A SERIES of short films made during last year’s lockdown will be screened at the Frankston Arts Centre later this month. The films were created by local residents for the 2020 Lockdown Short Film Competition. James Griffiths and Imogen Adeney were the major prize winners, and will have their work screened at the Arts Centre. Brigitte Jarvis will have her short film The Endless Hourglass shown. “This film was inspired by poetry written by Lyn – a single 70-year-old woman, who continues to remain healthy and positive and write wonderful visceral poetry about her experience of daily life,” she said.…
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A MAN has been arrested for allegedly pointing a laser at a police helicopter in Keysborough. After the alleged incident, police searched a home on Amanda Court. They say they found the laser pointer hidden in a basket in the front yard of the house. Police say that they entered the house and found a man hiding under a pile of clothes in the bedroom. He was arrested. Police will charge the 44-year-old on summons with prejudicing the safe operation of an aircraft, interfering with crew or aircraft, reckless conduct endangering life, possessing a prohibited weapon, and assault police. First…
TWO people are wanted for stealing more than $2000 worth of items from Cheltenham shopping centres in March. Police allege the duo took items worth $1200 without attempting to pay from a shop on 1 March. An hour afterwards they stole $1000 worth of items from a shop at another nearby centre. An image of two people (pictured above) police wish to speak to has been released. Anyone who recognises them can contact Crime Stoppers Victoria on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at crimestoppersvic.com.au. First published in the Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News – 5 May 2021
A MAN has been charged over a car crash which killed a 75-year-old woman in Carrum last year. The Chelsea resident died on 12 November, two days after the collision occurred at the intersection of Station Street and McLeod Road. Police say that a Toyota Hilux ute collided with a Mazda sedan. On 30 April they charged a 21-year-old Berwick man with dangerous driving causing death, careless driving, and fail to give way at intersection. The accused man was bailed to appear at the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 5 May. First published in the Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News – 5…
SITE reviews are underway to find a home for a new local aquatic centre. Kingston councillors have approved an Aquatic Facility Plan. Council plans to construct a new swimming centre somewhere in the central or south region of the municipality. Kingston mayor Steve Staikos said “aquatic facilities are extremely valuable for the community boosting the health and wellbeing of all ages, and also providing essential water safety education and a social gathering place for families and friends to come together. This is a major investment for our community and requires rigorous planning to make sure it’s delivered well. Council is…