A CAMPAIGN to help homeless pets find owners will get underway next month. In March, PETstock Assist’s seventh annual National Pet Adoption Month will take place. PETstock stores in Braeside, Chelsea, and Carrum Downs will take part. Each year, tens of thousands of cats are put down. This year’s campaign will focus on finding homes for them instead. PETstock Assist’s charity and events lead Jessica Curtis said “the pet adoption landscape changes rapidly, and this year we’re seeing more cats available for adoption compared to other animals, closely followed by large dogs and bonded pairs – animals that have entered…
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A MAN is wanted over an armed robbery in Carrum Downs. Police allege that the armed robbery was committed at a convenience store on 7 November last year. A public plea for information has been put out. An image of a man police wish to speak to about the incident has been released. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at crimestoppersvic.com.au First published in the Frankston Times – 8 February 2022
AN Australian music legend will perform in Frankston this week. John Williamson’s music is recognised around the country. His biggest hit, True Blue, was recently inducted into the National Film and Sound Archives Sounds Of Australia. Williamson’s Winding Back tour will take him to the Frankston Arts Centre on 11 February. He says that the tour is not a goodbye, but that he will be performing less in the future. “While I’m not looking to retire just yet, once I’ve completed the Winding Back Tour I’ll be scaling down my live appearances. I’ve always loved the connection I receive when…
THE federal opposition will spend $440 million on upgrades and programs at schools to help kids recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic if it wins the election. Dunkley MP Peta Murphy said last week that the funding would be used on better ventilation, building upgrades, and mental health support. “The past two years have been tough for families in Dunkley. Kids have missed out on activities and experiences, and many are struggling with their mental wellbeing,” Ms Murphy said. “Labor doesn’t want any Australian child held back because of the pandemic. Our plan will help make sure our…
MORE restaurants have opened outdoor dining spaces in Frankston. Grants from the state government’s outdoor dining program and from the Frankston Revitalisation Board have been helping businesses set up shop outside. Council has also been running a campaign, Do It Outdoors 2.0, to incentivize and encourage restaurants to set up outdoor dining. One restaurant that has recently opened their outdoor dining area to patrons is Gapfed. Its owner Greg Chronopoulis said “I feel like I am on a Greek Island somewhere, it’s just beautiful and our customers are loving it.” Frankston mayor Nathan Conroy said that council was working to…