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Special thanks to our celebrated MC Richard Cornish, local published Food Special thanks to our celebrated MC Richard Cornish, local published Food Writer. We welcome Australian Chef of the Year & Australian representative in Writer. We welcome Australian Chef of the Year & Australian representative in the 2019 Bocuse D'Or, the prestigious global culinary contest, Michael Cole to the 2019 Bocuse D'Or, the prestigious global culinary contest, Michael Cole to the stage. One of our youngest and most successful restaurateurs Kobi Jacks the stage. One of our youngest and most successful restaurateurs Kobi Jacks will share his secrets to pasta making. Come and meet so many of our local will share his secrets to pasta making. Come and meet so many of our local Peninsula producers and share their passion for food, produce and more. Peninsula producers and share their passion for food, produce and more.

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Fruit Cakes Judging - Junior & Open Fruit Cakes Judging - Junior & Open Michael Cole - Australian Professional Chef of the Year 2019 Michael Cole - Australian Professional Chef of the Year 2019 The 2nd Red Hill Apple Pie Competition - $500 prize money The 2nd Red Hill Apple Pie Competition - $500 prize money Pasta making with Kobi Jack Pasta making with Kobi Jack Sausage Competition & Sausage making: Sonya, Woolumbi Farm Sausage Competition & Sausage making: Sonya, Woolumbi Farm Producers Chat with Richard Cornish Producers Chat with Richard Cornish

Cider Making Display + Q&A on all things Cider Awards’ Presentation Master Class hosted by: Mock Orchards | Harts Farm | Camilla's Crush Seven Oaks | Eddie's Cider | Cheeky Rascal Public Tasting of Awarded ciders

OTHER MP PADDOCK ACTIVITIES 1st Red Hill Mead Show (Located near the cider show marquee)

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Public transport expansion a ‘priority’ Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au THE expansion of public transport services in Frankston has been listed as a “priority initiative” in a newly released Infrastructure Australia document. Infrastructure Australia’s updated

priority list reads that “optimising the existing bus network, increasing bus service frequency and coverage” and “upgrades to rail services and infrastructure” have been identified as potential improvements to Frankston. The list of projects and initiatives identified as “priority” or “high priority” by Infrastructure Australia features nearly 150 proposals from across the

country. The listed proponent for the public transport initiative was the Committee For Greater Frankston, an independent lobby group. Committee for Greater Frankston CEO Ginevra Hosking said the listing was “fantastic news and proof that solving the region’s lack of public transport is a state and nationally

important project, one that’s vital to unleash the potential of our region”. “Our submission detailed how the rail extension would become the backbone of a revitalised transport system to benefit 400,000 residents, a population comparable to Canberra’s,” she said. Expansion of public transport services in Frankston was not listed as a

“high priority” initiative. Committee for Mornington Peninsula president and former Dunkley MP Bruce Billson said Infrastructure Australia needed to “lift its gaze beyond the east of Frankston in relation to transport requirements to consider the needs of the Mornington Peninsula”. Continued Page 5

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MARCH Art Red Hill - Artist submissions Entries open 24 Feb – 22 March Art Red Hill, the Mornington Peninsula’s premier art show, is calling for artists’ submissions for its 40th annual show. Categories: painting, works on paper, photography, large-scale sculpture, small-scale sculpture, jewellery, glass & ceramics. Show runs May 1 – 3. Visit www.artredhill.com.au for details. Try Bowls Day Sun 22 Mar, 11am – 4pm Belvedere Bowls Club, 148 East Rd Seaford will be holding a try bowls day & car boot sale. Free sausage sizzle, bar open, bowls supplied. Interested stall holder enquires 0409 936421 Seaford Senior Citizens New members welcome. Bingo & card games played Mon – Fri. Phone 9785 1621 for times, we’re located at Broughton St, Seaford Are you a breast cancer survivor? Come and join us for a paddle in our Dragonboat. We paddle every Sunday at Patterson Lakes. You can have three “Come and try’s “ before deciding to join our special team. We provide paddles and PFD’s For more info call Marilyn 0433 114 338 or Lyndsay 0425 743 455. For fun, fitness and friendship Voices of Frankston Choir We welcome new singers to come along and enjoy the friendship and support that this all-inclusive choir provides. We meet every Wednesday morning at 10am at High St Uniting Church Frankston. Lunch is provided. Contact Trudi 0406678261

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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 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 Stay Fit Fit Over 50 has moved to a new venue. Scout Hall, Nursery Ave Frankston. Stay fit and keep active come along to fabulous fitness classes, held Monday, Wednesday and Fridays 9.30-10.30am $10.00 per session, no bookings required, just turn up or for more information call 0419713635 or 0403021868 Frankston YCW Cricket Club Players Required Season 19-20 All ages required. 67R Frank St, Frankston. Enquiries to frankstonycw@club.cricketvictoria.com.au or phone 0413 751 923

Angling Club Snapper Point Angling Club is looking for new members. For a short time all joining fees will be waivered so why not come along to one of our monthly meetings, fishing comps or just an excursion. Experience the friendly comradery between like-minded fishos and swap some of those legendary stories. Website spac.org.au or call Russ on 0418320314 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 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 Orwil St Community Centre Events include chair yoga, meditation, belly dance, interior design, Office basics, fitness class, singalong, card making and more. Please call 9783 5073 for more info. Social Twilight Tennis Come along after daylight saving starts and enjoy social tennis every Monday at 6.00pm onwards at Belvedere Park Tennis Club, East Road, Seaford. $5.00 Non members. Enquiries Kerry 0412712328 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 Mornington Peninsula Veterans Cricket Missing active cricket & looking for some exercise? Join the growing trend of former and current cricketers, now over 60, who are re-establishing their cricketing skills. We play matches every Sunday and mid week so there are plenty of opportunities to have a game of cricket in a wonderful social atmosphere. For more info please call Michael 0407 823619 or Ian 5975168 or email mbou2030@bigpond.net 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. 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. 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

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 Chris Francis 0416046953 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 Frankston Sunday Market Every Sunday 8am – 1pm Over 100 stalls. 79 – 83 Young St, Frankston 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 Frankston Food Swap 2nd Saturday of the month at 1pm Swap your excess vegies, homemade foods or seedlings. Kareela Café, 53 Kareela Rd, Frankston 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 Mornington Peninsula Welsh Ladies Choir Every Sunday 7pm. Join our happy and supportive group of choristers singing in both Welsh and English. You don’t need to be Welsh or speak Welsh. We rehearse in the Uniting Church High St Frankston. Call Helen 0424 719 291 for info about joining, email mpwlc@gmail.com or just come along to a rehearsal and you will be warmly welcomed. 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) Epilepsy Support Group Meet every 2nd Saturday at St Francis Xavier Parish, 60 Davey St, Frankston from 1pm – 3pm. Further details phone Sue 0407 509 519 or Cris 0437 386 867 Sequence (Board Game) Looking for people who may be interested in playing Sequence with a group of people. Happy to teach new players. For details call Alan on 0429 429 296 Seaford Farmers Market 3rd Sunday of the month, 8am – 1pm Broughton Reserve, Station St, Seaford

Dog Park The Langwarrin Community Centre needs support to allow a purpose-built disabled friendly and fenced Dog Park in Langwarrin. Please support this fully funded dog park project by signing a petition at Langwarrin Community Centre or Harcourt’s Langwarrin. Peninsula Activities Group We welcome visitors to join in outings & trips. Meets in High Street Frankston for a cuppa and nibbles, book future activities and hear a speaker of interest. Joana 9775-2304. 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. Alcoholics Anonymous - Mornington Peninsula Do you need help to stop drinking? You’re not alone, contact us now on our 24 hour helpline 1300 880 390 or find a local meeting at www.aatimes.org.au/meetings 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. 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/ 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. 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 Bowling Tournament Sat 18 April, 10am (for 10.30am start) Mornington Civic Bowling Club, Civic Reserve, Dunns Road, Mornington Come join us on the greens for our Bowling Tournament $5000. Open 3 Bowl Triples - $75 per team includes morning, afternoon tea and lunch. Limited number of teams so get your entry in, contact Gerry 5975 6846 or Ros 0402 246 242

COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR The next Community Event Calendar will be published 7th April 2020 Email your free listing to communityevents@mpnews.com.au by 1st April 2020

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Vegetation removal protested Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au RESIDENTS rallied at Seaford Station last week to voice their anger at the destruction of vegetation caused by level crossing removal works. Vegetation was removed between Seaford RSL and Armstrongs Road as part of LXRP works in January. Further vegetation removal between Armstrongs Road and Eel Race Road is also scheduled for the coming months. A Frankston councillor delivered a “proclamation” at the site of the damage on 23 February, condemning the removal of vegetation. Cr Glenn Aitken read from a lengthy scroll, proclaiming “today is an opportunity to send a clear message to parliament and authorities that our natural environment is not negotiable, and must be protected.” “This is a proclamation on behalf of our community to stand strong against planning totalitarianism, and to challenge any government or authority that claims to have listened to the community, and then turns around summarily to brutalise the land and places we all love,” he said. Cr Aitken poured a chalice containing wood chips onto the ground at the site. “These remnants are from a tree that was about 80 years old,” he said. “It therefore began its life as a young seedling at the end of the Great Depression and the outbreak of World

FRANKSTON councillor Glenn Aitken makes a proclamation at the site of vegetation removal in Seaford. Picture: Gary Sissons

destroyed.” The LXRP says it has complied with requirements for vegetation removal on major infrastructure projects and in accordance with project approval. Level Crossing Removal Project program manager Adam Maguire said “we’ve planted more than 100,000 trees, indigenous plants and shrubs as

War II. It saw the reconstruction years of the 1950s, and continued to spread its branches providing shelter and food to native birds and animals. It saw the turn of a millennium and continued to cast welcomed shade and hold its place with pride in our landscape, until this February when it was unforgivably dragged to the ground and

part of Seaford’s $10 million revitalisation, including Coast Banksia trees from seeds collected in the area.” “More than six kilometres of new shared use path will connect Carrum to Frankston as level crossing removal works progress along the Frankston line,” he said. At council’s 17 February meeting,

councillors voted to write a letter to the LXRP “expressing its serious concerns at the recent removal of high value and old growth vegetation along the shared user path alignment, particularly around Armstrongs Road and Station Street, Seaford, and seek an assurance that further vegetation removal works will be paused pending a more thorough consultation with both council and the community.” The motion approved by Frankston councillors read that council “notes community feedback and outcry is increasing as a result of additional vegetation loss. The complaints are centred upon the extremely high value of the limited amount of native coastal vegetation that has survived historically and is now under further threat”. Council also agreed to support “in principle the proposed alignment along Riviera Street, Seaford, as this option has lesser impact on vegetation compared to the proposed alternative along the railway line.”

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Pier pressure: Frankston Pier after a damaging storm last year. Picture: Gary Sissons

End in sight for pier WORKS to repair Frankston Pier have faced delays, but will finally begin in April. The pier was badly damaged in harsh storms in August last year. A 20-metre section of the top of the pier snapped off in 95kmph winds, and floated down to the foreshore. Frankston MP Paul Edbrooke said that the New South Wales bushfires

had left timber for the reconstruction stranded. “Delivery of the timber material is now possible and work will now commence in April 2020,” he said. “Works will include rebuilding the pier head with new piles and structural timber, [and a] new Disability Discrimination Act compliant ramp will be installed to southern section of the lower landing,

meaning better access for a broader section of the community.” The rogue section of pier contained lighting, a navigational aid and a seat. In September last year, Parks Victoria used barges to assess the piles and structure to determine what works would need to be conducted (“Pier restoration on the horizon” The Times, 23/9/19).

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Peninsula has ‘lowest access’ to public transport Continued from Page 1 “Our region has the lowest access to public transport facilities within metropolitan Melbourne, and this raises the question again about whether policy makers and transport planners even consider the Mornington Peninsula to be part of the metropolitan Melbourne”, Mr Billson said. “This impacts our community by inhibiting access to educational services, jobs and visitor connections to the region.” A proposal to extend the Frankston rail line to Baxter had been the subject of a business

case, which was handed to the federal government in October last year. The federal government has promised $225 million to the project, while the state government has not announced a financial contribution. In April 2019, Frankston Council and Mornington Peninsula Shire requested a meeting with the public transport minister and transport infrastructure minister to express joint support for a staged extension of the Frankston line to Hastings (“Councils united to support train for Hastings”, The Times, 15/4/19).

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Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au OPPOSITION to the eviction of Launching Way from the Patterson River boat ramp has been voiced on the floor of state parliament. Trevor and Lynette Hogan, owners of Launching Way, have been told to vacate their site by 31 March. The order came after a lease dispute with Melbourne Water (“Community rallies at boat ramp”, The News, 19/2/20). Liberal Democrat David Limbrick addressed the Legislative Council on 18 February about the eviction.

“This is unacceptable bureaucratic bungling, hardly supportive of the recreational boating and fishing enthusiasts that frequent our beautiful bay,” he said. “With no plan seeming to exist for the management of the Patterson River boat ramp if the Hogans leave, this is a recipe for chaos next season. If there is a requirement that it goes to tender, that is fine and reasonable, but not without a plan and transparency. “My request for the minister is to extend the lease for Launching Way through the next peak season and ensure that any transition plan or tender process is open and transparent with adequate time for consideration.”

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Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery is the region’s premier cultural facility, supported by Mornington Peninsula Shire. We present a changing program of exhibitions, featuring many of Australia’s most well known artists, and we have a wonderful program of workshops and special events, as well as a dedicated children’s space and children’s programs. 2020 is an important year for us as we are celebrating 50 years of the MPRG Collection. Founded in 1969 by Alan McCulloch, the Mornington Arts Centre as it was known, acquired its first artwork in 1970. Over the past 50 years the collection has grown to include more than 1800 objects, including paintings, drawings, prints and sculptures.

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Fiona McMonagle and Raymond Arnold. And we’re proud to be showing local artist Sophie Perez’s exhibition The landscape in-between. Finally, artist and illustrator Carla McRae has painted a stunning new mural in our new annex space. Entries are open for our 2020 National Works on Paper, with up to $50,000 acquisitions and awards. Visit mprg. mornpen.vic.gov.au/nwop to find out more about how to enter.

This week, we are kicking off our 50year celebrations with an exhibition titled A Collection of Stranger Things. Artist Patrick Pound has delved into our collection and drawn out rarely seen works that we’re displaying with his found photographs and objects.

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Tattoo parlour burned AN attack on a Frankston tattoo parlour is being investigated by police. At around 12:45am, 20 February, the parlour on Shaxton Circle was “targeted” by an attack, police say. A fire at the premises broke out and caused extensive damage to the building. Nobody was inside the tattoo par-

lour at the time of the incident. The parlour was attacked from the front entry point. As of 25 February, no arrests have been made. A dark coloured sedan was seen in the vicinity of the fire at the time of the incident. Frankston Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing

for anyone with information to come forward. Contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000.

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Girl stalked A TEENAGE girl was allegedly stalked by a man driving a white van in Frankston North last week. A 17-year-old Frankston girl was allegedly approached by the man at around 8.30am on 27 February. The man is alleged to have asked the girl if she wanted a lift. The girl declined and continued walking to school. The driver of the van drove into a side street while the alleged stalking victim was stopped at a construction site. The girl then saw the man walking up behind her while she was waiting. The victim ran along Forest Road to school and reported the incident to police. Frankston Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating. A 38-year-old Frankston North man has been arrested, and police are appealing for more information. The van is believed to be a white Ford Transit with damage to the windscreen and curtains in the window. Anyone who saw the van or man around Forest Drive at the time of the alleged incident is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or file a confidential report at crimestoppersvic.com.au

The 219 incidents involving a person under 18 years of age took place between 1 July 2018 and 30 June 2019. The latest figures released by the Crime Statistics Agency revealed that there were a little under 153 cases of adolescent family violence per 100,000 people in the municipality. CSA chief statistician Fiona Dowsley said that many of the aggressors had been exposed to family violence as a child. “Our research found that over half of adolescent aggressors of family violence had prior contact with police as a witness or victim-survivor of a family violence incident, or with courts as a protected person on a Family Violence Intervention Order,” she said. “These results provide further evidence to support that many adolescent aggressors of family violence were exposed to family violence as a child or young person. “Exposure to family violence was also found to be significantly associated with family violence recidivism in adolescents.” The number of adolescent family violence incidents recorded by police increased 11.8 per cent statewide in the last five years. Family violence incidents involving an adolescent aggressor accounted for 8.4 per cent of all family violence in the year analysed.

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NO-BOATING zones are set to be expanded in areas across Port Phillip Bay. The zones will be expanded at Carrum, Chelsea, Aspendale, Hampton, and Elwood. Works in Carrum will increase the area to align with Progress Avenue, and expand the area around Patterson River. Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny said “after a review and community feedback, no-boating zones will be expanded in the bay, and clearer signage and navigational aids will be installed to make the areas clear for anyone visiting the bay.” “Works will also continue north along the bay to increase the area zoned for swimmers and make it easier for boaters to avoid accidents,” she said. “Safer beaches is what makes Carrum a great place to live and visit. “These changes to swimming and boating zones along the bay will make it safer and easier for everyone to enjoy a day at some of our most popular beaches.” Works at Carrum to add new signage and navigational aids are scheduled to begin in May. More information at parks.vic.gov. au

FRANKSTON Council has agreed to call for a report outlining “any opportunities to be further investigated regarding changes to processes, strategic position and policy that could aid with the creation of more employment opportunities”. The move was ticked off at council’s most recent ordinary meeting. Debate about the motion divided councillors, with discussion quickly turning to the recent decision to reject a move to open up Green Wedge land in Carrum Downs. The proposal, backed by lobby group Committee for Greater Frankston, would have allowed for the expansion of the industrial estate. Former Frankston councillor Christine Richards made a submission to council on behalf of the Committee for Greater Frankston. She said that the committee had “taken Carrum Downs off the agenda”. “You have made a decision and that decision will be respected,” she said. Cr Colin Hampton, who supported the move to open up the Green Wedge, said “council has passed a resolution which will stymie jobs in Carrum Downs.” “Because of what has happened in Carrum Downs, we need to make sure we can find jobs elsewhere.” Cr Glenn Aitken said “this motion comes at the tail end of a divisive and controversial debate about the Green Wedge.” Cr Steve Toms said “I find it eery that this comes on the back of that hotly debated issue.” The report will come back to council in April.

EXPANDED no-boating zones will be implemented at Carrum, Chelsea, and Aspendale. Pictures: Gary Sissons

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LETTERS

Centrelink needs rethink Centrelink was established in 1996 as a one stop shop for Australians to access government services (“Agency ‘solution’ for Centrelink” The News 25/2/20). By outsourcing, reducing access to 15 hours a week, the Morrison government has shown its contempt to Australians wanting to access its services. How does the Health Minister [Flinders MP Greg Hunt] see this as helping people in need when Centrelink staff are having difficulty in implementing government policies and changes? Asking community groups to interpret and implement Centrelink and give Australians the services they require needs further consideration. John Tingiri, Mornington

Privatisation by stealth [Flinders MP] Greg Hunt is sadly mistaken if he thinks that the paltry skeleton service he’s been able to secure by privatising Centrelink and Medicare services for the most disadvantaged in the Mornington area is a great achievement (“Agency ‘solution’ for Centrelink” The News 25/2/20). This privatisation by stealth is a typical LNP government strategy to eventually destroy the last vestiges of a commonly owned social security net. If all the Labor opposition has to say about this is “the community was short changed”, I think Australians needing support from our social security networks are being sold down the creek. It is a disgrace for our health minister [Mr Hunt] to basically go along with this most regrettable decision by pretending he has reached a good outcome for the disadvantaged in the Mornington region. People should be very worried, because eventually everyone sooner or later will end up using these services for one reason or another. It seems the government is still hanging on to the illusion of a budget surplus at any cost. Rupert Steiner, Balnarring

Well done Hunt We should be extremely proud of the actions of our local member, [Flinders MP] Minister for Health, Greg Hunt over the past six to eight weeks. Greg’s handling of the coronavirus has been exemplary, measured, considerate and restrained. This is in distinct contrast to certain commentators and politicians who have attempted to create mass hysteria - well done Greg. Bill Holmes, Sorrento

Rail against racism Thank you “our ABC” for recently screening The Australian Dream. What an amazing documentary hosted by Stan Grant, telling Adam Goodes’s harrowing story of racial vilification while playing AFL football. A double Brownlow medallist and a former Australian of The Year, I urge people who haven’t seen the documentary to seek it out and watch it. Everyone, I think, will be as deeply moved as I was by his story. We need to think of the trauma of continued inequality, vilification that continues in this wealthy nation to our First Nations people and other minorities and address it now. Australians stand up against racism we can and must do better. Denise Hassett, Mt Martha

Hooning a concern Hoon and monkey bike driving has long been an concern for residents at, and visitors to, the Seaford Wetlands. I have recently been asked by a handful of residents about what council is doing to stop these illegal behaviours. In the past twelve months, I have managed to secure a number of initiatives aimed at doing just this. This includes the use of two temporary CCTV cameras (which recently had their leases renewed for a further six months), the use of a permanent bollard CCTV

camera, the soon to be installed CCTV camera at the nearby Downes Estate, the installation of a traffic calming barrier near Airlie Grove and a number of new signs that seek to deter anti-social behaviour and advise residents and visitors on how to report anti-social behaviour. Furthermore, council’s compliance and safety staff now patrol the Seaford Wetlands as part of their programmed patrols. Victoria Police have also been formally requested to increase their presence at the Seaford Wetlands. While these initiatives are positive, the most powerful initiative in existence is natural surveillance – that is, residents and visitors reporting anti-social behaviour to the local authorities. Once we know who the offenders are and where they are keeping their bikes – criminal charges will be laid and the bikes are often confiscated. Council and the police can respond to crime but they are only effective when the public do their bit and share what they see and when they see it. Council will keep doing its bit to try and curtail monkey and hoon driving in the Seaford Wetlands. In return, I ask residents and visitors to please keep report anything out of the ordinary to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or in an emergency call 000. Kris Bolam, North West Ward councillor

Knitters needed Sincere thanks to those generous donors of knitting wool for the Winter Woollies Appeal. Wool has come from individuals and organisations. Now, as autumn presents its cooler self, we need knitters to turn those diverse donations into scarves (footy themes welcome) beanies, mittens and jumpers for older children. The knitted garments go first to Southern Peninsula Food for All, then St Vincent de Paul Mornington Peninsula Conferences, to be distributed to needy local families. Our thanks also and most importantly, to the Hastings and Dromana branches of the Bendigo Bank, where staff are kind enough to hold wool for knitters and finished items to be collected. Fran Henke, Winter Woollies Appeal, Hastings

Leftist lists beliefs I’m a lefty and I don’t hate the flag, in fact, I fought under it in Vietnam. I have nothing against the national anthem, but I dislike those who deny the first Australians the right to exist or have a say. I don’t hate those who have worked hard and are now gathering the fruits of their toil. What I don’t like are those who can afford a creative accountant to enable them to not pay the correct taxes. I agree that Immigration has to be measured, but I find it criminal that we incarcerate those who want to escape oppression only to be imprisoned for years in detention camps. I don’t like mining giants because of their pollution, but mainly I dislike it when governments gift millions of litres of our precious water resources to them. Balaclava wearers are extreme right wing racists when they’re attacking Muslims over something. I don’t hate farmers, we need them. A socialist federal Labor government shielded Australia from the GFC. Many LNP supporters are still in denial on that one. Socialism is all inclusive, the LNP is exclusive, and we’ve all seen what communism is about. The leaders and their backers take the cream and the masses can take a jump. A bit like the LNP really. John Cain, McCrae

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feet, clapping your hands or dancing. A wonderful opportunity for seniors to embrace the healing magic of music with a friend or a group is the Daytime Music + Theatre shows presented throughout the year at Frankston Arts Centre. With daytime tributes to Broadway legends, performances by Australian music theatre stars, and productions featuring hit songs from the War eras, there is something for everyone. Tickets start at just $19 and include light refreshments before the show - the perfect opportunity to experience all the benefits of the healing power of music for yourself! Daytime Music + Theatre Frankston Arts Centre | Bookings 03 9784 1060 or www.thefac.com.au The Broadway I Love Friday 20 March, 10.30am & 1.30pm Salute to the Anzacs Friday 24 April, 10.30am & 1.30pm The Sounds of Rodgers & Hammerstein Friday 15 May, 10.30am & 1.30pm The Australian Ballet School Wednesday 3 June, 1.30pm & 6pm Christmas in July – Friday 3 July, 10.30am & 1.30pm

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Green light for Greenways GREENWAYS is very proud of its village and community but understands that ‘making the move’ to a village is a big decision. There are lots of factors to consider. It may be that a resident has recommended life at Greenways. Or perhaps its reputation for more than 40 years as an honest and caring establishment has attracted you. Residents will tell you that so many aspects of your life can change positively when you live at Greenways. It is a rare opportunity but

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two units and one apartment became vacant last month. To help you choose, Greenways has listed some of the factors that its residents considered were most important when they were making the decision to move to Greenways’ village on the Peninsula: • Enables independence as you age • Downsizing while physically capable • Freedom from house responsibilities • Close to public transport and shops

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Peninsula’s top taxi service FRANKSTON Radio Cabs Pty Ltd evolved out of an association of Frankston taxi owners who met on May 18th 1961 at McCombs’ Garage. On the 10th December 1961 the company was formalised as Universal Radio Cabs Pty Ltd. In 2015 the company was aquired by Silver Top Taxis Service Pty Ltd, but continued to operate under the banner of Frankston Taxis. For your convenience the business premises are still localted locally and, have been for many years, recognised as the No.1 taxi company in our area. Our onsite workshop provides start of the art radio and dispatch equipment together with an experience technician to service the needs of our operators and affiliates.

Our modern fleet consists of not only conventional sedans but also Silver Service taxis and wheelchair accessible (WATS) vehicles capable of carring up to 10 passengers, as well as vehicles with extra luggage capacity. We have always taken great pride in and consistently strive to provide a professional service to our clients at all times. The managment and staff of Frankston Taxis are proud to service and be part of the Peninsula community.

EXPERIENCING new places, making new memories or new friends and having fun does not have an age limit. Daytripper tours provides just that to those on the Mornington Peninsula. With a variety of multi-day tours from Tassie to the Top End and Day trips to locations across Victoria. You are offered a wide choice of holiday destinations and we also offer trips to the popular Matinees. Are you 60+ ? Do you feel safer travelling with a group? Do you want to get out of the house? Do you want to meet new friends? Do you want to find a travel companion? Do you like to socialise? Do you like visiting new places or revisiting places seen in past years? If you answered YES to any of these questions, then JOIN US! Travelling in style in our luxury 29-seater coach, passengers are amazed by the extended leg room and the super comfortable seats that are “just like my comfy arm chair at home”. Our friendly service begins right from your first call. We are told “it’s like you’re sitting in

my loungeroom having a cuppa”. Meeting our host, who has enormous levels of patience and just the right amount of cheekiness and humour to make your trip fun. Our tours are designed in house, focussing on your interests, comfort, timing and maintaining a relaxed pace. Our home pick up service is included in all our multi-day trips for those living on the Mornington Peninsula and Melbourne Suburbs. This removes the stress of having to arrange transport to a departure point. Our Day Trip destinations are endless with collection points from Rosebud to Frankston and often beyond depending on the destination. We arrange fun and exciting trips for groups, clubs and retirement villages. Check out our Website, give us a call. sign up for our Newsletter or keep an eye on the local paper to see the tours we have coming up. For further information please contact our friendly team on 1300 274 880 or email:info@daytripper.com.au or find us on Facebook (@daytripperaustralia)

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Seniors Loving Life! Smile confidently with AuDentes®

Rockport - World Class Shoes WE’RE often told to “think on our feet,” but rarely about them. It is only when we develop foot problems, whether it is bunions, plantar fasciitis, hammer-toes, heel spurs or just sore feet, that we recognise how important they are. Bayside Shoes has been working in the “foot solutions “ business for over 30 years with specialist shoe manufacturers and orthopaedic professionals to ensure that we can find a solution for most foot problems. It is our great pleasure to announce that we are now collaborating with Rockport to deliver their range of high quality, orthotic friendly shoes together with our personalised shoe fitting service. What impressed us with Rockport is that they scrutinize every line and nuance of their shoes, from first sketch to final product to continuously strive for total quality in foot comfort, and shoe durability while looking stylishly good. The popular World Tour Classic is the ideal shoe for the traveller. The World Tour is packed with features including a walking platform construction providing support in the heel and forefoot as well as padded tongue, slip resistant

sole and full grain leather upper, World Tour is a light weight travel walker that is both light on your feet and in your luggage. The Trust Ride Prowalker shoe is a comfortable, premium leather, ladies walking shoe designed to have a more flexible forefoot with a mesh lining on the interior that lets your feet breathe. The lightweight EVA outsole gives excellent walking grip and stability. This is a great casual shoe that offers comfort and walking pleasure and is available in eyecatching Merlot red, Admiral blue or traditional black colours. Bayside Shoes also offers an extensive range of work and formal LARGE size shoes for women (11/42 – 15/46) and men (12 / 45 to 17/51). Bayside Shoes is located at 103 Railway Parade, Seaford on the corner of Clovelly Parade and has both free and disability parking near its entrance with wheel chair ramp access to the store. View the Bayside Shoes range on its website baysideshoewarehouse.com.au or phone 03 9785 1887 if you have an enquiry..

ARE you missing several, or all, of your teeth? You may be one of the many Australians who struggle to enjoy their food, speak naturally and smile with confidence? You’re not alone. Dr Philip Tan from Bayside Dental Specialists understands your situation – he has heard his patients express these frustrations many times throughout his career as a specialist dentist. Dr Tan offers a unique solution for those patients suffering from significant tooth loss with an implant retained full arch bridge procedure called AuDentes®. Utilising groundbreaking technology, his highly specialised team of surgeon, prosthodontist, anaesthetist and digital technician will provide your full arch implant bridge treatment in the one hospital visit under general anaesthetic. We asked Dr Tan why he offers the AuDentes® technique? “We have a desire to make the patient experience as easy and simple as possible” says Dr Tan. “In past years, immediately loaded prosthesis used to take

six, nine or ten months. It has become faster, for example with the All-on-4 technique, but patients still need to return for several visits after their surgery. This was rather frustrating for the patients; they asked why it couldn’t be done immediately.” So how is AuDentes® different? “With AuDentes® the patient receives a permanent prosthesis during their surgery, which takes approximately two hours. This makes it simpler and faster for the patient and makes recovery quicker and more comfortable.” Bayside Dental Specialists offer ‘Suitability Assessments’ for those who come to the practice without a dentist referral. You will meet one of their clinical team who will make an initial assessment of your suitability for the procedure and discuss the viability of AuDentes® treatment. Contact the Bayside Dental Specialist team today to organise your screening or consultation services on (03) 8256 9911.

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Seniors Loving Life! Overcome the challenge of stairs by future-proofing your home STAIRS are the most common place for accidents to occur in the home and falls from stairs can have serious consequences. Faced with this challenge, many people feel their only choice is to move to a single-level home. If you are going to enjoy your retirement, then you need to address the issue of the stairs; whether it is carrying groceries or wood upstairs, struggling to walk down them yourself, or whether friends and family find them so hard to navigate that they no longer visit. However when you go to look for single-storey homes, you may find that they are rare or expensive or just do not have the view. And besides, why lose all that money moving if you can stay safely in your home? Australian RESiLIFT® inventor, Peter van Emmerik, conceived the first ‘through-floor’ residential lift because he wanted to empower people to stay in their home as they aged. He wanted to design a lift that was able to be installed into existing homes at an affordable price. Peter’s award-winning lift has been replicated across the globe. His ground-breaking shaftless design was patented and has been the inspiration for many residential elevators. “I designed this lift so people could stay safely in the home they love,” says Peter. “It saves time, effort and money that would otherwise be wasted moving home. It also removes the emotional anguish of

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Pictured: Margot Ling installed a RESiLIFT 18 months ago so she could stay in her two-storey home. being uprooted from your family home.” Without a doubt, installing a RESiLIFT® enables people to stay in their two storey or split-level home without the limitations and dangers of stairs. “It’s such a relief! Now I know we can stay in our home! We love it!” says Margot Ling who installed a RESiLIFT® 18 months ago. She said, “We love the area, we love living here, why would we move?!”

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RESiLIFT® is not only an affordable solution, it’s a smart choice. The RESiLIFT® can be retrofitted into existing homes with minimal hassle. It can also be easily installed in new builds. Many people on the Peninsular install the RESiLIFT® in their holiday houses as they prepare for their sea change. Despite its very small footprint, RESiLIFT® still fits two people. There are three different sizes available,

some models can accommodate walkers and even wheelchairs. RESiLIFT® has truly been a ‘life-saver’ in many people’s homes. With the potential upheaval of an unexpected diagnosis, injury or surgery, it’s good to know that at least the challenge of stairs is removed. One customer initially installed the lift for when their elderly parent visited, but it later helped when their grandchild developed mobility issues.

For many customers who are still agile and mobile, the lift may just be used for carrying loads of washing, suitcases or groceries. This is much safer than carrying these items on the stairs and will help them stay fit enough to enjoy the rest of their retirement. Installing a residential lift in your home is enables you to stay in the home your love. For more information, videos and testimonials visit www.resilift.com.au.

Seniors Loving Life!

Live happy at St. John’s Village NESTLED on 15 Acres of landscaped gardens, St. John’s Retirement Village is a community of 167 units and serviced apartments located within the Somerville township, close to shopping, transport and community facilities on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. St. John’s offers all the security and comforts of home where residents enjoy a lifestyle of independence within a friendly, caring community of likeminded individuals.

The village offers wonderful facilities including a fully equipped dining room where you can enjoy a delicious two course meal any day of the week, library, community centre, craft room and gymnasium just to name a few. To compliment these fantastic facilities, we have numerous activities and groups for residents to enjoy at their own leisure or level of interest. The village bus operates regular shopping trips as well as other excursions. You can

participate in anything from weekly outings, exercise classes, fashion parades, games and film nights, craft and drama groups, residents’ workshop and so much more. The staff at St. John’s are committed to providing the highest of professional service. Outstanding care staff, together with 24-hour onsite emergency care provided 7 days per week gives residents and their families total security and peace of mind all year round.

Call to make a time to visit, we would love to meet you, give you a personal inspection of the facilities and meet some of our residents enjoying a wonderful retirement life. Come and see why St. John’s is the ‘Perfect Place to Live’ St. John’s Retirement Village is at 45 Park Lane, Somerville. Phone 5977 6955.

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Lifestyle living at Aviva

MORE THRILLS LOWER BILLS New 55+ community now open in Officer

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More Thrills Lower Bills at Aviva Communities Oﬃcer AFTER years of working most of us are dreaming of a retirement where we could do what we want to not what we have to do. Protecting your hard earned nest-egg or maximising how far the pension can stretch is on most people’s mind. Having some fun is also on people’s mind. So how do you balance your aspirations with practical things like managing a budget? Here’s how a home at Aviva Communities Officer can help you solve the problem: Our affordable new homes are priced from $389,000. With average home prices in Officer and surrounds ranging from $555,000 to

$675,000 you can put over $166,000 aside for your future • Because you are buying into a land lease community you don’t have to dish out costly stamp duty on your purchase • Because you own your home but lease the land on which it sits you pay no council rates and most people also find they can access government rental assistance as a further financial bonus • Because household energy costs are included as a benefit of living in the community you no longer have to worry about rising energy bills (*subject to a fair

Revolutionary vein clinic now on the peninsula JUST the mention of ‘varicose vein treatment’ can conjure up disturbing thoughts of vein ‘stripping’, major surgery and extended hospital stays. Thankfully times have changed and long gone are the days of painful surgery to remove unwanted and uncomfortable veins. Just ask Dr. Ganesha Param (known to his patients as Dr. Gan), who operates out of a state-of-the-art vein treatment facility in Frankston which champions the non-surgical removal of varicose and spider veins. ‘Varicose and spider veins unfortunately don’t discriminate and can affect both men and women of all ages. Influencers can be

hormones, work environments, pregnancy and genes to name a few. The great news is that treatment doesn’t need to result in lengthy recoveries and time off work or ongoing commitments. We find that many patients are unaware of the latest options available and how effective they are in treating varicose veins.’ The Doctor Vein clinic is situated at 7 Winifred Street, Frankston. To discuss your treatment options and book an initial consultation please contact 03 97810646 or email info@doctorvein.com.au. No referral required.

use policy) • Your home comes with access to The Lodge with gym, pool and spa, bowling green, sauna and more – all with no joining or monthly fees • You have access to our telecommunications package that offers you unlimited phone, mobile and internet from $75 per month • Because you live in a secure community you can save hundreds of dollars through our homeowner insurance policies Katrina Steel Head of Marketing at Aviva Communities says that the whole Aviva Communities model has been designed around

a deep understanding of the everyday demands of retirement. “People living on a fixed income want to know they can afford to live the way they want to live, not only now but into the future – at Aviva Officerwe can provide that certainty”. Aviva Communities Officer is located at 34 McMullen Road Officer. If you would like to find out more about our lifestyle living community or take a look at our homes whilst grabbing an information pack we are open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. If you would prefer to see us on the weekends call 1800 961 585.

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Seniors Loving Life! Experience the boutique retirement dream at Mountain View Leongatha MOUNTAIN View Leongatha is a boutique lifestyle retirement village. It will only have 45 villas on completion and is very unique compared to the many larger villages that exist. It is for this reason that many have made the move into this exclusive community. A lifestyle village for the active retiree or semi-retired who embraces life. Currently, Mountain View Leongatha has 43 residents occupying 26 villas. Mountain View Leongatha offers resort living everyday with the Community Centre operational right from the start which in turn has brought new residents in sooner rather than later. Family and friends are often seen using the salt-chlorinated pool, bowling green, lounge/dining and games areas â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it really is the

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hub of many activities. It is also a pet friendly village. Much thought was given to the interior design of the Villas which include 24 hour emergency call systems, contemporary kitchens, stylish living areas, spacious bathrooms and comfortable bedrooms and parking spaces or garages. The focus of building the villas was to enhance your lifestyle, security and freedom. Mountain View Leongatha helps people personalise their retirement, offering two financial options to suit your budget. The money saved when buying in at a lower price because we are regional, allows residents the opportunity to invest their savings and fund their lifestyle. We can provide assistance to help you understand the legal, financial and

service aspects when considering the benefits of a lifestyle change and answer any queries you may have regarding retirement living. Mountain View Leongatha is a lifestyle investment. We have had many residents move from the likes of Merimbula, Mount Martha, Bendigo, Lilydale & Pakenham. Many have chosen Leongatha as their new address because they know what South Gippsland has to offer â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they may have holidayed here in the past or have just decided to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city yet not be too far to return to Melbourne for day trips. Many have decided on the sea-change, tree-change and me-change. Leongatha township is a lovely country town with a range of facilities and great local hospital which recently had a $30m redevelopment.

Many great day trips are available within the Gippsland area and Melbourne is very accessible if the city beckons. Travel seems to be high on the list of things to do. Only a 30 minute trip from Leongatha and you will be on the coast with Wilsons Promontory National Park and Philip Island is not too far to also explore. So the choice is yours, either seachange or tree-change all in one. With only 9 Villas remaining we suggest that you consider us soon as the option to purchase will be reducing day by day due to this being a smaller boutique lifestyle village. Call now on 1300 306 255 to make an appointment or check out our website www. mountainviewleongatha.com.au and view the villas and village.

RESORT LIVING EVERY DAY. RETIRE IN SOUTH GIPPSLAND. Experience the boutique retirement dream at Mountain View Leongatha Be on a permanent holiday by joining our exclusive community. Choice of 2 & 3 bedroom master built luxury homes with single or double garages.

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WHAT’S NEW...

The Mornington Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo LOVE the Outdoors? Then the Mornington Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo is for you. A large selection of local and interstate exhibitors will be on site for the event, which starts on Thursday the 12th of March 11.00am – 5.00pm, Friday the 13th 10am – 5.00pm, Saturday the 14th 10.00am – 5.00pm and Sunday March 15th 10.00am – 4.00pm. This four day event – held for the second time at Mornington Racecourse will showcase everything from the latest in caravans, motorhomes, campervans and camper trailers, 4wd’s and 4x4 accessories to Metal Detectors, Party/Pontoon boats and Boats as well as fishing gear, demonstrations and activities for the whole family. “We are really excited to be here at Mornington again” says Richard Hiscock, the Exhibition Manager of The Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo. The year Expo will also include camping gear, holiday and adventure destinations, gold detecting and a unique range of outdoor furniture. There are bargains galore available at The Mornington Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo. Many exhibitors will be offering show specials, so make sure you drop in and grab yourself a bargain. There are also some fantastic door prizes to be won just by attending the Expo. “There is a lot to see, including demonstrations and activities for the whole family. We think it’s a fantastic day out for everyone” said Mr Hiscock.

to choose from. There will even be inflatable catamarans there. Both Lyal Eales Camping Stores and Malandy Outdoor will be there with a huge range of Camping equipment, all at clearout prices. Minelab will be demonstrating their new detector models and show you how to find a gold nugget! Hillbilly Camping gear and Primo Grills will also be there with their Campfire cooking equipment. 4wd enthusiasts will also find lots to love about the Expo, as they will be able to view the latest in 4x4 equipment, with TJM Mornington and Rhino 4 x 4 accessories and technology. What Can You Do There? If you are an experienced caravan or camper looking to upgrade, or a first timer there is something for everyone at the Mornington Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo. If it is information that you are looking for be it fishing, boating, and the do’s and don’ts of camping then come along and talk to the experts. The great thing about having the Expo in Mornington is also the economic benefit the Expo has on the area. “We have many people, both exhibitors and public coming from everywhere, staying for up to 5 days in the town and it’s surrounds, as well as visiting the Expo, they’ll be able to have a good look around the area and the Mornington Peninsula ”

Who Is At The Expo? Interested in Caravan and Camping? The extensive list of exhibitors include New age Caravans, Ian Grants Caravans, Lotus, Kokoda Caravans, Hilltop Caravans, Retreat, Great Escape Caravans, Fantasy Caravans and many others as well as Motorhomes. If it is a camper trailer you are looking for we are well represented by Cub Campers,

Lumberjack Campers, Goldfields Campers, Rhinomax Campers and many more. A large variety of small boutique companies will also be exhibiting their wares. For Premium ute canopies and lids, PJ’s 4 x 4 will be there as well. Regal Marine, JV Marine, Melbourne Marine, Moose Marine and Merry Fisher Boats will be there with a huge range of Boats and accessories

Where Is The Expo? March 12 – 15 2020 – Mornington Racecourse Thursday 11am – 5pm Friday 10am to 5pm Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday 10am to 4pm Adults $15, Concessions $12, and Under 16s are free. Free Car Parking Eftpos available for Entry.

Cherry Lane Children’s Wesley Orbison presents A Salute To Roy Orbison Centre in Seaford is turning ten WE are so proud to be celebrating our 10th year of being open and educating children. We would love to thank all of our parents, past and present, the community and especially our teachers for all of their hard work and dedication. We come together with our families, the children and the teachers, enabling and encouraging our children to explore their own thinking and learning. Our teachers support children to be masters of their own learning by becoming self-learners and risk takers. Within our curriculum we have specialist classes to encourage our children to participate in all aspects of their learning. Our teachers, help our children expand their learning on topics, such as, gardening, sustainability, sport, art and science. We love our natural environments, with lots of trees, plants, mud patches and water, (with a bush kinder and new kinder and prekinder yard to come in 2021), Children can learn so much whilst ‘playing’ outside. Learning about ecosystems, animals, life cycles, sustainability and so much more. Our children learn about compassion and caring for animals by tending to our chickens and learning how to plant, grow and harvest vegetables and fruit with our extensive vegetable patches and fruit trees. We play, explore and learn outside in the trees, gardens and embracing nature, this does include getting muddy, dirty and wet. Our regular outings takes the classroom into the community. The classroom is wherever the children are, exploring and extending our children’s learning. Our service is relaxing, cosy and comfortable. The classrooms are bright with natural light, lots of open windows and spacious areas. Our service is open, equal, natural and fosters children that their learning is endless. We encourage children to use glasses, crockery, metal cutlery, glass jars for paint, vases and much more. We use natural materials as art mediums, building, ‘pretend’ play and have minimal plastic equipment. You are welcome to come for a tour of our service at any time, no need to make an appointment.

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DIRECT from the USA “You Got It! – a salute to Roy Orbison” Live In Concert. Wesley Orbison, Roy Orbison’s eldest son is very proud to fully endorse and present this amazing live concert experience remembering his father as we relive the sound & all the magical hits of Music Legend Roy Orbison in an International production starring The sensational Voice From Downunder John Stephan. This is the only show of its kind in the world and is officially endorsed & presented by Roy Orbison’s eldest son Wesley Orbison. Featuring spoken word from Wesley with a very personal narrative of Roy’s intriguing yet tragic life. Superstar Roy Orbison was one of the world’s greatest and most successful Rock n Roll Music Legends of all time. Internationally Renowned Artist John Stephan will be celebrating & and paying the ultimate homage to The Big O showcasing all his classic hits together with Roy Orbison’s massive 15 number 1 hits right across the world with a special touch to the hugely popular “The Traveling Wilburys”. With a voice filled with warmth, emotion and a fouroctave range, “the voice from down under” will take audience members on an incredible trip through the storied career of Orbison, covering a multitude of his chart-topping hits. “You Got It! A Salute to Roy Orbison”. Direct from Las Vegas “YOU GOT IT! – A Salute to ROY

ORBISON” will see audiences mesmerised in an unforgettable live International Concert Experience starring multi award winning artist “ The Voice From Downunder” John Stephan with over 10 million albums sold worldwide that feature his sensational voice and a string of National & International awards. Come and relive the glory days as singer songwriter

John Stephan performs Roy Orbison’s iconic hits such as “Pretty Woman”, “Crying”, “I Drove All Night”, “Leah”, “Working For The Man”, “Blue Bayou “Only The Lonely”, “In Dreams”, “Blue Angel”, “You Got It”, “Running Scared” and many many more. Working alongside the best in the business John Stephan has garnered strong support & friendship with some of the mu-

sic industry’s most prestigious producers and writers including Walter Afanasleff, Babyface, Dann Huff, Vince Gill & Jorgen Elofsson to name a few – he has shared the stage with some of the world’s finest artists including Faith Hill, Kenny Chesney, Jewel, Keith Urban, Taylor Swift and many more. He has toured Japan, USA and parts of Europe and based himself in the USA starring in his show on the Las Vegas Strip, Maui & Nashville to thunderous applause and standing ovations. “John Stephan has the powerful voice and compelling stage presence of a superstar! In his songs he truly captures the emotions and power of music at it’s very best” – Vince Gill (19 Grammy Awards, 10 CMA Awards Country Music Hall Of Fame Inductee) “John Stephan is passionate as a lyricist and an extremely moving performer. I took one listen to this guy and decided I wanted to do everything in my power to help catapult John Stephan to the top !” - Dann Huff ( producer & guitarist – Michael Jackson, Celine Dion, Keith Urban, Faith Hill ) “By experiencing this show you could not get any closer to the late great music legend Roy Orbison” – (Tony Conway Roy Orbison’s former booking agent) This is one hit concert experience not to be missed ! Frankston Arts Centre Saturday 21 March, 8pm Tickets at thefac.com.au

THE Peninsula Marquee by Polperro Winery returns to Neds Mornington Cup Day, Saturday 21 March. The Peninsula Marquee will showcase some of the very best local produce in the all-inclusive menu paired perfectly with delicious wines by Polperro. Located trackside, experience fine culinary whilst taking in the beautiful surrounds of Mornington Racecourse, along with live music by a DJ, saxophone & vocalist trio. To purchase tickets, please visit mrc.racing.com

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frank conversation – as people directly responsible for the training of health professionals, what might they do to try to shift these toxic cultures? For many, these issues were deeply personal – they had all worked in clinical environments, and the pressures were viscerally familiar. They formed the Sydney Arts & Health Collective, and began to share stories with theatre academic Paul Dwyer, himself the youngest son of an orthopaedic surgeon. Dismayed by the stories he heard, Paul approached critically acclaimed verbatim theatre maker David Williams to create a play that might offer a space to shed light on these issues. Vividly brought to life by a cast of four extraordinary actors, the play takes the audience on an unforgettable journey. There will be laughter, there will be shock, and there will be tears. The stories within Grace Under Pressure will leave no audience member unaffected. Alternative Facts presents Grace Under Pressure at Frankston Arts Centre on Thursday 30 April. Tickets: $27-$35 Bookings: 03 9784 1060 or thefac.com.au

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100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...

Frankston Gas Works responds to criticism Compiled by Cameron McCullough To the Editor Sir, Your article on the above matter in your issue of 6th inst. might have been ignored as beneath notice if it had not contained statements some of which were untrue and others very unfair comment. You infer that the stoppage of the work on the Friday night referred to might have been obviated if we had taken the trouble to order coal in time. Every effort was made to obtain the coal, but it was refused by the Coal Board. A further request was made on the preceding Wednesday, and again refused, and the writer left for Frankston that afternoon to arrange for due notice of the impending stoppage of the works. On his arrival there a phone message came through, advising that the Coal Board had reconsidered the company’s request, and intended issuing an order for a truck of coal. This order was not available until Thursday, and by the time the coal could be carted from yards and loaded it was Friday before the truck could be despatched. The Railway Department gave special attention, and hurried the truck through, but it was midday on the Saturday before it reached Frankston. Our staff did all possible to meet the situation, and gas was available in the afternoon for cooking and lighting, but there was not a sufficient quantity to enable the gas engines of the electric plant to be started, hence the position at the Mechanics’ Hall, to which you

refer. Perhaps recent happenings and metropolitian newspaper reports will show you and others that the coal position was very acute three weeks ago, and is still worse to-day. It should be borne in mind that a coal which will do for steaming and household purposes may be quite unsuitable for gas-making. With the exception of a period of about two hours during the recent seamen’s strike, there has been no stoppage of a gas output during the whole period of the company’s ownership of the works. In regard to your complaint of not being properly advised of the stoppage, one of our staff called at your place amongst others, but he found no one on the premises. One of your staff, however, was advised of the position on the Thursday. You have, therefore, no reason to complain of exceptional treatment. Reference is made to purifying the gas. For your information, this matter has been under consideration for some time past, but the difficulty has been to make the connections without a stoppage of the gas supply. The present stoppage affords the opportunity of adding another purifier if we can secure a sufficient supply of cement, which like many other things, is a very scarce commodity at present. Every effort will be made to install the purifier during the enforced stoppage. In conclusion, let me add that running a gas and electric light works is no easy proposition under existing

circumstances, especially when it is remembered that during the past twelve months there have been, about six months of shipping strikes, with all their disturbing influences – as only those engaged in running plants or manufacturing can adequately appreciate. All credit is due to our staff for the way they have worked under most trying conditions. Yours faithfully, JOHN DITCHBURN. Managing Director. Melbourne, February 18, 1920. *** LAST Saturday the town was gay with bunting in honor of the return of Corporal Bray, of Petrie Street, after several years’ active service abroad. *** A NUMBER of interesting items dealt with by the Frankston Progress Association at its meeting held on Tuesday last will be given space in next week’s “Standard.” *** FRANKSTON is entering on its third week minus a light supply. In the meanwhile the Gas Company’s representative spills good ink in a futile endeavor to justify his position. Can he name another town in Victoria that was deprived of its lighting facilities during the strike just ended? Frankston’s hope lies Melbourneward. *** WEDNESDAY nights in Frankston are now vested with special interest, and large crowds gather weekly to witness pictures screened under the able management of the lessee, Mr W.

L. Hooper. The increasing attendances is sufficient proof of the excellence of the entertainment offered. Next Wednesday night the two big star features are “Fighting for Gold,” with Tom Mix in the chief role, and “The Suppressed Order” said to be a really capital drama. *** MRS Dalman, secretary, desires to acknowledge a donation of £1 1s from Dr. Maxwell, to the funds of the Frankston Tennis Club. *** MISS Nellie Thomson, milliner and draper, of Young Street, who is about to visit Queensland, where her relatives reside, desires it to be known that her business establishment will be closed from the 2nd till 27th March. *** THE Gloria Light comes to Frankston with an Australasian record, and harassed householders will welcome it as a reliable and economical illuminant. Messrs G E Rogers and Son are the local agents, and the light is to be seen at their establishment in Playne Street. *** MR A. T. Walters announces in another column that he has purchased the baking and catering business of Messrs Burton and Law, Frankston. Mr Walters comes from the flourishing town of Leongatha, where he resided for seven years. *** LADIES of Frankston and district will welcome, the announcement that Mr R. A. Innes, practical mechanic, is available to repair sewing machines, etc.

Full particulars appear in advertisement. *** ON the occasion of last week’s visit the Governor-General’s Party was met at the Frankston railway station by cars from the Peninsula Motor Garage. Despite the extremely sandy nature of the unmade roads the two powerful Buicks accomplished their task in fine style under the skillful management of the Company’s expert chauffeurs greatly to the astonishment and delight of His Excellency. *** THE building at Somerville known as the old school, has just been removed. The dismantling of this old landmark, erected in the early sixties revived memories of happy school-boy days in the minds of more than one of our old residents. *** THE members of the Frankston Branch of the R.S.S.I.L.A. intend entertaining the members of the Mornington Racing Club at the Mechanics’ Hall to-morrow evening, when Mr Herbert Downward will submit a financial statement to the Memorial Committee in connection with the recent benefit race meeting. A cheque for £200 on account has already been received by Mr A. G. Wilcox, president of the local branch and when the final settlement is made it is expected that the amount raised for the Frankston fund will exceed £300. *** FROM the pages of the Mornington Standard, 27 February 1920

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The Octogenarian’s Smorgasbord By Stuart McCullough RECENTLY my father turned 80. Which, given his insatiable appetite for danger, is quite an achievement. For a man who regards a ‘use by date’ as a serving suggestion, his state of rude health is nothing short of a miracle. Eightieth birthdays don’t come along too often and it was an event we marked by heading to the hills to a restaurant called ‘The Cuckoo’. It had been a family favourite for a time and after an intermission of some thirty years, it seemed only fitting that we should return. For those unfamiliar with ‘The Cuckoo’, it’s one of those ‘all you can eat’ establishments and, for a long time, was the connoisseur’s choice when it came to dining / floorshow experiences, especially when compared to the brasher, flashier ‘Swagman’ restaurant. If ‘The Swagman’ was the Mount Olympus of smorgasbords, ‘The Cuckoo’ was more your Mount Donna Buang – practical, down to earth and accessible by Corolla. We felt more comfortable there. When, in the early nineties, The Swagman burned to a cinder like a gigantic piece of pork crackling, we felt strangely vindicated. They were big trips. Epic voyages from Tyabb to Dandenong Ranges during which we listened to a cassette entitled ‘The Beatle Ballads’ that my father received free with a magazine. The trip was especially daunting as it involved the piloting of a Toyota Tarago through the winding roads of the Dandenongs in the dark. This was back in the eighties, long before head-

lights had been perfected. It’s not for the faint hearted. The engine would roar with strain on the way up and there was always the chance the entire exercise would need to be abandoned because the family mini-van simply wasn’t up to the task. Long queues of more agile vehicles would form behind us as we pressed on towards

our culinary destination. Once there, it was a case of keeping a lid on your excitement. The idea that you could eat whatever you liked in whatever quantity you desired was mind blowing as a teenager. Until that time, meals had never really involved choice. They simply were as they were. But the freedom to stack your

plate with a mountain of sauerkraut was eye-opening, even if that particular choice would have profound consequences for fellow travelers on the trip home. On one fateful trip, I ate an entire bowl of caviar believing this represented sound value for money, despite the fact it didn’t taste very good. Having consumed a lifetime’s supply in one evening, I’ve not taken so much as a mouthful since. People look down on places like ‘The Cuckoo’ but I’ve no idea why. There’s something incredibly egalitarian about them. Not matter what your status, you’ve got to line up for pavlova, just like everybody else. It’s odd, when you think about it. There are tonnes of television shows about cooking and restaurants, but not a single one about theatre restaurants. In an ideal world, a contestant would be required to whip up a croquembouche before performing ‘Adel Weis’ using nothing but cowbells whilst wearing lederhosen. That’s entertainment. Restaurants that feature a floor show never get the respect they deserve. More’s the pity. I can see why my father’s so fond of the place. ‘All you can eat’ has a certain, undeniable appeal for him and those of his generation. My father was born during World War II into a world of conflict, of rationing and uncertainty. Now that I think about it, it’s slightly ironic that we chose to celebrate his birthday at a German restaurant at all. He grew up in a town called Rushworth in Northern Victoria, where a term like ‘smorgasbord’ would see you treated with the

upmost suspicion. He’s come a long way in eighty years. Rushworth is a small town, not too far from Shepparton. My father went from that small town to living in Coburg to finish schooling at University High before going to university and working as a high school teacher, a Personnel Manager/Administrator with the CRB and newsagent before retiring to become an agent provocateur. He’s experienced a lot, but appears to have missed the nineteen sixties entirely. Despite being born in the same year as John Lennon, he was strangely immune to the Beatles. Just the one cassette. In the car. He never owned anything that remotely resembled rock music. He almost took a perverse pride in having willfully obscure taste. Luckily, he embraced the nineteen seventies with relish and owned a number of vests, baby blue suits and sideburns so large that they could be seen from space. That he carried these through into the eighties says more about his sense of sartorial loyalty than it does his sense of fashion. It’s strange to think that my father is now an octogenarian. What he’ll do with an extra six arms is a mystery to me. All the better to pile as much as possible onto his plate, I guess. Life itself is something of a smorgasbord – it’s impossible to do everything, you have to make choices. All any of us can hope for is that we make enough right choices to make a trip to the Dandenongs worth the while. Happy birthday Pete. Avoid the caviar. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

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A CENTURY from Jake Theobald got Heatherhill over the line in a nail biter against Pines. Chasing 253 to win on day two, Heatherhill had a tough task ahead of them. Heatherill ended up in a difficult position at 7/156 before Theobald took control. He scored 102 not out. Heatherhill ended up getting over the line with just two wickets in hand and four balls left to spare. Things were more comfortable for Somerville on Saturday, as they put Moorooduc to the sword. Somerville had already wrapped up a win on day one, and were looking for an outright win on day two. They made 274 in their first innings in response to Moorooduc’s 104. Moorooduc made 187 in their second innings on day two. Somerville came in to bat for eight overs and made the 20 runs they needed to secure the outright win. Pearcedale also had a tough day on Saturday, succumbing to an innings defeat at the hands of Red Hill. The Hillmen declared for 242, with Pearcedale making just 72 in response. Pearcedale were made to follow on, and didn’t fare any better in their sec-

ond innings. They were dismissed for 52 runs, losing outright by an innings and over 100 runs. At Ditterich Reserve, Long Island chased down Main Ridge’s total. Needing 161 to win, Long Island reached their target with six wickets in hand. Brad Bailey’s unbeaten century was the highlight.

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SEAFORD Tigers managed to secure the narrowest of wins over Dromana on Saturday. Chasing 158 to win, a middle order collapse put Seaford Tigers in a world of trouble. A half century from opener Ashley Mills to kick their innings off ended up proving the difference. The Tigers steadied the ship late, and ended up scraping over the line with just one wicket to spare. At Cyril Fox Reserve, Crib Point failed to chase down an attainable target against Delacombe Park. Needing 119 to win, Crib Point were never able to get going. None of their batsmen were able to stand up, and they ended up all out for just 100. Andrew Stapleton was the best of the bowlers, taking 4/32. Those were his best figures for the year. Both sides came out for a second innings, but neither wrapped up a second

innings win. After grabbing a first innings win on day one, Hastings weren’t able to go on to defeat Mt Martha outright on day two. Having chased down a total of 80, Hastings started on 1/104 on the second day of play. They declared for 197. Mt Martha had a better second innings, batting out the day and finishing at 8/172. At Olympic Park, Rosebud secured a win on their home turf. They defeated Carrum by 80 runs. Michael Clavin grabbed a five wicket haul for the winning side.

SUB DISTRICT

SEAFORD managed to defeat Boneo in a low scoring contest on Saturday. Chasing 104 to win, a knock of 48 from opener Dil Pageni proved helpful for Seaford. Their middle order didn’t offer much support, but they still managed to get over the line with five wickets to spare. Seaford ended up collapsing soon after wrapping up a first innings victory, and were bowled out for 138. Boneo came in for a second innings and finished the day at 0/55. Skye had a tough day at home, being smashed by an innings. Their Tootgarook opponents were

ruthless. Having chased down 108 to win on day one, Tootgarook declared at the close of play last week at 7/247. Skye made just 85 runs in their second innings off less than 30 overs, dooming them to an innings defeat. Adeel Hussain took five wickets for the victors. Frankston YCW also did things comfortably on Saturday. They made quick work of Ballam Park. Having set a total of 320 on day one, the Stonecats were near certainties to win. Ballam Park couldn’t even get close, being bowled out for 102 on the second day of play. The Stonecats bowling lineup shared the load, with five different bowlers grabbing wickets. Balnarring weren’t able to chase down a target of 205 as they played host to Rye. Batsman Brenton Taylor scored 48 and was the best performer for the losing side. They fell short by 68 runs. At Bunguyan Reserve, Carrum Downs wrapped up a win over Tyabb.

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ing the day at 215 not out. The massive total moved him up to fourth on the list of run scorers across the division this season. His Old Boys side were chasing 212 to win against Flinders. They ended up making 4/270. The top of the table clash between Sorrento and Mt Eliza ended up being a one sided affair, with Sorrento succumbing to a tough defeat. The top of the ladder Sharks had a shocking day, not getting anywhere near their target of 171. They were bowled out for a paltry total of 76. Tom Baron was excellent for Mt Eliza on day two, bowling 15 maidens from his 31 overs. He finished with figures of 5/27. At Lloyd Park, Langwarrin managed to grab a narrow 30 run win over Baxter. Langwarrin made 180 on day one. Baxter’s run chase got off to a nightmare start, and at 4/10 they had a lot of work to do. Their middle order got things back on track but the damage had been done. Baxter ended up all out for 151. At Alexandra Park, Baden Powell defended their total of 326 with ease. Mornington made 156 before being sent packing. Thomas Panich worked hard for them, putting 86 runs on the board.

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Seaford, Chelsea still in Cup SOCCER

By Craig MacKenzie SEAFORD United and Chelsea were the only local clubs to survive last weekend’s round of FFA Cup matches. Chelsea defeated Laverton 5-3 on penalties after the sides were locked at 1-1 after 120 minutes. Chelsea’s goal came from last year’s club top scorer Tom Woods seconds before the end of normal time. At North Seaford Reserve on Sunday the home side triumphed 3-0 over Albert Park in a match highlighted by the sending off of Albert Park’s Kyle Maclean in the 22nd minute, a twice saved penalty in the second half by Seaford keeper Justin Holland and the appearance off the Seaford bench of club legend Andy Lancaster in the 65th minute. In the 15th minute a superb through ball from Ryan Ramsden set up Waugh but he was tripped and a penalty awarded. Seaford player-coach and sweeper Matt Morris-Thomas converted with ease to make it 1-0. Maclean’s second yellow for body checking Waugh ended his part in the contest and gave the home side an important advantage in the hot conditions. A minute into the second half Scott Webster played the ball over the top and Waugh knocked it over the head of a defender as he turned inside before hitting home a low right-foot shot to make it 2-0. In the 53rd minute Ramsden got clear thanks to a quick long throw from Waugh on the left and neatly lobbed the advancing keeper to make it 3-0. When assistant coach Lancaster came on you’d be excused for thinking this was a Bayside Cup tie but he quickly showed his touch and despite the generation gap some of his younger teammates were put to shame as the ball bounced and bobbled away from them on regular occasions. Webster tripped the best player on the pitch, Albert Park’s Domenic Hendry, giving away a penalty in the 81st minute. Goodness knows why Hendry didn’t attempt the conversion because the twice taken attempts from Eric Orfanos were poor and enabled Holland to redeem himself after looking uncertain in the air in the early part of the match. Somerville Eagles lost 4-1 to fellow State 5 South opponent Endeavour United in their cup clash at Monterey Reserve last Friday night.

Cup action: Baxter’s Dan Disseldorp (blue and white) kept Darebin United striker Athanasios Tozios in check at Baxter Park on Saturday. Picture: John Punshon

Somerville was disappointing with little potency up front and when you deliver the ball into the attacking third the way it did for the most part then recognised goalscorers such as Dave Greening have little chance of being effective. A side story to this one was the clash of rival coaches and close friends Billy Rae of Somerville and Endeavour’s Billy Armour as the former had been appointed Armour’s assistant late last year before taking on the Somerville job. It took 14 minutes for Endeavour to open the scoring through ex-Langwarrin and Frankston Pines striker Matty Durand with the big man’s well placed header eluding Somerville keeper Nathan Brown. Somerville went further behind later in the half when Brown was caught out by Francois Armansin’s volley which sailed over his head and Somerville came close to hitting back in the 40th minute when Greening struck a superbly timed volley from the edge of the area that thundered against the bar. In the second half Somerville hit back after an excellent interpassing move on the right of the area was finished by Andrew Cook to make it 3-1. But thoughts of a comeback were dashed via a bullet header from Endeavour’s Anthony Mesquita Varudo at the near post.

Mesquita Varudo had just come off the bench and his untracked run to get on the end of a Euclides Goncalves corner from the right was a damning indictment of Somerville’s defence. Durand’s second in injury time completed the scoreline. On Saturday Baxter went down 2-0 at Baxter Park to Darebin United in their cup contest. Baxter more than held its own for long periods but a combination of poor finishing, shoddy defending and some fine goalkeeping from Darebin’s Nick Tzoutzidis proved to be its downfall. Charlie O’Connell raced clear in the 15th minute only to volley over and five minutes later Nico Duric and Nat Daher combined to set up Lewis Gibson who shot wide. Two minutes later Daher was at the near post as O’Connell drove in a low cross but Daher’s first time flick was wide. Darebin’s James Burbos volleyed home the opener in the 29th minute then four minutes later Tzoutzidis tipped over a Daher volley. Baxter should have levelled in the 40th minute when a Gibson corner was latched onto by Daher whose shot was parried by Tzoutzidis to Matt McDermott and his header struck the underside of the bar. Right on half-time Darebin’s Chris

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Dimitropoulos shot over from close range. In the 70th minute Burbos shot wide when well positioned but five minutes later a long low shot from Jordan Constan bounced in front of diving Baxter keeper James Foster and inside the far post to make it 2-0. A minute later Darebin’s Frankie Drakopoulos was sent off but by then the damage was done. Baxter has confirmed that it has lost both Stuart McKenzie and Tim Lee this season due to work commitments but it should still be very competitive especially once the fitness and sharpness of O’Connell improves. The young striker is returning from a knee injury that stopped him playing at Mornington but Baxter is looking forward to developing his partnership with Nathan Yole who was unavailable for the cup clash. From all reports Yole has recovered from a chronic back injury and if O’Connell stays sound physically they should play an important part in how Baxter’s season pans out. Young Seaford striker Conor Mcfall trained at Baxter last week. The draw for the next round of the FFA Cup took place as went to press and included Frankston Pines along with other State 3 teams. Matches take place this weekend. Last weekend’s friendly results:

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Langwarrin 0 Box Hill United 1; Werribee City 4 Mornington 2 (Bentley, Gordon); Peninsula Strikers 0 South Springvale 1; Pakenham Utd 1 Skye Utd 5 (Nowakoski 2, Turner, Saffin, Collier); Frankston Pines 0 Beaumaris 4; Aspendale Stingrays 4 (Macnab penalty, Garside, Hughes, Timuska-Carr) Tullamarine 3; Endeavour Sporting 5 Mount Martha 3 (Mooney 2, Sanderson); Rosebud 3 (Osorio, Hicks, Pagliarulo) Maribyrnong Greens 0. An outstanding goalkeeping display from Box Hill’s Christian Rossi kept Langwarrin at bay on Saturday while his counterpart at the other end of the pitch, James Burgess, let in a soft goal in the second half. Mornington was 2-0 up against Werribee but its NPL2 opponent drew level before scoring twice in the last four minutes including a controversial penalty. Sam Scott got through 45 minutes for the first time in nine months and there may be more good news from Dallas Brooks Park shortly. South Springvale took the lead against Strikers after 19 minutes and the best chance for the home side fell to Ben Doree in the second half but he struck the side netting. All four Fijian internationals –midfielder Savenaca Baledrokadroka, goalkeeper Asaeli Batikasa, defender Peni Tuigulagula and striker Tito Vodowaqa – played for Pines against Beaumaris and did well. Pacy striker Mitch Lander has returned to Pines and scored a hat-trick in Saturday night’s reserves match. State 5 South outfit Aspendale Stingrays are keen to bolster their senior squad and are on the lookout for another defender, a midfielder and a striker. If interested contact head coach Lee Barber at unclee01@gmail.com or club president Derrick Berends at president@aspendalesc.com. The seniors train on Tuesday and Thursday at Cornish College, Bangholme at 6.30pm but plan to move to Jack Grut Reserve in the next few weeks when training will start at 7.30pm. This week’s pre-season friendlies: SATURDAY: Langwarrin v Nunawading City, Lawton Park, 4.30pm (U18s), 2pm (U20s), 4pm (seniors); Mornington v Caroline Springs George Cross, Dallas Brooks Park, 4pm; Bentleigh Cobras v Peninsula Strikers, Lemnian Community Centre, Braeside, 11am & 1pm; HMAS Cerberus v Rosebud, Cerberus Naval Base, 1pm & 3pm.

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well and fought off Kings Will Dream when it counted.” The valuable future broodmare won’t be fazed by the extra furlong of the 2000m Australian Cup having finished runners-up in the Group 2 Matriarch Stakes over the track and trip last preparation before running into second in the Sandown Classic (2400m) at her next start. Begg said they won’t need to do too much with Miss Siska heading into Sat-

urday’s Group 1 contest. “She’s a pleasure to train and she makes my job easy,” he said. “She just goes and gets the job done, comes home and eats up at night. We don’t overwork her, we just let her poke through her gears. Steve Roberts down there [at Pinecliff] does a wonderful job with the staff and he’s got her going really well.” Following on from her run in the Australian Cup, Begg said a trip up to

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Sydney could also be on the cards for Miss Siska if all goes to plan on Saturday. “We’ve had a bit of luck up there in the last two years and we’ll certainly head up there if we think it’s right,” he said. “We’ve got to be mindful of wet tracks up there because she loves being up on top of the ground, so we’ll see how it plays out.”

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