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Water check: Members of a Chinese delegation with represenatives from Western Port Biosphere and students and teachers from Somerville Secondary College review the Watson Creek water stewardship project. Picture: Gary Sissons

Time to reflect on water use THE Western Port Biosphere’s water stewardship program is attracting attention from overseas. On Friday a delegation from China was at Somerville Secondary College to find out abouyt the part its students are playing in improving the water quality in Watson Creek before it spills out into Western Port.

The biosphere beliueves the community involvement in managing the once severely polluted waterway has wide application and intends to make it a model for other waterways within the biosphere reserve which extends across five municipalities. See “Chinese check biosphere’s water works” Page 5

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THE $16.3 million police station about to be opened at Somerville is a debacle, according to a former detective. Former CIB chief David Killin was speaking at a Saturday morning public meeting at St Andrew’s Church Hall, Somerville, along with Police Association officers and local MPs. “To move all the detectives and the traffic police to Somerville and lock the station to the public, purely so the station has people in it and gives the appearance of being used, is a debacle,” Mr Killin said. “It is like something out of Yes Minister. A very brave decision, as Sir Humphrey would say.” His claims were backed by Liberal MPs Neale Burgess and Greg Hunt. Mr Hunt, MP for Flinders, acknowledged to the crowd of about 100 that the police station was a state issue, but said he had lobbied alongside state MP for Hastings Mr Burgess to bring the police station to Somerville. Police Minister Wade Noonan has previously said the building’s staffing was a matter for Acting Chief Commissioner Tim Cartwright – not his department. “It’s not a political decision – it’s a decision of the chief commissioner.” Mr Burgess said there were plans to hold more public meetings, including at Parliament House. Mr Killin said the issue “has many factors the public are entitled to know and be angry about”.

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People needing detectives or traffic police in busy summer traffic on the southern peninsula would face an hour-long wait. He said police cars would have to set off from Somerville “with huge travel times to work certain areas and with lost local knowledge”. “That should fix the crime rate and traffic figures ...” The new station, on the corner of Eramosa Rd West and Coolart Rd, is due to open on Wednesday 30 September. Mr Killen was for 30 years officerin-charge of Rosebud and Mornington CIBs, with relieving duties at Hastings over 42 years’ service. “I am also a local resident, so I think I qualify as being able to say things as they really exist,” he said. He said the Somerville station was designed to support local people but will not be a working police station “despite what senior officers say”. “It has no value to local residents who will be turned away if they present there looking for assistance,” he said. “It is the first police station to be built in Victoria that won't really be one.” Mr Killen said the station was initially to be manned by senior police – but they refused to go there. This prompted the decision to take CIB and traffic officers from Rosebud, Mornington and Hastings and so fill the station with police. “Never underestimate the importance of the public knowing a police member to give that important bit of information that will solve a crime,” he said. Continued Page 5

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Councils align for port at Hastings Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au THE environmental health of Port Phillip and job creation are major arguments being used by Mornington Peninsula and Frankston councils to justify a second container port being built at Hastings. In submissions to a select committee into the lease of the Port of Melbourne the two councils have lined up with other bayside municipalities wanting to protect the bay. The shire, Frankston and Greater Dandenong are also part of the South East Melbourne (SEMS) group of councils lobbying to expand the Port of Hastings. At least one member of SEMS, the Shire of Bass Coast, is less enthusiastic and wants to see economic, environmental and social impact studies before any decisions are made about building a container port at Hastings. Landlocked Greater Dandenong - where “inland ports have been proposed - is concentrating solely on saying there should be no delays in proceeding with plans to develop Western Port. “While the current focus is on the Port of Melbourne, it would be poor policy not to start thinking ahead about what else will be needed to guarantee south-east Melbourne’s freight future,” Greater Dandenong mayor Cr Sean O’Reilly said. His council wanted to make sure a second container port was ready to start operating as soon as the Port of Melbourne hit capacity. That meant

Port in waiting: The number of ships coming int the Port of Hastings hovers around 50 a year and is likely to stay that way unless it is developed as the state’s next container port. Picture: Gary Sissons

that planning and construction “should be timed to run seamlessly”. “The development of a second container port at Hastings would provide Melbourne’s industrial heartland across Greater Dandenong and the south-eastern suburbs with the efficient freight and transport services it needed to remain globally competitive, and to grow jobs,” Cr O’Reilly said. The councils are concerned that the state government’s proposed lease of the Port of Melbourne provides for compensation if a second container port is built.

Before it was elected last November Labor also outlined plans to build a new port at Bay West, inside Port Phillip just north of Geelong. Since its election Labor has said it wants Hastings increasingly used as a bulk port, for natural gas, petroleum products and, possibly, coal. The question of just where the state’s second port should be built has been referred to the newly created Infrastructure Victoria. Frankston mayor Cr Sandra Mayer says having a compensation clause in the Port of Melbourne lease “would be

the nail in the coffin for the proposed expansion of the Port of Hastings”. “Frankston City currently has 15year high unemployment of 8.3 per cent. The Andrews’ Government’s current position is very unwelcome for Frankston City and our neighbouring areas, some of which have unemployment of up to 12 per cent,” Cr Mayer said. Frankston has been promoting itself as the logical “commercial hub” for an expanded Port of Hastings. Cr Mayer said Hastings was “the ideal” location for a container port.

She said Frankston’s submission to the select committee “highlights the need for the state government to enter into discussions about alternative opportunities to stimulate the economy in the south east”. “Council would also like to see a commitment made to the protection of Port Phillip and its natural environment.” Mornington Peninsula Shire’s submission states that previous channel deepening had “caused demonstrable physical loss and damage to this shire and to its beaches, natural assets and economy”. However, the shire did not offer any meaningful opposition to the 2004 channel deepening, except to say it would be opposed if there was damage to the environment. Now, it is listing environmental damage as one of its main arguments against further channel deepening and dredging at The Heads. It says it supported the channel deepening because it recognised it would “provide international competitiveness” of the Port of Melbourne for another 30 years. The Port of Melbourne refuted claims that channel deepening had led to the erosion of Portsea beach. The shire’s submission also claims “a wider loss to the shire and its economy in the failure to proceed with the development of the Port of Hastings”. The shire says the consequences of not having sufficient container port capacity when the Port of Melbourne reaches capacity (“by mid-2020s”) will be “severe” on the economies of Victoria, Melbourne’s south east and Gippsland.

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Chinese check biosphere’s water works THE involvement of secondary college students in managing the environmental health of a creek draining into Western Port has attracted the interest of Chinese water quality experts. Somerville Secondary College, the first school to sign up to the Western Port Biosphere’s water stewardship program, last Friday hosted a group from Jiangsu Province, north of Shanghai, led by Dr Zhu Donglin from Jiangsu Engineering Consulting and Dr Zhou Fengqi from Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences. Biosphere executive officer Cecelia Witton said the visit was “a fabulous opportunity to showcase the work the school already has underway in protecting their waterway [Watson Creek]”. The group from China is in Australia to look at water stewardship projects which Ms Witton describes as “a form of catchment and water management which is applied at a site scale, and can be externally accredited”. She said the Watson Creek model of water stewardship will be extended across the biosphere reserve – which includes the entire peninsula and parts of Frankston, Casey and bass Coast. Ms Witton said the benefits of being a water steward included saving water and fertiliser management costs; improved biodiversity within the creeks and receiving waters (Yaringa Marine National Park in the case of Watson Creek); recognition of good practice through a documented water stewardship plan; and, the potential for funding of onsite works. A reference group supporting the Watson Creek project includes

Water savings: Cecelia Witton and Lance Lloyd of the Western Port Biosphere at the Watson Creek water stewardship project with Chinese delegates Zhou Fengqi and Zhu Donglin and Somerville Secondary College students Sarah Murray and Chloe Field. Picture: Gary Sissons

representatives from the Western Port Biosphere Reserve, Mornington Peninsula Shire, Port Phillip and Westernport Catchment Management Authority, Parks Victoria, Melbourne Water, South East Water, Southern Rural Water, EPA Victoria, Inghams Enterprises and Water Stewardship Australia.

Sign up for Lifesearch Anyone wanting to join the Biosphere’s Lifesearch program to record plants, birds, and other animals within the reserve from Saturday 17 October

to Sunday 25 October can register at www.biosphere.org.au/get-involved/ lifesearch from Monday 5 October. There are prizes for the school, and individual or group who record the most observations during Lifesearch. Data will be collected as part of a citizen science project and will be uploaded to the Atlas of Living Australia’s database. Schools can participate in the program during school hours. Friends groups are invited to make observations at the reserves they look after. Members of the community are invited to participate by observing

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species on their own properties or at local parks and reserves. Lifesearch is inspired by 13-yearold Harewood Lyall, who lived at Harewood Homestead, Tooradin in the early 1900s. In 1912 he noted down his bird-watching observations, which inspired the first Western Port Biosphere Birdsearch event in 2012. Schools competed for the Biosphere Birdsearch Shield, currently held by Newhaven College. In 2014 the biosphere expanded this concept to Lifesearch, which aimed to document the whole span of biodiversity within the reserve.

Plea for police Continued from Page 1 “Police are only as good as the public they represent. People like to speak to someone they know and trust if giving information. “The plain facts are that there are not enough police today and many members I have known for years are frustrated, with many now facing long travel times to even get to Somerville. “From experience I know that this is an unworkable situation. It is no use the public complaining of long wait times for police attendance if they don’t speak out now.” Mr Hunt told the meeting the town “deserves the police station it was promised. It deserves the police station that was built”. “But it is an absurdity that, after $16 million has been spent building a station, there will be no public access and no local police.” Mr Burgess slammed the term “police building” for the station, which he says was promised as a police station in the general sense of the word: with a manned counter and public access. “Somerville does not want to take the specialist police units from the southern peninsula or Hastings – it wants and needs its own uniformed officers.” Others speakers at the meeting were Opposition police spokesman Ed O’Donohue and Police Association secretary Ron Iddles.

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Mosque leader’s peace offering to attackers Keith Platt keith@mpnews.com.au IN a show of peace that reflects a main tenet of the Ahmadiyyan Islamic sect, the leader of a mosque in Langwarrin has shared a meal with the father of a young man who allegedly attacked members of his congregation. A 61-year-old man was admitted to hospital with a broken nose and other injuries after being attacked by three men who are believed to have jumped a fence to gain entry to the Bait-ul-Salam Mosque in Leisureland Drive. Police are believed to have identified and spoken with the three alleged intruders who were described by witnesses as being aged in their early 20s, Caucasian and wearing hooded jumpers. No charges have been laid at this stage and the leader of the mosque, Imam Syed Wadood Janud, has said he does not want retribution. Instead, he would rather the intruders and their families and friends go to the mosque for a barbecue. Senior Sergeant Miro Majftorovic, of Frankston CIU, said police are “working closely” with Imam Janud. ”It’s an educational process and the suspects are young, but the course of justice has to be worked through,” Senior Sergeant Majftorovic said. The assaults at about 9pm on Friday 4 September were the latest in a series of offences against the mosque over the past two years. In other incidents, bottles have been thrown and worshippers abused by intruders in the grounds of the mosque and sensors have been damaged on the electronic gates. “If they ring the bell we can let them in,”

mosque spokesman Aziz Bhatti said. Mr Bhatti said Imam Janud had had lunch on Monday 14 September with the father of one of the three men allegedly involved in the latest attack at the mosque. Two police and the three victims had been among the 10 or 12 people at the lunch. He said the victims had also said they did not want charges laid against their attackers but realised this would be a decision made by police. “The police have called the families [of the alleged attackers] and have told us it should be seriously investigated,” Mr Bhatti said. “If the father and police agree, we’d like to have a barbecue or an event of some sort of event if they want to come back again.” The mosque is the Victorian headquarters of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, an Islamic movement whose members are persecuted by Muslims in some other countries, particularly Pakistan. Following the latest incident Imam Janud said he believed three men who abused and assaulted members of the group had “probably been here before”. “[Racism has] been an ongoing issue and we have had people come in four times in the past three months,” Imam Janud said. “But this is the first time they have confronted and assaulted our members physically and that’s why the police became involved.” Iman Janud said a man in his 20s entered the Muslim community centre about 9pm and began “racially abusing and using indecent language and cursing” its members. “He was asked to leave and our members followed him out but there they were met by two others and the trouble began.”

Fresh and tasty: Balnarring Primary School are preparing for the annual sustainability fair.

Set for eco-friendly fair ENVIRONMENTALLY aware businesses, organisations, individuals and communities are ready for Balnarring Community Sustainability Fair, 9am-2pm, Saturday 10 October at Emu Plains Racecourse, Balnarring. Visitors are being urged to arrive early to take advantage of the free workshops on such topics as ethical purchasing of super foods, Indigenous learning in a pre-school environment, and preserving and fermenting food. Balnarring is home to many celebrated musicians, several of whom will be performing at the fair. There will also be old fashioned children’s activities and games, such as egg-and-spoon races, throughout the day. Fair-trade handicrafts will include handmade jewellery and clothing, local art, vintage clothes, local olive oils and wines. A selection of sustainable food choices will include free range, rare breed beef sausages, homemade vegie burgers, handmade sushi,

calamari cones, vegetarian Indian food, South Gippsland ice-cream, fresh coffee and chai as well as local wines. The concept of the sustainability fair has been developed by Balnarring Primary School community and, according to Pea Saunders, wetlands and sustainability coordinator, Balnarring Primary School, the response for the second fair has been “overwhelming”. “We held the first fair in 2012 and were blown away by the support for the event and this year’s is shaping up to be even bigger,” she said. “Our workshop program is exceptional, the kids’ entertainment will be full of old-fashioned fun, and we have a wonderful collection of local musicians to entertain throughout the day.” Tours of Balnarring Primary School’s wetlands will also be run during the day. Visit bcsf.com.au or see the Balnarring Community Sustainability Fair Facebook page.

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New home: Beside the shipping container are MP Greg Hunt with men’s shed members Ray Lindholm, Gary Walters, Harry Scholes, Cr David Garnock, John Drysdale, Colin Prowd and George Knight.

THE newest piece of equipment at Western Port Men’s Shed is a shipping container – thanks to Toll Logistics and Flinders MP Greg Hunt. On a previous visit, Mr Hunt was told the group was in desperate need of a storage facility. Wood offcuts were taking up much-needed working space, prompting him to approach transport company Toll to see if it could provide a disused container for the men’s use. Toll came to the party and the container was transported to Hastings where it now takes pride of place next to the shed. Mr Hunt said it was terrific to be able to help out such a worthy cause. “Western Port Men’s Shed is a fantastic community resource and I am delighted to have been able to source this shipping container-comestorage facility for the group,” he said. “I hope it will serve its purpose and allow the men to continue their good work.” Western Port Men’s Shed spokesman Gary

Walters said the storage facility would provide enormous benefits. “It has significantly increased our storage space, making it much safer for members,” he said. “It has also helped to increase our working space by reducing clutter. “The shipping container is a great resource and will be passed on to another shed group once we have finished with it, continuing its community benefit.” Mornington Peninsula Cr David Garnock said the added storage facility would provide a more user-friendly workspace for the group. “The shire was pleased to assist the men’s shed with obtaining the necessary planning permit for this temporary solution to their storage needs.” The shed is under new management and is looking for new members. It is open 9am-3pm Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. A women’s shed group meets 1-3pm Wednesdays. To get involved call 5979 1969 during shed hours.

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MPs backed Abbott, welcomed Turnbull Neil Walker neil@mpnews.com.au TONY Abbott was ousted as prime minister last week by his Liberal Party colleagues but local federal MPs Bruce Billson and Greg Hunt remained loyal to Mr Abbott until the end. Both confirmed they voted for the former prime minister in the party room ballot won by challenger Malcolm Turnbull 55-44 last Monday evening (14 September). Bruce Billson, the member for Dunkley and until Sunday, the Small Business Minister, said last week the Abbott government was “getting plenty of good things done but there wasn’t a sense that was being conveyed well and clearly to the electorate”. “We’re two years into a three-year term and my colleagues felt a change in captain-coach would be a sensible thing to do,” he said. “I voted for Tony Abbott. Being a cabinet minister brings with it an additional level of responsibility to work with and support the prime minister. “I take that responsibility seriously and it might be a little old-fashioned but I’m a great believer that you go home with those who brought you to the dance and felt that was the right and proper and honourable thing to do.” Environment Minister Greg Hunt, the member for Flinders, also believed cabinet loyalty is important. “I supported Malcolm Turnbull when I was a member of Mr Turnbull’s shadow cabinet in 2009 and equally, as a matter of deep personal principle and duty, I remained loyal to Mr Abbott as a member of his cabinet and voted accordingly,” he said in a statement provided to The News. The local cabinet members’ sense of loyalty to their leader last week was not shared by several of their cabinet colleagues, including Julie Bishop and Christopher Pyne, who sided with

Mr Turnbull in the leadership ballot. Mr Billson hoped the Coalition government could now put internal divisions over leadership to bed and get on with governing the country. “I think Malcolm Turnbull has made it quite clear that he and our team start from a solid foundation of good achievements and positive momentum on the economy, on jobs, on security and a range of policy fronts but he’s indicated a particular focus on preparing our nation, our economy and our citizens for the future.” Mr Hunt congratulated Mr Turnbull “on becoming the 29th Prime Minister of Australia”. “Prime Minister Turnbull has already said he intends to keep our climate change policies and targets,” Mr Hunt said. “Right now our focus is on the future. We are focused on the economy, jobs and security. We are focused on delivering Australia the good government it deserves.” Mr Billson admitted some constituents were “were quite sad with the way Prime Minister Abbott was dealt with” by his Liberal Party colleagues and “felt if there was to be a change they would rather that was done at the ballot box” but he said others had contacted his office in the past few days to “recognise the need for change”. “They realised we could not risk a change of government and Bill Shorten and the CFMEU running the country,” he said. Mr Abbott was deposed as prime minister by his party just under two years after winning the 2013 federal election. His time in office was marred by controversy including broken pre-election promises including funding cuts to education and hospitals and a first federal budget deemed by many to be unfair on lower and middle-income earners. Opinion polls consistently showed the Abbott government was unpopular with voters after being elected. Mr Turnbull announced a reshuffled cabinet

Purely business: Dunkley Liberal MP Bruce Billson, right, with Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull last year. Pic: Yanni

on Sunday (20 September). Mr Billson lost his cabinet post as Small Business Minister to Kelly O’Dwyer but Mr Hunt remained Environment Minister. Mr Turnbull will now keep an eye on opinion polls and could decide to call an election before January 2017 if the Coalition’s political fortunes improve under his prime ministership.

Taxing caller A MT ELIZA woman says she was “nearly hooked” by a phone call from someone claiming to be from the Australian Taxation Office. Kate Hardy said the credible female caller – who knew her name and phone number – called last Thursday saying she owed $4789 and had “better pay promptly to avoid jail”. The woman even used the word “criminal” in the conversation to emphasise the seriousness of the supposed taxation breach. “She was very believable, even though she did not speak English well,” Ms Hardy said. “She had answers for all my questions and, if I was my grandmother, she would have got me.” The woman gave a NSW telephone number for Ms Hardy to call back with her banking details. Pretending she was willing to comply, Ms Hardy did. “I got right through to the accounts manager as if to say ‘I have lots of money and am happy to pay’ before ending the call.” Ms Hardy said Mornington police told her that there was no crime unless money was paid out. Police referred The News to Scamwatch and the ACCC as well as the police site Acorn.com.au which refers to tactics to combat e-crimes.

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AN environment group campaigner who walked away from her busy city life and survived for a year in the bush will talk about her experiences next Sunday at Hastings Library. Claire Dunn has written a book about going “wild”, My Year Without Matches, which was published in July 2014. She worked for many years as a campaigner for The Wilderness Society, initially dressed as a koala soliciting donations for the society on Sydney streets before gaining an office job as a conservationist. Her life changed after she enrolled in a “nature

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Association straightens record on footpath plan SOMERS Residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Association (SRA) has issued a written explanation to correct â&#x20AC;&#x153;misinformationâ&#x20AC;? about its role in Mornington Peninsulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s footpath plan for the village. SRA president Kingsley Culley said much of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;misinformationâ&#x20AC;? being circulated came â&#x20AC;&#x153;from people who did not even live in Somersâ&#x20AC;?. Property owners are being billed for 50 per cent of the cost if the project goes ahead. He said the misinformation included suggestions that the SRA was putting its weight behind the project, that the 14-member committee was promoting it and that the association had misled residents. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have at all times consulted with residents through surveys and questionnaires so everyone has had an opportunity to express his or her views on the proposal,â&#x20AC;? Mr Culley said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The role of the SRA is simply to reflect the views of our members and the wider community on issues of importance within our village,â&#x20AC;? Mr Colley stated in his letter to residents last week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We act as a conduit for these views and make representations on the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s behalf to relevant authorities and groups. From time to time we canvass the views of the community through surveys. Our most recent survey focussed on the issue of pathways in Somers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In relation to the pathways project our overriding concern is, and always has been, the safety of residents and visitors to the village, particularly children and older members of our community along the bus route.â&#x20AC;?

Footpath needed: Somers resident Doug Coates says a made footpath in the village cannot come soon enough. A Somers resident for 33 years, Mr Coates has to use the road to get from his house to anywhere in Somers on his mobility scooter. He says he cannot drive over the nature strips, despite buying a larger scooter with wider wheels, and is forced onto the road, competing with cars and buses.

Mr Culley said the SRA decided to advocate for a footpath through Somers following a 2009 survey in which respondents â&#x20AC;&#x153;expressed a strong view that walking on the road along the bus route (Parklands Av, Tasman and South Beach roads), and also along Camp Hill Rd, was becoming dangerous and there was a need for footpathsâ&#x20AC;?. He said Camp Hill Rd is a main access road to and from Somers Primary School used daily by pupils. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The results of the 2009 survey were shared with the community at a public meeting and also with the Shire of Morn-

ington Peninsula. The shire responded with support and an offer to meet 50 per cent of the cost of constructing a pathway, with the balance to come from sources other than the shire.â&#x20AC;? In the following four years the SRA unsuccessfully sought state and federal governments funding for the other 50 per cent â&#x20AC;&#x153;in an attempt to avoid any cost to the communityâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In 2013, after objections to the original plan, a revised pathway scheme was developed involving a narrower meandering footpath with alternative informal surfaces and a recreational

bicycle route through the back streets of Somers. This proposal was put to the whole community - not just the 680 SRA members - by means of a further survey,â&#x20AC;? Mr Culley said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;More than 90 per cent of the more than 400 people who completed the survey supported a pathway along Parklands Av, Tasman Rd, South Beach Rd and Camp Hill Rd. More than 60 per cent preferred an exposed aggregate surface - a less formal surface than concrete that is pram and wheelchair friendly - over the alternative granitic sand surface.â&#x20AC;?

Mr Culley said the shire had given the pathway project high priority and proposes an exposed aggregate shared pathway along Camp Hill Rd and the northern end of South Beach Rd with an exposed aggregate narrower meandering footpath along Parklands Av, Tasman Rd and the south end of South Beach Rd. Mr Culley said the SRAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s involvement ended when it shared the survey results with the shire and it was for the shire to consider all objections and submissions and make a decision on the project later this year.

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Chopper busy with rescues TWO snorkelers were rescued by the Police Air Wing Sunday afternoon after being stuck in an inlet near Tasman Drive, Rye. The Frankston couple were with a Richmond man – all aged 23 – when the woman was dumped by a large wave about 5pm. This inflamed an asthmatic condition causing her distress and she and the man managed to swim to an isolated inlet to shelter in a cave. The receding tide left them high and dry – but unable to get to safety. Senior Sergeant Steve Duffee, of Rosebud police, said their friend managed to scale the cliff while it was still light and alert authorities with the help of a passing hiker. The multi-agency rescue response included Rosebud police, Rye CFA, Sorrento SES, Dandenong high-angle rescue crew and the police Air Wing. Rye CFA captain Glenn Diamond said his crew erected lights so the helicopter crew could see the cave, allowing them to winch the couple to safety. “If we’d had to use the high-angle crew it

would have been a problem because it was dark and the cliffs are sharp limestone,” he said. The couple were taken to Stringer Rd reserve, Sorrento, and then Rosebud hospital for observation. The other man was able to drive home. Earlier, the Police Air Wing rescued two teenagers stranded on rocks off Flinders ocean beach. The 14-year-old boy and girl had wandered away from their carer about 1pm and walked out to an exposed Mushroom Reef about 400 metres from shore. They were cut off when the tide came in and waves started to break over the rocks. The alarm was raised and the Air Wing was able to winch the teenagers to safety. Senior Sergeant Duffee cautioned water users to keep an eye on conditions and alert others to their whereabouts. A Red Hill man in his 70s was airlifted to the Royal Melbourne Hospital with a suspected broken leg and dislocated shoulder after being injured when his his ride-on mower tipped over, 3.10pm Sunday.

Timely pick up: Two teenagers are plucked to safety by the police Air Wing Sunday afternoon from Mushroom Reef, Flinders. Picture: Matt Drysdale

Storm before calm as Canberra boxes on By David Harrison GREAT sheets of silent lightning flashed over the Rip as Council Watch headed for the Rosebud meeting, listening in the car to excited radio speculation on who would be prime minister after this night. CW wondered what the Boon Wurrung (or indeed the Bunurong) made of dramatic celestial pyrotechnics back in the Dreamtime. They had not heard of Canberra. The restless sky portended rain. The restless radio appeared to be hoping for a warm change in Canberra, where the boxer and the banker were contesting Round 2 in their drawnout bout for supremacy. CW recalled Simon & Garfunkel’s The Boxer: “After changes upon changes we are more or less the same.” Inside the predominantly tory council chamber, the atmosphere was flat, preoccupied, thoughts probably wandering north to the political stoush. Two councillors, David Gibb and the mayor Bev Colomb, were apologies. Lynn Bowden remained on leave of absence. Deputy mayor Graham Pittock was in the chair, brisk and businesslike. CW wondered how he votes. Anne Shaw and Andrew “Billy” Dixon have tory links and Cr Bowden’s spouse is a retired Liberal MP, but the chamber sees little evidence of party line voting. Several councillors studied their iPads intently, possibly awaiting political news. The national capital’s name is generally regarded as aboriginal-de-

rived, from “cobbrra” or derivations “kabura” or “kabera”, meaning great corroboree meeting ground. Emphasis on the first syllable. The settlement was originally named Canbery. A rather unprophetic tombstone marking an 1845 death states: “For here we have no continuing city, but seek one to come.” The city without a heart flourishes despite this. But CW digresses. The council meeting recorded the passing of John M Morgan, pharmacist and 1970s councillor of Mornington Shire, aged 78. Then followed a single question, on possible leachate from Rye tip damaging the Tootgarook wetlands. Assurance was given that this was highly unlikely, but that an old landfill closer to the wetlands was being monitored as the Environment Protection Authority requires. East Timor was in the agenda and was also subject of a notice of motion on seabed boundaries, as reported in The News (“Shire urged to back East Timor’s gas field claim”, 15/9/15). The shire’s Friends of Lospalos group, now 15 years old, advanced a step last December with the signing of a municipal agreement formally linking the Mornington Peninsula with Timor Leste’s Lautem municipality, in which the Lospalos sub-

district is located. The motion, moved by Friends group chairman Cr Tim Rodgers, was carried, with a couple of abstentions. It calls on the federal government to start negotiations on establishing permanent seabed boundaries that would provide the impoverished fledgling country with a revenue share from offshore oil and gas fields. Cr Tim Wood pointed out that Australia was acting properly in its approach to these fields, the Greater Sunrise and Laminaria Corallina. Cr Rodgers said East Timor was 45 minutes’ flight from Darwin. The Koreans and Chinese were more active there than is Australia, he said. Ditto the “four-step context analysis and design response guide”, aimed to “assist prospective planning permit applicants and design consultants” to achieve better results “and hence contribute to the quality of the built environment on the Mornington Peninsula”. CW remains sceptical, having seen monstrosities rise on hills and valleys around the peninsula. Municipal waste, also on the next agenda, usually raises temperatures in the chamber but this evening a profound change was approved without a single raised voice. Councillors decided to close the shire’s last tip, the odiferous Rye Landfill in Truemans Rd, and seek a site outside the peninsula to take the kerbside waste. Shire policy for years was to keep shire rubbish in the shire. That changed when it became part of the metropolitan waste management program and the EPA refused to allow

the old Pioneer quarry on Arthurs Seat to become a rubbish tip. Oh, and not to forget the proposed RACV behemoth, high as a sevenstorey building, about to loom over the Cape Schanck settlement. What VCAT orders, the shire must cop. Blessed be the name of VCAT, and the folk who render their judgements on our neighbourhoods. Red gondolas? Splendid! Blue gondolas? Even more magnificent! A great contribution to the natural beauty of Arthurs Seat, to be sure. The Hastings plan for High St and local laneways prompted discussion on traffic speed – no provision for fast cyclists and a ring road speed of 40kph in the interests of pedestrians, mobility scooters and children – and passed, with a dissenting vote from Cr Pittock. The Tootgarook wetland, rightly a favourite of councillors, has had imposed on part of it an environmental significance overlay, with two land parcels, part of the Boneo Equestrian Centre, excluded, effectively for reasons of mapping difficulties. In the same agenda item a small area of Bittern was proposed to be protected by an overlay, to create a graduated density zone on the outskirts of the village. Councillors were told a decision that night would protect the area until a ministerial ruling was made, by designating it “a seriously entertained proposal”. In the intricacies of planning, CW is a babe in the woods, but he thinks that was the gist of the explanation. “There are some greedy developers

out there,” the meeting was told. A series of items on land subdivisions, tennis courts and waste monitoring whizzed through on the “moved, seconded, carried” basis. Then came the notice of motion on flood maps – a show-stopper which, councillors were told by governance manager Joe Spiteri, would have no effect even if councillors passed it, since the maps already had ministerial approval. Cr Tim Rodgers had proposed suspending use of the maps as they were causing great difficulties for builders – as reported in The News (“Flood maps blamed for $2m work loss”, 15/9/15) – as well as what were described as inaccurate as well as involving tedious bureaucratic requirements and unnecessary costs. Municipal building surveyor David Kotsiakos was not present to help with the map problems, which deeply disappointed Cr Rodgers. Cr Anne Shaw came to the rescue, suggesting replacing the words “council suspend” use of the maps to “council require a report … on 12 October” regarding the maps. Problem neatly solved, and probably a nice problem created for Mr Kotsiakos. The final agenda item was so confidential mere ratepayers could not even be told its subject. So, back into the lowering night, to await the result of our national leadership bout. Like a chess move, an Abbott fell to a Turnbull. Checkmate?

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Shire on world stage Mornington Peninsula Shire is being urged to back East Timor’s gas field claims (The News 15/9/15). In 2009 the shire also sent two councillors to the Copenhagen, Denmark, climate change conference. I think it should warn Russia to get out of Ukraine, broker a settlement between China and Japan over the disputed islands and demand a seat at the United Nations. However, Cr Tim Rodgers is factually correct. I remember how disgusted I was when Labor minister Gareth Evans signed up a deal to effectively steal the gas fields in East Timorese waters by altering the seabed boundaries, thus ensuring billions of dollars to balance the Australian budget and ensuring absolute poverty to continue for a tiny, ravaged, defenceless, helpless little country with negligible income. A change of government here has not changed this crime. Brian A Mitchelson, Mornington

THE National Disability Insurance Scheme will be introduced on the Mornington Peninsula from 1 April 2018. Roll out plans for Victoria were announced last week with the first places in the state to receive the scheme from next July. It will take about three years. Community services organisation Karingal currently offers a range of disability services on the peninsula as well as in the Barwon, Wyndham and southwest Victoria regions, supporting more than 2000 people. It was part of the Barwon region trial, which has become a template for the NDIS in Australia, and will expand its services on the peninsula including showing residents on how to prepare for the scheme. Brandon Howard of Karingal said 105,000 Victorians would benefit from the scheme. “The NDIS will empower people with a disability to ultimately lead a more fulfilling life, providing independence, opportunity and a greater inclusion within their community,” he said. “We will be scheduling information sessions on the peninsula to pass on our knowledge and experience.”

Time to disconnect I note the letters from Peter Strickland, Balnarring (“Right to object”, 8/9/15) and Peter Holt, Somerville (“Climate for fires”) objecting to approvals granted by the Environment Minister Greg Hunt for the Carmichael coal mine in Queensland. Clearly they want the poor in India to stay in the dark, without electricity to provide the opportunity for economic development to try and achieve the level of material benefits that they enjoyed. I assume that they have disconnected themselves from the grid and are using only solar and wind power to power their internet (and electronic communication), heating, television and heating and cooking, but only during daylight hours or when the wind blows. They can sit in a privileged position and pontificate to deny the poor of India the potential right to a future with energy and electricity which could mean economic progress and welfare, as they certainly enjoy. If, as Peter Strickland says, climate change is the responsibility of every human. He is being

hypocritical if he has not totally disconnected himself from the Victorian electricity grid. Similarly Peter Holt. Alan Reid, Sorrento

Acid threat to oxygen Ocean acidification due to rising levels of atmospheric carbon threatens not only the visible plant species but microscopic phytoplankton (some 0.002mm to 1mm) which produce more oxygen than all land plants. They are vital to maintain the earth’s atmosphere. We know that the very fact of exposing coal, let alone burning it, creates atmospheric acid which is harmful to sea life and can kill it. Phytoplankton, the small single celled organisms that live in the sea provide the very thing we

need to breathe – oxygen. We would be just as guilty as the politicians who are promoting the mining and export of coal, as well as destroying the oceans by dredging, if we do not do everything possible to prevent the oceans from acidification and the destruction of organisms on which the very breath of life depends. Peter Strickland, Balnarring . Letters to the editor can be sent to The News, PO Box 588, Hastings 3915 or emailed to: team@mpnews.com.au Letters should be kept to a maximum 300 words and include name, address and contact phone number for verification purposes.

Come ‘n Try Day A FREE Senior Victorian Come and Try Day will be held at Camp Manyung, 10am-1pm, Monday 5 October. A range of fun and exciting activities are planned. “Our goal is to try and get senior Victorians outdoors and be active while having fun with each other,” program officer Kiandra Patterson said. “We were hoping our event will help senior Victorians get active.” Seniors can reserve a ticket for the day by calling 9788 1100. Camp Manyung is in Sunnyside Rd, Mt Eliza.

Arthurs Seat areas closed 15 months THE summit picnic area atop Arthurs Seat and the car park at the bottom will be closed for about 15 months during the construction of the gondola ride, Parks Victoria stated last week. Parks Victoria regional director Chris Hardman said “works to build Melbourne’s newest major tourism attraction” would start in the week beginning Monday 5 October when fences would be erected around the construction site after the spring school holidays. “The picnic area alongside Purves and Arthurs Seat roads will be fenced off for the duration of the construction period,” he said. “Safety fencing is there to protect contractor works and ensure visitor safety during the build, which is our top priority.” Visitors could picnic at “the expansive and secluded Seawinds Gardens, just a short 600 metres walk from the summit picnic area”. “Seawinds Gardens offers stunning sea views and is often visited by kangaroos.” Mr Hardman said picnic and barbecue facilities would remain available at the main picnic area to the north (Port Phillip side) of Arthurs Seat Rd, where public toilets, playground and picnic shelter are located. “The project provides $16 million in private investment and $1.5 million in public facility improvements in the park, and will create jobs dur-

ing construction and through the tourism industry for the term of the lease,” he said. “I look forward to sharing the magnificent views of Port Phillip that are available from Arthurs Seat with park visitors when the gondola opens late next year. “During the works, a number of special arrangements have been made to keep the park open to visitors. “Building an exciting tourism attraction for the Mornington Peninsula will create some temporary visitor inconvenience during the works period. “Parks Victoria is working closely with the lessee, Arthurs Seat Skylift Pty Ltd, and Mornington Peninsula Shire to keep the park open to visitors and curious onlookers during the works. We apologise for the inconvenience. “At times during the construction period, public car parking areas are expected to be busy with contractor vehicles. We remain committed to maintaining as much public car parking in the park as possible. “The lower car park at the base of Arthurs Seat will be closed throughout the construction period to allow Parks Victoria and Skylift to establish a safe work compound and construct the new gondola lower station and public facilities.”

Shire appoints new media manager FORMER Port of Hastings Development Authority manager media and communications Mark Kestigian has been appointed to the new role of manager communications and media at Mornington Peninsula Shire. A similar role was held by Todd Trimble who this month left the shire after about 14 years. Mr Kestigian’s previous jobs have included

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RACV applies brake to roo cull Mike Hast mike@mpnews.com.au RACV head office moved quickly to stop the culling of kangaroos at its Cape Schanck resort last week after complaints from neighbours. A couple who live in the adjacent estate were walking two dogs on leads on a concrete path just before 7am last Thursday when they saw a spooked kangaroo hopping rapidly beside the third fairway then across the fourth and into bush bordering Cape Schanck Rd near the fifth hole. Seconds later John Henshaw and his wife saw two men emerge from bushes where the third and fourth holes blend. “One had a large rifle with telescopic sights, a bipod [two-legged gun stand] and a very large silencer,” Mr Henshaw told The News. The men climbed in to a golf course maintenance vehicle and drove off toward the course workshop. Mr Henshaw reported the incident to the golf course pro shop as well as Rosebud police. Later in the morning he was called by the resort’s acting manager, Allison McCrindle, who said the RACV had permission to kill kangaroos because, she said, there “had been an attack” but would not elaborate. Mr Henshaw speculated that an incident several months ago may have led to the proposed cull. A woman was riding a bike with her dog off lead. The dog had encountered a kangaroo, which had turned on it and chased it, distressing the woman. “These kangaroos are protected in principle and are harmless in practice. We see them, up close and personal, almost daily,” Mr Henshaw said. “We know of people who leave their gates open to let them in and out of their property when their children are playing. It is a ridiculous overkill to get a permit, and have a man with a bloody big gun with a silencer, 20 metres from houses in the post-dawn hours, trying to shoot three kangaroos who don’t harm anyone.” Irene Wyld, chair of Moonah Estate Owners Corporation, said the incident occurred in a residential area near where “a number of us walk early in the morning”. “Many other golf courses throughout Australia have kangaroos roaming the fairways – there is no rational reason why the RACV should be allowed to shoot any kangaroos on this particular golf course,” she said. “There has not been one word of communication to residents in regard to this attempted cull.” Another resident, Phil Gleadhill, used Twitter to complain about the incident and received a reply from the organisation: “RACV alarmed

to hear of Cape Schanck cull permit. Unauthorised by HQ and stopped immediately, no roos believed harmed.” On Friday, the RACV’s southern resorts general manager, Mark Bennetts, emailed some residents: “We ... learned today that a permit had been obtained to cull some kangaroos at the resort. This was a total surprise to us, was not an approved activity and has been stopped immediately. We understand that no kangaroos have been killed.” He later issued a statement to The News: “RACV can confirm that a permit was obtained to cull six kangaroos at its Cape Schanck resort after local residents and golf playing guests reported aggressive behaviour by kangaroos in this area. “The permit was obtained by a staff member without authorisation. As soon as RACV management was advised, a directive to cease all activity was immediately issued. As far as we are aware, no kangaroos have been harmed. “We apologise for any alarm or distress caused by this unauthorised action.”

Kangaroo shooter angry at fallout THE man hired to shoot kangaroos at the RACV’s Cape Schanck golf club early last Thursday morning says he had a valid government permit. Leigh Swan of Rosebud, a professional shooter for 30 years, was the centre of controversy on Friday when news of the cull hit the airwaves. He is angry his actions drew so much negative publicity – especially on talk-back radio. Mr Swan said he had a big male kangaroo in his sights and was considering his options when his day was abruptly brought to a premature end. “I want to get the story correct: I’ve had about 40 emails and about 50 texts and it’s been a big day,” he told The News last Friday afternoon. “I did not take a shot at the roos. “When they saw me they took off. I took the clip out and put the gun down because there was a house in the background. “I am disgusted because I have been reading so much crap about this. I’ve read that people saw me shoot [at the roos] but I did not fire a shot. “Safety is paramount and I do not fire crap shots. I know the greenies don’t like it but it’s my

job – and I do a lot of golf courses. “I had been planning the cull for two days and was just trying to finish the job. “I don’t want to get into the politics of this; I am distressed because people are lying about it and I have already seen my solicitor.” Mr Swan said had been contracted by RACV resort management and regarded the cull as just another day on the job. “I do most of the professional shooting on the Mornington Peninsula,” he said. “My aim was to take out the big male because he has five females and, in the next year or so, there will be 12 or more roos. “They will do a lot of damage and the male is a monster. I saw them sunning themselves and that’s when I wanted to get the big bugger.” Mr Swan said he had spoken with golf course management about “our options”. “If we don’t get rid of the big male there will be trouble in future,” he said. Stephen Taylor

The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning reportedly confirmed a permit was issued late last month to cull a “small number” of kangaroos at the resort. A spokesman said the permit was granted after reports of aggressive kangaroos attacking people and dogs.

Cull anger: John Henshaw and his dog Izzy being filmed by Melbourne TV stations at the RACV resort in Cape Schanck last Friday afternoon. RACV management in Melbourne has said the cull will not occur. Picture: Yanni

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•Three bedroom villa on own title •Open plan living area with kitchen featuring s/steel appliances •Main bedroom with ensuite and WIR •Internal access from single garage •Easy to maintain yard with water tank for gardens •Close to the centre of town

•4 bedrooms –main with en-suite & walk in robe •Separate lounge, large open plan meals area & family room •Kitchen with gas stove, and a dishwasher •Double garage with side access for boat/caravan •Landscaped gardens •Suit an investor with tenant in place

•21 square home with three living areas •3 bedrooms – main with ensuite and WIR •Kitchen with dishwasher •Under cover entertaining area over looking pool •Separate entry for boat/caravan parking •Two good sheds, 22,000 litre water tank

DON McKENZIE 0419 955 177

Baywest Real Estate (VIC) Pty. Ltd. 1/109 High Street Hastings, VIC 3915 Ph: 03 5979 4412 Fax: 03 5979 3097 Email: enquiries@baywestrealestate.com.au Web: www.baywestrealestate.com.au Page 4

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HUGE SAVINGS!!

$459,000

Fully inclusive if purchased off plan Contact: Don McKenzie 0419 955 177

Baywest Real Estate (VIC) Pty. Ltd. 1/109 High Street Hastings, VIC 3915 Ph: 03 5979 4412 Fax: 03 5979 3097 Email: enquiries@baywestrealestate.com.au Web: www.baywestrealestate.com.au

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SMARTER BOLDER FASTER DECEASED ESTATE

ONLY 3 LEFT

HASTINGS 4 Warren Crescent Older style 3BR home, close to town with drive through carport under roofline to lock up garage at rear. Inside boasts spacious lounge with gas wall furnace, floating floors to main living area and hallway. Very well built Jennings home now in need of some TLC. Perfect first home or improver. Available with vacant possession.

AUCTION Saturday 24th Otober at 2pm TERMS 10% deposit, Bal 60 days VIEW Saturday 1:30-2:00pm AGENT Andrew Watt 0419 524 560 CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

OLD TYABB CHARMER

HASTINGS 36 Lyall Street Well-built Victorian style home with 4BR’s – main with FES & WIR, kitchen with gas stovetop, spacious dining room & lounge featuring a cosy gas log ﬁre. Internal access via laundry from doubel garage. Securely fenced 1/4 acre block, with parking for a caravan or boat.

BITTERN 6/75 Hendersons Road

A quality unit within a well built and thoughtfully designed complex. Beneﬁts include 3BR’s – main with WIR & FES, GDH plus air-conditioning, double garage, and landscaping to the front and rear of the property. Big enough to give a feeling of space with a quality ﬁnish by a local builder. Save on stamp duty and get in now!

PRICE $380,000 VIEW Saturday 2:00-2:30pm AGENT Andrew Watt 0419 524 560 CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

PRICE REDUCED

HASTINGS 5/1 Phillip Court

Located in the heart of town, this shiny pearl ticks all the boxes. Freshly painted and carpeted this PRICE $500,000 plus lovely home offers 3 bedrooms with central bathroom, large living area plus large covered VIEW By Appointment AGENT Brooke Ramsay 0447 772 980 outdoor entertainment area with merbau deck. Just a short stroll to the shops and local cafes, CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555 summing up a perfect home or investment.

PRICE $279,500 VIEW By Appointment AGENT Brooke Ramsay 0447 772 980 CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

AUCTION

FRENCH ISLAND Coast Road MILLION DOLLAR VIEWS & NATURE ALL AROUND Breathtaking 180-degree sea views from this architect-designed haven set high on a hill on French Island. Surrounded by 115 acres of native bush across from National Park foreshore, with privacy assured and views that cannot be built out. Expansive living & dining with soaring ceiling, designer kitchen, and wrap around entertaining deck. Flexible 2BR plus office (3rd bedroom) layout including self-contained bay view unit. Separate 140sqm shed. High-quality build offers urban amenities and high-spec finishes. Sustainably designed to ensure year round comfort, with off-grid solar and wind system using energy from nature to power all mod cons. No electricity bills, Council or water rates. The ideal low maintenance ‘lock up and leave’ holiday home - or even seachange. Auction to be held at the office of the agent of 2100 Frankston-Flinders Road, Hastings.

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AUCTION Saturday 17th October at 2.00pm TERMS 10% Deposit, Balance 120 days, Vacant Possession

VIEW AGENT

By Appointment Phil Bock 0438 497 715

CENTURY 21 HOMEPORT 5979 3555

HASTINGS

Offers over $275,000

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BITTERN

NEW LISTING

2414 FRANKSTON-FLINDERS ROAD - INSPECT SAT 11-11.30AM

GOING, GOING..GONE! Set in a quiet court position, this well maintained 3 bedroom home will satisfy the most astute buyers. Features include a sizeable lounge, kitchen with gas cooking, BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in all bedrooms, gas heating, 2 x air conditioners and ensuite to main. Outside is as neat as the inside and offers a single lock up garage with remote, powered garden shed and a paved entertaining terrace surrounded by beautiful established gardens giving a sense of peace and serenity. This SURSHUW\ ZLOO VXLW D YDULHW\ RI EX\HUV LQFOXGLQJ LQYHVWRUV Ă&#x20AC;UVW KRPH EX\HUV DQG GRZQVL]HV 'RQÂˇW blink because it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be on the market for long.

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BITTERN BONANZA

Set on a huge 928m2 of land in the heart of Bittern, this property has all the elements for relaxation and privacy. Property features 3 bedrooms with built in robes, kitchen with gas FRRNLQJ DQG DGMRLQLQJ PHDOV DUHD Ă RDWLQJ Ă RRUV DQG FRRQDUD LQ ORXQJH URRP UHYHUVH F\FOH DLU conditioning and a corner spa bath in the bathroom. An entertainers delight awaits outside in the amazing spa hut which has a 10 seater spa, bar, sun shudders, shower and separate toilet. An adjoining alfresco area with cafĂŠ blinds and fernery completes this outdoor oasis.The high span carport will handle a boat, trailer or caravan, but if thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not enough for the guys, there is a workshop/garage with power at the rear of the block.

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TOWN CENTRE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CONVENIENCE $7 <285 )5217 '225 Step outside of this neat 2 bedroom upstairs apartment and you are in the town centre of Hastings with everything at your feetâ&#x20AC;Ś. public transport, foreshore reserve, schools, and shops. You will never need to drive again. This little UHQRYDWRU ZLOO VXLW D YDULHW\ RI EX\HUV LQFOXGLQJ Ă&#x20AC;UVW home buyers and investors and offers a fantastic opportunity to get into the market. Features include open plan kitchen and lounge, electric cooking and heating, 2 good sized bedrooms, combined laundry and bathroom and separate toilet. When location and affordability are a priority - you cannot beat this cracking property.

53 SPRING STREET - INSPECT SAT 11.45-12.15PM

POSITION PERFECT You couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hope for a better place to live or invest! Only a block away from High Street, WKLV VSDFLRXV EHGURRP KRPH KDV D VXQQ\ DVSHFW VROLG KDUGZRRG Ă RRUV JDV KHDWLQJ split system air-conditioning. A great sized kitchen has gas cooking and there is an adjoining meals area. All bedrooms have built in robes and share the one bathroom. Set amongst ORZ PDLQWHQDQFH JDUGHQV ZLWK D IXOO\ IHQFHG EDFN \DUG FDUSRUW VKHG WKLV SURSHUW\ currently returns $270 per week to an established tenant. Vacant possession is also an option if required.

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This block is situated in a prime position of Hastings and offers buyers a special place to build that dream home capturing spectacular panoramic views of Westernport Bay, Sandstone Island and the beautiful Hastings boardwalk, a 3.5 km pathway/boardwalk situated along the living salt marsh and mangroves of Westernport Bay.This property is within walking distance to the Westernport Marina, boat ramp, local aquatic centre and shops.

This 5 bedroom home set on a massive 1062m2 of land offers something for everyone. A parents retreat includes a spacious front lounge and main bedroom ZLWK :,5 )(6 D VHFRQG EHGURRP DOVR KDV )(6 :,5 and 3 more bedrooms all have BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and share the main bathroom. A renovated kitchen has plenty of bench and cupboard space, gas cooking, dishwasher and meals area adjoining a family room.

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$279,950

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35,0( '(9(/230(176 3 prime development allotments (for sale as whole) totalling 2888m2 approx. Only one block from busy High Street commercial shopping strip and opposite the new Aldi and Reject Shop complex. A rare opportunity to buy vacant land with enormous potential.

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:HDWKHUERDUG EULFN KRPH ZLWK ORWV RI FKDUDFWHU offering lounge room with high ceilings and a sliding door opening to the undercover outdoor area. Other features include solid timber kitchen with gas cooking, dishwasher, 3 bedrooms with BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, central heating, airFRQGLWLRQLQJ DQG SROLVKHG Ă RRU ERDUGV WKURXJKRXW )RU the guys, there is a large powered garage / workshop. 9DFDQW ORW DW 'LVQH\ 6WUHHW DOVR IRU VDOH

Spacious unit with everything at your door step. Metres to shops, transport, schools, medical centres and the foreshore. Colonial windows and high ceilings provide plenty of light and space into the lounge, main bedroom and meals area. The kitchen has gas cook top, electric wall oven and plenty of bench and cupboard space with a separate meals area. Featuring evaporative cooling and gas heating.

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Harcourts Hastings 10/14 High Street 03 5970 7333 www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

Bittern 5 Heritage Way

Harcourts SINCE 1888

Superior Living on 1 Acre This is an excellent opportunity to buy into the sought after Kinfauns Estate. With multiple living zones, bay views and a large pool makes this superior home well suited to all families, professional couples, people downsizing off larger acreage, people upsizing from suburbia and anyone after that ideal place to call home. Comprising: 4 bedrooms with walk in robe and ensuite off master, formal lounge, study, open plan kitchen, meals and family room, large bar room, upstairs cinema with adjoining deck and sweeping bay views, central bathroom laundry and a double lock up garage. Special features include: solar heated pool, spa bath, claw foot bath, 3 toilets, open fire place, solid timber floors, drying cupboard in laundry, alarm system, bore water, native garden, gas ducted heating and made driveway.

For Sale View Open

Negotiable over $890,000 www.harcourts.com.au Saturday 12.15-12.45pm

Tim Ripper 0434 513 640 E tim.ripper@harcourts.com.au

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Harcourts Hastings

Harcourts

10/14 High Street 03 5970 7333 www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

SINCE 1888

Bittern 580 Stony Point Road

Panoramic Views On 65 acres!! Set on 65 acres overlooking Western Port Bay, a rare opportunity presents itself. This is a superb chance to run livestock, keep horses or just enjoy the fantastic water views and the peace and quiet of this sensational property. The comfortable three bedroom home has open-plan living and meals area that deliver unobstructed views of the bay. The kitchen has plenty of bench space, with an island bench perfect for preparing meals, there are also stainless-steel appliances and glass splash backs. The spacious main bedroom has a separate mud room, and two more bedrooms share the main bathroom. The grounds are divided into thirteen fenced paddocks all accessible by lanewsay. There are plenty of sheds for equipment including a massive 33 x 80ft shed with high some of the peninsulas finest wineries. For Sale View Open

Expressions of Interest www.harcourts.com.au By Appointment

Stephen Harvey 0410 378 792 E stephen.harvey@harcourts.com.au

www.harcourts.com.au

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Crib Point 90 Creswell Street

Harcourts SINCE 1888

Attention All Tradies! Sitting in the heart of Crib Point lies the opportunity of a lifetime. Here is an immaculate, homely property with neutral tones on a 2100 sq mt block which has the added bonus of massive shedding for trucks, machinery, boats or caravans. Inside this large 4 bedroom home features 2 living areas, large stylish kitchen/dining and 2 modern bathrooms. Outside there is a large decked area perfect for entertaining that overlooks the spacious backyard and there is still room left for garaging for 4 cars. Ring before you miss out on this great property that ticks so many boxes!

For Sale View Open

Negotiable over $590,000 www.harcourts.com.au Saturday 12.00-12.30pm

Judy Bennett 0413 186 248 E judy.bennett@harcourts.com.au

Hastings 24 Warranqite Crescent Flawless Living Here lies an opportunity to buy in Hastingsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; most sought after pocket with unrestricted view to Warrangine Reserve. Boasting ideal open plan living, slab floor heating, fully ducted reverse-cycle air-conditioning, 2.5Kw of solar power generation, and great outdoor entertaining which makes this home well suited to professional couples, families, retirees and anyone after that ideal place to call home. Comprising: 3 bedrooms with ensuite and walk in robe off master, 4th bedroom/study, central bathroom, laundry, open plan kitchen, meals and lounge, rear yard made for entertaining and a double lock up garage. Special features include: wide side access, landscaped garden, floor heating, cooling, loads of natural light, panoramic native bush outlook and quality appliances. Close to the Foreshore Reserve, Hastings Marina, High St, local schools and only minutes drive to the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best beaches, wineries and freeway access.

For Sale View Open

Negotiable over $575,000 www.harcourts.com.au Saturday 2.00-2.30pm

Tim Ripper 0434 513 640 E tim.ripper@harcourts.com.au

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Harcourts Hastings

Harcourts

10/14 High Street 03 5970 7333 www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

SINCE 1888

Crib Point 38 Oratava Street

The Rock Solid Starter This excellent cosy home has got it all! It would be a fantastic start for a first home buyer or investor looking for a solid yield investment. Comprising of 3 bedrooms â&#x20AC;&#x201C; main with walk in robe, central bathroom, separate laundry, open plan kitchen meals and living with split system for cooling and heating, plus an excellent undercover entertaining area, side access and electric gates. The fantastic backyard has plenty of sheds and a great courtyard for summer barbecures. Located only a short walk to transport and shops with a short drive to beaches, wineries and all the Peninsula has to offer.

AUCTION Terms View Open

Saturday 26th September at 3.00pm $30,000 fixed deposit, Balance 30/60/90 days www.harcourts.com.au Saturday 2.00-2.30pm

Jason Stirling 0411 520 173 E jason.stirling@harcourts.com.au

Blind Bight 5 Falcon Close Location, Space And A Great Lifestyle If you are seeking privacy, relaxation or just want to get out of the rat race then this property in Blind Bight is right for you! With great car and boat accommodation, open plan living this character filed home is sure to impress. Comprising 3 bedrooms, master has built in robes and ensuite, the other bedrooms have built in robes, huge central bathroom, separate laundry, good size kitchen with gas cook top, meals area and much more, with split system air-conditioning, and Coonara woodheater. Outdoors is big yard for the whole family, plus undercover entertaining area with a 5 seater outdoor spa and a garden shed. Special features include sliding gate, attic/extra storage, new hot water service and internal wood box just to name a few. Located within walking distance to shops, boat ramp, and nature walks, all this and only a short drive to Pearcedale, Tooradin, and Cranbourne.

For Sale Negotiable over $399,000 View www.harcourts.com.au Open Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Jason Stirling 0411 520 173 E jason.stirling@harcourts.com.au

www.harcourts.com.au

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Harcourts Hastings

Harcourts

10/14 High Street 03 5970 7333 www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

SINCE 1888

FOR LEASE

Balnarring 5 Blue Water Court

Bittern 38 Myers Road

Easy Living

Top Spot, Top Choice

Superb peninsula home boasting big views and functional upstairs - downstairs living spread across three levels. Upstairs is the main living area, kitchen and study. Mid level is a second living area, 2BR’s –one with FES and the main bathroom with heaps of storage space on the ground floor.

Three bedroom BV home featuring a comfortable lounge with air-conditioning, melas area, adjoining kitchen with dishwasher, ensuite to main bedroom and family bathroom, double garage, large backyard with plenty of room and ample parking at the side. The location is perfect with transport, shops and school close at hand.

For Lease $450 per week Inspect By Appointment

For Lease $300 per week Inspect By Appointment

Hastings Office 5970 7333

E hastings@harcourts.com.au

Hastings Office 5970 7333

FOR LEASE

E hastings@harcourts.com.au

FOR LEASE

Hastings 1/8 Arthur Street

Hastings 1/15 Albert Street

Living In Style

Great Location

Available now and perfect for a single, couple or small family to call home. Well-presented, throughout with 3BR’s – main with FES & WIR, open plan lounge, dining &and kitchen with gas cooktop and dishwasher, ducted heating and air-conditioning, paved patio area at rear plus double garage with internal access. Looks spectacular!

Private 2BR unit close to the shops and transport featuring spacious lounge leading out to a patio, kitchen with gas hot plates & electric oven, bathroom with separate toilet and laundry with external access. Also including single garage with remote. Get in quick as this one won’t last long!

For Lease $340 per week Inspect By Appointment

For Lease $280 per week Inspect By Appointment

Hastings Office 5970 7333

E hastings@harcourts.com.au

Jade Loizzo PROPERTY MANAGER 5970 7333

Hastings Office 5970 7333

Amy Ridgeway PROPERTY MANAGER 5970 7333

E hastings@harcourts.com.au

Jess Rollins RENTAL DEPARTMENT MANAGER 0433 215 257

When It comes to managing your property, we have an unwavering commitment to place the best tenants into your number one asset. For outstanding service, knowledge and a property management experience that exceeds your expectations, talk to us. Contact Jess for any property management needs, to Jess and the team it’s not just a job, it’s a passion.

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Address: Price: Agency: Agent:

20 Elisa Place, HASTINGS Negotiable over $525,000 Harcourts, 10/14 High Street, Hastings, 5970 7333 Jason Stirling, 0411 520 173

BEAUTIFULLY designed throughout, this family home offers multiple living zones and outdoor entertaining areas that are sure to impress. There is a vibrant blend of open plan and formal living zones with a splendid kitchen included into the package. Complete with a stainless-steel dishwasher and wall-oven, the kitchen has a large breakfast bench and overlooks the spacious meals area and a cosy family room. Ducted heating and evaporative cooling keep things comfortable all year round, and with a formal lounge and separate rumpus room, there is room for everyone here. An added bonus are the five excellent bedrooms, four have built-in robes and share the main bathroom with the larger main bedroom at the front of the home featuring an ensuite and walk-in robe. A separate study could be a staggering sixth bedroom if required. The external aspects of the home are as impressive as those found inside with a magnificent enclosed timber deck and barbecue area adjacent to a glorious heated pool.

MARKET PLACE

5/1 Phillip Court, HASTINGS $279,500 Century21 Homeport, 2100 Frankston-Flinders Road, Hastings, 5979 3555 Brooke Ramsay, 0447 772 980

WHETHER you are downsizing, investing or purchasing your first home, this shiny unit is worth a look. Freshly painted and with new carpets, this lovely unit has pleasant living spaces with air-conditioning, and a stylish kitchen featuring a gas cooktop and breakfast bar. From the adjoining dining area you can step out to a large undercover timber deck which greatly increases the living space on offer, particularly during the warmer months. Sheltered at one end with cafe blinds, the deck still allows a welcome amount of natural light into the home, and there is external access from the single garage at the side. For extra value, there are three bedrooms, two with built-in robes, that share the separate bathroom with shower and bath.

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Hastings 2 The Sheedy Way Immaculate Unit In Popular Location Well-presented unit, set in a quiet complex with two good sized bedrooms â&#x20AC;&#x201C; main with WIR and dual-entry bathroom, kitchen with s/steel appliances and plenty of bench space, adjoining meals and lounge area with ducted heating and there is internal access from the single garage. A lovely private courtyard is great for entertaining and there is a small garden shed.

For Sale $300,000 - $320,000 View By Appointment Ruby Smith 0434 744 744 ruby.smith@raywhite.com

Hastings 43 James Street Great First Home Or Investment This well positioned home offers 3 bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen and meals zone plus an extended living room. The house is set on a great block size of 737m2 (approx), is fully fenced & includes a double garage. This property will suit ďŹ rst home buyers, astute investors and developers, as there is potential to subdivide this block (STCA).

For Sale $360,000 - $380,000 View By Appointment Leonie Worrall 0420 979 956 leonie.worrall@raywhite.com

69 High Street, HASTINGS, 5979 4177 hastings.vic@raywhite.com raywhitehastings.com.au

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

Mornington

For Sale

41 Ponyara Road, Mornington Priceless 180 degree panoramic bay views that can never be lost add an irreplaceable aspect to this stunning two-storey four-bedroom, two-bathroom plus a study residence. Designed to maximise the magnetic outlook, the spacious interior is pointed towards the water with sea-viewing entertaining balconies leading off the groundﬂoor media room & top-ﬂoor family living & dining room. Every room conveys the wonderful style & quality of the custom built home from the stone kitchen to a luxurious main bedroom with stunning views, en suite with double shower and spa, retreat and terrace access. Close to a choice of schools, Mt Martha Village and beautiful beaches, this is the perfect family home.

Price On Application Inspection As advertised or by appointment Contact Alex Campbell 0432 344 394 Rachel Crook 0419 300 515 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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43 Bentons Road, MORNINGTON Beachside of the Highway, this single-level three-bedroom, two-bathroom residence with a separate studio is the ideal introduction into a coveted Mornington lifestyle. The well-maintained home with two living areas, two expansive entertaining decks, an en suite to the main bedroom, extensive parking and a single garage offers immediate lifestyle enjoyment and excellent amenity with the chance to further renovate and add real value. Alternatively, draw inspiration from the surrounding new dwellings and re-develop with two state-of-the-art townhouses (STCA.) Everything Mornington has to offer is at your ﬁngertips from the nearby beachfront to a choice of schools and Bentons Road shopping.

Auction Saturday 26th September 1.00pm Inspection Saturday From 12.30pm Contact Alex Campbell 0432 344 394 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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

Mount Martha

Auction

12 Balcombe Drive, Mount Martha Auction Saturday 17th October 12.00pm Inspection As advertised or by appointment Contact Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 Rachel Crook 0419 300 515 bowmanandcompany.com.au

Incredibly spacious, this single-level one-owner residence puts family priorities firmly in perspective with four bedrooms, excellent zoned living and a fantastic entertaining pavilion for your family to enjoy 365 days of the year! The location in a sought-after pocket of Mt Martha close to Bentons Square shopping and schools further add to the home’s allure. The outstanding floorplan includes formal living and dining rooms, billiards room, well-equipped kitchen and a spacious family living and dining room flowing outdoors. Excellent mod cons include spa en suite, heating/cooling, Spotted Gum flooring, double remote garage with workshop and boat parking behind double gates. Simply perfect!

MORNINGTON

Auction

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For Lease

Auction This Saturday

2/18 Beatty Parade, Mornington Two bedroom unit located is situated in a quiet location. Both bedrooms equipped with built in robes, kitchen with upright gas oven, lounge with gas heating and air conditioner, giving comfort all year around. Great size bathroom/ laundry, low maintenance courtyard and a single lock up garage. Ideally located close to Main Street shops, Mornington Primary school and walking distance to the beach. Get set up now, ready for the Summer months ahead and the great life Mornington has to offer! Available 6th October Price $300 pw Contact Caitlin Brown 0408 546 132 bowmanandcompany.com.au

A2 B1 C1 Mornington

For Lease 3/20 Beatty Parade, Mornington Hop Skip and a Jump to Main Street This two bedroom unit is located in a quiet location, situated in the heart of Mornington. The property has polished ﬂoorboards throughout, giving it a great feel. Both bedrooms with built in robes, kitchen with electric cooking facilities and great size lounge room. Other features include a low maintenance courtyard and a single carport. Ideally located close to Main Street shops, local schools and walking distance to the beach.

3/103 Prince Street, MORNINGTON Currently tenanted at $430 per week and set at the rear of an exclusive gated community in a beachside position of ever increasing popularity, this versatile two-storey three-bedroom plus study, two-bathroom residence with a double remote garage offers quiet seclusion and spacious light-ﬁlled indoor-outdoor living close to the beach, schools, transport and Main Street’s cafes and shops.

Available now

Auction Saturday 26th September 11.00am Price $495,000+ Inspection Saturday From 10.30am Contact Alex Campbell 0432 344 394 bowmanandcompany.com.au

Price $300 pw Contact Caitlin Brown 0408 546 132 bowmanandcompany.com.au

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LILYPILLY PARK - 5.7 ACRES (APPROX) TWO HOUSES - INDOOR HEATED POOL - QUALITY SHEDDING This truly unique small acreage property masterfully combines genuine dual occupancy living, excellent lifestyle amenities and factory scale shedding ideal for home based business use. Walking distance to Padua College and the local shops, this intensely private block features a 4BR, 2 bath main residence plus a second 3BR, 2 bath home ideal for dependent/extended family or rental. Spend weekends relaxing in your heated indoor pool or on the tennis court, whilst your business or hobby prospers based in the 220sqm+ shed with 3 phase power.

Inspect: As advertised or by appointment

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534 PURVES ROAD, MAIN RIDGE

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;IRAGANAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; - 5 ACRES PLUS AMAZING BAY VIEWS Sitting proudly overlooking rolling pastures in the foreground to the curve of the bay beyond, this splendid property offers lounge room, main bedroom, kitchen and family room, separate entertainment room - which has its own living area, bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette. Overlooking the sweet fully tiled kidney shaped pool is a separate studio with the convenience of power and water for evening barbecues and entertaining whilst enjoying the view.

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DUAL OCCUPANCY AND MORE! - 1 ACRE (APPROX) This intriguing property offers a range of appeal courtesy of its dual occupancy living arrangements and shedding ideal for trades or hobbyists. Extensively renovated, the north facing home features an O-P kitchen with stone benches & quality appliances whilst a new living space adds design merit to the home with airy ceilings and custom cedar windows. Features fully ducted A/C & heating and has been re-roofed & guttered, plumbed & re-wired. Water & natural gas are connected along with a 100amp 3 phase power supply/

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INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL

Kick back and enjoy Address: Cafe, BAXTER Price: $110,000 walk-in-walk-out Agency: Kevin Wright Commercial, 1/26 McLaren Place, Mornington, 5977 2255 Agent: Alan Maguire, 0418 377 038 THIS vibrant café and takeaway shop includes a renovated 3 bedroom residence. Specialising in homemade pies, sausage rolls, sandwiches and cakes, this business is located just off Peninsula Link, well placed for locals, tradesmen and truck drivers. The shop measures about 90 square metres and features a fully equipped kitchen, cool room and storage area. Through the exterior courtyard is the residence which has an open plan living space with kitchen, separate bathroom and laundry. If you are looking for a family friendly lifestyle and a stable income with low overheads don’t go past this one.

Holy frijoles Address: Mexican restaurant, MOUNT ELIZA Price: $350,000 + SAV Agency: NAI Harcourts, 82 Mt Eliza Way, Mount Eliza, 9788 7400 Agent: Kara James, 0412 939 224 THIS wonderful restaurant serves delicious Mexican fare with Taco Tuesdays particularly popular. Trading five nights per week, the shop has a liquor licence to 11pm and there is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. The shop measures about 120 square metres and a long lease is in place with reasonable rent.

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100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...

List of killed and wounded rising Compiled by Melissa Walsh “A Spring Poet” forwards us a poetical effusion entitled the “Stay at Home Soldier,” but as he has omitted to enclose his authenticated name and address we must decline to publish same. *** IN our report of the send-off to Somerville volunteers in the third page, the names of Privates A. Conningsby and E. Mead were inadvertently omitted as amongst those who were farewelled. *** TROOPER W. G. Connal of Frankston, late of Malvern, who left Melbourne last Oct, with the 4th Light Horse Regt. 1st A.I.E.F. and was invalided home by the hospital ship “Kyarra” in July, after an operation for appendicitis, took his discharge on Monday last, and immediately enlisted. He goes into camp at Broadmeadows on Monday next. 27th inst. *** THE anniversary of the Frankston Christian Endeavor Society was held in the Methodist Church on Thursday evening last, when there was a good attendance, including visitors from kindred societies on the Peninsula. Rev R. Jackson occupied the chair, and excellent addresses were delivered by Mr W. J. Northey and Rev. P. Parnaby. At the close if the proceedings the visitors were provided with refreshments in the schoolroom. *** THE news that Mr. A. H. Gregory, of Frankston, was suddenly taken ill at the end of last week was received with

sincere regret by his many friends. As his condition did not improve, Dr Worniski was called in for consultation with Dr Maxwell, and his removal to Miss Cadle’s private hospital was determined upon on Wednesday morning. During that day and Thursday his condition was very critical, but we are pleased to state that by the latest reports, the patient has very much improved, and his recovery is now a matter of time. *** THE following apology has been received from Sir John Madden by Dr. Plowman, honorary secretary to the recent fourth presentation to Frankston volunteers, in reply to an invitation to be present, under date September 11 :—” I am very sorry that it will not be possible for me to be present at the presentation ceremony at Frankston on the 20th inst. I shall be on my way to Shepparton on that evening to hold the Assize Court at that town. It would have been a very real pleasure to have bidden good bye to our gallant Frankston soldiers and to have joined in the hearty cheer which their friends will raise in their honor. However, I wish them a great part in the Empire’s victory and a safe and happy return to their friends and homes.” *** THE commonwealth statistician, Mr G. H. Knibbs, has already ascertained that certain persons have not yet sent in personal cards, and in one case a material fact has been misstated. Until the alphabetical register has been

compiled, prosecutions can of course be undertaken only in cases coming specially under notice. All persons who have either not sent in cards, or who having sent them in have made any misstatement, are advised to send in, at once, a properly filled in personal card with an explanation of the delay or of the error, as the case may be. Those who fail cannot be excused. Any amended return sent in should be distinctly marked “Amended Return.” *** THE list of killed and wounded of the Peninsula lads is increasing, week by week. Amongst the killed is Private W. Hartland, brother of Captain Hartland, who was killed a few weeks ago. Mr and Mrs Hartland have thus been bereaved of both their sons, and the sincerest sympathy of their many friends is extended to them. Sergeant Arch Ashmore is also amongst the killed. He was a great favorite in Frankston, having been a regular visitor for years, and a prominent member of the football club. News has also been received that Driver H. Dial, Corporal Cyril Richardson, Privates Vagg, (2nd occasion) and Ray Dawborn (2nd occasion) have been wounded, and Private Twyford, of Somerville, missing. *** WAR and Woman’s Dress. Has the war affected woman’s dress? This is a question that will interest all our women readers, and it will be fully answered in the pages of “Everylady’s Journal” for September. This is the

semi-annual fashion number, and contains over fifty new spring and summer pattern designs, exclusive of the four selected paper patterns which are given free with the magazine. One noticeable effect of the war is that there has been an increased demand for up-to-date and reliable paper patterns. “Everylady’s Journal”—always a live and up to-date periodical—offers any of our readers, free of cost, a summer pattern catalogue of 250 designs. The coupon in September issue should be used to secure the catalogue. While this care for fashions of the day is a particularly strong feature in “Everylady’s Journal” there are other conspicuous items. For instance, an expert in poultry tells how the world’s records in egg-laying were recently broken, and gives instructions so that the house holder may secure the same result. Amongst the interviews is a capital talk with the Queen of England by Mary Roberts Rinehart, who is also the writer of the serial story “K.’ The practical is again uppermost in a beautifully illustrated article on the making of floor mats in rafia. Readers are reminded that the War Puzzle Competition, with £100 in cash and 121 other prizes, is still open, and may be entered at once. If any reader is unable to obtain “Everylady’s Journal” locally, she can secure it by post for 6 months by sending 3s in stamps or postal note to T. Shaw Fitchett, 376 Swanston St Melbourne. ***

THE social held on Friday evening last in aid of the Red Cross Fund was a decided success. The hall was again beautifully decorated by the committee, and was well filled with patrons. Songs were rendered in fine style by Miss L. Conly, of Fairfield, and were very much appreciated by those present. Mr A. Diggerson provided tip-top music and dancing was kept going till 1.30 a.m. *** THE annual meeting of the Tyabb Cricket Club will be held on Thursday evening next. The meeting is an important one, as owing to the present unsettled state of affairs it is hardly known whether or not the cricket season will be carried on as usual. *** AT the monthly meeting of the Fruitgrowers’ Association held on Thursday last, Mr A E. Benton, ex-vice president of the Society, was made recipient of a very handsome presentation on the occasion of his marriage, in the shape of a silver and glass breakfast cruet and biscuit barrel. *** RECRUITS WANTED. Every man physically fit is wanted for enlistment. Age—18 to 45 years. Minimum height—5 feet 2 inches. Chest measurement—33 inches. Persons desiring to enlist should apply at the nearest Town Hall, Shire Hall, Drill Hall, or Recruiting Depot, where arrangements will be made for medical examination. From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 25 September, 1915

WHAT’S NEW

Garden show set to bloom this September SET to fill the fields of Mornington Racecource, the Victorian Spring Garden & Lifestyle Show will inspire and delight, bringing all aspects of gardening and lifestyle to Victoria for the very first time. Held on 25th - 27th September the show will celebrate gardening, landscape design and wellbeing and include presentations and workshops with world renowned, Australian gardening expert, Graham Ross as well as gardening writer and broadcaster, Phil Dudman. The annual show is designed to inspire all types of gardeners from novices to the more experienced and will be showcasing new ideas in gardening techniques and design with a wide variety of lifestyle products. The Victorian Spring Garden & Lifestyle Show will include guest speakers and workshops from industry experts providing visitors with the opportunity to learn new techniques, skills and be updated on the latest trends. There will also be beautiful garden displays, a rare plants collectors corner, a Garden to Kitchen area, an interactive space for the children where they can explore and engage with their natural environment and much more. The show will display the latest plants and gardening products as well as a retail area with everything needed for gardening, outdoor living and lifestyle needs. Rod Stoller, from Logistics Events and the brains behind the show, has extensive experience in horticulture including the Australian Garden Show Sydney. “This is the first time we are bringing something of this calibre to the Mornington area. We are so excited as it’s going to be such an incredible event. We made sure it will include everything for all levels of gardening enthusiasts,” says Rod. The show is going to be an inspirational and educational event that will have visitors listening, learning, exploring and enjoying every step of the way. From one on one chats with experts to stunning flower arrangements, the Victorian Spring Garden & Lifestyle Show is a must see for every person who has ever had a passion for nature and an eye for gardening. The Victorian Spring Garden & Lifestyle Show will be held from the 25th - 27th September at Mornington Racecourse, 320 Racecourse Rd, Mornington – 10am-5pm. Tickets are $19.95 and children’s entry is free For more information or to purchase tickets please visit www. springgardenshow.com.au Western Port News 22 September 2015

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DOWN 1. Monotony 2. Become tattered 3. Unknown writer 4. Refreshments booth 5. Widening 6. Light-bulb inventor 9. Niggling worry 11. Documents fastener

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THE MEANING OF EXISTENCE... AND OTHER SHORT STORIES

Apology to one angry dude (wherever he may be) By Stuart McCullough I’M sorry. Truly. Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine that I’d be the source of such heart-felt angst and misery. It was not my intention. The mere knowledge that I have caused such gut-churning anguish is something over which I am truly remorseful and more than a little embarrassed. It was never meant to turn out this way. I was simply driving along the river towards work. Then I saw you, helmet on, pedalling your heart out. You were doing such a wonderful job. Who could have known that soon you would be shaking your fist at the heavens because of me? Let me say that in terms of provoking another person to the point they’re willing to shake a clenched fist: it’s been a while. Truth be told, I’m unaccustomed to provoking so fervent a reaction from pretty much anyone, with the possible exception of members of my immediate family. Beyond just an angry glance or raised eyebrow, you held your furious fist aloft. It is, perhaps, little comfort to learn that the whole catastrophe was an accident. I should have said as much at the time but feared stopping to explain might (of itself) be interpreted as an act of aggression. In my defence, it had been raining. For this, I cannot reasonably be held responsible. The heavens themselves conspired to create the perfect conditions for the profound misunderstanding that followed. Perhaps that’s why you shook your fist in the air – you weren’t angry with me at all but at the skies themselves for pouring forth their glorious bounty and ensuring an

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ordinary road should be replete with hundreds of tiny reservoirs of water. These pools of liquid are the inevitable result of rain. As I drove, I thought very little of them. It is, I feel, at least partly your fault.

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Your bike was not so much running along the edge of the road as riding right up the middle. This is in spite of the fact that there is a separate bike path just a couple of metres over. Regardless of your decision to shun per-

fectly good bicycle infrastructure the powers that be had seen fit to grant you, the fact that you had decided to hog most of the road wasn’t really a problem. There was nothing in the way of on-coming traffic and plenty of room to get around. As I always do, I made sure I left a wide berth to ensure that you would feel safe at all times. Not only do I consider this appropriate but also an act of friendship towards a fellow citizen who has decided to do the planet and everyone on it a favour and forsake motorised transport in favour of a bike. Leaving an overly generous margin between our respective modes of transport is the least I can do. It was as I overtook that the unthinkable manifested itself in one supremely ugly second. Let me say right now that you were doing an excellent job. Backside raised and pointed skywards, trouser hams pumping like pistons, face flushed with exertion; you steamed along the boulevard like a man possessed. As my car pulled up alongside, I could see the determined grimace on your face. I wanted to wave. Show you my support for your athletic endeavours. I wanted to do anything that would let you know that your supreme effort had been duly noted and, for what it was worth, there was at least one person on this big round earth that was impressed. Fact is, I was so busy being impressed that I failed to notice the large pool of water that had congregated on the roadway. Without warning, my front left tyre sank down into a concealed pothole, displacing a large body of liquid and sending it in the form of a miniature

tidal wave over you. An instant earlier, you had been completely dry. Now you were entirely drenched. I had, it seems, quite literally poured a bucket over whatever hopes and aspirations you might have had to go about your morning whilst remaining relatively arid. It is little short of a miracle that you managed to remain upright under the circumstances. Of course I was horrified. I had no intention whatsoever in giving some stranger a complete drenching. And I could not help but notice as I glanced up at my rear view mirror that you as my unwitting victim were not just wet, you were angry. Very, very angry. You shouted. Your face, which had been ripe with exhaustion, was now molten with rage. You raised your fist high into the air and shook it with fury. Railing against me and my potholesquashing, cyclist-soaking proclivities, you expressed your displeasure in the clearest terms possible. I simply want you to know this – message received, loud and clear. I don’t know where you were heading that day. Maybe you were meeting some friends for coffee at a local café. They too will have ridden their bikes and would have been decked out in various forms of lycra. Doubtless, you would have regaled them with tales of an unthinking driver who cast water all over you. They will have been aghast before consoling you over a decaf latte and a muffin (possibly). Perhaps you might be kind enough to let the gang know that I am truly sorry and that there is little risk of a repeat offence. Happy cycling. Yours truly… stuart@stuartmccullough.com

Music  Arts  Food

DEF LEPPARD SHAKE OFF THE HATERS By Neil Walker

The haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate but Def Leppard are due more credit in rock and roll’s history books than critics generally give them. Taylor Swift certainly thinks so. The biggest pop star in the world right now performed with Def Leppard in 2008 as part of a US series called Crossroads that paired modern musicians together with their idols from yesteryear. Swift reckoned that singing the likes of the hit song Photograph with the band was “my childhood dream come true”. “My mom was a huge fan of theirs when she was pregnant with me,” she said at the time. “So growing up, the music that was playing in my house was Def Leppard. It was music that she liked that I could like too.” Def Leppard sold more than 100 million albums in the 1980s and 1990s – mostly thanks to the Pyromania (1983), Hysteria (1987) and Adrenalize (1992) trio of albums and hits such as Pour Some Sugar On Me, Love Bites and Let’s Get Rocked - but there is a feeling the rockers, despite Swift’s praise, have been unfairly tarred with the same brush as certain flash-in-the-pan ‘hair metal’ bands of the era who quickly rose and fell just before grunge conquered the music world in the mid90s. There have been tragedies for Def Leppard among the glory days along the way – guitarist Steve Clark died of a prescription drugs and alcohol overdose in 1991 and drummer Rick Allen lost an arm after a car crash on New Year’s Eve in 1984 – but the core of the band including Elliott, bass player Rick Savage, guitarist Phil Collen, drummer Allen and ‘newcomer’ Vivian Campbell, who joined in 1992 to succeed Clark as guitarist stand strong today. MINT spoke to Def Leppard frontman Joe Elliott on the eve of the band’s latest Australian tour and asked whether he resented the band being (h)airbrushed from rock history by some sections of the music press, most notably the weekly UK mags such as NME. Elliott, on the road and calling from India-

napolis in the midst of a US tour of stadiums, sounded like he and his bandmates had the last laugh as he recalled the band’s critical reception in some quarters despite their global success. “There’s an elitism within the media and from certain artists,” he said in a distinctive Sheffield born burr. “We used to joke about it. We used to imagine some guy walking onto the open plan floor of Rolling Stone magazine’s office wearing a Def Leppard T-shirt and being asked ‘what the hell are you doing?’ while they’re all wearing their Loudon Wainwright, Lou Reed, REM, Springsteen T-shirts. “We are one of those bands that certain parts of the media just love to tear to pieces because they see us as these dinosaurs. “We never got the credit for rewiring the way rock and roll was recorded in the 80s. When we put out Pyromania and Hysteria people hadn’t put out records that sounded like that before, because the material wasn’t like Morrissey or Psychedelic Furs style.”

It’s part of what we do. “There is a core element of certain songs you know that if you don’t play you won’t get out of the building alive. They’re the songs that put you in those buildings so you can’t deny them.” Australian fans are in for something different from the current US tour though with the band releasing their first album of new material since 2008 in the form of a self-titled Def Leppard album next month. “‘This is a track from our new album’ are the most dreaded words a singer will ever say,” Elliott joked.

“Let’s not turn every act that goes out live into a nostalgia act.”

“There was times when we literally were outselling everybody on the planet,” he noted.

He assured old school Def Leppard fans that they will hear all of the band’s best-known songs though.

“Back in the day, standing toe-to-toe with everyone from Bono to Springsteen was great but we’re not exactly down in the bowling alleys now.

“When you’re massive with the public but not big with the press it really gets up their nose.

Unlike so many of their 80s and 90s peers, Def Leppard have also refused to go down the break up/reunion/repeat route to sell tickets for live gigs.

The band are still playing the big venues, a testament to their longevity with old and new fans alike, and Elliott also credited this with Def Leppard’s enthusiasm for still playing their biggest hits in the live arena. “Any band that’s been around as long as we have – bands like The Who and The Rolling Stones – are going to play stuff people know.

“I’d rather play the [Glasgow] Barrowlands than work on a building site.” The working class worth ethic saw Def Leppard push on and become one of the biggest bands on the planet at the height of their career in the 80s and 90s and Elliott looks back on it with some fondness but also thankfulness for the present.

“I don’t buy into that ‘these are the songs that made us popular but we’re not going to play them’.”

“That’s not coming from a sense of bitterness. I couldn’t give a f*** what the press think. The fact is we’ve got an audience and that’s what important.”

“We didn’t fear failure but maybe not being able to do it at any kind of level. None of us wanted to go back to the regular life,” he said.

“But also they’re the most important because as long as you’re saying it you’re still doing something current. You have to keep making new music whether the rest of the world think it’s important or not.

Elliott believes some in the music press can hold a grudge if a band becomes big without its backing or permission.

“People in the press wouldn’t admit to liking Meat Loaf in the press or Bon Jovi or Taylor Swift ... but these are the very artists who will sell stadiums out,” he said.

vaesque behaviour could be traced back to the bands roots in working class Sheffield. The singer says the band members were “very aware of the opportunity” afforded them by their hard-working parents’ encouragement in allowing them to pursue their rock and roll dreams.

“Yeah, there are certain bands that do that. I mean, god bless ‘em but The Scorpions have been doing a farewell tour now for about six years, The Eagles have been doing one for about 20 and I think Cher’s being doing one since the 1980s,” Elliott said. “As unsexy as it sounds, we get on really well. There’s no agenda, there’s no big drama in the Def Leppard camp. We have our moments where we don’t see eye to eye on certain things but we’re man enough to stand up and talk about it, nip it in the bud before it becomes a volcanic eruption, and get on with it.” This reluctance to engage in showbiz di-

“No-one even bothers looking at the charts anymore but we’re still playing to 20,000 people in Dallas, for example, so it’s not like we’re not still one of the biggest bands in the world it’s just we’re one of the biggest touring bands in the world, if you like. “In many respects, it’s been and gone and come back and that’s because of the hard work we’ve put in and we do have a legacy and we do have a massive collection of hit singles and well-known songs. “Our standing with the audience has never really dropped and our standing within the business is rising again.” Def Leppard play Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne on Wednesday 18 November with guests Live and Electric Mary. See premier.ticketek.com. au online or call 13 28 49 for tickets including VIP tour packages and backstage passes to meet the band. Western Port News 22 September 2015

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Jimmy Rees - A life worth giggling about By Melissa McCullough TWENTY-eight-year-old Jimmy Rees has been lulling our children to sleep during the “goodnight hour” since 2009. Now it’s time for him to apply all of his techniques at home with new son, Lenny. Mornington Peninsula Kids sat down to chat with Jimmy about being a new dad and how a kid from Mt Eliza ended up becoming a superstar to pre-schoolers and parents alike. “I was doing amateur theatre in Frankston and knew I just wanted to get into the industry at some point. I enjoy making people laugh and entertaining people. I don’t see myself as an actor per se. I’m good at playing a silly character like Jimmy Giggle.” Jimmy hadn’t looked into getting an agent to organise auditions when then girlfriend, Tori, saw the advertisement for a national call in the paper. There were 5,500 entrants and this was Jimmy’s first audition. He tells us, “I got the phone call with the offer for the role in new preschool show Giggle and Hoot while I was working at the local pub. I ran upstairs into the office to take the call. The producer asked if I could sing and asked for a sample of my vocals on the spot.” As the front runner for the part, staff on the set started referring to the actor as Jimmy Giggle… and it stuck. He was casted in October and on air in December. “It was sort of like in a big whirlwind. There was quite a learning curve.” So off to Sydney Jimmy and Tori went. But the move didn’t last long. They returned to Melbourne after a few months and Jimmy commuted. Little did he know how popular the lovable characters Giggle and Hoot would become. “My first realisation of how well it was going was when a little signing and meet and greet was organised at Eastland. I went out there in my pyjamas and there were literally hundreds of families lined up. It was a wow moment. OK – this is popular.” After getting used to the routine of working Wednesday through Friday, Jimmy and Tori tried for a second time to move to Sydney. It didn’t last long. Tori fell pregnant and the now married couple thought they’d better come back down.

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The Mornington Peninsula is definitely home for Jimmy Rees. He grew up in Mt Eliza and attended St Thomas Moore Primary School and then The Peninsula School. Tori taught at Benton’s Junior College for a year before moving to Sydney. She loved teaching, but for now, is relishing being a stay at home mum. Fatherhood It was a crazy time in the lead up to Baby Rees’ arrival on April 7th. The Giggle and Hoot tour was beginning in April and little Lenny was due to arrive in late April. They had to wait 12 weeks to announce the birth of baby Lenny to due to agreements with a magazine and Jimmy’s fans were growing quite concerned. “Even if I mentioned we

had a tour coming up people would respond with, ‘when’s the baby coming, is everything ok?’” Once they were able to officially announce the arrival of Lenny they received great support from plenty of social media groups such as Mornington Peninsula Kids that were happy to share the photos and good news. Jimmy remembers the birth going well. Tori and Lenny were safe and happy and then all of a sudden thought, “I’m a dad! I’ve got to keep him alive!” While mum does take care of most of what Lenny needs Jimmy is the entertainer. He’s happy to pitch in with feedings and whatever else he can do whenever he can. “It’s so amazing. He’s only four

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months old and the growth is exponential. Smiling, then winking, and frustrated because he can’t do something.” On the topic of sleeping, Jimmy tells us that Lenny has been a dreamboat from pretty much as soon as they got home from the hospital. (Jealous much?) He’s now practically sleeping all the way through; waking up once around midnight for a feed and then back to sleep until around seven. His day sleeps aren’t that great, but he’s coming along. When asked about the all important support system Jimmy tells us, “All of our families live around here within a few postcodes. That’s another reason we came back from Sydney, at least for our first. We still

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Rosebud win the title NEPEAN LEAGUE

By Toe Punt ROSEBUD came from 14 points down early in the last quarter to win the 2015 Nepean League premiership by 20 points on Saturday. After the Eagles scooted away to their biggest lead of the afternoon, care of a Justin Allsop snap in the opening five minutes of the last quarter, Rosebud then dominated the next 30 minutes of the match to run out 13.14 (92) to 10.12 (72) winners. In a see-sawing battle that saw momentum swing many times during the afternoon, Rosebud refused to be beaten in the final term and its leaders stood up. While the Eagles appeared to be trying to shut the game down after skipping to the 14 point lead, the Buds were looking at ways to score goals and get themselves back into the match. Skipper Ryan Spooner led the charge. He willed his side across the line and brought every team mate along with him. The premiers had a whopping 23 inside 50 metre entries in the last quarter, compared to just five for the Eagles. Rosebud completely dominated. Jason Bristow, who was the best player on the ground with 34 possessions, including 11 in the last quarter, fittingly kicked the sealer with his first goal of the match.

Keegan Downie was absolutely superb and just shaded for best on ground honours. The 19-year-old was a wonderful target in attack, booting three goals and also spent some time in defence in the second quarter when Somerville got on top. Rosebud started in sensational fashion, working its way back into the contest after Somerville dominated the first 10 minutes and booted the opening two goals of the game. Rosebud booted six of the next seven goals in the opening quarter to waltz into the quarter time huddle with a 19 point lead. Rob Forrest was magnificent early, having seven first quarter possessions and booting two goals. Greg Bentley, who finished with 18 touches, had six of those in the first quarter and Bristow also had eight possessions in the opening stanza. However, Somerville gained the ascendancy in the following two quarters and kicked six of the next eight goals of the match to lead by eight points at the last change. Josh Westerman shut down Forrest. Tommy Shaw was working tirelessly up and back from the forward half of the ground. Luke Rowe started to clunk a few marks and hit the scoreboard. Todd Farrelly continued his domination of Tom Baker (two goals). Ben Sedewick was making life very difficult for Lachy Armstrong. Justin Farrelly started to break even

with Ben Dwyer in the ruck after being beaten early and Scott Simpson asserted his authority with some very heavy, bone-crunching tackles. With the likes of Jedd Sutton, Justin Allsop, Leigh Stewart and Cal Dixon winning plenty of the footy, the Eagles looked the hot tip leading into the last quarter. It certainly looked even better for them in the last when Allsop got on the end of a ball inside 50 and nailed it from 30 metres. At that stage, the scoreboard read Somerville 10.10 (70) to Rosebud 8.8 (56). That’s where the celebrations ended for the Eagles’ players and supporters. While the Eagles went into protection mode to maintain the lead, Rosebud came charging. Dwyer again started to jump higher and stronger in the ruck. Bentley, Forrest, Brad McDonald, Rhys Bancroft and Bristow started to force their way forward of centre through sheer will and strength and the back half, led by the dashing and powerful Nick Boswell, began to repel all Somerville attacks. Matt Baker, Jack Jarman, Chris Zurek and Daniel Wilson, who collectively worked tirelessly all day down back, also grew a leg and made it difficult for their opponents. Seb Kremich had a fantastic battle with Billy Rolfe all afternoon and broke even in the end after Rolfe had

a bit of it early. At the other end of the ground, the likes of Tom Stoffells and Glen Peterson started to get busy when the ball went inside and Downie was going for everything in the air, either bringing it to ground for his smalls or marking it. Dale Stephens had an impact on the match on a number of occasions, utilising his blistering pace, while Brenton Davidge provided sensational support in the ruck for Dwyer. The Buds certainly lost nothing when Davidge went into the middle. While the likes of Cade Williams and Kurtis Corrin didn’t have big numbers, their influence when required supported this Rosebud culture of “team first”. Somerville played into Rosebud’s hands when the game was there to be won. It got in front in the second and third quarter because it took the game on. The Eagles took risks, moved the ball quickly and gave their forwards an opportunity. However, when they got out to 14 points, they went defensive, slowed the game down, didn’t run and carry, didn’t take risks and did nothing to change the momentum. Rosebud has proven that they are the best in the business at these tactics. It’s the way they like the game to be played. The result was 11 scoring shots to three in the final term. Rosebud deserved to be premiers.

They were the minor premier and went straight into the grand final after a second semi-final win. The entire club deserves to be congratulated. Following the Nick Jewell resignation, the club could have gone off the rails. While it’s certainly been tough from an off-field perspective, the club has remained vigilant. The on field team has certainly not buckled at any point. There is only one reward for hard work in footy clubs and that is premierships. In 2015, Rosebud Football Club are the deserved premiers. In the reserves, Devon Meadows won its first ever club premiership with a 13.14 (92) to 8.7 (55) victory over Somerville. Somerville booted the first five goals of the game before the Meadows responded with 13 of the next 16 majors. Forty-one-year-old club legend Craig Hunter booted three goals while 19-year-old Luke Duhig was judged best afield. In the Under 19s, Dromana continued its fairytale finals run, beating Rosebud 15.11 (101) to 9.12 (66). Stars Sam Fowler, Billy Quigley and Sam Guerts dominated for the Tigers while Ethan Johnstone was judged best afield. It was Rosebud’s second loss in two seasons. Picture: Andrew Hurst

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Dogs maul Redlegs to advance to grand final PENINSULA LEAGUE

By Toe Punt MORNINGTON will play Frankston YCW in the 2015 Peninsula Division grand final for the second year in a row after smashing old foes Mt Eliza by 48 points on Sunday. The Doggies were simply too committed for the Redlegs, who looked as though they would have preferred to be somewhere else other than Kars St in a Preliminary Final. Mt Eliza were pathetic and gave up without a whimper. If it had not been for Sam Gill, Darren Booth, Karl Lombardozzi, Matt Little, Jimmy Clayton and James Anwyl, they would have been belted by far more than eight goals. Mornington came out with intent and a desire to play in a grand final. You could have been forgiven for thinking Mt Eliza didn’t care if they got there. The Redlegs kicked three goals in the first half and just two in the second. Mt Eliza averaged 17 goals a game in 2015. The final score was 13.7 (85) to 5.7 (37). When you have a full forward like Justin Van Unen, who has kicked more than 100 goals in a season, it’s difficult to understand why he started on a wing. If it was to shake Adam Symes as an opponent, it was naïve by the Mt Eliza brainstrust. Symes is comfortable wherever he plays and was more than happy to stand with Van Unen on the wing. He was far too good for him wherever he played. James Cameron set the game up for the Doggies with six possessions in the first quarter and 21 for the match. He also booted two goals.

Joel Miller and Ben Wells (two goals) didn’t get a possesion in the first quarter but dominated after that, while Ben Clements was busy all afternoon with three goals. Jackson Calder just works so hard and wills himself to contests. This attitude is usually rewarded with opportunity and he finished with four goals. Danny Nolan and Emilio Bitters were back in the side and got better and better as the game went on. Coach Chris Holcombe said before the game that he expected Warwick Miller to play in the grand final. Michael Gay was dominant in the ruck while Dale Nolan was comfortably the second best player on the ground, playing as a defender. He would have had more than a dozen marks. While Symes carved up Van Unen, Ryan Smith and Jai Haddock had the ball on a string from half back, while Ryan O’Dell, Josh Halsall and Barry Smeeton did a lot of the grunt work. Yet again, it wasn’t the prettiest of games, however the Doggies were the side that wanted to win. If you were a Mt Eliza supporter, you would have left the ground very disappointed. Obviously, the Doggies’ fans loved it and they are into yet another Grand Final.

Every dog has its day: Mornington are heading to the Peninsula League grand final after slamming Mt Eliza. Picture: Gary Bradshaw

Jewell to coach Sorrento in 2016 By Toe Punt The worst kept secret in local footy can be revealed – Nick Jewell will coach Sorrento next season. The 2015 premiership coach resigned his post at Rosebud after round six when he was offered the job at Sorrento. For more than half of the 2015 season, Nick Jewell has been the coach of Sorrento for 2016. Ideally, according to Jewell, he would have liked to have continued to build on the success that he and the Rosebud Football Club had built over the past three years during his time at the club. However, the Buds would not give him the job after six rounds of the 2015 season and he exercised his

right to accept another offer that was on the table. It is believed Jewell was offered the Sorrento job just one year after being at Rosebud, however, he declined the opportunity because he felt there was great opportunity with the Buds. His father, former Richmond Premiership coach Tony Jewell, is a member at Sorrento, Nick played at the club and plays cricket at the club. Jewell makes no secret of the fact that it was always a dream to coach Sorrento, however made it clear Rosebud were always his first priority. Despite winning the 2015 premiership and the reserves and Under 19s going deep into the finals, only one formal application has been made for

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the senior coaching position. Without question, it is the plum job in the entire MPNFL. Footy Show goes to Brewery The last RPP FM Footy Show of the year will be held at Mornington Peninsula Brewery from 9-10am this Saturday, September 26. It would be sensational to have as many people there as possible to celebrate what has been another awesome year of local footy. Get down for a free breakfast and try all the local beers on tap – there will be free tastings all morning. Mornington Peninsula Brewery is located at 72 Watt Rd, Mornington. Stratton at Crib Point

Like Jewell at Sorrento, it is believed Taylor Stratton has been the new coach of Crib Point since at least round 15 of this season. While Crib Point and Stratton refuse to admit that he has the job, we can categorically tell you that the former team of the year midfielder has the top job. And it is believed that Stratton approached the Magpies for the job, not the other way around. It is alleged that Stratton was on a recruiting drive within the Hastings group well before the season finished. We can also tell you that Hastings powerbrokers have made it very clear to Stratton to stop the phone calls to Hastings players. It is believed his brother Kain

Hastings Junior Football Club COACHES NEEDED Our U10, U12 and U15 Teams require experienced Coaches for the 2016 season. The Hastings Junior FC is rebuilding our‘family club’ and we are looking for forward thinking and positive personalities! Either call Pat Foy on 0414 925 595 to discuss or email your coaching resume to: carol@mbplastering.com.au

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will go with him to Crib Point, with at least one other Hastings player, although no one is sure who that is. Pearcedale lands big fish Pearcedale announced on Saturday that former Peninsula League medallist, three time premiership player and Seaford star Chris Irving has signed as assistant coach. Jamie Merchan will continue to be the head coach, however, Irving comes into the fold to support. Pat Heijden, Ben Mitchell and Dylan Hoare will concentrate on their footy. Irving is not expected to play at all, however, the Panthers are hopeful of announcing some big signings in the coming weeks.

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Holden Ute SS-V Sandman VF Auto, Black Leather, Park Assist, Cruise, Fog Lamps, GPS, Sports Suspension, 20" alloys, Rear Camera, Traction Control, Bluetooth®. 1FK8MZ

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$13,990 Driveaway

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1.8L DOHC 16-Valve 4 Cylinder Engine, 16” Alloys, ABS, Bluetooth, Rear Park Sensors, Remote Keyless Entry, Rear View Camera, Manual. 1DO9UQ

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$16,990 Driveaway

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VF Calais Sedan 210kW 3.6 litre SIDI Direct Injection V6, Loaded with luxury features incl. Rear View Camera, MyLink infotainment system with 8" colour touch-screen.1EC3YX

$25 ,990 Driveaway

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Colin Beel Des Kissick Corporate Manager Dealer Principal New & Used Western Port News 22 September 2015

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