Council Foreshore and Coastal Management Plan
Survey closes 15 February Complete the online survey by visiting the ‘Have your say’ page on Council’s website: frankston.vic.gov.au
Cool Summer Homes: D.I.Y. Energy Saving Tips Friday 27 February, 10–11.30am, Orwil St Community House, 16 Orwil Street, Frankston
Local Valentine’s Day at Mulberry Hill
Free Tennis Day
Saturday 14 February, Mulberry Hill, 385 Golf Links Road, Langwarrin South Card workshop: 1–4pm Film screening: 6pm House tours: from 12pm Costs apply. Tickets: 9656 9889 or mulberryhill@nattrust.com.au
Free tennis, giveaways, jumping castle, serving radar, hot shots, barbecue and more. Details: 0488 767 755
Saturday 28 February
Payment details: frankston.vic.gov.au or 1300 322 322
Win an iPad mini
Wednesday 25 February, 10am–12.30pm, Langwarrin
Register for a 30 minute appointment to discuss ideas or raise issues with the Mayor Cr Sandra Mayer and the CEO, Mr Dennis Hovenden. Bookings: allison.clark@frankston.vic.gov.au or 9784 1801
Secondary School Immunisations
Council urges parents to take part in the school-based free immunisation program for Year 7–10 students. When vaccination consent forms come home from schools in early February, please sign and return them to school advising yes or no. Catch-up immunisation sessions are available. Details: 1300 322 322
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Includes changes to parking on Davey and Young Streets The former entry to the Civic Centre car park from Davey Street is now an exit point only. Resident parking is not available in the Civic Centre car park during business hours. Visitor and public parking is available outside the Civic Centre on Davey and Young Streets.
Garden Volunteers
Tuesdays, 10am–12pm, George Pentland Botanic Gardens, Williams Street, Frankston Helpers wanted. Details: 0417 108 748
Pines Pool
During school swim carnival season there may be closures or limited access to the Pines Forest Aquatic Centre in Frankston North. Enquiries: 9786 4568 Phone: 1300 322 322 PAGE 4
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English Language Classes
Thursdays and Fridays, 9am–3pm, High Street Centre, 24-26 High Street, Frankston
Guest Speaker: Rosie Batty
Third Rate Payment Due
Meet the Mayor and CEO
Sunday 15 February, 10am–2pm, Bruce Park Tennis Club, Margate Avenue, Frankston
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Picnic at Hanging Rock ¿OP
Simple, affordable things you can do to save money and make a difference to the summer comfort of your home. Bring along one of your energy bills for some help understanding what it all means. Bookings: 9768 1628
Register to receive your Council rate notice by email – the environmentallyfriendly alternative – and go in the draw to win an iPad mini. Scan the QR code printed on your rate notice or register your email details online, visit: frankston.formsport.com.au/Register Terms and conditions apply
Community
Ventana Opening
Friday 27 February, 7pm, Cube 37, Frankston Arts Centre, Davey Street, Frankston Experience the vibrant world of Latin America, Portugal and Spain with the ninth annual Ventana Fiesta celebrations in Frankston City. Ventana’s Opening Night includes: Marco Polo in Piñata – an interactive installation Treasures of the Pachamama – indigenous food trail Elixir – a performance installation FREE event. RSVP: 9784 1896 The popular Street Fiesta will be in Wells Street, Frankston on Saturday 14 March. For more on Ventana, visit: thefac.com.au
Domestic Violence Campaigner Australian of the Year 2015 Community leaders, business owners, school principals, teachers, doctors, nurses, parents and everyone are invited to attend. Friday 13 March, 6.30–8.30pm Frankston Arts Centre Help address this problem in our community. The focus is on prevention and change. Free event Bookings: 9784 1060 Details: Like ‘sisterhoodfmp’ on Facebook
2016 Registrations Now Open Registrations for three and four-year-old kindergarten in 2016 are open until Friday 24 April 2015 Register in person at Council Customer Service Centres, via mail or online, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/ kindergartens
Schools, Teachers, Parents Ventana Education Program Term 1, 2015
Register: cleanupaustraliaday.com.au or 1800 CUA DAY (282 329)
Super Tuesday Counters
Super Tuesday is Bicycle Network’s count of commuter cyclists on 3 March between 7–9am. Volunteers are needed to count at 30 sites in Frankston City. Volunteers can nominate a $50 GRQDWLRQ WR D QRW IRU SUR¿W RUJDQLVDWLRQ such as their club or school. Register: bicyclenetwork.com.au
Conversational Japanese Small groups of adults. Details: frankston.sensei@gmail.com
The Greek Orthodox Community of Frankston and Peninsula offers Greek Language and Culture Classes for children at the ages of prep to year 10. Enquiries: 0438 874 868
Rotary Breakfast: Wednesday 4 March, 7–9am, Gunnamatta Room, Mornington Racecourse Guest speakers: Dr Kavi Haji, ‘My Journey: Iraq to Australia’ and Sue Williams, CEO Peninsula Health, ‘Women in Business’. Tickets: $40. Bookings: 0403 704 441 WomenConnect Luncheon: Wednesday 4 March, 12–2.30pm, Frankston RSL Guest speaker: Alice Haemmerle, ‘Power to change things that matter’. $62.50–$69. Bookings: 9781 1422
Sand Sculpting Australia Family Day Children receive free entry on the day thanks to Nine News Sunday 15 February, 10am, 510N Nepean Highway, Frankston
Saturday 28 February, 4–8pm, Cruden Farm, enter via Cranhaven Road, Langwarrin
Meet and greet the Nine News Team at the ‘Friends, Foes & Super Heroes’ exhibition. Details: visitfrankston.com or 1300 322 842
Annual fundraising event for McClelland Sculpture Park + Gallery. Tickets: mcclellandgallery.com or 9789 1671 www.frankston.vic.gov.au
Sunday 1 March 2015
Thursdays, 5–7.30pm, Frankston High School, Foot Street, Frankston
February – March 2015
Twilight Jazz at Cruden Farm
Clean Up Australia Day
Greek School
Details: 1300 322 322
Workshops and guided tours, tailored to the needs of your primary, secondary and tertiary students in English and/ or Spanish language, VSL and VCE by request. Includes interactive installations and Andean music with Asian roots, pre-Colombian rituals and ancient food workshops. Enquiries: 9784 1896
Develop your English language skills WR KHOS ¿QG HPSOR\PHQW &HUWL¿FDWH , LQ EAL (Access) run by Brotherhood of St Laurence Training. Details: 9871 5900 or mtolvanen@bsl.org.au
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