Taking to the skies
No more land grabs, councillor warns
Brendan Rees brendan@mpnews.com.au
PRIVATE landowners attempting to claim public land as their own through encroachment could face increased scrutiny as a Mornington Peninsula Shire councillor calls for a crackdown on the behaviour.
Cr David Gill, at the time of publishing, was to move a motion at the council’s 8 April meeting in which he would implore the shire to investigate and report on illegal land
encroachments on council-owned and managed property, warning that if “it’s tolerated it just gets worse and worse”.
He said the shire had informed him last year that it had identified and inspected 34 structure encroachments on council-owned property, which were “currently being investigated with a view for enforcement action”.
There were also 11 encroachments on council land that were identified as opportunities for disposal with a “formal process for disposal of the
land,” having begun, Gill said.
In Victoria, a private landowner can claim ownership of land under adverse possession (sometimes known as squatters rights) if they have possessed for 15 years without the permission of the legal owner, provided they meet specific requirements. This includes whether they can prove they have had uninterrupted and exclusive possession such as fencing or building on it.
However, adverse possession claims exclude council or Crown
Land and land owned by water authorities or public transport corporations as per the Limitation of Actions Act
Speaking to The News before the council meeting, Gill believed “there could be hundreds if not thousands of encroachments” across the shire that “might often seem to be small, but they can become big”, which he labelled a “real issue”.
Gill, who has been raising the issue for at least the past eight years, said the state government “does nothing
to stop this from happening - in fact, their laws enhance it” under statutory and common law “where people feel entitled to take public land”.
“I think the local government and state government are sitting on their hands. I think that they find it difficult, or they’re just not interested,” he said.
“We should be protecting public property and the only way we should protect it is to ensure people don’t take it.” Continued Page 9
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Sports volunteer of 30 years recognised
A DEDICATED volunteer with the Mornington Peninsula Hockey Club has been honoured at the annual Good Sports Awards at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Margaret “Marg” Nettleship was named the National and Victorian Volunteer of the Year at the Good Sports Awards on 2 April.
Good Sports Awards recipients are those that have gone above and beyond through the Alcohol and Drug Foundation’s Good Sports program, helping to break the link between alcohol and sport and tackling topics like illicit drugs, smoking, mental health, and safe transport.
Mornington Peninsula Hockey Club’s Neroli Blyth said Nettleship had been the “heart and soul of our club since its inception in 1995”.
“Her recognition as Volunteer of the Year is a testament to her tireless efforts, and we are incredibly proud to have her as part of our club,” he said.
“As a founding member, coach, and volunteer, she has shaped the culture of our club with her passion, commitment, and unwavering belief in creating a safe and inclusive space for all players.
“Her advocacy for alcohol-free junior matches and social events has helped establish a culture where participation, enjoyment, and wellbeing come first. Long before it became standard practice, Marg was leading the way in ensuring our juniors had positive role models and a safe sporting environment.
“Even after stepping away from playing due to health challenges, Marg remains an active and invalu-
able member of our club – coaching young players, managing equipment, and mentoring the next generation of hockey players.”
Blyth added Nettleship’s influence extended “far beyond our club,” as she was a respected figure in the hockey community, having represented Victoria and Australia in Masters competitions.
Alcohol and Drug Foundation Victoria Manager, Skye Mackay said
Hospital redevelopment on track
Nettleship was a “shining example of the Good Sports program which is helping build a healthier sporting nation by supporting clubs to be a powerful force for positive change, shaping healthier behaviours and stronger communities”.
Good Sports is Australia’s largest community health sports program, building strong, sustainable community clubs for more than 25 years supporting over 12,000 clubs nationwide.
THE redevelopment of Frankston Hospital has moved closer to completion after cranes at the site were dismantled last month.
The project is on track to be finished this year. When complete the new clinical services tower will host new inpatient services, operating theatre suite, women’s and children’s services, cancer services, and mental health facilities. The new tower is expected to treat around 35,000 patients each year once fully operational.
Four cranes have been operating
at the site over the last two years. Frankston MP Paul Edbrooke said “local families across Frankston will soon be able to access more health services, faster and closer to home, when the massive hospital redevelopment opens next year.”
Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny said “this marks yet another exciting milestone on the Frankston Hospital redevelopment – with the ability to treat more patients, local families living or moving to the area know they can rely on care closer to home.”
THE Frankston Hospital redevelopment is nearing completion. Picture: Supplied
MARG Nettleship with her award. Picture: Supplied
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Caitlin’s top design in state display
By Brendan Rees
A FORMER Mornington VCE student has earned a prestigious honour with her impressively crafted recipe book project being selected for exhibition at the Melbourne Museum’s Top Designs showcase.
Caitlin Bouwmeester, who graduated from Padua College last year, created the piece as part of her year 12 visual communication design studies, which features vibrant digital illustrations, clear typography, and nutritional information.
The exhibition, which runs from 29 March to 20 July, celebrates Victoria’s next generation of designers, featuring 77 student works that re-imagine innovative, renewable and inclusive futures.
Caitlin said she was “super excited” to discover that her book titled The Fresh Produce Recipe Book - Greenlife Mornington Peninsula had been selected.
“A lot of love went into my folio and design to create something that I was completely proud and satisfied with, so to see my efforts rewarded by being recognised in the Top Designs Exhibition at Melbourne Museum, was pretty special!” she said.
Caitlin said as part of her project requirements, she had to create a client for their design, in which she fabricated a small independent non-for-profit organisation named Greenlife Mornington Peninsula.
The final recipe book promotes healthy eating through locally sourced produce, she said, with the inclusion of vibrant digital illustrations of fruit and vegetables featured on both the front cover and within the recipe page layouts.
“The design process as well as the final recipe book design formed half of my final folio which consisted of the design process of two different communication needs,” she said.
Asked what was behind her inspiration for her book, she said “Initially I wasn’t sure what
to design, but I decided that the issue that I was going to focus on was supporting healthy eating choices”.
Museums Victoria director and acting CEO Sean Royal said the “exceptional showcase of student work not only highlights the remarkable creations on display, but celebrates the ideas, creative processes and critical thinking that inspire us all to reimagine our future”.
CAITLIN Bouwmeester. Picture: Yanni
CAITLIN’S work on display. Picture: Supplied
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‘Hot-wired’ car thefts surge
Brendan Rees brendan@mpnews.com.au
VICTORIA Police across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula are targeting tech savvy criminals that are using reprogramming devices to steal popular cars with push-start systems.
Police said their intelligence suggested that certain makes and models with electronic push start technology were increasingly being targeted, as no ignition key was required.
“Once inside a vehicle, this device can be plugged into the cars on board diagnostic port to override the security system and start the engine,” Victoria Police said.
Police believe this methodology is well known among criminal circles and being used extensively.
Various models of Holdens, Toyotas, and Subaru cars have seen the most thefts where reprogramming devices were used, police said.
Victoria Police Frankston and Mornington Divisional Commander
Melissa Rodgers said while officers had found many of the devices during search warrants, they had also seen several in or near vehicles following botched theft attempts.
“This indicates to us that some offenders are either getting disturbed in the act, or they are unable to gain access inside the vehicle,” she said.
“However, we know that up to 20 per cent of cars are stolen using these reprogramming devices, so owners are advised not to become complacent.”
Rogers encouraged car owners to think about buying an immobilising device to prevent the devices from exploiting car electronic security systems, noting that “thieves go to great lengths in order to steal cars, so anything that can restrict them further is a good thing”.
“Police across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula will continue to target car thieves who selfishly think they can take what’s not theirs,” she said.
According to the latest official Crime Statistics Agency data, 362 vehicles were reported stolen in 2024 in the Mornington Peninsula local government area – up 45 per cent, while in the City of Frankston, 504 vehicles were stolen compared to 329 the year before, marking a 34 per cent increase.
While it is not known how many of the car thefts involved reprogramming devices, police have identified several cases where they had been used including one left at a scene when a Holden Commodore was stolen from a property in Mornington on 7 July last year which police were investigating.
In other cases, a search warrant was conducted at a home in Tyabb with a reprogramming device seized from the property, while another device was found in a Holden Commodore after an attempted theft in Tyabb last September.
Further incidents saw a device left at the scene after an attempted theft of a vehicle in Frankston between 28 February and 1 March. No arrests
have been made, with police making enquiries.
A man was also found in possession of a reprogramming device after he was arrested over an alleged shop theft in Dandenong and a theft from a vehicle in Seaford. The alleged offending occurred in July last year with the matter remaining before the courts.
On 10 January, a 34-year-old man was arrested after allegedly stealing a Holden Commodore which he dumped at Karingal Hub in Frankston. After being chased by police in a pursuit, officers saw the alleged offender try to discard an OBD reprogrammer into a bin. The owner of the car confirmed with police that their car had been locked at the time it was stolen.
The man was charged with a range of offences including theft of motor vehicle, going equipped to steal, and dangerous driving while pursued by police. He has been remanded until a later date.
Victoria Police’s Vehicle Crime Squad has been working with impacted manufacturers, as well as insurance companies on the issue. However, in a statement, police said, “Without technological remedies or target hardening measures, such as the installation of on board diagnostic port locks, it’s anticipated the number of car thefts will continue to increase locally”.
Anyone with information on vehicle theft is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Head to Crib Point for the Community Expo Market
THE Crib Point Community Expo Market, on Saturday, April 12th, is an unmissable event that promises a day filled with community spirit, and plenty of fun for the whole family. This vibrant market will feature a range of stalls offering gifts, delicious food, a coffee van, and the perfect Devonshire tea complete with homemade scones. Connect with local community groups, learn what they do, how they can help you and how you can get involved.
The day will be filled with adventure as the Hastings Scouts will showcase their impressive rope bridge, Crib Point CFA will have their fire engine and Captain Koala. The Hastings SES’s Paddy Platypus’ antics with Captain Koala will add even more fun to the event.
Family Life will offer exciting playground activities and the Cribby Koala Treasure Hunt will take kids on a delightful journey with a chance to win a special Easter treat.
As we near Easter, the market will be bursting with perfect gifts and treats and it’s a great time to pick up a special gift for Mother’s Day that will make her day unforgettable. Don’t miss the special surprise as Paddy Platypus and Captain Koala introduce a new member of our family. Mark your calendars— this is a day you won’t want to miss!
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Sport a big ticket for Labor and Liberal, Race on road funding, Smith’s focus on aged care and McKenzie’s on crime prevention
Cameron McCullough cameron@mpnews.com.au
LAST week marked the first full week of campaigning since the federal election was called for 3 May.
Candidates wasted no time hitting the hustings with a flurry of appearances and some sizeable commitments.
Nominations for candidacy in the federal election close this Thursday (10 April), so we should have a full list of candidates by next week’s edition of The News
Labor candidate Sarah Race was joined on the campaign trail by the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, Catherine King, to announce a number of infrastructure projects a relelected Albanese government would undertake.
The promises included:
n $10m for the Western Port Highway
n $1.3 million for the Hastings Recreation Reserve
n $450,000 for the Rye Cricket Club, and
n $250,000 for the Somerville Netball Facilities
This week’s commitments are in addition to the previously announced Urgent Care Clinic in Somerville.
The $1.3m commitment for the Hastings Recreation Reserve includes $700,000 for pavilion renewal and upgrade design, $250,000 for cricket nets upgrade, and $350,000 for oval and car park drainage.
The $250,000 commitment at Somerville will be to install new modular netball change rooms plus storage and toilets at the Somerville Recreation Reserve.
The $450,000 commitment to Rye Cricket Club will install new cricket nets at the RJ Rowley Recreation Reserve.
“Delivering investment in local infrastructure is one of my priorities because we haven’t got our share after 40 years of the Liberals taking us for granted,” said Race.
“These commitments are fully funded and work can start shortly, meaning outcomes for the clubs and community not years of delays because the project is part funded.”
Ben Smith’s supporters were out in force over the weekend, with one
event in Main Street Mornington aiming to “paint the town yellow”.
Smith’s campaign was the focus of national media last week after speaking to The Saturday Paper about the funding challenges independent candidates face.
The story explained that Smith, like many others, had planned for an anticipated April 12 election, before Tropical Cyclone Alfred prompted a delay in the election date.
The later than expected election has required Smith, who was first out of the blocks in Flinders, to find an extra month of resources.
News from inside the Smith camp is that they’ve had a groundswell of community support with hundreds of locals donating to the campaign in recent weeks
This week Smith launched his plan to fix the aged care system at Benton’s Lodge in Mornington.
“The peninsula has one of the highest proportions of seniors in Australia, yet local aged care services continue to fail the very generation that built our community,” said Smith.
As CEO of the Mornington Community Support Centre, Smtih has hands-on experience helping seniors navigate the My Aged Care system.
“The major parties have had chance
after chance to fix this system, but they’ve failed,” said Smith.
“As your independent, I won’t be constrained by party politics or corporate donors - I’ll fight for the reforms our seniors desperately need.
“My Aged Care is a bureaucratic nightmare that exhausts families at their most vulnerable time. Everyone knows it’s not working but neither of the major parties have invested the effort in fixing it.
Smith’s plan includes:
n An overhaul of home care funding to enable more seniors to age in their own homes
n Stronger regulation with significant penalties for substandard facilities
n Reform the My Aged Care process to ensure it is designed for a smoother user experience
n Career pathways with better pay and conditions to attract and retain quality care workers
Benton’s Lodge resident and long time local advocate David Price agreed that there is a general lack of understanding of those in aged care and the issues they face.
“We need to do better at engaging older community members. People should visit us more, and bring their pets!” Price said.
Smith supporters were out in force in Mornington on Saturday (5 April), campaigning for their candidate. Picture: Supplied
Zoe McKenzie continued her focus on crime with a $500,000 commitment, if the Liberals win government, to deliver a youth crime diversion program across the Mornington Peninsula.
The funding would go to community-run programs that aim to strengthen youth engagement, encourage school attendance, expand employment pathways and foster community cohesion.
“This funding would support the local Mornington Peninsula community, particularly the young people around Hastings, Mornington and Rosebud,” said McKenzie.
“This funding is a direct response to the concerns raised by our community. It is going straight to supporting our young people through grassroots solutions.
“I’m proud to deliver this funding to support local service providers via the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council.”
Shadow Minister for Community Safety, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs, Hon Jason Wood MP, was on the peninsula for the announcement and told The News “This investment will make a huge difference in young people’s lives by providing a program focused on per-
sonal growth, career readiness, social skills, and support for at-risk youth.
This project will offer a safe and supportive environment where young people can access the skills, mentorship, and community connections needed to pursue fulfilling futures.”
McKenize also announced an elected Liberal government would provide better access for girls to participate in community sport by delivering $242,000 to the Crib Point Football Netball Club to build new female change rooms and facilities.
“I’ve had strong feedback from the Crib Point Football Netball Club about the need for better facilities for the girls,” said McKenzie.
Adam Bamford, President of the Crib Point Football Netball Club, welcomed this commitment.
“This vital upgrade to the Crib Point sporting precinct will better support dozens of local sporting groups and hundreds of women and girls, but also the broader community,” said Bamford.
The Greens candidate, Adam Frogley, has foccussed on price gouging this week, believing that Labor have now adopted the Greens’ policy to make price gouging illegal, with big penalties for corporations who charge excessive prices.
“Millions of people across this country are struggling to keep their heads above water. While supermarkets and big corporations are making massive profits,” said Frogley.
“The Greens introduced a bill into the Senate last year to outlaw price gouging. Both Labor and the Liberals voted against it in October,” said Frogley.
“Labor now has just adopted our policy and we are thrilled! Let’s push down the cost of living, make groceries more affordable and stop supermarket super profits”.
Frogley said next on the Greens’ agenda is to make billionaires pay their fair share of tax.
“One in three big corporations pay zero tax. Yep, average workers are paying more tax than some big corporations.
“They’ve allowed banking, supermarket and energy corporations to rake in billions in profits while millions of Australians struggle to make ends meet.
“We are fighting to keep Dutton out and make Labor act,” said Frogley.
LABOR candidate for Flinders Sarah Race with members of the Hastings Football Club. Picture: Supplied
LIBERAL candidate Zoe McKenzie MP with representatives from Crib Point Football Netball Club and deputy mayor Paul Pingiaro. Picture: Supplied
Shire to take a stand on land encroachment
Continued from Page 1
In 2022, The News reported a case in which a 152 square metre section of unconstructed road between Kilburn Gr and Glenisla Dr in Mt Martha was acquired by a Kilburn Rd property owner under adverse possession laws, prompting concern that other residents could lose access to the lane should another property owner decide to do the same (Shire tries to fill gaps in land laws, The News 07/11/22).
In another case reported in 2023, a Mt Martha Airbnb owner had allegedly encroached on 277 square metres of Crown Land, including a road reserve reportedly worth more than $500,000, leaving residents fuming.
According to a shire report, it said “there have been ongoing issues related to encroachment related to public land on the Mornington Peninsula,” and “as much as possible the public should be fully informed about any loss of public land”.
“There are a number of legal avenues to acquire public land with very few checks and balances to protect the public from loss of their land including ‘backdating’ dates of intention,” it said.
Victoria Agahi, a special counsel who specialises in property and commercial law with Melbourne-based Aitken Partners, said while “councils will forever maintain the right” to claim their land, it wasn’t uncommon for private landowners to apply to councils “to have that land sold to them” such as a laneway.
“It’s just the question of whether council wishes to enforce its rights over the land or how they wish to regulate the use of that land,” she told The News
“It’s a little bit more tricky occasionally when you have issues where
road reserves do not fall into private
the council may have – pre 1997 when changes to adverse possession laws were made – told people, ‘Oh, don’t worry, you won’t need to do anything about it for years.’ So there’s kind of ethical and policy questions for council who then renege on that.
“The only way that you can really give private individuals a right to use council land or to normalise its use if there’s been unauthorised use of it, is by council granting that individual a lease or license over council’s land.”
Agahi said another option was whether councils were looking at selling a portion of land to a private individual or corporation, but in these situations, she said “there’s generally
a policy that it has to be offered to all immediate neighbours of that land because otherwise it tends to be considered unfair if you’ve just offered it to one person”.
Asked how land encroachment or structures being built illegally could be monitored, Agahi said subscriptions to periodic aerial photography would allow councils to identify any changes “and usually they act on that pretty fast”.
However, Agahi said there was also a cost factor to consider and if it was “worth council spending thousands of dollars forcing someone to move a structure when council’s ownership and rights over that land may still be preserved”.
According to the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA), when encroachments are reported on Crown Land, the delegated Crown Land manager such as a council “is the responsible authority and has provisions under the Planning and Environment Act to issue penalties”.
“Where there is no land manager, DEECA will contact the freehold landowner requesting the encroachments are removed,” it said.
“In instances where requests are disregarded, the Office of Conservation Regulator is notified. Any encroachments involving council freehold is a matter for council and DEECA does not get involved.”
Community input sought for Somerville Recreation Reserve
MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire
is calling on residents to share their ideas for the future enhancement of Somerville Recreation Reserve which has been slated for much-needed upgrades.
The reserve currently hosts various facilities, including cricket practice nets, tennis courts, netball courts, three pavilions, two playgrounds, an oval, a scout hall, public restrooms, and a bowls club.
But to better serve the community, the shire last week announced it was seeking the input on potential
improvements including upgraded sporting facilities, better walking and cycling paths, improved play space, picnic and barbecue area, more shaded areas, and improved or increased car parking.
The move comes after the state government confirmed it would provide funding for a draft master plan.
“I encourage all locals to share their thoughts. Council is eager to hear your ideas for non-sport-related activities, as well as suggestions for potential upgrades to the existing facilities,” Mayor Cr Anthony Marsh
said.
Beek Beek Ward CR Kate Roper said the Somerville community had been rallying for upgrades for many years.
“With large football, netball and cricket clubs the reserve is struggling to keep up with demands. We are meeting with the sports clubs to get their feedback on what’s needed to make the reserve serve them better but are keen to hear from other users of the reserve too,” she said.
It was not revealed how much funding the state government would
contribute to the project, however, in February Flinders MP Zoe McKenzie announced that an elected coalition government would commit $5 million towards upgrading the Somerville Recreation Reserve.
The master plan is expected to go on public exhibition in July/August before being adopted in October.
To have your say visit: mornpen.vic.gov.au/ Somervillerecreserve
Community consultation closes 20 April.
Skywhales set to take flight over Mornington
LARGER-than-life hot-air balloon sculptures – the giant Skywhale and Skywhalepapa – will grace the skies over Mornington in what promises to be a sunrise spectacle.
Created by leading Australia artist Patricia Piccinini, the hot-air balloons will take flight at Dallas Brooks Park as the first light of day breaks over Mornington on 26 April from 5.30am to 7.30am.
Measuring 34 meters long and 23 meters high, the Skywhales are twice the size of a standard hot-air balloon.
The free community event is being hosted by Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery and presented by the National Gallery of Australia and supported by the Friends of Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery (MPRG).
“Pack a picnic, grab a coffee or breakfast from a food van and feel the
anticipation build as the balloons inflate and take flight before your eyes,” the event’s organisers said.
“A soundscape sets the mood, followed by a special introduction from the visionary artist Patricia Piccinini herself.”
After ascending, the festivities will continue back at MPRG with free kids’ activities.
Skywhales Across Australia is a National Gallery touring event, supported by the Australian Government through Visions of Australia and the National Collecting Institutions Touring Outreach Program.
Skywhales is the third instalment of The Balnaves Contemporary Series and is a Know My Name project. Register to attend at mprg.mornpen. vic.gov.au/skywhalesmornington
History talk on Hastings
THE Hastings Museum will be holding their first “Morning Coffee” event of 2025.
The event will be Wednesday, 16th April, 10.00am – 12 noon at Hastings Museum, Cnr Marine Pde and Skinner Street.
The guest speaker for the event will be Brian Stahl, OAM, JP speaking about “The Hastings I came to in the 1960s”
Entrance Fee Members $5
Non-Members $7
Small door prize - Lucky Dip Raffle Morning Tea at 10am Talk at 10.30am
For bookings: Please phone Lynda on 59 774478 or Di on 0490 132 011
Limited seating so Book early
Peninsula set to host a variety of Anzac Day events
THE Mornington Peninsula will pay tribute to Australia’s military heroes this Anzac Day with several and events being held throughout the municipality.
From dawn services to marches and a range of commemorative events, the peninsula will honour the sacrifices made by the nation’s servicemen and women.
This year marks the 110th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing in 1915.
Mayor Cr Anthony Marsh said Friday 25 April would be a day to “come together to honour the brave souls who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation”.
“As a former Royal Australian Air Force officer and now mayor, it is a deep personal honour to support Anzac Day services across 13 townships on the Mornington Peninsula. We stand united in remembrance and gratitude for those who gave so much for the freedoms we enjoy today,” he said.
Shire inviting input on disaster resilience plan
MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire is inviting all community members to contribute their ideas, insights and experiences to help shape a Community Disaster Resilience Plan.
This Plan will identify local strengths, needs, and priorities when it comes to preparing for emergencies and disasters on the Mornington Peninsula.
The Community Disaster Resilience Plan will guide how we support the community to prepare for:
n Clear communication during emergencies
n Plan and prioritise emergency preparedness activities
n Assess the impact of our actions and improve future responses.
The Plan will also focus on reducing disaster risk and strengthening protective factors by:
n Leading change and coordinating preparedness through strong networks and partnerships
n Educating and engaging our community about disaster readiness
n Empowering individuals and communities to take action and build local resilience.
Have your say at mornpen.vic.gov. au/disasterplan
CR David Gill, pictured in 2022, has been calling for action to make sure lanes and
hands. Picture: Yanni
SKYWHALE, 2013 and Skywhalepapa, 2020, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra. Picture: Patricia Piccinini
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The Guide
TOP PICKS OF THE WEEK
FRIDAY SHERWOOD
ABC TV, 8.35pm
THURSDAY MURDOCH MYSTERIES
7TWO, 8.30pm
A bit of clever programming – or perhaps pure luck (this writer suspects the latter) – has timed author Margaret Atwood’s guest-starring role in this long-running Canadian detective drama to coincide with the final season of The Handmaid’s Tale. Atwood (pictured) plays amateur ornithologist Loren Quinnell, who helps crack the case tonight in “Murdoch and the Treasure of Lima”, after a treasure hunter approaches Detective Watts (Daniel Maslany) about a trove of stolen Incan gold.
A Nottinghamshire native, James Graham wanted to explore the difficult subjects that defined his hometown when creating this working-class crime drama. In the second season, tempers are running high amid a proposal for a new colliery when a senseless murder threatens to revive historic turf wars. David Morrissey (pictured) returns as Detective Ian St Clair, while widowed Julie Jackson (Lesley Manville) is still in town – but is unsure if she’s sticking around.
Thursday, April 10
SUNDAY
DARBY AND JOAN
Bringing a dash of sunshine and an outback setting to the cosy murder genre, this relaxed Aussie series about a retired detective and an English nurse solving crimes on a Queensland road trip features a who’s who of Australian actors in its second season: Debra Lawrance, Sigrid Thornton, Gary Sweet, Pia Miranda, John Jarratt and Natalie Bassingthwaite, to name a few. Tonight’s penultimate episode finds Jack (Bryan Brown) and Joan (Greta Scacchi) in Maryville, where her estranged sister Max (Lisa Hensley) has some news: she’s engaged to Dermot (Marcus Graham), a man she just met. However, when Dermot collapses suddenly, Joan investigates the possibility that he was poisoned.
MONDAY TIPPING POINT: TRAVEL GUIDES
NINE, 7.30pm
Before the Travel Guides cast embark on their eighth season of adventures, some of TV’s most seasoned travellers try their luck against the Tipping Point machine in this fun-filled special. Victorian retirees Kevin and Janetta, Melbourne friends Kev, Teng and Dorian, and Newcastle couple Matt and Brett go head-to-
Chasing A Dream. (PGa, R) 8.30 Sydney’s Super Tunnel: Down And Dirty. Teams continue to work underneath Sydney Harbour. 9.30 Virdee. (M) The victim of the nightclub attack is identified. 10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05 Breaking Point. (Mlv) 12.00 Blinded. (Malns, R) 1.45 Desperate Measures. (Malv, R) 3.25 Inside The Modelling Agency. (PGl, R) 4.20 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 5. Adelaide v Geelong. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game.
11.00 Kick Ons. A preview of the upcoming AFL matches.
11.30 The Chernobyl Disaster: Firestorm. (Ma, R) Firefighters battle the blaze.
12.30 Emergency Call. (PGa, R) 1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 RBT. (PGl, R) Follows the activities of police units.
8.30 Emergency. (Mlm, R) A motorcyclist has a broken pelvis. Dr Steve Pinkus has shocking news for a patient. 9.30 A+E After Dark. (Mlm) Looks behind the scenes at three UK hospitals.
Friday, April 11
ABC (2)
6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Planet America. (R) 10.30 The Pacific. (R) 11.00 ANZAC Battlefields. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Unforgotten. (Mal, R)
2.00 Restoration Australia. (R) 3.00 Back Roads. (PG, R) 3.30 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 4.10 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.
7.35 Gardening Australia. Hannah Moloney visits Bruny Island. 8.35 Sherwood. (Return, Mdlv) A murder threatens to reignite historic turf wars.
9.35 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (PG, R) A satirical news program.
10.05 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
10.35 Fresh Blood: Urvi Went To An All Girls’ School. (Mls, R)
11.05 ABC Late News.
11.25 Father Brown. (PGav, R)
12.10 Mayfair Witches. (Mal, R)
12.55 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)
5.00 Rage. (PG)
ABC FAMILY (22)
Programs. 3.55pm Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 5.20 Kangaroo Beach. 5.50 Paddington. 6.40 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.30 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament Of Houses. 10.40 Late Programs.
NITV (34)
SBS (3) SEVEN (7) TEN (10) NINE (9)
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.10 Curious Traveller. (R) 10.10 Matched. (PG, R) 11.00 Hidden Beauty Of Spain. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The Queen’s Guard: A Year In Service. (Ml, R) 2.55 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Mesopotamia 3D. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Mystery Of The Nazca Lines. (PG, R)
8.40 Bettany Hughes’ Lost Worlds: Nabataeans. (PG) Bettany Hughes arrives in Petra. 9.40 Scotland’s Scenic Railways: West Highland Line, Forth Bridge, Blair Castle. (R) A look at Scotland’s West Highland line.
10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05 A Body That Works. (Mls) 12.05 Romulus. (MA15+av, R) 2.05 Agent Hamilton. (Mav, R) 3.45 Inside The Modelling Agency. (PGln, R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Nikki And Nora: Sister Sleuths. (2022, PGav) Hunter King. 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. A lead-up to the Friday night AFL match. 7.30 Football. AFL. Round 5. Collingwood v Sydney. From Adelaide Oval. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game.
11.15 GetOn Extra. A look at the weekend’s best racing.
11.45 9-1-1: Lone Star. (Mav, R) An armoured truck heist is carried out. 12.45 The Black Donnellys. (Premiere, Mdsv) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.
6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Medical Emergency. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00
Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE:
6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 West Coast Cops. (Mv) The final wave of UK recruits are introduced.
8.30 MOVIE: Monster-In-Law. (2005, Ms, R) A woman faces opposition from her future mother-in-law, who is determined to prevent her son’s wedding. Jennifer Lopez, Jane Fonda, Michael Vartan.
10.30 MOVIE: Moonstruck.
(1987, PGal, R) A bookkeeper falls for the brother of her fiancé. Cher.
12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Airborne: Nature In Our Skies: In Flight Meals. (PGa) Takes a look at the quest for food. 8.40 The Graham Norton Show. (Ml, R) Graham Norton is joined on the couch by Demi Moore, Lady Gaga, Colin Farrell, Richard Ayoade, Jack Savoretti and Miles Kane. 11.00 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.25 The Project. (R) 12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 1.35pm Hypothetical. 2.30 The Artist’s View. 3.05 Over The Black Dot. 3.40 BBC News At Ten. 4.10 ABC World News Tonight. 4.40 PBS News. 5.40 History’s Crazy Rich Ancients. 6.05 If You Are The One. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Secrets Of Polygamy. 10.10 Adam Looking For Eve. 11.50 Pose. 2.55am NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s
2: Living The Dream. Continued. (2007, PG, English, Spanish) 7.10 Shin Ultraman. (2022, PG, Japanese, English, Russian) 9.15 Malcolm. (1986, PG) 10.50 This Is Spinal Tap. (1984, M) 12.20pm Logan’s Run. (1976, M) 2.30 The Movie Show. 3.05 Goal! (2005, PG) 5.15 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 7.30 The Client. (1994, M) 9.45 The Secrets We Keep. (2020, MA15+) 11.35 Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 7.50 Bushwhacked! 8.40 Spartakus. 10.00 Great Parks Of Africa. 11.00 Going Places. Noon MOVIE: Mortal Kombat. (1995) 2.00 Strait To The Plate. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Nula. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Great Parks Of Africa. 7.30 MOVIE: The Witches. (2020) 9.40 MOVIE: Get Hard. (2015, MA15+) 11.30 Late Programs.
Saturday, April 12
ABC TV (2)
6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 6.55 Rage Closer. (R) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 11.55 Rage Closer. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Death In Paradise. (Ma, R) 1.25 Darby And Joan. (PGa, R) 2.15 Extraordinary Escapes. (PG, R) 3.00 Dinosaurs Of The Frozen Continent. (R) 3.50 A Life In Ten Pictures. (PG, R) 4.40 Creative Types With Virginia Trioli. (PGv, R) 5.10 Landline. (R) 5.40 Australian Story. (R)
6.10 Father Brown. (PGav) Brenda is embroiled in a deadly local dispute.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Death In Paradise. (Final, Mv) A plane passenger vanishes mid-flight.
8.30 Vera. (Ma, R) Vera investigates when the body of the co-owner of a chip shop is found in his own freezer, uncovering secrets, lies and some unforgivable behaviour as she tries to unwrap the case.
10.05 Unforgotten. (Mal, R) The team finds suspects further afield.
10.50 Boat Story. (MA15+dlv, R) Janet and Samuel are caught in the crossfire.
11.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6am Goal!
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6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.05 Incredible Homes. (R) 10.05 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 11.00 Ageless Gardens. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Figure Skating. ISU Synchronised Championships. Highlights. 3.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Tour Of Flanders. Men’s race. Highlights. 4.30 Heroines. 5.00 Going Places. (PG, R) 5.30 Shipwrecked: The Crispi Sinking.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Wonders Of Europe: Schonbrunn Palace.
8.30 Snowdon & Margaret: A Scandalous Affair. (PGa, R) Explores Princess Margaret’s marriage. 9.25 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy: Rome. (PG, R) Stanley Tucci heads to Rome. 10.15 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PGa, R)
11.15 Paris Paris. (Ms, R) 3.10 Bamay. (R) 4.05 Peer To Peer. (PG, R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. The Star Championships Day, Golden Mile Race Day and PKF Italian Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Narrated by Grant Bowler.
7.30 MOVIE: The Day After Tomorrow. (2004, Ma, R) A sudden ice age engulfs Earth. Dennis Quaid, Jake Gyllenhaal. 9.55 MOVIE: The Book Of Eli. (2010, MA15+v, R) A man fights to protect a sacred book. Denzel Washington, Gary Oldman.
12.20 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Taupo Super400. Day 1. Highlights. 1.20 The Black Donnellys. (Mdsv)
2.30 To Be Advised.
4.00 It’s Academic. (R) 5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PGln, R)
6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 ACA. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Destination WA. (R) 12.30 Young Sheldon. (PGadlsv, R) 1.00 Let’s Eat With George. 1.30 MOVIE: Oddball. (2015, G, R)
3.30 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (PGl, R)
4.30 The Garden Gurus.
5.00 9News First At Five.
5.30
6.00 9News Saturday.
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. A couple have a five-bed Donvale home. 8.30 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 9.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mdlm, R) A specialist critical care paramedic responds to a head-on collision that has left a driver trapped in their car. 10.30 Elsbeth. (Ma, R) Elsbeth investigates the death of a billionaire. 11.30 FBI. (Mv, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. 6am Morning Programs. 2.45pm Beyond Oak Island. 3.35 WorldWatch. 5.30 Over The Black Dot. 6.00 Our Law. 6.35 Engineering Tomorrow. 7.30 Impossible Engineering. 8.25 Special Forces: Most Daring Missions. 9.20 The Hunt For Stolen Nazi Treasure. 10.10 The Artist’s View. 10.40 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Paris-Roubaix. Women’s race. 1.25am The Swiping Game. 1.40 PEN15. 2.50 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 4.20pm Odd Squad. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Octonauts And The Great Swamp Search. 5.50 Paddington. 6.40 Ben And Holly. 6.55 Rocket Club. 7.30 Harry Potter: Wizards Of Baking. 8.10 Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament Of Houses. 8.55 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.35 Speechless. 9.55 Officially Amazing. 10.25 Dragon Ball Super. 10.50 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 8.15 Dancing At Lughnasa. (1998, PG) 10.00 The Big Chill. (1983, M) Noon The Devil Has A Name. (2019, M) 1.50 Goal! 2: Living The Dream. (2007, PG,
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: Mrs Doubtfire. (1993, PGal, R) A man poses as a female housekeeper. Robin Williams, Sally Field.
10.00 MOVIE: The Birdcage. (1996, Ml, R) A gay club owner pretends to be straight. Robin Williams.
12.15 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PGds, R)
1.15 Let’s Eat With George. (R)
1.45 Talking Honey. (PG, R)
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PG)
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
Sunday, April 13
6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 10.30 Offsiders. 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Songs Of Praise. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 2.30 Monty Don’s Japanese Gardens. (R) 4.30 Restoration Australia. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.30 Compass: The Bishop Who Knew Too Much. (PG)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Darby And Joan. (Mad) Jack and Joan investigate a poisoning.
8.15 Unforgotten. (Mal) Mel and Asif are taken into custody.
9.05 Boat Story. (MA15+v) Reeling from what they just witnessed, Janet and Samuel scramble to make their next move.
10.05 MOVIE: Windrider. (1986, Mdls, R) A windsurfer and a singer fall in love. Nicole Kidman. 11.35 You Can’t Ask That. (Mal, R) 12.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R) 3.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 4.30 Insiders. (R)
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6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Incredible Homes. (R) 10.00 FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. 11.30 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. (R) 12.00 APAC Weekly. 12.30 PBS Washington Week. 12.55 Wrestling. (R) 1.00 Motor Racing. ProMX Championships. Round 2. 4.00 Heroines. (PG) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Tour Of Flanders. Women’s Highlights. 5.30 Operation: March On Rome. 6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Sunday Footy Feast. 2.30 AFL Pre-Game Show. Pre-game coverage of the match. 3.00 Football. AFL. Round 5. St Kilda v GWS Giants.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Ancient Empires. (Mav) Looks at the life of Julius Ceasar. 9.30 Clash Of The Crown Princes. Looks at Rudolf of Austria and Wilhelm of Prussia.
10.30 What They Found. (MA15+aw)
11.20 Mayhem: Secret Lives Of Georgian Kings. (PGav, R) 12.15 Rebel With A Cause: Neville Bonner. (PGal, R) 1.15 Empires Of New York. (MA15+ad, R) 3.45 Britain’s Great Outdoors. (R) 4.15 Bamay. (R) 4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.
SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 3.30pm Octonauts: Over Under Adv. 3.50 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.05 Grace’s Amazing Machines. 4.20 Odd Squad. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.50 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.35 Moominvalley. 8.00 Horrible Histories. 8.30 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.10 Abbott Elementary. 9.55 Speechless. 10.15 Merlin. 11.00 Late Programs.
NITV (34)
6am Morning Programs. 1.20pm Football. NTFL. Men’s. Under-18s. Round 11. Wanderers v Palmerston. Replay. 2.35 Yorky Billy. 2.55 MOVIE: The Endangered Generation? (2022, PG) 4.30 MOVIE: Amazing Grace. (2018) 6.05 Queer & Here. 6.45 Waterworld Africa. 7.35 The Frontier. 8.30 MOVIE: Alick & Albert. (2021) 10.00 MOVIE: The Piano. (1993, MA15+) 12.10am Late Programs.
6am Morning
Programs. 10.00 The Movie Show. 12.15pm Figure Skating. ISU European Championships. Highlights. 1.45 Jeopardy! 3.50 ABC World News Tonight. 4.20 PBS Washington Week. 4.45 The Artist’s View: A-ha. 5.15 Domino Masters. 6.10 Abandoned Engineering. 7.05 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Paris-Roubaix. Men’s race. 1.50am Letterkenny. 2.50 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.
SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)
6am The
World’s Fastest Indian. Continued. (2005, PG) 8.00
It All Began When I Met You. (2013, PG, Japanese) 10.00 Kin. (2018, M) 11.55 The Client. (1994, M) 2.10pm A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 4.25 Sometimes Always Never. (2018, PG) 6.05 Fried Green Tomatoes. (1991, PG) 8.30 The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button. (2008, M, English, Russian, French) 11.30 Late Programs.
New Zealand. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. 5.25 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Australian Story. Presented by Leigh Sales.
8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.
9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Presented by Linton Besser.
9.35 Q+A. Presented by Patricia Karvelas. 10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. (R)
11.10 Planet America. (R) 11.40 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (PG, R) 12.10 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 1.00 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.20 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 5. Port Adelaide v Hawthorn.
10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game.
11.00 MOVIE: Firestarter. (2022, MA15+av)
A girl gains the power to set things on fire. Zac Efron, Ryan Kiera Armstrong.
1.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Taupo Super400. Day 2. Highlights. 2.00 Home Shopping.
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6am Morning Programs. 10.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 10.30 Australia’s Best Backyards. 11.00 I Escaped To The Country. Noon Escape To The Country. 1.00 The Surgery Ship. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 3.30 Better Homes. 4.30 I Escaped To The Country. 5.30
6.00 9News Sunday.
7.00 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.
8.00 RBT. (Ml) Follows the activities of police units.
8.30 The People V Michael Jackson. (MA15+a) Takes a look at the 2005 People versus Michael Jackson criminal trial from the jurors’ point of view.
10.30 Footy Furnace. (Mlv)
11.30 9News Late.
12.00 The First 48. (Mav)
12.50 Destination WA. (PG)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30
Drive TV: Drive Car Of The Year. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
Dad’s Army. 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: U.S. Marshals. (1998, M) 11.10 Late Programs. 9GEM (92) 7TWO (72) 6am Children’s Programs.
6.00 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news.
7.00 Australian Survivor. (PGl) Presented by Jonathan LaPaglia. 8.10 Matlock. (PGa) A pregnant woman asks for Olympia’s help obtaining a divorce from her husband, whose family is a client of the firm. 9.10 FBI. (Mv) When an undercover FBI agent is killed in the field, the team makes the unnerving discovery that the identities of multiple undercover agents have been compromised, including Maggie. 11.10 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Destination Flavour. (R) 9.20 Curious Traveller. (R) 10.20 Matched. (PG, R) 11.10 Hidden Beauty Of Spain. (PGa) 12.10 WorldWatch. 1.00 PBS News Weekend. 1.30 Al Jazeera News Hour. 2.00 The Queen’s Guard: A Year In Service. (Ml, R) 2.55 Travel Shooters. (Premiere) 3.25 The Cook Up. (R) 3.55 London’s Super Tunnel. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Milan With Michael Portillo. (PGa) Michael Portillo gets behind the wheel.
8.30 Pompeii: The New Dig: The Final Hours. (Final, PGan, R) The archaeologists complete the excavation.
9.35 24 Hours In Emergency: Never Let You Down. (M) A 66-year-old woman has burn injuries.
10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 Syndrome E. (Malv) 12.00 Infiniti. (MA15+av, R) 2.00 Son Of. (Madlv, R) 3.45 Inside The Modelling Agency. (PG, R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 3.55pm Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 5.20 Kangaroo Beach. 5.50 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Dino Dex. (Premiere) 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 The Crystal Maze. 9.30 Street Science. 9.50 Merlin. 10.30 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 10.55 Late Programs.
ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 7.05 Fried Green Tomatoes. (1991, PG) 9.30 Roman Holiday. (1953, PG) 11.40 And So It Goes. (2014, M) 1.20pm The Cover. (2021, M,
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Darrow And Darrow. (2017, PGav, R) Kimberly Williams-Paisley. 3.00 Beat The Chasers UK. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 Highway Patrol. (PGa) A hitand-run driver is found at home.
8.30 9-1-1: Lone Star. (Mad) The 126 races into action when a horse barrels into a brewery and a bus full of tourists all experience seizures.
9.30 The Agenda Setters. (R) A team of trusted and respected footy voices tackles the biggest topics in the AFL world.
10.30 Suits L.A. (M) 11.30 St. Denis Medical. (PGal) 12.00 Treadstone. (MA15+av)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Two Chefs And A Wedding Cake. (2023, G, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. (PG)
6.00 9News.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Australian Survivor. (Final, l) Presented by Jonathan LaPaglia. 9.00 Sam Pang Tonight. (Mals) A weekly tonight show hosted by Sam Pang, featuring a monologue roasting the news of the week. 10.00 Taskmaster Australia. (Mals, R) Hosted by Tom Gleeson. 11.10 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.35 The Project. (R) 12.35 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Devoured. 2.55 Wine Lovers’ Guide. 3.30 WorldWatch. 5.45 History’s Crazy Rich Ancients. 6.10 Mysteries From Above. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 UFOs: Investigating The Unknown. 9.25 Myths: The Greatest Mysteries Of Humanity. 10.30 The Weekly Football Wrap. 11.00 Alone Australia. 12.05am Viva La Vulva. 1.05 Late Programs.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Tipping Point: Travel Guides. Hosted by Todd Woodbridge. 9.00 Footy Classified. (Ml) Footy experts tackle the AFL’s big issues. 10.00 9News Late.
10.30 The Prison Confessions Of Gypsy-Rose Blanchard. (Malv) 11.20 Police After Dark. (Mlv, R)
12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
Tuesday, April 15
ABC (2)
SBS (3) SEVEN (7)
NINE (9) 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Aust Story. (R) 10.30 Compass. (PG, R) 11.00 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (PG, R) 11.30 Space 22. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Call The Midwife. (PG, R) 2.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 3.00 Back Roads. (R) 3.30 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. 5.25 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (PG, R) 9.05 Curious Traveller. (R) 10.05 Matched. (PG, R) 11.00 Food Markets. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Mystery Of The Assassination Of JFK. (Mav, R) 2.50 The Weekly Football Wrap. (R) 3.20 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 London’s Super Tunnel. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys: Bangor To Belfast. (R)
8.30 Insight. Kumi Taguchi explores escapism.
9.30 Finding The Archibald. (Final, Ml, R)
10.30 The ABC Of... (PG, R) 11.00 News. 11.15 The Business. (R) 11.30 Four Corners. (R) 12.15 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.35 Q+A. (R) 1.35 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 2.20 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 3.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.45 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
9.30 Dateline: Venice’s Tourist Overload. (R) A look at the impact of tourism on Venice. 10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 Guillaume’s Paris. (R) 11.00 Snow. (Mal) 11.55 Illegals. (MA15+al, R) 1.45 Faking Hitler. (Man, R) 3.30 Inside The Modelling Agency. (PGls, R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 4.55 Poh & Co. Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Darrow And
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 The Americas: The Amazon. (PG) Takes a look at the Amazon.
8.30 9-1-1: Lone Star. (Ma) The 126 races to save a man crushed under a vending machine. Owen finally faces his brother’s death.
9.30 The Agenda Setters. (R) A team of trusted and respected footy voices tackles the biggest topics in the AFL world.
10.30 The Irrational. (Mav)
11.30 St. Denis Medical. (PGal)
12.00 The Act. (MA15+ans, R)
1.10 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Paramedics. (Mm, R)
8.30 Australian Crime Stories: The Money Or The Bomb. (Mv, R) Takes a look at the Qantas bomb hoax.
9.40 Footy Classified. (Ml) Footy experts tackle the AFL’s big issues.
11.10 The Equalizer. (Mav, R)
12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
12.50 Talking Honey. (PG)
1.00 Fish Forever. (R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Building Ideas. (PG) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
TEN (10)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa) Naomi loves a whippet but her daughters prefer a dachshund. A Bull Arab is Hayley’s dream dog. 8.40 NCIS.
10.30 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.55 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.05pm Paddington. 2.45 Fizzy And Suds. 3.00 Play School. 3.40 Mecha Builders. 3.55 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 5.20 Kangaroo Beach. 5.50 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Dino Dex. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Deadly 60. 9.10 Ice Age. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am
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6am Morning
Programs. 2pm One Armed Chef. 2.55 Bamay. 3.25 Uncovering Incels. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.45 History’s Crazy Rich Ancients. 6.10 Mysteries From Above. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 James May: Our Man In... Japan. 10.30 Duelling Daredevils. 11.20 Taskmaster. 1.10am Conversations. 2.55 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.
6am Shopping. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Australia’s Best Backyards. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00
Over The Black Dot. 10.00 Hunting Aotearoa. 10.30 MOVIE: Monkey Beach. (2020, M) 12.20am Late Programs.
Morning Programs. 8.35 Little Nicholas’ Treasure. (2021, PG, French) 10.30 The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button. (2008, M, English, Russian, French) 1.30pm Fried Green Tomatoes. (1991, PG) 3.55 Mary And The Witch’s Flower. (2017, PG) 5.50 All Roads Lead To Rome. (2015, PG) 7.30 The Promise. (2016, M) 9.55 The Handmaid’s Tale. (1990, MA15+) 11.55 Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Aquariums: The Dark Hobby. 1.30 Our Law. 2.00 Strait To The Plate.
Wednesday, April 16
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 Destination Flavour. (R) 3.40 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 Mystery Of The Ark Of Covenant. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.25 Federal Election Announcement. (R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 6.55 Federal Election Announcement. (R) 7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Australia Votes: Leaders’ Debate.
9.00 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (PG)
9.30 Fresh Blood: Westerners. (Premiere, Mlv)
10.00 Planet America. 10.35 Mayfair Witches. (MA15+a, R) 11.20 ABC Late News. 11.35 The Business. (R) 11.55 In Limbo. (Mal, R) 12.50 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 1.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 2.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.25 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell. 6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Alone Australia. (M) The survivalists’ race to catch a wallaby.
8.40 The Handmaid’s Tale. (MA15+) June struggles to save her loved ones. Commander Lawrence welcomes diplomats to New Bethlehem. Aunt Lydia searches for Janine. 10.40 SBS World News Late. 11.10 My Brilliant Friend. (Mlsv, R) 3.30 Inside The Modelling Agency. (PGl, R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 4.55 Poh & Co. Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
Body Of Lies. (2008, MA15+) 10.50 MOVIE: Moneyball. (2011, M) 1.15am Letterkenny. 2.50 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.45pm Fizzy And Suds. 3.00 Play School. 3.40 Mecha Builders. 3.55 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 5.20 Kangaroo Beach. 5.50 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Dino Dex. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Abbott Elementary. 9.25 Doctor Who. 10.55 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am All Roads Lead To Rome. (2015, PG) 7.45 Mary And The Witch’s Flower. (2017, PG) 9.40 The Glassworker. (2024, PG, Urdu, English) 11.30 The Promise. (2016, M) 1.55pm Murder Party. (2022, PG, French) 3.50 The Last Wave. (1977, PG) 5.50 Sun Children. (2020, PG, Farsi) 7.40 6 Days. (2017, M) 9.30 The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo. (2009,
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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Darrow And Darrow: Body Of Evidence. (2018, PGav, R) Kimberly Williams-Paisley. 3.00 Beat The Chasers UK. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG, R) Hosted by Lee Mack.
8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Unfiltered. (PGa) Hamish McLachlan sits down with key football stars and personalities to reveal their stories.
10.00 The Stevenson Experience: Stranger Twins. (MA15+ls) A standup comedy show by The Stevenson Experience. 11.30 Autopsy USA: Dick Clark. (Ma, R)
12.30 Midnight Texas. (MA15+hv)
2.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Finding Love In Saint Lucia. (2023) Brooke Burfitt. 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon.
Tipping Point Australia. (PG)
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (PGs) Comedy panel show.
8.30 The Grand Tour. (Ml, R) Richard Hammond, Jeremy Clarkson and James May head to Loch Ness in Scotland. 9.50 Wild Cards. (Mv) Max opens up to Ellis about her mum. 10.50 9News Late.
11.20 The Equalizer. (MA15+v, R) 12.10 Next Stop. 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith. 8.40 Elsbeth. (Mad) A party girl wakes up on Halloween after a wild night on the town afraid she may have committed murder.
9.40 NCIS: Origins. (Mv) The evidence room is broken into. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 The Project. (R) 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 2.05pm Queer Sports. 3.15 The Weekly Football
Cats.
Tyabb warbird takes flight at Avalon International Airshow
brendan@mpnews.com.au
A VINTAGE aircraft from Tyabb has taken to the skies at the Avalon International Airshow, with a young Mornington Peninsula-based pilot showcasing its timeless beauty.
The De Havilland Tiger Moth bi-plane, which is part of Judy Pay’s collection of old warbirds at the Old Aeroplane Company in Tyabb, flew as part of the “Frozen Five” Tiger Moth formation team in front of thousands of aviation enthusiasts on 28 March.
Originally designed in the 1930s,
for England’s Royal Air Force, before later being used for “barnstorming” to entertain crowds at airshows and joy flights.
Pilot Heath Wittmer, a 25-year-old passionate aviator since childhood, was at the helm of the biplane at the airshow for the first time in what he described as a privilege and unforgettable experience.
“I worked at Avalon when I was younger, every single time it was on, so seeing it from above was just something special,” he said, adding the atmosphere of “seeing all the planes lined up” as he taxied down
the runway was electrifying.
A plumber by day, the Crib Point resident said the opportunity to perform at Avalon was “pretty exciting – we are very lucky”.
While windy conditions sadly called off the Frozen Five’s chance to fly at the airshow’s weekend display, Wittmer said being able to perform on the Friday before the main show was still a great thrill.
“It was a big step forward for our Tiger Moth group, we were pretty stoked to do it,” he said.
Wittmer first flew solo when he was just 18 before going on to attain his pilot’s licence two years later.
As a kid growing up in Tyabb, he would “run down to Judy’s hangar after school every day,” where he started volunteering at about aged eight – which he said no doubt sparked his dream to fly, and beginning a friendship with Pay.
Wittmer said he was incredibly grateful for the opportunity to fly Pay’s Tiger Moth, noting the “whole aspect of the Old Aeroplane Company definitely got me into flying for sure”.
Pay, a respected pilot of more than four decades and renowned restorer of vintage aeroplanes across Australia, said four of the Frozen Five Tiger Moths (which was named after
the freezing temperature exposures of an open cockpit) were based at Tyabb with the other based at Moorabbin Airport.
“It’s an interesting old thing,” she said of her dark bottle green coloured Tiger Moth, which has a top cruise speed of about 70-75 knots (just under 140kph).
“It doesn’t fly well, but there’s something about it, you come back with a silly grin on your face,” she said.
“I guess it’s like an early vintage car; they don’t handle all that well by today’s standards, but they are just a lot of fun.”
Heath Wittmer with the Tiger Moth. Picture: Supplied
The Frozen Five perform at the Avalon International Airshow. Picture: Duncan Fenn
Importance of the PBS
While our community has many problems to solve, our Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme has solved a big problem for me.
As a lifelong sufferer from asthma I can’t give enough thanks for the PBS in helping me to live through to old age.
Last year I had several small operations on my lungs by Professor Langdon at the Frankston Hospital. I would like to extend my thanks to Professor Langdon and to all the caring staff there!
Although I still require many medications, our PBS makes them both affordable and readily available. How lucky we are to be an Australian! Jim Miller, Mt Martha Pennies from heaven
This morning, my wife and I received our increased aged pension payments which have been widely pushed by our Labor politicians as saving recipients from the bread line.
We were excited to see our pensions increased by $3.50 each, totalling a whole $7 per fortnight or $14 a month.
We agreed we could now afford an additional coffee each a month, However, our euphoria was short lived, we realised our health insurance premium increased $17 a month on April fool’s day. Bugger!
We then realised we would have to wait for the government’s $5 a week increase for all Australian until July next year, to reinstate our once-amonth coffee purchase.
Oops! I forgot that increase only applies to taxpayers and not pensioners, self-funded retires, junior and some part time employees.
Like many Australians close to 80 years of age and planning to live for a further 10 to 15 years, we trust future government payments are in line with the real cost of living movements and payable to all Australians.
Bruce White, Safety Beach Jet ski joke
Regarding the article that appeared on 1 April (New laws to protect swimmers from jet ski danger, The News 1/4/2025).
If only it was true and not MPNG’s traditional April Fools Day joke.
However, the persistence of jet ski safety and complaint issues highlights the need for a more effective approach to regulation.
Currently, despite the efforts of various community groups including the around the Bay Regulate Jet Skis Group and council, the measures in place remain insufficient.
We have been advocating for a straightforward solution: modifying zoning regulations to increase the number of jet ski-free/swim-only zones, requiring jet skis to remain a kilometre offshore after launching (prohibiting shoreline berthing), and defining jet skis separately from boats to allow for craft-specific rules.
It is essential for Parks Victoria and the responsible Minister to acknowledge their role in this matter and take long overdue action.
It is imperative to establish an environment for beachgoers and swimmers, free from the hazards and disruption posed by jet skis.
Mechelle Cheers, Rye Faith restored
Thank you to the Mornington Peninsula News Group and the engaged citizens of the peninsula for an impressive pre-election public discussion in the letters page (Electioneering heats up, Letters 1/4/25).
Letters are mostly respectful, make valid points, and demonstrate engagement in the political process.
This, alongside the positive story about the extension of the Briars wildlife sanctuary - protected by local citizens from the Harry Potter show last year (The Briars expansion near completion, The News 1/4/25) is restoring my faith in both community and democracy.
Amy Hiller, Kew
Postal vote deception
I received some troubling mail from the Liberal Party this week regarding postal voting. What appeared to be official postal vote registration materials turns out to be a concerning data collection exercise. The forms, while mimicking
official documentation, direct applicants to return their completed forms to the Liberal Party’s address rather than directly to the Australian Electoral Commission where they belong.
Most concerning is that these forms request security questions and answers - the very information commonly used to verify one’s identity with financial institutions and government services. This personal data is being collected by a political party without adequate transparency about how it will be used or stored.
The practice of intercepting this process raises significant questions about data privacy and the integrity of our electoral system. I can’t say I expected anything more though. Most of us have more integrity in our pinky toes than the whole Liberal Party combined.
Craig Fern, Sorrento
McKenzie support
I am writing to express my support for Zoe McKenzie, the Federal Member for Flinders, and to acknowledge her significant contributions to our community and the nation.
Elected in May 2022, Zoe has demonstrated unwavering dedication to the residents of the Mornington Peninsula. Her commitment to local initiatives is evident through her work with many organizations in her electorate.
Zoe’s professional background is both diverse and impressive. As a former small business owner specialising in international trade, she possesses firsthand insight into the challenges faced by local enterprises. Her legal expertise in employment and equal opportunity law, coupled with her service on the boards of NBN Co and the Australia Council for the Arts, underscores her multifaceted skill set.
In Parliament, Zoe has been an active participant, serving on several committees, including Employment, Education and Training; Communications and the Arts; and Intelligence and Security. Her legislative efforts reflect her commitment to addressing the needs of her constituents and the broader Australian community.
Beyond her professional and political endeavours, Zoe is deeply connected to our local environment. An avid scuba diver, she is passionate about preserving the natural beauty of the Peninsula for future generations.
Zoe McKenzie’s dedication, experience, and community involvement make her an invaluable representative for Flinders. I wholeheartedly support her continued efforts to enhance our community and advocate for our collective interests.
Phil Haas, Blairgowrie
Coalition debt
Zoe McKenzie’s ability to rewrite history is extraordinary. She says “I served in the last Coalition government that retired a generation of Labor’s debt and in the early 2000s” and “Thanks to Labor’s mismanagement of the Australian economy, and the delivery of a dangerous 2025 budget – that option will be denied the next generation of Australians, and we will be in a constant battle to redress the reckless spending and decade of debt and deficit left to future generations by Labor”.
None of this is true.
The last Coalition government did not retire Labor’s debt they tripled it by adding $500b to the nation’s debt through their nine consecutive budget deficits.
Labor has since delivered two surpluses which have reduced the debt by nearly $200b!
How McKenzie can refer to the “decade of debt” left to Australia by Labor when it has only been in power for three years defies logic.
The debt is Coalition debt not Labor’s, that is not opinion it is irrefutable fact. What happens in the future is speculative at best but history clearly shows that the Coalition has no proven record of good economic management.
Ross Hudson, Mt Martha
Same campaign
“If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you always got” seems to be the motto of the Libs, who are confidently employing their usual arsenal of fear-mongering, false promises and untrue smears.
Do they not see that we have had enough of self-serving politics?
Do they not see that the more they use our
Hastings Club collapse
I came to Hastings to take over the local Barber Shop in 1966. Prior to that I had grown up in Wycheproof where community spirit and local football were of primary importance.
On arriving at Hastings I was automatically drawn to the local football club.
I was immediately impressed with the welcome I received and the leadership at the time of Norm Francis, Richard Everist, his father Frank and Ted Lillywhite.
They had a “bold initiative” to build their own clubhouse and dressing rooms due to the newly formed Shire of Hastings which was bereft of the necessary funds to carry out those works.
Now 59 years later, after all that was achieved in the ensuing years and having closely been involved throughout, to now see their dream come to an abrupt end due to the Mornington Peninsula Shire again lacking the willingness and necessary funds to avoid it happening, leaves me cold in disbelief and
dollars on this, the more they drive us elsewhere? Perhaps into the ever-growing camp of Ben Smit – refreshingly apolitical, caring, ethical and able. And funded by us, because we want change.
Paula Polson, Dromana
Tax cut vs excise cut
The Liberals full page ad, and comments in The News grossly overestimated the savings of halving the fuel excise for an average household.
In fact, the average daily savings of an excise cut (50-82c/day) per vehicle are very similar to the 73c/day (according to the Liberal candidate) tax savings per worker offered by the Labor Party.
The excise cut, however, is for just one year so the tax cuts would save average households significantly more overall.
The maths is easy.
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics the average distance travelled by cars in Australia is about 12,000 kms/yr. Depending on the vehicle you drive most drivers would save between 50c/ day (at 6L/100kms) and 82c/day (10L/100kms) if the excise is halved (ie reduced by 25c/L).
Charlie Clarke, Mornington
Libs attack ads
Libs have gone on the attack with exactly what most people do not want in political advertising.
All other candidates are running a good campaign based on the issues not innuendo, misinformation, outright lies and personal attacks on the other candidates like Ben Smith.
At the same time Ben’s material was delivered. It was professional and addressed what he was going to be working on. A big difference.
But when they have no policies what choice do they have? Can’t promote nuclear as their own party is against it. Liberal supporters (Liberals Against Nuclear) launched an election ad campaign against Peter Dutton’s plan to build nuclear power plants.
So Dutton has emulated a well-known hardware store’s policy matching Labor policies, but without the “beat it by 10% guarantee”.
Emulating Trumpism, promises with no detail. Do we really want Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price as the Minister for Government Efficiency emulating Musk? Eliminate 40,000 public sector jobs, will tell you more after the election? Actually, like Trump, most of their initiatives will be explained after the election.
Libs excel at Trumpistic tactics:
1. Black Swan Theory, a rare, unexpected event that has a huge impact and is difficult to predict,
totally dismayed.
How could our local council just walk away from such an impressive and much needed community inspired entity?
All that is left for me is to do is acknowledge all those wonderful people who have willingly “rolled up their sleeves” to voluntarily contribute physically and financially to make that original dream become a “bold reality” and thank them all immensely.
On behalf of the members and community it also has to be acknowledged, since this sadly evolved over the past two years, the leadership and incredible personal commitment of David Gibbs and Peter Newton for advocating so strongly for a much better outcome.
In the recorded history of Hastings this will go down as one of its saddest outcomes and one which, in my personal opinion, will also live on permanently as a black mark against the Mornington Peninsula Shire.
Brian L. Stahl OAM JP, Hastings
there is no past data to indicate when they could occur.
2. Imaging something improbable, then feeding off the controversy.
3. Creating doubt, which does not have to be true or accurate, just outrageous enough to sow the seeds of doubt and its energised cousin, fear.
4. Throwing so much garbage into the wind that no one can keep up with it, just hoping some of it sticks.
5. Throwing out sound bites and hope no one asks for details.
6. Inundate other candidates with smear campaigns.
Look to the USA, do we want to duplicate that here?
Joe Lenzo, Safety Beach
Public School Funding
It would be interesting to know Zoe McKenzie’s commitment to fully funding public schools on the peninsula. The Albanese Labor government recently signed an historic agreement with Victoria to provide 25% of public school funding with the state government providing 75%. This will be the first time that both levels of government have agreed to provide public schools with the funding needed to bring them to the minimum level of resourcing outlined by the Gonski Review in 2012 . As a government school teacher on the peninsula for more than two decades, I have watched principals and teachers struggling to provide a quality education to their students without basic resourcing and support. School staff ensure that students don’t miss out by working ever harder and, often, paying for resources with their own money. Full funding is a matter of equity and fairness and goes to the heart of providing a fair go for everyone. Labor candidate Sarah Race sends her children to state schools and well understands this issue.
Dutton has never once supported the full funding of public schools. Not once has he said he would lift the government’s Schooling Resource Standard share from 20% to a minimum of 25%, as the Albanese government has committed to. In the 2013 election campaign, the Coalition promised to honour Gonski agreements and then ripped them up and cut $30b from public schools in the 2014 budget. In the decade following, schools have never caught up.
I hear Dutton has said he plans to cut the Federal Education Department and scrap the Australian Curriculum which was endorsed by the Morrison government in 2022. Somehow this curriculum has now become ‘woke’. Does McKenzie support this Trumpian agenda? There
is no evidence that she has disagreed with any of his policies in the past.
Deb Fischer, Arthurs Seat
Questionable values
What an excellent discussion on your Letters page last week about the candidates for Flinders.
As Geoff Hilton notes, “For the first time in a very long time there will be a competitive race in Flinders at the forthcoming federal election” (Flinders race, Letters 1/4/25).
Keith Davis, however, once again uses the page to disparage renewable energy, net zero, and climate concerns (Nuclear alarmists, Letters 1/4/25). He again promotes Chris Uhlmann’s documentary The Real Cost of Net Zero, despite its bias. Uhlmann extensively interviewed fossil fuel and nuclear industry representatives, but none from renewables.
His key nuclear advocate, Prof. Stephen Wilson, accompanied Liberal climate spokesperson Ted O’Brien on a 2023 US nuclear study tour. Wilson is a Visiting Fellow at the Institute of Public Affairs, a right-wing think tank funded by Gina Rinehart and known for climate scepticism. In a 2023 speech to the IPA, Wilson thanked “the far-sighted group of donors” led by Nick Jorss, executive chairman of Bowen Coking Coal and chair of Coal Australia.
Why is big coal funding nuclear advocacy? Because the Coalition’s nuclear proposal depends on extending coal power and mining, which the Climate Change Authority says would add two billion tonnes of emissions, jeopardizing Australia’s 2030 target and net zero.
This may not trouble Mr. Davis, but those who value transparency and climate action are seeking candidates who share these values – hard to find in the Coalition.
Ray Peck, Hawthorn
Busy times
Perhaps Marg D’Arcy (Transparency, Letters 25/3/25) was so involved in the selection process for the Labor candidate for Flinders that she missed the community-led search for a community independent candidate. It was well and truly out there for all to see and respond to.
As a community group, we are thrilled and proud to have such an excellent candidate in Ben Smith, who ticks all the boxes for the thousands of volunteers and supporters involved in his campaign.
Debbie de Laps, Pam Pitt, Gerard Heidjen, Hilda McLeod, Luke O’Brien, Organising Team, Independent for Flinders.
Ben Smith
Marg D’Arcy’s letter (Transparency, Letters 1/4/25) on Ben Smith’s background is both misleading and disappointing.
Let’s start with some transparency of our own: Marg was the Labor Party’s local campaign manager during the last election and remains deeply involved. While calling for transparency from others, she hasn’t declared her own clear political interests.
Attacking someone’s religious beliefs is unnecessary and unhelpful. It would be far more productive to focus on respectful discussion of policy and ideas, something our community is crying out for.
Ben has never hidden his faith – in fact, he has spoken about it openly. But to suggest his religion influences his politics is like saying his football team does. Of course it doesn’t.
I’m voting for Ben not because of his past religious affiliations, but because he is a genuinely caring, transparent, and principled person. He listens. He answers questions directly. And he shows up for our community without the party machine telling him how to vote.
Let’s focus on policies and integrity – not dog whistles and distractions.
Kim Robbins, Safety Beach
I’m Ben’s sister
To the great people of the peninsula, I’m writing in as Ben Smith’s sister, the Independent candidate for our area.
I know that politics can be pretty nasty, but I’m getting tired of hearing people intentionally spread lies about Ben - so I’d like to set the record straight.
I’ve known him all his life. Recently, I’ve encountered Liberal Party campaigners telling voters - including myself directly - that Ben is a “Mormon preacher”.
When I corrected them that he is not, and has no connection to the Mormon church, they said
that I am wrong and that they have it “on good authority” that he is Mormon.
I then confessed that I am Ben’s sister, and repeated that they are incorrect. Quite remarkably, they still insisted that I was wrong about him! And cited Facebook group gossip as more authoritative than his own family.
What disappoints me isn’t just the falsehood, but the calculated intent to undermine a good person who wants to serve his community and country.
Ben is a person of high integrity, and approaches challenges with compassion and pragmatism – qualities we desperately need in our representatives, and in the halls of Parliament. He is not in this for himself or for personal notoriety.
So, enough with the lies.
The peninsula deserves an honest conversation about our future and the future of our countrynot smear campaigns.
Ben would be a strong, dedicated representative who puts the community’s wellbeing above the corporate profits that dominate public policy.
After years of watching him help others and advocate for systems change, I know he has both the experience and character to represent Flinders with distinction.
Karli Smith, Dromana
Ben Smith
The avalanche of support for independent Ben Smith verges on infatuation.
The supposed concentration on “local issues” is a smoke screen intended to entrap the non-thinkers hoping for a revival of the Rosebud Hospital etc.
Fact is that “local issues” have little relevance to proceedings in the federal parliament which is supposed to be dealing with national issues. As an independent Ben Smith will have little influence on how such matters are decided. He will merely vote for them and maybe assert some deciding factor in a close contest.
What I would prefer to hear is his policies on matters such as immigration, inheritance taxes, electricity supply and construction of new dams.
Ben denies any connection with the Teal group yet does not deny that he is being funded by Climate 200, a known founder of the Teal movement. The Teals are not a formal party but they usually vote as a bloc and usually in unison with the Greens. However much he tries to deny it Ben is a Teal and this group is just another re-badging of the Greens.
A vote for Ben is a wasted vote no matter how impressive he may be as an individual.
The major parties make the decisions whether we like it or not. Labor will never be defeated by voting for an independent. If you are fed up with Albanese and his gang of thieves, you must vote Liberal despite their unimpressive candidates.
Barry Rumpf, McCrae
Ben Smith
As some one who is taking more interest in the up coming election than ever before, I am impressed with the effectiveness of Ben Smith’s campaign. It would appear from the many supporting letters in this paper each week and the posters all around the district that he has a strong chance of succeeding.
However I believe a closer look at Ben Smith is warranted.
There is no doubt that he is campaigning on some important local issues that we all want to see resolved.
Something interesting that has come to light is his involvement in a religious movement that is obviously an important factor in his life. It is hard to understand why Ben never mentioned this commitment when he first presented himself to the electorate. The other thing is that it is difficult to find out exactly what he is a member of. However, the thing that concerns me most is his continued claim of being Independent and only answers to his electorate.
The fact is he has accepted funding from Climate 200 which provides funding to 35 independents. Often to the tune of hundreds of thousands of dollars, on the basis that they support climate 200’s policy of only renewables for our energy future.
I can only conclude that they are independent on local issues but on the matter of climate they are not free to vote how they like. They couldn’t, for instance, vote on gas as a source of energy in favour of wind farms.
The Independents are beholden to Climate 200. They are in fact an alliance of people who are knowingly or unknowingly, another political party very cleverly presented as being independent.
Every developed country that has gone down the path of renewables as their main or only energy source now have the highest electricity prices in the world.
Wake up Australia before it is too late. Keith Davis, Somers Ben Smith
The diversity of opinion in last week’s letters left me asking: Would the real Ben Smith please stand up?
Is Mr Smith the leader of a people powered movement with a “very small amount of funding”, as Peta Watson claimed (It’s that time again, Letters 1/4/25)?
Will Mr Smith restore “some integrity in politics”, as John Whalley suggested (Seven facts ad, Letters 1/4/25)?
Alternatively, is Mr Smith a “political wolf in sheep’s clothing” as Michael Binney suggested (Candidate forum, Letters 1/4/25)?
Does Mr Smith appropriate other people’s community work and make it his own, as Marilyn Merrifield claimed (Grassroots campaign, Letters 1/4/25)?
Did he intentionally fail to be transparent about being an ordained minister in the Reorganised Church of Latter-Day Saints, as Marg D’Arcy attested (Transparency, Letters 1/4/25)?
I am undecided about who will get my vote, but I am currently finding it hard to reconcile a man who failed to be to be transparent about his ministry in the Reorganised Church of Latter-Day Saints (Community of Christ) with a man who will restore “integrity in politics”.
It is also difficult to believe he only has a “very small amount of funding” when you see all the social media posts, the advertising in The News, TV and YouTube, the billboards on Peninsula Link, the digital truck and the regular mail outs.
My back of the envelope calculation is well over $1 million has already been spent - and there is no transparency about who donated these funds.
I was also interested to learn that the community independent campaign is using American multinational fast-food franchises and city printers while the candidate claims to stand up for small business.
Is this a case of “Do as I say, not as I do”. Deidre Bail, Rosebud
Ben Smith
I wonder, if as stated by Peta Watson (It’s that time again, Letters 1/4/25) regarding the small amount of funding and the tight budget of the local independent candidate for the seat of Flinders Victoria, about the cost effectiveness of having TV ads broadcast in Northern NSW and the Gold Coast.
If this is an example of his financial competence, he is certainly not my first choice in helping to cut the cost-of-living crisis that Australian households find themselves in, or any other financial issues within the Australian Federal Government (not state issues).
Expenditure seems of little concern for this candidate who seems to have an unlimited budget to spend on large numbers of t-shirts, signs, paper adverts, not to mention interstate TV ads, as well as a reported $217,300 in just 90 days for Facebook. I wonder just how concerned he is with the cost of living.
With reference to the interstate TV ads, it is a long way from Hastings Victoria to a small community in Northern NSW called Hastings Point. Maybe he should refer to Google Maps before committing chunks of his “tight budget” to areas over 1700 kilometres away.
Colin Prowd, Bittern
Editors note: We reached out to the Smith campaign. They told us they are not running television commercials in any markets. They said they do run ads on streaming services that are targetted by the registered postcode of the viewer.
Ben Smith
I am wondering who John Whalley is that he should warrant his photograph and political comments on a third of the inside page of the The News or is he part of the extensive advertising campaign launched by or for Ben Smith.
Personally, Smith’s face atop so many billboards and posters around the community, presumably not paid from his own pocket, is enough for me to not want to see him as my federal representative for the area.
He, like others, is supported by individuals who use their wealth and power to put their agenda across through candidates they support.
Beverley Treloar, Mt Martha
Ben Smith
Like John Walley I too attended the Mt Martha meeting to hear Ben Smith speak.
I was a bit reluctant to go as I have been a major party supporter all my life, however I was highly impressed with Ben, his ethics, enthusiasm, motivation, history of community service and Victorian Father of the Year.
More importantly his commitment to the peninsula and his ideas are totally refreshing. If you get a chance to hear Ben speak, do yourself and the electorate a favour, go along and listen to what he has to say. He has my vote.
Peter Davis, Tyabb
Kindness of strangers
I recently received an SOS phone call from a dear friend last Wednesday night.
She was driving from Hastings to Mt Martha at 9pm when she collided with a horse on Graydens Road.
Unfortunately, a gate had been accidentally left open and several horses had escaped.
By the time I arrived, an ambulance, police cars, a fire truck and a vet were all on the scene.
A thoughtful policeman immediately assured me that my friend and her dog were OK. He then escorted me to the ambulance where a very kind paramedic demonstrated genuine concern for my friend’s wellbeing.
The paramedic did not want my friend going home alone. My friend had recently had surgery for new pacemaker, so the paramedic thought it may be best for her to go to Frankston Hospital for monitoring.
After I explained that I had once been a critical care nurse, the paramedic felt reassured that my friend could come home with me.
The police then explained that they would take care of the car, and re-iterated to my friend that this was not her fault.
I would like to give my heartfelt thanks to all the professionals who went the extra mile and took such good care of my friend and her dog after such a devastating accident.
Sarah Russell, Mt Martha Mornington missives
Not surprisingly, the clocks on the Main/Barkly Streets clock tower have “lost their tick”and are again out of action. It has only been about eight weeks since they were last fixed!
Talking of “not working”, the down travellator in Mornington Central has been out of action for over two weeks, so it is now a non-travelling travellator. I hope they don’t plan on getting the same repair person who “fixed” the clocks eight weeks ago to “fix” the travellator.
Also, the spelling mistake on both sides of that sign on the corner of Barkly/Gordon Streets is still there. It’s been like that for many years so I assume that it has now been accepted. I must admit I would not mind if it is never corrected.
If you are hungry then the next two items may interest you. The first being Chocolat, the french patisserie in Barkly Street, it has very nice Croque-Monsieurs. They are better than the ones we had from a small patisserie in Loctudy when we were in France (the English translation of Croque-Monsieur is “bite a man”).
The second is the tuna melt at the Barrett Lane Sandwich Bar. I didn’t know that tuna and cheese could taste so good!
Lance Rickard, Mt Martha
Daily bread
Mary had a magpie sitting on the grass, Mary had her fingers on the magpie’s - don’t be mistaken, don’t be mislead, Mary had her fingers on the magpie’s head. Until voting day, still a month away.
They tell me to stop smoking, a health risk, the question being when?
Other health risks (may) include the crooks within the NDIS system, youth crimes, the sad Queensland floods victims, never forgetting Peter Dutton’s promises, if elected?
Add in the superannuation shonkies, the hackers, Donald Trump and overpriced COL from my supermarket and fish shop ($4 for a dim bloody sim?).
Heaven (or hell?) appears to be calling at 89, sights set on 90, if only to celebrate a Labor victory (despite a stumbling Albanese) and a Collingwood premiership (despite a team of millionaires). Locally Zoe McKenzie at my letter box, promises of low inflation, cheaper energy, quality healthcare. Stop smoking? They’re surely kidding? And so it goes.
Cliff Ellen, Rye
No apology - Mr Bruce displeases Rev Albiston
Compiled by Cameron McCullough SPEAKING at the annual meeting of the Frankston branch of the Protestant Federation last Friday night, the Rev. Walter Albiston indicated in a very decided manner his disapproval of the Federal Government’s action in permitting aliens to enter Australia.
“I know,” said Mr. Albiston, “that Mr. Bruce is your local member, but I am not going to apologise for what I say on that account.”
He then proceeded to “deal it out” to the offending Prime Minister and indicated that at an early date he would let Mr. Bruce know that his “sugar coated pills did not go down.”
Mr. Albiston agrees that Australia wants increased population, “but,” he disclaimed, amidst applause, “let us take all our own people first.”
When the resources of Britain have been exhausted in this connection, it is time enough, in the opinion of Mr. Albiston, to encourage the foreigner to our shores.. ***
Frankston High School. The field of sport
On Friday last the Frankston High School Cricket Club visited Mordialloc to play the return match.
On the three previous occasions Frankston had very gratifying victories, so the lads were naturally anxious to maintain their reputation.
The day was gloriously fine, and this probably led to the fine display given by the youngsters.
Mordialloc won the toss and sent Frankston in to bat.
L. Legge and the popular skipper (Flanagan) opened. After making 10,
Flanagan was brilliantly caught in the slips.
L. Legge continued to bat attractively until when 29 he was easily caught.
J. Bowes batted very well for 26, and S. Peters, in making 20 (not out) showed he was equally at home with bat or ball.
E. Bond 10 was quickly and merrily made. Frankston concluded with the excellent total of 109.
Mordialloc made the total of 57.
Govett was the only hope to show any form. He played merrily for 24.
Peters was the most successful bowler for Frankston, taking 6 wickets at a small cost. Flanagan also performed well, in taking 3 wickets.
Frankston can be heartily congratulated on their splendid fielding.
To this their splendid victory was greatly due.
Mordialloc played a splendid sporting game, and although defeated they thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The game ended with cheers for both sides, and thus the fine fellowship between the schools was further cemented.
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A successful function
The euchre party and dance held last Saturday night in aid of the Hastings Football Club was a great success in every way, £5/16/- being taken at the door, which is considered very satisfactory for a Saturday night’s entertainment.
A wicker pedestal, kindly donated by. Mr. Fred Unthank, which was drawn for during the evening, realised £3/16/6, resulting in a total of £9/12/6.
As this was the winding-up entertainment for the past season, we are
pleased to state that the club will show a small credit balance of £4 odd to start off for the coming season.
The ladies’ prize in the euchre tournament was won by Mrs. H. Haddock, whilst Master Marabella (the local post boy) carried off the gent’s prize.
The pedestal was won by Mr. Ron Unthank.
The music for the dance was supplied by Miss Vera Romeo in her usual capable manner, while Mr. Fred Davis kindly officiated as M.C.
The supper arrangements were left in the hands of Mrs. Smith.
The secretary wishes to thank all those who helped With the supper, especially thanking Mrs. Smith, and a word of praise is due to this lady for her great assistance to the club, as she is always ready to lend a helping hand, and it must be said that the club is very fortunate in having such a great supporter.
The secretary also wishes to thank Messrs Bert Le Huray and Jack Campbell, jun., for their great help rendered during the evening.
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Better Roads
Speaking at the Red Hill Show luncheon recently, the Hon. Alfred Downward, M.L.A., referred to the necessity of building roads in the country, thereby giving ready facilities for people to send their produce to the nearest and best market.
It was only by good roads that people could be induced to settle on the land, and it was by this means only that the high percentage of the population now settling in the cities could be combated.
The men who were guiding the
PUZZLE ZONE
destinies of this State had long ago realised that the capital obtainable out of revenue was insufficient to build and maintain, and keep abreast of the advancing population of the State.
An equitable means had been in operation for some time, and that was to borrow money, and for this generation to pay the interest on the capital borrowed, and likewise have a sinking fund, and let the next generation take up and carry along the burden, for they will get substantial assets in the shape of good roads, and the country will be steadily opened up as population advanced.
Good roads in the country was the only sure means to prevent undue congestion of the cities.
Mr. Tyner, speaking in support of the toast of the State Parliament, dwelt upon the imperative necessity for good roads.
He stated when English settlers arrived with the intention of making their homes in the country they were amazed at the primitive character of the country roads here, and added: “Can you wonder at their amazement when you consider that there are no country roads in the world that can compare with those of England, and the great task of the future was to build the best possible roads throughout the country.
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A Sunday morning accident. Motor car crashes into fence.
About 5 o’clock on Sunday morning last, a motor car, conveying a party of young men from Melbourne, and while the driver was negotiating the corner at Mile Bridge, Frankston, he misjudged his calculation at the turn-
ing near Gould street, and crashed into the fence.
At the final minute every endeavour was made to rectify the error of judgment, but it was too late. Fortunately none of the occupants was injured by reason of the sudden impact with the fence, but the car was damaged to the extent of a bent axle and radiator, etc.
The car was taken to the popular Peninsula Motor Garage in Bay street for repairs, by Mr. Stell, the proprietor.
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AS notified in our advertising medium today, Cr J Unthank, of Somerville, announces that quotations for all grass seed may be obtained on application, while he has for sale subterranean and white clover seed at prices which should enlist plenty of custom.
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Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Barclay, of Young street, Frankston, left on Monday last on a fortnight’s trip to Tasmania. Miss Kilburn, of Frankston, who had been away on a holiday trip to the beautiful Hawkesbury district (N.S.W.), and later visited the Harbour City, returned home on Tuesday night last.
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Held Over A letter to the editor, under the heading of “Sabbath Observance,” by Mr. Joseph R. McComb, in reply to “D.B.H.,” Baxter, is unavoidably held over till next issue.
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From the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 9 April 1925
25 April 2025
ANZAC DAY 2025
Anzac Day 2025 marks the 110th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing in 1915. The spirit of Anzac continues to play a role in the local community to this day, with its qualities of courage, mateship and sacrifice.
Balnarring Service 9.30am
Anzac Park – Corner
Frankston-Flinders Rd. and Russell St., Balnarring
Crib Point
Dawn Service 6am
Cenotaph at Tingira Place, Crib Point
March 10.45am
Crib Point RSL, Milne St., Crib Point to Crib Point
Cenotaph
Service 11am
Cenotaph at Tingira Place, Crib Point
Dromana
Dawn Service 6am
War Memorial, The Peninsula Club, Gibson St., Dromana
March 9.15am
O’Donohue St., Dromana to Dromana Cenotaph Service 9.30am
Dromana Cenotaph, Corner Pt Nepean Rd. and Verdon St., Dromana
Flinders Service 10am
Flinders Hall, corner Norman St. and Cook St.
March 11am
Flinders Hall, corner Norman St. and Cook St. to Flinders
War Memorial Service and wreath laying 11.30am
Flinders War Memorial, corner Cook St. and The Esplanade
Hastings Dawn Service 6am
Cenotaph Hastings Foreshore
March 10.30am
Hastings RSL, King St., Hastings to Cenotaph
Hastings Foreshore Service 11am
Cenotaph Hastings Foreshore
Mornington
Dawn Service 6am
Memorial Park, Barkly St., Mornington
March 9.30am
Corner Queen St. and Main St. to Memorial Park, Barkly St., Mornington
Service 10am
Memorial Park, Barkly St., Mornington
We encourage our community to commemorate Anzac Day by attending their local traditional dawn services, marches and remembrance services. Details of services, times and locations held across the Peninsula are listed below.
Mount Eliza Service 2pm
Remembrance Garden
Cenotaph, Mount Eliza Community Centre, Canadian Bay Rd.
Red Hill
Service 10.15am
Red Hill Community Park, Shoreham Rd., Red Hill South
Rosebud
Dawn Service 6am
Rosebud RSL Memorial, Eastbourne Rd., Rosebud
March 9.30am
Corner 9th Avenue and Point Nepean Rd. to Rosebud Cenotaph, corner Jetty Rd. and Point Nepean Rd., Rosebud
Service 9.45am
Rosebud Cenotaph, corner Jetty Rd. and Point Nepean Rd., Rosebud
Rye
Dawn Service 6am
Memorial Wall, Rye RSL, Nelson St., Rye
March 12pm
Rye Pier to Rye RSL
Service 12.30pm
Memorial Wall, Rye RSL, Nelson St., Rye
Somerville
Dawn Service 6am
Fruit Growers Reserve, Jones Rd. and Station St., Somerville
Sorrento
Dawn Service 6am
Sorrento Foreshore War
Memorial, Sorrento
March 11.30am
Corner Ocean Beach Rd. and Melbourne Rd., Sorrento to Sorrento Foreshore War
Memorial Service 12pm
Sorrento Foreshore War Memorial, Sorrento
Tyabb
Dawn Service 6am
Tyabb Central Reserve, corner Mornington-Tyabb Rd. and FrankstonFlinders Rd.
For more information please contact
websites or call 1300 850 600
scoreboard
Reigning premiers slip up in season opener
MPNFL
By Brodie Cowburn
MEN’S DIV ONE
SORRENTO have landed an early blow in season 2025, opening their account with a win over the reigning premiers.
Mt Eliza hosted Sorrento at Emil Madsen Reserve. After a tight opening quarter, Sorrento opened up a two goal lead at the half-time break.
Sorrento dominated the second half. They kicked eight goals and restricted the Redlegs to just two.
The Redlegs ended up falling to a 41 point defeat - 6.17 (53) to 14.10 (94).
James Hallahan, Chad Harris, Aaron Breman, Bailey Holt, and Ryan Clarke were named the Sharks’ best.
Langwarrin pulled off a brilliant final-quarter comeback to beat Pines at Lloyd Park on Saturday.
Pines were in control of the match from the get-go. At half-time, the Pythons led Langwarrin by 42 points.
Langwarrin chipped back the lead in the third term, then stormed home in the last. A five goals to zero final term saw Langwarrin get over the line for a 13.9 (87) to 12.12 (84) win.
Frankston YCW beat Dromana by 22 points to get their season off to
a good start. For the first time, five Geurts brothers lined up to play for Dromana.
Rosebud smashed Red Hill at Olympic Park, and newly promoted EdithvaleAspendale defeated Mornington.
MEN’S DIV TWO
AFTER falling just one kick short in last year’s Grand Final, Chelsea has started its 2025 campaign with a win. It has been a tough week for Chelsea - the Seagulls copped a fine during the week for breaching the salary cap. On the field it was business as usual for last year’s runners up.
Chelsea hosted Crib Point on Saturday. The two sides were evenly matched for three quarters, before Chelsea put their foot down in the final term.
The Seagulls ran out 27 point winners over the Magpies - 15.10 (100) to 10.13 (73).
Nicholas Stamatis booted three important goals for the victors.
Bradley Clark, Jack Wallace, Sam Simpson, and Samuel Browne also played good games for Chelsea.
Tyabb picked up a hard-fought win over Hastings away from home last weekend.
After a tumultuous 2024, Hastings was looking to start their 2025 season
on the right foot. The Yabbies proved too strong early on though, racing out to a four goal lead at the first break. Hastings got the game back within its grasp, but couldn’t overcome the early deficit. Tyabb held on to beat Hastings 9.12 (66) to 11.10 (76).
Matthew Clark and Kyle Hurlstone each booted three goals for Tyabb.
A five-goal haul from Jai Block helped Frankston Bombers grab a big win over Bonbeach on Saturday. The Bombers won 17.9 (111) to 7.7 (49).
Pearcedale beat Devon Meadows by five goals away from home last weekend. Seaford smashed Rye, and Somerville comfortably beat Karingal to round out the winner’s list.
WOMEN'S DIV ONE
KARINGAL fired an early warning shot to their competition by dominating Pearcedale in their opening round match.
The Bulls were in control from the first bounce last Saturday. Pearcedale didn’t hit the scoreboard all day, and eventually succumbed to a 113 point loss.
Demi Running, Zoe Luxford, Clare Burgess, Coranda Kinnaird-Harris, and Jemma Reynolds were named Karingal’s best. Taliah Black and Hayley Monk each scored four goals for the
Bulls.
Mornington scored an impressive win over Bonbeach to get their 2025 season off and running.
The Bulldogs defeated Bonbeach 2.3 (15) to 9.15 (69) on Friday night. Mornington’s best performers were Georgia Templeton, Ginger Parker, Mia Johnson, Lucy Grocock, and Eliza Snehotta.
WOMEN’S DIV TWO
MT ELIZA notched up a good win over Red Hill last weekend in their 2025 season opener.
After a shaky start, the Redlegs opened up a two goal lead over Red Hill at the main break. By three-quarter-time, Red Hill had snatched back a one point lead.
WIth the game on the line, Mt Eliza stood tall. They put their foot on the gas and claimed a 13 point win 5.9 (39) to 4.3 (26).
Keely Byrne was awesome for Mt Eliza, booting four goals.
Mornington Reserves got off to a winning start on Saturday - the Bulldogs beat Edithvale-Aspendale by 22 points at Alexandra Park.
On Friday night, Balnarring beat Tyabb by 22 points at Balnarring Reserve. At Dalyston Recreation Reserve, Bass Coast beat Karingal by 22.
NEXT WEEK’S GAMES
DIVISION ONE MENS
Saturday 12 April, 2pm: Langwarrin v Dromana - Lloyd Park
Mornington v Rosebud - Alexandra Park
Pines v Mt. Eliza - Eric Bell Reserve
Red Hill v Frankston YCW - Red Hill Recreation Reserve
Sorrento v Edithvale-Aspendale - David Macfarlane Reserve
DIVISION TWO MENS
Saturday 12 April, 2pm: Hastings v Somerville - Hastings Club
Karingal v Frankston BombersKaringal Football Club
Pearcedale v Chelsea - Pearcedale Recreation Reserve
Rye v Devon Meadows - RJ Rowley Reserve
Seaford v Crib Point - RF Miles Recreation Reserve
Tyabb v Bonbeach - Bunguyan Reserve
DIVISION ONE WOMENS
Saturday 12 April, 10am: Karingal v Frankston - Karingal Football Club
Saturday 12 April, 1pm: Pearcedale v BonbeachPearcedale Recreation Reserve Sunday 13 April, 2pm: Warragul v Mornington - Western Park
DIVISION TWO WOMENS Friday 11 April, 7pm: Bass Coast v Red Hill - Dalyston Recreation Reserve
Saturday 12 April, 12pm: Karingal Reserve v Frankston Reserve Women - Karingal Football Club
Red Hill v Edithvale-AspendaleRed Hill Recreation Reserve
Saturday 12 April, 4.40pm: Tyabb v Mt. Eliza - Bunguyan Reserve
Sunday 13 April, 12pm: Warragul Reserve v Mornington Reserve Women - Western Park
DIVISION THREE WOMENS
Saturday 12 April, 11am: Pearcedale Reserve v Bonbeach Reserve - Pearcedale Recreation Reserve
Saturday 12 April, 12pm: Tyabb Reserve v Pines - Bunguyan Reserve
Langwarrin v Crib Point - Lloyd Park
Saturday 12 April, 4.40pm: Rye v Chelsea - RJ Rowley Reserve
FRANKSTON YCW beat Dromana by 22 points to get their season off to a good start. Picture: Craig Barrett
Female footy teams axed
Brodie Cowburn brodie@mpnews.com.au
FEMALE footballers at Seaford Football Netball Club have been left devastated by the club’s decision to axe its senior women’s sides just days out from the start of the season.
On 30 March, players were informed that the club’s women’s teams would not compete in 2025. The shock decision comes off the back of a successful 2024 season on-field for Seaford FNC’s women - the division one side made finals and the division three side finished runners up.
An ex-player at the football club, who wished to remain anonymous, said that the two senior women’s coaches had exited at the end of 2024 and the situation was not resolved.
Players soon began to leave for other clubs.
“No effort was made by the president to help the remaining women with recruitment. It was communicated there would only be one team, Division One. With that a lot of the reserves team felt like they didn’t belong to the community team,” she said.
“On 30 March at the Seaford FNC season launch it was announced that there wouldn’t be any women’s football team for 2025. Reasoning for the fold was due to lack of numbers for a competitive Division One side.
“No attempt was made with the MPFNL to ask for help. The club has gone from fielding two sides in 2024, approximately 67 women across the season, to nothing for 2025.”
Seaford FNC’s home ground, RF Miles Reserve, received a $9m upgrade
in 2021. A new pavilion was constructed, with money for the project coming from all three levels of government.
The former Seaford FNC player said “while there are now female-friendly facilities, there was no longer a culture that supported women”.
“None of the women who played football at the Seaford FNC are paid players. While the men’s team are paid individually different amounts each game.”
Seaford FNC was contacted for comment.
SEAFORD’S womens side in 2024. Picture: Supplied
Footy club breaches salary cap
By Brodie Cowburn
CHELSEA Football Netball Club has been fined for breaching the salary cap.
AFL South East communicated to MPFNL clubs last week that Chelsea had exceeded the allowable player payment cap by $7165. A disciplinary hearing upheld the allegation.
Chelsea FNC has been fined $3800. The Chelsea Seagulls came within a
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kick of winning the MPFNL Division Two Grand Final last year. They were defeated by Edithvale-Aspendale. The discovery of the breach came after AFL South East reviewed each of its grand finalists.
An AFL South East statement, signed by region manager Jennifer Taffs, read
“Following the 2024 Allowable Player Payment Grand Finalist Reviews, AFL South East had cause to charge the
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Chelsea FNC for breaching Rule 2(a) (i) of the Community Club Sustainability Program (CCSP) – Player Payment Rule in that the Club exceeded the Allowable Player Payment Cap.”
The sanctions imposed on the club by the AFL South East Player Payment Disciplinary Committee were “the imposition of a monetary penalty on the offending club in the sum of $3,800” and a direction that “an accredited AFL
Victoria Integrity Officer is to complete an Integrity Review of the Chelsea Football Club for season 2025 and the cost be referred for payment to the Chelsea Football Club.
“In announcing the sanctions, AFL South East wishes to acknowledge the Chelsea Football Club’s cooperation throughout the review and hearing process. AFL South East remains committed to the integrity of the Com-
munity Club Sustainability Program. With support from AFL Victoria and the MPFNL Board, the region will continue to further our practice of compliance ensuring the integrity of the policy is maintained whilst implementing best practice support for clubs through the provision of education and training.”
Chelsea FNC was contacted for comment.
start overshadowed by second half collapse
By Adam Bamford (CPFNC President)
THE much-anticipated season opener for the Crib Point Football & Netball Club (CPFNC) took place this past weekend, with players, coaches, and supporters eagerly gathering to celebrate the start of what promises to be an action-packed year. All CPFNC teams have been preparing for months, and the first game of the season did not disappoint, with thrilling moments and competitive action on the field for all teams, although not every result ended in a win.
The senior Men’s Football team, who showed remarkable energy and skill in the early stages of the game, eventually faltered in the second half facing off against last season’s runnersup, Chelsea Football & Netball Club (CFNC).
From the first bounce, both teams showed incredible determination at a blistering pace but it was Chelsea who took the lead going into the first quarter break. In the second quarter, Crib Point kicked 3 goals to 2, putting Crib Point up by 4 points at the main break. It was a game of two halves that eventually cost Crib Point. Chelsea scored 10 goals to 5 goals in the second half, ultimately it was Chelsea who came out on top, securing a hard-fought 100-73 win. Miles Shepherd kicked 6 while his brother Archie kicked 3. Best players were Miles Shepherd, Aden Phillips, Joshua Le Grice, Jayden Macnab and Ryan Smith.
The Senior Development & Under 19’s Also Make Their Mark
The CPFNC Senior Development (Reserves) and CPFNC Under 19’s teams kicked off their seasons campaigns with impressive performances. The under 19’s won 117-72, while the Senior Development team won 57-36. against a tough Chelsea, showcasing
their potential and earning valuable experience in their respective competitive matches. Nathan Kraulis kicked 8 goals for the Under 19’s, while for the Senior Development team, Brad Davidson, Sean Parker and Sam Adams were the multiple goal scorers.
“We’re really proud of how our boys performed today,” said Justin Rutherford (Under 19’s Coach). “It’s great to see the dedication and energy they bring to the game, and we’re excited to watch them grow throughout the season.”
Inaugural Women’s Senior Football Team Faces One-Sided Loss in Season Opener
The much-anticipated debut of the Women’s Senior Football team ended in a tough loss to Chelsea in their season opener on Saturday. Despite the excitement surrounding the team’s first competitive outing, Crib Point struggled to find their rhythm from the outset. Chelsea dominated possession and quickly capitalised on Crib Point’s defensive lapses, scoring early goals across all five netball games. While the scoreline was one-sided, the match provided valuable experience for the debutants, and the team remains focused on improving for their next challenge. “It was a tough start, but we’ve got a lot to learn from this,” said Senior Women’s Coach. “We’ll be back stronger next time.”
Crib Point Netball Teams Fight Hard but Fall Short in Challenging Matches
It was a tough day on the court for Crib Point Netball as all teams faced off against the fierce opposition Chelsea in what turned out to be five hard-fought defeats. Despite their best efforts, all CPFNC Netball teams were unable to secure a win, with each match showcasing intense action and determination from every player.
Due to previous seasons, it would be fair to say all games would have been a whitewash. Fortunately, they were not and as a club we walk away with our heads high. Standouts for each game were Shaye Williams (A Grade) who had the hardest job at GK against a strong goaler. Katelyn Van Loo (B Grade) played her role perfectly in GA. The closest margin on the day was C Grade, with our ladies falling short by 7. Best players for the other 3 games were Tomi Serong (C Grade), Ava Bruynen (D Grade) and U17’s “We’re ready to regroup and focus on what’s next,” said Netball Director Fiona White. “We know we can compete with the best, and we’ll use today’s game as motivation moving forward.” A Grade Netball coach [Adrienne Lee] echoed similar sentiment, noting that while the result wasn’t what they had hoped for, the fight displayed by the team was something to build on. “This is the kind of resilience that we want to carry with us throughout the season. We’re going to learn from this and come back stronger.”
What’s Next?
Looking ahead, the team will continue to build on the momentum going into Round 2. The senior Men’s Football and Ladies Netball will face Seaford FNC next weekend in a highly anticipated match that promises to bring more high-level action. Meanwhile, the Senior Women’s team take on Langwarrin.
With a solid opening game under their belts and a community eager to rally behind them, CPFNC is poised for an exciting season full of promise. For more information about upcoming games, team schedules, and membership details, visit www. cribpointfnc.com.au.
Picture: Jessica Bamford
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Perfect season start for Chelsea
SOCCER
By Craig MacKenzie
CHELSEA’S winning start to its State 4 league campaign continued with a 3-0 derby win over Baxter at Baxter Park on Saturday.
The result leaves Gus Macleod’s men on top of the league with three straight victories.
It took just three minutes for Chelsea to find a way through the Baxter defence.
A long free-kick from Adam Dunsford wasn’t properly cleared and from just outside the area Dylan Scott’s sweetly struck shot gave Baxter keeper Suliman Fazel no chance.
Goal ace James Stinson seemed certain to put the visitors further ahead in the 25th minute when he rounded Fazel and shot towards the empty net but a superb sliding clearance from Aiden McKenna saved the day.
That proved to be just a temporary slowing of the momentum of the contest and lasted just five minutes.
Lachlan Davies and Matthew O’Neill combined to tee up Liam Burford whose firm low strike beat a diving Fazel and went inside the far post.
Chelsea continued to boss the ball while Baxter struggled to make Chelsea keeper Luke Wilson earn his wages.
The game should have been put out of Baxter’s reach in the 40th minute.
Stinson got clear on the right and put the ball low across the face of goal but a sliding Burford somehow managed to sky his attempt sending the ball harmlessly sailing over the bar from close range.
Despite having more of the ball in the second half Baxter still struggled to create clear-cut chances Baxter’s attacking options Daniel Bancroft and Keegan Myatt came off the bench in the 55th minute but the contest was over 10 minutes later.
Stinson and substitute Daniel Vella combined before Stinson’s left-foot strike was deflected and looped over Fazel and into goal to seal the home team’s fate.
On Saturday evening a fantastic crowd at Olympic Park was treated to an enthralling game as Rosebud overcame Somerville 3-2.
Rosebud had the majority of the ball in the first 10 minutes and looked in charge until Joe Simmons hit a peach of a left-foot strike into the top corner.
The closest Rosebud came to levelling in the first half was a thunderbolt free-kick from 25 metres by goalkeeper Colin McCormack that hit the bar.
Rosebud kept knocking on the door in the second half and the breakthrough came in the 56th minute when a brilliant ball from Alfie Harris set Sean Smith free and he finished in style.
Somerville had a strong appeal for what looked like a foul on Nick Simmons but it fell on deaf ears and Rosebud took the lead when a soft Ben Schmidt backpass was seized upon by the energetic Smith who slotted home his second.
But Somerville hit back in the 74th minute.
Ethan Hunt was caught napping when a ball looked to be going out of play allowing Marcus Anastasiou to drive into the box and his closerange effort made it 2-2.
Rosebud coach Stuart Johnston brought on Ashton McMahon and Kori Weetch in what were to prove decisive substitutions.
In the 87th minute McMahon and Weetch combined with a defence splitting ball for Weetch to show his class with a composed finish.
A match highlight was the debut of Rosebud recruit Marcus Collier who had a significant impact in midfield.
On Friday night fellow State 4 outfit Frankston Pines suffered a third straight loss going down 3-0 to Noble Hurricanes at Monterey Reserve.
In VPL1 Langwarrin led until the 66th minute but eventually lost 3-1 to promotion candidate Melbourne City at Casey Fields on Sunday.
In the 13th minute Langy broke down the right and Brad Blumenthal’s cross saw Tom Youngs take a touch before hitting the mark.
Langy’s lead lasted until the 66th minute when three fine goals in a seven-minute burst gave City the ascendancy.
In State 1 Mornington maintained its perfect start to the season and is on top of the ladder after three rounds.
But it was the late, late show and a brilliant Kieren Dover strike that settled the issue against Mazenod at Dallas Brooks Park on Saturday.
The win was made more meritorious given that the home side had been reduced to 10 men after Jay Davies was shown a straight red by referee James Milloy just before half-time.
With time running out Dover came up with a wonder goal to get the points for Adam Jamieson’s men.
In the 92nd minute he received the ball on the half-turn before sitting his defender down and unleashing a long-range strike into the top bin.
In State 2 Peninsula Strikers hammered North Caulfield 6-0 on Sunday.
It was the local club’s opening win of the season and a game highlight was Kye Eichenberger’s hat-trick.
Recruited in the off-season from Langwarrin Eichenberger was making his first appearance in the starting line-up.
Campbell Steedman got a double and Matt Harrington also scored.
Skye lost 2-0 away to Chisholm United on Friday night.
In State 5 Mount Eliza heads the league ladder after Saturday’s 1-0 home win over Pakenham United.
The home team had to wait until the 71st minute for the winner.
A long clearance was backheeled by Jackson Tossavainen into space and Josh Luca won the 50/50 with Pakenham keeper Isaac Mcgill and scored.
Pakenham blew a great chance to level late in the game when a penalty attempt was sent high and wide and in the last few minutes the visitors were reduced to 10 men when Yameen Laghmane was red carded.
Aspendale downed visitor Bunyip District 2-0 last weekend.
The home side broke through in the 33rd minute when a well-guided header by Felix Hampson fell into the path of Kailan Smith who slot-
ted it home.
Aspendale was dominating play and nearly went further ahead when Ben Garside was denied by the post.
The second half was quite scrappy with Bunyip resorting to long balls.
This nearly caught out Aspendale only for keeper Tom Carter to save the day on several occasions.
In the 80th minute Aspendale nabbed its second when Lewis Marco was on hand to poke the ball home after a scramble in the area.
Seaford United and Endeavour Hills Fire drew 2-2 at North Seaford Reserve last weekend.
Early in the first half a reckless Luke Murray lunge earned the visitors a penalty and captain Jonathan Theodore converted.
Just a few minutes later Seaford keeper Hayden Hicks fell victim to a wonder strike from Driss Sakho that left him stranded and Seaford scratching their heads.
A formation change solidified Seaford’s midfield and the game began to shift with Seaford becoming threatening.
The home side was rewarded in the 38th minute when a diagonal ball found Naseer Mohammad one-on-one with Endeavour keeper Howard Andrews who parried into the path of Dylan Waugh.
The big striker tapped home and the sides went in 2-1 at the break.
The second half was all Seaford who pushed and scrapped for an equaliser but it looked unlikely after Wisey Barakzoi was sent off after kicking out at an opponent and was shown his second yellow.
But with the last kick of the game a Conor Mcfall corner managed to sail over Andrews and go straight in to steal a point for the home side.
Mount Martha went down 4-2 at home to Casey Panthers last weekend and “were never at the races” according to head coach Charlie Platt. Mitch Hawkins and Jaden Taberner scored for the home team.
NEXT WEEKEND’S GAMES
Friday 11 April, 8.30pm
Noble Park Utd v Peninsula Strikers, Parkfield Reserve
Skye Utd v Casey Comets, Skye Recreation Reserve
FC Noble Hurricanes v Somerville Eagles, Alex Nelson Reserve
Cleeland Utd v Mount Martha, Thomas P Carroll Reserve
Saturday 12 April, 3pm Langwarrin v Eastern Lions, Lawton Park Beaumaris v Mornington, Beaumaris Reserve
Baxter v Rosebud, Baxter Park
Frankston Pines v Chelsea, Monterey Reserve
Fortuna 60 v Mount Eliza, Crinigan Road South Reserve
Keysborough v Aspendale, Coomoora Reserve Seaford Utd BYE
View from the top: Chelsea has made a perfect start to the State 4 South season. From left: reserves head coach Sam Arcuri, senior assistant Ronnie Whitton and senior head coach Gus Macleod. Picture: Jordan Martin
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