARCHIES To celebrate the Archibald Prize Exhibition coming to the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, and the launch of the inaugural Mornington Winter Jazz Festival, Oakhill Gallery is holding the Little Archie’s Window Art Exhibition on Main Street Mornington in June 2013.
Controversial, contested and often cutting edge, the portraiture displayed in the annual Archibald Prize exhibition is always worth seeing. Not only does it represent the pinnacle of artistic standard in Australia, it characterizes the face of our contemporary collective culture. How fortunate then, that the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery was selected to host this exhibition in 2013 and 2014 as its sole Victorian venue.
Artists from the Mornington Peninsula and greater Melbourne have entered portraits into the Little Archie’s Portrait Competition, with 40 entries to be displayed in shop windows within the Mornington Town Centre, identified as the Main Street Mornington Precinct, throughout the month of June 2013. Many artists have chosen local identities, celebrities, politicians and even business traders from the Main Street Precinct to be their subjects, and portraits range from watercolours, oils and charcoal, and are also available for purchase. Self-Guided Walking Tours of the Exhibition are available in the Mornington Winter Jazz Festival Printed Program, and brochures are also available at the two Information Centres in Mornington, at local businesses within the Main Street Precinct, and are also available at the Mornington Chamber of Commerce Office located at 103A Main Street Mornington (above the newsagency). Guided walking tours will be held over the Queen’s Birthday weekend on Sunday 9th June 2013 at 10.30am and 1.30pm meeting at The Grand Hotel – visit www.morningtonjazz.com.au or www.mainstreetmornington.com.au for more details!
Considered one of the most prestigious acquisitive art prizes in Australia, the Archibald Prize has been on display for over nine decades bringing widespread recognition to both artists and sitters alike. Archibald Prize entrants are asked to create a portrait painting portraying a man or woman ‘distinguished’ in arts, letters, science or politics. While open to entrants from across Australasia, most entries are still predominantly of and by Australians. Some familiar faces emerge in the subjects of this year’s finalists, such as, painters Ken Done, Jasper Knight and the late Adam Cullen, as well as a number of actors, e.g. Toni Collette, Naomi Watts, Asher Keddie and Hugo Weaving.
Also noteworthy are a several innovative and intriguing self-portraits. This years’ Packing Room Prize went to Matthew Lynn for his portrait of author and former model, Tara Moss. Top prize this year was awarded to Del Kathryn Barton for her spectacular portrait of actor Hugo Weaving. A two-time Archibald Prize winner, Barton is now one of Australia’s most iconic and recognizable figurative painters. Her distinctive style won over the judges and the viewing public alike. She also won the Archibald Prize in 2008 for an amazing family portrait with her two children celebrating motherhood. It would be a mistake not to see this incredible exhibition when it’s right in our own back yard. To see the winning work of Del Kathryn Barton, Matthew Lynn and this year’s Archibald Prize finalists, visit the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery between June 8 and July 7. It’s open Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 5pm. Book tickets on 5975 4395 or visit http://mprg. mornpen.vic.giv.au. ANDREA LOUISE THOMAS, Arts Editor, Pearl Magazine
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At Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery An Art Gallery of NSW exhibition toured by Museums and Galleries NSW
Civic Reserve, Dunns Road Mornington VIC 3931 Open Tuesday–Sunday 10am–5pm Phone: 03 5975 4395 http://mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au
Del Kathryn Barton, hugo, 2013 Archibald Prize Winner. Image courtesy of Art Gallery of NSW
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Primrose Fair is the first designer market on the Mornington Peninsula and Mornington Life Magazine sat down to talk to Lara Tweedie and Marlee Horobin, the local business owners behind this new and exciting concept for Mt Eliza. “As small business owners, we understand the incredible amount of hard work it takes to launch a new brand” says Lara Tweedie, owner of local designer pet brand Kelly & Sam. “The concept of Primrose Fair was born from our desire to provide a launch pad for small business. We wanted to create a unique and beautiful event to showcase new and talented designers who may be crafting their products individually or manufacturing on a small scale. There are a number of lovely craft markets around Melbourne, but we felt there was scope to expand on this concept and give budding entrepreneurs the opportunity to present their products direct to consumers. We also wanted the opportunity to support other women in business and this is actually unbelievably important to us”. “We definitely had a vision for the event right from the beginning” says Marlee Horobin, designer and owner of Marlee May Handbags. “Securing the right venue was always going to be the key to creating a beautiful ambience for designers and shoppers alike. Needless to say, we were delighted when Toorak College offered us the use of The Cloisters”.
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“We will personally hand pick the most talented designers of fashion, children’s wear, jewellery and home wares to create a beautiful and eclectic selection for shoppers” says Marlee. “We are also budding event stylists, so visitors to the first Primrose Fair can expect a really gorgeous and special event”. The very first Primrose Fair will take place at The Cloisters, Toorak College, Mt Eliza on 5th October 2013 between 10am and 4pm. Stall holder applications are now open. Visit www.primrosefair.com.au for more details.
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2013 Wynne finalist exhibition
Belynda Henry Thought to Wall
Belynda, launches her exhibition at Manyung at Mt Eliza on Friday 7th June. She has been an exhibiting artist for almost 20 years and has numerous additional awards and credits to her name. Visitors to the Archibald exhibition at Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery during June may also like to view Belynda’s work at Manyung at Mt Eliza. Creative thoughts
Other artists on exhibition in June include Yolande Barker, Natasha Barnes, Wendy Arnold and Kerry Smith. Join many of the artists on Opening Night, enjoy their stories and company over a glass of wine, whilst being entertained by live music. The Exhibition concludes Sunday 30th June.
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Staring off into the distance Manyung Gallery’s Artist in Residence Terrence Hadler’s work urges you to travel as far as the mind’s eye will go, and then just a little bit more. Hadler fancies space. Expanse fits him like a glove. Watching the weather rage over the bay, the Wimmera River swell or wedge tailed eagles fly over the Mulga is what he likes to do. His often large oil paintings are endless, sparse, yet packed with what it means to be tied to the land. He is a Mallee boy living by the sea. ‘I’ve been on the peninsula for around thirty years’, says Terrence. ‘I paint six to seven months a year and then travel the rest. The next trip is to the Phoenix Desert in Arizona and New Mexico’ - he’s been invited to be part of a world-wide exhibition of artists who paint the desert. ‘They’ve got big sky over there. Lots of clouds…’ Terrence John Hadler works hard. You can’t be a part time artist. Originally a lawyer before a life changing visit to Georges decades ago where he bumped into buyer Noel Lucas on the shop floor - who looked at his paintings strapped to the top of his then one year old son’s pram and loved them, he still paints for hours a day. He doesn’t believe in artists being told what to paint (or draw) either. ‘I had a great mentor in Richard Gasson’ (the well-known Menzies Creek artist) says Hadler who mentors artists himself, two of which are currently at the College of the Arts. Streeton, Condor and Jane Sutherland are big influences in his work, alongside Fred Williams and the Arthur Boyd landscapes. ‘Good painting isn’t enough though’, he continues. This is where the eclectic Manyung Gallery steps in. ‘I’ve been Artist in Residence at
- by Liz Rogers Manyung for fourteen years’, says Terrence. He has two shows per year but his work is continually on view and he teaches onsite. ‘Manyung Gallery is prepared to take a chance with emerging artists who are not widely accepted. They believe in what you do’. Plus they show their artists throughout Australia and overseas; Hadler has just been to Hong Kong. ‘Loyalty works both ways’; he continues ‘You’ve got to be loyal. Most people are prepared to drop you without any notice’. Not Hadler, he’s no fair weather friend. Next year Terrence will put down his brushes and explore sculpture. Manyung will be part of this adventure. He wants to create a huge piece for the Gallery’s courtyard (about 30’ high) and tackle another one representing the convergence of the Murray and Darling Rivers. Sculptor Nicole Allen will be his mentor. I ask him what he would do if he could no longer paint. ‘I’d write poetry’, says Terrence. Henry Lawson is his favourite. ‘Life is a dream, they tell us, but life seems very real’, writes Lawson in A Song from Brave Men. Hadler’s mind opening work is brave and dreamlike, yet a very real song for the Australian landscape with everlasting lyrics. Terrence John Hadler Artist in Residence at Manyung Gallery Anyone interested in impressionist and abstract art lessons contact Terrence on 0404 699 033 Manyung Gallery Group Mount Eliza, Malvern, Sorrento and Mobile Gallery Head Office: 1408 Nepean Highway Mount Eliza Ph. 9787 2953 www.manyunggallery.com.au fresh every season mornington life
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To start off, June’s group exhibition will feature, 2013 Wynne Prize winner, Belynda Henry. The Wynne Prize is awarded annually for the best landscape painting of an Australian scene in oil or watercolour (or for the best figure sculpture by an Australian artist). Henry’s abstract landscape The Trees won the prestigious prize at The Art Gallery of New South Wales in March. Now she’s here to exhibit her Following this exhibition is an innovative new event called Art Buy Sell. Hosted at Manyung, this registered independent business will give art patrons the opportunity to resell artworks from their own collections. (Artwork by artists currently represented by Manyung cannot be sold at this event). Artistic merit, appropriate documentation and provenance are prerequisite to sale. Interested parties should contact David WemyssSmith at the gallery. Part with a masterpiece or discover a hidden treasure at Art Buy Sell from June 20 to June 30. July’s annual landscape exhibition will feature established Manyung regular artists while adding new talent to the fold, such as, McCrae artist, Drew Gregory, whose Drover’s Hut won the 2012 Tattersalls Club Landscape Prize. Each artist adds distinctive style and unique gifts to this show. Their landscapes will be on display until July 28. Also new to Manyung this year are inspiring art classes taught by a variety of accomplished artists demonstrating a wide variety of mediums from drawing and painting to sculpture, printmaking, WINTER
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Personalizing the art experience and connecting clients with art and artists is part of the ethos of the gallery. With this in mind, Manyung Gallery offers in-home art consultancy bringing their mobile gallery to clients homes to see which art will be suitable in situ. They also host a number of events giving clients and artists a chance to get to know one another. For something a bit different, on Friday, June 7, Mt. Eliza artist Kerry Smith and Manyung Gallery will celebrate queens of all descriptions, and meet gay icon, Priscilla Posely. Feel free to frock up on the nigh. See Kerry’s recent work below, Priscilla Queen of Fountain Gate. There is always something new and exciting happening at Manyung Gallery.
Mona Lisa courtesy of Le Louvre, Paris
Wood burning fireplaces warming the gallery are always a welcome in winter at Manyung Gallery, Mt. Eliza. Monthly opening nights feature complimentary fine wine amidst the mingling of art lovers. High quality contemporary art is a constant, but many new happenings will be unveiled at Manyung this winter.
• Wishing to downsize an Art collection? • Keen to turn paintings or sculpture into cash?
• Hoping to finance new artwork acquisitions? Art Buy Sell in association with the Manyung Gallery Group will be running an “invitation only” sales event comprised of carefully vetted privately owned artworks. We encourage all interested parties to submit their artworks for consideration.
Visit Manyung Gallery at 1408 Nepean Highway, Mt. Eliza, Wednesday to Friday from 10 am to 5pm or weekends from 9 am to 5 pm. For further information, contact the gallery on 9787 2953 or visit www.manyunggallery.com.au. Andrea Louise Thomas, Arts Editor, Pearl Magazine
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FARMS’n FEASTS 4 FOODIES Mornington Peninsula Shire Economic Development Officers, Donna Thompson and Gillian Stewart have the betterment of local businesses in mind.
just thought that we should be advocates for our local food economy. So I asked around, if anyone would like some locally grown apples, delivered every week,” said Gillian. Liaising with Delgrosso apples and other regional farmers, for the shire office fruit supply, also served to help Gillian form Gillian, a horticultural expert and passionate, friendships with these regional suppliers. “We albeit pragmatic idealist, perfectly partners have built a lot of good will, so when I called the Donna’s administrative artistry. Together they farms and asked if we could rock up, everyone recently arranged for a bus load of chefs from as far afield as Werribee, Crown Casino said ‘Not a problem.’” and Melbourne’s eastern suburbs to join in a While the duo organised the farm tour, lunch guided tour of a dozen peninsula farms and at T’Gallant Winery and dinner at Flinders primary producers. Hotel. In partnership, Melbourne-based chef’s alliance Shared Tables drew together the keen Around a third of the peninsula’s available and curious bus-load of chefs for the regional land mass is linked to agricultural production, providing more than 5,000 jobs and generating tour. $450 million annually in gross production. Creating the links between the producers and the cooks also aids farmers to sell directly. The foodie’s visit included stopovers at Following the day’s activities Donna set about Delgrosso Apple Orchard in Red Hill, sending all the visiting foodies the farmer’s Peninsula Fresh Organics in Baxter, Peninsula direct contact information, while Gillian Avocados in Main Ridge and Hawkes potato prepared local producers for the launch of a and vegie farm in Boneo. The group also ‘Food Trust Mark’ specific to the peninsula. learnt about our beef, olives, wine and Sunnyridge strawberries. “We are aiming to improve the development of resilient (agricultural) systems on the edge of the All the while, each primary producer was city; we want to preserve, protect and enhance presented to the Melbourne foodies as a them,” said Gillian to the group, during viable supplier of popular staple produce. the stop-over at Peninsula Fresh Organics “There ain’t no duds in the Boneo spuds,” heirloom vegetable farm in Baxter. Gillian quipped to the culinary collective. The idea developed with the germination of a Following this successful venture, more plans and ideas are in the pipeline within the Shire’s good concept into a practical process. Business Development team. “There’s always biscuits at work and that got Grattan Anderson us thinking about adding healthier options such as fruit, to be available in the tea room. Then I
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MORNINGTON BUSINESS SUITES – OFFICES WITH NO COMPLICATIONS Mornington Business Suites are a set of brand new, high quality offices tucked away in a quiet complex off Yuilles Road, about 2 minutes drive from Mornington’s Main St. “Overheads such as power, parking and other set-up costs can be a real challenge for businesses, especially startups and smaller operations”, says owner Bindy Lockhart. “The idea behind this new development is to provide a safe and easy place for businesses to operate, with as few complications as possible. That’s why power and other overheads are included in the rental price – so businesses know what to expect, and can budget accordingly.” “With the advent of more flexible work arrangements such as flex-time, working from home or another location, some city businesspeople are looking for a second affordable office close to their holiday houses on the Mornington Peninsula. Others are setting up regional hubs to service the local area. Our business model gives them the power to realise such ambitions with no added complications. They can concentrate on growing their business and we provide them with the perfect environment in which to do it. What you see is what you get.” There are ten offices of a similar size (about 16 square metres), all with their own split system AC / heating unit, six power points and three telephone lines. They share a spacious boardroom, modern kitchenette, toilets and even a shower room. The offices are tastefully decorated with a nautical theme in keeping with the area. “We wanted to make sure there was plenty of natural light and that the offices provided a really pleasant, safe place to work. Somewhere you can invite potential and current clients to and know they will be impressed”, says Bindy. “As the marketplace changes you must change with it and we believe we are offering a really attractive product. Feedback has been very positive and the offices are starting to fill up. It’s great to see our clients enjoying their workplace and growing their businesses with as less stress as possible.” Offices start from $150 per week including power and outgoings, with a minimum of a one-year lease. For more information contact Bindy Lockhart 0405 348438 or email sales@morningtonbusinesssuites.com
Grand Opening of the Community Clubhouse, at Beleura Village Mornington. A centrepiece for the village, this 1500 sqm building houses lounge, dining, club bar and restaurant. It also includes recreation facilities such as indoor swimming pool, spa and a day spa with massage therapy and the like. There are also billiards and darts for the guys!
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CLUB HOUSE OPENED BY AMBASSADOR FOR AGEING Retirement Communities Australia welcomed over 500 residents and guests to a morning tea function celebrating the opening of the Community Clubhouse at Beleura Village Mornington recently. Officially opened by Australia’s Ambassador for Aging, actress, author and community champion Noeline Brown, the Clubhouse is the social and recreational centrepiece for the village, which will comprise 185 two bedroom villas when completed. The luxurious 1500sqm community centre houses a club lounge, dining room, cafe, club bar, arts and craft room, billiards and darts room. A commercial kitchen which sits alongside a resident’s kitchenette was christened as guests were provided with a Devonshire tea at the opening. For those who enjoy health and wellness activities, the large indoor pool and spa and fully equipped gymnasium is ready to host a range of programs including strength training and water aerobics classes. The clubhouse is also home to consulting rooms for doctors, massage therapists and podiatrist, as well a Day Spa for pampering. Outside, a championship four rink bowls green enables the village to have its own pennant team. Noeline Brown was appointed as Australia’s first Ambassador for Ageing in 2008 and is now in her second term. As one of Australia’s best loved actors, Ms Brown has had a long and successful career in radio, television, film and theatre. A Logie winner, she has appeared in many memorable programs including The Mavis Bramston Show, Blankety Blanks and The Naked Vicar Show. In 2006 Ms Brown appeared in the film Razzle Dazzle’ and the TV series Dancing with the Stars. Ms Brown has maintained an interest in social, political and community issues throughout her career. On the community front, Ms Brown has worked tirelessly for arts organisations and institutions including the Actors Benevolent Fund.
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In her speech at the opening, Ms Brown praised senior Australians for the contributions they continue to make as volunteers and role-models in the community. ”Valuable qualities for we aging Australians are resilience and empathy. Staying fit and connected to others is important and this centre will help the residents of Beleura Village Mornington to do that.” said Ms Brown.
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GROuP ONEBlue FRENCH STAR MUTUAL Dive the TRUST ARRIVES IN MORNINGTON
As a young boy, I use to walk along Mornington Pier and be intrigued by the bubbles coming up Mutual Trust(GB) was initially trained by Andre Fabre and his Sam Pritchard-Gordon’s Mornington stable is buzzing as from wondered is itaddition that divers rise to the elite level was meteoric. He won first time out at his teamthe hasdepths. receivedIanother boostwhat with the of must Group be seeing Chantilly and doubled up at Saint-Cloud before climbing to a French Onedown winnerthere. Mutual Trust.
Group Three victory in the Prix Paul De Moussac (1600m). After many years ofatbeing involved in local and top Mutual Trust was bred Juddmonte Farm wherefootball PritchardGordon’s family hasI decided a long and successful association with Prince level basketball, it was time to do something for A coveted Group One was next on the agenda and Mutual Khalid owner to of European Superstar me. I Abdullah, always wanted dive but never had‘Frankel’. the timeSam’s due to Trust did it in style defeating Coolmore colt Zoffany in the father Grant is commitments. a former racing Imanager my sporting decidedfor theJuddmonte best way Farms. to do it Prix Jean Prat just two months after his debut. A fortnight was to head to Cairns and do a 5 days live-aboard course beforehand, Zoffany had finished a three-quarter length second Swettenham Stud owner Adam Sangster and Pritchard-Gordon to Juddmonte superstar Frankel in the G1 St James’s Palace withcombined Prodive Cairns. I hadMutual seen the showingHethe have to purchase Trustbrochures from Juddmonte. Stakes at Royal Ascot. arrives here in like earlya December as a IGroup One last reef looking millpond and thought thiswinner is for of me. Grant Pritchard Gordon said “I saw Mutual Trust working at the year’s Prix Jean Prat (1600m) at Chantilly in France. After two days of classroom and pool sessions it was time Juddmonte training track and there’s a lot of Danehill about him Sometimes youand seetemperament,” a fish which Grant you may again. to head out to the reef. As we sat in Trinity Inlet feasting both in substance said.never “He’s see a very on a buffet breakfast I thought how good is this until we strong individual and I sincerely believe it is a worthwhile gamble Seven years ago found a fluorescent green Sharp Nose headed out to the open ocean and I received my first taking him to at Australia.” Weedfish Portsea and to this day I don’t know of
reality check as to what diving can be like. Don’t always anybody ever seeingbelieves that color again. Sam Pritchard-Gordon the additional use of swimming believe what you see in the brochures as I encountered 2.5 at Balnarring Beach combined with a more European style of Having dived all over Australia, people always ask what is metre swells and 25 knot winds. developing a significant base-level of fitness has its advantages the best experience you’ve encountered during that time, when getting imports to rise to the top. Arriving back in Melbourne I couldn’t wait to get all my and for pure adrenalin rush it would have to be touching new gear and find out what Melbourne diving is all about. Pritchard-Gordon finished the 2011-12 season with the best a 4.5m Great White Shark at Neptune Islands in South winning strikeMost rate (31%) trainers Victoria. Toplifetime of the That was 13 years ago and I have never regretted it for Australia. peopleamong will never seein one in their is his imported galloper Buxted who won the Listed JRA one minute. Yes the water is colder and the sea conditions dial but to actually touch one is the ultimate. can be quite variable but would I prefer to dive the reef or Trophy at Moonee Valley last month. Best interstate dive locations would be Julian Rocks in down here? I would take down here any day. “I’m keen to start the ball rolling with Mutual Trust and the timing is Byron Bayautumn or Fishpreparation,” Rock CaveSam at South West Lots for an said. “He hasRocks. high-cruising Every dive that you do on the Peninsula you will always see ideal of Grey Nurse Kingfish, Jewfish, Cobia, Snapper, speed coupled withSharks, an endurance capacity to withstand a long something that you’ve never seen before. It might be a new Turtles and Wobbygong sharks. sustained run that is so typical of French racing. fish species, differing water conditions or an animals’ unique Best local dive location Rip. Ninety metres at “Those characteristics define isthethe best 2000m horses in Australia. behaviour. its deepest theforRip is like a massive There are a fewpoint, options Mutual Trust including underwater a traditional Behaviour is an aspect of diving regularly overlooked. An weight-for-age route to the fish Australian (2000m) via theWith C F Orr canyon which attracts of all Cup shapes and sizes. the example of this are seahorses who always stay on the Stakes (1400m) or Futurity (1600m). current running at up toStakes 5 knots it’s a magical underwater opposite side of pylons to where the current is, Eastern experience.a Diving is one of lifeswould greathave pleasures and if it’s “Alternatively, softly-softly approach him heading Stargazers who hide in the sand but give up their location towards on your list it’s time to take the plunge. Youbefore won’t thebucket Queen Elizabeth Stakes (2000m) at Randwick by the grey sand surrounding them and Angel Sharks regret it!!! targeting the Doomben Cup (2000m). whose eyes light up fluorescent green in color at night. If Ifyou wouldinterested like more in information about Samabout Pritchard you’re more information diving on All this knowledge is gathered over hundreds of hours Gordon racing, go to their website the Mornington Peninsula logon attowww.pgracing.com.au www.peninsuladive. watching and observing these behaviours and sharing com.au - Scott Grimster ( 12 The peninsula’s funky SQUARE magazine www.morningtonlife.com.auinformation with other underwater photographers. fresh every season mornington life
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TRAINER SPOTLIGHT MARK RILEY, RILEY RACING STABLES, MORNINGTON Bred to be a thoroughbred horse trainer, Mark Riley has been training for 24 years and comes from five generations of horse trainers. Mark was never short of mentors throughout his riding career and beyond. Mark retired from race riding in 1989 and he took out his trainer’s license immediately establishing stables at Caulfield where he stayed for 11 years before moving to the Mornington Peninsula. He has taken advantage of the state of the art facilities, exceptional country style environment to train from with close access to Balnarring and Dromana beaches for quality beach work. Mark won the Oakleigh Plate as a 16 year old jockey in 1980 on Mistress Anne and trained Mookta to win the 1994 Oakleigh Plate. He is the only person to have ridden and trained the Oakleigh Plate winner. Mark is renowned for his attention to
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detail and his committed team of staff and specialists, together with the support of his wife and daughters has a growing list of success and highlights in his career to date, including; Oakleigh Plate and Newmarket Handicap with Mookta, and more recently Gold Salute (WInter Championship), Gold in Dubai (2011 Ipswich Cup) Innocent Gamble (Blue Diamond preview), Jolie Blonde (Listed Hareeba Stakes). Mark Riley told anyone who would listen that Jolie Blonde would win a decent race, but few, especially bookmakers expected it to be the Hareeba Stakes at Mornington. Bookmakers were hit hard as Jolie Blonde, owned by Gerry Harvey, was backed from $20 to $10 in the Listed Race.
to the local beaches, a water walker across the road are all major advantages in running Well ridden by Daniel Stackhouse, Jolie his business. His facilities include 32 boxes, Blonde swept past her better credentialled day yards, direct access to Mornington rivals to post a comfortable win in the Racecourse, in house veterinary work $120,000 race. allowing costs to be kept to a minimum and a walking machine. He also utilizes local Mark’s training facilities are located at the back of Mornington Racecourse with direct agistment properties to maintain a watchful access to the course - a rural setting the key eye over the horses when they are not in the stable. to having calm and relaxed horses. Access
Mark has attended all the major racehorse sales this year and has purchased some very well bred yearlings by Starcraft, Written Tycoon, Stratum, Any Given Saturday and Magnus just to name a few – so it won’t be long before the next good horse steps out of Riley Racing Stables at Mornington. For more information about Mark Riley’s racing stables logon to www. markrileyracing.com.au
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A GUIDE TO YEAR END TAX PLANNING Business Income and Expenses Some of the following are standard end of year tax strategies for small business owners however there are a couple of suggestions which will need to actioned before year’s end as the opportunity window will disappear forever due to changes to the rules. Planning ahead addressing many of the issues highlighted in this article can assist in minimising your tax liability. The most successful tax planning is, however, conducted throughout the year and takes into account changes in business structure, transactions, cash flows and budgets to avoid any unexpected surprises at the end of the financial year. 1. Instant asset write-off If you are considering purchasing a new asset, do so before 30 June to maximise your deductions in this financial year. Depreciation can be claimed for assets first used, or installed ready for use, before 30 June. • For the 2012/13 year, small businesses are able to claim an immediate write off for any new asset that costs $6,500 or less. • For new or used motor vehicles purchased in the 2012/13 financial year, small businesses can also deduct the first $5,000 of the cost. The remaining value of the vehicle will be depreciated normally When financing a new asset purchase ask for advice from your accountant. Leases, chattel mortgages and hire purchase agreements are all different, and have different tax and GST treatments. The type of finance will depend on the asset being financed. Your accountant will need to see the finance documentation when preparing your tax return to ensure that the correct deductions are claimed.
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2. Review your Inventory – Write off Obsolete stock or Capital items If you have slow moving stock which is unlikely to sell, then the best option is to physically write it off prior to the 30th June to obtain a tax deduction. For the remaining stock on hand you have the choice of valuing it at actual cost, replacement cost or market selling price. The closing value of trading stock effectively forms part of assessable income, so a lower value will result in a deferral of income and therefore tax. Similarly, review your capital assets that can no longer be used or no longer exist. You can claim a tax deduction for the written down value of any obsolete assets that are actually written off in the fixed asset register on or before 30th June. 3. Review your trade debtors – Write off any bad debts Do you have any bad debts? If you account on an accrual basis, you will already have paid tax on this income therefore it makes sense to review your debtors and write off any amounts that are not recoverable. Bad debts must be written off in your accounts before 30 June. 4. Pay your June quarter superannuation by 30 June. The cut-off date for June quarter super guarantee contributions is 28th July. However you can’t claim a tax deduction until the super contributions are actually paid. To benefit from a tax deduction this year make sure you pay your June quarter contributions a few days prior to 30 June. 5. Prepay expenses Small businesses (turnover less than $2 million) can claim expenses prepaid up to 12 months in advance – for larger businesses, this is generally limited to expenses below $1,000. If cash flow allows consider prepaying some expenses. 6. When paying off debt – pay off non-tax deductible debt first and don’t mix investment and personal debt. If you own an investment property and you deposit your wages into your investment loan and redraw the same amount the next day, you have just decreased the tax-deductible percentage of your loan. Don’t mix personal and tax-deductible debt! If you are considering renting your home in the future, consider the use of a mortgage offset account and interest only loan. This way you can minimise the interest, but can still get a tax deduction for 100% of the interest on the original amount borrowed if you later decide to rent out your current home and buy a new one.
9. Tax return preparation • Do you know what’s in your shareholder’s loan account? All payments made, loans advanced or debts forgiven from your company to shareholders or their associates throughout the financial year should be reviewed prior to year end as they could trigger the operation of Division 7A. If Division 7A loans exist, you should ensure that any minimum repayments have been made prior to 30 June. • Do you know what transactions have resulted in a GST adjustment and can you reconcile your balance sheet GST figures? • Ensure that you have complied with the substantiation and timing requirements to claim deduction in 2012/13 10. Have you considered which GST method is best for you? • If your clients pay you upfront, or if you are a property developer and your clients don’t pay until the end of the job you should be on an “accruals” basis for GST. • If you always pay your debts on time, but your clients are late in paying you, you should be registered on a “cash” basis for GST. (Note: if this is the case, you might also want to review your debtor’s terms). 11. Get organised for 2014 – have you considered cloud accounting? Cloud-based accounting programs offer several advantages for small business owners. Not only can your bookkeeper and other financial staff access data as needed, from anywhere, with a secure connection, there are many efficiencies and benefits to be obtained by having realtime financial information to manage your business. 12. Have you been working overseas or moved to Australia? Contact us for advice if you have moved to or from Australia for an extended period. You may need to review your residency status for tax purposes. There are important tax consequences if you change residency. Removal of Capital Gains Discount for Non-Residents: The government will remove eligibility for the 50% discount on capital gains earned after 8 May 2012 by non-resident individuals and trusts on taxable Australian property, such as real estate and mining assets. You can preserve the discount for unrealised capital gains accrued up to 8 May 2012, if you have the asset valued as at that time
7. Claim a tax deduction for $300 gift cards and alcohol If you like to take your employees or clients out to dinner, or give them movie tickets, the ATO considers this to be “entertainment” and it is not tax deductible, nor can you claim GST, regardless of who it’s for or the monetary amount. (sorry!) Give a gift instead – gifts are deductible as long as the gift is given by the business with the expectation that the business will benefit (i.e., the gift is given with the expectation of generating revenue). Gifts to employees and directors are also tax-free as long as they are provided infrequently and are less than $300 each.
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Peninsula Grange gets into the swing of things Peninsula Grange, an Australian Unity retirement community, is proud to announce their major sponsorship of the 2013 Mornington Winter Jazz Festival. To celebrate the festival, Peninsula Grange will be hosting a free community event, The Peninsula Grange Jazz Day on Sunday 9 June, 2013 from 11am – 2pm. Ford’s Jazz Line and The Jazz Navy Band will headline the event with swing dancing throughout the performances. There will also be a community sausage sizzle for you to grab a bite to eat. Marie Crossland, Acting Village Manager for Peninsula Grange said “We are so excited to be able to support the local Mornington area and its local artists through this fantastic event.” There are a number of free events hosted at Peninsula Grange including a monthly open homes event every second Thursday from 2pm – 3.30pm. Visitors can enjoy morning tea, look inside available villas, and talk to the residents and staff. Later on in the year, the community will be host to performances by Bell Shakespeare and the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra. To register your attendance to the Peninsula Grange Jazz Day or any other
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Peninsula Grange events please contact Natalie on free call 1800 026 388. Peninsula Grange Located in the heart of Mornington, Peninsula Grange is currently home to 55 stylish and spaciously designed independent living villas and in 2014 will welcome an onsite aged care facility. The newly completed community centre is state of the art and is the perfect space for residents to relax, refresh or celebrate. Residents can enjoy billiards in the games room, exercise in the gymnasium, hair and beauty treatments in the therapy room, movie nights in the multimedia room, or a drink among friends at the fully equipped bar. The large deck off the community centre is a great place to catch up with friends and neighbours whilst overlooking the tranquil wetlands. With one third of the community dedicated to open space, walking paths provide opportunities to enjoy manicured gardens, parks and native flora. The sales office and display villas are open daily from 10am – 4pm. Prices start from $365,000. Peninsula Grange, 431 Racecourse Drive, Mornington, 03 5975 5267
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There is nothing like participating in an event that creates change.
I am sitting in the Chairman’s marquee at Mornington Racecourse around a stylishly laid table, each with a floral centrepiece donated by Tyabb Wholesale Roses, with people who do things for others. On my left, the children’s charity Variety CEO Cary Pedicini and event organiser Michael Kelly who are warm, intelligent and love to have a laugh; on my right, the founders and directors of Hastings’ Abacus Learning Centre (dedicated to helping children with autism spectrum disorder reach their full potential) Lauren and Michael Moore. Today’s event is about supporting these trailblazing, not for profit groups and their tireless efforts in ensuring those in our community who need a helping hand, get it. Mark and Lisa Riley from Riley Racing Stables in conjunction with John Mackie from Mornington Car and Tyre Service are holding this shin dig with all its welldressed patrons and racing day aplomb. Lauren Moore talks. ‘John and Mark visited Abacus to ask us what we needed to help our students. The funds raised today will go to some children who need extra hours of therapy. Each time I look around the room at these people’ – all of whom are at the ready to dig deep for the raffle, silent auction, business card draw and live auction – ‘I feel very emotional. It’s going to make such a difference to these children’s lives’. Lauren continues. ‘Abacus was formed in 2008 by a small group of parents and supporters who realised there was a gap in early intervention services on the Mornington Peninsula. We offer an intensive program of one on one centre based ABA therapy. This kind of financial aid is huge’. Variety knows that children growing up with disadvantage, disability or a serious illness can’t (and shouldn’t) go it alone. It appears that many within the peninsula community recognise this too – entry price to this
event is $155 per head. Enter CEO of Variety Cary Pedicini. ‘Variety is described as the ‘Heart of show business’. It was formed in 1928 in Pittsburgh by a group of performers. One night while meeting to play cards at the Variety Club, they heard crying from outside and upon investigation found an abandoned baby with a note pinned to her chest saying; please take care of my baby – her name is Catherine. The group took her in and began raising funds for things she needed’. It is with this charity of heart that Variety makes such a difference. The Variety Future Kids Program gives the gift of education and achievement, the Freedom Program focuses on independence and self-esteem and the Caring for Kids program offers support to children’s intensive care units, emergency transport and remote diagnosis. It takes many people to ensure a gala runs smoothly and achieves great outcomes. The Children’s Charity Race Day has done just that – approximately $28,000 was raised – which is impressive as it’s the first time Riley Racing Stables has ever done anything like it. Much thanks goes out to Harba Oyster Bar and Grill, Mornington Mazda, The Counting House, Mornington Race Club, Café Grazen, Mornington Golf Club, European Auto Car Refinishes, Browns Sawdust and Shavings, Mornington Car and Tyre Service and, of course, Mark Riley Racing Stables, plus all the other local businesses who supported the day. After seven races thundering past the marquee, raffles being won and best dressed being noted (congratulations to Kahtlin Morris and Alan Watson), one thing is crystal clear; taking the time to care makes all the difference in the world, to someone. Variety, The Children’s Charity www.variety.org.au/vic Ph: 8698 3931 Abacus Learning Centre ph: 5979 8891 www.abacuslearning.org.au fresh every season
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Charity Begins with Aimee Get your diaries, smart phones and white boards out to mark in the 10th of August with a big asterix! The third annual Orphans of Ghana Charity Ball is coming to the Gunnamatta Room at the Mornington Racecourse and what better way to make you feel warm inside than to dig deep for such a deserving charity. Local business owners of Wise Choice Fine Foods Tony Carter and Gary and David Morgan have been working hard with the support of Rotary Clubs Frankston Long Island and Sunrise ever since Tony’s daughter Aimee left for Ghana to volunteer in an orphanage in 2005. Cheryl Carter explains. ‘Aimee spent nearly a year in the Ashan Children’s Home in Ghana after selling her local hairdressing salon and car to raise funds. The conditions were appalling; no running water and wells miles away, soaring temperatures, malaria and barely any food. She became very attached to the children. Contracting malaria and typhoid meant she had to return to Australia, but that didn’t stop her!’
jump on board has meant food crops, water storage tanks, new beds and mattresses, mosquito nets and education has changed the lives of those children in Ghana. Construction of a baby clinic with sick bay and office has also improved children’s health dramatically. The building was proudly commissioned by Australian High Commissioner in Ghana Mr Billy Williams. ‘Despite the massive improvements, the fundraising still needs to continues’, says Cheryl, hence the Orphans of Ghana Charity Ball. ‘Our first ball was in 2010. Each year it just gets bigger and better. This year we have Matt Hetherington who is regarded as one of Australia’s best live acts performing’ she goes on. Tickets are $120 per head which includes a four course meal, drinks on arrival, silent and live auctions and a guest MC. For all information on sponsorship or to buy a ticket please call Wise Choice on 5975 0733 or Aimee on 0417 750 759, and help change the future.
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QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY WEEKEND 7-10 JUNE 2013
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ARTISTS PRICES VINCE JONES (dinner & show) $95 Peninsula SongRiders ‘Music After Dark Series’ Free Soul Safari $15 Charlotte Jane Trio $10
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Mornington Farmers’ Market Main Street Market Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery Main Street, Mornington Sherlock’s Café High Tea in Paris Gloria Jeans Coffees Beaches of Mornington The Counting House 115 Café The Royal Hotel Harba Oyster Bar & Grill Mornington Library Grand Hotel Beaches of Mornington
Live in the Park $2 entry Market Grooves - Elmo the Trumpeter, Facepainting, roving musicians Free Archibald Prize Exhibition - Roving Musicians Free-$10 Roving Performers Free Sian Garde Free High Tea with Jazz - Cellist Deb MacLeod Free Maddison Wilson Free VINCE JONES $20 Maddison Wilson Free Acoustic Cats (early) Mule Train with Joel Plymin (from 10pm) Free ANDY COWAN (dinner & show) $85 FRANK BENNETT (dinner & show) $65 Peninsula SongRiders ‘Music After Dark Series’ Free Phil Carroll Duo Free Dirty Boogie Band Free
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Multi-ARIA nominee Frank Bennett’s unmistakable talent, personality and panache have led him to become one of the most popular and sought after entertainers in Australia today. He has an uncanny ability to recapture the magic of Sinatra in concert and cleverly balances a penchant for contemporary pop hits ‘a la big band’ in a charismatic and seductive stage performance. Australia’s leading jazz vocalist, Vince Jones’s uses his voice as an expressive instrument with lyrics as a vehicle for stories around themes of love, injustice, peace and anti-greed in a contemporary jazz style. We all love Vince. Vince grew up listening to his musician father’s collection of great jazz albums, and the feel, style and essence of the music became a natural part of Vince’s world. He started out as a bebop trumpet player and in time his superb voice would touch the hearts and minds of many listeners in Australia and beyond.
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Andy Cowan‘s virtuoso piano playing highlights both an energetic and melodic beauty. He ripples, rolls and rocks through original compositions with passionate and soulful vocals, wrapping the audience in his energy, weaving an emotional and spellbinding magic. Andy’s musical career began in Melbourne, following classical piano studies he began exploring improvisation, and absorbing musical ideas from soul, blues, and folk artists. Andy will be joined by Jimmy Sloggett- tenor sax , Gavan Anderson slide guitar, Joe Imbroll -bass & Dave Hicks-drums
Melbourne band, Flap is a fiery yet charming band of brass, guts, words and skins who crank out up- tempo songs turning ordinary shoes into dancing ones. This good-times and upbeat gypsy jazz party band use pop melodies, old school jazz and influences from 1920s prohibition-era dance bands but with a modern and hip groove.
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James Morrison is Australia’s most successful trumpet player and has just been inducted into the Jazz Hall of Fame. A virtuoso in the true sense of the word. Besides the trumpet, this multi-instrumentalist also plays trombone, euphonium, flugel horn, tuba, saxophones, and piano. Playing at The Grand Hotel with his acclaimed 6 piece band, it will be a night not to be missed. He recorded “Jazz Meets the Symphony” with The London Symphony Orchestra conducted by Lalo Schifrin, performed concerts at the Royal Albert hall with the London Philharmonic Orchestra and at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden for Princess Anne. Royal command performances on two occasions for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and for US Presidents Bush & Clinton at Parliament House in Australia. In 1997, James was awarded The Order of Australia for his services to the arts.
Mornington Library present the Music After Dark Series of free concerts Friday 7 June 7PM -9PM @ Mornington Library FREE Event Booking Essential via Festival Website The Marty Williams Experiment featuring Deb McLeod (Cello) Marty Williams, Peter Kaighin & Paul Ryan present soulful, earthy, uplifting indie pop sounds and for one night only will be joined by electric cellist Deb McLeod. Cardwell Swing Guitars Irishmen DC Cardwell are Melbourne based indie-pop singer-songwriters of the Gypsy Jazz style pioneered by Django Reinhardt.
Music After Dark at Mornington Library
Our Library is pleased to celebrate the inaugural Mornington Winter Jazz Festival with a showcase of amazing local musicians.
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Come and enjoy two free evenings of ‘improvisation in the round’ with talented artists.
Friday 7th June 2013, 7pm-9pm Cardwell Swing Guitars will be joining The Marty Williams Experiment feat. Deb McLeod (Cello).)
Saturday 8th June 2013, 7pm-9pm Aaron Roberts, Pete Kaighin, & Brad Kennedy will be joined by Mojo Pearls.
Saturday 8 June 7PM – 9PM @ Mornington Library FREE Event Bookings Essential
Where: Mornington Library, Vancouver Street Enquiries: Mornington Chamber of Commerce P: 03 5975 4522 E: info@morningtonchamber.com.au
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Aaron Roberts & Peter Kaighin Both share a love of soul, jazz and blues music. Aaron’s voice is reminiscent of the soul singers of the 60s. Peter plays the saxophone and flute with style and sophistication.
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Brad Kennedy Brad Kennedy is a peninsula based soulful singer/songwriter guitarist with a huge repertoire of self-penned songs and jazz/ blues classics. Mojo Pearls Duo Mojo Pearls play relaxed, funky, folk & latino/cajun jazz
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MARKETS GALORE Mornington Park and Main Street Mornington will come alive with colour and sound on Saturday 8th June 2013 with the Mornington Farmers’ Market and Main Street Market being held to celebrate the Mornington Winter Jazz Festival – Music Art and Heritage Weekend! The Mornington Farmers’ Market, held on the second Saturday of every month from 8.30am - 1.00pm, showcases a range of produce from the Mornington Peninsula and regional Victoria including organic vegetables & fruit, sourdough breads, local mussels, grass-fed meats, cheeses, free-range eggs, home-made conserves, olive oil, sweet treats and much much more! With VFMA accreditation it assures consumers they are buying from authentic producers and supporting Victorian agriculture. Over the Queen’s Birthday weekend the Mornington Farmers’ Market is ‘Live in the Park’ where visitors can enjoy the live tunes of local musicians and bands while they peruse the stalls and community-run BBQ. Enjoy! A special Main Street Market will also be held over the Queen’s Birthday weekend on Saturday 8th June from 9am to 2pm, and while the market will showcase the fantastic quality homemade, home grown and home baked goods the weekly Main Street Market is famous for, the street will also be celebrating music and art with live roving musicians and buskers on street corners and in cafes, restaurants and shops. ‘Market Grooves at the Main Street Market’ is not to be missed! For further market details visit www.mainstreetmornington or www.morningtonjazz.com.au f or full Festival entertainment program details.
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Jazz at the Station–Mornington Historical Railway FLAP! u WILBUR WILDE Step back in time to a bygone era, take ua ride on a heritage train and enjoy live music at FRANK BENNETT DIRTY BOOGIE BAND the station! The Historical Mornington Railway is a heritage railway operating between
MARTY WILLIAMS EXPERIMENT Including Cellist Deb Mcloud MAMA SASS Moorooduc and Mornington. MOJO PEARLS u RED HILL BAKER BOYS u THUNDERBIRDS u ADMIRALS There are bothPENINSULA steam and diesel heritage broad gauge locomotives vintage SONGRIDERS OWN BIG and BAND u WESTERNPORT passenger cars andCHAMBER although the running days are normally theREGIONAL first three Sundays PENINSULA MUSICIANS BAND of andMornington much moreWinter Jazz Festival, the Moorooduc each month, to celebrate the inaugural Railway Station will be alive with the music from the Westernport Regional Band on Sunday 9thEnjoy June 2013 on the Queen’s Birthday Mornington as itweekend. comes alive with: “It’s goin’ to be funARCHIBALD and non-stop toe tapping!” Westernport Regional Band is full of PRIZETheEXHIBITION youth and mentoringattalent and will be entertaining crowdsGallery as the steam train arrives Mornington Peninsula Regional and departs on thisAT special celebrating Music, Art and Heritage JAZZ THEweekend STATION at Mornington Historical Railwayin Mornington. ARCHIE’S WINDOW ARTfabulous EXHIBITION on Main Come andLITTLE enjoy the exciting big band sound, arrangements andStreet swinging MUSIC AFTER DARK at Mornington Library beat on the station platform as you wait to board the historical train. First train departs LIVE THEthen PARK at Mornington Farmers’ Moorooduc Station at IN 11am 12.15pm 1.45pm & 3pm (MelMarket 105 K9) MARKET GROOVES at Main Street Market The ride on the HistoricalJAZZ trainN’ takes approximately 45minutes SWING at Peninsula Grangeand takes you from Moorooduc Station to Mornington Station and back. Alternatively a shuttle ROVING MUSICIANS on street corners and so much moreservice courtesy bus can take you from Mornington Station to Main Street Mornington The shuttle bus will then pick you up on Main Street and bring you back to the Mornington Tickets & full program of events at Station for your return trip home! What an experience! For further details visit www.morningtonrailway.org.au or www.morningtonjazz.com. au to download the full program of events across Mornington over the Mornington contact theweekend! Mornington Chamber of Commerce on 03 5975 4522 WinterorJazz Festival u
The Mornington Historical Guided Tours
Take a stroll around Main Street Mornington to discover the history of the former Schnapper Point fishing village. Browse in boutiques and stop at the old bank to withdraw beer, wine and cocktails. See Victoria’s oldest courthouse and adjoining lock-up, and embark on a historical adventure. The Mornington Winter Jazz Festival celebrates the Historical Township of Mornington, the diverse and important history of Mornington, it’s beautiful architecture and the tales of times and people gone by. All guided walks will leave from the Old Post Office Museum on the corner of Main Street and Esplanade, Mornington. Please register at the Old Post Office Museum 30 minutes prior to each walk, and be quick as places are limited to 12 people! Visit the Mornington and District Historical Society at the Old Post Office Museum on Main Street Mornington for more information or phone 5976 3203, and visit www.mornington jazz.com.au for regular updates.
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Doing what comes naturally
Susan Andrews likes to smile and not just with her mouth – her blue eyes sparkle while describing how much she loves children. ‘Kids are amazing’, she says, ‘always wanting to explore and turning everything into something creative’. It is this zest for creativity and exploration of the natural world that has made the picture perfect Angus and Rose such a unique destination. Set in the 230 hectare historic rural property The Briars in Mount Martha, this boutique space offers a treasure trove of activities for budding nature lovers. ‘I bought the place as a shed about twelve months ago after falling in love with it’, says Susan. The building reminds you of a whimsical childhood cubby house made for adventure, while the two acres of rose garden satiates your senses. ‘You can tap into your creative side or just get your hands dirty’ she continues. The Friends of Angus and Rose working bee every Wednesday offers the chance to drop in, get some gardening done and have a chat. (Free coffee and cake provided!) Children’s parties come into their own at Angus and Rose. Bug hunting, collecting rose petals to make potpourri, making party crowns out of flowers and scrawling on paper covering the tables inside are all on the party list. ‘I have some eighty year old regulars who love to pull out a texta and draw too’, chuckles Susan. ‘We are an interactive zone for parents and children, children and grandparents. It’s about connecting the generations and learning from each other’. Wheel chair access is a given. Susan’s penchant for home-grown product is also apparent at Angus and Rose - purchase unique vintage wear, books and locally hand-made keepsakes, or participate in a workshop (get those knitting needles out!) run by a local artist. Her son holds workshops in the holidays and her daughter makes a fabulous coffee too. Make sure to check the Angus and Rose website and Facebook for special event days throughout the year - including pony rides. The Mad Hatters tea party on Easter Monday was brimming with tea
pots, cupcakes, decorating, games and a great deal of fun – Angus and Rose style. PPSS!! Come celebrate the Queen’s Birthday on June 10 with crown creation, royal pony rides and chocolate treat decoration. 10 am till 1.pm. – by Liz Rogers Angus and Rose at the Briars The Briars, 457 Nepean Highway, Mount Martha Ph: 5974 4833 Email: angusandroseatthebriars@gmail.com Website: www.angusandroseatthebriars.com Open seven days a week Mon-Fri 9am till 3pm; Sat and Sun 10am till 4pm
Angus & Rose at the Briars A creative boutique space offering, creative & relaxed kids parties, art classes, yoga, school holiday activities, vintage wear, books local handmade products and art. Red Hill Roast gourmet coffee served from 9am daily
Kids Garden Club For our young budding gardeners 3-4 year olds, join us to dig, explore and be creative with nature.
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Dear Mornington Peninsula (M.P), So it’s been a year and a half since I have taken up permanent residency with you but it didn’t take me long to develop a giddy crush on your redeeming features and captivating charm. With hubby, one kid and another on the way, we packed up our inner city unit that was about to explode under the pressure of too much stuff and a growing family and got in the car to embark on a new adventure. On the trip I thought about all you have to offer. A little stretch of paradise that boasts affordable housing, space, glorious beaches, parks, shopping and top notch restaurants, cafes and wineries. Not to mention the inhabitants – who are some of the friendliest people I have ever met.
education facilities for young families like us to choose from. We found one called Pelican, staffed by warm, caring people in particular one young woman called Tara who managed to make my lively, intense and sometimes anxious 4 year old daughter feel supported, safe and loved.
Six months pass and life has been busy. I drive back and forth into town for work three times a week (mental note: find a job down here, much less stressful) and hubby works full time and fills his weekends with painting and minor home renos. During this time you have been kind to us M.P, you don’t have any negative attributes. There are so many places to entertain the children. You offer an endless stretch of beach with its yellow grainy sand, moody blue water and beach goers occupying the Opening the doors of our spacious new brightly coloured beach boxes which cost 4 bedroom house, it felt so liberating to more than my first flat. Parks galore, you be surrounded by so much space. With can always guarantee there will be another delight I watched my energetic 4 year old happily run around the plentiful garden and mum or dad endlessly pushing their kid on the swing, bored and desperate for some hubby go straight to the large tin shed out adult interaction. Best of all no-one cares the back and hurriedly unlock it, intent on exploring its wonders. His smile gives away if you are clad in unflattering trackie dacks his master plan for an immediate conversion covered in baby spew! to a ‘man cave’. A place to escape to when In no time baby is due. This is the best bit; the perils on parenting take hold! I point such a positive experience is had during out, huge back yard sheds masquerading as the birth of my son. The tiny hospital called ‘man caves’ don’t often exist in the city and The Bays which has been around forever how lucky are we. has a wonderful, nurturing environment staffed by caring, competent midwives. One of the brilliant things about you M.P During my C- Section the operating theatre is that you have lots of child care and
staff are efficient and calm. The operation is performed without a hitch by one of only four seasoned and highly competent obstetricians on the Peninsula. I received 100% support from the midwives and no pressure when I struggle again with breast feeding, post-op complications and anxiety. A polar opposite experience to the one I had at the posh city hospital with my first born. Let’s face it, you have everything M.P and that crush I initially confessed to has developed into a full blown love affair. You are in my heart now and you’re not getting rid of me anytime soon. So, in this column I will continue to boast about your features whilst I write a light hearted account about the highs and lows of being a Mum on the Mornington Peninsula.
We have a new columnist Sarina Brunott who will be writing a light hearted “Mums The Word’ column in our newly revamped Parenting section - Offspring. Sarina splits her Check out the next edition when I share time between motherhood, being a partner with you what happens the day we bring to hubby Mal, sometimes freelance writer baby home. Let’s just say it involves a sometimes marketing consultant but mainly wooden toy ladybug, stuffed somewhere it full time Mum of two gorgeous kids Alexandra shouldn’t be and hubby rushing our 4 year and Christian. Sarina has been holidaying in old to Frankston hospital at 1am. Mt Martha with her parents since she was three but only recently decided to pack up Are you a parent living on the Peninsula the family, sell the tiny inner city unit that who wants to share with us your own they had long outgrown and move down ‘love letter’ to our wonderful region? In to Mornington permanently. In subsequent 150 words or less tell us why you love the editions follow Sarina’s story as she puts a fun Peninsula so much and we will publish our favourite answer in the next edition of MPL. spin on motherhood, all the while exploring our wonderful region and all it has to offer. By Sarina Brunott You can write to Sarina at MumsTheWord@morningtonlife.com.au
Sometimes The Smallest Things Take Up The Most Room in Your Heart When you’re expecting, there are many decisions to make but none is as important as choosing the health care team that will help deliver your baby. It’s easy to see why so many families choose The Bays Hospital Somers Maternity Unit as the best place to deliver their baby. Their experienced and caring team of midwives and mothercraft nurses are there to listen and to ensure that you and your baby receive the highest quality of care. You can welcome your new baby into the world in a safe and relaxed environment with advanced delivery procedures provided in their three well equipped birthing suites. The Bays Hospital provide the best and latest in obstetrical care during your delivery and if required, sophisticated medical equipment, theatre facilities, anaesthetists and paediatricians are on call 24 hours a day.
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Rooms have ensuite facilities, television, free WI-FI, refrigerator and telephone and many have double beds. Partners are welcome to stay overnight giving them the opportunity to support, learn and to provide practical assistance. The Somers Unit staff will support you during your birth experience and provide post natal support including a comprehensive post natal education program which is offered to you during your stay, this covers feeding your baby, parenting skills, taking your baby home and resources available in the community. For a tour of The Bays Hospital Somers Maternity Unit or to find out why you should choose The Bays Hospital for the birth of your baby please call 5975 2009 and one of their experienced nurses will be happy to assist. fresh every season
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It’s Easy to Grow your Business
Yeah Sure!!! It’s easy to grow your business… ”Yeah sure. How do I do that when I’m so busy running my business that I don’t even have time to think about growing it?
Sound familiar? It’s a common reply in an age of never ending cutbacks and time constraints, where it just seems too difficult to do anything without spending huge amounts of money or working 20 hours a day. What happened to those dreams you had when you started your business? Read on and you’ll find some simple but powerful ways to grow your business and learn (or be reminded of!) some key definitions and the main areas you need to focus on to make that dream a reality. Open your mind to new ideas - If you keep on doing what you’ve always done, you’ll keep on getting what you’ve always got. Simple! When you learn, you grow and when you grow so too will your business. The exciting part is that the more you learn the better you’ll get at the game of business
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even a minute of your life, you’ll never get that time back. You’ve got to INVEST rather than SPEND your time. As an owner of a business you’ve got to be certain that every activity you undertake, every job you do, every minute of your working day is invested in doing something that only YOU can do. Always ask yourself this question - “What will give me the best ‘return on investment’ for my time?” Cost reduction versus income growth - So many business people focus their whole life on cost reduction. Working long hours just to save a wage, cutting costs just to make ends meet. Now keeping costs down is still one of the most important areas of business but, if you really want to grow your business you’ve got to put more of your time into income generation than you do cost cutting. Remember, if you were to cut your costs by as much as you possibly could and still leave your company running, you’d probably only add about 10 or 20% to your bottom line. Yet through building your income, the bottom line is limitless. Distribution and marketing - Business has
lding great relationships Have a Clear Outcome: This works in all aspects of human relations, whether it is in sales or matters of which will keep the friendship. Knowing where you want an interaction r.
to lead will help you guide it there in a thousand little ways. Learn from Others: Whether you are talking to the labourer or the president of a country, ask questions and be genuinely interested; there is something to learn from every person’s experiences. Add More Value than You Receive. “This is tough one sometimes” The universe is like a great bank account and every interaction is an opportunity to make a deposit (add value) or a withdrawal (subtract value) in the emotional bank account. th others is not just You are rich in your ability to add value all the time, with, (although it might no matter what your background or circumstance. people) it’s actually a skill Trust that the universe will pay interest (reward d mastered with effort. you) for having a surplus of deposits. o much joy from our e ability to connect with Consider Lifetime Value: People are people for he most rewarding things as long as they are alive. In business, this means the value of a customer is more than their first transaction. If you add value by delivering more than es you could immediately you promise and find ways to serve their needs to develop your ability in the future, you almost virtually guarantee longhese principles will term success. As a rule, treat everyone as though ( 46 and The open peninsula’s funky SQUARE magazine www.morningtonlife.com.au elligence you’ll be dealing with them for a lifetime, and never
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two major parts. And both of them are important, You’ve got to put 50% of your time, effort and investment into distribution, that is, getting your products and services to the market place. The other half of your time should be spent on sales and marketing - getting the market place to come to your products and services. Lifetime value - How much are you going to spend in your lifetime on something as simple as toilet paper? How much will the average customer in your business spend with you over a lifetime? You must establish this long term view of their value before you can appreciate how important it is to develop a relationship with customers and ensure everything is done to keep them as long as possible. Test and measure. This is the KEY!!!
You cannot manage what you do not measure. And how do you grow if you don’t know the areas to work on? When it comes to your business you must find out what’s working and what’s not. One of the big problems with marketing is that many people think their ad is bringing in more business than it really is because they don’t properly test and measure. Ask each and every customer and prospect where they heard about you and your business. This will give you an idea of what’s been working and what hasn’t. If you would like to learn more about any business issues simply contact Peter Wrench at Peter@peterwrench.com and add a little Horsepower to your business, to get you where you want to go FASTER….
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Meg wears: Witchery ‘Rolls’ shoulder knit, Spliced flip skirt, ‘Lindsay’ boot; Issy wears: Witchery Cuff pants, skinny patent leather belt, ‘Joan’ metal hard case clutch, ‘Amy’ block pump, button through shirt hibiscus. Kate wears: Witchery Confetti print pants, button through shirt black (models own shoes)
Tingo: Issy wears: Hatley raincoat in Hibiscus, Shelta umbrella (models own boots) Meg wears: Denim M ‘The Frisk’ pant in bronze, Fujinella frilled poncho, Cinnamon scarf, Simply birdie pendant, Vogue leather bag with Miss Velvet boots
Jane Cooper Issy wears: Maximum leather look leggings, IDS wool hat, Mink Pink ‘GI Jane’ jacket, IDS cotton waffle knit, Therapy Harlow boot, Mink Pink ‘Give them Hell’ tote bag, Zode necklace.
Ruby Finch: Meg wears: Pako Litto wool jumper, Pink Stitch printed pants, Sadie basic tank, Nu by Neo suede shoe, Lustre J wooden beads, Ruby Finch glossy beads Tanya wears: James Jeans ‘Twiggy the legging’ in Rose Wine, Ridley sheer printed shirt, Lounge relaxed tuxedo jacket, Lustre J rose gold necklace, Neo Spain suede boot. Issy wears: Lounge wrap vest, Lounge Home stripe tube skirt, Sadie 3/4 sleeve basic black top, Lustre J silver necklace, Neo Spanish red Suede and Leather boot
Fiona’s of Mornington Issy wears: Moss & Spy ‘Penelope’ coat dress, Twinset Italian clutch, Susie M pearl drop earrings. Meg wears: Nel pants, Twinset padded jacket, (Amben Rossi Italian ankle boot - also inset), Loobies Story wool scarf, Pianura Studio fur clutch. Tanya wears: Moss & Spy ‘Chanel’ jacket and skirt, Olga Berg bag and earrings (models own shoes).
Chris Yates Issy wears: Alphabet studded knit, Resort Report pants. (Worn with Miss Velvet shoes) Meg wears: Hammock and Vine camel coat trimmed with animal print, MHD jeans, Hammock and Vine camel wool jumper, Beret
Betties Boutique Issy wears: Grand-Aline Houndstooth ‘Stop Staring’ dress, Black and White patent leather handbag, leather gloves, Netties diamante bow band, Catch a Thief black glasses, black Mellissa shoes.
Vince La Rocca Meg wears: Sapporo Red Issy wears: Face a Face Ebony brown fade Tanya wears: Jono Hennesy
Halo Meg (top left) wears: H&M wool sleeved cape, Bardot black leather look pants, Sportsgirl suede ankle boots, Chloe tote. Meg (above) wears: Topshop jacket, American Apparel disco pants, Wayne Cooper leather suede wedge, Marc Jacobs leather tote (inset)
THE SHOOT HAPPENS WITH: TALENT Models: Issy Wilson, Katie Box, Meg Grigarius, Tanya Crockett-Stebbing (our condolences to Alex Porter and her family on the death of her father the night before our shoot) Photographer: Amber Gardener Naturalight Photography Hair and Makeup: Andi Coventon Back of House: Tanya Crockett-Stebbing, Molly Mitchell, Hannah Chambers, Katie Box, Beckie White Location & Catering: Heritage Tavern and Restaurant, 3050 Frankston-Flinders Road, Balnarring Stylist: Beckie White, Katie Box Design & Layout: Lisa Walton
Participating Fashion Houses: Bayside Frankston 38 Beach Street, Frankston 9771 1700 Bettie’s Boutique 7/55 Barkly Square, Mornington 5977 1119 Carla Spring 2/3 Latham Street, Mornington 5976 4928 Chris Yates Designer Fashions 60 Mt Eliza Way, Mt Eliza 9787 8122 Fiona’s of Mornington 46 Main Street, Mornington 5976 2524 Halo Mornington 8 The Mall, 78-98 Main Street, Mornington 5976 4205 Miss Velvet 28 Wells Street, Frankston 9783 8358 Ruby Finch Balnarring Village, 22/3050 Frankston-Flinders Road, Balnarring 5931 3843 That little Boutique 2 The Strand, 89 Mt Eliza Way, Mt Eliza 5974 1653 Tingo 4/2 Watson Road, Mt Martha 5974 8460 Vince La Rocca 34 Wells Street, Frankston 9783 9920
Opening 15th of June! “Mornington’s newest bridal boutique” First month all new orders will receive a whopping
20% discount! Find JB at 4/22 Main St, Mornington Tel: 0431377451 www.julietbridal.com.au
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In-house Stylist verses Professional Stylist
Its an interesting conversation. In the world of fashion the title of Stylist is being used loosely in today’s society. Sales assistants are being called In house stylists and the Professional stylist’s role is being mis- understood and misused by some. It is a trend that the beauty industry faced some time ago, where the word ‘spa’ was replacing the word salon. Yet most salons were not representing the ‘true spa’ sanctuary. It became a quirky and new form of marketing. Is there a difference from ‘in-house stylist to ‘professional stylist’? Yes Are there similarities? Yes Are they the same? No So....... what’s the difference between IN house styling and Professional styling? That’s a great question. Let’s chat about comparisons. An ‘In house Stylist’ can be another name for a shop/sales assistant. The In house stylist is someone who knows their stock and product inside out and back to front. They are very knowledgeable about the brands they have in store and how each piece mixes and blends
with the other. An In house stylist recommends to the customer which product goes with what and can put an outfit together from their product range. In House styling can sometimes be about sales and targets. Professional stylists are quite different. How? First they do a style consultation to find out who their customer is. What he or she wants their brand or style to represent? This is where the stylist and their client form a great bond of trust and insight. They then look at their client’s body shape working out which styles will suit best. Next comes the wardrobe makeover (this is my most favourite part). This enables their clients to have an opportunity to throw out some older pieces they no longer want and keep pieces that work for them. This is a very insightful process for the professional stylist as it allows them to plan and work out what pieces their client’s wardrobe lacks. Have you ever bought a piece of clothing only to get it home and discover you have something very similar if not identical? This is because we have a part of our brain that is called the RAS or ‘reticular activator system. This is where our brain always looks for the
Prada Dolce & Gabbana Rayban
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same same. A professional stylist helps stretch their client’s RAS, and shows them options to complete their wardrobe styling. Once this is all established the professional stylist researches many different shops and hunts out the best products and clothing styles for their customer. They put together multiple outfits from minimal pieces. Professional personal stylists have no hidden agenda when shopping, they have no targets or budgets
to reach. They work purely with your style category, body shape and budget in mind always working to achieve their client’s outcome. Our style starts with the clothing we choose to wear and extends past our wardrobe, to our physiology and our choice in just about everything, demonstrating what we value and how we value ourself. A great personal stylist helps you look and feel the best version of yourself. Once you have worked with a personal stylist you will notice an immediate impact on how you interact with yourself and the world around you. Shopping with a personal stylist is smart shopping and saves you money and time. I guess the big question that you may be asking is can both types of stylists work together to benefit you their customer? The answer is YES. If both their skills wisely, you, the client, comes out the winner. I found this quote from the guru in designer fashion, which I felt was really fitting to our conversation in this article. “What you wear is how you present yourself to the world, especially today, when human contacts are so quick. Fashion is an instant language” Miuccia Prada.
Stylishly yours, Beckie x
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Let’s Play Styling One piece, many outfits..
black boot $289.95 Collar $69.95 pleater knit $79.95
Elegant Style $89.95
‘Two Way’ boot’ $269.95 Scarf $29.95 bag $89.95 belt $19.95
Black Dress $89.95 Necklace $59.95 Boot $269.95
Wrap Style $89.95
Boot - Beige $289.95 Dress/ Top Orange $59.95 Beads $29.95
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Tanya wears: Carla Spring ‘Lucy; printed shirt and ‘Nikki’ shirt
MANUFACTURED LOCALLY FITS PERFECTLY A GREAT shirt is defined by its style, cut, quality and comfort. But it is even more special when you know it has been locally designed and manufactured. Peninsula clothing company Off the Kuff not only strives to fit everybody with the perfect shirt every time, but customers can also walk away knowing they are supporting local industry. And company director Melanie Robinson wouldn’t have it any other way. Mel, aka designer, entrepreneur and mother of two, runs Off the Kuff from a modest factory in Mornington. She designs the clothing herself and, with the help of her dynamic team, does all the fabric cutting, pattern making and distribution from inhouse. Off the Kuff is well-known for its Carla Spring collection, an established Peninsula label that caters to the mature woman. Featuring a range of shirts and blouses designed by Mel and made by manufacturers in Mornington, Cranbourne and Langwarrin, the Carla Spring label uses only quality fabrics made up of mostly natural fibres. From vibrant colours and interesting patterns to the meticulous details included in every shirt, customers can be sure they are getting quality and style with every purchase. Carla Spring is not only for the discerning
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buyer seeking stylish and figure flattering clothing, but also has a high emphasis on comfort. It is important to Mel that every item not only fits well, but endures against repeated wash and wear. The label is currently stocked in about 80 specialty boutiques across Australia, including local stores Jillia Boutique in Mt Martha and Femtique in Mt Eliza. Being Australian-made provides Mel with a unique ability to monitor quality throughout the manufacturing process and also allows for flexibility within the range to cater for individual stores and their client needs. Since moving her humble operation from backyard garages into a proper factory, Off the Kuff has gone from strength to strength. Mel now employs two fashion design students from Box Hill TAFE and is seeking take on her own machinists in the future. The company also manufactures clothing for up-and-coming local designers, who might not otherwise have access to such resources. Mel is already starting to promote next summer’s range, which will see a dress and pant introduced for the first time into the Carla Spring collection. While Carla Spring is already experiencing success on a national scale, Mel remains optimistic that more Peninsula stores will jump on board and help support the local label. For stockists of Carla Spring please contact head office on (03) 59 76 4928 fresh every season mornington life
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fashion health & beauty LOOK AND FEEL YOUR BEST THIS SEASON
Medispa raises the bar this winter WITH a combined 60 years experience between them, it is no wonder the team at Peninsula Life Medispa are at the top of their field. Awarded “Best Medispa” in Australia and New Zealand three years in a row by the Australasian Spa Association, Peninsula Life Medispa boasts a wellrounded team of therapists ready to meet all your spa and beauty needs.
Gaining extensive knowledge in the US while working as an understudy for a cosmetic scientist and GP, this helped advance her career in skin physiology, histology, bio chemistry, cosmetic chemistry and medical aesthetics. Crystal has the ability to understand and diagnose skin from the inside out. Her friendly approach, warm manner and professional attitude will make you feel relaxed and confident that you are in great hands.
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Part day spa, part medical aesthetics clinic with locations in Mornington and Sorrento, Peninsula Life Medispa offers a full range of treatments, including laser and IPL, microhydrabrasion, oxygen, chemical peels, medi facials and home skincare.
Boasting a health science background, Nicola has been in the industry for over 15 years as both business owner and therapist. She has worked with doctors and plastic surgeons and has extensive knowledge in skin anatomy/ physiology, cosmetic science and chemistry, skin disorders and nutrition. Nicola is passionate about teaching her clients the different aspects of skin health and how, with the use of medical-grade skincare, you can be the best version of yourself. She will nurture you through your skin analysis, attend to your individual concerns and design a treatment and homecare plan tailored to your lifestyle and budget.
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Come and see Lisa for all your hair removal needs. With over 20 years’ experience in female and male waxing and IPL laser, Lisa is well-known on the peninsula for her skilled and speedy waxing technique. Her thirst for knowledge has recently led her into a new field with the cutera laser, and she is now specialising in the latest treatment for eliminating toenail fungus.
This winter, you are invited to meet the team who continue to raise the bar on medispa treatments throughout Australia.
TRY FOR FREE A dermal therapist with 10 years’ experience in the beauty cosmetic industry, Lisa has had extensive training in Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) and laser treatments. She has worked alongside doctors and plastic surgeons, specialising in IPL skin rejuvenation, hair removal, vascular laser treatments, skincare, chemical peels and microdermabrasion. Lisa is dedicated and passionate when it comes to providing effective treatments that resolve problem skin conditions.
Crystal
Crystal is an acne and sun-damaged skin expert. She has been in the health and beauty industry for 14 years.
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Nicola’s goal is to make glowing, healthy skin a reality for everyone.
Peninsula Life Medispa is now inviting you to have a COMPLIMENTARY consultation with one of their experienced dermal therapists. These highly skilled professionals can answer your questions about medicalgrade skincare, advise you on the latest in anti-ageing treatments and help resolve skin concerns for men and women of any age. To book your free consult, simply call the Mornington Medispa on (03) 5975 7309 and mention this editorial in Mornington Life Magazine Winter Issue. Take a step in the right direction today on the road to achieving healthy skin. fresh every season
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Talent tucked away in Beleura Hill Greg Maguinness Salon and Co is one of Mornington’s little secrets. Right now they have something to celebrate with the return of their much missed advanced stylist Ashlee.
Greg has become an industry benchmark in the 20 years he has owned and run this salon. He continues to create a friendly and warm environment. You will find strong team members like Maddi, who Perched at the top of Beleura Hill, just a stone’s throw has developed into a senior stylist with spectacular skills and creative flair. Similarly Megan’s talents are away from Main Street, this boutique salon’s warm outstanding and match her bubbly personality. The and inviting atmosphere is unrivaled on the peninsula. Those who have experienced the quality, yet affordable salon will miss the leadership of Billie as she takes maternity leave, but are delighted with the inclusion of service know exactly about the family-like culture that young Andrea, who’s ability and willingness to learn will has developed at this style haven. see her a senior stylist in no time. It is for this very reason that the excitement level With excellent cut and color technicians to is high in the salon as they welcome back one of complement the quality Kevin Murphy and Revlon their own. products, it is highly recommended you pay the friendly Ashlee is returning from working and studying overseas team a visit. in market-leading salons. The return was motivated by the desire to re-join the ‘family’ at SPECIAL OFFER Greg Maguinness, reunite with her much loved, To help celebrate Ashlee’s return Greg Maguinness loyal clients and to welcome new ones. salon and Co is offering an unlimited blow wave package in the month of July, for only $130. To find Ashlee’s arrival will further complement the strong out more about this package see in store for details. team that owner Greg Maguinness has established.
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PARADISE IS HERE
There is no need to escape to a tropical oasis this winter because Saya Beaute Bar has brought its own version right here to the Mornington Peninsula. This new, all-inclusive beauty retreat in Somerville has got everything you need to feel like you are miles away.
A Taste of Paradise on the Peninsula
Let mother-daughter duo Joy and Aleshia and their team of beauty experts cater to your every pampering need, whether it be a massage, facial, waxing, tanning, manicure or pedicure. Step inside the detox sauna for total mind and body relaxation. This completely private sauna will help you sweat out the bad toxins while alleviating muscle pain, improving skin conditions and boosting your immune system. Save money by bringing a friend along and gossiping while you both burn calories. A desire to bring authentic Pacific island beauty rituals to the Peninsula recently led Saya’s staff members all the way to Fiji, where they did some intensive training with ‘Pure Fiji’, a company that manufactures beauty products from Fijian plant extracts. There they learnt how to perform a range of body treatments, including the traditional Fijiian scalp and oil massage. Aleshia says Saya Beaute Bar stocks exclusive and specialty products which can be difficult to find elsewhere on the Peninsula, including the Pure Fiji range and two organic spray tanning solutions. They also sell Young Blood mineral cosmetics which are free from paraben, talc, oils and fragrances. Aleshia has been in the industry for eight years and is a qualified beauty therapist specialising in waxing, particularly Brazilians, and tanning. Siobhan, the salon’s other beauty therapist, is an expert when it comes to eyelash extensions and skin care. Laura is a fully qualified nail technician who is also on her way to becoming a qualified beauty therapist. The launch of Saya Beaute Bar, which offers treatments for women and men, is a dream come true for Aleshia and Joy. As long-time Somerville residents, they were tired of seeing locals having to travel elsewhere to receive beauty treatments. P. (03) 5977 6790 WINTER
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SKIN TREATMENTS WHICH DO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Dietitian’s Winter Wellness Program
“As an Advanced Dermal Therapist it is important to understand whether our clients’ skin is at the beginning or in full force of ageing.” explains Sue Verheyan of Mt Eliza Beauty. From the moment we are born and from our very first exposure to the sun, the ageing process for our skin begins. “Looking at a plan for improvement of damage caused over the years is our expertise.” continues Sue. “Forget the ‘hype’ and ‘myth, we have highly trained staff offering exceptional treatments.” Sue Verheyen, owner of Mt Eliza Beauty is attending a conference in the USA shortly to update again on new advanced ingredients for skin care, the latest in IPL treatments, technology and treatment procedures leading the forefront around the world. Dermal Injectable Fillers for the next step to transform fine-lines, deep furrows, wrinkles and other skin concerns COLLAGEN INDUCTION THERAPY allowing a more natural and refreshed look. Don’t ‘Needle Roller’ be over ‘over-treated’. Don’t be over-charged. Seek CIT known as dermal needling, is a modality growing experience and honesty.” in popularity. Sue says “In the beginning (over 9 years ago) I doubted such a simple procedure could achieve REMEMBER – it is all about COMBINATION what was claimed, but I have found results are beyond TREATMENTS – within YOUR BUDGET – Don’t break my expectations.” “We use varying length needles the bank – Seek honest solution oriented advice from dependent on severity of damage, the important factor staff with continued up-to-date training from Australia is to create epidermal injury (superficial) which requires and overseas, and YOUR results as a goal. the brain the recognise the injury and stimulate collagen repair.” IPL HAIR REMOVAL The industry has promoted the roller as some sort of “With so many clients – both men and women over magic wand. According to Sue “It is not. It is essential the past 17 years thrilled with our IPL Permanent Hair to establish the underlying cause of a problem in order Reduction – we are a proven Hair Removal Clinic,” says to decide which treatment modalities should be used. It Sue with a smile. “With over 1,000’s of clients, over is essential to link product ingredient infusion, together these 17 years, it stands to reason to seek the advice with depth, to signal growth factors and cytokines to and treatment from the most experienced clinic on the stimulate repair. Experience is the key.” Peninsula.”
OXYGEN INFUSION TREATMENT FACIAL
Introduced to Mt. Eliza Beauty over 7 years ago, Oxygen Infusion and the immediate plumping effect, together with the infusion of Hyaluronic Acid and the calming effect continues to please clients. “Remember – Oxygen Infusion is topical only, continued home care and the introduction of other treatment modalities such as Light Emitted Diode, IPL stimulation and microdermabrasion must be included for longterm results. A course of treatments is recommended.” explains Sue.
DERMAL INJECTABLE FILLERS
Sue says “Our IPL skin treatments are a must. Facials, Needling, Oxygen Infusion can only do so much, but remember we are honest with you, and our Doctors and Registered Cosmetic Nurse Injectors can advise you on
Sue Verheyen was the first Therapist Clinic on the Peninsula to introduce Laser Hair Removal and followed by IPL – “our statistics and longevity in business are our proof, along with our continued updating of Medical Grade Equipment and local and overseas training.” says Sue.
written by Kate Save Peninsula Physical Health & Nutrition 15-17 Yuilles Rd Mornington Ph 5974 1011
Summer has finally left us and the opportunities to exercise outdoors are becoming more limited with fewer hours of daylight. So what can you do to prevent gaining that winter weight? Our team at PPN has moved from Mt Martha to Mornington to team up with Enhanced Myotherapy/Yoga/Pilates and we have a great weight loss program for you. At PPN, we don’t believe in ‘diets’ as such but we do believe in achieving great results with a healthy lifestyle program. In just 12 weeks, you will see some fantastic results by joining our ‘Winter Wellness Program’. Our Accredited Practising Dietitians and Exercise Physiologists will develop an individualised eating and exercise program for you and rebates are often available either through Private Health Insurance or Medicare (for patients with Chronic Health Conditions who are deemed eligible for an Enhanced Primary Care Plan from their GP). Plus, you will also have the opportunity to participate in a half price one-on-one clinical pilates session and or a free yoga class to help you to maintain a stronger core and flatter stomach. Enhanced will also reward new clients with discounted massage/myotherapy vouchers to encourage you to seek total body and mind balance. A few quick tips to get you feeling lighter and healthier this winter are; 1) Save up to 250 calories per serve by supplementing your latte with herbal teas to keep you warm and hydrated. 2) Save up to 400 calories per day by exchanging regular rice or pasta with SLIM rice or SLIM pasta, which is made from Konjac root vegetable. 3) Wear a pedometer during the day and ensure to take at least 1000 steps per hour during 8am-6pm to achieve your total goal of 10,000 steps per day for good health. If you are interested in our Winter Wellness Program, please call us to book in on 5974 1011 or email – info@healthandnutrition. com.au . Also, come and visit our amazing new offices and clinical pilates studio at Enhanced Myotherapy, 15-17 Yuilles Rd, Mornington.
SURFACE CAPILLARIES - BE GONE
Rosacea Speciality Seek the advice and treatment from the experts – Using IPL daily for facial skin treatments – for over 10 years – Sue Verheyen performs ALL IPL skin treatments herself. “This is my expertise, with many, many happy clients, over many years, I am still excited over our results”
TRUST YOUR SKIN TO THE EXPERTS
PHONE 9787 7475 – Mt Eliza Beauty Therapy for an appointment.
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IT’S THE SKIN YOU LIVE IN CHECK IT! Peninsula Skin Cancer Centre was developed in response to the epidemic of skin cancer that has prevailed in Australia in recent years. The centre offers a thorough, efficient, streamlined method for detection of skin cancer and ongoing management, all under one roof but at two convenient locations. Melanographers with years of experience, using state of the art medical imaging equipment join a team of doctors and specialists, such as a plastic surgeon, all with training in surgical techniques and non invasive skin cancer treatment. MOLE MAPPING: A Melanographer uses specialist medical cameras to magnifying the skin to 30 times and digitally scan your moles, (surface microscopy). This enables the earliest detection of cancers.
PENINSULA SKIN
During this session the Melanographer will provide you with valuable guidance on caring for your skin in the harsh sun drenched climate we live in. A doctor qualified in skin cancer detection and removal reviews every mole and lesion, if there is anything abnormal you will be advised CANCER CENTRE as to the appropriate treatment. This service is particularly appropriate if you have freckled skin or numbers of moles.
At Peninsula Skin Cancer Centre we provide many services directly relating to skin cancer diagnosis and treatment.
SKIN CHECKS: All Pensioners, Patients over the age of 75, Health Care Card holders and DVA card holders are fully bulk billed for this service. One of our melanographers performs a systematic total body check using hand held dermoscopy.
Referral not required (Frankston Clinic Open Mon-Sat)
• Full body skin checks using hand held dermoscopy
Shop 5 216 Main St Mornington Ph: 5975 7019 www.baysidebeautylounge.com.au
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• Procedures and treatments available • Photodynamic therapy now available Gift Vouchers Available
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No photos are taken during this session; however a doctor qualified in skin cancer detection and removal reviews every mole and lesion, if there is anything abnormal you will be advised as to the appropriate treatment. Each total body skin check takes up to half an hour and is a good option for individuals who have had an initial mole map and have been advised that a skin check is appropriate for them. Call and make an appointment today: Mornington 5975 9544 or Frankston 9770 0040. fresh every season
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YOGA HOUSE MT ELIZA & ROSEBUD
Whilst The Yoga House in Mount Eliza is settling into their new space within The Lotus Chiropractic and Wellness Centre, Rosebud’s studio has recently seen some exciting changes to the instructing team. The Yoga House is pleased to introduce local Khai Cooke as a fresh face within the teaching team at Rosebud. Congratulations are in order for Kirsten Naylor, who wed David Furness in a beautiful Fijian wedding on April 26.
Enter the intoxicating world of Organique Earth Spa – a healing oasis for mind, body and soul… Their holistic day spa situated in the heart of Mt Eliza, delivers natural beauty treatments for those seeking a more individualised approach to skin therapy, massage, relaxation and rejuvenation. Using certified natural skincare containing 100% organic essential oils, active botanicals and herbal extracts - their comprehensive spa menu aims to deeply nourish skin whilst providing a nurturing oasis for overall health and wellbeing. At Organique Earth Spa – they have your next bliss filled day spa treatment waiting for you. Call Jessika Behnecke 9787 8288 17 Ranelagh Dr, Mt Eliza www.organiqueearthspa.com.au
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The Yoga House’s serene studio spaces? The Mount Eliza studio is intimate and serene while the Rosebud studio offers idyllic views of the foreshore.
While many of us can be tempted into hibernation by the colder months it is important to keep our bodies moving to sustain positive health and vitality. With studios in both Rosebud and Mount Eliza, The Yoga House continues to offer the opportunity for personal health and development through the frosty autumn and winter seasons. The Yoga House teaches Hatha yoga in a flowing vinyasa style, with influences from the Ashtanga and Iyengar lineages. New sequences are created on a seasonal basis, beginning with a focus on technique and alignment and eventually progressing to
synchronize movement with the breath in creating a meditative flow. With the change in weather bringing a change in energy levels, yoga works to heat and energize the body, maintaining the healthy lifestyle changes many of us made in the New Year. Rosebud’s Yoga Studio continuously offer weekly Beginner and Open classes, attracting yummy mummies, 9-5ers, and students alike. Anyone with a focus on physical posture, fitness, weight loss, meditation, relaxation and healthy eating can find practicing yoga beneficial as a part of a balanced lifestyle, and what better way to start your weekend than with a 8-9.30am yoga class in one of
A further exciting development for The Yoga House is the launch of their yoga-clothing label; designed for yogis, by yogis. The upcoming winter clothing range, featuring ‘The Ultimate Yoga Pant’ is both comfortable and fashionable, tailored to enhance your yoga practice whilst looking and feeling great at the same time. The clothing range is available for purchase online or in studio, along with a selection of yoga mats, bolsters and a range of accessories. You can pop in to the Rosebud Yoga House at 843 – 849 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud, or the Mount Eliza Yoga House at 17 Ranelagh Drive, Mount Eliza. Ph: 0439 132 568 Web: www.tyh.com.au
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Your winter Stars with Stephanie Johnson Stephanie is an experienced Astrologer and regular contributor to Mornington Life Magazine. For information on her services go to seeingwithstars.net or ph: 0411 2555 77
Aries
Cancer
Plotting behind the scenes is the theme at the start of winter. Something is occupying your thoughts. Perhaps you are planning a change of scenery? A short trip away from the colder climes may to your heat-loving nature.
You are ready for hibernation this winter. If home and hearth don’t appeal then it is time to retreat somewhere quiet and remote. However, most likely you break out the cook books and do what you do best – nature and nurture.
Taurus
Leo
Money matters are of foremost importance for the security-minded Taureans. The winter season sees you revising your budget and spending habits. There is a fine line between being mean and being frugal so tread carefully.
Last season you retreated but this winter others may hibernate but you are ready to party. You are likely to turn up the heat wherever you are and mingle, mingle, mingle. Where others are gathered you find your inspiration.
Gemini
Virgo
The start of winter sees four planets in your Zodiac Sign heralding a season of speaking up for yourself. This is your moment to make the most of your talents and present yourself in the best positive light. Reap your rewards!
The focus remains on dating, mating and relating this season. Romance, or confusion, is in the air. Your professional life also takes a giant step in the right direction. You may finally score that job or promotion you have been waiting for.
Libra Longing to escape? You
may plan a long-distance journey or if your budget prevents this being a reality then you can escape in other ways – studying a much-loved subject, subscribing to a theatre season, reading a saga, or immersing yourself in your own project.
Scorpio
This winter season see you getting down to business. There are changes that need to be made in one or more areas of your life and you are serious about implementing them. Seasons come and go and you make the most of the current opportunities.
Sagittarius
Winter is your time to date, mate and relate. Single Saggies watch out for someone new. Those of you who are already hitched need to renew the romance and warm your hearts. You don’t have to go far from home to feel the heat.
Capricorn
Winter sees you re-establish your routine. This is your season to ensure that you are following healthy habits. Daily chores and work tasks may pile up but you can deal with them in a methodical manner.
Aquarius
You continue on your merry way in winter. Autumn saw you ready to spread your wings and fly, and at the same time wondering where you would find the cash to fund your ideas and activities. Winter sees more of the same.
Pisces
Home and family take centre stage this season. It is time to warm the cockles of your heart and enjoy all of the benefits that your loved ones have to offer. You may also like to focus on supporting your family’s needs.
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EXPLORING THE PENINSULA’S CULINARY DELIGHTS
Nothing is off-limits Not for Corey and the amazing team at Grazen Café. Mornington’s small restaurant with the big ideas just keeps on delivering, and customers are eating it up like one of Corey’s delicious dishes.
DINING AT THE GRAND
At Grazen Café you’ll not only find fresh and exciting food, great coffee and quality service, but its team are also about to delve into swanky dinners and degustation nights with the launch of their new upstairs extension, The Loft. Featuring funky industrial-style furniture made from recycled timber and steel, rabbit traps and axe heads, The Loft will be a unique place where customers can go to socialise or just relax and chill out while overlooking the Mornington Racecourse. Hire out the venue for birthdays, corporate functions and other special events.
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But you don’t have to be partying at The Loft to take advantage of Grazen Cafe’s full catering service.
champagne brekkies for the ladies.” As well as the food and drinks, Grazen can provide friendly wait staff and RSAcertified bartenders with a wealth of knowledge. A passionate chef trained in Asian cuisine, Corey loves meeting with people to discuss food ideas. The excitement of couples planning a wedding or somebody throwing a big birthday bash is mirrored in his own enthusiasm for creative foods. Whether it’s pulled pork rolls or salt and pepper squid you’re seeking, or something with a little more flair like edible flowers or smoked ice cream, you’re sure to be impressed. “Some of the meals we are doing at these functions take 36 hours to cook before we even get to the event, such as our slow cooked briskets,” Corey said. “What we offer is a quality product with relaxed and professional staff and as a result people are responding really well to our functions.”
“There is no idea too big or too small,” Corey says.
Grazen Café is open every day for breakfast and lunch offering delicious, affordable food made in-house from fresh, local produce. Ready-made takeaway meals, including soups, stews, curries, braises and salads, are now also available from $6-8.50.
“We do everything from 8-12 course wine pair degustation dinners to canapé weddings to private breakfasts for groups of guys after a buck’s night, or even
The Loft is expected to be launched in late winter/early spring. For more details, visit www.grazen.com.au or phone (03) 5976 8478.
Whatever your event may be, Corey will happily create a specialised menu to suit your individual style and theme. But be warned: the sky’s the limit!
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The Good Life Food Traders saves the day! Are you over-cooking, too tired to organise dinner, limited by healthy take-away options or just too busy to prepare a fresh healthy meal for the family? If dinner time has become a culinary chore of epic proportions, then throw down the welcome mat to ‘The Good Life Food Traders!’
produce is locally sourced, preservative and additive free’. Meals on offer range from various curries, hand-made pies, tasty winter casseroles, tarts and pastas. Catering for a variety of dietary requirements The Good Life Food Traders provide gluten free and fructose free options. Catering for all different sized families, ready made meals are available in various portion sizes, from one meal to a family.
Operating out of the arguably ‘Best Fish & Chips on the Peninsula’ ‘Billy’s’, The Good Food Traders aims to provide customers with prepared home-cooked meals, ready made to go.
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Freshly cooked on the day and sealed in cook chill bags to maintain quality and taste, the founder, Sonia Williams believes ‘Our delicious, healthy gourmet meals are designed to suit the most discerning palate’. She adds ‘Our fresh
Drop in on your way home and pick up dinner tonight! As a special introductory offer to the readers of Mornington Life all customers who sign up to the Good Life Food Traders website will receive a $5 voucher for the Good Life Food Traders. Shop 1 59 – 63 Walara Drive Mount Martha, see website for trading hours. thegoodlifefoodtraders.com.au
BLOOM NETWORKING AT HICKINBOTHAM Bloom Networking connects business savvy chicks with regular get togethers across the Mornington Peninsula. This fun morning was held at Hickinbotham Winery in Dromana where their own business chick Terryn Hickinbotham attended to the fabulous catering.
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JP is a local foodie and regular diner at restaurants and cafes across the peninsula, in this column he gives a rundown of his experiences each season
Chocolat of Mornington
This place is a fairly new little treat for anyone who enjoys fine, freshly made pastries of all tidings. Everyday there is something a little different. Just to mention a few: Tomato, red onion, bocconcini, and Persian fetta galettes; Donuts; Meringue Towers; Lemon tarts; Hot Cross Buns (sugar brioche with mango); Nougat pomme; Fruit flan; Castel; Capsicum & spinach quiche The staff here are very friendly and will assist with any of your choosings, the best bit is they know what they are talking about as they probably made them too! Am I just getting old fashioned or is this how it should be when you enter a shop? PS the coffee is lovely too! Chocolat of Mornington Shop 6, 59 Barkly St Mornington Ph 5976 4902
TWO BUOYS DROMANA
‘Progressive and hits the spot’, I have heard plenty of good things about Two Buoys, so I thought it was time to check it for myself. Sun setting on the water mid-week and it’s time to experience sleepy Dromana. Parking is a breeze and friendly faces are scattered everywhere. Service was immediate, warm and friendly. Our first course (salt chilli squid) was fast out of the kitchen, which was great as we got there later than expected and we were starving. I must admit the chilli was very light on, but made up for with the freshness of the squid. Our waitress had some wonderful recommendations for us so we went for tuna Carpaccio with wasabi greens and fresh horseradish. Being spoilt in Japan, I must say this was not the best cut or flavoured, but the Carpaccio alone was definitely fresh and good tuna. A flat bread ‘house made’ with roasted pumpkin, blue cheese and truffled honey was next, this was a good size AND WAS SIMPLY GORGEOUS. We complemented this with the recommended roast beetroot salad that came with roasted walnuts and horseradish cream. I have to say we were very satisfied as we paid homage to the ocean view and sun-drenched skyline. While we were not disappointed, some of the flavours were a little misleading and timid. Two Buoys keep up the good work.
My partner had the crab claw and this was a good serve with clean white fresh looking meat. As we proceeded into main, the coconut rice came out with my fried chicken Pad Thai along with the beef salad. Both dishes had some great flavour but again lacked in the main ingredients, chicken and beef. It really was the old school load up of onion, carrots and sauce. I was told this was great service and fabulous value food. It appears to me they have dropped the ball in the value arena. I would love for them to redeem themselves as we cannot ever have enough thai food choices! I will return soon. Thai By The Sea 63B Barkly St Mornington Ph: 5976 8040
THE ROYAL HOTEL MORNINGTON
Now it’s been a long time since I have spent an afternoon at the originator but after hearing all the chatter I thought what better way to spend a Sunday afternoon, than a welcome back to ‘the royal’. Entering from the back, the public bar has had a complete overhaul, mod grass on the floor, white furniture and completely different décor. Tap beer has been extended and as I sip on my first pot I peruse the bar menu. What to choose? Well I have to say after sitting down with my circle, the food came out quick and seamless - nachos, chicken parma, cannelloni, steak sandwich, bangers and mash. Everyone was pleased. Cheekily I tasted everyone’s and have to say the cannelloni and bangers and mash were the food envy choices. After satisfying our tastebuds it was time to venture into satisfying our ears with the Grand Wazoo. These guys have been around since Adam was a pup and yes they’ve still got it. Very appropriate having a 13 piece funk and soul band doing the business in the front lounge, the vibe was fantastic and great to see the Royal revamped to its former glory. I am definitely going to check out their bistro menu and extensive wine list in the months to come because this is how it should be done. Let’s hope the food in the front is as good as the food in the back ‘cos you can’t just rely on the view and some music - even if both are sensational! The Royal Hotel 770 Esplanade Mornington Ph: 5975 8555
Apple Espresso @ Tullys
Next time I am definitely going to give the extensive drinks menu Excited to be told about something new and tucked away and a good nudge as they have a vast array of locally produced wines, with the unrestricted access to all the local meat and produce beers, muscats, and special cocktails. I will need a designated available at Tully’s, I was expecting to experience exciting driver that night! seasonal dishes that took full advantage of this. Couldn’t have Two Buoys been further from the truth. Everything on the menu was 209 Point Nepean Rd Dromana Ph 5981 8488 incredibly generic. The place looks to be Italian inspired or something close to a rustic café tucked away in Sienna.
Thai by the sea mornington
This is a tucked away little Thai pad that people have been chatting about for ages. Headed down there for the experience. Have to say the Tom Yum served was a lovely start to the meal, the flavour traditional but lacked ingredients, chicken strips and mushrooms only! I can’t say that this is a good start.
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I must admit the atmosphere, staff and coffee are FAB, the surroundings are cute and unique. Apple Espresso you need to pick up your food game . . . PLEASE because all the other components are great. Apple Esppresso @ Tullys 630 Moorooduc Hwy, Mornington, Ph 5978 8396 fresh every season
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INDULGE YOUR SENSES WITH A TASTE OF TRADITION
It’s Caramel and it’s delicious!
Established in 2011, Caramelicious, is a French artisan caramel production outfit, a family owned business that has an obsession with one special delicacy, caramel! Producing four authentic natural handmade caramels, Salted Butter, Cocoa, Cocoa Hazelnut and Vanilla they have won the hearts of many culinary enthusiasts in Australia and internationally. French born Rémi, moved to Australia in 2003, to continue his career as a jockey. After a back injury in 2011. His recovery forced him to stay away from the track for several months. During his convalescence he indulged into his other passion: Cooking! He has turned his passion into a Caramelicious business, with the help of his wife, Breena who saw the potential in Rémi’s delicious caramel concoctions and the rest is living history.
HANDMADE FROM THE HIGHEST QUALITY LOCAL INGREDIENTS FREE FROM ARTIFICIAL COLOURS, FLAVOURS, & ADDED PRESERVATIVES. GLUTEN FREE.
So what’s so good about their caramel, you may ask? Rémi says their caramels are unique in their flavours and their recipe is over five generations old. “They have been hand-made with love, care and passion, not plonked together by some piece of machinery on a production line. The taste of our caramels is of course the best of traditional French caramel flavour and we use only the freshest, finest natural ingredients, which are measured prior to cooking to produce the perfect blend. Our caramel is also gluten free.” Rémi and Breena only use the freshest and finest ingredients available to make their exotic and unique caramels, “We slowly simmer the caramel in small batches in copper bowls to create a soft and buttery rich gourmet caramel. This allows us to control the temperature and flavour. Without good timing and patience, perfection cannot be made to create the smooth and tasty caramel.” Mornington Life readers can purchase Caramelicious’s products via phone, online or by visiting one of their market stalls around Victoria; at the Craft market Red-Hill at stand 298 or at the Mornington stand 89. Updates of Caramelicious’s market stalls and distributors can be found on their website. What adds to the uniqueness of their business is the fact that Caramelicious is environmentally sustainable, with a special developed Green Star rating packaging. Rémi says “We take environmental friendly products seriously; we use only recyclable products and reusable containers.” For more information: www.caramelicious.com.au P: MOBILE: 0435 096 398 E: sales@caramelicious.com.au WINTER
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VISIT US AT: THE CRAFT MARKETS RED HILL: STAND 298 MORNINGTON: STAND: 89
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NEW MIDDLE EASTERN restaurant for Mt Eliza
Waiting with anticipation as they rip the paper off the windows and the sign comes up open for business….YES My wife and I are so mad for Indian food that we went there for 6 weeks and nothing has come close to tasting like India until Rasoi opened. We waited for the craziness to die down and booked a couple of months later so we could get a table and not have to wait for hours on end.
Mt Eliza will soon see the opening of a new and highly anticipated restaurant, 1001 Nights. The restaurant, owned and operated by Mark and Nina Syawish, will feature traditional Middle-Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine, bringing a fresh new dining opportunity to the region.
Yes a Monday night, how civilised and easy to slide into the working week. It was still packed!
Mark and Nina are well-known members of the Mt Eliza community. The couple have lived in Mt Eliza for many years and are proud of their involvement in the local community and support of clubs through their (now sold) chicken shop.
Onion Bhjis to start with and vegetarian samosas, well that set the mood. Lightly fried and delicate in flavour the Spanish onion was a delight, followed by pastry that was like a melting moment filled with vegetable goodness for a samosa. As my son would say OMG!!!
The restaurant will be located centrally on the main corner of Mt Eliza’s shopping precinct, where Vogue House was previously located. As chef, Mark will bring inspiration from his experiences in working internationally to the table, and believes the restaurant will be a popular choice for locals.
We went for our predictable favourites, daah makani (was informed it was his father’s own special recipe) so could take that as good, bad or ugly and saag paneer mild. The serves came out with our added little friends; fragrant rice, mango chutney and raita. It smelled good, it looked good and it tasted great! Well done Rasoi for bringing simple yet great Indian food to Mt Martha. Take away I hear is a fairly long wait so ring in early. The BYO is a nice touch to a villagey feel that allows you to be in and out with out any real parking worries.
Making the venture to establishing the restaurant was an easy choice for the couple. “We wanted to bring something new and special to people from the area,” Mark said. “There are no restaurants that will be like it on the whole Mornington Peninsula, it will be a great surprise”. And open 7days from 4pm (5pm in Mt Eliza), now that’s another great idea! The Rasoi Mt Martha: 5 Bay Rd, Ph: 5974 2323 The Rasoi Mt Eliza: 26 Ranelagh Dve, Ph: 9775 3111
The restaurant is set to open in the coming months, and is sure to be a one-of-a-kind experience for locals and tourists alike. Keep an eye out for the announcement of the official opening night, an event not to be missed!
5 Bay Rd, Mt Martha PH 5974 2323 BYO
tandoori indian kitchens
Eat In or Take Away
26 Ranelagh Drive, Mt Eliza PH 9775 3111 Licensed & BYO Open 7 days from 5pm until late
find our menus at www.therasoi.net.au
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Rose GPO, Still a favourite Rosebud’s well-known and loved RoseGPO continues to offer up fantastic reasons to visit during the winter months. The quality food and relaxed atmosphere at RoseGPO restaurant is no secret to the locals, and throughout winter not only will it be open everyday as usual, but also you can expect some delicious new winter warmer meals on the menu. Think slow cooked and beautifully rich, amazing quality and an unpretentious dining experience awaits all who visit. Curry or beef and guinness pie by the fireplace and perhaps one of the restaurant’s local beers from Red Hill or Mornington Brewery will keep the winter chills at bay. Owner Sam Austen explains why the restaurant continues to be so popular. “We’ve created our own identity, with a seasonal changing menu and beers that are different to the mainstream. We keep having people come back”. And of course there’s the usual Friday and Saturday night live music, showcasing local artists at no extra cost to diners. “We now have two new members of the kitchen team,” says Sam. Tristan Steele from the Flinders Hotel and David Michie from T’Gallant are set to bring new and exciting
ideas to the table. “Their contributions will keep the menu fresh and exciting for customers”. As an exciting treat, on the 21st of June the RoseGPO will host Ron Vincent – Cat Stephens Tribute Show, a night of brilliant music and food to enjoy for all. The night will cost $65 per person and includes a dinner of two courses. “For something different the starter will be shared tapas, with a choice of one of seven iconic RoseGPO meals for main” Sam explains. A great night of classic RoseGPO food and music that will help you relive the glory days of 60’s and 70’s music? Book now to ensure your spot!
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For a cosy and feel-good destination to dine out this winter, RoseGPO will take care of both you and your family. - Pip Rust
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coming events at harba Mornington Jazz Festival: June 7-10 Charlotte Jane Trio-Friday, 9pm, $10. Shadows with Frank Bennett-Saturday, 7pm, $65 dinner show. Sarah Gardner-Sunday, 3pm, free. Pugsley Buzzard-Monday, 3pm, $10. Tickets at the door or call 5975 1183
Aurora MacKrill sing Orbison’s classics. $65 for 3 course dinner & show
The Roy ‘O’ Tribute Show-Friday, June 14 Back by popular demand, John Wells and
Robbie Williams Tribute Show-Friday, July 26 Let Paul Hogan entertain you with this cabaret show.
The Eagles Story-Saturday, June 15 At Harba’s partner venue, The Ranelagh Club in Mt Eliza. $65 for 3 course dinner & show. Bookings: 9787 0265 ext 2
HARBA HITS THE SPOT EVERY SEASON Enjoying a fresh lease on life, Harba Oyster Bar and Grill has risen to success based on a keen sense of providing what people want.
JUPPY’S MOVIE LAUNCH AT HARBA
At one time recently, plans were proposed to ‘knock the building down’ and construct something new. Those thoughts have now been shelved. ‘Visionary’ owner John Crossin has committed to a new lease and is currently embarking on plans to suit and celebrate. Small renovations and a nice lick of paint will come to be noticed. Apart from the addition of a few winter warmers, such as long-braised shanks, Harba’s now tried and true menu will stay largely the same over the chilly months. Harba’s fish is supplied from the monger in Main Street and as much local produce as possible is used - to help other local businesses survive. “Our seafood platter is better than superb and is incredible value at $99,” John said. “Last weekend a welltravelled customer told me that he had been all over the world and that our seafood platter was equal to the best anywhere.”
Live cabaret shows from tribute performers remain regular all year and on Sunday arvo songstress Sarah Gardner and friends have established a fine following. Diners can choose to sit on the screened front deck or inside on cushioned cane chairs that fit well with the contemporary feel.
The rice-cracker crusted tuna is served with lime-scented sticky rice, avocado wasabi mousse, a sweet carrot and dill salad. “It’s a phenomenal dish, absolutely magical,” said John.
Don’t miss the 2 course lunch for just $30 including a glass of house wine or pot of any beer. There are plenty to choose from on the menu and if you are on a business schedule, just let them know, you can easily indulge in this treat during your lunch hour !!!
Chef Brad sources Harba’s steaks from Mt Eliza Meats. The menu boasts five classy cuts including a #5 score wagyu strip loin grown on the Darling Downs. Tuesday is discount steak night.
Every Tuesday is still Steak & Oyster Night. Thursday night upstairs is Date Night, bring your own date or make one with Harba! It’s just $10 for nibbles and live music by Sarah Gardener 7:30pm till close!
Harba’s upstairs Sunset Bar serves as a function room and musical venue and has evolved to meld perfectly with the downstairs eatery.
Harba is located at 786 on the Esplanade in Mornington, phone 5975 1183. Open lunch and dinner Tuesday-Sunday
“Harba is a package aimed at giving people what they want in the friendliest way. My aim is to improve every aspect of that,” said manager Corin Peters.
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On Tuesday nights a regular troupe of young, seemingly entertainment-starved youth trot along for the unique muso’s-style event. A ticket to fun where the keen crew also play games like Jenga and Nintendo.
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ALL ROADS LEAD TO TERMINUS Making the most of Flinders Hotel’s unique position on the peninsula’s southern coast, newly appointed general manager Nicholas Parkinson-Bates aims to take the reborn hotel to greater heights. Formerly a manager at upmarket leisure group Amanresorts, throughout South East Asia, Nicholas lives at Red Hill with wife Amy and his two youngsters, Isabella and William. During his time as GM of The Islington Hotel in Tassie, it won the award for best boutique hotel in Australia. While the Flinders pub is all things to all people during the tourist season, at this time of year it becomes more of a destination in itself. A resting place. Combining, in one pub, boutique accommodation, a chef’s hat restaurant headed by award winning chef Pierre Khodja, and a contemporary bistro-come-public-bar, all largely within a perimeter of gardens, courtyards and alfresco dining. Flinders Hotel remains an icon in the region, with a legacy harking back to the 19th Century. Nicholas is excited about embracing his new role, teamed up with Pierre, to offer something special. “My position as GM is a new appointment and my challenge is to bring the many facets here together. I want people to come here and enjoy one great experience, and I am aiming to help that grow,” Nicholas said. “Terminus restaurant is a gem and people are often surprised by
what it is and where it is; tucked away in a busy hotel. It’s a lovely room; formal, minimal, but it’s really all about the food,” he added. Pierre subtly matches North African spices with high grade ingredients and traditional French methods and know-how. The teaming of tastes has garnered rave reviews and a Chef’s Hat in the 2013 Age Good Food Guide. A dedicated herb and vegie garden is thriving to the rear of the property. Beyond that, the finest local ingredients are enthusiastically embraced. Popular dishes include a fillet of local snapper partnered with mussels, saffron and ginger. Wagyu brisket is matched with prunes and apricots, leek, preserved lemon risotto and cauliflower. It is hard for words to do real justice to the combination of stimulating spices and subtle flavours that languish and linger. The bistro menu also features many a taste sensation such as sardine fritters with house-made harissa mayo. The smoked trout and organic chicken croquettes come with apple cider mayonnaise. The desserts, including Turkish delight soufflé, are to die for and are detailed on the pub’s website. Flinders Hotel is in Cook Street, phone 5989 0201. Web: flindershotel.com.au
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Rd Dromana has been transformed in just 12 months and manager Lori Smith says she wants to say a big ‘thank you’.
CALENDAR of EVENTS At Trofeo Estate JUNE ▪ Saturday 8th Australia’s First Amphora matured Pinot Noir Release Dinner (as part of the Winter Wine Weekend) ▪ Saturday 22nd Winter Solstice Celebration JULY ▪ Saturday 20th Wild Winter Warm Up ▪ Saturday 27th Feather and Fur Feast AUGUST ▪ Saturday 24th Amphorae Shiraz Release
THANK YOU ALL FOR THE WARM WELCOME
SEPT ▪ Sunday 1st Fathers Day Feast
It’s due in large part to the support of local people that the Trofeo Estate in Harrisons
When you look around today you see splendid, grounds and an Estate in full swing. It includes the busy Whispering Vines Café, an innovative vineyard and winery, specialising in terracotta amphorae wines and stylish accommodation for those interested in getting closer to the action. Already this venue has hosted stylish parties and happy weddings. In just seven months the café and cellar door have become a chosen destination for visitors and a favourite among the locals and that has etched an apparently permanent smile on the face of café manager, Lori Smith. “What is now the café was a dark and deserted building with no lights and no apparent purpose” “I just can’t tell you how what a great feeling it is to be given such
a warm welcome like the one people around here have given us”, said Lori, “they just keep coming and they tell us they have been waiting for years for what we provide”. “What we offer is thoughtful food; most of it is grown on the estate, served with a friendly smile at a reasonable price”. “I also want to reassure those people who have come on busy days and not been able to get in that it is worth the trip back, we will look after you”, said Lori. Lori is also very proud of the latest acquisition; a pastry cabinet which will be kept full of wonderful pastries and cakes by our very own, in house, pastry chef – we now look forward to offering Devonshire teas.
Refer to our website for more information www.trofeoestate.com
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We have 1,2 or 3 bedroom cottages available that will put everything you want within arm’s reach and you won’t have to drive home.
We reckon there is no better way to escape a busy life than a weekend in one of our cosy cottages. You can enjoy fresh produce from our abundant garden and savour all of the great food and wine offerings of Trofeo Estate.
Take a break from the rat race, relax and taste the good life. Oh and experience the joy of indulging in a copper bath in the moonlight. Just call 5981 8688 and book your break!
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At Trofeo we take great pride in growing as much of our produce as we possibly can and we follow biodynamic principles in our garden.
Whilst the garlic planted at the last full moon is pushing its green shoots up through the earth.
Recently lots of leafy vegetables have been planted in the green house. Including silverbeet, rhubarb grown from seed, spinach and asian greens. A variety of Lettuces have also been propagated for staggered transplanting in order to provide all
‘The Natural start to your day’
In the ground, Winter veggies such as broad beans and delicious sweet green peas have been planted.
Breakfast 8am-12pm OPEN 7 DAYS
The last of the aubergines and capsicums are being harvested, whilst the tomatoes hang upside down, containing the precious seeds for next season’s crop.
…Allpress organic coffee, biodynamic milk, organic and estate grown ingredients
The first turnips have made their way into the roasting dish, and the Jerusalem artichokes are being converted into creamy yummy soup.
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Cellar Door- open from 10-5:00pm 7 days a week, the cellar door not only provides wine tasting and sales direct to the public but also offers a range of Trofeo Estate produce and products for sale, from Olive Oil grown on the family olive groves in Samos Greece to fruit and preserves made from local produce.
2012 No.85 Pinot Noir
The No.85 Pinot Noir is displaying a bright, vibrant colour representative of the superb vintage conditions in 2012. Lively red fruits, particularly raspberries, are dominant on the nose. On the palate they are met with a touch of sweet spice resulting in lovely complexity that joyfully lingers. Structurally this wine is already harmonious, and will no doubt reward cellaring.
2012 No.85 Amabile Rosso
This delightful sweet red is in a class of its own. The wine has been created using a blend of Pinot noir and Muscat petite le grains blanc. On approach this highly aromatic wine displays notes of ripe red plum, black cherry and mulberries. On the palate candied red fruit flavours dominate on a sweet
smooth entry. The finish is long and refreshingly dry, perfect for such companions as pizza and pasta.
Lunch 12pm-4pm Open 7 days
Coming Soon Our 2012 Trofeo Estate Pinot Noir that has been exclusively matured in Florentine Terracotta Amphorae. This unique approach has created an Australian Pinot Noir of unmatched freshness and intensity. Aromas include sweet strawberry, cherry and red currants, with the characteristic sweet spice of a cool climate Pinot Noir. Our pinot Noir has a length of palate which displays intense fruit purity, in perfect harmony with its’ aroma, and a body which will undoubtedly reward time in the cellar. Extremly limited stock.
Weddings at Trofeo Estate
Wine tasting 7 days a week
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SKILL UP AT THE
EPICUREAN
Showcasing the finest wines and local produce the Mornington Peninsula region has to offer, the Red Hill Epicurean experience is one of luxury and indulgence. And now there are even more reasons to visit this incredible venue, with its range of exciting classes, mid-week offers and winter wines on show. Roll up your sleeves and transform your cooking skills into an art form by joining one of the winter master classes at the Red Hill Epicurean. Learn how to create mouth-watering fresh pasta, master a tricky sourdough loaf or get shown the tricks of the trade when it comes to butchering meat. Let the Epicurean’s talented baker Darren walk you through the art of making a scrumptious sourdough, which he says is always a challenge to bake to perfection. Dine on your own yummy bread paired with tasty salami and a glass of wine once you have completed the course. Or step into the rustic barrel room and learn how to make your own fresh pasta with one of the Epicurean’s renowned chefs. This fun, hands-on class will even show you how to select the perfect wine to accompany your meal. You can also explore the fascinating process of curing meat, or spend time learning how to butcher beef, pork or chicken in order to minimise wastage. Each Epicurean Master Class will run for two hours, with all participants given a recipe book to take home. The Epicurean will also be supporting Peninsula locals this winter by offering a range of mid-week dinner deals throughout the months of June and July. Enjoy 15% off your total bill on Monday nights or $10 pizza and soft drink deals for the kids on Tuesdays. Wednesday is Pizza Night, where you can indulge in one of the delectable woodfired pizzas for only $20, while Peninsula Wine Night on Thursdays will allow you to bring your own local wine to enjoy with dinner for a $10 corkage charge. The Epicurean’s innovative venue features an atriumstyle restaurant, wine tasting area, onsite bakery and café and cheese larder. Boasting ‘every wine to satisfy every palette’, there is something for everyone. Don’t forget the Epicurean will also be part of the famous Winter Wine Weekend (June 8-10), showcasing more than 50 Mornington Peninsula wines and a range of superb local produce. And, for the first time, individual restaurant bookings are now being taken from Monday to Friday due to popular demand. Weekend bookings will remain for groups of 10 or more customers only. The Epicurean is located at 165 Shoreham Rd, Red Hill. Phone 5989 4000 or visit www. redhillepicurean.com.au. WINTER
JP is a local foodie and regular diner at restaurants and cafes across the peninsula, in this column he gives a rundown of his experiences each season
Shop Ate Cafe and Store Mt Eliza
Food from owner Guy Mirabella is always a treat. He has a small shop that has to be one of the most popular eating and coffee spots in Mt. Eliza. My wife and I entered this cute little arrangement and sat down to our lunch. I had chosen the Penne Matriciana and my partner had chosen the leek and feta tart. The food was wonderful, home cooked, simple, well presented, fresh and filling. The serves were just right. This place is a little squeezy, but only if you want a little privacy over lunch (so maybe that’s not really required). That sharing vibe certainly adds a good feeling, bunched up all together and all there for the same purpose, good food. I have to go back for the breakfast experience, as it looks spectacular. Another wonderful addition to this little gem is the extensive catering options that range from hampers, weekends, cards, private dinners, cocktail parties, Christmas functions etc. The menu is simply an inspiration and for anything you may have on the horizon I am sure you and your guests will love it.
would be nice to think that local produce supporters can ramp it up in their food as well as their choice in drinks. Somers General Store 2 The Boulevard, Somers Ph: 5983 2070
GRAZEN CAFE & THE LOFT Well coffee is becoming more and more of a delight on the Mornington Peninsula and Corey and his ever friendly team have it sorted. Campos coffee surprisingly is not anywhere else that I can see on the peninsula and this bean trader has the essential mix to get your day started. Set on Racecourse Road, parking is easy, décor simple and food that complements take out or sit down. Corey is a true foodie and its shows in his menu.
You will not be disappointed.
I cannot wait to trawl through the delights he has on offer, the choice is extensive and also child friendly. Watch this space as I will be back for more.
ShopAte 8/87 Mt Eliza Way, Mt Eliza Ph: 9787 0288
Grazen Cafe & The Loft 4/2a Carbine Way, Mornington Ph 5976 8478
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RESTAURANT Soy of Mornington
The setting is something out of a storybook, the long and winding road until you get to the end and there’s the beach. The salty air wafts and takes you away as you step into the old world general store. Washed floor boards, eclectic signage and bits and bobs scattered all around. Yes I have been transported somewhere else. The service was personal and warm, house-made bread came out with dukkah and this was delicious, the bread had been flame grilled lightly dressed with oil and a perfect starter to the evening. I love the fact that all drinks were locally sourced from the beer to the red and white wines and such a great selection. Well done. The belly pork came out next and I must say a daring attempt at something new. Belly pork slow roasted on a bed of fennel and barley risotto just didn’t generate any excitement. The risotto seemed out of place, the pear slices on top lacked flavour and the belly pork was missing the crackling to excite the dimension I was looking for. It was a generous serve and I feel east meets west on this occasion did not work so well. To follow, my partner was presented ginger and soy glazed salmon; with wilted bok choy, vermicelli and sesame salad. This was also presented beautifully, vibrant colours and a good size serve. Once the meal was underway comment was made that the vermicelli was well over cooked and seemed like a ball of rice mush. The salmon was perfectly cooked and the bok choy complemented it very well. All in all food on the peninsula has started to really raise the bar, Somers has the potential to be one of the greats, although it has attempted to do something out of the box, it may be that they just didn’t get there on this occasion. It
The only restaurant that I have found offering yum cha daily for lunch. The setting is very modern with an Asian flair of the 30’s. This second generation family of Chinese restaurants has got it right. Reading some reviews online I was aware service, prices and MSG could be a problem. Don’t believe everything you read online! I walked in and immediately saw a spacious, friendly, fresh and inviting dining area. Now let’s get down to business, Yum Cha is what I came for: bean curd rolls, chicken feet with black bean, ox tripe with black bean and turnip pastry are about as extreme as they come for the sleepy Peninsula. I must say these were not the favourites on our table. The table did gobble down prawn dumplings, spare ribs, spring rolls, deep fried won tons, king prawn on toast, pan fried pork dumplings and sharks fin dumplings between mutterings of ‘mmm’, ‘great’ and ‘any more’. The bamboo steamers came out one after the other as we enjoyed the YUM CHA experience, premium wines and beverages complemented including traditional Chinese green tea. This is a great experience for old and new lovers of Chinese food. Getting charged for dipping sauces was a bit cheeky at $2.50 each but I do understand it was the Chinese who invented money after all! If you want to say thankyou in Chinese, try saying doh-jayh. Restaurant Soy Upstairs 25a Main Street, Mornington Ph: 5975 531 download our App Peninsula Life, SMS App@PL to 0427 800 800
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Manhattan in Mornington Manhattan in Mornington has certainly made an impact since its opening just six months ago. Without a doubt the restaurant is an unexpected gem, hidden just off Main Street Mornington. With an open dining room that is relaxed yet stylish, the restaurant is setting the standard for local dining. Not only has the restaurant become a favourite for locals, but each day its increasing popularity is earning Manhattan in Mornington a stellar reputation. Owner and maître-d’ Rose says she is excited by how quickly her restaurant has become known to the community “already having regulars is so fantastic”. The restaurant prides itself on modern Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. With seasonal produce specials and desserts that are simply sinful, it cannot be ignored for a foodie experience – and best of all, the restaurant is open seven days, 10am for breakfast ‘till late. Pop by at any time during the day and be greeted by friendly staff that can treat you to morning tea. Need a destination for coffee and a bite to eat between lunch and dinner? The kitchen doesn’t close, so make this your destination for those afternoon catch-ups, or perhaps a sneaky cocktail on the heated and enclosed outdoor balcony before dinner. “We are starting High Tea on Sunday” Rose explains. Ring to make an enquiry about enjoying a lazy lunch High Tea style at Manhattan in Mornington. With an elegant style and fantastic menu, Manhattan in Mornington is an obvious choice for your next lunch or dinner out. Have a big group? Not a problem. The restaurant’s mezzanine floor is perfect for groups of 25 or more. Not only this, but on both Wednesday and Thursday nights, as well as Sunday mornings, you can catch live music with your meal. Do you need any more excuses to go? We don’t think so! - Pip Rust
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at The Royal “There is so much going on at The Royal Hotel!” tells owner Philippa Shaw, and it’s true. Winter does not mean any slowing down for the historic Mornington pub.
Both the Bistro and Tavern provide a cosy place to dine for lunch and dinner. Most exciting is the introduction of a brand new separate menu specially designed for the Tavern. “The new menu was introduced in February and since then has seen great popularity” Philippa explains. The pub classic meals cost less than $20 – enjoy a burger or
steak sandwich, or perhaps nachos and fish ‘n chips. Each meal is made with passion from quality ingredients; best enjoyed in the famous beer garden with views extending over the bay to the city, or for those colder days inside by the lovely warm fire. The Bistro is also offering up some irresistible deals for winter, with a two course lunch for just $30 on weekdays, all pub classics for $20 on Mondays, a seafood platter for two for just $60 on Wednesdays, and the famous soup and roast for $29.50 on Thursdays. So instead of wondering what’s for dinner, let the guys at The Royal do all the hard work for you! The ever-popular High Tea will also be taking place at The Royal soon, on each Sunday from 3pm in the stunning Victoriana room – who can resist those tiny cakes, sandwiches and tea?! “As an excited participant in 2013’s Mornington Winter Jazz Festival, the dining room will be transformed into a jazz club the two nights of the 7th and 8th of June” says Philippa. Enjoy talented artists Vince Jones on Friday and Andy Cowan on Saturday playing their cool tunes during your Royal dinner. For all enquiries, let the team at The Royal Hotel help you out. Call 5975 8555, or visit www.morningtonjazz.com.au to book a spot for the Jazz Festival. - Pip Rust
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PIER 10 HAS IT ALL Head to Pier 10 Restaurant and Cellar Door this winter and spend an afternoon catching up with friends by the large open fireplace, whilst enjoying a glass of beautiful Shiraz or Pinot Noir amongst the rolling hills of Shoreham. Pier 10 is the perfect place to sample local produce, taste estate grown wine and enjoy great food. Pier 10 is known as “the home of sparkling wines on the Mornington Peninsula” and is one of the few establishments where all stages of the wine making process take place on the property.
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The contemporary Pier 10 shed houses the relaxed country restaurant which overlooks the vineyard. The restaurant offers casual yet professional service, delicious estate wines and stunning food by chef Steve Davidson. Find out for yourself why the locals keep coming back to enjoy this dining experience. Pier 10 Restaurant offers something for everyone with tapas items at $12.50, a two course lunch special for $35 and a full al a carte menu. No matter your tastes Pier 10 can cater to your needs and give you real value for money. Each week fresh dishes appear on the menu from delicious sticky pork ribs for $12.50 to a winter delight of slow braised Gippsland lamb with spiced zucchini, toasted almonds and saffron mash for $31.50. With a large lawn in front of the restaurant for the kids to play on and a full bocce court for the big kids to play on – everyone will be enjoying themselves! For a great night out we recommend you try a candlelit dinner at Pier 10 on a Friday or Saturday night. “At night the restaurant really comes into its own” Stuart Baker, owner, explains. “Simple lighting, Steve’s amazing creations and stunning sunsets viewed from every table in the room, live music... what more could you want.”
LUNCH SPECIAL:
For a great lunch special on the Mornington Peninsula the Pier 10 lunch special is without doubt the best – 2 courses $35 / 3 courses $42. Great choices, menu changing weekly. Available Thursday – Saturday (excluding long weekends and public holidays)
LIVE MUSIC EVERY SUNDAY
– See website for details Open for lunch: every Thursday through to Sunday Open for dinner: every Friday and Saturday nights.
THE CELLAR AT PIER 10
The Cellar will be buzzing along all winter – the pot belly fire will be blazing, the new leather chairs ready to be pulled up in front of the fire while you share in a superb Pinot Noir or Shiraz, maybe a crisp white or glass of bubbles. A cheese platter or gourmet pizza can be WINTER
enjoyed with your wine in the newest little locals hangout in Shoreham. Pier 10’s cellar door has had a revamp, come in and enjoy a visit. Sue and Madonna would love to take you on a journey of the estate grown wines and suggest a tasting plate to enjoy with a matched glass of wine.
Wine tastings and sales:
12 -5pm every Thursday – Sunday Light platters and gourmet pizza available Friday – Sunday
UPCOMING EVENTS AT PIER 10 Spanish Dinner: Saturday 22nd June 2013
3 course dining experience - Tapas, Paella, Churros and so much more! $70 per person - Live music Visit website or Facebook page to view the full menu BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL: 5989 8848 Winter Wine Weekend: 6 - 10 June 2013 Come in for some spectacular wine sales, special tastings, delicious food and live music at Pier 10. Open for lunch, wine tastings and sales: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday Open for dinner: Friday, Saturday and Sunday Live music – Saturday night: Renee Prue Live music - Sunday lunch: Mojo Pearls
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Local singer, Renee Prue, will be entertaining Pier 10 guests on Saturday nights in June. An intimate session of jazz classics and easy listening ballads sets the atmosphere for a relaxing candlelit dinner. Renee’s beautiful voice is not to be missed! Visit the website or check out the ad for winter hours BOOKINGS: 5989 8848 download our App Peninsula Life, SMS App@PL to 0427 800 800
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WARM UP AT BOATHOUSE On a cold winter’s day nothing is more satisfying than tucking into a delicious, hearty meal. So come warm your insides at The Boathouse Restaurant, with the range of succulent slow cooked and braised delights now on the menu. From melt-in-your-mouth lamb shanks and osso bucco to rich cassoulet of braised rabbit, you will want to try each and every one of these tantalising new dishes. The change in season also signals the return of the popular Mid Week Winter Warmer, which includes a two course meal and glass of Crackerjack wine for just $37.50. Now is also the perfect time to join The Boathouse VIP Members Club, where you will have access to a swag of exclusive offers, discounts and event invitations. Be the first to hear about seductive seasonal menu changes and special events such as beer and wine appreciation dinners. Upcoming events include a June degustation dinner in conjunction with Quealy and Balnarring Vineyard wines, Christmas in July and a Beef, Burgundy and Beer night in conjunction with Mornington Peninsula Brewery to be held in August. There are even birthday and anniversary offers to help you celebrate your special day with friends and loved ones. Better still, sign up to the VIP members club today and you’ll
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receive a free $30 dining voucher. Membership is free, all you have to do is visit www.theboathouserestaurant. com.au and register. Tucked away off Frankston’s Nepean Highway and boasting a secluded garden setting, The Boathouse provides a warm and relaxed atmosphere. Offering upmarket dining at affordable prices, the comprehensive menu boasts a variety of sharing and starter plates, individual entrée and main dishes as well as homemade pastas and risotto. The decadent array of desserts are all made in-house and the extensive range of wine, beer and cocktails will surely satiate any thirst. Of course, no visit to The Boathouse Restaurant would be complete without a stroll through the adjoining Brialyn Boathouse Gallery. The gallery features a dynamic display of original artworks by established and up-and-coming artists, all at reasonable prices. With a strong emphasis on supporting local talent, you’ll find that many of the pieces, which include paintings, sculptures, pottery and hand-crafted artisan jewellery, have been created right here by Peninsulabased artists. So grab your coat, grab some friends and head to the Boathouse Restaurant and Gallery for a day of comforting cuisine and inspirational art. You’ll love every moment, and your tastebuds will thank you for it.
$30 5 VIP GIVEAWAY
Frankston’s iconic Boathouse Restaurant in conjunction with the new Crackerjack Waterfront Cafe in Seaford, are proud to launch their VIP Members Club. As a way of giving a little back to our loyal customers we are offering you the chance to claim a $30 Boathouse dining voucher when you become a subscriber to our VIP Members Club. Be the first to find out about tempting seasonal menu changes, seasonal events such as Christmas in July, wine appreciation dinners, live music on the deck and perhaps a little something special to help celebrate your birthday. Simply log on to one of our websites, click on the VIP link, fill out your details and we’ll do the rest.
BELLA BALNARRING RESTAURANT Award-winning Italian woodfired pizza is the house specialty at Ciao Bella. Oozing warmth and charm, Ciao Bella represents a labour of love for owners Claudio and Marisa, who spent months renovating this gorgeous Balnarring eatery. Today Ciao Bella and is all about relaxed, casual dining in a cosy yet vibrant environment. Come warm yourself by the fire while Claudio and the team prepare you an authentic thin crust woodfired pizza using genuine Italian cooking traditions, quality ingredients and freshly prepared hand-pressed dough. Unlike other pizzerias, Ciao Bella even has its own onsite herb and vegie garden – it doesn’t get much fresher than that! Herbs including oregano, basil, parsley, verbena and rosemary are plucked straight from the plant, and in season you’ll also find zucchini, beans, cucumbers, fennel and cauliflower thriving.
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Claudio and Marisa say their heritage and their garden are the inspiration for their renowned cuisine, which has been recognised in a swag of restaurant and catering awards since 2010. “The menu is designed around produce harvested from our garden and products sourced from local suppliers around the Peninsula.” Ciao Bella offers daily specials including mouth-watering homemade pasta dishes like ravioli with osso bucco and pumpkin tortelloni with goats’ cheese and walnuts, and fresh seafood. They also have an extensive range of Mornington Peninsula and Italian wines. Pizzas from $10-23, with salads and home-made desserts also available. Ciao Bella is located at 2998 Frankston-Flinders Rd, Balnarring. Bookings are recommended on 5931 3098. www.ciaobellapizza.com.au or find them on Facebook. Check Winter hours. fresh every season
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THE GALLERY BAR A RUNAWAY SUCCESS The Gallery Bar and Grill is a real paradise for the senses with a light, fresh and creative menu, plus many of the classics Rob Licciardo is famous for. Chef Rob Licciardo’s influence is obvious, boasting the latest trends in food from his recent stint in the UK. Rob helped open the stylish restaurant The Cocktail Club and befriended top celebrities from the UK show The Restaurant which, in the end, was won by Aussies.
Rob Licciardo with Raymond Blanc and David Moore from The Restaurant
tapas & gourmet pizzas cocktail bar fresh creative menu try Rob’s classics in the brassierie
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They have several areas for your dining pleasure, you can sit back and enjoy the latest sporting events on Foxtel in the cocktail bar or enjoy fine dining in the brasserie. For the past three years Rob has been cultivating his craft in the UK, with successful chefs Raymond Blanc, JJ Goodman and Aussie export Shane Osborn. Licciardo was head chef opening Blanc & Goodman’s London Cocktail Club. He was also head chef at The Moat located in Port Isaac, Cornwall and frequently featured in the UK TV series Doc Martin. After returning to Australia, Licciardo decided he wanted to bring a city-feel to Mount Eliza. “I’ve lived in Mount Eliza all my life,” Licciardo explains, “It’s a great place to be. I love surfing, horse riding and competing in triathlons. I just wanted to give this place a fresh modern look; the sophistication of London nestled amongst the beauty of Mount Eliza.” Start the night at the gallery bar and grill with some decadent, price-friendly cocktails or choose from the extensive wine list, then head over to the restaurant where your tastebuds will be titillated. Perhaps you could start off with raw yellow kingfish with accents of lime, green chilli and coconut cream. Licciardo recommends the flamed grilled duck with blackberry sauce and celeriac purée for mains. Then you could finish off with a chocolate marshmallow soufflé with homemade vanilla bean ice cream. Tapas is available, for those who enjoy grazing and sharing. Paella can be ordered for groups who will enjoy the combination of flavours only found in this classic Spanish dish. And if you are looking for a place to celebrate a special occasion,
the gallery bar and grill has an expansive menu of delicious finger food. Come in for lunch or dinner from Wednesday onwards; breakfast is offered on Saturdays and Sundays; or if you’re in a rush, order takeaway food and a coffee from the kiosk. Licciardo describes the warm atmosphere: “This place is definitely friendly, everyone feels welcome.” Licciardo isn’t afraid of a slightly younger crowd, “I love the youth, they bring in energy and I tap into that.” Trying to create harmony in his food is what Licciardo enjoys most by using the freshest ingredients. “I want to create flavours which will heighten a person’s tastebuds.” Open Wednesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner plus available for weddings, functions and takeaways. 1408 Nepean Hwy Mt Eliza ph 9787 2001. fresh every season mornington life
IT’S NEW IN FRANKSTON
AND IT’S AMAZING Excitement is mounting over the launch of Frankston’s hottest new nightspot, The Deck Bar. This new wine and tapas bar on the corner of Davey Street and Nepean Highway is expected to be open in midlate June and promises to deliver a unique, sophisticated dining experience for the over-25s market. Transforming a well-known heritage-listed building into a trendy rooftop beer garden that overlooks the bay, The Deck will be the perfect meeting place for after work drinks, a quick snack or sneaky glass of wine. Head chef Kacey Byrne, formerly of the Pavillion, will be cooking up modern Australian cuisine with a twist. Using fresh local ingredients, his mouth-watering menu will feature a range of culinary delights including sweet potato arancini with smoked tomato aioli and yellowfin tuna bruschetta. Yum! And if tapas-style sharing isn’t your thing, or you want something heartier to get you through the chilly nights, you can opt instead for one of The Deck’s delicious mains, like the eye fillet, seafood linguine or wagyu beef burger, for just $18-25.
Complementing this ever-changing food menu will be a full range of wines, beers and cocktails, plus regular promotions designed to showcase the best of Mornington Peninsula’s wineries and breweries. With a warm and eclectic décor, including two cosy fireplaces, plus Friday night footy on the big screen, live music Saturdays and Sunday’s rooftop barbecues, the Deck will have something for everyone. Also boasting three separate and soundproof function areas, the venue will be able to cater to any type of corporate or social event, seminars and birthday parties. There will also be free Wi-Fi onsite and lunchtime specials for local workers. “You can escape the office on a sunny afternoon, grab your laptop, come sit on the deck and have a cheeky glass of wine,” owner Stewart Brasier says. “Or you could just pull a sickie and not go in to work at all.” Just watch out if you do take a sickie and head to The Deck Bar. Chances are your boss will be there too! The Deck Bar will be open from 11am til late seven days per week. P. (03) 9783 1003 E. hello@thedeckbar.net.au
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PICTURE PERFECT The Rocks has established itself as Mornington’s premiere waterfront restaurant, offering spectacular views, family friendly dining and a comprehensive menu of share plates, seafoods, salads and desserts. Not one to rest on its laurels, this iconic establishment is gearing up for a mammoth winter brimming with exciting new dishes, special theme nights and a host of generous offers. June is roast month at The Rocks and head chef Xavier Nailty will be creating a variety of succulent, mouth-watering meat dishes to coincide with the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival’s “The Roast Collection” promotion. Throughout the month you might find yourself feasting on tasty roast pork, tender lamb shoulders or organic, grain-fed chicken marinated in dark ale. Each roast will be designed for sharing between two or four people – the perfect hearty meal for all the family to enjoy. The start of winter will also kick off Mexican Fiesta Fridays, where each week an array of delicious Mexican-style plates will be added to the menu, including great value tostaditas, tacos and nachos from just $4-6, and quesadillas from $12. Wash down these tasty treats with your choice of rich sangria, salty margaritas or Mexican beers. Say ‘Ciao’ to Tuesdays’ Risotteria Nights. Let the Italian chefs and waiters tantalise your tastebuds with a selection of regional risottos at just $20 for adults and $10 for children. There will also be Italian-themed desserts and appetizers and, of course, bevante (drinks). Bellissimo! As if this is not enough to whet your appetite, The Rocks is famous for its fresh seafood, including the popular
Mornington mussels, scrumptious steaks and offers a variety of Asian-themed dishes. The share plates have become a popular choice with both families and friendship groups because they offer a trendy, social way of eating that is also cost effective. The Rocks is fully licensed and features two seperate dining areas: the covered deck and the dining room. The dining room features a charming collection of light fittings made from recycled maritime objects like lifesavers and fishing nets. But the covered deck is where all the action happens because while everyone knows the bay is the place to be in summer, it is also an equally captivating presence in winter. So come sit on the deck, enjoy a coffee or sip a full-bodied red feeling all toasty while you watch the waves crashing over the pier. The Rocks is open for breakfast and lunch seven days a week and dinner Monday to Saturday. Visit www.therocksmornington.com.au or phone 5973 5599 to make a booking.
3 DUCKS MODERN EUROPEAN Dave Morley’s idea was seeded eight years ago, around the time he has his first child. It was a desire to establish a modern family eatery in his home town; a place that offered good quality dining that would be relaxed and affordable. The result? 3 Ducks, a popular new eatery featuring a modern European Menu. With mains kept under $30 and show bags for kids (so they stay busy while Mum and Dad chat over a glass of wine!) 3 Ducks is breathing new life into the tired Mt Eliza food scene. Dave grew up on the Peninsula before living most of his adult life in Melbourne, but has recently returned to the area with Tobey and their three children. The couple also owns Six Keys in Beaumaris, which has been running successfully for the past four years and, to their delight, was awarded four stars in The Age last year.
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Dave has worked at well-known venues such as Victoria Hotel, Half Moon Brighton and the Prince of Wales in St Kilda. After meeting his wife, the pair had several businesses together including Mode Restaurant Bar St Kilda, The Southern Cross and The Clarendon Hotels and eventually Six Keys. Dave says the Three Ducks is based on the same concept as the successful Six Keys. With a focus on French and Italian culinary styles, 3 Ducks’ head chef Milan Cushway, formerly of France-Soir in South Yarra, Brighton Baths and Bistro Thierry in Toorak, will be cooking up a range of hearty winter meals this season. These will include delectable cassoulet dishes, delicious rustic pies and Sunday roasts, plus a range of soups to warm your belly, and not to mention plenty of duck! The restaurant has been renovated and completely redesigned by Tobey. It has been opened up and transformed
with an eclectic ‘modern’ vintage feel. A mixture of old and new melded together create a comfortable and charming space, gives a unique styling and sets the venue apart from others in the area. 3 Ducks has a swag of vegetarian options and 90 per cent of its menu is gluten free. There are also more than 70 wines on the wine list, including a solid range of Peninsula varieties. For a modern family dining experience that ticks all the boxes, you can’t pass by 3 Ducks. Even the kids will love it! 34 Mt Eliza Way, Mt Eliza Open lunch and dinner Tues to Sun. Ph: 9787 0200 www.3ducks.com.au fresh every season
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Didn’t we enjoy a lovely long summer? Balmy warm days seemed to go from October through to April this year. So many customers enjoyed taking their meals in the garden and the open deck. Children were still chasing balls and playing right up to the end of daylight saving. It was very enjoyable but the rain needed to come and finally autumn arrived.
$10 Tradie Lunch every weekday. That hot lunch is quite often enjoyed by our seniors as well.
With the onset of the cooler days our need for warming food starts. No longer are we looking for salads and light meals, we now demand hearty soups and filling casseroles.
And if you really just want to curl up in front of the fire in your pjs, then you can call through, pick up a take away and still enjoy a lovely meal at home.
These are the changes that occur to the restaurant’s menu and this year we are striving to provide more slow cooked options for our customers to enjoy. We are aiming to provide the food that the average person enjoys but doesn’t have time for. Our Head Chef Brent Gould excels at this style of cooking and quite often has lamb shanks slow cooking for 6 hours or wagyu brisket simmering for up to 10 hours.
We have started our Wednesday night roast which consists of 2 courses for $22. Quite often this is the night to gather the family together for a catch up meal that Mum doesn’t have to cook.
Yes, Heritage Tavern is now offering a Take Away service. Whether it is pub style parma and chips, a gourmet pizza, meals for the kids or a sumptuous slow cooked option, you can now phone or email your order through. As part of our May offer we are promoting our locally produced Mock Sparkling Pear Juice.
Gail Loveridge Our kitchen loves to create interesting soup and pies daily. Call Heritage Tavern & Restaurant Balnarring in for an inexpensive lunch in front of the fire. We still have our PICTURES: From the Heritage Ball at the Heritage Tavern in April
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LED LIGHTING TO REDUCE POWER BILLS With Winter here, most of us will spend more time at home and this means more power consumption, especially through heating and lighting. We need to find ways of reducing our power bill and one way to help this is by changing the halogen downlights in our homes to NEW LED downlights. No more worrying about rising electricity bills. Watch your lighting power consumption drop when you convert your Halogen lights for NEW LED lights. Example...Convert just 10 downlights in your household, more often the most used, and cut your power consumption from 500W to just 100W per hour, as an added bonus all LED downlights come with a 3 year warranty and last up to 10 times longer than your standard halogen lamp, which saves money and time. CES has a showroom fitted out with LED downlights for you to view, making it easier to learn more about LED’s and choose the right LED light for you. Winter is also a great time to light up your gardens and house, with the darker nights gardens look amazing with path or tree lights or even your driveway and entrance lit up, you’ll be sure to impress your guests. If you have existing garden and outdoor lighting, replacing your old halogen lights with new LED’s again reduces your power consumption. Make the switch today and save.
Heatstrip Radiant Outdoor Heaters. These offer stylish, unobtrusive, minimalist design with multiple mounting options. You will be amazed at the gentle, comfortable warmth that radiates from the Heatstrip Heaters and the running costs will amaze you too! Less than 50c per hour in comparison to patio gas heaters that can cost up to $3.80 per hour. While you’re enjoying the warmth, liven the party with SONOS music, the newest wireless technology, that has an unbelievable sound that can be streamed into any room or even better have different music in each room, all controlled from your ipad, android or computer. Enjoy a universe of music everyday, your itunes library, your favourite music services and free internet radio stations, shows and podcasts. Want surround sound that will make your hair stand on end! Again SONOS Music can produce the highest quality sound that will make your favourite movies come to life. The NEW Sonos Play Bar is here, its nine speaker design floods any room, with super realistic audio for games and movies, huge waves of live concert sound and wireless streams of all the music on earth and it all comes from one easy-to-use player that brings HiFi sound to your Hi-Definition TV. So whatever you’re after this winter at Connected Electrical Solutions can help and if needed provide local qualified electricians to do the job.
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CUSTOM DESIGNED IS WHAT THEIR CUSTOMERS WANT Sorrento Furniture prides itself on being a family owned and operated business in which all products are designed and manufactured right here on the Mornington Peninsula. With a talented and dedicated team who specialise in custom designed sofas, sectional lounges, armchairs and ottomans, it is easy to see why Sorrento Furniture has become one of Australia’s premier boutique furniture manufacturers. Company directors Gerard and Cynthia Walsh strive to deliver the finest quality in each and every project they undertake.
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They have proudly welcomed their son, Jason, into the company fold and have enjoyed watching him excel as their upholstery apprentice.
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Gerard, an upholsterer of 39 years himself, is a strong believer in keeping traditional craftsmanship alive. With his keen eye for detail, he doesn’t mind doing things the hard way, so long as it produces the best results. Thus, it has been disheartening for him to witness a decline in the industry.
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“You can’t find anyone with traditional upholstery qualifications these days - it just isn’t practiced anymore,” Gerard said. “I’m still using techniques that were around hundreds of years ago. It is about bringing that quality, that traditional background, and reinterpreting it for today’s contemporary market.”
Sorrento Furniture’s ability to produce beautiful, lovingly crafted yet modern pieces to suit the buyer’s individual taste has led to its growth in popularity. The Mornington-based company also designs and manufactures dining chairs, banquette seating and upholstered beds and bedheads. A full re-upholstery service for clients’ cherished furniture and antiques is also available. They have successfully manufactured stunning sofas for independent retailers, architects and interior designers across Australia, and right now are showing no signs of slowing down. Set for expansion in the coming months, Sorrento Furniture is about to introduce a range of exciting new contemporary designs to its collection. Watch this space!
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HERBS, HOME & FAMILY We all know how frustrating it can be trying to come up with a great gift idea for the person who has everything. In fact, it was this very dilemma that led to the arrival of Mornington’s fabulous new gift shop bayleaves. Owner Michelle Scarff came up with the innovative idea while trying to put together a herb garden as a Christmas present for her sister. “A personalised herb garden was nowhere to be found, let alone the accessories I needed for my unique gift idea,” Michelle explains. “As I potted an arrangement of herbs and put together my own hamper of garden and hand care products, the idea came to me.”
décor, plus a range of garden products. You’ll also find herbal teas, cookbooks, soaps, sauces and spreads. Throw in items like Laura Ashley gumboots, Yarra Valley gourmet chocolates and even an assortment of herb-infused pet food and you’ll start to get an idea of the eclectic range. bayleaves stocks a variety of locallymade wares including soaps and skin care from Pamilli in Mt Martha, delicious jams and chutneys from Joys of Red Hill and Pure Peninsula Honey. But despite this wonderful abundance of gift ideas, Michelle really loves helping her customers create their very own herb gardens. She has over 30 varieties and can help tailor a herb garden to suit your individual ideas, budget and cooking preferences.
bayleaves can be summed up by the simple yet eloquent catchphrase above “Herb gardens can not only add its entranceway: “Home, herbs and different tastes and variety to your family”. meals, but you are also doing your bit It has quality gift ideas that are both for the environment and saving money beautiful and useful, everything from on buying herbs at the supermarket,” fresh herbs – seasonally bought from Michelle said. local Mornington Peninsula growers – You will love stepping into bayleaves and dried spices, to home and kitchen when you are basking in the aromas
of fresh herbs, candles and soaps. This centrally-located store in the heart of Main Street has been beautifully decorated, and even has an adorable backyard courtyard. Fill up a basket with your favourite products or ask Michelle to create a unique gift hamper for you. She also offers a gift wrapping service with all purchases. So next time you’re searching for a great gift idea for Mum, Dad, friends or even children, be sure to check out the wonderful range at bayleaves. There really is something for everyone. www.bayleaves.com.au
HOMEMAKER CENTRE GOES FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH We are lucky on the Peninsula to have such a fabulous one stop centre as the Peninsula Homemaker Centre with two highly visible entry points via Bungower Road or Nepean Highway in Mornington. Peninsula Homemaker Centre is owned and managed by BB Retail Capital, joining a large portfolio of Homemaker Centres across Australia. Homemaker Centres provide customers with a diverse and exciting retail offer in one convenient location allowing customers to do comparison shopping. This is the only dedicated Homemaker Centre in Melbourne’s growing Peninsula region, with a trade area of over 156,000 people. The Peninsula Homemaker Centre has been open for more than 8 years now, servicing Mornington’s affluent and loyal customer base with a great variety of retailers offering customers over 30 stores to shop in. During the last 12 months there have been some positive additions to the retailers on offer at the Centre, with the welcome addition of 3 major retailers: The Good Guys, Amart Sports and Best Friends Pet Superstore. This indicates the strong confidence in the Peninsula Homemaker Centre’s potential and position in the market. On top of this, numerous retailers have completed store expansions and internal and external refurbishments, including: Luduco Living, Early Settler, PETStock, Lincraft WINTER
and Red Fox Party BB Retail Capital took over as owners of the centre in December 2011. Since this transition numerous events have taken place across the centre to establish the Peninsula Homemaker Centre as a convenient and vibrant shopping destination. These include new linemarking, garden beds tidied, mulched with trees trimmed, centre amenities signage improved, shopfronts repainted, installation of fresh new signage for car park and retailers under awnings. Watch for the new ATM to be installed behind Sober Mule in the amenities area. The centre regularly puts on events for the community including: Children school holiday activities such as free Zorb Ball rides, kids formula 1 racing cars, reptile displays, face painting and how to work shops; Family and friends VIP days offering great sale product; car park sales; Santa Cruz, ‘Let’s Go Cruisin’ car display raising money for local charities. Watch for more activities during the coming months. Browse through Peninsula Homemaker Centre’s website, which provides all the essential information needed to find your way to and around the Centre http://www. peninsulahomemakercentre.com.au Happy shopping
A herb inspired shop featuring fresh herbs, potted herbs, spices, gourmet food (Yarra Valley and local Peninsula) selected kitchenware and garden tools, gifts and books. Something for everyone: Cooks, Gardeners, Kids and even Pets
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Dare to be different with Lifestiles Design Studio IN MORNINGTON Lifestiles does much more than sell tiles; it is a concept studio that has been created to cater for the individual and their every design requirement. “We endeavour to create a world of imagination and vision that pushes creative boundaries while respecting the longevity of classical design principles,” says company director and designer Ali Perry.
expertise in building and interior design, interior decoration and styling, window furnishings, thermal performance - energy ratings, as well as pool and landscape design.
In today’s world where everyone is time-poor, step back and let the experts do everything for you. Take the stress out of renovating or building your dream home, or simply stop in to the showroom to seek some friendly advice.
The studio’s exciting and inspiring tile gallery operates from a funky converted warehouse, created by it’s director in a space that you might expect to find in the trendy inner city. A welcoming, relaxed feel is complemented by expert advice, fabulous displays and information on fitting and aftercare. With everything from builder’s tiles to high end handmade Moroccan mosaics, the innovative product ranges are unique and chosen for their quality, functionality and aesthetic appeal.
The team at Lifestiles has a wealth of experience and
The highly-respected brand Lifestiles Mornington was
“We are a cost effective, one-stop creative space that can maximise your renovation design and fit out.”
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recently re-established by Ali and her business partner Marcus Iles, who has created awardwinning bathrooms and is an expert when it comes to internal and external tiles, pool mosaics and natural stone. And while the name remains the same, the business has been bolstered to bigger and better things. Together, Marcus and Ali can help you find and fit the right wall and floor tiles for any room of your home, outdoor areas, patios, gardens and pools.
made furniture and soft furnishings – anything you need to make that house your very own home.
“Tiles don’t have to be expensive – they can be used as a simple and elegant feature using colour, texture and depth,” Ali said. “This is where our expertise comes in. We can help people find the right tiles and use them cleverly to create a refined ‘wow factor’.”
“Builders, developers, architects and designers can also benefit from Lifestiles Design Studio working in conjunction with clients to achieve an efficient cost and time-saving experience,” Ali said.
Lifestiles are also experts in window furnishings, custom
“We have two qualified designers that can help you with anything from conceptual building ideas and thermal performance to the supply of beautiful window furnishings, cushions, carpet and furniture. “ Lifestiles can help interpret the unique needs and inspirations of any client, whether they are an individual or commercial buyer.
Visit the showroom today at 4/5 Torca Terrace Mornington or phone 5976 3507.
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CALLING ALL MUSIC LOVERS, AUDIOPHILES AND FILM FANS Audio Fidelity Australia sells only the finest audio equipment from around the world to reproduce music to as close to the original sound recording as possible Tony Mansell, Audio Fidelity’s new Mt Eliza representative, is a trained audio engineer who grew up on the Peninsula. He is a lifelong music fanatic with more than a decade worth of hi-fi sales experience. Boasting top-shelf brands such as Melbourne’s SGR Audio, American-based MSB Technology and Brinkmann Audio from Germany, Tony’s Mt Eliza showroom includes a range of stereos, speakers, digital playback, record players and home cinema projection systems. “We carry an exclusive range of products you can’t buy elsewhere in Australia,” Tony said. “Every demonstration is like hearing an old favourite for the first time.” In today’s world of MP3 players and music downloading, sound quality can be compromised. To combat this, Audio Fidelity sells equipment that can improve digital music played in high definition audio, and customers
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will really notice the difference. Audio Fidelity also holds open meets every month to listen to music and experience the latest in high definition audio equipment. “We will be listening to different genres of music in a very laidback environment and giving people a chance to experience a higher quality of sound that they might not otherwise be exposed to,” Tony said. The group, called Friends of Fidelity, is open to music lovers of any age, who are invited to bring along CDs or records so they can experience their favourite songs using a range of state-of-the-art equipment. Access to the showroom is by appointment only. To arrange an appointment or to join Friends of Fidelity, email tony@audiofidelity. com.au or call 0402 883 234. For more, visit www.audiofidelity.com.au.
Audio Fidelity and Vinyleye Records invite you to come along and experience some of musics most influential and iconic artists in high fidelity like you have never heard before. For bookings email tony@audiofidelity.com.au To find out more go to audiofidelity.com.au
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RATTAN DIRECT SETS THE MOOD IN ANY SEASON For bold backyard furniture designed to make a statement, look no further than Rattan Direct. Featuring a vast collection of contemporary daybeds, sun lounges, dining settings, coffee tables and planters, Rattan Direct is your outdoor lounge and dining specialist. Company director Peter Hucks handpicks each item and says he loves finding creative and ‘out there’ designs, particularly those with an Asian influence. Check out the fun Peanut Chair or the flamboyant Bellair Daybed for a truly unique backyard experience. All products are made from durable materials designed to withstand extreme weather conditions. Rattan Direct also strives to use manufacturers with an ecofriendly approach to their craft. Brightly coloured woven rugs made from recycled plastic are just one feature in an interesting and eclectic catalogue. These versatile rugs can be used indoors or outdoors, are great for picnics, camping trips and the beach, and are also easy to wash. They provide a nice complement to any of Rattan Direct’s outdoor settings. Another eye-catching product is the vibrant WINTER
new LED lighting that can be used to brighten up any party, set the mood for romantic dinners or even act as a nightlight in your child’s bedroom. The waterproof ball style is designed to float and can create an amazing ambience in your pool, spa or even bath. These energy efficient lights last for 15 hours, with remote control and charge plate inclusive. Choose between 15 different colours or set the functions to automated colour change, flash, strobe or smooth fade. Rattan Direct also has an entire family of versatile beanbags, which are perfect for winter movie marathons or relaxing summer beach visits. There is The Big Mama who is known for her multitasking skills, as well as the Lazy Bro, Relax Sis’ or Freaky Cousin, each with its own individual features. Having recently returned from a trip to the Philippines, Peter now hopes to introduce an exciting new range of specialty artisan homewares into his catalogue in the coming months. Rattan Direct has showrooms in Mornington and McCrae and can cater to individual or commercial buyers. For more details, visit www.rattandirect.com.au. download our App Peninsula Life, SMS App@PL to 0427 800 800
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BEDROOM ACCORDING to national study, over 1.2 million Australians suffer from sleep disorders. Clearly those people haven’t been to Bedshed Mornington! With its full-range of bedding, mattresses, bed linen and bedroom furniture, there is no reason you ever have to have a bad night’s sleep again. “All of our sprung mattresses are made in Melbourne and they are all asthma and allergen friendly,” says store owner Alan. Bedshed not only stocks the latest in beds, bed frames and mattresses for the entire family, but also boasts an ever-changing variety of toastywarm doonas and quilt cover sets, cloud-like pillows and comfortable sheets. “We definitely have the largest range of bed linen of any of the Bedshed stores in Victoria,” Alan said. “With the change of season, people are now starting to think about electric blankets. We have a full range of these, everything from the basic to the premium, which have separate adjustable temperatures for the feet and body. All are fully fitted, with some models machine washable.” While other furniture and bedding stores have been and gone over the years, family-run Bedshed, located at the Peninsula Homemaker Centre, will be celebrating its eighth birthday come June. Alan says many of the staff members have been there almost as long. “We’re like a family,” he says of the team. “We don’t have a high staff turnover, so they must enjoy working here.”
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With its own truck, drivers and delivery service, Bedshed Mornington has no need to employ contractors. Therefore, its speedy and quality customer service is never compromised, right from the showroom to your front door. Items are not only distributed Peninsula-wide, but can also be delivered to Melbourne and its inner suburbs. Most important to Alan and his team is the assurance that their customers are being welllooked after and receiving the best quality products at competitive prices. “We back everything we sell one hundred per cent,” he said. “Whatever we have on show here I would be proud to have in my home.” Bedshed Mornington Superstore Peninsula Homemaker Centre Ph:5973 6333. Open 7 days, Fridays until 9pm
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PENINSULA HOMEMAKER CENTRE Cnr Nepean Hwy & Bungower Rd, Mornington Ph: 03 5977 1102 Mon-Fri: 9-5:30pm Sat: 9-5pm Sun/Public Holidays: 10-5pm Prices shown are correct at time of ad preparation. Pictures for comparison only; items and sizes may vary from those shown. All accessories sold separately unless indicated. Due to the limitations of the printing process colours may vary from actual product. Store may carry floorstock only and some items may need to be ordered. All items have been included in this ad on the understanding that our suppliers will deliver as ordered. A failure by any of our suppliers to deliver may result in items being unavailable or subject to delay. 1902_ESR Morn Life
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DREAM PAD WITH HALLBURY HOMES Hallbury Homes has been building homes in the South East of Melbourne and on the Mornington Peninsula for over 24 years. Originally established by Cliff and Nicol Hall, Hallbury Homes has grown from a small family based building company to become one of Melbournes leading new home builders. Glenn Smith, director at Hallbury homes says his business is underpinned by a strong commitment to customer service. “Hallbury homes provides a custom design service for clients who want something unique without the architect designed home price tag. We also specialise in multi-unit development projects and knockdownrebuild projects throughout Melbourne’s South Eastern suburbs.” Whether you’re after a single or double storey home clients may choose from Hallbury’s selection of designs or their own. Hallbury Homes is the 2011 and 2012 HIA Victorian Professional Small Builder of the Year, and also National Builders Group’s current Builder Member of the Year which Glenn says is a great honour. Hallbury Homes builds throughout the South East of Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Western Gippsland, and through their Hallbury North division into Melbourne’s new northern suburbs. With the business supported by energized owners and staff that are excited about Hallbury homes, Glenn says they are looking forward to growing the business and “endeavor to continue to work closely with each of our clients to build our business on the peninsula. We pride ourselves in the fact that we offer big builder value whilst providing small builder care to our clients, which we know as a great deal of our clientele comes from past client referral.” “We offer comprehensive fixed price quotes and also undertake dualoccupancy and multi-unit developments throughout the Peninsula and South East Melbourne.” Glenn says he encourages readers to view their new display homes open at Casey Fields in Cranbourne. For more information: Glenn Smith: Director, Hallbury Homes PH: 1300 HALLBURY (9770 8882) : mb 0412 009 004 e: glennsmith@hallburyhomes.com.au 1/385 McClelland Dve, Langwarrin (see advt page 11)
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