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End of an era: The first pieces of the Arthurs Seat chairlift are removed by crane. Picture: Wayne Hawkins

LAST week was the end of an era for theArthurs Seat chairlift, with cranes removingthe first pieces of the iconic structure.

While reluctant to reveal his final plans forthe chairlift, owner Richard Hudson said hewas negotiating with authorities in South Aus-tralia to set the chairlift up again as a tourismattraction — ‘‘we are looking at a number ofdifferent sites’’.

While it was a sad moment for Mr Hudsonto see the chairlift removed from its perch atthe summit of Arthurs Seat, he was excitedabout the new venture.

‘‘We are looking at places that boast a steadystream of tourists year-round so it may workout to be an even better success,’’ he said.

Mr Hudson plans to set the chairlift up him-self and has an offsider who has agreed to helprun it.

‘‘It will be shipped interstate where it willremain in a workshop until we gain all thenecessary approvals.’’

The chairlift had a checkered history at itscurrent site, including a pylon collapse andpartial derailment before it was shut down in2006.

‘‘We are taking virtually a brand new chair-lift off the site,’’ Mr Hudson said of the lift,which has had all eight pylons replaced since apylon collapsed in 2003.

The removal paves the way for the newchairlift, to be constructed by Arthurs SeatConsortium.

Demolition of the historic Arthurs Seatlookout tower in September last year, due toconcrete cancer, provided a clean slate for thenew development.

Consortium chairman Simon McKeon saidrevised plans being worked on were a dramaticimprovement on the ones originally submitted.

‘‘With the removal of the old chairlift anddemolition of the tower, we have a much betterland envelope to work with.’’

Mr McKeon anticipated planning wouldcontinue for another 12 months before anyconstruction began. ‘‘It has been a long process

but there are a lot of approvals that need to besigned off.’’

The new chairlift will be based on a glassed-in, gondola model that will be built overseas.

‘‘The gondolas cost a lot more money thanwhat was first anticipated but it will be worthit,’’ Mr McKeon said.

‘‘It really will become a tourism offering ofnational significance.’’

While it was too early to set a date on whenthe chairlift would be up and running, it wasexpected to be at least another two years.

‘‘We are not under any pressure to get itdone quickly, we would rather create some-thing really special,’’ Mr McKeon said.

The consortium has a 50-year lease of thesite.

Mr Hudson said he could not compete withthe consortium’s $14 million plan.

‘‘This chairlift is only worth $2 million,’’ he

said. ‘‘I don’t know how they will ever beable to recover their costs. I’m sure theyhave a competent team of people but as anengineer with 30 years’ experience, wecouldn’t have offered the things they are plan-ning to do.’’

The Arthurs Seat chairlift was a tourist iconon the Mornington Peninsula and is stillfeatured on some postcards and the DromanaPrimary School’s logo.

Even as contractors began removing thechairlift, tourists were asking when it wasgoing to be reopened.

The gearbox and surrounding frame werethe first to be removed last week.

In a fortnight, the road up to Arthurs Seatwill be closed to traffic while the main cablesare taken off the machinery.

The pylons will be removed and all buildingson the site demolished.


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Thanks for handing in his petThank you to the person who took a blacklabrador-cross puppy wearing a blue collar to theMornington pound on Sunday, January 12. He is amuch loved pet, and was visiting from Korum-burra. His nine-year-old owner is very grateful.

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Re: Pristine vision for swampMeanwhile, at the other end of the swamp, activiststrying to prevent illegal housing development of theswamp are facing Supreme Court of Victoria actionbrought on by Mornington Peninsula Shire Coun-cil. Hopefully, the developers will take note of thiswork that is so well supported by Flindersfederal MP Greg Hunt.

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Re: Shire to appeal swamp rulingMornington Peninsula Shire Council’s attack onratepayer Cameron Brown is absolutely gobsmacking — all he was doing is what the shire, asthe responsible authority, is required to do underthe law. Rather than admitting its mistake andsetting about rectifying it, the shire has chosen toshoot the messenger as well as trying to

eviscerate him at ratepayers’ expense.Ken Dyer (via web)

Re: Eyesore takes shapeWhen a suburban-style pergola recently appearedon the edge of the community forest at The Briars, Iwrote to all councillors and Briars manager SteveYorke to ask why. As David Ball’s letter (Weekly,13/3/13) attests, the structure is neither wanted orneeded and is a blight on the rural landscape. MrYorke explained the pergola did not require a plan-ning permit and was signed off by ex-councillorReade Smith. The Rotary Club of Morningtoninstalled the pergola to honour the success of thelease-free usage of the forest and also to provideshelter and a meeting point for Balcombe GrammarSchool students who, sometime in the future, willbe pulling out all non-indigenous plants in theforest and replacing them with indigenous ones.

This inappropriate pergola sits adjacent tobushland for the use of a private school that isliterally across the road —all with no communityconsultation. It is painted pale yellow and lookslike it belongs in somebody’s backyard. The shirehas succeeded in dumbing down the natural bushthat attracts people there in the first place. Pull it

down and relocate it. Stop messing with the bush.Ann Scally, Mt Martha

As a Rotarian, I was disappointed to read DavidBall’s concern over the small gazebo constructed bythe Rotary Club of Mornington near the entranceto The Briars’ forest, an area was planted withmore than 3500 trees by Rotary and the com-munity from 1985-93.

The gazebo, in heritage colours, will serve as aresting place following a walk, a shelter from sun orrain or a place to wait for walking partners toarrive. The gazebo was planned with the guidanceand support of the Briars rangers and MorningtonPeninsula Council who have also supported thethree other gazebos built by Mornington Rotaryfor our community.

Our Rotary club is a responsible environmentalcitizen and has done much to develop and promotethe public use of The Briars and its forest area. Inrecent weeks, the views expressed to our volunteerpainters by the many walkers in the forest havebeen most positive in regard to this facility. Weremain confident that this small shelter, sensitivelyplaced, will be a valued addition to this forest area.

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Old quarry may beused for landfill

Critical need: Vince Latham and Peninsula Waste Development’s development officer David Maltby at theArthurs Seat quarry site. Picture: Daryl Gordon

BY SAMANTHA ROBIN

THE old Pioneer Quarry at Arthurs Seat hasbeen earmarked as a much-needed landfill siteand could be operating within two years.

Peninsula Waste Management is lodging planswith the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council togain approval to use the site for municipal wastedumping.

If the application succeeds, the site wouldreplace the Rye landfill, which is nearingcapacity. The new landfill would predominantlyservice the Mornington Peninsula, and possiblyFrankston and Casey. It would not act as a trans-fer station for individual rubbish dumping.

The council’s regional waste management planalready recognises the former quarry as a pre-ferred landfill location. Set just off BoundaryRoad, the site is four kilometres from the mainprecinct of Arthurs Seat.

RE Ross Trust has owned the land since 1998and always envisioned it as an eventuallandfill site. Peninsula Waste Management wasset up by the trust, which was established in

1970 in honour of the late Roy Everard Ross.The company has already conducted a small

meeting last month with some of the nearby res-idents, some of whom have expressed concernabout the land being used for waste.

A host of works would be required to get thesite to the operational stage, including draining asignificant amount of water.

Peninsula Waste Management chief executiveofficer Vince Latham told the Weekly he wasconfident the planing application would meet allEPA and council requirements.

‘‘There is a critical need for another municipalwaste site on the Mornington Peninsula. This isthe only site on the eastern side of Melbournethat would meet all of the EPA requirements.’’

A community reference group has been set upto field queries from nearby residents.

Seawinds Ward councillor Graham Pittocksaid some nearby residents had expressed con-cerns over the prospect of a landfill.

‘‘In my opinion, it will impact on Dromanamore than any other town. If it does go ahead, itwould be good to see the company invest some

money back into the local community and infra-structure in the town.’’

Cr Pittock said it was crucial for the council tofind another municipal waste site. ‘‘If we don’tfind another site soon, we will be trucking it tothe other side of Melbourne, which residents willbe slugged with in their rates.’’

All profits from the landfill site would be dis-

tributed to charities and organisations on theMornington Peninsula and throughout Victoriaunder the direction of the RE Ross Trust, whichhas contributed more than $80 million to localand Victorian charities.

For more information on the former quarrysite or to obtain the latest reports on the landfillapplication, go to peninsulawaste.com.au.


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Hospital awaitsnews on fundingBY SAMANTHA ROBIN

PENINSULA Health has not yet received anyformal notification of federal governmentchanges to hospital funding in Victoriaannounced last week and 10 Frankston Hos-pital short-stay beds will remain closed untilafter Easter as planned.

The federal government announced thata planned $107 million funding cut toVictorian hospitals had been reversed, afterinitially saying the cut reflected Victoria’spopulation not having grown as much asexpected.

On Thursday, federal Health MinisterTanya Plibersek announced what the Gillardgovernment is calling a ‘‘rescue package’’ forVictorian hospitals. The cash injection willbe paid directly to local hospital networks,which will distribute the money to hospitalsand will be taken from other Commonwealthfunding allocations to the state government.

‘‘The rescue package will not pass throughthe hands of the Baillieu government which

has proven itself to be a cruel and incompet-ent manager of the Victorian health system,’’Ms Plibersek said.

Premier Ted Baillieu said the fundingmeasures were a stopgap and still left $368million in cuts over three years.

‘‘Victorians have never believed or accep-ted the Commonwealth government’s pur-ported reasons for these cuts,’’ he said.

‘‘There was never any justifiable reason forthe imposition of these cuts. The funding forthe full period of the agreement should bereinstated.’’

Peninsula Health spokesman John Jukessaid last Friday he had not yet received anyformal notification on the funding changesand 10 Frankston Hospital short-stay bedswould remain closed until after Easter asplanned. There was also no guarantee onwhat would happen after the next budget.

‘‘The minister has said it is a one-off refundso we are not sure where that leaves us.

‘‘We don’t know if that means they willexpect savings in the next budget.’’

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Aged-care centre ‘may close’BY LEE OPITZ

Cloudy future: Mt Martha Valley Lodge.

THE Mt Martha Valley Lodge aged-carecentre may be closed after administrators wereappointed last week, a resident’s family says.

John Morris, whose mother-in-law has beena resident for 12 months, said families and res-idents who attended a meeting at the SafetyBeach centre last Monday week were told bymanager Brendan Wood and a Department ofHealth and Ageing representative that the cen-tre’s two directors had resigned and that MrWood had stepped up to the role.

They were told the centre had been placedin the hands of administrators. The worst-casescenario would be to close and the best, to finda new owner.

‘‘We were advised to ‘wait and see’ whatoptions are available after administrators havegone through the books,’’ Mr Morris, ofTyabb, said. ‘‘Like most people there, we don’thave much choice until they sort out the bondissue. We have been informed that it takesabout 14 days after the company winds upbefore we get our bonds back, but we have noproof that our bonds are guaranteed.’’

A department spokeswoman confirmed anadministrator has been appointed over

Nepean Hospitals Pty Ltd which operates thetwo services, Mount Martha Valley LodgeHostel at Safety Beach and Alexandra Houseat Bendigo. The Mt Martha centre is part ofthe Cambridge Aged Care Group. She said theadministrator, Grant Thornton, was respons-ible for ensuring the future of the companyand high-quality care for the residents.

‘‘In the event that the administrator deter-mines that the services have to close, they willbe responsible for the relocation of residents.’’

Mr Morris said the family would prefer thathis mother-in-law, who is in low-care accom-modation, remained at the home where shehad made friends and was happy. He praised

Mr Wood for stepping up as director, but criti-cised the department representative for givinglittle information or assurance about the resid-ents’ future.

On February 20, the Weekly reported thatCambridge was under investigation by theDepartment of Health and Ageing and theAustralian Federal Police. A departmentspokeswoman said the investigation related to‘‘serious concerns about the conduct and qual-ity of care’’ at its centres and that the AgedCare Standards and Accreditation Agency hadmonitored Cambridge’s services for a year.

Following investigations in January, theSafety Beach home was accredited for another12 months, but prohibited from chargingaccommodation bonds until June 11 this year.

Mr Wood and the administrator did notrespond to the Weekly’s requests for comment.

A search of current vacancies last weekshowed there were just 12 beds available atfive aged-care facilities on the MorningtonPeninsula.

Flinders federal MP Greg Hunt said lastweek the overwhelming priority was to ensurethe ongoing care and welfare of residentsand to ensure their financial resources wereprotected.


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tea-trees but the driver was not injured.

Fine evaders nabbedPolice ran an operation in conjunction with the

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the warrant will catch up with you.’’

Police seek ‘flasher’Police are searching for a man who exposed

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several people in the vicinity. The man is

described as in his 50s, of heavy build and

balding, and was was wearing black shorts

and a white singlet. Any information to

Leading Senior Constable Ted Kay at

Mornington police station on 5970 4900.

Partnership launchMornington Peninsula Best Start Partnership

will celebrate the launch of the Peninsula for

Parents program with a free family event at the

Mornington Peninsula Shire Chambers, 2

Queen Street, Mornington, from 5-7pm

next Tuesday.

For breaking news and eyecatchingpicture galleries, including Pictures of theMonth, go to peninsulaweekly.com.au.

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ALMOST 1000 Dromana residents are sup-porting a campaign to replace the town’siconic pier after investigations showed it wasstarting to fall apart.

The Save the Dromana Pier campaign waslaunched by the Association for BuildingCommunity in Dromana after it was foundthe 60-year-old, 185-metre-long pier wassuffering the effects of concrete cancer, a con-dition in which the base crumbles whenwater seeps through concrete footings andrusts internal steel work.

Association president Bob Donaldson saidthere were two options to save the pier —repair or replace it. Identifying which pylonson the pier had cancer and treating and repla-cing the steel inside may give the pier an extra10 or 15 years, but it would inevitably needto be demolished, he said.

‘‘It would be better if the pier was replacedaltogether and give it 50 years, but Parks Vic-toria says there are no funds available and ithas other priorities like the Mornington andSt Kilda piers.’’

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authority regularly assessed the condition ofmaritime structures using professional engin-eers and divers and would continue to mon-itor the Dromana pier.

‘‘The most recent draft technical inspec-tion was June 2011 which estimated the pierhad another 10 years of life. It is still struc-turally sound for current usage.’’

Nevertheless, Mr Donaldson said localcommunity groups including the ABCD hadbanded together to create the Save the Dro-mana Pier committee. ‘‘Our aim is to havethe demolition of the existing pier and con-struction of the new pier.’’

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Young veteransget their own hub

Launch day: Brent Clyne and Peter Erdman (front) with veterans, volunteers and veterans affairsrepresentatives Mathew Taylor, Chris Longley, Mark Kinder, Karl Williams and Ian Johnson. Picture: Daryl Gordon

BY ALECIA PINNER

A DREAM came true for the veteran communitylast Friday when the Young Veterans and Famil-ies Wellbeing Centre opened in Frankston.

The centre in Skye Road is the first of its kindin the country and will cater to the social, finan-cial and health needs of post-1975 veterans,including those from across the Mornington Pen-insula.

Young Veterans liaison officer Peter Erdman,who has worked on the project with RSL presi-dent Brent Clyne, told the Weekly he was hum-bled that the centre had come to fruition andwould help veterans and their families.

‘‘It has taken a lot of input and hours fromvolunteers and the RSL to get it up and running.When you get out of the defence force, whateverthe circumstances, you always need help,whether it is acute psychiatry or thinking aboutwhat you are going to do with the rest of yourlife.’’

Karl Williams was injured during service and isvolunteering at the centre as part of a TAFE

community development course. He said it wasgreat that the centre catered for the partners andchildren of those who had served. ‘‘The militaryturns you on but it doesn’t turn you off,’’ he said.

At the launch, federal Veterans Affairs MinisterWarren Snowdon congratulated Mr Clyne on hishard work in getting the centre off the ground.

‘‘I’m really excited about this, interested in howwe connect with young veterans and how the RSLcan become more relevant,’’ he said.

‘‘The work being done here is an example forwhat can be done across the country. We’re verykeen to see this sort of development taking place,so we get better outcomes for the young veteransand don’t repeat the mistakes.’’

Mr Snowdon said about 45,000 Australianswill have served in the Middle East by the time themilitary leave Afghanistan.

‘‘This is about the same number as Vietnam. Isee this centre as a crucial point of traction. I reallyworry about the young men and women whocome back from Afghanistan and think they’rebullet proof, and have been, and then after sometime they have problems.’’


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Algae closes Mothers BeachBY SAMANTHA ROBIN

MOTHERS Beach in Morningtonwas closed on Friday due to thepresence of two algae species thatare harmful to humans and anim-als.

A routine sample by theDepartment of Sustainability andEnvironment last week foundhigh levels of two naturally occur-ring algae species, the oscillatoriaand lyngbya.

Signs were placed on the beachnotifying people that swimmingand other water-based were pro-hibited until further notice.

Animals were also banned fromthe beach as harmful algae may bepresent on the sand or in thewater.

Most of the algal blooms inPort Phillip Bay do not affect fishbut as a precaution anglers areadvised not to eat fish or shellfishcaught in the Mothers Beach areauntil further sampling is under-taken.

Anglers are advised not to eatfish that look unhealthy, havelesions or are found dead.

Seafood sold commercially isnot a risk due to comprehensivetesting and stringent food safety.Department of Sustainability andEnvironment compliance officerMichael Woods said marine algalblooms were more common dur-ing the warmer months.

“Blooms are a natural occur-rence and usually happen in sum-mer, persisting for a couple ofweeks,” he said.

“Marine algal blooms in thebay generally have no long-termhealth implications for humanswho come into contact with it butthe algae may cause skin and eyeirritations.

‘‘If water looks murky, sludgyor discoloured, we advise peopleto avoid contact with it.”

Mr Woods advised anyone whocame into contact with affectedwater to thoroughly wash the skinand clothing with clean water.

The beach was closed for theweekend and was reopened toswimmers on Monday afterMornington Peninsula Shireemployees deemed it safe. DSE

will continue to monitor thebeach and take samples for fur-ther testing.

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2�5.�4 &':?Supreme Court todecide on swampBY SAMANTHA ROBIN

THE future of the Tootgarook swamp nowlies in the hands of the Supreme Court.

Mornington Peninsula Shire and landowner TJBP Pty Ltd were granted leave lastweek to appeal a decision handed down bythe Victorian Civil and AdministrativeTribunal in November.

The VCAT had ruled the shire inapp-ropriately approved a planning permit for a41-dwelling development at 85 ElizabethAvenue, Rosebud West.

The Supreme Court last week grantedleave to both parties to appeal the decision.

The issue will now go to a hearing nextmonth, when the shire and the landownerwill have to prove the tribunal made an errorin law.

The matter was originally taken to theVCAT under the name of Cameron Brown,but Save the Tootgarook Swamp Incorpor-ated will now be listed as the opponent to theproposed development.

Ashley Galvin, of Moreheads Lawers, who

is representing Tootgarook SwampIncorporated said he remained confident thetribunal had made the right decision.

‘‘It will be a very expensive exercise for theparties who aren’t successful at the SupremeCourt hearing.’’

Mr Galvin said his client objected to theshire and landowner seeking costs, andmaintained that the tribunal was correct inits original decision.

Swamp activist Jessica Durrant iscompleting a 10-day walk around the swampto raise money and awareness of the swamp’sdiverse ecosystem.

Ms Durrant, who is Mr Brown’s fiance,will walk around the perimeter of the swampfor 10 hours a day to bring attention to theneed to protect the swamp fromdevelopment.

Money raised from the walk will be putback into regenerating the wetlands, andnominating the wetlands for a RAMSARnomination.

Ms Durrant has set herself a goal of raising$10,000.

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Slava and Leonard Grigoryan will perform highlights from theirlatest release The Seasons – a twelve-movement compositionfor solo piano by Tchaikovsky, arranged for two guitars by theirfather Edward – as well as a selection of their favourite piecesfrom jazz to spanish guitar.

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day-spa. The players were recovering from their NAB Cup game in Adelaide where they defeated

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Charlie still motoring along

Nice ride: Charlie Schwerkolt in his auto museum.Picture: Daryl Gordon

BY SAMANTHA ROBIN

A passion for cars and the desire to do whathe loved led Charlie Schwerkolt to open hisown car museum almost 25 years ago.

What began with his own small car collection,as well as a few borrowed from family andfriends, now boasts more than 60 treasuredvehicles.

Mr Schwerkolt has loved cars since he was aboy and after handing over his business to his son25 years ago, bought land at Arthurs Seat and setup the museum.

Cars of every description line the walls andsurfaces in nearly every form imaginable. ‘‘This iswhat I love,’’ Mr Schwerkolt said.

He also has model cars and aeroplanes onshow and for sale.

‘‘We sell lots of those collectable things. Butnone of the cars are for sale. I’m holding on tothem.’’

While he claims not to have a favourite, onethat holds special memories for him is his 1954model Hudson — ‘‘it is the same model as thefirst car I ever had’’.

Charlie’s Auto Museum attracts visitors fromacross Melbourne and interstate and is undergo-

ing an expansion — to house more cars.Among his collection, are cars from movie sets

and stage shows as well as a few more unusualmodels. ‘‘I like the ones that are a bit different,’’Mr Schwerkolt said.

Charlie’s Auto Museum is at 175 PurvesRoad, Arthurs Seat, and is open seven daysa week from 10.30am-4pm. Entry: adults$10, concession $8, children $5.Phone: 5989 6320.

Family still up withtimes after 30 years

Still going strong: Josh, Luke and Bethany ofDromana Discount Timber are celebrating 30 yearsin business. Picture: Daryl Gordon

After an impressive 30 years in business,Dromana Discount Timber is a familysuccess story.

‘‘The original business was started 30 yearsago by my parents,’’ managing director LukeWharton said.

‘‘Now I have been working in the business for20 years, alongside my brother Josh and his wifeBethany.’’

Mr Wharton said while the business hadgrown and evolved over the past three decades, itwas always keeping up with market trends.

‘‘The building industry is very stable but is isstill important to keep on top of trends and stocka full range of construction materials, builders’hardware, outdoor decking, sleepers, buildingand general landscaping material.’’

After so many years in business, the DromanaDiscount Timber experts have got to know manylocals, with the business split evenly betweentrade and retail.

‘‘We are looking forward to another 20 years,

and counting down to our 50th year in business,’’Mr Wharton said.

Dromana Discount Timber is at 1 DalkeithDrive, Dromana. Phone: 5981 0943.


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Texting drivers: r u crazy?It’s inter-connected oblivion. More andmore people are being caught using theirmobile phones or texting while driving. Itcosts them a $282 fine. Sometimes itcosts them — and others — their lives.CHAD VAN ESTROP and SANDRA BULLreport.

Bad call: Sergeants Dave Collins (left) and Peter Martin with a wrecked car that police suspect was hit by a driver who ran a red light while on the phone. Picture: Gary Sissons

Campaigner: Richard Lee was turned into aparaplegic after a driver talking on a mobile phoneploughed into his car. Picture: Craig Sillitoe/The Age

Richard Lee’s job is measuring people fortheir new wheelchairs. Some of them cometo him after diving accidents or falls and

others as a result of car crashes.And a few of that last group come to him

because the person who caused the crash thatcrippled them was talking on a mobile phone ortexting at the time.

Mr Lee can put himself in their place. Tenyears ago he was in a line of slow-moving trafficon a curve on Templestowe Road, Bulleen. Afour-wheel-drive coming in the other directionfailed to take the curve and ploughed into him.Its driver wasn’t looking, too busy chatting on hisphone. He turned Mr Lee into a paraplegic.

So he can honestly tell those clients he knowsexactly how they feel. But recently a man cameshopping for a wheelchair and left Mr Lee lostfor words. He admitted that he had been drivingwhile using his phone, oblivious and distracted,and it cost him the use of his legs.

‘‘He’s the only one I ever had who admitted tothat,’’ says Mr Lee. ‘‘And you have to bite yourtongue really. You might pass a comment like‘Well, that was a bit foolish, wasn’t it’ — hugeunderstatement. But really, what can you say?’’

Mr Lee is not usually so backward in comingforward. When he pulls up beside other driversand sees them chatting on their mobiles — or,worse, texting — he winds down his window andgives them a spray. If they don’t get the messagehe points to his wheelchair on the seat besidehim.

Not that it does much good, he admits. Everyweek more than 1100 drivers are pulled up bypolice and charged with illegal phone use. Duringthe most-recent police safety blitz — SummerStay, which ran from mid-November to January7 — 6077 motorists were charged with mobilephone offences. They face a $282 fine and loss ofthree demerit points.

And worse. Some face a meeting with someonelike Mr Lee, to be measured for a new seat ofwheels: ‘‘Unfortunately, it appears mobiles areincreasingly going to become a much more com-mon cause of serious injury on our roads,’’ hesays. ‘‘And, of course, death.’’

For years, a series of studies has shown thedangers of mixing mobile phones and cars. ABritish study in 2002 found using a hand-heldmobile while driving was more dangerous thandriving with a blood-alcohol content of .08.Reaction time was 30 per cent slower than some-one with that level of alcohol and twice as slowas a sober driver.

In 2009, a study in the US showed that diallinga mobile while driving increased the risk of acrash by almost three times. Simply talking onthe phone made the risk of a crash 1.3 times as

high. In heavy vehicles the risks multiply. A truckdriver dialling a number is six times more likelyto cause a crash as an undistracted driver.

Text messaging while driving is far worse. Itincreases the risk of a crash by 23.2 times, thestudy found. A simulator study by the MonashUniversity Accident Research Centre found text-ing drivers spent 400 per cent more driving timewith their eyes off the road.

Yet today the potential for drivers to be dis-tracted by such devices is at an all-time high, withsocial media, emails, texts and GPS technologyall available on smartphones.

Concerned by the growing potential for dis-aster, Frankston and peninsula police haveincreased road safety operations targeting mobilephone use.

Road policing analyst Leading Senior Con-stable Ross Randall, who number-crunchesstatistics for the Carrum Downs, Hastings andRosebud highway patrols, says a total of 1682penalty notices for using a mobile phone whiledriving were issued last year — 924 in the City ofFrankston and 758 across the peninsula.

Yet Leading Senior Constable Randall, Hast-ings highway patrol head Sergeant Dave Collinsand Rosebud highway patrol commander Ser-geant Peter Martin warn the number of driversrisking their lives — and others — by texting orchatting on our roads is much higher than thesefigures suggest.

Sergeant Collins says 35 drivers caught using aphone when their eyes should have been on the

road were pulled over in January by Hastingshighway patrol members — ‘‘they’re often detec-ted because they’re wandering over the road,they forget they lose their focus’’.

While people knew texting while driving wasdangerous, an ‘‘it hasn’t happened to me’’ atti-tude led them to discount the danger, he says.

‘‘If you don’t have a hands-free that’s workingcorrectly, don’t put the phone on.’’

Leading Senior Constable Randall, a 20-yearhighway patrol veteran based at the CarrumDowns police station, says drivers must realisethat if they flout road rules ‘‘they’re driving alethal weapon’’.

‘‘It only takes a split second and you’re off the

road and into a tree. Notifying families is a gut-wrenching job that every Victoria Police memberhates to do.

‘‘Selfishness on the road is such we could bedriving down the road toll even further if peoplehad some respect, not only for themselves but thecommunity as a whole.’’

Extra highway patrol shifts funded by theTransport Accident Commission in Decemberand January resulted in Rosebud crews notchingup 13,000 breath-tests and booking 71 driversfor mobile phone use.

Sergeant Martin, who lives in a south-easternsuburb, says he never fails to spot at least fourdrivers nattering away on their phones as hetravels to and from the Rosebud police stationeach day.

But while the ‘‘average punter’’ doesn’t own upto using a phone if not caught in the act, he saysmany a sneaky phone user has been nabbed atnight. ‘‘It’s amazing how the glare of a smartphone can be seen when people are holding itbelow window level. It’s an absolute giveaway.’’

Sergeant Martin vividly remembers going to adouble fatality a few years ago.

‘‘I was fairly sure it was [caused by] a phonecall and the coroner accepted the evidence that aphone played a part.

‘‘I’ve attended fatal accidents where peoplehave died as a result of mobile phone use — bothdrivers and passengers. They are all victims in theend as are the families and the emergency servicepersonnel who attend.’’


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Details: Get a group together and register your chosen site

online to be part of Australia’s largest community participation

event — Clean Up Australia. Chairman and founder Ian Kiernan

(pictured) said: “The recent bushfires and floods around the

country really bring home how important it is for us to take more

responsibility for our local environment. It’s hard enough coping

with the clean up required when nature hurls its challenges at us

without also having to clean up after litterbugs and illegal

dumpers.”

When: Clean Up Australia Day is this Sunday and Schools Clean

Up Day is on Friday.

Where: Your local park, waterway, school, beach or street.

Everyone is welcome – friends, family, children, community

groups and work colleagues.

Contact: To register, go to cleanupaustraliaday.org.au.

Collectors fair: Mornington Peninsula Antique Bottle and Collectors

Club will hold its 26th annual collectors fair at the Cranbourne Public

Hall, South Gippsland Highway, on Sunday, April 14 from 9am-2pm.

Collectables on sale will include old bottles of all shapes, sizes and

ages, oil tins, bric-a-brac, ephemera, ceramic toothpaste pot lids,

demijohns and old garden tiles. Well-known antique dealer Ross

Roycroft will appraise antique or collectable items brought by the

public, two items maximum per person. The club meets at 7.45pm

on the second Saturday of each month in the Uniting Church Hall,

corner of Lindrum Road and Karingal Drive, Frankston. Details: Terry,

0439 070 191.

Pottery display: Dromana Potters Group’s annual exhibition will be

held over the Easter weekend atrRoom 8, the Old Shire of Flinders

Hall, Point Nepean Road, Dromana, from 10am-4pm on March 30

and 31 and from 10am-1pm on April 1. Pots can be viewed or bought

and visitors can learn about pottery classes. Details: 5987 1410.

History group: Mornington & District Historical Society will meet at

10.30am on Tuesday, March 12 at the Matthew Flinders statue in

Mornington Park for the launch of the new Heritage Walk brochure.

The newly planted Avenue of Honour will also be on view. Morning

tea in the museum will follow. Cost: $5. Details: 0414 820 162.

Word games: Social games of Scrabble are played at Bentons

Square Community Centre from 1-5pm each Thursday. Details:

9773 1974.

Checkout chicks: Chicks to Boilers will have a lunch for women of

all ages at the Mornington on Tanti Hotel on Tuesday, March 14 when

David Bryant from Seapiks Photography will speak. Cost: $25.

Details: Merrilyn, 5974 4072.

Market: A market will be held at St Andrew’s Church, Eramosa Road

West, Somerville, on Saturday, March 9 from 8.30am-12.30pm.

Details: Graeme, 5977 6980.

Social fun: Bentons Square Community Centre, 145 Bentons Road,

Mornington, offers a range of fun classes, activities and social

groups. Details: Kim, 5977 2468.

Aglow night: Somerville Night Aglow meets at 7.30pm on Friday,

March 8 at Somerville Community Centre, Edward Street. Cost: $10

includes supper. Details: Roslyn, 0488 998 086.

Op shop: Peninsula Community Caring has opened an op shop at 1

The Drive, Rosebud, on the corner of Boneo Road. It is open from

10am-4pm Tuesday to Thursday. Details: 5982 0889.

Green thumbs: Mornington Garden Club will meet at 1.30pm next

Monday at St Mark’s Uniting Church Hall, 50 Barkly Street,

Mornington. Cost: $3. Details: 5975 6238.

Fine folk: Peninsula Folk Club meets on Sunday at Frankston Bowls

Club in Yuille Street. Jam at 5.30, stage acts from 6.30pm. Cost: $7.

Details: Vince, 0418 381 668.

Breastfeeding meet: The peninsula group of the Australian

Breastfeeding Association will meet at 10am next Tuesday at

L’Aqua, Point Nepean Road, Dromana. Details: 9787 7106.

AA: Alcoholics Anonymous holds day and evening meetings

throughout the region. Details: 1300 880 390 or aa.org.au.

Market fun: Mornington Farmers Market will celebrate itsaccreditation with the Victorian Farmers Markets Association withcooking demonstrations at 10am, 11am and noon on Saturday,March 9. The demonstrations will be presented by Gavin Ong, headchef and part-owner of Mornington’s Counting House restaurant,who has worked under Curtis Stone and at Marco Pierre White’sLondon restaurant Quo Vadis. Market manager Janette Smith saidthe recipes would highlight the array of available produce and besimple enough to try at home. The market is held on the secondSaturday of each month at Mornington Park, Schnapper Drive, from8.30am-1pm. Entry: adults $2, children admitted free. Bring yourown carry bags.

Send details by noon on the Wednesday beforepublication to peninsulasee&[email protected] or See & Do, Suite 2, 10 Blamey Place,Mornington 3931.

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Hits and misses draw crowds

Dancing around: Befeathered dancers added to the festival atmosphere.

A little bit country: Troy Cassar-Daleyin action.

Having a ball: A young festival-goer checks out a zorb ball. Pictures: Haydn Godony

Festival fun: Combo La Revelationentertain the crowd.

Tickets sold out for the Betweenthe Bays festival at PenbankSchool in Moorooduc on

Saturday as music lovers flocked tohear a range of entertainers perform inperfect weather.

Country crooner Troy Cassar-Daley, former Split Enz FrontmanTim Finn, local lad James Reyne and’80s veterans The Hoodoo Gurus

belted out hits to the enthusiasticaudience.

Also popular was the Brazilianseven-piece salsa outfit Combo LaRevelation, which featured feather-adorned dancers.

The Between the Bays Facebookpage is advising readers to keep alookout for a sneak peek of some ofnext year’s acts.


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Enjoy comfort and convenience at this solid-brick property

A charming life awaits

10 Knott Street, Safety BeachBedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Living areas: Lounge, family roomsThe rest: Rumpus, games room, balconies, two garagesPrivate salePrice: $490,000-$530,000Agent: Stockdale & Leggo Dromana, 5987 3233

This impressive two-storey family home is aneasy walk from the pristine sands of SafetyBeach and Martha Cove Marina.

The north-facing solid-brick property willmake an ideal getaway, investment or home —with the benefit of easy CBD access on the Penin-sula Link freeway.

There are three large bedrooms, the main withen suite and walk-in wardrobes and the otherswith built-in wardrobes.

Large, open-plan living areas open to a bal-cony with fine views, perfect for relaxing andentertaining.

The well-equipped kitchen has plenty of bench

space, copper range hood, wall oven anddishwasher. An archway opens to a tiled diningspace. Entertain in style in the rumpus/gamesroom with wet bar. There’s also a family bath-room and powder room.

Features include ducted heating, ductedvacuum, two split-system airconditioners andawnings shade the balconies.

The lock-up double garage has a remote-controlled door and there’s plenty of space forcars at the front. A workshop and another garageat the rear are ideal for hobbies or craft.

Well established gardens on the 822-square-metre block have fruit trees.


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Bittern 2 Dunstan Street

Touch of the Dandenongs on the Peninsula - 2/3 Acre Approx

This picturesque home enjoys large sweeping living areas that incorporate an inviting lounge & dining room, spacious study or fifth bedroom, large family & meals area, kitchen with stainless steel appliances & walk in pantry. Additional features include cathedral ceilings, air conditioning, wood heater in the living area & ducted heating throughout. The master bedroom suite includes a WIR & an ensuite, second bedroom also features a large WIR with semi ensuite. Upstairs comprises of 2 bedrooms with BIRs & storage shelves. Outside is a double carport, large workshop with additional storage space & all located on a generous 2590m2 (approx) allotment.

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For Sale $590,000 plus buyersView www.harcourts.com.au/VHS3695Open Saturday 2:30-3:00pm

Jason Dowler M 0403 598 754 E [email protected]

Hastings 40 Salmon Street

Absolute water frontage!

This outstanding property is located only meters from the Western Port bay with uninterrupted views from all the land. The existing home could be renovated or detonated the choice is yours. Comprising of three bedrooms, two living zones, family bathroom and open plan kitchen/ meals area. Ideally located only minutes walk to high streets many cafes and shops, public transport, freeways and the like. This is a must see property, look at it twice and it will be gone!

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Auction $450,000-$495,000Saturday 23rd March 2013 2:00pmView www.harcourts.com.au/VHS3695Open Saturday 12:30-1:00pm

David NelliM 0403 111 234 E [email protected] StirlingM 0411 520 173 E [email protected]

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197 Main Street Mornington VIC 3931T. 03 5975 6888

30 Waterview Drive, Mount Martha

The luxury of this new 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence with a double garage is matched by brilliant panoramic bay views from The Heads to the city skyline. Built without compromise, the interior is defined by space & distinguished by style. The expansive family environment integrates a gourmet stone kitchen & a sea-viewing open-plan living & dining room flowing out to a wrap-around deck & a heated spa overlooking the Bay. Upstairs offers self-contained living with a living room with a kitchenette & brilliant views opening to a covered balcony, a study & a 4th bedroom with an ensuite. There is a playroom and family bathroom downstairs; and the main bedroom has an ensuite.

Auction Saturday 2nd March at 11.00amTerms 10% deposit, balance due 30/60/90/120 daysInspection Thursday 1.30 - 2.00pm & Saturday from 10.30amContact Deborah Quinn 0428 205 555 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103bowmanandcompany.com.au

Mount Martha Auction

A 4 B 3 C 2

Auction this Saturday


197 Main Street Mornington VIC 3931T. 03 5975 6888

3/6 Grant Road, Somerville

This designer two-storey residence with a double remote garage is a lifestyle sensation with its sought-after setting complemented by striking contemporary design filled with architectural highlights. Set at the rear of a boutique block, this near-new 3-bedrom home has the WOW factor with its timber and rendered facade to the designer finishes. Eye-catching features include French doors in the dining room opening out to a secluded deck and courtyard, a sleek granite kitchen, a spacious top-floor living room and a stylish bathroom with en suite access to the main bedroom. The home is in a fantastic location close to Village shops, the train station, and schools.

Price range $360,000 - $390,000Inspection Saturday 12.00 - 12.30pmContact Luke McCoy 0467 321 322 Robert Bowman 0417 173 103bowmanandcompany.com.au

Somerville For Sale

A 3 B 1 C 2

301/22 Main Street Mornington

Within walking distance of Morningtons popular beaches, located in the heart of this coastal community, take advantage of this brilliantly positioned apartment on Main Street, only moments to trendy eateries and boutiques. Located on the 3rd level with bay views, this modern apartment is meticulously finished with the very best. An open plan layout comprises of a dining room and a state of the art kitchen with carrera marble bench tops and stainless steel appliances. It also includes a living room with excellent natural lighting and sliding doors to an alfresco balcony. The master bedroom features built in robes and a luxurious carrera marble ensuite. Other features include ground floor security door entry, car park in basement, storage space provided in basement and split system heating and air conditioning.

Price $649,000Inspection Saturday 10.00 - 10.30amContact Robert Bowman 0417 173 103 Deborah Quinn 0428 205 555bowmanandcompany.com.au

Mornington For Sale

A 2 B 2 C 2


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5987 3233 193 Point Nepean RoadDromana

16 Jetty Road DromanaOpportunity Knocks!

Rarely do these sites come along any more. Approx 1015sqm of almost level land together with 20m

frontage. There are good views from ground level and the possibility exists (STCA) of building upwards;

just imagine those views! Currently a 3 bedroom, quaint, cottage with large shed at rear. What is being

offered here is potential & opportunity will only knock once! The Auction will be held on March 2nd 2013

at 2.00pm, terms being 10% deposit with a 30/60 day settlement.

Auction This Saturday 2nd March at 2.00pm

Inspect Wednesday 3.00 - 3.30pm & Saturday 1.30 - 2.00pm

Agent Anthony McDermott 0403 161 125

Map Ref 159 J8

A 3 B 1 C 1


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5987 3233 193 Point Nepean RoadDromana

DromanaLuxury Townhouses - 500m To Beach & Shops!!!

Boasting a quality fit-out & build, w/ 3 bdrms, master w/ WIR

& others w/ BIR, townhouses 1 & 2 have 2 bthrms incl en-

suite to master, the others w/ semi en-suite all w/ a powder

room downstairs for convenience. Each townhouse has 2

living areas, open plan living, kitchen & meals areas & a low

maintenance yard. Along w/ solid timber floors, private balcony

for townhouses 1 & 2, DLUG, 2 split systems, ducted vacm, Euro

Appliances in the kitchen & alarm system. Enjoy stamp duty

savings before lock up. Completion due late June 2013.

For Sale

Price Between $575,000 - $650,000

Inspect By Appointment

Agent Melissa Walker 0407 508 555

Anthony McDermott 0403 161 125

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Land For Sale

Dromana ‘Build The Dream’ 599m2 Approx $310,000-$330,000

Safety Beach ‘Enjoy The Lifestyle’ 646m2 Approx $350,000 Plus

Dromana ‘As Rare As Hens Teeth’ 420m2 Approx $390,000-$410,000

Safety Beach ‘Location, Location, Location’ 880m2 Approx $470,000

Dromana ‘HOT Small Acreage’ 2.48 Acres Approx $495,000

Dromana ‘Dream Home / Developers’ 1100m2 Approx $850,000 Plus

228 Dromana Parade Safety BeachDesign, Develop, Build & ReturnPossible 4-5 unit or townhouse site STCA with land of approx 1350sqm in size. The existing holiday home boasts 4 bdrms, as well as 2 toilets, 2 showers & OPL upstairs. LUG, fully fenced, 4500 litre water tank & all just a mere 200m from the beach.

For Sale Price $675,000Inspect Sun 12.00 - 12.30pm Agent Office 5987 3233

20/2 Davey Avenue DromanaThe Last Good Buy!Brand new, well appointed 3 bedrm home at an affordable price! En-suite, GDH, S/S, ducted vac, D/W, LUG, private courtyard w/ garden area. At this price this house represents great value. Only 15ms approx walk to the beach & shops over the bridge.

For Sale Price $420,000Inspect Sat 12.00 - 12.30pm Agent Office 5987 3233

3 & 4/166 Marine Drv Safety BeachSo Close To The Waters Edge3 bedrooms, master with full en-suite & WIR, others with BIR’s & main bathroom. O/plan living, kitchen & dining area. Upstairs a 2nd living area & outdoor balcony. DLUG, ducted vacuum & much more!

For Sale Price $700,000 - $770,000 eachInspect Wed 3-3.30pm, Sat 4-4.30pm & Sun 1-1.30pmAgent Office 5987 3233

beachside

2 Garner Street DromanaTranquil, Lovely & Surprising InsideViews of the Port Phillip Bay Large o/plan living & entertainment balcony 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms + study Ensuite & walk in robe from master bedroom Gas ducted heating + Coonara + split A/C

For Sale Price $690,000 PlusInspect Sun 12.00 - 12.30pm Agent Office 5987 3233

Safety BeachThe Great Entertainer3 bedrms, master w/ ensuite & WIR, other bedrms BIRs, & study or 4th bedrm. OPL leading out to a private covered entertaining area w/ 8 seater spa, & landscaped gardens. Also featuring DLUG w/ roof cavity for storage, GDH, OFP, fully fenced rear yard & garden sheds.

For Sale Price $595,000 Plus BuyersInspect By Appointment Agent Office 5987 3233

32 Patterson Street Safety BeachFantastic Family HomeThis 35sq home is located approx 700m’s from the sands of Safety Beach & only 300m’s approx to the Marina. 4 large bedrms, master w/ WIR & ensuite. Open plan kitchen w/ granite bench tops, living, meals, dining. Also featuring a large family room, 2 car garage.


277-281 Point Nepean Rd Dromana“The Nepean”Get in now to buy what will become the premier address in Dromana. Uncompromising, serene & sympathetic to the locality. With 2 bdrms, large balconies, secure entrance, undercover parking & roof top terrace with pool & BBQ area.

For Sale Price Between $449,950 - $595,950Agent Office 5987 3233

3/1 Canna Street DromanaOwner says sell! Ready to realise!Listen to this: 5 bdrms, 2 living areas, 3 bthrms (2 ensuites), 4 toilets, GDH, evap cooling, covered outdoor entg area, huge DLUG, enclosed yard with possible access for boat, caravan or jet ski/s. North facing balcony with bay glimpses.


40 Carrigg Street DromanaDromana CentralOnly approx 450m to the beach, shops, public transport & all other amenities. Recently refurbished this home boasts 3 bedrooms, open plan living, kitchen & modern bathroom. With low maintenance gardens & entertaining area all you have to do is enjoy the lifestyle.


8 Tassel Road Safety BeachFantastic OpportunityLooking for a weekender, investment, permanent home, or something to develop (STCA)? If so look no further. Approx. 600m’s to the beach this neat and tidy 2 BR home will not last long. Set on approx. 679m2 of land, with side access to a fully fenced rear yard. CALL NOW!

For Sale Price $375,000 PlusInspect Sat 1.00 - 1.30pm Agent Office 5987 3233

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Shop 2, 188-194 Main St Mornington

www.conleyluff.com.au5975 7733

MORNINGTON AUCTION SAT 2ND MARCH @ 1:30

A FANTASTIC BEACHSIDE RETREAT!On a big 831 M2 beachside lot close to Main Street, this adorable WB home oozes charm & character & with a delightful I.G. pool offers a brilliant combination. Perfect for those scaling down or even couples starting out, this fine home offers 2 BR’s plus a poolside bungalow with ensuite, two large living areas and French doors that open to a fantastic covered pergola for easy year round entertaining. Other features include an open fireplace, period bathroom with spa,d/heating, polished timber flooring, alarm system.

4 MacDonald Grove Inspect Sat 1-1:30pm

MORNINGTON $380,000 - $400,000

BEACHSIDE VILLA - THE PERFECT FUSION OF SPACE AND LOCATIONIdeally located in one of Mornington’s most sought after beachside locations this stunning 3 bedroom/2 bathrom/DLUG villa boasts a free flowing functional floor plan, open plan design and light filled living areas. This home is located only moments from all the amenities Mornington has to offer & represents an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to move to the beachside of the highway.

2/12 MacDonald Grove Inspect Sat 3-3:30pm

MORNINGTON $420,000 - $450,000

BEACHSIDE VILLA DELIGHT!Impeccably presented, with a bonus double gate entry for a caravan/boat, plus a large auto single garage. This roomy 2 bedroom BV Villa is secure in a well maintained group on Beleura Hill. With spacious living areas, covered entrance, gas heating, s/s rev cycle air conditioner, buses and local shopping close at hand. One out of the box!

8/21 Lucerne Avenue Inspect Sat 3-3:30pm

MORNINGTON $410,000 - $450,000

1ST. HOMEBUYERS / ACTIVE RETIREES!KEEN TO SELL! - OFFERS INVITED! Opposite parkland & the Arts Centre, buses at your door & Bentons Square down the road! This attractive light- filled BV home is designed for zoned living & offers 3 bedrms ( FES/WIR to Master ), spacious lounge with combustion heater, stylish kitchen, a large living room, a central sunroom & auto d/garage with internal access. Including GDH, s/s r/c air con, d/washer, online gas brick BBQ on covered patio, w/tank & full perimeter fencing with delightful gardens.

301 Dunns Road Inspect Wed/Sat 12-12:30pm

MOUNT ELIZA $690,000 - $750,000

THE ESSENCE OF MT. ELIZA - SPACE, PRIVACY & AN I.G. POOL !A secluded court lot leading down to the treed surrounds of Kakeraboite creek provides a delightful setting for this charming and spacious rendered BV home. Featuring sundrenched living rooms, a huge timber deck, beautiful polished timber floors and most welcoming in ground pool. With 3 Bedrooms plus study (full ensuite/ walk in robe to master) raked ceilings and wood fired heater to the lounge, superb granite kitchen and bathroom, family and sitting rooms.

8 Mackeith Court Inspect by appointment

MOUNT MARTHA $800,000 - $880,000

STYLISH SEASIDE LUXURY IN THE BOUTIQUE “ BAY VISTA “ ESTATE!This superbly crafted 3 bedroom home ( all doubles ) is bright and airy with loads of features that will appeal to the discerning buyer, including 9’ ceilings throughout, polished timber flooring, sensational entry, a deluxe stone topped kitchen with ASKO appliances and a bay view, a great way to prepare your family feasts. There are large living and dining areas upstairs & down, a large upstairs balcony and downstairs decked alfresco with power and mains gas.

3 Bay Vista Close Inspect Sat 2-2:30pm

MOUNT MARTHA $430,000 - 470,000

WHEN OPPORTUNITY AND LOCATION COME TOGETHER!Perfectly positioned in beautiful beachside Mount Martha, this original family home is located only moments to beaches, schools and shops. This home represents the pinnacle of opportunity to these looking to enter the beachside market! A well built 3 Bedroom/2Bathroom BV Home on a big 795 M2 approx corner lot, this residence is ideal for the handyman, property investor or developer (S.T.C.A.).

2 Morlyn Drive Inspect Sat 1-1:30pm

MORNINGTON $510,000 - $540,000

LOCATION, SIZE AND PRIVACYPerfectly positioned in an ideal location only moments from schools shops and transport is this stunning family home. Set on a ¼ acre approx block this home is ideal for the growing family or for those who like to have to spread their wings. Boasting a free flowing and functional floor plan this property will no doubt impress even the harshest of critics.Comprises 4 spacious bedrooms, M/with ensuite and WIR, large sun drenched living are generous kitchen overlooking meals area and leading to entertainers deck

12 Boormanii Drive Inspect Sat 2-2:30pm

MORNINGTON $290,000 - $320,000

INVESTORS/1ST HOMEBUYERS!Set amongst established trees on a generous lot, this light & spacious 3 Bedroom BV home includes polished floors, all gas appliances, updated kitchen, covered entertaining & tanden single garage/workshop

3 Thomas Street Inspect Sat 3-3:30pm


Shop 2, 188-194 Main St Mornington

www.conleyluff.com.au5975 7733

MOUNT ELIZA AUCTION SAT 23RD MARCH @ 11:30

THE PERFECT BLEND OF OPPORTUNITY & LOCATION!Set amongst established trees on a superb approx. 990M2 corner lot, this 3 bedroom/2 bathroom BV home includes an open fireplace, ducted heating, s/s air conditioner & double brick garage. Create a delightful family home with cosmetic improvements or consider the possibilities for development or medical (STCA) SO VERSATILE - SO MUCH POTENTIAL!

1291 Nepean Hwy Inspect Wed/Sat 11-11:30am

MOUNT MARTHA $465,000

GREAT BLOCK – SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME!Set amongst established trees and gardens on a superb 880 M2 Lot, this stylish BV home offers 3 bedrooms plus study (deluxe ensuite with oval spa to master), wide entry, formal lounge & dining rooms, quality with s/steel appliances, a large tiled living room and double auto garage. With ducted heating and cooling, dishwasher, 9’ ceilings, a 6 X 3M colorbond shed and extensive paved entertaining areas.

7 Mondana Way Inspect Sat 4-4:30pm

MOUNT MARTHA

SETTING A NEW STANDARD IN LUXURY!6.8 GREEN STAR RATING - 1.5 KW POWER TO GRID Royadie Lane offers an affordable executive lifestyle, close to Bentons Square & buses. With a 3 Bedroom VIlla Neg Over $450,000 and 3 or 4 Bedroom Townhouses from $490,000 Plus. All with FES/WIR to Master, ducted heating & cooling, security, Asko s/steel appliances and d/stairs Master bedroom to all townhouses. “3 SOLD”

61 Green Island Avenue Inspect Thurs/Sat 1-1:30pm

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MORNINGTON NEG OVER $900,000

BY THE SEA! - A NEW HOME WITH SPACE & LUXURY!If you are looking for a new home in the exclusive Fishermans Beach Precinct & only the best will do, then this exciting new home will be hard to pass up. Offering a spacious 21.5sq of living plus an auto d/garage with internal access, with all the mod cons one could want &. comprising 4 bedrooms, 2 master suites with FENS & WIR ( one upstairs & one down ), deluxe kitchen with stone tops & s/steel 900mm Smeg appliances, & spacious living areas both up & down.

30 King Georges Ave (Cnr Nunns Rd) Sat 11-11:30am

MOUNT MARTHA NEG OVER $360,000

VACANT SEASIDE LANDWhat a Site! – What an opportunity for you to build your dream home only 100m from the beach. Set in a boutique & exclusive subdivision of only 24 lots this level 305m2 allotment has the potential of bayviews from a 2nd storey & is located within minutes of all the pleasure that Peninsula living offers. Surrounded by high quality homes

Lot 10 Bay Vista Close 610 Esplanade Inspect by appointment

MOUNT ELIZA AUCTION SAT 6TH APRIL @ 3:30PM

PALATIAL HOLLYWOOD COMES TO MT. ELIZA!LIKE NO OTHER HOUSE YOU’VE SEEN BEFORE! Behind the high fence & security gates, amongst established trees on almost 2 Acres (7213M2), this spectacular Phillip Mannerhein designed residence offers approx. 140 squares of living built around a superb I.G.Pool complex. Reminiscent of a 1940’s Hollywood mansion catering for an extravagant, or even decadent lifestyle of the rich & famous, this unique property includes 5 b/rooms, 4 bathrooms, various living rooms, spas, fireplaces, and so much more.

23 Cummins Lane Inspect strictly by appointment only

MOUNT MARTHA FROM $352,500

NEW QUALITY 2 BED VILLAS!“Big is Good!” An exciting opportunity for active retirees & first home buyers, these 2 bedroom (approx 10.5M2) BV Villas will be close to Bentons Square & include deluxe stone kitchens with S/S appliances, spacious living/dining areas, high ceilings,auto garages with internal access & paved entertaining areas. With gas d/heating, quality tiles & carpet, fully landscaped. “MARTHAS PLACE” - SETTLE MAY 2013

1-15 41 Green Island Avenue Inspect by appointment


HOME PORT

CENTURY 21 HOME PORTPHONE: 5979 35552100 Frankston-Flinders Road, Hastingscentury21hastings.com.au

AUCTION Saturday, March 2nd at 12:30pm.

On-Site.

VIEW Saturday 12:00-12:30pm

AGENT Kerry-Lee Marshall 0408 363 686

AUCTION THIS SATURDAY!HASTINGS 16 Pinewood DriveFOR SALE NOW OR BY AUCTION.

Accommodating for the largest of families, this

4 bedroom home boasts master bedroom with

dressing room & ensuite with corner spa bath. A

further 3 bedrooms are upstairs with a separate

living area leading out to a huge balcony with

great views. Other notable features include ducted

heating, air conditioning, outdoor pergola and four

car carport on a large allotment.

Terms 10% Deposit, Balance 30/60 days!

4 A 3 B 4 C

REALISATION AUCTION

AUCTION Saturday, March 2nd at 3:00pm.

On-Site.



AUCTION THIS SATURDAY!HASTINGS 16 Kuan Yin PlaceFOR SALE NOW OR BY AUCTION.

Affordable spacious family home set on a 770sqm

approx allotment, with two street frontages

and side gate access into the large backyard.

Comprising of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 living

areas & double remote garage with rear roller door.

Other special features include a huge decked

outdoor pergola, ducted heating, wood fire heater,

energy efficiency & opposite beautiful parklands.

Terms 10% Deposit, Balance 30/60 days.

4 A 2 B 2 C

REALISATION AUCTION

TYABB 4 Banksia CrescentLook No Further! Unbeatable Value!

Five year old & very well maintained

gem, features four bedrooms, master

with W.I.R, three bathrooms, open plan

kitchen/meals, spacious lounge, formal

dining & lovely outdoor pergola. This

home has a unique floor plan & would

suit someone with teenagers or in-laws.

Additional features: Ducted heating,

evap cooling, DLUG with rear roller

door, 600sqm block, fruit trees & ample

shedding. Contact Exclusive Agent.

4 A

3 B2 C

PRICE EXPRESS SALE


AGENT Kerry-Lee Marshall

0408 363 313

REALISATION SALE!!

AUCTION Saturday, March 16th at 11:30am.

On-Site.

VIEW Saturday 11:00-11:30am


IDEAL FOR FIRST HOME BUYERSTYABB 9 Banksia CrescentFOR SALE NOW OR BY AUCTION.

Affordable & immaculately presented, 5 year

old, quality built home in popular Tyabb location.

Featuring 3 larger than usual bedrooms, master

with WIR & ensuite, 3 living area’s, stunning kitchen

with stainless steel appliances quality fixtures &

fittings and attractive mature landscaped gardens.

Still under builders guarantee, Genuine vendor

says SELL, SELL, SELL! Vacant Possession.

Terms 10% Deposit, Balance 30/60 days.

3 A 2 B 3 C

MUST BE SOLD!

SOMERS This large allotment of approx 1001m2 is

a very rare find indeed, with only a small

handful of blocks available in the Somers

region. Well located adjacent to farmland

and only a short walk to the Somers

Yacht Club and arguably the best side

of the Somers beach. This blank canvas

with established garden and trees along

the boundaries is awaiting your dream

home. With all services provided; gas,

water, electricity and telephone.

Contact Exclusive Agent.

PRICE EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

VIEW By Appointment

AGENT Wilma Green

0407 833 996

RARE BEACH BLOCK


HOME PORT

CENTURY 21 HOME PORTPHONE: 5979 35552100 Frankston-Flinders Road, Hastingscentury21hastings.com.au

Available NOW!

Renovated throughout with

near new blinds, carpet

and flooring and updated

kitchen and bathroom.

4 A1 B2 C

HASTINGS 4 Carinya Court

PRICE $300 PW

VIEW 28/02/13 from 3.50-4.05pm

AGENT Lyn Dawson

Available March 4th 2013. Offering all modern features, including 2 living zones, ducted vacuum, alarm system and alfresco.

4 A2 B2 C

BITTERN 7 Hector Close

PRICE $400 PWVIEW 26/02/13 from 5.00-5.15pm 28/02/13 from 5.00-5.15pmAGENT Lyn Dawson

Available March 18th 2013. Offering street frontage, modern kitchen, ducted heating and rear yard with double remote garage.

3 A2 B2 C

SEAFORD 1/23 Austin Road

PRICE $360 PWVIEW 28/02/13 from 5.00-5.15pm AGENT Lyn Dawson

Available March 25th 2013.

Offers open plan living,

modern kitchen and low

maintenance front and rear

yards.

2 A1 B1 C

HASTINGS 2/116 Victoria Street

PRICE $270 PW

VIEW To be advised

AGENT Lyn Dawson


Boasting 2 living areas,

evaporative cooling and

outdoor entertaining with

cafe blinds and gazebo.

3 A2 B2 C

CRIB POINT 32 Point Road

PRICE $360 PW

VIEW 28/02/13 from 4.00-4.15pm

AGENT Nicole Thomas

Available NOW! Fully renovated dishwasher to kitchen, split system cooling, brand new fences, paintwork, carpets.

4 A1 B2 C

CRIB POINT 118 Point Road


Available NOW! 2 separate living areas. SLUG with rear roller access, additional car space & DBL gates.

4 A2 B2 C

HASTINGS 28 Rosemary Drive

PRICE $350 PWVIEW 01/03/13 from 3.40 3.55pm AGENT Lyn Dawson

Available NOW!

Formal lounge, large open

plan living/dining room,

ducted gas heating &

evaporative cooling.

3 A2 B2 C

BITTERN 135-137 Woolleys Road

PRICE $340 PW

VIEW 01/03/12 from 5.00-5.15pm

AGENT Lyn Dawson

Available April 9th 2013.

Stylish and modern, s/s

appliances, open plan

living, low maintenance

gardens and SLUG.

3 A2 B1 C

HASTINGS 2A King Street

PRICE $315 PW

VIEW To be advised

AGENT Nicole Thomas

Available NOW!

Boasting two living zones,

kitchen, GWF heating,

DBL carport and low-

maintenance gardens.

4 A2 B2 C

HASTINGS 23 Michelle Drive

PRICE $330 PW

VIEW 27/02/13 from 5.15-5.30pm

AGENT Nicole Thomas

Available NOW!

Formal lounge, ducted

heating and cooling

throughout, a rumpus/sun

room & large 2 car garage.

3 A1 B2 C

HASTINGS 4 Edward Court

PRICE $320 PW

VIEW 28/02/13 from 2.55-3.10pm

AGENT Nicole Thomas

Available NOW!

Renovated kitchen with gas

cooking, s/s heat/cooling.

Large bedrooms upstairs

and private backyard.

2 A1 B1 C

HASTINGS 3/39 Coolstore Road

PRICE $215 PW

VIEW 28/02/13 from 3.15-3.30pm

AGENT Nicole Thomas


Carpeted lounge room with

separate tiled meals area,

small court yard to rear &

access through house.

2 A1 B1 C

CRIB POINT 3/6 Point Road

PRICE $270 PW

VIEW To be advised

AGENT Nicole Thomas

Available NOW! Light filled open plan living, dining and entertaining areas, includes gas cooking and heating.

2 A1 B1 C

CRIB POINT 3/339 Stony Point Road



Open plan living, split

system heating & cooling,

modern bathroom & rear

deck for entertaining.

2 A1 B1 C

DROMANA 2/32 Cosmos Street

PRICE $285 PW

VIEW To be advised

AGENT Nicole Thomas

Available NOW!

Modern design,open plan,

GDH & a sunny concreted

outdoor area amongst

landscaped gardens.

2 A1 B1 C

HASTINGS 3/17-19 Douglas Street

PRICE $270 PW

VIEW 28/02/13 from 3.35-3.50pm

AGENT Nicole Thomas

Available NOW! Modern style kitchen with GHP, GDH, DBL carport & large workshop with concrete floor.

3 A1 B2 C

CRIB POINT 14 Mentiplay Street

PRICE $280 PWVIEW 26/02/13 4.15-4.30pm 28/02/13 4.15-4.30pmAGENT Lyn Dawson

Available NOW!

Formal lounge, kitchen

with meals area, central

bathroom & undercover

entertaining area.

3 A1 B1 C

HASTINGS 13 Ardent Court

PRICE $250 PW

VIEW 27/02/13 from 4.55-5.10pm

AGENT Nicole Thomas


3 bedrooms, family

bathroom with separate

bath & shower. Kitchen with

meals area & lounge.

3 A2 B2 C

HASTINGS 2 Greythorn Road

PRICE $260 PW

VIEW 01/03/13 from 3.20-3.35pm

AGENT Lyn Dawson

Available NOW! New carpets, kitchen and bathroom, it has all you need and at a price you can afford.

3 A1 B1 C

CRIB POINT 49 Disney Street

PRICE $260 PWVIEW 26/02/13 from 4.35-4.50pm 28/02/13 from 4.35-4.50pmAGENT Lyn Dawson


5986 818846 Years on the Peninsula

AUCTIONEERS • SALES CONSULTANTS • PROPERTY MANAGERS

1377 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud

www.davidshort.com.auCAPE SCHANCK $999,000

SECLUDED SANCTUARY235 Cape Schanck Road

Perched on 5 acres is this solid brick home with internal double brick, pine & red cedar

feature walls, large oregon beams & celestial windows. Three dble bedrms with a massive fourth bedrm/3rd lounge. Two huge living

areas combining open plan kitchen with the dining & 2nd lounge all with deck access.

Solar panels on the roof. Double carport off a wide timber deck which runs the length of the

house both front & rear.

MCCRAE BOATSHED

BOATSHED “WANTED” IN MCCRAECASH BUYER WAITING

CALL US IF YOU ARE CONSIDERING SELLING YOUR BOATSHED IN McCRAE

GENUINE REQUEST BY GENUINE BUYER

SORRENTO $497,500

PRICED TO SELL!!544 Melbourne Road, Sorrento

Situated between the Bay and Surf beaches, this solid 3BR home is within walking distance to

“Koonya” beach. Comprises: Lounge - gas heating. Dining/kitchen area. Drive-thru carport.

ROSEBUD WEST $370,000

CUSTOM BUILT28 Wingara Drive, Rosebud West

Established 3BR home custom built for the owners. Comprises: Formal lounge/dining room. Master

bedrm has WIR. Well fitted kitchen. 2nd living area with aircon. Carport and garden shed at the rear.

ROSEBUD $580,000

HOUSE & VACANT LAND48-50 FOURTH AVENUE, ROSEBUD

Roomy 3BR holiday home on two blocks (separate titles). Lounge with open fireplace & r/cycle aircon.

Well fitted kitchen & split level family room. Huge entertaining sundeck. Each block: 380sqm.

ROSEBUD $420,000

COMBINE LIFESTYLE WITH BUSINESS344 Eastbourne Road, Rosebud

Established 3-4BR home with potential to work from home. Feat: Formal lounge, ensuite main, well fitted kitchen & 2nd living room with adjoining professional

room with sep entry. Together with dble carport.

ROSEBUD WEST $169,500

ECONOMIC BUILDING BLOCKLot 1, 486 Eastbourne Road

Situated only 500m to the beach. Sub-divided 300sqm block fronting Eastbourne Rd with all

services available for connection. Approved plans for a dwelling are available for intending purchaser.

220 Main Street, Mornington 5976 5900 81 Arthurs Seat Road, Red Hill 5989 2364 jacobsandlowe.com.au

131 Pt Nepean Road, Dromana 5987 20002117 Pt Nepean Road, Rye 5987 9000

1 Binnak Way Inspect: By appointment

MORTGAGEE SALE - 20 ACRES* VACANT LAND• Superb vacant parcel with level north-facing building sites (Subject to Council Approval). • Suit lifestyle pursuits including equine, small livestock or horticulture. • Screening hedge lines with irrigation. Mains water connected. Untapped bore water. Meter box installed for electricity. • Great access to Somerville, Mornington & Mt Eliza townships. • Nearby new Peninsula Link freeway with easy north & south access. • Sealed, no through road frontage. * Approximately

Cameron McDonald 0418 330 916

Moorooduc Expressions of Interest closing 21st March at 5pm

16 & 18 Wellington Street Inspect: By appointment

LET YOUR SUPER WORK FOR YOUWith the property market set to rebound over the medium term, strong capital growth is expected. Utilising the scope of your self-managed Superannuation Fund, this quality townhouse would be the ideal investment for the astute investor who is perhaps looking to retire in the near future. In a buyer’s market, this is a unique opportunity to lock in a quality property investment at today’s prices but with a keen eye for the future. Located in sought after and leafy Wellington Street, only minutes walk to the vibrant Main Street shopping strip, this property is currently leased to fantastic tenants at $480 per week. As the saying goes, “the future belongs to those that plan for it”.

Vivienne Spencer 0409 558 330 or Simon Farrar 0412 734 130

Mornington Contact Agent/s


R E A L E S T A T E

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03 5976 1188Shop 37A Bentons Square

Shopping Centre, Mornington

www.bwbre.com.auKathy Darren Layne Jade Sarah

Mornington 51 Killingholme Drive

A perfect start• Featuring high ceilings in the kitchen• Large undercover outdoor entertaining area• Sunken lounge & family room

$490,000 - $510,000 3 2 2

Mount Martha 3 Ekert Court

Future of family living• Dual family living on one title• Rent both for a 4.8% return• Keep your elderly parents close but independant

$880,000-$890,000 6 3 3

Mornington 1/7 Hargreaves Street

Come and live beside the seaside• Nestled 1 house block back from Fishies beach• Views of the bay from the kitchen• Tropical gardens & a delightful deck area

$790,000-$850,000

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Mount Martha 1 Esperance Court

Light, bright & low maintanence• Plenty of space for the growing family• Formal front lounge room• Dining room opens to a marvellous kitchen

Reduced to $530,000+ 4 2 2

Mornington 1/15 Albert Street

Position, privacy and views• Beautiful Tasmanian oak renovated kitchen• 2 separate living areas• Great views from the second bedroom

$650,000-$675,000 3 2 3

Mornington 48 Waltham Drive

Classical limestone living• 9 foot ceilings throughout• Limestone construction - 3 bedroom + study• Well established garden with lots of fruit

$520,000 - $540,000 3 2 2

Mount Martha 14 Century Drive

‘Batting above Don Bradmans Average (99.94)’• Gourmet kitchen with granite bench tops• Formal lounge and dining room• Land size of just under 2 acres (approx)

$930,000 - $970,000 5 2 5

Mount Martha 6/8 Tangerine Court

Retire, relax and enjoy• Open plan living with a low maintenance lifestyle• High ceilings, air-conditioning & ready to move into• Visit the display unit at 2/8 Tangerine Court, Mount Martha

From $435,000 3 2 2

Mount Martha Lot 15 Blue Water Drive

4 bedroom house and land• Save on stamp duty so act now• 471m2 land comfortably holds a 4 bedroom design• A north aspect for living and a brilliant location

$519,000 4 2 2


> VIEW Thurs 7.30 - 8.00pm & Sat 1.00 - 1.30pmor by appointment

> PRIVATE SALE> MEL REF 104 / C12> EPR $1,450,000 - $1,550,000> OFFICE Mornington 204 Main Street 3931> TEL 5973 5444> CONTACT Brett Trebilcock 0439 209 891

Jamie Hughes 0498 006 119

Mornington 1/747 Esplanade‘Seascape’

Superbly located in one of Mornington’s finest locations, this 2 storey home offers two houses in one! Simplyrelax at home with front-row seats to the once-in-a-lifetime bay panoramas! Downstairs comprises fullyself-contained 2 bedroom living, beautiful kitchen, separate living, laundry with a hydraulic lift and access todelightful front private courtyard. The upper level presents versatile living or a further self-contained option. Afull state-of-the-art kitchen, lounge, gas fireplace, balcony, home office/study, powder room and the mastersuite feat spa bathroom and WIR. Other feat: DH/AC, double tandem garage, sep driveway, security alarmsystem and dual entry gates.

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Ray White Carrum Downs Shop 49, 100 Hall Road Carrum Downs Phone 9782 9333 raywhitecarrumdowns.com.au

For further information contactAarryn Cooper 0431 310 152

• Stone Benchtops throughout • Stainless Steel Appliances Inc. Dishwasher

• 2000L Water Tank • Letterbox & Clothesline

• Instantaneous Hot Water System • Tiled Shower Bases

• Remote Panel Lift Garage Door • Fully Landscaped Front & Rear

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Mornington playertightens grip on comp

Star power: Mornington’s Jarryd Cathcartdefeated his more-fancied opponent on

Thursday night.

MORNINGTON’S Jarryd Cathcartstamped his authority on the Morn-ington Peninsula Table Tennis Associ-ation with a resounding victory overFrankston’s Sam Palmer on Thursdaynight.

In the action at the MorningtonTable Tennis club, Cathcart domin-ated his younger opponent from theoutset and the result never looked indoubt as he signalled his intention toreclaim the No. 1 ranking.

Cathcart’s partner Greg Price top-ped off a successful night for Morning-ton when he recorded his first win ofthe A1 summer pennant competition,with a 4-2 victory over club veteranGeoff Lloyd.

Mt Martha’s Sean O’Meara andGary Anderson remain winless aftergoing down 3-2 to Somerville, which

chalked up its first victory of the sea-son.

Although O’Meara was the formplayer of the night, winning both sing-les matches, it was Somerville’s ShaneO’Connor who provided the heroics.When with the match tied at two-all,he took the points against Anderson ina hard-fought decider.

In the remaining match of roundfive, it was Carrum Downs that werevictorious over Langwarrin.

Eighteen-year-old Luke Bronsema,another powerhouse of Morningtontable tennis, got Langwarrin off to aflyer with a 4-0 annihilation of the in-form Mark Flavel.

A 4-2 win over the wily Peter DuPlooy lifted his season record to sixwins from eight matches played thisseason.

But it was all downhill from therefor Langwarrin as Carrum Downssecured a 3-2 win to lift them tosecond place on the ladder.

Tyabb and Mornington share topspot on the A2 grade ladder withTyabb’s John Fedmowski ahead in theLeading Player standings with sevenwins. In what is proving to be a veryeven competition, Andre Keecher,Colin Sim, Derek Williams, JimFurness and Marco Baretta all have sixwins under their belt at the halfwaypoint of the season.


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Peninsula the best by a mile as Country Week titles wonTHE Mornington Peninsula Cricket Associationis the king of country cricket.

Its representative teams claimed theMelbourne Country Week Provincial and divi-sion 3 titles, the senior outfit accounting for Sale-Maffra Cricket Association in the final at AlbertCricket Ground on Friday. The brilliant victorycame on the back of Darren Groves’ (2-36) andScott Phillips’ (4-35) heroics with the ball andthen a solid batting display.

SMCA was bowled out for 203, a total thatwas never going to be enough, with the MPCA’sstar power right down its batting list.

Justin Bridgeman (58) and Rob Hearn (44)laid the platform for the victory, putting on 83

for the first wicket. Daniel Warwick (59 not out)and Phillips (40 no) were at the crease when theMPCA passed SMCA’s total after a rare failurefrom Bobby Wilson (1).

‘‘It was awesome — the final was won duringthe week — we had three really tight wins whichcould have gone either way,’’ Hearn said.

‘‘The final was probably our easiest match ofthe week.’’

Hearn said a number of individual perform-ances had got the MPCA home in several closelyfought games. The availability of Rye coach andformer Premier Cricket star Groves was a hugeboon for the representative team.

‘‘Luke Popov bowled exceptionally well and

Matty Foon bowled and batted well,’’ Hearnsaid. ‘‘Justin Bridgeman is turning 41 this yearand in the last two games he was amazing — hemade a 90-odd and a 50 in the final.

‘‘Having Darren Groves and Scotty Phillipsand guys like that who are all former Premiergrade cricketers really helps.’’

MPCA general manager Paul Pelzer said thewin showed the strength of the competition andsaid it was a credit to the players who hadcommitted to the week-long contest.

‘‘It’s a great result for the MPCA after we fin-ished towards the bottom last year. It’s a greateffort from the boys to win the premiership andto only get through by five runs on the Thursday.

‘‘Last year we had some guys who weren’tavailable and this year we managed to gettogether a reasonable squad together and thathelped us.’’

Pelzer also praised the MPCA second team fortaking out division 3 of Country Week with ahard-fought win over Goulburn Murray CricketAssociation. MPCA was dismissed for 121 in 32overs but managed to dismiss its more experi-enced opposition for 97 to secure a berth in divi-sion 2 next year. ‘‘All the team was under 23except for two players that we put in and theywere playing against senior cricketers from theGoulburn Murray — it’s a great effort,’’ Pelzersaid. — Brad McGrath

No standouts, but Stingrays still an A-teamBY BRAD McGRATH

Hamming it up: : Dandenong Stingrays Blake Mullane takes a dip at the Dandenong Stingraystraining session at Sunnyside Beach, Mt Eliza, on Saturday. Picture: Rob Carew

DANDENONG Stingrays willagain be vertically challenged butthe TAC Cup club expects to bemore even across the board.

Although the Stingrays will nothave a standout talent like LachieWhitfield or Tom Scully, thecoaching panel remains confidentthe team will have the cattle to beamong the competition pace-setters.

The Stingrays finalised theirsquad on Thursday afternoonwith the 59-strong outfit attendinga club camp at Mt Eliza’s CampManyung over the weekend.

‘‘Our testing is pretty good,’’area manager Mark Wheeler said.‘‘We’re probably a bit more evenin our list — we don’t have thesuperstar standouts that we’ve hadin the past.

‘‘As for the depth of our list weprobably go a little bit deeper.’’

The squad has been put througha rigorous fitness campaign over

the summer with the coachingstaff excited by the high levels offitness.

Wheeler said the Stingrays werealready excited about future cropscoming through, with the bottom-aged players impressing over thesummer.

Tom Lamb, Alex Harnett andDaniel Capiron are three 17 yearolds who were late additions tothe Stingrays’ squad.

‘‘The 17 year olds are outstand-ing — we’ve definitely got a goodcrop coming through,’’ he said.‘‘We’re aiming to play four to six16 year olds this year.’’

The squad includes Zac Jonesand Ryan Bastinac, the brother ofMelbourne star Nathan andNorth Melbourne up and comerRyan.

The Stingrays kick off their pre-season campaign on Sundayagainst Sandringham Dragons atTrevor Barker Oval.

They clash with GippslandPower at Pakenham on March 17.

THE SQUAD

Dylan Barfoot (Cranbourne), Jordan Bastinac(Berwick), Nicholas Battle (Doveton), DanielCapiron, Trent Castledine, Brody Connelly(Berwick), Sam Crawford (Mornington), DanielDickinson (Somerville), Brady Egan (Rye),Rourke Fischer (Seaford), Nathan Foote (NarreWarren), James Freeman (Mt Eliza), Jake Gains(Berwick), Nathan Gardiner (Cranbourne), DaleGawley (Narre Warren), Ben Giobbi (NarreWarren), Caleb Gray (Crib Pt), Kyle Gray(Edithvale-Aspendale), James Hammond (MtEliza), James Harmes (Devon Meadows), AlexHarnett (Frankston YCW), Billy Hartung(Mornington), Jack Holden (Edithvale-Aspendale), Matt Homfray (Narre Warren), TroyJacobsen (Somerville), Emmanuel Jakwot (StJohn’s OC), Chris Johnson (Narre Warren), ZakJoens (Mt Eliza), Taylor Joyce (Beaconsfield),Daylan Kempster (Keilor Park), Tom Lamb(Edithvale-Aspendale), Jack Lonie (Seaford),Ryan Marks-Logan (Frankston Bombers),Clayton McCartney (Cranbourne), NicholasMcPherson (Beaconsfield), Corey Micari(Frankston YCW), Daniel Moloney (St BedesMentone), Joel Monger (Mt Eliza), Blake Mullane(Mt Eliza), Joshua Newman (Mornington), JoelO’Sullivan (Mornington), Agape Patolo (NoblePark), Aaron Pawel (Seaford), Blake Pearson(Doveton), Josh Pickess (Frankston YCW), MattRennie (Rowville), Hayden Rigg (Mt Eliza), LukeRowe (Somerville), Angus Scott (Edithvale-Aspendale), Jack Soroczynski (Narre Warren),Trae Tohiariki (Seaford), Jayden Tomkins(Sorrento), Joseph West (Berwick), Jack Wheeler(Noble Park), Mitch White (Seaford), Tyle Williams(Dromana), Aaron Wilson (Narre Warren), JakeWilson (Berwick), Niall Young (Somerville).


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Oh Boy, it’s one more step to the finalsPENINSULA Old Boys moved a step closer toclinching a place in the MPCA Provincial Shieldfinals when it beat Moorooduc at PeninsulaSchool on Saturday.

After an up-and-down first half of the season,the Old Boys found themselves on the cusp ofmissing out on finals. But a series of triumphscoming after the mid-season break put them awin away from securing a place in the finals.

The first step was defeating the resilientMoorooduc, led by captain Bob Wilson, whogave Peninsula plenty of stick in a classy 85.

Moorooduc was chasing 206 and had a lessthan ideal start, losing openers Liam Sheehan (0)

and Shane Garlick (2) early on. Wilson stoppedthe slide, forming a brief but productive partner-ship with Myles Cordeux and keeping his team inthe contest at tea.

After the break, the Old Boys got back ontrack with club president and all-rounder JohnForrest taking the wickets of Wilson andCordeux.

‘‘He [Wilson] is such a good player, so it was animportant wicket,’’ Forrest said. ‘‘We were luckyenough to get him out just after tea.’’

With Wilson and Cordeux back in the shedsthe Old Boys were able to clear the Moorooductail with little resistance. The Peninsula attack

was at its most efficient, sharing the load, withForrest taking two wickets and Adam Jones andZac Fillipone both taking three wickets apiece.

The win was soured with opening batsmanCallum Savio breaking his hand, drawing thecurtains on his season.

The Old Boys are set to regain batsmen EivionBowen and Adam Gailitis, who will add plenty ofpolish and experience into the first XI.

Peninsula takes on Mt Martha in its finalmatch of the season, Crib Point is nipping at Pen-insula’s heels for the same spot in finals, and willsquare off against Ballam Park.

In other Provincial Shield matches, Baxter had

an outright win over the struggling Ballam Park,the victory elevating them to second on the lad-der. Crib Point kept its finals hopes alive with aslender victory over Mt Eliza, Ricky Thompson(70) saving the Pies after a shaky start to theirinnings.

Heatherhill stunned Sorrento after making260 on the first day of play. Heatherhill was justas deadly on the attack, giving ladder leaders Sor-rento no quarter and bowling them out for 120.

Long Island crushed Rye by 123 runs. Morn-ington continued its winning ways and ended MtMartha’s slim chance of finals with a three-wicket win.

Run feast keepsEagles on their perch

Balls up: Boneo’s Jayden Sholl gets on the front foot in their loss to Pines on Saturday. Picture: Wayne Hawkins.

SOMERVILLE has held onto its spotin the MPCA District Shield top fourby blowing Frankston YCW away intheir match at Somerville Reserve onSaturday.

The Eagles blasted 380 on their firstday of play against the young YCWoutfit.

Somerville president Peter Alp waspleased with the way his side handledthe match as they push towards finals.

‘‘We didn’t want to get ahead ofourselves and try and push for anoutright win,’’ Alp said.

‘‘It was about getting the runs on theboard so we could secure the winearly.’’

Somerville is locked in a battle withBaden Powell and Delacombe Park.All three sides are trying to grab aplace in the finals, percentage the onlything separating them.

Frankston YCW battled hard earlywith their youthful top order showingplenty of class. Jason Tucker (23) andJack Greenwood (39) got the

Stonecats off to the right start.‘‘They are a team of kids and they

have a really bright future downthere,’’ Alp said. ‘‘They certainly haveplenty to look forward to.’’

The top order gave a strong show-ing with batsman Stephen Wortonproviding plenty of spark to make 50not out. Keeper Kip Mulgrove chippedin with 38.

Once the top order was down theSomerville attack had no troubleremoving the Frankston YCW tail.The visitors finished the afternoon on180.

Somerville shared the bowling loadaround. Russell Wilkes took threewickets from his 17 overs and JackKennedy also had the same haul.

On Saturday Somerville marks its120th anniversary with celebrations atthe Frankston RSL after their one-daymatch against Seaford. Somerville willunveil their greatest team of the past50 years, selected by a panel led byMPCA legend Bill McMahon.

In other Sub District Shield matches,Baden Powell kept its finals hopesalive, defeating Seaford but falling justshort of an outright victory.

Hastings upset top side Langwarrinto bring themselves back into the hunt

for finals. Carrum easily accounted forMain Ridge with a six-wicket win.

Pines defended its 280 with littleresistance coming from Boneo.

Flinders defeated Delacombe Parkby eight runs.

The loss came at the wrong time forthe Devils. Saturday’s clash againstBaden Powell is now a do-or-die situ-ation for both teams.

— Morgan Cole


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