Marking IDAHOBIT day 

Frankston City Council marked IDAHOBIT — the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia — with a flag raising ceremony at the Civic Centre.

Community Member Kai raised Council’s Intersex Inclusive Progress Pride Flag — a public symbol of our commitment to Frankston City being a welcoming place for everyone.

The Frankston Arts Centre was also lit up in rainbow colours to acknowledge and celebrate our LGBTQIA+ community, as part of our Creative Lights program

Council will soon be releasing the final draft of our Inclusion Action Plan for community consultation, which will provide a framework for supporting our LGBTQIA+, CALD, disability, positive ageing and carer communities.

If you or someone you know is looking for support, we have range of free services and resources available for our LGBTQIA+ community.

Celebrating the opening of Nairm Marr Djambana multi-use hub

Frankston’s First Nations community celebrated the opening of the new Nairm Marr Djambana multi-use hub in April at Jubilee Park.

Community members joined Frankston City Mayor Cr Sue Baker, Councillors Steffie Conroy, Emily Green and Nathan Butler, Federal Member for Dunkley Jodie Belyea MP, State Member for Frankston Hon Paul Edbrooke, and Nairm Marr Djambana Chairperson Alan Johnson and CEO Deb Mellett to officially open the new facility.

Funded by $850,000 from the Australian Government’s Investing in Our Communities Program and delivered by Frankston City Council, the new hub provides a fit‑for‑purpose space to support programs that strengthen health, wellbeing, education and cultural connection for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across Frankston City and surrounding areas.

Putting Frankston City First this Victorian election

Council is seeking co-investment in nine priority projects as part of our advocacy campaign in the lead up to the state election:

• Bruce Park Pavilion Redevelopment
• Langwarrin Men’s Shed expansion
• Len Phelps Pavilion refurbishment
• Connected Neighbourhoods
• Community Connectors
• Frankston & Mornington Peninsula Zero
• Baxter Park multi-sports and entry safety upgrades
• Monterey Reserve precinct revitalisation
• Langwarrin district play space

Find out more about the community projects we’re championing, and how you can contact your local candidates to ask them to put Frankston City First.

Australia's most accessible beach to return! 

Australia’s Most Accessible Beach is returning for the 2026–27 summer season.

Throughout the pilot, people who hadn’t been able to visit a beach for years — sometimes decades — returned to the sand, touched the water and felt a sense of belonging that many believed was no longer possible. Families travelled from across Victoria so their loved ones could experience the ocean for the very first time.

This program would not exist without Accessible Beaches, delivered with the support of Surf Lifesaving Victoria and the backing of more than 30 generous local sponsors, including our major supporters the Social Inclusion Action Group (SIAG) Frankston.

Next summer, we’re building on that momentum and focusing on removing barriers, expanding access and welcoming more people back to the beach.

Better parks and paths for a growing Frankston City

Council is delivering upgrades to six local parks across the city, improving paths, accessibility, safety, urban greening and overall amenity.

These works are part of a $1.83 million co‑funded program, with Council contributing $915,000 and matching funding secured through the Victorian Government’s Pick My Park program — helping us deliver more improvements sooner while using community funds responsibly.

Works began this month at George Pentland Botanic Gardens, with a new accessible path network. Other funded projects in Frankston include:

• Montague Reserve: Dec 2026
• Kashmir Reserve: Feb 2027
• Lipton Reserve: Aug 2027
• Roberts Reserve: Feb 2028
• Franciscan Reserve: April 2028

Additional projects have been submitted under Round Two of Pick My Park, with potential community voting opportunities planned for mid‑2026. 

Supporting access to disability-friendly facilities  

The Master Locksmiths Access Key (MLAK) is a system designed to give people with disabilities 24-hour access to a network of public facilities across Australia. The MLAK key ensures disability-friendly facilities are accessible only to those who need them.  

MLAK‑accessible toilets are available at selected locations, including the Frankston Life Saving Club and George Pentland Botanical Gardens. MLAK keys also enable access to the Liberty Wheelchair Swing at the Waterfront playground.  

People with a disability, carers and disability organisations can borrow a MLAK key at no charge from the Frankston Civic Centre or by contacting 1300 322 322 (Monday–Friday. Photo ID required).

You can also purchase your own MLAK key to keep. MLAK keys are available for purchase from the Master Locksmith Association by anyone with a disability or a carer of someone with disability, with written confirmation from a doctor, a disability organisation or a community health centre. 

2027 Kindergarten Registrations now open

Kindergarten is an important step for young children and strongly recommended for all. It helps build confidence and independence, supports health and wellbeing, develops social skills, and encourages a lifelong love of learning—setting children up for a smooth transition to primary school.

Kindergarten registrations for 2027 are now open for three and four-year-old sessional kindergarten.

To be considered in the opening offers, we ask that you register by:

• Four-year-old kindergarten: 12 June 2026

• Three-year-old kindergarten: 3 August 2026

Registration is FREE and we encourage families to register early to secure their place.

Think Local this June

We’re encouraging everyone to explore what is available to buy locally first, before looking beyond the municipality for Think Local month this June.

Spending at local businesses keeps our local economy ticking by supporting local supply chains, staff wages and business owners to keep spending within Frankston City

With more than 44,000 businesses registered in Frankston City, we have everything you could possibly need, meaning there’s no requirement to look beyond our city’s borders for your next gift, repair, service or purchase.

We’ll kick off the month with the Think Local Launch event and run a series of training sessions and workshops throughout the month to help businesses capitalise on the wave of support coming their way.

Head to the Frankston City Business Directory to find a range of 450 local businesses operating within Frankston City, from manufacturing, construction, retail and hospitality to home-based services, health care, beauty and real estate.

Pictured: Clover from local boutique Creek & Bay

Frantastic Food Safety Award winner announced!

The popular Chinese and Malaysian restaurant Emperor Palace on Beach Street has taken out the prestigious 2026 Frantastic Food Safety Excellence Award!

Emperor Palace has been a staple of the Beach Street shopping strip in Frankston for well over 20 years.

Proprietor, Jacky Tsui and his team have consistently demonstrated a very strong level of food safety knowledge, with a particular clear understanding of time and temperature control for high-risk foods.

Each year, Council’s Frantastic Food Safety Awards program provides local food businesses with the opportunity to showcase their commitment to providing customers with the safest possible food.

Last month 37 businesses were presented with a Frantastic Food Safety Award.

Looking for a simple way to get more active this autumn?

Peninsula Leisure's 30-20-2 initiative breaks it all down: 30 minutes of moderate activity OR 20 minutes of vigorous activity, PLUS 2 days of muscle strengthening per week.

Whether it's dancing in the kitchen, walking the dog, or lifting weights — there's something to suit every lifestyle.

Frankston Arts Centre wins Best Regional Event Venue in Victoria

The stunning and versatile Frankston Arts Centre is the WINNER of Spice Magazine and News’ Hot 100 Hotels and Venues for 2026, Best Regional Event Venue in Victoria!

A reader-voted award from an audience of industry professionals, this recognition is a clear sign of the venue’s popularity and drawing capacity from across the state.

This year, the Arts Centre will also provide a more accessible and inclusive forecourt precinct featuring a new drop off zone, safer gradients and improved lighting.

Nominate a special volunteer this National Volunteer Week

This week is National Volunteer Week and there’s still time to nominate a local volunteer for a Volunteering Frankston Award!

Do you know someone who gives their time week after week to make Frankston City a better place?

Nominations are open across six categories:

• Service
• Leadership
• Rising Star
• Youth Community
• Senior Community
• Teamwork

Nominations close 5pm Friday 22 May — don't leave it too late!

And if you represent a local organisation, you can self-nominate for the Organisation Award, which comes with a $1,000 prize.

Have your say

PlayStation still up for grabs! 

Council’s community engagement and youth services team are continuing to survey the community’s thoughts and perspectives in our Youth Services programs.  

The engagement is open until Thursday 28 May, meaning you still have time to enter the draw to win a PlayStation 5! 

Your feedback will help inform Council's next Youth Action Plan, helping us to work with, support and provide opportunities to our community members, aged 12–24. 

If you know someone in this age bracket who would love a new gaming console, be sure to send them the below link!

All survey participants will enter the draw to win the PlayStation, valued at nearly $1,000!

Frankston City Entrepreneur Program Awards

The Frankston City Entrepreneur Program Awards celebrated the achievements of our 2025–26 participants.

Hosted at Frankston Brewhouse, the evening recognised 12 emerging entrepreneurs who completed five intensive workshops, a pitch presentation and one‑on-one mentoring with local business experts.

Congratulations to five of the top participants who were awarded $10,000 to help establish their business ideas: Under Cover Paws, ExploreAble, Bella Sourdough, LinkForward and Little Compass Collective, and to Cosy Coatings for receiving a Frankston Business Chamber membership.

We look forward to seeing their vision brought to fruition in Frankston City!

Sandfield Reserve official opening

Friday 29 May, 3pm–5pm, Sandfield Reserve, Carrum Downs

Third time lucky! After a few weather delays last year, we’re finally officially opening the revitalised Sandfield Reserve.

Join us for a fun afternoon of community celebrations featuring free Super Whip ice cream, hot drinks from The Laughing Lark Café van, a sausage sizzle from Frankston North Rotary, plus heaps of activities with the Frankston Youth Services Youth Bus.

Come and see the fantastic new facilities including:

• play space
• walking and running paths
• exercise equipment
• popular youth space
• new public toilets

The $4.95 million upgrade was jointly funded by the Victorian and Australian governments and Council. Thank you to everyone in the community who helped shape the project through feedback and ideas. 

Find out more about the project

Reconciliation Through Art and Conversations

Wednesday 27 May 1pm, FREE, bookings essential

Take part in a relaxed and reflective guided painting session as part of National Reconciliation Week at the library.

Facilitated by N’Dene, a proud Parrdarrama Pungenna and Six Rivers Aboriginal woman, qualified primary school teacher, and contemporary Aboriginal artist, this workshop invites participants to explore creativity, learning and connection through art.

K-Pop Live

Tuesday 30 June 2.30pm and 6pm, bookings essential

K-Pop Live is the ultimate high-energy concert experience, delivering a vibrant celebration of music, dance, and performance.

Enjoy crowd favourites from the biggest  K-Pop groups Blackpink, BTS, Stray Kids, and more along with the addictive songs from K-POP Demon Hunters - Golden, Soda Pop and more..