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Calls growing for action on Murphy Report

Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au

AUSTRALIAN cricketer Usman

Khawaja has declared his support for reforms proposed by the anti-gambling inquiry chaired by late Dunkley MP Peta Murphy.

Khawaja visited Parliament on Thursday, 28 August, to meet with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. He travelled to Canberra planning to speak about the war in Gaza and gambling reform.

Prior to his meeting with the Prime Minister, Khawaja told reporters in Canberra that the federal government should ban gambling from sport.

“You have to go cold turkey. It’s the same as what happened with tobacco,” Khawaja said. “If gambling is repeatedly being brought together with sport and athletes, showing you can’t watch sport without gambling, then it is a very dangerous precedent to set.

“I can’t watch a game without getting odds right before. I play grade cricket with young cricketers who are coming through - there are 16-yearolds with gambling accounts and they cannot watch the game without put-

ting a bet on.

“The relationship that young kids are having with gambling is scary, and it’s dangerous.”

Peta Murphy chaired a parliamentary inquiry into gambling harm, which released its final report in mid-2023. Murphy died from breast cancer just months after the report was handed down.

The inquiry’s report made 31 recommendations, including a ban on online gambling advertising, stronger consumer protections for licensed online gambling, a crackdown on illegal gambling websites, and a legislated duty of care. The federal government has yet to act on the recommendations (“Murphy Report inaction inconceivable” The Times 29/4/2025).

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was grilled about the federal government’s inaction on gambling reform in Question Time last week. Independent MP Kate Chaney asked the Prime Minister “is the delay due to successful lobbying by powerful interests, and what do you say to people experiencing gambling harm who are still being bombarded by gambling ads?”

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Gamblers have ‘right to punt’ - PM

Confirmed from page 1

“Today, parliamentarians from across the House again heard personal stories about gambling harm, including from a Western Australian whose brother died by suicide after struggling with gambling addiction. The government hasn’t even provided a response to the Murphy inquiry into online gambling, let alone implemented any of our key recommendations,” Cheney said.

Albanese defended his government’s track record, saying “it is not correct to say that we haven’t responded. We have done more as a government than any government in Australia’s history since Federation.”

“BetStop, the self-exclusion register, has been in operation for two years as of last week and is making an enormous difference. We have launched the National Self-Exclusion Register.

At the end of July, it had recorded 46,369 total registrations, including 30,750 active exclusions. Thirty-nine per cent of current registrants have chosen a lifetime ban,” he said. “The problem that we see with gambling isn’t someone having a punt on a Saturday at the pub. It is ongoing addiction to gambling, which can be incredibly harmful.

“We have banned the use of credit cards for online wagering. We’ve established mandatory customer ID pre-verification for online wagering. We’ve implemented monthly win-loss statements. We’ve strengthened classification of video games that contain gambling-like content.”

Albanese said that sporting organisations needed to take responsibility themselves. “We want to break the connection between wagering and sport. A lot of that has been done voluntarily, as well, by the sporting organisations, who understand the damage that can be caused,” he said.

“Gambling is legal in Australia. We respect people’s right to have a punt, but we also have a responsibility to make sure that the industry acts responsibly, and that’s what we’re doing.”

AUSTRALIAN cricketer Usman Khawaja (inset) is among those joining the calls to implement gambling reform championed by late Dunkley MP Peta Murphy. Picture: Supplied

Road and rail plans top Canberra agenda

Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au

THE federal government’s $50 million commitment to upgrade Nepean Highway was front of mind when Frankston Council and Mornington Peninsula Shire sent their mayors to Canberra last week.

It was a rocky road to Canberra for the delegation, which was organised by the Committee For Frankston and Mornington Peninsula. After making public comments about the Committee, Frankston mayor Kris Bolam was temporarily uninvited from the trip. He ultimately attended, alongside Committee CEO Josh Sinclair, Mornington Peninsula Shire mayor Anthony Marsh, Mornington Peninsula Shire CEO Mark Stoermer, and Frankston Council officer Kristen Thomson. Dunkley MP Jodie Belyea and Flinders MP Zoe McKenzie also took part.

The full delegation met with aged care minister Sam Rae, housing minister Clare O’Neil, and advisors to infrastructure minister Catherine King. The Shire’s attendees on the trip also met with environment minister Murray Watt, shadow minister for health and ageing Anne Ruston, shadow minister for regional development and local government Dr Anne Webster, and shadow housing and homelessness minister Andrew Bragg.

During the meeting with the infrastructure minister’s office, the delegation discussed the federal govern-

ment’s $50 million commitment to upgrades along Nepean Highway and Overton Road. The details of the project are expected to be determined by the state government after consultation.

The electrification and duplication of the Frankston Line was also discussed - the project has laid dormant since the federal government shelved it in late 2023 (“Frankston line extension derailed” The Times 20/11/2023).

A statement from the Committee for Frankston and Mornington Peninsula read “all attendees agreed that the electrification and duplication of the Frankston line to Baxter is not a short or medium term solution given the lack of political will, government funding and priorities, and community appetite. All attendees agreed that alternative options to improving the Stony Point line should be further explored and advocated.”

Other topics discussed included government housing and investment opportunities within the Frankston Metropolitan Activity Centre, the National Centre for Healthy Ageing at Frankston Hospital, plans for Rosebud Hospital, homelessness on the Mornington Peninsula, the redevelopment of the Emil Madsen Reserve pavilion in Mount Eliza, and plans for $10 million committed to the Western Port Highway by the federal government.

The trip ran from 25-26 August. After its conclusion, Committee for Frankston and Mornington Peninsula CEO Josh Sinclair said “I want to

thank our local members of Parliament for helping facilitate these pivotal conversations in Canberra.”

“Joint advocacy with council at the highest levels of government demonstrate the importance and impact the Committee and council partnership has for our community,” Sinclair said.

“Together with both local mayors, our region presented a united and collaborative approach to key opportunities for the federal government to sink their teeth into on the peninsula.

“Whether it’s $50 million in road upgrades along Nepean Highway, in-

vestment in diverse housing options, or support for health and ageing projects – the federal government now knows clearly what our region needs to enhance liveability and ensure the Peninsula remains a great place to live and work.”

Dunkley MP Jodie Belyea said “I am proud to have facilitated a successful joint delegation with both councils and CFMP, advocating for our region’s priorities.”

“It’s another important step to ensure Frankston-Mornington Peninsula is a thriving region for businesses, or-

ganisations, and residents,” she said.

Flinders MP Zoe McKenzie said she is “grateful to both the Shire and Committee for coming to Canberra.” “I stand up for Flinders every day, making the argument for the investment we need in infrastructure, transport, health and education facilities, as well as our roads and community and sporting assets,” she said. “When others from the peninsula join me to make these arguments face to face with decision makers from both parties of government, it helps to ensure what we need and why we need it.”

THE proposed extension of the Frankston line to Baxter was discussed in Canberra last week.

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Police patrol

Knife-wielding man arrested

A MAN wielding a knife allegedly threatened shoppers at Carrum Downs Shopping Centre last weekend.

Police allege that at around midday on Sunday, 31 August, the man assaulted a woman and smashed car windscreens. He was carrying a knife, police say.

The man was arrested by police. The alleged assault victim left the scene before the arrest was made, and police would like to speak to her.

Any witnesses can assist police by contacting Senior Constable Crichton at Frankston Police on 9784 5555, or by calling Crime Stoppers on 1300 333 000.

Head injuries investigated

A MAN was found with serious head injuries on Cecil Street in Frankston last week.

The man was found near Victoria Parade at about 7.10pm on 25 August. He was taken to hospital in a critical condition.

Police are now investigating what caused the man’s injuries. They say the man is aged in his 40s, and they do not believe he was hit by a car.

Anyone with information that could assist police can call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www. crimestoppersvic.com.au

Man charged for alleged thefts

A MAN has been arrested in Frankston in connection with a spate of alleged crimes across the southeast of Melbourne in August.

A 28-year-old Carrum Downs man was arrested in Frankston on 23 August, and was charged with 32 offences. The charges included multiple burglaries, theft of motor vehicles, conduct endanger serious injury, and drive dangerously whilst pursued by police.

The alleged offending occurred across Dandenong South, Clayton, Cranbourne, Braeside, Somerville, Bentleigh, Noble Park, Moorabbin, Cheltenham, Sandringham, Narre Warren, Pakenham, Clyde, Skye, Officer and Frankston. Police allege a stolen car was driven dangerously to avoid arrest in Pakenham on 12 August and Skye on 18 August.

The man was remanded to face Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 27 August.

Toddler injured

A TODDLER sustained critical injuries after being struck by a car in Chelsea Heights last week.

The child was allegedly struck by a white van while riding a small tricycle across a pedestrian crossing with a man at around 9.10am, 25 August.

The incident occurred by Thames Promenade near the intersection of Mulkarra Drive.

The child was taken to hospital in a critical condition. The accompanying man was uninjured.

The driver of the van, a 29-yearold Clyde man, stopped at the scene and was interviewed by police. Investigators has asked anyone with CCTV/dashcam footage or any information that could assist police to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic. com.au

SES attend after a child was hit by a car in Chelsea Heights. Picture: Supplied

with Brodie Cowburn

New superintendent outlines vision

FRANKSTON and the Mornington Peninsula have a new top cop, and vehicle crime, theft, and road trauma are at the top of her agenda.

Superintendent Anne Rudd moved into the lead role in August as the divisional superintendent for the Frankston and Mornington police service area in the southern metropolitan region.

She has 24 years of policing experience including stints as the local area commander in Yarra, as a tasking coordination inspector in the city, and more recently overseeing police recruit training at the Victoria Police Academy for the past five years.

Superintendent Rudd plans to use that experience to ensure the community and visitors alike feel safe, heard and supported.

“I’m really passionate about community policing. I really wanted to get back to operational policing and have a connection with the community and this is a wonderful part of the world to police,” she told The Times

“It’s got all the vibrancy of the city in Frankston and of course the Mornington Peninsula, and it’s such a wonderful area. It was a good opportunity for me to get back and do that after a bit of a break from my previous role.”

Superintendent Rudd pledged to deliver a strong police presence with a priority to ensure the community feels safe.

“We just don’t want to be reactive. We want to be proactive. We want to take every opportunity that we possibly can to prevent harm from occurring,” she said.

“Everything that we do has to be intelligence based and evidence based, so it’s about understanding what are the drivers for the crime that does occur, and how do we then reduce that crime.

“This includes reducing the serious crime, violent crime, road trauma and importantly, to help us do that, increasing community trust and the confidence in the police here across Frankston and Mornington Peninsula – that’s a key priority for me.”

Youth crime prevention would also be a key focus, with Superintendent Rudd noting that while the number of child offenders had reduced, repeat offending remains a challenge.

“We don’t just hold them accountable for offences which we will continue to do but also seek to prevent them committing those offences in the first place and we actually link them in with various supports and referrals,” she said.

Asked about her approach to theft from motor vehicles and theft of motor vehicles, which were among the highest offences on the Mornington Peninsula in the latest Crime Statistic Agency data, Superintendent Rudd acknowledged there was an emerging trend of offenders using electronic de-

vices capable of programming or mimicking keys to steal cars.

“We’re seeing that across the whole state, it’s not just unique to Mornington Peninsula,” she said.

“We have had some really simple messages for people, things that they can do themselves to deter offenders. We’re asking people to, if they can, to park off the street and there’s some really good options in terms of the OBD port locks which can then prevent the electronic devices from being effective.

“We are also asking the community not to leave valuables in their cars because it becomes really attractive to opportunistic offenders. It’s important to also ensure all windows and doors are locked.”

Superintendent Rudd said the peninsula was adequately resourced with police personnel despite any concerns of reception counters at Mornington and Hastings police stations being closed to the public at night to ease staffing pressures.

‘While we might have reduced reception hours and that’s been the factor at Mornington and Hastings police station, the actual stations are not closed, it’s just the front counter, so police are still working from those stations.

“They will still be patrolling in the community and by closing that reception overnight, that means we actually have more police out on the divisional

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van responding to crime and preventing crime rather than sitting behind the desk at that overnight period where there’s little amount of people coming in for inquiries.

“We do still have our 24-hour police stations at Rosebud and Frankston

where people are able to attend.” Superintendent Rudd said there would be opportunities for the public to interact with police, including public forums to build a connected, safe region.

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Anne Rudd. Picture: Supplied

Spat continues between mayors, committee CEO

Cameron McCullough cameron@baysidenews.com.au

DESPITE heading to Canberra together last week, there were no happy memories made between Frankston mayor Cr Kris Bolam, Mornington Peninsula Shire mayor Cr Anthony Marsh, and Committee for Frankston and Mornington Peninsula CEO Josh Sinclair.

The mood couldn’t have been frostier between the trio, with Bolam criticizing the trip in the lead up before being temporarily uninvited. He ultimately travelled to Canberra with the support of Dunkley MP Jodie Belyea (Canberra trip sparks conflict, The Times 26/8/25).

After returning from Canberra, Marsh made public, critical comments about a planned overseas trip the Frankston mayor will attend. Bolam quickly struck back, telling The Times “in recent months, there has been a great deal occurring at the Mornington Peninsula Shire that I could have chosen to comment on. However, I have consistently maintained the view that each municipality is entitled to manage its own affairs without outside interference.

“If Anthony prefers to draw attention to the workings of another council in order to deflect from the difficulties within his own, that is a decision for him.”

Bolam has flagged the potential to withdraw Frankston Council from the Committee for Frankston and Morn-

ington Peninsula, telling The Times “the city council may choose to reassess its financial support for organisations funded by ratepayers at any stage.” Frankston Council’s annual budget, which included a three-year commitment worth $45,000 to the advocacy group, was unanimously approved by Frankston councillors just two months ago.

Sinclair, speaking on behalf of the committee, told The Times “I continue to receive strong support and endorsement from Frankston City Council as an organisation, including the council group.

“Frankston City’s re-commitment to the work we do underscores the importance of regional collaboration and industry and local government working closely together.”

The relationship between the three men soured over the fallout from Mornington Peninsula Shire declining to join a Bolam-promoted advocacy group that would have seen Frankston City, City of Kingston, and Mornington Peninsula Shire work together on issues of common value.

In emails seen by The Times Bolam took umbrage at the Shire mayor’s reluctance to participate, writing that “the ‘special relationship’ between Frankston and Mornington is pretty much finished”.

When Josh Sinclair signaled it would be in the best interest of the Canberra trip for Bolam not to attend, Marsh responded. In an email seen by The Times he said “Mayor Bolam’s recent public statements have not only undermined

FRANKSTON mayor Kris Bolam, Dunkley MP Jodie Belyea, Shire mayor Anthony Marsh, Committee CEO Josh Sinclair, and Shire CEO Mark Stoermer (L to R) in Canberra. Picture: Supplied

the integrity of this advocacy trip but also sought to discredit the Committee and the Mornington Peninsula Shire.”

One of the proposed resolutions Bolam suggested in the failed “Nepean Partnership” was the possibility of Frankston City changing its long-held stance against the Port of Hastings proposal and instead joining Mornington Peninsula Shire in advocacy for the development.

Bolam has since stated “given the lack of collaboration from the Mornington Peninsula Shire, it makes no sense to change this position at this point. Furthermore, the recent findings by the federal government on the pronounced environmental implica-

tions if the Port was approved does not give council confidence in the project. Therefore we remain firmly opposed to unlocking heritage-protected land for industrial use or pursuing the Port of Hastings project”.

Marsh said “Kris’s backflip on the committee makes little sense, beyond some form of retaliation against their efforts to secure a meaningful advocacy trip”.

“Additionally, it’s unclear what Kris is referring to in relation to heritage land and the Port of Hastings. He was more than happy to dangle the carrot of Frankston’s support if I signed his unilaterally drafted Nepean agreement, so his comments are quite baffling.”

“Josh [Sinclair] and I remain committed to a respectful and cooperative relationship with Frankston City’s councillors, officers, and executive team, and I hope we can refocus on constructive collaboration in the months ahead.”

Bolam stated the attention of Frankston City would now be on the formalisation of the Nepean Partnership with the City of Kingston, “which represents an important step forward for our regional interests”.

“In regard to the Committee for Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, council will take a considered approach and determine the future of our membership in the coming weeks.”

Monitor’s appointment questioned

Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au

KINGSTON’S mayor says that council does not require a state government-appointed municipal monitor to effectively function.

The municipal monitor appointed to oversee Kingston Council began his tenure on 25 August. State government-appointed monitors will be at the council until at least 31 December.

As the monitor’s work began, Kingston mayor Georgina Oxley issued a statement defending the conduct of the council. She said “I am proud of the work the newly elected council and our council officers are doing to serve Kingston, and I remain firmly of the view that we are capable of fulfilling our duties without state government intervention.”

“As a three-term councillor and three-term mayor, I have every confidence in the strength of our newly elected council, our CEO, and our leadership team. We have been working diligently to ensure good governance, transparency, and responsible decision-making for our community,” she said. “We will cooperate fully with the monitors and see their appointment as an opportunity to demonstrate to the community, and to government, the strong leadership and integrity that already exists within this council, as well as our strong governance processes and practices.

“I am committed to ensuring Kingston Council is not and will never be an organisation that is beholden to political pressure or political interests. The strength of our democracy is rooted in open and robust debate as well as grassroots representation.

“I’ve received a lot of contact from residents, concerned that our strong advocacy on key issues impacting our community will cease. Our priority has always been, and will continue to be, making decisions in the best interests of Kingston residents. This also includes ensuring that regardless of this state government intervention, strong advocacy remains on issues such as

(but most certainly not limited to) Rossdale Golf Course, Kingswood Golf Course redevelopment, Suburban Rail Loop, Level Crossing Removal Works and the state planning reforms.”

The state government did not give a specific reason for the appointing of monitors when it made its announcement. Local government minister Nick Staikos said “Victo

rians expect their councils to maintain a high standard of processes and practices, and these monitors will help the council best serve the Kingston community.”

Libertarian Party MP David Limbrick spoke out about the matter

in Parliament last week. He said “Kingston Council was informed by the Victorian government last week that it had appointed a municipal monitor. From what I have seen reported on the council website and in the media, it is not entirely clear what has prompted this move. There have not been any reports of serious governance issues, corrupt conduct or substantial dysfunction.

“If we are going to have democratic local representation, then it is important that it is actually democratic, which means that people will disagree. Democracy demands robust debate, and it is not clear that anything more than this has

happened in Kingston. Residents of Kingston deserve an explanation.”

The Times asked local government minister Nick Staikos why monitors were appointed - he said “Kingston residents deserve a council that serves its needs – the monitors will work with the council to improve its governance and represent the interests of the community.”

“They will assist Kingston City Council in addressing concerns around governance processes and practices, in relation to health and safety, meeting procedures and decision-making processes, and management of conflicts of interest,” he said.

Plans to ban new gates scrapped

A CONTROVERSIAL proposal to prevent Kingston residents from building gates to public parks and foreshore areas on their own properties has been scrapped.

Kingston Council passed a swathe of new local laws at their most recent public meeting. The laws have been under consideration for months, and received 800 submissions during the consultation phase.

The passed motion deleted a proposal to restrict the construction of new gates to access public parks and foreshore areas, and removed the existing restriction on access points to the foreshore. New proposed rules on storing boats, trailers and caravans on public roads were also adjusted, with a permit now required after 14 days rather than 7 days.

Kingston mayor Georgina Oxley said “the feedback we received was invaluable, and the final

Community Local Law reflects the priorities, values and practical needs of the people who live and work here and visit our city.”

“We are really grateful to everyone who took the time to share their views. This process shows the strength of local democracy - people engaged, raised concerns, and helped us find a way forward together,” she said. “This is about setting up Kingston for the future.

“We want our city to remain safe, welcoming and liveable, and the new local law helps us achieve that. And just as importantly, we’ll continue listening and adapting as our community’s needs evolve.”

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The Guide

TOP PICKS OF THE WEEK

FRIDAY

THURSDAY GREAT

SBS, 7.30pm

AUSTRALIAN ROAD TRIPS

Claudia Karvan (pictured left) and Steph Tisdell (pictured right) are back behind the wheel for the finale of this delightful series that proves it’s as much about the journey as it is the destination. Along the way, it has taken in some of the country’s top drives, but the good company of our travelling companions has been just as important as the scenery. This time, they are headed south from Sydney on the Grand Pacific Drive. First stop is the Royal National Park, where they learn about a platypus conservation effort.

MOVIE: DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA

7MATE, 8.30pm, PG (2022)

Prepare to be enchanted by this follow-up to the hugely popular series’ first feature film. It is set in 1928, with the action taking place in two locales: at Downton Abbey, a film crew descends to shoot a silent movie (overseen by Michelle Dockery’s Lady Mary), while several family members and staff are whisked away to the south of France, where Dowager Countess Violet (the late Maggie Smith, pictured) has inherited a villa.

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Thursday, September 4

ABC TV (2)

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SATURDAY

TEENAGE BOSS: NEXT LEVEL

ABC FAMILY, 7.30pm

In an all-singing, all-dancing household, it’s little wonder that 15-year-old Mal (pictured, above left) dreams of making it to Broadway. The Tasmanian teen lives, breathes and eats musical theatre, and is keen to save up for a trip to Melbourne with her mum Courtney to see their favourite musical, Les Misérables. Luckily, cash coach Emma Watkins (pictured, above right) is on hand to help Mal – who is described by housemate Jarrod as “not frugal” –ﬁnd $700 in her household’s $3200 monthly budget, but sticking to the script is all up to Mal.

MONDAY THE AMAZING RACE

AUSTRALIA: CELEBRITY EDITION

TEN, 7.30pm

Thirteen teams of celebrities and their loved ones meet host Beau Ryan at the Shanti Stupa temple in Pohkara, Nepal – but they won’t be there for long. The most amazing experience of their lives awaits, but so do some seriously challenging tasks that will put their dearest relationships to the test. It’s especially fun to see how famous parents fare under pressure. Lindy Klim (pictured, left), Brendan Fevola and Gretel Killeen are with their respective daughters, Stella (pictured, right, Leni and Epiphany. Humour, honesty and butting of heads are sure to ensue – but will their close ties be a help or a hindrance in the ﬁrst leg of the race?

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NINE (9) 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 Back Roads. (R) 11.00 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG, R) 11.40 If You’re Listening. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Silent Witness. (Mav, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 2.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PGa, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads: Van Life Pt 1. 8.30 Grand Designs New Zealand. A couple resolve to build again after a firestorm. 9.15 The Family Next Door. (Ml, R) Fran struggles with her husband’s depression. 10.05 ABC Late News.

10.20 The Business. (R) 10.35 Grand Designs. (R) 11.25 Parliament Question Time. 12.25 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PGa, R) 1.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.25 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.15 Susan Calman’s Grand Week By The Sea. (PG, R) 11.05 Rome: Rise Of Empire. (Premiere, PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. (PGaw, R) 2.55 Garage Dreams. (PG) 3.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 11. Highlights. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 My Kitchen Rules. (PGal, R) 2.40 Motorbike Cops. (PGl, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Great Australian Road Trips. (Final, PG) 8.25 National Parks From Above: Ireland. A tour of Ireland’s two largest landlocked parks. 9.20 Snowpiercer. (MA15+s) 10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 Dopesick. (MA15+ad, R) 11.55 Blue Lights. (MA15+a, R) 1.55 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 2.45 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (R) 3.20 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 4.25 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. First qualifying final. Adelaide v Collingwood. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game. 11.00 Kick Ons. A preview of the upcoming AFL matches.

11.30 What The Killer Did Next: Nadine Aburas. (Mav, R) Hosted by Philip Glenister.

12.30 Life. (Madv, R)

1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

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6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R)

Space Invaders. (PG, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 27. Brisbane Broncos v Melbourne Storm.

9.45 Thursday Night Knock Off. Post-match NRL news and analysis.

10.30 9News Late.

11.00 Outback Opal Hunters. (PGl)

12.00 First On Scene. (Ma, R)

12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

Friday, September 5

6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.35 Gardening Australia. Tammy Huynh visits a poppy-filled paradise.

8.35 Professor T. (Ma) Professor T is called upon to help investigate the disappearance of a six-year-old girl.

9.25 Hard Quiz. (PGs, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

9.55 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG, R) Hosted by Shaun Micallef.

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 Austin. (PG, R)

11.20 Silent Witness. (Malv, R)

12.15 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 The Good Ship Murder. (PGv) 8.25 Dictator: The Hitler Interviews. (Premiere) Looks at Adolf Hitler’s early days in politics. 9.20 Lost Treasures Of Egypt: Forgotten Pyramid. (PG) 10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 Catch Me A Killer. (Manv) 11.40 Pray For Blood. (Mal, R) 1.30 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 2.20 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PG, R) 2.50 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 3.55 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.15pm Thomas. 3.00 Play School. 3.40 Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.30 Good Game Spawn Point. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.30 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Merlin. 10.35 Officially Amazing. 11.05 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Morning Programs.

7.10 Little J And Big Cuz. 7.25 Bushwhacked! 7.50 Motown Magic. 8.40 The Magic Canoe. 10.00 Ocean Parks. 11.00 Going Places. Noon MOVIE: Coach Carter. (2005, M) 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Nula. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Ocean Parks. 7.30 Dreaming Big. (Premiere) 8.00 MOVIE: Chitty

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Second qualifying final. Geelong v Brisbane Lions. From the MCG. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game.

11.15 GetOn Extra. Lizzie Jelfs, Matt Hill, Simon Marshall and Brent Zerafa dive headlong into the weekend’s best racing. 11.45 To Be Advised.

1.35 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Find My Country House Australia. Hosted by Catriona Rowntree. 8.30 MOVIE: U.S. Marshals. (1998, Mlv, R) A US Marshal, accompanying a group of convicts on a flight, pursues an escaped fugitive. Tommy Lee Jones, Wesley Snipes, Robert Downey Jr. 11.10 A Killer Makes A Call: Suffocation In Suburbia. (Mav)

12.00 First On Scene. (Mad, R)

12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)

6.00 10 News+.

7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R)

Love It Or List It Australia. (R) A couple must decide whether to stay or leave. 8.30 The Brighter Side. (Return) A family tackles a no-spend challenge. Adam Liaw shares budget recipes and tips to shop smart and save more.

6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Sex: A Bonkers History. 9.25 Sex Actually. 10.20 The Big Sex Talk. 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 13. 1.50am Somewhere Boy. 2.20 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am The Movie Show. 6.25 The Legend Of Longwood. (2014, PG) 8.15 A Room With A View. (1985, PG) 10.20 The 355. (2022, M) 12.30pm A Beautiful Mind. (2001, M) 3.00 The Movie Show. 3.30 Lunana: A Yak In The Classroom. (2019, PG, Dzongkha, English) 5.35 Funny Face. (1957) 7.30 Thelma And Louise: Born To Live. (2025) 8.35 Thelma & Louise. (1991, M) 11.00 Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Beyond Paradise. (PGa, R) 1.25 Professor T. (Ma, R) 2.15 I, Jack Wright. (Mlv, R) 3.00 Inside Our Minds. (PG, R) 4.00 Inside Our Minds. (PG, R) 5.00 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 5.30 Landline. (R)

6.00

7.30 Beyond Paradise. (R) A painting disappears.

8.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mav, R) Barnaby and Winter investigate when the annual Midsomer Scarecrow Festival takes a grisly turn.

10.00 The Family Next Door. (Ml, R) Fran struggles with her husband’s depression.

10.50 I, Jack Wright. (Mlv, R) 11.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 13. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 Blue Water Safari. (PG, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Going Places. (R) 4.00 The Day The Rock Star Died. (PGd, R) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 13. Highlights. 5.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 5.35 Hitler: A Life In Pictures. (PGa, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Swiss Alpine Rail Journeys: The Adaptable Arosa Line. (PGn)

8.30 A Royal Residence: Althorp House. Uncovers the history of Althorp House.

9.25 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy: Calabria. (PGa, R) Stanley Tucci visits Calabria.

10.15 Great Australian Walks. (PG, R)

11.10 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Ma, R)

2.35 Australia With Julia Bradbury. (PGaw, R) 3.35 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Charter Keck Cramer Moir Stakes Day and Chelmsford Stakes Day. 2.30 AFL Pre-Game Show. 3.00 Football. AFL. Second elimination final. GWS Giants v Hawthorn.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Football. AFL. Second qualifying final. Fremantle v Gold Coast Suns. From Optus Stadium, Perth.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game.

11.00 To Be Advised.

12.35 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R)

1.35 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 It’s Academic. (R)

5.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 ACA. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Destination WA. (PG, R) 12.30 Next Stop. (R) 1.00 Space Invaders. (PG, R) 2.00 Rugby Union. The Rugby Championship. Australia v Argentina. From Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Queensland. 4.30 Test Rugby: Australia v Argentina Post-Match. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. (PG)

6.00 9News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 27. Canterbury Bulldogs v Cronulla Sharks. 9.25 NRL Saturday Night Footy Post-Match. Post-match coverage of the NRL game.

10.00 MOVIE: American Assassin. (2017, MA15+lv, R) Dylan O’Brien. 12.05 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R) 1.00 Customs. (PG, R) 1.30 Rugby Union. Women’s Rugby World Cup. Pool A. Aust v England. From American Express Stadium, Brighton and Hove, England. 4.15 Garden Gurus Moments. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. Rob and Robyn try to sell their property in Penola. 8.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mdlm, R) A specialist critical care paramedic responds to a head-on collision that has left a driver trapped in their car. 9.30 Gogglebox Australia. (l, R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 10.30 Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service. (PGal, R)

11.30 FBI: International. (Ma, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

Sunday, September 7

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 The World

This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Songs Of Praise. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 2.30 David Attenborough’s Galapagos. (R)

3.30 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 4.20 Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Pacific. (PG, R) 5.05 Antiques Roadshow. (PG)

6.05 Growing Up Jewish.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Austin. (PG) Austin tries to woo Haley.

8.00 The Family Next Door. (Ml) The truth of Isabelle’s investigation is revealed.

8.50 I, Jack Wright. (Mal) DCI Morgan’s investigation focuses in on the Wright family and their associates.

9.35 MOVIE: Sherpa. (2015, Mal, R) Looks at climbing Everest from the Sherpas’ point of view. Russell Brice, Tim Medvetz. 11.10 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (Mal, R) 11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R) 3.30 The Art Of... (Ml, R) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. La Vuelta. Stage 14. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 Blue Water Safari. (PGal, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 PBS Washington Week. 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. Australian Superbike Championship. Round 6. 4.00 Going Places. (PG, R) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 14. Highlights. 5.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 5.35 Hitler: A Life In Pictures. (PGa, R) 6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Behind Behani. (PGal, R) 12.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 1.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 4. Adelaide v Brisbane Lions. 3.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 4. Essendon v Geelong. From Windy Hill, Melbourne. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) 6.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 6.30

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Titanic: Secrets Of The Shipwreck. (Premiere, PG)

8.25 Titanic In Colour. (PGa, R)

A continued look at the ill-fated Titanic

9.20 Monster: The Mystery Of Loch Ness: The Hunt For The Monster. (PG, R) Peter Scott joins the hunt for the monster. 10.20 The U.S. And The Holocaust. (Final, Mav, R)

12.40 Women Who Rock. (Ml, R) 2.45 Australia With Julia Bradbury. (R) 3.45 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.

SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.15pm Thomas. 2.40 Pop Paper City. 3.00 Play School. 3.30 The Gruffalo. 3.55 Odd Squad. 4.30 Little J And Big Cuz. 5.05 Zog. 6.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.30 Paddington. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.35 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 8.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.05 Abbott Elementary. 9.50 Speechless. 10.10 Merlin. 10.55 Late Programs.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Voice. (PGl) Hosted by Sonia Kruger.

8.50 7NEWS Spotlight.

9.50 24 Hours In Police Custody: Frequent Flyers. (MA15+adl, R) Authorities search for a criminal couple.

10.50 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: Buried Alive. (MA15+av, R) A look at the murder of Peter Aston.

12.00 Jamestown. (MA15+av)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News Sunday.

7.00 The Block. (PGl) The rumpus room makeovers are revealed.

8.35 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.35 9News Late.

10.05 Footy Furnace. (Mlv) A look at the latest round of the AFL.

11.05 The First 48: The Code. (Mal, R) A young man is murdered.

12.00 The Gulf. (Madlsv, R)

1.00 Our State On A Plate.

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 Fishing Australia. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 10 News+. Comprehensive coverage of the day’s top stories, investigative reports and stories that haven’t been heard.

7.00 Survivor: Australia V The World. (Final) Fourteen returning contestants head to Samoa in hopes of being crowned Sole Survivor and taking home $250,000. 8.55 Playing Gracie Darling. A child psychologist is haunted by her past. 9.55 FBI. (Mv, R) After an employee of the US Army is shot in an industrial park, the team works to track down the killer. 10.55 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning

Programs. 2pm Jeopardy! 4.05 France 24. 4.35

PBS Washington Week. 5.00 Kars & Stars. 5.50 Alone Sweden. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.25

Cursed Gold: A Shipwreck Scandal. (Final) 9.20 Great Australian Road Trips. 10.20 The Truth About Temu. 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 15. 1.50am Letterkenny. 3.50 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

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ABC FAMILY (22) 6am

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 1.20pm Football. NTFL. Men’s. Under-18s. Round

7. Darwin Buffaloes v Wanderers. Replay. 2.40 Stable: The Boxing Game. 3.45 Black Angels. 4.45 MOVIE: Chuck Berry. (2018, PG) 6.40 Ocean Parks. 7.30 Extraordinary Animals. 8.30 MOVIE: Finke: There And Back. (2018, M) 10.15 MOVIE: The Color Purple. (1985, PG) 12.50am Late Programs.

Morning Programs. 8.10 Sun Children. (2020, PG, Farsi) 9.55 The Movie Show. 10.30 Falling. (2020, M) 12.35pm My Salinger Year. (2020, M) 2.30 The Movie Show. 3.05 Paperback Hero. (1999, PG) 4.50 A Great Friend. (2023, PG, French) 6.35 The Secret Garden. (2020, PG) 8.30 Scrapper. (2023, PG) 10.00 Bob Trevino Likes It. (2024, M) 11.55 Late Programs.

Monday, September 8 ABC TV (2)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Teenage Boss. (R) 10.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mav, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 The Piano. (PG, R) 2.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story: Say My Name – Louisa Ioannidis Pt 2. 8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Presented by Paul Barry. 9.35 Planet America. 10.05 ABC Late News.

10.20 The Business. (R) 10.35 A Life In Ten Pictures. (Mv, R) 11.30 Grand Designs. (R) 12.20 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 1.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.20 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

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6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 WorldWatch. 10.10 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PG, R) 11.10 Rome: Rise Of Empire. 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.00 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. (PGa, R) 2.55 Garage Dreams. (PG) 3.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 15. Highlights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes.

8.35 Portillo In The Pyrenees: A Quest Of Identity. (PGav, R)

9.30 Moulin Rouge: Yes

We Can-Can! (Mn, R)

10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05 Classified. (MA15+v) 11.55 Tokyo Vice. (MA15+asv, R) 2.15 Blackport. (MA15+av, R) 3.00 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (PGa, R) 3.50 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PG, R) 4.25 Curious Traveller. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Forged In Fire. 1am Where Are You Really From? 1.30 PEN15. 3.15 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.15pm Thomas. 2.40 Pop Paper City. 3.00 Play School. 4.10 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Dr Ann’s Secret Lives. 8.40 Contraption Masters. 9.25 The Crystal Maze. 10.15 Merlin. 10.55 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 White Tiger. (2012, M, Russian) Noon Yesterday, Today And Tomorrow. (1963, M, Italian) 2.10 The Glassworker. (2024, PG, Urdu, English) 4.00 Sunflower. (1970, PG, Italian, Russian) 6.00 Grandpas. (2019, PG, Spanish) 7.50 Ten Canoes. (2006, M, Ganalbingu, English, Gunwinggu) 9.30 Darkland. (2017, MA15+, Danish) 11.35 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Australia’s Best Drives. 10.30 Escape To The Country. 1.30pm Harry’s Practice. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.00 Your Money & Your Life. 3.30 Animal Rescue. 4.00 Escape To The Country. 7.00 Greatest Escapes To The Country. 7.45 Mrs Brown’s Boys. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 The Pembrokeshire Murders. 11.35 Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs.

7TWO (72) 6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm English Premier League. Matchweek 3. Liverpool v Arsenal. 2.30 Ready Vet Go: The Vet Paramedics. 3.00 Big Rigs Of Oz. 3.30 Project Impossible. 4.30 Made In Korea: The K-Pop Experience. 5.30 MOVIE: Encino Man. (1992, PG) 7.30 MOVIE:

GREAT OCEAN RD & SHIPWRECK COAST

1.45pm Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 10. Newcastle Knights v Gold Coast Titans. 3.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 27. Parramatta Eels v Newcastle Knights. 6.00 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 10. Parramatta Eels v Wests Tigers. 8.00 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: The Monuments Men. (2014, M) 10.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 To Be Advised. 3.00 The Chase. Hosted by Bradley Walsh. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Roo is conflicted. 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) The competition heads to Adelaide. 9.05 The Rookie. (Mav) Following his stint at the LAPD, Evers returns to the DA’s office where his past connects him to the investigation.

10.05 The Agenda Setters. (R) An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics.

11.05 S.W.A.T. (Mv) The team hunts down a Chilean arms dealer.

12.05 Hooten & The Lady. (Mav)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.30 Young Sheldon. (PGa, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon.

6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) The teams work on their designer kitchens.

8.45 Footy Classified. (Ml) A team of footy experts tackles the AFL’s big issues and controversies.

9.45 Players. (Ml) A look at all the AFL news.

10.45 9News Late.

11.15 Opal Hunters: Red Dirt Road Trip. (PGal)

12.05 100% Footy. (M) 1.00 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30

(72) 6am Children’s Programs. 8.00 Big Rigs Of Oz. 8.30 Nanny. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.00 Bewitched. 10.30 Jeannie. 11.00 The West Wing. 12.10pm MOVIE:

Tuesday, September 9

ABC (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Australian Story. (R) 10.30 Planet America. (R) 11.05 Growing Up Jewish. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 I, Jack Wright. (Mal, R) 1.55 The Piano. (PG, R) 2.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 4.10 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Short History Of The English Garden. (R) 10.00 Curious Traveller. (R) 10.55 Rome: Rise Of Empire. (PGav) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. (PGa, R) 2.55 Garage Dreams. (PG) 3.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Every Family Has A Secret.

6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Foreign Correspondent.

8.30 Take 5 With Zan Rowe: Melanie C. (Return, Ml) Melanie C shares five songs. 9.00 Midnight Oil: The Hardest Line. (Ml, R) Chronicles the journey of Midnight Oil.

10.45 ABC Late News. 11.00 The Business. (R) 11.15 Four Corners. (R) 12.00 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.15 Hawke: The Larrikin And The Leader. (Final, PG, R) 1.15 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 2.05 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (R) 2.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.25 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

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Programs. 2.15pm Thomas. 2.40 Pop Paper City. 3.00 Play School. 4.10 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Deadly 60. 9.10 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 10.05 Merlin. 10.50 Late Programs.

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6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys. (PG)

8.30 Insight. Explores how police forces are struggling to recruit. 9.30 Dateline: Chateaux For Sale.

10.00 SBS World News Late. 10.30 Secret World Of Snacks. (R) 11.25 Screw. (Premiere, Mals) 1.15 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (PGa, R) 2.05 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PGaw, R) 2.40 Hugh’s Wild West. (PG, R) 3.40 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

3.35 BBC News At Ten. 4.05 France 24. 4.35 PBS News. 5.35 The Fast History Of. 6.00 The Food That Built The World. 6.50 Jeopardy! 7.45 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.45 Hoarders. 10.20 The Day The Rock Star Died. 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 16. 1.50am Dark Side Of The 2000s. 3.30 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Dream Whisperer. 1.30 Finding Place. 2.00 Island Echoes. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Indian Country Today News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.45 Waterworld Africa. 7.35 Ice Vikings. 8.30 Pro Bull Riding Australia. 9.30 Over The Black Dot. 10.00 Hunting Aotearoa. 10.30 MOVIE: Searchers. (2016, MA15+) 12.10am Late Programs.

6am Sunflower. (1970, PG, Italian, Russian) 8.05 Grandpas. (2019, PG, Spanish) 10.00 Bob Trevino Likes It. (2024, M) 11.50 Ten Canoes. (2006, M, Ganalbingu, English, Gunwinggu) 1.25pm Scrapper. (2023, PG) 2.55 The Secret Garden. (2020, PG) 4.45 All Quiet On The Western Front. (1979, PG) 7.30 Barry Lyndon. (1975, M) 10.55 Late Programs.

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6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Remi is on a new venture.

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGal) The competition continues in Logan, Queensland.

9.00 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (Masv) Birdie grows more invested in her scholarship recipient. Alice investigates her dog’s murder.

10.00 The Agenda Setters. (R) An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics.

11.00 Tik Tok: Murders Gone Viral: The Killing Of Sania Khan. (Malv, R)

12.00 Fairly Legal. (Mav, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6am Shopping. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00

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6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) Britt strikes up a friendship with an ex-contestant.

8.40 Paramedics. (Mm) A dementia case hits home for Lisa.

9.40 Footy Classified. (Ml) Footy experts tackle the AFL’s big issues.

10.40 9News Late.

11.10 La Brea. (Mav, R)

12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 Let’s Eat With George. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGal) Hosted by Beau Ryan. 9.00 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 10.00 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mav) The team is called in to find a missing teen. 11.00 10’s

Wednesday, September 10

ABC TV (2)

SBS (3) SEVEN (7)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 1.55 The Piano. (PG, R) 2.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 WorldWatch. 8.50 Soccer. 2026 FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL Qualifier. Ecuador v Argentina. 11.00 WorldWatch. 11.25 Always Listening. (Ma, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 16. Highlights. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PGs)

8.30 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (Ml) Hosted by Shaun Micallef. 9.10 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R) Hosted by Rob Brydon.

9.40 Austin. (PG, R) 10.10 ABC Late News.

10.25 The Business. (R) 10.40 Planet America. (R) 11.10 You Can’t Ask That. (PG, R) 11.40 Grand Designs. (R) 12.30 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (R) 1.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PGa, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 James May: Our Man In India. (PG)

8.30 DNA Journey: John Simm And Phil Glenister. (Ml) Philip Glenister and John Simm take a DNA journey.

9.35 Code Of Silence. (Premiere, MA15+)

10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 COBRA. (Mal) 11.50 Vigil. (Mal, R) 2.00 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 2.50 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PG, R) 3.20 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 4.25 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.15pm Thomas. 2.40 Pop Paper City. 3.00 Play School. 4.10 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.20 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 10.10 Merlin. 10.55 Late Programs.

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am The Glassworker. Continued. (2024, PG, Urdu, English) 7.25 All Quiet On The Western Front. (1979, PG) 10.15 The Great Spirit. (2019, M, Italian) 12.20pm Full Time. (2021, M, French) 1.55 Grandpas. (2019, PG, Spanish) 3.45 Bring It On. (2000, PG) 5.35 The Last Wave. (1977, PG) 7.30 Death In Brunswick. (1991, M) 9.30 Lansky. (2021, MA15+) 11.45 Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Waterworld Africa. 11.00 Over The Black Dot. 11.30 Ice Vikings. 12.25pm

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PGa) Hosted by Lee Mack.

8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL. 9.30 Unfiltered. (PGa) Hamish McLachlan chats with Jeremy McGovern.

10.15 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. (PG) 11.15 Chicago Fire. (Return, Mav) 12.15 Imposters. (Madlsv, R) 1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.00 Paramedics. (Mm, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R)

Tipping Point. (PG)

9News Afternoon.

Tipping Point Australia. (PG)

6.00 9News.

6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGal) Hosted by Beau Ryan. 8.40 The Gilded Age. (Premiere, PGa) Follows the Russell and van Rhijn families in 1880s New York City high society. 10.20 Elsbeth. (Mnv, R) A reality TV star is found dead. 11.20 10’s Late News. 11.45 10 News+. (R) 12.40 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 3.25 WorldWatch. 5.25 The Fast History Of. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 MOVIE: Clue. (1985, PG) 10.20 Travel Man. 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 17. 1.30am Trainspotting With Francis Bourgeois. 1.45 Then You Run. 2.40 VICE. 3.50 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) Dan makes a contestant take a sobriety test.

8.40 Clarkson’s Farm: Mushrooming. (Ml) Jeremy Clarkson struggles with his newest venture.

9.50 The Grand Tour. (Ml) The boys head to Detroit.

11.20 9News Late.

11.50 Damian Lewis: Spy Wars. (Mv, R) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR

SEPTEMBER

Frankston Neighbourhood Watch Meeting

Wednesday 3rd September 2025 7.00pm - 8.00pm. Frankston Mechanics Hall 1 Plowan

Place Frankston. This meeting is focused on home safety, vendors demonstrating home safety products and the Police attending and answering questions. Email. info@nhwfrankston.org

Mornington Tourist Railway

- BCNA Pink Train Fundraising Event

4th & 11th of October. 11am- 4pm. 460 Moorooduc Highway Mt Eliza. Enjoy a High Tea event like no other in support of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Tickets: https://bcna. grassrootz.com/2025-pink-lady-events/pinktrain-for-bcna

Seaford SASH Weight Loss Club

Ladies only. Tuesdays 8.00am - 10.30am. St. Luke’s Church, 65 William Rd, Carrum Downs.

Must have at least 5 or more kilos to lose.

Contact Monica Hernandez: 0438 004 058 or Louisa Towan: 0417 527 029

The Langwarrin Ladies Probus have changed their meeting place to Community of Christ Church at 2-4 Logan Street, Frankston (off Ashleigh Avenue) Patricia Morecroft: 8759 3887

Overport Park Tennis Club Social mixed doubles night tennis. No commitment. Tuesday - Beginner to Intermediate. Wednesday - Intermediate plus. Non-members - $12.00. Members $7.00. Cnr Overport & Somerset Rds, Frankston South. More information - Lynda 0418 365 014

Bingo at The Bowl Bingo every Tuesday night at the Frankston Bowling Club, 8 Yuille Street Frankston. Eyes down at 7pm. Great cash prizes to be won every week. New players welcome. For more info contact Craig 0459 616 111

Belvedere Park Tennis Club invites you to enjoy social tennis (under lights) every Monday starting at 6.00 pm. We also have a ‘Ladies Only” on Wednesday mornings 9.00 - 11.30 am. (104 East Road, Seaford). Contact Janet: 0416 424 344

Seaford Walking Group

Meet weekly each Thursday at 9.30 am for a 9.40am start. Meet at the picnic tables outside Seaford Library. Walk locally 3 to 4kms approx 1 hour, to Seaford foreshore, beach, Kananook creek and Seaford wetlands.

Frankston Beach Revegetation Volunteers Wanted. The Frankston Beach Association holds working bees on Frankston’s foreshore every 2nd Tuesday morning. Enjoy the outdoors for a few hours each fortnight. Call Johan on 0418 374 981

Ladies Social Tennis- Walk Up Wednesdays from 1pm. Non-members & all standards welcome. No cost & no commitment. Come along for a set or more. Overport Park Tennis Club, cnr Overport & Somerset Rds, Frankston South. More info Lynda 0418 365 014

Fit over 60 runs

9.30am each Mon & Wed at the Scout Hall in Bentley Place, Frankston. $10 per class. Classes are designed by a qualified instructor to improve your fitness and increase your strength. Enquiries to 0403 021 868.

Langwarrin Ladies Probus Meet monthly at the Community Hall in Cranbourne Road – a change of venue, next to the Men’s Shed – 1st Thursday of each month 10.00 am till 12.00 pm. Many other activities. Phone 8759 3887 for further information.

Frankston Taiko (Japanese) Drumming Frankston’s sister city organisation has formed a community Taiko Drumming group and welcomes new members. Experience the fun, enjoyment and energy that is Japanese taiko drumming. For details contact Bev: 0413 777 313 or frankston.susono@gmail.com

Kananook Tennis Club have vacancies.Come along and enjoy social tennis! All standards! Everyone welcome! Racquets are available. Times of play: Thursday 9-30am-noon. Saturday 12-30pm-5.00pm. Please call: 0450 290 064. Check out our website!

Cake Decorators Association Of Victoria - Frankston Branch. Learn more about cake decorating! Join us at one of our workshops or demonstration days. We meet every second month on the first Saturday of that month. Further details: www.facebook.com/ FrankstonCDAV email: frankstoncdav@gmail.com

Seaford Probus Club.

Monthly meetings held on the 2nd Thursday of the month at the Eric Bell Reserve Pavillion, Forest Drive, Frankston North. New members welcome.

Contact: Carolyn McLennan: 0450 158 149

Peninsula Men’s Circle is a confidential, non-judgmental space to share experiences and make connections. You’re encouraged to be supportive, open and compassionate. We explore relationships, responsibilities and challenges that we as men face. Wednesdays 6.45-9:30pm.

Chris: 0400 614 065

Seaford Senior Citizens Club, Inc

Please join us for fun & friendship. We’re open Monday-Friday with various activities which include: RummyKing, Indoor bowls, Bingo, Cards (500 & Canasta) plus more. Please ring our office 03 9785 1621 for more information.

Frankston Friendship Club

Enjoy a cuppa and make new friends! Monthly meetings and monthly bus outings, (at your own cost.) Meet at the Xavier Centre, Davey Street Frankston on the first Wednesday in the month. Contact Suzy: 0419 367 778.

Mornington Peninsula Chorale the longstanding vibrant, SATB, non-audition choir, under Frankston Music Society along with the Frankston Symphony Orchestra perform in classical, film score, and other exciting music concerts. Read more at frankstonmusicsociety. org.au. New singers/musicians welcome. Contact us at info@frankstonmusicsociety.org.au

Frankston Stroke Support Group

Our group is open to new members for support and socialisation. Meets the first Wednesday of the month from 1pm-3pm at the Frankston North Community Centre. For more information contact Janelle on 9789 6427 or janellethompson@bigpond.com

Free Digital Literacy Classes at Frankston Library. Frankston City Libraries is committed to building online safety. Learn new skills or dive into interesting topics, with our free, in-person sessions. May’s sessions include Facebook, scams, and smart home technology. https://library. frankston.vic.gov.au/Community-Connection/ Be-Connected

Bunarong Bushwalking Club

Come and explore the great outdoors with a local walking group. Bunarong Bushwalking Club members enjoy walks on Sundays and Wednesdays. For more information please contact us on: 0400 329 710, our Facebook page, or www.bunarongbushwalkingclub.com.au

Carrum Downs Senior Citizens Club

Meet every Tuesday at Lyrebird Community Centre, Lyrebird Dr, Carrum Downs. Contact: Annette 0428 992 928

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). Contact Suzanne on 9789 8475

Mornington Peninsula Welsh Ladies Choir

Planning a Singing Tour of Wales this year.

Rehearsal every Sunday evening at 7pm at Yamala Park Bowls Club Dunstan St Frankston South. For more details contact Trudi on 0406 678 261 or email info@mpwlc.com

Southern Sounds Chorus

Calling all women singers. Make beautiful music and great friends by joining us on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. at Somerville Community House Hall, at 2/21 Worwong Avenue, Somerville. Call Maree, 0411 844 572 (membership) or Judy 0412 063 003 (bookings)

McClelland Spinners and Weavers

Weekly sessions of spinning, handweaving and knitting at our studio at McClelland Gallery. Everything you need to get started. Find us on Facebook or email us at: mcclellandspinnersandweavers@gmail.com for more information about session times and fees.

Peninsula Field Naturalists Club

16 High St Frankston on the 2nd Wednesday of the month 8pm.We are amateurs who are interested in all aspects of the natural environment. ring Judy on 0400 910 941, or visit www.peninsulafieldnaturalists.org.au

Frankston Food Swap

2nd Saturday of the month at 1pm.

Swap your excess vegies, homemade foods or seedlings. Kareela Café, 53 Kareela Rd, Frankston

Join the fun! Volunteer at a Family Life Opp Shop. Volunteer with our amazing team and make a difference in your community. No experience necessary! To find out more or to express your interest call 03 8599 5433 or visit familylife.com.au/volunteer

Table Tennis for Everyone!

We cater for all groups, including Juniors, Social, Competition, All Abilities and more! Check out our website or give us a call for more information. MFTTA.ORG.AU ph:0498 003 788

Try Croquet

Est in 1947, The Frankston Croquet Club prides itself on social recreation, healthy activity and friendly competitions. Open Tues, Thurs & Sat. from 9am to 3pm. Equipment supplied, flat soled shoes required. Enquires to Fay 97837340

Frankston Hockey Club

is a family friendly sporting club for people of all abilities and ages. Juniors, seniors and masters teams available. New players welcome. Training on Wednesday and Thursday nights. Visit frankstonhockeyclub.com to find out more.

No protection for renters

The new system introduced by the Allan government to cut rents will not progress renters to get fairer rents.

The landlords are guaranteed a rent increase every twelve months.

The renter can ask Consumer Affairs Victoria for an investigation and a report but they make their decision based on the market.

The system entails that first the tenant and the landlord must negotiate a rent increase and if it fails then the renter goes to the Rental Dispute Resolution Victoria who will try and negotiate a rent increase.

If that fails then the renter can apply to VCAT to have the matters resolved or the Rental Dispute Resolution Victoria can lodge a application to VCAT.

The new system is supposed to cut the number of cases to go to VCAT and stop the need of legal representatives but it does not.

Consumer Affairs bases it decision on the market which landlords create and use to increase their rent.

If Consumer Affairs Victoria is serious about protecting renters from excessive rent increases they should make their decision based on increases in inflation.

The system is still the same and the Allan government expects more renters will use the new system because it is free but they won’t because they will be afraid to use the system as they may be evicted and they may also feel that it is a waste of time to oppose rent increases. Russell Morse, Karingal

Nature needs our support

The 2021 State of the Environment report described Australia’s environment as “poor and deteriorating,” so it was welcome news that the Peninsula Climate Alliance recently met with Senator Ananda-Rajah and Hastings MP Paul

Mercurio to call for stronger national environmental laws (Nature can’t wait, The News 26/8/25).

Existing laws, as noted in Prof Graeme Samuel’s review, are “ineffective” and “not fit to address current or future environmental challenges.”

With local and state budgets under pressure, funding to manage and protect biodiversity on peninsula foreshore reserves, highlighted by the Somers Residents Association, remains scarce (Community to take charge of Somers foreshore – but with limited funding, The News 26/8/2025).

Encouragingly, despite a record of voting against climate legislation, local MP Zoe McKenzie may be shifting her stance. In a May Sky News interview, she acknowledged that “everyone understands” Australia must “do our part” to address climate change. This matters because climate change arguably poses the greatest threat to peninsula biodiversity and foreshores.

Let’s hope that in parliament, the Liberal Party supports stronger nature laws, net zero and other emissions targets — and McKenzie backs local groups protecting the peninsula’s precious natural environment.

Ray Peck, Hawthorn

Don’t ignore climate

Like Brian Mitchelson, (Ditched plan, Letters 26/8/25) I am worried about homelessness and the misery it brings. And that is part of why I am concerned about global warming.

As Gunther Thallinger, the Chief of Allianz SE, the world’s largest insurance company and Europe’s largest financial organisation, says, megafires can now threaten cities, and cities built on flood plains “cannot simply pick up and move uphill”.

But to build new homes most of us need

finance, and that needs insurance. Unfortunately, Thallinger predicts failure to control rising emissions and temperatures will mean the insurance industry fails. Then, he says, “The financial sector as we know it ceases to function. And with it, capitalism as we know it ceases to be viable”.

Mitchelson, in spite of accepting the scientifically determined facts of different temperatures hundreds of years ago, subscribes to the fantasy that the scientific consensus on today’s global warming is wrong so these predictions are lost on him.

But for the folk who understand the greenhouse pollution threat, these implications for how we will live in decades to come should be galvanising.

Mark Wills, Northcote

Flag’s historical context

With regard to Barry Rumpf’s comments (Flying the flag, Letters 26/8/25) about the imposition of unwanted and unnecessary flags being flown, it is arguable that the “official” Australian, the successor to the original British flag, was an unwanted and unnecessary imposition on a society that had survived very well for some 65,000 years until the invasion.

The last thing First Nations people in remote Communities need is a bunch of white people with saviour complexes coming in and imposing their ignorance on the locals. What they really need is for those same white people to actually listen to, and perhaps learn from, their 65,000 years of wisdom.

Arguing about flags misses the entire point.

Virginia Fricker, Mount Martha

Toilet trouble

On Tuesday, after a lovely lunch at Kirk’s with friends from Melbourne, I went for a walk around Mornington.

When I saw the information centre I thought I would find a public toilet there but alas, no, the outside toilets were locked with a sign on them saying they were only for the use of court staff.

Going into the information centre I was told you’re in the wrong place, I replied that it was obvious and where were they?

I was directed to the library. Entering through the shire offices there was no sign of toilets. I was then directed into the library. Again in the library I discovered no toilets but was directed towards a corner passage where I finally found relief!

I’m sure you want tourists to your town so could you please make finding the public toilets easier?

Megan Peniston-Bird, Kew

Here’s to the helpers

When we were young, the term “clubland” means nightclubs, dancing, a few drinks and good times.

Now, later in life, here on the Mornington Peninsula, the term has a completely different meaning.

I was reminded of this when admiring the former Shire offices in Dromana, and the number of community organisations they house. This brings to mind the huge number of “clubs” that exist, all run by generous residents who serve our community.

We have service clubs, social clubs, U3A, bowling clubs, charity organisations - all serving a similar purpose with varying agendas. But the over-arching theme is bringing our community together. How fortunate we are! Some are the only social contact for folk that are alone. Some help those less fortunate in so many different ways.

Nevertheless, all have one thing in commonorganisers or a management committee. Selfless people who give their time and experience to help people unite and enjoy the activities.

So let’s applaud their dedication and effortswithout them “clubland” wouldn’t exist.

Mike Wilton, Safety Beach

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Dance in aid of Mt Eliza high school funds

Compiled by Cameron McCullough

A CAP and streamer dance was organised by, the residents. of Mt. Eliza and held in the public hall on Monday night last. A large number were present.

Visitors from Mornington and Frankston were amongst the number present. There was no doubt about the success of the function.

Apart from the financial side, which allowed the sum of over £10 being paid towards the High school funds, the arrangements had been carried out in the most able manner, and dancing, to the strains of music supplied by Miss Mitchell, Messrs. C. Martin, J. Moseley and Morton, was indulged in.

The floor was in good order, and had been specially prepared for the occasion, and very little was left to be desired.

Various prizes were won. Cr. and Mrs. J. Bradbury were successful in the spot waltz, and Mrs. Blakeley and her son, Master Blakeley, were declared the winners of the Monte Carlo dance. Mr. Blakeley acted as M.C. Cr. J. Bradbury, in moving a very hearty vote of thanks to the residents of Mt. Eliza for having arranged the function, said Mt. Eliza was vitally interested in the high school.

The trouble that the residents had gone to on this occasion proved that they were willing to bear their share of the burden. Cr. Bradbury, concluding, said they deserved the greatest praise for the manner in which they had worked, and the interest shown in the high school movement. (Applause).

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Mr. J. Bishop, headmaster of the high school, in seconding the vote of thanks, said that it had been a most enjoyable night. “If the outlying districts,” said the speaker, “were enthusiastic to the same extent as the Mt. Eliza people then the school was sure of success.” (Applause).

The vote of thanks was carried by acclamation.

Those responsible for the successful function were: Mesdames Leeland, Davey, Martin, Moseley, Fraser, and C. Wood and Miss Harris, and they should feel delighted at the results achieved.

A dainty supper was served and enjoyed by the company, which was in keeping with one of the most enjoyable evenings ever held in the Mt. Eliza Hall.

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Hastings licence surrendered

The Licensing Court (Messrs. Barr, Lock and Tanner) on Monday last held their usual weekly sittings, when plans involving alterations to various suburban hotels were approved.

On behalf of J. J. Latchford; licensee of the Westernport Hotel, Hastings, it was announced that application would be made within fourteen days for permission to surrender the licence.

An order was recently made by the court that the hotel should be rebuilt.

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Personal

The marriage of Miss Nicholson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Nicholson, of Frankston, to Mr. W. J. Delahunty, is announced to take place at the Frankston Methodist Church on

the 12th inst., at 8 p.m., and afterwards at “The Fernery,” Mornington road, Frankston.

The many friends of Mr. J. B. Jolly will be glad to learn that he has recovered from his recent illness and is about again.

Mr. F. Daley, late secretary of the East Frankston Progress Association, paid a flying visit to Frankston this week. He has removed his family from Sydney, and will probably settle down in this State again.

The Misses Purvis, of Nolan street, Frankston, are at present enjoying a holiday trip through to Adelaide. The journey is being made via the Murray river, and returning to Melbourne by train. They expect to be absent for about a fortnight.

Miss R. Chamberlain, who is a relative of Cr. J. Bradbury, has arrived from the Harbour City, and is enjoying a month’s holiday in Frankston.

Miss Chamberlain is staying at “The Fernery.”

Frankston friends will be interested to learn that Miss Dorothea Macmaster, the pianiste, will leave Melbourne shortly for England. A meeting to arrange a farewell concert will be held at the rooms of the Women’s Automobile Club, Melbourne, at 2.30pm on Monday. Lady Masson will preside. Chinese lanterns, streamers and flowers helped to decorate the Frankston “Rendezvous” on Saturday last, when about 30 relatives and friends met to celebrate the coming of age of Miss Nellie Addicott. Games, singing, and dancing helped to make the evening a most enjoyable one. Among those present were the

Circa makes a splash

NEXT month, Frankston Arts Centre will welcome Duck Pond, the latest creation from Circa Contemporary Circus, renowned for pushing the boundaries of physical theatre with daring innovation and a playful spirit. Taking inspiration from the world’s most romantic ballet, Duck Pond transforms Swan Lake into a vibrant circus spectacular. The production blends breathtaking acrobatics, sumptuous aerial routines and Circa’s signature physicality with a mischievous sense of humour. Expect flipper-wearing ducks, a burlesque black swan and, of course, feathers –lots of them.

Director Yaron Lifschitz and the Circa Ensemble have created a performance that is both visually spectacular and emotionally resonant. Beneath the glitter and gags lies a

story about identity and finding one’s true self, told with grace, wit and contemporary energy. Critics have praised the show for its originality and boldness, with one review noting its “daring and a desire to go beyond,” while another described it as “one of the most exhilarating and thought-provoking shows you will see this year.”

By blending the enchantment of classical ballet with the thrill of modern circus, Duck Pond offers an experience that is as entertaining as it is unexpected. With its mix of beauty, humour and jaw-dropping skill, it’s a performance that promises to linger long after the final bow.

Duck Pond tours to Frankston Arts Centre on Thursday 2 October for one show at 7.30pm. Visit thefac.com.au or call 03 9784 1060 to book.

newly-wedded Mr. and Mrs. Albert F. Addicott.

Tyabb

The Railway Commissioners (Messrs H.W. Clapp and W. M. Shannon) recently visited here and inspected the Tyabb railway station and railway yards.

A deputation from the Tyabb Progress Association waited upon the departmental party and urged Mr. Clapp to immediately carry out the contemplated additions to the railway buildings at the local station.

A request for the construction of a cart dock was also made. In reply, the chairman of the Railway Commissioners (Mr. Clapp) said that the additional building was already granted, and would be erected as soon as possible.

After an inspection, he informed the Progress Association representatives that a cart dock would be put in at the rear of the goods shed upon the passenger platform.

The president of the Tyabb Progress Association (Mr. A. C. Van) thanked the Commissioners, and the deputation withdrew.

The Tyabb Progress Association has been largely instrumental in agitating for better accommodation and extra railway facilities at Tyabb.

The need for an additional building for the protection of outward by-products and for the shelter to intending passengers has been acutely felt for many years.

The present buildings render no source of comfort to waiting passengers, while no facilities are there

at all to protect perishable packages from the rain.

At last the wonderful work of our local Progress Association has been crowned by success, and the district will shortly be provided with increased facilities.

The work of further improvements, to the station will also probably engage the attention of the Tyabb Progress Association at a later date.

The provision of a barrier will be necessary later on.

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St. Kilda Bowling Club entertained Mr. and Mrs. W. S. McCarthy, of the Bay View Hotel, Frankston, tendered a dinner to the St. Kilda Bowling Club at the hotel last (Thursday) night. The president of the club, Cr. B. Marks, J.P., presided, and spoke in very high terms of the manner in which Mr. and Mrs. McCarthy had entertained them.

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Melbourne footballers at ‘The Fernery’

Members of the Melbourne Football Club paid a visit to “The Fernery” on Sunday last, and were entertained to afternoon tea by the club’s president. About 150 were present.

“The Fernery” was decorated with the club’s colours, and amidst the delightful surroundings a very pleasant afternoon was spent.

“The Fernery” orchestra was in attendance and enlivened the proceedings with excellent music.

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From the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 4 September 1925

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Writing workshop with Dr Lee Kofman

CALLING all writers. Western Port Writes invites you to our next workshop: Writing Vividly.

Do you struggle to find the best way to express your story on the page? One of the paradoxes of writing is that the more specific it is, the more universal is its appeal.

In this two-hour writing workshop with Dr Lee Kofman, you’ll focus on bringing your story to life. You’ll learn how to:

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• be specific in your descriptive prose without being tedious

• convey the emotional truth of your story and move your readers.

This workshop is suitable for writers at all stages of their craft, whether starting out or working on a manuscript. It’s a deep dive into ways to transform your writing, making it more expressive and evocative.

Lee Kofman is the author of six books, including a book on writing, The Writer Laid Bare, and memoirs Imperfect and The Dangerous Bride; she has co-edited anthologies and short story collections. Lee regularly speaks at literary events; she judges literary awards and is an experienced writing mentor and teacher of writing.

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Bombers fly into Grand Final, YCW strike first blow

MPFNL

By Brodie Cowburn

MEN’S DIV ONE

LANGWARRIN has made a habit of great escapes this year, but their luck finally ran out against Mt Eliza in Sunday’s elimination final.

The Redlegs and Kangaroos travelled to Rosebud for the do-or-die clash. Mt Eliza was held goalless in the first term, but soon recovered to take control of the game.

Langwarrin couldn’t stop the Redlegs once they got some momentum going. Mt Eliza ran away with it, winning 6.8 (44) to 9.15 (69).

Fletcher Bayne, Fraser Phillips, Christopher Carey, Will Bravo, and Declan Cole were Mt Eliza’s best.

Frankston YCW were comfortable winners against Edithvale-Aspendale on Saturday, taking them a step closer to the Grand Final.

The Stonecats were in charge from the get-go. They beat the Eagles 13.18 (96) to 8.9 (57).

Ned Cahill booted four goals for Frankston YCW. Byron Barry, Jack Greenwood, Blake Mullane, and Patrick Bloink also had great games.

The Stonecats will play Rosebud at Alexandra Park in Mornington this weekend, with the winner progressing to the big dance. Edi-Asp will have one more chance to make amends when they take on Mt Eliza.

MEN’S DIV TWO

FRANKSTON Bombers secured their Grand Final spot on Saturday after a hard fought win over Devon Meadows.

The Bombers have been the team to beat in 2025, finishing comfortably on top of the ladder. Crib Point Recreation Reserve hosted its semifinal clash against Devon Meadows.

The Panthers were in fine form on Saturday, and took a 16-point lead

into half-time. A six-goals-to-one third term put the Bombers back in the box seat.

Frankston Bombers held on for an 11 point win - 13.9 (87) to 11.10 (76). They move straight into the Grand Final, while Devon Meadows will get a second chance this weekend.

Jason Kingsbury, Khan Haretuku, Brody Smith, Alex Harnett, and Matt Chen were named the Bombers’ best. Jai Block kicked three goals.

Pearcedale moved on to the next round of finals last Sunday, putting an end to Somerville’s rich vein of form. Somerville beat the ladder leaders in the final round to earn their finals spot, then won a thrilling elimination final. At half-time of their clash with Pearcedale things were going wellSomerville held a 26 point lead. Somerville kicked just two goals after half-time, handing Pearcedale an opportunity to get back in the game. The opportunity was taken.

Pearcedale ran over the top of Somerville for a 13.5 (83) to 9.7 (61) win.

Devon Meadows and Pearcedale are set for a preliminary final showdown at RJ Rowley Reserve on Saturday afternoon.

NEXT WEEK’S GAMES

DIVISION ONE MENS

Sat 6 September, 2.15pm: Semi-Final 2

Rosebud v Frankston YCW –Mornington Alexandra Park Sun 7 September, 2.15pm: Semi-Final 1

Edithvale-Aspendale v Mt. Eliza – Olympic Park Rosebud

DIVISION TWO MENS Sat 6 September, 2.15pm: Preliminary Final Devon Meadows v Pearcedale – RJ Rowley Reserve

MT ELIZA kept their hopes of back to back premierships alive with a win over Langwarrin. Picture: Paul Churcher

THE Stonecats pounced as the Edi-Asp Eagles failed to soar.

Picture: Craig Barrett

Young hockey star makes state proud at national championships

MOUNT Eliza North Primary School’s Shivva Ramasamy is beaming with pride after representing Victoria in the under 12 National Championships.

Held in August, the prestigious tournament in Bendigo brought together the best young hockey talent from across the country.

The Victorian under 12 team played six tough matches against strong opposition from other states, but they fought hard to win four games, earning them a bronze medal.

“It was an incredible achievement and something we were all really proud of,” said Shivva.

The grade six student was the only player from the Mornington Peninsula to make the team, which was a proud moment for the school community.

Shivva said representing Victoria was an “absolute honour, and it’s made me even more excited about what comes next in my hockey journey”.

“I’m really grateful to my family, especially Mum, Dad and my little brother for all their support during the lead-up and throughout the tournament. From training sessions to travel, they’ve always been there for me,” he said.

Shivva said hockey had been a special part of his life for as long as he could remember.

At about age five, he joined the Hookin2Hockey program and had since gone on to play junior and men’s competitions.

He said his biggest inspiration was his dad, who also played hockey, as well as player legends like Jamie Dwyer and Ric Charlesworth.

While the bronze medal was a thrill, Shivva said it was the friendships he made from around Australia that he would cherish most, as well as the skills he learnt about strategy and teamwork, and the experience of playing at such a high level.

“I can’t wait to keep learning, improving and chasing my dream.”

SHIVVA Ramasamy with his bronze medal, left, and in action. Pictures: Supplied

FRANKSTON TIMES scoreboard

Baxter sends Somerville down

SOCCER

By Craig MacKenzie

BAXTER’S 3-0 derby win over Somerville Eagles on Saturday has secured the winner’s league status while condemning the loser to relegation.

A major State League restructure next season has severely impacted promotion and relegation rules in State 4 and State 5 divisions.

While the State 4 champion is promoted there’s no promotion in State 5.

In State 4 teams finishing in second down to sixth spots remain in State 4 while teams finishing seventh to 10th drop into State 5 and the bottom two teams drop into a new State 6.

Chelsea, Baxter and Rosebud will play in State 4 next season, Somerville will play in State 5 while Frankston Pines will play in State 6.

Chelsea lost 3-1 at home to Monash University on Saturday after a standard turn and finish in the box from league top scorer James Stinson had given Chelsea a half-time lead.

Gus Macleod’s men had been in cruise mode in the first half but there was a dramatic momentum swing after the break and they had no answer to the visitors’ onslaught.

At Westernport Secondary College Baxter winger Keegan Myatt opened the scoring against Somerville and had an assist for the second goal.

In the 36th minute Charlie O’Connell kept the ball in play then played it back to Ali Zamer Noor who squared the ball for Myatt and his shot into the bottom corner made it 1-0.

Myatt set up Jack Bradbury in the 55th minute to make it 2-0 and the sealer came in the 82nd minute.

Robbie O’Toole motored down the right then whipped the ball in to Austin Sporys who skipped past two defenders then hammered the ball home.

Rosebud thumped visitors Sandown Lions 7-2 on Saturday.

Sandown was very competitive for the first 45 minutes with Rosebud taking a 3-2 lead at the break.

The Budders came out revved up and overpowered the Lions in the second half with a great team performance highlighted by some brilliant passages of play which tore the Lions defence apart.

Connor Wharton capped a terrific display with a well-deserved hat-trick, Mark O’Connor’s great form rewarded with two super finishes along with Ethan Hunt and Barney Johnson getting on the scoresheet.

Luke Tsantefskis continued his stellar season dominating the midfield ably supported by Julien Dos Santos, Charlie Gunning and Riley Gill.

Meanwhile Pines should have beaten Mentone last weekend but had to settle for a 1-1 draw away from home.

Zia Jalali was on target for Pines who felt they were on the wrong side of some decisions from an assistant referee.

In State 1 it may be another season of what could have been for Mornington and its continuing quest to win promotion to Victoria’s elite club competition.

On Saturday it defeated visitor Old Scotch 3-0 but remains in third spot a point behind Bayside Argonauts.

The first of a Kieran Dover double came in the 14th minute when Matt Hennessey sent him through and he had no problem beating advancing Old Scotch keeper Bryden Plowright.

Dover doubled the lead 10 minutes into the second half when he volleyed home after a Ziggy Razuki diagonal.

The final blow was struck by defender James Clark in the 68th minute following another Razuki cross that Clark volleyed.

In Saturday’s final round Adam Jamieson’s side are at home to league champion Malvern City while Bayside Argonauts host bottom club Gippsland United.

In State 2 Peninsula Strikers are on the threshold of promotion with Skye breathing down their necks.

On Saturday Strikers put in one of their best performances of the season when belting Knox City 5-0 at Knox.

Strikers led after five minutes when Ethan Goulding won possession and

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he calmly squared to Campbell Steedman who slotted home into the bottom corner.

Not long after it was 2-0.

Wayne Gordon played an excellent ball wide to Cooper Andrews who slipped past the defender and delivered an inch-perfect cross onto the head of the arriving Sammy Maggs.

Before the break it was 3-0 when a wicked Gordon corner was headed home by Jamie Davidson.

In the first minute of the second half Steedman intercepted as Knox tried to play out from the back and he made no mistake rifling the ball into the back of the net to make it 4-0.

In the 58th minute Matt Harrington rounded out the scoring after superb pressure from Maggs forced a turnover in the box and Harrington slotted home cooly.

Last Thursday night Skye won 2-1 at home to North Caulfield.

Although the visitors had nothing to play for it was clear from the get-go that they came to make life very difficult for the hosts.

In the 16th minute a long Nic Millar throw found the head of Daniel Attard who flicked the ball all the way into the far corner to give Skye a 1-0 lead.

In the 25th minute North Caulfield capitalised on a mix-up at the back and levelled through Joshua Hodes.

The home side had to wait until the 79th minute to break the deadlock courtesy of Elliott Craig’s left-foot strike following an Emmanuel Scarlett

cross.

Ten minutes of additional time were safely navigated and Skye claimed all three points to ensure that the promotion battle is taken to the final day.

In State 5 Seaford United may have engineered the great escape with a barnstorming finish to the season.

Seaford’s 4-3 away win over Aspendale last weekend and Mount Eliza’s 0-0 away draw against Endeavour Hills Fire allowed Seaford to leapfrog Mount Eliza into second spot.

The top two teams retain their State 5 status next season.

On Saturday Seaford striker Zain Ahmad broke the deadlock early after a Hayden Hicks long ball sailed over the defence and Ahmad converted his one on one.

Dylan Waugh doubled the lead in the 25th minute after a Blake Hicks throwin was flicked on by Tristan Stass allowing Waugh to tap home from close range.

Aspendale hit back late in the half via a James Macnab free-kick hammered into the bottom right-hand corner.

Waugh made it 3-1 in the 61st minute when he headed past home team keeper Matthew Self and Ahmad made it 4-1 in the 77th minute but Aspendale refused to lie down.

In the 82nd minute substitute Pablo Borboa made it 4-2 with the goal of the game, a magnificent volley into the top right-hand corner.

Four minutes later Ryan Mravljak

played the ball across the box and it fell to Samuel Timuska-Carr who steered it home.

Shortly after Seaford’s Luke Murray was sent off but despite this the visitors’ resolve couldn’t be broken.

A win this weekend at home against second-bottom Cleeland United ensures Seaford’s league status remains intact for next season.

League champion Fortuna 60 faced a competitive Mount Martha on Saturday in Morwell and although the home team won 3-2 visitors’ head coach Charlie Platt was lauding his players’ performance.

“I’m very proud of my boys and they gave the champions a real scare,” Platt said.

League top scorer Damon Scott from Fortuna only featured for 38 minutes after he talked himself into a second caution and a send-off.

“We had chances in the second half and deserved something from the game,” Platt added.

“The best side lost today.”

Mount Martha’s scorers were Mitch Hawkins and Daniel Bancroft. Platt’s side will finish last and drop down two levels to the newly created State 7 next year.

They’ll be joined by Aspendale who also finished in the bottom half of the table.

NEXT WEEKEND

Saturday, 6 September, 3pm

Mornington v Malvern City, Dallas Brooks Park

Peninsula Strikers v Casey Comets, Centenary Park

Skye Utd v Knox City, Skye Recreation Reserve

Somerville Eagles v Chelsea, Westernport Secondary College

Baxter v Lyndale Utd, Baxter Park Springvale City v Rosebud, Ross Reserve

Endeavour Utd v Frankston Pines, Reema Reserve

Keysborough v Mount Eliza, Coomoora Reserve

Seaford Utd v Cleeland Utd, North Seaford Reserve

Mount Martha v Bunyip District, Civic Reserve

Pakenham Utd v Aspendale, IYU Reserve

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Keegan Myatt scored against Somerville Eagles on Saturday in a cut-throat derby. Picture: Gemma Sliz

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