THE Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union and its shop steward Kevin Pattinson have been fined nearly $70,000 for preventing an apprentice and electrician from working at a Frankston construction site. It was alleged that the two tradies were stopped from working because they were not members of a union. It was alleged that Mr Pattinson had asked the apprentice and electrician if they were union members at a site induction at the Monash Peninsula Student Accommodation Project on 13 September, 2018. The workers were allegedly told they had to be members of a union to work at the…
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POLICE went head to head with kids last weekend in a fishing competition at Frankston Pier. The competition kicked off on Sunday morning, and was organised by That’s the Thing About Fishing. Officers from Frankston Police Station took part on the day. TTTAF founder Glenn Cooper said the group “is dedicated to helping the most vulnerable members of the community through the social interaction of fishing”. “Teaching a person to fish is more than learning to fish. It gives a person a sense of purpose and assists with mental health and motor skills. TTTAF’s vision is to alleviate boredom which…
A RABBIT out for a late night hop has ended up in police custody. The bunny (pictured) was brought in by police at around 1.30am on Tuesday, 8 October. He was caught on McAllister Street, Frankston and taken to Frankston Police Station. Police are now looking to reunite the rabbit with its owner. Call Frankston Police at 9784 5555. First published in the Frankston Times – 14 October 2019
A MAN in a vessel anchored off Carrum has allegedly returned a positive breath test. Water police checked the vessel and tested the man at around 10.35am, 12 October. The 21-year-old Bonbeach man was required to undergo an evidentiary test, and allegedly returned a result of 0.141 The man was given a penalty infringement notice for $702 for operating or be master of a vessel whilst blood alcohol limit is above 0.14 First published in the Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News – 16 October 2019
KEELEY Park will play host to Kingston’s inaugural Spring Fair this weekend. The park will host a ferris wheel, live music, and sporting workshops for visitors. The mayor Georgina Oxley said “alongside roving performers, amusement rides, local music and cultural performances, an exhibition cricket match and soccer workshops will be held as well as delicious food.” “There will be picnic furniture and blankets set up, so you can bring your own snacks or enjoy what’s on offer. Keeley Park offers a beautiful backdrop for a community event and also has a new regional playground which families can enjoy during the…