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It’s a sign: A bright electronic advertising board has been erected at Quest Frankston against the wishes of council. Picture: Gary Sissons
FRANKSTON Council is on the lookout for more than 20 school crossing supervisors to help children get home safely from school. Frankston mayor Cr Colin Hampton said that the job would make for an excellent part-time career for applicants of all ages. “Gone are the days when only retirees looking to top up their pensions are applying for these roles. More and more we are experiencing younger people taking up the opportunities,” he said. “For many university students, the working hours fit well with their studies, and for stay at home parents the hours are also ideal.” University student Meghan Horlock has been a school crossing supervisor since mid-2017. She said some of her
VCAT decision put up in lights Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au A BRIGHT electronic billboard has appeared on the side of the Quest building in Frankston, displaying advertisements for Frankston Liberal candidate Michael Lamb. The sign was originally rejected by Frankston council in 2016, but a permit was granted after a VCAT hearing. VicRoads had previously flagged opposition to the sign, stating “the proposed electronic sign compromises the
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operational efficiency of the road and poses an unacceptable road safety risk because the sign will create a confusing or dominating background which will reduce the clarity and effectiveness of traffic control devices, the sign could dazzle or distract drivers due to its size, design, colouring or it being illuminated” and “the sign is at a location where particular concentration is required”. VCAT overturned the decision of council in July 2016. VCAT Senior Member Laurie Hewet said “I have concluded that the sign is acceptable
with respect to this issue. I am also satisfied that the proposal is more broadly acceptable having regard to the relevant planning scheme provisions as they relate to major promotion signs of this type.” The sign has now been erected on the side of the Quest building. Frankston mayor Colin Hampton has expressed his frustration at the frequency of council decisions being overturned VCAT. Mr Lamb’s advertisements cycle through other commercial advertisements at 30 seconds at a time.
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friends and family has told her it was a job for old people. “It’s just not the case,” Ms Horlock said. “There are many things I love about my job. My morning and afternoons are filled with smiling faces, the hours are great and I get lots of Christmas cards. It’s an honour that parents entrust me to keep their children safe, and I take that honour very seriously.” Frankston council says there are currently 81 active school crossings across the municipality, manned by more than 80 supervisors. All applicants must have a current Victorian drivers licence and be willing to undergo a Working with Children check. To apply visit frankston.vic.gov.au or phone 1300 322 322
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Frankston Times
30 October 2018