MARINA Prior will head a star-studded evening to celebrate the Christmas season at the much-loved annual Carols by Kingston event on Sunday 9 December. This year Carols by Kingston will be held in a new location, Bicentennial Park in Chelsea. Mayor Steve Staikos said that Kingston has a reputation for booking outstanding performers at the free carols event. “This year we are delighted to announce that Australia’s ‘leading lady of musical theatre’, Marina Prior, will head the line-up,” said Cr Staikos. Alongside Marina Prior, Carols by Kingston will feature: performances by Kate Amos, Alinta Chidzey, Bernard Curry, Nina Ferro, Patrick…
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A DECISION on if Pompei’s Landing in Mordialloc is worthy of heritage status has been delayed until early 2019. The Heritage Council was due to hear submissions on the heritage application for Pompei’s Boat Works, but postponed that process until next year. A heritage overlay at the site would ensure that a planning permit is required to subdivide or consolidate land, demolish or remove a building, construct a building, externally alter a building, construct or carry out works, construct or display a sign, or externally paint an unpainted surface. A group titled ‘Save Pompei’s Landing” has been lobbying to get…
THE re-elected state Labor government announced their new cabinet on 29 November, with local MPs being promoted to parliamentary secretaries. Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny was appointed parliamentary secretary for early childhood education, while Mordialloc MP Tim Richardson was appointed parliamentary secretary for schools. Frankston MP Paul Edbrooke will also be working under Lisa Neville MP as the parliamentary secretary for police and emergency services. All three retained their seats at the state election with hugely increased majorities. Mr Edbrooke said in a Facebook post “it’s a huge honour to be appointed Parliamentary Secretary for Police and Emergency Services. Lisa Neville…
FRANKSTON Council has made a plea to re-elected Frankston MP Paul Edbrooke to make funding commitments to their ‘Future Frankston’ projects. Council last week released a statement which heaped praise on Liberal candidate Michael Lamb for committing to council’s four major projects. “Council is delighted that Michael Lamb and the Victorian Liberals have met each of the four priority funding requests made in the lead up to the state election,” said mayor Cr Michael O’Reilly. “This is a fantastic achievement following months of extensive advocacy and we’re proud our work alongside relevant stakeholders has resulted in this positive outcome for…
Frankston Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a burglary in Frankston South on 26 November. Investigators have been told a property on Bembridge Avenue was broken into about 1pm. A number of items including jewellery were stolen during the burglary. Investigators have released an image and CCTV of a man who they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries. He is described as Caucasian with short brown hair and wearing glasses. Anyone who recognises the man or has information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Source: Victoria…