Compiled by Cameron McCullough A UNIQUE event took place on Tuesday last at Frankston, when the Mayor of Prahran, Cr. J. C. Pickford, brought along about 300 boys from the State and Technical schools of Prahran, for the purpose of planting several acres of land with pine trees in view of the urgent necessity of providing against the tremendous shortage of timber which will take place in this country in the course of a few years.The Mayor has conceived the idea of interesting the school children of Prahran in this matter, and after negotiating with the officers of the Education…
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AN investigation into a car allegedly stolen near Carrum Railway Station has led to the discovery of guns and weapon parts, police say. The car was allegedly stolen from Carrum on 17 July. The next day, around 12.15am, police spotted the Subaru Impreza in the carpark of a fast-food restaurant at the corner of Wellington Road and Dandenong Road in Clayton.After police moved in, the car allegedly fled. The police helicopter followed the car to Notting Hill, where a man allegedly dumped something in a shed. Police attended the property and arrested two men. They allege they found a 3D…
THE new Frankston Tech School is on track to open in September. The school at the Chisholm Institute Frankston campus will cater for up to 60 secondary school students at a time, offering science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics programs.Chisholm associate director foundation and school pathways Ben Jenkinson said the Tech School “will help prepare secondary students for the jobs of the future”. “At a Tech School, students can learn STEAM skills to take on real-life challenges and design solutions that work towards a smart, sustainable and ethical future, in growing areas like sustainability, entrepreneurship, renewable energy, robotics and automation,”…
A CHARITY which supports struggling families has received a $10,000 grant to continue its work.Mums Supporting Families in Need was awarded $10,000 through the Frankston Charitable Fund’s 2025 Community Connection Grants to provide essential material aid to families fleeing domestic violence. The other recipients were BAM ARTS INC ($9000), Pets in the Park Inc ($9000), First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing ($5000), McClelland Sculpture Park & Gallery ($5000), and Scouts Victoria ($5000)Frankston Charitable Trust committee chair Abby Foster said “I’m proud to see this year’s grants go to organisations making a real difference in our community.” “These grants reflect our shared…
A RED Hill glass studio is celebrating the launch of its book at an exhibition, showcasing the family’s rich legacy and its place in global artistry and broader art world. The book Blowing In A New Era: Three Generations, One Family by Gordon Studio Glassblowers and Gallery is on show at the McClelland Sculpture Gallery and Sculpture Park in Langwarrin, which is also exhibiting more than 130 pieces of Gordon-Donaldson glass art.The event, which runs until 27 July, celebrates intergenerational artists on the Mornington Peninsula, as well as the launch of the book. As part of the exhibition, visitors can also view…