A SIX-week-old foal allegedly stolen from a Carrum Downs stable has been found dead after a two day search. The thoroughbred foal, named Holly, was born with contracted tendons, and was required to wear splints to help her stand upright. The horse was reported missing from its McCormicks Road property on 12 November. On the morning of 14 November, the horse was found dead at its drinking trough. The foal was the offspring of mare Zagenza, who has amassed nearly $23,000 in winnings during her racing days. Frankston CIU, who are investigating the incident, said that vets gave the foal…
Author: Brodie Cowburn
CHELSEA SES unit have passed a significant milestone, as they celebrated their 65th birthday with an event on 9 November. SES volunteer Phil Wall said the event went well and was a great celebration of 65 years of hard work. “It was a lovely day. It all went really well,” he said. “I’ve been asked what Chelsea SES is, and I’ve been there for 15 years and we have a couple of members who have been there 25. Over my years and the 40 years I’ve lived in Chelsea, the area has changed so much in that time. “There is…
ALL roads lead to next week’s election, as both major parties look to traffic reducing infrastructure in their final push for votes. The state coalition has pledged to put $600 million into getting rid of traffic lights along the Dingley Bypass to create the new “Dingley Freeway”. In addition to the removal of six sets of lights, the intersection at Westall Road and Spring Road in Dingley Village is also on the chopping block. Three sets of lights in Clarinda and three in Springvale South will be axed under the state opposition’s plan. The opposition say that they will work…
DISTRICT HEATHERHILL have batted strongly on the first day of their two dayer against Carrum to set their opponents a daunting total to chase. Winning the toss and choosing to bat, Heatherhill started shakily and lost their first wicket for just 11. Kieran Miller was waiting at first drop to come in, and he did all the damage. Miller put together brilliant innings of 93 runs before being bowled by Hand, and helped his side post a mammoth total of 9/285 before declaring with an over left to play. Carrum defended out their lone over for the day without loss…
THE quiet which had been brooding over Frankston, since the outburst on Friday, when it was rumored that the Allies’ Peace terms had been agreed, and hostilities on all battle fronts had ceased, was broken on Monday evening at about nine o’clock when it was officially announced that Peace had at least been proclaimed and the war was ended. Although Friday’s demonstration had somewhat worn off the novelty, there was no less sincerity and relief in the hearts off the crowd which thronged the streets and gave vent to their pent up feelings a few minutes after the bells began…