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Flinders result unaffected by poll blunder - AEC

Cameron McCullough cameron@mpnews.com.au

THE Australian Electoral Commission has acknowledged an issue at one of its polling places in Flinders during the 3 May federal election, where an AEC employee allegedly instructed voters how they should cast their vote.

A letter to the AEC seen by The News detailed the issue where, at the Bayview Church polling booth at Rosebud South, voters were instructed by an AEC worker to place the number seven next to the box of Trumpet of Patriots candidate Ja-

son Smart as “he had pulled out of the election”. It is understood the information was being conveyed to voters as they queued to vote.

The letter stated “Jason Smart had pulled out of the race but as his name was still on the ballot paper he was, according to federal legislation, a valid candidate” and further that “as a result of how close the election is in Flinders, his preference flow could have had a significant impact on the final outcome”. The letter requested that an investigation be launched.

Smart announced his withdrawal on

21 April after a spat with Trumpet of Patriots’ head office over preferences, a day prior to the commencment of early voting.

A response to the letter from the State Manager and Australian Electoral Officer for Victoria, Nye Coffey, stated that the AEC was taking the complaint seriously.

“The AEC became aware of the issue on polling day and took all immediate and necessary steps to educate staff about the correct processes. It is our understanding that following this intervention there were no further incidents,”

Coffey wrote.

“We are commited to learning from this and ensuring unwavering integrity and impartiality across our workforce.”

The News asked the Australian Electoral Commission if any further action would be taken after the acknowledgement of the issue at the Flinders electorate polling booth. It received a statement that “the AEC investigated the issue outlined at Rosebud South polling place and is confident it was quickly identified and corrected on election day, and did not occur in other polling locations in the Division of Flinders”.

“Per the AEC’s virtual tally room, the final margin for Flinders was 5,257. Rosebud South polling place took a total of 1,104 votes.”

The seat of Flinders was a close threecandidate-preferred (3CP) contest with Independent Ben Smith and Labor’s Sarah Race battling it out to see who would contest the seat on a two-candidate-preferred (2CP) basis against Liberal Zoe McKenzie.

Smith ended up ahead of Race in the 3CP contest (Flinders down to final two, The News 19/5/25), with McKenzie the eventual winner in the 2CP battle.

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Spa owners vow to rebuild after devastating fire

Brendan Rees brendan@mpnews.com.au

THE owners of Endota Spa Moorooduc have spoken of their heartbreak and determination after a devastating fire tore through their beloved wellness business on 17 June.

Jeff and Sharnee Thompson said it was more than a business but something they poured their hearts into after building it from scratch 14 years ago.

The incident occurred just before 9.15pm at the corner of Moorooduc Hwy and Eramosa Rd West where fire crews found the roof of the building well-alight.

It took just under two hours to bring it under control with a fire investigation unit now determining the cause.

The couple were shellshocked after receiving the call from emergency services. “To be honest with you, we were just in tears. I walked in there and just broke down,” Jeff said.

They only managed to salvage a laptop and some other personal items. But the couple said they were resilient and a rebuild of the store was “going ahead 100 per cent” with construction starting in July, and is expected to be completed in no more than four months.

“We just want to express how devastated and upset we are of the recent fire, but on a positive note, all staff have been relocated to our newly refurbished Frankston store,

which remains fully operational and ready to welcome customers from Moorooduc,” Jeff said.

“All your favourite therapists and hairdressers will be available at the Frankston store, and we are also more than happy to honour any gift vouchers well past their expiry date.”

Customers from Moorooduc would also receive free parking at the Frankston store located at Bayside Shopping Centre.

“We love being local after having serviced the peninsula with our spa treatments for the past 18 years and winning countless awards with the Moorooduc and Frankston stores,” Jeff said, adding “we appreciate everyone’s support and loyalty”.

Speaking of the incident, Jeff said the shop was extensively damaged but not completely gutted with walls and the reception area still intact.

“The trusses and the roof will need replacing – but we’re going to move heaven and earth to get reopened for our customers as soon as we possibly can,” the couple said.

“We look forward to pampering you soon; for all booking enquiries please feel free to call 9783 5675.”

JEFF and Sharnee Thompson’s business was gutted by a fire (inset). Picture: Supplied, Inset Yanni

Chopper flies in to tackle trail overhaul

A POPULAR walking track within Arthurs Seat State Park is undergoing major repair works, following storm damage in 2022 and ongoing wear and erosion.

A 1.1km stretch of the Two Bays Walking Trail leading up to Arthurs Seat summit from Dromana will be repaired first by Parks Victoria, with the section of the track known for its rugged terrain and sharp incline.

From early July, a helicopter will lift construction materials onto the trail, as well as making multiple flights shipping large amounts of rock that will be used to rebuild

steps, trail surfaces and drainage.

The chopper will fly in from Seawinds Gardens, which will be temporarily closed to the public during the operation. The flight schedule will also be subject to weather conditions.

Two Bays Walking Trail covers 26km from Dromana to Cape Schanck, covering coastal scrub, bushland, and scenic lookouts.

The trail was closed in May to allow crews safe access for the restoration, and is expected to reopen in early spring, just in time for peak hiking season.

Parks Victoria’s southern and maritime regional director Jodi Heath said the repairs would help improve trail safety, drainage and ensure long-term access to one of the state’s most popular hikes. The track also hosts the popular Two Bays Trail Run.

“It’s great to get this work underway, particularly in such a difficultto-reach section of the trail,” she said.

“This is a significant investment in maintaining one of the jewels of our walking trail network.”

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Firefighters tackle Hastings house fire

A HOME in Hastings was destroyed in a devastating fire on 15 June.

Fire crews were called to the Elizabeth St address just before 3.30am, finding the home engulfed in flames.

A CFA spokesperson said seven fire units responded, which took about 20 minutes to bring under control with the scene declared safe just before 5.20am.

Crews could not enter the home because of the roof collapsing and tiles falling, leaving crews in breathing apparatus to conduct an external firefight; quickly knocking down the flames, and successfully containing the fire.

They also used chainsaws to access

fire that had extended into the crawl space under the property.

Despite the best efforts of firefighters, the house was unable to be saved, but through a quick suppression, a family home next door was spared from the blaze.

Brigades in attendance (pictured below) were Bittern, Hastings, and Somers. Power and gas companies were also called, along with Victoria Police and Ambulance Victoria.

The CFA spokesperson said the scene was left with a council building surveyor due to extensive damage.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

DAMAGED sections of the trail which will be repaired. Pictures: Supplied

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Peninsula no place to be if you’re a heritage building

By Renée E. Gatt*

THE Mornington Peninsula boasts a scant number of historic buildings, remnants from the early days of our towns. These structures laid the foundation for the vibrant communities we cherish today. Yet, their survival is under constant threat.

Over my 25 years on the peninsula, I’ve actively championed the preservation of our architectural heritage— landmarks that not only define our local identity but also attract tourists eager to experience our unique history. Alarmingly, these irreplaceable assets are vanishing.

Both residential and commercial heritage structures are succumbing to lucrative financial offers and unchecked greed. Their cultural and historical significance is often deemed secondary to the profits reaped from their demolition. The practice of ‘facadism’—retaining only a building’s façade while gutting its essence—is a superficial nod to preservation, leaving hollow shells where rich histories once thrived. Regardless this practice too often, and most always sees the façade left to deteriorate until it is deemed unsafe and subsequently demolished. It is common practice and we recently lost yet another of these on Davey Street Frankston, near the intersection of Nepean Highway. A two-story exquisite piece of architectural history, returned to rubble to make way for the development it has been crumbling to be replaced by. Unacceptable.

Period homes—Edwardian, Victorian, Art Deco—are reduced to ruins or deliberately neglected, left

to deteriorate until they’re deemed unsalvageable. This tactic, known as ‘demolition by neglect,’ has been identified as a critical issue by heritage organisations.

In February, we lost another local icon on Main Street, Mornington. This building, once celebrated with informative signage boasting information, a photograph and even a QR code detailing its storied past, was mindlessly destroyed to make way for what will be a three-story mixed-use development. This is not preservation;

SIGNAGE outside what was Kazu Japanese Restaurant and The Backyard Bar, now demolished, speaking of their cultural heritage.

Pictures: Renée E. Gatt

this is erasure.

The adjoined buildings and their separate businesses have housed various restaurants and retailers over the years, from the loved Kazu Japanese Restaurant, The Backyard Bar, a ladies fashion store, and more. Places of local gathering with families and friends, of recreation, celebration and purchase. As the weeks have progressed, with no attempt to protect what remains, the leftover single façade with exposed guttered exterior, has begun to fall into disrepair, at a staggering rate.

Will we also lose this mere fragment of a reminder of our heritage past? If we are to rely on this ongoing lack of protection of our historical morphology, realised in past decades; it’s all but assured.

I, along with countless locals and visitors, have cherished moments within the walls of these historic structures. The abrupt shift from recognition to demolition is a betrayal of our community’s trust and heritage. How can we, in good conscience, tout our historical landmarks one mo-

ment and discard them the next? Once they’re gone, we can’t bring them back.

Integrity, respect, and accountability is required from our local council and VCAT. Our heritage is not just a backdrop for development—it’s the soul of our community. One moment celebrated—the next, destroyed. Enough is enough.

* Renée E. Gatt is a Mornington resident with a background in architecture and interior design.

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Trees planted in greening effort

CAPEL Sound and Somerville are looking a little greener, thanks to the planting of 180 trees across the two communities.

The Mornington Peninsula Shire coordinated effort is part of its Urban Forest Strategy; aimed at improving tree canopy and providing more shade, biodiversity, and neighbourhood liveability.

In Somerville, about 80 trees have found a new home on Jones Rd where a passive irrigation system is being trialled using stormwater.

A further 100 trees have been planted along Broadway in Capel Sound as part of the recent road and footpath upgrade project.

The shire said Capel Sound and Somerville were identified as “high-priority townships” under the strategy due to their lower canopy cover and greater need for shade and greenery.

Another 2000 trees will be planted across townships and reserves through the shire’s tree management program by the end of June.

This includes 1000 juvenile trees along residential streets, responding to the community’s priorities, and neighbourhoods with limited shade.

One thousand tube stock trees will go in key reserves, based on their need for extra vegetation and biodiversity support.

The Urban Forest Strategy, adopted last September following community consultation, sets an ambitious goal of creating canopy shade for 45 per cent of all streets and parks by 2034.

Peninsula properties win awards

TWO striking properties on the Mornington Peninsula have been recognised at the 2025 Victorian Architecture Awards.

Woodleigh Regenerative Futures Studio won awards in the Sustainable Architecture and Educational Architecture categories. The building, designed by Mcildowie Partners with Joost Bakker, houses Woodleigh School’s senior campus.

The Woodleigh School site is solar-powered and fitted with five flexible learning spaces, staff amenities, social spaces, and outside Aquaponic tanks with native fish. The roof houses native plants and grasses for native butterflies, birds, and bees.

Stumpy Gully House was awarded a commendation in the Residential Architecture – Houses category.

Adam Markowitz Design and Stavrias Architecture teamed up to design the house, which draws on mid-century “beachcomber”, arts and crafts, and Japanese references.

WOODLEIGH Regenerative Futures

Studio (top) and Stumpy Gully House (bottom). Pictures: Supplied

Advocates celebrate abuse law change

Brodie Cowburn brodie@mpnews.com.au

THE state government is reportedly set to introduce new laws to hold churches vicariously liable for sexual abuse that occurs under their watch.

The new law will override last

Railway station scam

A SCAM has been targeting commuters parked at the Frankston Railway Station car park.

Fake infringement notices (pictured above) purporting to be from Frankston Council have been placed on windshields. Frankston Council has confirmed the fines are fraudulent.

Last week Franskton councillor Brad Hill told social media “these fake parking “Infridgement” notices are appearing on car windscreens in Frankston. The one reported to me was at the railway station car park,

which of course is free parking.

“They are not from the council. It’s a scam. Throw them in the bin.”

Frankston MP Paul Edbrooke said “my office has been made aware of fake infringement notices left on the windscreens of cars at the new Frankston commuter carpark.

“This carpark is free. There are no fees, no infringements and Frankston City Council do not issue infringement notices at this carpark. Hopefully everyone knows not to use the QR code and to pass the word around that this is a scam.”

Sonya Kilkenny told the ABC “we are listening, this government is listening, and we will develop legislation that will be before the parliament as soon as possible.”

Frankston MP Paul Edbrooke was among the critics of the High Court’s ruling. He told Parliament in April “this recent High Court ruling, which compensation from organisations for the child abuse they suffered.

“The High Court decision put victim survivors in limbo – with many cases indefinitely halted, unless reforms are made,” Payne said. “I welcome news that the Attorney-General is acting to address this injustice, and I can’t wait for the legislation to ar

PENINSULA Leisure came away from the 2025 Aquatics & Recreation Victoria Awards with three big wins. The pool operator won the Facility of the Year (Large) award for the Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre. Pines Forest Aquatic Centre was named the Facility of the Year (Seasonal).

Peninsula Leisure also won the

sustainability award. In total 237 nominations were considered across 21 categories.

Peninsula Leisure CEO Kath Thom said “to win Facility of the Year for both centres again is something really special. And being awarded for sustainability too shows our focus on delivering not just great experiences, but a better future.”

VICTIM-survivors of abuse and their supporters at Victorian Parliament. Picture: Supplied

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JULY

The next general meeting of the Southern Women’s Action Network will be held on July 20th at Mt Martha House. 9.30 - 10am.

Celebrating NAIDOC week. Refreshments served. View Club - Friendship Day - 25th July

Mornington View Club will hold their monthly luncheon meeting with a focus on friendship for all, at the Mornington Golf club starting at 11.15am. New members and visitors welcome. Call Judy: 0410 486 204 to come.

Volunteer Drivers. Peninsula Transport Assist has an ongoing need for volunteer drivers. Volunteers use their own cars and are offered some reimbursement to cover costs. For information call Tim: 9708 8241 or email info@ peninsulatransportassist.org. Or contact via the website: www.peninsulatransportassist.org

Chatty Cafe - Coffee and Chat

Find tables at: Dava Hotel, Dreamer Cafe (room next door), Mornington Community House, Mornington Yacht Club, Pantry House,Via Batisti Cafe. For times and further info call Janet: 0423 510 043 or go to www.chattycafeaustralia.org.au

Choir - With One Voice Mornington is sharing the joy of singing and community. All are welcome. Mondays 5.30 to 7.15pm, Bentons Square Community Centre. Phone Judy Woods: 0474 129 528 for further details: www.withonevoice.org.au

Mornington Seniors Activity Centre

Monday 12.30pm - Indoor bowls. Tuesday 11.00am - noon Tai Chai, followed by bingo at 12.30pm. Wed 10.00am - noon: Scrabble. Computer classes througout the week. 11 Flinders Dr, Mornington. Ph: 5975 3688 Interested in Electronics or Amateur Radio? The Southern Peninsula Amateur Radio Club (SPARC) meets at Vern Wright Reserve, Rosebud West on Thursday & Saturday 9am to 12pm. You don’t need an Amateur Radio license, but we can help if you want one. http://sparc.asn.au/ Volunteer Drivers. Peninsula Transport Assist has an ongoing need for volunteer drivers. Volunteers use their own cars and are offered some reimbursement to cover costs. For information, call Tim: 9708 8241 or email info@ peninsulatransportassist.org. Or contact via the website: www.peninsulatransportassist.org

Mornington Peninsula Toastmasters Gain confidence speaking in front of others in a friendly, encouraging atmosphere. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at: Mornington Community House, 3/91 Wilsons Rd, Mornington. For details call Rick: 0425 822 078 Mornington Beach Probus Club 1st Tuesday of the month at St Mark’s Uniting Church, 50 Barkley St, Mornington commencing 10am. Enjoy guest speakers, interest groups, friendship and refreshments. Contact Margaret: 0425 750 825.

New singers welcome. Choir meets every Sunday night from 7pm until 9.30 pm at Yamala Park Bowling Club Dunstan St Frankston South. Check website for more details www.mpwlc.com or phone Trudi on 0406 678 261

Repair Cafe

3rd Sunday each month, 10.30am - 3.30pm. Mornington Men’s Shed is ready & waiting to repair any item that can be carried in by one person. Cost is a donation. Wilsons Rd Men’s Shed 2/91 Wilsons Rd, Mornington.

PACE. Setting the pace for positive ageing on the Peninsula. An advisory body that represents community views and gives advice to the Council on how best to meet current/future needs of over 55s in our community. Visit mornpen.vic.gov.au/ pace for upcoming events.

The Mornington Environment Association (MEA) welcomes all who are interested in protecting our local environment.

For more information about our activities and meetings please visit our website: www.morningtonenviro.org.au or contact Margaret: 0414 641 999 or Ann: 0425 795 237

Join 2nd Mornington Sea Scouts!

Scouting actively engages and supports young people aged 5-25 in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. We offer fun and challenging outdoor activity programs. email: groupleader@2ndmornington.org

Mount Martha Rotary

Want to make a difference by volunteering in taking action to create a lasting change? Mount Martha Rotary meets on Mondays at 6.30pm. Inquiries: www.mountmartharotary.org.au, Facebook or contact Anne on 0409 387 373

Peninsula Prostate Cancer Support Group Meets 2nd Wednesday of the month (except January) at the Bentons Square Community Centre at 7.00pm. We support men, their partners and carers who have prostate cancer; especially those newly diagnosed. Ph: 0422 608 345.

Photographic Club

Looking to take up or improve your photography?

The Frankston Photographic Club runs regular activities and events including guest speakers, scoring & critique nights, workshops, social evenings and outings. To find out more go to www.frankstonphotoclub.com.au

Mt Martha Seniors Group

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

The Embroiderers Guild – Mornington Peninsula Branch. 2nd, 4th & 5th Wednesdays at Mt.Eliza Community Hall Meeting Room. 9.30am – 3pm. Join us for stitching, learning and sharing. Newbies and experienced stitchers welcome. Email mornington@ embroiderersguildvic.org or ph: 0402 467 790 or just drop in.

LOVE LOCAL

underway!

Estimated completion: January 2026.

Mornington Courthouse Visitor Centre is seeking volunteers interested in Tourism and providing advice to visitors. We are located in the historic former Courthouse. Volunteers enjoy meeting and assisting visitors to enjoy our great locality. Please email your interest to: coordinator@nmpt.com.au

Mornington’s Old Post Office Museum Corner Main St & Esplanade. View how your forebears lived. Visit website: morningtondistricthistory.org.au for opening times, research requests and newsletter. Enjoy coffee and hear our guest speakers at St. Marks Church 10.30am 2nd Tues monthly.

Combined Mornington Probus

The Club meets at the Mornington Civic Bowls Club, Dunns Road, Mornington.1st Friday of the month at 9.30am for a 10.00am start, except for January. Interesting speakers and outings. Call 0491 634 456 for further information.

Mt Martha House Community Garden

Join us every Thursday 1-3pm for gardening, sharing, learning & cuppas. All abilities welcomed by this friendly group. Visit anytime for picking from the garden or donating/ collecting at our Shareshelf. www.mmhcgarden.org or contact hello@mmhcgarden.org

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

Mt Eliza Probus Club

Every 2nd Monday at 9.45am. Combined ladies & gents meet at the Uniting Church, Canadian Bay Rd. Includes guest speaker, fellowship & refreshments. Visitors most welcome. Contact Jan 5975 2845 or Bill 0439 115 512

The combined Probus Club of Mount Eliza Central meets on the fourth Friday of each month at The Village Church, Mount Eliza. Meetings start at 9.45 and visitors are welcome. Enquiries at 0428 995 617

Mornington Lions Club New member interest welcome. Meeting the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month. Fundraising for local community projects our primary focus. Contact: Patricia 0419 299 196

Trouble with someone’s drinking?

Millions of people are affected by the excessive drinking of someone else. Al-Anon could help. The Al-Anon family groups Mornington Spiritual Concept Meeting, every Sunday 10am to 11.30am, Benton’s Square Community Centre. 1300 252 666. www.al-anon.org.au

Mornington TOWN Club

Take Off Weight Naturally, group discussion and friendly, supportive fellow-members. To weigh in from 8-30 phone Ruth on 0409 942 153 or Barb: 0419 533 755 afternoons or evenings.

Meeting time 8.30 am on Wednesday mornings, at the Mornington Civic Bowls Club, Dunns Road, Mornington

Bunarong Bushwalking Club

Explore the great outdoors with a local walking group. Bunarong Bushwalking Club members enjoy walks on Sundays and Wednesdays. For more information please contact us via our Facebook page and website: www.bunarongbushwalkingclub.com.au

Over 55 and want to be more active? Join us at the Mount Eliza 55+ Club. For more info on our activities please visit www.mteliza55plusclub. org.au or our FB page - Mount Eliza Fifty Five Plus Club. Have Fun Stay Young

Want to make a difference by volunteering in taking action to create a lasting change? Mount Martha Rotary meets on Mondays at 6.30pm. Inquiries: www.mountmartharotary.org.au, Facebook or contact Anne: 0409 387 373

Join the fun!

Volunteer at a Family Life Op Shop. Make new friends. Lend your knowledge & learn new skills. No specific experience necessary. To find out more or to express your interest call 03 8599 5433 or visit familylife.com.au/volunteer

Crazy Patches Mt. Martha/Mornington

Join our friendly group of crafters. Bring your own patchwork, needlecraft, knitting etc. Tuesday nights 7pm-9pm and last Saturday of the month. Patchwork classes are available. Bring a friend. Call Chris on 0439 652 443

Bentons Square Community Centre (BSCC)

“SoACE” Social Access Community Enjoyment. Encouraging people of all ages to join this group for the opportunity for social connections and participation. Activities and games, cuppa and a chat. Thursdays. Ph: 5977 2468.

Mount Martha House Historical Collection protects and preserves the history of this wonderful building. Visit the WRAAC museum. Open on request, or Tuesdays and Fridays: 10 -2 pm. Tours third Wednesday of each month: 11.30 am. Booking required: 5974 2297

CWA Mornington Branch

Meetings: 3rd Tuesday of the Month at 1:00pm. Social Craft Group: 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the Month at 12:00pm. Meet at Church of Christ Hall, 84 Wilson’s Road, Mornington. Find us on Facebook or cwamornington@gmail.com

Mornington Peninsula Community Dog Club

Every Saturday morning at Citation Oval, Mt Martha. Beginners class is at 10.15am.Train your dog to listen to you and be obedient through fun and games. For info: www.mpcdogclub.org.au

Mount Martha Men’s Probus Club

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

Mornington Life Activities Club

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

Mt Martha Ladies Probus Club

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

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

Contact Bryan 0410 935 936

Mah Jong - Mt Martha House 1:00pm - 4:00pm. Monday, Wednesday & Saturday. Mah Jong is a game of skill, strategy, and luck. Create new friendships and enjoy a fun game of Mah Jong with experienced and new players. FREE

Sahaja Yoga

Every Tuesday 6.45pm - 7.45pm. Today, worldwide, hundreds of thousands of people practice Sahaja Yoga. Now, we’re bringing that incredible spiritual awakening to you. Mornington Community House Bunjil Room 91 Wilsons Road Mornington. For more info sahajayogavic.com

Mornington Croquet Club

Interested in gentle exercise, outdoors in the fresh air? Croquet played in lovely surroundings with a great group of people also provides a great mental exercise. We provide free lessons for beginners. For more information, contact: secretary@morningtoncroquet.au

Come and play Petanque

Moorooduc Recreation Reserve Derril Rd Moorooduc. Social games every Sunday and Wednesday afternoon, register at 1:30pm for a 2pm start, with a bbq on the first Sunday in the month, before the game. For info: email morningtonpeninsulapetanque@gmail.com

Mornington Peninsula Hockey Club

Under 10’s, 12’s, 14’. Men’s, Women’s and Masters. Come and join our family friendly, inclusive club. We can provide a team to suit all levels of experience. For information: Call: (03) 8774 4784 Text: 0434 830 862 r email: info@mphc.org.au

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

Seaside Finesse on Venice

A low-maintenance luxury home in a blueribbon setting near Fisherman’s Beach, this property delivers seaside living with finesse.

Welcome to the beach end of Venice Street, barely 300m to Lilo Cafe for morning coffees, and to the bay for foreshore walks and summer swims on foot.

It is effortless and luxurious, complete with a stone kitchen, an entertaining deck, and living rooms on each level.

Live by the bay in style with quiet surrounds, easy access to Main Street, and an easy-care allotment in the sea air.

- Luxury beachside residence in a peaceful

The home features a ground-floor master suite, sparkling polished timber floorboards, and courtyards front and rear, providing sun and shade to suit the seasons.

HOME ESSENTIALS

location 300m (approx) to Fisherman’s Beach

- Flat 298m2 (approx) allotment with an alfresco entertaining deck beneath a shade sail, and courtyard patios front and rear

- Generous stone kitchen with stainless steel appliances including a gas cooktop

- Open-plan ground-floor living and dining plus an upstairs living room with a small balcony

ADDRESS: 4 Venice Street, Mornington AUCTION: $1,100,000 - $1,200,000 DESCRIPTION: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, 298m2

AGENT: Kara James - 0412 939 224, Area Specialist Mornington, Ground Level, Suite 4/315 Main St, Mornington

- Zoned design featuring a ground-floor master suite with a walk-in robe and a courtyard view

- Split system air-conditioners, ducted gas heating, polished timber floorboards, and a double garage

This is a peaceful seaside setting within easy reach of Main Street is perfectly positioned for summers on the sand n

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NITV, 8.30pm

SBS’s Digital Originals showcase fresh takes on identity and culture from diverse creatives. The final story in this year’s line-up is Moni – a heartfelt yet hilarious tale from Taofia Pelesasa about a gay Samoan man (Chris Alosio, pictured) who has a chance to reconnect with his estranged sister (Saane Green) in the lead-up to her wedding. But when a version of his late mother (Tina Leaitua) appears that only he can see, Moni must learn to embrace his place in the family in order to set her free.

Based on the excellent French series Astrid et Raphaëlle, this British drama moves the action to York, and stars Ella Maisy Purvis (pictured) as Patience Evans, a young woman with autism working in the criminal records office, who finds herself roped into helping solve tricky cases after her puzzlesolving super-skills catch the eye of DI Bea Metcalf (Laura Fraser). In this premiere, a man sets himself on fire after withdrawing a large sum of money.

SATURDAY

THAT BLACKFELLA SHOW

ABC TV, 7.30pm

Premiering on the eve of NAIDOC Week, this one-of-a-kind variety special guarantees laughs, music and quality yarns told in front of a studio audience. Ernie Dingo, Bridget Brennan, and Isaac Compton (pictured left to right) host. While it’s a loud, proud celebration of Indigenous voices and culture, That Blackfella Show aspires to be a source of entertainment and a point of connection for all Australians. Featuring Jimmy Barnes, Steph Tisdell, Dane Simpson, Abbie Chatfield, Outback Tom, Barka, Kevin Kropinyeri and many more, it’s a stacked hour of power that Saturday TV schedules have been crying out for.

SUNDAY

DANCING WITH THE STARS

SEVEN, 7pm

Now that we’ve seen all 12 celebs (and host Sonia Kruger) put their best footwork forward, the first elimination looms for the second batch of stars. Home and sentimental song. It’s a hard brings his very best Fred

Thursday, July 3

8.00 Joanna Lumley’s Danube. Joanna Lumley explores the Danube by boat. 8.45 Grand Designs Australia: Buderim. (PG, R) Hosted by Anthony Burke. 9.45 Griff’s Great Australian Rail Trip: Brisbane To Cairns – Try Not Die. (R) Griff Rhys Jones explores Australia by train.

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.05 Love Your Garden. (R) 11.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 12.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.20 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Treasures With Bettany Hughes: Turkey. Bettany Hughes explores Turkey. 8.25 7/7: The London Bombings: Bombers Strike Again. (Mal) Two weeks after the July 7 attacks, the police are on the trail of the bombers.

10.45 SBS World News Late. 11.15 The Silence. (MA15+av) 1.15 Pagan Peak. (MA15+av, R) 3.00 The Best Of The HAVASI Symphonic. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 17. North Melbourne v Western Bulldogs. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game.

11.00 Kick Ons. A preview of the upcoming AFL matches.

11.30 Evil By Design: Roots Of Evil. (Malv, R) Looks at the crimes of Peter Nygård.

12.30 Life. (Madv, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Wimbledon 2025 Pre-Show. Pre-game coverage of the Wimbledon tennis tournament, featuring reviews, previews, interviews, highlights, opinions and topical stories, from the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.

8.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 4. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England.

Friday, July 4

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.35 Gardening Australia. Costa Georgiadis joins a community of composters.

8.35 Patience. (Premiere, Ma)

A woman who works in the Criminal Records Office has unusual powers of detection due to being autistic.

9.25 Gruen. (R) Presented by Wil Anderson.

10.00 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R)

10.45 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)

11.15 ABC Late News.

11.35 Silent Witness. (PGa, R)

12.40 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Shetland: Scotland’s Wondrous Isles. Looks at yoal boat racing in Shetland.

8.25 Ross Kemp: Shipwreck Treasure Hunter: Trade Wars. (PGv, R) Ross Kemp learns about his great grandfather.

9.20 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes: Holy Island – LJ Ross. (R) Robson Green is joined by LJ Ross.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Atlantic Crossing. (Ma, R)

12.05 True Colours. (Mlv, R) 3.50 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.20 Bamay. (R) 4.50

Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.05pm Paddington. 2.30 Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School: Down At The Beach. 3.50 Stan Can. 4.25 Rocket Club. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.30 Good Game Spawn Point. (Return) 7.50 MOVIE: Teen Titans Go! To The Movies. (2018, PG) 9.20 Robot Wars. 10.20 Walking With Dinosaurs. 11.10 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 2.35pm Over The Black Dot. 3.10 WorldWatch. 5.05 If You Are The One. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Vegas: The Story Of Sin City. 9.20 F*ck Berlin. 9.55 Bound: Japanese Bondage. 11.10 Pride. 12.10am Hells Angels: Kingdom Come. 1.50 Time To Buy: A Musical. 2.30 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am All Quiet On The Western Front. Continued. (1979, PG) 8.25 Francis: Pray For Me. (2015, PG, Spanish) 10.25 Mars Attacks! (1996, M) 12.25pm Kompromat. (2022, M, French, Russian) 2.45 All At Sea. (2010, PG) 4.20 Oink. (2022, Dutch) 5.45 The Big Steal. (1990, PG) 7.35 Shaft. (1971, M) 9.30 Kill Bill: Vol. 2. (2004, MA15+) Midnight Late Programs. 5.45 The Big Steal. (1990, PG) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 7.50 Motown Magic. 8.40 The Magic Canoe. 10.00 The Big Dry. 11.00 Going Places. Noon Black Man’s Houses. 1.10 Speak No Maori. 2.00 The Last Land: Gespe’gewa’gi. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Nula. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 The Big Dry. 7.30 MOVIE: Beasts Of The Southern Wild. (2012, M) 9.20 MOVIE: I Like Movies. (2022) 11.10 Late Programs. NITV (34)

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 17. Carlton v Collingwood. From the MCG.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game.

11.00 GetOn Extra. Lizzie Jelfs, Matt Hill, Simon Marshall and Brent Zerafa dive headlong into the weekend’s best racing.

11.30 To Be Advised.

1.15 Nurses. (Ma, R) The team in emergency brace themselves to treat an incoming patient who jumped in front of a train.

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Wimbledon 2025 Pre-Show. Pre-game coverage of the Wimbledon tennis tournament, featuring reviews, previews, interviews, highlights, opinions and topical stories, from the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. 8.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 5. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 5 Late. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 5.00 Fishing Australia. (R) 5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)

6.00 10 News+.

7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 House Hunters Australia. (PGl) A couple look for a home near Lake Macquarie, NSW. 8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who

6.00 Landline. (R)

6.30 Australian Story: The River Pt 1. (R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 That Blackfella Show. Hosted by Ernie Dingo, Bridget Brennan and Isaac Compton.

8.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R)

A young man is found murdered during the grand reopening of the village of Little Auburn.

10.00 Bay Of Fires. (Malv, R) Stella forms an unlikely alliance.

10.55 Little Disasters. (Mals, R)

11.40 David Attenborough’s Great Barrier Reef. (Final, R) 12.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

WorldWatch. 7.30 France 24 English News. 8.00 DD India News Hour. 9.00 Great Lighthouses Of Ireland. (R) 10.00 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 11.05 Boswell And Johnson’s Scottish Road Trip. (PGal, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Going Places. (PGa, R) 4.30 First To Fight: Pacific War Marines. (PGav, R) 5.30 From The Ashes Of World War II.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Travels With Agatha Christie And Sir David Suchet: Hawaii. (PG) Sir David Suchet follows Agatha Christie to Hawaii, where she holidayed in 1922. 8.25 Hitler’s Jewish Soldier? Australia Uncovered. (Mav, R) Takes a look at the story of Alex Kurzem, a Jewish boy who became Hitler’s youngest soldier.

9.35 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 1.

2.15 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Mv, R)

3.05 Blue Water Safari. (PGaw, R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Members Appreciation Day, Flemington Finals Race Day and Caloundra Cup Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Border Force executes a warrant.

7.30 MOVIE: Evan Almighty. (2007, G, R) A man is ordered to build an ark. Steve Carell, Morgan Freeman.

9.30 MOVIE: No Hard Feelings. (2023, MA15+lns) An aimless 30-something woman is paid by the parents of an awkward teen to date their son and bring him out of his shell. Jennifer Lawrence, Andrew Barth Feldman.

11.40 To Be Advised.

1.05 Nurses. (Ma, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 It’s Academic. (R) 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGals, R)

6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 ACA. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Destination WA. (PG, R) 12.30 Young Sheldon. (PGal, R) 1.00 Great Australian Detour. 1.30 Space Invaders. (PG, R) 2.30 Find My Country House Australia. (R)

3.30 Parental Guidance. (PGa, R)

5.00 9News First At Five.

6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair.

6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. A couple know it’s time to make a decision. 8.40 Sort Your Life Out. (PGa, R) Stacey Solomon and her team help families declutter and transform their lives. 9.50 House Hunters Australia. (R) A couple need a larger home in western Sydney. 10.50 Elsbeth. (Mv, R) Elsbeth tours famous New York crime scenes. 11.50 Ambulance UK. (Mm, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. 6am Morning Programs. 2.20pm Stuck. 2.35 Kars & Stars. 3.05 WorldWatch. 5.05 Over The Black Dot. 5.35 Mastermind Aust. 6.35 The Secret Genius Of Modern Life. 7.35 Impossible Engineering. 8.35 The Icons That Built The World. 9.25 The Search For El Dorado. 10.15 UFOs: Investigating The Unknown. (Return) 12.05am Sex War Robots. 12.25 Land Of The Giants: Titans Of Tech. 2.00 Late Programs. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 12.55pm Mecha Builders. 2.05 Paddington. 2.30 Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School’s Special. 3.30 The Most Magnificent Thing. 4.20 Dino Dex. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Isadora Moon. 7.00 Andy And The Band. 7.30 Kids Baking C’ship. 8.10 Chopped Jnr. 8.50 Dance Life. 9.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.20 Dragon Ball Super. 10.45 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am The Big Steal. Continued. (1990,

7.30 Wimbledon 2025 Pre-Show. Pre-game coverage of the Wimbledon tennis tournament, featuring reviews, previews, interviews, highlights, opinions and topical stories, from the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.

8.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 6. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 6 Late. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England.

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

Sunday, July 6

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 The World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Songs Of Praise. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 2.30 Joanna Lumley’s Danube. (R) 3.15 Nigella Bites. (R) 3.40 Martin Clunes: Islands Of America. (PG, R) 4.40 Walking With Dinosaurs. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Compass: DOBBY –Finding My Voice. (PG)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) Hosted by Adam Hills.

8.00 Bay Of Fires. (Madv) Stella is thrown into a tailspin.

8.50 Little Disasters. (Mal) The threat of Social Services splitting up the Carrisfords closes in, impacting the whole group.

9.40 Namatjira Project: The Quest For Justice. (Ml, R) Charts the story of the Namatjira family.

11.05 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (Ml, R)

11.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

1.40 Under The Vines. (PG, R) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 1. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PGav, R) 11.30 PBS Washington Week. 11.55 SBS50. (R) 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 1. 1.00 Motor Racing. ProMX Championships. Round 6. 4.00 Going Places. (R) 4.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 1. Highlights. 5.30 From The Ashes Of World War II. (PG) 6.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Sunday Footy Feast. 2.30 AFL Pre-Game Show. Pre-game coverage of the match. 3.00 Football. AFL. Round 17. Adelaide v Melbourne.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Mont-Saint-Michel: Rising Again. Looks at Mont-Saint-Michel, a triumph of technical prowess, spiritual ambition and architectural audacity. 8.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 2. Lauwin-Planque to Boulogne-surMer. 209.1km hilly stage. From France. 2.10 24 Hours In Emergency:

A Love Like No Other. (Ma, R)

A 26-year-old is rushed to St George’s.

3.05 Blue Water Safari: Bait Ball. (PGalw, R) Dean films a bait ball. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Dancing With The Stars. (PGl) The second group hits the ballroom floor once again.

8.30 7NEWS Spotlight.

9.30 The Philpotts: A Very British Horror. (Mlsv) Examines the difficult police investigation after a fire broke out in the home of Mick and Mairead Philpott. 11.00 Crime Investigation Australia: Kerry Whelan – Wife For Ransom. (Mav, R)

12.20 Shades Of Blue. (MA15+adsv, R)

1.20 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 6.30 ACA. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 AFL Sunday Footy Show. (PG) 12.00 Wide World Of Sports. (PG) 1.00 Rugby Union. International Test Series. Game 1. Australia v Fiji. 3.30 International Rugby Union Australia v Fiji Post-Match. 4.00 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PGm, R) 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Postcards. (PG)

6.00 9News Sunday.

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 MasterChef Australia. (PGl) A batch of 23 former contestants returns. 8.15 Fake. (Ml) Birdie arrives at the wedding alone and receives a message from Joe. Fighting with Margeaux, Birdie is full of self-loathing. 9.15 FBI. (Mv, R) After a string of armed robberies, the team investigates a suspect who leads them to something much bigger. 11.05 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 3pm Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 4.00 WorldWatch. 4.25 PBS Washington Week. 4.50 Blondie: Glass Heart. 5.50 Lost Gold Of The Aztecs. 6.40 Engineering Reborn. 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Bermuda Triangle: Into Cursed Waters. 10.10 Vikings: The Rise And Fall. Midnight WWE Legends. 12.55 Letterkenny. 2.55 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.05pm Paddington. 2.30 Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School. 3.30 The Snail And The Whale. 4.20 Dino Dex. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Super Monsters. 7.00 Andy And The Band. 7.35 Moominvalley. 8.00 Walking With Dinosaurs. 8.50 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.30 Abbott Elementary. 10.15 Speechless. 10.35 Merlin. 11.20 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 7.50 Motown Magic. 8.40 The Magic Canoe. 10.00 Pro Bull Riding USA: World Team Series. 11.00 Unleash The Beast. Noon Who We Are In Sport. 1.00 Big Name, No Blanket.

Monday, July 7

Art Of... (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (Ml, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (R) 2.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 3.45 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.30 7.30. 8.00 Australian Story: The River Pt 2.

Four Corners. Investigative journalism program. 9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Presented by Linton Besser. 9.35 Lucy Worsley Investigates: Jack The Ripper. (PG, R) Presented by Lucy Worsley.

10.25 ABC Late News. 10.40 The Business. (R) 11.00 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 11.45 Love Your Garden. (R) 12.35 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.20 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

2.05

2.30

7.00 Travel Guides. (PGl) Ordinary Australians become travel critics, continuing with a trip to San Francisco, where they explores its steep hills, see some new technology and take in Yosemite National Park.

8.10 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.10 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 7. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 7 Late. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

(2016, M) 11.10 Late Programs. 9GEM (92)

6am RBG.

Continued. (2018, PG) 6.50 Like Father, Like Son. (2013, PG, Japanese) 9.05 Music & Lyrics. (2007, PG) 11.05 History Of The Occult. (2020, M, Spanish) 12.40pm Shaft. (1971, M) 2.35 The Big Steal. (1990, PG) 4.30 Murder Party. (2022, PG, French) 6.25 Where Angels Fear To Tread. (1991) 8.30 This Boy’s Life. (1993) 10.50 The Broken Land. (2021, M, Italian, Spanish) 12.30am Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

(72) 6am Morning Programs. 9.55 Reunited. 10.55 Searching For Michael Jackson’s Zoo With Ross Kemp. (Premiere) Noon Innovation Nation. 12.15

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 2. 8.00 PBS Week. 8.30 WorldWatch. 10.10 WorldWatch. 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 1 and 2. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Going Places. (R) 2.55 Yiyili. (PGa, R) 3.05 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 3.35 Jeopardy! 4.00 Letters And Numbers. (PGals, R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 2. Highlights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Portillo’s Andalucia: Cadiz And Jerez. (Ml, R) Michael Portillo ventures to Cadiz.

8.20 Sue Perkins: Lost In Thailand. (PG, R) Sue Perkins heads south to the turquoise waters of Phuket, Thailand’s largest island. 9.15 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 3. 2.00 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PGa, R) 3.10 Eva Longoria: Searching For Mexico. (R) 3.55 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

3.00 Play School. 4.00 Andy’s Global Adventures. 4.25 Rocket Club. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Dino Dex. 7.40 The Inbestigators. 8.00 Junior Vets. 8.35 Hard Quiz Kids. 9.05 The Crystal Maze. 9.50 Merlin. 10.35 Good Game Spawn Point. 10.55 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 8.15 Where Angels Fear To Tread. (1991) 10.20 The Movie Show. 10.55

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGad) Cohen’s letter gets a response.

7.30 The 1% Club. (PGls, R) Hosted by Jim Jefferies.

8.30 9-1-1. (Mav) Athena investigates the brutal beating of a man found behind a grocery store.

10.30 The Agenda Setters. (R)

11.30 Police Custody USA: A Murder In The Family. (Malv, R)

12.30 You, Me And The Apocalypse. (Malv)

1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: How To Find Forever. (2022, PGa, R) Erin Agostino. 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. (PG)

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Parental Guidance. (PGas) Eight sets of parents with very different parenting styles put their methods to the test.

9.00 Footy Classified. (Ml) A team of footy experts tackles the AFL’s big issues and controversies. Hosted by Sam McClure, Matthew Lloyd, Jimmy Bartel and Damian Barrett. 10.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 8. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 8 Late.

5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. 7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGl) A batch of 23 former contestants returns. 8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.40 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (Ma) The Jokers become hairstylists. 10.10 10’s Late News. 10.35 10 News+. (R) 11.35 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 12.30

Tuesday, July 8

ABC (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7)

NINE (9) 6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Australian Story. (R) 10.30 Compass. (PG, R) 11.00 If You’re Listening. (R) 11.20 Gruen. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Call The Midwife. (Ma, R) 2.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (R) 2.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 3.45 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 3. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 2. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 3. Highlights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Going Places. (PG, R) 3.25 Where The Dreamings Come From. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 3. Highlights.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PGa, R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Walking With Dinosaurs: Island Of Giants. (Final, PG)

8.50 Whale Wisdom. (R) Takes a look at the profound mystery of whales. 9.40 I Was Actually There: Beaconsfield Mine Disaster. (Final, Ml, R)

10.15 ABC Late News. 10.30 The Business. (R) 10.45 Four Corners. (R) 11.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 11.50 Lucy Worsley Investigates. (PG, R) 12.40 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 1.10 EXPOSED: The Case Of Keli Lane. (Mal, R) 2.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PGa, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys: Pula To Pazin/Buzet To Pag. (Return, PGav) Michael Portillo duels gladiators in Pula.

8.30 Insight. Looks into what drives people to cut ties and asks if it’s always a good idea.

9.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 4.

2.00 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PG, R)

3.00 Eva Longoria: Searching For Mexico. (R) 3.50 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.20 Bamay. (PG, R) 4.50 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Just Add Romance. (2019, PGa) Meghann Fahy. 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGas) Dana’s worried for Irene. Bree demands answers. Avalon’s on her own.

7.30 Stranded On Honeymoon Island. (Mlns) The couples receive another surprise crate and face off at the next Couples Cove.

10.25 The Agenda Setters. (R) An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics.

11.30 Police Custody USA: Meth Wars. (Madl, R) Cops try to bring down a drug kingpin.

12.30 Fairly Legal. (Ma, R)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Paramedics. (Return, Mlm) Paramedics rush to a fallen rider.

8.30 Footy Classified. (Ml) A team of footy experts tackles the AFL’s big issues and controversies.

9.30 Wimbledon 2025 Pre-Show. Reviews, previews, interviews, highlights and opinions from the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.

10.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 9. Quarter-finals. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 9 Late. Quarter-finals.

4.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

TEN (10)

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGl) A batch of 23 former contestants returns. 8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 9.40 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mdv) Two teens are abducted during a drug deal. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 10 News+. (R) 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 2. Highlights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 3. Highlights. 4.15 BBC News At Ten. 4.45 France 24. 5.15 PBS News. 6.15 The Food That Built The World. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.25 Alone. 9.40 Hoarders. (Return) 11.20 Pitino: Red Storm Rising. (Premiere) 12.15am Race For The Planet. 2.15 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.05pm Paddington. 2.30 Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School. 4.00 Andy’s Global Adventures. 4.25 Rocket Club. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Dino Dex. 7.40 The Inbestigators. 8.00 Junior Vets. 8.30 Deadly 60. 9.00 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 9.50 Merlin. 10.35 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 11.00 Late Programs.

6am

Morning Programs. 7.10 An Ideal Husband. (1999, PG) 9.00 Another Country. (2015, PG) 10.25 The Broken Land. (2021, M, Italian, Spanish) 12.05pm Sweet As. (2022, M) 1.40 Sissi. (1955, German) 3.40 Sissi: The Young Empress. (1956, PG, German, Hungarian) 5.40 Finding Graceland. (1998, PG) 7.30 A Bronx Tale. (1993, M) 9.45 The Drover’s Wife. (2021, MA15+) 11.45 Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Living Black. 11.30 Elder In Residence Oration 2024. 12.50pm The Redfern Story. 2.00 The Last Land: Gespe’gewa’gi. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Indian Country Today News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Tales From Zambia. 7.30 The Point. 8.30 Pro Bull Riding Australia. 9.30 Over The Black Dot. 10.00 MOVIE: Dark Age. (1987, MA15+) 11.40 Late Programs. NITV (34)

Wednesday, July 9

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 That Blackfella Show. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (PG, R) 2.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 3.45 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 4. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 3 and 4. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Insight. (R) 3.00 Going Places. (R) 3.30 The Point: Road To Referendum. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 4. Highlights.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. 8.00 Gruen. Presented by Wil Anderson.

8.35 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG) Presented by Guy Montgomery. 9.25 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) Hosted by Adam Hills.

9.55 QI. (Mls)

11.00 ABC Late News.

11.15 The Business. (R) 11.30 You Can’t Ask That. (R) 12.30 Love Your Garden. (R) 1.20 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 2.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 How Disney Built America: Dawn Of The Animated Blockbuster. (PG) Walt Disney created the first full-length animated feature film. 8.20 Eat Smart: Secrets Of The Glucose Goddess. (Premiere) Jessie Inchauspé creates tailored plans for volunteers.

9.25 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 5. 2.10 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 3.10 Eva Longoria: Searching For Mexico. (PG, R) 4.00 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am

Lunana: A Yak In The Classroom. (2019, PG, Dzongkha, English) 8.10 Finding Graceland. (1998, PG) 10.00 The Movie Show. 10.35 Tudawali. (1987, M) 12.15pm A Bronx Tale. (1993, M) 2.30 Another Country. (2015, PG) 3.55 Sissi: The Fateful Years. (1957, PG, German) 5.55 Rabbit-Proof Fence. (2002, PG) 7.35 The Delinquents. (1989, M) 9.30 Mad Bastards. (2010, MA15+) 11.20 Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Over The Black Dot. 11.30 The Point. 12.30pm Pro Bull Riding Australia. 1.30 Sunset To Sunrise. 2.00 The Last Land: Gespe’gewa’gi.

(34) 6am Shopping. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00 Million Dollar

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Written In The Stars. (2021, PGa) Kimberley Crossman. 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Biosecurity makes an alarming discovery.

8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL. 9.30 Unfiltered. (PGa) Hosted by Hamish McLachlan. 10.00 Ashley Cain: Into The Danger Zone. (Malv) 11.20 Stags. (MA15+adv) 12.20 Touching Evil. (MA15+av) 1.20 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Scented With Love. (2022, PGa, R) Rebecca Olson. 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. (PG)

6.00 9News. 7.00 Rugby League. State of Origin. Game 3. New South Wales v Queensland. From Accor Stadium, Sydney. 10.00 State Of Origin Post-Match. A post-match wrap-up of Game 3 of the State of Origin match between New South Wales and Queensland. 11.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 10. Quarter-finals. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 10 Late. Quarter-finals. 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 MasterChef Australia. A batch of 23 former contestants returns. 8.40 Elsbeth. (Mv) Elsbeth matches wits with a professional psychic. Kaya’s dreams of becoming a detective may come true. 9.40 FBI: International. (Mv) A CEO living in Prague is extorted for millions. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 10 News+. (R) 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 1.20pm Our Law. 2.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 3. Highlights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 4. Highlights. 4.15 BBC News At Ten. 4.45 France 24. 5.15 PBS News. 6.15 The Food That Built The World. 7.00 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Dopesick. (Premiere) Midnight MOVIE: Nekrotronic. (2018, MA15+) 1.45 One Night In... 2.40 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 11.55 Thomas And Friends. 12.55pm Mecha Builders. 2.05 Paddington. 2.30 Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School. 4.00 Andy’s Global Adventures. 4.25 Rocket Club. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Dino Dex. 7.40 The Inbestigators. 8.00 Junior Vets. 8.30 Abbott Elementary. 9.15 Doctor Who. 11.35 Late Programs.

Open letter to the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council

I’m writing to you about the recent decision to cut funding across several areas of the arts within our region. While the arts may be a “soft target”, this perception fundamentally underestimates the wide-ranging and long-term value that a thriving creative sector provides to the peninsula.

If the council aims to spend ratepayer money wisely, cutting the arts is a false economy.

Investment in the arts consistently delivers strong returns - in terms of cultural enrichment, economic stimulus, tourism, job creation, community wellbeing, and regional identity.

Consider the example of South Korea, where a strategic, government-led investment in cultural industries (film, design, music, art) over the past two decades has transformed the country into a global cultural leader. The so-called “Korean Wave” didn’t emerge by chance. It was the result of long-term planning and government backing. The outcome? Billions in export revenue, thriving tourism, a booming creative sector, and international recognition.

While the Mornington Peninsula may not be aiming for global cultural influence, the lesson applies: when local government invests in the arts, the entire community benefits.

Here’s why reversing this funding decision is not only the right thing, but the smart thing: The arts drive local economies: Festivals, exhibitions, public art, and performances draw visitors, stimulate spending in local hospitality and retail, and support hundreds of jobs.

They improve health and wellbeing: Creative programs enhance mental health, reduce isolation, and support the inclusion of youth, aged care, and people with disabilities.

They build community pride and identity: A region that values its artists and storytellers demonstrates its appreciation for creativity, culture, and belonging.

They attract co-funding: Local support often unlocks additional investment from state and federal sources or philanthropic organisations.

The Mornington Peninsula is already known for its natural beauty. It should be equally recognised for its cultural vitality.

Michael Leeworthy, Red Hill South

What really matters

Rupert Steiner’s letter (Marsh guillotine, Letters 24/6/25) is a timely reminder to question what sort of community we really should be on the Mornington Peninsula.

Do we want a community led by a Trumpish clique of six that elevates individualism above connectedness, self-interest against the common good?

Do we want a society without opportunities for creativity in the arts, or devoid of empathy for those less fortunate, the homeless or for those left with the legacy and ongoing impacts of injustices?

Do we want the remaining expressions of the natural world replaced by more car parks and widened roads?

Or do we want a community vibrant with imagination and innovation within a natural environment that nurtures and revitalizes?

Do we want to continue to sweep past indigenous injustices under the mat or do we support First Peoples’ initiatives that benefit all of us?

Do we applaud record numbers of arrests (Crime rate jumps 24% with record arrests, The News 24/6/25) as evidence of being “tough on crime”, or do we invest in early-life interventions as a way of avoiding criminalisation later?

Do we envisage a society with compassion and a readiness to reach out, even beyond our own sphere, such as the Timor-Leste supporters vowing to continue their invaluable projects for impoverished communities despite brutal Shire funds cuts (Timor-Leste supports vow to continue despite shire funds cut, The News 24/6/25). Councillor David Gill admirably went against this council’s meanness with his personal donation of $5000 matching dollar for dollar. Or, closer to home, do we support the valuable work for mental health of which the Men’s Shed is a vital part (Future on the line for cramped Men’s Shed, The News 24/6/25)

Isn’t it time to reflect on what really matters in today’s seemingly self-absorbed world?

Henk van Leeuwen, Mount Martha

Climate delusions

Ann Robb Secretary-Mornington Environment Association (Climate dismay, Letters 24/06/25) would have us believe that our council, by deleting funding for climate change initiatives is going to play some part in advancing a climate crisis resulting in increased floods, storms and bushfires.

In all fairness, this is an ideology promoted by Anthony Albanese, Chris Bowen and many others resulting in untold billions being directed from our economy to subsidise all manner of green projects from solar farms, land and sea wind turbines, electric cars etc. not one of these ventures would be viable without subsidies which we all pay for with our taxes.

How the Rosebud Hospital could use a little of this wasted money.

The fact remains, if Australia achieved zero greenhouse house emissions at great personal cost with ever rising power prices , the effect on climate would be negligible.

How the promoters of such a scheme can accept the terrible increase to our cost of living, let alone the environmental damage to our Forrest’s, farmlands, and wildlife is beyond belief. But sadly that is the present situation.

At least we are keeping China happy as the chief manufacturer of solar panels, wind turbines and electric cars, all made with power largely generated from coal imported from, you guessed it, Australia.

One thing we can be thankful for is that Climate 200 did not get their Flinders candidate elected.

Keith Davis, Somers

Healthy house

Amy Hiller (Energy efficiency, Letters 23/6/25) applauds Repower for donating home energy efficiency kits to peninsula residents, stating that 80% of Australian homes are merely 2 star energy rating. These kits, including door draught stoppers, are supposed to slightly increase the energy efficiency of our homes.

Let me tell all of these non-scientific crusaders something. Our house of 50 years is bright and breezy and healthy. We have ceiling insulation but not any air-conditioning.

In summer, doors and windows are left open, as appropriate, allowing cooling healthy breezes to flow through the house.

If it gets hotter, we turn on electric fans. In winter, windows are left slightly open, night and day, as appropriate, to ensure a movement of fresh air, which ensures no mould in the bathroom or anywhere else.

Odours and living odours are removed (some houses smell). Properly built, our house even has small wall vents in every room, opening to the wall cavity.

You must have ventilation. Oxygen and sunlight kills airborne bacteria and viruses and purifies the air. Recirculating stale air in a hermetically sealed house does the opposite. You will get sick.

Comparing Australian homes to Europe is nonsensical: they are covered in snow all winter with sub-zero temperatures; we are not.

One last thing: We have gas heaters, one in the kitchen, one in the lounge. We love it. I am not interested in home energy efficiency, even though we probably use less energy than others.

I don’t want any darned fool interfering government from La La Land telling me how to live my life in my own home.

Brian A Mitchelson, Mornington

Rubbish everywhere

As a resident of Frankston I am disgusted at the rubbish that is strewn along the streets and pathways. Don’t the residents have any pride in their city?

You have to be on the watch for dog poo on the beach walkway.

I came up from Warrnambool to be close to family. They have very little problem with street

Insane waste of money

It looks as if the shire has too much money.

About six of these totally unnecessary signs have appeared in Balnarring Beach advising locals that from now on we can’t take our dogs down this drainage reserve without the threat of fines.

After following the link given on the signs, it seems the intent of this new prohibition was the protection of indigenous flora and fauna.

I’m still waiting for a reply to my questions on what wildlife and plant survey, this decision was taken.

Talking about indigenous plants, this reserve has been so neglected by the Shire that it is choked with noxious weeds like ivy, ash trees,pitosporum and cape ivy blackberries and such.

I know we have echidnas, swamp rats, and lots of birds around, but I have never seen

litter down there. It’s a pity that we can’t take more pride and love our city.

Christine Di Palma, Frankston

Rates freeze?

Prior to last year’s Frankston City elections the council ordered its officers to make a report into the possibility of freezing rates.

Some eight months later where is the report ?

And in the Frankston City News it states that there will be an increase in rates but under the 3.5%.

The welfare budget and organisations budgets have also not been frozen.

Even though interest rates have been cut the cost of living has continued to increase and property owners can’t afford increased rates.

There needs to be a major review in expenditure by the Frankston council to cut costs so there can be a freeze in rates.

None of the candidates who contested the last council elections promised a cut or to freeze rates.

Russell Morse, Karingal

My sincere thanks

Last Thursday (26 June), having delivered a carload of goods to the RSPCA shop in Mornington, and having foolishly put my mobile phone on the roof of my car, I drove off leaving it there.

I was pursued by two very determined women who caught up with me at a service station about a kilometre away.

I was so bemused to see one of them holding out my phone that I did not thank them adequately.

Not only would I have lost my phone, but I would also have lost my licence, credit card and

any adverse interaction with our local dog population.

After contacting the shire about all this and why our community was not involved in this decision, I was told that online forums and community meetings were held all over the shire.

Sadly, this blanket and uninformed decision making is a confirmation of the undemocratic decisions being made by this council of six.

After speaking to many local residents, it has become clear to me that such waste of our rate money is not appreciated here in Balnarring Beach. All we’re asking is for these stupid signs to be removed, and if possible, our creek reserve is managed a little better.

Rupert Steiner, Balnarring Beach

health cards which were in the wallet, as well as the contacts and photos on the phone.

I am so grateful to these women for pursuing me and returning my phone; I hope that they will read this letter and know how appreciative I am of the good turn which they did.

Ann Miller, Frankston South

Where’s Zoe?

Missing! Has anybody seen the Member for Flinders?

Please contact the constituents of the Mornington Peninsula if you know her whereabouts. Last seen buying croissants and crème brulee...

Dale Stohr, Crib Point

Arrivederci!

I’ve been saying my piece to this excellent local newspaper for more than a decade, truth is I’m done, thus farewell, to all you letter writers. Perhaps (likely?) a raindrop on a downpour but always a satisfying raindrop, maybe landing on the head of your opponents, if any?

Seek the truth, your truth, despite hands over their ears.

My preference is for female contributions from Rye to Frankston. I think to myself “Why not Sorrento?” a cross section preferable. Maybe quality earmuffs? No matter.

Overseas wars feeding us their half truths, each leader into power and corruption at the expense of some 95% of their people, all or mostly all powerless, the raindrop principle, the dream of everyday life (hope?) a necessity, our Prime Minister watching his back.

A day at a time, an hour? Keep on writing. Cheers?

Cliff Ellen, Rye

Baxter - On The ‘Wallaby’ with a walking group

Compiled by Cameron McCullough

On Sunday last the hamlet of Baxter was surprised out of its usual calm, by the extraordinary sight of a body of eighteen well-dressed men tramping in orderly formation along the roadway.

Speculation was rife as to the invasion, but it proved to be a peaceful one, consisting of members of the “Wallaby” Walking Club from Melbourne.

They were on the tramp to view what sights Baxter and the surrounding country had to offer.

After climbing the hill to Barrett’s, dinner was partaken of in real country style, all sitting on a large log.

After this a visit was made to the residence of Cr. Geo. Young, and considerable surprise was expressed by all members of the party that such a beautiful view existed so close to Melbourne, and was so little known.

The party consisted of doctors and other professional men, and was led by Dr. Hornabrook, of Collins street.

After leaving Cr. Young’s the route taken was through the Langwarrin military reserve, on towards the Government pine plantation, then back by rail to Melbourne. ***

Little Apples. Little Fines. Little Jokes

When the name of Christopher Chandler was called an elderly man stepped forward at the Frankston Court last week to answer a charge of topping fruit (apples) as discovered in cases on May 8.

Asked how he pleaded, Chandler remarked that he “would like to hear

the evidence.”

Mr. W. G. Smith (whimsically):

Yes, it is, perhaps, a wise thing.

Thomas Wadson, inspector, said four cases of apples exposed for sale for Chandler were so packed that the top layer contained apples of an average diameter of between 2¾in. and 3in. Some of the apples were even larger than 3in.

But the under layers contained 50 per cent of an average of between 2½in. to 2¼in.

Chandler had said that he had not packed the fruit himself, and he had been in so great a hurry that he had not properly supervised.

The fruit was unblemished and of uniform quality throughout.

Chandler: I am eligible for the old age pension. I have never been charged before, and I do not want in my life to have a conviction recorded against me. I would ask your Worship to take all the facts into careful and lenient consideration, and, if possible, allow me to make a reasonable donation to charity or to unemployed funds to atone for my mistake, and not record a conviction.

I would esteem it a great privilege.

The Bench was obviously impressed by the appeal.

A hint by the magistrate drew a blank as far as Inspector Wadeson was concerned, for he informed the Bench that he had no authority to withdraw the charge.

Mr. Smith then informed Chandler that a conviction was not such a very terrible blot on a man’s character in a case of this kind.

A fine of 10/- was inflicted.

Chandler: I thank your Worships.

I will pay a pound to charity. I feel that I have deserved something for my carelessness.

John Millar, Langwarrin road, Frankston, was the target of similar charge for the same date, by Inspector Wadeson.

Millar said he had made a mistake and put the wrong grade in the boxes. He had never sent apples to market before as he had only been on the place twelve months.

In fining Millar 10/-, Mr. Smith remarked that it was strange that with all the excuses that it was always the little apples that got to the bottom of the case. (Laughter).

***

Queen Of Fire Brigade

A euchre party and dance was held in the Mechanics’ Hall last evening to raise funds for the “Queen of Fire Brigade” (Miss Dorothy Legge).

There was a large attendance, and the function was very much enjoyed by all present.

The excellent music supplied by Messrs. Taylor Cooper, R. Amor, F. Bishop and Miss Amor, was much appreciated.

The fire brigade members were present in uniform.

Supper was provided by the ladies, who assisted Mrs. Legge in a very capable manner. Mrs. Legge desires to thank all the ladies and others for their gifts, donations and assistance given at the function referred to.

***

Frankston Park – Improvement Committee

A meeting of the Frankston Park Improvement Commttee was held on Thursday evening, June 25, Mr. T. J.

McMurtrie presiding.

The hon. secretary, Mr. McGovern, reported that the improvement scheme had been completed and had given general satisfaction.

The cost had run into some hundreds of pounds and there was still a liability of £116, which must be liquidated within the next six months.

Mr. McMurtrie conveyed the gratifying information that the work on the oval had been a great success, and with reasonable care and attention would equal anything of the kind outside Melbourne.

It was important, he said, that the finances should be put on a satisfactory footing, and as all the public benefitted by the improvement works carried out there should be no difficulty in raising the necessary money.

It was decided to ask the ladies to form a committee to organise a bazaar as a means of providing the necessary money.

It was announced by the chairman that Mrs. Swanson, of Langwarrin, had won the competition organised by the committee for which a sovereign was the prize.

***

Personal

Miss A. M. Armstrong has arrived at the Frankston State school, in succession to Miss Pepper, who was transferred.

Mr. W. J. McIntosh, the wellknown Frankston dentist, is at present seriously ill at his residence, Melbourne road. Mr. Davis, L.D.S., is acting locum tenens for Mr. McIntosh.

The Rev. A. P. McFarlane, vicar of St. Paul’s Frankston, who has

been spending a holiday at Healesville, following a recent illness, has returned home again quite restored to health.

The many friends of Miss Winnie Hallinan, licensee of the Prince of Wales Hotel, Frankston, will be pleased to learn, that though still an inmate of Dr. Maxwell’s private hospital, she is progressing favourably.

Mr. Pitt, head-master of Seaford school is on the sick list and had to keep to his room on Thursday last.

Mr. Alf. Davey, manager of Taylor & Ritchie’s local motor garage, and Mr. Reg. Ritchie, of Mornington, have returned from their motor tour through New South Wales, having covered a distance of over five hundred miles. They were absent for about three weeks, and a very enjoyable trip was experienced.

No trouble was experienced with the car used, which was a Ford Tourer. Mr. Davey is more than satisfied with the way this car performed over such a long journey, considering that the roads were in such a bad state.

The party were invited by the residents of Lockington to accompany them on a hare drive at this spot, and good shooting was had, hares and quail being plentiful.

A bag of 200 hares was obtained by the party, and nearly 400 quail in four days. No dogs were used for the birds.

The scenery was delightful on the trip, and is recommended to anyone contemplating a trip by motor.

***

From the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 3 July 1925

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Finally, relief from your hip pain

DOES this describe YOU?

• You get hip pain laying on your side in bed, and just can’t get to sleep.

• You place a pillow between your legs to help you get to sleep but laying on the painful side is still waking you.

• You find yourself standing on one leg with your other hip hanging lower, or you sitting with crossed legs causes the pain

• You are a runner worried your hip pain will get worse and stop you from exercising.

If so then read on.

The pain on the outside of the hip can be due to inflammation of the gluteal tendon, of Gluteus Medius and Minimus, where the gluteal muscles attach. It can also be where a bursa (a fat pad called the trochanteric bursa) can become inflamed. The hip pain may be associated with a stiff back.

Physiotherapist Brett Blanch-Hellyer, says that it is an injury affected by hip weakness and postural habits that place the tendons under stress. It requires a full analysis of the hip and lower limb, looking from the foot to the back biomechanics.

It can require massage, and specific strengthening exercises for the gluteal muscles as well as improving core stability to control pelvic movement.

In addition to the above solutions, there is a recent healing technology that is making a profound difference to outside of the hip pain sufferers.

Practice owner, Paul Rowson says “Shockwave Therapy is often useful, because the gluteal tendons are a connective tissue, not a muscle. It puts a significant shockwave through the tissues you apply it to. It is a pressure wave which brings blood flow to the area. Tendons and connective tissue do not have much blood supply and can take a long time to heal. Shockwave artificially stimulates the healing of the tendon.”

Shockwave therapy can also be used on Achilles tendonitis, Plantar Fasciitis, golfer’s and tennis elbow, and rotator cuff tendon problems,

and is usually most effective on long term chronic problems, rather than acute injuries.

Shockwave is not the first line of treatment for injured patients. Physiotherapy and graded exercise are more likely in the first instance. But for more stubborn conditions, shockwave has shown good results.

“The evidence at the moment suggests between three to five treatments are required, but most people should see an improvement within three sessions. It has a success rate up to 90%” Brett says.

The Shockwave therapy is administered for a three-minute period

to the affected area during consecutive weekly appointments. “It is a bit of an uncomfortable sensation” Brett says, “like most physio hands-on treatments, with a little discomfort during the treatment.”

Paul says, “After each session, most people get a significant reduction of pain and symptoms. Long term it stimulates healing, short term it reduces pain. The best thing is, the effects are long lasting. It prevents a lot of people having more invasive things like surgery or injections.

The treatment is considered safe, but can produce skin reddening or bruising, short term pain, and

Clinically proven*

• Heel pain (plantar fasciitis and Achilles

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cannot be used on people taking blood thinning medications or with bleeding disorders. “

“It is important to know that Shockwave has a long-term effect. Most of the time you have good outcomes, without having to have further treatments.”

Shockwave is now available in Balnarring. Call the practice now and speak to one of our physios to see if Shockwave suits your condition. Back in Motion is at 6/2-8 Russell Street, Balnarring. Phone 03 5983 1021. www.backinmotion.com.au/balnarring

Physiotherapist, Brett Blanch-Hellyer

Rosebud strikes back against Pythons, Yabbies pinch a win

MPFNL

By Brodie Cowburn

MEN’S DIV ONE

ROSEBUD are back on the winner’s list after beating Pines on Saturday.

Ladder leaders Rosebud came into the match off of a shock three point loss to Langwarrin. They remained on top of the ladder by percentage only. Pines were up for the fight at Olympic Park last weekend. The Pythons led at the first break by a point. By threequarter-time Rosebud had taken the lead, but only by seven points.

Rosebud finished the job with a strong final quarter, going on to win 15.10 (100) to 12.8 (80). They kicked the last four goals to wrap things up.

Campbell Hustwaite, Kirk Dickson, Reid Nanscawen, Matthew Cumming, and Jake Carosella were Rosebud’s best. Dickson kicked four goals and Cumming kicked three.

Frankston YCW kept level with first place with a 20 point win over Red Hill.

It was a scrappy affair at John Coburn Oval on Saturday. The Stonecats scored 15 behinds, but still managed to come away with the win.

Billy McCormack, Lachlan Bryce, Matt Hill, Mackenna Hura, and Brenton Lambert were named the Stonecats’ best. Riley D’Arcy added four more goals to his growing tally for the year.

Langwarrin couldn’t replicate their success against Rosebud on the road against Sorrento. The Sharks won 17.9 (111) to 8.10 (58) on Saturday.

Around the grounds, EdithvaleAspendale beat Mt Eliza in a close one at Emil Madsen Reserve and Mornington smashed Dromana by 51 points away from home at Dromana Recreation Reserve.

MEN’S DIV TWO

KARINGAL came agonisingly close to their first win of the season last Saturday, but fell just short to Tyabb.

The Bulls and Yabbies have both struggled in season 2025, languishing at the bottom of the ladder. Bunguyan Reserve hosted the match on Saturday with both sides keen to capitalise on a good opportunity for a win.

Karingal established a good lead, but couldn’t stop the momentum swinging the other way. It wasn’t always pretty, but Tyabb managed to drag themselves over the line for an 11.18 (84) to 12.7 (79) win.

Another battler in 2025 picked up a win last weekend, as Hastings upset Devon Meadows.

On Hastings’ home turf, the two sides played out one of the closest matches of the year. The lead at each break of play was never higher than two points.

After a see-sawing epic, Hastings managed to hold on for a famous one

point win. Hastings won 14.6 (90) to 15.5 (89).

Kade Foster the the differencemaker for the victors, booting five goals in a best-on-ground display.

Frankston Bombers stretched their winning run to 11-0 on Saturday with a 22 point win at home against Somerville. Pearcedale remain just one win behind them on the ladder after a 31 point victory against Seaford.

Crib Point and Chelsea closed out the round with comfortable wins over Bonbeach and Rye respectively.

WOMEN’S DIV ONE

MORNINGTON have succumbed to their first defeat of the season at the hands of Warragul Industrials.

The Bulldogs have been the team to beat all year, and came into their clash with Warragul with an unblemished 10-0 record. Warragul had been beaten just twice.

The Bulldogs kicked the first two goals at Alexandra Park, but Warragul soon fought back. The Industrials

went into the first break with a narrow two point lead, which they held onto throughout the afternoon.

The Bulldogs remained in striking distance, but a goalless final quarter sealed their fate. Warragul won 5.4 (34) to 6.13 (49).

Stella Rogers kicked two goals for Mornington to keep her side in the contest.

Frankston comfortably beat Bonbeach away from home on Saturday evening.

Frankston raced into an early lead, and never gave it up. The Dolphins emerged victorious 2.4 (16) to 6.9 (45).

Seikula Drodrolagi booted three goals for Frankston, and Adele Kerley kicked two. Zoe Mitchell, Jemma Radford, Adele Kerley, Stephanie Rummel, and Amilia Weahwere named in their best.

Karingal thumped Pearcedale by 97 points on Saturday to close out the round. Taliah Black and Hayley Monk each kicked four goals.

NEXT WEEK’S GAMES

DIVISION ONE MENS

Saturday 5 July, 2pm: Dromana v Frankston YCWDromana Recreation Reserve

Edithvale-Aspendale v Red Hill - Regents Park

Pines v Langwarrin - Eric Bell Reserve

Rosebud v MorningtonOlympic Park Rosebud Sorrento v Mt Eliza - David Macfarlane Reserve

DIVISION TWO MENS

Saturday 5 July, 2pm: Bonbeach v Rye - Bonbeach Reserve

Chelsea v PearcedaleChelsea Recreation Reserve Crib Point v Seaford - Crib Point Recreation Reserve

Karingal v Devon MeadowsKaringal Football Club

Somerville v HastingsSomerville Football Club

Tyabb v Frankston BombersBunguyan Reserve

DIVISION ONE WOMENS

Saturday 5 July, 10am: Karingal v Bonbeach - Karingal Football Club

Saturday 5 July, 1pm: Mornington v FrankstonMornington Alexandra Park

Sunday 6 July, 3pm: Warragul Industrials v Pearcedale - Western Park

DIVISION TWO WOMENS

Saturday 5 July, 10am: Frankston (Reserve) v Edithvale-Aspendale - Kinetic Stadium

Saturday 5 July, 11am: Mornington (Reserve) v Mt Eliza - Mornington Alexandra Park

Red Hill FNC v Tyabb - Red Hill Recreation Reserve

Saturday 5 July, 1pm: Red Hill FNC/Balnarring Thunder FC v Karingal (Reserve) - Balnarring Reserve

Sunday 6 July, 12pm: Warragul Industrial v Bass Coast - Western Park

DIVISION THREE WOMENS

Saturday 5 July, 4.40pm: Crib Point v Pearcedale (Reserve) - Crib Point Recreation Reserve

Pines v Langwarrin - Eric Bell Reserve

Tyabb v Chelsea - Bunguyan Reserve

Bonbeach (Reserve) v RyeBonbeach Reserve

THE Sharks had an easy win over the Kangas.

Picture: Paul Churcher

FRANKSTON YCW got the better of Red Hill. Picture: Craig Barrett

Grimshaw coup for Seagulls

SOCCER

By Craig MacKenzie

MORNINGTON expects ex-Manchester United

midfielder Liam Grimshaw to arrive this week.

The 30-year-old came through youth ranks at United before signing a professional contract with the English giant in 2013.

He signed for Preston North End in 2016 and the following year joined Motherwell where he made 101 appearances before joining Morton for the 2022-23 season.

He was on the move again the following season and made 33 appearances for Dundee United.

The Seagulls were alerted to his availability through assistant coach Nathan Peel and have been speaking to Grimshaw for the past fortnight.

“He’s got some pedigree,” Mornington head coach Adam Jamieson said.

Grimshaw will slot straight into a midfield berth as Jay Davies joined Langwarrin last week.

Mornington faltered in its drive for promotion when going down 3-2 at home to South Springvale on Saturday.

James Kelly scored both of Mornington’s goals on a substandard playing surface at Dallas Brooks Park.

“Our ground is in a terrible condition right now and it probably cost us (against South Springvale),” Jamieson said.

“We have to do something about this over the next few days.”

Former Dandenong Thunder striker Brayden Mann made a late substitute appearance for the Seagulls.

It was Mann’s first match back after a lengthy period on the sidelines due to a hip injury.

As we went to press Mornington was expecting to finalise negotiations with central defender Matt Hennessey from Bentleigh Greens. He has also been on the books of Melbourne Victory, Hume City, Pascoe Vale, Bulleen and Dandenong City.

Ryan Paczkowski has returned to England for family reasons.

In VPL1 Langwarrin won 5-2 at home against Northcote City on Friday night.

Langy got off to a flyer thanks to a Brad Blumenthal back-post header in the 5th minute and went 2-0 up in the 42nd minute when a Blumenthal cross wasn’t cleared and Ryo Takahashi’s deflected shot gave Northcote keeper Ahmad Taleb no chance.

Two minutes later a Takahashi pass was intercepted by Sam Warde who skipped past Rogan McGeorge then hammered a lot shot past Langy keeper James Burgess from just outside the box.

But Takahashi restored the home side’s twogoal lead in the 60th minute when a long throw wasn’t cleared and he swivelled and struck a firm shot that beat Taleb at the keeper’s near post.

Seven minutes later it was 3-2 after Alun Webb was tripped inside the area and Devin O’Hea converted from the spot.

In the 71st minute Archie Macphee was on target from close range following a series of headers in and around the Northcote area and seven minutes later substitute Tom Youngs put the visitors out of their misery with a superb finish from the left of the box.

Langy youngster Mark Deacon made his full senior debut and was impressive while 18-yearold Dylan Street made his senior bow off the bench in the second half.

Street joined the under-19s this year from Glen Eira.

Experienced midfielder Davies came off the bench late in the game.

“After hearing that he had left Mornington last week I spoke to him about coming in and joining the squad as I felt we needed some more experience for the back end of the season,” head coach Jamie Skelly said.

Langwarrin has now amassed 13 out of a possible 15 points from the last five games.

In State 2 news Skye United and Peninsula Strikers both enjoyed home wins last weekend.

Skye downed Noble Park United 4-2 while Strikers beat Mooroolbark 2-0.

Skye was looking to bounce back from successive 1-0 losses and took the lead in the 38th

minute when Marcus Collier bundled the ball over the line from a corner.

Mitch Blake was introduced at half-time and took two minutes to make an impact when he finished off a Shameit Sharma square ball after a well-worked move.

Minutes later it was 3-0 as Nhan Than converted from the spot after Varmah Mgoneh was brought down.

The visitors clawed their way back into the contest after a penalty from Paul McEvoy and a deflected free-kick from Alex Vranesevic but with 10 minutes to go Blake sealed the three points with a smart turn and finish inside the area.

Strikers’ success came after a strong secondhalf display which produced both goals.

In the 58th minute Campbell Steedman’s cross was superbly headed into the far corner by Sam Maggs who could have made it 2-0 two minutes later but his low shot was well saved by Mooroolbark keeper Vlad Velikin.

Second half sub Matt Harrington doubled the lead in the 81st minute.

Wayne Gordon found Riley Anderton whose first-time touch put Harrington through and he coolly slotted home on the half volley to seal the three points.

In State 4 news Chelsea found Lyndale United a difficult opponent at Edithvale Recreation Reserve on Saturday but prevailed 2-1 to maintain its promotion battle with Endeavour United.

James Stinson equalised from the penalty spot in the 75th minute and substitute Cole Ryan nabbed the winner in injury time.

Rosebud took another three points in its search for a top-six finish with a dominant display in a 3-1 away win over Noble Hurricanes last weekend.

The visitors took the lead in the 7th minute when Kori Weetch found the fine run of Barney Johnson and he displayed excellent composure to slot neatly past Hurricanes keeper Elvis Alimovski.

Rosebud made it 2-0 in the 65th minute with another well worked move finished by Ashton McMahon and five minutes later it was 3-0.

Weetch again was the provider playing in Connor Wharton for the finish.

Hurricanes pulled back a consolation goal with a high looping header that dropped in at the far post but the visitors had no problem seeing out the remainder of the contest.

Somerville Eagles have a Marcus Anastasiou goal to thank for a share of the spoils in Saturday’s 1-1 home draw with Monash University.

Somerville remains in the top six but only just with Baxter now snapping at its heels.

Baxter won 2-1 at home to Sandown Lions on Saturday.

The local side had been busy in the week leading up to the clash and had signed Jai Power and Cody Storton-French from Strikers while Dan Bancroft had returned to Mount Martha.

Baxter took a 1-0 lead into the half-time break thanks to a well-placed half-volley from Charlie O’Connell.

The lead should have been greater with Power and O’Connell both being denied by the cross-

bar.

The visitors levelled 20 minutes into the second half.

An Aiden McKenna challenge saw the referee point to the spot.

Abraham Koul’s conversion attempt struck the bar and was cleared but the ensuing corner was spilled by Baxter keeper Chris Marshall and Kuol tapped it in.

Shortly after Sandown’s Ahmed Abdulkadir was sent off following a clash with O’Connell and despite Baxter’s pressure it looked as if a draw was inevitable.

That was until the final minute of normal time when a misplaced Austin Sporys shot fell to Kyle Eichenberger whose first-time strike proved decisive.

On Friday night Frankston Pines lost 3-1 away to Springvale City with Davey Jones scoring for Pines.

Springvale’s Brodie McMinimee and Pines’ Aloysio Ferreira Neto were both sent off in the second half.

There’s been no official announcement from Pines but Mauricio Perez is the head coach and has signed a few players from former club Greater Dandenong.

In State 5 Mount Eliza continues to snap at the heels of ladder leader Fortuna 60 and despite head coach Gerry McDonagh’s concerns over his squad’s depth the local outfit is a firm favourite to finish in a top-two spot and retain its league status.

Saturday’s 4-1 home win over Aspendale was due to a dominant second-half display.

The sides were locked at 1-1 at half-time with a superb free-kick from Mount Eliza’s Austin Mcewen cancelled out by a Jared Kilmartin equaliser in the 30th minute.

A minute into the second half a Harris Battison corner wasn’t cleared and Mcewen hit the target from the edge of the area.

He completed his hat-trick in the 80th minute by converting from the spot after a handball infringement.

Mount Eliza wrapped up proceedings five minutes later when substitute Troy BuchananFerguson’s first touch was a header from a Jackson Tossavainen corner that rounded off the scoreline.

Seaford United drew 1-1 at home to Casey Panthers on Saturday.

Seaford dominated play but a stubborn Panthers and a brilliant keeping performance from Quinn Carter kept the home side at bay.

Seaford led at the break thanks to a goal of the year contender from Zain Ahmad.

In the 36th minute Luke Murray broke down the left and flicked the ball over his opponent’s head then volleyed his cross to Ahmad whose stunning bicycle kick found the top corner of goal.

Casey hit back in the 56th minute when Lucas Whiteside was given a free header from a corner and made it count.

The result gives Seaford a mountain to climb to grab a top two finish that would ensure its State 5 status for next season.

Mount Martha remains near the foot of the table following Saturday’s 2-1 home loss to Endeavour Hills Fire.

The home side was 2-0 down when an Archie Thomas second-half header completed the scoreline.

NEXT WEEKEND

Friday, 4 July, 8.30pm

FC Noble Hurricanes v Frankston Pines, Alex Nelson Reserve

Saturday, 5 July, 3pm Langwarrin v Moreland City, Lawton Park Mazenod v Mornington, Brandon Park Reserve Skye Utd v Chisholm Utd, Skye Recreation Reserve

Chelsea v Baxter, Edithvale Recreation Reserve Somerville Eagles v Rosebud, Westernport Secondary College

Bunyip District v Aspendale, Bunyip Recreation Reserve

Endeavour Hills Fire v Seaford Utd, Power Reserve

Pakenham Utd v Mount Eliza, IYU Reserve

Casey Panthers v Mount Martha, Prospect Hill Reserve

Sunday, 6 July, 3pm North Caulfield v Peninsula Strikers, Caulfield Park

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One in, one out: Liam Grimshaw (left) expected to arrive this week while Jay Davies has switched to Langwarrin. Pictures: Supplied and Jordan M. Sport

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