NEWS DESK
Apprenticeship campaign sets sail AN APPRENTICESHIP campaign launched last week at Hart Marine in Mornington aims to put an extra 100 young people in Dunkley on the path to a career in just 60 days. Under the campaign, Australian Apprenticeship Network Providers will work with employers to provide new opportunities for job seekers. Launching the scheme with federal Assistant Vocational Education and Skills Minister Karen Andrews, Dunkley Liberal MP Chris Crewther encouraged employers to get on board. Mr Crewther said Hart Marine was a good example of a local business which trained apprentices in skills
necessary for the workforce. The firm, established in 1983, has trained 31 apprentices in those years and currently has 11. “With such good prospects for an employment outcome I am hopeful that young people and employers embrace this campaign to raise apprentice numbers in the Melbourne southeast region,� Mr Crewther said. “We are especially looking to those employers who have not taken on apprentices or trainees before or have not taken on one for some time to consider doing so.� Ms Andrews said apprenticeships were a great way of providing a pathway to a job and career, and at the
same time helped tackle unemployment. “There are hundreds of apprenticeship options available to Australians and increasing the number of skilled workers in Dunkley will be good for the local economy,� she said. About 90 per cent people who complete an apprenticeship transition straight into full-time employment. “My message to people is simple: you don’t need to go to university to develop skills, get a job and build a fulfilling career. An Australian Apprenticeship can take you there.� For more information on apprenticeship options, see australianapprenticeships.gov.au online.
Full speed ahead: Chris Crewther, left, Karen Andrews and Hart Marine apprentices Jake Lewis and Calvin Dunphy. Picture: Gary Sissons
Grammar, not school IT might have a new name, but the school remains the same. The Peninsula School at Mt Eliza is now to be known as Peninsula Grammar. Originally known as the Peninsula Church of England School for Boys and then The Peninsula School after enrolment was extended to girls, principal Stuart Johnston says Peninsula Grammar “better reflects who we are today�. In a letter sent to members of The Old Peninsula School Association, or TOPSA Alumni Network, Mr Johnston said the decision to make the change this year follows “consultation with parents, staff and the community�. “There will be little that changes for us as a result of our new name – we will continue to provide the highest quality education in a proudly co-educational environment,� Mr Johnston stated. “Our core values remain the same and our students will continue to learn, grow and flourish here in Mornington Peninsula’s premier co-educational school.�
Australia Day dinner at mosque MEMBERS of Langwarrin’s Ahmadiyya Muslim community hosted a dinner at their Baitul Salam Mosque to commemorate Australia Day. The more than 200 guests at the dinner on Sunday 29 January included politicians, Frankston mayor Cr Brian Cunial and councillors, diplomats,
faith leaders, community leaders and Victoria police. The annual Australia Day dinner is an important event for the Ahmadiyya community, which believes in showing love and loyalty to one’s country of residence. Members’ children sang the national
anthem, and dignitaries spoke of the importance of Australia Day. They praised the Ahmadiyya community for its efforts in bringing people of all walks of life together to celebrate the occasion. Cr Cunial presented awards to volunteers who served the community.
Annual fete at Mt Eliza historic church MT ELIZA Anglican Church on Nepean Highway, Mt Eliza, will hold its annual fete, 9.30am-1.30pm, Saturday 25 February. On offer will be homemade treats, trash and treasure, barbecue and cafĂŠ, plants, jewelry, gifts and pony rides at the church on the corner of Koetong Parade. Last October the St James The Less congregation celebrated 150 years since the laying of the corner stone of the small white church. The three-and-a-half acre site was given by a Captain Edward Lintott. A committee was formed, funds were raised, and an architect appointed. Clay for the bricks came from the site of Peninsula School. The original building consisted of a nave and porch and could seat about 70 people. The first service was held in 1866 by The Rev. Thomas Abraham, the vicar at Mornington. A chancel and vestry
were added in 1913. In 1964 the new parish of Mt Eliza appointed The Rev. Charles Miles as vicar. In 1931, Mt Eliza resident Violet Teague painted a mural on the sanctuary wall using local residents as models. It was one of her most complex murals and took two years to complete. In 2000, the church and the altar paintings were heritage listed. The church also has a stained glass window designed by Leonard French. Today, the parish consists of a larger church, with the original historic building, Pioneer Hall complex and the clergy house all still on the same site. The Chapel of the Resurrection within Peninsula School is also an integral part of the parish. Four services are held on Sundays and another on Wednesdays. See mteliza.melbourneanglican.org.au or call John Welsh 0419 399 178 or the parish office 9775 3301.
Getaway car: The Mitsubishi Lancer Coupe being sought by police.
Hunt for shooter’s car POLICE are searching for a white Mitsubishi Lancer Coupe with distinctive rims and body kit after a shot was fired at a man outside a milk bar in Havana Crescent, Frankston, in April last year. The victim was waiting to meet friends when the car drove slowly past and a single shot was fired from the front passenger side window, narrowly missing him and hitting the
shop window at about 8pm on Thursday 28 April. Detective Senior Constable Mark Garrett, of Frankston CIU, said detectives had interviewed a number of suspects and were seeking public help in identifying the car. Anyone with information should call Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or Frankston CIU on 9784 5590.
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