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By Mike HastTHE chances of Tootgarook Wetlands becoming a listed site of international signifi cance have improved, says Friends of Tootgarook Wetland Re-serves president Cameron Brown.

Mr Brown and his partner Jessica Durrant have led a campaign during the year to preserve what is left of the swamp that once covered 800 hectares.

Less than 450 hectares remain and most is in private hands and subject to grazing and development pressures.

But a recent attempt to convince au-thorities to support listing the wetlands under the Ramsar Convention on Wet-lands of International Importance has met with some support.

Also, lobbying of wetlands landown-ers has yielded positive results, with

the largest owner, Rob McNaught, telling Mr Brown he unreservedly sup-ports the nomination of the swamp, in-cluding his land, which covers a large proportion of the main remnant swamp area.

“So, from Browns Rd to West Rose-bud, the only landowners left to con-sent [to a Ramsar listing] are the own-ers of 85 and 92 Elizabeth Ave, 9 St

Elmos and Mornington Peninsula Shire,” Mr Brown said.

He said the shire council was talking to the Department of Sustainability and Environment and the federal govern-ment about listing the wetlands.

“Shire offi cers are scoping what is required to nominate the site with both state and federal governments.”

On the weekend, the task was made

more diffi cult, though, when the 2.4 hectare block at 85 Elizabeth Ave was listed in the Sunday Age as selling for $3.1 million.

Estate agent Mike O’Neill of Har-courts Dromana confi rmed the price and said it sold to a development con-sortium after failing to meet its reserve of $2.8 million at an earlier auction.

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Friends push WetlandsFriends push Wetlands

By Barry IrvingWOODWORKERS of the Southern Peninsula have done it again – backed up Santa’s elves by producing 800 beautifully crafted toys in 40 days.

The toys are designed and built to a high standard that includes beautiful hand-sewn quilts and mattresses to complete the cots and rocker cradles.

They will become treasured possessions of many of the peninsula’s disadvantaged children, brought to them by Rosebud Salvation Army Corp, Anglicare, Mornington Hamper Group and a new group this year, the Ulysses Motorcycle Club Toy and Food Run.

Gary Sanford, of sponsor Rye &

Dromana Community Bank, said he could imagine the joy the toys would bring to many children.

“The real reward for the toymakers would be to see the faces of the children as they open their gifts on Christmas morning.”

The woodworkers are always seeking new members. “We teach woodturning

and carpentry, and being a member is a great opportunity to make new friends and help make a difference to those who are less fortunate in our community,” president John Bayliss said.

“We are also always on the lookout for raw materials, timber, paint and hardware.”

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Chain of command: The shire’s new mayor Frank Martin with daughter Jodie and wife Di. The couple have fi ve adult children – three daughters and two sons

FRANK Martin is the new mayor of Mornington Peninsula Shire, elected in a close vote over Cr Leigh Eustace on Monday night last week.

Cr Martin, 67, who lives at Arthurs Seat, said he would work hard to protect the green wedge as well as the unique character of peninsula townships.

He would lobby for completion 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.

“My pet wish [is] a velodrome on

the peninsula,” he said during his acceptance speech.

He said upgrades of existing public toilets and construction of new toilets in strategic areas was needed.

Cr Martin’s spoils of offi ce include an $80,000 salary, council car, gold chain and invitations to hundreds of events in the coming 12 months.

During his acceptance speech, Cr Martin said the Mornington Peninsula was a very special place. “We as councillors have a commitment, and a mandated duty, to ensure that it remains that way.

“We must maintain our green wedge;

its magnifi cence is the lungs and the heart and soul of the peninsula.

“We must maintain the uniqueness of our townships and our iconic beaches as well.”

Cr Martin said the peninsula was not a sprawling suburb of Melbourne. “Each town and beach had its own identity and must be preserved.

“To ensure that we continue our direction, my fi rst duty will be to meet with the councillors to prioritise what still needs to be done in this term. We can’t let a ‘it can’t be done’, ‘it’s a caretaker year’ or ‘there’s not the time’ attitude prevent the outcomes we seek.”

On our agenda will be the fi nalisation of the Green Wedge Management Plan, together with our various coastal management and street scape plans.

“We need to be on the front foot as the roll out of the Port of Hastings and Peninsula Link become even more of a reality. We must be vigilant to ensure the best possible outcomes are secured for the peninsula.”

Cr Martin said he would “carry out the [mayoral] duties with integrity, dignity and to the best of my ability”.

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

Mayor Martin: I will Mayor Martin: I will protect green wedgeprotect green wedge

Who is Frank Who is Frank Martin?Martin?ON the shire’s website, new mayor Frank Martin writes: “My wife and I were both born and educated in the Melbourne bayside suburbs. We have fi ve adult children, six grandchildren and have been residents and active with community groups on the peninsula for almost 12 years.

I belong to Rotary and have been a keen cyclist and past president and member of the Tally Ho fi tness and running group for the past 25 years.

I have also been most fortunate to have experienced a varied and interest ing 45-year career in the design, documentation and building of a wide range of commercial, residential, mining and petrochemical projects in Mel bourne, country Victoria and interstate.

In the latter years, my focus was facilities and infrastructure management for the educational and local government sectors.

In more recent times I was contract manager for the ‘Buil-dings’ and ‘Furniture and Signs’ contracts outsourced several years ago by the Morning-ton Peninsula Shire to private enterprise, and now operate a building design practice on the peninsula.

It is essential that only appro-priate, sustainable development is allowed to proceed [on the peninsula] and that envi-ronmental issues are treated sensitively in these areas.

I also believe that support for youth and their gainful employment is paramount; they are the future and should be given every encouragement.”


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By Mike HastPENINSULA residents are being encouraged to have a say at the Taxi Industry Inquiry being chaired by Pro-fessor Allan Fels.

The inquiry is taking submissions from the taxi industry as well as the public, and will recommend how to improve safety, service and competi-tion in its report to the state govern-ment mid-2012.

A key complaint by peninsula taxi users is the lack of vehicles, especially on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights when it’s not unusual to wait up to three hours.

Key complaints by taxi owners and drivers are the behaviour of drunken and aggressive patrons as well as low returns and wages, with no increase in fares since 2008 and rising costs, espe-cially fuel.

Senior police claim taxi shortages lead to increased violence and anti-social behaviour outside late-night venues.

Local MP David Morris said a cru-cial aspect of the inquiry was to “bet-ter understand what people think about taxi services on the Mornington Pen-insula”.

“By taking 10 minutes to complete a survey form, residents can provide valuable feedback about our local taxi system, and how it might be im-proved,” he said.

Late last month, Professor Fels said submissions by people in the industry that customers can expect a taxi short-age this Christmas pointed to deeper structural and systemic issues in the industry.

“There is a deep-seated, serious problem with the taxi system,” he said.

“Regulation has created an artifi cial restriction on the number of taxis and number of licences available.”

The industry said shortages were oc-curring because fares were too low and there were diffi culties attracting driv-ers, “putting up fares was not the right end to start at”.

“A rise in fares would be self-de-feating for an industry that is already struggling to hold customers,” Profes-sor Fels said.

“There is a considerable amount of money in the taxi industry. When people are paying $500,000 for a taxi licence or around $30,000 a year to li-cence holders for the right to operate a taxi, then surely there is capacity to be paying taxi drivers, the people who provide the service, more.

“The industry is on trial this Christ-mas and if it performs as badly as it is predicting then this will indicate the system really does need shake-up and restructure.”

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Shire food guideMORNINGTON Peninsula Shire has launched its Best Bites Food Guide to promote sustainable food businesses.

The Best Bites program assesses and lists local food businesses on what they are doing to provide safe and healthy food, use environmentally sustainable business practices, and provide safe and accessible food premises.

The Best Bites Food Guide is avail-able for free from shire customer service centres, tourism centres, par-ticipating businesses and from www.mornpen.vic.gov.au

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SEVEN young voices are in train-ing to lead the way in singing the national anthem during the coming Australia Day ceremonies on the Mornington Peninsula.

The voices belong to the seven winners of Mornington Peninsula Shire’s national anthem singer competition: Caitlin Morgan, Madi-son Smith, Brooke Miller, Ruby Benjamin, Laila Cooke, Aria Lloyd and Tia Lloyd.

Singing teacher Erik Donnison and pianist Laurie Davis are tutor-ing the singers in the lead-up to the big day.

The seven were chosen by judges on their performances of singing the fi rst two verses of Advance Australia Fair unaccompanied and in traditional fashion.

Radio Port Phillip FM has recorded the seven who will all sing at fl ag-raising ceremonies on

Australia Day around the peninsula, as part of the shire’s celebrations on Thursday 26 January.

The singers will be at events organised by the shire around the theme Recognising Our Heroes:

Dromana foreshore 10.30-11am near the pier, Caitlin Morgan.

Hastings foreshore 11-11.30am, Madison Smith.

Mornington Park 6.15-6.45pm, Aria and Tia Lloyd-

Mt Eliza Community Centre 9.35-10am, Aria and Tia Lloyd.

Rosebud Village Green 10.15-10.30am, Brooke Miller.

Rye foreshore 11am, Laila Cooke.

Sorrento-Portsea RSL, Hurley St, 10.30am, Ruby Benjamin.

For information on all the shire’s Australia Day activities, call 1300 850 600 or visit www.mornpen.vic.gov.au

Set to sing: National anthem singer competition winners who will perfporm on Australia Day are, from left, Caitlin Morgan, Madison Smith, Brooke Miller, Ruby Benjamin, Laila Cooke, Aria Lloyd and Tia Lloyd.

In tune with the In tune with the anthem anthem judges judges

AUSTRALIA Day at Rye will be en-tertaining, with bands, children’s ac-tivities, a national anthem singer and an ambassador.

Victorian RSL president David McLachlan will give the offi cial ad-dress at the Rye fl ag-raising ceremony

at 11am on Australia Day. He is one of the Australia Day ambassadors, who give their time freely to promote the ideals and values of the national day.

Australia Day activities at the Rye foreshore:11am Flag-raising ceremony, includ-

ing talk by David McLachlan and Laila Cooke singing the national anthem.11am-4pm Vintage car display.Midday Free community sausage sizzle.1pm Children’s ‘Mushroom’ show.2-3.15pm The Vincents rock ‘n’ roll show.

3.30-4pm Max Rowe. 4.15-5pm Kikki the Clown.5.15-6pm The Calmer Miles duo.6-7.30pm The 1970s band Legend.8pm Creedence Clearwater Recycled. 9-9.30pm Fireworks.

The Rye activities are part of a se-

ries of events across the municipality organised by Mornington Peninsula Shire with the Australia Day theme Recognising our Heroes.

Details: Call 1300 850 600 or www.mornpen.vic.gov.au for a list of events at other towns.

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WALKERS have a new 100-kilo metre challenge on the Mornington Penin-sula – following a triangular route that links Rosebud, Cape Schanck and Point Nepean.

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.

Nepean MP Martin Dixon offi cially

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).

Mr Dixon predicted the walk would

benefi t peninsula businesses.“The walk is great news for local

businesses and employment, and will help put some of the peninsula’s iconic sites on the national and international tourism stage,” Mr Dixon said.

A map of all the tracks and signs is now available.

For further information contact Parks Victoria at parks.vic.gov.au

On the map: At the offi cial opening of the 100km Mornington Peninsula Walk are Chris Hardman, left, Martin Dixon, Shane Murphy, Tony Sheers, Cr Bill Goodrem, Charles Davidson, Alva Hemming and Libby Jude.

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By Keith PlattA FLASH of colour catches a driver’s eye. A closer look reveals bunches of fl owers carefully placed at the foot of a power pole.

Dark lines running across the bitumen road are the skid marks of heavy duty tyres. They point to where the wheels have left the road, churning up the roadside grass before stopping by some shrubs.

Fifty metres away an echidna scurries safely across the road into a blackberry thicket.

The quiet rural scene belies the tragic tale be-hind the scars on the road.

Weather will wipe them off the surface, but not the scars that will forever be born in the lives of friends and relatives of David and Heather Churcher, the husband and wife who died on this stretch of road mid-afternoon on Tuesday 6 De-cember.

The Churchers, both 55, of Mt Martha, had been enjoying a carefully planned retirement.

Taking time off from sailing the world, the cou-ple was back home for Christmas and taking a tandem bike ride on the peninsula’s back roads at Merricks when they were hit by a tip truck.

Both died at the scene.The tip truck driver has told police that he

swerved to miss a dog on the road.Senior Sergeant Andy Brockway of Rosebud

said on Monday that police were looking for wit-nesses while preparing a report for the coroner.

A dentist by profession and assisted by Heather, David Churcher would put his skills to good use while sailing.

Their 13-metre yacht Courtesan was outfi tted for him to provide dental treatment, especially to disadvantaged people they met when visiting islands on their travels. In one 15-month trip to the South Pacifi c in 2006-07 they handed out 500 toothbrushes.

A sailor since a young lad, David was a life-long member of McCrae Yacht Club and had three times helped the current Australian of the Year, Simon McKeon, in the defence of the Little America’s Cup.

The Churchers had also earlier this year sailed the Atlantic with two of Mr McKeon’s sons.

After storing their latest yacht, the 17-metre Sula, a Discovery 55, at the Norfolk Broads in the UK for the northern hemisphere winter, the Churchers returned to Mt Martha several weeks ago, looking forward to Christmas with family and New Year’s Eve with friends at the McCrae

Yacht Club. A tribute posted on mysailing.com said the couple had “faced many dangers at sea and sailed through some horrible storms”.

“As well as offering support to remote coun-tries, the pair also helped to raise thousands of dollars for charities through cycling events.

“David and Heather are survived by their two children, Andrew and Jacqui, and will be greatly missed by all at McCrae Yacht Club and their lo-cal community.”

Through a relative, the children issued a state-ment saying their parents were “adventurous, car-ing and loving people living their lives to the full-est … They died together doing what they love. Their loss is devastating to all who knew them and they will be greatly missed.”

One family’s memoriam notice summed up the feelings of many: “How could this have hap-pened? They did so many wonderful things for so many people.” A memorial service will be held for Heather and David Churcher at Penbank School, Mornington-Tyabb Rd, Moorooduc, on Friday 16 December. The family has requested donations be made to Plan Australia at www.plan.org.au instead of fl owers.

Silent witnesses: A trail of black rubber and bright fl owers besides the road are the only physical reminders of the events that led to the deaths at Merricks of Mt Martha couple David and Heather Churcher.

Sailing couple dies Sailing couple dies in tandem tragedyin tandem tragedy


NEWS DESK

JPs take a breakJPs take a breakJUSTICE of the Peace signing centres 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 Rosebud police station in Boneo Rd on Thurs days from 11am-2pm dur-ing the Christmas break.

If a JP is over the break, contact the Honorary Justice Offi ce on 9603 9090 or look up commu-nity information directories at council offi ces or com munity information and support cen tres for a list of JPs.

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

Volunteers wantedVolunteers wantedTHE Department of Sustainability and Environ-ment seeks nominations for members of Merricks foreshore reserve management committee.

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

Brendan Kavanagh of DSE said the committee would “play a vital role in decision-making”.

“The foreshore has signifi cant regional recrea-tional, tourist and environmental values, and is highly valued,” Mr Kavanagh said.

“Residents with an interest in conserving and managing the coast, knowledge of the local com-munity, fi nance, legal or community education skills are encouraged to apply, however, no for-mal skills are required.”

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

Briefl y

THE Mornington Art Show enters its 40th year in January.

Presented by Mornington Rotary Club in con-junction with the Mornington Peninsula News Group, publisher of The News, the annual display and sale features high quality works from local, regional and interstate artists.

Rotarian John Renowden said about 1000 piec-es of art will be on display.

“Many local businesses support the work of Rotary through their sponsorship of this exhibi-tion,” Mr Renowden said.

“Some sponsors have been supporting the exhi-bition for more than 20 of the show’s 40 years.”

Sponsorship and art sales, for which Morn-ington Rotary receives a commission, has raised more than $600,000 for local, national and inter-national projects.

In recent years these projects have included: Building the clock tower in Main St, Morning-ton, in partnership with the shire. Supporting Australian Rotary Health, now the country’s largest health research fund.

Providing “shelter boxes” to house families left homeless by natural disasters. Building two gazebos on the Mornington fore-shore and another in Memorial Park. Buying yachts for Mornington Yacht Club’s Sailability program. Financing an Interplast team for cleft lip and palate surgery in the Philippines. Financial and hands-on support for people af-fected by bushfi res and fl oods. Providing money to assist those affected by famine in Africa. Supplying malaria nets for New Guinea villag-ers. Sending an aluminium boat and outboard mo-tor to East Timor. Annually giving money to help eradicate polio.

Opening night for the 40th Mornington Art Show is Friday 20 January. The exhibition will run until Saturday 28 January at Peninsula Com-munity Theatre, corner Nepean Hwy and Wilsons Rd, Mornington.

Art, Rotary combine to helpArt, Rotary combine to help

Great place: Tootgarook Wetlands is home to or a resting place for a variety of threatened and common species including the great egret, top, and rare swamp skink, right. Ecologists say 115 bird species live in the wetlands. Old records show that it was once home to “hundreds of species of native fauna, including the southern brown bandi-coot (endangered), eastern quoll (extinct on mainland), long-nosed potoroo (endangered) and Australian bustard (critically endangered).

Continued from Page 1THE block has permits for a two-stage subdivision of 41 lots.

The land is outside the levee around the swamp and a spokesman for the Southern Peninsula Flora and Fauna Association -- part of a loose consor-tium of conservation groups and indi-viduals fi ghting to save the swamp – said the block at 92 Elizabeth Ave was far more important.

“You fi ght the battles you have a chance of winning, and the block at 85 Elizabeth Ave has had a subdivision permit for several years,” the spokes-man said.

“There is a reserve as part of the sub-division and it would have been better if this public land had been a buffer zone beside Chinamans Creek. The plans allow homes to be built right up next to the creek.

“The land at 92 Elizabeth Ave is contiguous with other parts of the wet-lands and we’re hoping Melbourne Water will buy it.”

Mr Brown said he and Ms Dur-rant had a letter from DSE saying it was doubtful the wetlands would be eligible for Ramsar listing due to the amount of land held by private own-ers.

“But with support from these land-owners, there is no reason why it can’t be considered,” Mr Brown said.

He said DSE recognised two-thirds of the wetlands as a biosite of state signifi cance, which “supports fl ora and fauna and Ecological Vegetation Classes of state and regional signifi -cance.

In October, a public meeting of con-

servationists unanimously endorsed these actions:

1. An immediate moratorium on any wetland infi ll development in the shire be imposed (including projects currently underway, for example, at Henry Wilson Drive industrial estate extension).

2. The responsible authorities pursue the nomination of the greater swamp area as a Wetland of International Sig-nifi cance under the Ramsar Conven-tion.

3. Current zoning for residential, industrial and commercial use of the swamp be reviewed (consistent with a 2003 shire resolution that was not car-ried out).

4. More appropriate environment signifi cance overlays be applied to the current extent of the swamp, including buffer zones.

5. Every effort be made to support the public purchase of the areas of the swamp that are currently in private hands and zoned for residential or in-dustrial uses.

6. Landowners be encouraged to en-ter into conservation covenant agree-ments on their land.

7. An expert long-term reference group with strong community group representation be immediately estab-lished (also consistent with a 2003 shire resolution that was not carried out) to consider, consult and advise on protection measures and future man-agement of the Greater Tootgarook Swamp.

Mr Brown said: “Councillors need to know that they have community support for these things.”

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THE peninsula is a step closer to having a Landcare network after the state government awarded the region one of 60 grants to pay for a coordinator.

A grant of $50,000 will go toward paying for a person to guide the peninsula’s 10 volun-teer Landcare groups and coor-dinate important environmental work, says Bernie Schedvin of Main Creek Catchment Landcare Group.

Ms Schedvin said the peninsula’s groups mainly worked within their own catchments, but a region-wide approach was needed to deal with pest plants and animals, for ex-ample, and a network would en-able greater effi ciencies and more ambitious plans to be set up.

The creation of biolinks – natu-ral areas enabling animals to move between private and pub-licly owned bushland – would be easier with a strong peninsula Landcare network, she said.

A coordinator would help prepare grant applications, monitor and re-port on projects, and liaise with pub-lic bodies and the community.

Recruiting of new members would also benefi t from the po-sition.

The Landcare funding of $12 million was announced by Envi-ronment Minister Ryan Smith.

“Recruiting from within the local community means the fa-

cilitators will have a good un-derstanding of the local area and issues, and will be able to work more closely with their local groups,” Mr Smith said.

Flinders federal MP Greg Hunt praised the grants: “The Morn-ington Peninsula is blessed with a diverse range of landscape and wildlife habitat, and our Land-care groups do an excellent job of caring for and protecting this precious environment,” Mr Hunt said.

The environment plays a key role in the region’s tourism econ-omy, he said, and it was crucial that those who care for this en-vironmental jewel on the door-step of Melbourne be given the resources and support they need.

Ms Schedvin said the money would come to Landcare through Mornington Peninsula Shire.

CouCountry music festntry music festTHE annual Red Hill Country Music Festival is on Sunday 8 January. Gates open at 8am and entertainment is from 9am-6pm. The 2012 line-up includes Markus Meier, Jayne Denham, Amber Joy Poulton, Gunslinger, Rough Cut, Chris Lee, Peter Bay-lor’s Roadhouse Romeos, and Rick Bartlett.

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BLAIRGOWRIE gardener Barry Turner reckons the blooms in his gar-den are so nutritious that they are cre-ating or attracting “mega bees”.

According to Mr Turner the Hima-layan fl owers basking in the sea level Blairgowrie earth were inadvertently brought to Australia "trapped within my hiking boot uppers” after a trip to southwest China.

“These quite minute seeds actually self-propagated in the mud on the up-per cuff,” he said.

“Being a keen amateur botanist I even-

tually succeeded in growing several sam-ples of this amazing plant in my garden.

“These seeds survive metres of snow on the northern slopes of the Hima-layas, which might explain how they survived dried boot mud.”

Mr Turner says the yellow fl owers are regularly visited by “humungous bees, or perhaps they are the result of the nectar that these four- to fi ve-inch yellow daisies secrete”.

While in China and Tibet, Mr Turner says locals told him about large bees that attacked birds and small animals.

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Bee boosters: Bees grazing on Himalayan daisies at Blairgowrie art bigger than normal, according to gardener Barry Turner.

SIXTEEN years after the wars in Ser-bia, Croatia and Bosnia, and 12 years after the end of the confl ict in Kosovo, thousands of civilians remain unac-counted for. A Red Cross photography exhibition showing in Mornington tells the story of some of the missing.

The photos by award-winning Brit-ish photographer Nick Danziger docu-ment the plight of families still wait-ing for news of loved ones who went

missing during the wars in the former Yugoslavia. Beside each photograph is a short description of the missing person and their family’s search for answers, compiled by Canadian writer Rory MacLean.

Missing Lives will be shown at the Mornington Library Foyer Exhibition Space in Vancouver St, Mornington, from 13 December to 29 January.

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NEWS DESK

THE Rotary Club of Sorrento recently celebrated its 50th year of working for the com-munity.

The club was chartered on the 1961 with 25 members in its fi rst year and now has in ex-cess of 60 members.

The club’s district embraces the Mornington Peninsula, in-cluding Frankston, Western-port and Gippsland.

The members of the club are local retirees, semi retirees, lo-cal business and professional people. Consistent with its charter, and that of rotary inter-national, the club provides fi -nancial and in-kind support for local, district and international projects.

The club’s most signifi cant fund raising ventures are its annual art show, annual charity golf day at Sorrento Golf Club, the ever popular sausage sizzle and the provision of parking services at local functions such as the Portsea Swim Classic. The club has raised more than $50,000 in each of the past two years.

Sorrento Rotary club has pro-vides signifi cant fi nancial sup-port for international projects such as Polio Plus, Interplast, and the shelter box program which provides emergency shelter and provisions for those affected by natural disasters such as the pacifi c tsunami.

The club also contributes to various district projects such as donations in kind which sup-ply various goods and labour to needy countries overseas and supports other worthy causes such as the Alola Foundation in Timor Leste.

Locally, the club has been involved in many projects over the years, providing substantial fi nancial support for the build-ing of the Sorrento Community Centre, and the balcony at the Sorrento Life saving Club, and the construction of the barbeque shelter at the end of Hughes Road. They assisted with various heritage projects such as renovation of the Sor-rento Rotunda, and the reloca-tion and renovation of Watts Cottage adjacent to the Nepean Historic Society Museum.

The volunteers have complet-ed a project in conjunction with the shire and Nepean Historic Society on the Policeman’s Point walkway, barbeque, and historic rail station project, and have contributed fi nancially to the Sorrento - Portsea Artists’ Trail.

The club also provides fi nan-cial support for various other local groups and projects such as Nepean Friends of Hos-pice, the two Sorrento primary schools, the Portsea Life Sav-ing Club and Food for All, and have assisted local public

health services through Rose-bud Hospital and Rosebud Re-habilitation Centre.

At a function to commemo-rate the milestone, a letter of congratulation from Premier Ted Baillieu was read; the Pre-mier being represented by his sister Kate Baillieu.

Other guests were District Governor Elect Tony Spring and his wife Carla, District Governor nominee Tim Moore and his wife Jane, Assistant Governor Dick Cox and his wife Julie, President of the Southern Peninsula Probus Club Kevin Donnellan and his wife Vonda, Charter member Past President Ern Jennings and his wife Betty, three Char-ter members’ wives, Pauline Powell, Dorothy Houghton, and Ruth Johnston, whose husband Ed was the inaugural President of the Sorrento Club, and President Richard Brown, from the chartering club, Ro-tary Club of Rosebud–Rye.

President Don Campbell said “the Rotary Club of Sorrento has come a long way in 50 years and can be very proud of the efforts of members past and present who, with the strong support of their partners, have achieved so much.”.

Those interested in the Ro-tary Club of Sorrento can visit www.clubrunner.ca/sorrento for information.

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Of cial OpeningFriday 6th of January. Doors open 6.30pm. Entry $20.Tickets available at “Twiggys Shoes” in Sorrento,or at the door.

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Feature ArtistsRon Farnill, Jo-Anne Seberry and Hans van Vlodrop.

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NEWS DESK

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

Back fl ipper: Seals are a regular sight at Flinders pier where they follow scuba divers and fi shing lines. Photos: Keith Platt

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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 surfingHelping 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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MRS Emu is particularly taken with strong-legged men. It is one of the at-tributes of Cr David Gibb – the long-striding pursuer of prime beeves across his ancestral Dromana paddocks – that sets her heart a fl utter.

Now she’s turned her rapt gaze to-wards the new mayor, Cr Frank Martin. “Strong and silent,” she breathed when she heard the news that, in his mayoral speech, he stated that he wants a velo-drome built on the peninsula.

The Emu wonders about the cost, the demand for it, and whether Lycra-clad pelotons could be detoured into it for a bit of lap work, in lieu of endanger-ing emus and assorted possums getting about their legitimate business along the shire’s highways and byways.

Perhaps, he speculates, it could be built at Rosebud beside, or even around, the proposed pool. A quick 80 circuits then a sweaty splash, Lycra, helmet and all – good idea!

But he agrees that Mayor Martin and his pushbiking mate, CEO Michael Kennedy OAM DBA, need some-where to ride that is of a more sport-ing and less perilous nature than Point Nepean Rd.

And – here’s a thought that might just appeal to the CEO’s and Cr Gibb’s herding instincts – it could become a mandatory part of all councillors’ weekly program to throw the leg over a treadly and follow the Kennedy-Martin team onto the steeply sloped track for a score or two of laps.

A couple of councillors might need trikes, but that would be a small cost to the shire for ensuring a healthy body driving a well-tuned, decision-making mind.

A slim majority of councillors, now known as the Rusties (short for Rust-ed-Ons, members of the Gibb-Kenne-dy faction), would take to it with ease: they are already accustomed to follow-ing their leader in circles.

The rest, dubbed the Trusties, would (as they do in the council chamber) run the Rusties a close second.

So well done, Mr Mayor, thinks The Emu, whose powerful lower limbs enabled him to run down his bride all those years ago. She now has a new objet d’heart to divert her from fl utter-ing her eyelashes at him, giving The Emu time to ponder the sombre wis-dom of the German proverb: “An emu chases a female emu until she catches him.”

Six degrees/votesSix degrees/votesSOME wag has pointed out to The Emu that our fi rst among equals coun-cillor, mayor Frank Martin, has only ever received six votes in his career in local government.

Mayor Frank waltzed into Red Hill Ward at the elections in late 2008 as he was the only candidate to nominate for the seat vacated by long-time council-lor David Jarman.

So no votes there.On Monday night, the vote for mayor

was between Cr Martin and Mt Eliza Ward councillor Leigh Eustace, who joined the shire at the same elections as Cr Martin, although Cr Eustace had

Mayor thinks riding in circles a safe propositionMayor thinks riding in circles a safe proposition

Squash caughts: Outoing mayoress Prue Pittock cuts the ribbon at the Dromana Sporting Club, being built by her husband Graham, the outgoing mayor, watched by Cr Pittock’s mum Kath.

to beat a fi eld of eight candidates.At the mayoral election on Monday

5 December, three blokes threw their hat in the ring – Frank Martin, Leigh Eustace and Cr Bill Goodrem.

Goodrem was knocked out in the fi rst round when he received three votes to Martin four and Eustace four.

Now it was head to head between Martin and Eustace.

The Rusted-Ons held sway with Crs Anne Shaw, David Gibb, Reade Smith, Bill Goodrem and Antonella Celi vot-ing for Cr Martin.

Frank voted for himself, of course. Six votes.

Eustace had his own vote plus those of Crs Graham Pittock, Tim Rodgers, Bev Colomb and Lynn Bowden. Five votes.

The same thing happened for the election of deputy mayor – Anne Shaw voted for herself plus her fi ve Rusted-On mates.

Cr Colomb received fi ve votes – see above.

Squeezed in Squeezed in WHILE the new mayor was being lauded, the outgoing mayor, Cr Gra-ham Pittock, cleverly asked his wife, mayoress Prue Pittock, to open their

under-construction squash courts and gymnasium in Collins Rd, Dromana, on his last full day as the shire’s top dog.

On Sunday 4 December, the couple were joined by Cr Pittock’s mum Kath and a small group of friends and rela-tives to witness Prue cutting the ribbon among the rubble and disarray that goes with an ongoing building project, to be called Dromana Sporting Club.

“At least when we open for business early in the new year we will have a plaque saying it was offi cially opened by the mayoress,” Cr Pittock told by-standers with a broad grin.


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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 alerted 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, Hastings, Somer-

ville and Moorooduc attended the blaze, the fi rst truck arriving 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 stand-ing were the external brick walls and some internal woodwork.

The fi re was partly fuelled by a bot-tled 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 history. 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 caused house fireCharger caused house fire

Heartbreak: Mal Mathers surveys the scene of devastation at his home in Tyabb, burnt by a fi re started by a phone charger. Picture courtesy of the Mathers family

MORE than 100 children and teenag-ers 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 organisa-tion bringing joy to young people coping with a serious illness or other adversity.

Thirty-minute fl ights over the pe-ninsula 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 Foundation, 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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By Mike HastTHE 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 submitted to Mornington Penin-sula Shire four weeks ago.

The most controversial aspect of the plan is the proposed demolition of the 1875 Italianate mansion “Glenbank”, built for Presbyterian Church minister James A Caldwell.

Reverend Caldwell’s three sons were among the 15 members of the Mornington football team that per-ished when a yacht bringing them from Mordi alloc struck Pelican 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 action in France in during the First World War.

Andrew Kerr Memorial Home for Children opened in 1922 and operated until 1976 when children were moved into share homes.

In 1980 Glenbank was bought by the Mornington Bush Nursing Hospital, now The Bays Hospital, for $327,000 and converted into a centre for aged care.

The complex became a separate en-tity in 1986. It is administered by a

volunteer board of local people.Andrew Kerr board chairman Lew

Robbins told The Times the entire complex of single-storey units and Glenbank would be demolished and 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 com-plex was built.

Some of the existing units had shared bathrooms and people now wanted ensuite facilities.

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 address fail ing infrastructure and the need for more appropriate accommodation and facilities for the residents and local community.”

The new complex would address the federal 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 ris-ing damp, wallpaper was peeling and sec tions with lower 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 unsuitable for modern living, he said.

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

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

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

Mr Robbins said the board’s build-ing committee had received feedback from shire planners and would meet with Andrew Kerr’s architects and planning consultants to refi ne the pro-posal.

$$28m aged care centre for Mornington28m aged care centre for Mornington

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.

Peninsula Community Legal Centre provides free

legal assistance for people in Frankston and on the Mornington Peninsual and operates a duty lawyer service at the Frankston court for family violence matters.

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.

The awards celebrate the outstanding achieve-ments and leadership of Victorian legal practition-ers and organisations.

Over the past fi nancial year the centre received 25,011 telephone inquiries and provided informa-tion and referrals to 12,574 individuals In the past decade more than 1000 people have received free legal help at Hastings through the legal centre. The centre’s staff operate fortnightly from the Good Shepherd Youth and Family Service at 1 Church St, Hastings.

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).

Call for men to help end violenceCall for men to help end violence

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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.

Model returns to styleModel returns to style



Killer crossing: Right, Gwen Bates is calling for the Tyabb level crossing to be replaced by a bridge or tunnel 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 her home in the United Kingdom about two weeks ago for legal proceedings asso-ciated a proposed 10-day inquest in May next year into her daughter Kay Stanley’s death on the Australia 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 Frankston to 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 theTyabb station platform.

Mrs Bates has campaigned tirelessly since to clear her daughter’s name as well as lobby government to install safer cross-ings 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 fi nal 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. Mrs Bates fl ew to Australia to at-

tend her daughter’s funeral instead of her wedding.

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

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

“The grade separation should also be part of the Tyabb township plan released by the shire council 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 evidence 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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RYE $320,000 - $350,000AFFORDABLE INVESTMENT WITH POTENTIAL BAY VIEWSThis cute 2 bedroom beach shack which is situated high with potential bay views is one of the most affordable investment properties in Rye. The property has an open plan living layout, large deck area and is currently tenanted till 27/3/2012 at $225.00 p/w. Continue to lease the property while you organise plans and permits which take in the views of Port Phillip Bay and build your dream beach house, leave it as a rental property or use it as a holiday house the choice is yours. Inspection is by appointment only.

Paul Basso 03 5981 1200

ROSEBUD WEST $365,000 - $400,000RENOVATORS DELIGHT..Only walking distance from Capel foreshore/shops, Rosebud plaza, hospital & schools, this block with timber cottage set on 588sqm of land would be suited for renovator or developer, possible 2 unit site STCA or renovate & extend - the choice is yours. Comprising of cosy lounge with warm gas heater, kitchen with meals area, 2 bedrooms with built in wardrobes, bath & toilet combined, laundry, large undercover deck overlooking the north facing rear yard, garden shed, single garage & carport. Ring today & book your inspection as Vendors keen to sell...

Ryan Deutrom 0406 426 766

ROSEBUD $359,950CLOSE TO EVERYTHING ROSEBUD HAS TO OFFERCurrently tenanted at $245.00 p/w till 11/2/2012. This partly renovated 2 bedroom beach house is located in the heart of Rosebud and is within an easy stroll to the Rosebud Shops and Beach. The home features include: separate lounge with gas heating, renovated kitchen with dishwasher and S/S appliances looking over meals area and a 2nd living area, renovated semi ensuite bathroom, new carpets and old world timber floors throughout. Outside there is a single car garage and a nice bright outdoor area. Ideal for BBQ’s and entertaining. This property is perfect for an astute investor who is looking for a property to rent out.

Paul Basso 03 5981 1200

Rosebud West1649 Pt Nepean Rd 5981 1200

PROPERTIES FOR RENT3 / 4 Foam Street, Rosebud $190.00 Per week

2 Bedroom 1 Bath 1 Car Available 29th December

6B Nautilus Street, Rye $150.00 per week + $50

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1/13 Hygeia Street, Rye $210.00 per week

3 Bed 1 Bath 1 Car Available 26th December

8 Alma Street, Rosebud $300.00 per week

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A position that’s just beachyONLY minutes from Rosebud beaches and shops, this lovely brick home offers open-plan living with an outlook to an established garden area. There are three bedrooms, all with built-in robes, and a dual-entry bathroom for the main bedroom. The living area includes a kitchen and meals area plus living room and there is gas heating. Set on a 663-square metre block with a wide frontage, there is room for extra vehicles, and a paved driveway leads up to a wide carport. This property, with its fi ne location, would make a great investment property or retirement home.

Address: 28 Keogh Street, ROSEBUDPrice: $359,000Agency: T Hobson Real Estate 1245 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud, 5986 8811Agent: Alex Menassa, 0419 328 775

SORRENTO 10 Tallant Avenue P.O.A

Stunning views - designed with family in mindSet amongst the Moonah’s on an elevated allotment of approx. 727m2 with a 3rd level viewing balcony sits this fabulous rendered brick home. This impressive property offers hydronic heating throughout plus s/system upstairs and all windows are tinted. An exposed aggregate driveway leads to the double garage with internal access and roller door at the rear.CONTACT: Cathy 0400 867 154

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Looking for a project? Come play with me!Lots of options here with this home situated close to parks, shops and the beach. Priced to sell and situated on approx. 587m2 the interior is an interesting and roomy design with some cosmetic work needed. The kitchen has gas stove, bathroom has separate bath and shower & two bedrooms with a third converted from the rear of the single garage.

CONTACT: Cathy 0400 867 154

RYE 2 Yannuga Street $379,000

Lazy, hazy, crazy days of SummerWhat better way to relax & enjoy Summer than in your very own holiday home. This property is positioned on a fantastic corner allotment (720m2) and close to local store and a short drive to beach and shops. With huge street appeal there are 2-3 bedrooms, dual entry bathroom, gas heating and electric cooking.


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Picture PerfectThe hardest decision you may face should you be the lucky new owner of this home is do I spend my time relaxing inside or out? The second you inspect this recently renovated brick home you will see why. Comprising 2-3 bedrooms, 2 living areas, gas cooking & heating, r/cycle cooling and family bathroom with large shower.


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Short stroll to the waterWITH a seaside cottage atmosphere, this quaint two-bedroom home on a quiet street would make a great investment property or weekend getaway for the family. Within walking distance of all town amenities, the home is set on a very manageable 580-square metre block, allowing more time for fun and sun rather than gardening. There are several outbuildings including a double garage and garden shed. The living areas are all open plan with a combined kitchen, dining and lounge, while both bedrooms have built-in robes and there is a separate bath and toilet.

Address: 17 Ella Crescent, ROSEBUD WEST Price: $350,000 – $385,000Agency: Basso Real Estate, 1649 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud West, 5981 1200.Agent: Ryan Deutrom, 0406 426 766


Cottage CharmWarm and inviting two bedroom cottage, set amongst impressive well established gardens. Comfortable lounge room, light and airy kitchen with island bench and roomy meals area with sliding French doors leading onto the rear sun deck. The master bedroom has a delightful garden aspect and also opens onto the deck. Second bedroom includes a small but sunny alcove, plus there is a spacious and light filled bathroom with sunken bath.

Don’t Go Past ThisNeat and tidy brick veneer home with loads of potential as a brilliant investment, permanent residence or potential two lot development. On a very generous 755m2 block the home has a comfortable lounge room, well lit dining area and a good sized kitchen. Easy access is available through the single carport to a large backyard with a double steel garage. All located in a sought after position, close to shops and amenities.

Feel At HomeThis stylish and superbly presented home has a great atmosphere and features two separate living zones incorporating living room, impressive kitchen and meals area with high set celestial windows. Formal lounge, separate entry, family bathroom and fresh paint and floor coverings throughout. Set amongst well established gardens with a two carports & single garage.

Secluded EntertainerFantastic four bedroom family home on spacious 864m2 block backing onto RACV golf course with generous living and impressive outdoor entertaining. Formal lounge with cosy coonara, central kitchen and meals area or second living zone. Fully fenced in-ground solar heated pool together with double carport, single lock up garage, storage shed/workshop and veggie patch. Sure to impress!

Class, Quality & LocationJust completed is this first class unit situated in a brilliant beachside location. Offering three bedrooms, master with ensuite & walk in robe, family bathroom, generous north facing living area and double remote garage. Quality fittings and fixtures throughout plus high ceilings, real polished timber flooring, central heating, s/s air-conditioning and a well fitted kitchen with stone bench tops and quality appliances.

Family EntertainerImpressive family home on a superb 1257m2 corner allotment in Rosebud South. Two large living zones, study, separate meals area and a stylish Blackwood timber kitchen. Fabulous family bathroom with feature spa bath set under a huge glass atrium. Ideal enter-tainer with swimming pool and paved BBQ area - great for Summer! Set behind feature fencing with a large circular driveway, well maintained gardens, double carport plus three car brick garage.

Holiday HideawayEnjoy summer by the beach in this fantastic family home just a short 300 metre stroll to the shore. Downstairs has a large O/P kitchen, meals and lounge area, master bedroom with FES, laundry and a separate bathroom. Upstairs finds a good sized family room with kitchenette, 4 bedrooms + central bathroom. Wrap around deck, great undercover bbq area, carport and large storage shed/workshop. Low maintenance corner block of 429m2.

Space On A Grand ScaleDesigned with space, comfort and quality entertaining in mind. Features a fantastic hostess kitchen with well fitted butler’s pantry, separate lounge room complete with a two way gas log fire plus an impressive master bedroom suite. Also includes an additional rumpus/theatre room and study at the front of the home with the fourth/guest bedroom having its own ensuite. Situated on a generous 2000m2 allotment and backing onto a reserve.

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ROSEBUD $479,000 ROSEBUD $535,000 ROSEBUD WEST $539,000 ROSEBUD $849,000

5986 3000Breathing new life into real estate

SHOP 9, 967-991 PT NEPEAN RD, ROSEBUD

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WITH a recent internal makeover and another welcome cut in interest rates, this well-presented and spacious home has become more appealing for fi rst home buyers and small families. Sited on a corner block, the brick-veneer home has two bedrooms and a separate bathroom. The makeover has seen improvements to the living areas with polished timber fl oors and a neat kitchen featuring stone bench tops and a stainless-steel rangehood and gas stove with an island bench. An adjoining dining area has access to an undercover entertaining area with new sun blinds.

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Address: 25 Lombardy Avenue, DROMANA Price: $349,000 – $375,000Agency: McMillan Real Estate, 211b Point Nepean Road Dromana, 5981 8181.Agent: Steve Edmund, 0419 396 976

YOU can hear the waves rolling in at Rye back beach, which is just moments away from this high-set western red cedar home. Private and set on an 863-square metre block that slopes upwards, there is a manageable amount of lawn and trees in the front yard.The back yard is virtually maintenance free with an impressive, two-tier timber deck leading up to the back of the block with only a few native trees and grasses to keep in check. Meander up the path to take in the sweeping, 360-degree view across the tree tops. The very neat home has three bedrooms, all with built-in robes, and an open-plan area includes the kitchen, dining and living rooms. A downstairs area contains a rumpus room and powder room.

Address: 10 Clematis Court, RYEPrice: $429,000Agency: David Short Real Estate, 1377 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud, 5986 8188Agent: Wayne Robertson, 0438 255 594

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One of the bestTOTALLY refurbished to the most precise standards, this two-bedroom unit – one of two on the block – is a rare opportunity for the astute purchaser to secure an outstanding, totally maintenance-free villa within easy walking distance of the beach and Rye township. Highlights of the home include a sparkling bathroom, a large open-plan living area with polished timber fl oors and picture windows, but the crown jewel is undoubtedly the stunning kitchen with quality appointments and appliances, and a striking red glass splashback.To complete the package there is a security system, split-system air-conditioning, garage, room for extra vehicles in the fully fenced rear yard, which is completely paved, and an undercover entertaining area.

Address: 1/46 Grandview Drive, RYEPrice: $370,000 – $390,000Agency: Stockdale & Leggo, 2397 Point Nepean Road, Rye, 5985 6555Agent: Glenn Key, 0402 445 208

5986 818845 Years on the Peninsula

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Conquers the fi nal frontierSPACE. We all want it, we all need it. With this home you certainly have it. Designed to incorporate family comfort and a love of entertaining, this stunning home features polished concrete fl ooring and high-set ceilings that deliver true open-plan living. A fantastic hostess kitchen forms the centrepiece with an impressive stone island bench, butler’s pantry, dishwasher and a servery to the al fresco area. Relax in the separate lounge room complete with a two-way gas log fi re and then retire to the impressive master suite complete with walk-in robe and ensuite. The second and third bedrooms share the main family bathroom, and the fourth bedroom would be ideal for guests with its own walk-in robe and ensuite. A rumpus room is toward the front of the home. The home is on a 2000-square metre allotment backing directly onto a reserve. The property offers everything you could possibly need to raise a growing family or for a couple seeking space and privacy.

Address: 8 Crestwood Drive, ROSEBUDPrice: $849,000Agency: Flynn & Co. Real Estate, Shop 9 / 967-991 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud, 5986 3000


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Steve Edmund0419 396976

www.rogermcmillan.com.au211B Point Nepean Road, Dromana. Phone 5981 8181

DROMANA $349,000 – 375,000

CHARMER IN DROMANAWell presented spacious family home, recent internal makeover, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, open plan living, stone bench tops, polished timber

location, electric gates, garage, undercover entertaining area and new sunblinds. Priced to sell. Prices and interests rates are down, so now is the time to buy buy buy. MORE PHOTOS COMING AFTER INTERNAL PAINTING.

25 Lombardy Avenue

Steve Edmund 0419 396 976

DROMANA $669,000

WATCH THE SHIPS AND RELAX !Amazing uninterrupted views across Port Phillip Bay to Melbourne and Mount Martha. This 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with study has got the lot. With great outdoor entertaining out on the deck protected from weather by an automated louvre roof.

21 Hillview Street


DROMANA $495,000

A ‘NO BRAINIER’ ON RAINIER

2 bathrooms and large deck area overlooking the garden and reserve. Open plan living and family room with 2 bedrooms & bathroom upstairs. Double remote door garage at the front & 4 car lock up garage at the rear with dual access. This offers huge opportunities for storage, workshop or boat storage.

77 Rainier Avenue


DROMANA $328,000

CORNER BLOCK – 2 UNIT SITE (STCA)25 Canna Street


ROSEBUD $560,000 - $590,000

200 METRES TO FORESHORE & BEACHFabulous and spacious family residence. 4 separate living zones,

reverse cycle A.C. Sauna room, solar panels feeding grid.

4 Paterson Street


SAFETY BEACH $559,000

VENDORS INSTRUCTIONS - SELL TODAYThis brand new 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is priced to sell. With 2 living

data and power points in the study. A reticulated anti-termite system with

at Martha Cove.

148 Clipper Quay


SAFETY BEACH $540,000 - $579,000

GOLF COURSE RESORT LIFESTYLE83 Palm Tree Drive


ROSEBUD $279,950

BEAUTIFUL BAYVIEWS!

from the road with all services available. This piece of paradise is ready for your dream home.

71 Carrathool Avenue


DROMANA $380,000+

BIG – MODERN - AFFORDABLE14 Catalina Avenue


SAFETY BEACH $549,000 - $579,000

JUST WALK IN – ENJOY!Walk to the golf course, walk to the pool, walk to the tennis courts, walk

maintenance garden. New carpets throughout, new blinds, new en-suite,

and clubhouse.

10F Country Club Drive


ROSEBUD $559,000 - $589,000

‘BEACH BEAUTY’

courtyard garden. Open plan living – ultra modern.

11 Wilfred Street



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Deceased estate - Must be sold!74 Marine Drive Safety Beach

Auction Saturday 28th January 2012 at 2.30pmInspect By AppointmentAgent Anthony McDermott 0403 161 125

Just under 1000sqm of prime land opposite the beach ready for further development (STCA). The current brick veneer dwelling has been very well maintained and features three bedrooms and a bathroom with combined lounge and dining and separate kitchen. The home has a flat roof, so going upwards is an option and there is plenty of space on the flat block that measures 15m x 65m. Plenty of options here to sub-divide, re-build, go up or extend. Property will be sold on or before auction day.

193 Point Nepean Road,Dromana VIC 3936 5987 3233

www.stockdaleleggo.com.au/dromana

Coolangatta goldYOU won’t need to be an ironman or women to claim this great family home as your own. Set in the foothills of Arthurs Seat State Park and designed to capture every degree of its north-facing view of Port Phillip Bay, this tremendous home is surprisingly large and spacious with sunny, open-plan living areas. It’s in a quiet street on a 1002-square metre block (approx) that has a gentle rise towards the back. There is a private rear deck overlooking the yard and a balcony off the living room. There are four bedrooms, no built-in robes, however the main bedroom has an ensuite. Downstairs is a multi-purpose room ideal for a rumpus room or second living area, or even a large fi fth bedroom.

Address: 11 Coolangatta Terrace, DROMANA Price: $655,000Agency: Stockdale & Leggo, 193 Point Nepean Road, Dromana, 5987 3233Agent: Adam Alexander, 0406 236 393

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More than meets the eyeSITED on one the biggest corner blocks you will fi nd, this outstanding home has space for the whole family and more. Measuring 1600 square metres, the block has lush lawn areas and some landscaped gardens with a large concrete area in front of the double garage providing extra off-street parking. A bird’s eye view reveals four distinct areas with living rooms, including a formal lounge, and the main bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite, positioned nicely towards the front of the home to best capture the sun. Towards the middle are two more bedrooms and the wet areas including a family bathroom and separate laundry. The home is well built and offers plenty for the green thumb and the handy person with a big double garage and another similar-sized workshop for the tools.

Address: 29 Somerset Drive, DROMANA Price: $595,000Agency: Stockdale & Leggo, 193 Point Nepean Road, Dromana, 5987 3233Agent: Anthony McDermott, 0403 161 125


193 Point Nepean Road,Dromana VIC 3936 5987 3233

Dromana9 Great Reasons Why

Price $395,000 plusInspect By AppointmentContact 03 5987 3233

Ideal for permanent living or investment this 3 bedroom home has open plan living,renovated kitchen & bathroom plus two entertaining decks with bay glimpses. A huge garage has power & water. Currently tenanted, Land 742sqm approx. could be sub-divided (STCA)

holiday or invest

Opportunity Of A LifetimeAway from the hustle and bustle and set within an elevated hillside position these 2 substantial building blocks both with wide bay views are offered for sale for the first time in 55 years. Design, develop, live, enjoy and reap the future capital growth. Total land area: 1600sqm (approx). Chance of a lifetime so be quick!

Price $525,000 plusInspect Sun 2-2.30pmContact 03 5987 3233

4 Victoria Crescent Safety BeachLocation, Location, Location

Just 450 metres (approx) to the beach this stunning family home features 2 outdoor entertaining areas, 3 bedrooms plus a study, master with FES & WIR and 2 separate open plan living zones with GDH & evaporative cooling, spa bath, garage with internal entry, enclosed yard & extensive paving. This home is sure to suit your needs.

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2/24 Palm Grove DromanaWalking Distance To The Beach

Price $349,000Inspect Sat 3-3.30pmContact 03 5987 3233

Less than 12 months old, this 2 bedroom unit is only approx. 600 metres to Dromana foreshore and shopping precinct. Comprising of master bedroom and second bedroom both with BIRs, central bathroom, separate laundry and kitchen with Caesar stone bench tops, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, gas cook top and electric oven. With low maintenance gardens and timber entertaining deck.

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Safety BeachOutstanding Beach Retreat

Price $349,000Inspect By AppointmentContact 03 5987 3233

Live, lease out or use as a weekender the choice is yours! A tranquil setting and only 300 metres to the Peninsula’s best beach! Wow! Call now to inspect this tremendous residence offering 3 bedrooms, spacious meals and living areas, ample bench and storage space in kitchen, gas heating and lot of potential for renovation. Enclose yard and LU garage. Move fast this one is HOT!!!!!

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DromanaCorner Block - Being SOLD Fully Furnished


This very neat & tidy brick home, set upon a corner allotment, has the opportunity for a future 2 lot subdivision (STCA). The home has 3 bedrooms all with polished floors and BIRs. Open plan dining/meals area and kitchen with ample bench space, gas cooking, GDH and a carport at the rear of the home. Low maintenance, near new fencing and some established fruit trees. Call now sure to not last!

Safety BeachDeceased Estate - Must Be Sold

Auction Saturday 28th Jan 2012 at 2.30pmInspect: By AppointmentContact Anthony McDermott 0403 161 125

Just under 1000sqm of prime land opposite the beach ready for further development (STCA). The current BV dwelling is well maintained and features three bedrooms,bathroom, lounge and dining with separate kitchen. There is plenty of space on the flat block, that measures 15m x 65m, to sub-divide, re-build, go up or extend ( STCA). Property will be sold on or before auction day.

47 Nepean Highway Safety BeachWalk To The Beach

Price $395,000 plusInspect Wed 5-5.30pmContact 03 5987 3233

Less than 600 metres to one of the area’s best beaches and on approx. 660sqm sits a much loved holiday home held by the same family for scores of happy summers. With some TLC hyou can bring this home back to its former glory; build a great family home on a block close to the sea or (STCA) develop this into a 2 unit site. The choice belongs entirely to the lucky purchaser.

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DromanaBest Value In Dromana?

Price $450,000 plusInspect By AppointmentContact 03 5987 3233

Open space & natural light are abundant in this tremendous townhouse. Your holiday or permanent home is walking distance to the beach (approx 7-10 mins) & all other amenities via a walkway directly to Pier St. Features include 3 bedrooms, main with FES and all with BIR’s, study, powder room & huge o/plan living. GDH & s/steel kitchen appliances including d/w. Double remote garage with internal access.

DromanaSurprising Inside - Inspection A Must


This virtually brand new residence is designed and built with no expense sparred. Stunning polished timber floors, an abundance of natural light and large open plan living are just a few of the many pleasing features. Each bedroom has its own bathroom, S/S kitchen appliances, lots of bench space and kitchen cupboards. LU garage, rear enclosed yard with garden shed. CALL NOW

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Price Negotiable over $490,000Inspect By AppointmentContact 03 5987 3233

DromanaSpace For The Whole Family - Must Be SOLD!Set on an elevated position offering space and accommodation for and many pleasing features throughout. Boasting 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living areas + rumpus, as well as bay views from the upstairs lounge, master bedroom and decking area. An excellent outdoor entertaining area leads to the fantastic solar heated swimming pool and backyard. Large workshop/utility room. Carport and lots of off street parking.

2 Mary Street DromanaVendor Says Sell - Massive Price reduction

Price $479,000Inspect Sun 3-3.30pmContact 03 5987 3233

With 3 separate living areas, 2-3 bedrooms all with BIRs, low maintenance gardens, bay views from lounge & master bedroom plus an entertaining deck. Gas ducted heating/evap cooling,downstairs rumpus or garage just waiting for you to complete or build double garage/carport (STCA). Ideal family/holiday/investment/retirement home

Price $660,000 plusInspect Sat 2-2.30pmContact 03 5987 3233

7 Raymond Drive DromanaOpportunity Of A LifetimeSituated high on the hillside & close to national park this beautifully presented home is full of character & charm with views from the dining, kitchen and deck areas. Open plan living, polished floors, sun filled rooms, 4 bedrooms (main FES & WIR) + study + studio. Large kitchen with s/steel appliances and bench space. GDH & air conditioning Land size 1144sqm (approx). Fully landscaped.

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DromanaOwner Says Sell - Ready To RealiseThis townhouse is HUGE in comparison to others. Quality built and solidly constructed with space for the whole family including 5 bedrooms, 2 living areas, 3 bathrooms (2 ensuites), 4 toilets, GDH & evaporate cooling throughout, covered outdoor entertaining area, huge double garage and enclosed yard with possible access for boat, caravan or jet ski/s. North facing balcony with bay glimpses.Call Now sure to not last.

26-28 Cairn Road McCrae

Price $679,000Inspect Wed 5-5.30pmContact 03 5987 3233

What A Property - What A ViewThis home boasts 5 bedrooms, master with spa ensuite, new carpet & polished floor boards, 3 living areas, cellar, double garage all on an enormous block of 2469sqm (approx). Also with GDH, decking to the front and rear of the property, the rear deck is covered for all weather use, beautiful gardens and water features with separate driveway ccess to the rear yard for caravan, boat, jet ski or trailer.

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29 Seacombe Street DromanaThe Future

Price $470,000 NegotiableInspect Wed 5-5.30pm & Sun 1-1.30pmContact 03 5987 3233

What will this property be worth in 10 years time????? Buy now and reap the future rewards. Set just 350ms (approx) from the foreshore, walking trail, public transport and the shops this fantastic property has an existing three bedroom BV home that can be leased while you are seeking town planning approval to build two (2) units or townhouses (S.T.C.A.). A great holiday house or rental.

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2397 Point Nepean Road,Rye VIC 39415985 6555

9 Meadow Avenue RyeThe Decision Has Been Made

Price $375,000- $395,000Inspect By appointmentAgent Glenn Key 0402 445 208

Our vendor is motivated to move on and has re-priced the property to reflect this decision. Of brick veneer construction the home occupies a large level block in the heart of Rye. Comprising 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 totally separate living areas it is a home that can be enjoyed fully by all the family as a permanent home or idyllic holiday home. Investors are urged not to overlook this property as a brilliant addition to their portfolio. The location offers a lovely tranquil setting with the beach and shops only a short distance away. With summer upon us it is time for property prices on the Peninsula to head north. Dont be caught un-awares. Act promptly.

6 Nalong Street RyeBrilliant Home - Bay Glimpses

Price $439,000Inspect By appointmentAgent Glenn Key 0402 445 208

For once the bay views are understated. They really are very good indeed. The home is in brand new condition in every respect and sits on an extremely low maintenance block with superb Moonah trees and very little lawned area. There is plenty of room for the kids to play. The home has 3 bedrooms, full ensuite and walk in robe, second family bathroom, 2 separate living areas and a very nicely appointed kitchen. Beautifully fitted out with highly polished timber floors, ducted heating, split system air conditioner and more. There are 2 decks leading off the living zones. A garage with remote door finishes off an outstanding modern family holiday or permanent home. The vendors have made the commitment to sell and have priced the magic property accordingly.

58 Mathis Avenue TootgarookPeninsula Lifestyle At Its Best

Price $340,000 - $370,000Inspect By appointmentAgent Alana Balog 0412536624

This delightful home offers the complete package for the astute buyer seeking a good quality home in pristine condition to enjoy all year round. Bathed in natural light the home feels fresh and a pleasure to be in with open plan living a major drawcard which adds to the spacious feel of the home. Adjoining this room we have a very well appointment central modern kitchen. There are 3 bedrooms and a family sized bathroom.. On a low maintenance block with pretty private gardens the home has an extensive outdoor entertaining area perfect for year round family fun. The entire property is very well maintained and a delight to inspect. Positioned just far enough from the hustle and bustle of main street area yet close enough to pop down to the beach for a swim, and of course the general store across the street.

43 Walbrook Road RyeDreams Really Do Come True

Price $430,000 - $460,000Inspect By appointmentAgent Glenn Key 0402 445 208

Picture if you will, the perfect scenario. The house you want, just the right size in pristine condition on a beautiful double block with pretty manicured gardens, a double garage and extra garden shed/workshop and all this in a leafy highly sought location with easy access to shops, beaches and the long list of Peninsula activities. Now, make it affordable. Sounds like the impossible dream? Well folks heres the solution. This property consists of a block in excess of 1250 sqmts, the gardens are a treat, it does have the garage and shed and it is in the prettiest leafy location. Whats the catch you may ask? There really isnt one other than the fact that the stunning brick and timber home is a touch on the small side with 2 bedrooms, with the option of a 3rd, open plan living and kitchen.

94 Morris Street TootgarookInvestment Bonanza

Price $380,000 - $410,000Inspect By appointmentAgent Glenn Key 0402 445 208

No need to go searching for a tenant as this property is already securely let to great tenants. Currently returning a healthy $1,347pcm this really is opportunity knocking. The location is ideal being quite close to an excellent primary school, parks, beaches and shopping centres. The home offers 3 bedrooms, a comfortable living room polished boards, modern kitchen and bathroom. There is the bonus of a separate bungalow/office and a separate double garage. All this on a lovely level corner block of 750m2 (approx). Investment opportunities this good are hard to come by and don’t last so you will need to act quickly to secure this little gem.

30 Fern Grove RyeA Fabulous Find On Fern

Price $640,000 - $675,000Inspect By appointmentAgent Diane & Phil Key 0419 324 515

One of the districts most popular residential boulevards because of its proximity to the vibrant action packed happenings of the Mornington Peninsula without sacrificing the beauty and serenity of a delightful leafy neighbourhood. This home has grown to accommodate a larger family without compromising its characteristic charm and flair. Set well back from the street it offers a safe fun filled front yard for the kids to play as well as private rear yard boasting an entertaining area and a nicely stocked veggie garden. There is a double carport and garden shedding. The home itself offers an interesting floor plan with the emphasis on family fun and entertaining. Step into the entry and you will be quite surprised at the size of this room, a perfect introduction to what’s in store.

9 Burdoo Street RyeLove In An Elevator

Price $580,000 - $638,000Inspect By appointmentAgent Diane & Phil Key 0419 324 515

Check me out. I am a sleek glass elevator professionally installed to zip from the ground floor to the main living area above. I am fast and efficient. I am large enough to take a wheelchair and its occupant to join in the fun above. Shopping? Not a problem, simply bring it aboard and push the button, “up we go.” Needless to say kids think Im just ace. I am there, at your command. Now let’s take a look around. The ground floor houses a vast area that has at one time been a flat but now offers bedroom accommodation with toilet and bathroom facilities and a separate entrance if desired. Climb aboard and up we go. Now for the fun bit. The views from up here are magnificent. The glistening bay awaits to soothe and relax you from the living areas and master bedroom and step out onto the massive alfresco decked/dining area.

115 John Street TootgarookTootgarooks Most Affordable House

Price $300,000 plusInspect By appointmentAgent Alana Balog 0412 536 624

Make no mistake this is the bargain of a lifetime! Perfectly liveable, loaded with potential and close enough to walk to the beach. On a great level block with room for the whole family to enjoy. The home has a lovely big lounge, country kitchen, large family meals area, 2 big bedrooms and facilities. There’s also a carport, garage, shedding and even an old bungalow. Who should look? Budget conscious first home buyers, handymen and women, investors or holiday home seekers. The vendor is keen to sell and will consider all realistic offers, realistic being the key word. Inspect with confidence and buy before Christmas.


1/137 Boneo Road Rosebud

Spacious, light and bright unit on a separately titled two lot subdivision. Offered for sale in excellent decorative order and ready to move into or rent out.The property offers generous living accommodation with a spacious lounge plus dining area, recessed kitchen with gas stove and wall mounted gas oven at waist height. There are two BRs, both of which are larger than usual and both have fitted wardrobes. Main bedroom has rev cycle air con. Backyard is a town patio with no maintenance and is part covered. Access to the single lock up garage, under cover washing line, large rain water tank with pump and fully fenced, gated and secure.

113 Ninth Avenue Rosebud

ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS

Try to resist this cute three bedroom home situated within walking distance to the shops and beach. There is nothing to be spent on this charming cottage with beautiful polished boards, near new kitchen and bathroom, ducted heating and split system. On 454m2 of land with extra accommodation or a rumpus room at the rear of the property this home would make a great rental property, holiday home or permanent living

2/135 Boneo Road Rosebud

QUIET REAR UNITWith a location that is both convenient and practical, this beautifully refurbished BV unit is one of only two on the block and is separately titled with no body corporate fees. The unit has just had brand new carpets installed and been professionally painted throughout. You will love the great floor plan with L shaped lounge/dining, with the kitchen dining opening onto the large rear garden. The unit is filled with natural light and boasts two large bedrooms both with BIRs, spacious central bathroom, sep toilet and a practical laundry, with access to the back yard. Located on 460m2 of land with a slug there is plenty of room for guests with a separate visitor parking area.Price $325,000Inspect By appointmentContact Rosebud Office 5986 8600

20 Barragowa Dve Rosebud West

SOLID BRICK HOME

Three bedroom brick veneer villa home on flat block with under roofline carport. House is currently tenanted bringing in approx $15,860.00 per anum.Good size home with built in wardrobes to all bedrooms, dining area open plan to kitchen plus a good size living room.Heating is by electric radiator as well as reverse-cycle split system air con.There is an easy to maintain rear garden which is mainly lawn and flat. The home is fully fenced to the rear. Current owner is serious about selling and is priced accordingly.

Price $359,000Inspect By AppointmentContact Rosebud Office 5986 8600

SUNNY SIDE UP

Price $315,000Inspect By appointmentContact Rosebud Office 5986 8600

Price $369,000Inspect By AppointmentContact Rosebud Office 5986 8600

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1089 Point Nepean Road,Rosebud VIC 39395986 8600

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Rosebud2 Murawa Drive

Soak up the scenery.

Gazing directly down the centre of the peninsula and acrosstwo bays, this unique hillside home is your own private look-out with scenery so spectacular it is awe inspiring. Beautifullydesigned to lap up the incredible outlook, the two-storeyhome features large windows that frame the views perfectlyand soaring ceilings, while upper and lower level balconiesprovide views and let you enjoy a close encounter with localbirdlife. In a neighbourhood that runs alongside Arthurs SeatState Park and doors from an entrance to Two Bays WalkingTrack, the 3 bedroom home on 822 sq.m (approx) features2 living areas, an elevated kitchen and a master ensuite withround bath tub.

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ROSEBUD 126 Rosebud Foreshore$79,000 - $85,000



MOUNT MARTHA 28 Sunhill Road


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ROSEBUD 126 Rosebud Foreshore $74,950

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MORNINGTON $449,000 NEG


4/7 Wood Street Inspect Sat 11-11.30am or by appointment

EASY STROLL TO TOWN FROM THIS AS NEW VILLAThis spotlessly presented BV unit would be an ideal starter for a first home buyer or investor. Set at the rear of a small group of only 4 with 2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms with skilfully designed & light filled living areas. A large granite topped kitchen has s/steel appliances with adjacent dining area, large open living room leading out to an entertaining area & courtyard garden. Other features include GDH, s/system r/cycle air conditioning & decorative cornice.


13 Ruby Cove Inspect Sat 1-1.30pm or by appointment

This new craftsman built home is on an easy care 322m2 allotment close to Benton Junior College, Bentons Square , buses & parks & comprises 4 generous bedrooms [master with FES/WIR] , formal lounge with gas log fire, large central kitchen with stone benches, W.I.Pantry & S/S appliances, spacious family/meals area with S/S air/cond. leading out to a large decked alfresco area. Including a green energy isolating switch, GDH, double carport with auto door & water tanks.


9 Moonrise Place

ROOM TO SPREAD OUT IN SUMMERFIELD! With dual street access to the huge 1091 M2 court lot, this spacious 20 square BV home you can just move into and enjoy! Comprising 4 bedrooms (master with FES/WIR), formal lounge & dining rooms, a stylish central kitchen, a huge tiled living room, double auto garage, ducted heating & s/system r/cycle air conditioner. With a massive rear & side yard for boat/caravan storage & room for a serious workshop.

Inspect Sat 1-1.30pm or by appointment

1-3 / 4 Beatty Parade Inspect Sat 2-2.30pm or by appointment

MORNINGTON $670,000 - $695,000

NEW & BEACHSIDE - STROLL TO MAIN STREETIdeally located only a short stroll from the cafes & boutique shopping of vibrant Main Street these luxurious new townhouses offer 20-21sq. of living with downstairs master bedroo with twin WIR’s & FES, study, deluxe kitchen with s/steel appliances and spacious living/dining room with double doors leading to the paved entertaining area. Internal access from the double garage. Upstairs offers 2 large bedrooms with BIR’s, a stylish central bathroom & generous living area.


2/934 Nepean Hwy

VACANT LANDRear battle axe shaped block measuring 518m2. STCA new owners can build either single or double storey residence with close proximity to Mornington Village.

2518m2

NEPEANHIGHWAY

MORNINGTON $700,000 - $750,000

9 Meridian Way Inspect Sat 3-3.30pm or by appointment

This stunning BV & weatherboard residence set amongst lush landscaped gardens on a 1373m2 lot offers approx. 25 squares of living comprising 4 bedrooms (master with FES & TWIN WIR’s), formal lounge, country style kitchen with s/steel appliances & butler’s pantry. Formal dining, large family room, separate rumpus room & covered deck with mesh blinds. Auto garage, powered vanport, workshop with power, 24,000L water tanks feeding to the gardens & an auto sprinkler system.

MOUNT MARTHA $395,000

If you are looking to downsize size but not space than this well presented villa could be prefect. Offering large living compared to most other villas you will be impressed by the privacy & space that is offered. With large lounge looking out to lovely rear yard, spacious kitchen & adjacent meals area, large master has WIR & dual entry bathroom. Outside, there is a huge Stratco undercover entertaining area with café blinds & single garage. Also including ducted heating & refrigerated cooling. An inspection is a must.

Inspect Sat 12- 12.30pm or by appointment

MAKING A SPLASH IN SUMMERFIELDS!A superb 1211m2 court lot is an ideal setting for this big living BV home featuring a West Australian Limestone facade, polished timber flooring and a 7x7m deck overlooking the solar heated I.G. pool. 4 bedrooms plus study (master with FES (spa)/WIR), formal entry & spacious lounge, kitchen with s/steel appliances & walk-in pantry, dining room, large family room, separate rumpus room & double auto garage with internal access. Including ducted heating & evaporative cooling.

MORNINGTON SUIT $630,000 PLUS BUYERS

Set in park like surrounds this most charming BV home is sure to tantalise your taste buds, with a unique rural feel only 5 minutes walk to Bentons Square & public transport. The home offers 3 spacious bedrooms, master with FENS & WIR, large formal lounge/dining room, central timber kitchen with dishwasher & adjacent meals area, ducted heating & cooling, alarm system, spacious family room leading out to the huge undercover paved entertaining area & large private & secure rear yard with garden shed.

MOUNT MARTHA $460,000 - $490,000

17 Baystone Court Inspect Sat 11- 11.30pm or by appointment

RUSTIC DELIGHTS

An inviting garden setting on a superb 1055m2 lot invites you into this most attractively zoned BV home. With 3 bedrooms plus study (FES/WIR to large master), 3 spacious, separate living areas, a stylish central kitchen, internal access from the double garage & a fabulous covered, paved entertaining area with fireplace & café blinds. Including GDH , s/system r/cycle air conditioning, dishwasher, water tank & there is side access to the big 9x5m powered colourbond shed at the rear.

MORNINGTON $589,000

9 Sarshas Way Inspect by appointment

A FAMILY FAVOURITE - WITH SPACE AND CHARM SOMETHING VERY SPECIAL IN SUMMERFIELDS

INDIVIDUAL DESIGN WITH 6 STAR ENERGY RATING!

Inspect Sat 2-2.30pm or by appointment7/21 Lucerne Avenue

BEACHSIDE VILLA WITH SPACE & PRIVACY!

This high quality brick veneer villa is in a small group of 6 & includes 2 bedrooms [ 2-way bathroom / WIR to master ] , deluxe kitchen with s/steel appliances & stone benchtops, spacious open living, stylish bathroom, high ceilings, downlights, ducted heating & refrigerated cooling, single auto garage with internal entry. Including landscaping, solar hot water service, blinds, pergolas & clothesline. Close to Bentons Square shopping centre & buses.

BRAND NEW - BUY NOW AND SAVE

5/90 Harrap Road Inspect by appointment

MOUNT MARTHA $630,000 NEG

DUAL LIVING - SUB-DIVISION & DEVELOPMENT POTENTIALWith a previous permit for a 2 lot subdivision, this level 1115m2 lot offers both a 3 bedroom BV home with undercover entertaining & garage plus a 2 bedroom fully s/contained cottage to the rear. Ideal for dual living now or as an investment for the future with income streams & potential for either subdivision or overall development. Entertaining area has on-line brick gas BBQ & gas stove,café & sunblinds, ceiling fans, r/cycle air con, D/W, clothes line, gas heater & auto garage

25 Van Ness Avenue Inspect by appointment

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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

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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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Takeaway IconPeninsula icon takeaway business, great pro ts, cheap rent, vendor will discuss spli ng the business, fantas c t–out and is priced to sell. Rent is approx $499/week (no GST) + outgoings. Approx 103m2 shop. Open 5-10pm 7 days

Sale Price: $240,000 + SAVContact: Gary Ralph 0418 535 503

For Sale – Mornington Peninsula

Price Reduced - Must SellThis long established business enjoys strong regular custom from the close knit Rosebud community. Currently opera ng 6 days per week with limited hours, this business has plenty of room for expansion. Could easily be converted to café style or simply operate as is. Great lease terms with great takings.

Sale Price: $80,000Contact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

For Sale – Rosebud

Main Street DeliThis perfectly posi oned Deli situated in busy Main Street, Mornington is on the market. Average takings of around $9,000 per week this family business seat 60 inside and 16 out. Good commercial kitchen and terri c t out.

Sale Price: $220,000 + SAVContact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

For Sale – Mornington

General Store & NewsagencyO ered for sale for the rst me in 40 years this general store shows excellent pro ts and is an ideal family business in an a ordable high popula on growth area. Opportunity exists purchase freehold. Includes liquor license, is an authorized news agency, oor space of 272sqm including cool room and storage.


For Sale – Crib Point

If The Shoe FitsThe well known and extremely popular Lilly Belle of Mornington is on the market. Well located in cosmopolitan Mornington, Lilly Belle has been specialising in shoes and fashion accessories for over 8 years. With a great lease and cheap rent, this easily run business should be high on your list.

Sale Price: $220,000 + SAVContact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184


Bou que Biscuits & CookiesDon’t miss out on this long established and highly pro table family owned business producing a bou que range of home style old fashioned biscuits. Wholesaling rela onships are maintained with cafes and food store retail outlets with a solid and loyal customer base with huge poten al for further growth.


For Sale – Mornington Peninsula

Ladies Bou queOne of the peninsulas best known ladies bou ques trades 5 ½ days per week and providing strong takings this business has many pluses including loca on, a ordable rent and a well-established clientele. Not to be missed.

Sale Price: $89,000 + SAVContact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

For Sale – Mount Martha

“Cu ng” Edge BusinessMt Eliza Mowers and Chainsaws specialise in sales, service and repair of lawn mowers, chain saws and other power garden equipment. Ideal husband and wife or partnership business opera ng 5 ½ days pw with excellent pro ts and very low overheads. Rent of only $355/week ex. GST + outgoings.

Sale Price: $79,000 Contact: Gary Ralph 0418 535 503

For Sale – Mount Eliza

Main Street PizzaThis newly ed out, up market business is ready for you to take over for the summer. Extremely well posi oned business not far from the water’s edge. Good takings, long lease, fantas c t–out and is priced to sell.

Sale Price: $150,000Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454


One Of The BestThe Garlic Kiss restaurant is an award winning Restaurant and easily one of the best on the Mornington Peninsula. Currently opera ng only 5 lunches and 4 dinners per week and closed for 5 weeks throughout the year, this business has plenty of scope to increase the already healthy pro ts. Realis cally priced.

Sale Price: $250,000 + SAVContact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184


World Leading Fitness FranchiseCombine your talent & enthusiasm with a great support network in the leader of women’s tness. CURVES is the largest tness franchise in the world with 10,000 loca ons worldwide. Opening in March this year the Somerville client base has grown quickly to almost 400 and increases every month. With great hours, large oor space, new equipment, cheap rent and excellent pro ts this is really a fantas c opportunity.


For Sale – Somerville

This is A BargainBody Essence of Mornington covers all aspects of beauty from tanning and waxing to skin rejuvena on and detoxing. This business boasts privacy for its clientele with its upstairs loca on and easy parking. Set up cost well in excess of the asking price.



Not Just A FactoryA great combina on of o ce/warehouse and storage space is available in the Rosebud Industrial Estate. A total area of approx 420sqm of useable space includes 80sqm of mezzanine. Mul ple car parking on site and small front and rear yards make this an opportunity well worth considering.

Lease Price: $2000pcm + GST + OGSContact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184

For Lease - Rosebud

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Bar, Restaurant & Func ons Perfect for weddings, par es, anything this versa le business has massive poten al. The separate func on room seats 140 and the bar & bistro seats 100 in & 70 out. The func on room has separate bar, dishwashing and prep areas, the bar and bistro has full commercial kitchen. Long term sta happy to stay on.


For Sale – Has ngs

Investment / DevelopmentPrime freehold corner site with very successful business in opera on. Excellent development poten al (STCA) with the adjacent vacant land, total property size is approximately 1,286m2.The site is opposite the Stony Point sta on and close to the HMAS Cerberus.

Sale Price: $850,000 + GST if applicableContact: Gary Ralph 0418 535 503

For Sale – Crib Point

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Industrial TakeawayThis thriving business in a prime loca on trades 5 days per week and shows excellent takings with huge pro ts. Great family business with cheap rent.

Price On Applica onContact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

For Sale – Seaford

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Wholesale BakeryIconic well established wholesale bakery allows you to step out of the rat race with three days a week, no weekends & very easy to operate. Poten al for unique café on main street or expand wholesale produc on for variety of local farmers markets. Huge kitchen, low rent…$187.20 per week + GST + outgoings.

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


Urgent Sale - Vendor Must SellThe well known Lemongrass Restaurant must be sold. With extensive t out and liquor license, this business represents great value with plenty of scope for further growth.

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


Two to choose - Buy one or bothWell located in the industrial estate are two, almost new, well designed and constructed warehouses, both with secure tenants and a rac ve lease terms. Measuring 245sqm approx., with 30sqm mezzanine o ces and ceiling height is 7 metres.

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


Backpackers MorningtonWe are seeking an owner operator to run a soon to be constructed Backpacker Accommoda on with licensed bar in the heart of Mornington retail strip. Serious operator with proven experience required.

Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

Mornington

Rosebud Freehold - Buyer NeededThis well maintained factory with separate o ce space has a show case entrance that would complement any business. Landscaped gardens, with 100sq meters of o ce space and 150 sq meters of factory, this property is situated behind Bunnings in the industrial area of Rosebud. Vacant possession, premises priced to sell.


Downstairs O ce SpaceAvailable from 1st December this modern open plan o ce space is approximately 190sqm metres and fully ed out with mee ng rooms, o ces, telephones and computer points, it also comes with 5 parking spaces and even a BBQ area outside adjoining the park. Suitable for all professional services & occupa ons.Lease Price: $2,500pcm + GST + OGSSale Price: $450,000Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

For Sale or Lease – Mornington

Fantas c FloristThis orist also sells local free range eggs and honey and is very well set up with plenty of display and work areas and huge cool room with 6 door glass doors. Very cheap rent and a long lease.



Paint The Town RedWell posi oned spray pain ng business in prime Mornington Industrial Estate loca on. This very well equipped business includes a 7mx 4.1m semi down draught master booth and a Du Point n ng system. Factory includes separate o ce/recep on, 3 phase power, natural gas and cheap rent..Sale Price: $85,000 WIWOContact: Russell Murphy 0407 839 184


Fish & ChipsAbsolute prime loca on situated beach end of Main St Mornington . Totally refurbished t out including bi fold doors and footpath dining, great lease, low rent with a 2 bedroom residence included. Be quick, won’t be available for long.



Business OppotunityWell set-up and established two years ago this business is being sold on a walk in walk out basis. Included is a fully sign wri en Ford Transit van with tools, grinders and all associated equipment. Owner willing to provide professional training to successful purchaser. Priced to Sell.


For Sale - Baxter

Karingal MeatsMajor retail butcher in thriving central loca on within Karingal Hub Shopping Centre. This business con nues to grow a er 13 years, has no compe on, boasts a huge turnover and healthy pro ts! Well managed with sta willing to stay. THIS WILL SELL!


For Sale – Karingal

Factory to lease100sqm factory with roller door and two car spaces. Rear access to back of lot, ameni es include toilet, air-condi oning and sink.

Lease Price: $1100PCM ex. GST + OGSContact: Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

For Lease - Mornington

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Peppertree CafeThis licensed café is situated in the heart of Tyabb. Opera ng as a successful café with an excellent commercial kitchen and is complemented with a cool room, touch screen register and much, much more. Call now to discuss!

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

For Sale - Tyabb

Cafe and CateringLicensed cafe/catering business with good lease, cheap rent and 2 BR. dwelling. Cafe has an excellent reputa on for handmade food and great co ee. Finger food catering menu is easy to run. Opera ng 7 days, open Friday and Saturday evenings late November, easily run by experienced sta .


For Sale - Red Hill

Factory FreeholdWarehouse and o ce space for sale in Seaford industrial area. Approx 250 sqm in total (including 130sqm warehouse), rear access with roller door, security gates, 8 large o ces including ling room and board room, new carpets/ freshly painted.

Sale Price: $375,000Contact:Tanya Scagliarini 0438 289 859

For Sale - Seaford

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3 Archer DriveThis large factory of approximately 800 sqm of le able area is on the market. The factory is leased on a 3 x 3 x 3 yr lease at $66,000 pa + GST + OG and represents great buying.

Sale Price $880,000Contact: Kevin Wright 0417 564 454

For Lease – Mornington

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Address: 14 Newington Court, ROSEBUDPrice: $365,000 Agency: T Hobson Real Estate, 1245 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud, 5686 8811Agent: Alex Menassa, 0419 328 775

Invest with an eye for future gainTHIS level block of land, measuring approx 2000 square metres, is in the busy and vibrant Colchester Park Industrial Estate of Rosebud and would be a fantastic investment for the future as the area continues to grow. The block is at the end of a no-through street with a wide bowl contour allowing for a large turning circle for vehicles. Several high-profi le businesses are already in the area so there is some established passing trade and foot traffi c.

Ready-made businessANY opportunity to purchase a well-known business with all set-up costs covered 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

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Cafe and cateringTHIS licensed cafe and catering business enjoys an excellent reputation for homemade food and great coffee. Coffee sales average about 12 to 15 kilograms per week. The cafe has seating for 40 inside and 48 outside in a renovated courtyard. There is a large kitchen and coolroom, and the business trades 7 days a week for breakfast and lunch, and is easily operated with current staff prepared to stay on. Included in the sale is a two-bedroom dwelling.

Cafe and catering, RED HILLPrice: $359,000 + savAgency: Kevin Wright Real Estate, 72 Main Street, Mornington, 5977 2255Agent: Gary Ralph, 0418 535 503


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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

NEW

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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Taste of the orientTHIS licensed restaurant 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 to 8.30pm Monday to Friday and 8am to 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

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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 vege ta tion 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 en-dangered in the Gippsland Plain Bioregion, which includes 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


23rd December, 2011 to 29th January, 2012

More information 03 5986 6688 www.wittingslowamusements.com.au

GREAT FUN for all the family

HAPPY HOUR MON TO FRI ONLY 6PM TO 7PM

DISCOUNT TICKETS AVAILABLE UNLIMITED RIDE WRISTBANDS 7PM TO 10PM

GIANT WATER SLIDE AND TRAPEZE SCHOOL OPEN DURING DAY AT RYE*

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Summer of fun at Rosebud CinemasRosebud Cinemas

FOR more than fi ve decades the Wittingslow family has provided family entertainment at Rye and Rosebud carnivals on the Mornington Peninsula.

Now with the fourth generation actively involved in continuing the family tradition, this summer once again sees Wittingslow bringing rides, games, entertainment and a great family night out for holidaymakers on the peninsula.

Rosebud carnival continues to focus on younger families, with lots of rides, games and food specifi cally catering for the junior set.

Rye also has a variety of family and kiddie rides as well as the exciting thrill rides for older and braver patrons.

During the day the Giant Waterslide at Rye will be popular and this year there is also “Trapeze School”, giving budding trapeze artists a real feel of fl ying through the air. It operate during the day, weather permitting.

Unlimited ride wristbands are available 7-10pm every day, happy hour is 6-7pm Monday to Friday, and discount tickets makes the carnival affordable family fun.

THERE is a great line-up coming to Rosebud Cinemas over summer. Recently renovated, make it a New Year’s resolution to check out some of these movies:

Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol (in cinemas 15 December): The IMF is shut down when it’s implicated in the bombing of the Kremlin, causing Ethan Hunt and his new team to go rogue to clear their organisation’s name.

Happy Feet 2 (in cinemas Boxing Day): Mumble and his family and friends discover a new threat to their home – one that will take everyone working together to save them.

The Adventures of Tintin (in cinemas Boxing Day): Tintin and Captain Haddock set off on a treasure hunt for a sunken ship commanded by Haddock’s ancestor. But someone else is in search of the ship.

Alvin & The Chipmunks 3 (in cinemas New Year’s Day): Playing around while aboard a cruise ship, the Chipmunks and Chipettes accidentally go overboard and end up marooned in a tropical paradise.

Sherlock Holmes 2 (in cinemas 5 January): Sherlock Holmes and his sidekick Dr Watson join forces to outwit

and bring down their fi ercest adversary, Professor Moriarty.

The Muppets (in cinemas 12 January): With the help of three fans, the Muppets must reunite to save their old theatre

from a greedy oil tycoon. Rosebud Cinemas complex

is at 30 Rosebud Parade, Rosebud.

Phone (03) 5981 2555.

The carnival is starting...The carnival is starting...

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THE PENINSULA’S FIRST FULLY DIGITAL DESTINATION

With fi ve brand new digital screens you will be able to see fi lms like “Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol” in the refurbished Rosebud 5 Digital. From December 15 experience our fi ve-star upgrade.

30 Rosebud Parade, Rosebud Ph: 5981 2555w ww . p e n i n s u l a c i n e m a s . c o m . a uRELAUNCHING 15.12.11


A market with the A market with the community at heartcommunity at heart

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BITTERN Sunday Market has a long association with the town of Bittern and the Hastings area. The fi rst market was on Sunday 20 July 1980, and it was monthly.

It enjoyed considerable success and in March 1989 the market went weekly. It is managed by an elected volunteer committee.

The aim is “to a conduct a weekly market on Sundays at Bittern, the site fees to be disbursed for the welfare of the community or other organisations as deemed appropriate”.

The fi rst recorded donation, in September 1983, was $500 to Bittern fi re brigade. Total donations to the community now exceed $480,000, not bad for a small market of 65 stalls.

In 1999 the market started giving scholarships to local primary schools and Western Port Secondary College.

The market has always supported local schools and it was decided this was a way some students could benefi t directly by receiving the scholarship money themselves. The two scholarships offered were $100 each to two children at each school per year. This has been well received and 15 schools are involved with the program.

The committee has continued to fund youth groups, scholarships for students, primary schools and sporting groups, to name a few. The market has a dedicated group of stallholders who attend weekly despite the weather.

The local community gives continued support to the market, enabling it to continue to serve the community. Marketgoers enjoy browsing through the wide variety of stalls, have a coffee and purchase a bargain or two.

SORRENTO and Portsea contain a veritable hive of art galleries, jewellers, artist’s studios and special seasonal art exhibitions.

Ten galleries, representing Mornington Peninsula, Victorian and many interstate artists, are within fi ve minutes’ walk or drive of Sorrento’s historic post offi ce on Ocean Beach Rd.

Quality glasswork and eye-catching stainless steel, wood or bronze sculptures will often be seen creatively displayed on ancient milled redgum and bluegum tables.

Traditional investment-grade paintings and brilliantly coloured decorative contemporary paintings from $500 to $50,000 can be viewed and bought in the Sorrento art precinct.

The southern Mornington Peninsula is peppered with a plethora of artist’s studios, art teachers and art organisers who plan yearly emerging artist and amateur art exhibitions, particularly during the busy December and January tourism season.

Local hotels including the Continental in Sorrento support exhibitions and have art hanging to tempt travellers and visitors.

Warm weather hive Warm weather hive of art and artistsof art and artists

Galleries in Sorrento and PortseaOn Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento:Continental Hotel Nos. 1-21Overboard Design Furniture and Gallery 80Jeffery Malesa 80Manyung at Sorrento 113Antipodes Bookshop Gallery 138Gallery Sorrento 141Sorrento Rotary Art Show(at the community centre every January)

On Point Nepean Rd, Sorrento and Portsea:Sorrento Fine Art Gallery No. 3297Beast Creations 3301Temple Gallery 3385

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EVERY WEEK

Sorrento is increasingly becoming a must-visit destination for the art minded, with more and more galleries being established.

They work cooperatively to cross refer and encourage visitors to view the estimated 1000 artworks on exhibition and for sale throughout the peak selling summer season.

Even in the quieter autumn, winter and spring months, most galleries are open for the bustling weekends, when Sorrento village continues to support their tantalising and

creative art showcases up and down Ocean Beach Rd and along Point Nepean Rd.

The newest gallery to launch in Sorrento is Manyung at Sorrento. The name Manyung is synonymous with original Australian contemporary art on the Mornington Peninsula, being a founding gallery in Mt Eliza in 1968.

The new Manyung at Sorrento exhibits local and interstate painters and sculptors, with more than 100 artworks on display.


View 2000+ artworks online at manyunggallery.com.au

The Peninsula at Play…

Manyung at Sorrento113a Ocean Beach Rd

Sorrento Melway Ref 157 A8

Manyung at Mt Eliza 1408 Nepean Hwy

Mount ElizaMelway Ref 105 E5

Manyung at Glenferrie 248 Glenferrie Rd

MalvernMelway Ref 59 C8

Phone 03 9787 2953 for all galleries

The Manyung at Sorrento and Mt Eliza galleries

are each featuring over 100 new works in our

Summer Exhibition Series of wonderful,

Australian contemporary paintings

and sculptures.

New paintings from Janine Daddo can

be viewed at Mt Eliza during December,

at Sorrento from 22nd January and

even in your home with our

Mobile Gallery Service.

EquineTracey Keller

Other feature artists during the

Summer Exhibitions include: Terrence Hadler, Jenny Riddle, Ross

Willsmore, Peter Coad, Annie Glass,

Meredith Gaston, Rick Matear, Fred Colla,

David Ardley, Katherine Boland,

Bron Lewis, Lisa Cox and Gerry Knight.

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Nippers on Holidays Jo Ann Hunt

Just Hanging OutJanine Daddo

As the clouds roll byJanine Daddo


Summer a great Summer a great time to sailtime to sail

New Members Welcome

KIDS LEARN TO SAIL

Kids learn to SailTackers Holiday programs

5 Day courses December / JanuaryThe Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron Tackers program is aimed at children 7 – 13 years

who want to learn about sailing and water safety. Tackers is delivered in a fun based environment which is inclusive of all skill levels. The goal of this program is to get children comfortable in small

boats and introduce basic sailing concepts. As participants they will learn basic sailing skills, children will most likely be able to sail on their own at the completion of a Tackers 1 course.

MORE INFORMATION www.bys.asn.au and follow the link

on 5988 8453 or email [email protected]

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SUMMER is here and the Mornington Peninsula is all of a buzz, especially at Market @ Drive In at Dromana Drive In every Sunday in January from 8am to 1pm.

Each market day brings unique and interesting fi nds, daily needs, one-offs and hard to fi nd items.

A wide array of stallholders sell fresh produce, plants, antiques and collectibles, art and craft, toys, clothing, and new and pre-loved tools.

There is a playground for the children, plenty of parking; it’s a place to chill out

for a while. Shel’s Diner, 1950s retro styled, is open from 8am for brunch.

A wide range of food and drinks is available including egg and bacon rolls, burgers, scones with jam and cream, cappuccino, milkshakes, Dip’n’Dots Ice Cream and more.

Dine in or grab a bite to stroll around.So come along and visit Dromana Drive

In, National Trust and Heritage Victoria listed.

For more information including dates of coming markets, having a stall at the

market, see website, http://www.drivein.net.au/market.htm or call Shelley, 0428 314025.

The drive in is the perfect place to take in a fi lm and enjoy the nostalgia of a classic 1960s drive in. Movies screen nightly at sunset, so grab the kids, your friends, partner and ‘Make a Memory at the Dromana 3 Drive In’ this summer.

See www.drivein.net.au or call 0359 872492 for movie titles. The drive in is at 133 Nepean Hwy, Dromana, Melway 160 E5.

A market for everyoneA market for everyone

THERE are many activities for families to enjoy on the Mornington Peninsula and one is horse riding along a beach.

No experience is necessary when riding with Gunnamatta Trail Rides and so it doesn’t matter if you have never ridden before.

Riding a beautiful horse along a pristine ocean beach is a memorable adventure and a ‘must do’ experience.

The two-hour St Andrews Bush and Beach ride starts at the refurbished stables of Gunnamatta Trail Rides, which is 10 minutes from Rosebud and Rye.

The ride to the ocean beach takes 45 minutes and is mainly a walking ride with short bursts of trotting.

The track leads up and over some lofty sand dunes from where the views are simply breathtaking.

The horses then walk down to the expansive sands of St Andrews Beach, which is a part of the coastal Mornington Peninsula National Park. Riders can choose to keep their horses walking or go for a trot

beside crashing ocean waves where surfers can often be seen.

Having experienced riding a horse along the beach, there are photo opportunities to capture the moment and provide you with proof that “you did it”.

The St Andrews Beach ride is the most popular ride and has been seen on numerous television shows such as Postcards and Coxy’s Big Break. If Coxy can do it, so can you. Details at gunnamatta.com.au or call 5988 6755.

Riding hRiding high in the saddleigh in the saddle

Located at the iconic Dromana 3 Drive-In, 133 Nepean Hwy, Dromana Mel Ref: 160 E5

Every Sunday in January then 2nd & 4th Sunday in the month.

February through to May 2012

G U N N A M AT TA T R A I L R I D E SRide to the Beach on one of our Beautiful Horses.It’s an amazing experience!No Experience Required

Rye on the Mornington Peninsula Mel Ref 252 E5

Bush rides, beach rides & pony rides Half day & full day kids programs Gift vouchers for birthdays & Christmas Bookings necessary. Phone or book on-line Open every day (03) 5988 6755

Full details at: www.gunnamatta.com.au

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THE summer holiday season sees Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron awash with young happy faces at the club’s various sail training activities.

Whether it be a fi ve-day holiday program and the popular Tackers or an early-morning cruise in an Access dinghy, there is something for everyone at the club.

Tackers is for children 7-13 years with an emphasis on fun training in small Ozi Opti dinghies. It is a fi ve-day program with everything supplied to get into sailing.

Blairgowrie is the perfect setting for Tackers with predominantly offshore winds producing smooth, safe sailing water ideal for junior training.

Tackers has three levels, with each comprising 20 hours of instruction over fi ve sessions. The sessions include fun-based on-water and off-water training, conducted by qualifi ed and trained youthful and energetic assistant instructors and more experienced instructors for each group.

Lots of games are organised to keep it enjoyable. The club supplies a Tackers T-shirt and water bottle, the Ozi Opti Tackers boats, life jackets and qualifi ed Yachting Australia

instructors as well as fruit, cordial and light snacks each day. On successful completion of the course, children receive a nationally recognised certifi cate.

The other pathway is the BYS Sailability Program that uses Access 303 yachts, which are ideally suited to many who would like to try sailing.

You don’t need special clothing, your own yacht, or even be sure you like sailing. You can be very young (18 months) or older (80 plus years). The club provides lifejackets and teaches basic sailing skills.

You can sail with a friend who knows the ropes or the club can teach you. Each session costs just a gold coin. Participants don’t have to join the club. This can come later if you get hooked on sailing.

The club has a sling and crane to place people in wheelchairs in the yachts. The Access 303 has a big keel so it cannot tip over; it will lean a bit but this adds to the fun.

For more information about all BYS sail training options, visit the club’s website, www.bys .asn.au, phone the club offi ce on 5988 8543, or email: ryan @bys.asn.au


FROM breathtaking stunts to amazing skills, take a trip through magic and illusions, comedy and the unexpected.

Family fun is promised and certainly will be delivered under the Big Top of Silvers Circus.

It’s action from start to fi nish with beautiful women high in the air and the fabulous talents of international artists provid-ing an impressive display of acrobatics and strength. Hoola Hoop twirling, wire walking, balancing – it’s all there; live entertainment at its best.

The Wheel of Steel has the

audience holding on to the edge of their seats as it rotates from the fl oor to the tip of the big top while Phoenix Har-rison performs on this giant apparatus.

See the talented Miss Emma demonstrates her graceful bal-let routine on the high wire.

Hold your breath as the Phoenix Riders enter the big top and ride into the four-me-tre diameter ‘Globe of Death’. It’s up and down and round and round at a cracking pace as the three riders cross over and under each other with only millimetres to spare. There’s

no room for errors in their performance.

This is an amazing spectacle and affordable for everyone with tickets selling from just $20 for children (3-12 years) and $30 for adults. Family tickets cost $80.

Silvers is in the Bata Shoe grounds, 1158 Nepean Hwy, Mornington, until 22 January with shows at 8pm Wednesday to Saturday evenings and 1pm from Tuesday to Sunday every week

Details and bookings: Silvers on 0413 880 044 or Ticketmaster.

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TRAINS and model trains is one hobby that most stores have really missed the train on.

The world’s greatest hobby, and one of the oldest, is sadly overlooked by many, and good train sets are hard to fi nd.

For close to 40 years one of Australia’s largest pure train stores has been tucked away in the Melbourne suburb of Brighton, supplying train enthusiasts worldwide with local and imported products to satisfy all their hobby needs.

Train World is all about

trains and anything to do with trains including model train sets, locomotive, carriages, freight wagons, track, accessories, spare parts, tools, scenic materials, glues, paints, books, DIY books, magazines, CDs, videos, DVDs and more.

For younger customers there is Thomas the Tank engine and friends, Chuggington and Hogwarts Express from Harry Potter. It’s a one-stop shop for train and model train enthusiasts as well as beginners.

A wide variety of goods is stocked or can be ordered from one of Train World’s many local and overseas suppliers.

Mail order, special orders, purchases and advice are only a phone, fax or email away or you can post Train World a letter.

See the Train World advert for details and have a train running around your Christmas tree this year or surprise the special someone with a train set for Christmas.

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HOLIDAY ATTRACTIONS


Winner 2010 Best Informal Dining RestaurantMornington Peninsula Regional Awards for Excellence

Relax, Unwind & Enjoy!2389 Point Nepean Rd, Rye. (Opp. the Rye Pier)

Celebrate New Year’s Eveat Th e Pier!

Book now to secure your spot - 5985 9911

Enjoy the views of the Rye Foreshore and welcome in the New Year over dinner with family or friends at Th e Pier.

2 sittings available - 6pm & 8pm

Dance the night away to live music.

Enjoy our delicious, award winning menu.

WILLOW Lodge Riding Ranch is focused on the family and the needs of horse riders of all ages and levels of experience.

One- and two-hour trail rides are available and riders have free use of the barbecue facilities and ponies after their ride.

Bush trail riding lessons are available to children on weekdays and after school.

Willow Lodge can also arrange birthday parties for your child and can also provide ponies for functions elsewhere.

Visit Willow Lodge Riding Ranch at 1 Bungower Rd, Somerville, (Melway 149 K4). Open daily. Phone 5977 4345.

OPEN 7 DAYS - BOOK NOW!

WILLOW LODGE RIDING RANCH1 Bungower Road, Somerville. Mel. Ref. 149 K4

PHONE: 5977 4345

Trail ride the edge of WESTERNPORT BAYSpectacular Views CHEAPEST TRAIL RIDES IN VICTORIA

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To advertisein the next Holiday Attractions feature pages please contact Carolyn Wagener on0407 030 761

LOCAL musicians Kevin and Dee play at The Rye Pier Restaurant & Bar every Saturday night for patrons having a casual meal or enjoying a group dinner.

Living on the Mornington Peninsula, Kevin and Dee enjoy the lifestyle, love entertaining and, with their easygoing nature, are a highlight to listen to and watch.

Don’t miss seeing them this New Year’s Eve, as Kevin and Dee play live at The Pier Restaurant & Bar.

From their original tracks to the classics we all know and love, these tunes over a glass of wine are not to be missed.

The restaurant is open seven days a week this summer for breakfast, lunch and dinner, including Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.

With a fabulous menu and years of culinary experience in the kitchen, come and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and scenic views.

Enjoy the sunshine and dine al fresco while taking in the view of the beach or get out of the heat and enjoy the comfort of the air-conditioned restaurant.

www.theryepier.com.au

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BONEO Maze and Wetlands is only a fi ve minute drive from Rosebud, off Boneo Rd on the Mornington Peninsula.

With heaps of activities and great things to do and see, it is a must-visit location this school holidays.

Take a stroll along the boardwalk – winding through the unique 15 acres of swamp and wetlands, stopping to view the native wildlife, tall tea tree and fern glade.

Get lost in the mazes – the largest hedge maze stands two metres tall with a centre viewing platform. The small maze was designed for the

young and the young at heart. The timber ‘Cage’ maze has 1.5-metre long tunnels – enter if you dare.

Play giant games and puzzles – have a friendly game of chess or draughts and other games and lawn puzzles within the gardens, complemented by tall shady trees and luscious green grass perfect for family picnics.

Bring a picnic – stage coach and picnic tables in the gardens, but bring a blanket (no barbecues).

The Tearooms serve home-made Devonshire tea, light refreshments and great coffee.

The Gift Shop offers a range of puzzles, games, chess sets, garden gifts and other quality giftware.

It is closed Christmas Day and on extreme weather days.

Opening hours: Monday to Thurday 10am to

4pm, Friday to Sunday, public and school holidays 10am to 5pm.

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dinner and a glass of wine in the Spa Dreaming Centre Cafe (from $75 per person). Indoor Private Bath: for a truly intimate experience, consider an indoor lavender vanilla milk bath to relax, calm and soothe (from $110 for 30 mins, per couple) Bliss Package: treat your loved one with this indulgent option, which includes a fresh juice on arrival, private aromatherapy bath and breakfast/lunch followed by a Dreaming treatment. The Dreaming includes a hand and foot treatment, full body massage, mud wrap, facial and scalp treatment – pure bliss from $520 per person or $995 per couple.

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Scaling new heights Scaling new heights just for sheer funjust for sheer funTHE state-of-the-art indoor rock climbing centre Bayside Rock in Carrum Downs is ever evolving.

For the fi rst time in Australia offers a fully automated climbing area called Climb Time.

Unlike regular climbing gyms where parents and partners are required to go through training and have to belay (do the rope work) for the climbers, Climb Time is all action for climbers while parents can sit back and relax.

The automatic belay stations are the safest of their kind and are suitable for climbers ranging from 10 kilograms to 100 kilograms so the fun isn’t limited to the kids.

Parents can now climb safely up the wall next to their children or sit back and relax while enjoying a hot or cold drink, in air-conditioned comfort, another fi rst for a centre of this kind.

Climb Time sessions cost $20 a child and run for a full hour.

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A bA business born usiness born of passion of passion RODDY’S RC HOBBIES is a new radio controlled vehicles hobby shop in Mornington and Rosebud.

There is a huge range of helicopters, planes, tanks, boats, cars, monster trucks and nitro buggies.

The shops also stock spare

parts and nitro fuel, and offer a repair service.

Roddy’s RC Hobbies is a long-time passion that has evolved into becoming a reality this year, bringing lots of fun into people’s lives.

It can be fast and furious for those who love the thrill

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Carols on the ParkCarols on the ParkCommunity Carols featuring child Community Carols featuring child care services, schools and artists. care services, schools and artists. Food, drinks, candles and novel-Food, drinks, candles and novel-ties, raffl es and a visit from Santa. ties, raffl es and a visit from Santa. Fireworks will end the evening.Fireworks will end the evening.Date: 16 December, 6-10.30pmDate: 16 December, 6-10.30pmLocation: Rye ForeshoreLocation: Rye ForeshoreContact: Elain Bakker, 0427 058 Contact: Elain Bakker, 0427 058 259259Carols at FlindersCarols at FlindersAnnual ecumenical carols organ-Annual ecumenical carols organ-ised by local churches for the ised by local churches for the community with an emphasis on community with an emphasis on families and childrenfamilies and childrenDate: 19 December, 5-9pmDate: 19 December, 5-9pmLocation: Civic Hall, Cook St, Location: Civic Hall, Cook St, FlindersFlindersContact: Jan Connell, 0421 323 Contact: Jan Connell, 0421 323 481481fl [email protected] [email protected] Carols in Dro-Christmas Carols in Dro-manamanaCarol singing for the people of Carol singing for the people of Dromana and surrounding areas Dromana and surrounding areas together with holidaymakers. together with holidaymakers. Barbecue available, tea and cof-Barbecue available, tea and cof-fee. Proceeds go to the Salvation fee. Proceeds go to the Salvation Army.Army.Date: 24 December, 7.30-9pmDate: 24 December, 7.30-9pmLocation: Dromana Old Shire Of-Location: Dromana Old Shire Of-fi ces, Pt Nepean Rdfi ces, Pt Nepean RdContact: Ray Barnard-Brown, Contact: Ray Barnard-Brown, 5981 44125981 [email protected]@bigpond.com

JANUARYJANUARYPeninsula SUFM – McCraePeninsula SUFM – McCraeA free family holiday program in A free family holiday program in the foreshore camping ground at the foreshore camping ground at McCrae. Games, songs, dra-McCrae. Games, songs, dra-mas, small groups, bible stories, mas, small groups, bible stories, sandcastle competitions and trivia sandcastle competitions and trivia comp.comp.

Date: 2-12 January, 10am-7pm. Date: 2-12 January, 10am-7pm. Location: McCrae Foreshore, Location: McCrae Foreshore, Section 5-6 of camping ground.Section 5-6 of camping ground.Contact: Brendan Petty, 0416 314 Contact: Brendan Petty, 0416 314 [email protected] [email protected] www.psufm.org/mccraewww.psufm.org/mccraePortsea Pro AmPortsea Pro AmA much-awarded event and A much-awarded event and favourite on the pro calender favourite on the pro calender embraces Portsea Golf Club, its embraces Portsea Golf Club, its members, sponsors, professional members, sponsors, professional golfers and guests. It is an iconic golfers and guests. It is an iconic tradition of the golf club and com-tradition of the golf club and com-munity.munity.Date: 2 JanuaryDate: 2 JanuaryLocation: Portsea Golf ClubLocation: Portsea Golf ClubContact: Peter Heppell, 5984 Contact: Peter Heppell, 5984 35213521www.portseagolf.com.auwww.portseagolf.com.auRotary Club of Sorreno 28th Rotary Club of Sorreno 28th Annual Art ShowAnnual Art ShowFeaturing more than 850 original Featuring more than 850 original paintings from all over Australia. paintings from all over Australia. Judge: Lyn MelladyJudge: Lyn MelladyFeature artists: Ron Farnhill, Jo-Feature artists: Ron Farnhill, Jo-Anne Seberry, Hans van Vlop.Anne Seberry, Hans van Vlop.$5 entrance. Money raised is $5 entrance. Money raised is returned for local community returned for local community projectsprojectsDate: 7-14 January, 10am-4pm. Date: 7-14 January, 10am-4pm. Preview 6 December, 6-8pm $20 Preview 6 December, 6-8pm $20 includes champagne and nibblesincludes champagne and nibblesLocation: Sorrento Community Location: Sorrento Community Centre, David McFarlan Reserve, Centre, David McFarlan Reserve, SorrentoSorrentoContact: George Segan, 5984 Contact: George Segan, 5984 [email protected]@alphalink.com.auKelloggs Nutri-Grain Kelloggs Nutri-Grain Ironman Series Ironman Series Features 20 of the world’s elite Features 20 of the world’s elite surf athletes. Format will include surf athletes. Format will include the traditional disciplines such the traditional disciplines such as surf ski, board paddle, ocean as surf ski, board paddle, ocean swim and beach sprints. Series swim and beach sprints. Series

consists of six rounds over 2011-consists of six rounds over 2011-12 summer at some of Australia’s 12 summer at some of Australia’s most iconic beaches.most iconic beaches.Date: 8 January, 5.30am-8pm. Date: 8 January, 5.30am-8pm. Location: Portsea Ocean BeachLocation: Portsea Ocean BeachContact: Gary Craft, 0418 532 Contact: Gary Craft, 0418 532 018018www.surfi ronmanseries.comwww.surfi ronmanseries.comRed Hill Country Red Hill Country Music FestivalMusic FestivalThe festival starts at 9am with a The festival starts at 9am with a youth talent showcase followed youth talent showcase followed at 10am by top peninsula and at 10am by top peninsula and interstate artists presenting a wide interstate artists presenting a wide range of country music includ-range of country music includ-ing country rock, bluegrass and ing country rock, bluegrass and honky tonk. Includes hot rod show honky tonk. Includes hot rod show and shine, and ute muster.and shine, and ute muster.Date: 8 January, 9am-6.30pmDate: 8 January, 9am-6.30pmLocation: Red Hill Recreation Location: Red Hill Recreation Reserve, Arthurs Seat RdReserve, Arthurs Seat RdContact: Barbara Kuhl, 0402 260 Contact: Barbara Kuhl, 0402 260 048048Portsea PoloPortsea PoloAustralia’s highest-profi le event Australia’s highest-profi le event combines polo and food, wine, combines polo and food, wine, sun, the outdoors and picturesque sun, the outdoors and picturesque Portsea.Portsea.Date: 14 January, 10.30am-6pmDate: 14 January, 10.30am-6pmLocation: Point Nepean Quaran-Location: Point Nepean Quaran-tine Station, Portseatine Station, PortseaContact: Alan Hunt, 9585 8330Contact: Alan Hunt, 9585 [email protected]@focalpromotions.com.auwww.portseapolo.com.auwww.portseapolo.com.auSorrento Bay Swim 2012Sorrento Bay Swim 2012Open water swim in Port Phillip. Open water swim in Port Phillip. The main event is a 1.8km tide-The main event is a 1.8km tide-assisted swim plus a 600m swim assisted swim plus a 600m swim for juniors and novices. Main for juniors and novices. Main fundraiser for Sorrento Surf Life fundraiser for Sorrento Surf Life Saving Club.Saving Club.Date: 15 January, 8.30am-noonDate: 15 January, 8.30am-noonLocation: Sorrento ForeshoreLocation: Sorrento ForeshoreContact: Brett Irvine, 0427 591 Contact: Brett Irvine, 0427 591 951951Portsea Swim Classic 2012Portsea Swim Classic 2012

Major annual fund raiser for Major annual fund raiser for Portsea Surf Lifesaving Club, Portsea Surf Lifesaving Club, now in its 26th year. The swim now in its 26th year. The swim starts adjacent to “The Cutting” on starts adjacent to “The Cutting” on Portsea front beach (west of pier) Portsea front beach (west of pier) and fi nishes adjacent to Jarman and fi nishes adjacent to Jarman Oval at the Point Nepean National Oval at the Point Nepean National Park. The course is 1.5km long Park. The course is 1.5km long and fi nishes on the stairway struc-and fi nishes on the stairway struc-ture that leads from the beach.ture that leads from the beach.Date: 21 January, 9.30am-4.30pmDate: 21 January, 9.30am-4.30pmLocation: Point Nepean National Location: Point Nepean National Park’s Jarman OvalPark’s Jarman OvalContact: David Walton, 0432 644 Contact: David Walton, 0432 644 [email protected] [email protected] www.portseasurf.com.auwww.portseasurf.com.auDromana Australia Day Dromana Australia Day CelebrationsCelebrationsFamily morning starting at 8am Family morning starting at 8am with a free community breakfast with a free community breakfast until 10am, lots of children’s activi-until 10am, lots of children’s activi-ties – face painting, rides, animal ties – face painting, rides, animal farm, cupcake decorating and farm, cupcake decorating and jumping castle. At 10.30am there jumping castle. At 10.30am there will be an address by the Australia will be an address by the Australia Day Ambassador with a fl ag-Day Ambassador with a fl ag-raising ceremony, live music with raising ceremony, live music with local bands and singers.local bands and singers.Date: 26 January, 8am-1.30pmDate: 26 January, 8am-1.30pmLocation: Dromana ForeshoreLocation: Dromana ForeshoreContact: Colin Blythe, 5987 1295Contact: Colin Blythe, 5987 1295Australia Day at RosebudAustralia Day at Rosebud10km Fun Run Safety Beach to 10km Fun Run Safety Beach to Rosebud.Rosebud.6km Fun Run Dromana pier to 6km Fun Run Dromana pier to Rosebud.Rosebud.Free community breakfast Free community breakfast 9-10am followed by fl ag-raising 9-10am followed by fl ag-raising and presentation to fun run and presentation to fun run winners. Family activities and winners. Family activities and entertainment including “Search entertainment including “Search for a Star” 8.30am-1.30pmfor a Star” 8.30am-1.30pmDate: 26 January, 9am-1.30pmDate: 26 January, 9am-1.30pmLocation: Village Green, Pt Location: Village Green, Pt Nepean Rd, RosebudNepean Rd, Rosebud

Contact: Esther Revens, 5986 Contact: Esther Revens, 5986 [email protected]@chisolm.edu.auAustralia Day at Sorrento Australia Day at Sorrento Portsea RSLPortsea RSLGuest speakers and fl ag-raising Guest speakers and fl ag-raising from 11am. National Anthem from 11am. National Anthem singer. Free barbecue and bands singer. Free barbecue and bands all dayall dayDate: 26 January, 11am-6pmDate: 26 January, 11am-6pmLocation: Sorrento-Portsea RSLLocation: Sorrento-Portsea RSLContact: Jenny Prentice, 5984 Contact: Jenny Prentice, 5984 28862886Australia Day at Sorrento Australia Day at Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat ClubSailing Couta Boat ClubFlag-raising ceremony including Flag-raising ceremony including speeches, singing of National An-speeches, singing of National An-them, canon and musket salute. A them, canon and musket salute. A classic fl eet of couta boatsclassic fl eet of couta boatswill sail from Portsea to Rye in the will sail from Portsea to Rye in the afternoon.afternoon.Date: 26 January, 11.30am-1pmDate: 26 January, 11.30am-1pmLocation: Sorrento Sailing Couta Location: Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat ClubBoat ClubContact: Phillip Hall, 5984 8200Contact: Phillip Hall, 5984 8200Australia Day Citizenship Australia Day Citizenship CeremonyCeremonyCitizenship ceremony and an-Citizenship ceremony and an-nouncement of Mornington Pe-nouncement of Mornington Pe-ninsula 2012 citizen of the year, ninsula 2012 citizen of the year, young citizen of the year and young citizen of the year and event of the year.event of the year.Date: 26 January, 2.30-4pmDate: 26 January, 2.30-4pmLocation: Rosebud Memorial Hall, Location: Rosebud Memorial Hall, 994 Pt Nepean Rd, Rosebud994 Pt Nepean Rd, RosebudContact: Linda Yorke, 0411 068 Contact: Linda Yorke, 0411 068 [email protected]@mornpen.vic.gov.auHot BBQ Music FestivalHot BBQ Music FestivalHot BBQ returns to Point Nepean.Hot BBQ returns to Point Nepean.Date: 28 January, noon-10pmDate: 28 January, noon-10pmLocation: Jarman Oval, Point Location: Jarman Oval, Point Nepean National ParkNepean National ParkContact: Ben O’Callaghan, 9686 Contact: Ben O’Callaghan, 9686 [email protected]@futureentertainment.com.au


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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

In defence of the power balladIn defence of the power ballad

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WAR and Peace (aquatic centre, Rose-bud foreshore) continues. Coun cillors have dismissed my brilliant sug gestion of the “Rye Aquatic Cen tre” with Judy Durham singing The Carnival is Over.

Voting was 6-5 to back the Rose bud Foreshore Reserve Coastal Manage-ment Plan. I can imagine Eunice Cain’s interjections watched by afi cio-nados John Cain and David Harrison, but why must they personalise those with opposing opinions? Mother told me years ago “Why be nasty when nice is so much better”.

Cr Tim Rodgers suggested they failed to consult residents. Funny man. Still, might be worth putting it to a vote, but what if they vote for? I have no problem with Eunice & Co’s point of view; just that problem of ap-preciating other points of view. Let us hope our new mayor Frank Martin (aka Russell Mockridge) and deputy, the beautiful Anne Shaw, are properly prepared for battle with the usual sus-pects.

***NOTHING changes, as I’ve often said. Teddy’s mob gets stuck into Brum by’s mob about taxes, gets into government, makes a fortune from rising water bills, continues on with speed cameras saga, gets his minister to scream about nurses putting child-ren at risk knowing it’s his mates crea-ting the risk and knowing we all agree that nurses are underpaid and under-

respected.All this without mentioning the

treat ment of the $8 an hour workers at the Baiada chicken factory in Laver-ton North working in less than ideal conditions and criticised by Agricul-ture Minister Peter Walsh for “putting animals at risk”?

I respect the fact that it’s almost Christ mas, Teddy, so I won’t men-tion the stripping back of our be loved Rosebud Hospital. Ever been from Rosebud to Frankston in an ambu-lance? Make sure you’re strapped in tight. Building up the coffers for the next election, I suspect.

***TASTE is strange indeed. I’m a fi rm believer in laughter as an antidote to melancholia and grief, having expe-rienced both. “Man that is born of a woman, is of short continuance, and full of trouble.”

Laughter is medicine, so I love com-edy, satire in particular but, please, un-derplayed. I go back to the best – Jack Benny, Burns and Allen right up to today’s best.

What I don’t like is this assumption that some comics display about our Australian character; the over-the-top Ocker concept. Paul Hogan was funny, sometimes spoilt by this necessity to belittle our national charac ter. John Doyle is occasionally funny as Ram-paging Roy Slavin. Greig Pickhaver (H G Nelson) is not funny, never was.

Barry Humphries is accorded royalty status as is his due mostly, except when he insults our lowest comment denominator and particularly when his far-right views come into focus. Dave Hughes and Shaun Micallef? Give me a break.

***SOME people go through life without enemies? I cannot remember when I couldn’t name at least two and that only includes the obvious ones; those who take a dislike for reasons best known to themselves.

At racetracks for 37 years, the last 10 as a supervisor, I had a female boss forever trying to “get me”. In the Commonwealth Public Service I was reported half a dozen times; once to Canberra for “answering the counter in a suggestive manner”? Ushers at the movies as a teenager? Gestapos. I was innocent! Never bothered me. Simply wondering what it is that rubs the odd person up the wrong way? A perse-cution complex, or should I shower more?

***DO men like females? Are females our equals or sometimes superior? The Amazons of Greek mythology not only participated in fi ghting and controlled politics but also exclusively made up both the population and the fi ghting force.

With females now available for front line duties as a fi ghting force and

our Queen, Governor-General and Prime Minister all females, it can ap-pear that the previous order of things is undergoing change. Far from it. I look at reports of the Taliban attitude to females in Afghanistan. In Papua New Guinea 67 per cent of wo men are beaten by their husbands; in Tuvalu half the females lost their virginity in forced sex; in Samoa 46 per cent are physically abused; Fiji 66 per cent and likewise Vanuatu. An AusAID survey reveals nearly one in three are sexu-ally abused be fore they turn 15. Then there’s the unreported happenings to females in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Here in Australia females are sub-jected to domestic abuse, spousal abuse, battering, family violence, and intimate partner violence. It’s all very well to say different countries, differ-ent customs, but you have to ask your-self if men, even perhaps the majority of men, have a secret fear of females? Thoughts never spoken?

***WHY is it that a Greens representa-tive is so immediately recognisable on tele vision? Is it their clothes, their way of speaking or is it that they resemble the up and coming breed of theatre and fi lm assistant directors? Former hippies who have seen the light or intellectual odd bods? Sarah Hanson-Young looked a bit that way initially, but not now. Look out Bob.

***I WISH my two mates, handsome Greggy Hunt and aquatic Marty Dix-on, a Merry Christmas. Keep those pictures coming; they’re on my fridge as pinups. Also our melodious Prime Minister for her courage, and all the RSL poker players who keep my beer at a manageable price. As for holiday television, including all Rupert Mur-doch’s channels, thank God for the ABC. And so to Christmas, the anni-versary of Christ’s birth in Bethlehem and presents for the lovely spoilt chil-dren. Enjoy.

Christmas is coming, the geese are getting fat. Please put a penny in the old man’s hat. If you haven’t got a penny, a ha’penny will do. If you haven’t got a ha’penny then God bless you!

Women are like phones: they like to be held, talked to and touched often. But push the wrong button, and you’re disconnected. Back in 2012.cliffi [email protected]

A Grain of Salt

By Cliff Ellen

UK popsters Duran Duran named themselves after a character in Roger Vadim’s fi lm Barbarella. The band formed in 1978, disbanded in 1990 and reformed in 1992. It recorded the New Romantic anthem Planet Earth in 1981, which raced into the UK charts, and Duran Duran looked set for world domination.

Its eponymous debut album also con-tained Girls on Film. Hits following including Rio, Save a Prayer, Hungry Like the Wolf and Is There Something I Should Know? The unstoppable chart success continued with The Wild Boys, The Refl ex and the live album Arena.

The band split, reformed and in 1993 had two US top 10 singles, Or-dinary World and Come Undone. Du-ran Duran also recorded the James Bond theme for the fi lm View to a Kill (1985).

Duran Duran tour Australia in 2012, six concerts to coincide with the re-lease of its current album, All You Need is Now (Shock).

The trip will comprise arena shows and outdoor concerts in Perth and the Hunter Valley. Last in Australia in

2008, the band will showcase songs from the album as well as hits from a 30-year career.

The album has been praised by fans and critics alike, and hit No. 1 on the download charts in the top 15 markets around the world when it was released.

Produced by Grammy Award-win-ner Mark Ronson (Amy Winehouse, Adele, Kaiser Chiefs, Lily Allen) and mixed by Spike Stent (Madonna, Bjork, No Doubt), it features guest vo-cals/rap from long-time Duran Duran collaborator Ana Matronic of the Scis-sor Sisters, and R&B/neo-soul super-

star Kelis.The original

Duran line-up of Simon Le Bon, John Taylor, Ro-ge r Taylor and Nick Rhodes continues to reign supreme as one of the biggest British bands of all time – reimagining pop music, crea-ting innovative

vid eos and winning over millions of new fans with a unique fusion of mu-sic, art, technology and fashion.

Duran Duran has sold more than 80 million records, had more than 30 hit singles and won six lifetime achieve-ment awards.

The band performs at Rod Laver Arena on Monday 19 March. Tickets 132 849 or www.duranduranmusic.com www.daintygroup.com

***ALSO touring next year:

There are still some tickets for the

Rod Stewart concert at Rod Laver Arena on 17 February with support act Diesel. Call 132 849.

www.rodstewart.com Buy tickets for Roger Water’s The

Wall Live concert at Rod Laver Arena on Saturday 11 February from 132 849. www.roger-waters.com.

Seal performs at Rod Laver Arena on 15 February. Tickets 132 849.

Original Liverpool group The Sear-chers play Palms Crown on Satur day 4 February. Book on 1300 795 012.

Daryl Hall and John Oates with sup-port Icehouse play the Plenary Theatre on Thursday 2 February and Rochford Winery on 12 February. Tickets 136 100.

Coinciding with his Australian tour, Elton John has released a double CD – Elton John The Defi nitive Hits Aus-tralian Tour Edition 2011 (Univer-sal) with 33 songs including Rocket Man, Crocodile Rock, Goodbye Yel-low Brick Road, Candle in the Wind, Nikita, Philadelphia Freedom, Benny & The Jets, Lucy in the Sky with Dia-monds, Club at the End of the Street, and Sad Songs.

www.eltonjohn.comUniversal Music has released the

2011 reissue of the album Some Girls, which introduced the Rolling Stones to a new generation of fans. Some Girls topped the US charts over three decades and remains the bestselling album of their career. The reissue in-cludes gems from the Rolling Stones vault “discovered” by producer Don Was. Mick Jagger’s love of 1970s funk is refl ected in Miss You and the album has the Keith Richards’ classic Before They Make Me Run.

Thirty years on from its original release, the remastered, deluxe edi-tion contains Respectable, Beast of Burden, Miss You, So Young, When the Whip Comes Down and Tallahas-see Lassie. www.rollingstones.com www.getmusic.com.au

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By Gary Turner


Thursday January 26, 2012Sorrento Portsea RSL Australia Day Family Party

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EVERY January, the major art show on the southern peninsula is held in Sorrento and next month is the 27th Annual Rotary Club of Sorrento Art Show, the club’s major fundraiser of the year.

In the past few years an average of $130,000 in value of paintings has been sold, with money raised donated to community projects.

The show features art for all – unique, traditional or contemporary – at a price to suit all. Artists from all over Australia are invited to contrib-ute, and more than 750 paintings are for sale.

On the peninsula, art holds place of signifi cance for many residents, tour-ists and visitors.

The fi rst show, held in the old com-munity hall in 1984, raised $350.

In a few years the exhibition out-grew the space and moved to Sorrento Community Centre.

The show has become an integral

part of the Sorrento summer scene. More than 350 interested buyers at-tend the preview on Friday night.

Many of the works are scenes of Port sea, Sorrento, Blairgowrie, Flinders and the hinterland – sea-scapes, landscapes and the artist’s in-terpretation of beautiful southern end of the peninsula. Others depict the red interior and country scenes.

A distinguished artist is invited to judge each time – this time it will be Colin Johnson.

Feature artists John Whitelaw and Alan Morgan will hold popular dem-onstrations giving techniques, guid-ance and tips during the show.

Preview is on Friday 7 January. Tickets are available from Twiggy’s Shoes. The show runs from Saturday 8 January to Saturday 14 January at Sorrento Community Centre, David MacFarlan Reserve. Details: 0432 420 336.

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 refer-ence 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 work is in corporate and private collections worldwide, one hangs in Parliament House in Canberra 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 lo-cal, 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 lighter side of lifeArtist has a preference for lighter side of lifeShowtime: Lyn Mellady is the “featured artist” at the 40th Mornington Art Show, sponsored by The News.

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Check the hand brake as well – park the car on a hill, put it in neutral and, if it does not hold fi rm on the handbrake, have it checked and adjusted.Clean lights and windowsCAR windows should always be kept clean, as dirty glass can drastically reduce the driver’s vision when heading towards oncoming headlights or a low sun. Dirt increases the effect of glare.

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