Mayor congratulates reelected Jodie Belyea, celebrates $75m funding
Published on 05 May 2025
Frankston City Council Mayor Kris Bolam has congratulated Federal Member for Dunkley, Jodie Belyea MP and the Albanese Government in Canberra on their election results over the weekend.
The federal election outcome marks a major step forward in realising key priorities for Frankston City, with over $75 million in Federal funding secured for transformational local infrastructure and community projects
In the lead-up to the election, Ms Belyea and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese made budgeted commitments to two major projects as part of Council’s Frankston City First advocacy campaign launched earlier this year, which were:
- Nepean Boulevard Precinct Revitalisation - $50 million (with an existing co-contribution of $7.25 million from Frankston City Council)
- Bruce Park Pavilion Redevelopment - $5 million (with an existing co-contribution of $3.34 million from Frankston Council and $1.7 million required by State Government)
The incoming Federal Government also pledged to fund a number of other Council-led and community advocacy projects if re-elected, including:
- Len Phelps Pavilion expansion - $2.5 million
- Frankston Bowling Club canopy dome - $1.75 million
- Karingal Bulls new sports lighting at Ballam Park - $225,000
Plus commitments to a number of other initiatives that will benefit the community of Frankston City:
- Additional CCTV infrastructure - $1.5 million
- Smacktalk online safety education - $400,000
- Safety upgrades to Sikh Volunteers Australia Langwarrin facility - $500,000
- Westernport Highway upgrades early works - $10 million
- McClelland Sculpture Park – Greenwave Program - $200,000
- Thrive Hub in Frankston - $1 million
- Cranbourne Rd and Beach St intersection upgrade - $2 million
Frankston City Council Mayor Kris Bolam said he was pleased to continue working with Jodie Belyea over the next three years to achieve long-term benefits for Frankston City.
“I congratulate Jodie on her re-election and look forward to continuing our strong partnership with her and the Federal Government to deliver projects that will shape Frankston City’s future,” Mayor Bolam said.
“These projects are not just investments in infrastructure – they’re investments in community wellbeing, local jobs, and a revitalised Frankston city centre.”
Council adopted its advocacy priorities at a Special Council Meeting in January and commenced an advocacy campaign that bolstered community and stakeholder support, including the likes of AFL legend Dermott Brereton, Committee for Frankston and Mornington Peninsula and Frankston Business Collective.
“Our bold advocacy efforts have once again seen great bipartisan success for our local community. This included extensive online promotional material, engaging with candidates of varying political backgrounds, a well-attended roundtable discussion event with key community leaders and most importantly the support of key stakeholders and community.”
“As the level of government closest to the community, Council-led advocacy to state and federal governments is essential in securing the necessary funding to deliver the infrastructure and services our community need. This is particularly important in the current financial environment.”
“With this funding, the largest amount our advocacy campaign has secured to date, we can now get on with the job of delivering projects that unlock new opportunities for our residents and businesses.”
Council thanks all community members, partner organisations and stakeholders who supported the Frankston City First campaign and played a role in advocating for the city’s future. Council also thanks Nathan Conroy for his positive and spirited campaign as the Liberal candidate for Dunkley.
Ongoing conversations with the Federal Government will continue on a number of local initiatives, such as emergency relief funding for organisations such as Community Support Frankston. A report will be presented to Council following the election to determine next steps on unfunded projects, particularly ahead of the 2026 state election.