Compiled by Cameron McCullough A FULL house is expected for a school concert, but it is seldom that the people attend in such overflowing numbers as they did for the High school students’ concert held in the Frankston Palais on 22nd inst. The widespread interest taken in the High school may be judged from the fact that five car loads came specially from Dromana for the evening. Mornington and places near at hand were also well represented. Long before the time for starting enthusiasts thronged the, doors looking for the best seats. Even, the commodious Palais had its seating capacity…
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NOMINATIONS have opened for the 2026 Kingston Sustainable Business Awards. The annual awards recognise local businesses which display sustainable practices. Kingston mayor Georgina Oxley said “whether you’re just starting your sustainability journey or leading the way in your industry, we want to hear your story.” “Across Kingston, businesses are leading through innovation, leadership and community impact, while continuing to embed sustainability into the way they operate,” the mayor said. “These awards are about celebrating those efforts and sharing the stories of businesses that are helping shape a more sustainable future. “It’s a simple application process, and it’s a great opportunity…
ROADSIDE banners are being installed across the Kingston municipality to encourage people to drive safer around schools. The “Safe Around Schools” campaign, run by Kingston Council, coincides with the beginning of Term 2. Kingston mayor Georgina Oxley said “by promoting safe driving as the norm, we’re helping to build a culture where looking out for one another, especially our children, is second nature. “Roadside banners will be installed at school crossings and surrounding areas during the April school holidays and into early Term 2. Participating schools will also receive campaign kits, including posters, social media content and newsletter materials, to…
By Sarah Halfpenny MOTORISTS across the Mornington Peninsula are enduring extreme delays as a combination of concurrent roadworks and road closures affect the area’s main arterial routes. A southbound lane closure on Nepean Highway outside the Bata site in Mornington, where private developer Neue Space is overseeing the construction of a new slip lane and bus stop to service its development, has become the flashpoint for widespread frustration at the state of the local road network. The closure is scheduled to remain in place until 22 June 2026. Compounding the disruption are ongoing works associated with Peninsula Link, which has…
A LANGWARRIN student was among a group of young advocates who met with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex during their recent trip to Australia. Ruby-Jewel Burchell-Robins from Langwarrin met with Prince Harry and Meghan during a workshop facilitated by youth mental health organisation batyr. 16 youth advocates discussed mental health matters with Prince Harry and Meghan in a round-table format. batyr CEO Patrick Darcy said the organisation’s work highlights the prevalence of youth suicide in regional, rural, and remote communities. “We say mental ill-health doesn’t discriminate, but for young people in regional and rural Australia it does,” Darcy said.…