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25.01.2022 EXCLUSIVE: A Frankston granny who gave birth at 51 via IVF treatment bankrolled by a dole rort also didn’t declare the cash she earned through multiple media deals.

23.01.2022 A teenage boy has been arrested following the death of Cam Smith. Detectives are still trying to track down two other males and a female they believe may be able to assist with the investigation.

22.01.2022 REELED IN: A Mornington Peninsula media director has made videos about wine and cars. So he should have known not to mix the two, yet he's been nabbed boozed-up behind the wheel yet again. READ MORE: https://bit.ly/2V80KGc

22.01.2022 Rosie's Kitchen Pantry is one of the first hospitality venues in Frankston to expand outdoors through council’s extended outdoor dining program. Concrete safety barriers between the road and outside dining area were installed at the Frankston South business, as well as added colour to the barriers and dining parklet bays to make the space welcoming. The creation of the parklets was funded as part of a $500,000 State Government grant.... Parklets and expanded outdoor dining spaces will be in place until the are reviewed in June next year. Council officers then developed a site activation plan and facilitated the permit process. Our officers identified the best option to meet social distancing and safety requirements with the creation an outside dining area, Deputy Mayor Nathan Conroy said. The existing six car parks were repositioned and this made room for an outdoor dining space. Pantry proprietor Rosie Major said the extend outdoor dining allowed her to increased patronage in line with current government COVID-safe guidelines. While business remained somewhat steady throughout lockdown through takeaways, since the creation of the outdoor dining customers have been coming back in droves, which is great for business. We have also been able to put on more staff," she said. There is a new sense of hope in the community and I feel neighbourhood businesses like mine have an important role to play in nurturing this. Our cafe provides a welcoming place for friends and family to sit, relax and connect over a coffee and some delicious locally made food. I absolutely love the bright colours the council painted the safety barriers. They really enhance the vibe and fun atmosphere we strive to deliver to our customers every day. For more information about Rosie’s Kitchen Pantry, visit https://www.facebook.com/RosiesKitchenPantry To connect with a council precinct officer for advice regarding outdoor seating, approvals processes and social distancing requirements, please email council’s business concierge: [email protected] For more information, visit https://www.frankston.vic.gov.au//Extended_Outdoor_Dining_ Caption: Rosie’s Kitchen Pantry proprietor Rosie Major chats with customers Molly and Samantha at the outdoor dining area.

22.01.2022 Readers across the state have told us who they go to for their hair, including the Frankston region winner, Rebecca Wood Hair. But who is the best in Victoria? Vote now. Read more: http://bitly.ws/aF78

19.01.2022 SEAFORD: Traders and residents are calling for more CCTV in the precinct in the wake of the tragic death of tradie Cam Smith.

19.01.2022 NUMBER'S UP: A con artist used a stolen card taken from a mailbox to fleece a homeowner out of $48k. And all it took was one phone call. READ MORE: https://bit.ly/2V5BKPV

18.01.2022 LET'S BRAG ABOUT FRANKSTON 2020 has been a tough year for our local businesses, so we've teamed up with Matt Preston to brag about our local food champions. Tell Matt about your favourite Frankston eateries in the survey below - whether it's the best coffee, bakery or restaurant - he wants to hear what we love about where we live: https://bit.ly/MattPrestonFoodSurvey

16.01.2022 Arthur Stone has been recognised for his outstanding service to basketball at Frankston and neighbouring Associations. A Life Member of the Frankston District Basketball Association (FDBA) and the Victorian Basketball Referees Association (VBRA) Frankston Branch, Mr Stone spoke about how he started referring in the 1970s after his daughter Penelope told him she was playing for the school team. The following year I decided to learn the rules and did a referee course with John... Holden. Somehow I passed and my first game alone was C grade ladies. They forgave me after the game," he said. I progressed and was soon doing representative games at Melbourne after my teams (coaching) had played their games. Mr Stone spoke about his love for refereeing juniors and the midday ladies competitions for the laughs not so much the A and B grade men. Most enjoyable games to work onThe kids. Number one definitely the kids. With the coaches permission, I used to do some quiet on-court coaching during the game," he said. I had some wonderful people running with me over the years. Almost always, great people, my longest partner would have been Robyn Tickner. We had a wonderful partnership over the years. We worked together as a team without thinking of it. VBRA Frankston Branch President Gaile Reid said Mr Stone joined the committee and held a number of different positions. We hold him in such high esteem that we created an award in his honour; the Arthur Stone Most Improved Referee of the Year. He is one of the two longest-serving participants -32 years- of the Southern Peninsula Tournament. Arthur is a true gentleman, mentor and friend to all who have had the privilege of working with him."

16.01.2022 Replas and Frankston City Council have teamed together with Frankston Sand and Soil and SR Engineering to install a concrete footpath using recycled soft plastic at Seaford. The footpath is the first council constructed project in Australia using Polyrok - a sustainable alternative to mineral aggregate in concrete for pathways, kerbs and channels that finds a home for the most problematic waste stream, soft plastic. Using soft plastic material like frozen pea bags and bread ...Continue reading

14.01.2022 ONLINE DATING DRAMA: A lovelorn man who couldn’t handle the split from his partner logged on to Plenty of Fish to try to lure her back. He tried his best to hook her but instead ended up sunk in the clink. READ MORE: https://bit.ly/3mhKw9B

14.01.2022 Free to read: Christmas will look a little different for Frankston in 2020, with the annual Festival of Lights sadly cancelled due to COVID-19. But council isn’t letting the pandemic get in the way of festive cheer, with dozens of activities lined up for residents to see in the silly season. Check out what’s in store for the region:

14.01.2022 Santa, Mrs Claus and their helpers have left clues in Frankston’s CBD for the young and young at heart as part of Frankston’s Magical Christmas Trail. Please bring your own smart device to read the QR codes throughout the trail. Follow the trail to find all 10 clues and unjumble the Magical Christmas code word to go in the draw to win one of four $50 vouchers to spend at a Frankston business.... The clues are scattered around Frankston City Centre where you will be on the search for a QR code leading you to the next clue. To enter the competition, you need to visit all 10 locations and submit your entry by 5pm December 21. As this is a self-paced trail, you can visit all locations in one day, one week or more. You also don’t have to enter the competition to enjoy the fun. For more information, please call the council events team on 1300 322 322 or email [email protected] Caption: Tammy and Gary, with Dusty, Hunter and Addison, get into the Christmas spirit at the Frankston Library forecourt.

12.01.2022 KEYSBOROUGH LATEST: A dole-cheat former taekwondo champ who represented Australia claimed financial hardship after fleecing $89,000 from Centrelink despite evidence the family home was registered in her name and she travelled overseas. GET THE FULL STORY HERE https://bit.ly/35lcgUE

10.01.2022 'IF I SEE POLICE I TAKE OFF': A drug-dealing junkie risked the lives of others in a dangerous stunt driving the wrong way down the Monash Freeway while fleeing chasing cops. Now this thrillseeking, habitual trafficker has learned his fate. READ MORE: https://bit.ly/2Uj9dG4

08.01.2022 SHOCKING: Opportunistic girl gangs are allegedly targeting children as young as 10 to steal phones, after a string of sickening attacks.

07.01.2022 NEVER LEARNS: A 34-year-old with a 24-page rap sheet - who killed his teenage mate in a horrific crash when he was aged 20 - is still risking people’s lives. READ MORE: https://bit.ly/3qfqgHS

07.01.2022 MASS MUGGER: A 20-year-old who loaded up on drugs stole a scooter and used it to attack Frankston and Seaford women, riding up behind them to snatch their bags.

05.01.2022 COUNCIL CREEP: A sex addict wanted to get his rocks off with a female companion. But instead of being discreet, he put on a very public display. READ MORE: https://bit.ly/37msaht

04.01.2022 Belvedere Bowls Club members can’t wipe the smiles from their faces after Frankston City Council backed a major $1.2 million clubhouse refurbishment. The works will include: -Demolition of an existing single storey office building on the site -Extension of the existing single storey clubroom building for new... amenities including a storeroom, bar, cleaner’s room, match committee room, entry foyer and office -Refurbishment of the existing kitchen and pantry and -Alterations to the existing car park Mayor Kris Bolam said the much needed upgrade would provide modern facilities that are accessible, inclusive and fit for purpose. Restrictions have meant that many residents, particularly our senior residents, have been unable to socialise or remain active over the past eight months," he said. It’s a great to know that not only will members once again be able to take to the green, they’ll also have a new clubhouse to be proud of. The Belvedere bowlers love their sport and use the three greens for competition four days a week during Pennant season and three days a week during the off season. The greens are also used for training and social play on most days of the week. Club board member and groundskeeper Rod Atherton said members were excited. It will be fantastic to get it going. It’s a big project, he said. Bowling is popular and this will provide room for future growth." The Belvedere Bowls Club is based at East Rd, Seaford, and caters for about 190 members. Its current facilities include a social room, kitchen, office space and several storage sheds. Belvedere Bowls Club was created following the amalgamation in 2016 of Frankston RSL and Seaford Bowls Clubs. It became evident that the facility at East Rd, formerly Seaford Bowls Club, was no longer functional or fit for purpose following the merger, hence the major refurbishment. The works are due to be completed by June next year. Pictured: Belvedere Bowls Club President Kevin McCormarck and member Jan Oakman.

03.01.2022 BOOZE AND BURGERS: A magistrate has told a teenage eyelash extension entrepreneur she can’t be blind to the legal consequences of taking drugs and stealing from cars - or she risks spending her 20s behind bars.

01.01.2022 The Frankston line has been pulled from the City Loop service as part of a huge shake-up of Melbourne’s train network. Read more: http://bitly.ws/aHh9