Frankston City News - July-August 2018

Frankston City News July – August 2018 frankston.vic.gov.au

Making your journey simple and faster

Existing Stony Point diesel rail line to be electrified.

Supporting electric trains beyond Frankston With the November Victorian election fast approaching, Council is working hard on advocating to all parties, members of parliament and candidates on behalf of the Frankston City community.

A key priority is the electrification and duplication of the Frankston train line.

Extending electric trains beyond Frankston will mean people living on the Mornington Peninsula will be able to get on a train at Langwarrin or Baxter and commute directly into Melbourne.

It will also mean people will be able to access health and education facilities

by train, including Monash University Peninsula Campus, Chisholm TAFE Frankston Campus, Frankston Hospital and Frankston Private Hospital.

Get involved!

We want to hear about your experiences and how extending the rail line from Frankston onto the

Morningtion Peninsula could greatly improve your travel by public transport.

Submit your stories online at: futurefrankston.com.au.

Learn more about the benefits of extending the Frankston rail line on page 4.

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Mayor's Reading Challenge

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World Ranger Day

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Community Connector Service

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Waterfront Precinct works

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

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Your Council

Budgeting for a bright future #FrankstonCity

Your rates explained

In this issue Your Council 2 Budgeting for a bright future 3 Frankston’s Future 4–5 Enjoy Every Moment 6–7 Sustainable City 8–9 Our Community 10–11 Neighbourhood News 12–14 Arts and Culture 15 Liveable City 16–17 Business News 18 Inside your Council 19 Sport and Leisure 20

Contact us Phone: 1300 322 322 Email: info@frankston.vic.gov.au Interpreter: 131 450 MyFrankston online: 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 Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm Saturday 9am–12pm Langwarrin Customer Service Centre Shop 6, The Gateway Cranbourne-Frankston Road, Langwarrin Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm Saturday 9am–12pm Carrum Downs Library and Customer Service Centre 203 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs Times Vary Visitor Information Centre 7N Pier Promenade, Frankston Waterfront Open 7 days, 10am–4pm 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 Frankston City News is published six times a year and distributed to approximately 60,000 households and businesses.

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Mayor's Message Rewarding reading

Mayor with Owen (2) and Riley (4)

the National General Assembly of The annual Mayor’s Reading Local Government at Canberra's Challenge is back for its eighth year National Convention Centre. The this August, with plenty of prizes on conference is a great opportunity for Advocacy brings results offer for families who participate. councillors and officers from local As works on the transformation of The challenge is for children aged 0-5 Frankston’s city centre come closer to government across Australia to have face-to-face meetings with ministers years and encourages parents and realisation, with the redeveloped and shadow ministers. carers to share as many reading Young Street now completed and the experiences with their children as I was able to meet with a number of new Frankston Station almost possible during the entire month of complete, it’s time to look forward to ministers to discuss important August. advocacy projects including funding how we can further strengthen Children collect prizes for every Frankston City as the Lifestyle Capital to deliver the extension of the Frankston train line, a regional tennis 20 reading experiences and after of Victoria. and gymnastics centre in Centenary a month of happy reading, collect In the lead up to the Victorian election Park, a safe boat refuge at Olivers Hill a reading rewards pack including a in November and a likely Federal and indoor netball and basketball certificate. election in 2019, Council is advocating facilities at Jubilee Park.

I encourage all families to visit their on behalf of the Frankston City Discussions were very productive and local library to become a member and community on a number of vital well received by both sides of politics. sign up for this fun challenge with projects that will cater for further their children, where they can foster Find out more about Council’s growth in the region. a lifelong love of reading. advocacy on pages 4 and 5.

In June I travelled with fellow councillor, Cr Steve Toms and a Cr Colin Hampton Council officer to Canberra to attend Frankston City Mayor To register, visit: library.frankston.vic.gov.au or phone 9784 1020.

Message from the CEO

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rise in demand for welfare support over the past three years. In some parts of the state, the increase on services has been as high as 68 per cent.

According to Census statistics, there were 546 homeless people in Frankston City in 2016, which was the 16th highest estimate of homeless persons in Victoria.

The time for generosity is now. Every donation, no matter how small, will help to make a difference. For just $55, you can help St Vincent de Paul to feed a family for a day.

While this was just one night for me, the problem is an everyday battle for

How rates are calculated

To ensure all ratepayers share in the maintenance of local services and infrastructure, rates are calculated

based on property value. Landholders with lower-valued properties pay less rates than owners of higher-valued properties.

What are valuations?

All properties are revalued every two years, in line with Victorian Government requirements and in accordance with the Valuer General's “Best Practice” guidelines.

As 2018 is a revaluation year, certified valuers gather and analyse a range of property information on individual properties. Property values are shown on your rate notice and rates are calculated on the Capital Improve Value method.

Further information about rates is available online, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/rates

2018–2019 rate notices Rate notices will be distributed to ratepayers in Frankston City this August.

To receive your rate notice by email, sign up at: frankston.vic.gov.au/rates

Property valuations Properties across Frankston City were independently valued on 1 January 2018. Council is required under the Local Government Act 1989 to conduct a revaluation of all

properties every two years.

Valuations determine the share of the budget each property contributes via rates and may differ from a bank or real estate market valuation.

State Budget highlights What’s in it for Frankston City?

Helping a worthy cause

On Thursday 21 June, the shortest day of the year, I joined over 200 fellow CEO’s, business executives and community leaders from across Victoria for the annual Vinnies CEO Sleepout.

Huddled together in a car park with nothing but a piece of cardboard and a sleeping bag, the aim of the event was to raise much-needed funds to provide vital services like housing, food and support for the homeless.

In the last financial year, Vinnies volunteers helped over 318,000 Victorians in their homes or dedicated assistance centres. The charity has experienced an average 40 per cent

If you own a home or business property, you will pay rates to Council. Your rates ensure Council can improve existing and deliver new community services and infrastructure, such as roads, footpaths, parks, libraries and community centres to name a few.

All Victorian councils are required to collect the Fire Services Property Levy and the Landfill Levy on behalf of the Victorian Government. Both are paid directly to the Victorian Government and are not included in Council's Budget. For information on the Fire Services Property Levy, visit firelevy.vic.gov.au

many. Donations can still be made to help others who are less fortunate.

To make a contribution or to find out more about my fundraising efforts, please visit: ceosleepout.org.au/fundraisers/ dennishovenden/ Thank you to everyone who has supported this worthy course.

Dennis Hovenden CEO

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How rates are calculated for every $100 invested locally

Council is delighted to welcome a number of funding commitments announced in the 2018–2019 Victorian Government Budget, which supports the ongoing growth of our region, including: • $172 million for free TAFE courses and additional placements in skills shortage areas. 30 'high-priority' TAFE courses will be offered for free.

• A $15 million commitment to the Frankston North Education Plan • More than $23 million for upgrades to 10 other schools in Frankston City, including Nepean Special School,

Rowellyn Park Primary School and Mount Erin College • Bus service improvements between Skye and Seaford Station.

• The median residential valuation has increased from $428,139 in 2017–2018 to $606,280 in 2018–2019 • The median commercial valuation has increased from $1,014,781 in

2017–2018 to $1,260,097 in 2018–2019 • The median industrial valuation has increased from $491,803 in 2017–2018 to $564,742 in 2018–2019

Recycling industry update Overview

The recycling restrictions imposed by China will be felt nation-wide and will require all three levels of government, industry and the community working together on solutions. Instead of being paid for product, councils are now being forced to pay recycling companies to take the product in the short-term.

Costs

Waste disposal is a significant cost to ratepayers. It is important for all residents to minimise the waste they produce — whether it is recyclable or otherwise.

Residents will notice a rise in waste management charges due to the recycling import bans.

Council has been working to minimise the impact locally and has managed to cap the increase at around $38 per year per household, which is 50 per cent lower than some other local government areas.

What can you do?

Residents can help reduce contamination of recyclables by rinsing bottles, cans, jars and plastics.

This means emptying out contents, and then being water wise by rinsing in leftover washing-up water.

Keep your recyclables loose in your yellow-lidded bin don't put them in plastic bags.

If you’re unsure about what is recyclable and what is rubbish, please visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/bininformation

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Frankston’s Future

Frankston’s Future #FrankstonCity

Council’s advocacy brings results

Serving up new sporting facilities Council supports local projects

Council’s strong advocacy position has resulted in a number of major commitments to Frankston City.

These announcements demonstrate our commitment to lobbying the government and opposition to get the best outcomes for Frankston City.

million for the duplication of Lathams Road in Seaford and improvements to the intersection of Golf Links Road in Langwarrin South.

With the rapid expansion of the Carrum Downs industrial area combined with increased population and access from Eastlink, the Extended rail benefits duplication of Lathams Road will Council has been advocating for many improve traffic flow, reduce travel decades on the benefits of extending times and will significantly reduce the the Frankston train line.

Mayor Colin Hampton at the Lathams Road possibility of accidents. announcement The extension beyond Frankston Additionally, the commitment to would: • Increase tourism across the improve intersections and undertake • Allow a direct commute from the Mornington Peninsula during peak road safety upgrades on Golf Links Peninsula and Langwarrin to season Road and Grant Road from Peninsula Melbourne • Ease transport congestion and Link to Frankston-Flinders Road will • Replace the current 12 times a day create demand for reversefacilitate further investment and job diesel railcar service with electric commuting. creation at the Ingham’s Processing trains running every ten minutes Plant in Somerville, which is a major A business case investigating the • Create over 4,000 jobs employer of Frankston City residents feasibility of the project is currently • Reduce unemployment in the region underway, with Federal funding already and has been something that Council, in partnership with Ingham Enterprises committed to building the project. by up to 1 per cent and Mornington Peninsula Shire have With the new Frankston Station • Free up 32,000sqm of land in the been advocating strongly for. coming closer to completion Frankston City Centre for jobs These works will go a long way to significant opportunity exists to • Reduce car parking congestion at make the journey to work and school further revitalise the area to make Frankston Station safer for everyone. best use of land in the precinct.

• Allow direct and easy access to Olivers Hill Council will continue to advocate to Monash University Peninsula ensure this vital project is delivered.

In 2017 Council adopted a strategic Campus, Chisholm TAFE Frankston priority as part of its Council Plan Campus, Frankston Hospital and Lathams Road and Golf Links 2017–2021 to ‘develop a coast guard Frankston Private Hospital Road upgrades and boat refuge’.

Council welcomed a recent Victorian Government announcement of $80

This would provide protection for small boat users accessing the Olivers Hill boat ramp in all weather conditions and allow the Coast Guard vessel to have a protected permanent anchorage — meaning quicker responses to emergencies in the bay and safer transfer of rescued individuals to hospital.

Council is currently undertaking extensive investigations to ensure any impacts on our treasured natural environment are thoroughly understood.

A new Coast Guard facility is also needed to allow effective operation of the Coast Guard service.

Proposed new and improved tennis, gymnastics, netball and basketball facilities could further enhance Frankston City’s reputation as a sport loving city, with Council voting unanimously to pledge over $15 million in funding towards two vital sporting projects at its 4 June 2018 Council Meeting.

The decision means that with equal State and Federal funding, Frankston City would become home to a new regional tennis and gymnastics centre at Centenary Park, and the Jubilee Park Indoor Stadium will be redeveloped to feature additional indoor netball and basketball facilities.

Sport is important to the community, especially for children in terms of health, wellbeing, socialisation and building confidence and a sense of achievement. By building the appropriate facilities, people of all ages, genders, abilities and interests have the opportunity to participate.

Council will now work closely with local clubs and peak sporting bodies to secure matched funding of $8.05 million for Centenary Park and $7.1 million for Jubilee Park from both the State and Federal governments and election candidates.

It is vital that Council’s funding contributions are matched by both levels of Government in order to deliver these vital projects.

Centenary Park Regional Tennis and Gymnastics Centre

Following extensive consultation with local clubs and peak sporting bodies, Council is committed to building a $27.6 million combined Centenary Park Regional Tennis and Gymnastics Centre that will house Bayside Gymnastics Club, Frankston Tennis Club and Frankston East Tennis Club.

• Four courts that meet International Tennis Federation court standards • Four hotshot courts • Courtside and pavilion spectator viewing areas • 1,500 sqm gymnastics hall and training pit • Retractable spectator seating area for 500 overlooking gymnasium • Administration and tournament offices • Retail space • Function room and kitchen with associated facilities • Ground floor kiosk/café and associated seating • Multi-purpose community meeting rooms • Player and spectator amenities • Coaches areas and umpires rooms • Outdoor meeting and landscaped spaces

Jubilee Park Indoor Stadium Frankston Tennis Club and Frankston East Tennis Club members

The proposed Centenary Park Regional Tennis and Gymnastics Centre will include: • 16 hard court surface tennis courts

To improve netball, basketball and indoor cricket facilities within Frankston City, Council has worked tirelessly over recent months to develop a concept design for a $31.5 million redevelopment of Jubilee Park Indoor Stadium.

Jubilee Park is one of Frankston City’s premier regional open space reserves, comprising of netball, cricket and football facilities.

Netball players at Jubliee Park

The existing-two court indoor netball stadium will be replaced with a proposed new stadium catering for netball, basketball and other indoor sports and will include: • Six netball and basketball compliant sports courts • 1,000 spectator seat show court • Female changerooms • Indoor cricket facilities • Multi-purpose community meeting and function rooms • Indoor-outdoor café • Associated player and spectator amenities servicing indoor and outdoor facilities.

Transforming the Frankston train line The Frankston train line has undergone a major overhaul with a massive amount of work completed during May and June.

In all, 13 level crossings are being removed along the Frankston line, ten stations are being rebuilt and there will be upgrades to power and signalling to improve the reliability of the line.

Trains are now running on the elevated rail bridge at Skye/Overton Road in Frankston following a sixweek construction blitz, with the new Frankston station now re-opened to commuters while works continue.

Frankston Station Precinct Redevelopment

The old railway station has recently been demolished and new station buildings are being built as part of the Victorian Government’s $63 million

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Frankston Station Precinct Redevelopment.

When complete, the new station will have improved access, raised platforms, new station buildings and improved passenger facilities including myki gates, lighting and seating.

The new station has been designed to become an iconic and connected heart of the city and the surrounding area will be safer, more modern and encourage more investment in Frankston City.

Seaford Road level crossing works underway

Further along the line at Seaford Road, the LXRA has finished building more than a kilometre of temporary rail track.

The temporary rail track took 65,000 work hours to build and will minimise disruption to commuters by enabling trains to continue running through

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Jubilee Park Indoor Stadium artists impression

Seaford while the majority of future works to remove the level crossing take place.

Upgrades to the RF Miles Reserve and surrounding area, and a new sixkilometre long cycling and walking path are also part of the project.

More information

projects, subscribe for regular updates at: levelcrossings.vic.gov. au/contact/subscribe Road and public transport users are advised to plan ahead during construction. For disruption information and travel options, visit: bigbuild.vic.gov.au

For more information about these

Centenary Park facility artists impression

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Jubilee Park Indoor Stadium artists impression

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Enjoy Every Moment

Enjoy Every Moment #FrankstonCity

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Sustainable City

Sustainable City #FrankstonCity

National Tree Day Sunday 29 July, 10am – 12pm Overport Park, 159 Overport Road Frankston South National Tree Day is an opportunity for you to do something positive for your community and the environment by reconnecting with nature.

Join us on National Tree Day and be one of thousands of Australians who will plant over a million native trees, shrub and grasses at a National Tree Day event. By planting indigenous species, we can help combat climate change, provide habitat for our wildlife, control erosion and beautify Council Rangers work hard to In Australia, rangers rarely have to our local environment. protect our local wildlife and worry about being shot at. Elsewhere We would love you to help us their habitat, but also play an this can be a daily reality, with an revegetate bushland at Overport Park, international role supporting extraordinary number being killed by Frankston South this National Tree Rangers overseas who are poorly poachers in the line of duty. The Thin Day. We aim to plant another 2,500 resourced and face life threatening Green Line Foundation was seedlings to expand the bushland situations in their daily work. established to provide urgent aid, area. A free barbecue is provided for equipment, training and funding to World Ranger Day on July 31 rangers and support for the families of all participants. commemorates rangers killed or fallen rangers in low-income countries To be part of this Australia-wide injured in the line of duty and event, register your attendance at: celebrates the critical work rangers do and conflict zones. Our own rangers treeday.planetark.org/ here in Frankston City help the to protect the world’s natural and site/10018131 International Rangers Federation cultural treasures. through donations and sponsorship of A ranger’s work can often go ranger exchange programs. unnoticed, regularly involving subtle If you would like to support Rangers in changes over time, working with less fortunate situations than us, nature and maintaining natural please consider a donation to the systems. Priority programs for our Thin Green Line Foundation at: local rangers include pest plant and animal control, revegetation, planned thingreenline.org.au burns, wildlife monitoring and Search The Thin Green Line maintaining facilities for the public to Foundation Summary at YouTube for continue enjoying our precious more information. natural areas.

War on waste

Living a waste wise life To celebrate World Environment Day in June, Council held a Waste Wise Living event at the Frankston Mechanics Institute, where we were inspired to try new, innovative ways to reduce waste in our everyday lives, and discovered local eco-businesses.

We also held a competition which encouraged budding photographers to take snaps of Frankston City residents who actively make choices to reduce waste through everyday actions.

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forage. They are highly territorial animals that generally live a solitary life.

If you see a water-rat, try to get a photo and report your sighting to Council and on the Atlas of Living Australia, visit: ala. org.au

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bottles, as well as reusing as much as possible.

Once you start the habit, it’s surprisingly easy to change your ways and reduce waste every week. Start small — try just one action for starters (e.g. always take a reusable cup for takeaway coffee, refuse plastic straws or keep your reusable shopping bags in the car) and then build from there. Before you know it, these simple actions become a habit.

Warm clothing, sturdy shoes, waterproof jacket and hat.

What to bring:

Gardening gloves optional, no tools necessary.

School’s Tree Day is on Friday 27 July.

Frankston City Council has donated thousands of trees, shrubs and grasses to our local schools and preschools for their own grounds.

Philippa’s war on waste Local resident Philippa is one of the winners of Council’s War on Waste photo competition, having submitted a number of great photos of a typical family shopping trip that almost entirely avoided packaging waste.

Two years ago, Philippa’s family decided to be actively conscious of their purchases to avoid as much unnecessary plastic waste as possible. She discovered an abundance of zero waste options in the local community. Here’s a snapshot of Philippa’s shopping trip: 1. Sat down for a coffee at a local café (no disposable cups)

Rakali, the Australian Water-rat

Image by Atlas of Living Australia, supplied by Encyclopedia of Life Images – Flikr Group

• Bethany: rubbish-free kids’ lunches • Amanda: re-usable lunch containers • Suzie: boomerang bag Congratulations also to the runners up: Emily, Stephanie, Sherilee and Johanna.

Thank you to everyone who submitted photos for the competition. It is inspiring to see so many of you actively making choices to avoid packaging and single-use disposable items such as nappies and drink

What to wear:

Species profile

The Water-rat (Hydromys chrysogaster) is the largest of Australia’s native rodents, found in freshwater habitats and some brackish estuaries. Historically, it has been recorded locally in Kananook Creek.

Resembling a small otter, it generally hunts fish, frogs, crayfish and mussels. However, as we move into winter and the water gets colder they spend more time foraging on land.

Adults have a 35 cm streamlined body with a long tail characterised by its white tip and broad, partly webbed feet for swimming. Sometimes they can be seen moving steadily along the water surface, diving occasionally to

As one of the entrants said, “I can’t change the world, but I can change what I do.”

Council received many wonderful entries, which we will share with you over the coming months.

Congratulations to the five top winners, who received their choice of a compost bin or worm farm: • Philippa: shopping for goods with less packaging • Amy: cloth nappies

2. Purchased unwrapped soap for the family from a local health food co-op 3. Refilled own bottles with hand wash from a local bulk food shop – Philippa would normally bring containers to refill here, but didn’t have enough so used paper bags for salt, rice, nuts and chocolate instead 4. Used her own reusable containers to purchase feta, ham and chicken kievs from a local supermarket 5. Shopped for pre-used goods at a local op shop Thanks Philippa for sharing your story.

We hope it inspires others to start their own war on waste.

Greening Our Future Events and workshops

These FREE sustainability events are so popular that many are booked out weeks in advance. As we go to print, details of the next event series are being finalised. Sessions will include sustainable summer gardening, composting, worm farming, eco home

makeovers and more. Make sure you don’t miss out by keeping an eye on the Environmental Events page of Councils website and subscribe to Council’s EnviroNews e-Newsletter via the website.

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Our Community

Our Community #FrankstonCity

Brownlow fever begins in Frankston

Local residents Jo, Kylie and Harrison with Council Nurse Zoe and Pharmacist Amos.

City Centre Maternal and Child Health service

Everything you need in one convenient location Council’s Maternal and Child Health (MCH) service offers health and wellbeing advice for families of children from birth to six years of age.

Located in the Terry White Chemist at the Young Street Medical Centre, a new MCH service in the heart of Frankston’s city centre will better support local families by being easy to access via public transport and co-located with a variety of existing allied health services.

A qualified nurse will provide up-todate advice and support on your child’s growth, development and health needs, including:

• Safe sleeping • Breastfeeding • Nutrition • Safety • Oral health • Immunisation advice • Vision screening

Young Street Medical Centre, 89-97 Young Street, Frankston

Monday’s and Thursday’s 9am–3.30pm and every alternate Saturday 9am–12pm For more information and to book, phone 9784 1756 or visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/MCH

Library Officer Anne Anderson with Member for Frankston Paul Edbrooke and Mayor Cr Colin Hampton.

Library Express Service Pick up a good read for the ride in Council's much-loved Library Express Service at the Frankston Train Station has been helping commuters find the perfect read for the ride in to the city for nearly 15 years.

Launched in 2004 the Frankston Library Express is Victoria’s first rail-side book lending service.

The service enables commuters at Frankston Station to borrow from a

As Australia’s much-loved sporting game comes closer to the finish line all eyes will be on the annual Brownlow Medal ceremony, awarded to the AFL’s best and fairest during the home-and-away season.

The medal is the highest individual honour in the sport. But what you might not know is the surprising connection the awards have to Frankston.

For over 60 years now, local business Cash’s Awards and Promotion Solution has been providing the VFL and AFL with high quality awards such as the Brownlow.

In addition to the Brownlow, Cash’s produce the Coleman’s medal,

awarded to the highest goal kicker during the season. They also provide the Grand Final awards: the Norm Smith for the best player, the premiership medallions and the Jock McHale medal awarded to the premiership coach.

The award medallions and the coveted AFL Cup are designed and made by hand. Nine or 18 carat gold and sterling silver are used in the various items in line with the status of these awards.

Now you’ll have a fun fact to share when you’re cheering on this year’s AFL grand final and the Brownlow Medal ceremony.

large selection of popular books, DVDs and CDs. You can also return borrowed items from Frankston City Libraries and collect items reserved online.

Open Tuesday's and Thursday's, 6.30–9am.

For more information, visit: library.frankston.vic.gov.au

Community Connector Service Helping seniors join local activities Want to join a new social activity but not sure how?

This free and confidential service helps people over the age of 60 or those caring for people over 60

connect with the local community though fun and social activities.

For more information, phone 9784 1046

Save the date Frankston Seniors Festival

Celebrating local history

With a month-long calendar of events and activities to spark every senior residents interests, get your marker ready to fill up your October calendar with the 2018 Frankston Seniors Festival.

Full program details are currently being finalised. Visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/positiveageing

Frankston Historical Society

Something for dogs to wag about Grandparents luncheon New Dog Agility Park in Ballam Park

Chat and cuppa

Just like you, your four-legged friend enjoys exciting new adventures.

From late August, pooches will be able to enjoy a new fully fenced tennis court sized Dog Agility Park in Ballam Park where they can weave, dodge, climb, balance, crawl and jump over hurdles until their hearts content.

There will also be a grassed area with picnic facilities, seating and a drink tap with dog bowl.

Come and have a chat about the joys of being a grandparent, 21st Century families and hear about the work of Grandparents Victoria, with a free light lunch provided.

Held in the Council Chambers at Frankston Civic Centre every three months, the next session will be Wednesday 18 July, 12–2pm.

For more information, contact Helen: 9786 2131.

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The new feature, an initiative of Council’s Domestic Animal Management Plan adopted in 2017, is made entirely of recycled material from local Carrum Downs business Replas, and will provide an ideal setting for dogs to socialise with other pets while being in a safe environment that allows off-leash exercise.

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The Frankston Historical Society recently celebrated their 50th anniversary.

Located at the leafy Ballam Park Homestead in Frankston, the volunteer run Society has been preserving local records dating as early as 1839, with a large collection of artefacts and memorabilia that showcase the homestead.

They host guided tours through the house and museum every Sunday and to Schools and community groups from all over Australia and overseas.

They also have tearooms open every Sunday from 1-5pm with a variety of beverages and foods are available, including a Devonshire tea.

For more information, phone 9789 3116 or visit: frankstonhs.org.au

Mornington Peninsula Family History Society

If you’re interested in learning more about your family history but aren’t sure where to begin, the Mornington Peninsula Family History Society is able to help.

Established in 1979 with the aim of helping people to research their family history without the long travel to Melbourne, the Society has built up a comprehensive library filled with resources for tracing families both here in Australia and overseas.

Operating out of the Frankston South Community and Recreation Centre, the group has grown to over 280 members hosting bi-monthly meetings featuring a range of interesting expert talks on various subjects related to family research.

To get started on tracking your family journey, contact the Society on 9787 7086 or visit: mpfhs.org

Meet your local Councillors South Ward Meeting

For residents who live in Langwarrin South, Frankston South, Frankston city centre and Frankston (south of Beach Street and Cranbourne Road).

The next meeting will be: Tuesday 21 August, 7pm Frankston Mechanics Institute 1N Plowman Place, Frankston.

North West Ward Meeting

For residents who live in Karingal, Seaford, Frankston North and Frankston (north of Beach Street and Cranbourne Road).

The next meeting will be: Tuesday 28 August, 7pm Orwill Street Community House 16 Orwill Street, Frankston.

To register to attend or to ask a question, email: councillors.office@ frankston.vic.gov.au

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Neighbourhood News

Neighbourhood News #FrankstonCity Carrum Downs Community Pavilion Representing Frankston City Abroad

By Cr Michael O'Reilly

Explore nature this winter

Taking a backwards step

Shop local

By Cr Brian Cunial

By Cr Quinn McCormack

By Cr Steve Toms

Earlier this year the Frankston Music Festival kicked off its second year of roving performances at various locations across Frankston City.

As a musician myself, I love to perform so that people can enjoy the vibrant atmosphere that music creates, which brings people from all walks of life together.

This year’s line-up was a magnificent nod to the many fantastic local musicians we have here in Frankston City, and to the tireless work that Proudly Frankston has contributed towards creating this event and making it the amazing spectacle it is.

We have a vibrant music scene here in Frankston City which is supported by the great venues and loyal fans. The Frankston Music Festival aims to connect the two and really showcases Frankston’s thriving music scene.

This year the festival saw over 3,000 patrons attend the 43 performances and 17 venues.

Council assisted the Frankston Music Festival with a grant to assist promotion as well as in kind assistance with hiring Council-owned facilities.

I look forward to enjoying what’s on offer in the 2019 Frankston Music Festival line-up.

You can learn more about the festival and watch highlights from this year’s event at: frankstonmusicfestival.org Safety for Skye Visitors attending training and games at Skye Recreation Reserve each week will be delighted to hear that Council is undertaking works to ensure those travelling in and out of the reserve are safe.

A new right hand turning lane in Skye Recreation Reserve from Ballarto Road will provide safer vehicle access for the hundreds of visitors each week.

The works include widening Ballarto Road directly opposite the reserve, constructing new concrete kerbing followed by a new asphalt surface and line marking with the new designated turning lane.

With additional changerooms recently announced allowing for the increase in female participation in sports, this is another great project Council is delivering at Skye Recreation Reserve.

Works are expected to be completed by earlyAugust 2018.

Growing Skye Due to its great amenities such as its close proximity to schools, shopping and public open spaces Skye is attracting a growing number of development interest.

To keep updated with planning applications in the local area, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/planning

Works on the new $4 million multi-purpose Carrum Downs Community Pavilion are nearing completion, with final checks in place before clubs commence moving into their new facilities.

The new pavilion and recently announced synthetic playing oval will mean more people can participate in their favourite sports.

The Carrum Downs Community Pavilion will be home to: • Carrum Downs Junior Football Club • Carrum Downs Auskick • Southern United Soccer Club I’m looking forward to seeing the new multipurpose pavilion being put to use by local clubs and the local community and thank everyone for their patience during the works.

Walking for a cause At the 23 April Council Meeting the Mayor presented Certificates of Appreciation to the Principals and students of Elisabeth Murdoch College and Langwarrin Primary School for their recent efforts in fundraising on behalf of the Good Friday Appeal.

250 students and 50 volunteers including teachers participated in the iCan Challenge, walking 40 kilometres from Albert Park to the Frankston Foreshore in support of this important cause.

Their target was to raise $70,000, however the total they raised far surpassed this to a whopping $147,769.71. These funds will support the vital services delivered in the Cardiac Unit of the Royal Children’s Hospital.

Congratulations to everyone who participated in this significant event and to those who generously donated.

Although the weather is becoming chilly as winter settles in, there’s an easy way to warm up while still enjoying our beautiful outdoors.

Grab your coat, gloves and a beanie and head out to the George Pentland Botanic Gardens to take a wander through the winding trails set amongst beautiful gardens.

Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve under its current management has taken a backward step in terms of environmental promotion and protection, financial sustainability, community building and gender equity. Council has a long standing resolution to oppose the walking of dogs, cycling or fishing within the reserve, with fishing and dogs remaining prohibited. Council also resolved in early 2017 for there to be no changes to access to the reserve.

The previous volunteer management structure ensured the protection of vulnerable and locally rare species such as the Elfin Midge Orchid, which, due to lack of care with paths, has now likely been eradicated from the reserve. The lack of local expertise and knowledge of Flora and Fauna is a substantial loss for our community.

Sustainability programs such as stormwater treatment through water sensitive urban design have been removed, with plantings by volunteers removed.

Reliance on renewable solar power has been replaced with electricity from non-renewable supply.

Unfortunately, short-sighted politicking has resulted in qualified and experienced local rangers no longer employed and partnerships with university, tafe and secondary students dissolved and tourism potential nullified.

Neighbouring Mornington and Casey Councils both have public reserves which have limited hours of opening, with rangers present to protect Flora and Fauna values and to ensure the visitation experience is both unique and educational.

Most topically, the experiences of of women in relation to the designing of this public space have been ignored. Gender mainstreaming is a term used in urban design when access to spaces must benefit all genders equally. By listening to women and asking questions about their needs, gender mainstreaming has recognised the impact design has on women’s sense of safety.

In the case of city parks two-thirds of all women engaging with the Free to Be survey who had stated they had an unsafe experience in a park said they would never go back alone and 13 per cent said they would never return.

The lack of gender mainstreaming in the reserve, both for nearby residents and visitors is worrying.

Urban spaces should reflect our shared social values, and the crisis of sexual violence against women in public spaces must propel the transformation of our cities. The critical threats to our biodiversity and future existence of our natural assets must elevate their protection as the primary aim.

Waiving of kerbside dining fees At the May 2018 Council Meeting I raised a motion that would assist small business operators within Frankston's city centre while Frankston Station is being rebuilt.

The decision means that kerbside trading fees will be waived during construction of the Frankston Station Precinct works. Further investigation will be undertaken into extending carparking times along Wells Street to two hours and an allocation of funds to develop and implement a marketing campaign to attract visitors into the Frankston city centre while works are underway.

A letter has also be sent to local State Member of Parliament Paul Edbrooke asking him to match Council’s funding for a shop local campaign.

This will be a great support for local small businesses that are be experiencing a downturn in customers due to the impact of the works. I thank my fellow Councillors for supporting this motion.

Living in the city centre myself, I take pleasure in shopping locally by purchasing fresh fruit and vegetables, enjoying meals from local cafes, using local hair salons and much more. The city centre is rapidly transforming towards the likes of bustling Acland Street in St Kilda and the laneways of Melbourne City.

Please continue to shop in the city centre while the train station redevelopment takes place as these businesses desperately need your support to thrive.

City Centre market As a further boost to Frankston’s revitalised city centre, Council is set to implement a new and exciting City Centre Market located on Young Street.

Commencing this September, the twilight market will run once a month on Saturdays within summer months and a day market during winter. We have selected Rose Street Market as the operators, known for their thriving inner city handmade art and design markets creating a visitor destination.

This is yet another Council initiative implemented from a Notice of Motion I raised in September 2017 following extensive consultation with local traders to bring more people into our beautiful city and will further enhance Frankston’s reputation as the desired place to live, work, study, invest and visit.

I look forward to the market complementing the recent works in our city, transforming the heart of our city into a more attractive environment for locals and visitors to enjoy.

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

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

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

Music for the soul

By Cr Sandra Mayer

North-East Ward 12

Frankston City Mayor with representatives from Elisabeth Murdoch College and Langwarrin Primary School.

By Cr Colin Hampton, Mayor

Strengthening Japanese ties I was delighted to attend the Japanese Festival at Frankston High School in May which featured a range of Japanese experiences such as food, music, culture, crafts, activities, workshops and demonstrations that celebrate the Frankston Susono Sister City Relationship.

Mayor Colin Hampton with members of the Frankston Susono Friendship Association.

The Frankston Susono Friendship Association (FSFA) and Frankston High School did a wonderful job organising the event and I thank them for volunteering their time to strengthen and celebrate the sister city relationship on behalf of Council.

In September 2018 I will travel to attend the Australian Fair in Susono, Japan in recognition of the strong sister city relationship Frankston City has shared with Susono for 36 years.

During this time the FSFA has won eight awards from the Australian Sister Cities Association including Best Overall Program in 2002 and 2007.

I will be personally covering the costs of this trip as I believe it is an important venture that reinforces the value of cultural understanding, especially for future generations.

Thanks for the help In May we celebrated and gave our heartfelt thanks to all of our wonderful volunteers in Frankston City and across the region.

We have over 16,500 volunteers within Frankston City who contribute more than 40,000 hours of their time each year. To support and enhance the lives of others in our community and in protecting our natural environment.

When you consider there are only 8,760 hours in the year, this really is a remarkable contribution worth approximately $1.2 million of donated time.

If you’re interested in volunteering within Frankston City, visit: impactvolunteering.org.au

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

Further works including installation of fencing, handrails and stone walls have also been undertaken.

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

South Ward

Langwarrin >> Carrum Downs >> Sandhurst >> Skye

Frankston City News July – August 2018

There are plenty of hidden treasures to find, including the artistic Dreaming Poles created by Indigenous artists Aunty Di and Uncle Beamo. The artworks celebrate the heritage of the Boon wurrung people and acknowledge the contribution of George Pentland, former Shire Secretary and Town Clerk in Frankston City.

Also opening in the beginning of August will be a newly constructed playground replacing the old playground on the Foot Street side of the gardens.

Featuring a range of new play items, including a tree house, slides, inclusive carousel, six seat rope swing, net see-saw, spring animals, sand play area and story circle.

The new playground will be a great feature for many families and visitors to come together and enjoy.

Shopping strip staircase reconstruction If you live in Frankston South then you may be a regular visitor to the Norman Avenue shops Council has recently reconstructed the three existing staircases at the Norman Avenue shops that will improve safety for visitors. Works include providing consistent step spacing, new concrete step surfaces, stair nosing and tactile ground surface indicators at the top and bottom of each staircase.

#FrankstonCity

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

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Frankston Arts Centre

Neighbourhood News

2018 Program

Delivering for locals

Supporting those in need

By Cr Kris Bolam JP FAIM

By Cr Glenn Aitken

Ballam Park East Pavillion reconstructed It is fantastic to see the beautiful new mulitpurpose Ballam Park East Pavilion already being enjoyed by Karingal Bulls Football and Netball Club and the Long Island Cricket Club.

The new $3.07 million state-of-the-art facility caters for football, netball and cricket features separate changerooms and umpire rooms, covered spectators area, a commercial kitchen, multipurpose social rooms, accessible ramps and a hearing loop.

My first ever job was that of a ‘water boy’ for the Karingal Bulls in 1998. Even back then, I remember the facilities being in terrible shape.

This is yet another great result for Karingal and will surely be of benefit for generations to come.

Free financial literacy classes ‘Financial literacy’ is an integral life skill in both professional and personal aspects of life. It means having the skills and knowledge to make informed decisions about your financial resources. The ability to manage the household budget and be able to save is sometimes easier said than done.

Council is committed to promoting local financial literacy classes, groups and organisations for residents and ratepayers to participate in.

Additionally, we have reduced the hire fee at Frankston Library to attract external financial literacy providers to conduct free classes available to the community.

Visit our website for workshops and contact Council if you wish to host an event locally.

Asset forfeiture advocacy Council is advocating to the State and Federal governments for the proceeds of local criminal activity to be returned back into the local community in order to fund community safety projects such as additional CCTV technology and outreach service initiatives.

Criminal asset confiscation is a fair request to re-allocate financial proceeds from local criminal activities into affected local suburbs rather than being put into consolidated revenue for respective State and Federal governments.

I will be pushing for Council to raise the proposal at next year’s Municipal Association of Victoria State Conference so it is adopted as Victoria-wide advocacy by all local governments, as opposed to just Frankston City Council.

Some four years ago, after recognising the need to introduce pathways out of rough sleeping in Frankston City, I called for a series of meetings which led to Council identifying a housing model that could potentially change the lives of people sleeping rough.

With the aim of working alongside local organisations to provide high quality housing, case management and support for homeless people, the project was coined ‘Community Roof’ and was supported by Council in March 2016.

This is one of the most significant decisions Council has made and is one of the first times a municipal Council has engaged at this level and could lead the way for local government across Australia.

It involved a local fundraising campaign to support implementing the project which astonishingly raised a whopping $20,775. These vital funds were combined with Council’s $79,000, and a grant of $49,306 from the Frankston Charitable Fund to SalvoCare Eastern.

The underlying premise of Community Roof is that with appropriate support people can be successfully rehoused and connect with community life through a partnership between agencies, communities and services.

I’m pleased to update that Council’s Community Roof project has succeeded. Over the 12 month project, five people were housed with a full complement of services to help them reconnect with the local community and move forward for a prosperous future in their own home.

This couldn’t have been achieved without the hard work and dedication of everyone involved, and I am particularly thankful to my fellow Councillors at the time who generously donated their individual discretionary funds towards this project.

I am tremendously pleased that Council is supporting these initiatives and I have no doubt that its success will lead to more of these housing opportunities for people in our city, and serve as an example for other councils in Victoria.

This is of all things a humane project. Together we have taken action and made a difference to the lives of people living rough.

If you or someone you know needs support, please contact: Community Support Frankston 358 Beach Street, Frankston 9783 7284 SalvoCare Eastern 37 Ross Smith Avenue, Frankston 9784 5000

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

North-West Ward 14

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

What’s on at Frankston Arts Centre

Youthful City

By Gerard Felipe EMC Science Fair In May, I had the privilege of attending Elisabeth Murdoch College’s Inventors Night.

Music Many year seven students showcasd their incredible inventions with innovative technology known as MicroBits.

I had the honour of selecting and presenting the Most Engaging Invention Award to two remarkable teams.

It was very difficult making a decision, as I was amazed by each and every one of them. Well done to all students for their outstanding efforts.

Reception at Government House In June I attended a reception at Government House for the 'Celebration of South East Melbourne'.

It was a pleasure to have represented the youth within Frankston City and to have talked with the Governor about the incredible efforts of young people in our local schools and the ongoing commitment and dedication of Frankston Youth Council in advocating for zero tolerance towards bullying.

In her speech, the Governor said Melbourne’s South East boasted incredible highlights of each community, including "the beautiful beaches of Frankston".

School Captains Forum It was a great pleasure to have hosted and welcomed the 1st School Captains Forum for Frankston City.

Drama

Physical theatre

Andrew McKinnon Presentations

Essence Productions

Red Stitch Theatre and Critical Stages

Falling in Love Again

Point of No Return

Jurassica

Thursday 2 August, 7.30pm Tickets: $29–$69

Friday 17 August, 12pm Tickets: $18–$30

Thursday 23 August, 7pm Tickets: $27–$57

Representatives from Frankston High School, Mount Erin College, McClelland College, John Paul College and Patterson River Secondary College shared and exchanged ideas on key issues affecting young people within the local community.

The forum was also aimed at providing the opportunity for stronger and improved relations between local schools. I was very impressed with the level of leadership and productivity displayed that evening.

Youth Mayor Phone: 9786 3274 Email: councillors.office@frankston.vic.gov.au

#FrankstonCity

The Farm in association with NORPA and Performing Lines

Cockfight Tueday 4 September, 8pm Tickets: $27–$50

Humans

Circus

performance. Circa's reputation for fearless, boundary-pushing new circus is borne out in every one of Circa Contemporary Circus their shows, which combine Wednesday 22 August, 8pm physical virtuosity with an Ten acrobats take us on a stirring expressive humanism. journey of what it means to be human, and of how our bodies, our Tickets: $27–$50 connections and our aspirations all StarStarStarStarStar form part of who we are. With “Stunning athleticism and heartincredible strength and integrity stopping acrobatics in this they connect each moment innovative circus work of the seamlessly with the next in a highest calibre.” ArtsHub thrilling and heart-stopping

Bookings: 9784 1060 or thefac.com.au Frankston Arts Centre is a business unit of Frankston City Council

Plenty of reasons to enjoy your library Author talk with Claire Halliday

experiences with their children in a fun and rewarding way. The challenge is open to children aged 0 to 5 years of age and runs during August with plenty of prizes up for grabs.

Saturday 1 September, 1–2pm Frankston Library FREE – bookings essential.

This Father’s Day celebrate with Claire by hearing heart-warming Dad stories from her book Things My Father Taught Me.

Danish Crime Writer Sissel-Jo Gazan

Seaford >> Karingal >> Frankston North >> Frankston

Frankston City News July – August 2018

Drama

Local Author Garry Disher

Immersive Science II: Revealing the Invisible Universe

Saturday 28 July, 1–2pm Frankston Library, FREE – bookings essential.

Join Garry as he talks about his writing career and his most recent crime novel Under the Cold Bright Lights.

Mayor’s Reading Challenge Launch

Tuesday 31 July, 10:30–11am Frankston Library, FREE – no bookings required.

In its eighth year, the Mayors Reading Challenge supports early literacy development by challenging parents and carers to engage in regular reading

Saturday 4 August, 1–2pm Frankston Library FREE – bookings essential.

Danish crime writer Sissel-Jo Gazan is a biology graduate from the University of Copenhagen and author of seven novels.

Sunday 12 August, 2–3pm Frankston Library FREE – bookings essential.

This Science Week we invite you and your family to explore the Universe with ground-breaking Virtual Reality technology led live and virtually by Prof Alan Duffy and Dr Rebecca Allen.

Melbourne Writers Festival

Saturday 25 August, 1–2pm Frankston Library FREE – bookings essential.

Well known Melbourne writers will talk about their writing escapades.

Details:

library.frankston.vic.gov.au/ whats_on or phone 9784 1020.

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Liveable City

Liveable City #FrankstonCity

Who Is R. E. Ross?

eNews competition

If you’ve ever visited the Frankston Library on Playne Street, you may have noticed the words "R. E. Ross Library" on the outside of the building and wondered who is this person and why is their name on the Library.

It all dates back to 22 October 1995 when the Frankston Library was officially opened with support by the R. E. Ross Trust, who contributed $250,000 to the public fundraising appeal for the Frankston Arts Precinct.

The R. E. Ross Trust was founded in the memory of Roy Everard Ross, a successful property owner, businessman and investor who founded Hillview Quarries in Dromana in 1958. Since its inception in 1970, the

You could be in the draw to win premium family passes to the fun and exciting Ickypedia at the Frankston Arts Centre during the September school holidays when you sign up to receive Council’s eNewsletter.

Australia’s favourite kidult comedians, The Listies, bring their best-smelling book Ickypedia: A Dictionary of Disgusting New Words to the stage!

The Listies mix clowning, slapstick, and improvised chaos stitched together with a bucket load of theatrical invention that everyone will enjoy.

Simply sign up to receive updates from Council until 31 August 2018 at: frankston.vic.gov.au/eNews

Library mystery revealed

Trust has distributed over $100 million in grants towards improving education, arts and culture, social welfare, children and youth engagement, as well as land and nature conservation.

Naturestrip responsibility

Sign up to win

What you need to know

Parent Education Sessions New dates for July–December 2018

Reinvigorating Frankston’s already popular Waterfront Council is currently undertaking a number of improvement works along the Frankston Waterfront.

These works will ensure the waterfront remains a vibrant location for everyone to enjoy, now and into the future as we strengthen our status as the Lifestyle Capital of Victoria.

Sight Line artwork

• $290,000 • Restoring the iconic Sight Line flag pole art installation on Frankston Pier • Expected completion late– September

Landmark Bridge

• $360,000 • Repairing and preventing • $1.25 million corrosion on the arches and steel • New junior and senior playground beams of the Landmark Bridge or all ages and abilities crossing Kananook Creek • Expected completion late• Expected completion mid-August September

Waterfront Playground

BBQ shelter

• $55,000 • Repair and maintenance works to the barbecue shelters at the Waterfront Playground • Completed

Boardwalk renewal

• $200,000 • Replacement of the timber boardwalk from the Waterfront Pier to Fernery Lane with composite recycled material decking • Expected completion mid-July

Fernery Lane toilets

• $263,000 • Removal of old bluestone toilets and replacement with new accessible toilet facilities • Completed

Road Renewal

• $152,000 • Replacing existing road surfaces and bluestone kerb, including car park bays with a new-look road, path and lighting • Expected completion mid-July

Council offers a range of support and training programs for parents and guardians of children from birth to six years of age.

Receive up-to-date professional advice on a range of areas from sleep and settling techniques for newborns to positive play and behaviour for toddlers.

July-December sessions are now available online.

Boost up blues (8 week program)

Thursday 19 July, 1–3pm Lakewood Child and Family Centre, 107-109 Raphael Crescent, Frankston

Sleep and settling (6-12 months)

Wednesday 25 July, 1.30–3.30pm Botany Park Maternal and Child Health, 53 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs

Toilet training (1-4 years)

Wednesday 8 August 1.30–3.30pm Seaford Maternal and Child Health Centre, 41 Railway Parade, Seaford

Infant massage (0-6 months)

Wednesday 22 August 1.30–3.30pm Lakewood Child and Family Centre, 107-109 Raphael Crescent, Frankston

Positive play and behaviour (2-5 years) Wednesday 29 August 1.30–3.30pm Banyan Fields Child and Family Centre, 90A Cadles Road, Carrum Downs

Baby cues (0-3 months)

Thursday 6 September, 1–3pm Banyan Fields Child and Family Centre, 90A Cadles Road, Carrum Downs

For more information and to book, phone 9784 1756 or visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/ParentEducationPrograms

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#FrankstonCity

Council is responsible for the selection, supply and maintenance of street trees which are planted on naturestrips. If the naturestrip becomes damaged following Council works, service authority works (such as water, gas, electricity or telecommunications) or as a result of building work, the organisation performing the work is responsible for naturestrip repairs and clean up.

We thank our residents for helping to make our city beautiful by maintaining a neat naturestrip. Search 'Naturestrip' on our website.

A new way to experience theatre Council is pleased to introduce a new service for people who are visually impaired: audio descriptions at the Frankston Arts Centre (FAC).

In June, the FAC presented its first audio described performance: Ilbijerri Theatre Company’s performance of Which Way Home.

We are delighted to work with Description Victoria who will open up the full experience of attending the theatre to the visually impaired and people with other learning and physical disabilities. The audio description service is discreet, easy to operate and other theatre patrons will not even be aware that another audience member is using this service.

This is not the only way that the FAC is dedicated to enhancing the theatre experience for those using the audio description service: patrons are also given access to the stage an hour

Your opinion matters

Community Event Grants

Council values feedback and encourages residents to comment on local issues, projects and services affecting them.

From playground upgrades and road resurfacing to service delivery changes, Council wants to hear your thoughts to ensure we’re delivering exactly what the community needs and wants.

Funding is available to support locally initiated celebratory, cultural and artistic events attracting local audiences.

Applications for the 2018-2019 Major Local Community Event Grants will open from Monday 13 August until Friday 21 September 2018. For more information, visit: frankston.vic.gov. au/CommunityGrants

Go online to have your say

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The naturestrip is an iconic Australian streetscape feature adding vibrancy to our streets.

They also provide space for essential Council and utility infrastructure, as well as acting as a buffer between road vehicles and pedestrians and private property.

Both Council and residents play an important role in maintaining our naturestrips. It is the responsibility of the resident to maintain the naturestrip abutting their property.

Normally this is by regular mowing, weeding and picking up litter.

before the show so they can touch and feel the set and props and walk the stage so they have an idea of the spatial elements.

This service will be made available again in August, for Red Stitch Theatre’s performance of Jurrasica.

Opening Soon

Keep an eye on local projects out for community consultation by visiting: frankston.vic.gov.au/HaveYourSay

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Business News

A look inside your Council #FrankstonCity

Hard work and dedication All in a day’s work

New activities coming to public outdoor spaces Small Business Festival Rise of the Mumpreneur As part of the Victorian Government annual Small Business Festival held this August, Frankston City Council will be hosting a series of workshops targeting the Mumpreneur generation.

Council recognises that Mumpreneurs are a growing sector within the City and we would like to support these local small businesses. Our workshops are uniquely family- friendly, with children welcome to attend.

All sessions cost $20. Bookings essential.

For full details and to book, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/business

Mumpreneurs: Increase your visibility

Mumpreneurs: Making a profit from your passion

Mumpreneurs: Plan your pitch

Wednesday 8 August, 9.3011.30am, Functions By The Bay, Plowman Place, Frankston Your dream of running a successful home-based business can become a reality.

Wednesday 15 August, 9.3011.30am, Functions By The Bay, Plowman Place, Frankston Discover the keys to traditional marketing including how to create customer orientated marketing messages.

Mumpreneurs: Money Money Money

Wednesday 22 August, 9.3011.30am, Functions By The Bay, Plowman Place, Frankston Learn the basics of record keeping, how to determine your selling prices and explore profitability and cash flow.

Small business forum

Find the resources, assistance, grants, programs, people and information to help you to start and grow your business.

Get free and direct access to local, state and federal government agencies and business advisors at the Government Business Education Network (GBEN).

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Network with other small businesses and learn everything you need to start, run and improve your business from information on tax and exporting to hiring and managing staff.

Thursday 2 August, 6pm 30 Davey Street, Frankston To book, visit: trybooking.com/ book/event?eid=380122&

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Frankston City Council has over 900 dedicated and enthusiastic employees responsible for delivering more than 150 services to the 141,704 residents who live here; from family and children’s services, traffic management, economic development and community building to waste management, planning for appropriate development and ensuring accountability for Council’s budget.

Local government touches our lives in many ways, often more directly and immediately than any other level of government.

Council is more than just roads, rates and rubbish, it’s the reason there are places to kick a football, why library shelves are stocked with resources and how parents receive free information and advice for their children.

Here’s a look at the interactions you may have with Council without even knowing it.

This is Hayley and her family

She leaves the house early so she can make the 5.20am HIIT session at Peninsula Aquatic and Recreation Centre PARC opened in September 2014 and has recently celebrated its 3 millionth visitor

When she gets home she hears the garbage collection truck down the street Each year Council empties 4,632,622 bins from residents kerbsides, with a total of 55,000 tonnes of waste

After breakfast she gets her three children dressed to walk her eldest child to Primary School where she greets their friendly school crossing supervisor Council employees 87 School Crossing Supervisors who help approximately 30,000 pedestrians cross 71 crossings daily

She then visits the Maternal and Child Health nurse for her sons 4 month immunisations and a check-up Council’s Maternal and Child Health centres have over 14,000 visits annually and provide immunisations to 2,992 infants and 4,038 secondary students each year

They then visit their local playgroup to play with other children and catch-up with fellow parents

Hayley registers to attend a business workshop on how to best use social media for here new blogging business

After lunch in the city centre, they then spend some time at the local playground before going home for the day

Creating greater moments in Frankston City Frankston City welcomes more than one million visitors to our foreshore, parks and events each year. We want to further enhance the opportunities within our city by introducing even more outdoor activities for residents and visitors to enjoy.

From beach yoga and outdoor cinemas to markets and mobile vendors, exciting new outdoor experiences will

be coming to a number of popular local outdoor areas.

Keep an eye out in the below locations for some exciting upcoming activities and experiences: • Frankston Waterfront • Ballam Park • Oliver’s Hill • Beauty Park.

Need support for your business?

Coaching sessions available Council offers Frankston City businesses the opportunity to take advantage of our confidential business coaching sessions. Grow your business with help from a local business expert.

Bookings are essential, with places

available on the following dates: • Wednesday 18 July • Wednesday 8 August • Wednesday 5 September Cost: $20 For bookings visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/business

Wednesday 29 August, 9.3011.30am, Functions By The Bay, Plowman Place, Frankston You will be provided with a business plan template to develop your business idea.

Start me, Grow me

Frankston is recognised for its parks, natural reserves, vibrant lifestyle, diverse community and growing business, arts, education and health sectors.

Pristine beaches, shows and exhibitions at the Frankston Arts Centre and major Council-run events such as the annual Frankston Christmas Festival of Lights, Pets' Day Out and the Waterfront Festival are major drawcards, attracting over 300,000 people each year.

Taylor Tran; "Innovation Melboure" author.

There are 36 playgroups across Frankston City where children can make new friends and learn new skills while parents can meet and relax

The Hon. Bruce Bilson.

Digitally speaking Council, alongside Mornington Peninsula Shire and the City of Kingston, hosted a successful Digital Direction Day with over 80 businesses attending from across the region to learn about all things digital in business.

Featuring 18 guest speakers, the day offered businesses the opportunity to dig deeper into the tools, expertise and networks required to succeed in

today’s fast-changing digital reliant world, so they can move forward with greater clarity and momentum.

Masterclasses will be rolled out over the next 12 months across the south east on popular topics, allowing businesses to gain further insight.

For more information, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/business

#FrankstonCity

The Economic Development Team at Council has a range of grants, workshops and events to help small businesses grow and prosper

Council manages 144 playgrounds, 425 reserves, 67 sports grounds and 11 kilometres of coastline

At the end of the day, Hayley remembers she saw a broken tree limb at the playground so she uses the website to report it from her mobile device You can report damage to Council property, dumped rubbish, missing bins and more using frankston.vic.gov.au

Learn more about the work of our friendly staff by watching their stories on Council’s YouTube channel.

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Sport and Leisure

New outdoor netball courts More training and competitions Council has recently completed the installation of two new outdoor netball courts with lighting in Frankston City.

The new courts at Eric Bell Reserve in Forest Drive, Frankston North, home of Pines Football Netball Club and Ballam Park, Frankston, home of Karingal Football Netball Club will

enable the clubs to train and host games at their home venues.

The Pines Football Netball Club reported that they have already increased their netball teams from two to four following installation of the new courts. Council also received State and Federal Government funding towards these projects.

It’s a team effort Sports ground lights

Aboriginal Health officer Grant Lea with Allan Murray and Ben Long from St Kilda Football Club.

Council recently assisted with the installation of sports ground lighting at a number of local reserves including Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve and Overport Park.

The installation of lights at these reserves allows growth and development in local sports clubs such as Skye Football Netball Club, Carrum Downs Junior Football Club, Carrum Downs Auskick, Frankston Dolphins Junior Football Club and Frankston Dolphins Football Netball Club.

Active Lifestyle Project

Supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people Kicking a goal, hitting sixes and riding a bike are all ways to maintain healthy, connected and happy lives through physical activity.

In late 2017, thanks to Victorian Government funding, a Council initiative called on local sports clubs to be more inclusive, culturally safe and build stronger relationships with the local community.

The Active Lifestyle Project assists the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community to join a local sport club, breaking down barriers that may have prevented sporting involvement and has provided resources to local clubs alongside Cultural Yarning events with guest speakers that help clubs better understand the uniqueness of being inclusive.

One spot information hub A new way to support clubs Frankston City Council has partnered with Sports Community, a leading provider of training and support services for grassroots sports, to provide Frankston City sporting clubs and their volunteers’ free access to a wide range of support and training resources.

Clubs and their volunteers have been given a free membership to Sports Community’s Club Spot, an online

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library of resources specifically created for grassroots clubs and their volunteers.

Membership includes templates, videos, articles and checklists on topics such as how to run an AGM, writing a sponsorship proposal and how to win grant funding.

To learn more phone Council on 1300 322 322.

Frankston City News July – August 2018

Upcoming projects include Lloyd Park and Pat Rollo Reserve which will benefit Langwarrin Football Netball Club, Langwarrin Junior Football and Pines Junior Football Club.

The increase of female participation in sports such as AFL and soccer has many of Council’s sports fields in high demand. The installation of lighting means games and training can occur into the night.

Council has appreciated the support of the state and federal government funding towards these projects.

Mayor Colin Hampton with members of Southern United Soccer Club Under 14s.

Seaford North Soccer Pavilion New changerooms coming Council is currently upgrading changeroom facilities at Seaford North Soccer Pavilion that will include new separate female and referee changerooms given the current growth of female participants in soccer.

Council recognises the importance of increasing female participation and leadership in sports for future generations and is committed to women’s involvement in sports and recreation as players, coaches, umpires and committee members.

The project includes the following features: • 2 changerooms • 2 toilet and shower amenities • Accessible toilet with shower • First Aid room • Additional storage By building the appropriate facilities, we’re giving more young girls and women a go when it comes to participating in sport.

Works are expected to be completed in December 2018.

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