Sandy Point News
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Marinus Link work notification
Upcoming non-invasive Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) activities that Marinus Link is undertaking in front of the dunes on Waratah Bay Beach
EV fast charger for Sandy Point
A grant has been received from Bendigo Bank for the installation of a public electric vehicle fast charger in Sandy Point.
Marine Search & Rescue crisis
As reported in our quarterly newsletter, the Sandy Point Marine Search and Rescue Service (MSAR) is currently closed after local members have stood down from operations in protest at proposed changes in management.
Whale watch season highlights
This year whale sightings have been numerous from Cape Liptrap, Wilson’s Prom and Phillip Island.
New native garden
The Sandy Point Men’s Shed were successful in receiving a grant from the South Gippsland Shire Council to fund the purchase of indigenous shrubs and grasses to plant on the south side of the new Marine Rescue/Men’s Shed.
Trivia Nights at StaSk Cafe
StaSk Cafe hosts a trivia night every first Thursday of the month.
Community Centre Battery Now Operational!
Installation and commissioning of the battery system at the Community Centre is now complete and functional.
Virtual Power Plant Update
The report will make recommendations about the economics of solar and battery installation at properties in Sandy Point that are permanently occupied, weekenders, and holiday homes.
Cape Liptrap Lyrebird Count 2022
This year is the 9th annual Lyrebird Count, when volunteers spend 2 short early morning stints listening and recording the location of lyrebirds in the Walkerville / Waratah Bay area.
Stargazers: This is the month of the Planets
This month, June 2022, we may be able to see 5 planets in the night skies.