Completed projects

Ballam Park Athletics Track Surface Renewal Works

Frankston City Council has completed the athletics track surface renewal works at Ballam Park in Frankston to comply with current World Athletics Standards. 

The athletics track was in poor condition with worn and cracked sections, and as a result, was declared unsuitable for competition by senior athletes by Athletics Victoria. To comply with current World Athletics (WA) Certification the works include replacing the athletics track surface.

The $1.22m Council-funded works commenced in Mid-June 2022 and were completed in late 2022.

The contract for the works has been awarded to Polytan Asia Pacific Limited.

For any questions or concerns related to the Ballam Park Athletics Track Renewal Works, please contact Council’s Project Manager on 1300 322 322 or email CapWorks@frankston.vic.gov.au.

Ballam Park Athletics Track

Belvedere Bowls Club Extension

Currently Belvedere Bowls Club regularly hosts several bowls and croquet clubs from the Frankston and surrounding areas. With an increase of membership and additional user groups the existing facility is no longer fit for purpose. The current building consists of a kitchen, bar and social room and is need of a significant upgrade to support increased community usage, achieve current building code requirements and meet Frankston City Council sports upgrade development plan objectives.

This project will deliver an upgrade to the existing building and extension which will include:

  • A larger Function room space

  • Bar and Cool room

  • Furniture & Store rooms

  • Office & Match Committee rooms

  • Male & Female toilet facilities

  • Accessible toilets

  • Refurbished kitchen amenities

Federal government has partially funded the project as an election commitment. The project commenced in October 2020 and was completed in October 2021.

Brighton Street - Reconstruction

The Project

Frankston City Council has completed the Brighton Street Reconstruction and Traffic improvement works between Humphries Road and Baden Powell Drive, Frankston South.

Why was this project needed?

Brighton Street was included in the Sweetwater Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) study in 2019 and 2020. The study identified a number of community concerns with traffic in the area, including rat running, heavy traffic volumes, excessive speed limits and pedestrian safety, due to having no footpath along Brighton Street. The traffic treatments being implemented along Brighton Street will improve safety for residents, the local community, pedestrians and road users.

Scope of works

The Scope of works includes, but not limited to:

  • Construction of a new concrete footpath on the north side along the even numbered properties of Brighton Street, between Humphries Road and Baden Powell Drive
  • Construction of exposed aggregate footpath and retaining wall along Humphries Road near Brighton Street will connect to the existing broader path network along Humphries Road
  • Convert part of Brighton Street to be one way (eastbound) for vehicle traffic between Humphries Road and Norman Avenue, to be achieved through a realignment of the kerb line and narrowing of the existing road width
  • Modify Humphries Road and Norman Avenue, where intersecting with Brighton Street, to suit the one way traffic direction
  • Modify the Hotham Street intersection to only allow a right turn into Brighton Street;
  • Install a Bus suited Flat-Top speed hump outside No.9/No.16 and No.58/No.55 Brighton Street
  • Construction of indented car parking bays on north side of Brighton Street between Norman Avenue and Baden Powell Drive
  • Installation of new underground stormwater drainage pipes, between Humphries Road and Baden Powell Drive
  • Asphalt resurfacing works between Humphries Road and Norman Avenue

This infrastructure project supports the Victorian Government’s objectives to develop markets for recovered materials and use recycled materials in products and infrastructure.

The project recycles the following materials as part of this objective:

‘Replas – Polyrok’ - Concrete with a substitute stone made from recycled soft plastics, will be used to construct pedestrian footpath, kerb and channel and indented parking bays along Brighton Street.

For more information on Polyrok, please visit https://www.replas.com.au/products/polyrok/

‘The Green Pipe’ – These 100% recycled soft plastics are used to build stormwater drainage pipes.

For more information on The Green Pipe, please visit https://www.thegreenpipe.com.au/

‘Downer Group – Reconophalt’ – The Asphalt road pavement at Brighton Street will be resurfaced using Reconophalt, made from recycled contents such as soft plastics, waste glass, crumb rubber from end of life tyres, waste toner from printer cartridges and reclaimed asphalt from end-of-life roads. For more information on Reconophalt, please visit https://www.downergroup.com/reconophalt

Project Funding

Council has allocated a budget of $710,000 excluding GST in the current 2020/21 financial year Capital Works Program.

Council received a $300,000 grant from the Victorian Government through Sustainability Victoria to incorporate recycled material as part of the road reconstruction works along Brighton Street, Frankston South. This work will help strengthen markets for recycled materials and is supported by the Victorian Government’s $380 million Recycling Victoria Action Plan to transform our recycling system and create a more prosperous Victoria.

Project Timeline

Works are commenced in February 2021, and were undertaken between 7am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. The works were completed by late June 2021 (weather permitting).

How will the works impact Residents and Road Users?

The construction works likely to generate noise and dust, which will be within the EPA’s recommended guidelines. Vehicular access to properties is likely to be affected. Our Contractor aims to provide at least 24 hours’ notice in case of restricted access to your property. Detours will be in place for traffic and public Buses will be re-directed by Picnic Street.

Questions?

If you have any queries related to this project, please contact Council’s Project Manager, Karamveer Singh on 1300 322 322 or email Karamveer.Singh@frankston.vic.gov.au

Coolibar Avenue Roundabout Construction

Location: Intersection of Railway Parade and Coolibar Avenue, Seaford.

Description of Work: Construction of new roundabout at the existing intersection as shown in the below drawing.

The scope of work included a small roundabout to be built at the existing intersection. At the widest location the kerb is extended by 3.5 metres towards the west (rail side). There is no encroachment into Coolibar Reserve and impact to trees is limited to trimming to improve sight lines.

Works include new kerb, road pavement, roundabout island, and pedestrian refuge islands and footpaths. Decorative exposed aggregate in a coastal colour mix will be used in the roundabout and pedestrian to improve aesthetics.

Evelyn Street Open Space

The Open Spaces, Urban Design, Horticulture and Maintenance teams worked together to transform Evelyn Street open space into an exciting, safe and environmentally friendly community space for all Frankston City residents and its visitors to enjoy.

The park now includes:

  • An amphitheatre and elevated performance space.
  • A rainforest garden incorporating water-sensitive urban design principles.
  • Planted arbours.
  • Footpath connections to Nepean Highway and Fletcher Road.
  • Seating and new public lighting.
  • Informal play and grassed recreation areas.
  • Barbecues, a drinking fountain, bike hoops, with feature public art installation to be installed at the corner of Fletcher Road and Nepean Highway in the coming months.

The project was completed in August, 2022. It had a total project budget was $1.5 million with $1.3 million provided by the Victorian State Government.

Evelyn Park 2

Esplanade Drainage Works

Frankston City Council has completed the installation of a large diameter stormwater drainage pipe within the roadway of the Esplanade between High Street and Williams Street, Frankston.

Why is the project needed?

In urban environments stormwater is conveyed from properties and roads through a series of underground pipes and pits before it reaches an open watercourse such as a stream and eventually a coastal waterbody.

Pipelines are located within roadways, reserves, or in easements when travelling through private properties.

Responsibility management of these piped networks is typically vested with Councils for smaller pipelines, and Melbourne Water for larger pipelines.

Areas that collects stormwater flows are called catchments and are determined by the lay of the land and resultant flow of water.

Frankston City Council undertakes investigations and modelling of the catchments it manages in order to identify areas of potential flooding and to prioritise drainage improvement works at these locations.

These works form part of the implementation of the Frankston South Drainage Strategy, a series of priorities works based on investigation and modelling to improve network capacity and reduce flood risk in the area.

The strategy area is bound by Frankston Flinders Road (East), Port Phillip Bay (West), Hastings Road (North), and the top of the catchment towards Humphries Road (South).

The Esplanade pipeline is in the Warringa and Williams Catchments of Frankston South. Further stages that will connect to this pipeline include works on Cliff Road, Bay Street South, Helen Street and Gweno Avenue.

These works will improve network capacity in the areas of High Street, the Esplanade, Nolan Street, Williams Street, Cliff Road, and Warringa Road, as well as nearby streets.

Scope of Works

Works will include deep excavation, pipe laying, installation of pits, and backfilling and reinstatement of the roadway.

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Please note: This is an example image of similar scale stormwater drainage installation.

Project Timeline

Works commenced on Monday 17th January 2022 with an estimated duration of approximately 2 months.

How will the works impact Residents and Road Users?

Progressive road closures will be in place as follows:

  • High Street and the Esplanade, from east of Bay Street South to north of Nolan Street. Access to Nepean Hwy via the Folly (service road) will be closed.
  • The Esplanade from north of Nolan Street to south of Williams Street. Nolan-Esplanade intersection closed.
  • The Esplanade and Cliff Road approximately 50m either side of Williams Street. Williams-Cliff/Esplanade intersection closed. 

Due to the nature of works and deep excavations the closure of these locations to through traffic is the safest and most efficient approach to completing these works for workers and the community. 

Residents in proximity to work zones are requested to please remove any vehicles parked on the roadway by 7am each morning and ensure the roadway remains clear until the works are completed.

Access to properties within the road closure will remain at all times where possible. If access cannot be retained onsite staff will give advanced notification and liaise with impacted properties to accommodate requirements.

Concrete pits and pipes will be stored on nature strips for short periods before being installed, and some noise and minor vibration will be emitted by construction equipment and associated activities.

We apologise for any inconvenience that this may cause. Council appreciates your cooperation and patience during the delivery of these works.

For any construction site related questions or concerns please contact Jaydo Construction at info@jaydo.com.au For any general questions or concerns related to the Frankston South Drainage Strategy Implementation please contact Council’s Project Manager on 1300 322 322 or email CapWorks@frankston.vic.gov.au.

Fletcher Road Revitalisation

Fletcher Rd

Artist: Phin Murphy from Sinatra Murphy & Andrew Hogg Design

The Fletcher Road gateway precinct was completed as of late 2022. We are providing a welcoming entrance to the Frankston Municipal Activity Centre (FMAC) for train commuters, drivers, pedestrians and cyclists.

The program includes traffic, streetscape improvements in the precinct and projects to improve community safety and attract more people to Frankston’s city centre. 

What’s happening?

  •  Landscaping 

As part of Council’s City Centre Greening Program, significant landscape improvements have been completed at the Fletcher Road Overpass Reserve on the north and south sides of the Fletcher Road overpass, including significant landscaping and greening to enhance Frankston’s urban forest and biodiversity. 

Council and the Victorian Government jointly fund the works.

  • Roundabout upgrade

The Fletcher Road/Dandenong Road West roundabout has also been transformed with extensive new planting.

  • The Fletcher Road Underpass Integrated Public Art and Lighting Installation (Scale)

Scale, an integrated public art and lighting installation, is being installed on the Fletcher Road overpass abutments. The Victorian Government fully funds the project through the Department of Suburban Development.

The installation illustrates the epic migration of the Short-finned Eel, migrating 3,000 kilometres from Kananook Creek to the Coral Sea and acknowledges Frankston’s geographic, historical and cultural connection to waterways. Completed as of late 2022.

Frankston Station Precinct Redevelopment

The Victorian Government has recently completed a $63 million redevelopment of the Frankston Station Precinct, officially opened on 6 October 2018, which has transformed the heart of Frankston City into a safe, modern and thriving place to live, work, study, invest, visit and enjoy leisure time in.

  • A brand new Frankston Station
  • Air-conditioned waiting room
  • New platforms
  • Landscaping
  • Seating
  • Better access for all abilities

Upgraded Young Street

  • New footpath paving
  • Better pedestrian friendly facilities
  • Landscaping

Further works as part of stage one and stage two are still being finalised.

For more information on this project, contact the Level Crossing Removal Authority on 1800 105 105 or visit: https://bigbuild.vic.gov.au/projects/level-crossing-removal-project

Hall Road Pavement Rehabilitation Works

Frankston City Council has completed the installation of a large diameter stormwater drainage pipe within the roadway of the Esplanade between High Street and Williams Street, Frankston.

Why is the project needed?

In urban environments stormwater is conveyed from properties and roads through a series of underground pipes and pits before it reaches an open watercourse such as a stream and eventually a coastal waterbody.

Pipelines are located within roadways, reserves, or in easements when travelling through private properties.

Responsibility management of these piped networks is typically vested with Councils for smaller pipelines, and Melbourne Water for larger pipelines.

Areas that collects stormwater flows are called catchments and are determined by the lay of the land and resultant flow of water.

Frankston City Council undertakes investigations and modelling of the catchments it manages in order to identify areas of potential flooding and to prioritise drainage improvement works at these locations.

These works form part of the implementation of the Frankston South Drainage Strategy, a series of priorities works based on investigation and modelling to improve network capacity and reduce flood risk in the area.

The strategy area is bound by Frankston Flinders Road (East), Port Phillip Bay (West), Hastings Road (North), and the top of the catchment towards Humphries Road (South).

The Esplanade pipeline is in the Warringa and Williams Catchments of Frankston South. Further stages that will connect to this pipeline include works on Cliff Road, Bay Street South, Helen Street and Gweno Avenue.

These works will improve network capacity in the areas of High Street, the Esplanade, Nolan Street, Williams Street, Cliff Road, and Warringa Road, as well as nearby streets.

Scope of Works

Works will include deep excavation, pipe laying, installation of pits, and backfilling and reinstatement of the roadway.

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Please note: This is an example image of similar scale stormwater drainage installation.

Project Timeline

Works commenced on Monday 17th January 2022 with an estimated duration of approximately 2 months.

How will the works impact Residents and Road Users?

Progressive road closures will be in place as follows:

  • High Street and the Esplanade, from east of Bay Street South to north of Nolan Street. Access to Nepean Hwy via the Folly (service road) will be closed.
  • The Esplanade from north of Nolan Street to south of Williams Street. Nolan-Esplanade intersection closed.
  • The Esplanade and Cliff Road approximately 50m either side of Williams Street. Williams-Cliff/Esplanade intersection closed. 

Due to the nature of works and deep excavations the closure of these locations to through traffic is the safest and most efficient approach to completing these works for workers and the community. 

Residents in proximity to work zones are requested to please remove any vehicles parked on the roadway by 7am each morning and ensure the roadway remains clear until the works are completed.

Access to properties within the road closure will remain at all times where possible. If access cannot be retained onsite staff will give advanced notification and liaise with impacted properties to accommodate requirements.

Concrete pits and pipes will be stored on nature strips for short periods before being installed, and some noise and minor vibration will be emitted by construction equipment and associated activities.

We apologise for any inconvenience that this may cause. Council appreciates your cooperation and patience during the delivery of these works.

For any construction site related questions or concerns please contact Jaydo Construction at info@jaydo.com.au For any general questions or concerns related to the Frankston South Drainage Strategy Implementation please contact Council’s Project Manager on 1300 322 322 or email CapWorks@frankston.vic.gov.au.

Level Crossing Removals in Frankston City

Seaford Road in Seaford, Skye/Overton Road in Frankston and Eel Race Road in Seaford are the three level crossings identified for removal in Frankston City by the Level Crossing Removal Authority (LXRA).

Council has now completed the removal of level crossings within Frankston City and has working alongside the LXRA to ensure the best outcomes for our community.

Monterey Reserve Soccer Pavilion

In conjunction with Frankston Pines Soccer Club, Frankston City Council recently completed the project of the new sporting pavilion at Monterey Reserve Frankston North. The new pavilion has now bee updated with facilities including:

  • Four change rooms and attached amenities
  • Multi-purpose community function room
  • Kitchen/Kiosk
  • Umpires rooms
  • First aid room
  • Meeting room

This new pavilion will also allow the inclusion of new public toilets incorporated within the pavilion.

Pat Rollo Reserve Pavilion Redevelopment

Pat Rollo Reserve Pavilion currently accommodates Frankston Pines Junior Football Club, Frankston Pines Football Club (overflow use), Frankston Pines Cricket Club and Auskick.  The existing facility is more than 40 years-old and consists of a combined social and change room area with attached kitchen and toilets. The existing pavilion is in need of significant upgrade to support female use, achieve current building code requirements and meet Frankston City Council sports development plan objectives.  Portable change rooms are currently brought in during the winter season to service the clubs.

This project will deliver a new pavilion at Pat Rollo Reserve which will include:
• Two female friendly change rooms with supporting amenities
• Separate social rooms
• First aid room
• Two umpire change rooms with supporting amenities
• Kitchen/kiosk
• Meeting rooms

Project commenced in April and expected to be completed late January 2022.

Playground Upgrade

The playground at Polaris Reserve got a makeover, with works commencing late August 2019.

The old playground was demolished (asides from the existing swing) and replaced with new equipment such as:

  • Balance beams
  • See-saw
  • Accessible basket swing
  • Spring rockers
  • Rock steppers obstacle space
  • Flying saucer spinner
  • Rubber softfall matting

Additional works included landscaping, new concrete walking paths and park furniture to enjoy. 

RF Miles Recreation Reserve Redevelopment

Following the removal of Seaford Road level crossing by the Level Crossing Removal Projects team, Council has transformed the RF Miles Recreation Reserve in Seaford.

Home to Seaford Football Netball Club and Seaford Cricket Club, the $9.147 million redevelopment, funded by Council, Victorian and Federal Governments, delivered:

  • A new two-storey pavilion with female-friendly facilities
  • Larger oval to meet AFL standards
  • New netball courts and new cricket nets
  • Car parking, shared user paths and landscaping
  • New oval lighting, scoreboard and coaches box

The new-look RF Miles Recreation Reserve was officially opened on Wednesday 10 November 2021.

Funding

The $9.147 million redevelopment was funded by Council ($3.447m), Victorian Government ($2.6 million) and Federal Governments ($2.6 million) and the Level Crossing Removal Project ($500,000).

Stotts Lane, Frankston South - Path Construction Works

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Project Update (02/09/21)

Construction of the new concrete path and kerbing is complete. Peripheral works will be conducted to reinstate and seed nature strips, earth bank stabilisation along sections of the path. Some road resurfacing will be progressively undertaken over the next 2-3 weeks.


Frankston City Council is undertaking the construction of a new concrete path along western side of the Stotts Lane between Golf links Road and Escarpment Drive as a part of its Capital Works Program between late May and August 2021.

The proposed footpath has been identified in Council’s Footpath Strategy as a high priority and in response to a number of requests received from the local community and schools. This new paved path will greatly improve pedestrian and cyclists safety along Stotts Lane. 

The works include 1.5 to 2.5 metre wide plain grey concrete footpath along western side of Stotts Lane between Golf links Road and Escarpment Drive including some vegetation removal and construction of retaining wall where necessary. An aerial map showing the proposed alignment and the concept designs of the footpath have been prepared and are available to view under the Related Documents section.

Seaford Community Centre forecourt improvements

The Seaford Community Centre forecourt has been transformed.

The improvements include lawn renovations and new irrigation to provide a green oasis for picnics, tree pruning and planting, new garden beds and the centerpiece – a giant silver orb.

Designed and constructed locally, the orb uses the indigenous Coastal Banksia (Banksia integrifolia) for inspiration. It consists of stylised banksia leaves enveloping a bright yellow banksia flower illuminated from within at night. The orb also has the word ‘Seaford’ etched on a banksia leaf noting its location in the Seaford civic precinct. Council fully funded the project.

Seaford orb

Seaford North Reserve Playground

Our Open Spaces and Civil Infrastructure teams have been working together these past few months to develop a revitalised, safe and environmentally-friendly community space for you to enjoy.  The new, district-level playground at Seaford North Reserve is the result of community feedback about a lack of quality family facilities in the area. We heard you and, after extensive community consultation, have delivered this beautiful play space for everyone to enjoy. 

  • Accessible to all ages and abilities
  • Brightly coloured and engaging equipment
  • Additional Parking
  • Additional Solar lighting 
  • Recycled Plastic Fencing
  • Shade and Barbecue space
  • $1m total investment from Frankston City Council

The next stage involves refurbishing the existing toilet block, expected to be completed later in 2019. 

Key dates

Completed August 2019

Skye Road and McClelland Drive Roundabout - Pavement Reconstruction Works

Pavement reconstruction works were completed in July 2021.

Tennis Redevelopment at Centenary Park

Founded in 1891, Frankston Tennis Club is one of the oldest in Australia, with hundreds of members playing every week. But as Frankston grows, the current courts have been acquired by the Victorian Government to make way for the vital Frankston Hospital expansion. 

Council has worked with Frankston Tennis Club, Frankston East Tennis Club and Tennis Victoria/Australia to complete plans for a $4.2 million redevelopment of existing Frankston East Tennis Club facilities at Centenary Park.

Features now include:

  • 13 hard surface courts with new lighting and fencing
  • Upgrade of existing pavilion featuring open social space, kitchen and bar, storage and cool room, accessible shower, accessible public toilet, new male and female change rooms and amenities, meeting room and tournament office, external painting and service upgrades
  • Car park upgrades meeting DDA compliance requirements
  • Landscape works including retaining walls, gardening, footpaths as well as drainage and service upgrades

Warrandyte Road and Traffic Safety Improvement Works

Frankston City Council completed traffic safety improvement works along Warrandyte Road in Langwarrin, as part of the Capital Works Program. These works are in response to recommendations of the Traffic Study report undertaken during 2017. The report was completed in consultation with the community, residents and stakeholders. These works will increase pedestrian safety along Warrandyte Road, and improve parking during peak school pickup and drop off times.

The traffic safety improvement works include: 

Construction of shared Path upgrade to meet Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) requirements at intersection of Warrandyte Road and access to Ebenezer Village.

Relocation of school crossing and creating a new turning lane to service road along the Elisabeth Murdoch College.

Construction of new parking lane along south bound lane of Warrandyte Road between Tyrone Street and Elana Court.

Design (Only) of new remote school crossing at Warrandyte Road - North Road intersection. The construction of this crossing is planned for financial year 2021/22 and its delivery is subject to Council receiving crossing supervisor funding via the Department of Transport (VicRoads).

The consultation carried out as part of the Traffic Study Report in 2017 has informed the designs for the works, which are due to be delivered between March and June 2021.