OVER 12,500 Frankston residents have so far received the state government’s $250 Power Saving Bonus. Billed as a way to ease the cost of living, the program encourages applicants find a better energy deal – with thousands of Victorians choosing to switch and save by changing their energy deal through the Victorian Energy Compare website. The Victorian Energy Compare website is an independent comparison website, making it easy for Victorians to find a cheaper offer and keeping big energy retailers in check. The Energy Assistance Program – a free service providing energy consumers experiencing hardship with one-on- one assistance –…
Author: Bayside News
TREAT yourself and your pet to a fun-filled day of entertainment, activities and giveaways at the Pets’ Day Out at Ballam Park, Frankston. Pets’ Day Out is a fun and free community event which delights animal enthusiasts of all ages. This year you can experience face painting, an animal farm, pony rides, flyball, animal education and some great performances in the demonstration arena. Pets’ Day Out will be held on Saturday, 29 April 10am-3pm. Free entry. First published in the Frankston Times – 25 April 2023
THE countdown is on to Cheaper Child Care in the electorate of Dunkley with about 5,800 local families set to benefit from the Albanese Government’s changes. From 1 July, the Government will cut the cost of early education and care for local families and around 1.2 million families across the country. The changes will cut costs by about $1,700 a year for the average family on about $120,000 a year, who have a child in care three days a week. For families on a combined income of $80,000 or less, the Child Care Subsidy rate will lift to 90 per…
LOOKING for a unique and unforgettable musical experience in Mordialloc? Look no further than The Australian Male Welsh Choir at The Bridge Hotel on Wednesday evening 26th April. This premier male choir is renowned for their beautiful harmonies and stirring performances, and they’re sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone lucky enough to hear them sing. The Australian Welsh Male Choir are being joined by the wonderful Mornington Peninsula Welsh Ladies Choir who will be singing music that they will be taking with them on their tour of Wales this year. Both choirs are directed by renowned and highly…
ONE of Stroke Foundation’s most prolific fundraisers has been recognised for his achievements, being named a finalist in the 2023 Stroke Awards. Mordialloc personal trainer Dan Maitland has raised almost $80,000 for the Stroke Foundation over the past three years, organising major events during the organisation’s major annual fundraiser, Stride4Stroke. It’s a cause close to Dan’s heart after his sister Bec experienced a lifechanging stroke in 2016 at just 28 years old. “It’s great to be recognised for such an achievement, but I couldn’t have done it by myself. It takes an army,” Dan said. “Stride4Stroke has been a really…