Footballer mourned TRIBUTES flowed on social media for Frankston Bombers footballer Ben Tournier, who died after his car struck power poles and rolled in Mornington, 12.15am on Australia Day. Police believe Tournier, 29, was heading south on Nepean Highway when he lost control near the corner of Weber Drive and flipped his car. Frankston Bombers teammates gathered at the club at Baxter later that day to remember him. Tournier played with the Bombers for more than a decade and was a regular member of the senior side before more recently playing in the reserves. Nepean Highway was closed between Strachans and Bentons Roads, both north and south bound, while police investigated the incident. A report will be prepared for the coroner. Anyone who saw the crash, or who has dash-cam footage, is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at crimestoppersvic.com.au
FRANKSTON Bombers footballer Ben Tournier, who died last week. Picture: Supplied
Sports mural planned A SPORTS-THEMED mural is planned for Ben Kavanagh Reserve in Mordialloc. Kingston Arts is looking for an artist to take on the project. A total budget of $17,000 has been allocated for the commission. Kingston Arts acting cultural producer and partnerships coordinator Victoria O’Shea said “Kingston Arts is thrilled to provide this vital funding opportunity for the arts and is looking forward to supporting the selected artist throughout the development of the work and community engagement.” The mural will be painted on the proposed rebound wall and next to the cricket nets adjacent to Bear Street. The Mordialloc Sporting Club, Mordialloc Super Rules Football Club, Mordialloc Junior Football Club, Mordialloc Football Netball Club, Mordialloc Cricket Club, Mordialloc Bowls Club, and Longbeach Petanque group all call Ben Kavanagh Reserve home. Works are currently being undertaken at the reserve. New netball courts, petanque pistes, and outdoor fitness stations are being constructed. To apply to paint the mural, download an expression of interest form at kingstonarts.com.au. Applications close 15 February. Expression of interests to be sent to Victoria O’Shea at Victoria.OShea@kingston.vic.gov.au
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