Police Investigate Suspicious Factory Fire In Carrum Downs
Police are investigating a suspicious factory fire at a Carrum Downs car paint business after emergency services were called to Brett Drive about 2.10am. Victoria Police said three offenders fled the scene in a dark-coloured Jeep utility.
14-Year-Old Among Three Charged Over Alleged Frankston Home Invasion Spree
Three teens, including a 14-year-old boy, have been charged after police linked alleged aggravated home invasions in Frankston to a wider investigation involving a stolen vehicle, weapons charges and an alleged police evasion in Hastings.
Frankston Fire Festival To Light Up Waterfront This Winter
Frankston Fire Festival will bring fire pits, live music, food vendors, fire performers and large-scale fire art to Frankston Waterfront on Saturday 13 June.
Frankston Mayor And CEO To Sleep Out As Rough Sleeping Hits Four-Year High
Frankston City Mayor Cr Sue Baker and CEO Tennille Bradley will take part in the Vinnies CEO Sleepout as council calls for $2.5 million in State Government funding to expand local homelessness outreach.
Gatto Arrest Puts Construction Integrity Back In Election Spotlight
Mick Gatto has been released without charge after being arrested and interviewed by Taskforce Hawk detectives at Mount Martha during an investigation into alleged financial offences.
Frankston Business Chamber Welcomes Trader Support Review
Frankston Business Chamber has welcomed Frankston City Council’s move to review trader support, de-escalation training and clearer referral pathways for local businesses.
Frankston Council Backs Trader Support Training Review
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Frankston City Council will investigate a trader and community support training program after local businesses raised concerns about anti-social behaviour, staff safety and business confidence.
Mayor Vote Ends In Stalemate As Mornington Peninsula Shire Splits 5-5
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council has failed to elect a new mayor after councillors split 5-5 in two consecutive votes, leaving Cr Paul Pingiaro as Acting Mayor until councillors try again on 16 June.
If The Shire Wants Cleaner Bins, It Needs Clearer Communication
Safety Beach resident Joe Lenzo argues the Mornington Peninsula Shire should focus more on clear communication and practical waste education if it wants to reduce recycling and FOGO bin contamination.
Mornington Peninsula Shire To Elect New Mayor Tomorrow
Mornington Peninsula Shire councillors will meet tomorrow night to elect a new mayor following Anthony Marsh’s resignation, with the current 10-member chamber leaving open the possibility of a deadlocked vote.
