BRIDGE CLASSES
Recruiting for business chamber gets underway
Climate ties: Members of the Western Port Climate Alliance used a rope to symbolise their call for federal election candidates to pledge to tackle climate change. Picture: Supplied
Signing up to tackle climate change ALL federal election candidates will be under pressure to agree to work towards adopting policies to tackle climate change, including opposing heavy industry around Western Port. Community groups, businesses and other organisations throughout Victoria are being asked by Environment Victoria to sign an open letter calling for action on climate change. The Western Port Climate Alliance (WPCA) is one of five groups in the state seeking signatures on letters worded specifically for their region. Carmen Bush, spokesperson for the WPCA, said the signed letters would be delivered to all federal candidates, including current MPs. The open letter calls for “faster and fairer Australian climate action”. As well as seeking a “legislated plan” to reduce Australia’s 2030 emissions to below 2005 levels, each of the letters want reductions in the burning of coal, oil and gas (“the biggest single cause of earth’s current climate crisis”); help. For households to switch to efficient electrical
appliances; and the removal of “barriers to community renewable energy projects”. But, in concentrating on Western Port, as well as urging the rejection of “heavy industry development”, the WPCA’s letter wants action to. Ensure “Western Port continues as a viable place of recreation, agriculture and ecotourism by enhancing local environmental services”. “Every Victorian community has a stake in moving our state and nation in a just manner beyond polluting fuels, to protect our natural world,” Ms Bush said. “We call on our federal political representatives and candidates to back our vision on behalf of the people around Western Port, by committing to an effective plan to reduce and end our reliance on polluting energy sources.” Ms Bush said alliance members would invite community groups, businesses and other organisations to sign the letter. Details: ccbush@bigpond.net.au Keith Platt
LOCAL businesses have been invited to join the Frankston Business and Industry Chamber. The 2021/2022 council budget confirmed that Frankston ratepayers would cough up $200,000 to establish the Frankston Business and Industry Chamber, formerly known at the Frankston Business Chamber. Recruiting has now begun to get businesses involved in the networking group. The pitch on Frankston Council’s website reads “joining the new Frankston Business and Industry Chamber is a significant investment in your business. Your membership will give you access to resources that can help you streamline operations, plan for the future and improve your bottom line, as well as make useful connections.” “Join the Frankston Business and Industry Chamber and learn how it could benefit your business — big or small. Our goal is to help your business grow. We are committed to creating a Chamber that embraces businesses of all sizes, shapes, and backgrounds. Together, we are stronger.” For more information on the business chamber email jeff.rogut@frankston.vic.gov.au
Road closed for works A SECTION of Lathams Road is closed for the rest of the month to accommodate works. Lathams Road is closed to eastbound traffic between Colemans Road and Frankston-Dandenong Road. The road is expected to reopen on 31 January. While the road is closed, crews will build new westbound lanes between Colemans Road and Frankston-Dandenong Road. A new service lane and shared use path are also being constructed. Three Lathams Road bus stops on route 778 will be removed while works are being undertaken.
FOR BEGINNERS
at FRANKSTON BRIDGE CLUB St Francis Xavier Church Function Room, Cnr Baxter and Davey Streets, Frankston
Classes commence February 2022
10 classes $130
includes Frankston Club and Australian Bridge Federation membership To register your interest contact Sue Beckman on 0412 975 502 or sue.beckman@outlook.com
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what’s on december 14 racing, drinks, food
december 29 lawn bars, food trucks, kids activities, DJ
january 1 Clip Clop Club Family Day, kids rides and attractions, DJ, lawn bars, food trucks
december 14 - january 29
january 9
MORNINGTON R.C.
racing, drinks, food
january 29 buy tickets at mrc.racing.com
lawn bars, food trucks, kids activities, DJ
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