A FRANKSTON South amateur photographer is one of 12 people in the running for the top prize in the Perspectives of the Inner West photography competition. IT infrastructure specialist Tim Matthews was selected from a pool of 1000 photo entries. He is in contention to win the $5000 top prize. Matthews submitted a photo of his son playing in puddles (pictured above). The 12 images chosen as the best, including Matthews’, will be displayed at an exhibition in Yarraville later this month. First published in the Frankston Times – 9 May 2023
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AN underground lights spectacular is up and running at the Frankston Arts Centre car park. Plexus by Mandylights welcomed guests for the first time last Friday. Further sessions will run between 11 May and 14 May. The exhibition is a sensory lights and audio experience. It is for people of all ages. For more information on session times and prices visit artscentre.frankston.vic.gov.au First published in the Frankston Times – 9 May 2023
Police have arrested a man after an allegedly stolen tip truck was dumped in Frankston earlier this morning. Detectives noticed the Hino truck, which was stolen from an address in Highett, travelling in Keysborough about 2.15am. They called in the Air Wing which followed the truck until it entered an underground car park off Cranbourne Road in Frankston. A number of officers swarmed the area including members of the Dog Squad. A search was conducted and a 37-year-old Frankston man was arrested nearby. He is currently assisting police with their enquires. Victoria Police News – Monday 8 May 2023
RELATIONSHIP building and respect are driving the implementation of Kingston’s first Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). Since the adoption of the RAP in April 2022, Kingston has been working with Traditional Owners from The Bunurong Land Council, the Derrimut Weelam Gathering Place, community groups and schools on a range of events, projects, and initiatives. Kingston Mayor Hadi Saab said he is proud Council has taken a strong stand on this very important issue. “This important work is all about providing tangible and substantive benefits for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples by increasing equity and supporting First Nation’s self-determination,” Cr…
PLANS for Kingston’s highly anticipated new aquatic and leisure centre are firming up, with the business case now finalised and concept plans underway for a fully electric, accessible, and sustainable centre. Kingston Mayor Hadi Saab said the business case builds on fantastic community feedback and the very valuable work being undertaken by the community reference group. “We are proud to be investing significantly to boost the health and wellbeing of our community, increase water safety and build strong community connections,” Cr Saab said. The business case, prepared by external consultants, confirms construction of the centre is expected to cost $79.2…