Major initiative to combat homelessness has launched in Frankston
Frankston Zero – an initiative to combat homelessness and assist rough sleepers was launched last week as part of National Homelessness Week (1-7 August 2021).
Established by the Frankston City Strategic Housing and Homelessness Alliance, Frankston Zero is a collaboration of 14 agencies and the culmination of two years of intensive planning to address the rising rates of rough sleeping homelessness in the municipality.
With a 388 per cent increase in rough sleeping homelessness since 2016, the State Government has recognised Frankston as one of nine rough sleeper hotspots in Victoria.
Frankston Zero is already transforming the local approach to homelessness support and outreach. It is bringing service providers together to deliver a coordinated response for people sleeping rough.
‘Green light’ for revitalisation of a Frankston City Centre gateway
Works are underway on a significant greening initiative at a key gateway to the Frankston City Centre.
Frankston City Council’s City Centre Greening Program will see significant landscape improvements to the north and south sides of the Fletcher Rd overpass.
While improving the experience of the area, tree planting will contribute to Council’s commitment to increasing its urban forest tree canopy and the Greening our Future Strategy.
Revitalising the gateway to our city, is in line with a rolling pipeline of projects that reflect our vision to improve amenities, perceptions of Frankston and community safety.
Frankston City builds on vibrant arts collection
Frankston City Council is building on its vibrant arts and culture, delivering new sculptures as part of its public arts offering.
Mayor, Kris Bolam, said Frankston City was well known as a thriving arts hub with a strong commitment to connecting to the community through art.
“Council has worked hard to build our City’s impressive collection of public art, which features interactive murals, dynamic sculptures, public performances and the popular yearly street art festival, Big Picture Fest, with an investment of $140K─$180K annually.
Over the next 12 months, residents and visitors will see at least five new sculptures installed across our city and its suburbs, including a new gateway sculpture.
South East B.I.G Build Expo and Workshop - now online
Important Update: The Wednesday 11 August workshop (3.30-5.30pm) will now be hosted online. The Expo on Thursday 12 August (10am-2.30pm) is going ahead live on the Invest Frankston Facebook page.
The South East B.I.G Build will showcase over $1 billion worth of the latest exciting new developments coming to our incredible region, and provide an opportunity for local businesses to hear from developers about ways they can get involved. The event will also outline government procurement and the tender process, with a tender workshop session available as an add on ticket purchase.
Kananook Creek Gardens Vision Plan to enhance precious environment
Frankston City Council has enhanced its commitment to our precious environment with the adoption of the 2021 Kananook Creek Gardens Vision Plan.
Councillors voted unanimously at a recent Council Meeting to adopt the Plan, which sets out five key principles and corresponding actions focused on preserving the local ecology and honouring cultural heritage.
Read Rachel's vaccination story
"In 2015 I received a lifesaving kidney transplant. Due to my anti-rejection drugs, I’m immunocompromised so at higher risk of severe illness and dying from COVID-19.
"I chose to get vaccinated because I wanted to give myself the best chance at life, honour my donor and play my part in preventing the spread of COVID-19.
"We need to protect ourselves and those around us from this deadly virus. Getting vaccinated seems the right choice and our best way to get back to happier and simpler times."
To book your vaccination appointment:
Go online https://portal.cvms.vic.gov.au/
Call 1800 675 398 or contact your GP
If you have a pre-existing medical condition and/or disability, or have questions about getting vaccinated, speak to your GP before making a booking. Your doctor is the best person to answer all your questions about COVID-19 vaccines, current medications and your health.
Brolga Reserve, Carrum Downs
We are seeking your input and ideas to help us prepare a playground and park improvement plan for Brolga Reserve including playspace, with improvements like picnic facilities, tree planting and lighting.
We want to know what is important for you to see in the park in future, including park furniture, lighting, and trees.
Feedback closes at midnight 25 August
Aged Care Employee Day
Over the weekend, we acknowledged Aged Care Employee Day, to recognise the amazing contribution of the 360,000 aged care workers across the country.
We would like give a shout out to our Direct Care Workers, Community Transport Officers, Home Maintenance Officers and Meals on Wheels staff/volunteers, who provide essential care and support to older residents in Frankston.
Over the past 18 months in particular, through COVID-19 outbreaks and restrictions, your dedication to caring for our aged care recipients has been inspiring to watch.
National Tree Day - cancelled
Unfortunately our National Tree Day planting event scheduled for Sunday 15 August has been cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Thank you to everyone who registered. We look forward to seeing you at next year's event. In the meantime, Council staff will make sure Robinsons Park receives all trees and plants earmarked for Sunday's event.
Lathams Road Upgrade
The Lathams Road Upgrade team is preparing to build a new bridge over Peninsula Link.
To do this, they're laying asphalt for a temporary new lane on the existing bridge. Then they'll move traffic over so they can safely enter the new bridge site from Lathams Road.
Looking for work, training or support?
Our Jobs Victoria Advocates are providing the following online information sessions this week:
11 August, 11am - click here for event link.
12 August, 4pm - click here for event link.
Arts grants and commissions now open to inspire creatives
Frankston Arts Centre has enhanced its commitment to our arts community with a range of grants and commissions now open to inspire, nurture and energise our creatives.
North East Ward Cr Suzette Tayler said the Artist Project Grants – proudly supported by Frankston City Council – are now open to artists and creatives living, working or with strong connections to Frankston City.
Council adopts Draft Municipal Early Years Plan 2021 - 2025
Frankston City Councillors recently voted unanimously to adopt the Draft Municipal Early Years Plan 2021 – 2025 following extensive community consultation.
South Ward Cr Claire Harvey said: “Children are our future – the Plan is a holistic and robust roadmap for enabling best outcomes for families with children up to six years in the municipality, demonstrating a whole-of-Council commitment to the early years in Frankston City.”
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Child's Day at Mahogany Rise Child Care
On 4 August, the educators and children at Mahogany Rise Child and Family Centre celebrated National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day, with this year's theme 'Proud in Culture, Strong in Spirit.'
The day started with an Acknowledgement of Country and continued with activities on Australian animals to our natural environment, clay, seed planting, red sand play and natural material bracelet making.
The children were very excited to see a didgeridoo and boomerang and to dance to Indigenous music . The Centre enjoyed a delicious bush tucker lunch from the Cooee Café and the children made damper with desert raisin blend and lemon myrtle and wattle seed cookies for afternoon tea.
Sunday Soirées music series at McClelland
A new series of Sunday Soirées music performances will be held at McClelland, commencing Sunday 5 September 2-4pm with the Partridge String Quartet.
McClelland director, Lisa Byrne, says, “Come and experience great music with art in our perfect bushland setting. It is wonderful to be able to support musicians at this time with performance opportunities and to offer our community experiences that promote social connectivity and positive well-being.
Performance 1: Sunday 5 September, 2-4pm - Partridge String Quartet
Performance 2: Sunday 3 October, 2-4pm - Sarah Curro Volume
Performance 3: Sunday 7 November, 2-4pm - Michelle Nicolle Quartet
Performance 4: Sunday 5 December, 2-4pm - Stiletto Sisters
McClelland Members/Circle Members $60 and Non-Members $68
Children 13-17 years $20 per performance and children under 12 years free.
Bookings essential
World Wide Paint out with Peninsula Arts Society
Members of the Peninsula Arts Society are participating in a World Wide Paint Out over three days, from 10-12 September at Frankston Foreshore.
Painting will commence each day at 8.30am at the following locations:
Friday 10 September - grassed area near the Frankston Pier,
Saturday 11 September - grassed area adjacent to the car park, near Waves Restaurant
Sunday 12 September - the car park near the amenities block at the base of Oliver’s Hill.
For more information, contact the Peninsula Arts Society, here.
One-on-one tech sessions
Thursday 26 August, 10am to 12pm FREE
Spend 30 minutes with one of our tech team looking at your phone, tablet, iPad or laptop.
We can help with settings, downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks, online forms, emails, photos, Apps, Social Media, Websites, Wifi and more.
Follow the below link and enter your name and contact details, and one of our team will be in touch to book in your 30 minute, personalised session.
Entries NOW OPEN for FAC KidsFest ‘Still Life’ Art Exhibition
Calling all kids aged 4-12 years! Enter a still life artwork on paper to be hung on the wall for all to see at Cube Gallery from 9 September to 2 October.
Get creative and draw your artwork on A3 paper whilst stuck at home, then bring it to the FAC Box Office to pay your $20 entry fee and pick up your frame when the FAC re-opens!
There are some amazing prizes to be won, including First Prize of $150, Highly Commended Prizes of $50 for each age group and a People’s Prize of a Family Pass to the theatre.
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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