THE new building at the Chisholm TAFE Frankston campus was officially opened last week. The project cost taxpayers more than $67 million, and is expected to host around 2000 students a year. Stage three of the campus redevelopment is underway. See story page 3. Pictures: Supplied
lyea will contest for Labor, and former Frankston mayor Nathan Conroy will get a second crack at the seat for the Liberals.
Although Prime Minister Anthony Albanese
cal campaign is already well underway. The Labor and Liberal parties have had their candidates locked in for months - incumbent MP Jodie Be-
Belyea and Conroy were the two major party candidates at the March 2024 by-election. Belyea emerged victorious with a slim 2.7 percent margin on the two-party-preferred count.
With the election expected sometime within the next two months, the minor parties have begun to name their candidates. Independents have also started to throw their hat into the
ring.
The Greens have named Matt Maber as its candidate for Dunkley - Maber’s profile reads “I’m running because I care about Dunkley and the people here. Growing up, I saw workingclass families and renters like myself pushed out as costs soared. Many of my friends can no longer afford to live in the place they grew up. The system is failing us, and I’m stepping up to change it.”
Last week former Frankston Senior Citizen of the Year Rob Thurley
declared his intention to run as an independent. Thurley is a long-time volunteer with the Kananook Creek Association, and has been among the leading voices in the fight against high-rise development near the Frankston foreshore. He says he wants to take that issue to Canberra.
“I will take the fight to protect our UNESCO-rated coastline from greedy developers and lazy councils to Canberra and seek national protection for future generations,” Thurley said. “Do not trust the three main parties to do
this as evidenced by an insane great wall on Kananook Creek proposed by Frankston Council.
“Mandatory height levels to protect our coastline need to be mandated by Canberra for all Australians to protect the weakest links around the great Australian coastline.”
Jessica Davis, a former Monash Medical Centre worker who lost her job after the implementation of vaccine mandates, is One Nation’s candidate for Dunkley. Family First will run pastor Peter Nicholes as its candidate.
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UNEMPLOYMENT, health issues, and homelessness are among the challenges that a group of women will tackle with force later this year when they participate in the “Sprit of Transformation” program.
The Women’s Spirit Project’s Spirit of Transformation is designed for women aged over 25 who are overcoming life challenges. The ten-week program, which helps empower women who have lived through poverty, health issues, or violence, is now accepting applications.
The free program is available for women in the Kingston and Frankston local government areas. It will feature an hour of exercise each week, along with sessions covering learning and behavioural styles, goal setting, boundary setting, meditation, support services, health and nutrition, and re-
productive health.
A participant from last year’s Spirit of Transformation said “before the Spirit of Transformation program, I had been unemployed for many years and isolated, I had no hope for the future. I recently got casual employment at a café and just started university. I was hospitalised for many years due to a chronic mental health condition. I felt hopeless and the pain just got worse. I was at severe risk of homelessness and extremely depressed.”
“My health worker asked me if I had heard about the Women’s Spirit Project - I was so scared walking into my first interview, I could feel the anxiety building up. I quickly learnt that the connection of being around other women going through hard times and going through my re-
covery journey with other people is not only possible but essential in me living my best life despite life struggles. I also built my confidence and learnt new strengths and values I did not know I have, like resilience and courage,” she said. “Completing the Spirit of Transformation program has been a life-changing experience for me. Before starting the program, I felt stuck in a very unhealthy place. I was welcomed into an inclusive, non-judgmental environment where I have been able to change negative patterns, cultivate a positive mindset, and develop healthier habits.”
Mentor recruitment closes on 20 March, and participants can apply until 24 April. To apply visit womensspiritproject.org/spirit-of-transformation-2025
Brodie Cowburn
THE new Frankston TAFE building, which will host around 2000 students a year, was officially opened last week.
The state government spent $67.6 million on the new building, and is spending a total of $151.1 million to redevelop the entire campus. The new facility will be used to teach the Diploma of Community Services, Certificate IV in Mental Health, Certificate IV in Youth Work, Certificate IV in Cyber Security, and more.
Chisholm Institute board chair Gillian Miles said the new facilities, which welcomed students last year, are improving outcomes at the school. “New learning environments help every Chisholm student achieve and support our communities to be job-ready,” he said.
Chisholm Institute CEO Stephen Varty said “Chisholm stands for excellence. This new building is a shining example of how TAFE delivers on this commitment, and our belief that excellence should be accessible to everyone”.
Frankston MP Paul Edbrooke attended the opening last week. He said “this state-of-the-art facility is a huge win for Frankston, giving our community access to free TAFE, helping them to get the skills they need and opening doors for the jobs they want.”
Dunkley MP Jodie Belyea said “as a former TAFE student, I know the value of public education and how important free TAFE is to giving people well-paid jobs and secure work. Chisholm’s new facility will give everyone in our community the chance to access education in critical sectors, without the financial barrier.”
The third stage of the Frankston campus redevelopment includes the construction of a new Frankston Tech School. Work on the project is well underway, and is expected to conclude in the second half of this year.
The $85 million “Frankston Learning and Innovation Precinct” at the campus opened in 2019.
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A MAN has been charged after police allegedly found millions of dollars worth of illegal goods behind a hidden door at a Seaford business.
Police raided the Austin Road business just after 7pm on 10 March. They say they found a hidden door behind a row of lockers, and seized cigarettes, tobacco, vapes and drugs with an estimated value in the millions of dollars. They also allegedly seized two firearms and multiple prohibited weapons.
On 11 March police arrested a 53-year-old Seaford man in Dandenong. He was charged with possess handgun, traffick methylamphetamine, possess methylamphetamine, traffick cannabis, possess cannabis, handle stolen goods, and two counts of possess prohibited weapon, allegedly pertaining to a taser and an extendable baton. He was bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on 14 April.
TWO men allegedly caught driving a Lexus stolen from Cape Schanck have been arrested.
Police allege the car was stolen from Jamieson Court in an aggravated burglary sometime between 10 March and 11 March. At around 12.35pm on
11 March, police intercepted the car in Port Melbourne.
The Lexus allegedly rammed two police cars and a civilian’s car prior to the arrests. A 19-year-old Carrum Downs man and a 19-year-old Seaford man were taken into custody.
A taser and OC spray were used by police during the arrest. The Carrum Downs man was taken to hospital.
A DEMOLITION company has been hit with a huge fine after a worker fell through a skylight and fractured his spine while working in Mornington.
Three City Way workers were demolishing a single storey dwelling in Mornington in October 2022 when the incident occurred, the Broadmeadows Magistrates’ Court heard. One worker fell through a fibreglass sheet on the garage roof, sustaining vertebrae fractures that rendered him unable to work.
Last week City Way Demolition Pty Ltd was sentenced in the Broadmeadows Magistrates’ Court after being found guilty of failing to ensure the workplace was safe and without risks to health, and failing, without reasonable excuse, to provide WorkSafe with required information and documents. It was fined $40,000 and ordered to pay more than $7000 in costs.
A WorkSafe statement read that its investigation “found it was reasonably practicable for City Way to have reduced or eliminated health and safety risks by using a passive fall prevention device, a work positioning system, or a fall arrest system.” WorkSafe executive director of health and safety Sam Jenkin said “despite there being clear regulations, extensive guidance, and far too many examples of preventable injuries and deaths, the company chose to bypass fall safety measures altogether.
“The blatant disregard for safety –by not having any fall protection in place and then refusing to cooperate with WorkSafe’s investigation – is very disappointing.”
LIFELONG passions for racing and porcelain artworks have won two local authors nominations for a prestigious award.
The shortlist for the 2024 Victorian Community History Awards was announced last week. Langwarrin author Gregory Hill made the list for his book Victoria’s Earliest Porcelain Works: Art Pottery, Crockery and Insulators
The shortlist also included John Macnaughtan for his book Down the Line Racecourses, a history of racecourses at Mordialloc and Aspendale. Capel Sound’s Rodney James was shortlisted for his book Letters to a Critic: Alan McCulloch’s World of Art
The Victorian Community History Awards are awarded through a partnership between the Public Record Office Victoria, the Royal Historical Society of Victoria, and the state government. Shortlisted nominees are contending for prizes ranging from $500 to $5000. Royal Historical Society of Victoria president Richard Broome
AUTHOR Rodney James. Picture: Yanni
said “we look forward to celebrating these shortlisted nominees at the Victorian Community History Awards ceremony at the end of March and announcing our major prize winners.”
Public Record Office Victoria director Justine Heazlewood paid tribute to the work of the authors. “By sharing historical books, articles, oral histories, exhibitions and creative projects, these nominees help us all to better understand our past. I thank our nominees for their contribution to Victoria’s history,” Heazlewood said.
After the release of his book, Macnaughtan told The Times his passion for racing started as a young child. “I’ve always had an interest in racing. It started as a youngster, as a kid, and then followed on from that. I even trained a horse for a year, but I didn’t train a winner,” he said.
“The main resource I use is Trove online newspapers, and I also go into the racing museum at Flemington which has a very good archive of horse racing books and newspapers.”
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A NEW specialist Aboriginal-led early parenting centre has opened in Frankston.
The Baluk Balert Barring Early Parenting Centre is a response to a “clear gap in Aboriginal-led family services in the region that focus on early years, where the First Nations population is projected to grow significantly, by 51 per cent in the five years to 2028,” a state government media release read.
“Baluk Balert Baring is the first centre of its kind in Australia combining traditional and modern health support for parents from the early days of pregnancy until their kids start school. It has support for men transitioning into parenthood, connections to community services like playgroups, and maternal child health services.”
The centre offers free specialist sleep, settling and feeding services. It was officially opened by Victorian children’s minister Lizzie Blandthorn last week.
“The centre provides a home away from home for new parents in the new purpose-built clinic on the Nepean Highway in Frankston, offering First Nations families the choice to access culturally safe early parenting supports. Every family is unique, so the centre tailors care and support the needs of each family –increasing the confidence of parents and giving them strategies they can continue to use at
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home,” the state government said. “The Baluk Balert Barring Early Parenting Centre respects cultural practices and addresses the unique needs of parents, carers, children and local Aboriginal communities.”
AN exhibition showcasing the work of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists was launched at McClelland Gallery in Langwarrin last week.
Current/Teho Ropeyarn is the third exhibition in a series of works from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists at McClelland Gallery.
Teho Ropeyarn is from Injinoo, Cape York Peninsula, Queensland. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the College of Fine Arts (UNSW) in Sydney and is currently based in Cairns. His prints focus on the natural world “from the inside out”, Ropeyarn said.
“The stories embedded in these prints are not just about place—they are about family, belonging, and continuity.”
McClelland’s artistic and executive director Lisa Byrne said “the Current exhibition series was established to provide a space for the amplification of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island cultural practice through art. The series aims to present the respective voices and diverse perspectives from across Australia’s First People’s culture to audiences nationally.
“Through projects like Current, McClelland aims to create meaningful opportunities for Australia’s First Nations artists, reflecting our commitment to continued cultural dialogue.”
Parents: Rebecca & Robbie
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Parents: Tahlia & Tim
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A SERVICE will be held in Mornington celebrating the remarkable life of one of its most cherished residents, the late Nancy Fyffe, who passed away at the age of 99 last year.
Nancy leaves behind a legacy marked by her selflessness, kindness, and unwavering support for her hometown, having lived in Mornington since 1948 when she married her late husband Ken Fyffe.
She was deeply involved in many community roles including the Country Women’s Association Mornington branch, the Mornington Garden Club, and the Mornington RSL, the latter of which she was a life member.
As a qualified teacher, she joined Mornington Primary School before going on to become the first director of what is now known as the Leslie Moorhead Preschool, where she also taught for at about 30 years.
Nancy was also a talented singer with her voice having impressed musician and identity Leila Steedman who heard her singing “on the other side of the fence, and presto! Nancy was recruited to the choir of St Peter’s Mornington where Leila was the organist,” Nancy’s daughters Estelle and Chris Fyffe said.
Nancy became closely involved over the years in parish life, including worship, the choir, street stalls, annual fete and op shop.
Estelle and Chris said their parents “were a team” as well as staunch followers of the Mornington Bulldogs, attending home and away matches weekly until Ken’s passing in 2011.
Ken was also actively involved in
the Mornington community and a life member and past president and welfare officer of the Mornington RSL.
He was also a recipient of the Rotary Paul Harris Fellow and Mornington Peninsula Bicentennial Citizen.
Ken’s family had lived in Mornington from around 1900 and at
one stage had a grocery store on the corner of Albert and Main streets, Mornington.
“Later life brought travel, more football, continued community work and more time for family, friends and neighbours,” their daughters said.
“Throughout her long and energetic
life Nancy was feisty, curious, kind, willing to learn and interested in other people. She was someone to inspire generations of women and girls.”
Nancy passed away in June last year aged 99. She would have celebrated her 100th birthday on 28 March.
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THE current measles outbreak in Victoria is growing with five further measles cases identified. Two of these cases are domestically acquired and linked to the recent domestic outbreak reported in February. Three cases acquired their infection overseas in Bali. These cases were infectious at multiple locations in Melbourne.
The current outbreak has led to a list of exposure sites, including a number in Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula. The local exposure sites are:
Frankston Hospital Emergency Department, between 8.15pm Wednesday 12 March and 2.15pm Thursday 13 March
Frankston Hospital Emergency Department waiting room, Wednesday 12 March 2025 3:20pm to 8:50pm
Frankston Hospital Emergency Department waiting room, Tuesday 11 March 2025 7:30am to 8:10am
Frankston Hospital Emergency Department, Tuesday 11 March 2025 7:40am to 4:10pm
Rosebud Hospital Emergency Department Waiting Room, Tuesday 11 March 2025 12:50am to 7:10am
Grill’d Burgers, Mornington, 18a Main St, Mornington, Friday 7 March 2025 8:20pm to 9:45pm
YOMG Mornington, 54 Main St, Mornington, Friday 7 March 2025 7:30pm to 8:45pm
The Training Ground, Rosebud, 10 Suffolk St, Rosebud, Thursday 6 March 2025 1:30pm to 3:15pm
The Training Ground, Rosebud, 10 Suffolk St, Rosebud, Wednesday 5 March 2025 8:30am to 10:00am
Anyone who has attended a listed exposure site during the specified times above should monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if symptoms develop for up to 18 days after the exposure and follow the recommendations below.
In addition, anyone who presents with signs and symptoms compatible with measles should be tested and notified to the Department of Health immediately. There should be an especially high level of suspicion if they have travelled overseas or visited any of the sites listed above and are unvaccinated or partially vaccinated for measles.
Measles is a highly infectious viral illness that can lead to uncommon but serious complications, such as pneumonia and brain inflammation (encephalitis). There have been 13 cases of measles identified in Victoria in 2025, with four confirmed cases of local acquisition.
Measles vaccination coverage rates in Australia, while comparatively high, have declined to below the 95% national target since the COVID-19 pandemic. Almost all recent cases have arisen in people who have not had two documented doses of the MMR vaccine, showing the highly infectious nature of measles. In one instance, transmission occurred in a primary care waiting room, highlighting the importance of immediate isolation of people with fever and rash who present to healthcare settings. Symptoms of measles include fever, cough, sore or red eyes (conjunctivitis), runny nose, and feeling generally unwell, followed by a red maculopapular rash. The rash usually starts on the face before spreading down the body. Symptoms can develop between 7 to 18 days after exposure.
THE CFA is warning the community that the fire season still remains active after a burn pile reignited two months after last being lit, causing a fire requiring a water bomber to be called in.
Fire crews were called to the incident on a Coolart Rd property just after 3pm on 10 March where they found a “column of smoke” and a fast-spreading fire.
Crews brought the fire under control within 30 minutes and were on scene for over three hours.
Units from Somerville, Moorooduc, Tyabb, Baxter and Mt Eliza attended.
Somerville Fire Brigade captain Joshua Caron said with conditions still dry across the peninsula, the fire had moved quickly with wind and long grass contributing to the challenging conditions, which resulted in a helicopter water bomber being called to tackle the blaze.
He said firefighters “did an amazing job to quickly stop the spread of the fire,” in a situation that could have escalated significantly.
While the incident was a “rare ignition”, Caron said it was a warning to all property owners to remain vigilant.
“I know we tell people to prepare their properties, but they need to maintain them. Especially where we are, on the rural-urban interface,” he said.
“Removing those significant fuel loads from around your house, making sure trees are maintained and grass is cut when the weather is fine to do this.”
Caron added the outlook was dry for the peninsula over March “so having a fire plan in place could be lifesaving”.
“Even on what might seem like a low-risk day, make sure you always have that fire plan in place and that you are monitoring conditions,” he said.
“This fire occurred on the kind of day where your average person wasn’t thinking about it being a fire risk day, but we are still in fire season.”
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IN a major policy shift, and a huge potential win for Hastings, councillors have voted to nominate the Hastings Marine Parade site as the preferred location for consolidated shire offices.
The change comes after the previous council had “shortlisted” two sites: Queen Street in Mornington and Wannaeue Place in Rosebud (Shortlist of two for new shire HQ, The Times 3/9/24).
Officers put forward a motion at the 11 March meeting endorsing the Mornington and Rosebud sites, but councillors had other ideas.
An amendment was put forward to the presented motion requesting the removal of Wannaeue Place (Rosebud) as an option and adding the Hastings site for further consideration.
The Times believes the move came after a confidential “Future Workplace Business Case Initial Findings” report specified prohibitive costs at the Rosebud location, and a workshop attended by councillors mooted the financial and social benefits of the Hastings site.
The amended motion is a huge win for first-time councillor Michael Stephens, whose Warringine Ward covers the proposed site.
“I think Hastings should be considered seriously for the site for the shire office proposal,” said Stephens.
“The site at 21 Marine Parade is such a great location being at the end of High Street, across from 40 acres of parkland, and ample space.
“The proposal will add a huge business injection into the area
which Hastings is desperately in need of. It would have an enormous positive impact on the town and the Western Port region.”
An amendment was put forward to pause the consultation on the Mornington site by Cr Paul Pingiaro.
The amendment came after Marsh asked council officers how much money was still to be spent on the Mornington site consultation and officers were unable to provide a figure.
“I think it is important we pause the Mornington consultation. It is a backup plan moving forward if Hastings is not viable,” said Pingiaro.
“Our consensus, after the workshop, is we are all very excited to look at the opportunities we can present for Hastings.”
Marsh agreed with pausing the Mornington consultation.
“We spend a fortune on consultants. If we are delaying it for three months, to see if Hastings is a viable alternative, given the remaining cost is not quantified, I’m keen to pause it. These business cases consume a huge amount of council budget.”
Endorsing the substantive motion, Pingiaro said “There is so much that can be done in Hastings.”
“We need to invest there. We need to look strategically at what we can achieve in Hastings. We need to boost the economy of Hastings. We need to bring jobs to Hastings. We need to revitalise the area.”
It is believed a motivating factor for pursuing the Hastings site was the commercial opportunities that would then be opened up with the shireowned land in Mornington.
“While the Crown land at Mornington needs to be looked at for other uses, the carparks are owned by the ratepayers. We get knocks on the door from developers wanting to
monetize that; it’s some of the most expensive land we own,” said Marsh.
“It makes sense if we can turn them into commercial opportunities to fund public infrastructure.
“This is an exciting and transformational project for Hastings in the same way a performing arts centre would be transformational.”
The final motion, including the removal of the Rosebud site as a preferred site, the pausing of consultation on the Mornington site, and the development of a business case for the Hastings site, was carried unanimously.
Keith Davis letter (Nuclear option?, Letters 11/3/25), in response to the position of independent candidate Ben Smith’s opinion on nuclear power, focussed on the issue of cost but ignored the other aspects of Ben’s answer which were timeframe and output.
These two factors alone negate the nuclear option.
We need solutions now to our energy requirements and renewables are delivering this now and far more cheaply than fossil fuels.
Nuclear is at least 15 years away if all goes well and frankly to expect a party that couldn’t even deliver carparks at train stations, that is a big ask.
When, and if, the nuclear power stations do arrive they will only contribute about four percent of our energy needs, so seriously what is the point of them?
Too late, too little and at too much cost.
Ross Hudson, Mount Martha
It’s good that your correspondent is still asking questions about nuclear (Nuclear option?, Letters 11/3/25).
Nuclear energy was supposed to be the big election pitch from the Coalition but now they seem to be running dead on this.
We haven’t heard anything about nuclear from Coalition spokespeople since they said they would sack Matt Kean, head of the sciencebased Climate Change Authority.
This was is in response to the Authority releasing a report explaining that the nuclear pathway would add 2billion tonnes of extra climate pollution to the atmosphere (because we would use unreliable, polluting coal stations to provide energy while we wait at least 15 years for nuclear).
It would be good to know all candidate’s positions on nuclear energy. Also where does the
Coalition plan to store the nuclear waste? And where will the water needed to run the reactors come from?
So many questions, so few answers. Amy Hiller, Kew
I once thought nuclear power might be a good fit for Australia. I have changed my mind for the following reasons:
n It is the most expensive power source (Ref. CSIRO GenCost 24-25 Report)
n The lead time, especially for new projects is likely 15 years or more and too long to meet our carbon reduction targets ( Ref. CSIRO GenCost 24-25 Report)
n Government contracts often run over budget and time (Ref. Snowy 2.0)
n Operating failures or unexpected events can be dangerous and long lasting (Ref. Chernobyl, Fukushima, Three Mile Island)
n It is not compatible with variable sources of power such as renewables. Baseload power is unnecessary because renewables plus firming is adequate (Ref. South Australia power system)
n They can be a target and security risk from those who might wish us harm (Ref. Zaporizhzhya NPP in Ukraine)
n There is still no entirely good solution to the nuclear waste problem.
n An adequate cooling water supply is essential for reactor cooling and may become more difficult or impossible as the climate dries out.
n We have no regulatory system or an adequate pool of nuclear engineers or trained work force.
n Who wants a nuclear power station in their backyard?
Graham Fraser, Mount Martha Nuclear
Keith Davis wants Independent for Flinders
Ben Smith to consider “the facts” about climate change, renewable energy and nuclear power and makes two recommendations (Nuclear option, Letters 11/3/25).
Why would Mr Davis ignore Australia’s leading scientific body, the CSIRO, which consistently reports that renewables, even including the cost of transmission and storage, are far cheaper than nuclear power in Australia.
The YouTube sites he refers readers to are quite revealing.
Chris Uhlmann is a journalist for the Murdoch Press well known for its opposition to humaninduced climate change.
Gerard Holland’s presentation was to the fossil-fuel funded Alliance for Responsible Citizenship at which former Prime Minister Tony Abbott claimed the “emissions obsession” of a “climate cult” will eventually be discredited. Extreme stuff.
Far better to listen to unbiased energy experts. In May last year, the head of the International Energy Agency, Fatih Birol, said, “if there is a country that has a lot of resources from other sources, such as solar and wind, I wouldn’t see nuclear as a priority option. I’m talking about Australia now.”
And just this week, US energy policy veteran Jonathan Pershing on a visit to Australia said, “In about 80 per cent of the world, the cheapest energy option for reliable power is a combination of solar plus batteries. That’s the cheapest choice. It’s also the fastest choice in much of the world. Why would I add a really expensive technology [nuclear] when I could add something that costs less?”
Ray Peck, Hawthorn
I was so sad to see in last week’s issue that the Ranch is definitely closing. It was such a fantastic idea run by the community to make up for a huge gap in government public housing.
Crisis accommodation should be given. The Peninsula isn’t some forgotten corner of the country – we’re part of one of the richest states in one of the wealthiest nations, yet people will
soon be left out on the street.
Liberals and Labor yap on about housing, but when it comes to actually delivering a plan to solve the issue, they’re all talk.
I’ve followed Ben Smith’s work on this issue for a few years now, and I was so happy he decided to run as an Independent at the election. He’s well informed about housing and homelessness, he knows how to work with governments, and he has the ability to think long term about how to fix these major issues facing our society.
I think he’s the right guy for the job.
Guy Taylor, Mt Eliza
A thank you to the two police officers who approached me after I pulled into a service station in Seaford on 6 March at approximately 11.00pm.
I had attended a concert in the city and was driving home to Mornington; a long trip I rarely undertake, especially late at night.
I consider myself a good driver with many years of driving experience and an accident free record.
On this particular Thursday evening the two officers pointed out that I had made several mistakes and appeared to be driving somewhat erratically. We had a general discussion about my errors and then they expressed concern for my welfare asking if I needed a break or sleep. I was using an audio book to keep my mind on the trip.
The officers were so thoughtful and gentle while also being clear and direct in their description of my mistakes. Because of this approach the next morning I was left with no option but to evaluate my circumstances honestly.
As a result I am quite clear I will no longer drive long distances late at night. It has also led me to have discussions with my friends in terms of seriously assessing our driving skills and the need to make decisions when necessary rather than vaguely pushing the issue into the future.
Thank you to you both.
Robyn Freer, Mornington
FRIDAY
THURSDAY THE AMAZING
7MATE, 9.45pm
There’s no question – Amazing Race host Phil Keoghan (pictured) has one of the best jobs on TV. Keoghan has spent the best part of the past 25 years travelling the globe, and getting paid handsomely to do so. In this 37th season, the presenter promises a new surprise every episode to catch the contestants off-guard. In this second instalment, the teams fly to Osaka, Japan, where they encounter an “Intersection”, forcing one partner to work with a member of another team.
GARDENING AUSTRALIA
ABC FAMILY, 7.05pm
Australia’s favourite green thumbs get their hands dirty with all manner of family-friendly activities. Tonight, Costa Georgiadis (pictured, right) tracks down some peace and quiet with junior hosts Romeo Angelkovski (pictured, middle) and Yeshi Jehru (pictured, left). The trio take time out in a local reserve, drawing inspiration from the tranquil waters and tall timbers before bringing what they’ve learnt home to create a mindful garden of their own.
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SATURDAY
HARRY POTTER: WIZARDS OF BAKING
ABC FAMILY, 7.30pm
While the wizardry of Hogwarts and the Harry Potter films might not be real, the show-stopping movie magic that brought the enchanted school’s iconic feasts to life is within reach of us mere Muggles. There’s bubbling cauldrons, gravity-defying desserts and meticulously crafted optical illusions galore in this spellbinding baking competition hosted by James (pictured, left) and Oliver Phelps (pictured, right).
SUNDAY SKIN IN THE GAME
SBS, 8.30pm
Marlee Silva (pictured) is a proud GamilaroiDunghutti woman, sports commentator and NRL tragic. Here, she examines how we can use the power of sport – in particular Marlee is the daughter of league great Rod
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NINE (9) 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 Back Roads. (PG, R) 11.10 The Role Of A Lifetime. (Final, PGan, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Miniseries: Best Interests. (Mdl, R) 2.00 Grand Designs Transformations. (Final, PG, R) 2.55 Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat. (R) 3.30 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.05 A Bite To Eat With Alice. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Back Roads: Bibbulmun Track, WA. (Final, PG)
8.30 Sue Perkins’ Big Adventure: Paris To Istanbul. (Final, PG) Sue Perkins reaches her last stop, Istanbul. 9.15 Grand Designs Revisited. (R) Presented by Kevin McCloud. 10.05 The Role Of A Lifetime. (Final, PGan, R)
10.55 ABC Late News. 11.10 The Business. (R) 11.25 Darby And Joan. (PGa, R) 12.15 Grand Designs. (Ml, R) 1.00 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Designing Paradise With Bill Bensley. (R) 10.00 Food Markets. (R) 11.00 Dream Of Italy. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 PBS NewsHour. 2.00 Saving Lives At Sea. (Ma, R) 3.00 Where Are You Really From? (PG, R) 3.30 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. (R) 4.00 DNA Family Secrets. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Finding Your Roots: Mean Streets. (PG) Hosted by Henry Louis Gates Jr.
8.30 Super Ships: A Revolution At Sea. Looks at how almost every year, cruise lines launch liners with characteristics that surpass their previous.
9.35 Boiling Point. (Mal) Carly receives bad news.
10.45 SBS World News Late. 11.15 Breaking Point. (Premiere, MA15+a) 12.05 Blackport. (Mls, R) 2.45 Earth’s Natural Wonders. (PGa, R) 4.40 Bamay. (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: Within These Walls. (2020, Mav) Jen Landon. 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Married At First Sight. (Mls, R) 1.30 Mr Mayor. (PGs, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 2. Carlton v Hawthorn.
10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game.
11.00 Kick Ons. A preview of the upcoming AFL matches.
11.30 The Disappearance Of Gabby Petito. (Mav, R) An exploration of the case of Gabby Petito.
12.45 Damnation. (MA15+asv) Bessie discovers the plans for Holden.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.
5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 3. Melbourne Storm v Penrith Panthers.
9.55 Thursday Night Knock Off. Post-match NRL news and analysis.
10.40 9News Late.
11.10 Outback Opal Hunters. (PGl)
12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.00 Next Stop.
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.
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With Charlie Pickering. (PG, R) A satirical news program.
9.50 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
10.15 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
10.45 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee (NZ) (Final, PG, R)
11.35 ABC Late News. 11.50 Grand Designs. (R) 12.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.25 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 James May: Our Man In Italy. (Ml)
8.30 Tony Robinson’s Marvellous Machines: Green Machines. (PG, R) A look at innovative green machines.
9.20 Mysteries Of The Ancient Dead: Maya, Khonkho Wankane, Xiongnu. (PG) Looks at the sacrificial altar of El Castillo. 10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 A Body That Works. (Mals) 11.45 Sisi. (Masv, R) 1.35 Earth’s Natural Wonders. (MA15+a, R) 4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. A lead-up to the Friday night AFL match. 7.30 Football. AFL. Round 2. Western Bulldogs v Collingwood. From the MCG. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game.
11.15 GetOn Extra. A look at the weekend’s best racing.
11.45 Suits L.A. (Ma, R) Ted and Erica try to save Lester’s movie. 12.45 We Interrupt This Broadcast. (PGa, R) Sketch comedy series. 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 David Attenborough’s Mammals: Forest. (PG) A look at the forests which mammals call home.
8.40 MOVIE: Wedding Crashers. (2005, Mls, R) Two womanisers begin to see the error of their ways when one of them falls in love. Owen Wilson, Vince Vaughn.
11.05 MOVIE: Love You Like That. (2021, Mls, R) Mitchell Hope.
12.50 Let’s Eat With George. (R)
1.20 Talking Honey.
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)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Sam Pang Tonight. (Mals, R) Presented by Sam Pang. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Mdlsv, R) Celebrity guests include Dakota Johnson, Sterling K Brown, Domhnall Gleeson and Colman Domingo. 10.50 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.15 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.10 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 5.10pm Fashionista. 5.20 News. 5.25 WorldWatch. 5.55 ABC World News Tonight. 6.20 PBS NewsHour. 7.20 Jeopardy! 7.45 NITV News Update. 7.50 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.50 Video Killed The Radio Star. 9.20 Athletics. World Indoor Championships. Day 1. Evening session. 12.35am The Nine Lives Of. 1.30 QAnon: The Search For Q. 2.20 Late Programs. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 6.25pm Octonauts. 6.35 Hey Duggee. 6.40 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 Teen Titans Go! 8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? 8.25 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs.
ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Diana. (2013, PG) 8.05 The Young Victoria. (2009, PG) 10.05 There Will Be Blood. (2007, M) 12.55pm The Young Lovers. (2021, M, French) 3.00 All At Sea. (2010, PG) 4.40 The Falcons. (2018, PG, Icelandic) 6.35 The Man Who Brought Down The White House. (2017, PG) 8.30 Argo. (2012, M) 10.55 Zola. (2020, MA15+) 12.30am Queen Of Hearts. (2019, MA15+, Swedish) 2.50 Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES
In Paradise. (PG, R) 1.25 Darby And Joan. (PGa, R) 2.15 Under The Vines. (PG, R) 2.55 Extraordinary Escapes. (PG, R) 3.45 The Role Of A Lifetime. (Final, PGan, R) 4.35 The Platypus Guardian. (PG, R) 5.30 Great Expectations: Karta The OrangUtan’s Story. (PG, R)
6.00 Landline. (R) Hosted by Pip Courtney. 6.30 Back Roads: Bibbulmun Track, WA. (PG, R) Rae Johnston explores WA’s Bibbulmun Track.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Death In Paradise. (Ma) Marlon investigates the murder of his old boss.
8.30 Vera. (Ma, R) Vera investigates the apparent suicide of a well-known TV personality who has recently fallen from grace.
10.00 Unforgotten. (Madl, R) A new case begins for Jess and Sunny’s team.
10.50 Boat Story. (MA15+alv, R) Two strangers discover cocaine on a boat. 11.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Accidental Renovators. (Premiere) 10.10 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 10.20 Soccer. 2026 FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL Qualifier. Uruguay v Argentina. 12.30 BBC News At Ten. 1.00 Motor Racing. Hi-Tec Oils Race Tasmania. Day 1. 5.00 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 5.30 War Miners: Covert Mission Beneath Arras.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Wonders Of Europe: The Mont Saint-Michel. (PG) Looks at the Mont Saint-Michel.
8.30 Blenheim: The People Behind The Palace. Head shepherd Shaun monitors 1500 lambs due to be born and has to intervene in a difficult birth.
9.25 Ray Martin: The Last Goodbye. (PGa, R) Ray Martin continues to plan his own funeral, taking a look into the rituals around the send-off itself.
10.25 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Milan-San Remo.
3.30 Earth’s Natural Wonders. (PG, R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Golden Slipper Day and William Reid Stakes Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) A passenger has a run-in with the law.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) A passenger’s suitcase has an unusual lining.
7.30 MOVIE: Gladiator. (2000, Mav, R) A successful Roman general seeks revenge after he is betrayed and his family is murdered by the emperor’s heir. Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix.
10.40 MOVIE: The Pope’s Exorcist. (2023, MA15+hv) The Pope’s chief exorcist investigates a possession. Russell Crowe. 12.55 We Interrupt This Broadcast. (PGalv, R)
2.00 To Be Advised.
4.00 It’s Academic. (R) 5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)
6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Surfing Australia TV. 12.30 My Way. (R)
6.00 9News Saturday.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Space Invaders. (PG) The team helps a woman declutter her home.
8.30 MOVIE: Muriel’s Wedding. (1994, Mls, R) A young woman, who dreams of marriage, leaves her small town to find romance in the big city. Toni Collette, Bill Hunter, Rachel Griffiths.
10.40 MOVIE: Red Dog: True Blue. (2016, PGals, R) Bryan Brown. 12.20 Bondi Vet. (PGm, R) 1.10 Pointless. (PG, R)
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PG) 2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. A couple’s house is too small. 8.30 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 9.30 Matlock. (PGad, R) An important class-action lawsuit leads the team to investigate a sorority. Matty brings Alfie with her to work. 10.30 Elsbeth. (Mav, R) Elsbeth and Captain Wagner join forces. 11.30 FBI.
6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PGa, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 Monty Don’s French Gardens. (R) 3.30 Sue Perkins’ Big Adventure: Paris To Istanbul. (Final, PG, R) 4.15 Extraordinary Escapes: Christmas Special. (R) 5.05 A Dog’s World With Tony Armstrong. (R) 6.00 DW English News. 6.30 Al Jazeera News. 7.30 France 24 English News. 8.00 DD India News Hour. 9.00 Accidental Renovators. (PG) 10.00 FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. 11.30 Motor Racing. ProMX Championships. Round 1. 1.00 Cycling. ProVelo Super League. Round 6. 4.00 Beach Volleyball. Australian Beach Volleyball Tour. Men’s and women’s championships.
6.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Darby And Joan. (PGa) Jack and Joan investigate a suspicious nurse.
8.15 Unforgotten. (Mals) The team investigates Gerry Cooper.
9.05 Boat Story. (MA15+av) Janet and Samuel try to find a buyer for the stolen drugs, which proves to be tricky.
10.05 MOVIE: Irresistible.
(2006, Malsv, R) A woman stalks her husband’s colleague. Susan Sarandon. 11.45 You Can’t Ask That. (Mal, R)
12.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
2.55 Rage Closer. (R) 3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R) 3.30 Outback Ringer. (PG, R) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)
6.00 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Rivers. (PG)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Ancient Greece By Train: Ephasus To Troy.
8.30 Skin In The Game. (Ma) Presented by Marlee Silva.
9.40 King Tut: Allies And Enemies. (PGa, R) A continued look at the mysteries of Tutankhamun’s life.
10.40 Franklin. (MA15+l, R)
12.25 The Burnt Half. (Mal, R) 1.50 Britain’s Great Outdoors. (R) 2.20 How To Get Fit Fast. (R) 4.10 Bamay. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (PGaw, R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Sunday Footy Feast. 2.30 AFL Pre-Game Show. Pre-game coverage of the match. 3.00 Football. AFL. Round 2. North Melbourne v Melbourne.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Australian Idol. (PG) Hosted by Ricki-Lee Coulter and Scott Tweedie.
8.40 7NEWS Spotlight. (Return)
A profile of the 17-year-old Aussie sprinter Gout Gout, who is on track to become the fastest man alive.
9.40 The Hunters: Mr Cruel. (Mav, R) Journalist Adam Shand and ex-detective Steve van Aperen reexamine the case of Mr Cruel.
11.10 Autopsy USA: Dean Martin. (Mal) 12.10 The Bay. (Mal, R) 1.10 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 To Be Advised.
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 9News Sunday.
7.00 Married At First Sight. (PGls)
The couples have a big decision to make.
8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.
9.40 Footy Furnace. (Mlv) A look at the latest round of the AFL.
10.40 9News Late.
11.10 See No Evil: Not A Social Person. (Mav)
12.05 The First 48. (Ma)
1.00 Destination WA.
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Drive TV: Drive Car Of The Year. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.00 Australian Survivor. (PGl) Presented by Jonathan LaPaglia. 8.30 Matlock. (PGa) Olympia hires an outside party to select jurors rather than using Shae, putting the case at risk. 9.30 FBI. (Mav) After two jurors for a highprofile mafia trial are gunned down, the team jumps into an organised crime investigation until it is discovered that the jurors may not have been the intended targets. 11.30 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 5.00 WorldWatch. 5.30 Domino Masters. 6.25 Abandoned Engineering. 7.20 Abandoned Americana. 9.05 The UnXplained With William Shatner. 9.55 Video Killed The Radio Star. 10.25 Athletics. World Indoor Championships. Day 3. Evening session. 12.35am Fashionista. 12.45 Cook Up Bitesize. 12.55 MOVIE: Attica. (2021, MA15+) 3.00 Late Programs.
SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 5.35pm Fireman Sam. 5.45 Tish Tash. 5.50 Paddington. 6.05 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.15 Bluey. 6.25 Octonauts. 6.35 Hey Duggee. 6.40 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Moominvalley. 8.00 Horrible Histories. 8.30 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.10 Abbott Elementary. 9.55 Speechless. 10.20 Merlin. 11.05 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am
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10.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 10.30 DVine Living. 11.00 I Escaped To The Country. Noon Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 3.30 Better Homes. 4.30 I Escaped To The Country. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Rosemary & Thyme. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 Chris Tarrant’s Extreme Railway Journeys. 11.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs.
8.30 The Incredible Journey. 9.00 Turning Point. 9.30 TV Shop. 10.00 My Favorite Martian. 10.30 Getaway. 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. 1pm MOVIE: Return To Paradise. (1953, PG) 3.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 3. Parramatta Eels v Canterbury Bulldogs. 6.00 Dad’s Army. 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: London Has Fallen. (2016, MA15+) 10.30 The Closer. 11.30 Late Programs.
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SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs.
2.40pm Rugby League. NRL. Women’s All Stars. Maori All Stars v Indigenous All Stars. Replay. 4.25 Ub40 Feat. Ali Campbell Live Concert. 6.00 Queer & Here. 6.30 News. 6.40 Waterworld Africa. 7.30 Australia: An Unofficial History. 8.30 Skin In The Game. 9.40 MOVIE: Jackie Brown. (1997, MA15+) 12.20am Late Programs.
The Falcons. (2018, PG, Icelandic) 7.55 Romeo And Juliet. (2013, PG) 10.05 Argo. (2012, M) 12.30pm Emily. (2022, M) 2.50 The Man Who Brought Down The White House. (2017, PG) 4.45 Bright Star. (2009, PG) 6.55 Malcolm. (1986, PG) 8.30 The Big Short. (2015, M) 10.55 Ordinary Justice. (2020, M, Italian) 12.30am The Daughter. (2021, MA15+, Spanish) 2.45 Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Counting Cars. 11.00 Pawn Stars. Noon The Fishing Show By AFN. 1.00 Hook, Line And Sinker. 1.30 Tackling Australia. 2.00 Step Outside. 2.30 Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates. 3.00 Fishing Addiction. 4.00 American Resto.
6am Children’s Programs. 1pm Innovation Nation. 1.05 MOVIE: The Man In The Moon. (1991, PG) 3.05 Motorway Cops: Catching Britain’s Speeders. 4.05 Young Sheldon. 5.30 MOVIE: Goosebumps. (2015, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Aquaman. (2018, M) 10.20 MOVIE: Fast & Furious 6. (2013, M) 12.50am Gotham. 1.45 Arrow. 2.35 Young Sheldon. 3.00 Beyblade X. 4.00 Bakugan. 4.30 Late Programs.
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6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Vera. (PGa, R) 11.30 Creative Types With Virginia Trioli. (PGl, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Grand Designs Australia. (R) 3.00 Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat. (R) 3.30 Grand Designs Revisited. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.05 A Bite To Eat With Alice. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Australian Story. Presented by Leigh Sales. 8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.
9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Presented by Linton Besser. 9.35 Q+A. Presented by Patricia Karvelas. 10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. (R) 11.10 Planet America. (R) 11.40 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (PG, R) 12.10 Grand Designs Revisited. (R) 1.00 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
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6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Urban Conversion. (R) 10.00 Earth’s Sacred Wonders. (PGa, R) 11.10 Dream Of Italy. (Ml, R) 12.10 WorldWatch. 1.30 Al Jazeera News Hour. 2.00 Saving Lives At Sea. (PGa, R) 3.00 Where Are You Really From? (PG, R) 3.30 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. (R) 4.00 DNA Family Secrets. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (Return) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Lisbon With Michael Portillo: Lisbon 2. (PG) 8.25 Dan Snow’s Greatest Discoveries: Atlantis. Dan Snow travels to Greece.
9.20 24 Hours In Emergency: The Last Roll Of The Dice. (Ma) A 58-yearold is rushed to Queen’s Medical Centre. 10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 Syndrome E. (Malv) 11.50 The Night Manager. (Mals, R) 2.05 Earth’s Natural Wonders. (PG, R) 3.10 How To Get Fit Fast. (PGn, R) 4.05 Bamay. (R) 4.40 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. 6.05pm PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.15 Bluey. 6.25 Octonauts. 6.35 Hey Duggee. 6.40 Ben And Holly. 6.55 Rocket Club. 7.05 Odd Squad. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 Little Lunch. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.35 BTN Newsbreak. 8.40 The Crystal Maze. 9.25 Street Science. 9.50 Merlin. 10.30 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 8.45 Nights In Rodanthe. (2008, PG) 10.35 Partly Cloudy With Sunny Spells. (2015, M, Italian) 12.25pm Silver Linings Playbook. (2012, M) 2.40 The Movie Show. 3.15 Romeo And Juliet. (2013, PG) 5.30
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.45 Surveillance Oz. (PG, R) 3.00 Beat The Chasers UK. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
7.30 Australian Idol. (PG) Hosted by Ricki-Lee Coulter and Scott Tweedie.
8.30 9-1-1: Lone Star. (Ma) The 126 race into action when a train derailment causes multiple injuries.
9.30 The Agenda Setters. (R) An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics.
10.30 Suits L.A. (M)
11.30 St. Denis Medical. (PGal)
12.00 We Interrupt This Broadcast. (PGas, R) 1.00 Harry’s Practice. (R) 1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 To Be Advised. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Married At First Sight. (PGls, R) 1.45 My Way. (R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News
6.00 9News.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Australian Survivor. (PGl) Presented by Jonathan LaPaglia. 8.45 Sam Pang Tonight. (Mals) A weekly tonight show hosted by Sam Pang, featuring a monologue roasting the news of the week. 9.45 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.10 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 11.10 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 2.25pm The Inside Story. 2.55 Wine Lovers’ Guide. 3.25 WorldWatch. 5.40 The Fast History Of. 6.05 Mysteries From Above. 7.00 Jeopardy! 7.25 NITV News Update. 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.25 Myths: The Greatest Mysteries Of Humanity. 10.30 The Weekly Football Wrap. 11.05 Australia: An Unofficial History. 12.10am Threesome. 1.15 Late Programs.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Married At First Sight. (Ml) The couples face a new challenge. 9.00 Footy Classified. (Ml) A team of footy experts tackles the AFL’s big issues and controversies.
10.00 9News Late.
10.30 The Prison Confessions Of Gypsy-Rose Blanchard. (MA15+av)
11.30 First On Scene. (Ma) 12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 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. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Budget 2025: The Treasurer’s Speech.
8.00 Budget 2025: A 7.30 Special. 8.30 Insiders: Budget Night Special. David Speers looks at this year’s budget. 9.30 The School That Tried To End Racism. (Final, PG, R)
10.30 The ABC Of. (PG, R) 11.05 ABC Late News. 11.20 The Business: Budget Special. (R) 11.45 Four Corners. (R) 12.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.50 Q+A. (R) 1.55 Parliament Question Time. 2.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 Poh’s Kitchen. (R)
(R) 4.00 DNA Family Secrets. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys: Whitby To Robin Hood’s Bay. (R)
8.30 Insight. Presented by Kumi Taguchi. 9.30 Dateline: Lebanon – War, Peace And Hezbollah. Looks at the consequences of the war in Lebanon.
10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 Guillaume’s Paris. (PGl, R) 11.00 Prisoner. (MA15+av)
12.10 Illegals. (MA15+v, R) 2.15 Earth’s Natural Wonders. (PG, R) 3.20 How To Get Fit Fast. (PG, R) 4.15 Bamay. (R) 4.50 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. 5.50pm Paddington. 6.05 PJ Masks
Power Heroes. 6.15 Bluey. 6.25 Octonauts. 6.35 Hey Duggee. 6.40 Ben And Holly. 6.55 Rocket Club. 7.05 Odd Squad. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 Little Lunch. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.35 BTN Newsbreak. 8.40 Deadly 60. 9.10 Shark With Steve Backshall. 10.00 Merlin. 10.45 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Love And Friendship. (2016, PG) 7.40 Malcolm. (1986, PG) 9.15 Hacker. (2019, PG, Danish) 11.00 Ordinary Justice. (2020, M, Italian) 12.35pm The Big Short. (2015, M) 3.00 The Movie Show. 3.35 Four Souls Of Coyote. (2023, PG) 5.35 Darling Companion. (2012, PG) 7.30 Mermaids. (1990, PG) 9.35 Vampire Seeking Consenting Person. (2023, M, French) 11.15 Late Programs. SBS
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
7.30 The Americas: The Atlantic Coast. (Premiere, PG) A look at the natural beauty of the Americas.
8.30 The Hunting Party. (M) An escaped serial killer from the Pit decides to adopt another inmate’s style of killing.
9.30 The Agenda Setters. (R) An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics.
10.30 The Irrational. (Mav)
11.30 St. Denis Medical. (PGals) 12.00 MOVIE: Cruel Instruction. (2022, MA15+adsv, R)
2.00 To Be Advised. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6am Morning Programs.
7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Medical Emergency. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Married At First Sight. (Ml) A memorable couple face the end.
9.00 Scrublands. (MA15+lv) The pieces of the puzzle are starting to come together but Martin’s excitement is short-lived.
10.00 Footy Classified. (Ml) Footy experts tackle the AFL’s big issues.
11.00 9News Late.
11.30 The Equalizer. (Mv, R)
12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.05 Next Stop. (PGaw) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Building Ideas. (PG) 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 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Australian Survivor. (PGl) Presented by Jonathan LaPaglia. 9.00 NCIS. (Mv) The team investigates when Jimmy’s daughter discovers a large sum of money near the naval library. 10.50 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.15 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.10 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 1.45pm One Armed Chef. 2.40 Queer Sports. 3.35 News. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.45 The Fast History Of. 6.10 Mysteries From Above. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.30 NITV News Update. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Travel Man. 9.30 Dark Side Of Reality TV. 10.25 Hostage Rescue. 12.10am Dark Side Of The ‘90s. 1.05 Australia’s Queen Of Burlesque. 1.15 Late Programs.
(R)
Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) Presented by Tom Gleeson.
8.30 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (PG) A satirical news program. 9.00 Melbourne Comedy Festival Gala. Hosted by Mel Buttle.
11.00 ABC Late News.
11.15 The Business. (R)
11.35 Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe. (Mls, R) 12.30 Parliament Question Time. 1.30 Grand Designs Revisited. (R) 2.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 3.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.35 Parkinson In Australia. (PGa, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
WorldWatch. 9.00 Destination Flavour. (R) 9.10 Urban Conversion. (R) 9.40 Earth’s Sacred Wonders. (PGa, R) 10.50 Soccer. 2026 FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL Qualifier. Argentina v Brazil. 1.00 PBS NewsHour. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. (PG, R) 4.05 Every Family Has A Secret. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Alone Australia. (Return, Ml) Ten survivalists take on the wilderness.
9.40 Rogue Heroes. (MA15+)
The SAS receives a visit from two senior generals. Stirling prepares to make another escape attempt.
10.50 SBS World News Late. 11.20 Blackwater. (MA15+ans)
The police show up at the commune.
12.30 My Brilliant Friend. (Malv, R) 3.55 Earth’s Natural Wonders. (PG, 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: Fallen Angels Murder Club: Friends To Die For. (2022, Mav) Toni Braxton. 3.00 Beat The Chasers UK. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Mackenzie comes clean.
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PGl) Hosted by Lee Mack.
8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Unfiltered. (PGal) Hamish McLachlan sits down with key football stars and personalities to reveal their stories.
10.00 Arj Barker: Comes Clean. (Mls, R) A performance by Arj Barker.
11.10 Autopsy USA: Andy Griffith. (Ma)
12.10 Covert Affairs. (Mv, R)
2.30 To Be Advised. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Married At First Sight. (Ml, R) 1.30 My Way. 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. (PG)
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Married At First Sight. (Ml) It’s the last group get-together before the final vows.
9.00 Scrublands. (MA15+lv) Martin comes face-to-face with the true mastermind.
10.00 9News Late.
10.30 Wild Cards. (Mav)
11.30 The Equalizer. (Madv, R) 12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 My Way. (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 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith. 8.30 Elsbeth. (PGlsv) Elsbeth and the team investigate when an unlikable fashion photographer is murdered. 9.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Final, Mv) The team must track down a mysterious terrorist group before they can strike again. 10.25 10’s Late News. 10.50 The Project. (R) 11.55 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 1.00 WorldWatch. 1.30 The Movie Show. 3.10 The Weekly Football Wrap. 3.40 News. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.45 The Fast History Of. 6.10 Mysteries From Above. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.30 News. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 MOVIE: Michael Collins. (1996, MA15+) 10.55 MOVIE: Snowpiercer. (2013, MA15+) 1.15am Late Programs.
SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 5.50pm Paddington. 6.05 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.15 Bluey. 6.25 Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.35 Hey Duggee. 6.40 Ben And Holly. 6.55 Rocket Club. 7.05 Odd Squad. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 Little Lunch. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.35 BTN Newsbreak. 8.40 Abbott Elementary. 9.25 Doctor Who. 11.20 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 8.15 Remi Nobody’s Boy. (2018, PG, French) 10.15 Let The River Flow. (2023, M, Norwegian) 12.30pm 20,000 Species Of Bees. (2023, M, Spanish) 2.50 Petite Maman. (2021, PG, French) 4.10 Love And Friendship. (2016, PG) 5.50 Rabbit-Proof Fence. (2002, PG) 7.30 My Salinger Year. (2020, M) 9.25 Girls Will Be Girls. (2024, M, Hindi) 11.35 Late Programs. SBS
5.25 Black As. 5.30 The 77 Percent. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 The Big Dry. 7.30 Home, Land & Sea. 8.30 MOVIE: Along Came A Spider. (2001, MA15+) 10.20 Nganampa Anwernekenhe. 10.50 Late Programs. NITV (34)
ACROSS
1. Female thespian
4. Blood-cleaning organ
7. Mopped
8. College tests
9. Alerted
12. Partaking of alcohol
15. Ice rivers
17. Terrified 18. Tycoon 21. Greed
Roman garments
Fidget, ... one’s thumbs DOWN
Letting
Using oars
Tearful gasps
Vein of ore
B6 or thiamine
Football arbiters
Leapt into water
Gulf
Instruction
Silencing
Putrid
Grain product
Trails (behind)
Viral skin growth
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By Stuart McCullough
Dear Elon,
Thanks for your recent email asking me to list five things I did last week. Although you wanted a response within forty-eight hours, I thought it best for both of us if I took my time and gave you a more considered answer. There’s nothing worse than reactions that are impulsive or illthought out. I’m sure you’ll agree. Firstly, I watched you on a stage dressed like twelve-year old on a freedress day. It’s not clear to me whether that was the look you were going for or simply decided that getting dressed in the dark was a good idea. It’s often said that "clothes maketh the man". Sadly, that’s not the entire quotation – it should actually read "clothes maketh the man a complete idiot". You, dear Elon, are a case in point. Let’s start with the oversized sunglasses – I’ve no idea how you ended up with Kim Jong Il’s sunglasses. I’d no idea you were even friends. The oversized shades are something that you can only get away with if you’re a despotic dictator and, even then, because no-one has the nerve to tell you that you look terrible. Then there’s the hat.
The oversized hat looks like something that should be worn by a much younger person who answers to a name like, "Scooter" or "Chip". The entire "dark, gothic MAGA" thing reeks of desperation and screams, "please like me and my cool hat!" while ensuring your status as a socially awkward outsider remains cemented for eternity.
As for the t-shirt, I had no idea
until I googled it that the phrase "I’m not procrastinating, I’m doing side quests" is some kind of gamer reference. The reason I had to google it is because I don’t play video games.
And, even if I did, I’d probably do so in the privacy of my own home and not draw attention to it by wearing a t-shirt emblazoned with a gamer slogan. In a way, I’m relieved. As a
middle-aged man, I thought it impossible that there might be someone out there who was less cool than I was – turns out there is, and that person is you, Elon.
That said, the three-quarter length black coat is ideal for anyone seeking to make the leap from eccentric, cuddly billionaire to full-fledged Marvel villain. All that remains is for you to change your name to something sinister like "the Elonator" and to threaten to block out the sun for the fun of it and the transformation will be complete.
Secondly, I saw you hold a chainsaw on that very same stage and realised that it was probably the first time in your life that you had, in fact, ever held a chainsaw. For future reference, you don’t wave them around in the air like some kind of tree-felling maraca. Also, next time you’re in public, don’t hold a chainsaw above your head while yelling "chainsaw!" like a psychopath. You’ll look like a complete lunatic. Or, more to the point, like an even bigger lunatic.
The third thing I did this week was to watch the stock market take a dive because your big orange buddy has decided to treat the world economy like my dog used to treat his favourite chew toy – he’d put it between his teeth, shake it around, slobber all over it and, at some point, bury it in the back yard. I’m sure that, somewhere along the line, the analogy breaks down, but it hasn’t yet. I’ll tell you, Elon, I’m more than a little concerned. The only way I can describe how I’m feeling right now about your pal is that it’s like he’s someone who said they knew how to fly a plane and
it’s only now when he’s in the cockpit at thirty thousand feet and behind the controls that he’s willing to admit that he doesn’t.
The fourth thing I did was watch you refer to someone as a "traitor" because they went to Ukraine. You did so on your own social media platform, X, which you have successfully transformed from the digital town square to something more akin to its sewerage treatment plant. Yuck.
The fifth and final thing I did this week? Simple – I wrote this list of five things I did. Granted, it’s not the best use of my time (or yours –presumably there’s a democratically elected official you could be sacking), but here we are. I figured you might appreciate the feedback. I’m mindful that, as the (currently or – by the time I finish writing this sentence - formerly) richest man in the world, you may need it.
My message, Elon, is this: no more side quests - go back to your day job and stop trying to destroy the jobs of others. To borrow the powerful phrase coined by T. S. Eliot – "you came in like a wrecking ball". (On second thoughts, it might have been Miley Cyrus and I’ve just imagined you in the music video, swinging on said wrecking ball as naked as the day you were born while yelling "chainsaw" at the top of your lungs.) I look forward to receiving your list of accomplishments from the past week. Hopefully one of them is "hired a stylist".
Yours hopefully, stuart@stuartmccullough.com
Compiled by Cameron McCullough ON Sunday morning last, Mr. H. Stell, of the Peninsula Motor Garage, Bay Street, Frankston, was returning from Mornington in a Hudson SuperSix, after conveying a party to that favourite seaside resort.
When approaching the bend leading to the Frankston Pier, a Ford car coming in the opposite direction, also alleged to having been taking up more than a fair share of the roadway, swung in towards the Pier House in front of the car driven by Mr. Stell, who in an endeavour to avoid a collision, negotiated his Super-Six to the right.
In so doing, his own car skidded slightly, with the result that the Ford crashed into the rearguard of the Hudson which suffered damage to the extent of a broken mudguard, and a cut tyre.
No one was injured.
Misfortunes never come singly and on the same day, another Ford was stationary at the side of the road near to the Prince of Wales Hotel.
At the precise moment in question, a motorist came along. He had a parcel between his feet, and it is alleged that, momentarily, he forgot it was there and, accidentally, swerved off the road, hitting the other car in the rear, but without doing much damage.
Shortly after, Mr. Stell drove up in his car, and brought in the damaged Ford to his well-known garage for repairs.
A Seaford Sensation. Gruesome discover at Crystal Sand Pits
On Wednesday night last, Constable W. D. Addison, an astute officer of the
Frankston Police Force, dispatched to Superintendent Potter, chief of the C.I.B., an official report to the effect that a complete skeleton, believed to be that of an aboriginal, had been found at the Crystal Sand Pits, at Seaford.
In consequence of an urgent telephone call received earlier in the day, Constable Addison proceeded to Seaford, and there interviewed Mr. John Peters, employed at the Crystal Sand Co. Pty. Ltd., who informed the officer that about 11.20am he had been engaged in shovelling the surface of the sand pit, when he made the gruesome discovery that the implement had unearthed a human skeleton.
Constable Addison also interviewed Mr. William Butterfield, an employee of the same Company, who stated he had been watching Mr. Peters shovelling the surface off the sand pit, and to his surprise he saw his workmate unearth a skeleton, as above described.
Mr. Butterfield immediately notified Mr. Chas. Taylor, the manager of the Crystal Sand Company, who at once communicated with the C.I.B.
Later, Constable Addison, as already stated, went to the scene of the gruesome discovery, and, after investigations had been made, conveyed the skeleton, of what is surmised to be that of an Aboriginal reported missing in the locality some time ago, to the City Morgue.
***
Mr. Whyte, the popular local S.M., returned to duty on Wednesday last, following twenty-eight days’ furlough. Accompanied by Mrs. Whyte and family, he spent a well-earned
holiday in northern Victoria and New South Wales.
If appearances count for anything, Seaford’s genial S.M.’s vacation has done him good, also his wife has benefitted by the change.
***
Chelsea Police Court. Five Campers Fined Aggregate Of £65.
Rowdy scenes and indecent ones at that were witnessed in the small hours of Sunday morning at Bristol avenue, Chelsea.
Constable Hooper, who had already had a busy evening and a few in the lock-up, requisitioned the assistance of Aspendale’s guardian, Constable W. H. Quinn.
Together they went to the place where partly undressed young men were using filthy language and chasing into the rooms of women in a neighbouring camp.
At the Chelsea court on Monday Claude Warburton, 18; Eddie Finucane, 19; John Mitchell, 20; James Cregan, 23; and Louis Guinne, 21, were each fined £ 10, in default three months’ goal, for indecent language.
The constable said that the language could have been heard a quarter of a mile away.
The specimens he produced were filthy in the extreme.
For offensive behaviour Warburton, Mitchell and Guianne were fined a further £5.
A total of £65 in all was inflicted in fines on the party. No time was allowed to pay. Mr. Cohen saying he would prefer to see them in gaol.
Mr. Reg Wadham applied for leniency as they had all with two others been confined in a veritable Black
Hole of Chelsea – the lock-up, during the hot Sunday night and till the afternoon of Monday.
The lock-up was only 10 feet by 10 feet .
Mr. Cohen further remarked that it was an extraordinary thing that landlords could be found to rent the houses to this class of person. Such houses ought to be condemned.
He had spoken of this before. (Turning to Constable Quinn): “Who were the girls these young men were with?”
Constable Quinn: Single girls, girls who work in various suburbs.
Mr. Cohen: Such places, as I have said before, should be condemned. Landlords should not let their houses to these people.
The fines were ultimately all paid. ***
A fall in the ring. Incident at Somerville show.
During the ring events at the Somerville Show on Wednesday last, Mr. Claude May, one of the prominent competitors, had a nasty fall from the saddle.
At first it was thought he had sustained serious injury, but, fortunately, the surmise proved to be incorrect.
Later, he recovered sufficiently to again mount his steed and give a good account of his prowess as a crack horseman.
***
Mr. F. Taylor’s Fast Trotter.
Mr. F. Taylor, of the well-known “Grange Dairy,” Bay street, Frankston, is not only a poultry expert, and, in this direction, his birds still continue to win prizes, but he is also the proud owner of a fast trotter bearing the name of “Mae.”
At the Somerville Show last week, this famous pony secured no less than three first awards – a good record. ***
Langwarrin Tennis Club Social and Dance.
The social held last Friday night, in aid of the Langwarrin Tennis Club, was largely attended and proved a great success, and with the good music and excellent floor that was provided for the dancers it proved most enjoyable to all.
Further, it is most gratifying to the committee to see the keen interest that is being taken in the welfare of the club by the general public of the district and with the patronage that is being extended to them it is the intention of the club to run more entertainments.
***
Proposed Daily Service. Bittern to Red Hill.
Recently the Minister for Railways (Mr. Eggleston) promised a deputation to discuss with the Railways Commissioners the question of running a daily service between Bittern and Red Hill. There is a tri-weekly service at present.
A motor train was run daily in January last as an experiment, but the results were not satisfactory.
The deputation pointed out that this train was withdrawn before its service was well-known in the district.
The issue of seaside excursion tickets to Balnarring and Bittern would encourage tourist traffic.
***
From the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 18 & 20 Mar 1925
By Brodie Cowburn
LADDER leaders Langwarrin will head into this weekend’s final series off the back of a loss, after Dromana put them to the sword on Saturday.
Langwarrin had a disastrous day on the road against Dromana. They got off to a nightmare start when opener Jack Marget was clean bowled by Dale Irving with the first delivery of the day.
Each of Langwarrin’s first five batters failed to reach double digits. They collapsed to 7/43, and looked in a world of trouble.
The tail offered some resistance, but Langwarrin was soon bowled out. They scored just 96 runs.
Dromana made short work of their target, claiming the upset win after 22 overs with six wickets left to spare. An impressive knock of 33 from 27 deliveries by Beau Anthony helped guide Dromana to victory.
The result saw Dromana finish third on the ladder. The loss didn’t knock Langwarrin off the top.
Pines finished the year in second place - they beat Heatherhill with just one ball to spare last weekend to secure their spot.
Red Hill finished the season in fourth and Sorrento finished fifth. The two sides played on Saturday, with Sorrento emerging victorious.
Old Peninsula finished the year in last place, but ended things on a positive note by smashing Baden Powell.
ROSEBUD will head into finals full of momentum after a big win over Moorooduc on Saturday.
The first-placed Rosebud hit the road to take on Moorooduc. They stamped their authority on the game early, rattling the Moorooduc top order.
Dromana’s captain Sam Fowler bowled Langwarrin’s captain and top scorer Ricky Damiano. Picture: Paul Churcher
At 5/40 Moorooduc looked in big trouble. Skipper Ben Williams steadied things with a knock of 76 to help his side reach a final total of 151. Rosebud chased down their target without too much hassle. Will Jewell hit 52 runs, and Liam Collett scored an unbeaten 50. Rosebud wrapped up the win in 32 overs with eight wickets left to spare.
Mornington finished the season in second place - the Bulldogs closed out the home-and-away season with a win over third-placed Mt Eliza on Saturday.
Long Island finished in fourth place despite a defeat to Seaford last weekend.
Somerville smashed wooden spoon
holders Seaford Tigers to close out their season.
CARRUM Downs suffered a shock loss to Main Ridge in their final game of the home-and-away season last weekend.
Carrum Downs entered the game as one of the premiership favourites, while Main Ridge is out of finals contention. Carrum Downs set their opponents a tough target of 236 to chase down to win - Gordon Waterfall topscored with 74 runs.
Main Ridge proved up for the fight, but the clock looked like it might work against them. Praveen Fernando came
in at number five and took control. Fernando smashed a brilliant century off just 53 balls to drag his side to a famous win. He hit 11 fours and five sixes during the electric innings. Despite the defeat, Carrum Downs still finished the campaign in first place. Balnarring, who closed out their year with a big win over Baxter, finished second.
Third-placed Flinders beat Crib Point last weekend, and fourth-place Boneo beat Carrum.
TYABB locked up top spot on the ladder by beating Frankston YCW last weekend.
Bunguyan Reserve hosted the two sides on Saturday. Tyabb batted firstJarrod White and Udara Ravindu each scored half-centuries to help their side reach a final total of 202.
It was up to Tyabb’s bowlers to finish the job, and they proved up for the fight. The Stonecats managed to score just 125 before being bowled out. Ryan Regan cleaned up the tail-end to secure the win.
The result saw the Stonecats finish the year in third spot.
Rye finished second and Tootagrook finished fourth to round out the finals series. Rye beat Skye on Saturday, and Tootgarook beat Delacombe Park.
Mt Martha closed out the 2024/2025 season with a win over Ballam Park.
By Cameron McCullough
IT was a full house at Eliza Archery on Sunday (16 March) for a femaleonly archery event in celebration of International Women’s Day. The day was free for all participants, with female coaches on hand to help, and 2024 Olympian Laura Paeglis in attendance.
“This is something we are passionate about,” said Alec Potts, owner of Eliza Archery, and founder of the not-forprofit Peninsula Target Archers that hosted the day.
“This is the first time we’ve held this event, and it sold out, which we are very happy about.
“We have opened especially on a Sunday to host this event, and made the event free, with free equipment provided to maximize participation.”
Potts grew up in Mt Eliza and began his archery journey in 2008. He competed at state and national levels and won a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
“Archery is a wonderful sport in terms of equality,” said Potts.
“There are very few sports where an entire family can compete together.
“An entire family can’t play footy together, but in this sport, they are on equal footing.
“And success is not based on gender. Men and women both stand on the same shooting line.”
Peninsula Target Archers have always prided themselves on their female participation, with the club at one time having the greatest proportion of women members of all archery clubs in the state.
“It is a testament to the great work our female coaches do,” said Potts.
“In particular Kim Taylor, who has competed across the state and nationally in archery titles and continues to inspire our female members.”
“Of course, with the success of our Women in Sport day on Sunday, female participation in archery has been highlighted as a priority, and something we’ll continue to build on.”
Feedback from the participants indicated the day was a great success.
“Thank you for a wonderful day!
Such a great experience,” said Steph.
“Thank you for putting this day on. I've been wanting to try out archery since my 20s and I finally got to do it in my late 40s. I really enjoyed it!”, said Tanja.
Eliza Archery is an indoor archery range based in Seaford. Bookings can be made online at elizaarchery.com
This piece was produced in collaboration with the Victorian Government’s Office for Women in Sport and Recreation.
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ACKLIN Stent first jumped into an "Optimist" class sailboat at the Mt Martha Yacht Club at age nine to join a "Learn To Sail" program.
During covid, Acklin took it upon himself to refine the basics out on Port Phillip Bay.
"My immediate concern was that he would somehow manage to sail straight through the heads and off to Antarctica," said Acklin's mum Janine Stent.
"To settle my apprehension, we tied a massive rope to Acklins boat and let him practice his new found skills!"
Acklin is now 13 and predominately sails the "Optimist" but is competing with other dinghy types as well.
Last weekend he became the State Champion for Victoria, and the first kid for both Mt Martha Yacht Club and Mornington Yacht Club to do so.
The previous weekend he won the Junior Foiling Cup, and the weekend before that he placed
3rd in the Minnow State Championships in a borrowed boat which had equipment breakages.
In January 2025 he won two individual races in the Australian Nationals in Brisbane against 197 Australian and International sailors, and placed 8th overall in Australia.
He has since been selected as one of ten kids in the Australian team who will represent Australia in the European Championships in Türkiye this coming May.
The year 8 student at Dromana Secondary College is also part of the school sailing team which competes against many of the other peninsula schools.
Acklin has a Gofundme page for his upcoming European competition and has been actively working to help fund his Euro trip, but letterbox drops and car washing will only get him so far!
Anyone wishing to help Acklin get to Türkiye can donate at: gofund.me/c05af577
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By Craig MacKenzie
THREE local derbies highlight this weekend’s kick-off to the 2025 State League season.
Chelsea and Mentone go head-tohead on Friday night, Seaford United and Mount Martha clash on Saturday afternoon and Rosebud hosts Frankston Pines in a Saturday evening showdown at Olympic Park.
Get used to derbies stealing the limelight in State 4 South where six local clubs are in the same league, unprecedented in the modern era.
To add even more interest to these games local clubs in State 4 and State 5 are fighting tooth and nail to maintain their league status given the major restructure Football Victoria is implementing next year in a bid to standardise the entire State League set-up.
When the 2026 league season rolls around there will be seven State League levels regionalised into SouthEast and North-West divisions.
Finish on top in State 4 and State 5 and you win promotion but to maintain your status in both leagues clubs must finish in second to sixth spots.
Clubs finishing seventh to 10th are relegated and finishing 11th or 12th means you drop down two divisions from State 4 to the new State 6 and from State 5 to the new State 7.
Good luck avoiding that nightmare scenario.
In VPL1 news head coach Jamie Skelly remains confident that Langwarrin can turn around its poor start to the season despite losing 2-0 away to league leader Bentleigh Greens on Friday night.
It took until the 65th minute for the home side to break through courtesy of veteran Leigh Broxham and in the 80th minute Chris Droutsas put the contest out of Langy’s reach.
“We need to continue to stay positive and trust that the situation will turn around if we continue to keep playing the way we are,” Skelly said. “We went head-to-head with the best team in the league and for long periods were the better team.
“Our inability to convert our chances in key moments has meant we haven’t got the results we have deserved but we are all extremely confident that it will turn around if we keep working hard.”
In other news Thursday’s friendly between Rosebud and Peninsula Strikers at Olympic Park was abandoned after Rosebud striker Ethan Sanderson was injured.
Sanderson suffered a badly broken collarbone in August 2023 that required corrective surgery and sidelined him for a year.
He broke that same collarbone on Thursday with Rosebud leading 1-0 thanks to a fine Connor Wharton finish.
Rosebud has set up a gofundme account to support Sanderson and details can be found on the club’s facebook page.
The third preliminary round of the Australia Cup was held last weekend and just two local clubs remain in the national competition.
Mornington won its way into the next round while Langwarrin’s league status now brings it into the knockout tournament at this stage.
Australia Cup third preliminary round results: Old Ivanhoe 4 Aspendale 4 (Pablo Borboa, Jared Kilmartin, Ryan Mravljak, Lewis Marco) AET. Old Ivanhoe won 4-1 on penalties; Mornington 4 (Max Civil 2, Will Giddings 2) North-
cote 2; Lalor Utd 5 Skye Utd 1 (Ben Lund).
Friendly results:
St Kilda 0 Mornington 3 (Dylan Thomas, Jacob Brito, Keiran Dover); Peninsula Strikers reserves 1 (Josh Costa) Mount Eliza 0; Chelsea 1 (Christian Murray) Sandringham 0; Rosebud 1 (Connor Wharton) Peninsula Strikers 0 (abandoned after 35 minutes due to player injury); Frankston Pines 3 (Nick Chand, Ali Mujtaba) Casey Comets reserves 0; Baxter 1 (Logan Wilson) Seaford Utd 0.
Here are the senior squads of local clubs with the last registered club of new players in brackets after their name:
ASPENDALE
GOALKEEPERS: Tom Carter, Mathew Self. DEFENDERS: Jordy Athanassiou, Lewis Marco, Mathew Leggett (captain), Callum Norris, Charlie Barclay, Ollie Clark, Liam Norris. MIDFIELDERS: Felix Hampson, James Macnab, Blake Rosenberg, Samuel Timuska-Carr, Harry Salisbury (Chelsea) Nathan Drozdek, Pablo Borboa, Samuel Curtis. FORWARDS: Jared Kilmartin, Ben Garside, Kailan Smith, Ryan Mravljak, Alec Bunn, James Pilcher (Brighton), Dean Mamos.
BAXTER
GOALKEEPERS: Hugo Paulsen (Frankston Pines). DEFENDERS: Aiden McKenna, Duncan McPherson, Daniel Jones (Skye Utd), Ali-Zamer Noor (Skye Utd), Aaron Credlin (Knox Utd), Cameron Leopold (Skye Utd), Logan Wilson, Jackson Roberts. MIDFIELDERS: Brody Taylor, Niko Juric, Declan Seca, Davide Sbalchiero, Jack Bradbury (Frankston Pines), Charlie O’Connell (Bayside Argonauts), Robbie O’Toole. FORWARDS: Daniel Bancroft (Mount Martha), Alex Giordano (Casey Comets), Morteza Hashemi (Springvale White Eagles), Hassan Nazari (Frankston Pines).
CHELSEA
Goalkeepers: Luke Wright, Rhys Davies. Defenders: Marcelo Burgos (Frankston Pines), Adam Dunsford (Bayside Argonauts), Alex Namar (Nunawading City), Nathan Gondelle (Elwood City), Luca Fidanza (Glen Eira), Tom Flavelle, Nathan Boccari, Luke D’Allesandro, Liam Pavlov, Jake Ross. Midfielders: Dylan Scott, Ryan Scott, Daniel Lewis, Lachie Davies, Adam Bartosy, Lucas Ryan (Glen Eira) , Yodishtra Jagatheson (Mount Eliza), Matthew O’Neil (Springvale
Eagles), Liam Burford (Hampton East Brighton). Forwards: Matteo Barba (Bentleigh Greens), Daniel Vella, Christian Murray, James Stinson. FRANKSTON PINES
GOALKEEPERS: Alfonso Cardinale, Caleb Parr. DEFENDERS: Nikesh Singh, Baqir Rahimi (Greater Dandenong), Hamed Merzaee (exRichmond), Anish Bittu (Knox Utd), Shivneel Krish Pillay, Hayayyaan Arsalaan Khan (Bentleigh Greens).
MIDFIELDERS: Ali Mojtaba (Greater Dandenong), Arbaaz Hafiz (Centenary Stormers, QLD), Mujtabba Mohammadi (Richmond), Omid Mirzaie (Football Development Australia Academy, NSW), Jack Maguire (Peninsula Strikers), Nick Chand (Mount Eliza), Amish Chandra (Mount Eliza), Aloysio Ferreira Neto (Morwell Pegasus), Patrick Finnegan (Noble Park Utd). FORWARDS: Davey Jones (Mount Martha), Anish Khem (Mount Eliza), Jai Narayan (Knox Utd).
LANGWARRIN
GOALKEEPERS: James Burgess, Branten Kindler. DEFENDERS: Ryo Takahashi, Luke Goulding, Kameel Khan, Charlie Fry, Lucas Portelli, Jeremy Min Fa, Luke Adams, Andrew Mullett (Nunawading City).
MIDFIELDERS: Mark Deacon (from U23s), Dante Avian, Kosta Apostolopoulos (Kingston City), Muhamed Huseinovski (Bentleigh Greens), Tosan Popo (Nunawading City), Rogan McGeorge, Cal Goulding, Barath Suresh, Arjuna Surya-Peddell (from U23s). FORWARDS: Brad Blumenthal, Archie Macphee, Tom Youngs, Cooper Legrand (Kingston City).
MORNINGTON
GOALKEEPERS: Kane Runge, Guido Guerrieri (Heidelberg Eagles), Jarrod Nardino (Baxter). DEFENDERS: James Clark, Ziggy Razuki (captain), Ryan Paczkowski, Kameel Khan (Langwarrin), Jack McDonald (Bentleigh Greens), Jack Geddes (Langwarrin), Aaron Hagland, Nelson Powell (Langwarrin). MIDFIELDERS: Jay Davies (Bentleigh Greens), Liron Azizi (Mazenod), Rhys Craigie, Shaun Kenny, Jacob Brito (Langwarrin), Kyle Johnson. FORWARDS: Tom Wood (Peninsula Strikers), Halil Reki, Dylan Thomas (Doveton), Max Civil, James Kelly (Langwarrin), Keiran Dover (Bentleigh Greens).
MOUNT ELIZA
GOALKEEPERS: Luke Armao, Jake Hill. DEFENDERS: Cooper Tossavainen, Callum Drysdale, Riley Van Zanden, Darcy Purcell (Penin-
sula Strikers), Marley Shachar. MIDFIELDERS: Fraser Keon, Lachie Mitchell, Trevor Smith, Callum Gray. FORWARDS: Jackson Tossavainen, Ray Amiri, Austin McEwen, Harris Battison.
MOUNT MARTHA
GOALKEEPERS: Dez Elliott, Dylan Elliott. DEFENDERS: Conner Gibbs, Jacob Platt, Adam Steele, Howie Anderson (Somerville Eagles), Heath Salter (Casey Comets), Finn Vemis, Charley Hunt ( Seaford United). MIDFIELDERS: Josh McMillan, Daniel Bennet (Casey Comets), Tom Brewster (Mornington), Tom Oswell, Cooper Whitehead, Zac Foad. FORWARDS: Jayden Taberner, Mitch Hawkins (Seaford Utd), Seth Bakos Sims (Peninsula Strikers), Lenny Tate, Marcus Poda.
PENINSULA STRIKERS
GOALKEEPERS: Faraz Zenoozi, Ben Caballero. DEFENDERS: Stevie Elliott, Jaiden Madafferi, Jordy May (promoted), Dave Petty, Kyron Kerr, Jamie Davidson, Cody Storton French (promoted). MIDFIELDERS: Wayne Gordon, Danny Brooks (Mornington), Matt Harrington (Reigate Priory FC, England), Kyle Eichenberger, (Langwarrin), Ethan Goulding, Alex Whyte, Jacob Pay. FORWARDS: Riley Anderton, Jai Power, Noah Musso, Cooper Andrews, Sammy Maggs (Berwick City), Campbell Steedman, Josh Botha.
ROSEBUD
GOALKEEPERS: Colin McCormack, Enzo Rosenblum (Peninsula Strikers). DEFENDERS: Stef Papaluca, Jack Wyer, Lewis Pendleton (City Of Liverpool, England), Louis Bisogni, Billy Painting, Ethan Hunt. MIDFIELDERS: Barney Johnson, Ben Symonds, Sebastian Siegl (Mount Martha), Sam Ruddy (Mount Martha), Mark O’Connor (Skye Utd). FORWARDS: Sean Smith (Doveton), Ethan Sanderson (Mount Martha), Connor Wharton (Mornington), Kori Weetch (Akimos FC, WA), Ashton McMahon (Thornton Redbacks, NSW), Cal Hughes (Peninsula Strikers), Alfie Harris (Peninsula Strikers).
SEAFORD UTD
GOALKEEPERS: Hayden Hicks, Bayleigh Caulfield, Desitney Kweyama (Knox Churches). DEFENDERS: Tristen Stass (Baxter), Sean Crespo (Casey Panthers), Mayom Athiu (Casey Panthers), Shubhdeep Sandhu (Peninsula Strikers), Callum Norton, Anthony Acampora (Melton Phoenix), Adam Martin (Somerville Eagles), Jo-
nas Harrasser, Rosh Livera, Zach Johnstone. MIDFIELDERS: Cory Osorio, Anthony Kipchirchir (Rowville Eagles), Backy Barakzoi, Conor Mcfall (Somerville Eagles), Matthew Cobb, Matthew Davis (White Star Dandenong), Luke Murray, Khalil Bahrami, Wise Barakzoi, Marcus Haringcaspel. FORWARDS: Blake Hicks, Abraham Leuth, Andrew Mazzone (Westside FC, Canada), Zain Ahmad (Casey Panthers), Dylan Waugh (Frankston Pines), Naseer Mohammad, Keegan Bell, Logan Johnston, Brahian Valdez, Mitch Lander, Nazif Mohammad. SKYE UTD
GOALKEEPERS: Steven Hadjikakou, Travis Mitchell, Jonathan Crook. DEFENDERS: Emmanuel Scarlett, Jason Nowakowski (Endeavour Utd), Arash Sadeghi, Paul Aitchison (Seaford), Nic Millar. MIDFIELDERS: Benjamin Lund, Ali Hazarah (White Star Dandenong), Nhan Than, Solomon Scarlett (Phillip Island). FORWARDS: Daniel Attard, Mitch Blake, Elliot Craig (Mornington), Tapiwa Kufakurowa (Hampton East Brighton), Shameit Sharma (Frankston Pines), Varmah Mgoneh (Knox City). SOMERVILLE EAGLES
GOALKEEPERS: Nick Bucello, Nathan Brown (Casey Comets). DEFENDERS: Tom Hennessy, Thomas Pollock, Jack Gorbert (Graham Street Prims, England) Joel Wade, Ben Schmidt, Jake Meggs, Corey Riddle, Alexander Hall (Mount Martha). MIDFIELDERS: Josh Simmons, Nick Simmons (Captain), Eli Masterson, Connor Phillips. FORWARDS: Marcus Anastasiou, Max Watson (promoted), Joe Simmons, Alessio Izzo, Guil Ribeiro.
NEXT WEEKEND’S GAMES
Friday 21 March, 7.30pm
Northcote City v Langwarrin, John Cain Memorial Reserve
Friday 21 March, 8.30pm
Chelsea v Mentone, Edithvale Recreation Reserve
Saturday 22 March, 3pm
Gippsland Utd v Mornington, Baxter Park (Warragul)
Peninsula Strikers v St Kilda, Centenary Park
Berwick City v Skye Utd, Jack Thomas Reserve
Somerville Eagles v Springvale City, Westernport Secondary College
Monash University v Baxter, Monash University Playing Fields
Seaford Utd v Mount Martha, North Seaford Reserve
Mount Eliza v Bunyip District, Emil Madsen Reserve
Barton Utd v Aspendale, Barton Recreation Reserve
Saturday 22 March, 6pm
Rosebud v Frankston Pines, Olympic Park
