A TORCH relay was a highlight of an All Abilities Day at Civic Reserve Recreation Centre last month. The Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Special Olympics promoting inclusion, opportunities and respect for all, was started by Mornington Police Senior Sergeant Kirby Tonkin. About 20 police joined in. Ten people with varying abilities were chosen to run the torch through the Mornington Rose Gardens wearing torch bearers’ t-shirts. On their arrival the caldron was lit by Cr Antonella Celi who officially declared the day open. The event, celebrating International Disability Day, was run by Belgravia Leisure and Mornington Peninsula Shire.…
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A MAN is dead after an alleged hit and run in Dingley Village. Police were called to Spring Road at around 4.30am, 20 December, and were told that a man’s body had been found by a passer-by. A crime scene was established, and police believe the death to be a result of a hit and run. The major collision investigation unit attended the scene. The death takes the road toll for 2019 up to 261. Anyone who witnessed the collision, with dash cam footage or with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a…
A SURVEY to help decide the future use of Braeside Park has been launched by Parks Victoria. Some of the proposed changes to the 310 hectare space include allowing dogs and group camping. Parks Victoria launched a survey to gauge community responses on 9 December. Parks Victoria area chief ranger cardinia sandbelt Darren Mitchell said “the community has told us how important Braeside Park is to them, their oasis in the suburbs. This consultation process will help Parks Victoria create a plan that ensures the park continues to provide diverse opportunities to interact with nature while preserving this park and…
THE state opposition has blasted a “massive cost blowout” on the construction of the Mordialloc Freeway. The nine kilometer stretch of road, which will link the Mornington Peninsula Freeway at Springvale Road in Aspendale Gardens to the Dingley Bypass in Dingley Village, was estimated to cost around $375 million. Shadow minister for roads Gordon Rich-Phillips said the “2019-20 mid-year budget update shows that costs for Labor’s projects continue to blowout, including on the Mordialloc Freeway.” “In May 2017, Labor committed $300 million to fully fund the project, before having another $75 million injected into the troubled project in the 2018/19…
AN 18-year-old man will be charged on summons after allegedly riding an unregistered monkey bike in the Pines Flora and Fauna Reserve. The crime can carry the punishment of large fines and licence disqualification for 24 months. Police have released images of other unknown men who they wish to speak to in relation to illegal monkey bike riding activities. Report information confidentially to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au First published in the Frankston Times – 23 December 2019