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Frankston City Council Newsletter NOVEMBER 2012 Next edition will be distributed in January 2013

Summer Events Season Heats Up Familiar favourites return along with new entertainment line-ups providing lots of options for residents and visitors this summer

Sculptures in the Park

Life in the City

The McClelland Sculpture Survey and Award brings 36 funky new outdoor features to the stunning Sculpture Park in Langwarrin.

A range of Christmas-themed activities are coming soon including:

This event is not to be missed and you can vote for your favourite sculpture. With free entry, this suits all ages and offers a worldclass destination for your visiting friends and family. Open Tuesday–Sunday, from 18 November 2012 until 14 July 2013.

Frankston Waterfront Festival

• Frankston’s Christmas Festival of Lights Sand Sculpting Australia’s newest exhibition opens celebration on Saturday, 24 November. Come along on Boxing Day (Wednesday, 26 December) featuring to the corner of Young and Playne Streets from massive sculptures of mermaids, sea witches, 5:00pm for lots of free entertainment and activities poseidon and Atlantis alongside whales, submarines, • Santa's Workshop – children’s Christmas craft sharks and a coral reef. The exhibition also features works from Australian children's writer and illustrator event, Hoyts film, snack and the chance to have a photo with Santa and the team Graeme Base's book “The Sign of the Seahorse”. • Christmas Story Telling and Gingerbread Integrated with the sculptures will be children’s decorating at Robinsons Bookshop activities including Sand Sculpting Workshops, Sand • Cup cake and gingerbread house making Art, Sand Bottles, Sand Diggers, Giant Sand Pit, workshops at Cake This Children’s Activity Sheet, Channel 9 Summer Chill Zone and a NEW Lego Play Zone.

On weekends and school holidays, there will be roving entertainment, face painting and, for the first time, Speed Carving will be showcased.

• Christmas film night at Frankston Library: Arthur Christmas (G) an Aardman comedy for the entire family - Monday, 10 December, 6:00pm. Free entry. Bookings: 9784 1020.

• Christmas themed Library storytime sessions for tiny tots and pre-schoolers between 11 and 14 December at Frankston, Carrum Downs, Karingal PLACE and Mahogany Rise Primary School. Details: 9784 1020.

Open daily from 10:00am at Frankston Waterfront until Anzac Day 2013. Tickets can be purchased at the event (cash only) or from the Frankston Visitor Information Centre using credit cards and eftpos.

Details: www.visitfrankston.com or 1300 322 842

• Write your letter to Santa by 14 December – apply a 60c stamp, address to Santa, NORTH POLE 9999 and include your address so Santa can write back. Visit www.auspost.com.au/education More details will be available online, visit www.frankston.vic.gov.au, follow ‘Frankston City’ on Facebook or phone 1300 322 322.

This major summer event returns to Frankston Waterfront on Saturday, 19 January and Sunday, 20 January 2013.

Win Tickets

Featuring the live ‘n’ local main stage entertainment, interactive activities, challenge arena and Saturday night fireworks, this family-friendly event is a popular highlight in the summer calendar.

to Sand Sculpting

Enter the Reader competition See page 4

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2012 Council Election Results

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Your Frankston Your Story

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State of the City report 2012

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Recycling & Garden waste

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In this issue Christmas Festival of Lights.................Cover wrap Your Council ....................................................... 2 Our Community .................................................. 3 Connected Community ...................................... 4 I Love Frankston ................................................ 5 Your Frankston, Your Story (survey)................... 6

Your New Councillors The Victorian Electoral Commission announced the successful candidates for Frankston City Council Elections on 29 October 2012:

North East Ward Sandra Mayer Colin Hampton Michael O'Reilly

Building a Better City ......................................... 8 State of the City Report 2012 ........................ 9-12 Frankston Arts Centre....................................... 13 Tjuringa (Enviro News) ............................... 14-15 Build Your Business...................................... 16-17 Sports Telecast ........................................... 18-19 Recycling & Garden Waste Calendar ........... 20

Contact details Frankston Civic Centre Corner Young and Davey Streets, Frankston Phone: 1300 322 322 Fax: 9784 1094 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:20am - 5:00pm

Seaford Customer Service Centre 120 Nepean Highway, Seaford Phone: 8773 9601 Fax: 8773 9600 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Saturday, 9:00am-noon

Langwarrin Customer Service Centre Shop 6, Gateway Village Shopping Centre Cranbourne - Frankston Road, Langwarrin Phone: 8786 6512 Fax: 8786 6511 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Saturday, 9:00am - 12noon

North West Ward Glenn Aitken James Dooley Rebekah Spelman South Ward Brian Cunial Darrel Taylor Suzette Tayler

The Mayor will be elected by Councillors at a Special (Statutory) Meeting on Thursday, 8 November 2012, where the new Council will be sworn in. Council Meeting dates will also be determined at this meeting – after this newsletter has gone to print. The new Councillors will have the opportunity to introduce themselves and provide their contact details in the January edition of Frankston City News. In the meantime you can contact Councillors via email [email protected] Details: www.frankston.vic.gov.au or follow ‘Frankston City’ on Facebook.

Reaching our Potential Through the election process the community has determined who will represent them over the next four years. I would like to acknowledge all candidates who put themselves forward as potential Councillors. I would also like to thank the outgoing Councillors for their service to the community.

Carrum Downs Library and Customer Service Centre 203 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs Phone: 9782 0418 Fax: 9782 0187 Hours: Monday to Wednesday, 11:00am - 6:00pm Thursday, 1:00pm - 8:00pm Friday, 9:30am - 4:30pm Saturday, 11:00am - 4:00pm Sunday, noon - 4:00pm

Visitor Information Centre 7N, Pier Promenade, Frankston Waterfront Phone: 1300 322 842 Hours: Seven days a week, 9:00am - 5:00pm If you have any comments about Frankston City News, good or bad, we would like to hear them.

Write to - Postal Address: Frankston City Council PO Box 490, Frankston 3199 Email: [email protected]

Councillors pictured from left to right: Suzette Tayler; James Dooley; Rebekah Spelman; Darrel Taylor; Sandra Mayer; Brian Cunial; Glenn Aitken; Michael O'Reilly and Colin Hampton

The number of candidates reflects a strong interest in the future of our community and as a Council we must build upon this interest by continuing to work alongside the community we have the privilege to serve. Congratulations to the newly elected Councillors who will represent you for the next four years. Together with Council staff, I look forward to assisting the newly elected Council to commence addressing the various issues raised through the election campaign whilst continuing to deliver existing projects and services. These are exciting times for Frankston City and I am looking forward to meeting many of you and listening to your views to enable the Council to effectively represent you. There is much to be done and success will only be achieved if we work together. Throughout this newsletter there are examples of projects that have commenced to benefit the community. I intend making myself available to the community as much as possible and will be visiting all parts of the municipality on a regular basis to ensure Council continues to fully understand your needs. Our community has a proud history and can continue to build upon its successes as we look to the future with confidence. Council, staff and the community working together will make sure Frankston City reaches its full potential.

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Dennis Hovenden CEO www.frankston.vic.gov.au

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Caring and Sharing Money raised locally is being reinvested locally through the Frankston Charitable Fund’s inaugural round of grants. The Frankston Community Fund is a charitable fund set up for the Frankston community by Frankston City Council under the Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation Local Government Charitable Trust Account Scheme. Frankston Chess Club received a grant for $700 for IT equipment

Frankston Ladies Choir are able to purchase choral risers with their $1000 grant

The fund will generate interest and dividends to support local charities and community organisations. The 2012 grant recipients are:

Supporting Our Community Groups

1. Ardoch Youth Foundation - $3,000 to provide literacy and numeracy School Readiness Packs for children in need, starting school in 2013

Council recently announced its latest round of grants to support local community groups. This year 102 groups received funding to a total value of $167,000.

2. Life-Gate Incorporated - $1,610 to provide safety jackets and signage for Street Outreach Workers assisting at risk youth in the community

The range of programs reflects the extensive support and commitment community groups provide in Frankston City. It is a great tribute to the strength of our community that so many groups have identified areas where services can be offered, and put up their hands to make it happen. This is largely through the enormous contribution volunteers make to everyday life in Frankston City. Applications for the 2013-2014 grants are now invited and close on 28 February 2013. Categories for grants included Arts and Events; Start Up Funding; and Operational and Minor Equipment. Applications forms are available online www.frankston.vic.gov.au or phone 9784 1015. A full list of this year’s community grants recipients is also available on Council’s website. Recipients included: •

$500 for Peninsula Pedallers bicycle trailer

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$925 for Frankston Fabulous Fifties Swimming Club

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$1,318 for U3A Frankston activities

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$1,500 for 1st Ballam Park Scout Group for camping equipment

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$1,500 for Carrum Downs Fire Brigade quickcut rescue saw

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$1,500 for Karingal Netball Club uniforms and training equipment

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$1,652 for Skye Football Club goal post padding

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$1,700 for Country Women’s Association hot water service and stove

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$2,400 for Nasir Community Development Agency for vocational training assistance for migrants

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$2,500 for Frankston Churches Community Breakfast

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$2,500 for Langwarrin Fire Brigade defibrillator

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$2,500 for Lions Club of Karingal respite weekend for families of children with an intellectual disability

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$2,500 for Operation Larder – food relief for families in crisis

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$2,600 for Pines Community Mens Shed industrial air compression system

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$5,000 for Connecting Skills Australia employment program for young adults with a disability

NDIS FORUM 2012 Wednesday, 5 December Frankston Arts Centre, Function Centre Davey Street, Frankston 9:30am - 1:00pm FREE entry Light refreshments provided

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3. Operation Larder - $5,000 to provide emergency food supplies to people in need in the community A Committee of Management assessed grant applications to the fund. Chairperson Yvens Ferraz De Camargo said “After three years of vigorous fundraising it is great to be at the point of giving back to the community through this grants program. "We look forward to investing more in local services as the Fund continues to grow – thanks to all the support so far from businesses and the community.”

Come and hear about the National Disability Insurance Scheme

Guest speakers include: Ken Haley, Dr Jane Tracy, Mr Bruce Bonyhady AM, John McKenna and Leah Hobson. Bookings: 9784 1060 or [email protected] Free sausage sizzle and live entertainment! BYO picnic rug or table and chairs. Bookings contact 9784 1046 or 9784 1943 Don’t forget your sunscreen and hat!

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Peninsula Toy Run 2012 Saturday, 1 December, 7:30am–9:30am Frankston Pier Carpark, Frankston Waterfront

Volunteer Drivers Needed

Up to 500 motorcycles leave for Rosebud.

Help young people in the local community by volunteering one hour per week in the L2P learner driver program.

Prize for best decorated bike – open to all motorcycles. Donations of unwrapped new toys or canned food welcome.

In Victoria, Learner drivers under the age of 21 years must achieve at least 120 driving hours before they can take the Probationary licence test, but there are a significant number of young people who do not have an adult in their lives to help them gain this experience.

All proceeds go to Food for All – helping to make a brighter Christmas for our less fortunate families. Contact: John Smollen: 5978 6280 or [email protected]

Sand Sculpting Australia Reader Competition Main Prize: Family Pass to Sand Sculpting with a Sandsational gift pack including Lego, Graeme Base books, Sand Art and Sand Bottle activities. Or win one of 50 family passes! What is your favourite Graeme Base book? Your Answer: Your Name: Age: Address:

Community Buses

Details: Catherine Nelsson on 9768 1366 or [email protected].

Does your group struggle to access affordable transport to help members attend programs and activities?

L2P mentor Tony Astone (centre) with L2P Coordinator Catherine and Rob McKenzie from Travis Honda, Wells Road, Seaford - major sponsor

Your community group can hire a modern automatic 12 seater mini bus from Council. To use this service your group must be: •

A voluntary not for profit group or organisation

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Based in the geographical boundaries of the Frankston municipality, and/or servicing a significant number of Frankston City residents

The activity must be specific/or related to the normal activities conducted at the club, organisation or group.

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Phone: Email: ⃝ Yes, I would like to receive information about Frankston City Council events

‘Come and Try’

Post your answer to: Sand Sculpting Competition, Media and Communications, Frankston City Council PO Box 490, FRANKSTON VIC 3199 Or email: [email protected]

FREE land and water based activities for all abilities

Friday, 30 November 10:30am – 2:30pm This community hire service has been supporting local community groups for more than 20 years and is a way in which Council is assisting clubs to keep their members active and connected within the community. This is a self drive service and the bus can be driven by anyone with a current full drivers licence, an endorsed licence is not a requirement. The cost of hiring the bus is $110.50 per day plus fuel and a refundable $100 bond, payable seven days prior to the hiring date. The bus is available for hire by community groups seven days a week.

Privacy Statement: Personal information will be used solely for the purpose of entering the Under the Sea competition. Personal information will not be passed onto any third party without your permission.

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The L2P – learner driver mentor program is run by Council's Youth Services team, funded by the TAC and managed by VicRoads. Full training, insurance and car provided.

Empowering your Club

Entries close: Friday, 30 November 2012 Winners will be notified by: 14 December 2012

Make a difference in just one hour

Frankston Waterfront Pier Promenade, Frankston Free barbecue and music entertainment. Help Celebrate International Day of People with Disability and the launch of Frankston’s New Beach Wheelchair.

Dress in your favourite beach wear or sports team colours Prize giveaways on the day

For further information about the service, conditions of use, availability, or to make a booking contact Frankston City Council’s Program Support Officer on 9768 1681.


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Escape with the Fairies, Bugs and More McClelland Sculpture Survey & Award 2012 The McClelland Sculpture Survey is the most important outdoor sculpture exhibition in Australia and opens Sunday, 18 November 2012 until 14 July 2013 at the McClelland Gallery + Sculpture Park in Langwarrin. Featured every two years, these visiting sculptures are not to be missed. The Sculpture Park is a great day out for all ages, with intriguing and inspiring art displayed throughout gardens. Admission is free and you can BYO picnic or enjoy the on site café.

Seaford Committee Members Wanted If you live or work in Seaford, this is an exciting opportunity to be involved in supporting local initiatives, developing networks and making a difference in your community. Establishing the Seaford Community Committee is a recommendation of the Seaford Local Action Plan that was developed following local community workshops.

The winner of the $100,000 McClelland Sculpture Survey & Award 2012 will be announced during opening celebrations at the Park on Sunday, 18 November at 3:00pm. Visitors will also be able to vote for their favourite sculpture, as part of The Frankston City People’s Choice Award, with a prize of $20,000 for the artist.

Artist Christopher Langton with one of his visiting sculptures at McClelland: Away with the Fairies

McClelland Gallery + Sculpture Park Open Tuesday - Sunday, 10:00am - 5:00pm 390 McClelland Drive, Langwarrin Phone: 9789 1671 www.mcclellandgallery.com

Lyrebird Community Christmas Festival Sunday, 16 December 5:00pm – 9:45pm

Lyrebird Community Centre car park, 203-205 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs Join in the 7th annual event with lots of affordable community and family friendly activities such as face painting, rides and amusements, craft activities, delicious food stalls and of course, music, entertainment and carols. Admission is free. The Westernport Regional Band will be playing from 7:30pm, Christmas carols from 8:30pm and the evening will conclude with a spectacular fireworks display (weather permitting). This is strictly an alcohol and drug free event. Please BYO chairs and/or rugs to enjoy the entertainment. Details: 9782 0133 or [email protected] This event is proudly supported by Frankston City Council's Community Grants

Blessing of the Waters Over 3000 people are expected to visit Frankston Waterfront, Victoria’s cleanest beach, on Sunday, 6 January 2013, 10:00am-5:00pm, to celebrate the annual Blessing of the Waters.

The Committee will consist of 12 members representing a broad range of community interests including Art and Culture; Community Services; Health and Safety; Residents; Business and Professionals; Education; Housing; Sports, Leisure and Recreation; Clubs and Social Groups; Environment; Religion; and Transport. All positions are honorary and applicants ideally will have solid local community and/or business networks; a strong commitment to building the capacity of the Seaford community and an appreciation of community governance. It is expected the Seaford Community Committee will meet monthly, except December and January. Further information and nomination forms are available from www.frankston.vic.gov.au or [email protected], phone: 9784 1851. Nominations are due by Friday, 14 December 2012.

Telopea Reserve Play Space A new $194,000 play space has opened at Frankston North, offering innovative features to stimulate children’s imaginations combined with popular playground equipment. Jointly funded by Frankston City Council and the State Government, the project funding was secured by the Frankston North Community Renewal Committee and the plans were created in consultation with local residents.

A Greek festival with dancing and food will be held on the Frankston Waterfront to coincide with Epiphany Day. The highlight is the rush to retrieve the blessed cross, thrown from the pier as Greek tradition says the person who retrieves the cross will be blessed with good fortune for the coming year. This event is proudly supported by Frankston City Council's Community Grants


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Living the local life your frankston, your story Tell us what it’s like to be a local for your chance to WIN! In 2012, it is all about YOU and your life in Frankston City. We want to know what it is like to be a local in Frankston City - Frankston City refers to the entire municipality, all 10 suburbs including: Seaford, Langwarrin, Langwarrin South, Carrum Downs, Karingal, Skye, Sandhurst, Frankston, Frankston South and Frankston North. With no exclusions we want to know why you chose to live here, what keeps you living here and how you feel about and connect with the area.

What can Council do to make you feel more connected within the community? Frankston City is in a state of transformation and we want all residents to come along on the journey, participate, share and enjoy the improvements that are developing every day as we get closer to realising our potential.

So what are you waiting for? Tell us what it is like to be a local for your chance to WIN some fantastic prizes, simply by telling us why you live here. Please return your completed survey to P.O. Box 490, Frankston VIC 3199 by Friday, 30 November 2012 or complete the survey online: www.frankston.vic.gov.au Don't forget to tell us which prize you would like to go in the draw to win.

WIN one of these great Frankston City experiences Blast 'n' Bowl Bayside

Save The Last Dance

Plus a special gift

Enjoy a blast and bowl combo for four people. This will include a game of bowling, a game of laser and a jug of soft drink and two pizzas.

Over four weeks you and three of your friends can take dance classes in your choice of Latin American, Street Latin or Ballroom dance including the Tango, Salsa and Cha Cha with the team at MarShere Dance Studios, Langwarrin.

All packages include a joint membership to the Frankston Arts Centre, giving you major benefits including discounts, special and priority release offers and an invitation to the exclusive annual season launch 2014.

Indulge In The Arts

One Classy Dinner

Give new meaning to the way you enjoy art at McClelland Gallery + Sculpture Park. Meander through the 16 hectare outdoor gallery, exploring and discovering magnificent artworks before you settle in and enjoy lunch and a bottle of wine with three friends.

Who will you choose to be your three guests for a red carpet evening of luxury and decadence at Village Cinemas Karingal, Gold Class and Redfire Lounge? Perhaps a double date!

Focus on Frankston Photography Competition

Once you have told us, show us what you love about living in Frankston City and send your photos to...

Get Ready for Focus on Frankston 2013

Set to launch this November, Focus is coming back with seven categories to choose from PLUS two video categories for the really creative. Now there are even more ways for you to show us what is so great about Frankston and even more chances for you to WIN!

Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/focusonfrankston

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Fill in the survey to win prizes Your history in Frankston City

1. How long have you lived in Frankston City? ⃝ 0-1 year ⃝ 2-5 years ⃝ 6-10 years ⃝ 11-15 years ⃝ 16-20 years ⃝ 21 years or more

Your Vision for Frankston City

18. Frankston City is a little like Victoria, a bit of a jigsaw, but we would like to find an identity for the area. What would you like Frankston City to be known for? Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges is known for day spas, the Yarra Valley and the Dandenong Ranges for wines and the Grampians for nature... Therefore Frankston City is…

2. Why did you choose to live in Frankston City? 19. What is your BIG DREAM for Frankston City? 3. Why have you chosen to stay living in Frankston City?

4. What is the greatest change which you are most proud of in Frankston City?

Your life in Frankston City

5. How would you describe the lifestyle of Frankston City residents?

6. What do you believe is unique about living in Frankston City?

Your final thoughts

20. Do you think you will stay living in Frankston City? ⃝ Yes ⃝ No 20b. If no, where do you think you will move and why?

21. If you could tell the world one thing about Frankston City what would it be?

22. If there was one thing you could change about Frankston City, what would it be?

7. What is your favourite of the following in Frankston City: a) Activity with family: b) Activity with friends:

23. How does it make you feel when you see negative stories about Frankston City in the media?

c) Activity with children: d) Place to take your visitors: e) School holidays:

24. What do you say to people you know who speak negatively about Frankston City?

8. What is your favourite memory in Frankston City?

9. How important is it to you that you feel connected within the Frankston City community? ⃝ Very important ⃝ Important ⃝ Unsure ⃝ Somewhat unimportant ⃝ Not important at all 10. What would make you feel more connected to Frankston City?

11. What would make you feel more proud to live in Frankston City?

Events and Tourism in Frankston City

12. Do you believe that events add value to the Frankston community? ⃝ Strongly agree ⃝ Agree ⃝ Unsure ⃝ Disagree ⃝ Strongly disagree 13. Do the major and community events make you feel more proud to live in Frankston City? ⃝ Strongly agree ⃝ Agree ⃝ Unsure ⃝ Disagree ⃝ Strongly disagree 14. Does participating in major and community events improve your sense of belonging within the community? ⃝ Strongly agree ⃝ Agree ⃝ Unsure ⃝ Disagree ⃝ Strongly disagree ⃝ I don’t participate 15. What new activities or events would you like to see in Frankston City and where would you like them to take place? Activity Location 1.

About you

28. What is your gender? ⃝ Male 29. What is your age range? ⃝ Under 19 years ⃝ 19-24 ⃝ 65-74 ⃝ 75 years or over

⃝ Female

⃝ 25-34

⃝ 35-44 ⃝ 45-54 ⃝ 55-64

30. Which suburb of Frankston City do you live in? ⃝ Frankston ⃝ Frankston South ⃝ Frankston North ⃝ Seaford ⃝ Karingal ⃝ Carrum Downs ⃝ Skye ⃝ Sandhurst ⃝ Langwarrin ⃝ Langwarrin South 31. Which best describes your household: ⃝ Single person ⃝ Couple with no children ⃝ Couple with children 15 years and under ⃝ Couple with children over 15 years ⃝ Couple with no children living at home ⃝ Single parent with children 15 years and under ⃝ Single parent with children over 15 years ⃝ Group household ⃝ Other, please specify 32. Do you own or rent your residence? ⃝ Own your home ⃝ In the process of owning your home ⃝ Renting ⃝ Other, please specify: Please select which prize you would like to go in the draw to win: ⃝ A. Blast 'n' Bowl Bayside ⃝ B. Save The Last Dance ⃝ C. Indulge In The Arts ⃝ D. One Classy Dinner

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16. Do you believe that visitors are important to the Frankston community? ⃝ Strongly agree ⃝ Agree ⃝ Unsure ⃝ Disagree ⃝ Strongly disagree

Address:

17. Does Frankston City being promoted as a ‘visitor destination’ improve your perception and pride in the municipality? ⃝ Strongly agree ⃝ Agree ⃝ Unsure ⃝ Disagree ⃝ Strongly disagree

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Phone: Please note: Personal information will be used for the purpose of entering into the 'Living the Local Life - Your Frankston, Your Story' Lucky Prize Draw. Your personal information will not otherwise be disclosed without your consent or as required or permitted by law. You may apply to Council for access and/or amendment of the information by contacting the Privacy Officer on 1300 322 322.

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New Aquatic Centre Underway – Opening Mid 2014 The construction of the Frankston Regional Aquatic and Wellbeing Centre is underway at Samuel Sherlock Reserve, Cranbourne Road, Frankston (next to Chisholm Institute).

51.5m Olympic size swimming pool, a learn to swim and leisure pool with play area, café, gymnasium, waterslides, splash deck, warm water therapy pool, spa and sauna, crèche and health and wellness centre.

It is expected the project will provide a significant economic boost and create around 300 construction and 50 ongoing jobs.

The former Victorian Government invested $12.5 million toward the project and the Federal Government committed $13.5 million in June.

Last year, Council committed to building the $46.35 million Centre which will include a

The new centre's opening is planned for mid-2014.

Child and Family Centre Opens in Frankston North A partnership between Council, the Federal Government and Mahogany Rise Primary School has come to fruition with the opening of a new Child and Family Centre on the school’s premises. The facility incorporates a double unit Maternal and Child Health Service, a community/meeting room and a long day care centre which provides education and care, including a funded four-year-old kindergarten program for up to 50 children per day aged 0-6 years.

The Australian Government’s Building the Education Revolution, was the primary funder of this $2.5 million centre. Council provided $500,000 towards the centre, which replaces the Candlebark Child Care Centre and the Pines Maternal and Child Health Centre. Some of the children enjoying the new Mahogany Rise Child and Family Centre

Managing our Fire Risk for Summer Peninsula Link Community Day

While Frankston City is not an area that historically has had widespread bushfires, each year Council and the Country Fire Authority (CFA) initiate fire prevention and preparation activities which include community education.

The message from the CFA again this year is to prepare for fire and have a written and rehearsed survival plan that takes into account family members, visitors and pets. Residents are responsible for reducing the fire risks to their own property by ensuring it is clean and well maintained.

Some tips for preparing your home and garden before summer: • Cut grass (keep no higher than 75mm) and clear out gutters • Remove fallen branches, long dry grass, fallen leaves, twigs from around your home - anything that helps fuel fires; move wood piles away from your home • Is your property clearly numbered so emergency services can find it easily?

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Fire Ready Kit CFA has produced the Fire Ready Kit to help you understand your bushfire risk, prepare your property and develop a Bushfire Survival Plan. Visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firesafety or 1800 240 667. Council Fire Prevention Works The Natural Reserves Team and contractors will be conducting the following works in bushland reserves prior to summer:

• Fuel reduction works to improve fire breaks • Controlled burning in some parks and reserves during spring and autumn • Fire prevention works in all 55 reserves and along roadsides, before the fire danger period every year • Fire prevention inspections and issuing fire hazard removal notices Open Air Burning Laws No person may light, or allow to remain alight, a fire in the open air unless a permit to burn has been obtained from Council, phone 1300 322 322. Wood-fired barbecues can only be used for cooking purposes and never on total fire ban days. Trees and Native Vegetation Various State and Council controls apply to the removal of trees and native vegetation. If your Bushfire Survival Plan requires the removal of trees or native vegetation, please contact Council to discuss any permits that may be required.

Sunday, 25 November 10:00am - 4:00pm

After three years of construction, the project is nearing completion and the community is invited to be among the first to experience Peninsula Link before it opens to traffic in early 2013. The Community Day will showcase construction progress to date, with two sections of freeway open for public inspection. The Cranbourne Road site next to the Centro Karingal shopping centre will feature a range of stalls showcasing the Mornington Peninsula, an electric vehicle display, a super screen featuring the latest project flyover, construction highlights and a Rotary sausage sizzle. Walk along the 1.6km section of opened freeway and get up close and personal with the project’s various construction elements. Entry is via gold coin donation with proceeds to Frankston Rotary. Details: www.peninsulalink.com.au Aerial overview of the Frankston-Dandenong, Ballarto Road area of Peninsula Link

For more information contact: Victorian Bushfire Information Line 1800 240 667 Country Fire Authority www.cfa.vic.gov.au


State of the City Report 2012

Frankston City is transforming as we move towards creating a sustainable, inclusive and vibrant municipality – a place where people choose to live, work, visit and invest. The State of the City Report 2012 is a snapshot of the Frankston community’s progress towards reaching the aspirations of the Frankston 2025 Community Vision. Each indicator contains data and research undertaken by Frankston City Council on behalf of the Frankston Community. The issues presented in the report help us understand how life is for our community and focus efforts from all areas of Frankston’s community; residents, businesses, community groups and all levels of government to turn the vision of Frankston 2025 into reality. Frankston community’s input to the community vision began in September 2006 and was the first step in a long process of helping to make the Frankston community sustainable, and a better place to live. Frankston 2025 Community Vision guides Council’s decision making and is the basis for Frankston City Council’s four year Council Plan. Council is committed to delivering the right services, facilities and infrastructure in the right place at the right time in accordance with this vision. In the recent Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey, conducted by the Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD), residents recognised Council’s dedication to providing a clean waterfront and foreshore, parks and gardens and quality sporting facilities. We will continue to work hard to meet Community expectations. Your contribution to realising the Frankston 2025 vision can include: • Leaving the car at home and using alternative transport a few times a week • Regularly checking on your neighbours • Enjoying one of the many wonderful events and cultural attractions around Frankston City with your friends and family • Recycling, and using energy and water efficient items in your household. You could also: • Offer your time as a volunteer www.frankstonvolunteer.org.au • Share good news stories about Frankston City • Offer your opinion on a matter of concern by contacting a Councillor, attending a Council meeting or providing input to the many community engagement activities. We always welcome your feedback on local issues and projects. You can give feedback on the State of the City report to: [email protected] I look forward to continuing to work in partnership with our community to ensure that Frankston City is a great place to be, now and in the future.

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A message from the CEO

Proud and safe

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Clean and green

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Business prosperity and local employment

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Well planned, well built and well maintained

Rich and vibrant culture

Connected community Our community neighbourhoods support and include all people. We have a strong sense of being connected to each other and to the world beyond our city. Well governed Our local decision-making, leadership and strong community representation reflects the needs of our community. Proud and safe We are proud of our city and feel safe and confident as we enjoy all of our excellent places and facilities. Active and healthy The people in our community thrive. We are active and healthy – physically, mentally and spiritually. Rich and vibrant culture Our city is a vibrant and exciting destination that shows off our natural assets, rich history and diverse culture. Learning community Our community provides opportunities for learning and development for every individual. Business prosperity and local employment Our city leads the way in innovative business practices while generating local employment and services. Well planned, well built and well maintained Our city is attractive, efficient and accessible. Clean and green We are a leader in environmental management, showcasing our proactive approach to conserving natural resources.

Dennis Hovenden, Chief Executive Officer


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Theme 1: Connected community

Theme 3: Proud and safe

Theme 4: Active and healthy

Sense of belonging to community

Feeling safe in own suburb

Happy Life Index 89% of respondents stated they are very happy or happy with life. This is a new benchmark due to methodology changes.

This is a new benchmark result in 2012, due to methodology changes. 91.6% of respondents feel a sense of belonging to their community. This result is the average of two figures, 94.3% of respondents stating they could get help from family, friends and neighbours when needed and 88.8% of respondents stating they feel a sense of belonging to their suburb.

An average of 84% of respondents agreed or strongly agreed that they feel safe in their suburb during the day and during the night. Satisfaction with overall suburb safety

Sense of Belonging 100.00%

91.6%

94.3%

88.8%

100.0% 80.0%

80.00%

79.2%

80.0%

83.8%

84.0%

2009

2010

2011

2012

60.0%

60.00%

40.0%

40.00%

20.0% 0.0%

20.00%

Theme 5: Rich and vibrant culture Attendance numbers at events, attractions and Frankston Visitor Information Centre A total of 628,033 people participated in arts and festival events, an increase of 87,900 from the previous year. The Asia Pacific Ironman Championships held in Frankston, attracted 30,000 people, 120,00 visited the McClelland Gallery+Sculpture Park, 100,00 were attracted to Sandsculpting and 200,000 visited the Frankston Arts Centre.

0.00% Sense of Belonging

Get Help When Need

Belonging to Suburb

Feeling proud of own suburb

Theme 2: Well governed Satisfaction with Council community engagement Attendance numbers at Events and Attractions 700,000 636,500

628,033

600,000 500,000

468,000

526,000 409,000

400,000

540,900

368,472

300,000 200,000

165,800

117,000

172,428

427,333

200,700

100,000 0

This is a new benchmark result in 2012 due to methodology changes. 87.1% of respondents feel proud to live in their suburb whilst 77.70% feel proud to live in the Frankston City municipality. Results indicate 58% of respondents are satisfied with Council’s engagement in decision making on key local issues. A new benchmark result for 2012 due to methodology changes.

2010 2011 2012 Total Key Events & Festivals Venues, VIC, FAC, & McClelland Gallery

Pride in Suburb and Municipality

100%

Council consulted with the community throughout the year providing residents with various options to give feedback.

80%

Frankston’s Local Area Planning workshops had good attendance, with residents having the opportunity to contribute to the shaping of their community.

0%

November 2012 November 2010

2009

87.1%

77.70%

60% 40% 20% Pride in Suburb

Pride in Municipality



esults sults of the 22 indicators under the nine themes of the Frankston 2025 Community Vision.

The 2010 results were achieved

ectively, as a partnership with residents, businesses, community organisations, State and Federal Governments and Council, towards a better future.

Theme 6: Learning community Early learning programs participation This is the 2011 calendar year result. A significant increase in participation levels due to promotion strategies put in place. This includes eligible four year olds attending a kindergarten program in either a community based kindergarten or a child care centre. 4 Year Old Kindergarten Enrolments 100% 90%

Theme 7: Business prosperity and local employment Commercial Occupancy Rates in the Central Activities Area (CAA) The results of the June 2012 Central Activities Area Occupancy Audit indicate that the overall occupancy rate in the CAA has remained relatively steady for a third consecutive year.

89.1% 83.0%

80%

77.0%

80.4%

Commercial Premises Occupied in the Central Activities Area (CAA)

82.3%

70%

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Theme 9: Clean and green

Reduction in residential water use per household

Frankston City households have increased their annual mains water usage by 3.5% to 143 kilolitres per household per annum in 2011-12. Despite this increase and less stringent water restrictions, household water usage is still below the annual target of 147 kilolitres per household per annum. Since 2000, Frankston City households have embraced water saving initiatives and on average decreased their annual mains water usage by 42%. Residential Water Usage

60%

100%

50% 40%

86.5%

89.0%

87.9%

87.9%

2009

2010

2011

2012

80%

30%

10%

Kilolitres (KL)

60%

20%

40%

0% 2008

2009

2010

2011

20%

2012

0%

The overall vacancy rate increased by a nominal 0.063% since this time last year - taking it to 12.16%. It is pleasing that it has not increased significantly during a challenging economic climate. The results of the audit can be attributed to 3.36% increase in office occupancy, indicating that there is has been an increase in white collar businesses in the CAA over the past 12 months.

Residential waste to landfill per household

Lifelong learning - Library membership

Council has allocated additional resources to waste education in the coming year to support households in reducing waste and recycling correctly, obtaining a $215,000 grant to expand the Halve Garbage Waste program. Electronic waste was collected for recycling through the annual hard waste collection, diverting 765 tonnes of electronic waste from landfill.

Total library membership reached 70,075 by 30 June 2012. The Libraries actively engage our community by hosting events, activities, competitions, learning opportunities and introducing new technologies throughout the year.

Total Library Membership 72,000 69,301

70,000

70,075

68,000 65,778

66,000 64,000

Public transport access

65,882

63,817

62,000 60,000 2008

2009

2010

Theme 8: Well planned, well built and well maintained

2011

2012

The access to public transport has remained steady with 88% of properties, households or businesses being within 400 metres of a bus service or 800 metres of a train station.

Access to Public Transport 100.0% 84.9%

88.0%

88.0%

Waste to Landfill and Recycling 88.0%

80.0% 500

60.0%

Kilograms

40.0% 20.0% 0.0%

332.4

453.34

440.6

429.1

416.2 400

313.9

300

307.5

292.92

200 100 0

2009

2010

www.frankston.vic.gov.au Full report avaliable online: http://frankston2025.frankston.vic.gov.au

2011

2012

2008-2009

2009-2010

Waste to Landfill

2010-2011

2011-2012

Recycling

November 2010 November 201010 November 2012

State of the City Report 2012 Page 12

Snapshot of Results Theme Connected Communitiy

Well Governed

Proud and Safe

Active and Healthy

Rich and Vibrant Culture

Learning Community

Business prosperity and local employment

Well planned, well built, well maintained

Clean and Green

November 2012 2011 November 2010

Indicator

Results Rating Scale 2012 Result

Result Rating

Sense of belonging to their suburb

88.8%1

RRRRR

Volunteering participation

32.9%1

RR

Satisfaction with Council’s community engagement

58.0%1

RRR

Participation in a community engagement activities

30.0%

RR

Feeling safe in own suburb (Average day/night)

84.0%2

RRRR

Feeling proud of our own suburb

87.1%1

RRR

Participation in sport and/or physical activity

62.5%1

RRR

Happy Life Index

89.0%1

RRR

Participation in artistic and /or cultural activities

46.0%1

RR

Attendance number at events, attractions and venues

1

628,0333

RRRR

Four year olds enrolled in kindergarten programs

89.1%4

RRRR

School leavers in further education or employment

84.5%5

RRR

Lifelong learning - Library membership

70,0752

RRRR

Residents working within the municipality

20.0%1

RR

Occupancy rates in the Central Activities Area (CAA)

87.9%2

RRR

Additional bike and walking paths

3.4km2

RRRR

Alternative transport modes 1 - Public transport access

88.0%2

RRRR

Alternative transport modes 2 - Alternative transport use

20.0%1

Overall presentation and cleanliness

64.8%

RRR

143kL6

RRRR

Total water useage per household per annum Total waste to landfill per household per annum

1

453.3kg7

RR

RR

RRRRR Excellent - Result was well above target

RRRR Good - Result meets or exceeds target

RRR Fair - Result was close to target

RR Room for Improvement - Result was below target

R Poor - Result was well below target

Data Sources 1 Local Government Community Satisfaction Annual Survey from the Department of Planning and Community Development 2 Annual Frankston City Council Internal Data 3 Multiple Annual Sources from Event Organisers and Venue Managers 4 Department of Education and Early Childhood Development Annual Data 5 On Track Year 12 Destinations Annual Survey, Department of Education and Early Childhood Development 6 Annual Community Residential Water Data for Frankston City, South East Water 7 Annual Kerbside statistics from Solo Resource Recovery: Council’s waste contractor

For more information

For more information about the Frankston 2025 Community Vision please visit the Frankston 2025 website at: www.frankston.vic.gov.au Alternatively, contact:

Frankston City Council PO Box 490 Frankston, Victoria 3199 Phone: 1300 FCC FCC (1300 322 322) Email: [email protected]


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A year in the life of FAC's Arts Access Arts in Dialysis With the support of an anonymous donor, the FAC along with the Brotherhood of St Laurence continued their commitment to the Arts in Dialysis program which enabled patients in the Dialysis Unit at Frankston Hospital to participate in Art Therapy and pursue their creative passions whilst receiving treatment.

Go Away Mr Worrythoughts! Driving worrythoughts away, the FAC toured the production of Nicky Johnston’s book ‘Go Away Mr Worrythoughts’ throughout Bayside, Frankston, the Mornington Peninsula, Melbourne and Geelong in 2012. Helping youngsters deal with anxiety, the performance, supported by Frankston City Council, has been seen by over 10,000 school-aged children across Victoria to date. There are hopes to extend the tour nationally in 2013.

Captioning/Auslan Signing Enabling people who have hearing difficulties to enjoy the theatre, the FAC, with the support of White Cleland Lawyers, provided ten captioned/Auslan signed performances in 2012. A smart-device App was also introduced to enhance accessibility and the theatre experience for those hard of hearing.

Hip Replacement Cats and Cirque sur Roués Circus now covers all ages and abilities. Expanding on the success of Hip Cat Circus, the Hip Replacement Cats consisted of a troupe of over 55 year old circus enthusiasts. Cirque sur Roués is an all inclusive circus that has also been received with much success.

Ideal Christmas Gift Become a FAC Member and enjoy star treatment Special: ticket prices offers invitations

Be the first to: hear buy choose seats

Membership: Individual $30 Joint $60

Gift vouchers also available

There’s so much more happening at the FAC – check out What’s On... Bookings and Enquiries phone 9784 1060 or thefac.com.au Enquiries and Bookings: 9784 1060 or thefac.com.au

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Recycling Plastic

Dreaming of a ‘Green’ Christmas The holiday season in Australia is often a time of plenty. Many people do more of everything, including more shopping and travel – making a big impact on our budgets and the environment. Give the planet a present this year by making green choices including… • Remember to take your reusable bags whenever you go to the shops and buy things with minimal packaging • Look for practical, quality items that will last well and can then be recycled or reused • Consider giving an ‘activity’ rather than a ‘thing’ e.g. movie tickets, voucher for gardening help, washing the dog or babysitting • Switch to energy saving light bulbs for your decorations (if you have them). Now could be the time to change to accredited, renewable GreenPower (see www.greenpower.gov.au) • Find alternatives to buying Christmas cards – make your own from recycled paper or old cards or go digital for far flung friends and family • Choose rechargeable batteries for toys and gadgets rather than disposables which go straight to landfill. They also save money in the long run • Give a gift that grows – a native tree or something that helps the garden like a compost bin or a worm farm • Donate to a charity on behalf of a loved one and provide aid for people in need • Reduce the amount of food waste you send to landfill. Invest in a compost bin or worm farm, and check out www.foodwise.com.au for great tips on storing and cooking food Lots more ideas are online in Planet Ark’s Guide, visit: http://festiverecycling.planetark.org/ documents/doc-179-festive-green-guide-final.pdf

November 2012

Council’s kerbside recycling service now accepts all seven plastic codes – as long as the plastic is ‘rigid’ and easily holds its shape. The plastic code actually tells us what type of plastic the item is made from, rather than its recyclability. Most plastic can be recycled, just not always through the kerbside recycling service. Only ‘hard’ or 'rigid' plastic like containers, bottles or rigid plastic packaging can be recycled in your yellow-lidded recycling bin. Flexible or ‘soft’ plastic packaging like bags, wrap and film are not able to go in your yellow lidded bin – even if they have one of the seven plastic codes or a ‘recycling’ symbol on them. Plastic bottles and containers are made from natural resources such as crude oil, natural gas and coal. Most plastic is not biodegradable and will persist in the environment for hundreds of years. That means that any piece of plastic you have ever used is still in the world today.

Please DO NOT place plastic bags in your recycling bin. These can be taken to participating supermarkets for recycling.

The Scrunch Test A handy way to decide if a plastic item can be recycled is to do the scrunch test - if the item can be scrunched easily into a ball or breaks apart easily, it can not go in your recycling bin. For example, polystyrene (like meat trays and take away coffee cups) can not be placed in your yellow lidded recycling bin. When you scrunch it – it breaks apart therefore it fails the scrunch test. Likewise a chip packet is easy to scrunch so therefore fails the scrunch test and must go in the rubbish bin. Juice bottles, yogurt tubs, biscuit trays, strawberry punnets and margarine containers do not break easily when you scrunch them, and they are not so easy to scrunch into a ball, so they can go in your recycling bin.

www.getitrightbinnight.vic.gov.au

Community Solar Bulk Buy Frankston City Council is in the early stages of planning a community solar bulk buy program. The program aims to develop a shortlist of solar suppliers for both solar panels and solar hot water, based on Council’s criteria to ensure quality, service and value for money for the community. The program will be open to homeowners and organisations in the Frankston municipality and surrounding suburbs. Information sessions will be conducted for people interested in finding out more. To sign up to the mailing list for solar bulk buy updates, you can scan the QR code with your smart phone. Alternatively please contact Council’s Environment Team: Email: [email protected] Phone: 9784 1747 Mail: Environment – Frankston City Council, PO Box 490, Frankston VIC 3199

Rebates and Tariffs

Help Spread the Word! Do you know someone local who might be interested in staying informed about the program? Please tell them to register their interest.

COMMUNITY SOLAR BULK BUY PROGRAM Express your interest Please fill out the coupon below and return it to: Environment Department Frankston City Council PO Box 490, Frankston 3199 Alternatively email [email protected] with the following details to express your interest. Frankston Solar Bulk Buy Program Interest ⃝ YES: I’m interested ⃝ MAYBE: I’m not sure yet - I need to learn more first I’m interested in: ⃝ Solar power ⃝ Solar Hot Water ⃝ Water tanks ⃝ Other: Name: Mailing Address: Postcode: Daytime phone: Email:

The solar rebate is not proposed to change before June 2013. Whilst the solar Feed in Tariff has recently reduced, this will only affect people who are putting in large solar systems to make a profit. It shouldn't affect Privacy Statement: The personal information requested is being collected by Council for the average household that uses more energy than the purposes of communicating with you in regards to the development of community solar bulk buy programs. This information will be used their panels produce, and is wishing to reduce their solely by Council and will not otherwise be disclosed without your energy bill. To date there have been no further changes consent or as required or permitted by law. You may access your personal information by contacting Council on 1300 322 322. to solar hot water rebates.


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Detox your Home – free service for residents Frankston City residents can take advantage of a free service to safely dispose of old cleaning products, leftover paint, dead batteries and weed killer stored around the home without damaging the environment. Detox your Home is a free service provided by the Victorian Government to collect potentially dangerous and unwanted household chemical products.

Residents may drop-off the following items: > left-over paints > old batteries > barbecue gas cylinders > insecticides and pesticides > kitchen and bathroom cleaners

> brake fluids, fuels and coolants > poisonous household and garden products > solvents and glues > photographic chemicals > fire extinguishers

The service is funded by the Victorian landfill levy and administered by Sustainability Victoria in partnership with Council.

Saturday, 8 December 2012 8:00am–4:00pm Location: Drop-off address is provided upon registration. Registration is required for this free event. Register online: www.resourcesmart.vic.gov.au/detoxyourhome or phone 1800 353 233

Collected materials are treated and recycled, or disposed of safely by a specialist team.

Not accepted: > chemicals used for commercial and industrial purposes > containers over 20 litres or 20 kilograms > empty chemical containers > farm chemicals > waste asbestos, ammunition and flares

Details: www.resourcesmart.vic.gov.au/ detoxyourhome or phone Sustainability Victoria 1800 353 233

Does your Cat Roam Free? Do you Feed Stray Cats? Recent local fauna surveys have shown a distinct decline in wildlife populations. One of the biggest impacts on local native wildlife has been predation and competition from cats – both straying domestic and feral cats. Council’s Natural Reserve Rangers regularly see evidence of fresh kills where a cat or a fox has attacked a possum, bird or lizard. Cats comprised around 50 per cent of Council’s recent fox trapping catches, many of which were domestic pets. Local wildlife carers estimate 80 per cent of wildlife taken into their care is injured by cats. Ground dwelling fauna such as small mammals, reptiles and amphibians are more vulnerable to predation by cats and foxes, and these are the species which have either disappeared or are in decline.

Council's pest animal control program is likely to be expanded in the coming years to include cats, rabbits and possibly Indian Mynahs. Semi-owned cats fed by people who take no responsibility is a major contributing factor to cat overpopulation. People often feed semi-owned cats because they genuinely care about them and feel sorry for them. However this contributes to the bigger problem because the cats aren’t desexed, inoculated or registered and often end up being euthanased at the Animal Pound.

Responsible cat ownership: •

By law, your cat must stay within your property boundary at all times - day and night

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Frankston City has a night cat curfew where cats must be confined to the house/ building from sunset to sunrise. It may also be an offence for your cat to wander onto a neighbour's property or into a Reserve

•

In Victoria all cats over the age of three months must be registered in the municipality where they live. In Frankston City this includes desexing and microchipping

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If you are feeding a cat you can be deemed the owner and penalties apply for failure to register

Advice about how to take ownership of a stray cat is available online, visit: www.whosforcats.com.au Frankston City also offers a cat cage hire service where stray/nuisance cats are humanely caught and then held at The Lost Dogs Home and Cat Shelter animal pound facility. For details, phone 1300 322 322.

Southern Brown Bandicoot – one of our local native animals under threat.

Cat Facts:

All cats are natural predators


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There are around one million cats in Victoria - over 500,000 owned - over 300,000 stray cats in urban areas - estimated 200,000 feral cats

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All cats, even well fed cats can kill wildlife

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Around 211 million wildlife killed by cats in Victoria per year (Source: DSE)

November 2012

Build Your Business improve, grow and prosper

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Build Your Business Build Your Business (BYB) provides a package of business growth products and services available exclusively to: • Existing business in Frankston City • Start-up businesses in Frankston City • Businesses relocating to Frankston City from outside the region The opportunities provided in the BYB package are the most cost-effective and innovative support services provided by any Council in Melbourne. There are a range of tools to assist your business in building its brand, staff, networks, knowledge and facilities, putting you on the road to success from day one. Visit www.BuildYourBusiness.net.au or phone Frankston City Council on 1300 322 322 to find out more or book to participate in the programs available.

Build Your Brand Creating brand and product awareness is critical to the survival of a business. Council has a range of options to increase the awareness of your business in the Frankston area. Frankston TV is Australia’s first community driven YouTube channel and features clips promoting local businesses and events. Receiving thousands of views per month, this marketing channel is a powerful tool to promote your business.

Local assistance is available to produce a great, low cost film clip through FrankstonTV Enterprises. Join the Frankston Online Business Directory by visiting www.businessfrankston.com.au and join more than 5000 local business listed. Attracting over 7000 visits per month this FREE service is powerful exposure for your business. Council is also partnering with The Frankston Weekly to offer heavily subsidised one-month advertising campaigns including an editorial about your business.

Build Your Knowledge Knowledge is power. Throughout the year Council hosts a series of Business Workshops to build your knowledge, and your business, on topics such as Building a Website, Marketing, Social Media and Business Planning. Visit www.businessfrankston.com.au to book or find out more.

Local businesses can gain exclusive access to one FREE 45-minute business mentoring session, provided by the Small Business Mentoring Service. Experienced and professional mentors can provide advice on a range of areas such as strategy, finance, marketing and more. To book your session, contact us on 1300 322 322.

Build Your Staff My City is My Business is a new program aimed at up-skilling and informing local businesses about purchasing processes, so that they are in a position to compete for public and private tenders. The program involves: •

Comprehensive procurement training on tender processes

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Informing your business about potential Council and other public tenders

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Council’s own purchasing policy to support local business

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Council certification as a My City is My Business participant

To win more business, list your company on the Industry Capability Network (ICN) gateway. The online portal connects companies with tenders, visit www.icn.org.au Know your market with FREE online access to comprehensive market research. By visiting www.buildyourbusiness.net.au you can access data on local industry and demographics to assist in activities such as business planning and product development.

November 2012

Hiring and training staff can be expensive and time consuming. Skilled staff can bring great returns to your business. Through a vast database of thousands of secondary to post-graduate level students, Frankston City’s FREE job matching service can assist you in finding the right staff. Email [email protected] Frankston City Council also runs a FREE Mystery Shopper program for retailers. Mystery shoppers assess customer service and store presentation. As part of the program participants receive a comprehensive report. Phone 1300 322 322.

Build Your Networks Relationships and networks are critical to growing a business. Join the ‘Build Your Business – Frankston City’ LinkedIn group. LinkedIn is a professional networking site for business operators and professionals. Join today by visiting www.LinkedIn.com and search for Build Your Business Frankston – it’s FREE!

To find out about local business visit www.businessfrankston.com.au

Build Your Business improve, grow and prosper

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Frankston & Mornington Peninsula Excellence in Business Awards Congratulations to 2012 category winners and other finalists Retail category winner: Eden Gardens Miss Velvet Hello Blossoms Hospitality category winner: Stillwater at Crittenden The Pizzeria on Norman Onde Fine Food Cafe Tourism category winner: The Enchanted Maze Garden RACV Cape Schanck Resort Polperro Dolphin Swims

Ross Bowden, Keiran Grogan and Ted Parrott from Seaford-based Equipment Safety Systems Pty Ltd receiving their award The second annual Frankston and Mornington Peninsula Excellence in Business Awards were presented at a sold-out event at the Frankston Arts Centre in October. Congratulations to all the finalists and winners showcasing the diversity of successful businesses in our region from over 60 applications.

Seaford safety wins overall prize Seaford business Equipment Safety Systems Pty Ltd (EQSS) was named the overall winner for their ‘innovation and bringing something new to the area as well as going out to a world market place’. Established in 1976 and based in Hartnett Drive, EQSS has worked closely with telehandler manufacturers to develop safe and user-friendly load management systems for these potentially dangerous machines that are widely used in agriculture and industry sectors. This led to the recent release of the Gen3-LMS system, featuring a stability triangle to enhance safety. Founder and Managing Director Ted Parrot said: “This award is great recognition from our peers as a business with credibility. As a result of winning this award, we have since gained international attention for the business". More Frankston City award winners: PACE Health Management

Five AM Life Pty Ltd

To find out about local business visit www.businessfrankston.com.au

Service category winner: Express Virtual Meetings After-Care Australasia Pty Ltd Nepean Industry Edge Training Manufacturing category winner: Equipment Safety Systems Pty Ltd Five AM Life Pty Ltd Crib Point Engineering Health & Wellbeing category winner: PACE Health Management Peninsula Hot Springs The Sports Injury Clinic Community Partnership specialised category winner: Frankston Mornington Peninsula Local Learning & Employment Network Dress for Success Mornington Peninsula Quest Frankston Young Entrepreneur specialised category winner: Hello Blossoms The Promo Donna Environmental Sustainability specialised category winner: Polperro Dolphin Swims BP Architects Peninsula Stand up Paddle Frankston City Mayoral Award: Five AM Life Pty Ltd Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayoral Award: Purple Soup

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Paralympic Legend Charity Golf Day Success

Congratulations to local resident and former Frankston High student Ellie Cole on her amazing results at the recent London 2012 Paralympics. Ellie earnt four gold and two bronze medals in the pool in freestyle and backstroke events.

Ellie has returned to Frankston after studying at the University of Canberra and training at the Australian Institute of Sport.

Parties in Council Parks and Gardens

By Lisa Andraczke, Kindergym Victoria

Frankston’s parks and reserves are exceptional and we are fortunate to have so many creative, natural play spaces providing a rich environment for kids to explore.

Thank you to the 40 players who enjoyed the Mayor's Charity Golf Day in September raising just over $3,500 for the Frankston Charitable Fund. Special thanks to the Frankston Golf Club, event sponsor Aidan J Graham Pty Ltd, supporting sponsor Bank of Queensland Frankston branch; plus donors of goods and prizes: Merwans Pies, Drummond Golf, Crust Gourmet Pizza, Barmah Park Wines, Underground Wines, Sandhurst Club, Long Island Golf Club, Woodlands Golf Club, Eagle Ridge Golf Club, Cranbourne Golf Club and New Age Cleaning Services.

With a little bit of planning, Council’s parks also make a great venue for children’s parties. Keep food simple and healthy – fruit platter, simple sandwich platter, cheese and crackers, cupcakes and water in pop top bottles creates a lovely feast, keeps kids refueled and stress levels low by minimising preparation stress and reducing sugar levels. Plan activities in a spacious area - away from parking, lakes or other hazards. Peripheral vision does not develop in children until they are eight years old. This means that children are more likely to run into other children and objects easily-particularly when excited. Have a clear start and stop signal or noise e.g. a whistle - and practice with the children so they can listen out for the signal.

Party games •

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Limbo: with or without music, this is a fun game for all ages. Children take turns to go under a stick (or rope/elastic) held up high without touching the stick. After each child has a turn, lower the height slowly and the children have another turn. The height is lowered each time, till it is too low to go!

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Races: Create an obstacle course using boxes, hoops and cones. Have the children race in trios jumping around the course, keeping a ball or plastic cup between their knees. Stagger the start so you don’t have 20 children racing at once Parachute play: - Using a sheet as a parachute, have fun bouncing balloons, ball pit balls or inflatable beach balls on top of the sheet - Give the children a turn laying under the sheet - heads in the centre, feet pointing out. Move the sheet up and down and the children touch the sheet with their hands, feet, heads, tummies, bottoms… Treasure hunt: work as a group around the park, with clues searching for a collective prize – i.e. icypoles on a hot day

Centenary Golf Course Twilight Special Centenary Park Golf Course is one of the best public access golf courses in Australia.

Play unlimited golf after 2:00pm weekdays and after 3:00pm weekends for only $15

Tail chasey: each child has a scarf, tucked into the back of their pants/belt, hanging out like tails. On the start signal, the children run around trying to get as many tails as possible whilst protecting their own tail. The winner is the person with the most tails who still has their own tail intact. To slow the game down, if you are working with mixed ages and abilities, increase the skill by asking older children to hop, jump or crawl

The course is in peak condition so now is the time to take advantage of this special offer available during Daylight Saving only. Dust off the clubs, grab a mate and enjoy a game.

Your rubbish = Your responsibility

Professional golf shop on site offers equipment and expert tuition. Enjoy the 19th hole licensed bar after your game.

Please note: events in Council parks with over 100 people or entertainment such as jumping castles or animal farms require a Minor Events application, visit www.frankston.vic.gov.au or contact Council Parks and Leisure, phone 9768 1555.

Centenary Park Golf Course McClelland Drive, Frankston Phone: 9789 1480 www.centenarypark.com.au

Please take your rubblish with you after the party

November 2012

Congratulations to the event winners Rob Alexander (middle left) and Glenn Tanner (middle right) from St Kilda Football Club with golf professionals Tim Angwin (left) and Chris Angwin (right).


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Enrol Now for Tumblegym 2013 Tuesday and Friday mornings, for 1-5 year olds, Frankston South Community and Recreation Centre, Towerhill Road, Frankston South

Council offers free information sessions to assist local sports and leisure groups.

Come and explore an extensive range of equipment and enjoy a wonderful session with your child as they exercise their minds and bodies.

VicSport’s 3 R’s of Volunteer Management – Recruitment, Retention and Reward

Cost: $16 per casual session or discounted by the term. Details: Jenny, 9293 7122 or email [email protected]

Relay for Life Record

Congratulations to the group of volunteers which hosted the Frankston Relay for Life in September. This year the event attracted a record number of 863 participants and raised a staggering $133,500 for the Cancer Council.

Sports Seminar Series 2012-2013

Simple and effective ways to attract and retain volunteers.

FINA World Swimming Record Set at Jubilee Park

Wednesday, 21 November 6:30pm–8:30pm Kevin Collopy Pavilion, Jubilee Park, Hillcrest Road, Frankston. RSVP: [email protected] or 9768 1503

Coming Soon: • Sports Breakfast – Networking – February 2013 • How Council can assist your Club - May 2013

They’re already planning next year’s event so think about getting a team of friends together and ‘Like’ Frankston Relay for Life on Facebook.

Responsible Service of Alcohol Course The Australian Drug Foundation through its Good Sports Program will host a Responsible Service of Alcohol Course at the City of Frankston Bowling Club.

Monday, 19 November 2012 6:30pm-10:30pm

I Love Frankston Fun Run Success

In its 5th year, this event continues to grow each year and attracted 1200 participants in September. Channel 7 news reader and former-Frankston resident Peter Mitchell was the official race-starter. Congratulations to the volunteer team from St Francis Xavier Primary School who run this event to raise funds for the school and St Vincent de Paul.

This session is open to all clubs throughout the municipality. They are a great training opportunity for volunteers at a highly subsidised rate. Congratulations to Hazel Gillbee, 84; Nancy Ayers, 89; Trudy Bullivant, 90; and Frankston South resident Clarice Artis, 97, who recently set a world record for the oldest team to compete in a swimming relay.

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$40 Good Sports club members

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$80 non-Good Sports club members

Please contact Bill Karametos, Senior Community Development Officer, Australian Drug Foundation: [email protected] or phone 9611 6103.

Their record was set at Frankston's Jubilee Park Aquatic Centre.

Ironman Asia-Pacific Championship 2013 Melbourne (Frankston > St Kilda) Save the date – Sunday, 24 March 2013

Three generations of the McCabe family celebrating their completion of the I Love Frankston Fun Run


Volunteers welcome, send your contact details to: [email protected] or phone 9293 7154.

Photo credit: Mike Fletcher

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RECYCLING BIN

To learn more about recycling, visit www.getitrightbinnight.vic.gov.au

BLUE AREA

If you live in a blue area use the blue calendar.

ORANGE AREA

If you live in an orange area use the orange calendar.

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Frankston Visitor Information Centre Christmas Gifts

A great range of local produce and Australian made gifts, souvenirs, plus gift vouchers and attractions vouchers. Come in and see for yourself.

Popular items

Sea glass angels - jewellery - wine - spices bush blend fragranced gifts - framed photography tea towels - books - puzzles - produce hampers fudge - jams - utopia giftware - large range of baby and children’s gifts.

Frankston Visitor Guide

Bring your holiday visitors into the Centre for information and ideas about things to see and do in and around Frankston this summer. Pre-order your copy of the official 2013 Visitor Guide booklet and we will send one out to you: www.visitfrankston.com

Early Bird Sand Sculpting Tickets

Available until Friday, 30 November Ten per cent off full price tickets. Great Christmas gift idea! Purchase online www.visitfrankston.com or from the Frankston Visitor Information Centre, phone 1300 322 842.

To receive regular updates on the events and activities in Frankston City, email: [email protected] or like ‘Frankston City Council’ on Facebook November 2012

Frankston Visitor Information Centre Open every day, 9:00am - 5:00pm (except Christmas Day and Good Friday) 7N Pier Promenade, Frankston Waterfront Phone 1300 322 842 www.visitfrankston.com

McClelland Gallery Sculpture Survey & Award exhibition opens – 18 November Frankston Christmas Festival of Lights – 24 November Beach Fest - All Abilities event at Frankston Waterfront – 30 November Peninsula Toy Run – 1 December Detox Your Home chemical collection – 8 December Lyrebird Community Christmas Festival – 16 December Sand Sculpting Australia exhibition opens – 26 December Blessing of the Waters – 6 January The Frankston Waterfront Festival – 19-20 January 2013
