VICTORIA’S fisheries department is proposing to close its Mornington station and replace it with a “community office” in Carrum under a new model stakeholder groups fear would lead to weaker compliance and increased illegal fishing.The community hub would be “education only”, according to the Community and Public Sector Union (CSPU), with nine engagement officers to serve the whole Port Phillip and Western Port Bay areas, resulting in a 66 per cent staff reduction.A Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) has not made a formal announcement on the changes. Instead, a spokesperson said in a statement its future was “focused on education and…
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Compiled by Cameron McCulloughSHORTLY after seven o’clock on Friday night last, a storm of more than average violence swept over Frankston.During the afternoon the heavy clouds presaged that an abnormal change in the weather was imminent, but beyond an occasional shower, nothing transpired until later, as already stated.Then, and almost without premonition, the storm burst in all its fury. Dust, which had been lying dormant for days, was swept along the thoroughfares of usually peaceful Frankston; doors in houses banged in unison; open windows rattled ominously and cleanly people rushed to close them.The gale continued to increase in velocity, then,…
EXCITEMENT is building for the 97th Red Hill Show, Saturday 8th March 2025 at Red Hill Recreation Reserve and Showgrounds! This much-loved event brings together families, farmers, artisans, and competitors for a day packed with tradition and excitement.From the moment the gates swing open, the showgrounds will be a hive of activity. Champion livestock competitions will be in full swing—cattle, alpacas, poultry and sheep – are proudly on display, showcasing the dedication of our local exhibitors.And of course, no Red Hill Show would be complete without the thrilling woodchop competition – a crowd favourite where strength, skill, and sawdust fly!…
A MURAL of Victor The Goat now overlooks Olivers Hill.Victor (pictured) was a famous face in Frankston, and often welcomed visitors at his Olivers Hill home. He died in January. A mural memorialising the local legend has been painted by artist Sheldon Headspeath.
Chelsea police have charged a man following an alleged hit and run collision in Seaford on Saturday. Officers have been told a cyclist was travelling at the rear of a group of cyclists along Nepean Highway when he was allegedly struck by a blue VW Golf about 7.55am. The 53-year-old cyclist came off his bike and was treated at the scene for non-life-threatening injuries. Police will allege the driver of the VW Golf fled the scene after the collision occurred. A 20-year-old Cranbourne North man has since been charged with reckless conduct endangering life, dangerous driving, careless driving, fail to…