13th January 2015

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Up to 1000 classic, vintage and veteran cars will participate in the show. Cars will gather at the marina from 7.30am and leave for Morning-ton racecourse about 9.30am.

Mornington Peninsula Historical Vehicles Club member Ben Mayne said the marina was a great place to see the historic vehicles as they make their way to Mornington.

He joined the club after retiring from his busi-ness – Hastings Mowers – and buying an MG TF roadster and Morris 1000 sedan.

“It’s a great hobby and you meet some great people,” he said.

The car rally will raise money for the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. Highlights will include celebrating the 90th birthday of the MG marque and the 60th anniversary of the Veteran Car Club, for cars built 1900-1920.

There will be displays of 1914-18 motor vehicles in front of the sound shell where the Mordialloc Jazz Orchestra will perform. This display will feature vehicles used during World War I.

The Foden steam wagon from HMAS Cer-berus will arrive under its own steam around 9.30am.

On show: Mornington Peninsula Histori-cal Vehicles Club members Len Butcher and Ben Mayne with Ben’s TF MG. The car is one of 1000 vehicles appearing at the RACV Great Australian Rally at Mornington Racecourse on Sunday.Picture: Gary Sissons.

Clean-up after stormClean-up after stormMORNINGTON Peninsula shire will continue clean-up efforts to remove debris caused by storms which hit Somerville and Tyabb last Wednesday.

Sixty buildings were damaged and more than 200 homes lost power. Trees were knocked down, and several roads blocked by fallen trees.

Some properties remained without power until Saturday.

The shire is removing debris – pre-dominantly green waste – from roads and roadsides.

This includes vegetation from pri-vate property that has fallen onto the road or roadside reserve.

Somerville Mechanics’ Hall lost its roof and the hall has been closed.

Mornington Peninsula Shire issued a news release saying it is aware of

the community value of the hall and is working through repair options.

User groups have been notifi ed and alternative venues are being arranged.

Residents can use the ‘drop in cen-tre’ set up by the shire at the Somer-ville Recreation Centre in Edward St for relief, to access information, or to gain access to power.

Jones Rd was closed by police be-tween Bungower and Mornington-Ty-abb roads. Residents could only reach

their homes through police roadblocks. SES and shire crews responded to

many calls to downed trees, traffi c haz-ards, damaged buildings and fl ooding.

The municipal building surveyor in-spected damaged properties.

“As clean-up efforts continue, we ask residents to avoid areas where storm damage is evident and take notice of road closures in the area,” Mornington Peninsula mayor Cr Bev Colomb said.

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FILMMAKER Sean Cousins and his GP wife Steph Ryan were a bit surprised when their driver in Papua New Guinea took what appeared to be a diversion and drove into the grounds of a school.

Once inside the school the driver’s purpose soon became apparent: he knew of a teenaged girl in need of medical assistance.

That diversion in the town of Popondetta, near the Kokoda Valley, will have a sequel in March when 15-year-old Coco arrives in Australia for corrective surgery to one of her feet that was badly mangled in a car accident.

Allowed to heal on its own, her foot is likely to impact on her future.

“It’s diffi cult for her to walk and her chances of having a family life are not looking good,” Mr Cousins said.

The Balnarring couple were in PNG with members of the No Roads to Health organisation when they encountered Coco.

As a result of that meeting she will be the fi rst of four children aged six to 15 who will be coming to Melbourne over the next year for life-changing surgery that is not available to them their own country.

The four children – all with de-formed feet or legs - have different surgical needs which will be provided free by surgeons once they are in Melbourne.

“Surgeons prefer to operate here where they can oversee their reha-bilitation and avoid post-operative infections,” Mr Cousins said.

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No Roads to Health Mr Cousins said the unscripted arrival at the Popondet-ta was “fantastic – it was spontaneous and I fi lmed the lot”.

The fi lm he shot was edited by Nicola Castle and can be seen at http://vimeo.com/104376747.

“The doctors and nurses faced dif-fi cult trekking and personal challenges on the eight-day adventure while pro-viding much needed health care sup-

port and training to the indomitable local community healthcare workers,” Mr Cousins said.

“Individually, the team members arrive at the conclusion that this was one of the most rewarding and satisfy-ing experiences of their lives.

The fi lm is an insight into the lives of people in rural PNG and a clarion cry to medical folk, to offer their time and expertise to this worthwhile and

much needed venture.”Mr Cousins and Dr Ryan are hold-

ing a fundraiser to raise money to bring the children and their guardians to Australia at the Balnarring Bowls Clubs this Sunday afternoon (18 Janu-ary) backed by local bands (including some “surprise appearances”), a bar-becue and barefoot bowling. Tickets at: www.trybooking.com/GLZC

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Medical help: Steph Ryan, Papua New Guinea community health worker Rodney and fi lmmaker Sean Cousins are working to bring children to Melbourne for life-changing surgery.

Police close in on Police close in on aged care robbersaged care robbersPOLICE are searching for three youths aged 12-17 for the aggravated burglary of aged care units in Somer-ville, Bittern and Hastings in the lead up to Christmas.

Already, one youth, 12, has been arrested and convicted on 28 charges relating to the burglaries.

Despite his young age he is de-scribed as an ice addict by police and has been bailed on strict conditions pending sentencing.

Police say the boy used proceeds of the raids to buy drugs to feed his habit. He has reportedly been referred to health agencies for treatment.

CCTV footage has allowed police to identify another member of the gang and he is expected to be charged on summons.

Small amounts of cash and jewel-lery were stolen in the overnight rob-beries when residents were asleep.

The youths entered the units through unlocked rear screen doors and rifl ed residents’ belongings.

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MORNINGTON Peninsula residents and visitors have been warned to be ready with bushfi re survival plans.

The warning from the mayor Cr Bev Colomb followed a 120 hectare blaze at Hastings that razed much of War-ringine Park after a desperate battle by fi re fi ghters to save houses.

Cr Colomb said residents and visi-tors should “remain aware of the im-portance of acting on the fi re danger ratings and having a bushfi re survival plan”.

Hastings had “dodged a bullet” despite the Saturday 3 January fi re which swept through the bushland re-serve, the chair of the shire’s munici-pal emergency management planning committee, Cr David Garnock, said.

The damage – and the heartache – could have been so much worse, he said.

This view was shared by Hastings lawyer David Gibbs, group offi cer in charge of the local CFA brigades, who said that if the fi re had jumped the Stony Pt/Woolleys roads intersection it had the potential to cause “massive destruction”.

“We could have lost hundreds of homes,” he said.

Luckily, no houses were lost or resi-dents injured in the fi res which began near railway tracks in Reid Pde about 2pm fanned by strong winds and tem-peratures in the high 30s. Piles of wood in a nearby timber yard provided an early source of fuel.

About 300 fi refi ghters fought the blaze which sent embers fl ying over Reid Pde into paperbark forests grass-lands at Warringine Park, jumping six houses on Seaglades Lane. A ma-jor wind change to the southwest at 6.30pm pushed the fi re back towards Reid Pde and Warranqite Cres.

Cr Garnock said the fortuitous wind change – which forced the fi re back onto itself – had prevented what could have been a disaster for residents.

“The fi res were a wake-up call for us,” he said.

A cool change later on the day of total fi re ban brought rain and a 10 de-gree drop in the temperature, helping fi refi ghters control the blaze by about 8pm.

A community fi re meeting at the Graham Myers Reserve, Bittern, on Saturday night - attended by 300 peo-ple - erupted into applause when CFA acting operations manager Neil Schli-palius said that while three houses had suffered external damage, none had been lost.

Mr Schlipalius said the present dan-ger for Bittern, Crib Point and Hast-ings residents had past. He said crews would stay overnight to ensure embers were extinguished.

“The CFA had been worried that the fi re may have jumped Woolleys Rd and got into the equestrian centre and the refi nery land Crib Point would have been in trouble,” Cr Garnock said.

“The CFA was magnifi cent and the water bombing helicopters and the appliances saved the houses from the

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fi res and ember attack. Several back fences were burnt and the fi res came close to several houses but, luckily, none were lost.”

He said shire workers had recently mown a fi re break between Warringine Park and neighbouring houses.

Emergency Services Minister Jane Garrett joined the mayor, Cr Garnock, Mr Gibb and shire CEO Carl Cowlie for a debriefi ng at Hastings CFA on Wednesday.

Cr Colomb later issued a news re-lease thanking emergency services workers for their fi re-fi ghting efforts. “It was pleasing to see the swift, suc-cessful and integrated approach of all services involved during the incident and the community coming together during this diffi cult time,” she said.

“I urge all residents across the penin-

sula, and our visitors, to remain aware of the importance of acting on the fi re danger ratings and having a bushfi re survival plan.”

As a result of the fi re the shire opened an emergency relief centre at the Graham Myers Recreation Re-serve, Bittern.

“The council acknowledges the Red Cross, Victorian Council of Churches, Ambulance Victoria and shire offi cers who all did a fantastic job in hosting the relief centre and providing assis-tance to the community affected by the fi re,” Cr Colomb said.

The Warringine Park boardwalk was damaged during the fi re and is now closed.

CFA state duty offi cer Peter Lucas said fi refi ghters battled through a “hor-ror night” on the Friday. Premier Dan-

iel Andrews praised emergency crews for their response to what has been a “very, very diffi cult couple of days”.

Mornington Peninsula police inspec-tor Karen Nyholm said police ran fi re patrols in the lead up to, and on the day, of the fi res due to the risks pre-sented by the forecast conditions.

“Victoria Police have prepared oper-ations and enact these at various times over summer to move into a preven-tion area, rather than just response,” she said.

“On this day, we were adequately re-sourced to respond and assist the CFA and this was fortunate as all hands were needed on deck.

“The CFA are the experts and the control agency when it comes to fi res and we support and coordinate to pro-vide the emergency response.”

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The blaze that sparked fear at HastingsPictures: Gary Sissons ; Aerial: Ellie Tesselaar

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RED Hill ward councillor Tim Wood was guest speaker at the Balnarring Beach Community Association’s an-nual meeting at the Westernport Yacht Club on Saturday where president David Gill was re-elected unopposed.

About 120 people attended and many voiced their views on a range of contentious issues, including the com-mercialisation of the foreshore and what Mr Gill describes as “the role of the Balnarring Foreshore Committee in trying to make the foreshore into a cash cow for continued development”.

“Not one motion of dissent was

moved against the committee’s stance on dangerous kiteboarders, new pathways affecting wildlife or the introduction of holiday cabins and boardwalks,” he said.

“The silent majority were out in force despite special interest groups voicing their concerns.

“We all have a right to our view-points and to attempt to persuade others to agree.”

He said the annual meeting was “lively and informative with a bit of passion”. Unexpected guests included a group of kiteboaders.

“I look forward to continuing the discussion and applaud our locals on their willingness to debate the issues,” he said.

The association aims to inform and represent Balnarring Beach residents and also seeks to ensure that authori-ties justify decisions “and not rely on complacency in order to get their way”.

New committee members are Pam McKenzie and Tonianne Delaney. Retiring long serving members, Di Williamson and Lawrence Reddaway, were praised for their contributions.

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THE manner in which emergency services – police, fi re brigade, SES and council offi cers – worked together to combat the Hastings bushfi res on 3 January impressed new Emergency Services Minister Jane Garrett.

Ms Garrett visited the Dandenong inci-dent control centre and then toured fi re-hit areas before meeting with the Mornington Peninsula mayor, Cr Bev Colomb, Cr David Garnock, lawyer David Gibbs, shire CEO Carl Cowlie, community workers and relevant personnel for a debriefi ng at Hast-ings CFA on Wednesday last week.

Cr Garnock is chair of the shire’s mu-nicipal emergency management planning committee and Mr Gibbs is group offi cer in charge of the local CFA brigades.

“The manner in which all these people came together was very impressive,” Ms Garrett said. “They took a holistic ap-proach, breaking down silos of organisa-tion so that everyone could see the whole picture and get down to working well together.”

The minister said “everyone knew it was going to be a bad couple of days” leading up to scorching weekend when the mercury climbed to 40 degrees on the Saturday. But she said the size and ferocity of the fi re at Hastings had been “totally unexpected”.

“You just never know when these fi res are going to strike.”

Ms Garrett said talking to police and emergency services workers afterwards made her realise people were “not afraid to reassess and learn” following “very frank discussions”.

“Another thing we noticed was the great resilience and compassion of the resi-dents,” Ms Garrett.

“The fact that everyone was able to go home to sleep that night was amazing.”

Ms Garrett said she thought the fi re scene had been well managed. She said good communications had been crucial. Stephen Taylor

Book fairBook fairST MARKS Anglican Church, Balnar-ring, is holding a secondhand book fair, 9am, Saturday 17 January. Started by then vicar, George Sanson, the book fair has been running since the early 1990s and is popular with the local community and holiday makers. It caters to all tastes and offers 1000s of books in good condition, including a selection of fi ction, children’s, gardening and cookery books.

There is also a good selection for serious collectors, and recent donations mean the fair can offer a large selection of biographi-cal works. Everyone should fi nd a bargain.

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RINGTAIL possums and native swamp rats were the main animal victims of the Hastings fi re that destroyed up to 90 per cent of Warringine Park.

The possums perished in the paperbark tree areas of the park, and thousands of swamp rats died in the blaze.

Birds took fl ight to unburnt areas of Warringine Creek in the western section of the park as well

as saltmarsh areas near the burnt section. Wildlife experts said it would take up to fi ve years for possum and swamp rat populations to recover.

One upside to the devastating blaze is that fl ora is expected to recover quite rapidly with expected rain speeding regrowth of eucalypts and grassy understory. Rare species such as orchids and lilies are expected to benefi t from the fi re. Money will

be needed to remove pest plants as they regrow over the next two years.

The park has been closed to the public as large sections of the boardwalk between Hastings and Jacks Beach were destroyed.

Mornington Peninsula Shire has commissioned a fauna and fl ora report.

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Possums, native rats lost in firePossums, native rats lost in firePictures: Gary Sissons

WHILE the bushfi re ravaged Warringine Park, Hastings, last Saturday social media lit up with questions about the naming of streets in the nearby Illuka Estate which came under fi re threat.

Amid concern for Hastings residents potentially affected by the blaze, Facebook and Twitter users wondered why two streets – The Sheedy Way and James Hird Drive – are named after Essendon Football Club identities despite being situated a long way from Windy Hill.

Ann Threlfall (@annthrel) from Truganina and Tim Marshall from Melbourne (@TimPMarshall) were just two of several social media commenters who questioned why the streets are named after ex-team captain and current coach James Hird and former four-times Premiership coach Kevin Sheedy.

Hastings does have close Essendon links with a statue of former Hastings Football Club and Essendon full-forward legend John Coleman outside Hastings Library in High St marking this connection.

However, Illuka Estate developer Babylon Properties told The News the Coleman connection is “coincidental” to the naming of the two streets.

Director Paul Spillane said he is responsible for the Bombers’ names being dropped on Hastings streets.

The keen Essendon fan is the chairman of an offi cially-sanctioned football club coterie group called the Red & Blacks and decided to call the streets James Hird Drive and The Sheedy Way in 2008 after clearing it with the two Bombers cham-pions fi rst.

“When you’re a developer and it’s private roads you can call streets what you like,” Mr Spillane said.

However, there was a stumbling block when the

developer initially contacted Mornington Penin-sula Shire to register the street names.

“The council offi cer told me it wasn’t allowed and I was a bit taken aback … but then he said they could be named Nathan Buckley Drive and Mick Malthouse Way though.”

Mr Spillane said demand for the homes in James Hird Drive and The Sheedy Way had been strong when they went on the market in 2009.

“Essendon fans are obviously happy to live there and I haven’t heard about anyone refusing to buy there because of the street names.”

Bombers coach James Hird has had well-publi-cised and ongoing differences with the AFL hier-archy over the club’s 2012 supplements program but Twitter user Paul Blake (@PaulBlakeCW) jokingly fl agged another potential drama for Es-sendon last weekend.

He tweeted: “Hopefully this development that Hird & Sheedy have at Hastings has been declared in the salary cap.”

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Continued from Page 1“Residents should be cautious in

these conditions, and be aware of any severe weather forecasts,” Cr Colomb said

The shire’s municipal emergency coordination centre at the Mornington offi ce is assisting other agencies.

“Emergency teams have done an outstanding job in responding to this storm event and I thank the emergency services, including SES and Victoria Police, as well as members of our shire team, for their hard work throughout the event,” Cr Colomb said.

“It is also important to thank the communities of Somerville and Tyabb for their ongoing cooperation and un-derstanding as the clean-up continues, and for our residents to remain in-formed of relevant weather warnings.”

Inspector Karen Nyholm urges mo-torists to take it easy on the roads and watch for debris and fallen branches.

“Drivers need to take care on the country roads and keep a look out for workers on the side of the road,” she said.

“Police will be out and about man-aging traffi c and we ask people to be patient.”

Storm cuts power and roadsStorm cuts power and roadsWaste disposalWaste disposalRESIDENTS in storm affected areas in Tyabb and Somerville can access free green waste disposal at the McKirdy’s Rd, Tyabb, transfer station, with an authorisation letter available from the shire.

To obtain the letter visit the Somerville Recreation Centre’s customer service offi ce, 14 Edward St, Somerville, the Hastings cus-tomer service offi ce in Marine Pde, Hastings, during offi ce hours, or call 1300 850 600 or 5950 1000.

Proof of residency in the Tyabb-Somerville townships is required.

The free waste disposal will run until 5pm Monday 26 January.

Residents affected by the storm may pass their authorisation letter to contractors for disposal of material at the Tyabb transfer station.

Tip opening hours are 8am-4pm Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm week-ends and public holidays.

Emergency helpEmergency helpA range of information and re-sources is available at Somerville Recreation Centre in Edward St.Or visit mornpen.vic.gov.au or call 1300 850 600, 5950 1000; 000 or emergency.vic.gov.au; SES for fl ood or storm emergencies 132 500 or ses.vic.gov.au; United Energy 132 099 or uemg.com.au/; road closures information traffi c.vicroads.vic.gov.au/

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Oh deer, it’s lostIT may have something to do with the end of the Christmas season, or just an inquisitive nature. Whatever the reason, this fallow deer appears to have strayed from its herd. Although a regular visitor to horses in a paddock in rural Mt Martha, Chris Street thinks it would be better off mingling with its own kind. Anyone who knows where the deer belongs can call Mr Street on 0415 446 324.

A SPATE of trailer thefts has Morn-ington police scratching their heads.

Senior Sergeant Nick Vallas said 40-plus trailers of all descriptions had been stolen since October – when 17 had gone missing.

“The number is not as high now but still more than in previous years,” he said.

Police are looking at all disposal options, including scrap metal mer-chants, eBay, Cash Converters and Trading Post. Container-loads of trail-ers may be going interstate.

“We are asking people to secure their trailers with wheel clamps, coupling devices and padlocks, even when they are in backyards,” he said.

“All sorts of trailers are going off, including box trailers and tradesmen’s trailers – often when they are full of tools. We are getting reports of the odd boat and caravan being stolen as well.”

Senior Sergeant Vallas said many more trailers were on the peninsula over summer as they were used to transport holiday gear, boats and camping equipment.

He said police had noticed more trailer thefts from streets either side of Nepean Hwy and Frankston-Finders Rd, suggesting thieves were taking the time to explore adjoining side streets as they made their way down the pen-insula.

Anyone with information can call Mornington police on 5970 4900.

Scout ‘critical’Scout ‘critical’WATER police are investigating af-ter a teenage boy attending a scout jamboree in Mt Martha was serious-ly injured in a boating accident last Wednesday.

Thieves take trailersThieves take trailers

MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire’s new roadsides fi re management plan out-lines a fi ve-year program of extra works and categorises shire-maintained roads for fi re management purposes.

A detailed works schedule will be developed each year to address po-tential fi re risks from vegetation along shire-managed roads.

The annual works schedule will complement existing roadside vegeta-tion works, such as roadside mowing, tree and vegetation cutbacks, noxious weed control, and weeding to aid bio-diversity.

Additional works include removing fallen trees and clearing vegetation.

Works already under way are on Purves and Arthurs Seat roads; Ar-thurs Seat, Park, Churchill and Elle-

rina roads; Forest Drive and Hearn Rd, Mt Martha; Merricks Rd, Merricks; Waterfall Gully Rd, Rosebud; and St Johns Wood and Canterbury Jetty roads, Blairgowrie.

Residents will be consulted before works are started and environmental assessments beforehand will ensure environmental values are protected while risks to residents are reduced.

Mayor Cr Bev Colomb said ongoing community consultation was an impor-tant part of the plan.

“Engaging with our community will also enable our fi re management teams to have important conversations with residents about fi re management works and further promote the shared respon-sibility message,” she said.

The plan categorises shire roads as

high, medium or low priority to assist agencies to plan for fi re management across the shire.

Roads are assessed on fi ve objec-tives: prevent or reduce the risk of fi res on roadsides, prevent the risk of spread of fi re from the road reserve, manage safety of road users, provide control lines, and ensure recovery of roadside vegetation after roadside fi res.

The shire consulted with the CFA, Parks Victoria, Department of Envi-ronment and Primary Industries, and VicRoads. The plan was formally endorsed by the Municipal Fire Man-agement Planning Committee and the Municipal Emergency Management Planning Committee.

Details: mornpen.vic.gov.au

The 13-year-old, of metropolitan Melbourne, was sitting on the front of the boat when he fell off and was struck by the propeller at about 1pm.

Sergeant Adrian Sinclair, of the Marine Investigation Unit, said it ap-peared the boy was one of six on the boat with a scout leader doing ma-noeuvres.

After the accident the leader pulled him from the water and the boat was driven back to shore.

The boy suffered serious lower limb and arm injuries and was taken to the Royal Children’s Hospital. A spokes-person on Friday said he was in a “critical condition”.

The boat has been seized and the operator is assisting police with their inquiries.

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Winning ticketWinning ticketSOMERVILLE’S Michelle Williams has won the $5000 fi rst prize in the annual Mt Martha Lions Club trailer raffl e.

The winning ticket was drawn by Cathy Pandur, of Federation Centres, the new owner of Bentons Square shopping centre.

Ms Williams and her family were delighted with the prize, which she won after buying two tickets the day before the draw. She also donated $6.

The trailer raffl e was a success with ticket and Lions cake sales totalling $18,441.

Community organisations selling tickets received 80 per cent of the value of ticket sales. They included Legacy, Mornington Police Commu-nity Register, Moorooduc CFA and most of the schools in the area.

Lions Club of Mt Martha president Richard Johnson praised Bendigo Community Bank Mt Martha for supplying the trailer, and Mt Martha and Mornington traders for donating goods.

“Thank you to all those people who purchased tickets and cakes and made it such a successful event.”

Winner: Cathy Pandur draws Michelle Williams’s name from the barrel.


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AS tens of thousands of holidaymakers descend on the Mornington Peninsula over summer, offi cial statistics show record numbers of residents are out of work.

While locals may appear to be on holidays, the federal electorate of Flin-ders - covering most of the peninsula from Mornington south and across to Hastings and including Phillip Island - has had one of the highest jumps in unemployment across Australia.

A drop of 4.8 per cent in job partici-pation rates puts Flinders as the second worst hit electorate in in the country.

Neighbouring Dunkley (Mornington, Mt Eliza and Frankston), saw a 3.1 per cent rise in the number of people with-out work.

Statisticians regard fi gures of this level as a “regional recession”.

The fi gures released just after Christ-mas by demographic profi ling compa-ny Australian Development Strategies rate employment trends in federal elec-torates throughout Australia.

John Black, a former Labor senator who heads Australian Development Strategies, said the increasing numbers of job seekers in the Liberal electorates could be problematic for the Abbott government.

Flinders MP and Environment Min-ister Greg Hunt sees the report as “a public relations exercise and should not be used for comment”.

“Any suggestion that the Coalition is deliberately boosting job opportuni-ties in Labor seats in order to win votes

is ridiculous,” Mr Hunt said. “Demo-graphically, the Mornington Peninsula has the second highest population of older people in Victoria, which means we have a higher percentage of people who are retired.

“The single best thing the govern-ment can do to help with employment is to have a strong economy, built around private sector participation and a budget that is balanced, not putting pressure on future generations.”

Dunkley, held by Small Business Minister Bruce Billson, recorded the 13th highest rise in jobless.

Mr Billson said the New Year had started with “positive indications for the national economy” and he was “working hard to ensure these can fl ow on to the Dunkley community”

He said a record number of new companies had been registered in 2014, petrol prices were low and “jobs growth” in 2014 was nearly three times’ that of 2013.

“In addition, monthly retail trade val-ues continued to grow in October up by 0.4 per cent, to be 5.7 per cent higher through the year,” Mr Billson said.

“The latest consumer price index shows that all Australians are now ben-efi ting from a 5.1 per cent reduction in electricity prices following the scrap-ping of the carbon tax.”

However, it seems that if any Coa-lition policies are helping create jobs they are mainly benefi tting Labor-held seats.

Flinders and Dunkley are among many Liberal-held electorates where jobs have been lost in the past year, ending a run covering the past three federal elections where Labor seats

Tourist hoards hide ‘economic downturn’Tourist hoards hide ‘economic downturn’

saw the highest rises in jobless.Since the election of the Abbott gov-

ernment Flinders and Dunkley have had the distinction of joining 28 elec-torates to record a rise in unemploy-ment of more than 1.5 per cent in the past 12 months (24 of these electorates are held by Coalition MPs).

Mr Black said the three previous federal elections had been held at a time when the unemployed “tended to be found in Labor electorates” (The Weekend Australian 27/12/14).

“In the past 12 months, these resi-dents of Labor seats have been fi nding jobs while residents of Coalition seats have been losing theirs,” Mr Black

said. He said electorates recording high rises in jobless numbers could be considered to have been in a serious economic downturn over the past year, with signifi cant contraction of their lo-cal employment bases, with fl ow on effects in such industries as retail and hospitality.

The worst hit electorates included the demographics of “older female workers in part time jobs chasing more hours of work to make up for falling investment incomes and men driving themselves to work in a high street sales job which is now under pressure from falling consumer confi dence”.

Mr Black said year on year increases

in those “not in the labour force” cat-egory “includes students and retirees, but also discouraged workers – the hidden unemployed”.

“The 13 regional and outer urban mortgage belt electorates losing the most jobs [including Flinders and Dunkley] could be considered to be in a serious economic downturn over the past year, with signifi cant contraction of their local employment bases and fl ow on effects on industries such as retail and hospitality,” he said.

Mr Black said his report was based on jobs data collected by the Austral-ian Bureau of Statistics.

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Summer daze: The number of visitors enjoying the peninsula’s can mask the “economic downturn” being experienced by the number of residents searching for jobs. Picture: Yanni


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Ensemble tuned to playEnsemble tuned to playPENINSULA music fans are in for a treat with one of Germany’s fi nest ensembles, the Cham-ber Philharmonia Cologne, performing twice next week.

The ensemble will play at St Macartan’s Church, Mornington, at 8pm on Thursday 22 January and at St Mark’s Anglican Church, Dromana, 8pm Friday 23 January.

A diverse program will range from Vivaldi and his famous Four Seasons to works by Mozart, J S Bach, Sarasate and Rossini.

“Classical music the world over” is the motto of the ensemble, whether it is playing in little village churches, in the open air, in Cologne Cathedral or at the Sydney Opera House.

“We want to inspire as many people as pos-sible across all generations to enjoy classical music,” spokesman Jens Kehling said.

“The popularity of our ensemble is refl ected in the fact that we give about 300 concerts a year around the globe and our listeners look forward to a musical encounter with our talented musicians.”

OBITUARYHoward Hamilton Girdler24 Dec 1929–1 Jan 2015Teacher, community activist, writer, Mornington Railway Preservation Society co-founder

THE co-founder of the Mornington Railway Preservation Society, Howard Girdler, has died at age 85 of pneumonia.

Mr Girdler’s funeral was held at Tobin Brother chapel in Mt Martha last Wednesday and as his coffi n was being taken from the chapel to a hearse, the sounds of a steam train were played, putting smiles on the faces of crying mourners.

The former teacher was the driving force behind the foundation of the railway society, which saved the section of the rail line between Moorooduc and Mornington, although the society was unable to stop the state government selling the railway reserve between the light industrial area and the centre of town about 200 metres from Shire Hall Beach.

Mornington Railway runs heritage trains for tourists three times a month as well as on special occasions such as the 30th anniversary of the society and the 125th anniversary of the fi rst train to Mornington last October.

Mr Girdler and Greg Dunkley, who owned a hobby shop in Mornington, founded the society in May 1984 following the government’s closing of the train line in March 1983, although trains had ceased running in 1981.

After years of lobbying for permission to run a tourist train, in 1991 the government granted the

society control of a 10-kilometre stretch between Moorooduc and Mornington.

The society restored a steam locomotive, 100-year-old carriages, and other rolling stock and equipment. It was fi rst based at a BHP siding at Hastings in 1985, then at HMAS Cerberus in Crib Point in 1989 before a fi nal move to Moorooduc in 1997.

The society started running tourist trains between Moorooduc and Mornington in 1999.

Howard Girdler was born at Castlemaine on Christmas Eve 1929 and lived in a house opposite shunting yards. He was educated at Castlemaine Technical School before completing a fi ne arts degree at Melbourne Teachers College.

He taught metalwork, woodwork, and art and graphics at schools in Casterton, Euroa and Moe (where he met his future wife Margaret, also a teacher) before taking a position at Mornington High School in 1963 where he stayed until the late 1970s. He taught at Karingal for the last two years of his teaching career before being forced to retire due to ill health in 1982 at age 53.

With time on his hands, Mr Girdler, who had a strong social conscience, became a frequent writer of letters to newspaper editor pointing out problems in the town before being challenged to do something about it.

He was a founding member of a citizens action committee, which initially focused on opposing Shire of Mornington plans for high-rise buildings on the Esplanade, and a proposal to replace the Esplanade

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between Mornington and Safety Beach with a four-lane highway. The group then turned its attention to saving the railway, which led to the formation of the railway society.

Mr Girdler was the society’s fi rst president and then its long-time secretary as well as in charge of railway operations. He also wrote about trains for magazines, and undertook research for books.

He was a sportsman who played cricket and table tennis in his younger

years, and later umpired cricket games for many years. He was in charge of lighting for amateur theatre groups including Mornington’s CEF Players.

Howard and Margaret Girdler had two children, Paul, born in 1961, and Jan, born in 1965. Mrs Girdler, who grew up in San Remo on the Bass Coast, said her husband supported her sporting endeavours – A grade hockey and state cricket. Paul and Jan also played cricket, Jan with the state under-21 side.

Mr Girdler stood down from the railway society as his health deteriorated but still volunteered as a train conductor twice a month, and then joined Peninsula Ship Society, holding the position of president, and was active until last August.

Mr Girdler is survived by Margaret, Paul and his wife April, Jan and her husband Bruce, and four grandchildren.

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MOST of the artworks in this year’s Mornington Rotary Art Exhibition can already be seen online.

The “early viewing” at www.morn-ingtonartshow.com.au includes nearly 700 works in various categories, including still life, land and seascapes, portraits, nudes and abstract.

However, the artworks will only be available for sale from the opening of exhibition at 6.30pm on Friday 16 January where winners of $10,500 in prizes will be announced.

The opening is billed as a “styl-ish black and white” event at the Peninsula Community Theatre, corner Nepean Highway and Wilson’s Rd, Mornington, with entertainment from the Four Seasons String Quartet, gour-met fi nger food and other “quality refreshments”.

“We have been delighted with the

enthusiastic response from Peninsula artists,” exhibition convenor Rotar-ian David Benson said. “We are also pleased to have strong representation from Melbourne and Sydney artists to provide a vibrant cosmopolitan exhibition.”

Mr Benson said seascapes, land-scapes and contemporary were the most popular subjects.

“We decided to accept a reduced number of artworks this year in order to increase the quality of exhibits and improve the display space,” he said.

“Up to four submissions were ac-cepted from individual artists, with 10 from featured pastel artist, Nancy Thurlby, and more than four from some invited artists.”

Donated door prizes will be handed out on the opening night. Tickets, which include food, refreshments and

door prize opportunities, are $35 and available from Farrell’s Bookstore, Main St, Mornington or online at morningtonartshow website.

The exhibition opens 10am-6pm daily from Saturday 18 January until Monday 26 January. Entry is $8 for unlimited viewing time. From 20 to22 January Family Time will allow parents to view the exhibi-tion while their children attend one of six free structured mural painting sessions in the adjoining marque. Only children with attending parents will be admitted to these sessions (10am-11.30am and 2pm-3.30pm). Qualifi ed instructors will supervise and guide up to 15 students a session in three separate mural paintings suited to the child’s ability. Each session will be self-contained and will commence and fi nish at the scheduled times.

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Chairlift gondola Chairlift gondola clears legal hurdleclears legal hurdleMike [email protected]

A MAJOR legal obstacle to the $18 million gondola chairlift on Arthurs Seat has been removed with Save Our Seat announcing it will not appeal a planning tribunal decision in the Su-preme Court.

Save Our Seat had until last Wednes-day to lodge an appeal against the Vic-torian Civil and Administrative Tribu-nal’s December decision to confi rm Mornington Peninsula Shire Council’s approval of the ride last June.

Save Our Seat spokeswoman Kylie Greer said “on advice from our bar-risters, we would be hard pressed to overturn the VCAT decision”.

Ms Greer said deciding not to ap-peal would not stop SOS from “pur-suing political means” to prevent the gondola being built or challenging any subsequent decision by the shire to approve the chairlift consortium’s Bushfi re Emergency Plan, which has not been fi nalised.

Stamps, coin fairStamps, coin fairPENINSULA Stamp Club is hosting a stamp, coin and card fair from 9am-3pm, Saturday 17 January at Dromana Uniting Church hall, corner Point Nepean Rd and McCulloch St, Dromana. Entry is free and refreshments are available. Children welcome. Car parking is available nearby. Details: 0418 322 315.

“We are extremely disappointed, but our next step is to lobby state govern-ment, the CFA and Mornington Pen-insula Shire to make sure conditions are strictly adhered to,” she told The Times.

The group is concerned that bushfi re matters have not been dealt with ad-equately by authorities.

One of the group’s barristers, Rupert Watters, who worked for the Environ-ment Defenders Offi ce in Victoria and has been involved in several high-pro-fi le environment cases in Queensland and Tasmania, has told SOS that VCAT “plainly considered that it did have adequate material to make an as-sessment of the risk posed by fi re and its manageability”.

SOS said it would likely lobby poli-ticians, including new state Environ-ment Minister Lisa Neville, and rel-evant statutory authorities as Arthurs Seat Skylift had not yet signed a lease with Parks Victoria.

Skylift’s Bushfi re Emergency Plan must be approved by the shire council and other organisations.

Late last month, Skylift spokesman Simon McKeon said the consortium expected to sign a 50-year lease with Parks Victoria in the new year.

Mr McKeon said Skylift had been working with people “at the highest level of the CFA for four years”. “The gondola will not run on Code Red and other days of high fi re danger,” he said.


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PORTS Minister Luke Donnellan intends talking with “all parties in-volved” about the government’s plans for the Port of Hastings.

The government has announced In-frastructure Victoria will assess the merits of expanding Hastings or build-ing a new port north of Geelong in Port Phillip, despite Labor candidates going into the November election with prom-ises of “no container port in Western Port”.

However, now in government, Labor is taking a much softer line.

"As a government we do have time and we need to get the decision right on the location of Victoria's next con-tainer port; that’s why we will commis-sion Infrastructure Victoria to under-take a thorough assessment of how a Bay West port option stacks up against Hastings,” a spokesperson for Mr Don-nellan said on Monday.

"The government is expecting to get advice from the department early in 2015 regarding the scope and timing of work that needs to be undertaken to provide Infrastructure Victoria with the information it needs to make a thorough assessment.

"In the meantime, the minister will be sitting down with all parties in-volved including the Port of Hasting [Development] Authority to discuss their role moving forward."

The authority, which has offi ces in High St, Hastings, employs close to 100 people and is funded with $110 million approved by the previous Den-is Napthine-led government.

It took more than three weeks for Mr Donnellan’s offi ce to respond to ques-tions from The News about the future of the development authority.

The authority itself has not respond-ed to several requests for information.

In what seems an unlikely twist, en-vironmentalists fi nd themselves agree-ing with Hastings MP Neale Burgess

on one thing: Labor will come back to championing Hastings as Victoria’s next major port.

However, while being applauded by Mr Burgess that decision would anger the environmentalists who would be able to accuse Labor of deceiving vot-ers and fi elding candidates who were opposed to post expansion at Hastings.

Mr Burgess told The News on Friday that “everybody in labor wants it [the container port at Hastings]” and that pushing for the Bay West option dur-ing the election campaign had been to “just create a point of difference”.

He said the Napthine government and the previous Labor government had each spent four years working to-wards port expansion at Hastings.

Jenny Warfe, of the Blues Wedges conservation organisation, suggested staff at the Port of Hastings Develop-ment Authority could be used to “pre-pare for the very different future we are facing, rather than being paid for yet another round of trashing the environ-

ment, by us long suffering taxpayers”.Ms Warfe said the state Labor gov-

ernment “maybe hoping we have for-gotten what their [then] Ports Minister [Tim] Pallas said in 2009 re Hastings: No other port location offers the same overall advantages as Hastings, and it holds major economic potential for the state of Victoria.

“When Blue Wedges supporters met with him soon after, he said there was no plan B – so [it was] Hastings or bust.”

Ms Warfe said “that same Labor government” had “seemed quite hap-py” for commentators to label Blue Wedges “knuckleheads and jihadists … and as superstitious zealots”.

“It would be amusing if not so in-furiating to watch successive govern-ments fall over themselves to please which ever corporate entity is banging on their door on which ever issue they want government support and hand-outs for.

“Developers, shipping interests, big

coal and other big business get arm-chair rides through open doors to min-isters offi ces, while those of us con-cerned for the future of the planet are generally left outside, or offered a 15 minute meeting in three months’ time with a bored junior adviser.

“While this imbalance remains, what hope is there for the natural world on which we all rely?

“We don’t need Hastings or Bay West – we need a different future, not relying on the business as usual dino-saurs’ version of reality.” A Mangrove Experience boat is be-ing held Saturday 24 January to pro-vide passengers aboard the Tidemaster a close-up view of “the world’s most southerly mangroves” and birds that frequent the internationally recognised wetlands. Organised by the Somers-based Caring for Westernport, the trip will be addressed by scientist Dr Tim Ealey, also known as Mr Man-grove. Bookings www.trybooking.com/115703 or call O420 500 403.

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A GROUP of musicians is refusing to let the loss of their regular meeting venue at Frankston North’s Mahogany Neighbourhood House stop the music.

The People’s Place Music Club has found a new venue at Somerville Bowling Club to continue giving amateurs a chance to shine on stage.

The People’s Place Music Club has found a new venue at Somerville Bowling Club to continue giving amateurs a chance to shine on stage.

Club members Jamez Harrison and Sally Carter will host an open-mic event with a difference at midday on Saturday 18 January at Somerville Bowling Club.

Singers will be able to perform backed by a live band of People’s Place Music Club musicians in a fun environment dubbed ‘bandoke’ by Harrison.

The irrepressible happy-go-lucky Harrison said the band had a catalogue of “about 600 songs spanning from the 1920s to the noughties” singers can choose to perform.

“It was a shame to leave the Mahogany centre but sometimes something good can come out of something bad,” Harrison said.

Frankston Council took control of the Mahogany Neighbourhood Centre’s operations from a residents’ management committee late last year.Sing with the talented People’s Place Music Club band or enjoy the show at Somerville Bowling Club, Jones Rd, Somerville on Saturday 18 January, 12-1.30pm. $5 entry. Call Jamez Harrison on 0437 665 328 or email [email protected] for full details.

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Fireys thankedFireys thankedMay I, through your columns, thank both the local fi re brigade at Hastings and the many fi re crews who attended the fi re at Hastings on 3 January.

That no houses were lost is testa-ment to the skill and dedication of the men and women who knew their job and did it superbly well.Ruth Gooch, Hastings

Lawyer’s warningLawyer’s warningThe number of people who have drowned in Victorian waters so far this summer is nothing short of tragic.

Hundreds of others have also had to be rescued and needed fi rst aid as-sistance while enjoying time out with family and friends in our coastal areas and river towns.

As a personal injury lawyer, I have seen a number of people who have been injured or permanently disabled as a result of water-related accidents - many of these incidents could have been prevented.

Sadly, Victoria recorded the highest number of drowning deaths in 10 years during 2013/14.

Many of us are spending time at beaches and rivers this summer so it is important that we are vigilant.

Serious injuries can occur when diving into murky water where it is diffi cult to judge the depth of the water or see submerged objects. We should remember that a calm surface can hide strong current. Also, alcohol can impede judgement and our ability to get out of a dangerous situation.

We should continue to enjoy our beautiful beaches and rivers, but the tragic start to the year is a good reminder to be safe near water.Barrie Woollacott, Melbourne

Fish suppliesFish suppliesThe proposed closing down of our local fresh fi sh supplier opposite Wil-sons Rd, Mornington (‘Fishermen: nets ban a stunt’, The News 11/11/14), [run by] the brothers Neville and Dalton Hutchins, who, along with their extended family, have been fi shing in the Mornington area for six generations. A long term for such an important service for us, a food that we know is sold at the source from where is caught.

Yes,it is a small business that may not be so interesting to the major political parties, but it has supported their families, who in turn have given their customers a source of healthy unadulterated food.

Most of us do not have the facilities to catch our own seafood, involv-ing boat, time and the money for a recreational licence, so we, the public, become the losers here yet again.

They are not major ship factories coming in to plunder the bay - that is a load of nonsense. They are a small family business and we, down here, get that.

Perhaps it’s a chance for the "big guys" to give us a break for a change and listen to us.Maureen Federico, Frankston South

Uphold port pledgeUphold port pledgeIt is heartening for the environment that expanding the Port of Hastings into a mega container port will soon be just a bad memory. The state Labor Party's candidates for all Mornington Peninsula seats have strongly cam-paigned against the container port and, one would think, with the full backing of the whole Labor Party in Victoria.

Now is the time for these prom-ises to be made good. It is not good enough to make verbal commitments

on issues affecting society, we need defi nite decisions and an active commitment by the premier (Daniel Andrews) to lay this crazy proposal of a container port at Hastings once and for all to rest.

The invaluable environmental and tourist assets of a Western Port that will not be affected by dredging, the removal of large sections of man-groves or a huge increase in shipping can now hopefully be preserved for future generations and become a proud statement of Labor’s commit-ment to a more sustainable future of Victoria.

Daniel Andrews, please don't do a Tony Abbott on us.Rupert Steiner, Balnarring

System corruptedSystem corruptedI wish to thank Christine Fry, of Blair-gowrie, for her comments (‘Voting patterns’, Letters, The News 16/12/14) but, unfortunately, she missed the whole point (I know it might have been a bit obscure). The point was that the preference voting system is a joke.

When I fi rst moved to Australia from the United States (no, I am not going back) I thought how great, if I vote for someone and they are not elected then I will at least have the possibility of getting the second best that would work to achieve my concerns.

Although I am confi dent that the intent of the preference voting system was exactly that when it was estab-lished, the system has been corrupted by politicians that fi gured out how to use the system to be elected.

As I said, preferences are a joke. Christine does highlight this fl aw in her letter when she states, “If the Greens wanted [Liberal candidate] Mr [Martin] Dixon’s preferences, why did

they list Mr Dixon at the very bottom of their preference list?” which goes directly to the point.

It looks like this issue might be solved in local government elections in the report to government by Local the Government Electoral Review: “In addition, the panel proposed a further measure. The panel has clearly strengthened the amount of informa-tion on candidates available through the postal pack, in the interest of ena-bling voters to make a better-informed choice between candidates. The panel, however, believes that the publication of candidate how-to-vote recommen-dations does not enhance voter ability in this respect, but is a major induce-ment to dummy candidates standing purely as a mechanism for siphoning preferences.

I might add that my submission got a mention in the report: “Candidates should be required to provide statu-tory declarations that they were ‘le-gitimate’ candidates. This would stop all but the most unethical and morally corrupt candidates from serving as ‘dummy’ candidates.”

The report is signifi cant in its implications in many areas and can be reviewed at www.dtpli.vic.gov.au/local-government/strengthening-councils/local-government-electoral-reviewJoe Lenzo, Safety Beach

Surviving the heatSurviving the heatExtreme heat can affect anyone, but older people are especially vulner-able to heat stress and heat-related illnesses.

I am encouraging all seniors to prepare for days of extreme heat.

If you have a chronic health condi-tion, or are taking medication, talk to your doctor so you know what to do. Some medications, for example, can

limit awareness of physical discomfort which means that heat-related illness symptoms may be ignored.

Check that devices such as air-con-ditioners, air coolers, fans, blinds or refrigerators are in full working order. If you lose power, contact your pro-vider on the "Faults and Emergencies" number on your most recent electric-ity bill. A power outage guide is also available at www.energyandresources.vic.gov.au/power-outage-guide.

When a hot day arrives, remember to stay cool indoors at home as much as you can. If that’s not possible think about a plan B to escape the heat such as staying with a friend or family member with air conditioning.

As well as asking for help if feeling the heat, seniors are reminded to:

Delay any outdoor and strenuous activities such as sport, gardening and home improvements;

Drink plenty of water;Eat small cold meals more often;Wear loose, light coloured clothes;

and,Keep cool using wet towels.I call on friends, family and neigh-

bours to check on older community members to see if they need help. It only takes a few minutes to make contact and a phone call, or even help with practical tasks like pulling down blinds, may make all the difference.

Information on heat health is at www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au. Sub-scribe to receive heat alerts by email by visiting www.health.vic.gov.au/subscribe. For health concerns call your doctor or Nurse-on-Call on 1300 60 60 24.Gerard Mansour, Commissioner for Senior Victorians

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199 Marine Parade 1.45-2.15pmHarcourts 5970 7333 5/16 Skinner Street 1.45-2.15pmCentury21 Homeport 5979 3555

TUERONG108 Coolart Road 12.00-12.30pmCentury21 Homeport 5979 3555

CRIB POINT2/36 Pearce Street 10.45-11.15amBen Tallon Real Estate 5979 800320 Peterson Street 11.00-11.30amCentury21 Homeport 5979 3555446 Stony Point Road 11.00-11.30amSatchwells 5979 188812 Market Street 11.00-11.30amHarcourts 5970 733359 Urquhart Crescent 12.30-1.00pmSatchwells 5979 1888398 Stony Point Road 12.30-1.00pmTallon First National 5979 30005/335 Stony Point Road 1.45-2.15pmHarcourts 5970 7333 BITTERN3/23 Myers Road 11.45-12.15pmHarcourts 5970 733347 Burton Street 12.00-12.30pmHarcourts 5970 7333 2 & 14/75 Hendersons Road 1.00-1.30pmCentury21 Homeport 5979 3555 2508 F’Ston-Flinders Rd 11.30-12.00pmBen Tallon Real Estate 5979 800323 Portsmouth Road 2.00-2.30pmHarcourts 5970 7333206 South Beach Road 3.00-3.30pmSatchwells 5979 1888207 Myers Road 3.30-4.00pmBowman & Company 5975 6888 SOMERS1 Ti-Tree Court 11.00-11.30amCentury21 Homeport 5979 3555 17 Hume Road 12.45-1.15pmHarcourts 5970 73335 Dover Court 2.00-2.30pmSatchwells 5979 1888 BALNARRING3 Bayview Road 1.00-1.30pmSatchwells 5979 188819 Azure Avenue 1.30-2.00pmHarcourts 5970 7333 7 Highview Court 2.30-3.00pmCentury21 Homeport 5979 3555

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LOCATED down a quiet, no-through road, this splendid 1.61 hectare country property features a renovated homestead, and a handy amount of outbuildings to cater to any manner of hobby farm or equestrian pursuits. The charming bull-nose verandah adds a great touch of character as you approach the property along the gravel driveway. There is a huge parking bay in front of the home that will also accommodate larger vehicles and horse fl oats utilising the massive six-bay machinery shed. A nice blend of polished fl oorboards and carpeted areas can be found

throughout the interior which includes two spacious living areas – the formal lounge has an open-fi re place and a vast rumpus room will comfortably house the billiard table. A neat galley-style kitchen has quality appliances including a dishwasher and a pleasant formal dining room has a Coonara woodheater, air-conditioning and a ceiling fan. From the rumpus room you access a large undercover area enclosed with cafe blinds that overlooks the magnifi cent in-ground pool area. There is a separate hot tub, and to soak up the sun there is a raised alfresco timber deck. Three

bedrooms include the main bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite. The property has been well set-up for horses with stables and several fenced paddocks connected to bores. The substantial outbuildings include the main shed with phone line, hot water service, toilet and parking for six vehicles, and a semi-detached double garage. Acreage properties always attract plenty of interest from buyers seeking the tree change lifestyle, and for families, they can be reassured with a selection of primary schools and quality beaches in the immediate area.

Address: 4 Wellington Road, BITTERNPrice: Offers over $850,000Agency: Satchwells Real Estate, 1/97 High Street, Hastings, 5979 1888Agent: Don McKenzie 0419 955 177

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Bittern 6 Kinfauns Lane

The Ultimate Lifestyle Property Welcome to family size living on two acres in the Kinfauns estate.

The home offers five bedrooms -main with walk-through robe to

an ensuite, all other bedrooms have BIR’s, there are plenty of living

zones with a formal lounge, open plan meals area off the kitchen

and a theatre room. Creature comforts include GDH &

evaporation cooling. Outside is a very pleasant entertaining area

with IG pool, solar heated and electric spa. There is a three-bay

garage and shed with plenty of room for two cars and all the

garden machinery, bikes and more.

For Sale $890,000-$950,000

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Leonie Worrall 0420 979 956

[email protected]

Somerville 19 Sweet Wattle Place

Substantial Family Living Situated in a family friendly street, this spacious 4BR home

is close to all amenities including shopping centre, primary and

secondary schools and public transport. It consists of a well

appointed kitchen with plenty of cupboards, gas cook-top and

stainless-steel appliances and 3 good-sized living areas. Set on a

926m² (approx) block, other features are an impressive

entertaining area with bar and drive through access from the

garage to the rear yard. Additional extras include evaporative

cooling, ducted heating and a garden shed.

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Pristine family livingAddress: 17 Elspeth Circuit, MOUNT MARTHAPrice: $520,000 – $560,000Agency: Blue Water Bay Real Estate, Shop 37a Bentons Square Shopping Centre, Mornington, 5976 1188Agent: Darren Sadler, 0417 916 820

A PEACEFUL setting is the perfect start to your enjoyment of this immaculate family home, located in the ever-popular Sefton Grange Estate. Set on a manageable 536-square metre block, the brick veneer home is set below street level with a neat driveway leading up to a double garage under the roof line. Upon entry the main bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite, and the second bedroom with built-in robes are to the right. A separate formal lounge can be closed off from other zones of the house for a bit more privacy. The splendid kitchen and family area is full of light and appliances in the kitchen include a stainless-steel under bench oven and a dishwasher. A second hallway leads down to two more bedrooms and the main bathroom. There is handy extra space at the very rear of the home with a good-sized laundry and a rumpus room leading out to an undercover patio.


B T R E (03) 5979 8003btre.com.au

NEWLISTING

On a large block of approx 1000sqm this country charmer is sure to pull on your heart strings. Offering something for both the lady and the man of the house, there are wrap around verandah’s with

and 3BR’s with BIR’s and dual-entry bathroom from main bedroom. There is s/system heating & cooling and the timber kitchen offers an upright s/steel electric oven & dishwasher.

COUNTRY CHARMER

CRIB POINT $385,000

Great investment opposite the Hastings Primary school and walking distance to shops, church, foreshore and medical facilities. This ripper 3BR property, ideal for a retired person, young family or investor, has had a recent upgrade, including a fresh coat of paint, new tap ware installed to kitchen and new window furnishings. All bedrooms have BIR’s, there is a spacious lounge with

Outside is a single carport and small garden shed. This is

BANG FOR YOUR BUCK

buyer. Offering 3BR’s with robes, a neat and tidy kitchen has as an upright gas oven, lounge area with

garage, small garden shed and plenty of space to recreate a modern garden to compliment the house. This property is perfect as is, but could be recreated into a real modern charmer.

SNOOZE AND YOU’LL LOSE

HASTINGS $295,000

Fabulous home for a large family, walking distance to Bittern store and train station. 4 bedrooms include 3 with BIR’s and main bedroom with WIR & FES, kitchen with walk in pantry, Caesarstone bench tops, large 900mm oven, open plan dining, kitchen, living area, GDH & evaporative cooling, powder room, double garage with concrete driveway and parking for caravan and boats with side access for extra car parking.

BIG, GRAND & BEAUTIFUL

BITTERN Offers over $520,000

Neat and tidy 4BR home set on 697m2 block with loads of character. Features include kitchen with gas cooking, separate meals area, family room and

the front verandah. Main bedroom has WIR & FES, other bedrooms share the family bathroom, there is GDH and evaporative cooling. Outside, is a BBQ area, patio, water tanks & tandem carport.

PERFECT ALL ROUNDER

BITTERN Offers over $380,000

This solid brick home is neat and tidy throughout and is

a great location, this property offers 3 bedrooms with robes, main with walk in robe, two living areas, single bathroom, gas heating and split system cooling. The 620sqm approx block has a single garage under the roof line with rear access to the backyard which has neat and tidy gardens. This home has been well cared for over years and is in fantastic condition.

PERFECT STARTER IN OLD TYABB

HASTINGS $325,000 - $345,000

This delightful home has a warm appeal and has renovated throughout. The new kitchen has an electric oven and cook-top, there is a dishwasher and ample bench and cupboard space. The three bedrooms have new carpet, main bedroom also has WIR & FES, solar panels have been installed, there are two split-system heating & cooling units and light

the home a lovely coastal feel.

FEELS LIKE HOME

BITTERN Offers Over $380,000

HASTINGS Offers over $285,000

This immaculate property in Old Tyabb has no adjacent properties and is pristine both inside and out. On a 878sqm block, the home has 3BR’s –main bedroom with FES & WIR, kitchen with dishwasher, gas cook-top and electric oven, and from the adjoining dining area you look out to the decked entertainment area. The spacious living area features heating and cooling, and there is ducted heating throughout.

YOUR SEARCH IS OVER

HASTINGS $390,000

primary and secondary schools, shops and medical facilities this weatherboard home retains all the original characters and features. Offering 2

kitchen & dining area, renovated bathroom, sun room and a small bungalow. This delightful property could be renovated into a beautiful family home. So buy today and live in, subdivide or invest.

DEVELOP OR SUBDIVIDE?

HASTINGS $555,000 - $595,000

This home offers low-maintenance gardens on

boasting 4BR’s including main with WIR & FES. The

through to an open plan kitchen, dining and second living area. The kitchen has pantry, electric wall oven and gas cook-top plus dishwasher. There is GDH

garage with roller door accessing the backyard.

IN THE HEART OF TOWN

HASTINGS $395,000 - $415,000

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Tucked away from the road, on a 995sqm block,

inside and out. A sunny aspect provides plenty of natural light to all living areas, the kitchen, and two

place to host this coming Christmas then don’t delay with your inspection of this stunning home.

A HOME TO BE PROUD OF

HASTINGS $500,000 - $550,000

9 MENAI COURT - INSPECT SAT 12.15-12.45PM

Original ornate ceiling roses and cornice’s, high

windows will send you back in time to grand old days. The home has been renovated and requires

bathrooms, the kitchen has also been updated and

view through original sash-cord windows.

A SPECIAL PLACE TO CALL HOME

CRIB POINT $389,900

Set in a quiet court close to schools, transport &

or investors. There is a central kitchen and meals area with gas cooking, pantry and breakfast bench, a lounge-room has cathedral ceilings plus sun room. Other features include ducted heating, air-conditioning, BIR’s to all 3 bedrooms and dual-entry bathroom off the main bedroom. Outside is a double carport, garden shed and secure back yard.

QUIET COURT POSITION

Directly opposite Aldi Supermarket, this fantastic unit that is one of only two on the block offers two bedrooms with BIR’s, and two bathrooms including ensuite to main. An open plan dining & lounge area adjoins the kitchen that features gas cooktop, electric oven and dishwasher. Outdoors is a paved undercover courtyard and a single car garage with surrounding low maintenance landscaped gardens.

LOCATION, LOCATION


allotment provides the perfect opportunity to build your own home. With plans and permits for a modern 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with double lock up garage, all you need to do is choose your builder! Set in Old Tyabb, this property is close to schools, transport, Hastings foreshore and town centre. An ideal chance to secure a prime piece of land to build your dream. All services connected.

LAND, PLANS & PERMITS

HASTINGS $190,000

Shop 1/34 High Street,Hastings,


This 3BR unit in a block of 4 is a great buy for downsizers,

spacious lounge and dining area adjoins the kitchen, main bedroom with dual-entry bathroom and WIR, 2 more bedrooms with BIR’s, and a sunny courtyard with deck. There’s also split system heating and cooling and GDH throughout. The single garage accesses the backyard and has internal entry.

GREAT UNIT IN A SMALL COMPLEX

CRIB POINT $298,000 - $320,000

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113 High Street Hastings

Undercover parking

Luxury CBD living

Pay on completion

Turn-key inclusions

Two bedrooms

Vinyl wrap kitchen

Stone bench tops

Stainless steel appliances

Fully landscaped

Stamp duty svaings

FROM $274,950

9 NEW APARTMENTS FOR SALE

CONTACT SELLING AGENTS

JASON DOWLER0403 598 754

LISA ROBERTS0488 910 368

B T R E YOU’LL SOON BE HOME

LUXURY CBD LIVING

Stamp Duty Savings


Harcourts Hastings10/14 High Street 03 5970 7333 www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

HarcourtsSINCE 1888

www.harcourts.com.au

A stone’s throw to Hastings Marina & High Street shopping precinct this unique lifestyle/Development opportunity offers a rare chance to secure your future holding in this rapidly expanding waterside suburb or develop into a multi-unit site incorporating the existing residence. Comprising 3900m2 (approx.) of landscaped grounds which can also be subdivided (STCA) features a substantial 30Sq (approx.) family home, featuring multiple living areas, three large bedrooms, master with ensuite plus study. Entertaining is made easy with a central and well-appointed timber kitchen and large meals area. while outside the picturesque gardens are the perfect place for a BBQ with friends while listening to the serene tropical water feature complete with foot bridge. Special features; gas ducted heating, wood fire coonara, ceiling fans throughout, double lock up garage under roof line with internal access, immaculately landscaped gardens, huge American style 11.5m x 10.5m (approx.) shed & assured future growth. Close to all the Peninsula has to offer, local shopping, marina, schools, freeway access, public transport and a short drive to some of the best wineries and beaches in the area.

For Sale Negotiable over $870,000View www.harcourts.com.au/VHS5796Open By Appointment

Waterside, Lifestyle, Land Bank or Development Property

Hastings 55 Reid Parade 23 6

Tim Hughes 0410 470 515 E [email protected]

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On an approx. 1 ¼ acres with a well maintained and designed home, this rural retreat offers the peaceful and private lifestyle you’ve been looking for. The home has been well built and includes three bedrooms plus a study, two large living zones and a large master bedroom with ensuite. There’s also a gas log fire and cooling. A pleasant looking home from any angle the home could be easily modernised and not easily overcapitalised. Outside, you’ll be impressed with the covered decked entertaining area which makes the most of the private rural outlook, and with so much space to entertain from you won’t be able to keep your family and friends away. It’s possible to completely close in, so you can enjoy the outdoors all year round. There’s space for parking vehicles of all sizes, with a bitumen driveway and parking area. A haven for children, there are countless places to play and explore. The property has multiple water tanks, a double garage under roofline and is fully fenced. It’s hard to believe when you see how peaceful and secluded this property, but it’s within walking distance to Hastings village,schools and the train station. Make your time to inspect today.


Impressive Living With Relaxed Lifestyle

Hastings 201 Hendersons Road 3 2 2

Jason Dowler 0403 598 754 E [email protected]

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For Sale Negotiable over $295,000View www.harcourts.com.au/VHS5859Open Saturday 10.30-11.00am

Hastings 1 Warren Crescent

This neat home is sure to impress all who inspect. With loads of natural light, open plan living and great outdoor entertaining makes this home well suited to all first home buyers, investors, downsizers and anyone after that ideal location. Comprising: 3 bedrooms, central bathroom, open plan kitchen, meals and lounge, rear deck, garden shed and a double car garage. Close to High St, local schools, public transport and minutes to freeway access and the area’s leading beaches and wineries.

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Balnarring 39 Bruce Street

The moment you set foot on this generous allotment, memories of childhood summer holidays come flooding back. Within only a short stroll to the renowned Balnarring Beach and Balnarring Village this rare opportunity could be just what you’ve been waiting for! This flat and clear block measures 890m2 (approx.) and is bordered by established trees with a frontage of 18m (approx.) and depth of 49m (approx.) to build your ultimate home in the location you’ve always dreamed of. With potential rural views from a second level and with all the amenities and coastal lifestyle options this location offers. This is an opportunity not to be missed!

The Dream Block For The Dream Build

Tim Ripper 0434 513 640 E [email protected]


HarcourtsSINCE 1888


Tim Hughes 0410 470 515 E [email protected]

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Blind Bight 5 Anchorage Drive

What a great character home in a cracking location, with the fit out to match this property would be well suited to families, first home buyers and would make a fantastic edition to any investment portfolio. Comprising of 4 bedrooms all have built in robes master has walk in robe and full ensuite, with 3 large separate living zones including dining area, lounge room, and upstairs retreat, Conara heating, split system cooling, central bathroom and separate laundry. Additional features are water views, 2.5kw solar system with a 60 cent rebate till 2025 (which the successful owner would inherit this would reduce your power bill quite dramatically), and exposed beams and ceiling fans throughout. Outside there is a good size backyard, and a triple lock up garage for easy storage of your caravan, trailer and boat. Located in the perfect spot in Blind Bight, only 30 seconds drive to launch your boat, walking distance to the general store, play grounds and all this only a short drive to all the area has to offer.

Character Home In A Sought After Location


HarcourtsSINCE 1888


Jason Stirling 0411 520 173 E [email protected]


Hastings 3 Jillian Place

This exceptional home has all the features that you could wish for, would be well suited to families, first home buyers and would make a fantastic edition to any investment portfolio.Comprising: 4 bedrooms all have built in robes, master has walk in robe and ensuite, 3 large separate living areas including formal living, rumpus, open plan kitchen and meals, ducted heating and evaporative cooling throughout, central bathroom and separate laundry. Outdoors: offering undercover entertaining off the kitchen area, full side access for boat or caravan, and great size backyard for the whole family. Located in a sought after location in the solar estate, within easy distance to public transport, Hastings foreshore, Hastings shopping precinct and only minutes drive the Peninsulas Leading beaches and wineries.

Multiple Living Areas And Side Access!

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Jason Stirling 0411 520 173 E [email protected]

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Perfect home with 3 large bedrooms, main with WIR & FES, kitchen with gas stove, electric wall oven and a dishwasher. Two living areas plus dining room, undercover entertaining area, ducted heating, roller shutters to bedroom windows, air-conditioning and double garage. Garden maintenance included in rent.

For Lease $370 per weekInspect By Appointment

Perfect Family Home

Hastings 9 Lantons Way

Hastings Office 5970 7333 E [email protected]

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FOR LEASE


HarcourtsSINCE 1888


Bright, open-plan unit with 2BR’s, kitchen with s/steel appliances, and a wonderful living area that has a wall heater Single bathroom plus separate toilet and laundry, single garage and a paved, low maintenance yard.


Right On The Corner

Crib Point 11/339 Stony Point Road


FOR LEASE

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Beautiful family home with 4BR’s, main bedroom with WIR & FES, open-plan kitchen has gas stove top, under bench electric oven, dishwasher and ample cupboard space, and overlooks the dining and family room. Outdoor entertaining area, separate bathroom and laundry. This is a real beauty!


Wonderful Family Home

Hastings 2 Pelican Place


24 2

FOR LEASE

2BR unit with open plan living, modern kitchen with gas stove top and electric under bench oven & s/steel appliances. Main bedroom with WIR and dual-entry bathroom including separate bath and shower. Gas heating, split system air-conditrioning and a single garage. All this in a nice quiet pocket of Hastings.


Light and bright new near unit in quiet complex

Hastings 12/10 Kingfisher Court


FOR LEASE

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SatchwellsReal Estate

HASTINGS 1/97 High Street 5979 1888BALNARRING 14 Balnarring Village 5983 5509

www.satchwells.com.au

local agents with local knowledge for over 55 years

OPPOSITE FORESHORE & WATERS EDGE

If you appreciate quality, lifestyle then an inspection of this prestigious town house is a must. Comprising 3 bedrooms, master with WIR & ensuite, kitchen and family area with choice of two balconyies with views. Separate living room opens to a spacious, beautifully landscaped courtyard. Double garage with internal access, security system, intercom, split systems plus many other luxury features. Just imagine breakfast on the deck enjoying the foreshore views, or stroll along the boardwalk to High Street for a coffee.

HASTINGS $495,000

Don McKenzie 0419 955 177

TOP MARINA LOCATION

First time offered for sale is this stylish 3BR villa in the exclusive Illuka Estate. The clever design captures the light & space creating a contemporary feel that blends in with the natural surrounds of the Warringine Wetlands. The main bedroom has WIR & dual-entry bathroom with BIR’s to other bedrooms. A spacious lounge room has an adjoining kitchen featuring breakfast bar, s/steel appliances including dishwasher & gas cook top. Outside is a private courtyard, landscaped gardens, lock-up shed and single garage. This villa is ideal for those seeking a low maintenance lifestyle close to all that Hastings has to offer. Let at $315pw until January 2015.

HASTINGS $318,000


ONE STREET FROM THE BEACH

Not a cent to spend here with this immaculate holiday, or permanent home comprising 4BR’s –main with FES, lounge and dining zones with a sunny kitchen and a

throughout, a modern kitchen and family bathroom with separate bath, shower and toilet. Evaporative cooling , electric and wood heating all add up to very comfortable beach-side living. The established grounds include a double carport, workshop and paved drive. An easy stroll to the beach or general store with Balnarring shopping village a very short drive away.

BALNARRING BEACH $880,000

Sid Ferguson 0418 321 963

ORIGINAL HOMESTEAD

This original homestead, built in the 1940’s, is positioned on 1 acre approx. and features 4 bedrooms plus a study, hostess kitchen including dishwasher, large living and meals area with lovely high ceilings and a Coonara woodheater. Outside comprises a spacious yard with landscaped gardens and a gorgeous in ground pool for you and your family to enjoy over summer.

house all your valuable treasures and more than enough room for the cars, boat, trailers and caravans.

CRIB POINT OFFERS OVERS $570,000


446 Stony Point Road - Inspect Sat 11.00-11.30am

4 ACRES IN DESIRABLE LOCATION

Located on a no through road this renovated country home on 4 acres approx offers all you need in a rural property. Feature include main bedroom with FES & WIR, three more bedrooms with BIR’s, two spacious living areas plus kitchen with quality appliances including dishwasher. Three air-conditioning units keep things comfortable, and there is a Coonara woodheater. From the rumpus room you can access the entertaining and IG pool. Also outside are stables and a big workshop with phone line, HWS, toilet and parking for six vehicles. Another double garage is under the roof line of the home. Suitable for horses & many other rural pursuits, don’t miss the chance here.

BITTERN OFFERS OVER $895,000


TRANQUILITY ON A SECURE 3/4 ACRE

has the WOW factor. Set on a 3/4 acre block, the curved driveway is surrounded by lush gardens with the home itself offering a large living area, 3 bedrooms, including main with walk-in robe and ensuite with spa, and built-in robes to remaining bedrooms. The kitchen offers Meile appliances including dishwasher and there is ducted heating and evaporative cooling throughout the home for your comfort.

CRIB POINT OFFERS OVER $660,000

Don McKenzie 0419 955 177 59 Urquhart Crescent - Inspect Sat 12.30-1.00pm

LIFESTYLE & PRIVACY ON 8 ACRES (approx.)

Set on approx. 8 acres, this superb rural property offers 4BR’s – main with FES & WIR, open plan kitchen with quality appliances including dishwasher, a separate

also split system air-conditioning. The property boasts landscaped gardens, a huge workshop with three

paddocks with existing water and fantastic grazing pasture – stables are also available. A bonus is a large, detached sun-room. This property is in a great location with all that the peninsula has to offer at your door step.

HASTINGS $960,000


EXCITING NEW LAND RELEASE

JEREMIAH ESTATE (55 Cranhaven Road, Langwarrin)Vacant land in Langwarrin is fast becoming a thing of the past. This great new estate is unique and very rare. If you want to build a new home then look no further!

- 18 prime blocks in the heart of town.- Protective covenants to ensure a high standard of homes.

- Build your dream home and invest in your future.- Titles expected approx. April 2015.

LANGWARRIN $239,500 - $275,000


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Be impressed by this appealing 3BR home with a separate study that has been converted to a hairdressing studio which the current owners will leave if desired. The main bedroom has WIR & FES with BIR’s to two more bedrooms. A formal lounge has traditional decorative lace work cornices and adjoins the well-appointed kitchen with overhead cupboards and modern appliances. An enclosed outdoor deck area looks out to the lovely water feature and gardens, and there is a double carport. Contact Exclusive Agent.

CRIB POINT 20 Peterson Street

4 2 5PRICE $400,000 Offers OverVIEW Saturday 11:00-11:30amAGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

A TRUE CHARMERHOT PROPERTY

FOR SALE NOW OR BY AUCTION...Position is the key to this semi-renovated two bedroom unit. An ideal investment or suited for first home buyers looking to step into the property market. Boasting a new kitchen adjoining the lounge room, both bedrooms have built in robes and freshly painted throughout this unit is ready for a new tenant which we can source while waiting for settlement. Located near the hospital and medical centres and just a short stroll to Monash University. Vendor wants it sold! Contact Exclusive Agent.

FRANKSTON 4/32 Birdwood Street 2 1 1

AUCTION Saturday, February 7th at 2.30pmVIEW Saturday 2:00-2:30pmAGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

BARGAIN BUYING

AUCTION

Ultra chic townhouse, styled over two levels, overlooking the Marina, French and Sandstone Islands and surrounding parklands. Boasting the very best location, this renovated townhouse offers spacious open plan living downstairs, second living area upstairs and sleek designer kitchen with s/steel appliances. Other features include spacious bedrooms with BIR’s, main bedroom with balcony and a sparkling bathroom with double frameless shower. Contact Exclusive Agent.

HASTINGS 5/16 Skinner Street

PRICE $315,000 Offers OverVIEW Saturday 1:45-2:15pmAGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

FEEL THE BREEZE OFF THE BAYBAY VIEWS

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Striking facade and floor-plan, this 4 bedroom plus study double storey home sits on ¼ acre allotment (approx.) Located in a quiet court location (still under builders warranty) and adjacent to a park and only a short walk to the beach. Featuring plenty of living space for the whole family to enjoy, plus a 14m x 13m workshop (under roof line) and 3 bay carport. Exceptional home in an idyllic location with many outstanding features. Contact Exclusive Agent.

BALNARRING BEACH 7 Highview Court

4 3 7PRICE $770,000 Offers OverVIEW Saturday 2:30-3:00pmAGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

STROLL TO THE BEACH

PRICED TO SELL!

For those looking for a quality unit within a well-built and well-designed complex this needs your immediate attention. Including GDH and air-con, double garage and landscaping to the front and rear of the property. Caesarstone benchtops and s/steel appliances to kitchen with LCD downlights to entry. Finished with fly screens, letterbox and clothes line. Save on stamp duty and get in now. Two-bedroom unit also available. Contact Exclusive Agent.

BITTERN 2 & 14 / 75 Hendersons Road

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PRICE From $310,000VIEW Saturday 1:00-1:30pmAGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

BITTERN IS THE NEW BALNARRING

GREAT LOCATION!

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PRICE $1,250,000 Offers OverVIEW Saturday 12:00-12:30pmAGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

TUERONG 108 Coolart Road

COUNTRY ESTATE ON 5 ACRESPicture perfect, this is a home that welcomes everyone. Large living spaces, raised ceilings and bamboo floors create a warm ambience throughout. Featuring a superb kitchen, main bedroom with WIR & FES, separate study and rumpus room with bar. Additional features include 3 phase power to 14m x 11m shed with 2 roller doors, 12 solar panels, plus a shower and toilet. There is also a water causeway that links to the dam. This home was built to impress. Contact Exclusive Agent.

Secure this development site in a prime location in the heart of Tyabb. The site has a permit in place for 6 building lots starting from 576m2 to 872m2. The existing home consists of 3BR’s, separate study, lounge and family room, original kitchen, large laun-dry and double garage. The property would also be suitable for development into units, medical clinic, day care centre (STCA), build your dream home or simply renovate the existing home and enjoy this central location. Contact Exclusive Agent.

TYABB 39 Mornington-Tyabb Road

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FOR SALE BY TENDERTenders close Saturday 24th January 2015PRICE $800,000 PlusAGENT Wilma Green 0407 833 996

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Tallon

35 High Street, Hastings5979 3000

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CYNTHIA DOBBINPhone:0438 773 627

DOMINIC TALLONPhone:0408 528 857

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life on this 1 acre block with a meticulously maintained home with all the space and storage you could ask for. Featuring 3 bedrooms – main with BIR’s & FES, open plan lounge and meals area with GDH, Coonara woodheater and air-conditioning, and an adjoining kitchen boasting 900mm induction stove and oven. From the kitchen you look out over an undercover entertainment area complete with sauna. The house is surrounded by well- maintained gardens and there is an expanse of lawn area. A drive through workshop has carports on either end, providing plenty of parking for cars, boats, trailers and caravans. More sheds at the rear of the block provide extra storage. The property has a second exit at the back, perfect for tradies who want to store their trucks at home, or to get your boat in

For Sale: Offers over $590,000

Picture Perfect On 1 Acre

NIGEL EVANS Phone: 0439 540 055

Excellent Investment - 2 Year Lease

CRIB POINT

Priced to sell, this 3 bedroom unit is in near new condition and has been well-maintained. You can rest easy with this investment as a reliable tenant has a 2 year lease that commenced in June 2014.Open plan in design with kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, adjoining lounge and dining area with gas heating. All bedrooms share the one bathroom. Single garage has internal access and there is a garden shed out the back.

For Sale: $280,000

HASTINGS - 15 Windrest Place

Positioned in the heart of Hastings most sought after pockets is this low maintenance, spacious, family home. Freshly painted and new carpets throughout, the home is vacant and ready to move in immediately. The master bedroom features a walk in robe and full ensuite. 3 more bedrooms with built in robes and a second bathroom with separate shower and bath. There are two separate living areas that provides plenty of space for all. The kitchen overlooks the meals area and second lounge and features an electric oven, gas cook top and dishwasher. There’s gas ducted heating for the winter and evaporative cooling for the summer. Outside a double garage with access to the low maintenance back yard with plenty of space for the kids and/or family pet. With a very limited number of properties in this price range available and even less in this area, don’t waste any time!

For Sale: Asking $439,000

Windrest Wonder


SOMERS

Secluded Court Elegance

trees and lawn, the home has a main bedroom with WIR & FES, and separate study situated towards the front of the home, then you move through to the formal lounge and adjacent formal dining, with large picture windows. The large open plan kitchen has plenty of

rear of the house are two more bedrooms with BIR’s that share the main bathroom. This well presented home comes with reverse cycle air-conditioning, ducted heating and cooling, insulated walls and ceilings. Within walking distance to the beach, Somers Yacht

reserve which is at the rear of the property to the Historic grounds of Coolart House. An inspection of this property is a must if you desire the quiet life where you can enjoy peaceful surrounds and the odd koala in a tree, with a reasonable price this beautifully maintained property should be at the top of your list.

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This wonderful home has all the bases covered for trades people and families alike with a landscaped, low maintenance front yard and decked entrance providing the perfect welcome. The home itself is zoned for a family lifestyle with the master bedroom located towards the front of the home along with the formal lounge room. There are three other bedrooms, with BIR’s and a huge rumpus room at the rear of the home. The kitchen has s/ steel appliances including dishwasher with a spacious dining area opening to the outdoor entertaining area to rule them all! The covered outdoor area is huge and features extensive seating, a Coonara and even has gas plumbed in for the BBQ. All the conveniences you’d expect in a modern home are included like GDH, evaporative cooling, solar hot water system and a double lock up garage with internal and rear access via roller door. The ultimate shed/workshop has power and two roller doors with handy rear access from Boes Road.


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SOMERS - 23 Campsie Court

This four bedroom, two bathroom home rests at the end of the court and backs onto the Lord Somers Reserve. With two zoned open plan living areas, its ideally set up for the family, with the focus point undoubtedly the large timber kitchen which has plenty of bench space, dishwasher, pantry and a stainless steel upright cooker. Outside are two paved areas designed to enjoy the morning or afternoon sunlight, where you can relax with views of the gardfens and rose bushes. There is shady barbecue area, and a 40mx20m Colorbond shed with double remote doors is ideal for the cars and at the rear, is plenty of room for a man cave. Dreams can come true so come and have a look at your new address!


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CRIB POINT

This 2BR unit has two living areas, open plan kitchen, featuring stainless steel oven, gas cook top & dishwasher, plus plenty of cupboard space. Sliding doors from the living area open out to the deck, and the single garage has rear access. With neutral tones throughout this unit would suit downsizers and retirees. Rental

as new units.

For Sale: $295,000

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HASTINGS

To the foreshore, this home has been renovated large open plan living and meals area with GDH and a bright modern kitchen with gas cooking and air-conditioning. There are 3 bedrooms and a bathroom that has also been renovated, separate laundry and toilet. Outside there is a single carport with a dog proof rear garden and a pergola to sit and to enjoy the shady surrounds


Renovated Budget Pleaser

HASTINGS

Tastefully updated inside and out, this 3BR home is the perfect

spacious kitchen with s/steel appliances, including a dishwasher. The bathroom features a shower and separate spa bath. Outside is a large backyard with garden shed, secure parking and palm trees to add a nice ambiance to the property. Inspection is a must to really see the difference.



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Brand New 6-Star Rated HomesGet in early to secure your next dream home while they last! With thousands of dollars to save now in stamp duty. Exceeding expectations, no expense is being spared in completing these townhouses to the highest standards, with quality fixtures and fitting throughout. Your choice of three or four bedroom homes, all with double garages and 2 bathrooms. There is also gas ducted heating, and split system cooling to each of the 6 STAR rated homes.

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5977 8877 3/1065 Frankston Flinders Road Somerville, Vic 3912

Unit 1 - 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, DLUG...$425,000 Unit 2 - 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, DLUG...$415,000Unit 3 - 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, DLUG...$375,000 Unit 4 - 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, DLUG...$415,000Unit 5 - 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, DLUG...$365,000

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Balnarring Beach

Spectacular New Home Site Imagine falling asleep to the sound of the waves or relaxing on your deck with the sea virtually at your feet and Phillip Island as a backdrop. This is the life on offer in this quintessential beach cottage set in a tightly held cul-de-sac literally footsteps from Balnarring Beach. Cushioned within cottage gardens, the three bedroom, two bathroom home features open-plan living and dining opening to a deep vine-draped deck perfect for entertaining, spacious country-style kitchen and main bedroom with ensuite. A self-contained bungalow and a triple carport are additional assets. Walk out your front door and virtually step straight onto the beach track to the sand and sea. Expressions of Interest close next Monday, 19th January 2015

For Sale By Expressions Of Interest Inspect Sunday 12.00–12.30pmContact Lisa Fraser-Smith 0400 760 101

Robert Bowman 0417 173 103bowmanandcompany.com.au

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100 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK...

Boating accident with capsized vesselBoating accident with capsized vesselCompiled by Melissa WalshTHE annual general meeting of the Frankston Mechanics’ Institute will be held on Thursday, January 28th.

***OWNERS of horses suitable for artil-lery or remount purposes, who wish to dispose of them are notifi ed that Messrs A. Scott and Co will hold an inspection at Tanti yards, on Monday next, at 12 o’clock.

***MR P. Wheeler notifi es by advertise-ment the hours in which the Frankston Pharmacy will be open for business, he also notifi es that in special cases he will dispense medicines at any hour, day or night.

***THE anniversary of the Frankston Methodist Church will be held on Sunday next when services will be held in the morning, afternoon and evening. The preacher being the Rev Horton Williams, of Melbourne. who is spoken of as an eloquent and im-pressive preacher.

***MESSRS Alex Scott and Co will hold a clearing sate of farm implements and sundries on Wednesday next 20th January at Anesfi eld Park, Morning-ton road on account of Major Camp-bell. The sale will commence at 2.30 o’clock. The same fi rm will also hold a sale of horses and ponies on the fol-lowing day at Tanti yards.

***THE Country Roads Board has, dur-ing the past week, authorised the ac-

ceptance of the following tender, for work to be carried out under the su-pervision of the local municipalities: Mornington Shire – forming and met-alling Point Nepean Road. Allnut and Baker, £1773 13s 6d. Flinders Shire – Mornington-Flinders Road, contract 13, Wilson and James, £320 0s 6d.

***WE regret to learn that Mr A. H Greg-ory, of Frankston, is suffering from a severe attack of sore throat, through catching a chill the end of last week. Mr Gregory has been somewhat un-fortunate lately, as some two months ago he severely sprained one of his knees, from which he is just recover-ing. We join with his many friends in wishing him a speedy recovery from his present ailment.

***THE following is the fi nancial state-ment of the Rosa Alba complimen-tary concert held last month by the Frankston Choral Society. The re-ceipts were: Door £5 9s, tickets and booking, £6 4s 6d; advertisement 10s. The expenses were: Printing, £2 11s; Hall 15s; stamps etc. for invitations to reception 4s. Honorarium Mr Freder-ick Earp, £1 1s Half share profi ts Miss Rosa Alba £3 10s 9d; fares and photo Miss Rosa Alba 11s; half share profi ts Frankston Choral Society £3 10s 9d; total £12 3s 6d.

***ON Monday week last the members of St Paul’s Club Frankston, gave a concert at Seaford in aid of the Sea-ford Church. The Hall was packed. It is understood that the profi ts from

this and the November concert will amount to about £7 or a little more. The following members took part in the evening’s entertainment – Mr and Mrs Ellis, Misses Gregory, Bowell and Williams, and Mr Elliott. Dur-ing the evening the farce “Love the Winner” was presented, being well received. The accompaniments were played by Mrs Ellis. The club was helped by Cr Colleen, of Carrum, who gave some very fi ne recitations and Mr Warner jnr., a visitor to Sea-ford, who gave two comic songs.

***AN accident occurred during the holidays to two young men while out boating, which might easily have re-sulted in a fatality. It appears that a sudden gust of wind came and took them unawares, and the boat cap-sized. They both succeeded in keep-ing themselves afl oat by clinging to the over- boat. Accompanied by A Greggs and G. Hesselman, E. K. Mc-Comb was returning from fi shing and observed the accident. He lost no time in covering the distance, about a mile and a half, between his boat and the drowning men, and arrived in time to take one of them into his boat before he was quite exhausted. In the mean-time his companion in disaster had elected to reach the shore by swim-ming, a distance of about 200 yards, which he succeeded in doing and after a rest neither of them were the worse for their narrow escape.

***THE Naval Base Sports Club advertise in another column that their an-

nual sports will he held on Saturday, March 6th, when the usual lengthy programme will be gone through.

***THE sitting of the licensing court of the Phillip Island district was con- cluded at Wonthaggi last week when seven new licenses granted—four at Wonthaggi and one each at South Dudley, Kilcunda and Koo Wee Rup. In all there were 27 applicants, the successful ones being Jessie Allen, Wonthaggi; Charles Taberner, Won- thaggi; James W. Webb, Wonthaggi George Howe, South Dudley; Alfred Morey, Kilcunda; and Dennis McNa-mara, Koo Wee Rup Jas. McGrath, Wonthaggi.

***THERE was considerable disloca-tion of the railway traffi c on the Stony Point and Mornington lines on Wednesday, January 13th. A heavy engine by some means was derailed at Stony Point on that day. A break down train with a gang was sent from Melbourne to rectify matters. The 3.30pm goods train with car at-tached from Stony Point did not pick up trucks with goods en route, and the combined Stony Point and Morning-ton train, which should have arrived at Frankston at 5.30 p.m., was much delayed.

***SCARCITY OF WILD DUCK: OPEN SEASON ABOLISHED: Few sportsmen will be able to complain of the wisdom of the Government’s decision not to allow wild duck to be shot this year, but many who have

already made arrangements to join shooting parties have cause to com-plain that the prohibition was not announced earlier. The open season for wild duck usually commences on 11th February, and continues until 30th June but, owing to the fact that the number of these birds is decreas-ing, and that they are particularly scarce this year owing to the drought, a policy has been adopted whereby a close season will be observed for the whole of each third year.

***THAT rain has been badly needed throughout the district for some months past is a well known fact, but it was very apparent that nobody at the Tyabb picnic appreciated the rain that fell on Wednesday, the 6th in-stead. It is a great many years since such miserable weather has been ex-perienced at this annual gathering, but, nevertheless the event cannot be deemed a a failure. The shelter shed proved a great boon while the rain was coming down, thus allowing the people to remain in the park until the weather cleared, instead of having to return home and get a soaking.

***The benefi cial rains experiencd lately have minimised the dauger of bush fi res, and in place of the parched con-ditions existing lately there has been an abundance of growth. So much that prices for vegetables and all other produce have fallen considerably.From the pages of the Mornington Standard, 16 January, 1915.


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SATURDAY 17TH JANUARY, 6:30PMHASTINGS COMMUNITY HALL

NEWS DESK

THE 2015 Western Port Festival has an old favourite event making a comeback. Some of you may remember the ‘Miss Shire Of Hastings Quest’, last run some 20 years ago. It has had a refresh, and is now the ‘Miss Western Port Pageant’.

The pageant is a personal development oppor-tunity for women aged 16 – 28 years who live in the Western Port region, encouraging active involvement in the local community while being a positive role model. Local resident Jessica Martini, who is the title holder of Miss Galaxy Australia 2014, is the co-ordinator of the pag-eant and has been a wonderful addition to the Western Port Festival committee.

Eleven entrants have been actively volunteer-ing around Hastings and Western Port over the

past few months – you may have seen them wearing their sashes at various events. The girls will participate in a preliminary event at Hastings Hall on January 17, to then go onto the fi nals at the Western Port Festival launch on February 14. The winner will be crowned at the festival on February 21.

Come and support the entrants at the prelimi-nary event, which is open to the public to attend. Tyabb-Somerville Rotary Club will be providing hot dinner and refreshments as a fundraiser for their group in the hall kitchen. The entrants will participate in introductions, outfi t presentations and be interviewed.

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at www.westernportfestival.org.au, with all proceeds go-ing towards the Western Port Festival.

Miss Western Port Pageant set to Miss Western Port Pageant set to showcase community spiritshowcase community spirit

STEPHANIE participated in the Weekend to end Women’s Cancers walk in March, benefi ting the Peter Mac Foundation. She walked 60km’s over two days and as a team of fi ve she raised over $11,000 to go toward cancer research.

Stephanie would like to work with community organisations to maintain and help improve our community, and would use the title to try to aspire others to believe in our community and volunteer their time to help with vari-ous charities and organisations.

Stephanie is proudly sponsored by Greg’s Garage – Hastings

Stephanie Long – Age 22

ISABELLA is studying year 12 at school and is passionate about her netball career.

Isabella also hopes to one day open her very own animal rescue centre, so she can help injured animals and fi nd them loving homes.

If crowned Miss Western Port 2015, Isabella would use her title to make a positive infl uence in the community about animal welfare and work with the RSPCA

Isabella is proudly sponsored by Hastings Myotherapy and Remedial Massage – Hastings

ALICIA is currently studying year 12 at school and has been a member of the CFA since 2008. Alicia is currently undertaking senior training with a view of becoming an active fi re fi ghter.

If crowned Miss Western Port 2015, Alicia would use the opportunity to be an advocate for the CFA and the importance of volunteers in our local community.

Alicia is proudly sponsored by Hair About Town – Hastings

Isabella Shepherd – Age 17

MEET THE ENTRANTS

Alicia Jackson – Age 17Role model: Jessica Martini, title holder of Miss Galaxy Australia 2014, is the pageant co-ordinator.


MIKAELA is currently sudying at RMIT and has high hopes of becom-ing a graphic designer.

Mikaela has a desire to travel, and see the world to experience different cultures.

If crowned Miss Western Port 2015, Mikaela would use her title to unite those in need with those who have the ability to help. Mikaela would also like to get more people involved in charity work and create more fundraising opportunities.

Mikaela is proudly sponsored by Saya Beaute Bar – Somerville

HANNAH is very passionate about sharing her personal story of being a victim of bullying, and hopes to use her platform in the pageant to advocate for this injustice.

Hannah also wants to build up her self esteem, become more confi dent and help raise awareness on mental health issues.

Hannah is proudly sponsored by Harcourts Real Estate – Hastings

LILY is currently a volunteer for the Frankston Hospital emergency depart-ment, ideally Lily would love to spend some time overseas volunteering in countries which need medical support.

Lily is proud that she has completed her education to a high standard which has allowed her to go to University, as a young person she faced many challenges and has overcome adversity which affected her early education.

Lily believes she would be a positive role model for younger people in the community if crowned Miss Western Port 2015.

Lily is proudly sponsored by Ruby Finch Boutique – Balnarring

CHENEE is currently in year 10 at school and would like to persue a career in helping uneducated teens accomplish things that they cant do without being in school.

Chenee wants to be able to show everyone that they can do anything they put there mind too no mater what the circumstances are.

Chenee is proudly sponsored by The Victoriana Function Centre – Hastings

STEPHANIE is an Administration Clerk, who has a great history of volunteer work, including MS Aus-tralia, Crib Point CFA and is also a regular blood donor.

Stephanie aims to be more actively involved within the community and to build up her confi dence.

Stephanie is proudly sponsored by Anytime Fitness – Hastings

ASHLEA’S goals and ambitions are to encourage secondary students to develop as individuals through her own teaching and example, allow-ing them to grow and develop into respectable as well as knowledge-able community members through encouragement and support, as well as helping to implement programs that provide the youth on the Morn-ington Peninsula a greater under-standing about Stress, Depression and Suicide and how living an ac-tive lifestyle can often be a positive to counteract these.

Ashlea is proudly sponsored by MarShere Dance Studio – Hastings

SARAH completed year 12 and be-gan her hairdressing career. Sarah is proud of the responsibilities she has managed on her own, such as own-ing her own horse and paying for his needs whilst paying for her own TAFE fees that are required under her hairdressing apprenticeship.

Sarah would like to be a positive infl uence in our community and focus her attention on those who are struggling with day to day life issues.

Sarah is proudly sponsored by Dromana Estate – Tuerong

JESSICA is a nurse and works in aged care and is also a mother of two children. Jessica aspires to gain more self confi dence through the Miss Western Port Pageant and to build up her self esteem.

If crowned Miss Western Port 2015, Jessica would use her title to spread awareness about depression and anxiety, as it is something quite close to her heart.

Jessica wants to help educate peo-ple about self love and acceptance.

Jessica is proudly sponsored by C.P. Cellars – Crib Point

Stephanie Mcroe – Age 23

Jessica Underwood – Age 26Mikaela Fowler – Age 19

Chenee Foley – Age 16 Sarah Dennis – Age 20

Ashlea Taylor – Age 27Lily Warren-Venturin – Age 19

Hannah Swinnerton – Age 20


CardiacRehabilitation Program

St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to our helping our patients.

We offer a range of programs for our patients:

Some of our Occupational Therapy programs include: Therapeutic Gardening Group Art Therapy Breakfast Group Pacing Group

We also offer a range of Group Outpatient Programs: Cardiac Oncology Pulmonary Chronic Disease Management (run out of our Berwick hospital)

“Together, we’ll get you moving”

We don’t just care for our patients - we care about them, by working collaboratively to ensure they get back to doing what they love.

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255-265 Cranbourne Road, Frankston

Telephone: 03 9788 3333

Email: [email protected]

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St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital - Specialists in Movement Disorders

Parkinson’s Disease (PD) ProgramParkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition affecting people from all walks of life. There are approximately 80,000 Australians living with Parkinson’s.

Our Program:Our comprehensive program is designed for people diagnosed with Parkinson’s, their carers and families.A broad range of services, tailored to individual needs, are provided. These services include:• Inpatient and Outpatient rehabilitation • Education sessions • Follow-up with other relevant service providers • Home visits

Our team:Individuals are cared for by a highly skilled and dedicated team who may include:• Rehabilitation Specialist • Movement Disorders Nurse

• Physiotherapist • Speech Pathologist (LSVT LOUD®trained) • Occupational Therapist (LSVT BIG®trained) • Nursing Staff • Dietician • Social Worker • Clinical Psychologist

Continuous Care:The length of the program depends on individual needs. We work with individuals, through ongoing reviews, in the management and treatment of symptoms, maintaining communications with each individuals referring doctor. The program is covered by most private health funds; however self-funding options are also available.The education component is a series of weekly presentations by specialist team members on topics including falls risk and management, medications, mobility, community supports, relaxation and fatigue

management, cognitive and behavioral needs, latest treatments and nutrition. The Lee Silverman Voice Therapy LSVT LOUD®:Between 70% - 90% of individuals with Parkinson’s disease will develop voice and speech disorders during the course of their illness. Of these individuals, only a small percentage access Speech Pathology intervention. Miller et al 2006 found that “.people with PD live for years frustrated by communication impairment, withdrawal, social isolation and embarrassment.”The Lee Silverman Voice Therapy LSVT LOUD® has changed the success of voice therapy and the lives of PD patients. With more than 20 years research behind it, it is the rst speech treatment with scienti c

evidence and established ef cacy for the treatment of voice and speech disorders for individuals with PD.At St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital 2 of our Speech Pathologists are quali ed and experienced LSVT LOUD® practitioners and we are thrilled to be able to offer the LSVT LOUD® program to individuals with Parkinson’s disease.

MOVING BIG FOR PEOPLE WITH PARKINSON’S DISEASE

The Lee Silverman LSVT BIG®program:Research suggests that you should NOT wait until you begin to

experience disability, impaired function or loss of balance to start an exercise program.LSVT BIG® is an intensive amplitude based exercise program for the body. Research on LSVT BIG® has documented improved ratings on tests of motor functioning in people with Parkinson’s disease following treatment. Improvements include:• Faster walking with bigger steps • Improved balance • Increased trunk exibility LSVT BIG® trains people with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions to avoid inactivity and keep moving. It helps people to fully participate in everyday activities and improve their quality of life.The program consists of 1 hour a day with a trained therapist, 4 days a week, for 4 weeks.To complement our already established LSVT LOUD® program, we now offer the specialty program LSVT BIG®. Our Occupational Therapist, Amie Malcolm, successfully became a certi ed practitioner in 2014 and is excited to commence offering this program to patients in 2015 along with four other staff members who will be quali ed, in early 2015.

Testimonial:-Patient (Ian) is looking forward to doing LSVT BIG®Mobility problems are common for people with Parkinson’s disease. Ian, an active and dynamic 69 year old gentleman was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. He has a

successful business, enjoys playing golf and spending time with his family. Recently Ian’s wife noticed that he was shuf ing while walking and that he had some dif culty with putting his shoes and socks on. Ian will be one of the rst participants when we launch LSVT BIG® this month. Ian says he is hoping the exercises in LSVT BIG® will help to “improve my posture, reduce the shuf ing and get general mobility back again. I want to build my con dence so that I can perform better in my everyday tasks”.Our new LSVT BIG® exercise program and LSVT LOUD® aim to improve quality of life in everyday living. We are proud to be able to offer these additional programs to our current holistic and best practice approach to supporting our patients living with Parkinson’s.

REFERRALS:Outpatient referrals can be sent to:Dr Juris RubenisSt John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital255-265 Cranbourne Road, Frankston 3199 Fax: (03) 9788 3280Inpatient referrals can be sent to: Fax: (03) 9788 3304

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ON a seemingly unstoppable quest for greatness, ARIA Nominees, Kingswood were never going to be content staying home for summer. Wrapping up 2014, the four-piece rock ‘n’ roll band announced a nation-wide tour that will take them to the Chelsea Heights Hotel on Friday February 6.

Fergus Linacre is the man behind the rumbling and engrossing vocals so signature to the band’s indisputable brand of rock ‘n’ roll swagger. PEARL chat to the singer ahead of the tour, which will see Kingswood showcase their debut album, Microscopic Wars, recorded in Nashville’s legendary Blackbird Studio with Vance Powell. With heavyweights like Jack White and the Arctic Monkeys under the producer’s belt, we were keen to know how the pairing came about.

“I’m not too sure how, but he heard our EP, really liked it and said he’d be interested in working with us. Considering you usually have to book him years in advance, we were lucky to take his interest. Actually, it was pretty funny

because the fi rst EP we sent to him was a song that just Al and I were working on in our little house in Kew. Al played drums (he’s the guitarist) and I played base and keyboards and we just swapped all of the instruments around for the different parts. It sounded pretty shit; I mean, Alex is a talented musician but he’s not a great drummer. So Vance got this fi rst recording and was like ‘what have I got myself into – this band is terrible!’ I guess eventually he found out that it was a very rough demo. So we probably shouldn’t have sent a demo with the singer and guitarist doing all the instrumentals to this Grammy-winning producer, but it worked out really well and we ended up having a ball in Nashville.”

The album is certainly a testament to the band’s ability to diversify their sound and still resound with audiences. Having individually been a part of punk, jazz and several other musical outfi ts as teens, it’s not surprising that the boys are capable of picking up unfamiliar instruments and having a tinker. It is however surprising to see the band move boldly away from

the ‘Queens of the Stone Age-sound’ so successfully propagated in previous EP’s. The album covers a span of rock, from rootsy Americana, to grungy power chords and even lighter pop-oriented material. While Linacre maintains that diversity was always within the musical realms of Kingswood, he credits Powell and Nashville for the confi dence to explore those avenues in Microscopic Wars.

“Powell made us feel like there were absolutely no boundaries. He made us feel really confi dent and free to do whatever we wanted. I think it was good to get out of Australia and the leave the whole mindset of ‘will this fl y on a certain radio station?’ behind us. It’s not something anyone wants to admit to thinking when writing a song, but it’s a hang-up for many Australian musicians. A good way to escape all that was to get out of the country and be in Nashville where so many incredible musicians and people surrounded us. We just wanted to make music we’d love and the musicians around us would respect.”

Microscopic Wars stormed into the

ARIA charts top ten. Despite the band’s lack of emphasizing appeal to the major broadcaster, several singles from the album have invaded tripe j’s airwaves on high-rotation.

While the Microscopic Wars has taken the band to a new level, Kingswood had the unique experience of touring almost every major Australian festival prior to releasing their fi rst album, in addition to supporting the likes of Aerosmith, Grinspoon and The Living End on their national tours.

“I think we kind of didn’t feel like we deserved it. I always felt that you weren’t a ‘real’ band until you had an album, until you could hold that album in your hand and say this is our fi rst album. It’s the gun, you know?”

Smoking gun now in hand, the boys will turn their sights to international shores next year, hoping to expand their touring opportunities in America and Europe. For now, you can catch Kingswood at Chelsea Heights Hotel on February 6. Tickets and more info at www.ticketmaster.com.au

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The relaxed bayside location provides the perfect backdrop for a summer favourite on the Peninsula with the event promising locals and visitors a weekend jam packed with free activities, market stalls, great food and wine and live music.

The Live ‘n’ Local stage will show case some great talent including Tiana V, The Peninsula Folk Club and The Medley Boys but all eyes will no doubt be on this years headline act the Rolling Stones Show.

Enjoy Australia’s Rolling Stones experience at the glittering waters edge from 8pm on Saturday as the well known Melbourne musos and Stones maniacs put on their ‘down ‘n’ dirty’ version of the Stones. Featuring a wealth of ‘St Kilda Stones Society’ musicians, they pride themselves on recreating the looseness and energy of a Stones event that is extremely close to the real thing. If that’s not enough the band will lead into a

dazzling fi reworks display over the bay at 9.45pm.

Yes, there is even more to come the following day. If spending a summer’s weekend by the bay with good friends and good food isn’t enough, capping off the festival on Sunday at 5pm, a melting pot of reggae, Cuban salsa, Latin dance, tropical island rhythm and Brazilian samba, Sol Nation take to the stage. The infectious four piece dish out worldly lyrics and impassioned musicianship during every performance and bring you a wealth of international musical culture. Exotic.

The music won’t be the only exciting and exotic thing on show however with stand up paddle boarding, canoeing, sailing, out-rigging and snorkelling if you feel brave or just relax with a drink at the Beer and Wine Garden.

Whatever the age, there’s fun for all at the 2015 Frankston Waterfront Festival, Pier Promenade, Frankston Waterfront, Frankston. More info go to frankston.vic.gov.au.

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The Mornington Peninsula based three piece group have been playing together for seven years but only recently started doing public shows and with their powerful sound and passion for live music, are quickly becoming very popular.

Facades are steadily gaining a reputation for their fanatical stage presence, solid rock grooves and funky breakdowns that infect a crowd with dancing fever and non stop toe tapping. Their English indie-rock

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PROVINCIALBy IT Gully Mt Eliza’s new year started with as much disappointment as its 2014 ended after being beaten by Long Island in Provincial cricket on Saturday.

Any chance of a late run at the fi nals disappeared for the Mounties, who went into the game without one day specialist and leader Lyle House, who was representing his state in the national championships.

Jason Mathers, one of the Mounties’ best performed batsmen this season, was also missing.

Mt Eliza remains on just one win for the season and now must turn its attention to avoiding relegation.

There is little question that the Mounties are the story of the year. On paper they look the goods, however that hasn’t transferred onto the fi eld.

On Saturday, they lost the toss and were forced to bowl fi rst.

Long Island openers Brad Denny (30) and Peter ‘Potto’ Connell (32) started beautifully for their team, putting on 46 for the opening partnership.

Scott Phillips contributed 23 and lower order bats Stephen Hocking (16) and Andrew Tweddle (18) ensured the Islanders’ racked up a competitive 8/165.

Craig Enwhistle was the pick of the Mt Eliza bowlers with 3/42 from 10 overs.

In reply, the Mounties lost both openers cheaply and were at one stage 2/12.

Phillips was the man who removed them both, while Greg Lamb removed Entwhistle (19) and Tim Strickland (23), just when it looked like they were going to get going.

Tom Ewing was his team’s top scorer with an unbeaten 39, however, Mt Eliza run out of overs and were restricted to 6/143.

Langwarrin recovered from being

4/37 and 5/68 to score 8/145 against Crib Point. It was enough for them to win the game.

Danny Weare again resurrected the Kangas’ innings with 35 and next generation players Matt Prosser (15) and Taylor Smith (21) consolidated. Former skipper at Langwarrin and Seaford, Nathan Volpe, was superb at the death with 42.

Glenn Barclay and Henry Dolphins snared two wickets each for the Pies.

In reply, the home side was never in the hunt. Henry Dolphin was trapped leg before by Adrian Mack for a duck and when debutant Joel Bateman had Luke Herrington caught for three, there was little chance of a Magpies’ win.

Mack fi nished with 2/6 from 6.2 overs, while Dwayne Doig picked up 3/43 from eight overs. Jake D’Atri was also superb with 2/14 from 10 overs.

Mornington, as expected, got the job done against Heatherhill.

The Dogs batted fi rst and made 7/184,

Matt Foon top scoring with 33, Ben Clements getting 32, Sam Buchanan 28 and Luke Harper 28.

In reply, the Ducs had a great crack but ran out of balls, fi nishing on 8/160.

Young gun Kristian Miller scored 40 while Brett Maxwell top scored with 53, giving him man of the match honours after picking up 2/39 with the ball.

Brodie Symons picked up three wickets for the Dogs in his second game for his new club.

Peninsula Old Boys continue to set the pace, easily accounting for Pines.

The Piners batted fi rst and made 143 in 38 overs, Brett Remy top scoring with 33 and Jeremy Weare getting 21 at the top of the order.

Adam Gailitis picked up 3/24 from 10 overs for the Old Boys, while Jon Forrest snared 3/12 from four overs.

In reply, the Old Boys made the runs with eight wickets and 10 overs in hand.

Dylan O’Malley hit 55, which included seven fours and two that

cleared the rope, Matt Hyden made 26, Brandon Lawler 32 and Eivion Bowen 27.

Rye made light work of Moorooduc, who went into the game without leader Bob Wilson, who was also on Victorian duties.

Tom Baron made 62 and Matt Dunn 36 for the Demons in their 8/158.

Sushant Gupta was superb with the ball for the Ducs with 5/28 from 10 overs.

In reply, only Ben Williams (15) and Jack Kennedy (25) in his fi rst game since crossing from Somerville hit double fi gures.

Leigh Lambert, Aaron Fiddes and Cam Dunn all picked up three wickets each for the Demons.

The much anticipated game between Baxter and Sorrento was a draw without a ball being bowled.

The captains called the game off, Baxter Park a sponge with water after the heavy rains on Friday.

Mounties are goneMounties are gone

DISTRICTBy IT Gully THE District fi nals race continued to hot up on Saturday after the Round 7 one day matches.

Baden Powell’s resurgence continued on Saturday and in doing so, added further grief to Delacombe Park.

The Parkers made the grand fi nal last season and were expected to be well in the mix again for the title in 2014/15, however, they are starting to lose their grip on the top four.

On Saturday, they bowled fi rst against the Braves, who were superb in reaching 4/179 from its 40 overs. Rhys Elmi top scored with 56 and Sean Wilson helped himself to 54. This follows his 51 against Seaford in the previous round. Wilson opened the season in his fi rst three games with scores of 0, 2, 0 and 7. He has made 130 runs in his last three hits.

Shane Deal with 2/32 from 10 overs was the best of the Delacombe bowlers.

In reply, the home side was rolled for 160 in the 38th over. Nick Christides opened with 64 and Jon Guthrie hit 30. Deal at the end contributed 20.

Sam Harrison was the best of the bowlers in his third match this season for the Braves with 4/35.

Mt Martha and Hastings fought out a close, low scoring match, the Reds getting the job done by seven runs.

Mt Martha batted fi rst and were restricted to 9/119 from 40 overs. Mitchel Darville top scored with 48.

Carey Sawosz was the best of the Blues bowlers with 3/15 from 10 overs, while Tim Birch snared 3/38.

In reply, Hastings was bowled out for 112.

Max McKenzie picked up 3/22 from 10 overs in his fi rst senior game for the Reds, while Curtis Stone was the difference between the sides with 3/10 from 9.2 overs.

Main Ridge cruised to victory against Boneo, winning with 20 overs to spare.

The Pandas were restricted to 8/132 from 40 overs before the Ridge smacked 2/134 in 20 overs.

Brad Rossborough clubbed an unbeaten 51 to give him 422 runs for the season while Gareth Wyatt contributed an unbeaten 43.

Carrum got over the line against Flinders with one over to spare.

The Sharks batted fi rst and made 7/157, Tim Clements top scoring with 45 and openers Andrew Power (31) and Tim Clarke (33) getting their side away to a fl ier.

In reply, the Lions didn’t start as well but the middle order of Daniel Polson (33) and Liam Dobson (25) guided the side home.

Max Royal was superb for the Sharks with the ball, claiming 5/29 from 10 overs.

Red Hill still sits on top of the ladder more than 30 points clear after cruising to victory against Seaford Tigers.

The Tigers batted fi rst and were held to 9/104 from 40 overs. Corey Hand top scored with 25.

Andrew Mock was brilliant with the ball for the Hillmen with 5/22 from 10 overs.

In reply, Nick Shaw opened with 44 to help the Hillmen score 127 in 34 overs.

Tom Burgdorf almost pulled off a win for the Tigers on his own, taking 6/30 from nine overs.

In the fi nal game, Somerville was too strong for Seaford.

The Eagles made 8/180 in their 40 overs, Justin Allsop top scoring with 36 and Jamie Rowland hitting 35.

Aaron Peebles was the pick of the Seaford bowlers with 4/45 from 10 overs.

In reply, Seaford was bowled out for 159 in 38.4 overs. Ryan McQueen top scored with 43 while paul Hartle hit 41.

District finals race hots up

Running out: Seaford Tigers went down to Red Hill, despite a great bowling effort by Seaford’s Tom Burgdorf. Picture: Andrew Hurst


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SUB-DISTRICTBy IT GullyTHE top fi ve sides in Sub District cricket picked up wins in Round 7, making life very diffi cult for sixth placed Balnarring to make a charge to the fi nals.

It now seems that the top four will come from Pearcedale, Rosebud, Tootgarook, Carrum Downs and Frankston YCW.

The Panthers and Buds are equal on 72 points while Tootgarook is a further

game back on 60 points. Both Carrum Downs and YCW on 56 points, while Balnarring is a further 20 points back on 36.

None of the top fi ve were tested on Saturday in their matches against lower ranked sides.

Pearcedale made 8/141 in its 40 overs with Kaine Smith top scoring with 25 and Chris Dew and Shayne Gillings each scoring 22.

James Wisken was outstanding with the ball for Balnarring with 6/37 from

10 overs.In reply, the Saints were rolled for

116 in the 38th over.Tom Hillet top scored with 33

opening the innings.Rosebud beat Ballam Park with 11

overs to spare.The Knights batted fi rst and made

105 in 37 overs. Jason and Pat Nagel each took three wickets for the Buds.

In reply, the Buds made 7/108 in the 29th over. Jason Nagel clubbed 65.

Tootgarook smacked Skye, winning

by 47 runs.The Tooters batted fi rst and made

8/140, Scott Sterling top scoring with 53.

Pat Clinch was superb with the ball for Skye, snaring 5/35.

In reply, Skye was bowled out for 93 in the 35th over.

Rob Gruar top scored for Skye with 38, while Zac Stevenson was the best of the Tooters’ bowlers with 4/11 from seven overs.

Carrum Downs was bowled out

for 119 against Tyabb, however, still managed to win the game.

Mark Snelling was the best with the bat for the Cougars with 41.

Tyabb was bowled out for 65, Brodie Bennett top scoring with 35.

Stuart Swift snared 3/30 from 10 overs for the Cougars.

Frankston YCW easily accounted for Dromana.

The Stonecats batted fi rst and made 9/191 before bowling out the Hoppers for 97 in the 28th over.

Five in subbies finals race

Signed, sealed and delivered: Hastings went down to Mt Martha after being bowled out for just 112. Picture: Andrew Hurst

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See mitsubishi-motors.com.au for further information. Available at Mornington Mitsubishi. While stocks last. Mitsubishi Motors Australia reserves the right to extend or modify these offers. Offers available on new vehicles purchased & delivered between 1 January and 18 February 2015. Business & Fleet sales by special arrangement. See participating dealers for full terms and conditions. 1. Excludes Govt. & Rental Fleet buyers. Excludes Outlander PHEV & Triton models. Free Caltex Star Card (Fuel card) by redemption via mitsubishi-motors.com.au/freefuel, up to 6 weeks delivery. Terms & conditions apply. See your dealer for full details 2. Excludes Govt. & Rental Fleet buyers. Manual. Recommended Drive Away selling price, including 12 months registration, CTP insurance, Stamp Duty & Dealer Delivery. Premium paint $495 extra. DIAMOND ADVANTAGE: † 14.5MY Lancer, Outlander, Challenger, 14MY Pajero, Triton and 14MY Mirage - 5 year or 130,000km New Vehicle Warranty (whichever comes first). 15MY Pajero, 15MY Lancer, 15MY Mirage, 15MY ASX, Outlander PHEV and i-MiEV - 5 year or 100,000km New Vehicle Warranty (whichever comes first). Service conditions apply. *4 years or 60,000km Capped Price Servicing (whichever occurs first). Covers all items specified under the standard “Maintenance for normal operating conditions” scheduled detailed in the service and warranty booklet. Additional service/repair items (if required) are at additional cost. ^1 year Roadside Assist (Service conditions apply). For purchases of new Mitsubishi vehicles, your initial 12 month roadside assist will be extended for a period of 12 months from the date of the most recent eligible Capped Price Service for that vehicle performed at an authorised Mitsubishi dealer. Roadside assist, if extended in accordance with these items, is available for a maximum of up to 5 years. Conditions apply. Offer subject to change without notice. Excludes Government, Rental and National Fleet customers.

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MIRAGE ES HATCH $12,990 DRIVE AWAY2 + FUEL CARD1

LANCER ES SPORT $19,990 DRIVE AWAY2 + FUEL CARD1

ASX LS 2WD $24,990 DRIVE AWAY2 + FUEL CARD1

OUTLANDER ES 2WD $28,990 DRIVE AWAY2 + FUEL CARD1

MY15 PAJERO GLX AUTO• 3.2 LT TURBO DIESEL• SUPER SELECT 4WD• ALLOYS • CLIMATE CONTROL• BLUETOOTH • FOG LAMPS

$52,990DRIVE AWAY

FREE FUEL OFFERS.$500 FUEL CARD1 on the Mirage Sedan & Hatch range.

$1000 FUEL CARD1 on the Lancer & ASX range.$2000 FUEL CARD1 on Outlander & Challenger.

2014 PLATED STOCK, EXCLUDING OUTLANDER PHEV & TRITON MODELS.

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TRITON GLX+ 4X4 HI-POWER TURBO DIESEL• ACTIVE STABILITY & TRACTION CONTROL• ABS BRAKES WITH EBD • 6 AIRBAGS • ALLOY WHEELS • SIDE STEPS • EASY SELECT 4WD

$29,990DRIVE AWAY


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$42,990D-MAX 4X4 LS-U CREW CAB UTE MANUAL 14BP

EXCLUSIVE 3.0L ISUZU TURBO DIESEL+ 17" ALLOY WHEELS, FOG LIGHTS & SIDE STEPS+ OUTSTANDING 3.5T TOWING++ PREMIUM AUDIO w/ BLUETOOTH® AND IPOD® CONNECTIVITY+ FUEL EFFICIENT 8.2L/100KM#

PLUS $1000 FREE ACCESSORIES‡

DRIVE AWAY*

$37,990D-MAX 4X4 SX CREW CAB UTE MANUAL 14BP

EXCLUSIVE 3.0L ISUZU TURBO DIESEL+ PREMIUM AUDIO w/ BLUETOOTH® AND IPOD® CONNECTIVITY+ OUTSTANDING 3.5T TOWING++ FUEL EFFICIENT 8.2L/100KM#

+ CRUISE CONTROL

PLUS $1000 FREE ACCESSORIES‡

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$50,990MU-X 4X4 LS-T 7 SEAT AUTO 14BP

EXCLUSIVE 3.0L ISUZU TURBO DIESEL+ 17" ALLOY WHEELS, FOG LIGHTS & SIDE STEPS+ PREMIUM AUDIO, SAT NAV & 10" DVD ROOF MONITOR+ PASSIVE ENTRY & START SYSTEM+ LEATHER SEATS§

DRIVE AWAY*

$45,990MU-X 4X4 LS-U 7 SEAT AUTO 14BP

EXCLUSIVE 3.0L ISUZU TURBO DIESEL+ 17" ALLOY WHEELS, FOG LIGHTS & SIDE STEPS+ PREMIUM AUDIO, w/ BLUETOOTH® & IPOD® CONNECTIVITY+ FUEL EFFICIENT 8.3L/100KM#

+ OUTSTANDING 3.0T TOWING+

DRIVE AWAY*

$36,990MU-X 4X2 LS-M 7 SEAT AUTO 14BP

EXCLUSIVE 3.0L ISUZU TURBO DIESEL+ PREMIUM AUDIO, w/ BLUETOOTH® & IPOD® CONNECTIVITY+ FUEL EFFICIENT 8.1L/100KM#

+ OUTSTANDING 3.0T TOWING++ REAR PARK ASSIST

5-star ANCAP safety rating on 4x4 D-MAX Crew Cab models built from November 2013 onwards, 4x2 D-MAX Crew Cab High Ride models built from November 2014 onwards and all MU-X models. ^5 years or 130,000km whichever occurs first, for eligible customers; excludes accessories and trays. +3.5 tonne braked towing capacity on all 4x4 D-MAX models and 3.0 tonne braked towing capacity all MU-X models when fitted with an optional genuine Isuzu UTE tow bar kit. ~Includes economy alloy tray fitted at motorpool. #ADR 81/02 laboratory tests (combined cycle) for D-MAX models built from 5 November 2014 onwards and MU-X models built from 6 November 2014 onwards. §Leather on body contact areas of the seats. *Private and ABN holders only on 2014 build plate models. Excludes government, fleet, rental & non-profit buyers. Includes one year business vehicle registration, CTP insurance, dealer delivery and statutory charges. Metallic/mica/pearl paint as shown $330 extra. Only at participating Isuzu UTE Dealers from 1/1/15 until 31/3/15 unless extended, varied or while stocks last. ‡Genuine Isuzu UTE accessories on all 2014 build plate D-MAX 4x4 models to private & ABN holders only. Must take delivery of vehicle before 31/3/15. Only at participating Isuzu UTE Dealers until 31/3/15 unless varied or extended. Not available with other offers.

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$24,990D-MAX 4X2 SX SINGLE CAB CHASSIS MANUAL 14BP

EXCLUSIVE 3.0L ISUZU TURBO DIESEL+ MASSIVE 2,550MM LONG ALLOY TRAY~+ IMPRESSIVE SAFETY w/ 6 AIRBAGS, ESC & TCS+ FUEL EFFICIENT 8.0L/100KM#

+ HEAVY DUTY SUSPENSION

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13th January 2015