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AUSTRALIA DAY 2015 Mahalia brings her soul to Mornington THE last time Mahalia Barnes visited the peninsula she was doing support gigs for her famous dad, Jimmy, but she can’t wait to get back here in January to perform at the Mornington Australia Day concert.

The headline act for the concert in Mornington Park, Mahalia and the Soul mates will perform just prior to the fireworks.

“I have done mostly support gigs down here but been down here a fair bit with my dad over the years. It’s been a few years since I’ve been here and I’m really looking forward to it,” says Mahalia, who has been touring with her dad celebrating his 30-year solo career.

“I was always going to get into the industry and would have started earlier if I could,” says Mahalia, who began as a backup singer for her dad at 15.

“It started when I was old enough to be coming away on the weekends, but I always loved singing and was lucky to be given the opportunity. It still blows me away how at every gig my dad still gives it everything he’s got.

I’m lucky enough to be able to work with him and he gives me something to aspire to.”

Mahalia says her famous family are all still very close.

“We are all doing music and we share a lot together. This Christmas we will have about 60 to 70 there so it’s a big family occasion,” says Mahalia, who is just wrapping up her last week of shows before the new year.

“I will get time off over Christmas but love making music.”

Being married to musician Ben Rodgers, the musical tradition is being carried on with their five year old daughter, Ruby, already showing an interest in performing.

“She is so musical, we did a show the other day in Nagambie and she was there with us. One minute she was sitting at the side of the stage and next thing I know was standing there

with a microphone and sang a song.

She sings all the time and dances and just loves music,” says the proud mum.

“We’ve always tried to have her with us but as she has started school this has been the first year we couldn’t tour with her. She loves being around the music and the shows but she loves school as well so were lucky enough to have a big family and have friends who help us. I still

miss her so much when we are away though.”

Mahalia is as natural with motherhood as she is with the way she lives her life.

“It is the best thing in the world.

I love being a parent and she’s an amazing girl, giving me inspiration.

Being her mum has made me want to be better.”

One of the most publicised transformations Mahalia has gone through since having her daughter was her weight loss success and her journey with Weight Watchers.

“I was the ambassador for the Weight Watchers brand from October 2012, and dropped 30 kgs. I am still maintaining my goal weight. It’s not like gong on a diet. I feel like I learnt a whole new way to eat and to cook and to live. I think I have more options with my cooking and give it more thought now. I loved that the program is so flexible. You don’t have to eat the same thing every day,” says the self confessed foodie.

Mahalia and the Soul mates will play a mixture of songs from the new album that will be released in February, to old faves, rock and roll and blues.

“We decided on our set list when we are in the moment. It is a very organic process for us,” she says. “We have all worked together for many years now, and these are truly the most amazing musicians.”

For Mahalia, even though she has grown up surrounded by music it is

still surreal that she gets to sing for a living.

“I feel so lucky even after 17 years as a professional singer that I am able to do this,” she says. “It is important to do what you love and I know that makes me a better mum as well, and able to give my child more.”

As for Mahalia’s sojourn onto The Voice Australia 2012, she says it was a wonderful experience.

“I was asked to audition and liked the concept that they wouldn’t know who I was. It was a great opportunity to sing and be judged on my sound, not on being Jimmy Barnes’s daughter,” she says. “I had a lot of great friends involved and I am very grateful to have had the opportunity. I was blown away by the support from the public as well.”

For all those looking to have a career in the music industry, Mahalia has this to say: “It’s a really tough industry but it is the best job if you are doing what you love. Be prepared to work really hard and don’t do it for fame.

Do it because it is your passion and remember why you started. No matter how many people you are playing too, whether it is an audience of 30 or a huge crowd, always do your best job, give it everything and you will be satisfied with your work.”

Solid advice from a woman who has been given the best start in life, following in the footsteps, and possibly philosophy, of her famous rocker father, Jimmy Barnes.

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AUSTRALIA DAY 2015 Local boys make good on Australia Day KEEPING the local flavour, this Australia Day will see Mornington Peninsula band, Facades bring their powerfully energetic Indie-rock sound to Mornington park stage. With over seven years of playing experience together, the trio decided to launch their sound to the public in June 2014 and have developed a passion for a strong and dynamic live performance.

Facades drummer, Lachlan Wyatt, says the band will play a selection from their self-titled album to be released in February.

The Facades are sure to get audiences up and dancing with their fanatical stage presence, the solid rock grooves and funky breakdowns.

The peninsula lads met at school where their love of music brought them together.

“We all met at Flinders College, “says 20 year old Lachlan. “I was in year 10 and Tim Gordon (bass guitar) and Matt Harrison (guitar) were a year above me. We started a project together but it was when we were out of high school that we started taking it seriously.”

Since then the boys have finally agreed on a name for the band, and started booking gigs on a regular basis.

“It took a few months to decide on a name and we came up with Facades because it represents what we don’t want to have. We are committed to having our music represent ourselves, with our major influences in the Indie Rock genre like Arctic Monkeys, Foals, The Kooks and The Wombats,” says Lachlan.

Facades will be performing at the Australia Day celebrations in Mornington Park at 5.30pm.

Main Stage live entertainment will be hosted

by Pete and Ange from RPP FM’s ‘The Breakfast Scoop”, starting at 3.15pm with The Mighty bUZZniks, Tony Byrne and the Peninsula Allstars at 4.15, Facades at 5.30, Waz E.James Band at 7pm, and Mahalia Barnes and The Soul Mates at 8.15pm.

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Black and white theme for art show opening THIS year’s Mornington Art Exhibition got off to an upbeat start on Friday, with Daniel Power being awarded the prize for the best exhibit in any medium for his work, Through Tomorrow’s Eyes.

Opening night guests were entertained in the black and white-themed Peninsula Community Theatre by the Four Seasons String Quartet.

Ten paintings from the exhibition’s featured pastel artist, Nancy Thurlby, were used for a special display on the stage.

The door prize was handed out by by Mornington News account manager Bruce Stewart. The Mornington Peninsula News Group is a major sponsor of the art show.

Art Show convenor and Rotarian David Benson said he had received “many enthusiastic comments about the quality of the exhibition�.

The 700 works entered in the show were judged by professional artist, William Baker.

The prize for the Best Mornington Peninsula Scene went to Craig Davy for his South Beach Mt Martha; Best Mornington Peninsula Entity, Wendy Hall, Linley Point; Best Oil, Cathy Van Ee, A Gift of Flowers; Best Watercolour, Robert Shlimak, Splitting; Best Acrylic, Phil Suter, SS Casino – That Fateful Day; Best Pastel, Nancy Thurlby, Summer Invaded; Best Mixed Media, Elena Kolotusha, Faces of the Wild Lynx; Best VCE Artwork, Lauren De Rycke, As We Destroy Nature We Destroy Ourselves.

The exhibition in Wilson Rd, Mornington, opens 10am-6pm daily and ends 5pm Monday 26 January; $8 entry, children under 12 free. More details Page 9 JOHN Renowden eyes off Daniel Power’s winning work at this year’s Mornington Art Exhibition on Friday night.

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Taxes go to freeway signs Mike Hast mike@baysidenews.com.au MORE than two years after opening on 17 January 2013, Peninsula Link freeway will get directional and tourism signs that were omitted from the original brief for the $760 million road.

The signs followed intense lobbying by federal Dunkley MP Bruce Billson and peninsula tourism officials.

At least $175,000 of the cost

will come from a federal Coalition government grant organised by Mr Billson in what some people will see as an unfair cost burden.

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Last Friday he said there had been “unacceptable delays� in getting the signs installed. “This has been an exasperating experience,� he said.

The MP said “30 plus signs� would be installed on the freeway as well as on EastLink tollway, FrankstonFlinders Rd, Moorooduc Highway, and

Peninsula Link “feeder� roads.

He said a meeting of freeway builder Southern Way, Linking Melbourne Authority, VicRoads and Mornington Peninsula Shire last week had signed off on all but two of the signs.

Mr Billson said he was told signs had not been installed during freeway construction because they were not included in the original contract between the state government and Southern Way. Continued Page 4

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‘Secret’ sex shakes yoga school Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au ALLEGATIONS of sexual impropriety have shaken the usual calm surrounding the Shiva School of Meditation and Yoga at Mt Eliza.

American-born ashram director Swami Shankarananda, also known as Swamiji (formerly known as Russell Kruckman), is alleged to have had sexual relations with more than 40 women attending the ashram.

Free confidential counselling is being offered to “anyone who needs assistance” while a sub-committee has been appointed to write a code of conduct for everyone working for the ashram, including Swami Shankarananda.

“It breaks my heart that our beautiful Satsang [gathering for the truth] has been shaken and split by anger and confusion,” the 72-year-old swami wrote in a letter seeking forgiveness from ashram members.

The management committee of the residential ashram in Tower Rd said Swami Shankarananda – although never claiming to be “a sexual renunciant” or demanding celibacy from any of his students – had admitted it was inappropriate to keep “aspects of the teaching and his personal activities secret”.

The committee has allowed him to remain as the ashram’s spiritual director.

Although it had received legal advice to the effect that no criminal laws had been broken, the committee said Swami Shankarananda’s “activities … raise a number of potential ethical issues” and had started an “internal processes to address any grievances … and the per-

ceived risk of any future misconduct”.

“I can say that this is an internal matter and we have not been contacted by the police,” said Stephen Stanford, a member of the Shiva Yoga management committee.

Shiva School of Meditation and Yoga was established in 1991 and soon after moved into the residential ashram in Mt Eliza. The ashram has about 500 regular attendees, including 20 who live on-site.

In his letter, Swami Shankarananda apologises “to the community and to anyone who has been hurt by my actions, or even by hearing of my actions”.

In an apparent reference to his book Carrot In My Ear (“a guidebook to the inner experience, offering insights and techniques to dissolve ignorance and live with energy and awareness”), his letter states: “I had a carrot in my ear.

Truly. When contemplating Baba’s life, I was most engaged by the dramas of the succession. I profoundly underestimated the impact of his tantric sexual activities. And my own. I recognise at last their disastrous effect. I vow to stop this behaviour. Indeed, it has been stopped already.”

Swami Shankarananda said he wanted to make amends “in an atmosphere of love and generosity of spirit, not vilification on either side”.

“I know people are disappointed and upset. I apologise to them and ask their forgiveness.”

He said there had been a lot of good done at the ashram in the past 20 years and his “tantric activities have been the only blemish”.

“As I have said, I have stopped them.

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speak and write about what is to be learned.

“I am open to a dialogue about the role of the guru and sannyasa in the modern west and also the place of sexuality in spiritual life – and other matters. We are pioneers, after all, and getting it all right isn’t easy.

“I don’t know how I could have been this stupid … but I was. I beg your forgiveness.”

News of the swami’s conduct has been discussed on social media, with one commentator on Guruphiliac’s Facebook page labelling the Shiva School’s response “outrageous … we have spoken to some of the women involved and heard their heartbreaking personal accounts in detail, and we see nothing in his actions that could in any way be called tantric or yogic, healing or spiritual”.

The page said Swami Shankarananda was involved in advising devotees about many aspects of their lives, including personal relationships, “when to get a new job or leave one, where to live”.

“For ashramites, this goes further, with some having to ask permission to even leave the premises for a few hours.”

The statement issued by the ashram’s management committee said “many people are hurt, angry and confused”.

“The committee is taking this situation very seriously and is dedicated to resolving the issue with honesty, transparency and compassion.

“Swamiji has asked us on his behalf to reiterate his message for the year of holding the feeling – that is, stay away from enmity, and keep returning to love.”

Apology: Swami Shankarananda has apologised for the “disastrous effect” his actions have had on members of the Shiva School of Meditation and Yoga at Mt Eliza. Picture: Gary Sissons

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Signs on the way to freeway

Signing on: Peninsula Link and connecting roads will finally get directional and tourism signs not included in the original project. Picture: Gary Sissons

Continued from Page 1 The contract will have to be altered to reflect the installation of the signs.

Quotes for the work would be sought in early February and work would likely be completed mid-year, Mr Billson said. Baxter signs would be a priority. The $175,000 would be given in stages to the shire as the coordinating authority.

In 2013, Mr Billson blamed the state Labor government for not including a comprehensive

signs plan when it signed off on the private-public partnership with freeway building consortium Southern Way, which was managed by Linking Melbourne Authority.

Also in that year Western Port Tourism said signs to Western Port towns should be installed at Frankston-Flinders, Bungower and MorningtonTyabb roads. The group also called for so-called “hero destination” signs that display large photos of tourism attractions on Western Port.

Police nab 17 drink-drivers POLICE breath tested more than 2400 motorists on the Mornington Peninsula on Sunday 11 January.

The drink-driving blitz was conducted by highway patrol officers and police from the Road Policing Drug and Alcohol Section testing drivers in Rye, Sorrento and Portsea.

During the operation, 17 drivers were found to be over the blood alcohol limit, including a P-plate driver who blew 0.133 per cent.

Rosebud highway patrol Sergeant Pete Martin said it was concerning that people were still choosing to drink and drive, but he was pleased

police were able to detect and remove these drivers from local roads.

“Despite years of education, it is disappointing that people choose to put their own lives and the lives of other road users at risk by drinking and driving,” he said.

“It’s also shocking to hear some of the reasons people give for drink-driving. Last night, we heard everything from ‘I was returning from a wedding’ to ‘I was going to get fish and chips’.

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The harbour town has been chosen as one of three regional ports on the iconic company’s new regional tourism itinerary.

The first visit – by the Pacific Pearl – is part of an eight-night cruise departing Sydney on Saturday 21 February and calling at Eden, Mornington, Portland and Kangaroo Island.

The 63,786 tonne ship is due to arrive here at 9am on Tuesday 24 February and depart at 6pm for Portland, which is also a maiden call.

“Cruise lines consider a wide range of factors when determining their ports of call, including the appeal of the destination to passengers, the attractions it offers, local tourism infrastructure and proximity to other ports in the schedule,” the company’s senior vice president Tammy Marshall said.

“P&O Cruises is adding the peninsula to its schedules as the port offers easy access to some memorable attractions and activities, including local wineries, which we believe will be popular with our guests.

“From November, P&O will have five ships based locally, enabling us to take our guests to new destinations around the Australian coast.

“This is great news for regional tourism, bringing valuable cruise dollars to these smaller towns while also

Floating visit: The cruise ship Pacific Pearl is scheduled to visit Mornington next month.

encouraging holidaymakers to explore destinations they may otherwise not have visited.”

P&O Cruises has six cruises scheduled for this year and next, anchoring off Mornington and ferrying passengers to shore in tenders. The passengers can then choose to go on scheduled bus tours – one is to Arthur’s Seat lookout, Sorrento’s Main St and Point Nepean – or wander up Main St, have a meal, see the local historical sights, take a swim or visit a pub.

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ond call on 18 March, sister ship Pacific Eden arriving 12 and 30 January next year and Pacific Jewel 6 March.

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“Our [trading] season started with the usual mad rush but last week’s incorrect weather forecast – with predictions of up to 150mm of rain – kept many campers and shoppers away. Quite a few just cancelled their bookings.

“This initiative will, hopefully, bring another wave of tourists who will be greatly appreciated.”

Police probe scout boat accident WATER police are still interviewing witnesses after a13-year-old scout was severely injured in a boating accident at Mt Martha on 7 January.

He was admitted to the Royal Children’s Hospital in a critical condition with medium-to-high speed propeller strike injuries to his arms, lower body and lower limbs.

Police admit he is facing extensive and long-term rehabilitation and a long stay in emergency care.

The boy was among more than 700 scouts aged 10-14 at the week-long BayJam 2015 camp at Joseph Harris Park near Hearn Rd. He fell from a boat and was struck by the propeller before being taken by ambulance to the Royal Children's for surgery where his condition on Thursday was described as stable.

Scouts Victoria Chief Commissioner Brendan Watson said the accident had upset all involved.

“Scouts Victoria is a safety-first organisation and we take all efforts to protect the young people in our care,” he said.

“The volunteer leaders running the boating activity are experienced and accredited instructors, with qualifications in power and safety boat operation.

“Paramedics said the first aid response by the scout leaders who responded to the incident was exceptional, allowing them to stabilise the boy for immediate surgery. We have also arranged support for the leaders and scouts affected by this incident."

Sergeant Adrian Sinclair, of the Water Police Marine Investigation Unit, said the cause of the accident was still being investigated.

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Caroline Wagner on Tango V, mayor Bev Colomb, Fiona Selby of Boneo Park, Melissa Cannon, and Jamie Coman. The Boneo Classic will be held from 22–25 January.

Top horse event a ‘coup’ for peninsula TOP line equestrian events, The Boneo Classic, will be held at Boneo Park Equestrian Centre from 22–25 January.

The event will feature the Pacific League World Cup Dressage Final and the final round of the Show Jumping World Cup Series.

Winners of each discipline will represent Australia at the World Cup Final in Las Vegas in April.

Mornington Peninsula mayor Cr Bev Colomb welcomed local riders Caroline Wagner and Jamie Coman at Boneo Park last week.

Wagner, of Somerville, won the 2014 Sydney International Dressage Event. She will compete in the Pacific

League World Cup Dressage Final at the Boneo Classic.Coman, of Tuerong, represented Australia at the Sydney 2000 Olympics and is a former Australian Show Jumping national coach.

He will compete in the Show Jumping World Cup Final at Boneo.

“It’s a real coup for the Mornington Peninsula to have an event of this significance in our backyard,” Cr Colomb said. “The peninsula’s equine industry makes a substantial economic and social contribution to the community, with an estimated economic value of $142 million. The industry is vibrant and varied and the council is proud to be supporting the CDI Under 25 Grand

Prix classes at the event.

“I’m sure our local and visiting horse enthusiasts can’t wait to see the best dressage and showjumping combinations in action.”

Boneo Park boss Fiona Selby said that as well as the serious equestrian competition in the arenas, there will be fun and entertainment for the family.

“The feature days are Saturday and Sunday (24 and 25 January) with its horse and pony rides, children's entertainment, the equestrian shopping village and a ‘meet and greet’ with Olympic riders,” she said.

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Consultants take $6m bite of shire budget David Harrison david@mpnews.com.au MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire spent more than $6 million on consultants in the 2013-14 financial year.

The figure has been provided to council watcher and southern peninsula resident Barry Robinson, who for several years has been asking the shire how much it spends on external advice.

It is not a complete response, but a significant change in what appeared to have been a policy of denying info to ratepayers over a number of years on a wide range of issues.

In 2013-14, $6.24 million was spent on consultants.

As to being given more detailed figures, shire sustainable organisation director Bruce Rendall told Mr Robinson by letter on 6 January: “I have asked … staff to investigate the potential effort required to prepare a consultancies disclosure similar to that required from state government organisations.”

Mr Robinson, a retired bank executive, had asked that the shire annual report include a list of consultancy expenses “for projects, or contemplated projects, during the financial year”.

He told Mr Rendall he had corresponded directly with former shire CEO Michael Kennedy “for no tangible result” on the matter, then asked a question about expenses at the 14 October 2014 council meeting.

On 27 October he wrote to Mr Rendall saying: “I received a letter … from your predecessor, Ms Marilyn Kearney, stating that ‘The current system does not accurately accommodate the reporting of funds spent on consultancies...’.”

He said Ms Kearney agreed to include data in the 2013-14 annual report.

“Perusal (of the report) shows that such information is not included and I am enquiring why this information, which would be helpful to both ratepayers and, dare I say it, some shire staff, has not been incorporated … and apparently is still not available,” Mr Robinson wrote.

Receiving no response, Mr Robinson informed Mr Rendall by letter on 22 December that he’d received no reply.

A week later Mr Rendall apologised for the delay. “While a response was prepared … it seems this was not sent,” he wrote.

In that response Mr Rendall – a relative newcomer to the shire – said: “Your questions have piqued my interest … I find myself agreeing that we can certainly provide more detailed information about expenditure.

“Council has made changes to its chart of accounts (regarding consultancies) … From the 2014-15 year onwards we are collecting more fine grained data on consultant expenditure.”

As well as this undertaking, Mr Robinson received good news about the previously secret – with the strong support of some councillors – list of shire land held for sale. The list should be published within the next two weeks – that is, by 20 January.

Mr Robinson belongs to a small group (among them Alan Nelsen and Gary Howard of Mornington Peninsula Ratepayers’ and Residents’ Association) who make annual submissions to the shire budgetary process on such mysteries as rate rises, debt and ways to keep shire costs down.

Now the winds of change are stirring the curtains at the shire offices, veteran council watchers are smiling as they sense, by way of such matters as hitherto withheld information on land sales and consultants’ fees, that Mornington Peninsula Shire has entered a bright new era.

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NEWS DESK Hear Together support for deaf children HEAR Together Mornington Peninsula is a new support group for parents of children with a hearing impairment.

The group is an initiative of the Frankston Toy Library. It welcomes the entire family, including the children and their siblings, to its informal and fun bimonthly meetings.

“Having a child diagnosed with a hearing loss can be a difficult experience for many parents,” founder Sandi Walters said.

“When my daughter was diagnosed I felt like the only parent on the planet dealing with such issues, and my daughter felt like the only child on the planet with hearing aids.”

Ms Walters started the group to ensure that no other families in the area felt the same isolation. “Everyone is welcome - from those worried about grommets to those with hearing aids and cochlear implants,” she said.

Meetings are held at the Frankston Toy Library – of which Ms Walters in president - which also has Victoria’s largest collection of resources. These can be borrowed for children with a range of special needs, including deafness, blindness, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and autism.

A new Auslan playgroup has been launched as part of the Hear Together program for parents wanting to learn and practise sign language.

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FLINDERS MP Greg Hunt says the federal government is “determined to protect and manage the Great Barrier Reef not just for the coming decades, but for the coming centuries”.

Since its election in late 2013 the government has “put an end to the five massive dredge disposal plans for the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park that were inherited” from the former Labor government”, Mr Hunt, who is also the environment minister, said.

“The Coalition is ending the centuryold practice of dumping in the marine park – a practice that was fully embraced

by Labor governments at both a federal and state level. I am enshrining this ban in law. This is the first time that any federal Minister has ever done this.”

Mr Hunt’s remarks followed a visit to Hastings last week by members of the Australian Youth Climate Coalition to protest at plans for material dredged for the expansion of the Abbot Point coal port in Queensland to be dumped near environmentally sensitive wetlands.

With their efforts to gain support from Hastings shoppers dampened by rain coalition members gathered for photographs outside Mr Hunt’s office.

Mr Hunt said environment groups had called for onshore disposal at Abbot Point, “which is precisely what we are looking at”.

Youth coalition spokesperson Erica Ransley said their protest was primarily aimed at limiting the amount of coal mined in the Galilee Basin because once it was burnt “it’s game over for

action on climate change”.

“Millions of Australians have spoken out against this project - including many voters in Hunt’s own electorate - who perhaps remember that Minister Hunt campaigned to stop the dredging of Port Phillip Bay in 2007. Why wouldn’t he afford the same protection to our national icon, the Great Barrier Reef?

“The buck stops with Minister Hunt - he has the power to do the right thing for our climate and the reef.”

Ms Ransley said a recent study had shown that 90 per cent of Australian coal “must stay in the ground if we want to have a 50 per cent chance of staying below two degrees of global warming”.

The environmental activist group GetUp is backing legal action lodged by the NSW Environmental Defenders Office on behalf of the Mackay Conservation Group to stop Mr Hunt assessing plans to dredge and dump the spoil near Abbot Point.

Mr Hunt has countered by accusing GetUp of "ignoring the truth" and demanding it "explain" its actions.

GetUp has also used social media to rebut Mr Hunt’s claims, including his assertion that the group had “remained overwhelmingly silent as Labor advanced plans for dumping in the marine park as part of the Abbot Point project with 33 preliminary approvals”.

GetUp said it had launched its campaign to save the Great Barrier Reef in 2011, targeting the then federal Labor government “and has kept up the pressure to save the natural wonder ever since. Our campaigning included GetUp's then biggest ever petition”.

Protected: Summer rains dampened the activities but not the enthusiasm of anti-coal mining protesters Erica Ransley, Andy Snook, Hannah Glasson, Maxine Gigliotti and Raf Branton (in the Nemo costume).

The five members of the Australian Youth Climate Coalition sought refuge and a photo opportunity outside the office of Flinders MP Greg Hunt.

“Our movement followed the Reef Fighting Fund with an incredible year of action, so much so that the government abandoned its plans to dump dredge-spoil at sea and found an alternative,” GetUp stated in a news release.

“Unfortunately, the new plans are terrible. The Queensland government's own report shows it is the worst possible environmental solution at Abbot Point. (And incidentally, the cheapest).”

The case lodged by the NSW Environmental Defenders Office argues that the emissions from burning the estimated 60 million tonnes a year of coal to be exported from Adani’s Carmichael mine in the Galilee Basin “are

big enough to have an impact on global warming and therefore on the Great Barrier Reef”.

“We will argue that the minister failed to consider the greenhouse gas emissions arising from the burning of coal mined from the project and the impact of those emissions on nationally protected matters, such as the Great Barrier Reef,” the defenders office said.

Mr Hunt said a state Labor government in Queensland had “created the Galilee Basin initiative”.

“They allocated the tenements and proposed a 38 million cubic metre dredge plan. It is not a federal government plan it is a state ALP plan and private proposal.”

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Australia Day, Monday 26 January. Free tea, coffee and biscuits.

THE Art-4-Kids program is a feature of this year’s Mornington Art Exhibition now showing at Peninsula Community Theatre, corner Nepean Highway and Wilsons Rd, Mornington.

The program - for children from pre-school to early secondary school age - consists of six mural painting sessions 1.30am-noon and 2pm3.30pm Tuesday 20 January until Thursday 22 January.

Each session is self-contained and only children with attending parents will be admitted.

Art show convenor David Benson said Art-4Kids was planned “as an enjoyable activity for kids while also allowing their parents to visit the adjacent art exhibition”.

There is no charge for the children although adults need to pay an $8 entry fee to the exhibition.

“Peninsula artists will be painting in the foyer of the exhibition, which is likely to be of interest to junior artists as well as their parents,” Mr Benson said.

The exhibition open 10am-6pm daily until

THE winner of this year’s Mornington News Rotary Art Show raffle will receive a trailer and garden goods valued at $2000 with the support of Bunnings Mornington.

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The prize of a second raffle is a seascape painted and donated by Hermann Schwaiger.

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Unsold paintings from participating artists will be on sale at discounted prices. “This is a winwin situation for savvy buyers and participating artists: buyers will be able to purchase artworks at a very favourable price while artists avoid having to arrange for collection of these works,” Art show convenor David Benson said.

“The risk for buyers, of course, is that paintings they want may be sold earlier in the exhibition so they should always make their main purchases promptly.”

Sale items will be identified by a blue sticker during the sale period.

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NEWS DESK Peninsula’s A-Day CELEBRATE Australia Day on the Mornington Peninsula this year with a range of activities right across the Shire.

On Monday 26 January the peninsula will host activities including flag raisings, fireworks, concerts and sausage sizzles.

“This is a major event for the shire and one of the favourite days of the summer for our community on the Mornington Peninsula,” Mayor and Australia Day Committee chair Cr Bev Colomb said See the program and township-specific programs on our front-page wrap and at mornpen.vic. gov.au/AustraliaDay

Working bee THE next working bee for volunteers at Mt Martha’s Sunshine Reserve is 9.30am-12.30pm, Thursday 29 January. Those attending should meet at the formed track on McLeod Rd, Mt Martha, between Barrow and Spencer streets. They should wear long sleeves and pants, good boots and a hat, and bring gloves if they have them.

Extended season THE Sorrento season of the cabaret Spiegelicious and children’s show Animalicious has been extended by three weekends.

Performances of the adult Spiegelicious (tickets $79.50) will be held in the Spiegeltent, Main St, 7pm and 9pm Fridays and Saturdays from 26 January to 14 February with the children’s show Animalicious ($45) at 11am on Saturdays.

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Uber’s arrival challenges taxi operators Neil Walker neil@mpnews.com.au CONTROVERSIAL ride-sharing business Uber launched its service across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula late last month despite operating illegally in Victoria.

Uber’s online system allows travellers to request a car ride via its mobile phone app to any destination covered by the company’s business.

The US based firm, estimated to be worth at least $40 billion by market analysts, recruits drivers who use their own vehicles to ferry passengers.

Payment for a trip is made online meaning no cash changes hands.

Uber takes a commission on all journeys and pays the remainder of the fare to its drivers.

Uber’s service is a threat to the taxi industry’s business model and is deemed illegal by Victorian regulators.

Drivers risk a fine of up to $1700 if caught by transport inspectors representing Uber. The company is backed by major corporations including Google and investment bank Goldman Sachs and is reportedly paying drivers’ fines.

Despite its unregulated status, Uber has opened offices in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.

Uber announced last month that Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula have been added to the 250plus cities around the world where the ride-sharing service is available.

Online advertising over the Christmas and New Year break spruiked Uber being “everywhere this summer… all the way to Sorrento and Portsea”.

Driving for business: Uber has launched its ride-sharing service in Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula to compete with taxi operators despite being unregulated in Victoria. Picture source: Instagram

A fleet of six minis offered free Uber rides to passengers over the Christmas and New Year break to encourage people to try out the service.

Uber claims it is trying to work with authorities to effectively legalise its business in Australia.

Uber spokesman Mike Abbott told the ABC’s 7.30 program last week: “We are calling for them [regulators] to remove the ambiguity and to put in place sensible safety-based legislation for ride-sharing which is proconsumer and is not about protecting incumbents from competition”.

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A Mt Martha man is claiming the new Taxi Services Commission test for drivers is unpassable. And he says he will go to the Small Claims Tribunal to recoup his $480 costs.

Dennis Marshall, university educated and a teacher for 40 years, said the test – designed to assess driver behaviour, general skills and geographical skills – was written in such a way as to be confusing and contradictory.

The driver accreditation – knowledge and training for taxis test – was introduced by the Victorian Taxi Services Commission in July. It is broadly based on the nationally recognised Certificate II in Driving Operations course.

New drivers – or those with less than five years’ experience – must sit and pass or look for other employment. The tests are conducted in modules.

Each module costs $66.

A Taxi Services Commission spokesman last week confirmed that only seven drivers had passed the three modules required to attain the Knowledge.

He said that from 30 June last year to 2 January this year, 463 people had sat the Knowledge test with 60 passing one or more modules. Passes in three modules are required. These figures include both taxi and hire car drivers.

Mr Marshall, of Barrow St, said the computergenerated test was formatted in such a ‘dodgy’ way that it is “no wonder the pass rate is so low�.

He slammed it as not being a valid measure of competence because its style and structure is so poor. “One question has six parts and if you get one part wrong you fail the whole question,� he said. “There are 55 questions in the 60-minute test and you are allowed to get seven wrong.

Applicants are told they either pass or are ‘not yet competent’. No marks are given. “Many are scenario-type questions asking what drivers should do in various situations, and many

answers would be equally appropriate; some are audio questions which you have listen to for possible responses, and they take time to go through. “After so many years as a teacher I know how to set questions, and I can understand why so few prospective drivers have passed.�

Mr Marshall sat the tests in October – once in Frankston - hoping to drive cabs on the peninsula, but this is now not possible. He is set to become a bus driver instead. “People think only foreigners with a limited knowledge of the city and suburbs and not much understanding of customer service fail the test,� he said. “But that’s not true.�

And he is disappointed that, despite studying hard for the test and failing twice, he received no feedback from test administrator Genix on where he went wrong. He has now applied – through Freedom of Information – to find out his actual marks.

After failing twice he cannot sit again for 12 months. “A testing regime that has only a 1 per cent pass rate is doomed to fail,� Mr Marshall said. “I am sure they will change it quietly now or they will have no new drivers coming through.�

Mr Marshall said he would “go through the little courts� to get his money back - unlike most other applicants. “They’ll take a lot of people’s money.�

The Taxi Services Commission spokesman said the test had not been designed to be deliberately hard. “It has been designed to improve standards across the industry to address rising complaints from the public about taxi drivers and lowering standards across the taxi industry.�

The spokesman admitted drivers were “still struggling� with elements of the Driver Behaviour module. “Questions relating to how to use the ‘Not for Hire’ sign and how to manage fatigue are still some of the top questions that drivers are failing. “The Taxi Services Commission is constantly reviewing and improving the test. Drivers who take the time to do appropriate study and preparation should be able to pass the relevant modules.�

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LETTERS Environmental cost Over 12 months ago, at the time the dredging at Abbot Point, Queensland, was first announced, the Environment Minister and MP for Flinders Greg Hunt promised a large gathering outside his office that “he would protect the Reef”.

The minister gave the Australian people 10 days just before Christmas to obtain, read and write a submission on a new 2370-page proposal to dump dredge material on an environmentally sensitive wetland.

Despite a request, the minister has not been willing or able to put a price on the value to Australia of the proposed coal export business.

Dr Robert Costanza, a world expert on calculating the value of natural environments, placed the value of the Great Barrier Reef (the world’s largest) at $995,000 an acre.

Is the Adani coal export worth more than this?

Peter Strickland, Bittern

Hordes of errors Just reading 13 January edition of The News and was hooked by your headline “Tourist hoards hide economic downturn”.

I eagerly read on to find what all these tourists were either storing up or, at the very least, hiding. Further reading of an otherwise very interesting and pertinent article set me straight.

This is the first time I have ever written to any newspaper so you must have really got my goat with such an obvious mistake.

Unfortunately, these mistakes are minor compared to what can be found daily in online versions of newspapers, hard copy versions and now even on the on-screen program promos for

all TV stations, including the ABC. Modern publishing has seen the end of the proof reader and sub-editor and, as we know, we can all make mistakes.

I fear things will only get worse as our education system allows for a watering down of English as it was to something that has the potential to be full of unnoticed basic inaccuracies.

Kevin Parkinson, Mt Eliza

Cruel government Is there no limit to the cruelty this federal government is prepared to stoop to satisfy its ideological mantra of small government? Cutting money from social housing, fiddling with pensioners’ incomes through changing indexation of pensions, making ordinary people pay more for doctors’ visits, increasing the cost of fuel by again fiddling with indexation, while in the meantime leaving inequitable tax-breaks for the wealthy and corporations?

And when we look at immigration matters, one can only cringe with embarrassment when calling oneself Australian.

When it is convenient, the minister will not shy away from micromanaging affairs like citizenship ceremonies by councils. But, in cases that really matter, like the plight of children and the sick in our concentration camps offshore, the government is silent and unmoved and hides behind the contract partners in this crime.

Australians expect a certain level of services from government and, if need be, would be prepared to pay for them through their taxes in an equitable way where everyone contributes, not just the ordinary people, with the well to do and corporations getting away with contributing little.

Rupert Steiner, Balnarring

Comforting costs For $500,000 I could build a small palace with five bathrooms (‘Rolls Royce toilets for iconic beach’, The News 23.12.14). You gotta believe that it would cost Mornington Peninsula Shire $150 to purchase a hammer.

Granted there are costs to do this, but has the shire specifications cost us much more than necessary? Are the toilet seats and tap ware gold plated?

Is there a sauna and whirlpool bath? Is this where they are putting the “warm water” pool? Did they consult local tradespeople to do this or only their cost bloated “approved vendors”?

If anyone can do it for three times the reasonable cost, it seems to be Mornington Peninsula Shire. It ranks right at the top of outrageous costs for simple jobs.

No worries, it will just have another gargantuan rate increase again. Maybe when the Labor government caps rates it will be forced to look at its costings and the use of consultants to do the job that it is getting big bucks for being “experts” to do.

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Danger road Calls for expensive and disruptive traffic lights at the intersection of Tower Rd and Nepean Highway, Mt Eliza, are an unwarranted extravagance. Simply block the median strip gap and make all traffic out of Tower Rd turn left.

Here at Tanti Park, Mornington, we have to turn left when entering the highway.

The number one worst intersection locally is ignored by lobbyists, road safety experts and officers, and council. It is at the eastern end of Bungower Rd, which is a very busy through road now, where it intersects

Tyabb-Tooradin Rd. It frightens me every time I go there, you have to be so very careful and alert, and still you cannot see some oncoming high speed traffic. It desperately needs traffic lights or a roundabout at least.

Brian Mitchelson, Mornington

Gym regroup Rosebud gym closing after 10 years of catering to women of all ages (current members range from 16-80 plus). This club has enabled women who previously may not have felt comfortable in a more open environment.

As an older women (72) I was getting less active and suffering pre diabetes and hypertension. Two years later, these problems are gone and I have lost weight and, more importantly, become stronger and healthier.

A group of the members are now attempting to form a similar concept facility in our area and hope for support from council and others to make this a reality.

Margaret Graham, Rye

Horse abuse The fact that three Victorian trainers have this week had their horses test positive for banned substances is not surprising, considering the immense abuse that goes on in the racing industry. Imagine being pushed beyond the point of exhaustion: the bones in your legs straining to hold up the weight of your body, your bleeding lungs incapable of taking in enough air, and you're forced to keep running despite it all.

This is what life is like for racehorses, which are too often chronically drugged by trainers in order to mask their pain and enhance their performance.

Horses in the racing industry are so routinely doped up that they have

been labelled "chemical horses", and their feet, bones, and bodies are progressively destroyed as a result.

In fact, the entire horseracing business causes enormous suffering and often death every year to thousands of horses. They suffer broken bones, gastric ulcers and bleeding into their lungs from overexertion. Doping with anti-inflammatory and other drugs can affect their respiration and muscles, and pain killers will allow trainers to push the horse well beyond safe levels.

Horses that don’t win immediately are often classified as wastage and are sent, with the ageing winners, to the knackeries for pet food or on long journeys to abattoirs for human consumption. Government figures show that as many as 40,000 horses are slaughtered each year in Australia.

Horseracing is an industry, not a sport, and the persistent corruption scandals just emphasise that it is a cruel and inhumane business.

Jason Baker, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) Australia

Salvos’ thanks On behalf of The Salvation Army, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone in the local community for their support this Christmas. Thank you to local businesses and members of the community who volunteered their time at Christmas lunches, collected donations or gave financially.

Your generosity allowed us to assist 300,000 people over Christmas and share in more than 8000 meals on Christmas Day with people in our community with nowhere to celebrate.

Thank you for your ongoing support to allow The Salvation Army to do its work.

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Aunty’s travels puts junior readers in the frame Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au ROWENA Wiseman is immersed in art. As publications editor for Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery she is surrounded by and closely involved in exhibitions.

Her fascination and affinity with art has now led her to delve into the mysteries that might lie behind and beyond the framed pieces.

In a series of ebooks Wiseman takes junior readers behind the canvas.

Literally jumping into the picture with Frieda and her Aunty Arty.

The unfolding adventure illustrated

by Narelda Joy introduces youngsters to the world of art occupied by such artists as Georgio de Chirico, Yue Minjun and Paula Rego.

In the first of six ebooks slated for publication Aunty Arty takes Frieda and her sister Mona into Georgio de Chirico's painting The Disquieting Muses.

The trio set out to save their new friend Fibula from Cupid’s lead arrow while the statue of Venus suffers from lovesickness.

The acceptance of Wiseman’s series

by Melbourne children’s ebook publisher Jet Black Publishing comes after a decade of creative disappointment.

Wiseman, who lives in Mt Eliza, admits to “receiving a lot of rejection slips” from her attempts to find a publisher for her adult and young adult fiction manuscripts.

But the digital age is changing the face of publishing. Some of her pieces were published free online and the

Ereaders: Author Rowena Wiseman and daughter Sasha go online to read the first of Wiseman’s Aunty Arty series of children’s books. Picture: Gary Sissons

author believes the feedback from her growing audience became “part of the journey as regards characters”.

“Going digital becomes part of the journey. I enjoy people reading and commenting,” Wiseman says.

“I love this new age of digital reading. Someone in Mexico wants to translate my works into Spanish – we’re talking [online] about it.”

Writing on her blog led her to a Twitter reference to Jet Black Publish-

ing and she made her pitch.

Although the children’s books had not been online they obviously hit a chord with Jet Black’s owner Kim Mungcal.

An ereader user, Wiseman also “loves the feel of a paper book”.

The reality, she says, is that digital publishing of an illustrated book in colour is far cheaper than a print version.

“The illustrations in Aunty Arty

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are full colour when. Books for eight to eleven year olds usually just have black and white line drawings. Because these are ebooks and we aren't restricted by printing costs, we've been able to make full use of colour - which has been really important as they're all about art and the backdrop is adapted from a famous artwork.”

Wiseman says Aunty Arty came from her desire to read about something other than fairies and goblins to

her then six-year-old daughter.

“I wanted something more sophisticated to be available for keen readers like my daughter. “‘When I look at a painting I often wonder about the story in the artwork? Often we don’t know. I thought it would be interesting to make up what would happen if we could meet the characters in a work of art.”

She recognises difficulties may arise in explaining the meaning of the title of Chirico's The Disquieting Muses, but says “that’s the artwork’s title and I didn’t want to dumb it down too much”.

Publisher Mungcal says the book is “full of wholesome fun and adventures … a Mary Poppins-tale for the modern day”.

Twenty per cent of sale profits will go to the Australian Literacy and Numeracy Foundation (ALNF).

Illustrator Narelda Joy: “I start each series of illustrations by exploring the colours and textures of the painting that they enter. This gives me a feel for the environment and I dream up the other illustrations from there.

“It’s important to be sensitive to the original artwork, while creating the rest of the world within that painting that the characters explore.

“We’ve been able to create something far more interesting for children than what we would have been able to do with a printed book.”

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TAYLAH Perry, 19, of Ringwood, turned on a blistering burst of speed to win this year’s Maw Civil and Bendigo Bank 120 metre Women’s Diamond event at Rye on Saturday.

The men’s event - the Maw Civil 120 metre Rye Gift - was won by Paul Tancredi, of Essendon. This was is seventh appearance at the gift, with a previous best being a third placing last year.

Perry, who turned professional 12 months ago, ran the fastest heat time and then took out the final in 14.06 corrected time. Her previous best at the gift was a fifth place in her heat last year.

Running for the Speed Clinic Team, coached

by Shane McKenzie, Perry’s win capped off a successful 12 months.

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Capping 10 years of competition at Rye, 35-year-old Craig Foley is not slowing down.

His record includes winning in 2003, the 70 metre novice title in 2003 and the 400 metre open in 2011. This year, he took out the 70 metre open event – making him the only runner to have won all four events.

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Peninsula images on show MORNINGTON Peninsula Camera Club is staging a twoweek photo exhibition from 7pm, Saturday 24 January, at Pier Street Gallery, Dromana. It will run until Sunday 8 February. Opening hours are 9am-4pm weekends and public holidays, and 9am-5pm weekdays.

The exhibition is based on a series of workshops sponsored

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large picture windows. Tiles, timber and brick are all used to full effect as are flat and pitched ceilings that create intimate spaces or soaring family areas filled with natural light. The family room is set into one extravagant curve that slingshots around into a open parlour where front and centre is an intriguing spiral staircase that ascends up to a secluded sun deck. A well-appointed kitchen has a great porthole window and gleaming black granite benchtops add a touch of sophistication and does the stainless-steel appliances and cooktop with range hood. There are three

well-zoned bedrooms. The main bedroom has an ensuite with spa bath and walk-in robe, two more bedrooms have built-in robes and the large study is a handy extra feature and could easily be a fourth bedroom if required. For ecoconscious buyers, photo voltaic solar panels provide the majority of the homes electricity needs, and with a toasty open fireplace, Rinnai space heater at each end of the house and evaporative cooling you have a home for all seasons.

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Immaculate two-bedroom unit, close to shops and privately set down a long driveway. This unit has a contemporary interior including a spacious lounge & dining area, well-appointed kitchen and main bathroom with separate toilet. * 2 bedrooms with BIR’s * Open plan lounge and dining area * Split system air-conditioning * Ducted heating and ceiling insulation * Kitchen with dishwasher * Private courtyard & single garage with internal access

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This fully fenced home provides a large living room, polished floor boards and gas heating, functional galley style kitchen and tiled meals area. Built in robes to all 3 bedrooms, and the bathroom has newly layed floor coverings. Be quick not to miss out on an opportunity to purchase a home in this rapidly advancing estate. Currently returning $320 per week. * 3 bedrooms with BIR’s * Main bathroom plus separate toilet & laundry * Side access to rear flat block * Full fenced block approx.562m2 * Timber floors

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Quintessential Country Tastefully renovated 3 bedroom character home with separate bungalow/studio has the charm of yesteryear whilst offering the comfort of modern living. Set on a large block of 1548m2 (approx) this beautiful home featuries a modern kitchen with full walk-in butlers pantry and SS appliances. A separate dining room with old charm original ornate ceiling and cornices, mantle piece complete with a “Heat Charm” combustion fireplace. The master bedroom features a good sized WIR, with remaining bedroom’s complete with BIR’s. The main living area featuring wood heater, has double doors that lead out to a generous sized deck, fully enclosed with cafe blinds. The bungalow/studio provides the ideal space for a work environment or for teenagers/guests.

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When rare opportunities present, shrewd investors are normally the first to react and this is indeed one of those opportunities. Abutting the Urban Growth Boundary and located within the Mt Eliza postcode but literally on the doorstep of Mornington, Lodge Park’s 17 acres present a realm of possibilities. Gently undulating with fantastic northerly exposure, lovely views to the south towards Arthurs Seat and westerly glimpses of the Bay, the property currently offers a comfortable 3 bedroom home set amongst mature gardens and with associated shedding. This highly prized location will undoubtedly tempt buyers into perhaps building a new residence on one of its more advantageous, elevated sites. Featuring the availability of all services, this property is also an ideal land bank for future sub-division scope or consideration of tourism or semi-commercial activities that meet the planning scheme (STCA).

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One of Moorooduc’s best known thoroughbred training properties, it offers an extensive range of horse specific improvements including stables, sand track and huge ménage. It is favoured by a great location only 10 minutes from the popular Mornington racecourse training centre and offers easy access to Metro areas via the nearby Peninsula Link freeway. A well presented and comfortable 3BR main residence is offered plus a separate 2BR cottage and a bungalow, which are ideal for staff or rental. This property may be the future base of your training operation or agistment base and represent a sound investment for any equine minded buyer.

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For Sale: $760,000 - $810,000 Inspect: As advertised or by appointment

Cameron McDonald 0418 330 916

81 Arthurs Seat Road, Red Hill 5989 2364

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ESTATE AGENTS SINCE 1905

2/47 BELEURA HILL ROAD, MORNINGTON

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Boasting spacious single level living combined with a prime beachside position this is definitely the one you have been waiting for. Offering stunning street appeal, this most attractive 3 bedroom residence offers a fantastic approach to downsizing. The tiled entry leads to a huge oversized formal lounge room with a separate adjoining dining/meals area.

Sliding doors open directly onto the sun-drenched north facing outdoor entertaining area with an abundance of room for the keen gardeners to add their own touches. Gas ducted heating, evaporative cooling, 2 bathrooms including a full ensuite and a large double lock up garage with internal access all add to the properties appeal.

Stuart Cox 0417 141 007

4 BEACH GROVE, MORNINGTON Enviable Beachside Location This superb site of 1200 sqm (approx), with a 20 metre frontage, make it an ideal position for a new development of 3 - 4 townhouses (STCA). Within close proximity to vibrant Main Street, parks, medical facilities and a short stroll to the sandy shore of Fishermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beach... this is a great project for the savvy builder/developer/investor.

Please note images are Concept Plans only and Fishermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beach does not represent actual view.

Vivienne Spencer 0409 558 330

220 Main Street, Mornington 5976 5900

Shop 11, 210 Dunns Road, Mornington 5976 8899

Auction: Saturday February 21st at 12 noon Inspect: As advertised or by appointment

Sally Gray 0402 246 081

81Arthurs Seat Road, Red Hill 5989 2364

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Harcourts Mornington

Harcourts

Suite 2 / 1a Main Street 03 5970 8000 www.mornington.harcourts.com.au

SINCE 1888

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Mount Martha 47 Paperbark Drive

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Excellent Value! Substantial Home On Large Allotment

A fantastic position in one of Mt Martha’s most affordable pockets, this delightful 3BR home combines a fabulous family-friendly layout and generous 737sqm (approx.) block with a quiet yet central position in walking distance of Bentons Square shopping and popular Osborne Primary. Neat as a pin, features include open-plan family/meals, separate lounge and dining room and a huge outdoor entertaining area under the shade sail. Extras here include updated stainless steel kitchen appliances, master with WIR and ensuite, gas heating, reverse-cycle airconditioning and a double lock-up garage with drive-through access to the big backyard with fun kids’ cubby, 5000L RWT and a second double garage

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Sue Monaghan 0400 481 862 sue.monaghan@harcourts.com.au Lauren Wild 0413 487 179 lauren.wild@harcourts.com.au

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Fresh country feeling in family friendly location overlooking reserve Two formal living rooms, providing privacy and space to relax Ducted heating/cooling throughout Stunning landscaped gardens, wide street frontage, 1000m2 (approx) Wide street provides easy access for manoeuvring caravans, boats, trailers, off street parking

Janet McNeill 0419 503 327

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Mornington 1/44 Beleura Hill Road

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Sail Away...

Set in a fabulous complex with only 4 on the block this unit has it all for both charm and convenience.

Mills beach is at the end of the road, Main Street shops/ cafes, medical virilities, hospitals, schools, transport and all that Mornington is famous for are close by as is the Beleura Hill shops and Mornington golf course. This single storey unit features 3 bedrooms, main with ensuite, family bathroom, lounge, family room, kitchen/meals area, separate laundry and double remote garage. You are made comfortable all year round with ducted heating and ducted refrigerated cooling, how good is that? The outdoor entertainment area is in a lovely garden setting complete with a garden shed. This fabulous unit would be ideal for retirees, professional couples or the astute investor.

Only steps from Fishermans Beach, set sail for the perfect retirement or executive lifestyle with this superbly positioned 4BR townhouse delivering sparkling water views. Near new, the home has soaring 3.6m ceilings at entry level create an extra sense of space that is further enhanced by glowing spotted gum floors, while 3 generous bedrooms share a stylish living area & a fully-tiled main bathroom.Upstairs, a glowing gas log fire provides instant ambiance to the main living & dining area, while bi-fold doors encourage you to step out onto the balcony with a glass of wine & watch the sun set across the water.

Incorporated here, a sleek stone-topped kitchen comes equipped with an impressive Falcon upright cooker and walk-in pantry, while master suite boasts a fitted walk-though robe & stylish ensuite with frameless twin shower. Extras include hydronic heating, r/cycle aircon., secure entry via video intercom & double garage.

Terry Young 0419 503 327

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Malcolm Parkinson 0421 704 246 E malcolm.parkinson@harcourts.com.au Andrew Gillespie 0414 680 512 E andrew.gillespie@harcourts.com.au

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Harcourts

Suite 2 / 1a Main Street 03 5970 8000 www.mornington.harcourts.com.au

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FOR SALE

Mount Martha 11 Seachange Court

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Offering fabulous space indoors and out, an inground pool and a brilliant alfresco zone featuring a bar and pool table, this is the ‘seachange’ your family deserves! Only walking distance to Bentons Square and Benton Junior College, the superb home has all the room your family could ever want during the busy growing years with 3 living areas, 5 bedrooms, a study and even a second driveway to park a boat or caravan. A striking stone and stainless steel kitchen will make an impression with the family chef and everyone will love the completely enclosed alfresco room beside the pool where you can party all year around. Also features master ensuite, powder room and a remote double garage

For Sale $760,000 View www.harcourts.com.au/VMG24697 Open Anytime By Appointment Malcolm Parkinson 0421 704 246 E malcolm.parkinson@harcourts.com.au Sue Monaghan 0400 481 862 E sue.monaghan@harcourts.com.au

FOR SALE

Mornington 1/32 Nelson Street

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• Beachside – walking distance to Fisherman’s beach • Easy care low maintenance allotment • Large living room with reverse cycle heating/cooling • Three double bedrooms, each with built in robes • Separate dining room, currently being used as additional bedroom • Typical beach retreat – just ideal for permanent/part time living – ideal holiday destination Price View Open

$450,000 www.harcourts.com.au/VMG24685 Anytime By Appointment

Janet McNeill 0419 503 327 Terry Young 0419 157 172

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Harcourts Rosebud 1011-1013 Point Nepean Road, 5950 2500 www.rosebud.harcourts.com.au

SINCE 1888

FOR SALE

Rosebud 1-18/9 Mount Arthur Avenue

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‘Arthur Mews’ Rosebud... A relaxed beachside location situated right in the heart of the Mornington Peninsula. Recently included in National Geographic’s esteemed annual Best of the World list. The Mornington Peninsula was the only Australian region that was included as a must see destination of the world. The Mornington Peninsula encapsulates the very best of Australia in one place. This picturesque wine and food region has got it all. Here you can enjoy it all; from roughed coastlines and surf beaches to surreal golden sandy safe beaches located bay side. You will marvel at the beautiful rolling countryside that is dotted with wineries, fruit growers and countless equine properties. Indulge yourself in all the Peninsula has to offer and you will soon realise why it’s simply too good to just visit when you can be a part of the Peninsula all year round!

For Sale $469,000 - $495,000 View www.harcourts.com.au Inspect Contact agent Chris Wilson 0417 147 307

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Private & Perfect Fully fenced and set behind a large automatic timber gate, only a short walk to Main Street, this low maintenance family home is just perfect for the modern family, or retirees looking to spend more time living and less time gardening. Just over four year old this property, still under builder warranty, consists of 4 bedrooms plus study, two living areas, and a sensational fully decked out door entertaining area, perfect for BBQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and long lazy evenings with friends. A beautiful granite kitchen with Glass splashback and 900mm free standing oven will delight the entertainer, and creature comforts like ducted gas heating and evaporative cooling make for pleasurable living year round. The wide automatic gate allows for room to house a small boat, van or trailer while still allowing full access to the remote double garage with internal access to the house. An inspection of this brilliant property will not disappoint.

For SALE INSPECT CONTACT OFFICE

$600,000 - $660,000 Saturday 1.30-2.00pm or by appointment Chris Berryman 0439 313 175 or Holli Whitcombe 0411 109 969 172 Main Street, Mornington, 5975 4999

MORNINGTON 8 Strachans Road Sunsets And The Sand Magical views from north and south facing alfresco balconies are some of the rare privileges on offer at this luxury beachside address. Just doors from Fishermans Beach and a pleasant walk into Main Street, this designer four-bedroom residence lets you lap up the beauty of the bay in absolute style. $UFKLWHFW GHVLJQHG ZLWK ORZ PDLQWHQDQFH LQ PLQG WKH KRPH ERDVWV D EULOOLDQW Ă RRUSODQ WKDW GHYRWHV WKH XSSHU OHYHO WR SDUHQWV LQFOXGLQJ D ODUJH PDVWHU suite with soothing spa and access to the balcony lounge, while a vast open plan living area spills out to the covered alfresco balcony. A lower level WHUUDFH RYHUORRNV D FRXUW\DUG RI OHDI\ PDMHVWLF WUHVV DQG VHDVLGH GDLVLHV ELJ HQRXJK WR Ă&#x20AC;W D ODUJH LQ JURXQG SRRO 67&$ 'RZQVWDLUV KROGV WKUHH PRUH EHGURRPV D VW\OLVK IDPLO\ EDWKURRP DQG D VHFRQG ORXQJH RSHQLQJ WR WKH WLOHG WHUUDFH :LWK SROLVKHG Ă RRUERDUGV XQGHU IRRW DQG KLJK FHLOLQJV DERYH the home also features a granite-topped kitchen with stainless steel appliances beside a large dining hall, ducted heating, evaporative cooling, reverse cycle air-conditioning and internal access to a double remote-controlled garage.

For SALE

$1.15 million plus

INSPECT CONTACT OFFICE

Thursday 5.30-6.00pm & Saturday 2.30-3.00pm Chris Berryman 0439 313 175 or Dimitri Tantanis 0425 863 681 172 Main Street, Mornington, 5975 4999

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Shop 2, 188-194 Main Street Mornington www.conleyluff.com.au

Conley

5975 7733

MORNINGTON

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MODERN BEACHSIDE LUXURY Combining the perfect blend of luxury, privacy & security is this stunning beachside abode located just a short stroll to the sandy shores of fabulous Fisherman’s beach, Lilo cafe & the many delights on offer in Main Street. This contemporary home exudes elegance & sophistication starting from the gated entry, Travertine feature facade through to the low maintenance yard with the 6 x 3m spa/pool. As you step inside you are greeted by a sense of space & light with high ceilings coupled with neutral tones & natural features such as extensive use of timber, marble, Travertine & polished concrete floors. With 3 large bedrooms plus study, huge master suite with fitted WIR & palatial ensuite with free standing bath, stunning two-pac kitchen with marble tops, induction cooktop, dual ovens, country style dining space & adjacent open living space with gas log fire which flows seamlessly out to the north facing alfresco entertaining area skirted by lush vertical gardens & the sparkling pool/spa. Also with a 2nd zoned living space upstairs ideal for a home theatre room. Other premium inclusions are double glazing throughout, refrigerated heating & cooling, video intercom, auto double garage & many others in this unparalleled lifestyle opportunity.

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$650,000 - $720,000

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The very essence of modern seaside living has been beautifully captured in this contemporary four-bedroom coastal home positioned in Martha Cove & just moments stroll to the beach. Ideal as a luxury weekender or superb permanent home, this deceptively spacious home exhibits quality and class at every turn & delivering the epitome of lifestyle living. With a spacious light filled split level floor plan & with master suite (FES & fitted robes), 2nd bedroom & 2nd bathroom, large open living/dining area opposite the huge deluxe stone topped kitchen, large entertainers deck & auto double garage on one main level ideal for empty nesters or retirees plus another 2 bedrooms, main bathroom, cinema room & huge under house storage on the other. Of course, complete with all the mod cons that you would expect in a quality lifestyle home in this location with high ceilings, ducted heating & cooling, stone tops in kitchen & all bathrooms, quality tiling throughout & much more. An inspection is highly recommended.

40 Spinnaker Terrace Inspect Saturday 2-2.30pm or by appointment Contact Kayn Luff 0416 265 337 Roy Cotton 0419 610 888

KAYN LUFF DIRECTOR 0416 265 337

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JADE WILSON PROPERTY MANAGER 5975 7733

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ROD MORAHAN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT 0498 965 555

ROY COTTON SALES EXECUTIVE 0419 610 888

STEVE CONLEY LICENSED ESTATE AGENT 0428 389 670

ROBERT LOSCHIAVO INSPECTION HOST 0418 563 580

JAN MEYER ACCOUNTS 5975 7733

WENDY O’HALLORAN OFFICE MANAGER 5975 7733

SASHA PORTBURY ADMINISTRATION 5975 7733

Shop 2, 188-194 Main Street Mornington www.conleyluff.com.au

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5975 7733

MORNINGTON

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BRAND NEW, BEACHSIDE AND SINGLE STOREY Ideally located only a leisurely 200m stroll from fabulous Fishermans Beach & within easy walking distance of the boutique cafes & restaurants on offer in Main Street Mornington. This single storey home offers its own street frontage & own title. All behind a secure front fence and the below features: •3 bedrooms (Master with FES & WIR) •Huge open living area •10’ high ceilings •Timber flooring •Deluxe kitchen with stone benchtops, AEG appliances & walk-in pantry •Ducted Heating & Refrigerated Cooling •Alfresco Entertainin •Security System •Single garage A rare opportunity to secure a single storey beachside home

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Why not spoil yourself with an Esplanade address, easy beach access great walking tracks only 3kms to Mornington’s Main Street Cafe set and 3.5 km’s to the thriving Mount Martha Village and marvellous Beaches. Yes this property could be your dreams come true. Ground level offers 2 great bedrooms both with bathrooms and spa, freshly updated kitchen and family living with timber floating floor all reaching out to a private paved entertaining area, upstairs offers full ensuite and main bedroom with waterviews an upstairs entertaining area with adjoining covered balcony also with great bayviews this is a wonderful family home and inspection a must.

669 Esplanade Inspect Saturday 1-1.30pm or by appointment Contact Geoff Luff 0416 142 336 Rod Morahan 0498 965 555

KAYN LUFF DIRECTOR 0416 265 337

GEOFF LUFF DIRECTOR 0416 142 336

MAUREEN GILLHAM LICENSED ESTATE AGENT 0418 558 777

JADE WILSON PROPERTY MANAGER 5975 7733

ROD MORAHAN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT 0498 965 555

ROY COTTON SALES EXECUTIVE 0419 610 888

STEVE CONLEY LICENSED ESTATE AGENT 0428 389 670

ROBERT LOSCHIAVO INSPECTION HOST 0418 563 580

JAN MEYER ACCOUNTS 5975 7733

WENDY O’HALLORAN OFFICE MANAGER 5975 7733

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Shop 2, 188-194 Main Street Mornington www.conleyluff.com.au

Conley

5975 7733

MOUNT MARTHA

$399,000 - $595,000

MORNINGTON

$749,000 - $769,000

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To be built to exacting standards & with a convenient location only minutes stroll to boutique cafes & shopping on Main Street as well as to the white sands of Mills beach are these free standing new homes offering individual titles. Promising an easy care beachside lifestyle combined with brilliant saving on stamp duty making these stylish new homes an ideal choice. Designed with an essence on space, light & functionality with each offering 3 bedrooms with downstairs master with FES & WIR, an open plan living/ dining/kitchen area downstairs, a 2nd living space upstairs & a double auto garage.

Inspect by appointment Contact Kayn Luff 0416 265 337

1 & 2 / 9 Campbell Grove

‘ALLURE PLACE’

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BIG NEW BEACHSIDE TOWNHOUSES OWN TITLES!

Privately set apart & all located close to shops, transport & parks, these sophisticated new residences are the ideal choice for enjoyable living. Offering both double & single storey designs with either 2 or 3 bedrooms, these homes comprise all the creatcher comforts one would expect with a development of this calibre.

•Floor to ceiling tiling in bathrooms •Ducted heating & split systems •Panel lift garage door •Quality carpets & tiles through out •Stone bench tops to bathroom & kitchen •6 star energy rating •Gloss cabinetry, mirrored splashbacks to kitchen •Fitted wardrobes to bedrooms

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1-14/40-46 Green Island Avenue Inspect by appointment Contact Kayn Luff 0416 265 337 49 Prince Street

MOUNT MARTHA

$625,000 - $1,300,000

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A fantastic location only minutes stroll from lovely walking trails & sandy beaches, providing an ideal setting for these new individually titled luxury homes, sitting opposite lovely open parkland & easy walk to local strip shops & cafe! Designed with an emphasis on space, light & functionality each of these stunning modern masterpieces will be finished to exacting standards & with all the mod cons one would expect for a home in this highly sought location. Comprising of 24.19sq of luxury living plus auto d/garage & sitting on a substantial allotment for a townhouse of approx 362m2 with a great northerly aspect to the rear gardens.

Inspect by appointment Contact Kayn Luff 0416 265 337

MORNINGTON

$439,000 - $589,000

ARRANGE YOUR VIEWING NOW Never before has there been such an opportunity to own your own view of our wonderful bay for such a little cost. Situated on top of the Esplanade Mount Martha is this project offering apartment living with eternal bay views. All apartments offer 3 bedrooms, minimum 2 bathrooms and polished timber floors, monitored access, SMEG appliances, floor to ceiling tiles to all wet areas, quality tap fittings, lift access, reverse cycle air conditioning, ceiling fans, quality carpets, Units 5,6,7 & 8 BBQ’s, Stainless sinks (Rooftop Decks), vinyl wrap kitchens complete with wine fridge, convection microwave, Caesar Stone, extensive robe inserts, 2700mm Ceilings, 8 Watt Leds, 2 underground car parks per Apartment & storage unit. www.esplanadeapartments.com.au Inspect Thurs 6-6.30pm & Sat 11.00-12.00pm 1-8/610 Esplanade

Contact Geoff Luff 0416 142 336 Rod Morahan 0498 965 555

MORNINGTON

OFFERS OVER $850,000

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Boasting a clever design coupled with an enviable position close to fabulous Fisherman’s beach and cosmopolitan Main Street, this stand alone residence captures the very essence of beachside living with an easy care lifestyle and all the mod cons you would come to expect in a quality new home. This stylish townhouse offers a variety of design finishes both internally & externally coupled with a combination of natural finishes & colour tones which include West Australian limestone feature block work, cedar weatherboards & merbau decking. Boasting zoned living upstairs & down, 3BR’s - downstairs main with FES & BIR, deluxe kitchen with Smeg appliances, auto double garage & decked entertaining area.

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JADE WILSON PROPERTY MANAGER 5975 7733

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Inspect by appointment Contact Kayn Luff 0416 265 337

4 Neptune Street

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If the time has come to make a sea change, downsize or a simple lifestyle change then you will find this stunning new development hard to beat.

With a variety of different offerings available to an exclusive few, from 2BR single storey villas to larger 3BR single storey residences with double garages or 4BR double storey townhouses with dual living areas and 3 bathrooms. Luxurious inclusions include stone benchtops & s/steel appliances to kitchens, ducted heating and air-conditioning, main bedrooms with WIR & FES and open plan living areas. If you want to live in cosmopolitan Mornington and be close to famous beaches, restaurants, shops, golf courses and all the Peninsula has to offer then this is your chance.

STEVE CONLEY LICENSED ESTATE AGENT 0428 389 670

ROBERT LOSCHIAVO INSPECTION HOST 0418 563 580

JAN MEYER ACCOUNTS 5975 7733

WENDY O’HALLORAN OFFICE MANAGER 5975 7733

SASHA PORTBURY ADMINISTRATION 5975 7733

REAL ESTATE PARTNERS

Mornington Peninsula

Mount Martha

From $389,000

1-12/51 Green Island Avenue Boutique, Quality and Location!

You are invited to secure your piece of prime Mount Martha real estate to add to your savvy investment portfolio or to pop the champagne cork, move in and enjoy! Under contruction, this sensational and boutique block of only 12 luxurious single-level residences allow for convenience, community, and that low-maintenance Mornington Peninsula lifestyle you have been waiting for.

All of your requirements are bound to be met by the varying Áoor-plans on offer in the 10x three bedroom (all with ensuite and double remote garage) and 2x two bedroom residences (with semi-ensuites and single remote garages) ranging between 133sqm-203sqm approximately, and all located within approximately 1.2km from the foreshore reserve and being less than 1km to Bentons Square you can leave the car at home!

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Mornington

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$750,000 - $830,000

Proudly positioned at the Paris end of Mornington’s prestigious SummerÀelds Estate, this magniÀcent three-bedroom plus study home combines intelligent zoned living with fabulous indoor/outdoor entertaining options in a glorious garden setting that ensures complete peace and privacy.

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A fresh approach to real estate

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12 Park Avenue Step up to a Park Avenue lifestyle!

Contact Jarrod to book private inspection

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REAL ESTATE PARTNERS Mount Martha

Mornington Peninsula

$440,000 - $480,000

13/22A Green Island Avenue Peaceful and Private Front Villa Positioned Close to Everything

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Rosebud

Pleasantly set in a quiet complex of only four, this light and bright, front Villa is a real surprise packet.

Located close to bus stops, The Dava Drive Shops and of course Mornington’s Main Street and beautiful beaches and with a clever, north orientated Áoor plan and plenty of external space to create private gardens.

Joel Hood 0429 886 188

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308 Bayview Road Something Special

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Dromana

$380,000 - $435,000

29 Shaw Street It’s A Shaw Thing!

Set on 624 sqm (approx.), this functional home offers kitchen with near new appliances, LG heating & cooling unit, tandem carport with rear access, secure yard with shed & borrowed landscape known as the Bayview Road reserve. Close to beaches & positioned a km from the Shopping Precinct.

Contact Joel Hood to book private inspection

$390,000 - $430,000

3/29 Fulton Ave Brilliant Beachside Villa

Set privately amongst native gardens, this immaculately kept front villa offers value to astute buyers with a keen eye for detail. Conveniently located within a short stroll to bus stops, schools and Bentons Square Shopping Precinct, everything is at your Àngertips.

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Mornington

This beautifully renovated beachside home features: 3 bedrooms, Áoorboards throughout the open a well-appointed kitchen with stone bench tops, low maintenance courtyard & entertainment area, split system cooling/heating, and great attic storage. Close to beach, schools, shops, hospitals & Peninsula Link.

Joel Hood 0429 886 188

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OfÀce: 176 Main Street, Mornington 3931

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REAL ESTATE PARTNERS

Making it in Main Street!

Pop into our ofÀce at 176 Main Street and meet our amazing team to discuss all of your real estate needs today A fresh new aproach to real estate.

Meet our amazing team...

Jarrod Carman

Caitlin Broomhall

Jarod Joseph

Tony Lagides

Carmen Ruiz

Joel Hood

Director

Assistant to Jarrod Carman

Real Estate Agent

Real Estate Agent

Real Estate Agent

Real Estate Agent

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0422 411 103

0427 051 084

0414 905 873

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Patrick Cornish

Liz Garrett

Gary Kohlman

Ross Baron

Renee Duyvestyn

Michelle Nixon

Grant Kersley

Real Estate Agent

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Rental Administration

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MORNINGTON 3/52 Alameda Avenue

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Auction

Located in a quiet tree-lined avenue, handy to all amenities and Main Street this light bright tastefully refurbished villa will impress.

Featuring large living/dining area, hostess kitchen, gas heating, semi-ensuite, large sun lit backyard and lock up garage with remote.

Whether you are making a lifestyle purchase or adding to your investment portfolio this property ticks all the boxes.

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Ray White Mornington

MOUNT MARTHA 123 Dunns Road

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Daisy Cottage

Auction

You will be instantly in love with this stunning home. The charming faรงade, captivating style and delightful landscaped gardens provide instant appeal whilst the position close to shops, schools & parkland delivers absolute convenience. Impeccably presented, the home offers 3 generous size bedrooms including main with ensuite & walk in robe, bathroom featuring a free standing claw foot bath, spacious living with gas log fire, gourmet kitchen, family dining opening to fabulous outdoor entertaining deck, brick paved barbeque area, vegetable garden and garden shed. Enhanced with polished floorboards, ducted cooling, ducted heating and quality fittings throughout. Simply move in and enjoy!

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Charming, Spacious & Affordable

For Sale

This charming home provides spacious living at an affordable price level in a fantastic location within close proximity to Main Street, bus and beach. Situated in a private setting screened by a high fence and a delightful garden, the home offers 4 bedrooms, formal lounge with gas log fire and generous size family room opening to north facing decked verandah. Hardwood floors, ducted cooling.

Land size: 482 sqm approx.

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Ray White Mornington

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5 Bayrise Drive, MORNINGTON

4a Alameda Avenue, MORNINGTON

4 Seachange Court, MOUNT MARTHA

20 Florence Street, MOUNT MARTHA

34 Marriott Drive, MOUNT MARTHA

1/166 Canadian Bay Rd, MOUNT ELIZA

5/5-9 Canterbury Street, MORNINGTON 9/22 Sanders Road, FRANKSTON STH

SOLD!

Everything Lina touches turns to Lina has the knowledge, passion and skills to help maximise the value of your property.

94% clearance

Ray White Mornington have sold more successful auctions with a rate in 2014.

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Saturday 14th February at 3.00pm

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10% deposit, balance 30/60 days

PRICE GUIDE: $1.1M - $1.2M INSPECT:

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AUCTION:

Saturday 14th February at 11.00am

TERMS:

10% deposit, balance 90/120 days

PRICE GUIDE: $780,000 - $840,000 INSPECT: CONTACT:

Saturday 11.00-11.30am James Crowder 0407 813 377 Deb Ketting-Olivier 0403 554 955

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TUERONG

AUCTION

108 Coolart Road

COUNTRY ESTATE ON 5 ACRES Picture perfect, this is a home that welcomes everyone. Large living spaces, raised ceilings and bamboo floors create a warm ambience throughout. Featuring a superb kitchen, main bedroom with WIR & FES, separate study and rumpus room with bar. Additional features include 3 phase power to 14m x 11m shed with 2 roller doors, 12 solar panels, plus a shower and toilet. There is also a water causeway that links to the dam. This home was built to impress. Contact Exclusive Agent.

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Ultra chic townhouse, styled over two levels, overlooking the Marina, French and Sandstone Islands and surrounding parklands. Boasting the very best location, this renovated townhouse offers spacious open plan living downstairs, second living area upstairs and sleek designer kitchen with s/steel appliances. Other features include spacious bedrooms with BIR’s, main bedroom with balcony and a sparkling bathroom with double frameless shower.

Contact Exclusive Agent.

FOR SALE NOW OR BY AUCTION...

Position is the key to this semi-renovated two bedroom unit. An ideal investment or suited for first home buyers looking to step into the property market. Boasting a new kitchen adjoining the lounge room, both bedrooms have built in robes and freshly painted throughout this unit is ready for a new tenant which we can source while waiting for settlement. Located near the hospital and medical centres and just a short stroll to Monash University. Vendor wants it sold!

Contact Exclusive Agent.

AUCTION Saturday, February 7th at 2.30pm VIEW Saturday 2:00-2:30pm AGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

HOT PROPERTY

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A TRUE CHARMER

PRICE $400,000 Offers Over VIEW Saturday 1:00-1:30pm AGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

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PRICE From $310,000 VIEW Saturday 11:00-11:30am AGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

HASTINGS 18 McCallum Street POTENTIAL SUB-DIVISION SITE Cocooned in nature, this traditional 1940’s style home has character and charm with brilliant scope to subdivide in the future (STCA) or just renovate into your dream home on this 810m2 allotment. Featuring original picture rails and 10ft ceilings with 3 bedrooms, s/system air conditioner, hard wood flooring and a versatile floor plan.

Within walking distance to shops, and only a 5 minute stroll to the Foreshore Reserve.

Don’t miss out! Contact Exclusive Agent.

Striking facade and floor-plan, this 4 bedroom plus study double storey home sits on ¼ acre allotment (approx.) Located in a quiet court location (still under builders warranty) and adjacent to a park and only a short walk to the beach. Featuring plenty of living space for the whole family to enjoy, plus a 14m x 13m workshop (under roof line) and 3 bay carport. Exceptional home in an idyllic location with many outstanding features. Contact Exclusive Agent.

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BITTERN 2 & 14 / 75 Hendersons Road For those looking for a quality unit within a well-built and well-designed complex this needs your immediate attention. Including GDH and air-con, double garage and landscaping to the front and rear of the property. Caesarstone benchtops and s/steel appliances to kitchen with LCD downlights to entry. Finished with fly screens, letterbox and clothes line. Save on stamp duty and get in now. Two-bedroom unit also available.

Contact Exclusive Agent.

STROLL TO THE BEACH

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BITTERN IS THE NEW BALNARRING

Be impressed by this appealing 3BR home with a separate study that has been converted to a hairdressing studio which the current owners will leave if desired. The main bedroom has WIR & FES with BIR’s to two more bedrooms. A formal lounge has traditional decorative lace work cornices and adjoins the well-appointed kitchen with overhead cupboards and modern appliances. An enclosed outdoor deck area looks out to the lovely water feature and gardens, and there is a double carport.

Contact Exclusive Agent.

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BARGAIN BUYING

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168 Main Street Mornington VIC 3931 T. 03 5975 6888

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For Lease

Mornington

For Lease

Red Hill

27 Wilsons Road, Mornington

12 Station Road, Red Hill

4 bedroom, beachside location! Loads of space, inside and out. Four bedrooms, walk in robe to the master and built in robes to remaining rooms. Three spacious living areas and a great sized light filled kitchen. Ensuite bathroom to master, central family bathroom, separate laundry. Ducted heating and ceiling fans. Prime beachside position.

Available 16th March

Charming 2 bedroom home. Modern kitchen with electric cooking, dishwasher, split level, open plan living areas with floorboards throughout. Featuring split system unit and Coonara fire place, mezzanine/study area, downstairs powder room and laundry.

Entertaining deck, perfect for Summer BBQs or relaxing with a good book or get the painting easel out!

Available Now

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For Lease Rent $450 per week (negotiable) Contact Caitlin Brown 0408 546 132 bowmanandcompany.com.au

For Lease

Moorooduc

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Safety Beach

480 Derril Road, Moorooduc

103/11 Sharpley Avenue, Safety Beach

Acreage property with horse facilities. Beautiful native garden on five acres. 5 bedrooms, master with ensuite. Modern kitchen and 3 living spaces over split level leading out to entertainment deck. Features include Coonara fire place, gas heater and two split systems.

Outside, three great sized, fully fenced paddocks, a round horse yard, horse box, machinery shed and large carport.

Available 8th February

Stunning bay views, fully-furnished ground floor, modern 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment featuring ducted heating and cooling, spacious living areas, courtyard, indoor/outdoor living. Walk along boardwalk to beach. Heated in ground pool and gym in complex, basement car parking for 2 cars and a lock up store room.

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Mount Martha

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For Lease

Safety Beach

61 Grandview Terrace, Mount Martha

4 Buckley Street, Safety Beach

An amazing vista across Port Phillip Bay, Arthurs Seat and Red Hill awaits you from the balcony of this stunning retro home. The home features 3 good sized bedrooms, lounge and kitchen area with floorboards and a family bathroom. Also featuring a large, private deck at the rear, lock up garage and double carport.

Available Now

Very neat home is perfect for the family who needs the space. 5 bedrooms, ensuite to master. Featuring a kitchen with electric cooking, breakfast bar and large meals area, second living room, central family bathroom plus heating and cooling for comfort all year round. Plenty of parking space. Fully furnished on 6-11 month lease agreement.

Available 2nd February

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MOUNT MARTHA 7 Sandhurst Terrace

$650,000+

As a fully licensed estate agent, locally born & bred and still living in the neighbourhood, I know the market thoroughly and can help you achieve a fantastic result.

If you’re curious to know where you sit in today’s real estate market please sk for your contact me to ask on free no obligation al market appraisal

LAYNE PEARCE RCE 0437 744 094 • Positioned in the Bentley Cove Estate walking distance to Bentons Square • Modern 4 bedroom home on a low maintenance block of 570m2.

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10 Beverley Street, DROMANA $750,000 plus Stockdale & Leggo, 193 Point Nepean Road, Dromana, 5987 3233 John Sanderson, 0407 457 340

FROM the splendid balcony of this quality double-storey home you can sit and watch the fantastic light show as the Peninsula comes to life at night, or dazzling storms out on Port Phillip Bay. Set on the slopes of Dromana in a quiet court location, this fine brick-veneer home is in excellent condition with a clever floor plan offering a choice of entertaining or living options. Downstairs is the main bedroom with ensuite and walk-in robe and a conservatory leading out to cosy patio. Upstairs is the main living area with a massive lounge room given an even greater sense of space with floor-to-ceiling windows allowing for plenty of natural light. A neat galley-style kitchen has a dishwasher and under-bench oven, and down the hall are three more bedrooms that share the second bathroom. From the street, a sealed driveway leads down to a double garage, and there are nice lawn areas both front and back.

4 Jasmine Court, FRANKSTON Buyers over $330,000 OBrien Real Estate, 1/474 Nepean Highway, Frankston, 9781 6666 Andrew Milne, 0418 303 591

FOR the clever trades person or â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Blockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; wannabe, this cute brick-veneer home in an established court location is a nice buy as is, or fix up and capitalise on this excellent location that is set for future growth with a recent surge in development from government departments and shopping centre expansions. Original floorboards have been brought back anew and feature prominently throughout the living and dining areas. A casual meals space adjoins the neat little kitchen which opens to a paved area alongside the home, leading to the good-sized backyard. There are three bedrooms that share the one bathroom, and there is a separate laundry. The home is walking distance to schools and shops, and there is a bus stop at the front.

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TERMS: 10% deposit, 30/60/90 day Settlement.

5987 3233

AUCTION THIS SATURDAY at 2.00pm Inspect Sat from 1.30pm Contact Melissa Walker 0407 508 555

193 Point Nepean Road, Dromana VIC 3936

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MORNINGTON Mornington Pizza House

MORNINGTON PENINSULA

Ideal partnership or husband and wife business, all the hard work has been done with this Mornington Pizza restaurant. Very cheap rent of $290/week plus GST and outgoings. Vendor will trial, be quick!!!!

Business details: Long lease of 5 x 3 years rent only $290/week + GST + out goings, vendor will trial at $4,800 per week, only 6 nights per week short opening hours 5pm till 9pm, web site with on line ordering, excellent plant with cool room, rear access & toilet.

Online Invitation Store

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$79,000 + SAV Gary Ralph 0418 535 503 Carrum Downs 9783 0688 121 Hall Rd

MORNINGTON Just Peachie

SEAFORD 20-22 Milne Avenue

Just Peachie

Prime Location! 1,700m2

This iconic, unique store is situated in a main prominent position in the heart of Main Street, Mornington and its regarded as a destination store that attracts patronage from local, further afield and interstate shoppers. Created in 1998, the business has gone from strength to strength.

A great opportunity exists to lease this superbly located 1,700m2 of land with a 110m2 warehouse/barn. With a massive area to park all your vehicles & also the barn to store your equipment. Water & power usage costs to be negotiated depending on the business. Total land area 1,700m2, total floor space 110m2, secure high fence, large double gates & toilet. Your chance to improve your business and take it to the next level is just a phone call away.

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$POA + SAV Gary Ralph 0418 535 503 Carrum Downs 9783 0688 121 Hall Rd

Would you like to run your own business? Would you like to have a business that is flexible enough to run from home in & around the needs of your family? This multi award winning, online business has been operating for the past 6 years and has gone from strength to strength. Its core focus is a website selling event stationery, focusing on the wedding industry. The business would be sold with all required equipment to start straight away.

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The Specialist in Selling Cafes, Retsaurants & Pizza Shops

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For More INFORMATION on Any of the Businesses Please Complete The CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT which can be obtained By Following This LINK: http://www.cafebusinessbrokers.com.au/ca/

Grab a slice of Main Street Address: Price: Agency: Agent:

La Porchetta restaurant, MORNINGTON $950,000 + sav Kevin Wright Real Estate, 1/26 McLaren Place, Mornington, 5977 2255 Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

LA PORCHETTA is a-la-carte restaurant, first established in Carlton in 1985. Almost 30 years on, La Porchetta restaurants can be found throughout Australia and New Zealand serving a full menu of pizzas, pastas, main meals, salads and desserts. Situated at the beach end of Main Street, the popular Mornington restaurant is set in a lovely double storey building with seating for 270 inside and a further 32 outside. The business is indisputably an icon of the town and demonstrates huge takings with an excellent lease package on offer.

Almost New Cafe - Rye - $129,000 ( Ref B14136 ) Cafe / Bakery - Rye - $269,000 ( Ref B14073 ) Cafe / Bakery - Rosebud - $550,000 ( Ref B14011 ) Asian Takeaway - Rosebud - $79,000 ( Ref B14046 ) Deli For Sale - Rosebud - $179,000 ( Ref B14098 ) Charcoal Chicken - Dromana - $320,000 ( Ref B14012 ) Cafe - Tyabb - $79,000 ( Ref B14108 ) Restaurant - Frankston - $179,000 ( Ref B14139 ) Cafe - Bonbeach - $249,000 ( Ref B14021 ) Franchise Cafe - Narre Warren - $459,000 ( Ref B14138 ) Crepes Franchise - Keysborough - $220,000 ( Ref B14135 ) Degani Cafe - Melbourne CBD - $399,000 ( Ref B14133 ) Japanese Restaurant - Melbourne CBD - $79,000 ( Ref B14132 ) Thai Restaurant - Patterson Lakes - $249,000 ( Ref B14130 ) Cafe - Melbourne CBD - $249,000 ( Ref B14124 ) Fish & Chips - Beaumaris - $259,000 ( Ref B14121 ) Cafe - Armadale - $120,000 ( Ref B14118 ) Cafe - Richmond - $129,000 ( Ref B14116 ) Restaurant - Carrum Downs - $260,000 ( Ref B14114 ) Pizza Takeaway - Chelsea - $99,000 ( Ref B14110 ) More Cafes For SALE Available at www.cafebusinessbrokers.com.au

Harcourts Hastings 10/14 High Street 03 5970 7333 www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

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Crib Point 255 Stony Point Road Wonderwash Car, Boat & Dog Wash This exciting business offers a unique opportunity for the astute investor. The business can be operated remotely, or the new owner can become a part of a vibrant & growing community.

Ideally located on the Mornington Peninsula, only minutes from the Stony Point boat ramp, HMAS Cerberus, and servicing the townships of Crib Point, Balnarring & Somers.

The sale is inclusive of land, buildings, equipment & business giving the buyer complete control over the investment. Features of this wash include: Touch-free automatic wash, 3 extra high & wide manual wash bays with boat motor flush in all & a drive through site-ideal for larger boats & vehicles. There is an on-site bore with licence, and 125,000 lts of on-site water storage. Two vacuums with vending machines are located at the rear of the site.Included in the sale is a modern & reliable change machine & vending machine, and remote monitoring for security, equipment faults & usage. The building is a tilt slab construction, with steel doors & the site has been recently landscaped.

For Sale Price On Application View www.harcourts.com.au/VHS5886 Open

By Appointment Jason Dowler 0403 598 754

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100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...

Emu Plains race a smashing success Compiled by Melissa Walsh WE were pleased to see that Mr C. McKenzie’s Almond Bush was successful in winning the Novelty Pony Race at Emu Plains on Tuesday last in a field of eight starters. He started favorite and won a good race by a neck. *** MISS H. Ridley notifies that she will be in Somerville on Saturday, 6th February, and will be pleased to interview friends and intending pupils for instruction in singing and piano. *** IN a letter received this week from Mr. Jim Cuthbert we learn he is leaving England for the Front on 8th Dec with the Army Veterinary Corps. He also has three brothers and two sisters on active service. The two latter being nurses, one in Belgium and the other in London. *** MUSIC lovers have a treat in store in the “We Four” Concert on Monday, 1st February. This phenomenal blend of human voices will be remembered for their great concert in aid of the Fire Brigade last summer, and a crowded house should be the result of their efforts next week. Their selections will contain old and new numbers varying from ragtime to grand opera. The Quartet have just concluded their Melbourne season with the Yestelle Company. *** THE result of the Annual competitive examinations held in December for the “junior,” “teaching” and “junior technical” scholarships offered by the

Education Department has now been made available and we are pleased to see that Reginald A. Coxall, son of Mr Coxall, of Frankston, has been successful in gaining a “junior” scholarship under clause 1 of regulation 21 with 684 marks out of a possible 1000, being eleventh on the list on the Registered Primary Schools. *** THE following professionals from Melbourne are supporting “ We Four” in the programme of February 1st.

Miss Noel Geddes, who was such a success at last season’s Taits Auditorium concerts, Miss Daisy Gove who has just returned from England where she has been touring in vaudeville, and Syd. C. Stewart the well known comedian. *** THE funeral of Mr Jas Jesson of Frankston Road, took place on Tuesday, and was of a private nature, only relatives and a few friends attending.

The deceased was amongst the earliest pioneers of the district, born in Leicester England on March 20th, 1828, and was in his 87th year at the time of his death. He arrived in Melbourne in 1856, and started farming pursuits in this district in 1865, retiring some 20 years ago and lived at Frankston Road up to the time of his death. He leaves one son, Mr J.H. Jesson, well-known in Dandenong, now residing at Oakleigh, and a number of grandchildren to mourn their loss. Death took place on the 18th inst. Brother. R. Kelly, P.C.R. Court, Dandenong, A.O.F, read the Forrester’s service at deceased’s

late residence; he was a member of the above lodge for over half a century. *** A youth named Reginald Hutchinson, of 22 Isabella Street, Malvern, was drowned in the sea at Chelsea on Wednesday last. Deceased could not swim. At about 1pm, he and a companion, who also was unable to swim, went bathing in the open sea. Hutchinson ventured into deeper water than his companion, and presently he was swept out of sight by a large wave.

When he appeared on the surface again he shouted for assistance, and the call was taken up by his companion, who soon attracted the attention of other bathers. The searchers after a short search recovered the body of the youth. It was then apparently lifeless, but prompt and energetic efforts were made to restore animation. The operations were perseveringly sustained as long as there remained the smallest hope of success, but all these endeavours proved futile. Eventually the body was removed to the morgue by Constable McDonald. Deceased was 18 years of age. *** MESSRS Brody and Mason held their second by-weekly produce sale at Frankston on Wednesday last, when the market was well supplied with vegetables. Potatoes brought a good price. A very fine sample of tomatoes, locally grown, was quickly snapped up at a good price. A number of cases of apples were disposed of at market rates. A few crates of poultry also changed hands.

*** EMU Plains And Bittern Races: A very successful meeting, in adverse circumstances, was held at Bittern on Tuesday. In the fore-part of the afternoon it blew clouds of dust, and from 3 o’clock the racing was continued throughout a steady downpour of rain.

The entries (104) proved a record, and the takings at the gates amounted to £65. The club expects to net a profit of about £30. When the horses in the Open Handicap Hack Race were making their preliminary gallops in the straight, Merry Foe, ridden by young Crook, reared and fell back on his rider, who was apparently seriously hurt.

The lad however, recovered sufficiently to be able to walk about before the meeting closed. An inquiry was held into the riding of Julia B in this race, the president giving his verdict that there were ‘two rotten’ circumstances in the race, and he gave the benefit of the doubt to the rider as to which was the worse. *** THE cricket match between Somerville and Naval Base resulted in another win for Somerville. Naval Base batted at first and thanks to some vigorous hitting by Dorey, who made 47, the total of 79 was reached. Chas Thornell was in great fettle, obtaining 1 wicket for 25 runs, while he also caught the tenth man off Percy Thornell’s bowling. Fred Murrey had a day off with the ball, but made up for it with a well made 52 before he retired. S S Gault kept up his form with 70 retired. W. Hutchison made

more prone to anger on the presupposition that wealthier people tend to have more expectations. Rich people tend to believe that their money will insulate them from disappointments which is simply untrue. Poorer people have a certain advantage in avoiding anger due to a tendency to expect less out of the world. A practical approach that Seneca gave to avoiding anger was to prepare yourself mentally for disappointment. He believed advice like, “don’t worry, it will be fine,” was cruel because it leaves people unprepared if things turn out not to be okay. He recommended a daily meditation on all of the things that might go wrong. It might seem like preposterous advice, but imagine how much more enjoyable life might be for all of us if we left our house in the morning not really expecting too much. It leaves us in a position to be pleasantly surprised and grateful when things do go smoothly. Seneca is not saying to never expect things to go well, but rather just to be psychologically prepared for a day when they don’t. *** No surprises with Treasurer Joe Hockey’s backdown on “getting tough” on multinational companies who shift profits to international subsidiaries to avoid tax. The surprise was when he promised to take action

in the first place. To be compared with Matthew Guy’s sprout about Lindsay Fox”s 45 metres at Point King Beach, Portsea. We have sympathy for Joe. A lot of this budget deficit is due to circumstances beyond his control and the sad man can’t even blame Labor.

Then one remembers how ruthless he was in his attack mode. Hey Joe-an increase in the GST and a tax on compulory superannuation contributions would give you another 30 billion a year? *** A number of older people have a strong sense of regret about their lives coupled with a singular respect for their actions. Many join the chase (respect) and become hypocrites.

They want other people to conduct themselves in a certain way (actions & thinking) yet do not conduct themselves any differently. Can we behave the way we expect others to behave?

No-it’s all wankerville. The better class of ratbags are clearly in evidence at football matches, phone boxes, new bus stops and the Mornington Peninsula after 11pm. That’s why I watch football on television. I’m the only ratbag in the room. I have enemy mongrels in every football team except those boys in the black and white stripes. Wankers abound in all walks of life. Try an opening of an art gallery. Try my front door.

*** Summertime, and the livin’ is easy; Ella Fitzgerald. With politics in general as it sits now let us hope Anne Murray’s Danny’s Song, particularly the lines “Even though we ain’t got money, I’m so in love with you honey” remains in the forefront; for married couples anyway. God help the singles living alone paying rent; worse if they like a cigarette. Whatever, you can rest assured the “I’m allright Jack” crowd will sail into the Sydney Harbour sunset, avoiding Martin Place, oblivious. *** Full marks to the Gaming Industry re “Childcare Available” idea. Always thinking of the hearts and minds of our young kiddies. Then we have United Energy, the gaffer tape specialists “Shape our energy fuel together, visit our website and have your say”, IF you have power. As for the 13000 community police keeping me safe, unobtrusively, I’ve been doing the long walks to and from the RSL for years, and yet to spot a policeperson? *** Disgusting but unsurprising. Commissioner Dryson Heyden heading the Royal Kangaroo Commission into unions. Nasty cracks at Julia Gillard’s evidence despite any evidence against her and not a murmur on Lib-

53 retired, G. Grant 20, and C. Thornell 52 retired, also batted very well.

The Somerville total was 232, five of the wickets having fallen. Allen was the most dangerous bowler. The Base were at a disadvantage, owing to several of their men having gone to town. *** A MOST successful concert was held on Saturday evening, January 16th, at the Mechanics’ Hall, Somerville, by Concert band. Every item given was encored by a crowded audience, the concert being under the auspices of the Somerville Social Club. Miss Mabel Doron, the brilliant composer and pianist, acted as accompanist and proved an acquisition in her work. With Miss Kelly she opened the concert with a piano duet, after which Miss Mary Kelly sang ‘My Hero,’ which suited her dramatic soprano voice and was enthusiastically encored. Messrs Geo Coirley and Arthur Shaw gave a duet, ‘Belle Eve.’ This stirring duet was well sung and met with a hearty reception and encore. *** THE breaking of the drought, and the consequent improvement of pastures in districts where formerly no feed was obtainable, has already had a noticeable effect upon railway business, particularly in the department concerned with the transport of live stock which is now being returned to the district.

From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 23 January, 1915.

A Grain of Salt Its that time of the year where we have these holiday makers, zombies on the beach, each swim exiting another pee into Port Phillip Bay, in desperation for something to do other than coffee, ice creams, pizzas. Pick up a copy of the Mornington News Group newspaper to check out the real estate. This is the issue where the local newspapers have all gone after two days. Some may be so desperate they get to the back of this newspaper to read this column. For this writer I can simply ramble on, moreso than usual. Throw in a couple of quick comments, more or less take a fortnight off. Welcome. Hope the weather is good for you. Take your rubbish with you. *** From Seneca, Roman philosopher: We are like dogs leashed to the back of a moving chariot. Our leashes are long enough to give us some freedom and maneuverability, but not long enough to allow us to move wherever we want. We are still on a leash and anchored to the chariot of life. Far better to follow along in a direction that you don’t want to go rather than to kick against something that you cannot change. Being able to identify what we can and cannot change is a really important ability that can be a key to our freedom and happiness. Beware, prosperous people are

By Cliff Ellen eral hero Cathy Jackson’s evidence despite mounting evidence to the contrary. Right wing puppets? *** Big Brother Scott Morrisson, the sensitive Christian who not only convinced the majority of Australians the boat people escaping persecution, homelessness and hunger were illegal, allowing the horror of Manus Island and Nauru, but in fact checkmating the gutless Labor opposition, as the new Minister for Social Services. Centrelink to be renamed Gestapo Headquarters? *** The National Geographic has named The Mornington Peninsula as one of the top places to see in 2015. Please, I beg you, take no notice....We end the year as always, with comedy.

From our Prime Minister “2014 has been a year of delivery and achievement”. Did you know Senator the Hon George Brandis QC is Minister for the Arts?...If Santa Claus was a female I’d be first inline to sit on her knees..happy new year...hooroo... cliffie9@bigpond.com

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INTERVIEW The Getaway Plan fans rejoice; the boys will be playing at the Pelly Bar on January 24 and will also be releasing their new crowdfunded album Dark Horses sometime in the next few months.

PEARL’s Jessica Mills spoke to lead singer Matthew Wright about what the band behind hits such as Where the city meets the sea and The Reckoning, has planned for 2015 and how the band has changed since reforming after a short hiatus in 2010.

PEARL: Tell me about your new album Dark Horses which you are currently recording in Brunswick…

WRIGHT: We started out with about 35 songs and we’ve now narrowed it down to 12 for the record. There’s a not heap that I want to give away about the music just yet. But all we can say is that we’re really, really excited and without sounding too cliché we think it’s some of the best work that we’ve ever done.

PEARL: What made you decide to crowdfund it?

WRIGHT: We have had some difficult experiences with record companies in the past. Generally when you’re a musician

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working with a label and they are investing a lot of money into you, there always comes a point where they have some creative control over what you’re doing, and we are very about being in complete control of our music. Doing it independently means that we get to make the record exactly the way that we want to, we get to put the exact songs that we want to on there, everything from the ground up is as pure as it can be.

PEARL: Five per cent of money raised post pledge goal, which you have now reached, is donated to Beyond Blue. Why did you choose that charity?

WRIGHT: We just thought that it was a good cause. We are all very passionate about supporting mental health issues, a few of us have been affected by it before, and it’s just an important cause for us.

PEARL: Where did inspiration for this album come from?

WRIGHT: The biggest inspiration is just everything that we have been through as a band over the past five years. There’s been a lot of shit going on in the camp, some personal stuff, we’ve gone through a few

members, we kind of got pretty close at one point to calling it again. This record is our triumph over that, we certainly are not throwing in the towel and we are stoked to be where we are.

PEARL: You’ve recently celebrated your 10 year anniversary as a band. What’s been your biggest highlight over those years?

WRIGHT: One of the biggest highlights was when we reformed. After all the negativity that was surrounding it all when we broke up, a few of us weren’t speaking to each other during that time, to be able to come back and be friends again was massive for us.

PEARL: What was it like recording together again after having a break for one year?

WRIGHT: We kind of just fell back into place.

There wasn’t really any awkwardness. Clint and myself ran into each one night when we were out at a club, we had a conversation and decided we weren’t quite done with what we had intended to do with this band and things just fell back into place quite smoothly.

PEARL: What have you got planned for your show in Frankston later this month?

Will you be playing any new stuff?

WRIGHT: Yeah we will be testing out some new material for sure. We don’t want to over do it because we hate it when we go and see bands that we like and they just play a set of all new songs, we do want to make sure it is well balanced.

PEARL: What’s on the agenda for 2015?

WRIGHT: We plan to release the record as soon as possible, whether that be in the first quarter or first half of the year. There’s still a lot of logistics to work out when you’re releasing a record independently. We also want to continue to tour as much as we canwe’ve got some pretty extensive tour plans up our sleeves for this year. We want to keep the ball rolling this year, we don’t want to wait another three or four years between records.

For tickets to see The Getaway Plan at The Pelly Bar (Pier Live) Davey St, Frankston on January 24 head to http://www.moshtix. com.au and like the boys on Facebook to stay up to date on album release date details https://www.facebook.com/ thegetawayplan JESSICA MILLS

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Australia Day Eve Sunday 25th January the Hallam Hotel explodes with an Oz Rock Trifecta bringing together the music of three of Australian Rock music’s biggest bands, Cold Chisel, INXS and the mighty Midnight Oil. Australia’s most renown tribute shows INXSive, Gold Chisel and The Midnight Oils Show come together in one super show at one of Melbourne’s most iconic live music venues, The Hallam Hotel.

Cold Chisel were unquestionably one of the finest and most respected rock groups in Australian history. The songs of Cold Chisel helped to form part of what we like to call “The Great Australian Soundtrack”, with many of them being best described as Australian Rock Anthems. It is with great pride that as Australian musicians GOLD CHISEL can take these songs across Australia and help many Aussies relive the memories and at the same time introduce these timeless classics to a whole new generation.

It’s a night of non-stop Aussie classics with three big bands at one of Australia’s greatest live music venues. Join INXSive, Gold Chisel and The Oils for the Australian Made Tribute Supershow on Sunday 25th January from 8pm at the Hallam Hotel, Princes Hwy Hallam. Tickets available at hallamhotel.com.au SIMON MILLS

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and proudly Australian, music that INXS created. A must see for all INXS fans!

Midnight Oil were more than just a rock & roll band. From the northern beaches of Sydney to the streets of Manhattan, they stopped traffic, inflamed passions, inspired fans, challenged the concepts of “business as usual” and broke new ground. To see Midnight Oil in full flight was to experience the full visceral, transcendent, kinetic power of live rock & roll. To experience Midnight Oil was to be inspired by ideas, to be encouraged to live life more passionately, to get involved in the world around you. Bringing Back The Oils - The Midnight Oil Show celebrate the music, the influences, and the artistry of Midnight Oil, as we share it with a new generation.

They’re bringing back THE OILS…with or without them!

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MORNINGTON NEWS

scoreboard Doggies hold upper hand over Old Boys PROVINCIAL

By IT Gully MORNINGTON is a strong position heading into day two of its clash against top of the ladder Peninsula Old Boys in MPCA Provincial cricket.

Going into the game, Mornington sat in fifth position, equal on points with fifth placed Long Island and sixth-placed Langwarrin. They were an outright win (18 points) behind the Old Boys.

However, the reigning premier looks set to bridge the gap with the Old Boys after sending them packing for just 105 on Saturday at Alexandra Park.

The Old Boys have been in red hot form with the bat this season, scoring more than 100 runs more than its nearest rival Sorrento. They had scored 300 more than the Dogs heading into the clash.

It mattered little however as Mornington’s front-line bowling attack tore through the Old Boys’ batting line-up.

Not only did the Doggies take

wickets, they bowled tightly, restricting the Old Boys to a little under two runs an over. The Old Boys lasted 58 overs.

Mornington needed to face the last 22 overs of the day and managed to get through relatively unscathed. At stumps the home team was 1/40.

There’s no rush for the Dogs in this one. Simply use as many of their 80 overs as possible to get another 66 runs.

Crib Point is in danger of losing contact with the top four after succumbing to the power of Sorrento on Saturday.

It was brothers Andrew and Chris King who again tormented the opposition batsmen, picking up seven wickets between them.

CJ bowled 17 overs and finished with 4/38 while AJ bowled 16 overs and snared 3/24.

All other bowlers including Nick Davern, Mick Dunball and Liam O’Connor were rewarded for their efforts with a wicket each.

Magpies’ skipper Robbie Hearn top scored for his side with 29, while Jack Johnson made a timely 26 batting at

nine. In reply, Sorrento is 2/39 after batting the final 23 overs of the day.

Corey Harris (15) and Nick Jewell (0) are the not out batsmen, while Jack Falck (4) and Liam O’Connor (14) are back in the sheds.

Luke Herrington (1/9 off six) and Brad Davidson (1/7 from seven) are the Magpies’ wicket takers.

Moorooduc created even more pain for the struggling Mt Eliza on Saturday at Emil Madsden Reserve, giving the home side 252 to chase down for victory.

Whilst there wasn’t a Duc that went on to make a big score, the large majority of batsmen made a solid contribution to the total of 6/251.

Jack Kennedy again proved to be a wonderful pick-up for the Ducs, top scoring with 46, while Bobby Wilson helped himself to 42. John Collison also made it 239 runs for the season with 41 at the top of the innings.

Lyle House was the best of the Mt Eliza bowlers, picking up 2/80 from 22 overs.

Pines looks likely to escape the battle to avoid relegation, despite being bowled out for 107 on Saturday

against Rye. The Piners batted first at RJ Rowley Reserve and other than Jake Prosser with 41, only three other batsmen made it into double figures.

Rye skipper Tom Baron led from the front for the Demons with 5/44 from 20 overs while Leigh Lambert was just as impressive with 4/32 from 17 overs.

However, yet again, Rye’s batsmen were not able to hold off the opposition’s bowlers.

It was former Langwarrin leftarm opening quick Alex Coad who did the damage for the Piners with a devastating six over spell that landed 3/8.

At stumps, Rye was is all sorts of trouble at 4/36.

Bottom of the table Heatherhill will be looking to avoid an outright defeat at the hands of Baxter when the sides head into day two this Saturday.

The Hills batted first on Saturday and made just 94 in 36.2 overs. Jake Foster top scored with 24 in his second game of the season.

Chamika Sattambi was the pick of the Baxter bowlers with four wickets,

while Brad Holton in his first senior appearance picked up three wickets to go with the 19 he has claimed in the Second XI this season.

Baxter made a quick fire 8/161 in 35 overs before having the last eight overs of the day at the Hills.

The home side will resume on 0/19.

Langwarrin will need to be at its best with the bat if it is to get the required runs against Long Island to win the match.

The Islanders are without question in the box seat after making 9/196.

The Kangas have a history of buckling under the pressure in run chases, regardless of the total. They also have a fear of Islanders’ star Scott Phillips, who takes them to the cleaners every time they play against him.

Dwayne Doig picked-up 3/57 from 29 overs for the Kangas, while Adrian Mack snared 2/49 from 28 overs.

Matt Prosser, in a rare occurrence, was thrown the ball and picked-up 2/35.

Eagles to land final blow DISTRICT

By IT Gully SOMERVILLE has the opportunity to finish Delacombe Park off for the season in MPCA District cricket.

Whilst the Eagles are sitting pretty in second place on the ladder and are looking to consolidate their place in the top bracket, Delacombe is hanging on for dear life and simply must win the match if it is to play finals this season.

It would be a massive failure if the Parkers were unable to back-up a grand final in 2013/14 with at last a place in the finals the following season.

They appear to be up against thought heading into day two of their match with the Eagles. Somerville batted first on Saturday on their home deck and made 209 from 73 overs. Leigh Lowry was superb for the Eagles with 61 after his side slumped to 4/35.

With the Eagles reeling at 6/73, Matty Roach strode to the crease and saved the day with an unbeaten 65. Without Aaron Kaddatz in the team, Roach was the last of the recognised batsmen.

Shane Deal was the pick of the Parkers’ bowlers with 3/36 from 21 overs. In reply, the Parkers are 1/8 after facing the final seven overs of the day.

Without skipper Chris Brittain, it would be a mighty effort for the Parkers to win.

Main Ridge has some work to do against Hastings but is still favourite to win the game.

The Ridge are hanging on to fifth place on the ladder currently, just half a game outside of third place and 12 points out of second. Although they are favorites to beat Hastings, they have plenty of work ahead of them to get the desired result.

Hastings won the toss and batted first on Saturday but was bowled out for 113.

Scott Millar was superb with the ball for the Ridge taking 5/37. However, in reply, the home side is reeling at 3/43 with the dangerous Michael Holmes and Brad Rossborough back in the sheds.

Shaun Foster has single handedly given Carrum the upper hand in its match against Baden Powell.

Foster made 114 and Daniel Polson chimed-in with 53 to help the Lions to

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216 against the Braves. Josh Dent with 12 runs was the only other batsmen to make double figures.

Sean Wilson was the best of the Braves’ bowlers with 3/35 from 16.5 overs.

Baden Powell simply must win this game if it is any chance of playing finals this season. The Lions are looking to tighten their grip inside the top four.

Mt Martha’s bowlers will need to produce something very special if they are going to defend the 167 they set Red Hill to win the match. The Hillmen were superb with the ball on Saturday at Ferraro Reserve, restricting the home side to less than 200.

Simon Dart again led the way for his side with 3/35 from 22 overs, while Brent Martin and Jamie McCall collected two wickets each. The Hillmen faced the last over of the day and remained unscathed.

They will resume at 0/7 after five wides were bowled in the opening over.

Seaford Tigers look to have the upper hand in their clash with bitter rival and the highly fancied Seaford at Seaford Reserve. Seaford won the toss on Saturday and sent the Tigers into bat.

It looked like a good move when they had the opposition 4/30 and 5/59, however, the Tigers scrambled to 9/236, thanks largely to 77 from skipper David James and more than 100 runs from the tail.

Andy McMannis was the best of the Seaford bowlers with 3/26 from 13 overs, while Aaron Peebles and Faisal Payenda each claimed two wickets.

Flinders has placed itself in a wonderful position to remove itself from relegation calculations against Boneo.

Flinders went into the match second bottom of the ladder on 12 points while Boneo is only one place higher on 24 points.

On Saturday at BA Cairns Reserve, Flinders all but avoided relegation after scoring 7/259 in their 80 overs.

Andrew Power top scored with 61, Tommy Clements hit 58 and Blake Hogan-Keogh hit 48 to be the keys to the big total.

Alex Petrovic took three wickets for the Pandas.

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Face off: Carrum has the upper hand in its District match against Baden Powell. Picture: Andrew Hurst

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Still hope for Saints SUB-DISTRICT

By IT Gully BALNARRING will be throwing every at the opportunity to claim an outright victory against Skye in MPCA Sub-District cricket.

An outright win would see Balnarring back in the finals race after a very disappointing season to date.

Going into Round 8, the Saints were in sixth position, 20 points away from fifth placed Frankston YCW and fourth placed Carrum Downs.

An outright win would give the Saints 20 points and have them knocking on the door.

The Cougars and YCW are locked in their own battle. The best result for the Saints would be a draw but it’s unlikely, meaning they would be a game outside of the four should they get an outright.

On Saturday, they bowled Skye out for 88, James Wisken claiming 3/12

and Peter Mereszko 3/24.

The Saints then hit a quick fire 7/168 with Brad Watson scoring 56 and Tom Hilet 48.

On Saturday Skye will begin their second innings, still 80 runs behind.

Carrum Downs made 187 against the Stonecats, which means the game is pretty even at this stage.

Luke Hutchison was superb with the ball for the Stonecats with 4/30 from eight overs, while Andrew Kitson also chimed-in with 4/49 from 25 overs.

Ryan Lynch top scored for the Cougars with 47 while Mark Snelling hit 38.

Dromana has given itself every opportunity of celebrating a rare victory after scoring 194 on Saturday against Ballam Park.

Skipper Greg McCann top scored with 86 while Craig Dunlop (34) and Trevor Rendall (25) added some much needed runs in the middle order.

Ryan O’Connor did all that he

Catch of the day: Baden Powell must defeat Carrum to keep its District top 4 ladder hopes alive. Pictures: Andrew Hurst

could for his side with 5/56 from 20 overs while Nick Papachristofilou chimed-in with 3/47.

Tootgarook has set Rosebud 227 for victory after scoring 9/226 in their clash at Truemans Road Reserve.

The Buds will go two games clear

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Pearcedale will be looking to extend its lead at the top of the Sub District table on day two of their

match against Tyabb.

The Yabbies made 9/152 in 80 overs against the Panthers on Saturday at Tyabb Reserve.

Chris Dew was the best of the visitors’ bowlers with 4/32 from 25 overs.

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“We now have more than 150 volunteers working on the day, comprised of community groups in conjunction with the shire,” says Esther. “Our committee is made up of 12 people and they all represent various community groups. We are all equal in the process though. I simply oversee and co-ordinate.”

Esther says that planning for Australia Day activities starts around July with the first Rosebud Australia Day committee meeting.

“We have volunteers from community groups and a few like me who are individual volunteers. I became involved through Counsellor David Gibb who introduced the fun run 14 years ago, and it has been very successful,” says Esther, who has been the event co-ordinator for seven years. “Volunteer work is wonderful, doing things for others, and I particularly love Australia day. I am very proud to be Australian and so celebrate it.”

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AUSTRALIA DAY 2015 Australia Day parade a labour of love CINDY Last is retired, or so she says. The former professional conference co-ordinator has spent the last decade organising the Mornington Australia Day parade and has no plans for another retirement.

A sea change with her husband in 2000 signified a change from the corporate life for Cindy who soon found ways to put her skills into action in her new hometown.

“This will be my 12th Australia Day Parade I have coordinated with the help of many volunteers and the support of my family,” says the great grandmother. “I’m one of the lucky people who have lots of energy and I love doing this.”

This year the Mornington Australia Day Parade will involve 43 different community groups, and Cindy is proud to be able to showcase the peninsula community.

“We have the girl guides, the air force, cadets, stilt walkers, theatre groups and the CFA to name a few. The Fifth Sixth Royal Victoria Regiment Pipes and Drums Band will lead the parade, which starts in Hampden Street and culminates at Mornington Park,” says Cindy. “The parade will be led by Australia Day Ambassador, Professor Norman Eizenberg. And the disabled surfers will be in the parade for the second year.”

Visitors will be in for a treat with the Eagles Formation Team of the Royal Victorian Aero Club flying over Main Street. The Australia Day Parade begins in Mornington at 5pm.

“With the help of my husband and volunteers, we marshal all the groups together beside Alexandra Park, co-ordinating them with their set numbers of order of marching. We get a lot of help from the Lions Club of Mt Eliza and volunteers from the shire.”

While Cindy says Australia Day is a huge day in itself, planning starts six months before with emails to all the groups that have been involved in previous years, and meetings with the shire.

“There is a tremendous amount of satisfaction when I stand in Hampden Street and see all the groups go by. I breathe of relief and enjoy how everything has come together, and start thinking about the next one.”

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AUSTRALIA DAY 2015

Emu Plains Races an Oz Day tradition THE history of racing at the Emu Plains Racecourse goes back over 150 years. Early in the 1860’s one of the pioneers of the Westernport district Mr John Buckley who owned a very speedy mare. She was noted for her speed and challenges were frequently issued by other landholders of the district. It was decided to find a suitable reserve where a racecourse could be laid out. A tract of land in Coolart Rd called “The Emu Plain “ was selected and the first race meeting took place

there in January 1863 under the control of the Hastings & Balnarring Racing Club. Only one race meeting was held each year on New Year’s Day. Racing continued on the reserve until in 1928 the club became affiliated with the Victorian Racing Club and changed its name to the Bittern & Emu Plains Racing Club. Meetings were then held under VRC rules with VRC Stipendiary Stewards in charge.

Another change was made to the name of the club when on ANA Day [now

the railway station to the course was insufficient and many were left with a long walk to the course before their enjoyment began.

The racing club has gone from strength to strength over the past 20 years with crowd numbers on the increase and upgraded facilities at the racecourse. New toilet blocks have been installed along with a playground for the children and improved facilities for members.

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Australia Day] the old club of many titles was reborn as the Balnarring Picnic Racing Club with Mr Dick Audley as the first President.

During the two world wars the armed forces took over the reserve for camps and exercises.

The Balnarring races have always been a popular event for locals and visitors alike. In the early days the Victorian railways ran special trains to Bittern to cater for the visitors and horses. On some days transport from

Picnic Racing Club of the year for the past three seasons.

The Balnarring Cup has always been run on Australia Day since 1948 and over the years many horses that have won the Cup have gone on to win races on the city and provincial tracks.

This year will be no exception with many well performed horses nominating for the race which will be run over 2000 metres.

Gates open at 9.30 am with the first of six races at 1.00 pm.

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AUSTRALIA DAY 2015 Fireworks and pets

Australia Day road closures

FIREWORKS can be a great way to mark a celebration, but may seem scary to some of our furry friends.

Legal and publicised events with fireworks allow us time to prepare with our pets, but illegal and unsuspected discharges can terrify animals and their natural instinct to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;take flightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; becomes overwhelming.

Some very valuable advice is provided by RSPCA Victoria: ď Ž Prepare early. ď Ž Talk to your vet about the treatment options available for managing noise phobias â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ask them about any new treatment options. ď Ž Take your dog out for exercise before the fireworks start e.g. reasonably long walk, then after a couple of hours you can feed a meal. A tired and well-fed dog will be less anxious during the night. If you can, stay home to be with your pet. ď Ž Let your dog be with you and try to be calm and normal. Avoid fussing over your pet excessively but try to engage them in normal activities such as playing. Reward your dog for their calm behaviour; rewards include giving them treats and giving them their favourite dog toy. ď Ž Close the blinds/curtains, create a comfortable hiding place and allow your dog to go to there to feel safe, put on some music or the TV to help mask the noise outside, and distract your dog with games and food. ď Ž Dogs who panic can choke themselves on a collar or lead, so never tether your dog during these times and never use a choke chain to restrain your dog.

In order to safely deliver the peninsulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Australia Day program of events, the Shireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s operational plan involves closing roads.

Road closures are in place to accommodate for: Mornington Street Parade, Event precinct at Mornington Park, Fireworks displays in Mornington & Rye and the Rosebud Fun Run. MORNINGTON Main St, Mornington Rolling road closure, 4.45pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6.30pm Hampden St, Mornington Road closed, 3pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5.15pm Esplanade, Mornington Closed from Vancouver St to Main St, 4.45pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6.30pm (parade) Esplanade, Mornington Closed from Vancouver St to Main St, 8.30pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10.00pm (fireworks) Flinders Dr, Mornington Closed, 6am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5.30pm RYE Point Nepean Rd, Rye Closed from Lyons St to Dundas St, 8.30pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10pm SAFETY BEACH Marine Dr, Safety Beach Closed from Victoria St to Point Nepean Rd, 6.30am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9.30am DROMANA Permien St, Dromana Closed, 6.30am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10am

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ď Ž Make sure your dog is microchipped and that your contact details are up to date on the microchip register.

Also ensure they are wearing an ID tag so they can be easily returned if they accidentally escape. ď Ž Direct supervision is important to help prevent injury or escape. If you cannot supervise your dog on the night consider making alternative arrangements so your dog will be supervised by a responsible person directly or consider boarding your dog so they will be safe.

What about cats, horses, rabbits and other pets?

Cats should be kept indoors during fireworks displays. Most cats will find somewhere safe to hide and will usually venture out when the noise stops. Make sure you cat is microchipped and your details are up to date on the microchip register in case they wander and become lost. Rabbits and other small animals like guinea pigs should be safely housed during the fireworks display.

Horses are particularly vulnerable to bolting when exposed to fireworks. If possible they should be securely stabled, or removed to a different location away from the fireworks display, and the risk of physical harm minimised.

Remove any sharp objects that might injure a panicking animal, cover stable windows to hide the sight of the fireworks and dim the noise, and make sure you supply plenty of food and water.

For more information see the RSPCA website at: http://kb.rspca.org.au/ How-should-I-care-for-my-pets-duringfireworks-displays_82.html

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Full catering facilities including rides & activities for the children.

Gates open 9.30am Balnarring Racecourse, Emu Plains Reserve, Coolart Rd, Balnarring The Flemington of the Picnics

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Gates will open at 9.30 am, Admission $15.00 per person, children under 18 free, pensioner concessions apply. Gates open at 9.30 am.

For further details contact the club secretary Mr Neil Heathcote on 59863755 or visit www.balnarringraces.com

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