December 6th 2011

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By Mike HastGINA Mathers of Tyabb has put aside her devastation at losing the family home to fi re to warn people about its cause – a mobile phone charger.

Gina and her husband Mal, mem-bers of Peninsula Aero Club, were at a club function on Sunday 13 Novem-ber when a friend and fellow member, John Scorse, rushed up to them soon after he had landed from a joy fl ight.

“We’ve just fl own over your house and it’s on fi re,” Mr Scorse told the disbelieving couple.They jumped into their car and

drove up Stuart Rd, which is beside Tyabb airfi eld, to fi nd they were fol-lowing fi re trucks.When they entered their two-

hectare property, the house was well ablaze, fl ames bursting through the roof.

Mr Mathers, who was a member of Tyabb CFA for about 12 years and operates a trucking business, was able to liberate the family’s small dogs locked in the laundry.He and a friend also removed out-

door furniture from harm’s way.“Our house burnt to the ground in

about 20 minutes,” Mrs Mathers said. “It was devastating to watch.”

Fire investigators later told the cou-ple the fi re had been started by a mo-bile phone charger that was switched on.

“So many people do that,” Mrs Mathers said, “it’s a warning to turn appliances off at the wall.”She has warned her colleagues

at Western Port Secondary College where she works in the offi ce.

About 40 fi refi ghters and six

pumper trucks from Tyabb, Hast-ings, Somerville and Moorooduc at-tended the blaze, the fi rst truck arriv-ing just fi ve minutes after the alarm was raised, but were unable to save the house.Mrs Mathers said the entire roof

caved in and the only things left standing were the external brick walls and some internal woodwork.

The fi re was partly fuelled by a bottled gas line.The couple was among members

of Peninsula Aero Club taking part in FunFlight, a not-for-profi t volunteer organisation that offers children and teenagers touched by a life-changing illness or other adversity a day of joy fl ights and other entertainment.

About 1200 youngsters were taken on fl ights from 15 airfi elds around Australia.A week after the blaze, on a wet

Saturday, about 30 friends and family members helped the Mathers clean up.

Mrs Mathers’ friend Jenny Bolt said what was left of the house now stood clean and empty.“It looks more like a house rebuild

than the burnt-out shell of a week ear-lier,” she said.“Mal, Gina and their two daughters,

Crystal and Stacey, have handled with grace and stoicism the devastation of losing all their belongings and histo-ry. They have all supported each other through this trying time.”Mrs Mathers said: “We are over-

whelmed with the generous support given to us by friends and family in the aftermath of our ordeal.”The family had lived in the house

for 11 years and in Tyabb for 16 years.

Charger leads to house loss

Charger leads to house loss

Heartbreak: Mal Mathers surveys the scene of devastation the next day. Picture courtesy of

the Mathers family

Red Hill Ward’s new mayorMayor Mayor MartinMartinFRANK Martin is the new

mayor of Mornington Penin-sula Shire, elected in a close vote over Cr Leigh Eustace on Monday night.Cr Martin, 67, who lives at

Arthurs Seat, said he would work hard to protect the green wedges – “our lungs” – as well as the unique character of peninsula townships.He would lobby for comple-

tion of the bay trial, improved sports pavilions, the shire’s bicycle strategy and “go on the front foot as the Port of Hastings and Peninsula Link freeway” projects came to fruition.

Married to Di and with fi ve adult children, the building designer has set his business aside for the mayoral year.

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LITTLE DONKEYLittle donkey, little donkey on the dusty road

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Ring out those bells tonight Bethlehem, BethlehemFollow that star tonight Bethlehem, Bethlehem

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The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes,But little Lord Jesus no crying he makes,

I love you, Lord Jesus; look down from the sky,And stay by my side until morning is nigh.

Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask you to stayClose by me forever, and love me, I pray.

Bless all the dear children in your tender care,And take us to heaven, to live with you there.

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By Mike HastGINA Mathers of Tyabb has put aside her devastation at losing the family home to fi re to warn people about its cause – a mobile phone charger.

Gina and her husband Mal, mem-bers of Peninsula Aero Club, were at a club function on Sunday 13 Novem-ber when a friend and fellow member, John Scorse, rushed up to them soon after he had landed from a joy fl ight.

“We’ve just fl own over your house and it’s on fi re,” Mr Scorse told the disbelieving couple.

They jumped into their car and drove up Stuart Rd, which is beside Tyabb airfi eld, to fi nd they were fol-lowing fi re trucks.

When they entered their two-hectare property, the house was well ablaze, fl ames bursting through the roof.

Mr Mathers, who was a member of Tyabb CFA for about 12 years and ope rates a trucking business, was able to liberate the family’s small dogs locked in the laundry.

He and a friend also removed out-door furniture from harm’s way.

“Our house burnt to the ground in about 20 minutes,” Mrs Mathers said. “It was devastating to watch.”

Fire investigators later told the cou-ple the fi re had been started by a mo-bile phone charger that was switched on.

“So many people do that,” Mrs Mathers said, “it’s a warning to turn appliances off at the wall.”

She has warned her colleagues at Western Port Secondary College where she works in the offi ce.

About 40 fi refi ghters and six

pumper trucks from Tyabb, Hast-ings, Somerville and Moorooduc at-tended the blaze, the fi rst truck arriv-ing just fi ve minutes after the alarm was raised, but were unable to save the house.

Mrs Mathers said the entire roof caved in and the only things left standing were the external brick walls and some internal woodwork.

The fi re was partly fuelled by a bottled gas line.

The couple was among members of Peninsula Aero Club taking part in FunFlight, a not-for-profi t volunteer organisation that offers children and teenagers touched by a life-changing illness or other adversity a day of joy fl ights and other entertainment.

About 1200 youngsters were taken on fl ights from 15 airfi elds around Australia.

A week after the blaze, on a wet Saturday, about 30 friends and family members helped the Mathers clean up.

Mrs Mathers’ friend Jenny Bolt said what was left of the house now stood clean and empty.

“It looks more like a house rebuild than the burnt-out shell of a week ear-lier,” she said.

“Mal, Gina and their two daughters, Crystal and Stacey, have handled with grace and stoicism the devastation of losing all their belongings and histo-ry. They have all supported each other through this trying time.”

Mrs Mathers said: “We are over-whelmed with the generous support given to us by friends and family in the aftermath of our ordeal.”

The family had lived in the house for 11 years and in Tyabb for 16 years.

Charger leads to house lossCharger leads to house loss

Heartbreak: Mal Mathers surveys the scene of devastation the next day. Picture courtesy of the Mathers family

Red Hill Ward’s new mayor.

Mayor Mayor MartinMartinFRANK Martin is the new mayor of Mornington Penin-sula Shire, elected in a close vote over Cr Leigh Eustace on Monday night.

Cr Martin, 67, who lives at Arthurs Seat, said he would work hard to protect the green wedges – “our lungs” – as well as the unique character of peninsula townships.

He would lobby for comple-tion of the bay trial, improved sports pavilions, the shire’s bicycle strategy and “go on the front foot as the Port of Hastings and Peninsula Link freeway” projects came to fruition.

Married to Di and with fi ve adult children, the building designer has set his business aside for the mayoral year.


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Killer crossing: Right, Gwen Bates is calling for the Tyabb level crossing to be replaced by a bridge before the town grows and the Port of Hastings is expanded. Top, her daughter Kay Stanley was killed when the Stony Point train and her VW Beetle collided at the crossing in January 2008. The train pushed the car 200 metres and under the platform.

By Mike HastTHE train line and road at Tyabb should be grade separated, says the mother of the woman killed at the level crossing in early 2008.

Gwen Bates returned to Australia from the United Kingdom two weeks ago for le-gal proceedings associated with proposed 10-day inquest in May next year into her daughter Kay Stanley’s death on the Aus-tralia Day holiday on 28 January 2008.

Ms Stanley, a teacher at Tyabb Pre-school, was travelling from her home in Mornington to prepare for the new school year when her VW Beetle was struck by the Stony Point train.

Police said Ms Stanley went through fl ashing red lights on Mornington-Tyabb Rd and was struck by the Frankston-bound, two-carriage country train then op-erated by Connex.

The impact pushed her vehicle almost 200 metres and crushed it against the Ty-abb station platform.

Mrs Bates has campaigned tirelessly since the tragic day to clear her daughter’s name as well as lobby government to install safer crossings on the Stony Point line.

In late 2008, then Public Transport Min-ister Lynne Kosky announced upgrades to the fi ve remaining unprotected level cross-ings on the Stony Point line. The last two, at Bittern and Crib Point, were installed late last year.

Mrs Bates said the installation of boom gates at Tyabb started one day after her daughter was killed. Ms Stanley, 32, was 10 weeks pregnant and due to marry her fi ancé Brett Vogel, also of Mornington, in March. She fl ew to Australia to attend her daughter’s funeral instead of her wedding.

Late last week she told The News the level crossing should be removed and re-placed with a bridge.

“Plans to expand the Port of Hastings, which include Tyabb with its port use land, mean the crossing should be modernised,” she said.

“The grade separation should also be part of the Tyabb township plan released by the shire recently. The rail line and road should be separated before Tyabb grows any bigger.”

Mrs Bates said she had contacted Morn-ington Peninsula Shire’s planning depart-ment to ask if the Tyabb plan included a “safety interface agreement” – how to manage the safety of crossings by involv-ing all government department and trans-port authorities – but received an unsatis-factory reply.

“One planner I spoke to didn’t even know what it was,” she said.

Mrs Bates and her legal team have been successful in obtaining documents about the accident in 2008 under Freedom of In-formation.

She said they would form part of her evi-dence at the inquest.

Ms Stanley’s death came fi ve months after the death of Somerville truck driver Geoff Young in August 2007 at the Bun-gower Rd level crossing just 2.5 kilome-tres further north.

Last May, Mrs Bates obtained an or-der to exhume her daughter’s body from Flinders cemetery and took her back to Yorkshire, where Ms Stanley was laid to rest in a woodland cemetery in south York-shire, not far from where she grew up.

Mrs Bates will return to Australia in May for the inquest.

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AN olive tree symbolising peace, wel-come, new beginnings and longevity is the centerpiece of a new community garden at Hastings.

Opened on Thursday 1 December, the Good Shepherd Youth and Family Service launched its community gar-den at Wallaroo Community Centre.

Among those at the launch were Good Shepherd CEO Robyn Roberts and South East Water customer and com-

munity general manager Julia Oxley.Ms Roberts and Ms Oxley planted

the olive tree. Good Shepherd’s media and market-

ing coordinator David Sutherland said the community garden would be “a resource for the Hastings community”.

“Apart from the obvious environ-mental outcomes, the garden will help locals to make social connections with others, improve their physical and

mental health and also help reduce food costs for individuals and families.

“It will also help introduce people from Hastings to the other essential services – from child care through to adult education – provided through the community centre.

“It will be a wonderful new focal point for the local community, which has seen some diffi cult times recently.”

Olive offering: Julia Oxley, of South East Water, and Good Shepherd Youth and Family Service CEO Robyn Roberts planting a ceremonial olive tree at the community garden.

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By Mike HastTHE state government will spend between $1-1.5 million to rebuild the Hastings jetty and add a 36-metre long fl oating pontoon with access gangway.

Tenders for the work close on 14 December, work is expected to start in the new year and be completed mid-2012.

The decision ends an almost four-year battle to save the timber part of the jetty, a version of which has existed since 1865 when Hastings was a fi shing village.

Plans by the previous government, led by La-bor Premier John Brumby, to demolish the wood-en section in 2008 and replace it with a concrete pontoon galvanised residents and “friends” of the jetty, and led to hundreds of letters of protest, a petition and a rally last October prior to the state election.

Hastings Liberal MP Neale Burgess, re-elected last November, said he had lobbied hard after the Liberal-Nationals Coalition won offi ce to get ex-tra money for the rebuild.

In 2008 Parks Victoria said it had about $300,000 from Marine Safety Victoria and “a further sum”, believed to be about $270,000, from Parks’ budget for the demolition and con-crete pontoon. The jetty was supposed to be opened by the end of 2008.

Next year, the demolition of the condemned slipway on the northern part of the jetty’s ‘T’ and rebuilding of the wooden end of the jetty and the southern part of the ‘T’ will cost about $1 mil-lion. The low landing on the southern end also will be removed.

The fl oating pontoon and gangway will be parallel to the southern ‘T’. It will be similar to pontoons at San Remo and Warneet South jetties, all designed to make accessing jetties easier and safer in Western Port’s three-metre tide.

Other features will include handrails, lights,

Jetty star: Artist’s drawing of the proposed Hastings jetty, fl oating pontoon and gangway.

Jetty to cost $1-1.5mJetty to cost $1-1.5m

seats and fi shing rod holders.The Parks Victoria tender, issued on 23 No-

vember, states the work will include 44 treated hardwood timber piles, crossheads, beams and decking, the 36-metre fl oating pontoon and its 21-metre gangway.

The jetty refurbishment and pontoon with its gangway will be separate tenders.

Work will be done from the water as the exist-ing concrete section is not suitable for heavy loads, Parks said.

The News understands fi ve or six companies will likely tender for the project, including at least one from interstate.

The project will be funded by Parks Victoria, the Department of Transport’s ‘Boating Safety

Facilities’ and ‘Local Ports Risk’ programs, and Department of Primary Industries’ recreational fi shing grants program.

During construction, people will be able to use the inner concrete section and the Hayman Pa-cifi c marina arm, which is halfway along the jetty on the southern side, and is leased to boat owners.

Ports Minister Denis Napthine said the her-itage-listed fi sherman’s shed at the start of the jetty would be refurbished and leased to a private operator with “its traditional use as a fresh fi sh outlet being given preference”. In recent years, Parks Victoria has spent $3.65 million on Mornington pier, $3.5 million at Frankston, $1.45 million at Rosebud, and more than $2 million at Flinders.

Volunteers wantedVolunteers wantedTHE Department of Sustainabil-ity and Environment has called for nominations for voluntary members of Merricks foreshore reserve man-agement committee.

The fi ve-kilometre long Merricks foreshore runs between Balnarring and Pt Leo.

DSE property offi cer Brendan Ka-vanagh said the committee would “play a vital role in the decision making for the foreshore”.

“The foreshore has signifi cant re-gional recreational, tourist and envi-ronmental values, and is highly val-ued by local residents and visitors alike,” Mr Kavanagh said.

“Residents with an interest in conserving and managing the coast, knowledge of the local community, fi nance, legal or community educa-

tion skills are encouraged to apply, however, no formal skills are re-quired.”

For a nomination form and infor-mation kit, call Mr Kavanagh on 9296 4521 or email [email protected] Expressions of interest close Monday 19 December.

CorrectionCorrectionTHE Western Port News front page article on 22 November, “Wipeout for workers, bonuses for bosses”, reported $3.1 million of bonuses to BlueScope executives as well as the impact of the closure of the compa-ny’s hot strip mill and a metal coat-ing line at Hastings.

Included in the article was a ref-erence to Crib Point Engineering being under pressure. CPE manag-ing director Ted Banks states this is

incorrect. “Nothing is further from the truth as from 1982 we have in-sulated ourselves from this prob-lem and have traded globally,” Mr Banks said.

JPs take a breakJPs take a breakJUSTICE of the Peace signing cen-tres at police stations in Frankston and Mornington will be closed over the Christmas holiday season.

JPs will not be available at Frankston police station from 21 December to 16 January, or at Mornington police station from 19 December to 9 January.

However, JPs will be at Rose-bud police station in Boneo Rd on Thurs days from 11am-2pm during the Christmas break.

If a JP is over the break, contact the Honorary Justice Offi ce on 9603

9090 or look up community infor-mation directories at council offi ces or com munity information and sup-port cen tres for a list of JPs.

JPs are needed at Mornington and Rosebud police station signing cen-tres 11am-2pm one day a month. Details: Kathy, 9525 7099.

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SEALS might look cute and furry, but they are not cuddly.However, they are protected and the Department of Sus-tainability and Environment (DSE) has warned beach us-ers to keep away as Australian fur seals begin to camp out on Mornington Peninsula beaches.

One person has already been bitten by a seal while try-ing to put it into the sea at Somers.

Seals have also been seen resting on the front beaches in McCrae, Sorrento and Rosebud.

DSE senior wildlife offi cer Emily Gibson said it is com-mon for yearling seals to come ashore at this time of year and rest on the beach.

“Australian fur seals can weight up to 100 kilograms. They can be aggressive and can move very quickly if they feel threatened by people who get too close to them,” Ms Gibson said.

“It is normal for resting or injured seals to remain on beaches for days before returning to the sea.

“Seals come ashore to rest and then move on after a few days. It’s unusual for seals to bite, but this acts as a reminder that people need to be aware seals are wild animals with sharp teeth and that people should keep their distance.”

Rules and regulations aim to protect both people and marine mammals and under Wildlife (Marine Mammals) Regulations 2009, people must stay at least 30 metres from a seal on land and fi ve metres away on a structure such as a jetty or pier.

Failure to observe the minimum distances as well as touching or feeding seals may result in a fi ne of up to $2440.

“It’s also important for dog owners to keep their dogs 50 metres from a seal on land unless the dog is on a leash and it is necessary to pass the seal,” Ms Gibson said.

“We want people to take care whenever they come into contact with wild animals, particularly with large and po-tentially aggressive creatures like Australian fur seals.”

She said seals needed help only when they were suffer-ing or had been seriously injured and were at risk of attack from dogs or disturbance.

For more information or to report incidents relating to seals, call the DSE on 136186.

Seal showtime – look but don’t touchSeal showtime – look but don’t touch

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The Mornington Peninsula Walk links four existing walks, taking hikers across the centre of the peninsula and along sections of the Bass Strait and Port Phillip coasts.

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launched the new walk saying it “of-fers the ultimate challenge for expe-rienced walkers and more leisurely walks for people of all abilities”.

The four existing walks incorpo-rated into the Mornington Peninsula Walk are the Two Bays Track Walk (26km), the Coastal Walk (30km), Point Nepean Walk (10km) and the Bay Trail (34km).

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MODEL and businesswoman Megan Gale returned to Mornington on Friday for a fashion parade highlighting Isola swimwear.

It was the second year running that Gale had shown the new season’s swimwear at Michelle Ann swimwear in Main St.

In a news release, Gale said she had been “inspired by several things, for starters, the retro trends coming through this season and have done a beautiful vintage fl oral and also carried this trend through with some silhouettes like high waisted pants and corseted inspired styles”.

“There has been a return of the ’50s silhouette – balconet bras and high-waisted pants, ’70s-style hipsters as well are very popular bandeau tops, which have also been around since the ’70s.”

Smiles and styles: Above, Michelle Mitchell with Megan Gale at the Mornington launch of the model’s latest range of swimwear. Left, Michelle Ann staff. Above left, part of the crowd that came to see what is available for the beach and pool.

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NEARLY eight per cent of illness among women of reproductive age stems from violence against them by their partners.

Statistics gathered in Victoria show violent part-ners are a bigger risk to women’s health than high blood pressure, tobacco use and increased body weight.

Deputy principal lawyer with Peninsula Commu-nity Legal Centre Brendan Stackpole says men can play a positive role in creating a culture “where vio-lence, and attitudes that support the use of violence, are increasingly unacceptable”.

“If I was asked to identify the single-most im-portant factor in tackling violence against women, I would have to say that it would be the need for a change of community attitudes about family vio-lence, and especially violence against women, be-cause we know statistically women are more likely to be victims and that violence is more likely to oc-cur within an intimate relationship,” Mr Stackpole said.

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The legal centre was honoured to be named the 2011 Legal Organisation of the Year in the prestig-ious Law Institute of Victoria Legal Awards.

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For more information about free legal services or to make an appointment, contact the legal centre on 9783 3600 or visit www.pclc.org.au

Top legal team: Peninsula Community Legal Centre staff with Caroline Counsel, president of the Law Institute of Victoria (third from left).

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By Keith PlattSURFERS have an affi nity with the sea. They are not always able to ad-equately describe what repeatedly draws them to the water or defi ne the exact feel of surfi ng a wave.

But what a group of surfers on the Mornington Peninsula do know is that the joy of surfi ng does not have to be restricted to the able bodied.

They have seen the faces of people with disabilities light up when they feel the energy of a wave lift and push a surfboard through the water.

This sharing of experience has led to the formation of a peninsula branch of the Disabled Surfers Association Aus-tralia (DSA) and a call being made for sponsors and volunteers to help run surfi ng events for less able people.

A training day for volunteers is being held at Point Leo in February with the fi rst day in the water for people with disabilities a month later.

Secretary of the peninsula branch Ashley Gardner, an exercise physiolo-

gist and a surfer, said there were more than 100,000 peninsula residents and that one in fi ve people suffered some form of disability.

“People with all forms of disabilities will be welcome to come along and ex-perience surfi ng, and we’re hoping to get the whole community involved,” Mr Gardner said.

“Seeing the looks on the faces of people with disabilities in the surf takes me back to what I fi rst felt when I took up surfi ng.

“It’s a look of pure joy.”Mr Gardner and peninsula branch

president Gary Morton, who has post-graduate qualifi cations for helping people with special needs, were in-spired to bring disabled surfi ng to the peninsula after volunteering to help with a similar event at Ocean Grove recently.

“I went after seeing it advertised on the internet. The Ocean Grove branch started in 2008 and has gone from strength to strength,” Mr Morton said.

The DSA itself was formed in 1986 by Gary Blaschke who was injured in a motorbike accident, but wanted to re-main a surfer.

The organisation now has 14 branch-es in fi ve states, working to make beaches more accessible to people with a disability as well as holding regular “hands on days” in the surf.

Point Leo has been chosen as the venue because it is the peninsula surf beach most suited to surfers with a dis-ability who, for safety, are surrounded by volunteers as they get swept shore-wards on a surfboard.

The national DSA body has given the peninsula branch a $7000 amphibi-ous wheelchair, four surfboards and 30 wetsuits.

The wheelchair has been handed to Point Leo Foreshore Committee and Point Leo Surf Lifesaving Club for use all year by school groups, people with a disability and their carers (email [email protected] for bookings).

Point Leo Lifesaving Club has of-fered its facilities for the training day in February and the committee of the peninsula branch is seeking sponsors to help run events and get more equip-ment.

“We’re looking at getting wetsuits for amputees that come complete with handles,” Mr Morton said.

Peninsula branch chairman John Bowers said the branch “is all run by consensus”.

“The people from DSA came to tell us that if we had enough keen people it would happen.

“More than 40 attended a public meeting at Mornington Secondary College in early November and it’s now all happening.”

Mr Bowers said they had been shown a video of a quadriplegic girl in the surf “which was just amazing and inspiring”.

“We get so much satisfaction and en-joyment from the surf and there’s no reason why it can’t be shared by less

able people.”Mr Gardner said there was a ratio of

six volunteers to one disabled partici-pant at the hands-on events, sometimes with up to 30 volunteers forming a “runway” through which a surfboard could safely travel.

“Waves are taken in waist-depth bro-ken waves with a 10-foot two-inch soft board.

“Our aim is to unite our community by giving people with disabilities the opportunity to have a safe surfi ng ex-perience and the members of our com-munity the opportunity to help.”

Training for volunteers to help at the day will be held 9am-2pm at Point Leo on Saturday 4 February.

Volunteers can bring their wetsuits and by the end of the training will re-ceive a Level 1 DSA “TtH” certifi cate.

For more details, potential sponsors or volunteers can visit www.disabled-surfers.org or call Ash Gardner on 0417 362 983.

Sharing the joy of surfingSharing the joy of surfing

Helping hands: Above, volunteers surround a disabled surfer at an event run by the Disabled Surfers Association of Australia. Right, members of the association’s Mornington Peninsula branch committee, from left, treasurer John Bowers, president Gary Morton and secretary Ash Gardner.


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By Mike HastTHE $25 million plan to expand Peninsula Private Hospital into green wedge land will be fast-tracked with Frankston councillors asking the government to include the land in the urban growth bound-ary (UGB).

The inclusion is part of Planning Mini ster Matthew Guy’s request to green wedge councils to identify “UGB anomalies”.

Removing 525, 555 and 559 Mc-Clelland Dve, Langwarrin, from the green wedge means the hospital will not have to go through an extensive planning process that was started mid-year.

In June, councillors agreed to seek the minister’s permission to prepare an amendment to the Frankston Planning Scheme to allow the ex-pansion.

The inclusion means public exhi-bition of the proposal, public sub-missions and an independent panel hearing will not occur.

Submissions from councils about UGB anomalies will go to an inde-pendent advisory committee, which will report to Mr Guy next year.

He is almost certain to approve the hospital land being brought into the UGB.

In June, Peninsula Private Hos-

pital – owned by Australian Unity Investments through a trust called Perpetual Nominees Pty Ltd – asked the council to rezone the McClelland Dve land from Rural Conservation Zone and Road Zone Category to Special Use Zone so it could expand.

Hospitals are not permitted in conservation zones.

Peninsula Private is at 525 Mc-Clelland Dve, a block of 27,000 square metres, and was built in 1999. The three-stage expansion will include multi-storey buildings, multi-level car parks for 1000 ve-hicles, consulting rooms, medical services areas, and a four-level com-munity health centre.

Frankston Council supported a proposal to expand the hospital in 2003 prior to the expansion land being included in the state govern-ment’s green wedge zone.

Australian Unity and the council had lobbied the then Labor govern-ment to include the land within the UGB.

The hospital’s owners continued to work on the expansion plan and briefed the council in late 2008. A proposal to the council in August 2009 was found to be defi cient, and council planners asked for more in-formation.

On Monday night, council plan-ners also recommended councillors

include fi ve hectares at 265 Hall Rd, Skye, in the UGB anomalies list, but this was refused.

The property includes ancient river red gums and has high conservation values, says Barry Ross of Defenders of the South East Green Wedge.

“It would have been terrible to al-low this land to be developed; we would have stood in front of bull-dozers if they’d allowed it [in the urban growth boundary],” he told The News.

A report to councillors stated the UGB was introduced by the state government in 2003 as a “key ini-tiative of the metropolitan strategy (Melbourne 2030). The purpose of the UGB is to clearly identify the boundary between land set aside for urban development and metropoli-tan green wedges, and to stop the in-cremental loss of green wedge land through rezonings, which up to that time had been decided on a site-by-site basis”.

Council planners stated the coun-cil had agreed in principle to the extension of the hospital onto the southern half of the land “provided remnant indigenous vegetation is protected”.

“Extending the UGB will not have any impact on controls over the re-moval of indigenous vegetation,” the report stated.

“Concerns have been expressed about the environmental implica-tions of bringing the ... hospital site into the UGB in terms of the future of vegetation on the land and plans for a habitat link along the Peninsula Link corridor.

“The Frankston Environmental Friends Network and the Frankston Environment Advisory Committee are opposed to any changes to the UGB.

“Council’s Environment Depart-ment has also raised concerns about changes to the UGB generally, and more specifi cally in the area be-tween Frankston and Langwarrin because of potential impacts on a habitat link along the Peninsula Link corridor.

“It should be noted that a change to the UGB will not affect the cur-rent state and local planning con-trols over indigenous vegetation that apply to the Peninsula Private Hospital site.”

In October, the council said it would not fi ne the hospital after its contractors cleared 555 McClelland Dve in the green wedge.

CEO George Modrich said the coun cil had issued a warning no-tice, “which states vegetation re-moval is not to occur without prior approval from council”.

Fast-track for hospital planFast-track for hospital plan

A NEW automatic pneumatic tourniquet sys-tem at Frankston Hospital means that surgery can be avoided for some patients with frac-tures.

The hospital’s emergency department bought the equipment with a $10,000 dona-tion from Esso and BHP Billiton.

The system enables manipulation of some fractures in the emergency department rather than the patient being taken into an operating theatre.

“It will allow some patients who otherwise would have to be admitted and stay overnight to return home following the procedure,” emergency services operations director Sha-mala Jones said.

“Patients with certain fractures will be treat ed more quickly and can return home sooner.”

The hospital’s emergency department treats more than 50,000 patients a year and has bought other equipment over the past 20 years with donations from Esso and BHP Bil-liton, including continuous positive airways pressure systems, special blankets to warm patients in shock, resuscitation equipment, critical care drug trolleys and equipment to diagnose and treat eye injuries.

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LYN Mellady is the feature artist at the next Mornington Art Exhibition.

Born in Quirindi, NSW, Mellady trained as a primary school teacher and has also taught ballet.

In 1981 she became a full-time artist and travelled around eastern Australia painting what she describes as “the un-tamed, but fragile beauty of our rivers , beaches and forests”.

While Mellady’s preferred medium is pastel, since 1984 she has received awards for both pastel and oil. She was a fi nalist in the International Pastel Landscape Excellence Awards 2001 and appears in several art reference books.

She has been selected for inclusion in a publication of “The World’s Best

Charcoal/Pastel Artists” and has also been listed online as one of the world’s best 13 seascape artists.

Her paintings are in corporate and private collections around the world, one hangs in Parliament House in Can-berra and in galleries in Victoria and NSW.

Mellady is a past-president and fel-low of the Australian Guild of Realist Artists, an art teacher and an art show judge.

Mellady and her husband Brian own and run the Brialyn Boathouse Gallery in Frankston.

Next January’s show is The News Rotary Club of Mornington Art Exhi-bition, recognising Mornington Penin-sula News Group as a major sponsor.

Almost 1000 paintings from local, Victorian and interstate artists have been exhibited in the past four years. In 40 years Mornington Rotary has raised more than $650,000 for local, national and some international projects.

The 40th Mornington Art Exhibi-tion opens on Friday 20 January and runs until Saturday 28 January at the Peninsula Community Theatre, corner Nepean Hwy and Wilsons Rd, Morn-ington.

Tickets are being sold outside Far-rells bookstore, corner Barkly and Main streets, Mornington, for the art show raffl e, which has prizes of a $6000 gourmet barbecue, a $1000 travel voucher, a painting by a local artist, and an eight-gigabyte iPod.

Artist has a preference for pastelArtist has a preference for pastelShowtime: Lyn Mellady is the “featured artist” at the 40th Mornington Art Show, sponsored by The News.

MORNINGTON Peninsula Shire councillors are being urged to stand by their opposition to changing the sys-tem of single-councillor wards.

The Victorian Electoral Commis-sion, although initially backing the existing 11 single-councillor wards, has sought comment on a proposal to include three multi-councillor wards.

However, governance and corpo-rate support manager Noel Buck says councillors should stick by their earlier decision to retain the status quo.

A report prepared by Mr Buck in-cludes a “Ten tests of effective lo-cal government” table (devised by the shire), which showed all ticks for single-councillor wards and all crosses for multi-councillor wards.

The VEC has released an addendum that proposes three councillors for a Briars Ward (Mornington, Mt Eliza and Mt Martha); three councillors for a Seawinds Ward (Safety Beach, Dro-mana, McCrae, Rosebud, Rosebud West, Tootgarook and parts of Arthurs Seat); and two councillors for a Col-lins Ward, a combination of the exist-ing Nepean and Rye wards.

Red Hill, Cerberus and Watson wards would continue to be represent-ed by one councillor each.

In a report to councillors at Monday night’s meeting (28 November), Mr Buck said it was unclear why the VEC was seeking comment on the multi-councillor wards, which it called Op-tion B.

The proposal had not been made in

any submissions or raised at public meetings.

“Of concern is that the VEC requests submitters to advise the VEC particu-larly on Option B, as this may preclude or discourage submitters on making submissions on the other options avail-able, and in particular the VEC’s pre-liminary preferred option; Option A being 11 Councillors elected from sin-gle-member wards,” Mr Buck stated.

“While the VEC advises that all op-tions are still under active consideration, the discussion paper requests submissions in relation to Option B, to the detriment of submissions on the other options.”

Mr Buck urged councillors to con-tinue their fi ght to retain the peninsu-la’s existing 11-councillor wards.

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By Shirley Davies of Hastings Western Port Historical SocietyTHE fi rst Christmas celebrated by European settlers in Victoria was at Sorrento in 1803, Keith White told members of the so-ciety.

Keith was guest speaker at a society coffee morning at Hast-ings Museum.

A member of Mornington and District Historical Society, he gave an illustrated talk about the 1803 First Settlement at Sullivan’s Bay near Sorrento.

Keith said that the settle-ment, under the leadership of Lieutenant-Governor David Collins, was there for only a few months before settlers left “this unpromising and unpro-ductive country” in May 1804 to go to Van Diemen’s Land (Tasmania).

During the time at Sullivan’s Bay, they celebrated Christmas 1803, making it the fi rst Euro-pean Christmas celebrated in what is now Victoria.

Using recorded accounts, Keith drew a picture of the settlement through the eyes of Collins, government offi cials, convicts, a chaplain and sol-diers.

It was from this settlement that convict William Buckley escaped to reappear 33 years later and rejoin European so-ciety after living with the

Wathaurung tribe on the Bellar-ine Peninsula.

Keith donated a copy of the DVD about the First Settlement as one of the raffl e prizes. Cop-ies of the DVD are for sale at the First Settlement Visitors Centre and the Nepean Muse-um at Sorrento.Museum open dayAn open day at Hastings Mu-seum last month, one of the activities celebrating the 150th year since the township was ga-zette, was successful.

There was free entry to the museum precinct. Visitors came throughout the day to see the latest exhibitions as well

as the drawings of the primary school pupils featuring fi shing boats and each child’s design of a fl ag for Hastings.

The artwork is on display at the museum until Australia Day.

The open day also featured an “old time” Devonshire tea served in the cottage by vol-unteers dressed in 19th century fashions.

Visitors to the precinct saw beautiful yellow roses bloom-ing in the garden of Harry’s House and the gardens of the Pioneer Cottage, which include the Fairy Garden and the Re-membrance Garden of Peace.The gardens are maintained by the volunteer members of the society under the direction of Edwin Mawson and Ken Stock-ton.

The museum is open every Sunday from 2-4pm and on Wednesdays 10am-2pm. Entry is by gold coin donation.

Garden potsOne of the projects of the so-

ciety is to grow cottage plants from the museum gardens that can be sold at bargain prices during special days.

If anyone has empty garden pots, they can be left at the mu-seum with caretaker Dorothy Field, phone 5979 1953.

The next major event at the museum is Australia Day, 26 January.

First Europeans celebrated First Europeans celebrated Christmas in 1803 Christmas in 1803

MORE than 100 children and teenagers took to the sky with Tyabb-based Peninsula Aero Club members on joy fl ights as part of the fi fth annual FunFlight day.

FunFlight is a national organisation bringing joy to young people coping with a serious illness or other adversity.

Thirty-minute fl ights over the peninsula under blue sky were followed by a barbecue and

entertainment including a jumping castle and petting zoo.

Three friendly clowns ensured each child received a new teddy, cap, badge and sweets.

Members of Cranbourne Air Cadets escorted passengers from Heart Kids, Starlight Founda-tion, Camp Quality, Ronald McDonald House and Very Special Kids to and from aircraft.

Smile high: Children and their teddy bears aboard a Peninsula Aero Club aircraft.

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Night of carols: The Churches on the Hill are holding their annual Carols on the Hill on Saturday 10 December at Red Hill Recreation Reserve. It starts with a sausage sizzle and coffee from 5pm. The event has become a regular family Christmas destination with carols led by the Sanctuary Salvos Praise and Worship Band from Mornington and the Red Hill Consolidated School Band. There is also a family Christmas pageant where children dress up for the biblical nativity scene (costumes are provided). Children can also pat donkeys, sheep and alpacas. People attending can take a rug or seat and a picnic tea. For more information, call 5976 5469.

Business lunch help for street kidsBusiness lunch help for street kids

Wayne’s shirt: There was no shortage of interest in footballer Wayne Carey’s jumper, which sold for $2000 at the PenCOFF lunch.

A BUSINESS lunch at Mornington last week raised $24,000, which will be used to provide help for young peo-ple.

The help comes from an outreach worker in Frankston provided by the Peninsula Community Ownership Foun dation (PenCOF).

The foundation says the success last year of its fi rst outreach worker had made it obvious there was a need for another.

“When you read the frightening statistics of what is happening to our young people, waiting for someone else to do something no longer be-comes an option if you believe that young people are our future,” the Pen-COF business lunch director Donna Rooks said.

The money raised at the lunch at Mornington Racecourse on 25 No-vember included $2000 paid by John Truscott for a jumper signed by former

AFL footballer Wayne Carey.Ms Rooks said the outreach worker

was hired by PenCOF) through Open Family Australia “which has a team of very experienced youth outreach workers dealing with such young peo-ple every day”.

“He was very quickly accepted into the local scene and is working with an increasing number of kids,” Ms Rooks said.

“He has established a sound client base in the area with a large ongoing case load of young people and numer-ous casual contacts. He has had a very positive impact.

“Now, we must keep going.“Not only do we need funding to

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By Mike HastA CHOICE piece of Mt Eliza bushland is on the market and conservationists are calling on the state government and Mornington Peninsula Shire to consider buying it.

The 40-hectare (100-acre) block at 185 Wooralla Dve is across the heri tage railway line from Emil Madsen Re-serve and is part of the so-called Mt Eliza Escarpment.

It is owned by a consortium asso ciated with Mt Eliza football and cricket clubs, which bought it for about $1.5 million in 2004. The News believes the asking price is $2.2 mil lion.

Mt Eliza Ward councillor Leigh Eustace is among those calling for it to be saved from possible development.

“It is a signifi cant patch of bush near an area signifi cant development. The land contains endangered ecological vegetation classes,” he said.

The block had been incorrectly listed with estate agents as “residential with unlimited potential”, but was in the green wedge zoned, Cr Eustace said.

“It could be added to nearby Mt Eliza Regional Park.”Ecological consultants Nic Mc Caffrey and Jeff Yugovic

reported in 2010 that the area “signifi cant topographic, fauna and fl ora values, according to the National Trust”

Most of the natural woodland and forest of the zone had been replaced by housing development over the past 20 years, they said.

The block supported a signifi cant area of grassy wood-land, an ecosystem listed by the state government as endangered in the Gippsland Plain Bioregion, which in-cludes Mt Eliza and the Mornington Peninsula.

“Also present was swampy riparian woodland, swamp scrub and gully woodland, all listed as endangered in the bioregion.

“Protection of this remnant vegeta tion is consistent with the aims of the Western Port Biosphere Reserve. This is a signifi cant part of the peninsula’s and Melbourne’s natural heritage.

“Due to the size, quality of habitat and signifi cant links to Mt Eliza Regional Park, the site has the poten tial for numerous fauna species inclu ding the rare or threatened long-nosed bandicoot, southern brown bandi coot, grey-crowned babbler, southern toadlet, growling grass frog and others.”

Call to buy rare Mt Eliza bushlandCall to buy rare Mt Eliza bushland

Rare bush: Conservationists are calling on government to buy one of the last pieces of bushland at Mt Eliza, part of the escarpment on the southeast side of the mountain. Picture courtesy Aqua Real Estate, Mt Eliza


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By Mike HastLEGISLATION to lease “air-space” for the proposed Arthurs Seat chairlift has been quietly introduced into Parliament.

Environment Minister Ryan Smith submitted the Parks and Crown Land Legislation Amendment Bill 2011 on 27 October.

The bill will permit the chair-lift to be built above Arthurs Seat Rd and the car park at the top of the mountain.

The legislation, which also gives the chairlift consortium a 50-year lease, is expected to be passed into law early next year.

It will require the demolition of the existing lookout tower to make way for the chairlift’s top station.

The plan to demolish the tow-er, built in 1934 to celebrate the centenary of Victoria, is expect-ed to be vigorously op posed.

Peter Holloway, pre si dent of Dromana and District His-torical Society, said the tower was a Mornington Peninsula Shire listed building and the society had asked Heritage Vic-toria to include it on the state heritage list.

“The tower is among a group of buildings erected to mark Victoria’s 100th birthday in 1934,” he said.

“They include the Shrine of Remem brance, MacRobertson Bridge over the Yarra at Too-rak, MacRobertson Girls’ High School, and MacRobertson Fountain in the Domain, all as-sociated with Sir Macpherson Robertson, a wealthy confec-tionery manufacturer.

“They are all places of state signifi cance.”

Mr Holloway said any appli-cation to the shire to demolish the tower would have to meet the criteria of the shire, Heri-tage Victoria, and a ground-breaking VCAT decision that prevented demolition of the historic Mornington house “Marina”, a shire heritage listed building, six years ago.

On Monday last week shire mayor Cr Graham Pittock told The News the tower should be retained “if at all possible”.

In May he said even though the tower had been closed to the public for almost 20 years due to a deteriorating interior, the outside remained in good condition.

“The outside is structurally sound and they [the consor-tium] can’t just come in and knock it down. At the mini-mum, they’ll have to move it to another signifi cant location.”

In Parliament last month, Mr Smith said a key element of the bill was adding to Arthurs Seat State Park “several areas of air-space where the proposed new chairlift passes over the Arthurs Seat Road, thereby enabling the one leasing provision to apply to the whole of the chairlift op-eration”.

His statement confi rmed the chairlift consortium’s plans revealed in May at a public launch held at Arthurs Hotel ad-jacent to the old, closed-down chairlift, which stops below the road and the car park.

The chairlift consortium is led by 2011 Australian of the

Year Simon McKeon and its CEO Hans Brugman, a former aircraft maintenance engineer.

Other members include James McGann of McGann Architects; retired engineer Ron McCallum, described as the doyen of Victoria’s chairlift industry, who built the Portsea back beach chairlift in 1961 as well as others in skifi elds; and his son Andrew McCallum, a former Qantas maintenance en-gineer.

In May they revealed their plans – supported by Mr Smith and Parks Victoria boss Dr Bill Jackson – for a $5 million chair-lift that included a large glass and steel top station, which would include a cafe and, in stage two, a 360-degree view-ing tower; and a bottom station with cafe and large car park.

The chairlift would have big-ger open chairs holding three or four people rather than the pre-vious two, and every 10 min-utes a train of six-seat, enclosed gondolas.

Last November, Mr McKeon was quoted in a local newspa-per saying he hoped Parks Vic-toria would restore the observa-tion tower (pictured). The chairlift has not operated since mid-2006 after the last of three major incidents – the January 2003 collapse of a py-lon tower that injured 18 people and stranded dozens more, a chair slipping down the cable in March 2004 that broke the legs of a 77-year-old woman, and mechanical failure in May 2006 that stranded but did not injure about 12 people.

Govt’s chairlift lease billGovt’s chairlift lease bill

PLANS for what will be Frankston’s tallest building have been given the go ahead.

Work on the $65 million, 14-storey Airio Apartments building in Davey St will start in mid-2012, according to developer Ross Voci.

Other developers and real estate agents have stated that Frankston needs a major development as a catalyst for other projects waiting on the drawing boards.

Approval for the project at 10-12 Davey St follows the announcement of new offi ce space being constructed in the city centre for the fi rst time in 23 years.

Council in September approved three levels being added to the fi ve-storey Commonwealth Bank building in Wells St.

Mr Voci said the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tri-bunal (VCAT) rejection of an objection to the project had an added bonus of allowing him to increase the number of apartments from 89 to 97.

He said the objector, neurologist Dr Russell Rollinson, “did the project a huge favour”.

“We are absolutely ecstatic with the outcome,” Mr Voci told The News.

The VCAT ruling had also “eliminated the need to pay the penalty $20,000 per car space imposed on the project for lack of the 17 visitor car spaces – a saving of $340,000”.

“All I can say to Russell is ‘thank you for all your help in making the project more profi table and viable than had we not proceeded to VCAT’.”

For his part, Dr Rollinson, who owns 1 Plowman Place at the rear of the site of the Airio building, says he will probably sell up “rather than suffer the 18 months to two years of construction”.

Dr Rollinson criticised the “11th-hour support” given to Mr Voci at VCAT by the Department of Planning and Community Development.

Mr Voci, who did ask Planning Minister Matthew Guy to intervene, said he was grateful for the support for his project shown by Frankston Council and the state govern-ment.

Frankston’s Frankston’s storey storystorey storyBy Mike Hast

THE most modern aged care centre in the state is planned for Andrew Kerr Frail & Aged Care Complex on the corner of Barkly St and Tanti Ave in Mornington.

Plans for the $28 million project were sub-mitted to Mornington Penin sula Shire about three weeks ago.

The most controversial aspect of the plan is the proposed demolition of the 1875 Itali-anate mansion “Glenbank”, built for Presby-terian Church minister James A Caldwell.

Reverend Caldwell’s three sons were among the 15 members of the Mornington football team that perished when a yacht bringing them from Mordi alloc struck Peli-can Reef off Mt Eliza and went down with all hands in 1892.

Glenbank was bought in 1917 by Mrs Andrew Kerr, Mrs Kathleen Par k er and Mr Critchley Parker as a dona tion to the Church of England as a memorial to Mrs Kerr’s son, Sergeant Andrew Kerr, who was killed in ac-tion in France in during the First World War.

Andrew Kerr Memorial Home for Children opened in 1922 and operated until 1976.

In 1980 it was bought by the Mornington Bush Nursing Hospital, now The Bays Hos-pital, for $327,000 and converted into a cen-tre for aged care.

The complex became a separate entity in 1986. It is administered by a volunteer board of local people.

Andrew Kerr board chairman Lew Robbins told The News the entire complex of single-storey units and Glenbank would be demol-ished and be replaced by three two-storey buildings of “independent living units” for both low- and high-care elderly people.

He said it would be a complex pro ject as people would remain in their existing homes while the new complex was built.

Some of the existing units had shared bath-rooms and people now wanted ensuite facili-ties. There was no lifting equipment for high-dependency people. Some units were empty, but there was a waiting list of 70.

“We need to re develop the entire site to ad-dress fail ing infrastructure and the need for more appropriate accommodation and facili-ties for the residents and local community.”

The new complex would address the feder-al government’s “ageing in place” philosophy for older people, he said.

“Glenbank has been renovated and changed many times over the years, and there is little remaining of the ori ginal features except the outside,” he said.

The building was affected by rising damp, wallpaper was peeling and sec tions with low-er ceilings had been added, he said.

The mansion was now used just three days a week for respite care. It also had offi ces.

Glenbank was under-utilised as it was un-suitable for modern living, he said.

Mr Robbins said the board expected some opposition from heritage groups, but it had contacted Mornington En vi ronment Asso-ciation, historical societies and the peninsula branch of the National Trust.

The board had also letterboxed resi dents in Barkly St and Tanti Ave, and held two meet-ings with residents.

Plans for the development had been fi ve years in the making.

Mr Robbins said the board’s building com-mittee had received feedback from shire plan-ners and would next week meet with Andrew Kerr’s architects and planning consultants to refi ne the proposal.

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Coming down?: The 1875 mansion “Glenbank” could be demolished to make way for a $28 million aged care centre.

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First National Craig Mann 4/1085 F’ston-Flinders Rd, SOMERVILLE 5978 0955

Rob PryzlerMobile:0408 808 698

Stockdale & Leggo 1/109 High Street, HASTINGS 5979 2288

Michael CurryMobile:0409 410 456

MC Real Estate 4/82 High Street, HASTINGS 5979 8833

Tony LatessaMobile: 0412 525 151

Latessa Business Sales50 Playne StreetFrankston 9781 1588

Kevin Wright Real Estate 72 Main Street, MorningtonPHONE: 03 5975 2255

EMAIL: [email protected]@kevinwrightcommercial.com.au

Ty LuffMobile:0408 368 892

Stockdale & Leggo3/1065 F’ston-Flinders Rd, SOMERVILLE 5977 8877

Gabriele FrenkelMobile: 0413 773 075Peninsula PropertyInvestment Centre3/96 Baxter-Tooradin Rd, BAXTER 5971 3999

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Phil StoneMobile: 0412 226 758

L. Cooper Real Estate1067 F’ston-Flinders Rd,SOMERVILLE 5977 7766

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Brian RotherhamMobile: 0417 056 938

Baywest Real Estate1/1085 F’ston-Flinders Rd SOMERVILLE 5977 9660

EMAIL: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Western Port

Kerry-Lee Marshall Mobile: 0408 363 686Century 21 Homeport2100 Frankston–Flinders Rd. HASTINGS.Ph: 5979 3555

EMAIL:[email protected]

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Address: 47 Central Avenue, TYABBPrice: $400,000 – $450,000Agency: Harcourts Real Estate Shop 10/14 High Street, Hastings, 5970 7333Agent: Jason Dowler, 0403 598 754

Grand home, central to all things good

WITH touches of vintage character and a dash of modern convenience, this handsome and stately home is the perfect recipe for fi ne family living. Beautifully built with gabled dormer windows and a decorative wrought iron banister, no expense has been spared in presenting to buyers a host of modern features that raise this home above the ordinary. The main living area is a spectacular open-fl oor plan with rich warm tones complemented by the fi ne window furnishings and plush carpets. A good-sized dining space adjoins the modern kitchen, which has high-quality European appliances including a dishwasher and under-bench oven. Venture upstairs to the second level with its three bedrooms, all with built-in robes. The large main bedroom has an ensuite and small balcony. A second lounge room could be a fourth bedroom if required. Throughout the home there is zoned hydronic heating, ducted vacuum and split-system air-conditioning. The double garage has internal access to the home and incorporates a home offi ce.

To advertise in the next edition of theWestern Port News real estate liftout,contact Jason Richardson on 0421 190 318 or [email protected]


Address: 5 Melaleuca Drive, HASTINGSPrice: $418,000Agency: Ben Tallon Real Esate, 1/34 High Street, Hastings, 5979 8003Agent: Ben Tallon, 0419 339 489

Let me entertain youANY excuse will do to relax and unwind around the entertaining areas of this perfect family property. With room to cater for the largest of family gatherings, be impressed by the space on offer with not only a games room with bar, but also an enormous paved undercover area with room for a barbecue, gas heaters and a jacuzzi. Concertina folding doors can be opened to create an even larger area. The home offers plenty of space with four bedrooms, all with built-in robes. The main bedroom has an ensuite, and there is a spa in the family bathroom. A separate formal lounge could be closed off from the main open-plan living area to create a fi fth bedroom if required. With tiled fl oors, the open-plan living area includes a smart-looking kitchen with plenty of cupboard space, a big corner pantry and dishwasher.The long, rectangular and slightly tapered block is very low maintenance with large paved areas at the front allowing for extra off-street parking and a gravel area at the rear leads to a double steel garage.

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A home with the lotWITH all the features, potential buyers will love this smart home set on a large block at the end of a quiet court. There is plenty of extra parking at the front of the home with some landscaped gardens at the front and a nice lawn area at the rear with another storage shed. There are three bedrooms, and the main bedroom includes ensuite and walk-in robe, with built-in robes in the other two. The kitchen is between two living areas with a separate for-mal lounge at one end and the main family living area at the other. The kitchen includes a 900mm stainless-steel oven, dishwasher and big wraparound breakfast bar. From the tiled casual meals area, you can step out to the paved pergola with a lovely fernery and water feature.

Address: 21 Hilltop Rise, HASTINGSPrice: $399,000Agency: Tallon First National Real Estate, 35 High Street, Hastings, 5979 3000Agent: Nigel Evans, 0439 540 055

Endless family enjoymentMeticulously built with charm and character this home has huge formal lounge, gleaming polished floors, high ceilings & gourmet kitchen fully equipped with quality appliances, adjoining meals area & family room.

LJ Hooker Somerville 5978 0044 Shop 15/17 Eramosa Rd. West

View Saturday 1.00-1.30pm

For Sale $499,950

Contact Chris Wong 0408 993 711

SOMERVILLE 70 Graf Road

4 2 2

SOMERVILLE 22 Ruby Joy DriveIf you love to entertain - superb poolEntertain under the covered patio beside the sparkling IG solar heated pool and then move indoors to the tiled family room. Also with formal lounge, ducted heating & s/ system air-conditioner.

4 2 2LJ Hooker Somerville 5978 0044 Shop 15/17 Eramosa Rd. West

View By Appointment

For Sale $499,950

Contact Milton Brown 0418 326 044

TYABB 24 Bettina StreetPeriod style, tucked behind blue stoneWell positioned, this BV home has charm & character. With 3 bedrooms, large living area, gas heating, air-conditioner, kitchen / meals area. Also a double garage, garden shed, studio & entertaining area .


View By Appointment

For Sale $350,000


Buy off the plan, save on stamp dutyTrendy 2 & 3 bedroom townhouses to have ducted heating, refrigerated cooling, open plan living, kitchen with s/ steel appliances, tiled bathrooms, outdoor entertainment, security doors & landscaped yards. Two with single remote garage & one with double garage.

LJ Hooker Somerville 5978 0044 Shop 15/17 Eramosa Rd. West

For Sale From $349,000


SAFETY BEACH 215 Dromana Parade

NEW LISTING

FRANKSTON 37 Leonard Street

Polished floors, as new kitchen with s/steel appliances, renovated bathroom, big lounge, private rear yard with paving& garden shed. Room for caravan or boat. Currently let at $1149pcm. Act now!

Weatherboard cottage - walk to shops


View By AppointmentFor Sale $309,950

Contact Milton Brown 0418 326 044

WE HAVE THE MOST LOOKED AT WINDOW IN

SOMERVILLE.CALL 5978 0044

Nobody does it better

CONSIDERING SELLING?


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Address: 19 Rosemary Drive, HASTINGSPrice: $440,000 – $510,000Agency: Satchwells Real Estate, 1/97 High Street, Hastings, 5979 1888Agent: Lisa Roberts, 0488 910 368

You’ll be seeing doubleCERTAIN to make a great impression, this home is large enough for a growing family with a clever design that incorporates multiple living areas and extended living outdoors. The well-appointed house has formal and informal living areas to let the family spread out during the holidays. The kitchen has a 900mm stainless-steel gas stove and overlooks the family room and dining areas. All sections of the home have zoned evaporative and ducted heating. Catering for extended family or growing teenagers, there is a separate unit that consists

of one bedroom, full kitchen facilities, living room plus heating and cooling. There are four large bedrooms with the master bedroom having a large ensuite with double shower and twin vanity as well as a walk-in robe. There are built-in robes to the other three bedrooms. The property features two street frontages that provide additional off-street parking if the double garage still leaves you short of space and the well-landscaped block has a watering system and water tanks.

4/82 high street, hastings 5979 8833

MCR E A L E S T A T EAt your service

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HastingsNeg over $280,000

As New Villas

As new 2BR open plan villa unit, gourmet kitchen, gas s/steel appliances & dishwasher. 2BR BIRs, semi ens, heating & cooling, private rear courtyards & lug. Still under Builders warranty. Currently leased @ $290pw to excellent tenants.

HASTINGS Neg Over $270,000As New Villa

Two bedroom villa unit with open plan living, kitchen, gas stainless steel appliances & d/w. Both bedrooms with BIRs, dual entry bathroom, quality

garage. Still under builders warranty. Currently let, returning $290pw

CRIB POINT Neg Over $399,000Family Living

Situated on a private and tree lined 900m2 allotment is this 3BR 21sq brick home. Includes large kitchen with breakfast bar, dishwasher, o/plan dining/ & lounge room with wood heater plus a separate rumpus room. Main bedroom with large robe, full ensuite with spa bath, plus a further two bedrooms with BIRs.

BITTERN $650,000Serenity and Seclusion

longing for. Well treed with many natives and home to an abundance of wildlife.

All that is required is plans to build your dream home! Potential multiple dwelling site. (stca).

CRIB POINT Neg over $280,000More like a house than a unitPresenting in as-new condition with lounge room, separate dining area, kitchen with breakfast bar, gas cooking & d/w. Main bedroom has WIR & dual entry bathroom, two further bedrooms both with BIRs. Separate laundry, heating & cooling, rear & front courtyards, landscaped gardens & double garage.

HASTINGS Neg Over $210,000Refurbished UnitA two bedroom unit recently re-furbished with a fresh coat of paint, new carpets, new window furnishing, new tiling and new stove. Both bedrooms have BIR’s, an updated bathroom with laundry, also including car space. A great investment in a central location currently leased to long term tenant until January 2012, returning $210 per week.

Renovated home on 1200m2CRIB POINT $429,000Stylish 3 bedroom home (plus studio) located on quiet no through road.

appliances inc. d/w. All bedrooms with BIRs, spacious lounge, separate meals area, central renovated bathroom, heating & cooling. Outside is complete with carport, studio, chicken pen & garden sheds.


(03) 5979 8003www.btre.com.au

Ben Tallon Real Estate Pty Ltd1/34 High Street Hastings 3915

“Your Local Expert”B T R E YOU’LL SOON BE HOME

®

Hastings $275,000

All set up for investment....This 3 bedroom home is in a great location, close to the school and has been freshly decorated and renovated throughout! Lounge with gas

bedrooms have robes and outside there is a great yard (560m2) with a 6

Baxter $324,950

Priced to Sell

Bittern $475,000

800m2 - Space......and Space!!

UNDER CONTRACT

Bittern $879,000

Colonial Beauty - 1.4 Acres

Hastings $279,500

Hop...Skip...Town!

Crib Point $305,000

“Start Here....”

Hastings $318,000

Spring Garden Cottage

Tyabb $395,000 - $425,000

A Must See

Somerville $549,000

Woodlands....Be Amazed!

Hastings $725,000

6 Acres - A Secluded Oasis

Hastings $469,950

Art Space...4 & study...

Hastings $1,050,000

On the Foreshore “A Mariners Retreat”

Somerville $369,950

Quality And Location

Hastings $515,000

1/4 Acre.... A Country Stunner

Hastings $520,000

State Of The Art Design


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INVESTMENT

Somerville 1/1085 Frankston-Flinders Road, Somerville Victoria 3915

Ph: 03 5977 9660Email: [email protected]

Web: www.baywestrealestate.com.au

TOP OF THE LIST

DUE TO DEMAND, LISTINGS AND RENTALS URGENTLY REQUIRED

Crib Point From $235,000

NEW TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENT

DEVELOPMENT

Agent: Gary Barnes 0412 347 233

Hastings From $239,000

VENDOR INCENTIVES

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NEARING

COMPLETION


Crib Point From $289,000

FIVE ONLY

QUALITY


Somerville $344,950

PRICED TO SELL

CLOSE TO TOWN

Agent: Wayne Bourke 0411 266 696

49 ERAMOSA ROAD EAST - INSPECT SAT.1 - 1:30PM

Somerville $459,950


Hastings Asking $600,000+

BUSINESS 1

DEVELOPMENT

APPROVED PLANS & PERMITS


Somerville $349,950

PRESENTS AS NEW


IMMACULATE

Somerville $369,950

SNOOZE AND YOU LOSE


PRICED TO SELL

Hastings $189,950

INVEST IN SEMI-RETIREMENT ESTATE

KEEN VENDOR

Agent: Brian Rotherham 0417 056 938

Somerville $310,000

ONLY 3 ON THE BLOCK

CLEAR WINNER


2/1147 F/FLINDERS RD - INSPECT SAT.2-2.30PM

Crib Point $475,000

CRIB POINT MANOR


3 ARLEON COURT - INSPECT SAT. 2-2.30PM

QUIET COURT

BOTANICAL GARDENS


Somerville $370,000

7 BANBURY COURT - INSPECT SAT. 12-12:30PM

Somerville From $295,000 Somerville $319,950

INVEST AND REAP THE RETURN


INVESTORS

DREAM

Hastings $769,000


RURAL ACREAGE WITH VIEWS

T.L.C. REQUIRED

QUARTER ACRE

BLOCK

Hastings $569,000

GREAT AUSTRALIAN DREAM


LOW MAINTENANCE 3 BEDROOM UNIT


GREAT POSITION

CIRCA1910

*CONDITIONS

APPLY

PRICED TO SELL

4 CHESTERFIELD ROAD - INSPECT SAT. 11-11.30AM1216 F/FLINDERS ROAD - INSPECT SAT. 1-1.30PM


www.hastings.harcourts.com.au

5970 7333HASTINGSShop 10, 14 High St Photo ID required for all Inspections

Bittern Neg. Over $400,000Stylish & Very Convenient.... Modern Townhouse Living!Set in this popular, well maintained and very central complex in growing Bittern this impressive townhouse will sell quickly!! This home includes master bedroom with full ensuite and walk in robe, large living zone downstairs, study nook and two remaining bedrooms on its second level. Additional features include gas ducted heating, ducted cooling, generous cupboard space, double lock up garage with direct access into the home, paved private courtyard with water feature, your very own spa bath and rain sensing open/ shutting pergola. Showcasing a quality downstairs kitchen with stainless steel appliances and ample bench/ storage space overlooking the large meals and family room. The front yard is fully landscaped and requires zero maintenance.

Harcourts Hastings

3 2 2ADDRESS: 2/21 Portsmouth RoadINSPECT: By appointment

Jason Dowler 0403 598 754Lauren Dunsford 0422 385 869




Hastings Negotiable over $247,000Neat and completeWhether you are thinking about investing, resting or nesting this home is ideal for you!! This neat little package includes 3 bedrooms, a family bathroom, timber floor boards, kitchen/meals area and a great family living area. Outside comprises a large spacious backyard fenced off allowing peace and quiet, a garden shed and rear yard access perfect for the boat or caravan. The property is perfectly positioned in close proximity to all amenities such as, the local shops, primary school and public transport.

ADDRESS: 10 Otway CourtINSPECT: By appointment

Harcourts Hastings

Lisa Drake 0449 269 390Malcolm Parkinson 0421 704 246

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Balnarring Negotiable over $590,000Coastal Living With City Flair!This property is just the place for enjoying a coastal lifestyle - close to Balnarring Beach and in walking distance of Balnarring village shops! The shady L-shaped front verandah and the neat well-cared-for weatherboard façade say this home is “country-style”, yet - without losing the relaxing, airy, easy ambience - a modern renovation has added the comforts and the style to suit city dwellers. Polished timber flooring (painted white in some rooms) adds appeal, and also low- maintenance liveability. A large open-plan living room (with ceiling fan and a Jetmaster fire) incorporates a sleek “chef’s delight” kitchen with stainless steel rangehood, appliances and splashbacks, as well as an island bench and breakfast bar topped with beautiful timber recycled from a bowling alley. French doors open to a paved courtyard and to the rear garden. This home (with gas ducted heating) has 3 bedrooms (all with built-in wardrobes) plus a study, and also a separate studio/4th bedroom at the rear of the property. The plus-size master bedroom also has ceiling fan and an ensuite. The main bathroom is floor-to-ceiling tiled and features a freestanding bath and a frameless glass shower screen. On land approx 981sqm, the property includes off-street parking, and a massive shed for vehicle accommodation.

ADDRESS: 2980 Frankston Flinders RoadINSPECT: By appointment

Harcourts Hastings

Malcolm Parkinson 0421 704 246Lauren Wild 0413 487 179

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Frankston South Auction: Saturday 10th December at 11.00am Negotiable over $490,000The All-Season Entertainer!Located in the much acclaimed Frankston High School zone is this wonderful family home that gives you the opportunity to become a part of this Frankston South community. Situated on a large block of approx 928m2 this three bedroom home offers more than meets the eye with a huge undercover merbau deck which is just perfect for year-round entertaining! Open fire place in the lounge, updated kitchen with bi-fold doors to the outside deck and a separate bungalow perfect for a home office or guest accommodation. Within walking distance to local beaches, public transport, plenty of recreational facilities, Sweetwater Creek Reserve and the Norman Avenue shopping strip the position is second to none. The vendor will sell prior to Auction. Offers expected $490,000+.

ADDRESS: 16 McComb BoulevardINSPECT: By appointment

Harcourts Hastings


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Hastings Neg over $435,000It’s Family-Perfect!A family-ready property! Well maintained, well presented, well designed, fresh, bright and open, this home brings an easy lifestyle, room for a family to spread out, and a comfortable relaxing ambience. A family-size home! Not only are there formal and informal living rooms, there is also 4-bedroom accommodation - 3 with built-in wardrobes. The master bedroom has a walk-through wardrobe and an ensuite, and there’s a central family bathroom with separate toilet. The formal lounge room is generously proportioned, as is the family room. The large kitchen is open plan with the dining area. A family-friendly environment! Living and entertaining is easy here. There’s ample outdoor play space for children, and there’s a huge alfresco entertaining area (approx 84sq m!) stretching across the side of the house. This splendid area is covered for all-weather outdoor living, and heated with a Coonara slow combustion fire. A family-preferred location! In a quiet cul-de-sac, this property is near Primary Schools as well as local reserves, shops, kindergarten, playground and community centre. Of course, all the other amenities of Hastings are within easy reach also.

ADDRESS: 29 Elisa PlaceINSPECT: By appointment

Harcourts Hastings

Malcolm Parkinson 0421 704 246Jason Dowler 0403 598 754

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Bittern Price by Negotiation $750,000 - $850,000What a view!This spacious designer home is located on one of the best blocks in the exclusive Kinfauns Estate and has (approx) 25 squares of living. High vaulted ceilings and big feature cathederal windows are used to help capture the picturesque views of Westernport Bay and Sandstone Island. Featuring a unique split level design with 3 living zones and a great central kitchen so you can soak up the view while preparing the family dinner or entertaining guests. Three bedrooms plus a study, master with huge walk-in robe and full ensuite. Further features include ducted heating, cooling, vacuum, outdoor spa and plenty of room for the kids to play and all set on 1.2 acres.

ADDRESS: 8 Sandstone Island CircleINSPECT: By appointment

Harcourts Hastings


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Frankston South Negotiable over $600,000Setting a High Standard! Prestigious Position!One remaining! Set in a highly sought after blue chip locale this boutique proeprty showcases the highest level of quality with cutting edge design and modern décor throughout. Downstairs is the double garage, kitchen, family, living room, study or fourth bedroom, laundry and a powder room. Upstairs comprises of master with ensuite and WIR, two further bedrooms with family bathroom and a rumpus room.

ADDRESS: 30A Warringa RoadINSPECT: By appointment

Harcourts Hastings

Lauren Dunsford 0422 385 869Jason Dowler 0403 598 754

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Bittern Neg. Over $370,000Offering an Easy Family LifestyleNestle in privacy behind strong fencing, this modern 3-bedroom brick-veneer family-home offers relaxed living and entertaining in pleasant surroundings. It also delivers openness, space, a flowing floorplan, and excellent areas for family living and entertaining. The living room - with brick feature wall, and an open fireplace with wood storage beside it - leads to the tidy well-designed kitchen which incorporates a breakfast bar and is open to the dining area (with wall heater). A bright floor-to-ceiling tiled bathroom is centrally located and features a corner spa bath.

ADDRESS: 22 Myers RoadINSPECT: By appointment

Harcourts Hastings

Malcolm Parkinson 0421 704 246 Lauren Wild 0413 487 179

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Tyabb Negotiable over $300,000This Polished Family Home Is Set To Sell Fast!!!This sparkling home provides the astute buyer a rare combination of location, value & quality all within close proximity to schools, shops & public amenities. This well maintained 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom home, features polished timber floors as well as built-in robes to 3 of the other bedrooms, with split system A/C, and gas ducted heating. The home has a light and bright separate living/dining room, with a large open kitchen and meals area. Features include a double lock up garage, covered outdoor entertaining area, and is also fully fenced for security and children and pets alike. Simply move in, put your feet up and relax!

ADDRESS: 18 Bettina Street,INSPECT: By appointment

Harcourts Hastings

Gavin Doig 0421 986 157Tim Hughes 0410 470 515

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Balnarring Price by Negotiation“Kylinda” - It’s all about the Lifestyle!Imagine your own bolthole, your escape, your haven! Picture 10 beautiful acres of land. Think of the sweeping views - the reality is better than anything you can imagine...Bass Strait, Seal Rocks, Phillip Island, The Nobbies, Cowes, and the Anderson Hills at Bass... Consider a home that is almost 100-years-old yet is comfortable and relaxing for today’s family. Picturesque, peaceful, perfect “Kylinda” is where it is happening. Glory in living the good life - country-style - but only minutes away from Balnarring village (shopping centre, primary school, community wetlands) and Westernport beaches. A circular driveway leads to a weatherboard 4-bedroom home with a wraparound verandah that gives a real homestead feel. Twelve-foot ceilings, polished floorboards, pressed metal wall panelling, strapped ceilings are part of the bygone era but the reverse-cycle air conditioning and the updated bathroom are definitely for today’s family. The living room has a Coonara (just think of the snug cosiness on cold winter days!) There is gas cooking in the country-style eat-in kitchen. Years ago this was a chook farm but today it’s divided into 6-7 paddocks with a dam, plenty of shedding, multiple workshops, race, shearing shed, 2 stock ramps (sheep and cattle) and a sheep yard. There is tank water. Whether you want a country property for permanent residence or you plan to use it as the occasional escape from the big city, know that life is good at “Kylinda”.

ADDRESS: 5 Stanleys RoadINSPECT: By appointment

Harcourts Hastings

Malcolm Parkinson 0421 704 246Lauren Wild 0413 487 179

Hastings $387,000Family FavouriteDesirably located in a quiet court setting is this four-bedroom family home within walking distance to Hastings West Park Primary School. A flexible floorplan features multiple living zones that work well together to the front and rear of the home whilst an open central kitchen flows to the large dining area. The ensuited master bedroom is fitted with walk-in robe facilities and the remaining bedrooms have built-in robes. A main bathroom serves the family well as does the heated undercover alfresco area extending the total living space to the outdoors. Double remote garaging with rear access is of handy benefit in addition to the enclosed dog yard.

ADDRESS: 19 Beilby CourtINSPECT: By appointment

Harcourts Hastings

Malcolm Parkinson 0421 704 246 Lauren Wild 0413 487 179

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Hastings87 High Street, Hastings Victoria 3915Ph: 03 5979 4412Fax: 03 5979 3097Email: [email protected]: www.baywestrealestate.com.au

David Nelli Sales Manager0403 111 234

Sean CrimminsSales Consultant0411 734 814

Crib Point $195,000

LOCATION WITH PRIVACY!

Park Street

Hastings $290,000 - $320,000

Hastings $390,000 - $420,000

at rear

Crib Point $290,000 +

Hastings $300,000

Centre

Hastings $300,000 - $330,000

Crib Point $360,000 - $380,000

Large games room with bar at rear

Bittern $980,000 - $1,080,000

Hastings $340,000 - $370,000

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COTTONWOOD ESTATE $199,500

Sue 0421 473 135WE WON’T LET YOU DOWN!


CENTURY 21 Home Port2100 Frankston-Flinders Road, HastingsTelephone: 5979 3555 century21hastings.com.au

Smart move.Home Port

6 Guildford CloseFRANKSTON

CLOSE TO GOLF COURSE

Lovingly maintained family residence needing some re-decoration. The extra’s include crackling open fire to lounge, GDH, FES & WIR to master an BIR’s other bedrooms. Air con. to living area, formal meals area leading out to partly paved back yard. Updated kitchen with breakfast bar & near new appliances. Corner block with North facing full length verandah, brick drive through garage

Inspect Saturday 10.30 - 11.00amPrice: $399,950 Negotiable

Contact Kerry-Lee Marshall 0408 363 6864 2 2

Price $375,000 Negotiable

Inspect Saturday 11.30- 12.00pm

Contact Wilma Green 0407 833 996

NEW LISTING

BITTERN

21 Bennett Street

FOUR BEDROOM HOME WITHIN SHORT WALK TO SHOPS

This affordable family home, situated on approximately 700sqm allotment, is only a short walk to the Bittern Village and all town amenities. Surrounded by established gardens the home has 4 bedrooms, master has walk in robe and ensuite. There are two separate living areas and formal dining/ study room. Outside boasts a large entertaining area surrounded by a tropical oasis there is an enclosed spa room with sitting area, plenty of storage sheds and room for the boat or caravan. A Must See!

4 2 0

Inspect: Saturday 3.00-4.00pm

Sunday 1.00-2.00pm

Price $1.25 - $1.35 million

Contact: Wilma Green 0407 833 996

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HASTINGS

VOGUE LIVING BY THE SEA

Just steps to marina, waterfront & boardwalk, this sophisticated and stylish 3 bedroom villa is as big as a house. This sought after seaside location is an enviable, low maintenance home for busy professional couples or retiree’s seeking more time for fun. Minutes from the myriad delights of Main Street, this home lets youembrace life beside the seaside where maintenance is minimal and the lifestyle is second to none. Light filled & near new.

Inspect Saturday 1.00-1.30pmPrice: Express Sale

Contact Kerry-Lee Marshall 0408 363 6863 1 2

Space where your family can grow - part of an established community, big backyards with space for a pool or tennis court. Rural views and landscaping, beautiful parklands and childrens playground

Contact exclusive agent: Kerry Lee Marshall 0408 363 686 for details

NEWLISTING

OPEN THIS SAT

3/25 Douglas Street


HASTINGS

Peace & Tranquility

For Sale: $377,000

This freshly painted beautiful brick veneer home is set in a nice quiet court and is ready for a family. Starting with a good size kitchen/dining area with brand new stainless steel appliances & ample cupboard space, you then walk through to the large dual access lounge room with a wonderful feature wall complete with a fan assisted coonara & wood box. The rest of the property incorporates a master bedroom with full ensuite & walk in robes.

OLD TYABB

Build Your Dream

For Sale: $235,000

Land for sale in the leafy suburb of Old Tyabb. Rear block of 512m2 with all services.

CRIB POINT

Shady Summer Days

For Sale: $375,000

Relax on the verandah’s of this well presented 3 bedroom home, which comprises a large lounge/dining area, modern kitchen with gas stove, pantry and ample bench space and the main bedroom comes with a walk in robe and dual access bathroom. The home has ducted heating and air conditioning in the lounge for all year comfort. Outside features a single carport & rear decked entertaining area, which is set on a large, fully fenced block.

35 High Street,Hastings tallon.com.au 5979 3000

LANGWARRIN

Move to the Heath Estate!

For Sale: From $387,750

Located in the lovely Heath Estate Langwarrin are these brand new House & Land Packages. With 15 Amery Home

home to build. For further information please contact the

HASTINGS

Commercial Land or Business, take your pick!

For Sale: $280,000

the busy commercial/industrial street of Hastings. Cur-rently set up with a nursery business you can purchase

use it for your own purposes or purchase the land + business WIWO for an extra $25,000 + GST.

BITTERN

2.25 Acres 50 sqs “Peace & Privacy”

For Sale: $850,000

You could be anywhere as you gaze out at private native surrounds from this elegant 2 storey homestead. A sweeping asphalt drive past gum studded lawns, your family will breathe easy as there’s loads of room inside & out. A grand entry faces

ornate ceilings, vast formal lounge & guest suite with full ensuite.

to the modern kitchen. Bi-fold windows, alfresco area. Upstairs a huge main bedroom, WIR & large ens (spa), separate billiard room & gallery area surrounding the stair-well.

Unique Investment Opportunity

For Sale: $1,850,000

Rarely do commercial properties of this scale present themselves for sale! Hastings has been labelled a high

HASTINGS

What A Gem

For Sale:

Set on a large block at the end of a court, this 3BR family home - main bedroom with full ensuite & WIR, the other two have BIR, comprises 2 living areas plus an outside paved pergola

cooktop, u/b oven, d/w, pantry, breakfast bar, duct heating & split

a fernery to one side, a large workshop with concrete & power, plenty of fruit trees, a garden shed & water tanks.

CRIB POINT

Mangrove Terrace

For Sale:

With federation façade, these quality 3 & 2 bedroom units have a touch of class. Featuring stone bench tops, quality appliances, dual access bathroom & internal door entry

gardens and speckled concrete patio. With the units being close to completion, be quick as these won’t last. First home buyers receive your $20,000 bonus or investors save on stamp duty.

Cozy Cottage Charm

For Sale: $331,000

A bygone era set on a 1/4 acre (the original ice cream shop), a well maintained home in neutral tones. The main bedroom has a WIR & full ensuite, second bedroom is close to the second bathroom and laundry. Outside is a covered pergola, another covered area & large retreat or 3rd bedroom. At the rear a single carport with roller door, brick paved pathways, cottage gardens, garden shed & double gates with side entry complete this cosy cottage.

BITTERN

Tallon

CRIB POINT

Start Something Good

For Sale: $235,000

If you’ve been looking for that ideal property to start your portfolio, then set your sights on this one. Located in a quiet area of this growing suburb this property is worth inspecting. Comprising large main bedroom complete with walk in robe, dual access bathroom, a decent size lounge/dining area with the comfort of reverse cycle air conditioning, a well presented kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances and ample cupboard space.

Dual Occupancy Spectacular in Kinfauns (Approx 1.58 Acres)

For Sale:

A unique lifestyle awaits you in this huge 1.58 acre property situated in the sought after Kinfauns Estate. Public transport stops at the Estate’s entrance, Hastings town center two minutes drive and the brand new Bittern shops two minutes in the other direction. Fully serviced and surrounded by homes of equal quality and prestige.

BITTERNHASTINGS

Near the Township

For Sale: $328,000

home or investment rental - currently returning $240.00 per week. Set on a good size block of land with plenty of room for the kids to play this property comprises a separate lounge with gas column heater & ceiling fan which goes through to the kitchen with gas cooker,

meals area that overlooks the rear pergola.

PRICEREDUCED

HASTINGS

A Rare Find

For Sale:

Set on a large block this entertainer’s home is ideal for the family. Comprising 3 bedrooms - main with walk in robe & full ensuite, the other 2 with built in robes, 2 living areas, ducted heating & air conditioning to cater for every season and a modern kitchen with stainless steel

garage (under roof line), landscaped gardens and an extensive covered entertaining area with barbeque.

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HASTINGS

Land For Sale

For Sale:

Pick your own builder and design your dream home on the largest block in the estate. Situated at the end of the court in a quiet location framed by trees and close to recreational facilities. It’s an ideal position for family safety. This is your chance to live in the ‘Toorak’ end of Hastings, the Old Tyabb area.


Local Agents with Local Knowledge For Over 50 Years

www.satchwells.com.au1/97 High Street

14 Balnarring VillageCnr Cook and Wood Streets

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SatchwellsHASTINGS

Asking $559,000

You enter this 4 BR property through a pleasant well maintained front garden. Access is also via Salmon St & through the private common area grounds. The property has a r/c gate & single garage. A colour video pedestrian gate door phone with remote opening & a security alarm system is provided for peace of mind.

THE VIEWS ARE A PRICELESS BONUS4/2 Skinner St. Inspect Thurs 12.30 - 1pm, Sat 12.30 - 1.00pm

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Expansive water frontage views of Westernport bay and Hastings Marina. Executive lifestyle property with all the trimmings. Double remote gated entrance, security camera/monitor screen, reverse cycle heating & cooling, ducted vacuum, 2 toilets and spa bath. Also a communal tennis court.

EXPANSIVE WATER FRONTAGE TOWNHOUSEInspect by Appointment


A short stroll to everything Hastings has to offer. This unit features 3BR, a galley kitchen, d/heating plus r/c s/s to keep you comfortable. Open plan lounge & meals area opens onto paved landscaped garden/entertainment

POSITION PERFECTInspect Sat 1.30 - 2.00

BITTERNNeg Over $539,000

Ideal for a young family/tradesman this property boasts a classic cedar home nestled in a no thru road on approx 3000sqms of land. Spacious family room with gas d/heating, natural gas coonara, split system heating & cooling, 2BRs with BIRs, neat & tidy kitchen with gas cooking & polished timber boards.

LARGE ALLOTMENT LARGE SHEDDING Inspect by Appointment

HASTINGSAsking $440,000 - $510,000

Only 6 years young and close to public transport and High Street shopping is this unique family home equipped with a fully self-contained unit - all on a spacious, low-maintenance corner allotment.

A UNIQUE 2 FOR 1 PACKAGEInspect by Appointment

CRIB POINTPOA

Centrally located development has current planning approval, eliminating all risk,

an excellent $23,400pa. A holding income prior to building commencement.

OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS!! 10 UNIT SITEInspect by Appointment

BITTERNAsking $359,000

Located in one of Bitterns most sought-after streets is this

private setting with English style gardens that will capture your heart. The Home offers 3 bedrooms all with built in robes.

COTTAGE STYLE GARDEN WITH SOLID HOMEInspect by Appointment

CRIB POINTAsking $440,000 - $480,000

and offers dual street frontage with many different possibilities.. The weatherboard home on the property affords 4 bedrooms, 3 comfy living areas with wood heating and neat open plan timber kitchen.

CORNER SITE WITH SUB DIVISION POTENTIALInspect by Appointment


Unlimited potential to further renovate and extend. Compromis-ing of 3 bedrooms all with BIRs, larger than normal dining kitchen and gas coonara. Outdoors is a 2 car carport, large double garage with power, 2 large water tanks and a decked entertainment area.

CALLING ALL INVESTORSInspect by Appointment


This attractive brick home comprises 3 bedrooms built in robes to 2 beds, gas heating, spacious kitchen with electric cooking and an adjoining dining area. An affordable price tag and a generous sized allotment. Immaculate inside and out and only a stones throw from main street Hastings, public transport and medical needs.

WATER SIDE OF TOWN

CRIB POINTAsking $499,000

Natural bushland is the setting of this wonderful property.

to accommodate 2 families with separate living quarters for a dependant person/parents.

2 FOR THE PRICE OF 1Inspect by Appointment

CRIB POINTAsking $280,000+

This neat & tidy 3BR BV home is tucked away in the heart of Crib Point. Offers slate/carpet throughout, gas appliances, BIRs in all bedrooms, kitchen with meals area, bathroom, laundry & separate toilet. Needing

PUT YOUR OWN STAMP ON ITInspect by Appointment


Superbly positioned 3brm, 2yr old unit. Features include ensuite &

plan living, stylish new kitchen with quality appliances, ducted heating & cooling. Outside features a courtyard, tank water and double garage.

QUIET & SECUREInspect by Appointment

BITTERNAsking $425,000

This 4 BR home is situated in a quiet location in Crib Point. Featuring ensuite to main with WIR, BIRs to remaining bedrooms, bathroom incl spa & 3 toilets are available, d/heating & cooling, rumpus room, large open plan kitchen/meals area overlooks undercover decking area.

COSY HOME, QUIET LOCATIONInspect by Appointment

CRIB POINTAsking $379,000

This is the perfect family or investment home in the heart of Crib Point. Features 4 bedrooms, main with ensuite, all bedrooms with BIR’s. Two reverse cycle heating & cooling units plus bonus ducted heating throughout. Two large open plan living areas and modern hostess kitchen with dishwasher.

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BITTERNAsking $650,000+

Comfortable 3 bedroom home features main with ensuite and WIR, remaining 2 bedrooms have BIRs, hostess kitchen including dishwasher, meals area incorporates 2 living areas opening onto an

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HASTINGS$750,000 - $790,000

combines lifestyle with luxury, family life with entertaining, and comprehensive facilities for horse enthusiasts or hobby farmers. A builders own home, dam with jetty and extensive shedding, backing onto the green wedge.

AUTUMN SUN LODGE - IN A CLASS OF ITS OWNInspect by Appointment

HASTINGS

BALNARRINGAsking $615,000-$635,000

In a location synonymous with pristine beaches, International Golf Courses and award winning wineries, properties of this quality in

-cant stamp duty savings.

Inspect by Appointment

Asking $365,000

3BR home located in a sought after area of Hastings, short stroll to foreshore, boardwalk, marina & shopping centre. Comprising sep lounge, meals & kitchen, BIR to all bedrooms, carpet & tiles throughout, gas heating. Double steel garage with power, separate shed and concrete drive.

1ST HOME/INVESTMENT/DEVELOPMENT PROPERTYInspect by Appointment


-erty market at an affordable time. This 3 bedroom home will help you begin the dream of being a home owner before its to late. This property is on a good sized allotment and in great condition.

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For Sale 25 Lynn Close, Mornington

Nestled at the end of a peaceful court in

maintenance gardens. This 3 bedroom plus

then some. Features include high ceilings and

split system heating and cooling & undercover outdoor entertaining area. Huge shed great for tradesman.

Sensational Lifestyle In

Price: $660,000 - $710,000Inspect: Contact agent for times

For Sale 34 Finlayson Avenue, Mount Martha

offers 2 bedrooms plus rumpus room that

and outdoor entertaining area. Great holiday

build your dream home.

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For Sale 19 Dorset Road, Mount Martha

Absolutely immaculate four bedroom plus

holidaying there is lots of natural light beaming into the family room and main living area

side entertaining area and established gar

home has master living and ensuite upstairs

Fabulous Family Home


For Sale 6 Avery Court, Mount Martha

situated in cul de sac location of prestigious Mount Martha location. The grand entrance

leading to the family’s four bedrooms and large

formal area from the main living areas. A

has large pantry and the meals and family room


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For Sale 8 Chateaux Close, Mount Martha

This absolutely stunning entertainers home

and solar heated pool. From the rumpus/

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For Sale

storage including a large pantry. The huge

Price: $720,000 - $760,000 Inspect: Contact agent for times

For Sale 9 Alfred Street, Mornington

the bay this 3 bedroom home radiates quality

sun drenched north facing living and dining

Spacious Sanctuary in Prime Position

Price: $890,000 -$950,000Inspect: Contact agent for times

5 Meridian Way, Mornington

A stunning 4 bedroom plus study home in the

schools and shopping centre. Offering a mecca in

contemporary resort style living and complete

Exquisite Family Entertaining

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An excellent opportunity to own your own Juice Bar with brand


Wholesale BakeryIconic well established wholesale bakery allows you to step out of the rat race with three days a week, no weekends & very easy

Sale Price $77,000 + SAVContact: Gary Ralph 0418 535 503

Mount Martha Shop

available.

Lease Price: $3360 Ex. GST + OGS

For Lease – Mount Martha

Two to choose - Buy one or both

Sale Price: $365,000 eachContact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

For Sale – Rosebud

NAB As Co-Tenant

Lease Price: $2,500pcm + GST + OGS Sale Price: $450,000

Sale Price: $49,000 + SAVContact: Gary Ralph 0418 535 503

Paint The Town Red

Sale Price: $85,000 WIWOContact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

Fish & Chips

Sale Price: $150,000 WIWOContact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

Business Oppotunity

successful purchaser. Priced to Sell.Sale Price: $115,000 WIWOContact:Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

For Sale - Baxter

Sale Price: $200,000 + SAV

Factory to lease

Lease Price: $1100PCM ex. GST + OGS

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Peppertree Cafe

Sale Price: $149,000Contact: Gary Ralph 0418 535 503

For Sale - Tyabb

Sale Price: $359,000 + SAVContact: Gary Ralph 0418 535 503

For Sale - Red Hill

Factory Freehold

Sale Price: $375,000

For Sale - Seaford

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3 Archer Drive

Sale Price $880,000

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Lease Price: $2816 PCM +GST + OG

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Taste of the OrientThis licensed restaurant located in a busy shopping plaza is the only restaurant of its type in the area. It trades 6 days for lunch and dinner during summer and 5 nights for dinner only in winter. The business has a beautiful kitchen with fantastic equipment and the premises are very clean. There is seating for 36 guests inside and out. New proprietors can change the type of restaurant with the landlord’s agreement.

Japanese Restaurant, PATTERSON LAKESPrice: $170,000 + stock (approx $10,000)Agency: Latessa Business Sales 50 Playne St, Frankston, 9781 1588Agent: Tony Latessa, 0412 525 151

Come for a spinTHE only business of its type in town, the sale includes an attached one-bedroom residence. It trades 7am till 8.30pm Monday to Friday and 8am till 1pm on Saturday. Equipment caters for commercial and industrial use with standard and large-capacity washers and dryers plus ironing equipment and stations. Stock includes spare parts for machines. The business is on a long lease and shows good turnover with full training if required.

Laundrette, DROUINPrice: $449,000 + stockAgency: Latessa Business Sales 50 Playne St, Frankston, 9781 1588Agent: Tony Latessa, 0412 525 151

Business Sales Specialistswww.latessabusiness.com.au

50 Playne Street Frankston

Tel: (03) 9781 1588

One of 32 franchises in Aust. Full training for teaching, marketing &

admin. Exclusive territory, unique curriculum, operation manual. Repeat enrolments.

DRAMA ACADEMY

$57,500 + Franchise Fee

Telecommunications & electronics, computing &

entertainment, Optus mobile & broadband contracts. 24/7 security system, 5 ½ days.

Main street location

RETAIL ELECTRONICS

$50,000 + sav

Currently managed, fully

8 beauty rooms & waiting room. Assured income from sub-tenants. No competition.

BEAUTY, NAILS & HAIR

NOW $72,000 inc. stock

Well set up factory close to car yards, some of which are major clients. Always

busy, prices range from $25 to $280. Trades 5 days -

8am to 4pm.

CAR DETAILING

$120,000 + sav

to building trade & public. Would suit trades person.Excellent location, huge

potential.

HEAT & GLO DEALERSHIP

$449,000 + sav

Tony Latessa: 0412 525 151 No. 1 REIV Accredited Business Agent in Victoria

27 years selling experience based on honesty and reliabilityREIV Business Brokers Committee Member

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Large spacious salon on busy road. Has 5 beauty rooms,

8 stations, 2 basins. Nothing to be done, very attractive.

Good equipment.NOW

HAIR SALON

$45,000 + sav

Well established in modern

managed. Full assistance offered.

NOW

HAIR SALON

$100,000 + sav

In the heart of San Remo. Main road location with bay views, seats 30 in & 16 out. Rear courtyard, front eatery

section with well laid out kitchen, staff parking.

THAI TAKEAWAY

$140,000 + sav

Wide range of organic groceries, bulk foods, fruit & veg, supplements & beauty

products. Herbal dispensary, comprehensive website.

Only 3 owners in 35 years.

HEALTH FOODS

$159,900 + sav

Supply of quality hardware products. Australian & imported goods. Fully managed by staff.

be un-manned.

DISTRIBUTION

$175,000 + sav

5 days trade, 6am - 3pm. Est 40 yrs, well known shop in

busy area. Will trial on $7200 pw. Long lease. Plenty of

parking.

INDUSTRIAL TAKEAWAY

$170,000 + sav

Small shop on corner site with cool room. Large factory

development nearby will

HUGE POTENTIAL!ONLY 5 DAYS!

INDUSTRIAL TAKEAWAY

$165,000 + sav

Long est. with loyal staff. All manner of products from artwork & design stage. In

house printing, in house kiln,

applies.

PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS

$750,000 + sav

Well presented with modern refrigeration &

prime position. 10T truck for market inc. Plenty of

prep. area & rear space for truck & forklift to work.

FRUIT & VEGETABLES

$422,000 + sav

New, located in the entertainment precincts of large shopping centres.

separate franchises.Huge opportunity!

CAFE / RESTAURANT

P.O.A

Est 40+ yrs, current vendor trading 11 years. Well known Asian business with complete range of products inc. fresh to imported & dried. 2001 2-tonne truck inc. in sale

GROCERY

$810,000 + sav

Services one main customer every day of the year, vendor works 28 hrs pw, 3 sub-contractors. Stock inc. Plenty of potential. Vendor

retiring.

CLEANING SERVICE

$79,000

Residential, commercial, and property maintenance.

Contracts in place. Sub-contractors available.

15hrs pw mostly on Peninsula, Business Award winner.

CLEANING SERVICE

$79,500 + sav

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Near new, bright & clean with all the hard work done. New equipment, coolroom and

freezer. Trades 6 days from 11am. Long lease options.

FISH & CHIPS

$120,000 + sav

Purpose built, wonderful appearance, split level, good

equipment, lovely kitchen. Mainly coffee & cakes, corner location with huge frontage. 19

tables. Nothing to be done

COFFEE LOUNGE

NOW $110,000 + sav

Repairs inc truck, trailer & marine. Large factory with hoist, display room. Only

one in Frankston area doing Interlock. Est.client list. Ozone

safe A/C service.

AUTO ELECTRICAL

$120,000 + sav

Located in commercial/retail food court of large complex.

pizza, pasta, chips, salads & chinese food etc.

TAKEAWAY

$110,000 + sav

Main road location with parking. Large commercial

kitchen. Opens Mon-Fri 5.30am-4pm & Sat 6am-noon. Extensive menu.

Est 40 years.

INDUSTRIAL TAKEAWAY

NOW $120,000 + sav

½ acre with 3 BR B/V home and brick shop on main

bait & boat storage, right on waterway/main street.

FREEHOLD & LEASEHOLD

Business $150,000 + savFreehold $800,000 + GST if appl.

Est 10 yrs, well equipped showroom & workshop.

New lease can be negotiated. Location in country Victoria.

PUMPS & IRRIGATION

$225,000 + sav

Well presented, large modern shop with courtyard. Seating

for 15, has smoking area under cover. Only 5 days 6am to 3pm.

Long lease options.

INDUSTRIAL TAKEAWAY

$70,000 + sav

Male & female cuts only, 4 stations, 1 basin. Small attractive shop, trades 6

to run. Stock included.

HAIR DRESSING

$84,000

CAFE

$99,000 + sav

Indian/Pakistan cuisine, dine in or takeaway. Well equipped kitchen with walk in coolroom. Huge potential to increase t/o

with more opening hours.

RUBBISH REMOVAL

$90,000

600 clients. Works Tue to Thurs. Taking $70,361 pa.

part-time business. Huge potential.

Shop in food court of large S/centre. Great kitchen,

willing to run business for 2 years if required.

ASIAN FOOD

$290,000 + sav

Manufacturing and supplying to forklift, petroleum,

chemical and manufacturing industries. Supplemented by

accessories. Est 1982.

DRUM HANDLING & EQUIPMENT

$372,000 + sav

Sea change business in Mooroopna. Only one in

town, trades 7 days, serviced 5 ½ days. Well presented & equipped with 11 washers

and 8 gas dryers

COIN LAUNDRY

$230,000 + sav

Large well equipped shop with all baking done on site. Fully managed, very busy, seats 20 in & 8 out. Large storage

area under shop with separate access. Trades 7 days.

BAKERY & CAFE

$295,000 + sav

One of the Peninsula’s treasures now available. Well

beautifully presented.

HOMEWARES & GIFTS

$300,000 + sav

Including cattery. Business & freehold on 4.5 acre property with 5 BR residence, pool &

entertainment area.

BOARDING KENNEL

$2.5 million + sav

Keen vendors need to sell. Ideally located in

busy Frankston CBD, has coolroom, truck for market. Est around 40 yrs, trades 6 days. New lease available.

FRUIT & VEG RETAIL

$65,000 + sav

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www.chelsea.harcourts.com.au

9772 7077CHELSEA1/463 Nepean Hwy

Hastings Newsagency

Terri Adams 0437 773 538

Only the second time offered for sale in 50 years!

A rare opportunity has presented itself for the purchase of a tightly held local business servicing the community.

This well established retail/wholesale/distribution newsagency sells a wide range of products, and is a landmark of the town, trading from its current location for 50 years.

Situated in fast growing Hastings, this business enjoys a perfectly central position, with front and rear access, and plenty of parking.

Hastings Newsagency products lines include, newspapers, magazines, greeting cards, stationery for school/offices/businesses, books, with a printing and photocopying service also available.

This newsagency has a solid trading history, with massive opportunities for growth in both the retail and wholesale side of the business.

With a container port on the way, Hastings is set to expand rapidly, and this newsagency is perfectly placed to make the most of the wonderful opportunities.

An ideal family business, the owners are pursuing other interests, and are very motivated to sell.

Price reduced to $450,000 + gst + SAV.

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Ready-made businessANY opportunity to purchase a well-known business with all set-up costs completed must be worth a look. Established in 2009, this niche market business is being offered for sale on a walk-in walk-out basis with a fully signwritten Ford Transit van included in the asking price as well as all tools, grinders and associated equipment. The owner is prepared to provide professional training if required.

Concreting, MORNINGTON PENINSULAPrice: $115,000 WIWOAgency: Kevin Wright Real Estate, 72 Main Street, Mornington, 5977 2255Agent: Russell Murphy, 0407 839 184

Ahoy me heartiesSITUATED in the Seaford industrial estate, this family business does a healthy trade in breakfasts and lunches. Open Monday to Friday from 5.30am to 3pm, the business works in well with school hours and you can still have your weekends free. Showing excellent takings and good profi ts, the rent is also very reasonable.

Industrial Takeaway, SEAFORDPrice: On ApplicationAgency: Kevin Wright Real Estate, 72 Main Street, Mornington, 5977 2255Agent: Tanya Scagliarini, 0438 289 859


OPINION

By David HarrisonWHEN six of the 11 Mornington Pen-insula Shire councillors voted to pur-sue building a pool on the Rosebud foreshore, they were supporting a mere footprint in the sand. And well below the high tide mark at that.

But the six, and CEO Michael Ken-nedy, desperately want to turn that faint footprint into a huge concrete and tar expanse where there is now tea-tree and grass. It is to be hoped they are thwarted, and the pool ends up on a suitable site, as suggested by a con-sultant whose report was edited before the shire released it. More of that later.

It should be emphasised councillors did not – repeat, did not – vote to build the pool. They voted to test whether it might be possible to build a pool on the foreshore, in the face of many diffi cul-ties. They voted to test the water, if you like, with the state government’s Envi-ronment Minister, Ryan Smith.

How will the shire lobbyists repre-sent this vote to the government? My guess is that they will argue that coun-cillors voted for the pool project in its entirety, using the fi rst rule of spin-doctoring: Forget Inconvenient Detail. Sell the Big Message.

Pool opponent Cr Leigh Eustace described the councillors’ decision as support for a project with “... no budget, no designs and against a background of no information about why the old pool on the foreshore ... had failed and been demolished in the 1990s”.

Remarkably, sustainable infrastruc-ture director Alex Atkins – the walk-ing, talking repository of all local building information since William Buckley knocked up a humpy in Sor-

rento without a permit – admitted to the meeting he knew nothing of why the old pool had cracked.

Perhaps, said someone in the crowd-ed, rowdy gallery, it had something to do with the unstable sand base, or the peninsula’s restless Selwyn Fault. These possibilities have apparently not been canvassed by the pool push, who want no tidings of additional obstacles.

Against Cr Eustace was the divinely inspired Cr David Gibb, who continues to assert that the $30 million-plus pool, which would be built in his ward, has “overwhelming” public support.

Clearly he can sense this in his di-vinely inspired waters, since no proper polling exists to support him. And none will be done: empty assertion is the way he and his council faction wants to keep it.

The only evidence the Gibb faction has is brazen push-polling, conducted with shire help. Good old ratepayers!

The shire has resisted, over fi ve years, constant public pressure to re-lease any substantial information – even to councillors – about other sites on which the pool could be built.

It even refused, until recently, to say precisely where on the foreshore the pool was to go.

Some time ago one questioner, im-pertinent and tedious enough to ask yet again about the pool’s location, was told loftily by shire recreation supremo Peter Gore that it would be built “on the Rosebud foreshore”.

Before the consultant’s report was released, the shire’s blue pencil excised material in it that cautioned against a foreshore site and made a pointed ref-erence to a possible alternative site at

Rosebud Secondary College.The shire secrecy and redacting is

not surprising: the consultant had been briefed by council to locate a site for pool on the Rosebud foreshore. The shire “censor” cut four vital sections from the report. Here are two of them:

Cut 1: “This [foreshore] site will have planning issues as whilst it scored highly against most criteria, land own-ership and planning control on the Rosebud Foreshore sites are vested in State Government control.

“This will require signifi cant Envi-ronmental, Town Planning and land Planning impact studies as well as strong political input to allow either of these sites to be seriously considered for the proposed aquatic facility devel-opment.”

“Strong political input” – what a lovely euphemism. The shire indeed began a campaign of high-pressure lobbying of government. The thesau-rus defi nes lobbying as “to seek to in-fl uence, try to persuade, bring pressure to bear on, importune, sway; petition, solicit, appeal to, pressurise”.

It did all that, and more. Certain folk spent nearly as much time with politi-cian and their advisers as at their desks.

The community now awaits the “sig-nifi cant Environmental, Town Plan-ning and land Planning impact stud-ies” required before the foreshore can be “seriously considered”. Or possibly it will be decided that these are not re-quired after all.

Cut 2: “In our opinion if a foreshore site cannot be achieved we could not support any other site and the best course of action we could recommend would be Council revisiting the Rose-

bud Secondary College site.“This site has a number of signifi -

cant advantages through co-location of aquatic facilities with the indoor Sta-dium, as well as linking to proposed cultural facilities and future aquatic facilities. Such centres have been de-veloped successfully, at a number of locations in Victoria ...”

Of course the shire could not tolerate such frankness. The consultant wasn’t being paid to be so ... independent. Slash went the blue pencil.

The censoring is a deplorable exam-ple of how readily the shire is prepared to manipulate when it has decided on its favoured outcome, and how laugh-able is its repeated boast of openness and transparency.

Mr Gore told councillors the censor-ing was a “typo” – a typographical, or spelling, error. Really! One hopes councillors were not ingenuous enough to believe such piffl e. The attentive gallery certainly wasn’t buying it.

Why this obstinate, zealous drive to put it on the foreshore? State authori-ties have repeatedly said it cannot be built there because it is not, like a life-saving or yacht club, foreshore-depen-dent as required by coastal policy.

Who is driving the push for this loca-tion? Of course Cr Gibb is the prime mover, but it is hard to tell whether he is more enthusiastic than CEO Michael Kennedy, who gave us the cash-haem-orrhaging Pelican Park at Hastings.

This development was similarly larded with visionary verbal Vaseline in its development stage. Listen to Dr Kennedy, in his speech “Beyond Cul-tural Policy” given at a symposium in St Kilda in 2003: “So we said ‘Coun-

cillors we can get to the other places later, let’s blow $7 million in one place’. Absolutely fantastic.

“Second thing we are going to do is build an 80-seat restaurant so we said, ‘Hey Council why don’t we use it to train young people in hospitality, why don’t we get all the kids doing hospi-tality and food tech and all that stuff and let them work in [a] real business?’

“The Council said to me ‘what will it cost?’ and I said ‘I’ve got no idea’ and they said ‘OK’. True. That’s guts and it will be, I’m sure, sensationally successful.”

It has been so unsuccessful that the shire obfuscates the losses. The real ones would turn your hair white.

Now Dr Kennedy and his trusty offsider Cr Gibb want to do it again. This time the cost could be more like $30-35 million – probably doubling the shire’s debt – and putting a massive concrete and tar footprint next to a fi ne, family-friendly beach.

It must be remembered this is a proj-ect with “... no budget, no designs ...” – well, none yet made public, anyway – and no sign in public of any grand plan that might already lurk in a shire bu-reaucrat’s drawer. What would we get? A restaurant? A water slide to realise someone’s fond childhood memory?

Ironically, it appears that the Pelican Park trainees, who cost the shire a for-tune – money for training that should come from the state government, not from ratepayers – live mainly not in Mornington Peninsula Shire but in Frankston City.

You won’t get much openness and transparency from shire bureaucrats, or the Gibb-Kennedy faction, about that.

Ins and outs of diving in the deep endIns and outs of diving in the deep end

A SAGE whisper in the ear of The Whisperer has shed some light on the pothole situation currently plaguing the peninsula.

These craters have a dramatic effect on what is known as “low-profi le tyres”, basically the ones with bigger rims and less rubber. The lack of rubber means there is less absorption of the crater’s impact and, therefore, shreaded tyres and many tears.

The whisper suggests the pothole profi leration may in fact be aimed at curbing the activities of hoons who favour the low-profi le tyres.

Could it be this is a deliberate campaign to get these dangerous drivers off our roads?

Speaking of hoons, there was one plying his trade on Salmon St the other day, only to lose control, smack through a ‘Keep left’ sign and end up on the grass.

The conversation the next day between two neighbours:

N1: I hope he did some damage to his car, to teach him a lesson.

N2: His car? Most likely ‘borrowed’ from Frankston station.

The whisper is that it was only the

quick thinking of our local fi reys that prevented a huge environmental disaster in October when the tanker rolled and spilt 38,000 litres of fuel on the corner of Frankston-Flinders and Western Port Hwy. The fuel was heading to the bay at a rate of knots, only to be stopped by their fast action when they erected bunds made out of canvas and whatever else they could lay their hands on in their BRTs (big red trucks).

The fi reys found it hard to get as quick a response from VicRoads. The

lesson learned? In future, if you are going to have a major traffi c accident that requires VicRoads assistance, make sure you have it between 9am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday.

The whisper is staff at Ritchies in Hastings are becoming frus trated at persistent rumours about the store.

Rumours that can be scotched by The Whisperer are as follows:

1 Ritchies Hastings is not closing.2 Ritchies Hastings is not moving

to Bittern.3 Aldi is not opening in its place.

While the supermarket situation in Hastings appears crowded, to say the least, Ritchies enjoys a loyal following, due to the hugely successful and long-running com-munity benefi ts program.

The whisper is that port construction may be on us quicker than previously thought. Maybe the time for talk is drawing to a close. Then again, the Port of Hastings Development Authority is close to forming a board to see it into the [email protected]

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By Ellen IrwinTO state the obvious, it’s getting near that time of year again. When shopping aisles are sparkling with tinsel and co-loured lights, giving sensitive people like me migraine headaches and feel-ings of claustrophobia as we trudge along buying overpriced gifts that we know will be reduced dramatically during January sales.

It seems only yesterday that the same shelves were covered in Easter eggs. It could be a sign that the year no lon-ger has 12 months. I believe that either Prime Minister Julia Gillard’s govern-ment or Australia Post might be steal-ing the intermittent period between the two celebrations.

What Ms Gillard would do with the extra time is beyond me. Probably in-troduce a bill to compel all Australians to pay a restoration tax before return-ing them to the calendar. Although, now that I come to think of it, Australia Post might be able to use the stolen se-

mester and have a chance of delivering mail within a week of it being posted.

Perhaps Premier Ted Baillieu could use the embezzled months to organise a brain-storming session that might come up with a sensible solution to the hospital crisis in Victoria instead of spending more money trying to de-velop a Melbourne icon that will outdo Sydney’s ‘Oprah House’.

You have no chance Ted so, as The Beatles sang, “Let it be”.

We’ve more than enough icons with Federation Square, Flinders St railway station, the Victorian Arts Centre spire, Melbourne trams and, of course, the Yarra River. All wonderful city land-marks, Ted, so how about that brain-storming session I mentioned? Now that would be a lovely Christmas pres-ent for all Victorians.

Sorry, I’m off on a tangent, back to “that time of year”.

I normally come home from a shop-ping trip in a foul mood. One of the

main reasons for this is that I can’t handle being stuck in a queue. Espe-cially, when a six-foot elf wearing red and green (these colours should only be seen on Irish dancers) is arranging a pub crawl with the Santa at the next register.

Young Santas don’t cut it for me. The thought of perfect abdominal muscles and bulging biceps under all the red felt and white cotton wool just seems so false. I can see these parts of the anatomy any time during the footy sea-son – along with those short shorts and thick thighs … mmm. Sorry, got a bit distracted again.

Give me a Santa with John Lennon glasses and a beer belly any day! And, as for the never-ending Christmas car-ols that are piped through the shopping centres for weeks before the event it-self – would you believe – I love them. I sing along no matter who’s listening.

In this day of equal opportunities I fi nd it strange that Santa Claus is obvi-

ously the main man in that family. How often do you see Mrs Claus wandering around shopping centres greeting the children and handing out goodies? She no doubt spends most of her time in the North Pole cleaning up after Santa and all the elves.

After a year of making and pack-ing all of those Christmas gifts, poor Mrs Claus must have her work cut out. Come on, Santa, let the little woman do her bit for the celebrations.

Along with a frayed temper and sore feet, my lead-up to Christmas always ends up the same every year. Won-dering whether the toys and clothes bought for the grandchildren will be suitable and if the turkey will defrost in time. And the Brussels sprouts, will they have to be frozen again? Brussels sprouts are a must for our family on Christmas day along with the cranber-ry and bread sauces that are delightful accompaniments to the big bird.

Being born, and spending most of

my life in the northern hemisphere, is the reason I prefer to bypass the cold ham and seafood diet of most Austra-lians at Christmas time.

The amount of Christmas lunches, dinners and dances that are crammed into the few weeks leading up to the event only add to my anxiety. Inevita-bly, two or more such occasions hap-pen on the same day, making me feel as stuffed as the bird that will be the centerpiece of the table on 25 Decem-ber.

I refuse to wear the ever-popular T-shirts depicting various Christmas scenes and slogans. And as far as Santa hats and reindeer antlers are con-cerned, no way!

In the hustle and bustle of the weeks leading up to the event, we often for-get the real meaning of Christmas. Yes, “it’s that time of year again”. The writer is a reader from Langwarrin.

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AS the end of the year draws near, many people are looking to get in to shape for summer, others want a head start on making up for their festive sea-son excesses, and some are just continuing the healthy lifestyle they had all year.

Anytime Fitness Somerville opened to members in mid-Au-gust and more than 400 people have joined, racking up more than 7000 workouts. With a ca-pacity of more than 1000 mem-bers, the club is nowhere near crowded.

It has attracted a wide range of members with a fairly even split of men and women of all ages, and all fi tness levels.

They are a great group of people and have given the club a friendly and non-intimidating feel.

Some are up for a chat, others tune in to one of the 12 Foxtel and free-to-air channels avail-able on their cardio machine’s personal screen, some bring their own music and plug in their iPod, and some even read a book to pass the time and the calories away.

The club is living up to its name and members are working out any time around the clock and through weekends and pub-lic holidays. About 25 per cent of workouts have been at times when traditional gyms are not open, and everyone has their

own story as to why some pretty odd hours suit their busy lives.

Anytime Fitness will remain open to members 24 hours a day right through the Christmas and New Year period. You can work out at 3am on Christmas day if you want. Who knows, you might spot the big guy in the red suit as you look out of the club’s windows.

John and the team are hav-ing a great time meeting new members and making new friends. Being locals they can’t go anywhere in Somerville now without running in to members in shops and cafes. The club is also forming great relationships with the community, contribut-ing to sponsorship of several clubs as well as helping with fundraising events at the CFA, schools and other community groups.

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The club is spacious, light, and bright, with plenty of space between machines and open ar-eas for fl oor work, as well as a screened stretch area.

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Anytime Fitness Somerville is off to a great start and is set to really take off in the New Year as more and more happy mem-bers encourage their friends and families to join and work out with them.

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Silvertail is the place for Silvertail is the place for Somerville’s best fi sh ‘n’ chipsSomerville’s best fi sh ‘n’ chipsARSEN and Sarkis Nikola are brothers who pride themselves on having the best fi sh and chip shop around.

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BELEZA School Uniforms is a family-owned business estab-lished in 1985 in Victoria.

Beleza is an Australian-owned business providing school uniforms at prices and levels of quality envied by its competitors.

“Making our decisions based around a customer focus has ensured we remain competi-tive, proactive and responsive to changes in the school uni-form marketplace,” a spokes-man said.

“A point of difference to our competitors, Beleza will con-tinue to open retail outlets in areas where schools can benefi t from having an off-campus lo-cal store open 5½ days a week for purchases of uniforms.

“The schools will still ben-efi t for all sales made in these stores as they would with an on-campus store.

“We have found the benefi t to parents and students to be sig-nifi cant, allowing purchasing at their own schedules rather than the limited hours of on-campus stores.

“Beleza carries the cost of the stock, staff and all over-heads to ensure the schools are not burdened. We have 17 retail outlets in Victoria and are still growing.”

As a part of the company’s mission in supporting the lo-cal community, Beleza School Uniforms offers a free member-ship club that gives all parents

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Beleza School Uniforms has recently opened a second mega store at Somerville (its 17th store in Victoria).

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Westernport Hotel staff gathered on Sunday 4 De-cember to celebrate their success at the recent state awards of the Australian Hotels Association.

The hotel was a fi nalist in four categories including best overall hotel, and best hotel bistro.

The highlight of the night was when the hotel was named overall winner as best pub TAB venue coun-try.

“We wanted to get all the staff together to announce this huge win” said hotel owner Scott Elks.

“After all, we were only recipients of the awards on behalf of the staff and management. It is their hard work and dedication that got us there.”

With a history nearly as long as the town itself, Westernport Hotel has recently undergone extensive renovations.

“A hotel without people is just a building,” said Mr Elks. “It is the people, staff and patrons, that bring a building alive. We’re very lucky to have great staff and wonderful patrons.”

Two of the staff, Chrissy Taylor and Carmel Hamil-ton (pictured left and right below), have over 40 year working at the hotel between them.

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By Stuart McCulloughONCE upon a time, music was not something made by computers. In that not-so-distant age, it was so much more than a ringtone or the sound you heard when a program started up.

As wonderful as technological advancement may be, it remains my view that pushing buttons does not, of itself, make you a musician. That’s because the melodies that inspire the human spirit are not to be found in a DOS-based programming language or algorithm. They lie in the depths of the human heart.

The problem with letting the IT department write songs is that you get a very limited worldview as a result, as anyone who has recently listened to commercial radio may well attest.

The language of music these days is so confi ned. It seems that in a bid to reach the broadest selection of people, musicians have resorted to speaking in the musical equivalent of Esperanto when music should really be a whole Tower of Babel kind of experience.

Before computers took over, music was made by people. And it smelled of leather. At the time, rock music was not something your laptop coughed up but was handed down from on high. A gift, if you will, from the lap of the Rock Gods.

Hairy of chest, leather of trouser; these big-haired galoots knew how to party, but they implicitly knew when to fl ip the switch to “sensitive”. Lights were dimmed, trademark six-stringed axes swapped in favour of acoustic guitars, maybe even a stool. Thus was born the “power ballad”.

Power ballads work to a formula that is surely the equal of E = MC2. For while most rock music in the 1980s was built for the stadium and an audience of thousands, a good power ballad is more your bicycle built for two. However, it wasn’t enough just to hear a power ballad – you had to see it. Dry ice, venetian blinds and a slightly confused model wearing a red dress – these were the essential ingredients of a power ballad music video.

Candles, a car pulling sharply away from a kerb and, most confusingly, a random exotic animal such as a diamond-headed carpet python or panther. The singer -- clutching a rose to his ruffl ed shirt unbuttoned to the naval thus exposing a chest so hairy that it resembled a community garden undergrowth -- pleads for understanding. A soaring chorus then gives way to a wailing guitar solo.

Rarely can you identify a moment

when a particular artform attains perfection. But when it comes to power ballads, there is no need for any debate as the answer is as obvious as the hair on David Coverdale’s barrel-like chest. The song Is This Love is brave enough to ask a big question without even bothering to use a question mark.

The band Whitesnake, fronted by Mr Coverdale, released its masterpiece in 1987 and it is now widely recognised as the point at which the power ballad reached its zenith. Having reached an apex of perfection, the only way was, naturally enough, down. Way down. By the time grunge became rock music’s dominant currency, the power ballad was all but extinct.

I was never much a fan of the power ballad. Mostly, they were so cheesy that to hear the fi rst verse alone would likely raise your cholesterol level and tighten the waistband on your skinny jeans. Power ballads were once a near-compulsory part of any band’s repertoire, but have all but disappeared.

Sales of leather trousers have suffered enormously as a result, to say nothing of those of diamond-headed carpet pythons and panthers. But like a precious (heavy) metal, their scarcity has made them all the more valuable.

In just a couple of weeks, I will be getting married. For reasons that are likely to forever remain a mystery to me, I volunteered to write the music for the occasion. Such events are, of course, extremely important and it’s vital that I come up with a piece of music that suits the occasion.

Something too jolly could lead to accusations of frippery. Anything too dour may put a dampener on the mood.

It is, without doubt, a very fi ne line that I must now walk. Clearly, the occasion calls for something strong and sincere, preferably with an epic guitar solo. Indeed, the only kind of music capable of stepping up to the emotional plate is a power ballad.

Writing your own power ballad is possibly the most diffi cult thing that you can attempt. My self-interest means that I have lost all the perspective necessary to make vital editing decisions.

For example, will the inclusion of a seven-minute “double barrelled” guitar solo be regarded as self-indulgent and over the top or – as Goldilocks would have it – “just right”?

Is there such a thing as too much double-kick drum? I very much doubt it, as I set aside all aspects of my better judgement and simply go for broke.

As luck would have it, on the big day I will be wearing leather trousers and a ruffl ed shirt. I have already removed the buttons.

As the dry ice begins to waft around the feet of our guests and the music starts, I will be perched on a stool, red rose at my chest, panther by my side.

When the bride appears, it will be an emotional moment, to say nothing of when the drum solo kicks in. Although writing your own power ballad is a lot of trouble, if asked whether I think the effort is worthwhile, my answer will be simple as it is direct: I do. www.stuartmccullough.com

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FRANKSTON Arts Centre’s com-mitment to stage live theatre for all abilities took another signifi cant step when the 2012 season was an-nounced last week.

Two key commercial partnerships have helped to expand next season and make shows more accessible to people with special needs.

In its 10th year of partnership, Frankston law fi rm White Cleland will focus its sponsorship on mak-ing performances available to more people of all abilities.

The result is in 2012 there will be six captioned and two Auslan signed performances.

ConnectEast, owner and operator of EastLink tollway, is FAC’s prin-cipal partner for the theatre season of 20 performances, starting on 6 March with Miriam Margolyes star-ring in Dickens’ Women.

White Cleland director Malcom Taylor admires the fact that “FAC is an inclusive venue with an enduring commitment to enhancing access to the arts”.

“We are very proud of this great facility and what it offers to the community. Because it is such an outstanding asset we decided to become the principal partner of the annual theatre season back in 2002 – a support we have continued,” Mr Taylor said.

“We are also very excited about the new role that White Cleland has been able to forge with the Frank-

ston Arts Centre – as its initial prin-cipal access and inclusion partner. The endeavour of the Frankston Arts Centre in pursuing its arts access ini-tiatives is to be commended.”

White Cleland’s support means more live performances can be cap-tioned, enabling those who are hard of hearing, deaf or who speak a lan-guage other than English to enjoy theatre.

ConnectEast marketing and strat-egy manager Mr Douglas Spencer-Roy, said ConnectEast “has a proud track record of supporting local or-ganisations and, more specifi cally, cultural organisations in the suburbs bordering EastLink.

“EastLink has been open for over three years and continues to play a vital role in moving people around the east and southeast of Melbourne. EastLink makes doing business in this region more effi cient and des-tinations more attractive and acces-sible.

“It makes good business sense for us to develop marketing relation-ships with venues that are easily ac-cessed via EastLink.

“The customer benefi ts by cutting down their travel time and arriving at the venue more relaxed, the venue benefi ts from an increased catch-ment area for patrons and Connect-East benefi ts from the extra trips on EastLink,” Mr Spencer-Roy said.

All abilities focus forAll abilities focus fornew theatre seasonnew theatre season

FRANKSTON Arts Centre’s expanded 2012 program includes the full spectrum of theatre – from plays like Dickens’ Women to Circus Oz, Melbourne Sym-phony Orchestra, Bell Theatre Compa-ny and the Vienna Boys’ Choir.

The FAC is also launching new ini-tiatives, including the ability to select your seat online, a new web address – thefac.com.au – smart phone technol-ogy to provide performance informa-tion directly to your phone, and an FAC YouTube channel.

Showing in August, Bugalugs Bum Thief, the new show based on the novel by celebrated Australian novelist Tim Winton, is likely to be a hit with fami-lies, as is the classic Happy Birthday, Peter Rabbit!

The Melbourne Comedy Festival re-turns, as does the The Australian Bal-let’s Dancers Company with the mis-chievous Don Quixote.

Melbourne Ballet will perform Infi nite Space; Bell Shakespeare returns with School for Wives in their fi rst tour of a

non-Shakespeare production; while the Vienna Boys’ Choir is making a special trip to Frankston on Sunday 30 Septem-ber.

New FAC members can buy tickets at special membership pricing from today with general ticket sales available from Monday 28 November.

To become a member of the Frankston Arts Centre, buy tickets or fi nd out more about the 2012 program go to thefac.com.au, phone 9784 1060 or visit the centre in Davey St, Frankston.

Vienna Boys Choir leads 2012 programVienna Boys Choir leads 2012 program

Dining out: Frankston Arts Centre launched its 2012 theatre season with a sponsors’ lunch at the arts centre on 16 November. Top, with arts centre manager Robin Batt are White Cleland partners, from left, Christopher Galagher, Malcolm Taylor and Rod Evenden. White Cleland is principal access and inclusion partner, supporting arts access for all abilities.Left, Nicky Johnston, of Goodbye Mr Worrythoughts fame, with Douglas Spencer-Roy of ConnectEast.

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EVERY so often we have a bad night where sleep is on holiday. I lay there in the dark pondering how one “falls” asleep. I talk to “lazylump”, my brain. I sectionalise the three inner senses, as in common sense, fantasy sense and memory sense.

Common is the boss but conveniently goes walkabout when I turn the light off to return the next morning full of beans.

Fantasy springs forth after a day of being bossed by common sense, and fallible memory sense chips in from years past, warped by the resurgence of fantasy.

Ugly monsters appear with amazing contortions, disappearing temporarily when I tell them loudly to “piss off.” I turn the light on when they dive bomb me. I visit the loo, I have a Panadol, I try again.

The monsters aren’t so ugly now. I wish I could draw them. I concentrate to rid my mind of a song that won’t shut up and think hard of “nothing”. Sleep arrives at two-hour intervals accompanied by fantasy, still teasing in the background. As I awake, fantasy is drifting away. I call on memory to recall a dream but no answer. In a fl ash all is gone. The boss, common sense, returns. To the doctor for Serapax.

***“SUMMERTIME, and the living is easy.” It’s the heat, I think. All of a sudden your tastes change; more salads, cold meats, cold milk on my Coco Pops. I stand in my mini-backyard knowing that my workload will increase (grasscutting) and the very thought tires me.

Best to do nothing and let God create a forest for the spiders, mosquitos, snails, crickets and me. I may go for a swim, but quickly; too many bikinis. Get out my two summer shirts, put the holey jumpers away; they’ll last another winter. Have to budget for the 2012 fi nancial crash.

Slowly the visitors are arriving, building to a crescendo around Boxing Day followed by my hibernation month, January. Can’t complain; it’s been a long cold winter. Perhaps a treat; Manly in February? Telephone my benefactor (Centrelink) for a cash advance?

***SO I buy a CD and someone says “Did you? Why not download the songs you like?” or perhaps I’m logging on to Facebook and someone says “Do you log on every time? I press a button”. These two and other examples occur regularly where information

is delivered via an inference that the deliverer is more knowledgeable, although not necessarily deliberately. Moreso as I get older. My message? Shut your mouth. If I want to know something I’ll ask, nicely.

***WHY are our soldiers in Afghanistan? I didn’t know 10 years ago other than Osama Bin Laden was possibly hiding there. I’m still none the wiser. Yes, both political parties have always been strong on our commitment, but after all these years their reasons remain cloudy. Russia failed in Afghanistan after 10 years. What were they there for? Democracy? Hah, that’ll be the day. So why?

Remember the song Over There? “That the Yanks are coming, the Yanks are coming.” Jimmy Cagney, Yankee Doodle Dandy. “We are in this together,” says Mr Barack Presidento. A bit like me tagging along for a mad night out with Chopper Read. Big Brother? Probably.

***A GOVERNMENT visa program overseeing Australians to bring partners from overseas for marriage within nine months has disclosed more than 200 of them are 17 year olds. Apparently they must meet a

range of criteria and demonstrate they are in a genuine relationship with their sponsoring partner. Aussie law allows minors to marry in strictly controlled circumstances with court approval. Looks like another enquiry. Another wowsers picnic no less. What is an acceptable age difference? Be fun listening to their arguments on this one.

***CRICKET writer Peter Roebuck committed suicide last month. Peter was the best in his business and easily the best in my 60 years of following Test cricket. It would appear that the fear of shame and disgrace contributed to his decision, which emphasises the violent passions such fear can create.

Some of us do not care for glory, living the quiet life, but still are afraid of infamy and disgrace. Of the famous, Cleopatra took her own life supposedly to avoid infamy as did Sophocles after one of his plays was hissed off the stage. Conversely there would exist among us many thieves, traitors, rapists who would feel no-thing for their crimes; laugh in fact.

People will form opinions on Roe-buck based on their supposed instinct, but likely innuendo; not I. I shall remember Peter as simply the best.

***APPARENTLY if you buy a property in Mt Eliza, Red Hill or Main Ridge it comes with an agreement that nothing can change unless you personally approve it. On the other hand, according to one councillor, this rule only applies to Portsea.

***YOU may well ask where your bottom goes as you get older, but one look at your tummy should provide the answer. BBC News of the World: I was the 2,198,667,773rd person on earth at the time of birth and the 74,446,288,886th since history began. So?

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A Grain of Salt

By Cliff Ellen

INXS is one of Australia’s best-known rock acts with worldwide albums sales of more than over 35 million and su-perstar status.

In January 1988 INXS became only the second Australian-based band af-ter Men at Work to reach No 1 on the United States charts with Need You Tonight. In 1985 INXS debuted at No 1 on the national album charts with Listen Like Thieves, which sold 3.5 million copies worldwide.

Between November 1980 (Just Keep Walking) and September 1987 (Need You Tonight), INXS had 16 national Top 40 hit singles.

In the US, Kick had 500,000 advance orders. The album was produced by Chris Thomas who worked with the Sex Pistols and the Pretenders.

The band’s success can be attri bu-ted to many factors, including an un-changed line-up, unstinting tour ing schedules, different and fresh produc-tion on each album, their brand of distinctive hard rock, and front man Michael Hutchence’s cool, macho ap-pearance.

The band overcame the death of Hutchence in 1997 and is back in rock arenas with new Irish vocalist Ciaran Gribbin (pictured).

From their fi rst gig as the Farriss

Brothers in Sydney’s northern beaches in August 1977, INXS quickly won Australian then international acclaim.

Gribbin is a Grammy nominated singer-songwriter who has worked with a range of artists including Snow Patrol, Groove Armada, Paul McCart-ney, and Madonna. He is also a fi lm composer, and wrote, recorded and produced all the original music for the fi lms Killing Bono and Heartless.

I caught up with INXS guitarist Tim Farriss to talk about their Mt Eliza show, Gribbin and a new single. I asked him about Gribbin and former front man J D Fortune.

“We felt his name was too Irish so we all call him ‘Gribbo’; he is a very funny man,” he said.

“I had no problem with J D Fortune, but there were personality clashes and

he wanted to do things we didn’t want to do. Andrew [Farriss] writes all the songs and he couldn’t fi nd a formula with J D. He was a little too fast for us and said things he shouldn’t have and got us into a lot of trouble.

“Andrew, our keyboardist and pri-mary songwriter, met Gribbo at a bar-becue two years ago and they ended up singing acoustically together and it all came together from that.

“Gribbo moved from Belfast with his wife to be with us and is the only Irishman I know who doesn’t drink.

“Singing Never Tear Us a Part was a huge test for Gribbo and he was bril-liant; he surpassed all our expecta-tions. I felt magic again while writing songs with Gribbo and have posted a demo recording of a new song featur-ing Gribbo, titled Tiny Summer and it can be heard at www.inxs.com.”

Gribbin said: “Without doubt I was a fan of INXS. I remember Kick like it was yesterday. I remember seeing the guys on MTV and then on Jools Holland’s BBC show. INXS defi nitely played a huge part in my musical edu-cation as a songwriter and something l aspired to, so to be in the band now is pretty amazing.” Universal Music has released The Very Best of INXS on CD/DVD. www.getmusic.com.au

INXS perform at Bonnie Doon Ho-tel on 14 January, Kryal Castle in Bal-larat on 21 January and Morning Star Estate in Mt Eliza on 22 January. Tick-ets from 136 100.

***EMI Music has released Pink Floyd’s Immersion and Experience editions of Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here, fol-lowing the phenomenal success of the Immersion and Experience editions of The Dark Side of the Moon, which proved that pigs can fl y!

This second phase of EMI’s imagi-native Pink Floyd reissues and extend-ed releases also includes The Best of Pink Floyd: A Foot in the Door, with new artwork by Storm Thorgerson and the track listing personally chosen by David Gilmour, Roger Waters and Nick Mason.

Wish You Were Here, Pink Floyd’s ninth studio album, was recorded at Abbey Road Studios. When released in September 1975, it shot to the top of the charts in the United Kingdom, United States and Australia.

The mood of the album is one of absence, and includes one of the most majestic and poignant songs of all time, Shine On You Crazy Diamond, inspired by former band member Syd Barrett.

Released simultaneously, A Foot in the Door (EMI) is a collection of clas-sic Floyd tracks. It is the perfect album for devoted fans and those discovering Pink Floyd for the fi rst time. The col-lection spans the band’s entire career.

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***AZTEC Music has released for the fi rst time on CD the rare 1974 double LP Billy Thorpe Steaming at the Opera House, a deluxe two CD set featuring Cigarettes and Whisky, No More War, Time to Live, Be Bop A Lula and more. The Thorpe album Aztecs Live at Sun-bury is also on CD.

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One evening just before Christmas, a reindeer walked into a bar and ordered a martini. Without batting

an eye, the bartender mixed and poured the drink, set it in front of the reindeer, and ac-cepted the twenty-dollar note from the rein-deer’s hoof.

As he handed the reindeer some coins in change, he said, “You know, I think you’re the fi rst reindeer I’ve ever seen in here.”

The reindeer looked hard at the hoof-full of change and said, “Hmmmpf. Let me tell you something, buddy. At these prices, I’m the last reindeer you’ll see in here.”

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Summer MotoringTHE launch of the new Holden Cruze hatch marks the culmination of a pro-gram that saw Holden designers put to the test of designing a car for the global market.

After winning the right to lead the design of this important global vehi-cle, the team at Holden’s Design Stu-dio in Port Melbourne set about creat-ing a stylish sporty hatch that would appeal to customers around the world.

Holden Design Manager Martin Love said the team combined Euro-pean design sensibilities with an injec-tion of Holden DNA to produce a car that was both stylish and practical to offer broad appeal.

“To have been involved in the devel-opment of such an important vehicle that will be sold around the world is one of the highlights not only of my design career, but of the entire team that worked on this project,” Mr Love said.

“The customer base for the compact hatch market is probably the most di-verse imaginable, so we really had to be creative in our approach.”

That creative approach has resulted in a sweeping coupe-like roofl ine, short overhangs, a sculpted rear tail-gate topped with an integrated spoiler, rising belt line and a wide stance to give the Cruze hatch a dynamic, so-

phisticated and eye-catching aesthetic.The athletic SRi sedan and hatch

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Cruze hatch shares much of its in-terior styling with the sedan with a dual cockpit design boasting quality fi nishes, soft-touch components and an integrated centre stack.

With its smart packaging and thoughtful layout, the Cruze hatch of-

fers comfortable space for all the fam-ily.

Mr Love said Holden’s design team relished the opportunity to develop a car for the global market but found the biggest challenge was integrating the hatch body style to ensure it main-tained visual coherence with the Cruze sedan.

“There may be a perception that we simply redesigned the rear of an exist-ing car but in reality it’s a bigger chal-lenge than starting with a clean sheet of paper,” Mr Love said.

At the forefront of the design brief was the global nature of the car. Lead designer, Lee Mitchell and the team canvassed a number of options during the initial phase of the design, keeping in mind the various preferences from the numerous different markets the ve-hicle would be sold in.

“Different scenarios at each end of the spectrum were investigated from an almost wagon-type hatch through to a sporty coupe-like hatch including lots of proportional models and stud-ies looking at different rear end over-

hangs,” Mr Love said.“Australians and Europeans have

similar preferences for sporty vehicles in this class so we were keen to give the hatch a more youthful character than the sedan.

“When all the options were sketched, the sportier version that Lee designed won hands-down. Everyone said, ‘That’s the car we’ve got to do’.”

That car was unveiled to the world’s media and general public as it took centre stage as a concept at the prestig-ious Paris Motor Show in September 2010. The stunning show car was de-signed and built at the Holden Design Studio in Port Melbourne.

The Holden Design Studio is an im-portant part of General Motors’ global design network and is one of only three GM facilities with the capability to design and build concepts and show cars for international exhibitions and motor shows.

Mr Love said General Motors’ man-agement recognised the strength of the Holden studio following the success of its designs for cars including the VE Commodore, Monaro and Chev-rolet Camaro.

“Being such an important global vehicle for GM, it shows a lot of con-fi dence in Holden that we were given this job,” Mr Love said.

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AT one time we were content for new players just to turn up at training. I can remember one such recruit quite a few years ago and I think Barney Hodgins may have brought him down. He was a shy, well built, handsome(in a rugged sort of way)young lad who told us his name was Richard Everist and he would like to play for Hastings. What a recruit he turned out to be; one of the best footballers the club has ever seen. His dedication to his club has been tremendous, and this is what has made Hastings the club that it is.

On the fi eld Richard has a great record, representing the Peninsula on many occasions. His style of play soon attracted a lot of attention from other teams. He seemed to be indestructible, just leaving a trail of ruin behind him. There was only

one occasion where he did not have his own way in a bumping dual and that was when he took on big Norm Johnstone who was about three times too big to run into anyway. Honours that day were about even.

How is this for service to a club: best-and-fairest 1960,1964,and 1968. Captain-and-coach 1961,1962,1965,1966,1971,1972,and 1973. Richard also is a natural in the administrative side of the game, being a most energetic member of the football committee. Nothing has happened in this

club for years that he has not played a big part in, including being Secretary of the Social Club during those years when dealing with the Lands Department, Council, and Co-op Societies all fell on his shoulders. I really appreciate his hard work and sound advice over the years.

This year (1978) Richard has the job of coaching our junior boys. The strength and future of the club is in the hands of these lads and we wish him well.

Yes, that shy young recruit who ran onto our ground has certainly served the club well, so well indeed that he has surely earned himself the title “Mr. Football.” Thanks Richard.From Blue Power 1978 edition 9 (written by the late Norm Francis).

From shy recruit to club stalwartFrom shy recruit to club stalwart

By Greg BradshawHASTINGS First XI travelled to the Peninsula School in Mt Eliza to play the undefeated Peninsula Old Boys in a must-win game and claimed a big scalp.

Hastings was sent into bat, open-ing with Darren Kerr and Scott Phil-lips. Phillips was dismissed for 1 in the second over and Danny Heylbut joined Kerr to steady the innings be-fore Heyl but was out for 20 in the 17th over.

Trevor Johnston, 10, then added 30 runs with Kerr before losing his wick-et, 3/74 after 23. Luke Hewitt came to the crease, and he and Kerr got the scoreboard ticking over, adding 64 runs in only 11 overs before Kerr was dismissed for an excellent 72.

With wickets in hand in the fi nal overs, the runs fl owed with Hastings posting a very competitive 5/189. Hewitt made a quick 38 while Josh Trevitt hit 25no and Tim Birch made 13no at the end.

POB began its run chase poorly, losing both openers inside the fi rst 10 overs with Issy Dias and Birch keep-ing things tight, backed up by great fi elding. After 20 overs POB had limped to 5/57 and weren’t in the con-test, being bowled out for only 95 off 33 overs. Dias fi nished with 3/35 off

his 10 overs, Birch 1/19 off 10, Hewitt 1/23 and Phillips, bowling through the pain barrier, 4/14 off 7 overs.

It was great to claim a big scalp, which hopefully will lead to positive results before Christmas.

Hastings Seconds played POB at Hastings, with POB being sent into bat. By the end of the sixth over POB was 3/3. Jake Ryan was unplayable taking 1/12 from his 10 overs, while veteran Steve Thomson probed away with 2/13 off his 10. POB was 3/24 after 20 overs.

Wade Delahaye, bowling second change, took two wickets in his fi rst over, reducing POB to 5/27 but they hung in against some tight bowling to fi nish with 9/78 off 40 overs.

Delahaye fi nished with 3/25 off 10 and Dylan Ryan took 2/16. The bowl-ers were supported by some excel lent catching especially Aaron Vinson with three slips catches.

Hastings began its chase poorly, los-ing Vinson for a duck, then Andrew Brady was felled by a top edge to the face and had to retire hurt on 8.

Craig McNamara came in and bat-ted brilliantly, hitting a quickfi re 46no and with Jason Slocombe 19no they steered the team home off only 21 overs. This gives the team three wins from its three home games but now it

needs the winning attitude when play-ing away.

Hastings Thirds played Mt Martha at Hastings, winning the toss and batting fi rst. Pat Foy and Lee Attard combined for a valuable 84/run partnership in 22 overs with Attard making 23.

Wickets in hand gave the rest of the batsman a chance to attack with Foy making 90. Hastings reached 8/211 off its 40 overs. Chris Marsh made a quick 26, Andrew Finn 20 and Jayden Deas 12.

Mt Martha began its run chase steadily, cruising to 1/74 after 20 overs. Stephen Lewis had the wicket, 1/14 off 8. Marsh took a wicket in his fi rst over to reduce Mt Martha to 2/79, then a solid partnership took the score to 2/112 with 13 overs to play.

Kevin Watson was brought into the attack with immediate effect and de-molished Mt Martha, taking 5/14 off 7 overs as they limped to 9/141 off 40 overs. Marsh took 1/10, Nathan Goo-dacre 1/8 and Kayne Lewis 1/16. The win puts the team second behind Red Hill with two games before Christ mas.

Hastings Fourths played Boneo last weekend. Hastings scored 8/251 off 40 overs with Peter Mawson making a fi ne 51 ret, Greg Bradshaw 46, Tra-vis Hewitt 39no, Jayden Deas 28 and

Kayne Lewis 18no.Boneo could only manage 9/87 off

40 overs. Lewis bowled a great spell taking 4/3 off 5 overs, Hewitt 1/2, Shaun Manby 1/9 and Dan Lehmann 1/10.

On the weekend, Hastings Fourths travelled to Rosebud, which batted fi rst. On a lush outfi eld Rosebud strug-gled to score against some tight bowl-ing being 5/52 after 20 overs. The next four overs saw 56 runs added with some power hitting, 7/108 then all out for 112 off only 27 overs.

Hewitt took 3/16, Manby 1/10, Da-vid Stark 1/11, Jason Manby 2/9, Si-mon Clancy 1/0 and Chris Lehmann 1/28. The fi elding and catching was a highlight.

Hastings began with a rush with both Greg Bradshaw and Kyle Brad-shaw each hitting a quick 50. Hastings fi nished with 2/128 off only 17 overs for another good win in an enjoyable game of cricket.

Juniors: Hastings U15s played Mt Eliza at Hastings on a very wet ground. They batted extremely well with both Deas 40 and Lewis 51 ret having an impact on the scoreboard. Andrew Jeffs 13 and Ryan McNamara 17no also contributed to the very good 8/169.

Mt Eliza batted the following week on a dry outfi eld with three of their batsman scoring very well in the total of 8/190. Lewis was the pick of the bowlers taking 2/19 off 8 overs, with Jeffs taking 2/19 and McNamara 2/12. This was the team’s fi rst loss of the season.

Hastings U13s played Mornington in a 20-over game. Hastings batted fi rst, scoring 5/90 with Lachlan Barton making 21ret, Billy Jeremiah 18no, Sean Hewitt 14 and Shelby Lothian-Burdett 12. Mornington batted well, scoring the necessary runs with two overs to go, 4/97 off 20 overs. Zak Millane took 1/6 and Corbin Overton 1/18.

Hastings U11s played Mornington, which batted fi rst and scored 2/148 off 32 overs. Bowling fi gures looked good with Tom Finn taking 3/2, Har-rison Jansz 3/2, Cooper Dehaas 3/2, Ben Paarlberg 3/5, Matt Dodd 2/9, Bayde Wilson 1/7 and Lachlan Rob-ertson 1/6.

Hastings then compiled a handy 3/150 with Pat Wilson making 21ret, Bayde Wilson 16ret, Marley Farrugia 13ret and Finn 11ret.

With only one round to play before Christmas all junior teams are looking in good shape to compete in the fi nals.

Hastings Firsts claim a big scalp at Mt ElizaHastings Firsts claim a big scalp at Mt Eliza

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Last innings: Ian Aitken with his wife Juanita at their Rose-bud West home earlier this year

By Mike HastTHE plan to install a life-sized bronze statue of champion Australian boxer John Famechon in Frankston has been revived.

Councillors on Monday night agreed to restart discussions with business-man Rob McCarthy and Sydney sculp-tor Ste phen Glassborow, who offered the $150,000 statue free of charge ear-lier this year.

The sticking point was a report from council offi cers stating it would cost $45,000 to erect “Fammo” at the pre-ferred site in Ballam Park.

The cost was based on what Baw Baw Shire paid to erect the Stephen Glassborow statue of Lionel Rose in his home town of Warragul, which in-cluded a granite base (or plinth) and extensive landscaping.

On Monday, councillors agreed to

spend no more than $10,000 to install the statue.

Other Glassborow statues include one of legendary cyclist Sir Hubert Opperman in Rochester, Victoria, and champion footballer John Coleman in Hastings. He is now working on a statue of Aus tralian motorsport legend Peter Brock.

The Famechon statue will be paid for by the sale of 15 maquettes, or statu-ettes, of the original for $12,000 each.

Mr McCarthy, who says he has de-veloped and managed programs for unemployed and disadvantaged peo-ple, told The Times two maquettes had already been sold to Gary Simonds of Simonds Homes and Bryan Hetrelez-is of the Red Wine Shop.

A third had been ordered by the Aus-tralian National Boxing Hall of Fame.

“The statue is a gift to the commu-nity, courtesy of the 15 people and

orga nisations who buy a maquette,” he said.

“They will be honoured by having their names on a plaque, as we did with the Lionel Rose and John Cole-man projects.”

Ballam Park is the council’s pre-ferred site, where sporting grounds are used for little athletics, cross-country running, football, soccer, cricket, scouts, youth and children.

Mr McCarthy said Frankston Dol-phins’ general manager Bryan Mace had shown interest in having “Fammo” at Frankston Park, perhaps as part of the club’s proposed $3 million club-house and function centre, due to be completed in March 2013.

The report to the council earlier in the year stated that when John Fa-mechon was asked where he wanted the statue placed, he said in Frankston, where he grew up after arriving from

France as a young boy.Fammo achieved worldwide fame

after his epic title fi ghts with Fighting Harada of Japan.

Born in France in 1945, Famechon has always called Frankston home. He was actively involved with the com-munity, including helping police run the Frankston Blue Light Boxing Club for young people.

He became WBC Featherweight World Champion in 1969 after defeat-ing Cuban Jose Legra on points at the Albert Hall in London.

He twice defended his crown against Fighting Harada.

With a career record of 56 wins (20 by KO), six draws and fi ve losses, Fa-mechon was inducted into the World Boxing Hall of Fame in Los Ange-les in 1997. He was inducted into the Frankston Hall of Fame in 2008.

Fammo was badly injured when hit

by a car while jogging in Sydney in 1991 and sustained horrifi c injuries.

In 1993 he started a radical and de-manding rehabilitation program to im-prove his acquired brain injury.

After three months he took his fi rst steps. He now walks with the help of a walking stick and his speech and mem-ory have improved.

At his Frankston home, Fammo works out for several hours every day to keep his body going. He also trains with former boxer now exercise coach Ron Smith in Mt Eliza, and swims two or three times a week.

In June 1997 Fammo walked down the aisle at his wedding to long-time girlfriend Glenys, fulfi lling a promise he made to her four years earlier that he would marry her but not until he could walk unassisted.

‘Fammo’ statue idea rises again‘Fammo’ statue idea rises again

Still punching: John Famechon, left, works out with Ron Smith at the Centre for Lifelong Health and Fitness in Mt Eliza earlier this year. Ron and his wife Sharyn Smith offer fi tness and relaxation classes at the centre where Fammo works out weekly.

Young champ: Ste phen Glassborow’s clay model of the John Famechon maquette, step one of the process. A mould is made from this, cast in wax and then in bronze.

FORMER southern peninsula primary school teacher and long-time cricketer Ian Roy Aitken has died at age 70 after a battle with motor neurone disease.

Ian played cricket for more than 50 years, and could count among his fast bowling scalps the Eng-lish Test captain Ray Illingworth and team keeper John Murray during a Victorian Country game against the English in 1963.

After moving with his family from Kyneton to Rosebud West in 1977, Ian taught at Rye Pri-mary School in 1978 and moved to Eastbourne primary in the late 1980s before retiring in 1996.

Ian died on Friday 18 Novem-ber and was given a stirring send-off at Red Hill a week later with more than 325 mourners follow-ing a piper on to the ground and later celebrating his life over a typical cricket afternoon tea.

Earlier this year, Ian bared all when he allowed The News to write about his condition to in-crease public awareness of MND as well as raise funds for re search.

This was soon after his wife, Juanita Aitken, had won Morning-ton Peninsula Shire’s 2010 citizen of the year for her tireless work in the community.

MND fi rst manifest when he started having eyes problems. Amazingly, it did not stop him playing cricket, even though he had “tunnel vision” courtesy of what turned out to be advancing glaucoma; his captain put him in the slips where the ball comes straight toward you.

He was still making runs, as he had been for more than 50 years since starting out as a teenager in Bendigo.

In the end it was his legs rather than poor vision that made him

pull up stumps. “I turned 60 and was too slow to run the singles; batting with young blokes in C grade, well, I’d always be looking for fours and you really need to be turning the strike over with those quick singles,” he said in Febru-ary.

He bade farewell to Red Hill Cricket Club where he’d had an illustrious career, playing and coaching since 1980, and before that with Rye CC.

A visit to the doctor confi rmed Ian had advancing glaucoma, damage to the optic nerve.

After fi ve frustrating years of doc tors, tests, eye checks and more doc tors, Ian was fi nally di-agnosed with motor neurone dis-ease in early 2010.

It’s a cruel disease. Motor neu-rones are nerve cells that control the muscles of the torso, arms and legs as well as muscles that enable

us to speak, swallow and breathe. With no nerves to activate them, muscles gradually weaken and waste, and paralysis ensues.

The causes of MND are un-known. About 5-10 per cent of cases are familial. The disease is not contagious.

One of Ian’s requests earlier this year was for people to support MND research, and mourners at Red Hill gave generously, Juanita said.

Ian is survived by Juanita, his child ren Stephen and Vikki and their spouses, grandchildren Lily and Angus, and his sister Glenys.

For more information about motor neurone disease, contact MND Vic toria, PO Box 23, Can-terbury 3126, free call 1800 777 175 or 9830 2122. Email: [email protected] and on the internet: www.mnd.asn.au

Mike Hast

Bush cricketer who bowled IllingworthBush cricketer who bowled Illingworth

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Siciliana ___________________________

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, bacon egg melted cheese on top

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, pineapple, melted cheese on top

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7.Vegetarian ________________________Tom

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Tomato paste, cheese, chicken, pineapple, m

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ushrooms, pineapple, prawns, m

elted cheese on top15.M

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, mushroom

s, pineapple, prawns, melted cheese on top

17.Marinara __________________________

Tomato paste, cheese, clam

s, prawns, olives, anchovies, melted cheese on top, sprinkled with garlic

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elted cheese, topped with satay sauce19.Suprem

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ato paste, cheese, ham, m

ushrooms, capsicum

, prawns, olives, onion, bacon, melted cheese on top

22.Tropical ___________________________Tom

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vocado Feast _____________________Tom

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, sliced tomato, avocado, m

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i, capsicum, pineapple, prawns, onions, bacon, crushed chilli

28.Old Fashion Pepperoni _____________

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, chicken, hot or mild salam

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Freshly sliced avocado sitting on a bed of crispy salad mix topped with cherry tom

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WE THE KINGSWe three kings of Orient are

Bearing gifts we traverse afar, Field and fountain, moor and mountain

Following younder star

O - star of wonder, star of nightStar with royal beauty bright

Westward leading, still proceeding,Guide us to thy perfect light.

Born a kind on Bethlehem’s plainGold I bring to crown Him again,

King forever, ceasing neverOver us all to reign.

O - star of wonder etc.

Frankincense to offer have I, Incense owns a Deity nigh,

Prayer and praising, all men raisingWorship Him, God most high.


Myrrh is mine, its bitter perfumeBreathes a life of gathering gloom,

Sorrowing, sighing, bleeding, dying,Sealed in the stone-cold tomb


Glorious now behold him arise,King and God sacrifise,

Alleluia, alleluiaEarth to heaven replies


55 High Street, HastingsPh 5979 1071

Tuesday Steak Night $15

Choice of Steak with either chips & salad

or with fresh vegetables with mushroom or

pepper sauce, gravy or garlic butter

Thursday Parmi Night $15

parmi’s served with fresh vegetables or sald & chips

PLUS a FREE dessert

Choice of Stea

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pepper sauce, gravy or garlic butter

Thursday Parmi Nightt bles or sald & chips

Wednesday Roast Night $15

Choice of roasts with fresh vegetables & gravy with

FREE soup or cheesecake

parmi’s served with fresh vegeta

PLUS a FREE dessert

Friday Seafood Night $15

to seafood baskets

PLUS a FREE dessert

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All specials available from 5pm.Full menu available every night.

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Largest range on the Peninsula for Plastic Collectables and Models

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JOY TO THE WORLD

Joy to the world! The Lord is come;Let Earth receive her King.

Let ever heart prepare Him room;And heaven and nature sing,And heaven and nature sing,

And heaven, and heaven and nature sing.

Joy to the world! The Saviour reigns,Let men their songs employ,

While fields and floods, rocks, hills and plainsRepeat the sounding joy, Repeat the sounding joy,

Repeat, repeat the sounding joy.

He rules the world with truth and grace,And makes the nations prove

The glories of his righteousnessAnd wonders of His love,And wonders of His love,

And wonders, wonders of His love.


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Oyster Bay 700ml2 FOR

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Jonnie Walker Black Label

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GIFTGIFTGUIDE GUIDE 20112011 What’s on over summer

DECEMBER

Let’s WalkCome and join in the fun of a free and social walking group Thurs-day mornings at Centro Morning-ton. • A group run by trained leaders• Safe indoor walking environment• Walk at own pace• Exercise stations included• Suitable for older people.Date: From 8 December. Each Thursday 7.45-8.45am. Contact: Fran Hutcheson, 5976 1299Joy to the World Christmas ConcertMornington Peninsula Choral and Mornington Bach Orchestra has an evening of uplifting music, old and new, to celebrating the Christ-mas season.Date: 8 December, 7.30-10pmLocation: Peninsula Community TheatreContact: Dorothy Aspin, 9789 3686 [email protected] Village Mt Eliza Christmas FairThe Village Mt Eliza will celebrate Christmas in style with its popular annual Christmas Fair with fun, food and entertainment for the whole family, fabulous shopping and Santa.Date: 10 December, 2-7pmLocation: Mt Eliza VillageContact: Kate Smith, 0487 649 204 Carols on the Hill 2011A family focused Christmas celebration. Donkeys, lambs and

alpacas help children create a nativity pageant. Bring chairs and rugs and a picnic. Sausage sizzle and coffee available. Join in sing-ing traditional carols with a local group.Date: 10 December, 5-7.30pmLocation: Red Hill Recreation ReserveContact: Tim Kendall, 0418 107 654 Christmas ExtravaganzaFeaturing some of Melbourne’s fi nest musicians and comedians. Price includes antipasto platters, sweet platters and tea or coffee and the chance to win prizes. Date: 10 December, 7-11pm. Doors open at 6.45. Show starts at 8.Location: Peninsula Community Theatre, 91 Wilsons Rd, Morn-ingtonContact: Drawcard Entertainment, 5976 1224 [email protected] Community CarolsChristmas carol service with band and children from Balnarring Primary School.Date: 11 December, 6.30-8pmLocation: Balnarring Primary School, Civic Court.Contact: Fred Smith, 5931 3320 Carols in the ParkCommunity Carols in the Park. Free battery-powered candles, neon bracelets. Join local groups.Date: 11 December, 7.30-9.30pmLocation: Western Port Christian Family, 99 The Crescent, TyabbContact: Rod Whitford, 5977 4133

offi [email protected] www.wpcf.com.auHastings Community Car-ols By CandlelightFamily Christmas celebrations with local schools, performers and Western Port Regional Band. Free sausage sizzle, animal farm, all-age activities, Christmas craft and games. Kids (and adults) are invited to dress up and help tell the Christmas story. Carol singing starts at 7.45pmDate: 16 December, 6-9.30pmLocation: Hastings Foreshore, Marine PdeContact: Nikki Driscoll, 5979 [email protected] on the ParkCommunity Carols featuring child care services, schools and artists. Food, drinks, candles and novel-ties, raffl es and a visit from Santa. Fireworks will end the evening.Date: 16 December, 6-10.30pmLocation: Rye ForeshoreContact: Elain Bakker, 0427 058 259Carols at FlindersAnnual ecumenical carols organ-ised by local churches for the community with an emphasis on families and childrenDate: 19 December, 5-9pmLocation: Civic Hall, Cook St, FlindersContact: Jan Connell, 0421 323 481fl [email protected] Carols in Dro-manaCarol singing for the people of Dromana and surrounding areas

together with holidaymakers. Barbecue available, tea and cof-fee. Proceeds go to the Salvation Army.Date: 24 December, 7.30-9pmLocation: Dromana Old Shire Of-fi ces, Pt Nepean RdContact: Ray Barnard-Brown, 5981 [email protected] Leo Swim Classic DayAnnual event in four parts:4km run to Point Leo-Shoreham on beach300m Novice and Nipper Swim400m John Marshall Surf Race (swim)1200m Swim ClassicDate: 26 December, 10am-3pmLocation: Point Leo, Main BeachContact: Andrew Gibson, 0407 332 [email protected] www.pointleoslsc.com.au

JANUARYNew Year’s Day Picnic in the ParkPicnic and car display for hot rod-ders and other car enthusiastsDate: 1 January, 9am-4pm. Location: Mornington Park, Snap-per Point Rd, MorningtonContact: Shane Goodall, 9893 5484 [email protected] SUFM – McCraeA free family holiday program in the foreshore camping ground at McCrae. Games, songs, dra-mas, small groups, bible stories, sandcastle competitions and trivia comp.

Date: 2-12 January, 10am-7pm. Location: McCrae Foreshore, Section 5-6 of camping ground.Contact: Brendan Petty, 0416 314 [email protected] www.psufm.org/mccraePortsea Pro AmA much-awarded event and favourite on the pro calender embraces Portsea Golf Club, its members, sponsors, professional golfers and guests. It is an iconic tradition of the golf club and com-munity.Date: 2 JanuaryLocation: Portsea Golf ClubContact: Peter Heppell, 5984 3521www.portseagolf.com.auRotary Club of Sorreno 28th Annual Art ShowFeaturing more than 850 original paintings from all over Australia. Judge: Lyn MelladyFeature artists: Ron Farnhill, Jo-Anne Seberry, Hans van Vlop.$5 entrance. Money raised is returned for local community projectsDate: 7-14 January, 10am-4pm. Preview 6 December, 6-8pm $20 includes champagne and nibblesLocation: Sorrento Community Centre, David McFarlan Reserve, SorrentoContact: George Segan, 5984 [email protected] Nutri-Grain Ironman Series Features 20 of the world’s elite surf athletes. Format will include


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GIFTGIFTGUIDE GUIDE 20112011What’s on over summer

the traditional disciplines such as surf ski, board paddle, ocean swim and beach sprints. Series consists of six rounds over 2011-12 summer at some of Australia’s most iconic beaches.Date: 8 January, 5.30am-8pm. Location: Portsea Ocean BeachContact: Gary Craft, 0418 532 [email protected] www.surfi ronmanseries.comRed Hill Country Music FestivalThe festival starts at 9am with a youth talent showcase followed at 10am by top peninsula and interstate artists presenting a wide range of country music includ-ing country rock, bluegrass and honky tonk. Includes hot rod show and shine, and ute muster.Date: 8 January, 9am-6.30pmLocation: Red Hill Recreation Reserve, Arthurs Seat RdContact: Barbara Kuhl, 0402 260 048Portsea PoloAustralia’s highest-profi le event combines polo and food, wine, sun, the outdoors and picturesque Portsea.Date: 14 January, 10.30am-6pmLocation: Point Nepean Quaran-tine Station, PortseaContact: Alan Hunt, 9585 [email protected] Great Australian RallyThe largest classic motoring event in Victoria. More than 700 vehi-cles starting from Melbourne Stud

Park and Hastings, and fi nishing at Mornington Racecourse for display to the public.Date: 15 January, 8.30am-4.30pmLocation: Mornington Race-course, Racecourse RdContact: Colin Brown, 0408 343 176colin.brown@hotkey.net.auwww.greataustralianrally.com.auSorrento Bay Swim 2012Open water swim in Port Phillip. The main event is a 1.8km tide-assisted swim plus a 600m swim for juniors and novices. Main fundraiser for Sorrento Surf Life Saving Club.Date: 15 January, 8.30am-noonLocation: Sorrento ForeshoreContact: Brett Irvine, 0427 591 951Portsea Swim Classic 2012Major annual fund raiser for Portsea Surf Lifesaving Club, now in its 26th year. The swim starts adjacent to “The Cutting” on Portsea front beach (west of pier) and fi nishes adjacent to Jarman Oval at the Point Nepean National Park. The course is 1.5km long and fi nishes on the stairway struc-ture that leads from the beach.Date: 21 January, 9.30am-4.30pmLocation: Point Nepean National Park’s Jarman OvalContact: David Walton, 0432 644 [email protected] www.portseasurf.com.auDromana Australia Day CelebrationsFamily morning starting at 8am with a free community breakfast

until 10am, lots of children’s activi-ties – face painting, rides, animal farm, cupcake decorating and jumping castle. At 10.30am there will be an address by the Australia Day Ambassador with a fl ag-raising ceremony, live music with local bands and singers.Date: 26 January, 8am-1.30pmLocation: Dromana ForeshoreContact: Colin Blythe, 5987 [email protected] Day at Rosebud10km Fun Run Safety Beach to Rosebud.6km Fun Run Dromana pier to Rosebud.Free community breakfast 9-10am followed by fl ag-raising and presentation to fun run winners. Family activities and entertainment including “Search for a Star” 8.30am-1.30pmDate: 26 January, 9am-1.30pmLocation: Village Green, Pt Nepean Rd, RosebudContact: Esther Revens, 5986 [email protected] Day at Sorrento Portsea RSLGuest speakers and fl ag-raising from 11am. National Anthem singer. Free barbecue and bands all dayDate: 26 January, 11am-6pmLocation: Sorrento-Portsea RSLContact: Jenny Prentice, 5984 2886Australia Day at Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat ClubFlag-raising ceremony including speeches, singing of National An-

them, canon and musket salute. A classic fl eet of couta boatswill sail from Portsea to Rye in the afternoon.Date: 26 January, 11.30am-1pmLocation: Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat ClubContact: Phillip Hall, 5984 8200Australia Day Citizenship CeremonyCitizenship ceremony and an-nouncement of Mornington Pe-ninsula 2012 citizen of the year, young citizen of the year and event of the year.Date: 26 January, 2.30-4pmLocation: Rosebud Memorial Hall, 994 Pt Nepean Rd, RosebudContact: Linda Yorke, 0411 068 [email protected] BBQ Music FestivalHot BBQ returns to Point Nepean.Date: 28 January, noon-10pmLocation: Jarman Oval, Point Nepean National ParkContact: Ben O’Callaghan, 9686 [email protected]

FEBRUARY

Dromana Bay Pier SwimDromana Bay Life Saving Club’s 10th annual pier swim. There are two courses, a 600m swim around Dromana Pier and a 1.2km swim with age groups from 14-17 years to 60+.Date: 4 February, 8am-1pmLocation: Dromana foreshore pier precinct

Contact: Peter Doyle, 0425 789 688Western Port FestivalThree-day family-friendly festival on Hastings foreshore featuring street parade, fi reworks, rides, art show, bands, watersports and free activities.Date: Friday 24 February, 5-11pmSaturday 25 February, 10am-11pmSunday 26 February, 8am-5pmLocation: Hastings ForeshoreContact: Tammie Johnstone, 0410 409 623www.westernportfestival.org.auBetween The Bays Music FestivalFamily music mestival.Date: 25 FebruaryLocation: Penbank School, Morn-ington-Tyabb Rd, MoorooducContact: 5978 [email protected] Club Charity Golf DayFun golf day with all proceeds going to charity. Comprises 18 holes in the afternoon and a bar-becue dinner in the evening. All welcome of any golfi ng standard and the competition is designed to challenge low handicappers and also to give beginners a great afternoonDate: 29 February, 1-10pmLocation: Flinders Golf ClubContact: Peter Cole, 0410 071 [email protected]


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All prices include GST and are valid until 31/12/11 or while stocks last.

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TBEK35636

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FEATURES – Rust resistant steel

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– Adjustable seat

– Controlled steering for stability

– Rear step

$99.95

Steel Tricycle 2+

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RADIO CONTROL

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– Reinforced front suspension

– Adjustable seat

– Pedal crank with eccentric bearing

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Classic Tractor w/Trailer & Loader

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SAVE$30

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FEATURES – 2-speed forward gear reaches up

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– Two rear driving wheels with independent motors for high performance

– SmartPedalTM technology reduces jerky starts and stops

– Real working dump bed with tailgate

– Adjustable windshield

– Can be used on hard, smooth surfaces or on grass and dirt

– Adult activated high speed lockout

– Includes 12V rechargeable battery and charger

$999.95

12V HPX Gator 3 – 8

130 x 74 x 90 cm

TBEK35671

while stocks last

SAVE$200

b

TBEK37615

2+

58.5 cm

CP023110

S$

TBEK35991

$159.95 RRP $199.95

TBEK34637

Steel Stake Wagon

NEW

2+

94 x 46 x 55cm

SAVE $40

SAVE$40

TBEK34637

FEATURES – Realistic wheels with noiseless tyres

– Reinforced front suspension

– Adjustable seat

– Pedal crank with eccentric bearing

– Opening bonnet

FEATURES – Rust resistant steel

– Chrome handle bars

– Adjustable seat

– Controlled steering for stability

– Rear step

FEATURES – Ultra tough all-terrain tyres & super fast off-road speed

– Ready to run with a 9.6V rechargeable battery & charger included

– Full function radio control action with forward, reverse & 360º turn

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December 6th 2011