Frankston City commits to healthy rewards for junior sport
Frankston City is providing kids with healthier alternatives to fast-food and takeaway vouchers by rolling out the new Healthy Sports Rewards initiative from VicHealth.
The initiative will see two Frankston City junior sports clubs join Bendigo, Yarra Ranges, Shepparton and Nillumbik in replacing current junk food offerings with vouchers for healthy activities at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre (PARC).
New Langwarrin Dog Park a paw-fect outcome for furry friends
A partnership between Frankston City, Melbourne Water, MP Peta Murphy, the Langwarrin Community Centre and local residents has resulted in the delivery of the Melaleuca Reserve Dog Park.
North East Ward Cr David Asker said the grassroots initiative demonstrates what can occur when Council partners and works with other levels of Government, residents and organisations.
Plant giveaway for School Tree Planting Day
Council is giving away 50 free plants for schools and 25 for preschools to celebrate School Tree Planting Day on 30 July.
In addition, two schools will be selected to become a School Environment Ambassador and receive 300 free plants, a bird bath and a presentation from our Rangers.
Have your say on the Kananook Creek Gardens Vision Plan
Saturday 15 May, 10.30am–12pm, Broughton Reserve (adjacent to the Seaford Community Centre)
Enhancing access to the park, acknowledging the Traditional Owners and preserving ecological and cultural heritage are some of our priorities. Share your vision for Kananook Creek over a lemon myrtle tea, coffee or scone.
Have your say
Minimum passing laws in Victoria
Coming into effect last month, the rule makes it law for motorists to give people riding bicycles at least one metre clearance when overtaking on roads with speed limits up to 60km/h, and 1.5 metres on roads with speed limits above 60km/h.
Draft Municipal Early Years Action Plan
Our Municipal Early Years Plan (2021-2025) outlines how we will work in partnership with government, services and the community over the next four years to build positive outcomes for children aged 0-6 years and their families.
A district playground for Sandfield Reserve
You told us what's important to you and helped us develop priority projects to meet those needs.
We’re keen to know what you think.
Reducing barriers through our Disability Action Plan
We are dedicated to reducing barriers for people with a disability as part of work on the Disability Action Plan 2021 – 2026.
We need your help to identify and develop actions to address local barriers to accessing places like buildings, parks and the beaches, education and employment, information, activities and events and support services
Come and celebrate IDAHOBIT Day at our Open Mic night
Friday 14 May, 6–8pm, Ebdale Community Hub and Learning Centre, 20 Ebdale St, Frankston
Upcoming singers, musicians, comedians, poets, magicians are invited to perform on the stage and show off their talents for International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia.
This event is hosted by Fresh Entertainment with support from Frankston City Council’s Frankston Youth Service, headspace Frankston and the Victorian Government.
Check out our free online sustainability workshops
Composting for Beginners
Wednesday 19 May, 7.30–8.30pm
Worm Farming for Beginners
Thursday 20 May, 7.30–8.30pm
Attracting lizards to your gardens
Saturday 22 May, 1–2.30pm
FrankTALK with Hugh Mackay: The Kindness Revolution
Monday 10 May, 6pm, Frankston Arts Centre
Frankston City Libraries is proud to present social researcher, Hugh Mackay for a one-night-only event at the Frankston Arts Centre to speak about his latest book, The Kindness Revolution.
Hugh Mackay knows how to bring out the best in ourselves and in our society, in both good and troubled times.
This event is free but bookings are essential via the booking link or by calling 9784 1060.
FrankTALK with Katherine Firkin
Thursday 13 May, 1-2pm, Frankston Library
Frankston City Libraries is excited to be in-conversation and in-person with Katherine Firkin, for her latest release The Girl Remains. This chilling police thriller is set on the Mornington Peninsula, where the discovery of human bones on an isolated beach has reawakened a twenty-year-old cold case.
This event is free but bookings are essential as numbers are limited.
Sydney Dance Company comes to Frankston
Saturday 15 May, 7–8pm, Frankston Arts Centre
Fresh from a sell-out Sydney world premiere and smash-hit performances at the Adelaide Festival, Sydney Dance Company bring their latest work – Impermanence – to Frankston.
When COVID-19 struck in March 2020, Impermanence was only four days from its world premiere and opening night. After a tumultuous year, Sydney Dance Company bring it to the stage for the first time in 2021, now with added poignancy. Experience the power of dance and music, laden with meaning, fleeting and vulnerability.
Tickets are $60, and bookings essential.
Masterclass opportunity for local dancers!
Friday 14 May, 5–6.30pm, Cube 37, Frankston Arts Centre
Local dancers are encouraged to join the Sydney Dance Company at an exciting masterclass opportunity in the lead up to the Company’s performance of Impermanence at Frankston Arts Centre.
Participants will be guided through a contemporary technique warm up, learn Impermanence repertoire and be led through composition tasks utilised by Rafael Bonachela and the Company dancers to generate new movement for Impermanence.
Tickets are $25, and bookings essential.
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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