Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News 27th August 2025

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Underpass protests

THE Mordialloc Stabling Yard underpass closed permanently on 18 August, as rail bridges are built as part of level crossing removal works in Mordialloc and Aspendale. Community members rallied at the underpass on 22 August to protest the closure. See story page 3. Pictures: Gary Sissons

Monitors appointed at Kingston Council

A MONITOR has been appointed to oversee Kingston Council until the end of the year.

The state government has appointed John Tanner AM to monitor the behaviour of the council. His tenure begins on 25 August and will run until at least 31 December, with a second monitor set to be appointed during that time.

It has been a tumultuous term for Kingston Council since the November 2024 election. At a March meeting Cr Hadi Saab publicly aired

bullying allegations, and a decision taken by the previous council was referred to the Local Government Inspectorate for investigation (“Bullying allegations aired in council meeting” The News 2/4/2024).

Separately, Cr Jane Agirtan was stood down from April to July after she was charged with breaching a personal safety intervention order.

At the Moorabbin Magistrates’ Court on 20 June, Agirtan avoided conviction and was offered a two-week diversion on the condition she make a $2000 donation to the Royal Children’s Hospital. She soon returned to council, and was entitled to backpay.

(“Councillor offered diversion by court”, The News 20/6/2025)

The terms of reference for the monitor read that he will assess “the councillors’ understanding and performance of their statutory roles and responsibilities, including the adequacy of the council’s councillor induction training program and any ongoing professional development opportunities” and “the relationship between councillors and between councillors and council staff, including councillor behaviour with respect to the Model Councillor Code of Conduct and processes for resolving disputes between council -

lors.”

The monitor will also look into “the council’s policies, processes and practices in relation to health and safety including any matters that may be creating a serious risk to the health and safety of councillors, council staff or other persons; the council’s meeting procedures and decision-making processes, council briefings and meetings, the adequacy of the council’s governance rules, councillor adherence to the governance rules and councillor attendance and participation at meetings; the council’s policies, processes and practices related to the management

of conflicts of interest, including in relation to community grants; the council policies, processes and practices to support adherence with the requirements of section 229 of the [Local Government] Act; and any other matters that may be affecting the council’s ability to effectively perform its role, including behaviour that may be preventing the council from performing its functions.”

A monitor oversaw Frankston Council for nearly two years between 2017 and 2019, leaving behind a bill for ratepayers totalling more than $100,000.

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Monitor will ‘support’ council - minister

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The monitor will report to the local government minister, who will have final say on any subsequent action taken. Local government minister Nick Staikos said “Victorians expect their councils to maintain a high standard of processes and practices, and these monitors will help the council best serve the Kingston community.

“Mr Tanner has extensive experience working with local government, and I’m confident he will provide good governance and support for council’s decision-making procedures.”

John Tanner AM was chairman of the panel of administrators appointed to the Moira Shire Council, and is currently a monitor at Hobsons Bay City Council.

Kingston mayor Georgina Oxley said that councillors will work with the monitor. “We look forward to better understanding the Victorian Government’s concerns and working closely with the monitors to share our strong processes, governance oversight and transparent decision making,” she said.

“Our focus remains on serving the people of Kingston and I will continue to lead with independence and integrity, with decision-making that is guided by what is best for our community.”

Kingston Council CEO Peter Bean said “our councillors, executive team and staff are keen to assist however we can to support them in the role. Council remains committed to delivering excellent services to our community, built on a foundation of good governance and strong customer service.”

KINGSTON councillors will be overseen by monitor John Tanner AM (below) until the end of the year. Pictures: Supplied

Residents rally against underpass closure

KINGSTON Council says that the permanent closure of the Mordialloc Stabling Yard underpass is a “major inconvenience”, and is calling for a better solution.

The Mordialloc Stabling Yard underpass closed permanently on 18 August, as rail bridges are built as part of level crossing removal works in Mordialloc and Aspendale.

Kingston mayor Georgina Oxley has called for an alternative pedestrian and cyclist access link to be delivered by the state government. “Council supports the long-term benefits of the Level Crossing Removal Project, but major infrastructure must not come at the cost of essential community connections,” she said.

“We’ve been raising this issue for more than 12 months and while we remain open to collaboration with LXRP and the Victorian Government, we need urgent action. The alternative 800m route through local streets is simply not a genuine permanent solution. The community needs a direct and safe alternative.”

Level Crossing Removal Project CEO Matthew Gault has defended the decision - he said “closing the underpass is necessary to keep trains running on the Frankston Line and delivering a safer, more accessible Mordialloc Station.

“We’re getting on with removing three dangerous level crossings and building a new, modern Mordialloc Station, making the area safer, less congested and better connected.”

The underpass will be removed to extend tracks in the nearby stabling yard so trains can access the new elevated rail bridges.

The LXRP investigated building a new underpass nearby, a crossing over Mordialloc Creek, and reconfiguring the Mordialloc stabling yard.

It ultimately opted to not proceed with these projects due to flood risks, and compliance with accessibility standards.

Community members rallied at the underpass on 22 August to protest the closure. Kingston councillor Tess Law attended - she said "the Level Crossing Removal Project is removing a historical path built in 1895 even though 2,360 people in the community want it to stay.

“It's part of a Victorian government C1 cycling corridor, part of the Melbourne Water strategy, and Kingston Council is building a $87.5 million Aquatic and Leisure Centre 800 metres away and this pathway is a critical connection.”

The suggested detour for pedestrians and cyclists travelling between Pompei’s Landing and George Woods Reserve is to cross the river using the existing Mordialloc Creek pedestrian bridge

and southern underpass, or to use Bear Street. Kingston deputy mayor Chris Howe said the LXRP’s proposed alternative is “not acceptable”.

“An 800-metre detour is a major inconvenience that will significantly affect thousands of students, families, commuters and visitors who rely on this connection every week,” Howe said.

“To close this underpass without providing a safe, direct and workable solution will have a huge impact on the thousands of students, pedestrians and cyclists that currently use the underpass each week. Council has been clear from the outset: we need a practical, permanent solution that protects safety and supports accessibility for our community.”

At a council meeting last month, Cr Law moved a motion suggesting that “council receive

a report detailing the costs, features and benefits of detailed business case and feasibility analysis of alternative replacement options for the Mordialloc Creek Northern Underpass.”

The motion was supported by Crs Law, Sarah O’Donnell, Chris Hill, Hadi Saab, and Kirralee Ashworth-Collett, but was narrowly lost on the casting vote of the mayor.

Council officers wrote that they are “of the view that as closure of the underpass was a State Government decision, a suitable replacement must be planned, designed and constructed by the State Government as part of the Mordialloc LXRP scope of works. As always, Council officers are willing to work with LXRP to achieve good community outcomes.”

“The Mordialloc Creek underpass is well used and provides valued community access. It is a vital thoroughfare for students to Mordialloc Secondary College, including those who live west of Nepean Highway. The closure of the underpass will make every journey to and from school up to 20 minutes longer for these children,” council officers wrote. “In any given week, pedestrian counters show that the underpass is used around 1,000 times each day, and on weekends, up to 1,800 times - not counting the festivals and events which occur over summer and make that part of Mordialloc a high-traffic location. There are also concerns that the area at the southern end of Pompei’s Landing and the adjacent public car park will be less safe at night.

“The underpass is an exit route from an area that is bordered by the Mordialloc Creek on one side and the railway line on the other. In addition, Kingston’s new Mordi Aquatic Centre will be completed by the end of 2026, and the closure of the underpass takes away the most direct way to access it on foot from central Mordialloc.”

Picture: Gary Sissons

Hoon meet arrest

A MAN has been arrested over an alleged hooning event in Chelsea Heights in April.

Police allege that multiple cars met up and took part in hooning on Wells Road in Chelsea Heights on the evening of 15 April - a video of a black Ford Falcon performing doughnuts and burnouts in the middle of the Wells Road and Thames Promenade intersection was spread widely online shortly afterwards.

On 19 August, police raided an Avondale Heights residence and seized electronic devices. Later that day a 21-year-old man self-presented to a police station and was interviewed.

In a statement, Victoria Police said the man “was released, and is expected to be charged on summons with a string of traffic offences including reckless conduct endangering life and improper use of a motor vehicle.”

Anyone with information about the alleged hooning event can assist police by contacting Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submitting a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

Teen arrested for home invasion

A FRANKSTON teenager has been charged over an alleged home invasion which left a man in hospital with serious injuries.

Police allege that five offenders broke into a home on Oxford Street in Kew East at around 4am on 17 August. One of the occupants, a 39-year-old man, was allegedly stabbed multiple times and was later taken to hospital with serious, non-life-threatening injuries.

A 34-year-old woman at the house was treated for minor injuries. A 69 and 70-year-old also in the house at the time were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Two children, aged 2 and 3, and a fifth adult, were not injured.

Police said four of the alleged offenders left in the victim’s BMW, and the fifth offender left in the vehicle they arrived in. The BMW was later found dumped on Christie Street in Deer Park.

Victoria Police arrested three people on Hamilton Street shortly afterwards. A 24-year-old Caroline Springs man, a 17-year-old boy from Frankston, and a 16-year-old boy from Caroline Springs were each charged with aggravated home invasion, intentionally cause serious injury, recklessly cause serious injury, recklessly cause injury, and false imprisonment.

The three people charged were remanded. The 24-year-old will face Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 5 November, and the two teenagers will face a children’s court.

Two alleged offenders remain outstanding. Police have asked anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www. crimestoppersvic.com.au.

Company fined for skid steer death

A COMPANY has been fined $80,000 after an employee died in an after-work incident at its Bangholme depot.

HSG Asphalt Pty Ltd was sentenced in the County Court last week. The incident occurred on 7 September 2022 - 34-year-old George Tereva was killed when he was run over by a bobcat driven by colleague Christopher Bell.

HSG Asphalt Pty Ltd pleaded guilty to one charge of failing to maintain a safe system of work and one charge of failing to ensure people other than employees weren’t exposed to health and safety risks. It was fined $80,000.

WorkSafe chief health and safety officer Sam Jenkin said “this horrific scenario demonstrated the importance of securing workplaces and heavy machinery.”

“Skid steers and other mobile plant are not toys and can be extremely dangerous in the wrong hands, including anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol as well as those who don’t have appropriate training,” Jenkin said. “Employers need to do everything reasonable to secure equipment and ensure it is only used for authorised work by appropriately trained workers.”

A Worksafe statement read “in September 2022, four workers from HSG Asphalt and another related company were drinking alcohol at the company’s Bangholme depot at the end of the work day. One of the workers began driving a skid steer that had been left with the keys in the ignition – including driving erratically and towards other workers.

“The court heard he unsuccessfully tried to knock one worker off his chair using the bucket of the loader before driving at the worker “full throttle”, running him over up to three times and pinning him underneath the machine. The injured worker suffered significant crush injuries and died in hospital that evening.”

Christopher Bell pleaded guilty to man -

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slaughter last year, and was sentenced to seven years in jail.

The WorkSafe investigation into the incident found that the Langwarrin South company usually left keys in the ignition of the skid steer and other mobile plant at the depot so they could be accessed at any time. “The court found it was reasonably practicable for HSG Asphalt to reduce the risk to health and safety by providing a system of work where keys weren’t stored in plant when not in use and either stored in a lockbox with restricted access or only provided to authorised operators,” the WorkSafe statement read.

34-YEAR-old George Tereva died in September 2022. Picture: Supplied

DAY 7 th September

Make Father’s Day unforgettable

THIS Father’s Day, skip the socks and ties and give Dad something he’ll really love, an experience to remember. Frankston Arts Centre has an incredible line-up of live entertainment that makes the perfect gift for dads of all kinds. If he loves a good laugh, treat him to Luke McGregor: Okay, Wow on 4 October. Known for his warm, awkward humour and razor-sharp wit, Luke co-created and starred in the hit ABC comedy Rosehaven, and has had audiences in stitches on Thank God You’re Here and Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. In 2024, he even teamed up with his mum for the ultimate adventure on The Amazing Race Australia! His new stand-up show promises plenty of laughs, relatable stories and Luke’s signature self-deprecating charm, the perfect night out for dads who appreciate a good chuckle.

For the music lovers, there’s a stellar line-up of tribute shows celebrating some of the biggest names in rock and pop. The Wilbury Legends take the stage with their brilliant six-piece band on 16 October, paying homage to George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison, Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne. Then on 7 November, The Beatnix: The Beatles Rebooted deliver an authentic and energetic tribute to the Fab Four. From the psychedelic sounds of Strawberry Fields to the haunting beauty of Yesterday and Eleanor Rigby. You will believe the Beatles have actually truly been rebooted!

If Dad’s a fan of golden oldies, The Roy Orbison Story on 14 November will tug at the heartstrings with hits like Oh, Pretty Woman, in a brilliant theatrical portrayal of the man, his music, his voice, and his life, starring Mark Shelley. For something truly nostalgic, California Dreamin’: The Laurel Canyon Story on 21 November captures the iconic

Unforgettable expeiences for dad at the FAC. Picture: supplied

sounds of the ‘60s and ‘70s from The Mamas & The Papas, The Byrds and more. Looking for more? The Billy Joel Story: Pianoman Edition on 6 December celebrates the timeless hits of one of music’s greatest songwriters. Or surprise him with a festive twist! A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland on 17 December is a dazzling dance and music extravaganza that the whole family can enjoy together. Ripper Rock: The Denim

& Lace 50th Anniversary Christmas Special on 19 December promises a rockin’ good time celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the release of Marty Rhone’s 1975 megahit Denim & Lace

For families, PLOS’s spectacular production of The Wizard of Oz will enchant audiences from 31 December to 10 January. And for the ultimate gift that keeps the rhythm going into the new year, One More Night of… Phil Collins on 21 February 2026 delivers all the hits

in one unforgettable night. Not sure which show he’d love most? A Frankston Arts Centre gift card is the perfect solution; easy to purchase online or through the Box Office, it gives Dad the freedom to choose his own night out. Give the gift of live entertainment this Father’s Day, because the best memories aren’t found in a box, they’re made together.

Visit thefac.com.au or call 03 9784 1060 to book.

Police patrol with Brodie Cowburn

Canberra trip sparks conflict

THE relationship between Frankston Council and the Mornington Peninsula Shire was on a knife’s edge prior to a planned trip to Canberra this week.

Frankston’s mayor says he still plans on attending the advocacy trip, despite being disinvited by one of the organisers last week.

The Canberra visit, scheduled for 25-26 August, has been facilitated by the Committee for Frankston and Mornington Peninsula. Last week Bolam publicly expressed concerns about council’s ties to the advocacy group, and said he was “uncomfortable” about the planned trip. (“Committee’s Canberra trip ‘uncomfortable’ - mayor” The News 19/8/2025)

Early last week Bolam was disinvited from the Canberra trip by the Committee, but he still intends to go. He said “I do not, and will not, take direction from what is essentially a lobbyist organisation.”

Committee for Frankston and Mornington Peninsula CEO Josh Sinclair has defended the trip, which will also be attended by Dunkley MP Jodie Belyea, Mornington Peninsula Shire mayor Anthony Marsh, and Shire CEO Mark Stoermer. He said the goal is to “present a joint approach to regional advocacy on projects and opportunities for federal government to support and invest in across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula Shire.”

Sinclair said that attendees would be “discussing the federal government’s commitment to $50 million for Nepean Highway/Overton Rd, opportunities for the federal government to invest in housing projects in Frankston’s activity centre, the National Centre for Healthy Ageing based on Frankston Hospital, infrastructure improvements across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, housing and homelessness”, and “improvements to Rosebud Hospital”.

“The [Frankston] mayor chaired a meeting recently to extend the Committee’s membership by three years and double the membership fee that council contributes. We thank him for his strong leadership and ongoing, unwavering support of the Committee’s work in seeking to influence a better peninsula,” Sinclair said.

Council’s membership with the Committee was extended as part of council’s 2025/2026 budget -

the budget was unanimously passed by councillors with an agreement to pay $15,000 per year for three years for membership. Bolam said “the city council may choose to reassess its financial support for organisations funded by ratepayers at any stage.”

“Special interests have a presence in political processes across all levels of government, both here and abroad. This is not unique to Frankston, but it is a matter of genuine concern and we need

to be vigilant. In particular, we must be cognizant when lobby groups seek to influence the direction of democratically elected governments,” Bolam said. “Outfits such as the Committee for Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula are guided by the interests of their paid membership, whereas local governments like Frankston City Council are accountable to their broader communities. As such, our respective missions are distinctly different.”

Driver’s fury over pothole damage to car

A FRUSTRATED Aspendale resident is expected to face at least an $8000 damage bill after his high-end car struck a nasty pothole along an arterial road in Boneo on 18 August.

Bradley Carter was shocked to discover his whole rear tyre was severely punctured and the wheel rim badly damaged on his pride-and-joy Bentley car after he hit a pothole at a bend on Boneo Rd near the Patterson Rd turnoff while travelling at the 80kph speed limit.

Carter was driving home after playing golf at Cape Schanck when he lost control and swerved to the other side of the road after the pothole appeared out of nowhere.

“There was a massive bang … I pulled over and it completely destroyed the whole thing (rear wheel),” he said.

“It’s bloody dangerous. Had there been a truck coming the other way, it would have been interesting.”

Carter estimated the size of the pothole to be about 40cm wide –about the size of a standard dining chair seat.

He said the damage was expected to cost thousands as his mechanic assessed the repairs, which may also include the car’s suspension.

Boneo Rd is a key route on the Mornington Peninsula region connecting Flinders to Rosebud with locals repeatedly reporting issues with road maintenance.

BRADLEY Carter’s car wheel was significantly damaged after hitting a pothole in Boneo. Picture: Gary Sissons

Last December residents at the time had identified more than 40 large potholes, road edge defects and other deterioration over a 4km section of Boneo Rd that were a “serious safety hazard for all” (Urgent safety calls grow for Boneo Rd, The News , 04/12/24). Carter said he was hoping to seek compensation for repairs from the transport department, but noted it

wasn’t just about money but on the principle of safety and accountability.

“It needs to be addressed… My car is irrelevant. It’s not about that.

I mean, there are expensive cars on these roads and cheaper cars. But the reason why I probably didn’t

completely lose control was the fact that I was in a quality vehicle,” he said.

He said Boneo Road was a very narrow road “so you’re within a cat’s whisker at the best of times with ongoing traffic”.

“We’re all paying taxes and we’re

all being told not to speed and all these kinds of things … I’m doing the speed limit and I’ve nearly killed myself.

“It’s not on. VicRoads has to do something about it.”

The Department of Transport has been contacted for comment.

Mornington Peninsula Shire mayor Cr Anthony Marsh, Committee for Frankston and Mornington Peninsula CEO Josh Sinclair, and Frankston City mayor Cr Kris Bolam. Pictures: Yanni, Gary Sissons and Supplied

The Guide

TOP PICKS OF THE WEEK

SATURDAY

FRIDAY THE GOOD SHIP MURDER

SBS, 7.30pm

Sun, fun and presumably an unlimited drinks package –it’s no surprise that the luxury cruise ship setting of this cosy crime series provides a rather fertile hunting ground for a pair of pickpockets in tonight’s episode. Relieving no less than 20 passengers of their precious possessions, the enterprising duo then sell the loot on to an associate in Alexandria. Former-cop-turned-cabaret singer Jack (Shayne Ward, pictured left) is tasked with tracking down the thieves, but soon has a murder investigation on his hands when one of the bandits is killed.

MOVIE: AGATHA CHRISTIE’S CROOKED

HOUSE

SBS WORLD MOVIES, 6.25pm, PG (2017)

This dark-tinged Agatha Christie whodunnit is a solid entry in the overstuffed murder-mystery genre, and this adaptation (co-written by Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes) has enough intrigue and twists to satisfy devotees of the queen of crime. A wealthy tycoon (Gino Picciano) is poisoned at his estate, and a detective (Max Irons) is invited to solve the crime, only to discover that suspects lurk in every corner. It co-stars Glenn Close (pictured right).

Thursday, August 28

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

MONDAY

ROBSON

GREEN’S WEEKEND ESCAPES

SBS, 7.30pm

Grantchester star Robson Green (pictured right) may not have a typical nine-to-five job, but the British actor staunchly believes in the power of a weekend. In tonight’s return, Green invites his on-screen wife, Kacey Ainsworth, for a staycation in his beloved North East England, where the pair take a bracing cold-water swim in the River Tyne.

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SUNDAY

MOVIE: PHANTOM THREAD

SBS WORLD MOVIES, 8.30pm (2017)

Writer/director Paul Thomas Anderson reunites with his There Will be Blood star Daniel Day-Lewis (pictured left) for another masterpiece: an absorbing and at-times chilling study of a brilliant London dressmaker. The creations of Reynolds Woodcock (Day-Lewis) are the toast of 1950s London, though their designer’s charming exterior hides a cold and controlling man. Reynolds’ meticulously ordered life is disrupted when he falls for strong-willed waitress Alma (Vicky Krieps). With both determined to be the dominant one in their turbulent relationship, the outcome is both unexpected and oddly tender. Day-Lewis is formidable as usual, matched by a spellbinding Krieps. It’s an exquisite piece of cinematic craftsmanship.

NINE (9) 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 Back Roads. (R) 11.00 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG, R) 11.35 Nigella Bites. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Silent Witness. (Ma, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 2.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

ABC News.

7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads: Harvey, WA. 8.30 Grand Designs New Zealand. (Return, PG) Hosted by Tom Webster. 9.15 The Family Next Door. (Mls, R) Isabelle’s investigation zones in on Lulu.

10.10 ABC Late News.

10.25 The Business. (R)

10.40 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 11.30 Parliament Question Time. 12.30 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 1.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.15 Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out. (R) 11.05 America’s Great Trails. (PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.05 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces. (PGav, R) 2.55 Garage Dreams. 3.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 5. Highlights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Australian Road Trips. (PG) 8.25 National Parks From Above: Ireland. Showcases the beauty of Ireland from the skies.

9.20 Snowpiercer. (MA15+sv) Melanie stages the trial of the Snowpiercer killer.

10.15 SBS World News Late.

10.45 Dopesick. (MA15+ad, R) 11.55 Blue Lights. (Malsv, R) 1.55 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire. (PGa, R) 3.55 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. (R) 4.25 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (PG, R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Secrets Of A Marine’s Wife. (2021, Mav, R) Sadie Calvano. 3.00 The Chase. (R)

Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Football. AFL. Legends Game For Prostate Cancer. Victoria v The All-Stars. 10.00 Kick Ons. A preview of the upcoming AFL matches.

10.30 What The Killer Did Next: Megan Newton. (Mav, R) Hosted by Philip Glenister.

11.30 Autopsy USA: Chris Benoit. (MA15+adv, R) A look at the death of Chris Benoit.

12.30 Life. (Madv, R)

1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning.

The Block. (PGl, R)

Space Invaders. (PGl, R)

Pointless. (PG)

Tipping Point. (PG)

Afternoon.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 RBT. (Mdl)

8.30 Emergency. (Mlm, R) Doctors fear a cyclist has life-changing injuries.

9.30 RPA. (PGm, R) A man is in need of a liver transplant.

10.30 Chicago Med. (MA15+am)

11.20 9News Late.

11.50 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 12.40 Pointless. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A

TEN (10)

Robson Green prepares for more Weekend Escapes

Friday, August 29

ABC (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7)

6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia. Sophie Thomson visits a cooling urban oasis.

8.30 Professor T. (Ma) Professor T is embroiled in a hostage situation, and tries unconventional negotiating tactics.

9.15 Hard Quiz. (PGs, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

9.45 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG, R) Hosted by Shaun Micallef.

10.20 ABC Late News.

10.40 Austin. (PG, R)

11.10 Silent Witness. (Mav, R)

12.10 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The Good Ship Murder. (PGv) 8.25 24 Hours That Changed The World: Japan’s Surrender. Looks at the war in the Pacific. 9.20 Lost Treasures Of Egypt: Pyramid Palace. (Premiere) 10.10 SBS World News Late. 10.40 Catch Me A Killer. (Malsv) 11.35 Pray For Blood. (MA15+av, R) 1.30 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire. (Mav, R) 3.30 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. (PGa, R) 4.25 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 11.55 Thomas And Friends. 12.55pm Mecha Builders. 2.15 Thomas And Friends. 2.40 Pop Paper City. 3.00 Play School. 4.05 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.30 Good Game Spawn Point. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.30 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs explores Wynnum and Manly.

8.30 MOVIE: Downton Abbey. (2019, PGa, R) The Crawley family deals with all the drama of a visit by King George V and Queen Mary. Michelle Dockery, Maggie Smith, Hugh Bonneville.

11.00 To Be Advised.

12.25 Touching Evil. (MA15+av)

1.25 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.

7TWO (72)

6am Morning Programs.

8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Weekender. 3.00 The Great Australian Doorstep.

6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 26. Melbourne Storm v Sydney Roosters. From AAMI Park, Melbourne. 9.55 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the Melbourne Storm versus Sydney Roosters match, with news and analysis.

10.45 MOVIE: Rush Hour 2. (2001, Mlsv, R) Two detectives investigate a double murder. Jackie Chan, Chris Tucker.

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)

9GEM (92)

6.00 10 News+.

7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R)

7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. (R) A couple disagree on whether to leave Coburg North. 8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ml, R) Hosted by Claudia Winkleman. 10.30 10’s Late News. 10.55 10 News+. (R) 11.55 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Front Up. Noon DW The Day. 12.25 The Language Of Love. 3.05 Over The Black Dot. 3.40 BBC News At Ten. 4.10 France 24. 4.40 PBS News. 5.40 The Fast History Of. 6.05 If You Are The One. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 7. 1.50am Somewhere Boy. 2.15 Alone Denmark. 4.25 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am Tennis. US Open. Day 5 Late. 3pm Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 Our Dream Farm With Matt Baker. 4.30 Are You Being Served? 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 To Be Advised. 12.30am Antiques Roadshow. 1.00 Tennis. US Open. Day 6.

6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Guardians Of The Wild. 7.30 MOVIE: Charlotte’s Web. (2006, PG) 9.20 MOVIE: Boomerang. (1992, M) 11.20 Late Programs. NITV (34)

Arthur And The Revenge Of Maltazard. Continued. (2009, PG) 7.30 The Movie Show. 8.05 Francis: Pray For Me. (2015, PG, Spanish) 10.00 Triangle Of Sadness. (2022, M) 12.35pm Argo. (2012, M) 3.00 The Personal History Of David Copperfield. (2019, PG) 5.10 The Movie Show. 5.45 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997, PG) 7.30 Chino. (1973, M) 9.20 The Sweeney. (2012, MA15+) 11.25 Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 7.50 Motown Magic. 8.40 The Magic Canoe. 10.00 Guardians Of The Wild. 11.00 Going Places. 12.10pm Nothing Compares: Sinead O’Connor. 2.00 Strait To The Plate. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Nula.

Saturday, August 30

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Beyond Paradise. (Ma, R) 1.30 Professor T. (Ma, R) 2.15 All Creatures Great And Small. (PG, R) 3.00 Great Southern Landscapes. (Final, PG, R) 3.30 Killer Whale: Australia’s Megapod. (R) 4.30 Would I Lie To You? (R) 5.00 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 5.30 Landline. (R)

6.00 Australian Story: Small Wonders – Eden Tiny House Project. (R) Takes a look at an offer made for a tiny home.

6.30 Back Roads: Harvey, WA. (R) Lisa Millar visits the town of Harvey, WA.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Beyond Paradise. (PGa, R) Humphrey investigates a strange case.

8.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R) Barnaby and Winter investigate when a killer strikes during a murder mystery weekend.

10.00 The Family Next Door. (Mls, R) Isabelle’s investigation zones in on Lulu.

10.55 I, Jack Wright. (Mlv, R)

11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6am Children’s Programs.

8.00 Golden Girls. 8.30 Nanny. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.00 Bewitched. 10.30 Jeannie. 11.00 The West Wing. Noon My Way. 12.15 MOVIE: UnCancelled. (2024, M) 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Pacific Rim. (2013, M) 10.10 MOVIE: Power Rangers. (2017, M) 12.30am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 American Resto. 11.30

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 7. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 Blue Water Safari. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.05 2002 World Cup: Seven Games From Glory. (Premiere) 4.20 Plat Du Tour. (R) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 7. Highlights. 5.30 SBS50. (R) 5.35 Hitler: A Life In Pictures. (PGa, R)

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Swiss Alpine Rail Journeys. (Premiere) 8.30 Leonardo Da Vinci: Painter–God Pt 2. (PGadn) Da Vinci pours his knowledge into a portrait. 9.30 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy: London. (R)

10.20 Great Australian Walks. (PGa, R) 11.15 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Ma, R) 2.35 SBS50. (PG, R) 2.40 Australia With Julia Bradbury. (R) 3.40 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. (PGaw, R) 4.10 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 3.30pm Super Monsters. 3.55 Odd Squad. 4.20 Millie Magnificent. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Fireman Sam. 6.30 Paddington. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.30 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 8.00 Kids Baking C’ship. 8.40 Chopped Jnr. 9.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Abbott Elementary. 10.25 Speechless. 10.50 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Caulfield Spring Opener and ClubsNSW West Metro San Domenico Stakes Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Great Outdoors. (PG) The team enjoys the Pacific Island of Palau. 7.30 MOVIE: Jumanji: Welcome To The Jungle. (2017, PGlsv, R) Four teenagers become trapped in a jungle-based video game as the playable characters. Kevin Hart, Dwayne Johnson. 10.00 MOVIE: Jumanji: The Next Level. (2019, PGlv, R) A group of friends re-enters a video game. Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart. 12.30 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R) 1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 It’s Academic. (R) 5.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Drive TV: Launch Pad. (PG) 12.30 Space Invaders. (PGl, R) 1.30 My Way. (R) 1.35 The Block. (PGl, R) 3.15 The Block. (PGl, R) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. (PG) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 My Market Kitchen. (R) 10.30 Dog

6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 26. North Queensland Cowboys v Brisbane Broncos.

9.30 Soccer. English Premier League. Matchweek 3. Chelsea v Fulham. 11.30 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R)

12.30 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PG, R)

1.30 The Garden Gurus. (R)

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PG)

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Rugby Union. Women’s Rugby World Cup. Pool A. USA v Aust. From York Community Stadium, York, England.

6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. Sisters are desperate to sell their childhood home. 8.30 Ambulance Australia. (Ma, R) The low blood sugar levels of a 23-year-old type-1 diabetic have led to a dangerous seizure.

9.30 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows.

10.30 Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service. (PGl, R)

11.30 FBI: International. (Masv, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

5.00 Hour Of Power. 6am Morning Programs. 3.05pm 12 Dishes In 12 Hours. 3.45 BBC News At Ten. 4.15 France 24. 4.45 PBS News. 5.45 Mastermind Aust. 6.45 The Frontier. 7.40 Impossible Engineering. 8.40 Little Fires Everywhere. 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 8. 1.50am Curious Australia. 2.25 Alone Denmark. 3.30 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am Morning Programs. 9.35 Arthur And The Revenge Of Maltazard. (2009, PG) 11.15 Chino. (1973, M) 1pm American Pastoral. (2016, M) 3.00 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997, PG) 4.45

9GEM (92) 7TWO (72) 6am Children’s Programs. 8.10 Allo! Allo! 9.20 Only Fools And Horses. 10.00 Seinfeld. 10.30 English Premier League. Matchweek 2. West Ham v Chelsea. 12.30pm US Open.

7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 26. North Queensland Cowboys v Brisbane Broncos. 7.30 MOVIE: Wedding Crashers. (2005, M) 9.55 MOVIE: Ghosts Of Girlfriends Past. (2009, M) Midnight Late Programs.

Sunday, August 31

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 Australian Service In The Malayan Emergency: 75th Anniversary. 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 David Attenborough’s Galapagos. (R) 3.25 Grand Designs New Zealand. (PG, R) 4.10 Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Pacific. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow.

6.00 First Communion. (PG)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Austin. (PG) Austin appears on a controversial podcast.

8.00 The Family Next Door. (Ml) Fran struggles with her husband’s depression.

8.50 I, Jack Wright. (Mlv) The Wrights recover from Jack’s bombshell will.

9.35 MOVIE: BMX Bandits. (1983, PG, R) BMX riders become mixed up with bank robbers. Nicole Kidman, David Argue.

11.05 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (Final, Ml, R)

11.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R) 3.30 The Art Of... (Malns) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 8. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 Blue Water Safari. (Ma, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 PBS Washington Week. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Going Places. (R) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 8. Highlights. 5.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 5.35 Hitler: A Life In Pictures. (PGa, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Titanic: Our Secret History. (PGa)

8.25 Titanic In Colour. (R) Charts the history of the RMS Titanic

9.20 Monster: The Mystery Of Loch Ness: The Birth Of A Monster. (R) Explores the mystery of the Loch Ness monster.

10.20 The U.S. And The Holocaust. (Mav, R)

12.50 Surviving An American Concentration Camp. (Ma, R) 1.55 Miscarriage And Me. (Mal, R) 2.45 Australia With Julia Bradbury. (PG, R) 3.45 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. (PGa, R) 4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.

SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 3.30pm Superworm. 3.55 Odd Squad. 4.20 Millie Magnificent. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 The Snail And The Whale. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.30 Paddington. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.35 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 8.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.10 Abbott Elementary. 9.50 Speechless. 10.10 Merlin. 10.55 Late Programs.

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8. St Mary’s v Darwin Buffaloes. Replay. 2.40 Stable: The Boxing Game. 3.40 Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90. 6.40 Guardians Of The Wild. 7.30 Extraordinary Animals. 8.30 Camels And The Pitjantjara. 9.25 MOVIE: Along Came A Spider. (2001, MA15+) 11.15 Late Programs.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Behind Behani. (PGal, R) 1.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 3. Collingwood v Melbourne. 3.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 3. Fremantle v North Melbourne. From Fremantle Community Bank Oval, Perth. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Voice. (PGal) Hosted by Sonia Kruger.

8.25 7NEWS Spotlight.

9.30 24 Hours In Police Custody: Left For Dead. (Madl, R) Follows officers of England’s Cambridgeshire Constabulary as they investigate a suspicious death.

10.30 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: The Kimberley Killer. (Mav, R)

11.30 HMP Styal: Women Behind Bars. (MA15+av, R)

12.45 Jamestown. (MA15+av)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News Sunday.

7.00 The Block. (PGl) The teams find out who wins $10,000.

8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.40 9News Late.

10.10 Footy Furnace. (Mlv) A look at the latest round of the AFL.

11.10 The First 48: Inside The Tape Special #9. (MA15+a, R)

12.05 The Gulf. (Madlsv, R)

1.00 Our State On A Plate. (Return)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Fishing Australia. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Survivor: Australia V The World. (PGl) Fourteen returning contestants head to Samoa. 8.30 Watson. (Ma) The team helps a woman whose memory resets every three minutes as Watson struggles with auditory hallucinations and questions whether someone is behind his current decline. 9.30 FBI. (Mv, R) When a bombing at a local restaurant leaves several injured or dead, the team races to apprehend the suspect. 11.30 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning

Programs. 2pm Jeopardy! 4.05 WorldWatch. 4.35

PBS Washington Week. 5.00 Kars & Stars. 5.50 Alone Sweden. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.25

Cursed Gold: A Shipwreck Scandal. 9.20 Great Australian Road Trips. 10.20 Rock Legends: Elton John. 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 9. 1.50am Alone: The Skills Challenge. 2.15 Letterkenny. 4.00 Late Programs.

6am

Manganinnie. Continued. (1980, PG) 6.50 Agatha Christie’s Crooked House. (2017, PG) 9.00 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997, PG) 10.45 The Perfect Dinner. (2022, M, Italian, Neapolitan, English) 12.40pm Nowhere Special. (2020, M) 2.30 Whina. (2022, PG, Maori, English) 4.30 Dancing At Lughnasa. (1998, PG) 6.15 Lucky You. (2007, PG) 8.30 Phantom Thread. (2017) 11.00 Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 1.20pm Football. NTFL. Men’s. Under 18s. Round

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Harry’s Practice. 10.30 Escape To The Country. 1.30pm The Real Seachange. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.00 Your Money & Your Life. 3.30 Animal Rescue. 4.00 Escape To The Country. 7.00 Greatest

Monday, September 1

(R) 2.00

1.00

Question Time.

Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

R)

2.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 WorldWatch. 10.15 Susan Calman’s Grand Week By The Sea. (R) 11.05 Scotland: Ocean Nation. (Premiere) 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.00 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. (R) 2.55 Garage Dreams. (PG) 3.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 9. Highlights. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.25 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (Return) 8.35 Abandoned Railways From Above: Scotland. (PG, R)

9.30 Moulin Rouge: Yes We Can-Can! (Mn, R)

10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 Classified. (Malsv) 11.50 Tokyo Vice. (Malsv, R) 1.50 Blackport. (Mls, R) 2.45 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PGa, R) 3.20 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. (R) 4.15 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (PG, R) 4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

(31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.15pm Thomas And Friends. 2.40 Pop Paper City. 3.00 Play School. 4.10 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Dr Ann’s Secret Lives. 8.40 Contraption Masters. 9.25 The Crystal Maze. 10.15 Merlin. 10.55 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Anton Chekhov’s The Duel. Continued. (2010, PG) 7.25 The Movie Show. 7.55 Lucky You. (2007, PG) 10.15 Kompromat. (2022, M, French, Russian) 12.35pm Hive. (2021, M, Albanian) 2.10

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Theo stands his ground.

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (Return, PGal) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel. 9.20 The Rookie. (Mav) Ahead of Nune’s return home, Nolan looks for clues to locate Jason Wyler.

10.20 The Agenda Setters. (R) An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics. 11.20 S.W.A.T. (Mv) Yakuza assassins descend on LA.

12.20 Hooten & The Lady. (Mav) 1.20 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

The Block. (PGl, R)

Young Sheldon. (PGa, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG)

Tipping Point. (PG)

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) The teams work on their rumpus rooms.

8.45 Footy Classified. (Ml) A team of footy experts tackles the AFL’s big issues and controversies.

9.45 Players. (Ml) A look at all the AFL news. 10.45 9News Late.

11.15 Opal Hunters: Red Dirt Road Trip: Queen Of Gems. (PGlv) 12.10 100% Footy. (M) 1.05 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair.

Tuesday, September 2

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

8.00 Foreign Correspondent. International affairs program.

8.30 Inside Our Minds: Inside Our ADHD Minds. (Premiere, PG) Chris Packham meets two people with ADHD. 10.30 Mental Wealth. (PGa) 11.20 ABC Late News. 11.35 The Business. (R) 11.50 Four Corners. (R) 12.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.55 Hawke: The Larrikin And The Leader. (MA15+l, R) 1.55 Parliament Question Time. 2.50 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PGa, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys: Brest To St Brieuc/ Rennes To Mont Saint-Michel. (PG)

8.30 Insight. Explores the way young people are embracing spirituality.

9.30 Dateline: India’s Virginity Test. An investigation into virginity “tests”.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Secret World Of Snacks. (PGas, R)

11.25 The Cranes Call. (Premiere, Malv)

1.05 New York Super Airport. (R) 3.55 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (R) 4.30 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.15pm Thomas And Friends. 2.40 Pop Paper City. 3.00 Play School. 4.10 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Deadly 60. 9.10 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 10.00 Merlin. 10.45 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 2.50pm Aussie Jokers. 3.25 WorldWatch. 5.25 The Fast History Of. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Hoarders. 10.20 The Day The Rock Star Died. 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 10. 1.50am Bamay. 2.10 Dark Side Of The 2000s. 3.50 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am The Movie Show. 6.35 Whina. (2022, PG, Maori, English) 8.40 The Unknown Country. (2022, PG) 10.20 Phantom Thread. (2017) 12.55pm Today We Fix The World. (2022, M, Spanish) 3.00 The Movie Show. 3.35 Anton Chekhov’s The Duel. (2010, PG) 5.25 Mr Blake At Your Service! (2023, PG, French) 7.30 The Big Short. (2015, M) 9.55 Official Competition. (2021, M, Spanish) Midnight Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Karla Grant Presents. 11.30 MOVIE: In The Zone. (2018, PG) 2pm Strait To The Plate. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Indian Country Today News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.45 Ocean Parks. 7.35 Ice Vikings. 8.30 Pro Bull Riding Australia. 9.30 Over The Black Dot. 10.00 Hunting Aotearoa. 10.30 MOVIE: The Dark Horse. (2014, M) 12.40am Late Programs. NITV (34)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Dana gains more insight on her man.

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGal) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.

9.05 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (Premiere, M) Four members of a suburban garden club find their lives intertwined by scandal, mischief and a shared secret.

10.05 The Agenda Setters. (R) An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics.

11.05 Tik Tok: Murders Gone Viral: The Mother And Daughter Killers. (Mav, R)

12.05 Fairly Legal. (Mav, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) The teams struggle to finish their spa rooms.

8.40 Paramedics. (Mlm) Aaron and Laura rush to a young mother who is bleeding heavily from cervical cancer.

9.40 Footy Classified. (Ml) Footy experts tackle the AFL’s big issues.

10.40 9News Late.

11.10 La Brea. (Mav, R)

12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 Let’s Eat With George. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. 7.30 Survivor: Australia V The World. (PGl) Fourteen returning contestants head to Samoa. 8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 9.40 FBI: Most Wanted. (Return, MA15+a) The team investigates a string of gruesome killings. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 10 News+. (R) 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen

Wednesday, September 3

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.05 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.30 Grand Designs. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 5.05 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.05 Susan Calman’s Grand Week By The Sea. (PG, R) 10.55 Scotland: Ocean Nation. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 10. Highlights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (l, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 James May: Our Man In India. (Return) 8.30 DNA Journey: John Bishop And Hugh Bonneville. (Ml) Hugh Bonneville and John Bishop go on a road trip.

9.35 Smilla’s Sense Of Snow. (M) Smilla and Tork confront a chilling truth.

10.40 SBS World News Late.

11.10 COBRA. (Return, Mal)

That. (Mal, R) 11.45 Parliament Question

12.45 Grand Designs. (R) 1.35 Long

Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 2.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.25 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

12.00 Vigil. (Mav, R) 2.15 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PGaw, R) 2.50 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. (PGaw, R) 3.45

Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Mysterious Benedict Society. 10.10 Merlin. 10.55 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am The Movie Show. 6.20 Mr Blake At Your Service! (2023, PG, French) 8.20 Finding You. (2020, PG) 10.30

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6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Sonny and Eden manage cyclone Remi.

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGal) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.

9.10 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.

10.10 Unfiltered. (PGa) Hosted by Hamish McLachlan.

10.55 Why Ships Crash. (PGa, R) A look at the Suez Canal blockage. 12.15 Imposters. (Madlv, R) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

9News Morning.

The Block. (PGl, R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.35 Motorbike Cops. (PGl, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG)

Paramedics. (Mlm, R)

Pointless. (PG)

Tipping Point. (PG)

9News Afternoon.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) A team wins a $260,000 caravan.

8.40 Clarkson’s Farm: Healing. (Ml) Jeremy Clarkson takes on multiple projects.

9.50 The Grand Tour. (Ml) The boys take a trip to Mozambique.

11.10 9News Late.

11.40 Damian Lewis: Spy Wars. (Mv, R) 12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.20 Garden Gurus Moments. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal.

PUZZLE ZONE

Field glasses

Gush

Offal

Sacred poem

Gated canal section

Overly precise

For some time

Curved lines

Songbirds

Perfectionists

Method

Too soon

Vulgar comment

13. December 31, New Year’s 15. Scalp strands

Hit ball high

Tribal convention

Atlantic or Pacific

Recline lazily

Mineral springs

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Ranelagh at Frankston - First meeting

Compiled by Cameron McCullough

THE first general meeting of the new Ranelagh Club at Frankston (Mornington Road) was held last week in the lounge at Scott’s. Hotel, Melbourne, for the purpose of directing the incorporation of the club under the provisions of the Companies Acts.

As indicative of the intended spirit of this club, afternoon tea was served at the same time as the business of the meetings was being conducted.

Brigadier-General Blamey was in the chair. It was decided that at the present stage no appointment would be made to the offices of patron, president or vice-presidents, but that such be left in the hands of the committee.

The following were elected to be the first committee: G. S. Anderson, Dr. W. L. Armstrong, S. B. Bagley, E. L. G. Creswell, A. C. Dredge, W. J. Foster, Dr. B. Foster, R. G. Menzies, Dr. N. Morris, J. W. McComas, P. M. Newton, P. W. Powell, P. Sandral, J. E. Taylor and K. Tolhurst; hon. secretary, W. McC, Howitt; hon. treas., W. J. Daish.

It was explained that the golf links are complete except for the bunkering, and it is expected to be playable before the end of the year; that 13 grass tennis courts are under construction, and nearing completion, and that the guest house may be expected to be in commission for the coming season.

Some riding hacks and about a dozen ponies had already been sent to the club. The State Rivers and Water Supply Commission was at present engaged in laying a water main into Rannoch Avenue.

Several houses were in course of

THE MEANING OF EXISTENCE... AND OTHER SHORT STORIES 100 YEARS

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construction, and many members had signified their intention of commencing building within the next month or so. It was announced that over 200 members have been already enrolled.

***

AT the invitation of Mr. and Mrs W. S. McCarthy, of the Bay View Hotel, the Frankston Football Club was entertained at a dinner on Tuesday evening last.

A good number of the members of the club accepted the invitation, and had a most enjoyable time.

The dinner was beautifully laid out, and served in the hostess’s best style, the colors of the club being prominent.

The guests were given a musical treat by tunes from the gramophone, while enjoying the good things provided at the supper table.

After the guests had satisfied the wants of the inner-man, a number of toasts were proposed and enthusiastically responded to, including the “President of the Club” (Cr. McCulloch); “Secretary” (Mr. J. Broomhead); “Treasurer” (Mr. C. Willox); “The Association,” “Kindred Clubs,” “Host and Hostess,” “The Waitresses,” and “The Press.”

During the evening a gold medal was presented to Max Croft, one of the young players of the season, who had shown marked improvement in his play as the season advanced.

Mr. Broomhead, the secretary of the club, announced that the promise given to the players earlier in the year of giving them a trip at the end of the season, had not been overlooked, and it only remained for them to decide the locality where they would like to

go. It was eventually carried that a trip round the peninsula would prove the most enjoyable. It was therefore decided to carry out the wishes of the majority, the date to be fixed later on.

Auld Lang Syne was then sung in good old-fashioned style, and the company dispersed, after having one of the most enjoyable evenings on record.

***

Flinders Federal Electorate – The Prime Minister’s Tour

Early in September the Prime Minister (the Rt. Hon. S. M. Bruce, P.C.) will visit a number of important centres in his own electorate, paying special attention to the districts of Koo-wee-rup and Wonthaggi.

On Monday, 7th September, Mr. Bruce will motor from Frankston to Koo-wee-rup, spending some little time on route at Pearcedale, where he will meet the local residents.

Early in the afternoon he will address a public meeting at this great industrial centre.

Next day the Prime Minister will spend some hours meeting the electors in and around the town. In the afternoon he proceeds to Glen Alvie, and subsequently to Loch, where he will address a public meeting and spend the night.

On Wednesday, 9th September, the Prime Minister will return to Melbourne.

The public meetings at Koo-weerup, Wonthaggi, Glen Alvie, and Loch have been so arranged as to enable the largest possible number of electors, not only to hear the Prime Minister,

but to become personally acquainted with their distinguished member in the House of Representatives.

***

Death Of Mr Sam Pearce

By the death of Mr. Sam Pearce

there passed away a very brilliant young horticulturist. Well versed in every branch of his calling, his opinions were always listened to with interest and respect.

He was a very reliable guide on market values, and an expert judge of quality, a keen buyer and a conscientious salesman to his clients. Having maintained a connection between producer and consumer for many years, his place will be hard to fill.

He passed away at the early age of 36 years, and to him may well be applied the old Grecian proverb: “They whom the gods love die young.”

Some years ago he married a daughter of that fine old Yeoman, Mr. William Hatch. He leaves a widow and two young girls about the school age. ***

SOMERVILLE

The Somerville Dramatic Club gave another of their world-famous three act farces on Tuesday night, when, before a crowded house, “Her Gloves” was staged.

As usual the ability of numerous artists was of a high quality.

The performance of Mr. Frank Maslen being extremely creditable.

The new additions to the Dramatic Club’s ranks made very creditable first appearances.

The attendance was estimated at between 200 and 250, and all appeared satisfied and pleased with the perfor-

Official! I Am Out of Touch

DO you ever feel like you missed a meeting? Or that everyone knows something that you don’t and that you’re mere moments away from having hoards of strangers turn and point at you while laughing maniacally? Do you find yourself scratching your head and any other body part that might be readily available at the time because you’ve no idea what others are talking about?

Congratulations - you may be out of touch.

I have always considered myself to be ‘in touch’. This is something I achieved by watching the news, reading the newspaper and maintaining a general interest in world affairs. I cultivated an interest in the arts by carefully clipping out the EON FM singles and albums chart from the paper before memorizing the various chart positions, taking special care to note the big moves up or down. I read a lot of books, collected rocks and made sure to either leave my room or stick my head out the window at least twice a day. It has all been for nought.

For despite my best efforts, I have come to learn that none of these things is considered valuable anymore. News involves reporting of the facts, and ‘the facts’ have been subjected to a hostile takeover by opinion. And by ‘opinion’, I’m not referring to a point of view but an orange-faced, high volume, steam-roller of words blasted out in anger. It’s the kind of pointless noise that causes flocks of birds to suddenly take fright and fly away and fearful parents to cover the eyes of their children. There’s no better example, perhaps, than the Bloviator In Chief who, I feel, has done more than anyone to devalue the value of truth. There’s no agreed set of facts from which we can all work. Evidence is optional. Everything’s up for grabs. Anything’s disputable. Nothing, it seems, is certain.

Music was once all consuming. The bands you liked and the singers you worshipped defined who you were as a person. You wrote their names on your pencil case so the world knew who, precisely,

it was dealing with. Not anymore. Now I regularly encounter people who say things like ‘I’m not really that into music’. I find this staggering. I fear that today’s students write the names of podcasters and influencers on their pencil cases, declaring their allegiance to people who simply don’t deserve it.

Realising that I was out of touch was something of a revelation. It came as all the young people in my life gawked at me, open mouthed in astonishment, when I said I had no idea who or, indeed,

what ‘JoJo Siwa’ is. The answer, according to Wikipedia, is that JoJo Siwa is a ‘singer, dancer, actress and media personality.’ It was ironic that I hadn’t heard of her, given that I have the very same description on my résumé.

Then I was then forced to listen to the song ‘Karma’, an event for which my ears are yet to forgive me. Indeed, while listening to ‘Karma’ I could not help but think that I was experiencing some act of karmic retribution for a past sin like the time I put twenty cent pieces on top of the Coonara woodfire

mance. The whole staging reflects great credit on the stage manager and secretary, Mr. J. Nairn.

A short dance until midnight was held, and greatly enjoyed by the young people.

***

Personal

The numerous friends of Mr. Jas. Grice, of “Moondah,” Frankston, will regret to learn that for the last ten days he has been seriously ill. He is an inmate of a private hospital in Melbourne.

Frankston Football Club has always been supported by a very strong ladies’ committee.

Perhaps the club among its many fair enthusiasts possesses no more consistent worker than Mrs. Flo Benson.

At the annual ball on Friday night last Mrs. Benson gave valuable assistance.

Owing to an oversight her name was omitted from the list of ladies named as contributing to the success of the evening.

Mr. Peter Patroni, late proprietor of the Pier Hotel, Frankston, left Australia some months ago on a world tour. He writes to the editor of “The Standard” from Rome, stating that having travelled all over Italy, he now intends visiting Switzerland, France and England.

He hopes soon to return to Australia, and wishes to be kindly remembered to all his Frankston friends.

***

From the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 28 August 1925

heater and invited my youngest brother to help himself. This is where it gets confusing.

The kids also thought the song was bad, but they referenced it constantly, singing it everywhere from the kitchen table to the front door and back again. They seemed to both revel in making fun of her while simultaneously being fans. There’s a duality to their fandom that I just can’t get. It’s both devotional and critical at the same time. Things have changed.

Then there’s YouTube in general. When I was a kid, every night followed a strict pattern – news at six followed by A Current Affair with a Sale of the Century chaser. I’m not sure the kids I know are aware that free to air television even exists. Everything is streamed, mostly from YouTube. And this content comes not from trained professionals but from something called ‘YouTubers’. Oftentimes, the videos these YouTubers post involve them either playing video games or making fun of something or someone else. I find it largely insufferable. Falling out of touch is not something that’s happened all at once but, rather, forms part of a long, slow downward trajectory. I could try and resist by having a full-blown midlife crisis but, instead, I feel more inclined to surrender. I am out of touch and proud of it. So, if you see me, don’t start talking about your favourite influencer unless you’re prepared to have me stare back at you blankly as though you were talking gibberish. Which you probably are. Don’t expect anything more than a shrug of the shoulders and, possibly, a cavernous yawn when you mention what’s trending on TikTok right now. I just don’t care.

At least when Darryl Hall and John Oates were out of touch, they had a great song and a massive drumkit to console themselves. I simply have to accept it. And I do. I still like to watch the news. And, sometimes, I watch free to air television. And I still love music, JoJo Siwa excepted. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

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Kangaroos pounce as Tigers miss out on finals

MPFNL

MEN’S DIV ONE

DROMANA have missed finals by percentage after a heartbreaking defeat at the hands of Pines on Saturday.

With other results going their way, Dromana only needed to avoid defeat to lock up their finals spot. The Tigers hosted Pines at Dromana Recreation Reserve.

After the Tigers got out to an early lead, Pines struck back and took an 11 point lead into the half time break. The Pythons stretched their lead to 31 by three-quarter-time.

Dromana fought for their lives in the final term, with their finals chances dwindling. The Tigers nearly pulled off a miracle, but just ran out of time.

Dromana was defeated by Pines 15.15 (105) to 16.14 (110). The loss saw Dromana finish sixth.

Cameron Olden did the damage for Pines, booting eight goals in a best-onground display.

The result was a blessing for Mt Eliza, who finished fifth despite a final round defeat to ladder leaders Rosebud. Rosebud beat Mt Eliza 12.11 (83) to 6.17 (53).

Red Hill has had a difficult year, but finished the season on a high note with a thrilling win over Sorrento.

Both sides were evenly matched all day, with the lead swinging back and forth. Sorrento took a one goal lead into the final term.

Two late goals and a behind saw Red Hill sneak ahead in the dying stages. They held on to beat the Sharks 13.9 (87) to 13.8 (86).

Joshua Mold, Patrick MacDonald, Daniel Frampton, Tynan Bressan, and Connor Eardley were Red Hill’s best.

Frankston YCW has momentum on their side after a 30 point win over Edithvale-Aspendale, on Saturday. Langwarrin locked up their finals spot with a comfortable 49 point win over Mornington.

Frankston YCW, in a repeat of this week’s match up, will play EdithvaleAspendale in the qualifying final at RJ Rowley Reserve on Saturday afternoon. On Sunday afternoon, Langwarrin plays Mt Eliza in the elimination final at Olympic Park Rosebud.

MEN’S DIV TWO

DEVON Meadows have earned their way through to the next round of finals after a comfortable win over Pearcedale.

Devon Meadows had plenty of chances in the first quarter, but failed to convert them. They went into the first break level.

After the quarter-time break, Devon Meadows piled on eight goals. They held on to their lead for the rest of the day, eventually claiming a 47 point win 13.3 (81) to 18.20 (128).

Luke Daniel put in a great shift for Pearcedale, kicking six goals. James Frawley kicked four goals for Devon Meadows, and Arnold Kirby kicked three in a fantastic display.

Devon Meadows will play Frankston Bombers on Saturday, with the winner

FRANKSTON YCW were too strong for EdithvaleAspendale. They will now meet them again in the first week of finals next week. Picture: Craig Barrett

moving on to the Grand Final. Crib Point Recreation Reserve will host the battle.

Pearcedale will have a chance at redemption on Sunday in the semifinal. They will play Somerville, who scored a thrilling come-from-behind win over Chelsea in the elimination final.

Chelsea looked comfortable at halftime, leading by five goals. Somerville chipped away at the lead, but still trailed by three goals at three-quartertime.

The momentum continued in the final term, with Somerville sneaking ahead. The lead swung back to Chelsea, but two late goals sealed the result for the Eagles.

Somerville moved onto the next round of finals with a stunning 10.13 (73) to 11.15 (81) win.

NEXT WEEK’S GAMES

DIVISION ONE MENS

Saturday 30 August, 2.15pm: Qualifying Final

Frankston YCW v EdithvaleAspendale - RJ Rowley Reserve Sunday 31 August, 2.15pm: Elimination Final

Langwarrin v Mt Eliza - Olympic Park Rosebud

DIVISION TWO MENS

Saturday 30 August, 2.15pm:

Semi Final 2

Frankston Bombers v Devon Meadows - Crib Point Recreation Reserve

Sunday 31 August, 2.15pm: Semi Final 1

Pearcedale v SomervilleBaxter Park

LANGWARRIN locked in an MPFNL men's Division One finals berth after a win over Mornington. Picture: Paul Churcher

Second spot down to the wire

SOCCER

MOUNT Eliza and Seaford United have two games left to try and hold on to their State 5 status.

The top two teams in their league will remain in State 5 under the pending league restructure and just one point separates these local rivals as the season draws to an enthralling climax.

Morwell-based Fortuna 60 won the league last weekend and although

Mount Eliza holds the whip hand in second spot it is looking anxiously over its shoulder after losing 3-0 at home to Seaford on Saturday.

The visitors were the more clinical side and two goals in two minutes in the first half had Mount Eliza on the back foot.

Seaford captain Conor Mcfall whipped over a cross to the back post in the 33rd minute with Blake Hicks steaming in and he headed past home team keeper Luke Armao.

It was 2-0 in the 35th minute after a spectacular run down the right by Zain Ahmad whose low cross was tapped into a gaping net by Dylan Waugh.

Mount Eliza had a chance to get back into the game when awarded a penalty for a shirt pull but Seaford keeper Hayden Hicks was up to the task making a fine save.

Seaford was reduced to 10 men in the 65th minute when Backy Barakzoi was shown a second yellow card and Mount Eliza defender Riley Van Zanden was shown a straight red late in the match following a reckless challenge.

Mount Eliza pushed hard in the second half but couldn’t break down a resolute Seaford defence and the game was put to bed in the 81st minute after a Matt Davies strike deflected into the air and Luke Murray’s acrobatic header found the back of the net.

Mount Eliza’s last two games are away from home against Endeavour Hills Fire and Keysborough. Seaford’s remaining fixtures are away to Aspendale and home to Cleeland United.

Paul Williams’ side will be confident of taking maximum points from teams condemned to a double drop into a new State 7 next season.

In the other State 5 game last weekend Aspendale went down 1-0 away to Cleeland United on Friday night due to Ollie Clark’s own goal in the second half.

In recent seasons Aspendale has been on an uphill trajectory finishing sixth in 2023 and third last year but is now certain to line-up in State 7 next year along with another local in Mount Martha.

Meanwhile the curtain fell on the VPL1 season on Sunday with Langwarrin signing off with a 4-1 defeat at the hands of visitors North Sunshine Eagles.

North Sunshine had much more to play for as Langy had already avoided relegation while its opponent had to win to give itself a chance at a promotion play-off spot.

Brad Blumenthal scored for the local side who finished the season in 10th spot.

In State 1 Mornington’s promotion push no longer is in its own hands after Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Bayside Argonauts at Dallas Brooks Park.

In the 62nd minute Bayside keeper

Lewis Cotsopoulos dropped the ball under challenge from Matt Hennessey and Kieran Dover was on hand to tuck away from close range.

Eight minutes later the visitors responded through Oliver Chadwick when the home side didn’t deal with a corner.

Both teams struggled to deal with a poor pitch and in the final analysis a draw was a fair result.

In State 2 Peninsula Strikers got back to winning ways with a convincing 3-1 away win over Doncaster Rovers.

Strikers controlled this game for the most part against a Doncaster team

that faced relegation with anything less than a win.

Strikers took the lead in the 38th minute after Jaiden Madafferi’s cross was cleared into the path of Stevie Elliott who rifled a half-volley into the roof of the net from 25 metres.

Three minutes later it was 2-0 after Matt Harrington played in Campbell Steedman who slotted into the bottom corner.

Strikers missed a golden chance to make it 3-0 after Steedman headed wide just after half-time and Doncaster clawed one back from a corner with 20 minutes to go.

But the home team’s hopes ended in injury time after Riley Anderton played through substitute Joel Bowen who hammered a left-foot volley over the keeper into the top corner.

Skye United kept the pressure on Strikers when it held on for an important 3-2 win on the weekend at home to Bentleigh United Cobras.

Skye took the lead after just six minutes when a long Marcus Collier throw caught the visitors napping and Elliott Craig motored down the wing and squared the ball to Varmah Mgoneh who tapped in from close range.

Skye dominated proceedings for the remainder of the half but couldn’t extend the lead.

In the 54th minute Mgoneh turned

provider when his corner found the head of Daniel Attard to make it 2-0.

Just four minutes later the hosts were cruising when Mgoneh got his second as his free-kick sailed past the Cobras’ custodian and went in off the post.

But true to form Skye couldn’t coast to victory.

Skye’s Arash Sadegh saw red in the 69th minute after picking up a second yellow and the visitors made the home team pay.

Goals to Erik Lambropolous and Nicholas Tsamis made for a nervy last 15 minutes but the 10 men held on.

Skye has the opportunity to momentarily move into second spot on Thursday night when it hosts North Caulfield.

The big news in State 4 is Baxter climbing to sixth just two points behind fifth-placed Rosebud.

A top six finish will secure State 4 status in the looming league restructure.

Baxter’s 5-1 win over bottom team Frankston Pines last weekend combined with Somerville Eagles losing 2-1 away to champion elect Endeavour United allowed Billy Armour’s men to leapfrog their neighbour.

Saturday’s success for Baxter was spearheaded by Jai Power’s hat-trick with Keegan Myatt and substitute Nicholas Whelan also on target.

Shuki Sharifi scored for Pines.

Pines forfeited the reserves game at half-time as players were required for the senior matchday squad.

All the goals in Somerville’s loss were in the first half.

Endeavour United took an early lead but parity was restored when Alessio Izzo converted from the spot.

Joao Bosco Halle scored the winner right on half-time and has put Somerville in a precarious position as it tries to retain its league status.

Somerville hosts Baxter on Saturday in a season-defining derby that is sure to attract a good crowd to Westernport Secondary College.

Rosebud lost 2-0 to Chelsea on Saturday evening.

The home side had the best opportunities early with Barney Johnson and Connor Wharton having chances to put Rosebud ahead.

It took until the 32nd minute for Chelsea to break the deadlock with a goal of the season contender from Daniel Vella from outside the box.

Chelsea went further ahead three minutes later with Rosebud down to 10 men as Charlie Gunning was receiving treatment on the sideline.

An unfortunate own goal from Rosebud central defender Billy Painting gave the visitors a two-cushion they never relinquished.

NEXT WEEKEND

Thursday, 28 August, 8.30pm

Skye Utd v North Caulfield, Skye Recreation Reserve

Saturday, 30 August, 3pm Mornington v Old Scotch, Dallas Brooks Park

Knox City v Peninsula Strikers, Egan Lee Reserve

Somerville Eagles v Baxter, Westernport Secondary College

Chelsea v Monash University, Edithvale Recreation Reserve

Rosebud v Sandown Lions, Olympic Park

Mentone v Frankston Pines, Mentone Grammar Playing Fields

Aspendale v Seaford Utd, Aspendale Gardens Sports Ground

Fortuna 60 v Mount Martha, Crinigan Road South Reserve

Endeavour Hills Fire v Mount Eliza, Power Reserve

Race is on: Seaford United striker Dylan Waugh (right) tries to run down the ball as Mount Eliza keeper Luke Armao clears on Saturday. Picture: Darryl Kennedy
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