SEAS whipped by wild winds once again made Mornington pier a focus of attention on Saturday (17 June).
While phones and cameras were used to record the ever-changing event from the safety of Schnapper Point, others decided to take a closer, wet look.
Each time the spray from the crashing waves subsided, onlookers were also astounded to see anglers still trying their luck from the pier’s frequently doused boards.
Mornington community support centre is hoping its winter appeal will raise $50,000 by the end of June to help deal with the crisis.
GROWING numbers of “middle class” Mornington Peninsula families are lining up for food support and help paying bills.
Support services across the peninsula say a perfect storm of high rents, rising interest rates and burgeoning household bills is forcing a new wave of individuals and families to seek help.
CEO Ben Smith said there was unprecedented demand for support services, with all agencies and services reporting being stretched to the limit.
“We are experiencing at least 20 per cent more demand than last year, more need for material assistance and more need for food, which is often the
last thing people spend money on,” he said.
“This isn’t just happening to homeless people or struggling pensioners, it’s happening across the board and to people who have never before had to ask for help.”
Smith said as well as families needing support, services were seeing more elderly people aged 80 and over.
“Our recent community lunch had around 100 people coming for a meal
– many of them who had never asked for anything before,” he said.
“There were people lined up an hour before we opened, they didn’t want to miss out.”
Western Port, Frankston and Rosebud community support centres were experiencing similar levels of demand, he said.
Foodbank, Australia’s largest food charity, is reporting an increase of around 27 per cent in the amount of
food distributed across the state.
The charity, which provides food and groceries to 2950 frontline charities, is hoping to get approval for a pop-up food relief outlet at the site of Dromana Drive-in.
Drive-in owner Paul Whitaker said Foodbank was keen to get the service happening due to the demand for food relief on the peninsula but had to get permission from VicRoads.
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MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire’s safer speeds project has won the Rural and Remote Programs Award and Founder’s Award in this year’s Australian Road Safety Awards.
The trial was launched in December 2019 in an effort to reduce road trauma and saw the speed limit on 33 shire-managed, high risk sealed rural roads reduced to 80kph.
The peninsula has a history of high rates of road trauma and experienced the equal highest number of road deaths of Victoria’s 79 municipalities in the lead up to the trial.
The trial has now ended and after being evaluated by the state trans-
port department was shown to have a high level of community support and reduced road trauma and average vehicle speeds.
In November 2022, the council resolved to ask the department to make the 80kph speed limits permanent on all of the 33 roads.
The Australian Road Safety Awards are made by the Australian Road Safety Foundation to establish new standards of excellence in the road safety field and act as a catalyst to increase road safety activities.
Theare credited with raising awareness about road safety and promoting strategies that will help address road
safety issues across all sectors.
The mayor Cr Steve Holland said road safety was an issue of critical importance to the peninsula.
“Our safer speeds trial has been a highly effective project in reducing road trauma on the peninsula,” he said. "The awards are deserved recognition for our dedicated officers who worked over several years to implement the trial, and for our community who supported the initiative.
"Visitors to the peninsula and local residents who travel on the wider Australian road network regularly endorse the shire’s road maintenance safety efforts.”
MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire Council has been unable to turn around results from a satisfaction survey last year that saw it rated at an “all time low”.
The same survey taken one year later on behalf of the Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions has registered an overall performance score of 50, three less than in the 2022 Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey.
The latest survey said “perceptions” of the shire’s overall performance had declined in the past two years, “reversing the stabilisation … experienced from 2014 to 2021” (“Shire hits ‘all time’ low in satisfaction” The News 5/10/22).
It said perceptions of some service areas “are trending downwards and at the lowest levels recorded”.
While municipalities across the state had also seen declines in satisfaction, the shire’s overall performance was “significantly lower” than average.
“Perceptions of council’s overall performance declined significantly this year among women (index score of 50, down six index points) – but not significantly so among any other cohort evaluated,” the survey reported.
“Geographically, overall performance is rated highest among residents of the Briars ward (index score of 53) and low-
est among residents of Nepean, Red Hill and Watson wards (48).”
Although not mentioned in the summing up of results, the shire’s downward trajectory has occurred since the October 2020 elections which saw the election of eight new councillors.
Only three long serving councillors remained in the 11-member council, and one of those resigned within six months.
Two other councillors have since resigned, one after being elected as a state MP and the other for “personal reasons”
(“Third councillor resigns from shire”
The News 21/122/22).
All three mayors since the November 2020 election have been from Briars ward.
The latest survey shows 25 per cent of residents rate the value for money they receive from the shire in infrastructure and services provided to their community as “very good” or “good”, but 31 per cent regard value for money as “very poor” or “poor”.
The mayor Cr Steve Holland last week told The News that “recent benchmarking” showed the shire “remains one of the most efficient councils in Victoria compared to similar councils”.
“The shire continues to deliver a balanced budget every year, has low debt and has the eighth lowest rates out of 79 councils in Victoria,” he said.
“It is disappointing that the perception survey results do not reflect the Morning-
STATE Planning Minister Sonya Kilkenny has been asked to approve controversial planning guidelines for central Frankston.
ton Peninsula’s national reputation as a popular destination with a high performing, multi-award winning local council.
Just this week in Canberra the shire won a national road safety award.”
Holland said the shire received less money from the federal government than other municipalities.
“We have a passionate, dedicated councillor group and approximately 70 per cent of the shire’s employees live on the Mornington Peninsula. They are all working tirelessly to deliver for our local community and, as always, we are committed to continuous improvement.”
Holland did not answer the question: What do you think council can or should do to improve the shire's public standing?
Cr Susan Bissinger said she was hoping the survey would lead to “an honest appraisal” of the shire’s poor performance.
“The only way I can see this council improving the results of the survey is to honestly evaluate where we are going wrong, find out exactly what the community wants and try and align more to the community we serve - same as last year,” she said.
“I would love to see the people of the peninsula asked to speak up with how they feel, what is important to them and how they think improvements can be made so that there is a clear, unmistakable directive from them.
“Perhaps even a survey.”
Building height limits outlined in the Frankston Metropolitan Activity Centre structure plan reach up to 54 metres, or about 16 storeys.
However, opponents fear the structure plan adopted last week will allow Frankston Council to exceed the “preferred building height” limits.
The council received 22 submissions from the public on the structure plan, with just one supporting the original draft document without changes. Most of the 14 opposing submissions focused on the proposed building heights in the precinct from Kananook Creek to the Nepean Highway between Beach Street and Plowman Place. Council decided against reducing the proposed height limits in that precinct but raised height restrictions in others.
The report on the FMAC structure plan presented to Frankston councillors acknowledged that the proposed height limits were “controversial” and “a significant departure from the built form that currently exists.” It stated that the proposed height limits in the creek precinct were developed “in accordance” with state government guidelines.
Cr Sue Baker said she opposed the final revision of the structure plan because of the proposed height limits in the creek precinct.
Cr Steven Hughes said “if you want to foster links between the city and the bay you don’t build what could be known as a wall between the city and the bay.”
The mayor Cr Nathan Conroy said the structure plan would “guide the revitalisation of the Frankston city centre over the next 20 years”. Also included in the structure plan were extended outdoor dining spaces along Nepean Highway, a look-out at Olivers Hill and an upgrade to Kananook Creek Boulevard.
The future of proposed high-rise developments along the Nepean Highway in Frankston could depend on the Victorian Civil Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) which next month is expected to rule on a 16-storey building proposed for 438-444 Nepean Highway. A 14 storey tower approved by council at 446-450 Nepean Highway last year was measured against the draft FMAC structure plan.
The FMAC structure plan can be viewed at: engage.frankston.vic. gov.au/Frankston_City_Centre
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EASTERN Victoria MP Tom McIntosh visited the Mornington Peninsula last week following state budget allocations for Rye, Rosebud and Capel Sound.
The budget included money for Eastbourne and Rye primary schools and Capel Sound Foreshore Reserve.
McIntosh was shown around Eastbourne Primary by principal Stephen Wilkinson, who is planning for a $9.5 million project to upgrade and modernise the school.
Rye Primary’s principal Lachie Featherston said $200,000 for a new playground would make a big difference for students.
McIntosh also announced a $500,000 grant for the Capel Sound Foreshore Reserves management
committee to upgrade the campgrounds reserve. He said the reserve had been a vital source of tourism for the local community for decades. His visits and announcements add to other budget announcement, including $10 million to rebuild the Dromana pier; $1.6 million to upgrade Schnapper Point, Mornington boat ramp; $30,000 for Peninsula Home Hospice; $50,000 for Southern Peninsula Community Support; and $50,000 for Fusion Australia (Mornington Peninsula).
“This budget is making targeted investments that help our community – from schools and community support to end-of-life – we’re delivering on our promises to Victorians,” McIntosh said. “Outdoor recreation and boating are central to life and businesses across the peninsula.”
DOUBT has been cast on the imminent upgrade of the controversial Forest Road intersection in Mount Martha.
Last year the state transport department confirmed that the project would start this year, but the federal government’s “independent strategic review” of the infrastructure investment program currently underway makes that promise unlikely.
Mornington MP Liberal Chris Crewther said the state Labor government had been advised that “no new contracts can be entered into during the review period without the express permission of the federal government”.
According to a federal government media release, it is reviewing its “investments” across Australia through its infrastructure investment program.
The review will be undertaken within 90 days and will provide advice to the government as to whether federally financed infrastructure projects meet government “policy objectives” and deliver benefits for Australians.
“The 2023-24 budget, including the strategic review, will lay the foundation for a more sustainable, credible, nation-building [infrastructure investment program] while contributing to budget repair,” the statement stated.
Crewther criticised the delay, saying the Forest Drive works were a muchneeded project for community and road safety, with several people being injured and losing their lives at the intersection in recent years.
“I will fight tooth and nail to ensure this project is started and completed as soon as possible,” he said.
“Politics has been played on this
project for years, with the former federal Liberal government announcing funding years ago, but the state Labor government not then getting on to start and deliver it as the responsible authority for the road upgrade.”
Crewther said the intersection upgrades at Nepean Highway and Forest Drive and Nepean Highway and Uralla Road had been promised since 2016 when the federal money was committed.
“These are extremely dangerous intersections with a near miss or an accident at least every week. It will be only a matter of time before there is another fatality,” he said.
He called on the state government to “insist” the project be excluded from the federal review or seek permission for contracts to be entered into.
Crewther said it was “unacceptable to the residents who have been left in the dark for too long”.
Flinders MP, Liberal Zoe McKenzie, accused the state government of failing to fix the intersection, despite already having the money.
“I raised these intersections with Infrastructure Minister Catherine King prior to the announcement of the 90-day infrastructure review, and was assured that both Forest Drive and Uralla Road were to be funded and completed,” she said.
“In 2022, former MP Greg Hunt called the failure to complete the works a negligent disgrace - nothing has changed, and the ongoing risks faced by motorists sits at the feet of the Victorian government.”
he had pushed for the improvements and was pleased to have had “a seat at the table” to make it happen.
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A state government spokesperson would not comment on whether it would push for the project to be started this year, as previously promised, but instead stated the intersection was to be “fully funded” by the federal government.
THE Premier Daniel Andrews was at Somerville Primary School last Friday (16 June) to meet the students and teachers and discuss plans to improve the school’s basketball courts. The school will receive $1million from the recent state budget to add a roof and lighting to its basketball courts.
Andrews toured the school with Hastings MP Paul Mercurio, who said
“This will be a great community asset, with the school able to make better use of a covered court and the community able to use the facility out of school hours and at night,” he said.
The budget also provided $1 million to Somers Primary School for a basketball court upgrade.
CARING for a loved one can be overwhelming, whether it happens unexpectedly or was planned. When life suddenly changes, it can be challenging to figure out what support is needed for someone you love.
Sandra and her husband, George, are retired and live on a farm near Melbourne. They have cows and chickens, and their two daughters often visit to help them around the house.
Four years ago, Sandra was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease.
Despite his own health problems, George takes care of Sandra. He has been recovering from back surgery and skin cancer.
Earlier this year, Sandra was admitted to hospital, and staff suggested that George and Sandra reach out to Silverchain Private Care for help at home.
George said, "I was worried about bringing Sandra home, but everything went smoothly, thanks to Alex and the team at Silverchain Private Care. They made it very easy for us."
Silverchain Private Care's service includes respite care that is tailored to meet the health and well-being needs of caregivers like George, including overnight stays.
Dorothy Fuller, Director, Silverchain Private Care, says caring for a loved one living with dementia takes a lot of energy and dedication.
"Our care team step in, so you can take time out and enjoy the things you like doing because we know that to give someone your best care, you need to be at your best," Dorothy said.
Silverchain Private Care is part of Silverchain Group, one of Australia's leading providers of complete in-home health and aged care services for almost 130 years.
Dorothy says people in situations like George’s find the current care system challenging, often involving lengthy wait times, and they are not always able to access the services they need where they live.
"Silverchain Private Care can help solve those problems. Anyone can self-fund our health and aged care services, and access tailored support without the long wait."
Dorothy adds that private care services often suit people who would like a higher level of support than what government subsidised home care can offer, who are already on the waitlist for government subsidised support but can’t wait any longer, or who would prefer an alternative to residential aged care.
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George says getting help from Silverchain Private Care has made things easier. He can focus on his health, which helps him to give his wife the best care.
"Silverchain Private Care support Sandra with exercises and take her out for coffee or a stroll through our garden when the weather is nice. They also help around the house so I can take her to appointments. We're so grateful and look forward to their visits each week."
After six months of Silverchain Private Care's support, George and Sandra are excited to take a holiday to Queensland.
"My mind is at ease knowing that as soon as we arrive, all the support we need will be in place. It doesn't get any better than that," George said.
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NON-professional deer hunters have been recruited by Parks Victoria to shoot deer at Devilbend Natural Features Reserve, near Moorooduc.
Sections of the reserve are being closed to the public from 4pm to 6am while the hunt proceeds over the next month.
Parks Victoria says its monitoring program had shown that the number of deer on the Mornington Peninsula had “increased rapidly” over the past two years.
Acting area chief ranger Nick Jansen said the culling of fallow deer at Devilbend had been “stepped up … in a bid to eradicate them before their population increases and causes significant damage”.
“We’ve partnered with the Sporting Shooters Association of Australia and the Australian Deer Association to deliver a targeted shooting operation which is taking place this winter,” Jansen said.
“Partnerships like this are so important in ensuring we're doing everything we can to protect and preserve the health of the reserve and its important role in providing a network of green space on the Mornington Peninsula.
“Deer can cause serious damage to native plants and animals by trampling and destroying vegetation, increasing grazing pressure, ring-barking young trees, fouling water edges, causing soil erosion and
spreading weeds.”
Signs at Devilbend state that Parks Victoria intends to “reduce the population of deer” at the reserve with “coordinated ground shooting operations” with the four-week program scheduled to start this month (June).
Fallow deer, the targets of the
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“If VicRoads doesn’t block the proposal because of perceived traffic problems, this would be a great service for the community,” he said.
“There is such a need out there.”
Whitaker said Foodbank had to work through some of the red tape involved, but he hoped the project would get the go ahead before the end of winter.
While community support centres across the peninsula receive support from charities such as Foodbank, Oz Harvest and Second, as well as direct donations and food from local producers, they also rely on cash donations and grants to purchase food.
Smith said donations, along with volunteers, were the backbone of relief support services, and urged businesses and individuals to think about their capacity to help.
“We have an amazing group of volunteers are businesses who support us, but there is always room for more,” he said.
He said government assistance to Community Information and Support Victoria (CISVic), the umbrella body for community support centre on the peninsula, recently dropped to pre-pandemic levels, while food relief charities had also missed out in the 2023 federal budget.
Foodbank, OzHarvest and SecondBite have issued statements expressing their disappointment that no extra money was included as part of a $45 million package of measures to ease cost of living pressures, including an increase to Jobseeker payments.
To donate or volunteer at a community support centre go to cisvic.org.au/ or phone 9672 2000.
hunt, were the first species of deer to become established in Australia after being “successfully” released at Westbrook and Warwick on the Darling Downs, Queensland between 1870 and 1872.
Parks Victoria will also be targeting foxes and cats at Devilbend and other
DEVILBEND Natural Features Reserve is a popular fishing spot for birds and anglers but deer are not welcome and are the target of an eradication campaign.
Pictures: Gary Sissons
reserves on the peninsula between June and September.
The Devilbend reserve is credited with supporting more than 200 species of native flora and 195 indigenous species of fauna, including many threatened species.
The state government has allocated
$18.25 million over four years to the Victorian Deer Control Program plus $4.4 million ongoing. An extra $1 million was included to support deer control in peri-urban Melbourne. Details: environment.vic.gov.au/ invasive-plants-and-animals/deer-control-program/deer-control-strategy
Volunteers at risk
ONE of the Mornington Peninsula’s biggest food relief services, Vinnies Kitchen, has been forced to close its doors due to ongoing safety concerns for its volunteers.
It is the first time in 31 years that the Rosebud-based voluntary service, which feeds hundreds of vulnerable people each month, has had to close its doors.
The service put out a statement on Friday 12 June that it will remain closed until the “appropriate agencies” take necessary action to ensure the safety of volunteers.
MORNINGTON community support centre has launched its winter appeal as it prepares to move back into its home in Main Street, Mornington, which was flooded last year. At the centre are Ben Smith, Rosemary Mc Kelvie, Annie Reid, Alex Pearson, Gail Horsley and Anne Worsley Picture: Yanni
“Once we receive assurance of their safety [volunteers], we will resume out regular lunchtime service six days a week”, the statement read.
We are excited to be presenting three fabulous new exhibitions over winter. sea.liquid.sensation.flux.space is a large-scale solo exhibition by celebrated Flinders artist Vera Möller MPRG is thrilled to highlight this important body of work and support one of the Mornington Peninsula’s most ambitious artists. The show brings together new small and large scale works. It includes an array of diverse materials ranging from drawings and watercolours to collages, objects, and paintings. It also features a selection of works from Möller’s studio collection. Now in its second year, the Koorie Heritage Trust’s Blak Design Program is about supporting, promoting and celebrating First Nations cultural innovation within the Victorian design sector while providing a platform for nurturing sustainable, First Nations design practices. The exhibition Layers of Blak presents the stunning work of 11 Victorian First Nations designers. Take a look at our school holiday workshops with Layers of Blak artists, including jewellery making with Dominic White or ochre painting on gum leaves with Sammy Trist.
mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au
Collection focus: Michael Cook showcases six large-scale prints from Michael Cook’s Invasion series that were donated by the artist in 2021. Invasion places an imaginative eye on Australian colonial history and turns around the dominant view, taking alien creatures into iconic London-based cityscapes, with white urban residents their victims.
MPRG is the exclusive Victorian venue for this year’s Archibald Prize regional tour from the Art Gallery of New South Wales from 15 September to 5 November. Tickets go on sale on 1 July. We are looking forward to presenting one of the most anticipated exhibitions in the country and can’t wait to activate the Gallery precinct with a cafe, bar, live music, talks and events.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Gallery to share in all of our exhibitions, programs and activities.
Danny Lacy MPRG Gallery Director
Edward “Ted” Young, 4/3/1940 - 19/5/2023 Artist, signwriter
FELLOW artists, friends and art collectors were saddened last month to hear about the death of Edward “Ted” Young.
A founding member of the Peninsula Plein Air Painting Group and Brushmen of the Bay, Young, of Rosebud, was known to many Mornington Peninsula residents for his impressionist Australiana art series and also his “wicked sense of humour”, fellow group member Gloria Shaw said.
A signwriter, Young had lived in Townsville for 12 years where he also taught and practiced
martial arts. He was a black belt and just missed out on being accepted for the team to compete in the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games.
“Ted and his wife Joan travelled extensively around Australia where he worked at his signwriting business and painting murals before settling on the Mornington Peninsula,” Shaw said.
Young mentored many members of the plein air group and over the past few years had supported wildlife rescue, using his artwork to make cards to raise money for that cause, particularly for bushfire-devastated Kangaroo Island, South Australia.
A painting by Young is being exhibited this month along with other works by members of the Peninsula Plein Air Painting Group in the foyer of Mornington Library.
PET owners are being warned to be vigilant when walking their dogs and to keep them on leads, after several incidents involving animals being poisoned on the Mornington Peninsula. Mornington Peninsula Shire Council is investigating but unable to give further details of the poisoning of a dog in Tootgarook.
It is not the first-time pets have been targeted, with a number of dogs poisoned in recent years in Mount Martha and Mornington after eating animal remains believed to be baited with rat poison.
Mornington Peninsula Dog Rescue group is warning of a spike in dog baiting.
The group is aware of dog baiting (leaving meat poisoned with toxins such as fox bait) on walking tracks or parks from Melbourne down to the peninsula.
Spokesperson Erin Shaw said there were always people who deliberately harmed dogs, and owners needed to be aware. She said it was important to keep dogs on leads in public places.
Dog owners have also reported pets being affected by puffer fish, dead or alive, washed up on shores around the peninsula, and presenting a risk to pets who are attracted to the smell.
Puffer fish are toxic to animals and humans and should not be touched.
A dog was rushed to a Rosebud vet last week after picking up a washed-up puffer fish on Rosebud beach.
The barbs from the fish can still inject poison after being removed and there is no antidote to puffer fish toxins, which can cause severe illness and death. Symptoms can start within 20 minutes to two hours after eating the fish.
One poster of a Rosebud Facebook page suggested people wear gloves or use stick to carefully pick up and bin dead puffer fish they find on beaches.
STAFF at Sages Cottage Baxter dyed their hair and made the dive into frosty water last week for a special Big Freeze event.
The event coincided with the Big Freeze fundraiser for motor neuron disease research. It was organised by disability support coaches Christine Mann and Millie Clinch.
Mann said that the staff and coaches “just loved looking around and seeing all of the clients faces - it just makes you want to do it.”
Clinch said “it’s for a great cause that a lot of us can relate to in one way or another, so for us it was a no brainer to support a charity like this, and get all of our staff and clients involved”.
Sages Cottage Baxter is run by Wallara as a working farm offering educational programs and employment pathways for people living with a disability.
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SOUTHERN right whales have returned to the bays and seas surrounding the Mornington Peninsula after spending summer feeding in sub-Antarctic waters.
The southern rights, the only whales to calve in Victorian waters, arrive to give birth and raise their young from May to October.
The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action said cows and their calves had been spotted at Flinders, Cape Schanck, Rye, while unaccompanied adult whales had been reported in Port Phillip.
The Dolphin Research Institute said over the past month there had been a “huge growth” in whale sightings reported through PodWatch (270 per cent) on its website and Two Bays Tracker Program (144 per cent).
The institute suggested the best place to look for whales was from “elevated coastal locations”, such as on peninsula back beaches, Cape Schanck and southern Phillip Island.
It said the date being collected about whales had never been more important “particularly with the growth of offshore developments in our region”.
The department said boaters should “stay alert protect the endangered species”.
Boaters must slow to five knots within 30 metres of a whale and travel at less than 10 knots within one kilometre.
The department says southern right whales have no dorsal fin and can be hard to see and “look like floating logs as they rest near the surface”.
The recommended “safe distance” from whales is 200m for boats and the legally required 300m for jet skis.
Aircraft and drones must not fly within 500m of a whale unless being operated by the holder of a wildlife permit.
If boats get too close their motors should be placed in neutral until the whales have passed.
Southern right whales are listed as endangered in Victoria, with the south-eastern Australian population estimated at about 300 individuals.
“Boat operators should exercise caution … Blows and splashes are the most obvious signs that whales are present in the area,” Teisha Lay, forest and wildlife officer with the Conservation Regulator, said.
“Over the next few months, Conservation Regulator authorised officers will be patrolling Port Phillip to ensure vessel users are keeping their distance from whales and other marine mammals.”
Photographs of whales can be uploaded to WhaleFace and reports about regulations being breached can be reported by calling 1800 333 000.
Keith PlattSUBMITTING a nomination for a business award is a great way for businesses to pause, take a moment to acknowledge accomplishments and get confirmation that they are headed in the right direction. The process of applying in itself, regardless of the outcome, will allow you to gain a fresh perspective on your business and a deeper appreciation for your hard work thus far.
If you believe your business could benefit from this exercise, submit a nomination for the 2023 Mornington Peninsula Business Excellence Awards now. Share your achievements with the local community and get the recognition and exposure you deserve.
Any business located within the Mornington Peninsula Shire municipality is eligible to enter, whatever their business size. Entries close Monday August 14.
When asked what bringing home a Business Excellence Award meant for them, here is what
the 2022 winners of the Agriculture and Manufacturing category shared:
“The process for entering the awards allowed me to reflect on what our business has achieved over the last 12 months or so – but also our journey since we started 4 years ago. It’s a great way to realise all the great things that have happened since we opened – and makes all the hard work worthwhile. But then to be told you are the winner; that is an amazing feeling!” - Richard Jeffares, CEO and Founder of Two Bays Brewing Co
To find out more, access Frequently Asked Questions and submit a nomination visit: mpbusiness.com.au/businessawards
The 2023 Mornington Peninsula Business Excellence Awards are supported by MP News Group, MP Magazine, 3MP and Chisholm Institute.
A PHOTOGRAPH of a joyful volunteer at Rye Community House has led to a $500 donation being made to the house’s annual art show.
Professional photographer Yanni Dellaportas (who also works for The News) gave his picture to house manager Marg D’Arcy who entered it in a photography contest being run by neighbourhood network Nextdoor Australia.
The picture of Barbara/Brett Bancroft during the community house’s annual art show won the #NeighbourhoodFaves category of the Victorian section of the contest.
“Barbara/Brett Bancroft is a volunteer at the house and is very well known in the local community because he busks and is a bit of a local identity,” D’Arcy said.
“He also takes a life drawing class. Barbara was dancing to the music, amusing the children who had gathered around.
“It feels good to think that the work we do and the enthusiasm that is captured in the photo will be shared with others. It is a celebration of our community coming together and we are delighted that it will get out to other people."
D’Arcy said the $500 cash gift card prize would go to the community art show “for everyone to enjoy”.
“In combing through thousands of entries, it's astonishing to see the diversity of landscapes, local haunts, wildlife, and hidden gems through the focused lens of a camera,” Nextdoor Australia’s managing director Jennie Sager said.
“Beyond their exceptional beauty, these photos uniquely capture the passion for community that Aussie neighbours have everywhere.”
Nextdoor Australia says its app is used by one in nine households in Sydney and one in 10 in Melbourne.
POLICE have called for witnesses to a single-vehicle accident at McCrae on Thursday 15 June on the Mornington Peninsula Freeway.
It is believed the male driver of a 4WD was towing the caravan when it jack-knifed about 2pm.
No-one was injured in the incident.
Emergency crews were called to the scene to remove two gas bottles from the caravan.
The 75-year-old Rye driver has been spoken to by the police and investigations into the circumstances surrounding the cause of the incident are continuing.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at crimestoppersvic.com.au
THE federal government has announced it will give $500,000 towards a “community battery” at Flinders to store and distribute electricity from household solar panels.
If successful, negotiations under way between Mornington Peninsula Shire, Flinders Zero Carbon Community and Yarra Energy Foundation will see the shire assume ownership of the battery and pay $30,000 for site preparation works.
The federal grant from the Community Batteries for Household Solar Program, will pay for the battery and its installation.
Adoption of the plan by the govern-
ment and shire follows three years of work by Flinders Zero Carbon Community, including holding community forums and commissioning a feasibility study.
The Flinders project is modelled on a community battery at Fitzroy North.
The battery, estimated to have a 10-year lifespan, is designed to store solar energy for use during peak times and to share excess solar-generated power with other households.
Any profits from the battery and potential EV charger will go to a fund administered by Repower Mornington Peninsula, of which Flinders Zero Carbon Community is a satellite group.
FLOORING SHEETS
The 360kWh battery is estimated to be able to support 75 to 100 households; allow increased grid capacity for more solar installations; and generate revenue to subsidise solar for low-income households. The estimated emissions reduction is 22.8 tonnes of CO2 a year.
The mayor Cr Steve Holland said the battery would demonstrate “how one community can transition to renewable energy”.
Cr David Gill said there was “a need for governments to normalise helping our community with further environmentally friendly low-cost power solutions”.
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CROWNING the pinnacle of an exclusive and tightly held cul-de-sac, this luxury abode delivers unbridled opulence over two sundrenched levels with panoramic views across the coastal surrounds to Arthurs Seat and Port Phillip Bay.
A stunning architectural Englehart-built home pairing immaculate presentation and generous proportions, householders will be spoiled for choice with three living zones with 3.3 ceilings and a gourmet kitchen with imported granite benchtops, sleek cobalt cabinetry, a Miele glass ceramic cooktop and a suite of premium stainless-steel appliances, including a Miele coffee machine, Asko dishwasher and Ilve oven.
A bank of bifold doors off the family room glides open to a heavenly tiled alfresco patio with ceiling fan, heating and
bistro blinds overlooking the heated swim spa lightly shaded by swaying palm trees and inviting pampering soaks in the spa by moonlight.
Double doors off the wide entry hall open to a dedicated home theatre with screen for movie nights with the kids before retiring to the lavish master suite with its own private spa in the ensuite with floor-to-ceiling tile and a fully fitted walk-in robe.
Children are coddled on the upper level with three oversized bedrooms, a rumpus room and a two-way family bathroom with frameless glass shower, deep tub and separate toilet, while the north-facing bedroom boasts a vast picture window framing a postcard vista of the countryside rolling down to the bay.
Set on over half an acre with an expansive lawn, half-size pro basketball court and mini playground, this incredible property comes with a powder room, imported-granite countertops in kitchen and bathrooms, gas log fireplace, ducted heating, refrigerated cooling, one bedroom upstairs with walk-in robe, a laundry chute, double remote garage with internal access, 6 x 6 additional garage for storage and separate drive to rear garage for boat, trailers and caravans. Surrounded by a selection of excellent schools, the property is a short zip to Mt Eliza village, beaches and Mornington Golf Course, is fully landscaped and low maintenance, is fitted with outdoor lighting surrounding property on sensor system and serviced by 10,000-litre water storage.n
SBS WORLD MOVIES, 7.30pm
For the first half, a terrifically entertaining story of an English boy in South Africa during the 1930s who mentally ingests the brutality of apartheid. The youth (portrayed mostly by Stephen Dorff, left) acquires boxing skills from a prisoner (Morgan Freeman) and uses his prowess to perpetuate a peace myth. Sadly, sentimentality grips the latter half to ugly degree.
GONE GIRL
SBS WORLD MOVIES, 8.30pm
This stylish creation from director David Fincher brings the best out of stars Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike. Based on the global bestseller by Gillian Flynn, it unearths the secrets at the heart of a modern marriage when, on his fifth wedding anniversary, Nick Dunne (Affleck) reports that his wife, Amy (Pike), has gone missing. Under pressure from growing media frenzy, Nick’s portrait of a blissful union begins to crumble.
SEVEN, 7.30pm
This latest reality TV format has an undeniably fetching title. Melding the brutal tactics of Survivor with the intriguing social aspect of Big Brother, this fast-paced competition – filmed in Malaysia – boasts one of the biggest cash prizes in Aussie TV. Hosted by Ant Middleton, the ambitious series kicked off with an eye-opening 100 contestants. Thankfully, the numbers have since dwindled, but the hunger for the coveted wristbands has only grown. As the contestants battle it out in challenges, you can almost see the dollar signs in their eyes.
TEN, 7.30pm
For a foodie, cooking is an intoxicating adventure – they’re taking notes while watching MasterChef each night. For others, watching the series’ luxurious, high-concept creations is akin to a fantasy –those viewers might also consider scallops with wattle seeds a bit fancy as we dig into a meat-and-three-veg dinner. But tonight, extravagance and artistry rule; aspiring chefs and casual viewers alike will be inspired to visit their local gourmet deli. There’s a caviar taste test in store for the contestants, as well as a challenge to whip up a dish that highlights a particular colour. Tune in to see the reactions from judges Andy Allen, Melissa Leong and Jock Zonfrillo.
News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Australian
(R) 10.30 That Pacific Sports Show. (R)
A Dog’s World With Tony Armstrong. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
6.00 Seven News.
6.00 Nine News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
& Alan: Lost In Scotland And Beyond… (Mal) Part 4 of 4.
8.50 Grand Designs New Zealand.
(R) Hosted by Chris Moller.
9.35 One Plus One: The Elders. Dan Bourchier speaks with Ian Hamm.
10.05 Art Works. (R)
10.35 ABC Late News.
10.50 The Business. (R)
11.10 Flyways: The Story Of Migratory Shorebirds. (R) 12.05 Q+A. (R) 1.10 Parliament
Question Time.
2.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 4.30 The Drum.
(R)
5.30 7.30. (R)
7.30 Inside Sydney Airport: Rain. (M) An incoming flight relays a distress call.
8.30 Devil’s Confession: Lost Eichmann Tapes: The Hunt. Part 1 of 3. A look at recorded conversations between Adolf Eichmann and Dutch Nazi journalist Willem Sassen.
9.30 Normal People. (MA15+) Connell and Marianne are together.
10.20 SBS World News Late.
10.50 Catch And Release. (Final, MA15+a)
11.40 Miniseries: The Long Call. (Mals, R) 3.25 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.30 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30
ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
7.00 Football. AFL. Round 15. Geelong v Melbourne.
10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews.
11.00 The Latest: Seven News.
11.30 Fantasy Island. (Ma, R) A woman dreams of being a princess.
12.30 The Goldbergs. (PGl, R) Adam questions his career path.
1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R) Takes a look at Australian festivals.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Seven Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
7.30 RBT. (PGal, R) Follows the activities of police units.
8.30 Paramedics. (Mm, R) Paramedics treat a motorbike crash victim who does not seem to want any painkillers.
9.30 Casualty 24/7. (Mm) Paramedics arrive with a lorry driver.
10.30 A+E After Dark. (Mam, R)
11.25 Nine News Late.
11.50 The First 48. (Mav, R) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.
7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGal) A contestant competes for an immunity pin.
8.40 The First Inventors: The Science Of Story. (PG) Part 2 of 4. A bold expedition sets out to prove that the First Nations science of storytelling recorded ice age events. 9.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald.
Law & Order: SVU. (Mav, R)
The Project. (R)
The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)
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6.00 The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Gardening Australia. Hannah visits a dreamy design.
8.30 Utopia. (PG, R) The government stalls on an election promise of the NBA moving to independent status.
9.00 Smother. (Mlv) Gabriel confesses to Elaine that he was driving her car the night of the accident.
9.50 Mayfair Witches. (Final, Malsv) Rowan discovers her role in the prophecy.
10.35 ABC Late News.
10.50 The Split. (Mals, R)
11.55 Harrow. (Mav, R)
1.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 New Zealand From A Train. (PG) Part 2 of 2.
8.30 Greenland: Survival At The Edge. (PG) Part 2 of 2.
9.25 Legends Of The Pharaohs: Secrets Of The Sphinx. (Masv, R) Takes a look at the Great Sphinx of Giza.
10.20 SBS World News Late.
10.50 Vienna Blood. (Mav)
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs checks out some funky new accommodation in Bathurst.
7.30 Football. AFL. Round 15. St Kilda v Brisbane Lions. From Marvel Stadium, Melbourne.
10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews.
11.00 Armchair Experts. (M) A panel discusses all things AFL.
12.00 To Be Advised.
6.00 Nine News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Country House Hunters Australia. (PG) Hosted by Catriona Rowntree.
8.30 MOVIE: Fracture. (2007, Mlv, R)
After murdering his wife, a self-confessed killer wreaks havoc with the prosecution when his case comes to trial. Anthony Hopkins, Ryan Gosling, David Strathairn.
10.50 Emergency Call. (Ma, R)
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.
7.30 Bondi Rescue. (Final, PGan) Bondi hosts 15,000 World Pride Beach Party revellers.
8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists include Anne Edmonds, Tim McDonald and Lizzy Hoo.
6.30 The ABC Of... (PG, R)
Hosted by David Wenham.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Classic 100 In Concert With The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. The Classic 100 in concert with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra from Hamer Hall, Melbourne.
9.15 Vera. (Mv, R) After a woman is murdered, her son escapes the attack only to fall through the ice of a frozen pond.
10.45 The Messenger. (Mal, R) Ed questions his sanity.
11.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
Music video clips.
12.40 The Investigation. (Ma, R)
2.25 The Hunt For A Killer. (Malv, R) 4.10 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R) Presented by Greg Grainger.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 NBC Today.
11.40 The First 48: Snapshot. (Mav)
12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Postcards. (PG, R) 4.30 Global Shop.
(R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30
Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)
9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Mls, R) Guests include Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas, Hugh Jackman, Michael B. Jordan, Dame Judi Dench, Eugene Levy and P!nk.
The Project. (R)
The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Real Crown: Inside The House Of Windsor. (PG)
8.25 Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors. (Final, PG) Narrated by Simon Callow.
9.20 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys: Italy. (R)
Narrated by Bill Nighy.
10.15 Then And Now: Heathrow Airport. (PG, R) 11.10 MOVIE: Marley. (2012, Mad, R)
Bob Marley, Ziggy Marley, Jimmy Cliff. 1.40 Miniseries: Hungry Ghosts. (Mahlv, R) 3.40
Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15
France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Football. AFL. Round 15. Fremantle v Essendon. From Optus Stadium, Perth.
10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. A wrap-up of the game, including panel discussion and interviews, with access to players, coaches and staff.
11.00 To Be Advised.
12.30 MOVIE: Running Home. (1999, Mv, R) A street kid becomes involved in smuggling. Claudia Christian, Kristian Ayre.
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Get Arty. (R) A showcase of art projects.
5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R) A look at locations that highlight living well.
6.00 Nine News Saturday.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part 1.
(2010, Mhv, R) Harry searches for the Horcruxes. Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson.
10.20 MOVIE: 300: Rise Of An Empire.
(2014, MA15+lsv, R) A Greek general battles invading Persian forces. Sullivan Stapleton.
12.15 MOVIE: The Dustwalker.
(2019, MA15+hv, R) Jolene Anderson.
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30
Helping Hands. (PG, R)
6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGan, R)
6.30 The Dog House. (Final, PGa) Dogs are matched with companions.
7.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown.
8.30 Blue Bloods. (Mv) Jamie searches for the arsonist responsible for a fire that destroys all Danny’s evidence against a cartel leader.
9.30 CSI: Vegas. (Mav) A wronglyaccused former suspect enters the lab covered in blood, wielding a cleaver and looking for Allie Rajan.
10.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R)
11.30 So Help Me Todd. (PG, R)
12.30 Home Shopping. (R)
5.00 Hour Of Power.
1.30
Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 London Zoo: An
Extraordinary Year. (R) 3.15 Miriam & Alan:
Lost In Scotland And Beyond… (PGal, R) 4.05
Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 5.00 Art Works. 5.30 Fake Or Fortune?
6.30 Compass: Sacred Space – The Franciscan Of Parramatta. (PG)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Grand Designs Revisited. (PG) Part 2 of 4.
8.20 Silent Witness. (Mal) The death of an investigative journalist throws the spotlight onto Sam Ryan.
9.20 The Messenger. (Malv) Ed puts his best mates on the ace of hearts.
10.10 In Limbo. (Mal, R)
10.40 Mayfair Witches. (Final, Malsv, R)
11.20 Small Axe. (MA15+l)
1.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.05 The Heights. (PG, R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Destination Flavour
China Bitesize. (R) 9.10 Growing A Greener
World. 10.10 Wonderful World Of Baby Animals. (PG) 11.00 Travel Quest. (PG) 12.00
WorldWatch. 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. ProMX
Championship. Round 6. 4.00 Where Are You Really From? (PG, R) 5.05 Going Places
With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R) 5.35 The Day Hitler Died. (PGa, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Queens Of Ancient Egypt. Part 1 of 3. Takes a look at the Egyptian Queen Tiye who, more than 3000 years ago, became a goddess on Earth.
10.30 Patagonia: A Year In The Wild. (Final) Narrated by Pedro Pascal.
11.20 Secrets Of Playboy: The Shadow Mansions. (MA15+a, R) A look at “shadow” mansions.
2.40 Exit. (MA15+ads, R)
3.35 Mastermind Australia. (R)
4.35 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 Al Jazeera News.
6.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 1.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R)
2.00 Football. VFL. Round 14. Port Melbourne v
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Dancing With The Stars. Celebrities show off their dance skills.
8.45 7NEWS Spotlight.
An exclusive, special investigation.
9.45 The Latest: Seven News.
10.15 Born To Kill? Sean Vincent Gillis
– The Other Baton Rouge Killer. (MA15+av) Takes a look at Sean Gillis.
11.15 Autopsy USA: Gregg Allman. (MA15+ad)
12.15 All Together Now
– The 100. (PG, R)
1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
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6am Morning Programs.
10.00 House Of Wellness. 11.00 Greatest Escapes To The Country. Noon Escape To The Country. 1.00 The Surgery Ship. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi.
2.30 Discover With RAA Travel. 3.00 Secrets Of Beautiful Gardens. 4.00 The Yorkshire Vet. 6.00 Escape To The Country. 7.00 Vicar Of Dibley. 8.15 Mrs Brown’s Boys. 9.50 Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Pacific. 10.50 Late Programs.
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Under-18s. Round 15. Palmerston v St Mary’s. Replay. 5.05 Bamay. 5.50 Going Native.
6.20 News. 6.30 Wild New Zealand. 7.30 Sweet
Black Film: The Birth Of A Black Hero. 8.30 White
Riot. 10.00 MOVIE: Limbo. (2020, M) 11.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Legends End: The Loch Ness Monster Story.
6.00 Nine News Sunday.
7.00 Warnie. (PGal)
8.30 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.
9.30 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.
10.00 Australian Crime Stories: Mr Cruel. (Mav, R) A look at the serial predator Mr Cruel.
11.00 The First 48: Predator. (MA15+a)
11.50 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+v, R)
12.40 Family Law. (Mas, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.
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6am Morning Programs.
10.30 MOVIE: Muscle Beach Party. (1964)
12.30pm Getaway. 1.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show.
3.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 17. South Sydney
Rabbitohs v North Queensland Cowboys. 6.00
M*A*S*H. 7.55 Cricket. Women’s Ashes. Test Match. England v Australia. Day 4. Morning session. (Please note: alternative schedule may be shown due to changes to cricket coverage). 10.40 Late Programs.
6am Children’s Programs.
1.30pm Galavant. 2.00 Starting Up, Starting Over.
3.00 To Be Advised. 4.00 Top Chef. 5.10 Children’s Programs. 5.20
6.30 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news.
7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGal) The contestants must cook a dish that highlights a particular colour to impress the judges and avoid elimination.
9.00 FBI. (Mv) The FBI investigates a deadly robbery that garnered a cache of automatic weapons for the killers.
10.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R) Jane investigates Maggie’s kidnapping.
11.00 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)
9.15 Media Watch. (PG)
Hosted by Paul Barry.
9.35 Jonestown: Terror In The Jungle: Making Of A Madman. (Ma, R) Part 1 of 4.
10.15 China Tonight. (R)
10.50 ABC Late News. 11.05 The Business. (R)
11.20 The Split. (Mals, R) 12.20 Father Brown. (Final, Mv, R) 1.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 4.30 The Drum. (R)
5.30 7.30. (R)
8.30 The Great House Revival: Passage West, Co Cork. (Return) Presented by Hugh Wallace.
9.30 24 Hours In Emergency: Husbands And Wives. (M)
A 74-year-old has suspected sepsis.
10.25 SBS World News Late.
10.55 Miniseries: Bonnie And Clyde. (MA15+lsv) 11.25 Antidisturbios. (MA15+av, R)
1.35 Cargo. (MA15+alv, R) 3.25 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 Million Dollar Island. (PG) Hosted by Ant Middleton.
9.00 9-1-1. (Final, Ma) A series of freeway car accidents leads
The team searches for a missing migrant teenager.
12.00 The Project. (R)
1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
ABC (2) SBS (3)
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News
Mornings. 10.00 Dream Gardens. (R)
10.30 Outback Ringer. (PG, R) 11.00 Kumi’s Japan. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00
Grantchester. (Mv, R) 2.00 Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat. (R) 2.30 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 4.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.00 Back Roads. (R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
The ABC Of... (Final, Ml) Hosted by David Wenham.
8.30 The Black Hand. (MA15+v) Part 1 of 3.
9.30 Louis Theroux Interviews... Stormzy. (Ml, R) Louis Theroux chats with Stormzy.
10.15 ABC Late News. 10.30 The Business. (R) 10.50 Four Corners. (R) 11.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 11.55 Jonestown: Terror In The Jungle. (Ma, R) 12.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.05 22 Kids And Counting. (PGa, R) 10.00 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 11.00 The Lost World Of Joseph Banks. (PG) 11.30 The Story Of Coffee. (Premiere) 12.00 WorldWatch.
2.10 Great Escapes With Morgan Freeman. (Mad, R) 3.00 Living Black. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.10 The Supervet. (PG) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
SBS World News. 7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys: Douglas To Port Erin. (Return)
8.30 Insight. Presented by Kumi Taguchi.
9.30 Dateline: The Best Place To Have A Baby? Presented by Janice Petersen.
10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 The Point: Referendum Road Trip. (R)
11.30 Pandore. (Mls) 12.25 Hope. (MA15+av)
1.25 Partisan. (Malv, R) 3.15 Miniseries: The Walk-In. (Mal, R) 4.10 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6.00 The Drum.
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Utopia. (PG) Nat is infuriated by her new assistant.
8.30 Gruen. Presented by Wil Anderson.
9.10 In Limbo. (Final, Mal) Charlie uncovers the mystery of the missing money.
9.40 Queen Of Oz. (Mal) A mix-up with her new banknote makes Georgie enraged.
10.05 QI. (PG, R)
10.40 ABC Late News.
10.55 The Business. (R)
11.10 Still We Rise. (Ml, R)
12.10 Small Axe. (MA15+l, R) 2.20 Rage.
(MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 History Of The Sitcom: Freaks, Geeks And Outsiders. (PGa)
8.30 Costco: Is It Really Worth It?
(PG, R) Explores the retailer Costco.
9.20 Blue Lights. (Final, Malv) The team works together after the shooting.
10.20 SBS World News Late.
10.50 The Congregation. (Final, MA15+v)
11.45 The Promise. (Mal, R) 1.55 La Fortuna. (Mdl, R) 3.55 Mastermind Australia. (R)
4.25 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 Million Dollar Island. (PGl) Hosted by Ant Middleton.
9.00 The Rookie. (Mv) Nolan and Celina witness a shooting and realise the victim was already dead.
10.00 The Rookie: Feds. (Mv) Simone and Carter uncover a terrorist’s plan.
11.00 The Latest: Seven News. 11.30 The Blacklist. (Mav)
6.00 Nine News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 The Longest Feud: Chappell v Botham. (Ml) Cricket legends Ian Chappell and Ian Botham are brought together.
8.30 To Be Advised.
10.00 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.
10.30 Chicago Med. (MA15+am) Crockett worries he made a surgical error.
11.20 See No Evil: Seeing Red. (Ma)
12.10 Court Cam. (Mv)
12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.
7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGa) Chef Clare Smyth sets a challenge.
8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.
9.40 NCIS. (Mv, R) A civilian research vessel rescues a small boat containing a group of men claiming to be US Navy SEALs.
11.30 The Project. (R)
12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)
1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. (Final, PG) Follows dog trainer Graeme Hall.
8.30 The Front Bar. (M) Hosts Mick Molloy, Sam Pang and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Accused. (Ma, R) A teenager attempts to find her biological father.
10.30 The Latest: Seven News.
11.00 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: Thrill Kill – The Janine Balding Murder. (MA15+av, R)
12.15 Absentia. (Final, MA15+asv, R)
1.30 The Goldbergs. (PGa, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Nine News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. England v Australia. Day 1. Morning session. From Lord’s, London, England.
10.40 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. England v Australia. Day 1. Afternoon session. From Lord’s, London, England.
3.30 Hello SA. (PG) Hayley Pearson, Lauren DeCesare and Tom Rehn provide tips for a short holiday or day out in South Australia.
4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) Religious program.
4.30 A Current Affair. (R)
5.00 News Early Edition.
5.30 Today. The latest in news and current affairs.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.
7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGa) Amateur cooks take to the kitchen.
8.40 Riptide. (Premiere, Mdlv) Newlyweds Alison and Sean appear to have an idyllic life, until Sean disappears while surfing.
9.40 So Help Me Todd. (PGa) Margaret and Todd work to bring justice to an Olympic athlete who lost his leg in a plane crash.
10.40 FBI. (Mv, R) The FBI investigates a deadly robbery.
11.30 The Project. (R)
12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)
1.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 CBS Mornings.
Sahaja Yoga
Mornington Peninsula Community Dog Club
Looking For a Fun Social Club?
Australian Decorative and Fine Arts Society
Friday 23 June, 5.30pm - 7pm. Join us for a talk by Grimwade Collection Curator, Alisa Bunbury. Balcombe Grammar School, 389 Nepean Hwy, Mount Martha. Cost $30. Bookings essential adfasmp@gmail.com or 041 2437 246.
Celebrate Bastille Day!
11:00am Friday July 14 Mount Martha Bowls & Pétanque Club, 45 Watson Rd Mount Martha. Try Pétanque, French food, fashion, fun and frivolity! $20 Pre-booking essential 7 July: email andreabowles@bigpond.com. Dress code: ‘Touch of France’ – Merci
Mornington Croquet Club
Come and try the historic and artful game of croquet at Mornington’s croquet courts, at 350 Dunns Road (Civic Reserve). Follow the road behind the bowls club to find the courts/lawns. Enquiries: morningtoncroquetclub@gmail.com or phone 5977 2206.
Table Tennis for Everyone!
We cater for all groups, including Juniors, Social, Competition, All Abilities and more! Check out our website or give us a call for more information. mftta.org.au or Ph: 0498 003 788
Chatty Cafe - Coffee and Chat
Mornington Community House: Tues 11am
Dava Hotel: Mon and Tues 11am
Via Batisti: Tues 11am
Commonfolk Cafe: Wed 11am
Dreamer Cafe: Thurs 11am
Pantry House: Fri 10am. Steeples: Fri 11am. Jacky - mornpen@chattycafeaustralia.org.au
Overport Park Tennis Club
Ladies Social Doubles is held every Wednesday at 1.00pm. It is open to non-members and there is no cost or commitment to join the club. Beginners are welcome. Matches are organised on the day.
Mornington Environment Association
2nd Thurs of the month at 7pm - Mornington Community Centre, Currawong St, Mornington. Help support our aim to protect the environment. For more info contact Margaret: 0414 641 999 or Ann: 0425 795 237 or morningtonea@gmail.com or visit www.morningtonenviro.org.au
Combined Mornington Probus Club meets at the Mornington Golf Club, Tallis Drive, Mornington on the first Tuesday of the month at 9.30am for a 10.00am start, except for January. Interesting speakers and outings. Call 0491 634 456 for further information.
Bentons Square Community Centre (BSCC)
“SoACE” Social Access Community Enjoyment. BSCC are encouraging people of all ages to join this group for the opportunity for social connections and participation.
Activities and games, cuppa and a chat.
Thursdays Ph: 5977 2468
Join the fun!
Volunteer at a Family Life Op Shop. Make new friends. Lend your knowledge & learn new skills. No specific experience necessary. To find out more or to express your interest call 03 8599 5433 or visit familylife.com.au/volunteer
Every Tuesday 7pm - 8.30pm. Today, worldwide, hundreds of thousands of people practice Sahaja Yoga. Now, we’re bringing that incredible spiritual awakening to you. Mornington
Community House Bunjil Room 91 Wilsons Road Mornington. For more info sahajayogavic.com
Community Productive Garden
Eager helpers are sought for a community fruit and vegetable garden being developed at Mt Martha Uniting Church within our Peace Trail. Enquiries warmly welcomed to Janet on 0439 742 710.
Community Badminton
A fun night of social badminton/table tennis is open to new members at the Mt Martha Uniting Church. BYO racquet/bat competitive spirit and sense of humor. Tuesdays at 7.30pm. 109 Bay Road Mt Martha. Enquiries to Peter 0412030747.
Repair Cafe
3rd Sunday each month, 12.30 - 3.30pm.
Mornington Men’s Shed is ready & waiting to repair any item that can be carried in by one person. Cost is a donation. Wilsons Rd Men’s Shed 2/91 Wilsons Rd, Mornington.
Mornington Peninsula Welsh Ladies Choir
Planning a Singing Tour of Wales this year
Rehearsal every Sunday evening at 7pm at Yamala Park Bowls Club Dunstan St Frankston
South. For more details contact Trudi on 0406 678 261 or email info@mpwlc.com
Mornington Seniors Citizens Club
Monday 12.30pm - Indoor bowls. Tuesday 11.00am - noon Tai Chai, followed by bingo at 12.30pm. Wed 10.00am - noon: Scrabble.
1 Flinders Dr, Mornington. Ph: 5975 3688
Crazy Patches Mt. Martha/Mornington
Join our friendly group of crafters. Bring your own patchwork, needlecraft, knitting etc. Tuesday nights 7pm-9pm and last Saturday of the month. Patchwork classes are available. Bring a friend. Call Chris on 0439 652 443
Mornington Peninsula Toastmasters
Gain confidence speaking in front of others in an encouraging atmosphere. 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at: Mornington Community House, 3/91 Wilsons Road, Mornington. For details call Sue: 0439 650 883
Bunarong Bushwalking Club
Explore the great outdoors with a local walking group. Bunarong Bushwalking Club members enjoy walks on Sundays and Wednesdays. For more information please contact us on 0400 329 710 or see our Facebook page and website www.bunarongbushwalkingclub.com.au
Mount Martha House Historical Collection
protects and preserves the history of this wonderful building. Visit the WRAAC museum.
Open on request, or Tuesdays and Fridays: 10 -2 pm. Tours third Wednesday of each month: 11.30 am. Booking required: 5974 2297
Mornington View Club
Members meet at Mornington Golf Club on the fourth Friday of each month at 11.30 am. An active club raising funds for The Smith Family. New members are always welcome.
Call Judy 0410486204 or Diane 0414596942.
Every Saturday morning at Citation Oval, Mt Martha. Beginners class is at 10.15am. Train your dog to listen to you and be obedient through fun and games. For more info: www.mpcdogclub.org.au
Mt. Eliza Mah Jong Club
Monday morning from 9.30am to 12.30pm Monday evening from 7.00pm to 9.00pm in the Mt.Eliza Community Centre, Canadian Bay Rd, Mt. Eliza. All players welcome.
Contact Ann Burnell: 5977 1162
All Welcome @ OPEN DOOR
Pop in Every Wednesday 10.00am - 11.30am. Morning Tea/Coffee. No Cost! Make Friends! All Ages! Parking free – Level access. 370 Craigie Road, Mount Martha. Email office@newpeninsula.com.au for more info
The combined Probus Club of Mount Eliza Central meets on the fourth Friday of each month at The Village Church, Mount Eliza. Meetings start at 9.45 and visitors are welcome. Enquiries at 0428 995 617
Peninsula Transport Assist
Need for volunteer drivers is ongoing. Use your own car, or drive a bus (LR,MR,HR licence needed). Flexible hours and ongoing support. More info on our website www. peninsulatransportassist.org. Phone 9078 8241 or email peninsulatransportassist@gmail.com
Mt Eliza Mah Jong Club
Monday Morning: 9.30am - 12.30pm and Monday Evening:7.00pm - 9.00pm in the Mt Eliza Community Centre, Canadian Bay Rd, Mt Eliza. Experienced and new players welcome.
Ann Burnell: 5977 1162 or Joy: 0418 354 535.
Mount Eliza Probus Club
Meet every second Monday of the month at Uniting Church, Canadian Bay Road commencing at 9.45am. Includes guest-speaker, fellowship and refreshments at no cost. Visitors most welcome. Contact Graeme Buckley: 0447384797.
Mornington Life Activities Club
Activities across the Peninsula and beyond, including, dineouts, indoor games, trivia nights, cinema, music evenings, special functions, book clubs, day and weekend trips, walking, golf, table tennis, cycling. Contact Miriam 0493 437 646, or email membership@lifemornington.org.au.
Mornington Lions Club
New member interest welcome. Meeting the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month. Fundraising for local community projects our primary focus. Contact: Patricia 0419 299 196 CWA Mornington Branch Meetings: 3rd Tuesday of the Month at 1:00pm. Social Craft Group: 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the Month at 12:00pm. Church of Christ Hall, 84 Wilson’s Road, Mornington cwamornington@ gmail.com or find us on Facebook
Indoor Walk
Every Thursday, 7.45 am - 8.45 am. A mature aged group of men and women walk, do light exercises (conducted by a trained instructor), chat and socialise at Mornington Central Shopping Centre. Contact Bryan 0410 935 936
Come & enjoy playing Petanque on Wednesdays and Sundays at Moorooduc Recreation Reserve Derril Rd Moorooduc from 2pm-4pm Est 3pm-5pm Dst for further info contact Barb on 0408 394 546 or Jan 0409 132 761 or email morningtonpeninsulapetanque@gmail.com
U3A Mornington
Enjoy low-cost activities for retired seniors. Learn something new, challenge and engage your mind and body. Make new friends. Enjoy your retirement and make your third age the time of your life. More information: www.u3amornington.org.au
OR email: office@u3amornington.org.au
Mount Martha Rotary
Want to make a difference by volunteering in taking action to create a lasting change? Mount Martha Rotary meets on Mondays at 6.30pm. Inquiries: www.mountmartharotary.org.au, Facebook or contact Carol on 0405 145 684
Mt Eliza Neighbourhood House
Walking Group for Men. Join Lester and other men for a moderate paced 4km walk around Mount Eliza. Starts 8.30am every Tuesday. For further information contact Lester on 0407 414 955.
Mah Jong at Mt Martha House. Modern Australian Game. Every Wednesday 1pm to 4pm. All levels of play. One-on-one teaching for beginners. Plenty of handouts, lots of fun and noise. Contact Jill 0402 089353.
Mornington TOWN Club
Take Off Weight Naturally, with weekly weighins, group discussion and friendly, supportive fellow-members. Meeting time 8.30 am on Wednesday mornings, at the Mornington Civic Bowls Club, Dunns Road, Mornington
The Australian Welsh Male Choir rehearse at Baxter Village chapel each Monday 7pm. We also sing in the pub at Kirk’s Hotel the Esplanade Mornington. Last Wednesday monthly - 8pm All welcome. Free event.
Secretary@awmc.org.au. Ph: 0425 725 525
Mornington Mahjong
Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Mornington RSL in Virginia Street Mornington. Come join us for a pleasant afternoon. Contact - Lucy: 0416 043 527 or Toni: 0416 301 303
Mount Martha Men’s Probus Club
Mount Martha Men’s Probus Group, meet monthly, for further details go to our new web site: mount martha men’s probus club, and click on the link. For further details contact: Ron on 0407 327 470.
Polio
Do you know anyone who had polio, or is now experiencing after effects of polio? Support group meetings held at 11am on the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Information Centre, Main St, Mornington. Enquiries: 5981 2540
Mt Martha Ladies Probus Club
Meet on the first Wednesday of the month at Mt Martha House, commencing at 10am. Visitors and new members welcome. Join our friendly ladies. Contact information: Dorothy 0437 759 440, or Toni 0419 301 303.
Feldenkrais ‘Awareness Through Movement’ Classes
Gentle, intriguing exercise for your mind and body, at home! Taught online using Zoom, Mon 9.30am, Tues 6.30pm, Fri 10am. For information: phone Kate Tremlett on 0415 171 092 or email katetrem@satlink.com.au
Biala Peninsula
Offering new service delivery options for children with disabilities, birth to 12 years and their families - online, telepractice, home program packs and telephone counselling and support. Phone 5975 1820 for information.
Are you a breast cancer survivor?
Join us in our Dragonboat every Sunday at Patterson Lakes. Three “Come and try’s “ before joining. Paddles and PFD’s provided. For info call Marilyn: 0433 114 338 or Lyndsay: 0425 743 455.
Red Hatters
Every 3rd Thursday. Grey Foxx Venues 1192-1196 Nepean Hwy, Mount Eliza. A female only group for over 50’s wanting to join a fun group to enjoy life. For info: Vivienne Van ette Ph: 0422 399 920 or queentravelot@gmail.com
Mornington Peninsula Hockey Club
Under 10’s, 12’s, 14’. Men’s, Women’s and Masters. Come and join our family friendly, inclusive club. We can provide a team to suit all levels of experience. Please contact Cheryle: 03 9766 7478 or info@mphc.org.au
Peninsula Prostate Cancer Support Group Bentons Square Community Centre
7:00pm second Wednesday each month
Share the journey in a relaxed, caring environment. Partners, carers and friends are most welcome. Contact 0422 608 345 peninsulapcsg@hotmail.com
BERG Mt Martha is a bushland friends group for the Balcombe Estuary Reserves, Mt Martha. Working bees on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday mornings, along with Waterwatch and Estuary watch. For more information Ph: 0447 160 288 info@berg.org.au, www.berg. org.au
JP Locations
National & International documents inc affadavits, stat decs & cert copies signed FREE of charge at police stations on the Peninsula. Mornington: Mondays & Thursdays 11am to 2pm. or Google find a JP Victoria or Ph1300365567.
Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society View stars, planets, clusters and galaxies at 8pm on the 1st Friday of every month at The Briars dark-sky observatory. Bookings are essential. Small fee payable. www.mpas.asn.au or phone 0419 253 252.
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council has a “challenging budget” because of a rates cap of 3.5 per cent (“State blamed for shire’s ‘challenging budget’” The News 6/6/23). No mention of the supplementary waste services charge, a flat rate surcharge that is illegal if it is called anything else and having nothing to do with waste, which was always accommodated in the general rate. The charge, originally $50 and called a “municipal charge”, is this year $446, up another 21 per cent.
The purpose of a rates cap is to reign in and control councils’ expansion and spending, keep costs down, limit frivolous projects, perhaps even drain the perks trough.
At last, council has decided to tax tourists with parking fees (“Permanent paid parking to depend on trial results” The News 13/6/23). Tourists, eight million a year, are a terrible blight on us residents, taking over our beaches, parks, amenities and parking spaces, without any benefit or compensation to us; we pay for the clean-up.
Now, hopefully, I can have a swim.
I noticed an intelligent new service for the tip: residents will now be able to drop off for free individual items like a car tyre or a mattress. This used to incur a $10 to $28 fee and was the main cause of roadside dumping. Now, why dump it on the road when you can dump it at the tip? Sheer genius.
That’s what we pay rates for, anyway.
I recently noticed another thing at the tip: you must pay by card only; they will not accept cash and you have no alternative. Apart from everything else, there is a principle here. An arm of government in Australia refusing to accept the legal tender of Australia?
Brian A Mitchelson, MorningtonMornington Peninsula Shire Council has woken up from the Dark Ages with a revelation - charge tourists to park their cars to help pay towards the maintenance of toilet facilities and keep the parking areas clean (“Permanent paid parking to depend on trial results” The News 13/6/23). How long will residents have to wait for the council’s next revelation?
Josephine Brand, SorrentoFederal government advertising tells us that [by] adding words to our constitution the Voice may improve the lives of our Aboriginal population and believes equality is one key factor.
The government budget is $260 million to market and sell the Yes case. However, its contribution to the No case is $10 million for pamphlets, $250 million short of equal opportunities.
Our prime minister and his supporters want to change our constitution to give Aboriginal people a better life. I speculate that the real reasons behind his action plan are because, to date, we have only heard small parts of what he intends the Voice to say and achieve.
Our state and federal parliaments have 26 elected Aboriginal politicians, including 11 sitting members in federal seats. This amount of representation must be contributing a reasonable voice already for the Aboriginal population of 872,000 people.
Further assistance includes $4 to $5 billion each year with 50 per cent going to the National Indigenous Australia Agency (NIAA) one of 200 agencies assisting Aboriginal communities. The NIAA has 1300 employees to support its people with many worthwhile projects to improve Aboriginal lives and wellbeing, particularly in remote areas.
Reading and listening to Jacinta Price, Warren Mundine and their contemporaries you hear there is sufficient support for our Aboriginal population without changing our constitution. These people are stating we have many people in government and public services working towards improving Aboriginal lives beginning with education of the young, health, housing and domestic violence. The $260million would be well spent on additional training of the NIAA field staff and other Aboriginal agencies.
Bruce White, Safety BeachVoice, treaty, truth: compared to other settler nations, Australia is the exception, not the rule.
Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders are one of the more than 100 - 27.6% of the Australian population - cultural minorities in Australia. What separates Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders, 2.8 per cent of the Australian population, cultural minority from the rest?
No other cultural minority in Australia gets all the “help” in legislating their daily lives and futures as does the Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders cultural minority.
That in itself should be reason enough for them to have a legitimate Voice that any right wing racist government cannot liquidate.
When the details of the Voice are determined by parliament, one thing that is necessary is to make sure funding is secure so that any right wing racist government cannot starve it to death by cutting funding like the Abbott government’s $42 million funding cut over four years to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Services (ATSILS).
Pentecostal, evangelical religious cults, corporate mafia and special interest groups all have unfettered access to ministers, MPs and [government] executive through high paid lobbyists to suggest, intimidate, threaten, bribe and blackmail them on matters that affect them. So why should the only marginalised cultural minority who have laws passed that affect them not have the same voice?
Frankly, some of the stuff in letters published about the Voice are right out of the pages of Qanon. These people need to do a fact check here and there.
For starters, the Voice will not allow Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders to lay claim to your property; Australians will not be forced to pay rates, land tax and royalties to the Voice; and, the Voice will have no veto power.
Joe Lenzo, Safety BeachFlinders MP Zoe McKenzie calls for respect, yet at the same time she herself rejects out of hand the views of the First Nations people she claims to have consulted on the Voice (“Voice debate should ‘remain civil, open and … respectful’”
Letters 13/6/23). Among those who opened their doors and heart to Ms McKenzie were revered local elders Peter Aldenhoven, a descendant of the nationally celebrated poet and leader, Oodgeroo Noonuccal and Helen Bnads, a highly respected community worker and Aboriginal honour roll Inductee.
Ms McKenzie has likewise acknowledged in parliament that her opposition to an Indigenous Voice runs counter to the view of “some of the finest constitutional minds” in the country. Hardly respectful.
Maureen Donelly, MorningtonAfter my letter last week [Flinders MP] Zoe McKenzie posted it on her Facebook page and reminded people I had been the campaign manager for [Labor candidate] Surbhi Snowball and was a member of the Progressives of the Peninsula, suggesting I was politically motivated (“Walk supported Voice” Letters 13/6/23).
I have been blocked from her Facebook page, although I have never made offensive or personal remarks in comments on it, so I could not respond.
I am a longstanding member of [the] Labor [Party] because I believe in the values of justice and fairness. I support the values of the Progressives of the Peninsula of action on climate change, gender equity and social justice.
I have written to Kate Carnell, congratulating her on establishing Liberals for Yes. I applaud John Pesutto and the state Liberals for supporting a free vote for their parliamentarians on the referendum. I would have been extremely happy to applaud Zoe if she had supported a Yes vote.
To me, this is not a party political issue, it is a response to the invitation of the Uluru Statement for us to walk together for a better future for all
HIGHER-than-normal tides on Wednesday 7 June illustrated at Hastings just how close to being overwhelmed some seawalls are by increasing sea levels. Picture: Yanni
Having been born and bred in Hastings, we were well accustomed to the occasional king tide (“Coastal strategy still ‘two years away’” The News 14/6/23). In my early years, our family lived on Marine Parade a few doors up from the present historical society building and I can remember the tide being at our front door and, once, forcing us to leave home. I can recall the old swimming pool, when the only thing above the water was the high diving board and the amenities. Each time this happened the pier would be under water and the fisherman had to keep adjusting mooring lines. One year the tide even got up to the Western Port Hotel.
So, you see in Hastings, we were quite used to such abnormalities and global warming was not an issue then. Spring tides are always the highest tides of the year and if we get excessive rain, well that just makes a bad situation worse.
Max Bryant, Hastings
Australians. It is a moment that we can unite and recognise the history of our beautiful country truthfully. It is a chance to right the wrong that occurred over 120 years ago when the people who had lived her for tens of thousands of years were not recognised in the Constitution and were expressly barred from voting when the legislation that sat behind the Constitution was enacted.
Marg D’Arcy, RyeIn my letter published last week I argued that due to the high rate of intermarriage Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Australians are no longer discrete populations and that, consequently, the euphemistically named Voice will split families (“Voice splits families” Letters 6/6/23). Married couples are being told that one of them needs special access to governments, but the other doesn’t. Grandparents are being told that some of their grandchildren need special access to governments, but that they and the others don’t.
I am quite familiar with the arguments of the intellectual contortionists who claim that dividing us all on the basis of race will unite us, but I am at a loss to understand how my arguments are interpreted to mean that people “should be wary lest their homes be compulsorily acquired” (“Families were split” Letters 13/6/23).
Albert Riley, MorningtonThe brown coal discovered at Schnapper Point, Mornington in 1899 never became a mine because of community opposition. Today, however, there are 80,000 disused and abandoned mines in Australia, and they have enormous potential for nearby communities. These range from rehabilitated pits converted to recreational lakes to sources of critical minerals and renewable energy.
The Genex pumped-hydro project in northern Queensland for example will generate up to 900 jobs and store its water in two pits of the old Kidston gold mine. It has a storage/generation capacity of 250MW for eight hours (2000MWh) and will ramp up in less than 30 seconds.
A second example of long-term storage is Broken Hill’s underground compressed air energy storage (CAES) system being built for Transgrid by Canadian company Hydrostor. The air is stored in purpose-built caverns and, when needed, is released to spin a turbine. When completed, it will be the world’s biggest CAES facility and provide at least eight hours of storage.
Another exciting use of old mine sites is the recovery of critical and rare metals from tailings
dumps. Critical metals are vital for clean energy and advanced technologies like smartphones, computers, solar panels, batteries and electric vehicles.
Reusing and rehabilitating old mine sites could well be the next “mining boom” in regional Australia. Ray Peck, Hawthorn
There is another road sign in the Carrum Down area informing residents that Cadles Road will be impacted by further roadworks from 19 June to 14 July between 7am and 5pm. No one seems to know what roadworks will be performed.
At present, we have at least five unfinished major roadwork sites affecting the residents in Carrum Downs and causing delays and frustrating motorists.
Why can’t these contractors finish one project before they commence any new work, or is that too simple a plan?
One project has been going for more than three years with no sign of completion.
Phil McDonald, Carrum DownsThe wellbeing and mental health of Australians have been significantly impacted by the mounting pressures they have faced in recent years. It is crucial that we acknowledge and address the hardships our communities are enduring.
Amid these challenges, there is a dedicated army of individuals working tirelessly to improve mental wellbeing.
The Australian Mental Health Prize, established by UNSW Sydney, aims to honour those making ground-breaking contributions in advocacy, research, and community service.
Nominations are now open, and we strongly encourage individuals from every corner of Australia to join us in paying tribute to the mental health heroes in their communities. Whether it be a researcher shedding light on innovative treatments, an advocate fighting for policy change, or a community service provider making a tangible impact, their efforts deserve recognition.
To nominate someone for the Australian Mental Health Prize, please visit australianmentalhealthprize.org.au. Submissions close 17 July.
Let us unite as a nation to honour those making a profound difference in the lives of others. Together, we can foster a society.
Lucy Brogden AM and Allan Fels, co-chairs of the Australian Mental Health Prize Advisory GroupEXPERIENCE the wonder of winter at the Arthur's Seat Eagle where the iconic gondola ride offers panoramic views and a winter celebration like no other!
Prepare to be delighted as faux snow flurries cascade from the summit every hour during the school holidays, and let the magic of winter surround you as you ascend through the magnificent State Park!
Immerse yourself in the festive ambiance with live music performances on the deck every Saturday afternoon. Watch as children's faces light up with joy as they enjoy face painting and indulge their creativity with winter themed arts and crafts in the dedicated kids corner.
Capture picture-perfect moments within the giant 'snowglobe' installation – an instagramable photo opportunity, where our original Arthurs Seat chairlift serves as a whimsical backdrop, and mark your calendar for a one-off experience of extraordinary Night Flights, only available on July 1st, where you can experience the magic of the gondola ride under the starry night sky!
YOUNG people and their families can escape the winter cold by enjoying The Alphabet of Awesome Science at Frankston Arts Centre in the school holidays.
Following a national tour and award-wining performances at Adelaide Fringe Festival, That Science Gang brings their innovative and fastpaced show for young people to Frankston for one performance only.
The Alphabet of Awesome Science, described as setting “the gold standard for family entertainment” and “keeping the audience on the edge of their seats for a solid hour of fun”
(Kids in Adelaide) takes you on a thrilling voyage through the alphabet - where great big chewy sesquipedalian words inspire mindblowing scientific surprises.
Professor Lexi Con has curated a curious collection of her favourite words (one for every
Visit the winter market stalls and savour the flavours of the season! Treat yourself to poffertjes, popcorn, gingerbread, and chestnuts that will tantalise your taste buds!
Warm up with delicious winter soups, and indulge in the decadence of the hot chocolate bar at the Eagle café; where limited edition flavours will be sure to impress!
Every day holds the potential for surprise and excitement, as one lucky visitor will discover a golden ticket hidden on their gondola ride! With one ticket hidden every single day of the holidays, there are plenty of amazing opportunities to win a fabulous prize!
But that's not all! In a first for the Eagle, they have partnered with Falls Creek to offer even more excitement. Purchase a ticket to ride the Eagle between June 24th and the end of July, and you'll be entered into a draw to win one of
three season resort entry passes to Falls Creek! Excitingly, during the promotional period, those with an Arthur's Seat Eagle ticket can also enjoy free entry to Falls Creek, AND those with a Falls Creek ticket can ride the Eagle for free (see www.aseagle.com.au for full terms and conditions).
The Arthur's Seat Eagle Winter Wonder extravaganza is truly a journey of enchantment, offering an unforgettable experience for individuals, couples, and families alike. Don't miss out on this extraordinary winter adventure. Visit the Arthur's Seat Eagle and immerse yourself in the magic of the season!
FINDING fun, affordable, family-friendly activities that everyone can enjoy during the cold winter months can be a real challenge. Luckily, the answer can be found right here on the Mornington Peninsula - at Sk8house roller skating rink, Carrum Downs!
Sk8house is well known for being a great place for family fun. They offer general sessions, birthday parties, and skate classes, making it an ideal destination for people of all ages. Sk8house is open every day during the winter school holidays offering a range of exciting activities that are sure to keep everyone entertained.
For those who want to improve their skating skills, there are skate classes available for all levels, from beginners to advanced skaters. These classes are taught by experienced coaches who are passionate about skating and who are committed to helping students improve their skills. For even better value you can add-on a $5 Bonus Session to your skate class ticket. This gives you up to 6 hours skate-time for just $20!! - Sk8hire included!
In addition to skate classes, Sk8house also offers general sessions where you can skate to your heart's content. These sessions are a great way to get some exercise, have fun with friends and family, and enjoy the thrill of skating. You're guaranteed great music, games and prizes at all general sessions.
Sk8house is a must on your school holidays activities list. Up to 6 hours of fun for just $20 is such good value and will keep the kids entertained for hours! Recognised as one the best value entertainment venues in the Frankston & Mornington Peninsula municipalities, you can’t go wrong with this on your must do list. Bookings during school holidays are strongly recommended as some sessions are already SOLD OUT. Book online in advance to avoid disappointment.
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PREPARE to enter a world of entertainment where your imagination will soar like never before, in this re-imagined modern circus spectacular.
Silvers has been a household name since the 70’s and is back to entertain, showcasing the best entertainment Circus has to offer these school holidays.
Featured in this 90-minute spectacular you can expect to see performances presented by elite artists from around the globe. From roaring motorbikes with skilful manoeuvres at speed, to the beauty and strength of aerialists up high. There are thrilling, hilarious and awesome moments act after act, to satisfy all ages and appetites.
Silvers are very proud to announce their new comic joining the team, “Mr Walison Muh”. Bound to induce convulsive laughter and tearstained cheeks as his interactive style of comedy will take you somewhere unexpected. You
may recognise Walison from his recent very successful appearances on “Australia’s Got Talent”.
Did you know they have 2 Dinosaurs? Well, they do! Come see Fluffy and Spike (as they affectionately call them) do their stuff on stage, live, under the mighty big top. Whether it’s date-night, a family affair or grandparents wanting to spoil the kids, Silvers Circus is the entertainment destination for you.
Anyone wishing to come see the show from the Frankston/ Mornington/ Chelsea or Mordialloc areas, upon proof of residency are welcome to a $10.00 discount off each Gold or Silver ticket purchased when presenting this voucher at the onsite booking office. Bookings can be made by calling 0413 880044.
Silvers Circus Spectacular will be performing at the Burvale Hotel car park, cnr Springvale Rd & Burwood Hwy, Nunawading between June 23 and July 16.
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16. Blackberry bush
17. Make depraved
19. Irish group (1,1,1)
20. Stubborn person (3-4)
22. Woozy
23. Purchase (entire stock) (3,2)
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THIS changes everything. Instantly, everything
I understood to be true has been upended like a turned over table. I no longer know what’s real. Once, there were things I accepted as true, and those bedrock principles were the foundation on which I built my life. But not anymore. It was all a fraud. A farce. An utter failure. I take full responsibility. The blame is mine and mine alone and it is I that must reap the whirlwind of this catastrophic miscalculation. I speak, of course, of ‘Careless Whisper’ by George Michael slash Wham!
It’s a masterpiece. On second thoughts, that might be an understatement. The eighties were an embarrassment of riches when it came to pop music but even then, ‘Careless Whisper’ stands apart. To begin, it has one of the best saxophone riffs of all time. Dramatic, urgent and tragic; the sax motif in Careless Whisper is as addictive as it is instantly recognisable. To this day, it leaps into my head all the time. Whenever I hear a sports report about a ‘careless high tackle’, George Michael’s almighty sax riff starts playing in my mind.
But it’s not the saxophone I misunderstood. It’s the lyrics. For decades, I thought George was saying that ‘gifted feet have got no rhythm’. I knew exactly what he meant. In theory, I am a fabulous dancer. In practice, I have two left feet if both of those feet have been dipped in concrete, doused in an accelerant and then set on fire for good measure. Put another way, my gifted feet have got no rhythm.
The story of a young man whose feet have committed the ultimate act of betrayal, quite possibly resulting in him treading all over the Hush Puppies of his dance floor partner, was tragedy on a grand scale. It was something to which I could relate. As a teenager, my feet let me down all the time; whether I was dancing or simply trying to walk. I was prone to stumbling and tripping when it was least expected and least welcome. My mouth was no better. Gifted though it
was, it had a habit of running away whenever I let it off the leash.
My father is the same. His gifted feet – as small and cloven as they may be – have left him incapable of dancing at all. Most of the times, he refrains. But on those occasions when he lets loose because someone has slipped the David Guetta remix of ‘Sink the Bismarck’ on the stereo, his feet begin a stamping motion that resembles someone trying to extinguish a small fire. George Michael would approve.
But last week, the world as I knew it came crashing down around my ears. I was in the car with Katrina when the song came on. Immediately, I started playing air saxophone (I wasn’t
the one driving – safety first) before joining George on a full-throated rendition of ‘Careless Whisper’. It was during the chorus that she corrected me. Turns out it’s not ‘gifted’ feet but ‘guilty feet’. The song is not, in fact, a lament about not being able to dance but a story of betrayal sung by a protagonist who has ruthlessly two-timed his girlfriend. The cad! No wonder the saxophone sounds upset.
It got me thinking – if I’ve fundamentally misunderstood ‘Careless Whisper’ by George Michael slash Wham! then what else from the eighties have I misconstrued? Probably everything. Instead of hopelessly awkward, was I in fact incredibly suave and sophisticated, the envy of my
peers and strangers alike? Were other people secretly in awe of my homemade acid wash jeans? Granted, at the time they seemed to be a magnet for ridicule, but perhaps this was just a cover for a profound and deep-seated sense of admiration at my ingenuity. (For the record, I don’t recommend DIY acid wash. In short, it stings.) My black four-buckled goblin boots, which were for a time, home to my gifted feet, were actually super cool and did not make me look like Santa’s helper. I wish.
It was inevitable that the song confused me. The tune is, by its nature, an exercise in duality. Impeccably sung by George Michael, back when he had Princess Diana-style hair, it was cowritten by his Wham! band mate, Andrew Ridgeley, but considered by some to be a George Michael solo single. More confusingly still, in some countries it was branded as ‘Wham! featuring George Michael’. I’m not sure how that works when you’re a duo. Of course you’re going to be featured. The band only has two people – you’re both going to be busy.
It mattered not. The label could have read ‘Careless Whisper – a rock opera by the Tooradin Womble Ensemble’ and it would still have sold millions. I’m pretty sure that my time in the eighties is exactly as awkward as I recall. There’s nothing that George Michael or even Wham! featuring George Michael can do to convince me otherwise. Instead, I have to face the altogether more brutal reality that I was completely and utterly wrong about something. For a really, really long time.
Careless Whisper is still a giant of a song. And my gifted feet still have no rhythm. None at all. But that’s all right; I’ve made peace with it now. And as I drift off to a fitful sleep tonight, the sounds of a dramatic saxophone will guide me to my dreams. Sweet dreams are truly made of this. But that is a story for another time. stuart@stuartmccullough.com
Compiled by Cameron McCullough
THE marriage of Mr. Roy Calder (a returned soldier) to Miss Mary Wickes, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wickes, of the Langwarrin store and post office, was celebrated on Wednesday afternoon, June 13, at the Methodist Church, Langwarrin, the Rev. A. E. Wellard officiating at the ceremony.
Mr. Walter Patten was the best man, and the bridesmaid was Miss May Haughton, a cousin of the bride.
The church was beautifully and tastefully decorated for the occasion, for the young couple, though comparatively new residents, had endeared themselves to all classes.
Miss Wickes, for her ready help as a pianist to whatever function such services were need, and Mr. Calder for his patience and successful endeavours to carry on the work of his poultry farm and orchard with only one arm.
Such is the fortunes of war that Mr. Calder returned from that great theatre of human destruction with the loss of his right arm.
Those dread war days have passed, and we hope that Mr. and Mrs. Calder will find their world of life blessed with peace and plenty.
The wedding breakfast was served in the large hall adjoining the store, there being present many guests and relatives.
The usual toasts were given and responded to.
In the evening the hall, which was elaborately decorated, was opened to the public and a social evening was spent, followed by dancing until the “wee sma’ hours” proclaimed that a new day with its many duties was close at hand.
The wedding presents can best be described as numerous, useful and costly, and many cheques were included.
Being a mere male, how can I describe the dresses – such an important item at weddings.
However, I can state that the bride looked charming in her dress of white crepe de chene with georgette overdress; she wore a veil and wreath of orange blossom and carried a bouquet of white streamers.
The bridesmaid’s dress was of creme satin, with georgette overdress, and she carried a bouquet of heliotrope chrysanthemums, heath and asparagus fern with white streamers. ***
ON Saturday evening the packing room of the Red Hill cool store was the scene of a pleasant evening spent in friendly intercourse, intermingled with musical items.
The occasion was the “send-off” and presentation tendered to Mr. H. Prosser, one of our grand old pioneers, who has left our district.
Owing to the extremely unpleasant condition of the weather many friends and admirers of the guest of the evening were unable to attend, but notwithstanding the aforesaid weather a goodly number braved the elements in order to honor Mr. Prosser.
Mr. S. M. Holland, as chairman of the gathering, explained the purpose of the meeting, and also introduced the several speakers, who spoke on behalf of the different local bodies, all of which have benefitted by Mr. Prosser’s experience, enthusiasm and organising ability.
Mr. Haig, on behalf of the cool store directorate, outlined the great work
Mr. Prosser had done to help on that project, of which he was chairman of committee from its inception until his departure from Red Hill.
The president of the Fruitgrowers’ Association (Mr. R. Sheehan) had much to say regarding the active assistance which Mr. Prosser had rendered that body, also emphasising the fact that Mr. Prosser was the producer of that well-known variety of strawberry, the “Sunbeam,” which holds pride of place as a bearer throughout Victoria and Tasmania.
Mr. Calder, in an effective speech, made mention of the great assistance rendered to new settlers by Mr. Prosser. The text of the address was couched in terms of appreciation for all that Mr. Prosser had accomplished to help forward the interests of Red Hill and district, and was signed by the representatives of all the public institutions of the district, also representatives of the residents.
Mr. Prosser, in responding, expressed his great gratitude for the honor which had been accorded him, and assured the gathering that he was always ready to help Red Hill along the path of progress as far as lay in his power.
***
AT last night’s meeting of the Frankston Progress Association the Shire Secretary, Mr. John E. Jones, wrote, acknowledging receipt of the association’s letter, urging that certain Crown lands on Hastings road, Frankston, be permanently reserved for public purposes.
The Council, he said, had adjourned the matter till next meeting, with a view of having the matter fully enquired into.
***
ON Sunday afternoon last, a resident of Essendon, whilst travelling along the Keilor road noticed a man lying on the roadway.
At first he thought him to be intoxicated, but his eyes caught the form of a buckled bicycle, which made him inspect the man more closely.
He was horrified to find that the man was dead.
Beside him lay a bicycle with a broken form and twisted out of shape. A boulder of some considerable size was nearby, and it is evident that he collided with that.
Upon the police searching the body, they identified the unfortunate man as John Frederick Hogg, of Wells Street, Frankston.
The late Mr. Hogg was only 26 years of age, and was a man of kindly disposition and fine physique.
He had been staying with Mr. Jones, with whose daughter he had been keeping company, in Wells Street, and was only recently made a member of the local branch of the Australian Natives’ Association. ***
IT appears that another attack of burglaritis has broken out at Chelsea. This is a serious complaint, and seems prevalent in those localities some distance removed from the main arteries of the town.
Mr. Thompson, local butcher, has had the misfortune to have had two recent attacks, one on Sunday night, June 8, and on Thursday, 12th. inst., leaving himself and family in a very disturbed state of mind, which, by the way, not only describes his household, but also his house.
Mr. Thompson is living in Moray road; his residence facing the beach, and in his absence, his place was broken into on the Sunday in question, between sunset and 10.30pm, for on his return at that time, he discovered his house in disorder, and used matches strewn all over the floors.
On Thursday night, between 10pm and 2.30am the burglars again entered the kitchen whilst the household were asleep, which they left in a disturbed state, but being disappointed in their search for money did not remove any of the household goods.
***
MRS. C. Paxman, of Frankston, who has been on the sick list is now doing well under Dr. Johnson’s care.
***
DURING the early part of this week the condition of Mr Jas. Lambie, whose illness was recorded in recent issues of “The Standard,” caused his family and friends very grave anxiety.
Today we are pleased to learn that the patient is somewhat better. ***
THE 8-year-old son of Mrs. Rogerson met with a painful accident on Wednesday last.
He was chopping at a piece of rope with a table knife and caught the second finger of his left hand, completely severing it.
The little patient was hurried to Dr. Maxwell’s surgery and received necessary treatment. Sympathy will be felt with Mrs. Rogerson, who is always foremost in church and social activities in Frankston.
***
From the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 20 & 22 June 1923
FRANKSTON Bombers picked up a narrow win over Bonbeach on Saturday.
Bonbeach has been struggling this year. They have picked up just one win for the season, but have played better football in recent weeks. The Bombers have their sights set on finals, and came into the match as strong favourites.
Bonbeach came out swinging, and went into the quarter-time break ahead by five points. The Bombers hit back in the second quarter, and led by four at half-time.
After another close quarter, Bonbeach took back a two point lead heading into the final term.
Despite some inaccurate kicking, the Bombers managed to fight off Bonbeach to claim the win. They held the Sharks to just one goal in the final quarter, which helped them score an eight point win 8.16 (64) to 8.8 (56).
Jarrad Grant was the Bombers’ best. He scored four goals for the afternoon.
The win put the Bombers into third place.
Reigning premiers Frankston YCW picked up a big win at home last weekend. They defeated Langwarrin 15.12 (102) to 8.6 (54).
A seven-goal final quarter blitz saw Pines defeat Mt Eliza at Emil Madsen
Reserve on Saturday.
The Pythons trailed the Redlegs by 12 points at three-quarter-time. A dominant final term saw Pines take the lead and eventually, the win. The final scoreboard read Mt Eliza 9.13 (67) to Pines 12.11 (83).
Russell Gabriel and Shane Savage were Pines’ best. Savage booted four goals.
LADDER leaders Karingal picked up where they left off in their return from the bye last weekend. Undefeated Karingal traveled to take on Hastings on Saturday. Both sides were well rested after a week off.
Hastings looked like they might
score a big upset in the first half. They led by four points at half time.
A dominant five-goals-to-zero third term put the game to bed. Karingal led by 26 at three-quarter-time, and didn’t let Hastings get back into the game.
The Bulls ended up winning 4.9 (33) to 9.6 (60). Sean Hewitt and Jake Hewitt were The Blues’ best.
Devon Meadows had to do it the hard way, but they managed to defeat fellow finals contender EdithvaleAspendale on Saturday.
Edi-Asp raced out of the gates with a seven-goal first quarter. They led the Panthers by 28 at quarter-time.
Devon Meadows settled in the second quarter, and by three-quartertime had whittled the lead back to a
goal.
A dominant final quarter saw Devon Meadows take the lead, and take the points.
Devon Meadows came from behind to beat Edithvale-Aspendale 12.11 (83) to 10.10 (70). Former AFL star Paddy Ryder contributed six goals to the scoreboard for the victors.
Pearcedale kept their finals hopes alive with a hard-fought win over Crib Point on Saturday.
Mornington were dominant last weekend. They smashed Rye by nearly 80 points at Alexandra Park. Somerville and Tyabb also picked up wins on Saturday. They defeated Chelsea and Seaford respectively.
JASON Symonds is the new senior coach of State 5 outfit Rosebud and Stan Packer is his assistant.
They replace Paul Truman who suddenly stepped down as head coach just over a week ago.
Rosebud was second on the ladder when Truman quit.
He told the club of his decision after the shock 3-2 home loss to secondbottom Pakenham United on 10 June.
Rosebud spent the next 72 hours trying to convince Truman to reconsider but his mind was made up.
“Over the past five or six weeks –probably after the loss to Hampton Park and the draw with Seaford –the players started questioning the way we were playing and performances weren’t as good after that,” Truman said.
“I felt there was a mistranslation of what I was trying to get across and in the end I felt I needed to do something not the players.
“Maybe part of the problem is dealing with a generation that doesn’t always handle the truth very well but in the end it was purely my decision (to quit).
“Nobody at the club wanted me to leave and I’d like to think that in some small way I contributed to where we’d got to (on the ladder).”
Truman’s assistant Peter McLoughlin will continue in that role under new head coach Symonds.
Both Symonds and Packer are life members of Rosebud and have been welcomed back with open arms.
“It’s nice to come back to the club where I started as a kid in 1974,” Symonds said.
“There’s some good young talent to work with which gives the club a lot of hope for the future.
“We also need to ensure that our senior experienced lads stay as they are so important in organising and encouraging the younger players on the pitch.
“We’ve also signed two young guys in Reilly Saffin, a right winger from Somerville and Gianluca Avian, a defender or midfielder from Mornington.”
Packer had been assisting Bryce Ruthven at State 5 rival Mount Eliza but major ankle surgery meant he had been unable to attend most training sessions and wasn’t at many matches.
After meeting with Symonds and Rosebud last Tuesday Packer phoned Ruthven to tell him of his decision.
“Gary Talbot the junior TD has
been assisting me so I’ll likely just keep it that way for the remainder of the season,” Ruthven said.
The Symonds-Packer era got off to a positive start with a 2-1 victory over Mentone at Olympic Park on Saturday evening.
It was a tight and tough contest in slippery conditions with Jakob Markulin starring for a young Rosebud side with a goal in each half.
In other State 5 fixtures league leader Hampton Park United snatched a late equaliser in Saturday’s 2-2 draw with Mount Martha at Civic Reserve.
Hampton Park led 1-0 at half-time but Mount Martha captain Howie Anderson equalised two minutes into the second half when Hampton keeper Jack Lindsay dropped the ball.
Jaden Tabener slid in at back post to meet a Mitch Hawkins cross in the 74th minute to give the home side the lead but Munib Mohamed grabbed a scrappy equaliser right on full-time.
Second-placed Aspendale proved too strong for a depleted Mount Eliza
running out a comfortable 5-0 victor at home on Saturday.
Dom Paul (4) and Noah Berends scored for the home side to maintain its promotion push.
Sam Luxford and Michael Nobbs debuted for Seaford United in a 7-1 hammering of Pakenham United at North Seaford Reserve on Saturday. Both midfielders signed last week from Casey Comets.
Seaford’s scorers were Josh Vega (2), Esmat Ehsani (2), Luke Murray, Corey Osorio and Brahian Valdez.
In NPL2 news Langwarrin had a convincing 4-2 win over visitors Brunswick City on Friday night.
Archie Macphee’s penalty and a sliding near post touch from Brad Blumenthal to a cross from the right gave the Lawton Park outfit a 2-0 half-time lead.
Lisandro Paz finished well from a ball over the top of the Langy defence in the 61st minute but 10 minutes later the goal of the match from Tom Youngs let home fans breathe easier.
One-touch football ended with Blumenthal volleying the ball to Youngs whose pinpoint strike after cutting inside an opponent gave Brunswick keeper Nikola Kostadinoski no chance.
A Macphee free kick in the 79th minute ended Brunswick’s fading hopes and although Lucas Oliviera made it 4-2 in the 86th minute Langwarrin remained in control.
In State 1 news Mornington strolled to a 6-0 home win over a depleted Casey Comets at Dallas Brooks Park on Saturday.
A mass player exodus prompted by problems with match payments forced the visitors into a heavily revamped line-up.
The Seagulls led 1-0 at half-time thanks to a Shaun Kenny goal but overran their opponent in the second half with an own goal from Casey’s Jaweed Ahmadi, a brace for Rory Currie, an Adam Hester headed goal and a David Stirton strike.
In State 2 news Skye United lost 1-0 at home to Frankston Pines in Friday night’s derby.
Kaspar Fry’s penalty in the 31st minute settled the issue but the decision was controversial and Pines coach Kevin “Squizzy” Taylor described it as “very, very soft”.
Skye made seven changes from the previous match while Pines featured two debutants in US midfielder Nick Santhiago and goalkeeper Ryan Ramsden.
Regular Pines keeper Colby Jones had surgery last week after suffering a finger injury but should be back in action shortly.
Ex-Seaford United custodian Ramsden was signed from Queensland club Caboolture and was in the thick of the action against Skye especially in the second half while Santhiago’s class was evident.
Pines also have signed midfielder Masaki Shimazaki from Beaumaris and he will be available this week.
Peninsula Strikers moved into the top half of the table with a 4-1 away win against Mooroolbark on Saturday.
Two minutes in and an Andy McIntyre volley following a Huss Chehimi corner put the visitors ahead but the Barkers levelled just before halftime.
Two minutes after the break an Ahmed Tabbara cross found Cooper Andrews whose initial volley struck a defender but Andrews buried the rebound to make it 2-1.
The Tabbara-Andrews combination
struck again in the 55th minute when Andrews’ side-footed volley connected with a low Tabbara cross to make it 3-1.
The emphatic away win was sealed in the 65th minute when Huss Chehimi set up Riley Anderton and the Kiwi striker made no mistake from close range.
In State 4 news both Somerville and Baxter lost ground to league leader White Star Dandenong last weekend.
White Star beat Somerville 3-1 at Tyabb while Baxter left Spring Street Reserve with a 2-0 loss at the hands of a well-organised Sandringham.
Conor Mcfall’s 23rd minute freekick gave Somerville a 1-0 half-time lead but White Star’s class shone through in the second half.
Chelsea lost 4-2 at home against Endeavour United on Friday night.
Poor defending allowed the visitors to go 3-0 up after 21 minutes.
But Chelsea hit back through Piers Brelsford’s free-kick in the 39th minute and when Diego Herrera made it 3-2 in the 77th minute it was game on.
Chelsea bossed the second half and Harry Parker missed a gilt-edged chance to level late in the match only for Endeavour to break forward and seal the deal in the 93rd minute.
Friday 3 June, 8.30pm:
Frankston Pines v Hampton East Brighton, Monterey Reserve
Pakenham Utd v Aspendale, IYU Recreation Reserve
Saturday 24 June, 3pm:
Langwarrin v Pascoe Vale, Lawton Park
Bentleigh Utd Cobras v Mornington, Victory Park
Skye Utd v Brandon Park, Skye Recreation Reserve
Mazenod v Peninsula Strikers, Brandon Park Reserve
Baxter v White Star Dandenong, Baxter Park
Noble Park v Somerville Eagles, Norman Luth Reserve
Lyndale Utd v Chelsea, Lyndale Secondary College
Mentone v Seaford Utd, Mentone Grammar
Casey Panthers v Rosebud, Prospect Hill Reserve
Bunyip District v Mount Eliza, Heatherbrae Recreation Reserve Mount Martha BYE
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