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FRANKSTON Coast Guard flotilla commander Eugene Carlomagno, deputy commander Bryan Phelan, and Nick Hunn. Picture: Supplied
Farewell from flotilla commander BY EUGENE CARLOMAGNO* THANK you to the Frankston community. It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that VF-01, Frankston Coast Guard was dissolved last week and will no longer provide marine rescue services to the Frankston community it has served for the past sixty years. We have been privileged to serve the community in providing education on water safety, advice on boat handling, support for community functions and a highly regarded Marine Search and Rescue service. In my capacity as VF01 flotilla commander, 2019- 2022, and a ratepayer I would like to acknowledge and thank our community for all the support and generous donations that we have received over the last 60 years - support than has enabled us to purchase much needed resources, vessels and equipment, the overwhelming support we received on our petition for the construction of a safe boat refuge. We
never lost our drive and commitment to making the waters of Frankston, Kananook Creek and Oliver’s Hill a safe place. Annual events such as the blessing of the fleet, celebrating the work Marine Rescue Services and the many agencies engaged in the provision of emergency services has been hosted by VF01 over the past forty years, now comes to an end. We have assisted in many community events each year over the past sixty years, such as, providing a flare demonstrations and a vessel to monitor exclusion zones for the Frankston Waterfront Festival and vessel support of the Greek Festival of the blessing of the Epiphany, too many community events to list, has now sadly come to an end. All of us at VF-01, both current and past members, have many fond memories of our times served with the Frankston flotilla and are proud to have been able to rescue so many people in need out in the bay. A significant amount of money and
support was given to us by Frankston City Council over the years and I would like to thank the councillors past and present for their support and indeed local politicians who also supported the cause of making Frankston and Port Phillip a safer environment. This support for the Frankston Coast Guard also included Water Police (WATPOL) and the Boating Industry Association of Victoria (BIA), Marine Safety Victoria (MSV), to name but a few. Rest assured, whilst VF-01 has ceased operations, our neighboring Coast Guard flotillas and independent Marine Rescue Operations continue to provide education, support and most importantly, help on the water when you need it most. For now, it’s farewell and thank you from us all at Frankston Coast Guard. * Eugene Carlomagno was the commander of the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard Frankston flotilla between 2019 and 2022.
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Business awards shine light on South-East’s best THE South East Business Awards, presented by the Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce, held their awards gala at Palmyra Hall on 13 October. After a 30-year history of running the event, this year’s inaugural South East business Awards offer businesses across 13 LGAs to participate in the awards program. Awards finalists, sponsors, family members, government representatives, partners, members and interested guests attended the evening. Most of the Independent panel of judges were also in attendance to support the amazing achievements of each of these businesses. Well done to all of our finalists in each category, and congratulations to our winner who include n Overall Business Excellence – ASM Chilltech n Business innovation – Infinite Automation n Environment and Sustainability - Brick Lane Brewing Co n Community Impact – Personalised Support Services n Business Citizen – After Care Australasia n Employer Engagement – iEnergy Australia n Micro Business – Big Little Brush n Wellness, Hospitality and Tourism – Brick Lane Brewing Co n Retail / Wholesale – Wagalot n Professional Services – Medical Edge Australia & Ultra Health Medical n Building and Construction – ASM Chilltech n Manufacturing – Roofing and Sheetmetal Centre The Chamber’s CEO, Lisa Moore stated “Bringing businesses across the South East together is essential to a thriving business community, improved trade and richer lifestyle experiences”. The awards are an opportunity for businesses to share their success both within and across industries. Sponsors of the South East Business Awards program, including Ashfords, Macpherson Kelley, Hilton Manufacturing, KLM Spatial, Peninsula Hot Springs, Dandenong Star Journal, City of Greater Dandenong, Founders, Chisholm and NAB make evenings like this possible. “The importance for the Chamber, is the inception of a vibrant and healthy business ecosystem that extends beyond the boundaries of Greater Dandenong, that will place a spotlight on our region and the south east as the place be” stated Ross Raymond, President of the Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce.
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Overall Excellence winners Paul Culverwell and Jeremy Cayford (ASM Chilltech), with Aron Whillans (NAB) centre.