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Flinders Quartet to launch music season By Penny Ivison

Opening night of the Peninsula Music Society 2015 season will feature the Flinders Quartet on March 21. The PMS describes them as a crowd favourite and, ‘An exceptional Australian Ensemble which is entering its second decade.’ And in May 2014 The Australian newspaper wrote, ‘... the quartet sounded as if they had been playing together for a lifetime: unity of interpretation, tight ensemble, fine balance, matched tone, and fluent dialogues between solo and collective lines.’ The Flinders Quartet perform regularly at the Sydney Opera House and the Melbourne Recital centre and the PMS are very excited to have them return to the Peninsula Community Theatre for their season launch. Baroque musicians Arcadia Accademia and Ironwood will round out the first section of the program. The Winter Solstice Series (June 20-22) is the main Publisher Lisa Walton lisa@mpmag.com.au Publisher’s Assistant Molly Mitchell molly@mpmag.com.au Customer Relations & Sales Julie Saville 0438 879 684 julie@mpmag.com.au Edna McMinimee 0411 812 704 edna@mpmag.com.au EDITOR Kristy Martin 0432 763 414 kristy@mpmag.com.au Journalists & Feature writers Liz Rogers, Mandi Pugh, Penny Ivision, Stephanie Johnson, Scott Grimster, Peter Jupp, Drew Cooper Photography & AD Design Jarryd Bravo, Molly Mitchell Distribution Archie Mitchell SOCIAL MEDIA Fiona Hitchcock

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event on the PMS concert calendar. This year, Michael Dahlenburg, a previous PMS bursary winner, will be conducting 30 members of the Melbourne Chamber Orchestra in Beethoven’s Violin Concerto on the Saturday night. Co-president Janette Forster encourages families with children studying music to come along and experience one of the directions their studies can take them, and for all eligible students to consider applying for a bursary themselves. Last year $20,000 was awarded among the eight recipients. The Peninsula Music Society has been bringing professional chamber musicians to Mornington since 1962 and at the current venue, The Peninsula Community Theatre, since 1967. Tickets for any concert can be purchased at Robinsons Bookshop in Frankston and Farrell’s in Mornington and subscriptions for multiple concerts are also available. For the full program visit www.pmsmusic.asn.au. For bookings, call 9789 8392 or 0419 985 550.

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Monty Roberts The Man Who Listens To Horses He’s a world-renowned trainer of championship horses, bestselling author, Hollywood stuntman and has even been endorsed by Queen Elizabeth. And next month, Monty Roberts, also known as ‘The Man Who Listens To Horses’, will be right here on the Mornington Peninsula to demonstrate his revolutionary horse training technique, JoinUp, at Boneo Park Equestrian Centre. Monty, known as the real-life American horse whisperer, uses a language made up of gestures to communicate with horses and encourage a willing partnership between horse and trainer. Whether starting young horses or dealing with problem horses, Monty’s talent is truly inspirational and has to be seen to be believed. See his incredible horsemanship for yourself at Boneo Park Equestrian Centre, 312 Boneo Road, Boneo, on April 25 and 26. Tickets available through Ticketek. www.ticketek.com.au

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Local lads bow out of MKR Best mates, Matt and Rob from the Mornington Peninsula, will go down in history as the oyster farmers who failed at cooking oysters on the top rating show for 2015, My Kitchen Rules. The boys, who have been partners in a Coffs Harbour oyster business for the past three years, hosted their pop up restaurant at Matt’s family home in Sorrento. Expectations were set high with Bloody Mary oyster shots on arrival at the appropriately themed restaurant Salt and Earth. It was downhill (fast) from there with the ‘oysters three ways’ entrée and a main of quail that they had attempted to cook for the first time ever. Their dessert was an underwhelming brownie, but despite things going as badly as they possibly could, never once did they lose their cool or turn on each other in the kitchen. Between Matt’s one-liners and Rob’s friendly personality and celebrity connections (Hollywood film stars Chris and Liam Hemsworth are his cousins), everyone was sad to see them go.

MP Mag: What is the atmosphere like at the pop up restaurants? Is it all awkward silences and polite conversation while the contestants take hours to prepare the meals? Rob: We can only really talk about our experience from our group and we had that impression too going in, but it wasn’t like that at all. It was just like a fun dinner party. We got along really well with all the other contestants… and we pretty much just had laughs and good conversation from start to finish - and that’s not even talking it up. We look back on those nights now and think about how much fun we had. MP Mag: Everyone on MKR seemed pretty excited to learn that Rob’s cousins are Liam and Chris Hemsworth. They seem very down to earth despite their Hollywood success, is this something that runs in the family? Rob: I think everyone in the family are just down to earth

genuine people, and those boys have stuck with who they are no matter where they have gone in life. They have reached really high heights in Hollywood and they have always just stayed the same people they always were, which is good. MP Mag: In terms of farmed seafood, oysters are said to be one of the most sustainable options. Is that something that is important to you guys? Rob: I definitely think that sustainable seafood is very important for the future. To harvest oysters you are not adding anything to the water, they are naturally occurring where we harvest them. We don’t have any major impact on the environment at all or interfere with any of the existing communities in the water. MP Mag: And as far as eating oysters goes - are you supposed to chew them or not? Rob: That’s the first time I’ve been asked that question. Well I don’t think there is a rule there I think that any way that people enjoy oysters they should feel free to eat them that way. Some people prefer to savour the taste and get more of that taste and so they chew it. Other people just enjoy getting more of a subtle salty taste so they slurp it down but I don’t think there’s a rule there. As long as people are eating oysters we don’t care how they do it. MP Mag: Are your oysters available down here? Rob: Not at this stage but just on that, Sydney Rock Oysters are the type of oysters that we grow because we believe that they are a really good product. Matt: So we would encourage people to keep an eye out for them on menus because it’s not something that you see a lot in Melbourne but it is definitely worth a try. MP Mag: I heard that MKR was your second choice in terms of reality TV. Does that mean we might see you guys popping up on another one of these shows? Matt: We are thinking that you probably only get one bite of the pie in terms of reality TV and this was our shot and unfortunately it didn’t really go to plan. We obviously got

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eliminated really early, but we had a great time. We are glad that we took the opportunity to be on the show but I’m not sure that we will get an offer to do any other ones. MP Mag: What if you now qualify for ‘I’m A Celebrity Get Me Outta Here?’ Rob: Haha I’m pretty much 100% sure we won’t qualify for I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. My Kitchen Rules airs on Channel 7 weeknights at 7:30pm. By Penny Ivison

Monty Roberts is coming to Boneo Park! Don’t miss “The Man Who Listens to Horses”. For two amazing days Monty will share with you the lessons learned from a lifetime of training champion horses. If you have never seen Monty starting a young horse or working with problem horses this may be your last opportunity to see this master horseman at work, for many this will be a life changing experience. Shepparton April 29th – For the first and only time Monty will be at Tatura Park in Shepparton for a two hour evening presentation, very limited seating is available at this venue.

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Given that Cassie Corvino was making and selling friendship bracelets as a precocious young primary school student, it should come as no surprise she would one day be running her own business. Something old, something new. Something borrowed, something blue… The owner of Cassie Louise Designs (comprising her first and middle names) now has her own line of Not sure what you have planned to keep up this bridal tradition on your special day, but the Blue Mini Café in Rosebud can certainly help you with handmade jewellery that is gaining traction overseas as well as here at home. the last one. Created from semi-precious stone beads and charms Tracey, Blue Mini owner, says: “We will tailor a perfect package to the sourced from all over the world, including Turkey, requirements of the couple. After sitting down and chatting about the way to go, we will fit together the pieces of the jigsaw to come up with a Thailand, Singapore and Hollywood to name a few, Cassie’s bracelets and necklaces are high quality picture perfect package they will love.” statement pieces that can be dressed up or down. With two venues to choose from - but both offering the very same Cassie says she has always dressed quite simply, and homemade and high quality dining - the Blue Mini is a perfect and allowed her beautiful accessories to tell the story. informal venue for a boho beach wedding. Shake off the sand and bring Inspired by her love of bold, neon colours, her your barefoot bridal party in for a beautiful, relaxed wedding reception. beachside life on the Mornington Peninsula and her Everything at the Blue Mini is rustic and recycled and it’s easy to become travels to the Greek Islands, Italy and Indonesia, each immersed in the welcoming and laidback atmosphere. Enjoy a cocktail piece is lovingly crafted in a small studio at Cassie’s with guests before some quirky photographs that will leave you with your Mt Eliza home. special day memories forever. Then it’s time to sit down and enjoy the culinary delights that you have personally chosen for your special guests. In 2014, Cassie returned to Indonesia for a photo shoot to promote her Paradise Collection range. Email info@bluemini.com.au or call 5981 2520 for more details on She modelled the jewellery herself, while her father, booking these lovely venues for your very special day. a photographer (of bcenu Photography), took the Blue Mini - eatery – emporium – events photos. Her boyfriend and mum were on lighting 2 Colchester Road, Rosebud duties, and voila! Not only did they churn out a The Corner – café and catering professional series of images, but the family also 1455 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud got to holiday in the picturesque paradise of the Gili BY MANDI PUGH Islands. Talk about ingenuity.

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Influenced by her mother, who also made clothing, Cassie began designing and selling her own hoodies back in high school. She went on to briefly have her own fashion label that was sold at boutiques in Chapel Street and Frankston. Cassie always made jewellery growing up, and was a big fan of collecting bracelets during her travels to Bali. Unfortunately they never lasted long, as the quality wasn’t there. “I used to go to Bali and come back with my arms covered in tassel bracelets, but they always ended up fading and falling apart.” She became motivated to make her own brightly coloured jewellery designed to last. Cassie’s range is the result of almost two years of hard work, but remains a hobby for her, as she also works full time. Her jewellery, which receives worldwide exposure on Instagram, was recently featured in Hawaiian magazine DISfunkshion, and was also modelled in Santorini for the Anna Mavridis fashion blog. Cassie is currently working on a range of gold pastel pieces using charms from Turkey, a collection she is hoping to launch next month. You can find Cassie’s jewellery at the Emu Plains Market in Balnarring, Evergreen Clothing in Mornington and on her website, www.cassielouise. com.au

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Sick of the stomach ache? Try going chocolate-free this Easter

With chocolate shortages set to hit us in 2020, just five years away, now is the time to start a few chocolate free Easter traditions. If you start these in 2020 when a Cadbury Creme Egg costs $10, things might look and feel a little forced. Start nowand people will just assume it is what you have always done. So in the spirit of facing the chocolate apocalypse together, here are some fun, chocolate-free Easter ideas.

Bake Easter cookies Kids can get involved in baking and decorating cookies cut into egg shapes, which is a great tradition but these might only be good as gifts for Grandma. If you want something prettier, then Danielle from Sweetcheeks Cookies and Cakes in Patterson Lakes will take

it yourself and leave it at that. You can also do this one with kids, fulfilling their desires to do craft without having to do any actual craft.

Cook up a seasonal feast In Australia, as we go from summer into autumn at Easter the classic roast with seasonal vegies probably makes much more sense here than at Christmas. Many people have already swapped to Seafood at Christmas, but what we eat at Easter hasn’t really been given the same makeover. Pumpkins are an autumn food, so Pumpkin Pie makes a delicious chocolate-free dessert.

Give non-edible gifts Oxfam have adorable crocheted Easter bunnies made in Vietnam by Mai Handicrafts for $12.95 or bunnies in a carrot bag from Thailand. Locally, Main St Market in Mornington has handmade soft toy bunnies and bunny-shaped wooden name plaques, while at Emu Plains Market you can pick up festive

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It must be said that creativity is not solely the preserve of the arts, or indeed, artists. Some of the most creative thinkers of the modern world are the scientists and researchers, engineers and entrepreneurs, the thought leaders, mathematicians and sometimes, the politicians. To be creative does not mean that one has to be able to draw, dance or hold a tune. Put simply, creativity is a form of intelligence, one that helps us to solve problems – and it can be taught. At Woodleigh School, we value creativity. From the play and enquiry-based programs in our Early Childhood Centres at Minimbah and Penbank, right through to our VCE years, ours is an environment that supports original, independent thought. Innovation is encouraged, and permission given for children and adolescents to make mistakes, to

reflect on those mistakes, and learn from them. Staff and students work together to make our school a place where responsible risks are not baulked at, where students can escape the fear of being wrong, or looking silly in front of their peers and colleagues. As British educationalist Sir Ken Robinson said, “If you’re not prepared to be wrong, you’ll never come up with anything original.” As educators, it is our job to encourage students to push the boundaries of expression. To step off the production line and respond in interesting and different ways to the challenges we face in the world... to be happy being themselves. Jonathan Walter – Woodleigh School Principal Pictured: Woodleigh School Penbank Campus students perform their 2014 extravaganza ‘Walk in Someone’s Shoes’

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Having a baby should be the most exciting and special time in a woman’s life. Unfortunately, many mothers struggle to access even the basic necessities when it comes to giving birth or raising a child. We take it for granted that we have clean hospitals with qualified medical staff and things like nappies, baby clothes and toys. Some women do not even have a blanket to wrap their newborn in, and for others who don’t have access to proper medical care, the complications that arise during childbirth can be heartbreaking. It is for this reason that three altruistic Mornington mothers have created the charity For Mama With Love x and are doing their part to help mums who are less fortunate, both locally and overseas. Janine, Mel and Lisa are the brains behind For Mama With Love x, which supports pregnant mothers, newborns and

children by providing ‘safe birthing packs’ and ‘welcome baby packs’ to mums in rural Africa, and MamaCare packs to women on the peninsula. Janine is originally from South Africa and Lisa spent three months volunteering in a South African township helping to deliver babies, but it wasn’t until a chance meeting with ‘Mama Grace’ that the idea for their charity was born. Mama Grace is from Mbale, in rural Uganda, the wife of a pastor and a mother to five children and five foster children. She also helps the local women through labour or when they are in distress, hence why everyone in the village knows her as ‘Mama’. Mel, Lisa and Janine met Mama Grace during a visit to Australia with her husband, who was giving a speech at one of the peninsula schools. She told them stories of the women in her village having to give birth alone and in unhygienic conditions and they knew they had to help. “Young girls there don’t even have underwear and they have to make their own sanitary pads - simple things we take for granted,” Janine says. The money raised through For Mama With Love x goes to safe birthing packs containing gloves, razor blades, string and plastic sheeting, or welcome baby packs containing nappies, blankets, clothing, laundry powder and soap. Grace keeps them updated on the amazing progress the women of her village are making thanks to the support they have received. Locally, For Mama With Love x has teamed up with Pregnancy Assist Frankston to provide new mums with MamaCare packs and they are seeking support from local businesses to help with donations for this. “The new baby is usually quite supported, so we wanted to give something to the struggling mothers,” Lisa says. “Things like maternity pads, breast pads, and lip gloss and hand cream just to make them feel special.” For Mama With Love x recently held its first fundraiser, an exclusive screening of the Reese Witherspoon film ‘The Good Lie’ at Mornington Cinema. Demand for tickets was so high they had to hold a second screening the following week. The women hope to stage another two fundraisers throughout 2015. And this is just the beginning. “We may be starting small, but we have big dreams,” says Mel. www.formamawithlove.com

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The spectacularly delicious ‘Spiegelicious’ show that wowed the crowds in Sorrento over Christmas will return for the Easter school holidays due to popular demand. From March 27 to April 11, you can enter the 95-year-old Dutch Spiegeltent and see for yourself what the critics have been raving about. Spiegelicious is a world-class extravaganza of music, song, dance and laughter brought to Sorrento by Three Palms owner James McPherson, who collaborated with the show’s creator Jason Coleman (of So You Think You Can Dance/Ministry of Dance fame). Spiegelicious brings together a mix of Cirque Du Soliel aerialists, seasoned professional dancers, and some of Australia’s leading talents. Wayne Scott Kermond gives a wildly entertaining performance as the show’s emcee, Jude Perl mesmerises with her sultry vocals, the beautiful Catherine Hancock brings her chameleon showstopping talent to the stage and Seann Miley Moore leaves the audience breathless and wanting more, more, more! During the day the Spiegeltent is home to ‘Animalicious’, a fun-filled, rip-roaring journey through the animal kingdom that will delight kids (and kids at heart). With tap-dancing penguins, hip-hopping hippopotamus, rapping rhinos, very cool polar bears, harmonising monkeys, a spectacular flying rosella and even a foot-stomping elephant, this show is at

once educational and a spectacle for the senses. If you’re lucky it might even snow… The colourful costumes, dramatic lighting and heart-pounding music for both shows ensure non-stop toe-tapping, clapping and belly laughs, with a delightful touch of audience participation that makes for a party that lingers long in the memory and the heart. The Spiegeltent is located next-door to Three Palms Restaurant on Ocean Beach Road, Sorrento. Spiegelicious tickets $79.50, Animalicious tickets $45, on sale at the Three Palms Box Office or via Ticketmaster 136 100 www. ticketmaster.com.au

Added to all the excitement of the dazzling Spiegelicious & Animalicious shows, the magical Sorrento spiegeltent is now playing host to some of Australia’s leading musicians as well! After incredible live performances by Wendy Matthews and Jude Perl at this unique venue last month, you can now catch Jon English and Peter Cupples (above right) performing live from inside the 95-year-old Dutch spiegeltent, located next to the Three Palms Restaurant in Sorrento. Peter Cupples, best known as the singer from soul band Stylus, will perform hits from Stylus as he performs with The Peter Cupples Band on Friday March 6. Then on Saturday March 7, catch him as he teams up with Jon English for ‘Uncorked’- a fabulous collaboration of rock and ballads peppered with the odd joke or two.

Australian Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee Kate Ceberano (above left) is another firstrate act set to take the stage of the Sorrento Spiegeltent, with two intimate shows scheduled on March 13 and 14. Don’t miss your chance to hear the best in Aussie music from inside this nostalgic, theatrical, one-of-a-kind venue. For almost 100 years Spiegeltents (Dutch for mirror tents) have travelled to the four corners of the globe and been used as dance halls, bars and entertainment salons. These elaborate handmade wooden and canvas structures resemble circus big tops and are adorned with velvet, brocade, stained glass and mirrors. The Spiegeltent is the dream of Three Palms owner James McPherson, who loves bringing the best live entertainment to the streets of Sorrento. Tickets on sale at the Three Palms Box Office or via Ticketmaster 136 100 www.ticketmaster.com.au

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WANT A CAREER IN RADIO? The Casey Radio Sports Team is calling for people who are looking to kick start a career in radio. Casey Radio is dedicated to producing some of the best local sports broadcasts in the country on VFL & Local Football, District Cricket and Picnic Horse Racing at Balnarring, Drouin, Healesville and Woolamai. Casey Radio is expanding its football coverage this year and therefore needs volunteers. On Saturdays, they will broadcast a weekly South East Football

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I’M REALLY A MERMAID Josie’s fight to save Port Phillip Bay

With her long wavy locks, a penchant for diving in the ocean and her free-spirited persona, Josie Jones is regularly being compared with a mermaid. So it makes sense the award-winning graphic designer of Share the Word design studio has adopted the image of a mermaid in her campaign for the protection of Port Phillip Bay. Josie has created a series of posters encouraging people to preserve the ocean, recycle responsibly and to pick up rubbish if they see it. As part of this project, titled ‘I’m Really A Mermaid’, Josie has spent countless hours picking up rubbish from the beaches near her home at Rye. She is well on her way to collecting one tonne of rubbish, roughly the weight of a car, a personal challenge she set for herself in June last year. When she finishes, she will proudly wear a T-shirt featuring one of her own designs (a woman holding a whale above her head) declaring herself ‘The One Tonne Woman’. “I walk around and I wonder what happened to ‘Keep Australia Beautiful’,” Josie says. “If I see rubbish I have to pick it up, I can’t ignore it. I bend over about 1200 times in a three kilometre stretch of beach and collect five to seven kilograms of rubbish. The main items are cigarette butts, lolly wrappers and parking tickets. I often find parking fines that had floated across the bay from suburbs like Footscray.” Josie began picking up rubbish when she lived in Tahiti for four years back in 2002, because litter lined the beaches and she used to see the local women burying their dirty nappies in the sand. This shattered her perception of the pristine island paradise Tahiti was supposed to be. Today, Josie lives in Rye with her son and her partner and her passion for the environment is as strong as ever. She and her partner, an artist, are avid freedivers (diving without air because, Josie asserts, it is “more fun” that way) and together they take stunning underwater photographs. She says it is up to people to be smarter about rubbish and to help protect the innocent and beautiful sea creatures she so often witnesses when diving in the ocean. “I think we need to change the way we dispose of waste, starting on the streets and in shopping centres. We need to have one bin for food waste, one for plastic and one for disposables. We’ve got a chance to change things now. It’s not too late.” It is not Josie’s style to tell people what to do or how to think, she would much rather let them make up their own mind. The posters are about encouraging people to just do the best that you can. “You can’t change other people, you can only change yourself.” Having said this, Josie’s work has in fact inspired other people to change their personal habits. Strangers see her picking up rubbish on the beach and do the same. And recently someone wrote to Josie to tell her they too would be taking up her One Tonne Challenge. She has also been asked to create a series of mermaid posters for Sunset Beach, California, proving her message has global appeal. Josie is a graphic designer, but she prefers to think of herself as a problem solver rather than an artist. “I like to be part of the solutions,” she says. “The goal is (for everybody) to have zero waste.” Jump on board with Josie’s campaign for your chance to win a luxury weekend for two at the lovely eco-friendly hideaway Big Blue Backyard at St Andrews Beach, simply by buying one of the posters. For more details, visit Josie’s website, www.sharetheword.com.au

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COME, FEEL THE BUZZ AT HIDDEN HARBOUR Hidden Harbour Marina is one of the most exciting on-water communities on the Mornington Peninsula. With the new community growing quickly, there is always something to do, and having your own berth means getting out to the bay has never been easier. Hidden Harbour Marina has been designed with community in mind, and coming up on Friday March 6, there is a great opportunity to feel the buzz of a Friday for yourself. From 4:30pm, head down to the Hidden Harbour Marina, off Island Drive Martha Cove, for exclusive access to the marina facilities while you sip your complimentary drink and enjoy free giveaways. You’ll see where you can berth your boat, how quickly you can be on the bay and you’ll feel the excitement of a night of competition at the Sailing Club.

If you can’t make the Friday night event – don’t worry. The team would love the chance to take you for a one-on-one tour around the marina at a time that suits you. Located in Martha Cove, just minutes from Safety Beach, boaties who have already secured a berth at Hidden Harbour Marina are enjoying the long summer days and nights of sailing and the growing social feel. There are berths in a variety of sizes still available – 11, 12, 13, 15 and multihull berths are selling quickly, and with starting prices from $140,000, it has never been more affordable to get your exclusive spot on the Mornington Peninsula. For more information about a berth at Hidden Harbour Marina, or for more information about our event, call Brad or Brooke on 0481 207 832 or email sales@hiddenharbourmarina.com.au www.HiddenHarbourMarina.com.au

Australians from all walks of life are being challenged to do something amazing to help beat blood cancer by signing up for the Leukaemia Foundation’s ‘World’s Greatest Shave’ March 12-15. The call to ‘be brave and shave’ is expected to see more than 150,000 people get sponsored to shave or colour their hair, raising funds for research and support of Australians with blood cancer. In Victoria, the goal is to raise more than $3,950,000. “Every day, more than 31 Australians are expected to be diagnosed with leukaemia, lymphoma or myeloma. “This year 2758 people in Victoria will have their lives changed by the diagnosis of blood cancer,” says Stephanie Hechenberger, general manager of the Leukaemia Foundation in Victoria. “Blood cancer is devastating for everyone, but in acute cases, treatment must begin within 24 hours of diagnosis. For those living in regional areas, it can mean leaving work, school and family and relocating indefinitely to the city for treatment, adding to the shock and emotional turmoil.” World’s Greatest Shave is the Leukaemia Foundation’s most important fundraiser, providing vital funds to lessen the impact of blood cancer through research and free support. “Thanks to World’s Greatest Shave supporters in 2014, thousands of people were able to access the foundation’s free services across Victoria last year, including emotional support, information,

transport to and from regular treatment and accommodation for regional families required to relocate to Melbourne for lifesaving treatment,” says Ms Hechenberger. “The foundation also invested millions of dollars in blood cancer research. Ongoing research is vital because an Australian will lose their life to blood cancer every two hours. In fact, many people will be unaware that blood cancer claims more lives than breast cancer or melanoma. She continues: “Those who decide to shave also help to normalise baldness, one of the most visual side-effects of cancer treatment. What better way to show your Aussie spirit of mateship then by deciding to lose your hair for a little while, to help others for a long while. The sooner people sign up, the more money they can potentially raise. You’ll look and feel amazing.”

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PENINSULA CRUISE WEEK MARCH 23-27 For one special week in March, we’ve invited some of our closest cruise friends to sit in our seats. Some of the biggest brands will be here - Holland America Cruises, Uniworld River Cruises, Azamara Cruises, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and more - and we’re offering appointments for you to talk with a cruise specialist about your next cruising holiday. To lock in your appointment, simply email Catinka at admin@ peninsulatravel.com.au or call 5974 3911.

Did you know that Peninsula Travel is part of Cruiseco; the largest cruise consortium in Australia? You may see us out and about as our sister brand, Peninsula Cruise. Heading south of Brighton, Peninsula Cruise is the only Cruiseco office you’ll see along the Port Phillip east coastline. We’re very proud to be a member of this invitation only consortium, as we have been for the past 5 years. There are many advantages for us, but what’s in it for you? When you book a cruise through our Cruiseco brand you can receive Qantas Frequent Flyer points. It’s just a little something-for-nothing but it all adds up. If you’re not a

An U16 Peninsula Saints outfit will travel to Wellington over the Anzac weekend to play two matches against the New Zealand national U16 team. The matches will be played around the St Kilda v Carlton Anzac Day clash also being played in Wellington. The Peninsula Saints will be made up of U16 players from the FDJFL and MPJFL, with each club within the respective leagues able to nominate one player to join the team. Additional invitations may be made depending on any clubs that pass on this opportunity. The side will be coached by the MPJFL’s Andrew Souter and will play matches on Friday April 24 and Sunday April 26 at Wellington’s Hutt Park. The players will also assist with on-ground activities during the St KildaCarlton match and assist with the St Kilda superclinic on the Sunday morning. The tour is proudly supported by the St Kilda FC and Watersun Builder’s Footy Foundation.

Qantas Frequent Flyer member, we can sign you up for free (saving you the $89.50 you’ll pay online). There’s also access to some incredible specials that are exclusive to Cruiseco agencies. On top of all that, Cruiseco arranges several exclusive charter trips every year. These include charter cruises around the Mediterranean, a range of music cruises, including Rock the Boat and Bravo! We’d love to talk to you about your next cruising holiday! PENINSULA TRAVEL 9 Bay Road, Mt Martha Phone 5974 3911 www.peninsulatravel.com.au

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by Liz Rogers We all need time and space. Poets ponder on it. Musicians muse. (Think writer Maya Angelou on Caged Bird Songs or blues singer/guitarist Little Milton taking time out to …hear me some blues.) We all crave that happy place where our minds are free to roam; but how to get there? First and last stop, The Musicians Retreat in Rosebud. This awe-inspiring sanctuary invites musicians, writers and those in the fine art sectors to experience the space to create, connect and consolidate. Let me explain. Ian Pav has been living and breathing music for over 37 years. We are talking experience with a capital E. He produces both vocals and instrumentals, performs and arranges,

mentors emerging musicians (he is involved in events like The Voice of Frankston 2014), and knows the music industry inside out. He is also a sound designer and has key skills in marketing development, strategy design and event management. As a music industry insider Ian’s extensive list of contacts is gold. (He’s worked with the likes of Tommy Emmanuel, Troy CassarDaley and Deborah Byrne just to name a few). Initially he and his interior designer wife Deb bought their acre of gorgeous gardens in Rosebud with the intention of providing a place for family and friends to congregate. Ideas began to flow and with the completion of Ian’s purpose-built sound recording studio, a Musicians Retreat just

seemed like a natural extension. Ian talks; ‘It’s too good here not to share it around. We’re a B&B style accommodation where artists (writers, dancers, musicians) can create or just escape. It’s ideal for artists who are touring and want to stay somewhere their needs will be met – whether that’s to be left alone or to connect with other musicians or venues across the peninsula. They can record, write or rejuvenate.’ The Musicians Retreat offers a separate lounge with two bedrooms and a three-way bathroom. Both bedrooms look out over the stunning gardens and have queen sized beds, while the lounge opens out onto a deck which overlooks the pool. Plus it offers

seclusion. So, whether you’re just starting out or you’re an established musician looking to record, The Musicians Retreat is the perfect spot to create your (Unchained?) melody in time and space; or to just take a deep breath - and relax. Happy hideaway! *Note; Unchained Melody was the 1965 Righteous Brother’s juke box standard and became an even bigger hit after being featured in the 1990 movie Ghost. The Musicians Retreat Rosebud www.themusiciansretreat.com themusiciansretreat487@gmail.com

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Homeless By Kristy Martin were on their annual New Year’s camping trip to Porepunkah, in northern Victoria, at the time. It was devastating to return to the property, on Ocean Grove, and find they’d lost just about As a performance artist with Nova everything. Star Productions, she is a familiar “No, I didn’t lose my costumes, face on the peninsula, often seen thankfully,” Leonie says. “That’s strutting high on her stilts and the first thing people ask!” dressed as colourful characters at street parades, markets, carnivals Her costumes were in a separate and charity events. garage converted into an office and, fortunately, this is also After all her years earning a living where all the irreplaceable family by bringing joy to others (and often working for free in the name photographs were kept. of a good cause), the community “I did lose my wedding dress is now rallying to help Leonie after though, and all my character she and her family lost everything makeup. in a house fire. “Craig lost all his clothes and the Leonie’s best friend Kate kids lost everything, including my O’Sullivan from On a Mission daughter’s dancing trophies.” Fundraising has organised a public While Leonie and her family are garden party to help raise money heartbroken, they realise they are for the struggling family, who are lucky nobody was hurt, especially staying in a friend’s rental property the young female house sitter who in Mornington. escaped after being woken by the Leonie’s Mt Eliza home caught fire home’s smoke alarms. on January 2, when a house sitter The family pets, a cat and several fell asleep with a candle burning. chickens, were also unscathed. Leonie, husband Craig and their One of the greatest challenges, two kids, aged eight and 11, however, lies in starting over.

Stilt walker Leonie Deavin is one of those special people who has forged a successful career out of making others smile.

LEONIE DEAVIN On her way home from camping, Leonie realised she had no other clothing but the summer shorts and tees she’d taken with her. She was forced to swallow her pride and ask her friends on Facebook if anyone could lend her some warm clothes. Mercifully, a girlfriend was there in a flash, armed with a cosy tracksuit. “We’ve had some amazing support from friends, and a local church group who filled our pantry for us. “One lady offered us blankets. It’s been wonderful.” As parents, the most important thing for Leonie and Craig was finding somewhere to live for the

New Local Youth Space Around 20 young people made use of the youth space Tanti 3930 at the Currawong Community Hall on its first night for the year, Tuesday February 17. Run by energetic and friendly youth workers from Mornington Peninsula Youth Services, anyone aged 10-25 is invited to drop in on Tuesdays from 4-6:30pm through until August when the new Mornington Youth Centre is expected to open. There are free snacks, XBox on the projector screen, yoga, table tennis and places to just hang out or to make new friends. The MPYS have also taken over the

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popular ‘Boxing at The Hub’ in Hastings, previously run by the Victoria Police. Every Monday afternoon teenagers aged 12-18 can take part in free boxing classes at the Hastings Community Hub. Personal development has now been incorporated into the class, so this is an opportunity for young people to learn a new skill and build confidence and wellbeing. It was running at full capacity last year and the MPYS is pleased to be able to keep it going with the support of other community groups. Both of these services have been put on in consultation with the wider community and the identified needs of young people. The MPYS ‘Community Champions’ regularly attend local high schools to keep

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kids. But because it was summer and the busy back to school period, most real estate agents had nothing available. The friend who allowed them to move into a fully furnished rental property has done the family a great service. Kate hopes people will head along to the family garden party, on Sunday March 22, and support Leonie and her resilient family. The event, to be held at a beautiful two-acre property in Mt Eliza, will feature rides, roving entertainers, balloon animals, face painting and musicians. Entry is $15 per head, which includes rides. Food and drinks will be available to buy and there will also

be a silent auction and raffle. Bring a picnic blanket, relax and enjoy this fun-filled day. With Leonie being part of the entertainment industry, you can be sure all her wonderful friends will band together to make this a party like no other! All 4 One ‘Garden Party’ Fundraiser Sunday March 22, 10am-2pm 15 Harleston Rd, Mt Eliza For details or to volunteer your time, phone Kate on 0414 737 798 kate@onamissionfundraising. com.au https://www.facebook.com/ All4OneFundraiser

By Penny Ivison up with what is happening and to let the students know what is available to them. Tanti 3930 Drop In Currawong Community Hall 5-17 Currawong Street, Mornington Tuesdays 4-6:30 Ph: 5950 1666 Boxing at the Hub Hastings Community Hub, Hastings Mondays 4-5:30pm Ph: 5950 1666 You can keep up to date with these events and others via web or social media: www.mpys.com.au www.facebook.com/mornpenyouth www.instagram.com/mornpenyouth

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Camerons Blinds & Awnings celebrates success with Bartercard Raising a glass for its 30th birthday, Camerons Blinds and Awnings is toasting more than just three decades in business – saving approximately $10,000 a year in cash with Bartercard has been the icing on the cake. The Carrum Downs manufacturer and retailer said Bartercard has put them on the front foot with customers and ahead with business, attracting new sales and reducing expenses every time. “We keep more cash in our pockets each time we spend on Bartercard, which we put back into creating a better customer experience through improvements to our showroom and our shop-at-home service,” their brand manager Lisa Lees said. She said their success and longevity in the market has been sweet, but hasn’t come without continuous work and finetuning their services to meet their customers’ needs. “When people ask what the biggest challenge has been along the way, I always say it’s being one-step ahead of our customers and having the foresight to know what they will want before they want it,” she said. “Nothing comes without hard work but seeing our business become a household name around Melbourne and Mornington in the last six years has really been the icing on the cake.” From humble beginnings, the family-owned company started out of a garage in 1985, growing its reputation and quality to a two-factory facility quickly. Five and a half years ago, Lisa and her partner bought the business from her father with a heavy focus on expansion since. “Over thirty years we’ve evolved with times, but some things have always stayed the same,” Lisa said. “Service has always been ingrained in the fabric of our business, and we put a lot of effort into creating a flawless experience for our customers from start to finish.” “We’ve always stayed with local suppliers – all of our fabrics and components are made in Australia and assembled in our Carrum Downs factory. “What’s changed is the materials and the fabrics we use for our blinds and awnings, which all contain UV and solar qualities to not only block out but also reflect the sun.” “This makes it not only more efficient in keeping our customers’ homes shaded and cool, but also protects furniture and carpet from UV damage and cuts electricity costs.”

Lisa said the company joined Bartercard 15 years ago and have been attracting new customers and conserving cash on a range of expenses since.

“We use it to cover the cost of stationery, uniforms, office cleaning, car servicing, wine and office equipment, and I also have my eye on a couple of accommodation packages in Vanuatu,” she said. “It’s a fantastic asset we would recommend to any business owner looking to conserve cash and attract new customers.” Visit cameronsblinds.com.au for more information. Alternatively to find out how Bartercard can benefit your business call Bartercard Mornington Peninsula on 03 9773 8177 or 0410 023 453 or visit bartercard.com.au.

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Rosie Batty champions anti-violence ride

FUNdraising dinner with Rosie Batty On average, 27 children are killed each year by a parent, according to figures from the Domestic Violence Resource Centre Victoria. Over the years, hundreds of surviving parents have been forced to confront life without their children. But only one voice has resonated like Rosie Batty’s. Tyabb mum Rosie, whose son Luke was killed by his father at cricket practice in February 2014, was recently named Australian of the Year for her efforts in bringing family violence to the attention of all Australians. Here is your opportunity to contribute to Rosie’s powerful mission to help provide a national solution to the evergrowing issue of family violence. On Saturday April 11, the Ranelagh Club in Mt Eliza is hosting ‘Unite’, a FUNdraising dinner for the Luke Batty Foundation, with special guest speaker Rosie Batty. There will be a stunning three-course dinner, plus live entertainment including band and burlesque show, plus Sarah Gardener performing until late. Tickets for the event, which starts at 7pm, cost $99 per person, or $90 per person if booking a table of 10 or more. To get involved and to help make a difference when it comes to stamping out family and domestic violence, book a table by calling the Ranelagh Catering Company on 9937 1312.

On Saturday March 14, motorcyclists from clubs across the peninsula will ride in solidarity from Frankston to Rosebud to show that they won’t stand for domestic and family violence. The Anti-Domestic Violence/Luke Batty Memorial Ride aims to prove that the community can make a difference when it comes to domestic violence. The ride will take place from Frankston pier carpark and will finish up at the Rosebud Church of Christ, where there will be a reflection, prayers, music and information services available. Australian of the Year and family violence campaigner Rosie Batty, whose son Luke was killed at the hands of his father in Tyabb last year, will address the congregation. There will also be a barbecue, refreshments and custom cars on display. Participants are invited to gather at the Frankston pier carpark from 9am, with the ride leaving at 10.10am for Rosebud Church of Christ, on the corner of Inglewood and Jetty roads. The event is supported by the Ulysses Motorcycle Club, Harley Owners Group Dandenong, Pilgrim Christian Motorcycle Club and Connect Riders Inc. Contact James Taylor on 0407 054 99 or jbt1200@pac.com. au for more details.

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Eduskill Driver Training & Education gives drivers the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to tackle all types of road conditions.

Regardless of the student’s age, background or ability level, the friendly and fully qualified Driving Instructors aim to make the learning process as smooth and non-threatening as possible. Owner Michelle Millard, who is now one of the most highly qualified trainers in the industry, launched Eduskill Driver Training & Education back in 2007 after recognising a need for Driving Instructors who could actually educate their students rather than just supervise. She wanted to provide a level of excellence that was lacking in the industry at the time. Keeping her instructors up to date with the ever-changing road laws and

vehicle technology was paramount for Michelle, but the main area of concern was that the industry did not have enough Driving Instructors that could effectively teach. Today, Eduskill Driver Training & Education, is the Mornington Peninsula’s leading Driving School, setting the benchmark in training standards with an extremely high pass rate of 98%. The patient, compassionate and professional Instructors are dedicated to safety and lifelong, habit forming, skill-based training to set their drivers on the right track. Michelle draws on her previous work

history as a Law Clerk, HR Manager and Workplace Trainer, to strengthen her training, as well as her own personal experiences. Having suffered anxiety conditions associated with driving in her youth, Michelle is exceptionally in tune with her students’ learning ability and can find solutions to even the most complicated student driver problems. She is an expert when dealing with students with learning difficulties or complex medical issues, and all Eduskill Driving Instructors specialise in assisting nervous or anxious drivers. So whether you are starting out, updating your skills, or getting ready to go for your automatic or manual licence, give Michelle and the team a call. They will get you on the road to driving success. Eduskill Driver Training & Education P: 0419 376 926 W: www.eduskill.com.au E: eduskill@hotmail.com

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Dine at chic cafes, seaside eateries, cool bars and boutique pubs. Enjoy award-winning restaurants overlooking vines, lake or sea. Find traditional general stores with a contemporary twist. You can take a tour, or join a class and learn some gourmet secrets direct from our passionate chefs.

You can pick your own cherries and strawberries in summer or indulge in handmade cheeses at a local dairy. Buy crunchy apples, fresh herbs, and other fruits and vegetables from artisan producers. Gourmet food stores sell chocolates, honey, olive oil, fudge, whole hampers of local goodies and so much more.

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It is Megan Luiz’s goal to create a space ﬁlled with beautiful and eclectic pieces that will inspire her customers ‘to create an environment they love for the people they love’. Megan grew up in Durban, South Africa, and the store name comes from special childhood memories spent at her family’s beach cottage which was called ‘Greedilulu’. She gave this name to the business as a way of representing the love and inspiration that those memories carry with them. Greedilulu, opening this month on Mornington’s Blake Street, brings

together an eclectic mix of local and international homewares, textiles and jewellery and will soon begin stocking a fashion range as well. Inspired by her African upbringing, nature and her travels around the world to places like Bali, Egypt, America and Thailand, Megan describes Greedilulu as having a ‘bohemian luxe’ feel, with artisan, handmade and vintage products, all with a unique modern twist. You can ﬁnd such interesting and diverse items as Moroccan wedding blankets, Boucherouite rugs and vintage Berber cushions, African baskets and Bolivian frazadas. “The African spirit is a big part of who I am today as a person, and is something that I would like to share with everyone through the homewares that I have sourced for the store. “I choose

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Progress at Martha Cove Village Locals in the Safety Beach area will have noticed significant construction progress at Retirement Communities Australia’s newest village, Martha Cove Village. However, it is not only the building site that has grown – the population of the village has also! Owned and operated by Retirement Communities Australia (RCA), Martha Cove Village Safety Beach is proving to be a runaway success since construction

commenced last year. Upon completion, the village will comprise 138 two bedroom villas, all of which are freestanding homes featuring study, open living, kitchen and dining areas, storage rooms, two bedrooms and two bathrooms, alfresco courtyards and lock up double garages. A further nine apartments – which are just as spacious as the villas - will occupy the first floor of the clubhouse building. “We have been amazed at the rate of take up at this village,” says RCA managing director, Andrew Philip. “Already we have 30 residents who call Martha Cove Village home - and they are a fantastic group of people!” Mr Philip grew up holidaying on the peninsula, and is clearly enthusiastic about RCA’s newest village and its residents, who have not let grass grow under their feet while waiting for the state-ofthe-art community facility to complete construction. “The residents recently commenced enjoying weekly afternoon teas where new friendships are forming and a sense of community is emerging. I can only imagine the hubbub of activity we can expect when the clubhouse opens in August. They will

have the time of their lives!” The community centre will house a club lounge, dining room, cafe, club bar, arts and craft room, billiards and darts room. For those who enjoy health and wellness activities, a large indoor pool and spa and a fully equipped gymnasium will host a range of health programs. The clubhouse also has consulting rooms for doctors, massage therapists and podiatrist as well a day spa for pampering. Outside, a bowls green is being

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constructed. “I would encourage anyone interested to visit the sales office and view the display villas. Martha Cove is the first of our boutique range of villages, offering wonderful facilities in an intimate setting,” said Andrew Philip. There is still a good selection of villas available. If you would like to see the progress on site, pop into the village sales office (open seven days) and take a tour. The kettle is always on!

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Baany to Waarna Festival at the Briars By Penny Ivison

Harmony Day celebrates Australia’s cultural diversity. It is about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone.

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Mornington Peninsula will have a unique opportunity to celebrate Harmony Day on March 21, at the second annual Baany to Waarna (Water to Water) Festival at The Briars, Mount Martha. This indigenous music and cultural festival is about bringing indigenous and non-indigenous Australians together to have fun. Crosscultural music, art, dance and food is showcased and there are lots of interactive activities for kids. This year, Baany to Waarna also coincides with the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and Cultural Diversity Week. Celebrating these days and the theme of human rights in general is part of what gives this festival the positive atmosphere that many say makes this event. Returning this year will be the Indigenous Hip Hop Projects who were a definite crowd favourite in 2014. IHHP Are a group of professional dancers and hip hop artists who travel to indigenous communities all around Australia teaching hip hop workshops to kids. The workshops give these kids a safe space to express themselves and IHHP engages with over 55

communities annually with their week long workshops. If you would like to unleash your inner Nicki Minaj (the G-rated version) then this is your moment. The dance workshops by Rheannan Port will be back this year too. A previous member of the Bangarra Dance Theatre, Rheannan has performed all over the world and worked with the Australian ballet and in the Sydney 2000 opening and closing ceremonies. She will perform with participating children after the workshops, so sign up early for these. Nola Lauch, the popular Rosebud singer and niece of Archie Roach will be another highlight, as will voice of

the stolen generation Kutcha Edwards. He describes his work as, “Music is not what I do, it is who I am. My songs may be contemporary but they are over 40,000 years old. They come through me from my ancestors and my people and they tell the stories of what happens in a country where the first peoples are subject to invasion, genocide, segregation, assimilation and their children are stolen. My music continues the tracks of my songline.” Baany to Waarna - Water to Water Festival, Saturday March 21 The Briars, Mount Martha Tickets and more info at www.watertowater.org.au

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International Women’s Day Celebrate the achievements of women across the world by taking part in an International Women’s Day event hosted by Mornington Peninsula Shire. Held at the council chambers in Mornington from 10am on March 6, the event titled ‘Work Empowers Women’ will commence with a panel discussion on how to turn your hobby into a social enterprise, and will also feature a range of workshops hosted by SisterWorks, including Burundi basket weaving, Henna hand painting, Chilean necklace making and Iranian hair braiding. Bookings essential to spcd.admin@mornpen.vic.gov.au

Mornington Cup is on again! For Mama With Love x recently held its first fundraiser, an exclusive screening of the Reese Witherspoon film ‘The Good Lie’ at Mornington Cinema.

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The Sportingbet Mornington Cup is our region’s premier race day, attracting thousands of visitors from all over Victoria. This year, the event is being held on a Saturday for the first time ever. Head to the Mornington Racecourse on Saturday March 28 for some top notch racing action, plus the fabulous Bayside Fashions on the Field competition. Tickets cost $20 for adults and $12 concession, Mornington Racecourse is at 320 Racecourse Rd, Mornington.

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They’re doing it across the world; in Ireland, the States and Canada, Switzerland and Japan. There’s an annual international festival in Russia because of it, and on the tiny island of Montserrat in the Caribbean which was founded by Irish refugees, there’s a public holiday to commemorate it. So what’s all the fuss about? Saint Patrick. Every year on March the 17 the world goes green. People of all backgrounds - whether Irish or not - slip on their shamrocks (Ireland’s National Flower), garb up in green and hit the streets in the millions. There are celebrations across Ireland and Britain and in Australia too, and the pints of Guinness guzzled around the world rises to around thirteen million! Saint Patrick’s Day, or the

Feast of Saint Patrick, is both a cultural and religious celebration that marks the death of the patron saint of Ireland (Saint Patrick) who was born in the fourth century. Saint Patrick ‘found God’ himself his father was a Deacon and grandfather was a priest in the Christian church - while working as a shepherd in Gaelic Ireland. (He had apparently been kidnapped by Irish Raiders and taken there.) He returned to Roman Britain later to become a priest and then went back to Ireland to convert the pagan Irish to Christianity using the

shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity. Since his death, the legends around him have made him one of Ireland’s most notable saints. The Irish were among the first Europeans to settle in Australia, so Saint Patrick’s Day and all that goes along with it – think green, gold, shamrocks, luck, good times and Guinness – is a big part of Aussie tradition. For a touch of the Irish this March, check out The Heartstring Quartet at the Frankston Arts Centre or stop in for a Guinness at Irish bar Flanagan’s at the Pier Hotel. In Mornington you’ll find the Grand’s Sports Bar sporting green, gold and Guinness, and The Pig and Whistle in Main Ridge will be serving great Irish tucker with plenty of Irish stout to go about. Cheers to that! by Liz Rogers

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Style tips from the peninsula’s best With autumn here and winter approaching, it’s time to re-evaluate your style and see what the latest trends are and how to adapt them into your everyday wardrobe. This season it is all about clean lines, wild influences, capes, furs and colour, says style guru Beckie from Miss Velvet in Frankston. “The hottest hues this autumn-winter are warm earthy tones, including black, with pops of khaki, steel and cerise (plum/pink),” Beckie says. “Fashionable prints are now a mixture of bolds and pastels all blended together with snakeskin strong in pants and capes. “The roar of leopard skin has not been forgotten this season,” she insists. “The latest look is to mix it with metallics for a fresh on-trend appearance.” The quilted biker jacket is making a strong presence in blues and tans, Beckie advises, and she encourages teaming this hot ticket item up with your favourite denim jeans or a boho maxi skirt, for a more folky-style look. “The cosy-shaped knit is going to be a hit with twists of edginess. Tight knit weaves are being seen with embellishments of zips,

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buttons and leather trimmings.” Changing tack slightly, at Fiona’s of Mornington the dominant colours of the season are fabulous shades of burgundy, raspberry and red, mixed in with cerise, dusty and soft pink. In the darker tones, navy is back, and through a lot of the ranges this is mixed with black, says owner Erica Macpherson. The softer shades of blue are also featured. “These colours are represented in the Italian ranges of Twinset, Pianura Studio and Liu Jo, so are fashion forward for Australia. “The fabrics are amazing and again this season neoprene and leather is across all ranges. “In the Jean Paul Gaultier exhibition just shown at the Melbourne Arts Centre, it was interesting to see that neoprene was featured in many of his early collections.” Erica says the Mela Purdie range at Fiona’s, Clothes that Travel With You, is a great collection for all the lucky holidaymakers staying here, or for those simply dreaming of their next getaway.

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THE HEALING LUXURIES OF SURIYA LOTUS SPA

Suriya Lotus Spa, located on the ground floor of 211 Main Street, is Mornington’s premier Thai luxury spa where the therapies are based on the ancient Thai and Aryurvedic Healing Principles.

The spa offers a variety of healing body and pampering beauty treatments from the famous traditional Thai massage to rejuvenating body scrubs or the famous Thai gold facial therapy. A variety of different traditional Thai massages are used to treat numerous common physical illnesses and can also help ease certain mental issues. It is often forgotten how effective regular therapeutic massage can be and we find ourselves seeking relief through expensive medication rather than looking for natural methods to help us overcome our disease. If you have headaches, migraines; back, shoulder and neck pain, sciatica, indigestion, constipation, irritable bowel, bladder problems, enlarged prostate , RSI, tennis elbow, Fibromyalgia, hormonal imbalance and its associated symptoms, pregnancy pain and stress, respiratory problems, coughing, post surgery muscle and nerve pain, arthritis, gout, ichy - dry skin, stress, depression, and bipolar, or just tired and sore feet, then massage may bring about relief and trigger your inner healing process. The staff at Suriya have many years experience and will use methods such as

the famous Thai stretching massage and herbal compress to relax and unwind you. The spa also offers a pampering, soothing ‘after sun’ massage using cooling organic crèmes. The spa special this month is a relaxing full body oil massage for just $60. The new addition to the menu is the detox foot spa. Whatever the treatment, whether it be a relaxation or deep-tissue massage or a skin rejuvenation or a facial you will find yourself submerged in the mood and sounds of Thailand as you unwind in the luxury surroundings, leaving you with a deeper sense of calm and wellbeing. The walls of the spa are graced with the fine art photography of internationally acclaimed and multi award winning artist Visuddhacara Philip Ayres. Philip’s works hang in numerous collections around the world making it a ‘must see exhibition’ when visiting Mornington or his gallery Hastings Street, Noosa. Suriya Lotus Spa & Nissarana Galleries A: 3 Ground Floor, 211 Main St, Mornington P: 5973 4999 E: info@suriyalotusspa.com Web: www.suriyalotusspa.com Gallery web: www.philipayres.com

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Hanks Orthodontics is a modern, progressive orthodontic practice conveniently located in the heart of Mount Eliza. Having our office located in the heart of Mount Eliza village means more to us than just making orthodontic treatment more available and easily accessible to adults and children who live, work, or study in Mount Eliza. It also means supporting the village and the wider community. We have elected to support Redkite as our nominated charity for 2015. Redkite is the Australian cancer charity providing essential support to children and young people (0–24 years) with cancer, and their families and support networks. The team at Hanks Orthodontics will be undertaking events during the year to raise money for this important cause, and we hope that if you see us wearing our Redkite tops, you will offer us your support. www.redkite.org.au

At Hanks Orthodontics, we strive to provide patients with the perfect smile that’s both

functional, and aesthetically pleasing. Dr Paul Hanks provides personalised orthodontic treatment and care to patients of all ages. Paul treats all his patients personally; you are not just looked at then handed over to a hygienist. He has a handson approach, custom bends his own wires, and fits all of his own appliances. This ensures that all his patients receive the best care and achieve the best smile possible. Before treatment even starts, you will know what method is best for you and how the process will work, along with the associated costs. You will never end up with any surprises along the way or any missed expectations. We have payment options that will help you get that smile you have dreamed of. We know that there is a strong connection between your smile and how you feel about yourself. In our open and friendly environment, our team celebrates each and every ‘smile moment’. We are passionate about making your orthodontic experience rewarding and enjoyable. Let us help you get the healthy, beautiful smile you’ve always wanted.

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MT ELIZA BEAUTY THE NEXT GENERATION After being at the helm of Mt Eliza Beauty Therapy for over 32 years, Susan Verheyen has made the wise and timely decision to introduce her NEW management team of Suzie Phillips and Lisa Lazzarotto. Both Suzie and Lisa have been working with Sue at Mt Eliza Beauty Therapy for almost 19 years, leaving to raise children at times, but always returning to put their excellent skills back into practise and, of course, to continue their training. Although Susan Verheyen will be hands-on with training updated facial and skin techniques, Suzie and Lisa will be managing the salon, making changes, improving features, using their advanced techniques and overseeing staff management. Sue will continue working in their allied Medical Centre at 5 Old Mornington Road, performing laser, IPL and hi-tech skin peels, pigment and acne skin treatments. Dr. Romero and his team (Lara and Kay) are well-known for having more than a decade worth of experience in injectable treatments with Botox and fillers, and continue to support this advanced anti-ageing clinic. They are joined by Paul Hedger, well-known leading physiotherapist in Mt Eliza who has been with them for over five years. For more than four years, Sue has been running busily between both businesses, at Old Mornington Road and simultaneously - with the help of her staff maintaining the high standards of Mt Eliza Beauty. Adelle joins Sue at 5 Old Mornington Road, treating clients, with her many years experience, in IPL and skin peels, but also sharing hours with her team at Mt Eliza Beauty. No, the clients of Mt Eliza Beauty are not losing Adelle, just sharing her! Mt Eliza Beauty is renowned as the leading facial and skin care clinic on the peninsula, with high standards in facials, skin care, waxing, manicures, pedicures and shellac services. Suzie Phillips is very highly regarded for her many years experience in electrolysis, and Lisa stands out with her clients for her facials and waxing skills.

As many Mt Eliza clients will know, Jaz left four months ago to have her baby (a beautiful girl named Willow) but has returned on Fridays and is hoping to gradually increase her hours. The excellent skills of Jamie must also be mentioned. After joining the team only a year ago, Jamie has become an integral team member and her strong skillset has brought another dimension to the continuing high service of the clinic. The staff have also welcomed newcomer Brooke, who is assisting the team on a part-time basis. “These are progressive and changing times at Mt Eliza Beauty Therapy, located at 32a Mt Eliza Way, and an exciting time for updated treatments, skills and attention to the many clients, both loyal and new to Mt Eliza Beauty,” Sue says. “The industry is changing rapidly, so there is a strong need to be implementing new ideas and management styles, along with continued training.” Sue Verheyen has always taught her team to take nothing for granted. That a simple eyebrow wax is an art, and a service. Attention to detail is what defines you as a technician. “You are not simply applying wax,” says Sue. “You are creating something, and caring for your client’s needs.” This philosophy is the basis for all procedures at Mt Eliza Beauty Therapy. For over 32 years, Mt Eliza Beauty Therapy has been known for its excellent reputation in the field, with Sue and staff continually training both here and overseas, searching for what is new, what works and delivering the very latest in trends and treatments. Support this exciting future for the business by phoning 9787 7475 to make your appointment. This excellent team of beauty therapists share one goal – to provide old-fashioned service coupled with the latest techniques and high level skills, which leads to happy clients. Sue Verheyen wants to thank all the clients who have supported the clinic for over 32 years and is certain they will continue to enjoy the advancement Mt Eliza Beauty Therapy brings to the local beauty industry.

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Mt Eliza Beauty Therapy Advanced Skin & Laser Clinic • Needling (Dermal Roller) • Facials - Oxygen • Microdermabrasion • Electrolysis • Manicure - Pedicure • Shellac • Waxing

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Traction eyewear hand made in France just for you.

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KitchenAid 3-Piece Pasta Roller & Cutter Set $285.95

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Vince La Rocca Professional Eyecare 34 Wells Street, Frankston P: 9783 9920

Upholstered bedheads from “Elite Bedheads & Reupholstery” prices starting from $600

Akari light sculptures by Isamu Noguchi exclusive to Made in Japan.

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health & beauty Have a tattoo you no longer admire? Tattoo removals are becoming increasingly common as perhaps a relationship has broken down, tattoos may be misspelled or unsuitable for the new workplace. Many people decide to ‘get ink’ without realising the issues and permanence. Thankfully at Peaches & Cream our highly qualified clinicians can remove tattoos using a medical grade Q-Switched ND Yag laser. Q-Switching creates a pulsed laser beam of higher peak power which creates a photomechanical effect on skin pigmentation as well as tattoo ink and pigments. The pulsed laser safely fragments the pigments so small that they can be metabolized by the lymphatic system or can be egested out of the body. Then the pigments will be removed. The number of sessions will depend on several factors, the age of the tattoo, the MARCH 2015 (41)

size and colour and most importantly, the components of the ink used. Each session will take approximately 15 minutes where a topical anaesthetic is applied beforehand to alleviate any discomfort. Peaches & Cream is a longstanding business on the Mornington Peninsula and it prides itself on specialising in all facets of cosmetic tattooing as well as the more recent skill of eyebrow embroidery. Added to its repertoire are hair, nails, waxing, ipl/laser hair removal treatments as well as teeth whitening and tanning. So whether you are after a no fuss tattoo removal or a relaxing massage to pamper yourself….Peaches & Cream’s highly qualified team will take good care of you, leaving your skin smooth and creamy. Now that’s peachy. Peaches & Cream Hair and Beauty Salon A: Suite 7/145 Salmon Street, Hastings T: 03 5979 2922 W: www.peachescream.com.au www.mpmag.com.au

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Dr Rick Wolfe

A specialist in laser cataract surgery Sophisticated technology needs expert skills and Dr Rick Wolfe is one of Australia’s most accomplished and experienced eye surgeons. Dr Wolfe is internationally recognised and is regularly asked to speak and present his own statistics as well as conduct live surgery at world eye surgery conferences. Dr Wolfe has been an ophthalmic surgeon for over 20 years and has been one of the pioneers in laser eye surgery since it began in Melbourne in 1991. As an ADF Reservist of 32 years and Lieutenant Commander RANR, Dr Wolfe understands the visual needs and concerns of servicemen and women. In his role on the ADF Consultative Committee on Ophthalmology, he was a principal adviser to the ADF’s policy on laser eye surgery.

What are the advantages of Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery? Peninsula Eye Centre: Peninsula Eye Centre has been caring for the Mornington Peninsula for over 20 years, providing: • General ophthalmic examinations • Advanced micro-incision cataract surgery • Glaucoma diagnosis and management • Diabetes Eye Assessment • Full retinal services, including angiography and retinal laser • Post-operative appointments for laser eye surgery The team of doctors include Dr Rick Wolfe, Dr Douglas P. Reinehr, Dr Ed Roufail and Assoc Prof Justin O’Day.

About Laser Cataract Surgery: Dr Rick Wolfe continues to spearhead the advancement of cataract surgery. He was one of the pioneers of modern ultrasonic cataract surgery in Australia when it was almost unknown here, and has taught the procedure to many ophthalmologists in Australia and overseas. Now, he is one of the first ophthalmologists in Victoria to use the exciting new blade-free cataract surgery. This state of-the-art-technology creates incisions using a laser, increasing the precision and accuracy over the traditional manual technique.

• A bladeless procedure. • M ore precise incisions, creating more reproducible results with regard to astigmatism • A perfectly shaped and centred lens opening leading to more accurate lens positioning and better visual results. • A gentler procedure due to less manipulation of the eye, and less thermal energy being generated in the eye. The procedure can correct for near-sightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism, depending on your prescription. Dr Rick Wolfe is one of the few surgeons in Victoria performing Laser Cataract Surgery.

New Advancement: Laser Cataract Surgery Dr Rick Wolfe brings advanced Laser Cataract Surgery to the Peninsula. Rather than the traditional manual technique, this procedure uses a computer-guided laser in the first steps of cataract surgery, which increases precision and accuracy. Dr Wolfe is one of the few surgeons in Victoria performing this latest advancement. Call us to book a consultation or to find out more

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This month at Amicus Hair and Beauty, it is all about fresh, youthful looking skin. Step inside this popular Mornington salon and let the team of beauty professionals turn back the clock, helping you to look (and feel) years younger. AVEDA facials are internationally renowned for their amazing results using ingredients from nature and relaxing holistic rituals. Stop in for a free consultation or book in for a relaxing 60 or 90 minute AVEDA facial during the month of March and you will receive an incredible 50% OFF YOUR TREATMENT! Amicus is the only AVEDA salon in Mornington, stocking a full range of AVEDA skincare products, including the new Beautifying & Botanical Kinetics ranges, plus AVEDA haircare products, massage oils and lifestyle products, all made with natural plant and mineral extracts. You will love AVEDA. As if that wasn’t reason enough to visit, Amicus is now also doing antiwrinkle injections and dermal fillers. Mother and daughter Estelle and Alex, trading as Juvenil Essence, have joined the team of friendly and experienced hair and beauty staff at Amicus. Estelle and Alex are qualified cosmetic

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advancing industry,” Estelle says. Daughter Alex adds: “We provide a professional, confidential consultation and assessment, where we spend time with each client to thoroughly inform and educate them. As a special introductory offer for all clients, Juvenil Essence has reduced the price of all treatments for the month of March. “We give a natural approach in using antiwrinkle injections to soften lines and enhance facial features. You will be surprised at how using these products can freshen up tired-looking skin and can be used in the prevention of lines forming.” Want to learn more? Estelle and Alex welcome you to book in for a FREE no obligation consultation. These wonderful new treatments complement the fabulous skin care, massage, makeup, haircare, manicures and lash extension services already offered at Amicus, so there really is no need to look elsewhere when it comes to your individual beauty needs. nurses with the expertise to help rejuvenate and revitalise your skin. Anti-wrinkle injections can assist in softening crows’ feet, forehead creases and frown lines, while dermal fillers can help give you fuller and more luscious-looking lips.

Estelle says not only are the treatments great for the more mature-aged woman, but can also aid in the prevention of fine lines and wrinkles for those in their 20s. “We are continually attending professional development seminars to update our knowledge when it comes to techniques and products in this ever-changing and

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your stars March Aries

This month sees you assert yourself. Aries are rarely ones to take a back seat and now you are more ready than ever to pursue your own agenda. You may spend some time plotting your next move behind the scenes. Meditation and contemplation help you stay on track.

Taurus

Relationship issues are on the boil this month. Either something on your mind or your partner’s, if you have one, is likely to be playing a prominent role right now. Once you have dealt with this all is well. You are easily able to distract yourself by socialising with like-minded people.

Gemini

March sees you shine in your professional life. You can focus on getting ahead in your chosen field, promoting your ideas and cultivating your connections with influential people. You may receive positive recognition for your contributions at work. Connections with other cultures, religion, the law or foreign trade may feature this month.

Cancer

This is the ideal time to note how you really feel about all aspects of your life, and particularly about your own health and happiness. You need to incorporate anything that helps you rise above your personal feelings and see the bigger picture. Brooding does not help, but inspirational activities and people do.

by Stephanie Johnson Stephanie is an experienced Astrologer and regular contributor to Mornington Peninsula Magazine. For more info go to seeingwithstars.net or ph: 0411 2555 77

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March is a month of transition for the Leos of the Zodiac. This month sees you dwell on a project or event, which is likely to bring changes into your life. You have the opportunity to study, write and teach if these things appeal. Otherwise you need to decide what brings you the most joy and spread your wings and fly. Other people take precedence during March. If you are in a committed relationship then you are likely to be focused on your partner’s life in some way, shape or form. If you are single then perhaps you are considering a serious commitment. Otherwise a significant friend or family member may be requiring your attention.

Libra

Librans love balance and harmony. You are so adept at pleasing everyone else and your talents in this area are likely to be tested during March. Health and wellbeing, daily chores and pets all feature. This is your month to dig deep, look after others to the best of your ability, hold your tongue and to recognise your own limits.

Scorpio

It is time to look after your own health and wellbeing. This is the ideal month to take up a sport or any activity that helps get your blood pumping. Even a daily walk helps keep you on an even keel. Otherwise you are likely to feel restless or frustrated and prone to rash behaviour.

Like last month, the serious planet Saturn continues to wend its way through your Zodiac Sign indicating that it is still time for you to think and act more seriously than usual. You continue to have the chance to contemplate the past, make adjustments in the present and plan for the future. March 2015 is a month during which your creative ideas flow again. Like last month you are juggling your income versus expenditure but luckily some of your past investment are proving fruitful and you are well able to hold all of the financial balls in the air.

Aquarius

“Unless commitment is made, there are only promises and hopes... but no plans.” So says prominent management consultant Peter Drucker. This is your month to turn your promises and hopes into commitment and firm plans. You may make a commitment to your professional life or to a life plan with another person.

Pisces

It is time to focus on your health and happiness. If you are unwell or unhappy, then those around you are likely to be affected. Therefore you can be assured that others benefit when you are looking after your own wellbeing. Positive eating habits, exercise and workplace relations all boost your outlook this month.

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An Essential Guide How many purchases can lay claim to being worn by the bride every day for the rest of her life? A bit like the relationship itself, there should be no rushing into buying an engagement ring. It pays to invest a little time so that any decision made today stands the test of time! So first things first, are you going to go it alone and buy the ring on your own or involve your future bride in the decision-making? We can offer you no instruction manual on what is right or wrong. What is right for one relationship may not be right for another. Best advice is to use your instinct. Some brides very much want to be involved whereas others may be looking to be swept off her feet with a surprise proposal. If you choose to buy the ring together, then you will undoubtedly find various aspects much easier such as getting the ring size right. But what about budget? Sometimes there is mutual understanding of fiscal restraints while other times there can be a very broad difference in expectations! So before setting a budget it might pay to walk into a few jewellery stores to get an idea of what things cost. A groom with a $500 budget might be a little shocked to discover that it won’t fund much of his bride’s expectation of a 1 carat diamond ring. If you choose to go it alone, then good for you. Proposing to your partner with a pre-chosen engagement ring is one of the most romantic things you can ever do. My advice though, for most guys, is to keep it simple. Concentrate on the diamond and less on the ring design. The bulk of your budget is spent on the diamond yet all too often the design is the main focus. Fashions change or she may not even like your chosen design. A stunning diamond can always be reset into something else later. A terrible diamond will always be a terrible diamond. So, down to the business end. You walk into a store and all of a sudden you become overcome with the sheer quantity of bling on offer. So where to start? Well it’s best to decide from the onset the size and shape of the diamond you are after. The process will become considerably easier from that point on. Expert advice will always suggest that you rely on your eyes when determining the beauty of a diamond and not just on the price. Want to save some money? Nothing beats tracking down a genuine diamond wholesaler willing to sell direct to the public. One such company locally is Diamond Coco in Mornington. The second thing you can consider is recycling any old gold you may have and using that for the ring. Lastly, look about for any second hand or estate pieces. For the best local tip on getting the best price and advice then contact Anthony Hansen at Diamond Coco on 1300 230 430. Diamond Coco is a diamond wholesaler located at Suite 6, 38A Main Street, Mornington. By appointment. MARCH 2015 (41)

Welcome to Studio Hairdressing Academy, two generations of passionate hairdressers who have created a unique learning environment for the hairdressers of the future. Studio Hairdressing Academy provides excellent training on the Mornington Peninsula with professional educators who are extremely experienced and recognised in all aspects of hairdressing and training. Studio Hairdressing Academy offers 15 month fully funded traineeships (full time) and partially funded scholarships (part time). They have been educating and producing high quality hairdressers with good work ethics, up-to-the-minute hairdressing skills and knowledge leading to past trainees being in high demand in the hairdressing industry. This professional academy and staff provide a ‘family’ atmosphere where students come to be educated in the fine arts and skills of the hairdressing industry. These skills are then experienced by valued clients in the modern onsite salon. If you are a person who is dedicated, focused, self motivated, able to follow instructions and passionate about a career in hairdressing, then Studio Hairdressing Academy… is just the beginning.

STUDIO HAIR CULTURE MAD MARCH OFFER During March book on Tuesday or Fridays with our experienced Studio Stylist for a Colour & Blow wave and receive a Free CUT! Shop 1, 13-15 Thompson Street, Frankston Phone: 9770 2808

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Saya welcomes new makeup artist Planning on styling it up at the Mornington Cup, stepping out on St Patrick’s Day or wanting to look your best for a March wedding? Look no further than Saya Beaute Bar in Somerville. Not only do the highly trained staff at Saya offer professional tanning and soothing facials, they have now also welcomed a friendly and talented makeup artist to the fold. Lianna (pictured) completed a diploma of specialist makeup services from the Academy of Makeup and can not only create flawlessly natural looks for a range of formal and semiformal events, she is also an expert when it comes to special effects makeup. Book in to have your makeup done with Lianna and look effortlessly glamorous for that upcoming wedding, party, race day, or any other occasion on your social calendar. Lianna works exclusively with Saya’s extensive range of Youngblood mineral cosmetics, which are completely paraben,

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features, book a makeup trial at the salon (cost $60). Saya also offer a range of waxing services for men and women, eyelash and brow tinting, manicures, pedicures, massage and body treatments. Step inside this sensational Somerville salon and experience the essence of relaxation. Saya Beaute Bar A: Shop 2/10 Eramosa Road East, Somerville T: 5977 6790 Facebook: Saya Beaute’ Bar

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Yellow Butterfly in Dromana is proud to be the only Australian store stocking the uber-stylish US fashion label Weston. Made in San Francisco, Julienne Westonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exclusive label embodies feminine chic and features light fabrics with beautiful European prints. Weston is carried by fine boutiques across the world. The Obama girls have even been photographed wearing this elegant label. At Yellow Butterfly, new Weston stock is arriving every two months direct from San Francisco, offering the latest looks from the US catwalks and beyond. You will find an eclectic mix of designs that range from casual to special occasion wear, including effortlessly stylish casual tops to striking printed dresses, all at affordable prices. Coming soon is an exciting range of new stock, so Yellow Butterfly needs to make space and is currently having a massive end of season sale! They are now offering 20% OFF the original retail price on all items from the non-current range of Weston SF, as well as other fabulous brands Julia Hill, Tolani, Swak, Humidity, Cartel & Willow and Antica Sartoria, which hails from the beautiful Amalfi Coast in Italy. Get in quick before these beautiful pieces disappear from the racks! Yellow Butterfly is one of the peninsulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique style hotspots, offering an extensive range of exquisite homewares, textiles, jewellery and accessories. You can find charming items from around the world, including Danish Hubsch homewares that combine pastel tones with rough and raw materials like wood and metal. Devoted to all things aesthetic, all products are handpicked for their outstanding quality. Stop by today and view the wonderful range yourself. Yellow Butterfly 21 Pier Street, Dromana www.yellowbutterfly.com.au

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Toorak College Carnival this month! Head along to the Toorak College Carnival on Friday March 20 for a night of fun and entertainment for all ages! Hosted in the school grounds by the Toorak College Parents’ and Friends’ Association, there will be something for everyone and all are invited! Entry for the event, which runs from 4pm–8.30pm, is by gold coin donation. Visit the wonderful market showcasing local wares and stallholders from the St Kilda market. Tantalise your tastebuds with a variety of food such as tacos and nachos, paella, kransky sausages, dim sims and seafood and chips! Delicious ice cream and sensational coffee will also be available. Adults are welcome to visit the wine garden where top quality white, red and sparkling wines and refreshing ale will be served. Finally, a magnificent fireworks display will complete the evening. There are two choices of bands for UNLIMITED rides. ‘Carnival’ tickets for younger riders. (Does not include rides on The Cyclone, The Cha Cha and The Hurricane) are $30 pre-purchased or $35 on the day

‘Thriller’ tickets includes ALL rides and are $35 pre-purchased or $40 on the day Dodgem Cars, Giant Kiddiepillar, ChairO-Plane, Jungle Adventure, Cup and Saucer, Cyclone/Spin Out, Atomic Drop Slide, The Cha Cha and The Hurricane Individual ride tickets may be purchased and will range in price from $3 to $8 Between food and rides, the older teens can relax and catch up with friends at the ‘chill zone’ set up by The Sugar Shack. The little ones won’t be forgotten with interactive activities for them too. You can pre purchase unlimited ride tickets at the Bendigo Bank branches in Mt Martha and Mt Eliza, or through www. trybooking.com/GMFM, and then collect your wristbands at the gate on the day with your Trybooking receipt. Onsite parking will be organised by the local CFA for a gold coin donation. The Parents’ and Friends’ would like to thank the sponsors: Bendigo Bank Mt Eliza and Mt Martha, Sugar Shack, Fine Wine Merchants and Big Bang Media-Mornington Peninsula Magazine. The Toorak College community looks forward to seeing you at this fantastic family event. For enquiries call the community office on 9788 7200.

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Dromana College is a school which allows students to develop and fulfil their potential. An exceptional academic learning environment is built on offering a range of diverse learning experiences. With outstanding facilities, a committed professional staff and a caring school community, students are challenged to explore their interests and use their talents to achieve their best.

Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Personal Best

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Wednesday 22 April 2015 at 7:00pm A high performing provider of education on the Mornington Peninsula • Outstanding VCE results; consistently the highest performing local school • Single gender classes for the core subjects of Mathematics and English • Select entry academic enhancement program (LEAP) • Comprehensive Digital Learning Program including Laptop and iPad • Purpose built Language Centre auspice by RMIT University • Accredited International School • Performing Arts Centre, Design Centre • International Sister Schools Program and study tours • Elite coaching programs including Basketball and Cycling • Instrumental music tuition including voice, piano and brass • Monash University Mentoring Program • Diverse and engaging extra curricula events • High expectations of all students • A clear and consistent code of conduct for all students • A uniform policy that we insist upon as part of your commitment to you

Lessons come from the journey . . . not the destination For further information and personalised tours please contact the college Address: 110 Harrisons Road Dromana 3936 (entry via Old White Hill Road) Phone: 03 5987 2805 | Website: www.dsc.vic.edu.au | Email: dromana.sc@edumail.vic.gov.au

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SPEED DATING WITH ART

Love one another and care for our planet

Parade to launch Easter Aboriginal art exhibition “What’s an Art Parade?” is the question that curators Susan McCulloch and Emily McCulloch Childs of Whistlewood in Shoreham are most often asked when people spot this unusual name on one of their invitations. “It’s part art lecture and part theatrical event,” says Susan McCulloch, “and is a unique concept for presenting art that we created for an Indigenous fundraising exhibition, in which we had limited display space.” Paintings, carvings, ochres and bark artworks are categorised into regions or themes in an illustrated catalogue for the audience, says McCulloch. “A number hang on the walls while others are ‘paraded’ by a team of assistants who hold each work up for the audience as I give a commentary on the works,” she says. In this way more than 80 works can be presented in about 50 minutes – dubbed by one commentator as ‘speed dating with art’. “It’s a great way to see a wide range of Aboriginal work and be informed about the art and artists in a lively way,” says McCulloch. “Our exhibitions are very

much linked to our book – McCulloch’s Contemporary Aboriginal Art: the complete guide that details the styles and media of today’s Aboriginal art from all regions.” The Art Parade opens Whistlewood’s Autumn Salon exhibition held over the Easter weekend and will feature the work of more than 30 art producing communities from around Australia. Featured are brilliantly-hued acrylics from the latest talents of the APY Lands, Utopia, Central and Western Desert regions and the Pilbara, barks and sculptures from Arnhem Land with ochres from the Kimberley and Tiwi Islands. Autumn Salon + Art Parade @ Easter Whistlewood, 642 Tucks Road, Shoreham. Art Parade: Easter Saturday April 4, 2.30 pm. Free event. Limited seating & bookings essential. Bookings online: mccullochart@ eventbrite.com.au or T 59 898282 or whistlewood@mccullochandmcculloch. com.au Salon dates: Easter Sunday & Monday April 5 & 6, 11am-4.30 pm. Pictured: Maringka Burton, Caterpillar Dreaming, 100 x 140 cm.

By Penny Ivison Merricks General Wine Store was the place to be on Saturday February 7, for the launch of lawyer-turned-artist Gee Ryan’s first solo exhibition. Over 100 people happily squeezed into the gallery adjoining the General Store to hear an engaging talk from Gee, before the place was a flurry of excitement as red stickers were popping up and the local wine was poured. Those who had RSVP’d to the event were then treated to a sit down lunch for 90, proving that not only is Gee Ryan a talented artist and local environmentalist but he also knows how to throw a great party. Gee wants people to feel happy when they connect to his work and most would agree that he has achieved this with his vivid and striking paintings centred around the theme of ‘Love one another and care for our planet.’ One of his works, the ‘Love One Another Basin’ is on display above the fireplace in the General Wine Store currently and it is able to lift the energy of the space while still giving off a sense of beauty and calm. It is easy to see why Gee Ryan has art collectors snapping up his paintings and his work is adorning the walls of some of the top law firms of Melbourne. Gee Ryan was international partner at law firm King & Wood Mallesons, but retired in 2003 at the peak of his career because he wanted to paint and explore his love of science in the surrounds of the Mornington Peninsula, another of his great loves. He knows firsthand that a career in law leaves you little time for anything else and for this reason he would

love to see his paintings in more law firms. Creating engaging work spaces is a small thing firms can do to improve the wellbeing of staff working extreme hours and under great pressure. This is the first time the work of Gee Ryan has been on display to the public and it is definitely worth a look. Small prints are available from $485 and the paintings range from $1500-$7500. Gee Ryan Exhibition ‘Love one another and care for our planet.’ Merricks General Wine Store and Gallery 3460 Frankston Flinders Rd Merricks Until March 23 Gallery open daily 9am -5pm

Autumn Salon & Art Parade Easter | April 4-6 An exhibition of new Aboriginal art from around Australia. Featuring a unique Art Parade viewing with informative commentary on 70+ works.

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Art Parade: Saturday April 4, 2.30pm Free event: Places limited and bookings essential Book online: mccullochart.eventbrite.com.au

Salon dates: Easter Sun & Mon April 5 & 6, 11am - 4.30pm

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A Sculptural Exhibition by Nancy Keith

Pictured above: A Lady With A Cat

Movement and Tangibility Movement andMount Tangibility Manyung Gallery Eliza Movement and Tangibility Manyung Gallery Mount Eliza Manyung Gallery Mount Eliza

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Tranquillity Tranquillity A Sculptural Exhibition by Nancy Keith Tranquillity A Sculptural Exhibition by Nancy Keith

Exhibition launches The March exhibition at Manyung Gallery Mount Eliza Exhibition launches Saturday 7th March, 12pm The March exhibition at Manyung Gallery Mount Eliza explores the physical strength in contemporary art through Exhibition launches The March exhibition at Manyung Gallery Mount Eliza Saturday 7th March, 12pm explores the physical strength in contemporary art through both the movement of the artwork and thus the Nancy Keith’s new12pm show Saturday 7th March, explores the physical strength in contemporary art through both the of the andofthus the movement of movement the spectator. Theartwork tangibility art is further Nancy Keith’s show ‘Tranquillity’ is anew reminder both the movement of the artwork and thus the Nancy Keith’s new show movement of the spectator. The tangibility of art is further explored by asking audiences to not fear the fragility of art, ‘Tranquillity’ is aan reminder that art can be offering movement of the spectator. The tangibility of art is further ‘Tranquillity’ is a reminder explored by asking to not the fragility of art, but rather touch,audiences feel and see thefear three-dimensional, that art cancontemplation be an offering explored of peace, by asking audiences to not fear the fragility of art, that art can be an offering but rather touch, feel and see the three-dimensional, contemporary forms. of peace, contemplation and reflection to people but rather touch, feel and see the three-dimensional, of peace, contemplation contemporary forms. andeverywhere. reflection toInpeople this contemporary forms.Charles Wilcox and reflection to people everywhere. thistried exhibition, NancyInhas Charles Wilcox everywhere. In this Charles Wilcox exhibition, Nancy tried to capture somehas of the exhibition, Nancy has tried to capture of theof beauty and some elegance to capture some of the beauty and elegance of form. beauty and elegance of form. form. Nancy first exhibited with Nancy first exhibited Manyung Gallery fortywith years Nancy first exhibited with Manyung Gallery forty years ago and we are excited to Manyung Gallery forty years John Giese ago and we show are excited to once again Nancy’s Melissa Skirton-Cussell ago and we are excited to John Giese once show Nancy’s new again body of sculptures. John Giese Melissa Skirton-Cussell once again show Nancy’s Melissa Skirton-Cussell new body of sculptures. Melissa Skirton-Cussell new body of sculptures. Melissa Skirton-Cussell Melissa Skirton-Cussell

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Then and Now Then and Now with Nancy Keith Then and Now with Keith andNancy Ted Moran

with Nancy Keith and Ted Moran Pictured are two and Tedleft Moran Pictured lefttaken are two photographs forty Pictured left are two photographs forty years apart attaken Manyung photographs taken forty years apart at Manyung Gallery, featuring two years apart at Manyung Gallery, featuring two iconic sculptors, Ted Gallery, featuring two iconicand sculptors, Moran Nancy Ted Keith. iconic sculptors, Ted Moran and Nancy Keith. Ted now lives in Moran and Nancy Keith. Ted now and lives Nancy in Queensland Ted now lives in Queensland and Nancy remains a long term Queensland and Nancy remainsofaMount long term resident Eliza. remains a long term resident of Mount Eliza. resident of Mount Eliza. Manyung Gallery Mount Manyung Gallery Manyung Mount Eliza, now inGallery its 47th year, is Manyung Gallery Mount Mount Eliza, now in its Eliza, in its 47th oldest year, is onenow of Australia’s is one of is Eliza, 47th now year, in its 47th year, one of Australia’s oldest continuously operating, Australia’s oldest continually one of Australia’s oldest continuously operating, commercial art operating continuouslycommercial operating, commercial art art galleries. commercial art

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Please join us for the opening weekend, starting Please us forand theSunday opening weekend, startingdaily. Saturday 7thjoin March 8th March, 12-5pm Please join us for the opening weekend, starting Saturday 7th March and Sunday 8th March, 12-5pm daily. Saturday 7th March and Sunday 8th March, 12-5pm daily. Exhibitors include Andrea Fiebig, Brigit Heller, Melissa SkirtonExhibitors Andrea Fiebig, BrigitPetra Heller,Svoboda, Melissa SkirtonCussell, include John Giese, Frank Malerba, and Exhibitors include Andrea Fiebig, Brigit Heller, Melissa SkirtonCussell, John Giese, Frank Malerba, many others. Petra Svoboda, and Cussell, John Giese, Frank Malerba, Petra Svoboda, and many others. many others. Preview the exhibition online, manyunggallery.com.au Preview the exhibition online, manyunggallery.com.au Exhibition continues until 29th March, 2015 Preview the exhibition online, manyunggallery.com.au Exhibition continues until 29th March, 2015 For more information please visit or contact the gallery Exhibition continues until 29th March, 2015 For more information please visit or contact 1408 Nepean Highway Mount Elizathe gallery For more information please visit or contact the gallery Highway Mount Eliza P. 97871408 2953Nepean or e. staff@manyunggallery.com.au 1408 Nepean Highway Mount Eliza P. 9787 2953 or e. staff@manyunggallery.com.au P. 9787 2953 or e. staff@manyunggallery.com.au

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The Mornington Peninsula Art Show

From April 1 to 6, some of our best Peninsula artists will exhibit in the beautiful gallery space of the Southern Peninsula Arts Centre.

A Creative Peninsula ARTS & CULTURE STRATEGY

fostering creativity, sense of place and cultural vitality

The Mornington Peninsula Art Show, now in its sixth year, is becoming a key event on the local exhibition calendar. All profits raised from the exhibition go towards the Rosebud Secondary College Chaplaincy program which offers a variety of pastoral care, and health and wellbeing programs to students. The Mornington Peninsula Art Show is supported by the Mornington Peninsula Shire, numerous local businesses, a curatorial team of local artists and dedicated volunteers. Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor, Councillor Bev Colomb, said the Shire offers an Annual Art Acquisition Award as part of the Mornington Peninsula Art Show. “The award, now valued at $2,000, is given for the best Mornington Peninsula themed work, which contributes to a growing collection of

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outstanding local works that represent the cultural heritage of the Mornington Peninsula. I wish our artists the best of luck at this year’s exhibition,” she said. In 2014 the Shire acquired Rosebud artist John Whitelaw’s oil painting ‘Mount Martha Foreshore’ (pictured). Cr Colomb has chosen John’s painting to hang in her office, and future opportunities for the community to access and view the collection are being developed as part of the Shire’s Arts & Culture Strategy. This year’s exhibition will open at 7pm on Wednesday April 1 and will be open daily between April 2 and 6. The Southern Peninsula Arts Centre is at Rosebud Secondary College, on the corner of Eastbourne and Boneo Roads. Further details: www.mpartshow.com For further information please contact Geoff Seletto Rosebud Secondary College on 5986 8595

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP

Mornington March 31- April 1 If you are a music teacher, ensemble leader or conductor, then this is the workshop for you. Led by a professional conductor, this is a great opportunity to extend your skills. Register NOW to take part in this specialized and free workshop. Workshop: Tuesday 31 March, 9am– 3:30pm Wednesday 1 April 2015, 9:00am—2:45pm, 5:30pm-7:30pm (sound check and concert performance) Concert: Wednesday 1 April 2015 (family, friends and public welcome), 6:30pm – FREE! HURRY APPLICATIONS CLOSE MONDAY 2 MARCH 2015 For further information please contact: T: 9694 3600 E: orchestrainfo@australianballet.com.au

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The workshop culminates in a free concert at 6.30pm on April 1 2015 where participating students perform with OV musicians, providing an opportunity for the students to share their memorable experience and achievements with family, friends and the wider community. This exciting performance brings the Mornington Peninsula together in a celebration of local talent.

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, ALBUM CHART SINGLE OR DEMO RECORD YOUR OWN

Are you a talented musician who dreams of one day recording an album? Do you have a collection of great songs, but no access to a studio? Enter Studio 52. Accessible to everyone, not just major record companies and pop stars, Studio 52 in Collingwood has been operating for almost 30 years and is one of Australia’s top studios. Co-owners Trevor Carter and Paul Higgins built the first studio in 1986 and have since recorded over 1000 albums for both big name artists and small. They are now seeking to hear from Mornington Peninsula musicians who want to experience what it is like to record in a professional studio. “It’s not all about being famous or selling lots of CDs,” explains Paul. “Many people record just for the pure love of music and hearing their voice or their songs come to life.”

“People come to us from all over Australia, and over the years we have recorded various projects for Mornington Peninsula residents including a great progressive rock album for Mt Eliza act Podkin Fly, the now-classic album ‘Picturesque’ for Mornington’s Mandrake Garden and many young acts have graced our studios as part of the Kool Skools Project.” Dating back to 1997, Studio 52 has recorded for Mt Eliza Secondary College and Mt Erin Secondary, plus five albums for the Frankston Youth Resource Centre.

“We know there is

a huge talent pool in the region...”

Studio 52 welcomes anyone to come and record, you don’t have to be a professional or experienced musician, it could just be for the fun of making music or capturing the songs and music of a family member.

On the other hand, if you do want to take over the world with a new sound or a potential pop hit, then Studio 52 can certainly cater to your needs. The space includes three dedicated music studios, plus a photography and video production studio, all under the one roof. Many of the acts recorded there have gained independent distribution deals with MGM in Sydney or other big-name record company deals. Some of the famed musicians to have come through the studio include Missy Higgins, Delta Goodrem, Kasey Chambers, Natasha Duarté and Marc Collis in the pop realm, and blues artists Dutch Tilders, Lloyd Spiegel and Geoff Achison, plus many, many more. “Over the years we have recorded many acts from the Mornington area, we know there is a huge talent pool in the region, many great players and singers who really should hear the difference when recording in a professional studio like Studio 52,” says Paul. The three studios at Studio 52 can cater to different clients and different projects.

The best choice in Melbourne 9417 7707 23-25a Johnston St Collingwood www.studio52.com.au | paul@studio52.com.au

Studio B is fantastic for band demos and indy projects while Studio A is one of the best studios in Australia for tracking and mixing major releases, particularly when there are a lot of acoustic instruments involved, or full band live recording required. Studio C can also do full bands, with the addition of a new drum booth this month, but specialises in helping singer songwriters who need a producer to bring all the elements together for them including session musicians, singers and/or programming. Studio C also provides a world class mastering service. No matter what you need to record or video, Studio 52 can help capture the essence and the magic. Studio 52 currently offers some low cost entry packages for singers and bands, along with great EP or album packages for those wanting to make a professional release. To find out more, www.studio52.com.au or call Paul Higgins on (03) 9417 7707.

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march-april 2015 FEBRUARY 4 - MARCH 26 Art After School: The Oak Hill Art Gallery will be hosting a series of ‘Art After School’ classes this term. The classes include Gelli Printmaking, Life Drawing, Indigenous Painting, Drawing Birds and Animals, Pottery, Pastel Workshop and Silk Screen Printmaking. Classes are designed for students aged between 5 and 12, or advanced classes for 10 to 13-year-olds, and are designed to assist in developing the basic visual art skills of young artists. Workshops are held from 4pm to 5.45pm, with aprons and a healthy fruit snack provided. Cost is $175. www.oakhillgallery.com.au UNTIL MARCH 9 Australian Textile Exhibition, featuring fabrics and designs by Leesa Chandler. 10am–4pm at Ballarto Road and Botantic Drive, Cranbourne. Contact Royal Botantic Gardens Cranbourne on 5990 2200 or go to www.rbg.vic.gov.au/whatson UNTIL MONDAY, MARCH 23 ‘Love One Another And Care For Our Planet’ exhibition of paintings by local artist Gee Ryan. Merricks General Wine Store, 9am-5pm free of charge, no bookings required. For more info go to www.mgwinestore.com.au or www.geeryan.com or phone 5989 8088 UNTIL SATURDAY, MARCH 28 As part of the Frankston City Space Innovators program The Last Bohemian will run as a Studio & Gallery space for local artist Jacqueline Goedhart. Works include photography, Poetry & works created in studio on canvas & paper. 1/16 Playne St Frankston, call 0421 400 437 for more info Come and enjoy playing tennis and develop your natural game with a mindfulness approach. Clinics throughout summer for adults and kids, with tennis professional. Also available; play and stay packages incl; accomm, tennis, yoga and more! RACV Cape Schanck resort, Trent Jones Drive via Boneo Road, Cape Schanck visit www.tennisgetaways.com.au or call 0409 581 322 SUNDAY, MARCH 1 Judie Reekie Retrospective at Oak Hill Gallery opening 2pm-4pm with entertainment by ‘Those Blokes’. Exhibition continues until March 25. 100 Mornington-Tyabb Road, Mornington www. oakhillgallery.com.au THROUGHOUT MARCH Boxing at the Hub, free boxing classes for people

aged 12-18 at Hastings Community Hub, Hastings. Mondays 4pm-5:30pm. Call 5950 1666 for more details. The Albert Street Artists is a Mornington Art Group – Sue Sinclair, Lynne McGlade, Anne Hutchinson, Gerda Roberts, Angela Page and Kaye Klapp. 100 Mornington-Tyabb Road, Mornington. Please call 5973 4299 for more info or go to www. oakhillgallery.com.au Hugh Mackay is the recipient of the MPAS Oak Hill Award and brings his exhibition to Oak Hill Gallery for the month of March. 100 MorningtonTyabb Road, Mornington. Please call 5973 4299 for more info or go to www.oakhillgallery.com.au FEBRUARY 28 – MARCH 9 Australian Textile Exhibition, featuring fabrics and designs by Leesa Chandler. 10am – 4pm at Ballarto Road and Botantic Drive, Cranbourne. Contact Royal Botantic Gardens Cranbourne on 5990 2200 or go to www.rbg.vic.gov.au/whatson WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4 Drawing birds and animals, the intricacies of drawing birds and animals will be explained. For more go to www.oakhillgallery.com.au or call 5973 4299. 100 Mornington–Tyabb Road, Mornington THURSDAY, MARCH 5 Are you a local writer? Then here’s your chance to read or perform your latest work and develop networks across the peninsula Each writer has up to five minutes to read their poetry, short story or excerpt from a novel, memoir or other type of larger work. Songwriters are also welcome. Free but bookings are essential, call 5950 1820 or email morncirc@mornpen.vic.gov.au . Mornington Library, Vancouver Street, FRIDAY, MARCH 6 The Entire Pirates of Penzance, with a cast of only 6! Arguably the most popular of all the Gilbert and Sullivan repertoire. Frankston Arts Centre, 10:30am + 1:30pm, please call 9784 1060 for tickets or go to www.thefac.com.au Mornington Racing Club’s Hats N Hooves Charity Luncheon, has been CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE International Women’s Day, celebrate the spirit and achievements of entrepreneurial women everywhere! From 10am-1:30pm at Council Chambers, Mornington Peninsula Shire, 2 Queen Street, Mornington. Call 5950 1685 for more info

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The Retro Nostalgia & Collectables Fair will be held between 9.30am and 3pm at the Peninsula Community Theatre, corner Wilsons Road and Nepean Highway, Mornington. MONDAY, MARCH 9 Balnarring Picnic Races, gates open at 10am, first race commences at 1pm. Coolart Road, Balnarring, call 5986 3755 or on raceday 5983 9430. TUESDAY, MARCH 10 The One Day Of The Year, sparking huge controversy in to 60s. Alan Seymour’s classic play looks at our national legend through the eyes of generation, class and character. Frankston Arts Centre, 8pm, please call 9784 1060 for tickets or go to www.thefac.com.au WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11 Pottery by popular demand we are including a pottery class again this term. Children will be shown ceramic examples from artists and encouraged to create an advanced ceramic piece. For more info or to book go to www.oakhillgallery.com.au or call 5973 4299. 100 Mornington–Tyabb Rd, Mornington THURSDAY MARCH 12 TO SUNDAY MARCH 15 Take part in the Leukaemia Foundation’s World’s Greatest Shave and help raise money to beat blood cancers. If shaving or colouring your hair is not your thing, simply donate instead. Sign up now at worldsgreatestshave.com or call 1800 500 088. FRIDAY, MARCH 13 & SATURDAY, MARCH 14 Kate Ceberano performing at The Spigeltent in Sorrento, located at Three Palms 154 Ocean Beach Road, Sorrento, shows at 7pm & 9:30pm SATURDAY, MARCH 14 Anti-Domestic Violence/Luke Batty Memorial Ride, motorcyclists will travel from Frankston pier carpark at 10.10am to Rosebud Church of Christ, where there will be a reflection, prayers, music, BBQ and custom cars on display. Guest speaker Rosie Batty. Contact James Taylor on 0407 054 99 or jbt1200@pac.com.au for more details. Parish Fete of the Anglican Parish of Mt Eliza. Including all usual stalls, lunches, morning tea, books and BBQ, cakes, jams and preserves, craft, trash’n treasure, gifts and jewellery, sweets and children’s activities with onsite parking. From 9:30am-1:30pm at St James The Less, Nepean Hwy, Mt Eliza. SUNDAY, MARCH 15 Baker IDI Cruden Farm Open Gardens and Family Day Fundraiser. Come and celebrate the 10th year that the magnificent gardens of the late Dame Elisabeth Murdoch’s Cruden Entertainment and children’s activities. Free for children under 18, adults $25, groups of 10 or more $20 per person. Go to http://www.bakeridi.edu.au/crudenfarm2015 for more ior call 1300 728 800. Cruden Farm, enter via Cranhaven Road, Langwarrin Graze the Bays at Morning Star Estate, Mt Eliza. Celebrating local land and sea produce, this event boasts delicious dishes (and views!), cooking

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Sunday 8 March, 5pm THE YEAR Performing all their hits from Tuesday 10 March, 8pm a 50 year career, including Alan Seymour’s classic Needles and Pins. ANZAC Day play.

A CDP production

Saturday 7 March, 7pm A one-man show of technically virtuosic dance and physical theatre.

HIT Productions

ATA Allstars

Joseph Simons

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Peninsula Plein Air Painters Group Exhibition at Sorrento Activity Centre corner Melbourne and Queens Roads Sorrento. Opening night $3 entry and light supper provided 7pm. Music On The Hill – Al Parkinson and MartyNelson Williams will be playing at Red Pavilion (Red Hill showgrounds) 184 Arthurs Seat Road, Red Hill. Tickets $25, $20 for members, children $15 or $10 for members, starting at 7pm. The Peter Cupples Band featuring hits from Stylus at 8pm. Performing at the Spiegeltent in Sorrento, Three Palms, 154 Ocean Beach Road, Sorrento. SATURDAY, MARCH 7 First Things First – Joseph Simons a one-man show of technically virtuosic dance and hilarious physical theatre. Frankston Arts Centre, 7pm, please call 9784 1060 for tickets or go to www.thefac.com.au Tranquility, A Sculptural Exhibition by Nancy Keith launching at 12pm. This exhibition is a reminder that art can be an offering of peace, contemplation and reflection to people everywhere. Manyung Gallery, 1408 Nepean Highway, Mt Eliza. For more info call 9787 2853 SATURDAY, MARCH 7 & SUNDAY, MARCH 8 Movement and Tangibility Exhibition exploring the physical strength in contemporary art through movement of the artwork and movement of the spectator. 12pm-5pm daily at Manyung Gallery, 1408 Nepean Highway, Mt Eliza. Call 9787 2853 Jon English, one of Australia’s most loved and enduring recording and performing artists and Peter Cupples, former lead signer and songwriter of Stylus. Don’t miss these two great artists onstage together in ‘Uncorked’. 8pm at the Spiegeltent Sorrento, located at Three Palms 154 Ocean Beach Road, Sorrento. MARCH 7 – MARCH 9 Peninsula Plein Air Painters Exhibition at Sorrento Activity Centre corner Melbourne & Queens rds, Sorrento. 10am-4pm, all welcome. At Home with Art, outstanding Aboriginal Art from around Australia. 11am–4pm, for more info go to www.mccullochandmcculloch.com.au or call 5989 8282 SUNDAY, MARCH 8 Rosebud Kite Festival 11am-5pm, kite flying demonstrations from International and Australian professionals. Kite workshops, family kite flying area. For more info go to www.rosebudkitefestival.com.au or call 0403 889 559 Portsea Hotel Market, a collection of local arts, crafts, music, food and drink. Starting 11am-4pm, 3746 Point Nepean Road, Portsea. The Searchers, performing all their hits including Sweets for My Sweet, Needles and Pinks and their great classics. Frankston Arts Centre, please call 9784 1060 for tickets or go to www.thefac.com.au

Thursday 26 March, 8pm Thursday 19 March, 4.30pm José Carbó is joined by Slava & 6.30pm and Leonard Grigoryan for a Andy and Terry are back! night of sensuous tango.

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Sing-Along- Messiah-Bach’s ‘Magnificat’ featuring Southern Peninsula Singers. Starting at 5pm, tickets $25, or $20 concession, available at the door or trybooking.com/118972. Rosebud’s Uniting Church, Murray Anderson Road, Rosebud WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 Silk Screen Printmaking, children will be asked to bring a white shirt, apron or library bag to learn how to print an image using silk screen process. For more info or to book go to www.oakhillgallery.com. au or call 5973 4299. 100 Mornington–Tyabb Road, Mornington THURSDAY, MARCH 26 My Latin Heart. Internationally-acclaimed Jose Carbo is joined by classical guitarists for an evening of highly passionate tango and stunning strings. Frankston Arts Centre, 8pm, please call 9784 1060 for tickets or go to www.thefac.com.au FRIDAY, MARCH 27 – SATURDAY, APRIL 11 Back by popular demand! Spiegelicious and Animalicious at Three Palms Sorrento. Booking tickets at 136 100 or ticketmaster.com.au FRIDAY, MARCH 27 AT Last the Etta James Story starring Vika Bull and The Essential R&B Band. Frankston Arts Centre, please call 9784 1060 for tickets or go to www. thefac.com.au or www.room8.com.au Oak Hill Galley’s Gala Event ‘Off The Walls’. One night only - be part of this wonderful extravaganza. A cocktail party like no other, tickets $150 includes an artwork of your choice to take home. Tickets are limited book early! From 6:30-8:30pm 100 Mornington-Tyabb Rd, Mornington. Call 5973 4299 for more info or go to www.oakhillgallery.com.au SATURDAY, MARCH 28 Sportingbet Mornington Cup, the peninsula’s famous race day is being held on a Saturday for the first time. Exciting racing action, plus the fabulous Fashions on the Field. Tickets $20 for adults and $12 concession. 320 Racecourse Rd, Mornington Red Hill Show, gates open to the public at 8:30am at the Red Hill Recreation Reserve, Arthurs Seat Road, Red Hill. $2 paddock parking, for more info on ticket pricing go to www.redhillshow.com.au or call 5989 2357 SATURDAY, MARCH 28 – SUNDAY, MAY 3 Melbourne Annual Teapot Exhibition, teapots sourced Australia wide for this special event. 65 Cook Street, Flinders. For more info call 5989 0077 or go to www.studioflidners.com SUNDAY MARCH 29 The Peninsula Picnic, held at Mornington Racecourse, will showcase the best in peninsula food and wine, accompanied by amazing live music from The Waifs, Paul Dempsey, The Pierce Brothers and Tinpan Orange. Bring a picnic rug and enjoy this family day out. www.peninsulapicnic.com.au

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1 Mornington Peninsula Art Show – An Easter Must See. Opening 7pm at Rosebud Secondary College, on the corner of Eastbourne and Boneo roads. Runs until April 6. www.mpartshow.com SATURDAY, APRIL 4 Mad Hatter’s Tea Party @ Sorrento. Celebrating 150 years of Louis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland with Sorrento Players and The Seaside Singers, free on Easter Saturday. Egg Hunt, prize for the best decorated cupcake. Sorrento Activity Centre, 823 Melbourne Road, Sorrento. 10am-2pm Autumn Salon and Art Parade Easter. An exhibition of new Aboriginal art from around Australia featuring a unique Art Parade viewing with informative commentary on 70+ works. Art parade from 2:30pm, free event but places are limited so please book. Go to mccullochart.eventbrite.com.au or call 5989 8282, 642 Tucks Road, Shoreham. Balnarring Picnic Races, gates open at 10am, first race at 1pm. Coolart Road, Balnarring, call 5986 3755 or on raceday 5983 9430. SUNDAY, APRIL 5 – MONDAY, APRIL 6 Autumn Salon and Art Parade Easter. An exhibition of new Aboriginal art from around Australia featuring a unique Art Parade viewing with informative commentary on 70+ works. From 11am-4:30pm, free event but places are limited so please book. Go to mccullochart.eventbrite.com.au or call 5989 8282, 642 Tucks Road, Shoreham. SUNDAY, APRIL 5 – WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29 Annual Photography Exhibition ‘Through the Lens’ at Oak Hill Gallery, 100 Mornington-Tyabb Road, Mornington. Call 5973 4299 or visit www. oakhillgallery.com.au

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demonstrations and ticketed master classes, live entertainment, market stalls and more www. grazethebays.com.au Peninsula Piers & Pinots festival at Flinders Foreshore from 12pm-3pm. Local pinot producers offering fabulous wines to taste or buy, plus a range of great foods on offer. Ticket price includes tasting glass and notes, plus all wine tastings between 12pm-3pm, visit www.mpva.com.au for more. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18 Pastel Work Shop, children will be taught how to use pastels effectively to create beautifully toned face or hands. For more info or to book go to www.oakhillgallery.com.au or call 5973 4299. 100 Mornington–Tyabb Road, Mornington Poetry book launch, ‘Someone’s Child’ by local author Theresa A O’Dea, funds raised will go to the Forgetmenot organization, the Victorian Homicide Victims Support Group and the Luke Batty Foundation. The book deals with grief and loss of a loved one. Mornington Library, Vancouver Street, Mornington, 5pm. Contact Theresa on 0416 866 699 or email msauthor9@gmail.com for more info. THURSDAY, MARCH 19 The 26-Storey Treehouse. Andy and Terry are back! Shows at 4:30pm and 6:30pm. Frankston Arts Centre, call 9784 1060 or go to www.thefac.com.au FRIDAY, MARCH 20 Toorak College Carnival, a night of fun and entertainment for all ages! Entry for the event is a gold coin donation from 4pm-8:30pm. For more info call 9788 7200 SATURDAY, MARCH 21 Water to Water festival indigenous music and cultural festival aimed at bringing indigenous and non-indigenous Australians together. Cross-cultural music, art, dance and food with lots of interactive activities for the kids. The Briars, Mt Martha. Tickets and more info at www.watertowater.org.au Missed out on The Fat Duck at Crown Melbourne? Then get behind Anglicare Victoria’s foodie fundraiser Second Quack by hosting your own dinner and raising cash. Real Housewives of Melbourne star Gamble Breaux is hosting one, many pubs & restaurants too. www.secondquack.org.au Opening night of the Peninsula Music Society 2015 season featuring the Flinders Quartet, held at Peninsula Community Theatre. Tickets form Robinsons Bookshop in Frankston and Farrell’s in Mornington. Full program www.pmsmusic.asn.au and for bookings, call 9789 8392. SUNDAY, MARCH 22 All 4 One Garden Party, fundraiser for local stilt walker Leonie Deavin & her family who lost everything in a house fire. Rides, face painting, music, food, acrobats, silent auction & raffle. 10am2pm at ‘Tokia’ 15 Harleston Road, Mt Eliza. Tickets $15, to book email kate@onamissionfundraising. com.au or call 0414 737 798

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The distinctive jangling sound of the twelve string guitar and the rich harmonies embellishing their immaculate vocals have without doubt assured THE SEARCHERS of a lasting place in pop music history. From their early beginnings in the late fifties as a skiffle group formed by John McNally and a bunch of friends, through the heady days of the sixties as teenage idols, they have comfortably settled into a position well deserved by a band whose sound has influenced some of the most important artistes of our generation. The Byrds, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Marshall Crenshaw and so many others happily acknowledge their debt to THE SEARCHERS. The hit songs include ‘Sweets For My Sweet’, ‘Sugar And Spice’, ‘Needles And Pins’, ‘Love Potion Number 9’, ‘Don’t Throw Your Love Away’, ‘Someday We’re Gonna Love Again’ and ‘When You Walk In The Room’, with their record sales exceeding 40 million. THE SEARCHERS are returning to Aussie shores for a special anniversary concert tour and you can catch them locally at Frankston Arts Centre on Sunday March 8 from 5pm. www.thefac.com.au

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Red Hill Show – There’s nothing like it! Agricultural shows are among the most popular forms of family entertainment in Australia today, and here on the Mornington peninsula we have one of the very best. Every year thousands of people attend the Red Hill Show to enjoy a great family day and be part of this wonderful community celebration. The Red Hill Show will be held on Saturday March 28 and, as always, the entertainment, exhibitions, demonstrations and animals will be first rate. This really is unlike any other event on the peninsula! Agricultural and horticultural shows have been part of Mornington Peninsula culture since 1857, when the Mornington Farmers’ Society held its First Grand Annual Show. Back those days, it was essential to be associated with the local show and the list of names of the organisers and exhibitors reads like a ‘who’s who’ of the founding families of the peninsula. Such was the popularity of these events that show days were declared public holidays in the shires of Mornington and Frankston. The very first Red Hill Show was held in March 1922, in the newly-built long grading room of the Red Hill Co-operative Coolstores. People exhibited apples, flowers and vegetables, along with the best butter, cooking and preserves from home and farm kitchens. The women of the area demonstrated their skills in embroidery and knitting and there were dolls on display, framed paintings and cream puffs baked in a colonial oven. On the morning of the first show, local residents came from miles in their buggies and jinkers, bearing picnic baskets and billies to boil for lunch.

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A special train brought people to the area from Flinders Street, a journey that took more than three hours. Adults paid their one shilling admission and six pence for the children and when the doors opened, 1200 people streamed into the inaugural Red Hill Show to view the exhibits. A highlight of the afternoon was the wood chop, which saw an enthusiastic and large crowd gathered around the six competing axe wielders. The popularity of the show led to it becoming an annual affair, moving to the present Red Hill Showgrounds in 1923, and the story of the development of this wonderful community event to what it is today is a fascinating look at the social and cultural history of this area. Today the wood chop is as much of a drawcard as it was back then, and you will still see plenty of locals showcasing their arts, crafts and baked goods. Over the years, horses, sheep, cattle and alpacas have been included in the show – each new introduction indicating the changing face of farming on the Mornington Peninsula. More recently has seen the additions of wine, avocados, olives, berries and cheese to the list of produce coming from this most acclaimed agricultural and horticultural area, and some of the very best local produce will be available at the show for tasting and buying. The Red Hill Show will be held on Saturday March 28 from 8.30am-5pm. Admission cost is $50 for families (2 adults and 3 kids), $15 for adults and $10 for children (under 5s FREE). Paddock parking is available for $2. www.redhillshow.com.au

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Mornington Seafoods in Main Street is a family run business that offers the biggest range of fresh, high quality seafood you’ll find in town.

Owners Theo Karamaloudis, wife Maria and son Tony are known for their welcoming personalities, their dedication to service and, let’s face it, they are not afraid to have a friendly chat either! Theo has a long history in the seafood business and therefore knows what makes a great catch and how to describe and recommend different fish varieties. He and his staff can even give tips on how to cook up a delicious seafood dinner. Mornington Seafoods stocks a fabulous range of skinless and boneless fish fillets, whole fish, prawns, scallops, calamari and Mt Martha mussels. Most of the fish is Australian, but there are a few New Zealand varieties as well. The business is celebrating its fifth year

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in operation, but Theo has actually been involved with the seafood industry since he was eight years old. He grew up in his parent’s fish shops in Bendigo and Sale, and then moved to Melbourne when his parents bought a fish and chip business in Strathmore. Later, he was employed at a seafood shop in Southland and a takeaway shop in Moorabbin, before finally making the move to the peninsula with his family. Now Maria, Tony and Tony’s wife Dimi all work in the shop and other relatives help out during the busiest days of the year (such as Easter and Christmas). The majority of the seafood supply comes from Melbourne Seafood Centre, with Theo and his family getting up super early from Tuesdays to Saturdays to travel into the city and select the very best range. However, after five years they know what will sell and only stock what they need for the day. They rarely throw

away any leftovers. Some of the most popular fish varieties are flathead tails and rockling, followed by gummy flake and king dory. “We supply to individual customers, to restaurants and to wineries as well,” says Theo. Mornington Seafoods has even been featured on two seasons of My Kitchen Rules, when contestants visited the shop, TV crews and cameras in tow, to buy mussels and calamari. “It was good advertising for the shop,” says Theo. “Even if it was just for a minute!” Mornington Seafoods A: 1/234 Main Street, Mornington T: 5975 6768 www.morningtonseafoods.com.au

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Name: Pierre Khodja Job title: Executive Chef

Turkish Delight Soufflé, Halva Ice Cream, Fig and Pistachios Baklava

Where do you work? Terminus at the Flinders Hotel

What makes a good chef? Passion and determination, it’s a tough job and you have to love it.

How long have you worked there? Five years

Favourite food? I love all foods to be honest

Where did you work previously? Moving to Australia from London in 2001, I established my own restaurant on the Mornington Peninsula called Albert Street, then took the position as head chef at Canvas restaurant in Hawthorn in 2006.

Favourite restaurant (other than your own), and why? The Square in London, the head chef Phil Howard is classic trained like me, he has a beautiful menu and the restaurant has two Michelin stars.

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What is the best thing about the Mornington Peninsula? The best thing is the fresh produce

and that we can support local growers in our restaurant, also the beautiful beaches where I spend the weekends with my family. What do you do in your spare time? Spend it with my family, go to the gym and eat. What is one thing not many people know about you? I speak five languages, French, English, Italian, Arabic and Spanish. Please share one food tip or secret with our readers. Always keep things simple, keeping your ingredients as close to their natural state as possible and don’t over complicate dishes.

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Winey Cow - Join the moo-vement If you haven’t been to The Winey Cow on Main Street, Mornington, you don’t know what you’re missing.

The Winey Cow not only offers a deliciously modern brunch menu (served from 7.30am, seven days), great coffee and a range of nutritious juices and smoothies, they also have a lovely deck where you can relax and watch the world go by.

Famed for its divine brunch dishes like the popular ‘Asparagus’, the ‘Dukkah Eggs’ or the mouth-watering ‘Superfood Sandwich’, plus a great selection of wine and cheese, this is a must visit café for all food and wine lovers.

Local singer/solo guitarist Benn Manie is a regular performer here, so stop by on a Wednesday (11am-2pm) or Sunday (1pm-4pm) to enjoy his soulful acoustic covers.

Just look for the bustling restaurant with the bright yellow umbrellas. It is one of those rare venues where people don’t mind waiting for a table because the dining experience is absolutely worth it. Owner Jill Henderson says it is a pleasure to see the business thriving, as it means people appreciate what she and her staff are doing. “We are so incredibly pleased with what we have achieved in the past 10 months. We will continue to push the bar and will always look to improve in all facets of our business”

The Winey Cow also caters for functions, such as birthdays and networking events. Hire out the entire venue, at a very competitive price, and the staff will happily create a menu to suit your individual requirements. So whether you are after a hearty brunch, a relaxing cheese platter or a place to catch up with friends or colleagues, this is one Mornington establishment that ticks all the boxes. The Winey Cow: a moo-vement worth following. The Winey Cow A: 39A Main Street, Mornington P: 5976 4018 www.thewineycow.com.au

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Dinner every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 4pm to 9:30pm We would love to see you. Come on in! 39a Main Street, Mornington. - P. 5976 4018

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The Tyabb Packing House on Mornington-Tyabb Road has more treasures under one roof than anyone could possibly count. Rows and rows of antiques that you could easily rummage through for hours. But while shopping for antiques can sometimes be a hit-or-miss affair, we can steer you with certainty towards one standout gem in this huge treasure trove and that is the Hart of Tyabb Café. So much more than just a café, this ambient and underrated business is a lovely surprise, once you manage to find it of course. Open for breakfast and lunch from Thursday to Sunday, the café features a pleasant indoor dining area with polished timber floors, marble tabletops and floor-to-ceiling windows. There is also a relaxing alfresco patio and deck among the gardens that will leave you feeling miles away. Whether you are dining alone with a great book, or sharing a meal or snack over a laugh with friends, the Hart of Tyabb Café has a wide selection of affordable dishes to cater to a range of tastes. All items are made by the staff and the seasonal menu has been created specially by head chef Dean Caldwell, who strives for that perfect balance between café fare and fine dining. You’ll find things like the classic big breakfast or eggs benedict, as well as avocado smash with mushrooms and feta on the breakfast menu.

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For a light brunch, you’ve got smaller items like the soup of the day or the toasted ham and cheese sandwich. Perhaps you fancy a glass of wine accompanied by the scrumptious tasting board, a heavenly creation made up of local cheeses, meats, bread and biscuits. If you’re feeling particularly hungry, you can order the towering (and incredibly popular) beef burger, which comes with housemade beetroot chutney, bacon, lettuce, cheese, crispy onion rings in panko crumbs and a side of chips. For something slightly different, try the potato and salmon croquettes or select from the ever-changing seafood and salad dishes. Vegetarian and gluten-free diners are also catered for. If you are stopping by for organic Jasper Coffee after perusing the antiques, be sure to also check out the range of yummy cakes (try saying no to the triple chocolate cheesecake!) that will have you questioning whether you can get away with just one more slice… It’s like owner Tony Hart says, “The Hart of Tyabb Café is proving to be a quality destination that people want to come to in its own right.” So get in now before the secret’s out! The Hart of Tyabb Café (at Tyabb Packing House) Open 10am-5pm Thurs-Sun 14 Mornington-Tyabb Rd, Tyabb 5977 3166 Find them on Facebook for updates

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Paying homage to the 1972 Rolling Stones album ‘Exile on Main Street’, comes the newly rebranded bar. exile.

While Merc’s largely focused on the craft beer and tapas, bar. exile will cater to a more diverse clientele.

Formerly ‘Merc’s Bier Café’ in Mornington’s Main Street, owner John Dowber says the venue has undergone a design facelift both internally and externally following the departure of his business partner Paul Mercurio back in December.

“We’ve kept the best of what we had before, regarding the tapas style, but the additional dishes have matured the food offer and given it more appeal.”

with avocado, tomato and goat’s cheese.

Having more of a bar outlook than a café would also cater to a broader spectrum of clientele.

There is also berry bircher and fruit toast to enjoy with the excellent coffee and tea selections.

Handpicked by our team of chefs, you will now find a more diverse menu of light & refreshing, healthy & hearty dishes.

“We do sensational breakfasts here, there is no doubt about that,” says John.

“Being a tragic Stones fan, I have taken it back to my original name for the venue when I acquired it back in April last year. It really couldn’t be anything else!” says John. An innovative design collaboration with Stuart James (venue manager), has transformed the venue to what John considers to be better than his original design vision. As John says: “Stuart’s input to the interior gives the bar great impact. The café look has been ‘pubified’!” Along with the new name and ambience comes an expanded menu, improved craft beer/wine offer, and a change in direction for the business.

“This is a now a more balanced dining and drinking experience,” explains John.

Examples from the new and improved menu include the delicious Prawns Alla Chilli and the popular Lamb Kofta. There is also a specials board that is regularly updated with delicious chicken, seafood and salad dishes. bar. exile is open for breakfast from 8.30am and John says the dishes are both innovative and impressive. You’ll find things like smoked brisket with scrambled eggs and seasoned tomato, poached eggs with homemade salsa or chef’s hollandaise and the smoked trout

“There are so many great breakfast cafes on Main Street already and we are not trying to take away from that, but we wanted to provide our customers with something a little bit different. “It’s the best kept secret on Main Street.,” he insists. Well… not for long. The original friendly and welcoming staff have remained and John acknowledges their hard work and dedication to service. He says he doesn’t make the team wear uniforms because he believes this stifles their individual personalities.

“The more relaxed you can make your staff, the more natural they will be with our customers. “It is important their personalities add to the ambience of bar exile.” bar. exile is open until late five days a week (Wednesday to Sunday), so you can stop in to enjoy a meal, snack or beverage at your leisure. There are a wide variety of beers available, including craft beers and international beers, regional and international wines, and a full range of spirits. “I want our customers to come here and enjoy the whole exile experience again and again,” says John. bar. exile A: 25 Main Street Mornington T: 5973 6372 25 Main St, Mornington | 5973 6372

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NEW ROSEBUD VENUE ON TREND It seems that every day fresh and modern businesses are popping up across the peninsula, helping to bring the style and sophistication of the city to our region. The Milbri in Rosebud is no exception. Launched back in December and situated on Point Nepean Road (opposite the carnival grounds) this hotspot is just what the locals ordered. Offering edgy food dishes with a hint of a South American theme, premier coffee and a classy cocktail bar, this new business is proving to be a real crowd pleaser. The Milbri is the brainchild of Chris Miller and Chris Fabri (Milbri is a hybrid of both their surnames) who believe that fresh honest food should be accompanied by great service and refreshing beverages. The South American theme comes from Chris Fabri’s extensive travels around the continent several years ago, and as a result The Milbri also stocks a fantastic selection of South American rums, including Flor de Cana and Diplomatico. Chris Miller has a passion for the best locally grown ingredients, and even uses produce from his own backyard. “Visitors from town will be welcomed with top notch food, something a little different from behind the bar, and locals will be suitably impressed with the warm welcoming hospitality that has brought people back to visit and live in Rosebud for decades.” The Milbri is open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as catering and functions. Have a cheap and cheerful brunch or lunch with creative and affordable meals, and finish or start with the Milbri espresso blend coffee, roasted by Little Rebel.

as the Japanese Cloud, an infusion of zen green tea, pear vodka, chambord and house made pomegranate foam. The perfect indulgence to help you relax and take the edge off the working week, or take a special someone out for a bit of romance in the seductive bar area. Beside the bar you will find a prominent feature wall covered in vintage newspaper clippings from the days both Milbri owners were born. Just one of the many features that make The Milbri a funky new venue with its own individual style. Definitely a place worth checking out. The Milbri A: 1183 Point Nepean Rd, Rosebud T: 5982 3901 E: info@themilbri.com.au www.themilbri.com.au When it comes to the food, picture your old favourites like tacos and quesadilla, but with a modern twist. Be brave and try something unusual, like the Jamaican Chicken with spicy Sailor Jerry (rum) banana or the mouthwatering Chilean-style Dog with avocado salsa, cheese and chimichurri. However, if meat is not your favourite ingredient, there are some lovely alternatives like the popular pumpkin and zucchini salad with goat’s cheese, candied walnuts and pomegranate dressing. The breakfast/brunch menu is equally impressive, offering unique dishes like the Crispy Cabbage and Sweet Pea Frittas with smoked salmon, avocado salsa, yoghurt and almond dressing, or the delicious Potato and Leek Hash with mushroom duxcell, romesco sauce, spinach and poached eggs. Not your run-of-the-mill breaky fare here, but you will find some more traditional dishes available too. Join Happy hour at the bar Friday afternoons from 5pm6pm, and this month’s special is $12 margaritas. Choose between the spicy mezcalita with house made pickled jalapeños, the old fashioned lime and lemon margarita or the pomegranite tequila sour. Stop in on the weekend or after work and select your perfect beverage from the extensive list of cocktails, such

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At Licciardo’s Gallery Bar & Grill

Mt Eliza’s chef extraordinaire, Rob Licciardo, is back!

From his recent travels to Europe, he brings back a brand new menu including his fantastic Portuguese seafood dish cooked in the traditional cataplana pots – it’s a taste sensation! The Portuguese are renowned as the seafood kings of the world and the cataplana pots were originally used back in the 15th century for fish and seafood stew/dishes. Traditionally made from copper, Portuguese fishermen would take their cataplanas on fishing trips with them to cook their fresh catch. They would barter with the locals to be able to add in vegetables, herbs and wine

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that, when cooked altogether would create such a marvellous and flavoursome dish that (just like Rob’s other specialty, The Plank) can be shared between two people. Served with crispy bread and salad, what a perfect healthy meal. Come and experience Licciardo’s famous ‘Sing For Your Supper’ Sundays from 5pm in the beer garden under the beautiful oak tree, or dine inside the relaxed brasserie dining area. You should also consider Licciardo’s as a unique and memorable venue for your wedding – they won’t be beaten on price! Licciardo’s Gallery Bar & Grill A: 1408 Nepean Highway, Mt Eliza T: 9787 2001

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For a truly local gourmet produce experience, head to the Peninsula Gourmet Emporium in Dromana. Whether you are searching for a lovely gift, a passionate cook seeking delicious ingredients, or you simply want to support local artisan businesses, this one-stop shop brings the best of the peninsula together under one roof. Peninsula Gourmet selects only the finest products and offers an extensive range of jams and condiments, teas and spices, olives and olive oils, cheeses, confectionary, helpful cookbooks and a variety of gluten-free goods. Added to this is an exquisite selection of scented candles and spa products, including soaps, moisturisers and beauty products, oil burners and diffusers. Try the delicious Cazans jams or olives from Ridge Estate, pick up a bag of Red Hill muesli or treat yourself to some yummy Peninsula Fudge. Allow yourself the time to wander through and browse the shelves, as there is much to explore in this convenient and unique establishment. If you are a tourist, or have visitors from out of town who want to take a slice of the peninsula home with them, then Peninsula Gourmet Emporium is the place to go. There are items to suit a range of tastes and budgets. Select individual items right off the shelf, or grab a collection together and make up a hamper of all your favourite goodies. Carefully constructed and packaged, these beautiful hampers are a work of art in themselves. For those running short on time, there are ready-made hampers available or you can put in the extra effort to design a truly individual creation. This is a great gift idea for family, friends, clients or the person who simply has everything. The Peninsula Gourmet Emporium (and Hamperyourself) A: 244 Boundary Road, Dromana T: 5981 9123 W: www.hamperyourself.com.au

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Markets on the Peninsula Bittern Community: Each Sunday at Bittern railway station.

Boneo Community: Third Saturday of month, Cnr Boneo & Limestone Rds, Boneo.

Emu Plains: Third Saturday of each month. Balnarring racecourse. 9am - 2pm. Over 140 stalls, kids entertainment, live music, loads of gourmet foods and fresh produce! Frankston Sunday 8am-1pm in Sherlock & Hay carpark, Young St, Frankston. Hastings in Street: Every Thursday. Over 40 stalls everything home made, home grown & craft, High St, Hastings 9-1pm. Mornington Farmers’: Second Saturday of month, Mornington Park Schnapper Point Dve, 8:30am-1pm Mornington Loved It Market Sunday March 22, 9.30am to 1.30pm. Women’s pre-loved fashion market $3 entry. Peninsula Community Theatre, enter from Wilsons Rd. Mornington’s Main Street: Every Wednesday 9am - 3pm between Cromwell and Albert Sts.

Mornington Racecourse Craft: Second Sunday of each month, Racecourse Rd, Mornington 9am to 2pm

Seaford Farmers, 3rd Sunday every month, 8am-1pm Broughton St Reserve Station St Seaford

Mt Eliza Farmers’: Fourth Sunday of the month, Mt Eliza Village Green. 9am - 1pm

Somerville Anglican Church Community: 2nd Saturday of the month 9am-1pm, Stalls can range from bric a brac to jewellery, clothes, plants, toys, soaps, crafts, fruit & vegies, cards, tools & furniture. 2a Eramosa Rd West, Somerville

Oak Hill Community Arts Cooperative’ monthly Artist Inspired, first Sunday of each month at Oak Hill 100 Mornington-Tyabb Road, Mornington Portsea Hotel Markets in March: Sunday March 8, 11am4pm, a collection of local arts, crafts, music, food and drink.

Red Hill: First Saturday of the month, September-May, RH Showgrounds, Arthur’s Seat Rd, Red Hill 8am to 2pm

Tootgarook Primary Sch: 4th Saturday of the month 7.30am-12.30pm. Wells St Farmers Market every Thurs 8am-2pm in Wells St Email your Free Listings for our Markets page to lisa@mpmag.com.au

Rosebud Community School: 2nd Saturday of the month, Rosebud Primary School Cnr Pt Nepean and Jetty Rd Rosebud Lions Club: First Sunday of the month, Rosebud Village Green. 7am till 2pm Rosebud Trash n Treasure: Fifth Saturday months, Rosebud Primary School Cnr Pt Nepean & Jetty Rd. 7.30am till noon

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Make sure you stop by the Emu Plains Market this month, as it is getting very close to the end of the season! The Emu Plains Market in Balnarring presents to you the best in local handmade crafts, fresh produce, unique vintage clothing, jewellery and homewares, and delicious food. Added to this are the regular musical acts who add to the ambience of this beautiful outdoor market set under the branches of a unique stringybark forest on the historic Emu Plains Reserve. The Emu Plains Market showcases Melbourne and the peninsula’s finest makers and creators. From crochet to clay, you are sure to find the perfect something for the perfect someone (or perhaps just spoil yourself!) in this wonderful eclectic collection. But it’s not just about the wonderful goods on sale, this popular monthly event is a colourful feast of culture and a family friendly affair, with face painting, pony rides and jumping castles, native animal education, craft workshops and so much more. So if you haven’t been to the Emu Plains Market, what are you waiting for? Get in quick before the season ends! The next Emu Plains Market will be held on Saturday March 21, 2015. www.emuplainsmarket.com.au

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It’s all about the bedroom at Snooze Mornington

Legend says when you can’t sleep at night it’s because you are awake in someone else’s dream…

Designs to stand the test of time Even if you know little about tiles, feature walls, stone and mosaics, it is definitely worth a visit to Lifestiles Design Studio. Not only does Lifestiles have the most extensive, beautiful and unique range (that would more than rival the best tiles houses in Melbourne), this innovative Mornington business only employs designers who can inspire and create a visual feast of colour, texture and depth. “Our qualified designers can work with or without a brief and can consult on issues involving interior design, colour consults and building design,” says director Ali Perry.

Lifestiles is a dynamic business that is constantly evolving, it stocks an exquisite collection of high quality tiles, stones, and wide oak flooring. You’ll find everything from embossed tiles by Spanish architect and designer Patricia Urquiola to handmade feature tiles, timeless porcelain and stone, and beautiful pearlescent mosaics. Mornington design has come of age, so pop in to Lifestiles Design Studio and be inspired! Lifestiles Design Studio A: 4/5 Torca Terrace, Mornington T: 5976 3507

We say you just don’t have the right mattress. It’s time to slip into Snooze Mornington and get yourself sorted. 2015 is here, and gone are the days when you walked into a bedroom store and had to lie on every mattress to find out which you wanted to buy. Nowadays, BedMATCH can take care of everything for you. BedMATCH is a free in-store system exclusive to Snooze that removes the guesswork when it comes to buying a mattress. This state-of-the-art technology is revolutionising the bedroom retail sector, saving you, the customer, time, money and all the aches and pains (and sleepless nights) that come with buying the wrong mattress. Fitting you to the right mattress is similar to finding the right pair of glasses, or running shoes - it’s different for everybody. And with BedMATCH now available at Snooze Mornington, the peninsula’s leading bedroom

retailer, things have never been easier! All you have to do is visit them at the Peninsula Home Centre and ask for your free BedMATCH assessment, which works in three very simple steps. First, the BedMATCH system asks you and your partner a range of questions, including how you like to sleep and if you have any aches or ailments. Second, you and your partner will lie on the bed and BedMATCH will take your measurements. “The relaxing BedMATCH process feels like a gentle massage as it measures you to recommend mattresses providing the best postural support for your body type,” says Sarah Miller, Snooze Mornington franchisee. “No other bedding retailer offers this level of detailed analysis and given your mattress is designed to last 10-15 years, we want to make sure it’s going to be the right one for you.” Using a system that draws on in-depth scientific research, BedMATCH prints a profile listing a range of mattresses found at Snooze that can better suit your individual sleep needs. It’s that

easy. Pair your perfect mattress with your ideal base by using the Snooze BedBUILDER system that makes custom building your own bed simple, affordable and fun. Snooze also has the latest in quality bedding, furniture and accessories suited to a range of styles and budgets – everything you need when it comes to creating that perfect nighttime sanctuary we call the bedroom. Snooze Mornington Unit 5b, Peninsula Home Centre Corner Bungower Rd and Nepean Highway 5976 2411

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Treat your garden right with Peninsula Garden Doctor

Do you have a garden with huge potential but don’t know where to start? Have you got weeds and overgrowth causing chaos in your yard? Do you need an expert to provide advice on all things landscaping? The Peninsula Garden Doctor, Karl Sonntag, is the man you want to talk to. With greener thumbs than Shrek and a farming and horticultural background, Karl has spent many years

transforming unruly outdoor areas into beautifully maintained garden spaces. He has worked alongside other expert gardeners, rose specialists and landscapers and is a jack-of-all-trades when it comes to garden maintenance. Karl can provide advice on how to manage weeds, give tips for growing vegie gardens and teach you how to make the best use of your yard space. Complementing his passion for work and attention to detail is his friendly and reliable service. “I take great pride in my work and am rewarded by seeing the finished result,” he says. “I enjoy transforming neglected gardens from a state of chaos to order and beauty - and I’m not afraid to get my hands dirty!” Karl specialises in lawn rehabilitation and does so much more than simply taking the unenviable task of mowing off your hands. He is capable of all facets of gardening and property maintenance. (He can even mow large areas with his ride on mower, so if you’ve got a footy field that could use a trim, Karl is the man for the job!) According to the Garden Doctor, autumn is an ideal time to plant evergreen and deciduous trees, shrubs and hedging. It is also a good opportunity to condition your soil by adding mulch, compost and fertiliser. For more gardening tips, ‘like’ the Peninsula Garden Doctor on Facebook. To get a Peninsula Garden Doctor yard makeover, or for enquiries or quotes, phone Karl on 0410 434 823.

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Have you got an amazing photograph or piece of art you’d like framed?

Would you like your sporting memorabilia framed so you can proudly display it in your man cave? Do you have a precious item that you want to preserve but are having trouble finding a safe place for it? Then head on over to The Framers Gallery in Seaford. With their bright and bold new signage and red front door, you won’t be able to miss it! The Framers Gallery is the direct factory outlet for an established family-run business that provides quality custom framing for many art galleries around Melbourne. With years of experience framing a wide variety of items, from photographs and canvases to more complex goods like war memorabilia, baby shoes and Venetian masks, you can rest assured their work is of an exceptional standard. But this doesn’t make them any less affordable. Call in to see their amazing range of frames and discuss your options. The Framers Gallery’s creative consultants, who recently received a 2014 Service Award from Word of Mouth Online, say no job is too big or too small, and they enjoy coming up with unique designs and colour schemes that will perfectly showcase your treasured item. Their diverse team also do photo editing to restore your precious yet faded old images. They can even make a silly

face disappear from a photo by replacing it with one from another image - just like magic. Photo scanning and re-printing services are also available. Do you need a canvas stretched? Canvas stretching is very popular and is just one of the many handy services available at The Framers Gallery. Whether you’ve got an original painting you picked up overseas or a fabulous, eye-catching photograph, this is one way of making them look incredibly modern and stylish… a defining feature of your home. Mirrors can also be custom framed to match your style and décor, or to fit a particular space. And, yes there really is a small onsite gallery, so as you wander through, take the time to peruse the array of original canvases and prints, jewellery, pottery, handmade scarves and greeting cards, which are all for sale. This is a great place for buying gifts, as there really is something for everyone.

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Most people renovate once or twice in a lifetime, if they’re lucky.

More often than not, a renovation is in order for the potential of a house to be fully realised. But sometimes, a simpler refurbishment is possible. The first question you need to ask is, ‘Does the house have good bones?’ meaning a great floor plan where the rooms are well proportioned and flow logically from one space to the next depending on the way that you use them. Adapting the way you live to the way a house flows is much easier when the foundations are right. Good bones can get you around a lot of other shortcomings. It is almost all you need. Sometimes a purely cosmetic refurbishment is all that is required and can be no less transformative. From new colour schemes to polished floors. Kitchens that have a good layout and well-made existing joinery sometimes just need re-fronting and their bench tops updated, topping them off with some new hardware.

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RENOVATE OR REFURBISH? More obvious game changers around the house, such as light fittings, can transform a room without altering the original structural integrity. This also a great way to improve a lacklustre house and give it renewed personality. However, taking a low intervention approach when the bones aren’t right could end in a costly exercise. For instance, if the structure doesn’t have enough storage. Perhaps your house has an extension that is out-of-date or has a cramped, dark living area or a poor-functioning kitchen with no storage. Or you’ve got a growing family where privacy and own space is an issue. If this is the case, the house may need an overhaul and adding a room or level may be required. If you are thinking of renovating or refurbishing, give the team at Clever Colour & Design a call. They can assist with fresh, innovative and unique solutions to address any type of space or aesthetic concern. Clever Colour & Design Contact CLAIRE GEDDES 0438 211 826 www.clevercolour.com.au

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One of the greatest challenges when it comes to successfully maintaining your garden is getting through those long dry summers. It is important to keep your garden soil moist and healthy all year round. Mulching your garden beds is the ideal way to improve the health of your garden and help it to thrive through the drier times of the year. That’s where Transpacific comes in, with their commitment to green waste recycling, with quality mulch products created from local green waste for the benefit of residents, businesses and schools. Transpacific’s Peninsula Mulch is manufactured using best composting practices to ensure that they produce quality mulches that are free of weeds and plant pathogens. This quality mulch helps to conserve moisture in the soil around your plants and discourages weed growth.

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Transpacific offers quality mulch products created from local green waste. Manufactured using best composting practices, our mulches are free of weeds and plant pathogens, these assist to conserve moisture in your garden soil, protects against extreme temperature and discourages weed growth. With the hottest part of the year just around the corner, keep the summer garden happy by mulching. Transpacific provides mulch to a range of companies, schools, landscape gardeners and the general public. They deliver 7 days a week & daily delivery is available including public holidays, except Good Friday & Christmas Day. Phone Transpacific on 1300 858 656 or check out www.transpacific.com.au

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Layer up your windows with Dollar Curtains & Blinds Sheer Curtains. Manufactured right here in Victoria, these sheers add softness, texture and movement, as well as being the top interior design trend in window furnishings. Dollar Curtains & Blinds fulfilled the brief of delivering a master suite in this Mt Martha home (pictured) that is the client’s private sanctuary with the tonal hues and soft drape of their Wavefold sheer curtains. The Wavefold sheers drape with a smooth continuous wave effect creating a sleek and contemporary look - smooth, simple and elegant. The combination of sheer curtains and blockout roller blinds provides the functionality for complete control over

the room’s natural light. Opting for a blockout fabric in a roller blind provides the room darkening, privacy and insulation required for the bedroom. The sheers drape delicately diffusing the sunlight and softening the room. Together these components have created a haven the clients love to enter at the end of the day and wake up to each morning! If you are interested in creating this look in your home call 5975 3655 to book in your FREE in-home measure and quote, or drop by the Dollar Curtains & Blinds showroom in the Peninsula Homemaker Centre, Shop C4 1128-1132 Nepean Hwy, Mornington. The showroom is open Monday to Friday 9am–5.30pm, Saturdays 9am–5pm and Sundays 10am–4pm. ESTABLISHED 34 YEARS EXCELLENT ADVICE ON YOUR LIGHTING & ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

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Camerons Blinds & Awnings Are you searching for the perfect weather protection for your alfresco living area, or do your windows need shade from the sizzling hot sun? Look no further than Mornington Peninsula’s residential and commercial specialists, Camerons Blinds & Awnings. Celebrating 30 years as a Mornington Peninsula stalwart, Camerons Blinds & Awnings is a family owned and run business dedicated to quality manufacturing and 100% customer satisfaction. Offering you an extensive choice of madeto-measure shade and cover systems that are fully custom designed to suit your needs, their distinctive products are manufactured and assembled locally in their Carrum Downs factory. With Melbourne’s largest range of awnings,

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blinds, canopies, shades and shutters, Camerons also specialises in automation, repair and re-covers, custom sign-writing and professional installation. Camerons Blinds & Awnings also offer Ezipay no-interest-ever payment options and they will beat any comparative quote. So, with dedication to innovation, quality manufacturing, the biggest brands, superior fabrics, best price and customer service, be sure to visit Camerons Blinds & Awnings’ showroom to try their products and experience the difference yourself. Or give Camerons Blinds & Awnings a call today to arrange your no obligation, free measure & quote on 1800 GOOD AWNING. Camerons Blinds & Awnings Shop 3, 700 Frankston-Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs. www.cameronsblinds.com.au

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Welcome to Sasak Design, importers of handmade timber and rattan LIFESTYLE FURNITURE and homewares. This funky and modern business is now open direct to public, with quality products at wholesale prices. If you are looking for something a bit different and a bit individual to suit your unique style, they could have something there for you! So come on in to Shop 3 at 9 Rosebud Parade, Rosebud, to peruse their exciting range. Your special piece of furniture might be waiting for you, and could pick it up for half that cost of what you could pay at other retail outlets. Shop 3, 9 Rosebud Parade, Rosebud www.sasakdesign.com

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For a long time it was Karen Foster’s dream to help create gorgeous, stylish and relaxing interiors for other people’s homes. Harnessing her passion for all things beautiful, Karen was able to turn her dream into a reality back in January, when she opened her own furniture and homewares store in Dromana called ‘A Room with a View’. Creativity comes easily to Karen, who has been an artist on the Mornington Peninsula for the past 13 years and always gets a thrill when she is able to create something individual and strikingly beautiful at an affordable price. “I hunt high and low for my customers when I’m buying and with over 40 suppliers, it keeps me very busy,” she says.

All products must meet her strict criteria, they must be unique, aesthetically pleasing and also affordable. “We import prints from Italy (exclusive to my shop) and carefully select the framing to complement,” says Karen. “John William Waterhouse, an English turn of the century artist is a firm favourite of mine. He painted in the Pre-Raphaelite style, very romantic.” Karen has a passion for all things French. Their style, attention to detail and aesthetics in all things is reflected in much of the styling you will find at A Room with a View. Whether it be The Hamptons look, French provincial or beach house, style and elegance are the key features of any interior, says Karen, but above all else is the emphasis on comfort.

“Particularly in the living room. This is the room where we spend most of our time relaxing, so it has to invite you to ‘come and sit a while’.” “We also stock a range of unique French fragrances and room sprays... and we don’t forget the men. “We have the most divine room spray which smells just like a sexy Italian man has passed by!” Now that is one design feature many ladies will want in their homes. A Room with a View is located at Shop 4, 277-281 Point Nepean Road, Dromana. It is open from 10am to 4.30pm Tuesday to Saturday or by appointment. Phone 5981 8033 or email info@aroomwithaview.co

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As our summer crops begin to fade out and the days become shorter, the time is ripe to start planning for the cool season in the garden. But first we need to consolidate. Once the tomatoes, pumpkins and other main crops have given all they can, they can be carefully removed from the soil, torn up and incorporated into the compost pile. The free beds can then be layered with old compost and mulched ready for autumn plantings or a green manure crop. We can also begin sowing seeds in punnets for your cool season crop now. Broccoli, beetroot, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, kale, mustards, silverbeet and all the salad greens can be readied. Then in the next few weeks we can direct sow our broad beans, peas, radishes and turnips. Early onions and garlic bulbs will also go in during April and May. If you are new to growing your food at home or are thinking about getting started, this is a good time to start preparing your yard to grow more fruit and vegetables. If you have a back or front yard that receives more than 4 hours direct sunlight during winter you will be able to grow a significant proportion of your fresh food at home throughout the year. It

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John Barro has been the owner/operator of Tile Duct Carpet Cleaning for more than 22 years and has now brought his wealth of cleaning experience to the Mornington Peninsula. Having served the suburbs of metro Melbourne for many years, John built his business by cleaning carpets and upholstery and later introduced the cleaning of heating and cooling ducts, grout and tiles. He personally services his clients, with no subcontractors or franchisees, and provides a service that’s second to none. “If you’re considering cleaning your ducted heating system, it’s important to realise that up to 90% of the dust (made up of dust mites, pollens, germs and fungi) is located

just requires a bit of planning to work out the most suitable areas for your vegetable beds, fruit trees, berries, and … don’t forget the chooks! The most common method of backyard vegetable growing these days is using raised beds, constructed using rock/stone, corrugated iron or timber. Some thought should go into the material you use for your beds, as there are many options available. With most building materials there is a recycled alternative to consider that will do the same job as a new product, and there are some manufactured products that you might choose to stay away from all together (such as imported pre-fabricated beds). As far as health concerns go though, it is important to know if any of the materials you use have been chemically treated in any way, as some timbers are. Do some research! With the onset of the cooler weather and some rain now is a great opportunity to get some more plants in the ground, in particularly fruit trees and droughttolerant indigenous plants. Bare rooted fruit trees will be coming on shortly so it’s time to have a think about what fruit the family would like to enjoy from

in the air return ducting and heater interior. The dust and germs stored here breed and multiply and lay ready and waiting to blow themselves around your home for you to breathe in.” And as for the carpets where all that lays in wait…. John combats it using a restorative seven-step process with separate wash, rinse and dry cycles. His method is different to all others – the wash cycle softens deep down dirt and sticky residues and the rinse cycle removes them together with the cleaning solutions. Carpets stay cleaner for longer with this method and it is regarded as the most thorough way to clean carpets. Moving over to the tile cleaning section of the business, John’s specialist equipment leaves clients astounded at how years of built up grime and dirt is removed. More in depth information on all three sections of (Peninsula) Tile Duct Carpet Cleaning can be viewed on the company website at www.tileductcarpetcleaning. com.au Call 0404 326 595 or email info@ tileductcarpetcleaning.com.au for further details.

the backyard. You may be surprised at the range of varieties you can grow on the peninsula. As with all jobs in the garden, preparation is the key. Taking the time to plan your food garden will ultimately reward you with an abundance of fresh fruit and vegetables while maintaining an attractive and functional space.

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Quasimodo – making outdoor living easy Everyone enjoys spending time in their backyard! Whether it’s pottering around in the garden, enjoying a barbecue with friends, playing lawn cricket with the kids or sitting on your deck, sipping an ice cold drink on a sunny day. At the Garden of Quasimodo, the peninsula’s premier garden centre, they know how important it is to make the best use of your backyard. That’s why they stock a magnificent range of outdoor statues and sculptures, pots and garden décor, pools and spas, pizza ovens and water features – everything you need for relaxed, easy outdoor living. They even offer professional and affordable landscaping with Qscape, raising the bar of your backyard and elevating it to your very own slice of paradise. And 2015 is set to be the biggest and best year yet for Quasimodo, with the flashy new Bell Tower Café being constructed onsite and the addition of a host of new products and services, including the highly awaited Quasimodo brand (Corten) fire pits. One of the newest additions to Quasimodo is the Vegepod - the easiest way to grow your own vegetables right in your backyard. Vegepods are modular garden kits that connect together easily with a fully functional base container and side panels than can be used to create raised gardens in your yard or to expand your pod’s growing depth and area. While

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durable already, you can also attach a hinged vegecover to your pod to protect your crops from weather, animals and pests. Vegepods are self-watering, eco friendly and can be raised in height up to 80cm so you no longer have to bend down to reach your garden. Your back will thank you! They are simple to use and great learning tools for the kids - just add bagged potting mix and away you go! You’ll be feasting on your own crop of delicious, healthy vegetables before you know it. While you’re in-store, check out another of Quasimodo’s innovative products – the Versabox. Versabox is a multipurpose outdoor decorative box that can be used to house plants and herb gardens, and is great for storage, seating and water features. You can even use it as an esky and store your beers inside! Think you’ve heard enough reasons to visit Quasimodo? Well, this is only the beginning. The friendly and qualified team are also experts when it comes to water features, bird baths, instant turf and natural stone paving. And we can’t forget the cream of the crop – Pentablock. It has been described as ‘Lego for adults’ (and just as fun!), but in all seriousness this new state-of-the-art construction method is literally taking the building industry by storm. Pentablock is a unique construction block system with a natural stone façade that can be used to create retaining walls, feature walls, swimming pools and fencing.

VEGEPOD It is such a high quality product that it can be used up to seven storeys high in domestic and commercial construction. But it’s stronger, faster and cheaper than other materials AND stacks together dry, with no mortar needed. We know what you’re thinking – where do I sign up? Before you do anything, step inside the Garden of Quasimodo and see it for yourself. They’ve got everything you need to create your very own slice of outdoor paradise. Garden of Quasimodo Cnr Males Road and Moorooduc Highway, Moorooduc 5978 8700 gardenofquasimodo.com.au

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Located in the rural area of the Mornington Peninsula, this property is situated on approximately 4.5 acres with another half-acre of accessible land. This delightful 3 bedroom 2 storey home has been a family holiday haven for many years. The house is north facing and sits atop a ridge. The top level consists of open plan living with an additional cosy lounge. The two bedrooms located on this level are serviced by a large bathroom complete with spa bath. The balconies accessed from the dining area have panoramic views across undulating

rural land. The home is entered on the lower level through a large rumpus room with dry bar. There is a third bedroom complete with ensuite bathroom as well as a good sized laundry located on this level. The front section of the property has been cleared and houses the home, single lock up garage, double carport, single carport and two metal sheds. All the wiring for the electricity and telephone are underground. The rear section of the property has a cleared 2 metre wide walking track around the

boundary and across the rear of the home. This section is still covered in native vegetation. Motivated vendors, make an offer. Only an inspection will reveal all that this property has to offer. PROPERTY: 87 Sandy Road Fingal PRICE: $800,000 Inspect: Strictly by appointment Agent: Sandra Dunbar Ph: 5986 2830 www.sandradunbar.com.au

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Set in the prestigious area of McCrae, on the coveted Mornington Peninsula, this contemporary Radin built residence has been constructed to the highest standards and will impress the most discerning buyers who will be proud to call this their home. Large studio/office, or additional family room. Open plan living area with elevated dining and breathtaking views. Generous alfresco deck. Modern kitchen fitted with Caesarstone bench tops and a walk in pantry. 3 generous bedrooms all with walk in wardrobes, main with a walk in dressing room and luxurious en-suite bathroom. Fully equipped home theatre. A solar/salt swimming pool complete with its fitted cabana/pool house. An undercover spa bath completes the recreational facilities of this stylish home. The garage easily accommodates 4 cars with space for a workshop. Landscaped gardens allow time to luxuriate in this wonderful property.

Set on an easy care 702m2 site, this well maintained single level residence offers 2 spacious living areas, 3 generous bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Fresh presentation throughout, the central kitchen with walk-in pantry adjoins the casual living space, which flows to covered entertainment deck. Extensive glass provides a bright interior and lush green outlook from every window. Ducted heat, reverse cycle split system air conditioner and electronic sunblinds where required, ensure year round climate control. Designed with zoned living in mind, this flexible home with neutral decor will suit many buyers. Direct entry remote, double garage, paving, fencing, good dry storage and compact rear yard complete this peninsula lifestyle or investment property. PROPERTY: 101 Cinerama Cres, McCrae PRICE: $540-$570K Contact agent for inspections Agent: MJ Ross & Co, 215 Point Nepean Road, Dromana Phone: 5987 2800 Linda Wooley 0408 148 041

Only an inspection could possibly reveal all this home has to offer. Contact Sandra Dunbar on 0409 020 534 to arrange a private inspection

SANDRA DUNBAR REAL ESTATE 22 Somers Avenue McCrae 3938 Phone: 5986 2830 email: sandra@sandradunbar.com.au web: www. sandradunbar.com.au

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