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Kiwi giant swoops on Moonah Estate NEW Zealand’s largest retirement village operator, Ryman Healthcare, has snapped up Mt Eliza’s waterfront Moonah Estate for almost $40 million, with plans to redevelop the property into a retirement village. And they are looking for help from peninsula residents to give the village a name that is in keeping with the history of the iconic site. The 8.9 ha property on Kunyung Rd, Mt Eliza was placed on the market in June in an international expressions-of-interest campaign and was expected to fetch in excess of $20 million. At the time CBRE sales assistant Bianca Butterworth said that price [$20 million] was “rather conservative given [the property’s] unique nature�. Ryman Healthcare has 30 retirement villages, mainly in New Zealand, but had been searching for suitable sites in Victoria when the property became available. Communications manager David King said the Moondah site will be a “resort-style� retirement village with indoor pools, hair and beauty salons, cafes, and movie theatres as well as care hospitals. “We name our villages after prominent people with connections to the area, for example, Weary Dunlop, Edmund Hillary, Kiri Te Kanawa, Bruce McLaren,� he said. “So we will be looking for suggestions for a
name from Mt Eliza locals�. The Mt Eliza property belonged to the Melbourne Business School, which ran business courses from the site for 59 years. Before that, it was part of the former Moondah estate built by James Grice in 1988 and owned in the late 1940s and early 1950s by the late Sir Reginald Ansett. The Times reported in July that the school was selling the 8.9 hectare Kunyung Rd property, partly due to falling interest in regionallybased business courses and a plan expand the school’s Carlton site as a “world-class centre for business education�. Ryman managing director Simon Challies said he was “excited� by the purchase. “This is an outstanding site in terms of its natural beauty and it is going to make an absolutely stunning place to live for retirees who love the peninsula,� he said . Mr Challies said the company’s research showed there was a shortage of retirement living options at Mt Eliza and on the wider Mornington Peninsula. The new village would include independent living apartments and aged care, and employ more than 100 staff. Liz Bell
Technologies for The Third Age TECHNOLOGY touches every part of our lives and can support creative and independent living. This was brought home to members of U3A (University of the Third Age) Mornington at a recent seminar at Monash University. Highly qualified speakers led the audience on a visual journey outlining advances in medical and technological responses to chronic health problem management, U3A’s Joan Yalden said. From the immediate medical response to a person who has had a heart attack on the Frankston foreshore, cardiac specialist Dr Jaime Layland described the rapid pathway of care by an expert medical and nursing team at the hospital. Ms Yalden said he “traced the evolution of cardiac care over the past century to put into perspective the leading edge treatment delivered by his highly skilled team on the Mornington Peninsula�. Computer scientist Professor Michael Georgeff, who has an extensive background in research on artificial intelligence software and e-health in the US and Australia, spoke of the advantages of the latest electronic system of health management records, such as My Health Record. Used as a digital solution to support better communication connectivity between patients and the health care team, an e-health record is a “medi-tracker in your own hands�, he said. Holding a summary of a person’s medical record, medications, pathology results and follow-up appointments, it can be accessed via iPad or mobile phone. Occupational therapist and researcher Libby
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ACTIVITY PROGRAM TERM FOUR ACCREDITED TRAINING CHILDREN’S SERVICES CERTIFICATE III IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE CHC30113 - One day per week in class for 10 months. Thursday 9.30am - 3.00pm. Starts 03/11/16 All inclusive cost: $690.00/ $650.00 Concession. FOOD SAFETY SITXFSA101 - Use hygienic practices for food safety. Cost: $90.00/ $80 Concession. FIRST AID HLTAID004 - Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting. Cost: $160.00 ($120.00 concession)
FURTHER EDUCATION READING & WRITING - This course is for people with an intellectual disability. (ACFE funded) Monday 11.30 am – 2.30 pm. Term 4 starts 03/10/16 Cost: $55.00 per term (Conc) PRE-ACCREDITED FIRST AID - This course provides the very basics in First Aid skills and knowledge. Especially suitable for those with additional learning needs. Cost: $105 for 3 sessions of 4 hours FIRST AID AWARENESS FOR BABIES - Gain the knowledge and skills to calmly and confidently respond to the most common first aid emergencies involving babies. Cost: $45.00 for one session
COMPUTER - SHORT COURSES
Expert panel: Professors Michael Georgeff and Leon Piterman, Dr Jaime Layland, Libby Calloway and U3A Mornington president Tom Jeavons.
Callaway, of Monash University, talked about technological developments that have revolutionised housing design and developments enabling people with disabilities to live in their own home. She illustrated sophisticated innovations that allow electronic control of blinds, lighting, heating or working surface levels with the touch of a finger. “Where is this technology moving us to in the future? You have guessed it – a robot in your home,� Ms Yalden said. The final seminar in the Monash/U3A Dialogue Series “Life and Happiness in Retirement� is on Friday 21 October at the Peninsula Community Theatre, Mornington. See u3amornington.com.au or call 5975 9773 for further information.
ACFE funded courses $80.00 ($72.00 concession) No classes on public or school holidays COMPUTERS FOR SENIORS - This beginner’s course is for seniors who need a gentle start to computing. Friday 9.30 am – 12.00 pm, 7 sessions - starts 21/10/16 GENTLE INTRO TO COMPUTERS - Take your first step in computing. Monday 12.30pm – 3.00 pm, 7 sessions starts 17/10/16 INTERNET and ONLINE - Next step in online banking, social media, online shopping, computer security and privacy settings. Monday 9.30 am – 12.00 pm, 7 sessions - starts 17/10/16
COMPUTER COURSES ACFE funded courses $118.00 ($95.60 concession) No classes on public or school holidays LEVEL 1 COMPUTERS The First Level provides training in practical skills such as word processing, file management, internet, and email. Thursday 9.30 am – 12.00 pm, 10 sessions - starts 13/10/16 LEVEL 2 COMPUTERS Next Level focus is on Power Point presentations, Excel, advanced MS Word. Thursday 12.30 pm – 3.00 pm, 10 sessions - starts 13/10/16 LEVEL 3 COMPUTERS More of the Learn Easy Steps Program to build on MS Office skills and use Multimedia helpful to set up a home based internet run business. Designed to suit those who have completed Levels 1 & 2. Friday 12.30 pm – 3.00 pm, 10 sessions - starts 14/10/16
COMPUTERISED ACCOUNTING MYOB LEVEL 1 - Includes Payroll. Wednesday 9.30 am – 12.00 pm, 8 sessions - starts 19/10/16. Cost:$168.00/ Conc:$145.60 (includes manual) MYOB LEVEL 2 - Pre-requisite to this class is MYOB Introduction or equivalent. Wednesday 9.30 am – 12.00 pm, 8 sessions starts 19/10/16. Cost: $188.00/ Conc: $165.60 (includes manual)
MIND, HEALTH & WELLBEING SMART PHONE WORKSHOP FOR SENIORS - An introduction to Android and iPhone basics, part of Frankston Seniors Festival. 1 Session: Friday 9.30am - 11.30am, 14/10/16. Gold coin donation. booking essential. AGE STRONG - Strength and balance program using resistance & weights, designed for older people. Wednesday or Friday mornings during school terms. Cost: $6.00 per session. In partnership with Peninsula Health. Contact 9789 7653 for eligibility details.
TAI CHI - Monday 11.00 am – 12.30 pm, 10 sessions. Starts 03/10/16. Cost/ $99.00 YOGA - Tuesday 6.00 pm - 7.30 pm, Thursday 7.00pm - 8.30pm, school terms. Contact Jo: 0437 471 968 KID’S KUNG FU and ADULT KICK BOXING Classes for adults, adolescents and children. Monday & Thursday 6.15 pm – 8.30 pm, school terms. Contact Cameron: 0419 119 613 NATURAL HEALING AND SUPPORT Every Saturday 10.00 am - 2.30 pm Cost: $3.00 +40 cents for bottomless cuppa T.O.P.I.C. - Take Off Pounds In Company Every Monday 9.30 am - 11.00 am. Cost: $3.00 WEIGHT WATCHERS - Every Saturday 7.30 am - 9.30 am Contact Denise: 0438 796 961 COUNSELLING - Monday sessions bulk billed with a referral from a Doctor. Contact psychologist Heidi Smith: 0433 092 201
YOUTH ACTIVITIES LANGWARRIN YOUTH HUB - Activities available Monday to Friday 3.00 pm - 6.00 pm. If you require assistance from a youth worker for information, support or referral please call Brooke: 0439 351 431 or Scott: 0488 590 917 - Monday to Friday
CRAFT, HOBBY & FUN S-C-R-A-B-B-L-E - First Night free ALL WELCOME! Every Tuesday 7.00 pm - 10.00 pm PATCHWORK PATCH “N� CHAT - Tuesday 10.00 am - 2.00 pm during school terms. Cost: $4.00 per session BOAT LICENCE - Every second Sunday 8.30 am – 12.30 pm. Half day, evening or private courses available. Contact Rod: 0407 755 537
COMMUNITY GROUPS SENIOR CITIZENS - Come and join our Senior’s Club. We have a great time each week. Call Jay or Linda on 5995 5281 Every Wednesday 12.45 pm - 3.45 pm PROBUS LADIES CLUB - Ladies meet the first Thursday every month 9.00 am - 12.00 pm. Contact: 9789 0449 ROTARY - Every Monday (ongoing) 6.30pm - 8.30pm. Contact: 0432 052 392 CHILD CARE & CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL HOURS CARE PROGRAM Before and after school care, school holiday program. Fully accredited by National Childcare Accreditation Council. Phone 9789 7653 OCCASIONAL CARE - Approved Child Care - 5 Hour Sessions Monday to Friday 9.00 am - 2.00 pm. Cost: $35.25 full fee. As little as $8.28 per session with 100% CCB applied (Term booking). Please ring 9789 7653 THREE YEAR OLD PRE KINDER - A stepping-stone to four year old Kinder. Mon, Tues or Thus 9.15 am – 2.15 pm. Parents help on roster once a term. Limited places for 2017, booking essential on 9789 7653 PLAYGROUP - During school terms. Friday 10.00 am - 11.30 am. Mothers and Babies session Friday 11.45 am – 1.00 pm. $42.70 per term. Booking essential on 9789 7653. IMMUNISATIONS - 2nd Wednesday of every month. Time: 10.30 am - 12.00 pm CHILDREN’S DRAMA - Helen O’Grady Academy. Ages 5 - 18 years. Wednesday 4.00 pm – 7.00 pm, school terms. Contact: 9016 3894 HAY DEE HO MUSIC FOR CHILDREN Children’s music classes. Friday 10.00 am – 10.45 am Contact Jill: 0425 713 430
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