AN exhibition drawing inspiration from the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of 2020 is ready to go on display at the Frankston Arts Centre. The works on show aim to capture life as it was a year ago – truly a time like no other. The Time, Last Year opens at the Arts Centre this month. The event will feature the launch of a community anthology, Stories at the End of the Line, on Friday 14 May. Anthology contributor Susan Chapman has written a prose piece titled Beach Cleaner. “Beach cleaning became an important part of my day. I’d go out…
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IF you delve deep into your past, who knows what you may find? An opportunity to learn more about your family history will be offered at Langwarrin Community Centre this month. A group has formed to help people research and discover more about their past. Starting this month, participants will listen to guest speakers and share resources in the quest for information. The group was formed by Kate Storey and Diane Wise. Ms Wise said “I’m an enthusiastic newbie to family history. I love finding out who’s who in my family tree.” “We’re not experts, but we’ll have knowledgeable guest…
FOLLOWING a hugely successful 2019 sell-out tour, Queen – Bohemian Rhapsody are returning with a Brand New show in 2021 combining Queens ‘Greatest Hits’ and a few of the most popular songs on their albums. The hit movie QUEEN – Bohemian Rhapsody exposed this fantastic band to a much wider audience making QUEEN more popular than ever. Without a doubt, Queen is amongst the greatest rock bands of the twentieth century and Freddie Mercury is hailed by many as the most charismatic and flamboyant performer in contemporary rock. Queen is amongst the greatest rock bands of the 20th century and…
KINGSTON Council has issued a public apology for a Kingston Youth Services program which ran at Parkdale Secondary College. On 26 April, council released a statement on its Facebook page which read “council is deeply sorry that a recent diversity and inclusion session delivered by Kingston Youth Services at Parkdale Secondary College has caused hurt and anguish to students and parents. It is clear the program had the opposite impact to what was intended and we understand the serious concern of the school and wider-community.” “Please be assured we are investigating this as a matter of urgency and will take…
A SURVEY to help decide local laws for pets is underway. The survey is part of Kingston Council’s review of its domestic animal management plan. The mayor Steve Staikos said “we’re asking pet owners and non-pet owners to fill out our survey and give us their views on a range of questions like ‘should it be compulsory to de-sex your pet’ and ‘what age animals should be required to be de-sexed’. These are often contentious issues within the community, so we want to make sure everyone has a chance to have their say.” “Our parks, reserves and beaches are there…