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Mornington Life Magazine welcomes this beautiful sunny Spring season with yet another bumper issue! We have embraced the season, and filled our pages with wonderful reading and amazing images.

The Spring Racing Carnival is always a huge focus for those of us who live on the Mornington Peninsula and our visitors. We bring you all the latest events from the Mornington Racing Club, whether its from trackside, or inside in the beautiful Gunnamatta Room where this season heralds gala events such as Hats N Hooves.

We found Mornington Racing Club the perfect setting to showcase our stunning fashions this season. With so many beautiful outfits available in your local stores, why would you need to shop anywhere else this season? Check out the centre gloss pages for this seasons must haves.

The sun out and now the perfect time to explore all the tantalizing restaurants and cafes the Peninsula has to offer. Have a flick through our food section to see how spoilt for choice we really are.

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MAIN STREET MORNINGTON:WHERE A kILOMETRE OF FABULOUS SHOPPINg MEETS THE SEAImagine this. A whole kilometre of cosmopolitan boutique shopping, with more than 370 retail outlets. Broad, tree-shaded pavements with inviting courtyards, verandas and kerbside seating. A relaxed and friendly atmosphere, without a high-rise building in sight. And right at the end of the street is the sparkling sea, with white sandy beaches and the freshest sea air.

Welcome to Main Street Mornington. One of the Mornington Peninsulas favourite streets in the regions largest seaside village.

And its full of surprises. Classy boutiques selling fabulous fashion. Cafes where coffee is an absolute passion. Food stores selling the finest local and imported produce. Award winning restaurants and hotels. The Main Street Wednesday market that is Victorias longest running midweek regional market. Historic buildings dating back to the 1860s, including a magnificent 1892 hotel that began life as a coffee palace.

But it doesnt stop there. If its an indulgent experience youre after, visit one of the many beauty salons and exclusive spas. Be dazzled by the range of speciality shops - from homeware, gift and bookshops to health, wellbeing and eyewear specialists. Its all here!

So come and explore one of the Mornington Peninsulas most vibrant village streets.

Main Street Mornington.where the shops meet the sea.Melanie SayersMarketing and Promotions ManagerMornington Chamber of Commerce03 5975 4522www.morningtonchamber.com.au

PAWS AND NEEDLESBy Dr Jennifer Hutchinson BVSc. CVA (IVAS)

At ten years of age, which is around 60 in human years, Harvey the Maltese Shih Tzu, was suddenly unable to walk. He was being treated for severe bilateral hip dysplasia (arthritis) and bilateral permanent patella (kneecap) dislocation, and had also had previous spinal surgery for a ruptured disc.

Harvey presented with a sudden onset of spinal pain that meant he was unable to walk and he did not respond to additional pain relief or anti-inflammatories. After two weeks of helping Harvey to toilet and walk, the owners were devastated at the possibility of losing him, given that he was otherwise a bright and happy little dog.

In desperation the owners agreed to try acupuncture as a last resort, and after his first treatment he walked three metres! The owners were ecstatic and now Harvey is moving around better than he was before his back flared up, and he gets so excited when he comes into the clinic!

It is a story that might be familiar to people who have benefited from the ancient healing technique, but many people are not aware of the use of acupuncture in animals. I must confess that in the beginning even I was a little sceptical of what acupuncture could do for our four-footed patients, but the results speak for themselves.

Experts point out that animals have been treated with acupuncture therapy from the dawn of civilisation. According to legend, veterinary acupuncture was discovered when lame horses became sound after being hit by arrows in battle. In fact, acupuncture has been used in China for over 4000 years and has recently gained more recognition in Western Medicine as an adjunctive and alternative means of treatment.

Acupuncture is the insertion of fine needles into specific points in the body to achieve homeostasis or balance. These points are located along meridians or channels and when stimulated can cause physiological changes in the body.

Veterinary acupuncture has proven effective in healing or easing the symptoms of arthritis, acute injuries, respiratory disorders, immune system ailments, dermatological problems, gastrointestinal and urinary disorders and a host of other problems.

A small minority of animal patients balk at the idea of having needles poked in them, but most actually enjoy their treatments, with some even falling asleep! At Ballam Park Veterinary Clinic we also offer laser acupuncture, which uses a laser beam to stimulate the acupuncture points individually, for those patients who do not tolerate needles well.

Acute cases often respond within 1-2 treatments, however for chronic conditions, such as arthritis, often 6-8 treatments are required before improvement or long-lasting effects are seen.

I think it is important to remember that while acupuncture works well on its own, it is often best used alongside Western medicine. I use a combination of traditional veterinary medicine and animal acupuncture for cases where Western medicine has failed, is not appropriate due to another condition which the animal has, or is not achieving the desired effect.

In 2010 I completed an acupuncture course and received my certification through the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVAS), which is an American course that is recognised worldwide.

Since graduating from Toorak College in 2001, I completed my Veterinary Degree at the University of Melbourne in 2006 and have been practising on the Mornington Peninsula since then. I look forward to seeing this complimentary alternative therapy grow so that we can see more cases with fantastic responses like Harvey!

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Trent was on work experience when he caught the culinary bug, and he found himself pestering the chefs to be part of their events and be given the opportunity to learn from them.

On weekends, Trent works at Eccoqui in Frankston, but during the school holidays he is involved at the RACV. This gives him a taste of being an apprentice, including catering charity events for Starlight Childrens Foundation.

However its not just at work that he gets to hang out in kitchens. Part of Trents VCE studies at Woodleigh School includes Food Technology, and his Visual Communication and Media classes contribute to his passion for cooking by giving him the skills to sketch his meals. A lot of chefs like to draw their dishes so they can plan on how to plate them, Trent explained, his favourite drawing utensil being Copic Markers.

Earlier this year Trent was part of a small group of Woodleigh students who spent hours chopping and cooking to produce around 400 meals with the Fareshare school kitchen program. Fareshare is a Melbourne based non-profit organisation that reclaims unwanted and unused food, and turns it into meals for

Trent has big dreams; a dream to study the culinary arts in Paris; to open his own patisserie, and skydive. Not necessarily in that order. Trent Richardson is a 17 year-old foodie, the passion bubbling through his veins. If anyone is going to fulfil his wildest dreams it will be Trent, because this young man has something most of us wish we had, perseverance. In fact, thats exactly how he secured his apprenticeship, which he will commence next year at the RACV City Club on Bourke Street.

A CHEF IN THE BAKINGAlexis Collier speaks with Trent Richardson who has been struck by the culinary bug

the needy.

This isnt the first time Trent has taken an active role in the community; as a qualified lifeguard Trent spent four years protecting Mornington and Frankston beaches.

Apart from the endeavours that have ultimately helped others, such as Starlight, Fareshare and mentoring younger Woodleigh students, Trent admits that he spends his time doing things that he enjoys, and if that helps others, its simply a bonus.

Head Chef at RACV City Club, Pierrick Boyer, is Trents role model and has actively taken the budding food whiz under his wing. But having a great mentor is not the reason for the young chefs focus on food. Cooking is a great way to express yourself creatively, and it is a lot of fun.

But that doesnt mean his apprenticeship will be easy. Trents advice for young people, including those aspiring chefs is quite simple, Be persistent. Make it obvious you want to be there. Be motivated and prove to potential employers that they want you around.

Wise words, hell probably have a book deal one day, and his own line of pasta sauces.


If youre looking for that perfect once in a lifetime experience, you cant go past swimming with the beautiful wild bottlenose dolphins and fur seals in Port Phillip Bay. Starting their season on October 6, Moonraker Dolphin Swims offer a range of swimming and cruising options to suit your needs.

Sandy Mackinnon and her daughter Torie have been operating Moonraker from Sorrento Pier for the last 22 years. Their continued success can be attributed to their focus on outstanding customer service and genuine passion for Port Phillip Bay marine life. Their commitment to sustainable environmental tourism was recently recognised when they won the coveted Qantas Australian Tourism Award for Best Eco Tourism Business in Australia and also the Victorian Tourism Award for Best Eco Tourism Business.

Flagship vessel Moonraker leaves Sorrento Pier daily at 9am and 1pm for a variety of tours. A second vessel Blue Wing was added to the fleet in 2010 to offer smaller personalised tours with a strong educational focus on the marine environment.

The popular Dolphin and Seal Swim Tour will take you on a 2 or 3 hour adventure where you can swim alongside friendly fur seals and wild dolphins. All equipment is provided and the crew give full

demonstrations to those on board. Returning to Sorrento, you can enjoy delicious morning or afternoon tea while enjoying the crystal waters of our beautiful bay.

For those whod rather stay dry, the Dolphin and Seal Sightsee Cruise is an experience to remember. Observe the amazing wildlife from the comfort of the boat and return with amazing memories to share with friends.

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DEVELOPMENT FIRES uPThe Mornington Urban Fire Brigade was formed in 1917 but it was not until 1920 that the Fire Station at the Beach end of Main Street was completed due to slow fundraising during the war. During the 70s the Fire Brigade moved to a much needed larger location and more modern premises at 328 Main Street.

From that time until March 2008, when it was relocated to Nepean Highway, Mornington, every person within cooee of Main Street would hear the siren at 11am Sunday morning, calling volunteers for fire fighting practise.

Since it was abandoned, the old Fire Station had been sitting idle for most of the time, but a father and daughter team of visionaries is about to change that.

Number 328 Main Street is set to become the newest best address on Main Street and will offer leased office space, plenty of off street car parking, and a licenced caf for dine-in or takeaway meals.

According to the local demolition company, 90% of the old building will be sent for recycling, and a spokesperson for the owners said this was an important part of assigning the project.

The new three story building was locally designed by JR Design; will be constructed by a local builder; is owned by long-time local residents, and will have local businesses as tenants.

The owners hope the caf will encourage networking and provide a much needed facility to the professional services end of Main Street.

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ERICA MCPHERSON AND PETER WHITE

you can tell a lot about someone when they dont connect with animals. Were in agreement, and Erica McPherson knows what shes talking about. She has always been a lover of animals and devoted to horses ever since she can remember. My mother was crazy about riding so it was natural for me, she continues. She was off to riding lessons by the time she was six.

Her horse training husband Peter White is the same. Born in Deniliquin to equine loving parents, its almost like he could ride before he could walk. Erica says, Peters father was a private trainer. It takes over from an early age this horse thing, she laughs - Erica and Peters granddaughter has already ridden in the Red Hill Show and came away with seven ribbons at the tender age of four.

Training is a tough profession she continues. you only make money if youve got a really good prize winner, so you have to love the challenge of working with the animal. Theres nothing glamorous about it! She rolls her eyes. With a 3.30 am start every morning bar Sundays, Peter knows the meaning of hard work. He does everything from cleaning the stalls to feeding the horses to settling their nerves on race day. It doesnt stop.

Humans have been racing for a long time. Archaeological records show that it has been going on since ancient Babylon, Syria and Egypt. It is part of the human psyche and is what this couple, who met in 1980, were destined to do. Peter had been training Tulip Town in Bowral NSW after quitting a vet science degree. He left everything behind and moved to Melbourne so we could be together and started driving taxis, but the pull of the track was too strong so he began clocking horses at Caulfield for friend Tony Vasil.

The couple were regulars at Flemington and by then they realised it was written in stone. They bought ten acres opposite the racecourse in Mornington in 2000 where Ericas son, Alex, was trainer and Peter was the stable hand, but things were about to change.

Alex met his future partner and left, so Peter took out a training licence again. Since then Lauren Mullavery who does all the track work for Peter has been a constant asset.

One of the first horses this dynamic duo bought was Escape Artist, a Redoutes Choice (pedigree) who won numerous country cups. The year after, they bought the Lion Hunter Jungle Ruler at the annual horse auction, Magic Millions on the Gold Coast and the rest, they say, is history.

Erica and Peter are part of all things racing. Three years ago after jockey Danny Brereton had a terrible fall, Erica decided to organise a fund raiser for his family. She rang Des OKeffe of the National Jockeys Trust and got together local girls Annette SanFillipo, Jackie Newman and Robyn Knobel to organise a lunch. Fields of Fashion was born.

In the last two years they have raised in excess of forty thousand dollars all of which goes to The Jockeys Trust. She also owns Fionas of Mornington with her daughter Victoria. The store stocks gorgeous race friendly designer labels like George Gross and Harry Who, and Colette by Colette Dinnigan. It also houses a vibrant range of millinery by local designer Jackie Newman.

Take a look at the shots in this edition of Mornington Life at the racecourse with king of Desire (above) another of Peter and Ericas horses and mark the September 20 down in your diary Fionas of Mornington is having an in store night featuring their milliner Jackie Newman from 7 pm onwards. Prizes, giveaways and champagne will be part of the fun!

Once involved in an equine love affair it lasts forever even through bites, kicks, and almost losing a leg. Just ask Peter. How to survive for so long in the industry and keep smiling?

Hard work, dedication and a sense of humour, says Erica. And were racing

(Erica McPherson would like to thank Mornington Life Magazine for supporting The Jockeys Trust with the donation of an advertisement to support the upcoming Charity Lunch on October 10)

Fionas of Mornington Erica McPherson46 Main Street, Mornington, 3931Phone: 5976 2524 E: [email protected] or follow on facebook

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Older cats have already settled into their personalities so you know what you are getting and they are all so different, just like people!

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After a whirlwind tour around Australia to celebrate Guinots milestone with beauty therapists and salon and spa owners, Jonathan believes Cosmecology will be a great success given the very positive response. This is just what women of all ages are looking for and we firmly believe there is a place in the market for Cosmecology, he said.

The range includes products for the face, body and hair, with natural ingredients that are pure, effective and safe. In short, they are not tested on animals, contain no genetically modified organisms and are paraben free.

Beauty expert, Laura Pritchard says, Cosmecology products are created under strict laboratory conditions, just like medical products. And testing of any substance on animals in France has been prohibited for over 20 years, which is something Im very happy about, being an animal lover.

Laura points out the Cosmecology range is very affordable with all products costing less than $30.

We wanted to deliver a quality product at a price women of all ages could afford, so the range has no outer packaging and instructions are on the containers themselves which are made from fully recyclable material.

Cosmecology offers products which suit every different skin and hair type. Face Care includes make-up removers, face creams, a skin peel and face mask. Shower Gels contain exotic ingredients like lotus, orange or hibiscus extract, and Hair Care includes shampoos to suit every hair type, coloured as well, while the conditioner is a repair treatment.

As part of this product launch Jonathan and Laura are offering Mornington Life readers a chance to win one of five Cosmecology skincare face packs containing a 50ml tube of Peel Skin, and a 50ml tube of the Hydra Skin Face Cream RRP $56.00.

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Once again a warm welcome to readers of Mornington Life.

As we come out of a long winter and look forward to the sunnier warmer days of spring we will be seeing some changes at the beach end of Main Street. The new streetscape will have no more power-lines and new paving will give this lovely end of Main Street a connection to the rest of the street.

Also keep an eye on the corner of the Esplanade and Main (Right outside the Museum) as we will have a new sculpture there soon. This came about from last years celebration of our township being called Mornington for 150 years.

Im not saying much more about this surprise, just keep looking. Getting a piece of public art for the township was quite a process but I believe now weve paved the way for more.

Also a big thank you to everyone who attended the Plan Peninsula meetings. For me it confirmed how passionate we all feel about our peninsula. We have great evidence of this now to present to the Government and to use in future planning processes.

Our heritage Mornington Park will be enhanced with new tree plantings including creating a beautiful avenue of honour in the next few months. Work will commence in 2013 to provide a new major playground and restore the fountain.

The new Farmers Market will also be running in November at the far end of the park.

Ive been going for many years to our local Food and Wine festival. Its always been a great day for me to catch up with friends. The committee do an amazing job and Im sure this years one, on October 21 will be full of family fun. A good one to put in the diary.

Also just wanted to congratulate our Chamber of Commerce for their successful Bay Run raising over $20,000 for Peter MacCullum to fight cancer. Well done to all who participated!

Well readers, I write this column with a tinge of sadness as, after Council elections in October there will not be a Mornington ward any more. There will be a very large ward called the Briars taking in Mt. Eliza, Mornington and Mt. Martha.

Due to a State Government decision this is happening to several wards on the Peninsula but not all. This may bring benefits but I believe it will bring some challenges too. Please take the time to get the information you need to understand the changes.

Local Government plays a vital role in our lifestyles. From libraries to footpaths, playgrounds to home help Council is the space its all happening in. Log on to the shire website - it has a lot of details available at mornpen.vic.gov.au .

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Passion personified would be the best way to describe actress, Harriet James, of The Actors Shed in Dromana. Do what you love and live your life truthfully, is her personal philosophy which guides her teaching. Employing the Sanford Meisner acting technique, Harriet directs her students not to act, but rather, to reveal themselves instinctively, to shed their skin. By constantly paring back, the real core moments that make for great acting are exposed. Teaching them to listen, read one another, trust their instincts and live in the now helps unfurl the heart of human interaction converting trying to act into transformational acting. you can tell when people stop acting and become engaged and connected, Harriet explains. These moments make acting an interactive experience between actor and audience.

Harriet encourages people of all walks of life, ages and levels of experience to try this technique. She sees acting as a form of fitness. Its mentally energizing keeping the brain engaged in spontaneous problem solving and memorization. Acting promotes emotional wellbeing through self-discovery giving the heart a voice and the body vital energy.

Moving from England to Rosebud as an eleven year old was in itself a transformative experience. Harriets passion for the Peninsula seeded a dream to form a new creative

community of actors, writers and directors collaborating toward a common goal. Having traveled widely, worked and studied extensively in London and Melbourne, she always wanted to return to the Peninsula. The ten years Harriet spent practicing the Meisner technique so resonated with her that she wanted to bring it home and share it, living out that childhood dream.

While currently meeting at the uniting Church Hall in Dromana, Harriet plans to build an actual Actors Shed in the future. She feels actors have a great deal to contribute to script development as they bring characters to life adding crucial insight. While in its beginning

stages, Harriets vision is taking shape. Classes are filling rapidly and shes connecting with lots of other people who share her passion.

Acting for Energy and Wellbeing, Introduction to Acting for Adults and Introduction to Acting for kids/Teens will be on offer next. New courses begin the second week of September. To book a place ring Harriet on 0487 918 015, email her at: [email protected] or visit www.facebook.com/livingtruthfully.

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MAIN ST FESTIVALSuNDAy OCTOBER 21, MAIN STREET MORNINGTON

The Main Street Festival in Mornington has announced its programme, once again bringing a diverse blend of local and renowned music acts to town, as well as dance groups, poets, roving entertainment and more!

Headlining the Grand Hotel stage will be folk/roots singer and songwriter Jeff Lang, with locals The Warrains, holycow, Mamma Sass and President Roots making up the timetable. Across the other stages youll find Blackwater Riff, Ron Vincent, Simon Imrei Band, Thunder Road (Bruce Springsteen tribute), Katrioniques and more, as well as solo performances by Paul Dillon, Erik Ivan Parker, Lucky and others on the songwriters stage.

Aside from the music, therell be Hip Cat Circus workshops, Red House Native American and Percussion club performances, Peninsula Poets Soapbox Poetry, Marshere School Of Dance and Jive Dance displays and the multi-talented Merryl Leppard sharing her stories, poetry and music.

Make sure you clear the schedule for a day of wandering around stalls, checking out local talented artists and musicians, sampling delicious food and wine and soaking in the hive of activity that is Main Street, Mornington. The festival runs from 11am to 5pm on Sunday October 21. For more info, head to www.facebook.com/MainStreetMorningtonFestival or check the October issue of our sister mag Pearl.

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Squid = Snapper = SharksIsnt it amazing how the cycle starts again, with squid entering through the rip, the snapper following and of course now we have the sharks following the snapper and it all starts again! We are still waiting for the Mako Sharks to arrive in Bass Strait, however with so much snapper and squid coming through; it was only a matter of time before the sharks followed them.

On recent trips we have been getting bitten off by what is suspected to be school sharks, there is no mistaking these guys as they put up a blistering run followed by coming back to the boat and going again, very similar to the gummy shark but triple it for speed and power. Large Seven Gill Sharks have also arrived and if targeted with the right gear and in areas which have a strong current, will put up a great fight as well. Baits that have been working the best have been a whole Slimy Mackerel which can be purchased at the Victoria Market.

Squid (Portsea Pier)Its all GO as far as the squid are concerned! With good-sized numbers and quality sized ones as well, you cant go wrong fishing for these guys in southern Port Phillip Bay at the moment. Remember the rule; if the water is dirty do not use plastic jigs and go back to the bait-style jigs using Silver Whiting and Pilchard under a float. It is only a matter of time before you land a monster squid. Fishing slack water is a must down southern Port Phillip Bay, and

remember if we have a flood tide, fish the Sorrento area past Portsea Pier, and if we have an ebb tide (running out), fish on the Nepean side of Portsea Pier. The squid are very lazy and will not chase your bait when the current is running hard.

SnapperIt is still early (water temperature still down) but what I have seen on the sounder over the last few weeks indicates we are in for a very hot season as far as the Reds are concerned. Fish to three and a half kilos have been regularly caught along the shipping channel; off Portsea, off Rye, and now even Mt Martha. They are still very finicky and I suggest small live squid be used as they are fairly easy to catch, and are very effective on the snapper. The ebb tide has produced the best results and when we are having a fairly strong current remember to use extra long leaders up to two metres as this can make the difference between catching a fish or not. Also at present, come down in your hook size for a better

hook up.

SharksOne of my favourite target species is sharks! Whether it be Gummy Sharks, School Sharks, Bronze Whalers, Seven Gills, it doesnt matter. When you hook up to one of these guys there is nothing better than feeling that thump, thump, thump on the end of your fishing rod! They

will get thicker as the water warms up in the Bay and this is when I target them the most. Most areas in the southern Port Phillip Bay hold good sharks. The key is of course berley, berley, berley. yes we all know it brings in rubbish fish but its only a matter of time before your targeted species will find your bait.

First morning seems to produce the best quality fish both in Bass Strait and Port Phillip Bay, with last light also known for its great captures.

Areas to fishSquid Portsea Pier, Queenscliff, the boat moorings at Sorrento, Rosebud Reef, the shallow waters around the Fort, the shallow waters around Mud Island, the red pole off White Cliffs, the shallow waters straight out from Rye after the shipping channel.

Snapper.... Queenscliff, the South Channel, the broken reefs around Portsea, Rosebud Reef (first and last light) Mt Martha in 17 metres, the Shark Hole at Blairgowrie (first light run out tide)

Sharks..... Any channel that drops into deeper water, Mt Martha, the deep waters straight out from Rye and Sorrento when the water warms up to 17 and upwards, the Rip, shallow waters around Mud Island (not in the marine reserve).

So as you can see there is so much to do on the Mornington Peninsula at this particular time of the year whatever you decide to target. One tip that I will give you is to continue to fish for that particular species and dont give up and decide to fish for something else, it will happen. And usually on the Mornington Peninsula when it happens it usually is a big fish. Good luck!

Charlie Micallef is currently filming a new 13 week series for Channel 31 which will go to air 2013. The 1st show of his past series will air on November 8 at 7.30pm. Stay tuned.

Three generations fishing in Port Phillip Bay with a good catch of snapper

MORNINGTON PENINSuLAFISHINGby Charlie Micallef


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Jessica Bradshaw running through her 50th game banner recently. Jess now holds the club record for games by a girl at the Frankston Dolphins Junior Football Club and last week, played in a Grand Final.

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AusMumpreneur Awards launch superstar mums in businessThe annual Connect2Mums AusMumpreneur Awards will launch another super businesswoman into stardom this September.

AusMumpreneur Awards recognise the achievements of women who have managed to run a successful business and balance work with family life.

The awards acknowledge the achievements of Australia and New Zealands best and brightest entrepreneurs in the mumpreneur industry across a wide range of categories.

Caroline Roberts of Gardening 4 Kids has been selected as a finalist in the 2012 AusMumpreneur Awards in the category of Favourite Eco Friendly Business.

The 2012 AusMumpreneur Awards presented by Connect2Mums celebrate and recognize Mums in business achieving outstanding success in areas such as business, product development, services and innovation in businesses from Australia and New Zealand. The awards are designed to recognize the growing number of women who successfully balance motherhood and business in a way that suits their life and family.

Caroline is a primary school environmental educator, mum and owner of Gardening 4 Kids. She is passionate about sustainability and believes, as adults, we have a responsibility to teach our children about caring for the environment.

Gardening 4 Kids is a unique Australian website that sells quality fun and educational gardening products for little green thumbs. It also features a blog for parents, care-givers and educators with ideas that encourage children to be outside exploring the natural world.

There are many benefits to balancing business and motherhood as Caroline explains, I love the responsibility of running my own business that I can grow alongside raising a family. I can work my own hours and still spend time with my daughter.

It can be challenging to be a successful business woman while raising a family and Caroline gives this advice for others thinking about starting their own enterprise, Believe in yourself, your

family and your business. Be proud of what you do and dont be afraid to tell people you meet that you are a mumpreneur.

Caroline can be contacted via www.gardening4kids.com.au where you will find fabulous gift ideas for aspiring young gardeners.

The winners from each category will be announced at a glamorous awards event held in Sydney on Saturday, 8 September, 2012 (while this magazine was being printed)

Voting has commenced for the Peoples Choice categories. To vote or for more information about the 2012 AusMumpreneur Awards visit www.connect2mumscommunity.com.au


ERENS FASHION, ART & INTERIOR Eren has always had eclectic taste, and now he is able to exhibit his individual style through the exciting world of art and interiors. When you enter the Balmoral Street, Frankston boutique, it is instantly clear that he has a keen eye for all things oddly beautiful, and beautifully odd, placing him at the forefront of interior decoration and design.

Specialising in imported goods, Erens collection consists of spectacular glassware from Italy and France, plus furniture pieces from Europe and Asia built to his meticulous specifications.

Each piece of the collection is unique and guaranteed to be unlike anything youve seen before. Eren even offers a selection of highly sought after rare decorative pieces.

The personal service and prices make a beautiful home only a heart-beat away. Erens better known fashion boutique is still alive and thriving, offering his well-known range of high quality suits, and personally designed ranges of shirts, shoes, jeans, leather jackets and belts. The boutique also continues to specialise in ladies fashion, exhibiting some of Melbournes finest casual, cocktail and formalwear.

To view Erens distinctly styled and eclectic collections, call in to see for yourself or you can browse online through his collection on his Facebook page Erens Arts and Interior. Hope to see you soon!

DROMANA COLLEGE FASHION EXPO Dromana College is proud to announce the Annual Peninsula Teenage Fashion Expo is on again for its fifth year. This is a competition in which secondary student from all-over Victoria can compete in a garment/fashion design, creation and presentation show.

At this very prestigious event sponsors are awarding some fabulous prizes to both winners plus encouragement awards. Sponsors have awarded sewing machines in previous years, (Bargain Box Mornington), fabric vouchers (Peninsula Sewing Studio) and design workshops (Whitehouse Institute of Design) to encourage these up and coming young designers.

We are also very pleased to announce that the Rye and Dromana Community Bendigo Bank has supported us since our very first show and is back on board again this year, as are our other main supporters Bargain Box Fabrics and Whitehouse Institute of Design, said Theresa Stelling.

With entrants last year from as far away as Sandhurst, Dromana College hopes to cast its net further afield this year. Students from year 7 up are invited to submit their creations into

the three categories: Casual, Special Occasion and Fantasy.

The evening of Monday October 22 promises to be a feast for the artistic eye, with the year 11 and 12 students Art Exhibition from 6.30pm in the Design Centre and then the Fashion Show from 7.30pm in the schools gym.

The ticket price of $20 includes a glass of fine wine from one of our Mornington Peninsulas own vineyards (for over 18year olds) and finger food created by the VET students from the College.

For further information, please contact Theresa Stelling at DSC on Monday, Wednesday or Friday on 03 5987 2805. Entry details are also available from the Dromana College website www.dsc.vic.edu.au follow the links to the Fashion Show.

Tickets are available from either the College office (5987 2805) or Bargain Box Fabrics Mornington (5975 8233) from early October.

Mornington Life Magazine is once again proud to support this event aimed at developing youth creativity on the Mornington Peninsula.


The Harvest N graze Festival is back for seconds and kicks off at the picturesque Morning Star Estate Sunday 7 October 10am-6pm headlined by iconic Australian band Pseudo Echo.

Gourmet produce will be aplenty at each festival with 40 stalls of the States best regional cheeses, wines & olives, boutique beers, artisan delicacies and a vast assortment of ready-to-eat delights just to name a few.

Harvest N Graze is the brainchild of Warren James of In Season Farmers Market notoriety and Darren Danielson, artist manager and drummer of 80s hit band Chocolate Starfish. Warren lives, breathes and eats farmers markets with a total of eleven currently in operation across Victoria. Darrens music credentials are many from touring bands such as The Cult to managing some of Australias most well known artists.

With their deep passion for authentic and diverse seasonal fare and live entertainment, the creation of Harvest N Graze Festival was a natural progression.

We wanted to create a festival based around the incredible produce we have on offer right here in Victoria. All stallholders are handpicked and share our Harvest N Graze philosophy of Local. Seasonal. Family. Sustainable.

The live music line-up on the day includes Pseudo Echo, Sarah & The King Bees, Cordial Factory, Superjuice, The Mudcakes, Ash Ball and Zeon ONeill. Plus cooking demos, free kids amusements, pony rides, face painting, family activities and roving entertainment.

Come laze, graze, sip, taste, and treat yourself to this seasons finest bounty. Bring the family, bring a picnic rug and bring your harvest cheer. Bon apptit!

Harvest N Graze 2012/2013 festival dates: Sunday Oct 7 Morning Star Estate Mount Eliza; Sunday Nov 18 Rippon Lea Estate; Sunday Jan 20 2013 Bellarine Estate Portarlington; Sunday March 24 2013 Monsalvat Eltham

Tickets $25 pre-purchase to book: Trybooking.com or $29 at the gate and kids under 16 free!

For more information please visit http://www.harvestngraze.com/

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Harvest N Graze Festival 2012 summer series launches on the Mornington Peninsula. Victorias best produce coupled with fine Australian talent make for one spectacular day!

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Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Local fresh products delivered daily for you to buy from the newest grocery store on the Peninsula, MarketLife grocers.

MarketLife guarantees fresh fruit and vegetables that arrive daily from local farms, plus impeccable customer service and a gourmet grocery line that boasts organic and gluten-free options - what else could your tastebuds yearn for?

Owners Jason and Nick opened their Bentons Square store on June 20 this year. Growing up on a fruit farm and eating fresh food daily certainly raised Jasons expectations about freshness, and with a successful grocery store in Echuca, this young entrepreneur has the experience to support his passion.

While studying business and marketing at university, I realised there was an opportunity to give customers a great alternative, which includes fresh quality food, at great prices.

But it isnt just MarketLifes products that set them apart; its their service. Home delivery is offered to customers, which is free to Mount Martha and Mornington residents. Or, a helping hand will take your groceries back to your car,

accompanied by a smile.

And why wouldnt the staff be smiling? Every day they get to look at the rich red tomatoes MarketLife grow themselves, and experience the sweet aroma of strawberries Jason is most proud of.

Jason and Nicks plan is to expand the business across Melbourne, using Mornington as their flagship store. Theres no reason why customers shouldnt be able to taste products before they buy them. Or ask a member of staff the best way to cook or prepare a product.

MarketLife know their products and recommend their customers talk to staff for cooking advice, and with cookbooks and recipes coming soon, you will be spoilt for ideas.

And so MarketLife leads the way into a new era - a grocery revolution.

ALEXIS COLLIER

MarketLife grocersBentons Square Shopping Centre Mornington5976 [email protected]

SyDNEy HOTSHOTS SET TO SIZZLE AT HARBASydneys hottest men are seat to heat up the stage in October with their brand new Funtasia show. Spectacular choreography, great music, acrobatics, comedy and maybe even a little romance thrown in to heat things up!

Perfect for hens nights, birthdays, work parties, or just a great excuse to have a fun night out with the girls, the Sydney Hotshots come to Harba in Mornington on Friday October 5. Tickets are $25, available from the venue on 5975 1183. For more info on the guys, head to www.sydneyhotshots.com

MARKET COMES TO LIFE!


This Summer, relax while your property worksMornington Peninsula Holiday Accommodation (MPHA) manages holiday properties all across the Mornington Peninsula, helping thousands of people every year with their family holidays, sports trips, romantic getaways and business conferences.

Having worked locally in the real estate industry for a number of years, business owner Rod Priest has extensive experience and understanding of the Mornington Peninsula market, sourcing and listing the best holiday accommodation across the Peninsulas suburbs at all levels of the market.

Rod lives on the Peninsula with his wife and two children and has spent many years living, holidaying and enjoying everything the Peninsula has to offer. It is important to understand tourism on the Peninsula. Making guests holidays as memorable as possible, brings return customers effortlessly through word of mouth.

We provide advice on where to stay, but also where to eat and other local attractions, Rod explains. Focussed and service oriented, Rod believes in delivering the highest level of

service to both property owners and holiday makers. He maintains communication and

efficiency are the keys to success.

Owners can rest assured that all properties are managed like they are our own, says Rod.

MPHA looks after properties of all sizes and offers properties on weekend and weekly rates all year round. They provide maximum exposure for all properties using three holiday booking websites.

you may be surprised what rental income can be obtained during the busy Summer period.

Helpful and accommodating, MPHA guide property owners through the process of holiday renting, from listing and photographing, to getting the property ready for rental. They will assist in every way throughout the booking and rental period.

Whether you are a potential landlord thinking about holiday rental, or a guest wanting accommodation, please give Rod a call and he will be more than happy to talk with you to discuss your requirements.

Find MPHA at Level 2, Suite 1/28 Main Street, MorningtonCall 5976 4440 or Rod personally on 0432 124 866Visit www.mpha.com.au for further information.


Centrebet Peninsula Cup DaySunday 4 November 2012Mornington Racing Club

For booking enquiries please call(03) 5975 3310 or visit mrc.net.au

Be swept up by the spring racing atmosphere. With superior track views and exclusive

dining options, there are packages to suit all.

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Paul Mercurio looked quite comfortable at the Mornington Peninsula Brewery, with the industrial stainless steel brewing paraphernalia backdrop, and a glass of the cold gold in his hand.

Although I was looking forward to meeting Paul and garnering some comments about his involvement with the Beers By The Bay festival, his bestselling cookbooks, and his substantial body of work in theatre, film and television, I did not have the one on one I had planned.

There were three other Mornington LIFE staff members, cosied up to the tall table on barstools when I arrived at the appointed hour. Word had travelled fast and I was not at all surprised. If my 91 year old mother had been able to hoist her two replaced hips up on a barstool, she would have been there as well, and it takes a lot to impress her!

Likewise one of my daughters who did not quite shriek, but raised the decibel pitch a few levels when I told her about the interview, Paul Mercurio; I love Paul Mercurio! Ditto the staff members obviously.

So the first question had to be, Does Paul Mercurio know how well regarded and popular he is? Paul said he once looked at a most recognised Aussie poll and his score was higher than he thought it would be, but he doesnt place much weight on public opinion research.

Many people still, inaccurately, believe my introduction to show biz was due to my late father, Gus Mercurio; not true. I was already dancing on a world stage, and then came Baz Luhrmanns Strictly Ballroom which had amazing success; it was just the good luck of being in the right place at the right time, and hard work.

Paul went on to explain that 20 years of classical ballet training did not prepare him for ballroom dancing. It was like learning a whole new genre with Strictly. I found it more difficult than I thought it would be, but we got there in the end.

With Strictly Ballroom being a box office smash, and a number of nominations and awards, one being a top gong at the Cannes Film Industry Awards, Pauls comment seems to be understated.

Although his father, Gus, enjoyed moderate success as a character actor in film and television, I had to ask if there was any envy for Pauls success. It was a bit like passing the baton really. Dad was proud of my achievements and I remember going to the boxing which was a sport he loved and he introduced me to boxers after the match as, This is my son, Paul. Hes a ballet dancer and a much fitter athlete than you. I was always waiting for the right hook, but it never came, luckily!

So how and when did the cooking gene kick in? Mum was an okay cook who made food and meal times a bit of a celebration. From her I learnt to see food as a cultural and personal expression and this is what forms the basis of my love for cooking and the love for cooking my daughters have developed.

Pauls mother raised three children on a pension, which could explain why his is a close-knit family. He has been married for 25 years to Andrea, who was a dancer with the The Australian

Ballet, and is very proud of his three daughters. The kitchen is the heart of Pauls home.

There is something intimate and nurturing about serving up a meal you have prepared yourself, and I love to cook. So it was a natural progression that my television series, Mercurios Menu, let viewers and fellow cooks see a side of me they had never seen before.

The series, aired on Network 7, followed Paul as he travelled to different regions of Australia to highlight the regions local produce and cuisines, and talk to local chefs along the way. Mercurios Menu ran for four seasons from 2008 to 2011 and launched a cook book by the same name.

Pauls Cooking With Beer was released last year and I happened to have a well-thumbed copy with me for him to autograph a present from one of our girls for my husband on Fathers Day.

As he says in the book, if theres liquid in a recipe, it might as well be beer! The book is stunningly presented with great food shots, easy to follow recipes and an imaginative desert section my favourite being Beera Misu. The stout adds a depth to the caramel flavour, says Paul.

By now the bar is just about bursting at the seams and we are often politely interrupted with, Gday Paul (or mate), as the locals arrive at their favourite watering hole, and its time for Paul to head home to cook dinner. Ciao simpatico.

Cooking With Beer, published by Murdoch Books, is a present that would benefit the whole family. Available at Farrells Bookshop, Mornington, and Robinsons Bookshop, Frankston.

For more on the Beers By The Bay Festival, on November 17, go to pages 79 to 81.

Jennifer Webber WAnDerS UP TO MOrninGTOn PeninSULA breWerY TO CHAT WiTH PAUL MerCUriO

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Prickly AnglerfishPortsea Pier has gone through many changes over the years. Originally known as the home of scuba diving in Victoria, things have changed considerably in the last couple of years. With its golden sands and pristine water, Portsea is now best described as a washing machine, with large wave action and sand movement similar to that of a sandstorm. The impact on the marine environment underneath has been considerable with sand covering most of the rock formations and making life very difficult for the creatures that call this place their home.

To best illustrate this point we need to look at one of its smallest inhabitants: the Prickly Anglerfish. Very rarely seen by divers in Victoria, this small creature uses one particular rock formation (10ft x 10ft) as its permanent home underneath Portsea Pier. Before the onset of the channel deepening project, I could usually find one or two of these little guys on most dives but since the dredging I have been unable to locate one. This rock formation is nearly totally covered in sand giving this creature very few places to hide from the constant pounding of the waves. Taking this into account, it is no great surprise that this creature has moved into calmer waters but to where exactly, nobody really knows.

The Prickly Anglerfish has a short, deep body that is covered with tiny bifircate spines. The eyes are surrounded by a ring of close-set dermal spinules. The dorsal fin is comprised of four parts, a short illicium two separate skin-covered spines and a long-based soft-rayed fin that is separate from the caudal fin. Coloration of the species is variable, but may be reddish, brown, pinkish or yellowish. It grows to about 7cm in length.

The species is endemic to Australia, occurring in Tasmania, Victoria and eastern South Australia. It is a benthic species that is found on inshore rocky reefs down to depths of about 20 m. It breeds in early summer with the females attaching upto 150 eggs with fine filaments to a rocky surface. The males of this frogfish species are known to guard the eggs with their body until they hatch. They feed on small decapod crustaceans such as shrimps and small fish

If you would like any further information about diving on the Mornington Peninsula or our latest underwater images logon to www.peninsuladive.com.au - Scott Grimster

AGEING WELL EXPONow in its seventh year, the 2012 Ageing Well Expo is expected to attract more than 1200 attendees.

Held in partnership with the Mornington Peninsula Shire, National Seniors and Frankston City Council, the Peninsula Health event provides visitors with tips on ageing well. Exercise demonstrations, displays from local services and guest speaker Victorian Health Commissioner Beth Wilson will be among the highlighted attractions at this years Ageing Well Expo. The expo is free and offers entertainment, activities, and information to help people lead a healthy and active lifestyle on the Peninsula. Expo Coordinator Karyn Seymour says the popular expo gives older people the chance to explore the many different ways in which they can age positively. Its a fantastic informative event; with more than 50 displays from local health and council services.

Ageing Well Expo Wednesday 10 October, 10am - 2pm at New Peninsula, 370 Craigie Road, Mount Martha. Entry is free and refreshments will be provided. Free transport is also available from various points in Frankston and on the Mornington Peninsula. For more information contact karyn Seymour on 9784 8320 or to book your seat on the bus contact 5971 9174.

Sailability introduces people of all ages and abilities to the joys of sailing in a fun and inexpensive way, and in a supportive social environment. Many of the participants in Sailability just enjoy the freedom and fun of recreational sailing, while the more competitive strive to develop their racing skills.

Participants in Sailability are drawn from the general community, Disability Sport and Recreation Organisations, Special Developmental Schools, Adult Training Centres and other organisations.

People of all abilities are welcomed.

Participants can include people with no disability, the elderly, perhaps with some level of physical impairment, and people with a range of physical and intellectual disabilities.

Sailability has been in operation at the Mornington yacht Club (MyC) since 2004. The MyC program encompasses a mid-week program, as well as a Sunday program. The mid week program focuses on groups from Adult Training Centres, while the Sunday program has more of a family focus, and is open to anyone who wishes to participate. Participants in both programs come from across the Mornington Peninsula, Frankston Municipalities and surrounds.

Full wheel chair access is available, as are

facilities to hoist participants into and out of boats. A disabled toilet and wheel chair accessible change rooms are also available.

Participants can sail solo in a variety of specialised Access Dinghies or be accompanied by a volunteer co-sailor.

The mid-week program operates on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays throughout most of the year, except for school holiday breaks and the months of June through August (which may vary each year depending on the winter weather). Operating hours are from 10:00am. To 2:30pm. By arrangement, the mid week program can also conduct special one-off days for select groups of people. Participation in any mid-week program days is priced on a group by group basis.

The Sunday program operates on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month from late October to the end of April. Operating hours are from 10:00am. to 1:00pm. Participation in the Sunday Program is via a gold coin donation.

Four disabled parking bays are available around the club house. Refer to the location map for details of parking. This map also shows the area from which Sailability operates at the yacht Club.

MYC Sailability Coordinatoris graeme Lyell, for mor information call graeme on 9783 7445.

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You lie strapped to a bed as 800 Milliamps of electrical current pounds through your brain. The depressive numbness is slowly replaced with elation. Miraculously your suicidal brain has reprogrammed. But no one understands why! ECT, or electro convulsive therapy, is still used in intractable depression with predictable, if cloudy, results.

In Royal Hobart hospital, a new electromagnetic therapy, rTMS, uses pulsating magnets, up to 1.5 Tesla in strength, to achieve similar results in battling intractable depression. This spectacular new therapy changes the brains mood and drive. How can electromagnetism do this? Can a changing electromagnetic environment affect your everyday life?

The brains electrical nature was first measured in the 1924 by the Swiss eccentric Hans Berger with his invention of the EEG machine. your brain produces microvolt discharges of incredible complexity. The whole body is a vast electromagnetic synchronized labyrinth. Even our neuro-hormones rely on ionic connection, or electrical polarity, to function. But this steady purr can go haywire!

As we are electrical beings we must hum to the oscillating electromagnetic forces of

the Telluric currents within our earth and the magnetosphere between us, the Sun and other cosmic influences. The medical MRI demonstrates that magnetic fields can polarise every atom within the body and cause them to release energy. What other effects could a powerful magnetic field have on our very behaviour?

The brain can be sent haywire by ionic imbalance bought by seasonal weather change!

Author of The Ion Effect, Fred Soyka, recognised the effect electrically charged atmospheric positive and negative ions had on mental states. Certain areas of the world at certain times of the year caused dramatic behavioural and psychological change.

The Middle Eastern wind known as the Sharav literally sent many people bananas. Magistrates even allowed for its ability to bring on symptoms from aggression to depression. The Sharav is literally a hotbed of excess positive ions electrically affecting peoples lives. Melbournes irritable hot northerlies echo this. But this is a relatively mild departure from normality. Our Sun literally is a major determinate of our weather.

Danish physicist, Henrik Svensmark, believes cosmic rays (positive ions) are the

major driver. From coronal mass ejections (CME) to solar flares the Sun cascades our planet with chaotic electromagnetic stimulus. It is postulated these excessive dramatic electromagnetic discharges directly affect our demeanour, attitude, behaviour and sanity. The collective brain of the human race becomes overstimulated. Could it then degenerate into erratic and aggressive behaviour? Can electrical chaos send us to war?

An episode in our Aboriginal mythology supports this bizarre theory. Mungans Fire(widely held to represent an Aurora Australis gone crazy) is blamed by the tribal elders for terror and war. They despairingly lament, Mungans fire filled the whole space between the earth and the sky. Men went mad with fear, and speared each other, fathers killing their children, husbands their wives. Could wild electromagnetic activity hold the key to the madness that is war and revolution?

French archaeologist, Claude Schaeffer who studied the demise of civilizations, is famously quoted: Those great crises will explain better than before, the historical development of the most ancient civilizations and its mechanism, and they will definitely take out of the hands of man the command of the great historical happenings we thought he possessed!

WAR, BRAINS AND THuNDERBOLTSBy Peter Mungo Jupp www.ancientdestructions

AuSTRALIAN OF THE yEAR NOMINATIONS OPENCoinciding with nominations for young Citizen of the year and Citizen of the year, you can now nominate someone you know who makes a valuable contribution to the community in the Mornington Peninsula Shire 2013 Australia Day Local Awards.

The Australia Day Awards include young Citizen of the year (27 or younger) and Citizen of the year (over 27), as well as the Community Event of the year category for events held before October 31, 2012.

Grab your nomination form from the shire website at www.mornpen.vic.gov.au or contact Christine Aslanidis via email on [email protected] or phone 5950 1137. Nominations close October 31.

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Two of Australias most talented musicians replicating the phenomenon that is Elton John and Billy Joel together on one stage. Elton Jack (Lance Strauss) & BigShot (Jimmy Mann) are undoubtedly this countrys finest

exponents of Elton John and Billy Joel as they replicate the sound that is synonymous with both artists. Musi-cally the show has no peer as Lance Strauss and Jimmy Mann are backed by an accomplished band dedicated

to providing the Elton John and Billy Joel sound including a sax/flute player.

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In their only Melbourne show, this international hit arrives for one exclusive evening at the Frankston Arts Centre this Melbourne Cup Eve! Tour De Force is the pairing of two of Australias most talented musicians to replicate the phenomenon that is Elton John and Billy Joel together on the one stage. The original Tour De Force began in 1994 and still continues on to this day with no sign of its popularity waning as Sir Elton John and Billy Joel continue to tour the world together, and in their own separate shows.

Elton Jack (Lance Strauss) & BigShot (Jimmy Mann) are undoubtedly this countrys finest exponents of Elton John and Billy Joel as they replicate the sound that is synonymous with both artists. Musically the show has no peer as Lance Strauss and Jimmy Mann are backed by an accomplished band dedicated to providing the Elton John and Billy Joel sound including a sax/flute player.

The show starts with both artists on stage in intimate mode playing the classics your Song & Just The Way you Are before the band joins them and they launch into hits like My Life, Movin Out, Im Still Standing, Dont Let the Sun go down on Me, & all the major hits!

The show finishes how it began with just the two artists and two pianos playing Candle In The Wind & Piano Man. The dynamics of the show rise and fall between the power rock songs and beautiful ballads that are recognised the world over. It truly is a captivating concert experience.

Book early, as this is one show not to be missed! The Frankston Arts Centre comes alive! Melbourne Cup Eve, Monday 5th November at 8pm. Tickets are available from the Box Office on 9784 1060 or online at www.fac.com.au

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Do you believe in reincarnation? Unless you do, this is the only life we get. So why do so many people waste their lives bound in sickly stagnation? An old quote runs, the vast majority of mankind live lives of quiet desperation. Are you working in a job that deadens your spirit? Are you living in a loveless relationship that stifles and deflates your soul? We all have the power within us to lead magnificent lives. This is why MUNgOFLIX was created. Films that make you think!

What is Mungoflix? Its an internet TV station that can be viewed on your iPhone, iPad, Android, computer or smart television. But thats the technical part.

So why is Mungoflix special? We concentrate on making, films that make you think. Our aim is to move, touch and inspire you to be bold and start living the only life you get. Actions not words!

We have created three exciting categories that stimulate you to demand more from your life. Our aim is to motivate you. The initial inspirational areas we have chosen are, Ancient Archaeological Destructions, Inside art and Musical Wizardry . Do these areas interest you?

Mungoflix, by example, digs deep down into the core of how to be outstanding, happy and above all powerfully content in our lives. Our films show you how to motivate yourself and how to bring passion back into your life.

Simply Google MuNGOFLIX and get started! The annual

introductory subscription of $10 a year keeps us filming and throws you into nearly 40 films that make you think.

Now, in order to stimulate this search for boldness within, Mungoflix we got together with Lisa Walton from Mornington Life and Sharyn Wemyss-Smith from Manyung Galleries. We decided to give out an annual award for what was seen as people, who in an independent and bold way, have risen above mediocrity.

This annual award is called the MuMOMA Medal. It represents boldness be my friend. We called on well-known Sydney music personality, Bernie Segedin, to present it to our first recipients; Guinot of Paris also provided stunning gift packs for all the ladies.

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PICTuRED:Robyn Withers, Sally Hunt and Monica Horsburgh. The three super mums, without hesitation, paddled out a vast distance into the bay to rescue an elderly man in dire straits who had fallen from his kayak. It took nearly an hour to bring the man back to the beach. We commend them for their boldness.

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With spring fast approaching its time to renew, reassess and redefine yourself for the new season. Its often with a heartfelt sigh that I face a wardrobe filled with black, grey and brown at the end of a long winter season and feel that I need to search for something new.

Sometimes, its great to consider visiting a new place to shop, rather than just hitting the same big shopping complexes or the computer. Many people often feel they cant visit a shopping strip (unless its Chapel Street or Melbourne city), because they wont get the variety and depth of offer. But this is often not the case, and certainly not the case with Sorrento.

If youve never been to Sorrento, or havent been for a while, then its time to re-discover. youll be amazed at the breadth of choice in fashion, accessories, beauty and wellness (not to mention all the fabulous eateries, galleries and unique home wares stores).

When it comes to fashion, Sorrento offers

more than just a group of retailers. Sure, it has a number of high calibre fashionable chain stores such as Mimco, Witchery, Brown Sugar, Seed, Cinori, Blue Illusions, Sportsgirl & Gazman, so theres no need to only consider city shopping centres in your search for something youve seen in a catalogue or on-line. But, there are also almost 15 fashion, surfwear and accessories stores that are either unique to the village or unique to the Mornington Peninsula.

If you want an opportunity to speak to the person who actually does the buying, who can offer advice on latest trends, who can customise an outfit to meet your needs and who can offer you something different to wear, then Sorrento is the place to go. Shopping should be an enjoyable experience, where you are treated like an individual, not just an email address or another sale.

SPECIAL OFFER STyLING WORKSHOPS & PERSONAL SHOPSGet ready for the new season and learn how to look your best at Sorrentos Style workshops by image and style consultant Julie Hyne. Julie has over 25 years industry experience and says Its not about age, or how much money you have to spend on your look, its knowing that everything you have

placed on your body is working in perfect harmony with your shape, colouring and personality.

STyLE WORKSHOPSMonday, 15th October 11am-12.30pm or Friday, 26th October 1pm-2.30pmHotel Sorrento, 5 Hotham St, Sorrento$20 per person*Bookings: www.trybooking.com/BVuC

GROuP STyLING & PERSONAL SHOPFriday, 26th October:10am-12pm and 3-5pmMeet at the Sisters Cafe, 149 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento$60 per person,* maximum 4 people per session, includes coffee & cakeBookings: www.trybooking.com/BVVH

Julie available in selected stores on Monday15th October from 1.30-5pm* Includes $20 voucher redeemable against purchase at participating Sorrento stores. Conditions apply

Sorrento is Style, and it is a lifestyle, so when youre looking for that perfect Spring Racing outfit or to refresh your winter wardrobe with something unique, take the 40 minute drive from around the Peninsula and make it a day or weekend to remember.

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SORRENTO ARTS HERITAgE WEEkEND5-7th October, 2012

Sorrento is celebrating all things art with some fresh and innovative exhibitions, installations and creations on the weekend of 5-7th October.The River of 1000 Bowls presented by Studio 13 will see 1000 handmade ceramic bowls installed on Sorrento back beach from dawn to dusk on Saturday, creating a River to the Sea. Bowls for sale at $20 each with all proceeds going to Peninsula Headspace.

The weekend will also see:

Art show by 20 local artists (some internationally recognised) from Studio Sorrento at the Seniors Hall (Launch Friday 5th 7pm, Exhibition Saturday & Sunday 10am-4.30pm)

Feature exhibitions by Miertje Skidmore at Manyung Gallery and Sarah Gabriels works on paper at Antipodes Book shop and Gallery

Meet the Makers in historic Oriental Arcade where old Sorrento is displayed with bespoke craftspeople at work. Custom made jewellery, clothing, and more with customised service.

Guided historic precinct walks by Nepean Historical Society on Saturday 6th at 2pm and Sunday 7th at 11am

A unique and innovative Mannequins upcycled project. Local Sorrento and St Josephs Primary school children worked with artist Jane Byrne to design and create clothing inspired by historical outfits in Sorrento Museum and created from recycled materials. Mannequins on display all weekend.

Launch of new Shutterbug Photographic Competition for school aged children themed around Beach and Bay by the Rotary Club of Sorrento

Sorrento Portsea Artists Trail and Sorrento Gallery Trail

More details www.sorrento.org.au or Natalie garner 0424 000 391.

SCARECROWSThe Hinterland Scarecrow Festival is a community celebration incorporating highly original scarecrow sculptures in & around Red Hill.

On display from September 22 - October 26, tour the region enjoying scarecrow specials from local merchants, the Scarecrow Market at Red Hill on October 6 and other assorted activities.

For more info: www.scarecrowfestival.org.au. Maps available now.

Style WorkShopS With Julie hyne15th & 26th October

Style Workshop - $20pp personal Style & Shop - $60pp

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/BVuC or BVVh

Enquiries: natalie Garner - 0424 000 391

>Get ready for the new season & learn how to look your best at Sorrentos Style workshops by image & style consultant Julie hyne. Julie has over 25 years industry experience & says its not about age, or how much money you have to spend on your look, its knowing that everything you have placed on your body is working in perfect harmony with your shape, colouring & personality.

SORRENTO ARTS HERITAGE WEEKEND57th October, 2012A celebration of all things art with some fresh and innovative exhibitions, installations and creations in and around Sorrento.

river of 1000 handmade ceramic bowls installed by Studio 13 on Sorrento back beach from dawn to dusk on Saturday. Bowls $20 each with all proceeds going to peninsula headspace.

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