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Land sale ‘impacts’ wildlife ENVIRONMENTALIST Steve Karakitsos says the sale of the Melbourne Business School in Mt Eliza will worsen the area’s dwindling natural environment and lead to species loss. President of the South Eastern Centre for Sustainability, Mr Karakitsos, said the redevelopment of the site will contribute to the loss of “precious” habitat, which was a recognised factor in species loss. The 8.9 ha property in Kunyung Rd has been bought by Ryman Healthcare for $40 million and will be redeveloped into a luxury retirement living centre with independent living apartments, pools, cafes, care hospital and theatre. The site is opposite the Kunyung Reservoir, which environmental groups want South East Water to preserve as a flora and fauna reserve.
Mr Karakitsos said the development of a retirement village opposite the reservoir strengthens the case for preserving the South East Water land. He wants South Easter Water to reverse the “neglect by previous authorities” by not selling the site and allowing it be used as public open space or an environmental reserve. He said preserving the site would “cement South East Water's reputation and respect in the broader community”. SEW wants to rezone the 24 former land parcels rezoned for residential development, under the original 1924 subdivision plans of 92 years ago. Mr Karakitsos said those plans were “rendered ineffective” by the environmental, political and sociocultural changes driven by Mt Eliza’s changing demographic. Liz Bell
Remand over burglary counts Taking aim: Camp Manyung’s Jim Boyle watches as Margaret and Kevin Begley experience try their hands at archery in the YMCA’s new seniors program. Picture: Yanni
Health awaits outdoor seniors CAMP Manyung, Mt Eliza, is running programs to encourage seniors to get active in the outdoors. The YMCA camp’s outdoor adventure program includes sea-kayaking, archery, high ropes and bike riding will launch on Friday 7 October at 25/35 Sunnyside Rd, Mt Eliza, and then run every month until April. The program will include challenges based on group members’ interests, as well as the weather. “We’re excited to be launching something that can make a difference to our community’s health and bring
people together,” manager Maree Feutrill said. “Research shows that, as people get older, their participation in sports and recreation declines and, for people aged 65, there’s a huge decline. “This lack of activity can lead to serious health problems and a sense of disconnection from their community.” Margaret Begley, 76, of Mornington, sees the program as a way of connecting with others and trying something new: “A lot of people my age are involved in different clubs, such as Probus and book clubs, but
this program is different as you can’t get these activities, such as archery, anywhere else. “We sit around too much; we need to get out and about and meet new people and get some fresh air – even if it’s just walking, looking at the birds and enjoying a cup of tea with others.” The program costs $12 and bookings can be made through Eventbrite bit.ly/outdoor_adventure Afternoon tea will be provided after the activity when those participating can discuss the day’s adventures.
A TEENAGER charged with several aggravated burglaries and car thefts faced Frankston Magistrates’ Court last week and was remanded to reappear on 18 October. The 19-year-old Frankston girl is alleged to have broken into a Heatherhill Rd, Frankston, house while the occupants were at home, 10.50pm, Thursday 15 September, and to have stolen car keys. Detective Acting Sergeant Jason Hamilton-Smith, of Frankston CIU, said police allege she attempted to steal a Mitsubishi four-wheel-drive with a boat and trailer attached that was parked in the driveway. In a bungled attempt to drive away she collided with the side of the house, waking the occupants, and then ran off. The next morning police allege the
girl entered another Heatherhill Rd house through an unlocked door and stole keys to two cars parked in the driveway. She allegedly stole both vehicles: a Ford Territory and a Ford utility, parking one in a nearby street while she returned for the other. Early Monday morning, 19 September, the girl is alleged to have run out of fuel in the stolen utility in Kirribilli Cl, Langwarrin. She allegedly attempted to break into a house in nearby Yarralumla Drive before syphoning petrol from a car parked in the garage. After being confronted by the owner the girl ran back to the utility and began pouring petrol into the tank – not realising the car ran only on LP gas and could not be started. The homeowner called triple zero and police arrested the girl in the stranded utility. Stephen Taylor
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