KINGSTON Council will soon revamp its funding model for emergency relief services, with grant recipients set to receive 10 percent more funding for the next two years.Organisations receiving an Operational and Partnership Grant will enjoy the increased funding. From July 2027, council will introduce a “new tiered funding model” for future grants. Under the new system, organisations will receive grants under four tiers: Basic for grants up to $15,000, Basic Plus up to $50,000, Comprehensive up to $80,000, and Holistic up to $110,000.Kingston mayor Georgina Oxley said the changes are “about recognising and backing the incredible work of agencies who…
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Compiled by Cameron McCulloughOn Sunday last the hamlet of Baxter was surprised out of its usual calm, by the extraordinary sight of a body of eighteen well-dressed men tramping in orderly formation along the roadway.Speculation was rife as to the invasion, but it proved to be a peaceful one, consisting of members of the “Wallaby” Walking Club from Melbourne.They were on the tramp to view what sights Baxter and the surrounding country had to offer.After climbing the hill to Barrett’s, dinner was partaken of in real country style, all sitting on a large log.After this a visit was made to…
EMERGENCY service workers were kept busy last week as an “arctic blast” tore through Victoria.Frankston SES were on clean-up duty after wild winds and weather. On 24 June they attended a fallen tree at Yvonne Court in Langwarrin, which damaged a fence and house. Winds of up to 33 kmph were recorded in Frankston on 24 June.The Chelsea SES unit also had its hands full last week. On 25 and 26 June, Chelsea SES attended Gala Supreme Close in Mordialloc and Kangaroo Road in Chelsea to clean up issues with trees. It said it had been preparing for an “arctic…
CONSTRUCTION has begun on a 2.3 kilometre pipeline to deliver recycled water across Frankston.The Monterey Recycled Water Scheme is a $1.3 million project paid for by the state government, South East Water, Frankston City Council, and the Long Island National Golf Club. The planned pipeline will be able to deliver 98 megalitres of recycled water each year. The recycled water will be used to upkeep Eric Bell Reserve, Monterey Reserve, Pat Rollo Reserve, and the Long Island National Golf Club course.South East Water acting managing director Karen Lau said “by irrigating these outdoor spaces with recycled water, we’ll deliver a…
MORDIALLOC resident Brendan Spencer is chasing a paralympic dream in blind football, backed by a lifetime of support from Guide Dogs Victoria.Born with vision impairment, Spencer has worked closely with the organisation with his guide dog, Gunner, playing a therapeutic role in his counselling work, as well as helping create calm and connection in sessions with vulnerable clients. “The organisation helped me navigate the world with confidence. Now, with Gunner, I’m not just finding my way, I’m helping others find theirs too,” he said.Spencer is now the face of Guide Dogs Victoria 2025 Tax Appeal, which will help support the…