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LIBRARIES have slowly begun to reopen, starting from 9 June. Chelsea, Clarinda, and Westall libraries have opened their doors for adjusted hours after closing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dingley Village, Highett, Moorabbin, and Patterson Lakes libraries remain shut for the time being. Parkdale and Cheltenham libraries are open for click and collect services only. Frankston libraries have also begun offering click and collect services again. For more information visit kingston.vic.gov.au/library/openinghours.

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Scope of planning probe widens Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au MORE than 20 planning matters are set to be investigated as part of a probity review ordered by Kingston councillors in the wake of the planning scandal which toppled Casey

Council. Last year the state’s peak anti-corruption body IBAC began hearings in response to allegations that developer John Woodman had financial ties to City of Casey councillors. In response, Kingston Council ordered a review into developments that had come before them which involved

parties named in that IBAC investigation. They included Mr Woodman, planner Megan Schutz, lobbyist Phil Staindl, former Mordialloc MP Lorraine Wreford, and Wolfdene, a company owned by John Woodman’s son. In February council had identified 14 applications that met their criteria. At their 25 May meeting councillors

agreed to include further planning matters in their review. Matters which will be scrutinised as part of the proposed probity review include applications for Waterways, 44 First Avenue, Peninsula Kingswood Golf Club, the Pompei’s Landing precinct, dwellings on Woods Avenue, Chicquita Park, the second

stage of the Bay Trail, and the Alex Fraser Group. Council will now seek responses from legal service providers to conduct the review. Casey councillors were all sacked by the state government earlier this year in response to the IBAC hearings.

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Free dog poo bags at parks Job losses hit hard FREE dog poo bags will soon be available at dog parks across Kingston. Council trialled the free bag system for six months, and has made the call to implement it permanently. The mayor Georgina Oxley said “my dog Banjo and I love to get exercise at Kingston’s fantastic off leash areas but it’s important all dog owners do the right thing and pick up after their pooches, so everyone in the

community can enjoy our reserves, parks and beaches.” “We are making it easier for dog owners and will be providing dog litter bag dispensers at select off leash parks and reserves across Kingston. Council will also look to expand this to other larger, popular dog off leash reserves,” she said. Council has discussed implementing the free bags at Roy Dore Reserve, Bicentennial Park, Iluka Reserve,

Bonbeach Sports Reserve, Glen Street Reserve, Kevin Hayes Reserve, Farm Road Reserve, Kingston Heath Reserve, Reg Marlow Park, Spring Road Reserve, Namatjira Park, Moorabbin Reserve, and Bald Hill Park.

THE dog-litter bag dispenser at Namatjira Reserve’s dog off leash area. Picture: Gary Sissons

Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au THE Dunkley electorate is among the hardest hit by the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, with 7.9 per cent of jobs in the area lost according to a new study. A study conducted by the Grattan Institute found that only two Victorian electorates were suffering worse than Dunkley when it came to job losses during the COVID-19 crisis. The Dunkley electorate encompasses Frankston, Mt Eliza, Langwarrin, Skye, and Seaford. The Isaacs electorate, which covers from Carrum to Moorabbin, has a job loss rate of 6.6 per cent during the pandemic. The Flinders electorate, which covers the Mornington Peninsula, has also suffered through a job loss rate of 7.9 percent. Dunkley MP Peta Murphy said the area’s high rate of job loss highlighted the need to expand the JobKeeper program. “The JobKeeper wage subsidy is not reaching all the people who need it. We know they got the numbers wrong by $60 billion, now is the time to support workers in Dunkley,” she said. “The [federal government] should start by heeding my call to extend JobKeeper to support workers in the arts and entertainment sector, at Monash University Peninsula Campus, for casuals and PARC employees.

CLINICAL educator Brionhy Westbrook, nurse Kayla Cheasley, ICU consultant Mark Savage, ICU nurse unit manager Amy Brown, and critical care nurse Glenn Coghill. Picture: Gary Sissons

Socks draw attention STAFF and doctors at The Bays Hospital in Mornington wore their crazy socks “loudly and proudly” on Friday 5 June. The aim of the colourful display was to bring attention to the challenges faced by doctors and the disproportionately high suicide rates in the medical profession. Cardiologist Dr Geoffrey Toogood, a long-time advocate for mental health, came up with the idea of Crazy Socks 4 Docs Day to raise awareness of mental health problems among health professionals. Dr Mark Savage, of the hospital’s intensive care unit, said: “As members of a caring profession, healthcare professionals strive to provide the very best care for our patients [but] we are not always so good at caring for ourselves and our colleagues, particularly when facing mental health challenges in life. “Campaigns like Crazy Socks 4 Docs are essential to raising awareness of mental health issues as they affect health care workers, continuing the conversation and saving lives.”

Stationery company making face shields The company says that its shields are “100 per cent carbon neutral, 100 per cent recyclable polypropylene.”

A FACE shield manufactured by Sagamore Industries. Picture: Supplied

Works continue in the south east and there will be transport disruptions We’re upgrading the intersection at Thompsons and FrankstonDandenong roads. Works are also underway to upgrade the Monash Freeway and remove level crossings on the Frankston Line. Road disruptions: Closed intersection, roads and ramps Monash Freeway

Throughout Jun

Reduced speed, overnight lane, and ramp closures

Charman Road, Cheltenham

Until 11 Jun

Road closed between Station Road and Blagdon Street

Thompsons and FrankstonDandenong roads, Carrum Downs

Until 5am on 13 Jul

Intersection closed

Balcombe Road, Mentone

Until 23 Jun

Road closed between Swanston Street and Como Parade West

Jacksons Road, Mulgrave

From 10pm on 19 Jun to 22 Jun and 26 to 29 Jun

Closed under the Monash Freeway overpass

Public transport disruptions: Buses replace trains Frankston and Stony Point lines

Until 26 Jul

Moorabbin to Mordialloc

Keep in mind, there are other disruptions over winter. Find a detailed list at bigbuild.vic.gov.au

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A SEAFORD stationery company has made the switch to producing face shields to help support hospital workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sagamore Industries usually produces binders and diaries, but has started using their facilities to make the protective equipment. The company has kept their 35 staff employed to manufacture the equipment. They are making around 10,000 shields a week.

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“The offenders instructed the victims they can heal them by packaging their cash and jewellery and praying over it at a particular location. The offenders pray over the packages and then swap the items over while the victims are unaware.” The first scam occurred in Cheltenham on 14 February, and the second occurred in St Kilda on 17 February.

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Card taken from car A MAN who used a credit card stolen in Clayton South is wanted by police. On 18 May the card was taken from a car parked on a lawn. It was later used at a petrol station on Heatherton Road. An image of a man police wish to speak to has been released. Anyone with information

should contact Senior Constable Kuskopf at Moorabbin CIU on 9556 7419, or contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. AN image released by police as part of an investigation into the use of a stolen bank card.

Crime spree in Seaford A MAN has been charged with 38 offences after allegedly going on a crime spree in Seaford last week. The man is alleged to have committed crimes including burglaries, thefts from motor vehicle, attempted thefts, and an aggravated burglary. The alleged offending occurred overnight between 1 June and 2 June on Frankston-Dandenong Road, Hadley Street, Braemar Street, and Lorna Street. After police arrested the man they found what they believe to be stolen bank cards and a laptop at a Frankston hotel. The 28-year-old man, of no fixed address, faced Frankston Magistrates Court on 4 June.

Roadside operation POLICE have run a roadside operation targeting people travelling over the long weekend.

Operation Regal ran from 12.01am 5 June to 11.59pm 8 June. Road Policing Command Assistant Commissioner Libby Murphy said “as restrictions ease and more traffic flows on our major arterials, Operation Regal [focuses] on the fatal five of road trauma, speeding, drink and drug drivers, fatigue, driver distraction and people not wearing seatbelts.” “Many drivers may be out of practice after not travelling long distances or country roads since March. Make sure you give enough distance between vehicles, look ahead and give your full attention to driving.”

Lost kayak found A KAYAK and soccer ball have been handed in to Mordialloc Police Station. The kayak is model SF-1003. The items were handed in on 17 March, but police have not yet been able to locate the owners. The owner is asked to contact the police station on 9588 2988

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Ratepayers to fund $60 million in new works Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au FRANKSTON Council has passed its annual budget for the 2020/2021 financial year. Rates will rise by an average of 2 per cent in the next year. Frankston Council projects a $9.92 million surplus in the budget, down from the previous year’s projection of $22.09 million. The budget contains nearly $60 million worth of capital works projects. They include works at RF Miles Reserve, Jubilee Park, Centenary Park, Belvedere Bowls Club, and the Frankston Yacht Club building. Nearly $25 million will be spent by council on infrastructure maintenance in the next financial year. The mayor Sandra Mayer said “our precious open spaces, including parks and streetscapes will also continue to flourish with $7.05 million committed to their preservation and enhancement. Additionally, Kananook Creek will be enhanced, thanks to $536,000 in funding for the redevelopment of the arboretum, and the Frankston BMX track will remain a treasure of our city’s youth thanks to a $502,000 redevelopment.” “We declared a climate emergency late last year and will keep delivering projects and planning for a future with reduced emissions and a thriving environment in Frankston City. This includes the Urban Forest Action Plan which will guide us over the next two decades to transform the urban forest into a highly valued, well resourced and thriving asset,” she said.

THE mayor Sandra Mayer at Community Support Frankston, which has received a grant through council’s COVID-19 relief package. Picture: Supplied

“My fellow councillors and I will continue to advocate to both state and federal governments for further funding to deliver even more local and regionally beneficial projects.” The approved budget also made the $6.34 million package to help residents affected by the coronavirus pan-

demic official. Among the measures approved as part of the COVID-19 relief package was making parking in council owned and managed city centre off-street car parks free for up to two hours. As part of the COVID-19 relief package, a grant has already been

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Cars line up for outdoor show IT was just like old times at Dromana Drive-In last week, with cars lining up at the gate and the movies ready to roll. The outdoor screens were back in business after emerging from the 10week COVID-19 shutdown. Owner Paul Whitaker said six movies were scheduled on the three screens over the two sessions of the Thursday 4 June opening night. “It’s a really good feeling to be opening again,” he said after being closed since the last weekend in March. “We will open Thursday to Sunday as normal but, if demand is high, we could go to seven days a week.” A part of the drive-in’s fabric since it was opened by his father in 1962, Mr Whitaker took over in 1989 and included extra screens. The family affair continued with wife Shelley running the AmericanDUNKLEY MP Peta Murphy at Frankston’s Greek Senior Citizens Club, before social distancing restrictions. Picture: Supplied

style diner and their children helping out part-time after school and at weekends. “The funny thing is we were never actually told to close [during the pandemic] so, theoretically, we could have been operating all through,” he said. “Our system is ideal for social distancing, with customers having no need to leave their cars. They are able to order food and drinks through our online system and, when they go to the toilet, they can wash their hands and use hand sanitiser.” He said an enthusiastic audience was eager to hook up the microphones on opening night, with “lots of bookings” to see Jumanji: The Next Level, Red Dog: True Blue, Back to the Future, Ferris Buellers Day Off, Bad Boys for Life and Mad Max. Stephen Taylor

Counting down: It’s (almost) show time as Paul Whitaker opens the Dromana drive-in gates last week. Picture: Yanni

Government grants go to groups FUNDING boosts have been handed to fourteen local community groups through the federal government’s local volunteers grants program. Amounts of up to $5000 were handed to the following groups: Carrum Downs Sri Lankan Seniors, City of Frankston Bowling Club, Community Support Frankston, Frankston Cancer Bag Group, Frankston Music Society, Local 2 Community, Mount Eliza Neighbourhood Centre, Mums Supporting Families in Need, Quillmoves, Rota-

ry Club of Frankston, St. John Ambulance Australia Victoria, Greek Senior Citizens Club of Frankston & Peninsula, Theordora House, and the Women’s Spirit Project Dunkley MP Peta Murphy said “recent events have reminded us of the importance of volunteers and their contribution to the Australian community.” “Local community groups will be receiving a much needed and well deserved boost through these volunteer grants. I am disappointed

however that, because the funding pool was insufficient, many will miss out,” she said. “Despite around 70 per cent of worthy applications missing out in previous rounds of volunteer grant funding, the federal government limited this round of grants to $66,000 per electorate. Without explanation, only $63,000 was awarded in Dunkley. Because of the funding limit, 21 Dunkley volunteer groups that applied for assistance missed out.”

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Adderly’s mourn death of 12-year-old daughter Compiled by Cameron McCullough MR and Mrs Adderly of Langwarrin suffered a sad bereavement in the loss of their daughter, Erica, aged 12 years, whose death took place on the 21st May in Melbourne, where she had been taking the day previously for expert treatment. Death was due to Bright’s disease. The funeral, which took place on Monday, at the Frankston cemetery, was attended by her late schoolmates from Langwarrin State school. Much sympathy is felt for the parents and family in this, their great loss. *** Football. Frankston V. Balnarring The Frankston-Balnarring match played at Frankston was, except for the opening term, very uninteresting, the home team, after the first change, playing all over their opponents, and taking complete charge of the game. Balnarring have some fine players, but are not disciplined, and their play was hampered by attempts to ‘handle’ their opponents. The visitors were without the services of Buckley, Col Vansulyn, Ballenger, and Hall, while Frankston played F. and P. Darcy, E. McComb, and Pike – Williams, Conder, Davies, and Cain being out. The Play Balnarring got busy on the bounce, but a fine mark by Gurr saved centre play for a time, until Patterson, marking, forwarded, but no good came of it. A great kick by R. Tipping on to Hurley, and Balnarring looked like scoring.

Frankston backs returned some brilliant wing work by Coxall and clever team work by Bray and Patterson gave McCulloch a chance, but the ball was touched in transit. A line sprint by Stone, and again the visitors crossed the centre line, but Eades returned, and, Patterson forwarding smartly, Bolger scored the first goal. Some fine play in which Wilson, Bray, and Carlson showed out, and the latter kicked a fine sixer, repeating the performance from a free a few minutes later. A free to Twining, marked by T. Delaney, and Balnarring attacked vigorously, Joe Vansulyn and Stone putting in great work. A free to Eades relieved, but the Red and Blues were determined, and G. Berryman secured a minor point, as did T. Delaney with a great boot from a free on the right wing. A free to J. Callanan, who sent the ball forward, and C. Delaney scored a big point. A free to Carlson on the bounce, fine centre play, Patterson on to Bolger, but the attack was beaten off by J. Vausulyn. Free to stone, finely marked by T. Delaney, and again Frankston’s goal was in danger. Good play by H. Humphries, mark by A. Tipping, and Balnarring’s second goal appeared from the latter’s boot. Back and forward play followed, Balnarring now showing their best form for the day. Bob Tipping, Robertson, G. Humphries, Stone, and Jack Vansulyn

all showing out strongly. Stone and T. Delaney were brilliant in marking and wing play. A fine mark by Jack Vansulyn, but a free was awarded to Twining, who raised one flag. Stone marked to T. Delaney; a free to Gamble, but his foot slipped, and Berryman secured a small point as the term ended: Frankston, 3 goals 3 behinds. Balnarring, 2 goals 3 behinds. A free to Stone opened the second term, but a fine mark by Gamble and an equally fine kick sent the ball well forward. Twining, from a running shot, hit the post. W. Vansulyn centred, but Wall and Carlson worked forward again, and a free to Twining right in front secured Frankston’s fourth goal. Marked by F. Darcy to Patterson, the latter lost his kick by hanging on too long. P. Darcy played to Patterson, to Twining, to Bolger, and one flag appeared, followed by two double scores within a few minutes. Balnarring were now plainly beaten, and were much disorganised, kicking wildly and constantly leaving their men. A couple of weak attempts to score resulted in two minor points, mainly through the influence of Theo. Delaney. At the half-time interval the scores stood: Frankston, 6 goals 9 behinds. Balnarring, 2 goals 5 behinds. The remaining play was mostly Frankston’s, although Stone and T.

Delaney showed up splendidly at times – the latter secured his side’s third and, in the concluding quarter, their fourth goal. At three quarter time the scores were: Frankston, 10 goals 9 behinds. Balnarring, 3 goals 7 behinds. The final scores were: Frankston, 12 goals 12 behinds. Balnarring, 4 goals 7 behinds. The game was not one on which to judge players’ merits, but Balnarring probably had the best two men on the ground in Theo Delaney and Ronnie Stone, both of whom played brilliantly throughout the whole game, and made very few mistakes. Unfortunately for their side, their comrades were not of the same standard, although Jack, Joe and Bill Vansulyn, H. Humphries, A. and B. Tipping, and G. Berryman showed good form in the earlier stages of the game. For the home team, every man seemed to be there when wanted. Carlson and Twining were great and showed out prominently. (It was good to see Cyril’s return to pre-war form). Of the others Wall, Wilson, Bray, Gurr, Coxall, Bolger, Patterson, McCulloch and Eades were the most noticeable. *** FOR sale, brick house, six rooms, sheds, etc. One acre, orchard. E BRAY, Petrie Street, Frankston. *** Heard in Train H.M.S. Renown sailors, will receive

a warm welcome from Frankston residents next Sunday morning. The visitors are timed to arrive at 11 o’clock. The sub-committee appointed in connection with the Kananook Creek improvement scheme, will meet at an early date to arrange for a monster deputation to the Minister of Public Works. No tenders were received for the construction of the new State school at Seaford, and the work is to be readvertised. Frankston district has suffered considerably as the result of the strangling of the building trade during the last 18 months. Frankston Councillors and the Shire Engineer visited the Stone Quarry at Moorooduc yesterday morning. The Peninsula State School Committee’s Association is an established fact, and judging from the enthusiasm of delegates at Frankston on Wednesday night it will prove a great success. Some disappointment is felt that Frankston and other Peninsula school children were not provided for in connection with juvenile demonstrations at the coming of the Prince of Wales at St Kilda. Soldiers from the Military Hospitals will visit Frankston on Sunday afternoon as the guests of the Wattle Club. The establishment of a Elementary Secondary School for the Peninsula is to be urged immediately and the suggestion is to be vigorously pushed by the Shire Council. *** FROM the pages of the Mornington Standard, 4 June 1920

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dressing in black and exercising in the dark, he’d almost entirely neutralized the risk that comes with outdoor exercise. He could fall off the equipment and no one would be able to see him. Genius. It has to be said that it’s rare for those attending a gym to dress entirely in black. It’s rarer still that they should wear a ski mask. No one who exercises wants to accidentally look like a member of TISM. But here was the Exercise Ninja, lifting weights in the darkness to evade both detection and social stigma. Before I could so much as say, ‘I loved Great Trucking Songs of the Renaissance!’ he disappeared, melting back into the darkness. Ready

to appear wherever there’s injustice or, alternatively, a rowing machine. I’ve learned a lot over the past few weeks, and not just how far people will go to maintain their exercise regimen. Firstly, I learned that I’m a master of social distancing. This is largely because I spent most of my twenties perfecting the art of social distancing; a skill that has stood me in remarkably good stead during lockdown. To some extent, it kind of felt like business as usual. I’ve come to appreciate hand sanitizer in a way that, a couple of months ago, I would have said was impossible. And yet I barely take two steps before I’m slamming my hand down

on the pump pack to give my palms another spray. I swear my hands are beginning to have a permanent sheen. I’m washing my hands so often, they practically glow in the dark. And I’m not done yet. I’ve been trying to improve myself by acquiring a heap of new skills. Having decided that now is the time to learn a foreign language or two, starting with Klingon, I plan to take things up a notch with Esperanto (it’s due for a comeback). If I’m feeling especially brave, I may even learn how to cook spatchcock. There was a brief moment at our local supermarket when the only thing they had resembling poultry of any kind was spatchcock. When the chips were down (and needing some form of protein), spatchcock was there. Ever reliable. I’m getting used to Zoom meetings at work. The make me a little uneasy as I can never quite tell when I’m being deceived. For all I know, someone who looks to be neatly dressed is, in fact, rocking a pair of ‘Dora the Explorer’ pajama pants. The camera never lies, but it doesn’t tell you everything either. Mind you, my colleagues often look confused when I speak Klingon; but the fault is theirs if they haven’t used their time as well me. Recently, the crime-scene tape was removed from the local playground and all the outdoor gym equipment. At exactly the same time the Exercise Ninja has disappeared. I don’t know where he’s gone, but I bet he’s eating spatchcock and speaking Klingon to anyone who’ll listed. Good luck to him. stuart@stuartmccullough.com


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One million reasons to play SOCCER

By Craig MacKenzie FOOTBALL Victoria has put a million dollar proposal on the table to slash fees and entice clubs to participate in the 2020 season. FV’s fee relief package was announced in stages last week starting with NPL1 then NPL2 and NPL3 followed by an offer to State League clubs. The official announcement stated, in part: “The packages are aimed at supporting the safe return of football at all levels and ensuring the viability of our 355 clubs and the game in Victoria more broadly.” As an NPL2 club Langwarrin received confirmation that promotion was still in play but relegation had been removed for the 2020 season. The key points of the NPL2 package are: n A 20% discount on a $20,000 participation fee n A 62% reduction in referees’ fees comprising a 25% cut agreed to by referees plus an FV subsidy taking matchday fees from $500 to $187. This fee reduction ends should state government lift restrictions on crowds to enable 300 or more patrons to attend. n A target date of a return to full contact training of Monday 22 June pending state government approval n A target date for a season start of the second weekend in July. n A preferred season scenario whereby in a 12-team league 16 rounds take place comprising each team playing each other once (11 games) before splitting into a top six and bottom six and playing each other within those groups resulting in five further rounds. The key points of the State League package which confirmed a promotion incentive while removing relegation are: n A 20% discount for senior men on their team entry fee and a 100% discount for senior women’s teams n A 20% discount on senior men’s player registration fees and a 50% discount on senior women’s player registration fees n A target season start date in line with NPL and a similar preferred season scenario of 16 rounds. FV has reserved the right to place teams in other leagues to preserve its

Double trouble: Mornington striker Josh Hine (left) and ex-Somerville Eagles player-coach Dave Greening. Pictures: Darryl Kennedy and John Punshon

ideal 12-team scenario (with the exception of the 14-team NPL1). For example, if just a handful of NPL1 teams want to play this season they could be accommodated in NPL2 however the top two finishing NPL2 teams will earn promotion to a revamped 16-team NPL1 in 2021. FV will be hoping that little change will be needed to current State Leagues as there is a danger of a logjam in a worst case scenario whereby, for example, six teams in the same league choose not to participate but pay their team entry fees to preserve their league status for next year. FV could replace those six teams for this season by promoting teams from a lower league so with two teams being promoted and no relegation FV could face the problem of dealing with 16 teams with a legitimate claim to compete in that league in 2021. Of the local clubs just Langwarrin and Seaford United have yet to indicate whether or not they will play this year.

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without cross-subsidisation from other levels of football.” That was a direct response to the reaction when the offers to NPL clubs were circulated on social media eliciting an avalanche of claims that poorer clubs were subsidising wealthier clubs. FV also hopes to shortly release details of a Hardship Policy it is developing. Meanwhile in State 1 news star Mornington striker Josh Hine has suffered a major setback while recovering from a road accident in late April. Hine had suffered a dislocated elbow and minor fractures when cycling and being knocked to the ground by a motorist. Passers-by took him to Sandringham Hospital for treatment and a few days later scans confirmed that surgery was required. He was operated on to repair ligament damage and was on target for a return to the game later this month. However trouble with his wound led to another visit to the specialist and he

Langy has until 5pm on Friday while Seaford has until 5pm next Monday to inform FV of their intentions. It’s understood that both clubs will hold player meetings this week and the result of those meetings will play an important part in their decision whether or not to take part in the revamped 2020 season. FV held a video conference meeting with all NPL2 clubs last Friday at which clubs asked the federation to waive the $1000 media fee levied upon them. It’s understood that Goulburn Valley raised the concerns of many of its junior parents at having to travel to compete in parts of the state where coronavirus outbreaks have occurred. FV will hold a video conference meeting with State League clubs this week. In another FV announcement late last week the federation was at pains to make it known that the proposal made to NPL clubs was “based on selffunding from within NPL revenues,

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Rawiller lands maiden metro victory HORSE RACING

By Ben Triandafillou MORNINGTON-based apprentice jockey Campbell Rawiller landed his first metropolitan winner at Sandown on Wednesday 3 June. Rawiller partnered the Matthew Williamstrained Brilliant Concept to take out the seventh race on the card and made it back-to-back victories for the combination. Having scored a dominant benchmark 64 victory at Ballarat at their prior start, Rawiller took the four-year-old gelding to the rear of the field before slowly creeping forward in the run. By the top of the straight Rawiller had Brilliant Concept within two lengths of the leader and pounced in the straight to land a half-of-alength victory in the benchmark 70 contest. Rawiller said it was a big achievement to land his maiden metro win after riding close to 600 horses so far in his career. “It felt like a big milestone for me, and something I had really been working hard towards,” Rawiller said. “It’s a great feeling to have ticked off that box, and I was lucky enough to get the right horse to come along to pull it off. “I have built up a good relationship with the horse and it’s nice to be given the opportunity by the owners and trainer to be able to get the win for them.” Rawiller backed up his success at Sandown with a winning double at Casterton on Saturday for his boss Logan McGill. Rawiller piloted the speedy mare, Can Star, to a dominant three length victory in the fifth race before breaking a long run of placings with the consistent Rockin’ Sonny to score a narrow win in the sixth. The inform apprentice said the winning double made the five-hour drive from Mornington well worth the trip.

“It was great to get the double for the boss,” he said. “Things are really starting to come together now and it’s a credit to the great mentors that I’ve got around me to get me here.” The victory aboard Rockin’ Sonny brought up Rawiller’s 60th winner since kicking off his career in September last year.

Metro winner: Apprentice jockey Campbell Rawiller scores his first metropolitan victory at Sandown aboard Brilliant Concept. Picture: Supplied

Sports seasons in limbo THE 2020 MPNFL season hangs in the balance, with its future set to be evaluated later this month. AFL South East head Richard Black, AFL South East CEO Shaun Connell, and officials from each of the 22 MPNFL clubs all met on 3 June to discuss the 2020 season. It was decided that a further evaluation would be held after an update from Premier Daniel Andrews, expected on 21 June. Senior leagues across Victoria have begun cancelling their seasons in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. The Northern Football Netball League and Southern Football Netball League will both not proceed this season, it was announced last week. A statement from AFL South East read “the regions club’s approach to a return to training over the past few weeks has seen strong numbers across junior, senior football and netball and is the first step to returning to competitive sport across the region.” “Our consistent approach during these unique and challenging times has been to take advice from the federal and state government, our sporting bodies AFL Victoria and Netball Victoria, and to work collaboratively with our clubs to ensure the best path forward,” the statement read. “This will remain our approach, and we are fully aware of the importance of a safe environment for all participants involved and the ongoing sustainability of our clubs. “We thank all member clubs and the community for their patience, and we take a positive approach to see football and netball being played under the AFLSE banner in 2020.” It is understood that plans are in place to recommence the Mornington Peninsula Junior Football League on 12 July, unless the state government intervenes. The junior season is expected to run for nine weeks with a three week finals period. Games may be played on Wednesday nights. MPJFL Grand Finals are expected to be scheduled for Sunday, 20 September. Brodie Cowburn

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2

1

1

Kitchen/diner with bay window Lounge and main bedroom both with air-con Separate bathroom and laundry Front & rear verandahs, lock-up storage

SOLD

$250,000 u u u u

Bed

Bath

Car

2

1

1

Kitchen with great bench space Lounge room with air-conditioning Renovated bathroom and laundry Rear verandah, single carport

$250,000 u u u u

Bed

Bath

Car

2

1

1

Huge lounge with new carpet Both bedrooms have BIR’s Kitchen with great bench space Veranda and a single carport

$260,000 u u u u

SOLD

$280,000 u u u u

Bed

Bath

Car

2

1

1

Fantastic open floor plan Huge kitchen and dining area Lounge room with air-conditioning Single garage with auto roller door

$295,000 u u u u

Bed

Bath

Car

2

1

1

Fantastic floor plan Huge kitchen & dining area Large lounge with air-conditioning European laundry

UNDER ACT R T N O C

Bed

Bath

Car

2

1

1

Huge open plan living Dining area set in bay window Renovated kitchen is a must see 2.2 K/W solar system has been installed

$325,000 u u u u

Bed

Bath

Study

Car

2

1

1

1

Open plan living Kitchen with great bench space Lounge room with raked ceilings 2.2 K/W solar system has been installed

To arrange your site inspection contact David Nelli 0403 111 234 or at the office on 5979 2700 Email: david@peninsulaparklands.com.au PAGE 12

Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News

10 June 2020


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