Somerville Highway Patrol are investigating a fatal collision in Seaford yesterday afternoon. It is believed a vehicle went onto the wrong side of the Nepean Highway and collided with a second vehicle about 4pm. The second vehicle was then hit by a third vehicle. The driver and sole occupant of the first vehicle, a yet-to-be-identified woman, died at the scene. The driver of the second vehicle, a 48-year-old-man, was taken to hospital with minor injuries. The driver of the third vehicle, a 50-year-old-man, was not injured. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone who witnessed the collision or with dashcam vision is…
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FEDERAL Member for Dunkley Jodie Belyea MP welcomed Minister for Social Services Tanya Plibersek to Dunkley, highlighting the vital work of local organisations supporting women, men and children and families experiencing family violence. During her visit, Minister Plibersek visited The Orange Door and Family Life in Frankston to hear directly from frontline workers about the services they provide and the difference they are making for families across the Bayside area. Family Life delivers the Dads in Focus program in Frankston, working with fathers who use violence to support meaningful and sustained behavioural change. The program focuses on reducing men’s use…
The 14-year-old was last seen in Hastings about 2.30am on 24 August. Police and family have concern for her welfare due to her age. It’s believed Astrid may be travelling to Mildura on public transport. Anyone with information on her current whereabouts is urged to contact Hastings Police Station on (03) 5970 7800
FAMILIES looking for an unforgettable school holiday outing can blast off on an extraordinary adventure when acclaimed contemporary circus company Circa brings Wolfgang in the Stars to Frankston Arts Centre on Wednesday 30 September, with performances at 11am and 2pm. Created for children aged 3 and above, Wolfgang in the Stars follows the story of Mozart Amadeus Wolfgang, a part-time genius and full-time mischief maker who sets off on a rocket-powered quest through space to recover the missing final notes of his lullaby, joined by his faithful circus bear companion. Along the way, audiences encounter asteroids, space dinosaurs and plenty…
FRANKSTON City residents have indicated they feel more supported and more positive about the direction of their city, and have recorded the lowest concern about community safety on record, as council achieved record-high community satisfaction in the 2026 Annual Community Satisfaction Survey. The independent survey of more than 800 residents shows record satisfaction across customer service, council services, governance and planning, while overall satisfaction with Council reached 7.2 out of 10, its highest level since the survey began. Frankston City Council mayor Cr Sue Baker said the results reflected an organisation that is listening to the community, acting on feedback…