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Tackling road trauma OVER the next six weeks, Mornington Peninsula motorists will see blue and white signs in danger areas highlighting reasons to drive safely, such as: Because we need to protect our wildlife. The signs are part of a campaign by the Transport Accident Commission to curb road trauma and serious accidents. In the past five years, 37 people have died on peninsula roads, with another four deaths so far this year. The peninsula is the second local government area to pilot the TAC program, Drive Safely Because. The TAC has worked with the shire to set road safety priorities, particularly around protecting such vulnerable road users as children, pedestrians and cyclists. Its campaign will use events, promotions and visual reminders of how important road safety is to local communities to reduce road trauma. TAC head of road safety Samantha Cockfield said “the grassroots campaign aims to humanise road safety, and remind people that the foremost reasons to slow down and drive safely are the families and friends that we share our local roads with.” Stephen Taylor
TAC at Somerville: Christine Albien, Police Acting Inspector Nat Dollard, Christopher-Bree Nyko, Jake Webb, Paulette Ziekemijjer, Paul Mercurio, Millie Davies, Despi O’Connor, Jorgia Goulopoulos and Police Acting Sergeant Raj Sharma. Picture: Gary Sissons
Vaccines the way out of pandemic Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au VICTORIA’S snap lockdown is due to finish by 11.59pm on 3 June. The “circuit breaker” lockdown was announced on 27 May in response to a growing number of COVID-19 cases in the state. The five kilometre travel limit has been reintroduced. Victorians can only
leave home for work, school, caregiving, shopping, and to get vaccinated. Sabrini Foods in Carrum Downs is listed as a tier 1 exposure site. Anyone who visited the site between 2pm and 6pm on 19 May has been asked to get tested and isolate for 14 days. People who have attended locations in Aspendale Gardens, Red Hill, Mordialloc, and Cranbourne have also been put into isolation.
In response to growing case numbers, the state government has opened up vaccinations to people in the 40-49 age bracket. Acting Premier James Merlino said “our public health experts’ prime concern is just how fast the B1.617.1 variant is moving. Overseas, they haven’t been able to track how quickly this version of the virus can move. Here in Victoria, though, we’re seeing not only how quick it is – but how
contagious it is too.” “We also know our nation’s vaccine rollout has been slower than we’d hoped. And if more people were vaccinated, we might be facing a different set of circumstances. Sadly, we’re not,” he said. “If you’re eligible, get vaccinated. Make your plan today. If someone you love is eligible, make a plan together. Do it for yourself. Your family. Your friends. Your community.
Whatever your motivation – please do it. Because vaccination is our only real ticket out of this pandemic.” An extension of the lockdown has not been ruled out. There are 54 active COVID-19 cases in Victoria as of 31 May. To book a vaccine appointment call 1800 020 080. For a list of current exposure sites visit coronavirus.vic.gov.au/exposure-sites
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Frankston charity helping more people COMMUNITY Support Frankston is expanding its services. The charity’s manager Steve Phillips said “the need for emergency support, such as food and medicine, and assistance with utility bills and housing, has risen dramatically since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.” “Over the last year, CSF has seen record numbers of new families and individuals reaching out for support – these are people who have never needed emergency relief before. Seventy per cent of all clients now accessing CSF services are also self-disclosing either a physical or mental health issue, and in many cases, it’s both,” he said. “The expansion of services at CSF includes providing hot takeaway meals, fresh fruit, phone cards and personal protective equipment for our homeless community. “Many of our clients are not eligible for income support and are reliant solely on us for their basic needs. This includes people on certain visas who are not eligible for government support and are still out of work due to the pandemic.” Frankston Council allocated $500,000 in grant funding to the organisation in its 2021/2022 budget. The charity responded to 15,722 individual requests for assistance last year, double the figure from 2019. In the first three months of 2021 it has responded to 5,903 individual requests of assistance. Community Support Frankston is currently seeking volunteers, food, and financial assistance. To fill out a volunteer application form visit frankston.net/volunteering/
Community Support Frankston manager Steve Phillips with Frankston councillor Sue Baker. Picture: Supplied
Grants for businesses THREE new grant programs have opened for Frankston businesses. Applications for shopfront activation grants of up to $20,000 per business are now open. Kerbside dining grants of up to $2000 and facade improvement grants of up to $5000 are also available once again. Co-owner of Frankston craft beer bar The Hop Shop, Ed Cox, said receiving the facade improvement and kerbside dining grants last year “provided a huge boost” and helped him start his Playne Street business. “We knew there were a lot of young families coming to the area – we thought it was the right time for Frankston to get a venue that was more than your regular pub,” Mr Cox said. The three grant programs are open from 24 May until 25 June. To apply or find out more visit frankston.vic.gov. au/Business/Business_Grants/ THE Hop Shop co-owner Ed Cox. Picture: Supplied
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Dancers tell tales at Arts Centre THE Brothers Grimm fairy tale Snow White and Rose Red will be told through dance at the Frankston Arts Centre this month. Spark Productions is putting on the show, a contemporary dance adaptation of the tale. Its director Alex Dellaportas said “I love bringing other young people together to create big things and learn about the industry together. I feel there’s nothing better than learning through experience and that’s exactly what Spark provides.” “Snow and Rose also has an important message about dealing with trauma and big emotions and about balancing emotion and reason in one’s life – all things that are relevant to the young people we’re working with,” she said. “Snow and Rose is not only for children and youth – it was created by young people as part of our mission to celebrate their voices as artistic equals with important stories to tell. The show speaks to young hearts and minds. This offers a deeper learning experience where students feel empowered to explore and respond to the questions and themes the show raises.” Spark Productions features dancers from ages eight to 25. They are accompanied by a live orchestra during performances. Snow and Rose will be performed at the Frankston Arts Centre on 24 June at 12.30pm and 7.30pm. For tickets, visit www.thefac.com.au or phone 9784 1060.
SNOW White and Rose Red from Spark Productions’ production. Picture: Supplied
School, hospital benefit from budget PLANS for a redeveloped Frankston Hospital. Picture: Supplied
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THE state budget for 2021/2022 has been released, with a big cash splash at Frankston High School confirmed. Frankston High School received $15.13 million in the budget to construct new classrooms. The state budget also featured a $43 million injection for the Frankston Hospital expansion, and $2 million for “suburban revitalisation” projects in Frankston. The hospital expansion will see an 11-storey tower constructed by late 2024. The expansion will add 120 beds, operating theatres, and mental health, oncology, maternity and paediatric facilities. Committee for Greater Frankston CEO Ginevra Hosking said “government support for the health and education sector was crucial to economic growth of Frankston, the wider southeast and Mornington Peninsula.” “We are already leading research in mental health, social disadvantage and addiction. Frankston is where the next generation of doctors, nurses and allied health professionals will be trained,” she said. “The state government and local MP Paul Edbrooke are to be congratulated for seeing the light and revising the original hospital plan to now include enough car parking to accommodate future demand.” The state budget also confirmed that Frankston would become one of six sites statewide that would benefit from new mental health services. No funds were contained in the budget for the trouble-plagued rail extension to Baxter. “The federal budget on 11 May retained $225 million for the rail extension – and an additional $19 million for Frankston station car parking – but the Victorian budget was silent on how to address public transport connectivity to and through Frankston, an Infrastructure Australia-listed problem of national significance,” Ms Hosking said.
To dream big, our kids need the best start in life. It’s why the Victorian Government is rolling out Three-Year-Old Kinder across the state in 2022. This means new kindergartens, upgraded facilities and new teaching jobs.
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Tool thief wanted Classroom ransacked A MAN is wanted over the theft of two computers from a Langwarrin South school classroom. The man allegedly entered the art room at Bayside Christian College at around 8pm on 5 April. He gained entry through an unlocked window, and covered a sensor alarm. Two Apple computers and photography equipment were stolen from the classroom.
Police have released an image of a man (above) they wish to speak to about the incident. They describe him as “Caucasian, approximately mid/late 30s, medium build, light brown short hair with receding hairline, wearing a navy blue t-shirt which he removes, dark color pants. and riding a bike.” Anyone with information can contact Detective Senior Constable Brendan Fontana at Frankston CIU on 97845535 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
A SPATE of tool thefts across Frankston South, Carrum Downs, and Langwarrin are being investigated by police. Police say that a man on a motor scooter has been stealing tools at night since at least 26 March. They say the scooter has a bag or carry system on the rear. “These tools are expensive, and their theft has left many tradies out-of-pocket and seriously affected their businesses,” a statement on the police eyewatch Facebook page read. Anyone with information or who has seen the man can contact First Constable Amy Smith at Frankston Criminal Investigation Unit on 9784 5572 or email VP42907@police.vic.gov.au
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Late library nights continue THE after dark program at Carrum Downs library will continue into next year. The Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation has paid the library $32,000 to keep the program running until July 2022. Libraries After Dark sees the doors kept open late in a bid to combat social isolation and gambling related harm. Since beginning the program in February, more than 800 people have spent time in Carrum Downs library after hours. Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny said “the Libraries After Dark program is such a great initiative. I am delighted that additional funding from the Victorian
Responsible Gambling Foundation will see this program continue at the Carrum Downs Library until July 2022 - providing a safe, welcoming and inclusive space for those who might be struggling with gambling addiction and social isolation.” The Carrum Downs Library opens until 10pm on Thursdays. The library is at 203 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs.
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POWER company AGL says it lost about $108 million because of its failed bid for a gas import terminal at Crib Point. In a statement released to the Australian Stock Exchange last week AGL said it had estimated it would spend $130 million on the project, with $22 million being “expensed” so far. “As a result, AGL expects to recognise a pre-tax loss of up to $108 million as a significant item in its FY21 financial statements,” the statement said. “Engagement with the community and relevant parties has been integral to this process and AGL thanks those involved for their participation.” The Save Westernport community which led opposition to the proposed floating gas terminal said it was “absolutely delighted that … AGL finally told the truth about their plans for Crib Point, announcing that their gas factory will not be going ahead”. The plan was knocked back on environmental grounds by the state government in March, which led to AGL abandoning the project (“AGL withdraws request for federal approval” The Times 3/5/21). AGL’s statement in early May confirmed it would “cease any further development of the proposed liquified natural gas (LNG) import jetty at Crib Point”. “This follows the Independent Advisory Committee (IAC) findings and the Victorian Planning Minister’s determination on 30 March 2021 that the project would have unacceptable environmental effects. “AGL takes its environmental obligations seriously and works cooperatively with all regulatory agencies to ensure we meet all regulatory requirements and engage with the communities where we operate, so as to respond to their concerns.” AGL said it had “recognised” the opportunity at Crib Point “and the environmental standards we needed to meet in a location of this kind” and had “presented a scientifically sound case … which demonstrated that the potential environmental effects were manageable”. AGL said its “highly flexible gas portfolio and a supply strategy” would enable it to meet customer demand “from existing and new domestic supply sources and proposed third party regasification projects, leveraging LNG supply options developed for the Crib Point gas Import terminal project”. When announcing his decision against AGL’s proposal on 30 March, Planning Minister Richard Wynne said it was very clear “that this project would cause unacceptable impacts on the Western Port environment and the Ramsar wetlands – it’s important that these areas are protected”. More than 400 people attended “exuberant celebrations” organised by Save Westernport two days before AGL’s statement was issued. The group issued a statement saying the celebration at Balnarring “marked the final chapter in the monumental campaign which many thought we'd never win, but were able to, by demonstrating that when many communities, groups and individuals are moved enough and work together, Goliath can be beaten”. Keith Platt
A NIGHT to remember the rescues and lives saved during the Volunteer marine Rescue Service’s 40 years of operations.
Awards night a way to say ‘thanks’ Stephen Taylor steve@baysidenews.com.au THE Volunteer Marine Rescue Service’s 40th anniversary awards night last week commended the thousands of marine rescues the service has performed since it began in 1980. The gathering of Mornington and Hastings VMR members at The Royal Hotel, Saturday 22 May, was also a chance to honour the operational and support volunteers that make all of the search and rescues possible. It was to have been celebrated last year, however, due to COVID-19 was delayed until this year. The service was grateful that Sue Darbyshire and her family could attend to be part of the celebration and hand out awards to VMR members past and present. The family name is synonymous with the launch of the rescue service which began in 1980 after the drowning of her husband Paul while out fishing. The tragedy led to a public meeting at Mornington racecourse where the gap in rescue service capabilities was identified between Frankston and Safety Beach. The Mornington Community Bay Rescue Service – now Volunteer Marine Rescue – was
launched that year. President Neil Cooper said: “VMR has a great culture steeped in history and it is a testament to all current and past volunteer members that we have such strong volunteer numbers in both operational roles and in support roles. On Saturday we presented 24 awards to members in recognition of their service.” Emergency Services Medal awardees Tim Warner and Clive Reddecliffe, who are both founding members, were presented with 40 year operational service awards. Six members received operational services awards for five years’ service, one for 10 years, two for 15 years, five for 20 years and one for 25 years. Mr Cooper said: “It was a fantastic opportunity for current and past members to reflect on why the service was established and the ethos of why it has gone from strength to strength. We aim to be the best we can with high standards for training and buying the best equipment we can afford. “In 41 years there has never been a request for assistance that we haven’t been able to attend, regardless of time of day or weather conditions.” Visit vmrmornington.com.au
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LETTERS
Letters - 300 words maximum and including full name, address and contact number - can be sent to The News, PO Box 588, Hastings 3915 or emailed to: team@mpnews.com.au
Art highlights contrast with trust’s actions and words I was moved and buoyed by the multifarious eloquent expressions encapsulated in the Holding Ground exhibition at Silver Leaf Art Box (“Holding Ground for Arthurs Seat” The News, 19/04). How lucky we are to have leaders like Silver Leaf’s Chiara Finnigan and Penelope Gebhardt. And how fortunate to have dynamic, principled artists such as Rosie Weiss. The contrast could not be starker between them and the [Hillview Quarries’] Ross Trust and its proposal to blast an open-cut mine on Arthurs Seat - destroying some 94 acres of native bushland in the process - represents a moral failure of epic proportions. The trust’s ethics charter is itself a masterpiece of self-deception and hypocrisy. “prioritising social responsibility” and “enhancing our environment” are two purported aims of its fourpoint charter. These trustees vow to ensure “Victoria’s biodiversity is conserved, protected and valued by all as part of a healthy and resilient environment”. Paint it anyway you like, that’s insidious greenwash at its worst. What a shame the board of this self-styled philanthropic conservationist charity does not consist of true nature-loving visionaries like those behind Holding Ground. Ed Merrison, Shoreham
into letterboxes asking for our considered opinion on supporting “a full public transport overhaul for the Mornington Peninsula”. Additionally, his spiel compares us with Frankston. Ha, I’m rolling on the floor with uncontrollable guffaws, anyone can see why we have a disconnection at the Frankston transportation terminal. It’s called political power. The most creative thing I think he could do for the peninsula is retire and open up the possibility that Dan Andrew’s government and the Victorian Labor Party would encourage a suitable socially aware and member of the working class to stand as a representative. Please [Mornington MP David] Morris, give the younger generation an opportunity to participate. You have earned the right to retire and further enjoy the fruits of your many years of public service. Yes, I have made an executive decision to recycle your electoral transport survey card as a bookmark and, please, no more rhetorical dead certs mailers when the taxpayers’ money could be better spent on surveys of homelessness, social housing availability, aged care improvements and ambulance response times. Yes, for an overhaul, and no, I don’t belong to any political party. Ian Morrison, Mount Eliza
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I know for a fact that our local member doesn’t have to worry about transportation on his patch as he has enjoyed the labours of being our MP for yonks by driving what I regard as luxury vehicles. Secondly, his latest free handout dropped
I see the statement by [Federal Treasurer] Josh Frydenberg “Australia is playing its part on climate change, having met our 2020 commitments and on track to meet and beat our 2030 target,” as arguably the biggest incorrect statement of the
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past five years. Currently, some 29 per cent of Australians are carrying on like pork chops. Somebody mentions blood clots and they run for cover; one in 200,000, thereabouts. I hope they don’t swim in Port Phillip, keeping in mind the risk of a shark attack, some seven deaths the past 175 years, ignoring the 35,000 or more who died driving here for a day at the beach. Beware of cars? Smoking, drinking, a dozen other reasons. There’s a risk factor in walking to your letterbox; spiders? It was only a year ago we were hoping someone would invent a vaccine. Now you have your cake, and you can’t find a knife? I need big words to expunge these frightened people from my everyday existence. Not only our leaders of course. Listening to the radio and reading the various letters pages emphasises our confusion. Well, my confusion anyway. The vacant reasons for not taking the needle. They’re waiting, for what? A second, third wave, Godot? I’ll try Thoreau: “Let us settle ourselves, and work and wedge our feet downward through the mud and slush of opinion, and prejudice, and tradition, and delusion, and appearance, that alluvion which covers the globe, through country, church and state, through poetry and philosophy and religion, till we come to a hard bottom and rocks in place, which we can call reality, and say, this is, and no mistake.” Do I feel better now? Not really. The cold mornings, the Collingwood disaster. One day at a time. Cliff Ellen, Rye
Mitre 10 shopfront is clearly a worthy heritage objective, and the contractor went to significant expense to brace it in position until it was fixed into the new structure behind. I suspect the rendered brick, half-round parapet is about to be sheeted in some new material, probably to make it look just the same as the new shops on each side. If this is so, it will obliterate the only remaining heritage feature in this part of the street and negate the whole reason, as well as the expense, of retaining it. Why not repair the facade with a handful of bricks and a bucket full of lime mortar and let it live proudly on for another 100 years? Would it be too much to expect a heritage sensitive colour scheme and sign? Dale Kelly, Rye
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Praiseworthy, but … Congratulations to Mornington Peninsula Shire for approving the new row of shops taking shape beside the old Mitre 10 store in Sorrento - far better than the bland and corporate ticky-tacky versions originally proposed. They make a positive contribution to the town, both in terms of heritage character and streetscape continuity. But I am puzzled. Retaining the former
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100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...
Mr Cooper grows a giant Swede turnip Compiled by Cameron McCullough A SWEDE turnip, weighing 7½lbs grown by Mr Cooper, of Frankston, was brought to ‘’The Standard” office on Wednesday. It was grown in sandy soil. *** IN the “Standard” of the 20th inst. it was stated that Miss Florence M. Vines, of Somerville, had secured third prize for soprano solo at the A.N.A. Competitions. This was incorrect, as the competition has not yet been concluded. The fact is that competitors are arranged in sections; that in which Miss Vines sung being the first of six sections. The names mentioned in the Press are those securing the highest number of marks – not necessarily in order of merit, but as they appear on the printed programme. After all competitors in the six sections have sung, those obtaining the highest number of marks are selected for a final competition, which in this class is not until June 17th. We thank Miss Vines for drawing our attention to this matter. Her many friends and admirers throughout the district are delighted at the high place she has won in competition with some of Australia’s best vocalists. *** IF you are looking for Prime Meat go to Clarke’s. *** ALTHOUGH not a dancing teacher, Miss Rene Galt, of “Balmoral,” Melbourne Road, Frankston, is willing to give private lessons in the 1921 ball-
room dances, as taught by the Misses Eileen and Jennie Brennan, who have just returned from London, Paris and New York. The new dances are said to be very graceful and attractive when properly executed, and the young folk of Frankston should be glad to avail themselves of the offer of Miss Galt, who may be consulted at “Balmoral,” Frankston. *** MR. W. H. Prider, of Swan Hill, has been on a short visit to Frankston and Hastings. *** MRS Hay, of Frankston House, who has been on an extended holiday to New Zealand, returned home this week. *** TO the Editor. I would like to give the facts with regard to a letter appearing last issue re my refusing to admit disabled soldiers to the benefit race meeting at Mornington. I did not refuse to admit the soldiers in question to the meeting, because injured and disabled soldiers always obtain free admittance to all parts of the course, and a good many soldiers were granted these privileges as usual on May 12th inst. I did, however, refuse to admit their motor car to the Paddock, for the reason that there is a minute on the books of the club to the effect “That no motor cars be allowed inside the Paddock, and that any cars containing injured and disabled soldiers be paddocked in the space set apart for members cars at the paddock cntrance
gates.” This letter gives the other side of the case. Thanking you, Yours &c. HERBERT DOWNWARD, Sec. Mornington Racing Club.. *** AT the Frankston Police Court, on Monday, before Mr C. G. V. Wiliams and Cr Oates. J.’sP., a man named Berg was charged with assaulting William Donald Wilson. Both parties described themselves as laborers, residing at Pearcedale. Mr L. L. Rostron, who appeared for the complainant, explained that Wilson and a man named Smart were driving home in a waggonette from Frankston market on the evening of the 18th inst. They were overtaken by defendant, who was on horseback. They passed the time of day, and Smart said to defendant, “Does that cow of yours ever come home.” Berg replied. “You keep your stockwhip off her,” and commenced to use bad language. Then Berg got off his horse, tied it up, and running after the vehicle, jumped in at the back, and attacked Wilson. This statement was borne out by the evidence of Wilson and Smart. Wilson said he suffered from a weak heart, and was under medical treatment, when Berg attacked him. Constable Diaball said he visited Pearcedale in response to a telephone message. He found Wilson in a dazed condition. Defendant admitted the assault to the constable, but said Wilson had
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splendid promise of being in the final matches on this, their first entrance in the Second Association. Their players played fine friendly football against the Tyabbites last Saturday afternoon. Up till half time the Moorooduc team played superior football to the maroons, and picked out and kicked to their comrades better. In the third and final quarters the red and whites did not seem able to go the fast pace set them by the maroons, particularly in the final term, when the home team kicked 4 goals 3 behinds to the visitors’ nil. However, Moorooduc kicked better than the home team for goals, as the scores show. Several easy shots by the maroon forwards went the wrong side of the tall posts; but this is all in the game. H. Russell (2), A. Noble (2); Scanlan, Morrow and Storey were the goal kickers for the maroons. Tyabb will meet the Somerville Stars tomorrow at Somerville. There will be a grand concert and dance in the Tyabb Hall to-night (Friday) to supplement the funds of the Tyabb club. Melbourne and local talent at usual prices. *** PLAYNE Steet, Frankston, is in a deplorable condition as a result of the recent rains. It is some satisfaction to know that the shire engineer was instructed to prepare plans and submit estimates for the forming of this important thoroughfare. *** FROM the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 27 May 1921
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COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR Sponsored by Frankston Arts Centre
JUNE Although some of these events and support groups may not be meeting due to current restrictions (COVID-19), this page still contains the email or phone contacts for these important services. Mental Health First Aid Training fundraiser. Sun 20 June, 12.30pm Zonta Club South East is holding a luncheon and raffle to raise funds for a community MHFA training project, and to celebrate 40 years of community service. Held at the Frankston International Motel, 3 course meal, guest speaker & entertainment. All welcome. Tickets $45. Bookings essential. Phone 0414 695 200. Seaford Senior Citizens Club Broughton St. Seaford. 50 Plus. We are open 5 days a week and offer many activities. Mon 11am-3pm. bingo. Tues 10am-3pm. rummikub, mahjong, card making. Wed 10am-3pm. canasta, indoor carpet bowls. Thurs 11.30am-3pm. new horizons, women’s social club. Fri 10am-3pm. 500 card group & 12.30pm-3pm indoor carpet bowls.Details Rosemary 0400 610 845 or Jeana 0430 999 741
Peninsula Youth Orchestra Rehearsals Wedensday evenings during school terms 5.30pm to 7.00pm at the Ebdale Community Centre, Frankston. Primary and Secondary string, woodwind and brass instrumental students welcome. For more info visit www.peninsulayouthmusicsociety.org.au Probus - Seaford Looking for fun, friendship and fellowship? The Probus Club of Seaford is seeking new members. We meet the 2nd Thursday of the month at The Pines Football Club, cnr Forest Dr & Messmate St, Frankston North. For more info Johanne: 0419 326 085. Probus - Carrum Downs Want to seek fun, friendship, and fellowship? Come and join Probus Carrum Downs, which meets every second Wednesday of the month. For more information, contact Marilyn: 0414 826 373 or Annette: 0428 027 925 Dutch Card Club New members wanted. Playing Klaverjassen every Wednesday from 11.30 am - 4pm in the Community Hall - Kings Close, Frankston North. Contact Jan: 97709075 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. Frankston Food Swap 2nd Saturday of the month at 1pm Swap your excess vegies, homemade foods or seedlings. Kareela Café, 53 Kareela Rd, Frankston
Peninsula Women’s Hockey Association Dust off your hockey stick & come and join the PWHA (Peninsula Women’s Hockey Association) who play at Monash University grounds at Frankston throughout the year on a Monday night. Friendly, fun but competitive and a mix of skills and ages range from 13 to 70+. A great way to burn off some of those Covid kilos enjoying affordable outdoor exercise! Contact rebekahkh@hotmail.com to express interest or request a chat/more information. Precision & Leisure Marching Aust Inc. We are a masters aged marching team, based in Frankston, and are looking for interested ladies in the over 30 age group to join us for competitive and leisure marching. Experience is not necessary. For further details contact Jane 0488213212. U3A Frankston Returning to Karingal Place We are returning for limited face to face classes at Karingal Place from 1st February. Enrolments for classes and new members available online from 18th January. Please go to our website u3af.org. au for further information. Looking forward to welcoming you back. Family Drug Support – Frankston Non-religious, open meetings for those impacted by someone’s drug and/or alcohol use. Talk/listen in a non-judgemental, safe environment. Wednesday fortnightly, 6pm at Frankston Hospital, 2 Hastings Rd. Meetings are free. Further details phone Chloe 0448 177 083 Frankston & District Stamp Club Not sure what to do with your old stamp collection? Come along and meet our friendly club members, always available for help and advice. We meet at 7.00 pm on the third Thursday each month at Belvedere Community Centre, 36 Belvedere Road, Seaford. Enquiries 5995 9783. Royal Naval Association, Port Phillip Bay Branch. We are aligned with the Frankston Naval Memorial Club and meet at 11.30 on the Second Sunday of each month at our premises in Langwarrin South for meals, drinks, raffles, presentations, dancing on occasions and the odd video show. We also welcome associate members from the Army and Air Force from both the UK, Australia and elsewhere both married or single. We publish a monthly newsletter circulated by email or snail mail to all members so why not come and join us for good company and a generally good time. Please contact the Branch Secretary, Mike Murphy on mhhart42@gmail.com or 0449 070842 for further details. South End Spirit Basketball The Peninsulas newest community based basketball club South End Spirit is looking for players of all ages to join us in the Chelsea Basketball Competition. Contact Nicola on enquiries@southendspirit.com.au for more info 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 East Frankston Over 55s Club 200 Beach St Frankston. Mon: Melodies 1pm - 3pm Tues: carpet bowls 12pm - 3pm Wed: 9.30am -11am gentle exercise class, craft/chat group 12pm – 3pm. Rummikub 1pm – 3pm Fri: line dancing 10am – 12pm. Sat: carpet bowls 12pm – 3pm. Sun: bingo from 12.45pm and carpet bowls every 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month Details Pearl 97660290 or Joy 9789 0498
Little Hands Playgroup Lead by dedicated volunteers, children aged 0-5 years and their parent/carer enjoy free play, craft activities, music, singing and story time. Tuesdays during school term, 10am-12pm, Frankston Forest Baptist Church, 43 Monterey Blvd Frankston North. Details: playgroup@frankstonbaptist.com.au or 9013 0483 IBS/FODMAP Sensitives Support and Self-Help Association Suffering bloat, pain, foggy-thinking. Chronic foodrelated gut dysfunction. Food sensitivities. Guidance through self-diagnosis of specific food intolerances, resolution, recipes. Face-face forums, individual, small group sessions. No cost. SASHA 0422 918 074 or 0407 095 760 Family History Melb PC Users Group, Mornington, Family History and DNA. We meet at the Mornington Information Centre every 3rd Monday for Family History and every last Wednesday for DNA (research) Q&A, Information, Presentations. www.melbpc.org.au/ sigs/mornington-peninsula-sig/family-history Contact Colin 0417 103 678 Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society Public Stargazing Hear inspiring talks, view stars, planets, clusters and galaxies through our powerful telescopes at 8pm on the 1st Friday of every month at The Briars dark-sky observatory. Melway ref 151 E1. Bookings are essential. Small fee payable. Details www.mpas.asn. au or phone 0419 253 252. Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/mpas0/ Seaford SASH Weight Loss Club Ladies only self-help group. Our ladies are welcoming and encourage each other each week in a non-judgemental way. Weigh-in Tuesday mornings from 8am-10am. Meeting closes approximately 10:30am. St Luke’s Church Hall, 64 William Rd, Carrum Downs. Call Monica Hernandez: 0438 004 058 Peninsula Activities Group Friendship Club meets every third Friday of each month at Uniting Church Hall, High Street, Frankston. Meet at 10.00 for 10.30 start. After meeting stop and have a cup of coffee/tea and a chat. Contact Joana 9775 2304. Southern Sounds Chorus Ladies - want to learn to sing? You’ll make great music and great friends by joining us. No previous experience required. Tues 7pm St Jude’s Primary School hall, Warrandyte Rd, Langwarrin. Call Jennyne for details 0438783475 Volunteers Wanted Enveco Health is an innovative social enterprise aiming to assist those with mental ill-health live independently in the community and to recover in a supportive non-clinical environment. We’re currently seeking volunteers to get involved in this innovative project. If you would like to know more visit www.enveco.org.au, and send us a message. Dog Lovers Walking Group Tuesdays at 8:30 am & 9:30 am, also Thursdays at 9:30 am. Join us for friendship, fun and exercise for dogs and owners. At Baxter Park (Near Tennis Courts). Great for puppies. Regular social events as well. Contact Suzanne on 9789 8475 Are you a Breast Cancer survivor? If so come and join us for a paddle in our Dragon Boat. We offer 3 ‘come and trys’ before joining our club. The 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at Patterson Lakes, Carrum For fun, fitness and friendship. Call Marilyn 0433 114 338 or Lyndsay 0425 743 455.
Frankston Parkinson’s Peer Support Group Meets in the Bridget Clancy room at St John of God hospital, from 10 am on the 3rd Monday of each month to listen to speakers, share information and socialise. More info available from Karen 0412 979 902 or Glenys 0437 956 305. National Seniors Australia Frankston branch meets on the last Wed of each month at Francis Xavier Hall, Davey Street, Frankston. We meet at 10 am for a cup of tea or coffee, followed by meeting at 10.30 am. For further info - Marion: 9776 6648. Frankston CWA Looking for members from the age of 10 for our junior group, meets the first Sat per month from 1-30pm and there is also craft on Wed mornings from 9-30am. Details call Jenny: 041051930 Frankston Ladies Probus Meets every second Thursday of the month at 2 Logan St. Frankston. 10am - noon. We have a guest speaker at each meeting. Throughout the month we have lunches, day trips, chat/coffee mornings, etc. Ring Jo for more info. 0400514212 Frankston North Men’s Forum A forum for food, health and community. First Tuesday of each month, 6:00pm-8:00pm Frankston North Community Centre, 26 Mahogany Avenue, Frankston North. Free hot meal, coffee and tea; chat and chew with like-minded chaps Further details contact Bill on 97862710 Polio Have you or do you know anyone who had polio or is now experiencing after effects of polio? Please come to our support group meeting held at 11am on the second Saturday of each month at the Information Centre, Main St, Mornington. Enquiries: 5981 2540 Frankston Prostate Support Group The support group meets on the last Thursday of each month at 10am in the King Close Community Hall in Frankston North. Men with prostate health issues and their partners are invited to attend the support group for discussion on prostate health issues and some friendly banter. Details: 0407817996 (Gordon) JP Locations National & International documents inc affadavits, stat decs & cert copies signed FREE of charge at police stations on the Peninsula. Frankston weekdays 10am to 3pm. Carrum Downs: Mondays & Thursdays 5pm to 7pm. Ph: 1300365567. Frankston Masters Athletics Club Meets every Thursday 7pm at Ballam Park Athletics Track, Frankston. Sprints, middle distance and distance events. Come along and join us in a supportive and fun environment. All abilities welcome. Phone Frances 0405 474472
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The Lowdown on the Lockdown Hearted By Stuart McCullough TO borrow the words of William Shakespeare: ‘Once more unto the breach, dear friends’. These words were attributed Henry the Fifth, who was attempting to inspire his soldiers prior to them storming Harfleur to get the last available rolls of toilet paper and beef mince. Or, to put it as Yogi Berra once so memorably did, ‘It’s de ja vu all over again’. Here we are, once more, in lockdown. It’s a little deflating, I know, but temporary. By now, though, we’re all kind of experts. Traditions have developed. Firstly, everyone sees the announcement coming a mile off. Despite this, nothing seems to prevent the customary panic buying the instant it becomes official. It seems that people drop whatever they’re doing the moment the news breaks before throwing the green bags in the back seat and hightailing it down to Coles, Woolies and Dan Murphys. Possibly not in that order. It’s as though we demand the right to lose our minds before lockdown kicks off. To be honest, I’m not sure who these people are. Surely they can’t be the same people who stuffed their trolleys with every spare bit of two-ply they could get their hands on in the first lockdown? They must still have mountains of the stuff from last time. Perhaps those who kept their nerve in previous lockdowns have decided to get the full pandemic experience and discover what it’s like to fight someone for a packet of pasta swirls and half a kilo of mince meat. The second part of the routine is that we have to dig out our masks again. For me, I like to pick a different theme
for my masks each time we have a lockdown. Last time, I went with ‘the Ned Kelly’. While fully Covidcompliant, I’ll admit now that it was a little uncomfortable, both for me and for everyone who saw me wearing
it. Something about seeing someone walking down the street with a metal bucket on their head makes other people nervous. Apparently. In addition to chaffing, it also drastically reduced my field of vision. Trying to buy fruit with
a Ned Kelly helmet on is an absolute nightmare; believe me. This time, I’m steering clear of bushrangers altogether. Instead, for this lockdown I’ve decided to make a mask that I like to refer to as ‘the Tuckerbag’. Based on the world’s most manifestly inadequate puppet and spokesperson for the supermarket chain ‘Tuckerbag’, my mask will both be a nostalgic celebration and a reminder that, once upon a time, shopping bags were made of truly recyclable paper rather than some kind of heavy duty plastic that probably has a half life that would rival plutonium. There’s a slight problem with the eyes. I’m pretty sure the original ‘Tucker’ had eyes that were stuck on. Stuck on eyes are no good for navigating the fruit and vegie section of the supermarket. It’s bound to lead to trouble. Worse still, in the event that I am actually able to find the supermarket while wearing ‘the Tuckerbag’ mask, there’s a very good chance I won’t be able to find my way back out again. The third part of the lockdown routine is the regular evaluation of exposure sites. This serves two purposes: to see how close the nearest exposure site is to where you live and, secondly, to look with awe and quiet admiration at the busy social lives of others. I do want to say that those who supply these details are performing an immeasurable public service. But when I look at the list, I am struck by the fact that I really don’t get out enough. If I’m being honest, it’s hard not to be a tiny bit, well, judgmental. In previous outbreaks, who among us didn’t read the list of exposure sites and see
both ‘Dan Murphys’ and ‘Off Ya Tree’ and lift a knowing eyebrow? Or wonder at the kind of person who visits multiple K-Marts in a day instead of using the internet like the rest of us do? Yesterday, I saw that a shopping centre comfort station was listed as an exposure site for a ten-hour period. My thoughts immediately went to the person concerned, hoping that there were multiple trips involved as opposed to a single, catastrophic visit. My own lockdown traditions tend towards the idiosyncratic. I have taken to getting changed after work just so that it feels different. In old movies, they’d often talk about getting ‘changed for dinner’. It sounds kind of civilized. Last Tuesday, I ditched a pair of jeans and a flannel shirt to put on a tuxedo before mealtime. It was rissoles. In retrospect, I may have overdone it. I choose to look at the positives. I am now a certified black belt in ‘Microsoft Teams’. I also feel I know what to do when a lockdown is announced. I’m disappointed – but who isn’t? Nobody wants to be here and everybody wants things to get back to something like normal. Which they will. But I marvel at the ability of people to adapt, to look out for each other and to do what needs to be done. If the horror-show that is the last twelve months has taught us something, it’s that we can do anything when push comes to pandemic shove. Soon, lockdown will be a thing of the past and I can finally burn my Tuckerbag mask. The day can’t come soon enough. stuart@stuartmccullough.com Frankston Times
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FV thumbs-up for local clubs SOCCER
By Craig MacKenzie FOOTBALL Victoria CEO Kimon Taliadoros remains hopeful that the state’s seven-day lockdown has no lasting effect on local clubs but acknowledges that 2020 has taken its toll. Last Thursday’s seven-day lockdown announcement forced FV to suspend all football activity during that period. “The unknown for all of us is obviously the extent of the lockdown,” Taliadoros said. “While that impacts on our fixtures if it only lasts for seven days then we face a less complicated scenario than if it is extended for another week or longer. “If the number of games required to be played becomes an issue then it possibly means midweek fixtures.” FV’s competitions department already has contacted clubs directing them to switch any Friday night fixtures this week to Saturday and local outfit Frankston Pines has obliged. Taliadoros stepped down as FV president earlier this year to take on the CEO’s role and has been heartened by the sport’s ability to bounce back from last season’s shutdown. “If we use 2019 as our baseline and obviously that’s pre-pandemic, the game was in pretty good shape,” he said. “Most clubs had seen participation growing with an increased focus on both women and girls and also on facilities. “Going into 2020 our numbers were really encouraging and what we’ve found now, say mid-May prior to this current lockdown, is that our numbers had almost fully recovered to the 2019 levels. “What that says to us is that the football economy has rebounded strongly. “Most clubs are back into their regular operating rhythm but some more than others. “It’s a bit patchy as some clubs are still carrying the legacy of 2020 but the good news for them is that football as we know it has returned and demand is strong. “Historically (player) registrations continue to increase up until about June so we would say, subject to this lockdown, that the game is in a very healthy state.”
needs improvement. “I’ve had a follow-up with the guys from Somerville and we need to get these local presidents together to get some extra leverage (with council). “Clubs need to get together if they are to give themselves a chance of realising their aspirations. “Patience, strategy and collaboration are key and we’ve shown that with other LGAs.” In other news the only local side left in the FFA Cup is Langwarrin which has reached the last 16 of the Victorian section of the national competition. Langy was due to play its away tie against fellow NPL2 side Moreland Zebras this week but the tie has been re-arranged for Friday 11 June at CB Smith Reserve at 8pm. Langy and the Zebras are currently in midtable positions on the league ladder with 14 points each.
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Top trio: Football Victoria CEO Kimon Taliadoros flanked by Somerville Eagles president Luke Mulder (right) and Baxter counterpart Bray Hodgkinson. Picture: Darryl Kennedy
Despite such optimism Taliadoros points out that there are two areas of the game that haven’t responded as well as others and more work needs to be done. “The first area is club volunteers. “We’ve found across the board, as have other sports, that volunteers haven’t returned in the same numbers which means there’s more to do for less people which is a strain on clubs. “And the administrative and logistical challenges clubs face during lockdown are significant having to reach every player and coach while dealing with the expectations of parents.” The second area of concern has been the lower numbers of match officials who have returned to the sport following the 2020 shutdown. The impact on the local game has been felt most at State 4 and State 5 levels where it is not uncommon for one referee to officiate at both reserves and senior levels on matchday while having to use club linesmen as
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assistants. “We know from our conversations with other sports and with Sport and Rec Victoria that netball, football and basketball have also experienced a shortage of match officials and our numbers haven’t rebounded to the same extent as other parts of the game.” Taliadoros has been to two local games in recent weeks, a Frankston Pines home match and the recent local derby between Somerville Eagles and Baxter. He liked what he saw. “Every time I’ve been to a game on the peninsula there’s always been a positive and enjoyable atmosphere which to me is what football is all about – enjoying the matchday and from my experiences this year that’s certainly been the case. “In terms of the peninsula what I can probably say is that from 2019 there seems to be a greater level of interest in NPL programs becoming
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By Ben Triandafillou DAVID Bridoake’s consistent gelding Strategic Phil picked up a “bonus” win at Caulfield on Saturday as he gears up for the $125,000 Swan Hill Cup in a fortnight. Breaking a one-year drought, Strategic Phil relished the solid tempo at Caulfield to win the $125,000 BM84 by one-length over the Chris Waller-trained Relucent. Strategic Phil’s performance (1:35.00) on the firm track (Good 3) was just over half-of-a-second outside the track record which was set by Field Of Omagh (1:34.28) in 2006. Adding further credit to the run, his time was the seventh fastest over the Caulfield mile in the past 15 years. Assistant trainer Matt Jenkins was thrilled to land the spoils with his main target still to come. “It’s been a little while between drinks for him but he had been racing really well without winning,” Jenkins said post-race. “He’s in at the right time of year. We freshened him up to bring him back for the wet tracks. The Swan Hill Cup could be on the cards next and David [Brideoake] picked this race out along the way as a stepping stone so what he’s done today has been a bonus.” Despite seemingly handling Saturday’s firm surface, Jenkins hinted that the gelding is generally better suited to a track with more give in the ground. “We won’t head to Swan Hill if it’s too firm,” he said. “There’s a race the day before over 1800m at Sandown which could be wet. We’ll just head to the softer ground and whatever comes up more suitable for him.” The five-year-old son of Strategic has now won six races from his 30 starts and just shy of $300,000 in prize money.
Bonus win: The David Brideoake-trained Strategic Phil wins at Caulfield on Saturday 29 May before heading to the Swan Hill Cup. Picture: Supplied
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