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KITE Flying in Australia isn’t as well practiced as it is in many Asian countries but perhaps it should be. After all, Australia’s historical association with kite flying is quite remarkable. It includes the likes of Lawrence Hargrave, previously featured on our $20 note, who gave The Wright brothers the right idea when he invented the box kite in late 1800s and helped them discover the secrets of flight.

As special guest of India’s Gajurat Tourism, Peninsula locals Jo and Trent Baker, were part of a 30 strong international delegation that recently participated in an all-expenses paid tour of Gajurat kicking off with the International Kite Flying Festival of Ahmedabad.

They’ve been invited as dignitaries to kite festivals all over the world including: China, India, Guam, Kuwait, United States, Thailand, Cambodia and Bali.

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Bid to stunt growth of ‘garden estate’ Liz Bell liz@mpnews.com.au RESIDENTS of a historicallysignificant “garden” suburb in Mt Eliza have launched a legal challenge to protect the character of the estate amid fears protection overlays are being watered down.

The Ranelagh Residents Association has lodged an appeal with the Victorian Civil and Administrative and Tribunal over a planning application for a multi-storey house in Rendlesham Av. Houses in the tightly-held bayside Ranelagh Estate, a 1920s, 800-lot residential subdivision designed as a “seaside garden estate” by American landscape architect Walter Burley Griffin, are subject to covenants that allow one dwelling on each allotment to retain the neighbourhood character and prevent over-development.

But the association’s members are angry that the suburb’s unique character and heritage values are being eroded as older houses are demolished and Mornington Peninsula Shire allows new, larger houses that go against Griffin’s original vision for “unassuming houses that are embedded in natural landscape” .

Association president Victoria Grounds, who co-wrote the book Ranelagh A Special Place, and whose father Sir Roy Grounds (1905-1981) designed some of Australia’s finest properties, said development was happening all over the estate, often with “no thought” to protecting the neighbourhood character.

“This is not in the middle of the western suburbs, but the mantra of developers seems to be build it, sell it, move on.”

Another resident and former councillor, Leigh Eustace, said the trend to bigger houses, with little or no space for a garden, was changing the character of some parts of the estate.

RANELAGH Estate residents Victoria Grounds and Leigh Eustace want developers and the council to take more notice of the estate’s heritage significance.

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“It is critical that the council observes the integrity of the Walter Burley Griffin concept for the estate, it is heritage listed and one of only two in the state,” he said.

The “garden suburb” was a product of early Melbourne planning reforms with a street pattern that broke the hegemony of a grid, discouraged through-traffic, and plenty of land for parks and gardens and other public uses. In 2005, Ranelagh was listed on the Victorian Heritage Register as a significant example of the design, with its “distinctive long curved roads, recreation reserves, internal reserves, communal facilities and “spacious triangular traffic islands”.

The emphasis on retaining the

natural environment and principles of space and community were described as “ahead of their time”.

In 1997, it was classified by the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) and is listed as an “indicative place” on the Australian Heritage Database.

Despite attempts by developers in the past few decades to carve up the larger blocks for multi-dwellings, the estate has retained much of its original seaside resort character and “country club” feel. It is home to the Ranelagh Club, which promotes its “private access to the beach, a range of sporting and leisure activities and a vibrant club house”.

Ms Grounds, an architect, said the association’s VCAT appeal is based

on several grounds, including that the Rendlesham development being “inappropriate” and contradicts the shire’s own planning scheme framework and the design and development overlay (DDO3).

The application contends that the development will result in “visual bulk”, which is contrary to the neighbourhood character of the area and “will irrevocably alter the character of the area”.

Ms Grounds said the association wanted to raise the profile of the estate’s cultural and heritage significance so that residents, developers and council recognised the need to “respect” the estate’s heritage values, one of only two Griffin designed in

Melbourne. The shire produced a conservation management plan for the estate in 2009, which recognised Griffin’s plans for the Ranelagh Estate to be “the ideal of community living”.

It noted that the trend toward larger houses and the “cumulative” effect of development and vegetation loss had caused a loss of some of its original character as a seaside resort and country club estate.

Mornington Peninsula Shire did not respond to requests for comment.

Ms Grounds will give a talk on the history of the Ranelagh Estate at Mornington Library, 2pm Wednesday 22 March. The talk will feature stories from the book, Ranelagh: A special Place.

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Minister yet to roll on skatepark plan Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au STATE Planning Minister Richard Wynne is now the deciding factor in whether or not a skateboard park is built close to Mt Martha Tennis club’s courts.

Mr Wynne has been asked to approve changes to the Mornington Peninsula planning scheme enabling the shire to compulsory recover land it has leased to the tennis club until December 2023.

The shire’s property and strategy manager Yasmin Woods expects to get the all clear to advertise the proposed planning scheme change “in the next two to three months”.

The shire’s grand plan for a $825,000 skatepark on the former parade ground came to a halt when it was realised the chosen site – approved by Heritage Victoria – was leased to the tennis club.

“All changes to the Mornington Peninsula planning scheme require the Minister for Planning to give us the approval to begin the process to amend the planning scheme,” Ms Woods said last week in response to inquiries from The News.

“In this instance, the planning scheme is required to be amended to introduce a public acquisition overlay to the land in order to allow council to acquire the land required for the skate park.”

The skatepark has been problematic since being added to the shire’s major projects list in 2012.

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Hot music THE Hot Flushes are coming back to the peninsula, with a show at Mornington Library on Thursday 2 March.

The female vocal quartet caters performs a range of music, from show tunes and popular music from the 1930s to the 1970s. No bookings required. Details of library events: ourlibrary.mornpen.vic.gov.au

Welsh style KIRKS Hotel on the Esplanade in Mornington vibrated with the sound of Welsh music in the traditional style with more than 200 people attended the Australian Welsh Male Choir inaugural ‘singing in the pub’ event last Wednesday. As well as traditional favourites such as Calon Lan and Gwahoddiad, the choir sang their own song composed by musical director Tom Buchanon, The Male Voice Choir Anthem.

The choir is on three-week tour of Asia, taking in Taiwan, China and Hong Kong. The next pub session will be Wednesday 29 March, 8pm.

Pound petition Stalled: An artist’s impression of the $825,000 skatepark Mornington Peninsula Shire has planned next Mt Martha Tennis Club’s courts.

combining for a successful outcome is more easily obtained for a skateboarder taking a vertical drop than for the planning department to clear the way for the skatepark near Mt Martha House at the corner of the Esplanade and Kilburn Grove.

Nine months ago, after councillors became aware of the problem with the lease, they were also told that it could only be revoked “by agreement”.

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The tennis club continued to refuse to give up its rights to the land and the council was forced to seek the minister’s help.

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by Heritage Victoria in 2015, three years after being endorsed by council.

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No explanation was given as to why Heritage Victoria would approve a skatepark but not a tennis court.

Ms Woods said it was not possible to estimate how much compensation the shire would have to pay the club under the act.

MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire is considering a 1300-signature petition calling on it to modify the way it manages the animal shelter in Watt Rd. The petition was more the work of Rosie Fisher – rather than Doris Campbell as reported in The News 28/2/17 (“Shire pussyfoots around cat issues”) – and was presented to the council at its recent meeting.

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Clean & Green peninsula

We’re running a series of consultations about how we can protect our clean, green and natural environment. We’d like to know about how we can support you to reduce your carbon emissions and prepare you to handle changing environmental conditions.

Have your say Complete a survey before 21 March.

Tell us your ideas at the yellow chatterbox trailer popping up in your area.

Attend a fun, interactive workshop. mornpen.vic.gov.au/cleanandgreen

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Climate action

The next four-year Council Plan proposal will soon be on exhibition. The Council Plan 2017– 2021 is being developed from the 2,000+ responses to our Your Peninsula 2021 community engagement in late 2016.

Check our website or local papers from late March to find out how you can read and have your say on the plan. mornpen.vic.gov.au/councilplan

Talk about transport We’re looking for local residents who are interested in taking an active role in improving transport options on the peninsula. Help us identify current and emerging issues relating to transport and explore innovative solutions in partnership with key stakeholders. rita.kontos@mornpen.vic.gov.au mornpenvic.gov.au/TCAAG

Improving our townships

Did you know we are aligned with the world’s largest coalition of city leaders addressing climate change? The Compact of Mayors holds us accountable to achieve our Carbon Neutral Policy. mornpen.vic.gov.au/climatechange

Animal registration renewals Pet registration is due by 10 April so it’s not too late to make sure they’re registered with us. We know you love your pets so microchipping and registering your dog or cat greatly improves their chances of being returned to you if they become lost. Registration helps provide important services including leash-free areas, education to prevent dog attacks and responsible pet ownership. mornpen.vic.gov.au/petregistration

Kindergarten registration now open Our registration for 2018 is now open and will close on 2 July. To register for three and four year old kindergarten, complete an online registration form. mornpen.vic.gov.au/kindergartenregistration

Around the peninsula Lights by DreamWorks

International tennis

Seawinds: Crs Simon Brooks, Antonella Celi, Frank Martin

Briars: Crs Rosie Clark, Sam Hearn, Bev Colomb

DreamWorks has chosen Rosebud foreshore as its destination of choice in an Australian-first exhibition. Lights by DreamWorks is a large-scale interactive lantern experience running from 25 March – 30 April. Marvel at more than 100 of DreamWorks’ characters brought to life. mornpen.vic.gov.au/dreamworks

Come see the next wave of female tennis superstars as they compete in back-to-back tournaments at the Mornington Tennis Centre, located at Civic Reserve Recreation Centre, 350 Dunns Road Mornington. Players compete for over $50,000 in prize money and entry is free for all spectators.

Tournament 1: 20 – 26 March Tournament 2: 27 March – 2 April. morningtontenniscentre.com.au

Rye goes green Nepean: Crs Bryan Payne, Hugh Fraser

Environmental Upgrade Agreements have been signed for the Best Western One Four Nelson and Rye Hotel. The agreements provide businesses with low-interest loans to make Nepean Ward environmental upgrades. EUAs are open to all commercial property owners and aim to improve operating costs, carbon footprint and support employment on the peninsula. mornpen.vic.gov.au/enviro-upgrades

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MP Produce at the Red Hill Show Red Hill: Cr David Gill

From 10am, Saturday 11 March, food writer Richard Cornish and wine writer Max Allen will lead a series of cooking demonstrations and cider tastings featuring Mornington Peninsula Produce (MPP) by Benton Rise Farm, Peninsula Avocados, Harts farm, Mock Orchards, 7 Oaks cider and more.

Clairmont Close playground Watson: Cr Julie Edge

The construction of a new playground in Somerville is soon to start.

Elements will include a flying fox, swings, climbing cube and other equipment.

Works are due to be completed by May.

Bittern roundabout improvements Cerberus: Cr Kate Roper

Road safety improvement works have begun at the roundabout intersection of South Beach Road and Disney Street in Bittern to reduce approach speeds. The project is being funded through the Australian Government’s Black Spot program.

Our Community Placemaking Grants close on Wednesday 29 March. Placemaking engages our local community to be proactive in identifying positive ways to improve our townships. The grants program supports community-led initiatives that align to our strategic goals.

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Age Well Don’t miss out on your free copy of our Positive Ageing Newsletter: Ageing Well on the Mornington Peninsula.

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Events 11 March Annual Fete, Dromana Catholic Church 11 March Red Hill Show 12 March Rosebud Kite Festival, Rosebud Foreshore 12 March Wellbeing Market, Balnarring Community Hall 12 March Peninsula Piers and Pinots, Flinders Foreshore 12 March 50th Anniversary, Dromana Secondary College 13 March Bay Challenge, Dromana Foreshore 13 March Somerville Family Day, Fruit Growers Reserve 17 – 19 March AARCMCC Victoria State Titles Graham Myers Reserve 17 – 18 March Vision Australia Expo, Rosebud Memorial Hall 18 March Psychic & Wellbeing Festival, Mount Eliza Community Centre 18 March Emu Plains Market, Balnarring Racecourse 18 March Sharpy’s Beer Run, 365 Purves Road Main Ridge 18 – 19 March Western Port Equestrian Navigation Ride, Red Hill Recreation Reserve 19 March Neighbour Day 2017, Tootgarook Primary School 19 March Kids Fun Run with K163, Moorooduc Railway Station 20 – 23 March Environment Week, The Briars 21 March Accessing e-commerce markets workshop Mooroduc Coolstores, Mooroduc bit.ly/2h2ME3v 21 March Market diversification workshop Dandenong, bit.ly/2fy3Vkx 23 March 10th Anniversary Celebration, Rosebud Plaza Shopping Centre 25 March Country Fair, Crib Point Primary School 26 March Hot Rod & Classic Car Show, Hastings Football Club 26 March MY Mount Eliza Run & Fun Festival, Emil Madsen Reserve 26 – 27 March Melbourne Coastrek 2017, Cape Schanck to Point Nepean Quarantine Station 28 March Managing Risk – Tools and resources to help manage your organisation better. Mornington Peninsula Shire, Queen St, Mornington. bit.ly/2lfwx87 8 April Western Port Craft Expo, Hastings Uniting Church 8 April Ruby’s Ride n Roll, Mornington Peninsula 9 April Harcourts Hastings Easter Egg Hunt, Hastings Foreshore For a full list of all markets and events mornpen.vic.gov.au/events Information is correct at time of printing.

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Boy stung by ray and bike thieves Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au A BOY attending a Rosebud foreshore camp got a painful surprise when stung by a stingray, then a worse one when he discovered his prize Pilgrim BMX bike had been stolen while he was receiving treatment.

Mornington boy James Gardner, 12, was enjoying the camp’s activities and standing knee-deep in the bay when he was stung.

“He got such a fright and it really hurt him,”

THE now out of production BMX bike stolen from a school camp at Rosebud.

his mother Fifi Gardner said.

“He started yelling to the other kids to watch out because he didn’t know what it was and, by the time he got back to shore, he was beside himself.

“Although the wound was only small the pain escalated due to the toxins released.”

But worse was to come. While being attended by the camp organisers, his bike and six others belonging to children at the camp were also stolen.

Next morning, a group of James’s mates walking near a nearby skatepark saw several boys attempting to sell the stolen bikes to skaters.

They ran back to the camp and told some parents, which led to James’s dad, Jeff, and another father confronting the thieves in an effort to get the bikes back.

After a bit of verbal jousting, they were only able to retrieve four of the six bikes, with James’s two-year-old bike among those still missing.

“My son is heartbroken as he saved for two years on his own for this bike,” Ms Gardner said.

“The Pilgrim BMX is no longer in production so cannot be purchased anymore.

“My son is recovering well but what a lowlife act.

“We are desperate to find it or have it surrendered.”

Rosebud police are investigating the bike thefts and anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.

The art of exploration MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire’s regional gallery at Mornington is hosting a range of exhibitions until 30 April.

Artist TextaQueen has developed a reputation for portraits that explore gender, race and identity through the medium of textas. Her work, created over 15 years, reflects on how visual and popular culture informs personal identity.

The exhibition also features new works created while TextaQueen was on a month-long artist-in-residency at the Police Point, Portsea, artist residency cottage managed by the shire.

Plan A / Plan B – the fanciful world of Stephen Mushin, brings together works on paper, 3D models and installation that reflect the challenges of the future and encourage people to think more creatively about the way they live in the world.

Disabled artist Matthew Clarke’s vibrant and colourful Wallabies Republic is the his second largest painting. Clarke draws on themes of environmentalism, with wind farms and wallabies with over-layered personalities.

Details: mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au

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In she goes: New pilot boat “Hellyer” is lowered into the water at Mornington before its voyage to Tasmania. Picture: Gary Sissons

‘Unsinkable’ pilot boat takes early morning dip EARLY risers got a glimpse of Hart Marine’s newest high performance pilot boat as it was transported by lowloader to Mornington boat harbour, 5am, Tuesday 28 February.

The $2.5 million self-righting composite design will work out of the port of Burnie in Tasmania.

Its wide hull, wave-piercing “beak” bow, oversized rudders, and spacious side decks combine to allow easy pilot transfer while steaming alongside

slowly moving ships. The wheelhouse is suspended from the hull to reduce noise and vibration, easing crew fatigue.

“Hellyer” – named after a region in north-west Tasmania – took 70 Hart boat-builders 10 months to complete.

It is the 17th in a line which began when the Yuilles Rd, Mornington, company joined with French naval architects Pantocarene to create an “unsinkable” pilot boat. The request

came from Port Phillip Sea Pilots after a tragedy off Queenscliff in 1991 when three pilots died during a storm.

Hart general manager Graeme Taylor says the boats have far surpassed performance expectations and are in high demand all over Australia, New Zealand and South-East Asia.

The voyage across Bass Strait to Burnie is a doddle for this design: a sister ship recently sailed to Perth over six days.

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Home grown lessons on living with nature Liz Bell liz@mpnews.com.au FOR Mt Martha residents Tony and Leeanne O’Connor, the Mornington Peninsula’s natural environment and abundance of wildlife are the jewels in its crown.

The O’Connors have rejected the lure of the development dollar and the temptation to keep up with the Jones’s to create a sustainable lifestyle and wildlife haven on their five-acre property.

Since buying their bare block 17 years ago, the O’Connors have transformed it into a sustainable habitat, complete with a wetland, vegetable and fruit gardens, and nature corridors.

With limited funds and a passion for sustainability and recycling, Tony built his own mud-brick, solar-passive house using hardwood timbers from an old bridge in East Gippsland and mud from the heavy clay soil found around the property.

The wetland teeming with birdlife is another example of Tony’s resourcefulness, and was created by offering developers a place to dump unwanted soil in return for the use of their earth-moving equipment. The wetland, filled with run-off water, now provides a backdrop to the O’Connors’ property, and is testament to the couple’s commitment to returning the land to nature.

Not content with just replanting his own 2.2 hectacre block, Tony’s vision for a greener peninsula rubbed off on Mornington Peninsula Shire

TOM O’Connor wants to share his knowledge about the environment and encourage others to turn their properties into sustainable wildlife habitats. Picture: Yanni

which supplied trees to revegetate the entire street, while Tony and his neighbours provided the manpower.

Now Tony is keen to share his knowledge and appreciation of nature with the next generation, and has a vision to get schools involved in teaching students to connect with the natural world.

A part-time teacher himself, he runs programs for primary schools in his spare time that get young people involved in creating wildlife environ-

ments along Balcombe Creek, and working with a men’s shed to make wildlife boxes for birds, possums and sugar gliders.

“These programs enable schoolchildren to feel that they are personally helping to create a whole new natural environment, and I feel lucky that we can offer our land to help them do that,” he said.

“I have a vision of fostering an interest in the environment that’s not connected with development or

money, and I can use my land to show people that they can do it and how to do it.”

Tony, who heads the local Landcare group and is part of the Balcombe Estuary Reserves Group, Berg, also has plans to work with the community to create specialist habitat areas and walking trails beyond the property.

He will give an informative “ramble” on his environmental pursuits for the Berg community session, “Sustainable living in the heart of Mt

Martha”, 4-6pm Saturday 25 March.

The session will include a sausage sizzle, and the opportunity to follow Tony on an informal tour of his house, veggie plot and orchard, see the wetland and protected areas, and walk to nearby Balcombe Creek to check out his work with local schools.

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Man of letters turns to books Liz Bell liz@mpnews.com.au FOR Mt Martha resident, father of three and Melbourne firefighter Rob Newton, the path to becoming an author was anything but conventional.

It started innocently a few years ago with a series of funny, lively and “embellished” letters about his life to his brother Chris, in Sweden. It soon spiralled into a whole lot more, as Chris and his friends became intrigued with the crazy made-up tales Rob was spinning and egged him on to send monthly “instalments”.

“I was never very good at writing letters, so I just started making things up and the stories just grew and grew,” Newton said.

After more encouragement, Newton tried his hand at something more substantial and, drawing on personal experience of his brother's dyslexia at school, ended up finishing a novel about a boy with learning difficulties.

His first book, My Name is Will Thompson, drew instant praise, and so came seven more novels aimed at young adults readers.

His gift for tackling difficult subjects but infusing his stories with a sense of hope was firmly cemented when one of his next books, When We Were Two, won the 2012 Prime Minister's Literary Award for Young Adult Fiction.

Writing might seem disconnected

from fighting fires, but Newton sees the parallels clearly.

“I guess I feel lucky in that I try to write from the heart, and I think drawing on some personal experience is good because it resonates with readers,” he said. ”There is a connection between my life as a firefighter and my life as a writer, because they both are unpredictable and challenging, and when I sit down to write I never really know what I'm going to get, just like going to work.”

Newton's eighth book, Mr Romanov's Garden in the Sky, is slightly more confronting, but also draws on personal experience and has been described as “heartfelt, evocative and compelling”.

The novel is based on a true event few years ago on the 10th floor of an inner-city public housing flat, where a young woman was discovered lying in the corridor, dying from a drug overdose. Newton was on call and arrived with his crew before the ambulance to find a scared young girl wearing pink pyjamas, sobbing and carefully holding her dying mother's hand. That image haunted him for years and, while he never found out what happened to the little girl, the book puts the mystery to rest and is as cathartic for Newton as it is absorbing to read.

Mr Romanov's Garden in the Sky was released on Monday 27 February through Penguin Australia.

Paddler dies AN 84-year-old man found underneath his upturned paddle board 200 metres off the Rye sailing club, Wednesday 1 March, could not be revived.

The man, a father of three from Rye, was brought to shore by two jet skiers who unsuccessfully tried CPR, at about 11am.

Sergeant Paul Dickson, of Rosebud police, said there were no suspicious circumstances in the man’s death, which had earlier been reported as a “medical incident”.

The Water Police will prepare a report for the coroner.

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HOW to raise young boys into healthy young men is the topic to be discussed at The Good Blokes Breakfast, 7am, Monday 20 March, at Safety Beach Sailing Club.

Speakers include AFL head of partnership Blair Crouch, Victoria Police Acting Inspector Dean Clinton, Peninsula Grammar’s Chris Menage and Melbourne Men’s Group president David Mallard.

Everyone is invited to the Q&A panel session which will include videos, posters, resources, stories and events, training, blogs, interactive conversations and “anything else the blokes think might be of benefit”, organiser Lisa Gray said.

“There are so many amazing men of all ages who might want to tell their stories, share their experiences, help out their mates, and show their sons and fathers that they love them.

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Visit Heronswood’s Harvest Festival CELEBRATE Heronswood’s Homegrown Harvest Festival at the home of heirloom seeds and taste test winners on Saturday March 11 and Sunday March 12, from 9am till 5pm.

Come along over a magical weekend and see the brand new garden shop built on the same site of the old thatched-roof building that once housed the restaurant and offices, which were burnt down in the January 2014 bushfire.

Be inspired to grow your own heirloom fruit, vegetables and gorgeous flowers when you visit the stunning setting of Heronswood Historic House and Gardens and make time to also come and check out our new purpose-built garden shop and plant nursery.

Join the Diggers team for an inspirational weekend of free mini- workshops on success with seeds and garlic, guided tours of Heronswood gardens, tomato taste tests and browse local produce and artisan stalls.

Relax on the pool lawn and choose from the harvest menu matched to local wines, handcrafted beer and cider and local coffee and cakes too good to resist.

There’s fabulous mini workshops including ‘Success with growing from seeds’, ‘How to plant a wildflower meadow’, and ‘Growing garlic’.

And discover the amazing flavours of real tomatoes at the Heirloom Tomato Taste Test from 11am - 2pm daily.

Free guided garden tours will take place twice a day at 11am and 2pm.

Kids will love the free Little Diggers kid’s activities on seed sowing, planting, painting pots Sunday only from 11am-2pm.

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NEWS DESK MORNINGTON Peninsula District scouts and cubs were well prepared for their annual regatta at Sorrento. Despite inclement weather which prevented the sail boats going in the water, cubs and scouts from all over the peninsula had a great day with canoe and kayak races and beach activities.

The scout district comprises 12 scout groups from Mt Eliza to Sorrento, and has 750 uniform members and dozens of support personnel.

District commissioner Tina Bennett said scouting was open to girls and boys aged 6-26.

Ms Bennett said scouting encouraged team building, leadership, initiative and independence, while “at the same time having fun”.

Inquiries: Tina Bennett 0409 131 489.

The regatta is held each year as close as possible to 22 February, the birthday of the Scouts founder, Robert Baden-Powell.

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Seeing red over Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au BEAUTY is in the eye of the beholder, and the bright blue colour scheme of Morgan’s fish and chippery in Sorrento is no exception.

Owner Julian Gerner, who says he received the go ahead for his chosen colour scheme from Mornington Peninsula Shire council last year, thinks it is attractive.

“The colour is part of the branding of the fishand-chip shop,” he said.

“I’ve spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on the trading space yet people choose to focus on my painting it a certain colour. Taste is subjective.”

Mr Gerner said he had a permit to paint the “whole facade of the shop”.

But others in the town are incredulous, with new Nepean ward councillor Bryan Payne saying the paintwork is “another blight on the heritage

Colour bar: The bright blue paintwork of Morgan’s fish and chippery on the Sorrento foreshore. Picture: Yanni

buildings in Sorrento”.

“The town has quite a few heritage-listed buildings and we need to preserve them,” he said.

“Everyone in Sorrento feels the same way.”

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chip shop’s blue The paint job has also drawn the ire of Sorrento Historical Society and Nepean Conservation Group. Member Frank Hindley said it was apparent the council had made an error in issuing a permit for the paint job in January last year.

“It is well-known and generally understood that Sorrento’s heritage buildings should not be painted – especially not limestone buildings,” he said.

“The paint is very damaging to the limestone.”

He said the permit showed the “complete ignorance” of the shire’s planning officers.

Resident Ken Hailes said “dozens of individuals had submitted formal complaints to the shire which may lead to legal action to have the paint removed”.

He said this would be expensive as the paint had soaked into the limestone.

Mr Gerner said the bright blue paint covers secondary rendered limestone on the façade, not the original solid limestone of the building which has previously been a mortuary, Melbourne Sports

depot agency, saddlery and hardware store. It was listed as the original No. 15 in the old Sorrento phone book.

“I treat my association with heritage very seriously,” he said.

“I would not paint raw limestone. This has been rendered and it’s more of a bagging; you can see two layers of old paint on it.

“There’s been absolutely no contact between blue paint and raw limestone.”

Brad Morgan, whose great-great grandfather built the shop, conceded Mr Gerner had received a permit to paint over rendered brickwork: “The council has buggered it up.”

“The planning department said it was supposed to look like the Mediterranean [but] I told them that Sorrento’s not the Mediterranean.”

Cr Payne said he was “still waiting” for the shire’s planning department to explain why the permit was issued.

“The exact details are in dispute,” he said. “The lawyers are looking at it now.”

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Aero club seeks shire backing for helipad

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TYABB Aero Club wants Mornington Peninsula Shire Council to pay $100,000 for a helipad at the Stuart Rd airfield.

The club will contribute $25,000 towards the project.

Vice-president Jack Vevers said the planned helipad would be used by emergency services crews, such as the air ambulance, firefighting services, and police helicopters.

“We are fortunate that we can provide the land and facilities for these helicopters,” he said.

“It’s a good thing for the community.

“Our application is still going through, but we are hopeful we will get approval soon.”

The February edition of the Tyabb & District Ratepayers & Environment Group’s newsletter says the state government has already refused a similar application for a grant now being considered by the shire.

“So if the state has refused why should we, the residents, have to pay?” the group’s president Stefan Berson stated in the newsletter.

Meanwhile, the aero club has denied rumours it was moving to become a Mornington Peninsula base for small jet aircraft.

Mr Vevers said an application to the council to store jet fuel at the airfield may be behind the misunderstanding. He said the fuel was for refilling helicopters – not jet planes.

“There is no way we could have jets here,” he said.

“It would be physically impossible for jets to land or take off, and also our permit with the council does not allow it.”

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A NEW 187-kilometre pipeline bringing crude oil and condensate from Esso’s plants at Longford in Gippsland to Long Island Point at Hastings is nearly finished.

“The pipeline is a critical piece of infrastructure that will allow the continued delivery of crude oil and condensate, and will also ensure that natural gas from our offshore Gippsland operations continues to flow to households and businesses,” spokesman Travis Parnaby said.

Construction began in January last year and, so far, 176 kilometres of the 187 kilometre pipeline has been laid. The pipes are visible from Frankston-Flinders Rd on the way to Hastings from Tyabb.

Construction is expected to be end mid-year with the pipeline being commissioned later.

“The replacement pipeline represents another significant investment in the continuation of our Gippsland operations, which have provided crude oil, condensate, LPG and natural gas to the Australian market since 1969,” Mr Parnaby said.

Esso was in the news last week after soot-laden emissions from its smoke stacks caused black smoke trails over Hastings and Western Port.

The smoke was caused by scheduled maintenance work resulting in larger than usual flaring from its site. Flaring is a safety mechanism that burns excess hydrocarbons causing lots of smoke, which raised eyebrows on a day of total fire ban.

The EPA’s southern metro manager Marleen Mathias said the authority was aware of community concerns about “visible smoke and flames coming from Esso’s Long Island Point”.

She said the EPA had inspected the site and confirmed the company was “compliant with its licence for air emissions”.

Westernport and Peninsula Protection Council secretary Karri Giles said it was “high time Esso upgraded [its] plant to lower the emissions”.

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that is used elsewhere.

“Don’t the Hastings community and the environment of Western Port, an international Ramsar site, deserve second-best practice or even bestpractice?

“The highest profit possible shouldn’t be the priority: surely lowering greenhouse gas, and sooty, dirty emissions, should be a priority for Esso, too.”

OPEN NIGHT Thursday 9 March 2017 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Open Night is our chance to welcome the community into our college.

The evening includes presentations of student work, displays, activities and performances by our school bands and the CFA Youth Brigade Drum Corps. Tours will be held throughout the evening showcasing all areas of the school. We look forward to welcoming you to Open Night 2017.

The Rotary Club of Mornington invites nominations for its Business Excellence Awards 2017.

Two awards are to be given: Individual award, and Business entity Award.

Nominations for either or both categories are welcome.

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“Here we have black smoke by day and a rosy glow seen for kilometres at night. We appreciate the LPG that Esso provides, but when the Hastings community sees that 1970s technology is being used, we wonder if anything has been done since then.

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NEWS DESK Woman duped A FRANKSTON woman has been duped into handing over several hundred thousand dollars to a man she never met in an online dating scam.

The lonely woman, 63, was contacted in December by a potential “friend” who said he was in Australia but was soon returning to Turkey.

The man said he was a civil engineer who was working on a project in that country and “needed funding to finalise the project” which he wasn’t able to provide himself.

“They continued with online conversations which were quite affectionate and made it sound like they were a couple and had been seeing each other,” Detective Sergeant Gary Richards, of Frankston CIU, said.

“The victim never spoke to the other person using any face image media, such as Skype.”

But he managed to convince the woman of his bona fides and persuaded her to deposit the money in into his bank account.

The woman never heard from the man again.

Frankston detectives have contacted Interpol but it seems unlikely the money will be recovered.

“Scams happen every day and sometimes they can be very sophisticated,” Detective Richards said.

“When it comes to sending money to anyone, and particularly to someone overseas, people should first contact local police for advice.

“In this case, the victim is humiliated and saddened because she thought she had a friend and now she realises she was duped.”

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Former patient takes trip down memory lane Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au MEMORIES good and bad came flooding back when a former child patient of a now-dilapidated and disused Mt Eliza children’s hospital visited the Jacksons Rd site last week.

Don Lawson, 83, but only “three or four” at the time, spent many weeks at the 100-bed Royal Children’s Orthopaedic Hospital in 1939 when it cared for children with tuberculosis, osteomyelitis, club foot, curvature of the spine, and infantile paralysis.

He was there to have his feet “straightened”, as was the way in those days, which meant fracturing the bones and resetting them in plaster.

Visiting from Toora last week with his younger brother Geoff, who lives in Mornington, Don recalled the smell of the chloroform anaesthetic.

“I still have the scars on my ankles from the treatment and the smell of the chloroform is something I will never forget,” he said.

Better memories were of days spent at the nearby beach and the care of the “lovely” nurses.

But, being just a little boy, he was always sad when mum and dad had to leave at the end of their regular visits.

The hospital had open-air wards, summer and winter, with the children exposed to “those two great physicians, sunshine and fresh air, to bring them back to health”, as written up in a visitor’s account of the hospital back in the day.

It says the hospital used “modern

Healing memories: Brothers Geoff and Don Lawson at the former children’s hospital in Jacksons Rd, Mt Eliza. Picture: Yanni

medical science [and] all that nature can give to help, under sunny skies and by the blue waters”.

Also in the grounds was an open air primary school where five teachers gave lessons to the older children as they lay in their beds.

The patients also learned weaving,

leatherwork and toy-making. Money earned from the sale of items was credited to their State Savings Bank accounts.

Don said the treatment must have worked. “My legs never bothered me again and I had no trouble playing sport as I grew older,” he said.

He later spent many years in the transport section of a milk company and was visiting Mornington last week and staying with Geoff. “The old hospital looks dilapidated now but it would have been lovely then,” he said. “Now it seems to be falling apart.”

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By Fran Henke AFTER 31 years of tuition, demonstrations and exhibitions, McClelland Guild of Artists is being shown the door by its landlords – McClelland Gallery Trustees.

Gallery director John Cunningham met representatives of the artists’ guilds on Studio Park, Langwarrin in February to advise their time was up.

McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park has been home since the 1970s to guilds of artists, lapidarists, spinners, weavers and woodturners, bringing thousands of students and practitioners of each discipline through the gallery gates.

The guilds are now looking at options to move or amalgamate with other societies. They occupy modest premises on Studio Park under five-year licences.

Artists guild president Richard Hall says his committee “is completely gutted by what has transpired – we will be out of business in a month”.

“Six-hundred odd members of four different guilds are looking for new homes because, an unfunded not for profit gallery is now looking for money making opportunities,” Mr Hall said.

It is understood that the gallery wants to use the guild’s renovated studio as an education centre because its own centre is not suitable.

While artists and lapidarists have been told their licences won’t be extended from June 2017, woodturners and weavers have been given an extra 12 months.

The founding trustees of the gallery introduced the concept of community studios in the grounds in the 1970s. Potters, painters, spinners and weavers settled into what shedding was available, followed by lapidarists and woodturners, who built studios.

With the support of five times Archibald Prize winner Sir William Dargie who was chairman of trustees in 1985, a grant from the arts ministry allowed painters to improve their shed. In 2005,

DECKING DECKING DECKING

Lessons in and about the environment UP to 2000 primary school students will have a chance to better understand environmental issues when they attend this year’s Mornington Peninsula Schools Environment Week, 20-23 March.

The week-long program, now in its 33rd year, will be at The Briars, Mt Martha, and aims to promote awareness and care of the environment for primary school students.

In the expo paddock program, there will be activities on horticulture, water conservation, marine studies, ecology, recycling, solar power and native flora and fauna, as well as information about community interest programs.

Students can take part in one of four Briars programs – wetlands habitat and health, woodlands habitat, Indigenous connection to country and a new homestead heritage study.

A sustainable living program will be available for students in years 3-6.

Schools Environment Week CEO Heather Tytler said high school students and Green Army members would contribute as helpers and activity supervisors.

For details visit: morningtoneweek.com.au

Door closes: Barbara Warrington, wife of past McClelland Guild of Artists president Reg Warrington, installing her stained glass window in a recycled backdoor that became the guild’s new front door in 2005 at the McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park.

in need of more room for workshops and storage, with support from then gallery director Simon Ambrose, the artists’ guild raised $35,000 from government grants, benefactors and members to almost double the space.

It is these improved premises the gallery is seeking to take over, said Mr Hall.

The guild has been offering tuition in drawing, watercolour, acrylics and multi-media, as well as scholarships for the popular children’s classes for more than 35 years.

The location of McClelland Gallery on McClelland Drive, Langwarrin was the site of the bohemian Harry McClelland’s painting studio.

His sister, Annie May bequeathed the land and holdings to honour her brother’s memory by establishing the Harry McClelland Art Gallery and Cultural Hall. The gallery opened in 1971.

Harry's studio is still in the grounds.

“At the meeting [with Mr Cunningham] we

discussed the symbiotic relationship between the gallery and our studio. Then he dropped the bombshell. They believe they have a legal right to ask us to leave and they are exercising that right”, Mr Hall said.

“Sadly, the reality is that with the time frame given, we cannot continue to run classes after this term. Most activities will have to cease by May as we have to deliver vacant possession of the property.

“We are effectively out of business in a month if no suitable alternative is found. Our only chance in my opinion, is rather than having government or council looking at alternatives, they place enough funding with the gallery to force the continuation of what is currently there.”

Gallery director John Cunningham did not respond to questions by deadline.

• Fran Henke is a past president of McClelland Guild of Artists.

WEATHERBOARD WEATHERBOARD WEATHERBOARD

FIBRE CEMENT SHEET FIBRE CEMENT SHEET FIBRE CEMENT SHEET UNDERLAY UNDERLAY UNDERLAY

2400x900 ............................................ $14.90ea75-100x1.8mt TREATED PINE POLES 2400x900 ............................................ $14.90ea 75-100x1.8mt ...................................... $5.25ea ...................................... $5.25ea 2400x900 ............................................ $16.50ea 2400x1200 .......................................... $19.85ea75-100x2.4mt 2400x1200 .......................................... $19.85ea 75-100x1.8mt ...................................... $5.25ea 75-100x2.4mt ...................................... $7.50ea ...................................... $7.50ea 2400x1200 .......................................... $22.00ea 3000x900 ............................................ $18.60ea75-100x3.0mt 3000x900 ............................................ $18.60ea 75-100x2.4mt ...................................... $8.25ea 75-100x3.0mt ...................................... $10.25ea ...................................... $10.25ea 3000x900 ............................................ $20.50ea 3000x1200 .......................................... $24.80ea75-100x3.6mt 3000x1200 ..........................................

75-100x3.6mt .................................... $13.50ea .................................... $13.50ea 75-100x3.0mt ...................................... $11.75ea 3000x1200 ..........................................$24.80ea $27.25ea 100-125x1.8mt .................................... $8.50ea 100-125x1.8mt .................................... $8.50ea 75-100x3.6mt ...................................... $15.25ea 6.0MM 6.0MM 6.0MM 100-125x2.4mt ................................... $11.25ea ................................... $11.25ea 1800x1200 .......................................... $22.65ea100-125x2.4mt 100-125x1.8mt .................................... $9.75ea 1800x1200 .......................................... $23.25ea 1800x1200 .......................................... $22.65ea 100-125x3.0mt .................................. $18.50ea .................................. $18.50ea 2400x900 ............................................ $22.65ea100-125x3.0mt 2400x900 ............................................ $22.65ea 100-125x2.4mt ................................... $14.25ea 2400x900 ............................................ $23.25ea 100-125x3.6mt .................................. $21.25ea .................................. $21.25ea 2400x1200 .......................................... $30.20ea100-125x3.6mt 2400x1200 .......................................... $30.20ea 100-125x3.0mt ................................... $20.25ea 2400x1200 .......................................... $31.00ea 100-125x2.4mt Splits ............................ $8.50ea Splits ............................ $8.50ea 3000x1200 .......................................... $37.70ea100-125x2.4mt 3000x1200 .......................................... $37.70ea 100-125x3.6mt .................................. $24.75ea 3000x1200 .......................................... $38.50ea

RED Hill Community Association wants to hear residents’ views on establishing a Neighbourhood Watch in the area.

It is seeking community interest and support in the idea, especially from those wanting to be involved in setting it up. “If there is community support we will arrange a meeting, probably in March, to orient ourselves to how Neighbourhood Watch works and what we need to do,” a committee notice reads.

Details: redhillcommunityassociation@ gmail.com

KDHW SEL GRADE KDHW DARDAR SEL GRADE FLOORING SHEETS

Cedar 190mm....................................... $5.50mt T/Pine 70x22 KD ACQ ........................... $1.95mtCedar Cedar 190mm....................................... $4.50mt T/Pine 70x22 KDKD ACQ ........................... $1.95mt 190mm....................................... $4.50mt T/Pine 70x22 ACQ ........................... $2.05mt T/Pine 90x22 KD ACQ ........................... $2.45mtPrimed Primed Baltic Pine 170mm 170mm ............................. $3.00mt Primed Baltic ................... $3.00mt $3.20mt T/Pine 90x22 KDKD ACQ ........................... $2.45mt Baltic Pine Pine 170mm .............................

T/Pine 90x22 ACQ ........................... $2.50mt T/Pine 140x22 KD ACQ ......................... $5.50mtDOOR T/Pine 140x22 KDKD ACQ ......................... $5.50mt DOOR JAMB SETS T/Pine 140x22 ACQ ......................... $5.50mt DOOR JAMB SETS JAMB SETS Merbau 70x19 Random .......................$3.95mt $3.95mtMeranti Merbau 70x19 Random .......................

Merbau 70x19 Random ........................ $4.40mt Meranti 110x19mm ............................. $33.00ea Meranti 110mmx19 ............................. $27.50ea 110mmx19 ............................. $27.50ea Merbau 90x19 Random .......................$4.50mt $4.50mtPrimed Merbau 90x19 Random .......................

Primed MDF Merbau 90x19 Random ........................ $5.25mt Primed MDF MDF Merbau 140x22 Random ..................... $8.95mt110mmx18mm Merbau 140x22 Random ..................... $8.95mt 110mmx18mm .................................... $19.25ea .................................... $19.25ea Merbau 140x22 Random .................... $10.25mt 110mmx18mm .................................... $19.25ea

Meranti Ext. Meranti Ext.Ext. Meranti Unassembled w/out ........................ $75.00ea Unassembled w/out sill ........................ $75.00ea Unassembled w/out sillsill........................ $75.00ea 1800x900 ............................................ $15.25eaCYPRESS 1800x900 ............................................ $15.25ea CYPRESS PINEPINE CYPRESS 1800x900 ............................................ $16.75ea 125x75 ................................................. $8.75mt 125x75 ................................................. $7.95mt 125x75 ................................................. $7.95mt 4.5MM 4.5MM 4.5MM 100x100 ............................................... $9.25mt 100x100 ............................................... $8.25mt ............................................... $8.25mt 1800x900 ............................................ $11.15ea100x100 1800x900 ............................................ $11.15ea 1800x900 ............................................ $12.25ea 125x125 ............................................. $13.25mt ............................................. $13.25mt 125x125 ............................................. $14.75mt 1800x1200 .......................................... $14.90ea125x125 1800x1200 .......................................... $14.90ea 1800x1200 .......................................... $16.50ea 70x19 Blanks........................................ $1.75mt Blanks........................................ $1.75mt 150x150 ............................................. $24.00mt 2400x450 .............................................. $7.45ea70x19 2400x450 .............................................. $7.45ea 2400x450 .............................................. $8.25ea 70x19 Blanks......................................... $2.00mt 2400x600 .............................................. $9.90eaTREATED 2400x600 .............................................. $9.90ea TREATED POLES PINEPINE POLES 2400x600 .............................................$11.00ea

To Watch, or not?

MERBAU 90X19 SHORTS SOUTHERN BEECHDAR SOUTHERN BEECH

1.8 & T&G 2.1mt LENGTHS 130X19 T&GE/M E/M FLOORING 130X19 FLOORING

$4.00 plm $6.50PLM PLM $6.50

STANDARD GRADE (300LM APPROX. PACK LOTS) STANDARD GRADE (300LM APPROX. PACK LOTS)

MELAMINE - EDGED 16MM TREATED PINE SLEEPERS 200x50 MELAMINE – EDGED 16MM$12.00ea TREATED TREATED SLEEPERS – EDGED 16MM PINEPINE SLEEPERS 2400x300 ............................................

OBHW 100-125x2.4mt OBHW F8 F8 Splits ............................ $9.50ea MELAMINE 2400x900 ............................................ $28.75ea 2400x300 ............................................ $11.00ea200x50 ............................................ $11.00ea 2.4200x50 mt ................................................. $13.25ea DESIGN 50x25 ................................................... $1.25mt2400x300 2400x450 ............................................ $18.00ea ................................................... $1.25mt 2400x900 ............................................ $25.00ea50x25 2400x900 ............................................ $25.00ea OBHW F8 DESIGN PINE - -PRIMED T/PINE DESIGN PINE PRIMED T/PINE PINE - PRIMED T/PINE BLUE BOARD BLUE BOARD BLUE BOARD

FENCE EXTENSIONS FENCE EXTENSIONS FENCE EXTENSIONS

42x19 ................................................... $3.00mt2400x500 42x19 ...................................................

Yellow Tongue 3600x900mm ...............$3.00mt $45.00ea 2400x500 ............................................ $21.00ea 2400x500 ............................................ $22.00ea ............................................ $21.00ea 65x19 ................................................... $4.50mt2400x500 $54.50ea Plyfloor 2.4x1.2x15mm ........................$4.50mt 65x19 ...................................................

2400x500 Oriental ............................... $26.00ea 2400x500 Oriental ............................... $25.00ea Oriental ............................... $25.00ea 90x19 ................................................... $6.00mt 90x19 ...................................................

KDHW DAR SEL GRADE $6.00mt 2400x500 Woven ................................. $32.00ea 2400x500 Woven ................................. $29.50ea 2400x500 Woven ................................. $29.50ea 110x19 ................................................. $7.50mt 110x19 ................................................. $7.50mt 42x19 ................................................... $3.00mt TREATED PINE R/S TREATED PINEPINE R/SR/S 135x19 ................................................. $9.75mtTREATED 135x19 ................................................. $9.75mt 65x19 ................................................... $4.50mt 100x12 Paling....................................... $0.65mt 185x19 ............................................... $16.25mt100x12 185x19 ............................................... $16.25mt 100x12 Paling....................................... $0.60mt Paling....................................... $0.60mt 90x19 ................................................... $6.00mt 150x12 Paling....................................... $0.95mt 150x12 Paling....................................... $0.90mt ARCHS & SKIRTING Paling....................................... $0.90mt ARCHS & SKIRTING 110x19 ................................................. $7.50mt 150x12 150x25 ................................................. $2.00mt Timber Meranti S/Bevel Timber Meranti S/Bevel 135x19 ............................................... $10.75mt 150x25 150x25 ................................................. $1.80mt ................................................. $1.80mt 75x50 ................................................... $2.40mt 42x14 ................................................... $1.95mt75x50 42x14 ................................................... $1.95mt 185x19 ............................................... $19.25mt 75x50 ................................................... $2.40mt ................................................... $2.40mt 67x14 ................................................... $2.65mt T/PINE F7/MGP10 – LASER CUT 67x14 ...................................................

PRIMED MDF MOULDINGS $2.65mt T/PINE F7/MGP10 – LASER T/PINE F7/MGP10 – LASER CUTCUT Primed Primed MDF MDF 70x35 ................................................... $2.70mt S/Bevel 42x15 ...................................... $1.00mt 70x35 ................................................... $2.55mt ................................................... $2.55mt S/Bevel ...................................... $1.00mt70x35 S/Bevel 42x1542x15 ...................................... $1.00mt 70x45 ................................................... $3.55mt S/Bevel 67x15 ...................................... $1.30mt S/Bevel ...................................... $1.30mt70x4570x45 S/Bevel 67x1567x15 ...................................... $1.30mt ................................................... $3.35mt ................................................... $3.35mt 90x35 ................................................... $3.55mt S/Bevel 67x18 ...................................... $1.35mt S/Bevel ...................................... $1.35mt 90x35 S/Bevel 67x1867x18 ...................................... $1.35mt ................................................... $3.35mt ................................................... $3.35mt 90x45 ................................................... $4.65mt L/ Tongue 67x18 ................................... $1.35mt 90x35 L/ Tongue ................................... $1.35mt L/ Tongue 67x1867x18 ................................... $1.35mt 90x45 ................................................... $4.40mt 90x45 ................................................... $4.40mt Tongue 92x18 ................................... $1.95mt L/ Tongue 92x18 ................................... $1.95mt 140x35 ................................................. $5.50mt L/ L/ Tongue 92x18 ................................... $1.95mt 140x35 ................................................. $5.15mt 140x35 ................................................. $5.15mt L/ Tongue 140x18 ................................. $3.25mt 140x45 ................................................. $6.95mt L/ Tongue 140x18 ................................. $3.25mt L/ Tongue 140x18 ................................. $3.25mt 140x45 ................................................. $6.55mt ................................................. $6.55mt B/nose 67x18 ....................................... $1.35mt 190x45 ................................................. $9.25mt B/nose 67x18 ....................................... $1.35mt140x45 B/nose 67x18 ....................................... $1.35mt B/nose 92x18 ....................................... $1.95mt 190x45 ................................................. $8.70mt ................................................. $8.70mt B/nose 92x18 ....................................... $1.95mt190x45 240x45 ............................................... $12.50mt B/nose 92x18 ....................................... $1.95mt 290x45 ............................................... $15.00mt CYPRESS PINE PICKETS 240x45 ............................................... $11.00mt 240x45 ............................................... $11.00mt CYPRESS PINE PICKETS CYPRESS PINE PICKETS 70x19 900mm ....................................... $1.80ea 290x45 ............................................... $13.25mt T/PINE FASCIA PRIMED $13.25mt 70x19 900mm ....................................... $1.80ea290x45 ...............................................

70x19 900mm ....................................... $1.80ea 70x19 1200mm ..................................... $2.30ea 70x19 1200mm ..................................... $2.30ea190x32 70x19 1200mm ..................................... $2.30ea 190x30 D&G... .................................... $11.00mt 190x32 Fascia ...................................... $8.95mt Fascia ...................................... $8.95mt 70x19 1500mm ..................................... $2.85ea 70x19 1500mm ..................................... $2.85ea240x32 70x19 1500mm ..................................... $2.85ea 240x30 D&G... .................................... $19.50mt 240x32 Fascia .................................... $16.50mt Fascia .................................... $16.50mt 70x19 1800mm ..................................... $3.20ea 70x19 1800mm ..................................... $3.20ea 70x19 1800mm ..................................... $3.30ea

PINE MGP10 PINE MGP10 PINE MGP10

70x35 Long .......................................... $2.15mt mt ................................................. $12.00ea .................................................

2400x450 ............................................ $17.00ea2.42.4mt2.4 2400x1200 .......................................... $38.25ea ............................................ $17.00ea Long .......................................... $2.25mt Long .......................................... $2.25mt 75x38 ................................................... $2.75mt2400x450 ................................................... $2.75mt 2400x1200 .......................................... $33.50ea75x38 mt (Packs 50) ................................$12.00ea $12.00ea 2400x600 ............................................ $24.00ea 2400x1200 .......................................... $33.50ea 50x25 ................................................... $1.25mt 18x18 Quad/Fillet/DAR ........................... $1.30mt70x3570x35 18x18 Quad/Fillet/DAR ........................... $1.30mt 18x18 Quad/Fillet/DAR .......................... $1.65mt 70x45 Long ...........................................$3.10mt 2.4 mt (Packs 40) ................................ $11.00ea 2.4 mt (Packs 40) ................................ $11.00ea 2400x600 ............................................ $22.00ea 2700x900 ............................................ $32.00ea 125x38 ................................................. $4.65mt2400x600 ................................................. $4.65mt 2700x900 ............................................ $28.00ea125x38 2700x900 ............................................ $28.00ea 1800x450............................................ ............................................$22.00ea $13.50ea .......................................... $2.80mt 2.7 mt ................................................. $15.00ea 42x18 Long Long .......................................... $2.80mt 75x38 ................................................... $2.75mt 42x18 DAR ............................................ $2.95mt 42x18 DAR ............................................ $2.20mt70x4570x45 DAR ............................................ $2.20mt mt ................................................. $13.50ea ................................................. $13.50ea 90x35 Studs ......................................... $2.15mt 1800x450 ............................................ $13.50ea2.72.7mt2.7 ............................................ $13.50ea 2700x1200 .......................................... $42.50ea 2700x1200 .......................................... $37.50eaMDF 2700x1200 .......................................... $37.50ea 1800x600 ............................................ $17.00ea 66x18 DAR ............................................ $3.95mt mt (Packs 50) ................................ $13.50ea 66x18 MDF CRAFTWOOD CRAFTWOOD 125x38 ................................................. $4.65mt 1800x450 ......................................... $1.95mt 66x18 DAR ............................................ $3.20mt90x3590x35 StudsStuds ......................................... $1.95mt DAR ............................................ $3.20mt mt (Packs 40) ................................ $12.75ea 90x18 DAR ............................................ $5.50mt (Packs 40) ................................ $12.75ea 1800x600 ............................................ $17.00ea2.73.0mt2.7 ............................................ $17.00ea 3000x900 ............................................ $35.25ea 3000x900 ............................................ $31.00ea2400x1200x3mm Long .......................................... $2.25mt 3000x900 ............................................ $31.00ea 2400x1200x3mm ................................ $11.00ea1800x600 ................................ $11.00ea 3600x450 ............................................ $27.00ea mt ................................................. $16.50ea 90x18 90x18 DAR ........................................... $4.40mt 90x35 DAR ........................................... $4.40mt MDF CRAFTWOOD 90x35 .......................................... $2.15mt Long Long .......................................... $2.15mt mt ................................................. $15.00ea 138x18 DAR .......................................... $8.00mt 90x35 $15.00ea 3600x450 ............................................ $26.50ea3.0 mt3.0.................................................

3600x450 ............................................ $26.50ea 3000x1200 .......................................... $41.25ea2400x1200x6mm 3000x1200 .......................................... $41.25ea 3000x1200 .......................................... $47.00ea 90x45 Studs ......................................... $2.95mt 2400x1200x6mm ................................ $18.00ea ................................ $18.00ea 3600x600 ............................................ $36.00ea 138x18 DAR .......................................... $6.60mt 138x18 DAR .......................................... $6.60mt 3.03.0 mt mt (Packs 50)40) ................................ $15.00ea 2400x1200x3mm ................................ $11.00ea 90x45 Studs ........................................ $2.75mt 90x45 Studs ........................................ $2.75mt (Packs ................................ $14.25ea 3.0 mt (Packs 40) ................................ $14.25ea 3600x600 ............................................ $35.00ea ............................................ $35.00ea 185x18 DAR ........................................ $11.50mt BGC DURAFLOOR 2400x1200x9mm ................................ $24.00ea3600x600 CEMENT PRODUCTS 2400x1200x9mm ................................ $24.00ea CEMENT PRODUCTS 30x30 Int Stop ....................................... $2.70mt 90x45 Long ...........................................$3.10mt 30x30 Int Stop ....................................... $2.70mt Not Edged 2400x1200x6mm ................................ $18.00ea 200x75 200x75 200x75 .......................................... $2.95mt 2250x600x19 Long Long .......................................... $2.95mt Not Edged 30x30 Int Stop ....................................... $3.35mt 90x4590x45 Not Edged 2400x1200x12mm .............................. $27.00ea Concrete MixT&G.................................$85.00ea 20kg ................................. $6.25ea2400x1200x12mm .............................. $27.00ea Concrete Mix 20kg ................................. $6.25ea 57x30 Ext Stop ...................................... $4.85mt PINE MERCH 57x30 Ext Stop ...................................... $4.85mt 2400x1200 .......................................... $40.00ea 2400x1200x9mm ................................ $24.00ea 1.8 mt ................................................. $15.00ea 2.4 mt ................................................. $18.00ea 2.4 mt ................................................. $18.00ea CEMENT PRODUCTS 2400x1200 .......................................... $35.00ea .......................................... $35.00ea 57x30 Ext Stop ...................................... $5.75mt 2400x1200x16mm .............................. $30.00ea2400x1200 Set 20kg ...................................... $7.35ea2400x1200x16mm .............................. $30.00ea RapidRapid Set 20kg ...................................... $7.35ea PINE MERCH PINE MERCH 42x42 DAR ............................................ $4.35mt 2400x1200x12mm .............................. $27.00ea 2400x1200x3mm ................................ $18.00ea 2.41.8mt2.4 90x35 ................................................... $1.25mt mt (Packs 30) ................................ $16.50ea42x42 DAR ............................................ $4.35mt (Packs 30)30) ................................ $16.50ea mt (Packs ................................ $13.50ea Concrete 20kg .................................$7.50ea $6.75ea 2400x1200x3mm ................................ $18.00ea ................................ $18.00ea 42x42 DAR ............................................ $5.75mt Cement 20kg ......................................... $7.50ea2400x1200x18mm 2400x1200x18mm .............................. $33.00ea2400x1200x3mm Cement 20kgMix ......................................... .............................. $33.00ea DAR F7 ....................................... $6.75mt90x3590x35 DAR F7 ....................................... $6.75mt ................................................... $1.10mt ................................................... $1.10mt mt ................................................. $19.95ea 2400x1200x16mm .............................. $33.00ea PINE LINING mt ................................................. $20.25ea66x4266x42 2.72.4mt2.7 ................................................. $20.25ea 90x45 ................................................... $1.60mt Rapid Set 20kg ...................................... $7.75ea 3600x600x16mm 3600x600x16mm ................................ $22.00ea PINE ................................ $22.00ea 90x42 DAR F7 ..................................... $11.25mt LINING LINING DAR F7 ....................................... $8.50mt CONCRETE STUMPS DAR F7 ....................................... $8.50mt CONCRETE STUMPS 2400x1200x18mm .............................. $36.00ea PINE 2.7 mt (Packs 30) ................................ $19.00ea90x4290x42 2.7 mt (Packs 30) ................................ $19.00ea 2.4 mt (Packs 30) ................................ $18.00ea 140x12 VJ/Regency .............................. $2.15mt PINE F7/MGP10 – LASER CUT PINE F7/MGP10 – LASER CUT Cement 20kg....................................... ......................................... $7.95ea 138x42 DAR F7 $16.75mt 140x12 VJ/Regency .............................. $1.65mt 140x12 VJ/Regency .............................. $1.65mt 100x100 $6.95mtPARTICLEBOARD PARTICLEBOARD 138x42 DAR F7................................... ................................... $12.75mt PINE F7/MGP10 – LASER CUT 100x100 ....................................... from from $6.95mt DAR F7 ................................... $12.75mt mt ................................................. $22.50ea138x42 ................................................. $22.50ea mt ................................................. $22.50ea 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Letters - 300 words maximum and including full name, address and contact number - can be sent to The News, PO Box 588, Hastings 3915 or emailed to: team@mpnews.com.au

Information should be shared with the community When I elect a councillor I believe that that person should be no different than if I was present at a council meeting - what they are privy to, I should be privy to.

Unfortunately there is an increasing lack of transparency [at Mornington Peninsula Shire] and I cite such things as councillor allowance overspending; unwillingness to discuss salaries; study tours; and let’s not forget the infamous Paris climate conference among many.

There is very little that should be [discussed by council] in camera and yet the public is only too often not included in matters of vital concern to them, in particular groups who have been working on particular issues for a very long time and who have much to offer.

It seems to me that quite ordinary members of the community who are elected to council quickly forget that they are just that, ordinary mortals and not demigogues.

[Red Hill ward councillor] David Gill is to be commended in the stance he is taking in this regard and it seems to me, an ordinary member of the community, that the vast majority of the community is disgusted with the antics of the council and councillors.

Mel Farnbach, Balnarring

Need for openess It would be a great backward step for local government democracy if our Red Hill ward councillor David Gill is forced out of our council just because he wants fairness and transparency in all matters of council business (“Gill ready to lose seat over conduct code” The News 28/2/17).

Some council decisions on development on green wedge land that have been taken not so long ago, show that a much more inclusive and open way of decision making is needed.

Under the present method of decision making, the peninsula’s character and green wedge protection is under serious threat. I would urge our council to adopt some of David Gill’s amendments to the code of conduct, so that our councillors are not hamstrung in their communication with their constituents.

Bravo David Gill for standing up for democracy and openness in local government.

Rupert Steiner, Balnarring Beach

Caravans not solution At the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council meeting on Monday 27 February, councillors considered a planning application (P16/0953) for a caravan park at 161 Old Cape Schanck Rd, Boneo. I was appalled at Cr Antonella Celi’s support for this application. Her reason being that this would provide a much needed solution to the shortage of low cost housing in her ward.

Low cost housing must be within easy walking distance to shops, public transport and schools.

This application is completely inappropriate in the middle of a bushland area, miles form any of these facilities. Complete social isolation.

Despite assurances from the proponent to the contrary, other councillors were concerned that it could turn into permanent low cost housing.

Planning services executive manager David Bergin repeatedly stated under questioning from councillors that the shire has no power to stop long term stays.

Doris Campbell, president Mornington Peninsula Ratepayers’ and Residents’ Association

Jetty must go Reading Liz Bell’s article about the large jetty built at Sullivan’s Bay (“Shire goes to ground over jetty permit” The News 21/2/17). If I built a house on the Sullivan’s Bay beach, wouldn’t the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council pull it down?

This is a public beach and all Australians have the right to walk along it. This is the thin edge of the wedge. What next; private enclosures on our beaches?

As for the refusal of council to discuss this – the councillors were put where they are by the ratepayers as the servants of the residents; they cannot refuse to be transparent about this or anything else.

Get with the real world council and get rid of its before some ratepayers do it for you.

Gloria Clift, Rosebud

Debate warms up Having been totally shot down on the Illegal Immigrant front, it now seems your left-leaning correspondents have a new hobby horse to fill these pages. For the last two weeks they have been up in arms because Brian A Mitchelson dared to question their beliefs on climate change, culminating in a letter from the serial overexaggerating John Cain (“Sun, wind, not coal” Letters 28/2/17). Sorry Mr Cain, but just because certain members of the scientific community disagree with you, doesn’t make them ratbags and by inference linking Mr Mitchelson to One Nation is a new low even for the left.

That being said, I did get a smile out of your letter where you state, “ratbag pollies from One Nation who insist on empiric evidence supporting climate change”. That’s right out of the Greens play book and best summed up by Greens Senator Nick Mc Kim (no, I hadn’t heard of him either until this little gem) who said “Just because something is fact doesn’t mean it is reasonable or productive to talk about”. It is drivel like that, together with NSW Greens calling for the burning of the Australian flag on Australia day and Victorian Greens supporting the picketing of [Melbourne] Lord Mayor Robert Doyle’s private residence, that is causing normally conservative Australians to push back and speak out .

Michael Free, Mt Martha

More study needed The ocean’s carbon balance With respect to Henry Broadbent (“Power Up” Letters 28/2/17),

the academic discipline of the late Emeritus Professor Endersby was civil engineering, not oceanography or climatology. Also, downloading different data sets from different organisations and comparing them, does not prove Mr Broadbent’s statement that “the atmospheric levels of CO2 are completely governed by the world’s seawater temperature”. His scientifically unsupported conclusions are at best inaccurate and at worst naive. I suggest, Mr Broadbent, in the interests of understanding humanity’s impact on the oceans, might like to search such papers as: earthobservatory.nasa.gov/Features/OceanCarbon/ This well researched article points out that the interaction between the ocean and human generated CO2 is a very complex matter. It is the subject of more than 30 years’ research. The article states: “After 30 years of measurements, the ocean carbon community is realising that tracking human induced changes in the oceans is not as easy as they thought it would be.”

The question still remains today, how is the ocean carbon sink changing? My question, Mr Broadbent, is if the ocean scientists are still asking that question, perhaps the conclusions you draw about seawater temperature, burning of fossil fuels, and anthropogenic effects on the climate might just be not only premature but indeed ill founded. Accordingly, Mr Broadbent, I respectfully suggest you continue your research taking into account the current ocean climate research before supporting increased use of fossil fuels. Ken Dyer, Landsborough, Queensland

reasons why these young offenders remain on the revolving door of bail.

Our policy for dealing with these repeat offenders will ensure that there are no second chances for them if they commit further offences while out on bail.

Also, while we support additional police, we need to learn from the NSW experience where the crime rate is far lower than ours, but there are fewer police per capita. Therefore, merely employing more police will not alone solve the escalating crime rates we are seeing. I would urge the premier and police minister to do their research and find out what NSW is doing right.

While I understand Jane, and many others, were disappointed they couldn’t attend our forum, we have since set up a community consultative committee and we have asked this committee to distil, articulate and report on behalf of our community the issues which were widely discussed on the night.

Martin Dixon MP for Nepean

Keep politics out Can we please keep state and federal politics off the Letters pages? This is a local paper and I’m tired of locals throwing mud at each other in an attempt to give credibility to the mob of self-serving politicians who are only interested in their own re-election.

Limit this page to local news not the short sighted, irrelevant rubbish we get in the mainstream media.

Kate Philip, Mornington

Lighten up

Dogs rule Despite Mornington Peninsula Shire officers confirming that during daylight saving dogs are prohibited on Safety Beach between 9am and 7pm and must be on leash at other times, it is obvious that the whole of Safety Beach (as distinct from the designated dog beach the Mornington side of the Martha Cove canal entrance) is now a an open dog off-leash beach at all times judging by the number of dogs on the beach during summer.

In 2015 I drew council’s attention to the lack of appropriate signage. The four signs along the 2.5 kilometres of Safety Beach were unreadable.

It took council nine months to replace those four signs.

There are 14 car parks along Safety Beach and only two of them have a sign; at McRae where there are signs at every entrance to the beach advising when dogs can and can’t be on the beach.

I have had my beach towel urinated on by an off-leash dog while I was swimming and have seen dog owners fail to pick up their dog’s faeces.

Council rangers drive along Marine Drive regularly but it seems that they never stop to see if there are dogs on beach.

Lee Chapman, Safety Beach

NSW good example In response to Jane Clarke Rosebud (“Prison and police” Letters 28/2/17) I can confirm that, yes I support a new juvenile justice facility to deal with the increasing levels of violence we are seeing from repeat young offenders.

Having said that, the Liberal Party has tried unsuccessfully to work in a bi-partisan way with the Labor government to try and address the

One would like to think that changing a light bulb on a street light and reinstating a lamppost would be a very simple job in 2017, but it is not so on the Mornington Peninsula.

The street lights outside 4 and 12 Hove Rd, Mt Martha, have not been working since November 2016. I believe the problem has been reported to the shire numerous times by various residents and nothing has been done. The lamppost outside 8 Hove Rd was run over by a four-wheel drive in December 2016 and to date has not been replaced.

Half of the street has no lights and when you are driving out during the night you cannot see people walking on the nature strip or road, so it makes it dangerous. It is also very hard to place the bins on the nature strip at night.

According to the power company, the shire supplies the bulbs and lampposts and they install it.

Obviously as per the article in last week’s The News the shire spent all the money on wages for top executives and doesn’t have a few bucks to buy new light bulbs (“CEO study tour deal revealed” The News 28/2/17).

It was unheard of during the leadership of previous CEO Dr Michael Kennedy. I thought that under the management of new CEO, Carl Cowie, things were supposed to improve.

According to the power company, changing the bulb is an extremely easy job; all they have to do is unscrew the faulty globe and screw in a new one.

Is there anyone left at the shire that is capable of placing a purchase order for those two items, which is a very simple task, of perhaps we need to provide them with an instruction sheet.

Nikki Labrador, Mt Martha

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Aerial mystery: Pilot Amelia Earhart, left; Patrick Gibbons, far left; and, above, Allan Roberts in white suit introducing the Queen to staff in Papua New Guinea in 1954.

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Earhart was last seen taking off from the territory of Papua New Guinea, then administered by Australia.

Patrick Gibbons, who has lived in Hastings for the past 13 years, remembers his then father in law, Allan Roberts, who was assistant district officer in Wau in PNG at the time, telling him about witnessing Earhart taking off from Lae on what proved to be her last flight.

Earhart, with Noonan, had arrived in PNG on 29 June 1937 and took off after work had been carried out on the fuel tanks of her twin-engine Lockheed Electra 10E at midnight on 2 July never to be seen again.

Mr Gibbons and his wife Jean used to have regular Sunday afternoon tea with Mr Roberts at his Heidelberg home after his return to Australia in the 1960s.

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Harcourts Mornington 2/1a Main Street, 5970 8000

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MORNINGTON 9a Campbell Grove

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SUPERB BEACHSIDE TOWNHOUSE On offer is a separate Title and no Body Corporate. Located in an enviable location and only around 18 months old. Enjoy 19 squares (approx) modern and light-filled living and beautiful timber floors, high ceilings, stone bench tops and stainless steel appliances.

The 2 living zones offer spacious living with private alfresco dining including a large awning. Ducted heating and cooling with a split system. plus a well designed front garden.

For Sale $940,000-$1,030,000 View Saturday 1:00-1:30pm Pranas Kriauza 0413 337 395 / pkriauza@hockingstuart.com.au Des Skelton 0419 902 936 / dskelton@hockingstuart.com.au

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MOUNT MARTHA 13 Village Close

‘BARRADINE’ A LUXURIOUS LIFESTYLE WITH GLORIOUS BAY VISTAS On a magnificent 1789sqm approx with breathtaking bay views, this Tuscan inspired 4 bedroom + study 3 bathroom residence is absolutely stunning in its manicured gardens. Immaculate in timeless style, this superb home enjoys an executive study, a luxury main bedroom (opulent ensuite & WIR); 4 beautiful flowing living areas (wood fire), granite kitchen (Smeg stove) & wrap around decking (vergolas) overlooking the sprawling grounds.

Downstairs there’s a huge space with kitchen & toilet to create a guest house. Features ducted heating & zoned air conditioning, floor bathroom heating, water tanks & auto gates to a large double auto garage. Walk in the park to Village shops & beach.

For Sale: Closing Date Sale - 28th March 2017 at 4:30pm (Unless Sold Prior) Price Guide: $1,495,000 Plus View Saturday 1:00-1:30pm Ciril Campelj 0417 549 302 / ccampelj@hockingstuart.com.au Brett Trebilcock 0439 209 891 / btrebilcock@hockingstuart.com.au

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Dress circle location Address: 1 Sutton Street, MORNINGTON For Sale: By Expressions of Interest Agency: Harcourts, Suite 2/1a Main Street, Mornington, 5970 8000 Agent: Lauren Wild, 0413 487 179 LOCATION and luxury spectacularly combine in this brand new home, set in one of Morningtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most tightly held addresses, just one block from the beach. The landscaped, low-maintenance 386 square metre block perfectly caters to the busy executive lifestyle allowing more time to not only enjoy the delights of the home, but also the numerous cafes and restaurants that are walking distance away. With the class of a premium penthouse apartment, this home has basement parking for six vehicles with an elevator

stopping at all three levels. The ground floor living zone has a fantastic northerly aspect which is flooded with natural light courtesy of the celestory windows. Setting up nicely for older children or guests, this zone has a large lounge room affording a glimpse of the bay, a private study with air-conditioning, and two bedrooms with built-in robes that share the contemporary styled bathroom. There is also a powder room and separate laundry. Moving up a level, and the first floor kitchen features stone bench tops with

an under mount sink, and Miele appliances that include a dishwasher. The lounge and dining area embrace the coastal aesthetics with floating timber floors and a soft colour palette, and opening from the meals area is a splendid full-length balcony, that can also be accessed from the main bedroom which boasts a huge walk-in robe and a lovely ensuite.

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Mount Martha

6 Ferrero Grove

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BanGaLoW • Enchanting beachside home with self-contained studio apartment set on an impressive 2226sqm (approx) landscaped allotment • Soaring cathedral ceilings, wood heater, French doors and covered BBQ deck with alfresco kitchen • Separate living areas and open-plan timber kitchen/dining with breakfast bar, plus master with spa ensuite, dressing room and private balcony overlooking bushland • Raintank, grey water system, garden irrigation, workshop and plans in place to add a pool/spa

auction Inspect Marcus Gollings Dean Phillips

This Saturday, 11th of March at 11am Saturday 10:30 - 11:00am 0422 236 990 0402 833 865

Mount Martha

485 Nepean Highway

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CLYDEBanK • Majestic homestead and cottage on 5.5 (approx.) acres • 1860s colonial home in private woodland featuring wide verandah, in-ground pool, period fireplace and large ‘barn’ ideal for guests/billiards room/large home office • Built by Scottish stone mason Robert Olley with stone-topped French provincial kitchen, impressive dining conservatory, entertaining terrace and showpiece gardens • Three horse paddocks, ornamental dam, tool shed, hay shed, machinery shed, tack room, veggie patch, small orchard, citrus garden and original water well

auction Inspect Dean Phillips Campbell noonan

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Saturday 18th of March at 11am Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pm 0402 833 865 0400 062 987

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Mornington

9 Beleura Hill Road

nAUtiCA • Exceptionally placed 1226sqm (approx) blue-chip site in permanent high demand • Gently rising 20m x 61m (approx) block with ample room for pool or tennis court • Ideal for a contemporary new build surrounded by elite Beleura Hill properties • Offering an exceptional lifestyle surrounded by beaches, golf courses and wineries, just a 6-minute drive to Peninsula Link and under an hour to Melbourne

Auction inspect Campbell noonan

Saturday 25th of March at 4pm Saturday 1:00 - 1:30pm 0400 062 987

Mornington

2/1 Barkly Street

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SAPPHirE • Opulent brand-new build directly adjacent Fisherman’s Beach, currently under construction and set for completion December 2017 (off the plan concessions available) • Superior design spanning two storeys with walls of windows framing the glorious outlook, and deluxe open-concept living/dining with gas fireplace backdropped by sprawling bay vistas • Showcasing the highest quality finishes throughout, including connoisseurs’ kitchen with stone counters, European appliances, wine fridge and butlers’ pantry • Interconnecting indoor/outdoor living zones, alfresco balcony overlooking the coastline and internal lift to a second plush living zone for kids and guests

For Sale Price Dean Phillips Campbell noonan

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AUCTION

MOUNT MARTHA 3 Acacia Street

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SAFETY BEACH 21 Evans Street

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NORTH FACING & WATER FRONTAGE!

TERRIFIC BONES! Situated in charming Mount Martha, secure this fabulous 3 bedroom property and make your own individual statement! With the basis of a terrific floor plan that boasts an ensuite and walk-in ‘robe to the master bedroom, two living areas and an expansive backyard, use this blank canvas to create the home you will be truly proud of. Features include gas ducted heating and a double garage. Land size 689m2. Alternatively, add this property to your investment portfolio and reap the rewards in the years to come.

This substantial sundrenched family home represents everything Martha Cove is. Designed to accommodate the extended family, the home offers 4 bedrooms, spacious living areas, feature hardwood timber flooring on the lower level, and a centrally positioned open plan kitchen complete with stainless steel Blanco appliances. Ducted heating & cooling throughout, feature gas log open fire place, an alarm system and double lock up garage all add to the home’s exceptional level of comfort & appeal.

Auction Saturday 18th March at 12.00pm

For Sale $1,745,000

Inspect As advertised or by appointment

Simon Farrar 0412 734 130

Stuart Cox 0417 124 707

Inspect As advertised or by appointment

JUST LISTED

SOMERS 6 Sandy Court

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MERRICKS NORTH 79 Merricks Road

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‘CHERRY SPRINGS’ – 10Ac (approx.)

One of the best located properties in Somers has come onto the market.

This wonderful vertical timber home would make the ideal permanent or weekender. This fantastic property boasts spacious open plan design leading to wide covered rear deck ideal for outdoor entertaining all year long. Features include 3 bedrooms, updated kitchen, updated ensuite and bathroom, ducted heating and much more.

Walk to Somers General Store and Post Office, the beach and Somers Yacht Club.

Nestled in the heart of the Peninsula, this exceptionally well designed 4BR, 3 bath home has some unique features that include Tanzanian hardwood internal doors and floors, Columbian granite benchtops, db-glazed tilt & turn windows plus fully ducted RC A/C and hydronic heating. Gently undulating & well drained with a spring fed dam, the property features significant shedding (36x9m), bespoke barn with stables and 60x20m arena and Cameron McDonald 0418 330 916 a 5Kw solar power array.

Contact Agent

John Hanna 0408 374 334

Inspect As advertised or by appointment

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For Sale Offers Above $2,300,000

Inspect As advertised or by appointment

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Balnarring 5983 5509

Conjunctional agent

Liz Wall 0417 528 042

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JUST LISTED

SAFETY BEACH 2 Seaspray Close

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THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS One of only a select number of homes situated within the prestigious Martha Cove development that offer stunning Port Phillip Bay views. Offering approximately 44 squares under roofline this enormous residence includes 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, huge open plan living areas on both levels and an undercover outdoor alfresco area capturing the sweeping bay views. Designed with dual living in mind the home offers main bedrooms with full ensuites on both levels ideal for the extended family or teenagers looking for their own space. With the head of the Yarra River only an hour away by water the purchaser will have the first option to secure the private 15m freehold marina berth to accommodate your vessel giving you direct access to all of the attractions Port Phillip Bay has to offer.

For Sale $1,650,000

Stuart Cox 0417 124 707

Inspect As advertised or by appointment

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MORNINGTON 25 Kooyonga Grove

Open: By Appointment

Park Vista

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A fantastic location, quiet beachside position across from a park provide an ideal setting for these new individually titled luxury homes, coupled with being an easy stroll to Flock Cafe & beach making these new homes something that should be considered. With an elevated position & combining a sense of space, light & functionality in each of these stunning modern masterpieces of approx 29 squares of living including: • 3 bedrooms plus study • High ceilings (downstairs master suite with ensuite & WIR) • Quality tiles & carpets • Stone topped kitchen with Asko appliances • 6 star energy rating • Zoned living spaces • LED downlights • Timber flooring • Balcony to the front with parkland aspect • Ducted heating & split system cooling

Kayn Luff 0416 265 337

Carolyn Cooley 0498 965 555

MOUNT MARTHA 11 Benjamin Street

Open: By Appointment

Modern Beachside Luxury

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A fantastic location only minutes stroll from walking trails & sandy beaches, provides an ideal setting for these new individually titled luxury homes. Designed with an emphasis on space, light & functionality each stunning masterpiece will be finished to exacting standards, with all the mod cons one would expect.

• 3 bedrooms plus study (downstairs master with ensuite & WIR) • Deluxe gloss kitchen with s/steel appliances • Stone tops to kitchen, ensuite & bathroom • 2 zoned living spaces • Timber flooring, quality tiles & carpets

• Ducted heating & split system cooling • High ceilings throughout & features a 3.2m ceiling to the rear zone living • Security system • 4000L water tanks • 6 star energy rating, LED downlights

Kayn Luff 0416 265 337

John Young 0412 766 804

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MORNINGTON 14 Carnoustie Grove Cosmopolitan

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BITTERN 17 Vale Street Open: Wed 5-5.30pm & Sat 1-1.30pm Auction: Saturday 18th Mar at 1:30pm Come One, Come All – There is Space for All

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These new individually titled and skilfully designed beachside residences will each offer almost 33.5 squares of luxury including double garage with internal access coupled with a serene seaside location close to beach, transport, parks and shops. To be built to exacting standards and with only the highest quality fixtures & fittings throughout.

• 4 large bedrooms • Floor to ceiling tiles in ensuite & bathroom (master suite with fitted robe & ensuite) • Timber flooring throughout lower level • Spacious zoned living upstairs and down • Alarm system • Deluxe gloss stone topped kitchen with Smeg • Fully paved, landscaped with exposed aggregate driveway appliances and butler’s pantry • Ducted heating, cooling & vacuum • 6 star energy rated

Kayn Luff 0416 265 337

• 3 large bedrooms (master with ensuite & corner spa) • Zoned living • Hostess style kitchen with stainless steel appliances John Young 0412 766 804

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Enjoy the tranquil setting of this sensational residence offering something for the whole family with a spacious 3 bedroom home with zoned living, huge outdoor entertaining area & all set on 1000m2 approx allotment with 2 street frontages & not to mention the massive 10 x 7m shed off the second street frontage!

Ben York 0477 020 090

• Expansive outdoor entertaining area • Double carport John Young 0412 766 804

All in a rustic setting so close to many of the delights on offer across the peninsula!

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Open: Sat 11-11.30am

Premier Beachside Location

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• Spacious light filled living • 2 large bedrooms with BIR’s • Sunny kitchen with adjacent meals area ripe for renovating

• Backyard is a blank canvas to create your own outdoor space • Park to the rear of this small group of just 4

With beautiful hardwood floors under the current floor coverings making this sensational villa the ideal project as a weekender, first home or investment that will only go up in value based on the location!

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Amazing beaches, boutique shopping and vibrant Main Street cafes are all within minutes walk of this incredible beachside position. On weekends you can simply leave your car at home whilst you enjoy the best Mornington has to offer with all main attractions so close to your front door.

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Agent on site: Sat 1-1.30pm

MORNINGTON 16 Mitchell Street

Kayn Luff 0416 265 337

John Young 0412 766 804

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Situated in a quiet leafy street are these two alluring new townhouses that offer a lock up and leave lifestyle allowing you to indulge in the many delights the Mornington Peninsula is famous for! With an essence on space and light coupled with an exceptionally flexible floor-plan, these immaculate residences provide for luxury living.

• 3 large bedrooms plus study (master w/FES & WIR) • Premium timber floors • 2 living areas (upstairs & down) • Heating & cooling throughout • Deluxe stone topped kitchen with Miele appliances • Double garage • Floor to ceiling tiles • Fully landscaped Get in early to take full advantage of the huge stamp duty savings on offer & to help create your very own slice of Peninsula living with these new residences.

Kayn Luff 0416 265 337

Carolyn Cooley 0498 965 555

www.conleyluff.com.au

MORNINGTON 49 Queen Street

Open: ByFri Appointment Open: Thurs 5pm, 4pm & Sat 2pm

Space, Luxury & Water Views! – Within the Golden Triangle!

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• Gas log fire to living area, ducted heating & cooling • Second zoned living area upstairs with balcony and great close bay views • Solid timber flooring & premium carpets

A rare opportunity to acquire a property of this calibre in a most coveted position, an inspection is highly recommended!

SOMERVILLE 15 Eliza Place

Open: Appointment Open: SatBy 2-2.30pm

Big Living on 1400m2 - Fabulous for a Family!

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Kayn Luff 0416 265 337

John Young 0412 766 804

Offers Over $890,000 $740,000 2

Open: Wed 4-4.30pm & Sat 11-11.30am

New Luxury Three Bedroom Beachside Villas “Brand New & Beachside”

This magnificent new home enjoys a prized location just an easy stroll from Fisherman’s Beach and the restaurants, bars and boutique shops of Main Street. With over 25sq of living and alfresco, plus double garage, this superb home will be finished with the highest quality of fittings and fixtures, including: • 3 bedrooms plus study nook (downstairs master suite with fitted robe & luxury ensuite) • Vast light filled open living downstairs flowing seamlessly to the alfresco entertaining area • Deluxe stone topped kitchen with Miele appliances

MOUNT MARTHA 56 Bentons Road

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Newly completed are these exceptional stand alone, beachside residences, each offering approx. 17 squares of luxury living & alfresco, plus double garage & plenty of north facing yard space!

Located so conveniently to beach, transport and Bentons Square, making for the perfect downsizer or investment.

Ben York 0477 020 090 • 3 Bedrooms, FES/WIR to large Master Suite • Alfresco entertaining • 2 spacious & separate living areas • High ceilings throughout • Deluxe stone-topped kitchen • GDH & 2 s/s r/cycle air conditioners • Flyscreens & roller blinds • Smeg kitchen appliances Kayn Luff • Stylish bathrooms • Fully landscaped & paved 0416 265 337

Just move in and relax

MORNINGTON 23 / 110 Bungower Road

Open: Sat 3-3.30pm 3

To Live or Invest – Perfect for all

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This spacious low maintenance Villa offers the lucky new owner a range of options as a family home, downsize opportunity or rental investment for the future.

• 3 bedrooms plus large Study/4th Bedroom • Separate 3 car garage with front and rear auto roller doors • Ducted gas heating and evaporative cooling • Spacious master suite with walk in robe and Ensuite with corner spa

• Three generous bedrooms • Walk in robe and full ensuite to master • Separate formal lounge • Stone topped kitchen with s/steel appliances opening onto the meals/living area • Separate laundry

Full of charm, character and space and surrounded by quality well maintained homes, properties of this calibre sell quickly– enquire today.

5975 7733

Ben York 0477 020 090

John Young 0412 766 804

Offers Over $460,000

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Ideally positioned in a quiet court convenient to Somerville Village this extra spacious and stylish home is a rare offering and a wonderful place to create your family memories.

• Light filled kitchen with adjacent dining area • Large formal lounge with polished timber flooring • Huge family/rumpus room with gas log fire • Manicured lawns and gardens • Ducted Vacuum • Gas boosted solar hot water system.

$689,000

• Gas ducted heating • Fantastic low maintenance outdoor living area • Auto double garage with rear roller door access to back yard (ideal for trailers and small boats.)

All of this conveniently located close to schools, shops and all the delights on offer across the Mornington Peninsula.

Ben York 0477 020 090

John Young 0412 766 804

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• Beachside Lifestlye and Luxury • Premium 2 & 3 bedroom residences

www.caprimornington.com.au

Barbara Hogan 0400 583 910 barbara@conleyluff.com.au

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Mornington 15 Karella Crescent

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Beachside Beauty With A Bright Future Charming 2 bedroom beachside home on 591sqm (approx) with an 18.8m frontage and development potential (STCA).

Walk to Main Street and Wilsons Road shops, public reserve behind! Big back yard with a large entertaining deck, offstreet parking for 3 cars and a trailer, room for a pool. Solid cedar French doors, cedar windows, open plan kitchen and dining, hardwood floors, Miele dishwasher, large single carport with drive-through access.

Price $750,000 View By Appointment www.harcourts.com.au Kara James M 0412 939 224 P 03 5970 8000 kara.james@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Mornington Suite 2/1a Main Street

Mount Martha 11 Pacific Terrace

SOLD

Vendor Review - Recommended by Ray and Suzanne 19 February 2017 GREAT HELPâ&#x20AC;ŚWe both thought Malcomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s communication was next to none. His market knowledge and credibility was exceptional . A very honest and credible person who explains the situation how it is. It is obvious his negotiation skills helped in selling our house in less than 24 hours Would we recommend Malcom to other people - without question yes Sue from the very beginning was most helpful in every aspect. Always kept us informed with the sale of our house. Most important she always returned phone calls - Very efficient, knowlegable and a nice person Would recommend to other friends.

Malcolm Parkinson M 0421 704 246 P 03 5970 8000 malcolm.parkinson@harcourts.com.au Sue Monaghan M 0400 481 862 P 03 5970 8000 sue.monaghan@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Mornington Suite 2/1a Main Street

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Mornington 16 Franklin Place Luxury Without Limits This ultra modern 3BR plus study home complete with an elevator, basement parking, bay glimpses and penthouse-style sophistication offers 3 levels of luxury set on 376 sqm (approx) in a cul-de-sac, one street from the Esplanade. A palatial master suite has a king-sized walk-through robe and shares the top floor with a dream kitchen that featrues stone bench tops, an undermount sink, and Miele appliances including a dishwasher. There is adjoining open plan living and dining zones, and a powder room. Downstairs are two more bedrooms with BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that share the stunning family bathroom, there is a separate laundry, second powder room, second living area and a covered patio. The home also features heating and air conditioning throughout, understair storage, elegant high ceilings, clerestory windows that flood the living spaces with light, low maintenance landscaped gardens, security system and more. This is privileged beachside living with the best of Mornington at your fingertips.

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Expressions Of Interest View Saturday 12:30 - 1:00pm www.harcourts.com.au Lauren Wild M 0413 487 179 P 03 5970 8000 lauren.wild@harcourts.com.au Robert Lewis M 0450 209 007 P 03 5970 8000 robert.lewis@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Mornington Suite 2/1a Main Street

NEW LISTING

Bittern 71 Bullecourt Road Space, Spa & Close To Town 1.1acres (approx) close to the heart of Bittern, 10m x 5m entertaining deck, 6-seater outdoor spa, massive man cave. At the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, single storey, manicured lawn, bushland surrounds. 3BR, 2 living areas, updated kitchen with Caesarstone bench tops & s/steel Blanco and Bosch appliances, walk-in robes throughout. 4-car garage, caravan bay, 22,000L tanks, solars, ducted heating, air conditioning.

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Price Negotiable over $790,000 View Saturday 1:30-2:00pm www.harcourts.com.au Malcolm Parkinson M 0421 704 246 P 03 5970 8000 malcolm.parkinson@harcourts.com.au Nicole McFarlane M 0421 377 707 P 03 5970 8000 nicole.mcfarlane@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Mornington Suite 2/1a Main Street

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VACANT LAND

D L SO Mornington 4/106 Beleura Hill Road Beleura Hill Beauty An enchanting beachside home close to Main Street, the beach and shopping. The immaculate condition is sure to impress, with the home boasting a superb outdoor entertaining area with heated spa overlooking an expansive yard and established gardens.

A practical internal floor plan includes a functional modern kitchen and dining area, separate lounge with plantation shutters, two comfortable bedrooms and a pristine bathroom.

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Robert Lewis M 0450 209 007 P 03 5970 8000 robert.lewis@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Mornington Suite 2/1a Main Street

Mount Martha 4 Ponyara Road Bathe in Water Vistas A stunning allotment offering postcard perfect water views that stretch across Port Philip bay, headland and its surrounds. Situated just off the Esplanade and backing onto Seaside Creek reserve, this magical slice of paradise measures approx.700m2. An onsite inspection is encouraged to appreciate what this site has to offer, a fairly level block with a gentle slope to the rear, a perfect parcel of land to build your dream residence or that ideal holiday house retreat!

For Sale Price $559,000 www.harcourts.com.au

Robert Lewis M 0450 209 007 P 03 5970 8000 robert.lewis@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Mornington Suite 2/1a Main Street

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@soundbar_west

www.thesoundbar.com.au

soundcocktailbar

BUSINESS FOR SALE PRICE ON APPLICATION Unique opportunity to purchase a bar/restaurant/live music venue on the spectacular Mornington Peninsula.

Included is an amplified music license, outside/inside late liquor license, undercover courtyard, and professional PA, stage and equipment. A three bedroom/ two bathroom residence plus a self contained studio apartment also included in this long term lease.

This venue has been operating for four summers with excellent local patronage, and still more potential to expand.

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26-28 Irvine Avenue Mount Martha AUCTION Sunday 26th March at 12.00pm (Unless Sold Prior)

A hidden oasis in the heart of old Mount Martha. Situated on over 2,600m2 of landscaped gardens with tennis court, is this very comfortable well renovated single storey home; comprising of 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite, separate central bathroom and laundry. A well-appointed kitchen adjoins a bright family room all opening to timber deck ideal for entertaining with a further second spacious living/rumpus room. Only a short walk to Mount Martha Village shops and South Beach. Other features include: 45,000 litre water tanks, reticulation system, split system, heating and cooling and alarm system.

26irvineavenue-mountmartha.com VIEW Saturday 3.00-3.30pm & Sunday 12.00-12.30pm

Anthony Grimwade 0418 382 226 | Tim Wilson 0419 726 769

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168 Main Street, Mornington VIC 3931 T. 03 5975 6888

Mornington

Auction

73A Prince Street, Mornington Cutting-edge street presence, impressive quality and an in-demand address come together in this luxurious brand new two-storey four-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom family residence by the renowned Cahill Building Group. Offering a mix of lush timber and stone finishes, this sensational residence showcases an elite entertainer’s kitchen with butler’s pantry and two ovens, engineered Oak flooring, glamorous master suite, two fabulous living areas, study nook, central lightwell and seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining. Features a remote double garage in a brilliant location close to the Esplanade and beach, schools, trendy Dava Drive shops and cafes, and cosmopolitan Main Street.

Auction Saturday 18th March 2pm Inspection As advertised or by appointment Contact Jake Egan 0491 129 137 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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Dromana

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2/10 Charles St, Dromana So close to the beach, so spacious and light-filled, this stylish 2-storey 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhouse, 1 of 4, introduces you to a wonderful slice of Peninsula life with an executive fit-out and desirable low-maintenance surroundings. Circulating around an expansive open-plan living and dining domain and gourmet stone kitchen and offering even more space to entertain outdoors in the lovely courtyard, this modern home effortlessly achieves a relaxed indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Features two stone finished bathrooms and a remote garage with internal access within walking distance of the beach and close to Dromana’s cosmopolitan shopping strip, Safety Beach Sailing Club and freeway access.

Auction Saturday 1st April 11.00am Inspection As advertised or by appointment Contact Kylie Miller 0404 041 554 Ayden Nelson 0419 447 038 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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MOUNT MARTHA 12 Hansen Court ● Sensational spot offers affordably entry to beachside living.

● Spacious open-plan living and dining opens to garden patio.

● Smartly renovated 3BR home on 707sqm (approx.)

● Superb stone-topped kitchen with s/steel appliances.

● Quiet court is short walk to beach, Osborne Primary and popular café.

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AUCTION Saturday 25th March at 11.30am open to view by appointment

● Immaculate 3BR villa just 500m walk from Bentons Square.

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Awarded #1 Office of the Year 2015 and 2016

Jarrod Carman Awarded #1 Principal of the Year 2015 and 2016

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AUCTION Sunday 26th March at 11.30am open to view by appointment ● Steps to the sand and surf at iconic Number Sixteen ocean beach. ● Private 836sqm (approx.) coastal parcel with fun 3BR holiday house. ● Ideal project for the handy/tradesman buyer to develop (STCA) at leisure.

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Jarrod Carman 0423 144 102 Licensed Estate Agent

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Delivering a luxurious touch of the tropics to a resort-style paradise you can enjoy every day, this sprawling 36sq. family sanctuary on 8232sqm (approx.) lets you holiday at home in five star style! Custom-built with the option of a fully self-contained wing, intelligent planning has resulted in a fabulously flexible 5BR home that will effortlessly evolve with life’s ages and stages. Only minutes’ drive from the beach, shops and Main St yet seemingly a million miles from the bustle of your busy week, here you can enjoy the absolute freedom of a place with space yet remain in easy reach of every lifestyle amenity. With two complete master bedrooms, features include separate formal and family living zones, rumpus with wet bar/kitchenette, home theatre, study and a fabulous cook’s kitchen. Lifestyle extras include covered alfresco with BBQ kitchen, solar heated inground pool, dedicated kids’ sports zones, triple carport & double lock-up garage.

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“The difference between a good price and a great price is a great estate agent”

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● Exceptionally renovated throughout

● Exquisitely-renovated 3-BR +study family home

● Generous new kitchen with stone benchtops

● Sensational 70sqm (approx.) undercover alfresco

● Conveniently located close to all amenities

Joel Hood | 0429 886 188 Corey Liddell| 0434 220 322

● Positioned on 755 sqm (approx.) on a quiet avenue

Joel Hood | 0429 886 188 Adrian Calcedo| 0402 703 236

Joel Hood Awarded #1 National Salesperson of the year 2015/ 2016

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Contact Rob today for an obligation-free appraisal, elite service and exceptional results.

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MOUNT ELIZA 38 Two Bays Road Auction Saturday 25th March at 1:00pm Price $650,000+ Set Your Sights High for the Future Endless potential An unbeatable high set location with colourful countryside views from the elevated 3737sqm (approx.) block n Character-filled, four-bedroom home n Well-equipped kitchen n Spacious lounge room with open-fire n Two separate bathrooms n Paved courtyard for alfresco entertaining

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Rob Ferguson | 0412 789 696 Candice Blanch | 0416 123 415

50 Mt Eliza Way, Mt Eliza VIC 3930

Why list with one when you can list with all Office: Mount Eliza, 50 Mt Eliza Way| 9776 3270

Empowering Women Caring for our Older Generation Family Focussed.

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62 York Street MORNINGTON Freestanding character home

The ideal home for the discerning purchaser who wishes to escape from the daily grind and kick back and relax with greenery surrounding them. A rare opportunity to own a home with complete privacy and no body corporate. * Beachside townhouse – separate title – no body corporate * Character double storey home with excellent floorplan * All rooms look out to landscaped gardens giving an oasis feel * Decked outdoor entertaining * Ducted heating and reverse cycle heating/cooling

Price: $770,000 Inspect: As Advertised or by Appointment

Janet McNeill 0419 503 327

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GOLDEN MILE WITH BAY VIEWS This captivating contemporary home with beautiful bay views offers an unparalleled beachside lifestyle. Positioned on a substantial 2283sqm (approx.) allotment, this 4 bedroom plus study home is a compelling prospect for those wanting to capitalise on this exclusive location. Brilliantly configured over 3 luxurious levels with freshly polished jarrah floors and neutral colour scheme which flows throughout. There are superior inclusions and customised built-ins within refined and relaxed zones, 2 living areas including open plan kitchen, living, dining with open fire place, multiple outdoor terraces with bay views. The kitchen has been recently renovated with granite island bench, stainless steel appliances and glass splashback. Externally there is a mod grass tennis court, double carport with internal entry, under house storage, security system, sealed driveway and automatic front gates.

Located in this very exclusive location within close proximity to the beach, Toorak College and the village shops - this home has it all.

PRICE GUIDE: INSPECT: CONTACT:

$1.85M -$2M Saturday 1:00 -1:30pm Deb Ketting-Olivier 0403 554 955

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Shop 7 / 20-22 Ranelagh Drive MOUNT ELIZA www.communityrealestate.com.au

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QUALITY FINISHES & AN ABUNDANCE OF SPACE Exceptionally appointed living right in the heart of a highly-coveted residential pocket, this elegantly refined 4 bedroom residence with study is so much more than a house, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a family oasis. Showcasing quality bamboo floors and plantation shutters, the home features a newly fitted chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen with stone countertops & all-new stainless-steel appliances, 3 sundrenched living areas & a selection of heavenly alfresco zones for outdoor entertaining. Strolling distance to Bentons Square, civic reserve duck lake & skate park & schools, the property includes master ensuite, brand new ducted heating & evaporative cooling, double garage, carport, workshop & 17 solar panels.

PRICE GUIDE: INSPECT: CONTACT:

$795,000 - $860,000 Saturday 11:00 - 11:30am Annette Mckeand 0409 552 790

9708 8667

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47 NOLAN STREET, FRANKSTON

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‘PEARTREE COTTAGE’ In the pretty fringe of Frankston’s heart, this adorable 1920’s twobedroom home, directly opposite Victoria Park, marries old-world cottage charm with stylish contemporary updates. A leisurely stroll to George Pentland Botanical Gardens, the beach and Frankston CBD, this wonderfully positioned home features high decorative ceilings, sash windows, a cosy living room with ambient gas fireplace, sleek dining area with sliding doors to the BBQ deck, an updated kitchen with s/steel dishwasher & modern bathroom.

AUCTION: TERMS: PRICE RANGE: INSPECT: CONTACT:

Saturday 18th March at 11am 10% deposit, balance 30/60 days $490,000 - $530,000 Saturday 11:00-11:30am Deb Ketting-Olivier 0403 554 955

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LET COMMUNITY REAL ESTATE TAKE THE HASSLE OUT OF PROPERTY MANAGEMENT We understand the importance for each property to be tailored to the specific needs and goals of our clients and their tenants. We excel in property management, as well as maximising the full utilisation of your properties potential.

Let someone with over 20 YEARS experience look after your property.

CALL CHRISTINE TODAY TO DISCUSS THE FUTURE MANAGEMENT OF YOUR PROPERTY. CHRISTINE SIER Property Manager Shop 7, 20-22 Ranelagh Drive, Mount Eliza 3930 E: rentals@communityrealestate.com.au

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Shop 7 / 20-22 Ranelagh Drive MOUNT ELIZA www.communityrealestate.com.au

Licensed Estate Agent - Jo Kidder Estate Agent Licence no. 078082L

Reg. Address - 23 Roehampton Crescent, Mt Eliza 3930

EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS!

Real estate sales - property management - BUYERS agent

Something has been missing from Mount Eliza real estate recently.

Where IS TONY WILSON....?

Jo Kidder Real Estate is pleased to announce that one of Mount Elizaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading estate agents has joined their boutique real estate company.

Tony Wilson brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to any real estate transaction and is looking forward to re-connecting with you.

For buying and selling this autumn, Call Tony Wilson on 0429 665 529.

Jo 0404 088 106 jo@kidderre.com.au

Peter 0404 010 444 peter@kidderre.com.au

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*No.1 Agent Rosebud *No.1 Agent Rosebud West

Auction This Saturday

*As reported on 1st Sept, 2016 for Rosebud on realestate.com.au agent - John Hall - Highest number of total sales by volume. *As reported on 1st Sept, 2016 for Rosebud West on ratemyagent.com.au agent - Chris Wilson - Highest value total sales + highest average sale price.

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Now Selli ng Call toda y for your free market appraisal

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CAPEL SOUND 17 Violet Street

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Beachside home with room for the boat Prepare to fall in love with this charismatic 3BR family home situated on a corner block, just 150m from the pristine white beach of Capel Sound. Featuring 2 levels of spacious living, this much loved home is vibrant with character, showcasing a balance of modern design and rustic charm with timber elements, wrought iron window features and stained glass panelling. The central feature of this inviting home is its unique floorplan with bi-fold doors that allow the beautiful outdoor entertaining area to integrate seamlessly into everyday living.

Offering plenty to enjoy, you can indulge in the luxurious corner spa with television, relax in the beautiful gardens or take an evening stroll to the beach. Act fast to avoid disappointment.

NOW AMALGAMATED TO FORM THE PENINSULA’S NO.1

AUCTION This Saturday at 2:00pm Inspect: Saturday 1:30-2:00pm Contact: Chris Wilson 0417 147 307 Jake Wilson 0400 991 362

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Raine & Horne Rosebud 1011-1013 Point Nepean Road

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*No.1 Agent Rosebud *No.1 Agent Rosebud West

New Listing

ROSEBUD 197 Eastbourne Road

ROSEBUD 34 Baybreeze Court

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The search is over for those looking for modern lines, quality appliances, internal and external spacious entertaining, reverse cycle heating and cooling, 3 great bedrooms, executive bathroom, a massive private deck, and just for good measure a 755sqm block with heaps of room for all the beach toys and extra vehicles.

Located close to Rosebud Plaza, the RSL, cafes and the foreshore, this one is highly suited to those looking for a permanent on realestate.com.au agent upgrade or easy to rent investment . - John

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Be romanced by the lovingly kept gardens that surround this delightful 4BR family home on. Conveniently located in a peaceful cul-de-sac just minutes from the beach, this spacious home is perfect for growing families or entertaining friends.

The well-appointed kitchen and open plan meals/family area provide a lovely space to come together and the bedrooms offer comfort and tranquility. Everything you need is at your doorstep.

*As reported on 1st Sept, 2016 for Rosebud Hall - Highest number of total sales by volume.

Price: average Negotiable sale over $460,000 *As reported on 1st Sept, 2016 for Rosebud West on ratemyagent.com.au agent - Chris Wilson - Highest value total sales + highest price.

Price: Negotiable over $560,000 Contact: Michelle King 0404 037 336 Adam King 0422 337 337

Inspect: Saturday 2:30-3:00pm Contact: Chris Wilson 0417 147 307 Jake Wilson 0400 991 362

Raine & Horne Rosebud 1011-1013 Point Nepean Road

Raine & Horne Rosebud 1011-1013 Point Nepean Road

ROSEBUD 3/24 Woodvale Grove

ROSEBUD 5 Foam Street

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This stylish designer townhouse is fully completed and ready to move into now and is sure to impress! Ideally located in a tranquil leafy street with easy access to the freeway, beach or McCrae Plaza, some of the special features include a clever 3BR floor plan with spacious living areas, a designer kitchen incorporating s/ steel appliances & stone bench tops and a large entertaining deck. Singel garage with internal access plus air-conditioning throughout & double glazed widows.

Price: Negotiable over $490,000 Inspect: Sat 3.30-4.00pm & Sun 11.30-12.00pm Contact: Chris Wilson 0417 147 307

Raine & Horne Rosebud 1011-1013 Point Nepean Road

ROSEBUD 1/93 Eastbourne Road

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A sensational opportunity to acquire a single level 2BR residence in a delightful beachside location offering convenient access to beaches and all that Rosebud has on offer. Both residences feature designer kitchens with stone bench tops and s/steel appliances, beautiful timber floors, luxury bathroom, landscaping, remote single lock up garage with extra storage room and much more. Expected completion date is circa July, 2017.

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This little cottage is an easy stroll to Safeway, the main shopping strip, cafes and the beach - What a perfect location!

The home consists of three bedrooms and two bathrooms – one has been renovated, there is a neat functional kitchen with hardwood timber floors, open plan living and dining and all on a 417sqm block.

Now Selli ng Call toda y for your free market appraisal

Price: $500,000 - $550,000 Inspect: Wednesday & Saturday 2:30-3:00pm Contact: Adam King 0422 337 337

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Raine & Horne Rosebud 1011-1013 Point Nepean Road

ROSEBUD 260 Jetty Road

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‘Jetty Grove’ is Rosebud`s latest up market residential development offering clever floor plans to suit your individual lifestyle. The special architectural design features here include 6.0 star energy rating, designer kitchens with luxury stone benchtops, modern glass splashbacks and quality European s/steel appliances, timber floors, solar hot water, split system heating/cooling, water tank, plus front & rear landscaping.

Buy off plan and save big on stamp duty!

Price: $459,950 Contact: Chris Wilson 0417 147 307 Jake Wilson 0400 991 362

Price: From $455,900 to $609,000 Contact: Chris Wilson 0417 147 307

Raine & Horne Rosebud 1011-1013 Point Nepean Road

Raine & Horne Rosebud 1011-1013 Point Nepean Road

DROMANA 1,2 & 3/3 Ligar Street

SAFETY BEACH 41 Helm Avenue

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Currently under construction these superb 1 x 4 & 2 x 3 bedroom townhouses will comprise open plan living kitchen areas, ensuites to master bedrooms, second family bathroom plus separate powder room, seperate living zones on both levels, double lock up garages together with top quality fixtures and fittings. Do not miss this opportunity as these will not last.

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This stunning home of three bedrooms, one bathroom + ensuite in the main bedroom with spacious living area is certain to impress . Located in Safety Beach, Martha Cove is minutes from Peninsula Link, beaches and a short drive to Mt Martha Village. Features include ducted heating ,Gas cook top, stone bench tops. Book an inspection today

NOW AMALGAMATED TO FORM THE PENINSULA’S NO.1 Price: Negotiable over $890,000 Inspect: Sat & Sun 12.30-1.00pm Contact: Michelle King 0404 037 336

Price: $750,000 Contact: Michelle King 0404 037 336

Raine & Horne Rosebud 1011-1013 Point Nepean Road

Raine & Horne Rosebud 1011-1013 Point Nepean Road

1011 -Point 1013 Nepean Point Nepean Road, Rosebud 1011-1013 Road, Rosebud

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Business Sales Specialists www.latessabusiness.com.au 50 Playne Street Frankston

Tel: (03) 9781 1588 Business Migrants Expert Advisory Service

NEW LISTING LAUNDRETTE – RIPPONLEA 12 washers, 9 gas dryers, coin change machine and soap machine. Automatic doors operate the open hours of 7am to 9pm and there is a video surveillance system. Two bedroom accommodation upstairs is sub-let for $10,000 p.a.

$52,500

NEW LISTING TELEPHONE ANSWERING SERVICE This is a home-based business operating Mon-Fri from 8.30am to 5.30pm with an 1800 number.

There are currently 17 clients, calls are 50% medical appointments, you can take on as many or as few as you choose. Full training will be given

NEW LISTING CHINESE MASSAGE – FRANKSTON In the heart of Frankston this is a well appointed service with three rooms and a waiting area with CCTV. It is in a good area with lots of passing trade and is open 7 days from 10am to 7pm. There is nothing to be done, staff are paid on commission.

HUGE PROFITS

$100,000 + sav LAUNDRETTE - FRANKSTON SOUTH

$115,000

$119,500

$275,000 including stock

NEW LISTING INDUSTRIAL TAKEAWAY - SEAFORD Opening just 5 days a week, this Vendor offers a trial on $14,000 turnover per week. Eat in or takeaway, seats 20 in & 10 outside. A large shop in the heart of the industrial and commercial area.

$440,000 + sav

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NEW LISTING FRUIT & VEGETABLES – SOMERVILLE This iconic business has been established around 45 years in large premises on a busy main road.

Two vehicles are included in the asking price. Trades 7 days.

$120,000 + sav

TRANSPORT SERVICE - MORNINGTON PENINSULA

WINE BAR - MORNINGTON

Shuttle service for special events operating as per booking schedules, weddings, winery tours, golf tours etc. All relevant permits for Melbourne and airport, drivers are sub-contracted as required.

On Premises licence for 50 people.

Main Street frontage, air-con, and a large, cosy lounge plus small setting for outside seating. Opens Thursday to Sunday 12pm – 11pm.

Full security system, long lease with reasonable rent. FB page.

$235,000

$270,000 + sav

$150,000 + sav Clients include some of the world’s leading companies. Eye-catching promotional banners from teardrop to high quality, durable vinyl portable banners, adhesive wall graphics, wall mounted flags and much more. Wide format digital printer.

NEW LISTING CAFÉ & TAKEAWAY – FRANKSTON In the heart of CBD with bus stop directly outside, opens Mon-Fri 7am to 3pm. Potential to increase hours. Established 30+ years, Does catering for Frankston City Council. Tables, chairs and fridge motor reasonably new.

Opposite beach and foreshore camping ground, extremely busy in summer. Modern premises with large bi-fold doors seats 27 in & 16 outside. Prime equipment.

Unattended 7 days 7am – 9.30pm.

Serviced Mon-Fri 8am-5pm and Sat 9am-12pm. 12 washers, 8 dryers, automatic door, monitored alarm, air-conditioned.

DIGITAL PRINTING - MORNINGTON

$70,000 + sav

$52,500

Award winning business operating 5 days covering the Melbourne Metro area. Daily service for small packages to pallet goods. Vehicles are included. Est 1999 with the majority of customers with them for 5-10 years.

NEW LISTING LICENSED CAFE / RESTAURANT - HASTINGS Ultra modern shop with huge rear courtyard, near pub and opposite supermarket. Well equipped, large commercial kitchen. On Premises licence. Seats 70 inside and 50 outside. Very attractive and welcoming.

Prime position in Main Street with good rent rate and long lease.

Easy business to operate. Sole agency for Clarkes school shoes in Mornington, also ROC, fashion and sports lines. Currently H/W team ready to retire.

CAFE - CAPEL SOUND

$75,000

COURIER SERVICE - HOME BASED

SHOE RETAILER - MORNINGTON

PIZZA/TAKEAWAY - MORNINGTON

LICENSED CAFÉ / BAKERY – RED HILL SOUTH On Premises licence , no other takeaway food in the area and could suit music on Fri/Sat nights.

All equipment on premises to increase current menu items. North facing deck seats 60, plus 45 indoors. Currently fully managed.

Trial on $20,000 per week!

Opens 7 days 4.30pm-9.30pm.

10 drivers deliver to Moorooduc, Mornington, Mt Eliza, Mt Martha, online ordering from website & menulog. Large Middley Marshal pizza oven, also do pasta, salads, desserts etc. Long lease.

$345,000 + sav

CATERING Cooking done on premises and delivered to venues then cater for the function as required. 4 delivery trucks. 80% of orders come from website, good forward orders in place. Long standing business can be fully managed.

$685,000 + sav

$425,000 + sav

PRICE REDUCED AIR COMPRESSION SYSTEMS Design, specifications, installations, commissions and onsite/off site maintenance of small, large and specialist air compressors, air tools and associated equipment. Two vehicles included and price includes good current stock.

$800,000

Tony Latessa CEA (REIV), AREI, ABB, MAICD Mobile: 0412 525 151 REIV BUSINESS AGENT VICTORIA Australian Institute of Business Brokers President (Vic).

35 years selling experience based on honesty and reliability

FOR LEASE Dromana

Prominent warehouse with excellent frontage to busy road, plenty of parking on-site and excellent access to freeway.

Measures approx. 416sqm with loading bay, hardstand yard and rear roller door for deliveries. Nearby Aldi Supermarket under construction. Available from April Contact Bill on 0422 158 108

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Sales & Leasing

DROMANA

MORNINGTON

FRANKSTON

L’Aqua

2/1002 Nepean Highway

60 Cranbourne Road

BUSINESS FOR SALE

FOR LEASE

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The extremely busy L’Aqua Cafe & Restaurant in Dromana is being offered for sale. This venue

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4 consulting rooms, kitchen & toilet facilities

$1,200,000 + SAV Inspect By appointment.

Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

$6,335pcm + GST + Outgoings Inspect By appointment.

Michelle Adams 0407 743 858

$4900pcm + GST +Outgoings Inspect By appointment.

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MORNINGTON

McCRAE

MOUNT ELIZA

3/19 Bruce Street

140 Main Street

Merchant & Maker Cafe

20 Ranelagh Drive

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BUSINESS FOR SALE

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Licensed venue

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Storage area of 40m2 approx

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Strong coffee trade averaging 40kgs p/w

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Secure, modern office building

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Total building area 446 m2 approx

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Busy industrial location

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Young business with strong growth

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Shared kitchen & toilet

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Available Now

Contact Agent Inspect By appointment.

Michelle Adams 0407 743 858

$14,500 pcm + GST + Outgoings Inspect By appointment.

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Suite 10: 60m2 approx on the first floor Rent: $1,760pcm + GST + Outgoings

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potential Michelle Adams 0407 743 858

$345,000 plus SAV Inspect By appointment.

Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

From $1,250pcm +GST+Outgoings Inspect By appointment.

MORNINGTON

MORNINGTON

MORNINGTON

MORNINGTON

Frank’s Classique Bakery

8 Frank Street

5 Figs On Main

3 Bennetts Road

BUSINESS FOR SALE

FOR SALE

BUSINESS FOR SALE

Michelle Adams 0407 743 858

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Established storage unit complex

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Warehouse with office space

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Total land holding of 510m2 approx

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Offers over $100,000 (+SAV) Inspect By appointment.

Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

$425,000 Inspect By appointment.

Michelle Adams 0407 743 858

$99,000 + SAV Inspect By appointment.

Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

$445,000 Inspect By appointment.

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4/1085 Frankston Flinders Road SOMERVILLE •Tenant: Craig Mann, First National Real Estate •Rental: $23,146*pa •5+5 years lease •Adjoining Aldi Supermarket

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4/6 Eramosa Road East SOMERVILLE • Tenant: Metamorphic Hair • Rental: $21,500*pa • Building Area: 115m2* • Freehold investment or owner/ occupier opportunity

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Properties For Lease

For Sale - Mornington

OFFICES FOR LEASE (Mornington unless specified) 6/356 Main Street - 105sqm

$2,950pcm+GST+OG

2/10 Blamey Place - 216sqm

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Impressive Warehouse with Parking

Occupy or Invest - Mornington Showroom

• 250sqm Factory w/ Mezzanine on corner position • Office/ bathroom facilities • Roller door / Lockable Gates • 4 x Car spaces • Available 1st April 2017

• Prime Frankston-Flinders Road frontage and exposure • Front and Side Parking (securely fenced) • Clear-span warehouse ideal for multiple uses (STCA) • Roller Door Access • Building Area: 185sqm (approx.)

• Superb showroom of some 500sqm (excl. mezz) • High clearance warehousing with high-bay lighting • 3 Phase power • Workshop/ staff room • Main Road location with great access

Lease Price: $2,180pcm+GST+Outgoings Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

For Lease - Dromana

Lease Price: $2,000pcm + GST + Outgoings Contact: Jamie Stuart 0412 565 562

Sale Price: $1,000,000 plus Contact: Jamie Stuart 0412 565 562

For Sale - Rosebud

For Sale - Mornington

11 Railway Gve – 220sqm

$4,585pcm+GST+OG

2/28 Main Street – 20sqm

$1,300pcm+GST+OG

4/15 Carbine Way - From 12sqm

From $750pcm+GST $1,300pcm+GST+SF

Suite 2, Level 3/28 Main Street -14sqm

FACTORIES FOR LEASE (Mornington unless specified) 1/13 Latham Street - 250sqm

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8/13 Trewitt Crt Dromana - 250sqm

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2/2135 F’ston Flinders Rd Hastings - 345sqm $2,000pcm+GST+OG 1&6/27 Progress St – 40sqm

From $520pcm+GST

139 Mornington Tyabb Rd - 430sqm

$5,236pcm+GST+OG

2065 F’ston Flinders Rd Hastings 185sqm

$2,000pcm+GST+OG

3/2135 F’ston Flinders Rd Hastings - 345sqm $2,000pcm+GST+OG 6/55 Simcock St, Somerville – 200sq

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Hair & Beauty Factory Outlet

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For Sale - Mornington

$6,250pcm+GST+OG

5/11 Blake Street - 80sqm

$4,290pcm+GST+OG

10/739 Pt Nepean Rd McCrae - 66sqm

$3,150pcm+GST+OG

• Grab yourself an absolute bargain • Offered as an asset sale only • Keep as is or embrace this rare opportunity to secure a lease in Main Street Mornington.

• Bustling cafe opposite Coles & Woolworths • Sunny corner position with plenty of outdoor seating • 5 + 5 year lease with affordable rent • Full commercial kitchen with grease trap • Liquor Licence included on premises

Sale Price: $45,000 WIWO Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 565 454

Sale Price: On Application Contact: Jamie Stuart 0412 565 562

107a Tanti Avenue - 200sqm

For Sale - Mornington

$4,850pcm+GST+OG

15/739 Pt Nepean Rd McCrae - 80sqm

$4,950pcm+GST+OG

MEDICAL CONSULTING (Mornington unless specified) $5,000pcm+GST+OG

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Retail Space

Main Street Freehold

Main Street Location

• Two Properties to be Sold as One • Office/Warehouse leased to ASX listed tenant • Fully leased income : $60,000pa • Separate warehouse of 172sqm vacant as of 1st May

• Approx. 140sqm of retail space on Point Nepean Road • Split system heating and cooling • Large display window • Kitchen and bathroom facilities.

• Great Freehold Opportunity in Main Street Mornington • Leased to quality tenant until 2019 with further 3 year term • Returning approx. $26,000pa plus outgoings and GST

• Premier office suite of approx. 105sqm • 5 separate offices and boardroom • Open plan reception • 5 car spaces • Available 30th April 2017.

Sale Price: $1,000,000 plus Contact: Jamie Stuart 0412 565 562

Lease Price: $1,583pcm + GST + Outgoings Contact: Jamie Stuart 0412 565 562

Sale Price: $550,000 Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 565 454

Lease Price: $2,950pcm +GST+OG Contact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

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ADAM BRAND WILL GET YOU ON YOUR FEET There’s a revolution happening in the world of Adam Brand. It’s a creative revolution that sees Brand redefin-ing boundaries and returning with the most ambitious record of his career, GET ON YOUR FEET. The album pushes the envelope in a way that few country artists of the modern era have ever attempted. This is Adam Brand in 2017, and he’s bringing a full deck of fine songs to the party that will establish a new high-water mark for him in a career that is already rich with them.

With a new genre pushing record that’s set to send critics and fans reaching for new superlatives, Brand remains one the giants of modern Australian country music. One of country’s few contemporary icons, Brand has built a career that has seen him sell over half a million CDs and DVDs while earning three platinum and five gold albums. His catalogue includes such seminal albums as Last Man Standing, Adam Brand, Get Loud, Blame It On Eve and It’s Gonna Be OK. Throughout his career Adam Brand has been recognised internationally - particularly in the USA. He has an admirer in Taylor Swift - who hand picked him to tour with her in 2011. Brand has been nominated four times for the ARIA Best Country Album award and has won a dozen CMAAs (Country Music Awards of Australia) including multiple wins in the Song of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year categories. Adam has won twelve Golden Guitar Awards. He is also the series winner of Dancing With The Stars.

Still, the one thing that continues to define Adam Brand ‘the artist’ is his desire to evolve and move forward. Blazing a sonic trail fuelled by what is happening right now in muisc, GET ON YOUR FEET is a stellar return for the artist.

GET ON YOUR FEET was recorded between

Nashville and Sydney and features a collection of songs des-tined to become radio favourites. Immediate highlights include the title track and first single ‘Get On Your Feet’ (with the killer line ‘let’s party like the bomb just dropped’), ‘When You Get Lonely’, ’When She Walks By,’ ‘Heaven Has A Soundtrack’ and ‘Leave It On’.

Adam has been collating material for GET ON

YOUR FEET for as long as it took him to find the best possi-ble songs. Before beginning work on the album, Brand enjoyed a hugely successful tour with his mates un-der the guise of Adam Brand & The Outlaws. The group ‘set fire to the town’ night after night.

As their popu-larity continued to build, Brand was considering his next move back to his natural habitat as a solo perform-er.

“After My Side Of The Street (An ARIA Top 5 in 2014 - for which he won CMC Artist of the Year) came out, I felt like I needed to do something fun and different. The Outlaws was a nice segue. The idea had been in my head for years. I wanted a break from being ‘me’ …” he explains.

“I knew I was ready to make a new record.

I was looking for great songs that I wanted to sing. Every song had to be a song that I wanted to press ‘repeat’ on when I was driving in the car.”

Working with Nashville based songwriters Erin Enderlin and Alex Kline (Enderlin has collaborated regularly with Brand throughout his career) - the search for top shelf songs was undertaken with gusto. Adam admits he gave a hundred and fifty tunes a spin and was smitten with around twenty of them. GET ON YOUR FEET features the best of the best.

Ten songs made the final running order. This album really is all killer and no filler.

“I’d been collecting these songs for twelve months,” Brand admits, “I know them really well and I’ve never gotten sick of them. I still wanted to keep listening to them even after I’d played them for the 100th time. ‘Every Time She Walks By’, ‘Get On Your Feet’, ‘Heaven’, ‘Drunk’ … ‘Why Can’t Love Be Easy’. I’ve been singing along to those songs like a fan in my car since mid-last-year.”

With the material written and recording sessions completed in Nashville, Adam cut his vocal parts with Ted Howard (Paul Kelly/ Yothu Yindi) at Rancom Street Studios in Sydney. The result sees Adam Brand return with an album that will redefine his place in the country music pantheon.

It’s time to GET ON YOUR FEET. Adam Brand will be playing at The Grand Hotel, Mornington, on Friday 28 April. Tickets at grand.oztix.com.au or www.grand.net.au

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BABBA SET FOR A GRAND ENTRANCE Welcome to the wonderful musical illusion that is BABBA! For 21 years, BABBA have been thrilling audiences with their superb re-creation of 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s super group ABBA and the legacy of hits they gave us.

With glitz and glamour served up with Swedish accents and enough musical memories to fill 2 hours to overflowing, BABBA will take you on a journey through time to when satin was King and Dancing

Queens ruled.

For two hours, Benny, Bjorn, Agnetha and Frida can be yours once again and all you have to do is believe.

This enticing mix of sights and sounds allows the authenticity of the music to flow through the audience as the unmistakable harmonies of the girls sits comfortably alongside the driving rhythm section and classic Bjorn guitar riffs that we all love so much.

BABBA is the ultimate fun time; no matter how old or how young you may be, the show, just like the music, is timeless.

Audiences know when they have seen the best and been a part of something very special and they just want more; that is why BABBA audiences keep coming back, time after time after time.

BABBA will be playing at The Grand Hotel, Mornington, on Friday 24 March. Tickets at grand.oztix.com.au or www.grand.net.au

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THE RED HILL SHOW....

THERE’S NOTHING LIKE IT! This Saturday, the Red Hill Showgrounds will come alive with the festivities of one the State’s most popular agricultural shows. “That the grounds are packed with entertainment for the whole family this year”, said Bec Davis Executive Officer.

“Local community groups such as the Red Hill Tennis Cub and Main Ridge Bowls & Petanque will be running free programs for all. Baluk Arts will help us create a community canvas where everyone can participate from 11am til 2pm”. What’s a show without the animals! With a remarkable array of animals including Clydesdales, Pintos, cattle, sheep, alpacas, poultry, minature goats, ferrets, working dogs and more kids can experience a taste of country life. The McClelland Spinners & Weavers and Peninsula Woodturners Guild will be demonstrating their craft.

Sample ciders from across the country as part of the inaugural Cider Show located at the Gourmet Paddock, with special guest wine reviewer Max Allen running a cider master class at 1.45pm. The MPP sponsored cooking stage will be on fire with our local celebrity food writer, Richard Cornish as MC and MasterChef semi-finalist Michael Demagistris sharing his secrets. Pavilions will be filled with flowers, fruit, vegetables, cooking, craft, photography and art. World Underhand Champion, Braydon Meyer will

join the countries best to fight it out for a Victorian Title in the woodchop arena.

On the sound stage this year, Music Industry (local school kids) will perform followed by rhythmic workshops with Amadou our African

Drummer starting at 10.45am. At 12.30pm The Jackson Four will move us with their jazz grooves and we will finish with blues tones Rob Papp & The Blueshead. There will be plenty of free music, activities and

attractions for the whole family. Don’t miss the Grand Parade at 3.00pm!

For show enquiries: ph:5989 2357 e:info@redhillshow.com.au www.redhillshow.com.au

FELT-TIP SUPERHERO TEXTAQUEEN AND ARTISTIC CRUSADER STEPHEN MUSHIN In Between you and me TextaQueen explores gender, race and identity through the medium of fibre-tipped pens. Bringing together work created over a 15 year period, this survey exhibition reflects on how visual and popular culture inform personal identity via reinterpretations of the salon nude, re-creations of cultural and historical identities undressed in the Australian landscape and critiques of colonial histories in apocalyptic movie poster portraits.

TextaQueen was an artist in residence at the Mornington Peninsula Shire’s Police Point Artist in Residence Cottage in 2016. A new body of photographic works created during the residency is on display in the exhibition, where TextaQueen draped herself in seaweeds, saltbush and other flora of the landscape to evoke high fashion photography.

Plan A / Plan B: The fanciful world of Stephen Mushin is an exhibition of drawings, 3D printed models and back-of-napkin calculations for unorthodox, but theoretically possible plans to save the world. Stephen Mushin is an inventor, designer and artist who has considered fantastical ways to save the planet, including an enormous model of a taxi-milkshake-café powered by farting cows and a floating polar bear habitat made of recycled refrigerators. Visitors to the exhibition can create their own fantastical designs out of 10,000 magnets featuring 1,000 of Stephen Mushin’s objects.

Also on display is Matthew Clarke’s second largest painting ever, Wallabies Republic, exploring his long running themes of environmentalism and wallabies.

Join TextaQueen in conversation about cultural identity with Max Delany, Artistic

Director and CEO of ACCA and Anusha Kenny, curator and writer on Thursday 30 March, 5.30pm, from $18. Stephen Mushin is hosting a creative ideas session on Sunday 23 April, 4pm, from $12.

Pre-schoolers can enjoy a Young at Art session on Tuesday 14 March or Tuesday 18 April, 10am, $5. School holiday workshops for teens with TextaQueen or 8-14 year olds with artist and designer Stephen Mushin, 5 & 8 April, $12.

MORNINGTON PENINSULA REGIONAL GALLERY. 24 Feb – 30 April. Civic Reserve, Dunns Road, Mornington. Hours: Tuesday– Sunday 10am–5pm. Exhibition admission fees: $4 adults / $2 concession. General information: 03 5950 1580 or mprg.mornpen. vic.gov.au

24 February – 30 April CHAMPIONS OF CHANGE SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOP WITH TEXTAQUEEN

Wednesday 5 April, 1-3pm, $12, 15-24 year olds A CONVERSATION WITH TEXTAQUEEN, MAX DELANY AND ANUSHA KENNY

Thursday 30 March, 5.30pm-6.30pm, $18

visit mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au

Civic Reserve, Dunns Road Mornington VIC 3931 Open Tues–Sun 10am–5pm Phone: 03 5950 1580

TextaQueen, Reunion 2014 (detail), fibre-tipped markers, coloured pencil and synthetic polymer paint on paper, MPRG Collection purchased 2014

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100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...

Mr Hanton dies of an “internal complaint” yards, when they will offer for sale 60 horses and ponies, including draughts, medium, and light horses. *** THE monthly meeting of the Somerville Fruitgrowers’ Association will be held on Monday next at 9pm in the Mechanics’ Institute. Business– Addresses by Messrs G. Shepherd and G. Griffeth on cross fertilization re show grounds, and other. *** ON Sunday next Harvest Thanksgiving Services will be held in the Frankston Methodist Church. Rev E. Tonkin will preach in the morning and the Rev R. W. Thompson of Box Hill in the evening. Harvest Festival services will be celebrated at Somerville and Langwarrin. *** SHOPKEEPERS are reminded that they are required to register their shops on or before the 14th March in each year, under a penalty of £10 for default, be delivering to the Secretary for Labor, Melbourne, a properly filled in form with the prescribed fees. *** THIS afternoon the Somerville Red Cross Society will entertain about 150 returned sick and wounded soldiers. The Langwarrin Brass Band will be in attendance and enliven the proceedings with a program of excellent music. On Sunday the “Wattle Club” will entertain another batch of about 100 in the Frankston Park in the hospitable manner in which this Club has become noted for.

Compiled by Cameron McCullough WE regret to have to record the death of Mr H B. Hanton, of “Ashburnham” Frankston. He has been in failing health for some 18 months past, and about 6 months ago went under an operation for an internal complaint, from which he never seemed to properly rally, but gradually sank and died peacefully on Monday morning last.

He wa engaged for many years in the fish mongering business, carrying on the business of two shops in Melbourne.

After retiring he resided for some time at Tooradin, and about 8 years ago purchased “Ashburnham” where he resided up to the time of his death.

He was a Past Master in the Masonic Lodge, in which order he took an active interest.

The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon the remains being interred in the Frankston Cemetery, the Rev E. McFarlane officiating at the grave.

A Masonic Service was also held conducted by Chaplain Captain Gates, of the Langwarrin Military Camp, which was most impressive.

A wife and grown up family are left to mourn their loss.

The funeral arrangements were carried out by Mr H. Gamble, of Frankston. *** MESSRS Alex. Scott and Co. will hold a special horse sale on Thursday next in the Tanti sale

*** AN application came before the last meeting of the Frankston and Hastings Council for assistance towards defraying the preliminary expenses to establish a Technical School at Caulfield but as it was considered that spending the funds for such a purpose did not come within the scope of their powers, a “tarpaulin” muster was made, and 10s was speedily collected as a help in the direction needed. *** THE “Wattle” Club are entertainning a number of returned soldiers on Sunday afternoon in the Frankston Park. They are expected to arrive about 3 o’clock and will be accompanied by a Military Band, and given fine weather, the trip should be a bright and beneficial one for our tired and warstained heroes.

Donations of refreshments, fruit, nuts and lollies will be gratefully accepted from all who care to assist the soldiers in this way. *** LANGWARRIN Camp presented an animated and picturesque appearance on Sunday evening last when some of the principals of the J. C. Williamson Company produced the pantomime “The House that Jack Built” Crowds of visitors arrived from all parts of the district and the seating accommodation of the splendid hall was taxed to its utmost.

The soldiers thoroughly appreciated the efforts of the artists who entertained them.

The Company will be remembered for a long time to come as one of the best and brightest ever seen at the Camp. *** “Anxious” writes to inquire if there is any Government regulation as to the size of land required for a State School in the country.

The size of school sites is not fixed by regulations, but it is the desire of the Department that new school sites should be at least three acres in extent, so as to provide suitable play grounds, space for gardens and experimental plots, as well as room for a teacher’s residence should it be considered desirable at any time to erect one. *** THE cricket match which took place on Saturday last, Frankston v Lang warrin, Camp, in the Frankston Park, resulted in a win for the home team.

The Langwarrin Military Band played selections during the afternoon, and enlivened proceedings considerably.

Afternoon tea was provided by Mrs Box and her friends, which lent in no small measure, to the enjoyment of the afternoon. *** THE news received from the front with regard to Frankston boys is of a very depressing nature.

On Saturday Mr H. McComb received a cable from the Department that his son, Bert had been killed while in action in France. Private B McComb, who was 21 years of

age, has lived nearly all his life in Frankston, and for his particularly bright and cheerful disposition was a general favorite with everyone.

For three years prior to enlisting he was a student at Stott’s College, and vying for the profession of engineer for which he showed peculiar aptitude, and the head of the College stated that he was one of the finest students that ever passed through.

We sadly sympathise with the parents and family in their great loss.

The Defence Department also have sent word that Private Alan G. Young, has been severely wounded, and and sent to the Working Military Hospital, England, suffering from gunshot wound to the face, knee and foot.

Private Young, joined in August, 1914, and served in Gallipoli. After serving about 15 months he was invalided home, reaching Australia in November, 1915. After recuperating for several months he was again went to Broadmeadows where he met with a bad accident through a transport running over him for which he was detained in hospital, several months.

He finally got away for further second deployment October last, and was serving in France when he again was knocked over.

His friends are anxiously waiting future news of him. *** From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 10 March, 1917

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THE MEANING OF EXISTENCE... AND OTHER SHORT STORIES

The Baden Powell Merit Badge fiasco

By Stuart McCullough IT just feels wrong. Although technically speaking I’m entitled, there’s something not quite right about the fact that I have them. I am (I suspect) not acting in accordance with community expectations. It’s a shame; I was so proud when I received them. Amidst the pomp and ceremony, I couldn’t contain my glee. But the harsh truth is, these days I couldn’t tie a sheepshank knot if my life depended on it. That’s why I’ve decided to return my Scouting merit badges.

It may seem unlikely now, but I was once a Scout. ‘Be Prepared’ was our motto. The key requirement of being a Scout was endurance. You had to be able to turn up to the Moorooduc Town Hall every Wednesday evening wearing shorts, regardless of the conditions.

There were nights where I begged my parents for a reprieve, wanting instead to stay home where it was warm to watch the latest installment of ‘The Fall Guy’ starring Lee Majors. These erstwhile pleas fell not on ears that weren’t deaf, just determinedly unsympathetic.

Later, as I stood at attention, the goose bumps on my legs were big enough to be seen from the moon.

There were merit badges for pretty much everything. From woodwork to physical fitness, I pursued them with an enthusiasm that was not so much unbridled as unhinged. Those badges that looked overly difficult, however, were quickly eliminated from consideration as I doggedly pursued the path of least resistance. Having selected the merit badge I wanted (cooking, personal cleanliness, Twentieth Century pre-

revolutionary Russian Literature etc), I would then begin a relentless campaign of harassment directed at my father.

He’d be busy doing work around the yard (which always involved a mattock, the wheelbarrow, tatty nylon tracksuit pants and a ‘Wham!’ t-shirt he picked up on sale) when I’d beg for

help.

Ultimately, my father would concede and agree to assess whatever it was I was supposed to be doing in order to earn my merit badge. I recall him timing me as I raced down the driveway to test my fitness. Most likely, I was wearing gumboots as I tore across the gravel

at a rate of knots. Other activities were less physical and more of a technical nature. It was here that my father’s patience was sorely tested.

I have never been very handy. My brother, however, was good with his hands and quickly progressed from Lego to knocking up a greenhouse during the course of an afternoon while I puzzled over how to get the lid off the super glue. Despite this, I would often attempt technically oriented scouting tasks. Without exception, these attempts were disastrous and would transform a pleasant Saturday afternoon into something far more excruciating for me, my father and everyone in a four-kilometer radius as my howled cries of anguish were hurled heavenwards. Ultimately, I would succeed or, at least, get within sniffing distance; enough for my father to declare that some base level of proficiency had been achieved.

The merit badges were awarded during the parade ceremony. The event bore little resemblance to the opening ceremony of the Moscow Olympics and mostly consisted of having your name called out before stepping forward to collect your merit badge. I doubt I have ever felt as proud as the day I was awarded the merit badges for short crust pastry and atomic fusion (beginner level). Once awarded, these bright little patches would then be sewn on to the sleeve of my shirt as a reminder to my peers of my general awesomeness. Within a short period of time I’d earned a slew of badges. Impatient when my mother claimed she had better things to do, I began sewing on my own badges; an act of intemperance

that somewhat ironically earned me another merit badge.

The most elusive merit badge for me involved knots. Knots were, and remain to this day, my nemesis. Whole evenings at Scouts would be dedicated to the art of the knot. We’d be handed two pieces of rope and spend the entire night trying to do something useful with them. I can still picture the troop leaders explaining how one end of the rope would be folded, tucked, tugged and tightened. They may as well have been speaking another language. But determined (k)not to let two bits of rope get the better of me, I practiced all kinds of ropey configurations – the granny knot, the reef knot, the sheet bend and (if I was feeling especially game) the double sheet bend. Perhaps the one I should have learned was the ‘Forget Me Knot’.

After what felt like several decades of practice I was assessed and duly awarded a merit badge. I then used my exceptional sewing skills to affix it to my shirt. But however monumental this achievement, it’s lost to me now.

The only knot I can tie is the one I use for my shoelaces and, even then, it’s a day-to-day proposition. I have failed to live up to the scouting motto of ‘Be Prepared’. My motto at this point is probably ‘Outsource Early and Often’.

So please, accept these merit badges along with a personal apology from me to Lord Baden-Powell. My Scouting achievements should now be considered expunged, stricken forever from the record. Dib, dib, dib; dob, dob, dob; blah, blah, blah; etcetera and so forth. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

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Going down: Mt Martha and Delacombe Park batted it out with Mt Martha dropping out of the District top four after the defeat. Picture: Rab Siddhi

Islanders avoid drop PROVINCIAL

By IT Gully LONG Island has avoided relegation to District grade after pulling off a memorable victory over Pines on Saturday in MPCA Provincial cricket.

The Islanders came into the final match of the season a game clear of the Ducs and its percentage was just a smidge better.

Whilst it was unlikely that Moorooduc would beat Mornington at Alexandra Park, the Islanders still needed to win to guarantee them of preventing relegation.

As it turned out, the Ducs thumped the Doggies, which made the Islanders’ win crucial.

At the other end of the table, Mt Eliza belted Somerville and stamped its authority on the top four, finishing in fourth place.

Baxter and Langwarrin both lost in their final games of the season and finished second and third respectively, while Peninsula Old Boys belted Crib Point to finish clear on top of the ladder.

Long Island won the toss against Pines and sent them into bat. The Piners scored 8/148 with Craig Entwhistle scoring 50 and Damien Lawrence 47.

Andrew Tweddle claimed 4/44 and Greg Lamb 3/34.

In reply, the Islanders were in some trouble at 2/11, however, Stuart Swift steadied things with 40, Tweddle hit 28 and Aaron Paxton got 32.

Long Island scored 6/150 with four overs to spare.

Peninsula Old Boys sent a very loud warning to the rest of the teams in the finals after belting Crib Point.

POB beat the Pies with 25 overs to spare and nine wickets in hand.

After rolling the Pies for 124 in 40

overs, Dylan O’Malley then put on one of his many clinics, smashing 13 fours and four sixes, scoring 96 of the first 116 runs scored. Wade Pelzer had the best seat in the house and was not out 26 as his side scored 1/125 in 15 overs.

Baxter will limp into the finals after losing its two final home and away matches to POB and Pearcedale on Saturday.

Winning the toss and batting first, Baxter made 5/184 after Daniel Warwick and Chris Brittain opened with 82 and 55 respectively.

However, 103 from Chris Dew opening the innings and 39 from Max Blackburn saw the Panthers score 6/189 in 37.1 overs.

Dale Irving and Chamika Sattambi snared two wickets each.

Despite losing its final two matches, Baxter would be very confident this weekend against Langwarrin, given

their domination over the Kangas for many seasons.

The Kangas could only scrounge 8/157 against Sorrento, which replied with 5/158 in 36 overs, thanks to an unbeaten 112 to skipper Bobby Wilson.

Matt Prosser top scored for Langwarrin with 43, while Mal Coutts again came to the rescue with an unbeaten 31.

There was no stopping Wilson though, who opened the innings and saw the first two wickets fall for 24.

Jedd Falck helped to stem the tide with 21. Travis Campbell was the pick of the Langy bowlers with 3/32 from 10 overs.

Mt Eliza made 180 against Somerville with Justin Grant top scoring with 65 before rolling the Eagles for 110 in the 30th over. Leigh Lowry top scored for the Eagles with 60. Grant was the man with the ball too, taking 3/17 from five while Shaun Knott and Lyle House

picked up two wickets each.

Ben Williams opened with 77 and Michael Whincup hit 52 to help Moorooduc to 6/202 against Mornington.

The Dogs were then rolled in embarrassing fashion for just 106 in 25 overs.

Brad McDonald top scored with 40 after picking up 4/52 with the ball.

In the Provincial Semi-Finals this weekend, POB will host Mt Eliza and Baxter will be home to Langwarrin.

Baxter and Langwarrin met in Round 2 and the game was washed-out. Baxter was all over the Kangas after scoring 254 and then had them 4/93 in reply after 50 overs.

Mt Eliza beat POB after scoring 263 in their round six match, the last game before Christmas. POB was then bowled out for 207.

Sharks grab finals place at death DISTRICT

By IT Gully FLINDERS has snatched the final place in the MPCA District top four after knocking over Heatherhill in the final home and away game of the season.

Mt Martha held onto fourth place going into the final round, while both Heatherhill and Flinders sat outside waiting to pounce.

The Reds couldn’t get the job done against Delacombe Park, giving the Hills and the Sharks the opportunity to grab the final spot.

It went down to the wire but the Sharks got there in the end with nine balls to spare.

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Heatherhill batted first at BA Cairns Reserve and didn’t get away to a great start, losing its first five wickets for 54 runs.

The tail had some wag however with Brett Maxwell scoring 48, Matt Meagher 40, Steven O’Donnell 23 and Zach Horsley 20, giving the Hills 8/178 off 40 overs – a very competitive total.

Flinders openers Tom Clements (76) and Andrew Power (33) got the home side away to a great start with an opening stand of 116, before Mitch Stansborough (30) and Shane Beggs (21) got them home with six wickets in hand.

Delacombe Park finished in second place on the ladder and in beat-

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ing Mt Martha on Saturday, booted them from the top four.

The Reds could only muster 119 in their 39.5 overs. Dean Blight, Andrew Stapleton and Ricky Ramsdale all took two wickets each.

In reply, the Parkers scored 8/121 with one over to spare, a returning Joel Malcolm top scoring with 49, while Rob Fisher hit 28.

Seaford made it two big scalps in as many weeks, this time beating Main Ridge, despite Shaun Foster scoring 100.

The Ridge won the toss and sent Seaford in. The Tigers made 220 with Chris Cleef top scoring with 67.

The Ridge looked to be coasting at 1/119 and again at 2/167, before los-

ing 7/18, including Foster for a ton and Holmes for 40.

Foster’s past five innings have been 142, 76, 70, 73, 35 and 100.

Red Hill did what was required to beat Rosebud.

The Buds batted first and made 9/119 in 40 overs. The Hillmen got there with three wickets in hand and one over to spare. Rheede Hopgood top scored with 45.

Fittingly, Rye and Boneo drew in their match at RJ Rowley Reserve.

Boneo won the toss and batted first, scoring 6/142 from its 40 overs.

With scores locked together with one ball remaining in the match, Cooper Morks was run out and the Demons were all out for 142.

Regardless of the result, Boneo finished on the bottom of the ladder and will be relegated to Sub District next season.

Baden Powell got the job done against Seaford Tigers, winning with plenty of overs to spare.

The Braves won the toss and sent the Tigers into bat, where they made 9/166 in 40 overs with Aaron Mountey top scoring with 68. The Braves then responded with 4/167 in 37 overs. Mountey was the best of the Tigers with the ball also, claiming 3/41.

This weekends’ semi-finals will see Red Hill host Flinders and Delacombe Park host Main Ridge.

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Frogs leap into the finals SUB-DISTRICT

By IT Gully TOOTGAROOK will play Hastings for the second week in succession after comfortably booking its place in the MPCA Sub District finals on Saturday.

The Frogs needed to win its final match of the season against the ladder leaders to assure themselves a place in the finals.

The teams will meet again in the semifinal this Saturday and Sunday, while in the other semi-final, Ballam Park and Frankston YCW will go head-to-head.

Whilst Hastings would have liked to have won its last home and away game,

the prize for a win was much, much bigger for the home side.

Tootgarook won the toss and batted first and it was Travis French, who did the damage, scoring 99 opening the innings to help his side to a defendable total of 7/167 after 40 overs.

It was the second time this season that French had scored in the 90s, unfortunately for him falling short of the magical three figures.

Todd Harnett (27) and Matt Whelan (24) played their part in the win.

Luke Hewitt was the pick of the Hastings bowlers with 3/28 off 10 overs, while Isuru Dias snared 2/43 from his 10.

The Hastings top order all got starts but when Robbie Hearn was gone for 21 with the score on 44, a collapse sent the visitors on the back foot. Jake Hewitt went 10 runs later for a duck and with the score still on 54, Nathan Hunt was sent packing for 24.

Mitch Floy (29) and Luke Hewitt (27) got things back on track and took the score to 3/92, however, they quickly lost 4/24 and the Frogs were home.

Zac Stephenson was the pick of the Tootgarook bowlers with 3/26 off nine overs, Whelan picked-up 3/26 off 7.5 overs and Paul Stephenson took 3/38 from 10. The Blues were all out for 140, 28 runs shy of the target.

Dromana finished the season on a high, beating Carrum. The Hoppers batted first and made 7/184 with Jedd Savage scoring 44, Mark Whitehead 34, Andrew Thomposn 33 and Zac Klan 32.

Cory Foster and Brett Moulton pickedup two wickets each for the Lions.

In reply, the Lions were in the hunt early at 1/70, however, losing 6/17, destroyed any chance of winning.

Zach Dent top scored with 31. Adam Ciavarella snared 4/46 from 10 overs while Jye Voelkl picked up 4/28, giving him 38 wickets for the season.

Ballam Park hasn’t had the ideal preparation going into a finals series, losing its final two games of the season.

On Saturday, the Knights handed Skye their first win of the season. After batting first and making just 6/124.

Skye responded with 8/127 with an over to spare. David Roach top scored for the Knights with 37 and Zac Pedderson opened with 27. Once again, David Cross (0) and Stuart Plunkett (12) contributed little with the bat and the rest of the team failed to respond.

Only a team performance will see the Knights get themselves into a Sub District Grand Final.

Balnarring finished the season with a win, thrashing Carrum Downs.

The Cougars were rolled for 119 before the Saints scored 5/127 in 20 overs.

Bad break for O’Donnell, melee mars tie SOCCER

By Craig MacKenzie A BROKEN leg, a 9-0 thrashing, send-offs and melees involving players, both benches, coaches and spectators – the 2017 FFA Cup had it all last weekend.

Rosebud Heart veteran Simon O’Donnell suffered a broken fibia and tibia of his right leg during Saturday’s 3-1 win over Dandenong Warriors at Knox Regional Centre.

“That’s my career over. I don’t want my son ever seeing that again and will just focus on my weekends with him,” said O’Donnell on Sunday awaiting surgery at Knox Private Hospital.

Heart was 2-0 up after 11 minutes thanks to a sizzling strike by Blake Hicks and a low volley from Daniel Hodge.

O’Donnell’s injury came in the 26th minute and he was stretchered off.

“Some of the players were really shaken up by the incident and we lost our way a bit,” said Heart gaffer Scott Morrison.

A behind-the-play incident in the 35th minute resulted in a send-off for Warriors’ Warnyang Pouch and in the 75th minute teammate Hadiy Muradi also received his marching orders after allegedly calling an assistant referee a faggot.

A Zac Karolidis free-kick in the 80th minute made it 3-0 and the Warriors’ consolation goal in the 89th minute was scored by Joshua Topping.

The cup double header at Centenary Park on Saturday opened in expected fashion as Skye United walked all over Ballarat visitor Forest Rangers.

However it ended in uproar after a fiery clash between home team Peninsula Strikers and visitors Brimbank Stallions that saw three players red carded amid ugly scenes on an off the pitch and as the teams went to the dressing rooms at game’s end.

Forest Rangers went into this round two clash after forfeits in the cup’s qualifying rounds and without a reserve goalkeeper and just one player on the substitutes’ bench.

“These are all the players we could get to come down here but we don’t believe in forfeits and I think every club that forfeits should be fined,” said Rangers coach Sam Muscat.

It took three goals in five minutes of the first half to settle the issue.

Rangers’ goalkeeper Daniel Cook was dreadful in the air and decidedly uneasy with the ball at his feet – a sure recipe for disaster.

Yet Cook stopped Skye on numerous occasions and was one of his

Red card: Strikers’ star Aziz Bayeh was one of three players sent off during a fiery cup tie. Picture: Dion Stallbaum

side’s best players albeit that he was helped by finishing that bordered on slapstick comedy.

Skye’s first half barrage was started

by John Andrinopoulos scoring from close range after Cook flapped at a Mark O’Connor free kick in the 24th minute.

A minute later a cheeky O’Connor stepover sent Wumjock Jock through and despite getting a hand to Jock’s shot Cook couldn’t take enough momentum off the ball.

In the 29th minute Khor Gatluak nutmegged an opponent on the right then squared to Jock who made it 3-0.

Jason Nowakowski was at the back post following a Gatluak cross from the right and slotted the ball past Cook to make it 4-0 in the 41st minute.

A fine interpassing movement right on half-time ended with Cook parrying O’Connor’s shot and presenting Nick Theodore with a tap-in for No 5.

O’Connor’s far post header in the 62nd minute made it 6-0, Jock notched his hat-trick in the 67th minute, Cook miskicked to Theodore who steadied then curled a low shot past the stranded keeper in the 69th minute and Marcus Collier finally got on the scoresheet late in the game.

The marketing catchcry “the magic of the cup” took on a new meaning when Strikers and Stallions locked horns in the second cup tie at Centenary Park.

Brimbank keeper Alex Capias kept his side in the contest early denying Alex Hopson and Aziz Bayeh and getting a finger tip to a low Grant Davies shot that struck the far upright.

Brimbank’s best chance fell to Riccardo Ventaglio in the 16th minute but his lob sailed over the bar and the visitors went closer in the 28th minute after Strikers failed to clear a corner and a header clipped the crossbar

before going over.

A good interpassing move and superb finish broke the deadlock in the 34th minute.

Tom Hawkins on the left played the ball inside to Bayeh who played in Davies wide on the right and from a tight angle he struck the ball across Capias and inside the far post to make it 1-0.

Swiss import Raphael Stultz made a poor decision in the 40th minute sliding in from behind to tackle an opponent and received his second caution and an automatic red card.

Stultz handed the captain’s armband to livewire English midfielder Danny Brooks and the 10 men increased their lead in the final minute of the half when Hopson played in Bayeh who beat one defender then slotted the ball past the helpless Capias to make it 2-0.

Strikers re-arranged their personnel at half-time bringing on Trevor Johnston and Conor Keely with both

players slotting in to the defensive formation.

Strikers defended superbly in the second stanza and the Stallions became increasingly frustrated.

A melee erupted on the pitch and soon spilled over into the Strikers’ technical area and even saw spectators jumping the fence and becoming involved.

Not long after being substituted in the 60th minute Ventaglio became embroiled in a slanging match with the Strikers’ bench and had to be restrained by teammates and coaching staff after charging into Strikers’ technical area.

Spotfires erupted throughout the remainder of the contest and came to a head in the dying moments after a midair double-footed tackle on Bayeh by Stallions substitute Hayden Formosa.

The referee sent off Formosa for violent conduct but when he also sent off Bayeh the Strikers’ bench was up in arms at the decision.

The ill feeling lingered at game’s end with players having to be separated as they slowly made their way off the pitch.

Seaford United beat Frankston Pines 4-2 in their cup clash at Monterey Reserve on Saturday.

Seaford’s scorers were Daniel Walsh (32nd and 38th minutes), Dylan Waugh (45th) and Nick Ormond (85th) while Pines’ goals came from Ben Millward (4th) and Munib Mohamed (45th).

Pines went into the contest without star imports Christopher L’Enclume and Cedric Permal who are waiting for clearances from Mauritius.

“Three of Seaford’s goals came from crosses that we couldn’t handle which was poor on our part but they deserved their victory,” said Pines’ boss Billy Rae. Meanwhile Somerville Eagles have appointed Neil Herd as senior coach while Baxter has pulled off a major coup with the signing of attacking midfielder Jack Gallagher from Kingston City.

However Baxter star Liam Kilner is out for three months with a bulging disc in his lower back.

Baxter takes on Healesville at Baxter Park at 2pm on Saturday and 30-yearold former Clifton Hill midfielder Liam Tinsley will line-up for Roy Kilner’s side.

Mornington, Langwarrin and Casey Comets enter the round three FFA Cup draw which takes place today (Monday) at FFV headquarters.

Preseason friendly results: Casey Comets 2 Doveton 0, Mornington 5 Westgate 2, Baxter 1 Ashburton 3, Somerville Eagles 1 Berwick Churches 4.

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By Ben Triandafillou RENOWNED thoroughbred owner and breeder, Robert Crabtree, completed back-to-back Group One victories on Blue Diamond Stakes Day at Caulfield on Saturday 25 February.

Crabtree teamed up with Lindsay Park Racing for a winning double as Sheidel and the unbeaten Catchy stormed home to win consecutive Group One’s.

Catchy, who started favourite for the $1.5 million Blue Diamond Stakes, soared late to provide Crabtree with his second Group One victory after a decade of close calls.

By Fastnet Rock out of Cats Whisker, Catchy was purchased at the 2016 Inglis Easter Sales in Sydney for $220,000 and has amassed $1.1 million in prize money.

Crabtree backed up in the following race with his mare, Sheidel, who saluted in the Group One Oakleigh Plate after leading all the way and holding out stablemate Faatinah.

Winning a black type race with a female is always the aim for breeders but to win back-to-back Group One’s is a feat only a handful have completed.

“It’s an amazing thing to happen because it’s extraordinarily rare but the great pleasure too was that they were both female which is great for my breeding business. At the same time they were two such well-regarded traditional group ones,” Crabtree said.

“You race them and you care very much for the welfare of the horse. As a consequence there is always some apprehension, but hopeful that the horse will come back to scale and be fit, well and happy and ready to do it again next time.”

Winning streak: Robert Crabtree with Sheidel.

Crabtree has been at Dorrington Farm on the Mornington Peninsula for 15 years and has relied heavily on Hastings resident Fiona Melling to assist with the management.

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By Ben Triandafillou ROSEBUD golfer, Andrew Schonewille, has recently joined the professional ranks after a very impressive amateur career on the Australian circuit.

Schonewille’s amateur career was far from ordinary leading a Victorian Open after the second round in 2014 and receiving a full scholarship for the 2016 Victorian Elite Squad.

Schonewille is currently in New Zealand for a couple of weeks competing in the ISPS Handa New Zealand Open with fellow Rosebud professional golfer, James Marchesani.

Marchesani has noticed considerable improvement in Schonewille’s game over the years and is impressed with his transition to a professional golfer.

“We grew up playing together and he’s come quite a long way. Coming back from the U.S. he has improved a lot. He led a Victorian Open as an amateur and has made the transition to a pro very well,” Marchesani said.

The pair are coming off the back of a successful Victorian PGA Championship where Marchesani finished tied third, just five shots off the leader, with Schonewille finishing T23.

Learning to play golf since the age of ten, Schonewille is thrilled that he has finally made it to the professional ranks with all his hard work paying off.

“Turning pro would have to be the biggest moment so far as you’ve spent so long as an amateur and it’s great to finally turn pro and have that title. I’m now able to play in ProAms, the Victorian Open and Tier Two events so it definitely gives me more options,” Schonewille said.

After the New Zealand tournaments the pair will be entering the $11,000 Rosebud Country Club Pro-Am on Thursday 23 March and are hoping to make an impact in front of their home crowd.

“Hopefully I am playing well and all sticks on the day. It’ll be great if I can win a pro-am in the home town, so definitely looking forward to it.”

The Pro-Am is the showcase tournament for the club and is an event the locals have wanted to win from a young age.

Schonewille will be playing in the Pro-Am for the first time as a professional golfer while Marchesani is hoping his experience can prevail and improve off last year’s result.

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MOBILITY SCOOTER Monarch Royale 3 only 4 years old absolute top of the range luxury scooter 160 amp large capacity battery adjustable shock absorber coil spring suspension alloy wheels twin emergency disc brakes dashboard features speedo trip metre temperature clock high/low range fuel gauge indicators reverse lights brakes lights head and tail lights optioned with rear cargo box finance available

CARS from

$30

/day

4 0 p/w

FORD XR6 BF2

$11,999

drive away

6 0 p/w

$

CAPRICE V8

drive away

$

FOCUS TURBO DIESEL

$10,999

drive away

drive away

5 5 p/w

$

DODGE AVENGER

$7,999

drive away

2007 dodge avenger sxt 2.7 v6 auto sedan multiple air bags abs cruise 2010 ford focus LV TDCI automatic 5d hatchback with air con abs BF mkII XR6 12/2007 built sedan finished in lightning strike with black traction control stability program climate control full leather int heated cruise front side and head air bags traction control stability program int air conditioned with abs brakes cruse control power windows air seats hands free sunroof heat/cool cup holders power seats alloys power windows remote locks rear spoiler alloy wheels bags traction control body kit alloy wheels books. wyw354 tinted glass. reg: thanna

$7,999

$2,999

$9,999

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$

AUDI A4

2006 audi A4 sedan full leather int 19” alloy’s full audi service history 108,000 km multiple air bags cruise traction control ESP multifunction steering wheel brake assist sunroof power windows fog lights. ykh437

$9,999

$6,999

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5 0 p/w

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2010 MAZDA 3 AUTO

$4,999

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6 5 p/w

$

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2 5 p/w

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DIESEL 7 SEAT

AUTO VIVA HATCH

2002 holden WH caprice low k’s full leather int multiple air bags 2010 GEN11 BL neo sedan automatic multiple air bags abs brakes cruise 2010 holden captiva CX turbo diesel automatic multiple air bags abs brakes cruise 2005 holden viva 5 door automatic hatchback only 163000 ks with air climate control abs brakes cruise traction control rear entertainment control power windows traction control EBD stability control multi esp hill decent roll over stability EBD traction control park sensors cd stacker alloy conditioning power steering remote locks power windows front and wheels tow pack roof rails power sunroof one owner books xsr 301 function steering wheel air conditioned power steering reg 1ge2af alloy’s tinted glass tow pack very clean. 1bu2nh side air bags abs brakes cd player tinted glass reg tzx618

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$3 5 /day

J&D Collins Service

Batteries from Windscreens from Radiators from Brake pads front and rear from

$90 fitted $160 fitted $199 fitted $199 fitted

Log Book Servicing

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MORNINGTON TOYOTA IS SERVING UP...

EW SUV THE RADICAL N

TOYOTA C-HR IS HERE NOw

MELBOURNE’S BEST NEW TOYOTA DEALS

SEE THE ALL NEW

TOYOTA

C-HR AT MORNINGTON

ZERO % IS BACK!

NEw CAMRY

COMPARISON RATE

AVAILABLE ON

ALTISE

SELECTED CAMRY

& AURION MODELS

$27,990 INCLUDES

Drive Away

FREE SATNAV COROLLA

PRADO

$15,990

$23,490

$62,990

ASCENT SPORT AUTO

ASCENT HATCH

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R CHO IC OU E

PEN N

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SULAE

UNBEATABLE QUALITY & PRICE!

AGAIN IN 2017 - wE’VE GOT THE PENINSULA’S BEST RANGE OF CARS, COMMERCIALS, SUV’s & 4X4’s.

TOYOTA CAMRY SPORTIVO SEDAN

TOYOTA YARIS YRX HATCH

TOYOTA COROLLA ASCENT HATCH

Ever reliable 1.8i with automatic transmission.

This is a special little car. Well looked after, low km.

YSZ126

2.4i engine with auotmatic transmission. An immaculate example of the up-speced Sports.

USX239

1.5i with automatic transmission. One caring previous owner and moderate km. Full history.

ZQR727

TOYOTA HIACE AUTOMATIC VAN

MAZDA CX-5 TOURING SERIES

TOYOTA AURION SPORTIVO

$28,990

$29,590

$30,990

$7,990

$13,990

DRIVE AwAY

2.7i with automatic transmission. This ever reliable van includes roof rack and is immaculate.

1AF4YT

DRIVE AwAY

2.0i hi efficiency engine with sports automatic transmission. Moderate km and immaculate.

1JJ7ZF

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TOYOTA RAV 4 GXL SUV wAGON

CHRYSLER 300C LUXURY SALOON

$34,990

$34,990

2.0i with CVT auto transmission. With stunning good looks and low km, this RAV 4 is a winner.

1GU2KE

Awesome 3.6 litre V6 with sports auto transmission. A combination of prestige and muscle car.

1IW8KU

DRIVE AwAY

DRIVE AwAY

TOYOTA HILUX SR5 4X4 DUAL CAB UTE

TOYOTA HILUX SR5 4X4 DUAL CAB UTE

$52,490

$52,490

A superb turbo diesel Hilux with autotransmission and whole host of goodies.

1IN2KN

DRIVE AwAY

Main Street

TO PORTSEA

Tyabb Road

l SALES l SERVICE l PARTS

Main Street

TO MELBOURNE

915 Nepean Highway Mornington Telephone: (03) 5975 4177 morningtontoyota.com.au LMCT11120

WE’RE HERE!

Nepean Highway

N

DRIVE AwAY

$14,990

DRIVE AwAY

Powerful 3.5L V6 engine with sports automatic.

Awesome looks and VERY low km. Spotless.

1EU9VU

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HYUNDAI SANTA FE HIGHLANDER

2.2i with sports automatic transmission.This SUV wagon has a whole host of wanted features.

1CO1WH

$41,390

DRIVE AwAY

MERCEDES BENZ ML 350 BLUETEC

Euro-Efficiency diesel with sports auto trans.

This prestige wagon has low km and is immaculate.

1HE6EU

$75,990

DRIVE AwAY

l

200 metres

TO MELBOURNE

200 metres

Nepean Highway

Mornington Toyota WE’RE HERE!

Another turbo diesel. This one is just like new.

Only travelled 9,118km from brand new.

1IN2KL

TO PORTSEA

USED CARS

GXL TURBO DIESEL

Y

YARIS

N

Tyabb Road

N ** 0% comparison rate available to approved personal applicants and a 0% annual percentage rate is available to approved business applicants of Toyota Finance to finance eligible Camry Petrol and Aurion demonstrator vehicles. Excludes Camry Hybrid. Finance applications must be received and approved between 01/01/2017 and 31/03/2017. Maximum finance term of 48 months applies. Terms, conditions, fees and charges apply. Toyota Finance reserves the right to change, extend or withdraw an offer at any time. Comparison rate based on a 5 year secured consumer fixed rate loan of $30,000. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate. Toyota Finance is a division of Toyota Finance Australia Limited ABN 48 002 435 181, AFSL and Australian Credit Licence 392536. All New vehicle offers shown are Brand New 2016 build. Offers are available on vehicles purchased by 31/03/17 unless offer is extended and while stocks last. New car prices shown are for non-metallic paint unless otherwise stated. Offers are not in conjunction with any other current Toyota offers. All vehicles in stock at time of preparation of advertisement. Actual vehicles and descriptions are shown in good faith and any errors or omissions are excepted. All other offers expire at 6pm on Sunday 12/03/17.

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ROSEBUD KITE FESTIVAL 2017 Rosebud Festival Program 2017 MAIN STAGE: 10.45AM – 5PM 10.45am

Bridget A

11.20am

Maddison Bailey

12.10am

Headmasters Apprentices

2.00pm

SugaTree

3.00pm

Maxon

4.00pm

Luck-Louise

CIRCUS TENT:

12.30pm -The Funky Monkeys Circus Duo 2.00pm - Global Myths Storytelling 4.00pm - Kazzam Magic Show Enjoy circus play in between these shows

ROVING ENTERTAINMENT: 12pm – 1pm - Stiltwalkers

12pm and 4pm - Tubby The Robot 12pm – 3pm - Captain Chippy 11am – 4pm - MC Frederico Boogie

FAMILY FUN EVENT:

SUNDAY 12TH MARCH KITE FLYING:

Maxis, Inflatables, Deltas, Diamond and Sport kites will be on display. Bring along your own kite and fly alongside the masters in our family kite flying area.

FREE ENTERTAINMENT Free live entertainment across two stages: the Main Stage with local acts and the Circus Tent with kids storytelling, puppet shows and circus skills. Wildlife show, Tubby the Robot, Chippy the Pirate, Stiltwalkers, Scouting Victoria’s rope bridge, Channel Nine’s photo booth and spring free trampolining.

FOOD TRUCKS, WORKSHOPS, RIDES, ANIMAL FARM & MINI GOLF: Sample one of many tasty food trucks and stalls including a South American BBQ, fried calamari, pulled pork rolls, Paleo food and more. Enjoy kite making, carnival rides, animal farm, mini golf and festival face paint. There’s options galore!

The Rosebud Kite Festival is presented by:

More Information: Your gold coin donation is appreciated on entry.

Festival program and ‘Love out Loud’ bottled water available. Do bring: beachwear, chair or picnic blanket and please remember; inflatable kite flying is weather dependent i.e. only when the wind blows!

Location: Rosebud Foreshore, Jetty Rd., Rosebud. www.rosebudkitefestival.com.au or 0403 889 559.

Find us on facebook at: https://www.facebook. com/RosebudKiteFestival

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Space 59 Chair was $3419

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$ The Space Recliner Collection A perfect combination of elegant form and supreme comfort.

1 leather colour only at this price Truffle - as shown

Space 58 Chair was $3315

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