Frankston City News May-June 2017

Frankston City News May – June 2017 frankston.vic.gov.au

Investing in our future Council’s proposed budget for the 2017–2018 financial year continues to deliver local projects, provide important community services and maintain existing facilities for the future.

The budget is closely aligned with the proposed Council Plan for 2017–2021 which is based on the community’s expectations and priorities.

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Both the proposed budget and the Council Plan documents are available for public comment.

Council is highly accountable to the community and is the only level of government to openly display plans and budgets for your feedback before they are finalised.

Comments are welcome by Friday 12 May. Visit: frankston.vic.giv.au/haveyoursay

Advocating for Frankston City Local government collects 3.5 cents in every tax dollar raised nationally, yet delivers more than 150 different services while managing significant local infrastructure.

Since the state government introduced rate-capping, Council is even more reliant on funding partnerships with the state and federal governments to help deliver

local projects that meet the community’s needs.

Council has identified priority projects in the proposed Council Plan and will advocate to other levels of government for funding support, particularly in the lead up to the next state and federal elections.

See pages 4 and 5 for more details.

Frankston City Council Proposed Annual Budget 2017 – 2018

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Proposed Budget 2017–2018

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Frankston's Future

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Queen's Baton Relay in Frankston

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Speed date a sustainability expert

Seaford >> Frankston >> Langwarrin >> Karingal >> Skye >> Frankston South >> Frankston North >> Carrum Downs >> Langwarrin South >> Sandhurst

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Your Council

In this issue

Supporting local major events The event season continues this year with the Mayor’s Family Picnic at Cruden Farm on Sunday 10 September. I hope to see you there.

Your Council 2 Community Update 3 Proposed Budget 2017–2018 4–5 Connected Community 6 Frankston's Future 7 Community Safety 8 Enjoy Every Moment 9 Our Community 10–11 Frankston Arts and Culture 12 Neighbourhood News 13–15 Sustainable City 16–17 Build Your Business 18–19 Sport and Leisure 20

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.

Connect online Like ‘Frankston City Council’ Follow @FrankstonCity Follow @FrankstonCity frankston.vic.gov.au/enews

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Don’t let this place go to the dogs

Frankston City’s annual events play an enormous role in bringing the entire community together and building pride in our city. Around 126,200 people joined in local major festivals and events last year.

Along with the media and tourism opportunities they bring, events such as the Christmas Festival of Lights, The Waterfront Festival and Pets’ Day Out are eagerly anticipated and help make Frankston City a great place to live and visit.

It is only through the generous support of sponsors that Council is able to deliver such high quality and large scale events each year.

I’d particularly like to acknowledge and thank sponsors who have supported recent events, including: • Nine News • EastLink • Leader Community Newspapers

• Karingal Hub • Slater and Gordon • South East Water • Budget Truck and Car Rental • Ash Marton Realty • M1 Traffic Control • Allison Monkhouse • PARC • Banana Boat • Springfree Trampoline • Bay City Holden • Core24 Health Clubs • Telstra Store Karingal • PETstock • Nova 100 • The Messy Shed • Reddy Roast Carvery • Us Real Estate • Cruden Farm • Smooth FM • Travis Honda • Doghouse

More than 18,500 dogs are registered in Frankston City which is about one in every three households. My wife and I have two dogs that bring us lots of love and joy and like most pet owners, we strive to do the right thing by them and the community.

Unfortunately, Council receives numerous complaints about dog owners doing the wrong thing. Please walk your dog on a lead, pick up their waste and ensure your fences are in good order to help keep them safely at home.

Cr Brian Cunial Mayor

Working together There is a lot of excitement building now we have seen concept designs for the new Frankston Train Station.

This project is crucial to Frankston’s transformation and we look forward to seeing progress at this site, which we expect to commence later this year.

During May the nation celebrates Volunteer Week. We are fortunate to have so many volunteers providing valuable services in our community.

I’d particularly like to acknowledge those wonderful people without whom a number of Council services wouldn’t be possible including Meals on Wheels, visitor information, activity groups, Library homework clubs and much more. See page 6 of this edition to learn how you can become involved.

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Councillors and Council staff met recently with representatives from Bayside Shopping Centre and the Frankston Business Network (pictured above) to discuss shared issues in the Frankston city centre, including community safety. Council also works closely with Victoria Police on local safety matters including the CCTV

network which is continuing to grow across Frankston City.

Frankston Dolphins is aiming to sign up 1000 members, to help their bid to return to the VFL. If you want to keep this important Club in our community, please see details on page 20.

Council has released the proposed budget and proposed four-year plan for community feedback by Friday 12 May. These documents are linked in that the Council Plan helps set the direction when selecting budget priorities. Key highlights are featured on pages 4–5. We welcome your feedback on both documents.

Dennis Hovenden Chief Executive Officer

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Frankston Basketball Stadium

Ratepayers held to ransom by the Frankston District Basketball Association Given the recent publicity regarding the $13 million Frankston Basketball Stadium redevelopment, Council would like to take the opportunity to ensure the facts are put before ratepayers in order to correct misinformation and to provide clarity on these matters for the entire Frankston City community.

Our focus has always been on getting this project delivered. While the Frankston District Basketball Association (FDBA) seems eager to conduct its negotiations through the media, we have tried to resolve matters in a more constructive manner. They have also now called in lawyers, costing their members and the community more money.

Rent comparison $450,000 $400,000 $350,000 $300,000 $250,000 $200,000 $150,000 $100,000 $50,000 $0

Current FDBA rent (10 courts once rebuilt)

trimmed to fit the budget. Now the FDBA, after it signed off on the scope and participated in the construction tender evaluation, is demanding Council commit to more than $3 million in additional expenditure.

It would seem that agreements with the FDBA are not binding.

Rent It gives Council no pleasure being in For the existing premises, the FDBA dispute with a valued community pays an annual rent of $32,304 per organisation, however Councillors Rent review annum, plus a discounted building must act in the best interests of the insurance of $5,500 per annum. While The FDBA is refusing a future Council entire municipality. Every extra dollar Council had initial discussions with the the opportunity to conduct an objective spent on this development is one FDBA over a base rent ($60,000) plus a review of the rent payable. Council is dollar less spent on other community requesting a rent review to ensure the proportion of its turnover for needs. For example, $3 million could amount is fair for the FDBA and the maintenance of the new facility, this buy us two new multi-purpose sports community. The total lease term the was taken off the table some months pavilions, three new preschool centres FDBA is requesting is for 40 years. ago. Council is currently requesting or pave 75 km of footpath. Projects To assist in setting up an agreed such as these are also a priority to mechanism for the review, we have Frankston City. with other municipalities asked the FDBA to provide Council with Council calls upon the Frankston its detailed accounts — something District Basketball Association to which it is required to do under its come to the table, cease its “winner current lease. Although boasting a takes all” adversarial approach and $2 million turnover, the FDBA has negotiate in the best interests of their refused to provide these documents. members and the entire Frankston City community.

Scope of works Further information about the Council is committing $4.6 million of Frankston District Basketball Stadium ratepayer funding to this project and right from the beginning it was agreed redevelopment can be found online.

Visit: frankston.vic.gov.au that this figure was capped and that the scope of the project would be Casey Knox Keilor Boroondara 10 Courts

In 2015, Council and the FDBA reached agreement on all aspects of this project bar the amount of rent payable. Council is disappointed that the FDBA now refuses to accept nearly every clause of this agreement.

The key issues are:

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10 Courts

$60,000 per annum with rent reviews consistent with standard business practice. This is a net increase of $22,000 per annum for a $13 million investment — negligible by any standards.

Further, in comparison with similar facilities across the state the offer to the FDBA is fair and lower than others as depicted below.

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Community Appreciation Awards Council recently presented certificates acknowledging some local community groups.

Friends of Langwarrin Outdoors and Waterways

Susan Webster established the Friends of Langwarrin Outdoors and Rotary Peninsula 2.0 Waterways (FLOW) after realising the An initiative of the Rotary Peninsula severity of litter around Lloyd Park 2.0 Club, the Birth Tree Project, gives Reserve, Boggy Creek and Appleberry our city's next generation of citizens Reserve. On Clean up Australia Day a unique lifelong connection to their Susan led a group of 57 volunteers place of birth, while raising funds for which removed nearly 420 kg of the Frankston Hospital Children's rubbish from these reserves and Services Unit. surrounding areas. The group plans Details: rotarypeninsula.org to also focus on weed control and revegetation. Regular clean ups are Frankston Fabulous Fifties planned for the fourth Sunday of each Swimming and Aerobics Club Based at PARC this Club meets Fridays months, plus working bees which will be announced on the Facebook page.

10am–2pm and has grown to a membership of 120, over half of which Details: Like FLOW environmental are aged 80+. Details: 9781 4272 or group on Facebook or email judylaux@yahoo.com.au f_l_o_w@outlook.com

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Proposed Budget 2017–2018

Serving the community Council is committed to achieving great outcomes for residents within a budget that allows for the Victorian Government’s 2 per cent rate rise.

The proposed budget for 2017–2018 delivers the essential services the community expects while continuing to support investment in the future.

There will be a continued focus on asset renewal to maintain existing facilities.

Council will continue to engage with the community over the coming years to ensure non-essential services are reviewed and budget priorities are identified.

Total expenditure $200.72 million includes: Capital works

Community safety

Waste management

Maintenance, cleaning and security for 300 Council owned buildings

$51.92m $15.73m

Family support services

$14.62m

Aquatic centres

$13.20m

Arts, libraries, festivals and events

$7.34m

$5.57m

Community wellbeing, participation and inclusion

$5.27m

$7.96m

Prioritising Frankston City Frankston City Council has released the proposed Council Plan for 2017–2021.

Frankston City is currently undergoing a major transformation with an enormous amount of public and private investment that will forever change the way Frankston looks and feels.

The revitalisation of the city centre through the $63 million Frankston Station Precinct redevelopment currently underway is the centrepiece for this transformation.

Combined with the $70.5 million upgrade to Chisholm’s Frankston

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campus and various new developments in the heart of the city centre, Frankston is on its way to a more prosperous future.

The proposed Council Plan shows how Council has listened to the needs of the community through the ‘Think Big Frankston City’ consultation process.

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Priorities include: 1. Developing a regional tennis facility 2. Constructing a safe boat harbour at Olivers Hill and a new Coast Guard building 3. Electrification of the rail line to Baxter, including train stabling and maintenance facilities 4. Delivering stage two of the Frankston Station Precinct redevelopment 5. Relocation of a state government department to complement the redeveloped Frankston Station Precinct 6. Further developing Frankston City as a premier arts and culture destination and sculpture city

7. Ensuring the timely delivery of the National Broadband Network across Frankston City Through Council’s strong and successful advocacy, Frankston City has received more than $200 million in commitments from both state and federal elections since 2010. As part of this plan, Council will continue to have a strong focus on leading and advocating to other levels of government to support our vision.

Have your say on the proposed Council Plan 2017–2021 by Friday 12 May. Copies available at Council Libraries and Customer Service Centres and online, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au

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Proposed Budget 2017–2018 #frankstoncity

Council’s proposed Annual Budget 2017–2018 Key infrastructure projects Frankston Basketball Stadium expansion

$8,133,149

Council contribution this financial year: $2,536,774 Total project cost $13 million

Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve multi-purpose pavilion

$2,379,967

Council contribution: $1,015,467

Footpaths and shared paths

$2,268,000

Ballam Park East pavilion

$1,764,046

Council contribution: $1,464,046

McClelland Reserve car park

$950,000

Ballam Park soccer and cricket pavilion design

$450,000

Council contribution: $50,000

Seaford North Reserve change rooms

$500,000

Council contribution: $200,000

Roads and bridges Council contribution: $6,110,000 Significant roads include: • Cranhaven Road , Langwarrin (Warrandyte Road to Lapwig Court) – Special Charge Scheme

Rate notice: 2017–2018

$637,000

Traffic management

$1,088,770

Implement local area traffic improvements including the Woodlands precinct in Langwarrin.

City centre upgrades

Improvements to Langwarrin Child and Family Centre, Seaford Child and Family Centre, Seaford Community Centre and a new training café for the Frankston South Community and Recreation Centre.

Public Toilets

$600,000

Upgrades in Station Street mall, Other recreational upgrade works Nepean Highway Boulevard (from Beach Street to Davey Street), Shannon include: Overport Park pavilion, Lloyd Park, Carrum Downs Recreation mall and Clyde Street mall.

Reserve, Jubilee Netball Centre, Centenary Park and BMX Club.

Have your say

This graph shows Council’s expenditure to deliver services to the community, for every $100 invested.

Council invites comments by Friday 12 May on the:

Family services Corporate $4.40 $4.43 Capital works $29.50

Arts,culture and libraries $5.30

$866,000

$1,820,000

$9,025,000

Safety and enforcement $4.77

Stormwater Management • Newton Avenue and Weeroona Road, Langwarrin South – Special Charge Scheme • Taylors Road, Skye (Ballarto Road to Community and child care facilities Hall Road) • Valley Road, Skye

Proposed Budget 2017–2018

Proposed Council Plan 2017–2018

Frankston City Council Proposed Annual Budget

Frankston City Council Council Plan

2017 – 2018

2017 – 2021

Aged services $6.04

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Planning, business support and tourism $6.07 Lifestyle capital of Victoria

Property and facilities $6.78 Roads and drainage $8.79

Parks and leisure $14.48 Environment and waste $9.44

Beach • Nature • Sport Arts and Culture • Family Living Education • Jobs Diverse Communities

Copies available at Council Libraries, Customer Service Centres and online visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/HaveYourSay

63 per cent of Council’s income comes from rates and charges

Rate impact

Receive rate notices by email

The average residential rates and charges for 2017–2018 will be $1,728.86 Residential rate in the dollar Median residential valuation in Frankston Residential rate in the dollar Median residential rate Municipal charge Council garbage charge (120L) Total rates and charges median residential

2016–2017 $427,220 $0.002873 $1,227.40 $152.55 $315.20 $1,695.15

2017–2018 $427,220 $0.002930 $1,251.76 $155.60 $321.50 $1,728.86

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2.0% 2.0% 2.0% 2.0%

$24.35 $3.05 $6.30 $33.70

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Connected Community

National Volunteer Week 8–14 May 2017

National Volunteer Week is an annual celebration to acknowledge the generous contribution of volunteers.

A number of Council services and local community groups, sports clubs, schools and more rely on volunteers who generously give their time to help others.

The benefits of volunteering are widely reported with volunteers nearly always reporting that they enjoy the rewarding experience of giving their time to help others.

IDAHOBIT Day event

International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia Council will recognise IDAHOBIT Day with a flag raising ceremony and morning tea event.

The rainbow flag will be raised at the Frankston Civic Centre to demonstrate Council’s commitment to an inclusive community where all are welcome.

When: Wednesday 17 May, 10.30am Where: Frankston Civic Centre

flagpoles, 30 Davey Street, Frankston Cost: Free, includes morning tea

and a wonderful range of

guest speakers Bookings: 9784 1046

Volunteering Expo

Positive ageing event

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Impact Volunteering is a free service which helps link people looking to volunteer in the community with organisations and services requiring support.

The information and referral desk is located inside Frankston Library, 60 Playne Street, Frankston, open Monday to Friday, 9am–4pm.

To make an appointment with one of our referral officer, phone 9770 6492 or drop in to the Frankston Library.

Mark and Carol volunteer at the Impact Volunteering Desk inside Frankston Library.

Tea and Trivia Quiz Day Come along to this free event to celebrate respecting our seniors as part of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Tuesday 13 June 11am til 2pm Frankston Mechanics Institute Corner of Plowman Place and Nepean Highway, Frankston Wear purple to show your support for seniors rights • Free afternoon tea • Guest speakers from Seniors Rights Victoria • Fun quiz game Bookings are essential, phone 9784 1046

Impact Volunteering

seniorsrights.org.au

Elder abuse is any act which harms an older person and is carried out by someone they trust such as an adult child, family member, partner, carer or friend.

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Contact our free, confidential Helpline 1300 368 821

Wednesday 10 May, 11am–3pm Lyrebird Community Centre, 203 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs Learn about the many ways you can make a difference through volunteering. Free event, all welcome.

Nominate local volunteers Nominations open for the 2017 Frankston City Volunteer of the Year Awards. Celebrate and recognise the valuable contribution volunteers make to the Frankston community, and reward locals who give so much to help others. For an application form please email manager@ impactvolunteering.org.au

Impact Volunteering Directory A new Volunteering Directory is now available that lists the variety of not-for-profit organisations registered with Impact Volunteering. The directory helps inspire potential volunteers with local opportunities.

This handy booklet was developed by a combined group in the Work for the Dole Program through WISE Employment.

The directory can be viewed at the Impact Information and Referral desk located within Frankston Library.

Pictured are: Melissa King (Coordinator of Impact Volunteering), Jim Schaefer (Board Member of Impact Volunteering), Deputy Mayor Cr Steve Toms, Tim Jerram (Chairperson of Impact Volunteering), and Kim Kearsey (Secretary of Impact Volunteering).

Introduction to Volunteering sessions 10–11am Frankston Library, Long Room, 60 Playne Street, Frankston Please RSVP to info@ impactvolunteering.org.au

Special Guest Speakers • Frankston Beach Patrol 3199 Tuesday 9 May • Council’s Active Ageing and Disability Services Tuesday 13 June • Baptcare Tuesday 11 July RSVP: 9770 6492 or info@impactvolunteering.org.au

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Improving your city centre Frankston Station design

The winning design for the new Frankston Train Station has been announced with Genton Architects chosen from nearly 40 entries in a national competition.

The new station will be safer, more accessible, user friendly and a place that the community can be proud of.

Rebuilding Frankston Station is the centrepiece project of the Victorian Government’s $63 million investment in the redevelopment of the Frankston station precinct.

The state government expects to start constructing the new station later in 2017. More information on the design is available at the Frankston Revitalisation Hub, 58 Young Street, and online, visit: transport.vic.gov. au/frankston-station-precinctredevelopment

Young Street works VicRoads has advised Council that they are ramping up Young Street works to help fast-track this project.

This includes additional night works and weekend works, where Young Street may be closed at times.

Please visit the VicRoads website for project updates: vicroads.vic.gov.au and search ‘Young Street’.

The Level Crossing Removal Authority (LXRA) has not ruled out developing train stabling facilities at Baxter, and Council is advocating to the state government to give this serious consideration.

Given the need to find land of a suitable size for the train stabling yard, bringing forward the electrification of the rail line to Baxter and a third rail, would have enormous economic and Rail planning social benefits for local residents. In Council is disappointed with the plans particular, it will save over 200 local for the rail overpass at Carrum and will jobs in Seaford, create further local continue to work alongside the state jobs in Baxter, and reduce traffic government and the community to congestion in Langwarrin and create a better outcome and support Frankston South. local businesses.

Council will continue to work with the community outlining the benefits of the electrification of the rail line to Baxter and looks forward to the state and federal governments working together to resolve the impasse about who is responsible for this critical project.

Residents are encouraged to attend information hub sessions, various workshops and express your views by contacting LXRA, visit: levelcrossings.vic.gov.au

Frankston city centre projects During 2017, building cranes will be a visible feature in the city centre skyline as part of a number of construction projects including: • Apartment developments in Playne Street and Clyde Street • Chisholm redevelopment works along Fletcher Road (classes continue as usual) • New 750 space car park at Frankston Hospital To find out more about city centre projects, visit investfrankston.com.au and select ‘current projects’.

Frankston city centre – business as usual

Shop Around the Corner

Eyespy

Shop 4/ 58 Young Street, Frankston

Specialising in a unique collection of designer and pre-loved clothing.

Free styling instore.

All clothing, shoes and accessories under $20

Lucky’s Deli and Cafe

48 Young Street, Frankston

Breakfast (Bacon and Eggs on Toast) $4.99.

94 Young Street, Frankston Shop GiftAround Heaven the Corner

Australian 94Unique Young Street, Frankston and International

gifts for-him, her, Gift Heaven Unique kids Australian and home. and International gifts for him, her, kids and home.

Special offer: fashion products Upto 35% off all fashion and products Easter gifts and Easter gifts *Offer valid until 30 May 2017

Frankston’s city centre area businesses are open during the works. Please continue to support these traders and shop locally.

VicRoads has launched a campaign with special offers as an incentive to help support local businesses. The posters, pictured left, are part of this campaign.

For more special offers, 'Like' facebook.com/frankstonBAU or drop into the Frankston Revitalisation Hub, 58 Young Street, open Monday to Friday 10am to 3pm.

Visit vicroads.vic.gov.au and search ‘Young Street’.

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Community Safety

Rewarding responsible pet owners

Is your pool up to scratch?

Council recently started safety audits on all properties with a pool or spa within the municipality.

The increased focus on protection of children around water at home comes following an alarming increase in the number of backyard pool drowning incidents reported this summer.

Council officers will contact pool owners to arrange an appointment to inspect their pool and spa safety barrier’s compliance and will prioritise potential high risk pools and illegal pools.

The most common areas of pool and spa non-compliance include; maintenance of boundary fences abutting a pool, gates that don’t self-close or self-lock and climbable objects against pool fences.

Top tips for ensuring pool and spa safety at your home include:

• Close adult supervision of children at all times • Ensure all gates and doors leading to pool areas are self-closing and self-latching from rest at any position • Never leave a pool gate propped open • Carry out regular maintenance on pool and spa barriers • Keep climbable objects, such as chairs and pot plants, away from the pool barrier • Educate children about proper water safety.

For fact sheets and more information on pool fence requirements, phone 1300 322 322 or visit frankston.vic.gov.au/PoolsandSpas

Council recently issued some on-thespot rewards to pet owners spotted doing the right thing by their pet and their city including: • Walking dogs on a lead • Picking up after dogs • Keeping cats confined to their property With beach summer restrictions now over, please keep the foreshore a relaxing and enjoyable place for visitors by ensuring your dogs are on-leash at all times.

Council provides 33 free roam areas to exercise dogs off-leash. Details: frankston.vic.gov.au

Frankston resident Olivia (and dog Moses) was rewarded for responsible pet ownership by Council officer Amanda at Delacombe Park in Frankston South

No swimming at Olivers Hill boat ramp The new boat ramp and jetty at Olivers Hill in Frankston South is proving very popular.

However, this is not a safe site for swimming and snorkelling – as boats are launching and arriving.

No swimming zones signs are in place. Please swim from Frankston or Seaford Piers or beaches.

Local Fire Permit restrictions Restrictions apply for burning off within Frankston City to help protect safety, air quality and health.

Residents who live on properties 1,600m2 or greater may be eligible for a permit subject to a risk assessment.

Visit frankston.vic.gov.au for the requirements before applying as the application fee is non-refundable.

Permits will only allow for burning on Friday and Saturday between 9am and 4pm.

Anyone found burning off without a permit may receive an on-the-spot infringement of $1,000.

If you have neighbours burning off at any other time, please report offenders to Council during business hours. In the event of an emergency, phone 000.

All permits expire on 30 November, or at the beginning of the declared Fire Danger Period (whichever is sooner).

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Parking around schools In all cases residents should try and make use of Council’s green waste program or take garden waste to the Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre. Visit: FRRRC.com.au

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Children’s safety is currently at risk because drivers choose to park illegally around schools, usually during school drop-off and pick-up times.

This is a common source of complaint to Council with upset residents phoning

each day to report cars putting children in danger. Consequently Council officers then visit schools to issue fines to offenders.

Please park safely and legally so all children get to and from school safely.

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Enjoy Every Moment #frankstoncity

Visit Frankston photography competition

Frankston City Events 2017–2018

Monthly prize winners

A new winner is chosen every month until the end of June. Upload your photo for your chance to win $100: visitfrankston.com

The Mayor’s Family Picnic

January

Congratulations Neil McCarthy for this winning photo of Seaford Pier.

Sunday 10 September 2017, 11am–3pm Cruden Farm, Langwarrin Enter via Cranhaven Road

Pets’ Day Out

Sunday 8 October 2017, 10am–3pm Ballam Park, Frankston Enter via Naranga Crescent off Karingal Drive

February

Annette Whyte won for this winning photo of Frankston beach boxes.

March

Sarah Letho took this photo on Frankston Pier.

You are invited to

FREE

ENTRY

Frankston’s Christmas Festival of Lights Saturday 25 November 2017, 5–10pm Davey Street, Frankston

The Waterfront Festival

1300 322 322 frankston.vic.gov.au frankstonevents

Saturday 10 February 2018, 11am–10pm Sunday 11 February 2018, 11am–6pm Pier Promenade, Frankston

Sunday 10 September 2017 11am–3pm Cruden Farm, Langwarrin

New residents morning tea

Local BBQ “Cook-Off” · Free family lawn games and activities Live entertainment · Market and community stalls Don’t forget to bring your picnic rug!

Thursday 18 May, 10-11am All welcome to find out about local services and meet other new residents.

Bookings essential: 1300 322 842 or tourism@frankston.vic.gov.au Venue provided on registration Please note children must be supervised by an adult/guardian at all times. Event may be cancelled due to bad weather.

No pets allowed.

1300 322 322 frankston.vic.gov.au frankstonevents

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Our Community

Celebrating Neighbourhood House Week 8–14 May

Neighbourhood houses and community centres are a vital part of Frankston City and a great place to develop skills, hobbies, fitness and friendship.

They provide a safe, comfortable and welcoming place for people to meet, while encouraging the local community to gather and participate in a wide variety of programs.

Contact or drop in to any of the centres – all welcome.

Belvedere Community Centre

Karingal PLACE Neighbourhood Centre

36 Belvedere Road, Seaford Details: 9776 8922 or belvedere.org.au 103 Ashleigh Avenue, Frankston Details: 8786 6650 or Ebdale Community Hub karingalpnc.org.au

and Learning Centre

20 Ebdale Street, Frankston Details: 9293 7102 or frankston.vic.gov.au

Frankston North Community Centre

26 Mahogany Avenue, Frankston North Details: 8773 9545 or frankston.vic.gov.au

Frankston South Community and Recreation Centre

Langwarrin Community Centre 2 Lang Road, Langwarrin Details: 9789 7653 or langwarrincc.org.au

Lyrebird Community Centre

203 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs Details: 9782 0133 or lyrebird.org.au

Orwil Street Community House

16 Orwil Street, Frankston Details: 9783 5073 or orwilst.org.au

55 Towerhill Road, Frankston South Details: 9293 7122 or frankston.vic.gov.au

Mid-afternoon women’s workout • Finding it hard to fit in fitness in the morning?

• Need a pick-me-up before the afternoon rush?

This class is perfectly timed before the school pick-up and suits parttime workers or women wanting a mid-afternoon reviver.

Tuesdays during school term, 2–3pm. $8 per session.

Frankston South Community and Recreation Centre, 55 Towerhill Road.

Phone: 9293 7122

The Frankston Photographic Club Inc. One of the largest amateur photographic clubs in Victoria, the Frankston club has a strong membership of 160 that meets weekly at the High Street Centre.

Club members provide feedback, information and support while learning new skills and entering competitions.

This year the Club is hosting the Victorian Association of Photographic Societies Inc (VAPS) convention and photographic exhibition at the Monash Peninsula Campus, from 12pm on Friday 26 to Sunday 28 May. VAPS is a not-for-profit organisation, representing the interests of more than 70 amateur camera clubs across Victoria.

All are welcome to come along to view the exhibition of more than 600 print images plus more digital images and a wide selection of audio visual entries.

Keynote speakers and workshops of specialist photo shoots are all part of the weekend’s activities.

For more information or to register, visit: vaps.org.au

Parenting workshops

Free and friendly sessions for local families Boost up blues

Fun not fuss with food

Baby cues

Toilet training

Food for baby 4–12 months

Sleep and settling newborns

Sleep and settling 7–12 months

Six week program starts Tuesday 30 May, 10am–12pm Thursday 8 June, 10am–12pm Thursday 11 May, 2–4pm Lakewood Child and Family Centre Banyan Fields Child and Family Centre Lakewood Child and Family Centre 107–109 Raphael Crescent, Frankston 90A Cadles Road, Carrum Downs 107–109 Raphael Crescent, Frankston

Infant massage 0–6 months

Wednesday 17 May, 10am–12pm Mahogany Rise MCH 25 Jenkens Street, Frankston North

Sleep and settling 3–6 months

Wednesday 24 May, 2–4pm Banyan Field Child and Family Centre 90A Cadles Road, Carrum Downs

Wednesday 31 May, 10am–12pm Montague Park MCH Bentley Place, Frankston

Wednesday 14 June, 10am–12pm Lakewood Child and Family Centre 107–109 Raphael Crescent, Frankston

Wednesday 7 June, 10am–12pm Thursday 21 June, 10am–12pm Lakewood Child and Family Centre Mahogany Rise MCH 107–109 Raphael Crescent, Frankston 25 Jenkens Street, Frankston North

Council is a Child Safe Organisation that is committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of all children and to protecting them from child abuse.

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Bookings essential: 9784 1756 #frankstoncity

Our Community #frankstoncity

Frankston City to welcome Queen’s Baton in lead Queen’s Baton up to Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Relay coinciding Nominate batonbearers by Monday 15 May 2017 Local legends are being called on to carry the Queen’s Baton in Frankston City as it prepares to host the Queen’s Baton Relay on Sunday 11 February 2018.

Across Australia approximately 3,800 batonbearers are needed to share the dream of the ‘friendly Games’ as part of the Queen’s Baton Relay.

A community nomination program offers the people of Frankston City the opportunity to carry the Baton.

Batonbearers are people of all abilities who inspire others to be great, showcasing their sporting achievements and community contribution to the world.

For more information and to nominate a local hero, visit: gc2018.com/qbr

with Waterfront Festival

The Waterfront Festival, now in its 19th year will be on 10–11 February 2018 as it welcomes the Queen’s Baton Relay in the lead up to the start of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018).

The Festival will remain in the same format with some additional elements added on Sunday 11 February to accommodate the Relay, possibly even a visit from Borobi the unstoppable Koala which is the 2018 Commonwealth Games mascot.

The Mayor Cr Brian Cunial with local athletic superstars Elli Symonds and Debbie Flintoff-King

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

Please donate direct to charities where possible. Charity bins are also available at some schools, train stations and shopping centres including a new location outside Bayside Shopping Centre, in the Kmart loading dock at the corner of Beach Street and Evelyn Street, Frankston.

If you witness people littering the streets with clothing bag contents, please report details to Council during business hours, phone 1300 322 322.

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Southside Beekeepers Club Inc. This busy Frankston-based club boasts 200 members from southeast Melbourne and as far as Gippsland.

Members meet monthly to share the fun, knowledge and excitement of beekeeping. Sessions cover ‘what needs to be done in hives right now’ and special guest speakers on a range of beekeeping topics.

This very supportive club hosts beginner beekeeping courses and other hands-on workshops for members along with an extensive library of equipment (including the new Flowhives) books and DVDs. Joining the club is a great way to connect with other beekeepers in your

area or if you are looking to get started.

Information on ‘all things bees’ including bee-friendly plants can be found on the club’s website and questions posted via Facebook.

New and prospective members are welcome; a $5 fee applies to guests as a supper is served. Meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month, except December, 7pm at Leawarra House, 200 Beach Street, Frankston.

Visit: southsidebeekeepers.com.au or Like ‘Southside Beekeepers Club’ on Facebook

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Artwork: The Bonfire by Kerrie Warren

Frankston Arts Centre Your Council

2017 Program

Comedy / Drama Tasmanian Theatre Company & Straightjacket Productions in association with the Karralyka Centre

Bakersfield Mist Tuesday 6 June, 7.30pm A provocative and hilarious look at what makes art – and people – authentic.

Tickets: $27–$55

Comedy Sammy J

Hero Complex Friday 23 June, 7.30pm Sammy J’s award-winning solo show is his most personal tale yet – an unbelievably true story.

Tickets: $30–$40

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

We’re Going on a Bear Hunt Wednesday 12 July, 10am and 12pm This mini-musical is the wonderful story of a family out for a walk and on the lookout for a growling bear.

Tickets: $17.50–$25

Dance Sydney Dance Company

Frame of Mind Friday 14 July, 8pm Sydney Dance Company’s wildly powerful double bill featuring the smash hit Wildebeest and the multi award-winning Frame of Mind.

Tickets: $27–$45

ILBIJERRI Theatre Company and Belvoir

Coranderrk

Photo by Tyson Mowarin

Saturday 20 May, 7.30pm This production tells the story of the campaign to keep the Coranderrk reserve in Aboriginal hands. It revives the voices of all those, black and white, who fought for a better pact between the country’s oldest and newest inhabitants. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander audiences are warned that this production contains images of deceased persons.

Tickets: $27–$55

Pre-show talk and post-show Q&A Saturday 20 May, 6pm Gain a deeper understanding about the development process for this special production.

Bookings: 03 9784 1060 or thefac.com.au

Frankston Arts Centre is a business unit of Frankston City Council

Frankston City Libraries author talks and activities

Author talk: Clementine Ford

Saturday 13 May, 1pm, Frankston Library Clementine explores issues of gender inequality and pop culture.

Coding for grown-ups

Monday 22 May, 6pm, Frankston Library Find out about coding and why children are learning it.

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Author talk: Alice Pung

Tuesday 23 May, 6pm, Frankston Library Popular books include: Unpolished Gem, Her Father's Daughter and Laurinda.

Sydney Writers Festival Live & Local

Speaker event: Dr Michael Carr Gregg Saturday 3 June, 1pm, Frankston Library One of Australia's highest profile adolescent and child psychologists and parenting book autho.

Author talk: Sean Dooley

Saturday 17 June, 11am, Seaford Library National bird-watching champion.

Bookings essential: 9784 1020 or library.frankston.vic.gov.au

Friday 26 to Sunday 28 May, Frankston Library Streaming headline events.

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Neighbourhood News #frankstoncity Tragedy of violence

Local young entrepreneur

Basketball stadium facts

By Cr Sandra Mayer

By Cr Michael O'Reilly

By Cr Colin Hampton

Shockingly at least one woman a week is killed in Australia by a partner or former partner. Also, more than a third of homeless people are fleeing family violence.

Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre provides 24/7 support, contact: safesteps.org.au or 1800 015 188.

Community campaign Sisterhood Frankston and Mornington Peninsula is a group that provides local support, education, information, empowerment and friendship to help address domestic violence.

The group is hosting a fundraising event to support local campaigns to prevent domestic violence.

I hope you can come along to The Deck Bar in Frankston on Saturday 17 June, 12–5pm. Tickets $10 at the door or donations of $25 welcome.

The event includes entertainment and one of the brave members is shaving her head as an additional fundraiser. All proceeds to Sisterhood FMP. For details, Like ‘Sisterhood FMP’ on Facebook.

Josh Brnjac is a local and inspiring teenage entrepreneur and professional photographer whose work will be featured at the Frankston Arts Centre’s Cube 37 in June.

Coast to Coast — Through the eyes of the young exhibition features Josh’s stunning landscape photographs on display in the Cube 37 gallery plus in the Art After Dark space visible from Davey Street every evening.

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

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

North-East Ward

I want to lay out the facts about the Frankston Basketball stadium redevelopment. The community has made clear that this project is a local priority and Council is committed to expanding the stadium to support the growth of basketball. In my opinion, I believe the Frankston District Basketball Association (FDBA) is holding Council and the community to ransom.

The current budget available for this project totals $13 million which includes a significant Council contribution of $4.6 million. This will build stage one of the works including four new courts, kitchen, cafe, car parking, foyer, change rooms, toilets and more. These works were previously agreed to by the FDBA which was contributing $1 million and the other funding partners including the state government $2.5 million and federal government $4.95 million.

Now that Council has allocated the tender and the Josh is also launching a series of homewares contractor is ready to start the works, the FDBA has including cushions and glass prints featuring seen an opportunity to demand delivery of images of the Mornington Peninsula. An opening subsequent works – valued at a further $3 million event is on Thursday 8 June, 6pm. An artist talk — it had previously agreed would only occur if and morning tea is on the final day of the exhibition, further funding was secured.

Saturday 1 July, 11am. RSVP: 9784 1060.

This is simply not possible within the current Fox control program budget and was always understood and agreed by Lloyd Park Reserve, Langwarrin all funding parties. As stage two works are outside The south-east corner of Lloyd Park Reserve in the current building contract, the entire project is jeopardised due to delays and Council also risks Langwarrin is closed from Thursday 4 May until breaching procurement guidelines.

Thursday 18 May while Council conducts a fox control program.

The FDBA also previously agreed to a change in the This is the bushland pocket of the reserve, between rental agreement. The proposed $60,000 rent is comparatively very generous. The FDBA currently Pindara Boulevard and Shute Drive. The area is returns $32,304 a year in rent to ratepayers for fenced off and gates will be closed to pedestrians.

The remaining facilities in Lloyd Park will still be open. exclusive use of the six court facility. Casey Basketball Association currently pays $430,000 a Please keep cats confined to your property and year for non-exclusive use of 10 courts, Boroondara ensure dogs being exercised off-leash are kept out $191,000 for six courts, Keilor $320,000 for six of this area. courts and Knox $320,000 for six courts in Boronia Food donations needed and some access to courts elsewhere.

Council is supporting the Frankston Community The current market value of the Frankston Food Fest by collecting donations of canned/ Basketball stadium has been independently valued packaged food to help locals in need. at $305,000 a year. The FDBA is also now requesting management rights to the Kananook If you have food taking up space in your pantry Reserve car park plus a lease up to 40 years — or can afford to buy a little extra at your regular which is longer than any other lease arrangement shop, please drop it off so it can be distributed with a Council facility. In doing so, the FDBA is

by Community Support Frankston. Food must be within its ‘use by’ or ‘best before’ date, undamaged asking the community to further subsidise basketball to the tune of $21 million in foregone with original labels intact. revenue over that timeframe.

Take your food donations to the following locations The FDBA has also threatened to withhold the up to the end of May 2017: $1 million they had committed to the stadium • Civic Centre, 30 Davey Street, Frankston redevelopment as well as block Council’s access to • Council’s Customer Service Centres in Seaford the site to start construction. Unfortunately, this and Langwarrin issue is now currently in the • Frankston City Libraries hands of lawyers at the FDBA’s request, resulting in more costs branches to their members and ratepayers.

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

Langwarrin >> Carrum Downs >> Sandhurst >> Skye

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Neighbourhood News Happy birthday

Frankston’s Youth Council

Living history

By Cr Kris Bolam JP FAIM

By Cr Lillian O’Connor

By Cr Glenn Aitken

I recently had the pleasure of presenting an appreciation award to the Frankston Fabulous Fifties Swimming and Aerobics Club which recently celebrated 35 years.

A wonderful group like the Frankston Fabulous Fifties Swimming Club provides senior citizens with an outlet to keep fit and happy. With over 120 members, the Club also welcomes new members.

Contact 9781 4272 or judylaux@yahoo.com.au

I would like to express my heartfelt congratulations to Frankston’s Youth Council for their winning entry in Bully Zero Australia’s ‘Pitch It’ competition.

The team submitted an outstanding video entry, in which they discussed the devastating impacts bullying has on the mental health of our community and outlined their plans to tackle it at a local level.

Bullying is an incredibly serious issue and needs to be tackled head-on. Statistics have shown that suicide is the biggest killer of young Australians, accounting for the deaths of more young people than car accidents.

Bullying can also have devastating effects on the mental health, and young people are overrepresented in mental health statistics.

Research has shown that one in four young Australians currently lives with a mental health condition and 50 per cent of all mental health conditions have been identified in Australians aged 14 or under. Having lived with a mental illness and the stigmas that surround it, this is an issue close to my heart.

Seaford foreshore, extending from Keast Park to Mile Bridge, is one of the most intact sections of coastal foreshore vegetation left in greater Melbourne.

The land was initially reserved with great foresight for public use into perpetuity in the late 19th Century. Throughout that time and into the 20th Century the health of the foreshore has faced a number of challenges including being targeted by developers and the Country Roads Board’s move for another lane. These proposals were vigorously fought off by local residents.

Frankston and Seaford beaches were a holiday destination for people from a wide catchment, mostly travelling by steam train or horse-drawn vehicles.

Immediately after the Second World War, mobility changed dramatically, with most people owning a car. Very few people at that time had airconditioning or swimming pools, which meant during heatwaves, vast numbers congregated at Seaford and Frankston for relief from the prevailing conditions.

As a child I can remember the beach being crowded shoulder to shoulder, and similarly out to the water, and as far as the eye could see towards Melbourne.

The downside to this was the destabilising of the then unfenced sand dunes with countless thousands of people walking at random, setting up tents and driving their cars and caravans behind the sand dunes.

As a result, by the end of the 1960s the foreshore had been badly degraded with sand drifts on Nepean Highway that had to be removed by a front-end loader to allow traffic through.

In the mid-1970s a Regional Employment Development Scheme project commissioned 13 unemployed people to work on the beachfront to re-establish the Seaford dunes and vegetation. This is the most significant environmental project that has been carried out on the foreshore.

Today the foreshore has been preserved for the enjoyment of everyone and is regarded as a local treasure.

Visiting Seaford foreshore is like experiencing a different world thanks to glorious sunsets, clean sand, the colour of the sea and the wildlife. The water quality is almost invariably superb. We all benefit from this reserve as a place to walk, swim and meet.

We are so lucky.

Grade works Council recently reaffirmed its position of opposing the elevation of the Seaford Railway Station and its connective tracks. This is a reasonable position as people I have spoken to, who live in the proximity of the railway station, have concerns about the aesthetics of an elevated option.

Seaford Railway Station is an unusual railway station insofar that it incorporates both residential and commercial zones, as well as native bushland and the Kananook Creek, within its sprawl. I believe an unsightly elevated option would be detrimental to the amenity of the Seaford area.

The state government has recently announced that it is looking into a ‘hybrid’ model at Seaford Railway Station which would incorporate both ‘over’ and ‘under’ components. The jury is still out on this proposal but I look forward to getting more information on what exactly this ‘hybrid’ model will entail.

Furthermore, it was recently announced that the Eel Race Road/Nepean Highway grade separation works would not occur; and instead Eel Race Road would be closed (to and from Nepean Highway). The sealing of Eel Race Road is yet another example of no consultation and no justification. The vehicular congestion that this will cause for residents, particularly along Railway Parade and Armstrongs Road, will be considerable.

I still maintain that the relocation of the existing train stables in Carrum to Seaford is a grave error that will deliver zero value (the negatives far outweigh the positives). On these matters, Council will continue fighting for residents in lobbying the state government to deliver good local outcomes for the people of Frankston; and the Frankston line.

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

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Pictured are nine of the 13 members of Frankston’s Youth Council: Kim, Louise, Saoirse, Jack, Chloe, Felix, Caitlyn, Nick and Caitlin

I recently attended a Youth Advisory Council meeting and was highly impressed with the dedication of everyone involved, in their dedication to make Frankston a better place for young people to live in.

For the last two years the Youth Advisory Council have worked with local support agencies to organise ‘Frankston Stands for Change – Zero Tolerence to Bullying’. These successful events brought more than 3,000 local students together to pledge their commitment to stand up to bullies.

In their submission video the Youth Council discussed their plans to expand upon this, by creating a ‘Do It Yourself Anti-Bullying Resource Pack’ to make available to schools and local organisations, along with complementary workshops.

In case you missed the Youth Council’s winning entry, you can check out their submission, visit: pitchitfrankteam.pagedemo.co 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 Overport Park lights

Better life balance

Representing Frankston residents

By Cr Brian Cunial – Mayor

By Cr Quinn McCormack

Cr Steve Toms – Deputy Mayor

Council is replacing the lights on the main oval at Overport Park in Frankston South to make them competition standard. New lights will also be installed on oval 2 to improve opportunities for training and scheduling games, to accommodate the growth in women’s and junior sport.

This project costs around $500,000 and is possible thanks to contributions from the Australian Government ($300,000) and the state government through a Sport and Recreation Victoria grant ($100,000). The Frankston Dolphins Junior Football Club will benefit from these works which are due to be completed for the winter season.

Langwarrin Community Centre Garden Among the wonderful range of activities available at the Langwarrin Community Centre is a new Community Garden recently constructed in a project managed by Council alongside a large timber deck and verandah that doubles as a performance stage.

This work was funded by the Australian Government through a Department of Social Services grant ($100,000) and the community centre. The garden welcomes new members, contact the centre on 9789 7653.

Volunteer thank you A number of Council services and facilities rely on the generous support of volunteers including tourist information, home library delivery service and Meals on Wheels. A number of keen gardeners also help out at the Frankston Indigenous Nursery and the George Pentland Botanic Gardens. If you’re interested in helping keep the Botanic Gardens looking their best or gaining some horticultural experience, then phone 0417 108 748 to find out more.

Baxter Park pavilion

World Health Day was celebrated on 7 April 2017 and commenced the World Health Organization’s (WHO) global campaign, “Depression: let’s talk”.

Depression is the leading cause of ill health and disability worldwide.

According to the latest estimates from WHO, more than 300 million people are now living with depression, an increase of more than 18 per cent between 2005 and 2015. WHO has identified strong links between depression and non-communicable disorders and diseases. Depression increases the risk of substance use disorders, diseases such as diabetes and heart disease, feelings of hopelessness and thoughts of self-harm or suicide.

One of the factors considered to be causing the rise in depression is social media, which is undeniably a powerful force in our culture. Although meant for social networking, it leaves many feeling socially isolated and studies now show that young people in particular, are at risk of depression as a result of social media. Studies show that cyber-bullying places those who are bullied in emotional and social danger and those who use social media as a comparative tool, sizing up their accomplishments against those of others, are linked to increased feelings of loneliness and isolation.

Isolation, disconnection and loneliness are factors that can lead to depression. Social media usage can affect how we view and portray ourselves and is preyed upon by cyber-bullies, who crave attention via the cyber-world.

A recent journalism graduate wrote of her experience with, as she calls it, anti-social media, which resulted in her hospitalisation due to the affect on her mental health: “Once I began to reflect on how others used social media, I reflected on how I personally use it. It made me realise that I am not only a victim of how social media affects a person’s mental health but also a perpetrator”.

It is important that we balance our time using social media with time in the ‘real world’, developing personal relationships and fostering real-life relational communities. It is important that we have conversations about depression and take steps to address what is the leading cause of ill health globally.

For help, phone: • Lifeline 13 11 14 • Kids Helpline 1800 551 200 • Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467 • Beyondblue 1300 22 46 36 • Headspace 1800 650 890

As a new Councillor it has been interesting to go through the budget process to try to accommodate all the requests placed on Council while allocating priorities on behalf of ratepayers.

Council is responsible for a vast range of services for our community so our role is to balance the cost of delivering services with investing in making our city a better place to live, while understanding that we all want to keep rates as low as possible.

The state government’s works improving Young Street will be of long-term benefit for our community, alongside the Frankston Station precinct redevelopment. Please continue to support stores and cafes based around Young Street. I’ve been listening to their concerns and urge residents to actively support our city centre businesses, to help them thrive during the works.

I’ve noticed the changing vibe locally with traders catering to niche markets. There is very much something for everyone in Frankston’s city centre.

I recently joined the Frankston Bombers Football and Netball Club’s celebration to officially open their new pavilion at Baxter Park in Frankston South. This is shared with the Baxter Cricket Club and includes new female-friendly change rooms, unisex toilets and updated kitchen and social rooms. Thanks to Club members for all their cooperation during this major project.

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

South Ward

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

Queen’s Scout Award recipients – Cr Toms congratulating First Seaford Scout members Shannae Fiddyment, Amelia Walker and Kieren Martin on achieving the highest honour in scouting

I’ve also been involved in a number of local activities including festivals celebrating multiculturalism. This ranges from the popular Ventana Street Fiesta and the new Feast at Frankston Waterfront (Asian street food market) to St Patrick’s Day celebrations and Holi Festival of Colours at the Hindu temple in Carrum Downs.

I was recently elected as President of the Association of Bayside Municipalities (ABM) for a two year term. The ABM represents the interests of the 10 councils which adjoin Port Phillip and we jointly approach shared issues like stormwater management, erosion, dredging and protecting the natural ecology.

Finally I would like to pay tribute to Peter Patterson of the Frankston Susono Friendship Association.

Peter is actively involved in this volunteer group which recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Japanese friendship garden located at Frankston High School. Peter’s ongoing enthusiasm over a number of years has been crucial to strengthening this sister city relationship.

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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Sustainable City

Balloon smart, seabird safe When balloons are used outside, they can escape into the environment, become litter, and harm wildlife through entanglement and ingestion.

CSIRO (2016) identified that balloons were one of the top three most harmful pollutants threatening marine wildlife.

Zoos Victoria and Phillip Island Nature Parks’ ‘When balloons fly, seabirds die’ campaign, encourages Australians to make the switch from using balloons outdoors to seafriendly alternatives.

To find out more visit: Many people have already signed a zoo.org.au/get-involved/act-forpledge, promising to blow bubbles, wildlife/balloons use bunting, flags or other ideas to make their outdoor event ‘pop’.

Every little bit helps Thank you to all those volunteers who helped keep Frankston City beautiful by giving their time at one of the 26 local Clean Up Australia activities.

More than 90 bags of litter were collected this year, including: • 418 kg collected by the Friends of Langwarrin Outdoors and Waterways (FLOW) • 120 kg of rubbish collected by the Kananook Creek Association • 70 kg of litter collected by the 3199 Frankston Beach Patrol group

Permaculture in Frankston City Two new local permaculture groups are now available for local residents Permaculture Carrum Carrum (covers the area Mordialloc to Frankston and inland towards Cranbourne and Keysborough) and Mornington Peninsula Permaculture Network (covers the Mornington Peninsula, from Portsea to Frankston).

The term permaculture combines the words permanent and agriculture. It uses organic gardening and farming practices to integrate the garden and home, creating an environmentallyfriendly lifestyle.

The groups provide networking and support among members. They meet monthly (Carrum Carrum — every

third Tuesday and Mornington Peninsula — every third Wednesday) and new members are welcome. Visit: permaculturemelbourne.org.au Mornington Peninsula Permaculture Network along with Frankston Food Access Network (FFAN) is hosting a film night during Frankston Community Food Fest, screening ‘Design for Life – The Food Forest Story’, Wednesday 17 May, 6.30 to 7pm, Frankston Library. This film is a real Australian example showing permaculture in action.

Bookings: permaculturefilmnight. eventbrite.com.au

Good news for solar customers Feed-in tariff increasing

From 1 July 2017, households and organisations with solar power that are currently receiving the minimum five or six cent feed-in tariff (FiT), will see an increase to 11.3 cents per kWh (kilowatt hour) for power exported to the grid.

The minimum FiT applies to solar systems that have capacities of less than 100 kilowatts (kW), as well as other eligible forms of renewable energy, such as wind, hydro or biomass.

The decision comes after the Essential Services Commission review of electricity prices in the wholesale market and distribution, and transmission losses avoided in Victoria, because of the supply of small renewable energy generation such as solar power.

This is great news for power consumers, as it provides greater support and financial incentive to

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increase the size of their solar systems, or install solar if they haven’t already. This also benefits Council, which currently has 433kW of solar installed on its buildings, and another 448kW of solar planned for installation over the next five years.

While the feed in tariff is not designed to be a profitable commercial venture for those with solar, it helps to offset electricity costs resulting in an overall lower electricity bill.

If you are contemplating installing solar, Council has developed a range of resources to help you ask the right questions and make an informed decision. Visit: frankston.vic.gov.au and search ‘Solar’.

For details on the Victorian feed-in tariff, contact the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning on 136 186 or visit: delwp.vic.gov.au

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HARD WASTE

TVs

LIGHT GLOBES AND TUBES

MATTRESSES

CARDBOARD & PAPER

ELECTRONIC WASTE

Cos it’s a spare room, not a junk room You could really clean up when you take all that old, broken, never used stuff to FRRRC, the Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre.

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

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International Day for Biological Environmental workshops Sustainable vegie gardening Diversity 22 May 2017

Protecting biodiversity Biodiversity is the variety of life in an area. It includes all the animals, plants and micro-organisms along with their ecosystems.

Biodiversity provides us with fresh air, clean water and plant pollination – all helping contribute to food security.

Local biodiversity is subject to a wide number of threats including weeds, pest animals, vegetation removal and climate change.

Protecting and managing local native plants and animals is essential for the long-term health of our environment that supports life, human wellbeing and economic sustainability.

Frankston City's biodiversity is across public and private land and Council is working to link patches of habitat by creating wildlife linkages through the landscape.

What biodiversity is in your backyard?

At first glance, you may notice different plants, including leaf shapes

and sizes. You might also hear different birds. With a closer look, you may see invertebrates and worms under leaves, on grasses and in the soil. Head down to your local park or the foreshore and see the variety of life you can observe.

Gardening for wildlife

Sunday 28 May, 10am–12.30pm Langwarrin Community Hall Cranbourne-Frankston Road, Langwarrin Discover how to create a wildlifefriendly habitat garden as part of World Biodiversity Day celebrations.

Bookings essential.

Places in workshops are booking fast so please book early, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/ environmentalevents or leave a phone message on 9768 1628

What you can do to help local biodiversity

• Use non-polluting household products to help protect waterways • Plant indigenous plants, including trees, shrubs and groundcovers • Leave large logs on the ground for habitat • Remove threats to biodiversity like weeds and litter • Retain large old trees on your property • Install nest boxes • Join your local environmental friends group – there are 14 active friends groups working with Council to look after natural reserves

Frankston Indigenous Nursery Open First Saturday of the month, 9am–1pm Wednesdays, 9am–3pm Autumn is a great time to plant and the Frankston Indigenous Nursery in Seaford specialises in producing quality indigenous plants, which are drought-tolerant and affordable.

A variety of plants are available including tube-stock, six inch pots and young trees.

The Nursery is open until stock runs out, which is usually by late spring.

A group of friendly volunteers help propagate the plants. Please contact the Nursery if you’d like to join in.

Address: 7 McMannis Way, off McCulloch Avenue, Seaford.

Details: 9768 1513

Saturday 20 May, 9.30–11am Joy of the Earth Community Garden Joy Street, Frankston Find out how to grow your own vegetables for the least environmental impact and cost. Suitable for beginners or experienced gardeners.

Celebrate World Environment Day – Speed Date a Sustainability Expert When: Saturday 3 June, 2-4pm Where: Mount Eliza Community Hall, 90 – 100 Canadian Bay Road, Mount Eliza Renovating, designing or building a new home? If you are interested in planning how to make your home and garden smarter, greener and more economical, this FREE Speed Dating event could be just the ticket.

Book your 20 minute time slot or “date” with each expert on a topic of your choice, for personalised advice on your own home sustainability questions.

There will be a wide range of professionals with expertise in

sustainable home design, rainwater and greywater use, solar power, energy efficiency, lighting, insulation, landscaping and sustainable gardens.

The advice will be tailored to your specific situation, so make sure you bring along your sketches, block plans, house designs, and photographs.

This event will be run by the Alternative Technology Association, in partnership with Frankston City Council and the Mornington Peninsula Shire.

Places are limited so bookings are essential. For more information and to register visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/ environmentalevents

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Build Your Business

Build Your Business Workshops DIY Marketing: photography tips for business owners

With digital marketing platforms making it harder to cut through the noise, the demand and necessity for well-crafted visual content is more important than ever. In this workshop you will learn the basic concepts of photography and get to know some of the many easy-to-use tools available.

When: Wednesday 10 May Time: 6–8pm Where: 1–3 Keys Street, Frankston Cost: $40 (inc. GST)

Be your own boss: an introduction to freelancing

Hear from Australia's leading freelance experts and leave with the knowledge needed to launch and grow your venture.

When: Wednesday 10 May Time: 6–8pm Where: 1–3 Keys Street, Frankston Cost: $40 (inc. GST)

Setting financial strategy

Profit and loss statements, budgets, forecast and cash flow – it’s easy for small businesses to feel overwhelmed by business financials.

However, these are great tools once you know how to use them.

When: Thursday 11 May Time: 6–8pm Where: 1–3 Keys Street, Frankston Cost: $20 (inc. GST)

Marketing 101: tourism

The way you present your business can influence its success. Identifying your brand essence, primary markets and key product can determine the clientele you attract.

With the rise of social media, your online presence is more important than ever, so being confident in this medium, seeing real return on investment and maintaining a professional online profile is essential.

When: Monday 15 May Time: 9.30am–12pm Where: Frankston City Council,

30 Davey Street, Frankston

(enter via Young Street) Cost: $20 (limited spaces available)

Digital marketing for tradespeople

Social media isn’t just for marketing agencies and big businesses. Any business, even sole traders can get a marketing boost online with a little investment of time. Personal referrals have always been the best way to attract customers, however in the digital realm negative comments have the potential to reach far more people.

When: Thursday 1 June Time: 6–8pm Where: 1–3 Keys Street, Frankston Cost: $40 (Inc. GST)

How to maximise profit by outsourcing off-shore

Learn how you can effectively outsource key tasks in your business to work more efficiently by hiring through freelancing platforms like Upwork and similar websites.

Participants will learn how to find talent, and work with them to achieve positive outcomes for their business.

When: Wednesday 7 June Time: 6–8pm Where: 1–3 Keys Street, Frankston Cost: $40 (Inc. GST)

Effective business networking

At this workshop you will learn how to build reputation and relationships, and to communicate your business values quickly and effectively using both faceto-face and online networking.

When: Thursday 15 June Time: 6–8pm Where: 1–3 Keys Street, Frankston Cost: $20 (Inc. GST)

Introduction to co-working

Learn more about the benefits from this emerging trend used around the world. Co-working helps create a social workplace culture and build a network with other professionals while avoiding expensive office leases.

When: Friday 7 July Time: 10am–5pm Where: 1–3 Keys Street, Frankston Cost: free-of-charge

Book now Bookings for all workshops can be made online, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/workshops Enquiries about the Build Your Business workshop program can be directed to Frankston City Council, phone 1300 322 322 or email business@frankston.vic.gov.au

Council supports Hastings for Melbourne’s second container port Infrastructure Victoria is currently assessing when and where Melbourne’s second container port should be located.

• $1 billion a year in Gross Regional Product (GRP) in the mid-2030s, rising to $3 billion a year in GRP in the early 2050s

Advice to the Victorian Government about the location of Melbourne’s second container port will be provided in late May.

• An additional 5,700 jobs by the mid-2030s and 15,200 jobs by the early 2050s

Council has had a long standing position in support of Hastings as the location for Melbourne’s second container port.

An expanded container port in Hastings would generate enormous economic benefit for the entire South East Melbourne (SEM):

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Should the Victorian Government decide against locating Melbourne’s second container port in Hastings, Council will continue to advocate for an equivalent investment in economic

development infrastructure in the SEM region.

For more more iniformation visit: frankston.vic.gov.au

Major economic infrastructure is critical to prosperity in SEM and Frankston City.

As of 2011, population growth was occurring at five times the pace of job growth across the region. In Frankston City, the ratio of jobs to residents is less than 1:3.

Without intervention by government, these employment discrepancies will not substantially improve.

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Victorian Government grants for local businesses Frankston City Council welcomes the recent Victorian Government announcement awarding Carrum Downs business, A Touch of Glass, a grant of over $1 million through the Local Industries Fund for Transition (LIFT).

Council has worked closely with the Victorian Government to heavily promote LIFT and other programs to its business community. This has resulted in four local businesses receiving around $2 million in funding through the program.

The four businesses are:

• Ball Horticulture – Skye • A Touch of Glass – Carrum Downs

• Jaze Nominees – Seaford • Recyclable Packaging – Seaford The Carrum Downs/Seaford industrial precinct is among the fastest growing in Australia; with the creation of over 2000 new jobs in the precinct during the past 10 years.

Small and medium sized firms are choosing to locate in local industrial precincts. They are attracted by the excellent transport and telecommunications infrastructure, access to a local workforce, a business friendly Council and the many lifestyle benefits that come with operating a business in a bayside location.

SkyBus settles at Quest

Council facilitation leads to enormous investment Council’s Business Investment Program supports business operators in Frankston City, whether they are looking to establish a new business, expand their existing business or relocate within the City.

The program supports local businesses by providing:

• Assistance with site selection • Upfront regulatory information working with other Council departments (such as town planning, environmental health and building) • Where possible, support to help accelerate permit applications • Development opportunities for local business operators and investors • Economic insight and advice on market trends Excape Room in Wells Street, Frankston is a new business that was recently supported by the program.

SkyBus has a new home outside ‘Quest Frankston on the Bay’ for passengers disembarking from the Melbourne Airport service.

The airport service drop-off zone is now located at 435-437 Nepean Highway, Frankston, just a few doors up from the previous drop-off point outside Dan Murphys which was shared with Public Transport Victoria (PTV).

SkyBus has funded the costs associated with the necessary parking changes, estimated to be approximately $7,000.

“This is great news for the Frankston community,” said the Mayor, Cr Brian Cunial. “The new stop is a convenient location, with the added advantage that passengers can enjoy the cafes and boutique stores in the vicinity.”

The drop-off/pick-up zone at this site has also relocated slightly south of Quest.

For more information on the parking zone changes, a map is available online, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au

Excape offers an exciting real life adventure game where a team of players escape the room by solving clues and series of puzzles within 60 minutes.

Excape benefited from assistance with site selection, early regulatory advice and prioritising the planning application. Director of Excape, Kaja Freimann, said “thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the hard work you did and are doing for us. We have been very lucky to work with you”.

Council is dedicated to creating the best possible environment for business operators in Frankston City.

The Business Investment Program has helped facilitate 30 new businesses which have gone to create more than 300 jobs and over $75m in gross output to the local economy.

For enquiries regarding the program, email business@frankston.vic.gov. au or phone 1300 322 322

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Sport and Leisure

across the three age groups (Under 18, Under 15 and Under 12) plus the inaugural senior women’s team which will play in the newly formed South East Women’s Development League.

The popular and successful girls football program, saw both Dolphins girls teams play off in the grand final last season.

Details: fdjfc.com.au or 0414 336 243

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There has been significant interest in and growth of female footy in recent years which has seen a further boost from the launch of AFLW competition this year.

The Frankston Dolphins Junior Football Club has gone from having a few girls in a couple of mixed teams just a couple of years ago to fielding two girls teams in 2016. This season the Club expects to field girls teams

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It is now less than two months until the Frankston Dolphins present their case to the AFL to regain their VFL licence for 2018, and you can help them return to their rightful place.

Already, a number of new sponsors have come on board, influential people from the local community and beyond have joined the club’s board, Hawthorn legend Gary Buckenara is making his mark as the new general manager, and the next challenge is to sign up 1000 members.

You can join online at frankstonfc.com.au/store or phone 9783 7888. There are a range of benefits for members.

Most importantly, your $50 will help ensure local players have the chance to represent Frankston with pride against fully-professional AFL players and earn the right to be drafted.

Bulldogs premiership heroes Luke Beveridge, Matthew Boyd and Tory Dickson are all former Dolphins, along with standout AFL players like Mark Baguley, Nic Newman and Michael Hibberd.

“There is no doubt we can play a significant role in developing the next

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group of great players and coaches,” Buckenara said.

“We have a long-term plan for the club and I am determined that the Dolphins will re- emerge as one of the leading pathways for the next generations of talent to reach the VFL and AFL heights.

“One of the criteria the AFL has set is that we must have financial stability – I know that building a strong membership base will create financial stability and a sustainable football platform.”

You can also support the club by attending the Dolphins in Business dinner with Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge on Thursday 22 June.

For more information, visit: frankstonfc.com.au/store

Frankston Raiders Rugby League Club Play a different league

Rugby League is a safe, fun and inclusive sport. All junior matches have a modified format to ensure players are safe and have equal opportunity to participate.

The Frankston Raiders offers playing opportunities for junior girls and boys ranging from 4-years-old up to senior women’s and men’s teams. The club also offers touch football programs over summer.

Matches are played on Saturdays and training is on Tuesdays and Thursdays with accredited coaches and sports trainers.

The club welcomes members from diverse communities and cultures.

Newcomers are welcome to join in on a session, based at Peninsula Reserve, Frank Street, Frankston.

Details: facebook.com/FrankstonRaiders or phone 0407 366 733

Quit Challenge Round

Promoting smoke free sports grounds Peninsula Health, AFL South East, GoodSports, St Kilda Football Club, Frankston City Council and the Mornington Peninsula Shire are working collaboratively to support the Frankston District Junior Football League (FDJFL) and Mornington Peninsula Football Netball League (MPFNL) to become smoke free.

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Providing young people, families and the community with a smoke-free sporting environment reduces players’ and spectators exposure to the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and helps discourage young people from taking up smoking.

To coincide with World No Tobacco Day on 31 May, FDJFL and MPFNL will

be promoting smoke free environments through a ‘Quit Challenge Round’ in June.

• MPFNL Saturday 3 June • FDJFL Sunday 4 June Quit Smoking Support is available through Peninsula Health. For a face-to-face appointment locally, phone 1300 665 781.

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