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Changing of the guard: Kevin English, Les Ingram, Bryan Phelan, and John Webb of the Frankston Coast Guard farewell their old building Picture: Gary Sissons
Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au THE Frankston Coast Guard has packed up and moved out of their old building in Pier Promenade, which is set to be demolished. The old building in Frankston will be knocked down after Frankston Council voted unanimously to help relocate the Coast Guard to a new temporary location at its 13 August public meeting. The Coast Guard has been lobbying council to approve the demolition of the building on Pier Promenade since September 2017, when council voted to defer a decision to allocate $55,000 in funding towards further planning and consultation. Mayor Cr Colin Hampton said that demolition was necessary and that council was working hard to help secure funding for a new building. “It’s unfortunate with the state of the building that it has to be pulled down. I have to say council is lobbying very hard with both state and federal governments to try and ascertain some funding to get a new facility built, but in the meantime we’re accommodating the coast guard at the Mechanics Hall. Let’s just hope our advocacy is successful,” he said. The council agreed to approve an occupancy agreement for the Coast Guard to use the Mechanics Institute in Frankston as a temporary space at the cost of $10 per annum in rent. The Coast Guard will occupy two rooms in that space until the construction of a new building is completed. Frankston Coast Guard volunteer
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Let there be light: Dunkley candidate Peta Murphy visited Gary Buckenera at Frankston Park to announce a Labor government would commit funding to new lights at the ground. The State Liberal party also pledged their support. Picture: Supplied
Lights, camera, action for Dolphins FRANKSTON Dolphins have taken a major step towards funding new broadcast quality lights at their Frankston Park ground, with the federal Liberal party this week announcing an $850,000 contribution to the cause. The money will be put towards the new lighting structures, which could see the ground host night matches to be broadcast on television. Member for Dunkley Chris Crewther visited Frankston Park on 26 August to announce the funding.
“Broadcast quality lighting is vital for the future growth of professional footy in the Frankston area and will help to showcase our region on the national stage. This investment will give our local footballers a clearer pathway to elite opportunities and will also help to attract AFL and AFLW games to the Mornington Peninsula,” Mr Crewther said. “This is not a promise reliant on an election. It is budgeted and costed funding.” At total of 2.35 million has now
been committed to the project, with Frankston Council also chipping in $850,000 in addition to the state Labor government’s $650,000 contribution. The project is expected to cost $2.5 million, but Frankston Dolphins president Peter Geddes is hopeful of raising the remaining funds. “We are in discussion with our current and extended stakeholder bodies regarding project contingency funding of up to $150,000 and are confident that we can also secure that
funding if required,” he said. Mr Geddes said that the new lighting was a crucial key to improving Frankston Park. “These lights are really needed. We’re looking to establish what we call a tier two facility, second to the major stadiums. We want to showcase VFL, VFLW, AFLW, and also local Mornignton Peninsula games,” he said. Works are expected to commence before the end of the year with the hope of being finished in time for the
beginning of the 2019 VFL season. Discussions have been held to host AFLW and AFL preseason matches. The Labor candidate for the seat of Dunkley Peta Murphy visited Frankston Park, now named ‘SkyBus Stadium’ after a sponsorship deal, and announced a $1 million contribution to the project if Labor were elected at the next federal election. The commitment for funding from the federal Liberal party came four days after this announcement. Brodie Cowburn
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Bonbeach’s best: Lifesaver Chelsey Reindel is congratulated by Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny on her nomination for a volunteer’s award Picture: Supplied
Lifesaver a top Victorian volunteer Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au A YOUNG lifesaver has been recognised for over a decade of volunteer work with the Bonbeach Life Saving Club by being nominated for the Premier’s Volunteer Champion Awards. Carrum VCE student Chelsey Reindel said she was “quite honoured” to have received the nomination. “I didn’t go into life saving thinking I’d get something out of it. It was more just to help the community out and help people learn new skills,” she said. Ms Reindel first joined the life saving club 15 years ago at the age of
three, and has taken on more responsibility over the years. The club has repaid her efforts by putting her up for the award. “I’ve been coaching Nippers for a couple of years now. I have also helped with a multicultural group that we have that have never seen the water before. Basically we help them come out and start doing life saving and start enjoying the beach,” she said. “I didn’t know I was put up for this award until I got told by the life saving club. Someone else puts you up for it, and they did.” Ms Reindel and the other nominees in the award will attend a function at Government House on 9 September, where winners will be announced.
One of the 60 nominees will be recognised as Victoria’s Volunteer of the year, and receive $10,000 to be donated to the charity of their choice. The award was won last year by Riley Briese, an equality advocate who was recognised for his work with transgender people in regional Victoria. Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny also applauded Ms Reindel for her work with the lifesaving club. “Volunteers are the backbone of our community with wonderful people like Chelsey giving up their time for others. This is truly something to celebrate and these awards are our way of saying thank you” Ms Kilkenny said.
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Major works are taking place along the Frankston line at Seaford Road during August and September 2018. To allow for these works, changes will be in place that will affect the way you travel.
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From 8.15pm Saturday 8 September until 6am Sunday 16 September: • between Carrum and Frankston • between Frankston and Stony Point
From Friday 17 August until Friday 28 September: • Seaford Road between Bayside Grove and Elsie Avenue • Railway Parade between Seaford Road and Johnstone Street There will also be periodic disruptions at Overton Road, between New Street and Wells Road. Traffic management will be in place as we complete final project works on the Skye/Overton level crossing removal. Residents and local traders will retain access.
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relevant stakeholders to develop plans for a new and permanent home for gymnastics and tennis at Centenary Park and an expanded indoor stadium at Jubilee Park.” The planned new regional hub for gymnastics and tennis at Centenary Park will include a dedicated and fully equipped gymnastics centre, 16 new competition ready tennis courts, female friendly change rooms, a cafeteria, and function spaces. “Council has already committed $11 million towards Centenary Park and $10.5 million towards Jubilee Park,” Cr Hampton said. “We need state and federal funding to deliver these important community projects that can’t wait any longer.” For more information on plans to revamp Centenary Park visit www.futurefrankston.com.au
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COMMUNITY COMMUNITY EVENTS EVENTS CALENDAR CALENDER Sponsored by Carrum Downs/Marriott Waters Community Bank® Branch Bookings are essential. Small fee payable. Details www.mpas.asn.au or phone 0419 253 252. Find us on Facebook - www.facebook.com/mpas0/ Mt Eliza Men’s Shed Our Men’s Shed currently meets each Thursday morning 9.30am - 12.30pm. Men of all ages in Mt Eliza are most welcome. We do community projects for schools, clubs, etc. and also encourage individual projects. If you would like to lead a small group on another day/time or join us on Thursdays, just let us know. Contact Don on 0402 457 938 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 nonclinical environment. We’re currently seeking volunteersto get involved in this innovative project. If you would like to know more visit www.enveco.org.au and send us a message. Probus The Mt Eliza Village Ladies Probus Club, meet on the first Monday of each month at 10.00am at the Uniting Church, Canadian Bay Rd. Mt Eliza. We welcome visitors and new members. Details 9787 3640
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SEPTEMBER 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)
be over 18 and able to commit to at least fortnightly visits for a minimum of 12 months. Online training is provided. Contact Deirdre Martinz on 8587 0296 or volunteers@ cbchs.org.au 50’S PLUS Seniors Fitness Classes Whether you’re a beginner or regular exerciser come along and enjoy the benefits of group exercise to music. First class is free there are no joining or membership fees, $8.00 per class. Improve your strength, co-ordination, cardio fitness, balance & flexibility. Mondays/Wednesdays & Fridays 10am-11am. St Pauls Anglican Church Hall Cnr Bay & High Sts, Frankston. Details please phone: 0419713635
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
Southern Sounds Chorus Ladies, Southern Sounds Chorus would love you to come and sing with them in beautiful a capella 4 part harmony, Barbershop style! No experience necessary. All ages welcome. We rehearse every Tuesday evening 7-10pm at St Judes Primary School hall, 30 Warrandyte Rd Langwarrin. For details phone Jennyne 0438 783 475 or visit southernsounds.org.au
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Foster carer Every child deserves to smile. Make 2018 the year you make a difference. Become a Foster Carer with VACCA - Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency. Express your interest by visiting www.vacca.org or calling 9480 7300. Information sessions every month held in your area.
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Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society Public Stargazing Hear inspiring talks, view stars, planets, clusters and galaxies through our powerful telescopes every Friday in January, and then 8pm on the 1st Friday of every month at The Briars dark-sky observatory. Melways ref 151 E1.
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 Peninsula Transport Assist needs Volunteer Drivers. Do you have time, like driving and want to contribute to your community? Induction costs are covered and drivers are reimbursed from pick-up to return locations. For details call the P.T.A. Office on 03 9708 8241 or email – peninsulatransportassist@gmail.com P.T.A. also needs drivers for 12 and 24 seater buses. Social Golf at Bayview U3A Southern Peninsula is a not-for-profit organisation that provides around 100 social/indoor/outdoor/ intellectual activities for retired/semi-retired men and women over 50. We welcome new members or existing members to join a new golf group who play Mondays at Bayview Golf Course, Rosebud. Prospective members, please contact our office for further information: office@ u3asouthpen.org.au or phone 5981 8777 Tues or Thurs 9.30 - 1pm. Existing members please enrol on UMAS. Better Breathers Respiratory Support Group Every 4th Monday of the month Better Breathers support group meet in the meeting room at the Mornington Information Centre, cnr Elizabeth and Main Sts from 2.00 to 4.00pm. We offer education and support for patients and carers coping with chronic lung disease with the aim of leading an improved quality of life. Details Christine 0419 314 587 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 Mornington Peninsula Golf Classic Mon 29 Oct to Thurs 1 Nov The 4 day tournament will be played at Portsea, Moonah Links, Flinders & The Dunes. The graded individual stableford tournament is open to both men and women. Many inclusions - 4 days of golf, carts on 3 days, lunches, 2 dinners (at The National Golf Club and Rosebud Country Club), prizes and souvenir polo. Shotgun starts (either morning or afternoon fields). Early Bird Entry Fee only $695. Hurry! Closes soon. For more information phone 0422 691 or email info@golfmorningtonpeninsula.com.au
Zonta Club of Mornington Peninsula Inc. 3rd Thursday of every month, 7.00pm – 9.30pm Zonta is a leading global service organisation of professionals, empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy. Join us at a dinner meeting and see what we do. Email: zontamornington@hotmail.com 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. 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 Sunday Market Every Sunday 8am – 1pm Over 100 stalls. 79 – 83 Young St, Frankston Seaford Farmers Market 3rd Sunday of the month, 8am – 1pm Broughton Reserve, Station St, Seaford Frankston Writers Block Fortnightly from Saturday Sept 8, 10.30am – 1pm New members welcome. Writers meet to share readings of their work and their expertise on all levels from stories, poetry, novels, memoirs, to publishing. This informal group meets at Frankston Library, 60 Playne Street, Frankston. $5 donation. Morning tea provided. Phone David 0468 362 079. Girl Guides The Overport Frankston Girl Guide Unit is looking for adult volunteers to assist, either if wishing to become a leader/assistant leader or Helper for the Girl Guides. If you are interested in volunteering your time on Wednesday nights, by assisting the unit leader in mentoring, supporting the Guides or helping out practically; please give the unit leader a call on 0414612715. Mornington Peninsula Family History Society Internet access to Ancestry, Find My Past & British newspaper archives. Also Aust BDM’s on CD’s. Library open Tues & Thurs 10.30-2.30pm & Sun 2-5pm $10 Non Members Details 9783 7058. Frankston South Recreation Centre, Towerhill Rd, Frankston Mornington Peninsula Writing Prizes 2018 Offered by Frankston Writers Block. Short Story and Poetry Competitions open now, closes September 30, 2018. Poetry: up to 50 lines. Short story: up to 3000 words. Open theme: $5.00 per entry. Prize: $100 and publication in 2019 Anthology in each category. Entry forms, send a SSAE to Angela,P.O. Box 8098, Burnt Bridge VIC, 3136 or email: davidptk68@hotmail.co.uk Enquiries 03- 9789-5496. Organized walk Saturday 22 Sept. Royal Melbourne Botanical Gardens. Meet Seaford Station platform ready to catch the next train after 9.30 am.Contact Norma 0417 513 639 Fston Forest Baptist Church for more details. Monday walking group Frankston North area. All ages, parents with prams and
well behaved leashed dogs are welcome. For more details, Contact Norma 0417 513 639. Fston Forest Baptist Church. Orwil St Community House Life Story Writing, Introduction to Medical Reception, Seated Exercise to Music, Games & Social Group, plus much more. For further information phone 9783 5073 U3A Mornington Art & Craft Show September Friday 21 (2-5pm) & Saturday 22 (10am3pm) Currawong Community Centre, 5-7 Currawong St, Mornington Gold coin donation entry. Devonshire teas $5. www.u3amornington.org.au Ph 59759773. Come to enjoy the exhibition and talks from artists and the many activities U3A membership offers Book Fair The Mornington Lions Club Annual Charity Book Fair will take place on January 5 & 6 at Peninsula Community Theatre, Mornington. Donations of books welcomed. Contact Aileen 0413 507 000 for pick-up/ drop-off information. Card Players Play 500 or Canasta at Seaford Seniors 6 Broughton St Seaford. Canasta on Wed 11am – 4pm or 500 on Fri 10am – 4pm. BYO lunch. The Friendly Card Club play 500 on Wed 7.30pm – 10.30pm at 26 Mahogany Ave, Fston North. Details Roma 9786 5612 Mornington Peninsula Welsh Ladies Choir We warmly welcome new choristers to join a happy and supportive group of women who love singing together. No, you don’t have to be Welsh. No Welsh speaking skills are needed and no auditions are required. We rehearse on Sunday evenings in the comfort of the Frankston Uniting Church, High Street, Frankston. For more information contact Helen 0424719291 or email our secretary secretarympwlchoir@gmail.com 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 RPPFM Car Rally Fundraiser Sunday Oct 7, from 8am Leaving from RPPFM studios carpark at 91 Wilsons Rd, Mornington, rally contestants will travel around the Peninsula solving puzzles to reach The Red Hill Baker of Balnarring for lunch, jazz and prizes. $50 per car to register. Call Pam to register 0409 831 110 All welcome. Spring into Gardening Saturday 20 Oct. 10am - 1 pm Our beautiful “Joy of the Earth Community Garden”, Joy Street, Frankston (rear of kindergarten/maternal health centre) invites you to take a tour, have morning tea, sample our very own honey & bottled olives & stay for pizza lunch. Gold coin. Details Sue 0409 964 991 Tennis Open Day Sunday 9th Sept from 11am - 2pm Carrum Downs Tennis Club Open Day to be held on in conjunction with the Mayor’s Picnic at Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve, Wedge Road, Carrum Downs. Enjoy free tennis, free coaching, mini comps, prizes & give-aways, all equipment provided. Special offers on membership & coaching available on the day. Call Larry on 0409547833.
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FRANKSTON students were more than happy to hit the books last week, as schools across the country celebrated Book Week. Students were encouraged to come to classes dressed as their favourite fictional characters and share their favourite books with their classmates. Karingal Heights Primary School principal Kerryn Riley said it was great to see the number of students getting involved and sharing their love of reading “It is fantastic to see the amount of parents and friends that enjoy attending our dress up days and the effort that goes into preparing the costumes. Children at Karingal Heights Primary School love dressing up, especially to celebrate Book Week. Our school captain Taliah said that organising how to dress up with her friends as Bratz Doll characters was a lot of fun. We can’t wait to see the costumes next year,” Kerryn said.
Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au AN underground rail project announced by the Andrews Labor Government is set to connect the Frankston train line to nine other lines in the outer suburbs. Cheltenham Station on the Frankston Line will be the first stop on the new network, known as the Suburban Rail Loop. From Cheltenham, passengers will be able to travel directly to stations in Clayton, Monash, Glen Waverley, Burwood. The line will reach as far as Melbourne Airport and Werribee. The new network will feature a total of 12 stops, with works on the Frankston line section projected to begin in 2022. Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny said that the new line is necessary to connect commuters in the south east to work opportunities across the outer suburbs. “We’ve already been removing level crossings and building big road and train tunnels, and now we are delivering the biggest investment in public transport in Australia’s history. Suburban Rail Loop is the underground metro that our community needs to make it easier to get to employment centres, travel to the airport, and access world-class universities, TAFEs and hospitals and retail centres in our suburbs,” she said. “The priority section for delivery is right here in the south-east of Melbourne, and only an Andrews Labor Government will get working on this
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All aboard: The state government has announced that works on their new underground rail project will begin on the Frankston line. Picture: Supplied
bold new vision for Victoria by the end of 2022.” Premier Daniel Andrews said that the project would help congestion on both the train lines and the roads. “It’s not good enough to extend the congestion, we need a plan that doesn’t just force more cars and commuters into the city. The Suburban Rail Loop will get people to where they want to go – and more people on public transport means less traffic on the road for you,” he said.
“Labor will invest $300 million in a full business case, design, and preconstruction works, with work on the first section in Melbourne’s south east expected to begin by the end of 2022.” Early estimates suggest the project will cost $50 billion. Shadow Treasurer Michael O’Brien suggested that the project should have been sent in Infrastructure Victoria for “proper assessment and planning” before the announcement was made. “The Liberal Nationals support new
Read it and weep: Islay, Melissa and Kyra of Karingal Heights Primary School share their love of fiction. Picture: Supplied
road and rail infrastructure which is why this suburban rail proposal should be sent to Infrastructure Victoria for proper assessment and planning. At the moment, the Andrews Labor Government can’t say how much it will cost or if there will be new taxes to fund it. The devil is in the detail which is why this idea needs to be sent to Infrastructure Victoria for proper assessment, costing and planning,” he said. The project is not expected to be completed entirely until 2050.
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MPJFL comments blindside Mt Eliza Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au THE Mornington Peninsula Junior Football League has backflipped on comments made two weeks ago about their scheduling difficulties for the junior footy finals series. MPJFL senior vice president Paul Lonsdale said that fixturing finals had been difficult because Mt Eliza had “shot us down” and that the league would make every effort to get games scheduled on Sundays next year (“Sports’ fixtures creates finals fiasco”, The Times, 13/8/18). Those comments have now been taken back in a statement provided by the league to The Times. “The MPJFL Executive team did not ask or discuss with Mt Eliza the possibility of hosting finals this season and Mt Eliza did not shoot us down,” the statement said. “The Mt Eliza Junior Football Club have been fantastic in their support of the MPJFL and have recently allowed us to use their ground for the under 10s carnival this season after we struggled to find a suitable ground.” Mt Eliza Junior Football Club president Brett Macpherson confirmed that the original comments made by the MPJFL were misleading, and that the club had received no approach from the league to host finals matches. “They didn’t approach me. Nobody that I’ve spoken to from the junior club has been approached,” he said.
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Macpherson said the club “would definitely have sat down to have a chat to them” if the league had approached them about hosting junior finals game on their three ovals at Emil Madsen Reserve. The venue is not currently hosting seniors’ finals games. The league also said in their statement that “the MPJFL and their clubs passed bylaws in March 2018 that stated that the MPJFL can schedule games on Friday night, Saturdays, Saturday nights, and Sundays as well as mid week due to the increasing numbers in football.” “This is not the first year that the MPJFL have had finals on a Saturday and won’t be the last. “From what the league can ascertain our finals fixture on Saturday will affect the under 13s Girls age group for the netball finals starting on the 25th of August. “We have tried to make contact today to discuss exactly what age groups our finals schedule will affect to see what changes can be made to ours and netballs finals fixture from next week on to cater for netball but have yet to have our calls returned. We are confident that we can come to a suitable resolution.” No changes have yet been made to the finals schedule, and games will continue to be played on Saturdays. MPJFL President Andrew Souter is currently interstate and could not be reached for comment before publication deadline.
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A BITTERN man suffering an apparent cardiac arrest in the street can thank three Hastings police officers for possibly saving his life, Monday 27 August. The officers on patrol in Frankston-Flinders Road, Hastings, were flagged down by a bystander who saw the 64-year-old “on the ground and gasping” in Haddock Street about 12noon, Sergeant Scott West, of Hastings Police, said. Senior Constables Stuart Holloway and Teresa Comerford and Constable Cassundra Harris wasted no time in putting their first aid skills to good use and performing CPR on the man who drifted “in and out of consciousness”. They continued to resuscitate the man for 10 minutes while explaining his condition to paramedics who were rushing to the scene. The man had “recovered slightly” by the time the ambulance arrived to take him to Frankston Hospital. “The members showed great courage in the face of a stressful situation and, without their intervention, the outcome could potentially have been much worse,” Sergeant West said.
ing towards Peninsula Link and Frankston are causing problems, police say. To solve the problem they must use the dedicated merging lane – but some are incorrectly stopping at the give-way sign, causing traffic on Coolart Road to bank back from the intersection. Merging straight out of Coolart Road into the westbound lane of Frankston-Flinders Road across the solid white line marked on the picture is illegal. Left turn vehicles should turn into the merging lane, get up to an appropriate speed and then use their right indicator to merge across the broken line when safe to do. Merging vehicles crossing the white broken line must give way to westbound through traffic. The overhead picture from Google Maps shows the correct left-turn path marked by the red line. The blue line shows westbound Frankston-Flinders Road traffic proceeding past the intersection, separated from the merging lane by the solid white line. The only time left-turn drivers need to stop is when cars further ahead are waiting to turn right and are blocking their entry into the left turn merge lane.
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Raiders steal perfumes RAMRAIDERS reversed a car through glass double doors before robbing the Chemist Discount Centre at Peninsula Homemaker Centre last week. Police said the force of the collision “significantly damaged” metal roofing and sheered steel bolts allowing the raiders entry to the Nepean Highway store, 2am, Sunday 26 August. Tyre marks were visible on the roadway. Store manager Louise Smedile said the thieves stole a quantity of perfumes. The extent of the damage was unknown, Wednesday. Police are examining CCTV footage of the incident. The store opened as usual on the Monday.
Guards savaged in brawl
TWO security staff were badly injured in a brawl at The Sands Hotel, Carrum Downs, Saturday 25 August. Detective Senior Constable Darren Paxton, of Frankston police, said three men and one woman were being ejected at about 1.40am when one of the men punched a guard, knocking him out. He was then stomped to the head and kicked and punched to his body. When the second guard stepped in he was set upon by the other men. The woman ran out into the car park and returned in a small dark-coloured sedan and drove the men away.
The first guard was taken to Frankston Hospital suffering a broken jaw, cuts and swelling. The second guard was being treated for a fractured nose and general swelling. Police are viewing CCTV of the incident. The heavily tattooed men are described as Caucasian, aged 19-25. One has the words No Comment tattooed on the side of his head and a faded skull on his cheek. Detective Paxton is urging anyone knowing the men, or who saw the incident, to call him at Frankton police 9784 5555 or Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.
Cars set alight
POLICE are investigating four incidents in which cars have been set alight in the Frankston area – three in the street and one in a park. A Holden Commodore was pushed down a driveway and into a court outside a Bush Court, Langwarrin, property and an accelerant used to set it alight, 1.56am, Wednesday 29 August. Carrum Downs police are investigating. A Toyota Landcruiser was destroyed by fire in Narambi Road, Mornington, overnight, Monday 27 August. Somerville CIU is investigating. A silver Ford with false plates was set alight in the middle of Jubilee Park oval, 11.10pm, Sunday 26 August, and a Holden utility was set alight at Ballam Park athletics track, 4am, the same day. It had been stolen from the front lawn of a Greenshanks Court, Carrum Downs, house Saturday 25 August.
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AN Ibanez brand electric guitar valued at $4,500 was among a large list of expensive items stolen from a house in Maribou Place, Aspendale on 25 August. Offenders broke into the house through the back door. They also stole a Fender brand amplifier, a gokart engine, and a Playstation 4 with controllers. Kingston CIU Senior Sergeant Shane Cashman urged anybody who witnessed any suspicious activity between 11am and 11pm on 25 August to come forward. “They’re items you have to carry away, you can’t just fit these in your pockets, so someone may well have seen something. If anyone saw anybody in that area, please let us know at 9556 6121,” he said.
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THREE bicycles have gone missing in Ward Street, Cheltenham. One bike was a black and red Giant ATX 2, the other was a blue and white Fuji Roubaix 1.1, and the last one was a black and grey Reid Urban. The total value of the three bikes was $2450. Kingston CIU Senior Sergeant Shane Cashman said the bikes were taken between 5pm on 16 August and 9am on 18 August. “If anyone has been offered any of those bikes please let us know at the CIU,” he said.
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MP Shire in hunt for new boss after CEO calls time Steve Taylor steve@baysidenews.com.au MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire CEO Carl Cowie has quit the top job. Lured from private industry in November 2014 the almost-$400,000 man issued an email to the shire’s 900odd staff on Thursday 30 August telling them of his decision. Although required to give three months’ notice it is expected he and the council will negotiate a payout enabling him to leave early to take up a position as CEO of the Shire of Nillumbik. The mayor Cr Bryan Payne said “on behalf of the council and the community, I thank Carl for his major contribution [to] the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council over the past four years”. “The restructuring of council operations, and the implementation of new technology, will ultimately translate into major savings and enable the council to operate in a more efficient manner for ratepayers,” he said. “Carl, through his personal and caring involvement with staff and many organisations throughout the shire, has helped build a strong sense of community within and outside the organisation. “The council has appreciated Carl’s professional contribution to the development of the Mornington Peninsula Shire and wishes him every success in the future.”
The mayor said the Scottish-born Mr Cowie had achieved “specifics” set by council which had led to “savings of more than $7 million, much of which would be ongoing”. A qualified accountant with an MBA, and member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, Mr Cowie’s resignation came soon after the shire advertised his position under a mutual arrangement giving him six months’ notice of their intention to not automatically reappoint him. (“Market test for CEO’s job” The News 18/6/18). At the time, Cr Payne issued a statement saying the decision “is not a reflection on the performance of the CEO, but rather council exercising due diligence to ensure that the most appropriate person is in place to lead the organisation into the future”. At the time Mr Cowie told The News he had “been strongly encouraged to re-apply and I have advised that I will be doing that”. A consultant was charged with selecting a recruitment firm to identify suitable candidates. Mr Cowie also received endorsement from the Mornington Peninsula Ratepayers’ Association, which attributed his “private industry background and cost driven approach” to saving millions of dollars for the shire. Association secretary Dr Alan Nelsen said Mr Cowie’s leadership had resulted in “significant improvement in the shire’s transparency and openness”.
He said Mr Cowie had “strongly supported the council and community” by opposing three-storey residential developments on the peninsula; helping to save Tootgarook Swamp by introducing a management plan and purchasing a sensitive area of land within the wetlands; finalising the Rosebud aquatic centre in a sensible location, and finalising the green wedge plan”. But there were contentious issues, including negotiating an enterprise agreement that saw a dramatic cut in sick leave for staff “which didn’t make him very popular with staff,” according to the mayor, and approving a $3 million tender for legal firms that could be hired by the shire despite being asked to bring the matter to council for approval under delegation (“Probe into $3m legal tender” The News 5/6/18). A standout issue was Mr Cowie’s reluctance to list on the shire’s gifts register a Mediterranean cruise he and his wife took as guests of prominent businessman and shire ratepayer Lindsay Fox (“CEO’s trip top draw on gifts list” The News 1/5/18). Mr Cowie also failed to persuade councillors to accept a media policy that would have strictly curtailed their ability to make public statements and hold “off the record” conversations, and was criticised for his plan to open a shire office in the Melbourne CBD. The office has since been approved.
Time to leave: Mornington Peninsula Shire CEO Carl Cowie has resigned from the top job. Picture: Yanni
Car rally set for a flying start
Pole position: Neil and Marg Williams, of Mornington, gear up for RPPFM’s car rally. Picture: Supplied
RPPFM’s car rally is off to a flying start with its first official registrants – Neil and Marg Williams, of Mornington. The couple are the first residents to embrace the fundraising fever at the station and will display the prized 01 number which designates their start position on rally day: Sunday 7 October. “We used to do car rallies all the time – they are so much fun,” Mr Williams said. “When we saw RPPFM’s car rally we just had to enter.” Participants will tune into 98.3FM to receive clues on the day. “I think you’ll really feel part of a live action event,” said Ms Williams. “We’ve told all our friends and are looking forward to making a day of it.” Race entry is $50 per car which
includes a gift pack on the day. The station is fundraising for equipment and maintenance at the station. The rally course will wind its way from the station in Wilsons Road, Mornington, taking in local sights and collecting clues and solving puzzles. Lunch will be available at the destination along with prizes for entrants and a jazz afternoon at The Red Hill Baker, Balnarring. All welcome. Details: call Pam 0409 831 110 or go online to register at rppfm. com.au RPPFM is also looking for new members. Those interested can come and learn a skill and make new friends. Contact the station or go online to apply for membership. RPPFM – The Voice of the Peninsula is at 98.3FM or 98.7FM for Frankston.
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Celebration and sadness mark bravery award Cameron McCullough cameron@baysidenews.com.au FIVE years after her husband was murdered in front of her in a drug-fuelled attack, Bridget O’Toole has been awarded The Royal Humane Society of Australasia’s 2017 Clarke Gold Medal. The Clarke Medal is the society’s highest award for the most outstanding case of bravery considered during the year. The Clarke Gold Medal was presented by The Right Honourable the Lord Mayor of Melbourne, Councillor Sally Capp at Melbourne Town Hall on 23 August. Mrs O’Toole was attacked by Gavin Perry, 27, after the parolee entered their High Street Hastings jewellery store in July 2013. Brandishing a 20cm carving knife, the assailant threw Mrs O’Toole into a glass cabinet. Her husband, 64-year-old Dermot O’Toole, rushed into the store to defend her, and struggled with Perry. Mr O’Toole was fatally stabbed during the ordeal. In 2017, an “emotional and proud” Bridget O’Toole accepted the Star of Courage medal on behalf of her murdered husband. In the years that followed Mrs O’Toole battled for justice. Gavin Perry pleaded guilty to Statutory Murder and was handed a 27-year sentence. The terms of the sentence required Perry to serve a minimum of 23 years before being eligible for parole. The family, left shocked by the lenincy of the sentence, appealled. In 2016, the family were again left devastated when three justices of the Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal against the leniency of the jail sentence. Also dismissed was Perry’s application for leave to appeal the severity of his 27-year sentence. The five years since her husband’s murder
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CITATION - To receive the 2017 Clarke Gold Medal: BRIDGET O’TOOLE in going to the rescue of her husband from being attacked by an assailant at Hastings, Vic on 12 July 2013. At 5.00pm a disguised man entered Mr & Mrs O’Toole’s jewellery store with a large carving knife. As Mrs O’Toole came out to the counter in the belief that a customer had entered, she was attacked by the armed assailant who pushed her into a glass cabinet and stabbed her several times. During the attack Mr O’Toole, who suffered from Parkinson’s Disease, came out from the workshop to defend his wife and began wrestling with the assailant. Mr O’Toole was knocked to the ground and stabbed twice in the chest. Mrs O’Toole attempted to pull the offender away from her husband and in doing so she was further assaulted. The assailant then ran out of the shop. Mr O’Toole was fatally wounded and tragically died at the scene. Mrs O’Toole suffered numerous severe wounds.
THE Peninsula Naturalists Club is looking to engage with anyone local with a keen interest in birds, plants, insects, fungi, snakes, geology, or animals. The club will be holding their next meeting on Wednesday 12 September. Head ranger of Braeside Park Des Lucas will be speaking about all things nature. The event will take place at 16 High Street, Frankston at 8pm. If you are interested in attending, contact Judy Smart at 0400 910 941
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Just award: Bridget O’Toole wearing the bravery medal awarded at Melbourne Town Hall. Picture: Supplied
A meeting to help support unemployed workers will be held at Frankston Library on 9 September. Event organiser Julie Jones said “pensioners, unemployed workers feeling bullied or harassed, know your rights. Come grab a free booklet and speaker advice”. Owen Bennett of the Australian Unemployed Workers’ Union will be the guest speaker. The event will take place from 10am until 2pm. The event can be found in the upstairs section of the Frankston Library. Contact Julie Jones at 0431 623 437 for more information.
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have taken a heavy toll on Mrs. O’Toole. “We’ve been through hell since that day and nothing will ever make up for it,” said Mrs O’Toole. “But today was a lovely day, and I am proud to accept this award.” It was also a chance for her family and friends to get together and share memories of their absent husband, father, grandfather and friend. “It is difficult to find closure,” said Mrs O’Toole. Life goes on but the memories of the love she feels for her slain husband will go on forever.
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Relief for emphysema sufferers Professor David Langton, Director of Thoracic Medicine at Peninsula Health A further treatment option aimed at improving the breathing and quality of life of some advanced emphysema sufferers is now available at Frankston Hospital. Zephyr Endobronchial Valve Therapy is currently being carried out in hospitals across the country and shows promise in relieving the symptoms of late-stage emphysema. The most common cause of emphysema is tobacco smoking but additionally air pollution and genetics can play a role. In a small group of patients, a genetic disorder known as alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency can result in emphysema. Severe emphysema patients suffer irreversible damage to lung tissue resulting in trapped air within the lungs. This destruction unfortunately leads to shortness of breath, decrease in daily activities and a reduced quality of life. Currently, these symptoms are managed using bronchodilating inhalers and/or steroid medications, pulmonary rehabilitation and oxygen therapy. Zephyr Endobronchial Valve therapy offers an additional treatment solution aimed at relieving symptoms by physically improving the mechanics of the lungs. The Zephyr Valve procedure is a short, minimally-invasive procedure whereby tiny valves are inserted through the nose and mouth to block airflow to diseased parts of the lung and improve the flow of air to healthy parts. The diseased region of the lung shrinks in size and healthier regions expand and function more efficiently, meaning improved breathing and the ability to do more things throughout the day. Zephyr Valve Therapy is currently carried out by physicians across the world and is available across Australia at a variety of hospitals in all main states. Assessment for suitability for this new procedure is now available to both public and private patients on the Mornington Peninsula at the Thoracic Department, Frankston Hospital.
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Physiotherapy – how we can help you ON Saturday 8th September, it’s World Physiotherapy Day. At St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital, physiotherapists play an important role in helping patients regain movement and function to better manage day-to-day activities, ensuring a holistic approach to health care when developing individual health care plans. They also consider your physical and emotional needs and involve you in setting your individual rehabilitation goals. St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital’s physiotherapy team have a range of post graduate qualifications and specialise in a variety of areas. Orthopaedic: The physiotherapists who specialise in orthopaedics ensure they deliver a patient centred program specifically designed for the individual, whether it be joint replacement or multi-trauma. The physiotherapist and patient work together as a team to achieve the goals required to maximise their physical outcome. A fully equipped gymnasium and hydrotherapy facility provides the perfect environment to achieve best results. Neurological: • Movement disorders including Parkinson’s disease and MS • Stroke, • Acquired brain injury, • Spinal cord injury • Vestibular dysfunction. Their physiotherapist’s work collaboratively with the neurological
rehabilitation team and with the patients and their family’s to provide individualised rehabilitation programs. Physiotherapy may involve exercise, education, gait retraining, equipment prescription and spasticity management to optimise patients’ physical and functional capacity. Specialised equipment including a LiteGait® and evidence-based programs such as LSVT Big® and SENSe implement study. Discharge planning may involve the organisation of ongoing services, referrals to community programs and establishing self-management skills. Pain Management: Physiotherapists are an integral member of the pain management programs for both inpatients and outpatients. These programs teach patients simple self-treatment and self-management techniques to reduce pain, improve function and ultimately improve one’s quality of life through: • Reduction of pain impact on quality of life through medication prescription and subsequent supervision, physical therapy and activity modification. • Reduction of physical factors that aggravate and perpetuate the pain. • Behaviour and Cognitive treatments to lessen the impact of chronic pain. • Improvement of day to day functioning. • Self-management strategies. Types of Chronic pain include arthritis, back pain, neck pain, knee
The senior physiotherapy team at St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital and shoulder pain, repetitive strain injury, fibromyalgia, muscular, neurological or complex regional pain syndromes. Their Pain Wise program equips chronic pain sufferers with effective and constructive strategies to help manage their condition in the long term. Their therapy program is provided on a one-to-one basis, and is customised for each individual patient. Exercise Physiology: Exercise Physiotherapists (EP) are also part of physiotherapy team. The role of the EP is to provide
exercise based therapy, education and lifestyle modification, with progression towards self-management. They have the skills, knowledge and competencies to design and implement effective exercise interventions for patients with acute, sub-acute and chronic medical conditions. In addition to individual based therapy, the EP is involved with all outpatient group programs, such as cardiac, pulmonary, hydrotherapy, oncology and falls and balance. The physiotherapy caregivers at St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation
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diet like those found naturally in dairy, fruits and vegetables. “There is a big difference between natural sugars and the ones added during manufacturing,” he said. Currently there are calls for greater transparency on added sugar in packaged foods which dentists like Dr Albery support wholeheartedly. “It is things like soft drinks, cakes, pies, ice cream, pastries and process meats that contain the highest amount of added sugars,” he said. This year a Choice report found that if consumers could identify added sugars on food packs they could avoid 26 teaspoons of sugar each day. “If this was the case, the dental health of Australians would show a dramatic improvement,” said Dr Albery. Dental Studio 2-Twenty offers a boutique dental experience, with the latest technology, a brand new The Step state Ahead team. surgery, ofPodiatry the art equipment, and the bonus of three decades it! This can cause many issues soof it’s experience treating people. worth checking that your shoes fit. Dr Albery undertaken advanced You shouldhas be able to wiggle your training in crown, bridge and toes and there should be a gap (of about implants dentistry, and completed his 1.5cm) at the end of your shoes. Next Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy time you’re buying shoes ask to in Myofascial Acupuncture. Hehave is a both feet measured, oneAustralian foot is often founding member ofasthe larger than the other. Society of Dental Aesthetics and a Another common of foot founding member ofcause the Peninsula problems isClinic. calf tightness. People are Headache often aware that tight calves can cause Achilles problems, however, that’s not all. Having tight calves can cause pain
in the ball of the foot, the arch, heels and even the shins. So if you have pain in any of these areas, try stretching your calves for 30 seconds (each side) twice a day for two weeks and see if that improves things. “As a professional team, we pride About us ourselves on our excellent customer Step Ahead Podiatry has been helping service, as well as our expertise the people of Mt Eliza walk more and state of the art dental technology. comfortably since 2004. Our friendly When you come to Dental Studio and caring staff want you to walk away with happy feet, so we always allow at
least 30 minutes for an appointment. We’re open Monday to Friday and some Saturdays (by appointment only). We’re also in Balnarring on Wednesdays and Fridays. If you’re unable to come into one of our clinics we also provide home visits. 2-Twenty, you don’t just get the Before you come in very best in restorative and cosmetic If you have a chronic medical dentistry – you get friendly service, condition youtomay eligible forand a personalised suitbeyour needs referral under the Enhanced Primary budget,” says Dr Albery. Care scheme, which entitles you to a medicare rebate. Talk to your GP if you
think you might be eligible. We also see clients under the Department of Veterans Affairs and Workers Compensation schemes. We offer a reduced rate for pensioners and all concession card holders. Dental at 2-20 We’re aStudio BUPA2-Twenty MembersisFirst Bruce Street, provider and Mornington. accept all private Phonefunds. 5973 6611. health www.dentalstudio220.com.au So if you’d like to come in, give us a call on 9708 8626 or book online at stepaheadpodiatry.net.au
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Discover why so many people turn to Positive Psychology WHEN Positive Psychology was founded ten years ago in one small practice with two psychologists, the vision was to contribute to positive change, growth and wellbeing in the community. Organisational Psychologist and Business Manager Catherine Caballero has been with Positive Psychology since the early days. Today, Positive Psychology has grown to a team of over 30 specialised psychologists across three practices in Mornington, Frankston and Oakleigh, with a caring team of support staff to enhance the client experience. “Our expert team comes from diverse psychology and mental health backgrounds including Educational and Developmental, Counselling, Neuropsychology, Forensic and Organisational. So no matter what your issues and goals, we’ll match you with a mental health practitioner who has the specific expertise you need,” said Ms Caballero. “Our psychologists have a breadth of experience at Positive Psychology which allows us the opportunity to deal with a broad range of people and conditions. We deal with children, adolescents and adults right through to older age groups. We also work with individuals, groups and families as well as organisations.” Access to psychological services is more available than in the past with many avenues in terms of funding and financial assistance.“There are
a number of options for people to access psychologists, including Mental Health Treatment Plans through Medicare, TAC, Victims of Crime funding, Workcover, Department of Veteran Affairs, and Employee Assistance Programs,” said Ms Caballero. “There is also accessible psychological intervention through the South East Melbourne Primary Health Network that assists those with financial difficulties. We work with a number of NDIS clients and have been able to direct our clients to get expert help with navigating the NDIS.” Ms Caballero believes that all people have the right to have access to psychological services and has seen, first hand, the difference it can make to people’s lives.“We are passionate about helping people make positive change in their lives and, within a private practice setting, it is life changing. You don’t have to be really struggling. Sometimes it is just life changes that people struggle with and we are able to help,” said Ms Caballero of the calling that is more than just a career choice. “When choosing a psychologist, you want to be sure of their integrity and credibility. And with Positive Psychology, you have complete peace of mind. Every member of our team has at least one postgraduate psychology qualification. Some of us are even active and published researchers. Positive Psychology is also renowned for its supportive
The Positive Psychology Team: Passionate about helping people make positive change in their lives. teaching environment. We run regular workshops and lectures for other psychologists. And we always welcome placement students who are keen to learn. While some clinics specialise in just one or two areas of practice,
Positive Psychology works with all types of people to address all types of issues. From mental health, addictions and trauma to family conflict, careers, assessments and reporting, we have the specialist skills and experience you’re
looking for.” Positive Psychology is at Frankston and Mornington. Opening hours are 9am till 6pm, and on Saturdays in Mornington. Phone 1300 995 636.
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Quality care at St Augustine Family Medical Centre ST Augustine Family Medical Centre is not your regular practice, since we started October 2015 we have set ourselves apart from the rest with our approach to patient care. We offer an automatic extended first consultation (between 20-30 minutes) for every new patient, allowing the doctor to have the time to obtain the necessary medical history and establish rapport with the patient. All patients over 70 are also allocated a long consultation unless otherwise requested by the GP. Our regular consultation is 15 minutes. Even the clinic set up and design has been arranged with the utmost patient care in mind. Utilising our principal doctor’s over 15 years of experience in surgery in general and orthopaedic surgery in particular, the clinic features an up-to-date two bay treatment room with a quiet cubicle for use as a quiet room for emergency patients, with a hospital grade emergency trolley. In less than 12 months the practice acquired RACGP accreditation and soon after was accredited as a refugee health provider. We continue to offer placements for work experience for students in years 10-12 aspiring for a career in healthcare, and we are currently on a waiting list to be accredited as a teaching GP practice. Our aim and goals have always
been for quality over quantity when it comes to patient care. The practice has special interests in women’s health (we have a women’s health clinic on Fridays), chronic disease management, skin cancer checks, mental health, musculoskeletal conditions, contraception, smoking cessation, obesity and weight management, paediatrics and minor surgery. We have pathology, dietitian, diabetes and asthma education service on site. All the services are bulk billed. We are also open extended hours Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm, Saturdays 8am to 6pm and Sundays 9am to 5pm, in a bid to take a load off the emergency department of our local hospital, hence playing our part in assisting and lightening the load of the public sector and providing our patients with exceptional services all while not affecting their out of pocket cost. We have the know-how, the skills and the motivation to serve the community. Our team, from our junior receptionists to our clinicians, are very passionate about what we offer, as well as the quality of our services. St Augustine Family Medical Centre is located at shop 18 Langwarrin Plaza (next to Subway), 385 Cranbourne Frankston Rd, Langwarrin. Phone 9775 5474.
St Augustine Family Medical Centre: Top Right: Receptionist Emily greets you with a warm smile Bottom Right: Our custom designed treatment room
Our team now have: • Pathology provided by Monash Pathology • Onsite Dietitian: Ms Kaitlyn Anderson • Onsite Diabetes Educator: Ms Danielle Harrison • Onsite Asthma Educator and • Registered Nurse: Ms Sharyn Van Rossum
Book online now on our website or FB page We are committed to providing a high standard of medical services and care, for the benefit of all our patients’ better health and well being.
We are still growing! More services coming soon! In addition to GP services the practice offers: • INR/Warfarin clinic • Joint injections • Full skin check • Vaccinations • Women’s Health Clinic on Fridays • Registered Nurse available Fridays, soon to extend hours. ALL ABOVE SERVICES ARE BULK BILLED
Shop 18 Langwarrin Plaza (next to Subway), 385 Cranbourne-Frankston Rd, Langwarrin 3910
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Let’s keep you active and enjoying life WHO should I see for foot health issues? A podiatrist is a practitioner who only treats the foot, ankle and related structures of the lower limbs. Podiatrists complete years of rigorous foot and ankle training in university, making them uniquely qualified to care for this part of the body. Your feet must last a lifetime and most people log an amazing 125,000km on their feet by the time they reach 50. Regular foot care can make sure your feet are up to the task. With proper detection, intervention and care, most foot and ankle problems can be lessened or prevented. Feet are complex anatomical structures. They are all-in-one stabilisers, shock absorbers, and propulsion engines that are instrumental to overall health and well-being. So if you are being prevented from exercise due to pain, we at Foot Street Podiatry can help get you back on the road! This is why you should see a Podiatrist Dr. Carol A. Thomson (Podiatrist) and an associate have just returned from Washington DC, having attended the 4 day National Podiatry Conference. Carol has returned full of enthusiasm having attended many lectures by international speakers on the latest research to help keep you on your toes. Carol found her colleagues were up well before the 6.30am lectures, out running along the Potamac in the
beautiful parks and athletic tracks. Fitness in the American Podiatry community is very high on the agenda. The buzz word was “Move it or lose it”! We Australians are no different. With longer, warmer days approaching, we like to dust off our runners and get active. However for some, hip, knee and foot pain prevents them from returning to exercise. We at Foot Street Podiatry can help you prevent injury and keep active. Make a time today for a foot health check. Below are some of the most common foot conditions treated by us at Foot Street Podiatry. Arthritis: a painful inflammatory condition causing swelling of the cartilage and the joint linings. There are 33 joints which can be afflicted within the foot. Diabetes: our Podiatrists play a key role in helping our patients manage diabetes successfully and avoid foot related complications by assessing your foot risk Foot and Ankle Injuries (sprains, strains and fractures): A foot or ankle sprain is a soft tissue injury. A fracture is a break in the bone. The foot and ankle work together to provide support and mobility to the body. Muscle & Tendon Problems: achillies tendonitis or planta fasciitis are both common causes of pain in the foot and ankle. Skin disorders: tinea, corns and callous, excessive sweating of the
Dr Isha Kalia, Podiatrist feet with odour and warts. Toe Joint & Nerve Disorder: we commonly see and offer advice on painful bunions, hammer toes and neuromas. Toenail Problems: Ingrown and fungal nails are the most common
nail impairments we see. Prescription Custom Orthotics: custom orthotics are specially-made devices designed to support and comfort your feet. We also cater for our younger athletes with special orthotics for small children.
Both our Podiatrists look forward to helping you stay active and enjoy life. Appointments can be made with Dr. Carol A. Thomson (Podiatrist), and Dr. Isha Kalia (Podiatrist). Call Foot Street Podiatry 97663253 or our Seaford rooms on 9786 4866.
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Orthodontics is not just Give joint pain, injury about straight teeth and arthritis the boot! WHILE orthodontists are primarily known for straightening teeth, they can also assist with painful and misaligned bites, tooth movement caused by bad habits such as thumb sucking, and even some forms of sleep apnoea. If you’re wondering what an orthodontist can do for your smile, you should make an appointment to have an assessment. Early Treatment Early treatment occurs when the child has both primary and adult teeth. Usually this is between ages 7-11. While not every patient requires early treatment. Some problems are best managed at this age. The advantage of early treatment is that early diagnosis allows the orthodontist to help tooth eruption, guide facial growth and often intercept serious problems before they occur. Teenage Orthodontics The majority of orthodontic treatment is completed in the teenage years. This usually involves braces or clear aligners (Invisalign). Treatment can often be completed without taking out any permanent teeth. At this stage, comprehensive treatment can get the aligned teeth and a functional bite. Retainers are used to maintain the teeth in the desired position even after treatment is completed. Adult Orthodontics It’s never too late to get orthodontic treatment!!! Treatment can be completed at any age. With many discrete options, this can be done with a variety of braces or clear aligners, including invisible types. If needed, we will collaborate with other dental practitioners to make sure you end up with a smile you can show off.
Dr Ravi Kamisetty Contact Orthodontic Specialists of Melbourne today for a Consultation.
WITH such cold weather upon us many will find joints, old injuries and arthritic conditions feeling stiff and painful, which can certainly interfere with our daily activities. But what can you do about them? Well, until recently the only options have been to put up with them, rest for extended periods, refrain from activities, resort to medications or in severe cases undergo surgery. BUT NOW thanks to the latest research and advances in medical science, along with experts like those at Foot & Leg Pain Clinics, lower limb pain from injuries, arthritis and degenerative concerns could be a thing of the past! Foot & Leg Pain Clinics have developed a clinically proven system to assist people with common musculoskeletal and degenerative conditions such as: foot, ankle, knee and hip pain, injuries (new and old), tissue degeneration, arthritis, bursitis, tendonitis and other soft tissue conditions. By combining the latest natural regenerative treatments, with load management strategies, targeted strengthening and conditioning and nutritional
advice – the clinics have been able to help patients to alleviate pain, improve mobility and re-engage in activities. They’ve even assisted some to avoid or prolong surgery such as knee replacement. “Thanks to the latest medical research we have a better understanding of the body and how we can assist it to function better and heal itself. Combine that information with the latest natural regenerative treatments and we’re able to assist soft tissue repair, improve joint & tissue function and mobility better than ever before”, says the experts at Foot & Leg Pain Clinics If you suffer from any foot or leg pain including knee and hip pain make an appointment today Foot & Leg Pain Clinics have clinics right across Melbourne, Geelong and the Mornington Peninsula, including Moorabbin, Berwick, Mt Eliza and Rosebud. For appointments phone 1300 328 300 or go to footlegpainclinics.com.au. Call NOW for $50 OFF initial consultations!
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A team to get you back on track IF you’re living with the burden of an injury, the team at The Sports Injury Clinic can help you get back on track once again. Whether you hurt yourself playing sport, picking up the kids or simply realised that your bad posture has taken its toll, they have solutions for clients from all walks of life. Offering a wealth of top of the range treatment services, they put your health and wellbeing first with their rehabilitation solutions. CEO of The Sports Injury Clinic, Pippa Hanson, says the main difference between TSIC is the joint knowledge from a larger variety of experts under the one roof. “We have a multi-disciplinary team and their joint knowledge of expertise is what separates us from everybody else. If someone came in for a knee complaint they would be seen by a physio but also a podiatrist can help. Someone with back problems might be booked in to see a physio for their back and neck problems but we have a sports and spinal expert that can help with the issue,” said Pippa. “We have a team of about 60 specialists with the majority in physiotherapy, but also complemented by podiatrists, myotherapists, sports and spinal doctors, naturopath, specific women’s health physio and hand therapists.” The team at TSIC are committed to helping you achieve your goals. Whether you’re looking to get fit, tend to an injury that is hindering your day to day activity or just want to prevent harm from occurring, they
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can guide you through a program that works best for your goals and capabilities. “While we are a leading sports injury clinic in Frankston, we do cater to a wide demographic of people regardless of whether or not their injuries stem from playing sports. From professional sports players to children, teenagers and adults who have found themselves injured and in pain, our services are tailored to your specific predicament,” said Pippa. “At The Sports Injury Clinic, we can provide clients with effective sports trauma management, ensuring that they get the personalised care they need to begin the road to recovery. With a wide range of treatment options available, you can feel confident that we have the solution you’re looking for, no matter what your situation may be.” The Sports Injury Clinic is at 365367 Nepean Highway, Frankston. Phone 9783 9990. www.tsic.com.au
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Develop, recover and maintain skills needed for everyday life.
Identify improper functioning of the body to maintain good health and control the root cause of illness.
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Tailored treatments including remedial therapy, dry needling, suction cupping and selfmanagement strategies. For a healthier, happier body.
SPORTS MEDICINE Ensure your body is running efficiently and at its peak.
PELVIC FLOOR THERAPY Improve incontinence, prostate wellbeing, lower back pain and recovery post pregnancy.
PODIATRY Diagnosis and management of foot and ankle pathology, acute and chronic lower limb injury, nail and skin pathology, footwear prescription and orthotic therapy.
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Cold Laser Therapy Now Available in Frankston THE secret to a full recovery is now available in Frankston! Locals no longer need to search far and wide to enjoy the benefits of Low Level (Cold) Laser Therapy. Low level or “Cold” Laser Therapy (CLT) uses low intensity lasers and light emitting diodes (LEDs) at the infrared and visible red wavelengths to relieve pain and reduce inflammation caused by damaged tissue. The CLT light particles penetrate the tissue through the skin to a specific depth depending on the wavelength. Unlike other electrotherapy modalities, the low-intensity laser light does not produce heat and is completely painless, working at the cellular level by energizing the mitochondria (your cellular “power houses”), with photons. This increases the speed of the body’s own natural healing process by boosting oxygen levels, activating natural pain relievers and relieving inflammation. As
the lasers used are not sufficiently strong to damage cells, this treatment has no adverse effects. By treating the underlying problem, CLT results in resolution of pain and restoration of function, assisting with issues such as frozen shoulder, knee pain, hip pain and bursitis related chronic pain. CLT is not a new science; it was pioneered in the 1960s, and over the past five decades more than 6000 studies have been listed on PubMed, documenting its effects in a range of medical and veterinary applications, most commonly on inflammation and pain. It is widely used by health practitioners and sports people to complement other therapies and treatments, including physiotherapy, acupuncture, chiropractic and massage therapy. Users include British and US military, premier division soccer teams, Olympic teams, Formula 1, rugby and cricket team therapists as well as specialist pain clinics in the
UK and USA. Many people experience significant relief after only 3–6 treatments. Complete tissue repair can take up to 12-15 visits depending on the severity of your injury. Cold laser therapy has been proven to: • Soothe Knee Osteoarthristis up to 3 months after therapy • Reduce Neck Pain lasting up to 22 weeks after therapy • Improve Muscle Fatigue Recovery in Athletes • Be 33% more effective for Back & Leg Pain compared to anti-inflammatory drugs • Reduce Ankle Sprain Swelling by 44% more than ice therapy. • Reduce the incidence of Oral Mucositis in cancer patients by 34%. Frankston Family Chiropractic is at 108 Beach Street, Frankston. Call 9783 9980 to find out how this technology can help you. Low Level (Cold) Laser Therapy: Dr. Janine Ritchie (chiropractor) is practicing cold laser therapy at Frankston Family Chiropratic.
COLD LASER THERAPY
Discover a new way to manage your pain Relief from a wide range of conditions Super-pulsed cold laser clears inflammation and can assist with the following conditions: • • • • • •
Chronic & Acute Injuries Neck & Lower Back Pain Muscle Strains Tendonitis Soft Tissue Injuries Arthritis
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Swelling/Edema Nerve Regeneration Repetitive Stress Injuries Sciatica Joint Sprains Muscle Fatigue Recovery
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Loud noises and our hearing Three things you can do for yourself THERE are many types of hearing weaknesses caused by a variety of reasons. The most common cause that I observe in my daily work is still the natural aging of our hearing. The gradual decline in our hearing can dramatically impact our quality of life, making even the simplest activities in our day more difficult, which can eventually make us feel less inclined to socialise with our family and friends. However, in recently years, I have noticed an increase in the number of clients experiencing hearing loss from not wearing satisfactory hearing protection in a noisy work environment. As a result, they now strain to follow everyday conversations at home with their family. Many of those clients reported that they regretted this as they could have prevented their hearing loss if they knew to wear hearing protection earlier. In fact, it has been found that since 1950 to the present, the average volume of music has increased by 39%! As an analogy, our hearing
is like a ‘glass’ and the daily noise is ‘water’. So, each noisy activity that you do: from the loud music at the gym to mowing the lawn, is all adding ‘water’ to the ‘glass’. The glass can only hold a certain amount of water before it overfills and pours out, which means the noise has caused temporary damage to our hearing. If these noisy activities are frequent enough then it will result in permanent damage. So even our lives are noisier. Of course, it wouldn’t be very practicable to wear hearing protection all hours of the day, but it highlights the importance of getting our hearing regularly checked and monitored. As Father’s Day is here, there’s no better time to get your dad’s hearing assessed. At Stay Tuned Hearing, we offer comprehensive hearing assessments and 30 days, obligation free hearing aid trials (if required). So, if you or a loved one you know, who has trouble hearing, let us help. Please call us on 9708 8626.
during Women’s Health Week
WHEN women have family, friends and colleagues depending on them, it can be difficult to find time for yourself. To help, Dr Michelle Woolhouse, Whole Medicine integrative GP, urges Mornington Peninsula women to put themselves first during Women’s Health Week from 3 – 7 September. “This is the perfect time to follow up on any overdue health checks such as cervical cancer screenings, skin checks, your breast health, diabetes tests, emotional support, bowel cancer screenings, bone mass density scans or blood pressure checks,” she says. “Remember, in order to look after others, sometimes we just have to put our own health priorities first!” Here are three more ways to focus on your wellbeing this week 1. SHELVE IT Try to stamp out at least one unhealthy habit
such as smoking, sugar, skipping breakfast, being overly sedentary, drinking too much alcohol, excessive worry or not getting enough sleep. 2. MOVE IT Finding time to exercise can be difficult when family, work and other commitments are mounting up, but it’s key to long-term health and prevention of disease. You can always break down the recommended 30 minutes of daily exercise into three 10 minute bursts of moderate activity. 3. FEEL IT Taking some time out to look after your emotional wellbeing is vital for your overall health. Give yourself permission to do something just for you – read a book, practice yoga or learn to meditate, go for a beach walk, meet up with friends – whatever makes you feel good.
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when should you start putting yourself first? If your family, friends and colleagues depend on you, a lack of time should not be a barrier to prioritising your health. Why not celebrate Women’s Health Week, from 3 – 7 September, by booking an appointment at Whole Medicine?
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Creative kids: Drawing activity at the Platypus Junction Langwarrin Open Days. Team work: The Platypus Junction Langwarrin team ready for the busy Open Days.
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LAST week, scores of local young families flocked to Platypus Junction on Union Road in leafy Langwarrin. Parents, expectant mothers, children and babies attended two Open Days to have a look inside the newly constructed childcare centre and kindergarten. Since the project began, interest amongst the locals has been high. The architecturally striking, purpose-built centre is centrally located near The Gateway Shopping Centre with easy access to Cranbourne-Frankston Road. The long-line, timber clad building with underground car-parking is surrounded by trees and play areas. And boasts a native garden designed by award-winning early childhood playground designer, Ruth Czermak of Botanical Traditions. The natural learning environments provoked the imagination of the young visitors with the most popular activities being the sensory play spaces and endless open-ended resources. Many spent time in the sand pit and on the outdoor decks while others participated in activities including drawing, water play and construction. The on-site chef ensured tummies didn’t rumble with an array of samples from the menu – the lemon and ricotta muffins were the crowd favourite.
The Platypus Junction team were on-hand to answer questions and add families to the enquiry list. Expected to open officially in coming weeks, many families took the opportunity to get in early and enrol. Platypus Junction business owners Dale and Julie Pearce have over 20 years’ experience in childcare and explained their new centre with passion, “This is the future of childcare. We’re raising the bar in this centre. It needs to be seen to get a sense of where we’re headed. For those who missed out on our Open Days, we welcome you to book a tour to come and have a look.” Felicity Hall, the group business director shared the enthusiasm. She added, “It’s really exciting to open another new centre. We have open, airy and bright learning spaces, customised furniture and educational toys and activities that have all been individually selected to enhance children’s development, from babies to 4-year-old kindergarten. The Centre includes a welcome area, kitchen and eight separate age grouped rooms.” Judging from the crowd at the Open Days, the centre is set to be very popular and places will fill up quickly.
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Calls to ‘dig deep’ for the Seventh War Loan Compiled by Brodie Cowburn DAY by day the good news of fresh Allied victories continues to come through; each day there are fresh stories of the wonderful deeds of the Australians, and each day sees the line that indicates the horrible leash that the Hun threw across Europe being taken further and further back towards the Rhine. It is good news, it is cheering news; but not for one instant must it be taken to indicate that Australia is now at liberty to slacken in her war efforts. Rather it means that still greater efforts must be made; it is the supreme time when there must be every assurance that all that is necessary to force the fight to a determined finish shall be forthcoming. While men are essential to the gaining of such an issue, money is equally essential, for without it armies cannot be maintained in the field, clothing and equipment cannot be supplied and ammunition found. For the greater part of the war the Imperial Government has been bearing Australia’s share of the financial burden and until the last war loan was floated Australia was not self-supporting in this respect. In order that the Commonwealth may continue to be self-supporting the people of Australia are being asked to find the money for another loan of £40,000,000 – money that is to be used solely in the prosecution of the war. It is not an appeal to one section of the community alone, it is an appeal to every man, and woman in the Commonwealth, and it is equally the duty as well as the privilege of every man and woman to respond to that appeal.
In order that the appeal may reach everyone – may, in fact, be taken into the very homes of the people, the system of allocating quotas of the money required to the various districts, and forming committees in every district to organise and control the work locally was adopted. Thus, it will only be as the result of the direct efforts of these local committees that a success will be made of this the Seventh War Loan. Unfortunately, in many parts of Victoria there has not yet been an attempt made to form the necessary committees. Municipal elections have interfered with the work in most of the centres but now that those elections are past it is essential that a prompt effort be made to get this appeal to the people of the State into proper working order. It will require hard and thorough work upon the part of those who constitute the local committees, but it is unthinkable that there will be one committee in the State that will be content unless the name of its district figures among those who have succeeded in gaining an honour flag by raising the set sum of money placed against its name. And, it is equally unthinkable that there will be any local committee that will be satisfied before every house and every shop in the community is decorated with the house flag that will indicate that the householders and shopkeepers have done their individual part. During its last war loan campaign America succeeded in gaining subscriptions from one out of every six persons comprising the population. Canada accomplished practically the
same good work. Australia, however, even in its most unsuccessful war loan campaign, the sixth, succeeded only in gaining subscriptions from one out of every thirty five persons of the population. America accomplished her wonderful performance by adopting system of committees much as is being done in Australia in connection with the present war loan campaign. If America can accomplish such things Australia surely can do the same. And, if Australia as a whole can succeed, Victoria ought to be able to outdistance every one of the other States in the making of this success. There are more than 1,405,000 people in the State of Victoria and it ought easily be possible to succeed in getting at least 250.000 subscribers out of that number. It may look a gigantic task on paper, but when reduced to the detail of every local committee seeing that every house and every shop bears a war loan house badge it is obviously easy. All that is needed for success is that local committees shall “GET BUSY.” *** FLINDERS shire council has been authorised to raise the sum of £3,600 for the installation of an electric lighting plant at Sorrento. *** ON Monday next, Sep 9th, Messrs Brody and Mason will conduct their monthly market at Somerville, when cattle, horses, sheep, pigs, poultry, etc will be offered. *** THE annual meeting of the Frankston Athletic Sports Club is called for Friday evening next, and it is hoped that there will be a good attendance
of members and those intending to become members. *** THE hon. secretary of the Frankston Branch of the Red Cross Society notifies by advertisement that the local depot will be open on alternate Thursdays in future instead of Wednesdays. *** THE Frankston Progress Association will begin its career of usefulness next Saturday, by removing the unsightly old fence on the eastern side of the Mornington Road, opposite the tennis court. It is hoped that a good muster of town-folk, free to come will mark the initial effort of this very desirable association. *** THE balance sheet of the concert held recently in aid of the funds of the Langwarrin Camp was submitted at a meeting of the committee on the 9th August. The total receipts amount to £22 3s; expenses £6 5d. leaving a credit balance of £16 2s 7d which will be handed over to the camp. *** TENDERS are invited in this issue for the conveyance of mails to and from Carrum Downs and Frankston twice a week, and to and from Stony Point and Fairhaven once a week. Full particulars may be obtained at the General Post Office or any of the places named above. *** AT the meeting of the Frankston and Hastings shire council on Thursday, Cr C. Murray was elected president for the ensuing term, on the motion of Crs Longmuir and Turner. The motion was supported by all the
members and carried unanimously. Crs Turner and Hodgins moved that the allowance be the same as last year, £20. An amendment by Crs Unthank and Mason that the amount be raised to £25 was carried. *** A PUBLIC meeting of ratepayers of the shire of Frankston and Hastings will be held in the Frankston Mechanics on Wednesday next, September 11, for the purpose of electing a local executive committee under the Commonwealth Repatriation Act. The meeting commences at 8 pm, and it is to be hoped that there will be a representative gathering from all parts of the shire. *** A FOOTBALL match will be played against Mordialloc on the local ground on Saturday, September 7th. The following players are requested to be on the ground: Cunneen, Faster, Williams, Cain, Gabriel, Martin, Peddle, E. McComb, Goodwin, Hunt, Darcy, Matson, Coxall, Gamble, Thompson, Burton (2), Wilkinson, Purdy, Prosser, Ryan, Bedcock, W. McComb, Paternoster, Keys. *** OWING to the high price of jarrah timber, a very considerable expense has been incurred by the committee of the Honor Avenue in procuring the jarrah posts for fencing the avenue, and an earnest appeal is made to all who have not yet contributed towards the cost of the memorial to our soldier lads to do so at once. *** From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 7 September 1918
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THUNDER ROAD BRING ‘THE BOSS’ TO TOWN THUNDER Road are without doubt Australia’s number one Bruce Springsteen show. Formed in 2010, featuring a line up of seasoned and professional musicians and a repertoire of over 50 songs, Thunder Road is dedicated to enjoying and sharing Bruce’s music in a live setting, playing all the classics from ‘Born to Run’ to ‘Glory Days’ and through to his recent releases. The group captures the classic Springsteen sound. ‘Thunder Road’ remains true to the spirit and energy of the music, while delivering the songs with all the passion and conviction of the Boss. Each member of ‘Thunder Road’ has proudly spent many years touring and playing in the live music scene throughout Australia. Having graced some of the biggest stages in the country they now come together to form this exceptional show to an artist they all love. Featuring a full 7 piece ‘E-street’ style backing band, including saxophone, piano, hammond organ, guitars, bass and drums - Thunder Road deliver the full Springsteen show like no one else. Thunder Road will be playing at The Grand Hotel, Mornington, Friday 7 September. Tickets at grand.oztix.com.au or www.grand. net.au Frankston Times
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SMELLY SCHOOL HOLIDAYS! AUSTRALIA’S favourite kidult comedians, The Listies, are bringing their best-smelling book Ickypedia: A Dictionary of Disgusting New Words to Frankston Arts Centre’s stage these school holidays! Ickypedia is a seriously silly show that answers all of life’s unimportant questions: How do you take a smellfie? What exactly are udderpants? and what happens if you never-ever clean your room? With snot-monsters, bubble machines
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Redlegs slay the Stonecats DIVISION ONE
By Brodie Cowburn FRANKSTON YCW have shocked football fans across the peninsula by bowing out of finals in just the second week. The Stonecats were put to the sword by Mt Eliza in a stunning come from behind victory. The Stonecats suffered a blow pregame with Paul Minchington ruled out due to a calf injury. Minchington booted five goals last week to help his team to a win. Despite their injury concerns, Frankston YCW got off to a blinding start, dominating the Redlegs throughout the first half. The Stonecats were absolutely in control at the half time break, with Mt Eliza’s skills by foot letting them down on multiple occasions. Despite having their backs to the wall, the Redlegs looked like a transformed team in the second half, playing a much more physically dominant style of play. The biggest change for Mt Eliza in the second half came through Jordan Moncrieff, who set the game alight. After a relatively quiet one goal first half, Moncrieff piled on six majors in the second half to drag his side back into the contest. Against all odds, the Redlegs snatched the lead with seconds to play in the third term, and held onto their lead throughout the last quarter to run
out unlikely 11.9 (75) to 8.11 (59) winners. The loss ends a difficult year for the Stonecats, who were ravaged by injury and went eight matches without a win throughout the middle of the year. Frankston YCW have won seven of the last eight Grand Finals they have contested, but will now not have the chance to contest another one after stumbling before the finish line. While there was disappointment for the Stonecats, there was elation for Mt Eliza. After a disappointing loss to Pines last week, the Redlegs reminded everyone of their class to book a spot in the preliminary final on Sunday at Frankston Park. Mt Eliza will take on Sorrento in the Preliminary Final, after Pines beat them in a hard fought contest at Alexandra Park. Pines have been the inform side in the competition, and had beaten Sorrento by three points in their previous outing. Both sides traded blows in a tight and competitive first half, before Pines started to pull away. Only eight points separated the sides going into the last quarter, but the Pythonds held on to claim the 11.16 (82) to 14.11 (95) win and claim their spot in the Grand Final, their first since 2002. Perry Lewis-Smith, Aaron Edwards, Daniel Johns, and Luke Potts were Pines’ best in the victory.
Another one: Jordan Moncrieff celebrates after slotting one of his seven goals for the afternoon. Picture: Andrew Hurst
Tigers tame Kangaroos DIVISION TWO
By Brodie Cowburn DROMANA have bounced back from their shock defeat last week in stunning fashion, hammering Langwarrin to book their spot in the Grand Final. The Kangaroos were put on the backfoot early by a fast starting Dromana. Langwarrin could not register a score in the first quarter, and could only manage one goal in the second. In that time, Dromana piled on ten goals to take a 58 point lead into the half time break. The Kangaroos needed everything to go their way, but Dromana were proving far too good, piling on another seven goals to zero in the third term. Sitting over 100 points up with a quarter still to play, the Tigers could afford to kick their feet up and make sure their bodies were ready to go for next weeks Grand Final matchup. The final siren could not come soon enough for the Kangaroos, as they eventually succumbed to a 22.12 (144) to 4.6 (30) win. Dromana were helped to their win by an even spread of goalkickers, with Sam Fowler and Ben Holmes the most prolific among them with three goals each. The win sees the Tigers advance to the Grand Final, where they will meet Red Hill in a rematch from last week. Dromana have lost just two matches all season, both against Red Hill. The Grand Final will be played 2pm Saturday at Frankston Park. The win capped off a big week of events in Division Two, with Hastings also causing a stir by signing former Coleman medallist Brendan Fevola for the 2019 season.
Hastings heartbroken by shock premiership loss SEWF
Up, up, and away: Dromana dominated Langwarrin to fly into the Division Two Grand Final. Picture: Andrew Hurst
By Brodie Cowburn HASTINGS’ run in Division Three of the South Eastern Womens Football League has come to a heartbreaking end, as their undefeated streak was broken by Pearcedale in the Grand Final at Holm Park Reserve. Hastings have been the powerhouse side in the competition, with a draw being the only blemish on their record throughout the year. Faced with a Grand Final matchup against fourth placed Pearcedale, the Blues went in as overwhelming favourites to secure the premiership. Things got off to a decent start, as Hastings led at each of the breaks in play throughout the match. Going into the final term, Pearcedale’s inaccuracy in front of goal had been costing them. They had kicked one goal and nine behinds going into the last quarter. In the final turn the momentum swung in Pearcedale’s favour, as they kicked two unanswered goals to snatch the win and snatch an unlikely premiership. The final score read 3.1 (19) to 3.9 (27). The Grand Final defeat was Hastings’ first in 15 games this season, and was a disappointing way to cap off a successful season for the Blues. In SEWF Division One, Seaford fell agonisingly short of pulling off a win in their Grand Final clash against Eastern Devils. Seaford and Eastern Devils both only lost one match for the season, and looked evenly matched on paper. The Devils finished with a
much higher percentage and would have been considered by many as he favourites. The Devils looked a little shaky throughout the first half. They could only manage four behinds before the main break, but Seaford could not make them pay and remained scoreless. The Devils finally put a couple of goals in the board in the third term to take the lead, but Seaford chipped it back in the final quarter. Seaford fought hard but ended up just falling short in a 2.5 (17) to 2.2 (14) loss. Division Two also saw a frustrating Grand Final result for a peninsula side, as Tyabb were soundly beaten by Bass Coast. Bass Coast have been untouchable throughout the entire year, and quickly but the game to rest with a three goal to zero first half. That lead stretched in the third term, but Tyabb were not doing themselves any favours. They had kicked eight straight behind going into the final quarter, The Yabbies restored some respectability in the final quarter with a couple of goals, but fell well short of Bass Coast in a 5.4 934) to 2.8 (20) loss. Kate Thompson and Alicia Coventry were the two names on the scoresheet for the Yabbies. Despite going down, the Yabbies will take encouragement from the fact that they took bass Coast all the way and gave them some headaches, given Bass Coast finished the year with no losses and a percentage of over 1000.
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Langy honours Macleod, Strikers safe SOCCER
By Craig MacKenzie WHILE Langwarrin was unveiling The Gus Macleod Stand at Lawton Park on Saturday Peninsula Strikers were securing their State 2 South-East status. Macleod has held the reins at Langy for 20 years and in his final home match watched his side come from behind to snatch a 1-1 draw against already relegated Nunawading City. Big reputations and a big budget have not saved the visitors who featured former A-League stars Ben Khalfallah and Massimo Murdocca, the former playing as sweeper while Murdocca took up a central midfield role. After a goalless first half the deadlock was broken in the 61st minute when a long Khalfallah free-kick fell to Borbor Sam who turned past Lloyd Clothier before striking a low shot past Langy keeper Robbie Acs from the right of the area. Four minutes from time Langy midfielder Paul Speed took aim from outside the area and his blocked shot fell for teammate Luke Burgess whose close-range volley levelled the scores. Straight from the restart Nunawading fashioned the best chance of the contest when Sam squared for what should have been a simple Murdocca tap-in but somehow Brendan Richardson blocked the ball on the line and it was scrambled clear. A minute later John Kuol shot wide from the left of the area and that was Langy’s last chance to end the day on a winning note. Strikers defeated fellow relegation battler Heatherton United 3-2 at Centenary Park on Saturday in dramatic circumstances. Ali Sanad was the benefactor of an error from Strikers keeper Dilan Mery in the 20th minute but John Prescott’s seventh goal since signing from Casey Comets nine weeks ago made it 1-1. Two minutes into first-half injury time Alpha Turay’s cool finish gave the home side a 2-1 lead at the break. A Sanad volley in the 60th minute made it 2-2 and set up a tense finish and it was left back Sam Luxford who became an instant hero in the 87th minute when he beat several opponents before slotting home a left-foot shot. The goal sparked wild celebrations among Strikers’ long-suffering fans and when the final whistle sounded what seemed fanciful a few weeks ago had become reality. “A massive congratulations must go
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to Jamie Skelly and his coaching staff of Joe Donaghy and Ben Caffrey who took on the job when everyone had written us off,” Strikers president Trevor Johnston said. “Our club will forever be indebted to them and what they have brought to us in such a short period of time.” In State 1 South-East news Mornington went down 2-1 away to Eltham Redbacks on Saturday. Josh Valadon put the visitors ahead in the second half but goals in the 71st and 81st minutes from Dejan Milevski and Lachlan Hogben gave the home aside a crucial three points in its fight to avoid relegation. Meanwhile Gary Hodgson stepped down as president of Frankston Pines last week after seven years at the helm. Hamdija Osmancevic is interim president and is expected to stand for the position at the club’s AGM on Thursday 27 September at the Monterey Reserve clubrooms. His son Amir plays with Northcote in the NPL and is tipped to join Pines for the 2019 season along with some other high-profile recruits as the club targets promotion. Pines aims to build a significant war chest for next season and Alistair Webster, who joined the committee this season, is believed to be raising sponsorship with a figure of $100,000 being bandied about as a playing budget.
Hodgson, Steve Spencer, Patrick Duffy, Matt Murray and Tommy Mitchell are expected to again be part of the new committee but Pip Hodgson is having a well-earned break. Other newcomers may join the committee and the club is keen to revive its junior wing. Right now though Pines has a battle on its hands to avoid the drop after Saturday’s 7-0 home loss to State 2 South-East champion Doveton and this weekend’s away clash with Doncaster Rovers looms as a must-win. In State 3 South-East news Skye United’s State 2 promotion push officially ended last weekend with a 3-0 loss away to Middle Park. Harry McCartney reports that Seaford United blew a chance to move off the bottom of the State 3 ladder when it could only draw 1-1 with fellow battler Dingley Stars at North Seaford Reserve on Saturday. In the 15th minute a long ball from Dion Brown took an awkward bounce and was pounced on by Dylan Waugh who put the home side ahead. Dingley equalised in the 32nd minute when it got forward in numbers and Kerem Akyala finished off a good interpassing move. The visitors dominated the first 20 minutes of the second half but the Tigers clawed their way back and in the last 20 minutes peppered the Stars goal but to no avail.
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In State 4 South news Baxter led twice away to Sandown Lions but eventually went down 5-2. Stuart MacKenzie and Ben Meiklem scored for Baxter but the Lions came roaring back with a Tevin Mwenenjawa hat-trick and goals from Matt Thowat and Dobuol Kong. The result keeps Baxter in the relegation scrap and it faces title-chasing Springvale City at Baxter Park this weekend. Championship and promotion aspirations are on the line for Somerville Eagles going into the final round of the State 5 South season. That’s due to an injury time winner from Ash Scholes as Somerville downed Endeavour Hills Fire 2-1 last weekend. Endeavour defender Laurent Coralie was sent off in the 20th minute but the 10 men took a shock first-half lead when Eid Sarwari went down inside the area and Johanes Negassi converted from the spot. Somerville dominated the remainder of the contest but couldn’t break through until the 83rd minute when Bjorn Kutschera tackled an opponent and the ball looped over Endeavour keeper Joshua Permal for the equaliser. Somerville laid siege to the Endeavour goal but just when a draw seemed inevitable a Scholes header kept the local side’s dream alive. Aspendale may have derailed
Rowville Eagles’ promotion chances after a come-from-behind 2-1 away win last weekend. The visitors’ depth was tested due to injuries and a number of teenagers were thrown into the fray. Rowville’s star striker Daniel Grigoruta put his side ahead in the 9th minute but Domenic Paul equalised in the 15th minute and was rewarded for a superb run in the 83rd minute with the winner. Rowville’s Ruben Ichim was sent off in the 88th minute for violent conduct but Aspendale was able to maintain its composure until the final whistle. In NPLW news Southern United’s stellar under-14s made it back-to-back titles when they defeated Bayside United 1-0 last Wednesday night in a catch-up match at Kingston Heath Soccer Complex. Danica Vukcevic scored the winner in the 11th minute and the squad now turns its focus towards another finals campaign in a bid to repeat last season’s championship and Grand Final successes. Last weekend the champions beat South Melbourne 3-1 at Middle Park to strike a psychological blow against a potential finals opponent. Alex Jones scored for Southern in the 9th minute but Maxine Diblasi equalised five minutes later. Rhys McKenna put Southern in front nine minutes into the second half and Jones rounded off the scoreline in the 53rd minute. Southern under-12s hammered South Melbourne 6-1 with goals from Eden McKeown (3), Rhiannon Kelleher (2) and a first for the season from Jemma De Vos. John Meads’ squad has enjoyed an excellent year with 18 wins, three draws and three losses. The under-16s lost 4-1 to South Melbourne with MacKenzie Hicks scoring for Southern while the under19s lost 10-0 and the seniors 8-0. Next weekend’s games: SATURDAY 3pm: Southern Utd v Senior NTC (Monterey Reserve, U16s 11am, U19s 1pm), Melbourne City v Langwarrin (LaTrobe University, Pitch 1), Mornington v Malvern City (Lawton Park), Mazenod v Peninsula Strikers (Mazenod College), Doncaster Rovers v Frankston Pines (Anderson Park), Skye Utd v Brighton (Skye Recreation Reserve), Noble Park Utd v Seaford Utd (Parkfield Reserve), Baxter v Springvale City (Baxter Park), Aspendale v Knox Utd (Jack Grut Reserve), Pakenham Utd v Somerville Eagles (IYU Recreation Reserve).
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Gulls off to a flyer, Sharks sink BASKETBALL
By Ben Triandafillou THE Chelsea Gulls have taken out the opening round of the Big V grand-final series in dominant fashion on Saturday 25 August, while the Southern Peninsula Sharks will need to win two on the road to be named grand-final victors. The Chelsea Gulls men’s division one side claimed an 11-point victory over the Shepparton Gators (94-83) in the first round of the best-of-three grand-final series. The Gulls scored the victory away from home and are set to play their next two rounds in front of their home crowd at Patterson River Stadium, with around 1,000 supporters expected to flock to the game. Chelsea Gulls head coach Peter Caspersz said the critical win was one of the side’s best performances for the season. “The second half performance was enormous but we’ve got to back it up now and do it all again,” Caspersz said. “It definitely takes a little bit of the heat off us and puts a bit more pressure on them to win these next two rounds on the road but we’re certainly not getting ahead of ourselves. “We were in the same position against Western Port and we won’t want to be making the same mistake again. “We’re confident heading in but we don’t want to be getting too confident as they have two very good imports that could be capable of
Up and about: Chelsea Gulls take out the opening round of the grand-final series, defeating the Shepparton Gators by 11 points. Picture: Big V
anything so we’ve got to be mindful of that.” Caspersz said the Gulls supporters have made a huge difference throughout the season and is expecting another massive turnout over the weekend. “It was a great game, but ‘wow’
would be the word I’d used to describe the crowd,” he said. “The support from the supporters at every away game has been incredible. I reckon we had about 300 followers in that first game.” The Gulls will likely be opening the footy oval to allow for parking
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win their next two rounds away at Boardman Stadium, Sunbury to be crowned champions. Southern Peninsula Sharks basketball operations manager Lucas Allen said the women’s team certainly didn’t lack a drive to win. “It was a tough game but I think the Jets’ experience having five or six national league players made a lot of difference,” Allen said. “You certainly couldn’t question [the Sharks’] intent. They had a great crack but just couldn’t get the ball in the back of the net. “Sunbury did a great job defensively, but hopefully we can get a few shots to drop and turn the result around.” It’s no easy feat to win away from home but Allen believes the Sharks won’t be too fazed by the travel. “They won their first three finals games on the road so I think they’ll be able to handle playing away,” he said. “Sunbury have earnt [the two home grand final games] with how they’ve gone throughout the year. “Our girls aren’t going to be able to match the international experience that they have, but they’ll certainly be better for having that experience in the first round and I’m sure they’ll put in another great performance.” Both of the second and third round grand final matches will be played on the weekend of Saturday 1 September for the Southern Peninsula Sharks and the Chelsea Gulls.
Waves end history-making run NETBALL
By Ben Triandafillou THE Peninsula Waves’ under-19s history-making run has come to an end with a tough loss to DC North East Blaze in the Preliminary finals on Sunday 26 August. After claiming the minor semi-final over the reigning premiers, Geelong Cougars, on Wednesday 22 August, the Waves quickly backed up their performance to contest for the last remaining spot in the under-19s VNL grand final on the weekend. The Waves’ side, which is the first under-19s team to make it through to the finals series in the history of the club, put in a top performance against the Blaze but were unable to prevail over the 2017 grand finalists and were defeated by 23 goals (60-37). While star Waves’ shooters Abuk Kenyang and Georgia Hernan managed to shoot an impressive 37 goals under the pressure of the Blaze, the Peninsula team weren’t able to match the drive. The Blaze soared to an early nine goal lead in the first quarter, and while the Waves shot within four goals of their opponents in the second and third quarters, they were unable to recover. Changes in their player combinations allowed the Waves to adapt to the Blaze’s playing style and stay fresh, as Ashlee Barnett, Sarah Russell, Neomai Taufa and Sussu Liai rotated through the defensive goal circle, but the determined Blaze side were too strong in the end. Peninsula Waves championship coach Jess Whitfort said the club couldn’t be any happier with how the
under-19s competed throughout the season. “We started with a pretty fresh team this season and we didn’t really know what to expect but they put in such a consistent effort throughout the season
and we are absolutely thrilled with how well they went,” Whitfort said. “It was a little bit of a surprise, but they put in during the pre-season and that really paid off. Most of the team are 14 or 15 years old, so to get finals
experience is massive and hopefully we can build off that again for next season.” The new Waves’ (teams) for next season is set to be announced in the coming weeks.
Final lunge: DC North East Blaze race into the grand final of the VNL following their win over the Peninsula Waves. Picture: Grant Treeby
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MPNFL clubs reject Cranbourne
Champs: Archie, Ollie, Joel and Hamish are all smiles after representing Victoria at the National Cross-Country Championships. Picture: Supplied
A vote by the 22 club presidents has seen Cranbourne Football Club have their application to join the MPNFL rejected. The presidents met on 29 August to cast their judgement on whether the Eagles should enter the competition. To be accepted into the league Cranbourne needed an 75% majority of votes, but fell short. Cranbourne’s current competition, the SEFNL, is disbanding at the end of the year, leaving the Eagles with limited options. The club has appealed the decision to the AFL South East Region Commission, and an independent panel
Little Aths have a ‘ball’ at Championships THE Mornington Peninsula Little Athletics Centre had six talented juniors compete at the Australian Cross-Country Championships at Maleny, QLD on Saturday 25 August. Hamish Terris, Declyn Tanner, Archie Hewett, Ollie Pratt, Jake Simmons and Joel Bell took on an incredibly tough course at the national competition, with Hamish also getting the honour of captaining the Team Vic Primary Boys. Archie and Hamish competed in the boy’s under-12s competition where they finished in sixth and 32nd place respectively. Archie did outstanding to be the first Victorian to cross the line in the national competition, while it was Hamish’s third time representing the state. The lone girl, Declyn Tanner, did a tremendous job in the under-11 girl’s competition and claimed 30th
place, while Ollie, Jake and Joel competed in the under-13 boy’s secondary division and finished in 36th, 56th and 57th place, respectively. Mornington Peninsula Little Aths assistant secretary Lisa Henry said that it sounded like all the juniors had an “absolute ball” at the championships. “I was told that it “was a dreamcome-true” for Archie, and Declyn had an amazing time and was very proud of her efforts,” she said. Registrations for the 2018/19 Track and Field season have also now opened for Saturday mornings starting in October. For more information visit the Mornington Peninsula Little Aths website at: www.morningtonlittleaths.org.
will now decide the club’s fate. Cranbourne president Gerry Kelly said he was “very disappointed” about the outcome. “There was a lot of support from a lot of clubs, but there are some against us as well. It’s confusing because I think there is a general agreeance that they want a third division so that each club can find their level. To make a third division they need more clubs,” he said. “The MPNFL is really our only option. We need a home, we need to play somewhere. Mornington Peninsula is the best fit for the Cranbourne Football Club. I think we would
improve the league as well. “Cranbourne Football Club need a home next year. Our league disbanded, and we need somewhere to play. Historically and geographically we see ourselves as part of the Mornington Peninsula, and we want to be there for the next 50 years.” The proposal would have seen Cranbourne bring their reserves, under 19s, and Netball teams across to the league as well. The vote took place in the form of a secret ballot, leaving Cranbourne in the dark as to who voted against them. Brodie Cowburn
Pearson breaks duck
MORNINGTON-based apprentice jockey Rose Pearson has claimed her first metropolitan victory at Ladbrokes Park on Wednesday 29 August. The promising female jockey ran away with a comfortable 4.5-length victory on the six-year-old mare, Street Spun, for her boss, Mornington trainer David Brideoake. While Pearson was initially trapped three-wide for the first 400m of the race, a proactive move to take the
daughter of Hard Spun to the lead inevitably made all the difference with the mare continuing to extend on her winning margin. Pearson, who has had 10 rides at metropolitan level in Melbourne, said it was great to break through with so few rides in town and even better to do it with an “old champion” like Street Spun. “She’s been such a fantastic horse to the stable,” she said.
“I’ve been riding her for three years and every prep she just comes out and wins multiple races. “She prefers the ground a lot softer than this, but she was just full of running coming down the hill. I tried to move her out to the better ground but she just kept finding.” Pearson kicked off her apprenticeship in 2014 and has accumulated 35 wins on country tracks. Ben Triandafillou
Break-through: Mornington-based apprentice jockey, Rose Pearson, wins her first metropolitan race aboard Street Spun. Picture: Supplied
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Mt Eliza search for alternative home venue MOUNT Eliza Tennis Club’s use of the Frankston Tennis Club’s courts for coaching and competition purposes has been extended until the end of 2019, but the ever-growing club’s issue of limited “overflow” courts could soon become a problem. Mt Eliza, the 11th top ranked club in Victoria, has been hiring seven courts from the Frankston Tennis Club. However, with the expected demolition and re-location of the Frankston tennis venue to McLelland Drive, Frankston to make way for the Frankston Hospital’s expansion, Mt Eliza will need to find a new location for their home “overflow” courts. Frankston Tennis Club’s new complex at Centenary Park, which is estimated to be worth $14 million, will be too far for Mt Eliza to call it their “alternative home” venue. Mt Eliza Tennis Club’s head coach Steve Foot said there was a silver lining to the extension of their time at the current Frankston Tennis Club. “We were a little concerned that if [Frankston] was closed down on March 31, which was the initial
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Forever growing: Mt Eliza Tennis Club is in search for a new “overflow” location to act as a new alternative home. Picture: Supplied
agreement, then we wouldn’t get our third and fourth tournaments in which begin at the start of next year,” Foot said. “But now we’ve been told we’ve got it for the whole year, so we should get four tournaments and hopefully
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get a fifth one in, as we’ve applied to run an extra one next year. “The fact that we’ve got an extra nine months should allow us enough time to find a new alternative home venue.” Mt Eliza Tennis Club, which cur-
rently uses 10 courts at their home venue, has previously hired courts at Baxter Park, Long Island and Padua College to cover their “overflow” but as the club continues to grow, these options become less practical. “There’s no other venue that has
enough courts that’s close enough in proximity for us to share or use,” he said. “There’s obviously clubs close to us. There’s Ranelagh just down the road from us but they’ve got their own teams, there’s Overport Park not far away but they’ve got their own teams, and there’s Mornington but they’ve also got their own teams. “There’s no logical venue in close proximity for us to have our overflow teams operate out of and that’s why we’ve been so keen to build some extra courts on the oval but I don’t think that’s going to happen. ”We used to use [Baxter Park] and that’s got four courts, but four courts just isn’t enough. “Because of the physical size of the Frankston venue, with the 15 courts they have there, it means that we’ve been able to hire seven of their courts without causing too much trouble. Mt Eliza will continue to hire courts from the current Frankston venue until the end of 2019, but will continue to look for alternative options to help cater for their “overflow”. Ben Triandafillou
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