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Ahoy there! Couta boats reunite for races

THERE was a reunion of sorts on Saturday (25 February) when Sorrento-based couta boats sailed alongside their counterparts from Queenscliff.

Sailors from both sides of Port Phillip came together for the first time in several years to compete in the twoday Couta Boat National Titles. The fleet of boats from Sorrento sailed the 12 kilometres to Queenscliff to compete races organised between the Couta Boat Association, Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club, Queenscliff Lonsdale Yacht Club, and the Queenscliff Cruising Yacht Club.

Couta boats were developed for these waters at the start of the last century and during the 1920s and 1930s, more than 50 would set sail from Queenscliff to fish in Port Phillip or head out into the ocean through the Rip.

Skippers on Saturday navigated tides, currents, and each other around the buoys and channel markers in Port Phillip before mooring overnight at Queenscliff.

Partnership ‘opportunities’ assured

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MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire has yet to publicly announce its “partnership” with a remote municipality in the Northern Territory.

The Gulf to Peninsula Partnership was arranged by former mayor Cr Anthony Marsh and agreed to by council on 31 October. A formal announcement planned last September was delayed following the “last minute” cancellation of a visit to the peninsula by the mayor and CEO of Roper Gulf Regional Council.

“We hope to re-schedule the visit in the near future,” the current mayor Cr Steve Holland said.

Details of a visit to Roper Gulf late last year by Marsh and shire CEO John Baker were revealed earlier this

month when Marsh claimed expenses for the trip (“Expenses test memories”

The News 21/2/23).

Mornington Peninsula councillors have been assured “opportunities” will flow from a “relationship” agreement reached with Roper Gulf council.

Negotiations for the municipal partnership last year by Marsh follow 15 years’ of cooperation at the community level, and more lately through the Womin Djeka - Balnarring Ngargee community festival.

On paper, the two municipalities have little in common: Roper Gulf is about three times the size of Tasmania and has a population of less than 7000 people in 14 towns and remote Indigenous communities.

The peninsula’s 170,000 residents predominantly live in 21 towns or suburbs scattered across 723 square kilometres (Roper Gulf is 201,000

square kilometres).

While visitors can come and go freely to the peninsula, visitors to Roper Gulf communities must have a permit from the Northern Land Council. Roper Gulf’s website says the permit system “helps to protect the privacy of Aboriginal communities, preserve Aboriginal culture, safeguard the natural environment and promote visitor safety and amenity”.

It says permits are required travellers, tourists, contractors, journalists, hawkers, representatives of any group, company agency or government department not covered by statutory permit arrangement.

Both the shire and Marsh refused to say if Marsh had obtained a permit before visiting Roper Gulf communities. In separate emails they suggested The News contact Roper Gulf for an answer.

In a report to council’s 31 October 2022 meeting Baker and governance manager Pam Vercoe said peninsula residents and groups had been working with Roper Gulf communities for the past 15 years.

Children from Roper Gulf had “visited Point Leo and local schools over many years” and a “friendly council partnership” would “build on” existing community relationships.

The visits resulted from discussion between Roper Gulf elders and peninsula residents.

Baker and Vercoe’s report said the “most outstanding feature” of the exchanges “is the fact children from both communities are open and frank with one another and able to share hope and dreams and understand the differences between their communities”.

Future projects could include tourism, energy development and

infrastructure “offering training and experience to both communities”.

“We also hope to build economic development relationships … and further explore other opportunities, for example cultural, knowledge exchange and opportunities for councillors and officers to learn from each other.”

Along with his request for reimbursement of expenses Marsh said his September 2022 trip to Roper Gulf was made “to explore potential opportunities for creating a more enduring relationship between the two councils”.

The idea had been informally discussed and supported by “the councillor group” which led to his and Baker’s trip “to meet with the mayor and chief executive officer of the Roper Gulf Regional Council and to tour the region”.

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Acting out: Aspiring thespians at Hastings Hall are Audrey Russo, left, and Charlie Canobie, right, with artistic director of Dreamhouse Theatre Company Carole Patullo. Picture: Gary Sissons

Acting out the dream at Hastings

DREAMHOUSE Theatre Company is expanding its youth workshops to Hastings after a 13 years at Rosebud and Red Hill.

The company has grown since it began in 2009 as part of a state government community renewal program in Rosebud West.

Artistic director Carole Patullo said there was a lack of performing arts opportunities for young people in the

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“For some time we have wanted to run weekly theatre workshops for young people in the Western Port area, where we can provide a safe and inclusive space where young people can believe in and develop their creative selves and have a lot of fun along the way,” she said.

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a weekly youth theatre program for 13-21 year olds at Southern Peninsula Arts Centre (Rosebud Secondary College) and in 2022 starting a primaryaged drama program at Red Hill.

Patullo said the company also devised theatre for various events and festivals and holds an annual intergenerational story sharing and performance event called Story People.

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Short term rentals ‘good for peninsula economy’

THE owner and landlord of a short term rental property has defended her “business” as one that brings prosperity to the Mornington Peninsula.

“We had 6.9 million visitors to the peninsula last year and the average spend for an overnight visitor was $493 a person. That’s a whopping $849 million dollars last year being spent in our local economy from visitors staying on the peninsula,” Floss Butterworth said.

“I am so sick of the same Airbnb rhetoric that short term holiday rentals hurt communities and are to blame for our rental crisis.

“I certainly don’t see my short term rental as a scourge ‘eroding the community’ or ‘ethically wrong and destroying the fabric of community’. My short term rental is my job and, just like any other small business owner, I work really hard to provide an exceptional service to our customers (“Landlords stay put as communities ‘eroded’” The News 21/2/23).”

Other small business owners on the peninsula claim their staff have difficulty find long term rentals and Mornington Peninsula Shire has appealed to property owners to consider switching from short term rentals to long term.

There are about 4000 people on the public housing waiting list and an estimated 1000 sleeping rough, according to the shire, with about 5000 properties available only for short stays.

Butterworth said there would not be enough visitor accommodation on the peninsula without short term rental properties such as hers at Rosebud.

“Imagine the loss of jobs, dollars and flow on impact on all the other local businesses if you

remove that from the economy?

“Where my short term stay is located I have four permanent holiday houses - one each side of my house and two directly across the streetwhich are very rarely used and may have their owners stay in them for a maximum of 20-25 nights a year, often much less.” The owners of these mostly vacant properties were not providing any “add-on benefits” to the community that her property did.

“They are not injecting any visitor dollars to the local shops, restaurants, cafes, galleries, wineries, dolphin swims, golf courses, shopping centres or community.

“They are not paying local cleaners, garden maintenance companies, laundromats, booking agencies, local host agencies. They are not organising community host events like beach clean ups that the Airbnb collective has.”

Butterworth said the visitor industry provided jobs for peninsula residents, saw landlords buying local produce for guests.

Short term rental landlords were often active in community groups “and would like nothing better than to see affordable housing and crisis accommodation for those sleeping rough”.

On behalf of a collective of Airbnb hosts she had discussed with council “to see where we as short stay accommodation providers can work together with offers of help to collaborate and be part of the solution”.

Butterworth had no doubt “we are in the midst of a housing crisis” with “decades of lack of government social housing investment taking its toll”.

A recent survey of short stay hosts had shown they would not put their properties in the long

term rental market if they were no longer able to operate as a short stay.

“Often a short term rental is not a stand alone building but a semi-detached building or a shared room in the host’s home. If it’s a stand alone holiday house then sometimes it’s rented out only when the owners or family are not using it themselves.

“Figures thrown around that 5000 short stay accommodation houses on the peninsula can be returned and used as long term rentals are simply just not true.”

Butterworth would “hate to see” short term rental properties sit idle if they were restricted in their ability to operate. They would not continue to provide economic benefits to the peninsula.

“I know that Airbnb and short stay rentals are easy targets and blaming them for the housing crisis or thinking that taxing them, charging them more fees, limiting the nights they can rent them out or abolishing them all together is an easy solution to making more houses available, but bear in mind the negative on effect that this will cause to the whole of our region,” she said.

“Affordable housing and homeless services are a state government responsibility, so please, let’s stop blaming those running a local business and supporting the economy and tourism industry.

“Let’s try working together as a Mornington Peninsula community, and demand that the state government act on its responsibilities to social and affordable housing.

Body at beach

POLICE will prepare a report for the Coroner following the death of a man at a beach in Rye on Friday 24 February.

The man was pulled from the water at the beach off Point Nepean Road about 3.30pm. Paramedics attended and worked on the man who died at the scene.

He is yet to be formally identified

High speed op

SOMERVILLE highway patrol detected 241 traffic offences during operation SAST over the past few months, focussing on speeding on high risk roads within Frankston and on the Mornington Peninsula.

Of the offences, 169 were related to speeding. Police urge motorists to report dangerous or speeding motorists to 000 or CrimeStoppers.

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“Let’s, as a region, push for urgent strategies and well thought out solutions that allow all people and families a roof over their heads and a safe place to call home.”

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Octopus destined for a world view

ALTHOUGH ignorant of the fact, an octopus found on a Rosebud beach is part of an effort to “inspire the world to explore and enjoy our oceans [and] to protect and respect them”.

A short film by Sheree Marris woven around her finding of the octopus is one of seven on the program of the Ocean Film Festival World Tour. The film festival has been shown annually in 14 countries since its inception 10 years ago.

This year’s 10-year anniversary program runs for two and a half hours and starts with Victorian Andrew Englisch’s attempt to cross Bass Strait on a wing foil (Gone With the Wing) and raise himself out of the depths of depression.

Marris’s Casey the Octopus, her “rescued” octopus found in Rosebud, follows a woman’s morning beach walk that leads to “a decision that will either give or take life”.

Aquatic scientist and environmental campaigner, Marris says her film is “a remarkable reminder of the connections that can be formed between humans and animals”.

Festival founder Jemima Robinson said the Ocean Film Festival World Tour had been started “with big dreams, not only to inspire the world to explore and enjoy our oceans but further to protect and respect them”.

“With a personal passion for film and all things ocean, I wanted the festival to become an avenue for promoting ocean conservation and bringing people together to celebrate mother nature.

“We have done this through sharing unique stories from independent filmmakers from around the globe, reaching many exciting milestones, and now set our sights towards the next 10 years of making an even greater impact.”

This year the festival will tour Australia, Italy,

Spain, Denmark, New Zealand, Mexico, Brazil, the US and the UK.

Screenings will include filmmaker Q&As, live music at events, and art and photography exhibitions.

“Our aim over the next 10 years is to continue to support independent filmmakers getting their work seen, highlight important ocean environmental causes and continue to foster our audiences' love of the ocean,” Robinson said.

Other films on this year’s tour are Broken Breath, Hypnotise, Corners of the Earth: Kamchatka, In Search of a Frozen Ocean and Whale Dreaming.

The Ocean Film Festival World Tour will be shown on Saturday 4 March at Rosebud Cinemas. Details: oceanfilmfestivalaustralia.com.

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Octopus inspiration: The finding on an octopus on a Rosebud beach gave Sheree Marris an idea for a film that’s going to be shown around the world. Picture: Supplied

Seal of approval for ready-to-eat meal

A SEAL at Stony Point treated interested onlookers to an insight into its approach to preparing and eating a meal.

Bashing the raw material - in this case the carcass of a tuna - seemed to be the main approach. There was no delicate, quiet appreciation of what was on offer.

A lot of splashing and throwing the food around appeared to make it both more tender and easier to break up.

Photographer Gary Sissons thought the remains of the tuna had probably been thrown into the water after being caught, brought ashore and filleted.

Although the seal appeared to have a problem with one eye, that did not prevent it “preparing” its meal or swimming in and around arriving and departing boats.

A sign at the pier warns against feeding seals and Jeff Weir, executive director of the Hastings-based Dolphin Research Centre said it was an offence under the Wildlife Act, although in this case the seal “might have just picked it up”.

“It's common sense not to feed wildlife as it risks unintended consequences to the animals from poor diet and becoming conditioned,” Weir said.

“There are stories of seals becoming grumpy at boat ramps if people don't feed them; attacking people and making it impossible to retrieve [their boats] and even worse.”

Weir said it was probable that more Victorians had been injured by seals than sharks.

“If this guy has a bad eye then perhaps he is looking for easy catches. It's interesting that neither seals or penguins feed much in Western Port, much more in Port Phillip.” Keith Platt

Memorial to trainer of champions

LORD Sebastian Coe and Herb Elliott joined Mornington peninsula Shire Council mayor Cr Steve Holland and CEO John Baker on Sunday at Portsea for the unveiling of a memorial plaque in honour of athletics coach Percy Cerutty.

Cerutty was awarded the plaque in the posthumous category of Legend by World Athletics for his “outstanding contribution to the worldwide history and development of the sport of track and field athletics”.

The unveiling at the Percy Cerutty Oval, Portsea coincided with the World Athletics Cross Country Championships in Bathurst 18, 19 February.

Cerutty MBE was an Australian athletics coach in the 1950s and 1960s.

The eccentric Australian ran weekend camp for training in Portsea and pioneered a home-spun system of Stotan training, embracing a holistic regime of natural diets, hard training in natural surroundings, and mental stimulation.

Elliott, regarded as Cerutty’s most famous pupil, was the 1960 Olympics 1500m champion and a multiple world record breaker at 1500m and the mile.

The World Athletics Heritage Plaque is a location-based recognition, awarded for “an outstanding contribution to the worldwide history and development of the sport of track

and field athletics and of out-of-stadia athletics disciplines such as cross country, mountain, road, trail and ultra-running, and race walking”.

In the 1950s, Cerutty and his wife Nancy made Portsea their permanent home and established his training camp.

The high speed of most of the training runs he advocated, and the use of short, steep sand dunes of Portsea were central to his conditioning philosophy. In the distance running world Cerutty was a pioneer in the use of weight training. His emphasis was on low repetitions using maximum weights to build strength but without

the risk of bulking up.

Gymnastics exercises such as chinups, parallel bars and vaulting were also employed for strength, coordination and breaking the monotony of running.

“It was Herb Elliott who inspired me to become a runner,” two-time Olympic 1500m champion Coe said. “And it was Percy Cerutty’s guidance which honed Herb’s competitive mettle. Percy was an unorthodox, innovative coach whose pioneering approach developed Herb into the outstanding record breaking, unbeaten miler who first took the world by storm in the late 1950s.”

Elliott said he “would not be who I am or where I am without the lucky accident of meeting Percy when I was still at school”.

“To hear Percy talk, you wanted to go out and shake the trees and shake the world. Percy believed ‘nothing worthwhile was ever accomplished without pain, without full effort, without a price’. I adopted his philosophy.” Holland said Cerutty had seen how the peninsula’s environment could be used to benefit athletes.

“He will forever be remembered by the Portsea community, not least because the town’s oval is named after him.”

AT the unveiling of the Percy Cerutty mamorial plaque at Portsea are, from left, Herb Elliott, Sebastian Coe, Mornington Peninsula Shire mayor Steve Holland deputy mayor Debra Mar.

Buyers sought for hotel, park

TWO notable Mornington Peninsula’s properties are for sale after decades of family ownership.

The former Arthurs Hotel and four adjoining blocks perched on top of Arthurs Seat Road is for sale, after failing to sell three years ago.

Further east, the 340 hectare Boneo Park equestrian centre and surrounding wetlands is also on the market.

The hotel closed in 2020, at the start of the coronavirus pandemic, and was passed in at auction in mid-2021 after bidding reached $11 million, but short of the reserve.

The property on five titles over 7254 square metres is opposite the Arthurs Seat Eagle gondola lift.

Nearby residents said they were looking forward to a hotel opening again, as it was once a thriving destination that brought life to the region.

Kylie Greer from Save Our Seat – a group formed to protest the development of a 43 hectare quarry on the north face of Arthurs Seat - said she hoped someone with “deep pockets” would buy the hotel to renovate and reopen it.

“It’s been closed for the past three years, so it would be great to have a local hotel again and somewhere to get a beer,” she said.

Greer said the almost 100-year-old hotel was full of history and had a ballroom on the ground floor that few people knew about.

The hotel, which has panoramic views of the Port Phillip, has had at least two lessees but has not changed ownership in 22 years.

Boneo Park is also for sale, after decades of ownership by the McNaught family.

The McNaught’s are the original developers of the 340ha property and have been custodians of the wetlands and environment, including placing 200 hectares of the land under a Trust for Nature covenant.

The equestrian centre was developed out of

swampland and grazing land about 17 years ago by Rob McNaught, founder of trekking company Peregrine Adventures (which he sold in 2005 and is now part of Intrepid Travel).

McNaught had been living nearby, but bought the original Tootgarook swamp landholding (known then as the Hiscock Estate) in 2001 from the Hiscock family (which had owned it since the 1920s) after it was passed in at auction.

The park, which has held equestrian events and attracted many high-profile riders from around the world, is expected to be sold for more than $30 million.

Beatles with Glee

MELBOURNE-BASED singing group Glee Club is coming to Sor-rento to launch a singalong celebrating The Beatles.

Glee Club is described as “being in a choir without the commit-ment of being in a choir”. There are no auditions or solos and singers can have a drink while they sing.

Musical director Vicky Jacobs leads the sessions and has a reputation for being able to get everyone to sing with confidence from the most nervous new singers to Australia’s top stars.

She has worked in the music departments of such shows as Moulin Rouge, Come From Away and Jersey Boys.

“We all know that singing makes us feel good and I love nothing more than singing Beatles songs with a big group of people. It’s so much fun,” Jacobs said.

“We teach everyone the high and low parts, but each person gets to choose what they’d like to sing. Then the magic happens and before you know it, we’re all singing in harmony. And we have a lot of laughs while we’re at it.”

The Beatles singalong, 4pm Sunday, 5 March at Sorrento Bowls Club, David MacFarlan Reserve. Details: gleeclubsinging.com/

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Singers bring harmony to Mornington

VISITING Kirk’s hotel, Mornington can include an easy-to -follow language lesson. The Australian Welsh Male Choir’s monthly concerts at the hotel include singing in English and Welsh.

Musical director Tom Buchanan says choir members are “not native Welsh speakers” but help “preserve the language “and this comes to life every time these gentlemen start to sing”.

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lish and when the crowd is singing along we find after a few drinks they get the confidence to sing in Welsh,” he said.

“You don't need to be the best singers, you don't need to speak Welsh. but we will teach you all you need to know.”

Buchanan says community singing “is the essence of a Welsh choir”.

“We started as four or five people singing while enjoying a drink and after almost 50 years we are a choir

Book records 26 years of seeking social justice

MEMBERS of the Southern Women’s Action Network (SWAN) have published a book tracing their 26-year history advocating for social justice.

When Women Meet will be launched on Sunday 19 March at a special SWAN meeting at Mount Martha House.

When Women Meet, by Diane McDonald with Judith Couacaud Graley, records the history of SWAN through the eyes and voices of the community-based, volunteer led, women’s organisation established on the Mornington Peninsula in 1996.

The SWAN meeting on 19 March will feature Jean Ker Walsh from Grandmothers for Refugees as guest speaker. Mary Crooks from the Victorian Women’s Trust will talk about the contribution made by SWAN within the broader women’s movement.

that is a large part of Melbourne's history.”

As well as pubs, the Welsh choir Is known for singing at rugby matches, churches and official events. Its members have travelled overseas and recently spread their tradition throughout Asia.

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SWAN is one of a few female organisations that has survived for more than a quarter of a century in Victoria. Over that time more than 150 female speakers have addressed SWAN meetings about social justice, human rights and gender equity, resulting in individual and joint actions for improvement.

“The endurance of SWAN over 26 years is a great story and a testimony to the many fabulous women who have worked together to create such a unique organisation,” Graley, a

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founding SWAN member, said. McDonald said writing the book was “a rewarding experience” that reinforced to her “the incredible value of women meeting together, supporting and empowering each other to take action to address social justice concerns”.

Anyone who wants to attend the book launch should email swanwomen@outlook.com or call Erica Churchill on 0404 811 422.

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Easter art on the lawn

BLAIRGOWRIE Yacht Squadron’s Easter art show will feature works from a variety of media, including indoor and outdoor sculpture.

The outdoor sculpture will be shown on the deck and lawn.

Tickets for the opening night function which starts at 7pm on Friday 7 April 7 are available through the club’s Facebook page or trybooking. com/events/landing?embed&eid=1018236

The art show will open 10am-5pm on Saturday 8 April and Sunday 9 April, and 10am -2pm on Monday 10 April. Tickets ($5) are available at the door each day and visitors can use the bistro and bar. Details Facebook page facebook.com/ byseasterartshow or Instagram instagram.com/ bys.easterartshow

Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron is at 2900 Point Nepean Road, Blairgowrie.

Future food

MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire will launch its six-year Food Economy and Agroecology Strategy on Friday 3 March.

The strategy is an action plan to transform the

way food is produced on the peninsula.

The launch will include information and advice from farmer and activist Tammi Jonas and a panel discussion on “activating land for the next generation of regenerative food producers through collaborative farming models”.

The Food Economy and Agroecology Strategy launch 9.30am-2.30pm Friday 3 March at Barragunda Farm, 113 Cape Schanck Road, Cape Schanck.

For more details email: agrofood@mornpen. vic.gov.au

Scones in March

THE next Scones on Hastings will be held at the Hastings Bowls Club at 10am on 3 March. All are welcome. Cost is $2.

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State pressured to ‘manage’ wildlife

DWINDLING numbers of koalas and kangaroos “trapped” on private property at Cape Schanck have led to increased pressure on the state government to implement a wildlife management plan.

Mornington Peninsula Shire last week decided to “immediately renew advocacy efforts” to convince the government of the need to of a plan manage wildlife on the peninsula.

The shire will tell the government, “all relevant ministers and all local politicians” that “delays are not consistent with the aspirations of our community and the viability of our native wildlife”.

Cr David Gill said there had been no indication “of action in the foreseeable future” after a meeting between some councillors, shire CEO John Baker and Department Environment Land Water and Planning officers. “This points to a reason for great concern as a related problem of 600 kangaroos isolated on a property near Greens Bush has been left in limbo for over 12 months.”

Infrastructure services manager Tom Haines-Sutherland told councillors at the Tuesday 7 February council meeting that “officer time” would be needed to run the advocacy campaign proposed by Gill.

“This would require redistributing officer time from existing campaigns that council has committed to. This may result in existing campaigns being reduced or halted, depending on council’s requirements and priorities,” he said.

Gill’s notice of motion to reinforce council’s calls for a wildlife management to the government was adopted by a majority of councillors. For the motion were Crs Gill, Despi O’Connor, Lisa Dixon, Susan Bissinger, Sarah Race, Debra Mar, Simon Brooks and Antonella Celi. Against: Crs Anthony Marsh and Steve Holland.

Planting mangroves for a ‘healthy’ Western Port

VOLUNTEERS joined OzFish and Landcare members over two days at the Hastings foreshore last week (15 and 16 February) restoring and planting mangroves.

The mangroves of Western Port play a vital role in the health of the local ecosystem, providing shoreline protection and critical fish nursery habitat for many of the species.

The Reel Big Fish Mangrove restoration project is restoring mangroves across the bay, with OzFish members and the community rolling up their sleeves to help restore mangroves along the foreshore.

Using a method developed and refined by John Eddy and the Bass Coast Landcare Network, mangrove seeds are attached to bamboo stakes, which help give mangroves a helping hand in their early development. Once the mangroves establish, the stakes can be removed leaving

behind healthy mangrove seedlings.

Restoration efforts will be focused on areas fringing established mangrove forest communities, which provides the greatest opportunity for plant survival.

Planting mangroves has been proven to help with environmental issues and thrive in areas with low-oxygen soil, where slow moving waters allow sediments to accumulate.

Mangroves also provide a home for a huge variety of juvenile fish, and are a major store and supply of biomass and nutrients for Western Port.

Supported by Melbourne Water, the program

Reel Big Fish – Western Port is a three-year project that started in 2020 with plans to be finalised in 2023. The project aims to improve and increase the extent of suitable habitat for recreational fish species in Western Port while

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also expanding knowledge and building capacity with the recreational fishing community.

The project is working with community groups, volunteers and fishing groups to restore mangrove forests at priority locations along Western Port’s intertidal zone. This work will be supported by a range of education and training events to connect recreational fishers with fisheries habitat specialists – increasing fisher knowledge and building their capacity to actively contribute to building a resilient fishery in Western Port and is delivered as part of the Ramsar Protection Program.

This project was original led by the Port Phillip and Westernport CMA. The Port Phillip and Westernport CMA was integrated into Melbourne Water in January 2022 and Melbourne Water is now the delivery agency.

Step up to clean up!

Clean Up Australia Day is creeping up on us and it’s time to start thinking about getting your crew together or joining your local clean up group for Sunday 5 March.

It’s rewarding to volunteer – every little bit helps. Plus, getting out for a walk with others is great for your health – improve the health of the environment and yourself at the same time!

For more information

Find your nearest clean up or organise your own clean up at: cleanupaustraliaday.org.au

Koala Country Event

March 2023

If you come across a whole lot of dumped rubbish, report it via: mornpen.vic.gov.au/dobinadumper

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SOLD SOLD

SORRENTO 26 Hughes Road

YOU’LL LOVE THIS LOCATION

Set behind a lovely buffer of trees at the front of the property, the home comprises a bright open plan kitchen/dining lounge area with a relaxing garden outlook, tv room, 5 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 2 toilets, 3 split air conditioners and ofp, low maintenance grounds, and a very private rear sun deck to while away the hours reading a book or the paper, and enjoy summer and winter barbecues. No need for the car here. Simply leave it at home, and take advantage of the local stunning walking tracks at both the front and back beaches. prenticerealestate.com.au

Contact: Tim Breadmore 0418 565 263

PRICE REDUCED

RYE 12 Lind Avenue

TIMELESS

This appealing weatherboard residence will be a timeless classic for years to come. Showcasing a warm blend of polished timber flooring, timber-lined ceilings and fresh neutral tones throughout, this is what coastal living is all about. The accommodating layout comprises 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms – including two ensuites – plus a powder room. A superbly appointed country style kitchen has Butler’s pantry and the spacious living and dining space features limestone-clad walls and a gas log fire.

prenticerealestate.com.au

For Sale: $1,950,000

Contact: Michael Prentice 0417 369 235

BLAIRGOWRIE 24 Morris Street

BEACHSIDE ENTERTAINER

If it is the ultimate entertainer you are looking for then look no further. This light filled, spacious home will cater for all your family and friends to enjoy this private setting in the heart of Blairgowrie. Downstairs features a living area with handy kitchenette, large bunk room for all the kids to stay and a games room or home theatre perfect for entertaining. A laundry with shower and separate toilet complete downstairs with an internal staircase taking you to the second level and open plan kitchen/dining/lounge, with extensive glazing and doors opening to a wrap around balcony overlooking the in ground pool and lush gardens. prenticerealestate.com.au

Contact: Mark Prentice 0408 117 772 or Tim Breadmore 0418 565 263

PRICE REDUCED

RYE 48 Pasadena Street

SOUGHT AFTER BACK BEACH LOCATION

Superbly located just a leisurely stroll to 16th Beach access and General store for the morning coffee is this classic coastal retreat. Set on over 860m2 of level land with plenty of room for the backyard cricket/footy match this light filled home is ideal for first home buyers, investors or the perfect lock and leave weekender. Offering an open plan kitchen meals living area, 3 bedrooms, central bathroom, double carport, double garage and undercover alfresco entertaining area.

prenticerealestate.com.au

For Sale: $800,000 - $880,000

Contact: Michael Christodoulou 0419 003 685

EPITOMISING THE PEACE AND PRIVILEGE OF BEACHSIDE LIVING

THIS stunning five-bedroom contemporary home instantly captivates with its generous dimensions, pristine presentation and an enviable position just a short stroll from the quaint village shops and one of Melbourne’s most sought after schools; Balnarring Primary. Comfortably crafted across two spacious and light-filled levels, the home provides three excellent living zones highlighted by gleaming bamboo hardwood floors which are interspersed with as-new carpeting, high ceilings and plantation shutters. Anchoring the expansive primary living area is the splendid kitchen with

huge cascading stone benchtops to a wonderful breakfast island and a suite of quality appliances including two ovens, a gas cooktop, Miele stainless-steel dishwasher, and for additional storage and prep space there is a butler’s pantry. Banks of stacked sliding doors from both the family room and huge master suite open to a partially enclosed alfresco with cafe blinds, while a bistro balcony opening from the upstairs retreat gazes out across the picturesque pasture land to Western Port Bay and Phillip Island. There are five impressive bedrooms – the deluxe master bedroom boasts

a gorgeous ensuite with spa and a guest bedroom upstairs also has an ensuite. Three more bedrooms share a third full bathroom with relaxing soaker tub, and there are two convenient powder rooms. Set on a prime 806-square metre block, this breathtaking home, measuring 372 square metres ( 40-square) really does have all the essential comforts covered. In addition to ducted heated and refrigerated cooling, there is a gas boosted solar hot water service, and from the street there is a double garage and a large workshop with three-phase power.n

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ADDRESS: 22 Balnarring Beach Road, BALNARRING BEACH FOR SALE: $1,910,000 - $2,100,000

DESCRIPTION:

5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car, 806sqm

AGENT: Candice Blanch 0447 188 469, Homes & Acreage Real Estate, 1/3000a Frankston-Flinders Road, Balnarring, 1300 077 557

54 Donovans Way MANSFIELD

Canavan Ray White Presents BESPOKE BRILLIANCE - Highly Sought After, Tightly Held SALE $2,100,000 - $2,310,000

‘Twin Peaks’ is an architectural statement designed home for growing families and entertainers, close to the Mansfield township and the winter slopes of Mt Buller. Aspen inspired ‘Twin Peaks’ offers a privileged standard of living on a grand scale, exuding ultimate sophistication throughout. This prestigious property is complete with luxury and comfort in mind.

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Rosebud 2 Lyndon Drive

Custom Built Residence In A Great Location.

Beautifully-maintained home with traditional entrance foyer that flows through to a welcoming living room and combined dining area with adjoining Tasmanian Oak kitchen featuring electric cooktop, built-in oven and pantry plus a generous amount of cupboard storage. Other comforts include gas ducted central heating, split-system cooling, LED lighting and carpeted floors. This home has a sunny master bedroom with ceiling fan and double length mirrored robes, with all four bedrooms sharing the main bathroom. The property is served by a double lock-up garage complete with workshop, there is a water tank and compost bay plus side access to park a trailer or caravan.

4 1 2

AUCTION

Saturday 18 March 12:30pm

INSPECT By Appointment

CONTACT

Craig Leo 0412 502 938

Thomas Solunto 0401 872 780

Barry Plant Rosebud 5986 8880

Standalone freehold title

Two (2) tenancies sold as one

Land area 744sqm*

Total building area 340sqm*

Unit 1 being offered with vacant possession, Unit 2 short term tenancy in place

Moments from Nepean Hwy & Main Street retail precinct

TOP PICKS OF THE WEEK

SATURDAY CALL THE MIDWIFE

ABC TV, 7.30pm

In good news for Call the Midwife fans the BBC renewing the long-running period drama for three more seasons. In typical fashion, the beloved show’s producers deliver plenty of drama as season 11 wraps up tonight. The convent faces its darkest day after a tragic incident in the heart of Poplar. Trixie (Helen George, left) and Matthew (Olly Rix) agonise over their wedding plans, while Lucille (Leonie Elliott) and Cyril (Zephryn Taitte) face their biggest test yet.

FRIDAY THE PROPOSITION

ABC TV PLUS, 8.30pm

SUNDAY VERA

ABC TV, 8.30pm

McLaren Place, Mornington

Thursday, March 2

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Foreign Correspondent. International affairs program.

8.30 Grand Designs: The Streets. (PG) Part 1 of 5.

9.20 Joanna Lumley’s Great Cities Of The World: Berlin. (PG, R) Part 3 of 3.

10.10 Movin’ To The Country. (PG, R)

10.40 ABC Late News.

10.55 The Business. (R)

11.10 Girl Like You. (Mals, R)

12.10 Q+A. (R) 1.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.35 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 4.30 The Drum. (R)

5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Coastal Ireland With Adrian Dunbar. Part 1 of 2.

8.30 American Presidency With Bill Clinton: We The People. (PG) Explores presidential decision-making in the face of the turning points for many American citizens.

9.20 Miniseries: The Walk-In. (MA15+) Part 5 of 5.

10.15 SBS World News Late.

10.45 L’Opera. (Madls, R)

11.45 The Eagle. (MA15+av, R)

4.05 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

The first full screenplay from the dark prince of Aussie music, Nick Cave, is a western set in 1880s colonial Australia. It focuses on Charlie (Guy Pearce), a man torn between the loyalty of two brothers. Along for the bloody ride are Ray Winstone, Emily Watson, David Wenham and John Hurt. Directed by John Hillcoat (Ghosts … of the Civil Dead), it’s utterly uncompromising and one of the best Australian films for some time.

MONDAY WOULD I LIE TO YOU? AUSTRALIA

TEN, 8.40pm

Chrissie Swan hosts this endlessly entertaining local take on the hitt UK panel show, in which two teams try to outwit each other with outlandish anecdotes that may or may not be true. It’s then left up to the studio audience and viewers at home to try and sort the facts from the fibs. Team captains Charlie Pickering and Frank Woodley guide competitors as each hilarious story is meticulously picked apart through a series of probing questions until the truth (or lie) is finally revealed. Tonight’s guests include performer Em Rusciano, comedian Mel Buttle, actor Josh Lawson and retired politician Christopher Pyne.

Frank Woodley

Would I

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Ziggy delivers Gabe a bitter pill to swallow.

8.30 Code 1: The Essendon Plane Crash. (M) Takes a look at the Essendon plane crash that occurred in February 2017.

9.30 Air Crash Investigations: Holding Pattern. (PGal) Investigators delve into the mystery behind the 2016 crash of Flydubai Flight 981.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00 To Be Advised.

12.15 MOVIE: Upgrade. (2018, MA15+av, R) Logan Marshall-Green.

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 1. Parramatta Eels v Melbourne Storm.

9.55 Thursday Night Knock Off. Post-match NRL news and analysis.

10.40 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

11.10 A+E After Dark. (Malm, R)

12.05 Council Of Dads. (PGa)

1.00 Drive TV. (R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Iliza Shlesinger, Chelsea Handler, Katherine Ryan and Jimmy O Yang. 10.30 Would I Lie To You? Australia. (Ml, R)

The Project. (R)

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

Home Shopping. (R)

CBS Mornings.

Friday, March 3

6.00 The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news.

7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories.

7.30 Gardening Australia. Costa

Georgiadis tours an expert’s vegie patch. Jane Edmanson cultivates autumn colour.

8.30 Endeavour. (Mav) Part 1 of 3. A grisly discovery in a College garden raises suspicion among a celebrated Oxford orchestra, but when a second tragedy hits, this time within their ranks, Endeavour discovers a story the would sooner forget.

10.00 Van Der Valk. (Mav, R) Part 1 of 3.

11.35 ABC Late News.

11.50 Miniseries: Butterfly. (Mal, R)

12.35 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (R)

1.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Wrecks That Changed The World: Danger Ahead. Takes a look at shipwrecks.

8.30 Walking Britain’s Lost Railways: Devon. (PG, R) Rob Bell discovers the now-abandoned lines that unlocked the wild coastline of north Devon.

9.25 Royal Autopsy. Part 1 of 2.

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 Gomorrah. (MA15+v, R)

1.25 Romulus. (MA15+sv, R) 3.25 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs.

8.30 MOVIE: Hacksaw Ridge. (2016, MA15+v, R) Based on a true story. A conscientious objector, who worked as a medic on the frontlines of World War II without ever firing a shot or even carrying a gun, wins the US Medal of Honor. Andrew Garfield, Sam Worthington, Vince Vaughn.

11.15 MOVIE: Point Of No Return. (1993, Mlsv, R) A murderer becomes an assassin. Bridget Fonda, Gabriel Byrne.

1.35 RSPCA Animal Rescue. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 NBC Today.

Saturday, March 4

6.25 Better Date Than Never. (Final, PG, R) Dianne’s first date continues.

7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories.

7.30 Call The Midwife. (Final, PG) Nonnatus House faces its darkest day after a tragic incident in the heart of Poplar.

8.35 The Larkins At Christmas. (PG, R) As the Larkins prepare for Christmas, the village faces a rash of burglaries.

9.40 Traces. (Mal, R) A lab assistant attending a forensic course discovers that a fictitious case study has a link to her past.

10.30 Miniseries: Time.

(Malv, R) Part 1 of 3.

11.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

Music video clips.

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WorldWatch. 9.05 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (Premiere) 10.05 Love Your Garden. (PGa, R) 11.00 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Bowls. Ultimate Bowls 2022. Event 1. Final. Highlights. 3.00 Figure Skating. Four Continents Championships. Highlights. 4.35 Secret Scotland. (PG, R) 5.30 The Abyss: The Rise And Fall Of The Nazis. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 The World’s Most Beautiful Landscapes: The Mekong River. (PG) Narrated by Robert Lindsay.

8.30 Britain’s Scenic Railways. (R) Part 1 of 4.

9.25 Inside Windsor Castle: Four Divorces And A Fire. (PGa, R) Part 4 of 4.

10.15 Planet Sex With Cara Delevingne. (Premiere, MA15+as)

11.10 UFOs. (PGa)

2.30 Some Kind Of Heaven. (Md, R) 4.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.30 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15

France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6am WorldWatch.

9.30 Shortland St. 11.00 The Movie Show. Noon

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. 2.45 Lee Lin Chin’s Fashionista.

6.00 NBC Today.

7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Australian Guineas Day and Randwick Guineas Day.

5.00 Seven News At 5.

5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Immigration officers pull aside an Ecuadorian.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 To Be Advised.

8.00 Border Patrol. (PGa) Follows the men and women who protect New Zealand’s borders from drugs, weapons, pests and diseases.

8.30 MOVIE: John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum. (2019, MA15+v, R) Having been declared excommunicado by the High Table, John Wick is pursued by a host of killers. Keanu Reeves, Halle Berry, Laurence Fishburne.

11.10 MOVIE: Absolute Power. (1997, Mlv, R) Clint Eastwood.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Get Arty. (R)

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R)

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 For The Love Of Pets. (PG) Vets fear a dog has swallowed a shark tooth.

8.30 MOVIE: Mamma Mia! Here

We Go Again. (2018, PGs, R) A young woman prepares to reopen her family hotel, while learning more about the life of her late mother. Amanda Seyfried, Meryl Streep, Lily James.

10.40 MOVIE: Footloose. (1984, Mlv, R) Kevin Bacon.

12.40 The First 48. (Mav, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Take Two. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30

Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 The Graham Norton Show. Hosted by comedian Graham Norton.

8.30 Taskmaster Australia. (PGl, R) Comedy game show featuring comedians performing a series of tricky tasks.

9.30 To Be Advised.

10.30 Just For Laughs. (Ml, R) Hosted by Nick Cody.

11.00 Just For Laughs Uncut. (MA15+ls, R) Hosted by Nikki Osborne.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

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) 12.30 The Pet Rescuers. (PG)

6.00 Nine News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Space Invaders. (PGal)

The team transforms a townhouse.

8.30 MOVIE: The Notebook.

(2004, PGals, R) An old man reads a love story from a faded notebook to a woman with Alzheimer’s disease. Rachel McAdams, Ryan Gosling.

11.00 MOVIE: The Choice.

(2016, PGals, R) Benjamin Walker.

1.00 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PG, R)

1.50 Talking Honey. (R) 2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa) 2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00

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

6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGl, R) Lifeguards investigate a floating object.

6.30 To Be Advised.

7.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (Mv)

The team investigates a shootout.

8.30 FBI: International. (Mv) When an American vintner is shot and killed on his wine estate in France, the Fly Team must determine if the region’s local protest group with a history of violence against foreigners is to blame.

10.30 NCIS. (Mv, R) Parker is the victim of identity theft.

11.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R)

12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

5.00 Hour Of Power.

1.30 Gardening

Australia. (R) 2.30 Call The Midwife. (Final, PG, R) 3.30 Victoria. (Final, PG, R) 4.20 Grand Designs: The Streets. (PG, R) 5.10 Joanna

Lumley’s Great Cities Of The World. (PG, R)

6.00 Antiques Roadshow.

7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories.

7.30 Death In Paradise. (Mv) Florence returns to Saint-Marie.

8.30 Vera. (Ma) Part 3 of 4. After a young police officer is found dead floating in a park lake, DCI Vera Stanhope investigates.

10.05 Miniseries: Butterfly. (Final, Ma) Part 3 of 3.

10.50 Queerstralia: The Law. (Malns, R)

11.50 Finding Alice. (Ml, R)

12.35 Last Tango In Halifax. (Ml, R)

1.35 Victoria. (Final, PG, R)

2.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.15 Last Tango In Halifax. (Ml, R) 4.15 The Recording Studio. (R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.05 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. 10.05 Love Your Garden. (R) 11.00 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (PG)

12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. Australian ProMX C’ship. Round 1. 4.00 Cycling.

UCI Women’s World Tour. Strade Bianche Women. Highlights. 5.00 Surf Life Saving. Australian Interstate C’ships. Highlights. 5.30 The Abyss: The Rise And Fall Of The Nazis. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Ancient Egypt By Train: The Temples. (PG) Part 4 of 4.

8.30 Chernobyl: The New Evidence: Situation Critical. (PG, R) Part 1 of 2.

10.20 Castles: Secrets, Mysteries And Legends.

Monday, March 6

Story. Presented by Leigh Sales.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG)

Hosted by Paul Barry.

9.35 Q+A. Public affairs program.

10.35 China Tonight. (R)

11.10 ABC Late News.

11.25 The Business. (R)

11.40 Vera. (Ma, R) 1.10 Parliament Question

Time. 2.10 Father Brown. (Mv, R) 2.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Planet Reef: Protecting Megamouths. (PG)

8.30 South Korea With Alexander Armstrong. Part 1 of 3.

9.30 Secrets Of Playboy: The Aftermath. (Final, MA15+) Former Playmates share their experiences.

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Infiniti.

(MA15+v) 11.50 Mr Mercedes. (MA15+alv, R) 12.55 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Paris-Nice Race. Stage 2. 2.55 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R) 3.55 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R)

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

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG)

12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 1.00 Cycling. Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. From Geelong, Victoria. 2.15

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Australian Idol. (PG) Hosted by Ricki-Lee and Scott Tweedie.

9.00 7NEWS Spotlight: Peter Bol. (PG)

9.30 The Latest: Seven News.

10.00 Manhunt: The Porsche Kid. (Malv, R) A look at police manhunts.

11.00 Born To Kill? Beverley Allitt. (MA15+) A look at the case of Beverly Allitt.

12.00 MOVIE: Doomsday Man. (2000, Mav, R) James Marshall.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

7.00 Married At First Sight. (PGals)

8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.40 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

10.10 Australian Crime Stories: Million Dollar Mystery. (Mv, R) A look at the case of Revelle Balmain.

11.15 The First 48. (Mav)

12.05 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (Mdv, R)

1.00 Explore TV. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Sunday Project. Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics.

7.30 Australian Survivor. With the Vigilantes having taken over, the OG Heroes are hanging on for dear life.

9.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mav) When a special forces US Marine captain is murdered, the NCIS team finds a suspect in an unusual place.

10.00 FBI. (Mv, R) After Rina is critically wounded, the team discovers that a vengeful Vargas orchestrated the shooting.

11.00 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news.

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGas)

7.30 Australian Idol. (PG) Hosted by Ricki-Lee and Scott Tweedie.

8.45 Starstruck. (PG) Another batch of superfans compete for a chance to win the £50,000 prize.

10.00 Australia: Now And Then. (Mal, R) Part 3 of 4.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 Busted In Bangkok. (Mals, R)

12.30 Kochie’s Business Builders. (R)

1.00 Dr Harry’s Animal Encounters. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mlns) All the remaining couples leave town.

9.00 Big Miracles. (Ma) Follows 10 couples and singles on IVF.

10.00 Nine News Late.

10.30 New Amsterdam. (Ma)

11.20 The Equalizer. (MA15+av, R)

12.10 Almost Family. (Mas) 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 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Australian Survivor. Presented by Jonathan LaPaglia.

8.40 Would I Lie To You? Australia. (Ml) Two teams, including Christopher Pyne, Josh Lawson, Em Rusciano and Mel Buttle, go head-to-head.

9.40 Ghosts. (PGals) Trevor receives disturbing news.

10.10 The Montreal Comedy Festival. (R) Stand-up performances from comedians.

11.10 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mdv, R)

12.00 The Project. (R)

1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

Tuesday, March 7

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? UK: Alex Scott. (PG)

8.30 Insight. Presented by Kumi Taguchi.

9.30 Dateline: The Church And The Assassin. (Return) Presented by Kumi Taguchi.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 11.00 Antidisturbios. (MA15+av)

12.00 Manayek. (Mal, R) 12.55 Cycling.

UCI World Tour. Paris-Nice Race. Stage 3.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGas)

7.30 We Interrupt This Broadcast. (PGal) Sketch comedy series.

8.30 The Good Doctor. (Madms) Shaun invites Aaron to stay with him while he has exterminators at his house.

9.30 Quantum Leap. (Mav) Ben leaps into a 16-year-old boy’s body and finds himself among a group of outcast teens on the run.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00 Police Custody USA: Meth Wars. (Madl)

(R)

2.55 Cacciatore: The Hunter. (Mal, R) 4.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Wednesday, March

6.00 The Drum.

7.00

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Wildlife ER: Brisbane Floods. (PG)

8.30 The Swap. (M) Part 1 of 3.

9.30 Bloodlands. (Final, M)

Tom choreographs a final reckoning.

10.35 SBS World News Late.

11.05 Cargo. (MA15+a)

12.00 24 Hours In Emergency. (Mal, R) 12.55

Cycling. UCI World Tour. Paris-Nice Race. Stage

12.00 MOVIE: The Nightingale. (2018, MA15+alv, R)

3.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mals) The Retreat continues.

9.00 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (Mls) Andy Lee is joined by a panel of comedians and 100 Aussies to explore the fun behind the facts.

10.00 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

10.30 Botched. (MA15+amn, R)

11.20 La Brea. (Mv, R)

12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.00 It’s All Greek To Me. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 Australian Survivor. With numbers dwindling, it is anyone’s game to take out the title of Sole Survivor and claim the $500,000 prize.

9.00 NCIS. (Mav) An old pal of Torres’ comes to him, disheveled and bloodied, for guidance before disappearing.

11.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mav, R) A US Marine captain is murdered. 12.00 The Project. (R)

1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

CBS Mornings.

Frayed. (MA15+ls, R) 12.40 Parliament

Question Time. 1.45 Finding Alice. (Ml, R)

2.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Antiques

Roadshow. (R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30

7.30. (R)

4. Saint-Amand-Montrond to La Loge des Gardes. 164.7 km. From France. 2.55 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R) 3.55 Mastermind

Australia. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour

Scandinavia Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World

English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines

The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 Best Of Russell Gilbert: Part 1. (PG) A look at comedian Russell Gilbert.

8.45 The Front Bar: All Sports Edition. (M) Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a look at the world of sport and catch up with the stars of yesteryear.

9.45 Kitchen Nightmares Australia. (MA15+l, R) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge.

10.55 The Latest: Seven News.

11.25 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. (PGa, R)

12.25 Filthy Rich. (Mav, R)

1.25 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Married At First Sight. It’s time for the dinner party.

9.00 Under Investigation: An Excellent Murder. (Mdv) Presented by Liz Hayes.

10.00 Nine News Late.

10.30 See No Evil. (Mv)

11.20 Ordinary Joe. (Ma)

12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 Our State On A Plate. (PG, R) 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.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith.

8.40 Law & Order: SVU. (Masv) Benson tries to make Noah’s Christmas wish come true when a case falls in her lap.

9.40 Fire Country. (Mv) An internal investigation is launched after a life was lost following a difficult rescue that went awry.

10.40 Bull. (Ma, R) A midwife is accused of practicing without a license.

12.30 The Project. (R)

1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

Bike jump not needed at ‘safe’ reserve

A big “town hall” style Mornington Peninsula Shire Council consultation meeting over the proposed bike jump park in Somers took place at R W Stone Reserve on Monday 20 February.

It was a show, by the majority of attendees, of opposition to the use of the dog leash-off and walking paths area to be reduced to accommodate a mountain bike jump park.

So many of the attendees were in the seniors category and expressed the view that the area was a safe, flat, accessible and visually attractive to exercise by walking and socialising with other park users. Its changed use would detrimentally impact their ability to safely use the park for recreation.

No explanation was given by Cr David Gill and his attending council officers as to why Somers, originally listed at seventh in priority for receiving such a facility, suddenly jumped to number two, after Mount Martha. When asked if any of the other coastal villages were getting this facility there was no answer offered.

A project researched and developed at considerable cost to ratepayers, for one area of the park suddenly gets squashed into another use area with flawed community consultation. This could suggest influence by pressure groups rather than a considered and well consulted decision based on the wishes of the majority of ratepayers in Somers.

The R W Stone Reserve, as all parks and recreation sites under council management, are to provide sports and recreation facilities. At present the reserve is strong on its facilitating of sports venues and sports activity but will be weak on providing leisure and recreational spaces if this project goes ahead.

Michelle Gregory, Somers

Banish councils

As all of our coastline is Crown land surely, with three tiers of government, aren’t we over governed (“Public safety should come first” Letters 21/2/23)? Why can’t we get rid of councils throughout Australia: they are doing less and less for us, and taking more and more from us.

Wendy Doyle, Mornington

Hydrogen ‘madness’

The failure of a solenoid valve creating a small hydrogen fire on a liquid hydrogen tanker ship is a pertinent reminder of the hazards of hydrogen (“Equipment blamed for fire on hydrogen ship”

The News 21/2/23).

When used in cars, this gas has to be compressed in the fuel tank to 5000 or 10,000 pounds per square inch (35 or 70 Mpa); such an enormous pressure being able to blow your head off. It has to be stored compressed or cryogenic, transported, transferred, and dispensed at a roadside bowser.

Already, system leakage losses are claimed to be in excess of 10 per cent. A couple of universities have projected the situation if the world goes to 100 per cent hydrogen fuel. Estimates are that about 60 million tonnes of this, the world’s lightest gas, would leak into the atmosphere every year.

Unlike carbon dioxide gas which is heavier than air, hydrogen would go straight to the stratosphere where our vital protective ozone layer is.

There is no doubt that hydrogen would have some reaction with the oxygen/ozone cycle that maintains this ozone barrier. The consequences or extent of reactions cannot be estimated or predicted, but there is the

possibility of the ozone layer being destroyed and most of humanity dying off.

I believe automotive use of hydrogen fuel would be madness and uneconomic.

Meantime, you can bet that the brown coalto-hydrogen project in the Latrobe Valley will proceed, producing enormous amounts of carbon dioxide. The producers will pay a carbon-offset fee to make it all green but will receive government concessions to offset the fees. These fees will go toward planting trees somewhere, while the world clears forests in Argentina, Amazon, everywhere.

Brian A Mitchelson, Mornington

Nitpicking over voice

I wish those writers nitpicking about the Indigenous voice to parliament in recent letters had heard the little preschooler say recently to an elder at the local Aboriginal gathering place, “I am sorry we took your land”. Truth will take our country forward, not old, closed hearts.

Maureen Donelly, Mornington

Climate corrections

There are two assertions that must be corrected (“Coalition cut emissions” Letters 21/2/23).

Firstly, is the claim that “under the Coalition Australia cut 20 per cent from its 2005 levels of emissions”. A fact check by the Australian Associated Press found that “the majority of the reduction happened when Labor was in power”.

Secondly, is the claim that Australia’s emissions are of “no consequence”. Of the 203 countries in the European Union’s emissions database for global atmospheric research only five (China, USA, India, Russia and Japan) have emissions

exceeding two per cent of the world total. The collective emissions of the other 198 countries add to approximately 40 per cent of the world total – hardly inconsequential.

As Desmund Tutu said, “Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.”

Mike McCabe, Cape Woolamai

Word play

The word “woke” has been weaponised and bastardised by the right wing (“Western benefits” Letters 15/2/23). Woke: aware of and actively attentive to important societal facts and issues especially issues of racial and social justice, alert to racial prejudice and discrimination, the term is meant to denote an attentiveness to important issues. Adjective: Originally: well-informed, up to date. Now chiefly: alert to racial or social discrimination and injustice; frequently in stay woke. Someone who is woke is very aware of social and political unfairness.

Technically, going by the Merriam-Webster dictionary’s definition, woke means “aware of and actively attentive to important facts and issues (especially issues of racial and social justice)”, but today we are more likely to see it being used as a stick with which to beat people who aspire to such values.

I am quite proud to be woke and progressive, guess that means I am a progressive woke (“Developing ‘progressives’” 22/02).

Not surprised in the least that the right wing is neither progressive nor woke and can only through subterfuge bastardise the terms to try to make them sound unsound.

Joe Lenzo, Safety Beach

Drop in and learn about your bigger, better Frankston Hospital

Construction of the Frankston Hospital redevelopment is well underway and we’re inviting the local community to learn more about this exciting project. Come and meet the team at a community information session to see the designs and find out more about what the redeveloped hospital will deliver for Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula.

Functions by the Bay –Frankston Football Club, Corner Plowman Place & Young Street, Frankston

Wednesday 1 March 2023 , 5-7pm; Saturday 4 March 2023, 10am-1pm

For more information, visit vhba.vic.gov.au/frankston-hospital-events or scan the QR code.

Arranging a date for High School deputation

Compiled by Cameron McCullough

THE absence of the Minister of Lands from the city last week made it impossible for the Hon. Alfred Downward to arrange a date for the reception of a deputation of Frankston ratepayers on the High School site question.

Mr. Downward wired the Shire Secretary to this effect on Wednesday last, but ratepayers were not satisfied that all was being done that could be done to fix a date with the Minister.

A deputation consisting of Messrs Lind, Pratt, and Ward waited on councillors on Friday night last and expressed anxiety lest the matter should be allowed to drag on indefinitely.

Councillors were sitting as an electric light committee but they gave time to hear the views of the visitors.

Mr. Lind, speaking on behalf of the Citizens Committee, clearly and definitely stated the position, and councillors gave a sympathetic hearing.

Crs. Gray and Wells informed the deputation that they had a complete understanding that if the deputation could not be arranged on the date suggested, he was to arrange for some other early day convenient to the Minister.

The Shire Secretary, however, was instructed to get in touch with Mr. Norman’s office by phone, and this he did on Saturday morning.

The reply received was to the effect that the Minister would not return to his department until Tuesday.

On Saturday last Mr. Ward had an interview with Mr. Downward, when that gentleman said he would make it his first business to arrange for a date with the Minister.

Yesterday Mr. Jones received advice to the effect that the Minister could not

be seen that day, so it is evident that the deputation will not take place this week.

***

ON Friday night last a meeting of the Electric Light Committee was held in the Shire Hall. Present:

Cr. W. Armstrong (president), Crs. Howell, McCulloch, Oates, Mason, Wells, and Gray.

The President informed the Press that the matters under discussion were not for publication at that stage as the committee’s report had to be submitted to the full Council.

A good deal of business of vital public interest was dealt with.

One item in particular was a report received from the Electricity Commissioners, offering strong criticism in the manner in which the electrification of Frankston had been carried out.

The Council consulting electrical engineer explained that many of the defects complained of had already been remedied; others were now being attended to.

It was resolved that the Commissioners be advised to that effect.

Mr. D. J. Quartermain, the local manager, employed by the Council, presented a lengthy report on matters affecting his department.

It was decided to take stringent measures to enforce payment of all arrears due for installation and supply of current.

Over £200 was stated to be outsanding in this connection.

SANITATION.

Mr. Pitman, manager of the “Fecto” Coy., had on view his automatic disinfector and cover.

This system was recently adopted

by referendum by the ratepayers of the Borough of Carrum, and suggested that Frankston should take similar steps to improve the sanitation of the town.

A number of the “Fecto” machines have already been installed in this Shire and users speak very highly of the contrivance.

The representative of a rival system was present at Friday night’s meeting and obtained permission to place the merits of his machine before the meeting.

Prior to the recent referendum the Carrum Borough held a special meeting to investigate the claims of this machine, which is called the “Omega,” but they were not impressed with it.

Cr. Howell, at last Friday night’s meeting considered that the duty of the committee appointed by the council was to consider a comprehensive scheme for the improved sanitation of the district.

This, he said, could not be effected by the adoption of automatic disinfectors.

Cr. Gray remarked that the Shire Engineer had promised to submit figures relating to the cost of a septic tank for Seaford.

Cr. Mason said Mr. Sambell had been engaged for a considerable time past in preparing a sewerage scheme.

Cr. Armstrong: It will be years before sewerage is adopted.

Cr. Mason: The man in the street says it can be done.

Cr. Wells: Not for the next five years, at least.

Cr. Gray said that a sewerage system would come eventually, but if in the meantime something could he done to minimise the existing trouble it would

be wise to consider the best means offering.

It was eventually decided to allow the question to stand over for one month and in the meantime further particulars be obtained in connection with a sewerage system.

***

THE proposal to secure a license for a residential hotel in Chelsea is not to be allowed a bye.

The opposition is moving and a meeting was held in St. Chad’s Parish Hall on Friday, 23rd February. There was a very representative attendance.

A strong committee was formed, to be known as the Borough of Carrum Anti-License Committee. The chairman is the Rev. E. J. Durance; vice chairmen, Rev. H. Norwood, and Cr. H. Boyd; hon. secretary, Mr. A. Spooner; treasurer, Mr. Booth.

Active steps are being taken to defeat the proposal.

***

HASTINGS PROTEST - Council Regulation Too Severe.

At today’s meeting of the Shire of Frankston and Hastings Council a petition containing 161 signatures and representatives of ratepayers in the East Riding was received in support of the following resolution passed at a public meeting held in the Hastings Hall on February 8, re the wandering cattle question:

“That the Shire Council be requested; in view of the fact that the majority of ratepayers express their disapproval of the action taken, to reconsider their decision.”

There were 12 signatures in favor of the Council’s new regulation prohibiting wandering stock.

WHAT’S NEW...

The Shire Secretary pointed out that there were 243 names on the East Riding ratepayers’ roll.

The number of distinct ratepayers in the Riding was 450. ***

WE are sorry to learn that Mr. J. L. Pratt is on the sick list.

His medical adviser has ordered him a change and complete rest. ***

MRS. Lind and Miss Alice Lind who have been holidaying in Tasmania, returned to Frankston last Wednesday.

***

ON Saturday last a wedding of interest took place at the Methodist Church, Frankston, when Mr. James Millard, an old resident, was married to Mrs. Emma Clarke, of Langwarrin, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Murray.

The Rev. C. Angwin officiated. After the ceremony a breakfast was given, and the toasts were given by Capt. Sherlock, Mr. Renouf and Mr. Presser. Response was made by Mr. Millard. ***

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

The attention of “The Standard” management has been drawn to a statement appearing in a contemporary paper which seems to infer that “The Standard” authorised the destruction of printed matter which bore the imprint of another printer.

“The Standard” has had nothing to do with anything of such a contemptible character, and the statement is given an emphatic refutation.

***

From the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 28 Feb & 2 Mar 1923

The Red Hill Show is nearly here

WITH excitement at fever pitch for the Red Hill Show scheduled for Saturday March 11th, 2023 we are thrilled to provide you with an overview of what is on offer!

A major focus will be on our Horticultural connections and we have made sure the Pioneers Pavilion is a ‘must see’ this year. The Pavilion has a major makeover each year, and the area is transformed into a magical space to showcase the best of the best in fruit, vegetable and gorgeous florals. This year we have a new development with ‘Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill’ generously sponsoring a Best Exhibit Prize. The prize, valued at $1000 and includes an overnight stay, dinner and a delicious breakfast. We are thrilled to have their support. Visit the Horticultural Hangout Stage sponsored by 3MP and listen to experts in all things gardening.

As a new initiative, Red Hill Show Members are being asked to nominate their choice for the best exhibit and decide who wins that wonderful prize, and we wish everyone all the very best!!!!

In addition to that exciting opportunity, cash prizes and rosettes are on offer for the now famous Apple Pie Competition, the first ever Zucchini cake cook off and the Best Preserves in the Cooking Pavilion. Not only does the Cooking Pavilion smell delicious, the cakes and produce are mouth wateringly good to look at. Well worth a wander!

Our Art and Photography area has creativity leaping out from every entrant and we are again thrilled with the calibre of the entries we are receiving. Judging will have a tough time to deciding on prizes again this year and we thank Enchanted Adventure and Bendigo Bank Balnarring for their generous donation to the Junior

Competitions. Entries close on 6/03/2023. The Mornington Produce Paddock will be in full swing at 8.30am so when you arrive you can grab a coffee, perhaps a snack and know that you are seeing some of the best local produce being showcased and available to purchase. Please check the schedule so you do not miss some of the unique events such as the Dog Agility Competition, the Best Dressed Dog and the Dog most like its Owner comp! The Gum Boot Throw is on again (we love this Bata sponsored event!) and the novelty pony ring will be a major drawcard.

The Craft Section is another area that requires a visit! The Red Hill Op Shop is proudly sponsoring a recycling competition in craft, and the items being saved from landfill and being recycled, are truly inspiring!

Don’t forget to pre purchase your tickets for Showday! Highlights include the Woodchop incl. a Victorian Championship, cooking demonstration with Simone Watts of Barragunda plus presentation’s on the MP Paddock stage hosted by Richard Cornish, giant pumpkin weigh in plus much more!

Oh my goodness, the list seems endless…… make sure you can come and enjoy a day at the Show – you won’t be sorry!

Red Hill Show and Horticultural Society

PUZZLE ZONE

29. Ponged

12. Haul with effort

15. Ashamed

16. Forsake

17. Broke out suddenly

19. Outcome

20. Lay cosily

22. Modify

23. Gangway

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Now that the inevitable alien invasion is upon us…

By Stuart McCullough

TOUGH. If you were hoping that 2023 would be, by some miraculous dent of good fortune, less crazy than 2022, you are fresh out of luck. After the collective iceberg lettuce frenzy and communal freak-out that defined last year, we now find ourselves besieged with balloons. They are, it seems, everywhere and are readying themselves to attack. I, for one, am determined not to be taken prisoner by alien spacecraft. Again. For that reason, I am digging a bunker in the backyard which, given that it’s mostly concrete, is quite difficult.

I’ll admit I’m rattled. This whole balloon thing has both come out of nowhere and come out of the sky completely without warning. It’s undermining my sense of confidence. Of the phrases I never expected to hear in my life, ‘spy balloon’ is right up there with ‘nuclear-fueled spatula’ and ‘guerilla buttons’. Once, I only had warm feelings for balloons. Now I’m convinced they’re not to be trusted.

Worse still, I’m becoming suspicious of not only balloons but party accessories more generally. The thought of party blower sends a shiver down my spine, to say nothing of the wretched, raucous noise that it makes. Conical hats are no longer just a bit of fun but thought-controlling mind clamps. The less said about streamers the better. It begs the question: how exactly did we get here?

A couple of weeks ago, a balloon appeared over North America. It was no ordinary balloon. Hovering high above the earth, it was claimed that it’d been sent by another country to

spy. This alters my understanding of spying entirely. James Bond would be a very different proposition if, instead of running around and blowing things up, he was filled with helium and just floated around all day. Chances are he’d also sound different. No one

would take him seriously if he said his name was ‘Bond, James Bond’ in a voice that sounded like a cross between a jockey and a chipmunk.

The spy balloon wafted around for a while, presumably collecting data, stealing people’s dreams and hiding

their car keys. Even the fact that an iceberg lettuce only costs two dollars a head was not enough to prevent people from descending into a full-blown panic. The balloon had to be stopped. Preferably with an awe-inspiring display of force.

As soon as it was safe to do so, the balloon was blown out of the sky. Presumably lasers and Luke Skywalker were involved. Then, within days, there were balloons popping up all over the place. Alaska, the Canadian border and in the drawing room with a butcher’s knife; it suddenly seemed as though North America was being invaded by balloons. Much like that scene at the end of Ghostbusters where the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man attacks New York, it now appeared that balloons had come to wreak vengeance on an unsuspecting world. They didn’t remain airbourne for long. These balloons, too, were soon dispatched to balloon heaven by cutting edge military technology. As someone who often has his balloon burst, I can’t help but wonder if there was a more cost efficient way to bring these things back to earth. I find a nasty remark often does the trick. I’d like to think that rather than a conventional weapon, the armed forces used something more appropriate to the threat they were facing. Like a giant safety pin.

Now that balloons are no longer objects of harmless whimsy but threats against humanity, things will have to change. Children’s birthday parties will only occur under military escort, lest a balloon should attempt to escape. Heaven help the child who ac-

cidentally looses control of a heliumfilled balloon only to watch it float off into space. Whereas the loss of the balloon was once considered punishment enough, these kids now run the risk of being declared enemies of the state.

After a week of balloon-mania things got even worse. A White House spokesperson stated that there was “no indication of alien or extraterrestrial activity” which is exactly what you’d say if you’d just taken E.T. into custody. Rather than ruling out aliens, they made it sound as if they were waiting for the results to come back from the lab. Turns out we were way off with all that ‘flying saucer’ malarkey. ALF is coming back in something built for comfort rather than speed.

Things may well escalate. Now that the cat is well and truly out of the balloon about the whole alien thing, I feel they might try and provoke us. Surely the day can’t be too far off when giant balloon animals slowly float into view, casting a large and malevolent shadow over the city. These mega-balloon animals won’t be cute horses or dogs, but aggressive, feral creatures such as weasels and marmots, with huge, gigantic teeth that threaten us all.

Granted, you probably think I’m letting my imagination get the better of me. It’s probably true. One thing’s for sure - I’ll never look at Mr. Gasbo the same way again. Before long, they’ll probably reveal that these balloons are escaped thought bubbles from the mind of Elon Musk. So be it. But until that happens, leave me to my panic and, whatever you do, don’t burst my balloon. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

THE MEANING OF EXISTENCE... AND OTHER SHORT STORIES

The Mornington Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo

LOVE the Outdoors? Then The Mornington Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo is the place for you!

We have HUNDREDS of brands lined up, coming locally and from interstate.

This expo will see the return of some HUGE brand names, and for a first time ever, the Mornington Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo is staying OPEN on Monday!

Who Is At The Expo?

BIG names are returning! Come and check out the latest Caravans, Camper-vans, Campertrailers, Hybrid campers, 4X4’s and accessories, boating, fishing and everything in between. Better yet, there’ll also be retailer demonstrations along with plenty of food vendors. This is the one stop shop for every outdoor lifestyle and 4x4 enthusiast – don’t miss out.

What Can You Do?

Whether you’re an experienced caravaner or camper looking to upgrade, or a first timer testing the waters – there’s something for everyone at the Mornington Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo. With a wide range of industry leading exhibitors and friendly staff you’ll be able to come and have a chat about all things great outdoors. Even if you are investigating your options or want to learn more about Caravans and Campers (Hybrids too) – this is the place for you.

Where Is The Expo?

The Expo will be held at the Mornington Racecourse from the 10th-13th of March. We are staying OPEN for the public holiday!

Friday 10th of March, 10am – 5pm

Saturday 11th of March, 10am – 5pm

Sunday 12th of March, 10am – 5pm

Monday 13th of March 10am – 4pm

Adults $16, Concessions $13, and Under 16s are free (must be accompanied by an adult). Cash and EFTPOS available for Entry. Tickets only available at the gate.

The Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo is running over March 10 – 13 at Mornington Racecourse.

SOUTHERN PENINSULA NEWS scoreboard

Somerville slip up, perfect partnership picks up points for Carrum

By Brodie Cowburn

PROVINCIAL

LANGWARRIN picked up a good win over Sorrento on Saturday.

On day two, Langwarrin were chasing a total of 225. Their openers made a dent in the target, but it was number four batter Chris Brittain who did the most damage.

Brittain smashed 74 runs from 125 deliveries. His innings helped guide Langwarrin to a five wicket win with three overs left to play.

At Ballam Park East, Old Peninsula defended a total of 219 against Long Island.

Old Peninsula bowler John Forrest did the hard work. He bowled throughout the whole day, his efforts keeping Long Island to a total of just 165. This weekend Old Peninsula will celebrate star player Dylan O’Malley’s 200th game.

Red Hill and Pines picked up comfortable wins on Saturday. They took out first innings victories over Baxter and Baden Powell respectively.

PENINSULA

DROMANA have held on for a narrow win over Somerville.

Dromana had an awful day with the bat on day one. They were bowled out for just 113 from 44 overs. Somerville didn’t fare much better at the crease, scoring 8/76 before stumps.

On day two Dromana wrapped up the win. Somerville was bowled out for 94.

Dale Irving bowled brilliantly for Dromana. He took 5/38 from 15 overs.

Some excellent bowling also scored Mornington a win last weekend.

Mornington were defending a small total of just 145 against Flinders on day two. Flinders struggled badly during their run chase.

Flinders lost their first five wickets for just 19 runs. They never recovered from their shocking start. They were bowled out for 90, 55 runs short of a result.

Heatherhill scored a good win over Mt Eliza on Saturday. Seaford Tigers also comprehensively defeated Moorooduc.

DISTRICT

A BRILLIANT partnership between Ryan Dyer and Billy Thomson earned Carrum an outright win over Hastings on Saturday.

Carrum secured a first innings win on day one. They declared at 5/156 in response to Hastings’ total of 96.

Hastings has more success with the bat on day two. They were bowled out for 216 - Jayden Regan top scored with 85.

Carrum’s chase got off to a shaky start. At 7/53 their hopes of an outright win looked dashed.

A 100-run stand between Dyer and

Thomson got the job done for Carrum. They hit the runs needed to score an outright win in the final over of the day.

A brilliant knock of 95 from Sam Lyons couldn’t get Main Ridge over the line against Seaford.

Main Ridge needed to score 221 to win on day two. Lyons opened and was brilliant.

A middle order collapse saw Main Ridge lose 7/50. Lyon’s wicket was among those that fell.

Main Ridge ended up bowled out for 211, just ten runs short of a win.

Carrum Downs picked up a dominant eight wicket win on Saturday.

They chased down Crib Point’s total of 173. Delacombe Park were also comfortable winners over Rosebud.

SUB DISTRICT

BALLAM Park was bowled out twice on Saturday, handing Balnarring an outright victory.

Balnarring scored a huge total of 325 on day one. Ballam Park got nowhere near that in their first innings - they were bowled out for 116 after 34 overs.

Balnarring made Ballam Park follow on, then proved their success in the first innings was no fluke.

Ballam Park was bowled out for just

72 in their second innings. Their poor showing with the bat handed Balnarring all the points on offer.

Patrick Nickeas was the pick of the bowlers in the second innings. He posted figures of 4/8 from 11 overs. Boneo put on a good show on Saturday. They chased down Pearcedale’s total of 234.

Frankston YCW successfully defended their day one total of 198 against Rye. On day two, Rye was bowled out for 123.

Mt Martha were five-wicket winners over Tyabb at Ferrero eserve on Saturday, and Tootgarook smashed Skye on Skye’s home deck.

Falling short: Rye were bowled out for just 123, allowing Frankston YCW to take the win. Picture: Craig Barrett

No match: Mount Eliza couldn't come close to Mornington's total of 271 in Grade A2. They were bowled out for just 78. Only one player reached double figures for Mount Eliza, Nicholas Starkins, with 53 runs. Pictures: Alan Dillon

Maclaren out, Broxham in

SOCCER

By Craig MacKenzie

FRASER Maclaren faces three months on the sidelines while A-League legend Leigh Broxham has joined Chelsea as a club ambassador.

Maclaren, Mornington’s first choice goalkeeper, will have surgery this week to repair knee damage following an incident in a recent friendly against Doveton.

“It was an awkward landing and I knew straight away that I’d hyperextended and I felt it pop,” Maclaren said.

“The meniscus tear is the main issue but I’ve done other things as well.

“It certainly is the worst injury I’ve had and I expect to be out for three months.

“Hopefully I have a speedy recovery and the boys are there or thereabouts when I get back and hopefully I can help them get promoted.”

Maclaren’s absence has opened the door for teenagers Ethan Farrell and Frankie Anderson.

Farrell, 19, was with Melbourne Knights U21s last season while Anderson, 16, has been involved with JBNPL programs at Langwarrin and Port Melbourne.

“Fraser is very, very important to us so we’ve got some big decisions to make,” Mornington head coach Adam Jamieson said.

“We’ve signed two young keepers and we’ll give them the opportunity.

“If they take it they take it and if not then we’re going to have to look elsewhere.”

The other injury news from Dallas Brooks Park is more positive with fears of a foot fracture for Ziggy Razuki proving unfounded.

Sam Scott (back) played 45 minutes of Saturday’s friendly, Kane Bentley (ACL) should shortly join in match simulation and Sean Kenny (quad) is expected to be fit for round one.

Jamieson isn’t just focussing on his goalkeeping situation and continues to look at possible signing targets in other positions.

“I’m speaking to two NPL players at the moment,” he said.

“One is a winger and the other one can play anywhere across a back four or back three and also in midfield.”

Meanwhile Chelsea is delighted with Broxham’s acceptance of a club ambassador role and he also will coach one of the club’s subjunior teams.

Broxham has won four A-League championships and recently made his 450th appearance for Victory.

“For the last few years my family and I have been a part of our local community club, Chelsea FC and it’s great to

officially be onboard as an ambassador,” Broxham said.

“I'm looking forward to working with Chelsea to help grow the game in the community.”

In NPL2 news for the second week running Langwarrin came from behind to claim all three points with a 2-1 away win over Northcote City on Friday night.

Northcote took a 13th-minute lead thanks to a near post header from Steve Sokol.

Langwarrin’s James Kelly injured a hamstring and had to be replaced after 39 minutes by Josh Varga.

Three minutes later Varga’s pass found Tom Youngs inside the area and after being bundled over he converted from the penalty spot.

The winner came in the 73rd minute when Tom Podaridis redirected Archie Macphee’s volley past Northcote keeper Brandon Cuminao.

Langy had to play the last few minutes with 10 men after central defender Charlie Fry was shown a second yellow card in the 88th minute.

The local club has a 10-day break before it travels to the Veneto Club to take on Bulleen next Monday.

It will be chasing a sixth straight win as it finished last season with three wins in a row and has a perfect record this season.

In State 2 news Skye United has

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signed Baxter duo Lewis Gibson and Jack Buttery.

Gibson has been with Skye throughout the pre-season whereas Buttery trained with Peninsula Strikers prior to Christmas.

Gibson, 32, is essentially a wide attacking player while Buttery, 22, usually plays in defence or midfield.

State 2 rival Frankston Pines continues to be a work in progress as senior coach Trevor Johnston oversees the club’s return to State 2 level after a fouryear absence.

Pines have signed Fijian international midfielder Anish Khem and Johnston holds the 29-year-old former Nadi and Suva star in high regard.

“I know it’s controversial but in my honest opinion when he gets fit he is the best of the Fijians that have played here,” Johnston said.

“I think he’s going to be very good.”

Another midfielder, Ahmad Jawadi, caught the eye in Saturday’s friendly and is expected to sign this week.

Jawadi is a product of JBNPL programs at Langwarrin, Dandenong City and most recently Dandenong Thunder.

In State 4 news there has been a major overhaul of Chelsea’s senior squad due to retirements and players taking a year off.

Leading striker Piers Brelsford has hung up his boots after a distinguished career at Edithvale Recreation Reserve

as has Willie Ong.

Max Timuska-Carr is taking a seasonlong break while Daniel Vella and Tom Flavelle are both heading overseas.

Chelsea drew 2-2 with Monbulk Rangers at Monbulk Regional Soccer Facility on Friday night.

“We have a lot of players unavailable but we also have a lot of quality young players and given that we were playing a State 3 side I was very pleased with the performance,” Chelsea head coach Carlo Melino said.

“It’s going to take a few games for some of the young players to get used to this level but the signs are really promising.”

State 4 rival Baxter has been touted as a title contender and enhanced its credentials with a 2-0 win over Skye United last weekend.

Daniel Taylor, Dylan Murchie and Jonathon Parra were missing from Baxter’s matchday squad but gun recruit Damien Miskulin capped an impressive first-half display scoring on debut after forcing a turnover in midfield.

Baxter’s second involved a good build-up and an excellent ball from Keegan Myatt that set-up Dallas McNeill who doubled the lead.

Skye was unlucky not to pull one back before half-time being denied by a headed clearance off the line from Dylan Fisher.

“There was some great defensive

work by us in the second half but it was a well-deserved win and I was really happy with the display,” Skye gaffer Stephen Fisher said.

In Australia Cup news five local clubs are in action this weekend with four of them playing at home while Rosebud faces a daunting away trip to Aurora Fields on Saturday afternoon to face Epping City.

Here are the results of some pre-season friendlies:

Mornington 1 (Brady Pollard) Whittlesea Utd 2; Peninsula Strikers 1 (Cassius Delaney) Banyule City 3; Frankston Pines 1 (Ahmad Jawadi) Elwood City 2; Baxter 2 (Damien Miskulin, Dallas McNeill) Skye Utd 0; Monbulk Rangers 2 Chelsea 2 (Nathan Boccari, Marshall Dobson); Lilydale Montrose Utd 5 Mount Martha 6 (Jaden Taberner 2, Ethan Sanderson, James Price, Mitch Hawkins, Josh McMillan); Boronia 0 Mentone 3 (Alex Mallamaci, Marcus Spivey, Frankie Varsamis); Seaford Utd 7 (Josh Vega 4, Chris Moreel 2, Uchenna Ikogwe) Melbourne Uni 0; Aspendale 2 (Matt Bruce, Dominic Paul) East Bentleigh Strikers 1.

Here are some of this week’s pre-season friendlies:

THURSDAY (2 March)

Noble Park v Mentone, Norman Luth Reserve, 6.30pm & 8:30pm.

SATURDAY (4 March)

Pakenham Utd v Chelsea, IYU Reserve, 1pm & 3pm; Mount Martha v Old Melburnians, Civic Reserve, 1pm & 3pm; Seaford Utd v Somerville Eagles, North Seaford Reserve, 1pm & 3pm; Mount Eliza v Mooroolbark Knights, Monterey Reserve, 4pm & 6pm.

SUNDAY (5 March)

Baxter v Waverley Wanderers, Baxter Park, 11am & 1pm.

NEXT WEEK’S CUP GAMES

Saturday 4 March, 2pm: Frankston Pines v Moonee Ponds Utd, Monterey Reserve Epping City v Rosebud, Aurora Fields

Saturday 4 March, 3pm: Mornington v Melton Phoenix, Dallas Brooks Park Peninsula Strikers v Williamstown, Centenary Park

Monday 6 March, 7.30pm: Skye Utd v Collingwood City, Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve

Stars in the spotlight: Fraser Maclaren (left) in action during the final of the Steve Wallace Cup and Melbourne Victory veteran Leigh Broxham. Maclaren picture: Darryl Kennedy

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