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Tuesday 22 October 2024
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Flash floods
FRANKSTON was flooded during a wild storm on Friday, 18 October. In the two hours up to 11.45am, more than 35 millimetres of rain were recorded in Frankston. The Victorian SES says it was one of the worst affected areas in the state. In a statement, the SES reminded residents to take care during flooding events. “If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible,” the SES said. “Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. “Stay indoors and away from windows. If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways.” Picture: Gary Sissons
Dunkley candidates set for rematch Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au FRANKSTON mayor Nathan Conroy will get a second chance to contest Dunkley at the next federal election. Conroy was chosen as the Liberals’ candidate for Dunkley at a party meeting last Tuesday, 15 October. He narrowly defeated former Carrum
MP Donna Hope to win preselection, The Times understands. Conroy also contested the March by-election, triggered by the death of Peta Murphy. He was defeated by Labor candidate Jodie Belyea, but helped earn a 3.57 percent swing towards the Liberals on the two-partypreferred count. Belyea was elected with a 2.7 percent margin. Conroy told The Times that cost of
living relief is the biggest issue facing Dunkley residents. He said he would “cut red tape” to help build housing if elected. “Cost of living is the number one, two, and three issues in this election,” he said. “I’ve heard of people earning $100,000 a year living in caravan parks. “We will look at infrastructure, crime, the road network, and hous-
ing.” Conroy is not standing in this month’s Frankston Council election - he withdrew his nomination shortly before the VEC deadline. His wife Steffie Conroy is contesting Lyrebird Ward. Conroy was born in Ireland, but renounced his citizenship shortly before his first run for Dunkley. He was elected to Frankston Council in 2020,
and served three terms as mayor. Conroy’s time at council has not been without trouble. While mayor, he faced backlash for his decision to take leave to contest the March byelection - the deputy mayor Liam Hughes was overseas at the time, resulting in a leadership void (“Leadership crisis damaging council” The Times 5/2/2024). Continued page 4