First the gas, then into bag
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THE discovery of a metre-long tiger snake behind a Dromana fish-and-chip shop was an unwelcome surprise for proprietor June Wu, Wednesday 27 February. “A delivery guy came in and said: ‘Do you realise you have a snake out the back,’” she said. “It was in the gas meter. I went out and it was the first time I’ve ever seen a snake outside of the zoo.” Ms Wu, the proprietor for 10 years, said she called snake catcher Barry Goldsmith who was able to quickly bag the reptile for release “within five kilometres”. Mr Goldsmith said the snake was the “first tiger I’ve caught in Dromana in 40 years”. He said he had seen fewer snakes on the peninsula so far this year because long grass had not yet browned off and rats and mice were still able to hide outdoors. “When the grass dries the rodents will look for chook sheds or houses to hide in and the snakes will go looking for them,” he said. The Mornington resident urges residents to “respect the natural world”. “People might think there are more snakes because they hear about them on social media all the time but actually there a fewer,” Mr Goldsmith said. “The effect of land clearing and an increasing population means snake populations are in decline.” Snakes are protected in Victoria. Stephen Taylor
40TH BIRTHDAY
FLASH SALE
MUST END MONDAY 11TH MARCH
WHY? In 2018 Mornington Peninsula received only 1% of the funding than other similar regions. The time has come to take action to ensure the needs of the community, economy and environment of the Mornington Peninsula is recognised by decision makers. The Committee for Mornington Peninsula has been formed to assist elected representatives and community leaders build the profile and contribute to a more strategic approach towards a more sustainable, inclusive and prosperous future for our region. We are inviting all Mornington Peninsula businesses, community groups and individuals who share this vision for our region to join the Committee for Mornington Peninsula and to contribute to our work and advocacy.
Join us for the Launch of the Committee for Mornington Peninsula on March 28th at the Mornington Racing Club Tickets and further information available at www.committeeformp.com.au E: info@committeeformp.com.au
W: www.committeeformp.com.au
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ATTICUS 2.5 seater sofa + chaise in bristol fabric.
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ARLO chair
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40th birthday, 4-day flash sale with 25% off storewide available on all new orders of furniture and homewares from 08-03-2019 till 11-03-2019 inclusive. Savings off recommended retail prices. Offer excludes Hot Buys*, clearance stock, Guardsman warranties and purchases of gift cards, Glasshouse and Circa candles. Not in conjunction with any other offer. ZIP Finance available under this offer on 6 months (no minimum spend applies) 0% interest free. Available in-store and online to approved applicants. Additional conditions apply. Latitude finance not accepted on this offer*. Terms and conditions apply see www.ozdesignfurniture.com.au/ozpromotions for more information.
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Southern Peninsula News
6 March 2019
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