THE final stage of works to upgrade the Kananook Train Stabling Yard has been completed, with Frankston Line trains now able to be serviced, washed and stabled at the facility, helping to deliver more reliable services for passengers.The upgraded yard comprises a modern new train wash, a new train maintenance facility, staff facilities and increased stabling capacity, from 8 trains to 21. An additional rail connection to the Frankston Line has also been built to enable trains to easily enter and exit the site.It follows the first stage of upgrade works, completed in May 2020 as part of the Carrum…
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THREE men have been charged over their alleged involvement in the trafficking of cannabis across Melbourne’s southeast. The three-month long investigation culminated in the discovery of 400kg of cannabis, as well as traps that were allegedly set up inside the factory.Detectives from the Caulfield Divisional Response Unit executed two search warrants – one at a factory on Mill Street, Cheltenham, and another at a unit on Windsor Avenue, Springvale – at about 7am on Wednesday 24 September. Inside the factory, police dismantled a sophisticated set up, where they seized more than 500 cannabis plants of varying maturity, weighing approximately 400kg…
Compiled by Cameron McCulloughAT the last meeting of the Shire of Frankston and Hastings the Electric Light Committee submitted the following report:Consideration was given to the request of the Frankston Traders’ Association that energy should be supplied at a reduced rate for block lighting, and it was decided, in view of the financial position, to recommend the applicants to again apply in about three months.Consideration was given to the request of the Frankston Traders’ Association for improved street lighting, and it was decided on the motion of Cr. Oates, seconded by Cr. Bradbury, that the street lighting be improved by…
THE Pink Ladies Auxiliary have presented a cheque to Frankston Hospital for $360,000 from their fundraising efforts throughout the year.The Pinkies presented a cheque to Chief Executive Helen Cooper during Peninsula health’s 2025 Annual General Meeting, where this and their many achievements were celebrated.“The volunteer group is going from strength to strength despite facing some challenges over the past year – from egg shortages, to the changing volunteer workforce,” a Peninsula health spokesperson said. “However, their ongoing dedication and passion for serving our community makes their continued fundraising efforts possible. “These funds directly benefit our local area through enhanced patient…
FRANKSTON City Council is working closely with young people across the municipality to design new and expanded youth activity programs. This follows Council’s ongoing commitment to investing in facilities and services for young people, such as the recently completed $750,000 Langwarrin Skate Park upgrade.Informed by feedback from local young people and jointly funded with $170,000 from theAustralian Government’s Investing in Our Communities Program, the skate park now provides a modern, inclusive, and accessible space for skating and riding scooters and BMX bikes.The upgrade forms the second stage of improvements. The first stage which began in 2022 in response to a…