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Until 30 November, Frankston Visitor Information Centre, 7N Pier Promenade, Frankston Waterfront Early bird 10 per cent discount offer ends this week for the ‘Friends, Foes and Super Heroes’ exhibition which opens 26 December. Details: 1300 322 842 or visitfrankston.com
Dogs on Beaches Summer Restrictions Works Close Bridge Tuesday 25 November to Friday 28 November
Landmark Bridge over Kananook Creek will be closed at the north end while repair works are underway along the ramp. The bridge stairs are also currently closed as part of the Yacht Club building redevelopment. Duration of works is weather dependent. Access the north side of the creek via the Davey Street bridge.
Second Rate Payment Due Sunday 30 November
Dogs are not permitted on Frankston or Seaford beaches between 9.30am and 7.30pm during December, January, February and March. Dogs are permitted at other times – provided they are under effective control of a chain, cord or lead. There are no free-roam beach areas in Frankston City.
Welcoming Residents
Monday 1 December, 10–11am, Frankston Visitor Information Centre, 7N Pier Promenade, Frankston Waterfront
Enjoy morning tea, meet other residents Council has a new ‘instalment only’ DQG ÂżQG RXW DERXW ORFDO VHUYLFHV DQG timetable to pay rates and charges. A lump activities. RSVP: 1300 322 842 or sum payment on 15 February is no longer tourism@frankston.vic.gov.au an option. Payment details: 1300 322 322 or frankston.vic.gov.au Council Meeting
Nursery Closed
Council’s Indigenous Nursery in Seaford is now closed for summer and will open from Saturday 11 April 2015.
Monday 1 December, 7pm, Council Chambers, Civic Centre, enter via Young Street, Frankston Agenda: frankston.vic.gov.au
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Frankston to Seaford Ramble for Seniors
Langwarrin Fire Brigade Car Boot Sale
Wednesday 3 December, 9.30am– 12.30pm, meet at the Frankston Visitor Information Centre, 7N Pier Promenade, Frankston Waterfront
Sunday 30 November, 10am–2pm, 184 Centre Road, Langwarrin
Join Council Rangers for an easy 5.5km guided walk along the Kananook Creek trail to the Seaford Community Centre. Enjoy morning tea before walking back or take the return bus. Please wear a hat, sunscreen and walking shoes and bring plenty of water. Cost: $4 includes morning tea and bus. Bookings: 9784 1046
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Peninsula Toy Run
Saturday 6 December, 7.30–10am, Pier Car Park, Frankston Waterfront Enjoy the spectacle as up to 500 motorcycles gather at Frankston Waterfront before they depart for Rosebud to brighten Christmas for less fortunate families in Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula. Donations of unwrapped new toys or canned food are welcome, with proceeds going to Food for All. Contact: peninsulatoyrun@hotmail.com
Shopping with a Conscience Workshop
Saturday 6 December, 9.30am– 12.30pm, Karingal PLACE Neighbourhood Centre, 103 Ashleigh Avenue, Frankston Find out how your shopping choices matter. There are many ethical and environmentally friendly options once you know where to look. A local supermarket shopping tour included. FREE. Bookings: frankston.vic.gov.au and search Environmental Events or 9768 1628
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Carols in the Park
Sunday 7 December, 6.30pm, Ballam Park, Cranbourne Road, Frankston
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All welcome to join in this free Christmas event presented by the Frankston City Band and Frankston Ladies Choir. BYO chair and picnic. Details: 0498 210 824 or ÀF VHFUHWDU\#RSWXVQHW FRP DX
Hot food and refreshments plus many stalls with new and pre-loved items.
Wednesday 3 December, 10am– 4pm, Seaford Community Centre Car Park, corner Broughton and Station Streets, Seaford Free business mentoring, information and advice. Details: 13 22 15 or business.vic.gov.au/ssb
Langwarrin Township Committee
New members wanted to represent community diversity including business, school and residents, to help build community connections and identify local needs. Details: Rae Higman, phone 9789 7614
Host a Japanese Student Southern Cross Cultural Exchange is looking for host families for leadership H[FKDQJH VWXGHQWV 7KUHH ÂżYH DQG month options from late January 2015. Details: scce.com.au or 1800 500 501
Help Prepare for School
The Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters (HIPPY) supports parents/carers to prepare their FKLOG IRU D FRQ¿GHQW VWDUW WR VFKRRO $ FREE two-year program funded by the Australian Government. Now open for enquiries from families to start early 2015. Eligible families: ‡ Live in Frankston North, Seaford East (Belvedere), Karingal or Frankston ‡ Have a child aged 4 by 30 April 2015 Details: lmackinnon@bsl.org.au or 9786 0724
FREE Outdoor Cinema: The Muppet Christmas Carol Thursday 11 December, 7.30pm for 8.30pm start, until 10.30pm, White Street Mall, off Wells Street, Frankston
Refreshments available to purchase, BYO rug. RSVP by 5 December, 9784 1886 or kristen.ettridge@frankston.vic.gov.au Like ‘Frankston City Council’ Have Your Say
Road Management Draft Plan 2014
Submissions close Friday 28 November. Hard copies are available at all Customer Services centres. Visit ‘have your say’ on Council’s website: frankston.vic.gov.au
Strategic Framework for Young People til 2017
Submissions close Wednesday 3 December. Visit ‘have your say’ on Council’s website: frankston.vic.gov.au Phone: 1300 322 322 PAGE 4
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Positive Ageing Together Holly Jolly Trivia Challenge Friday 28 November, 12pm for 12.15pm start until 2.30pm, Seaford Community Centre, Station Street, Seaford Seniors are invited to celebrate the Christmas season with a funÂżOOHG WULYLD DIWHUQRRQ 'UHVV LQ the Christmas theme and enjoy a Christmas afternoon tea, all for a gold coin donation. Bookings: 9784 1046 Like ‘Frankston City Council’