100-YEAR-old Warwick Exton is Frankston’s citizen of the year. Exton is a passionate environmentalist who dedicates his time to preserving and restoring Sweetwater Creek Reserve. He has written a book, Action Sweetwater Creek, which details his love for the place and calls for the site to be officially proclaimed a nature reserve. Before working with the Action Sweetwater Creek group and the Frankston Primary School committee, Exton served in World War Two. He finished his service as a flight lieutenant in the United Kingdom. In his acceptance speech, Exton stressed the importance of looking after the environment. “I’d like to…
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THE winners of the 2023 Frankston Gift have been crowned. Saye Morris was the winner in the men’s 70 metre gift, and Zoe Neale took out the women’s 70 metre gift. Corey Baker and Lincoln Barnes finished second and third in the men’s division respectively. In the women’s division, second place Kiara Reddingius and third place Grace O’Dwyer joined Neale on the podium. Neale ran an adjusted time of 8.525 seconds. Morris’ adjusted time was 7.55 seconds. Winners at the Frankston Gift have gone on to perform strongly at the Stawell Gift in the past. The 2023 Frankston Gift was…
Moorabbin Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a burglary at a residence in Chelsea on 27 January. Investigators believe the offenders gained entry to the Camp Street house sometime between 9.30pm and 10.30pm. During the burglary the offenders stole personal items including jewellery, ornaments, medication and a family members ashes. No arrests have been made at this stage. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Victoria Police News – Monday 30 January 2023
KINGSTON residents can now share ideas and suggestions to council year-round through an online portal. Kingston Council has launched the Talking Kingston page. Residents can visit the site to offer their own ideas about projects they want to see completed in their area. Hadi Saab, the mayor of Kingston Council, said the online portal is “a great way for us to capture a wide mix of ideas well before we start drafting our budget. It ensures that we have the community’s great suggestions on our radar for the future if an idea can’t be implemented in the short-term.” “We run…
THE first Kingston Farmers Market at its new home will be held next weekend. The popular market has relocated from Highett to Kingston Heath Reserve. Suburban Rail Loop works will overtake the market’s old home. Kingston mayor Hadi Saab said that Kingston Heath Reserve would a good home for the market. “Home to the Botanic Gardens, the reserve provides a tranquil, leafy-green space with natural shade, extensive paths, public toilets, and plenty of seating. The market will be a great addition to the Cheltenham community, offering a range of stallholders supporting local Victorian farmers and artisanal producers. Same local traders,…