THE Mornington Peninsula Freeway is set to be upgraded as part of a state-wide road maintenance blitz.The state government said all roads would be prioritised based on expert assessments and…
A WILDLIFE rescue group was robbed at a Frankston fundraiser last week, its director says.Frankston-based rescue organisation Animalia Wildlife Shelter held a sausage sizzle last week to raise badly needed…
CRIME in Frankston rose by more than 18 percent in the 2024/2025 financial year, climbing to its highest level in a decade.There were 13,754 criminal incidents recorded in the Frankston…
A significant animal welfare operation was executed late last week at a property on Moorooduc Highway in Mt Eliza, with the RSPCA seizing 35 horses. The operation, following months of…
THE Salvation Army has been out in force across Frankston and Mornington to raise money for the 61st annual Red Shield Appeal. Nationwide the Salvation Army hopes to raise $38…
FREE plants will be given away to Kingston residents as part of a bid to increase local vegetation. Kingston mayor Georgina Oxley said “we are committed to expanding our biodiversity…
A LEGENDARY local fisherman is the subject of a new mural at Mordialloc Railway Station. The mural, painted by renowned street artist Smug, depicts Terry Titchener. Titchener wears many hats,…
Men’s Division One After a string of thrilling wins, luck has finally turned against Langwarrin. The Kangaroos have won a series of nail-biters this season. They took on Pines at…
Soccer Joe Tweats and Bailey Head are the latest players to arrive on the local scene after joining Langwarrin and Peninsula Strikers respectively. Tweats, 23, was signed from Northcote City…
MPFNL MEN’S DIV ONEROSEBUD are back on the winner’s list after beating Pines on Saturday.Ladder leaders Rosebud came into the match off of a shock three point loss to Langwarrin.…
SOCCER MORNINGTON expects ex-Manchester United midfielder Liam Grimshaw to arrive this week. The 30-year-old came through youth ranks at United before signing a professional contract with the English giant in…
IF laughter is the best medicine, local audiences are in for a healthy dose of endorphins when the 2024 Melbourne International Comedy Festival embarks on its 26th annual road trip…
FRANKSTON came away with three big awards at the annual Australian Street Art Awards. The Big Picture Fest, which got underway this week, sees artists from across the globe paint…
A FLEET of sailboats is gearing up to set sail for the annual Long Beach Regatta Trophy competition. Chelsea Yacht Club will host the 2024 edition of the race on…
PREPARE to be immersed in the rich melodies of Celtic music as the Melbourne Celtic Festival On Tour makes its way to Frankston. Fresh from the success of its sold-out…
VETERAN international yachtsman John Houston Buzaglo is known around the world as “Buz” although some of his mates have taken to calling him Sir Buz after he was awarded an…
MODERN technology will bring Kingston’s past to life with an innovative virtual walking trail that explores the rich history of Mentone and Mordialloc. Kingston Libraries has launched the online Historical…
A WORLD of collectible items that were once part of our everyday past is on display at the Old Bakery Museum, Mentone. The ‘Where have all the houses gone?’ exhibition…
THERE have been countless happy campers at Mt Eliza over the past 90 years. Apart from when being used to recuperate US soldiers wounded in the Pacific campaign during World…
