POLICE went head to head with kids last weekend in a fishing competition at Frankston Pier.
The competition kicked off on Sunday morning, and was organised by That’s the Thing About Fishing. Officers from Frankston Police Station took part on the day.
TTTAF founder Glenn Cooper said the group “is dedicated to helping the most vulnerable members of the community through the social interaction of fishing”.
“Teaching a person to fish is more than learning to fish. It gives a person a sense of purpose and assists with mental health and motor skills. TTTAF’s vision is to alleviate boredom which can lead to senseless crimes, depressions and in worst cases, suicide. It’s about teaching patience, building friendships and networks and giving our youth something productive to do,” he said.
More information about the group at thatsthethingaboutfishing.org.au