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ST LOUIS de Montfort’s School, Yarrabah School and Aspendale Primary students Harper, left, Evelyn, Dominic, Max and Mason were happy, despite rain on the day, to attend the launch of a street art by Kingston children installed at Aspendale train station to brighten commuters’ travel time. See story Page 4. Picture: Gary Sissons
Historic station under threat Neil Walker neil@baysidenews.com.au MENTONE’S historic train station is under threat as part of the state government’s plans to remove the Balcombe Rd level crossing on the Frankston line. A new train station will be built and the heritage-listed station, constructed in 1913, may be used as “an entrance” to the new station or a history centre or cafe, according to Level Crossing Removal Authority (LXRA) documents.
Two options for Mentone – rail over road or rail under road – were released by the LXRA last week for public consultation closing at the end of October. The government will then announce which of the two options will proceed with construction due to begin in early 2018. “I appreciate that there’s a lot of care and value in the Mentone community for both their station and the surrounding gardens,” Labor Transport Minister Jacinta Allan told The News. “Both options – whether it’s a rail
over or a rail under option – do have some impact on the station, platforms and building.” Friends of the Mentone Station and Gardens chair Dorothy Booth said she is “very uneasy” about the proposed level crossing removal plans but hopes the existing historic train station building, heritage listed in 2006, is not closed to the public in future. “A history centre would be good but I think it would have to be a rail history centre if we could get rail enthusiasts involved,” she said. Ms Booth is worried the building’s historic nature will be overlooked in the
rush to separate road from rail at Balcombe Rd. “How can the Level Crossing Removal Authority in effect sweep aside a state heritage-listed site to achieve their aim?” Ms Booth said it is vital that the existing station building is open to the public so it is not derelict and is maintained for future generations. Ms Allan said the LXRA “is working really hard at how it can minimise the impact on the station”. “I have no doubt this is something that people will want to talk about through this next phase of consultation.” Community information sessions to
hear more about the Balcombe Rd project will be held at Kilbreda College on 4 October and 7 October. The level crossing removal is part of a state government plan to remove 11 crossings along the Frankston line to ease traffic congestion and improve train services. Three crossings at Ormond, McKinnon and Bentleigh have been removed and eight more, including the Mentone crossing, along the Frankston line will also be removed. Visit your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au to see plans and lodge feedback online or call the LXRA on 1800 762 667.
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Jail for hit-run teen
A TEENAGER on probation over car thefts, aggravated burglaries and a police pursuit when he rammed a car in Governor Rd, Mordialloc, killing mother-of-two, was last week sentenced to two years 10 months in youth detention. The now-16-year-old was speeding in a stolen BMW X5 sedan and using social media when he crossed onto the wrong side of the busy road, 7.30am, Monday 9 November, and struck the Ford being driven by Amanda Matheson, 47, of Carrum Downs. She died later at The Alfred hospital. The BMW four-wheel-drive had allegedly been stolen from Doncaster the previous Wednesday and used in a violent Frankston South carjacking three days earlier when a shotgun was allegedly pointed at a motorist. The children’s court was told the Patterson Lakes youth was iceaffected at the time of the collision and “didn’t appear distressed” before leaving the scene, near Spray Av. He was later arrested at the Chelsea Heights McDonald’s. The youth pleaded guilty to nine charges, including dangerous driving causing death, failing to assist at a serious accident, and car theft.
THE region’s best singers, dancers and musicians took to the stage this month for the final of the Kingston’s Got Talent competition at Kingston City Hall in Moorabbin. Band Lash 78, featuring sisters Lauren and Sheridan Harvey on acoustic guitar and vocals, won the major prize for their impressive performance and won a $1000 Westfield gift voucher. Kingston mayor Cr Tamsin Bearsley said the competition showcases, celebrates and develops talented Kingston performers. “These young performers put on a terrific show for the audience and should be incredibly proud of their efforts,” Cr Bearsley said. “The quality was incredible and I’m sure we will be hearing great things as they further grow and develop.” n Other winners of Kingston’s Got Talent were: Best Dance Performance: 15-year-old Tina Pyrcz Additional Prize: 19-year-old hip-hop dancer Jay Adams Runners Up: 10-year-old signer Andy B, 16-year-old percussive guitarist Ethan King and all-female jazz group Infusion.
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On song: Lash 78, above, won this year’s Kington’s Got Talent competition in a strong field of contenders. Pictures: Frank Amato
‘No dummies’ in council elections DUMMY council candidates will find it tougher to run at council elections next month after an 11th-hour state legislative change banned postal ‘how to vote’ cards ahead of next month’s council elections. ‘Dummies’ have no intention of winning ward elections to represent their community but instead put their name up to funnel preferences to legitimate candidates, often in agreement with candidates seeking election. Such preferences can get council candidates over the line if they do not win enough votes in their own right. “The armies of dummy candidates
lining up to run in this year’s council elections will have to think again,” state Liberal opposition planning spokesman David Davis said. “Removing how-to-vote cards from the postal pack will mean stooge and dummy candidates running to harvest votes and preference them to a lead candidate will face bigger obstacles.” All votes for the 22 October election will be made by post. While candidates cannot include ‘how to vote’ information in official Victorian Electoral Commission ballot packs mailed to voters they can still include preferences information
in advertisements and election material letterboxed or handed out to voters. Twenty-one candidates competed for nine Frankston councillor spots, representing three wards, at the 2012 council election. Crs Geoff Gledhill (Central Ward) was elected partly due to preferences last time around after not finishing in the top three on first preferences. Victorian Electoral Commission figures show just under 71 per cent of 38,939 enrolled voters actually voted in 2012 and 5.34 per cent lodged informal votes that were not counted. A staggering fifty-two candidates
nominated to run for nine councillor spots in 2012. Twenty-eight ran in Central Ward where Crs Rosemary West, Ron Brownlees and Geoff Gledhill were elected last time around. Candidates for Kingston Council can register with the VEC from Thursday 15 September and nominations close at noon on Tuesday 20 September. Ballot packs will be mailed to voters on Tuesday 4 October-Thursday 6 October and voting closes 6pm on Friday 21 October. See vec.vic.gov.au or call 131 832 for further information. Neil Walker
A PATTERSON Lakes man “irate at the noise” made by a construction worker on a property at the corner of Riverside West and Wetland Dr, allegedly jumped the fence and assaulted him, Tuesday 6 September. The 35-year-old, who has been bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court in November, took umbrage at the noise of a concrete saw before throwing stones at the worker. He then allegedly jumped the fence and punched the man several times before the worker managed to throw him to the ground and run inside the unit and lock the door. The offender then allegedly threw a brick through a double glazed window which also damaged a plaster wall. Police later said the man admitted to smoking cannabis before the incident.
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Horsing around: School pupils celebrate horse themed art brightening up Aspendale train station. Picture: Gary Sissons
Students take art to station ASPENDALE train station is getting a Spring racing carnival makeover in a bid to tackle illegal graffiti. Large horse stencils have been used to create a mural along the Station Street side, while large seahorse murals have been painted, decorated and installed along the Nepean Highway side of the station. The equine-inspired art has been funded by a state government $25,000 Graffiti Prevention Grant – with an additional $8700 provided by Kingston Council. The new visuals were created by Friends of Aspendale Train Station group, children from schools and kindergartens, the Aspendale Life Saving Club, scout groups and Victoria Police. The artwork is fitting for Aspendale station, which was
originally built for the racing crowd in the early part of the 20th century. The project also provides an anti-graffiti education program for students, a new graffiti removal trailer and tree planting. Launching the mural last week, Mordialloc Labor MP Tim Richardson congratulated students and community groups who had “come together to brighten up Aspendale station and help put an end to illegal and unsightly graffiti”. “The new mural will greatly improve a decades-old, standard brick block station and will be a source of great community provide for the future,” he said.
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Call for witnesses to hit-run
POLICE are appealing for public help after a hitrun at a busy Mordialloc intersection. Emergency services were called to the scene near Boundary and Canterbury roads after a passer-by found a man lying on the road, 11.40pm, Wednesday 7 September. It is believed the man may have been crossing Boundary Rd when he was struck by a car heading south. Fortunately, he did not receive life-threatening injuries. Police believe the car which struck the man was a Nissan which will have body damage to the front. Anyone who may have seen the crash or who has information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at crimestoppersvic.com.au
Arrests over car thefts
KINGSTON detectives have arrested and charged a 17-year-old girl and 19-year-old man
with car theft after two cars were stolen from outside houses in Mentone, 19 August. Detective Senior Constable Amelia Faulkner said they included a 2013 Holden station wagon taken from Mentone Pd and a 2007 Nissan sedan from Naples Rd. A credit card and a suitcase with knife sharpening implements were also stolen. It is alleged the girl, of Forest Hill, and the man, of Chadstone, were in possession of a credit card stolen from one of the vehicles. Detective Faulkner said a search warrant executed at their homes led to police recovering allegedly stolen property and purchases made using the credit card. She said the pair had been bailed on strict conditions.
PO burgled – again and again
A Braeside post office has again been burgled again – only three weeks after the previous robbery after two robberies in July. The parcel thieves struck the Ventura Way mail sorting outlet overnight Monday 12 September
and stole a large quantity of parcels. Moorabbin police are unsure at this stage exactly how many were stolen. Chains and locks to gates to the property were cut by the thieves who entered the main building through a side door and accessed the parcel storage area. There they bent the door jamb to force open a door and used a hand trolley to keep it open while stealing items. Police are viewing CCTV to assess how many parcels were stolen in the raid.
Station fracas
A SEAFORD man who scuffled with PSOs in the Carrum station car park on Saturday night, 10 September, has been charged with several offences, including assaulting an emergency worker on duty. Police said the protective services officers became involved in a row with three “aggressive and alcohol-affected males” who they said were abusing a taxi driver. The men became “uncooperative and more
aggressive” when they got out of the taxi and a struggle ensued with one of the men, 9pm. A PSO was kicked to the back of the head and the alleged offender, 45, scraped his forehead on the concrete. The other men were said to be verbally aggressive to the PSOs while being directed to leave the area but were not involved in the scuffle. Mordialloc and Caulfield police who arrived to assist the PSOs said the offender was still “continuing to resist violently and refusing orders to put his hands behind his back” for handcuffing. The police said they had to use their batons to manipulate the man’s arms behind his back. He was charged at the scene with assault emergency worker, resist emergency worker and being drunk in a public place and taken to Moorabbin police station “until sober enough to be interviewed”. The man will be summonsed to appear at Moorabbin Magistrates’ Court at a later date.
Pokies debts plunged Dolphins into crisis POKIES bankrupted the Frankston Football Club. The Dolphins went into voluntary administration late last month as the club struggled under large debts and the administrators called in by the club have now confirmed most of the club’s debts are related to pokies machines licences. Worrells Solvency and Forensic Accountants, administrators called in by the club, revealed at a creditors meeting last Wednesday (7 September) that the footy club owes the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation about $475,000 and $230,000 to Tabcorp. Both debts are related to 27 electronic
gaming machines the Dolphins decided to remove from its new $3.4 million function centre in May to make the venue pokies free. Frankston Council is also owed $68,000 for unpaid rent, the administrator confirmed. Worrells confirmed all debts, including unsecured debts, total about $1 million. The administrator has tapped former Melbourne Storm CEO Ron Gauci, who comes to Frankston with a reputation for turning around troubled businesses, to help a possible restructure of the football club and its finances. Mr Gauci helped turn around the NRL
club when he was called in to assist in 2010 after the rugby club faced sanctions over salary cap breaches. “Drawing on Mr Gauci’s expertise will give the Frankston Football Club the best possible chance of survival and assist in obtaining an outcome that is in the best interest of both the club and its creditors,” Mr Burness said. Worrells says it will meet with club members, staff, players, sponsors, and those with functions booked at the club as soon as it is possible. The administrator said it is working with AFL Victoria to try to ensure the club remains a VFL club. Neil Walker
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All you need is love, love is all you need Liz Bell liz@baysidenews.com.au CARING for someone else’s child may not be everyone’s idea of a good time, but for Helen Fox of Frankston North, it’s what she does best. Ms Fox has been “mum” to more than 300 children during her 29 years as a foster carer, and she’s not ready to stop just yet. “When I can’t hold a baby in my arms anymore, that’s when I’ll stop,” she said. Ms Fox’s tremendous generosity was recognised last week by OzChild, which awarded her the prestigious Rob Clark Protecting Children award. With four children of her own, it has not always been an easy decision to take in children in need, but Ms Fox said the experience had been reward-
ing beyond words. “I’ve made a lot of friends and many loving, lifelong connections, with of my past foster children still come to see me and bringing their own children to visit.” As a 23-year-old just moving into a new house, and with a toddler of her own, Ms Fox received her first charge – a baby. Two more came straight after the first, and the door did not stop opening. “Yes, it was pretty scary at first, but the reward of seeing frightened and helpless children leave your care happier and more secure is all I need,” she said. “When I first started all those years ago, I thought I’d take in a couple of pre-adoptive babies and give it up when they went after about six months. “But I couldn’t say no and the ba-
bies and children kept coming.” OzChild CEO Lisa Sturzenegger said Ms Fox was nominated by OzChild staff and the principal at Seaford Park Primary School for her “warmth, strength, no-nonsense attitude and wicked sense of humour that makes foster children feel welcome and loved.” Ms Fox’s case worker Ashanti Kulasekera said Helen was an “incredibly committed carer” who dedicates her life to ensuring children are safe, nurtured and loved. “She always puts the needs of others before her own and is very well known in her community for doing so”. OzChild is looking for more people willing to become foster carers. If you are interested in becoming a foster carer, call 9212 3900.
Baby bliss: Helen Fox has loved and nurtured 300 foster children and has no plans to stop any time soon. Picture: Gary Sissons
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Car park assaults THREE men attacked the driver and passenger of a white Ford utility leaving Thrift Park shopping centre, Friday night, 9 September. The driver, 39, of Patterson Lakes, told police they were about to leave via the Nepean Hwy exit, 10pm, when a man stepped from the curb and directed them to a side car park. When they stopped the man reached in and grabbed the car keys – and then punched the driver twice to the face when he attempted to retrieve them. The man then demanded his wallet and money. The car’s passenger received a deep gash to his eye in the incident causing extensive blood loss. The car was disabled at the scene for the driver to return with a second set of keys. Cheltenham police said the three attackers were a Caucasian, African and Indian who left the scene in two cars – one a white van with graffiti on the side.
Car park arrest A MAN spotted by police loitering in the car park of a Mordialloc hotel was allegedly found to have drugs, pipes and cash in his car, midnight Friday 9 September. He was also found to be driving an unregistered car, to being in breach of six outstanding warrants, and wanted for questioning over the theft of a car. Police said drugs in a bag in the centre console included methyl-amphetamine, ice and GHB, as well as a set of digital scales and 100 deal bags. On the back seat was a bag allegedly containing four ice pipes, another set of scales and more deal bags. Cash of $525 allegedly found in the man’s wallet is suspected to be the proceeds of crime. The man fronted Moorabbin Magistrates’ Court next morning charged with trafficking and possession of drugs of dependence. Further court dates are yet to be fixed.
Girl power: The team at Peninsula Strikers is giving the competition a run for their money.
Strikers make their mark in soccer THE girls at Peninsula Strikers are showing them how it’s done in the fast-paced and growing world of female soccer. The club finished the season last year mid field but has turned the tables on the competition to scoop three major winds this year. Coach James Waller said the Peninsula Strikers under-13/14 girls showed their spirit early by winning the pre-season event at Darebin, then
later becoming league winners for the FFV south east under-13/14B league, before winning the state championships against the undefeated Watsonia Heights last Sunday week. Mr Waller said the grand final at Watsonia was nail biting, with forward Jasmine Ristevski getting a hat trick and 32 goals for the season after extra time, and strikers winning 5-4 on penalties. “Our keeper and player of the
season Tahlia Jackson, who saved Watsonia’s first penalty, finished the job by scoring the last spot kick”. Mr Waller said the club started the season with fairly low expectations, but the girls had worked hard and were getting the recognition they deserved. “It’s a real achievement as the core team of 14 are small in stature, but they have used great teamwork, spirit and self-belief to beat a lot of
bigger stronger teams.” Club president Steve Schreck said the club was growing in size and success. “In 2016 we have 111 girls, with 55 new to the club, we have eight all-girls teams, with more girls in the under-7 squads too.” He said Peninsula Strikers remained the destination club for girls for “fun and development” in the southern Victoria region.
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Your level crossing – join the conversation We are removing 11 level crossings along the Frankston line between Ormond and Frankston.
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We want to hear what you think of the options under consideration for removing these crossings.
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We’re hosting a range of forums and information sessions, and you’re invited to come and have a chat with our project team. Each session will focus on local crossings. We will present a range of information, including maps, plans and technical information on the options under consideration.
Wednesday 21 September, 6.30pm – 9.30pm Thursday 13 October, 6.30pm – 9.30pm
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Mordialloc Secondary College 1 Station Street, Mordialloc
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Two brave peninsula lads killed Compiled by Melissa Walsh WE regret to have to record that it is reported that two more of our brave Peninsula lads have been killed while fighting in France in defence of their country. We refer to Private George Harrison, son of Mr L. Harrison, of the Grand Hotel, Mornington, and Private Coxhell of the same town. *** THE Peninsula Motor Garage Pty Ltd., has purchased a fine building allotment in the Main St Mornington, and is calling for tenders for the building of a large up to date brick garage, and manager’s residence. A modern plant has already been purchased by this Company. *** A RATHER serious accident happened to Mr W. Horrod, as he was making his way home from Frankston on the 2nd inst., in trying conclusions with a motor car which was proceeding in an opposite direction. He was severely cut about the face, his nose requiring several stitches. The pony was also cut about a good deal, while the wagonette was a wreck. The car was only slightly damaged. *** A PAINFUL accident happened on Thursday evening to Private W. D. Brice of the No. 2 Guard, Langwarrin, as he was returning from Melbourne. As the train was approaching the station it is not known whether he jumped out or fell out, but he was found on the line with his foot terribly crushed. After being rendered first aid by Dr Maxwell, he was conveyed by
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Blues climb to top of mountain NEPEAN LEAGUE GRAND FINAL By Toe Punt
HASTINGS are the 2016 Nepean League Premiers. The Blues defied the odds, won three cutthroat finals and dominated for 120 minutes in the Grand Final on Saturday to be crowned the kings of Nepean League football. It was the Blues’ first flag since 1995. Hastings kept Frankston goalless in the opening half and led 6.8 (44) to 0.9 (9). The Bombers came back hard in the third quarter and had a shot for goal to reduce the margin to 10 points. The shot missed, the Blues went coast-to-coast and kicked their sole goal of the third term to extend their lead to 21 points. The game was effectively over at that point, the Blues booting four goals to three in the last to win 11.15 (81) to 6.18 (54). It was a tough Nepean League season – arguably the closest ever. There were seven teams in the competition with genuine claims to the flag at various stages throughout the 16-round season. There was one team though that perhaps had more claims than the others – Hastings. At the halfway mark of the season, Hastings was the best team in it, and a game clear on top of the table after 10 rounds. But it wasn’t until the line-in-the-sand game against Sorrento mid-season that the Blues shifted up a gear. The Blues knew they had what it took to win the flag – they certainly had the cattle. Although if the group didn’t collectively buy into the Brendan Dunne coaching style and game plan, achieving the ultimate success was going to be a struggle. Against Sorrento, on a cold and wet day and on a boggy track, the Blues found something. They were challenged by the Sharks but found a way to get down, get dirty and win. The Blues found real belief on that day. Hastings had a really tough road to the finals – then it had the toughest of roads to the final day. Hastings took on Red Hill, Rosebud, Sorrento, Somerville and Crib Point in their final six games. They also played Frankston at Frankston in the final home and away game of the season. That match meant everything to the Bombers to finish on top of the ladder. Hastings wasn’t going to move on the ladder on that day and rested Paul Rogasch, Josh Mulheron and Dunne. The Blues knew what they needed to get out of that game – they planned on facing the Bombers again. Frankston Bombers’ path took a very different route. At the conclusion of the home and away season, Frankston found itself clear at the top of the ladder. Frankston’s last six games of the season were against the bottom five sides in Crib Point, Tyabb, Devon Meadows, Dromana and Pearcedale (as well as Hastings). The Bombers had a week’s break, won through to the Grand Final after beating Rosebud in the second semi and then had another week off. Some would say it was the ideal preparation – the Bombers were certainly rested. Hastings were ‘match hardened’. Question was, when would the petrol tickets run out? Many thought it would be on grand final day on a warm afternoon at Frankston Park, a ground 20m longer than any in the MPNFL. Was the toughest of tough campaigns going to take its toll? No way, if you were a Hastings player or supporter. Hastings stalwart and media personality Kevin Miles maintained throughout the finals series that “Hastings’ best was better than any
Winners are grinners: Hastings claimed the big prize by downing Frankston Bombers in the 2016 Nepean League Grand Final on Saturday. Pictures: Andrew Hurst
other team”. Usually conservative about his beloved Blues, Miles said pre-game that his team was a “certainty” to win the 2016 premiership. The coach too said he preferred the road that his side took to the big dance. Brendan Dunne said for his team, the continuity of playing together, building rapport, extending mateship and gaining confidence by winning big games was the “ideal preparation” for his group. After the Preliminary Final, Dunne was the first to say that his team “pulled up really well” and was still fresh in the lead-up to the Grand Final. There was no evidence to suggest otherwise on Saturday. Right to the final siren, the Blues were running everywhere on ground – no doubt the adrenalin kicked in the closer they got to the ultimate prize. History shows premierships are won by teams who have more contributors all over the ground. Hastings isn’t and doesn’t claim to be flashy – the Blues are structured, disciplined and defend better than any other team. Paul Rogasch is the best player in the Nepean League – it’s not the first time I have said this. Any doubters were proved horribly wrong
on Saturday. The Hastings premiership captain dominated the Bombers across half-back, had more than 30 possessions and took more than 20 marks. There was little question who the best player on the ground was. The Bombers brains trust failed to get it right against Rogasch. Why would you leave the best player in the comp alone for the majority of the match without an opponent? Rogasch would be the first to tell you that his job is made easier due to the support he has around him. Dunne himself had an outstanding finals series – the great players and leaders stand up when it matters. Terry Green, Jay Austerberry, Lance Brouwer and Andrew Booth are also unheralded. They are a significant part of the back six and have rarely been beaten at any time throughout the finals. Jake Hewitt was the biggest improver at Hastings this season – he is only going to get better. In the ruck, Josh Mulheron and Josh Ward dominated in that area. Even when ‘Mully’ left the ground for a well-earned spell after blitzing his opponents, Ward continued the domination, both in the air and having an impact at ground level.
At ground level, the Blues had more depth in that area. The likes of Peter Mawson, David Hull, Scott Jansen, Mark Deveraux and Nathan Gray won the points against their more highly-fancied Frankston opponents. Luke Clark was a trump card and repaid the faith that the Blues had in him. Luke Smith was the same – his finals series proved what a quality player he is. Matt Clifford and Shaun Foster would have to be among the best recruits any club has picked up. They are versatile, skilled, tough and smart footballers who make the right decisions at the right time. They are wonderful people to boot. The Hastings’ forward line was always going to be a handful for Frankston. Luke Hewitt, Col McVeigh, Dale Alanis and Steve Robb looked mighty dangerous whenever the footy went in there. Draw comparisons all over the ground and Hastings came out on top. It was a memorable Premiership in a memorable season. And only one club will be remembered as a champion team: Hastings Football Club, 2016 Nepean Division Premiers.
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Final bound: Mt Eliza smashed Pines in Sunday’s Preliminary Final and will meet Frankston YCW in the Peninsula League Grand Final. Pictures: Andrew Hurst
Redlegs advance to Grand Final PENINSULA LEAGUE
By Toe Punt MT ELIZA will play Frankston YCW in the 2016 Peninsula Division Grand Final after thrashing Pines in Sunday’s Preliminary Final at Frankston Park. The Redlegs had a staggering 40 scoring shots to 11 for the match and recorded an 18.22 (130) to 6.5 (41) victory. All the damage was done in the first quarter for Pines, the favourites booting six first quarter goals to lead by 45 points at the first break. Jordan Capkin was again sensational for the Redlegs, booting four first quarter goals. Justin Van Unen was reasonably well held but still managed to finish with three goals.
The difference between the sides was unquestionably leg speed. When the ball hit the deck, the Redlegs made its opponent look as though they were running on the spot. Ben Landry and Rohan Heasley dominated through the middle of the ground, along with Jimmy Clayton while Karl Lobardozzi and Sam Gill provided enormous drive. Jay Neratzoglou and Jimmy Anwyl both had tough tasks on the rotating Pines key forwards and did outstanding jobs. In attack, Mt Eliza had movement everywhere. While Capkin and Van Unen were the key targets, Robbie Turnbull shone. Turnball booted a couple of goals in the third quarter but had a hand in many others. He is an outstanding talent. Young ruckman Matt Lillie was the best big
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Bongetti worked tirelessly whether in the ruck or in the forward half. Adam Maling also did a good job on Van Unen. The Grand Final should be a ripper. Mt Eliza and Frankston YCW booted 18 goals each in the second semi-final two weeks ago and the lead changed hands four times in the last quarter. YC led by as much as six goals early in the second quarter. The Stonecats are deserved favourites while Mt Eliza is looking strong going into the grand final this Sunday at Frankston Park. The Redlegs simply must get into the game early. If they get blown away again, they can’t win it.
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By Craig MacKenzie THREE local champions and four local clubs promoted – it doesn’t get much better than that. The relegation of Frankston Pines was the only disappointing aspect to a spectacular season of achievement in local soccer. Scott Morrison’s Rosebud Heart entered the record books by winning every league game in 2016, finishing with 18 wins, 76 goals for and 11 against. In just its second year Heart joins 2014 juggernaut Eltham Redbacks as the only Victorian senior teams in over 50 years to boast a perfect record in a season. You have to go back to the Coburg United outfit of 1962 for the next senior team to achieve such a feat. Baxter added an exclamation mark to a successful local season finishing runner-up to Heart in State 5 South and also gaining promotion. Mornington, Skye United and Heart now go on to contest State League finals in their respective leagues to decide Victoria’s State 1, State 4 and State 5 champion teams for 2016. Adam Jamieson’s Mornington won that honour last year after clinching its inaugural State 1 championship before defeating State 1 North-West champion Western Suburbs 1-0 after extra time. Mornington had clinched this year’s State 1 South-East title with a 2-1 win against Mooroolbark last Tuesday night so Saturday’s final league game against one-time title challenger Malvern City at Dallas Brooks Park meant nothing and that’s exactly what the home side got out of it going down 3-1. Jamieson protected star players Grant Smart and Wayne Gordon by substituting them early in the second half shortly after Michael Freeman caught out Malvern on the break in the 54th minute to raise the volume of the old players’ reunion taking place under a marquee set up close to the pitch. But midfield maestro Pablo Caceres produced a second-half masterclass that included a stunning 25-metre free kick and a first-time sidefoot finish after substitute Jordan Templin had turned the home defence inside out. The gifted Caceres also had a part in Max McArthur’s goal linking up in a superb interpassing combination that presented McArthur with an easy near post finish past helpless Mornington keeper Kris McEvoy. Langwarrin and Casey Comets had to settle for a 1-1 draw in Saturday’s State 1 South-East derby at Lawton Park. After a scoreless first half the second stanza started with some great chances to both sides and eventually led to Nabil Mozaffaruddin scoring with a low drive in the 65th minute after some great lead-up work by Nick Thorogood. Langy was still celebrating when Casey equalised two minutes later through a strike from midfielder Adam Dunsford that passed through a crowded penalty area and left the unsighted Langy keeper Robbie Acs flat footed. While the home side had created the better chances in the first period it was fortunate to escape with a share of the spoils after Casey dominated for long periods in the second half. Despite finishing last in State 1 South-East Frankston Pines ended the season on a positive note with a 2-1 away win over South Springvale last Saturday. Kane Bentley opened the scoring in the 35th minute after a quick free-kick from Jordan Avraham but two minutes from the interval Matty Kalagianis replied for the home team. The decisive moment came in the 82nd minute when CJ Hodgson played a one-two then had his first attempt parried by the South Springvale keeper but was able to hammer home the rebound. Pines senior coach Billy Rae has put his hand up for the job next season and if re-appointed his first task will be to retain this year’s squad as some of his players have attracted the attention of local rivals. Harry McCartney reports that a fiery State 2 South-East derby at North Seaford Reserve on
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Saturday ended with Peninsula Strikers being swept away by an eight-goal tsunami that firmly established Seaford United’s dominance over its local rival. Seaford’s goals came from top scorer Dylan Waugh (3), Josh Tsung (2), Mitch Landon (2) and an own goal by Connor Zyskowski. There were four send-offs in the reserves and three in the seniors with the red mist in the big show descending on Strikers pair Trevor Johnson and Matt Morris-Thomas while Seaford’s Li Nam Wang also made an early exit. Both teams vie for the annual Steve Taylor Memorial Shield on which Seaford placed a firm grip this season with an aggregate scoreline of 14-3. Billy Armour’s Skye United had celebrated success two Saturdays ago and as players, club officials and supporters mingled in the middle of Coomoora Reserve after beating secondplaced Keysborough 2-0 eyes were raised to the heavens in recognition of the much loved Chris Attard who died in July. The title was a fitting tribute to a man who had given the club and the sport so much. Skye finished the State 4 South league season with a 1-1 home draw against Endeavour Hills Fire last Saturday. It now gears up for a cut-throat semi against Brandon Park, a contest that pits Armour against his close friend Stan Webster in what seems certain to be a fiercely contested affair. NEXT SATURDAY’S FINALS: State 1 final: Mornington v Altona Magic, 3pm, Jack Edwards Reserve. State 4 semi-final: Skye Utd v Brandon Park, 2.30pm, Knox Regional Centre. State 5 semi-final: Rosebud Heart v Healesville, 12 noon, Skye Recreational Reserve.
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