Council asks community to support Raise the Rate campaign
The campaign has been developed in response to the unacceptable number of Newstart and Youth Allowance recipients who are living below the poverty line. Frankston City Mayor, Councillor Colin Hampton is calling on residents to join Council’s support for the campaign by signing the online petition. “When there are people still struggling to afford daily basics such as food and a roof over their head, something needs to change. “The Newstart
Allowance has barely increased in the past 24 years, despite the drastic rise in housing and utility costs, and changes to the labour market.” “The reality is that a single person with no children living on Newstart is forced to survive on just $39 per day ($273 per week).” This money is expected to cover their rent, bills, food, transport and medical costs. It’s just not enough,” said the Mayor. Council believes the low rate of payment directly impacts Frankston City by contributing to the high levels of poverty, rental stress and
homelessness in the city. To learn more visit: acoss.org.au/RaiseTheRate
Operation Emergency Ready
Would you and your family be prepared in an emergency situation?
Frankston City Council has been working a project in collaboration with the Greater Dandenong, Kingston and Mornington Peninsula councils to help you prepare for a range of emergencies. Part of this includes a FREE community event, Operation Emergency Ready, being held on Saturday, 13 October, 10am-3pm, Harmony Square, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. There will be activities for all ages, emergency services displays and prizes to be won. For more information contact Frankston Council’s Emergency Management Officer:
1300 322 322.
Frankston Waterfront Playground Redevelopment
Fun in the sun for the kids
The proposed works include the demolition of existing aged equipment, refurbishment and installation of new equipment suitable for the coastal environment. The new playground design includes: - Sand and water play zones
- Junior and senior play
spaces
- Maintenance of existing trees and foliage
- Decks and shelters
Works are on track to be completed by November 2018.
Dog Agility Park at
Ballam Park, Frankston
Off-leash exercise for your dogs
The new ‘pooch’ park, is set to be complete by Friday 21 September. Your dogs will now be able to weave, climb, balance and jump over hurdles until their hearts content. Work has included: - Hurdles of different heights
- Sit-stay platforms
- Vehicle, pedestrian and dog gates
- Picnic area with drink tap and dog bowl
The dog agility park will be ready in plenty of time for Pets’ Day Out in October.
Frankston Seniors Festival 2018 is coming up in October
Get involved in that new activity you have always wanted to try!
From Monday 1–Wednesday 31 October, one of the biggest festivals in our calendar year will be on. It's a great time to discover the welcoming community around you and get involved in that new interest you've always wanted to try. Some of the activities on offer include: - Craft & Cuppa
- Getting ready for retirement workshops
- Sorrento Ferry meal deal
- Grandparents pop-up playgroup
- iPad and smartphone training
- Beginners ballroom dance lessons...and much more!
Why not grab yourself a copy of the Frankston Seniors Festival 2018 booklet and fill up your calendar in October? The activities on offer are either free or low-cost, so take this opportunity to get out and about. Frankston Seniors Festival booklets can be found at various locations throughout the city.
Funding for up to $200,000 available
Vote before Monday 17 September to see your favourite local project go in the running to receive funding from the Victorian Government. Visit pickmyproject.vic.gov.au and search for ‘Frankston’, then select the projects you’d like to see benefit.
Sleep and settling classes
Looking for a good nights sleep?
This FREE workshop for 6–12 month babies provides information and flexible strategies on sleeping patterns, associations and routines. Wednesday 19 September, 1.30–3.30pm, Botany Park Maternal and Child Care Centre, 53 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs.
Plenty of reasons to enjoy our city
Shop, connect, explore and learn in Frankston City with a range of Council and community events, activities and workshops on offer, including: - Seaford Farmers Market, Sunday 16 September, 8am–1pm, Broughton Reserve, Station Street, Seaford.
- Melbourne Chamber Orchestra: From Venice to Madrid , Monday 17 September,
7.30–9.30pm, Frankston Arts Centre, 27-37 Davey Street, Frankston. - Toddler sleep 1–3 years, Thursday 20 September, 1–3pm, Montague Park Maternal and Child Health Centre, Bentley Place Frankston.
- Baby Makes 3, Thursday 20 September, 6.30pm – 8.30pm, Langwarrin Community Centre, 2 Lang Road Langwarrin.
- Frankston & Peninsula Relay For Life, Saturday 22 September– Sunday 23 September, 4pm–11am, Ballam Park Athletics Track, Benanee
Drive Frankston.
- Ickypedia, Monday 24 September, 11am and 2pm, Frankston Arts Centre, 27–37 Davey Street, Frankston.
Meet the Mayor and CEO, Wednesday 26 September, 2–4pm, Civic Centre,
Councillors Meeting Room, 30 Davey Street, Frankston.
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