Pocket park to transform Evelyn Street open space
Existing open space on the corner of Evelyn Street and Fletcher Road, Frankston will be transformed into an exciting park for the community to enjoy.
The project is supported by the Victorian Government which provided $1.3 million for the park to be built on the pocket of vacant Council-owned land between the Nepean Highway, the Frankston International Motel and Frankston Police Station.
Council committed to safety and security
Frankston City Council is dedicated to ensuring our city and suburbs are safe and welcoming places to live, work, play and visit.
We've recently undertaken a number of new initiatives to strengthen public safety and deter anti-social behaviour, including an enhanced CCTV network across Frankston City and increasing patrols by Community Safety officers on the City’s beaches over summer.
Street art walking tours by the Seaside
Frankston City’s vibrant street art scene just keeps getting better.
The CBD has become a canvas for some of the world’s best street artists thanks to the annual Big Picture Fest, which attracts internationally renowned artists who create captivating and mesmerising images.
Showcasing Frankston’s evolving arts and culture edge, Frankston City is now home to over 30 larger than life street art pieces and murals created by some of the world’s best street artists.
Remember to swim between the flags this summer
If you’re planning to visit a beach, inland waterway or pool this summer, prepare to stay safe around the water as well as COVIDSafe.
Victoria has beautiful beaches, but they often have hidden dangers, such as rip currents and changeable conditions. Check the Life Saving Victoria website for advice.
Food swaps are back!
Free food swaps are recommencing this Saturday 13 February, at Coffee on Kareela (out the back of the café in the Garden for Life community garden).
This is an opportunity to share your surplus homegrown foods with other locals, including fruit, vegetables, herbs, eggs, seeds and seedlings.
Please register via email by this Thursday 11 February with your name, phone number and preferred time (12.30 or 1pm).
Every test helps to keep us safe
Keeping our workplaces safe and open is everyone's job.
Even if your symptoms are mild, or you've been tested before, it's still important to continue to get tested.
Clean up Australia Day!
Did you know that 18.3 million Australians have donated their time as part of Clean Up Australia activities over the last 30 years?
Step up to create a clean up event, or join an existing clean up event to celebrate this year's Clean Up Australia Day on 7 March.
Urban Forest Action Plan responds to climate emergency
We've allocated a total of $125,000 this financial year to implement our Urban Forest Action Plan as part of our wide ranging response to the challenge of climate change.
Frankston Environmental Friends Network Chair David Cross said his organisation welcomed the allocation of funds, adding: “Trees are an extremely valuable part of our environment – not only from an environmental perspective, but also for community well being. It’s essential that people have as many opportunities as possible to commune with nature.”
Pandemic no barrier to learning thanks to Council grant boost
Local university and TAFE students have received emergency relief funding during the pandemic, as part of Frankston City Council’s Student Scholarship Grant package – part of its $7.3 million COVID-19 Relief and Recovery Package.
The Student Scholarship Grants were introduced last year, to help students struggling to buy basic school supplies due to the pandemic. The funding helped students to cover administrative fees, purchase text books, uniforms, equipment, laptops and other items critical to completing their studies.
Cloth nappies 101
Join Elana from Cloth Nappy Workshops Melbourne to discover the world of modern cloth nappies.
This online session on Tuesday 2 March, will take you through everything you need to know to get started with cloth nappies - and show how they are good for your baby, your budget and the environment.
Have your say on our draft community engagement policy
Comments close on 12 February
We are committed to improving the way we engage with our community.
This Policy is Council’s commitment to engaging and collaborating with our diverse local community.
Libraries 'After Dark' program tackling social isolation
Thanks to the Libraries After Dark program, the Carrum Downs library will be open until 10pm every Thursday night, in a bid to combat social isolation and gambling-related harm.
Frankston City Libraries is joining a number of it counterparts across Victoria in staying open later to offer an alternative to gaming venues and online gambling.
Ventana Fiesta 2021 - Opening Night
Friday 26 February, 6pm
Enjoy one of Ventana’s most popular live events. A special cocktail evening of communities coming together and mingling with the exhibiting visual artists and various leaders of the Latin community in Victoria, Local and International Government and more.
Opening Night marks the simultaneous start of all art exhibitions and Ventana, Frankston’s Latin Arts Festival 2021 with a mix of live and online activities.
Free clowning workshops for 6-12 year olds!
Wednesday 10, 17 & 24 February, 4pm-6pm
In this series of free, fun and energetic workshops, kids aged 6 to 12 will be encouraged to play using clowning and movement techniques.
The workshops will involve movement exercises and games to give participants the chance to explore how the body wants to and likes to move - and how this can be used in performance, play, general confidence, public speaking and daily life. No previous experience in drama or theatre is necessary to join in, just a willingness to have fun and participate! Limited spaces available, so book fast.
Free drama workshops for primary school aged kids!
Thursday 4, 11, 18 & 25 March
Over a fun four weeks, primary school-aged kids are invited to express their creativity and develop their imaginations in this collaborative environment. Drama is great for building confidence, working with new friends and developing performance skills.
These workshops will explore movement, voice, improvisation, storytelling and character development through play. All levels of experience are welcome. Limited spaces available, so book fast!
Please note, any images that do not include a face mask pre-date the Victorian Government mandate effective Thursday 23 July. Certain images were also taken prior to social distancing protocol. Council urges all residents to stay 1.5 metres apart and wear a face mask when not able to socially distance.
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Frankston 3199
Tel: 1300 322 322
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