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A Spot Of Boules
Pétanque is a bowling game that comes from a family of games called “boules” which include some more well-known variants such as lawn bowls and bocce and we have a well-established Pétanque Club right here on our doorstep, in Moorooduc.
12. Rolling With The Punches
Karen Catalucci has rolled with the punches. She’s an inspiring Southern Peninsula boxing coach and fitness professional who exhibits strength beyond the ring. Karen’s no stranger to set backs; she’s fought hard to battle breast cancer and is a woman equally strong in mind as in body. Boxing and fitness have helped her rise from the knock downs.
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16. Oh Yes, Oh Yes
Spanning three decades, DJ Carl Cox is known as one of the pioneers of Britain's house music scene as well as being one of the world's biggest names in techno.
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20. Hell Ship
The story of the Ticonderoga was passed down through generations of the Veitch family but it was left to the great-great-grandson, Michael Veitch, to record the event: “Hell Ship”, a gripping narrative account of the voyage of the Ticonderoga. Coming soon to the Frankston Arts Centre, he presents a one man theatre piece in which he takes the audience on his great-great-grandfather’s journey.
24. Arts Sales Helping Our Artists
Last month Nissarana Galleries launched its ‘Giving Back’ to the community art sale to support its family of artists and offer to the public premium artworks at hugely discounted prices.
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26. Everywhen Goes Online
With art galleries required to close under Victoria’s stage 2 and 3 restrictions Everywhen’s gallery space in Cook Street, Flinders closed since late March, has been offering online viewings to discerning art lovers.
Eat & Drink 28. We Love Talking Hens
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29. Truffle Kerfuffle
Jenny McAuley from Red Hill Truffles believes she has finally mastered the art of growing truffles and has opened her farm doors just in time for the coming season.
35. Milbri #1 In Rosebud
The Milbri has stayed strong through the COVID-19 pandemic trading seven nights and offering pickup and delivery thanks to a loyal following and are ranked number one for dining venues in Rosebud by Trip Advisor.
38. The Steak Specialists
When husband and wife team Siller and Deborah Bello recently became the coveted owners of the iconic Squires Loft Mornington, they had no idea the challenges that would lay ahead of them.
Real Estate 44. Welcome To The Good Life
A spectacular property designed with undeniable luxury in mind, this exclusive awardwinning home exceeds every expectation, perfectly positioned in the heart of Flinders.
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Do you have a backyard? Hens make for fantastic pets! Talking Hens have Hy-line Browns which are extremely friendly and placid. They love company and like nothing more than to spend time interacting with their owners.
46. St Mark's Anglican Church Dromana
In the 1870's, the fledgling community’s worship services were held on the foreshore amongst the banksia opposite Mrs Warren’s confectionery shops and tearooms, but it was soon decided that the township needed a more formal place of worship. Cover Image by Yanni A hermit crab enjoying isolation on the beach during sunset at Point Nepean on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula.
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