Time to talk up the peninsula THE job recruitment ad says applicants can take their time talking the beauty of the Mornington Peninsula and the many things to see and do, as well as making personal assessments. That’s the lot of people manning the Sorrento Visitors Information Centre, which is on a recruitment drive after a COVID-caused volunteer drop off. Kera Zaltsberg said the centre was looking to attract volunteers who loved the peninsula, who liked dealing with people, and who would enjoy the occasional opportunity of getting together to sample the delights of the region. “We provide full training and also have networking nights once a quarter, and it’s a great way to get to know what’s out there and to be able to promote it to visitors,” she said. Zaltsberg said volunteers were required to be available for at least one two and a half hour shift but could do more if available. The centre receives money to cover two staff for 30 hours weekly, but is open 10am to 3pm daily, and needs to operate with at least two people each shift. As an accredited information centre, it is required to open a certain number of hours a week. “We would love to bring in more volunteers to discover how much fun it can be working here, it’s a great place and it’s fun to help visitors from all over the world discover what we have on the peninsula,” Zaltsberg said. “We have so much, national parks, accommodations, attractions, nature walks, great food and more”. Zaltsberg said the centre was becoming busier now that people were heading out and about post COVID, with 1032 visiting the centre in December and 2004 in January. Liz Bell
Climate ‘investing’ MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire has partnered with non-profit organisation Market Forces help people understand how to use power as an investor or superannuation fund member to act on climate change. The free session is part of the council’s climate emergency plan commitment to provide education and resources to help people make informed choices about sustainable banking, investment and divestment. The session will look at ways of investing that are environmentally responsible, rather than in fossil fuel industries. The online session will run 7pm to 8.30pm Tuesday 17 May. Register at investsafeclimate.eventbrite.com.au or mornpen.zoom. us/j/2246331723
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Opportunities: Spending time talking to people about what to do and see on the Mornington Peninsula is a great way to spend some time, says Kera Zaltsberg, left, and Colomba Alello, right, of Sorrento Visitors’ Information Centre. Picture: Yanni
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SORRENTO Fire Brigade’s quick actions saved a car from almost total incineration on Thursday 22 April, when it caught fire at the Portsea Back Beach car park. On arriving just after 8.30am crews found the vehicle well alight, with the fire coming from the engine bay. Firefighters extinguished the blaze, saving most of the car from major damage. The owner of the car was on the scene the time and had phoned 000 for help.
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ZOE MCKENZIE – SOMEONE WHO GETS RESULTS I have a record of getting things done nationally, at the State level and here on the Peninsula. I have been involved locally with many community organisations working to address the disadvantage we suffer by being part of ‘metro Melbourne’ as opposed to ‘regional’. Running my own small business, I know the unique challenges facing small and family enterprises which are the lifeblood of our local economy. We need less tax, less red tape, and more help for those trying to build opportunities for others.
I have a plan for a world-class tourism and hospitality training hub on the Peninsula and I will work with the local community towards a new Technical College to encourage young people into trades. I will protect our natural environment so that our kids, and your kids, can live and love it like we do. My partner Rod and I are scuba divers, and I want to protect our beaches, the Green Wedge and Arthurs Seat. I want to make sure that the Mornington Peninsula remains one of the best places to live, raise a family, or run a small business.
ZOE McKENZIE
LIBERAL FOR FLINDERS
Authorised by C. McQuestin, Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division), L12, 257 Collins St, Melbourne Vic 3000. Southern Peninsula News
4 May 2022
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