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Slice of life at Council Lads’ Lounge goes it alone on basketball Continued from Page 1 “Regrettably Frankston City mayor Colin Hampton and council CEO Dennis Hovenden did not elect to attend the meeting which we hope is not symbolic of their unwillingness to work towards this much-needed community project being delivered that will benefit literally thousands of players, coaches, referees and volunteers who call Frankston Basketball home,” Mr Jolly said. Cr Hampton said council will notify the federal government of its plans to divert funding away from the Frankston Basketball Stadium. “A report will be presented to councillors for consideration and decision on options for the development of additional basketball facilities for Frankston City at the May Ordinary Meeting.” Mr Crewther says council can “rescope” the project for federal approval. It is understood council is considering upgrading basketball facilities at the Jubilee Park Netball Stadium. Basketball Victoria has previously indicated it does not support building extra basketball courts elsewhere and favours the upgrade to the existing Frankston Basketball Stadium. Council and the FDBA have been at odds over rent reviews, scope of future upgrade works, car parking arrangements at the stadium and council insisting on “line by line” FDBA accounts in addition to audited accounts provided.
A MONTHLY men’s forum will be held at the Frankston North Community Centre after an encouraging trial run last year. “The idea is to encourage local fellas to come along to share some food in the evening, swap yarns, some of which may actually be true, and be entertained by a visiting speaker,” co-organiser Bill Graham said. Recent meetings have featured the lads rolling out dough to make pizzas cooked in the centre’s new wood-fired oven to their own tastes. The next Lad’s Lounge will be held on Wednesday 4 April, 6pm at the Frankston North Community Centre, 26 Mahogany Avenue. Future meetings will take place on the first Wednesday of the month. Guest speaker at the 4 April event is Maori community leader Jeremy Nikora. Call Frankston Council engagement officer Jesse Sibly on 9768 1355 for more information.
Craftsman’s pride: Frankston Council’s Jesse Sibly with the pizza maker’s tools of trade. Picture: Supplied
Youth mayor reign begins THERE is a new mayor in town — a youth mayor. Frankston Council anointed its first Youth Mayor at this month’s public council meeting. Former Frankston High School student Gerard Felipe, 18, currently studying at university, donned the youth mayoral robes for a 12-month stint on 13 March. At the meeting he said he is focused on working to improve youth engagement and advocating for access to support against bullying. “This opportunity will allow me to speak up for youth who may not be willing to and stand side-by-side with those youth who can,” he said. “I admit I don’t have all the answers but I am willing to listen to other people’s ideas and perspectives, even when they contradict my own, for the greater good of the community.” Frankston mayor Cr Colin Hampton said the youth mayor program aims “to enable young people to develop exposure to the community and local government processes”. The program encourages 18-21 year olds “to take an active role within our community”, the mayor said. The inaugural youth mayor said he believed in following the example of Mahatma Gandhi who said: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” “I strongly believe the youth in the community are not just the leaders of tomorrow but we are also the leaders of today,” Mr Felipe said. Neil Walker
FRANKSTON HIGH SCHOOL
2019 Enrolment Information and School Tours A learning culture that money cannot buy
10am – 4pm Frankston High School has an outstanding reputation as a high performing school, particularly in the areas of academic achievement, music and sport. Prospective parents are encouraged to attend an information session and tour of the school on the following dates:
• Monday 23 April • Tuesday 24 April • Thursday 26 April • Wednesday 2 May • Friday 4 May
All tours to start at 9.15am For parents unable to attend through the day, an information evening will be held on Wednesday 2 May at 7.00pm As places are limited, bookings are required for all tours. Please book via our website at www.fhs.vic.edu.au From Monday 19 March 2018
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