THE Frankston train line has been shut down between Mordialloc and Frankston as works ramp up to remove more level crossings. Between 25 July and 1 August, crews will work to remove boom gates at Edithvale Road, Chelsea Road, Argyle Avenue, and Bondi Road. Edithvale, Chelsea, and Bonbeach Stations will be demolished. Bus replacements will be scheduled throughout the week. Trains will then run express through the three demolished stations from 2 August until 13 September. From then, the line will close between Mordialloc and Frankston again until November. During the long closure period, shuttle buses will run every five…
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A NEW dog park has opened at Sandfield Reserve in Carrum Downs. The area cost $206,000 to fit out. Frankston councillor Sue Baker said “there are 15,208 dogs registered in Frankston City, but not everyone has a large backyard or suitable places where they can walk them off leash, exercise and enjoy nature as well. What we have created at the Sandfield Reserve Dog Park is an answer to that and it is a place for all ages.” “There is more than 4,500 square metres of open space – in a designated zone packed with dog-friendly features. There is…
THE future of the Frankston Baseball Club looks brighter after the announcement of new lighting at its home ground. New lighting up to 250 lux will be installed at Robinsons Reserve. Frankston ratepayers will contribute $180,000 towards the project, while the federal government via Sports Australia has chipped in $190,000. Work is expected to be complete by November. The Frankston Baseball Club has been playing since 1945. The club currently boasts nine teams, four senior and five junior. The club’s president Mark O’Brien said “I extend sincere thanks to all who have made this possible.” “It is important that you…
POLICE are looking for a man after he failed to appear at court for traffic-related offences. Nathan Jordan, 29-years-old, is wanted on warrants. Police say he frequents Cranbourne East, Seaford and Ravenhall, and is also known as Nathan Long. An image of Mr Jordan has been released by police (below). Anyone who recognises him or knows his whereabouts can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au. First published in the Frankston Times – 27 July 2021
A LANGWARRIN woman was killed in a tragic crash on the Monash Freeway last week. 63-year-old Luda Sezonenka had stopped to assist another driver who had crashed on the road, around 3.15am on 19 July. She was struck by a car and died at the scene. The crash occurred in Endeavour Hills. The driver of the car involved in the first crash sustained serious injuries, and was taken to hospital. The driver of the car that hit the woman stopped to help police. Police investigators are looking for dashcam footage of the crash. Anyone with information can call Crime Stoppers…