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THE annual South Side Festival kicks off in Frankston this Friday, 8 May. Among the events scheduled is the ‘Wearable Canvas’ exhibition presented by the Australian

Gambling reform ‘significant’ - MP

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DUNKLEY MP Jodie Belyea says that the federal government’s proposed gambling reform will honour the legacy of her predecessor Peta Murphy. In June 2023 an anti-gambling inquiry chaired by Dunkley MP Peta Murphy released its final report, making 31 recommendations on gambling reform. Proposed changes included a ban on online gambling advertising, stronger consumer protections for licensed online gambling, a crackdown on illegal gambling websites, and a legislated duty of

care. Murphy died roughly six months after the report was released.

After years of delays, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveiled the federal government’s plans for gambling reform this April. His proposed legislation fell short of acting on all of the inquiry’s recommendations, and has drawn criticism from anti-gambling advocates (“Gambling reforms unveiled” The Times, 7/4/2026).

Jodie Belyea, who was elected to succeed Murphy in 2024, said that the legislative changes are “the most significant federal gambling reforms of any Australian government.”

“When I was preselected as the candidate for the federal seat of Dunkley in 2024, I knew I was stepping into big shoes - Peta Murphy’s shoes. Peta was fearless in her work on gambling reform and many other social issues. She brought into sharp national focus what families, advocates and communities already understood: gambling harm is widespread, deeply damaging and, importantly, preventable,” Belyea said.

Belyea defended the length of time between the report’s release and the proposed legislative change, saying “I’ve learned that in government, change doesn’t come from shouting the loud-

est all the time. It comes from doing the work, listening, building support and staying at the table long enough to get it done. Those principles have shaped my approach to gambling reform.”

“I haven’t been the loudest voice. At times, I have been criticised for not moving faster. But effective advocacy inside government is about being tenacious without being reckless; principled without being performative. It is about staying focused on outcomes,” Belyea said.

When unveiling the reform, Albanese said “the federal government plans on restricting gambling advertising on

broadcast television to no more than three ads each hour between 6am and 8.30pm, with a complete ban during live sport broadcasts within those hours; banning gambling ads on the radio during school drop off and pick up times; banning gambling ads through online platforms, unless people have a logged in account, are over 18 and have the option to opt-out of gambling advertising; banning the use of celebrities and sports players in gambling ads, along with odds-style ads targeting sports fans; and banning gambling ads in sports venues and on players’ and officials’ uniforms.”

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Wearable Art Festival (pictured left). See story page 6. Picture: Supplied

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Six parks set for upgrade

FRANKSTON Council will deliver upgrades to six parks across the municipality through a $1.83 million co-funded program with the Victorian Government.

Council is contributing $915,000, with matching funding secured through the state government’s Pick My Park program.

The first project begins in May at George Pentland Botanic Gardens, where the Accessible Path Connections Project will complete an accessible path network through the gardens and connect to the adjacent Peninsula University Hospital precinct.

Other parks scheduled for upgrades include Montague Reserve (December 2026), Kashmir Reserve

(February 2027), Lipton Reserve (August 2027), Roberts Reserve (February 2028) and Franciscan Reserve (April 2028).

Frankston Mayor Sue Baker said the upgrades reflected what the community had told council was important. “Our parks and reserves are where life happens. They’re part of how people move through the city and connect with each other,” Baker said.

“Whether it’s walking to an appointment, pushing a pram, meeting friends outdoors or taking a quiet moment in nature, access really matters. That’s why council is investing in better connections and amenity in reserves. We are already seeing that this is making a real difference to

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how people experience our city.”

Frankston MP Paul Edbrooke said Pick My Park allowed community members to vote on shortlisted park upgrades put forward by their council.

“I understand that council has submitted additional projects under round two of the program, and I am hopeful that the Frankston community will have further opportunities to participate in the voting process in mid-2026,” Edbrooke said.

“In the meantime, families can take advantage of the many local reserves and play spaces across the municipality, creating welcoming environments where children can play, discover, and enjoy the outdoors year-round.”

Western Port Writes: Dinner with Lisa Millar

THE Western Port Writes Literary Festival is returning in 2026, and to kick off our festival year, we’re thrilled to welcome celebrated TV presenter and journalist Lisa Millar for a very special dinner event on Saturday 30 May at the Somers Yacht Club.

Lisa will be in conversation with awardwinning journalist Belinda Hawkins, chatting about her illustrious career, her love for dogs and the bush, and the lessons she's learnt on the road.

Lisa Millar is the face of the ABC’s muchloved TV series Muster Dogs and Back Roads She started at the ABC as a young reporter in Townsville in 1992 after a short career in newspapers. Since then, she’s worked across Australia and around the globe covering some of the biggest news stories the world has witnessed. She was the ABC’s Bureau Chief in both North America and London, and kept us company over breakfast for many years.

DINNER WITH LISA MILLAR

Saturday 30 May: 6.30-9.30pm

Somers Yacht Club: 99 Alexandra Ave Somers Two-course meal (shared platters) & complimentary bubbles on arrival

$110

Bookings now open.

To find out more: Visit: www.westernportwrites.com.au Contact: hello@westernportwrites.com.au

Her memoir, Daring to Fly, shares the rollercoaster ride of her life as a foreign correspondent. She’s also the author of Muster Dogs – from Pups to Pros which tells the story of how this charming show began.

Belinda Hawkins was a reporter with ABC TV and SBS for almost 40 years. As a foreign correspondent she travelled to Cuba, Far East Siberia, Nigeria, Eritrea and Germany. Belinda also worked on the ABC’s Australian Story, for over 20 years.

Her book, Every Parent’s Nightmare, tells the story of a family saga and murder trial, set in Bulgaria, that was the subject of a two-part Australian Story called ‘Conviction’ Don’t miss this opportunity to hear two talented journalists chatting about life as storytellers.

Join us for a night of delicious food, fascinating stories, and a doggie tale or two. Woof!

Art by Tilly Fay

GEORGE Pentland Botanic Gardens upgrades will begin in May. Picture: Supplied

MP pushes for ‘continued reform’

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Belyea said that “on the day these reforms were announced, Peta’s husband Rod Glover said Peta would have been proud of the progress made.” In a statement issued after the reform was unveiled, Glover said “the outcome achieved today is not perfect, but policy rarely is. This package represents a significant step forward on an issue the community cares deeply about.”

Belyea said the reforms “are about balance. Adults can still make their own choices. But Australian children should not be bombarded with gambling advertising everywhere they turn, on screens, at the footy, or on the way to school. This is about creating a new generation that doesn’t conflate sport with gambling and the odds.

“Having participated in royal commissions into domestic and family violence and mental health, I know how long reform takes. Through my current work on parliamentary inquiries, from the National Redress Scheme through to Thriving Kids and to the health impacts of alcohol and drugs, I’ve seen firsthand that lasting reform takes time. But it’s always worth it.”

With the proposed reforms set to be implemented from 1 January 2027, Belyea says she will continue to advocate for stronger measures.

“I remain a strong advocate for continued reform: stronger regulation and enforcement, crackdowns on illegal offshore operators, greater national consistency around match-fixing laws, expanded access to financial counselling, and continual improvement of BetStop based on what works,” she said. “I am deeply committed to this work and the reform journey until fewer families are harmed and more people are supported to rebuild their lives. That’s my commitment to the people of Dunkley and to Peta’s legacy.”

DUNKLEY MP Jodie Belyea with her predecessor, the late Peta Murphy, in 2022. Picture: Supplied

Cash awarded for cricket nets

SPORTS facilities in Carrum Downs and Carrum will receive upgrades after being awarded state government grants.

The cricket nets at Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve are set to be redeveloped with a $50,000 grant from the state government’s “Local Sports Infrastructure Fund”. The cricket facilities at Roy Dore Reserve in Carrum will also be re -

developed, with $200,000 allocated to works.

Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny said “these upgrades at Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve and Roy Dore Reserve will give local clubs the safe, modern facilities they need to grow and thrive.”

“It’s fantastic to see investment in projects that support participation across cricket, netball and other

ROY Dore Reserve during its 2023 redevelopment Picture: Supplied

community sports - especially for young people and women and girls in our community,” she said.

A new pavilion was opened at Roy Dore Reserve in 2023. The project, which also included upgrades to the sporting facilities, cost Kingston Council $8 million and the state government $3.5 million.

For more information on the grants visit sport.vic.gov.au.

Seniors drowning danger warning

OLDER adults will be warned of the dangers of drowning at the Frankston Seniors Expo this Friday.

Life Saving Victoria is targeting Frankston for drowning education.

Between 2015/2016 and 2024/2025, the Frankston area ranked eighth for statewide drowning deaths, with the Mornington Peninsula ranked first. In the Kingston municipality people aged over 65 were identified as the highest drowning risk (“Report highlights need for drowning education” The Times 17/2/26).

LSV estimated that 131 people aged 65 years and over have drowned in Victoria in the last decade, which accounts for 27 per cent of drowning fatalities.

Life Saving Victoria head of research, evaluation and insights Dr Bernadette Matthews said “the new campaign is important to help support multicultural

older adults to safely enjoy Victoria’s beaches, pools and waterways.”

“Older Victorians from multicultural backgrounds face a range of challenges around water safety and extreme heat. These include language barriers, access to safe aquatic environments and health conditions impacted by extreme heat,” Dr Matthews said. “Multilingual campaign materials will be distributed through a range of organisations including those that support multicultural Victorians and seniors.”

In a statement LSV said that their anti-drowning campaign “implores older people and their support networks to follow a range of simple steps to stay cool and water safe.” LSV urges swimmers to know your limits, be prepared, plan ahead, remember your options, stay calm in the water, and stay hydrated.

Police patrol with Brodie Cowburn

Teen arrested after car crash

A FRANKSTON teenager has been charged after an allegedly stolen Audi was crashed in Bentleigh.

Police say that the Audi A2 was spotted driving erratically on the Nepean Highway shortly before 6pm on 26 April. After crashing into a sign, four teenagers allegedly fled from the car.

A 16-year-old boy from the Frankston area was soon arrested. Later, police arrested an 18-year-old Cranbourne man, a 16-year-old boy from the Greater Dandenong area, and a

16-year-old from the Cardinia area.

The 16-year-olds were each charged with theft of motor vehicle and bailed to appear at a children’s court at a later date. The 18-yearold was charged with theft of motor vehicle and bailed to appear at Moorabbin Magistrates’ Court on 4 August.

Police have asked anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or anonymously at www.crimestoppersvic.com. au

South Side Festival brings colour to Frankston

FRANKSTON will once again host the South Side Festival, bringing 10 days of arts, culture and sustainability events to the area.

Running from 8 to 17 May, the festival will include free and ticketed events, with performances, comedy shows, installations and visual arts displays.

Frankston City Council Mayor Sue Baker said the festival offered something for everyone.

“South Side Festival is a wonderful opportunity to try something for the first time, learn something new or discover a field of interest that you may not have previously encountered,” Baker said.

“Events like South Side Festival strengthen our reputation as a vibrant creative arts destination, highlighted by our open-air street art gallery, sculpture portfolio and our incredible Frankston Arts Centre.”

The free Neon Fields installation by Volter International returns to Beauty Park for a third year, lighting up the night sky from 5pm on Friday 8 May to Sunday 10 May. New additions include the Stargate monolith and two new collections – The Unicorn Playground and Australian Animals –alongside food trucks and the Soundlounge bar zone.

Volter International Creative Director Carla O’Brien said this year’s installation would feature the company’s largest number of neons to date.

“There’s something for everyone from a trip to the Moon with our Cosmic Collection to finding the secret Unicorn Playground and even a visit

to a Neon Circus,” O’Brien said.

“There is so much to see you might even come down twice!”

Sustainability is also a focus this year, with The Great South Side Women’s Clothing Exchange and a slow fashion talk by stylist Jenna Flood.

The ‘A Wearable Canvas’ exhibition, presented by the Australian Wearable Art Festival, will travel from the Sunshine Coast with pieces from previous runway shows.

The free South Side Sea Soak will see cold water swimmers gather at Frankston Foreshore for a group dip in the bay, followed by a barbecue breakfast run by the Frankston Life Saving Club.

Creeklines: Stories of Sweetwater Creek is a free self-guided walk through the Sweetwater Creek Nature Reserve, with an accompanying audio and reading experience covering local stories of childhood, conservation and connection to the creek.

Singles looking for a romantic flame, and audiences after a good laugh, can head to Cube 37 at the Frankston Arts Centre for Human Love Quest, a live action comedy show inspired by reality television dating. The show started at Melbourne’s Brunswick Ballroom and replaces online dating with in-person interactions between contestants.

The festival will also be the final opportunity to visit the Street Art Studio at Bayside Shopping Centre, where artworks from this year’s Street Art Festival are up for silent auction. The studio closes on Saturday 16 May.

The full program and tickets are available at southsidefestival.com.au

THE new Stargate monolith will feature as part of Neon Fields in Beauty Park. Picture: Supplied

Frantic search ends in tragic find after man overboard

Cameron McCullough cameron@baysidenews.com.au

POLICE and various other rescue services undertook a frantic search on Friday (1 May) after a ship reported a crew member missing, feared overboard.

The commercial Liberia flagged oil tanker vessel left Port Melbourne around 5pm on Thursday, 30 April. The crew requested assistance

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when they discovered a member was missing as they were approaching the heads.

Police were notified about 8.30pm on Thursday night. State Police Search & Rescue Coordination Centre were deployed and conducted a search of the South Port Phillip Bay area.

The missing crewman aged in his 30s was not located, and the vessel returned to Port Melbourne.

By early Friday, a full-scale search utilising Police Airwing, Australian Maritime Safety Authority’s Melbourne-based Challenger rescue aircraft, HEMS Air Ambulance and water vessels including Volunteer Marine Rescue and Coast Guard was underway.

Numerous helicopters scoured Port Phillip Bay up and down the waterway inside the heads from waters parallel with Seaford, right down to

Our mothers and children deserve safety

MOTHERS have a biologically encoded protective drive.

We nurture our babies, at all stages of life, and sacrificially doing what we can to ensure they don’t fall into harm’s way.

Today too many Victorian mothers are no longer secure in their family’s safety.

In the South East, I constantly receive reports of serious assaults on our streets, theft from our retail stores, and carjackings of our cars.

In Victoria, a crime is committed every 50 seconds. There’s a theft from a retail store every 13 minutes, a serious assault every 28 minutes, and 9 carjackings a week.

Frankston also has some of the highest family violence rates in metropolitan Victoria and many women and children are displaced due to crime and violence.

To add to our insecurities, more than 40 police stations remain closed or operate on reduced hours, and over 1,500 police vacancies remain unfilled. With a growing population and increasing crime, we need decisive action.

That’s why Jess Wilson’s commitments to reopen police stations and recruit 3,000 additional police officers are so crucial.

Our plan will also attract more experienced officers from Australia and comparable overseas jurisdictions – including the United Kingdom, Ireland, and New Zealand –supported by encouraging relocation allowances of $5,000.

Increasing the physical presence of police officers will help prevent crimes before they happen and will enable swift action when they

do occur.

As a mother of four, and your local Upper House Liberal Member, I believe that you shouldn’t have to live in fear when the system falls short. You deserve to live and raise your children in communities that are safe, secure, and supported.

areas off the coast from Rosebud to Portsea.

A Maritime Safety Authority fixed wing rescue aircraft also scouted areas outside the heads, but then moved its efforts to back inside the heads by early afternoon.

The Times believes that the Australian Defence Forces were undergoing training exercises in Port Phillip Bay at the time, but a Defence spokesperson said no request

was made for them to assist in the search.

Around 2.30pm on Friday, a deceased man was located in the waters off Frankston.

The male is yet to be formally identified but is believed to be the missing crewman.

The death will be investigated by Water Police but is not being treated as suspicious at this stage.

Because when mothers feel confident, families are stronger. And when families are stronger, Victoria is stronger and a better place to live.

Ann-Marie Hermans MP

Liberal State Member for South Eastern Metropolitan Region

Shadow Assistant Minister for Community Safety

THE Australian Maritime Safety Authority’s Melbourne-based Challenger rescue aircraft, pictured above, was one of many aircraft involved in Friday’s search. Pictures: Garry Sissons and Flightradar24

COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR

MAY

Annual Fete

Sat 9 May, 9am-1pm

Homemade goods. sausage sizzle, books, cakes, jams, sauces, plants, market stall & Devonshire teas. High St Uniting Church 16–18 High St, Frankston. Book a market stall contact Marg: info@margscarlett.com

Bingo at The Bowl

Bingo every Tuesday night at the Frankston Bowling Club, 8 Yuille Street Frankston. Eyes down at 7pm. Great cash prizes to be won! New players welcome. For more info contact Ph: 9783 2877 or Email: info@cofbc.com

Kananook Creek Association

Invites your assistance by volunteering 2 hrs per month to maintain and enhance our waterway and adjoining reserves. Enquiries please email kananookcreek@gmail.com

McClelland Guild of Artists provides art classes for juniors and teens, Wednesday afternoons and Saturday mornings. Enrolments now open for Term 2. Limited places available. For further information: info@mcclellandartists.org.au or 0430 761 898. MGoA Studio - 390 McClelland Drive Langwarrin.

Northern Peninsula Classic Car Club

Monthly Coffee and Club runs for Classic Car enthusiasts. Meets every two months at City of Frankston Bowls Club. For more information: 0413 510 044. Our Motto: Great People, Great Cars. Find us on Facebook.

Bunarong Bushwalking Club

Come and explore the great outdoors with a local walking group. Bunarong Bushwalking Club members enjoy walks on Sundays and Wednesdays. For more information please contact us on: 0400 329 710, our Facebook page, or www.bunarongbushwalkingclub.com.au

Beach Patrols

Consist of passionate like minded volunteers in an area who come together regularly to keep our beaches clean. Register in your area at beachpatrol.com.au or call 0452 378 209

Mornington Peninsula Family History Society’s resource library is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at the Frankston South Community Centre, Towerhill Rd. Volunteers on duty to help you with your research or get you started. www.mpfhs.org or call 9783 -7058.

Weighless Social Club

Come join our friendly self-help Non-Profit Club of like-minded people to improve your wellbeing & to take control of your weight with healthy choices. Zandra Daniels: 0409 024 539

Social mixed doubles night tennis. No commitment.

Tuesday - Beginner to Intermediate. Wednesday - Intermediate plus. Non-members - $12.00. Members $7.00. Cnr Overport & Somerset Rds, Frankston South. More information - Lynda 0418 365 014

Seaford Walking Group

Meet weekly each Thursday at 9.30 am for a 9.40am start. Meet at the picnic tables outside Seaford Library. Walk locally 3 to 4kms approx 1 hour, to Seaford foreshore, beach, Kananook creek and Seaford wetlands.

East Frankston Over 55s Club

Located at 200 Beach St Frankston. Many activities on offer. Open Mondays from 12pm3pm, Wednesday from 9.30am - 3pm, Fridays 10am - 12pm. Call Lauraine: 0403 729 906 or Michael: 0411 373 580

Frankston & District Stamp Club. Not sure what to do with your stamp collection? Come along to our friendly monthly meetings - every third Thursday in Carrum Downs. Maybe join the club? For information, phone Mike: 03 8774 1013

Ladies Social Tennis- Walk Up Wednesdays from 1pm. Non-members & all standards welcome. No cost & no commitment. Come along for a set or more. Overport Park Tennis Club, cnr Overport & Somerset Rds, Frankston South. More info Lynda 0418 365 014

Fit over 60 runs 9.30am each Mon & Wed at the Scout Hall in Bentley Place, Frankston. $10 per class. Classes are designed by a qualified instructor to improve your fitness and increase your strength. Enquiries to 0403 021 868.

Frankston Taiko (Japanese) Drumming Frankston’s sister city organisation has formed a community Taiko Drumming group and welcomes new members. Experience the fun, enjoyment and energy that is Japanese taiko drumming. For details contact Bev: 0413 777 313 or frankston.susono@gmail.com

Cake Decorators Association Of Victoria - Frankston Branch. Learn more about cake decorating! Join us at one of our workshops or demonstration days. We meet every second month on the first Saturday of that month. Further details: www.facebook.com/ FrankstonCDAV email: frankstoncdav@gmail.com

Peninsula Men’s Circle is a confidential, non-judgmental space to share experiences and make connections. You’re encouraged to be supportive, open and compassionate. We explore relationships, responsibilities and challenges that we as men face. Wednesdays 6.45-9:30pm.

Chris: 0400 614 065

Frankston Friendship Club

Enjoy a cuppa and make new friends! Monthly meetings and monthly bus outings, (at your own cost.) Meet at the Xavier Centre, Davey Street Frankston on the first Wednesday in the month. Contact Suzy: 0419 367 778.

Frankston Stroke Support Group

Our group is open to new members for support and socialisation. Meets the first Wednesday of the month from 1pm-3pm at the Frankston North Community Centre. For more information contact Janelle on 9789 6427 or janellethompson@bigpond.com

Free Digital Literacy Classes at Frankston Library. Frankston City Libraries is committed to building online safety. Learn new skills or dive into interesting topics, with our free, in-person sessions. May’s sessions include Facebook, scams, and smart home technology. https://library. frankston.vic.gov.au/Community-Connection/ Be-Connected

Kananook Tennis Club have vacancies.Come along and enjoy social tennis! All standards! Everyone welcome! Racquets are available. Times of play: Thursday 9-30am-noon. Saturday 12-30pm-5.00pm. Please call: 0450 290 064. Check out our website!

Carrum Downs Senior Citizens Club Meet every Tuesday at Lyrebird Community Centre, Lyrebird Dr, Carrum Downs. Contact: Annette 0428 992 928

Mornington Peninsula Welsh Ladies Choir Planning a Singing Tour of Wales this year. Rehearsal every Sunday evening at 7pm at Yamala Park Bowls Club Dunstan St Frankston South. For more details contact Trudi on 0406 678 261 or email info@mpwlc.com

Southern Sounds Chorus

Calling all women singers. Make beautiful music and great friends by joining us on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. at Somerville Community House Hall, at 2/21 Worwong Avenue, Somerville. Call Maree, 0411 844 572 (membership) or Judy 0412 063 003 (bookings)

McClelland Spinners and Weavers

Weekly sessions of spinning, handweaving and knitting at our studio at McClelland Gallery. Everything you need to get started. Find us on Facebook or email us at: mcclellandspinnersandweavers@gmail.com for more information about session times and fees.

Seaford Probus Club

Monthly meetings held on the 2nd Thursday of the month at the Eric Bell Reserve Pavillion, Forest Drive, Frankston North. New members welcome.

Contact: Carolyn McLennan: 0450 158 149

Seaford Senior Citizens Club, Inc

Please join us for fun & friendship. We’re open Monday-Friday with various activities which include: RummyKing, Indoor bowls, Bingo, Cards (500 & Canasta) plus more. Please ring our office 03 9785 1621 for more information.

Table Tennis for Everyone!

We cater for all groups, including Juniors, Social, Competition, All Abilities and more! Check out our website or give us a call for more information. MFTTA.ORG.AU ph:0498 003 788

Frankston Food Swap

2nd Saturday of the month at 1pm.

Swap your excess vegies, homemade foods or seedlings. Kareela Café, 53 Kareela Rd, Frankston Frankston Beach Revegetation Volunteers Wanted. The Frankston Beach Association holds working bees on Frankston’s foreshore every 2nd Tuesday morning. Enjoy the outdoors for a few hours each fortnight. Call Johan on 0418 374 981

Try Croquet

Est in 1947, The Frankston Croquet Club prides itself on social recreation, healthy activity and friendly competitions. Open Tues, Thurs & Sat. from 9am to 3pm. Equipment supplied, flat soled shoes required. Enquires to Fay: 0407 342 562

Dog Lovers Walking Group

Tuesdays at 8:30 am & 9:30 am, also Thursdays at 9:30 am. Join us for friendship, fun and exercise for dogs and owners. At Baxter Park (Near Tennis Courts). Contact Suzanne on 9789 8475

The Guide

TOP PICKS OF THE WEEK

SATURDAY

FRIDAY GOING PLACES WITH ERNIE DINGO

SBS, 7.30pm

Not content with showcasing the nation’s most incredible locations, wildlife and experiences, this uniquely Australian travel series also spotlights some of the country’s most fascinating folk. This week’s instalment follows Brooke Blurton (pictured left) on an early morning run with marathon runner and proud Western Arrente man Charlie Maher, whose incredible accomplishments and perseverance will inspire even the most reluctant of athletes. Meanwhile, Ernie Dingo visits Alice Springs Desert Park.

OOOPS! I BOUGHT A PUB

SEVEN, 8pm

An actor and a teetotal ﬁlmmaker walk into a pub… No, it’s not the set-up for a corny joke, but the premise of this charming country adventure that sees Shane Jacobson and his mate Dean Murphy (pictured near right with Jacobson) buy a tired old pub sight unseen and restore it to its former glory as the heart of the community. Their project is located in the tiny Victorian town of Dederang, about halfway between Melbourne and Canberra, where they assemble a colourful team of locals, tradies and experts to pull off the massive renovation.

Thursday, May 7

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

MONDAY 9-1-1

SEVEN, 8.40pm

It’s grim, but rather standard practice these days for an episode of a crime procedural to kick off with a dead body. However, this unusual instalment of 9-1-1 at the police precinct on a bike and ask for Athena (Angela Bassett), intent on reporting his own murder. The confusing situation begins to make sense when he starts coughing and falls to the ground, apparently poisoned. While Athena teams up with Major Crimes on the confounding case, Buck (Oliver Stark, pictured right) hits rock bottom and comes clean to Chimney (Kenneth Choi) about his recent reliance on prescription painkillers. In touching scenes, the entire 118 team rallies around as Buck recovers.

WEDNESDAY

ALEXANDER ARMSTRONG IN INDIA

SBS, 7.35pm

He’s on Australian screens every day as the host of game show Pointless, but British broadcaster Alexander Armstrong (pictured above) can’t be conﬁned to the TV studio for too long. In this new three-part documentary, the presenter visits India to explore some of the country’s most famous destinations, gaining a stronger understanding of its rich history, sacred traditions and culture along the way. Wednesday’s ﬁrst leg sees Armstrong dive into the glorious chaos and splendour of Mumbai. He gets a well-rounded view of the bustling city, checking out colonial sites, sampling street food and even touring local homes.

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NINE (9) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Gruen. (PGs, R) 10.35 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) 11.20 Urzila. (Mals, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Bergerac. (Mdl, R) 1.45 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.25 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.55 Grand Designs Aust. (PG, R) 3.55 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (PGa, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family: Born Without A Trace. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Matched. (R) 10.05 Hidden Beauty Of Spain. (PG, R) 11.05 Van Gogh: The Real Story. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Destination Flavour. (R) 2.10 The Cotswolds With Pam Ayres. (R) 3.00 Living Black. (R) 3.35 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Lost Treasures Of Egypt. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Beat The Chasers UK. (R) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies: Celebrity Specials. (R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Today. 9.00

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Rick Stein’s Australia. (PGav) Rick Stein explores the Central Coast.

8.35 American Prince: JFK Jr: The Boy Who Would Be King. (Ml, R) Charts the life of John F. Kennedy Jr. 9.25 Riot Women. (MA15+l) Beth tries to reconcile Tom and Kitty.

R) 12.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.00 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.00 A Bite To Eat. (PG, R)

5.30 7.30. (R)

10.40 SBS World News Late. 11.10 Under The Bridge. (Ml) 11.55 The Unusual Suspects. (Mdl, R) 1.50 Beyond Signs. (MA15+av, R) 2.50 Finding Your Roots. (PG, R) 3.50 Colors Of The Islands: The Caribbean. (PGaw, R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 AFL Pre-Game Show. Pre-game coverage of the upcoming match, featuring hot topics and the latest AFL news. 7.30 Football. AFL. Round 9. Fremantle v Hawthorn. From Optus Stadium, Perth. 11.00 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the match.

11.30 Kick Ons. A preview of the upcoming AFL matches.

12.00 New Amsterdam. (R) 1.00 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 RBT. (Mdl, R) 8.30 Emergency. (Malm, R) A mechanic might lose his arm.

9.30 A+E Crash Scene Emergency. (Mam, R) Medical teams attempt to save lives.

10.30 Chicago Med. (MA15+amv)

11.20 9News Late. 11.50 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 12.40 Pointless. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The

TEN (10)

Friday, May 8

ABC (2)

SBS (3) SEVEN (7)

NINE (9) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Compass. (PG, R) 10.30 A Symphonic Odyssey With Professor Brian Cox. (R) 12.00 News. 12.55 The Assembly. (R) 1.40 Bad Company. (Mln, R) 2.10 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) 2.55 Grand Designs Aust. (PG, R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGa) 4.40 Long Lost Family: Born Without A Trace. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia.

8.30 Patience. (PGad) A monk is found dead in a chapel.

9.20 Gruen. (PG, R) Presented by Wil Anderson.

9.55 Urzila. (Mals, R)

10.25 ABC Late News.

10.40 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R)

11.25 Murdoch Mysteries. (Ma, R)

12.15 Love Me. (MA15+, R) 1.05 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Matched. (PG, R) 10.05 Hidden Beauty Of Spain. (PGa, R) 11.05 Wonderland: Lewis Carol To JRR Tolkien. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Destination Flavour. (R) 2.10 The Cotswolds With Pam Ayres. (R) 3.00 Nula. 3.35 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 Lost Treasures Of Egypt. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG) Brooke Blurton trains with a First Nations marathon runner.

8.30 Mystery Of The First Temple. The latest excavations at the 12,000-yearold Gobekli Tepe in Türkiye forces archaeologists to rethink the roots of civilisation. 10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 The King. (Madlsv)

11.55 Babylon Berlin. (Mav, R) 1.45 Brian Cox: How The Other Half Live. (Ml, R) 3.30 Finding Your Roots. (PG, R) 4.30 Bamay. (R) 4.55

Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Sinister Sorority. (2021, Madv, R) Maddison Bullock. 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 9. Brisbane Lions v Carlton. From the Gabba, Brisbane. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the match.

11.15 GetOn Extra. Lizzie Jelfs, Matt Hill, Simon Marshall and Brent Zerafa dive headlong into the weekend’s best racing.

11.45 To Be Advised.

1.30 Quacks. (MA15+d)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.30 Weekender. 3.00 Business Builders. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Better Homes.

Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: To England, With Love. (2023, G, R) Georgia Hirst. 2.00 Pointless. (PG)

Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. (PG, R)

6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Airport Security: USA. (PGad) Officials are concerned for an unaccompanied minor.

8.30 MOVIE: We Bought A Zoo. (2011, PGal, R) In the wake of the loss of his wife, a single father moves his family to a run-down zoo. Matt Damon, Colin Ford, Scarlett Johansson.

11.00 MOVIE: Licorice Pizza. (2021, Mdls, R) A 15-year-old boy pursues an older woman. Alana Haim.

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)

9GEM (92)

TEN (10)

6.00 10 News+. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG, R) 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. (R) A couple disagree on whether to leave Coburg North.

8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.30 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.30 10 News+. (R) 11.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 2.10pm The Swiping Game. 2.30 Bamay. 3.05 Where Are You Really From? 3.40 BBC News At Ten. 4.10 France 24. 4.40 PBS News. 5.40 Inside The Huddle. 6.10 Over The Black Dot. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 1. 12.35am United Gangs Of America. 1.30 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm Daniel Tiger’s. 2.45 The Makery. 3.00 Play School: What’s Cooking? 3.40 Thomas. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Mojo Swoptops. 5.40 Kangaroo Beach. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.30 My Adventures With Superman. 8.55 BattleBots. 9.40 Gladiators UK. 10.40 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

NITV (34)

6am The Movie Show. 6.15 The Majestic. (2001, PG) 9.05 The Straight Story. (1999, PG) 11.10 Love Thing. (2022, M, German) 1.05pm Nobody Has To Know. (2021, M) 3.00 Discovering Film. 3.50 Anton Chekhov 1890. (2015, PG, French) 5.35 Meek’s Cutoff. (2010, PG) 7.30 The Way Back. (2010, M) 10.00 Moulin Rouge! (2001, M) 12.30am Side Effects. (2013, MA15+) 2.30 Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 8.40 The Magic Canoe. 9.10 Spartakus. 10.00 Tales From Zambia. 11.00 Going Places. Noon MOVIE: Mad Max III: Beyond Thunderdome. (1985, M) 2.00 On Country Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Nula. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Tales From Zambia. 7.30 MOVIE: Spirited Away. (2001, PG) 9.55 MOVIE: Friday. (1995, MA15+) 11.35 Late Programs.

7TWO (72) 6am Children’s Programs. 8.30 Nanny. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.30 Bewitched. 11.30

Downunder. 1.00 MOVIE: Bonnie Prince Charlie. (1948) 3.30 MOVIE: The Iron Maiden. (1963) 5.30 The Derbyshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. North Queensland Cowboys v Parramatta Eels. 9.55 NRL Friday Night Footy Post-Match. 10.45 Late Programs.

Saturday, May 9

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 10.30 Rage Vault Guest Programmer. (PG) 12.00 Football. VFL. Round 7. Collingwood v Geelong. 3.10 David Attenborough’s Great Barrier Reef. (R) 4.10 Judgment: Cases That Changed Australia. (Final, R) 5.00 Australian Story. (R) 5.35 Landline. (R)

6.05 Kath & Kim. (PGals, R) Kath and Kel buy a pet dog.

6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Death In Paradise. (M) A game show contestant is stabbed during filming.

8.30 Silent Witness. (MA15+v) Benjamin is visited by the police who promise to look into Gloria’s disappearance.

10.15 Bergerac. (MA15+, R) Bergerac believes police corruption played a part in a murder.

11.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Continuous music programming.

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Wild Prague. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Gymnastics. FIG Rhythmic World Cup. Part Two. Highlights. 3.00 Stories From The Cities. 3.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. LiegeBastogne-Liege. Men’s race. Highlights. 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 1. Highlights. 5.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 5.35 Cold War Spies. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Jewels Of The Mediterranean: Corfu. (PGa) 8.25 Magical Train Journeys In Switzerland: On The Centovalli Express From Locarno To Domodossola. (R) A journey aboard the CentovalliExpress 9.25 Jersey And Guernsey. (R) A sailing duo take part in Gorey Regatta. 10.20 The Wonders Of Europe. (PGa, R) 11.20 Snowpiercer. (MA15+v, R) 2.00 Matched. (PG, R) 2.50 Finding Your Roots. (PG, R) 3.50 Colors Of The Islands: The Caribbean. (PGaw, R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 Euronews. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. The Coast Race Day, Caulfield Race Day, Hollindale Stakes Day and Goodwood Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs. 8.00 Ooops! I Bought A Pub. (Mal) Hosted by Shane Jacobson. 8.30 MOVIE: Apollo 13. (1995, PGal, R) Three NASA astronauts find their lives in danger after a potentially catastrophic explosion. Tom Hanks, Bill Paxton, Kevin Bacon. 11.20 To Be Advised. 12.20 Devils. (MA15+av) 1.20 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 It’s Academic. (R) 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)

6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 ACA. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Open For Inspection. 12.30 Great Australian Detour Snow. (R) 1.00 Explore TV Viking. (R) 1.30 Equestrian. The Adelaide Festival. Highlights. From South Australia. 2.30 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (Ml, R) 3.30 Tasman Trails. 4.30 The Garden Gurus. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. (PG) 6.00 Tough Tested. (PGl, R) 7.00 Reel Action. (R) 7.30 Escape Fishing. (R) 8.00 I Fish.

6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back. (1980, PGv, R) The Empire attacks the rebels’ hidden base. Mark Hamill. 10.00 MOVIE: Conan The Destroyer. (1984, Mv, R) A warrior embarks on a quest. Arnold Schwarzenegger. 11.55 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R) 12.45 Tasman Trails. (R) 1.35 Open For Inspection. (R) 2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa) 2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

Our Man In Marrakesh. (1966) 7.00 Rugby Union. Super Rugby Pacific. Round 13. ACT Brumbies v Western Force. 9.30 Super Rugby Pacific Post-Match. 9.45 MOVIE: Blown Away. (1994, M) 12.10am Late

6.30 The Dog House. (PGa, R) A couple are looking for an outgoing pup.

7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. Newlyweds must decide if their townhouse is suitable.

8.30 Building The Dream. Architectural designer Charlie Luxton helps first-time builders design budget-friendly homes that suit their lifestyles.

9.30 Ambulance Australia. (Ma, R) Follows paramedics as they respond to a seven-year-old boy who is gasping for air. 10.30 Matlock. (PGa, R) An airport ramp operator is accused of negligence. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

Frankston

Sunday, May 10

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 The World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Songs Of Praise. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 2.30 The Assembly. (R) 3.20 Judgment: Cases That Changed Australia. (Final, R) 4.10 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.00 Back Roads. (Final, PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Compass: Labassa – If These Walls Could Talk. (PG)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 The Assembly: Jimmy Barnes. (PGa) Students return to interview Jimmy Barnes.

8.15 Bad Company. (M) Julia learns about Margie’s famous sister.

8.45 Bergerac. (Mlv) Bergerac and Barney’s relationship reaches breaking point.

9.30 Death In Paradise. (Ma, R) A game show contestant is stabbed during filming. 10.30 Silent Witness. (MA15+av, R) 12.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 4.00 Dream Gardens. (PG, R) 4.30 A Bite To Eat With Alice. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. (PGa, R) 11.00 Hot Roads: World’s Most Dangerous Roads. (PG) 12.00 PBS News Compass Points. 12.30 WorldWatch. 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. ProMX Championship. Round 3. 4.00 Going Places. (PGa, R) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 2. Highlights. 5.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 5.35 Cold War Spies. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 History’s Greatest Mysteries: The Sinking Of The Titanic. (PG, R) 8.20 Bettany Hughes’ Lost Worlds: Nabataeans. (R) Bettany Hughes arrives in Petra. 9.20 Tulum: The Last City Of The Mayan Empire. (Ma, R) Looks at the final hours of the Mayan civilisation. 10.20 The Kim Dynasty: A Family Affair. (PGa, R) 11.15 MOVIE: Duran Duran: A Hollywood High. (2022, G, R) 12.35 MOVIE: Sheryl. (2022, Ml, R) 2.20 Matched. (PG, R) 3.10 Finding Your Roots. (PG, R) 4.10 Colors Of The Islands: The Caribbean. (PGa, R) 4.45 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 Euronews. 5.30 PBS News Horizons.

SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s

Programs. 3pm Play School. 3.30 Guess How Much I Love You. 3.55 Odd Squad. 4.20 Dino Dex. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Bluey. 5.40 Super Monsters. 6.05 Knee High Spies. 6.25 Emerald. 7.05 Let’s Go Bananas! 7.30 The Inbestigators. 7.45 Caper Crew. 8.05 Secrets At Red Rocks. 8.30 Animal Park. 9.55 Secrets Of The Zoo. 10.40 Late Programs.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Sunday Footy Feast. 2.30 AFL Pre-Game Show. Pre-game coverage of the match. 3.00 Football. AFL. Round 9. Richmond v Adelaide.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The 1% Club. (PGls) Hosted by Jim Jefferies.

8.00 7NEWS Spotlight.

9.00 Betrayal. (Malnsv) As John tracks down an elusive Iranian general, he becomes convinced he’s being deceived by those closest to him.

11.00 24 Hours In Police Custody: Family Secrets. (MA15+a, R)

12.00 A Friend Of The Family. (MA15+a, R)

1.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Hello SA.

6.00 9News Sunday.

6.30 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 MasterChef Australia. (PG) The top 20 compete for immunity. 8.15 Race Across The World. (Ml) The teams start from the third checkpoint in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, and must travel 1400kms through Thailand. 9.30 Taskmaster Australia. (Ms, R) Contestants give memorials for eggs, get new middle names and travel to a new location. 10.30 NCIS: Origins. (Mv, R) Vera receives a call from a man in prison. 11.30 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 6am Morning

Programs. 1.20pm Faithless. 1.50 Jeopardy! 3.55 France 24. 4.25 PBS Washington Week. 4.55 PBS News Compass Points. 5.25 Myths: The Greatest Mysteries Of Humanity. 6.30 Abandoned Engineering. 7.25 Travel Man. 7.55 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 3. 12.35am Conversations. 1.45 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am The Movie Show. 6.40 The Assassin. (2015, PG, Mandarin) 8.35 The Little Shop Of Horrors. (1960, PG) 10.00 The Way Back. (2010, M) 12.25pm Anton Chekhov 1890. (2015, PG, French) 2.05 Forever Enthralled. (2008, PG, Mandarin) 4.45 Roxane. (2019, PG, French) 6.25 Joan Baez: I Am A Noise. (2023) 8.30 Janet Planet. (2024) 10.40 Little Loves. (2024, Spanish) 12.30am Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Pro Bull Riding Australia. Noon Over The Black Dot. 12.30 Inside The Huddle. 1.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 9. Highlights. 2.00 FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. 3.35 Cassius X: Becoming Ali. 5.05 Ornette: Made In America. 6.40 Tales From Zambia. 7.30 The People Vs Robodebt. 8.30 White Nanny, Black Child. 9.45 MOVIE: Poetic Justice. (1993, M) 11.45 Late Programs. NITV (34)

7.00 The Floor. (PGl)

8.15 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.

9.15 Australian Crime Stories: The Investigators: The Golden Hour. (Mavv) Detectives race to find the killer of So Ra Moon.

10.15 9News Late.

10.45 The First 48: Childhood Friend/Magic Bullet. (Mav, R)

11.40 American Ripper. (Mav)

12.35 Oz Off Road TV. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

9GEM (92)

6am Morning Programs.

10.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 10.30 Better Homes. 11.30 Australia’s Amazing Homes. 12.30pm Escape To The Country. 1.30 Business Builders. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 The Surgery Ship. 3.30

7TWO (72) 6am

Penrith Panthers. 6.00 Getaway. 6.30 Police Rescue Australia. 7.30 David Attenborough’s Mammals. 8.40 Paramedics. 9.40 Emergency. 10.40 Late Programs.

Monday, May 11

TV (2)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Silent Witness. (Malv, R) 11.40 You Can’t Ask That. (PGl, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.25 Back Roads. (Final, PG, R) 2.55 Grand Designs Australia. (R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGa) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. 8.00 Australian Story. Australians tell personal stories. 8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.

9.20 Media Watch. (PG) Presented by Linton Besser.

9.35 Planet America. A look at American politics. 10.05 Foreign Correspondent. (Final, R) 10.40 ABC Late News. 10.55 The Business. (R) 11.10 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGa, R)

12.00 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 12.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.00 Gardening Aust. (R)

5.00 A Bite To Eat. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.10 Wonderland: Lewis Carol To JRR Tolkien. (Ma, R) 12.10 WorldWatch. 1.00 PBS News Compass Points. 1.30 WorldWatch. 2.05 Cotswolds And Beyond With Pam Ayres. (R) 2.55 Going Places. (PG, R) 3.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 3. Highlights. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Time Is Money. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes: Alan Shearer. (PG) 8.40 Ancient Greece By Train: Thessaloniki To Delphi. (R) Professor Alice Roberts explores Greece.

9.35 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. (M) Hosted by Greg Davies. 10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 Sambre: Anatomy Of A Crime. (Mav) 12.05 Gomorrah. (Malv, R) 2.45 MOVIE: Fiona Clark: Unafraid. (2021, Malns, R) 4.10 Bamay. (R) 4.45 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (PGa, R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

The Verdict. 12.05am Dark Side Of The Ring. 1.55 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 4.05pm Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. (Return) 4.40 Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 Gladiators UK. 9.40 Kids BBQ Championship. 10.25 Kids Baking C’ship. 11.05 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Manon Des Sources. (1986, M, French) 12.05pm Man Who Didn’t Want To See The Titanic. (2021, M, Finnish) 1.40 The Assassin. (2015, PG, Mandarin) 3.40 The Little Shop Of Horrors. (1960, PG) 5.05 The Eagle Has Landed. (1976, PG) 7.30 The Three Musketeers: Milady. (2023, M, French) 9.40 The Idol. (2015, M, Arabic) 11.35 Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs.

Compass

4.50

5.20 WorldWatch. 5.50 Curse Of Oak

Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of

9.20 Soccer’s

Cats. 8.30 Holy

Dream. (Premiere)

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Eden and Remi test their talent. 7.30 Glenn And Mick’s Celebrity Intervention. (Mal) Hosted by Glenn Robbins and Mick Molloy. 8.40 9-1-1. (Madv) The 118 races to the site of a car crash involving a mother and son.

9.40 The Agenda Setters. (R) An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics.

10.40 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League.

11.40 Happy’s Place. (PGa)

12.10 New Amsterdam. (MA15+a, R)

1.05 The Outdoor Room With Jamie Durie. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra.

The Floor. (PGl, R)

Getaway. (PG, R)

My Way. (R)

Pointless. (PG)

Tipping Point. (PG, R)

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Floor. (PG) Hosted by Rodger Corser.

8.45 Footy Classified. (Ml) A team of footy experts tackles the AFL’s big issues and controversies.

9.45 Players. (Ml) A look at all the AFL news.

10.45 9News Late.

11.15 100% Footy. (Mal)

12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.05 Hello SA. (PG)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30

9GEM (92) 7TWO (72) 6am Children’s Programs. 8.30 Nanny. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.30 Bewitched. 11.40 Jeopardy! UK. 12.40pm MOVIE: Deadly House Call. (2022, M) 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: High Crimes. (2002, M) 11.00 Seinfeld. Midnight The 100. 12.50 Love Island UK: All Stars. 1.50 LEGO Masters. 4.30 Barney’s World. 4.50 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Rides Down Under: Aussie Truckers. 2.30 Boating.

Late Programs.

Tuesday, May 12

ABC (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7) TEN (10) NINE (9)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Australian Story. (R) 10.30 Planet America. (R) 11.00 Judgment: Cases That Changed Australia. (Final, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Death In Paradise. (Ma, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 2.55 Grand Designs Australia. (R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PG, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PGls, R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Budget 2026: The Treasurer’s Speech.

8.00 Budget 2026: A 7.30 Special.

8.30 Insiders. David Speers looks at this year’s budget.

9.30 Compass: Labassa – If These Walls Could Talk. (PG, R)

10.00 ABC Late News.

10.15 The Business. (R) 10.50 Four Corners. (R) 11.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 11.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (Mav, R) 12.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.30 Parliament. 2.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.00 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.00 A Bite To Eat. (R) 5.30 Budget 2026: A 7.30 Special. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Legacy List With Matt Paxton. (R) 11.05 Wonderland: Lewis Carol To JRR Tolkien. (Ma, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 2.05 Cotswolds And Beyond With Pam Ayres. (R) 3.00 Going Places. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGal, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Who Do You Think You Are?

Bruce McAvaney. (Return)

8.30 Insight. Kumi Taguchi looks at the work-life balance in 2026.

9.30 Dateline: The World’s Most Remote Rescue? Follows a helicopter rescue team in Papua New Guinea.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Living Black. (R)

11.05 Exit. (MA15+av)

12.00 Breaking Point. (Mlv, R) 2.35 Primitive Medium. (R) 2.45 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PGa, R) 4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 Eurovision Song Contest.

SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 4.05pm Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.40 Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 The Slow Mo Guys’ Big Adventures. 9.10 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 9.35 BattleBots. 10.20 Merlin. 11.05 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm The Grudge. 3.00 Brady Vs Belichick: The Verdict. 4.00 BBC News At Ten. 4.25 France 24. 4.55 PBS News. 5.55 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.45 Jeopardy! 7.40 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.35 Rock Legends: ABBA. 9.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 4. 1.35am Deepfake Porn: Could You Be Next? 2.35 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Tales From Zambia. 11.00 Living Black. 11.30 Backs To The Blast. 12.35pm MOVIE: Call Me Mum. (2006, M) 2.00 On Country Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Indian Country Today News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Tales From Zambia. 7.30 Ocean Warriors. 8.30 MOVIE: Secret In Their Eyes. (2015) 10.35 MOVIE: Finding Dawn. (2006) 11.55 Late Programs. NITV (34)

6am

Forever Enthralled. (2008, PG, Mandarin) 8.45 The Eagle Has Landed. (1976, PG) 11.10 Little Loves. (2024, Spanish) 1pm The Idol. (2015, M, Arabic) 2.55 Discovering Film. 3.50 Joan Baez: I Am A Noise. (2023) 5.55 Dancing At Lughnasa. (1998, PG) 7.35 Hating Alison Ashley. (2005, PG) 9.30 Love And Mercy. (2014, M) 11.45 Sing Street. (2016, M) 1.45am Late Programs.

Wednesday, May 13

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6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 10.45 Dr Ann’s Secret Lives. (R) 11.20 Back Roads. (Final, PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 2.55 Grand Designs Australia. (PG, R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PG, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Gruen. (PG)

8.35 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG) Presented by Guy Montgomery.

9.25 Urzila. (Mls) Comedic chaos from Urzila Carlson.

9.50 Bad Company. (M, R)

10.15 Planet America. (R)

11.25 You Can’t Ask That. (Madl, R) 11.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (Mav, R) 12.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.30 Parliament Question Time. 2.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.00 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.00 A Bite To Eat. (R)

5.30 7.30. (R)

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6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Preparations begin for Archie’s birthday.

7.30 My Reno Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Dr Chris Brown.

9.05 Doc. (Ma) While navigating the fallout from Katie’s secret, Amy treats a critically-ill patient with a dark one of her own.

10.05 House Of Wellness. (PG) Insights and experiences that highlight living well.

11.05 The Agenda Setters. (R) An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics.

12.05 New Amsterdam. (MA15+a, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

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6am Room For Improvement. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 House Of Wellness. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 Inspector Morse. 11.05 Late Programs.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (PGs) Comedy panel show.

8.30 Clarkson’s Farm: Endgaming. (Mal) The livestock are heading out to graze and while the goats are going high-tech, the cows are getting a bull-friend.

9.30 9News Late.

10.00 Footy Classified. (Ml)

11.00 The Grand Tour. (Ml)

12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Our State On A Plate. (PG, R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6am Gideon’s Way. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 CruiseAway. 8.00 TV Shop. 9.30 Newstyle Direct. 10.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Death In Paradise. 1.10 MOVIE: Now And Forever. (1956, PG) 3.05 Antiques Roadshow. 3.35 MOVIE: Brighton Rock. (1948, PG) 5.30 The Derbyshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 10.40 Late Programs. 9GEM (92)

6am Children’s Programs. 8.30 Nanny. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.30 Bewitched. 11.30 Explore. 11.45 Big Rigs Of Oz. 12.15pm MOVIE: Godzilla Vs. Kong. (2021, M) 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Hot Shots! (1991, M) 10.15 Seinfeld. 11.15 The 100. 12.05am Love Island UK: All Stars. 1.05 LEGO Masters. 3.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 10.30 American Resto.

COOK ISLANDS PARADISE

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG) Hosted by Rebecca Gibney. 7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PG) Amateur cooks take to the kitchen. 8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 9.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and

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6.00 Eurovision Song Contest. 7.30 Cycling. Giro d’Italia. Highlights. 8.30 WorldWatch. 10.00 Legacy List With Matt Paxton. (PGa, R) 11.00 Wonderland: Lewis Carol To JRR Tolkien. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. Giro d’Italia. Stage 4. Highlights. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Time Is Money. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Alexander Armstrong In India. (Premiere)

8.30 The Trial Of Michael Jackson: Control The Narrative. (M) Public opinion turns against Michael Jackson.

9.25 The Audacity. (M) A would-be tech titan and his therapist try to make a fortune.

10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 Rise Of The Raven. (MA15+asv) 12.00 Blue Lights. (Malv, R) 2.05 Classified. (Malv, R) 3.45 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 4.20 Bamay. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Programs. 10.00 France 24 English

10.30 The

12.15pm DW The

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 SAS: AUS v ENG. (Madlv) Recruits must maintain their composure.

8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL. 9.30 Unfiltered. (M) Hosted by Hamish McLachlan.

10.00 The Agenda Setters. (R) An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics. 11.00 Why Bridges Collapse. (PGa, R) 12.15 Kochie’s Business Builders. (R) 12.45 New Amsterdam. (MA15+a, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

Today. 9.00

9News Morning. 12.00 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (PGs, R) 1.00 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PGams, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. (PG)

6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Events That Changed Australia. (Madlv) 8.30 Outback Murder Highway: Jayden’s Disappearance – Charters Towers. (Mdv) Looks at the disappearance of Jayden Penno-Tompsett.

9.30 The Social Media Murders: Alice Ruggles. (Malv, R) 10.30 9News Late. 11.00 The Inheritance. (Premiere, Ma) 11.50 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 12.40 Pointless. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop. (R) 4.00 Skippy. (R) 4.30 ACA. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 10 News+. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG) 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG) Hosted by Rebecca Gibney. 7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PG) Amateur cooks take to the kitchen. 8.40 Elsbeth. (PGlsv) Elsbeth organises a book club to investigate a celebrated novelist who may have written the perfect crime. 9.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) 11.40 10 News+. (R)

12.45 The

Show On Earth. 2.55 The Bee Whisperer. 3.55 BBC News At Ten. 4.25 France 24. 4.55 PBS News. 5.55 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.45 Jeopardy! 7.40 Jeopardy! 8.05 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 5. 1.35am Dark Side Of The Ring. 2.30 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 4.05pm Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.40 Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 9.05 Adv Time. 9.55 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 10.15 My Adventures With Superman. 10.35 Late Programs.

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ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Discovering Film. 6.55 The Boy And The Heron. (2023, PG) 9.10 Hating Alison Ashley. (2005, PG) 11.00 Dancing At Lughnasa. (1998, PG) 12.40pm Post Coitum, Animal Triste. (1997, M, French) 2.30 The Eagle Has Landed. (1976, PG) 4.55 Discovering Film. 5.45 Moonlighting. (1982, PG) 7.35 Xanadu. (1980) 9.30 Walk The Line. (2005, M) Midnight Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Ocean Warriors. 11.30 MOVIE: Secret In Their Eyes. (2015) 1.30pm Karla Grant Presents. 2.00 Strait To The Plate. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 News. 6.00

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9.30 NBC Today. Noon My Reno Rules. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 House Calls To The Rescue. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain

Way. 7.00

Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon New Tricks. 1.00 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 3.05 Antiques Roadshow. 3.35 MOVIE: Confession. (1955, PG) 5.30 The Derbyshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Keeping Up Appearances. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.40 The Spencer Sisters. 11.40 Rizzoli & Isles. 12.40am Late Programs. 9GEM (92)

7.30 CruiseAway. 8.00

6am Children’s Programs. 8.30 Nanny. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.30 Bewitched. 11.30 Motor Racing. FIA World Endurance C’ship. 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps. H’lights. 12.35pm MOVIE: Police Academy. (1984, M) 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Tango & Cash. (1989, M) 10.35 Late Programs. 6am

Plant a tree or two

I admire the work of the Mornington Peninsula Koala Conservation group who aim to plant 30,000 indigenous trees every year (Volunteers needed for tree planting to support koalas, The News 28/4/26).

Those trees will reconnect bush areas and restore koala habitat. They will also clean our air and help fight climate change.

My family enjoys joining the Sunshine Reserve Conservation Group to plant trees for National Tree Day at the end of July each year. Being outside, getting your hands dirty, and doing something for nature while connecting with others is rewarding, especially when you see the plants grow over time.

Check out mpkoalas.org.au or nationaltreeday.org.au/find-a-site/ to join a tree planting session this winter.

Amy Hiller, Kew

True ANZAC spirit

I overheard the following at an Anzac Day remembrance in a local retirement village: a seventy-something gentleman recounted what happened after their ship docked at Vung Tau port, Vietnam, and he and four other Aussies went to the mess hall for a beer at the bar.

The group, however, was refused a drink, the bar tender citing the colour of skin of their Aboriginal comrade!

Next door was the hall where the Afro-American crew were gathered and where the four then went, in solidarity with their Aboriginal mate.

That, not booeing First Nations diggers, is surely the true ANZAC spirit.

The gentleman concluded the recount with the anecdote that the Afro-American crew had formed a delegation in solidarity to escort the five Australians back to the port.

Let’s take up all the opportunities we are offered to make reconciliation happen.

Maureen Donelly, Mornington

Air pollution issues

The recent air pollution from the HMAS Cerberus planned burn and lifting of CFA fire restrictions on the Mornington Peninsula are a timely reminder of the impacts of smoke inhalation on human health.

The smoke pollution around Crib Point from HMAS Cerberus was overwhelming.

The smell of smoke entered our homes and covered our streets with a “pea soup” fog.

Some residents experienced difficulty breathing after exposure to the fine particles and carbon monoxide from the planned burn.

Unfortunately, not everybody uses Facebook so not all residents in Crib Point were given prior warning.

Particulate matter (PM2.5) particles are smaller than 2.5 micrometres in diameter and can be inhaled deep into our lungs leading to several health problems.

The national standard for particulate matter PM2.5 is a maximum of 25 micrograms per cubic meter in a 24-hour period and particles can exist in the air for many days after the burn off has ended.

HMAS Cerberus stated that the planned burn would be monitored so it would be interesting to know the actual air quality data recorded.

EPA Victoria must be notified if an incident impacts human health or the environment.

Unfortunately, the EPA Victoria air monitoring station at Hastings has been offline due to technical difficulties since 1 April 2026 so no air pollution data has been recorded recently.

Any resident can report air pollution on the EPA Victoria website www.epa.vic.gov.au/ make-report or call 1300 372 842.

Dale Stohr, Crib Point

Parking problems

I read with interest the article regarding the chaos created by the multiple road closures across the peninsula. Honestly, I live in Frankston and used to head down the peninsula regularly but ever since the Peninsula Link has so much roadworks I have kept away.

Now I know why, every road was chaos and this was during the week, am sure there are

many tourists (income) staying away.

But, as a group outing a number of us decided to venture to Sorrento, a bit of shopping then a trip to Queenscliff on the ferry the other day.

Now we carpooled (doing the right thing), knew we had to pay for parking. “No problem” we said.

Well, what an absolute nightmare, again to do the right thing and pay.

Mornington Peninsula Shire in all their wisdom have decide to sub-contract out the parking. Fine, surely though they could make it easier for anyone to do the right thing.

Really, download an app, including your grandfathers primary school report card, guess what, despite us being reasonably capable, four of us were unable to do so and had to ring customer service (granted they were helpful) to again, do the right thing.

Now really this is supposed to be a tourist attraction, certainly wouldnt be attractive to the non English speaking people/elderly who don’t carry fancy phones/and people not wishing to release personal information to company they don’t know. Surely there is a better way.

And do you know what? The parking company when emailed were very apologetic but not a tweet/dickybird/anything from the council.

Will be awhile before I (and others) will battle the detour signs and parking boffins to bring cash into the community.

Jackie Morris, Frankston

Boardwalk dithering

One of the great issues with local councils is their ability to dither on making a decision on even relatively straight forward projects (Balcombe boardwalk repair faces long delay, The News 28/4/26).

Considerable money has already been spent on paperwork surrounding the rebuild of the board walk but no actual progress. The council should simply proceed with option 1 (likefor-like) as it is what the community wishes and the councillors are our representatives and should pay heed to that call.

Concerns raised about environmental impact are a bit strange as the existing path has already impacted the environment, moving it elsewhere would not undo that impact and cause even more damage elsewhere.

It has been several years since the damage was done, just get it fixed.

Ross Hudson, Mt Martha

History museum

I read with interest Cameron McCullough’s positive article on the saving of Hastings’ Pioneer Cottage (Hastings pioneer cottage to be saved, The News 21/4/26).

A few years ago, I had the pleasure of leading a group of clients to create a historical mural at the Hastings Community Hub. As part of our preparation, we visited the local museum on a fact-finding trip. It was my first visit, as it was for many in the group.

We were impressed by the volunteers, who were not only knowledgeable but generous with their time and enthusiasm.

That said, we all came away feeling the museum could be so much more. I wrote to the local councillor at the time, suggesting a design competition for a new facility. Perhaps a twostorey building with sea views and lift access. With the support of the major businesses operating in the port, such a project could become a reality and a point of pride for the community.

We need only look to places like the Queenscliff Maritime Museum or even the Tasmanian Maritime Museum to see what is possible when history is given the space and care it deserves.

The Hastings foreshore already has so much going for it. It may only take a little vision and refinement to elevate it further. A curated mural walk in the Fred Smith Reserve, for example, showcasing local history through the work of emerging young artists, could add both vibrancy and meaning to the area.

Hasting’s foreshore could be a major tourist destination.

Michael Leeworthy, Red Hill

Poverty problem

Poverty isn’t just a distant issue, it is growing here on the Mornington Peninsula. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, more local families and individuals are struggling to keep up with rising rent, bills, and everyday expenses. For many, it’s no longer about getting ahead, but simply staying afloat.

While global poverty is often defined in extreme terms, the reality closer to home is financial stress, housing insecurity, and limited access to support. These challenges are affecting more people in our community than we might realise.

While local services and community support play an important role, they cannot address the issue alone. Long-term solutions must tackle the root causes, including housing affordability and the rising cost of living.

If we want change, we need to ask for it. Contact your local MP and ask what is being done to support people doing it tough on the Peninsula.

Poverty is not someone else’s problem, it is here, and it deserves our attention.

Charlize Sadlo, Dromana

Aged cost shifting

Bruce White raises concerns about rising private health costs for older Australians (Labor have done it again, Letters 26/4/26) but his argument leaves out the most important part of the equation: who actually pays when retirees leave private cover and move into the public system.

Australia now has 4.6 million people over 65, the largest retiree population in our history. A generation ago, there were five workers for every retiree. Today, there are barely three. That shrinking ratio means every cost shifted out of the private system lands harder on a smaller group of working taxpayers who already fund almost the entire health system through income tax, the Medicare levy, GST and state taxes.

At the same time, younger Australians face the most unbalanced housing market in the nation’s history. Earlier generations bought homes at three to four times annual income; today’s workers face prices eight to twelve times income, alongside higher rents and record mortgage stress. So while workers carry a heavier tax load per retiree, they also carry far higher housing costs than the generations now asking for relief from private health premiums. And this pattern of cost-shifting is not new. As the ABC recently reported, the government was forced to reverse a policy that required older Australians receiving at-home aged care to pay for their own showers, after months of backlash. The reversal will now cost taxpayers $1b over four years — another example where essential services are funded by workers while the costs are pushed away from those who use them most.

If we are serious about intergenerational fairness, then retirees — as a group — need to contribute their fair share to the systems they rely on. Shifting more and more costs onto a smaller working cohort is not sustainable, and it is not fair.

Cameron Brown, Capel Sound

It’s not the Baby Boomers

The idea that “Baby Boomers” caused the wealth gap is statically wrong. Wealth in Australia isn’t spread across a generation It’s concentrated at the top. The top 10% hold around 45% of all wealth. The bottom 60% hold less than 20%. That’s not a generational divide, that’s a concentration problem.

Yes, boomers as a group hold a large share of wealth but averages hide reality. A small percentage hold a lot but most hold far less.

Around 60–70% of retirees receive a government pension, not widespread wealth, a reliance on the system. much of what is counted as “boomer wealth” is tied up in the family home which makes it asset rich and cash poor. A one million dollar house doesn’t pay the power bill. A distorted narrative, a generation painted as wealthy when the reality is far more uneven. The real divide isn’t young vs old, it’s top vs everyone else.

Blaming an entire generation might feel satisfying but it misses the point. The government is responsible for this divide by providing excessive tax breaks for the top10%.

The housing inequity problem is 1,000% due to the government. Look to Singapore, Austria

(Vienna model), Netherlands, Germany and Japan.

If you want to understand inequality, look up, not sideways.

We are in the Australia bubble. Never learn anything from anyone. We reinvent the wheel in a void!

Joe Lenzo, Safety Beach

More for renters?

Our local member for Frankston has become the Minister for Consumer Affairs and is known as the “Minister for Renters”. His office is currently assisting me with getting material on the new regulation on rooming house operators placing a fixed heater in a room.

The new regulation says only a heater needs to be fixed to a wall roof or a floor.

I am now at VCAT to what a fixed heater is and what a heater does and what the government intended in making this new regulation. Of course VCAT is trying to say that a fixed heater is a portable heater and matters have been adjourned so the rooming house provider can have the towel heater installed be inspected by his equipment inspector to see if it conforms to the new regulation and is installed correctly which it is not.

The Peninsula Legal Centre Frankston is assisting me and are awaiting a report made by the inspecting officer.

There are over 300 rooming houses in Frankston and our local member Paul Edbrooke should do more to protect renters in his electorate of Frankston and should have the Consumer Affairs renter taskforce check to see if the new regulations are being adhered to as well as the old.

Russell Morse, Karingal

BarleyCharlie@90

Delusions of grandeur or simply rewriting history? Do we all do it, as in the writers, politics, Clan Murdoch’s Herald Sun, The Australian and of course Sky News?

The 5pm 10 News is bum fluff, the gall to extend another 30 minutes? Channel 9 hold themselves out as representational, the love of the Royal family; credit (little else?) for Tony Jones and Footy Classified. SBS for mine; double tick! Opinions and DNA, no two a 100% match.

Anzac Day 2026 passed, again recalling, spick and span, marching, 1955, Navy National Service, Bourke Street, Melbourne, occasionally the pain of the 303, my right shoulder. Trepidations aside, locally (by now) guessing Tracee Hutchison missed out, C’est la vie, running out of time to ever vote for a winner.

A Pauline Hanson personal appearance, a possible return to potholes and (self) Liberal values? “Looking forward” is their catch-cry, by rote, realistically “me me me”? Bitter never, not into self harm.

In another form (RSL smoking area) although age 90, therefore excluded generally, sometimes trapped, the brainless (possibly?) gambler who delights in the sound of his voice, often the true meaning of the words “mumbo jumbo.”

And the latest, King Charles (suggest never a Gough Whitlam follower) and the USA, AUKUS, basically hot air; the other one (Buddies) the USA and Israel, ignoring any ceasefire, sleeping together? And Iraq, weapons of mass destruction, disappearing, remember? Finally, Victorian Premier “We value our teachers.” Not in my time; wrongly accused of cheating, arithmetic; Art teacher “You’re hopeless Ellen,”

Conclusion, a reminder of life being a Cabaret, despite the tragedy, sadness, of a draw, those mighty Magpies, nasty Hawks. Lets keep dancing, lets break out the booze, and have a ball, if that’s all there is. The poor stay poorer, the rich richer, that’s how it goes.

Cliff Ellen, Rye

Mornington Racing Club – Many improvements planned

Compiled by Cameron McCullough

AT a recent meeting of Mornington Racing Club plans for substantial improvements to the course were decided on.

Those present were: Messrs. T. Ritchie (chairman), P. McArthur, J. E. Somers, R. G. Edwards; T. McMurtrie, E. Swift, P. Olsen, R. K. Ritchie, G. Bidgood, J. Kelleher, A. D. Kerr, C. D. Robertson and H. Downward, secretary.

Mr. Geo. Free, who is in charge of the re-grading of the track in the straight and planting it with couche grass, was also present, to make a report on the work.

After discussing the matter it was decided to plant all the straight with couche and get the remainder of the plants required from Mornington and Green Island districts, instead of from Seaford, as at present.

This work is estimated to cost £130, and will make the straight perfect.

Messrs. Kelleher and Bidgood moved that the reply to a request from Somerville Park Committee for a benefit meeting be that the club is unable to grant it this season.

Messrs. Kerr and McMurtric moved that the V.R.C. be asked to allot Thursday, November 11 (the permit granted by the Chief Secretary for the building of a grandstand); December 9 and January 6, 1927, for season 1926-27.

Messrs. Kelleher and Olsen moved that a letter of sympathy be forwarded to one of their committeemen, Mr. J. Houfe, and wish him a speedy recovery from his illness.

The committee decided to visit the racecourse and inspect the track on May 2.

Mr. W. Newton, of Sorrento, was

elected a reserve member of the club.

Messrs. Kelleher and Robertson moved that the Shire Council be written to, asking them to attend to Racecourse road near Mr. Andrew Male’s, it being in a very bad state after the downpours.

As there will be three race meetings this year an effort is being made to build the first installment of a stand by November. Accommodation for the increasing number of patrons is urgently required at the Mornington course, and to keep the club in the front rank of country courses. ***

Frankston Half-Holiday

Cr. J. Bradbury (president) presided over a large meeting of members of the Frankston Traders Association, held in the “Tangerine” last night (Thursday).

Messrs. J. Lyle and C. Pope moved that the necessary action be taken to secure Thursday as a half-holiday instead of Wednesday.

Discussion ensued in which it appeared that all present were in favour of the alteration. The motion was put and carried unanimously.

Messrs. J. Lyle and Moore moved that a petition be framed and traders’ signatures obtained as early as possible. Carried.

The meeting which was very largely attended, was unanimously in favour of the alteration being made.

***

Langwarrin

Owing to such favourable weather conditions mushrooms have made their appearance in large numbers. Other districts also report a large crop of this edible growth, and as many as three thousand boxes have arrived in

Melbourne in one day.

Coming so prolific after the dry spell, with the scarcity of vegetables, these mushrooms are most welcome gifts from nature.

Owing to the generous rainfall experienced during the last month the district shows a marked improvement from the former drab aspect of the dry period, and the green pastures, the healthy condition of fruit trees, the fine condition of the soil, and the general appearance of all living things, tend to show that the dry spell had no ill effects on vegetation.

The soil has also benefitted, and is now in a mellow condition and easily cultivated to a fine tilth.

Picking in the fruit crop has not yet finished. The Rome Beauty variety of apples are still to be gathered. The crop of these is on the heavy side, being of good size and colour and free from all blemishes.

So far this season fruit prices have been good, and indications go to show that good prices will remain throughout the year.

***

Personal

Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Quartermain returned from a tour of Queensland on Monday last. The trip was made per the s.s. “Wyreema,” calling at Sydney and ports of Queensland. They were impressed with the magnificent scenery along the coast and both feel much benefitted by the trip.

Mrs. W. S. McCarthy and Mrs. G. Yuill returned this week from a holiday spent in Tasmania. Both were delighted with the beauty spots of the apple isle.

Mr. Cecil Ramsdale, who has not been enjoying good health of late,

enters the Caulfield Military Hospital next week to undergo, an operation.

Mr. Ramsdale who served in the Great War, was severely wounded, the effects of which are still apparent.

Residents of Somerville and district learned with very deep regret of the death of Mrs. Thornell, wife of Mr. Percy Thornell, of Somerville. The deceased lady succumbed to an attack of pneumonia at Ballarat while visiting her relatives in that city.

Great sympathy is expressed for the bereaved husband in his sad loss.

We regret to learn of the illness of Mr. Montague, senr., father of Cr. P. Montague, of Mt. Eliza.

The pleasing intelligence has been received that Mrs. Ham, wife of Mr. J. A. P. Ham, Shire secretary, is now making splendid progress, the operation she underwent last week at “Bethesda” private hospital having proved entirely successful.

Rev. A. and Mrs. Langhorne, who are on holidays from Tasmania, paid a flying visit to Frankston last Saturday.

Mr. Langhorne is in charge of the Presbyterian church at Burnie.

The death took place on 29th ult. of Mrs. Kelly, wife of Mr. David Kelly, of Frankston. Deceased, who was in her 85th year, had not enjoyed good health for a considerable period, and the end was not altogether unexpected.

She was a very old resident of the district, being a sister of Messrs. Chas. Wells and F. Wells, senr. The funeral took place on Saturday afternoon at the Frankston cemetery.

Rev. H. C. Trebilco conducted the service at the graveside, and the funeral arrangements were carried out by Mr. H. Gamble. ***

Frankston v Sorrento

The Sorrento Football Club journeyed to Frankston on Saturday last and played a match with the locals.

Play was late in commencing owing to Frankston’s selection committee being desirous of placing their best team in the field, and as so many players were available this was considered no easy contract.

Sorrento placed a good eighteen in the field, and as some of their best were not available, they will eventually be a force to be reckoned with.

The teams were fairly equal till halftime, but Frankston stayed better and ran out winners by 16 points.

Coxall (3), Adderley, Johnson, were Frankston’s goal kickers.

Some good play was shown by players of both sides, but not knowing Sorrento’s players it is impossible to pick out the ones more prominent than their team mates.

Aust, late of Dromana, was a star all day; evidently the coaching received at Richmond has been of good avail. Johnson, Frankston’s coach, was splendid in the centre. He is very smart, and should, as the season advances, be one of Frankston’s best. Adderley, one of the “youngsters,” has improved wonderfully. His following on Saturday was good.

Coulson, a tall forward, took some splendid marks and on a fine day something big should be expected of him.

Reg Coxall, having his first run for the season, showed he has lost none of his cunning, as his three goals were the result of brainy play.

***

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Langwarrin serve up Redlegs’ first defeat

MPFNL

By Kennedy McCullough

MEN’S DIV ONE SEN

LANGWARRIN remains one of just two undefeated sides in MPFNL Men’s Division One Seniors, after dispatching the previously undefeated Mt Eliza on Saturday.

The Redlegs were the ones to get off to a strong start, playing at Emil Madsen Reserve, slotting 2.1 to just three minor scores in the first quarter to go into that break with a 10-point lead.

The Kangaroos improved their accuracy in the second quarter and managed a couple of goals, while holding Mt Eliza to a single major for the quarter. They went into the long break trailing by a straight kick.

Langwarrin came out punching in the third quarter putting on a few to equalise in the 28th minute and to push ahead of Mt Eliza in the dying minutes of the quarter. They went into three-quarter time with a five-point lead.

The Kangas slotted a couple of early goals in the final quarter, and kept the pressure on to pull further away from Mt Eliza. At the final siren, Langwarrin were 10.12 to Mt Eliza’s 7.8, giving the visitors a 22-point win.

Will White, Alfie Lambert, Jackson Tanner, Braden Nelmes, and Max Mourney were the best players for Mt Eliza with Jasper O’Neill their highest goal kicker with two. For Langwarrin, the best players were Jordan Bertrand, Riley Staggard, Charlie Orchard, Max Poulios, Nick Buykx, with four of their players kicking two goals apiece.

Rosebud is the other undefeated team this season, after thumping Devon Meadows on Saturday.

The result was never in doubt with Rosebud taking a 38-point lead into the first break, after piling on 6.8 to a solitary goal for the Panthers.

The home team continued the onslaught in the second quarter, limiting Devon Meadows to a single point, while slotting another four goals. The margin at half time had blown out to 62 points.

More of the same was to come in the third quarter with Devon Meadows again unable to find the big sticks, while Rosebud scored another eight goals pushing the lead at three-quarter time to 109 points.

Rosebud took the foot off the accelerator in

the fourth quarter, allowing Devon Meadows to score a few goals to bring the final margin back to 88 points.

The Panthers’ captain, Joel Hillis, was responsible for six of his team’s eight goals, while Blake Kuipers kicked six for Rosebud.

Sorrento remain winless for 2026 after going down to Dromana.

But it wasn’t a hopeless affair for the Sharks, and with a bit of luck they may have even grabbed the win.

Both teams managed strong scoring in the first quarter, with Dromana’s inaccuracy in front of goal limiting them to just a 14-point lead at the first break.

Sorrento managed to slot a couple in the second and limit the Tigers to a single major, going into the break just seven points behind.

The Sharks had a much better third quarter, hitting the lead towards the end, and going into the final break with a three-point lead over Dromana.

Dromana scored an early goal in the fourth,

and despite putting their noses in front briefly one more time, Sorrento couldn’t hold on, eventually going down by 17 points.

Ethan Johnstone managed three majors for Dromana and James Hallahan scored four for Sorrento.

Mornington’s horror season continues, still not notching a win. They came out firing in the first quarter on Saturday against Frankston YCW and went into the first break with a 14-point lead after slotting four majors.

The Stonecats scored five goals in the second, while holding the Bulldogs goalless, to go into the main break with an 18-point lead.

Mornington fought back in the third to again grab a slim lead and take it into three-quarter time.

The home side came out with a win on their mind in the final quarter a win they got. They snatched the lead away from Mornington and pulled away for a 13-point win. The final scores were 15.11 for Frankston YCW to Mornington’s 13.10.

Lane Meyer, Jaxson Mead, Harry Lloyd, Luke Paynter, and Joshua Patullo were the best for the Stonecats and Nathan Heath, Brenton Credlin, Matt Caine, Fynn Barber, and Ned Moodie were the best for Mornington.

Pines are the only other team that remain without a win for 2026 after being beaten by Edithvale-Aspendale at Regents Park.

The Eagles came out meaning business in the first quarter, slotting 3.7 to just 1.1 for Pines, taking an 18-point lead into the first break.

Pines did better in the second, scoring three majors, but Edi-Asp did the same with the lead unchanged at the main break.

The home side put the visitors to the sword in the third, putting on seven goals while holding Pine goalless, to go into the final break with a 58-point lead.

Edi-Asp slowed their momentum in the final quarter, allowing Pines to win back some pride with a few majors, reducing the final margin to 42-points in favour of the Eagles.

Nathan Wright scored six goals for the Eagles, in a standout performance.

NEXT WEEK’S GAMES

DIVISION ONE MENS SENIORS

Saturday 9 May, 2pm: Devon Meadows v Dromana – Glover Reserve

Frankston YCW v Edithvale-Aspendale –John Coburn Oval

Mornington v Langwarrin – Mornington

Alexandra Park

Mt. Eliza v Rosebud – Emil Madsen Reserve

Pines v Sorrento – Eric Bell Reserve

DIVISION ONE MENS RESERVES

Saturday 9 May, 12pm:

Devon Meadows v Dromana – Glover Reserve

Frankston YCW v Edithvale-Aspendale –John Coburn Oval

Mornington v Langwarrin – Mornington

Alexandra Park

Mt. Eliza v Rosebud – Emil Madsen Reserve

Pines v Sorrento – Eric Bell Reserve

DIVISION TWO MENS SENIORS

Saturday 9 May, 2pm: Bonbeach v Hastings – Bonbeach Reserve Red Hill v Chelsea – Red Hill Recreation Reserve

Tyabb v Crib Point – Bunguyan Reserve Frankston Bombers v Pearcedale – Baxter Park

Somerville v Seaford – Somerville Football Club

Saturday 9 May, 2.30pm: Karingal v Rye – Karingal Football Club

DIVISION TWO MENS RESERVES

Saturday 9 May, 12pm: Bonbeach v Hastings – Bonbeach Reserve Red Hill v Chelsea – Red Hill Recreation Reserve

Tyabb v Crib Point – Bunguyan Reserve Frankston Bombers v Pearcedale – Baxter Park

Somerville v Seaford – Somerville Football Club

Saturday 9 May, 12.45pm: Karingal v Rye – Karingal Football Club

DIVISION ONE WOMENS SENIORS

Friday 8 May, 7pm: Hastings/Balnarring v Warragul Industrials – Balnarring Reserve

Saturday 9 May, 8.45am: Karingal v Bonbeach – Karingal Football Club

Saturday 9 May, 12pm: Mornington v Frankston – Dallas Brooks Park

Saturday 9 May, 4.45pm: Tyabb v Pearcedale – Bunguyan Reserve

DIVISION ONE WOMENS RESERVES Friday 8 May, 7pm: Karingal v Bonbeach – Karingal Football Club

Saturday 9 May, 10am: Tyabb v Warragul Industrials – Bunguyan Reserve

Mornington v Frankston – Dallas Brooks Park

BRYCE Rutherford gets away with it in Lanwarrin’s clash against Mt Eliza. Picture: Paul Churcher

MITCH Bluhm takes flight for Mornington against the Stonecats. Picture: Alan Dillon

Sk8house athletes strike gold at Taiwan championships

Raia Flinos raia@baysidenews.com.au

THREE young athletes from Sk8house Artistic Club have returned home with podium finishes at the 2026 Taiwan Open Roller Skating Championships.

The competition was held from 13 – 19 April in Zhubei City. The girls travelled from their club in Carrum Downs to compete in their first international competition.

Sierra Fisher and Makenzie Waddingham competed in the Youth Ladies Solo Dance division, taking home first and second respectively, while Anabel Waterland competed in the Senior Ladies Solo Dance division and came out in first place.

Club director Bernadine Geary said the results were a proud moment for the entire Sk8house community.

“They’ve been at the rink since they were young girls and its taken eight years to get to that level,” Geary said.

“So, for the club, it’s amazing watching these girls grow and nurture them and we’re so proud that their dream has come true.”

The Taiwan Open is part of a series of annual international competitions that draws athletes from across the world. For the Sk8house skates, it was an opportunity to represent their club, as well as Australia, on an international stage.

“All they want to do is represent Australia and go out there and skate and be these beautiful, elegant, magnificent skaters and they have achieved that,” Geary said. Their achievements represent years of hard work and training. They train up to five days a week for several hours at a time, alongside additional

conditioning.

“It’s very physical,” Geary said.

“They need to keep up their fitness as athletes.”

The club has around 50 members, ranging from young beginners to adult

skaters. They have a strong developmental pathway, and the recent success is helping to inspire the next generation.

“You can already tell there’s a bit of a lift in everybody else, and they look

up to them, and you can see that they aspire to be like them,” Geary said.

Geary believes the girls’ achievements show that nothing is impossible if you work hard.

“You can achieve your dreams,” she

said.

“And as for anyone looking to go into artistic skating, or dance or whatever it is, we’ve got local girls from Carrum Downs who have been able to achieve their achieve their dreams.”

Chelsea undefeated in 2026 campaign

MPFNL

By Kennedy McCullough

MEN’S DIV TWO SEN

CHELSEA remains the only undefeated side in Division Two men’s Seniors after smashing winless Tyabb on Saturday.

The Seagulls performed a clinical deconstruction of the Yabbies, putting on 5.8 to 1.3 in the first quarter to go into the first break with a 29-point lead.

Tyabb only managed a single major in the second term, while Chelsea put on another six to

go into the long break with a 59-point lead.

Tyabb put on another two majors in the third, but the Seagulls kept the thumbscrews on the visitors, slotting six more goals and going into the final break with an 83-point lead.

The final quarter was more of the same. Seven goals for Chelsea to a single major to Tyabb saw the game finish with the Seagulls holding a 123-point lead.

Sean Downie and Jack Wallace scored four goals each for Chelsea, while Zachary Haig scored four goals for Tyabb.

Rye had a good win over Bonbeach, who also remain winless for 2026.

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The Demons got out of the blocks quickly in the first, getting 7.4 to 2.2 in the quarter to go into the first break with a 32-point lead.

The Sharks pushed back a little in the second, scoring three goals to two, to go into the big break with a 28-point deficit.

Rye increased the pressure in the third, managing to pull further away from Bonbeach and going into the final break with a 33-point lead.

Rye added another couple of majors in the final quarter, and Bonbeach found the big sticks three times, but the result was never in doubt, Rye running out winners by 26 points.

Captain Liam Hulett carried Bonbeach with seven goals. Edward Greene slotted seven for Rye.

Crib Point headed to Hastings for their clash against the Blues.

Both teams managed a couple of majors in the first quarter with the Magpies going into the first break with a three-point lead.

It was a similar story in the second with both teams putting on 3.3 to maintain Crib Point’s three-point lead at the long break.

The Magpies managed to keep Hastings goalless in the third to build their lead to 20 points at threequarter time and held Hastings to a single goal in the final quarter.

The final stats were 10.10 to 6.7, giving the Magpies a 27-point win.

The best players for Hastings were Wesley Rietveld, Aaron Vinson, Luke Hewitt, Jackson Muscillo, and Kevin Lylak, while the best for Cribby were Miles Shepherd, Jett Bauer, Kyle Hurlstone, Eli Tyrrell, and Jayden Macnab.

Frankston Bombers were at home against Karingal and had an easy win against the Bulls.

The Bombers started strongly and never looked back all day.

They went into the first break with a 16-point lead and then held Karingal goalless in the second to hold a 40-point lead at half time.

Frankston slammed on another seven majors in the third quarter to Karingal’s three, to extend their lead at the last break to 83-points.

The Bombers held Karingal to a single goal in the final quarter while putting on a few of their own to finish up 98-point winners. The final score was 19.22 to 6.2.

Oscar Lonie was the best goal scorer for Frankston with six, with Khan Haretukun not far behind on five goals.

Seaford were slow out of the blocks but managed to get the better of Red Hill.

Red Hill slotted three between the big sticks in the first quarter, to Seaford’s two to take a slim three-point lead into the first break.

Seaford hit the gas in the second and piled on six goals to Red Hill’s two to take a 19-point lead into the main break.

The Tigers kept Red Hill goalless in the third while adding three more majors to pull away to a 36-point lead by three quarter time.

The final was much of the same with Seaford adding three to Red Hill’s two to make the final margin 42 points. The final figures were 14.10 to 7.10.

Chris Buttner and Joel Filippone scored four goals each for Seaford, and Oliver Pullar managed three for Red Hill.

Somerville had a solid win over Pearcedale, the final score of 21.14 to 13.9 handing the Eagles a 53-point win.

Finn Jakstas, Ben Dalgleish, Riley Bradshaw, Kaolan Thornton, and Huw Jones were the best for Pearcedale with Mitchell Davis their highest goal scorer with four.

For Somerville, Max Kleverkamp, Lachlan Williams, Lachlan Sharp, Bailey Bakker, and Travis Finn were the best and Lachlan Williams was their highest scorer with six goals.

SIERRA Fisher, Makenzie Waddingham, and Anabel Waterland. Pictures: Supplied

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Simmons stars for Somerville

SOCCER

By Craig MacKenzie

SOMERVILLE Eagles have Tom Simmons to thank for their 4-3 away win over East Bentleigh on Saturday.

He opened the scoring in the 17th minute with a moment of real quality latching onto a through ball and lobbing East Bentleigh keeper Adam Stone in style.

Two minutes into the second half Sebastian Davies levelled but in the 53rd minute Troy Dekker regained the lead directly from a corner. Simmons made it 3-1 four minutes later with a crisp left-foot strike from the edge of the area. He completed his hat-trick in the 66th minute from the penalty spot but the contest wasn’t over. Somerville had chances to put the result to bed but allowed Tao Soerono to make it 4-2 in the 73rd minute and right on full time Kristian Tzamouranis make it 4-3 but it was too little too late.

Still in State 5 and Seaford United fought back from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 away to high-flying Monash Villareal on Saturday.

First half goals from George Paterakis and Peter Kartsaklis had the home side in control.

Seaford started the second half well and earned the reward it deserved when Conor Mcfall’s 73rd minute corner hit the back post and went in.

Time was running out but Seaford’s lifeline came in the 90th minute when Mcfall was brought down in the box and Zain Ahmad made no mistake.

Villareal’s Gervais Nkondogoro was sent off in time added for a reckless challenge.

In VPL1 Langwarrin had a much-needed 3-2 home win over Western United on Saturday. Langy went ahead in the 3rd minute when Alun Webb controlled a ball from Brad Blumenthal before smashing his shot past Western’s keeper. Webb doubled the lead in the 24th minute when finishing in style after Sayed Fatemi’s excellent pass.

When Brad Blumenthal bravely headed home from a Noah Holmes cross in the 40th minute the home side was in cruise control.

But the visitors stepped up a gear after the break with Anderson Back rifling a shot from outside the box past Langy keeper Branten Kindler in the 53rd minute.

In the 86th minute a defensive mix-up inside the box allowed Western substitute Alex Marmura to make it 3-2 and although the visitors threw everything at Langy in the final minutes the home side held on for a deserved three pointer.

In State 1 Mornington secured three vital points in its title push with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Beaumaris at Civic Reserve.

It was a physical and at times volatile contest that saw both sides reduced to 10 men.

Mornington was forced into an early substitution following an injury to Chris Droutsas after a high challenge from James Poole that earned a caution.

Rhys Craigie came off the bench and Mornington opened the scoring in the 41st minute when Craigie won possession high up the pitch and delivered a quality ball into the area for Kieran Dover who finished calmly.

Right on half-time Beaumaris capitalised on a long ball over the top with Jorge Akers finishing through the legs of Mornington keeper Kane Runge to make it 1-1.

The contest exploded in the 84th minute when a challenge from Mornington substitute Kosta Droutsas sparked a melee.

Beaumaris goalkeeper Fraser Maclaren rushed out of goal to confront Droutsas and went to ground holding his face.

The referee issued red cards to both Maclaren and Droutsas but more drama was to follow.

In the 92nd minute James Kelly finished confidently in a one-on-one following a well-worked move and four minutes later Kelly sealed the result with another controlled finish.

Mornington is unlikely to play next weekend as it had arranged to play at Rosebud’s Olympic Park but opponent Banyule City is understood to have rejected the alternative venue under a 50km rule.

Skye United drew 1-1 with Old Scotch in Saturday’s John Ramsden Memorial Day clash.

The home side was looking to end a run of three losses and got off to a perfect start when

Artim Bakis cut the ball back to central defender Hamish Millar who had pushed forward to finish well.

Skye held Old Scotch at bay until the 79th minute when Millar inadvertently turned a cross into his own net.

Brodie Varas was making his starting debut for Skye and won the John Ramsden Medal in the seniors.

Dale Atkins won the reserves John Ramsden Medal.

Skye head coach Phil McGuinness returns from overseas this week after missing the last few games.

In State 2 Peninsula Strikers lost 4-2 away to Casey Comets on Friday night.

Strikers dominated the opening exchanges and in the 5th minute Sonny Lindsay stunned all onlookers with a perfectly struck free-kick just inside his defensive half that sailed over the head of Comets keeper Lucas Tomaras signed last week from Waverley Wanderers.

Three minutes later it was 2-0 when Wayne Gordon and Matt Harrington combined to set up Joel Bowen and his first-time strike had Tomaras grasping at thin air.

The home side hit back in the 25th minute when Reece Cameron converted from the penalty spot and levelled in the 53rd minute when a freekick was whipped in and Stanley Nash’s glancing header hit the mark.

Disaster struck for Strikers in the 72nd minute when Wayne Gordon underhit a back pass to Jamie Walker and Cameron took full advantage to put the home side ahead.

The nail in Strikers’ coffin was a defensive blunder in the final minute which allowed substitute Gonzalo Ferreria Piccone to nip in ahead of Walker then chip the ball into goal as the keeper tried in vain to get back to his goalmouth.

In State 4 Rosebud twice came from behind away from home to down Greater Dandenong 5-2 on Saturday.

It was a tough challenge for the visitors with a cricket pitch running through the middle of WJ Turner Reserve and a fired-up opponent determined to get its first win of the season.

The home side scored twice in the first half but Rosebud midfielder Barney Johnson also hit the target and it was 2-1 at half-time.

The second half was a different affair with Rosebud scoring four goals and striking the woodwork four times.

Talisman Elliott Craig nabbed two poacher’s goals, Duncan Mcpherson scored with a powerful shot from the edge of the area and Connor Wharton beat Greater Dandenong keeper Syed Akbari from a tight angle.

Baxter had a 3-1 home win over Ashburton on Saturday and is fourth on the ladder two points behind third-placed Rosebud.

Jai Power won a penalty in the 10th minute and converted sending the keeper the wrong way. Ashburton levelled in the 52nd minute when Baxter failed to deal with a free-kick and Dou-

gal Konstantopoulos tucked the loose ball away from close range.

In the 60th minute Kyle Eichenberger was sent through and managed to get a foot to the ball when confronted by Ashburton keeper Josh Elford to make it 2-1.

The final goal came in the 66th minute when Tez Hashemi intercepted a poor pass and motored toward goal before unleashing an unstoppable strike that sent the ball rocketing into the top far corner.

Chelsea drew 1-1 away to second-placed Ringwood City on Saturday.

Both sides created chances in a tight contest.

Chelsea led in the 55th minute when a long kick downfield by keeper Carl Darling was misjudged by Ringwood defender Stephen Nittoli whose header sailed over his keeper and into the net.

The home team’s reply came in the 82nd minute.

Finn Kent hit the bar from close range and the ball rebounded to the edge of the box where substitute Jack Kimber drove it back in low and hard past Darling.

In State 6 Mount Eliza and Frankston Pines drew 1-1 at Emil Madsen Reserve on Saturday.

The home side made a whirlwind start and went ahead after 30 seconds.

Pines were sloppy in midfield and gave the ball away allowing Josh Luca to nip in at the back post for a tap in from a cross.

With time running out and Pines looking unlikely to hit back captain Jack Carter crossed a ball into the box that was spilled by Mount Eliza keeper Luke Armao and Kyan Taberner pounced with a neat finish.

Mentone lost 2-0 at home to Old Melburnians last weekend and still is chasing its first points of the season.

In State 7 Aspendale stayed in the promotion mix with a 4-1 home win over Endeavour Hills while Mount Martha celebrated its first win of the season with a 5-3 away success over Croydon Ranges.

Oscar Carter opened Aspendale’s account in the 4th minute when he cut in from the right and hit a left-foot shot into the top corner from the edge of the box.

Three minutes later Carter added a second firing home from close range.

Ryan Mravljak’s curling free-kick from outside the area in the 29th minute made it 3-0 and Kailan Smith made it 4-0 in the 60th minute with a long-range effort.

Emmanuel Otto scored a late consolation for the visitors.

Mount Martha struck first in an eight-goal thriller at Silcock Reserve last weekend.

In the 8th minute Jude Hardy finished off a slick passing sequence down the right wing but Croydon hit back two minutes later through Tha Dawt Bawi.

The Mariners regained control when Davey Jones converted a penalty in the 34th minute and

the visitors led 2-1 at the break.

The second half was a chaotic, end-to-end affair.

Croydon made it 2-2 in the 52nd minute after a long ball deceived Mariners’ keeper Derren Elliott.

Hardy won a one-on-one race with Croydon’s keeper to make it 3-2 in the 54th minute but two minutes later Croydon equalised again.

Hardy stepped up to bag his hat-trick in the 67th minute, thumping a first-time strike from 20 metres out and captain Tom Brewster eventually sealed the 5-3 result from the penalty spot, clinically picking out the bottom left corner with nine minutes remaining.

Meanwhile former VIS head of soccer and renowned developmental coach Ian Greener continues to publicise the proven link between repeated head impacts and the progressive, degenerative brain disease Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE).

“Gordon McQueen’s coronial inquest verdict in the UK earlier this year has certainly helped to spread the word,” Greener said.

Greener was the keynote speaker at the PFA’s pre-match function prior to the Socceroos v Curaçao game at AAMI Park on 31 March. He presented the latest scientific findings relating to CTE to a room of former international players and was surprised that they knew about the myths surrounding the topic rather than scientifically proven facts.

Greener is at the forefront in Australia of delivering the knowledge on this topic acquired by HeadSAFE, an organisation aiming to make concussion assessment faster, more accurate and accessible anywhere care is delivered.

“HeadSAFE is not about banning heading but minimising the amount of heading practice conducted in training,” Greener said.

“All contact sports now have concussion protocols and some are introducing protocols for CTE but so far football is avoiding the issue and I want to change that.

“Nowhere in Australia’s Coach Education Program is the topic and/or brain health conversations discussed as more and more players are being diagnosed with this awful brain disease.

“I believe we need to look at some sort of support programs for players we know who are either now experiencing the effects of CTE or those on the cusp of doing so but are still unaware.”

NEXT WEEKEND’S GAMES

Saturday 9 May, 3pm

Langwarrin v Melbourne Knights, Lawton Park

Hampton East Brighton v Skye Utd, Dendy Park

Peninsula Strikers v Gippsland Utd, Centenary Park

Chelsea v Baxter, Edithvale Recreation Reserve

Seaford Utd v Mount Waverley, North Seaford Reserve

Somerville Eagles v Monash Villareal, Westernport Secondary College

Mentone v Old Ivanhoe, Mentone Grammar Playing Fields

Old St Kevins v Mount Eliza, Howard Dawson Reserve

Mount Martha v Noble Suns, Civic Reserve

Keysborough v Aspendale, Coomoora Reserve

Saturday 9 May, 6pm

Rosebud v Springvale City, Olympic Park

Frankston Pines v Knox Utd, Monterey Reserve

Flying high: Somerville Eagles’ striker Tom Simmons (left) notched a hat-trick in Saturday’s 4-3 win over East Bentleigh. Picture: Darryl Kennedy

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