TWO police officers raised over $5000 for the Blue Ribbon Foundation at a fundraiser on 8 January. Senior Constable Julie Morris and colleague Sergeant Daniel Burton swam 10kms from Mornington Pier to Frankston Pier in an effort to raise funds. The Blue Ribbon Foundation aims to fund mental health and PTSD resources. Senior Constable Morris made headlines last year after saving a swimmer from drowning at Frankston Pier. More information at gofundme.com/manage/pier-to-pier-for-our-peers First published in the Frankston Times – 13 January 2020
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OVER 100 people teamed up at Frankston Library last week to help make nests for animals affected by bushfires. Fires raging across the nation have devastated the wildlife population, experts say. University of Sydney ecologist Professor Chris Dickman said that he estimates “the number of animals killed in bushfires in NSW to more than 800 million animals, and more than one billion animals impacted nationally.” “I think there’s nothing quite to compare with the devastation that’s going on over such a large area so quickly. It’s a monstrous event in terms of geography and the number of individual animals affected,”…
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.…
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…