SEAFORD Road has been reopened to the public after the completion of level crossing removal works. The removal of boom gates had seen the busy road and some nearby parking spaces closed for six weeks. Public Transport Minister Jacinta Allan and Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny visited Seaford Road to declare works had finished ahead of schedule. “This is such a huge project for the local area and the $10 million revitalisation of Seaford will build on what people already love about Seaford and improve access and safety of the area. With the Seaford level crossing gone, attention now turns to…
Author: Brodie Cowburn
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…
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…