AN acclaimed local artist has been commissioned to create a sculpture at Karingal Hub. The sculpture will be installed at the shopping centre’s new town square area. McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park alongside shopping centre owner ISPT have selected artist Christabel Wigley (pictured left) to create the piece. The artwork will be a 2.4 metre tall shell-inspired piece titled Sound Shell. Wigley said that she hoped that the sculpture will “connect the viewer and community to nature, much like holding a seashell to your ear when you’re away from the seaside and immediately transporting you to another time and place…
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THE Women’s Spirit Project group is celebrating the conclusion of one of its major programs. The group recently finished its 2022 spirit of transformation program. The free 12-week program is for women aged over 24 who have experienced hardships like family violence, mental health issues, poverty, and unemployment. The course is run alongside facilitators and mentors who help the participants gain confidence and develop strategies to achieve their goals. Women’s Spirit Project founder Jodie Belyea said the 12-week program “enables our participants to build their fitness, health and wellbeing.” “Our group completes the program inspired, empowered and motivated, and belonging…
A TEENAGER was assaulted in Frankston last month. The 14-year-old boy was attacked at a Frankston shopping centre at around 4.30pm on 7 May. Two people, a man and woman, came to assist the victim. They helped remove the attacker from the teenager. The two people who helped left the shopping centre before police arrived. Police are now seeking them to help with their investigation. Any witnesses to the attack can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 and quote incident number 220146426. First published in the Frankston Times – 21 June 2022
AN 11-year-old girl was allegedly stabbed on a Frankston street last week. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries. She was taken to hospital for treatment after sustaining multiple stab wounds. Police allege that the girl was stabbed on Gallery Lane at around 12.15am, 16 June. Three children were arrested after the alleged incident. A group allegedly demanded the girl’s phone and personal items before stabbing her with what police called a “sharp implement”. A 14-year-old boy from Frankston and a 12-year-old girl from Highett were both charged with armed robbery and assault. They were summonsed to appear at a children’s court…
PLANS are forming to redevelop the public park and equestrian facilities in Baxter. The master plans for Baxter Park and for the equestrian reserves at Baxter and Langwarrin are out for community consultation. The plan for Baxter Park features work on the oval and pitches, pavilion, spectator areas, training facilities, car parking, pedestrian crossings, and lighting. The tennis courts are proposed to be turned into multipurpose courts, and a new playground with shelters and barbecues is being planned for. The draft equestrian master plan for Baxter includes a new sand area and water jump, walking trails, and an upgraded entry.…