In brief
Getting creative
Roads survey
FRANK art exhibition is at FRANK Create Building, 31 Beach St, Frankston, 11am-2pm from today until Friday 28 August. The Frankston Regional Artisans Network is an art initiative for the Frankston community. It is hosting its first public art exhibition to showcase the works of locals painters, photographers, sculptors and designers. Entry by gold coin donation.
THOMPSONS Rd upgrade survey is open until 31 October. The state government has committed $20 million to date to duplicate Thompsons Rd, between Dandenong-Frankston Rd and the South Gippsland Hwy, and between Narre Warren-Cranbourne Rd and BerwickCranbourne Rd. Community involvement is vital for the successful completion of the upgrade, it says. To participate see frankston.vic.gov.au
Going beautifully
Beach drama: Jackson Hillier was first into the sea to help save a teenage girl from drowning off Frankston beach. Picture: Yanni
Beach rescue sees bravery rewarded WHEN Jackson Hillier heard a young girl was in strife in the waters off Frankston beach he did not hesitate. The teenager plunged into the sea and began a rescue effort that saved a 17-year-old girl’s life. The 16-year-old Bonbeach resident was at Frankston beach with a friend on 8 February last year when it suddenly became clear a girl was in danger of drowning. His actions in mounting a rescue effort will see the teen receive an Australia Bravery Award approved by the Governor-General. Senior Constable Cameron Wallace
and another beachgoer, Aleziah Spiers from South Australia, will also receive Bravery Awards after joining the Bonbeach teenager in the water to save the young girl’s life as she struggled about 250 metres off Frankston beach. “I didn’t even think about it, I just headed straight out there,” Jackson said. He more than an hour talking to the girl to calm her before the police officer and Mr Spiers joined him to help and drag the teenage girl back to shore. Jackson said the scariest moment came when he feared for his life “when
I went under” during the tiring ordeal. During the journey back to the beach the girl lost consciousness and Constable Wallace was forced to give her “three quick breaths causing her to be ill and also breathe again” according to information released by the GovernorGeneral’s office. Jackson, Mr Spiers and Senior Constable Wallace are among 40 Australians set to receive the Bravery Medal. The Bravery Award nomination noted: “By his actions, Mr Hillier displayed considerable bravery.” Neil Walker
KEEP Australia Beautiful Week runs from Monday 24 August until Sunday 30 August. Frankston City was recently named the Victorian Sustainable City of the Year. This year’s theme is “It’s everyone’s backyard”. Residents are encouraged to pick up litter and think about how the city would look without the services of rubbish collectors and cleaners who keep playgrounds, streets, parks and beaches clean. They can’t do it alone. See kab.org. au
Circus for charity ZIRKA Circus charity opening night, 7pm, Wednesday 26 August, Frankston Waterfront. This animalfree circus has acrobatics, magic, contortion, juggling and more. The season runs until Sunday 6 September. Opening night proceeds go to the Frankston Charitable Fund. For details, or to buy your ticket, visit thefac.com.au or call 9784 1060.
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Tree works A TREE management program in the Frankston South, Fleetwood and Overport neighbourhoods is under way. Over the next few weeks arborists will undertake tree works in the area bordered by Marcus Rd, former Frankston Reservoir, Humphries Rd, Gulls Way, Port Phillip Bay and Sweetwater Creek. Works include trimming trees from power lines and footpaths and improving tree health.
Fizzle Pop Show THE Scientwists – Fizzle and Pop Show, 11am-1pm, Saturday 29 August, Frankston Library. The Fizzle Pop Show is full of the magic of science with fun and creative demonstrations. Scientwist presenters will engage with the audience throughout this free event, which is suitable for all ages. Bookings are essential. Call 9784 1020 or see library. frankston.vic.gov.au
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