MORE than 2500 new mothers have been screened for perinatal depression and anxiety through a new Peninsula Health program. Peninsula Health says that its iCOPE system is a “world-first online screening program to detect perinatal depression”. The program, a partnership between Peninsula Health and Centre of Perinatal Excellence, has been running for nearly a year. It is estimated that more than 100,000 parents a year suffer from perinatal depression or anxiety. Peninsula Health says that around 74 per cent of women with perinatal anxiety or depression don’t seek help until they reach a crisis point. Centre of Perinatal Excellence Dr…
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KINGSWOOD Golf Course in Frankston will host a charity golf day next month to raise money for Ronald McDonald House. The Rivers Round event is organised by the family of River Reid, a young girl who miraculously survived a bout with cancer. River Reid was diagnosed with stage four lymphoma and HLH when she was just six months old. She endured 60 rounds of chemotherapy in the five months that followed and went into remission. A fundraiser has been set up by Simon Reid. He said that the Ronald McDonald House was a “blessing” for the family and had provided…
Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a collision in Seaford this morning. Emergency services were called to reports of a two-car collision on Seaford Road about 3.30am. Police were told the occupants of both vehicles fled the scene on foot. Five men were located nearby. They were all taken to hospital and are assisting police with their enquiries. Anyone who witnessed the collision, has CCTV/dashcam footage or information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Victoria Police News – Monday 3 April 2023
THE Kingston Pet Expo will return to Kingston Heath Reserve in Cheltenham this Saturday. The pet-friendly event will run from 10am to 2pm on 1 April. The schedule for the day features pet competitions, kids’ activities, demonstrations, and interactive talks. Competition categories include happiest dog, and dog tricks. Stalls will be set up with products for pets. For more information visit kingston.vic.gov.au/community/events/upcoming-events/kingstons-pet-expo First published in the Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News – 29 March 2023
A TEAM of young Mordialloc beach life savers won gold at the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships at Scarborough last weekend. The Mordialloc Life Saving Club’s under 14/15 mixed beach relay team claimed gold on Saturday. It was the first gold medal won by a Victorian club on the day. The winning team featured Swayde Cole, Trinity Barrow, Archie Minster, and Harrison Scurrah. Cole also won gold in the under 15 girls beach flags event on Sunday. Harrison Scurrah said that being a national champion is hard to believe. “I’m still pinching myself that I’m an Australian champion – it’s…