AN assault on a bus between Frankston and Mornington last month is being investigated by police. Police believe that two students were assaulted on the bus at around 2.45pm on 15 June. Transit Crime Investigation Unit is handling the investigation. Detectives have released an image of people (below) they wish to speak to help with their investigation. Anyone with information is urged to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 and quote incident 20220996. First published in the Frankston Times – 20 July 2020
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A WHALE relaxing in the water at Aspendale beach last week attracted a small crowd of curious onlookers. The whale was spotted on 8 July. The next day a whale believed to be the same one was spotted in Mornington. Victoria’s Conservation Regulator states that recreational boaters must remain 200 metres from whales, while “high impact vessels” like jet skis must remain 300 metres away. Swimmers are not allowed within 50 metres of a whale. Conservation Regulator program manager Paul Hutcheson said “we recognise people are interested in seeing these magnificent marine creatures up close, but the minimum approach distances…
UPGRADE works to Thompsons Road have been completed at a final cost of $225 million to taxpayers. The conclusion of works at the intersection of Frankston-Dandenong Road and Thompsons Road signalled the end of the project. The roundabout at the intersection was removed and replaced with lights. Works at the intersection ran for five weeks, with detours in place during the duration. The intersection has been widened to include two right-turn lanes, three through-lanes, and slip lanes. The Thompsons Road Upgrade project has also seen a 10.7 kilometre stretch of the road duplified and a level crossing removed. Carrum MP…
KINGSTON Council believes that false rate notices may be circulating around the municipality. Council put out a warning about the fraudulent notices last week. Kingston rates notices will not be sent out until next month. A statement put out on council’s Facebook page read “we’ve been made aware of a potential scam involving fake rates notices. City of Kingston rates notices won’t be out until August this year, and would never contain your personal bank or credit card details.” “Kingston would also never contact you asking for credit card details or other personal information over the phone. If you’re ever…
Moorabbin Criminal Investigation Unit detectives are hoping to identify a man following a burglary in Mentone last month. It is believed an unknown man has gained entry to the underground carpark on Collins Street about 9am on 25 June. The man forced a roller door and then forced the padlocks open on some storage cages. He has stolen a suitcase and some other items before leaving on foot. Investigators have released an image of a man they believe will be able to assist with their enquiries. Anyone who recognises the man or with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers…