Compiled by Cameron McCulloughTHE proposal of the Shire Council to dispose of its present offices in Bay street and erect spacious new buildings on the Davey street site is agitating the minds of a section of the ratepayers who, not quite conversant with all the facts, have visions of additional loan burdens staring them in the face.It is certainly a good sign to see the ratepayers on the alert to protect their own interests by applying the searchlight of public inquiry to all undertakings likely to involve them in financial responsibility.In the past they have been too docile, or perhaps,…
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THE death of a man in Langwarrin has been ruled non-suspicious.The man’s body was found on Jarman Drive at around 2pm on 19 October. Victoria Police have since confirmed in a statement that the 68-year-old man’s death “is not being treated as suspicious.”A report will be prepared for the coroner by police. First published in the Frankston Times – 28 October 2025
Protective Services Officers (PSOs) have arrested two men allegedly breaking into cars at Seaford Railway Station yesterday. Officers responded to reports of men attempting to break into parked vehicles off Railway Parade about 1.50pm. Upon arriving, officers spotted the two men who fled the area. A 26-year-old Frankston man who fled on foot had no hope against the PSO, who put his recent marathon training to good use and chased the man down, taking him safely into custody. He was subsequently searched and found to be carrying small amount of suspected cannabis and methamphetamine, a knife, pickaxe and several car…
PRESENTS for the annual Frankston Life Community Christmas Lunch are now being accepted at drop-off points as part of a gift drive.Frankston Life caters to more than 500 guests each year at the Frankston Life Community Christmas Lunch. It is hoping to receive enough gifts this year to hand one to each young attendee at the lunch.The event organisers are asking donors to purchase a box, choose an age group, and fill it with three items: something to play with, something to be creative with, and something to read.Gifts can be dropped off at Bloom Cafe, 7A Station Street, on…
SUBMISSIONS are open for next year’s Kingston Council budget.Kingston Council says that ideas submitted to its online Talking Kingston platform before the end of this year will be considered for the 2026/2027 budget. The mayor Georgina Oxley said “we always value our community’s ideas and aspirations for our city – they will always make us more adaptive, innovative, connected, and resilient.”“This is your chance to tell us what matters most – whether it’s improving local parks, supporting businesses, building better paths and playgrounds, or enhancing community services,” Oxley said. “We’re proud to offer this year-round opportunity for you to share…