THE Frankston Skate Park is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary this month. A celebration will be held at the skate park on 18 April to commemorate the occasion. From 12pm to 4pm visitors will see live music from Fresh Frankston, take part in skate and BMX jams, and play games. Frankston Skate Park coordinator Jade Cummins said “this event is all about the people who have made Frankston Skate Park what it is today – a welcoming, inclusive and vibrant space for all.” “We’re proud to celebrate 20 years of connection, creativity and active lifestyles right here in Frankston,”…
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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…
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…