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RYE Fire Brigade held an open day on Saturday 4 October to help the community ‘Get Fire Ready’. Kids (and parents) were able to get up close to the equipment used to save lives every year. The brigade also had a range of information available, kids activities, demonstrations, and a sausage sizzle.
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Councillors vote to develop ‘Climate Resilience Plan’
Cameron McCullough cameron@mpnews.com.au
MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire
councillors have voted for the shire’s CEO, Mark Stoermer, to prepare and present a “Climate Resilience Plan” to council, replacing the Climate Emergency Declaration and the Climate Action Plan that they scrapped in April.
The shire’s previous Climate Action Plan was adopted in Au-
gust 2020, one year after the shire declared a climate emergency. The plan entailed a ten-year program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lessen the effects of climate change.
The newly elected council first questioned the plan in January this year with a motion passed for shire officers to prepare a report to help councillors make informed “strategic and budgetary decisions” regarding its climate emergency declaration. This report was presented at the
22 April council meeting where Cr Paul Pingiaro tabled a motion to scrap the declaration along with its associated plan. At the time he stated it was “never been about denying or dismissing climate change”, but “ensuring that every dollar we spend delivers something tangible, measurable and real” (Shire pulls plug on climate emergency plan, The News 29/4/25).
In August, Pingiaro flagged a “Climate Resilience Plan” that he presented to the 23 September coun-
cil meeting.
The extensive motion required the council to:
n Fulfil its statutory obligations
n Focus on practical, place-based, costed and measurable outcomes for climate adaptation, hazard mitigation, biodiversity protection and sustainable infrastructure.
n Integrate with existing strategies, policies and programs, including coastal asset protection, drainage and stormwater upgrades, renewable energy initiatives for council assets,
erosion management overlays and biodiversity corridor enhancements.
n Avoid duplication of federal or state responsibilities, targeting local priorities within council’s direct influence where the greatest community benefit can be delivered.
n Include a clear monitoring and reporting approach with proposed indicators, baselines and reporting frequency, fulfil its statutory obligations, focus on practical and measurable outcomes
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Rosebud Hospital Set for $4m upgrade
WHILE Rosebud Hospital will undergo a major $4m refurbishment to boost patient safety, modernise facilities, and improve emergency care access, Member for Nepean Sam Groth has told The News the amount falls well short of the investment required.
During a visit to the hospital last week, Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas confirmed the funding, which will support upgrades to ventilation systems, infection control, and the emergency department - designed to enhance care for patients and working conditions for staff.
The upgrade will include the installation of new ventilation and infection control systems, helping to improve overall hospital hygiene and safety standards. The emergency care area will also be redesigned to improve patient flow, accessibility, and comfort for those accessing urgent treatment.
“Every Victorian deserves access to safe, modern healthcare, no matter where they live - we’re backing Rosebud Hospital to continue delivering high quality care for the Mornington Peninsula community,” Thomas said.
“This $4m refurbishment will modernise Rosebud Hospital – meaning safer, more comfortable, more accessible facilities for patients and staff.”
Operated by Peninsula Health, Rosebud Hospital provides essential services to more than 130,000 residents and visitors across the southern Mornington Peninsula.
It offers a wide range of care including emergency treatment, planned
surgery, and community health programs such as same-day renal dialysis, chemotherapy, dental services, and mental health support, as well as a recently launched melanoma clinic.
The hospital has also recently benefited from additional funding including $373,000 for a new X-ray system via the medical equipment replacement program and $710,000 through
the Metropolitan Health Infrastructure Fund to upgrade and relocate community mental health services.
A complete energy efficiency overhaul was also undertaken including the installation of solar panels and upgraded air conditioning.
Eastern Victoria MP Tom McIntosh welcomed the news saying, “Rosebud Hospital is a much-loved local hos-
pital – this upgrade will help staff to continue delivering the very best care for years to come.”
Meanwhile, the major $1.1b redevelopment of Frankston Hospital continues to advance. The new 12-storey hospital tower will include 130 new beds, new spaces for mental health services and 15 new operating theatres.
While welcoming the investment at Rosebud Hospital, Sam Groth, Member for Nepean, said it fell well short of what was needed.
“At the 2022 state election, I committed a Liberal government to fund the $340m Rosebud Hospital redevelopment - a pledge that has still not been matched by Labor.
“The amount promised by Labor for upgrades to ventilation and the emergency care area is a little over one percent of the total redevelopment cost.
“I have written to the Minister for Health about Rosebud Hospital and visited the site many times, and have spoken about it in state parliament on 22 occasions.
“Now, after more than a decade in government, a Labor Health Minister has visited Rosebud Hospital, but still won’t fund the redevelopment.
“I will keep fighting for the Rosebud Hospital redevelopment that the community needs.”
Brendan Rees
WELCOMING the upgrade is from left, Rosebud Hospital director of nursing Jacqui Allen, Peninsula Health CEO Helen Cooper, Health Minister MaryAnne Thomas, Community Advocate
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McCrae Lighthouse lit up in white to mark World Maritime Day
THE McCrae Lighthouse has been illuminated in a symbolic display for World Maritime Day 2025.
The lighthouse proudly joined the global celebration on 25 September, after being lit up in a bright white.
The lighthouse, which guided mariners through the south channel on the eastern side of Port Phillip Bay for over 100 years until decommissioned in 1994, joined maritime landmarks across the globe being illuminated in a symbolic show of unity and commitment to ocean sustainability.
Mary Iles, a great-great-great-granddaughter of Sir James Timmins Chance, whose Smethwick factory built the entire lighthouse before it was transported to Australia like a giant Meccano set, was delighted to be present at the lighting.
“This year’s theme, ‘Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity’, highlights the shared responsibility and potential we all have in safeguarding the future of our oceans,” Iles, who is also a committee member of Lighthouses of Australia, said.
The special lighting display at McCrae was made possible thanks to the efforts of the McCrae Lions Club, who manage and maintain the muchloved local feature.
Their contribution ensures the lighthouse stands proudly among international landmarks marking the important occasion.
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MARY Iles at the McCrae Lighthouse which was recently lit up in a bright white. Picture: Supplied
Shire to lobby for the introduction of term limits for councillors
Cameron McCullough cameron@mpnews.com.au
A MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire
councillor has drawn the ire of a stalwart of local government on the peninsula, with his suggestion that no councillor should be allowed to serve more than three terms (12 years) in a lifetime.
Brian Stahl OAM, who served a total of 12 years in two stints in the Shire of Hastings (1987 – 1994) and then again in Mornington Peninsula Shire (2003 – 2008) decried the shortsightedness of the motion, and what he sees as the politicisation of council that led to it.
At the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council meeting on 23 September, Cr Bruce Ranken moved that the mayor write to the Municipal Association of Victoria board recommending that no councillor be permitted to serve more than 12 years in their lifetime.
“At the outset, it is worth reminding ourselves that a council is very much like a board. The ratepayers are, in effect, the shareholders. The shareholders, or ratepayers, they provide the funding. And they expect us to manage the organisation wisely,” said Ranken.
“Councillors are the directors of the board. We are entrusted with the governance, the strategy, the oversight and the accountability.
“And just as shareholders in a company would expect regular renewal of the directors to safeguard the independence and ensure fresh ideas,
so too should our community expect the same from us.
“At its heart, this motion is about good governance, renewal and accountability.”
Stahl told The News there had been a long tradition of service on the Mornington Peninsula with names that had become legendary in local government.
“David Gibb was a councillor for 20 years, and I think Jack Babbing-
ton was a councillor for about 30 years! There were other names like David Renouf, Bill Goodrem, David Jarman and of course a councillor that served on the Shire of Mornington when I was on the Shire of Hastings; David Gill.
“Make no mistake, these people were great servants of their community. They never put up their hand to do anything other than good. They should be recognised for it and not
castigated for it.”
After Ranken spoke, Cr Paul Pingiaro moved a “put motion” that allowed there to be a vote on the issue without any further debate. The put motion was passed six votes to four.
The motion was then put to a vote and accepted six votes to three with Crs Marsh, Pingiaro, Allen, Williams, Ranken and Batty in favour and Crs Patton, Stephens and Binyon against.
Cr Roper was absent from the meeting, and Cr Gill was absent from the chamber at the time of the vote.
Cr David Gill, who has served on the Shire of Mornington and Mornington Peninsula Shire for a total of 20 years, and would be barred from seeking any further term under the proposal, expressed his frustration that debate was not allowed on the motion.
“If I had the chance to debate this, I would have asked who gets to decide who represents them? The ratepayers or other councillors? This is taking the democratic right away from electors to decide who they want to represent them.
“I respect the right of a councillor to bring up the matter. But to put it to a vote without debate is a huge issue. It is not how the democratic process should work. We’re talking about denying democratic debate.”
On being denied the right to speak on the motion, Gill walked out of the meeting.
He later told The News “You can stay and get frustrated, but sometimes it is best just to not be there”.
The successful motion will now see the mayor, Marsh, write to the MAV. The issue would need to then be voted on at a MAV general meeting to see if there was consensus among members to adopt the suggestion as MAV policy.
Should it be accepted, the MAV would then have to make representations to the state government. The state government would be required to amend the Local Government Act for the change to come into effect.
CR David Gill. Picture: Supplied
CR Bruce Ranken. Picture: Supplied
‘Resilience Plan’ persued after ‘emergency’ ditched
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The motion also called for an audit of current and planned climate-related projects and initiatives, the recommendation of priority projects for the next four years, and the proposed timeline for the preparation and consideration of the Mornington Peninsula Climate Resilience Plan.
The final section of the motion states that “For the avoidance of doubt, this resolution does not reinstate any prior ‘Climate Emergency’ declaration or plan, but seeks a practical, locally focused resilience framework for council’s consideration”.
“Tonight’s debate isn’t whether climate change exists or whether council should act. The question is how we act,” said Pingiaro at the 23 September council meeting.
“Do we continue with broad symbolic declarations or vague aspirations, or do we shift to a practical, accountable, outcomes-based plan that delivers genuine resilience for our community?”
“This notice of motion requires the CEO to bring back by December a framework for the Morning to Peninsula Climate Resilience Plan.
“The former emergency declaration and plan were well intentioned but duplicated state and federal responsibilities and failed to deliver. Only seven percent of outcomes were achieved. Residents were told to switch off gas while council approved a gas guzzling pool. That’s not climate leadership.”
Also presented, but eventually rejected, was an alternative motion
by officers that included nuanced language and provided for “Mitigation strategies and commitments to reduce to net zero emissions, for council and community” and “Advocacy to higher levels of government for stronger climate action”.
Councillor David Gill addressed Pingiaro’s motion stating “You’ve outlined some of the things that should happen, but you haven’t outlined some of the things also that should happen. There’s no mention of community consultation. That’s the
fallacy of this motion”.
“What does our community want? What do they want to see happen and how do they want us to go about it?
“This is not a plan. This is more rhetorical than anything I’ve heard before of the aspirations of our community”.
Councillor Michael Stephens flagged his disapproval of Pingiaro’s approach stating “Resilience alone is not a climate strategy. It is a reaction to a worsening climate. Not a solution to reduce the problem”.
CHAIR of the Peninsula Climate Alliance, Dr Greg Holland, speaking to a group of Year 7 students on an excursion from Peninsula Grammar. Holland is passionate about promoting education and hands-on environmental work to restore the natural landscape of the Mornington Peninsula.
Picture: Supplied
Councillor Max Patton presented a significant amendment to Pingiaro’s motion calling on the Climate Resilience Plan to adopt a “riskremit-response” methodology and to incorporate the broader community into climate actions.
“In the motion we have before us there is nothing at all that mentions risk, and at its heart this issue is about protecting our community from harm. And if we don’t define the risks that we face… how can we expect the deliver a plan or a framework in response that addresses the risks?”
Patton’s amendment was voted down six votes to four with Crs Marsh, Pingiaro, Allen, Williams, Ranken and Batty against and Crs Gill, Patton, Stephens and Binyon in favour. Cr Roper was absent from the meeting.
In summing up his motion, Pingiaro said “No more open-ended strategies with no delivery. This transforms our approach from aspirational to structured, costed and deliverable. It ensures only proposals that are local, practical, measurable, transparent and accountable come forward.
“That’s not just climate resilience.
It is also governance resilience. Let me be clear, this is not about reducing climate investment but strengthens it.”
Pingiaro’s motion was accepted in a vote of six votes to four, with Crs Marsh, Pingiaro, Allen, Williams, Ranken and Batty in favour, and Crs Gill, Patton, Stephens and Binyon against.
Environment groups across the peninsula condemned the abandonment of the Climate Emergency Declaration and the Climate Action Plan in April and have been lobbying for their reinstatement. The shift from the previous council’s approach to climate change was the catalyst for the formation of a new umbrella group; Peninsula Climate Alliance (PCA), currently comprising 22 environment groups.
The chair of the PCA, Dr Greg Holland, told The News “The original climate emergency declaration and plan arose from a genuine and widespread community concern about the grave dangers posed by climate change”.
“Climate change already is accelerating the impact of weather extremes and sea level rise. Preventing further increases requires both adaptation and emissions mitigation commitments by all sectors of society.”
“Yet both the cancellation of the climate emergency and plan and now Cr Pingiaro’s motion have occurred with no consultation, have not addressed the critical component of mitigation, and have not even adequately addressed risk.”
“History will judge them severely.”
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Mornington Peninsula builder collapses, owing $1.6m
Brendan Rees brendan@mpnews.com.au
A WELL-KNOWN construction firm based in Blairgowrie has gone into liquidation, leaving more than 90 unsecured creditors out of pocket by over $1.6m.
Made Build, recognised for its architecturally designed coastal homes, stopped operations in early September. The company, which marketed itself as a specialist in bespoke, luxury residential projects, has received multiple awards with articles published in magazines after developing a strong reputation prior to its financial collapse.
It also noted its director Daryl Powell was a third-generation builder who “lives and works in Blairgowrie and has had 20 years of experience in the building industry”.
“We provide excellence and expertise in residential construction; project management and customer service for premium, architecturally designed built homes on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula,” its website stated.
The collapse has left creditors including tradespeople, suppliers, and the Australian Tax Office chasing payments.
A report lodged with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission by the company director estimated total debts being about $1,612,416.61.
The ATO is listed as being owed $299,326, while CBUS Superannuation is owed $22,740.
Among local firms owed money are a Carrum Downs-based piling company ($89,886.75), a Rosebud-based cabinet making company ($79,482.15), a Seaford-based joinery company ($29,000), and a Rosebud-based tiling and stone company ($21,056.53).
Mathew Gollant of CJP Advisory was appointed liquidator in September. Gollant has been contacted for comment regarding what will happen to homeowners of unfinished building projects through Made Build. It is unknown what led to the company’s collapse, but it comes amid the building industry facing a crisis, par-
ticularly with residential construction, including high costs and significant labour shortages.
Powell, in his report to ASIC, declared $200,000 in assets, $50,000 in cash at the bank and $150,000 worth of plant and machinery.
Made Build’s website stated Powell’s Munro Ocean house, which was built for him and his family, was shortlisted in three categories of the 2017 Houses Awards. It features four bedrooms, two living areas, swimming pool and spa. It was the winner at the 2017 Australian Timber Design Awards, receiving the award for best new residential design.
“The two living areas are lined with pre-finished blackbutt lining ceiling and walls. With the main living area
ceilings soaring to 3.6 metres, the connection to the outdoor entertaining and pool deck is a standout,” the website said.
In other projects, the Stuart Bay Home has “commanding views to the Port Phillip Bay and Sorrento Pier,” with the renovation and extension project adding a second living area, two bedrooms, deck areas and a 25-metre lap pool with spa.
The Coastal Pavillion 101 project based in Sorrento has three-bedrooms and a pool, while Koonya Beach House in Blairgowrie is located within nine metres of Koonya Beach, and features spotted gum cladding and a central living room with an open fireplace.
Images of homes built by Made Build: Pictures: Supplied
Father-son duo set for Great Vic Bike Ride
Brendan Rees brendan@mpnews.com.au
A FATHER-son team from Safety Beach is gearing up for the adventure of a lifetime as they prepare to take part in this year’s Great Vic Bike Ride in the state’s west.
David Di Nino and his 16-year-old son Marco have been training for months for the five-day event which will see thousands of cyclists traverse some of Victoria’s most picturesque landscapes from 24-28 November.
“We’re mostly recreational riders. I participated in the 2005 Great Vic Bike ride. Marco is a keen mountain biker and has participated in the Aus Cycling Victorian School Mountain Bike races,” David said.
“He’s also competed in a human powered vehicle race… we love a bit of variety and will give anything a go.”
“This is the first time we’ll be doing the Great Vic together. This year’s ride goes along the Great Ocean Rd and is one of the most popular routes for the Great Vic riders.
This year’s event will take riders from Mortlake to Camperdown, covering 364kms.
David said they were training by doing rides on weekends, usually from Safety beach to Sorrento or Portsea and back.
Marco also rides at school as part of the Dromana Secondary College mountain biking program.
“Outside of that we also do leisurely rides along the beach or hit the
mountain bike trails on Arthurs Seat for a bit more of an adrenaline rush,” he said.
David last competed in the Great Vic Bike Ride 20 years ago from Swan Hill to Heidelberg, which was a nine-day event covering 570kms.
There were also 8000 participants – the biggest in the event’s 40-year history.
“They were giving away a free bike with the entry back then, so I did the ride on the free bike,” he said.
“Not sure if it’s nostalgic or crazy, but this year I’ll be riding the same bike from 20 years ago. It still works and runs great.
“To support me, we found one of the original free bikes from the 2004 Great Vic on Facebook marketplace for Marco to ride as well.”
David humoured that he hoped “the old legs hold up well” for this year, adding it will be the longest distance Marco has ridden but as a teen “he has boundless energy”.
$360,000 donation
THE Pink Ladies Auxiliary have presented a cheque to Frankston Hospital for $360,000 from their fundraising efforts throughout the year.
The Pinkies presented a cheque to Chief Executive Helen Cooper during Peninsula health’s 2025 Annual General Meeting, where this and their many achievements were celebrated.
“The volunteer group is going from strength to strength despite facing some challenges over the past year –from egg shortages, to the changing volunteer workforce,” a Peninsula health spokesperson said.
“However, their ongoing dedication and passion for serving our community makes their continued fundraising efforts possible.
“These funds directly benefit our local area through enhanced patient service, advanced medical equipment, and a commitment to research and innovation.
“We extend a heartfelt thank you to the Pinkies and all that you do to support our community and our hospital.
The Pink Ladies Auxiliary is Peninsula Health’s longest-running volunteer group. Since 1968, the Pinkies have raised over $10 million for Frankston Hospital.
The Pinkies are well known for their pink uniform and busy kiosk where they sell food, coffee and gifts. They also deliver flowers and newspapers to patients and run other fundraising initiatives.
DAVID Di Nino and his 16-year-old son Marco will compete in the Great Vic Bike Ride. Picture: Gary Sissons
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Changes coming for shire’s youth services model
Raia Flinos raia@mpnews.com.au
MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire is rebooting the way it delivers youth services, moving from an in-house approach to a new hybrid model which relies more on external providers.
The decision comes after a scheduled service review found low engagement levels and questions around whether council was best suited to deliver youth services directly.
“The engagement’s low and there’s probably two reasons for that. One is maybe the service isn’t as good as it could be, and the other one is people just don’t know about it,” Mayor Anthony Marsh said.
“We absolutely acknowledge that there’s a role for council to play, but in the hybrid sense, in the fact that we are a connector and an enabler… but not necessarily employ the people and deliver [the services] ourselves.”
Under the rebooted approach, services will be contracted through expressions of interest made directly to the council.
“People will have to express interest to deliver a particular service and then we will look at their capability, and obviously, costs will come into it, but it’s really about capability in whether they can do that better than we could,” Marsh said.
Not all services will be outsourced. One program, the L2P (Learners to Probationary) driver mentoring initiative, will stay in-house. “Our volunteers love it, our staff love it, and that’s something I think we actually deliver really well,” Marsh said.
The program pairs young drivers with a mentor and a vehicle and is designed to help
support those who don’t have access to a car or a supervising driver.
Other initiatives, such as schoolies events, youth recognition awards, and mental health first aid training, are expected to be included in the new model.
One of the main challenges, however, is boosting awareness and spreading the word.
“That’s not just youth services. I think that’s absolutely anything to do with council,” Marsh said. “Public awareness is always really hard.”
Marsh said schools play a large role in youth outreach. “I’ve got three young kids and they’re never going to interact with council services on a day-to-day basis, but we’re at school five times a week,” he said. “I think we could probably engage more with the schools.”
The underutilisation of investments such as the $14m Youth Hub, has also prompted reflection on the council’s delivery of youth services.
“Utilisation of the hub is nowhere near where we hoped it would be,” Marsh said.
As part of the service review, young people were consulted, and Marsh says they will continue to play a role in shaping youth services moving forward. “We always engage, and we should always engage,” he said.
No date has been set for any changes, but it will be an ongoing transition. “Council will continue to deliver services leading up to the transition. No immediate change,” Marsh said. He emphasised this new model is not focused on reducing costs but on creating more positive and beneficial outcomes for young people. “In this case, it’s very clear for the staff that they actually think this will be a better service.”
“If it doesn’t work, council can always reconsider the approach,” Marsh said.
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Maree’s legacy honoured at Saltbush
Brendan Rees brendan@mpnews.com.au
SALTBUSH Balnarring Beach has announced that CEO Maree Feutrill will be stepping down from her role following her “dedicated service and transformative leadership”.
Feutrill’s tenure since January last year “has left an indelible mark on the not-for-profit group” which provides respite holiday accommodation to families in need and parents with children who have disabilities.
Feutrill, who will continue at Saltbush as a volunteer, said, “It has been a privilege to serve as CEO at Saltbush these past few years, carrying forward the legacy of our founders, The Presentation Sisters of Victoria”.
“I have been fortunate to work alongside many dedicated volunteers who embody our shared commitment to caring for people experiencing hardship and caring for the earth,” she said.
Feutrill officially finished her leadership role on 3 October.
Chair of the Saltbush board, Charles Reis, made the announcement on 29 September, praising her legacy and the impact of her leadership.
“Maree’s time at Saltbush has been marked by her inspiring leadership, her extraordinary human touch, and her gift for bringing out the best in our volunteers and community,” he said.
“She helped guide us through major projects, including the installation
of new kitchens, the creation of our flourishing native gardens, and the partnership with Landcare that is regenerating the back of our property into a ‘forest for the future’.”
At the same time, the board announced the appointment of Keeley Reade who will take the reins as CEO.
Reade, a long-time Mornington Peninsula local and former Saltbush board member, brings a wealth of experience across the digital health sector, aged care, disability services, and local government, and other industries in both non-profit and commercial organisations.
“With qualifications in allied health, education and information technology, Keeley combines practical expertise with a deep commitment to giving back to her community,” Reis said.
“We are confident that Keeley’s leadership will help Saltbush continue to grow and thrive, building on the strong foundations Maree has laid.”
MAREE Feutrill has stepped down as the head of Saltbush, a not-for-profit in Balnarring. Picture: Supplied
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Sail to Lunch this Seniors Festival for $49
Let’s mark Seniors Festival 2025 with a day that feels unrushed. Searoad Ferries is inviting seniors to make the most of October with a Sail to Lunch package that pairs a return cruise across Port Phillip Bay with a relaxed lunch at TARRA Queenscliff.
You board at Sorrento, settle into your seat, and the bay does the rest. Forty minutes later Queenscliff appears, big skies and sea air, and lunch is waiting. TARRA is our coastal dining room with a view and a quietly confident kitchen. The seniors select menu keeps things comforting and generous. Choose from the famous seafood chowder, a golden
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The value is the clincher. The Sail to Lunch package is only $49 per person and includes return ferry travel on foot and your choice from the seniors menu. It is available Monday to Thursday throughout October, which makes it perfect for an easy midweek outing.
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$4K boost to veterans’ arts program
Brendan Rees brendan@mpnews.com.au
THE Australian National Veterans Arts Museum (ANVAM) has received a $4000 community grant from Australia Post to support its Mornington Peninsula arts-based veteran wellbeing program.
The program, called Making Space, is designed to foster connection, creativity and peer support through creative engagement among local veterans.
ANVAM deputy director Kat Baldwin said they were “thrilled and grateful” on hearing the news.
“This grant recognises the importance of veteran-led creative spaces and the role they play in building resilience and community connection,” said Baldwin.
Funding will go directly towards program costs, expanding access for more veterans across the peninsula.
“It will make a real and immediate difference in continuing to grow a community where creative expression helps veterans reconnect and thrive.
“For many who have served, creative expression is not just an outlet, it is essential to maintaining health and wellbeing.”
While ANVAM does not have a dedicated studio space on the Mornington Peninsula, the Making Space Program has been situated in Somerville due to its proximity to ANVAM’s program supporter, Longbeach RSL, and their target audience at HMAS Cerberus.
Baldwin said the grant will allow them to run more program sessions in the peninsula community around HMAS Cerberus.
Baldwin said there were no “barriers to entry” nor prior arts experience required for those wishing to join.
“What makes the program unique is the involvement of veteran artist mentors, who work alongside arts facilitators to combine lived experience with creative practice and community connection,” said Baldwin.
“With the Royal Commission into Veteran Suicide highlighting the urgent need for responsive, non-clinical supports, Making Space fills a vital gap. Small workshop groups provide individual attention, a person-centred approach, and a safe environment for veterans to explore creativity as a pathway to resilience and wellbeing.”
The 2025 Community Grants program is part of Australia Post’s commitment to mental health, which includes a partnership with Beyond Blue. This year, a record-breaking amount of over $700,000 in funding was announced for 88 not-for-profit community groups nationwide.
AUSTRALIAN National Veterans Arts Museum deputy director Kat Baldwin at the Festival of Veterans Arts earlier this year. Picture: Supplied
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Risk not properly addressed
Last week’s story on the drainage pit lids by Raia Flinos was accurate (Rye Pit hazard raises questions over shire response, The News 30/9/25). Unfortunately, the shire’s response was anything but accurate.
I had estimated that the original dislodgement of the pit lids happened about nine months ago. On checking back on my correspondence with the shire I was surprised to find the original incident happened over a year ago and the pathetic substandard attempt to remove the chance of the extremely heavy pit lids being blown off by water pressure happened then.
The shire’s answer to this over a year ago was to place a piece of second-hand plywood of unknown quality over the lids and hold the timber down with unsuitable fasteners to some loose concrete. The solution to the recent dislodgement was to use the same plywood, now a year older and probably less likely to be able to hold the lids down.
Point by point in the shire’s response. The lid appears to be gone, and the plywood is now the lid. The inspections, if they took place, should have shown this was a substandard solution to a drowning hazard.
I was the last person to report this matter prior to the current incident. The “prompt response” from the shire went on for over a week, with the current situation, and my original advice from the shire included an agreement to advise me of the reasons for the problem and the proposed actions to control the hazard as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic).
Until the shire accepts its responsibility to comply with the OHS Act, which it has not done on a number of occasions in the past, lives will continue to be put at risk.
Eric Dettman, Rye
Support peninsula koalas
It is estimated that the 2019-2020 Black Summer bushfires impacted over 60,000 koalas, leading to injuries, displacement, and fatalities.
Subsequently, koala populations in Qld, NSW, and the ACT were listed as endangered in 2022 under the federal Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act.
In Victoria, they are vulnerable. But thanks to the Balnarring to Bay Biolink concept, and groups like Mornington Peninsula Koala Conservation (MPKC) and the Merricks Coolart Catchment Landcare Group (MCCLG), the local koala population may grow rather than decline.
In 2021, the Mornington Peninsula Shire awarded a $10,000 Climate Action Grant to the Biolink project. It is a pity that such grants have ceased.
As Dirk Jansen, President of MPKC, notes, the actual number of koalas on the peninsula is unknown, and they were nearly wiped out in the 1800s for their fur.
Anyone looking for active volunteering couldn’t go past these wonderful groups. The thousands-of-trees Biolink plantings at facebook. com/MCCLandcare/reels/ will inspire. And youngsters will enjoy uploading local sightings to the National Koala Monitoring Program’s free Koala Spotter app.
Ray Peck, Hawthorn
Prepare for fire
Thank you to the Hastings Fire Brigade for their proactive “Get Fire Ready” event (Hastings fire brigade opens its doors to get fire ready, The News 30/9/25).
Given that the Australian and New Zealand Council for fire and emergency services Seasonal Bushfire Outlook has the Mornington Peninsula marked red as an area with “increased risk of fire” this spring, we cannot afford to be complacent.
As our climate continues to warm, we must be more vigilant and prepared for fires than ever. Making properties fire safe, arming community members with a fire plan, and activating the VicEmergency app are all important steps. Let’s work together with fire brigades to stay safe during periods of fire risk.
Amy Hiller, Kew
Brush up on history
Albert Riley needs to brush up on his history as the signs at the location of the Collins Settlement clearly state the settlement was abandoned, in part, because of a lack of fresh water and arable
land (Collins settlement, Letters 29/9/25).
He also again suggests that Treaty is divisive - what’s divisive is to ignore 60,000 years of Australian history and only recognise the pimple on the pumpkin of the 250 or so years of colonisation.
There can be no dispute that what happened to our First Nations people was a tragedy of the highest order. People losing access to the land they saw as part of their very being and that provided them with food and sustenance, people killed, forbidden to practice their culture or use their language.
Albert is obviously a fan of history so perhaps he would like to read “I Succeeded Once - the Aboriginal Protectorate on the Mornington Peninsula 1839-1840” (Maree Hansen Fels) which provides evidence of the damage done to First Peoples here on the peninsula.
I cannot understand why we have such difficulty understanding and celebrating First Nations history. We readily accept that Gallipoli was a tragedy and we celebrate that every year. Why then do we not recognise the part of our history that is the experience of the First Nations?
Treaty is one small step in recognising the wrongs that were done, recognising the deliberate attempts to destroy the First Peoples and their culture and provides an opportunity for all Victorians to walk together with pride in our history.
If Albert would like to understand more about the Treaty process in Victoria, he could attend a presentation Southern Peninsula Allies for First Nations are providing for Seniors Week on Wed 15 October, 2.30 at Capel Sound Community Hub, 11 Allambi Avenue.
Wanting clarity
Marg D’Arcy,
Rye
Zoe McKenzie’s response on social media to my letter to the editor (Brethren questions, Letters 23/9/25) about electoral transparency reveals more through what she didn’t say than what she did. Rather than addressing my straightforward question about whether Exclusive Brethren members or volunteers had access to electoral data, she launched into attacks on opposition campaign workers and irrelevant tangents about religious affiliations.
This defensive response suggests the lady doth protest too much. My letter wasn’t asking about who handed out how-to-vote cards - it was about protecting voter data and maintaining electoral integrity.
McKenzie claims “all of our volunteers were local,” yet it’s well known that campaigners were brought in from Melbourne for her campaign.
If she’s incorrect about this basic fact, or being less than truthful, how can we trust her categorical denial about Brethren involvement?
Her sweeping denial about Brethren involvement lacks credibility when she can’t even accurately describe where her own volunteers came from.
The question remains unanswered: Were any Brethren members or other volunteers given access to electoral data, lists, or campaign materials containing personal voter information? This isn’t about religious discrimination, it’s about transparency and data protection in our democratic process.
When politicians respond to legitimate transparency concerns with deflection and personal attacks rather than clear answers, they erode the trust of the public they’re meant to serve. The people of Flinders deserve better than evasion when we ask how our personal information is protected.
I’ll ask again: Can McKenzie provide clear assurance about electoral data handling, or will she continue dodging the question?
Kim Robbins, Safety Beach
Stick to facts
Kim Robbins’ recent piece on the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church is riddled with discrepancies and comes across as little more than political posturing (Brethren questions, Letters 23/9/25).
While Robbins paints the picture of uncovering some great scandal, the reality is Zoe McKenzie has addressed these matters publicly and with clarity. To continue to raise the same tired questions is less about accountability and more about fuelling suspicion where none is warranted.
It’s also worth noting the obvious political
undertones. The author writes as if motivated purely by concern for transparency and democracy, yet anyone who reads between the lines will see the alignment with Teal’s talking points. With a state election looming next year, this reads less like an impartial concern for public trust and more like a carefully timed scare campaign aimed at discrediting opponents.
The suggestion voters are being manipulated by shadowy church influence is insulting and disingenuous. To imply constituents are unable to make up their own minds, or their choices are somehow compromised, is nothing more than an attempt to delegitimise the democratic process when it doesn’t suit a particular agenda. That, in itself, undermines the very principles of respect and integrity Robbins claims to uphold.
Fearmongering, as well as overstating and cherry-picking facts, might create controversy, but it doesn’t improve public debate in Flinders or anywhere else.
If Robbins is genuinely committed to transparency, she should start by being open about her own political views and aims. If muddying the waters in the 2026 election, then do so on policy and principles. But don’t insult the intelligence of readers by hiding behind alarmist rhetoric.
Democracy deserves honest, balanced discussion, not thinly veiled campaigning dressed up as community concern. Let’s stick to facts, not fear. Flinders deserves better. Let’s have debates on facts, not fiction.
Di Kleinert, Blairgowrie
No truth in claim
As the volunteer co-ordinator of Mount Martha pre-polling for “Team Flinders” I can tell you that claims being circulated about the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church’s alleged involvement in the Flinders campaign are based on speculation not fact (Brethren questions, Letters 23/9/25).
The premise that Brethren members were handing out how-to-vote cards and had access to electoral data is simply untrue. The volunteers’ records from the campaign categorically disprove this.
Official spreadsheets of the volunteer schedule for the Flinders campaign containing names, addresses and contact details provide a clear transparent record of who was rostered on each booth, each day and each time slot.
These records confirm no Brethren members worked in any capacity at the Mt Martha pre-poll or on the Flinders campaign. Every volunteer was accounted for, their details cross-checked against the campaign’s compliance requirements.
Suggesting that individuals appeared to be from the Brethren is not evidence. It is a subjective assumption, contradicted by the documented schedule of volunteers. Assertions based on appearance or assumption cannot override the facts.
The fact that a former MP works with companies owned by individuals who may have religious affiliations, is not evidence of church involvement in campaigning. Australians of all faiths and backgrounds own businesses and employ people across the political spectrum.
Campaign data is tightly controlled, access restricted to authorised staff under our electoral law. No Brethren members, or any religious group, were given access to confidential voter information.
Public trust in democracy is indeed paramount. That trust, however, is not strengthened by repeating unsubstantiated allegations. It is strengthened by transparency and evidence. Our campaign has provided both.
There is no truth in the allegations made by Kim Robbins.
Marg Hawker, Mt Martha
Hot topic
Interesting comments on my letter of 23/9/25, contained in Dr Ross Hudson’s letter (Solid science, The News 30/9/25), where he falsely asserts that I failed to understand the information presented in a simple graph.
Hudson, however, hits the nail on the head when he correctly states that the oceans (and lakes) “store vast quantities of carbon dioxide which is released as the oceans warm, which is what they are doing”.
Bravo, I’ve been saying that for years.
Around 1850, Earth, now out of its centuries long cold era, started to naturally warm up again and the oceans started to release CO2
Hudson concludes that the majority of scientists conclude that the Earth is getting warmer. Whatever happened to the rest of that old dogma which was “caused by CO2”?
Has he realised that the last line of the old dogma is not true? Everybody knows that the Earth is warming, by 1.5 degrees over 170 years, because NASA and others have measured it thus and published it. Personally, I was hoping for a little more heat.
Finally, Hudson insults our intellect by referring to the utterly different planet Venus as proof of CO2 warming. Stop laughing.
I agree that the molecule CO2 probably does pass some heat and retains some. In a glass jar in a laboratory.
Where is the proof that it does so on a massive planetary scale, with hundreds of other significant factors thrown in, some incomprehensible to some of our experts?
Brian A Mitchelson, Mornington
GST increase?
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said around three weeks ago that he would not support an increase in GST.
But strangely the Productivity Commission has now commenced an investigation into the GST which includes an increase in GST and the disbursement of the GST which the federal government collects to gives back to state governments. The state governments need more tax revenue to pay for infrastructure projects, debt caused by infrastructure projects, and social reform and treaty.
State and federal governments need more tax revenue and the GST increase will be the first of many.
Russell Morse, Karingal
Thievery
It’s said that prostitution is the oldest occupation on earth. I disagree. I reckon thievery is by far the oldest, most prevalent and also is expanding.
A few examples from history, to support my case: pick-pockets, forgers, fraudsters, hijackers, black-birders, grave robbers, tricksters, card sharks, scammers, ransom racketeers, pyramid/ ponsi schemers, patent/copyright deceivers, warmongers (stealing land and peace), pirates, smugglers, drug dealers, gerrymander fixers, poachers, bush-rangers, conmen, embezzlers, forgers, corrupt politicians, shop-lifters, porkbarrellers, tyrants, dictators, dishonest invaders, tax evaders, liars, etc.
Many years ago, a wise scribe wrote “Thou shall not steal”. In another century, another sage wrote “Money is the root of all evil.” I rest my case your Honour.
Warwick Spinaze, Rosebud
The pot calling the kettle?
Sally Morrison accuses Ben Smith of “Taking pot shots at the Liberals” (Independent thoughts, Letters 30/9/25). Did anyone else see all the mailers put out by Zoe McKenzie full of innuendo and misinformation?
Joe Lenzo, Safety Beach
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Our changing world? Summer in sight: Rye shops, as in half empty, out of business, more big new houses, no garden, no custom, a Melbourne owners’ getaway? Property prices up, exodus of renters.
Houses, shops, the possibility of intruders, midnight to first light, kids, teens, who knows? Police, ambulance sirens, ignored, deadlock on, Serepax, what, me worry?
The sadness of Geelong coach Chris Scott, memories of the brutal way he played his game, 2001, 2002 and 2003, the Anthony Rocca goal? Australian idiom? Geelong came second: failed. Nonsense. Sadly accepted.
So nice to wake up after a seven hour sleep, rarely, the joy, of not waking at the half way mark, or twice? Reality arrives, usually after 10 minutes...
Reality not, for former left winger Albo Albanese, caring less about money, hang the expense, inviting the Prince and Kate to Australia, like Trump, in love with popularity, and his mirror?
A thin melanoma, scalp, easily removed, repaired, plastic surgeon, reminding of an RSL mate Ted, likewise, five years past, when last spotted?
Recalling the Friday night serials, at the pictures, 1940’s, Flash Gordon fighting evil Cave men, surely a fantasy? And yet, Hamas in caves underneath Gaza. You live and learn, only if you want to?
Cliff Ellen, Rye
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The Guide
TOP PICKS OF THE WEEK
SATURDAY
FRIDAY
MOVIE: MRS. HARRIS GOES TO PARIS
SEVEN, 8.30pm, PG (2022)
The third film adaptation of the 1958 novel by Paul Gallico is an utter cinematic delight. The great Lesley Manville (pictured) is perfectly cast as the good-natured house cleaner, who’s intent on getting herself a Christian Dior dress. This of course means going on a trip to the City of Lights, where her unwavering spirit charms the uptight, haute couture elite. An inspired supporting cast includes Isabelle Huppert, Lambert Wilson and Jason Isaacs. Striking just the right balance between lightness, depth, wistfulness and hilarity, it is most certainly a trip worth taking.
ORIENT EXPRESS: A GOLDEN ERA OF TRAVEL
SBS, 7.30pm
In the days before aeroplanes, multi-day luxury train journeys carried about as much status as you could get. Perhaps the most famous example is the iconic Orient Express, a route which this four-part series retraces from London to Istanbul. Comparing the modern-day itinerary – in a restored train featuring historic carriages – to the original service, tonight’s first leg features historian Hazel Baker (pictured) and crosses the English Channel en route to Paris.
Thursday, October 9
SUNDAY
KING AND CONQUEROR
SBS, 8.30pm
Set in 1066, this lavish epic explores the devolution of the relationship between William, Duke of Normandy (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Game of Thrones) and Harold, Earl of Wessex (James Norton, Happy Valley, pictured). Over eight sweeping episodes, the allies unexpectedly find themselves turning adversaries in a bloody fight for the British crown, with the bold saga culminating in one of history’s most infamous clashes, the Battle of Hastings. Fans of Vikings and The Last Kingdom are sure to be captivated by this take on the brutal rivalry, but you don’t have to be a history buff to be hooked.
MONDAY
SAM PANG TONIGHT
TEN, 8.40pm
If recent headlines are any indicator, the late-night variety show format is on its way to being an endangered species in the United States. The clock is ticking for cancelled CBS institution The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, while Jimmy Kimmel Live! is on thin ice after being suspended last month. However, in Australia, the tradition is once again alive and well – after years without a successful tonight show – thanks to Logie-nominated efforts. for a second season on special guest Rosie O’Donnell. Pang says of tonight show hosts’ fight for survival:
Bradbury this thing and be the last one standing.”
(PG, R) 12.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.15 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Eurostar: Minding The Gap. (R) 8.30 Scandinavia With Simon Reeve. (Premiere) Simon Reeve embarks on his Scandinavian journey. 9.40 Blue Lights. (Return) Grace grows exasperated by the limits of the job.
10.45 SBS World News Late.
11.15 Davos 1917. (Mlv)
12.10 The Head. (MA15+a, R) 2.05 Charles I: Downfall Of A King. (PGalv, R) 3.10 Curious Traveller. (R) 4.15 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.45 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) David struggles to contain his anger.
8.30 Jim Jefferies And Friends. (MA15+s) Jim Jefferies tells the story of the time he met and nearly killed his comedy idol John Cleese, featuring Jimeoin, Amos Gill, Renee Percy and Ivan Aristeguieta.
9.30 The Amazing Race. (PG) The teams head to Prague, but their train plans are soon thrown into chaos.
11.00 Gatecrashers. A light-hearted take on the week of racing. 12.00 Life. (Malsv, 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 The Block. (PGl) Emma shares a baby shower with an all-star.
Sydney 2000: The Best Ever. (PG) Look at the Sydney 2000 Olympics 25 years since it was held, with the stars who made the Games memorable. 10.15 9News Late.
Friday, October 10
The Pacific. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Mystery Road: Origin. (Mal, R) 1.50 Restoration Australia. (R) 2.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R)
Grand Designs. (PG, R)
Long Lost Family. (R)
Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Gardening Australia.
8.30 Professor T. (Ma) A doctor and her family are found dead. 9.15 Hard Quiz. (PGs, R)
Presented by Tom Gleeson.
9.50 Mother And Son. (PGdl, R)
10.15 The Assembly. (PG, R) 11.00 ABC Late News.
11.15 Silent Witness. (Mal, R) 12.15 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)
5.00 Rage. (PG)
WorldWatch. 9.00 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (R) 10.00 Confucius Was A Foodie. (Ma, R) 10.55 Great British Photography Challenge. (PGl, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire. (Ma, R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 SBS50. 3.35 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 Who Do You Think You Are? US. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Amazing Railway Adventures With Nick Knowles. (R)
8.25 Lost Temples Of Cambodia. (PG, R) Pauline Carroll learns about Jayavarman VII. 9.25 Lost Treasures Of Egypt: Secrets Of The Royal Mummies. (PGa) 10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 Catch Me A Killer. (MA15+av) 11.45 Rogue Heroes. (MA15+v, R) 2.00 Charles I: To Kill A King. (PG, R) 3.05 Welcome To My Farm. (PG, R) 4.05 The Wheelhouse. (Mals, R) 4.50 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6.00 Sunrise. 10.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 1. Practice session. 12.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 1. Practice session and support races. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. A look around a luxury home on the Gold Coast.
8.30 MOVIE: Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris. (2022, PGl) An ordinary woman’s dream of owning a Christian Dior gown leads her on a Parisian adventure. Lesley Manville, Isabelle Huppert, Lambert Wilson.
11.00 Motorway Patrol. (PGal, R) A kitten needs rescuing.
11.30 GetOn Extra.
12.00 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. (PGl, R)
1.00 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 David Attenborough’s Asia: Beneath The Waves. (Premiere, PG) Presented by Sir David Attenborough.
8.40 MOVIE: Elvis. (2022, Mal, R)
The life of Elvis Presley, from his childhood to becoming a rock and movie star in the 1950s. Austin Butler, Tom Hanks, Olivia DeJonge.
11.40 Next Stop.
12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.00 Great Australian Detour. (R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Postcards. (PG, R) 6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 The Dog House. (PGa) A terrified cockapoo arrives in a bad state. 8.30 The Brighter Side. (Final) The team explores fresh paths to home ownership and shares tips to stay safe from scams. Adam Liaw cooks a curry. 9.00 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R)
6am Morning Programs. 2.25pm Everyone Else Burns. 3.00 WorldWatch. 5.00 If You Are The One. 6.05 Jeopardy! 7.00 Soccer. Australian Championship. Round 1. South Melbourne FC v Sydney Olympic FC. 9.00 Jeopardy! 9.50 Sex: A Bonkers History. 10.45 Homeland. 12.35am The Big Sex Talk. 1.35 Letterkenny. 3.05 Planet Sex With Cara Delevingne. 3.55 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 11.55 Thomas And Friends. 2.15pm Thomas. 2.50 Gardening Australia Junior. 3.05 Play School. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 TBA. 8.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 9.00 Robot Wars. 10.00 Merlin. 10.45 Late Programs.
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ABC FAMILY (22) 6am
SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Going Places. Noon After Sherman. 1.30 Warren Williams: The Stories, The Songs. 2.00 Talking Language. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Nula. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Great Parks Of Africa. 7.30 Dreaming Big. 8.00 MOVIE: The Witches. (2020, M) 9.55 MOVIE: Tenacious D In The Pick Of Destiny. (2006, MA15+) 11.35 Late Programs.
Mosley. Continued. (2019, PG) 6.50 All At Sea. (2010, PG) 8.30 Murder Party. (2022, PG, French) 10.25 Haute Couture. (2021, M, French) 12.20pm Benediction. (2021, M) 2.55 The Straight Story. (1999, PG) 5.00 Selkie. (2000, PG) 6.40 What We Did On Our Holiday. (2014, PG) 8.30 The Assassination Of Jesse James. (2007, MA15+) 11.25 Late Programs.
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6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Beyond Paradise. (Ma, R) 1.30 Professor T. (M, R) 2.15 The Assembly. (PG, R) 3.00 The Larkins. (Final, PG, R) 3.50 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 4.20 The Assembly. (PG, R) 5.00 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (R) 5.30 Landline.
6.00 Australian Story: Dog Gone – The Hunt For Valerie. (R)
6.30 Back Roads: Tassie Woodchoppers, Tasmania. (Final, PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Beyond Paradise. (PG) A psychic’s predictions become real and dangerous.
8.30 Return To Paradise. (PG, R) Clarke investigates when a famous wellness influencer drops dead in the middle of a fun run.
9.25 Mystery Road: Origin. (Mal, R) Mary’s niece goes missing.
10.20 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (M, R) 11.20 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv)
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6.00 WorldWatch. 8.55 World’s Greatest Sporting Arenas. (PG, R) 9.55 The Story Of Coffee. (R) 10.55 Travel Quest. (PG, R) 11.55 WorldWatch. 12.55 Soccer. Australian C’ship. Round 1. Metrostars v Wests Apia FC. 3.00 Soccer. Australian C’ship. Round 1. Preston Lions FC v NWS Spirit. 5.00 Plat Du Tour. (PG, R) 5.05 Going Places. (PG, R) 5.35 Trains At War. (PGav, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Orient Express: A Golden Era Of Travel. (PG)
8.25 75 Years At Longleat. Lady Bath reveals her passion for animals.
9.20 Royal Crisis: Countdown To Abdication: Collision Course. (PGa, R) Scandal engulfs the British royal family.
10.20 Great Australian Walks. (PG, R) 11.15 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Msv, R) 2.45 Welcome To My Farm. (PG, R) 3.45 Urban Conversion. (R) 4.20 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.45 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R) 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 3pm Play School. 3.30 Thomas. 4.20 Millie Magnificent. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 PJ Masks. 6.30 Paddington. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 8.00 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.40 Chopped Jnr. 9.20 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Abbott Elementary. 10.25 Speechless. 10.45 Late Programs.
ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Selkie. Continued. (2000, PG) 7.05 The Movie Show. 7.40 Where Is Anne Frank. (2021, PG) 9.30
6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. 1.00 DVine Living. 1.30 Weekender. 2.00 House Of Wellness. 3.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Renters. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.
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7TWO (72) 6am Morning Programs. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.00 Bewitched. 10.30 Jeannie. 11.00 The West Wing. 12.10pm MOVIE: A Royal Recipe For Love. (2023) 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Night At The Museum:
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6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Our State On A Plate. (PG, R) 12.30 The Block. (PGl, R) 3.20 David Attenborough’s Asia. (PG, R)
4.30 The Garden Gurus. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. (PG)
6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: Father Of The Bride. (1991, G, R) A family plans a wedding. Steve Martin, Diane Keaton.
9.35 MOVIE: Monster-In-Law. (2005, Ms, R) A woman tries to prevent her son’s wedding. Jennifer Lopez, Jane Fonda.
11.35 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R)
12.30 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PG, R)
1.30 The Garden Gurus. (R)
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PG) 2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
6am Morning Programs. 12.00 The Brighter Side. (R) 12.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 1.00 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. 1.30 Cannonball Run Down Under. 2.00
4.30 Food Trail:
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. A woman tries to sell her mother’s retro home.
8.30 Ambulance UK. (Mal, R) Ambulance crews attend to a man who has been found unresponsive on the roadside.
9.45 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 10.45 The Gilded Age. (PGa, R) Gladys’s desired beau is invited to dinner. 11.40 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. 6am Morning Programs. 2.35pm A Fork In The Road. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.40 Mastermind Aust. 6.40 Mysteries From Above. 7.35 Impossible Engineering. 8.30 I Am Steve McQueen. 10.00 Snowpiercer. 11.45 Banksy And The Stolen Girl. 12.45am The Dyatlov Pass Incident. 1.40 The Swiping Game. 2.00 The Big Sex Talk. 4.00 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.
6am Morning Programs. Noon Garage 41. 12.30 Timbersports. 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Dipper’s Destinations. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Watersport. Offshore Superboats. Replay. 4.00 Deep Water Salvage. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 9.
The Divided Heart. (1954, PG) 2.40 MOVIE: Trapeze. (1956, PG) 4.50 MOVIE: The Barefoot Contessa. (1954, PG) 7.30 TBA. 1.20am Late Programs. 9GEM (92)
6am Children’s Programs. 8.00 Allo! Allo! 9.10 Only Fools And Horses. 9.50 MOVIE: Benny & Joon. (1993, PG) 11.50 Seinfeld. 12.20pm FIA World Endurance C’ship. 6 Hours of Fuji. H’lights. 1.30 EPL. Chelsea v Liverpool. Replay. 3.30 Ski Rescue Down Under. 4.30 Hot Wheels. 5.30 MOVIE: Short Circuit. (1986, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Police Academy. (1984, M) 9.35 MOVIE: The Hangover. (2009, MA15+) 11.40 Late Programs.
Sunday, October 12
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 David Attenborough’s Conquest Of The Skies. (R) 3.20 Grand Designs New Zealand. (PG, R) 4.10 Bill Bailey’s Wild West Australia. (Final, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow.
6.00 Pilgrimage: The Road Through The Alps. (Final, PG)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 The Assembly: Julia Morris. (Ml)
8.15 Mystery Road: Origin. (Mal) Jay interrogates his suspect.
9.10 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (M) Alice and Cheryl build a rapport.
10.10 Mother And Son. (PGdl, R)
10.35 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PGl, R)
11.05 MOVIE: In My Blood It Runs. (2019, M, R)
12.25 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 12.55 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv) 3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R) 3.30 The Art Of... (PG, R) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)
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6.00 WorldWatch. 9.05 World’s Greatest Sporting Arenas. (PG, R) 10.05 Beyond The Beaten Path. (PG, R) 11.00 Travel Quest. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 PBS Washington Week. 12.55 The Point. (R) 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Sailing. Sail Grand Prix. Round 11. Highlights. 4.00 FIFA World Cup 2010: Our South Africa. 5.05 Going Places. (PG, R) 5.35 Trains At War. (PGav, R)
6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Seven Wonders Of The Ancient World. (Premiere, PGa) 8.30 King And Conqueror. (Premiere, Mlv) Follows the story of William of Normandy and Harold of Wessex. 9.30 Dan Snow’s Greatest Discoveries: Terracotta Army. (PG, R) 10.25 The Wonders Of Europe. (PG, R) 11.25 The Real Mo Farah. (PGa, R) 12.35 Gloriavale: New Zealand’s Secret Cult. (Ma, R) 2.10 Tough Trains. (PGav, R) 3.10 Welcome To My Farm. (R) 4.10 Urban Conversion. (PG, R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.
SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 3pm Play School. 3.30 Zog. 3.55 Odd Squad. 4.20 Millie Magnificent. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.30 Paddington. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.35 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 8.15 Crongton. 8.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.20 Abbott Elementary. 10.05 Speechless. 10.25 Merlin. 11.10 Late Programs.
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6am Morning Programs. 2pm Big Sky Girls. 2.20 Rugby League. Qld Murri Carnival. Finals. Men’s. Replay. 3.30 Artie: Our Tribute To A Legend. 4.00 The Point. 5.10 Soh Presents: Generations And Dynasties. 6.50 Great Parks Of Africa. 7.40 Great Australian Road Trips. 8.30 MOVIE: Sweet As. (2022, M) 10.00 MOVIE: Last Cab To Darwin. (2015, M) 12.10am Late Programs.
6.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs. 7.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 3. Support races and warm up. From Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit, NSW. 10.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 3. Build up and Race. From Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit, NSW.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Voice. (PGl) Hosted by Sonia Kruger.
8.45 The Rise And Fall Of Kings Cross. (Premiere, M)
10.25 24 Hours In Police Custody: A Knife Through The Heart. (Madlv, R) Detectives investigate a stabbing.
11.25 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: The Moorhouse Horrors. (Mav, R) A look at David and Catherine Birnie. 12.40 Miniseries: The Victim. (Malv, 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 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. (PG) 11.00 Cross Court. (Return) 11.30 Drive:
6.00 9News Sunday.
7.00 The Block. (PGl) The contestants reveal their magical backyards.
8.45 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.
9.45 9News Late.
10.15 A Killer Makes A Call: Grindr Killer. (MA15+a) Police pursue a serial killer.
11.15 Mobsters: John Gotti. (Madv) Chronicles the life of mobster John Gotti.
12.10 The Gulf. (Madlsv, R)
1.00 Our State On A Plate. (PG)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
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6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGal) Hosted by Beau Ryan. 8.30 Watson. (Mv) Watson confronts a traumatic event from his army days when his veteran friend’s wife reaches out for help after her husband appears to suffer a psychotic break. 9.30 Matlock. (Ms, R) A brilliant woman uses her unassuming demeanour to make her way into a position at a prestigious law firm. 11.30 10 News+. (R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 2.10pm Bamay. 2.45 Jeopardy! 4.50 WorldWatch. 5.20 PBS Washington Week. 5.50 History’s Greatest Heists With Pierce Brosnan. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Suranne Jones Investigating Witch Trials. (Premiere) 9.30 Uncanny. 10.40 Hudson & Rex. 11.30 The Story Of. Midnight Cycling. Paris-Tours. 2.20 Forbidden History. 3.15 The Big Sex Talk. 3.45 Late Programs.
SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)
6am Lara.
(2019, PG, German) 8.00 The Four Musketeers: Revenge Of Milady. (1974, PG) 10.00 Metronom. (2022, M, Romanian) 11.55 Voyage Of The Damned. (1976, M) 2.55pm What We Did On Our Holiday. (2014, PG) 4.45 Where Is Anne Frank. (2021, PG) 6.35 Meek’s Cutoff. (2010, PG) 8.30 True Grit. (2010, M) 10.35 Traffic. (2000, MA15+) 1.20am Late Programs. 5.55 Finding You. (2020, PG)
6am Morning Programs. 8.00 David Jeremiah. 8.30 Shopping. 9.00 DVine Living. 9.30 Harry’s Practice. 10.00 House Of Wellness. 11.00 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. Noon Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Escape To The Country. 3.30 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 4.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Mr Bates Vs The Post Office. 8.30 Vera. 10.30
7TWO (72) 6am Children’s Programs. 8.00 Allo! Allo! 9.10 Only Fools And Horses. 9.50 Blackadder II.
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Monday, October 13
(R) 10.30 Endeavour. (Mav, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Restoration Australia. (R) 2.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Australian Story.
8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.
9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Presented by Linton Besser. 9.35 Planet America.
10.05 I Was Actually There. (Ml, R) 10.40 ABC Late News. 10.55 The Business. (R) 11.10 Creative Types With Virginia Trioli. (M, R) 11.35 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 12.25 Long
Family. (PG, R) 1.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.15 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.05 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (PG, R) 10.05 Confucius Was A Foodie. (R) 11.00 Great British Photography Challenge. (PGl, R) 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.00 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire. (Mav, R) 3.00 Sorell 22: Country To Coast. (Premiere) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 Who Do You Think You Are? US. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R) 6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Big Fat Quiz Best Bits: Dream Teams. (Premiere) 8.30 King And Conqueror. (Mlv) The Godwins are exiled for breaking the king’s peace.
9.25 Sydney’s Super Tunnel: Great Expectations. (R) 10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (PG) 11.30 Mayflies. (Madl, R) 12.35 The Allegation. (MA15+av, R) 2.35 Tough Trains. (PG, R) 3.35 Welcome To My Farm. (PG, R) 4.30 Growing A Greener World. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.55 Children’s Programs. 11.55 Thomas And Friends. 2.15pm Thomas. 2.50 Gardening Australia Junior. 3.05 Play School. 3.40 Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.55 Octonauts. 7.00 Rocket Club. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Gladiators. 9.35 The Crystal Maze. 10.25 Merlin. 11.05 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am
1 x Scarpantoni McLaren Vale Shiraz 1 x Paxton McLaren Vale Shiraz
1 x D’arenberg Laughing Magpie McLaren Vale Shiraz Viognier
1 x White Box Heathcote Shiraz Viognier
Women’s Exhibition Match. Papua New Guinea Orchids v Prime Minister’s XIII. 3.30 Rugby League. Men’s Exhibition Match. Papua New Guinea Kumuls v Prime Minister’s XIII. 6.00 Dad’s Army. 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 TBA. 11.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PGas) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Eden makes matters worse.
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.
9.00 The Rookie. (Mav) Nolan, Chen and Lopez investigate the suspicious stabbing of three teenage girls.
10.00 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) The team searches for a missing muralist.
11.00 S.W.A.T. (Mav) 12.00 Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce. (Premiere, MA15+s)
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 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.45 My Way. (R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon.
6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 The Block. (PGl) The contestants tackle their front yards.
8.45 Murder Down Under: The Toolbox Murders Pt 2. (MA15+adv) The legal aftermath of the toolbox murders unfolds.
9.45 9News Late.
10.15 The Equalizer. (Mv) 11.15 Transplant. (MA15+m, R) 12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal.
7.30 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGl) Hosted by Beau Ryan. 8.40 Sam Pang Tonight. (Return) A weekly tonight show hosted by Sam Pang, featuring a monologue roasting the news of the week. 9.40 Talkin’ ‘Bout Your Gen. (Mls, R) Hosted by Anne Edmonds. 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. 2.25pm Bamay. 3.00 Wine Lovers’ Guide. 3.30 History’s Crazy Rich Ancients. 3.55 WorldWatch. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Joe Lycett’s United States Of Birmingham. (Final) 9.25 Buzzcocks. 10.10 The People Vs Robodebt. 11.10 Late Bloomer. 12.10am Couples Therapy. 1.15 Late Programs.
Finding You. Continued. (2020, PG) 8.10 Meek’s Cutoff. (2010, PG) 10.05 Girls Will Be Girls. (2024, M, Hindi, English) 12.15pm Knight Of Cups. (2015, M) 2.25 Lara. (2019, PG, German) 4.15 The Four Musketeers: Revenge Of Milady. (1974, PG) 6.15 The Way. (2010, PG)
(72) 6am Children’s Programs. 8.00 Big Rigs Of Oz. 8.30 Nanny. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.00 Bewitched. 10.30 Jeannie. 11.00 The West Wing. Noon MOVIE: Benny & Joon. (1993,
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(9) 6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Australian Story. (R) 10.30 Planet America. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (M, R) 2.00 Restoration Australia. (R) 2.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Destination Flavour. (R) 9.20 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (R) 10.20 Confucius Was A Foodie. (PG, R) 11.10 Journey Of The Pelicans: An Outback Mystery. (Premiere) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire. (Ma, R) 3.00 Going Places. (PGa, R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
7.30.
8.00 I Was Actually There. (PGa)
8.30 Take 5 With Zan Rowe: Paul Kelly. (Final) Paul Kelly shares five songs. 9.00 Sharon And Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home. (M, R) 10.00 You Can’t Ask That. (MA15+l, R) 10.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 10.50 ABC Late News.
11.05 The Business. (R) 11.20 Four Corners. (R) 12.10 Labor In Power. (PG, R) 1.05 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 1.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 2.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R) 6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (PG)
8.30 Tell Me What You Really Think: ADHD. (Premiere, M) Marc Fennell is joined by five Aussies with ADHD. 9.30 The Hospital: In The Deep End: The Problem With Modern Life. (Ma, R) 10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05 The Point. (R) 12.05 Safe Home. (Mal, R) 1.00 The Unusual Suspects. (Mls, R) 2.00 Charles I: To Kill A King. (PG, R) 3.10 Tough Trains. (PGa, R) 4.10 Urban Conversion. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6am Morning Programs. 2.20pm Bamay. 2.50 David Harewood On Blackface. 3.50 BBC News At Ten. 4.20 France 24. 4.50 PBS News. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Alone. 9.40 Hoarders. 11.25 Calipari: Razor’s Edge. 12.15am The Nine Lives Of. 1.10 Stone Cold Takes On America. 2.00 Addicted Australia. 3.05 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.55 Children’s Programs. 2.15pm Thomas. 2.50 Gardening Australia Junior. 3.05 Play School. 3.40 Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Deadly 60. 9.05 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Lacey tries to stay busy.
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.
9.10 Murder In A Small Town. (M) A protective father becomes a suspect in a murder investigation when his ex-wife is killed just after returning to town.
10.10 The Agenda Setters. (R) An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics. 11.10 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (Masv) 12.10 Pretty Hard Cases. (Madv) 1.10 Travel Oz. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC
6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute.
6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. (PGl) The contestants surprise Scotty with a gift. 8.35 Bump. (MA15+als) Santi’s bold move finally brings the Chalmers-Davis and Hernandez families together.
9.55 9News Late. 10.25 Wild Cards. (Mav) 11.20 Forensics: Murder Scene. (MA15+alv, R)
12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 Let’s Eat With George. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 3.00
Shop:
Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
Antiques Roadshow. 3.40 MOVIE: The Man Upstairs. (1958, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Agatha Raisin. 10.40 Major Crimes. 11.40
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6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 Talkin’ ‘Bout Your Gen. (PGls) Hosted by Anne Edmonds. 8.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 9.30 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv) An international beauty queen is killed.
Movie Show. 6.15 The Way. (2010, PG) 8.30 Lara. (2019, PG, German) 10.20 True Grit. (2010, M) 12.25pm The Eagle Has Landed. (1976, PG) 2.55 Bonneville. (2006, PG) 4.35 Finding You. (2020, PG) 6.50 Lord Of The Flies. (1963, PG) 8.30 A Fistful Of Dollars. (1964, MA15+) 10.25 The Grump: In Search Of An Escort. (2022, M, Finnish) 12.30am Lawless. (2012, MA15+) 2.40 Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Treaty Road. 1.30 Eight Ladies. 2.00 Talking Language. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Indian Country Today News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Guardians Of The Wild. 7.30 The Point. 8.30 Pro Bull Riding USA: World Team Series. 9.30 Hunting Aotearoa. 10.30 MOVIE: Four Souls Of Coyote. (2023, M) 12.20am Late Programs. NITV (34)
Wednesday, October 15
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Spicks And Specks. (PGs, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.
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8.30 Mother And Son. (PGdl) Arthur attempts to become a different person. 9.00 The Assembly: Julia Morris. (Ml, R)
9.45 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee (NZ) (PG, R)
10.30 If You’re Listening. (R) 10.50 ABC Late News. 11.05 The Business. (R) 11.25 Planet America. (R) 11.55 You Can’t Ask That. (MA15+, R) 12.25 Grand Designs. (M, R) 1.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 2.00 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv)
3.10 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
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7.30 The Idea Of Australia: Land Of The Fair Go? (Premiere)
8.30 Great British Train Journeys From Above: The Ffestiniog Railway. Looks at the Ffestiniog Railway.
9.30 Code Of Silence. (Mlv) Alison meets with Liam.
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100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...
Shire of Frankston and Hastings: Electric Light Committee’s Report
Compiled by Cameron McCullough AT the last meeting of the Shire of Frankston and Hastings the Electric Light Committee submitted the following report:
Consideration was given to the request of the Frankston Traders’ Association that energy should be supplied at a reduced rate for block lighting, and it was decided, in view of the financial position, to recommend the applicants to again apply in about three months.
Consideration was given to the request of the Frankston Traders’ Association for improved street lighting, and it was decided on the motion of Cr. Oates, seconded by Cr. Bradbury, that the street lighting be improved by three 100 candle power lamps being erected at each end of the gardens in Bay street; three 50 candle power lamps being erected at Barclay’s corner; one extra 100 candle power and a 3.2 candle power lamp being erected at the entrance to the Honor Avenue, one 100 candle power being put in instead of the present 50 candle power lamp at the intersection of Young street and Wells street; and one 100 candle power lamp being put in in Young street, between Wells street and Ross Smith avenue.
An application was received from residents, asking that a lamp be erected at the intersection of James street and Cranbourne road, and it was decided that the request be complied with, on the motion of Cr. Oates, seconded by Cr. Pratt.
The Frankston Riding members were instructed to report to the next meeting of the committee on the necessity of a street lamp being put in in Playne street
on the Dingle Dell estate.
An application was received from the Frankston Returned Soldiers, asking for reduced charges for lighting, and it was decided on the motion of Cr. Pratt, seconded by Cr. Montague, that the charge be reduced to 7d. per unit.
A request was received from the Frankston Returned Soldiers’ Association, to be allowed to erect notice boards on the electric light poles at each end of Thompson street, and the request was granted on condition that the boards are in conformity with other street notice boards, and that the name of the street is on the top of each board.
Consideration was given to a return prepared by the electric light manager, showing the outstanding accounts, and it was decided on the motion of Cr. Miles, seconded by Cr. Montague, that the outstanding accounts owing for more than one month be placed in the hands of the Shire solicitor for collection.
The question of travelling expense for the Shire engineer was considered, and it was decided to recommend to the Council, on the motion of Cr. Bradbury, seconded by Cr. Armstrong, that the travelling allowance be fixed at £120 per annum.
The request of the Frankston Scouts to hold a sports gathering in the park on Cup Day was granted on the usual terms, subject to them arranging joint occupancy with the Glenhuntly Congregational Sunday School.
Permission was granted to the Salvation Army and the Christian Endeavour Society to occupy the camping area during the Christmas vacation on condition that they provide their own sanitary conveniences.
Consideration was given to the residential area by-law, and it was decided to incorporate the clauses recommended by the Public Works Department, and to recommend the Council to adopt the by-law.
Cr. Bradbury’s action in granting permission to Mr. Sowden to erect a boathouse at Canadian Bay was endorsed, on the motion of Cr. Miles, seconded by Cr. Montague. |
The complaint of Mr. Lomax relative to lamps blowing out owing to interference with street wires by some unknown person was referred to the electric light manager, with power to act, on the motion of Cr. Armstrong, seconded by Cr. Miles.
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A Neglected Heritage
That interesting stretch of country, known as Mornington Peninsula, extending from Frankston, and in a southerly direction to Point Nepean, is, indeed, a neglected heritage, for despite the fact that many thousands of people traverse it from end to end, year in and year out, the one set purpose is to view its scenic grandeur, and with never a thought as to the enormous amount of wealth, in the way of valuable pigments, clays, metals, and deposits of magnificent granite, which lie hidden under ground.
In connection with the granite deposits of the peninsula, it is now common knowledge that some of the very finest green stone ever seen in Australia has recently been located and quarried in the vicinity of Dromana.
It has been stated by experts that the green granite of the peninsula is even superior to that imported from Italy, for the reason that it is beautifully tinted
JOSHUA SEARLE: BIENVENIDO
JOSHUA Searle is an emerging Mornington Peninsula-based artist with an increasing national and commercial profile. His work examines socio-cultural issues and his own diasporic identity. Searle has been a finalist in the Sir John Sulman Prize (AGNSW) (2025, 2023), Fremantle Print Art Award (2025) and a finalist in MPRG’s National Works on Paper (2024).
In 2024, Searle was awarded a Mason Family Trust Fellowship which supported a research trip to his mother’s homeland in Colombia. He explored Indigenous goldsmithing and sculptural practices through museum collections and meeting with archaeologists whilst visiting archaeological sites. There he studied Pre-Columbian artefacts as a means to further understand his own connection to history and identity as an Australian-Colombian.
The exhibition title Bienvenido means ‘welcome’ in Spanish—a greeting that, in this context, evokes a personal arrival, belonging, and return. It captures a significant moment in Searle’s life: his first visit to Colombia, where he met extended family and walked the streets of his ancestral town.
During the Fellowship, Searle met with Eugenio Viola, Artistic Director of the Bogotá Museum of Modern Art who worked in Australia a few years back, connected with contemporary art gallerists, and attended ARTBO, South America’s leading contemporary art fair, as well as visiting many museums of contemporary art, and sites of historical and archaeological significance, tracing the history of Columbia over millennia. Searle worked with Teo Duque, a ceramicist at the Archaeological Museum in Bogotá, who specialised in traditional sculptural practices,
creating reproduction objects for museums. Sharing his connection to and knowledge of these practices with Searle, Duque inspired the next stage of Searle’s work.
Back in Australia, Searle collaborated with Melbourne-based artist Brendan Huntley and Stoker Studio in Mornington to produce a new large-scale work El Sudor del Sol (The Sweat of the Sun), a major wall installation inspired by Colombian expressions and techniques he learned from Duque. The title references the indigenous belief in South America that gold was the sweat of sun, also viewed as a god, symbolising balance and divine connection rather than material value. While this history underpins the work, Searle’s focus lies in exploring language and cultural identity, with gold’s symbolism serving as a resonant backdrop.
with pink specks.
Grey granite there is in abundance. Of red ochre, there are also large deposits. Gold has been found in most of the peninsula creeks, and some years ago many fossickers made handsome cheques at the “TubbaRubba” rush.
Quite recently, copper ore, with traces of silver and gold intermixed, was unearthed at a shallow depth within four miles of Frankston township, and it would not be surprising to hear of rich deposits being discovered in the near future, and at a greater depth.
At Pearcedale although that district is not exactly on the peninsula proper, black coal has been located.
No attention whatsoever has been paid to the fine mineral waters of the Mornington Peninsula; yet, within halfan-hour’s walk of Frankston, magnesia, sulphur and (iron) chalybeate springs exist, and are ever flowing to waste.
One large mineral spring, known as the “Blue Lagoon,” is situated at Frankston Park, but of latter years this spring has fallen into disrepute. Large quantities of fine pipeclay are known to exist on the peninsula, and it has been declared that the bed of Kananook Creek, once known as Tangerong River, is composed largely of this material.
Enterprising business men are now turning their attention to the possibilities of good returns from the hidden mineral, and other deposits of Mornington Peninsula. ***
Seaford
On Sunday last a large whale was observed some distance out to sea.
The visitor, who is no doubt the same chap as has been seen at various
other places around the bay, put in a lively half-hour at Seaford, and gave exhibitions of his abilities to create a vast commotion in the water, flapping his huge tail and beating an otherwise placid sea into a smother of foam.
After spouting several times he dived to his watery haunts.
***
Mt. Eliza Progress Association
A well-attended meeting of the above was held at the Mt. Eliza Hall on Wednesday, September 29.
General business and inward correspondence was dealt with.
It was moved that the secretary (Mr. Moseley) write to the secretary of the Frankston Council, thanking him on behalf of the Council for their prompt attention to better lighting in the district.
At the close of the meeting the ladies’ committee provided refreshments, and an enjoyable dance was held.
At last Friday’s council meeting Cr. Montague succeeded in getting a “tenner” to spend in a very bad part of Boundary road.
This should produce a chorus of approval from those who were sore about its bad condition.
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Frankston Bowling Green
The Shire president (Cr. Wells) will preside at a public meeting in the Frankston Mechanics’ Hall on Thursday night, 15th inst., at 8 o’clock, to arrange for the formation of a bowling club at Frankston and the preparation of greens and croquet lawns on the site which has been granted on the foreshore.
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From the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 9 October 1925
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MPCA cricket back for the 2025/26 season
By Cameron McCullough
PROVINCIAL
AFTER winning last season's Peninsula Division grand final, Mornington earned a promotion to Provincial for the 2025/26 season.
Their opening match for the season was against last year’s Provincial premiers, Pines, so could have been expected to be a battle for the newbies.
Pines came within a ball of batting out their entire 40 overs, all out for 176. Mornington started poorly, losing both openers for two and four runs respectively.
The middle order put up a fight for the Bulldogs, with Tom Panich scoring 30 runs, Brendan Walsh 22, and Zac Garnet 39 not out. In the end it wasn’t quite enough, with Mornington running out of batters 28 runs short.
Langwarrin finished last season on the top of the ladder before being knocked out in the semi-finals by Red Hill. It was a disappointing end to the season and they would have been keen to make amends.
Batting first against Dromana, opening batsman Jack Marget managed a "golden duck", but fellow opener and captain, Matthew Prosser, notched up 57 off 63 balls. They managed to make it to the 40-over mark with one wicket in hand for a tidy 189 runs.
Dromana’s openers seemed unperturbed, with Beau Anthony smashing 65 off just 50 balls, and captain Sam Fowler notching up 55. The rest was easy, with Dromana reaching Langwarrin’s total with four wickets in hand and nearly four overs to spare.
Red Hill batted out their entire 40
overs, ending up 8/222. It was an impressive depth among their batters, with nearly everyone making a contribution.
In response, Baden Powell put in a solid effort, but fell well short. They managed just 181 after running out of batters in the 34th over.
Sorrento saw some solid performances among its batters notching up 6/181 in their 40. The highlight was Jedd Falck who managed 46 runs off 53 balls. Heatherhill would have been in trouble if it wasn’t for a strong middle-order stand that got them across the line. They reached Sorrento’s total in the 34th over.
PENINSULA
OLD Peninsula had a point to prove on Saturday in their first match in Peninsula Division after being relegated from Provincial at the end of last season.
They came up against Balnarring, at Balnarring, with the home team managing 160 before running out of batters in the 38th. Old Peninsula reached the total with ease, getting there in the 31st over with five wickets in hand. The best performance for Old Peninsula was Justin Grant with an impressive 62 runs off 60 balls.
Somerville batted out their full 40 overs for the loss of just five wickets in their clash against Long Island. Nick Mann was their best batter with 68 not out.
In reply, Long Island just didn’t have their measure, running out of batters in the 36th over, still 51 runs short of Somerville’s total. Two of Somerville’s bowlers, Jabob Evans and Craig
Black, managed three wickets each.
Mt Eliza batted first in their game against Seaford. The batting performance of the game went to Ravindu Kodithuwakku who scored 80 runs of Mt Eliza’s total of 183.
Seaford struggled to get going before their middle order fired with a 34-run effort from Jordan Desmond and 39 from Shane Hadlum. It was too little too late though with Seaford bowled out for 143; 40 runs short.
It was a walk in the park for last season’s runners up Rosebud, taking on Moorooduc.
Jarrod Hicks notched up 116 and Patrick Nagel 62 on their way to an impressive 227 runs.
Moorooduc held on for the full 40, but couldn’t get the runs required on the board, ending up at 9/118.
DISTRICT
SEAFORD Tigers had their first outing in District Division after being relegated last season. Up against newly promoted Rye, they scored 8/178 in 40 overs. In response, Rye surpassed Seaford Tigers in the 38th over with three wickets in hand.
Crib Point put in a solid performance to notch up 185 after running out of batters in the 39th over. Their middle order was strong with Brayden Gleeson scoring 58.
In response, Carrum Downs put in a methodical performance to creep past the Magpies with just two wickets in hand and 16 balls to go.
It was a tough day at the office for Main Ridge, only managing 100 runs before being bowled out in the 38th over. Flinders responded easily to that
and surpassed their score in the 29th over with the loss of just five wickets. Likewise, Carrum struggled to get runs on the board with just 107 for the day. Boneo reached the target using just half the available overs, and the loss of just three wickets.
SUB DISTRICT
FRANKSTON YCW couldn’t manage a win over Skye in their round one game.
The Stonecats batted first and managed 138 before being bowled out in the 37th over. The target didn’t trouble Skye in the least, surpassing it in the 31st over, with captain Jake Prosser the pick of their batters with 57 not out.
It was a close one between Delacombe Park and Ballam Park. Delacombe Park batted first and got 122 on the scoreboard before running out of batters in the 36th over. In response, Ballam Park got off to a slow start before middle order Will Borthwick added 56 in 63 balls to get them back on track and eventually get them the win.
Baxter managed a first round win in Sub District after being relegated last season. After Pearcedale ran out of overs for 142, Baxter reached the target with ease in the 26th over with the loss of just a single wicket. Todd Quinn was Baxter’s standout batter with 84 not out.
And Mt Martha had a win over Tootgarook. Mt Martha got 149 on the scoreboard before bowling out Tootgarook for 113.
WOMENS DIV ONE
LAST year’s runners-up, Somerville, had something to prove on Sunday in the return of MPCA women’s cricket. Crib Point batted first, with Tracy Thompson swashbuckling at the crease before being given her marching orders LBW for seven. Sarah Norris also managed seven and Victoria Hogan-Keogh 15 not out, with the Magpies running out of overs with 67 runs.
In reply, Somerville were not challenged. They hit the total with the loss of just three wickets, and after 13 overs.
Newly promoted Mt Martha smashed Mt Eliza in their round one clash.
Joining Division One after winning the Division Two Grand Final last season, they managed an impressive 3/148 in their 20 overs, and then put Mt Eliza to the sword. They didn’t bowl the visitors out, but Mt Eliza limped through their 20 overs putting just 56 runs on the board.
Tooradin had an easy day against Tyabb. Tyabb managed 7/71 in their 20 overs. Tooradin reached the target in just nine overs and with the loss of just one wicket. Julie Donahoe managed 20 not out and Stephanie Gonsalvez 35 not out.
Wickets were few and far between in the match between Balnarring and Rye. Balnarring only lost a single wicket for the day on their way to 153 in their 20 overs. In response, Rye only lost two wickets for the day but fell short notching up just 129 runs.
PINES were too good for Provincial newcomers Mornington. Picture: Alan Dillon
Lund led underdogs to glory
SOCCER
By Craig MacKenzie
SKYE United gaffer Phil McGuinness
had no doubts about handing the captaincy to a player who had only been at the club for one season.
“He trains how he plays, he hates to lose and is very, very competitive,” McGuinness said.
“He never misses a training session and although there were a few older boys in the running he just ticked all the boxes.”
He’s talking about Ben Lund who took over from club icon Marcus Collier last November after the latter left.
And 23-year-old Lund rubberstamped the coach’s decision by leading his men to promotion from State 2 South-East.
“I think we surprised a few people,” Lund said.
“The standard premise is that the more you pay the more results you get but part of what made this year so sweet is that we did it on one of the smallest if not the smallest budgets in the comp.
“We had an underdog status throughout the year and I think that galvanised the boys because no-one else thought we could do anything but internally we didn’t accept that.”
Player turnover at Skye in the past two seasons has been extensive and last pre-season the early focus was on assessing the many new players trying to win a spot in the senior squad.
“We had no idea what the team would look like with so many players trying out,” Lund said.
“It was really hard to work out which players would be playing let alone whether we’d be any good or not.
“Not that I’m big on pre-season being much of a guide anyway.
“If you look at the previous year we did alright pre-season but ended up battling to avoid relegation and this year we were pretty average pre-season but results went our way.
“After we beat (eventual champion) St Kilda to go four wins and one loss in the first five rounds it started to look different from a flukey hot streak.
“It’s certainly in the back of your mind that we’re competitive here and we might have a chance of doing something.”
Lund has only been in Australia since 2021 but has enjoyed two promotions already.
When the New Zealander arrived in Melbourne he played out the COVIDinterrupted season with Eastern Lions’ under-21s.
His switch to Beaumaris was an as-
tute move and he was part of the club’s State 1 championship side.
“Although I didn’t start many games and had lots of bench minutes it was really cool to be part of that Beauy side.”
At Beaumaris he’d met Kevin “Squizzy” Taylor, an assistant coach, and when Taylor returned to Frankston Pines Lund wasn’t far behind.
Although he achieved his personal goal of getting more game time he was part of a Pines side that struggled throughout the season and eventually was relegated from State 2 South-East.
“I was living in Frankston and Skye was one of the closest clubs.
“I’d heard from ‘Squizzy’ and others that Skye was a decent club so I got in touch with Phil and went down to training.
“I enjoyed myself and could see me
getting game time there which swayed me to sign for Skye.”
Lund made 19 appearances for Skye last year and 21 this year.
“I’m most definitely staying at Skye.
“The culture there is second to none.
“They are a really close playing group and the expectation when you join is that you’ve become part of the Skye family.
“I noticed that quite early and it’s something I’ve really enjoyed.”
Lund and his teammates will have a demanding pre-season given their coach’s eagerness to produce one of the fittest teams in the league.
Pre-season starts on Tuesday 18 November.
McGuinness had been keeping that under wraps as he wanted his players to be given time to enjoy their achievement this year.
It’s likely that the club again will base much of its pre-season at Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve as McGuinness believes that the synthetic surface there “can be tough on the body especially when it’s hot” which helps players build a strong fitness base.
“I’m expecting an intense pre-season as there is a significant difference between State 1 and State 2,” Lund said.
“You have to think and act quicker but I’m expecting that we’ll have plenty of game time pre-season so we’re not playing catch-up when the league starts.
“Within the club we’ll aim for as high as we can.
“I think we’ll be a very competitive team and I personally believe that we’ll win a lot of games.”
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Meanwhile despite dropping down two tiers to the new State 6 South East next year the Frankston Pines story is one of remarkable resilience and success.
Late last year the previous committee couldn’t get out of the door quickly enough dumping a financial basket case and on-field collapse into the laps of new president Liz Diaz, club secretary Tanya Wood and treasurer Sarah Silberer.
“When we took on the club back in November 2024 we faced some serious challenges,” Diaz said.
“We had just $400 in the bank, five Mini Roo teams, no junior team or senior team and over $60,000 in club debt.
“Fast forward to today and I could not be prouder of what we’ve been able to achieve.”
Pines now has eight Mini Roo teams, a junior team, senior men’s and women’s teams and has paid off more than 50 percent of its debt.
“This turnaround is nothing short of incredible and a testament to the hard work, passion, and commitment of our volunteers, players, families, and wider community,” Diaz added.
“This year was the year of the rebuild, arguably the toughest in the club’s 60-year history.
“Next year our focus will shift to building structure, support systems, and long-term stability across all programs.”
Last weekend there was a large turnout at the club’s presentation night.
Goalkeeper Caleb Parr won the coach’s award, the Golden Glove award and was runner-up in the Players’ Player award which featured joint winners in Ali Khan and Aloysio Ferreira.
Davey Jones won the Golden Boot award.
The senior women’s best and fairest was Sarah Waterland, Players’ Player of the Year was Marcelina Tombra and Rachael Cannon was runner-up. The women’s Golden Boot winner was Maggie Salloum.
Shout it out loud: Skye United captain
Ben Lund (right) and teammate Mitch Blake had plenty to shout about this year with the local club earning promotion to State 1 South-East.
Picture: Sheer Visuals
