Access FREE seeds at Frankston City Libraries' Seed Library!

Grow your own herbs, vegetables and flowers with the Seed Library at Frankston City Libraries. You can find seed libraries at our Frankston, Carrum Downs and Seaford branches, where community members can borrow up to three packets of seeds to take home and plant. It’s completely free to use and a great way to save money, reduce food waste and build your gardening skills.

To help keep the Seed Library thriving, we’re always looking for seed donations from the community. Unused packets or seeds harvested from your own garden are welcome. Simply drop them off at any branch.

By sharing seeds, we can support each other to grow more at home and create a stronger, more sustainable community.

Our BIGGEST Schools Tree Day yet!

This year, Frankston City’s Schools Tree Day initiative will see more than 12,000 trees planted by over 5,500 children and students on Friday 24 July.

Supporting local biodiversity and richer outdoor learning, the program will benefit more than 60 kindergartens, preschools, primary and secondary schools across the municipality.

Congratulations to our 2026 Environmental Ambassador Schools:
✨ Frankston Heights Primary School
✨ John Paul College

These schools will receive 600 indigenous plants, onsite environmental education, and practical planting support. We commend every participating centre and school for contributing to this important annual environmental event.

Big Tree Giveaway 2026

Only 400 FREE trees left!

Almost 1000 trees have already found new homes through our Big Tree Giveaway — a Councillor initiative to increase canopy cover on private land.
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From small local favourites to beautifully large feature trees — including Banksias, Gums and She-Oaks — there’s something for every space 🌿⁠
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📍 Pick-up is available on Wednesdays or this coming Saturday 6 June from the Frankston Indigenous Nursery⁠ between 9:00AM to 12:00PM
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🌷 And while you’re there, why not grab a few extra plants? Indigenous tubestock starts from just $1.90.⁠
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Be quick — once the FREE trees are gone, they’re gone for good 💚⁠

Photo description: Nathalie holding tree stock that was lovingly grown by our nursery staff for the giveaway

Library of Things

Borrow instead of buy!

What if the thing you need already exists and you don't have to own it?

For over three years, our Library of Things has helped residents borrow tools, gadgets and kits instead of buying items that often go unused. Frankston City Libraries have partnered with Council’s Waste Circularity team to run this program and it’s FREE with a library card for members aged 18+.

From July 2025 to May 2026, items were borrowed 616 times, with 252 renewals. The result? Hundreds of moments where buying new wasn’t needed.

How to borrow:
1️⃣ Join the library (online or in person)
2️⃣ Visit the Frankston, Carrum Downs or Seaford library branch
3️⃣ Borrow items for three weeks (renewals available)

Have Your Say on Light Pollution

Artificial lighting at night is a growing area of research interest in ecology, environmental and health science, yet little is known about what the general public understands about the topic or how they feel about it. University of Melbourne PhD researcher Erin Campbell-Hooper is investigating exactly that. Council has identified artificial lighting at night as a growing area of interest within its coastal and environmental management work and has contributed to supporting this research to better inform future policy and practice.

Erin's survey asks Australians about their knowledge of artificial light at night, their attitudes towards it, and their opinions on potential changes to lighting policy and practice. Results will help researchers and decision-makers understand where community engagement is needed and which approaches are likely to have public support.

Responses are sought from people of all backgrounds and levels of familiarity with the topic. The survey takes just 10 minutes and is open until July 30th. Complete it for a chance to win a $100 gift voucher.

Photo description: Lighting in Hyde Park, Sydney, at night. Image credit: Paula Bray via Flickr (Licensed under Creative Commons BY-NC-ND 2.0)

Deep Listening to Nature

📅 Wednesday, 15 July 2026
⏰ 6:00PM - 8:00PM
📍 Frankston Library, 60 Playne Street

How can we engage our hearing to connect more deeply to nature around us?

Acoustic ecologist, Andrew Skeoch, will guide you into hearing the communications of nature; developing your listening skills, identifying species by ear, recognising behaviours and repertoire, and finding empathy with the voices of other beings.

Deeper listening allows us to hear the integrity of habitats and reveals communicative interactions that support the functioning of natural systems.

Andrew’s presentations are an immersive weaving of evocative recordings, fascinating spectrogram analysis and original ideas. You’ll hear the natural environment around you in a whole new way.

 Tickets are FREE.

REPAIR EVENT 1:
📅 Saturday, 30th May 2026
🕘 1:00PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Frankston North Community Centre

REPAIR EVENT 2:
📅 Saturday, 25th July 2026
🕘 1:00PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Karingal PLACE Neighbourhood Centre

REPAIR EVENT 3:
📅 Saturday, 19th September 2026
🕘 1:00PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Seaford Community Centre

REPAIR EVENT 4:
📅 Sunday, 18th October 2026
🕘 1:00PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Frankston South Community and Recreation Centre

From Waste to Worth: Frankston's Circular Future

Frankston City Council has endorsed a new Circularity Roadmap, setting out a practical five-year plan to reduce waste and make better use of our resources.

The roadmap builds on the great work already happening across our community, where residents, businesses and local groups are finding smarter ways to reuse, repair and reduce waste in everyday life. It brings these efforts together to create a stronger, more connected approach.

Focusing on areas like construction, food systems, manufacturing and everyday goods, the roadmap will support innovation, local jobs and a more resilient economy.

Importantly, it also positions Frankston City as a leader in the circular economy — with a clear ambition to become a regional hub for circular innovation.

Together, small changes can add up to big impact for our community and environment.

Photo description (above): The Great South Side Women’s Clothing Exchange by Melbourne Clothing Exchange was one of the many popular waste circularity focused events at Frankston City’s recent South Side Festival. 

National Volunteer Week: Celebrating our environmental volunteers!

During May, we celebrated the incredible contribution of our environmental volunteers, whose passion and dedication help protect Frankston City’s precious natural places.

This year, we especially acknowledge Friends of Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands Inc. (FESWI), which has played a vital role in conservation, community engagement and environmental education for decades. Since 1988, FESWI volunteers have helped champion significant achievements, including support for the Edithvale bird hide, Ramsar wetland recognition, and ongoing partnerships that strengthen wetland care.

We also wish Rex a very happy 90th birthday! And would like to thank all volunteers whose time, knowledge and commitment continue to inspire and make a lasting difference.

Photo description (above): Ellen and Rex at Seaford Wetlands on National Tree Day

Rebates for home and garden to help reduce household waste

Frankston City Council is helping local households reduce waste to landfill and their environmental impact through rebate programs for reusable products and discounted home composting units.

Homeowners and renters can apply for rebates on the purchase of sanitary products, reusable cloth nappies, and reusable incontinence underwear. Sustainable reusable alternatives may cost a little more up-front, but in the long term they can save you cash and help our planet.

We've also partnered with Compost Revolution to offer discounted compost bins, worm farms, bokashi bins, and pet poo composters to residents. Composting is a great way to turn your food scraps into nutrient-rich plant food for your garden, while doing something good for the environment.

Home composting can work in partnership with your green lid food and garden waste bin as each compost system accepts different food waste items. Food scraps and garden clippings placed in your household food waste bin is turned into nourishing compost for Victorian farmers and local gardens.

Book into our ❄️WINTER❄️ School Holiday Ranger Program

Join us on Wednesday the 1^st of July at Frankston Foreshore for our winter School Holiday Ranger Program!

Explore the foreshore to learn more about our native marine habitat, the value of biodiversity conservation, how to help care for our natural reserves and keep them clean.

There are three 1-hour sessions run in a day. Sessions start at 10am for 7 year-olds and younger, 8–12 year-olds at 11:30 am and a mixed age group 13-17 years at 1pm. Adult attendance is required.

Spaces are limited to 15 participants per session and must be booked in advance.

Photo description (above): Marine habitat activity at Frankston Foreshore.

New to Frankston City? Claim your Biodiversity Welcome Pack!

If you are new, or have recently relocated, to Frankston City - welcome to the neighbourhood! We'd love to help you get to know the amazing local fauna, flora and fungi that makes our area so special with your very own Biodiversity Welcome Pack.

As our newest neighbour, you'll learn how to be a good neighbour to our nature reserves. The pack will also share our biodiversity values, introduce you to the Gardens for Wildlife program and share how you can connect with others in our nature reserves.

By supporting our newest community members, especially those living near high conservation areas, we can all work together to help preserve and protect our precious nature reserves for everyone to enjoy both now and into the future.

Our 12-month program launches in June, and we invite new residents to join in by completing the registration form.

Sustainable Business Free Webinar

Sustainability certifications & claims: What's right for your business? 

📅 Wednesday, 10 June 2026
🕘 4:30PM – 5:30PM
📍 Online (Teams)

Join Sara from Small Mighty CSR to learn how businesses can navigate the world of sustainability certifications. Find out what's worth it, what isn't, and how to make credible claims with confidence.

Sustainability certifications can help build trust, win tenders, and stand out. But they can also be confusing and costly. How do you choose the right certification (if any), and make credible sustainability claims without overcommitting or greenwashing? 

Photo description (above): Soft Plastic Recycling Collection

📅 Wednesday, 10 June 2026
🕘 12:00PM – 1:00PM
📍 Online (Book Here)

Going all‑electric is financially savvy, but costs, savings, and incentives can vary by state and home type. Heat pump hot water and other upgrades can feel confusing — this live Q&A with Trent Jones will answer your electrification questions for freestanding homes, townhouses, and apartments.

📅 Wednesday, 24 June 2026
🕘 12:00PM – 1:00PM
📍 Online (Book Here)

While many know electric vehicles (EVs) can save money and reduce emissions, lots of people are still unsure about taking the leap and the real cost of ownership. Brendan Doyle will break down real‑world financial and lifestyle considerations for EV ownership so you can make informed decisions that suit your life and budget.

📅 Wednesday, 07 July 2026
🕘 12:00PM – 1:00PM
📍 Online (Book Here)

Join low‑waste food author Anna Kharzeeva for a live cooking demo showing how to turn simple ingredients, leftovers and pantry staples into delicious winter meals. Learn techniques that reduce waste, make food nourishing and save money on groceries.

📅 Wednesday, 24 June 2026
🕘 12:00PM – 1:00PM
📍 Online (Book Here)

Explore the real value of clothing beyond price tags in this interactive session with Jo Gambale. Learn practical, creative, and budget-friendly ways to care for your wardrobe while understanding the skills, time, and resources behind every garment.