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PINES Opens for 2022/23 Summer Season

Make a splash this summer at the award winning Pines Forest Aquatic Centre. Frankston City’s much loved Pines Forest Aquatic Centre will open for the 2022/23 summer season on Tuesday, 1 November. Peninsula Leisure CEO Kath Thom said staff have been working hard over the winter months to prepare for a busy summer, adding: “The pool is looking great for another big outdoor pool season. “Once again, the seasonal pools will be a great place to cool down and have some fun. There will be lots happening over summer from free community events, learn to swim opportunities and school swimming carnivals. Don’t forget to get your season pass for unlimited access to this award winning facility.” Pines Forest Aquatic Centre was recently awarded Facility Management of the Year – Seasonal at the annual Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) Awards. The ARV Industry Gala Awards reward outstanding achievement and commitment to the Aquatics and Recreation sector, and recognise the best of the best in facility management. Long-time Pines Forest Aquatic Centre user, John, said: “Pines is our favourite pool. It has wonderful staff and an easy vibe. We are so lucky to have this in our community and we’ve just been waiting for it to open all winter.” Fellow aquatic centre user, Sue, added: “It’s a great little local centre. Great for the community.” Pines had a huge season last year, eclipsing the previous average daily attendances by 21 per cent, seeing the biggest summer on record at the aquatic centre. Attendance records were smashed with visitation figures for the much-loved community facility reaching over 40,000. Season launch fun on the Melbourne Cup Day Public Holiday, 1 November, includes free entry, giveaways and more. Pines Forest Aquatic Centre will remain open until the end of March 2023 and for more information, please visit our website. Peninsula Leisure Pty Ltd is a subsidiary company wholly owned by Frankston City Council and is charged with the management of Council’s two aquatic facilities, Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre and Pines Forest Aquatic Centre.

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2 minute survey: Share your experience at Frankston Skate Park 🛹

Last time we asked, you told us what’s working - and the survey results were awesome. Now we want your thoughts again, to help us keep delivering the skate park experience you love. 

To track how we’re doing, we’re running a short Frankston Skate Park Pulse Survey. 

The details 
🕐 Takes just 2–3 minutes 
📆 Open until 26 April 
💬 Responses are confidential 
🎁 Go in the draw to win 1 of 3 x $100 Rebel Sport vouchers. 

Complete the Frankston Skate Park Pulse Survey via the link in our bio. 

Thanks for helping us keep Frankston Skate Park the place skaters love.
Have you had your say on our Impact Survey? 💬

We want to understand how attending PARC:
💪 Impacts your physical health and mental wellbeing 
💙 Helps you feel connected to community 
⭐️ Adds value to you or your family’s life 

Your answers will help us measure the value to our community and the real world impact of our programs and spaces - not just how often they’re used, but how they genuinely make a difference. 

The survey is open until 26 April 2026 and will take around 10 minutes. Participants can go in the draw to win 1 of 3 x $100 Rebel Sport vouchers! Complete the survey via the link in our bio.
Our partners at Davenport Physiotherapy are gearing up for the winter footy season! 🏉❄️

They have recently shared this amazing story of one of their clients, Cooper, who’s set to return to footy after more than a year on the sidelines following ACL surgery. What a huge achievement! 👏 

If you are recovering from an injury, and would like to see how they can support you on your journey, you can visit their website to find out more, or to book an appointment.
ANZAC Day is an important day for our nation as we pause and reflect on the service men and women who have fought to protect our country. 🇦🇺🇳🇿🌹 

PARC will be open with reduced hours on Saturday 25 April, with the Centre opening at 1pm. 

Centre Hours: 1pm – 7pm 
Waterslides: 1pm - 6pm 
Cafe: 1:30pm - 5:30pm 
PARC Swim: No Classes 
Group Exercise Classes: No classes. Book a virtual or on demand class via the Customer Portal or Peninsula Leisure Xplor app. 

#PARCFrankston #ANZACDay2026 #Lestweforget #CentreUpdate
It's the last day of Splash Island! 😱

Don’t end the school holidays with FOMO - book into one our final Splash Island sessions today!
Are you coming to @frankston_skatepark's 20th Anniversary this Saturday? 🎂🛹

Expect live music from Fresh Frankston, skate and BMX action, community games, giveaways and yes… cake (because you don’t turn 20 every day). We’re also bringing the memories to life with a community photo wall, packed with moments from the past 20 years. You might just spot yourself - or someone you know. 
 
🎉  When: Saturday 18 April 2026, 12pm – 4pm 
🛴 Where: Frankston Skate Park 
🎈 Cost: Free. The event is open to everyone, with no bookings required. 

Whether you’ve grown up at the park or are just keen to soak up the atmosphere, bring your board, scooter or bike and be part of the celebration.

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