THE latest publication from the Mornington Peninsula Family History Society centres around the history of culturally-significant Frankston Mechanics’ Institute and free library located on ‘the Hill’ in Bay Street, Frankston. The book is aptly titled “Hall on the Hill, A History of the Mechanics’ Institute and Free Library, 1873 to 2013”. The book, of over three hundred pages, was compiled by Anne Ringer from government records including those of the Land and Health Departments, newspaper accounts and personal experiences of local residents. Early Beginnings: The idea that a site for a Free Library in Frankston was first suggested in August…
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FRANKSTON CIU detectives are appealing for information after learning of a group of men with “irish accents” looking to scam people. Police said one woman had been scammed of $29,000. Police are looking for a group of up to four males who have been travelling around the Seaford area purporting to be tradies operating under the name “First Choice Home Solutions”. The men have been dropping off flyers (pictured) with a contact number attached. Police said the men offer to do jobs for cash, and demand up front payments. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800…
FRANKSTON Police are pleading for a missing woman to come forward to let her family know she is safe. 45-year-old Julie Williamson (pictured) was last seen by family on 15 January leaving an address in Seaford. Police said she has a young daughter who she has not made contact with. Police said her family are concerned for her wellbeing, and encouraged her to come forward to let them know she is okay. She is believed to frequent food vans. Anyone with information can phone Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000. First published in the Frankston Times – 4 March 2019
SCHOOL is out for the eight students of the Cafe Creations program at Frankie’s Cafe, as they celebrated their graduation last week. The program is designed for students between 15 and 24 years old, who are not currently employed, at school, or learning a trade. Frankie’s Cafe at the Frankston South Community and Recreation Centre plays host to the program which enables participants to gain their Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) Certificate, their Food Handlers Certificate, and experience working in a hospitality environment. Program graduate Courtney said “when I came into this program I had very low confidence and self-worth,…
ARTISTS from Australia, New Zealand, Italy, Germany, and France are set to touch down in Frankston shortly for the second annual Big Picture Fest. The 2019 festival runs from 22 March to 24 March, and will kick off with a free event that sees talented artists making their mark on the local streets. Frankston mayor Michael O’Reilly said “this is world-class street art right here in own on city.” “We’re talking renowned international, national and local artists all here to create timeless pieces of art that will not only attract visitors throughout the Festival, but also in the years to…