A FUNDRAISING event will be held on 20 October to raise money for Patterson Lakes resident Jackie Smith to help with her treatment for bowel cancer. Ms Smith was diagnosed with bowel cancer a year ago, and has since struggled through lengthy chemotherapy and radiation treatments with little progress made. Her health has taken another bad turn lately, when her donated kidney began failing due to the radiation therapy she was being put through. To help her raise the money needed for the next step of her treatment, immunotherapy, her friends have organised an event to raise funds and awareness…
Author: Brodie Cowburn
THE Station Street bridge connecting Bonbeach and Carrum has been opened to the public. Premier Daniel Andrews visited Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny on 22 September to officially signal the completion of the project, which began in March of this year. The bridge runs over Patterson River, and is replacing the pedestrian bridge that used to stand in its place. The new bridge is open for cars to make their way along Station Street. Construction of the bridge began when an 18.5 metre barge was towed in from Queenscliff. A 250 tonne crane was placed on the barge, and has been…
DIVISION ONE Sorrento SORRENTO bounced back brilliantly from their early season dramas, which saw coach Tony Blackford replaced Luke Tapscott in rushed circumstances. The Sharks had an excellent home and away season and looked unbeatable at times, before running out of steam at the wrong time during finals. Despite a disappointing after the siren Grand Final loss, Sorrento can take pride in the fact that they proved themselves this season with their new Peninsula league opponents. In Mitch Hallahan, James Hallahan, and Luke Tapscott they boast an impressive midfield, who provided great service to their quality tall timber all year.…
A FOOTBALL match between Frankston and Mornington was played at Mornington on Saturday last, and resulted in a win for the home team by a substantial majority. *** A “BACK to Childhood” dance the proceeds of which will go to the Frankston Roll of Honor fund, will be held in the Frankston Mechanics’ on Saturday (this) evening. Tickets priced at 2s are selling freely, and patrons are assured an enjoyable time. Prizes for the best sustained character, lady and gentlemen, will be given. *** MR J. A. Cameron notifies in another column that he has commenced business as a horseshoer…
THE Kindred Clubhouse program is set to receive a $500,000 boost from the federal government. The program aims to help provide a welcoming place for those with mental illness, and has run weekly sessions to help visitors since 2016. The funding for the program, based out of Frankston, will be used to employ support staff who will run regular activities for Clubhouse members, and provide advice and support. The Kindred Clubhouse program is predominantly designed for people who may be reluctant to access the more traditional, clinical, appointment-based services. Dunkley MP Chris Crewther said that “programs such as this are…