Frankston City News March 2016

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Ventana Fiesta 2016

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Frankston City's Citizens of the Year 2016

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Neighbourhood Houses and Community Centres

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Small Business Grant recipients

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

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Your Council

In this issue Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre 1 Your Council 2 Council News 3 Ventana Fiesta 4 Enjoy Every Moment 5 Liveable City 6–7 Our Community 8–9 Neighbourhood Houses and Community Centres 10–11 Frankston Arts Centre 12 Neighbourhood News 13–15 Tjuringa – Enviro News 16–17 Build Your Business 18–19 Sport and Leisure 20

Contact details

Customer Service Phone: 1300 322 322 Email: correspondence@ frankston.vic.gov.au Interpreter: 131 450 frankston.vic.gov.au Civic Centre 30 Davey Street, Frankston Monday to Friday, 8.20am–5pm Seaford Customer Service Centre Seaford Community Centre, corner of Station Street and Broughton Street, Seaford Langwarrin Customer Service Centre Shop 6, The Gateway Shopping Centre, CranbourneFrankston Road, Langwarrin

Frankston’s prosperous future Sand Sculpting Australia at Frankston Waterfront attracts thousands of visitors to our region each year and recently celebrated its millionth visitor since the event came to our shores eight years ago. Many local young people are also employed at this event and this year’s A Day at the Zoo exhibition is well worth a visit.

The new Frankston Yacht Club building — you will see is almost complete — blends extremely well as a backdrop to the sand sculptures.

This picturesque building is part of the changing face of Frankston and represents the new image that we want the world to see.

We love Frankston and it should go without saying that we would not have won the Keep Australia Beautiful ‘Sustainable City of the Year’ Award if we didn’t all love Frankston.

However, to attract people to our city for our own economic benefit and prosperity, we have to sell Frankston to the wider world. The ‘enjoy every moment’ tourism branding aims to improve perceptions and encourage more people to choose to live, work, visit and invest in Frankston.

I really enjoyed Frankston City’s Australia Day Citizenship ceremony and presentations, part of which is

served their country, with some paying the ultimate sacrifice.

Council is currently preparing its draft budget for 2016–2017 in the new environment of rate capping, having chosen not to apply for a rate cap variation this year.

Visitor Information Centre 7N Pier Promenade, Frankston Waterfront Open 7 days, 9am–5pm Phone: 1300 322 842 visitfrankston.com

Graffiti Removal 1800 66 8247 (1800 NO TAGS) Printed on stock sourced from sustainably farmed forests.

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being invested in Frankston over the next few years including the forthcoming redevelopment of Young Street, the Frankston Station redevelopment and level rail crossing removals at Eel Race Road, Seaford Road and Overton Road.

Council is giving every assistance we can to the Victorian Government to support the Frankston Station redevelopment, with all partners eager that this project gets underway quickly.

Cr James Dooley Mayor *Frankston Resort to City, Michael Jones, Allen & Unwin, 1989, page 134

Channel Nine’s Brodie Harper, the Mayor Cr James Dooley and Sharon Redmond from Sand Sculpting Australia

Investing in our community

Carrum Downs Library and Customer Service Centre 203 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs

Hoon Driving 1800 333 000 (Crime Stoppers)

where new and existing citizens take the Affirmation which reads: As an Australian citizen, I affirm my loyalty to Australia and its people, whose democratic beliefs I share whose rights and liberties I respect, and whose laws I uphold and obey.

As a fourth generation Australian, this was a reminder to me about the significance of citizenship and the commitment made by our newest residents. But also as Australians, we need to recognise our own historical and cultural identity and the traditional owners of this land, the Boonerwrung and Bunurong people.

At the Frankston Waterfront there is a marker identifying the first known contact between a white man and the Indigenous community in Victoria.

This is when Lieutenant Charles Grimes as Assistant Surveyor-General was mapping Port Phillip and came into Kananook Creek looking for fresh water on 30 January 1803. Grimes is reported to have met Aboriginal men, women and children, ‘gave them biscuits and noted the Aboriginal huts on the side of the creek’.* Returning to the present, Council continues to plan for Frankston’s future. More than $500 million is

On Sunday 10 April 2016 at 11am, Council together with the community will dedicate the new Frankston War Memorial currently being constructed in Beauty Park.

Whilst initially Council will look to accommodate all that it does on behalf of the community within the parameters of the average rate rise of 2.5 per cent, it will present a challenge in future years.

Rates may be capped but other associated costs will enjoy the luxury of being able to be increased without a similar cap, such as utility costs and insurance.

The initial works in and around the Frankston Transit Interchange will commence shortly.

Council is continuing to advocate strongly for outcomes not just plans, so that at long last, real action on the ground will be undertaken.

Ongoing discussion needs to be had to ensure all that need to be involved are included — but the community has expectations that work will be delivered.

Council will continue to press for positive outomes around the design of Young Street, what the new Frankston Station will look like and seek to achieve greater investment in Frankston — amongst a wide range of other issues.

I would like to encourage as many of you as possible to attend the dedication service and the 2016 Impacts will be felt and services will Anzac Day service on Monday 25 April. need to be reviewed, however Council Dennis Hovenden The new War Memorial will be a fitting will continue to deliver a financially Chief Executive Officer and lasting legacy to the men and responsible budget to the community. women of our municipality who

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Tradies and residents loving the new waste transfer centre FRRRC (Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre), 20 Harold Road (off Ballarto Road), Skye Open seven days a week, 8am–4pm (closed Good Friday and Christmas Day) Details: FRRRC.com.au

Travis and Bridget

Welcoming visitors at the gate “We want people to enjoy their visit and come back. We’re here to help and provide friendly customer service.”

Jesse and Stevie

Adrian

Stevie: “I’m moving, so am clearing “I’m renovating a house so I come out the house — it’s great to have this here often. It’s the cleanest centre Centre so close.” of its kind and you won’t get bogged here. It’s reasonably good value.

I can bring everything here and they recycle nearly everything.”

Andrew — Treasure Chest

On-site store open 8.30am–3.30pm “Stock is turning over quickly and most visitors stop to browse. Building materials sell quickly, along with furniture and CDs and DVDs. We can offer discounts on bulk buys, so come and have a look.”

Peter Ash

Local landscaper “Now I know it’s open I prefer to come here. I'm saving time (not driving to Mornington) and it’s better value.

Safety is excellent and there have been big improvements at this site.”

Site Assistant Supervisor “We help people separate their items to maximise recycling. We also help reduce what’s going to landfill.

The Centre is popular with people renovating, clearing out the shed or moving house and wanting to offload hard waste or building rubble.”

Adam Helping customers sort waste “Customers like the huge undercover area that takes hard waste. They’re out of the rain and we are here to help.”

Iris and Yvonne

“This is our second trip to the shop.

Family members have found some great bargains. We’re in a craft club so we’re always looking for different things, knitting patterns and wool.”

Rate capping's budget impact

Easter weekend open hours

It will be business as usual for Council’s 2016–2017 budget, despite the Victorian Government’s rate capping policy which limits this year's rate rise to 2.5 per cent.

Local governments provide services, maintain infrastructure and plan new capital works based on expected future rate revenue, so the quick implementation of rate capping has left many councils with budget holes to fill.

However the Mayor, Cr James Dooley, said responsible financial management in recent years has meant Frankston City will not have to make any hasty decisions.

“We anticipate there will be a budget shortfall of at least $28 million over the next five years due

Good Friday 25 March 2016 to Easter Monday 28 March 2016

to rate capping,” Cr Dooley said.

“Thankfully, we have maintained a strong financial position with low debt, and that means we can plan for how we will deal with the coming funding shortfall.”

The Mayor said Council had already made changes in the budget planning process this year, with the 2.5 per cent rate cap factored into all financial decisions.

“The next step will be to go out to the community and find out what’s most important to them before we make the long-term decisions needed to cover the $28 million-plus shortfall.”

Council's draft Budget 2016–2017 will be available for feedback from late March.

Some Council services are closed at times over Easter: • Waste collection continues on public holidays so please put your bins out the night before as usual

• PARC and Pines pool are closed Good Friday only

• The new Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre in Harold Road, Skye is closed Good Friday only and open 8am–4pm other days

• The Frankston Visitor Information Centre is closed Good Friday only and open 9am–5pm other days at Frankston Waterfront

• Centenary Park Golf Course is open every day over Easter, dawn ‘til dusk • Frankston City Libraries are closed Good Friday through to Easter Monday

• Council Customer Service Centres are closed over Easter

• Sand Sculpting at Frankston Waterfront is open 10am–6pm every day over Easter.

Purchase tickets using eftpos from the Frankston Visitor Information Centre (closed Good Friday), as tickets at the gate are cash only

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Celebrating 10 years A festival of Latin American, Portuguese and Spanish cultures Experience Ventana

Explore the arts

Learn the stories

Ventana Musica — Ara Ketu

Ventana Arte FREE

Ventana Pop-up Film Festival FREE

Presented by Brazilian House

Until Thursday 24 March

Thursday 10 March, 8pm Frankston Arts Centre

Frankston Arts Centre Foyer, Cube Gallery and White Street Mall light boxes Highlights: • Come take a selfie to have your say about race and identity in Talkback — a hybrid installation from the USA, South America and Australia • View visual metaphors of identities in Inhabited • Marvel at string instruments and Latin inspired costumes made out of recycled materials in TrashArt • Be inspired by images of neglected places that have been transformed by urban designers into playgrounds by using trash in TrashLation • Be tempted by TrashBanquet — an installation where trash is disguised as an elegant dining setting • Take a trip to a paradise devoid of trash through the photo exhibition Galapagos Surreal • Intricate Craft — Crin by Trinidad Estay, Mapuche Silverware by Leo Rodriguez and footwear using recycled products by Emma Muirhead Design and much more…

Ara Ketu is joined by carnival dancers in a flamboyant live show of Afro-Brazilian music, dazzling costumes and stunning dance.

Tickets: Member $39, Full $45, Conc $41, U30 $30, Group 10+ $41 Bookings and enquiries: thefac.com.au or 9784 1060

Ventana Street Fiesta FREE Saturday 12 March, 11.45am–8pm

Frankston Beach (Wells Street end) and Wells Street Plaza A parade of performers starts at Frankston Beach followed by music, dance, food, stalls and more in Wells Street from 12pm.

Check out the Pupusa Fest and see what this latest Latin American food craze is all about!

It’s an Olympic year so we’re giving you a taste of international sport with capoeira, lucha libre and soccer at the pop-up arena.

Bring a flower to offer to the Queen of the Sea, a drink bottle and your sports shoes to join in all the action! Stay for the Pop-up Party in Rocotillos, The Groove Train and The Coffee Club.

Sunday concert series FREE at Frankston Library Recycled instrument ensemble

Sunday 6 March, 1.30–2.30pm Latin American Bossa Nova

Sunday 13 March, 1.30–2.30pm Carnaval de Barraquilla

Sunday 20 March, 1.30–3pm

Ventana workshops and educational program Learn samba, drumming, cooking, instrumentmaking and more. There's something for seniors, schools, aspiring drummers and dancers, children and culture-vultures.

Details, visit: thefac.com.au

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'Escape' to Latin America with a selection of films, all with English subtitles.

Rabia (Ecuador, 2009) Date: Tuesday 1 March , 7–9pm Venue: Community Room, first floor,

Frankston Library,

60 Playne Street, Frankston A drama, romance and thriller all in one.

This is the story of José María — a mason in hiding after the accidental death of his boss — and Rosa, a domestic maid, where secrets are everywhere. Includes bonus short film.

Xingu (Brazil, 2011) Date:

Friday 11 March, 8pm Join in drinks and refreshments from 6.30pm

Venue: White Street Mall,

Wells Street, Frankston An adventure story about three brothers and the creation of Xingu National Park, South America’s biggest national park.

Bar, El Chino (Argentina, 2003)* Date:

Monday 21 March, 11am–2pm *Special session for seniors includes South American lunch

Venue: Frankston North Community Centre

26 Mahogany Avenue,

Frankston North Martina is a young editor who decides to make a documentary on the legendary Bar El Chino, a place where tango, friendship and love are highly valued. .....................................................................

Check website for classification ratings Details: thefac.com.au or 03 9784 1060

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Good Friday in Frankston Friday 25 March 2016, 11am–3pm Frankston Waterfront The Good Friday event is a family fun day with a traditional Easter message.

It features a one-hour street theatre experience which roams along the foreshore, with more than 40 actors performing scenes from the life of Jesus Christ.

This popular annual event hosted by City Life also includes free children’s activities and food stalls.

Meet at Frankston Pier at 11am to view the start of this moving theatre event.

Details: 9785 7500 or frankstonchurches.com

Party in the Park

Tuesday 5 April, 10am–2pm Cruden Farm, Langwarrin Enter via Cranhaven Road (Melway Ref: 103 G6) BYO picnic, drinks and sunscreen.

Enjoy free children’s activities including: • Face painting • Animal farm • Live interactive stage performances Details: 1300 322 322 frankston.vic.gov.au

New Thursday market A new range of stallholders will feature as part of the Wells Street Market, Thursdays (from March), 9am–2pm in Frankston’s city centre.

Craft Markets Australia (CMA) is the new operator of the Wells Street Market. They have a good history of running successful markets including the Red Hill Community Market and the Mornington Racecourse Market.

With regular entertainment, demonstrations and an array of different stalls, the new Wells Street market also has regional produce.

Sand Sculpting Australia

A Day at the Zoo exhibition at Frankston Waterfront ends Monday 25 April (Anzac Day)

Arts in the city The first in a new series of public art around Frankston City is being installed on the façade of the Frankston Arts Centre.

‘The Bonfire’ by abstract artist Kerrie Warren (former Frankston resident) will attract attention on a large

6 metre x 8 metre billboard display in Davey Street, Frankston.

More public art including sculptures will be installed along the foreshore, city centre and suburban sites over coming months.

Artist Kerrie Warren with The Bonfire which will be on display in Davey Street, Frankston

Sand Sculpting Australia’s ‘A Day at the Zoo’ exhibition is bringing the magic, enchantment and wonder of the zoo to Frankston Waterfront with more than 100 animals carved with meticulous detail.

Discover animals from around the world as you visit sand-animals from Africa, Australia’s Dreamtime, South America, Asia, Europe and mythical creatures you might not have been expecting.

Sandsational Easter During the Easter weekend, hunt for sand carved eggs at Sand Sculpting Australia.

Open daily 10am–6pm, Friday 25 March (Good Friday) until Easter Monday (28 March).

March and April opening hours: • Monday to Friday, 10am–4pm • Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays, 10am–6pm

Tickets are available online and in person from: Frankston Visitor Information Centre, 7N Pier Promenade, Frankston Waterfront, 1300 322 842 or visitfrankston.com

Welcome to Frankston City Residents Morning Tea

Tuesday 8 March and Friday 3 June Find out more about Council services, 10–11am at the Frankston Visitor Information Centre, 7N Pier Promenade, Frankston Waterfront.

The friendly team at the Frankston Visitor Information Centre welcome residents to an informal morning tea.

facilities and activities, meet the Mayor and other residents.

Free event, please RSVP for catering purposes: 1300 322 842 or tourism@frankston.vic.gov.au

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Liveable City

Improving community safety Frankston city centre Council is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for our entire community and a crackdown on anti-social behaviour in the city has stepped up, with offenders to face up to $2,000 in fines for doing the wrong thing.

Please report any instances of dumped rubbish to Council, phone 1300 322 322.

Hard waste, green waste and recyclable materials can be taken to the Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre on Harold Road, Skye, visit: FRRRC.com.au

Monkey bikes

Council Officers have been conducting blitzes in Frankston’s city centre, targeting activities such as: smoking in restricted areas, drinking alcohol in a public place, walking dogs in restricted areas and littering.

“Anyone who blatantly ignores signs and restrictions will face hefty penalties,” said the Mayor, Cr James Dooley.

For more details about Frankston City’s local laws, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au

Dumping rubbish Your rubbish is your responsibility Dumping rubbish is a crime. This includes hard waste left on nature strips and outside unoccupied properties. Council is cracking down on illegal dumping and is investigating and fining people found responsible.

Monkey bikes include unregistered motorcycles, mini-bikes or trail bikes. They are banned from public places in Frankston City.

Please report illegal monkey bike riders to Victoria Police.

In emergencies, phone triple zero (000). For other hoon complaints or to report address details of monkey bike riders, contact Crime Stoppers: Phone 1800 333 000 or visit crimestoppersvic.com.au

Pet registration Cat and dog owners are reminded to renew their pet registration by Sunday 10 April.

Renewal notices are posted during March.

Please contact Council to register your pet once they are aged three months or you could be fined.

State government legislation requires all Victorian councils to keep a register of local pets.

Olivers Hill boat ramp and jetty Improvements coming soon Council received lots of positive feedback on the proposed renewal works that will extend the lifespan of the boat ramp and jetty at Olivers Hill, Frankston South.

The renewal works are planned to be completed between April and October 2016, outside the peak snapper season.

Works include: • Changing the ramps so there is one either side of the jetty • Renewing the jetty • Providing a dedicated boat trailer manoeuvring and queuing area • Improving pedestrian access and safety and associated landscaping Access to the site will not be available during the works, however the Kananook Creek boat ramp will remain open.

Wells Street Business as usual

Wells Street construction works in Frankston's city centre are due to be completed by mid March 2016.

The remaining works focus on central Wells Street and the south-west corner between Nepean Highway and Thompson Street.

Access to shops and cafes remains open. Thank you for continuing to support businesses in the Wells Street precinct.

PARC awarded for disability features The Peninsula Aquatic and Recreation Centre (PARC) was recently recognised at the Victorian Government Awards for Disability Sport and Recreation, winning the award for ‘Inclusive Sport, Recreation or Open Space Infrastructure’.

During the planning and designing phases, Council consulted closely with members of Council’s Disability Access and Inclusion Committee — a group of local volunteers who regularly provide feedback and advice about Council projects and services.

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As a result, PARC is a welcoming and inclusive centre that meets best practice standards such as: • Four accessible ‘changing places’ change rooms • Disability access ramps to the main pool and therapeutic pool • A portable chair hoist to the pools and spa • Stainless steel water wheelchairs • Hearing loops in the fitness rooms • Fitness equipment for wheelchair users • 12 accessible car parks

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Olivers Hill jetty photo by Monique Mclaren, Focus on Frankston photography competition

PARC visitation has exceeded expectations and in its first year, the Centre attracted more than 500,000 visitors and 7,000 members.

Details: parcfrankston.com.au or 9781 8444

Kindergarten

Register now for 2017 Registrations are now open for children who are eligible to attend 4-year-old kindergarten in 2017.

Registrations for 4-year-old kindergarten are open until Friday 29 April 2016.

Residents and ratepayers who register between 1 February and 29 April 2016 will be placed earlier than non-residents and those who do not register during this time.

Families can register for 3-year-old kindergarten between 4 July and 30 September 2016.

The Kindergarten Central Registration Procedure is available on Council’s website for families to view.

Register your child online, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/kindergartens Details: 1300 322 322

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Major projects underway across Frankston City Frankston Yacht Club The Frankston Yacht Club development at the Waterfront greatly enhances this prominent location.

The building’s stained timber exterior is suitable to coastal conditions and its natural curves are designed to blend with the sand dunes.

The works have included the new building along with landscaping, roadway, car park and deck — which opened before Christmas and has proved popular during the busy summer season.

Works are on track to be completed

by March. Council is currently in negotiations with a restaurant operator for the lease of the first-level restaurant and ground-floor café.

These services are expected to open later in 2016.

Council has funded the majority of this $10.5 million project. Thank you to the Australian Government for their contribution of $1.25 million and the Victorian Government which has contributed a further $330,000 via Melbourne Water’s Living Rivers program.

Delacombe Park Preschool Construction is nearing completion on the Delacombe Park Preschool expansion in Frankston South.

Finishing touches and landscaping are underway ready for children to start in term two 2016.

These works double the capacity of this preschool to offer kindergarten programs for local families.

The Victorian Government contributed $350,000 towards this project, however Council is funding the majority of the works which cost $1.3 million.

Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve Design is well underway for a new multi-use pavilion at the Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve on Wedge Road. The proposed pavilion will be located next to the western oval and is being designed to best meet the needs of reserve users. The pavilion will also have a flexible social space available to the public.

Council is also delivering other works in the Master plan for Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve, including sports ground lighting, new drainage, irrigation, new cricket nets and wicket.

Celebrating a win on Wells Congratulations to Langwarrin resident Jenny Morris on winning the $1,000 shopping spree on Wells Street.

This competition ran in November and December to help encourage people back to Wells Street after works disrupted some traffic flow in the area.

Almost 10,000 entries were received in stores and online.

Jenny is pictured with Parry from Peter Oram Children's Shoes, which is where her winning entry was submitted. “I’ve always shopped here for my children’s shoes,” Jenny said. “There’s no other specialty store like it in the area.”

New Ballam Park pavilion Council will demolish and reconstruct the Ballam Park East Pavilion which currently houses the Karingal Bulls Football Club and Long Island Cricket Club. The early design phase is underway, and work is expected to commence on-site in late 2016, subject to confirmation of funding.

Council is currently upgrading the car park which will greatly improve access to Ballam Park ovals. This is a $410,000 investment by Council.

BikeSpot

Improving cycling safety Safety concerns are often cited as the major barrier to people riding bicycles in Melbourne.

The BikeSpot project aims to address the perception of bike safety compared to actual incidents at different locations across metropolitan Melbourne.

Frankston City residents are encouraged to ‘Add a Spot’ directly on the bike map identifying where they do or do not feel safe riding a bicycle.

There is space to include some brief details and an image is optional. Residents who don’t cycle locally because of safety concerns are also encouraged to participate.

Cyclists can also share tips for negotiating sections of the bicycle network.

To join in the BikeSpot project, please visit: bikespot.org.au The map is available to add information until Saturday 30 April 2016.

BikeSpot is a collaboration between The Squeaky Wheel and CrowdSpot along with local councils — funded by a TAC Community Road Safety Grant.

Draft Frankston City Open Space Strategy 2015–2035 Have your say

Council’s draft Frankston City Open Space Strategy is out for public consultation and outlines the vision, outcomes, opportunities and priorities to protect and enhance Frankston’s Open Space network for the next 20 years.

Open space is land set aside as an open area for leisure and nature conservation, including parks,

gardens, reserves, waterways and other spaces in public ownership (either Council, public authorities or state government).

Your feedback on the draft strategy is valued. View the draft strategy visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay or in hardcopy at Council Customer Service Centres.

Feedback closes: Tuesday 29 March 2016 Written feedback to: Public Space and Leisure Frankston City Council PO Box 490 FRANKSTON VIC 3199 publicspaceandleisure@frankston. vic.gov.au

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Our Community

Celebrate Neighbour Day

Frankston Food Swap

Not everyone in Frankston has fresh food on their table, but this community-led initiative is helping local backyard produce go much further.

Organised by local residents, this monthly food swap is free and everyone is welcome.

On the share table is everything from home grown fruit, vegies, herbs, eggs, easy recipes using affordable ingredients, home-made jam and pre-loved gardening magazines.

Stay on for a foodie demonstration, ranging from sourdough breadmaking to vegie planting along with the opportunity to exchange ideas and inspiration with other gardeners and home-produce makers.

Hosted at Coffee on Kareela, 53 Kareela Road, Frankston This not-for-profit venue is run by volunteers. Open Monday to Saturday for lunch or Fair Trade organic coffee.

Parking on-site or bus routes 789, 790 and 791.

Coming Food Swap dates are: Saturday 12 March, 1pm ‘A Year in a Bottle’ — preserving leftover produce throughout the year, with self-taught home preserver, Sally.

Saturday 9 April, 1pm Practical advice on companion planting, helping your garden flourish and repel pests naturally.

Details: frankstonfoodswap@outlook.com

The community you want starts at your front door Neighbour Day is a great opportunity to meet others in your local community.

Thursday 31 March 9.30am–3pm Frankston South Recreation Centre 55 Towerhill Road, Frankston South

Unlike other awareness days, you don’t make a donation, buy a badge Saturday 2 April or wear a ribbon.

12–3pm Coffee on Kareela On Neighbour Day you can simply 53 Kareela Road, Frankston introduce yourself to the people next door and across the street.

Sunday 3 April 9am–1pm Bringing people in the street Joy of the Earth Community Garden together helps residents connect Joy Street, Frankston and can help break down the barriers of loneliness and isolation. Free resources are available to help To get to know your community better, join in one of the many free Neighbour Day events being held around Frankston City.

you organise your own event, visit: neighbourday.org or phone 9784 1851

Sunday 20 March 11am–2pm Sandhurst Club Clubhouse Lane, Sandhurst

Sunday 27 March 2016

Frankston Charitable Fund grants Join in positive ageing events Giving back to the community

Bookings: 9784 1943

Local charities are benefiting from $27,000 in grants announced recently by the Frankston Charitable Fund.

These grants will support eight groups to help meet local needs and strengthen community connections.

The Frankston Charitable Fund is a sub-fund of the Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation and annual

Ventana singing workshop Thursday 17 March, 1–2.30pm

Charity

grants come from interest and dividends earned.

Thank you to the community who continue to support fundraising towards this fund by purchasing candles at the Frankston Christmas Festival of Lights and other donations which have helped make this grants program possible. frankston.vic.gov.au/ charitablefund

Project

Grant amount

Allstar All Abilities Bam Allstars 2016 concert

$2,000

Ardoch Youth Foundation Australia Schools Plus

Early Years resources and learning experiences in Frankston

$2,500

The future of Frankston is STEM

$2,500

Beyond Disability

Connecting people with the wider Community Healthy eating for the disadvantaged End of year celebrations for kinship families Pets in the Parks Incorporated Frankston SecondBite fresh food program for people in need in Frankston

$2,500

City Life Inc OzChild Pets in the Park Incorporated SecondBite

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Enjoy singing, fun and laughter, with a tutor guiding you in the vibrant sounds of Latin America. No singing experience necessary, all welcome.

Frankston North Community Centre, 26 Mahogany Avenue, Frankston North Gold coin donation, includes afternoon tea.

$10,000 $1,000 $1,500 $5,000

Flavours of Ventana cooking workshop Friday 18 March, 11am–1pm

Ventana world movies Monday 21 March, 11am–1.30pm

Bar, El Chino — a film about food, tango, friendship and love.

The movie is in Spanish, with English subtitles.

Frankston North Community Centre, 26 Mahogany Avenue, Frankston North Gold coin donation, includes lunch.

Walking football Thursday 31 March, 1.30–3pm

Come and try session with a free barbecue available from 12.30pm.

Frankston South Community Recreation Centre, 55 Towerhill Road, Frankston South Modified soccer designed for ages 55 to 105 to have fun and stay active.

A friendly, non-contact sport, all welcome, including people with mobility issues. Details: 9784 1046

Come and have a go in this hands-on, interactive cooking class and enjoy an authentic Latin American meal.

Frankston North Community Centre, 26 Mahogany Avenue, Frankston North Gold coin donation, includes ingredients for lunch.

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Frankston City Citizens of the Year 2016

Congratulations to Frankston City’s outstanding citizens for 2016 2016 Community event of the year Colour of Hope Youth Art Exhibition by Life Gate

Citizen of the Year David Cross

Senior Citizen of the Year Alan Quaife

Over many years, David has consistently volunteered his time in our community. From working with environmental friends groups, guides, scouts, disability groups, school councils and Rotary, David is always happy to be involved.

David is currently the Chair of the Frankston Environmental Friends Network, Secretary of the Friends of Wallace Reserve and an active member of the Rotary Club of Frankston.

Alan Quaife has devoted his life to helping those most in need in our community.

Alan created the Reclink Dolphins Football Team to provide an opportunity for players of all ages and abilities who experience disadvantage — including mental illness, substance abuse, homelessness and social isolation — to participate in a structured team based sport.

Seniors wanted Positive Ageing Reference Group committee members Council invites expressions of interest from local residents interested in joining Frankston’s Positive Ageing Reference Group.

The group provides feedback to Council on issues facing older people and helps plan events.

To apply, please provide a written paragraph describing how you could contribute to the group, drawing on your experiences, interests, and club, group or organisational associations.

Ideally, candidates would be available for an interview on Wednesday 13 April or Thursday 14 April.

Details: 9784 1046 Expressions of interest close on Monday 21 March. Submit your application via: Post:

Positive Ageing Officers Frankston City Council PO Box 490 FRANKSTON VIC 3199

Email: positiveageing@ frankston.vic.gov.au

This event commenced in 2012, to provide disadvantaged youth with access to the arts, along with opportunities for them to receive professional coaching and public recognition.

Colour of Hope representatives Danielle Harry, McClelland College; Life Gate’s Pastor Ulli Rothstein de Roldan and Reverend Angel Roldan; with Outreach Program Director Lizzie Hornby

Council’s immunisation nurses are also happy to receive calls from clients that need immunisation histories updated in the new register or to provide catch-up information and vaccines, phone 1300 322 322.

Sessions include: Banyan Fields Child and Family Centre 90A Cadles Road, Carrum Downs Thursday 10 March, 9.30–11.30am Frankston North Community Centre 26 Mahogany Avenue, Frankston North Thursday 10 March, 1–2pm Lyrebird Community Centre 203-205 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs Wednesday 16 March, 9.30–11.30am Frankston Mechanics Institute 1N Plowman Place, Frankston Monday 21 March, 5.30–6.30pm

These changes have been made by the federal and state governments to improve childhood immunisation rates. Details visit: immunise.health.gov.au

Take advantage of Council’s free immunisation service Council offers more than 16 immunisation sessions a month, freeof-charge, for children aged up to 19.

Monday 25 April 2016 Frankston (new venue): Frankston War Memorial Beauty Park, High Street (near Spring Street), Frankston All welcome to these free events hosted by the Frankston RSL Sub Branch.

Limited seating. Anzac tokens will be available to purchase.

No pets allowed. Parking available in surrounding streets. Park Street will be closed to traffic 10am–12pm.

Dawn service

New immunisation requirements Parents and carers need to ensure their children’s immunisations are up-to-date in order to: • enrol in kindergarten or childcare • receive family assistance payments including the SchoolKids Bonus, Child Care Benefit, Child Care Rebate, Family Tax Benefit Part A, Grandparent Child Care Benefit, Special Child Care Benefit or Jobs, Education and Training Child Care Fee Assistance

Anzac Day services

Montague Park Maternal and Child Health (new venue) Bentley Place, Frankston Tuesday 22 March, 9.30–11.30am Seaford Maternal and Child Health 41 Railway Parade, Seaford (new time) Tuesday 5 April, 9.30–11.30am Frankston South Community and Recreation Centre (new day) 55 Towerhill Road, Frankston South Monday 11 April, 9.30–11.30am

Please arrive before 5.45am A ‘gunfire’ breakfast will be held near the Beauty Park playground, available for a gold coin donation.

Commemoration service

Starts 11am March participants gather by 10.30am in Beauty Park at the corner of Yuille Street and Park Street. The march route will proceed down Park Street, turning left into the park just before Baxter Street. Please contact Frankston RSL for advice and guidelines about participating in the march, phone: 9783 2288

Seaford Hosted by the Seaford RSL Sub Branch Anzac Day march starts at 9.30am, leaving from Peninsula Dry Cleaners and proceeding along Nepean Highway and Station Street to finish at the Seaford Cenotaph, located outside the Seaford RSL. Anzac Day service begins at 9.45am at the Seaford Cenotaph.

Station Street in Seaford will be closed 9–11am.

Seaford RSL bookings: 9786 5880

New Frankston War Memorial Unveiling and Dedication Ceremony Open invitation Sunday 10 April 2016 11am–12pm Beauty Park High Street, Frankston

frankston.vic.gov.au/Immunisation

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Frankston City Neighbourhood Houses and Community Centres Belvedere Community Centre 36 Belvedere Road, Seaford Phone: 9776 8922 Email: reception@belvedere.org.au • Learn Local provider • Art and craft classes • Book clubs • Playgroups • Computer courses • English classes • Fitness classes for all ages • French classes • Skills development workshops • Children’s activities

Ebdale Community Hub and Learning Centre 20 Ebdale Street, Frankston Phone: 9293 7102 Email: ebdale.reception@frankston.vic.gov.au • Auslan sign language classes • Community gardening group • Community kitchen • English language classes • First Aid training • Frankston Toy Library • Frankston Women's Friendship Café • Fresh Entertainment and youth recording studio • Impact Volunteering • Life’s Little Treasures playgroup • Look Good, Feel Better workshops • Peninsula Community Wig Centre • St John Ambulance volunteering • Totally Awesome Parenting playgroup • Meeting and play room hire

Frankston Women’s Friendship Café This multicultural group of women of all ages meet weekly to enjoy coffee and cake along with friendly discussions, guest speakers, craft-sharing and fundraising to help refugee children.

Meets Fridays 10am–12.30pm during the school term, at the Ebdale Community Hub and Learning Centre, 20 Ebdale Street, Frankston More women are welcome, details: 9781 2626

Frankston South Community and Recreation Centre Belvedere Community Centre’s Tai Chi Moves program runs three times a week due to popular demand.

Instructor Netta Ditchburn uses the form of Shibashi Tai Chi that was developed in the ‘80s for people wanting a simpler version. It is a whole mind, body and spirit activity.

“I'm a qualified fitness instructor and I'm passionate about health, fitness and wellbeing,” Netta said.

“I find a lot of older people take part in the program to keep fit, work on their balance and concentration and find some inner peace and relaxation," she said.

55 Towerhill Road, Frankston South Phone: 9293 1722 frankstonsouthreccentre@frankston.vic.gov.au • Agestrong program • Craft group • Book Club • Children’s programs ages 0–5 • Fitness and exercise programs and activities • Health and wellbeing programs • Social sports program • After school activity options • Youth Hangout activities for ages 12–18

Frankston North Community Centre 26 Mahogany Avenue, Frankston North Phone: 8773 9545 Email: fncc@frankston.vic.gov.au • Book Club and fitness programs • Computer classes for beginners • Children’s activities for ages 0–12 • School holiday program • Recreation activities including weekly walking group, cooking programs and craft • Youth Hangout activities for ages 12–18 • Community dental chair

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Gentle stretch class Join Jenny in this friendly and gentle, Pilates-style class designed to help stretch older bodies.

"People love all our classes and this one is no exception,'' said Jenny, program supervisor.

Only $8 a class, Tuesdays or Thursdays, 1.30pm at the Frankston South Recreation Centre.

Bookings are essential, phone 9293 1722

Fun, educational and supportive Sherrie Neilson facilitates a regular Storytime Playgroup at the Frankston North Community Centre, every Thursday 9.30–11.30am “The playgroup challenges the kids and develops their imagination,” Sherrie said.

“We run it as a friendly, accessible and low cost program so that everyone feels welcome.”

“The most meaningful part of it all is making connections with other mums in the community. Playgroup gets us out of the house, chatting with other mums, sharing ideas and enjoying our kids socialising.”

#yourratesatwork

Celebrate Neighbourhood House Week 9 to 16 May 2016 Contact your local community centre or neighbourhood house to find out more

The Heart of our Community Langwarrin Community Centre

Orwil Street Community House

2 Lang Road, Langwarrin Phone: 9789 7653 Email: reception@langwarrincc.org.au • Adult Further Education • Accredited training • Learn Local provider • Computer courses • Childcare and children’s activities • Health and wellbeing programs • Recreational activities • Youth Hangout • Meeting and conference room hire • Community garden — coming soon

16 Orwil Street, Frankston Phone: 9783 5073 Email: info@orwilst.org.au • Playgroup • Computer courses • Vocational training • Health and wellbeing programs • Low cost counselling • Gentle exercise program • Craft activities, jewellery and card making • Social and support groups • Young mums group

Originally from Uruguay, Gabriella Garcia has been attending an English language and literacy program at Lyrebird Community Centre since July 2015.

“The course has really helped improve my English,” said Gabriella. “We’ve got a great teacher and nice group of people who attend the course. I’ve even made some new friends,” she said.

The Centre’s language and literacy program classes include reading, writing, speaking and listening skills and cater to the individual needs of people from English and non-English speaking backgrounds.

Mel Aitken’s son Billy has attended the occasional care program at Langwarrin Community Centre since he was 18-months-old.

“I love hearing about Billy’s day at the Centre as he is always very excited about what he’s been doing and who he has been playing with,” said Mel. “It’s a lovely place to walk into and the staff always make you feel welcome,” she said.

Langwarrin Community Centre’s Occasional Care program is government CCB approved and staffed by trained and experienced early childhood educators.

Children have the opportunity to play and learn in a fun and safe environment and engage in a range of activities including painting, craft, music and games.

Lyrebird Community Centre 203 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs Phone: 9782 0133 Email: admin@lyrebird.org.au • Learn Local provider • Adult Further Education • Children’s activities for ages 0–12, including 3-year-old playtime • Computer classes for beginners • Recreation activities including weekly walking group • Support groups • Youth Hangout activities for ages 12–18

Karingal PLACE Neighbourhood Centre 103 Ashleigh Avenue, Frankston Phone: 8786 6656 Email: karingalneighbourhoodhouse@gmail.com • Learn Local provider • Art and craft classes • Playgroup • Computer courses • Vocational training • Health and wellbeing programs • Childcare program • Support groups • Youth Hangout

#yourratesatwork

Instructor Ingrid Glenn says participants in her scrapbooking and papercraft classes at Karingal PLACE Neighbourhood Centre really enjoy learning new skills and bringing their photos and albums to life.

Psychologist Gary Fewkes runs men’s groups at Orwil Street Community House including Images of Manhood and Dads in Distress support groups — all free-of-charge.

“We talk about being a bloke, basically. It’s not easy and we have a suicide crisis in this country. There has been a shift in traditional gender roles and these groups give men the chance to explore these changes in a relaxed, safe and supportive environment amongst peers,” Gary said.

Gary encourages open discussion on any subject which can range from grief and loss to anger and violence. The Dads in Distress (DIDs) group is for men who are going through separation, divorce or relationship breakdown and are estranged from their kids. “More guys are always welcome — the more the merrier,” said Gary.

“We do all sorts of things including making trinket boxes and booklets, creating pop-up pages and cards and trying different techniques such as dry stencilling and weaving a page background,” Ingrid said.

Class participant Tina Resoort said: “I have made some wonderful friends at the class.”

Margaret Case attends the classes for her health: "I had a stroke and was advised to use many different skills to aid my recovery. I think differently when I am scrapbooking, as I am being creative,” said Margaret.

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Artwork: Nez Retep

Frankston Arts Centre

2016 Program

Brazilian Carnival

Drama Critical Stages, Catnip and MopHead Productions

Brazilian House

Ara Ketu

Thursday 10 March, 8pm Direct from Brazil with Afro-fusion music, dazzling costumes and stunning dance. Enjoy the fiesta spirit with this flamboyant live show.

Tickets: $30–$45

Physical theatre/dance

4000 Miles

Tuesday 22 March, 8pm As an overnight couch-surf turns into an extended stay, a surprising parallel unearths between these two generations.

Tickets: $30–$49

Comedy

Sydney Opera House

Gilbert and Sullivan Daytime Music + Theatre | Promac Productions

Live satellite event hosted by Tracy Bartram

Friday 4 March, 10.30am and 1.30pm Join Alison Jones in this all-time favourite musical as Promac Productions performs The Mikado for the last time in Frankston.

Tickets: $18–$20

Sunday 6 March, 12.30pm Prominent women discuss what they would do if they had the power to make things change overnight. Includes author Piper Kerman from Orange is the New Black.

Tickets: $17–$20

The Mikado

Lunch $20, complimentary refreshments

Cabaret jazz

Theatre

LissaJane Dance

Sean Murphy

Nichaud Fitzgibbon and Adam Dunning

Saturday 2 April, 7.30pm A dance interpretation about the famous artist and his brother, with an amazing set and original score.

Tickets: $30–$39

Sunday 3 April, 7.30pm Sean Murphy rides the highs and humiliations of a career that went from acting with Chris Hemsworth to playing Thor at 5-year-olds’ birthdays.

Tickets: All tickets $20

Saturday 9 April, 7.30pm Enjoy a glass and a romantic evening of love songs with Nichaud Fitzgibbon and 'Voice of Summer' Adam Dunning.

Tickets: $30–$45

Vincent

Party Tricks for Adults

All About Women

A Cosy Night In

Daytime Music +melBOurne Theatre | Promac ProductionsCOmeDy Fest InternAtIOnAl

Over There: Our War Years in rOADshOW Hit Songs and Stories

Melbourne International Comedy Festival

Warning: Adult themes. Recommended 15+ years.

Friday 22 April, 10.30am and 1.30pm Narrated by Chris McKenna and starring popular tenor Roy Best, with stories and songs from WWII and the Vietnam War. Tickets: $18–$20 Lunch $20, complimentary refreshments

stAnD-uP COmeDy

sunday 8 may, 8pm Theatre

Kids comedy FAC and Sean Murphy present

Kids Party Confidential

Monday 4 April, 11am Fresh from the Edinburgh Fringe, Kids Party Confidential challenges children to switch off the box and power up their imaginations for the best fiesta ever.

Suitable for ages 5–12 and their parents.

Tickets: All tickets $15 and includes 1 hour workshop post-show where everyone gets to make a balloon sword

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tickets: Member $38, Full $45, Conc $40 Duration: 135 minutes, including interval

It’s silly, it’s satirical, it’s side-splitting. It’s Au ultimate comedy road trip!

Our travelling band of intrepid comedians is taking ove one town at a time, with the melbourne International C Festival roadshow!

Bookings: 9784 1060 or thefac.com.au

Family CDP Theatre Producers

The 52-Storey Treehouse

Tuesday 19 April, 5pm and Wednesday 20 April, 11am and 6pm The bestselling children’s book comes to life.

Tickets: $25, $20 members, $80 family (4)

Join a line-up of the finest local and international com for an evening of entertainment like no other, hand-pic bring the biggest and best belly laughs to audiences fr Margaret River to Mackay, Devonport to Dubbo.

Warning: Performances may contain coarse language, sexual re and material that may offend some audience members

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Neighbourhood news

#yourratesatwork Ongoing Improvements

Improving services in Seaford

The Wall of Kindness

By Cr Glenn Aitken

By Cr James Dooley – Mayor

By Cr Rebekah Spelman

Frankston Basketball Stadium A redevelopment of this regional facility in Seaford is closer to becoming a reality with the addition now of almost $5 million announced by the Hon Bruce Billson, federal Member for Dunkley.

We now look forward to funds from the current state government to complete the funding package.

This stadium currently attracts more than three-quarters of a million visits a year, many of whom come from outside of Frankston City. The stadium’s expansion will enhance their capacity to further expand this sport and host national and international events.

We recently celebrated the official opening of the improved Seaford Community Centre.

This Centre is an important hub for our local community and offers a variety of services including Council Customer Relations, Seaford Library, meeting rooms and other public facilities.

Conveniently located, the Centre is on the corner of Station Street and Broughton Street, between the Seaford Village shopping centre and the Seaford Railway Station.

This project has been achieved thanks to a joint effort between all levels of government. Thank you to our state and federal Members of Parliament for these much-needed contributions: • Australian Government $20,000 • Victorian Government $150,000 Council contributed $700,000 to the full restoration project which has been a fantastic outcome for the Seaford community.

A friend of mine shared a video on Facebook recently that really grabbed me. It was an initiative started by a community that they named "The Wall of Kindness".

A location was found and a wall was erected, painted with the message "Leave it if you don't need it, take it if you do need it".

The wall is furnished with coat hooks, and the idea is that people can come to the wall and hang up their old coats, blankets and similar cold-weather items so that people who are in need but unable to purchase these things may freely come and take them.

It's a really caring idea and I love it.

Personally, I have always wanted to be able to donate my old winter jackets or spare blankets directly to those in need during the coldest months, but there has never really been a way that I knew of to do this. Op-shops are, of course, fantastic outlets for people to purchase inexpensive clothing, but I would love to have an option that doesn't involve the need for money to change hands.

In winter time especially, wouldn't it be great to see Frankston with a Wall? We have so many kind, caring, giving people living in our city, and I know that as a community we want to take care of our own. A seasonal project like this, even just a one-off, would be something we could all be proud of if it were managed correctly.

I reckon it's worth some thought.

Seaford Community Centre The recent works upgrading the Seaford Community Centre were celebrated at the official opening on 28 January. I would like to keep the improvements coming and make the most of the opportunity for this Centre by: · Introducing a strong emphasis on art and culture · Remodelling the exterior to make the building itself a destination, such as mosaic features or sculptural forms · Landscaping the surrounding Seaford Village 'green' to include public art and sculpture I would also like to see community education programs being available at this Centre.

Gretana Park Further remodelling has taken place at Gretana Park in Gretana Crescent, Frankston. This park was saved from sale by the Karingal community, for the Karingal community. It is a local success story come true.

I actively assisted collecting signatures for the petition — which was presented to Council — along with community members including Glenda Viner, Frankston City’s Citizen of the Year 2015. We collected hundreds of signatures, standing at the local supermarket in Ashleigh Avenue. Signatures were also obtained by others in different locations.

On the night where Council determined its lasting decision, we had around 1,500 signatures bound in flamboyant red ribbon. A packed gallery was present to see this tabled in Council with supporting placards and badges abounding.

Prior to this I had a discussion with both of my Ward (Councillor) colleagues and indicated to them that any decision to lose public space is irreversible. Once it is gone, it is gone forever. After meeting with the community, my colleagues agreed to support keeping the park.

Cr Glenn Aitken Phone: 9786 3274

North-West Ward

Road repairs Council has recently finished a number of road repairs around the North-West Ward as part of its regular road maintenance program. These include: 1. Stawell Street, Seaford 2. Madden Street, Seaford 3. Brunel Road (between Austin Road and Maple Street), Seaford 4. Skye Road (Gairloch Drive and Panmure Street), Frankston Still to come in April are road repair works in Norfolk Crescent, Frankston North.

Some inappropriate street trees are being removed at Petrie Street, Frankston, as they are causing damage and will be replaced with suitable species.

Council will also install new kerb and channel (gutter) in these sites.

Help preserve Kananook Creek The Kananook Creek Association is a dedicated group of volunteers who help clean, restore and preserve the Creek and its environment.

All are welcome to join in their Clean Up Australia Day event on Sunday 6 March, 9.30am–12pm, west side of the Fiocchi Avenue foot bridge.

Mayor Cr James Dooley Mobile: 0428 246 861 Email: crdooley@frankston.vic.gov.au

Level crossing removal information sessions Eleven level crossings are being removed on the Frankston line including: · Eel Race Road, Carrum · Seaford Road, Seaford · Skye/Overton Road, Frankston Attend a community information session to view plans, have your say and ask questions of the Level Crossing Removal Authority: Wednesday 4–7pm Frankston City Library, 16 March Long Room 60 Playne Street, Frankston Thursday 17 March

4–7pm Carrum Bowling Club, Keast Park 716 Nepean Highway, Seaford

Monday 21 March

4–7pm Seaford Community Centre Corner Station and Broughton Streets, Seaford

Cr Rebekah Spelman Mobile: 0427 714 370 Email: crspelman@frankston.vic.gov.au

Seaford >> Karingal >> Frankston North >> Frankston

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Your Council Robinsons Road potholes

New opportunities

Welcoming visitors to Frankston

By Cr Brian Cunial

By Cr Darrel Taylor

By Cr Suzette Tayler

I hope everyone had a great Christmas and an enjoyable break. 2016 is shaping up to be a very busy year. I am looking forward to the many new opportunities and challenges 2016 will bring and continuing to work hard for Frankston City and the South Ward.

No slam dunk The Labor state government refuses to contribute any money towards the Frankston Basketball Stadium redevelopment. We have reduced the scope of work to the bare minimum to achieve an outcome with the available funding. Not a good look for the Labor state government.

Wrong side of the tracks The state government’s option is rail over road for the grade separations along the Frankston line between Mordialloc and Frankston. Suburbs such as Seaford and Carrum where the low-lying nature of the area contributes to the neighbourhood character and amenity, will be severely impacted.

Trains will be travelling on tracks two storeys high for several kilometres. Communities will be split in half; the tracks will be an eyesore and views of the bay lost affecting property prices — a totally unacceptable situation.

Barking dogs Let’s lighten up During the break I attended Dogs Victoria’s “Dogs Day Out”. A massive crowd was in attendance for what was an extremely successful event. I saw dog breeds I didn’t know existed. Well done to Dogs Victoria.

I also attended the Peninsula Youth Music Society’s “Summer Music School Concert”. It featured children, who only picked up an instrument that week, playing well-revised classics. The Society’s volunteers do a great job with the kids and the success of the concert was a testament to their Cr Brian Cunial with Max dedication and skill.

Barking dogs are disrupting the lives of Frankston My family and I attended the Frankston Waterfront City residents on a daily basis with Council officers Festival. The weather was fantastic and the crowd responding to several complaints each week. huge. I received a lot of positive feedback about the Whilst the majority of pet owners do the right thing, festival. Well done to all of the organisers for what could be our most successful Waterfront Festival yet. it is disappointing that Council officers have to spend so much time and energy on these problems. I do hope 2016 brings you a lot of joy and success.

Bye for now.

Sleep deprivation and concerns for animal welfare are the main reasons Council receives reports about the ongoing issue of barking dogs.

I would like to encourage pet owners to be responsible and ensure that your dog isn’t disturbing your neighbours.

For tips on how to stop your dog from barking and disturbing others, please visit the ‘Animal Noise’ page on Council’s website: frankston.vic.gov.au

Frankston City continues to offer locals and visitors a wonderful experience with a range of events as well as attractions.

The Sand Sculpting exhibition at Frankston Waterfront provides something new every year and the ‘zoo’ theme provides spectacular sights for people of all ages. As at the end of January, this exhibition had already attracted nearly 64,000 visitors since opening on 26 December. Sand Sculpting is also about to welcome its one millionth visitor since hosting this event in Frankston.

A new attendance record was set at this year’s Frankston Waterfront Festival with 45,000 visitors to the event on the weekend of 16 and 17 January.

The big hit was the 'fly boarding' which was booked out all weekend, whilst other highlights included the fireworks, a new site layout and variety of water sports on offer.

Council’s pop-up Visitor Information Centre at Frankston Station welcomed 1,100 enquiries in its first month. The pop-up stand runs until the end of March and is open Thursdays, 3–7pm and Saturdays, 9.30am–1.30pm.

Council recently launched a Tourism Event Attraction Program which enables event management companies to apply for seed funding to help host their event in Frankston. The Program has an emphasis on events which enhance the Frankston tourism experience, attract interstate and international visitors and encourage overnight stays. Applications close Friday 18 March.

Wells Street We have seen a dramatic improvement in Wells Street, Frankston with the beautification works almost finished. New planting will happen on-site during March and April and will feature a lovely range of indigenous species. I hope you will come back to Wells Street and enjoy the result.

Help keep our city beautiful On another note, ‘rubbish dumping’ is a quick way to spoil people’s impressions on their visit to Frankston City. Residents are fed-up with people who do not dispose of their waste properly and choose to either leave it on the nature strip or dump it in our reserves.

Please report any dumped rubbish to Council so we can schedule its removal and fine those responsible. We have a wonderful new Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre in Skye and I urge you to use it: FRRRC.com.au Please do not hesitate to contact me if any resident has issues of a Council nature.

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

Cr Suzette Tayler Mobile: 0428 448 081 Email: crtayler@frankston.vic.gov.au

In December 2015, I raised the issue of pot holes around the level crossing on Robinsons Road as urgent business that needed to be addressed.

This section of Robinsons Road is not managed

by Council, which means we can't take immediate action at this site.

These pot holes have been caused by the deterioration of the road and cause genuine safety issues, particularly for the school traffic in the area.

Councillors unanimously agreed to write a letter to the Member for Hastings, Neale Burgess, urging him to raise this matter with the Minister for Transport and Metro Trains and request that these pot holes be repaired by the end of January.

This letter was written and issued on 10 December 2015.

Two months after our deadline for these important repair works, we are still waiting for a response — and a commitment — to fix this dangerous stretch of road.

This is an issue that won’t go away and I am committed to pursuing the relevant authorities, until we achieve a positive outcome for our community.

Councillor Darrel Taylor joining patrons at the City Life Christmas Day event

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Cr Darrel Taylor Mobile: 0428 137 268 Email: crtaylor@frankston.vic.gov.au

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

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#yourratesatwork

Neighbourhood news

#yourratesatwork NoExcuse4Violence

Your new waste transfer centre

Graffiti-busters

By Cr Sandra Mayer

By Cr Colin Hampton – Deputy Mayor

By Cr Michael O'Reilly

In January I spoke at a public rally in Wells Street Plaza, where people from all around our city made their feelings about violence known.

The rally was organised by a community group called “Victors Over Violence” who believe we should all be safe while going about our daily lives, whether that be out in the community or in our own homes. I couldn’t agree more.

Anything you can do to show others, especially children, that we should treat all people with respect is helping to make progress.

There are many people taking the NoExcuse4Violence pledge to spread the word that violence against women is unacceptable, and I strongly encourage you to make that commitment too. If you are on social media use #NoExcuse4Violence to spread the word, this is something we must all address.

Residents can now save money by using the new local Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre (FRRRC) which is located at 20 Harold Road, off Ballarto Road, in Skye.

This centre is very user-friendly and offers a safe and clean environment to dispose of your hard waste, green waste and recyclables.

Most recyclables cost you nothing to take to the Centre including cardboard, TVs, computers, scrap metal, batteries and more.

If you have a trailer load with a mix of waste items, separate your load to make it easy to identify what proportion can be recycled and to save you money at the gate.

One recent customer took a boot load of hard rubbish to the Centre and was pleasantly surprised to be charged only $19. The most common prices for residents are: · Car boot load $19 · Car (station wagon) load $32 · Small ute $64 · Small 6x4 trailer level load $60 These fees are much cheaper than being fined for illegal dumping. Residents are fed-up with people dumping their rubbish. Leaving rubbish outside on the nature strip is considered illegal dumping.

You are being watched and people will report you to Council. Council takes a zero tolerance approach to illegal dumping and penalties apply.

A typical fine for illegal dumping on the nature strip is $2,000, but more serious offences will be prosecuted by Council and can result in fines of up to $9,000 being imposed in court, plus costs.

For a full list of what is and is not accepted at the Centre, visit: FRRRC.com.au

As a Councillor and resident I’m constantly inspired by my community and the selfless effort made by residents to make Frankston City a better place to live.

In this column however, I want to shift the spotlight onto another group of individuals whose hard work is changing the face of Frankston City for the better.

Who are these miraculous people I hear you ask?

Council’s One Stop Squad graffiti removal unit, that’s who.

In February 2014 Council established a four crew team to remove graffiti in Frankston City. Since then, this team has removed nearly 70,000 square metres of unsightly graffiti from local infrastructure and responded to 4,664 service requests from residents.

Thanks to this team, we are cleaning up this city’s graffiti — and residents are also noticing.

My fellow Councillors and I regularly receive positive feedback about how the cleansing undertaken has greatly enhanced the presentation of Frankston City, and made residents feel a heightened sense of pride for their city.

Comments have also been made about the team’s high standard of work, professionalism in the field and impressive response times.

On behalf of Frankston City Councillors and our community I want to say thank you to the One Stop Squad’s graffiti removal unit. The work you do is invaluable and means so much to the Frankston community. Keep up the fantastic work.

Bully Zero Late last year I attended a Bully Zero presentation at Carrum Downs Secondary College and was very impressed by the school’s determination to stamp out bullying.

As one of the Bully Zero ambassadors I will be attending more presentations this year to keep supporting this campaign. Bullying doesn’t just happen in schools, it can happen in the workplace, sports clubs, community groups or anywhere.

If you come across bullying, whether it is aimed at you or someone else, you can do something about it and Bully Zero can help — phone 1800 028 559 or visit bzaf.org.au Congratulations Well done to Reverend Angel Roldan and Pastor Ulli Rothstein de Roldan from Life Gate for their Colour of Hope Youth Art Exhibition, which was named Community Event of the Year on Australia Day. The event gives disadvantaged youth a chance to try the arts, receive professional coaching and then exhibit their work at the Frankston Arts Centre. It helps show just how much people are capable of achieving. It’s all possible because of Angel and Ulli and they deserve this honour.

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

North-East Ward

Pedestrian access in Langwarrin I would like to update residents on the Lang Bridge, or ‘Lang Link’ as it is often known, between Hard waste in our city Langwarrin Road and Mathew Court which is used by students and others as a thoroughfare to school and The recent kerbside hard waste collection in surrounds.

Frankston City picked up an unprecedented amount of hard waste. Nearly 6,000 tonnes of hard To ensure the bridge’s use and safety long into the waste was collected, an increase of 1,000 tonnes future, it will be replaced in late 2016 as part of on the 2014 collection. The staff at the Frankston Council’s bridge maintenance and replacement Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre (FRRRC) program. Council will provide more details later this were able to sort this hard waste to avoid recyclable year. material being sent to landfill.

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

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

Langwarrin >> Carrum Downs >> Sandhurst >> Skye

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Tjuringa – Enviro News

What’s the buzz?

Australian native bees

The dwarf galaxias is the animal most at risk of extinction in Frankston City.

Photo by Rhys Coleman from Melbourne Water

Profiling our native species Dwarf galaxias

The dwarf galaxias (Galaxiella pusilla) is a small freshwater fish (4–5 cm length) that lives in creeks and drainage channels throughout Frankston, Langwarrin, Carrum Downs and Skye.

Frankston City residents play an important role in preventing the further decline of the species by protecting our waterways from pollution and managing and improving creekside habitat and wetlands.

While the species is rarely seen — due to its small size and transparent colour — it is known to occur in large numbers within some parts of Boggy Creek, Tamarisk Creek and nearby wetlands. The populations of dwarf galaxias in the waterways of Frankston contribute significantly to the ongoing survival of the species.

The dwarf galaxias occurs only in southern Victoria and northern Tasmania where populations have declined significantly due to the modification of surface water drainage, increasing

stormwater pollution and the introduction of pest species such as the mosquitofish (Gambusia holbrooki).

The dwarf galaxias is listed as 'vulnerable to extinction' by the Australian Government.

To help preserve the dwarf galaxias: • Use biodegradable eco-safe cleaning products to help reduce pollution into our drains and waterways • Report to Council any areas within creeks, lakes or wetlands that have particularly poor water quality • Report any illegal dumping of rubbish or liquid waste into waterways to the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) phone 1300 372 842 • Do not release fish, frogs or plants into creeks or waterways Learn more about the species, visit: environment.gov.au/resource/ national-recovery-plan-dwarfgalaxias-galaxiella-pusilla

Australia is home to more than 1,500 unique species of bees, however commercial honey bees (Apis mellifera) are not native to Australia.

Local native bees live very differently to European bees. They do not store any honey in their nests but only collect tiny amounts of nectar to feed their young. They are small and solitary bees so do not have queens, workers and drones but instead raise their young in burrows in the ground or in tiny hollows in timber.

Native bees are very important as they pollinate wildflowers and play a vital role in our bushland, however their existence is threatened by land clearing which often destroys their food source and nest sites.

You can help by planting nectarrich flowers and providing new nest sites in your garden, such as a small bundle of bamboo canes or a block of hardwood drilled with holes.

While native bees can sting, most species are too small to deliver an effective sting and Australian native bees are not aggressive. However, it is possible to be allergic to the sting of a native bee so please treat them with respect.

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High feed-in tariffs were offered as an early incentive to encourage solar power when installation costs were beyond average householders.

With solar power system prices now at an all-time low, solar is now more affordable.

To make the most of your solar investment, it is essential to install the right size system to offset your daytime usage, and to change your habits to minimise your night time usage.

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Photo credit: Blue-banded bees photo by Erica Siegel

Energy tip for autumn Unplug the second fridge With the sun setting on another hot summer, it’s time to take stock of our electricity bills and prepare for winter.

The easiest action we can take is to unplug the second fridge.

The second fridge can cost around

$120 per year to run. Running it only in summer can reduce this cost to $30 a year.

To prevent mould — use some dowel or roll-up an old towel to keep the door ajar — unplug the fridge and enjoy the savings.

Remembering Joan

It's not too late for solar power at home There is a common misconception that installing solar power at home is not ‘worth it’ with new low feed-in tariffs. This is not the case.

In your garden or local bushland reserve you may see the eyecatching Blue-banded bees (Amegilla cingulata). Just over 1 cm in size they boast a shiny blue stripe. They can be seen hovering and darting over flowers, tomatoes and lavender bushes.

Council is hosting a workshop on native gardening for wildlife on Saturday 7 May for details visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/ environmental events

If you can produce all of your daytime electricity from your solar system, and reduce what you purchase from the grid at night, you can reduce your energy bill significantly.

Change your habits to ‘use it as you make it’ and start saving right away.

For more information, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au and search ‘solar’.

Council would like to acknowledge Joan Bosanko who died on 30 November 2015.

Joan was a tireless local volunteer who dedicated much of her time to the environment and her community.

Awarded Frankston City’s Citizen of the Year in 2007, Joan was a long serving member of the Kananook Creek Association and regular volunteer with the Frankston Indigenous Nursery in Seaford. She is fondly remembered by many in Council and the community.

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Greening our future events Meet other local residents at these informative, enjoyable events and do something positive for the environment as well as yourself.

We are marking Biodiversity Month in May with a range of activities to help you create amazing compost, gardens and habitat for wildlife.

All sessions are free-of-charge but bookings are essential.

Visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/ environmentalevents or leave a message at 9768 1628 to reserve your place.

Earth Hour

Saturday 19 March, 8.30–9.30pm Find an event near you or host your own at earthhour.org.au Join Council and millions worldwide to turn off lights to symbolise a more environmentally sustainable future.

Native gardening for wildlife

Saturday 7 May, 9.30–11.30am Frankston South Community and Recreation Centre 55 Towerhill Road, Frankston South Discover how you can transform your backyard into a beautiful wildlife haven.

Composting and worm farming master classes

Saturday 21 May Composting: 9.30–10.30am Worm farming: 11am–12pm Ebdale Community Hub and Learning Centre, 20 Ebdale Street, Frankston Learn how to be a super composter or worm farmer and drastically reduce your household waste.

Resourceful gardening

Friday 15 April, 1–2.30pm Frankston Library 60 Playne Street, Frankston Revitalise your garden with great tips for creating superb compost, soil and vegie gardens.

Biodiversity and the law

Tuesday 24 May, 7–8.30pm Frankston Football Club, Plowman Place, Frankston Learn about the different mechanisms protecting biodiversity in your neighbourhood.

Clean Up Australia Day Sunday 6 March 2016

Join local volunteers in the annual Clean Up Australia Day and help keep Frankston City clean and beautiful.

Just one piece of rubbish can make a difference and we can all do our bit for our favourite local area.

Volunteer at a local Clean Up site Visit cleanupaustraliaday.org.au/ join and follow the prompts (enter ‘Frankston City Council’ in the location field for a full list of local sites) or phone 1800 282 329 to volunteer for a local Clean Up site.

For further information visit: cleanupaustraliaday.org.au

Clean up at home If you’re cleaning up around your house, you can drop-off a number of recyclables for free including scrap metal, TVs, computers and cardboard at the: Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre 20 Harold Road, Skye (off Ballarto Road) Open seven days a week, 8am–4pm Frankston City residents are also eligible for a discount on hard waste.

For a full list of items accepted and charges, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/FRRRC

Frankston Indigenous Nursery Re-opening Saturday 9 April, 9am–1pm The start of the season means the best range of local, drought-tolerant plants are available — at affordable prices.

Indigenous plants are ‘native’ to the local area and have an excellent success rate as they thrive in local conditions.

Frankston Indigenous Nursery 7 McMannis Way (off McCulloch Avenue), Seaford The Nursery will also be open on Wednesdays, 9am–3pm, from 13 April until November, and the first Saturday morning of the month.

Details: 9768 1513

Some of the volunteers that help keep this Nursery well-stocked

The ultimate local recycling guide is available online Did you know you can donate used bikes and eye glasses to help people in developing countries?

You can also recycle your unwanted computer for free, cancel your phone book delivery and return out-of-date and unwanted medicines to any pharmacy in Australia.

The Frankston City Recycling and Safe Disposal Directory provides details on all these options and where you can recycle or dispose items that cannot be put into your kerbside bins.

The Directory also details what you can do with more ‘difficult’ items including asbestos, batteries,

chemicals, computers, medicines, needles, televisions and x-rays.

Recently updated and fully online, the Directory also lists local charities and online sites where you can donate, swap or give away items — which keeps waste out of landfill and could help raise much needed funds.

A number of recyclable items are also accepted free at the new Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre (FRRRC) in Skye.

Visit: frankston.vic.gov.au search for 'recycling directory'

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Build Your Business

$45m Private Hospital expansion

Frankston City to receive full NBN rollout Businesses and households across Frankston City will have access to high speed broadband, as part of the federal government’s National Broadband Network (NBN) rollout.

NBN has announced that construction will either have commenced or be completed in all parts of Frankston City over the next two years.

Following an extensive advocacy campaign by Council, the Australian Government has committed to prioritising the roll out of high speed broadband in the Carrum Downs/Seaford industrial precinct and Frankston city centre.

“Frankston City is fortunate in that the whole municipality is now on the rollout map, compared to other areas that aren’t yet scheduled.

This will further enhance our city’s appeal for investors, developers and business,” said the Mayor, Cr James Dooley.

“Frankston has been recognised

by Plan Melbourne as one of Victoria’s significant Metropolitan Activity Centres. The NBN rollout will further enhance the City’s

reputation as a regional hub for health, education, advanced manufacturing and retail.”

Suburbs across Frankston City will receive a staged NBN rollout, which has already begun with parts of Frankston, Frankston South, Langwarrin and Karingal already completed.

Following the NBN rollout, businesses and households will eventually need to switch over to the broadband network if they want to keep their home phone and internet service, as the previous copper service will be discontinued.

Connection is not automatic, so residents and businesses are encouraged to contact their preferred telephone or internet provider, to find out how they can get connected.

Residents and businesses can also find out whether they are already eligible to connect to the national broadband network, check website to see details of your location, visit: nbn.com.au

Healthscope has signalled a new era of healthcare in Frankston City with the acquisition and development of Frankston Private Hospital.

Construction has started on the $45m extension to the existing facility to include an additional 60 beds and five operating theatres, which will double the hospital’s current size.

This development enables Frankston Private to offer more specialised cancer services and accommodate new services such as orthopaedics, gynaecology, ENT, urology and general surgery.

This development further cements Frankston City’s position as a premier investment centre for health services, with one in every four jobs offered in 2016 expected to be in the health sector.

Local small business coaching Whether you are starting a new business or trying to grow your existing business, a business coach can help guide you.

Council’s Small Business Coaching Program will help link businesses with experts across a variety of disciplines.

Frankston City businesses will be eligible for one subsidised 45-minute business coaching session.

To book visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/Business

FMP Business Breakfast

Steven Bradbury OAM Four-time Olympic speed skater and entrepreneur Thursday 17 March, 7am Frankston Arts Centre Bookings: fmpbrekky.com.au

Frankston City to give entrepreneurs a boost Council’s Economic Development Strategy 2016–2022 will see Frankston City invest in a range of initiatives to support local startup businesses and help develop a knowledge-based economy.

The new Economic Development Strategy was adopted by Council on the same day that the Australian Government announced its National Innovation and Science Agenda.

“The timing of this announcement reinforces that Frankston is in-step with the national agenda, which shares our city’s commitment to embracing innovation,” said the Mayor, Cr James Dooley.

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Some of the Strategy's highlights are: • A major annual start-up event featuring keynote speakers, latest technologies and training for start-up businesses • Establishing a local Entrepreneurs Network • Boosting Council’s Small Business Grants Program to support more start-ups • Advocating to introduce a dedicated co-working business incubator • Partnering with education institutions to promote entrepreneurship at all levels

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The Strategy addresses a number of other issues including the need to diversify the range of tertiary education opportunities and ensure they meet the needs of local industry.

The Strategy also promotes effective regional advocacy for south-east Melbourne, strategic land use planning, gearing Council processes

towards job creation and investment, addressing declining greenfield employment land supply (less than 5 per cent across the municipality) and transitioning towards a knowledge-based local economy.

The Economic Development Strategy also focuses on maximising opportunities associated with the Frankston Station Precinct redevelopment and creating favourable investment conditions to rejuvenate local employment precincts.

Details: frankston.vic.gov.au/ EconomicStrategies

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Export revival for 2016 small business grants Council’s Small Business Grants Program is one of the city’s most significant initiatives to attract and grow small business.

Now in its fourth year, the program has had enormous success: • $240,000 in grants have been awarded to 20 businesses (average five per year) • Before the 2016 round, approximately 177 jobs have been created by 15 grant recipients and their supply chains • Grant recipients are generating approximately $44 million of gross revenue within the Frankston City economy • The program has helped increase Frankston City’s Gross Regional Product by 0.5 per cent The 2016 small business grants program received the largest and strongest field of applicants yet, with more than 80 businesses attending information sessions and 26 eligible applications. With the falling Australian dollar, and improved export conditions, there were a record number of applications in the Emerging Exporter category, resulting in three grants being awarded under this category.

Congratulations to the successful grant recipients for 2016:

Barton Engineering

Emerging Exporter category This is a family owned and operated engineering business that is transitioning away from automotive component manufacturing to produce fly fishing reels and products.

The new venture will look to export products around the globe with early signs showing strong demand.

The business will use the grant to purchase key pieces of equipment that will automate the production process, improve efficiency and expand the business. The company is ready to take on new staff as part of Vertical Matters Managing Director this grant.

Lisa’s Lacies

Emerging Exporter category This Seaford based business is Australia’s only specialist retailer and manufacturer of lingerie and accessories marketed to curvy women to size 40+, C cup and above.

Successfully operating for more than 20 years, Lisa’s Lacies aims to employ more people as it expands its overseas presence.

The business will use the grant to help expand their business in the US market, through marketing activities, sales meetings and product samples.

ABM Combustion

Green Business category This Carrum Downs based business designs, manufactures, installs and commissions waste gas handling and gas compression equipment.

The equipment focuses on emissions monitoring, harmful gas destruction ability and regular waste gas flow. One of their custom designed products converts methane into carbon dioxide, reducing environmental impact by 21 times. ABM Combustion will use the grant to develop a product offering a complete turnkey biogas system for the red meat processing industry.

ABM Combustion's Commercial Manager Samantha Lamond with Council officers Jonathan Reichwald and Hissan Kazi

the grant to help move into the US market and to develop a mobile web application that integrates with Xero, enabling them to capture market share amongst small and medium enterprises.

Marcus Van Enk and Marketing Manager Luke Simmons

Southside Social

Start-up category This new business aims to fill a gap in the hospitality market offering a point-of-difference to the burger and beverage concept by sourcing local produce, wine and beer. The business location at 433 Nepean Highway, Frankston, leverages the recent opening of South East Water in Frankston’s city centre. The business’ directors have operated similar venues around Melbourne.

Southside Social’s fit-out is truly unique, with fine graffiti art and the grant helped build a deck area at the front of the restaurant, with bi-fold window, landscaping and signage.

Council’s popular Build your Business Workshop program for the coming year is now open to all local businesses.

Workshops are either free-ofcharge or reasonably priced between $20–$40 each. All workshops are held at Council’s Civic Centre, enter via Young Street, Frankston.

To secure your place, book and pay online by visiting: businessfrankston.com.au (click on events) or phone 9784 1875

Commercialising your new idea — turning your idea into a business

Presented by Small Business Victoria Tuesday 12 April, 6–9pm and Tuesday 19 April, 6–8.30pm This workshop helps participants to plan and develop a strategy to turn their idea into a profitable business.

Topics include: protecting intellectual property, entering the market and a realistic financial needs assessment.

Marketing 101 — the basics of branding

Lisa's Lacies Jenny Hollingsworth and owner Lisa Medhurst

Vertical Matters

Emerging Exporter category This technology and consulting company has developed a revolutionary application that helps move business from paper to ‘glass’.

The company helps businesses in the industrial sector to capture data in the field and run projects using cloud technology. Their flagship product is called ‘Mobile Quality Management System’, which is used by companies in the civil, construction, facilities maintenance, trades and traffic management industries.

The Frankston based business will use

2016 Business workshops

Southside Social Directors John Jovan, Skye Graham, Assad Mansour and John's wife Cassandra Jovan

If you would like to find out details about the Small Business Grants Program 2016–2017, please email business@frankston.vic.gov.au or phone 1300 322 322

Presented by Jim Schaefer of The Schaefer Group Thursday 21 April, 6–8pm This workshop includes practical marketing applications that work for small business.

Business planning and strategy

Presented by Stuart Lindsay of Pitcher Partners Thursday 28 April, 6–8pm This workshop will take a close look at the basic elements that make up a good business plan, and provide practical tips on how to make your business plan work for you.

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Sport and Leisure

Cricket net upgrade program Over the past year, Council has been upgrading cricket nets around Frankston City to help support local participation in this sport.

New cricket nets have now been installed at the following Reserves: • Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve • Eric Bell Reserve, Frankston North • Baxter Park, Frankston South • Skye Recreation Reserve New cricket nets are also coming to Overport Park in Frankston South, with construction due to commence in April.

New sportsground lights at McClelland Reserve McClelland Reserve in Frankston has new sports ground lights which will help strengthen participation in soccer.

Peninsula Strikers Football Club (soccer) hosted an official opening ceremony to celebrate the lights.

For more information about the Club which offers junior, women’s and men’s soccer, phone 0403 337 988 or visit: peninsulastrikers.com

New playground now open at Jubilee Park A new adventure play space to suit all ages is now open at Jubilee Park Dreamtime stories from the local Indigenous Community have helped inspire some of the unique design elements.

Council invested $380,000

Langwarrin BMX track Try out the new 'pump' track designed for BMX riders at Lloyd Park Reserve, Langwarrin, behind the Langwarrin Men’s Shed. Pictured: Tyler

Local skaters qualify for Nationals

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Frankston City Council, Nike SB, Tensor Trucks, Almost Skateboards, Wreck Wheels, Bro Style, Goliath Distribution, Fast Times, Freeza Fresh Entertainment and Frankston Youth Services Hosted by YMCA Action Sports, Frankston Skate Park is supervised Monday to Friday 3–6pm and weekends 12–6pm.

Frankston Skate Park 16N Cranbourne Road, Frankston skatepark.ymca.org.au or 9769 6579

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Twilight golf special Play unlimited golf after 2pm for only $16 seven days a week at Centenary Park Golf Course, Centenary Park Drive, off McClelland Drive, Frankston.

This special is available until daylight saving time ends on Sunday 3 April 2016.

Bookings are advised, phone: 9789 1480

Open Skateboard winners Mitch Robertom (2nd), Sam Atkins (1st) and Paddy Roberts (3rd)

Frankston Skate Park attracts more than 50,000 visitors each year, and hosts regular lessons, parties, groups and competitions including the recent Victorian National Qualifier event.

The top five skaters from each division qualified for the National Final to be held in March 2016 at Melbourne’s Moomba Festival.

Thanks to local partners and sponsors of the recent Victorian event including: YMCA Victoria,

improving this play space which includes picnic tables, shelter, new trees and gardens — all centrally located between the two sports ovals.

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Bruce Park car park upgrade Council is building additional car parks at Bruce Park in Frankston to improve access to this popular sporting reserve which hosts tennis, cricket, football, dancing and other community groups using the Hall.

This project will increase the total number of car parks available with the roadway and car park works extending from the Margate Avenue entrance along the length of the

western side the oval, parallel to Bondi Avenue.

Park safety will also be improved with speed humps and a new footpath.

Drainage enhancements are also part of the project including new kerbs and gutter.

During the works on-site parking will be limited, and visitors may need to park in nearby streets. Works are due to be completed this April.

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