Frankston Times 1st July 2025 by Mornington Peninsula News Group

Frankston

Pools make a big splash

PENINSULA Leisure came away from the 2025 Aquatics & Recreation Victoria Awards with three big wins. The pool operator won the Facility of the Year (Large) award for the Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre. Pines Forest Aquatic Centre was named the Facility of the Year (Seasonal).

Peninsula Leisure also won the sustainability award. In total 237 nominations were considered across 21 categories.

Peninsula Leisure CEO Kath Thom said “to win Facility of the Year for both centres again is something really special. And being awarded for sustainability too shows our focus on delivering not just great experiences, but a better future.”

PENINSULA Leisure employees celebrate their wins

Council budget gets green light

Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au

FRANKSTON Council has ticked off its 2025/2026 budget, featuring a $73 million infrastructure bill and a $1.7 million “local support package” to ease cost-ofliving pressures.

The budget was approved by councillors at their meeting last week. An average rate rise of three percent was included, although a portion of that will be covered by a new differential rate on

vacant properties in Frankston’s CBD. Vacant land within the Frankston Metropolitan Activity Centre and along Nepean Highway will be charged a rate three times higher than the general rate.

The average increase in revenue from residential ratepayers will be 2.24 percent, and for commercial ratepayers it will be 1.12 percent.

Council’s $73 million capital works program for the next financial year includes $20 million for the Frankston Basketball & Gymnastics Centre, $5.25

million for the Langwarrin Child & Family Centre redevelopment, $2.7 million for the Seaford Child & Family Centre redevelopment, $2.7 million for Peninsula Aquatic and Recreation Centre works, and just over $2.1 million for the Frankston Regional Arts Trail.

Around $8 million will be spent on roads and footpaths. Roads set to be targeted include McCormick’s Road from Ballarto Road to Hall Road and Skye Road from Frankston-Dandenong Road to McMahons Road. Shared user paths

will be worked on at Hastings Road/ Clarendon Street between Yuille Street and Baxter Trail, Golf Links Road from Mt Erin Secondary College to Stotts Lane, Cranbourne-Frankston Road in Langwarrin, and Tower Hill Road in Frankston.

The mayor Kris Bolam said “this is a budget for everyone - delivering real support where it’s needed most, while investing in the people, places and services that make Frankston City a great place to live.”

“We’ve trimmed the fat, not the muscle, to find savings without sacrificing the community services our residents count on, or the public works that keep Frankston City moving forward,” he said. “Frankston City is undergoing a remarkable transformation, and we’re dedicated to sustaining that progress. Our goal is to propel the city forward while ensuring no resident is left behind. This ‘Stronger Together’ budget embodies our commitment.”

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at the 2025 Aquatics and Recreation Victoria Awards. Picture: Supplied

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Advocates celebrate abuse law change

THE state government is reportedly set to introduce new laws to hold churches vicariously liable for sexual abuse that occurs under their watch.

The new law will override last year’s High Court decision that the Catholic Diocese of Ballarat was not vicariously liable for the sexual abuse of a young boy because the offender was not an employee. The High Court overturned the Victorian Supreme Court’s ruling that the church was vicariously liable - the man who sued the diocese was originally awarded $230,000 damages.

After a vocal campaign by victimsurvivors of sexual abuse, the state governmeent is preparing changes to the law. Victorian Attorney-General

Sonya Kilkenny told the ABC “we are listening, this government is listening, and we will develop legislation that will be before the parliament as soon as possible.”

Frankston MP Paul Edbrooke was among the critics of the High Court’s ruling. He told Parliament in April “this recent High Court ruling, which declined to recognise that vicarious liability extends beyond a strict employment relationship, is a profound blow to the ability of victims of child sex crimes by clergy and others to recover compensation.” (“Abuse survivor calls for change” The Times 26/5/2025)

Legalise Cannabis Party MP Rachel Payne has been pushing for change in Parliament this year. She said “these people are already up against a legal system that has historically made it unnecessarily difficult to recover

compensation from organisations for the child abuse they suffered.

“The High Court decision put victim survivors in limbo – with many cases indefinitely halted, unless reforms are made,” Payne said. “I welcome news that the Attorney-General is acting to address this injustice, and I can’t wait for the legislation to arrive in Parliament. I’m sure many victim survivors will want to be in parliament when the bill is read. They will feel that their day has finally come.

“The wait is finally over. Too many people were living in limbo, in anguish and pain. I wish all victim survivors healing and peace, and I urge all MPs from every party to support legislation that remove this legal barrier preventing victims of historical child sexual abuse from accessing justice.”

Budget cash for ‘cost of living’

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The cost-of-living relief package has expanded from a proposed $1.4 million to $1.7 million. (“Council unveils cost of living package” The Times 27/5/2025). It includes $50,000 for Peninsula Community Legal Centre for a “school lawyer” program in Frankston, $45,000 for Community Support Frankston, $30,000 to the Frankston Charitable Trust, and $50,000 in seed funding for the establishment of a foodbank and logistics service within Frankston. $210,000 will be split between 21 other relief organisations and support agencies.

$137,000 has been allocated for a discount voucher program for council-owned facilities such as PARC, Pines Pool, and the Frankston Arts Centre. A blanket twelve-month pet registration fee freeze has been put into place, and eleven service charges for residential and commer-

cial residents up to a maximum of $56,895 have been suspended.

The budget highlighted the impact of “cost-shifting” on council’s bottom line. “Unfortunately, all ratepayers across the state will be impacted by the Victorian Government’s cost shifting measures, including the new Emergency Services and Volunteer Fund property tax that will replace the existing Fire Services Property Levy,” the budget read.

“Each council budget requires a careful balancing act, and it is through strong financial management that councillors have been able to propose this local support package without reducing vital community services and infrastructure expenditure.”

VICTIM-survivors of abuse and their supporters at Victorian Parliament. Picture: Supplied

Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au

DESIGNS for the new Frankston Basketball and Gymnastics Stadium. Picture: Supplied

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Road rage arrests

A DRIVER was allegedly forced to take evasive action after a road rage incident in Seaford last week.

Police allege that a Porsche driver was travelling on Nepean Highway just before midnight between 24 and 25 June when the occupants of a blue Holden Commodore drove alongside him to make him pull over. Police say the occupants of the Commodore drove aggressively and forced the Porsche driver to leave the highway.

Police later spotted a car matching the Commodore’s description at a service station on Nepean Highway, Chelsea. Police allege the Commodore soon drove off, and police attempted to pull the car over on Nepean Highway. A cordon was put in place and vehicle immobilisation devices were used on Station Street in Edithvale to stop the car.

The occupants dumped the car near Eulinga Avenue in Aspendale. The police helicopter was called in to help police swoop in and arrest two people.

A 20-year-old man from Cranbourne West and a 19-year-old man from Carrum Downs were each interviewed by police and were released pending further enquires.

Speedster caught

A WOMAN has been arrested for driving up to 150 kmph in Carrum Downs while failing to display Pplates.

The 18-year-old Carrum Downs woman was allegedly driving a Holden Commodore at up to 150kmph in Dandenong-Frankston Road at 2am on Saturday, 21 June. Police pulled over the car on Bawden Street.

Police have impounded the car. In a statement, Victoria Police said “the woman is expected to be charged on summons for speeding and failing to display p-plates.”

Guns seized

POLICE have allegedly uncovered manufactured firearms, parts, imitation guns, ammunition and drugs at a Cranbourne home.

Police raided the home in partnership with Australian Border Force on 20 June. They allege they seized six privately manufactured firearms, 14 imitation pistols and longarm weapons, a 3D printed firearms silencer, cartridge ammunition, metal tubing and springs believed to be intended for manufacturing firearms, and various quantities of drugs including approximately 1L of 1,4-Butanediol and 25g of methamphetamine.

Three men were arrested at the scene. A 37-year-old Cranbourne man was hit with more than 40

charges, including manufacture firearm, possess parts for manufacturing firearms, possess equipment for manufacturing firearms, possess traffickable quantity of unregistered firearms, possess general category handgun, possess imitation firearm, possess ammunition without licence, possess prohibited weapon, traffick methylamphetamine, traffick 1,4-butanediol, and possess drug of dependence. The Australian Border Force is also expected to charge him with unlawfully importing Tier 2 goods under the Customs Act 1901. He was bailed to face Frankston Magistrates’ Court on 16 July.

Victoria Police illicit firearms and vehicle crime squads detective inspector Julie Macdonald “the Illicit Firearms Squad continues to work with partner agencies to keep the community safe from illicit firearms.

“We take all illicit firearms manufacture seriously, regardless of whether they are privately made, as they can have lethal consequences.”

ABF investigations superintendent Ben Michalke said “we call upon members of the community to assist us in this important work. If you see or hear of any suspicious border-related activity, then you can make an anonymous report through our Border Watch online portal.”

After the raid a 38-year-old Cranbourne man was also charged with possess methamphetamine and bailed to face Frankston Magistrates’ Court on 16 July. A 51-year-old Cranbourne man was released “pending further enquiries”, police say.

Cowburn

Trees fall during wild winds

EMERGENCY service workers were kept busy last week as an “arctic blast” tore through Victoria.

Frankston SES were on clean-up duty after wild winds and weather. On 24 June they attended a fallen tree at Yvonne Court in Langwarrin, which damaged a fence and house. Winds of up to 33 kmph were recorded in Frankston on 24 June.

The Chelsea SES unit also had its hands full last week. On 25 and 26 June, Chelsea SES attended Gala

Supreme Close in Mordialloc and Kangaroo Road in Chelsea to clean up issues with trees. It said it had been preparing for an “arctic blast”.

“In Mordialloc, a large tree branch had broken away from a nature strip tree, and was blocking the driveway, and in Chelsea, a large branch had broken, but was stuck in the tree and left hanging,” Chelsea SES said. “After assessing the jobs, our Chelsea crews made the area safe, and had the tree branches down and cut up to avoid

any further damage to property.”

Earlier in the week, the Chelsea SES were called to the Patterson Lakes Retirement Village on McLeod Road to make a broken roof safe. Part of the roof of one unit had come loose, and landed on an adjoining unit.

Scam fines at free car park

Fake infringement notices (pictured above) purporting to be from Frankston Council have been

on windshields. Frankston Council has confirmed the fines are fraudulent.

Last week Franskton councillor Brad Hill told social media “these fake parking “Infridgement” notices are appearing on car windscreens in Frankston. The one reported to me was at the railway station car park, which of course is free parking.

“They are not from the council. It’s a scam. Throw them in the bin.”

Frankston MP Paul Edbrooke said “my office has been made aware of fake infringement notices left on the windscreens of cars at the new Frankston commuter carpark.

“This carpark is free. There are no fees, no infringements and Frankston City Council do not issue infringement notices at this carpark. Hopefully everyone knows not to use the QR code and to pass the word around that this is a scam.”

MORE than 60,000 trees have been planted since 2021 through a Frankston Council program which is coming to a close.

Since council approved its “Urban Forest Action Plan” in 2021, it has planted 25,255 trees in bushland natural reserves, 13,816 street trees, 11,609 trees in parks and open spaces, 4,965 as part of infrastructure projects, and 4,580 in collaboration with schools and National Tree Day events.

Frankston deputy mayor Steffie Conroy (pictured above) planted a Golden Elm at Beauty Park in Frankston last week to bring this stage of the plan to an end. She said “every tree we plant is a long-term investment in the health and liveability of our city.

“This Golden Elm is symbolic of how far we’ve come and our commitment to a greener Frankston for future generations.”

FRANKSTON SES in action in Langwarrin. Picture: Gary Sissons

Spa owners vow to rebuild after devastating fire

Brendan Rees brendan@baysidenews.com.au

THE owners of Endota Spa Moorooduc have spoken of their heartbreak and determination after a devastating fire tore through their beloved wellness business on 17 June.

Jeff and Sharnee Thompson said it was more than a business but something they poured their hearts into after building it from scratch 14 years ago.

The incident occurred just before 9.15pm at the corner of Moorooduc Hwy and Eramosa Rd West where fire crews found the roof of the building well-alight.

It took just under two hours to bring it under control with a fire investigation unit now determining the cause.

The couple were shellshocked after receiving the call from emergency services. “To be honest with you, we were just in tears. I walked in there and just broke down,” Jeff said.

They only managed to salvage a laptop and some other personal items. But the couple said they were resilient and a rebuild of the store was “going ahead 100 per cent” with construction starting in July, and is expected to be completed in no more than four months.

“We just want to express how devastated and upset we are of the recent fire, but on a positive note, all staff have been relocated to our newly refurbished Frankston store,

which remains fully operational and ready to welcome customers from Moorooduc,” Jeff said.

“All your favourite therapists and hairdressers will be available at the Frankston store, and we are also more than happy to honour any gift vouchers well past their expiry date.”

Customers from Moorooduc would also receive free parking at the Frankston store located at Bayside Shopping Centre.

“We love being local after having serviced the peninsula with our spa treatments for the past 18 years and winning countless awards with the Moorooduc and Frankston stores,” Jeff said, adding “we appreciate everyone’s support and loyalty”.

Speaking of the incident, Jeff said the shop was extensively damaged but not completely gutted with walls and the reception area still intact.

“The trusses and the roof will need replacing – but we’re going to move heaven and earth to get reopened for our customers as soon as we possibly can,” the couple said.

“We look forward to pampering you soon; for all booking enquiries please feel free to call 9783 5675.”

JEFF and Sharnee Thompson’s business was gutted by a fire (inset). Picture: Supplied, Inset Yanni

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

CALENDAR

JULY

A Path to a Healthy Body and Soul

Tues 8 & 29 July, 7.00pm - 8.30pm

Information lecture about the teaching of Bruno Groening. The Blue Room at 16-18 High Street Frankston. Contact Andrew Gabriel: 0404 837 311

Seaford SASH Weight Loss Club

Ladies only. Tuesdays 8.00am - 10.30am. St. Luke’s Church, 65 William Rd, Carrum Downs. Must have at least 5 or more kilos to lose.

Contact Monica Hernandez: 0438 004 058 or Louisa Towan: 0417 527 029

The Langwarrin Ladies Probus have changed their meeting place to Community of Christ Church at 2-4 Logan Street, Frankston (off Ashleigh Avenue) as from the June Meeting. Join us at 10.00 am on 5th June

Patricia Morecroft: 8759 3887

Night tennis at Overport Park Tennis Club Social mixed doubles. Tuesday - beginner to intermediate. Wednesday -intermediate plus. Members: $7.00. Non-members: $12.00. Overport Park Tennis Club. Corner Overport & Somerset Roads, Frankston South. More information: Lynda Weatherley 0418 365 014

Belvedere Park Tennis Club invites you to enjoy social tennis (under lights) every Monday starting at 6.00 pm. We also have a ‘Ladies Only” on Wednesday mornings 9.00 - 11.30 am. (104 East Road, Seaford). Contact Janet: 0416 424 344

Seaford Walking Group

Meet weekly each Thursday at 9.30 am for a 9.40am start. Meet at the picnic tables outside Seaford Library. Walk locally 3 to 4kms approx 1 hour, to Seaford foreshore, beach, Kananook creek and Seaford wetlands.

Frankston Beach Revegetation Volunteers Wanted. The Frankston Beach Association holds working bees on Frankston’s foreshore every 2nd Tuesday morning. Enjoy the outdoors for a few hours each fortnight. If you are interested please call Johan on 0418 374 981

Peninsula Transport Assist Want to volunteer, but also want flexibility? Drive your own car and assist those in our community. Bus drivers also needed for 12- and 24-seater buses. To contact P.T.A: phone: 9708 8241, email info@peninsulatransportassist.org or website: www.peninsulatransportassist.org

Social Cards Club

Frankston North Community Centre. 26 Mahogany Ave Frankston North. Wednesday nights 7.15pm to 10.30 pm learn to play 500 cards loads of fun! $6 mixed ladies and gents contact Bill: 0417 396 347 or just call in.

Meet monthly at the Community Hall in Cranbourne Road – a change of venue, next to the Men’s Shed – 1st Thursday of each month 10.00 am till 12.00 pm. Many other activities. Phone 8759 3887 for further information.

Frankston Taiko (Japanese) Drumming Frankston’s sister city organisation has formed a community Taiko Drumming group and welcomes new members. Experience the fun, enjoyment and energy that is Japanese taiko drumming. For details contact Bev: 0413 777 313 or frankston.susono@gmail.com

Kananook Tennis Club have vacancies.Come along and enjoy social tennis! All standards! Everyone welcome! Racquets are available. Times of play: Thursday 9-30am-noon. Saturday 12-30pm-5.00pm. Please call: 0450 290 064. Check out our website!

Cake Decorators Association Of Victoria - Frankston Branch. Learn more about cake decorating! Join us at one of our workshops or demonstration days. We meet every second month on the first Saturday of that month. Further details: www.facebook.com/ FrankstonCDAV email: frankstoncdav@gmail.com

Seaford Probus Club.

Monthly meetings held on the 2nd Thursday of the month at the Eric Bell Reserve Pavillion, Forest Drive, Frankston North. New members welcome. Contact: Carolyn McLennan: 0450 158 149

Peninsula Men’s Circle is a confidential, non-judgmental space to share experiences and make connections. You’re encouraged to be supportive, open and compassionate. We explore relationships, responsibilities and challenges that we as men face. Wednesdays 6.45-9:30pm. Chris: 0400 614 065

Seaford Senior Citizens Club, Inc

Please join us for fun & friendship. We’re open Monday-Friday with various activities which include: RummyKing, Indoor bowls, Bingo, Cards (500 & Canasta) plus more. Please ring our office 03 9785 1621 for more information.

Frankston Friendship Club

Enjoy a cuppa and make new friends! Monthly meetings and monthly bus outings, (at your own cost.) Meet at the Xavier Centre, Davey Street Frankston on the first Wednesday in the month. Contact Suzy: 0419 367 778.

Mornington Peninsula Chorale the longstanding vibrant, SATB, non-audition choir, under Frankston Music Society along with the Frankston Symphony Orchestra perform in classical, film score, and other exciting music concerts. Read more at frankstonmusicsociety. org.au. New singers/musicians welcome. Contact us at info@frankstonmusicsociety.org.au

Frankston Stroke Support Group

Our group is open to new members for support and socialisation. Meets the first Wednesday of the month from 1pm-3pm at the Frankston North Community Centre. For more information contact Janelle on 9789 6427 or janellethompson@bigpond.com

Free Digital Literacy Classes at Frankston Library. Frankston City Libraries is committed to building online safety. Learn new skills or dive into interesting topics, with our free, in-person sessions. May’s sessions include Facebook, scams, and smart home technology. https://library. frankston.vic.gov.au/Community-Connection/ Be-Connected

Open Mic At The Green 3rd Thursday each month. Come along for a great night’s entertainment either as a performer or an audience member. Yamala Park Bowls Club Dunstan St, Frankston South. Doors Open 6.30pm. Enquiries Wayne: 0407 063 223

Photographic Club

Looking to take up or improve your photography? The Frankston Photographic Club runs regular activities and events including guest speakers, scoring & critique nights, workshops, social evenings and outings. To find out more go to www.frankstonphotoclub.com.au

Frankston & District Stamp Club

Not sure what to do with your stamp collection? Come along to our friendly monthly meetingsevery 3rd Thursday - in Carrum Downs. To find out more, Phone Mike 03 8774 1013

Bunarong Bushwalking Club

Come and explore the great outdoors with a local walking group. Bunarong Bushwalking Club members enjoy walks on Sundays and Wednesdays. For more information please contact us on: 0400 329 710, our Facebook page, or www.bunarongbushwalkingclub.com.au

Carrum Downs Senior Citizens Club

Meet every Tuesday at Lyrebird Community Centre, Lyrebird Dr, Carrum Downs.

Contact: Annette 0428 992 928

Mornington Peninsula Welsh Ladies Choir

Planning a Singing Tour of Wales this year. Rehearsal every Sunday evening at 7pm at Yamala Park Bowls Club Dunstan St Frankston South. For more details contact Trudi on 0406 678 261 or email info@mpwlc.com

Southern Sounds Chorus

Calling all women singers. Make beautiful music and great friends by joining us on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. at Somerville Community House Hall, at 2/21 Worwong Avenue, Somerville. Call Maree, 0411 844 572 (membership) or Judy 0412 063 003 (bookings)

McClelland Spinners and Weavers

Weekly sessions of spinning, handweaving and knitting at our studio at McClelland Gallery. Everything you need to get started. Find us on Facebook or email us at: mcclellandspinnersandweavers@gmail.com for more information about session times and fees.

Peninsula Field Naturalists Club 16 High St Frankston on the 2nd Wednesday of the month 8pm.We are amateurs who are interested in all aspects of the natural environment. ring Judy on 0400 910 941, or visit www.peninsulafieldnaturalists.org.au

Frankston Food Swap

2nd Saturday of the month at 1pm. Swap your excess vegies, homemade foods or seedlings. Kareela Café, 53 Kareela Rd, Frankston

Join the fun! Volunteer at a Family Life Opp Shop. Volunteer with our amazing team and make a difference in your community. No experience necessary! To find out more or to express your interest call 03 8599 5433 or visit familylife.com.au/volunteer

Table Tennis for Everyone!

We cater for all groups, including Juniors, Social, Competition, All Abilities and more! Check out our website or give us a call for more information. MFTTA.ORG.AU ph:0498 003 788

Try Croquet

Est in 1947, The Frankston Croquet Club prides itself on social recreation, healthy activity and friendly competitions. Open Tues, Thurs & Sat. from 9am to 3pm. Equipment supplied, flat soled shoes required. Enquires to Fay 97837340

Frankston Hockey Club is a family friendly sporting club for people of all abilities and ages. Juniors, seniors and masters teams available. New players welcome. Training on Wednesday and Thursday nights. Visit frankstonhockeyclub.com to find out more.

The Guide

TOP PICKS OF THE WEEK

FRIDAY PATIENCE

ABC TV, 8.35pm

THURSDAY MONI

NITV, 8.30pm

SBS’s Digital Originals showcase fresh takes on identity and culture from diverse creatives. The ﬁnal story in this year’s line-up is Moni – a heartfelt yet hilarious tale from Taoﬁa Pelesasa about a gay Samoan man (Chris Alosio, pictured) who has a chance to reconnect with his estranged sister (Saane Green) in the lead-up to her wedding. But when a version of his late mother (Tina Leaitua) appears that only he can see, Moni must learn to embrace his place in the family in order to set her free.

Based on the excellent French series Astrid et Raphaëlle, this British drama moves the action to York, and stars Ella Maisy Purvis (pictured) as Patience Evans, a young woman with autism working in the criminal records office, who finds herself roped into helping solve tricky cases after her puzzlesolving super-skills catch the eye of DI Bea Metcalf (Laura Fraser). In this premiere, a man sets himself on fire after withdrawing a large sum of money.

SATURDAY

THAT BLACKFELLA SHOW

ABC TV, 7.30pm

Premiering on the eve of NAIDOC Week, this one-of-a-kind variety special guarantees laughs, music and quality yarns told in front of a studio audience. Ernie Dingo, Bridget Brennan, and Isaac Compton (pictured left to right) host. While it’s a loud, proud celebration of Indigenous voices and culture, That Blackfella Show aspires to be a source of entertainment and a point of connection for all Australians. Featuring Jimmy Barnes, Steph Tisdell, Dane Simpson, Abbie Chatﬁeld, Outback Tom, Barka, Kevin Kropinyeri and many more, it’s a stacked hour of power that Saturday TV schedules have been crying out for.

SUNDAY

DANCING WITH THE STARS

SEVEN, 7pm

Now that we’ve seen all 12 celebs (and host Sonia Kruger) put their best footwork forward, the ﬁrst elimination looms for the second batch of stars. Home and sentimental song. It’s a hard brings his very best Fred

Thursday, July 3

8.00 Joanna Lumley’s Danube. Joanna Lumley explores the Danube by boat. 8.45 Grand Designs Australia: Buderim. (PG, R) Hosted by Anthony Burke. 9.45 Griff’s Great Australian Rail Trip: Brisbane To Cairns – Try Not Die. (R) Griff Rhys Jones explores Australia by train.

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.05 Love Your Garden. (R) 11.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 12.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.20 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Treasures With Bettany Hughes: Turkey. Bettany Hughes explores Turkey. 8.25 7/7: The London Bombings: Bombers Strike Again. (Mal) Two weeks after the July 7 attacks, the police are on the trail of the bombers.

10.45 SBS World News Late. 11.15 The Silence. (MA15+av) 1.15 Pagan Peak. (MA15+av, R) 3.00 The Best Of The HAVASI Symphonic. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 17. North Melbourne v Western Bulldogs. 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 Evil By Design: Roots Of Evil. (Malv, R) Looks at the crimes of Peter Nygård.

12.30 Life. (Madv, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

8.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 4. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England.

Friday, July 4

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.35 Gardening Australia. Costa Georgiadis joins a community of composters.

8.35 Patience. (Premiere, Ma)

A woman who works in the Criminal Records Office has unusual powers of detection due to being autistic.

9.25 Gruen. (R) Presented by Wil Anderson.

10.00 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R)

10.45 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)

11.15 ABC Late News.

11.35 Silent Witness. (PGa, R)

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

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Shetland: Scotland’s Wondrous Isles. Looks at yoal boat racing in Shetland.

8.25 Ross Kemp: Shipwreck Treasure Hunter: Trade Wars. (PGv, R) Ross Kemp learns about his great grandfather.

9.20 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes: Holy Island – LJ Ross. (R) Robson Green is joined by LJ Ross.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Atlantic Crossing. (Ma, R)

12.05 True Colours. (Mlv, R) 3.50 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.20 Bamay. (R) 4.50

Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Programs. 2.35pm

SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.05pm Paddington. 2.30 Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School: Down At The Beach. 3.50 Stan Can. 4.25 Rocket Club. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.30 Good Game Spawn Point. (Return) 7.50 MOVIE: Teen Titans Go! To The Movies. (2018, PG) 9.20 Robot Wars. 10.20 Walking With Dinosaurs. 11.10 Late Programs.

3.10 WorldWatch. 5.05 If You

7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am All Quiet On The Western Front. Continued. (1979, PG) 8.25 Francis: Pray For Me. (2015, PG, Spanish) 10.25 Mars Attacks! (1996, M) 12.25pm Kompromat. (2022, M, French, Russian) 2.45 All At Sea. (2010, PG) 4.20 Oink. (2022, Dutch) 5.45 The Big Steal. (1990, PG) 7.35 Shaft. (1971, M) 9.30 Kill Bill: Vol. 2. (2004, MA15+) Midnight Late Programs. 5.45 The Big Steal. (1990, PG) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 7.50 Motown Magic. 8.40 The Magic Canoe. 10.00 The Big Dry. 11.00 Going Places. Noon Black Man’s Houses. 1.10 Speak No Maori. 2.00 The Last Land: Gespe’gewa’gi. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Nula. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 The Big Dry. 7.30 MOVIE: Beasts Of The Southern Wild. (2012, M) 9.20 MOVIE: I Like Movies. (2022) 11.10 Late Programs. NITV (34)

8.30

Of Sin City. 9.20 F*ck Berlin. 9.55 Bound: Japanese Bondage. 11.10 Pride. 12.10am Hells Angels: Kingdom Come. 1.50 Time To Buy: A Musical. 2.30 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 17. Carlton 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.

11.00 GetOn Extra. Lizzie Jelfs, Matt Hill, Simon Marshall and Brent Zerafa dive headlong into the weekend’s best racing.

11.30 To Be Advised.

1.15 Nurses. (Ma, R) The team in emergency brace themselves to treat an incoming patient who jumped in front of a train.

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

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

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Wimbledon 2025 Pre-Show. Pre-game coverage of the Wimbledon tennis tournament, featuring reviews, previews, interviews, highlights, opinions and topical stories, from the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. 8.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 5. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 5 Late. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England.

5.00 Fishing Australia. (R) 5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)

6.00 10 News+.

7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 House Hunters Australia. (PGl) A couple look for a home near Lake Macquarie, NSW. 8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who

France 24 English News. 8.00 DD India News Hour. 9.00 Great Lighthouses Of Ireland. (R) 10.00 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 11.05 Boswell And Johnson’s Scottish Road Trip. (PGal, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Going Places. (PGa, R) 4.30 First To Fight: Pacific War Marines. (PGav, R) 5.30 From The Ashes Of World War II.

6.30 SBS World News.

6.00 Landline. (R)

6.30 Australian Story: The River Pt 1. (R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 That Blackfella Show. Hosted by Ernie Dingo, Bridget Brennan and Isaac Compton.

8.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R)

A young man is found murdered during the grand reopening of the village of Little Auburn.

10.00 Bay Of Fires. (Malv, R) Stella forms an unlikely alliance.

10.55 Little Disasters. (Mals, R)

11.40 David Attenborough’s Great Barrier Reef. (Final, R) 12.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

7.30 Travels With Agatha Christie And Sir David Suchet: Hawaii. (PG) Sir David Suchet follows Agatha Christie to Hawaii, where she holidayed in 1922.

8.25 Hitler’s Jewish Soldier? Australia Uncovered. (Mav, R) Takes a look at the story of Alex Kurzem, a Jewish boy who became Hitler’s youngest soldier.

9.35 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 1.

2.15 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Mv, R)

3.05 Blue Water Safari. (PGaw, R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

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. Members Appreciation Day, Flemington Finals Race Day and Caloundra Cup Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Border Force executes a warrant.

7.30 MOVIE: Evan Almighty. (2007, G, R) A man is ordered to build an ark. Steve Carell, Morgan Freeman.

9.30 MOVIE: No Hard Feelings. (2023, MA15+lns) An aimless 30-something woman is paid by the parents of an awkward teen to date their son and bring him out of his shell. Jennifer Lawrence, Andrew Barth Feldman.

11.40 To Be Advised.

1.05 Nurses. (Ma, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 It’s Academic. (R) 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGals, R)

6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 ACA. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Destination WA. (PG, R) 12.30 Young Sheldon. (PGal, R) 1.00 Great Australian Detour. 1.30 Space Invaders. (PG, R) 2.30 Find My Country House Australia. (R) 3.30 Parental Guidance. (PGa, R)

5.00 9News First At Five.

6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair.

6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. A couple know it’s time to make a decision. 8.40 Sort Your Life Out. (PGa, R) Stacey Solomon and her team help families declutter and transform their lives. 9.50 House Hunters Australia. (R) A couple need a larger home in western Sydney. 10.50 Elsbeth. (Mv, R) Elsbeth tours famous New York crime scenes. 11.50 Ambulance UK. (Mm, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. 6am Morning Programs. 2.20pm Stuck. 2.35 Kars & Stars. 3.05 WorldWatch. 5.05 Over The Black Dot. 5.35 Mastermind Aust. 6.35 The Secret Genius Of Modern Life. 7.35 Impossible Engineering. 8.35 The Icons That Built The World. 9.25 The Search For El Dorado. 10.15 UFOs: Investigating The Unknown. (Return) 12.05am Sex War Robots. 12.25 Land Of The Giants: Titans Of Tech. 2.00 Late Programs. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 12.55pm Mecha Builders. 2.05 Paddington. 2.30 Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School’s Special. 3.30 The Most Magnificent Thing. 4.20 Dino Dex. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Isadora Moon. 7.00 Andy And The Band.

8.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 6. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 6 Late. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

Sunday, July 6

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 The World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Songs Of Praise. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 2.30 Joanna Lumley’s Danube. (R) 3.15 Nigella Bites. (R) 3.40 Martin Clunes: Islands Of America. (PG, R) 4.40 Walking With Dinosaurs. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Compass: DOBBY –Finding My Voice. (PG)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) Hosted by Adam Hills.

8.00 Bay Of Fires. (Madv) Stella is thrown into a tailspin.

8.50 Little Disasters. (Mal) The threat of Social Services splitting up the Carrisfords closes in, impacting the whole group.

9.40 Namatjira Project: The Quest For Justice. (Ml, R) Charts the story of the Namatjira family. 11.05 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (Ml, R) 11.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

1.40 Under The Vines. (PG, R) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

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6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 1. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PGav, R) 11.30 PBS Washington Week. 11.55 SBS50. (R) 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 1. 1.00 Motor Racing. ProMX Championships. Round 6. 4.00 Going Places. (R) 4.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 1. Highlights. 5.30 From The Ashes Of World War II. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Mont-Saint-Michel: Rising Again. Looks at Mont-Saint-Michel, a triumph of technical prowess, spiritual ambition and architectural audacity. 8.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 2. Lauwin-Planque to Boulogne-surMer. 209.1km hilly stage. From France. 2.10 24 Hours In Emergency:

A Love Like No Other. (Ma, R)

A 26-year-old is rushed to St George’s.

3.05 Blue Water Safari: Bait Ball. (PGalw, R) Dean films a bait ball. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.

6.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 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 17. Adelaide v Melbourne.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Dancing With The Stars. (PGl) The second group hits the ballroom floor once again.

8.30 7NEWS Spotlight.

9.30 The Philpotts: A Very British Horror. (Mlsv) Examines the difficult police investigation after a fire broke out in the home of Mick and Mairead Philpott. 11.00 Crime Investigation Australia: Kerry Whelan – Wife For Ransom. (Mav, R)

12.20 Shades Of Blue. (MA15+adsv, R)

1.20 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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

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6am Morning Programs. 10.00 House Of Wellness. 11.00 Harry’s Practice. 11.30 Escape To The Country. 1.30pm Discover. 2.00 South Aussie With

6.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 6.30 ACA. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 AFL Sunday Footy Show. (PG) 12.00 Wide World Of Sports. (PG) 1.00 Rugby Union. International Test Series. Game 1. Australia v Fiji. 3.30

6.00 9News Sunday.

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 MasterChef Australia. (PGl) A batch of 23 former contestants returns. 8.15 Fake. (Ml) Birdie arrives at the wedding alone and receives a message from Joe. Fighting with Margeaux, Birdie is full of self-loathing. 9.15 FBI. (Mv, R) After a string of armed robberies, the team investigates a suspect who leads them to something much bigger. 11.05 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 3pm Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 4.00 WorldWatch. 4.25 PBS Washington Week. 4.50 Blondie: Glass Heart. 5.50 Lost Gold Of The Aztecs. 6.40 Engineering Reborn. 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Bermuda Triangle: Into Cursed Waters. 10.10 Vikings: The Rise And Fall. Midnight WWE Legends. 12.55 Letterkenny. 2.55 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.05pm Paddington. 2.30 Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School. 3.30 The Snail And The Whale. 4.20 Dino Dex. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Super Monsters. 7.00 Andy And The Band. 7.35 Moominvalley. 8.00 Walking With Dinosaurs. 8.50 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.30 Abbott Elementary. 10.15 Speechless. 10.35 Merlin. 11.20 Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs.

7.50 Motown Magic. 8.40 The Magic Canoe. 10.00 Pro Bull Riding USA: World Team Series. 11.00 Unleash The Beast. Noon Who We Are In Sport. 1.00 Big Name, No Blanket. 2.05 The Point. 3.05 Turn Up Respect. 3.25 Soh Presents: Generations And Dynasties. 6.35 Elder In Residence Oration 2025. 7.35 The First Inventors. 8.30 Ablaze. 10.00 MOVIE: Jedda. (1955, PG) 11.35 Late Programs.

7.00 Travel Guides. (PGl) Ordinary Australians become travel critics, continuing with a trip to San Francisco, where they explores its steep hills, see some new technology and take in Yosemite National Park.

8.10 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.10 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 7. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 7 Late. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

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18. Manly Sea Eagles v South Sydney Rabbitohs. 6.00 Dad’s Army. 6.30 M*A*S*H. 7.30 Wimbledon 2025 Pre-Show. 8.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 7. 9.10 MOVIE: Sully. (2016, M) 11.10 Late Programs.

Continued. (2018, PG) 6.50 Like Father, Like Son. (2013, PG, Japanese) 9.05 Music & Lyrics. (2007, PG) 11.05 History Of The Occult. (2020, M, Spanish) 12.40pm Shaft. (1971, M) 2.35 The Big Steal. (1990, PG) 4.30 Murder Party. (2022, PG, French) 6.25 Where Angels Fear To Tread. (1991) 8.30 This Boy’s Life. (1993) 10.50 The Broken Land. (2021, M, Italian, Spanish) 12.30am Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

Monday, July 7

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Midsomer Murders. (PGv, R) 11.30 The Art Of... (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (Ml, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (R) 2.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 3.45 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. 8.00 Australian Story: The River Pt 2. 8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program. 9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Presented by Linton Besser. 9.35 Lucy Worsley Investigates: Jack The Ripper. (PG, R) Presented by Lucy Worsley.

10.25 ABC Late News. 10.40 The Business. (R) 11.00 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 11.45 Love Your Garden. (R) 12.35 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.20 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6am RBG.

6am Morning Programs. 9.55

Reunited. 10.55 Searching For Michael Jackson’s Zoo With Ross Kemp. (Premiere) Noon Innovation Nation. 12.15 Seinfeld. 12.45 International Test Series. Aust v Fiji. 1.00 Ed Sheeran: Full Circle. 3.00 Cards And Collectables Australia. 3.30 MOVIE: Undercover Blues. (1993, PG) 5.25 MOVIE: Three Men And A Little

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 2. 8.00 PBS Week. 8.30 WorldWatch. 10.10 WorldWatch. 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 1 and 2. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Going Places. (R) 2.55 Yiyili. (PGa, R) 3.05 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 3.35 Jeopardy! 4.00 Letters And Numbers. (PGals, R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 2. Highlights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Portillo’s Andalucia: Cadiz And Jerez. (Ml, R) Michael Portillo ventures to Cadiz.

8.20 Sue Perkins: Lost In Thailand. (PG, R) Sue Perkins heads south to the turquoise waters of Phuket, Thailand’s largest island. 9.15 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 3. 2.00 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PGa, R) 3.10 Eva Longoria: Searching For Mexico. (R) 3.55 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.25 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 To Be Advised. 2.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGad) Cohen’s letter gets a response.

7.30 The 1% Club. (PGls, R) Hosted by Jim Jefferies.

8.30 9-1-1. (Mav) Athena investigates the brutal beating of a man found behind a grocery store.

10.30 The Agenda Setters. (R)

11.30 Police Custody USA: A Murder In The Family. (Malv, R)

12.30 You, Me And The Apocalypse. (Malv)

1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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 MOVIE: How To Find Forever. (2022, PGa, R) Erin Agostino. 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. (PG)

6.00 9News.

6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. 7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGl) A batch of 23 former contestants returns. 8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.40 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (Ma) The Jokers become hairstylists. 10.10 10’s Late News. 10.35 10 News+. (R) 11.35 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 4.00 WorldWatch. 6.10 The Food That Built The World. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 The UnBelievable. 10.10 Moni. 11.25 Couples Therapy. Midnight Love And Sex In China. 1.10 Idris Elba’s Fight School. 2.20 The Swiping Game. 2.45 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 12.55pm Mecha Builders. 2.05 Paddington. 2.30 Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School. 4.00 Andy’s Global Adventures. 4.25 Rocket Club. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Dino Dex. 7.40 The Inbestigators. 8.00 Junior Vets. 8.35 Hard Quiz Kids. 9.05 The Crystal Maze. 9.50 Merlin. 10.35 Good Game Spawn Point. 10.55 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 8.15 Where Angels Fear To Tread. (1991) 10.20 The Movie Show. 10.55

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Parental Guidance. (PGas) Eight sets of parents with very different parenting styles put their methods to the test.

9.00 Footy Classified. (Ml) A team of footy experts tackles the AFL’s big issues and controversies. Hosted by Sam McClure, Matthew Lloyd, Jimmy Bartel and Damian Barrett. 10.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 8. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 8 Late.

5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

Tuesday, July 8

ABC (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7) TEN (10) NINE (9) 6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Australian Story. (R) 10.30 Compass. (PG, R) 11.00 If You’re Listening. (R) 11.20 Gruen. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Call The Midwife. (Ma, R) 2.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (R) 2.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 3.45 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 3. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 2. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 3. Highlights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Going Places. (PG, R) 3.25 Where The Dreamings Come From. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 3. Highlights. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Just Add Romance. (2019, PGa) Meghann Fahy. 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.30

7.30 7.30. 8.00 Walking With Dinosaurs: Island Of Giants. (Final, PG)

8.50 Whale Wisdom. (R) Takes a look at the profound mystery of whales. 9.40 I Was Actually There: Beaconsfield Mine Disaster. (Final, Ml, R)

10.15 ABC Late News. 10.30 The Business. (R) 10.45 Four Corners. (R) 11.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 11.50 Lucy Worsley Investigates. (PG, R) 12.40 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 1.10 EXPOSED: The Case Of Keli Lane. (Mal, R) 2.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PGa, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

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6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys: Pula To Pazin/Buzet To Pag. (Return, PGav) Michael Portillo duels gladiators in Pula.

8.30 Insight. Looks into what drives people to cut ties and asks if it’s always a good idea.

9.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 4.

2.00 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PG, R)

3.00 Eva Longoria: Searching For Mexico. (R) 3.50 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.20 Bamay. (PG, R) 4.50 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Programs. 2pm Cycling.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGas) Dana’s worried for Irene. Bree demands answers. Avalon’s on her own.

7.30 Stranded On Honeymoon Island. (Mlns) The couples receive another surprise crate and face off at the next Couples Cove.

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

11.30 Police Custody USA: Meth Wars. (Madl, R) Cops try to bring down a drug kingpin.

12.30 Fairly Legal. (Ma, R)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6am

2. Highlights. 3.00 Cycling.

3. Highlights. 4.15

4.45

News. 6.15 The Food That Built The World. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.25 Alone. 9.40 Hoarders. (Return) 11.20 Pitino: Red Storm Rising. (Premiere) 12.15am Race For The Planet. 2.15 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.05pm Paddington. 2.30 Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School. 4.00 Andy’s Global Adventures. 4.25 Rocket Club. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Dino Dex. 7.40 The Inbestigators. 8.00 Junior Vets. 8.30 Deadly 60. 9.00 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 9.50 Merlin. 10.35 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 11.00 Late Programs.

5.15

6am

Morning Programs. 7.10 An Ideal Husband. (1999, PG) 9.00 Another Country. (2015, PG) 10.25 The Broken Land. (2021, M, Italian, Spanish) 12.05pm Sweet As. (2022, M) 1.40 Sissi. (1955, German) 3.40 Sissi: The Young Empress. (1956, PG, German, Hungarian) 5.40 Finding Graceland. (1998, PG) 7.30 A Bronx Tale. (1993, M) 9.45 The Drover’s Wife. (2021, MA15+) 11.45 Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Living Black. 11.30 Elder In Residence Oration 2024. 12.50pm The Redfern Story. 2.00 The Last Land: Gespe’gewa’gi. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Indian Country Today News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Tales From Zambia. 7.30 The Point. 8.30 Pro Bull Riding Australia. 9.30 Over The Black Dot. 10.00 MOVIE: Dark Age. (1987, MA15+) 11.40 Late Programs. NITV (34)

Wednesday, July 9

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 That Blackfella Show. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (PG, R) 2.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 3.45 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 4. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 3 and 4. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Insight. (R) 3.00 Going Places. (R) 3.30 The Point: Road To Referendum. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 4. Highlights.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30.

Gruen. Presented by Wil Anderson.

Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG) Presented by Guy Montgomery.

Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) Hosted by Adam Hills.

9.55 QI. (Mls)

11.00 ABC Late News.

11.15 The Business. (R) 11.30 You Can’t Ask That. (R) 12.30 Love Your Garden. (R) 1.20 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 2.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 How Disney Built America: Dawn Of The Animated Blockbuster. (PG) Walt Disney created the first full-length animated feature film. 8.20 Eat Smart: Secrets Of The Glucose Goddess. (Premiere) Jessie Inchauspé creates tailored plans for volunteers.

9.25 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 5. 2.10 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 3.10 Eva Longoria: Searching For Mexico. (PG, R) 4.00 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.30 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: Written In The Stars. (2021, PGa) Kimberley Crossman. 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

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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. (PGa) Hosted by Hamish McLachlan. 10.00 Ashley Cain: Into The Danger Zone. (Malv) 11.20 Stags. (MA15+adv) 12.20 Touching Evil. (MA15+av) 1.20 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Paramedics. (Return, Mlm) Paramedics rush to a fallen rider.

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

9.30 Wimbledon 2025 Pre-Show. Reviews, previews, interviews, highlights and opinions from the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.

10.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 9. Quarter-finals. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 9 Late. Quarter-finals.

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Open letter to the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council

I’m writing to you about the recent decision to cut funding across several areas of the arts within our region. While the arts may be a “soft target”, this perception fundamentally underestimates the wide-ranging and long-term value that a thriving creative sector provides to the peninsula.

If the council aims to spend ratepayer money wisely, cutting the arts is a false economy.

Investment in the arts consistently delivers strong returns - in terms of cultural enrichment, economic stimulus, tourism, job creation, community wellbeing, and regional identity.

Consider the example of South Korea, where a strategic, government-led investment in cultural industries (film, design, music, art) over the past two decades has transformed the country into a global cultural leader. The so-called “Korean Wave” didn’t emerge by chance. It was the result of long-term planning and government backing. The outcome? Billions in export revenue, thriving tourism, a booming creative sector, and international recognition.

While the Mornington Peninsula may not be aiming for global cultural influence, the lesson applies: when local government invests in the arts, the entire community benefits.

Here’s why reversing this funding decision is not only the right thing, but the smart thing: The arts drive local economies: Festivals, exhibitions, public art, and performances draw visitors, stimulate spending in local hospitality and retail, and support hundreds of jobs.

They improve health and wellbeing: Creative programs enhance mental health, reduce isolation, and support the inclusion of youth, aged care, and people with disabilities.

They build community pride and identity: A region that values its artists and storytellers demonstrates its appreciation for creativity, culture, and belonging.

They attract co-funding: Local support often unlocks additional investment from state and federal sources or philanthropic organisations.

The Mornington Peninsula is already known for its natural beauty. It should be equally recognised for its cultural vitality.

Michael Leeworthy, Red Hill South

What really matters

Rupert Steiner’s letter (Marsh guillotine, Letters 24/6/25) is a timely reminder to question what sort of community we really should be on the Mornington Peninsula.

Do we want a community led by a Trumpish clique of six that elevates individualism above connectedness, self-interest against the common good?

Do we want a society without opportunities for creativity in the arts, or devoid of empathy for those less fortunate, the homeless or for those left with the legacy and ongoing impacts of injustices?

Do we want the remaining expressions of the natural world replaced by more car parks and widened roads?

Or do we want a community vibrant with imagination and innovation within a natural environment that nurtures and revitalizes?

Do we want to continue to sweep past indigenous injustices under the mat or do we support First Peoples’ initiatives that benefit all of us?

Do we applaud record numbers of arrests (Crime rate jumps 24% with record arrests, The News 24/6/25) as evidence of being “tough on crime”, or do we invest in early-life interventions as a way of avoiding criminalisation later?

Do we envisage a society with compassion and a readiness to reach out, even beyond our own sphere, such as the Timor-Leste supporters vowing to continue their invaluable projects for impoverished communities despite brutal Shire funds cuts (Timor-Leste supports vow to continue despite shire funds cut, The News 24/6/25). Councillor David Gill admirably went against this council’s meanness with his personal donation of $5000 matching dollar for dollar. Or, closer to home, do we support the valuable work for mental health of which the Men’s Shed is a vital part (Future on the line for cramped Men’s Shed, The News 24/6/25)

Isn’t it time to reflect on what really matters in today’s seemingly self-absorbed world?

Henk van Leeuwen, Mount Martha

Climate delusions

Ann Robb Secretary-Mornington Environment Association (Climate dismay, Letters 24/06/25) would have us believe that our council, by deleting funding for climate change initiatives is going to play some part in advancing a climate crisis resulting in increased floods, storms and bushfires.

In all fairness, this is an ideology promoted by Anthony Albanese, Chris Bowen and many others resulting in untold billions being directed from our economy to subsidise all manner of green projects from solar farms, land and sea wind turbines, electric cars etc. not one of these ventures would be viable without subsidies which we all pay for with our taxes.

How the Rosebud Hospital could use a little of this wasted money.

The fact remains, if Australia achieved zero greenhouse house emissions at great personal cost with ever rising power prices , the effect on climate would be negligible.

How the promoters of such a scheme can accept the terrible increase to our cost of living, let alone the environmental damage to our Forrest’s, farmlands, and wildlife is beyond belief. But sadly that is the present situation.

At least we are keeping China happy as the chief manufacturer of solar panels, wind turbines and electric cars, all made with power largely generated from coal imported from, you guessed it, Australia.

One thing we can be thankful for is that Climate 200 did not get their Flinders candidate elected.

Keith Davis, Somers

Healthy house

Amy Hiller (Energy efficiency, Letters 23/6/25) applauds Repower for donating home energy efficiency kits to peninsula residents, stating that 80% of Australian homes are merely 2 star energy rating. These kits, including door draught stoppers, are supposed to slightly increase the energy efficiency of our homes.

Let me tell all of these non-scientific crusaders something. Our house of 50 years is bright and breezy and healthy. We have ceiling insulation but not any air-conditioning.

In summer, doors and windows are left open, as appropriate, allowing cooling healthy breezes to flow through the house.

If it gets hotter, we turn on electric fans. In winter, windows are left slightly open, night and day, as appropriate, to ensure a movement of fresh air, which ensures no mould in the bathroom or anywhere else.

Odours and living odours are removed (some houses smell). Properly built, our house even has small wall vents in every room, opening to the wall cavity.

You must have ventilation. Oxygen and sunlight kills airborne bacteria and viruses and purifies the air. Recirculating stale air in a hermetically sealed house does the opposite. You will get sick.

Comparing Australian homes to Europe is nonsensical: they are covered in snow all winter with sub-zero temperatures; we are not.

One last thing: We have gas heaters, one in the kitchen, one in the lounge. We love it. I am not interested in home energy efficiency, even though we probably use less energy than others.

I don’t want any darned fool interfering government from La La Land telling me how to live my life in my own home.

Brian A Mitchelson, Mornington

Rubbish everywhere

As a resident of Frankston I am disgusted at the rubbish that is strewn along the streets and pathways. Don’t the residents have any pride in their city?

You have to be on the watch for dog poo on the beach walkway.

I came up from Warrnambool to be close to family. They have very little problem with street

Insane waste of money

It looks as if the shire has too much money.

About six of these totally unnecessary signs have appeared in Balnarring Beach advising locals that from now on we can’t take our dogs down this drainage reserve without the threat of fines.

After following the link given on the signs, it seems the intent of this new prohibition was the protection of indigenous flora and fauna.

I’m still waiting for a reply to my questions on what wildlife and plant survey, this decision was taken.

Talking about indigenous plants, this reserve has been so neglected by the Shire that it is choked with noxious weeds like ivy, ash trees,pitosporum and cape ivy blackberries and such.

I know we have echidnas, swamp rats, and lots of birds around, but I have never seen

litter down there. It’s a pity that we can’t take more pride and love our city.

Christine Di Palma, Frankston

Rates freeze?

Prior to last year’s Frankston City elections the council ordered its officers to make a report into the possibility of freezing rates.

Some eight months later where is the report ?

And in the Frankston City News it states that there will be an increase in rates but under the 3.5%.

The welfare budget and organisations budgets have also not been frozen.

Even though interest rates have been cut the cost of living has continued to increase and property owners can’t afford increased rates.

There needs to be a major review in expenditure by the Frankston council to cut costs so there can be a freeze in rates.

None of the candidates who contested the last council elections promised a cut or to freeze rates.

Russell Morse, Karingal

My sincere thanks

Last Thursday (26 June), having delivered a carload of goods to the RSPCA shop in Mornington, and having foolishly put my mobile phone on the roof of my car, I drove off leaving it there.

I was pursued by two very determined women who caught up with me at a service station about a kilometre away.

I was so bemused to see one of them holding out my phone that I did not thank them adequately.

Not only would I have lost my phone, but I would also have lost my licence, credit card and

any adverse interaction with our local dog population.

After contacting the shire about all this and why our community was not involved in this decision, I was told that online forums and community meetings were held all over the shire.

Sadly, this blanket and uninformed decision making is a confirmation of the undemocratic decisions being made by this council of six.

After speaking to many local residents, it has become clear to me that such waste of our rate money is not appreciated here in Balnarring Beach. All we’re asking is for these stupid signs to be removed, and if possible, our creek reserve is managed a little better.

Rupert Steiner, Balnarring Beach

health cards which were in the wallet, as well as the contacts and photos on the phone.

I am so grateful to these women for pursuing me and returning my phone; I hope that they will read this letter and know how appreciative I am of the good turn which they did.

Ann Miller, Frankston South

Where’s Zoe?

Missing! Has anybody seen the Member for Flinders?

Please contact the constituents of the Mornington Peninsula if you know her whereabouts. Last seen buying croissants and crème brulee...

Dale Stohr, Crib Point

Arrivederci!

I’ve been saying my piece to this excellent local newspaper for more than a decade, truth is I’m done, thus farewell, to all you letter writers. Perhaps (likely?) a raindrop on a downpour but always a satisfying raindrop, maybe landing on the head of your opponents, if any?

Seek the truth, your truth, despite hands over their ears.

My preference is for female contributions from Rye to Frankston. I think to myself “Why not Sorrento?” a cross section preferable. Maybe quality earmuffs? No matter.

Overseas wars feeding us their half truths, each leader into power and corruption at the expense of some 95% of their people, all or mostly all powerless, the raindrop principle, the dream of everyday life (hope?) a necessity, our Prime Minister watching his back.

A day at a time, an hour? Keep on writing. Cheers?

Cliff Ellen, Rye

Baxter - On The ‘Wallaby’ with a walking group

Compiled by Cameron McCullough

On Sunday last the hamlet of Baxter was surprised out of its usual calm, by the extraordinary sight of a body of eighteen well-dressed men tramping in orderly formation along the roadway.

Speculation was rife as to the invasion, but it proved to be a peaceful one, consisting of members of the “Wallaby” Walking Club from Melbourne.

They were on the tramp to view what sights Baxter and the surrounding country had to offer.

After climbing the hill to Barrett’s, dinner was partaken of in real country style, all sitting on a large log.

After this a visit was made to the residence of Cr. Geo. Young, and considerable surprise was expressed by all members of the party that such a beautiful view existed so close to Melbourne, and was so little known.

The party consisted of doctors and other professional men, and was led by Dr. Hornabrook, of Collins street.

After leaving Cr. Young’s the route taken was through the Langwarrin military reserve, on towards the Government pine plantation, then back by rail to Melbourne. ***

Little Apples. Little Fines. Little Jokes

When the name of Christopher Chandler was called an elderly man stepped forward at the Frankston Court last week to answer a charge of topping fruit (apples) as discovered in cases on May 8.

Asked how he pleaded, Chandler remarked that he “would like to hear

the evidence.”

Mr. W. G. Smith (whimsically):

Yes, it is, perhaps, a wise thing.

Thomas Wadson, inspector, said four cases of apples exposed for sale for Chandler were so packed that the top layer contained apples of an average diameter of between 2¾in. and 3in. Some of the apples were even larger than 3in.

But the under layers contained 50 per cent of an average of between 2½in. to 2¼in.

Chandler had said that he had not packed the fruit himself, and he had been in so great a hurry that he had not properly supervised.

The fruit was unblemished and of uniform quality throughout.

Chandler: I am eligible for the old age pension. I have never been charged before, and I do not want in my life to have a conviction recorded against me. I would ask your Worship to take all the facts into careful and lenient consideration, and, if possible, allow me to make a reasonable donation to charity or to unemployed funds to atone for my mistake, and not record a conviction.

I would esteem it a great privilege.

The Bench was obviously impressed by the appeal.

A hint by the magistrate drew a blank as far as Inspector Wadeson was concerned, for he informed the Bench that he had no authority to withdraw the charge.

Mr. Smith then informed Chandler that a conviction was not such a very terrible blot on a man’s character in a case of this kind.

A fine of 10/- was inflicted.

Chandler: I thank your Worships.

I will pay a pound to charity. I feel that I have deserved something for my carelessness.

John Millar, Langwarrin road, Frankston, was the target of similar charge for the same date, by Inspector Wadeson.

Millar said he had made a mistake and put the wrong grade in the boxes. He had never sent apples to market before as he had only been on the place twelve months.

In fining Millar 10/-, Mr. Smith remarked that it was strange that with all the excuses that it was always the little apples that got to the bottom of the case. (Laughter).

***

Queen Of Fire Brigade

A euchre party and dance was held in the Mechanics’ Hall last evening to raise funds for the “Queen of Fire Brigade” (Miss Dorothy Legge).

There was a large attendance, and the function was very much enjoyed by all present.

The excellent music supplied by Messrs. Taylor Cooper, R. Amor, F. Bishop and Miss Amor, was much appreciated.

The fire brigade members were present in uniform.

Supper was provided by the ladies, who assisted Mrs. Legge in a very capable manner. Mrs. Legge desires to thank all the ladies and others for their gifts, donations and assistance given at the function referred to.

***

Frankston Park – Improvement Committee

A meeting of the Frankston Park Improvement Commttee was held on Thursday evening, June 25, Mr. T. J.

McMurtrie presiding.

The hon. secretary, Mr. McGovern, reported that the improvement scheme had been completed and had given general satisfaction.

The cost had run into some hundreds of pounds and there was still a liability of £116, which must be liquidated within the next six months.

Mr. McMurtrie conveyed the gratifying information that the work on the oval had been a great success, and with reasonable care and attention would equal anything of the kind outside Melbourne.

It was important, he said, that the finances should be put on a satisfactory footing, and as all the public benefitted by the improvement works carried out there should be no difficulty in raising the necessary money.

It was decided to ask the ladies to form a committee to organise a bazaar as a means of providing the necessary money.

It was announced by the chairman that Mrs. Swanson, of Langwarrin, had won the competition organised by the committee for which a sovereign was the prize. ***

Personal

Miss A. M. Armstrong has arrived at the Frankston State school, in succession to Miss Pepper, who was transferred.

Mr. W. J. McIntosh, the wellknown Frankston dentist, is at present seriously ill at his residence, Melbourne road. Mr. Davis, L.D.S., is acting locum tenens for Mr. McIntosh.

The Rev. A. P. McFarlane, vicar of St. Paul’s Frankston, who has

been spending a holiday at Healesville, following a recent illness, has returned home again quite restored to health.

The many friends of Miss Winnie Hallinan, licensee of the Prince of Wales Hotel, Frankston, will be pleased to learn, that though still an inmate of Dr. Maxwell’s private hospital, she is progressing favourably.

Mr. Pitt, head-master of Seaford school is on the sick list and had to keep to his room on Thursday last.

Mr. Alf. Davey, manager of Taylor & Ritchie’s local motor garage, and Mr. Reg. Ritchie, of Mornington, have returned from their motor tour through New South Wales, having covered a distance of over five hundred miles. They were absent for about three weeks, and a very enjoyable trip was experienced.

No trouble was experienced with the car used, which was a Ford Tourer. Mr. Davey is more than satisfied with the way this car performed over such a long journey, considering that the roads were in such a bad state.

The party were invited by the residents of Lockington to accompany them on a hare drive at this spot, and good shooting was had, hares and quail being plentiful.

A bag of 200 hares was obtained by the party, and nearly 400 quail in four days. No dogs were used for the birds.

The scenery was delightful on the trip, and is recommended to anyone contemplating a trip by motor.

***

From the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 3 July 1925

PUZZLE ZONE

Unite

Role models

Open tarts

Soberly 20. Mariner’s skill

Screamed

Top of body

Class-conscious person

Accounts

Uses adjectives

House support poles

Commends (for bravery)

Twin-hulled vessel

Mother sheep

Adage

Plane corridors

Warbles alpine-style

Becomes distorted

Lose (fur)

Rind

Rosebud strikes back against Pythons, Yabbies pinch a win

MPFNL

By Brodie Cowburn

MEN’S DIV ONE

ROSEBUD are back on the winner’s list after beating Pines on Saturday.

Ladder leaders Rosebud came into the match off of a shock three point loss to Langwarrin. They remained on top of the ladder by percentage only. Pines were up for the fight at Olympic Park last weekend. The Pythons led at the first break by a point. By threequarter-time Rosebud had taken the lead, but only by seven points.

Rosebud finished the job with a strong final quarter, going on to win 15.10 (100) to 12.8 (80). They kicked the last four goals to wrap things up.

Campbell Hustwaite, Kirk Dickson, Reid Nanscawen, Matthew Cumming, and Jake Carosella were Rosebud’s best. Dickson kicked four goals and Cumming kicked three.

Frankston YCW kept level with first place with a 20 point win over Red Hill.

It was a scrappy affair at John Coburn Oval on Saturday. The Stonecats scored 15 behinds, but still managed to come away with the win.

Billy McCormack, Lachlan Bryce, Matt Hill, Mackenna Hura, and Brenton Lambert were named the Stonecats’ best. Riley D’Arcy added four more goals to his growing tally for the year.

Langwarrin couldn’t replicate their success against Rosebud on the road against Sorrento. The Sharks won 17.9 (111) to 8.10 (58) on Saturday.

Around the grounds, EdithvaleAspendale beat Mt Eliza in a close one at Emil Madsen Reserve and Mornington smashed Dromana by 51 points away from home at Dromana Recreation Reserve.

MEN’S DIV TWO

KARINGAL came agonisingly close to their first win of the season last Saturday, but fell just short to Tyabb.

The Bulls and Yabbies have both struggled in season 2025, languishing at the bottom of the ladder. Bunguyan Reserve hosted the match on Saturday with both sides keen to capitalise on a good opportunity for a win.

Karingal established a good lead, but couldn’t stop the momentum swinging the other way. It wasn’t always pretty, but Tyabb managed to drag themselves over the line for an 11.18 (84) to 12.7 (79) win.

Another battler in 2025 picked up a win last weekend, as Hastings upset Devon Meadows.

On Hastings’ home turf, the two sides played out one of the closest matches of the year. The lead at each break of play was never higher than two points.

After a see-sawing epic, Hastings managed to hold on for a famous one

point win. Hastings won 14.6 (90) to 15.5 (89).

Kade Foster the the differencemaker for the victors, booting five goals in a best-on-ground display.

Frankston Bombers stretched their winning run to 11-0 on Saturday with a 22 point win at home against Somerville. Pearcedale remain just one win behind them on the ladder after a 31 point victory against Seaford.

Crib Point and Chelsea closed out the round with comfortable wins over Bonbeach and Rye respectively.

WOMEN’S DIV ONE

MORNINGTON have succumbed to their first defeat of the season at the hands of Warragul Industrials.

The Bulldogs have been the team to beat all year, and came into their clash with Warragul with an unblemished 10-0 record. Warragul had been beaten just twice.

The Bulldogs kicked the first two goals at Alexandra Park, but Warragul soon fought back. The Industrials

went into the first break with a narrow two point lead, which they held onto throughout the afternoon.

The Bulldogs remained in striking distance, but a goalless final quarter sealed their fate. Warragul won 5.4 (34) to 6.13 (49).

Stella Rogers kicked two goals for Mornington to keep her side in the contest.

Frankston comfortably beat Bonbeach away from home on Saturday evening.

Frankston raced into an early lead, and never gave it up. The Dolphins emerged victorious 2.4 (16) to 6.9 (45).

Seikula Drodrolagi booted three goals for Frankston, and Adele Kerley kicked two. Zoe Mitchell, Jemma Radford, Adele Kerley, Stephanie Rummel, and Amilia Weahwere named in their best.

Karingal thumped Pearcedale by 97 points on Saturday to close out the round. Taliah Black and Hayley Monk each kicked four goals.

NEXT WEEK’S GAMES

DIVISION ONE MENS

Saturday 5 July, 2pm: Dromana v Frankston YCWDromana Recreation Reserve

Edithvale-Aspendale v Red Hill - Regents Park

Pines v Langwarrin - Eric Bell Reserve

Rosebud v MorningtonOlympic Park Rosebud Sorrento v Mt Eliza - David Macfarlane Reserve

DIVISION TWO MENS

Saturday 5 July, 2pm: Bonbeach v Rye - Bonbeach Reserve

Chelsea v PearcedaleChelsea Recreation Reserve

Crib Point v Seaford - Crib Point Recreation Reserve

Karingal v Devon MeadowsKaringal Football Club

Somerville v HastingsSomerville Football Club

Tyabb v Frankston BombersBunguyan Reserve

DIVISION ONE WOMENS

Saturday 5 July, 10am: Karingal v Bonbeach - Karingal Football Club

Saturday 5 July, 1pm: Mornington v FrankstonMornington Alexandra Park

Sunday 6 July, 3pm:

Warragul Industrials v Pearcedale - Western Park

DIVISION TWO WOMENS

Saturday 5 July, 10am: Frankston (Reserve) v Edithvale-Aspendale - Kinetic Stadium

Saturday 5 July, 11am: Mornington (Reserve) v Mt Eliza - Mornington Alexandra Park

Red Hill FNC v Tyabb - Red Hill Recreation Reserve

Saturday 5 July, 1pm: Red Hill FNC/Balnarring Thunder FC v Karingal (Reserve) - Balnarring Reserve

Sunday 6 July, 12pm: Warragul Industrial v Bass Coast - Western Park

DIVISION THREE WOMENS

Saturday 5 July, 4.40pm: Crib Point v Pearcedale (Reserve) - Crib Point Recreation Reserve

Pines v Langwarrin - Eric Bell Reserve

Tyabb v Chelsea - Bunguyan Reserve

Bonbeach (Reserve) v RyeBonbeach Reserve

THE Sharks had an easy win over the Kangas.

Picture: Paul Churcher

FRANKSTON YCW got the better of Red Hill. Picture: Craig Barrett

FRANKSTON TIMES scoreboard

Grimshaw coup for Seagulls

SOCCER

By Craig MacKenzie

MORNINGTON expects ex-Manchester United

midfielder Liam Grimshaw to arrive this week.

The 30-year-old came through youth ranks at United before signing a professional contract with the English giant in 2013.

He signed for Preston North End in 2016 and the following year joined Motherwell where he made 101 appearances before joining Morton for the 2022-23 season.

He was on the move again the following season and made 33 appearances for Dundee United.

The Seagulls were alerted to his availability through assistant coach Nathan Peel and have been speaking to Grimshaw for the past fortnight.

“He’s got some pedigree,” Mornington head coach Adam Jamieson said.

Grimshaw will slot straight into a midfield berth as Jay Davies joined Langwarrin last week.

Mornington faltered in its drive for promotion when going down 3-2 at home to South Springvale on Saturday.

James Kelly scored both of Mornington’s goals on a substandard playing surface at Dallas Brooks Park.

“Our ground is in a terrible condition right now and it probably cost us (against South Springvale),” Jamieson said.

“We have to do something about this over the next few days.”

Former Dandenong Thunder striker Brayden Mann made a late substitute appearance for the Seagulls.

It was Mann’s first match back after a lengthy period on the sidelines due to a hip injury.

As we went to press Mornington was expecting to finalise negotiations with central defender Matt Hennessey from Bentleigh Greens. He has also been on the books of Melbourne Victory, Hume City, Pascoe Vale, Bulleen and Dandenong City.

Ryan Paczkowski has returned to England for family reasons.

In VPL1 Langwarrin won 5-2 at home against Northcote City on Friday night.

Langy got off to a flyer thanks to a Brad Blumenthal back-post header in the 5th minute and went 2-0 up in the 42nd minute when a Blumenthal cross wasn’t cleared and Ryo Takahashi’s deflected shot gave Northcote keeper Ahmad Taleb no chance.

Two minutes later a Takahashi pass was intercepted by Sam Warde who skipped past Rogan McGeorge then hammered a lot shot past Langy keeper James Burgess from just outside the box.

But Takahashi restored the home side’s twogoal lead in the 60th minute when a long throw wasn’t cleared and he swivelled and struck a firm shot that beat Taleb at the keeper’s near post.

Seven minutes later it was 3-2 after Alun Webb was tripped inside the area and Devin O’Hea converted from the spot.

In the 71st minute Archie Macphee was on target from close range following a series of headers in and around the Northcote area and seven minutes later substitute Tom Youngs put the visitors out of their misery with a superb finish from the left of the box.

Langy youngster Mark Deacon made his full senior debut and was impressive while 18-yearold Dylan Street made his senior bow off the bench in the second half.

Street joined the under-19s this year from Glen Eira.

Experienced midfielder Davies came off the bench late in the game.

“After hearing that he had left Mornington last week I spoke to him about coming in and joining the squad as I felt we needed some more experience for the back end of the season,” head coach Jamie Skelly said.

Langwarrin has now amassed 13 out of a possible 15 points from the last five games.

In State 2 news Skye United and Peninsula Strikers both enjoyed home wins last weekend.

Skye downed Noble Park United 4-2 while Strikers beat Mooroolbark 2-0.

Skye was looking to bounce back from successive 1-0 losses and took the lead in the 38th

minute when Marcus Collier bundled the ball over the line from a corner.

Mitch Blake was introduced at half-time and took two minutes to make an impact when he finished off a Shameit Sharma square ball after a well-worked move.

Minutes later it was 3-0 as Nhan Than converted from the spot after Varmah Mgoneh was brought down.

The visitors clawed their way back into the contest after a penalty from Paul McEvoy and a deflected free-kick from Alex Vranesevic but with 10 minutes to go Blake sealed the three points with a smart turn and finish inside the area.

Strikers’ success came after a strong secondhalf display which produced both goals.

In the 58th minute Campbell Steedman’s cross was superbly headed into the far corner by Sam Maggs who could have made it 2-0 two minutes later but his low shot was well saved by Mooroolbark keeper Vlad Velikin.

Second half sub Matt Harrington doubled the lead in the 81st minute.

Wayne Gordon found Riley Anderton whose first-time touch put Harrington through and he coolly slotted home on the half volley to seal the three points.

In State 4 news Chelsea found Lyndale United a difficult opponent at Edithvale Recreation Reserve on Saturday but prevailed 2-1 to maintain its promotion battle with Endeavour United.

James Stinson equalised from the penalty spot in the 75th minute and substitute Cole Ryan nabbed the winner in injury time.

Rosebud took another three points in its search for a top-six finish with a dominant display in a 3-1 away win over Noble Hurricanes last weekend.

The visitors took the lead in the 7th minute when Kori Weetch found the fine run of Barney Johnson and he displayed excellent composure to slot neatly past Hurricanes keeper Elvis Alimovski.

Rosebud made it 2-0 in the 65th minute with another well worked move finished by Ashton McMahon and five minutes later it was 3-0.

Weetch again was the provider playing in Connor Wharton for the finish.

Hurricanes pulled back a consolation goal with a high looping header that dropped in at the far post but the visitors had no problem seeing out the remainder of the contest.

Somerville Eagles have a Marcus Anastasiou goal to thank for a share of the spoils in Saturday’s 1-1 home draw with Monash University.

Somerville remains in the top six but only just with Baxter now snapping at its heels.

Baxter won 2-1 at home to Sandown Lions on Saturday.

The local side had been busy in the week leading up to the clash and had signed Jai Power and Cody Storton-French from Strikers while Dan Bancroft had returned to Mount Martha.

Baxter took a 1-0 lead into the half-time break thanks to a well-placed half-volley from Charlie O’Connell.

The lead should have been greater with Power and O’Connell both being denied by the cross-

bar.

The visitors levelled 20 minutes into the second half.

An Aiden McKenna challenge saw the referee point to the spot.

Abraham Koul’s conversion attempt struck the bar and was cleared but the ensuing corner was spilled by Baxter keeper Chris Marshall and Kuol tapped it in.

Shortly after Sandown’s Ahmed Abdulkadir was sent off following a clash with O’Connell and despite Baxter’s pressure it looked as if a draw was inevitable.

That was until the final minute of normal time when a misplaced Austin Sporys shot fell to Kyle Eichenberger whose first-time strike proved decisive.

On Friday night Frankston Pines lost 3-1 away to Springvale City with Davey Jones scoring for Pines.

Springvale’s Brodie McMinimee and Pines’ Aloysio Ferreira Neto were both sent off in the second half.

There’s been no official announcement from Pines but Mauricio Perez is the head coach and has signed a few players from former club Greater Dandenong.

In State 5 Mount Eliza continues to snap at the heels of ladder leader Fortuna 60 and despite head coach Gerry McDonagh’s concerns over his squad’s depth the local outfit is a firm favourite to finish in a top-two spot and retain its league status.

Saturday’s 4-1 home win over Aspendale was due to a dominant second-half display.

The sides were locked at 1-1 at half-time with a superb free-kick from Mount Eliza’s Austin Mcewen cancelled out by a Jared Kilmartin equaliser in the 30th minute.

A minute into the second half a Harris Battison corner wasn’t cleared and Mcewen hit the target from the edge of the area.

He completed his hat-trick in the 80th minute by converting from the spot after a handball infringement.

Mount Eliza wrapped up proceedings five minutes later when substitute Troy BuchananFerguson’s first touch was a header from a Jackson Tossavainen corner that rounded off the scoreline.

Seaford United drew 1-1 at home to Casey Panthers on Saturday.

Seaford dominated play but a stubborn Panthers and a brilliant keeping performance from Quinn Carter kept the home side at bay.

Seaford led at the break thanks to a goal of the year contender from Zain Ahmad.

In the 36th minute Luke Murray broke down the left and flicked the ball over his opponent’s head then volleyed his cross to Ahmad whose stunning bicycle kick found the top corner of goal.

Casey hit back in the 56th minute when Lucas Whiteside was given a free header from a corner and made it count.

The result gives Seaford a mountain to climb to grab a top two finish that would ensure its State 5 status for next season.

Mount Martha remains near the foot of the table following Saturday’s 2-1 home loss to Endeavour Hills Fire.

The home side was 2-0 down when an Archie Thomas second-half header completed the scoreline.

NEXT WEEKEND

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