DREDGING in and around the entrance of Mordialloc Creek will begin this week to clear sand build up that may be a hazard for recreational and commercial boaters. Beach visitors may notice smells and odours given off by dredged sand that contains seaweed. Parks Victoria will regularly test the sand to ensure there is no risk to public safety. “The works form part of Parks Victoria’s ongoing dredging program to ensure the continuation of safe boating access within Port Phillip and Western Port,” Parks Victoria local ports and waterways senior manager Victor Teoh said. “While the dredged sand may look…
Author: Bayside News
ART lovers or anyone looking for a unique Christmas gift can enjoy two consecutive weekends of creative expression when 18 artists showcase their work for the Peninsula Studio Trail. About 20 artists from Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula will display their artwork, covering a range of mediums including painting, sculpture, textiles, ceramics, jewellery and printmaking. Some artists will demonstrate their techniques and take questions from visitors. One of the artists participating in the event, Mt Eliza author and publisher, designer, silk painter, printmaker, card designer and teacher Lorna Gerard, said the event was a wonderful opportunity for residents and visitors…
THE chance sighting of a stolen car in Seaford earlier this month led to the retrieval of alcohol, electronics equipment, skateboard, tools and motor bikes allegedly stolen from houses and cars the Patterson Lakes and Bonbeach areas. Police spotted the Holden Rodeo utility in Cane Av, Wednesday 5 October, and arrested a 23-year-old Frankston man and a 24-year-old Frankston North man. A search of their house allegedly unearthed the contraband, stolen in a series of aggravated burglaries from late September. The pair will appear on aggravated burglary, burglary and thefts from motor cars at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on Friday 4…
THIEVES used a stolen credit card 12 times to buy jewellery and clothing items from stores at Frankston Centro shopping centre on Monday 10 October. Police will allege that, earlier that day, the thieves pulled the flyscreen off a window to enter a Petrie St, Frankston house and stole a woman’s handbag. The woman, who was at home at the time, had left the bag in her bedroom at about 2.30pm. The thieves then went on a shopping spree at Myer, Country Road and various jewellery stores, using the card’s PayPass facility to buy items valued at under $100 each…
A $300,000 revamp of Keast Park in Seaford has been completed in time for families and visitors to enjoy during the spring and summer months. Natural space with sand pits and giant boulders have been created alongside rolling timber walkways and a mega-swing. Timber benches, boardwalks and improved beach access via granite pathways makes the park a top destination for picnics with the addition of an extra barbecue and more tables. Frankston Council CEO Dennis Hovenden said the redevelopment of Keast Park complements the Keast Park Pavilion. “This park is a favourite among residents and visitors and is one of…