Stay connected in Frankston City!
Locals and visitors can stay connected at key sites and public buildings across our municipality thanks to Frankston City Council’s investment in free Wi-Fi.
We've invested $230,000 to upgrade and expand the free Wi-Fi network across Frankston City at 12 publicly accessible locations. This enables residents and visitors to have fast and free Wi-Fi accessibility while they enjoy Council services.
Frankston Football Club lights up for bright future
The new lights at SkyBus Stadium will be turned on for the first night game on Thursday, 25 March at 7.30pm.
The $2.8 million lighting upgrade was made possible by funding from all three levels of government, with contributions of $850,000 from the Federal Government, $650,000 from the State Government and $1.3 million from Frankston City Council.
Frankston FReeZA program hits right note with young people
Young people are gaining invaluable skills in organising music, arts and cultural events via the Frankston FReeZA Program.
FReeZA is a Victorian Government initiative that supports young Victorians to get involved in their community by planning and running drug, alcohol and smoke-free events for other young people.
14 young people have recently joined the Frankston FReeZA Committee. Committee members will receive training and mentoring by local industry experts in event management, promotions and design, production and sound production.
Come to the Council meeting in person!
Monday 29 March at 7pm
Our next Council meeting is once again open to attend in person. After a long lockdown and changing restrictions, we look forward to welcoming our community into our new Chambers at the Frankston Arts Centre. We will have Covid-safe measures in place.
We hope to see you there, or on the live stream.
New process for Disability Parking Permits
On 22 March, we implemented a new and improved application process, including:
Occupational Therapists can now complete assessments.
Permit length has been extended from 3 to 5 years
We now have various temporary permits, and a permanent disability classification.
Indigenous Nursery Open Day
Saturday 27 March, 9am–1pm, 32R McMannis Way, Seaford, FREE, registration essential
Ecologist Luis Mata will speak about the importance of insects in our urban environment and how we can attract them to our gardens. FREE BBQ, plant sales, giveaways, nursery tours, workshops and activities for the kids.
Frankston Heritage Survey
Heritage encompasses many thing: the way we live, our history, values and traditions.
A heritage place can include anything from a specific site or building through to a whole region or landscape. Heritage places can provide essential links with the past and help us to define our shared community history.
Frankston City has a rich and colourful history and Council would like to gain a better understanding of your views on heritage.
Draft Councillor Gift Policy
This Policy provides guidance to Councillors about receiving or being offered gifts in connection with their role as a Councillor, and sets out a transparent process for dealing with any offers of gifts.
We are seeking your feedback on this policy. Feedback closes at 5pm, Wednesday 7 April.
Detox Your Home
Saturday 27 March from 9am to 3pm Kingston
FREE, registration essential
Do you want to dispose of household chemicals in a way that is safe for your family and the environment?
This FREE drop-off service allows you to dispose of common household chemicals so they can be diverted from landfill.
Celebrate This Girl Can Week with a guided walk
Saturday 27 March, 10.30am, FREE, bookings essential
Join Parks Victoria rangers and This Girl Can ambassador Mardi in celebrating This Girl Can Week with a free guided walk through the beautiful Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve. Explore this peaceful reserve, following the 3.1km Kookaburra Bush Circuit trail.
This Girl Can is a VicHealth initiative to encourage women to become more active.
For more information, email: healthycommunities@parks.vic.gov.au
A boost for sport in Frankston City
The City’s first synthetic sports field officially opened this month at the Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve, as well as the upgraded female change facilities at Skye Recreation Reserve.
Have your say: Hall Road and Westernport Highway upgrades
Did you know that Hall Road has an average of 17,000 vehicles drive through every day? Upcoming works to Hall Road are about enhancing the safety and useability of the road, and the liveability of neighbouring communities. To view the design and provide your feedback, visit the Engage Victoria website before Sunday 28 March 2021.
Shade sail a cool idea for Frankston City
We are investing approximately $145,000 in shade sails this financial year as part of a cool idea to make our parks and reserves more user friendly
Our investment in shade sails follows extensive community feedback. Our 2020/21 program includes shade sails at R F Miles Reserve, Seaford; Seaford North Reserve; Weatherston Reserve, Seaford; Belvedere Park, Seaford; and Telopea Reserve, Frankston North.
Get the most out of your iPad
Thursday 25 March, 10.30–11.30am
During this information session we will show you some useful tips to customise your device and how to get it working better for you, including settings, apps, tabs, cookies and more.
This is a FREE event however bookings are essential due to limited places.
Please bring along your iPad/tablet
What's to come in season 2021!
All shows on sale Tuesday 30 March
Live performance is back at the Frankston Arts Centre (FAC)! Preview this year's program and organise your nights at the theatre for 2021.
This is your chance to preview the FAC Season 2021 — a series of performances that will entertain and delight.
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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