Frankston City News January–February 2017

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Sand Sculpting Reader Competition

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Street Sweeping Calendar 2017

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Waterfront Festival

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School Holidays

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Your Council

Putting residents first

In this issue Your Council Sand Sculpting Enjoy Every Moment Sustainable City Liveable City Waterfront Festival Frankston Arts Centre Neighbourhood News School Holidays Planned City Our Community Sport and Leisure

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Contact details

Customer Service Phone: 1300 322 322 Email: info@frankston.vic.gov.au Interpreter: 131 450 frankston.vic.gov.au Civic Centre 30 Davey Street, Frankston Monday to Friday, 8.30am–5pm Seaford Customer Service Centre Seaford Community Centre, corner of Station Street and Broughton Street, Seaford Langwarrin Customer Service Centre Shop 6, The Gateway Cranbourne-Frankston Road, Langwarrin Carrum Downs Library and Customer Service Centre 203 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs Visitor Information Centre 7N Pier Promenade, Frankston Waterfront Open 7 days, 9am–5pm Phone: 1300 322 842 visitfrankston.com Hoon Driving 1800 333 000 (Crime Stoppers) Graffiti Removal 1800 66 8247 (1800 NO TAGS) Printed on stock sourced from sustainably farmed forests.

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It is a great privilege to serve this community. I feel truly humbled to be elected as Mayor for our first year as a new Council and look forward to working with my Councillor colleagues in the best interests of our community.

As Mayor, I’m committed to leading a Council which puts residents first.

We need to be inclusive in our decision making and encourage further community participation in local projects.

Everyone should feel cared for as we plan for Frankston City’s future infrastructure and service needs. We are all determined to find better ways to fund local projects that make the best use of our rates and resources.

This includes working with our federal and state government partners to secure their investment in our future.

Our Council will continue to improve local infrastructure, sporting and community facilities, roads and footpaths, while celebrating our local

arts and cultural scene. We should also embrace our wide open spaces from the lush green parks to the sparkling bay.

We need to celebrate what we are good at and work harder to improve areas where we know we need to be better.

Council does a lot of things well and people work hard behind the scenes to keep our city running. Mostly people are happy with our customer service.

One example is the SES, Victoria Police and CFA who jointly got in touch to pass on their thanks for the way Council staff responded to recent storm events.

Thank you to the Council staff members who turned out in the wind and rain, to remove around 40 trees that had fallen across roads and pathways. This kind of work is amongst the most important we do, and to hear such positive reports from our friends in emergency services is very pleasing.

However, sometimes we’re so good at getting this work done that we neglect to get back to people who have reported maintenance issues.

Communication is very important and this is one area of customer service I think we can improve and it will be a focus of the organisation over the next 12 months.

Cr Brian Cunial Mayor

Preparing for the new year The new Council has commenced working on shaping the future of our municipality and the staff look forward to working with the Councillors to provide for the needs of our community.

Very early in the new year the Council will revise its strategic plan and begin the task of developing the 2017–2018 budget.

There are many projects that Council is undertaking and also working closely with the state government on the redevelopment of the Frankston Transit Interchange and Young Street.

At long last there will be significant changes to the heart of Frankston that will create a very different atmosphere and environment.

At this time of year, our wonderful foreshore and surrounds become a destination for people to take part in events and visit attractions.

Council is proud to be able to provide support for all of these events and I encourage you to take the time to visit all that is on offer.

Like the Councillors, Council staff are commited to improving what we do and in 2017 we will again be working hard on your behalf.

I would like to thank the community for your assistance with the hard waste collection this year which was an outstanding success.

Dennis Hovenden Chief Executive Officer

Customer Service hours From Tuesday 3 January 2017, Council Customer Service at the Frankston Civic Centre will be open Monday to Friday, 8.30am–5pm.

This includes the 1300 322 322 phone number and the Civic Centre front reception at 30 Davey Street, Frankston.

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Customer Service Centres are also open at: Seaford Community Centre

Langwarrin

Corner of Station Street and Broughton Street Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm Saturday, 9am–11.45am

The Gateway, 230 Cranbourne-Frankston Road Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm Saturday, 9am–12pm

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Sand Sculpting #frankstoncity

Sand Sculpting now open at Frankston Waterfront Reader Dinosaurs, dragons, sea creatures, spaceships, pirates and princesses can all now be found in the latest sand sculpting exhibition at Frankston Waterfront.

In a larger than life experience, walk amongst five metre towering giants, journey through Candy Land into Gingerbread Village, turn back time and join dinosaurs in Prehistoric Valley, explore the Enchanted Forest and head down the rabbit hole to Wonderland.

Carved by 21 international and Australian sand sculptors there is something for all ages alongside children’s activities, ‘sandsational’ play pit, facepainting and more.

Lands of Imagination exhibition 510N Nepean Highway, Frankston Waterfront

Open hours: • 26 December 2016 to 30 January 2017 daily, 10am–6pm

• 31 January 2017 to 25 April 2017 Monday to Friday, 10am–4pm weekends and public holidays, 10am–6pm

Competition

Tickets:

Main prize: Super family pass to Sand Sculpting Australia's Lands of Imagination valued at $106

• Adults $14 • Concession $11 • Children (aged 3–15) $9 • Children (aged 0–2) free-of-charge • Prebooked groups (15 + people) from $7.50 Details: visitfrankston.com or 1300 322 842

Win

Runners-up: Win one of 10 family passes, each valued at $46 Question?

“If you could create a lolly for Candyland, what would it be?”

Answer:

Your Name:

Frankston Summer Fun Pass Affordable family entertainment Sand Sculpting Australia, Gravity Zone and the Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre (PARC) have come together to offer three days of fun for half the price.

The Frankston Summer Fun Pass offers $61.80 of value for only $30, for children aged 3–15, including: 1. Entry to Sand Sculpting Australia ‘Lands of Imagination’ exhibition plus a large sand bottle activity 2. One hour trampoline session at

Gravity Zone and one laser tag mission 3. PARC entry, summer meal deal and beach ball The pass is valid until Tuesday 28 February 2017.

Purchase from the Frankston Visitor Information Centre, 7N Pier Promenade, Frankston Waterfront, phone 1300 322 842 or visitfrankston.com

Valentine's dinner under the stars

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Enjoy an exclusive romantic twilight dinner under the stars on Tuesday 14 February at Sand Sculpting Australia on Frankston Waterfront.

Enjoy a private table among the candlelit sculptures, a local produce basket filled with grazing tapas, local cheeses and fresh meats, a bottle of local wine and live acoustic music.

Tickets are $149 per person with tables for couples of two or groups of four available. Places for 30 couples maximum. Tickets go on sale from Sunday 1 January 2017 until sold.

Bookings: sandsculpting.com.au

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Privacy statement: your contact details will be used to administer this competition and, if requested, your free subscription to eNews.

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Enjoy Every Moment

Ventana Fiesta 2017

Celebrating Latin American, Portuguese and Spanish Cultures The story of a social sports club in a Morning sessions 10am–12pm, Ventana Art Exhibitions Friday 24 February to Saturday 8 April A range of exhibitions in Cube 37 and the FAC foyer showcasing videos, costumes, banners, installation, soundscapes and photography related to the Murga movement and the history of the guitar plus unique jewellery and craft from Latin America.

Ventana Opening Friday 24 February, 7pm Cube 37, Frankston Arts Centre Celebrate the official opening of the festival and enjoy the entertainment and culture while exploring the exhibitions. RSVP: 9784 1896

free-of-charge (Ventana Arts Access) Bookings: 9784 1896 Evening sessions 7.30–9pm Cost: $60. Bookings: 9784 1060

Ventana Education Workshops Tuesday 14 March and Thursday 16 March, 9.30am–2.30pm, Frankston Arts Centre and Cube 37 Music workshops and guided tours of the Ventana exhibitions tailored for schools and community groups Free-of-charge. Bookings essential.

Enquiries: 9784 1890

After school street art for teens Wednesdays 1, 8, 15 ,22 February 4.30–6pm, Cube 37 patio Make a mural about the Murga Carnival to be exhibited at the Street Fiesta. Bookings essential: 9784 1060

Ventana for Seniors Flavours of Ventana – cooking workshop

Ventana Community Workshops Wednesdays 1, 8, 15, 22 February plus, 1 and 8 March, Cube 37, Frankston Arts Centre Join in the Murga Madre Collective Carnaval Parade for the Ventana Street Fiesta 2017 while learning the dances, songs, acting and craft to make your own costumes and props. Suitable for all ages, no experience necessary.

Friday 24 March, 11am–1pm, Frankston North Community Centre, 26 Mahogany Avenue, Frankston North Learn to create a Latin dish.

Bookings: 8773 9545

Ventana World Movies Monday 20 March, 11am–2pm, Frankston North Community Centre, 26 Mahogany Avenue, Frankston North Luna de Avellaneda – Avellaneda’s Moon (2004)

Buenos Aires neighbourhood and the people who try to save it. Spanish with English subtitles. Enjoy a delicious Latin style lunch after the movie.

Bookings: 8773 9545

Ventana Cultura Sunday Concerts Murga Concert by Salvatore Rossano and Memo Beltzer

12 March, 1.30–2.30pm, Frankston Library

Classical guitar concert by the Johnston Brothers

19 March, 1.30–2.30pm Cube 37

Bandoneon concert by Leonardo Intilangelo

Ventana Música

The Journey of the Guitar Sunday 26 March, 5–6.30pm Cube 37 A musical narration of the guitar’s journey from Europe to the Americas in the 15th Century. From the vihuela to the guitarron chileno, each string instrument will shine in the hands of local musicians. Curated by Rosemary Hodgson including a Q & A session.

Tickets: $20 or $15 if combined with Grygorian Brothers Concert at the FAC. Bookings: 9784 1060

Ventana Street Fiesta Saturday 11 March, 12–8pm Wells Street, Frankston

26 March 2017, 1.30–2.30pm, Frankston Library

Preschool Bilingual Storytimes Spanish – English Storytime Tuesday 28 February, 9.30–10am, Seaford Library Thursday 9 March, 10.30–11am, Frankston Library Portuguese and English Storytime Friday 10 March, 10.30–11am, Carrum Downs Library

Movie Night Alba (2016)

94 min, by Ana Cristina Barragán, Ecuador, Mexico, Greece, Spanish with English subtitles.

Australian premiere Tuesday 28 February, 6.30pm Frankston Library Community Room

By Juan Jose Campanella

Join the Carnival Parade and immerse yourself in Latin American, Portuguese and Spanish cultures throughout the day with delicious street food, performances, craft stalls and workshops for the entire family. frankston.vic.gov.au

Event Attraction Program Apply now for grants

Applications are now open for grants to host events in Frankston City during 2017–2018 as part of Frankston City’s Tourism Event Attraction Program.

Frankston City currently hosts a number of events that attract hundreds of thousands of visitors every year, including the annual Sand Sculpting exhibition on the Frankston Waterfront, the Frankston Waterfront Festival, Christmas Festival of Lights and the Festival of Rugby.

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Recent grants helped bring new activities to town such as the hugely popular Seaside Street Food Festival.

The Program is targeted towards events which attract new markets to Frankston, with an emphasis on those staged in the off-peak season and which highlight the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula tourism experience and overnight stays.

In 2017–2018 an additional $52,000 is available for events which attract

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visitors to the city’s centre as part of the Frankston City Council and State Government Place Activation Partnership Program.

Seed funding is available in five different categories: • Significant/major tourism event: up to $30,000 • Regional small scale tourism event: up to $10,000 • Significant/major city centre event: up to $32,000

• Regional small scale city centre event: up to $20,000 • Business events and conferences: up to $10,000 Applications are now open and close Friday 17 March 2017.

To download the Event Attraction Guidelines, application form and instructions, visit frankston.vic.gov.au

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Photo competition

New beach lockers Frankston Waterfront

Coin operated beach lockers will be installed at the Frankston Waterfront this summer.

In response to feedback from visitors and residents, the hireable lockers will provide a secure storage solution for personal belongings while enjoying Information Centre on Pier the bay and waterfront.

Promenade and can be hired for $2.

The lockers will be located just Details: 1300 322 842 outside the Frankston Visitor

Congratulations to local resident Steve Brown on his winning entry in the Visit Frankston photography competition.

His photo of the recent Seaside Street Food Festival at Frankston Waterfront won him the $100 prize for October.

To enter your photos for the monthly prize: visitfrankston.com

McClelland Sculpture Park + Gallery

Summer family entertainment and new home to 'The Tree of Life' sculpture McClelland Sculpture Park + Gallery is the perfect place for families to escape the summer crowds these school holidays.

The grounds of McClelland are home to over 100 sculptures, scattered within 16 hectares of native and manicured gardens. At the café you can enjoy delicious food and coffee before exploring the sculpture park or take advantage of the free guided

tours on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 11am or 2pm – bookings essential.

The current Human/Animal/Artist exhibition showcases the works of international and local sculptors, painters, photographers and musicians, exploring animals and the shifts in human interaction with animals due to climate change.

The school holiday program runs from Tuesday 10 January with

Feast at Frankston Waterfront • Friday 3 and Saturday 4 March, 4–10pm • Sunday 5 March, 12–4pm This new event features entertainment, bars and a range of delicious street food and pop-up restaurants with an Asian flavour.

Frankston Waterfront will be transformed with oriental sights, smells and sounds, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of an Asian market.

A Tourism Event grant recipient.

Entry • Adults: gold coin • Aged: 15 and under free-of-charge Details: 1300 663 450 or visit frankstonfeast.com.au

activities including making your own bee hive and imaginary 3D gardens, string art and using what you find in nature to create unique treasures.

Inspiring outdoor creativity, the holiday program costs $15–$20 per child. In late January the National Gallery Victoria 'Kids on Tour' drop in workshops are free-of-charge.

Bookings are required for all sessions excluding the free drop-in

workshops. Human/Animal/Artist is on display inside the gallery until 19 February.

McClelland Sculpture Park + Gallery Open Tuesday to Sunday 10am–5pm Café open 10am–4pm Details: 9789 1671 or mcclellandgallery.com

Frankston Visitor Guide 2017 Now available

The new edition of the Frankston Visitor Guide features everything you need to host visiting family and friends.

The free booklet features maps, local attractions, events, dining options, shopping and much more.

Available from the Council Customer Service Centres and the Frankston Visitor Information Centre, phone 1300 322 842 or online: visitfrankston.com

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Sustainable City

Clean up Australia Day Volunteers welcome Clean Up Australia Day

Register your community Clean Up Sunday 5 March 2017 site or join an existing site, visit: cleanupaustraliaday.org.au or Business Clean Up Day phone 1800 CUA DAY (282 329) Tuesday 28 February 2017 Council can help promote local Schools Clean Up Day Clean Up sites if they are registered Friday 3 March 2017

by Monday 13 February.

Joining a local clean Up Australia Day Register early for a free post-event event is a great way to help look after collection (selected sites only). your environment.

Visit: cleanupaustraliaday.org.au Clean Up activities run at various locations across Frankston City.

Detox your Home

Landscaping ideas

Dispose of unwanted and potentially dangerous household chemicals through the Detox your Home free service in Frankston City on Saturday 4 February.

This service helps reduce the risk of poisoning, environmental pollution and bushfire hazards. Most household chemicals should never be poured down the drain as this pollutes waterways. The chemicals collected are recycled or safely stored in secure landfills in accordance with EPA Victoria requirements.

Visit sustainability.vic.gov.au/ detoxyourhome for a full list of accepted items including: • Brake fluid and car wax • Cleaning fluids and cooking oil • Detergents and drain cleaners • Pesticides and pool chemicals This is a joint Council and Sustainability Victoria initiative.

While Frankston City is at low risk of bushfires spreading, a number of our residential areas are next to natural reserves or border the urban fringe.

Fire is a natural event and it is important that residents within bushfire prone areas take steps to manage their bushfire risk.

In the past, a common approach to bushfire protection was to clear all native vegetation. However, landscapes can be managed to help balance the protection of life and property from fire while preserving natural environments.

Drop-off your household chemicals free-of-charge

The top five garden tips designed to help reduce the spread of fire are: • Carefully selected and located trees can help to protect buildings by acting as a barrier against When: Saturday 4 February, 8am–4pm radiant heat and flames and Where: Skye – site address provided deflecting wind driven debris and upon registration embers up and over a building. All Registration is required to manage vegetation will eventually burn, but traffic flow and avoid queues on the day. some species are more flammable Register: phone 1300 363 744 or visit than others. As a general rule, fire sustainability.vic.gov.au/ resistant plants have high moisture detoxyourhome content, high salt content and low volatile oil content • Not all existing trees need to be removed. Their risk to property can be reduced by pruning back any animals. Tree hollows can take more branches that overhang buildings, than 100 years to develop. having a separation of 2 metres Council tries to retain and protect old between tree canopies and creating hollow-bearing trees wherever a 2 metre clearance off the ground possible to support biodiversity and • Periodically remove dead leaves, enforces the Planning Scheme and bark and branches as well as leaf Tree Protection Local Law. litter from underneath trees around Arborists can also help ensure old the house (under decks and within trees (including dead trees) are safe gutters). Maintain grass at a height and continue to provide habitat. of less than 10 cm frankston.vic.gov.au/trees • Vegetation should always be kept clear of access to and from the house and property

Trees help protect wildlife Trees and other vegetation not only provide us with clean air, shade and beauty – they also cool our homes and suburbs in summer, reduce stormwater runoff and help ‘treat’ water before it drains to the bay.

Trees are also essential to help feed and shelter our local wildlife, particularly tree hollows which provide nesting sites for possums, parrots and more. Across Australia the loss of hollow-bearing trees is a threat to the survival of many native

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Bushfire prone areas

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• Create separation between each garden bed and your home using gravel paths, non-flammable mulch and mown grass. Garden beds areas should be 5m² or smaller The amount and reliability of water is critical for all properties. While a well-planned garden is important, it is only one aspect of preparing for bushfire. In high-risk areas on Severe, Extreme and Code Red days, leaving early is always the safest option.

For further information, visit cfa.vic.gov.au and search for their ‘Landscaping for bushfire: garden design and plant selection’ booklet, available free-of-charge.

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Sustainable City #frankstoncity

Recycling beyond hard rubbish Most waste accepted at FRRRC Residents that may have missed their Hard Waste collection or have extra waste items can load up their car or trailer and visit the Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre (FRRRC).

FRRRC will accept a lot of the items (some at no cost) that weren’t included in the kerbside hard waste collection including: paint and paint tins (free), bricks, concrete, timber, batteries, tree stumps, BBQ gas bottles and tyres.

With an average spend under $30 per resident and a safe, clean and userfriendly site, the centre is proving popular for residents, businesses and tradespeople.

Just over a year since it opened in Skye, FRRRC has been well received with more than 11,500 tonnes of waste coming through the gates including 1,800 mattresses.

More than 55 per cent of the material received at the centre has been diverted from landfill.

FRRRC is open seven days a week, 8am–4pm at 20 Harold Road (off Ballarto Road) in Skye. Details: FRRRC.com.au FRRRC is not a landfill site and does not accept food, liquid or hazardous waste.

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Building, trades and garden waste Turn your Christmas tree into compost at FRRRC, drop-off only $5

FRRRC welcomes most building, trades and renovation non-hazardous waste.

Offering the cheapest disposal rates in the region plus a clean, safe and userfriendly site. Isn’t it time you checked out the Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre?

20 Harold Road, Skye Open 7 days 8am-4pm FRRRC.com.au Phone 1300 322 322

Recycle right in Frankston City

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Liveable City

Your pet our city

Foreshore Parking Permits

Summer reminders

Council compliance officers are targeting popular dog spots this summer and will fine irresponsible pet owners.

Summer restrictions • Dogs are not allowed on Frankston or Seaford beaches between 9.30am and 7.30pm from December to March • Dogs are allowed at other times, but they must be on-leash

Council’s beach buggy is out every weekend over summer and patrolling at random on weekdays

• Council provides 33 free roam parks for off-leash exercise • 1 in 3 guide dogs are attacked by an off-leash dog

Summer care • Pets can die in cars during warm weather • Cars heat up very quickly and even on mild days pets can die in less than six minutes • Provide plenty of drinking water and shade for your pets

Fact: top dog issues

Emergencies

• Dog owners are legally required to carry a pooper scooper or bags and pick up after their dog • You must walk your dog on-leash in all public places

Your pets are your responsibility

• Planning for animals in emergencies such as bushfires or floods is important. For information, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au

Frankston City residents displaying their Foreshore Parking Permit sticker are eligible for free parking at the main car parks along Frankston and Seaford beaches.

The permits are only valid for the time limits shown on car park signs.

Permits are valid at the following parking areas: • Waterfront North and South Car Parks, Frankston (Melway Ref: 102 B3) • Waterfront No 2, opposite the service station (Melway Ref: 102 B4) • Nepean Highway, Frankston, beach side between Olivers Hill and Pier Promenade (Melway Ref: 102 B4) • Wells Street Beach (Frankston Surf Life Saving Club), Frankston (Melway Ref: 100A B6) • Seaford Life Saving Club, Seaford (Melway Ref: 99 D4) • Keast Park, Seaford (Melway Ref: 97 D10)

Foreshore parking permits are not valid in any other location and do not allow vehicles to park in prohibited spaces such as ‘Loading Zones’ and ‘No Stopping’ areas.

Vehicles must park in marked bays only.

If you need an additional permit, visit Council’s Customer Service Centres or download the application from Council’s website: frankston.vic.gov.au

Street Sweeping Calendar 2017 Weekly commencement dates

Month 2017

Area A

Area B

Area C

Area D

January

23

2, 30

9

16

February

20

27

6

13

March

20

27

6

13

April

17

24

3

10

May

15

22

1, 29

8

June

12

19

26

5

July

10

17

24

3, 31

August

7

14

21

28

September

4

11

18

25

2, 30

9

16

23

November

27

6

13

20

December

25

4

11

18

January 2018

22

1, 29

8

15

February 2018

19

26

5

12

October

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Improving Frankston’s city centre The Victorian Government’s $63 million investment in the Frankston Station precinct is underway with the start of the Young Street works and design phase for the new Frankston Station.

Council is working closely with the project managers to help support the best outcomes for the local community throughout the construction phase and the finished product.

Young Street redevelopment VicRoads has advised that the $13m Young Street works will continue through to May 2017.

Thank you to everyone for their understanding with the temporary relocation of bus stops and taxi ranks.

Ultimately, this project will result in better transport facilities.

For further information, contact VicRoads, phone 1800 859 520, drop in to the Frankston Revitalisation Hub, 58 Young Street, open Monday to

Friday 10am–3pm or visit: vicroads.vic.gov.au and search for ‘Young Street’.

Young Street traders Please continue to support our local businesses while works are underway.

Access will continue throughout the project.

Frankston Station Redevelopment

fund local infrastructure improvements including: • Level crossing removals proposed at Eel Race Road, Seaford Road and Overton Road • Electrification of the train line to Baxter along with a third rail line to expand train services to Frankston

Frankston’s new eat street

Station Street Mall is set to be The winner of the design competition transformed to become Frankston’s new ‘eat street’ with Council and the for Frankston Railway Station will be announced late March 2017. Council’s Victorian Government working together to offer grants of up to CEO Mr Dennis Hovenden is a $50,000 to attract new dining venues. member of the panel reviewing the five finalists.

This is one of the main thoroughfares between Frankston Station and the Bayside Centre and these grants help offer a chance to transform the character of Frankston’s city centre.

Hospitality businesses can partner Transport infrastructure with property owners in Station Street Council continues to advocate to the Mall to apply for the Eat Street Grants. state and federal governments to help Funds can be spent on the fit-out of

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and more trees planted to create a tree-lined avenue.

Energy-efficient LED feature lighting adds colour and life while highlighting the trees and planter boxes.

Visit Wells Street in the evening to appreciate the full lighting effects.

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Frankston city centre projects A number of private developments are also underway in the city centre including new apartments. For more details, see the online interactive map: investfrankston.com

Think Big thanks

Wells Street project complete The heart of Frankston’s city centre is transformed following the completion of the recent Wells Street improvement project jointly funded by Council and the Victorian Government.

New features include: unique planter boxes, sculptural seating, waste bins, wider footpaths, garden beds

properties, including commercial kitchen installation. Details: frankston.vic.gov.au/eatstreet Cargo Nutrition Bar is also already catering to outdoor diners at the Station Green pop-up park in Station Street Mall.

The designs are unique to Frankston and the finished look has beautified the area while enhancing pedestrian access, safety and opportunities for people to meet, socialise and shop along Frankston’s premier retail and entertainment area.

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Thanks to all the people who attended the Think Big Frankston City community conversation in early December.

This event was just one part of the overall ‘Think Big’ community consultation process where Council invited members of the community to have their say. There was also an online forum that attracted: • 9,358 individual views • 133 ideas posted • 2,022 votes Feedback showed that participants really valued the opportunity to speak up, be heard by Council and work together towards making a difference in our community.

Council is better able to serve residents and groups that speak up about what they want for Frankston City.

A transcript from the consultation is now available. For updates, please subscribe to Council’s eNewsletter, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/eNews

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Artwork: The Bonfire by Kerrie Warren

Frankston Arts Centre Your Council

2017 Program

Music

Drama

Family

Music

The Bob Dylan Story

Gasworks Arts Inc

CDP Kids Productions

Slava & Leonard Grigoryan

DYLANesque

Hello, Beautiful!

Mr Stink

Grigoryan Brothers

Saturday 4 February, 7.30pm A 2-hour show celebrating the life, times and music of the legendary Bob Dylan Tickets: From $40

Wednesday 15 March, 7.30pm A funny and personal evening with Hannie Rayson, one of Australia’s best-loved playwrights Tickets: From $40

Friday 17 March, 11am & 6pm An amusing and light-hearted play based on the book by David Walliams Tickets: From $20

Sunday 26 March, 7.30pm Australia’s finest guitar duo perform an eclectic selection of works Tickets: From $44

Discounts apply

Discounts apply

Drama

Comedy / Drama

Comedy

Discounts apply

Drama

shake & stir theatre co and QPAC

HIT Productions

Melbourne International Comedy Festival

ILBIJERRI Theatre Company and Belvoir

Dracula

Shirley Valentine

Comedy Roadshow

Coranderrk

Wednesday 12 April, 7.30pm The Gothic horror story swoops the country in a gripping, criticallyacclaimed production Tickets: From $44

Friday 5 May, 8pm A wonderfully entertaining monologue about breaking free from the pressures of society Tickets: From $44

Sunday 7 May, 8pm Australia’s ultimate comedy road show Tickets: From $44

Saturday 20 May, 7.30pm A production telling the story of the campaign to keep the Coranderrk reserve in Aboriginal hands Tickets: From $44

Discounts apply

Discounts apply

Comedy / Drama

Family

Tasmanian Theatre Company & Straightjacket Productions in association with The Karralyka Centre

Garry Ginivan Attractions (Aust) by arrangement with Kenny Wax Family Entertainment Ltd (UK)

Bakersfield Mist

We’re Going on a Bear Hunt

Tuesday 6 June, 7.30pm Comedy set in the present day that’s based on a true story Tickets: From $44

Wednesday 12 July, 10am & 12pm A mini-musical about a family out for a walk and on the lookout for a growling bear Tickets: From $20

Discounts apply

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Discounts apply

Discounts apply

Dance Sydney Dance Company

Frame of Mind Friday 14 July, 8pm A performance depicting intricate contemporary dance directed by multi-award winning director Rafael Bonachela Tickets: From $34

Bookings: 03 9784 1060 or thefac.com.au

Frankston Arts Centre is a business unit of Frankston City Council

Discounts apply

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Neighbourhood News #frankstoncity Let’s end family violence

Play it safe by the water

Thank you

By Cr Sandra Mayer

By Cr Michael O'Reilly

By Cr Colin Hampton

Council joined with local groups and businesses to help promote the 16 Days of Activism campaign to end violence against women. We can all take some responsibility towards ending violence.

Thank you to the many local café owners for supporting this campaign using orange coffee-cups with ‘no excuses’ messages.

For family violence support, visit: safesteps.org.au or 24/7 phone support 1800 015 188

Adult supervision is the most effective way to protect young children and infants around water – when you’re at the beach, by the pool or in the bathroom. Never take your eyes off children around water and remain within arm’s reach.

A child can drown in 20 seconds and drowning is one of the major causes of unintentional death for Australian children.

Restricting children’s access to water with safety barriers such as pool fences, is just one way to reduce the hazard. Under state law, all pools more than 30 cm deep (including inflatables) require appropriate barriers. Pool and spa owners are responsible for the safety of their pool fences and gates.

Council officers conduct random audits of pools and spas on private property and residents may be fined if they don’t comply with safety requirements.

Details: frankston.vic.gov.au/PoolsandSpas Carrum Downs Library summer reading and activities The Carrum Downs Library is a great asset to our community, located at 203 Lyrebird Drive. Airconditioned, it’s an ideal place to escape the heat.

The Library hosts a Summer Reading Club for kids and school holiday activities at the Carrum Downs Library include: • Heroes and Villains Storytime, Wednesday 11 January, 11.30am, for ages 3–8 • Dreamer in the Deep puppet show, Thursday 12 January, 11am, for ages 3–12, $5 (Lyrebird Community Centre) • Foil art craft, Monday 16 January, 2pm, ages 5–12, $3 • Junk craft, Thursday 19 January, 11am, ages 8–12, $3 Bookings: 9784 1020.

Prevention is better than cure Frankston currently has the lowest rate of bowel cancer screening in the state with only 32.2 per cent of Frankston residents who receive an athome bowel screening kit, actually completing and returning the kit.

Bowel cancer is Victoria’s second-biggest cancer killer, but 90 per cent of bowel cancers can be cured with early detection. The risk of the disease increases sharply from age 50.

As well as being a Councillor, I am a postie and I deliver several of these free bowel screening test kits every day. It’s a clean and simple process that only take a few minutes and could save your life.

Details: cancervic.org.au/boweltest or phone 13 11 20.

Thank you to the community for re-electing me to represent you for the next four years on Council.

I am here to work for everyone, so please don’t hesitate to contact me if I can assist.

Cr Michael O'Reilly Mobile: 0418 721 679 Email: croreilly@frankston.vic.gov.au

Cr Colin Hampton Mobile: 0400 236 109 Email: crhampton@frankston.vic.gov.au

Pictured in support of the 16 Days of Activism campaign – back row: Council’s Director Community Development Dr Gill Kay, Charlwood’s Cafe owner Yvens Ferraz de Camargo, Mayor Cr Brian Cunial and Cr Colin Hampton. Front row: Deputy Mayor Cr Steve Toms, Cr Sandra Mayer, Mr Paul Edbrooke MP and Mr Chris Crewther MP

Fresh Start sounds Two of the coffee-cup campaign supporters were Yvens and Silvia from Charlwood’s Café in the Frankston Library foyer. Yvens also runs a group of volunteers called Fresh Start Sounds which hosts regular concerts and jam-sessions at the Frankston Library forecourt where other local musicians are welcome to join in. They are looking for funding to help support future concerts.

Raising local issues When I was standing for Council recently one of the main issues people raised with me was animal welfare. Subsequently, at the first Council meeting I raised two Notice of Motion items, both of which were carried unanimously.

The first raised additions to the Domestic Animal Management Plan which Council is reviewing over the coming year. This plan needs to focus on strategies to improve overall animal welfare issues and also reduce Council costs associated with animal management. Additions proposed include fencing dog free roam areas and better ways to manage lost or deceased pets.

The second item was about weed spraying around playgrounds and preschools, asking for a report back to Council about alternatives to chemical treatments. This is in the interests of reducing exposure to toxins by our children and our pets who are often in these locations.

Cr Sandra Mayer Mobile: 0400 236 107 Email: crmayer@frankston.vic.gov.au

North-East Ward

Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve Construction is due to start in March on the new community sporting pavilion at the Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve on Wedge Road.

The works also include public toilets and car park and construction is likely to take 12 months, weather dependent.

The total cost of the project is $3.8 million, with Council investing $1.3 million this financial year.

This is made possible thanks to $1.05 million from the Victorian Government as well as funds raised through the sale of some land to VicRoads and the CFA plus some funds from Melbourne Water’s Living Rivers Grant. The sale of the Carrum Downs Memorial Hall for more than $700,000 has also helped fund the pavilion plus the new soldier's memorial at the Lyrebird Community Centre.

There are additional needs for this Reserve outlined in the master plan but further funding would be required to make them happen.

New pedestrian bridge Carrum Downs residents can now safely walk across Boggy Creek on Frankston-Dandenong Road, as Council recently installed a new pedestrian bridge. This also improves access for cyclists using the Peninsula Link Trail.

Twilight golf special Frankston City is fortunate to be home to one of the best public golf courses in Melbourne, and also one of the longest at 6,122 metres.

Centenary Park Golf Course is Council-owned and located just off McClelland Drive, Frankston. The Centenary Park Golf Club is well known for being friendly and welcoming new members.

The Club is affiliated with the Victorian Golf League (VGL) and competes in a number of competitions while offering regular play for juniors, ladies, men and mixed groups.

Green fee players are welcome outside club competition times. To make enquiries, contact the Club on 9776 6505.

The professional golfers based at the on-site Pro shop are happy to assist with private or group lessons and cater for beginners to experienced golfers.

During daylight saving you can play for only $16, after 2pm, seven days a week. Please phone to book in up to a week in advance, contact the Pro shop on 9789 1480.

Langwarrin >> Carrum Downs >> Sandhurst >> Skye

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Neighbourhood News I’m back!

New face on the block

A privilege to represent you

By Cr Kris Bolam JP FAIM

By Cr Lillian O’Connor

By Cr Glenn Aitken

I want to thank the people of Karingal, Seaford, Frankston North and Frankston for electing me as their Councillor for a second non-consecutive term.

It is a privilege to be given your trust after stepping away from public life some four years ago. In my time away, I have worked for Victoria Police as a Protective Services Officer (First Class). I have also served on a number of local boards, gained a number of tertiary qualifications and travelled extensively.

I returned to public office (albeit reluctantly) because I felt the previous Council had woefully veered off the path that had been clearly paved for them during my term of office. The wasteful spending, wrong priorities and infighting were simply too much for me (and ultimately the public) to ignore.

A big thank to you to the people of North-West Ward for putting their trust and hopes in me as their new Ward Councillor. It is an absolute honour and privilege to represent the people of North West Ward.

I wish to thank you for re-electing me to Council.

It is an honour and a privilege to represent you.

This is now the fifth term of office in succession.

Whilst I’ve personally delivered several thousand leaflets by bicycle, as an independent with no organised election campaign, I particularly acknowledge here the generosity of so many residents from very different backgrounds and viewpoints who voluntarily came forward offering to help distribute leaflets to thousands of other households.

I simply could not have done it without your help.

If this election is any kind of victory for me, I think perhaps it is a greater victory for every resident who does not want party politics and personal agendas contaminating our Council.

It is also, I would suggest, an affirmation of the blunt, straightforward way, I speak. I do not hesitate to challenge anyone or any issue, when justified and when that challenge will arise at a better outcome for our city.

It is not unusual for people who have been in a council for a long time (and that includes far too long) to become complacent and basically stale.

After 22 years in local government I still maintain the drive, enthusiasm and sometimes even the ferocity (according to prevailing circumstances) to challenge, analyse and think outside the square.

Politics, reputationally, in this country today has fallen to a new low. Most of us are completely disillusioned by the empty promises when elections are held and even worse performances when an election process is over and the merry-go-round seems to just keep turning no matter what we do.

In the latest Council election in Frankston however, there are several new young people that have been elected who I think will make a refreshing difference and I look forward to working with them.

At a personal level outside of Council all of us can make a real difference every day by what we say, do, or how we encourage others around us.

“What goes around comes around”.

Cr Lillian O’Connor with Sonya Kilkenny MP at the recent Seaford Cricket Club for Junior Open Day

Cr Bolam door knocking during the recent local government elections

The public support I received has been nothing short of resounding. I was fortunate to win the most votes of all candidates in the North-West Ward and I see this as affirmation that the Council can and should do better for its core constituents – its residents.

I am truly humbled, and again thank you for the trust!

I am absolutely committed to representing you no matter how difficult the issue at hand may be. Feel free to contact me any time to discuss anything impacting upon you.

Ward meeting I promised during the election period to deliver a new style of representation for the people of NorthWest Ward. Not wasting time, a 'ward meeting' (the first of its kind to be conducted in over four years) was held at the Talbot Hall in Seaford on 13 December. Myself, newly elected Councillor Lillian O'Connor and veteran Councillor Glenn Aitken answered questions and committed to follow-up queries posed at this meeting which was attended by well over a dozen residents. The practice of ward meetings will not be an isolated event. More ward meetings will be held in 2017 to allow each and every resident to have their say on what they expect their representatives to achieve on their behalf over the next four years.

Cr Kris Bolam JP FAIM Mobile: 0417 921 644 Email: crbolam@frankston.vic.gov.au

North-West Ward 14

I stood for Frankston City Council because I love where I live and I am so very proud to call Seaford home. However, over recent years I had become increasingly concerned with a number of things such as unfair rate increases, reckless and extravagant spending and a lack of funding in areas where it should have been directed — such as local and community services.

My priority on Council will be to listen to my community and to deliver projects and services that my community wants and deserves. I will focus on delivering good value for money to ratepayers and increasing accountability and transparency around expenditure and investment.

I want to see better youth engagement, safer and more connected neighbourhoods, more opportunities for girls and young women in sport and a greater sense of pride in our local community.

I strongly encourage residents to contact me to discuss any concerns they may have or to let me know about any ideas or suggestions for making our local area an even better place to live. I am here to represent you and to help the community in any way I can. I want to see everyone in the community get a fair go.

Council is there to serve the needs of the residents, not the other way round. I promise to stand up for the residents of North-West Ward and be their local and passionate voice on Council.

Cr Lillian O’Connor Mobile: 0419 298 838 Email: croconnor@frankston.vic.gov.au

Cr Glenn Aitken Phone: 9786 3274 Email: councillors.office@frankston.vic.gov.au

Seaford >> Karingal >> Frankston North >> Frankston

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Neighbourhood News #frankstoncity Working for you

Advocating for all

Supporting our community

By Cr Brian Cunial – Mayor

By Cr Quinn McCormack

Cr Steve Toms – Deputy Mayor

Thank you to the residents and ratepayers of South Ward for supporting my third term as your local Councillor. I will continue to work hard for you and do what I can to help.

Keeping cool in the heat Some extremely hot days are forecast for Melbourne this summer. Each year, people are admitted to hospital for heat stress which can be very serious.

Vulnerable members of our community are at high risk during extreme heat including seniors, young children, pregnant or breastfeeding mothers and people with pre-existing medical conditions or taking certain medications. Please take care of yourself on hot days and look after friends or neighbours who may be at risk.

On hot days we often try to carry on as normal, but I urge you to slow down in the heat: • Stay inside and out of the sun and keep yourself cool • Avoid strenuous activity, even gardening • Drink plenty of water, before you feel thirsty; avoid alcohol • Wear loose clothing in light colours • Do not leave children or pets in parked cars Heat stroke is life-threatening. 24 hour health advice phone Nurse on call 1300 6060 024. In emergencies, phone an ambulance on 000.

Details: frankston.vic.gov.au/heatwave Dreaming poles in Gardens Eight new Dreaming Poles created by Indigenous artists are now making a great impression at Frankston’s George Pentland Botanic Gardens.

As your new South Ward Councillor I thank you for your support and look forward to working with you to safeguard Frankston’s great assets and create further potential for a brighter future. I am a long term resident and successful lawyer operating a business in Frankston.

I am an experienced advocate and negotiator who welcomes the opportunity to help all residents to ensure that everyone has the representation and opportunity they need and deserve.

I pledge to work for better services, safer communities, environmental protection and good governance.

New family law pilot locally I recently attend the launch of a new family law pilot program in Frankston. This new pilot will soon offer a continuing legal service to parents in southeast Victoria from the critical time they first appear at the state Magistrates’ Court seeking help with family violence intervention orders, through to addressing their ongoing and often complex family law needs.

G’day. It is an absolute honour and privilege to be elected as your representative on Council. Recently I was honoured to be elected Deputy Mayor by my colleagues.

This is an exciting time for Frankston City. There is record investment from the state and federal governments in Frankston and private investment is booming. Our future is a bright one, but we should also take a moment to appreciate and celebrate our city’s rich history and the people that now call Frankston City home.

Since I was elected in early November I have hit the ground running and have had the opportunity to attend many events in our community and have met some pretty amazing people.

This series of artistic totem poles have replaced the former Dreaming Trail poles which were too damaged following exposure to the elements. The former poles are now ‘returning to the earth’ in nearby garden beds. The new poles are made from iron bark, which is expected to last 40 years.

The poles feature carvings and painting depicting lizards, tortoises, snakes and ants. These are a vibrant addition to the Gardens and the Dreaming Trail helps tell the traditional story of how the Mornington Peninsula was created. Thank you to the Indigenous artists including Aunty Di and Uncle Beamo.

Mayor Cr Brian Cunial Mobile: 0400 236 977 Email: crcunial@frankston.vic.gov.au

South Ward

Deputy Mayor Cr Steve Toms (right) pictured with the Mayor Cr Brian Cunial and members of the Wuxi delegation from China Mr Chen Ximing Chairman of the People’s Political Consultative Conference Liangxi District and Mr Wang Jinjian Vice Mayor of Wuxi Municipal People’s Government on their recent visit to Frankston City.

Travis Fewster, Maurice Blackburn; Chief Justice Diana Bryant, Family Court of Australia; Jackie Galloway, Chief Executive Officer, Peninsula Community Legal Centre; Cr Quinn McCormack and Nicole Rich, Executive Director, Family, Youth and Children's Law, Victoria Legal Aid.

The two-year Family Violence to Family Law Continuity of Service Delivery pilot will be conducted by Peninsula Community Legal Centre and has been funded by a $500,000 grant from Victoria Legal Aid. Chief Justice Diana Bryant of the Family Court of Australia, launched the program noting it had the ‘capacity to make a real difference to the lives of many parents’.

Under the pilot, a family lawyer will now attend Frankston Magistrates’ Court one day a week and Moorabbin Justice Centre two days a week to assist clients already seeing a duty lawyer for help with family violence intervention order matters.

Lawyers in the pilot will be able to identify potential family law problems and offer advice, assistance or referrals resulting in clients getting both immediate help with their safety concerns and a plan for dealing with their family law problems before they leave court.

Cr Quinn McCormack Mobile: 0419 446 930 Email: crmccormack@frankston.vic.gov.au

Over the next four years I will be a voice you can trust and who will work hard to achieve progressive outcomes on your behalf.

My focus on Council will be to support small business in our community, job creation, connecting with the greater community and our city’s youth, protecting our precious local flora and fauna, supporting our pensioners, our workers, elderly senior citizens and being a voice for ordinary people.

I stood for Council so that I can make a true difference. We have a lot to be proud of as residents of Frankston City but I believe that things can always be better and I will work hard each day to achieve that.

I will do this with a collaborative approach and remembering that as Councillors we are here to listen to those we represent and to make evidence-based decisions according to all the information at hand.

With a new Council elected we are working hard to listen to your concerns and act on them. I hope to see you and your family out at the fantastic events that are on over the summer.

Deputy Mayor Cr Steve Toms Mobile: 0418 953 576 Email: crtoms@frankston.vic.gov.au

Langwarrin South >> Frankston City Centre >> Frankston South >> Frankston

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School Holidays

Ranger activities Guided Ranger Walks

Junior Explorers

Bunarong Park, Frankston

Tuesday 17 January, 9.30–11.30am

Open to all ages

Tuesday 10 January, 9.30–11.30am

Seaford Wetlands

Wednesday 18 January, 9.30–11.30am

Guided Ranger Bush Foods Walk George Pentland Botanic Gardens

Wednesday 11 January, 9.30–11.30am

Wittenberg Reserve, Frankston Little Boggy Creek, Langwarrin Tuesday 24 January, 9.30–11.30am

Belvedere Bushland Reserve, Seaford Wednesday 25 January, 9.30–11.30am

Ranger Geoff with two junior explorers at the Seaford Wetlands

Bookings essential • Children must be accompanied by an adult • Cost per event: $5 adult, $3 concession, $2 child, under three free-of-charge Frankston Visitor Information Centre: 1300 322 842 or visitfrankston.com

Frankston Youth Central and Hangouts Langwarrin Langwarrin Community Centre School Holiday Program for primary school aged children, operates weekdays until 27 January from 7am to 6.30pm.

Special activities are offered each day along with a variety of games, sports, craft, construction and access to electronic devices. A number of weekly excursions and incursions are included in the program. All welcome. Bookings and details: langwarrincc.org.au/downloads

Frankston Youth Services holiday program runs 9 to 27 January for ages 12–17.

Activities include surfing and fishing plus affordable excursions to the Big Bash Cricket, Melbourne Victory Soccer, Geelong Water Park, Phillip Island and Gravity Zone.

Bookings and details, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/schoolholidays

Hot Arts for Cool Kids Use recycled materials, let your imagination run wild and create a masterpiece for display.

Monday 9, Tuesday 10, Thursday 12 and Friday 13 January 10am–12.30pm Cube 37, Frankston Arts Centre, 37 Davey Street, Frankston Ages 4–12, must be accompanied by an adult $15 first child/ $10 subsequent children, per session Bookings: 9784 1060

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Circus fun for everyone Introduction to circus skills including aerials, acrobalance, tumbling, mini tramp, hooping, juggling and more.

Monday 23 January • 10.30am–12pm session for ages 5–8, $20 • 1–3pm session for ages 9–13, $25 Cube 37, Frankston Arts Centre, 37 Davey Street, Frankston Bookings: 9784 1060

Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre The aquatic inflatable Splash Town course returns to PARC this summer.

The first of its kind for aquatic centres across Victoria Splash Town gives children an exclusive water sport experience Splash Town has 10 timeslots daily and is available for children aged 6 and up. Bookings are essential: parcfrankston.com.au/splashtown The PARC school holiday program runs 10.30am–3.30pm daily, between 3 and 29 January. Kids club activities run 1–3pm weekdays with activities including arts and crafts, sandcastle making and board games.

Families can also enjoy the range of entertainment facilities at PARC, including the award-winning AquaPlay™ Playground, toddler pool and the 114 metre long Constrictor™ raft water slide.

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Considering an extension or sub-dividing your property?

Talk to a Planner

Tertiary education expansion Contributing to the social, cultural and economic growth of the region • More than $20 million is being invested over the next five years in Monash University’s Peninsula campus in Frankston – towards new

Wednesday 8 March, 6–7pm Frankston Library, Long Room An opportunity for locals to speak one-on-one with a Frankston City Council planning officer to talk through any planning enquiries and

ask questions about the process.

This event is free-of-charge. Limited places available.

RSVP: town.planning@frankston. vic.gov.au or 1300 322 322

research and facilities including a partnership with Peninsula Health • Chisholm Institute’s Frankston campus is benefiting from a $70.5 million redevelopment currently underway and due for completion in 2018

Frankston business survey Help measure the local economy • Open to any local business • Completely anonymous • Takes 10–15 minutes • Prizes to be won The annual business survey helps measure local business confidence, identify trends and helps Council respond to business needs.

Car park works Annual Report 2015–2016

Enter and you can go in the draw to win

Council is improving access to local sport and recreation facilities, with car park upgrades starting in January at:

• Dinner for two at the Boathouse Restaurant Frankston • Half day session with a business coach • Free membership to the Frankston Visitor Information Centre and one month window display • Free membership to the Frankston Foundry co-working space To complete the survey, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/business

Eric Bell Reserve, Frankston North Home to football, soccer and cricket clubs

Baxter Park, Frankston South Home to football, soccer, tennis, archery, equestrian, cricket and a dog free-roam area

Council's report to the community is now available online.

Visit: frankston.vic.gov.au Frankston City fast facts: • 4,207,493 bins emptied • 400,695 library visits • 14,350 visits to a Maternal and Child Health (MCH) centre • 49,722 Meals on Wheels provided • 126,200 people joined in major festivals and events

Ballam Park playground Recently upgraded

Frankston’s popular regional playground in Ballam Park on Cranbourne Road has had a significant upgrade and now caters to all-ages.

New features include: • Slides and rope nets • Parkour equipment • Rock climbing wall and rebound wall • New multi-use ball court

• Larger flying fox • Scooter track designed for young children to learn to scoot/cycle in a safe environment – with childfriendly mini-mounds The existing fort was refurbished and the former flying fox will be relocated to the William Hovell Reserve in Frankston South.

Council invested $1.1 million improving this site.

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Our Community

Positive ageing

Planning for Good Health Come along to this fun, interactive and relaxed information session exploring how to live life to the fullest.

This free session will provide you with the tools to help identify what is important to you as you age and encourage you despite the challenges we all face as we age.

When: Monday 20 February, 10–11.30am Where: Ebdale Community Hub, 20 Ebdale Street, Frankston Bookings essential: 9784 1046

2nd Annual Frankston Antiques and Collectables Fair Saturday 25 February 2017 9am–3.30pm Monash University Sports Complex, enter via Millard Street, Frankston Valuations on day $5 per item. Entry $5 (children free). Proceeds to local charity – Life-Gate Inc. Enquiries 03 9770 0595

Kindergarten builds kids

Student Splash Card 2017 Local discounts, offers and job alerts Local high school, TAFE and university students can enjoy the Splash Card student discount scheme.

Sign up for exclusive giveaways, job updates and special offers from more than 30 local businesses in Frankston’s city centre including: • Hoyts Cinema • Strike Bowling • Trigger Bros • Cold Rock

Four-year-old kindergarten is about having fun and making lots of friends. It’s also a great place for children to connect with their community and get ready for primary school.

Kindergarten helps build strong, happy, social, friendly and creative children.

It is crucial that children have access to rich and stimulating learning environments during their early years as an important stepping stone towards developing lifelong skills.

Registrations for 2018 Registrations for 4-year-old kindergarten in 2018 open Monday 6 February 2017 and close on Friday 28 April.

Details: frankston.vic.gov.au/ kindergartens or 1300 322 322.

Clothing collection bags Visit: splashcard.com.au to register or Like ‘Splash Card Frankston’ on Facebook and Twitter.

Thank you to the many residents who support recycling initiatives in our community.

Unfortunately, some people help themselves to bags of clothes left out for charity, leaving unwanted items along our streets.

Please donate direct to charities where possible by taking advantage of clothing recycling bins or leave bags inside your property boundary – and only on the collection day.

To find a charity shop near you, visit: nacro.org.au

Fully accessible toilet now open at Bayside Centre Changing Places Bayside Centre is now one of only four shopping centres in Australia with Changing Places accessible public toilet facilities with change tables and hoists.

Bayside Centre is a popular destination and ideal location for fully accessible facilities. Council worked closely with Bayside and local disability advisers to re-locate the hoist and change table from its previous location in Keys Street

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All-abilities accessible change facilities and toilets are now available at the following locations in Frankston City: • Peninsula Aquatic and Recreation Centre (PARC) • George Pentland Botanic Gardens • Bayside Centre, level one near the car park lift (Woolworths/Aldi end) Each location offers height adjustable adult-size change tables, ceiling hoists and tracking to assist carers with transfers and sufficient space to accommodate a wheelchair user and carers.

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Celebrating the Community Bus 100,000th passenger

Free immunisation sessions Immunisation protects your child from a range of harmful diseases and benefits the long-term health of the community.

Expectant parents and guardians Frankston Mechanics Institute of newborns can also have a free 1N Plowman Place, Frankston whooping cough (Pertussis) vaccine Monday 16 January, 5.30–6.30pm booster through Council’s Lakewood Child and Family Centre immunisation service.

107 Raphael Crescent, Frankston Council offers 16 free childhood Monday 23 January, 12–1pm immunisation sessions a month Montague Park Maternal across a variety of locations, and Child Health including: Bentley Place, Frankston Frankston South Community Tuesday 24 January, 9.30–11.30am and Recreation Centre Lyrebird Community Centre 55 Towerhill Road, Frankston South 203-205 Lyrebird Drive, Monday 9 January, 9.30–11.30am Carrum Downs Karingal PLACE Neighbourhood Centre 103 Ashleigh Avenue, Frankston Tuesday 10 January, 9.30–11.30am Langwarrin Community Centre 2 Lang Road, Langwarrin Wednesday 11 January, 9.30–11.30am (New time) Banyan Fields Child and Family Centre 90A Cadles Road, Carrum Downs Thursday 12 January, 9.30–11.30am Frankston North Community Centre 26 Mahogany Avenue, Frankston North Thursday 12 January, 1–2pm

Frankston City Council’s Community Transport Bus service recently celebrated its 100,000th customer — Freda Gould.

Ms Gould has been using Council’s community bus service since 1999, saying that it is brilliant of Council to provide this service to elderly residents who don’t have a licence and cannot drive.

“I always enjoy going on the bus as I’ve had the opportunity to go shopping and attend local events and activities," said Ms Gould.

“For me to get a taxi would cost a fortune whereas the bus is only a gold coin donation.”

The service now supports approximately 450 passengers across Frankston City with more than 6,000 trips per year. The door to door service operates Monday to Friday on

a fixed timetable to various locations and enables senior residents to continue to actively participate in local life.

If you don’t drive or are considering giving up driving, Council’s Community Transport Bus provides a safe, friendly and reliable service to eligible Frankston City residents, who may find accessing public or private transport difficult.

For more information about Council’s Community Transport Bus, phone 9784 1933.

Wednesday 1 February, 9.30–11.30am

Seaford Maternal and Child Health 41 Railway Parade, Seaford Tuesday 7 February, 9.30–11.30am Mahogany Rise Early Learning Centre 2/25 Jenkens Street, Frankston North Tuesday 7 February, 1–2pm No need to book, just bring along your Medicare card and Childhood Health Record Book.

Details: 1300 322 322 or frankston.vic.gov.au/ Immunisation

Parent education program Council also offers a range of fun and informative sessions to help local young families with issues such as: • Toilet training • Sleep settling • Foods for baby

• Boost Up Blues • Post-baby core strength For a 2017 timetable, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au Sessions are free-of-charge however bookings are essential, phone 9784 1756.

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Sport and Leisure

Improving sporting facilities McClelland Reserve soccer pavilion

Baxter Park pavilion upgrade complete Baxter Cricket Club and the Frankston Bombers Football and Netball Club are now enjoying their newly refurbished and expanded facility at Baxter Park.

Council has worked closely with the clubs to ensure the new facility maximises opportunity for sports participation. The pavilion has new toilets, an updated kitchen and unisex change facilities that will better support female participation.

Baxter Cricket Club is fielding two junior teams in the inaugural Mornington Peninsula Cricket

Association Girls Cricket Competition this season.

For details about cricket, football and netball opportunities at Baxter Park please contact:

"The new facilities open up so many opportunities for cricket at Baxter.

With modern and female-friendly facilities we have been able to start up two all-girl teams and the impressive new facilities have attracted new people to our Club.”

Bob Hope, Baxter Cricket Club

“We’re thrilled with these new facilities. It doesn't just cater for netball and men’s football, but now women’s football. We’re excited that our predominantly family club can expand.”

Tony Fulton, Vice President Frankston Bombers

Frankston Bombers Football and Netball Club Cheryl Cameron, Secretary 0413 562 133

secretary@frankstonbombers.com.au

Baxter Cricket Club

Darren Uccello 0400 160767 baxtercc.vic.cricket.com.au

Frankston Skate Park events Skate, Scoot and BMX competition

Wednesday 18 January YMCA in partnership with Frankston Youth Services will host this competition at Frankston Skate Park.

Registration kicks off at midday. Free entry, barbecue, prizes and giveaways.

Under 12s at Frankston Skate Park, photo by Alex Waldmeyer

YMCA Australian Skateboard League (ASL) National Qualifier Saturday 28 January The top five from the Victoria event will qualify for the National Final at Melbourne’s Moomba Festival in March 2017. With plenty of cash and product prizes up for grabs, the Victorian qualifier at Frankston Skate Park is shaping up to be a big one!

Details: skateparkleagues.com

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School holiday skateboard lessons Getting on a skateboard for the first time can be daunting. That’s why Frankston Skate Park staff offer a fun and professional entry level program for beginners and intermediates.

Lessons run daily during the summer holidays with each session running for one hour, all equipment provided.

Bookings and details: 9769 6579 or frankstonskatepark@ymca.org.au Follow Frankston Skate Park on Facebook for updates.

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The new extension with change room facilities and storeroom is finished along with refurbishing the existing pavilion.

Featuring a new kitchen, upgraded change rooms, improved social space

and new picture windows along the entire north side so spectators can view the soccer action. Council contributed $960,000 and the Victorian Government $100,000.

Langwarrin Community Centre Council has managed some recent improvements to the Langwarrin Community Centre made possible thanks to a $100,000 grant from the Australian Government Department of Social Services.

Works include a new deck for community group activities and events, with shade and a small stage area for functions and presentations.

New raised garden beds have been built for a new Community Garden due to open at the Centre in early 2017.

Three large rainwater tanks have also been installed to harvest water from the Centre’s roof to supply the garden.

More information about local community gardens is available on Council’s website: frankston.vic.gov.au

Catamaran state titles Frankston Yacht Club

Frankston Yacht Club will host the 2017 Victorian Formula 18 and 16 Catamaran State Titles on Saturday 11 to Monday 13 March, with support from Frankston City Council.

The international class catamarans offer exciting racing for competitors and spectators alike, reaching speeds of up to 50 km/h with their colourful spinnakers.

Australia has the third largest F18 fleet in the world and Frankston Yacht Club is home to one of the biggest F18 fleets in Australia.

Competing alongside the world’s best, local Frankston sailors have trained hard for the event and will hopefully share the winner's podium.

These spectacular catamarans can be

viewed by beach-goers as they rig up on the beach. Sailors are always happy to answer questions.

Spectator viewing will be available along the Frankston foreshore throughout the regatta.

Getting active in the great outdoors A number of operators responded to Council’s invitation to host active and healthy activities and events in local parks and open spaces this summer.

The type of events coming soon include social beach volleyball competitions, beach yoga, outdoor cinema and market events.

For more information on what’s on this summer, please subscribe to Council’s eNewsletter: frankston.vic.gov.au/eNews

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