‘Significant’ arrest over hoon meets A SOMERVILLE man has been remanded in custody after appearing at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court last week following an investigation by Taskforce Regarder. The man, 23, was arrested Thursday afternoon on charges of reckless conduct endangering serious injury, prohibited person possess firearm, trafficking drug of dependence and possessing a drug of dependence. The taskforce was established in November in response to the growing number of hoon gatherings across metropolitan Melbourne. It has since made more than 50 arrests. Acting Inspector Mike Daly, of Dandenong CIU, said police the man’s arrest was “significant”. He said police would be alleging that he was one of the ringleaders of the gatherings in which hotted-up cars do wheelies and burn-outs in suburban streets in front of up to 300 spectators. The potential loss of control by the drivers poses significant risks to the public, he said. The man has been remanded in custody to appear at court at a date to be fixed. A 21-year-old Belgrave South man has also been charged with reckless conduct endangering serious injury as part of the investigation. He has been bailed to appear at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 28 October.
Charity night A WHITE Light charity night will be held in aid of Jarrah Smith and family after his tragic accident in Forest Drive, Mt Martha earlier this month. It is from 7pm, Friday 9 September, at New Peninsula Centre, 370 Craigie Rd, Mt Martha. The night will include a three-course meal, spot prizes, fully licensed bar, live band and live auction.
Tickets are $100 with 30 per cent of sales going to the Smith family. They are available at leafranceswells.wixsite.com/whitelightjarrah or facebook.com/whitelightcharitynight/ Jarrah, 17, was struck by a car on 10 August while on his way home from school. The force of the impact shattered his pelvis and caused brain damage. He remains in a coma. No charges have yet been laid against a woman, 46, interviewed by police immediately after the incident. Her car was found at Balcombe College. Acting Sergeant Matt Walsh, of Mornington Peninsula CIU, said police were awaiting the result of blood tests. “Inquiries are still pending,” he said. Detectives from the Major Collision Investigation Unit urge anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who have further information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestoppersvic.com.au
Search for Ralph RALPH the black-faced lamb, pictured, has been stolen from the Big Goose farm and owner Justin Orr is desperate to have him returned. The five-week-old bottle fed pet was stolen overnight on Sunday 21 August from the property on Mornington-Tyabb Rd, Moorooduc. Mr Orr said the lamb and a baby goat were targeted but the goat escaped his pursuers and was found wandering around the property the next morning. Ralph was named in an online competition run by the farm which attracted 8000 entries. Mr Orr has asked that anyone who knows his whereabouts contact the farm so that he can be collected.
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Set on 2 acres of garden space in a 1930’s house, the Heritage Tavern embodies the ambience of a gentler era. Family friendly with space for the kids to play. Reasonably priced meals with plenty of slow cooked options.
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FATHER’S DAY MENU 12-3PM - Two course lunch with complimentary glass of De Bortoli Shiraz - $60.00 3PM - Deck meals
3059 Frankston Flinders Rd Balnarring • Phone: 5983 2597 (Opposite the Balnarring shopping complex) www.heritage3059.com.au
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