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Prepare early for survival. Danger lies in the healthy grass growth fed by spring rains, says CFA Assistant Chief Officer for the South East Region Trevor Owen. The lush, tall grasslands are expected to quickly dry out to a fire hazard within a few weeks, Mr Owen said. Residents hit by the devastating Bunyip State Park fires in March will be particularly nervous. The fuel loads remain high in surrounding forest at Maryknoll, Garfield and Bunyip. Even in suburban areas, parks and reserves carry high fuel loads of trees, shrubs and grass. “Being prepared” is again the

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key advice. Preparation, such as cutting back shrubs and trees to allow clear gate access for fire trucks, needs to happen now, not on the day of the fire. Also remember

“What’s more important is your life.” to remove mulch from around the base of homes, maintain sprinklers and water pumps in working order, get appropriate hoses and remove leaves from roof gutters. Don’t expect fireys to save your property - especially in a high

fire-risk area on a severely hot day, Mr Owen says. “You can’t expect firefighters and volunteers to put themselves in danger to protect a property that they are unlikely to save anyway. “Last season, people’s assumptions were that we would. “People need to accept responsibility and do what they can to protect themselves, not assume that a fire truck will be there.” As hard as it is, Mr Owen says the best decision may be to leave earlier in the day and to accept your property might be destroyed.

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New mayor gets luck of the draw Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au FRANKSTON Council has chosen their new mayor by drawing a piece of paper from a bowl. Cr Sandra Mayer was elected as mayor of Frankston on Thursday, 7 November. Cr Quinn McCormack also put her hand up for the role, with votes for the two councillors split 4-4. A ballot was then held, with Cr

McCormack drawing a piece of paper which read ‘defeated” from a bowl. This confirmed that Cr Mayer would occupy the mayor’s chair for her third stint in the top job. Had Cr McCormack been elected, it would have been her first time as mayor. Crs Colin Hampton, Brian Cunial, and Lillian O’Connor voted to make Cr Mayer the mayor, while Crs Glenn Aitken, Kris Bolam, and Michael O’Reilly supported Cr McCormack.

Cr Steve Toms is serving a suspension and was not present. Cr Mayer said protecting the environment would be a focus during her term as mayor. “Environmental issues are a priority of mine. I’ve been extremely vocal about this during my time on council, and recently went on the record saying we are in a climate change emergency,” she said. “I’ll continue advocating in the chambers to find innovative ways to tackle local envi-

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Donations accepted under tree Free courses Herbicide THE Giving Tree has been put up at Frankston Library, with visitors invited to put gifts under it to be donated to disadvantaged kids. Frankston Life Community CEO Mark Whitby said “Christmas is an important time of the year to think about those less fortunate in our community.” “For many in our community Christmas isn’t a happy time. The joy of giving, the joy of receiving, and especially the joy of sharing is what being part of a community is all about,” he said.

The giving tree is a joint effort by Frankston Life Community and council. The gifts under the tree will be handed out at Frankston Life Community’s Christmas lunch for disadvantaged families. “The Frankston Life Community Christmas lunches are especially meaningful to the many volunteers who give their time on the day,” Mr Whitby said. “It is an opportunity to serve members of our community who are often overlooked by the general population.”

The lunch is expected to host 400 guests, and is run with the help of over 100 volunteers. Unwrapped gifts worth $20 or less can be placed under the tree until 20 December. The Christmas Lunch will be held on Christmas day at the Frankston Arts Centre. More information at frankston.life/community Christmas spirit: Frankston Library staff Vanessa, Sabine, and Marnie at the Giving Tree. Picture: Supplied

for education ban spreads FRANKSTON TAFE will soon offer free early childhood education courses. Starting from 2020, the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care will be tuition free for eligible students. Carrum MP and parliamentary secretary for early childhood education Sonya Kilkenny said that since January, 36,000 students statewide had started free TAFE courses. “As we start the roll out of funded three year old kindergartens across Victoria, our biggest reform in early childhood education ever, now is the perfect time for anyone considering working in kinders or childcare to enrol in our TAFEs and take up the opportunity of becoming qualified in early childhood education without the worry of tuition fees,” she said. More information at skills.vic.gov. au/victorianskillsgateway Brodie Cowburn

Naturalists’ meeting set THE next meeting of the Peninsula Field Naturalists will be on 13 November. The club brings together people passionate about the environment. Member Judy Smart will speak at the meeting about Tasmania’s Overland Track. 16 High St Frankston, 8pm 13 November. Ring Judy on 0400 910 941 for more information.

KINGSTON Council has agreed to phase out the use of the herbicide glyphosate. Council voted on 28 October to “immediately reduce the use of glyphosate through improved practices and use of alternate products and continue to reduce glyphosate through contract renewal processes phasing out completely by 2020, where contractually possible” and to “determine that no further contracts or agreements are to occur where glyphosate is being used.” The motion agreed to by councillors read that council will “cease the use of Local Safe to control weeds in council’s playgrounds, and in areas where Local Safe has been used, glyphosate will not be used.” They also voted to “commence using social enterprise organisations to undertake hand weeding in council’s playgrounds” and to “continue to monitor advice from government regulatory reviews and advice from Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority.” The move follows a similar call made by neighbouring Frankston Council, who voted to ban the use of the herbicide by staff and contractors starting from 1 July 2020. Frankston councillor Glenn Aitken said “probably the key to the whole issue is the $2 billion lawsuit in America that was awarded, and I understand that has now passed through three trials and been affirmed.” “We can’t ignore this issue any longer,” he said.

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Seaford lovers walk the walk ALL things Seaford will be celebrated at the Stories of Seaford Walk and Talk event on 16 November. The Love Where You Live working group will host the event. Walking tours through Seaford, a barbecue, face painting, stalls, demonstrations, and live music will be there to enjoy on the day. Working group member Karen Doyle said “We love where we live

and want to share our beautiful community, from Belvedere to the beach, with others. The Stories of Seaford day will give you a chance to connect with the amazing groups and people who make it a friendly place to live. It will be a lot of fun.” The first walk starts at the Seaford Community Centre with the Kananook Creek Association. The second begins at Downs Estate, and

the Suburban Soul Walk with the Belvedere Community Centre team begins in Belvedere. All walks kick off at midday. The walks all meet at Seaford Community Centre at 1pm to continue the festivities. MEMBERS of the Love Where You Live working group prepare for their event in Seaford this week. Picture: Supplied

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Outgoing mayor reflects on busy year Continued from Page 1 In her address to council prior to the vote, Cr McCormack said “given that the mayor is first among equals, my demonstrated collegiate approach and ability to take everyone with me will be an asset for council.” “I have in my term in council introduced community strengthening programs such as the first ever reconciliation action plan, the inaugural policy to ensure gender equity is a strategy for this council, and I have also ensured we have policies that ensure good governance for this council,” she said. After the draw was held, Cr McCormack told the mayor “I hope to see a lot more collegiality from you, given half of council didn’t actually know that your were intending to nominate for the mayoralty. It would have been nice if that was on the table for everybody.” “I’m looking forward to working with you in this role, let’s have a great year but let’s make it really collegiate,” she said. Cr Hampton said “I know you will do the position of mayor well, you’re trustworthy, you keep your word, and you are very close to your community. That is the very essence of a councillor.” Cr Mayer takes over the role from Cr Michael O’Reilly. The new mayor paid tribute to the outgoing mayor and said “you’ve done an outstanding job of getting out there and promoting the good stories all around Frankston.”

Term finished: Former mayor Michael O’Reilly after his election last year. Picture: Supplied

Cr O’Reilly’s stint as mayor proved eventful, overlapping a state election and a federal election. In that time, former CEO Dennis Hovenden was also replaced, and the ratepayer funded municipal monitor finished up at council. When Cr O’Reilly was elected mayor, council had outlined four projects as part of the Future Frankston initiative that they would try to advocate for state and federal funding for. An attempt at securing matching $8 million funding commitments from state and federal government for a near $30 million redevelopment of

Centenary Park came up short, and council eventually decide to move ahead with a revised $4.2 million redevelopment of the facility. Extra federal funding for revamped facilities at Jubilee Park also was not secured, with council agreeing in October to put in an extra $9.74 million of ratepayer money to fully fund the project. Council also lobbied state and federal governments to tip in over $8 million each for a new home for the Coast Guard at Oliver’s Hill. When those lobbying attempts failed, council voted to withdraw their $8 million

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in funding for the project and instead focus on moving the Coast Guard into the Yacht Club building. Council also advocated for the extension of the Frankston railway line. While the federal government have committed over $200 million towards the project, the state government is yet to make a funding promise. A business case into the proposed extension to Baxter was finalised last month, and is currently in the hands of the federal government. Reflecting on his mayoral stint, Cr O’Reilly said “as mayor you see where people’s rates go, and you’re

quite shocked at how many services, community centres, sporting infrastructures, how many people that the money goes to and benefits. Anyone who says that local council just collects the rubbish, that is rubbish.” “As far as my year goes, it’s been a fantastic year. We’ve seen one of the biggest deliveries of infrastructure spending that we’ve ever seen. We’ve had some major wins, like the Jubilee Park stadium with its six new netball and basketball courts, indoor cricket facilities, at a cost of $35 million dollars ticked off a month ago. We were also able to successfully move the Frankston Tennis Club to Centenary Park, a 128-year-old club saved.” Cr Bolam congratulated the outgoing mayor, saying that “the municipal monitor hasn’t released her report yet, but from all indications I think it’s looking good and you’ve played a big part in that. You had a really difficult year in letting one CEO go and conversely appointing what seems to be so far a great CEO.” Cr McCormack said “you showed other mayors what collegiality means, you were able to bridge the divide and work with every councillor without fail, and that’s an incredibly impressive task.” Cr Cunial said “I know it’s been a really tough year because of the makeup of the council, I think you’ve done splendidly.” The vote for deputy mayor was also split. Crs Colin Hampton and Cr Glenn Aitken both nominated, and Cr Hampton was successful in the ballot.

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Murder charge A MAN has been charged with the alleged murder of a man in Dandenong in March of this year. On 7 November, police executed search warrants in Seaford, Hampton Park, Hallam, Dandenong, Endeavour Hills, Deer Park, and Narre Warren South as part of their investigation into the alleged murder. They arrested two people, and charged a 25-year-old man with one count of murder and firearms offences. The charges date back to 3 March, when 51-year-old Mitat Rasimi was found by police in a car, unresponsive with gunshot wounds. A 26-year-old Hallam man was also arrested, but released without charge. The man charged with murder faced Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 7 November. Anyone with any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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Armed robbery POLICE are investigating an armed robbery that occurred in Mentone on 4 October. Transit Crime Investigation Unit detectives were told that a man had asked the victim to use their phone to make a call, around 7.30pm on Como Parade. The victim was allegedly threatened with what police called a “conducted energy device” when they asked for the man to return the phone. Police have released an image (below) of a man they wish to speak to in relation to the armed robbery. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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Bike riders put on notice POLICE have begun a renewed push to stop monkey bike riders in Frankston North and Carrum Downs. Monkey bike riding and hooning in areas such as the Pines Flora and Fauna Reserve have caused police to put out a renewed call for information that might lead to arrests. “Police would desperately love to prevent another serious injury or death in relation to these motorcycles. We don’t need to lose another

innocent person to this dangerous behaviour,” a police spokesperson said. “Police are appealing for any information relating to these activities, photos/dashcam/ CCTV as well as where these bikes are coming and going from. They live somewhere and their neighbours and family know something. Anonymous reports are welcome.” Information to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au

A MAN has been arrested in Patterson Lakes, accused of stealing nine cars in a Doncaster burglary. The 41-year-old Dromana man allegedly committed the burglaries on 24 October. He was arrested at a Rhode Island address on 31 October and charged with 11 offences including burglary and theft. A 43-year-old Dandenong man was also charged with theft after he was seen in one of the allegedly stolen cars at Patterson Lakes. He was bailed to appear at the Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 11 December . Police have recovered four cars, but five are still outstanding. A 2019 blue Subaru Forester, a 2019 red Subaru Forester, a 2019 silver Subaru Impreza, a 2016 black Ford Ranger, and a white 2013 Mercedes M Class are yet to be recovered. The outstanding cars had the registrations

Road operation over cup week FRANKSTON and Carrum Downs police helped to implement a five day road safety operation last week. The operation ran from 1 November to 5 November. Statewide, 10,900 traffic offences and 925 criminal offences were detected. 4200 were caught speeding, 662 on their phones, over 1000 were caught driving in unregistered cars, and just under 400 were found to be driving unlicensed. 250 drink drivers and 271 drug drivers were caught by police over a five day period. Road Policing Command Assistant Commissioner Stephen Leane said “we shouldn’t have to remind people of the dangers of drink and drug driv-

ing, not wearing seatbelts, of using your phone while driving, yet here we are again seeing people blatantly disregarding the law.” “Operation Furlong may now be over but enforcement doesn’t stop; until the message sinks in, our officers will continue breath and drug testing drivers and speed-checking vehicles to keep our roads safe,” he said. “Sadly, two people also lost their lives during the operation in separate incidents in Moorooduc and Werribee South. Our thoughts go out to those families at what will undoubtedly be a difficult time and unfortunately one they will associate with the Melbourne Cup for years to come. “No one deserves to lose a loved one

in these circumstances and we need everyone to play their part in keeping our roads safe.”

Directing traffic: Acting Sergeant Raj Harma from Somerville Highway Patrol at a breath testing site on Nepean Highway, Frankston. Picture: Supplied

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A SERVICE to honour the memory of Constable Angela Taylor will be held at Mornington police station this week. A plaque dedicated to Constable Taylor will be mounted beside an Angela Taylor rosebush during the service, Wednesday 13 November. Constable Taylor’s family and friends, the Blue Ribbon Foundation, and local police and senior police officers will gather to celebrate Constable Taylor’s life and recognise her service to the community. Constable Taylor was the first policewoman in Australia to be murdered on duty when a car bomb was detonated in front of the Russell Street police headquarters on Easter Thursday, 27 March 1986. She suffered what would become fatal injuries and died 24 days later on 20 April 1986. She was only 21. Senior Sergeant Natalie Dollard said officers from Southern Metro Division 4 raised the funds for the plaque over the past year. “We wanted to formally recognise the Angela Taylor rosebush at the Mornington police station and ensure that its significance was understood,” Senior Sergeant Dollard said. “Constable Taylor’s memory lives on and has done at Mornington police station since 2002 when retired police veteran Sergeant Neil Fortune planted one of the original roses at the front of the station. “This Angela Taylor Rose continues to flourish all these years later at the base of the flagpole. “The rose is currently in full bloom and is ready for the ceremony next week.”

Column cut out: A column penned by Frankston councillor Glenn Aitken was omitted (inset) from the Frankston City News. Pic: Gary Sissons

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Contentious column published A COLUMN originally banned from Frankston Council’s ratepayer funded newsletter has been published in their November/December edition. Cr Glenn Aitken had a column criticising the code of conduct banned from the Frankston City News earlier in the year. A vote at a public council meeting in September confirmed that the column would be published. The column reads that “far too often, in all levels of government, elected members unforgivably lose touch with reality and adopt a snarling or highly superior attitude, ultimately failing the people they were elected by. This is precisely why, successive opinion polls have demonstrated politicians are held in low public esteem.” “I have seen appalling conduct at both open and closed meetings. It is

also fair to say, I have had the pleasure to see courage, tenacity and compassion,” Cr Aitken wrote. In addressing council’s code of conduct, Cr Aitken wrote that is can be a “toxic product” if put to “bad purpose.” “Whilst the intent is good and there are benefits about its purpose, misused, it can become, figuratively, a wild and fearful forest of shadows and growling creatures; a kind of jungle, infested with insidious vines, far-reaching tentacles, that to even be touched by are gravely injurious to one’s well being,” he wrote. “Put to bad purpose, the code of conduct is absolutely toxic. It sadly can be manipulated and is already, I think, a document in desperate need of review and reform.”

Stepping up to summer safety MORNINGTON Peninsula police and the water police are stepping up their campaign to make our bays safer and reduce the number of marine safety incidents this summer. Acting Sergeant Steve Drew said “local police attended an increased number of drownings or near drownings last summer with many involving visitors to the area who didn’t appear to have a full understanding or appreciation of how treacherous the water can be on our local back-beaches. “This is particularly so on days with off-shore northerly winds and two-plus-metre swells, when the ocean looks completely flat between sets of waves. “Even on days with small swells,

larger ‘double-up’ waves are very common. They are good for the local surfers, but very dangerous for anyone walking along the edge of the rocks.” Acting Sergeant Drew warns parents not to drop their guard on beaches. “Please ensure you’re actively supervising your children in any water at all times,” he said. “Don’t expect anyone else to watch over your kids, and don’t get distracted using your mobile phones or chatting to others.” Leading Senior Constable Steve Carter, from the Water Police, advises boat owners that those aged 10 and under on boats “must be wearing their lifejackets at all times”. “Water police will be working hard

this summer to ensure all boat users are complying with all safety requirements,” he said. “I strongly recommend boaters to familiarise themselves with the Victorian Recreational Boating Safety Handbook, which is free and also online.”

Summer safety: Leading Senior Constable Stephen Carter and Acting Sergeant Steve Drew. Picture: Gary Sissons

Vehicles face airbag registration ban SPONSORED CONTENT HE Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries is urgently appealing to all car owners to check if their vehicle has a faulty Takata airbag. Failure to do so may result in more owners having their vehicle deregistered. FCAI Chief Executive Tony Weber said state and territory government traffic authorities were considering the deregistration of more vehicles fitted with faulty Alpha and critical airbags where owners had ignored repeated requests to have their vehicle airbags replaced. Car owners can avoid the potential deregistration of these vehicles by having the faulty airbags, which could result in the death or serious injury of vehicle drivers and passengers, replaced as soon as possible.

"Nobody wants to see car owners inconvenienced by having their vehicles deregistered, but it seems it is the only way we can convince some unresponsive owners to allow us to fix their cars," Mr Weber said. "This is a last resort action to ensure we track down owners of vehicles with Alpha and critical airbags who have ignored multiple appeals from manufacturers and government agencies." The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission recently announced that nearly 20,000 additional vehicles already under recall for faulty Takata airbags have now been reclassified by manufacturers as "critical." The critical classification places the vehicles in a high-risk category alongside Alpha-equipped vehicles. "The ACCC has warned vehicles fitted

with airbags listed as critical should not be driven and the FCAI strongly agrees with that warning," Mr Weber said. In Australia, one death and one serious injury associated with faulty Takata airbags have been recorded. At September 30, 2019 Australian car manufacturers have rectified faulty Takata airbags in more than 2.46 million vehicles, but there were 373,886 vehicles still subject to the national recall. These vehicles are located throughout Australia, particularly in outer capital-city suburbs and in regional and rural areas. To check if your vehicle is affected go to www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au and enter your vehicle's registration and state or territory, or text TAKATA to 0487 AIRBAG (247 224). ■ This is sponsored content for Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries.

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Meet Santa from 30th November 2019

Santa’s Place on the Peninsula is really leaving After nearly 20 years, Santa’s Place really is leaving Moorooduc. Santa’s Place has grown over the years to become a tradition for families at Christmas time to come in, relax, and check out the array of new season products from traditional, colourful and unusual. A ride on the tractor to choose a Christmas Tree is always a hit with the children. Santa’s Place has seen many well-known families from all walks of life as well as “Christmas Tragics” who just love everything Christmas. A few “scrooges” have also been dragged in to just sit in the coffee shop and enjoy the “serenity” of it all while their other halves shop (often sneaking a bit extra in their bags).

Santa’s Place can’t thank our regulars enough, some who have travelled from overseas, interstate and country areas every year. Your loyalty is greatly appreciated. We have seen a lot of tears since announcing our closure with people telling us they have been customers since we first opened, and remind us of things like our little fibreoptic and lighting room upstairs when fibre-optics were the new thing.

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Don’t miss the opportunity to visit us here at Moorooduc for the Christmas Shop’s last season. Christmas trees will still be available in 2020, when a tractor ride will take you around for your last photo opportunity.

Be sure to leave your emails so we can let you know what is happening and also let you know our new location for the Christmas shop.

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Don’t miss the all new, fun-filled Rosebud Foreshore Rockfest! Rosebud Foreshore Rockfest is held over three days, from the 15 – 17 of November 2019. The festival is a fun celebration of all things of the 50’s and 60’s including; classic cars and hot rods, rock’n’roll music and dancing, rockabilly bands, along with retro clothing markets much more! In its fourth year, the Rosebud Foreshore Rockfest is bigger and better than ever! Aussie Legend Tops The Bill To Open Rosebud Rockfest He’s an Australian entertainment legend, stage performer, a Vietnam veteran too. He’s Normie Rowe and between 1965 and 1967 was unquestionably the biggest male pop star in Australia. His presence generated mass-hysteria wherever he appeared and for two years he reigned supreme as Australia’s first King of Pop. Supported by his backing band The Playboys, Normie cut a string of classic beat singles that kept him at the top of charts and made him the most popular Australian solo singer of the 60’s with hits Que Sera Sera, Shakin’ All Over as the top-selling Australian single of the 1960s and remains one of the biggest-selling Australia recordings of all time. His other hits include It Ain’t Necessarily So, I who Have Nothing, I Just Don’t Understand, Ooh La La and It’s Not Easy. One of the highlights of his career was his appointment as a Member of The Order of Australia (AM) for his services to Vietnam veterans, the entertainment industry and the community. For a unique and candid meet and greet Normie Rowe experience he will taking part in a televised interview at The Rosebud RSL. He’ll be talking about his music experiences, the Vietnam War and more. It’s all part of the Rosebud Foreshore Rockfest on Friday 15 November at 2.30pm when Afternoon Tea will be served and Normie will be joined by The Star, Ross D Wyllie and me. The cost is just $10 and all monies go to Normie’s Soldier On charity. Bookings can be made by

calling the Rosebud RSL on 59861066. Your Rock’n’roll long weekend kicks off ON FRIDAY NIGHT with the official launch of the Rosebud Foreshore Rockfest - with live bands under the Big Top Marquee located on the Rosebud Carnival site, with special guest performer Normie Rowe and The Playboys performing in the Rockfest Marquee on Friday 15 November. Take part in the Elvis Beach Party on Friday night on the Village Green from 7pm, with the 14-piece Elvis Big Band complete with hula dancers, followed by a double screening of Elvis movies at the Outdoor Cinema – ‘Girls Girls Girls’ and ‘Viva Las Vegas’. Rockfest Readies For Saturday Family Fun Saturday is Family Day where there’s something on offer for everyone, young and old at the Rosebud Foreshore Rockfest. Cars, bands, shows, competitions, food trucks, stalls and more is on offer throughout the day and night at the festival, held from 15-17 November. Thousands of visitors are expected to join in the great variety of events and activities, all thoughtfully created to appeal to all visitors, car enthusiasts and Rock ‘n Rollers alike. From 9.30am to 3pm Rosebud’s main strip rocks on with free Main Street family entertainment

including internationally acclaimed Elvis Tribute Performer Mike Cole who will be All Shook Up when he struts his stuff performing all things Elvis. Show up dressed up at Top Fun and get a FREE game of mini golf - offer valid all weekend!

the hundreds of cars already registered. And this year we also have three fabulous cars from the TV series Dukes of Hazzard that will lead the parade.” she said. Saturday Night Fever rocks on at the Big Top, Marquee dance groups from all over are geared to dance the night away with some great bands including Honky Tonk Rockers, Moonlighters, Skooterz, and the Village Green Rockfest Beach Party with The Detonators, Fandango, The Nomads and Itchy Fingers.

From 11am the kiddies can learn Rock’n’Roll moves and grooves at the Peninsula School of Dance Classes and can check out Carnival rides and Back to the 60’s vintage games including quoits, skittles, Giant Dominoes, Giant Jenga, sack races and Corn Holes. Take a pic in the Barbie Car and stand, visit the Lemonade stand, Animal Farm and for Mum and Dad there’s a Wine and Beer Garden.

And of course there’s a number of food trucks, stalls and licensed outlets open day and night. Stay Cool On Sunday

Organisers have arranged for part of Point Nepean Road to be closed for what is bound to be one of the festival’s most popular attractions, the Saturday Night Super Cruise.

Continue to enjoy the Rock’n’roll classic and retro market stalls, onsite food trucks and outstanding performances by Rock’n’roll musicians throughout the Village Green and under the Marquee. The Rosebud Primary School will be holding its fresh food market stalls from 7am, where you can enjoy more music and street entertainment.

From 7pm to 9.30pm hundreds of vintage, classic and rare cars, Hot Rods and motorbikes will rev up and cruise their much-loved treasures along the closed off stretch for several kilometres from Jetty Road to Boneo Road. Rockfest Poster Girl Sandi Horne says the cruise is the number one Rockfest highlight. “It’s right up there with the Cooly Rocks On! festival on the Gold Coast. Sandi said. “ I reckon the Rosebud Saturday Night Cruise might go one better with

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LUXURIOUS COASTAL RETREAT WITH BAY VIEWS EXPERTLY designed and crafted to complement this sought-after beach side setting, this substantial residence combines classic elegance and contemporary style to create a resortlike retreat that exudes sophistication, luxury and style. The downstairs zone comprises a central lounge room with an entertaining deck and the bedroom wing branching off on either side. Two bedrooms have built-in robes and share the renovated bathroom whilst a smaller study could be a fourth bedroom if required. The air-conditioned living room has plenty of built-in shelving and from here you can step out to the undercover alfresco deck which features a handy outdoor shower for washing off the sand at the end of a fun-filled day down at the nearby beach. Up the timber stairs and the vast first floor awaits with an enormous family zone, resplendent with handsome timber floors, incorporating a sunny lounge room and a spacious dining area that would comfortably seat ten. The impressive kitchen has a great amount of storage space including a walk-in pantry and quality appliances include a Kleenmaid oven and a Bosch dishwasher. The stainless-steel bench tops add a very sleek and stylish finish to what is an exceptional kitchen. Opening from the dining area is a wonderful balcony that affords a pleasant view across the rural landscape to Westernport Bay. Rounding out the sunny and spacious first floor is the master bedroom with air-conditioning and a walk-in-robe. An upstairs bathroom has also been updated with a double shower. Externally, the home has a low maintenance facade which blends well with the coastal aesthetics, the landscaped block measures just 610 square metres and from the street there is a double garage with power connected and extra storage room.n

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NEWS DESK

Helping hand to beat loneliness

CAST members of Hairspray Jr, performed by Peninsula Grammar. Picture: Supplied

Students set for show PENINSULA Grammar’s production of Hairspray JR is filled with laughter, romance and tuneful songs. Adapted from the Broadway production that won eight Tony Awards, Hairspray JR - presented by the school’s Middle Years students - is a bold musical about one girl’s dream to dance and change the world. It’s a show that celebrates diversity

as it follows the story of spunky, plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, who has one big dream – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show”. When she finally gets her shot, she’s transformed from social outcast to sudden star. In balancing her newfound power with her desire for justice, Tracy fights to dethrone the reigning Miss Teen Hairspray, Amber

von Tussle. With the help of her outsized mom, Edna, and guest DJ, Motormouth Maybelle, the rhythm of Tracy’s new beat just might prove unstoppable. Don’t miss this family-friendly musical at the George Jenkins Theatre, Frankston, from November 13 – 15. For tickets, visit www.peninsulagrammar.vic.edu.au

By David Corduff THE Connecting Communities forum attracted more than 200 people to the Peninsula Community Theatre, Thursday 31 October, and the feedback has been “very positive”. Run by Peninsula Voice the forum sought to tackle issues surrounding loneliness and isolation and assess how they are affecting sufferers in the community. The Mornington Peninsula has the most aged demographic in Victoria. While the focus may well skew to older folk, the guest speakers emphasised that loneliness and isolation are not simply issues associated with age. People across all age groups can experience loneliness. Dr Tim Costello emphasised that as a community it is our responsibility to reach-out and offer a helping hand if we know someone is lonely. Bec Lee, of Beyond Blue, shared her thoughts on how to open a conversation with someone who may be struggling with loneliness, for whatever reason. Dr Michelle Lim supported the anecdotal evidence with statistics gleaned from a major research project she recently completed, confirming that social isolation can be debilitating. Often the individual may not be able, or indeed choose, to reach-out for the help that is available. Stigma also presents itself in the loneliness space … making it even more difficult for an individual to open up and share their situation. Part of the brief given to the speakers was to offer “tools” for attendees to take away and to put into action in a practical way within their community. This was very successfully shared with

our audience as they listened to tips they can use to break down the stigma and sensitivities confronting them. Gabrielle Gordon, of Peninsula Voice, said: “The purpose of the forum was to highlight the issue of loneliness and isolation and provide some community based solutions. We were very pleased how the forum dealt with what is a very complex topic shrouded in unnecessary stigma. It was a real testament to community working together.” Support came from about 20 community organisations, including Mornington Peninsula Shire, Rotary Clubs, Mornington Secondary College, Padua College, the Information Centre, and Mornington Botanical Rose Garden. Ms Gordon said Peninsula Voice “particularly liked the way the council got behind the event 100 per cent and had so many different representatives there on the night. It really showed that the council are working towards a more Connected Community.” Peninsula Voice is committed to offering the community opportunities to listen to selected speakers as they share information on topical issues, she said. Rev Tim Costello, scientific chair of the Australian Coalition to End Loneliness. Picture: Supplied

‘Lifeline’ for Mt Martha North beach Stephen Taylor steve@baysidenews.com.au A WELCOME about-face by the state government has thrown a lifeline to the Mt Martha North beach renourishment project. Beachgoers and members of the Mount Martha North Beach Group were jubilant last week when the government moved towards accepting Commonwealth funds to replenish sand eroded by winter storms and, possibly, erect a rock groyne to help hold the sand in place. This comes after a crowded August meeting at Mt Martha Life Saving Club at which the Department of En-

vironment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) confirmed it had accepted a recommendation to take no action to “save” the beach and that natural forces would be left unchecked. This caused Flinders MP Greg Hunt and Mornington MP David Morris, who is also the state Opposition’s environment, climate change and bay protection spokesperson, to accuse the state government of “abandoning the beach and its beach boxes”. (See MPs disagree with experts over beach’s survival The News 26/8/19). It also put the state government at odds with Mr Hunt who had committed $1.5 million in Commonwealth funds towards beach renourishment works during the highly charged May

federal election campaign. Mr Hunt said last week the state government was now indicating it was willing to “reconsider its position” and would implement the replenishment program while developing a long-term plan. “I welcome this response to the clear and overwhelming views of the community and support of the Commonwealth,” he said. A spokesperson last week said the state government was “working with officers from the Commonwealth Department of Environment and Energy on a funding agreement for the transfer of funds to Victoria”. “We will continue to work with the federal government to ensure their $1.5 million commitment gets the

best outcomes for the beach and community. “We know how important the Mount Martha North Beach area is to the local community – that’s why we asked experts to undertake a detailed analysis on how we maintain it into the future.” The spokesperson added: “At this point, no decisions have been made on how this funding will be spent.” Any new sand pumped from a nearby beach before the end of the year is intended as an interim measure before more concerted efforts, including the building of a 35-metre rock groyne, are completed by mid-2020. The groyne is expected to give the introduced sand a solid bulwark and

prevent it from being blown or washed away. This will stabilise the beach and reverse the almost total loss of sand which has undermined the beach boxes and left them sitting unsightly – and unsafe – on their stumps. Mount Martha North Beach Group chairman Alan Farquhar said the group was “very happy” with the federal and most recent state government commitments. “When [Energy, Environment and Climate Change Minister] Minister D’Ambrosio said in August that they were wiping their hands of the project we never accepted that that was the end point,” he said. “We thought there would always be a solution.”

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100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...

Frankston football premiers entertained Compiled by Cameron McCullough ON Tuesday evening Mrs Parker, wife of Mr E. J. Parker, president of the Frankston Football Club, tendered a complimentary dinner to the premiers of the recent competition, at the Bay View Hotel. There was a representative gathering of players and members of the Club. Great care had been expended by the hostess in preparing for the occasion. The banquet hall was a blaze of color composed of flags and floral effects with an artistic blending of red and black, representing the victorious team’s colors. The Union Jack and Australian Flag appropriately occupied pride of place, and accorded perfectly with the sentiments of the guests. It is a noteworthy fact that not less than 14 players out of 18 are Returned Soldiers. Meeting on the evening of the first anniversary of the armistice gave added zest to the proceedings. The table decorations were in keeping with the other excellent appointments, and reflected great credit on these responsible for the work. Mr H. J. McCulloch occupied the chair, and he had on his right hand Mr E. J. Parker, the president, and on his left Mr W. Cain, captain of the premier team. The Chairman gave the toast of The King and the company rose, and sang The National Anthem. Mr Brierley presided at the piano. In proposing the toast of the Premier Team Mr W. W. Young said the task allotted him afforded him great

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pleasure. The winning of the premiership by the Frankston Club was a cause of extreme gratification. While members of the club and its supporters were naturally jubilant at the victory gained, the players themselves accepted their honors with becoming modesty. The Frankston team had fought a great uphill fight, and had gained the premiership by sheer merit. They had started out practically a new team, many of the players being strangers to one another. It had taken time for them to settle down and work with a system. The result of the earlier matches proved this. Their ultimate victory was therefore all the more creditable. (Cheers.) He hoped that the coming years had still further honors in store for the Frankston club. (Cheers. ) Mr. J. A. Cameron on being called up to respond received an ovation mingled with cries of “good old Joker.” He admitted that the Frankston team had justly earned his victory. His further remarks indicated that the winning of the Peninsula premiership still left the successful team a long way short of perfection. Not till the last two or three matches, he said, did Frankston play anything like competition winners. Success only came when they pulled themselves together and developed something like “system”. His advice was to call out some of the old players and make room for the young men.

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“Some of us are too old”, he rather ruefully admitted, “my idea is that the best team is a youngsters team.”–Applause. Mr W. Cain in an excellent speech, proved that football is not his only forte. As captain of the premier team he thanked the “boys” who on the field had carried for him that proud distinction. It afforded him pleasure to think of how Saturday after Saturday the boys had taken their places, regardless of injuries and other disabilities, imbued seemingly with the great idea of keeping up the standard of the team and winning. (cheers) He had to pay special tribute to his friend “Joker” Cameron, who as vice captain had made the speaker’s duties comparatively light. (Hear Hear). The speaker also thanked the committee, patrons, and all supporters of the club for the loyal support extended to the team right through. He hoped the players would continue to strive to keep football at a high standard, and that the good feeling that had prevailed right through the season would continue. They were all proud of the honors won, and he hoped the ambition of all would be to still keep the pennant waving over Frankston, (cheers.) The toast of “The Hostess” was given by Mr C. Dalman. This was not the first time Frankston had been premiers, but he believed it was the first time in the history of the club that the president’s wife had entertained the premier team. (Cheers). He believed that one of the factors

that made for the success of the team was the interest displayed by the ladies, (Applause.) The present splendid banquet would long serve to revive kindly memories of Mrs Parker in the minds of Frankston Footballers, (Cheers.) The chairman in endorsing the foregoing remarks said that in his long experience he had never seen such an excellent dinner in connection with a football function. The toast was suitably acknowledged on behalf of Mrs Parker. Other speakers included Messrs Moon, C. Willox, Egan, Verney, Murphy, Bolger and the president. The singing of Auld Lang Syne terminated a most successful evening. *** THE first motor wagon load of new potatoes left Frankston on Wednesday night for the Victorian market. They were grown at Mt Eliza by Mr. J. Bradbury, of the Fernery, Frankston, and are of the variety known as Arren Chief. *** MR. A. Sullivan, of the Frankston Boot Emporium, has purchased the boot repairing business of Mr G. Farmer, which the new proprietor will conduct on up-to-date lines, in addition to his popular Bay Street establishment. *** ON Friday evening next the recently established Frankston Grammar School purpose holding their first concert, the proceeds to be devoted to the sports and school equipment funds. Root’s beautiful cantanta “The Flower Queen” will be rendered by

the pupils under the leadership of their headmaster, Mr Austin, who himself takes the part of Recluse. The music is bright and melodious and the whole action lends itself to graceful and picturesque appearances. We confidently recommend this concert to our music loving community and predict a very successful evening. *** AT the monthly meeting of the committee of the Frankston Mechanics’ Institute, held on Monday evening, Cr. W. P. Mason, (vice president) in the chair, an application was received from Mr. E. Barrett, Secretary of the Local Committee for Repatriation, asking if one of the ante rooms attached to hall could be available as an office for Repatriation purposes. It was decided to offer the room used in connection with the court work at a nominal rental of 2s 6d per week. *** TYABB. A WELCOME HOME. A monster “Welcome Home “’ was tendered to about a dozen local lads on Friday evening last. Cr Turner occupied the chair, and presentations were made by Cr Murray. Other speakers were Capt Guy and Capt. Gates, and Capt L. G. Cole replied on behalf of the “Diggers”. A splendid programme was submitted, which was followed by a dance, and kept going until the early hours. *** FROM the pages of the Mornington Standard, 14 November 1919

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world as I knew it was rocked to its foundations as the ‘059’ system was abolished and ‘3’ was added at the front end. Once more, I rose to the challenge. At a certain point, I had a card that gave me access to the wonderful world of ATMs. It pains me to say it, but I remember when ATMs first started appearing. We were visiting friends of my father’s in Wangaratta and we watched in wide-mouthed wonder from the car as he alighted to get cash from a machine. The future had arrived and we could see it on our way to dinner at a Chinese restaurant. These miracle cards meant you had to remember another number. A PIN number was top

secret information delivered to you in special, tamper-proof paper. To open it, you had to tear along the perforated edges and unfold it as though you were about to announce the winner for Best Supporting Actress. Once this critical information had been memorized, you had to immediately and securely destroy the information by eating the paper. Or, at least, that was my preferred approach. Remembering your PIN was the most important thing in the world. Failing to do so would bring humiliation and, worse still, a trip to the branch proper where you were subject to the unique degradation that was trying to prove to a total stranger that you were, in fact, you. That

is not as easy as it sounds. After a time, it was more a matter of muscle memory than anything else and, from time to time, I was left to stare at the keys as I tried to summon up my PIN number. Now everything demands a password. Even things that, in my personal opinion, cannot truly be considered to password worthy. Want to buy a pair of socks? Log in to you customer account. Like to pay a bill? Notwithstanding the pleasure that comes from parting with your hard-earned cash just to keep the lights on, you also have to come up with a password. Preferably one that you’ll remember for longer than it takes you to type it out in the first place. Worse still, the Internet is very judgmental. Passwords can’t just be passwords. They’re evaluated in terms of whether they’re ‘weak’ or ‘strong’. To be honest, it hurts my feelings when they claim that something I’ve spent the first part of three and a half seconds concocting isn’t up to scratch. There’s no pleasing them. Sometimes, they show you a code that you have to type in, only it’s like the letters are drunk and have been dropped from a great height, because they’re hard to read. My favourite, though, is when they make you click a box that says ‘I am not a robot’. I know that only a robot would ever be stupid enough to declare that they’re not a robot, so I always leave that one blank. Passwords accumulate over time. Like t-shirts or weeds in your garden. In a perverse way, they define us. After all, when all’s said and done, we are the sum total of usernames and passwords. I’m thinking about passing them on to the next generation. I want them to enjoy them after I’ve gone. Then, when the big day finally comes and I kick the bucket, I’ll doubtless ascend to the Pearly Gates to receive my eternal reward only to discover that it’s password protected. Damnation. Literally. stuart@stuartmccullough.com Frankston Times

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Dart game: Red Hill and Mooroduc’s clash was rained out, but not before an entertaining century by Red Hill’s Simon Dart. Picture: Andrew Hurst

Rain wreaks havoc on the round but not before some impressive totals By Brodie Cowburn

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A KNOCK of 98 from Nick Jewell helped Long Island to a comfortable win over Pearcedale last weekend. Pearcedale came in to bat first in the one day clash, and finished up at 8/143 from their 40 overs. Andrew Tweddle took 4/23 to help restrict Pearcedale to a low total. With Jewell in full flight, Long Island were able to reach their target with relative ease. They claimed the win with eight wickets and 18 overs to spare. At Ditterich Reserve, a stunning century from Damien Lawrence helped Pines get a win over Main Ridge. Lawrence came in as opener, and contributed to a brilliant 172 run second wicket partnership. Pines set Main Ridge a target of 235 to chase down, and defended it well. Main Ridge were not able to score at a quick enough rate, and finished at

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4/113 at the end of 40 overs. At Bruce Park, Somerville claimed a win over Heatherhill, chasing down their total of 152 with 8 wickets in hand. Red Hill and Moorooduc’s clash ended up rained off, but not before Simon Dart managed to score an entertaining ton for the Hillmen.

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A HALF century from opening batsman Henry Dolphin has helped Crib Point to a win over Mt Martha. Mt Martha won the toss and chose to bat first. They found themselves struggling, and could only put 134 runs on the board before the expiration of their innings. Crib Point had little trouble chasing down that total, and ended up securing victory with five wickets in hand and 13 overs left to play. Delacombe Park also had similar fortune in their clash against Dromana, as they managed to chase down a total of 130 with 13 overs to play.

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Number three batsman Andrew Christides was Delacombe Park’s best, scoring a half century. Hastings’ match at home against Carrum got off to a strong start. They went in to bat first and put 192 runs on the board, with Luke Hewitt reaching a half century. Unfortunately for Hastings and Carrum, rain brought a premature end to their game. Rosebud and Seaford Tigers also didn’t get a result on a rain interrupted day.

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TYABB secured an impressive win last weekend in a rain interrupted round of Sub District cricket. Tyabb played host to Rye, and got things started with a big 91 run opening stand. Opener Michael Edwards got things started on the right foot and scored a half century. Tyabb set a total of 8/200 off their 40 overs, which would prove to be too difficult a mountain for Rye to climb.

Jordan Baldes was Rye’s best with ball in hand, taking a five wicket haul. At the end of their 40 over innings, Rye were just under 70 runs short of victory. At Peninsula Reserve, Frankston YCW nabbed the win in a low scoring clash against Carrum Downs. The Stonecats were sent in to bat first and only put 71 runs on the board before being bowled out. Faced with the difficult task of defending their small total, YCW’s bowlers were impressive. Levi McLoughlin-Dore was influential, posting career best figures of 5/13 to help restrict Carrum Downs to just 44. None of Carrum Downs top order batsman managed to reach double digit figures. Playing on the road against Boneo, Ballam Park batted first and set a decent total of 186. With the weather starting to turn, Boneo looked to make quick work of it and score quickly. In the end, the rain won out and the match was called a draw.

Tootgarook and Balnarring also couldn’t fight through the weather, and had their clash called a draw. Skye and Seaford’s match was also rained off.

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MORNINGTON played host to Baxter on Saturday in a competitive clash. Mornington were sent in to bat first, and got off on the wrong foot when they lost opener Matt Foon for a duck. They recovered well, and ended up at 7/164 at the end of their 40 overs. Baxter’s top order put on a good show in response, with Dale Irving and Daniel Warwick falling just short of their half centuries. Baxter ended up victorious, getting the win with five wickets in hand and eight overs left to bat before stumps. Mt Eliza played well and put 180 runs on the board against Langwarrin, but couldn’t get a result as rain brought an end to the day. Bad weather also stopped play between Peninsula OB and Baden Powell.

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Matt Cartwright rides first career winner HORSE RACING

By Ben Triandafillou MORNINGTON-based apprentice jockey, Matthew Cartwright, rode his first winner in just his third career race at Swan Hill on Tuesday 29 October. Hopping aboard the Dean Krongoldtrained mare Miss Inception, Cartwright sat just outside the leader before kicking clear in the straight to win under hands-and-heels riding. The stable apprentice to his mother and grandmother, Leonie Proctor and Lyn Tolson, and son of former jockey, Rikki Cartwright, the up-and-coming hoop seemed destined to follow a similar path to his family in horse racing. But to score his first win so early in his career is a feat in itself. “I was over the moon to get my first winner so early and to get the opportunity off Dean to do it was great – there’s no better feeling really,” Mattehw Cartwright said. An avid motocross rider as well, the 17-year-old eventually got hooked into horse racing from watching his father Rikki race across the state. “I’ve been around the horses my

whole life and I just got more into it over time and began to ride trackwork,” Matthew said. “Because I was light it just pushed me even more into wanting to become a jockey because I love riding horses.” Cartwright, who comfortably walks around at 49.5kg, has been riding trackwork for the past three years and now also works for Ciaron Maher and David Eustace at Caulfield every Monday and Tuesday. The hoop said he’s obviously found riding in races different to riding trackwork, but with the more experience he’s having, the more comfortable he’s feeling under race pressure. “My first ride was at Yarra Valley over 1000m and it was great – I loved every bit of it,” he said. “We jumped well and wanted to roll forward but there were a few others that also wanted to, so we got caught wide throughout, but I had a good experience and had fun out there. “I’ve made a few mistakes but just the more rides and more experience I’m having, its just helping me to improve, so hopefully we can get another win on the board sometime soon.”

First of many: Mornington-based apprentice jockey, Matthew Cartwright, lands his first career winner at Swan Hill aboard the Dean Krongold-trained Miss Inception. Picture: Supplied

Mitchell eyes Russian opponent BLAIRGOWRIE boxer Jayde Mitchell will headline the recently launched National Boxing Series in its Melbourne debut at the State Basketball Centre, Wantirna, Saturday 23 November. Promoter Lynden Hosking said he was excited to launch the series into Australia’s “boxing heartland”. “This will be the first of three events held in Melbourne over the next 12 months with other shows in the series taking place in Sydney, Brisbane and Canberra,” he said. Mitchell, a world ranked super

Ringside: Super middleweight Jayde Mitchell, of Blairgowrie, will headline the National Boxing Series this month. Picture: Supplied

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Stay informed

Facts you may not know about fire Conditions in Victoria make it one of the most bushfire-prone regions in the world, along with California and Spain. Just two weeks of hot, dry and windy weather creates potentially disastrous bushfire conditions that normal Victorian homes are not equipped to survive. At 1100Â°C, radiant heat from bushfires can kill from up to 300 metres away and cause trees to combust without touching them.

Fires can travel at 25km/h, making them impossible to outrun. A change in wind direction can alter their trajectory in seconds and they move twice as fast uphill on a slope of just 10 degrees. Burning embers can spread bushfires up to 40km ahead of the fire front, starting dangerous new spot fires in seconds. Rural grassfires can be just as dangerous as bushfires, travelling faster and starting earlier due to grass drying out more quickly.

LOW-MOD

Fires can start on any day but the higher the rating, the more unpredictable, uncontrollable and fast moving it will be.

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The Fire Danger Rating tells you how dangerous a fire would be if one started.

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Fire Danger Rating

CODE RED

When the rating reaches Extreme or above, leaving high-risk bushfire areas the night before or early in the day is your safest option. Check the Fire Danger Rating for your district daily via the VicEmergency website or app. Did you know? There have been two Extreme Fire Danger Rating days across Victoria in 2019.

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Simple steps to start planning PREPARING YOUR HOME AND PROPERTY WHO WILL DO THIS?

DONE

Clear and maintain gutter of leaves, twigs and rubbish Move flammable items like woodpiles, dead leaves and fuels away from your house Keep grass areas well-trimmed and watered. Grass should be no more than 10cm high Remove or trim shrubs and overhanging tree branches. There should be no shrubs over one metre next to or below windows

MAKING YOUR FIRE PLAN What is your trigger to enact your plan? How will you get your emergency warnings and updates? Who is likely to be at the house on weekdays? Who is likely to be at the house on weekends or holidays? Where will you go? What will you do with your pets/livestock? How will you travel there? List your alternative routes out of the area

PACK YOUR EMERGENCY KIT DONE

DONE

Protective clothing like long sleeve clothing made from natural fibres

Change of clothes

Food and water

Identification papers (e.g. photo ID, passport, insurance policies etc)

Woollen blanket

First aid kit

Medications and toiletries

Pet food, water and bedding if needed

For more tips and information speak to your local fire authority or visit vic.gov.au/knowfire

Plan. Act. Survive.

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12 November 2019