THE Skye Fire Brigade, Frankston SES, Bonbeach Life Saving Club, and Carrum Coast Guard have each been awarded grants through the state government’s Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program.
The latest round of the grants program saw more than $31 million distributed across 350 projects statewide. In the Carrum electorate, $80,000 was awarded to Skye Fire Brigade, $4,037 to Frankston SES, $28,651 to Bonbeach Life Saving Club, and $58,646 to Carrum Coast Guard.
Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny said “I’m proud to support our incredible volunteers with more than $171,000 to help them continue their vital work keeping our community safe. I’m deeply grateful for their unwavering dedication, generosity and the time they give to protect and support our community.”
First published in the Frankston Times – 20 October 2026