Police patrol with Brodie Cowburn
Home and cars targeted in shooting GUNSHOTS were fired at a home and cars in Edithvale last week. The drive-by shooting took place on Berry Avenue at around 4am on 5 October. Police say shots were fired at a home and multiple cars. Two people were home at the time of the shooting, a man and woman. They were not injured. Police are now investigating the shooting, and whether it is connected to the discovery of a burnt-out vehicle located shortly afterwards on Thames Promenade in Chelsea Heights. Anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppers. com.au.
Fatal fire investigated A PERSON was found dead after a house fire in Cheltenham in the early hours of 9 October. The fire broke out a little before 4.30am on Warrigal Road on Monday morning. Emergency services soon arrived to tackle the blaze. A person was found deceased inside the house. As of 9 October they have not been formally identified. Police have established a crime scene and are looking into the cause of the fire. Any witnesses to the fire can help with the investigation by contacting Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
A CAR hit in a shooting in Edithvale last week. Picture: Gary Sissons
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Together, MDD patients may be able to contibute to our understanding of depresion.
Silvers Circus Spectacular PREPARE to enter a world of entertainment where your imagination will soar like never before, in this re-imagined modern circus spectacular. Silvers has been a household name since the 70’s and is coming to Patterson Lakes for the first time to entertain, showcasing the best entertainment Circus has to offer. Featured in this 90-minute spectacular you can expect to see performances presented by elite artists from around the globe. From roaring motorbikes with skilful manoeuvres at speed, to the beauty and strength of aerialists up high. There are thrilling, hilarious and awesome moments act after act, to satisfy all ages and appetites. Added to their line-up this season is Daniel Vilar with his juggling skills and high energy are sure to impress.
Silvers are also very proud to announce their new Comic joining the team, “Mr Walison Muh”. Bound to induce convulsive laughter and tear-stained cheeks as his interactive style of comedy will take you somewhere unexpected. You may recognise Walison from his recent very successful appearances on “Australia’s Got Talent”. Did we mention they have 2 Dinosaurs? Well, they do! Come see Fluffy and Spike (as we affectionately call them) do their stuff on stage, live, under the mighty big top. Whether it’s datenight, a family affair or grandparents wanting to spoil the kids, Silvers Circus is the entertainment destination for you. See Silvers Circus at Petterson Lakes Tennis Club, cnr Learmonth & Thompson Rds. Patterson Lakes, from Oct 13 to Nov 5, 2023.
If you have Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) that hasn’t responded to antidepressant medication, learn about this research study of an investigational drug for MDD. As part of their study participation, participants will be regularly evaluated and closely monitored by a team of medical professionals. To pre-qualify for this study, you must: • Be 18 to 65 years of age • Have been diagnosed with MDD • Be in a current depressive episode for at least 8 weeks but not more than 24 months • Have been taking an antidepressant medication for at least the last 6 weeks
Additional criteria will apply. All study-related visits, tests, and study drugs will be provided at no cost. In addition, reimbursement for study-related travel may be provided.
For more information, please contact:
Xenia Jung (Research Nurse) PENINSULA THERAPEUTIC & RESEARCH GROUP 137 Frankston Flinders Road, Frankston Phone: 03 9770 1579 Email: XJUNG@PTRG.COM.AU Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News
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