KINGSTON Council is weighing up how it will advocate in regards to Suburban Rail Loop projects in the municipality. The proposed multi-billion dollar rail loop project starts from Cheltenham. The former Delta landfill site in Heatherton has been identified by the state government as its preferred location for stabling, angering some residents (“Stabling plans spark protest”, The News, 17/3/21). The stabling site at Heatherton will be assessed as part of the Environment Effects Statement hearings. Kingston Council will make a submission during this process, and is currently considering the way forward. At their most recent meeting, Kingston councillors opted to…
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A MAN was injured after he was hit while riding his bike in Carrum Downs last week. At around 5.30am on 30 July, the 50-year-old cyclist collided with a car at the intersection of Thompsons Road and Frankston-Dandenong Road. The Sandhurst resident was injured in the collision. The driver stopped to speak to the cyclist, but police say no details were exchanged. Investigators are seeking witnesses to help them work out the circumstances of the incident. Anyone with information or dash cam footage can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report via www.crimestoppersvic.com.au. First published…
TWO Mentone Girls’ Grammar graduates have received a Premier’s VCE Award for their achievements in school last year. Ella Phillips and Emily Dunne received awards for their results in French and Creative Digital Media respectively. Principal of Mentone Girls’ Grammar Natalie Charles said “these results are a testament to fortitude, grace and mastery in a year that was otherwise filled with disruptions and change.” Ms Phillips, who now studies medicine at Monash University while volunteering with the Regional Education Support Network, paid tribute to her peers after receiving the award. “At Mentone Girls’ Grammar, I was surrounded by motivated peers…
Homicide Squad detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a man in Frankston this morning. Police were called to a property in Petrie Street following reports a man had been injured about 3am. The man, who is yet to be formally identified, died at the scene. A crime scene has been set up while detectives work to establish the circumstances surrounding the man’s death. Anyone with information about the incident is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Victoria Police News – Wednesday, 4 August 2021
GRANTS have been handed to 12 young local athletes to help them take part in competitions. The successful applicants for the Dunkley Local Sporting Champions grant program will receive between $500 and $700. The funding will go towards travel, accommodation, uniforms, or equipment. Dunkley MP Peta Murphy said “with all eyes on the Tokyo Olympic games, it’s a terrific time to recognise some of our upcoming local sporting talent.” “This round was particularly competitive, so I’d like to congratulate the successful applicants. Dunkley has a rich and varied sporting history and it’s great to see so many different sports represented…