We are renewing the management plan that guides how we look after this important site balancing the needs of its biodiversity within its urban environment The current plan in place is available for download and the renewed version will be uploaded to the website when finalised.  The Edithvale-Seaford Wetland is the largest natural wetland of its type in the Port Phillip and Westernport basins It is all that remains of Carrum Carrum Swamp which once covered more than 4,000 hectares from Mordialloc in the north to Frankston in the south this large wetland supported many animals and plants including Brolga and Magpie Goose — now both extinct in the area Patterson River was dug through the middle of the swamp in 1879 gradually draining water to provide flood protection and farmland The remaining wetland areas have been kept to provide flood protection Watch the following video for an overview of the wetland: Video: Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands - slow TV - transcript In 2001 the Edithvale-Seaford Wetland was listed as a Wetland of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention We have developed a management plan to balance conserving the site with sustainable use that benefits people and nature The plan follows the Strategic Directions Statement for Management of Victoria's Ramsar Wetlands as many as 7,000 birds make the Edithvale-Seaford Wetland their home Seven bird species recorded at the wetland are protected under the Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988 (Vic): The wetland is also home to a mob of Eastern Grey kangaroos and circled by an extensive walking and bicycle path that is ideal for birdwatching A botanical survey of the Edithvale-Seaford Wetland mapped 14 plant communities including three that are of state significance: The wetland also has a number of regionally significant plant populations and one population of state significance: Large River Buttercup We are responsible for managing Edithvale Wetlands and manage Seaford Wetlands together with Frankston City Council We are helped by the Friends of Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands The Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands Community Liaison Committee plays a central role in planning for and managing the wetlands The committee was established in 2004 and includes representatives from: The committee is a means of engaging and communicating with the community on wetland management For more information about the community liaison committee, call 131 722 and ask to speak to the local river health officer Schools and community groups can book a visit to the centre through our education program This video series explores the many facets of the Edithvale-Seaford Wetland The Friends is a community group aiming to conserve the wetland reserves and buffers of the Edithvale-Seaford Wetland Environmental Area View detailed information on the ecology and management of other Ramsar-listed Victorian wetlands on the Department of Environment We use reCAPTCHA to protect our website from spam, for more information about the data we collect see our privacy website statement Melbourne Water respectfully acknowledges the Bunurong Wadawurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land and water on which we rely and operate We pay our deepest respects to their Elders past First published in the Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News – 17 July 2024 Currently you have JavaScript disabled. 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Mornington Peninsula News Group (MPNG) is a locally owned and operated MPNG publishes five weekly community newspapers: the Western Port News Frankston Times and Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News MPNG also publishes two glossy magazines: Peninsula Essence and Peninsula Kids Credit: 7NEWSPolice have launched an investigation after a woman’s body was discovered on a popular beach on Monday Authorities were called to Carrington Street at around 6.30am after receiving reports of a body on Edithvale beach The popular beach is located around 28km from the Melbourne CBD Get the first look at the digital newspaper curated daily stories and breaking headlines delivered to your inbox Get the NewsletterBy continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.On arrival police located the body and the woman was pronounced dead at the scene Police said the circumstances surrounding her death are yet to be established and an investigation is underway The circumstances surrounding her death remain unclear as police work to establish the events leading up to the discovery Police are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 Latest EditionEdition Edition 5 May 20255 May 2025All-powerful Anthony Albanese says give me some R.E.S.P.E.C.T These 6 educational videos focus on the Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands and the community groups who play a key role in caring for them Get a well-rounded understanding of the wetland’s many diverse roles If you’re focusing on a specific topic select the video that takes your interest from the list below Learn how wetlands support a variety of wildlife - including birds fish and bugs - which are all part of a complex food web Watch video Discover the importance of the Edithvale-Seaford wetlands to 190 bird species including migratory birds that travel 12,000 kilometres from Siberia Watch video The extensive Carrum Carrum Swamp was drained for grazing and housing; two portions of the swamp were preserved: the Edithvale and Seaford wetland Watch video The Friends of Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands have been pivotal in protecting and improving the wetlands which have gained international recognition for their significance Watch video Follow the history of the Edithvale-Seaford wetlands from their origins as Carrum Carrum Swamp - territory of the indigenous Bunwurrung language group to the time of early settlement Watch video Learn why plants are important to a wetland and how some were used by indigenous people for food The Edithvale-Seaford wetlands has 87 plant species with records of Aboriginal use Watch video With dynamite still in his fist at full-back and a wealth of knowledge cleaned from mighty mentors Kris Pendlebury has made a brilliant start to his first senior coaching role Please call us on 1800 070 535 and we’ll help resolve the issue or try again later TEACHERS at Edithvale Primary School took the cold plunge last week to raise money for the FightMND foundation.More than a dozen teachers and community leaders jumped into the ice bath last Tuesday for the fundraiser The event was organised by student leaders at Edithvale Primary School.Edithvale Primary School acting Principal Hayley Grindley was among those who took part “Another year at Edithvale Primary School supporting Fight MND Our student leadership team – our kids from Year 5 and 6 – are just so amazing and hardworking I tried not to get my head and mouth in the water but I copped the whole thing.”Kingston councillor Hadi Saab also attended He said “Fight MND is really getting traction Year on year I see it building and I see more schools and community groups getting on board and it’s fantastic to see.” First published in the Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News – 26th June 2024 After the removal of 5 dangerous and congested level crossings at Edithvale Chelsea and Bonbeach and the creation of 3 modern train stations – 3 new public artworks have been unveiled to further enhance the station precincts reflecting the natural beauty and Indigenous heritage of the bayside communities We engaged expert art consultants to select the artists before a specially formed Art Steering Committee examined their proposals The artworks are due to be installed by the middle of 2022 the creation story of the black crow passed down by the local Bunurong people has inspired a bold and contemporary mural facing the Nepean Highway by artist Jenna Lee The 5 black wings and 4 feathers made from recycled plastic will adorn a station wall to highlight the area’s Indigenous history and the significance of the nearby Edithvale wetlands their feathers were burnt black in a bushfire a Gulumerridjin (Larrakia) and Wardaman and KarraJarri Saltwater woman of the Northern Territory and Western Australia worked with the Bunurong Land Council to illustrate and pay homage to the cultural story of the Waa being the spiritual protector of the land Artist James Tapscott has produced a sculptural interpretation of the grasses found growing along the sand dunes at Chelsea Beach to be installed on either side of the new Chelsea pedestrian bridge The work Pluma comprises a total of 10 blades of grass with ‘fluffy’ ends and has been designed to reflect the relaxed feel of the area a quirky and playful sculpture has been brought to life by artists James and Eleanor Avery to be placed at the end of the arbour near the entrance to Bonbeach Station The Bonbeach Bird was inspired by the birdlife of the nearby Edithvale Wetlands and has been imagined with a pop culture twist The quiff on the bird’s head references waves and periwinkle shells found in Aboriginal shell middens on nearby clifftops Shell middens are concentrations of shells containing evidence of past Indigenous activity The black and white colours of the quiff were chosen because of the striped swim caps of the Bonbeach Life Saving Club and the blue colouring of the bird reflects the sea and the beach huts that line the bay Artist impressions are indicative only and may be subject to change Works are currently underway to put the finishing touches on the station precincts including landscaping Our crews are planting more than 800 trees and 85,000 shrubs installing what will become more than 11km of share used path between Edithvale and Frankston and creating safer station carparks with security cameras and more lighting The Victorian Government is investing an unprecedented more than $4 billion in the Frankston Line to remove of 20 level crossings and build 13 new stations by 2025 with a total of 85 level crossing removals across Melbourne by 2025 to allow more trains more often and less crowding on peak services 57 level crossings have been removed across Melbourne to date your new walking and cycling path is almost complete and sections will progressively open from May as part of our Level Crossing Removal Project works the new path along the railway side of Station Street will form more than 11km of continuous shared use path from Edithvale to Frankston The new path will create new opportunities for locals to exercise Our crews have made great progress building the path as part of finishing works across the 3 new Edithvale Chelsea and Bonbeach station precincts after the removal of 5 dangerous and congested level crossings late last year To make it easier to leave the car at home each station will have 26 new bike spaces in secure bike cages with 17 bike hoops each at Edithvale and Bonbeach stations The finishing works also include planting more than 800 trees and 85,000 shrubs groundcovers and grasses and opening new station carparks with CCTV and more lighting to create safer station precincts The new Chelsea pedestrian bridge is also rapidly taking shape to provide an easier and more convenient connection from Station Street to Chelsea’s shopping strip and the beach – it’s due to open in May Chelsea and Bonbeach are due to be completed by the middle of the year The Victorian Government is investing $4 billion in the Frankston Line to remove a total of 20 dangerous and congested level crossings and build 13 new stations by 2025 – with 58 level crossings already gone for good across Melbourne Work to remove 5 dangerous and congested level crossings and build 3 new stations at Edithvale Chelsea and Bonbeach is powering ahead with the major dig out of 3 new rail trenches complete and 4 new road bridges now open with crews excavating the 3 rail trenches - each one around 1km long and up to 7m deep. A mammoth 200,000 cubic metres of soil enough to fill 80 Olympic-sized swimming pools The trenches have been dug to lower the Frankston Line under the road network and remove the level crossings at: 4 new road bridges have opened at Edithvale Road in Edithvale Argyle Avenue in Chelsea and Bondi Road in Bonbeach. The Thames Promenade bridge creates a new east-west road connection across the rail corridor taking drivers directly to the Mornington Peninsula Freeway accessible and safer stations are also rapidly taking shape at: The new stations are due to open to passengers before the end of 2021 Fund Australia’s home of LGBTQ+ journalism Edith Vale and Maureen McGillicuddy – the alter egos of Melbourne comics Thomas Jaspers and Kyle Minall – are irreverent grannies with a wicked sense of humour Matthew Wade caught up with them to chat about Melbourne Maureen: I was born in Tittybong near Swan Hill but my dear dad got a job in Melbourne which moved our family to Collingwood in 1939 when I was 11 Is that something you were always aware of M: I thought it was a joke when someone told us because I’d never heard the term before I thought it might be some sort of liver complaint “That’s the last thing I need” Edith: We’re quite okay with it because we spoke to the Real Housewives of Melbourne and they said it’s great because you can tap into something called the ‘pink dollar’ we’ve always felt that a political message is best presented on baked goods M: That’s true – after the war I got a job working in a bakery and someone once ordered a cake that caused a bit of a stir for the communist party My suggestion is: if you’re going to put a hammer and sickle on top of a cake You’ve been running a wildly successful bingo night in Melbourne every month Can you recall a particularly memorable moment from one of the bingo nights E: A couple of years ago we had a group of young ladies with short haircuts I’m not sure what the politically correct term is for them Well they must have been having a really good time because none of them had noticed that their menu had caught alight on the tea light candle which then spread and set fire to the table What can audiences expect from your bingo events M: We also love having our special celebrity guests on but we know that people are really there to see us Do you have a message for our LGBTI readers M: While we don’t think what you do is normal… we can’t really put into words what normal actually is anymore so celebrate who you are every day and don’t be ashamed of it Edith and Maureen host a monthly ‘Granny Bingo’ night in Collingwood. For details and to buy tickets, visit them on Facebook: www.facebook.com/grannybingo Editorial Submissions and Enquirieseditor@starobserver.com.au Advertising and Salessales@starobserver.com.au Accountsaccounts@starobserver.com.au beachfront residence on a big block in Melbourne’s southeast has sold for $165,000 above price expectations under the hammer The three-bedroom house at 6 Turakina Ave, Edithvale had an initial $2.9m-$3.15m price guide but was knocked down for $3.265m Four bidders fought for the coastal abode among a large crowd of onlookers RELATED: Aussie model’s bold ‘shed house’ creation for sale Inside Trump’s estate, golf course Attorney-General aims to seize First-home buyer scheme most likely to get you a home said her parents had owned the property for 40 years every Christmas was here and all the grandchildren grew up here,” Ms Cronin said The expansive balcony looks right onto the beach She said that her favourite features of the home were the wide window sills and that it was triple brick which kept it “lovely and cool” downstairs “I love walking upstairs and seeing that (beach) view; we’ve had many glasses of wine sitting out on the balcony just watching the sunset,” she said Ms Cronin said that it had been a long journey and seeing the hammer go down was bittersweet as it was the end of an era “It really had lots and lots of laughter.” Ray White Chelsea director Shane O’Sughrue said from this home to Melbourne’s CBD there were only about 100 beachfront properties that were “back door to sand” “The rarity of that is just exceptional; it’s not like Brighton where you’ve got to cross the main road or Beach Rd “The demographic of Edithvale on the beach front is quite exclusive; there’s a lot of prominent people who keep very quiet who live on the beachfront.” Hardwood floors and high ceilings are consistent features throughout He said there were not many beachfront properties left of this size from Seaford to Aspendale “The reason is because they get chopped up into townhouses for the frontage of the water,” he said Mr O’Sughrue said that the winning bid went to a local family who intended to knock it down the underbidder had planned to move in and renovate,” he said The Art Deco triple brick residence has hardwood floors MORE: Ex-AFL player Angelo Lekkas’ selling 100yo family nest Emma Stone pulls off speedy La La land sale win Crazy way 8yo earned $170k third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to our Terms of Use. scores $1m+ profit 7 years laterEmily Holgate Marco Kuchenmeister with son Ollie and dog Sammi Marco sold his Edithvale home under the hammer on Saturday Marco Kuchenmeister first sought out his luxury Edithvale home after living for a year in Rosebud He was looking for something closer to his work in Clayton and said he “always wanted something close to the water” “It’s the absolute dream for a German,” Mr Kuchenmeister said RELATED: Bentleigh pad gifts owners $250k premium, sells under hammer for first time in 30 years Real Estate auction blog: Livestreams and rolling updates from Victoria’s auction market Elizabeth Flann: Author’s Edithvale boat shed for sale The two-storey Edithvale home scored a massive premium on Saturday It features a chic kitchen with stone benches and Bosch appliances Vendor Marco Kuchenmeister with son Ollie and dog Sammi outside the upstairs living room where the auction was held He has lived at the 20 Dudley Grove home for the past 20 years and raised his two children there — renting for 13 years and buying the property in 2015 for $1.2m the home sold under the hammer for $2.631m — soaring $131,000 above the $2.5m bid that brought it onto the market OBrien Real Estate Chelsea agent Kimberley Ferguson said about 100 spectators attended the auction She said 110 bids were placed in just 17 minutes Bids rose in $25,000 increments from there before it was called on the market at $2.5m A couple searching for the perfect holiday home to share with their children and grandchildren placed the winning $2.631m bid Ms Ferguson said the couple missed out on the opportunity to buy a home in Chelsea last year “Most of the bidders for this (property) were seasoned buyers and were aware of the auction process,” the agent said She added that the buyers loved the views from the dwelling Mr Kuchenmeister also talked highly of the views and said he didn’t want to sell but was downsizing as his children were now grown “Every day in that house is monumental … when you look out the window was “one of the best beaches in the world” “You get the most beautiful sunsets everyday … my dog (Sammi) loves the beach The two-storey pad features an open-plan living and dining area kitchen with stone benchtops and Bosch appliances About 80 groups inspected the home over its campaign Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. Click here to get the latest Victorian property market news delivered direct to your inbox MORE: Victorian, Melbourne suburbs defying the property downturn Australia’s ‘Schitt’s Creek’: Entire Victorian town with its own pub up for sale in Gippsland Lost Melbourne district revealed beneath Melbourne CBD office tower project More than 700 locals recently came together to celebrate the end of works on 8 level crossing removal projects on the Frankston Line The community event on Saturday 8 October started in Beeson Reserve followed by a 5km community bike ride with around 100 locals to Carrum foreshore park along the new shared use path built as part of the project free drinks and food and interactive kids’ activities including face painting Chelsea and Bonbeach 5 level crossing were removed by lowering the rail line under the local road network into 3 rail trenches each around 1km long and up to 7-metres deep Three new stations also opened in Edithvale featuring better station facilities and all-abilities access for commuters – improving commuters’ experience on the Frankston Line 3 level crossings were removed by building a rail bridge and created a new direct connection from McLeod Road to Nepean Highway for drivers Locals are now also able to enjoy 4 new community open spaces created as part of Carrum’s $50 million revitalisation Following the removal of the level crossings crews remained in the area to complete the finishing touches on the projects including planting and landscaping works around the stations – more than 160,000 trees shrubs and grasses – and installing walking and cycling paths to create more than 11km of continuous shared use path from Edithvale to Frankston These projects improved travel time in the area where the boom gates would previously be down for up to 40% of the morning peak The Victorian Government is removing 27 dangerous level crossings and building 17 new stations as part of upgrades on the Frankston Line that will improve safety reduce congestion and allow more trains to run more often Riders in the southern suburbs face disruption over the next week as Station Street hosts road closures and asphalting works Following the level crossings removals at Edithvale changes to the road network are getting the final treatments The intersection of Station St and Edithvale Rd Edithvale will be closed from this evening (Thursday) until 4am on Monday for upgrading There will also be full closures of Station Street though through Edithvale Chelsea and Bonbeach for asphalting and line marking works starting on Tuesday 29 March in Chelsea from Thames to Argyle Ave Asphalting will continue through until May Works will pause for a couple of weeks around Easter Riders detoured on to the Nepean Highway will need to exercise caution as the road surface is treacherous in places The Department of Transport will be re-surfacing the Nepean soon Works will be mainly at night so riders should not be unduly inconvenienced Become a Member and help fund our advocacy work Find out more about Bicycle Network and support us in making it easier for people to ride bikes The Great Victorian Bike Ride is set to return in 2025 on 24–28 November offering an exciting new format while keeping the spirit of this beloved event alive Bicycle Network Memberships offer benefits to all kinds of riders The Peaks Challenge Ride2School fundraiser is on again for this year's epic event on Sunday 9 March The City of Adelaide will undertake a speed limit review to understand the need for reducing speeds to support business and residents and create a safer city environment Work on the much-anticipated $38.9 million Sydney Harbour Bridge ramp upgrade has begun the bike lane will link the country's most famous bridge to the bike network in Milsons Point we launched our Affiliate Membership program specially designed for cycling groups and clubs Orange in New South Wales is in line for a nice new stretch of bike path one that will expand the off-road network and improve access to schools Work has kicked off on a key Canberra bike route setting the wheels in motion for safer and more pleasant journeys through the city’s northern suburbs In a submission to the federal government’s draft National Urban Policy Bicycle Network and seven other Australian bicycle organisations have called for active transport infrastructure funding to be increased to 10% of federal transport investment Many of our best bike journeys are along coastlines or up and down the creeks and rivers that meet the sea But with rising sea levels some of this vital infrastructure is at threat of inundation erosion and from changes in groundwater chemistry As well as having educators on hand to tell you about the wonderful birds and animals that call this wetland home: This is a free event and there’s no need to book Troy Wood: I applied to do the Masters of Learning Intervention at Melbourne University. The stream I chose was specific learning difficulties: dyscalculia, dyslexia, dyspraxia, learning difficulties that are very common in an everyday classroom. [On-screen text: Master of Inclusive Education Program – Melbourne University - Master of Learning Intervention] Troy Wood: Like most primary school teachers, I would have students in my classroom that needed extra support and I wasn't always confident in how to teach them, especially with their reading skills. James Whitla: What he's brought is a deep understanding of how students learn, this is beyond reading. This is about how the brain functions. This is about how we memorise things. Troy Wood: What I did get out of the course was that explicit instruction and direct teaching methods are, by and large, the most powerful and impactful for the most students. James Whitla: Ultimately, what we want to be able to do is get our kids to be able to inquire and learn and discover themselves, but they’ve got to have the tools to be able to do that. For them to be able to comprehend, dissect, interpret, they need to be able to read first and foremost. Troy Wood: I could come back to school with confidence and the supporting evidence and say, ‘Hey guys, I reckon we can make some big gains here. If we can tweak some of our practices to help all students.’ James Whitla: It gained momentum with his knowledge and belief and he modelled that for other staff members to be able to do. And then they got inquisitive about that and wanted to find out a little bit more. Troy Wood: The work that he does has infiltrated all the classrooms now. And they've really run with it. It's having a huge impact and our kids are having success at the end of it. [On-screen text: Disability Inclusion – Education for All. Victorian State Government – Authorised by the Victorian Government, Melbourne] CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) Our crews are hard at work adding the finishing touches to the 3 new train station precincts at Edithvale Chelsea and Bonbeach – including building pedestrian crossings landscaping and car parks – with the job due to be completed by the middle of the year buses will replace trains between Mordialloc Frankston and Stony Point from 8.30pm Thursday 10 February to last service Sunday 13 February to allow our crews to safely continue applying the finishing touches to the station precincts rail trenches and carry out rail signalling works Trains have been stopping at the new stations since November 2021 after the removal of the 5 dangerous and congested level crossings that previously made travel for commuters and residents of the 3 bayside suburbs difficult more pedestrian crossings will progressively open early this year including the new Chelsea Road pedestrian bridge above the sunken rail line New walking and cycling paths will create more than 11km of shared use paths between Edithvale and Frankston landscaping will feature more than 800 trees and 85,000 shrubs groundcovers and grasses and station carparks will have CCTV and more lighting to create safer station precincts Chelsea business Carvosso Cakes is conveniently located close to a new pedestrian crossing connecting Chelsea Station to Nepean Highway traders and owner Brendon Hick is delighted to witness the suburb’s ongoing transformation Chelsea and Bonbeach had previously been down for up to 40% of the morning peak causing delays for commuters including drivers More than 40,000 commuters use the Frankston Line every day and the boom gates would have been down for even longer without the project because of network plans to run more trains on the line The Victorian Government is investing more than $4 billion in the Frankston Line to consign 20 level crossings to history and build 13 new stations by 2025 with a total of 85 dangerous and congested level crossings being removed across Melbourne by 2025 Works are due to start later this year to remove another 2 dangerous and congested level crossings at Glen Huntly and build a new Glenhuntly Station Another 2 level crossings are also being removed at Mentone and Parkdale with the creation of a new Parkdale Station by 2025 The former Anglican Church of St Columba has had a divine intervention Nothing quite says divine like a church conversion which perfectly blends heritage highlights with modern design this former Edithvale house of God has been resurrected into two heavenly homes Part one of the development was snapped up after an offering of more than $1 million and part two has just hit the market The building has been standing since the 1920s and was once the Anglican Church of St Columba it’s just moments from Edithvale’s foreshore O’Brien Chelsea agent Kimberley Ferguson couldn’t reveal its sale price but it was believed to have sold for more than $1 million Part two, a three-bedroom pad at 10B has just graced the market with a price guide of $1.08-$1.15 million the heritage facade that has been immaculately restored and the original stone front fence The contemporary additions include skylights black accents and a neutral colour palette The house at 10B has an open-plan design for the ground floor’s main living areas and an outdoor entertainment deck are also found It’s on the market with a $1.08-$1.15 million price guide “Part two is in an extension of the church that was done after the original church was built,” Ms Ferguson said it’s almost 7sq (65sq m) bigger and has two living areas a double garage and a more kid-friendly upstairs with bigger bedrooms it has the same feel as next door with heritage features like the original windows and beautiful original fence.” Ms Ferguson said 10A sold to a downsizer who wanted “wow factor” and space to entertain it opens up to more demographics,” she said but it is also cosy enough for a downsizer.” Nestled in the picturesque coastal town of Edithvale, Metro Property are underway with constructing their latest addition in their portfolio Edithvale Place will offer a harmonious blend of coastal architecture, spacious living, and environmentally conscious design, handled by the architects at ClarkeHopkinsClarke The design of Edithvale Place takes into account the unique coastal environment seamlessly blending with the natural surroundings The architectural forms pay homage to the seaside reminiscent of white sails against a clear blue summer sky “Spending my childhood holidays on Victoria’s surf coast in and around some of Australia’s most iconic beach houses gave me a deep appreciation for architecture that enhances the everyday experience,” said Partner The solar-powered family homes boast expansive backyards and an abundance pf additional space for all your living the residences seamlessly integrate indoor and outdoor living with the large ground floor living spaces effortlessly connecting with generously-proportioned private outdoor areas the homes offer an abundance of room both indoors and out with many featuring a second living area upstairs to cater to various lifestyle needs The flexible private parking options not only accommodate vehicle parking but also free up valuable garden space or provide storage for larger beach items At Edithvale Place longevity is at the heart of the design ethos extending to every detail of the interior selections and appointments The homes exude a sense of quality and sophistication The materials chosen not only offer aesthetic appeal but also provide durability and resistance to coastal elements Strategically positioned windows frame sightlines of the surrounding landscape bringing the beauty of the seaside indoors while practicality has also been considered with inbuilt bench seating included at the front doors Edithvale Place also embraces sustainability through the incorporation of solar power Each home will come equipped with a 3kW solar panel system covering a significant portion of the household's electricity needs the solar panels ensure a greener and more energy-efficient lifestyle for residents Beyond the confines of the homes, a world of coastal charm awaits just a short 200 metre walk away, while Edithvale General Store is conveniently located just around the corner offering a delightful array of grocery items We're on a mission to radically improve the quality of Urban communities being developed across Australia We aim to showcase every development in Australia to help you find the perfect new home Jack Watts is over the moon with his Edithvale development Demon-turned-Power player Jack Watts is seeking tenants for his first property development foray just a few suburbs along the bay from where he grew up in Melbourne The injured Port Adelaide star has built two schmick townhouses at 31A and 31B Ivan Ave both of which have recently been advertised for rent at $730 a week A family has snapped up one of the mirror-image pads, but the other is still up for grabs through Watts’ former Melbourne teammate Bernie Vince’s Pride Real Estate Jack Watts also runs swimwear label Swosh with some friends Here he is with Port Adelaide teammate Travis Boak and Stella from Kalou Models Plenty of space for a few drop punts and handball drills The number one draft pick who was traded to Port at the end of the 2016 season told the Herald Sun he “loved the process” of his first development “Property has been a big interest of mine all the way through my career I bought my first place in Sandringham at 19 years old,” he said “But I think now I’m just going to concentrate on paying off this mortgage as much as possible then will look to buy my house post-footy somewhere I want to live like Byron Bay.” Watts started planning the property move about three years ago, and has worked with his mate Chase Mackay, co-owner of DrakeBuild “There has obviously been plenty of delays but I’m so happy with the finished product,” Watts said That finished product is side-by-side four-bedroom three-bathroom townhouses featuring open-plan kitchen which open to decks and decent-sized backyards who retired from AFL at the end of the 2018 season with the Dees said his former teammate had done well with the development despite starting his own property journey in Watts’ adopted South Australian home he said he hadn’t given him any hot tips on that market — leaving that to the experts there — and told the Herald Sun he was enjoying life after footy as a Pride director alongside Charlie Clemons I’ve always had an interest in it (property) all the way through,” he said “To work or be employed doing it after footy CoreLogic records show the 702sq m property at 31 Ivan Ave sold for $560,000 in April 2014 when it had a dated three-bedroom house on-site Watts played his local footy with Brighton Grammar and Sandringham Dragons before being picked by Melbourne with the first selection in the 2008 national draft The 28-year-old’s parents sold up in Highett in 2017 He’s been forced to watch the Power’s season unfold from the sidelines after breaking his leg and partially dislocating his ankle in a tackle during his team’s round two win over Carlton We’ve celebrated the opening of the new Chelsea pedestrian bridge above the Frankston Line and completion of a new 11km walking and cycling path between Edithvale and Frankston as part of Level Crossing Removal Project works Chelsea and Bonbeach has seen 5 dangerous and congested level crossings consigned to history 4 new road connections opened above the lowered Frankston line and 10 existing pedestrian crossings upgraded creates a spectacular new local landmark — connecting commuters and pedestrians quickly and easily from Station Street to the Nepean Highway shopping strip Our crews have also finished the new sections of walking and cycling path along the railway side of Station Street which link up to create a continuous 11km path from Edithvale to Frankston for commuters The walking and cycling path has been a multi-year project The first stage of the path opened between Kananook and Frankston in November 2019 and the second between Carrum and Seaford opened in December 2020 On either side of the new Chelsea pedestrian bridge 2 images viewers provide historical and contemporary representations of the suburb the Station Street box shows a black and white image of the old Chelsea Station from the 1920s the box features the artwork Feathers by Bunurong artist Adam Magennis which portrays a contemporary perspective on Chelsea An official opening celebration for the new pedestrian bridge and walking and cycling path was held on Thursday 16 June 2022 the Bunurong Land Council performed a traditional Welcome to Country and a smoking ceremony and the Stakeholder Liaison Group toured the new Chelsea Station precinct our crews will install a stunning new public artwork next to the new pedestrian bridge Artist James Tapscott’s work Pluma will comprise a total of 10 blades of grass and is a sculptural interpretation of the grasses found growing along the sand dunes at Chelsea Beach which will be placed on either side of the pedestrian bridge Chelsea and Bonbeach include planting more than 800 trees and 85,000 shrubs groundcovers and grasses and installing a new public artwork at Edithvale The Victorian Government is investing an unprecedented $4 billion in the Frankston Line to remove of 20 level crossings and build 13 new stations by 2025 Edithvale has graced the market and will have you singing “hallelujah” The prayers of those seeking a glorious church conversion have been answered with this Edithvale property gracing the market Formerly the Anglican Church of St Columba the historic property has been beautifully restored and converted into a double-storey home The now contemporary three-bedroom house at 10A Lochiel Ave is on the market with a $1.1-$1.2 million asking price The property has a $1.1-$1.2 million price guide The cathedral ceilings are a feature on show throughout the home exposed beams and original leadlight windows characterise the property Elegant period highlights effortlessly blend with contemporary features to bring it in-line with modern-day living Modern luxury sits behind the historic facade OBrien agent Kimberley Ferguson said the owners purchased the heritage-listed church in 2015 and had spent the past three years transforming it “They have completely restored the whole inside and kept as much of the heritage features as possible “Without a doubt the most amazing feature is the cathedral ceilings and the original leadlight window at the back Part two of the renovation will be listed for sale once the first property has sold who have completed numerous high-end developments purchased both the church and its extension and transformed them into two individual homes “The second part of the church is going to be released once this one has sold,” Ms Ferguson said “Not only is it an amazing building and really rare for the area “Lochiel Ave is one of Edithvale’s most tightly-held streets and it’s only 300m to 400m from the beach.” there’s one thing you need to do: listen to this song close your eyes and prepare to be bowled over by a song that triple j’s Claire Mooney called “one of the most impressive and special debuts we’ve come across.” This article contains content that is not available ‘Edithvale’ swept through triple j Unearthed like an emotional tsunami heavenly vocals and unforgettable story swept us off our feet and the only question we were left with was: “who is Bec Sykes?” Bec is a singer-songwriter from the outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne she’s spent the last eighteen months honing her songwriting skills and playing intimate gigs at beloved Melbourne venues Bec was also awarded the Josh Pyke Partnership and joined a winner’s list that includes Alex Lahey she was crowned the winner of Melbourne label Pieater’s ‘Pie School’ competition where she earnt the opportunity to work with Tom Iansek of #1 Dads and Big Scary With simple foundations of striking piano and Bec’s unreal vocals the pair created something instantly striking Although it’s an emotional indie-folk song that could draw comparisons to artists like Julia Jacklin ‘Edithvale’ is a song that could have only been created by Bec Sykes Plenty of the song’s lyrics feel devastatingly universal (“I wanna be in love again the story centres around a deeply specific heartbreak “I wrote Edithvale after my ex-boyfriend’s car got stolen and set on fire The song is me reminiscing on our relationship on the good times when we were still in love The car being stolen and set on fire just after we broke up felt like it was a symbol of our relationship going up in flames,” she told us Bec has felt the love from various members of the triple j team who are probably still feeling the impact of being emotionally pummeled by the heartache of ‘Edithvale’ “Train to otherworldly departing here now.” – Richard Kingsmill, 2020 “And just like that, you’ve transported me back to my first bout of heartache at 21. Fuck. I’m going in for my fourth play.” – Lucy Smith, Mornings Vivid storytelling from Bec that’s made all the more personal through intimate recording “It’s the kind of song I would stay in my car for. Just flawless.” – Bridget Hustwaite, Good Nights You’ll be hearing ‘Edithvale’ all this week on triple j Unearthed but if you want to hear more about the music that inspired the memorable upload, you can listen to our full chat with Bec Sykes up top. Published: 27 Apr 2025Sun 27 Apr 2025 at 2:00pm Published: 20 Apr 2025Sun 20 Apr 2025 at 2:00pm Published: 13 Apr 2025Sun 13 Apr 2025 at 2:00pm 3 Esplanade Lane, Edithvale has a dream position by the beach This brilliantly positioned Edithvale home is a rare treasure offering beachfront living with a touch of Hamptons luxury The 3 Esplanade Lane property just metres from the water commands uninterrupted vistas and lavish family living on two levels Both floors are linked by a glass-door lift and the floorplan is ideal for the indoor-outdoor coastal lifestyle The kitchen and living area on the ground level “It is one of the best homes on offer in Edithvale where beachfront blocks are rarely listed,” Buxton Mentone director Wesley Belt said The 630sq m property has a $4.5-$4.7 million price guide with expressions of interest closing May 2 Mr Belt noted that beachfront blocks in the suburb could fetch $3.3 million for land value The suburb’s residential price record is $3.55 million A home on a much larger block at 185 Nepean Highway in nearby Aspendale sold for $6.01 million in 2017 which the vendors have owned for five years has been extended and renovated as a stylish family entertainer The main outdoor attraction is the glass-fenced pool and spa that form a seamless link to the beach without sand dunes or beach boxes to interrupt the views Hamptons style with the ground floor hosting the main living and dining zone a gourmet kitchen with a long island bench and three bedrooms with an ensuite and bathroom The parents’ bedroom is zoned upstairs and boasts a dressing area and ensuite; it shares this level with a family living zone The family living flows out to the poolside area The home has been finished with rich Marie Antoinette parquetry Carrera marble benchtops and floor-to-ceiling Italian imported bathroom tiles Comfort is assured with reverse-cycle climate-control to every room and gas fireplaces for each zone complemented with airy plantation shutters and double-glazing for many windows tucked in a secluded lane and yet close to the shops 2 Somme Pde, Edithvale, sold for $3.55 million on April 29 A BEACHFRONT property has sold for more than $3.5 million in Edithvale eclipsing previous sales in the suburb to set a new house price record Buxton Mentone director Wesley Belt said the property at 2 Somme Pde sold on April 27 ahead of the property’s initially scheduled auction date on May 13 a local family and one from the eastern suburbs so they were coming from all over,” Mr Belt said He said a young local family bought the property for $3.55 million entertainment area with a fireplace and rooftop deck were among the highlights Mr Belt said while prices at that level had been achieved close by in neighbouring Aspendale the sale price for the Somme Pde property was a record for the beachside suburb “There’s been nothing above that in Edithvale,” he said The sale price was especially significant given the property had a land size of about 500sq m It is also more than $1.4 million above the previous top Edithvale result reported to CoreLogic which is recorded as the $2.08 million sale of a property at 5 Waters Edge Place in 2008 A wide stretch of the bay forms a backdrop to the home’s living spaces The impressive five-bedroom home has multiple living and entertainment areas including a sandstone outdoor area with a fireplace The 180-degree bay views can be enjoyed indoors or from the rooftop deck Adding to this appeal is the fact the home sits atop a stretch of beach with no main public access for a few hundred meters “It was a great family floorplan and Somme Pde is a really special spot because it’s a cul-de-sac so it’s like your own private beach there,” he added “It’s a quiet beach location; it’s not in the hustle and bustle like some beaches.” CoreLogic records show the property changed hands in 2006 for $1.36 million Mr Belt said homes along the region’s coastline had been attracting increasingly higher interest and prices “Beachfront has absolutely escalated in the last three years,” he said “I think people are recognising it’s such a rare privilege and it has been undervalued for years in my opinion “And with access to all the freeways and infrastructure now it makes it a lot easier for people.” SEE SUBURB PROFILE: EDITHVALE Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Victorians could end up paying more to remove levels crossings on the Frankston train line after the Andrews government decided not to build "skyrail" in some of its most marginal suburbs in the hope of avoiding an electoral backlash The Sunday Age can reveal that bayside communities in Edithvale and Bonbeach will get their wish to not have elevated rail near their homes with the government set to announce that those key sections of the track will be lowered under the road a "hybrid" version of skyrail will be built in Seaford – where the government insists it is not feasible to lower the line due to the impact a trench would have on the Kananook creek and nearby wetlands – while an elevated bridge will also be built on a semi-industrial section of the line at Skye Road The move to limit skyrail on certain parts of the Frankston line is likely be welcomed by some residents and give an element of comfort to marginal seat Labor MPs Tim Richardson (Mordialloc) Sonya Kilkenny (Carrum) and Paul Edbrooke (Frankston) "We've listened to the experts and the community to work out the best solution at each site," said Public Transport Minister Jacinta Allan "Cost is only one factor in deciding how to remove a level crossing – it's also about what's feasible and what the community want." there are still likely to be political risks because some campaigners believe the government's level crossing removals program should not at any stage involve elevated rail "Skyrail is an attack on people's livelihood and their number one asset: family homes so I don't think it's going to go down well if you put it on any part of the Frankston line," said Cameron Howe Bonbeach and Edithvale crossings will be removed by lowering the rail line at Station Street/Bondi Road and Edithvale Road with trenches roughly one kilometre long at both sites a "hybrid" design has been chosen that involves lowering Seaford Road by about 1.5 metres (a level that won't disturb ground water) while raising the railway line on a small planted embankment (around five metres high at its highest point) The decision to trench under the road at Edithvale and Bonbeach could end up costing more or potentially take more time because an environmental effects statement will need to be conducted to ensure that flood risks and other dangers are mitigated The government says the cost and time frame will be determined as part of the tender process It also comes days after the government announced it would lower the tracks to remove three other key crossings along the Frankston line: Charman Road and Park Road in Cheltenham and Balcombe Road in Mentone – a move that would involve demolishing 25 homes and seven business premises Opposition spokesman David Davis accused Premier Daniel Andrews of "hoodwinking" Victorians by not presenting them with skyrail before the election "Of course he didn't – because it's a stinker," Mr Davis said Skyrail has been a pressure point for the government for the more than a year – ever since it announced plans to built elevated rail along the Cranbourne-Pakenham line without properly consulting the local community the Frankston corridor includes sandbelt suburbs where elections tend to be won or lost and residents have long made it clear that they could punish Labor as a result of it after the Andrews government decided not to build \\\"skyrail\\\" in some of its most marginal suburbs in the hope of avoiding an electoral backlash a \\\"hybrid\\\" version of skyrail will be built in Seaford \\u2013 where the government insists it is not feasible to lower the line due to the impact a trench would have on the Kananook creek and nearby wetlands \\u2013 while an elevated bridge will also be built on a semi-industrial section of the line at Skye Road \\\"We've listened to the experts and the community to work out the best solution at each site,\\\" said Public Transport Minister Jacinta Allan \\\"Cost is only one factor in deciding how to remove a level crossing \\u2013 it's also about what's feasible and what the community want.\\\" because some campaigners believe the government's level crossing removals program should not at any stage involve elevated rail \\\"Skyrail is an attack on people's livelihood and their number one asset: family homes so I don't think it's going to go down well if you put it on any part of the Frankston line,\\\" said Cameron Howe a \\\"hybrid\\\" design has been chosen that involves lowering Seaford Road by about 1.5 metres (a level that won't disturb ground water) while raising the railway line on a small planted embankment (around five metres high at its highest point) It also comes days after the government announced it would lower the tracks to remove three other key crossings along the Frankston line: Charman Road and Park Road in Cheltenham and Balcombe Road in Mentone \\u2013 a move that would involve demolishing 25 homes and seven business premises Opposition spokesman David Davis accused Premier Daniel Andrews of \\\"hoodwinking\\\" Victorians by not presenting them with skyrail before the election \\\"Of course he didn't \\u2013 because it's a stinker,\\\" Mr Davis said Skyrail has been a pressure point for the government for the more than a year \\u2013 ever since it announced plans to built elevated rail along the Cranbourne-Pakenham line An eye-catching and quirky new public sculpture has been installed to enhance the new Bonbeach Station precinct after level crossing removal works the bird was carefully placed next to the Nepean Highway near the northern pedestrian ramp to the city-bound station platform The sculpture is the creation of artists James and Eleanor Avery who were on-site to oversee the exact positioning and installation of the suburb’s newest landmark Inspired by the birdlife of the nearby Edithvale Wetlands – with a pop culture twist – the sculpture references many of the things that make Bonbeach a unique and beautiful place to live The black and white colours of the quiff were chosen because of the striped swim caps of the nearby Bonbeach Life Saving Club and the blue colouring of the bird reflects the sea and the beach boxes that line the bay Bonbeach residents Graham and Lindy were among the first people to see the sculpture and no doubt others will like it too,' said Graham our crews will continue adding the finishing touches to the 3 new station precincts at Edithvale Chelsea and Bonbeach after the removal of 5 dangerous and congested level crossings – including Melbourne’s 50th – and the creation of 4 new road bridges above the lowered Frankston Line A further 2 unique public artworks will later be installed at Edithvale and Chelsea groundcovers and grasses across the station precincts and opening new walking and cycling paths to create more than 11km of new shared use paths between Edithvale and Frankston The Victorian Government is investing $4 billion in the Frankston Line to consign 20 level crossings to history and build 13 new stations by 2025 58 level crossings are already gone for good Both faces of the 87-year-old Chelsea Clock Tower have been carefully restored to take pride of place once again in the heart of the Bayside suburb as part of works to remove 5 dangerous and congested level crossings and build 3 new stations at Edithvale The Nepean Highway landmark was dismantled brick by brick by the Level Crossing Removal Project to make way for lowering the Frankston line under local roads and into 3 rail trenches in 2021 The clock tower has been re-built next to the new 6.8m wide Chelsea pedestrian bridge which forms part of the new Chelsea Station precinct Horologist Ronald Datson is among the last formally trained clock repairers in Victoria and at his Lilydale workshop in Melbourne’s north-east he said he spent more than a week addressing the condition of the clock faces The acrylic sheet faces were cleaned and polished and the copper surrounds sandblasted to remove layers of paint before the soft metal was straightened and repainted Ronald also restored a trap door which was attached to the side of the clock tower to allow access to the clock mechanism joking the door had 'more paint on it than the Sydney Harbour bridge' The restored Chelsea Clock Tower will feature a modern mains-powered timekeeping device which automatically adjusts for daylight saving or in the event of a power outage — removing the need for someone to climb into the tower to manually correct the time The Chelsea Clock Tower was unveiled on 21 October 1934 and was a gift from the Carrum Electric Supply Company to mark a century of European settlement in Victoria the tower was shifted closer to the railway line in 1997 The connection of Traditional Owners to the land will also be recognised in the new Chelsea Station precinct including the station’s design featuring woven canopies to represent the area’s Indigenous textiles and craft our crews will have completed the finishing touches to the new station precincts including pedestrian connections like the new Chelsea pedestrian bridge planting more than 800 trees and 85,000 shrubs car parking and opening more than 11km of shared use paths between Edithvale and Frankston While our crews were busy pouring concrete last week as part of works to remove 5 dangerous and congested level crossings and build 3 new stations at Edithvale local baristas were on the go pouring up to 600 free coffees – on us A total of 6 cafes participated in the coffee giveaway to celebrate the progress we have made – including the end of major trenching works and the opening of four new roads along the Frankston line corridor – and to thank residents and traders for their patience during our ongoing major works blitz trains due to be running again between Mordialloc and the 3 new stations open on Monday 22 November there is still time for residents to take part in our Go Local campaign to support local traders Residents can identify local traders to support by browsing the Go Local trader directory or by scanning the Go Local QR code on their smartphone Also, our fortnightly Go Local Friday Frenzy competition has been extended to Saturday 27 November and shoppers have the chance to win prizes including $100 vouchers to spend at participating traders and there is no limit to how many times people can enter the prize draw residents are reminded to follow all COVID-19 related requirements including social distancing and check-in using the Service Victoria app The Victorian Government is investing more than $3 billion in the Frankston line to remove 20 level crossings and build 13 new stations by 2025 We’re celebrating a major milestone with Melbourne’s 50th dangerous and congested level crossing officially declared gone for good at Bondi Road Bonbeach – along with the removal of 4 more level crossings at Chelsea and Edithvale – bringing our removal count to 54 The golden milestone was reached one year ahead of schedule with a total of 85 level crossings set to go across Melbourne by 2025 to improve safety reduce congestion and create capacity for more trains It follows the level crossing removals at Manchester Road, Mooroolbark and Maroondah Highway, Lilydale on Friday 19 November with 2 new stations open at Lilydale and Mooroolbark Every one of our projects is an opportunity to do more Since 2015 we have built 31 new train stations created nearly 14 MCGs worth of new open space shrubs and trees and delivered a whopping 40km of shared user paths Trains resumed along the full length of the Frankston Line on Monday 22 November Chelsea and Bonbeach stations opened after 10 weeks of major works Our 2000 strong workforce got rid of 5 level crossings – including Melbourne’s 50th – by lowering the Frankston Line under the local road network and into 3 rail trenches We also built 4 new road bridges over the trenches at Edithvale Road and the new east-west link across the rail corridor at Thames Promenade To thank the community for its understanding and patience during our works our team were up bright and early to celebrate at the stations and local shops with surprises and music to mark the milestone removals crews will remain in the area until mid 2022 completing car parking planting and landscaping works around the stations including more than 800 trees and 85,000 shrubs groundcovers and grasses to enhance the area’s coastal look and feel We'll also install walking and cycling paths to create more than 11km of continuous shared user path from Edithvale to Frankston These level crossing removals were vital as the boom gates at Edithvale More than 40,000 commuters use the Frankston Line every day and current network plans to increase the number of trains running on the Frankston Line meant the boom gates would be down for even longer without the removals the Level Crossing Removal Project is removing 20 dangerous and congested level crossings and building 13 new stations by 2025 as part of a $3 billion upgrade of the Frankston Line We are not stopping yet with another 4 level crossings to go at Glen Huntly GUNSHOTS were fired at a home and cars in Edithvale last week The drive-by shooting took place on Berry Avenue at around 4am on 5 October Police say multiple shots were fired at a home and multiple cars Two people were home at the time of the shooting and whether it is connected to the discovery of a burnt-out vehicle located shortly afterwards on Thames Promenade in Chelsea Heights Anyone with information, can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppersvic.com.au First published in the Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News – 10 October 2023 Major construction blitzes on the Lilydale Williamstown and Frankston lines have been resequenced with new target dates confirmed for 8 dangerous and congested level crossings to be gone for good 6 new stations opened and trains running again – just in time for summer Since construction resumed on our sites following a 2-week construction shutdown project teams have been working to adjust construction schedules while also implementing enhanced COVIDSafe measures to protect workers and the community Lilydale are targeted to be removed Wednesday 17 November and 2 new stations with modern facilities open for passengers at Mooroolbark and Lilydale Both existing stations will remain closed and buses will continue to replace trains between Ringwood and Lilydale until Tuesday 16 November There will also be local road closures in place during this time and road users are asked to plan ahead and allow extra travel time work is currently underway on one of Melbourne’s biggest level crossing removal projects to date – including the 50th crossing — getting rid of 5 level crossings at Edithvale Chelsea and Bonbeach and building 3 new stations These level crossings are targeted to be gone for good and stations open on Monday 22 November Buses will continue to replace trains between Mordialloc Frankston and Stony Point until Sunday 21 November the Ferguson Street level crossing is planned to be removed with trains picking up passengers from the new North Williamstown Station at the same time Buses will replace trains between Newport and Williamstown stations until Friday 10 December a scheduled rail line closure will be shifted back a fortnight as works continue to duplicate the Cranbourne Line and remove level crossings at Greens Road Buses will replace trains between Westall and Cranbourne/Pakenham from Saturday 20 November to Thursday 25 November while these works – which also includes a brand new Hallam Station – continue Work is continuing on 24 level crossing removal project sites across Melbourne including the removal of four level crossings in Preston and level crossing removals on the Craigieburn There are no changes to previously announced dates for any other level crossing removal projects as a result of the 2-week construction shutdown We continue to implement COVIDSafe measures across all sites including mandatory vaccinations for all workers Additional measures making worksites even safer include new physical distancing markers better ventilation in site sheds and the presence of COVID-19 safety marshals While COVIDSafe measures are in place across all level crossing removal projects and we will minimise disruption to projects as much as possible We are well on the way to removing 85 dangerous and congested level crossings by 2025 – including the 50th in just weeks – with 47 already gone for good This Edithvale home offers complete beach frontage then this Edithvale home might be the answer With absolute beach frontage, the new owner of 2/2 Wallum Rd will secure the beach as their backyard Edithvale is up for sale and offers the beach as it’s backyard Hodges Mentone selling agent Pandelis Plousi said the real standout for the modern home was a path which leads directly from the backyard to the beach “The house is on its own title and situated right on the sand,” Mr Plousi said “A lot builds now don’t have paths that take you straight to the water — it’s very unique because of that.” The courtyard has a gate which allows for direct beach access The contemporary three-bedroom townhouse has a price guide of $2.2 million-$2.3 million and features uninterrupted ocean views from two levels and multiple outdoor areas Upstairs there is a second courtyard with the added perk of roller doors to create and indoor/outdoor area when entertaining The townhouse has a price guide of $2.2 million-$2.3 million Two balconies can be found on the first floor — one overlooking the beach the other a private escape attached to the main bedroom The main bedroom completes the floor and doesn’t skip out on the luxury with a walk-through wardrobe and ensuite Downstairs there are two queen-size bedrooms and a living area — again with views of the ocean The ground floor lounge room provides another retreat with ocean views The property will go to auction on Saturday If you believe that this is a technical error, please contact us and tell us the location of this page Edithvale Life Saving Club’s (LSC’s) new clubhouse has been recognised as a key Kingston emergency service hub winning an excellence in construction award in the commercial category from the Master Builders of Victoria (MBV) had a major facelift from its existing 100-plus year-old clubhouse giving members the space required to provide a safe swimming location for the community  LSV infrastructure specialist Simon White credited the collaborative effort between the City of Kingston the club and the local community for the award win “Edithvale LSC’s new clubhouse is a state-of-the-art facility to support water safety outcomes at a busy Port Phillip bay location,” Mr White said “Facilities such as Edithvale LSC are a critical element of LSV’s mission to prevent aquatic related death and injury in all Victorian communities “We are really proud to see the facility recognised in the excellence in construction awards from the MBV.”  The club was designed and built by Brighton-based civil and infrastructure company 2Construct which was also awarded young builder of the year at MBV 2Construct general manager Joe Hastie said working on Edithvale LSC required all stakeholders working closely together to ensure the space met the needs of an emergency services hub “Working closely with Edithvale LSC and the City of Kingston was important in ensuring the delivered result was practical in terms of the functionality such as having the patrol tower in a location with good visibility and accessing rescue equipment such as boats,” Mr Hastie said we don’t even know who is moving in at the end but for a custom-use emergency services project such as Edithvale LSC there is that very clear end function to be mindful of “I am extremely proud of 2Construct receiving this award in recognition of an enormous amount of hard work and to share this with the club Edithvale LSC president Dianne Montalto said after working in a building that was more than 100 years old she was thankful for the support of the state government and City of Kingston in funding the new space “It’s been great to be working in more modern facilities which has enabled us to also upgrade to more modern equipment,” Ms Montalto said we now have two patrol rooms; one upstairs so we have a clear view of the water and one downstairs so we are right there on the beach ready to assist members of the public as required “Working together with 2Construct and City of Kingston we were able to come up with a plan for what we thought was an excellent new space little did we know we were going to end up winning an award with it!”  Edithvale is the third Kingston life saving club to win an award of this calibre with Carrum LSC being a previous winner of an Australian Property Institute Award and Mordialloc LSC winning the Victorian Costal Award and website in this browser for the next time I comment We’re celebrating a major milestone with Melbourne’s 50th dangerous and congested level crossing officially declared gone for good at Bondi Road Bonbeach – along with the removal of 4 more level crossings at Chelsea and Edithvale which was reached one year ahead of schedule train services will also resume along the full length of the Frankston line Chelsea and Bonbeach stations will open after 10 weeks of major works Our 2000 strong workforce got rid of 5 level crossings – including Melbourne’s 50th – by lowering the Frankston line under the local road network and into 3 rail trenches We also built 4 new road bridges above the trenches at Edithvale Road Bonbeach – and the new east-west link across the rail corridor at Thames Promenade the team was up bright and early on Monday morning to celebrate at the stations and local shops with surprises and music to mark the 50th removal milestone crews will remain in the area until mid-2022 completing car parking planting and landscaping works around the stations including more than 800 trees and 85,000 shrubs groundcovers and grasses to enhance the area’s coastal look and feel and install walking and cycling paths to create more than 11km of continuous shared user path from Edithvale to Frankston This project was vital because the boom gates at Edithvale Chelsea and Bonbeach had previously been down for up to 40% of the morning peak more than 40,000 commuters use the Frankston line every day and current network plans to increase the number of trains running on the Frankston line meant the boom gates would be down for even longer without the project View original press release here This is probably not the page you’re looking for Work is ramping up later this month at Edithvale Chelsea and Bonbeach to remove 5 more dangerous and congested level crossings and create 3 new stations on the Frankston Line traders and commuters through the area are set to benefit from reduced congestion improved safety and more trains running more often The major works start on Sunday 25 July when the current Edithvale Chelsea and Bonbeach Stations will close for demolition go to school or commute through the area then you should prepare for changes to the way you travel Train services will be impacted by the works. Buses will replace trains on sections of the Frankston and Stony Point lines from Sunday 25 July to Monday 2 August Trains will then run express through the stations for 6 weeks until a further 2 month line closure and construction blitz from Monday 13 September until November Shuttle buses will operate to connect locals to train services Some local roads will be closed for about two months from July to October and commuters and residents should prepare for major disruptions at several east-west connections across the Frankston line Visit our consolidated disruptions page to see all travel changes throughout Edithvale Thames Promenade will be extended to the Nepean Highway The extension will create a direct connection to major arterial roads including the Mornington Peninsula Freeway and future Mordialloc Freeway The 5 level crossing removals were combined to reduce the disruption period and then fast-tracked to be gone by 2021 ­­­­­­­– an unprecedented timeframe for one of the biggest projects we’ve ever undertaken the Victorian Government is removing 18 level crossings and building 12 new stations as part of a $3 billion upgrade of the Frankston Line TWO vacant properties owned by Kingston Council could be redeveloped into social housing Kingston Council is exploring a partnership with Launch Housing to develop 6 Lochiel Avenue in Edithvale and 33 Balcombe Road in Mentone The two properties are proposed to be leased out to Launch Housing for 30 years.The motion to repurpose the two properties was agreed to by Kingston councillors late last month It identified women over the age of 50 and single parents with children as potential priority tenants The two properties are walking distance away from Edithvale and Mentone train stations respectively They formerly housed the Lochiel Child Care Centre and the Australian Turkish Association.Community consultation would still need to take place before the project progresses Kingston Council said the proposal would “build upon council’s commitment through the 2020 Kingston Social and Affordable Housing Strategy which addresses increasing levels of housing stress in the community increasing levels of housing stress in the community will lead to a reduction in well-being in the community increase disadvantage and create inefficient labour markets.”“The current proposal is for new homes to be constructed across the two sites with Launch to take control of the sites under 30-year leases however the plans will be subject to further detailed scrutiny and approval processes,” the council statement read “The need for housing assistance in Kingston was previously estimated as a shortfall of 4690 dwellings to alleviate homeless and housing stress for existing residents This figure has likely grown given the costs of new housing construction and large increases in the cost of renting properties that has occurred over recent years.” The council vote was taken behind closed doors and made public in the minutes of the meeting First published in the Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News – 10th April 2024 Keeping locals and visitors safe at Victorian beaches is one of our core activities at Life Saving Victoria and our lifesaving clubs and their volunteers work tirelessly to do just that Supporting clubs to prepare for the future is a key part of our mission to prevent aquatic deaths and injury and we know improved lifesaving facility design and functionality leads to better equipped lifesavers being better able to do what they do best – which is of course to save lives The new facilities are modern and fit-for-purpose enabling our clubs to deliver their important community services The new clubhouses will provide volunteer lifesavers with more space to support their patrols during summer as well as year-round facilities for the whole community to enjoy Edithvale LSC president Dianne Montalto ESM said it meant a lot to all club members to have the new facility up and running we have a facility that will service our needs well into the future,” she said “All the members who have waited so patiently to see the new club will soon see the fruits of their commitment to the project “Our old building was the oldest lifesaving club in Port Phillip Bay It had a lot of charm and we were sad to see it go but the new one sets a new standard and will service the members and community for a range of functions and events and we’re all looking forward to coming together and enjoying it to the full next season.” Point Lonsdale SLSC president Charlie Pitney said he and the club were incredibly excited as they moved one step closer to achieving their collective dream of a new state of the art lifesaving facility and community hub “The Club has raised over $2.2 million in community donations over the last two years,” he said “This generosity and support is something we are so thankful for and we are looking forward to making use of our new clubhouse and creating a stronger community “This building will help us to continue to deliver excellence in our life saving service training and leadership development initiatives.” While trains have been stopping at the new Edithvale Chelsea and Bonbeach stations since November 2021 commuters were treated to a very different kind of train service last weekend Steamrail Victoria hosted its first public steam train tours for 2022 including its famous Moorabbin Bayside Shuttles which took passengers on a scenic journey through Melbourne's bayside suburbs last Sunday Operating 2 vintage steam engines with Heritage 'E type' carriages the tours travelled into the 3 new rail trenches under the 4 new road bridges and through the recently opened Edithvale The rarity of these tours wasn’t lost on the local community with hundreds stopping by the stations to catch a glimpse of a historical steam train chug through the modern surroundings This was the first-time steam trains have run through the new stations after the removal of 5 dangerous and congested level crossings from the 3 bayside suburbs The steam trains also stopped at Carrum Station for a photo opportunity on top of the elevated rail with spectacular views of Port Phillip Bay Our crews are still busy adding the finishing touches to the three new station precincts The works include building the new Chelsea pedestrian bridge creating 11km of walking and cycling paths between Edithvale and Frankston the Level Crossing Removal Project is removing 20 dangerous and congested level crossings and building 13 new stations by 2025 as part of a $4 billion upgrade of the Frankston Line An award-winning author has listed her Edithvale boat shed making waves among those keen to snap up the rare opportunity Writer Elizabeth Flann, who recently published her first fiction novel at age 75, is selling Beach Box 809 along Edithvale beach with $155,000 price hopes Buxton Chelsea agent James French said the blue and white striped creation had been enjoyed for 15 years by Ms Flann RELATED: Dunoon: ‘Scottish’ Mount Eliza mansion has own beach box Frankston beach box record price reeled in ahead of auction Ruslan Kogan: Tech entrepreneur spends $15m on neighbouring Flinders properties Blue and white stripes brighten up Boatshed 809 in Edithvale The beach box is found along Edithvale beach “She’s spent a lot of time with family down there and she’s done quite a bit of work to the roof too,” Mr French said Her creative flair is on show at the shack with interior walls painted to feature a mural of the ocean and colourful sea creatures Ms Flann won the Harper Collins Banjo Prize for her recently published crime thriller An ocean mural and new roof make it ready to use Author Elizabeth Flann with her thriller novel Beware of Dogs Before focusing on her own creative writing she co-authored the Australian Editing Handbook and taught editing scriptwriting and literature to postgraduate students Mr French said the beach box was in a secluded position and boasted the perfect orientation for sunset He added the opportunity for City of Kingston residents to buy a beach box was rare with most of the properties passing down generations of the same family It’s scheduled to go under the hammer on Sunday READ MORE: Robbie Williams buys dream villa in Switzerland for $42.9 million Before and after: Kew California bungalow turning heads 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