Frankston City News September – October 2017 frankston.vic.gov.au
Brightening our streets and laneways More street art coming to Frankston’s city centre Vibrant street art is set to enhance high-profile sites in Frankston’s city centre – transforming drab walls into stunning masterpieces. Council has a long-term commitment to improve the city centre and investing in more public art builds on the popularity of existing cultural assets including public sculptures and murals at Frankston Library. The community wants the heart of Frankston’s city centre to be more
appealing, and high-quality street art is effective at engaging everyone. The Street Art Framework has been allocated $165,000 over three years to help bring the city to life. This joint initiative of Council and the Victorian Government is part of the $63 million Frankston Station Precinct Redevelopment. A curator will be appointed in October 2017 to attract national and international artists to this project,
with on-site works starting this summer. The first stage will be to commission works for a number of highly visible sites. The final designs will be inspired by the artists’ response to the location. The selection of artworks will be made by members of the Frankston Arts Centre Board, in line with guidelines agreed by Council and the state government-led Frankston Revitalisation Board.
A Street Art Festival is also planned for the 2018–2019 summer, which will feature street art works, installations, demonstrations, tours of Frankston’s laneways and more. This includes plans for a ‘legal street art wall’, the style of which have been effective in beautifying dull spaces in Melbourne’s CBD. For more information about the Frankston Street Art Framework, visit frankston.vic.gov.au/publicart
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Seaford >> Frankston >> Langwarrin >> Karingal >> Skye >> Frankston South >> Frankston North >> Carrum Downs >> Langwarrin South >> Sandhurst
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In this issue Your Council 2 Frankston's Future 3 Sustainable City 4–5 Our Community 6–7 Liveable City 8 Enjoy Every Moment 9 Seniors Festival 10 Pets' Day Out 11 Frankston Arts and Culture 12 Neighbourhood News 13–15 Your Council 16 Community Safety 17 Build Your Business 18 Census Snapshot 19 Sport and Leisure 20
Contact details
Customer Service Phone: 1300 322 322 Email: info@frankston.vic.gov.au Interpreter: 131 450 frankston.vic.gov.au Civic Centre 30 Davey Street, Frankston Monday to Friday, 8.30am–5pm Seaford Customer Service Centre Seaford Community Centre, corner of Station Street and Broughton Street, Seaford Langwarrin Customer Service Centre Shop 6, The Gateway Cranbourne-Frankston Road, Langwarrin Carrum Downs Library and Customer Service Centre 203 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs Visitor Information Centre 7N Pier Promenade, Frankston Waterfront Open 7 days, 9am–5pm Phone: 1300 322 842 visitfrankston.com Hoon Driving 1800 333 000 (Crime Stoppers) Graffiti Removal 1800 66 8247 (1800 NO TAGS) Printed on stock sourced from sustainably farmed forests.
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Supporting our community through the Frankston Charitable Fund One of the privileges of being Mayor is the opportunity to meet many of the people in our community who voluntarily give their time to help others. The recent Census results show volunteering rates in our community increased to 15.4 per cent in 2016 compared to 13 per cent in 2011. Thank you to the volunteer members of the Frankston Charitable Fund Committee of Management: Tony Wells (Chair), Karin Hann and Michelle Graham. They have helped review and recommend this year’s funding recipients. The Frankston Charitable Fund was established as a charitable fund account of the Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation in 2009. The interest and dividends fund an annual grants program to charities working locally. Many residents have contributed to this fund and your contributions will continue to support local charities into the future. Recently, I had the pleasure of presenting this year’s grants. A total of $33,918 has been gifted to eight groups making a huge difference in the community. This year’s recipients are:
• Avocare $12,669 to provide nutritious fresh meals for emergency food relief. • Micare Ltd (New Hope Foundation) $1,500 for a social support activity.
Last column as Mayor This is my last Mayoral column, as Councillors will decide the new Mayor on 9 November 2017. Thank you to everyone who has been constructive and supportive during this Mayoral term. We have a lot to be grateful for in Frankston City including hard working Council officers. I look forward to continuing to play a role in the prosperity of our community in my role as Councillor. Cr Brian Cunial Mayor
Thank you to residents for supporting two of Council's major infrastructure improvements of recent years, namely the Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre (PARC) and the Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre (FRRRC). PARC is celebrating its third anniversary and a growing number of residents continue to join in the range of community events alongside swimming lessons, school holiday activities and various health and wellbeing programs. The Centre attracted 850,000 visits during the past year, a growth of almost 30 per cent. For the third year in a row, PARC also recently won two Aquatics and Recreation Victoria Awards.
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Likewise visitor numbers continue to grow as word spreads about the great value and excellent customer service at FRRRC. This new recycling centre is open seven days a week in Skye. When tradies and residents arrive at the front gate, they are pleasantly surprised to learn it's much better value than they expected. FRRRC's intake increased 50 per cent in the past year. When customers try FRRRC once, they turn into regular customers. Spring is a great time to clean up and new customers in late September will enjoy a small giveaway to help reduce waste, see details on page 4. Despite the recent disruptions in the city centre, people can see how the improvements are coming together. Combined with the current murals, sculptures and more new street art to
Faces of Frankston campaign gains traction During July and August, word of the Faces of Frankston campaign spread across social media and all the way down the Frankston line, with events on-board and at the train station
The Victorian Government has started work to remove the level crossing at Skye/Overton Road. Some trees have been cleared as part of the project, however, all trees will be replaced as part of the final works. Mulch from the tree clearance has been donated to Kananook Primary School and Neapean School who are using it in their school grounds.
come, we are working to create a city centre that has a point of difference about which we can feel proud. Coming soon is the eagerly anticipated hard waste collection. This is another opportunity for our community to work with Council to ensure this service runs smoothly and does not turn our beautiful city into a dumping ground. Thank you for your cooperation last year which made this service a success we look forward to repeating. Dennis Hovenden Chief Executive Officer
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complementing a giant billboard at Mentone Station. Community members embraced the chance to share their own Faces of Frankston selfies.
Skye/Overton Road level crossing removal
Trees and landscaping
Creating the lifestyle capital
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• The Sharehouse Community Group Inc. $720 to develop and implement a therapeutic art and craft program. • Kindred Clubhouse Inc. $3,120 for their work for people with a mental illness. • Ardoch Youth Foundation Limited $2,500 to improve educational outcomes for young people. • Operation Larder Incorporated $10,000 to provide food and goods for disadvantaged people locally. • Girl Guides Association of Victoria $1,340 to help girls attend leadership activities. • Life-Gate Inc. $2,069 for their multi-purpose meeting room.
Car parking
Young Street works near completion As part of the Frankston Station Precinct Redevelopment, VicRoads has advised that the Young Street Improvement Project is scheduled for completion in October 2017. Footpaths remain open to pedestrians so we can continue to support local businesses.
Details: vicroads.vic.gov.au (search for Young Street Improvement project) youngstreet@roads.vic.gov.au 1800 859 520 58 Young Street, Frankston Monday to Friday, 10am–3pm
After extensive feedback from local traders, the Level Crossing Removal Authority (LXRA) plans to install a temporary car park to replace onstreet angle parking along Wells Road and Dandenong Road West. Details are still being finalised.
Transport impact
Rail line closures will be minimised as much as possible. Plan ahead for your journey and sign-up for email updates at levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/ subscribe Information is also available online at levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/crossings/ overton-road-frankston or phone 1800 762 667.
Seaford, Carrum and Kananook works LXRA is working with the two shortlisted bidders for the removal of the level crossings in Carrum and Seaford, associated open space works and the relocation of the train stabling to Kananook.
The campaign features a diverse about Frankston, while also attracting collection of local portraits to help people to support local business. celebrate the people who live, work Find out more at frankstonfaces.com and study in Frankston City. The aim is to help change the conversation
Construction will start in Carrum in early 2018 on the Station Street bridge across the Patterson River. Works to remove the Seaford Road level crossing are also due to begin early to mid 2018.
Relief grant fund for city centre traders Council is extending its support for business operators in Frankston’s city centre by offering a one-off emergency relief grant of up to $750, for traders affected by the Young Street works. Businesses can apply for the grant between 18 September and 1 November 2017, with a total funding pool of $50,000 available.
Relief grants will be assessed in the order applications are received. Applicants must provide satisfactory evidence to demonstrate they meet all eligibility criteria. Details: visit frankston.vic.gov.au/reliefgrants
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Sustainable City
Sustainable City #frankstoncity
Green Wedge management process underway
Local environmental events
Have your say on the Issues Paper The local ‘Green Wedge’ occupies 34 per cent of the land area in Frankston City including parts of Carrum Downs, Frankston North, Skye, Langwarrin, Langwarrin South and Frankston South. The Frankston Green Wedge includes areas of open space that support a mix of agriculture, horticulture, nature reserves, cultural heritage sites, hobby farms, sporting facilities and protected water catchments. Council takes very seriously the opportunity for the community to provide feedback on the future of this valuable asset. Come along to the information session to find out more. There are many aspects to consider with the Green Wedge, including biodiversity, Indigenous heritage,
economic benefits and any resources that may be exhausted (such as mining) that could be transferred to something new. Have your say on the Green Wedge Management Plan Issues Paper which is the first step towards producing a full Green Wedge Management Plan. The issues outlined in the document aim to identify the limitations and opportunities to help ensure the long-term sustainability of the Green Wedge. Copies of the Issues Paper are available at Council Customer Service Centres or online, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/ greenwedgemanagementplan Written feedback on the Issues Paper is due by Friday 29 September 2017.
Master classes in composting and worm farming Friday 20 October 9.30–10.45am (Composting) 11am–12.15pm (Worm farming) Karingal PLACE Neighbourhood Centre, 103 Ashleigh Avenue, Frankston Learn how to create super compost or worm juice, reduce your household waste and reap the rewards in your garden.
Frankston Green Wedge Management Plan – information session
EnviroNews eNewsletter
Stay up to date with local environmental news and events
Paratea Flora and Fauna Reserve
Register for Council’s EnviroNews email update sent every two months. EnviroNews includes information on Greening Our Future events and tips to help you reduce your environmental impact and save money. To sign up and to view past editions visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/enews
Rosedale Grove, Frankston South
species such as the Donkey Orchid (pictured). Among the significant plants in this 7.7 hectare reserve is the white sallee, Eucalyptus pauciflora, narrow-leaf peppermint and wattles. A middle layer of sweet bursaria, native cherry, prickly Moses and hedge wattle provide safety for nesting birds such as robins, thornbills, honeyeaters and fantails.
The ground flora contains many colourful lilies and peas, trigger plants and pink-bells. Native kangaroo grass, wallaby grass and sedges provide a green background to the splashes of wildflower colour and a perfect habitat for wildlife. Dogs and cats are not allowed in Paratea Reserve. Details: frankston.vic.gov.au
Reducing clothing waste
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Clean up with a KeepCup With KeepCups up for grabs during September, there’s never been a better time to score a bonus with a spring clean at FRRRC. Hurry stocks are limited. Details at FRRRC.com.au *Weekdays and new paying customers only. Offer valid 11–29 September 2017.
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Sunday 12 November 10am–12.30pm Frankston South Community and Recreation Centre, 55 Towerhill Road, Frankston South Learn how to nurture trees on your property: planting, mulching, watering, pruning, protecting and more.
All sessions are free but bookings are essential. Book early to reserve your place for these popular events, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/ environmentalevents or leave a phone message on 9768 1628.
Frankston Football Club Plowman Place, Frankston Thursday 14 September, 6pm RSVP: 9784 1733 or greenwedge@frankston.vic.gov.au
With spring approaching, a visit to the Paratea Flora and Fauna Reserve is a must for nature lovers. Its richly diverse flora is a haven for birdlife and abounds with nocturnal activity including possums, gliders and micro bats. Renowned as an excellent example of indigenous Grassy Woodland, spring sees a multitude of wildflowers burst forth, including a number of orchid
Caring for trees
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20 Harold Road, Skye Open 7 days 8am-4pm FRRRC.com.au Phone 1300 322 322
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The War On Waste TV series recently drew attention to the impacts of fast fashion and large amounts of clothing being sent to landfills. A recent audit revealed that seven per cent of a typical household garbage bin in Frankston City is made up of clothing, textiles and rags. This is an increase on the previous year. Clothing cannot be recycled in the household recycling bin (yellow lid). Here’s what you can do to reduce clothing and textile waste: • When shopping, consider quality and whether you will still want to wear the item in years to come • Shop at one of the many great op shops that Frankston City has to offer • Repair torn or worn clothing to extend its life or use it to make something else • Donate unwanted clothing, shoes
Your green waste becomes compost The garden waste you put in your household green waste bin is transported to organics processing facilities and transformed into compost used by Victorian farmers. This helps keep organic waste out of landfill and assists farmers to create healthy soil and reduce water use. This is why we ask you not to put garden waste in plastic bags or contaminate the green waste bin with anything other than grass clippings, leaves, weeds, flowers, garden prunings, shrubs, small branches and twigs. If you’re not sure what can go in your green waste bin, the full list is on Council’s website: frankston.vic.gov.au/bininformation See the green waste recycling process in action in short films featuring some farmers’ stories, produced as part of the Victorian Government's Back to Earth initiative, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/backtoearth
Frankston City’s green waste process
Garden waste collected through Council’s household bin collection service is: 1. Collected by Solo Resource Recovery 2. Sorted, screened and shredded by a Cleanaway facility 3. Blended to produce REVIVE Recycled Compost* by Gippsland Water’s Soil and Organic Recycling Facility (SORF) 4. Distributed (mainly to dairy farmers) by Gibsons Groundspread, an agricultural services company *Meets strict requirements set by AS4454, the Australian Standard for Composts, Mulches and Soil Conditioners.
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and pet beds that are in good condition, for someone else to enjoy • For clothing that is no longer wearable –– cut it up to use as cleaning rags or garden ties –– donate to clothing recycling sites such as the yellow bins outside Frankston High School, train stations and shopping centres To view the War On Waste series, including episode three about fast fashion, visit: iview.abc.net.au For more tips on reducing household waste, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au or contact Council on 1300 322 322.
Your free native plant Bring this voucher into the Frankston Indigenous Nursery to collect your FREE indigenous plant*. Offer available: Saturday 7 October 2017 9am–1pm and Wednesdays 4 and 11 October 2017 9am–3pm Frankston Indigenous Nursery 7 McMannis Way, Seaford
(Next door to the SES Unit, off McCulloch Avenue) Phone: 9768 1513
*One plant per household.
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Giving back to the community
Local community events Frankston Relay for Life
Saturday 23 to Sunday 24 September Ballam Park Athletics Track relayforlife.org.au or 1300 656 585
The Voice of Frankston 2017 Applications close Friday 27 September themusicindustry.com.au
Victorian Wheelchair Rugby Classic
Friday 6 to Saturday 7 October, 10am–6pm Frankston Basketball Stadium
Bicycle Network Around the Bay
Sunday 7 October Frankston Waterfront is a ‘super rest stop’ for cyclists on the day.
Community Kinders Plus Family Fun Day
Sunday 29 October, 11am–2pm Overport Park, Overport Road and Somerset Road, Frankston South A free family-fun day out. Details: ckp.org.au
Frankston North 3200 Council’s Community Grants program will help support 84 local community groups and clubs during The Frankston North Community Centre is celebrating the diversity of the 2017–2018 financial year. people living in the 3200 postcode.
One Day to Conquer Cancer Sunday 29 October Bicycle ride turnaround point in Frankston.
The project aims to gather stories from the past and recollections from the present including hopes for the community’s future.
2017 Spring Art Show
Melbourne Cup weekend Saturday 4 to Tuesday 7 November, 10am–5pm Peninsula Arts Society 159 Overport Road, Frankston South Free entry
Coast Guard Blessing of the Fleet
To join in:
Pictured with local students at the announcement of the Mobile Youth Hangout bus project are: Frankston City Mayor Cr Brian Cunial, Cr Glenn Aitken, Chris Crewther MP and Deputy Mayor Cr Steve Toms
Australian Government supports two local projects
Frankston Writers Block
Two community services are being upgraded thanks to a joint funding partnership between Council and the Australian Government.
Pines Community Garden
A new shed featuring an outdoor kitchen, potting area and accessible amenities will help enhance facilities for community gardeners. This project is expected to be completed by November 2017.
local events, schools and other community activities. This is an important service to help take Council’s youth programs wherever they’re needed. On board the bus will be free Wi-Fi, activities and youth worker support. The service should be operational by October 2017. “On behalf of the local community I’d like to thank local MP Chris Crewther for the Australian Government’s investment towards these programs that helps Council support a healthy and resilient community,” said the Mayor Cr Brian Cunial.
Remembrance Day services
Mobile youth hangout
Sunday 5 November, 11am
Residents welcome
Frankston Memorial Park Cemetery, corner of Moorooduc Highway and Cranbourne Road, Frankston
Friday 10 November, 1.30pm
Service for local students, Frankston War Memorial, Beauty Park, High Street, Frankston
Saturday 11 November, 10.45am
Frankston RSL, 183 Cranbourne Road, Frankston Details: frankstonrsl.com.au Hosted by the Frankston RSL in memory of fallen and since departed comrades who served their country during past wars and conflicts. ‘Lest We Forget’
A mini-bus is being fitted out to provide a new mobile youth service at
South Ward meeting
North-West Ward meeting
Tuesday 3 October, 6.30pm
Tuesday 17 October, 7pm
Frankston Mechanics Institute 1N Plowman Place, Frankston Residents of South Ward are encouraged to attend including residents of Frankston, Frankston city centre, Frankston South and Langwarrin South.
Frankston North Community Centre, 26 Mahogany Avenue, Frankston North Residents from Frankston, Frankston North, Karingal and Seaford are welcome to come and ask questions of local Ward Councillors.
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A broad range of community groups, incorporated associations and charities successfully applied for funding grants towards their local projects and activities. This helps acknowledge the valuable role they play in the lives of local residents and supplements income generated through a range of sources. These are just some of the groups being supported in their fundraising efforts through this year’s grants: • Animalia Wildlife Shelter • Australian Welsh Male Choir • Beyond Disability • Coast Guard Frankston • Downs Estate Community Project
• Frankston Life Inc. Christmas Lunch (formerly City Life) • Kindred Clubhouse • Open Door Frankston • Operation Larder Inc. • Peninsula Arts Society • Peninsula Activities Group • Probus Clubs • Senior Citizens Clubs • Southern Sounds Chorus • Sporting Clubs • U3A Frankston
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team member. Write your story and drop it off at the centre. If you have great memorabilia, photos, anecdotes, etc we would love to see or hear them. Volunteer to help with the project. Drop by to pick up your free ‘Stories of 3200’ badge and pack
Save the date - 11th august 2017 What you can look forward to … Project Launch PLUS our 1st major Story Gathering event with free sausage sizzle Sneak preview of documentary film ‘Stories of 3200’ 26 Mahogany Ave, Frankston North 3200 03 8773 9545 fncc@frankston.vic.gov.au
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Frankston City’s Australia Day Award recipients 2017 with the Mayor, Cr Brian Cunial: Citizens of the Year: Pastor Ulli and Reverend Angel Roldan. Young Citizen of the Year: Louise Holtzinger. Senior Citizen: Roy Giesemann. Community Event: The Voice of Frankston.
Australia Day Awards 2018 Nominations now open Mayor Cr Brian Cunial, Peninsula Strikers President Trevor Johnson, Cr Sandra Mayer, Chris Crewther MP and Cr Colin Hampton
McClelland Reserve pavilion now open
Community feedback is welcome on this draft plan which includes Council’s recommendations to support responsible pet ownership, such as providing an official fully fenced dog free roam area. Written feedback due by Friday 22 September, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/ haveyoursay
Peninsula Senior Strikers soccer club is enjoying a revamped sporting pavilion and club room which now offers female-friendly facilities. This was a joint funding partnership including: • Australian Government $410,000 • Victorian Government $100,000 • Frankston City Council $550,000
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member, phone 8773 9545 or • Share any memorabilia, photos and Get involved drop-in to 26 Mahogany Avenue, anecdotes 1. We need YOUR STORY. Just ring or pop into the centre Frankston Northto chat to a ‘Stories of 3200’ to make an appointment
A full list of Community Grants Program recipients is available on the website: frankston.vic.gov.au
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Community Storytelling Project
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Sunday 12 November, 11.15am Frankston Pier The biggest gathering of marine emergency services vessels. Second and fourth Saturday of each month, 10am–1pm Ebdale Community Hub and Learning Centre, 20 Ebdale Street, Frankston Informal meetings with local writers. Details: 0468 362 079
Community storytelling project
Outside the new pavilion are Paul Edbrooke MP, Club legend Clayton Lee and the Mayor Cr Brian Cunial
Nominations are now invited for the Frankston City Australia Day Awards 2018. On Australia Day (26 January) we come together to celebrate what’s great about our nation and being Australian. The Frankston City Australia Day Awards celebrate the achievements and contributions made by members of our community.
Award nominations are open in four categories: –– Citizen of the Year –– Young Citizen of the Year –– Senior Citizen of the Year –– Community Event of the Year Nomination forms are available from Council’s Customer Service Centres or on Council's website. Nominations close at 5pm, Friday 17 November 2017. Please forward all nominations to the Chief Executive’s Office, Frankston City Council, PO Box 490, Frankston VIC 3199 or councillors.office@ frankston.vic.gov.au
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Liveable City
Enjoy Every Moment #frankstoncity
Views differ on need for visitor car parking
Council’s proposal knocked-back by state government Car parking in suburban streets is an ongoing issue with demand continuing to grow alongside residential development. Council sought to improve visitor parking in local developments by formally addressing this issue in a draft amendment to the Planning Scheme. The Victorian Government Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning declined Council’s proposed amendments stating that: “There is insufficient strategic justification for the amendment and it would be contrary to the State Planning Policy Framework and Council’s Municipal Strategic statement as it would encourage personal car use rather than more sustainable modes of transport”. Projections indicate that an additional 7,800 dwellings will be required to house Frankston City’s population at 2026. Currently, Council approves approximately 480 new dwellings a year. Last year new subdivisions
created 700 lots. Much of this development is taking place in established residential areas. In the past year Council has received 2,192 complaints about parking issues. Common street parking issues are associated with the lack of offstreet car parking. The local community and Council’s view is that addressing supply and demand for visitor car parking is essential. However the State Government view is that people should be accessing alternative forms of transport.
PARC is turning 3
You’re invited
To celebrate three successful years, the Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre (PARC) is offering free admission to the centre on Sunday 17 September, 1–4pm. Pop down and join in the celebrations including activities, cake and a free barbecue. For more information on activities and party times, visit parcfrankston.com.au or phone 9781 8444.
Tuesday 19 September, 10–11am All welcome to come along: • Find out about local services and facilities • Enjoy morning tea and mingle with other local residents Venue details provided on booking. Bookings: 1300 322 842 or tourism@ frankston.vic.gov.au
New Residents Morning Tea
Handy home help for seniors
F R A N K S T ON’S
Council provides general household maintenance and modifications to assist older people living in Frankston City. The team can clean gutters, replace fire alarm batteries, install grab rails and more. For more information, phone 9784 1933.
FESTIVAL
Saturday 25 November 2017 • 5–10pm • Davey Street, Frankston
Meet the Mayor and CEO
Frankston City, Cr Brian Cunial and Chief Executive Officer, Mr Dennis Hovenden. Venue details provided on booking. Bookings: andrea.gaynor@ frankston.vic.gov.au or 9784 1801
Bay Friendly Businesses Working together to reduce waste
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Many reserves used for off-leash exercise for dogs are also used by local sports teams. Please be considerate of everyone and: • Pick up after your dog • Use alternative areas to exercise your dog when training, games or line-marking are underway
Council is working with businesses in Frankston’s city centre to help reduce waste entering Port Phillip Bay. Council will learn about current waste practices, help identify any areas for improvement and provide business operators with ideas and information. The Bay Friendly Business program will run between October 2017 and March 2018. Council has received funding support from the Victorian Government’s Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning via the Port Phillip Fund, to work in conjunction with the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) and 3199 Frankston Beach Patrol community group.
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Tuesday 19 September, 2.30–5.30pm, Langwarrin Tuesday 17 October, 2.30–5.30pm, Frankston Please register for a 30 minute appointment to raise issues or discuss ideas with the Mayor of
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Frankston Seniors Festival
Your Council Seniors Festival 2017
Pets' Day Out
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Frankston City’s older residents can experience low-cost, high quality events designed just for them!
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Take a step back in time at Mulberry Hill McCrae Homestead: a little piece of history by the sea Hastings-Western Port Historical Society
Joy of the Earth community garden open day — vegies, fruit, flowers and bees Take a step back in time at Mulberry Hill McCrae Homestead: a little piece of history by the sea Hastings-Western Port Historical Society
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Daily during October: Australian Garden walking tours and explorer bus tours Cranbourne Botanic Gardens
Enjoy your 2017 Frankston Seniors Festival
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Artwork: The Bonfire by Kerrie Warren
Frankston Arts Centre
Neighbourhood News
2017 Program
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Comedy / Drama
Exhibition
Music
Music
Ellis Productions
Wendy Grace
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
ATA Allstar Artists
Around the World in 80 Days
Sense of Place
An Evening with the MSO
The Glenn Miller Orchestra
Friday 22 September, 8pm Hold on to your seats for the original amazing race! Tickets: $27–$55
Until Saturday 14 October Works inspired by nature, from the winner of the FAC Open Exhibition 2016. Artworks on the Curved Wall available for sale.
Saturday 14 October, 8pm Don’t miss British clarinet virtuoso Michael Collins and the MSO showcasing the power and versatility of the woodwind. Tickets: $27–$71
Saturday 28 October, 7.30pm The most sought after big band in the world returns to Frankston direct from the USA. Tickets: $84.90–$89.90
School Holidays A CDP Kids Production
Horrible Harriet
Ages 4–12 + Family
A play by Maryam Master | adapted from the books by Leigh Hobbs Tuesday 26 September, 11.30am and 2pm Look out! Here comes Horrible Harriet. She’s wicked, wild and wonderful. Horrible Harriet lives in the roof of her school and keeps teachers chained in the cellar to do her homework. Harriet and the other children don’t see eye to eye – but all Harriet really wants is a friend. When Athol Egghead lands
in his hot air balloon, Harriet finally meets someone who understands her. Then Mr Chicken arrives to disrupt the whole show. Fortunately Horrible Harriet knows how to handle him... or does she? Tickets: $17.50–$25
Post show Q&A Following the 2pm performance, you will have the opportunity to speak with the cast of Horrible Harriet. So keep track of your questions throughout the show. FREE with performance ticket.
Bookings: 03 9784 1060 or thefac.com.au
Frankston Arts Centre is a business unit of Frankston City Council
Book in for free Frankston Library events Seniors Festival at Frankston Library Social media for seniors
Thursday 5 October, 10am–12pm
Frankston Folklore
Monday 2 October, 11am
Books we loved
Tuesday 3 October, 1pm
Bring a grandparent to storytime Thursday 5 October, 11am
Now If What Then Wednesday 4 October, 11am For children aged 8–12. Industrial designer, hack engineer, DIY aquaculturalist and illustrator Stephen Mushin collaborates with scientists and engineers in underground workshops to address ‘elephant in the room’ problems.
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How to stay safe online
Press Escape with Shaun Carney Saturday 21 October, 1pm Political journalism gave Shaun an escape to another life to becoming a different person. Press Escape is his memoir.
Frankston City News September – October 2017
Friday 6 October, 10am–12pm
David Astle is Puzzled Saturday 11 November, 1pm David works through the maze of a cryptic crossword, showing you the secrets and wondrous tricks of wordplay.
Freedom to feel good with Zsuzsa Toth Friday 6 October, 11am
To book any of the Frankston City Library events phone: 9784 1020
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Small change, big impact
Langwarrin community kitchen
Free roam, not free rein
By Cr Sandra Mayer
By Cr Michael O'Reilly
By Cr Colin Hampton
There’s always something happening in our beautiful city centre. Station Street Mall recently came alive with performances by local artists, including yours truly, as part of the Business as Usual campaign. While I was there I spent a few hours wandering the shops along the streets and mall fronts, which offer just as much variety as Bayside. As you’ve no doubt heard, a handful of traders could do with a little extra support at the moment. So please, visit their stores and show them that you care. Speaking of care, for some time now I’ve been making small changes in order to do my bit for the environment – and I’d encourage others to do the same. For instance, to combat weeds in your garden stop using chemical herbicides and try more environmentally-friendly methods such as steam, boiling water or vinegar. Last year Council’s Parks and Gardens team eradicated the use of poison inside playgrounds, making them safer for children and families. Council is making further moves to environmentally friendly and sustainable cleaning having recently switched to a range of effective and safe cleaning practices that destroy bacteria and viruses without leaving any chemical residue. Something else I have done is reduce the amount of meat my family consumes. You’d be amazed at the negative environmental impacts of meat production. Raising livestock for food requires massive amounts of land, energy and water, and in many cases the animals suffer. Around half of our global greenhouse-gas emissions are caused by animal agriculture, and runoff from factory farms and livestock grazing is one of the leading causes of pollution in our waterways. While I’m not 100 per cent there yet, my goal is to continue to recognise and cut items and practices from my life that can be replaced with smarter, safer, healthier and greener options. Who knows, I may become a full-fledged vegan one day. I’m certainly enjoying introducing different plant-based items into my diet, like dandelions which are a fantastic liver cleanser. I put dandelions into my salads and smoothies along with other fresh fruit and vegetables I grow at home. As a result I’m feeling better, have more energy, and know that the choices I make aren’t harming the earth.
Most of us enjoy time with others over a good meal. The Langwarrin Community Centre is planning to establish a Community Kitchen where small groups of people can come together to cook then share a meal together. This concept has been a successful program with 54 active groups across Australia. Thanks to the Langwarrin Community Centre for opening up this opportunity for local residents. To find out more visit: langwarrincc.org.au or phone 9789 7653. New theatre seats Council has recently installed a new automatic set of 190 theatre seats at Frankston Arts Centre’s Cube 37. This provides a much more safe and comfortable experience for customers. The new system is also a vast efficiency improvement as the seats set up in 10 minutes at the push of a button; replacing an old system that took five hours of labour to set up and another five to pack up. This also makes the space a more attractive option for venue hire. Mulberry Hill We are fortunate to have the beautiful Mulberry Hill National Trust estate right on our doorstep in Langwarrin South. This is the former home of artist and Director of the National Gallery of Victoria (1941–1956) Sir Daryl Lindsay and Lady Joan Lindsay, author of Picnic at Hanging Rock. After closing for some winter works the property is now open every Sunday, 11am–4pm, 385 Golf Links Road, Langwarrin South. Volunteers provide guided tours; an entry fee applies. Details: 9656 9889 or nationaltrust.org.au/vic/mulberry-hill.
Cr Sandra Mayer Mobile: 0400 236 107 Email: crmayer@frankston.vic.gov.au
Cr Michael O'Reilly Mobile: 0418 721 679 Email: croreilly@frankston.vic.gov.au
North-East Ward
Dogs are a huge part of many residents’ lives. They offer love, companionship, affection, entertainment and encourage us to stay active. Council offers a number of free roam areas where dogs can be exercised off-leash, seven of which are located in the North-East Ward suburbs of Langwarrin, Skye and Carrum Downs. Despite the abundance of options available, Council still receives regular complaints about owners ignoring the rules. Complaints include dog attacks on people, dogs and even horses, owners not picking up after their pet and dogs off-leash in areas where signage clearly states it is prohibited. Costly legal penalties apply to owners whose dog attacks another person or animal. Often, the dog is seized and held while an investigation takes place. Council wants residents to enjoy free roam areas with their dogs – but enjoy them responsibly. Your pet is your responsibility, so ensuring your dog is under effective control at all times is crucial, even when off-leash. This means training them to respond immediately to voice recall. Owners must carry an appropriate bag to pick up after their pet. Some reserves, parks and foreshore areas also offer biodegradable bags free-of-charge. Many reserves designated as free roam are also used by local sports teams and some are located close to children’s parks and picnic areas. Dogs must be on a lead within 10 metres of these areas if they are in use. Designated free roam areas available include: Banyan Reserve, Sandfield Reserve and Boggy Creek Link in Carrum Downs, and Lawton Park, Lloyd Park, Stevens Road and Malaleuca Reserves in Langwarrin. KCC Park, State Dog Centre located on the Western Port Highway in Skye offers a fenced off-leash area, a doggy dam, picnic and barbecue facilities for Hidden garden members. A local hidden-gem is the Elisabeth Murdoch Courtesy, common sense and control are the keys Arboretum on Cranbourne Road, Langwarrin. I’ve to enjoying time out in public with your dog – so often driven past and only recently dropped in. It’s please do the right thing. a small peaceful park with established trees and lovely gardens maintained by Council. I believe it’s a A brochure listing all 33 free roam areas is available at all Council Customer Service Centres and on popular spot for weddings and photographs. Council’s website, visit: Off-street parking is also available at the Edward frankston.vic.gov.au or phone Street entrance, where there’s 1300 322 322 for a copy. also a small play space. Cr Colin Hampton Mobile: 0400 236 109 Email: crhampton@frankston.vic.gov.au
Langwarrin >> Carrum Downs >> Sandhurst >> Skye
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Neighbourhood News #frankstoncity
Reducing Closed Council meetings Our inclusive community
Back by popular demand
By Cr Kris Bolam JP FAIM
By Cr Lillian O’Connor
By Cr Glenn Aitken
I was very pleased with the recent Council decision to reduce the referral of reports and agenda items to ‘Closed Council’. For those that may not be aware, ‘Closed Council’ is where confidential or sensitive matters are discussed without the presence of the public. Although there are indeed particular issues that are worthy of ‘Closed Council’ consideration (i.e. commercial-in-confidence based matters), there are also many agenda items that ought to be discussed in ‘Open Council’ where the public can scrutinise what the Council is considering. In 2016, the Victorian Ombudsman singled out Frankston City Council in a report named Investigation of local government decision making for not making sufficient strides in reducing ‘Closed Council’ decisions. This rightful criticism was further reinforced by statistics which showed Frankston City Council was well behind the state average of 11.15 per cent for 'Closed Council' deliberations. Council decisions made at meetings closed to the public (2015–2016): Frankston City Council 22% Similar councils 9.45% All councils 11.57% The suite of changes that Council recently adopted will now ensure the public have a better understanding of what and why specific matters are being discussed in ‘Closed Council’. The Council will now also critique whether typical 'Closed Council' agenda items automatically fall within the ambit of ‘Closed Council’. Finally, another new measure will ensure the public release of outcomes determined in ‘Closed Council’ after a certain timeframe. Volatile substances Council recently passed a resolution which called on the Victorian Attorney-General to consider changes to the Drugs, Poisons and Controlled Substances (Volatile Substances) Regulations 2004. Under the existing law, it is not an offence to be found with, or inhaling/sniffing, ‘volatile substances’ such as synthetic glue and petroleum. As a Victoria Police Protective Services Officer (PSO), I am often exposed to many young people with a tragic reliance on synthetic glue – it is a bigger problem than we realise; and both Police and PSOs are effectively powerless to impose penalties and/or arrests. Therefore, the Council has requested that the Attorney-General consider it an offence to carry and use ‘volatile substances’. The Council also believes that it should be an offence (as it is for cigarettes and alcohol) for businesses to sell ‘volatile substances’ to those underage. I sincerely hope Council’s submission to the Attorney-General is given serious consideration.
Council is now flying the rainbow flag outside the Frankston Civic Centre. This demonstrates Council’s ongoing commitment to our inclusive and diverse community. The flag helps send the message that discrimination is not welcome here. The Australian Government has recently decided to undertake a postal survey on this issue. I will take every opportunity to support marriage equality. Marriage is about love, it is a human right to be able to marry whoever you want to marry, irrespective of gender. Preschool improvements Council recently completed works to improve East Karingal Preschool in Havana Crescent, Frankston, thanks to the Victorian Government contributing $287,218 and Council $95,740. The building is 43 years old and the works have created a much more welcoming and modern space. The kindergarten is now accessible to all-abilities which has enhanced the inclusive program delivered in partnership with Frankston Special Development School and Community Kinders Plus. By all reports so far, the families and educators love it. Council has now started work to renew and upgrade facilities at Ballam Park Preschool in Naranga Crescent, Frankston. These projects improve the learning environment for children and support young families in Karingal. Registration for 3-year-old kindergarten programs in 2018 close Saturday 30 September 2017. Details: frankston.vic.gov.au/kindergarten Get on board Council provides a Community Transport bus service to help support residents who may have difficulty traveling around Frankston City due to a lack of access to other public transport or no longer driving. The service operates door to door weekdays on a fixed timetable to various locations such as Frankston Library, PARC, Agestrong exercise classes, shopping centres and seniors clubs. No fixed fee applies, this is all for the cost of a gold coin donation and helps residents to continue to stay active in the community. If you or someone you know might benefit from transport help, contact Council to check eligibility requirements, phone 9784 1933.
Cr Kris Bolam JP FAIM Mobile: 0417 921 644 Email: crbolam@frankston.vic.gov.au
Cr Lillian O’Connor Mobile: 0419 298 838 Email: croconnor@frankston.vic.gov.au
Council will host another event celebrating Frankston City’s extraordinary history. In the past this event has proved very popular, attracting several hundred residents and we anticipate the new venue will appeal to an even larger audience, being held at the Frankston Arts Centre this October. This prestigious venue offers full professional audio and a large screen to showcase a remodelled film of our history including the more recent segment covering from 1966, which was the year Frankston was proclaimed a city, to the present day. Many thanks to members of Council’s Town Planning team for their valuable assistance in staging this event, plus other members of the Heritage Assets Promotion Committee including Cr Quinn McCormack and Glenda Viner. If you have materials to share, please contact: town.planning@frankston.vic.gov.au or 9784 1733. Light refreshments will be provided. Gold coin entry. Bookings will be available shortly. Frankston History Day 2017 Saturday 7 October, 1–4pm Frankston Arts Centre It is tremendously important to preserve our history and one recent example is the long-awaited resurrection of the Historic Drinking Fountain, which after several years of exhaustive enquiry, was finally unearthed at Council’s depot in Seaford and removed from the darkness of obscurity to be seen once more in the proud light of day. The drinking fountain has now been installed in front of the Comfort Station at the corner of Playne Street and Nepean Highway, Frankston. This monument celebrates the memory of a remarkable figure in our national history, Sir John Madden, CGMG Lieutenant-Governor of Victoria (1899) and Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria from 1893 to 1918. He made a significant contribution to the greater community and became a well-known local resident when he purchased the Yamala mansion and property in Frankston South in 1876. Frankston North Community Centre Every time I visit the Frankston North Community Centre I meet a highly engaged and very welcoming group of people. Anyone interested in their art and craft programs is made more than welcome. The Centre offers a wide variety of programs ranging from book club to yoga. Local learning opportunities are also on offer including An Introduction to Hospitality, school holiday activities and much more. Open Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm, 26 Mahogany Avenue Frankston North Phone 8773 9545 Cr Glenn Aitken Phone: 9786 3274 Email: councillors.office@frankston.vic.gov.au
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All inclusive planning
The heart of our city
By Cr Quinn McCormack
Cr Steve Toms – Deputy Mayor
By Cr Brian Cunial – Mayor
Plan Australia’s ‘Free to Be’ project, recently released data collated of women and girls' The playground at Frankston’s George Pentland experiences of public transport use. It invariably Botanic Gardens in Williams Street, is set for a showed that many had encountered abuse and/or major improvement with Council investing experienced sexual harassment, and where the $600,000 this financial year. The plans for the ‘no-go’ areas were for women and girls. The playground include: experiences are the same for all public spaces. • Access for children of all ages and abilities In 2001, the United Nations stated in a report: • Nature-based play elements that encourage “When a space is occupied by women and girls, it is imagination and discovery such as rock also occupied by more people in general.” For this scrambles, rope nets and sand pits very reason, it is imperative that planning for our • Swings, spinning carousels, slides and towers public spaces recognises this and designs them accordingly. It is not up to girls and women to fit • Additional seating, picnic tables, trees, shading themselves into spaces designed basically for men. and landscaping Addressing the lack of safety for women isn’t just • The playground design is based on consultation with the community and works will be undertaken vital because of the current and immediate impact it has on lives. If public spaces are dismissive or in early 2018. hostile to women’s specific safety needs, women Sentinel lookout will avoid using that space. It’s an insidious way to The Sentient sculpture has recently been relocated undermine women’s right to participate in public from Young Street to the base of Olivers Hill, at the life in the same way men do, because there isn’t a parkland on the corner of The Esplanade and Nolan level playing field to begin with. Street. It now keeps a lookout over Frankston’s I became acutely aware of the different ways in award-winning beach which women and girls experience public spaces, and Port Phillip Bay. when managing the Frankston Nature Conservation This is one of Reserve. The most often received query was: “Is it numerous sculptures safe for me as a woman?” Planning was crucial dotted around therefore to ensure that access did not alienate 50 Frankston City. The per cent of the population from experiencing the Enjoy Contemporary reserve. For example, the presence of rangers Culture brochure provided comfort and knowledge for those visiting, features a map of and not enabling access to the areas of the reserve locations. Collect a adjacent to homes or access to the reserve at night, copy from Council, provided security for those, particularly women also available online living alone, around the reserve. visitfrankston.com or phone 1300 322 842. Often, it is difficult to discuss issues of safety Playgroups without being met with extreme resistance. The Council offers a number of programs to help mass social ‘gaslighting’ that is always in operation support young families. There is so much evidence whenever women discuss issues of safety and risk that young children who have the best start in early has convinced many women that it is not worth life have a great chance of succeeding in later life. speaking openly about. Socialising with other young children is very The scepticism shown to women's experiences (not important, not just for the children, but also their only from men but also from other women) which parents and carers who benefit from connecting includes 'she's overreacting', can be especially with other local families. galling in a society that uses the threat of 'stranger There are around 35 different playgroups in a range danger' to try to control women's behaviour. of locations across Frankston City including some It is up to a progressive and advanced society to groups catering for special interests. recognise the need to adjust and plan accordingly. Playgroups are usually set up with excellent In planning our city there must be a drive to design equipment and educational toys. Children have fun our public spaces with the needs of girls and playing, doing craft, exploring the outdoors and women in mind. This is a way to both activate our more, while parents enjoy a cuppa together. A full city and advance gender equality, rather than shift list of local playgroups is on Council’s website, visit: privilege from one group to another. frankston.vic.gov.au/ playgroups
I am proud to have championed Council’s Assistance Package for traders in the city centre impacted by the state government’s Young Street works. While this project will ultimately enhance our city centre, traders recognise that Council is doing what we can to support them during the works. Small to medium business is the beating heart of the local economy. Where possible, please support traders impacted by the Young Street works. Council has also recently established a new Consultative Committee on Antisocial Behaviour and I am delighted to be appointed Chair. This group will explore the most effective ways Council can support local community safety. Meeting residents Around 40 South Ward residents asked a wide variety of questions at the community meeting I hosted alongside my South Ward colleague Cr Quinn McCormack. Cr Glenn Aitken also attended from North-West Ward. It had been some time since a Ward meeting was held and the positive response shows there’s a demand for public meetings. The next one is booked for Tuesday 3 October, 6.30pm – see details on page 6. Art in focus
Mayor Cr Brian Cunial Mobile: 0400 236 977 Email: crcunial@frankston.vic.gov.au
Deputy Mayor Cr Steve Toms Mobile: 0418 953 576 Email: crtoms@frankston.vic.gov.au
South Ward
Seaford >> Karingal >> Frankston North >> Frankston
Frankston City News September – October 2017
New playground coming to Frankston’s Botanic Gardens
Cr Quinn McCormack Mobile: 0419 446 930 Email: crmccormack@frankston.vic.gov.au
Cr Steve Toms pictured at the Young Street mural with Paul Edbrooke MP, artist Brett Ashby, Elisabeth Murdoch College students Bailey Thorne and Maddison Hamilton
I had the great pleasure of helping launch a new mural at the car park in Young Street, Frankston, featuring art work designed by local students in collaboration with a graphic artist. This work was commissioned by Council thanks to a graffiti prevention grant from the Victorian Government’s Department of Justice and Regulation. Congratulations to Derinya Primary School on their successful Derinya Arts and Crafts Exhibition (DACE) fundraiser. Opening night was a wonderful event showcasing amazing local talent.
Langwarrin South >> Frankston City Centre >> Frankston South >> Frankston
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Community Safety #frankstoncity
Council’s customer focus Service improvements
Council is improving its service to the community in a number of ways, including changes to Customer Service Centres in Langwarrin and the Frankston Civic Centre, coming later this year. The Civic Centre at 30 Davey Street, Frankston will receive a much-needed facelift to the foyer and reception area which will help improve service delivery, enhance accessibility and provide a more professional and welcoming environment for customers. The Langwarrin Customer Service Centre at The Gateway Shopping Centre on Cranbourne Road, will also be enhanced with additional meeting space and better facilities for the on-site Library service. All works will be staged to minimise disruption as much as possible.
Supporting customers
Some of our statistics report on Council’s contact with the community over the past year.
In person
103,615 people visited Council’s Customer Service Centres in Frankston, Langwarrin and Seaford.
Nature strips are not dumping grounds
Over the phone
Council officers answered 113,916 calls to Customer Service, phone 1300 322 322
Placing items on your nature strip is considered illegal dumping and you risk being fined. Hefty penalties apply with fines starting at $311 for a first offence. Council will again offer the Kerbside Hard Waste Collection for Frankston City households later in 2017. Households will receive a notice in their letterbox, two weeks prior to their collection date. Residents risk being fined if they put waste out early or leave it out after the collection. Your waste is your responsibility and ratepayers are fed-up with illegal dumpers who do the wrong thing by the community.
The top five call types were:
1. Community safety 2. Rates enquiries and payments 3. Planning queries 4. Parking 5. Hard waste Average call length was 2.56 minutes.
Website
More than 2.5 million visits a year to frankston.vic.gov.au (increase from 1.8 million the year prior) Top five pages visited were: 1. Home page 2. Positions vacant 3. Contact us 4. Hard waste collection 5. Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre (FRRRC)
10,000 people like Frankston City Council on Facebook.
3,290 people follow Frankston City Council on Twitter.
Did you know? At Council’s Customer Service Centres in Seaford and Langwarrin, you can: • Access computers with internet • Apply for library membership • Collect and return library books
Have you tried Frankston’s Recycling Centre? • Find out more about local events and services • Join in children’s storytime • Make payments • Print small quantities of documents
The Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre (FRRRC) in Harold Road, Skye is open seven days, 8am–4pm and accepts hard waste, green waste and recyclables. Many items are accepted free-of-charge including paint, e-waste and whitegoods. Sort your items before you arrive at FRRRC, making it easier to identify what’s recyclable, to save you money at the gate. Most customers spend an
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Report hoon driving to Crime Stoppers including illegal motorcycles/monkey bikes Download the Crime Stoppers app: crimestoppersvic.com.au Phone 1800 333 000 In an emergency, phone 000
Report dumped rubbish to Council average of $30 a visit, so don’t risk an expensive fine by cluttering your nature strip. Details on items welcome at FRRRC, including a full list of what is accepted free-of-charge, are available online, visit: FRRRC.com.au or phone 1300 322 322.
At call hard waste collection
Council provides an at-call hard and green waste collection service throughout the year, which residents can book for an additional fee. A concession rate is available for eligible residents. Bookings can be made online visit: frankston.vic.gov.au or phone Council on 1300 322 322.
Growing the local CCTV network Council is coordinating two major projects increasing the total number of security cameras to 103, which helps support local community safety.
Young Street precinct
Reporting to our community Frankston City Council is currently preparing its Annual Report to the community for the 2016–2017 financial year.
Some interesting statistics from the report include: • 1,182 four-year-olds and 417 threeyear-olds enrolled in kindergarten • 14,236 visits to Maternal and Child Health (MCH) centres and 1,949 home visits • 2,992 infants and 4,038 secondary students attended immunisation sessions
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• 517 parents attended a parent education program session • 39,461 young people attended activities at Youth Hangouts • 102,112 hours of ageing and disability care support • 43,712 Meals on Wheels provided • 6,047 passengers on the community transport buses • 4,632,622 bins emptied (residential, commercial and public bins) • 375 Public Health and Wellbeing inspections and 1,586 Food Act inspections conducted
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• 1,700 fire hazard inspections undertaken • 648 planning applications received and 603 planning decisions made by Council • 24,314 pets registered: 17,904 dogs and 6,410 cats • 392,283 visits to Frankston City libraries • 190,457 attended the Frankston Arts Centre • 166,500 people joined in local festivals and events
In 2016–12017 Frankston City Council managed the following facilities and assets on behalf of the community: • 425 reserves • 67 sportsgrounds • 967 km pathways • 701 km local roads • 112 bridge and pedestrian structures • 928 km stormwater drains • 34,804 stormwater management pits • 336 buildings including community, family and youth centres, park and leisure facilities, aged service buildings, Civic Centre, Frankston Arts Centre and libraries
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The first project is installing 10 new CCTV cameras in car parks and avenues leading off Young Street including Ross Smith Avenue West, Station Street and Clyde Street. New brighter lighting is also being installed to support pedestrian safety along these thoroughfares. This $300,000 investment is jointly funded by Council and the Victorian Government through the Public Safety Infrastructure Fund, and aims to be ready in time for summer 2017. This adds to the 31 CCTV sites already operating in Young Street, which are being upgraded with new technology as part of the current state government works. The current and
Please report hoon driving and dumped rubbish
new CCTV network is connected to a central point where it is monitored in real-time by Frankston Police.
Seaford and Frankston Waterfront
Six new CCTV cameras have already been installed at the Belvedere shopping centre in Seaford as part of a $198,000 Safer Streets Program funded thanks to the Australian Government. The project also includes four new CCTV cameras improving coverage at Frankston Waterfront including the length of Frankston Pier, Kananook Creek boat ramp, car parks and community recreation space. Three of the current Waterfront cameras are also being upgraded to improve vision quality. The Frankston Waterfront cameras will also be installed in time for this summer.
Download the MyFrankston app: frankston.vic.gov.au Phone 1300 322 322 Working in partnership with Victoria Police
Immunisation program
Protecting the health of our community immunisation service at the sessions held for infants aged 0–5. Coming sessions include:
Lyrebird Community Centre 203–205 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs Wednesday 20 September, 9.30–11.30am
In the past year Council immunised 2,992 infants and 4,038 secondary students through in-school sessions and the 16 immunisation sessions run each month as a free service to local residents. Council is currently administering the free meningococcal vaccine to residents aged 15–19 as part of the Victorian Government’s program which runs until the end of 2017. To find out more about meningococcal disease or the free vaccination, visit betterhealth.vic.gov.au/menvax For teenagers that miss the in-school immunisations, the free meningococcal vaccine is available from your local GP or at Council’s immunisation session at the Frankston Mechanics Institute on the third Monday of every month from 3.30-4.30pm including: Monday 18 September and Monday 16 October. Expectant parents can also access the free whooping cough vaccine booster from Council’s
Belvedere Maternal and Child Health
1 Moomba Avenue, Seaford Wednesday 20 September, 1–2pm
Montague Park Maternal and Child Health Bentley Place, Frankston Tuesday 26 September, 9.30–11.30am
Karingal PLACE Neighbourhood Centre
103 Ashleigh Avenue, Frankston Thursday 28 September, 9.30–11.30am
Mahogany Rise Child and Family Centre
2/25 Jenkens Street, Frankston North Tuesday 3 October, 1–2pm
Langwarrin Community Centre 2 Lang Road, Langwarrin Wednesday 11 October, 9.30–11.30am
Details: frankston.vic.gov.au/ immunisation or 1300 322 322
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Local workshops
DIY Marketing: LinkedIn for business
Wednesday 20 September, 6pm $40
Introduction to co-working Friday 6 October, 10am–5pm and Friday 3 November, 10am–5pm Free
DIY Marketing: measuring success online with Google Analytics
Be your own boss: an introduction to freelancing
Wednesday 8 November, 6pm $40
Tuesday 17 October, 6pm $40
DIY Marketing: setting up a website in WordPress Wednesday 1 November, 6pm $40
All workshops are hosted at: Frankston Foundry, 1–3 Keys Street, Frankston Bookings and enquiries: frankston.vic.gov.au/ workshops
How to maximise profit by outsourcing off-shore Thursday 2 November, 6pm $40
Top 10 categories of new Council’s business businesses in Frankston City support programs 1 July 2016 – 30 June 2017
Helping attract new businesses and supporting current businesses to expand
Census results show Frankston City continues to prosper overall The Australia Bureau of Statistics has released the first comprehensive set of data from the 2016 Census which had a 95.1 per cent response rate. Council uses Census data to help understand, analyse and compare Frankston City’s changing and diverse community characteristics, residential housing needs along with economic and demographic profile.
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157
155
141
122
97
73
72
65
64
Construction
Professional, scientific and technical services
Other Services
Retail trade
Administrative and support services
Education and training
Manufacturing
Accommodation and food services
Health care and social assistance
Transport, postal and warehousing
30 businesses
Created 333 jobs
$81 million gross output annually
Small Business Grants 20 businesses
with $230,000 grant funds
Created 263 jobs
$86 million gross output annually
Unoccupied dwellings Own home outright Owned with a mortgage Renting Separate House Semi-detatched, row or terrace house, townhouse etc Flat or apartment Other dwelling Internet not accessed from dwelling Internet accessed from dwelling Internet access not stated Average motor vehicles per dwelling Voluntary work
Supporting local kerbside dining Businesses can apply for a $2,000 grant To help support local cafes and restaurants to offer outdoor dining in the heart of Frankston, city centrebased businesses can now apply for funds towards outdoor furniture and fittings. Council and the Victorian Government are working together to provide 20 grants worth $2,000 each. The aim is to support businesses to expand their services while also
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adding life to the streets and malls within Frankston’s city centre. Apply now to improve your chance to have outdoor dining in time for summer. Conditions apply. Applications and information available online, visit: frankston.vic.gov.au/business
Frankston City News September – October 2017
Population Median age People aged over 65 years Average people per household Average children per family Median weekly household income Median monthly mortgage payment Median weekly rent Occupied dwellings
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15.4%
Changes in Frankston City since the last Census include:
• 6 per cent increase in population to 134,143 people • Additional 827 people owning a residential property • Average weekly household income just below that of Victoria at $1,331
2011 2016 126,458 134,143 37 38 13.7% 15.4% 2.5 2.5
Victoria Australia 2016 2016 5,926,624 23,401,892 37 38 15.6% 15.7% 2.6 2.6
1.8 $1,140
1.8 $1,331
1.8 $1,419
1.8 1,734
$1,647
$1,621
$1,728
$1,755
$265 $306 47,402 49,682 (92.4%)
(92.3%)
$325 88.3%
$335 88.8%
3,921
4,169
11.7%
11.2%
27.2% 41.4% 27.5% 82.3% 6.8%
26.5% 40.7% 28.7% 79.1% 17.2%
32.3% 35.3% 28.7% 73.2% 14.2%
31% 34.5% 30.9% 72.9% 12.7%
9.9% 0.09%
2.7% 0.9% 13.1%
11.6% 0.5% 13.6%
13.1% 0.8% 14.1%
1.7
84.2% 2.7% 1.8
83.7% 2.7% 1.8
83.2% 2.7% 1.8
14,046
16,805
19.2%
19%
(7.6%)
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(13.%)
(7.7%)
(15.4%)
people aged over 65
7,968
Secondary school students
Highlights from the 2016 Census results for Frankston City
Business Investment Program Over 3 years
This information is vital to ensure the work Council undertakes in delivering programs, infrastructure and services supports the many needs of our growing community.
17.2%
live in semi-detatched, row or terrace house, townhouse
43.9%
Couple with children
More data for Frankston City Country of birth
• Australia: 71.5% • England: 5.6% • New Zealand: 2.3% • India: 1.3% • Scotland: 1.0% • Philippines: 0.3%
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People: • 1,338 (1%)
English only spoken at home: • 82.5%
Households where a non-English language is spoken: • 14%
Languages other than English • Greek: 0.9% • Mandarin: 0.8% • Italian: 0.6% • Malayalam: 0.5% • Spanish: 0.5%
Religious affiliation
• No religion: 38.9% • Catholic: 20.2% • Anglican: 12.3% • Not stated: 9.7% • Christian nondefined: 2.9%
Family composition
• Couple without children: 12,058 (33.9%) • Couple with children: 15,607 (43.9%) • One parent family: 7,275 (20.5%) • Other family: 604 (1.7%) • Children aged 0–4: 9,016 • Primary school students locally: 10,719 • Secondary school students: 7,968 • Tertiary students (Uni, TAFE etc): 8,069 Employment and travel data is being released in October 2017. More information: censusdata.abs.gov.au
Frankston City News September – October 2017
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Sport and Leisure
Mornington Peninsula Triathlon Club Celebrating 30 years strong The Mornington Peninsula Triathlon Club (MPTC) is one of Australia’s oldest triathlon clubs, and a membership of around 170 also makes it one of the largest triathlon clubs in Victoria. Whether you want to swim, ride or run – MPTC aims to assist you to reach your goals through relevant support. The Club’s core values of health, enjoyment, belonging, achievement, integrity and respect has seen a growing membership, especially in the junior ranks.
All ages and abilities are accommodated with a TryStars program for primary school aged children. Some members just like someone to train with, while others aspire to Ironman and Ultraman distances. The MPTC has recently joined with Frankston Yacht Club (FYC) to make a new sporting power hub at the clubrooms on Long Island Drive, Frankston Waterfront. Residents from Frankston to Portsea are welcome. Contact the Club to find out more: mptc.com.au
Frankston Dolphins return to VFL Frankston Football Club will return to the VFL in season 2018 after having its licence application granted by AFL Victoria. This re-establishes the Dolphins’ important role in the talent pathway in the south-east region, alongside a long-term management and financial strategy for the club.
The Club is working on appointing a coach, building a playing list and locking in sponsors. Another 40 players will experience training and work towards playing senior VFL football in a standalone club environment.
Frankston Yacht Club 80th sailing season
Frankston Softball Association
Frankston Yacht Club (FYC) was founded in 1937 and now has 200 members enjoying the new facilities at Frankston Waterfront with a magnificent view of Melbourne and the bay. FYC runs a range of activities for the whole family including Learn2Sail
Frankston Softball Association (FSA) currently fields eight teams on Saturdays during the spring–summer season. Based at Robinsons Park in Frankston, the FSA has enjoyed a successful career winning many championships and tournaments. Last season all Frankston teams made finals with four teams playing off at the Grand Final. Many FSA players have enjoyed softball at elite level representing Victoria and Australia.
Frankston Gift returns
Bat, run, pitch and catch
In the coming season FSA will enter teams in under 12 mixed, boys/girls under 15 and 17 and open men and women. Coaches are fully accredited with the safety of police checks and working with children checks. FSA is a family-friendly club, first established in 1977. All welcome to a registration and come ‘n’ try day on Saturday 15 September at Robinsons Park, Robinson Road, Frankston. Details: frankstonsoftball@hotmail.com
Sunday 14 January 2018
Frankston Athletic Club is staging a professional running event, the Frankston Gift, at Frankston Park on 14 January 2018. The event will allow athletes of all ages and abilities to compete in a competitive and fun environment. Each athlete is given a mark or handicap, giving them an equal opportunity to win in their chosen event and a chance to win prize money.
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Frankston City News September – October 2017
classes for beginners and intermediate level sailors plus SUP (stand up paddle boarding) and kayaking. To celebrate the Club’s 80th season, past members and club officials are invited to join in activities. Details: fyc.com.au or frankstonyachtclub@gmail.com
To help raise prize money, sponsorship packages are available. For more information, please contact: frankstongift@hotmail.com or phone 0438 714 618.
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