Mornington News 18 October 2022

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THE Esplanade in Mount Martha received special attention last Sunday week (8 Oc tober), and it wasn’t just about the popular Around the Bay cycling event.

Volunteers took the opportunity to clean up the busy area while the road was closed for the bike ride and collected 321 kilograms of litter.

While watching the race, 13 volunteers took about 2.5 hours to collect the haul, which beat last year’s clean up by around 80 kilograms.

Much of the waste was soft plastic: bottles, bags, coffee cups and bottles as well as cans, tyres and cigarette butts.

The strangest thing volunteers found was a stair lift that is installed on home staircases to help people with mobility issues.

“The sad part is, for all the effort someone went to dump this, it could have been taken to the scrap metal recycling place, or the tip, for free,” organiser Amy Westnedge said.

Road trauma prompts $158m ‘shout’

Liz Bell liz@mpnews.com.au

MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire Council wants the state government to hand over at least $158 million for road improvements, after figures re vealed the shire has one of the highest number of road tolls in the state.

In the past decade there have been 73 fatalities on peninsula roads, according to Transport Accident Com

mission statistics. More than 1300 people were seriously injured over the same time, including pedestrians and cyclists.

The mayor Cr Anthony Marsh de scribed the statistics as shocking and said there was a lack of government assistance to address many of the peninsula’s dangerous road sites.

“Families are devastated by the trauma and death experienced on our roads and we need to take action to

make our roads safer,” he said.

“We should all be able to safely travel to school, work or holiday des tination. Road conditions, road safety infrastructure, and better cycling and pedestrian considerations will significantly affect safety across our vast road network. We must demand better from our politicians now – we urgently need $50 million to fix our dangerous roads.”

Marsh said the devastating impacts

of road trauma on the community were not just felt when someone lost their life.

Serious injuries were the “hidden” road toll, with ongoing pain, suffering and long-term impairment upending the lives of victims and their families.

The council is asking the state government for urgent cash injections of at least $50 million, including $25 million for upgrades to four high-risk intersections, $18 million for pedes

trian safety upgrades, and $7 million for improvements to on-road cycling lanes.

Further priorities include $40 million to make five more high-risk intersections safe, and $25 million to improve safety along the Western Port Highway.

The cash call is part of the council’s Shout Out campaign.

Details: mornpen.vic.gov.au/ SHOUTOUT

BIRTE Moliere was among the volunteers who cleaned up the Esplanade, Mount Martha during the Around the Bay cycling event. Picture: Supplied Race a good time for a clean up

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Vacant houses can be ‘risky’

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OWNERS of empty houses are being reminded of their obligations to maintain them following complaints that some vacant homes are attracting “unsavoury” behaviour and posing a fire risk.

Neighbours of a vacant house in Nepean Highway, Mornington, say their years of complaints to Mornington Peninsula Shire have gone “nowhere”.

One neighbour said that for almost four years residents had been urging council staff to do something about the overgrown

property.

“They did make an effort to make contact and ensure it was safe and not as much of a fire hazard as it has come to be, but it’s not really good enough,” she said.

“A contractor has come (about six months ago) and temporary fencing has been taken down and it was cleaned up, but there is green waste which is now a fire waiting to happen.

“It’s a free for all for unsavoury types to come in all day and night, people dropping waste there - trolleys, signs, trailer loads of old timber.

“I have made various attempts to speak to local councillors, this seems to be almost

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contradictory to what the peninsula prides itself on.”

Community safety and compliance man ager Shannon Maynard said the council was aware of the issue and had been in “constant contact” with the owner regarding clearing the property.

He said the property was partially cleared in March, but there was still more work to be done.

“There are processes in place under which council can clear a property and take the mat ter to court to recover costs and we have now given the owner a deadline for this,” he said.

“ I am hopeful this issue will be resolved before we get to that stage.”

Guns, drugs seized in raids

TWO men from Mount Martha and a man from Oak

leigh have been arrested after firearms and drugs were seized during police raids last week.

The arrests follow the execution of two search warrants on 11 and 12 October in Mount Martha and Oakleigh, and the seizure of three firearms, including a loaded gun, imitation firearm, air rifle, three prohibited knives, a slingshot and two tasers.

Also found were homemade firearm parts, homemade ammunition, about two kilograms of cannabis with an estimated street value of $40,000, small amounts of what is alleged to be LSD, mushrooms and a psyche delic substance known as DMT, around $900 cash, allegedly stolen identification cards, bank licence cards, a printer and an embossing unit.

With the assistance from the Viper taskforce, a 28-year-old Mt Martha man was arrested on 12 October and charged with the possession of a traffickable quan tity of firearms, as well as the possession of cannabis, ammunition, prohibited weapons, the proceeds of crime and possession of equipment to falsify legal documents. He appeared before the Frankston Magistrates Court later that day.

A 24-year-old Mount Martha man was also arrested and released pending summons for weapons-related offences.

As a result of the warrants, a 34-year-old Oakleigh South man was arrested on 11 October and subsequent ly charged with trafficking and possessing cannabis, as well as the possession of LSD, hallucinogen, ammuni tion prohibited weapons, imitation firearms, and the proceeds of crime.

He was bailed to appear before the Moorabbin Magis trates’ Court on 11 January 2023.

Police also issued cannabis cautions to two 24-yearold Oakleigh South men who were present during the search warrant.

Mornington Peninsula Divisional Response Unit Sergeant Adam Davey said the seizure of the firearms, drugs and prohibited weapons prevented them from ever reaching or causing harm to the community.

“Anyone threatening the safety of our community through the manufacturing or dealing of illicit firearms or drugs, will be arrested and will face a lengthy prison sentence,” he said.

OWNERS of vacant homes can be taken to court if they don’t maintain the property. Picture: Gary Sissons

Signing up to save environment

THOUSANDS of signatures have been added to an online petition calling for wastewater now being dumped into the ocean near Gun namatta to be made suitable for hu man consumption.

The “treated” water being dis charged at the south-eastern outfall in 2019-2020 contained 3.5 million kilograms of nutrients, according to the National Outfall Database.

Clean Ocean Foundation president Peter Smith said $60 million would enable the Eastern Treatment Plant (ETP) near Bangholme to produce purified recycled water.

Smith says treating the water to a higher level would make it more useful and reduce the pollutants that were having a detrimental effect on sea life (“Taxpayers’ cash ‘pours into the ocean’” The News 29/8/22).

The foundation has adopted the weedy seadragon as an emblem to emphasise the types of marine crea tures threatened by the pollutants.

Smith said the waste, dubbed “for ever chemicals”, included microplas tics, and other contaminants identified as threats to bull kelp forests and marine life including the seadragons and argonauts (nautilus octopus).

He said researchers throughout the world were alarmed about forever chemicals on the marine environment.

“The need to clean up this water once and for all is driven by increasing population pressures, increasing ur

banisation, development of our coastal regions, climate change and related water security issues,” Smith said.

“What happens with the Eastern Treatment Plant will be a test of Vic toria’s environmental credentials.

“It will determine whether the state continues to dump more than two Melbourne Cricket Grounds full of polluted water into our oceans and rivers daily while even more expen sive, energy hungry desalination plants proliferate on our coast.

“Or will it opt to act responsibly, safely recycle our water and protect rivers and coastline from needless pol lution for future generations?”

Smith said the outfalls had been identified as a primary driver of

eutrophication and excessive algal growth by the recent federal govern ment state of environment report and climate change

“Excessive nutrients are poisonous to bull kelp,” he said.

“Bull kelp forests provide critical habitat for a variety of endangered spe cies, If you take away the bull kelp you completely change the biodiversity.

“Any chance to restore these bull kelp forests to their former glory hinges on securing a much-needed upgraded ETP that would stop the nutrients and other pollutants from entering the marine environment.

“As well as removing the pollutants such an upgrade could also produce the same quantity and quality water

GUNNAMATTA beach has been closed for 10 days following health safety fears caused by partially treated sewage being pumped into the ocean through the south eastern outfall. “This event raises serious questions about the ability of Melbourne’s sewage treatment system’s to cope in the face of climate change now and into the future along with concerns we already have,” Clean Ocean Foundation CEO John Gemmill said.

suitable for any purpose”

“Emerging contaminants like PFAS, and the scourge of micro plastics from domestic washing machines have turned the re-use of Class A water into a risky business.”

Within days of starting the online petition Save the Weedy Seadragon. Modernise Victoria’s water policy to allow use of recycled water, it had been signed more than 11,000 times. Near the end of last week, the figure was fast approaching 20,000 signatures.

The foundation successfully cam paigned to clean up wastewater dis charged from the south eastern outfall is disappointed that the water is not used for more widely for agriculture despite poorer quality water from the

Western Treatment Plant being used on market gardens around Werribee.

It says the eastern treatment plant is “90 per cent of the way there” (with producing water for human consump tion) and taking it that one bit further is less expensive than building more “power hungry” desalination plants.

Foundation CEO John Gemmill said the “overwhelming response” to the petition “illustrates that our Clean Ocean Clean Water policy resonates with a large portion of the commu nity”.

“This also means that the current Victorian Sustainable Water Strat egy’s outright refusal to consider the use of purified recycled water to reduce ocean and riverine pollution and instead opting to rely on more desalination, including the proposed expansion of the existing plant at Wonthaggi and construction of one on Victoria’s surf coast is out of touch with community sentiment,” he said.

A three-point plan drawn up by the foundation includes upgrading the eastern treatment plant; capping pollut ants being discharged from Victorian outfalls; and a “citizens jury” to decide uses for “purified recycled water”.

Gemmill said Clean Ocean Foundation would continue “raising awareness of this critical issue” in the lead-up to the Saturday 26 November state election.

Sign the Clean Ocean Foundation petition at: change.org/p/save-theweedy-seadragon-modernise-victorias-water-policy-to-allow-use-of-recy cled-purified-water?redirect=false

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Bike jumps get six-week trial

MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire Council is considering a six-week pi lot program to iron out problems with illegal dirt bike jumps and tracks.

According to a council officer’s report to council on Tuesday (18 Oc tober) the past two years - particularly during COVID lockdowns - coincid ed with a “high number of reports of illegal dirt jumps” being built across the peninsula, mostly in and around Mount Martha and Mornington.

To ensure dirt jumps, skills parks and pump tracks are in “appropriate” locations and designed with the com munity, the council has also proposed to exhibit its draft strategy for moun tain bikes and BMXs.

Given the rise in makeshift jumps across the peninsula and concerns about the environmental and health and safety implications, the coun cil and police have been forced to remove several community-made jumps.

In 2020 the clampdown sparked a petition calling for more places to use mountain and BMX bikes on the peninsula.

Community feedback in 2021 found that the public (mainly children) wanted to be involved in the building of dirt jumps and where they were allowed to be built.

Under the draft strategy a six-week dirt jumps program will be trialled at Citation Reserve, Mount Martha. Cycling Australia and trail build ing company Trailscapes will work with the community to build the dirt jumps.

The outcomes of the pilot program will inform the final strategy on

THIS illegal jumps track on a public reserve in Mount Eliza was flattened for safety. Picture: Supplied council’s future approach to managing community-built dirt jumps.

The draft strategy was developed after consultation with Parks Victoria, Red Hill Riders, Mornington Cycling Club, Balcombe Estuary Reserves Group, schools, Youth Advisory Com mittee, Somers Bike Park Community

Project, Hillview Quarries, AusCy cling and Municipal Association of Victoria insurers.

The draft strategy outlines a plan to provide recreational bike parks to “meet the community’s need for more informal recreation opportunities”.

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SENIOR Constable Tiffany O’Connor, of Mornington police, spoke to grade six students at Osborne Primary School, Mount Martha last week about safety concerns affecting young people. The session saw police talk about wearing helmets, getting to and from school safely, avoiding distractions when commuting, public transport safety tips, and legalities regarding e-scooters.

Drugs, alcohol top crime concerns

A SURVEY by Victoria Police conducted has shown people affected by drugs and alcohol tops the list when it comes to the concerns of Morn ington Peninsula residents. Second on the list of concerns was youth offending, followed by other antisocial behaviour and hoon driving

Local area commander Inspector Terrance Rowlands said it was a timely to inform the peninsula community about what police have been doing to combat these types of offending and other instances of crime.

“We have implemented the Neighbourhood Policing Program which has a strong focus on visible policing along with the ability for you as community members to reach directly in and

inform us as to where issues in your community lie,” he said.

“We have in place Operation ASBO which tar gets anti-social behaviour and drug and alcohol fuelled violence in our communities.

“We continue to have a strong liquor accord with the many licensed premises within our communities and have adopted a zero tolerance approach to anti-social behaviour across the peninsula.

“Operation Achilles targets intentional high risk driving, and Operation Crush targets the illegal riding of motorcycles.”

Rowlands said there would be mobile and static patrols on all roads over long weekends.

Police had a “strong focus” on reducing youth offending and working with the Justice Depart ment “implementing measures to steer youth offenders away from crime”.

He said summer would initially see an influx of school leavers and then visitors “enjoying the many attractions the peninsula has to offer”.

“Local police have planned well in advance to ensure not only those that reside on the penin sula but those visiting are kept safe,” Rowlands said. “I’m passionate about our service to the peninsula community and committed to ensuring your ongoing safety.”

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State Labor Party not yet on board vital train project.

THE long-awaited extension of the Frankston Metro line to Baxter received a massive boost on 8 October when the Victorian Opposition promised $746 million to fund the project.

This announcement will put pressure on the incumbent State Labor government to match the funding in the lead-up to November’s state election.

Victorian Labor has so far refused to back the visionary project even though Federal Labor, now in government, supports it.

Electrification of the metro line from Frankston to Baxter is estimated to cost $971 million – the Opposition’s $746 million plus the federal government’s $225 million.

The region – already receiving less than its fair share of state government funding – will lose the federal funding if State Labor continues to reject the project.

Victorian Opposition Leader Matthew Guy has now said that, if elected in November, his Liberal–Nationals government would build a double track 8km from Frankston to Baxter with new stations and parking at Frankston East and Langwarrin to service more than 200,000 residents living in Frankston’s east and on the Mornington Peninsula.

Committee for Greater Frankston welcomed the announcement. Chairperson Rod Evenden said: “We now call on Victorian Labor candidates to commit to a similar investment in our future.”

The announcement followed the release of two reports that Mr Evenden says “explain in detail the public transport injustice faced by the people of Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula – and the region’s urgent need for state government infrastructure funding”.

A report from the left-leaning think tank the McKell Institute reveals Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula are second-last and last in an assessment of all Melbourne councils for access to public transport.

And a second report from Melbourne planning and economics consultant Urban Enterprise compares government spending in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula with Frankston and Mornington Peninsula –two similar regions – to show stunning neglect of the latter region.

The Frankston & Mornington Peninsula Benchmarking Analysis reveals Geelong and the Bellarine is set to receive ten times the amount of funding for infrastructure projects than that planned

• Report rates Frankston and Mornington Peninsula last for public transport.

• Frankston-Mornington Peninsula receive ten times less infrastructure funding than Geelong-Bellarine Peninsula.

• Liberal Party will fund Frankston train line extension if elected.

for the more populous Frankston and Mornington Peninsula — with $6.2 billion ($22,823 a person) worth of infrastructure projects in the pipeline compared to just $0.72 billion ($2,317 a person) for Frankston and Mornington Peninsula.

Released around the same time, the McKell report found that Melbourne has the highest level of public transport inequality of any Australian capital city. It says public transport access was skewed heavily towards wealthier communities, while outer suburbs like Frankston and the adjacent Mornington Peninsula region are starved of basic public transport infrastructure such as commuter park and rides at stations, and frequent bus services.

Mr Evenden said: “While we languish after years of neglect, governments and transport planners lavish grand visions of new train tunnels on inner and middle ring suburbs. It’s simply not fair.”

Committee for Greater Frankston Vice-Chairperson Pippa Hanson added: “The Committee and its supporters don’t for a moment begrudge funds allocated to Geelong, but the comparison shows the massive neglect of our region by successive state governments.

“In 2020, fixing Frankston’s public transport connectivity was recognised by Infrastructure Australia as a national infrastructure priority that needed to be built within five years.

“How much expert opinion does the state government need before it acts? It’s time for this state government to step up and stop ripping off the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston.”

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School home for the birds

MORNINGTON Men’s Shed helped students at St Macartans Primary School, Mornington assemble nesting boxes for the school’s gardens on Friday.

The 12 nesting boxes will provide a safe place for native birds to thrive and give students an understanding of the importance of healthy ecosystems and of protecting wildlife as part of

learning about the environment.

The bird boxes are specifically suited to providing homes for musk and little lorikeets, kookaburras and eastern rosellas.

Men’s shed spokesman Tony Sinclair said it was a great session and the three groups of students were excited to be doing something positive for their environment.

Pop by and learn about your bigger, better Frankston Hospital

Construction of the Frankston Hospital redevelopment is well underway and we’re inviting the local community to learn more about this exciting project.

Come and see us at a pop-up community information session to see the designs and find out more about what the redeveloped hospital will deliver for families in Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula.

Dromana Community Market

Saturday 22 October, 8am–12pm

Mt Eliza Farmers’ Market Sunday 23 October, 9am–12pm

U3A Southern Peninsula celebrated this year’s seniors week with afternoon tea at the Dromana Community Hall.

The 100 guests, including Cr Antonella Celi and MP for Nepean Chris Brayne, were treated to a display of some of the activities U3A South ern Peninsula has to offer.

The Scottish Country Dancing Troupe showed

its talents, and the Singing for Fun group involved the entire room with a Judith Durham tribute singalong.

Art classes displayed their works and after noon tea was provided by the catering team.

To learn more about what U3A Southern Pen insula has to offer visit u3asouthpen.org.au

For more information, visit vhba.vic.gov.au/frankston-hospitalredevelopment or scan the QR code.

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MEMBERS of Mornington Men’s Shed with bird nesting boxes at St Macartans Primary School, from left, Charli, David Chamberlain, Tony Sinclair, Hugh, Nia, Mario Messina, Tyler and Alan Grimes. Picture: Gary Sissons

Long walk raises money for research

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SUNDAY’S Bloody Long Walk on the Mornington Peninsula helped focus the spotlight on a little-known illness that impacts hundreds of Aus tralians every year.

The Bloody Long Walk raises money to enable much-needed support to patients and their families and re search into the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure of mitochondrial

The walk on Sunday 16 October raised $370,000 and took participants 35 kilometres along country and coastal paths, starting at the quaran tine station at Portsea and finishing at Martha Cove marina, Safety Beach.

Leigh Caulfield and his wife Laura, whose 13-year-old son Tyler was diagnosed with mitochondrial disease two years ago, said events such as The Bloody Long Walk were vital in raising awareness and money for re search, given the disease’s low profile.

The Caulfields completed their fifth walk on Sunday, their second on the peninsula.

“The peninsula is just such an amaz ing place to walk, and to know we are raising awareness and helping raise money for research is great,” Leigh Caulfield said.

“It’s a fun thing to do while you are also doing something to help, because you can take your time, stop for a cof fee along the way.

“Most of us just jumped in the water when we finished at Portsea last year,.”

With that walk Caulfield raised

$11,800, one of the highest amounts in the state, while his group of family and friends reached $16,800.

Mitochondrial disease (mito) is a debilitating and potentially fatal disease that affects one in 5000 people and reduces the ability of the mitochondria to produce this energy. Mitochondria are the power houses of the cell, providing the body with more than 90 per cent of its energy needs.

When the mitochondria are not working properly, cells begin to die until eventually whole organ systems fail and the patient’s life itself is compromised.

There is no cure and few effective treatments. Caulfield said his son started to lose his vision and hear ing when he was about 10 but wasn’t diagnosed until he underwent genetic diagnostic testing.

“Once we got the diagnosis it was easier to deal with, and there is so much support available from the Mito Foundation,” he said.

“They have put us in touch with other sufferers and helped us get grants for my son’s school.”

The Bloody Long Walk is owned and operated by the Mito Foundation Details: bloodylongwalk.com.au/ mornington-peninsula/

Fossil talk

MORNINGTON’S aptly named Fos sil Beach will be the subject of a talk at Saturday’s (22 October) annual general meeting of Balcombe Estu ary Reserve Group Mount Martha.

The talk by former Mornington Peninsula Shire environment officer Ian Stevenson will cover the geologi cal formations of Fossil Beach, fossil evolution and former cement works.

The talk and AGM starts 9.30am in room 18 at Mount Martha House. Register at: trybooking.com/ CCUKM

Woodlands picnic

MOUNT Eliza Woodland Residents Association has invited Woodland residents to a community gather ing at Mount Eliza Regional Park’s lakeside picnic area from 10.30am on Saturday 22 October (BYO picnic and barbecue).

The association says the picnic will be an opportunity for Woodlands residents to meet its new committee and other residents. For more infor mation call 0409 952 403.

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LEIGH Caulfield, left, with son Tyler and wife Laura, says The Bloody Long Walk on the Mornington Peninsula is an opportunity to take in the spectacular scenery of the peninsula. Picture: Supplied

Heritage listing for pier

Heritage Council of Victoria has added Flinders pier to the State Heritage Register.

The pier, originally built in 1866 and re-aligned in the early 1970s, now joins the likes of Station and Queen scliff piers by having its historical significance formally recognised and protected under the state’s heritage controls.

The pier was due to be demolished last February, but relentless community pressure forced a government backflip in May, resulting in a state budget allocation of $1.5million for emergency repairs.

Chairperson of the Save Flinders Pier campaign, Charles Reis, said the heritage listing delivered certainty to the pier’s future and put a line underneath the cam paign, which garnered widespread support from around the world.

“Recognition of the Flinders pier on the State Herit age Register brings obligations for the preservation and maintenance of the full 320-metre structure,” he said.

“Heritage listing should now ensure that this valuable maritime asset will be maintained and preserved for future generations of Victorians.”

Parks Victoria announced in July that engineering studies of Flinders pier were complete, but Reis said there had been no update since on the tender process or when contractors were likely to start work.

Reis urged the state government to start repairs quickly.

“The important lesson we learnt as a small coastal community is that we have a voice,” he said.

“And if we underpin our voice with sensible reason ing and amplify it enough, the government will listen, our state has dozens of coastal and inland piers and jetties in need of repair, each with a story and history unique to its location.

“Victoria needs a strategy that recognises the value of these piers, and Parks Victoria needs adequate funding to protect them."

The inclusion of Flinders pier on the State Heritage Register concludes a campaign that drew in nearly 45,000 supporters, including Sir David Attenborough, who spoke out in support of protecting the pier’s habitat for the weedy seadragon.

Flinders pier is the first pier on the Mornington Penin sula to be listed on the State Heritage Register.

Paddling, a new option at camp

VISITORS at Lord Somers Camp, Somers can choose to use 12 new stand-up paddle boards, thanks to a $9648 community grant from South East Water.

Lord Somers Camp and Powerhouse host more than 100,000 people each year, helping disadvantaged children and families, while ATLAS weekend camps for teenagers hosts young people from refugee or newly migrated backgrounds.

The volunteer run camps are aimed at building confidence, growing friendships and

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as a cultural exchange helping participants adjust to a new life in Australia.

The paddle boards will have their maiden voyage as part of the first group program after the pandemic, with the experience also being a first for many of the campers.

South East Water managing director Lara Olsen said there was a strong connection between water and staying healthy and active.

“We’re proud our community grants are supporting a program such as this which supports our young people to learn about the

importance of health and mental wellbeing.

The paddle boards will help provide good so cial health opportunities for young people to connect and enjoy our waterways,” she said.

“Programs like this and all of those sup ported by our community volunteers are in valuable. It’s great that by providing funding for equipment South East Water can play a small part in helping grass roots organisations such as Lord Somers bring their ideas to life.”

Details: sew.com.au/communitygrants

SOUTH East Water managing director Lara Olsen and MP for Eastern Victorian Region, Tom McIntosh, joined participants of Lord Somers ATLAS Camp in Somers to unveil the new stand-up paddle boards paid for with a South East Water community grant.

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Playground’s room for improvement

FLINDERS Pre-School has been given $170,000 under the state government’s “building blocks” program to upgrade its playground.

The money will be used to create an outdoor learning environment in a natural setting.

Education leader Judith Park said the money would go towards improving accessibility and inquiry learning, as well as increasing Indig enous links by removing the non-indigenous plants and replacing them with indigenous plants

in a landscape that connects land, people, history and culture.

The new landscaping will be aimed at provid ing physical and cognitive challenges, build ing confidence, resilience and opportunities to navigate risk.

Flinders Pre-School is offering free kinder for three and four-year-old groups in 2023, with spaces still left in the three-year-old group Tues days and Fridays.

NEPEAN MP Chris Brayne at the Flinders Pre-School playground with Zoe, Matilda and Harvey. Picture: Supplied

Colourful start to party’s campaign

THE Animal Justice Party has joined other political parties by adopting a colour.

Joining Labor’s red, Liberal blue, Greens green and teal will be the AJP’s purple.

Described as a “dramatic purple re-branding”, party announced its new colour last week along with its state election candidates for all three the Mornington Peninsula’s lower house seats.

Pamela Engelander, who unsuccessfully stood for the federal seat of Flinders in May, will con test Nepean, Leonie Schween Mornington and Tyson Jack Hastings.

Engelander gave her priorities, if elected, as “preventing species extinction, the threat of additional pandemics resulting from zoonotic disease and adopting the IPCC (Intergovernmen tal Panel on Climate Change) recommendation for a rapid shift to plant-based diets”.

Schween, a lawyer with experience in policy, legislation, environment and planning, regularly

volunteers as an animal carer at The Briars, Mount Martha.

Her priorities include protecting the penin sula’s green wedge and native bushland as well as “greater support for wildlife and domestic animal carers and rescuers”.

Jack, who grew up on the peninsula and has been vegan for 10 years, says he is standing “to be a voice for the most vulnerable individuals in our community to help protect and assist those in need”.

He lists his priorities as being “to listen and learn from members of the community in his electorate and provide safer conditions and qual ity of life for animals around Victoria”.

The Animal Justice Party was founded in 2009 and in 2018 saw the election of its first MP, Andy Meddick, in Western Victoria.

The party this year intends running candidates in all 88 lower house seats. Keith Platt

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NOT to be outdone in the political colour stakes, the Animal Justice Party supplied pictures with purple borders of their candidates on the Mornington Peninsula. From left, Pamela Engelander, Nepean; Leonie Schween, Mornington; and Tyson Jack, Hastings

Plans for more rail bridges

THE state government is planning to build more rail bridges along the Frankston train line to make it level crossing-free.

Under the state government’s plan, sky rail would be built over Wickham Road and Highett Road in Highett, McDonald Street in Mordialloc, Station Street in Aspendale, and over Armstrongs Road and Station Street in Seaford. The state gov ernment expects the project to be complete by 2029.

Rail under road is proposed to replace the Groves Street level crossing in Aspendale. The level crossings at Latrobe Street in Mentone and Bear Street in Mordialloc will be closed, making the entire Frankston line free of level crossings.

In a statement the state government said that the Highett rail bridge would “minimise land ac quisition and avoid a four-month closure of the Frankston Line.” It also said that the proximity of Mordialloc Creek and Kananook Creek to level crossings make rail bridges the best options in those areas.

The Premier Daniel Andrews said the state gov ernment is “on budget and well ahead of schedule with our unprecedented level crossing removal

projects, and now we’ll make the Frankston Line level crossing free – delivering huge benefits to lo cal communities.”

Mordialloc MP Tim Richardson said “with the removal of these dangerous and congested level crossings improving safety, reducing conges tion and creating better connections for our com munity. We’ve seen so much investment on the Frankston Line but there is more work to be done.”

At Parkdale, plans to build sky rail have sparked a community backlash. An online survey conduct ed by Kingston Council last year found that 76 per cent of residents wanted a rail under road solution at Parkers Road and Warrigal Road instead.

A statement on Facebook from resident group

No Skyrail Parkdale slammed the state govern ment’s new plans. “Why the insane obsession with trains, when our hospital system and emergency services are in meltdown,” the group said. “Clear ly they think they can get away with it before the election. It gives the local communities no time to ask questions or mobilise any sort of opposition.

What a disgrace.”

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COMMUNITY Bank Mt Martha will launch Mt Martha Stronger Community Grant Program on 25th October 2022, via its website: www.mmcel.com.au

The Board of Community Bank Mt Martha has allocated $200,000 to this Grant round, which Not-for-Profit entities located in the 3934 Postcode (Mt Martha) or who currently bank with Community Bank Mt Martha will be eligible to apply.

The timetable for the programme is:

Date: 10 am AEDT on 25th October 2022

Closing date and time: 5.00pm AEDT on 18th January 2023

Please take account of time zone differ ence when submitting your application Operating policy entity: Mount Martha Community Enterprises Ltd (MMCE) Administering entity: Mount Martha Community Enterprises Ltd

Enquiries: If you have any questions, contact Gary Sanford, Branch Man ager, Community Bank Mt Martha on 0409194314.

Date guidelines released: 10th October 2022

Type of grant opportunity: Closed noncompetitive

Grant Guidelines, Facts Sheet and FAQ will be released on 10th October 2022.

Up to 20 applicants will be considered in the Grant round and will be recommended by a local “Consultation Committee”, which will be formed around the time the applications close on 18th January 2023. Nick Roberts, Chairman of the Board said” It’s very satisfying, that after all the hard work by past and present members of the Board, over the last 11 years, that the company is now in a position to embark of programs like this. This is on top of our annual sponsorship budget, which will see us fund almost $400,000 this financial year. Thank you to our local community who support our branch and are making funding likes these possible”

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Checks on gambling

GAMBLING inspectors will be checking rules are being followed across the Mornington Peninsula at horse races and gaming venues during the Spring Racing Carnival.

The next major event at Morning ton racecourse will be the Peninsula Cup on Sunday 30 October, although inspectors from the gaming regulator the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) will also ensure electronic betting terminals and gaming machines are properly supervised at other venues.

Bookmakers at race meetings have been told they cannot accept bets from anyone who is intoxicated or aged under 18; accept bets from adults on behalf of minors; and must have their ID, registration and respon sible gambling code on hand.

CEO Annette Kimmitt said inspec tors would show zero tolerance if deliberate breaches were found and the VGCCC would take “appropriate regulatory and disciplinary action”.

“Complying with Victoria’s gam bling laws is a bare minimum. This spring racing season we want to see industry participants step up to both their legal and social obligations and expect gaming operators to protect the community from gambling harm,” Kimmitt said. “Now that we have warned bookmakers and Tabcorp we will be watching, we will not shy away from taking strong action including fines and other regulatory action.

“We’re here to help ensure the industry operates with integrity, and is safe and fair.”

Complaints about suspected intoxi cated, underage people gambling or placing bets can be made at www. vgccc.vic.gov.au or call 1300 182 457.

Albanese asked to ‘deliver’ peninsula transport projects

By Zoe McKenzie*

THE first Albanese budget next week will be an important one for the residents of the Morning ton Peninsula.

Not because the new government promised anything for the peninsula last May - aside from a national program for community batteries for which only the township of Flinders was due to benefit.

In my first week in parliament, I wrote to the prime minister, seeking support for local rail and road projects, and I have discussed our needs in terms of skills, training, infrastructure, and local services in aged and disability with his ministers and neighbouring MPs to ensure the pressures on the peninsula are understood.

Importantly, there is around $350 million in historical budget allocations for the peninsula which have not yet been spent on the projects for which they were intended.

This includes $225 million for the electrifica tion and duplication of the Stony Point railway from Frankston to Baxter, $75 million for the Jetty Road, Rosebud overpass, and more than $20 million for improvements to two major intersections on the Nepean Highway, at Forest Drive and Uralla Road in Mount Martha.

Without access to any major public transport, most peninsula residents are reliant on private vehicles. Each weekday, more than 47,000 of us get in our car and head to work. Even more get in the car for the school drop, to visit friends and family, or head out to the local shops - 82 per cent of the Peninsula has no access to public transport.

For our car-dependent residents, the only change so far has been a tax increase, with a 22

cent a litre increase in the excise tax at the end of September.

In terms of public transport, a single-track V/ Line train line links Frankston to Crib Point, with an intermittent diesel-powered train running every couple of hours between Frankston and Stony Point on the weekend, and marginally more frequently during the week.

This is the only non-electrified line in”‘metroMelbourne’ - unquestionable proof that at least in the minds of some in Spring Street, that the peninsula is regional, undeserving of the metro politan standard of public transport.

However, in what should be cause for opti mism, as shadow infrastructure minister in 2018, now Prime Minister Anthony Albanese commit ted to the full electrification and duplication of the railway between Frankston and Baxter.

In a 2018 press release which can still be found on the prime minister’s website, it says, “Federal Labor is an advocate of the electrification and duplication of the Stony Point line to Baxter to improve train services for commuters across Dunkley and on the Mornington Peninsula”.

It goes on: “In 2016, federal Labor committed funding for a business case to ensure the project could proceed as soon as possible upon the elec tion of a federal Labor government.”

Well, “as soon as possible” has a date, and that is budget night, Tuesday 25 October.

Assuming the commitment remains unchanged on budget night, it will fall to the state govern ment to do its part and complete the extension, and for this we look to state candidates for the major parties - the only candidates capable of guaranteeing financial commitments under a government led by either major party.

A week ago, Liberal candidate [for Hastings] Briony Hutton committed a future Victorian coalition government to directing $971 million to electrify and duplicate the line to Baxter and build Baxter a new transit interchange. Given the prime minister’s support for this infrastructure, I hope Hastings’ Labor candidate, Paul Mercurio, will do the same.

The upkeep of our roads network is vital to ensure we can get around quickly and safely.

The Jetty Road overpass has had guaranteed federal funds since 2019, and yet works have still not begun. As with the Baxter rail, I look to major party candidates at the forthcoming state election, Nepean Labor MP Chris Brayne and [Liberal] Sam Groth, to ensure the overpass becomes a reality.

These commitments are relevant to jobs: to the tens of thousands of residents who use our roads each day to get to work, but also to the hundreds of tradies who will contribute to the build of this critical infrastructure in due course. Ultimately, we all benefit.

This is one area that will not be fixed without collaboration between federal and state govern ments. The Victorian government is the only level of government which can design and build the rail network, as well as maintain and upgrade major roads. It schedules the works, and it rolls the trucks. No Victorian government attention means, quite simply, no action.

With a state election at the end of November, now is time for all candidates to put their com mitments on the table for the improvement of our major arterials and public transport net works. It’s time to get this done.

* Zoe McKenzie is the Liberal MP for Flinders

Labor rules out rail plan ‘without checks’

Brodie Cowburn

THE state government will not match the oppo sition’s pledge to electrify the Frankston line to Baxter.

Frankston MP Paul Edbrooke told The News he is concerned that the project could wipe out homes, land, and the historic Frankston signal box

“Before anyone decides on a project that po tentially requires the bulldozing of hundreds of homes, destruction of 10 hectares of green wedge land, and the demolition of the 100-year-old Frankston signal box, a huge amount of commu nity consultation should take place,” he said.

“I have people at my office asking me if their home is going to be bulldozed now. I’m not sure [the opposition] has had a look at the business case.”

The business case, completed before the COV ID-19 pandemic, read that the electrification and duplication of the Frankston line to Baxter could cost $1.5 billion. The state opposition said that the project would cost $971 million when it an nounced it would build it in the next four years if elected.

Business lobby group Committee for Greater Frankston has been calling for the state govern

ment to pay for the Frankston line extension to Baxter for years. It says that a new report claim ing that the Geelong region is set to receive more government money for infrastructure projects than Frankston in the next five years showed the need for urgent action.

The Urban Enterprise report, finalised in August, states that Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula has $6.2 billion in infrastructure projects in the pipe line over the next five years. The Frankston and Mornington Peninsula areas were measured as having a combined amount of $721 million.

Committee for Greater Frankston president Rod Evenden said Frankston is being “ripped off” com pared to other areas.

“Geelong will receive 10 times more money per person for planned infrastructure even though both cities and their peninsulas have comparable econo mies and are similar distances from Melbourne,” Evenden said. “The disparity has been felt by the community for some time, but this report confirms the gap is now massive.”

Edbrooke disputed the findings of the report.

“I’m not comparing us to other areas, but there’s been more investment here in the last four years than the last 40,” he said.

As well as money for Frankston Hospital and two stages of Chisholm TAFE “we have over $2 billion invested removing every level crossing”.

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THURSDAY GUILLAUME’S PARIS

SBS, 8pm

Chef Guillaume Brahimi (left) continues his tour of the arrondissements of Paris as his latest journey takes him to the 11th and 12th boroughs. Brahimi’s homecoming is full of nostalgia and adoration for the city of lights. This week, he shows off Paris’s sweeter side when visiting a chocolate factory. Run by Alain Ducasse, this factory is much fancier than anything you might have seen before, and Brahimi’s sweet tooth gets quite the workout with the delectable treats on offer.

MONDAY THE BLOCK

NINE, 7.30pm

It’s time for the couples to get their hands even dirtier as Landscape Week kicks off on The Block. It’s an epic undertaking – transforming and redesigning 10 acres of backyard in seven days – but the Blockheads clearly aren’t afraid of a challenge. With vpressure mounting as auction day approaches, it’s understandably tense when host Scott Cam and his offsider Shelley Craft varrive to get the lay of the land and check out progress.

FRIDAY KNIVES OUT

SEVEN, 8.30pm

A famous detective investigates the death of a renowned crime novelist in this enjoyable romp. Director Rian Johnson (Looper The Last Jedi) and an all-star cast inject plenty of fun into this nearperfect whodunnit. Detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) investigates the eccentric Thrombey family after the suspicious death of their patriarch Harlan (Christopher Plummer), one of the best-selling mystery authors of all time. At the centre of the mystery is Harlan’s nurse Marta (Ana De Armas, above). Toni Collette, Jamie Lee Curtis and Chris Evans deliver performances to remember.

FRIDAY THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW

TEN, 8.30pm

Graham Norton always gets a superb collection of guests, but he might just have outdone himself in this season 30 premiere. For starters, Jamie Lee Curtis drops by to discuss Halloween Ends. Comedy royalty Eric Idle speaks about surviving cancer, but does so with his usual irreverence and humour. If that’s not enough, David Tennant and Lydia West also take a seat on the famous red couch to discuss their latest projects on stage and screen.

To cap it all off is this week’s musical guest – fresh off his amazing AFL Grand Final appearance – the inimitable Robbie Williams.

Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: I Do, Or Die: A Killer Arrangement. (2020, Mav, R) 2.00 Kochie’s Business Builders. 2.30 Motorbike Cops. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.00 Travel Guides. (PGls, R)

Pointless. (PG)

Tipping Point. (PG)

Afternoon News.

Millionaire Hot Seat.

News.

Current Affair.

(PGdl) Follows the activities of police units.

(Mam) Paramedics find

driver who has had a seizure and crashed.

The Talk. (PGa) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PGa, R) 8.00 10 News First: Breakfast. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGa, R) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Entertainment Tonight. 3.00

The Project.

guests are the Backstreet Boys.

Gogglebox Australia.

viewers

Kath’s attempts to make a fruit hat for her floral design course go awry when she loses phone reception.

Latest: Seven News.

Be Advised.

The Ball That Changed Cricket. (PGl, R)

Home Shopping.

NBC Today.

Seven Early News.

Sunrise.

mother who is having a stroke is treated.

A+E After Dark. (Mlm) A man

beaten with a baseball bat.

Nine News Late.

New Amsterdam. (Mam)

Genius. (Premiere,

12.40

Shop: Home

TV

shows.

Real Love Boat Australia.

singles are hoping to find their ferry-tale ending as they sail into Civitavecchia, Italy. However, as some couples become stronger, others will be left high and dry. Hosted by Darren McMullen.

To Be Advised.

The Project. (R)

Special guests are the Backstreet Boys.

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

Graham Norton hosts The Graham Norton Show

ABC

6.00

Mornings.

SBS

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Peer To Peer. (PG)

10.00 Great Irish Interiors. (Premiere) 11.00

Australia With Julia Bradbury. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Rise Of Empires. (Mavw, R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 Destination

Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up

With Adam Liaw. (PG, R) 4.05 Who Do You

Think You Are? (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

SEVEN

6.00 Sunrise.

9.00 The Morning Show. (PG)

11.30 Seven Morning News.

12.00 MOVIE: Dead At 17. (2008, Mav, R) 2.00 House Of Wellness. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.

6.00 Seven News.

6.00 The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news.

ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories.

7.30 Gardening Australia. Millie Ross meets inspiring neighbours.

Frankly. Fran Kelly chats with some of the biggest names and brains in Australia and from around the globe.

9.10 All Creatures Great And Small. (Return, PG) James’ parents are overjoyed when he is offered a position at a practice in Glasgow.

9.55 Annika. (Ma, R) The body of a scientist is found in a loch.

10.45 ABC Late News.

11.00 Summer Love. (Final, Mls, R) 11.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Secrets Of The Lost Liners: America. (PG) A look at the SS America

8.30 Good With Wood. (PG) Hosted by Mel Giedroyc.

9.25 World’s Greatest Hotels: George V, Paris. (R) Takes a look at Hotel George V.

10.15 SBS World News Late.

10.45 Das Boot. (Masv, R)

11.40 The Pier. (Mlns, R) 3.25 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mals, R) 4.20 Food Safari. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour Down

Under Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.

Fast Ed cooks a porterhouse steak.

8.30 MOVIE: Knives Out. (2019, Mal, R)

An eccentric detective is enlisted to investigate the untimely death of a renowned crime novelist, and must deal with the deceased’s conniving family and a web of lies to uncover the truth.

Daniel Craig, Ana De Armas, Chris Evans.

11.15 To Be Advised.

1.00 Ant Middleton & Rebel

Wilson: Straight Talking. (Mal, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.

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Cruise Away.

Living.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG)

11.30 Morning News.

12.00 MOVIE: Abduction Of Angie. (2017, Mav, R)

1.45 Garden Gurus Moments. (R)

2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (R)

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo: Daphne’s Dentist. (PGm)

A look at sustainability at Taronga Zoo.

8.30 MOVIE: The Intern. (2015, Mal, R)

A 70-year-old retired widower is hired as a senior intern for an online fashion startup. Robert De Niro, Anne Hathaway.

10.50 MOVIE: Ted. (2012, MA15+dlsv, R)

Mark Wahlberg.

12.50 Bondi Lifeguard World Adventures. (PG, R) 1.20 Talking Honey. (PGa, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

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TEN

6.00 The Talk. (PGa) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG, R) 8.00 10 News First: Breakfast. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (Ma) 2.00 Entertainment Tonight. 2.30 Food Trail: South Africa. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 3.30 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 4.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.30 The Project. Special guest is Tame Impala.

7.30 The Living Room. Barry turns a dull bedroom into a coastal sanctuary.

8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Return, Mlv) Guests include Jamie Lee Curtis, Eric Idle, David Tennant, Lydia West and Robbie Williams.

9.30 To Be Advised.

10.30 Road To The Melbourne Cup Carnival. A look at the upcoming Melbourne Cup.

11.00 The Project. (R)

Special guest is Tame Impala.

12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

PEACH

6am Morning Programs.

Million Dollar Minute. 9.00

Today. Noon Emmerdale.

Coronation Street. 1.00 Sons And Daughters. 3.00 Modern Business Australia. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute.

SBS WORLD MOVIES

6am The Late Show

6am Morning Programs.

Penguins: Meet The Family.

Jenny Eclair. (Final, PG)

by

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.30 France 24 English News. 8.00 DD India Prime Time News. 9.00 Ageless Gardens. (PG) 10.00 The World From Above. 11.00 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PG) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 1.00 PBS NewsHour. 2.00 John Williams In Vienna. (R) 4.25 When I Stutter. 5.40 Secret Nazi Bases. (PG)

Animal Rescue.

Medical Emergency.

The Country.

Bargain Hunt.

6am Morning Programs. 1pm Aussie Lobster Men. 2.00 Heavy Lifting. 3.00 Timbersports. 3.30 Down East Dickering. 4.30 Scrap Kings. 5.30 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 9. Adelaide v Geelong. 7.30 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 9. Gold Coast v Carlton. 9.30 Motorcycle Racing. FIM Supercross World Championship. Round 2. Australian Grand Prix. 12.30am Late Programs.

10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Explore. 2.00 Grantchester. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The Maggie. (1954) 5.30 Murder, She Wrote. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Antiques Downunder. 8.00 Antiques Roadshow Detectives. 8.40 MOVIE: Thelma & Louise. (1991, M) 11.20 Late Programs.

With Stephen Colbert. 7.00 Friends. 7.30 Seinfeld.

Becker. 10.00 The Middle. 11.30 The King Of Queens. 12.30pm Frasier. 1.30 Seinfeld. 3.00 The King Of Queens. 4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 Mom.

Frasier. Midnight Shopping. 1.30 Stephen Colbert. 2.30 James Corden. 3.30 Becker. 4.30 Shopping. 5.30 Joseph Prince.

SEVEN

6.00 NBC Today.

7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) Highlights from the past week. 12.00 Horse Racing. Spring Champion Stakes Day and Bondi Stakes.

5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Narrated by Grant Bowler.

Seven News.

Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Border Force

MOVIE: The Greatest Showman. (2017, PGa, R) Follows the life of PT Barnum. Hugh Jackman, Michelle Williams.

MOVIE: Con Air. (1997, MA15+lv, R) A newly paroled criminal becomes caught in a siege after the prison transport aircraft he is on is hijacked. Nicolas Cage, John Cusack. 11.50 To Be Advised.

Behave Yourself. (PGl, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

It’s Academic. (R) 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R)

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6am Children’s Programs. Noon Smash. 1.00 Baywatch. 2.00 Full House. 3.00 The Nanny. 3.30 3rd Rock. 4.00 That ’70s Show. 4.30 Raymond. 5.30 Children’s Programs. 5.45 MOVIE: Mr. Peabody & Sherman. (2014, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Hercules. (2014, M) 9.30 MOVIE: Conan The Barbarian. (2011, MA15+) 11.40 The Emily Atack Show. 12.25am Queer Eye For The Straight Guy. 1.25 Kardashians. 2.20 Late Programs.

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6am Home Shopping.

8.00 The Doctors. 9.00 What’s Up Down Under. 9.30 iFish. 10.00 MacGyver. Noon NCIS: Los Angeles. 1.00 The Code. 2.00 Blood And Treasure. 3.00 Bondi Rescue. 3.30 The Love Boat. 4.30 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 5.30 MacGyver. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 To Be Advised. 12.45am Evil. 1.45 Home Shopping. 2.15 The FBI Declassified. 3.10 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 4.05 MacGyver.

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6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Destination WA. 12.30 Rivals. 1.00 Drive TV. 1.30 Cross Court. 2.00 My Way. (PG, R) 2.30 The Block. (PGl, R) 3.30 The Bizarre Pet Vets. (PGm, R) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. 5.00 News: First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. (PG)

6.00 Nine News Saturday.

7.00 Cricket. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Super 12. Australia v New Zealand. 9.00 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Post-Match. Post-match wrap up with expert analysis, player interviews as well as a look ahead at the next game.

9.30 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Pre-Show. Pre-show coverage of the upcoming match.

10.00 Cricket. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Super 12. England v Afghanistan. 1.00 Cross Court. (R) 1.30 Drive TV.

TEN (10)

6am Morning Programs. 8.30 What’s Up Down Under. (PGs, R) 9.00 Australia By Design: Innovations. (PG, R) 9.30 St10. (PG) 12.00 Living Room. (R) 1.00 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 1.30 Healthy Homes Aust. 2.00 Freshly Picked. (R) 2.30 GCBC. (R) 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 3.30 Luxury Escapes. (R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 4.30 Taste Of Aust. (R) 5.00 News.

Bondi Rescue. (PGal, R) Two people are endangered by a miscommunication.

The Dog House. (PG, R) Dogs are matched with companions.

Blue Bloods. (Return, Mv) Eddie and Jamie deal with a domestic violence case.

CSI: Vegas. (Return, Msv)

investigates the murder of a dominatrix whose body was found near her secret sex dungeon.

NCIS. (Mv, R) With Parker still on the run, the team enlists the help of Special Agent Jane Tennant from the Hawai’i office.

To Be Advised.

Home Shopping. (R)

Authentic. (PG)

Hour Of Power.

6.30 Frankly. (R) Presented by Fran Kelly.

7.00 ABC News Sunday.

7.30 Inside The Sydney Opera House: The Show Must Go On. Part 1 of 3.

8.30 Significant Others. (Mals) Raging against the purgatory of not knowing, the family ventures back out into the world of the living.

9.25 Silent Witness. (Mav) The murder of a promising boxer draws Nikki and Jack into the world of underground boxing.

10.25 Miniseries: The Cry. (Mal, R) Part 1 of 4.

11.25 Shetland. (Ma, R)

12.20 The Heights. (PG, R)

3.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.15 The Recording Studio. (PG, R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

Gardens. (PG) 10.05 The World From Above. (PG) 10.35 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PG) 12.00 APAC Weekly. 12.30 France 24 English News. 1.00 Speedweek.

Countdown To Qatar 2022. 3.30 Ascot Kayaking. (PG) 3.35 Blind Sailing. 3.40 The Royals And The Nazis. (PGa, R) 5.40 Secret Nazi Bases. (Final, PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Curse Of The Ancients: Dark Ages. (PG) Part 3 of 5.

8.30 Treasures Of Istanbul. (PG, R) Historian Bettany Hughes visits the base of Ottoman and Byzantine power, Istanbul, Turkey.

9.25 The Death Of Bruce Lee. (PGav, R) Takes a look at the death of Bruce Lee.

11.00 Blood Of The Clans: The Year Of Victories. (PGv, R)

2.15 America’s Great Divide: From Obama To Trump. (Mav, R) 4.15 Food Safari. (R) 4.45

Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.

VICELAND (31)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 1.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 9. St Kilda v Port Adelaide. 3.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 9. Richmond v GWS Giants. From Mildura Sporting Precinct, Victoria. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Australia’s Got Talent. (PGal) Hosted by Ricki-Lee.

8.45 The Disappearance Of Grace Millane. (M) The story of the 2018 murder of British backpacker Grace Millane and how her killer was caught.

10.45 Born To Kill? The Briley Brothers. (MA15+av) A look at the Briley Brothers.

11.45 Police: Hour Of Duty. (Malv, R)

12.45 Behave Yourself. (PGl, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

4.00 NBC Today. (R)

5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72)

6.00 Fishing Australia. (R) 6.30 A Current

Affair. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00

6am

6.00 Nine News Sunday.

7.00 The Block. (PGl)

8.30 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.30 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

10.00 The First 48: Dangerous Business. (Ma) A look at the murder of Tyrone Lyles.

11.00 Killer Couples: Victoria And Nathaniel Jackson. (MA15+a)

11.50 First Responders. (Malm)

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

9GEM (92)

6.30 The Sunday Project.

A look at the day’s news.

7.30 The Traitors. (PGl) The Traitors and “loyal” contestants continue to vie for the $250,000 in silver bars.

9.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv) Tennant’s team, along with NCIS agents Nick Torres and Jessica Knight, uncover plans for an attack in Oahu on RIMPAC, the world’s largest international maritime warfare exercise.

10.00 FBI. (Mv, R) A father’s past comes back to haunt him after his daughter is kidnapped during a family holiday.

11.00

6am Morning Programs.

1pm DVine Living. 1.30 Modern Business Australia.

2.15 Equestrian. FEI World C’ships. Eventing. H’lights. 3.30 South Aussie With Cosi. 4.00 My Greek Odyssey. 5.00 I Escaped To The Country. 6.00 Air Crash Investigation: Special Report. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 Steam Train Journeys. 9.30

The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard. 10.30 Extreme Railways. 11.30 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am

The Sunday Project. (R)

A look at the day’s news.

12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6am Morning Programs.

10.00 My Favorite Martian. 10.30 Garden Gurus.

11.00 Getaway. 11.30 Edgar Wallace Mysteries.

12.55pm MOVIE: It Shouldn’t Happen To A Vet. (1976) 2.55 MOVIE: The Dam Busters. (1955) 5.30

The Bizarre Pet Vets. 6.30 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup

Pre-Show. 7.00 Cricket. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Super 12. India v Pakistan. 10.00 MOVIE: Double Jeopardy. (1999, M) 12.10am Late Programs.

6am Children’s Programs.

9.30 Rivals. 10.00 MOVIE: Star Trek: Generations. (1994, PG) 12.25pm MOVIE: Star Trek: First Contact. (1996, PG) 2.40 MOVIE: Star Trek: Insurrection. (1998, PG) 4.45 MOVIE: Star Trek: Nemesis. (2002, PG) 7.00 MOVIE:

Race.

WorldWatch. 9.00 Peer To Peer. (PG)

MOVIE: Lion. (2016, PGa, R, Australia)

WorldWatch. 1.00 Al Jazeera News Hour. 2.00 Planet Of Treasures. (PGavw, R) 3.00 Where Are You Really From? (PG, R) 3.30 Ballroom Fit. 3.35 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. (PG, R) 4.05 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.00 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Dying To Be Loved. (2016, Mav, R) 2.00 The Real Manhunter: The Murder Of Clare Bernal. (Madv, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.30 Getaway. (PG, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.00

Nine News.

A Current Affair.

The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam.

Under Investigation: Dark Seas. (PGav) Presented by Liz Hayes.

Suburban Gangsters: The Sociopaths. (MA15+dlv, R) A look at Chris Flannery and Alphonse Gangitano.

News Late.

Home Shopping. (R)

NBC Today.

Seven Early News.

Sunrise.

6am Shopping. 7.30 Key

Doctors.

David.

Down

Project.

The Traitors. (PGl)

by

The Drum. 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Budget 2022/23: The Treasurer’s Speech.

Budget 2022/23: ABC News Special.

9.00 Budget 2022/23: Reaction

And Analysis. A break down of the Federal Budget.

9.30 Louis Theroux: Life On The Edge: Law And Disorder. (Madlv, R)

10.25 People’s Republic Of Mallacoota. (Ml, R)

10.55 The Business: Budget Special. (R) 11.25 Four Corners. (R) 12.10 Media Watch. (PG, R)

12.30 Parliament Question Time. 1.30 Les Misérables. (Mv, R) 2.30 Miniseries: The Cry. (Mal, R) 3.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.25 Dream Gardens. (PG, R)

WorldWatch. 9.00 Peer To Peer. (PG) 10.00 Great Irish Interiors. (PG) 11.00

Australia With Julia Bradbury. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Planet Of Treasures. (PGan, R) 3.00 Where Are You Really From? (PG, R) 3.30 Judo. 3.35 North Beach Football Club. 3.40 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.10 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys: Fort William To Glenfinnan. (PG)

8.30 Me And My Tourette’s. (MA15+)

Takes a look at Tourette Syndrome.

9.30 Dateline. International current affairs program.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 The Point. (R)

11.05 Wisting. (MA15+a)

11.55 Atlantic Crossing. (Mav, R) 4.05 Food Safari. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines

The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise.

The Morning Show. (PG)

Seven Morning News.

12.00 MOVIE: A Stolen Past. (2018, Mav) 2.00 The Real Manhunter: The Murder Of Krystal Hart. (Madv, R)

3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. (PG) Presented by Graeme Hall.

8.30 The Good Doctor. (M) The team treats a famous marriage counsellor after she injures her ankle.

9.30 The Latest: Seven News.

The latest news on the Federal Budget, sport and weather from Australia and around the world.

10.00 10 Years Younger In 10 Days. (PGa) Presented by Cherry Healey.

11.00 Chicago Fire. (Ma)

12.00 The Resident. (M, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

8.30 Million

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG)

11.30 Morning News.

12.00 The Block. (PGl, R)

1.15 My Way. (PG, R)

1.45 Explore. (R)

2.00 Pointless. (PG)

Tipping Point. (PG)

Afternoon News.

Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl)

TEN

6.00 The Talk. (PGa) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG, R)

10 News First: Breakfast. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. 1.00 The Traitors. (PGl, R) 2.10 Entertainment Tonight. 2.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 3.30

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 The Traitors.

Hosted by Scott Cam.

8.40 Travel Guides. (PGls, R)

Ordinary Australians become travel critics, embarking on a luxury river cruise down the Mekong River.

9.40 Nine News Budget Special.

A look at the Federal Budget, presented by Peter Overton and Charles Croucher.

10.00 Cricket. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Super 12.

1.00 Rivals. (R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

Hosted by Rodger Corser.

8.45 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 9.45 NCIS. (Mv) McGee investigates a break-in.

10.45 10 News First: Budget Special. Coverage of the Australian Federal Budget. 11.00 NCIS. (Mv, R)

12.00 The Project. (R)

1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6am Morning Programs.

Today. Noon

Street.

Journeys.

Of Treasures.

Cook

With

Greatest

Jeopardy!

Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Flower Shop Mystery: Snipped In The Bud. (2016, Mv, R) 2.00 The Real Manhunter: The Disap pearance Of Maureen Hale. (Mav, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

Seven News.

Home And Away.

Kitchen Nightmares Australia.

by Colin Fassnidge.

Extreme Weddings: Australia.

decide to organise a

wedding

for

in a Stonehenge

Crash Investigation:

In A Jam. (PGal) A look at the crash of Flight 703.

The Latest: Seven News.

The Amazing Race. (PGl)

MOVIE: Asunder. (1999, Mlsv, R)

Home Shopping.

Today.

Seven Early News.

6am

Programs.

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

Travel Guides. (PGls, R)

Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point.

Nine News.

A Current Affair.

The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam.

MOVIE: The Very Excellent Mr. Dundee. (2020, Ml) Paul Hogan is reluctantly thrust back into the spotlight as he attempts to restore his sullied reputation. Paul Hogan, Kerry Armstrong, Olivia Newton-John.

Nine News Late.

Family Law. (Mas)

Chicago Med. (MA15+am, R)

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A

Project.

Dog House Australia.

by Dr Chris Brown.

Real Love Boat Australia.

Life Is Murder.

confronted by her own history.

Project. (R) A look at the

Late Show With Stephen Colbert.

Shopping.

Alexa

Mornington Rotary

Mornington Peninsula Community Dog Club

Every Saturday morning

and games. For more info: www.mpcdogclub.org.au

Peninsula Studio Trail, a non profit group, supporting local artists on Mornington Peninsula will have Open Studios on 19-20 and 26-27 November 2022. Explore and be inspired. Plan your visit from the interactive map on your phone www.peninsulastudiotrailinc.org

Mornington Courthouse Visitor Centre

We are seeking additional volunteers. Are you interested in Tourism and possess a customer service orientated outlook? This could well be an ideal opportunity. Email your contact number and we will be pleased to discuss: coordinator@nmpt.com.au

Mt. Eliza Mah Jong Club

Monday morning from 9.30am to 12.30pm Monday evening from 7.00pm to 9.00pm in the Mt.Eliza Community Centre, Canadian Bay Rd, Mt. Eliza. All players welcome.

Contact Ann Burnell: 5977 1162

Play Darts

Mornington Peninsula Darts League are inviting men, women, juniors, adults & seniors to those interested in playing darts along the peninsula. If interested, contact Bryan 0413 295 868 or bmb2409@gmail.com

All Welcome @ OPEN DOOR

Pop in Every Wednesday 10.00am - 11.30am. Morning Tea/Coffee. No Cost! Make Friends! All Ages! Parking free – Level access. 370 Craigie Road, Mount Martha. Email office@newpeninsula.com.au for more info

The combined Probus Club of Mount Eliza Central meets on the fourth Friday of each month at The Village Church, Mount Eliza. Meetings start at 9.45 and visitors are welcome.

Enquiries at 0428 995 617

Peninsula Transport Assist

Need for volunteer drivers is ongoing. Use your own car, or drive a bus (LR,MR,HR licence needed). Flexible hours and ongoing support. More info on our website www.peninsulatransportassist.org Phone 9078 8241 or email peninsulatransportassist@gmail.com

Mt Eliza Mah Jong Club

Monday Morning: 9.30am - 12.30pm and Monday Evening:7.00pm - 9.00pm in the Mt Eliza Community Centre, Canadian Bay Rd, Mt Eliza. Experienced and new players welcome. Ann Burnell: 5977 1162 or Joy: 0418 354 535.

Ladies Probus Club Mt. Eliza meets at the Uniting Church, Canadian Bay Rd. Every 1st Monday of the month at 9.45a.m. Visitors welcome. Interesting speakers, various monthly activities, fun and friendship. Ph: 9787 2383 or 0407 342562.

Mount Eliza Probus Club

Meet every second Monday of the month at Uniting Church, Canadian Bay Road commencing at 9.45am. Includes guest-speaker, fellowship and refreshments at no cost. Visitors most welcome. Contact Graeme Buckley: 0447384797.

Mornington Life Activities Club

Activities across the Peninsula and beyond, including, dineouts, indoor games, trivia nights, cinema, music evenings, special functions, book clubs, day and weekend trips, walking, golf, table tennis, cycling. Contact Miriam 0493 437 646, or email membership@lifemornington.org.au.

Mornington Lions Club

New member interest welcome. Meeting the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month. Fundraising for local community projects our primary focus.

Contact: Patricia 0419 299 196

CWA Mornington Branch

Meetings: 3rd Tuesday of the Month at 1:00pm. Social Craft Group: 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the Month at 12:00pm. Church of Christ Hall, 84 Wilson’s Road, Mornington cwamornington@gmail.com or find us on Facebook

New Vogue & Sequence Dancing

at Mt Eliza 55Plus Club on the following dates: 1st Saturday monthly 7.30 - 10.30pm, 5th Saturday 5 - 9pm. Admission $5. Contact Jenny: email jennifercdodds@gmail.com

Mornington Environment Association. Preserve & enhance Mornington and its surroundings. Monthly meetings: 2nd Thurs of the month at 7pm. Currawong Community Centre, Currawong St., Mornington. Further info visit morningtonenviro.org.au or call Margaret : 0414 641 999 or email morningtonea@gmail.com

Indoor Walk

Every Thursday, 7.45 am - 8.45 am. A mature aged group of men and women walk, do light exercises (conducted by a trained instructor), chat and socialise at Mornington Central Shopping Centre. Contact Bryan 0410 935 936

Mornington-Mount Martha Model Railway Club Inc. Meets every Tues 2-4pm Tues 7.309.30pm Thurs 2-4pm. The club operates a DCC layout. For more information contact Bob: 0408754540

Mt Martha Seniors Group Thursdays 1 - 4pm. Mt Martha Community House. Happy company, free lunches, cards, carpet bowls and bus trips. Community bus available for pick up and return. Call Jim 0468 540 044 or Dave 0427 188 896

Red Hatters

Every 3rd Thursday. Grey Foxx Venues 1192-1196 Nepean Hwy, Mount Eliza. A female only group for over 50’s wanting to join a fun group to enjoy life. For info: Vivienne Van ette Ph: 0422 399 920 or queentravelot@gmail.com

U3A Mornington Enjoy low-cost activities for retired seniors. Learn something new, challenge and engage your mind and body. Make new friends. Enjoy your retirement and make your third age the time of your life. More information: www.u3amornington.org.au OR email: office@u3amornington.org.au

Mornington Peninsula Toastmasters 2nd and 4th Thurs each month. Improve your presentation and leadership skills. Gain confidence speaking in front of others in a friendly, encouraging atmosphere. Mornington Community House 3/91 Wilsons Road, Mornington. Details call Sue 0439 650 883

Mount Martha Rotary

Want to make a difference by volunteering in taking action to create a lasting change? Mount Martha Rotary meets on Mondays at 6.30pm. Inquiries: www.mountmartharotary.org.au, Facebook or contact Carol on 0405 145 684

Petanque

Come along and play petanque (similar to bocce) on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons at the Mt Martha Petanque Club, 45 Watson Road, Mt Martha. Free coaching and equipment available. For info contact Andrea Bowles 0409413416 or email andreabowles@bigpond.com.

Mornington Seniors Citizens Club

Monday 12.30pm - Indoor bowls Tuesday 11.00am - noon Tai Chai, followed by bingo at 12.30pm which includes coffee/tea/biscuits. 1 Flinders Dr, Mornington. Ph: 5975 3688

Mornington VIEW Club

Mornington Golf Club on the fourth Friday of each month at 11.30 am. An active club raising funds for The Smith Family, supporting disadvantaged school children. New members are always welcome. Call Judy: 0410486204 or Dorothy: 0417528243.

Mt Eliza Neighbourhood House Walking Group for Men. Join Lester and other men for a moderate paced 4km walk around Mount Eliza. Starts 8.30am every Tuesday. For further information contact Lester on 0407 414 955.

Mah Jong at Mt Martha House. Modern Australian Game. Every Wednesday 1pm to 4pm. All levels of play. One-on-one teaching for beginners. Plenty of handouts, lots of fun and noise. Contact Jill 0402 089353.

The Mt.Eliza over 55’s Plus Club

We offer activities including: Billards and Snooker,New Vogue dancing,line dancing,keep fit excercises,Table tennis,indoor bowls, card afternoons and a film shown every 2nd Friday afternoon. For more information go to www.mteliza55plusclub.org or phone Lorraine: 0434088821.

Mornington Peninsula Patchworkers every 2nd Monday of month at The Studio, 91 Wilsons Rd, Mornington, and on the 3rd Saturday of the month at Currawong Stables, 5-17 Currawong St, Mornington. Craft activities relating to textiles. Book via: email: morningtonpatch@gmail.com. www.morningtonpatch.com.au

American Mah Jong now playing at Mt Martha Community House, cnr Esplanade and Dominion Rd. Come and play this exciting variation of Mah Jong. Easy to learn and very thrilling. Contact Jill on 0402 089 353.

Mornington TOWN Club

Take Off Weight Naturally, with weekly weigh-ins, group discussion and friendly, supportive fellowmembers. Meeting time 8.30 am on Wednesday mornings, at the Mornington Civic Bowls Club, Dunns Road, Mornington Pizza Appreciation Society 1st Thurs each month, 7pm - 8.30pm. Free support group for people coping with anxiety and depression. A safe and friendly place to share stories over a slice of pizza. 320 Main St, Mornington. Bookings: 0435 716 935.

The Australian Welsh Male Choir rehearse at Baxter Village chapel each Monday 7pm. We also sing in the pub at Kirk’s Hotel the Esplanade Mornington. Last Wednesday monthly. 8pm All welcome. Free event Secretary@awmc.org.au. Ph: 0425 725 525

IBS/FODMAP

Sensitives Support and Self Help Association. Suffering bloat, pain, foggy-thinking, chronic food-related gut dysfunction. Free, guidance to self-diagnose specific food intolerances, resolutions, recipes. Search: IBS/FODMAP – a guide to FODMAPS for better gut health. Link: youtu.be/uT4z5WdRIaU. Sasha: 0422 918 074

Love and Support Local

Mount Martha Men’s Probus Club

Mount Martha Men’s Probus Group, meet monthly, for further details go to our new web site: mount martha men’s probus club, and click on the link. For further details contact: Ron on 0407 327 470.

Polio

Do you know anyone who had polio, or is now experiencing after effects of polio? Support group meetings held at 11am on the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Information Centre, Main St, Mornington. Enquiries: 5981 2540

Feldenkrais

‘Awareness Through Movement’ Classes Gentle, intriguing exercise for your mind and body, at home! Taught online using Zoom, Mon 9.30am, Tues 6.30pm, Fri 10am. For information: phone Kate Tremlett on 0415 171 092 or email katetrem@satlink.com.au

Biala Peninsula

Offering new service delivery options for children with disabilities, birth to 12 years and their families - online, telepractice, home program packs and telephone counselling and support. Phone 5975 1820 for information.

Mt Martha Ladies Probus Club

Meet on the first Wednesday of the month at Mt Martha House, commencing at 10am. Visitors and new members welcome. Join our friendly ladies. Contact information: Dorothy 0437 759 440, or Toni 0419 301 303.

Looking For a Fun Social Club?

Come & enjoy playing Petanque on Wednesdays and Sundays at Moorooduc Recreation Reserve Derril Rd Moorooduc from 2pm-4pm Est 3pm-5pm Dst for further info contact Barb on 0408394546 or Jan 0409132761 or email morningtonpeninsulapetanque@gmail.com

Mornington Dutch Australian Seniors Club

Every Monday from 10.30am - 2pm. Join us in a Dutch card game, “Klaverjas” and a social game of Rummicub. For information ring Nel: 59775680 or Elly: 0432933292. Tyabb HallFrankston Flinders Rd, Tyabb.

Angling Club Snapper Point Angling Club is looking for new members. Experience the friendly comradery between like-minded fishos and swap some of those legendary stories. For details call Russ on 0418320314 or www.spac.org.au

Card and Board Games Group Social group looking for members interested in card and board games: 500, Bridge, SOLO, Scrabble, Chess and more. Wednesdays 1.30pm – 3.30pm. Gold coin donation. Equipment is provided. Bentons Square Community Centre, 145 Bentons Rd, Mornington.

Mornington Peninsula Hockey Club

Under 10’s, 12’s, 14’. Men’s, Women’s and Masters. Come and join our family friendly, inclusive club. We can provide a team to suit all levels of experience. Please contact Cheryle: 03 9766 7478 or info@mphc.org.au

Probus Club

The Combined Mornington Peninsula Club meets at The Mornington Golf Club, Tallis Drive, Mornington.

The Club meets on the first Tuesday of the month (except January) at 9.30 for 10.00am start.

Call Membership Officer on 0422849177 for details.

Volunteers Wanted Enveco Health is an innovative social enterprise aiming to assist those with mental ill-health. We’re currently seeking volunteers to get involved in this innovative project. If you would like to know more visit www.enveco.org.au.

Mornington Croquet Club

Civic Reserve. Mornington. New members welcome. Social play, fresh air and as competitive as you want to be. Contact Daphne 5977 2206

BERG Mt Martha is a bushland friends group for the Balcombe Estuary Reserves, Mt Martha. Working bees on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday mornings, along with Waterwatch and Estuary watch. For more information Ph: 0447 160 288 info@berg.org.au, www.berg.org.au

Peninsula Prostate Cancer Support Group

Bentons Square Community Centre

7:00pm second Wednesday each month

Share the journey in a relaxed, caring environment. Partners, carers and friends are most welcome. Contact 0422 608 345 peninsulapcsg@hotmail.com

Alcoholics Anonymous - Mornington Peninsula

Do you need help to stop drinking? You’re not alone, contact us now on our 24 hour helpline 1300 880 390 or find a local meeting at www.aatimes.org. au/meetings

Are you a breast cancer survivor?

Join us in our Dragonboat every Sunday at Patterson Lakes. Three “Come and try’s “ before joining. Paddles and PFD’s provided. For info call Marilyn: 0433 114 338 or Lyndsay: 0425 743 455.

Family History

Melb PC Users Group, Mornington, Family History and DNA. Meet at the Mornington Information Centre every 3rd Monday for Family History and every last Wednesday for DNA (research) Q&A, information and presentations. www.melbpc.org.au/sigs/mornington-peninsulasig/family-history. Contact Colin: 0417 103 678 Mornington Mahjong Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Mornington RSL in Virginia Street Mornington. Come join us for a pleasant afternoon. Contact - Lucy: 0416 043 527 or Toni: 0416 301 303

Mental Wellbeing Depressed? Anxious? Isolated? Suffering grief or loss? Know someone who is? Grow groups meet weekly to offer support and use a proven program for mental wellbeing. Expressions of interest. Visit www.grow.org.au for online groups. Details 1800 558 268.

Family Drug Support – Frankston Non-religious, open meetings for those impacted by someone’s drug and/or alcohol use. Talk/listen in a non-judgemental, safe environment. Wednesday fortnightly, 6pm at Frankston Hospital, 2 Hastings Rd. Meetings are free. Further info Chloe: 0448 177 083

JP Locations National & International documents inc affadavits, stat decs & cert copies signed FREE of charge at police stations on the Peninsula. Mornington: Mondays & Thursdays 11am to 2pm. or Google find a JP Victoria or Ph1300365567.

Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society View stars, planets, clusters and galaxies through our powerful telescopes at 8pm on the 1st Friday of every month at The Briars dark-sky observatory. Bookings are essential. Small fee payable. www.mpas.asn.au or phone 0419 253 252.

Council ‘insight’ falls short

A quote from Mornington Peninsula Shire Coun cil “At council, we have a unique insight into the needs and priorities of our people” (“Shire ‘shouts’ for money” The News 4/10/22). Appar ently, that insight does not include home care, as the council recently cancelled its contribution to home care, thereby saving a lot of money.

Apparently the insight also excludes climate change, as the same council recently cancelled its purchases of carbon credits.

So where has all the saved money gone? Ap parently not into the problem of homelessness, as the same council seems to think that the state government should give it more money before it addresses that problem.

So, we are left wondering where all the sav ings have gone.

Dr Lee Seldon, Somers

Service unchanged

There is a saying that “you can’t complain about the service if there isn’t any.” The survey proves this about Mornington Peninsula Shire (“Shire hits ‘all time’ low in satisfaction” The News 4/10/22).

As a ratepayer for nearly 40 years the service standard I feel has not changed. When our road flooded repeatedly it was an effort for the crew to arrive and erect signs, so they left the sign with us to place, alleviating the task. In their favour we are now getting one side of our road swept a couple of times a month.

As for ringing the shire offices and expecting to speak to someone. After the shuffling of the phone call to several people because that person is unavailable or on leave, little or no satisfac tion is gained. I could go on.

Judi Loughridge, Rosebud

‘Thank you’ shire

Thank you to Mornington Peninsula Shire Council deciding to not allow land in Allambi Avenue, Capel Sound to be developed (“Social housing site rejected” The News 13/9/22).

The Capel Sound community came together to ensure this piece of open space can be preserved as parkland. It is the only piece of open space on this side of Capel Sound and residents value it for recreation and the peace of being in nature –so important for our mental health.

The community would welcome affordable housing in the way that is now internationally recognised as best practice – that is to incorpo rate into the community in small pockets – not to have a separate housing development where disadvantage becomes entrenched.

The other sites that were identified by the council in Rosebud, Mornington and Hastings would follow this best practice – smaller blocks already within the community.

If the peninsula is to accommodate another 40,000 people by 2036, as the state government has forecast, then affordable housing can be incorporated into future housing developments.

Bettyanne Foster, Capel Sound

Sensible outcome

Common sense has finally prevailed following on from the recent VCAT (Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal) findings in favour of Tyabb airfield and all the ancillary businesses based at the airfield (“Aero club given clean air to operate” The News 11/10/22). All permits that govern the operation of the airfield are legal and mean that all activities that have been carried out since the 1960s can operate as they always have done.

A bit of background to this sorry saga: There was a group of anti-airfield people who were very keen to shut down or undermine the activi ties under the mistaken belief that the correct permits and regulations were not being followed but, as we now know, everything that impacts the airfield is legal.

One of the main activities the airfield conducts is the Tyabb air show two years. I have been a long time volunteer at the air show and am proud to be associated with a fantastic asset, not only to Tyabb but to the Mornington Peninsula. The proceeds from the air shows always go to some local charities that need the money to serve those in the community in need of such services. Curtailing operations at the airfield would have serious consequences in finding other funding.

The action by the anti-airfield lobby has been an expensive exercise in terms of money and

time, both of which could have been better directed to plenty of other projects that require fixing in our community, like large numbers of dangerous potholes.

So, let’s all get together and really support a great community asset.

Graeme Woodhart, Somerville

Views ‘misrepresented’

The article on Tyabb Airfield/Airport grossly distorted the truth about local residents, the SANITY campaign and myself (“Aero club given clear air to operate” The News 11/10/22).

The article states, “Some anti-airport residents are not so pleased with the VCAT decision” and, in the next paragraph, mentions my name and the Sensible Aircraft Noise In (and around) Tyabb campaign (SANITY). The inference be ing that I and the vast majority of local residents are anti-airport – including 929 who wrote to the Victorian planning minister requesting better protections from aircraft noise, 19 joint objectors in the VCAT case, and 300 who signed a state ment to VCAT in support of that case.

I am not anti-airport. Less than one per cent of Tyabb residents want the airfield relocated.

However, there are thousands of residents (Tyabb, Hastings and Somerville) who want no increases, or want significant reductions, in aircraft noise levels compared with 2018. Of 827 adult Tyabb residents surveyed that year, 90 per cent wanted tighter conditions on aircraft noise.

My press release to The News on 7 October said, “thousands of residents in Tyabb, Hast ings and Somerville, are extremely disappointed at this VCAT decision”. This appears to have been twisted and turned into the innocuous quote above. In addition, I stated “The SANITY view is that given the small distance between the airfield and the residents, and the more than 1600 students at the four Tyabb schools, strict limits on aircraft noise need to be in place with appropriate exemptions for historical aircraft and the air show.” None of these words appeared in the article; presumably because they paint a truth contrary to The News’s preferred, and in my opinion offensive, characterisation of local residents.

compared to just $0.72 billion ($2317 a person) for Frankston/Mornington Peninsula.

That’s the grim outlook for our region – and in the past decade, successive state budgets have provided Frankston region with just 40 per cent of Geelong’s infrastructure spending on transport, schools, hospitals and “community and justice”.

We’re asking the state Labor government for a fair share of funds, including for two vital, trans formative projects – extending Frankston’s train line to Baxter, and revitalising Nepean Highway through Frankston CBD.

peninsula you’ll find it has one of the lowest permanent occupancy rates on the peninsula. But I bet it has the highest rate of political donors. Try delivering for the whole peninsula not the few and, while you’re at it, spend less money on signs that end up probably in landfill and show us voters respect. After all, if you get elected you do work for us.

Murray Whitelaw, Mount Martha Disillusioned no more

Although I now reside in the Hastings electorate and will be supporting [Liberal candidate] Bri ony Hutton at this [state] election, I am writing of my positive experience meeting and speaking to her fellow candidate Chris Crewther in Main Street, Mornington.

I have been a very disillusioned “blue” voter for some time, but I see these new candidates come with a deep sense of purpose (“Liberals full of promise, all quiet on Labor front” The News 11/10/22).

I feel residents of Tyabb and surrounds have been badly let down by their local paper the The News should publish a correction and issue an apology.

The rail extension will create a backbone for the region’s future public transport network; connect 200,000 residents east of Frankston CBD and on the peninsula; encourage people out of cars and off congested roads; enable a 2000-space park and ride at Langwarrin for peninsula commuters; free up scarce Frankston CBD affordable parking currently used by train commuters; and connect private and public assets such as Monash’s Peninsula campus and Frankston Hospital to Melbourne’s electric train network.

Brewis Atkinson, Tyabb

‘Hollow’promise

I read with interest that the Victorian Liberal Party expects the much anticipated Baxter rail duplication and electrification to cost $971m, which they will fund (“Promise to pay for Baxter extension” The News 11/10/22). How is it that the cost has decreased from the estimated $1.5 billion in 2020, when building and construction costs have sky rocketed?

If they are relying on the balance from federal Labor, we have Buckley’s of this ever being built.

Time we elected local candidates who work with both sides of politics and the community to understand what can be realistically achieved, such as improving our bus network, rather than hollow promises they know will not fly.

Greg Banks, Moorooduc

Govern for all, not some

It appears Victoria’s Labor government has given up on governing Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula judging by a new report comparing government grants and infrastructure spending in our region with Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula.

Bluntly, our region continues to be ripped off by government and is being shockingly neglected.

The two regions have comparable economies and are similar distances from Melbourne, although we have 40,000 more people than Greater Geelong – 310,000 to 270,000.

We don’t for a moment begrudge Geelong’s funds, but the comparison shows how our region has been overlooked for public transport infra structure spending by successive state govern ments.

The report, Frankston & Mornington Penin sula Benchmarking Analysis, shows Geelong/ Bellarine has $6.2 billion ($22,823 a person) worth of infrastructure projects in the pipeline

You can read the report and two others that show government neglect of Frankston and Mornington Peninsula on our website: ourfair share.org.au Rod Evenden, chair, Committee for Greater Frankston

Independent backing

There is a distinct chance of a [state] election outcome which results in a minority govern ment. This would make a local, independent member for Mornington very influential. How good would this be for our community after so many years of neglect.

Andrea Wittick, Mount Eliza

Candidate conversation

I wish I was old enough to vote. I have to wait another eight years before I can have a say.

I really hope that adult voters think of us kids and vote for good, honest people that care about the environment and giving us a good future. I also hope in the future people will be more ac cepting of different people and their cultures.

I liked talking about the things I care about with [independent Mornington candidate] Dr Kate Lardner at her youth night last week. It’s good that she listens to us and cares.

Lucy Ciulli, Mt Martha

Promises, promises

Here we go again, lots of promises but very likely light on delivery. Why is [Nepean candi date] Sam Groth and his Liberal Party backers yet again focusing on Portsea beach restoration/ replenishment as a major part of it’s environ ment policy? (“Libs to ‘solve’ Portsea’s erosion problem” The News 4/10/22). Again, the focus seems to be at that end of the peninsula, where these new political aspirants are parachuted in and live in their holiday homes and claim local status and their concerns for local issues when they truly haven’t spent time down here on the peninsula.

If you look at the number of permanent residents that live up the Portsea end of the

Despite what I have read in The News, there is also nothing wrong with candidates living their values. Especially regards the abortion question.

We are a Christian nation and should encour age our representatives to hold fast to their values.

I was a strong supporter of [former Frankston MP] Geoff Shaw and was pleased to read that he is returning to politics (“Surprise is a Shaw thing” The News 4/10/22). The “pro-choice” agenda is a question of morality and must be revisited.

I believe Chris and Briony will do that, and I wish Geoff, Briony and Chris all the best on their mission. We know they will be true to their word. And at the risk of offending the grouchy readers even further: God bless.

Janice Anderson, Somerville

Crewther best for job

Chris Crewther was MP for Frankston when I was living there. I had several issues and, being a senior person, needed help (“Election coming” Letters 20/9/22). Mr Crewther was there, he was quick to offer help.

Mornington has many senior residents and would be fortunate to have Mr Crewther as our member, he walks the talk and is not all about money. We do not need any more Greens or in dependents.

Bernice Van Rooyen, Mornington

Road kill

Shame on the driver in the white ute/truck with mountain bikes on the back who ploughed at full speed through a family of ducks crossing Pt Leo Road on Wednesday 13 October around 4.20 pm, squishing and killing one duckling outright and leaving another one to die in agony from its injuries.

Pt Leo Road is a wildlife corridor with koalas, kangaroos, birds and other fauna.

Please drive cautiously down Pt Leo Road and also along Byrnes Road, Shoreham where there is a family of ducks living on the verge just in from the Frankston-Flinders-Shoreham roads intersection and at least two other families in the grass along the way to the post office.

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Live, eat, and play in the Whitsundays

A new state of the art multi-milliondollar marina resort is gearing up to transform the gateway to the Whitsundays into a world-class tourism and leisure destination.

The $350 million Shute Harbour Marina Resort will be the first major resort development to grace the Whitsundays in over a decade.

Construction on Shute Harbour Marina Resort is scheduled to begin next year to create a world-class waterfront lifestyle for residents and tourists alike, positioned on a vibrant marine village and complemented by a 395-berth marina.

Set against the stunning natural backdrop of Mt Rooper and the Conway Conservation Park, Shute Harbour Marina Resort is destined to become the region’s go-to precinct to live, eat, and play with its entirety set to be linked by public boardwalks, lookout spaces, plenty of seating, restaurants, and retail outlets.

It is this lifestyle that takes Shute Harbour’s master plan to a completely new level, along with 58 waterfront terrace homes to take shape along the esplanade, each with their own private berths ranging from 25 to 35 metres.

The two & three-storey Terrace Homes have been designed to the highest specifications with every luxury and convenience considered to offer a luxury tropical lifestyle that is second to none.

“The residences are the ultimate immersive experience with endless views of the marina and the idyllic Whitsundays waters at your

doorstep,” said Rob Taylor of Taylors Property Specialists.

“Residents can wander straight from their bedroom down to their private marina berth, taking to the water to explore everything the stunning coastline and Whitsunday islands have to offer, or taking a stroll to the diverse array of proposed cafes, restaurants and retail nearby at Pier 61 marine village.”

With these lifestyle considerations key components of the master plan, it is no wonder why Shute Harbour

Marina Resort has continued to be inundated with enquiries since stage one’s stellar launch to market, which achieved over $25 million in sales contracts and over 1000 enquiries.

“The immediate and continued market response to the resort has been incredible. We knew we had something special on our hands here, but we have been simply inundated with genuine interest – it’s been a whirlwind,” said Rob Taylor of Taylors Property Specialists.

“Many purchasers are boating

enthusiasts who recognise the rarity and value in Shute Harbour as a premier berth location and are tempted by the irresistible approach to living that it offers.”

With a critical shortage of marina berths and waterfront homesites in the Whitsundays, Mr. Taylor says the timing for Shute Harbour Marina Resort could not be better.

“There are limited vacant waterfront lots currently available in the area, and many of these are not located within or close to a marina

development,” said Mr. Taylor.

“Not only are we creating an exceptional new lifestyle destination, but we are also supporting the marine industry which is vital to the tourism economy in the north.”

Once complete, Shute Harbour Marina Resort will deliver a total of 395 wet berths ranging from 10 to 35 metres, with larger berths of between 25 and 35 metres available in Waterfront Terrace Homes packages.

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GALLERY TALK

We are excited to share the news that MPRG will be the exclusive Victorian venue for the Archibald Prize tour in 2023. The exhibition will run from 15 September to 5 November 2023. MPRG last hosted the Archibald Prize tour back in 2013 and 2014, and we can’t wait to present this project next year.

The Archibald Prize for portrait painting is the country’s favourite and most significant art awards. Judged by trustees of the Art Gallery of NSW, the prize is awarded to the best portrait painting. Since 1921, it has highlighted figures from all walks of life, from famous faces to local heroes, reflecting back to us the stories of our times.

Our ambitious public art project Front Beach, Back Beach launches on 4 November. FBBB is part road trip, part curatorial experiment and part exploration of how contemporary art in the public sphere can offer new and unique understandings of

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Civic Reserve, Dunns Road, Mornington

people, locale and time. A journey that firmly rewards the intrepid, FBBB encompasses the expanse of the Peninsula, and is divided into three geographical hubs each with 5 site responsive artworks. Guided by an in-depth directional app, you’ll unearth both its secrets and new takes on what is right in front of you. While for some FBBB might be a trip down memory lane to popular Peninsula landmarks, for others, this journey will offer compelling insights into a region that has dramatically shaped Australian identity and mythologies. You can visit fbbb.com.au to find out more.

The National Works on Paper exhibition continues and you can vote in the People’s Choice Award when you visit MPRG.

look forward to seeing you in the Gallery soon.

Danny Lacy MPRG Gallery Director

From Hold to Eternity

By Stuart McCullough

I DON’T think about ‘hell’ that much. For better or for worse, I don’t while away the hours pondering the battle between good and evil and the eter nal struggle for redemption. I prob ably should, but it’s hard to find the time. Between sorting the recycling and opening the mail, I barely have a moment to scratch myself, even though it’s one of my absolute favour ite pastimes. Hell remains something of an abstract concept. I don’t wonder what it looks like, how it’s decorated or whether they use VHS or Betamax. I don’t think about how it feels and whether Uber Eats delivers there. I do, however, know how hell sounds.

Whatever you’re thinking, you’re totally wrong. When invited to con sider the aural atmosphere of the un derworld, doubtless most of you are instantly thinking about thrash metal or hard-core techno music. Put that out of your mind right now. All that’s saying is that hell sounds like the mu sic you, personally, don’t like. For me, hell would sound like Ed Sheeran.

Nothing against Ed; it’s just that I find his music as inspiring as a jar of olives that’s been sitting in the back of my fridge for eight months. Which is to say I could do without it.

But whether you think hell sounds like the thrashiest thrash band to ever tumble down from the summit of Thrash Mountain (there’s bound to be such a place. In Finland. Probably) or the plinkiest plonkiest bleepiest elec tronic vomit in all of techno music his tory (and there’s lots of competition),

you’re entirely mistaken. Even my be lief that Ed Sheeran is in league with the Dark Lord and is a supernatural portal to eternal hellfire is mildly off the mark. That’s because hell doesn’t sound like any of these things. It sounds like Vivaldi.

Now I like Vivaldi as much as the next person, unless the next person

Vivaldi, circa 1723, working on another piece of "hold music"

want to rip your ears off with your own hands.

I had to call a company and was put on hold. Immediately, Vivaldi kicked off. It was ‘Spring’, I think. I can’t be entirely sure because I may have fallen unconscious after half and hour or so. As I waited for someone to take my call, the first ten seconds of Vivaldi’s ‘Four Seasons’ kept playing and playing until I began to weigh up whether it was better to be patient in the hope that my call might one day be answered or to hang up now to pre serve what was left of my sanity. That I chose the former suggests that my sanity was something of a lost cause. They say ‘hope springs eternal’. When on hold, ‘Spring’ by Vivaldi has a similar running time while simulta neously ravaging whatever hope you might have had when you first dialed the number. Worse still, every twenty seconds a voice (possibly Satan) in terrupted to tell me that if I wanted to update certain kinds of details, I was totally out of luck because a member of the service team would be unable to assist. I assume service team members were, instead, instructed to laugh in the faces of those unfortunate enough to try and update their details.

The reason I was enduring Vivaldi in ten-second segments even though I suspected that the longer it went on, the more my soul was attempting to escape my body, is that I couldn’t log in to the website. Here’s where it gets tricky.

The reason I wanted to log into to the website was to change my mailing address, which had been misspelled. However, to log in to the website, the company send you and authentication code. Through the mail. Which, if your address is wrong, is tantamount to a parachute made of barbed wire. Thus, there was no choice for me but to grit my teeth, gird my loins and generally brace myself for inanity on a loop. Af ter ten minutes I was annoyed. After twenty minutes I’d forgotten why I’d called in the first place and after for ty minutes, I was reduced to rocking back and forth with my clasped hands raised to the skies as I begged it to stop. Then it did.

A pleasant person asked how they could help. ‘By magically dislodg ing Vivaldi’s Four Seasons from my mind’, was the obvious answer, but I didn’t say it. My issue, ultimately, was resolved but there are still nightmares.

is glowing red, smells of sulphur and has a pair or horns sticking out of their head. Broadly speaking, Vivaldi’s ‘Four Seasons’ is a masterpiece. Evi dence, were it required, of the artistic heights to which a single human being can soar. Unless, of course, the ‘Four Seasons’ is used as ‘hold’ music. In which case it’s enough to make you

ASC goes virtual this year

THE Arthurs Seat Challenge (Challenge) is an annual fun run/walk, held to raise the profile and funds for the Fit to Drive program, to enable the delivery of this invaluable road safety program to Mornington Peninsula and Frankston region secondary schools at no cost.

Fit to Drive focuses on personal safety, responsibility, and strategies to make young people safer on the road, changing attitudes and behaviours of young drivers and passengers. Since 2001, the Fit to Drive program has de veloped and emerged to become a coordinated, local community road safety strategy, using best practice principles to deliver road safety messages.

The success of the Challenge is reliant on the generous support provided by sponsors, local businesses, community groups, schools, and members of the community. BlueScope Westernport and Mornington Peninsula News Group continue to be valued Major Partners of the Challenge in 2022.

Long term Major Partner BlueScope Western Port have supported the Challenge since its

inception in 2002 and Administration Coordina tor, Aaron Pavlovsky stated that ‘The program strongly aligns with BlueScope Western Port’s core values, including ‘Our Local communi ties are our homes’, and we believe the Fit To Drive program, that the Arthur’s Seat Challenge supports, is integral to supporting our local communities, our employees, and their families. The number of young people that the program connects with across not only the Mornington Peninsula, but the whole of Victoria, is a credit to the event and the program it supports. In promoting the culture of ‘zero harm’, it is in line with what we live and breathe here every day at BlueScope Western Port’.

This year the Challenge is being held virtually, as a result of rising costs making a live event unviable, however plans are underway to hope fully return to a live event in 2023.

The Challenge can be completed anywhere, anyhow, anytime during the month of November and registrations are open at arthursseatchal lenge2022.raisely.com.

The voice then went on to extol the virtues of doing everything ‘online’ instead of over the phone. Clearly they were seeking to discourage any one from attempting to ring them. Fittingly, their ‘Abandon all hope, ye who enter here’ customer satisfaction guarantee wasn’t enough to put me off. That’s because I had no choice.

I can’t even look at a phone without hearing a bright burst of strings. I’ll probably have to listen to some heavyduty thrash metal or obnoxious techno music just to get it out of my sys tem. But not Ed Sheeran. Despite the physical and mental anguish caused by Vivaldi’s ‘Four Seasons’, there are still limits. Sorry Ed. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

A Battle at Pratts - An Eye Witness Account

Compiled by Cameron McCullough

MESSRS. A. L. Stevens and H. East wood, of Pratt’s Stores, had an exciting experience on Friday afternoon last.

They decided to clean out the grain shed; soon after moving a few bags of wheat they disturbed a rat, who was having afternoon tea in its hole.

There was a rush to arms; “Steve” drawing first blood.

The fun then started; the whole rat family appeared looking for their lost relative.

The heroes, with trousers well tucked in their boot tops, armed with axes and pitchforks, attacked in force doing great slaughter.

The din and roar of the battle at tracted a large number of the residents in the vicinity, who helped the attack ers with plenty of advice.

When the battle had been raging for some time, reinforcements appeared in the shape of Jack Cameron, whose experience as a fire fighter came out.

Disdaining the use of other weapons than his hands and feet, he was soon seen to grab a rat in each hand, which he dashed to the ground, causing instant death.

When the fight was at its height, Eastwood, not content with the dam age he was doing with his fork, had a rat under each foot.

Unable to combat so many foes at one time, he had to call for assistance, which was readily given by one of the onlookers.

The attacking party did not have it all their own way. They chased the foe from one end of the shed to the other and the rats showed great judgment in dodging the blows hurled upon them, but nerve and brains in the end told.

In a hurried meeting of rat council, they decided to retreat, leaving 18 of their brothers in the hands of the victors.

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MR. Ernest Noble, his wife and two children, were the victims of ptomaine poisoning at Frankston last Wednes day.

The family, shortly after partaking of meal were suddenly seized with illness.

Dr. Maxwell was called in, and under his treatment they are now recovering.

Mr. Noble, who is a returned soldier, is in the employ of Mr. C. Bell, of the Frankston Boot Emporium.

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AN excursion by the senior scholars, numbering 220 of the Essendon High School, visited Frankston today.

The excursion is one of a series of 8 or 10 held annually.

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MR. E. Barrett, secretary Frankston Free Library, advises that the follow ing ladies have presented books to the Library:–Mrs. Arthur Hay (2), Miss Hay (2), Mrs. Plowman (2).

Another batch of new books will be available to subscribers on Saturday next.

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CR. Herbert Downward, son of the Hon. Alfred Downward, M.L.A., has been elected president of the Morning ton Shire Council.

Cr. Downward is also the energetic secretary of the Mornington Racing Club.

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MR. Chas. Bayman’s little daughter Kathleen, was last week knocked

down in the playground of a suburban school.

She is now an inmate of the Chil dren’s Hospital, where an operation was performed.

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MR. Robt. Wells, of Frankston, who has experienced a long and serious ill ness, is now able to move about again.

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MR. A. Taylor, of the Pier Hotel, Frankston, intends opening his new bowling-green next Thursday after noon at 3 o’clock.

A number of Williamstown friends and bowling enthusiasts will be in attendance, and Mr. Taylor extends a cordial invitation to Frankston residents to take part in the opening ceremony at 3 o’clock.

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A VERY successful afternoon of tree planting took place on Thursday after noon in Frankston, when the combined forces of the Progress Association, the Shire Council, and the A.N.A. joined together to lay down the beginning of a motor drive in that portion of the foreshore reserves from the Pier southwards.

A line of stakes had been laid down during the day by the Shire Engineer (Lieut.–Colonel Lazarus) and his foreman, where the beach side of an intended avenue was to be planted, and alongside each stake was laid a sheoak in its native soil in the shape of a sod.

Punctually at 2pm, according to schedule, Messrs. Lambie and Mann appeared on the scene duly armed with shovels, hedge clippers and branch trimmers, and began without any delay to plant the trees in the spots marked by the stakes.

Closely on their heels followed the gentlemen who had promised help, and soon the first line of the avenue was by way of being planted.

Whilst some of the enthusiasts prepared the holes and others planted trees, Mr Mann pruned and trimmed and tied the trees to the stakes, and by 4 o’clock one side of the new avenue was completed.

The gentlemen who gave their services were:

Cr. Oates, representing the Shire Council; Messrs. Lambie and Mann, representing the Progress Association; and Messrs. Lind, A. J. Wells, Geo. Mcleod, S. Lascelles, W. B. Cunning ham, L. J. Ward, and, J. Haggart, rep resenting the A.N.A.; the whole under the supervision of the Shire Engineer (Lieut.–Col. Julius S. Lazarus).

A regular course of tree planting under similar conditions would result in a most expeditious transformation.

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MRS. L. N. R. Utber has returned to Frankston after an extended holiday.

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Letter to the Editor

SIR, Mr. Young and myself went to Rose bud on the 14th inst., and held a very successful meeting in connection with the Motor Ambulance movement.

Although the night was very unfa vorable there was a fair attendance.

A number of ladies attended and took the deepest interest in the meet ing.

The chair was taken by Mr. Alling ham, and, I am glad to say, that the old apathy has passed away as far as Rosebud is concerned.

Let us hope that the same thing will

occur elsewhere.

One ardent supporter handed in £17/2/, which he had collected, and there is still a fair amount promised, and can be collected at once.

This goes to show that the only thing that is wanted is one energetic person in each centre that is willing to sacrifice a little time, and the thing can be accomplished at an early date.

Cr. D. Buckley and Cr. Brown, of Rye, were nominated to represent the Flinders Shire on the deputation to the treasurer.

We hope to complete the appoint ment of a strong deputation to the Minister to ask for financial assistance on the £ for £ basis, as we have agreed to allow centres not having a delegates to have one vote by proxy.

We hope this will be availed of, so that all parts of the district will be represented at the meeting to be held in Frankston on the 21st inst., as the time is now ripe and the weather is favorable.

There has been a great deal of necessity for an ambulance in this district, owing to the excessive amount of illness during the winter motor ambulances art largely used in the city, but not much in the country, because the cost is prohibitive to the person of small means.

It only requires a special effort to be put forward the next month or so to accomplish the end we have in view.

Let us have it.

Yours, etc.,

J. JACK, Organiser.

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From the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 20 October 1922

CREDITORS, next-of-kin and others having claims against the estate of any of the undermentioned deceased persons are required to send particulars of their claims to State Trustees Limited, ABN 68 064 593 148, of 1 McNab Avenue, Footscray, Victoria 3011, the personal representative, on or before 16 December 2022, after which date State Trustees Limited may convey or distribute the assets, having regard only to the claims of which State Trustees Limited then has notice.

CLARKE, Valerie Mercia, late of Room 17 Regis Rosebud, 1 Wyuna Street, Capel Sound, Victoria 3940, deceased, who died on 11 February 2022.

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Multi-million boost for Seagulls

SOCCER

By Craig MacKenzie

A MULTI-MILLION dollar makeover, new coaches and new players on the way – there’s a quiet revolution under way at Mornington.

The Seagulls are major beneficiar ies of an $8.5 million redevelopment of Dallas Brooks Park involving four new pitches, new drainage, floodlight ing to 200 lux on the main pitch and 100 lux on the other pitches with a new access driveway and car parking.

“This redevelopment has been in the works for the last 12 months and we’re rapt that it’s going to go ahead,” Morn ington president Matt Cameron said.

“The footy oval redevelopment starts first and it’s planned to start the soccer part around this time next year.”

Mornington will be forced to relo cate for the 2024 season and Cameron has held preliminary discussions with other clubs including clubs outside the shire.

“There’s nothing locked in,” he said.

“If we end up relocating outside the council area I don’t anticipate any op position.

“We can make arrangements locally for our community juniors but it’s our NPL juniors and senior teams that are the problems.”

And last week Chris Crewther, Lib eral candidate for the seat of Morn ington at the upcoming state election, committed a Matthew Guy govern ment to a $2.5 million grant for new clubrooms for the local soccer side.

“Chris has been great to deal with and it’s a lot of money as a starting point especially if the federal govern ment and council get involved,” Cam eron added.

“We’ll canvass other candidates to see if can secure a similar promise.”

The club also has been finalising its coaching set-up with head coach Adam Jamieson renewing his associa tion with new assistant Craig Lewis.

“We go back a long way – ‘Lew ie’ and I first worked together at Frankston Pines and he’s the reason I got involved in coaching all those years ago,” Jamieson said.

“He’s got a brilliant football brain and his tactical nous is second to none.

“Having worked so well with ‘Peel ie’ (Nathan Peel) and Gerry (McDon agh) I needed someone I could trust so when his name first came up I moved

quickly to talk to him.”

David Waring has been re-appointed senior team manager and Jamieson also confirmed that Peter Blasby will be senior goalkeeping coach.

Blasby had been goalkeeping coach at Langwarrin since early 2019 but was told last week that his services were no longer required.

He has been goalkeeping coach for Mornington’s junior NPL program and will continue in that role.

Jamieson’s focus has been dealing with an enforced coaching restructure following the departures of Scott Mor rison and Jason Symonds (to Peninsula Strikers) and McDonagh (to Doveton).

He can now turn his attention to the playing group and although he has resigned a few players he still has to hold individual discussions with the bulk of last season’s squad.

Matt Harrington is unlikely to play next season as he plans to head over seas in April.

So far Ziggy Razuki, Shaun Kenny, David Stirton, Danny Brooks and Sam

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Scott have re-signed.

“We won’t be rushed into anything despite the rumours and innuendo go ing around,” Jamieson said.

“We won’t listen to everyone’s else’s opinions.

“I want to make sure that we are working through this properly and that we make the right decisions for our football club at the right time.”

It seems certain that new signings will emerge in coming weeks but there’s one newcomer already locked in for next season.

Teenage midfielder Brady Pollard from Bentleigh Greens joined Morn ington last week and the youngster who turns 19 next month is held in high regard.

“We’re absolutely rapt to get him over the line,” Jamieson said.

“We’ve seen him a couple of times and he’s a very, very talented young footballer.”

In State 2 news Peninsula Strik ers announced last week that it had clinched the signature of central de

The 21-year-old started his junior career with Whitehorse United before joining Box Hill United’s junior NPL program.

He was in the club’s under-21s when he switched to Mornington and was in the senior squad there for the past two seasons.

Davidson lives in Ringwood having grown up in the eastern suburbs and the commute to and from Strikers for training and matchdays isn’t an issue.

“The travel’s worth it when you’re at a good club,” Davidson said.

“Obviously I knew Scott (Morrison) and Jason (Symonds) from Morning ton then catching up with the coaching team and Adrian (Scialpi, club presi dent) – they talked about culture, sign ing up all the guys who were here this year and wanting to go for promotion – was a big influence.

“And speaking to the strength and conditioning coach (Kosta Drakoula kos) was important – it’s a big part of

my game and a big bonus for me.”

Meanwhile Skye United held its presentation night on Saturday with Alex Van Heerwarden winning the senior men’s best and fairest award while Mohamad El Hassan was run ner-up.

Reserves best and fairest honours went to Nicholas Wright with Rob Schreurs runner-up.

Senior women’s best and fairest winner was Cadi Vakacavu and Caitlin Robinson was runner-up.

The women’s reserves best and fair est was Meike Berg and Stephanie Cullen was runner-up.

State 5 women’s best and fairest winner was Gadise Hughes-Smith and Jessie Mclean-Cook was runner-up.

Mitch Blake was the senior men’s Golden Boot winner while Jasmine Jaber won the women’s Golden Boot award.

In the men’s reserves the Golden Boot honours were shared by Mikey Turner and Marcus Anastasiou.

In State 4 news Baxter has added Kevin “Squizzy” Taylor to its coach ing panel and head coach Stephen Fisher was relishing the prospect of the former Seaford, Pines and Bentleigh Greens coach working at Baxter Park.

“In ‘Squizzy’ we’ve got a massive knowledge base that I want everyone to tap into,” Fisher said.

“He has so much to offer and he’s more than happy to share that knowl edge and experience and I want to take advantage of that.

“We know it’s not a forever appoint ment but it’s a massive coup for us.”

State 4 rival Chelsea held its presen tation night on Friday with Piers Brels ford winning the seniors’ Player of the Year and Golden Boot awards.

Seniors Best Player was Connor Scott and runner-up Daniel Vella while reserves Best Player and Golden Boot winner was Kieren Harbis, runner-up Danny Graham while reserves Players’ Player was Marshall Dobson.

Former club president John Zec cola and wife Paula were awarded life memberships.

fender Jamie Davidson from Morn ington.

Seagulls’ signings: Mornington’s new senior assistant Craig Lewis (left) and head coach Adam Jamieson. Inset: Senior goalkeeping coach Peter Blasby. Pictures: Supplied