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St Andrews Beach home to new brewery OPENING late December 2017, St Andrews Beach Brewery calls a 92-acre property on the Mornington Peninsula home. In the mid-2000’s the property was a working race horse training facility housing up to 80 thoroughbred horses and featured its own 1200m grassed training track. After a significant facelift, the centre of the old horse training facility is where you’ll find a truly unique brewery. The former boxes that were once home to some incredible racing pedigree have been converted into sitting areas.

Visitors can now relax in a past Melbourne Cup winner’s box while enjoying freshly brewed characterful beers, something to eat and even better conversations.

In addition to the transformation of the horse training facility, the former 1200m racetrack is now home to a variety of 8000 apple and pear trees and the former stables is where you will find growing herds of sheep, pigs and free range chickens.

St Andrews Beach Brewery brew on-site using the finest aroma hops and heirloom variety malt to ensure each beer is full of flavour and character. Inspired by the properties unique story, the core range of beers include; US Pale Ale, Australian Lager, Golden Ale and Pilsner.

Visitors can also enjoy something to eat from a delicious snack menu and choose from a selection of locally sourced wines. The menu consists of a variety of small plates, share plates, salads, pizzas and burgers that go hand in hand with the core range of craft beers.

Enjoy a beer in the former box of Melbourne Cup winning horses from the St Andrews Beach Brewery core range of beers on tap. There are tasting paddles, and the whole place is family friendly with a kids menu available.

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One again the carnival will be running a family friendly fireworks show at 9.30pm New Years Eve. For more information on the Mordialloc Christmas Summer Carnival, visit www.smartamusements.com.au

THE Mordialloc foreshore will come alive again over the Christmas period with the Mordialloc Christmas Summer Carnival on once again.

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Ben survives freak surfing accident thanks to Rosebud Hospital’s emergency team PENINSULA local Ben Amey knows the ocean well – as a fisheries officer and avid surfer he spends majority of his time in and around the water.

He never expected to be rushed to Rosebud Hospital Emergency Department (ED) for a life-saving procedure after his Monday morning surf almost turned fatal.

“It was a big surf day at Tibir Street in Rye – a place I’ve surfed hundreds of times before and know really well,” recalls Ben. “A big wave crashed right in front of me. I duck-dived underneath it, got exploded underwater and flipped backwards a few times.”

Lucky for Ben, through his training with the Victorian Fisheries Authority, he was able to stay calm and hold his breath as the set of waves held him down. However there was nothing he could do to protect himself from the rocky reef under the break.

“I felt my back hit a rock first.

About two seconds later it felt like someone smashed me with a baseball bat underneath my ribs on my right side.”

“When I finally came up out of the water I could feel my ribs moving as I was trying to breathe. I couldn’t really breathe that well due to the fact that my ribs had gone through my lung – but I didn’t know that at the time.”

What Ben did know was that something was badly wrong. His friend helped Ben get into shore and then walk one kilometre along the beach back to the car.

“With every step I gave a yell or a scream, I was in a lot of pain,” explains Ben, who arrived at Rosebud Hospital 15 minutes later.

“They gave me some pain relief and assessed my condition. The X-Ray showed that all the air was draining out of my lung on the right side.”

Ben’s injury was serious and without emergency treatment it could have been fatal.

After diagnosing Ben with a punctured lung, the team acted fast, performing a procedure under local anaesthetic, where a chest tube was inserted to drain the lung and allow it to re-inflate.

The injury was a big blow to Ben – it meant no surfing, no diving and no flying.

“I got pretty upset when I heard that – my job is diving a lot of the time and I was meant to go overseas in two weeks.”

“The physical care I received at Rosebud Hospital ED made me feel confident and comfortable I was in very good hands. I also had to deal with the emotional side of what had happened and found the support I received from the doctors and nurses

really got me through a difficult situation.”

The Rosebud Hospital Summer Appeal is being held this summer from December through to February, to raise funds for vital new equipment for the ED. “I have lived and worked on the Mornington Peninsula for 10 years and it is vital that the local community support facilities like Rosebud ED that deals with emergencies and life threatening situations like mine on a daily basis,” says Ben. “No-one is immune from accidents and you never know when you are going to need support from the amazing staff at Rosebud Hospital ED.” “They truly are angels and a lot of the time I think their work and compassion goes unrecognised, so it’s very important that as a community we get behind our local hospital and do as much as we can to support them, as they support us in our time of need.”

Eight weeks on, Ben is almost fully recovered, back at work and hopes to be back surfing soon.

You can support Rosebud Hospital ED this summer by donating or hosting your own fundraising event. Visit www.rosebudhospitalsummerappeal. org.au for more information.

Frozen Wonderland comes to Rosebud FROZEN Wonderland Ice Skating and Tobogganing is coming to Rosebud for the first time this year so families can experience the magic that ice skating has to offer.

The rink is 30 metres by 15 metres; it is around the size of a basketball court with real ice at negative five degrees. The toboggan on the side which is an ice ramp is two and a half metres high and 30 metres long.

Frozen Wonderland owners Ken and Nicole Jensen said they believed the peninsula was a perfect place for an ice skating rink.

“It’s all laid out and the barriers are up and all in position so all we have to do now is turn on the refrigeration and make the ice,” said the couple.

“It is set up at the Rosebud Central Shopping Centre inside the old IGA section. Last school holidays we were in Bendigo and so many people said we need to go down to the Mornington Peninsula and here we are setting up in December.”

The couple are excited to bring ice skating to families who have never had the chance to experience it before.

Frozen Wonderland Ice Skating and Tobogganing is based in Bundaberg, but has travels all over the countryside from Darwin down to Sydney and everywhere in between.

“We aim the whole experience at families so it is very much beginner oriented and if you don’t want to try ice skating, then tobogganing is also so much fun,” said Ken and Nicole.

“Bring long socks, but gloves, helmets and wrist guards are optional.”

Daily sessions are at 9.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm, while evening sessions are Thursday to Saturday 7pm-8.30pm.

Frozen Wonderland Ice Skating is running from December 27 to January 28 at Rosebud Central Shopping Centre, 35 Wannaeue Place, Rosebud.

Phone 0437 929 373. www.frozenwonderland.com.au

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From Agrabah to the peninsula - Sand Sculpting Australia reveal new theme SAND Sculpting Australia returns for its eleventh year on the Frankston Waterfront with ‘Aladdin and the Arabian Tales’.

Over 3,500 tonnes of brickies loam sand has been masterfully transformed into life sized sand sculptures by the world’s best artists, who have come together to tell the tales of Aladdin, Sinbad the Sailor, and Ali Baba and the forty thieves.

The product of 20 sculptors, 30 days and over 5,000 carving hours, this exhibition continues in its tradition of delivering something bigger and better every year.

With over 130,000 people travelling from across Victoria and beyond to attend the exhibition, the annual event reportedly injects $100 million into the local economy.

Having been involved with Sand Sculpting Australia since its inception, Sandstorm Events Director Sharon Redmond says it’s the theatre of it all and sense enchantment that keep people coming back.

“Our aim is to capture the imagination and provide a unique experience that reappropriates the natural environment and encourages people to enjoy it in a new way,” said Redmond.

“This summer, you’ll be transported back in time to explore the ancient and ever-so-magical stories of the 1001 Arabian Nights, made completely from

sand.”

“You can see Aladdin fall in love with Princess Jasmine and trick the Genie of the Lamp with his three wishes.”

“Take a journey with Sinbad the Sailor on his seven magical adventures as he meets mystical monsters and fantastical creatures; then, ‘Open Sesame’, go deep with Ali Baba into the cave filled with jewels and gold.”

Integrated with the sand sculptures will be a fun range of themed activities for children; from hands on sand sculptor workshops, sand art and craft, to themed face painting and the interactive family game zone, there is plenty to explore.

Tickets for the event are now on sale, with the exhibition opening up early for an all-inclusive family Christmas festival.

Running from 16 -24 December, Santa’s Sand Land is the quintessential Australian summer-take on the holidays.

With the Christmas spectacular set to include live stage shows, roving performances, a meet and greet with Santa, arts and craft, plus more - the waterfront is the ultimate outdoor playground this Christmas.

Open to the public daily from 10am, the exhibition will carry over into the New Year with the official event picking up on 26 December 2017 and running through until 25 April 2018.

For more information and to book tickets visit www.sandsculpting.com.au.

Big regattas at Blairgowrie this summer

BLAIRGOWRIE Yacht Squadron will host some big regattas this summer. Commencing on Boxing Day a fleet of around 80 yachts will arrive to finish the Cock of the Bay Race, having started off Port Melbourne that morning. Most will stay the night in the Blairgowrie Marina for the celebrations. The next day some will head for Portsea Pier for the start of the races to Tasmania at 2.30pm. But around 60 of the bays best yachts will stay at Blairgowrie from the Wednesday to the Saturday for the Petersville Regatta, sponsored by Mornington BMW. It’s also on Wednesday the 27th we can expect to see the seven boats in the around the world Volvo Ocean Race head past Blairgowrie, to the Melbourne finish line and stop over.

They will pass by again on the afternoon of Tuesday January 2 as they head out of the Bay for the next leg to China.

Then on January 6th small boats steal the scene with the Musto Skiff World Championships. Expect about 60 of these single handed, trapezing sailors with bright coloured spinnakers, from around the world to provide an exhilarating display and some exciting sailing just off Blairgowrie.

Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron is ideally located and offers a variety of opportunities for people to discover sailing. Over summer there’s learn to sail courses in both bigger boats from the marina and small boats off the beach for adults, and small boats for juniors and youth. Tackers, the fun based national sailing program for 7-12 year olds runs in January.

The boats, safety gear and qualified instructors are all provided for all of these programs.

If you would like to just try it out Blairgowrie offers Discover Sailing Experiences, two hours on the water in a 6 metre boat, for up to four people with a qualified instructor. There are even ladies only sessions.

If you would like to see the action, know more, or discover sailing for yourself drop into the club or go to www.bys.asn.au.

If you would like to know more, or discover sailing for yourself, drop into the club or go to www.bys.asn.au.

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Welcome to Summer at Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron Marina Pens

January Marina Pen Rentals

Short Term – We have 36 marina pens from 10m to 20m available for short term rental all year round. There’s still some vacancies for the last two weeks of January. Mention this ad for 30% discount off our January rate. Visitors to the Marina are welcome to enjoy all the club’s great facilities including our deck and bistro, open on weekends and Thursday and Friday nights throughout the year, and 7 days a week in January.

Marina Pens for sale or rent

We have marina pens for long term lease from 10m to 20m, located in our newly extended 340 pen marina in the picturesque Cameron’s Bight at Blairgowrie.

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Let us introduce you to sailing through Discover Sailing Experiences. You can spend two hours with a qualified skipper on a small keelboat or we can help introduce you to boat owners who are looking for crew to join in the fun.

Adults and Kids. As a nationally accredited Discover Sailing Centre we have a range of courses for adults and youth in both dinghies of the beach and keelboats from the marina.

For kids age 7-12 we have the Tackers program throughout the school holidays. We also have a devoted ladies program.

Our Southern Waters Room, in our new club building has sensational bay views and is the perfect place for your wedding, family celebration, business meetings and conferences.

The room can be configured to suit from 20 people to groups as large as 200. And there are many catering options too.

Big Regattas

For serious sailors or those with an interest in sailing we have some big regattas this summer.

• The finish of the Cock of the Bay Race on Boxing Day – Tuesday December 26 • The Petersville Keelboat Regatta December 27-30 • The Musto Skiff World Championships January 6-14 • The Volvo Ocean Race passes right by us December 27 and January 2

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X-Golf swings into Mornington SITUATED in the heart of the Mornington peninsula, X-Golf is a state of the art addition to the magnificent golf courses within the area. For the first time a seven-day indoor golf offering for game improvement and entertainment will be available for golfers of all levels.

Five X-Golf simulators offer access to close to 100 digital courses, providing modern game play options, while professional coaching and game analysis will help players improve their game.

Sports, entertainment, group events and competitions are all part of the service and the enthusiastic team of golf lovers can’t wait to help you enjoy your visit.

Owner operator Rowan McGrath has worked in golf courses his entire career and, after seeing XGolf in the city, decided the peninsula needed one too.

“We opened three weeks ago and offer a range of things including lessons, a driving range format, or you can play actual golf courses and with over 100 on offer. We do ladies days and bucks parties, hen’s parties, birthday parties, school and kids clinic,” said Rowan.

Coach Scott Hinton is a PGA accredited professional and will be taking lessons from half an hour to an hour as well as school clinics and kid’s holiday clinics.

“The kid’s clinics are suitable for kids from age 6 onwards. These days kids are focused on technology and so this helps them to get off the iPad and still enjoy an indoor experience,” said Rowan. “It’s the best thing for young kids, they can’t lose a ball, they go at their own speed and it’s a lot of fun, rain hail or shine.”

The licensed venue also has snacks and meals with pizzas, chips and hot dogs so you can enjoy a drink and a bite to eat while playing.

“We have league nights here as well, on Mondays and Wednesdays from 7-9pm. The indoor league has a 3 team format where they play against another three players. It runs for eight weeks and we have cash prizes each night for close to the pin,” said Rowan.

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Mornington Peninsula Food+Wine Festival

MARK February 24 in the diary and savour the date, Nepean Events invites you to join us for this inaugural gastronomic event at the idyllic and historic grounds of Pt. Nepean National Park, Portsea Victoria. So, join us as we transform the lawns in too one large wine lounge for one great day of food, wine and entertainment.

Come and enjoy the sunshine and salt air with all the delights on offer Great Food, Great Wine and Great Entertainment. Local produce and producers showcasing their wares, and vigneron’s displaying their passion. With a hand selected range of the Mornington Peninsula’s finest and boutique wineries, breweries, cider and spirit makers this will give a diverse range for everyone’s taste’s.

This will be a day of impeccable experiences.

Enjoy the delights of local chef’s applying their skills with premium local produce to taste. The hardest thing on the day will be deciding what to eat first with such a wide selection. While vignerons educate your palate with the diverse range of variety on offer to drink. Enjoy cold beer from the best boutique breweries on the coast; sip a cider apple, pear, strawberry, passionfruit what’s your flavour? Wander the market stalls for all the quality produce from the artisan producers

of the area.

Immerse yourself with everything that the Mornington Peninsula is famous for Food, Wine and Entertainment in the Mornington Peninsula’s most beautiful and historic surrounds. Set on the lawns of Pt. Nepean National Park overlooking Port Phillip Bay, so bring the picnic rug and soak up the summer sun and relax with friends. While listening to some of the Peninsula’s finest and Australia’s best musicians playing as the couta boats sail past. Musicians will have the boat’s and crowd rocking along with the swell as the day floats on. Musicians on the line up so far; Nick Barker (the reptiles) Lachlan Bryan (the wildes), Kris Schroeder (the basics), Cousin Leonard, Ryan “Lucky” Luckhurst.

This is the perfect day for all food & wine enthusiasts, so book now and don’t miss out on the inaugural Mornington Peninsula Food+Wine Festival. For you chance to win tickets and stay up to date with all the latest Food+Wine news visit our facebook page or checkout @mpfoodwinefestival on Instagram. Tickets are limited so don’t delay, pack the rug and plan for the best day on the Mornington Peninsula this summer.

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Hoarding art to push graffiti aside A GROUP of artists from the southern peninsula has made their colourful mark on the royal blue hoarding surrounding a development block at 2217-23 Point Nepean Rd, Rye. Their handiwork has come about after Jennifer Ellen, manager/owner of the neighbouring Flock of Seagulls indoor market and cafe became alarmed that graffitists would take to the “blank canvas” and make the wall an eyesore while the apartments were being built – and at a time when Rye is putting on its “best face” for summer visitors.

The main theme of the work will be the artists’ interpretation of Rye as a coastal town occupying a fragile and beautiful land-andmarine environment.

Mornington Peninsula Shire Council agreed to come to the party, providing help with permits, insurance and $500. The building contractor gave their permission for the hoarding to become a work of art and a Rye hardware store donated the paint.

“It has long been known that the most effective strategy for stopping graffiti vandalism is to have the blank surfaces covered with art,” Rye Community Group Alliance chair Mechelle Cheers said. “There appears to be a code amongst graffiti vandals that they won’t tag over the art of others.”

Slow crawl to fill pool hopes Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au THE long, slow crawl to a new aquatic centre at Rosebud is now focussed on public reaction to a business case comparing costs associated with building a 25 metre or a 50 metre long pool.

Analysis of the business case presented last week to Mornington Peninsula Shire councillors shows a $700,000 a year deficit if the shire plunges into building the shorter pool $132,000 a year less than the losses of

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The larger pool will also cost an extra $8.6 million to build.

Buildings and open space team leader David Hampton says the 2017/18 budget includes just $591,000 of the estimated $1.8m-$2.4m (seven per cent of construction costs) design and development costs.

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Council’s original plans to build a pool on the foreshore at Rosebud were squashed by the state government and an alternate plan, which led to the shire paying $5.1 million for shops in Wannaeue Place, Rosebud, has also been dropped.

Mr Hampton has now thrown councillors a lifeline to again scramble out of the aquatic centre project by saying contracts for professional fees will “structured” to ensure there are no “ongoing liabilities in the event of the

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Earlier in his report to council’s 12 December public meeting Mr Hampton acknowledges strong public support for a 50 metre pool (80 per cent of respondents to a council survey), but warns of “a risk of over investment”.

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Enviro fun: Samantha Johnson, Andrew Mortimer and Ernie Archer with Eastbourne pupils Nicolas, Mia, Sarah and Violet. Picture: Yanni

Home is where the students are THE Enviro House is a welcome addition to Eastbourne Primary School. It came as a gift from Envision Employment’s Seaford site and was funded by Matchworks through the Federal Department of Employment’s Work for the Dole project.

The aim of the Enviro house is to help educate students in working with the environment to help reduce their carbon footprint, while having fun generating their own electricity, growing vegetables and recycling water.

Built from scratch and painted in a seaside style, the Enviro house is part of the school’s Inclusive Playground funded by the state government. It caters for all students with its play equipment, sensory garden and a path for bikes and scooters.

The initiative is part of the push to help make Victoria the Education State.

Call for tough booze shop laws Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au MORNINGTON Peninsula and Frankston councils want to be able to take family violence and “alcoholrelated harm” into account when considering applications for new liquor stores.

The two neighbouring municipalities have joined seven others in lobbying the Planning Minister Richard Wynne for increased planning powers to control “packaged liquor outlets”.

If their efforts are supported, liquor shops will have to provide social im-

pact statements along with their planning applications.

Under current planning laws “potential harm” caused by the proliferation of liquor outlets does not present a strong enough reason to refuse a permit.

The councils want the planning rules changed so they can force liquor outlets into shopping centres (“where they are accessible but not convenient”) and discourage them opening “in areas of highest social disadvantage”, near schools or health services which provide drug, alcohol or mental health treatment.

Members of the South-East Mel-

bourne Council Group – Mornington Peninsula, Frankston, Kingston, Casey, Cardinia, Greater Dandenong – have been joined by Maroondah and Knox in seeking the necessary changes to the Planning and Environment Act 1987.

Research by consultants hired by the municipalities has shown a strong link between liquor stores and violence.

Off-premises liquor outlets “significantly” outnumber licensed venues, leading to the belief “that packaged liquor outlet density is contributing to higher levels of alcohol consumption, particularly in the home and other private settings”, a report to Mornington

Peninsula Shire by statutory planning team leader Rosa Zouzoulas states.

Police statistics showed increasing violence in the municipalities now seeking Mr Wynne’s help.

Ms Zouzoulas said the municipalities had been given “unprecedented access to data that reveals crime hot spots”.

She said the project was the first of its type in Australia to investigate “correlations between packaged alcohol and increase in alcohol-related crime and violence”.

Four problem areas identified in the study included Frankston’s central business district and the “tourist node”

at Rosebud. Cranbourne and the area extending from Dandenong to Narre Warren were also singled out as places of “vulnerability to alcohol-related crime”.

Chair of the shire’s planning services committee Cr Simon Brooks said in a prepared news release “local government has a legitimate and important role to play in addressing alcohol-related harm”.

The mayor Cr Bryan Payne said the proposed planning changes “will have lasting positive outcomes that will minimise the impact of alcohol-related harm to our community and increase safety and wellbeing”.

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Gangs attack ex-councillor FORMER Mornington Peninsula Shire councillor Andrew Dixon is recovering after being viciously attacked – twice – by two gangs of street thugs earlier this month.

Mr Dixon, 30, who represented Briars Ward from 2012-16, was walking to his car after a night out in Flemington, 12.30am, Tuesday 5 December, when a gang of men described as being of African appearance came out of a housing commission block.

One of the gang allegedly kicked Mr Dixon savagely to the body causing him to fall down and then punched and kicked him to the head.

Two others joined in the attack until Mr Dixon was lying unconscious on the ground.

They then allegedly stole his mobile phone, wallet and car keys and ran off, leaving him dazed and bleeding in a garden bed.

But the university student’s troubles weren’t over: Regaining consciousness and staggering, Mr Dixon sought help from another group further along

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the street – and was attacked again.

Three men allegedly punched and kicked him in the face, causing serious eye damage and no sight in his left eye for several days. He was treated in hospital for what he described as a “terrifying attack”.

Anyone with information on the attack is urged to call Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.

Man, 40, charged over burglary A CAPEL Sound man has been charged with aggravated burglary after a raid on a Carrum Downs house, 9.20am, Friday 8 December.

The offender is alleged to have smashed a side window at the Shearwater Drive house and opened the front door. He is alleged to have searched the premises stealing

jewellery and other items. When the homeowner awoke and confronted him the man fled.

The Carrum Down divisional van intercepted the man’s car in Lyrebird Drive and found the booty inside.

A 40-year-old man was bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court at a later date.

Spreading the word: Acting Sergeant Matthew Nott, Cr Antonella Celi, Leading Senior Constable Mel Chance, Senior Sergeant Eddie Logender, Sergeant Mick Russell and the mayor Cr Bryan Payne with Holiday Time road safety signs.

Signs for safer summer roads THE Holiday Time road safety campaign is about to turn heads in high-pedestrian-activity areas.

The program run by Mornington Peninsula Shire in conjunction with Little Blue Dinosaur Foundation and Victoria Police uses signs, education and publicity to improve road safety for children, pedestrians and cyclists.

It featured in the Rosebud and Rye road safety campaigns last summer, with coloured banners and signs at

key tourist spots and main roads appealing to drivers and pedestrians to monitor their behaviour.

“Slow Down, Kids Around” and “Hold my Hand” signs along Point Nepean Rd, Dromana, Rosebud and Rye, will preach the road safety message.

Twenty-nine councils across four states are participating in the campaign.

“With the peninsula being a tourist destination over summer, we are

determined to push these messages to ensure every child remains safe while walking or riding about our townships,” the mayor Cr Bryan Payne said.

“We strongly encourage both locals and tourists to drive safely during the summer period.”

The shire is giving away free wristbands and bumper stickers at the Rosebud foreshore camping office during the campaign.

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‘Bag ladies’ praised for pollution fight THE campaign to rid the Mornington Peninsula of plastic bags is being made easier by the work of volunteers who make Boomerang bags.

The workers were eager participants at a presentation at La Casa Nostra deli, Rosebud, on Thursday, to celebrate the 1000th bag made since Rosebud Boomerang Bags was launched on 1 July.

Organiser Gwen Giudici said the actual number of bags was 1168 bags – the making of which had diverted 42,138kg of waste from going to landfill.

Rosebud Boomerang Bags has 150 Facebook members and 50 volunteers who sew, cut, number bags, run Instagram accounts and organise donations of equipment.

“This [the making of the bags] has brought the community together and created awareness as more people are bringing their own bags into the shop,” Ms Giudici said.

“Lots of sweat, laughs and tears got us to 1000th bag which was presented to Cr Antonella Celi. She’s been involved from day one: She joined in with sewing at the Tuesday bee, was pivotal in securing council funding of $4000 to educate our community and $5000 for establishing hubs.

“Another amazing woman is Susan Tomasello: She talks the project up, converts die-hard plastic bag users, recruits sewers, cuts – is there anything she doesn’t do?”

A silent auction for a Boomerang Bag Ottoman was won by 11-year-old Kiera Matthews, of Sorrento Primary, who recited a poem about pollution. The Ottoman was filled with fabric scraps from sewing bees and home sewing. This aims to keep the group as close to zero waste as possible.

The bBag group also announced it had won the Tidy Town gift fund award from Keep Victoria Beautiful. Rye resident Josie Jones won Litter Prevention Award. (‘Going to the source to lessen litter’, The News, 4/12/17).

As a thank-you the volunteers were presented with mugs saying “I'm a Rosebud bag lady”.

Ms Giudici said a Tuesday bee was about to start at Seawinds Community Hub on space donated by CEO Heather Barton.

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Ottoman winner: Boomerang Bags silent auction winner Kiera Matthews, 11, of Sorrento Primary, recited a poem about pollution at Thursday’s event. She is with Gwen Giudici. Picture: Supplied

Fire skills lessons for residents A COMMUNITY bushfire exercise will be held at St Andrews beach hall, Sunday 7 January. Rye Fire Brigade captain Glenn Diamond and CFA Brigade support officer Megan Angel will speak at the interactive forum which is aimed at residents of St Andrew’s Beach and surrounding areas.

“Residents in these areas need a bushfire plan to ensure their families and pets are safe this bushfire season,” Captain Diamond said.

“In the exercise the community will work through an interactive, hands-on, exercise.”

Participants will hear about fire behaviour, learn how fire “works”, as well as take part in interactive/ simulated fire activities while looking at maps of St Andrews Beach.

They will learn how a fire would affect residents, where it could come from, the importance of a bushfire plan and what it needs to contain.

The workshop would suit those with an existing bushfire plan or others needing to start from scratch.

A free lunch is provided and all the family is welcome at the exercise which starts at 10am and runs for three hours for workshop and lunch.

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Felled tree may lead to fine MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire officers are investigating the possible illegal felling of a large banksia tree opposite an apartment development in Rosebud.

Rye resident Shane Lewis reported the axing last week after seeing the felled tree while out on his regular run.

“It is about 120 metres off the track and has been cut down with a chainsaw,” he said.

The shire’s planning compliance manager Paul

Lewis – no relation to Shane Lewis – said his team was investigating whether the tree was cut down illegally. “Council is aware of the tree removal at 842 Pt Nepean Rd, Rosebud,” he said.

“We would encourage anyone who witnessed the removal of this tree to call Planning Compliance on 5950 1842.”

Mr Lewis said individuals could be fined $793 for illegally cutting down trees while companies faced fines of $1586.

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Lasting ‘impacts’ of European arrival THE impact of European settlement on Australia’s Indigenous people, from Queensland to the Mornington Peninsula, was outlined in historic and personal terms when Peter Aldenhoven delivered this year’s Human Rights Oration in Mornington.

His talk incorporated a series of stories illuminating the impacts of European “invasion” of his own people (the Nughi tribe from Quandamooka, Moreton Bay, Queensland), family experiences of racism and dislocation, and provided an historical context for the Bunurong and Aboriginal community now living on the Mornington Peninsula.

Mr Aldenhoven, president of Willum Warrain Aboriginal Association and director of indigenous education at Woodleigh School delivered the Human Rights Oration at Peninsula Community Theatre on Thursday 14 December.

The event – attended by 120 people and organised by the Mornington Peninsula Human Rights Group and supported by the Mornington Peninsula Shire – is held each year on the date most convenient to 10 December, the day in 1948 when the United Nations made the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

His oration also covered the “problematic nature” of Aboriginal identity in an assimilated world; the enduring impacts of the Stolen Generations; the Northern Territory emergency intervention (now named Stronger Futures); the Royal Commission into Youth Detention and the federal government’s recent rejection of the

Human rights: At the 2017 Human Rights Oration are, from left, David Price (Mornington Peninsula Human Rights Group), guest speaker Peter Aldenhoven (chairperson Willum Worrain Aboriginal Centre, Hastings), Maureen McPhate and Andrew Viney (Mornington Peninsula Human Rights Group). Picture: Supplied

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Mr Aldenhoven also spoke about the importance of the Willum Warrain Aboriginal gathering place at Hastings, describing it as a place of hope, healing and cultural strengthening for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the peninsula.

He said members of the “broader non-Indigenous community” were welcome visit Willum Warrain as it was “a destination for reconciliation”.

Mr Aldenhoven ended his talk with the following quote from his Aunt Kath Walker’s (Oodgeroo Noonuccal’s) poem: To our father’s, Pain and sorrow To our children’s children, The glad tomorrow.

When opening the oration Cr Hugh Fraser said management reports to the shire used to include a statement

about compatibility with human rights which “forced management and councillors to squarely address the compatibility with human rights of all that we do as a council”.

“We had it once, but have now lost this. I do not know how this dropped off the radar – a sign that in this, as in every human rights issue, eternal vigilance is required of us all,” Cr Fraser said.

He said the UN’s Universal Declara-

tion of Human Rights “states basic rights and fundamental freedoms to which all human beings are entitled”.

“One particular right which is not often mentioned is equal access to the public service and it is something we ought to have, but do not now have, at our forefront as day to day we deal with the everyday problems and issues confronting the diverse range of people who make up our community, including children, families, people with disability, older people, migrants and refugees,” Cr Fraser said.

“These human rights spin like satellites as between nation states – binding nation states and international legal persons but are not grounded in our municipal or local law unless specifically enacted by Parliament as part of our local law so as to bind individuals.

“That is the function of the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act enacted by the Victorian Parliament in 2006 – some 58 slow careless years since the Universal Declaration in 1948. The charter sets out the basic rights, freedoms and responsibilities of all Victorians and sits at the heart of the relationship between government and the people it provides services for.

“The charter requires the Victorian government, public servants, local councils, Victoria Police and other public authorities, to act compatibly with human rights, and to consider human rights when developing policies, making laws, delivering services and in making decisions.”

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DROMANA COLLEGE EXCELS ONCE AGAIN OUR BEST EVER VCE RESULTS Dromana College is extremely proud of the outstanding VCE results achieved by the 2017 Year 12 student cohort.

These results clearly position Dromana as the College of academic excellence within the local community, bearing testament to the engaging, comprehensive and sequential learning program delivered throughout Years 7 to 12.

Whilst we have great pride in our exceptional results which continue to set new benchmarks, our community can rest assured that we will continue to strive for continuous improvement in our engaging and rigorous teaching and learning program.

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Each graduating student in the Dromana College Year 12 Class of 2017 can look forward with great confidence to a successful future as a well-rounded and high achieving young adult, ready and equipped to begin their post-school journey. For the overwhelming majority of our graduates, this includes admission into the university course of their first choice.

Congratulations to our Class of 2017 on their outstanding achievements. At Dromana College we provide a steadfast guarantee to our community that we will continue to work tirelessly to continue our impressive trend of outstanding results for all students.

Congratulations to our VCE Class of 2017 who have continued our trend of annual improvement by achieving the school’s best ever VCE results and further enhancing our position as the school of academic choice on the Mornington Peninsula.

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Street stall helps hospice JILL Fox, a volunteer with Peninsula Home Hospice’s Red Hill auxiliary, at the Saturday's 9 December Christmas street stall in Balnarring Village which raised more than $4000.

The money will go towards the hospice providing palliative care for those who are terminally ill and giving them the choice to stay at home during

their final stages of living.

The hospice also helps families and carers of those who are terminally ill. PHH services are provided throughout the Mornington Peninsula, Frankston and Kingston (up to Mordialloc Creek).

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Toorak College students among Australia’s best 70% of our VCE students achieved an ATAR of 80 or above, placing them in the top 20% of Australia Congratulations to the class of 2017! This year’s outstanding results reflect the dedication, hard work and commitment of our students and teachers and the support that parents have given to their daughters.

Strong scores were achieved across a range of subjects with over 50% of our Year 12 students achieving a Study Score of 40 or above.

The high level of results across our curriculum is a true reflection of the diversity of interests and passions at Toorak College.

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Tow truck smashes into police van THE Hastings police divisional van was “totalled” after being rammed by a rampaging tow truck in Bittern, 12.30am, Wednesday 13 December.

The crew had chased the stolen Isuzu tray truck after an earlier incident in which a Crip Point man, 46, was struck in the face with a torch after complaining about the noise being made by vehicles parked outside his house.

The resident said that when he complained the tow truck was reversed up his driveway and smashed into his car, causing extensive damage.

When the police van arrived the vehicles quickly sped off, while the tow truck – with no rear number plate – headed along Stony Point Rd and then Buckley St with the police in pursuit using their lights and siren.

As police pulled up behind the truck it was promptly reversed into them before speeding off. The van was too damaged to follow.

Inquiries revealed the tow truck had been stolen from a Seaford property in November. It was recovered in Crib Point later in the week.

Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.

Diver rescued A SCUBA diver was lucky not to be washed out through The Rip in strong currents last week. The 51-year-old, of Springvale, was diving alone north of Rye pier when he got into trouble,

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3.20pm, Thursday 14 December. The alarm was raised by a friend on the beach.

“The Police Air Wing soon found the dive boat with the diver flag still flying, but no sign of the diver,” Senior Constable Paul O’Reagan said.

“We were able to contact Peninsula Aero Club and confirm fuel was available, and were able to extend the search until the diver was found. He was a long, long way from his boat.”

The chopper directed a boat to rescue the diver at 6pm. Sergeant Michelle Bradley, of Rosebud police, said he was taken to Rosebud Hospital suffering mild hypothermia.

The aero club’s Ian Johnson said that, in the two months since the helicopter refuelling depot had been

commissioned at Tyabb, two lives had been saved because the police were able to refuel and extend the range of their water searches.

Lock up sheds POLICE are appealing to home owners to lock their sheds – especially if they are going away.

“We probably have two burglaries every week where sheds are left unlocked and unsecured with lawn mowers, whipper snippers, electrical and other tools stolen,” Detective Senior Sergeant Stephen Fyffe, of Frankston CIU, said.

“Residents should be vigilant and help us – and themselves – by locking their sheds.”

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CFA declares fire bans for summer FIRE restrictions come into force on the Mornington Peninsula and in Frankston on Monday 18 December.

This means fires cannot be lit in the open air without a written permit from the CFA or Mornington Peninsula Shire’s and Frankston’s municipal fire prevention officers.

Lighting a fire in the open without a permit can bring a penalty of $22,000 and/or 12 months jail.

Barbeques and fires for cooking and warmth do not need a permit, but must be lit in properly constructed fireplaces.

I incinerators, chainsaw and lawn mowers, welding and grinding equipment and vehicles that come in contact with vegetation and machinery with internal combustion engines are permitted under certain conditions.

A total fire ban declaration means no fires can be lit for the declared district for that day unless there is a specific exemption or special permit issued. This applies irrespective of the Fire Restriction status for a given municipality. Further details at cfa.vic.gov.au/can.

The timing of the fire restrictions by the CFA is based on local conditions and takes account of fuel moisture, fuel loads, grassland curing, weather and rainfall.

“It is important to undertake mitigation work, including slashing, grading and general property clean-ups before the fire danger ratings increase,” CFA District 08 operations manager Mic Hembrow said.

“Avoid burning off when high winds are forecast – not only on the day of your burn but for the days afterwards.”

Mr Hembrow said fires which damaged someone else’s property were a crime. “Even if you have a permit to use fire over the fire danger period, make sure you read the conditions carefully. Failing to follow just one of those conditions may leave you open to prosecution,” he said.

Information about lighting fires is available at cfa.vic.gov.au/can or by calling VicEmergency 1800 226 226. All burn-offs should be registered with the VicFire Burn-off notification line on 1800 668 511.

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Council ready to take plunge with pool

Toys are us: Clementine, Cr Antonella Celli, Community Bank’s Gary Sanford, Wordworkers president John Bayliss and Flinders MP Greg Hunt. Picture: Barry Irving

Woodworkers add to Christmas joy ELVES at the Woodworkers of the Southern Peninsula have been busy throughout the year hand-making wooden toys.

On Saturday 9 December Woodworkers’ president John Bayliss supervised the handover of the toys to charities Food for All, Salvation Army and Western Port Christmas Giving Program, charities which will distribute them to families and children in need this Christmas.

At the handover were Flinders MP Greg Hunt, Cr Antonella Celi, and Bendigo Bank’s Rosebud, Dromana and Rye manager Gary Sandford.

Mr Sandford said the bank had supported the woodwork club for the past 10 years. He said he was continually being amazed at the quality and craftsmanship of the toys.

Mr Hunt said too many people were struggling on the peninsula. “By distributing quality toys through the

Salvation Army, Food for All and the Western Port Giving Program, you will help a lot of kids at Christmas and you should be happy with yourselves.”

Cr Celi thought she had “walked into a wonderland” when she saw the toys.

“I was curious as to which toy I should I touch first. Then I was warmed by the thought of all the smiling faces of the children receiving the toys at Christmas,” she said.

Continued from Page 1 Ms Dickman said she regularly swam (at the “inadequate” 25 metre Colchester Rd, Rosebud pool) alongside ratepayers from Mornington, Safety Beach, McCrae, Dromana, Rosebud, Capel Sound, Rye and Sorrento.

She said the Rosebud aquatic centre was a “self-limiting title and some councillors and council officers are therefore not seeing reality”.

“After years of council infighting and procrastination - we went through a recent election and we thought we had finally renewed our council please get on with this. Do we have to get up yet another petition to prove our need to have what every other community enjoys?

“Be brave and do the right thing for the southern peninsula now and in the future. Support a 50 metre pool.”

Cr David Gill said it was “very important that [councillors] have community comment on the business case”.

“Though I am supportive of the aquatic centre, l am concerned that misleading and exaggerated statements from other supporters will lead to suspicion about cost benefits if council does not follow due process,” Cr Gill said.

“We are assured that this will not delay the time frame as set out by council.”

The shire issued a news release reaffirming “delivery of a municipal aquatic facility at Besgrove St in Rosebud”.

“This business case is a key step in the project planning phase for the

Rosebud Aquatic Centre, presenting Council and the community with a detailed analysis of the project,” the mayor Cr Bryan Payne stated.

“We are inviting the community to consider and provide feedback on the business case and the summary of the key findings.

“The community will now have improved capacity to make an informed comment on the financial costs, investment and concepts of the project now that the business case is available.”

The shire says the business case “explores opportunities to reduce annual operating costs of the facility by inclusion of a gymnasium or other high yielding program spaces, opportunities for renewable energy and details council’s preliminary project funding options”.

“We understand this project will benefit many people in the community and to progress the delivery of the aquatic facility, council will now begin detailed design development for the 25-metre indoor and the 50-metre indoor pool options.

“Completion of the project design phase will enhance council’s capacity to attract state and federal government grants, and give more certainty to project financing and estimates of project cost.”

The business case is open for public comment until Wednesday 28 February 2018 at mornpen.vic.gov.au/ haveyoursay or by filling out a form at one of the shire offices. Email questions to: rosebudpool@mornpen.vic. gov.au

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Reward for effort: Junior firefighters James Mahy, Stephanie Bennett, Riley Ford, Dane Berting, and Max Holbery, with CFA members Sean Kerr, Eddie Matt and Trent John. Picture: Yanni

Juniors show their mettle BRADY Passy was presented with the Junior Fire Fighter of the Year Award and Stephanie Bennett the GJ Hind Encouragement Award at Rye Junior Fire Brigade’s presentation night last week. Max Holbery and Brady Passy received one-year service certificates and all new members received certificates from operations officer Sean Kerr.

Lieutenant Edward Matt, of Rye CFA, said Stephanie’s Encouragement Award aimed to encourage junior members to learn the skills of firefighting before going into senior ranks, while promoting good participation, teamwork and behaviour.

The award honours ex-Captain Graeme Hind – now president – who joined the CFA in 1980 at Pakenham. He attended many large fires,

including Ash Wednesday, in 1983, when he and his crew endured a “burn over” with their truck covered by flames. He became captain of the Rye brigade 1993-95 then was appointed deputy group officer and group officer in the peninsula group of fire brigades.

Brady’s Roy “Sonny” Waddell Junior Firefighter of the Year Award recognises the good participation and skills of junior firefighters and what they have learned through the year.

Mr Waddell is a life member and former captain of the Rye Rural Fire Brigade 1964-66.

As the original owner of Pencon (Peninsula Paving), he would often use his tray truck fitted with a large water tank to assist the Rye tanker fight fires. Mr Waddell was awarded life membership of the brigade in 1974.

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NEWS DESK Suspect bitten A POLICE dog bit a teenager during an arrest after a pursuit along Peninsula Link, 12.19am, Tuesday 12 December.

Somerville Highway Patrol had attempted to intercept a black Subaru with stolen number plates allegedly speeding through roadworks towards Springvale Rd. The teen, a boy, 18, and a girl, 17, and another youth still at large, were spotted by the police helicopter after they dumped the car in a retirement village car park and attempted to hide.

A dog from the Canine Unit cornered them in the front yard and bit the 18-year-old teenager, of Mill Park, who was recovering in Maroondah Hospital last week. He is likely to face car theft charges.

A Mill Park girl has been bailed to appear on similar charges at a children’s court at a later date. The third teen is still at large.

Balaclava gang

UP to 10 offenders wearing balaclavas robbed a unit in The Ambassador complex, Frankston, 10.40pm, Saturday 9 December.

A resident, 38, told police he answered a knock at his door and was shocked to see two men wearing balaclavas standing outside. They forced their way in before knocking him to the ground and beating him.

The man managed to break free and escape and ran along Nepean Highway to the police station.

Officers formed a cordon around the complex but the men had gone.

Neighbours said they saw six men wearing balaclavas but police believe the number may be as high as 10.

Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.

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Imam criticises ‘failure’ of Muslim leaders Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au A RELIGIOUS leader of a Muslim community based in Langwarrin has accused other leaders of having “failed their people”.

“Muslim scholars have failed their followers, hijacking a religion which literally means peace and leading masses astray for personal interests, pursuit of power and domination,” Imam Wadood Janud told a peace symposium at the Baitul Salam Mosque, Langwarrin.

Imam Janud, leader of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Victoria and Tasmania, made his accusations while delivering the keynote address at the ‘World Crisis and the Pathway to Peace’ symposium which focused on the rise of extremism and nationalism.

The Sunday 3 December symposium was the second held at the Baitul Salam Mosque. Among the 300 people at the event were 100 non-Ahmadi guests, including MPs, mayors and councillors from several municipalities, police and faith leaders.

A documentary about the peace initiatives of the leader of the international Ahmadiyya community, Mirza Masroor Ahmad was also screened.

Imam Wadood Janud spoke about the foundations of the “pathway to peace” based on the true teachings of Islam in the Quran (Koran) and the life of the prophet, Muhammad.

"According to Islam, the principle of justice is the key to establishing peace,” Imam Janud said.

He blamed the foreign policies and vested interests of “certain countries”

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for the rise of terrorist organisations such as ISIS and Boko Haram.

“The key role in the international arms trade in encouraging and sustaining such organisations is against the very foundations of justice.”

He said Mirza Masroor Ahmad in March had told an international peace symposium in Britain that peace could be attained by curbing and restricting the international arms trade.

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Imam Janud said the media lacked justice and fairness when covering acts of terrorism in Australia and internationally.

“How many of us know that every year almost 5000 Muslims gather in Sydney to condemn such extremist ideology and to present the true teachings of Islam? How many of us know that such peace symposia are organised in every major city of Australia?

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“The Quran teaches that taking someone’s life is akin to slaying all of humanity and saving a single life is as though you have saved the whole of humanity.

“As the world spirals out of control and heads down a path of no return, such divine acts of justice are required, even if it is against our enemies.”

Imam Janud said that for the past 128 years the Ahmadiyya community “has been striving to establish peace on earth”.

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1159-1165 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud, Vic, 3939 Tuesday, 19 December, 2017

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306 Jetty Road, ROSEBUD

69/131 Nepean Hwy, DROMANA

6/1967 Pt Nepean Road, TOOTGAROOK

24 Hakea Avenue, CAPEL SOUND

a brilliant alternative

delightful spacious living

Position Perfect

Beach Beauty

Enjoy the comfort of this three bedroom, two bathroom holiday home built to the highest standards.

The best in the area. Featuring large kitchen with dishwasher, 2 bedrooms and an updated bathroom.

Immaculate 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit, highlighted

by Tasmanian Oak timber floors throughout.

2 bedroom home, freshly painted and with new carpet in the bedrooms. This is a very comfortable home.

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$215,000 By appointment or as advertised John R King 0419 202 471 sldr@stockdaleleggo.com.au stockdaleleggo.com.au/dromana-rosebud

10/183 Eastbourne Road, ROSEBUD

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$285,000-$310,000 By appointment or as advertised John R King 0419 202 471 sldr@stockdaleleggo.com.au stockdaleleggo.com.au/dromana-rosebud

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1/36 Flamingo Rd, CAPEL SOUND

$420,000-$460,000 By appointment or as advertised Darrin Marr 0409 066 933 sldr@stockdaleleggo.com.au stockdaleleggo.com.au/dromana-rosebud

31 Monaco Parade, DROMANA

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$545,000 Friday & Saturday 2.00 – 2.30pm John King 0419 202 471 sldr@stockdaleleggo.com.au stockdaleleggo.com.au/dromana-rosebud

1&2/6 Gannett Avenue, CAPEL SOUND

INVEST OR NEST

easy low maintenance living

Neat, Sweet & complete

near new with great position

Fantastic townhouse generating $1,647 pcm in ren, along with a body corporate fee of $285 per quarter.

650m to the beach, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom villa unit has open plan living with a modern kitchen.

Immaculate BV home with 3 bedrooms, walk thru bathroom, open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area.

Two villas on offer, each with 3 Bedrooms, master with ensuite, open plan kitchen, dining and living areas.

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$520,000 - $550,000 By appointment or as advertised Jonathon McCoy 0403 290 019 sldr@stockdaleleggo.com.au stockdaleleggo.com.au/dromana-rosebud

1&2 / 1 Teal Street, CAPEL SOUND

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$550,000 - $600,000 By appointment or as advertised Darrin Marr 0409 066 933 sldr@stockdaleleggo.com.au stockdaleleggo.com.au/dromana-rosebud

49 Beachurst Avenue, DROMANA

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$570,000 - $625,000 EACH By appointment or as advertised Darrin Marr 0409 066 933 sldr@stockdaleleggo.com.au stockdaleleggo.com.au/dromana-rosebud

85 Ninth Avenue, ROSEBUD

2&3 / 116 Marine Drive, SAFETY BEACH

Modern Villa Unit

beachside dromana

full renovation

heaven on marine

3 bedrooms, FES to main, spacious open plan lounge & dining that opens to outdoor entertaining area.

Immaculate 3BR home on a 568m2 corner block.

Features ducted heating, double garage & carport.

Fully renovated with a 12m extension, offering 3BR’s, main with FES & WIR, and excellent open-plan area.

Now is your chance to purchase one of three brand new townhouses off the plan in Safety Beach.

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3 $595,000 - $650,000 By appointment or as advertised John King 0419 202 471 sldr@stockdaleleggo.com.au stockdaleleggo.com.au/dromana-rosebud

97 Palmerston Avenue, DROMANA

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2 $680,000 - $745,000 By appointment or as advertised Darrin Marr 0409 066 933 sldr@stockdaleleggo.com.au stockdaleleggo.com.au/dromana-rosebud

2 From $1,085,000 By appointment or as advertised Jonathon McCoy 0403 290 019 sldr@stockdaleleggo.com.au stockdaleleggo.com.au/dromana-rosebud

47 Carrigg Street, DROMANA Stylishly Renovated Family Home

Prime Development Site (STCA)

Selling with ONLINE OFFERS - Click & Bid - Tuesday 21st November 2017 starting at 7pm - register your interest via our webpage www.stockdaleleggo-dromana-rosebud.marketbuy. com.au/sign-up/p/5i/97-palmerston-avenue-dromana

Situated approx. 500m to the foreshore and positioned on 770m2 of prime Dromana land, is this fantastic opportunity to invest in your future. Currently with a 3 bedroom home plus self-contained bungalow the opportunities with this property are endless, with a little work your rental return could be as high as $500.00pw with both properties while you apply to council for plans and permits to develop the site (STCA). As we all know land of this size, beach side of Peninsula link is becoming harder and harder to find and with Dromana’s median price improving by over 15% in the last 12 months and no sign of it slowing down, now is the time to purchase before the market rises even higher.

Stylishly renovated, this immaculate 3 bedroom weatherboard home is freshly painted with a wonderful contemporary ambience complemented by landscaped gardens, stunning spotted gum decks, open plan lounge & dining room with floating floorboards, and a sunny kitchen with s/steel appliances and rustic timber bench tops.

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5986 8660

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1/38 Florence Avenue, CAPEL SOUND Positioned neatly on a block of three, this comfortable 2-bedroom home is perfect for entry-level buyers and investors. The charming interior comprises has an open floorplan with functional kitchen, BIR’s to both bedrooms, single bathroom, separate laundry, gas heating and air conditioning. A single lock up garage opens to a private courtyard with gate access.

2/38 Florence Avenue, CAPEL SOUND Positioned neatly on a block of three, this comfortable 2-bedroom home is perfect for entry-level buyers and investors. The charming interior comprises has an open floorplan with functional kitchen, BIR’s to both bedrooms, single bathroom, separate laundry, gas heating and air conditioning. A single lock up garage opens to a private courtyard with gate access.

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3/38 Florence Avenue, CAPEL SOUND

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Nestled away in a complex of three, this comfortable and spacious 3-bedroom home is perfect for entry-level buyers and investors. Comprising a spacious, open floorplan with quaint functional kitchen, all bedrooms have BIR’s and share the main bathroom. There is gas heating, air-con, quality carpets, single lock up garage and a laundry opening out to a private courtyard with gate access. Leased til August 2018.

Price: $410,000 - $450,000 View: As Advertised Contact Adam King 0422 337 337

11 Tawarri Avenue, ROSEBUD This property is perfect for first home buyers, investors or as an ideal family holiday getaway perfectly situated for endless summer fun with cafes, shops, golf courses and beaches all close by. The delightful 3 bedroom home is set on a flat 585sqm block and features a light and bright open plan kitchen meals area with separate living. Also including main bathroom, built in robes, rear yard with shed and a single carport.

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95 Palmerston Avenue, Dromana

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With an enormous rumpus room upstairs, large living downstairs and a rare enclosed alfresco kitchen and pizza oven outside, this 2-storey home presents an exciting entry point into peninsula living, or a spacious holiday accommodation with enough room to bring all your friends along. Just moments to the heart of Dromana’s cafe strip and beach, this 25 square (approx.) residence has incredible street appeal and an air of majesty.

Price: $700,000 - $750,000 View: As Advertised Contact Adam King 0422 337 337

257 Bayview Road, McCRAE

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This highly presentable and comfortable home comprises 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, open plan lounge/dining/kitchen as well as an adjoining rumpus room. Across the front of the property is a small deck providing access to both the lounge and rumpus room. A single carport set amongst well maintained gardens completes the picture. Potential 2 or 3 unit development site (STCA).

Price: $595,000 - $650,000 View: As Advertised Contact Adam King 0422 337 337

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28 Sunshine Grove, RYE

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A self-sustaining sanctuary that will have you walking on sunshine.

Families will fall in love the eco-friendly lifestyle on offer with this spacious 4BR home on 1589m2 (approx.) complete with solar panels, rain tanks and edible gardens. The home features two living areas , kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, and an entertaining deck with bar, kitchen and pizza oven.

Price: $870,000 - $950,000 View: As Advertised Contact Adam King 0422 337 337

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7/262 Jetty Road, ROSEBUD With an innovative design creating great space and light this outstanding development offers a excellent mix of single level 2 & 3 bedroom units, plus two x 3 bedroom two storey town houses to choose from. Special features include six star energy rating, gas ducted heating, split system air conditioning, laminate timber floors, kitchen with quality s/steel appliances, garage and fully landscaped gardens.

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5 Wilson Street, ROSEBUD AUCTION: Saturday 27th Janaury 2018 at 11:00am VIEW: As Advertised Land Area: 623 m2 (approx.)

Coastal Home In Excellent Condition This neat and tidy brick veneer home is set on a 623sqm approx. lot and has been recently renovated. Open plan living and dining spaces include an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, the master bedroom has a walk through robe to an ensuite bathroom, and two more bedrooms both have built-in robes. Situated within walking distance to schools and parks this property will be sure to surprise.

CONTACT: Adam King 0422 337 337

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NEW LISTING

Raine&Horne Rosebud 5986 8188

1 Swans Way, Capel Sound Corner Beauty With A Sparkling Pool 3 1 2 Make a splash with this brilliant poolside family entertainer on a sensational 1311m2 (approx.) corner allotment. The piece-de-resistance is the stunning solar-heated, salt-chlorinated in-ground pool, just 4 years old, wrapped in stylish sandstone pavers.

Snare this 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom family-friendly sanctuary and watch your friends flock to you in summer. The single-level brick veneer home features 2 living areas, builtin robes to all bedrooms, polished floorboards, a galley-style kitchen with a full suite of stainless steel appliances, including a gas cooktop. Other appointments include a 2-car garage (1 remote door), ducted gas heating and ducted evaporative air-conditioning, Foxtel, NBN, full fencing and even an outdoor cubby.

As Advertised $750,000 - $820,000 Adam King 0422 337 337

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NEW LISTING

Raine&Horne Rosebud 5986 8188

21 Mawarra Avenue, Capel Sound Sweet Start Or Serene Downsizer 3

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Cradled down a blissfully serene no-through road within footsteps to schools and public transport, this immaculately presented 3BR home couples comfortable living with excellent positioning. Close to major shopping and the beach, the single-level residence features a sunny L-shaped living and dining area with both gas heating and evaporative cooling for all-season ease, while the tidy kitchen with dishwasher is well proportion for home cooking. An affordable opportunity to enter the market or downsize without compromising on convenience, the property includes a family bathroom with two-way toilet, external awnings, carport, garage, shed, solar panels and a garden pergola laced with passionfruit vines.

As Advertised $550,000 - $600,000 Jim Lawson 0411 821 522

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NEW LISTING

Raine&Horne Rosebud 5986 8188

5/1685 Point Nepean Road, Capel Sound Supreme Seaside Living Opposite The Beach 3

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The ultimate in beachside living awaits with this contemporary 3BR (or 2 plus study) townhouse directly opposite the foreshore. It doesn’t get much closer to the emerald green waters of Port Phillip Bay than this. The townhouse is set back from the road in a boutique development of 8. This is a location where you can swim before breakfast, stroll to cafes and zip to supermarkets and the freeway in minutes by car. Ground-floor kitchen, dining, lounge and powder room plus European-style laundry. Patio doors open onto a northerly facing alfresco deck. The bedrooms share the first floor with a stylish semi-ensuite. Master bedroom with balcony, high ceilings on both levels, ultra low-maintenance lifestyle.

As Advertised $500,000 - $550,000 Adam King 0422 337 337

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NEW LISTING

Raine&Horne Rosebud 5986 8188

1 Wingara Drive, Capel Sound Close To Everything 3

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With a flat walk to the Capel Sound Beach and Rosebud Plaza is this neat and tidy brick veneer home set on a generous allotment of 623sqm approx.

The newly renovated property has open plan living and dining, with an updated kitchen which is equipped with stainless steel appliances.

The master bedroom offers a walk through robe with full en-suite and built in robes in the other two bedrooms.

View Price Agent

As Advertised $480,000 - $520,000 Adam King 0422 337 337

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For Lease

CAPEL SOUND 2 Sandpiper Court

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BRAND NEW AND BEAUTIFUL

* Private pool and sun deck * Covered entertaining area with views * Roof top terrace with built-in benches * Separate dining and lounge

* Close to everything * Ensuite to Master * Large open plan living * Large main bathroom

$470 per week AVAILABLE NOW

$430 per week AVAILABLE NOW

McCRAE 3/6 Banks Street

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MODERN MCCRAE LIVING

$460 per week AVAILABLE 22/1/18

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Raine&Horne Rosebud 5986 8188 rh.com.au/rosebud ROSEBUD 36 Warranilla Avenue

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SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME * Conveniently located * Large kitchen * Heating & cooling throughout

* Close to the beach & shops * Beautifully built new home * Heating & Cooling * Polished timber floors

For Lease

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Raine&Horne Rosebud 5986 8188

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GORGEOUS LITTLE HOME

THE ENTERTAINERS DREAM

* Light Filled home * Large backyard with an equally great sized shed * Timber floorboards * Secure off street parking

* Modern Open Plan Living * Quality Kitchen with stone benchtops * Bi Fold doors to alfresco area * Large family friendly backyard

$310 per week AVAILABLE NOW

$500 per week AVAILABLE 26/1/18

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An expert property manager who is friendly & knowledgeable, and will treat your investment like she treats her own.

Shelley Clack Property Manager

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ROSEBUD 82 Third Avenue

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CUTE COTTAGE

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* Front & rear outdoor spaces * Low maintenance * Close to beach & shops * Open plan living * Single lock up garage

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* Air-conditioning * 4 bedrooms * 2 living areas * Architect design * Close to beach

Raine&Horne Rosebud 5986 8188 rh.com.au/rosebud ROSEBUD 2/31 Cass Street

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OPPOSITE THE BEACH

PENINSULA LIFESTYLE

* Walk to Rosebud Plaza * Low Maintenance Property * Spacious Open Plan Living * Private unit

* Walking distance from beach * Near new and modern * Master bedroom with BIR & FES * Dark timber floors

D E S A LE

$285 per week AVAILABLE NOW

$485 per week AVAILABLE NOW

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Raine&Horne Rosebud 5986 8188 rh.com.au/rosebud ROSEBUD 4/1a Rosebrook Street

ROSEBUD 21 Deighton Drive

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MODERN TOWNHOUSE CLOSE TO BEACH

CAPEL SOUND 1/559 Point Nepean Road

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STUNNING RESTORED HOME

DOORSTEP TO THE WORLD

* Modern interiors * Split system heating and cooling * High ceilings * Outstanding outdoor entertaining area

* Superb location * Short walk to Rosebud Plaza * Reverse cycle aircon * Gas wall heater * Jack & Jill bathroom

D E S A LE

$350 per week AVAILABLE NOW

$460 per week AVAILABLE NOW

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The most thorough and caring assistant on the peninsula.

A young and vibrant lady who cares for your investment property and is delightful to deal with

Natalie Spencer Assistant Property Manager

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Holiday Accommodation Specialists

LAST CHANCE! Guest Enquiry is outweighing our properties.

We can book out your property!

List your property now with Getaway Mornington Peninsula for summer & all year round bookings!

To us, the extras are standard practice with our full management service. Talk to us about getting your holiday home to pay for itself.

Melodie Stewart 0447 733 608

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2 Kanimbla Court

TOOTGAROOK 7 Plain Street

Balconies and the Bay

A Builders Masterpiece

Sit back and relax while watching the ships glide by from the upper deck of this recently renovated 2 storey home.

Located within easy walking distance to the beach and the Rye shopping village, the home presents as a comfortable permanent residence or holiday home with potential for rental income.

Homes of this calibre are a rare find; add the beachside location and you have an irresistible opportunity to secure this ultimate lifestyle for your own.

Upon entry this builder’s own residence exudes style and sophistication, displaying an innate understanding of light and form.

Price:$680,000 - $710,000

Contact Agent Contact: Jay Furniss 0419 728 225

CAPEL SOUND

TOOTGAROOK 3/14-16 Morris Street

RYE

4 Bed l 2 Bath l 1 Car

4 Bed l 2 Bath l 2 Car

Contact: Brendan Adams 0419 566 944

2/11 Grenville Grove 4 Bed l 2 Bath l 1 Car

2 Bed l 1 Bath l 1 Car

The Getaway Lifestyle

You Can Have The Kit And The Caboodle!

This deluxe townhouse is situated in a most tranquil, yet ultra-convenient part of Capel Sound and only 400m approximately from the water’s edge.

This property will grant you a lifestyle where the beach and the coastal surrounds become an integral part of every day life, or a fantastic opportunity for your own getaway holiday home.

HOW GOOD IS THIS! We’re throwing in everything – including the kitchen sink!! Beautifully renovated with a whole lot of WOW and stylishly furnished, this gorgeous 2 bedroom unit is brilliantly positioned a mere 200 metres from the beach and presents an awesome opportunity for a lock and leave holiday home.

Price: $720,000 - $790,000 Contact: Rob Magnano 0425 772 073

Price: $430,000 - $460,000 Contact: Susan Clavin 0417 141 007

RYE 87 Observation Drive

ROSEBUD 8 Woonton Street

3 Bed l 2 Bath l 2 Car

3 Bed l 2 Bath l 2 Car Rosebud is on the move

Resort Living at its Best If you could have the perfect blend of resort life and peninsula living, this property is it. All the luxury of a first-class resort rolled into this impeccable home set on approx. 1348sqm and located just minutes from the outstanding Rye foreshore area. The large rear balcony provides the perfect entertaining area on those balmy summer evenings.

Here is a great opportunity for you to get in on the ground floor and obtain possible stamp duty savings. Woonton Street is positioned in the Paris end of Rosebud and is walking distance to all amenities and the beach front.

This beautifully appointed home to be constructed by award winning MK Builders contains 3 bedrooms, open plan kitchen, meals/living and double garage.

Price: $850,000 - $935,000 Contact: Rob Magnano 0425 772 073

Price: $645,000 - $725,000 Contact: Jules Alexander 0401 255 555

Meet Katie & Courtney our Award Winning Property Managers With over 18 years experience in property management, Katie & Courtney have the skills and knowledge to ensure your property is in the best hands on the Peninsula.

Contact Katie to find out more about our Summer Special for new landlords!

Katie Eldridge 0411 024 458 katie.eldridge@eview.com.au

Call the team that gets you the best result!

When you list your property with an Eview Group agent, you list with the entire multi-brand network, exposing your property to more buyers and achieving better results.

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

Mornington

POLE POSITION

321/98 Bungower Road, Mornington Within the Mornington Gardens Holiday Village, situated in the permanent residential area in a picturesque setting amongst other permanent villa style homes. Offering secure retirement living for over 55’s. A short drive from Main Street Mornington, the beach & walking distance to the Racecourse.

Main bedroom with en-suite, second bedroom/study, lounge & dining area, kitchen, laundry. Includes air conditioning, new carpet & hot water service plus a decked veranda. NO stamp duty on the purchase price, this is a great buy and definitely worth an inspection. Sorry NO INVESTORS and NO PETS. Inspection As advertised or by appointment Contact Clare Black 0409 763 261 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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THIS glorious beachside villa represents the best of low-maintenance living and boasts a coveted location that has Mills Beach and the Beleura Hill Shops within easy walking distance. Set at the front fo the block the unit is just one of four and has a bagged brick facade and a neatly manicured garden. Full of space and light, an updated kitchen features stainless-steel appliances, a gas cooktop and tiled splashbacks, with the plush lounge room opening out to the fabulous patio which is privately ensconced in a glorious leafy setting with a host of established trees, shrubs and roses. There are three excellent bedrooms; the larger master bedroom has a walk-in robe, ceiling fan and ensuite, with other bedrooms boasting built-in robes and shared access to the main bathroom with separate bath and shower. Elevating the standing of this property even further is a ducted heating system, airconditioning, security lights and a single garage with internal access. n

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ADDRESS: 1/102 Beleura Hill Road, MORNINGTON FOR SALE: $680,000 - $720,000 DESCRIPTION: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms AGENT: Kara James 0412 939 224 Harcourts, 2/1a Main Street, Mornington, 5970 8000

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

1/43 Bentons Road, Mornington The luxury is evident and location unbeatable in this brand new single-level residence in a prized beachside setting within a short walk of the beach and clifftop walking trail. Beautifully landscaped gardens create magnificent lowmaintenance surroundings; while the residence itself offers sophistication, natural light from the north and west and complete privacy. With street front prestige, the interiors open to soaring ceilings and stunning contemporary flooring. The open-plan living and dining room with gas fireplace features bi-fold doors to a deep mod wood silver gum deck for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining. With a sublime fully-equipped stone kitchen with butler’s pantry, exquisite main bedroom suite, double remote garage with internal entry and a host of high end inclusions, this stunning home is a beautiful beachside retreat close to cafes, shops and transport.

Inspection As advertised or by appointment Contact Kylie Miller 0404 041 554 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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For Sale

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Building area: 366m2*

Excellent street exposure

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Sizes ranging from 139m2*- 147m2*

Container height Roller Door

5 units remaining

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LETTERS

Letters - 300 words maximum and including full name, address and contact number - can be sent to The News, PO Box 588, Hastings 3915 or emailed to: team@mpnews.com.au

More pets being killed despite spending For more than two years I’ve been watching as the pet loving people of Mornington have been trying to convince Mornington Peninsula Shire Council to improve the outcome for unclaimed pets that end up in the pound. This group has presented petitions, held rallies, attended council meetings and written to the council with suggestions to reduce the number of healthy pets being killed.

Improving re-homing rates benefits all ratepayers as there is a financial cost as well as a moral one when these healthy animals are killed.

In 2016/17 there were two dogs and 15 cats killed every month on average with each incurring a vet’s fee. Looking at the last quarter’s statistics it appears that outcomes are becoming worse with three dogs and 20 cats being killed every month.

What puzzles me is why we invested $900,000 in a new shelter and staffing it on a Saturday morning only to have a few cats a month made available for adoption and no dogs - ever.

In the same period the council were killing 23 pets a month and sending 24 pets a month to rescue groups to do all the rehoming and vet work for free?

I expect my pet registration fee to cover the cost of re-homing pets, I do not want to burden charities with the work my council should be doing with my money. The council doesn’t expect a charity to collect refuse or fix the roads for free - so why expect them to take our unwanted pets?

I guess because they can.

With the council collecting almost $1.5 million each year in pet registration fees I think it should be doing more to stop killing healthy, re-homeable pets.

Mel Ellis, Mornington

Pain of parting

tiful, sensuous, feminine, attractive …”. It must be like living in a horror movie for you Brian.

You have awoken from your carnal beast-like slumber in the 21st century to find that it is not acceptable, nor fair, to treat women as objects for your pleasure, but also that all the attempts to proposition you have stopped.

I wonder why? One reason is that there is a cultural shift away from beauty being a shallow definition; as beauty is from within.

Heather Forbes-McKeon, McCrae

Courageous women Misogyny and homophobia - Cliff Ellen only needs to add racism to take the trifecta (“Comment and confession” Letters 5/12/17). Get a grip Cliff: lewd comments are sexual harassment and I might add that no males in my immediate vicinity have had to be corrected on inappropriate and obviously unwanted behaviour towards women, so perhaps the gentleman doth protest too much.

Women should be celebrated for having the courage to speak out about sexual harassment and employers are learning that these unwanted actions are not to be tolerated even by ‘’cissy looking bosses from the Navy”.

Mel Farnbach, Balnarring

Men, and women “Not always men” (Letters 12/12/17) written so eloquently by Tony Nicholl, has touched my heart. It is not always men, yet all the advertisements would lead one to think it was. There are more ways to hurt someone deeply, other than physically.

The advertisements need to more fairly tackle the issues surrounding family violence.

I can only hope there will be a male counterpart to Rosie Batty, to stand up for the rights of men, especially in relation to children.

Christmas: Peace on earth and goodwill to mankind. It starts in our homes.

Susan Snowdon, Seaford

No signs to attraction

How we love our dogs and, more particularly, how they do love us. In Mt Eliza dogs abound as they do in Mt Martha, Seaford and Sorrento and most other places.

A happy day with your dog is a happy day indeed; at home they stare at you in wonderment and think how extraordinarily clever and caring you are.

There are golden retrievers, Labradors , little white dogs that bark their disapproval and in Mt Eliza a very tall Irish wolf hound along with the oodles of poodles and labradoodles. spoodles, and so on.

But none are dearer than was my beautiful bouncing beardie who died on Monday. At one time she was known as the Queen of Mt Eliza, but she was not given to that affectation and just thought of herself as Kelsey, my constant companion who could round up anything, stop any fight in the dog park and dispense any fox to fox heaven (if there is one).

There comes a time dear reader when the life of our beautiful companion comes to an end and, if we take a dog on, we must also be prepared for its demise.

It is not too hard with Kelsey. Why? Because she loved me unconditionally and would not want me to endure any pain on her account. But I am.

Tony Nicholl, Mt Eliza

Times have changed Brian A Mitchelson (“Paying the Price” Letters 12/12/17) “ … women were women then: beau-

Where is the signage on the Mornington PeninsulaFreeway, Peninsula Link, Point Nepean Rd and even EastLink, that points visitors to The Eagle [gondola ride up Arthurs Seat]?

You would think Mornington Peninsula Shire Council would be trying to encourage tourists to our area but, unless you already know the way, there is nothing to show drivers where to exit.

With the influx of tourists in the next few months, there would be plenty of customers using The Eagle to see the lovely views of our the bay.

Pick up your game whoever is responsible – council, VicRoads or the peninsula tourist group and get some signage out there.

Dawn Cracknell, Capel Sound

Sights to behold A small percentage of Australians are suggesting Australia Day, 26 January, be re-named Invasion Day. With respect, they are way off the beaten track. We already claim title to Invasion Day, namely 26 December, once known in Rye as Boxing Day. This is not a complaint, rather a reality.

Indeed, there are pleasures to behold right up to Australia Day, which we sometimes call Farewell Day. To some of us a visual spectacular.

Females, beautiful as ever, in short shorts, soft dresses, even bikinis in Woolworths. All ages, including my preferred age group (30 to 69), some finding their way to my RSL drinking spot.

Previously I’d never seen thighs until I was past 60. A month to ignore the ratbags, free of politicians. Do not forget to lock your garden hoses in your sheds.

Cliff Ellen, Rye

Pool support I attended the 12 December Mornington Peninsula Shire Council meeting. Thank you to Councillor Antonella Celli for her continued passionate representation of the case for our much-needed 50 metre indoor pool at our

proposed Southern Peninsula Aquatic Centre.

Thanks also to [Crs] Simon Brooks and Frank Martin for their well expressed and logical supporting arguments.

Our mayor Brian Payne showed strong leadership and well reasoned argument too.

These four councillors have really listened to our community.

As a resident of Rye and a regular Colchester Rd pool user I was really disappointed to witness other councillors ignoring overwhelming and diverse community feedback and playing politics once again.

Don’t let up on this matter. Contact your councillors, particularly those who are trying to hold this up, and get a low budget solution. It is too important to our wider southern peninsula community and we are in real danger of getting a second rate aquatic centre. Keep reminding them that this aquatic centre is for the whole of the southern peninsula. It is not a new 25 metre pool for Rosebud. The detailed business case is posted on the council website. Make sure you look and keep fighting. We are too close to give up now.

Carol Dickman, Rye

Screens have a purpose I immediately thought the same as Robin Cooper (“Screen scream” Letters 12/12/17) when I spied the shade cloth adorning the median strip throughout [Mt Eliza] village.

It was only after deep introspection that I excused the apparent absurdity for the following reasons: There have been too many old age pensioners nicking across Mt Eliza Way many metres from controlled traffic crossings and pedestrian crossings trying to get to their banks, real estate agents, coffee shops, financial advisers, finger nail beauticians and travel agents.

Collective OAP anxieties in what their properties are currently worth by the day as the many real estate agents vie for their commissions, where can I get my next coffee fix to cope with the stress of keeping up with the Jones or, increasingly, the Wongs, and how much am I worth today? Additionally, the need to stay young to compete with the millennials, and how can I cash in and spend the kids’ inheritance before they get me booked into one of the many retirement settlements being hastily planned for Mt Eliza, and now, sadly, Mt Martha?

But Mr Cooper, the main reason for the abundance of shade cloth is to provide some healthy growing conditions for the new plantings and a more attractive village.

My advice is to keep to the crossings and, if you can’t see above the screen when driving, sit on a cushion or elevate your drivers’s seat appropriately.

I remain your friend, hopefully, and wish you a safe Christmas season Ian Morrison, member South Eastern Centre of Sustainability and Mornington Peninsula Ratepayer’ and Residents’ Association

Stop the sale Infrastructure Australia seems to be the front for the corporate takeover of the last publicly-owned asset in Australia. Its latest advice to government seems to be to flog off the state’s water infrastructure to private enterprise. This would of course only happen after “rigorous” safeguards are put in place to protect the ordinary user and the disadvantaged.

I’m sure I have heard that mantra several times before. For instance, when electricity and gas was privatised. And wasn’t that a success for us consumers of these commodities?

Not only are we paying through the nose for these utilities, but our energy security has evaporated.

Keep infrastructure in government hands and make our politicians responsible for these services.

Rupert Steiner, Balnarring

Weathering times I enjoy your “100 years ago” articles, so you may be interested in much older times from the 1803 Collins Settlement at Sorrento. Tongue in cheek, I don’t know who to blame for the early weather as there was no coal, industries, only big Aboriginal tribes on Arthurs Seat and seasonal mussels and fish on the peninsula.

From the diary of the Rev Robert Knopwood, Collins Settlement, Sorrento 9 October 1803 to 31 January 1804: Sailing into Port Phillip, strong gales, hard squalls, pm fresh breezes, clear weather. Then some light breezes, some rain, but generally fine until Mon 31, rain,

much lightning, 10 am dreadful tempest, severe lightning, which continued through November into December with references such as thunder, tempests, wind too strong to go fishing, extreme cold hard gales - a respite for Christmas Day with fine weather for a couple of days, the lightning and rain again by the 27 Dec, New Year’s Eve not bad but by the morning of Jan 1 very cold with rain which persisted until; a hot day Jan11 then hot weather until Jan 15, yes rain, thunder lightning heavy winds and two men drowned in boat when trying to come back from Swan Island.

At last hot weather, up to 120° and Thurs 19 Jan strong hot NW wind at 9am and the country all on fire about Arthurs Seat and to the NE of it. They were probably p[leased to head off to the Derwent, “Fri 27 Jan 1804, the majority on aboard the Ocean to sail to what became Hobart.

As a follow-up, in the 1939 Christmas when Dromana had become a popular holiday camping area, there was a bushfire on Arthurs Seat, the wind changed and blew the fire through Dromana, one casualty was the Women Haters’ Society Hall burned down – divine retribution.

Keith Murley, Blairgowrie

Help is at hand Some people may find the festive season difficult, particularly those experiencing isolation, loneliness or mental health issues. These experiences can all be heightened as we are bombarded with messages of family celebrations, gifts and holidays.

As well as this, thousands of young people may be facing big life changes over the coming months, such as starting a new school, awaiting exam results for higher education opportunities or beginning a job.

Losing the normal routine and structure of school, regular contact with friends or having to financially support themselves can make this time particularly challenging.

Some young people may have less parental contact leaving them vulnerable and changes in their mental health going unnoticed.

Families and friends are key in helping a young person get support. Knowing the signs and symptoms something might be wrong and then how to get help is important. For anyone supporting a young person they don’t need to be able to solve everything. However, noticing changes and signs that something isn’t right is a good first step. Being withdrawn, not wanting to be with friends, not doing the things they would normally enjoy, ongoing worry or irritability are just some of the things to look out for.

As the National Youth Mental Health Foundation, headspace provides support to young people aged 12-25 who are going through a tough time. This can include support around mental health, physical health, work and study or alcohol and other drugs.

The website headspace.org.au has resources for young people, families and friends covering different mental health issues and self-care strategies. Help can also be accessed via eheadspace. org.au providing online and telephone support 9am-1am daily, including Christmas Day. Jason Trethowan, headspace CEO

Season of belonging For many Australians, the festive season is one of joy and connection, where friendships and family are celebrated, food is shared and holiday plans are made. For others that sense of togetherness, warmth and belonging will not be felt, and an acute sense of loneliness will take hold.

Christmas Day might be lunch for one, sleeping rough or spent with the paralysing uncertainty of not knowing where family is, after being separated because of war or conflict.

At Red Cross loneliness is not something to be ashamed of. We’re there for people who have nobody else: calling and visiting, driving them to appointments, offering one-to-one support to those struggling with mental illness, or giving a warm welcome to those seeking safety from violence or persecution.

We know loneliness doesn’t discriminate. It stealthily creeps into our lives, no matter our age, gender or ethnicity, and takes hold when tragedy happens, like losing a loved one, a divorce or losing your job.

Red Cross is calling on you to make this the Season of Belonging, by taking simple steps. Be kind on social media, say hello to your neighbours, volunteer or check on someone you know is in trouble.

Wenda Donaldson, director Victoria Australian Red Cross

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Rare Mustang duo taking to Western Port skies FOR aviation enthusiasts Wednesday 6th December was special as the two Tyabb based WWII era Mustang Fighters flew in formation over Westernport for the first time.

The silver Mustang A68-199 was delivered to the RAAF in July 1951, long after the USA had finished

production of this classic fighter. It is the world’s youngest Mustang but had not been operational since 1979.

The dark mustang has been based at Tyabb for many years and is operated by well known aviatrix Judy Pay. A68-199 was to be exported to the UK in 1979 but was confiscated

by Australian Customs when it was discovered in a container that also contained a Messerschmitt Bf109 that had been disguised as a Mustang and which carried falsified export papers.

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100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...

Conscription push fails as ‘No’ vote wins Compiled by Cameron McCullough THE referendum to decide for or against conscription was held throughout the Commonwealth on the 20th December, and the latest figures to hand show that the ‘No’s’ have a majority of 152,220 *** WITH the advent of hot weather there have been several fire alarms but no damage, so far, has resulted.

On Monday evening a party of fire fighters who answered the call of the bell, were successful in subduing a fire at the back of the park which was raging uncomfortably near the homes of several people.

It was not till after three hours strenuous efforts on the part of the volunteers that the fire was put out. *** A FIRST class entertainment is advertised to take place at the home of the “Kooyong” Club boys, Frankston, on New Year’s Eve. There will be unlimited amusement and everyone is invited to be present.

A collection will be taken up which will be handed to Major Conder for the boys at Langwarrin Camp. *** CHRISTMAS services will be held at the Frankston Methodist Church on Sunday next.

Mr C. Northcott of Brunswick, will preach in the morning and Rev E. Tonkin in the evening. Special vocal and instrumental selections, appropriate to the season, will be rendered.

On Xmas morning at 11am Rev E. Tonkin will conduct worship in the church. *** ON Sunday afternoon last between fifty and sixty soldiers from Caulfield Hospital were entertained in the Hall, at afternoon tea, and on Monday a party of 300 interstate soldiers, returning from Palestine, were brought to Frankston from the boat, by the Volunteer Motor Corps, where luncheon was provided, on a very lavish scale, by the Wattle Club.

The weather was very hot, but everybody worked with a will, and the boys appreciated the efforts made on their behalf.

As the journey to Melbourne was commenced early, afternoon tea was dispensed with and the time was very happily spent with music and singing. *** PERSONS wishing for cool storage for fruit during the Xmas Holidays are notified that they can be accommodated at the Tyabb Cool Store. *** THE children attending the Frankston Church of England Sunday School gave a very successful concert on Monday evening last.

Mrs Dial, who trained the performers, (Mrs McFarlane having been compelled to give up the work on account of ill-health) has every reason to feel gratified at the results of her labours.

Mrs Bell very ably assisted in this work and much credit is due to these ladies for the time and attention devoted to the children.

Every item was well done, and the little tots especially were most entertaining. *** THE unveiling of an Honor Board, in memory of those lads who had enlisted from within a distance of three miles from the School took place at Langwarrin North School on Saturday last.

Great interest was shown in the proceedings, the building being crowded with friends and visitors.

The Board is a very handsome piece of furniture, made of colonial blackwood, with massive pillars on each side, with names neatly inscribed in double columns.

The Hon. A. Downward performed the ceremony of unveiling in a neat and impressive speech, which was listened to attentively and frequently applauded by those present.

Mr Downward briefly reviewed the cause of the war, which was not one of our seeking, but had been forced upon us by the militarism (and despotism) of Germany and Austria.

At the commencement Great Britain did not have a large army but it was well disciplined and were enabled to stop Germany in her march of depredation.

There is no doubt that if Great Britain were brought to her knees, part of the peace terms asked for by Germany would be the handing over of Australia to her, and it is to the men who have fought and to those who are still to go that we owe the safety of Australia, and their names should ever be held up in esteem

*** “THIS is the bigger crowd Hastings has ever seen,” remarked Rev W. O’Hagan. parish priest of Mornington, on Sunday afternoon in welcoming Archbishop Mannix to the district for the purpose of opening a building which is to serve the dual purpose of a primary school and parish hall.

Included in the assemblage were many people who went down to Hastings from Melbourne in chara-bancs.

The structure and furnishings cost £1130 and there was a liberal response of £150 to an appeal to reduce the existing debt of £670. *** THE drawing of the Miniature Picture Campaign art union took place in the Melbourne Town Hall on Friday morning December 12th.

The Lord Mayor, Cr Stapley, presided and there was a large body of representative citizens present.

If all the fifty prizes are not claimed within the next three months the drawings will again take place. *** CLEMENTS TONIC LTD. “Your tonic is one of the quickest nerve and brain cures known. I tried all kinds of doctors’ medicines, and got no relief as I have from your tonic.

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My case was one of the worst I ever heard of. I thought I would never get well. I can hardly believe the relief I have got from Clements Tonic.

Nearly all those symptoms I told you of have left me, and two or three more bottles will make me strong. *** AT the monthly meeting of the Lady Mayoress’s League held in Melbourne Town Hall, it was announced

by Miss B. Heuty (hon. organiser) that every sailor in the Australian Navy would receive a guinea as a Xmas gift from Victorians.

All other States were giving 15s 4d a man, but Victoria was giving £1 1s. *** IN order to supplement the funds of the League which were becoming low, Miss Henty suggested that a “shop” be established for a week early in the new year, and asked that workers take holiday opportunities of making suitable and dainty needlework goods for the “shop”.

Donations of other kinds such as jams, preserves, sauces etc would be gratefully received. *** ACCORDING to our usual custom there will be no publication of the “Standard” during Xmas week.

The next issue will be on 5th January, 1918. *** From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 22 December1917

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But eventually the moment that’s been so long delayed finally arrives and cannot be denied. Or, put another way, I surrendered.

To call it a ‘study’ would be put things too highly. Really, it’s a small room with a near-catastrophic amount of stuff crammed into every nook, cranny and shelf. It’s as if every largely useless possession I owned had been sucked in there, like a land-locked Bermuda triangle that devoured books, CDs and ephemera instead of boats. This room was nothing short of a magnet and, it seemed, everything I’d ever owned was made of metal.

The grand plan was this: move the desk from the middle of the room and press it up against a wall, thus leaving an open space in which I could do as I pleased. Even before we started, I had several ideas, most of which involved throwing of some serious rock shapes.

I almost pitied the neighbours, whose living room window would make them unwitting spectators to whatever performance I deemed appropriate to put on.

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room like a beached whale – albeit one that was assembled with an Allen key – was repositioned against the wall. We were standing in the middle of the room, an act which had a short time earlier would have been impossible, when my wife made a casual remark to the effect that I had basically replicated my father’s study. It wasn’t

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so much that I agreed with her as I experienced a moment of clarity.

My father’s study was off limits.

It too had a large desk and shelves stuffed with books. There were no CDs but a small display stand that held cassettes. The tapes included the Little River Band album, Diamantina Cocktail, which (to the best of my

recollection) he never played. Doubtless, he bought at a service station with the best of intentions. Other cassettes included various iterations of ‘Hooked on Classics’. To this day, the tapes are still there, even though I doubt there’s anything left to play them on.

It was his Fortress of Solitude. Although I don’t recall him spending a lot of time in there, the fact it existed seemed important. Kind of like a panic room, I suppose. It was here that the photo albums were kept. These were home to hundreds of pictures that were almost exclusively out of focus. Despite the poor quality of the photography, our parents were never shy in telling us that if ever there was a fire, they’d rescue the photo albums first. It was also the room that held the stamp albums. It was a hobby he tried to encourage. It’s fair to say that the passion for stamp collecting never really took hold of any of us.

There were also all manner of objects collected from the four corners of the globe. These include an ostrich egg and a mug celebrating the marriage of Prince Charles to Lady Diana. It’s interesting that the disintegration of the royal marriage didn’t result in a demotion for the souvenir crockery. By right, the Charles and Di mug should be used for Cup-ASoup by now, but it still holds pride of place. My father would insist that these items are valuable historical artifacts, the possession of which demonstrates a rapacious intellectual curiosity. I, on the other hand, would describe them as novelty items.

As children, we weren’t allowed to wander in to my father’s study.

Special permission was required. For reasons I can’t quite explain, every time I visited that room I tried to get in and out as quickly as possible. As if by doing so I reduced the chance of breaking something of great value.

Thinking about it now, that study is more a time capsule than anything else. There have been very few changes save for the laptop that now sits on the desk.

It never occurred to me that I had copied it. For whatever reason, I’ve been compelled to create a study of my own, full of books and music and items of trivia. Granted, I don’t have a Charles and Diana souvenir Cup-ASoup mug, but I do have a bookend with George W. Bush’s face on it as well as several Smurfs, which must count for something.

I took a picture and sent it to my siblings with the words: ‘Books, desk, novelty items. Have just realized that I’ve created my own version of Pete’s study’. They all agreed. One sister even texted back to say that she too had created her own version of Pete’s study. Is it genetic? Or is simply a case of the way we were brought up?

I’m sure that one of the hundreds of books that currently surround me has the answer. We all come from somewhere. And, in a strange kind of way, perhaps there’s a part of us that’s always trying to get back there.

Trying to recreate the home we grew up in. It’s something I’ll think about, next time I’m spending time in the study. stuart@stuartmccullough.com

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Year ends in draw drama PROVINCIAL

By IT Gully LANGWARRIN and Mornington have staged a wonderful end to the 2017 calendar year in MPCA Provincial cricket with an epic draw at Alexandra Park.

Chasing 264 for victory, Langwarrin needed just one run and Mornington one wicket heading into the final over of the match.

Mornington quick Luke Popov stepped up to the plate and had Sam

Prosser caught by Charlie Parker to see the game end in a draw.

The match ebbed and flowed and for the most part, it appeared that the Dogs were on top and victory seemed imminent. At one stage the Kangas were looking down the barrel at 7/153 when Simon McEvoy was trapped in front for a blob.

However, Trav Campbell (60) combined with Simon Parrott (17) and the tail to get the Kangas within a sniff.

Sam Prosser was superb for his 39

and he deserved to get his side over the line. Adam Campbell, batting at 11, was also still there unbeaten on 17 at the end, highlighting the true grit of the team.

Baxter cruised to victory over Mt Eliza.

Chasing just 111 for victory, Baxter resumed in front at 3/139 with Daniel Warwick unbeaten on 61 and Justin Bridgeman not out nine.

Bridgeman eventually finished unbeaten on 46 and Warwick on 93.

They declared at 3/207.

Looking for an outright, Baxter had 80-odd overs to try and pull it off, however, the Mounties dug deep and finished on 7/171. Dale Irving picked-up three wickets for Baxter.

Peninsula Old Boys made light work of Sorrento, winning by five wickets.

Chasing 194 for victory and resuming at 0/5, the Old Boys went on to score 5/194 in just 61.3 overs.

Dylan O’Malley was dominant at the top of the order with 92 while Wade Pelzer scored 51.

CJ King was the pick of the Sorrento bowlers with 3/30 from 12 overs.

Things ended badly for Crib Point last week and they didn’t improve any on the second day against Pearcedale.

After rolling the Dales for 160 last week, the Magpies resumed at 1/0.

They were bowled out for just 89 in 57.2 overs.

Chris Dew was superb with 6/12 from 19 overs (including 12 maidens) for the Dales.

Hillmen mowed down PENINSULA

By IT Gully MAIN Ridge thrashed Red Hill in MPCA Peninsula cricket on Saturday in a day that was marred with controversy at Red Hill.

It appeared on Saturday when the teams arrived at the ground that a Red Hill wine farmer might have got themselves lost on their ride-on mower and ended up at Red Hill Reserve.

You see, when Main Ridge batted at the ground last week for its 214, the ground was described as a “cow paddock”.

From all reports, council came and mowed the grass on Wednesday – a great result for the Hillmen.

However, in controversial circumstances, when Main Ridge turned up on Saturday to defend its first innings total, it noticed that the deck had been cut even finer.

It seems the ‘farmer’ was out on his ride-on mower on Friday afternoon, appropriately decked out in his high visual gear. Call it justice but the shorter grass didn’t help the Hillmen a bit – they were rolled for just 136.

The Red Hill karma bus was driven

by Main Ridge’s Luke Collins, who tore through the Hillmen with 6/47 from 24 overs. Matt Merifield top scored for the Hillmen with 37.

Flinders recovered from its slow start against Long Island, eventually winning by 37 runs.

Chasing Long Island’s 117 for victory, Flinders resumed on day two at 2/20 with Charlie Burgess on 14 and Brennan Gillies on two. Burgess added just four runs and Gillies five, before Neil Barfuss came to the rescue with 54.

There was also some wag in the tail, which saw the Sharks score 150 and remain in equal third place on the ladder.

Moorooduc got the job done against Pines, chasing down the 190 required for victory with three wickets in hand.

The Ducs resumed their first innings at 1/19 with Ben Williams on seven and Madushanka Perera unbeaten on 10.

Whilst Williams added just six, Perera added another 20 before John Collison came to the rescue with an unbeaten 65.

Pat Jackson was the best of the Pines bowlers with 2/61 from 27 overs.

Somerville fell just 12 runs short of Delacombe Park, scoring 218 in reply to the Parker’s 230.

Leigh Lowry almost single-handedly won the Eagles the game, scoring 115 at the top of the innings. Jayde Herrick also opened with 47.

Problem was for the Eagles that the next best score was 17 and there wasn’t another double-figure score after that.

Dean Blight picked-up 3/56 for the Parkers, including the wicket of Lowry.

High flying: Main Ridge smashed Red Hill in their weekend Peninsula league match. Picture: Andrew Hurst

Braves rise as new ladder leaders DISTRICT

Derby day: Seaford took on local rivals Seaford Tigers in the District league. Picture: Andrew Hurst

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By IT Gully BADEN Powell has jumped to the top of the MPCA District ladder after beating Rye outright on Saturday.

Whilst the victory seems like a big deal, it wasn’t really.

The Demons were already shot after losing 13 wickets on the opening day of the match and still trailed by 50 runs heading into day two.

Resuming at 3/9, the Demons were rolled for just 59 and Baden Powell finished the afternoon picking up the runs it needed to claim the outright.

Rosebud went for the reverse outright against Mt Martha on Saturday and it went within four wickets of pulling it off.

The Buds made 108 in its first innings and the Reds finished the day last week at 2/32 with Ryan Godwin unbeaten on 23. He went on to top score with 54. Brett Wilkinson finished unbeaten on 31 and Mt Martha declared two runs ahead at 5/110.

Rosebud then went to town with the

bat and faced 24 overs for its 8/122 before sending in Mt Martha for one last crack at the reverse result.

With a win already, the Reds just needed to bat out time and finished on 6/60.

Hastings remains at the bottom of the District ladder after being beaten

by Heatherhill.

The result didn’t end-up as bad as first thought for the Blues, who did recover from its overnight total of 4/59, chasing 186.

They were eventually bowled out for 165, Pat Wilson and Ryan McNamara both scoring 36 runs batting at nine and 11.

Heatherhill batted again and was 7/108 when play ended.

Seaford had the better of its old foe Seaford Tigers, winning by 45 runs.

The Tigers resumed at 1/23 chasing Seaford’s total of 195.

Tigers’ skipper Darren James top scored with 62 and Mackenzie Gardner scored 30, however, there was little support outside of that.

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Frogs leap to the top after victory SUB-DISTRICT

By IT Gully TOOTGAROOK will spend the MPCA Sub District Christmas break on top of the ladder after recording a solid victory against Carrum Downs on Saturday.

It was a tough task for the Frogs, chasing down 198 for victory on the second day of a match.

However, they did it emphatically with a wicket and a massive 25 overs to spare.

Travis French was again superb at the top of the innings for the Frogs, however, the match winner was Scott Stirling, who blasted 84 to get his side over the line. Stirling went out when his side was already four runs ahead.

Jayden Barker was the pick of the bowlers for the Cougars with 3/29 from

13 overs.

Tyabb pulled off one of the wins of the season, coming from nowhere to beat Frankston YCW. When play ended last week, the Stonecats had 153 on the board and had Tyabb reeling at 7/44.

Yabbies’ skipper Joel Whylie was unbeaten on three and Jarrod White was unbeaten on seven.

Whylie finished with 78 and Kyle Martin (11 from 51 balls) hung around long enough at 11 to see the Yabbies score 165 and steal victory. Andrew Kitson finished with and amazing 9/62 from 32.2 overs for the Stonecats.

Boneo had a fair crack at victory against Carrum but finished 50 runs short. Chasing Carrum’s 8/246, the Pandas gave themselves every chance with Jack Beale scoring 58, Mitch Smith 35, Alex Petrovic 32 and Corey Peterson

23. One of them need to go on and make a much bigger score.

Jake D’Atri was the best of Carrum’s bowlers with 4/50 from 27 overs while Rory Brown snagged 3/31.

Dromana made light work of Balnarring, winning by 70-plus runs.

Defending 234, Dromana rolled the Saints for 154. Nathan Kleinig top scored for the Saints with 68 while Jack Fowler claimed 5/44 from 16.2 overs and Zac Klan picked-up 3/27 from 16 overs for the Hoppers.

Ballam Park went within 30 runs of victory against Skye after resuming in trouble at 5/46.

Chasing 156 for victory, the Knights finished 30 runs shy, bowled out for 125.

Spin is in: Langwarrin and Mornington faced off in a Provincial match.

Picture: Andrew Hurst

Greening new gaffer of Eagles SOCCER

By Craig MacKenzie SOMERVILLE Eagles are flying high after last Friday’s announcement that goalscoring legend David Greening will be the club’s new playercoach for 2018.

Greening is the second founding member of Rosebud Heart senior club to switch to Somerville after Neil Herd moved there at the end of the 2016 season.

The switch leaves Heart firmly on the back foot without a coach, still searching for a suitable ground and now without the man who in three seasons delivered 108 goals from 57 league and cup appearances.

Greening had been mentioned as a possible Heart player-coach, Baxter offered him a player-coaching role as an assistant to Francis Beck while Skye United was keen to pair him with Daniel Attard up front.

In the end, it was State 5 South newcomer Somerville which won the battle for the services of “The Green Machine” from England’s Isle of Wight.

“This is a really exciting challenge for me – a new challenge – and we’ll just see how we go,” Greening said.

“I worked under ‘Squizzy’ (Kevin Taylor) for four years and Scott (Morrison) for two years and I learned so much from them.

“I’m looking forward to getting stuck into it and I’m in the process of putting together a pre-season schedule at the moment.

“They finished 10th last year and I’d certainly be looking to improve on that.

“We’ve got a very young squad and hopefully we can get some older heads in there to bring them along.”

Greening’s first season in Australia was in 2010 and he was joint top scorer in State 3 North-West with 22 goals but he only played 16 games for Latrobe University due to the demands of a graduate diploma in teaching.

The following year he took up a posting at Boneo Primary School and has been the physical education teacher there ever since.

He has chalked up the remarkable statistic of winning eight straight Golden Boot awards, four with Seaford United and three with Heart to go with his 2010 success.

Meanwhile, there is a rift between the senior and junior wings of Peninsula Strikers and it may be irreparable.

It centres on the development pathway of the under-16s and under-18s and it is understood that Strikers junior club and Frankston Pines have struck a deal which will see the youngsters go to Pines rather than progress into Strikers’ senior club.

“The language at the Strikers senior club is a massive issue for us,” Junior club president Steve Schreck said.

“The mouths on some of the coaches they had last season doesn’t suit where we’re

Eagles soar: Football operations manager Zach Peddersen, left, and new Somerville Eagles playercoach David Greening.

headed and what we’re trying to promote.

“We’ve had a lot of people who have been to their games and have come back disheartened and disappointed.

“Officially we are an independent junior club but we’re pushing to have an alliance with a club to give our juniors the best possible opportunity to continue into senior football in the local neighbourhood.

“We looked at Pines and (senior coach) Paul Williams and that is much more appealing to our people.”

Strikers senior club president Trevor Johnston was left gutted by the decision and the reluctance of the junior club to enter into discussion on the issue.

He was due to hold talks with the junior club at 6.30pm on Thursday 2 November but received an email at 2.49pm that afternoon informing him that the meeting would not go ahead as the juniors had decided to cut all ties with the seniors.

“My response was to ask if this was a decision of a minority or a decision of the majority because my view is that a decision like this should go out to all members not just be made by their committee,” Johnston said.

“I had a meeting with a member of their executive who wasn’t overly impressed with the email sent to me and told me that this was not the majority view of the junior club.

“I had sent them a proposal outlining the future of our club and our wish to strengthen the affiliation between us.

“I wasn’t asking them for money as our club can survive without their input, in fact, our finances have improved considerably since I’ve taken over.

“The email they sent was a really poor response and I felt it was a knee-jerk reaction.

“But if they’re not going to be part of it then we need to start our own juniors and that’s where we’re at.

“It’s pretty ordinary to have such a big junior club with no senior club attached and it’s pretty ordinary that they won’t even give us a chance.”

Pines expects to field a young team in the Metropolitan Leagues to accommodate Strikers juniors that don’t make its senior or reserves squads.

Right now though the buzz around Monterey Reserve concerns news of a major overhaul of the facility due to take place in 2019 and 2020.

“We’ve already had $600,000 approved

by SRV (Sport and Recreation Victoria) but council has to come and talk to us and find out specifically how we want to use it,” Pines president Gary Hodgson said.

“Then I find out last week that the whole place is getting ripped down and redeveloped in 2019/20 because of council building codes.

“What we need to go for now with the $600,000 is a disabled toilet and four changerooms down the back so that the changerooms are there when the rest of the building is pulled down and rebuilt.”

Mornington has appointed Danny Black to the role of assistant playing coach of the reserves and the club is hoping to reach agreement with veteran striker Wayne Gordon shortly.

The ambitious Dallas Brooks Park outfit has signed an English attacking midfielder who is due to arrive in January and looks likely to complete the senior squad for the 2018 season.

Langwarrin’s last pre-season hitout for 2017 saw it lose 3-2 to NPL giant South Melbourne at Lawton Park on Sunday.

A Nick Epifano free-kick opened the scoring for South Melbourne, Aaran Curie equalised then the home team took the lead through a superbly constructed interpassing move finished in style by Darcy Pawlik’s clever chip over Nikola Roganovic.

Milos Lujic converted from the penalty spot and the sides went in locked at 2-2 at the interval.

The winner came from South triallist Amir Osmancevic midway through the second half.

In the earlier match, Langy’s under-20s beat Skye United 1-0 thanks to a Keegan Guy goal in the second half.

Skye featured a number of triallists including Matthew Wilson (Melbourne Uni), Ivan Colo (Peninsula Strikers), Brett Neville (Traralgon City), Jordan Redburn (Langwarrin), Gerard Lawler (Langwarrin), Jack Gallagher (Baxter) and Nicholas Yott (Ringwood City).

Niko Matad and Caleb Vaughan also trialled with Skye.

Brian Murphy has joined Southern United’s senior coaching group with primary responsibility for the club’s under-19 squad.

Murphy holds an Oceania Football Confederation B licence, Football Association of Ireland Youth Coaching level 1 accreditation and other FAI coaching badges.

His playing career includes spells with Port Vale, Hayes FC, Dublin City, Kilkenny City, Kildare County, Monaghan Utd and Shamrock Rovers, DPMM FC (Brunei Premier League), Springvale White Eagles (VPL), Eastern Suburbs AFC (New Zealand) and Berwick City.

He has been an assistant coach at Fencibles United AFC and Eastern Suburbs AFC in New Zealand and has been head coach at Denham United women’s team in England.

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Southern players strike gold

By Ben Triandafillou COMING off the back of an under13s WNPL grand final victory, Southern United Football Club juniors, Alex Jones and Alessandra Davis, represented Victoria at the Pacific School Games in Adelaide from the 3-9 December.

Jones and Davis, both 12, helped the Victorian side tie for a gold medal with New South Wales at the national event.

The Victorian side won four games from the six matches with the other two games being drawn with Queensland and NSW. Jones, who plays in central defence for Southern United, trialled as a goalkeeper at the State Schools Victoria trials while Davis played in a forward role as the team’s number 10 as an attacking midfielder.

Alex’s mother and Southern United

under-13 girls’ team manager Lisa Jones said that while the girls played on separate parts of the pitch, they were both as influential as each other.

“Both girls were amazing. Alessandra set up about three or four goals for the tournament and Alex just played amazing – we’ve never seen her play like that before,” she said.

“They’ve done extremely well to keep up with the girls who are a year or two older than them.

“Their coaches at Southern, Deborah Nichols (ex-Matilda player) and Emma Bracken, have had a massive influence on their development and I’m sure the girls would want to say that ‘they wouldn’t have gotten where they are today without their help’.

“They really enjoyed the experience and they said that the ceremony on the Sunday afternoon when they got to walk around the oval with Vic-

toria was kind of like ‘an Olympics ceremony.”

In preparation for the Pacific School Games Jones and Davis had 12 training sessions and three practise matches which included a game against their own Southern United team which they won 2-1.

“They were a bit nervous to start off with when they came up against their teammates but when they were on the pitch they were fully concentrating on the game as that’s how they’ve been taught,” Ms Jones said.

Jones and Davis are now back with their Southern United side for preseason as they prepare to compete in the under-14s WNPL league next year.

Golden girls: Southern United soccer players Alex Jones and Alessandra Davis earned gold medals at the Pacific School Games. Picture: Supplied

Little athletes run big races MORNINGTON Little Athletics had three junior athletes competing at the Pacific School Games in Adelaide on 3-9 December.

The 10-year-olds — Sarai Hughef, Declyn Panner and Sebastian Farrelly — returned home with four medals from the national event.

Hughef combined with Panner and two other Victorian girls in the 10-year-old girls’ Swedish relay to earn a silver medal.

Hughef also competed in the 10-year-old girls’ combined event (combines the results from the 100-metre sprint, 800-metre run, shot put and long jump) where she finished in 11th place.

Panner, who ran the 300-metre leg of the Swedish relay, also competed

in the 800-metre and 1500-metre events.

In the 800-metre run, Panner led for the majority of the race but was overtaken just before the finish line and ended up in third place.

In the 1500-metre event, Panner finished in sixth place.

Farrelly also competed in three events which were the 1500-metre run, 800-metre run and the boys’ Swedish relay.

Farrelly was the 300-metre section runner in his relay team which finished runners-up to South Australia, the new record holders for the race.

The teams who finished in the first three all broke the Pacific School Games record for the event.

In the 800-metre event, he ran the

McLean returns a dual medallist

ROSEBUD Country Club golfer Molly McLean is more eager than ever to improve her golfing ability after returning with two bronze medals from the Pacific School Games in Adelaide.

At 11-years-old, McLean was the youngest player in the under-12 Victorian girls’ team which competed in the national event on 3-9 December.

McLean played four rounds of golf at Mount Osmond, Glenelg, Adelaide Shores and North Adelaide golf clubs to finish up with a bronze medal in the Brenda Carnavas Shield with her under-12s team as well as a bronze medal in the Craig Parry Shield which also included the boy’s competition.

Molly’s father, Craig McLean said she loved playing in the tournament and is now even more motivated to improve her skills.

“She really enjoyed the week and now she wants to get better for next year’s event,” Mr McLean said.

“They really stress at the tournament the importance of having fun and enjoying the experience of representing your state.

“Molly’s only 11 so she will have the chance to go again next year.”

Molly also competed in the State Golf Primary School Finals on Wednesday 29 November where she represented Rye Primary School.

Molly overcame the staunching heat wave at the Kooringal Golf Course to finish runners-up – just two shots behind the leader.

Ben Triandafillou

On the upswing: Molly McLean returns with two bronze medals from the Pacific School Games.

Picture: Supplied

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second-fastest qualifier and ended up finishing seventh in the final.

Running quicker than the current Victorian state record, he also finished in fourth for the 1500-metre event.

Sebastian’s mother Julie Burton said it was a fabulous experience for the little athletes who also made a lot of friends on the trip.

“They really enjoyed it. It was nerve-racking for them and probably overwhelming at times, but they looked like they were having a lot of fun,” she said.

“They trade a lot of their hats and badges with different team members to collect and remember the experience.”

Keep on running: Mornington little athletes Sarai Hughef, Declyn Panner and Sebastian Farrelly celebrate their efforts at the Pacific School Games. Picture: Supplied

SOUTHERN PENINSULA scoreboard

Junior club champ eyes off Masters

By Ben Triandafillou JUNIOR golfer Aidan McDonagh picked up the golf bug just under two years ago and now has a junior club championship to his name.

The 15-year-old, who currently holds an 11.8 handicap, said he got hooked on the sport after going for a couple of rounds of golf with his father and a few friends from school and hasn’t looked back since.

Last month McDonagh won the junior club championships at Mornington, carding rounds of 89 and 84 to win by two shots over Tom Matthew. McDonagh said he was ecstatic with the results having also finished in seventh place in the Men’s B-grade club championships.

“I didn’t really think I had a chance after my first round in the juniors but I was able to turn it around in the afternoon,” he said.

“I’m really happy with how I went.”

He has had a year to remember having won his first nett event at Long Island in January as well as winning the Peninsula Division Pennant earlier this year.

Over the last few weeks, McDonagh teamed up with a Mornington junior’s team to compete in the metropolitan level Golf Victoria Junior Pennant competition where they made it through to the semi-

finals. After putting together a string of wins, the team suffered their first loss and were defeated by Essendon on Saturday 9 December.

It wasn’t long before McDonagh was back out on the golf course as he entered into a team’s event at Long Island two days later where his team finished runners-up.

McDonagh, who trains five times per week, has a couple of upcoming tournaments but said he has his eyes set on the Victorian Junior Masters in January next year.

“I will need to drop my handicap to below 10 so I will play as much as I can and practise a few things in my game so I can hopefully make it into the tournament,” he said.

“I’ll probably work on my wedge from 50-80 metres from the hole and then probably my mentality and work on keeping a positive attitude as I go through the course.”

The Victorian Junior Masters has been a great stepping stone for future golfing stars with the likes of Adam Scott (runners-up), Marc Leishmann and Jason Day all on the honour roll.

Top shots: Runner-up Tom Matthews, left, with junior club champion Aidan McDonagh. Picture: Supplied

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THE Rye Gift and Family Fun Day is a traditional athletic event held annually on the second Saturday of January. Held under the regulations of the Victorian Athletics League, the Rye Gift has been presented by the Rye Sports and Social Club since 1975 and continues to be the premier running event on the Mornington Peninsula.

The Rye Gift is a wonderful family fun day with attractions, children’s rides and market goods, and will be held on January 13, 2018. The Rye Gift is organised by the Rye Sports and Social Club with profits from the day being shared by the seven participating Rye Sports clubs, whose members man the gates and stalls on the day. The event grows more popular each year, attracting more entries and larger crowds.This year will be the 44th running of Rye’s premier sporting event, the Rye Gift, on Saturday. The Victorian Athletic League conducts this multi-event program that draws Victoria’s top athletes to Rye each January, and is now billed as a day out for families. Cost is adults $10, and children under 16 are free.

New! French Island Naturaliste tours FRENCH Island is a unique destination. The island runs completely off the grid with no mains water or electricity, there is virtually no traffic, and famously, Kylie Minogue once owned a holiday home here. The 170-square kilometre island is two-thirds national park and now, travellers looking for a nature-based experience can travel around this rugged, unspoilt island with Naturaliste Tours – all just a stone’s throw from Cowes and Stony Point in the heart of Westernport Bay. The new small group experience is scheduled to begin operation early January and offer fully guided land-based tours. On a Naturaliste Tour, visitors to French Island will discover the history and natural beauty of this hidden destination which is located just 15 minutes by ferry from the mainland.

Naturaliste Tours and Western Port Ferries CEO Matt McDonald said the tours provide a glimpse into the beauty and rugged natural terrain of the island.

“The wildlife viewing is second to none and the history and heritage of the island is truly fascinating. After many years without a tourism

operator, we are very excited to launch Naturaliste.”

Here’s a sample of what you may see - Visit the historic remains of Blue Gums Homestead, learn about the history of the island and see this early settler farm including the refurbished chicory kiln. Beautiful vistas, sandy coastline and wildflower displays. Wildlife spotting along the way includes koalas and birds of prey, stop at The Pinnacles Lookout, with views of French Island, Western Port and across to Phillip Island.

Visit the salt marshes and spot unique birdlife and flora before returning to the ferry for a return transfer to Stony Point or Cowes.

Local tour guides will share their knowledge of the natural environment, wildlife and history of French Island during the tours. The purpose built four-wheel drive vehicle can accommodate up to 12 passengers while touring the rugged, unspoilt island in air conditioned comfort.

Tours will depart from Tankerton Jetty on French Island and includes return fast catamaran from Stony Point or Cowes.

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Wine, dine and flowers divine at The Nook HUSBAND and wife team, Mitchell and Julia Edwards decided to combine a love of flowers, cakes and wine and created their very own Florist, patisserie and wine bar in Rye. The Nook not only stocks the freshest seasonal flowers and cakes but has a fabulous cosy wine bar which operates evenings.

Situated in rye on the front beach, The Nook is in a great position with plenty of parking.

“We opened the Nook in mid-September, and sell cut flowers, bouquets, flowers for weddings and special occasions. Our cakes are made locally and we have a delicious selection of cupcakes - vanilla bean cup cake with luscious salted caramel frosting, red velvet cup cake with a berry ganache, chocolate lamington with

kalua cream, praline mousse in a cylinder with Lindt ball, berry cheesecake topped with fresh seasonal berries, and the lemon curd tart,” said Mitchell.

The Nook wine bar we have about six or eight local wines, shiraz, pinot noir, bubbles, rose, nice local products, and a couple of beers.

“The bubbles from Dromana are delicious, and we do a couple of cocktails with a weekly cocktail special,” said Mitchell. “The wine bar is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from lunch time till 11pm.”

The Nook Cakes and Flowers is at Shop 8, 2319 Point Nepean Road, Rye. Phone 5903 5143. www.thenookrye.com.au

Rosebud RSL set to rock in summer CHECK out the line up at the Rosebud RSL over summer, as they continue to offer a diverse variety of entertainment for locals and visitors alike.

Certified Gold, the Ultimate Tribute experience featuring the music of both Neil Diamond and CCR is here. Start your trip down memory lane as Steve Rainsforth has you singing along to every word from all the amazing hits of Neil Diamond. Then be prepared to be up on your feet as the classic play list of songs from Creedence Clearwater Revival is born again in

the body and soul of Melbourne five-piece band, Ramble Tamble – The Australian Creedence Show.

Welcome to the wonderful musical illusion that is BABBA! Then enjoy the glitz and glamour of BABBA who have been thrilling audiences with their superb re-creation of 70’s super group ABBA and the legacy of hits they gave us.

Bookings are Essential for both shows. Phone: 5986 1066 (Group Bookings Welcome).

Neil Diamond New wine bar now opened at The Nook.

Come and enjoy a new wine drinking experience.

Sit amongst the fresh flowers and enjoy the beach view.

Showcasing local peninsula wines, daily cocktail specials, with daily fresh flowers available. located across the road from Rye Post Office

Shop 8, 2319-2327 Point Nepean Rd, Rye Phone: 5903 5143

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New Year’s Eve: ‘No entertainment - No nonsense’ MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire will again take a ‘No Entertainment-No Nonsense’ approach to New Year’s Eve on the southern peninsula working in collaboration with Victoria Police to reduce negative impacts of celebrations.

The approach has assisted in providing a safe destination for residents and holiday makers since its introduction more than 16 years ago.

The tactic provides increased security, lighting, additional transport and services throughout the Nepean Ward towns of Rye, Blairgowrie, Sorrento and Portsea.

The aim is to make the peninsula a safe place for people to enjoy the New Year period, and there will be no public entertainment, no public fireworks, and alcohol bans in public places.

A free, one-way bus service will operate from Portsea at 10.30pm and travel to Safety Beach stopping at all designated bus stops on Point Nepean Road.

Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor Councillor Bryan Payne said “the Shire’s New Year’s Eve strategy is about maintaining and promoting a safe, family location for all to enjoy”.

“The summer holiday period is a great time for the residents and visitors to the peninsula, and it’s important to ensure everyone has a safe and happy New Year’s Eve,” said Councillor Payne.

Have a Safe New Year For more information phone 1300 850 600 or visit mornpen.vic.gov.au/nye

NEW fast catamaran MV Naturaliste | Wildlife, walking and biking at French Island Day trip to Cowes for lunch or touring | Short walk from Stony Point train station Return Fares $26 Adult | $16 Concession | Seniors travel free Saturday & Sunday westernportferries.com.au or call 03 5257 4565

A safe New Year for all Mornington Peninsula Shire is working with emergency services to ensure the southern peninsula remains family friendly on New Year’s Eve. The following restrictions apply over the NYE period: • There will be no planned events (including fireworks) on foreshore reserves • Alcohol bans apply in public places from 30 December to midnight 1 January • A person must not possess or discharge fireworks; fines will apply • Flares to be discharged in an emergency only • Rye pier car parks closed from 4pm on 31 December

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Boneo Tennis Club

Roll up, roll up, Silvers Circus is heading to the peninsula ESTABLISHED in 1976, Silvers Circus provides world class family entertainment and fun. Silvers Circus is a household name in Australia and after almost forty years on the road has evolved into one of the Top 10 Circuses of the World. Silvers maintains all the sparkle, glamour and death defying acts expected of Australia’s premier circus, dedicated to constant innovation and modernisation with extraordinary artists continually arriving from all parts of the world. Silvers circus presents a line-up of stunning international artists, Las Vegas style illusions and captivating production techniques.

Silvers Circus continues to provide jaw dropping entertainment for the whole family and is coming to Bata Shoe Ground, Mornington from Wednesday January 3 - Sunday January 28, 2018. The 2 hour action packed show in the HEATED BIG TOP, featuring Ringmaster and Master of Illusion, Simon Tait includes the Wheel of Steel, the Globe of Death, Hoola Hoops, Clowns, the Roman Rings, illusions and juggling to name a few.

For all show details visit – www.silverscircus. com.au

THE Boneo Tennis Club is located in the Boneo Recreation Reserve next to the Boneo Primary School on Boneo Road and Limestone Road. The club offers four well maintained, synthetic grass courts with lighting for night use.

Keeping up with the times, Boneo Tennis Club has recently installed a new system called ‘Book a Court’ which is all done online for added convenience.

Georgia Keach from the Boneo Tennis Club says it is a new technology that is making the courts more accessible for everyone.

“You book the court online and a pin code is sent to your email to unlock the gates. The night lights go on automatically when playing at night. It is a great innovation that locals and visitors can enjoy without having to become annual members but still get the joy of playing tennis,” she said.

Book from a minimum of half hour to as long as you like, and pay $15 per hour for day and $20 per hour for night sessions when lighting is required.

“We also have a social tennis program over summer which is called Summer Social Tuesdays from 7-9pm on Tuesdays throughout January. It is in a fast four format which is a variation to the standard rules of tennis so a quick game,” said Georgia.

For further details go to www. tennis.com.au/boneotc/

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Boneo Tennis Club welcomes visitors to book a court online and come for a hit. $15/hr (members free) • $20/hr with lights (members $5)

STEP 1. CHECK AVAILABILITY

Visit bookacourt.tennis.com.au/boneotennisclub and view the online booking sheet.

STEP 2. CHOOSE A SESSION

Select your date and session time. You can pay online using most credit cards. You’ll need to register the first time you book.

STEP 3. CONFIRMATION

We’ll send you confirmation of your booking including a PIN to enter at the gate for direct access.

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ONE million Bon Jovi fans can’t be wrong.

Finally the announcement the fans have been waiting for; The group from New Jersey will be inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2018. Artists are eligible for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 25 years after the release of their first album or single. Bon Jovi is the only act in the class of 2018 to have started after the 1970s.

Having long enjoyed commercial success Bon Jovi also won the Rock Hall fan poll receiving more than one million public votes.

The band will be inducted along with Nina Simone, the Cars, Dire Straits, the Moody Blues and Sister Rosetta Tharpe, who will receive an Award for Early Influence, at the 33rd induction ceremony on April 14 at the Public Auditorium in Cleveland.

When the news was confirmed, long time Bon Jovi guitarist and co-writer of some of the bands biggest hits, Richie Sambora was on holidays in Hawaii. He was humble and when asked for his reaction by Rolling Stone, Sambora said “Just gratitude, I guess. And going, ‘Hey, I’m in the queue with Bob Dylan, Mick and Keith and Clapton, all my heroes and all the guys I grew up trying to emulate’. They are my heroes and my teachers. To be in that line is kind of surreal.

I don’t know if I believe it yet. It’s that kind of an honour. It’s almost not the institution itself; it’s the pedigree of how people got there. To be a part of that whole movement and whole energy as things move forward is just tremendous. I have a lot of thanks for that.”

The great news for music fans is that Richie Sambora and Orianthi are joining forces for a new, genre-spanning musical project under the name RSO that sees these two platinum-selling singer-songwriters and world-class guitarists teaming up as a duo and will be heading to the Mornington Peninsula on 7 January 2018.

RSO will be joining the cream of the Aussie rock industry, Jimmy Barnes, Diesel, Richard Clapton, Ash Grunwald and Dallas Crane will round out this first class Under The Southern Stars lineup. It will be the biggest music event the peninsula has ever seen.

Asked what people can expect from the show, Sambora said “Sincerity. That’s the biggest thing anyone has going from it. Sincerity is about love - we are coming there to spread our sincerity and our love - that’s what we’re gonna do.”

Asked how performing on stage and in public changed in the past 30 years, Richie said “Truly it hasn’t. It’s the same sincerity, and the same

throw down. You do the best that you can do that’s how it hasn’t changed. I mean, obviously, if you look back and go, I’ve got 30 some-odd years behind me of all this life experience and everything I’ve experienced in this business, that’s different. But basically it stays the same because every day you go out and you do your best. Throw down your sincerity and see how that reacts against the audience that’s there, and see how that works. So it’s a very brave thing.”

The other half of the RSO collaboration, Orianthi is an Aussie girl who has worked with many of music’s biggest names.

Michael Jackson, and Alice Cooper, Santana, Prince, ZZ Top, just to name a few, have had Orianthi on stage with them and she will be bringing that impecible musical pedigree to the peninsula.

“It’s amazing and a honour to work with these artists. I am constantly learning and to have the experiences I’ve had has been incredible.

I’ve played huge festivals with Alice [Cooper], toured around the world for 3 1/2 years and learned a lot from him as a performer. And Michael definitely pushed me to get out of my comfort zone while playing,” said Orianthi.

Jimmy Barnes will also be hitting the stage at Under The Southern Stars.

Barnes is the heart and soul of Aussie Rock and Roll. After 40 years on stages of all kinds, Jimmy is an icon – his nickname “Barnesy” conjures up thoughts of rock music at an earsplitting volume. As frontman of the legendary Cold Chisel, to his distinguished solo career, Jimmy has had more #1 albums than any other Australian artist and been inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame. Twice.

“This is a bill I’m looking forward to being a part of!” said Barnes. “This show will definitely rock. In the middle of summer, what would you want to do but get out with your mates and have a party? Join us. I think there will be a few surprises on the day” Don’t miss a rare opportunity to see this top tier calibre of talent in a stunning coastal setting.

The quintessential Australia summer experience is filled with family, friends, good food and great live music and this festival has raised the bar. Under the Southern Stars is the perfect holiday festival!

Under The Southern Stars. January 7 2018.

Hastings Foreshore Reserve, Mornington Peninsula. Tickets on sale from www.ticketmaster. com.au

The future looks bright for Untold Events Co. IT looks set to be a huge 2018 for the team at Untold Events Co. The season starts with the return of the much-loved Stringybark Cinema at the stunning Emu Plains Reserve in Balnarring.

Six family-favourite films will be showcased over two weeks including popular titles such as of The Never Ending Story, Labyrinth, Top Gun and Footloose. Gates open at 6:30pm for some amazing street food, live music and a bar stocked with Peninsula favourites, Red Hill Brewery beers and Chirping Bird wines.

“January is a super busy month for us”, says organizer Vanessa Johnson. “We love seeing the peninsula buzzing over summer with the influx of tourists and family and friends to the area – it really comes alive. It’s great to see people appreciate the stunning place we get to call home,” she says.

Other events in January include two twilight Emu Plains Markets on January 6 and 20. These markets truly showcase the EPM at it’s best with plenty of amazing food, live entertainment, workshops, lots for the kids and of course over 230 of the very best stallholders Melbourne and the peninsula has to offer.

Next, the team presents the wonderful Hastings Australia Day Foreshore Festival. Now in their second year running the event will feature free family entertainment including a community breakfast, amusements, face-painting and craft with Faery Emma, live music, delicious gourmet food plus 80 of the very best stallholders from the Untold Events Co markets.

Finally, after a crazy month the crew finishes off January on the 27th at their new home in Frankston with the Little Beauty Market. This gorgeous market in the park has become the creative hub of Frankston showcasing over 100 talented makers and creators in the stunning surrounds of Beauty Park. Catch this market on the 4th Saturday of the month from Oct to Apr 10am to 3pm.

And, if that doesn’t sound busy enough (!!!) the team take an exciting next step in April, with a sister cinema opening at the picturesque George Pentland Botanic Gardens in Frankston as part of the City Of Frankston’s Event Attraction Program. Four films will be showcased on the 6th, 7th 13th and 14th of April… stay turned for more details!

For more information on the creative, cool events the Untold Events Co offer jump online and take a look at: www.untoldevents.com.au

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Pier Street Party here again THE Pier Street Party is officially set to shake up Melbourne’s outer suburbs once again on February 24, 2018. For the second year running, the outdoor festival will be jampacked with incredible music and summertime fun for all. Headlining the street party will be Sydney hip hop superstars Thundamentals, with support from a heap of Aussie legends - Art vs Science, Gyroscope, The Getaway Plan, Rackett and Jesswar.

Held outside The Pelly Bar & Pier Bandroom in Frankston, this epic street party will be the talk of the summer. Bringing the local community and music fans together for such an unmissable line-up, The Pier Street Party is guaranteed to set the example for Aussie summer festivals to come.

Frankston City Mayor Colin Hampton is thrilled to play host, saying, “Frankston City is ready to rock as the Pier Street Party prepares for its second year. Council is delighted that our city will be hosting world class acts at this fantastic event for the community and visitors to enjoy.”

And Jeswon from Thundamentals is amped to get in on the fun, enthusing, “VIC, we coming for yiiieeew!!!

Looking forward to playing The Pier Street Party in Frankston next February. Plenty of dope acts bringin the fuego to ya ear holes, come thruuuu!”

Thundamentals have had an absolute corker of a year, with the release of their fourth studio album

Everyone We Know and the newly announced Decade Of The Thundakat national tour, plus a massive festival run scheduled for this summer. Art vs Science will be smashing through their latest single Wickoo and some older fan faves. Gyroscope will be right there alongside them ahead of their 2018 national tour playing their first studio recording since 2010 – their new double A-side Crooked Thought and hits from albums past.

In just one year, loud and experimental pop-punkers, Rackett have gone from virtual anonymity to playing major theatres and festivals throughout Aus, making waves with their debut EP Ready or Not. The Getaway Plan had a busy year on the road, supporting Alexis On Fire and recently wrapping a national tour of their own.

And independent Brisbane-based hip hop artist Jesswar will bring her touring chops to the stage, having been busy sharing stages with 360, Tkay Maidza and Allday.

Masterminded to bring the community together to enjoy a day of world class music; The Pier Street Party team have put together a killer line-up at a very accessible price point for punters. The ticket presale kicks off on Wednesday December 6 at 12PM offering early-birds a chance to nab their tickets for just $55 including GST + booking fees.

For all ticket information, head to www.oztix.com.au

Sail to Queenscliff – 40 minutes and a latte away!

THE sun is out and the summer holidays have finally arrived. As we relax and unwind it’s a great time to think about a road trip and a spot of cruising!!

Take the short drive to Sorrento, find a park and jump aboard Searoad Ferries for a 40 minute ride to Queenscliff.

The scenery is spectacular and there is lots to do onboard. There are outdoor viewing decks and comfy inside lounges.

Wow! Last time I travelled on a ferry it was pretty sterile, but not anymore. Recently refurbished interiors with a range of seating areas, from comfy lounge style seats, bar stools, café and tub chairs make for a very stylish trip.

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fee with a barista pumping out real coffees. How did we get so choosy about coffee? There were fresh croissants and danishes, egg and bacon rolls and fresh sandwiches and salads to choose from. Kids can play in the playground so mum and dad can relax and watch the scenery slide by.

On the approach to Queenscliff the

carrying up to 2,000 passengers!! On your way back from the main street visit the Whiskey Bar and Brewery at the Queenscliff Brewhouse. A whole afternoon could be lost here, tasting the beers of the region or a paddle of whiskey!

Next to the ferry terminal is the Queenscliff Harbour with shops, cafes and a 360degree observation tower with stunning views. At the ferry building visit RORO Café on the Beach, and I mean on the beach, with panoramic views out to the heads.

The vibe is beach bar/café with great food and excellent service. Outdoor tables & benches with umbrellas and adirondack chairs have front row seats. And there is a protected little spot here for those with four-legged friends, including a doggie watering

black lighthouse, historic fort and roof tops of historic mansions come into view and next minute we were berthed.

It’s a short stroll into the township of Queenscliff. The feel is grand country town with lots of big historic buildings and wide, wide streets.

The main street has a broad selection of shops from clothing and homewares, pubs, providores, cafes & an ice cream shop or two.

It’s home to the famous award winning pie shop, Rolling Pin & the iconic Vue Grand Hotel. If you are in to art make sure you check out the galleries in town, they’re a bit special and a real surprise. Head to the historic jetty and pop inside and learn about the old ‘steamers’ that used to come from Melbourne long ago, some

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station and hooks to the leads up to.

Smart. RORO has a Sail to Lunch deal which is hard to resist and great value . $47 for a 2course lunch, glass of wine and return ferry foot passenger tickets. Gotta book online as this sells out fast.

As the sun starts to lower in the sky, it is one of the best times to be on the bay for the sail back to Sorrento. The light is amazing. A good days outing!

Ferry tickets are great value – $24 return for adults and family tickets are only $66 for two adults and up to 3 children. Ferries are very frequent, so it is easy to plan a day – every hour on the hour from 7am – 6pm with an extra 7pm service 26 December – 31 January).

More information and bookings at www.searoad.com.au

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Something for everyone this summer THE Cobs Peninsula Film Festival will run on both the Mornington and Bellarine Peninsulas this February.

The Festival will run from February 9-11 and includes the screening of an independent Australian movie, a FREE short film festival held in both Rosebud and Queenscliff locations and a filmmaking workshop with leading Aussie filmmakers.

The FREE short film festival is the highlight of the program and runs on Saturday February 10. Australian filmmakers showcase their work in front of a panel of celebrities and film luminaries who award monetary prizes for the best short films and other categories including best film, best actor, best director and best animation.

This year, the festival’s judging panel includes Isabel Lucas (Transformers, Knight of Cups, Home and Away), Lachy Hulme (Offspring, Romper Stomper TV series), Michala Banas (Upper Middle Bogan, McLeod’s Daughters), Jane Kennedy (Frontline, Triple M), Leah Purcell (Redfern Now, Lantana) and Wayne Blair (Director, The Sapphires and Redfern Now). Australian personality Mick Molloy will MC the Rosebud event.

In a festival first, Disney’s Pixar will launch an exclusive screening of curated short films for families and fans of animation at the Saturday event.

The festival will take place in Rosebud and Queenscliff with the Rosebud

event expected to attract more than 7,000 attendees.

Film fans will roll out their picnic rugs to enjoy 20 short films and live music performances free of charge plus film foodies can enjoy a selection of dining options.

Festival Director, Steve Bastoni, said extending the festival to the Bellarine Peninsula marks the fruition of a long-held dream and increases the

exposure for independent Australian films to our West Coast audience.

“Culture buffs can enjoy live entertainment from 5pm before the program will screen at both locations from 7pm.

By extending the festival to Queenscliff, we are bringing our program to a new audience and providing them with the opportunity to view fresh Australian and International content

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that they won’t see anywhere else.”

Film enthusiasts and the general public are also welcome to purchase tickets to the exclusive Oz Indie Showcase feature film and launch party at Rosebud Cinema.

Friday 9 February, 7pm - 10:30pm What: Peninsula Film Festival Oz Indie Showcase and Festival Launch Feature Film: That’s Not Me Q&A: with Isabel Lucas to chat

about the film Where: Rosebud Cinema, 30 Rosebud Parade, Rosebud VIC 3939 Ticket: $20 per person Book: via www.peninsulacinemas. com.au Come and enjoy the film, followed by drinks and nibbles.

Saturday 10 February, Rosebud: 4:00pm – 10:30pm Queenscliff: 5:00pm - 10:30pm (films screening from 7.00pm at both locations) What: Film Festival On The Foreshore Where: Village Green, Rosebud, Mornington Peninsula, VIC (4pm10.30pm) OR Queenscliff Town Hall, Queenscliff (5pm-10.30pm).

Tickets: FREE entry, no BYO. For VIP Marquee tickets at the Rosebud location: $150 per person (limited numbers) Sunday 11 February, 10am - 2pm What: Peninsula Film Festival Sunday Workshop Where: see www.peninsulafilmfestival.com.au for locations Tickets: FREE entry The workshop will provide a truly unique opportunity to get first-hand experience with a celebrated Australian Filmmaker. Attendees can fast track their skills by learning from an industry expert.

For a detailed three-day program and to purchase tickets to the Friday feature film screening visit www.peninsulashortfilmfest.com.au

IF your community group, whether school, kinder, or sports club, is looking for a fun night out to raise some much needed funds, then look no further than the Carrum Gardens Bingo Centre.

Established for 25 years, the Carrum Gardens Bingo Centre is open six days a week but seven nights.

“We run bingo every day here between 11am and 2pm and then from 7pm onwards,” said owner Ashley Beckwith. “Bingo is run on behalf of schools and charities so money is always going back to the community by supporting bingo and playing bingo. We are always looking for new clientele, so come on down come with a friend, a partner, your mum, or your sister, and get into the fun of bingo to win some cash prize money.”

Carrum Gardens Bingo Centre is a family owned business that has grown in popularity over the years. Enjoy some time out with friends playing the exciting and timeless game of bingo at Carrum Gardens Bingo Centre, with a café that includes a range of hot and cold foods like a roast just like mum used to make on Saturday nights and promotion nights, as well as homemade cakes, sweets and drinks. Coffee and tea making

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“Due to its popularity you can now play bingo for less every Sunday day and night of the year,” said Mr Beckwith. “Enjoy some time out with friends and family at our Carrum Gardens Bingo Centre with sessions held six days and seven nights a week. You may also sign up as a member to receive free member’s benefits. Gift Vouchers are available from the centre and make a great gift idea for anyone that loves their bingo.

It is also fantastic for fundraising.”

The Carrum Gardens Bingo Centre raises money for local schools and sporting groups.

There is plenty of free off street parking available at the Centre, which can be easily accessed via Eastlink, Peninsula Link and the Frankston Freeway.

For more information on how you can join in the fun, please feel free to contact the Centre during operating hours.

Carrum Gardens Bingo Centre is at 554 Frankston Dandenong Road, Carrum Downs.

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