The visit was the final stop for the AO on the Road tour before the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup (Men's) and the Daphne Akhurst Memorial Cup (Women's) make their way to Rod Laver Area for next month’s grand slam.  The trophies proved a winner with kids and adults alike with locals taking the opportunity to nab a photo with Santa and the biggest prizes in Australian tennis.  Mount Eliza Fire Brigade Captain Mark Turnham said seeing the trophies in person was something that’s long been on his Christmas wish list.   “It’s not every day you get to carry the Australian Open trophies on a fire truck and it was nice of Santa to brave the heat to join us,” Mark said.  “Events like this really bring the community together.  “The Australian Open is such a massive global event so to have the trophies on our fire truck was a real thrill.  “I guess you could say the day was a smash hit!”  but reminded residents to do their bit.   “While we’re celebrating the season and looking forward to Christmas we’re still asking everyone to be fire ready.   “Take the time now to check your fire plan and make sure your family knows what to do in an emergency.  “Hopefully you won’t need to put your plan into action but it’s important to be ready just in case.”  A timely reminder to stay safe this summer – on and off the court.   You can keep up to date with the Fire Danger Ratings and warnings on the CFA website.   View all stories View more contacts The Facebook feed is contained within an iframe and as such is not available via keyboard access. 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Tweets by CFA_Updates We are currently experiencing issues with our embedded Twitter feed We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of the land Copyright 2025 CFA (Country Fire Authority) The Weekly SOURCE is published by DCM Media puts ‘epic’ tiled home up for saleAlesha Capone Toorak College and Mt Eliza village’s eateries and retail outlets has listed her stylishly renovated Mt Eliza house with a $5.6m price tag Ms Spargo and husband Josh purchased the 1973-built house at 2 Daveys Bay Rd with plans to renovate and live there with their three daughters The Maine House Interiors founder said that although the weatherboard abode had not changed much since the 1970s RELATED: Frank Walker from National Tiles puts South Yarra compound up for sale Mt Eliza: ‘Pelican’ estate with luxury car showroom by the pool set to rev up the market Spanish-style clifftop mansion in the Mornington Peninsula hits the market She sourced materials such as wallpaper and fabric from across the world for the reno while also working with local craftsmen including builder and joiner Wilken Homes “I like creating interiors that tell a story and have plenty of character,” Spargo says “I loved that we fully embraced colour and patterns The sitting room with pink-painted walls is a favourite place for the family to spend time together The family recently hosted 65 guests for a special event in the garden a Zip tap and an integrated fridge and freezer feature in the kitchen the property features a pro-surface tennis court from Grassports Australia pool house and terrace under a pergola draped in ornamental grapevines The pools’ white tiles are from Frank Walker’s National Tiles stores along with the tiles in house’s two bathrooms A silver birch tree-lined driveway leads to the home and a garden planted with trees the brainchild of landscape designer Julian Ronchi Spargo says they discovered letters – that appear to be written by a grandmother to a grandson – concealed within the walls Floral wallpaper and tiles from National Tiles have been included in both bathrooms Spargo says that for the renovation project she aimed to update the house for modern living but retain its old-world feel The entry way featuring botanical print wallpaper is one of her favourite rooms along with the kitchen containing a breakfast area with built-in bench seats a Zip tap and an integrated fridge and freezer The 1.4m-wide Lacanche brand freestanding double oven with a teppanyaki grill was custom-made in France the breakfast nook with built-in bench seats provides a fun spot for children to enjoy a meal while adults can gather at a nearby table An open-plan living area with a marble fireplace opens to the outdoor deck There are also a marble fireplace and bay window in the formal sitting room Across the hall is a timber and brass-fitted cellar and a dedicated study or den The main bedroom’s ensuite features marble flooring and benchtops wallpaper imported from the UK and a heated towel rail and floors Floral-patterned wallpaper adds a whimsical touch in the main bathroom heated flooring with Carrara marble mosaic tiles The laundry and mud room includes five lockers Spargo converted part of what was previously a garage into an “epic” laundry and mud room an integrated fridge and freezer with an ice maker and water dispenser The nearby storeroom and gym has heated tiles as well Aqua Real Estate’s Michelle Skoglund says the home’s furniture will be included in the sale for an additional price Ms Skoglund describes the residence as having a Scandi-Hamptons feel “What I love about it is that it’s so individual it’s what people visualise when they are moving to Mt Eliza with the weatherboards and romance,” she says Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. 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Mornington Peninsula marks a pivotal moment for the project and the broader sector.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeveloped by Hengyi and designed by VIA Architects Beachleigh represents a shift from traditional needs-based models towards a future focused on lifestyle personal choice and connection to place.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis evolution reflects emerging trends within the sector as Baby Boomers redefine retirement living expectations.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKnown for their financial independence and distinct preferences Baby Boomers are demanding spaces that support active and engaged lifestyles—a shift that’s reshaping how operators and architects approach seniors-living design.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Frank Bambino “Today’s seniors bring new expectations to the table promoting community engagement and individuality.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBambino says “Beachleigh reimagines what a seniors-living community can offer our collective vision is to create a lifestyle experience where luxury autonomy and wellbeing replace outdated notions of retirement”.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith roots dating back to 1878 the site’s heritage played a significant role in shaping VIA Architects’ design approach.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginally built as a grand seaside home and later serving as the Orthopaedic Branch of the Royal Children’s Hospital such as the original pool house and chapel will be preserved and integrated into the new development.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis blend of heritage and modern luxury reflects a commitment to honouring the past while delivering spaces that meet contemporary expectations.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReflecting a broader shift in seniors living multi-dimensional spaces that cater to more than just basic needs.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“We’re seeing a global trend toward environments that foster social connections and support holistic wellbeing,” says Bambino referencing insights from his recent study tours across Europe North America and New Zealand.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Premium dining experiences concierge services and lifelong-learning opportunities are just some of the things that have become standard offerings in modern seniors living communities Beachleigh will set a benchmark for luxury seniors living in Australia.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe community will include refined residences expansive walking paths and a diverse mix of communal spaces all designed to foster active lifestyles and ultimately prolong independence.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBambino says “Beachleigh is more than a luxury community; it’s a progressive model that offers seniors a place to continue leading purpose-driven lives surrounded by the natural beauty of the Mornington Peninsula”.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith projects such as Beachleigh continuing to emerge Lendlease’s third residential building in the Collins Wharf precinct of Victoria Harbour.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 28-storey 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“reflecting a maritime theme” aligned with the Collins Wharf design objectives.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAncora will connect to the neighbouring Regatta development via a podium allowing resident access to shared amenities.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an all-electric building that includes electric vehicle infrastructure the development is targeting a 5 Star Green Star certification Completion is expected in 2027.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegatta including build-to-rent and build-to-sell units.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtensive wharf works including remediation of pre-existing wharf piles installation of raker piles and construction of the extension to Australia Walk are also part of the project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical challenges include constructing on the finger wharf and co-ordinating extensive above-wharf road reserve and public parkland works.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Collins Wharf precinct will ultimately comprise six residential buildings of more than 1800 homes surrounded by over 5000sq m of parks and community space.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease is developing the parkland concurrently with the residential components including the extension of Australian Walk that forms part of the City of Melbourne’s Greenline project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease executive director of development Adam Williams said Collins Wharf “is fast becoming a sought-after address .. which took just a handful of hours to emerge on Saturday night the Coalition’s failure to sway voters has come under intense scrutiny.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts lack of policies around property that resonated with voters has been a large part of that criticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong those policies was a $5-billion infrastructure program to unlock up to 500,000 new homes was greeted with no small amount of scepticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Coalition also campaigned on its previously revealed plan to allow first home buyers to draw down on their superannuation giving access to up to $50,000 to help fund mortgage deposits.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile that proposal had won some support it got the thumbs down from many of Australia’s top economists who said the measure could prove highly inflationary among other issues.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimilarly its plan to allow mortgage interest for first home buyers to be tax-deductible was roundly criticised for its likely inflationary and regressive effects.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has also been pointed out that the Coalition’s rejection of the Green’s policies around housing supply affordable housing and help for renters did it no favours.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ALP went to the polls spruiking an extension of schemes introduced during its previous term including a $10-billion promise for its first-home buyers’ scheme to encourage 100,000 more homes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt 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$10-billion 100,000 new homes commitment—then pass it through the parliament now and get on with it.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe states have made many changes to how they enable home development The Federal Government’s support of that is crucial to its success material supply assistance or any other factor that affects getting homes out of the ground.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis has been a pivotal election Then Cities for Total Fan Immersion\",\"slug\":\"billionaire-arsenal-rams-denver-nuggets-sports-anchored-precincts\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-04-30T00:00+10:00\",\"tags\":[],\"summary\":\"Why your next home might be stadium-adjacent; sports are the hook marks a pivotal moment for the project and the broader sector Developed by Hengyi and designed by VIA Architects This evolution reflects emerging trends within the sector as Baby Boomers redefine retirement living expectations Known for their financial independence and distinct preferences Baby Boomers are demanding spaces that support active and engaged lifestyles—a shift that’s reshaping how operators and architects approach seniors-living design They’re seeking lifestyle-oriented communities that resonate with their identities and enhance their quality of life” Beachleigh Mount Eliza is designed to meet these new aspirations by combining high-end amenities with upscale design promoting community engagement and individuality autonomy and wellbeing replace outdated notions of retirement” the site’s heritage played a significant role in shaping VIA Architects’ design approach Originally built as a grand seaside home and later serving as the Orthopaedic Branch of the Royal Children’s Hospital will be preserved and integrated into the new development This blend of heritage and modern luxury reflects a commitment to honouring the past while delivering spaces that meet contemporary expectations Reflecting a broader shift in seniors living multi-dimensional spaces that cater to more than just basic needs “We’re seeing a global trend toward environments that foster social connections and support holistic wellbeing,” says Bambino with an increased focus on flexibility and personal choice,” Bambino says Located on 3.4ha with 200m of direct waterfront access Beachleigh will set a benchmark for luxury seniors living in Australia The community will include refined residences all designed to foster active lifestyles and ultimately prolong independence “Beachleigh is more than a luxury community; it’s a progressive model that offers seniors a place to continue leading purpose-driven lives surrounded by the natural beauty of the Mornington Peninsula” With projects such as Beachleigh continuing to emerge Australia’s seniors-living sector is evolving beyond traditional expectations to reimagine what it means to live well in later life This shift is setting the stage for communities that prioritise the freedom for seniors to live life on their terms The Urban Developer is proud to partner with VIA Architects to deliver this article to you Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time 3 Sandara Court is about as close to the blockbuster blue-water show as you can get in pretty Mount Eliza “Front row to the Canadian Bay waterfront,” says Marshall White’s Bailey White “Uninterrupted views from a house extremely generous in scale.” There are certainly estate-style dimensions here with the return drive flanked by green surroundings ending at a formal hedged garden with a water feature and a copse of lovely lavender The double-height portico entry leads into a ground floor of excellent amenity a kitchen-meals area and across the voluminous lobby a study and a double garage speak to the multigenerational possibilities here handsome decked terraces and beautifully manicured gardens track the attractive pool and spa level one offers separate formal rooms as well as a huge living space and main kitchen-dining area That incredible balcony curves its way across the front There are two further bedrooms on this level the main with a splendid en suite and access to the bay-facing terrace White oversees the sale of this expansive and “quite rare” beachfront offering Last-minute Christmas shopping stress could be solved by snapping up this contemporary bayside residence to keep everyone in the family happy for a generation wrapped in commercial-grade glazing and clean block shapes The poolside al fresco area sings of summer fun while the north-facing courtyard ensures natural light all year You might think that the uninterrupted beachfront facing Half Moon Bay would be the best thing about this corner-site build But the “glorious masterstroke” – reached via lift from the basement garage and gym – is its sheltered rooftop terrace and infinity pool for stunning summer sunsets Add its front verandah and first-floor return balcony and window seat and bay-gazing becomes a year-round pastime but this townhouse by Wardle Design draws on past architectural styles “to tie in with the history of the area” Reclaimed cream bricks featuring protrusions a wide arch over the facade’s balcony and neutral natural tones – notably a soft sage – lend an endearing character that’s vintage A studio with an en suite over the separate rear garage adds versatile space Bayside family buyers need not choose between Californian bungalow charm and luxe-contemporary lifestyle when offered a blended beauty such as this Castlefield Estate corner property The as-new restoration and two-storey addition come replete with mature gardens and all-season poolside al fresco zone The agent notes opulent detail in the tiled fireplace over-shower skylights and outdoor wood-burning fireplace Horse lovers will be tempted by this pretty home on eight hectares with all the equine trappings With a large family room plus a second living room with a kitchenette the house could suit multigenerational groups “It’s both a true lifestyle property and a good equestrian one,” the agent says An inspired renovation by architect Michael Sheppard has reinvigorated this appealing 1986 coastal home overlooking a golf course The living space is pitch-perfect with exposed bricks a fireplace and a crafted kitchen with a restored rangehood “Park your car and walk to everything,” the agent says Enjoy bucolic views and the passing parade of wildlife from this country retreat’s wraparound verandah The family-friendly floorplan features a central light-filled living zone with a wood-burning heater “Just 15 minutes from Daylesford and Castlemaine this offers the peace and tranquillity of a rural setting,” the agent says This article was originally published by Domain.com.au. Reproduced with permission \\u201CFront row to the Canadian Bay waterfront,\\u201D says Marshall White\\u2019s Bailey White \\u201CUninterrupted views from a house extremely generous in scale.\\u201D White oversees the sale of this expansive and \\u201Cquite rare\\u201D beachfront offering But the \\u201Cglorious masterstroke\\u201D \\u2013 reached via lift from the basement garage and gym \\u2013 is its sheltered rooftop terrace and infinity pool for stunning summer sunsets but this townhouse by Wardle Design draws on past architectural styles \\u201Cto tie in with the history of the area\\u201D a wide arch over the facade\\u2019s balcony and neutral natural tones \\u2013 notably a soft sage \\u2013 lend an endearing character that\\u2019s vintage \\u201CIt\\u2019s both a true lifestyle property and a good equestrian one,\\u201D the agent says \\u201CPark your car and walk to everything,\\u201D the agent says Enjoy bucolic views and the passing parade of wildlife from this country retreat\\u2019s wraparound verandah \\u201CJust 15 minutes from Daylesford and Castlemaine this offers the peace and tranquillity of a rural setting,\\u201D the agent says This article was originally published by Reproduced with permission Then there are the houses. In pretty Mount Eliza, blue-ribbon beauties are tucked into the singular environment, but there would be precious few with both the luxurious material palette of 68 Old Mornington Road nor its forward-leaning, multigenerational philosophy. Browse Domain’s property and lifestyle magazines. There are two houses here on the sprawling grounds, the two-bedroom cottage purpose-built to accommodate the needs of dependant family. It doesn’t skimp on the high-end kit, though; the smooth interiors of the main house are reflected in the finishes here. There’s breathing room for the occupants of both homes, but also the warm knowledge that help or hospitality are mere steps away. But let’s talk about the main house. It’s a big-ticket item from its long, private lane access to its soccer pitch, swimming pool, and beautiful garden surroundings. Some lovely sweeping curves soften the long lines of the large spaces here, the first introduced as you round the entrance hallway to arrive at the stairs. You’ll note the luminous Venetian plaster finishes on one side and stunning marble walls on the other, the opulent fit-out apparent from the outset. The expansive open-plan section shimmers, with polished concrete floors flowing down backlit steps beyond the dining area to the impressive marble kitchen. Across the way, a full butler’s pantry lies, leading onto a natty space with a wine room and bar. The living area features two sets of fine floor-to-ceiling stacker doors that throw light onto the handsome space, with a feature glass fireplace and marble hearth. Beyond that bank of glass lies a sublime terrace where an elegant line of stone steps takes you down and into those green surroundings. 'Like time travelling': Inside a revamped 1860s Mornington Peninsula homestead Renovated terrace steps from the MCG just listed This historic Kyneton property is 'a worthy candidate for Restoration Australia' The opulent main bedroom lies on the other side of the level and includes a large walk-in robe, a stunning marble ensuite and direct access to the sparkling swimming pool adjacent to that broad alfresco terrace. A brilliant set of marble stairs is the dramatic gateway to the upper level, which includes three further bedrooms, a guest’s suite, a rumpus room and a chic central bathroom. There’s a sauna, gym, large garage and beautiful vistas from the garden’s many serene integrated sitting areas. Home automation, solar power and battery set-up complete a home for the ages – comprehensively endowed and thoughtfully realised. The house was last sold for $1.97 million in November 2020, and the highest recorded house price for Mount Eliza (past 12 months) was $7.528 million for 56 Glen Shian Lane in March 2024. Expressions of interest: Close noon,  August 13 Agent: Whitefox, Lana Samuels 0435 165 633 The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate THE southern part of Mt Eliza is set to move from the Dunkley electorate into Flinders The changes have been in the works throughout the year The Australian Electoral Commission says the new boundaries (below) will come into effect at the next federal election.The boundary separating Dunkley and Flinders now sits across the Nepean Highway and Canadian Bay Road.At the northern boundary and parts of Chelsea and Chelsea Heights have transferred from Isaacs to Dunkley.The Liberal Party of Victoria objected to the changes – in a submission to the AEC the Liberals wrote “Mount Eliza has been a consistent part of the Dunkley electorate and has strong links to the Frankston area close-knit community which should remain wholly within the Division of Dunkley Splitting it unnecessarily divides a strong community of interest.”Voters who are affected by the retribution will be automatically placed into the new electorate on the electoral roll First published in the Frankston Times – 29 October 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 RESIDENTS who live near a flood–prone block of land for sale in Mount Eliza fear any development will exacerbate flooding issues and put their homes at risk.The block in Valley Court has been vacant since the early 1980s after a house on the site collapsed and had to be demolished due to flooding problems which experts have confirmed has a creek bed running underneath it was the subject of court cases involving Mornington Peninsula Shire Council and the then–owners of the site because of its instability While the outcome of the legal challenges is unclear the block was last sold in 1984 for $15,000 and is now owned by the council which has flagged plans to sell it.Several residents have told The News that the block has caused several flooding incidents since then something the council says it “has no record of” One resident who lives in the Kunyung Road area has started a petition calling for the block to remain undeveloped because of flooding risks to neighbouring properties and the social impact of losing what has become a “community asset” She also said any development on the flood–prone site would affect neighbourhood character and lower property values in the area “Any decision to sell should be carefully evaluated to ensure legal compliance and mitigate the risks of legal challenges or liabilities in the future,” she said.Joining the cause because of her love for the open space 14–year–old Lottie Szonyi told The News of concerns about the site’s instability and the social impacts of losing what has become a “vital community space and natural asset” “Everyone around this area uses the site as a lovely it would be so sad to lose it,” she said.The Save Kunyung Community Land from council plans to sell petition was started on 2 May and by Friday had more than 200 signatures a council spokesperson said a search of records showed two historic issues related to drainage on that block that were “rectified at the time” “We have found no evidence of severe flooding,” she said.She said the sale of the property would still need to be decided by council Details can be found at Notice of intention to sell land in Crib Point and Mount Eliza – Mornington Peninsula Shire (mornpen.vic.gov.au).The mayor Cr Simon Brooks said the council routinely reviewed its property assets to determine whether they were still needed or could be put to better use “We owe it to our ratepayers to make the best use of our assets and income so that we can continue to provide the services our community needs,” he said.“If a parcel of land is earmarked for possible sale we inform the community to ensure all interested parties have the opportunity to make their feelings known All feedback will be carefully considered when council makes a final decision later this year on whether or not to sell this land.” First published in the Mornington News – 4th June 2024 Yvonne Beres was surrounded by the joy of her adult children as they celebrated Christmas together What should have been a festive holiday turned into tragedy on Boxing Day when Yvonne was found stabbed to death in her Langwarrin home Her husband has since been arrested and charged with her murder a volunteer at greyhound charity Gear 4 Greys a talented IT and administrative specialist Yvonne's relative Stefany Nemet told the Herald Sun Yvonne was a "besotted" grandmother to her one-year-old grandson We just knew that she would be a wonderful grandma she was always up for a talk and a chat," Stefany added "She was very generous with her time and would always invite us to celebratory events Neighbours recall Yvonne as someone who found joy in the simple things like gardening and walking her foster greyhound through the quiet neighbourhood where she had moved to from Mount Eliza with her husband after their children left home Yvonne was an "extremely nice lady", one neighbour told The Age. "Having met her Those who knew Yvonne have struggled to process what happened the couple was seen hosting friends in their backyard "There was laughter and chit-chat… everything seemed very normal pre-Christmas. It was an enjoyable, pleasant feeling," neighbour Martine Casagrande told 9News "Something like this happening in this quiet friendly little street is really shocking." police arrived at Wood Duck Court at around 6:30am they found Yvonne dead as a result of fatal stab wounds Detective Inspector Dean Thomas of the Homicide Squad said police were working to piece together the events that led to her death "The family of the victim have been spoken to and obviously they are extremely upset… I believe the family gathered here yesterday at the address to celebrate Christmas," Thomas said described as a retired man with health issues was taken into custody and charged with one count of murder He remains remanded in custody and will appear in court again in April Forensic investigators spent hours at the scene a double-storey property on a peaceful suburban street Yvonne's death marks the 101st femicide in Australia this year a devastating statistic that advocates say highlights the urgent need for change Sherele Moody, the founder of Australian Femicide Watch drew attention to the stark disparity between the media's treatment of Yvonne's death and other high-profile Boxing Day tragedies she compared the coverage of Yvonne's death to the extensive reporting on two sailors who also tragically died during the Sydney to Hobart yacht race Moody wrote "Yvonne Beres may not have taken part in a yacht race — or any other big-name sports event — but her life matters — as does her death She deserves the same level of support as the yachties." with Detective Inspector Dean Thomas emphasising the importance of confronting gender-based violence head-on "Here we have what appears to be a family violence-type incident where we've had a female killed," he said "We need to do everything we can to bring a stop to this type of crime occurring "We are still trying to piece together what has gone on and why it has occurred," he added noting that there was no recorded history of violence between the couple If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or family violence you can call 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) or visit their website for support Feature image: East Point Property MT Eliza Junior Football Club has been banned from hosting home games amid concerns about the club’s governance.Last Wednesday the Frankston and District Junior Football League announced that junior games at Emil Madsen Reserve would be moved elsewhere The league said that Mt Eliza JFC was not complying with club rules “The F&DJFL Board has made the difficult decision to move all games away from Emil Madsen Reserve in Mount Eliza until further notice we find that the MEJFC is not compliant,” the league’s statement read “While we are working with members of the club we are in the tenuous position of needing to ensure the safety of all players in AFLSE competitions until this has been resolved We thank all clubs who have been able to accommodate extra games at short notice.”Multiple committee members have resigned from their roles at the Mt Eliza Junior Football Club this year The club is not expected to host its next AGM until the end of the season The Times asked Mt Eliza JFC why committee members have been replaced this year The club did not respond to questions by publication deadline.In a statement sent to club members last week Mt Eliza JFC said it consulted with Consumer Affairs Victoria when appointing new committee members to ensure it was complying with the club constitution “The committee is disappointed that the FDJFL has moved games away from Emil Madsen Reserve We are seeking clarification from FDJFL about its decision Other than the appointment of the new committee members the committee’s position is that nothing has changed (including to MEJFC’s insurance) to necessitate MEJFC not being able to play games at its home ground,” the club statement read.The new committee also told club members that it is working to rectify “negative cashflows in the operating activities of MEJFC” The statement read that the club will follow an auditor’s recommendation to implement “controls and processes for cash handling and disbursements” and “a systematic tracking system for Square transactions to enhance transparency and accuracy in financial reporting.” The club also said it would address a “lack of clear processes procedures or a strategic roadmap for the future.”The senior Mt Eliza Football Netball Club is not affected by the decision The AusKick program is expected to continue running at Emil Madsen Reserve Late last week the Mt Eliza Football Netball Club released a statement calling on the junior club to address misconduct allegations and rectify its off-field issues “There have been allegations made of serious misconduct within the MEJFC and decisions have been made outside of club policies and constitutions “It is great to see there are so many people willing to put their hands up to support the junior club as the club will most certainly need a complete re-structure and re-build and you want to make sure the right bums are on the right seats the members need to elect these people into the roles and they need and deserve to have buy-in and transparency in this process moving forward.” First published in the Frankston Times – 28th May 2024 Filmed exclusively in Victoria in the picturesque coastal district of Mount Eliza and the leafy Dandenong Ranges, Riptide traces the life of newlywed single mum Alison (Jo Joyner) who marries the older and wealthier Sean (Peter O’Brien) and moves into a gorgeous home by the ocean, along with her teenage daughter Hannah (Asher Yasbincek). But there’s tension, too. Sean’s adult son, Ethan (Benny Turland), is against the marriage. Despite the obstacles, the happy couple are determined to navigate a future together, until tragedy strikes. Alison’s life is plunged into despair when her husband vanishes after a morning surf. Did he get caught in a dangerous riptide – or is there more to his disappearance than meets the eye? The cast also includes rising star Yazeed Daher (The Heights, The Hunting, Safe Harbour), and newcomer Benjamin Samaddar. Created, written and produced by Jason Herbison (Neighbours, Lie With Me, Always Greener) and directed by Australia Directors’ Guild Award recipient, Scott Major (Lie With Me, Neighbours) with writing from Margaret Wilson, Anthony Ellis (Wentworth, McLeod’s Daughters, Stingers) and Natalie Mandel (Neighbours, Wanted, Packed to the Rafters) with intimacy coordinator Michala Banas (Wentworth, The Newsreader, Deadloch). Premieres Wednesday, 28 June At 8.40pm On 10 And 10 Play. Subscribe to Paramount Insights for the latest news Paramount Australia and New Zealand acknowledges and respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of the lands where we live, learn and work, and honours their continuing connection and care for Country and storytelling. DIVISION ONE MENSSaturday 29 June, 2pm:Dromana v Pines – Dromana Recreation ReserveFrankston Bombers v Rosebud – Baxter ParkMornington v Frankston YCW – Mornington Alexandra ParkLangwarrin v Mt. Eliza – Lloyd ParkRed Hill v Sorrento – Red Hill Recreation Reserve DIVISION TWO MENSSaturday 29 June, 2pm:Bonbeach v Somerville – Bonbeach ReserveTyabb v Chelsea – Bunguyan ReserveCrib Point v Seaford – Crib Point Recreation ReserveKaringal v Devon Meadows – Karingal Football ClubEdithvale-Aspendale v Rye – Edi-Asp Regents ParkHastings v Pearcedale – Hastings Club DIVISION ONE WOMENSFriday 28 June, 7.30pm:Frankston v Mornington (White) – Kinetic StadiumSaturday 29 June, 12pm:Pearcedale v Seaford – Pearcedale Recreation ReserveSunday 30 June, 2pm:Warragul Industrials v Mornington (Blue) – Western Park First published in the Mornington News – 25th June 2024 2024 - 12:28AMNew data from CoreLogic has revealed the suburbs where house prices are dropping most rapidly around the country Victoria's market is mostly represented in these weakening areas, with house prices in six of 10 Melbourne areas dropping since 2021, according to the Australian Financial Review Continue through the gallery to see where values are falling most rapidly. Values in Toorak have dropped 1.7 per cent in the past three months The dwelling median value is still over $1.3 million prices dropped 3.8 per cent in the past three months and 3.5 per cent in the past year for a current average median dwelling price of $828,362 Fairfield in Melbourne has also seen values drop 3.5 per cent in the past year with a four per cent drop in the past three months While Bundeena homes are still worth an average of $1.4 million they have dropped in value by 1.8 per cent in the past month and by 3.6 per cent in the past year prices are down four per cent in the past year and 4.5 per cent in the past quarter Ballarat home prices have dropped an average of 4.1 per cent in the past year accelerating to 6.4 per cent in the past quarter Home values shrank by 4.6 per cent in the past year for West Hobart Palm Beach homes are the most expensive on this list But that price tag has declined 4.8 per cent in the past year Home values in Mount Eliza have fallen 4.8 per cent in the past year and 4.7 per cent in the past quarter Bilgola homes dropped 4.8 per cent in the past year and 1.1 per cent in the past quarter house prices dropped 4.3 per cent in the past quarter and 5.3 per cent in the past year The biggest decline belongs to Terrey Hills in Sydney's north where values dropped 2.3 per cent in the past quarter New data from CoreLogic has revealed the suburbs where house prices are dropping most rapidly around the country Victoria's market is mostly represented in these weakening areas, with house prices in six of 10 Melbourne areas dropping since 2021, according to the Australian Financial Review the wild surf beaches of Bass Strait provide rugged beauty while the pristine waters of Port Phillip Bay rival the Mediterranean Then there are the wineries dotted throughout the hinterland around Red Hill bath houses and day spas popping up all over the place locals have been familiar with the delights of the Mornington Peninsula for a long time Katherine La Nauze grew up here before moving to Melbourne to study in the 1990s When she drove to Dromana for work at weekends she “would wind down the car windows and breathe in the fresh sea air and the smell of the eucalypts” La Nauze and her husband returned to Mornington to raise their four children and “have not looked back” adding that the combination of a nurturing local community and immersion in nature have made for an idyllic family life “We spent a lot of time swimming at the beach and doing bushwalks,” she says “We have had enough space to make a beautiful garden grow a lot of our own food and keep animals and the peninsula has many avenues for these activities.” Main Ridge and Red Hill as among the family’s favourite areas for mountain-bike riding and says they also enjoy exploring Devil’s Bend Reservoir She is also a big fan of the region’s culinary culture “I love that there is so much locally grown and locally made produce available on the peninsula,” La Nauze says “A favourite winery is Yabby Lake in Tuerong. We love the cheese from Boatshed in Dromana.” The Mornington Peninsula has been home to La Nauze’s family for generations grew up in the area and still lives in Mount Eliza with her husband “I love the diversity of the nature and wildlife on the Peninsula,” Chan says “You do not have to go far to see such beautiful landscapes The Briars in Mount Martha and Sweet Water Creek in Frankston.” Chan, her three daughters and La Nauze’s two daughters, Kitty and Daisy, have all attended Toorak College in Mount Eliza a private girls’ school that has been in operation for 150 years Chan graduated in 1969 and says seeing her daughters and granddaughters attend the same school she did “creates a sense of continuity and legacy” and is “incredibly fulfilling” Given its location minutes from the foreshore and right at the entrance to the peninsula, Toorak College is in a prime position to give students access to a range of enriching outdoor and nature-based experiences Chan remembers participating in swimming and cross country training events at the beach and visiting local sites of Indigenous significance She sent her daughters to the college because of her own positive experience the school’s grand old architecture is complemented by developments such as the Swift Science Centre and the Community and Arts Precinct expected to be completed by the end of the year La Nauze is happy that her daughters have an even greater breadth of opportunities at the school than when she attended and says “the philosophy of nurturing every student as an individual is genuinely evident” as do their dreams for what they can become,” Chan adds “Toorak nurtures these dreams and it is exciting to see the generational changes.” For La Nauze, the love of the arts she developed in school has flourished through life on the peninsula. She now plays violin with the Peninsula Chamber Musicians, a professional group of classical musicians that “make music accessible to the local community”, and her family regularly visits the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery. From awe-inspiring natural landscapes to enriching cultural experiences, La Nauze has found “the choices are endless” on the Mornington Peninsula. Play Duration: 2 minutes 13 seconds2m 13sBrought to you by The bayside Melbourne suburb on the Mornington Peninsula is beloved for its village atmosphere and mid-century architecture Mount Eliza's picturesque Port Phillip Bay coastline was featured in the 1950s Gregory Peck and Ava Gardener movie On The Beach here's just some of what you had to share: Mount Eliza is not a new suburb by any stretch - and many of you remember it when it looked very different to it's current from today Liz's "family moved to Mt Eliza in 1956 and Bradbury's Servo on the opposite corner I remember the names of all the proprietors as they were such an integral part of our lives - Reg would always give us kids a piece of strass I also remember our whole primary school being bused to Frankston in Aug 1966 to see it being proclaimed a City We sat on the median strip in the pouring rain listening to endless speeches The softener was that we were each given a commemorative medal Eleanor was also a part of the area in the early years - she "moved to Mt Eliza from Scotland in 1954 when I was 15 years old Only the Post Office and one little shop owned by Mr Dunstan there Rode my horse up and down Old Mornington Road My father built the fire station which I believe later burned down The little school where my brother and sisters attended had only one room - all grades in together Now the very large Mt Eliza Primary School where nine of our family attended over the years and my sister still works there after starting as a pupil there 68 years ago." Don "worked in the Westpac branch in Mt Eliza in the early 1980s That's where I was introduced to coffee The ladies working there just kept making a new cup when you finished one From memory 17 cups for the first day went home with the D Depends who you ask - Sue "grew up in Frankston - we called Mt Eliza 'snob hill'!" like a few of you listening spent some time at the Royal Children's rehab centre in Mt Eliza Ron "spent 7 weeks of my childhood at Royal Children's hospital rehab centre My lasting memory is of polio kids laying on something like 'body length skateboards' whizzing down the garden paths." Fun fact from another listener - did you know "'Boys Light Up' by Australian Crawl was written about Ranelagh club "Welcome to Funky Town Raffie" she says "Sammy J's dad Jon lives in Mt Eliza is quite the orator ask him to ring in he's a fascinating man who's written more letters to a certain newspaper than I've had coffees (that's a lot)!"Jay remembers "as a kid in 70's playing on the beach at Mt Eliza - you would often see Reg Ansett's helicopter come in to land at his home nearby I still imagine myself going to work that way today." And finally this listener sums it up beautifully: "Love Mt Eliza We are lucky enough to live near this great Village- on the beach side of the Nepean Hwy many great schools and a big mix of retirees And that's just some of your Unofficial History of Mount Eliza Drive with Raf Epstein wants to uncover in to the 'real' history of iconic Melbourne spots by hearing your stories. If you have a great suggestion of a location for us to delve in to, email us. The Mount Eliza coastline along Port Phillip Bay.(ABC) Download the ABC listen app to text and call your favourite live radio As reported by Domain last November, the Dance Monkey singer has done some significant wheeling and dealing in the Mornington Peninsula suburb’s property market over the past two years, buying two luxury homes on the same street for $5.1 million and $7.08 million. She later flipped the cheaper one (relatively speaking, of course) for $6 million. For more average Mount Eliza buyers, the median house price of $1,752,500 will buy something more modest, with fewer fountains and swimming pools, but a solid family home nonetheless. That price represents a peaking of the Mornington Peninsula real estate market over the course of the pandemic. While prices across the region rose 14.7 per cent in the 12 months to March 2022, Mount Eliza’s growth was even stronger, up 25.2 per cent. Around 45 kilometres south-east of Melbourne (and less than an hour’s drive via Peninsula Link or just over an hour on the train from Frankston), Mount Eliza has a foot in both the city and country camps. One of three significant rises on the western coastline of the Mornington Peninsula, along with Mount Martha and Arthurs Seat, it’s a crucible for modernist architecture and boasts significant period homes on large blocks as well as modern builds. From daggy neighbourhood to downright cool 10 must-see homes for sale in Victoria right now Anything with sea views goes for a premium – the golden mile sits above Daveys Bay Beach – but you don’t have to see the big blue of Port Phillip to command a premium, as houses in the sought-after Old Mornington Road show. For cheaper real estate, look to the colourful beach boxes on Ranelagh Beach, but they rarely come onto the market – and you can’t live in them. 3 Baths4 ParkingView listing This period Tudor-style home set among landscaped grounds on a prestigious street close to the beach has everything you could want. Multiple living zones include a billiards room, home office and a banquet room with open fireplace, while the stunning second-floor main bedroom suite has water views. “It was always considered better to be near the beach, for obvious reasons, but people have started thinking differently about the non-beachside areas like the Woodland Estate, which has elevated views and loads of trees and where the minimum block size tends to be around 2000 square metres,” says James Merchan of Impact Realty Group. “Non-beachside has started well and truly outperforming beachside. It’s almost like living in the country in some parts.” Around 45 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, Mount Eliza is unique in being divided topographically into different areas. The Golden Mile runs from Canadian Bay to Old Mornington Road, where prices start at around $3.5 million before heading to the stars. The members-only Ranelagh Club, which dates back to the 1920s, has its own tennis courts and colourful beach boxes on the sand below, and also forms part of the Ranelagh Estate, designed by architectural luminary Walter Burley Griffin. Further south is the Kunyung area, where units are popular with downsizers and the highly regarded Kunyung Primary School boasts more dazzling ocean views than any Victorian schoolkid deserves. “Everyone heads to the Mount Eliza village for shopping,” Merchan says. “Its strengths lie in cafes, hairdressers and real estate agents.” The best homes for sale in Victoria right now Elsternwick: The small foodie-paradise ‘burb growing ‘at a rapid rate’ Bright: The small country town so popular locals are being priced out The last Sunday of each month means the Mount Eliza Farmers’ Market, where you can stock up on fresh produce, artisanal bread and cheese, and grab a pie. The village on Mount Eliza Way is home to the Middle Eastern restaurant 1001 Nights, where you can feast on kibbeh, kebabs and tagine. The Corner Pantry flies the flag for non-beachside brunching, with a menu of favourites (look no further than the spicy scrambled eggs) and throws in curveballs like the Japanese-style okonomiyaki pancake. The Mount Eliza area is known for its modernist architecture and its embrace of a new approach to everyday living, inspired here by the meeting of bay and bush and the dazzling opportunities to embrace the light. You can see great examples of forward-thinking design by Roy Grounds (designer of the National Gallery of Victoria), Robin Boyd, John Rouse and Chancellor & Patrick; check out the website livelovemteliza.com.au for a list of notable buildings to guide your own tour. spacious and located in a beautiful part of Australia Mt Eliza Gardens Aged Care offers an idyllic place to call home Based in the stunning Mornington Peninsula architecturally-designed location offers premium hotel-style accommodation that embraces older Australians in a place where they feel most comfortable while still living in their local community the multi-level site offers several separate wings and provides a range of services to assist residents in remaining active and engaged Mt Eliza Gardens Aged Care's stunning spaces give you plenty of space to relax Picture suppliedAmong the features are single spacious rooms/suites with ensuite bathrooms and comfortable living areas plus larger suites with fully equipped kitchenettes and lounge area for Foxtel and Netflix connection points are in every room/suite Enjoy relaxing and socialising in spacious lounge plus enjoy the space in the courtyard and outdoor garden sitting areas You can also treat yourself in the on-site gold class cinema plus go explore on the dedicated bus for resident outings Enjoy Mt Eliza Gardens Aged Care's on-site cinema No worries; Mt Eliza Garden is staffed to meet the discerning standards that older Australians demand It's not just about permanent residency; respite is also available There are also consulting suites for medical practitioners and allied health professionals and a dedicated Memory Support Unit The bar is a gorgeous space to socialise and catch up with friends and dear ones. Picture suppliedTo discuss your individual requirements and experience the Mt Eliza Gardens Aged Care lifestyle firsthand, phone (03) 8001 8000 or visit mtelizagardensagedcare.com.au You are also welcome to attend the open day on Sunday independent aged care-specific financial advice on the day Mt Eliza Gardens Aged Care is located at 235 Canadian Bay Road The mansion named Pelican at 4 Denistoun Ave has a swoon-worthy pool next to the swim-up outdoor kitchen and entertaining area A Mt Eliza clifftop mansion featuring a pool pavilion designed as a luxury car showroom is set to make a splash with its $18.5m-$20.35m asking range Named Pelican, the five-bedroom house at 4 Denistoun Ave has an impressive infinity-edge pool and spa where guests can swim up to the adjoining undercover outdoor kitchen and entertaining area Marshall White Mornington Peninsula director Adrian Calcedo said the separate glass-fronted pool pavilion with a bar and shower ensuite could comfortably fit six vehicles RELATED: Mt Eliza: ‘House and holiday house in one’ hits Mornington Peninsula market Sporting power couple Leigh and Andrew Russell list Mt Eliza home Former Spanish stud farm in Mt Eliza owned by well-known local toy maker hits the market “The gentleman who owned it previously had a fairly substantial car collection,” Mr Calcedo said The pool house could also be used as a studio A floodlit mod-grass tennis court with basketball hoops and an in-ground trampoline are among the other highlights plus the Canary Island date palm-lined driveway which winds through landscaped gardens The house named Pelican looks like it was built in the Victorian era but was actually constructed in the 1990s and updated in the 2000s Enjoy a drink at the bar while admiring your car collection in the poolside pavilion The large country-style kitchen has a freestanding Rosieres cooker and a walk-in pantry Two remote-controlled double garages accessed from the house provide more space for car collectors to store vehicles Mr Calcedo described Pelican as “a once in a lifetime property” because of its 6067sq m size and “phenomenal” uninterrupted views showcasing the Melbourne CBD skyline Port Phillip Bay and looking towards Frankston and Mt Martha With wraparound verandas on both levels and multiple French doors visitors can sometimes observe dolphins frolicking in the bay “It is a very unique property for Mt Eliza it’s not a traditional coastal property but it has got that Hawthorn Victorian-era style “It is a big grand home in terms of a mansion in Mt Eliza the whole property itself sits on 120 squares (1115 sqm).” The tennis court has basketball hoops to practice slam dunks A freestanding cooker from the Rosieres range designed by professional chef Paul Bocuse and a walk-in pantry take pride of place in the kitchen The main bedroom suit has dual walk-in wardrobes and dressing rooms along with two marble-fitted ensuites including one with a spa bath Multiple living and dining areas feature throughout Pelican looks spectacular when the garden lights come on at night Pelican is a short drive to Mt Eliza Village and schools like Toorak College and Peninsula Grammar CoreLogic records show the mansion set Mt Eliza’s $12.4m house price benchmark when it last sold in 2017 a former private hospital and home at 33 Jacksons Rd has fetched $18.7m and a 62.93ha plot of land with a vineyard restaurant and house at 2 Sunnyside Rd changed hands for $30.66m – but Pelican retains the record for a Mt Eliza house without any on-site commercial operations Expressions of interest will close on March 19 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: Beach box market heating up as boat shed sells for an eye-popping $950k Victorian holiday home sell off: New tax rules, cost of living squeeze part-time owners out MKR stars Zana Pali and Gianni Romano list Brighton mansion with ‘magical’ nightclub CHAOS descended on Mount Eliza after Friday night’s controversial ending to the local team’s State 5 home game against Barton United.The trigger for referee Farhad Sharif’s decision to abandon the contest was the dismissal of Mount Eliza’s Nickel Chand after an off-the-ball incident late in the first half Barton led 1-0 at the time and Mount Eliza head coach Alex Halikias was incensed at the red card decision Referee Sharif approached the home team’s bench and after an exchange with Halikias sent off the irate coach Sharif’s report claims that he was racially abused and threatened and it is believed that the onlookers included Football Victoria CEO Chris Pehlivanis and a referee’s inspector On Sunday rumour was rife that the local outfit had parted company with Halikias but president Justin Sheppard refused to confirm that the coach had left.Sheppard praised Halikias for his work with the senior men’s program and said talks with him were ongoing so confusion reigned as we went to press “We haven’t made anything public and we obviously are still talking with Alex on the club’s position moving forward as we have been very happy with the progress of the team under him,” Sheppard said.In other State 5 news Seaford United hammered Pakenham United 8-1 at North Seaford Reserve on Saturday to maintain its perfect record atop the ladder It’s scary to contemplate the possible scoreline had Seaford not been without injured Hayden Hicks Wisey Barakzoi and Nathan Meade while Josh Vega was suspended and Jonas Harrasser only fit enough for the bench.The opening goal was little more than a training run as Cory Osorio sent Naseer Mohammad motoring clear on the right and he squared it across goal for a Mike Nobbs tap-in Mohammad set up Nobbs for a second and Seaford led 2-0 at half-time The floodgates opened after the interval with Mohammad and Sam Luxford both bagging braces then a soft penalty to Pakenham was converted by Khoo Mohammadi Hicks sent Mitch Hawkins clear and his fine finish on the turn made it 7-1 before Jonas Harrasser sent Hicks through and he made no mistake with a trademark left-foot strike.Rosebud was 2-0 down after 20 minutes but staged a stirring comeback to beat Bunyip District 4-2 at Olympic Park on Saturday evening and continue its neck-and-neck title tussle with Seaford Rosebud’s fightback started 10 minutes before half-time via a superb interplay between Mark Pagliarulo and Barney Johnson with the latter scoring his fourth goal in five games Five minutes into the second period Rosebud’s coaching staff made a triple change which included bringing on scoring legend Dave Greening.Soon after it was 2-2 when the first of Frank Barrett’s three assists set up Caleb Davies to get his first for the club.Chances were now coming thick and fast and the go-ahead goal came from Greening who finished well from a Barrett cross Rosebud’s nerves were settled by Greening’s third goal of the season when he chested down another Barrett cross then rifled in a left-foot rocket that sealed Bunyip’s fate Man-of-the-match Ethan Hunt was instrumental in controlling the midfield for Rosebud as the home side ran out a worthy winner.Aspendale got back to winning ways with a 4-2 win in Saturday’s home clash with Mount Martha Mount Martha struck first when a defensive error in the 40th minute sent Harry Aylett clear and he made no mistake Aspendale hit back five minutes later through captain Matthew Bruce with a low shot from the edge of the box and it was 1-1 at half-time Bruce was again on target three minutes into the second half and shortly after completed his hat-trick.Mount Martha substitute Jacob Platt capitalised on a goalmouth scramble to make it 3-2 and ushered in some nervous moments for the home team Until another substitute made his mark with Alec Bunn’s late goal settling the issue.In VPL1 Langwarrin suffered its biggest loss of the season when it travelled to Tarneit and went down 7-0 to Western United on Sunday There was no way back for the visitors after going in 4-0 down at half-time On Tuesday head coach Jamie Skelly will take a young squad to Strathnaver Reserve to face FC Strathmore in the Dockerty Cup Big Lucas Portelli continues his recovery from a dislocated kneecap and is expected to be available later next month.In State 1 Mornington drew 1-1 with visitor Malvern City despite the early dismissal of Ryan Paczkowski Zachariah Ahmad put Malvern ahead in the 37th minute before big Josh Heaton equalised nine minutes from time.In State 2 Peninsula Strikers maintained their promotion push with a 4-2 away win over North Caulfield on Sunday.The sides went in at half-time locked at 1-1 The ball fell to talented teen Christian Murray who played it back into the goalmouth and James Stinson cheekily flicked it into goal with the side of his foot A long ball floated to the back post was headed back across goal to an unmarked Daniel Taylor and he headed in from point-blank range.Chelsea regained the lead in the 24th minute in spectacular fashion when Nathan Boccari unleashed a dipping volley from 30 metres that beat a diving Nardino and nestled in the far corner Two minutes later a superb ball from Noah Green put Aleks Dukic in but his first-time strike was straight at Chelsea keeper Rhys Davies Murray set up Stinson in the 32nd minute but the league top scorer could only hit the side netting from close range.Although Chelsea was clearly superior in the first half Baxter hit back in the 54th minute when Green’s long-range cross from the right sailed over Davies and into the top far corner Two minutes later Nardino pulled off a fine save from a one-on-one with Stinson but the classy English striker couldn’t be contained for much longer The winner came in the 65th minute when an Adam Bartosy corner was greeted by a bullet-like header from Stinson Nat Daher had come off the Baxter bench following Stinson’s goal and in the 76th minute was dragged to the ground inside the area by Chelsea’s Harry Parker but play was waved on.Green and Chelsea captain Luke D’Alessandro clashed heads shortly after and play was held up for some time before D’Alessandro was stretchered off Chelsea was awaiting a medical update as we went to press Baxter featured new signing Duncan Mcpherson but Aaran Currie has stepped away from the sport and is unlikely to play against this season Mcpherson has only been in Australia for a couple of months and played for Yorkshire Main in the Central Midlands Alliance League He made a handful of appearances for Yarra Jets in State 4 East.Somerville Eagles lost 5-4 away to Sandown Lions on Saturday evening Somerville failed to put the game to bed when it wasted chances to increase a 3-2 lead and was duly punished Marcus Anastasiou and Tom Simmons scored for the Eagles.Mentone lost 3-1 away to league leader Hampton Park United last weekend.Marcus Spivey’s third goal of the season in the 82nd minute was a consolation effort for the visitors Thomas P Carroll ReservePakenham Utd v Mount Martha Dallas Brooks ParkPeninsula Strikers v Skye Utd Centenary ParkAshburton Utd v Frankston Pines Monash University Playing FieldsHampton Park Utd v Somerville Lyndale Secondary CollegeMonash University v Chelsea Monash University Playing FieldsAspendale v Casey Panthers Aspendale Gardens Sports GroundEndeavour Hills Fire v Seaford Utd First published in the Mornington News – 30th April 2024 SEAFORD United and Mount Eliza will play in State 5 South next season Both clubs were given the welcome news from Football Victoria last week after undergoing a rigorous application process South East United had withdrawn from State 5 South as FV screened the applicants thereby reducing the competition to 10 teams so the inclusion of the two local clubs restores the league’s 12-team format For Seaford it’s a return to State League after a one-year absence while Mount Eliza will compete in State League for the first time Seaford is yet to formally announce its senior coach for the upcoming campaign but has agreed terms with its preferred candidate He is well-known in local football circles and will be assisted by another well-known local in former Frankston Pines and Peninsula Strikers player Steve Keenan who was assistant coach of Mentone last season Keenan and the senior coach were due to meet as we went to press in order to discuss the players to target for their senior squad Mount Eliza has hit the ground running and last week announced that Bryce Ruthven was its new senior coach assisted by Stan Packer and Amir Osmancevic has previously held the position of senior coach with Churchill in the Latrobe Valley Soccer League and was an assistant NPL coach in Queensland Packer is best known for his involvement with Rosebud Heart and Somerville Eagles while Osmancevic is a former Dandenong Thunder “Amir hasn’t played for a couple of years but we’re pretty excited about having him on board,” Ruthven said “Not just in terms of his football knowledge but also as a player in State 5 “I would say he’d be one of the better players at that level.” Ruthven is eyeing success from the outset and has arranged eight pre-season games so far “When I came on board Mount Eliza had that stigma of being a Bayside League club and I want to make a statement that we’re a State League club now and a competitive one “We’re here to finish as high up the ladder as we can and if that leads to promotion then so be it “A lot of the boys we’ll have in the squad are boys we have at the club already and we’re looking at adding five or six quality boys like Amir.” It’s understood that Packer initiated contact with Mount Eliza and put Ruthven’s name forward to president Justin Sheppard recently announced that Paul Truman was its new senior coach Truman holds a UEFA A licence and has coached at South Dandenong (now Dandenong Thunder) He has mainly worked in the NPL junior boys’ programs and takes over from Ryan Monk and Stef Papaluca “After speaking to me they said they wouldn’t interview anyone else and offered me the job,” Truman said “After the Seaford debacle last year my immediate task is to hopefully ensure that we have two teams (seniors and reserves) to put on the pitch “I’m having a meet and greet with the players on Tuesday this week “I’ve got a few players coming from my connections at Mornington and all the other players I’ve spoken to have said they are interested in coming down and having a look.” In NPL2 news Langwarrin has quietly gone about the business of revamping its senior squad after the departures of Ryan Paczkowski James Burgess and Charlie Fry agreed terms a couple of months ago and have been joined recently by five other newcomers in Josh Varga Varga is an attacking midfielder from Nunawading City via Melbourne Victory Cook is a central defender from Dandenong City Podaridis is a central defender from Springvale White Eagles Goulding has returned from Mornington and former Frankston Pines and Mornington left winger Blumenthal has been signed from Sydenham Park Don’t be surprised if they are joined by Mornington striker Josh Hine It’s understood that Hine was at Langy training last week and was talking to the club’s main sponsor Hine is waiting for permanent residency and Langy already has locked in its three visa spots to be taken up by captain Rogan McGeorge Langwarrin’s 2023 league season kicks off on Saturday 18 February with a home game at Lawton Park against Kingston City at 7pm Langy’s next five games are away from home due to planned roadworks on Barretts Road In State 4 news Somerville Eagles last week announced that it had signed forward Marcus Anastasiou from Skye United “Marcus is a fantastic addition,” Somerville senior coach Adam Steele said “He’s a winger but he’s really an all-round striker and we could even play him in midfield if we needed to.” The other names linked to Somerville are those of Jake Meggs “Jake and Coby were with Pines ressies,” Steele added “Jake’s a left back and he plays way above his years “Coby’s a right winger but I haven’t had a good look at him yet and Pete’s a left winger who previously played with Box Hill “He hasn’t played for about five years but he’ll be another good signing – an older head in the group.” First published in the Mornington News – 20 December 2022 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) For visitors wanting to explore the Mt Eliza area and discover its unique biodiversity this 22 hectare reserve is a must see lookouts and the dramatic remains of a disused quarry make for rewarding and exciting exploration The old quarry operated between 1887 to 1927 provided stone and ballast used in the construction of nearby railway lines Spectacular views across the Moorooduc plains reward walkers who make it up the steep hillside from the playground and picnic area on Two Bays Rd Main entrance: pedestrian gate opposite carpark on Two Bays Road Other entrances: pedestrian gates off Allison Road Please note there are no formal parking facilities at these entrances Walks: Circuit walks on unmade tracks - for information on walks in this reserve visit the Moorooduc Quarry Walk & Stairs Circuit page of the Mornington Peninsula Tourism website.   Parking: Two Bays Road opposite the main entrance to the reserve these are best accessed on foot from the local area.  Dogs: This reserve is a designated DOG PROHIBITED AREA and dogs are not permitted. For further information on leash-free and dog prohibited areas visit, Leash-free areas.   Take a look at iNaturalist to see the plants and animals the community have recorded in this area – Observations · iNaturalist  Service centre and connection point operating hours and days vary by location Mornington Peninsula Shire acknowledges and pays respect to the Bunurong people the Traditional Custodians of these lands and waters A NEW $30 million mental hospital in Mount Eliza has “salutogenic design principles” that creates “environments to support health and wellbeing rather than simply treating illness”.The design of the 60-bed Avive Clinic Mornington Peninsula in St Johns Lane recognises “the connection between a person’s health and their physical surroundings” Avive Health co-founder and co-CEO Mark Sweeney said Greg Procter and partnered with Northwest Healthcare Properties (“Northwest”) through its New Zealand stock exchange-listed Vital Healthcare Property Trust as property owner and partner Kingdom Projects built the hospital which was designed by HSPC Health Architects.The hospital says it has “embraced the latest health design principles technology-integrated care and trauma-aware programs intended to reinvigorate mental health services while providing better outcomes for patients” Recovery choices for patients offer “flexible pathways and access to clinical teams and psychiatrists”.The “boutique hotel-like environment” has 60 single patient rooms with ensuites a fitness studio and gymnasium and landscaped outdoor retreat areas day patient programs and outpatient consultations for people living with alcohol use disorders including defence and emergency first responders within a trauma-aware culture and facility that ensures both clinical and non-clinical staff can positively impact each patient’s recovery journey”.Procter said the hospital was a “game-changer” for the peninsula “Avive Health is focused on delivering better patient experiences and outcomes while delivering healthcare differently and embracing the latest technology from across the globe,” he said “We’re focused on delivering evidenced-based services throughout a person’s entire mental health and wellness journey so each of our streamed programs – be it anxiety and mood or mind and body – include comprehensive discharge and aftercare planning to support ongoing recovery.“Investment in technology across our business including in our hospitals is a key point of difference Our electronic patient tablets alone are already supporting improved outcomes specific to what each of our patients need “Our clinical team can access and share patient treatment information capture real-time patient input and adjust care during a hospital stay; whilst our patients have greater control over their environment and access to information resources therapy programs and streaming platforms – to name just a few.”Sweeney said Avive had also “invested heavily” in such building technologies and management systems as circadian rhythm lighting The hospital’s research-backed salutogenic design principles “focused on creating environments to support health and wellbeing rather than simply treating illness” Interior designs supported the “emotional and spiritual states of patients as well as integrating indoors and out through nature First published in the Mornington News – 14th May 2024 PLANS have been unveiled to transform a 3.41-hectare site at Mount Eliza into a $160 million “retirement community” called Beachleigh Australian-owned developer Hengyi Pacific last year bought the 33 Jacksons Road site from the Department of Health and Human Services Its 19th century residence and two other buildings were originally part of a private estate built in 1878 They were later transformed into a hospital and then an aged care centre The buildings have a heritage overlay and will be retained and restored The developer has lodged plans with Mornington Peninsula Shire Council to build 105 low density dwellings over eight buildings It plans to regenerate the 200 metre waterfront and integrate it into the project for community use The chapel will be converted into a public cafe and provedore Heritage experts Lovell Chen are advising on the heritage works while VIA Architects and landscape architects Tract will design Beachleigh and its surrounds General manager Simon Manley said the developer was “committed to respecting the historic grounds” while restoring as much of the vegetation and public offering as possible “We were very sympathetic of the site’s history and wanted to be careful not to overcapitalise on the built form we’ve focused on low-density buildings with a maximum two-storey height limit spread out across the site so as to maintain the sprawling grounds “The heritage component was a big appeal for us so we’ve been working closely with Heritage Victoria and our heritage consultants to restore and find an appropriate adaptive re-use for the heritage buildings “We wanted to create something the whole community could be proud of something that the public could enjoy just as much as those who live there so we’ve proposed turning the old chapel into a cafe and will be restoring and integrating 200 metres of public foreshore into the design “We’ve been careful to respect the neighbouring view lines along with a large portion of the existing vegetation including the historic 100-year-old Moreton Bay fig.” Beachleigh is Hengyi’s first foray into retirement living with the developer confirming it plans to retain the site over the long-term Architect Mark Allan said: “VIA Architects is proud to design the next chapter of this rich and storied site The design encompasses a warm and thriving community with spectacular views of the Port Philip Bay.’’ The development is expected to create 200 local jobs during construction with more jobs to be created upon completion in administration First published in the Mornington News – 29 September 2020 bold splashes of colour and fiercely regional Italian cooking this is a jolt of excitement for Mornington Peninsula dining Remove items from your saved list to add more Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime ShareWhen the crew from Donna Maria shut the doors on their Flinders restaurant later this month their next venture Bau Bau is ready to spring to life bringing a slightly different tempo of Italian dining to the Mornington Peninsula By default, the new 30-seater is more intimate than Donna Maria’s 80 seats. Owners Mathew Guthrie, Clinton Trevisi and James Langley (also behind Bistro Elba and Patsy’s) are happily embracing that with a more refined menu of regional Italian dishes a petite Italian restaurant on the Mornington Peninsula.Annika Kafcaloudis“I’m not saying we want to get the tweezers out for every dish but there’s an element that leans more into presentation,” says chef Daniel Lidgard he’s serving chicken cooked in the style of porchetta a popular Tuscan treatment where the bird is stuffed with pancetta are presented as eye-catching twin sets: one side of the parcel contains beetroot More simple is the orecchiette tossed with Flinders mussels and ’nduja rare in the middle and dressed with late-season tomatoes Beetroot and cheese-filled casunziei pasta.Annika KafcaloudisProduce-forward and rustically Italian it’s food that matches the River Cafe-like interiors A bold blue feature wall pops against the white linen and cream walls ring the brass-clad kitchen that juts into the dining room A mural on a wall outside is the most colourful addition The restaurant owners in front of the feature wall.Annika KafcaloudisThe team chose to swap Flinders for Mount Eliza because trade is less seasonal and there’s more affordable housing for staff As soon as their liquor licence comes through The restaurant will trial offering prix-fixe menus only (three courses $120 Guthrie says the move is about a more honest style of hospitality It [feels] much more hospitable and less transactional” Orecchiette pasta with mussels and ’nduja.Annika KafcaloudisDon’t be confused by the name similar to that used for a pocket-like steamed bun from China It’s the Italian equivalent of saying “woof woof” “We wanted something Italian but lighthearted,” says Guthrie Shop 1, 18 Ranelagh Drive, Mount Eliza, baubaudining.com.au news and the hottest openings served to your inbox sells after attracting global interestSamantha Landy Mount Eliza’s Morning Star estate has sold My Chemist Retail Group co-owner Mario Verrocchi has been unveiled as the buyer of Mount Eliza’s famed Morning Star estate, which sold after about three months on the market asking $40m Title documents for 2 Sunnyside Road reveal the rich lister — who is chief executive of the group comprising the Chemist Warehouse and My Chemist chains — placed a caveat on the landmark property on September 24 a buyer can prevent others from registering interest in a property ahead of theirs The prized seaside property attracted interest from across the world The massive 63ha landholding features a 12ha vineyard Selling agent Michael Keating confirmed an international businessman with “property interests around the world” had fought off competition from across the globe to snare the “Downton Abbey … of Australia” which has hosted several film shoots and rock concerts But he remained tight lipped about the buyer’s identity The Michael Keating International director was also unable to disclose Morning Star’s sale price after signing confidentiality agreements But the Herald Sun understands it was in the vicinity of the eight-figure asking price He said he received “literally hundreds” of inquiries from would-be buyers, including expats and investors based in the US Judy Barrett revived Morning Star from a derelict state The property features an 1860s mansion built for an ultra-wealthy Londoner 2012 flick Kath & Kimderella was filmed at the property The purchaser “knows first-class real estate when he sees it” and intended to make the seaside gem “a property for his family in the future” “There is nothing else like it in Australia You’ve got 157 acres (63ha) with beach frontage less than an hour from a capital city that’s soon to be Australia’s largest Mr Keating said it was too early to say whether the new owner would keep the landmark running as a hospitality and events venture as owner of more than two decades Judy Barrett had Mr Verrocchi’s business partner, My Chemist Retail Group chairman, Jack Gance has also been involved in notable property transactions in recent years, with wife Evelynne securing neighbouring Toorak mansions on Yar Orrong Rd for more than $15 million each in 2019 Franciscan friars are said to have brought over the oldest vines from France Ultra-wealthy Londoner Francis Gillett established the sprawling estate in the 1860s as a “summer palace” and the property hasn’t been subdivided since making it one of the Mornington Peninsula’s largest individual landholdings It includes an original five-bedroom mansion and a 12ha vineyard that reputedly contains grapes brought over from France by Franciscan friars who ran the estate as the Morning Star Boys’ Home in the 1930s Ms Barrett turned the property into a 20-room hotel nestled among gardens comprising 75,000 rose bushes and a helipad She almost sold the package to a Chinese developer for $36.2m three years ago likely saving the piece of peninsula history from being bulldozed Morning Star also has pop culture credibility plus the first ‘A Day on the Green’ festival in 2001 and featured in films Kath and Kimderella and Partisan Mr Keating said the fact the property spent most of its time on the market during Melbourne’s strict COVID-19 lockdown didn’t hamper the deal with the pandemic instead boosting buyer interest by “making Aussies overseas realise just how wonderful a place they’ve got at home” “Thankfully the properties we handle (are) not ones you would necessarily need to come and see,” he said LAST ditch efforts to save vacant state government-owned land at the gateway to Mount Eliza village for community use has failed with the 2600 square-metre lot selling by expressions of interest on Friday Mornington MP David Morris recently called on the state government to abandon the sale of the former road reserve at 1 Mount Eliza Way and to retain the site in public ownership He also urged residents to write to the transport minister and the treasurer objecting to the sale Mr Morris said the sale had taken the community as he had been speaking to residents keen to retain the site for community use given its de-facto operation as public space for decades Mr Morris raised the matter in parliament two weeks ago after discovering the former road reserve had been rezoned as residential but conceded that it was “unlikely” the government would take a backward step by halting the sale of land The president of the South Eastern Centre for Sustainability said development would be unsuitable at the location due to road safety concerns and at the junction of high-traffic thoroughfares Mr Karakitsos said the land could have been used for a much-needed merge lane at the busy intersection given the danger of turning right into Nepean Hwy There was also pressure from the community to preserve the land as an environmental /community park given its location as the “gateway” to Mount Eliza Mr Karakitsos said he had surveyed neighbours of the block He said drainage issues were already a concern due to a South Eastern Water facility on the site which flooded the entire area earlier this year “Any future storms will certainly cause destruction to any property which is built since it lies on the boundary of the adjoining property and not on the highway side,” he said Mr Karakitsos said he had previously spoken to the shire which showed support for the land to be used as a local park and so was shocked to see the land recently rezoned He said development of the site would “fracture” the pleasant gateway entrance to the village while the flora and fauna values and “Aboriginal sensitivity of the site” are reasons to protect the site from any form of development The block was recently advertised by McEwing real estate partners with an asking price of $2 million to $2.2 million Mr Morris told parliament the impact of the government’s financial “recklessness” was becoming evident with the sale of assets “The issue is that the government is doing this with absolutely no warning.” “This land has been a reserve for as long as anyone can remember and in fact when I looked at the Landata map last night it is identified as the Mount Eliza Way Reserve He said the land was the main gateway to Mount Eliza It will have a significant impact on the treescape if this proceeds and is developed,” he said Briars Ward Cr Steve Holland said he was also surprised to see the land advertised for sale and had taken his concerns about the sale to the council Mornington Peninsula Shire Council did not respond before deadline First published in the Mornington News – 29 March 2022 Share via...Gift this articleSubscribe to gift this article Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe A heritage-listed Mornington Peninsula mansion that has been a holiday home luxury hotel and business school is now set to take on its next incarnation as a retirement home after Ryman Healthcare won a protracted legal battle over a planned $317 million redevelopment in Mt Eliza which already operates seven retirement villages in Australia secured Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal approval late last month for a retirement village and residential aged care facility at the site of the 135-year-old Moondah Mansion SaveLog in or Subscribe to save articleShareCopy link Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. Follow the topics, people and companies that matter to you. but close enough that it constitutes a suburb On the sea change side it has a nice slice of Port Phillip Bay beach action including colourful beach boxes on Ranelagh beach a testament to the Victorian era when it was a holiday location drawing families from the inner suburbs – a 48-kilometre journey that took considerably longer than the 56 minutes it now takes by car Perhaps for that reason until the 1920s there were few permanent residents at Mount Eliza but electrification of the train service to Frankston and the growing availability of cars contributed to its growth One of three significant rises on the western coastline of the Mornington Peninsula – the others are Mount Martha and Arthurs Seat – Mount Eliza has other tricks up its sleeve Mount Eliza is sometimes credited as the birthplace of Australian modernist architecture thanks to an exclusive early 20th-century subdivision designed by Walter Burley Griffin and Marion Mahony Griffin Now listed on the Victorian Heritage Register and also classified by the National Trust of Australia Ranelagh Estate still stands as an example of the Griffins’ progressive environmental ideals is still in operation with about 1500 members Hollywood glamour also dropped in on Mount Eliza in 1959 when movie stars Fred Astaire Gregory Peck and Ava Gardner arrived to shoot On The Beach By the early 1950s the suburb still boasted only two shops at the intersection of Canadian Bay Road and Mount Eliza Way serves most of the needs of the nearly 18,000 residents For those looking to make a splash in the area the Royal Children’s Hospital’s former polio hospital – a 1930s Mediterranean-style former hospital turned nursing home – has recently come to market after narrowly avoiding demolition Mount Eliza’s golden mile is considered to be above Davey’s Bay Beach but all the best addresses have panoramic views across the bay while the most exalted of all have direct beach access 78 Wimbledon Avenue, Mount Eliza This spacious family home in the Ranelagh Estate has an elegant coastal aesthetic its three living areas include a lounge with a fireplace Agent: RT Edgar, Vicki Sayers 0410 416 987 7 Glen Shian Lane, Mount Eliza Close to Mt Eliza village and Canadian Bay Beach this home on the Golden Mile showcases Hamptons-esque design Light-filled interiors include three bedrooms Agent: McEwing & Partners, Quentin McEwing 0409 389 268 THE arrest of three men after drugs and a loaded sawn-off rifle were allegedly found in a car at Skye led police to a Mount Eliza property where they allegedly found ammunition steroids and what is believed to be methyl-amphetamine The garage on the property had also been turned into an outlaw motorcycle gang (OMCG) clubhouse Police intercepted a Kia Sportage at a service station on the Western Port Highway after noticing the men at a petrol bowser reportedly a Finks Outlaw Motorcycle Gang member was charged with trafficking and drug possession as well as being a prohibited person possessing a firearm possessing cartridge ammunition without licence committing an indictable offence while on bail and contravening bail conditions He was remanded to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on 19 February A 21-year-old Cranbourne East man was charged with trafficking methyl-amphetamine possessing amphetamine and possessing an unregistered handgun He was bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on 26 November A 35-year-old Mornington man was released pending further inquiries First published in the Southern Peninsula News – 16 February 2021 THE unexpected death of one of Mount Eliza’s most loved residents has elicited an outpouring of grief from residents who knew and loved him Expressions of sadness and anecdotes about Percy and his local travels flooded local Facebook pages this week as news spread that he was found on Thursday (16 December) with injuries so severe he had to be euthanised by a vet on the following Monday It is believed he was hit by a car and sought sanctuary in long grass until found by residents concerned that he had not been seen for four days While little is known about his early days gentle bird has been strutting the streets of Mt Eliza for about 40 years.  along with photographs of Percy roosting in backyard trees or even tapping on doors in the hope of a snack from residents who fed him treats of sunflower seeds to students from nearby schools who would stop and talk to him as he wandered past Koetong Parade resident Philippa Young remembers Percy visiting her family by landing on the roof during some renovation work “After scaring the lady who was measuring our deck – Percy had wandered across our roof before we heard a big bang out the front to find that he had used the lady’s car to soften his landing – we never did get the quote I think Percy scared her off,” she said.  Dawn Whittaker has lived in Kunyung Road for 30 years and  developed a close bond with Percy “He used to sleep at night in my gum tree in the backyard but when the tree became dangerous and had to be cut down he just went  to a house a couple of doors up and slept in their tree,” she said “But he would still come to see me daily for his snack –  he led a very good life and would feed at numerous places around the neighbourhood I have had so many people ask about him and tell me how sad they feel that they will no longer see or hear him – everyone adored him and it’s such a tragic loss.” Other residents said Percy was a regular visitor around Rutland Avenue and Bethanga Street with some remembering their interactions with him as children in the 1980s So great is the loss felt by the community there are suggestions of dedicating a public mural  or a mosaic to Percy and a local school art teacher has offered to be involved some say Percy may have escaped from the Ansett Estate as a chick Others suggest he may have belonged  to a local couple but enjoyed his freedom too much to be contained First published in the Mornington News – 21 December 2021