A FRESH take on the traditional market is arriving in Mount Eliza this November, offering the chance to explore handmade goods, connect with the community, and discover unique creations at affordable prices.Hosted by The Village Church in partnership with local creative collective Ninch Nabs, the one-day artisan market on Saturday 8 November will showcase a curated range of handmade products from local makers including ceramics, jewellery, candles, textiles, and art prints.But this market is about more than just shopping. The focus is on the often-overlooked pieces: seconds, samples, discontinued lines and one-off designs – items that are still made with care but don’t…
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AT Kingsley Park Primary School, student-led initiatives like soup and smoothie days, along with their nutritious canteen, reflect their whole-school commitment to health and student wellbeing.Kingsley Park has achieved important health and wellbeing milestones through the free Achievement Program and Vic Kids Eat Well initiatives, with guidance from Kristen Young at Peninsula Health.Assistant Principal Matthew Brand said the school’s student-led “Smoothie Day” and “Soup for Everyone Day” have become much-loved regular events. “Healthy flavours and local connections are celebrated while reducing waste,” said Brand. “Our health promoter Kristen Young helped us get the soup day off the ground and Peninsula…
THE Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula has announced it will present an “Annual Leadership Award” at their Annual General Meeting this year. The committee’s “Annual Leadership Award” will recognise a community leader who has shown exemplary regional leadership and made a significant contribution to the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula community.Committee CEO, Josh Sinclair, said the award is about recognising leaders within our community who have made a significant contribution across different sectors. “Our members see exceptional leadership across community sectors, healthcare, education, business, environment and volunteer organisations every day – and we think that exceptional service to our region…
FRANKSTON City Council is renewing its commitment to community safety ahead of the warmer months, reaffirming that prevention is better than reaction. Working closely with Victoria Police, and the community, Council aims to keep local streets and public spaces safe and welcoming for everyone.With spring and summer typically bringing more activity on local roads and in public spaces, Council is highlighting the strong local laws and partnerships already in place to deter hoon gatherings and illegal monkey bike riding.Councillor Cherie Wanat said Council was proud to take a proactive stance to deter unsafe behaviour before it becomes a problem. “Frankston…
Eight people have been arrested – five of whom have been charged – after police dismantled a sophisticated cannabis crop in Melbourne’s southeast, with thousands of plants seized worth $15mil. Officers from the Springvale Divisional Response Unit were assisted by multiple units and executed simultaneous search warrants at a home on Havenstone Drive, Keysborough, and a property on Meadow Road, Devon Meadows, at 7.30am on Tuesday 7 October. At the 20-acre property, it will be alleged eight suspects fled upon police arrival, however, all were arrested at the scene shortly after. Five of them have been charged: All five were…