A NEW accessibility hoist has been installed at Pines Forest Aquatic Centre. The hoist was installed at the outdoor pool through a partnership between Rotary Peninsula 2.0 and Peninsula Leisure. Funds raised through Rotary Peninsula 2.0’s annual Duck Derby event were donated towards the project. Pines pool centre leader Chiara McAuley said the new hoist “has made a meaningful difference for many local families in Frankston North.” “This hoist ensures more people in our community can safely access the pool and enjoy everything Pines has to offer,” McAuley said. “We’re incredibly grateful to Rotary Peninsula 2.0 for their support, and…
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Compiled by Cameron McCullough The sensations which suddenly swoop down on the engines who sees that he must hit a automobile trying to “beat the train across” are as terrible as they are indescribable, says a driver on one of our express trains. For twenty years this engineman has been behind the throttle on locomotives in all parts of the State. He has had the nasty experience of hitting a motor car and has narrowly missed striking several others. To see women and children in a motor car which he cannot avoid hitting; sitting there innocently, as death grimly hovers…
THE future of Australia Day events across the Kingston local government area is under consideration. Community consultation opened last week on council’s role in Australia Day events. Kingston mayor Georgina Oxley said “we’re keen to explore how we can support inclusive, welcoming and locally meaningful ways to mark Australia Day.” “This is about bringing people together and making sure any future events or activities reflect the diversity, pride and community spirit we see right across Kingston,” she said. “Australia Day is a time when people come together in different ways, and we want to hear what that looks like for…
FRANKSTON Library will be displaying Martin Shaw’s famous Three Well-Known Australians until 19 April. The artwork has toured Australia since 1983 garnering opinions and guesses as to the identify of the mystery figures. Viewers of the painting are encouraged to record their guess as to the identity of the figures, and the accumulated guesses tour around with the display as a living testament to Australia. “The painting goes to big cities, provincial towns, and small villages. It’s like the torch relay in the Olympic games,” said Shaw. “Your opinions form the portrait of Australia in the pages; that’s what you’re…
A NEW parcel locker will be installed in Frankston to accommodate online shoppers. Australia Post estimates that online shopping spending is up 13 percent from the year prior, and is installing nine new parcel lockers across the state to meet demand. Australia Post head of Last Mile Victoria, Theresa Smith, said “what we’re seeing in Victoria is a growing demand for more flexible and secure delivery options. Our latest Annual eCommerce Report shows online spending in Victoria reached $20 billion in 2025.” “The report highlights how delivery preferences are evolving alongside this growth. More customers are seeking greater choice, with…