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How a Vegepod transformed the toddler room at Explorers Frankston North

Thanks to the support of the Peninsula Health – Health Promotion Team, the delivery of a Vegepod has sparked a green revolution in the toddler room at Explorers Early Learning in Frankston North. Traditional veggie gardens in early learning settings often face a unique challenge: enthusiastic young gardeners who love to touch, dig, and explore …

Mental Health team win Victorian Public Healthcare Award

Peninsula Health’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Service has won the award for Excellence in Mental Health and Wellbeing at the 2025 Victorian Public Healthcare Awards. The team was recognised for the Elimination of seclusion and mechanical restraints in their inpatient services, having become the first and only service in Victoria to completely eliminate the use of …

The Friendship Factory is open for business at Overport Primary

At Overport Primary School, the Student Health Ambassadors are leading the way in promoting inclusion, wellbeing, and safe social spaces through an inspiring new initiative called The Friendship Factory. This student-led project offers a welcoming space filled with fun activities and opportunities to build friendships. Thanks to the generous support of the Parents and Friends …

Celebrating Allied Health Professions Day 2025

Today we celebrate Allied Health Professions Day, and the incredible team of skilled, caring and dedicated allied health staff we have here at Peninsula Health. This year’s theme ‘Stronger together’, highlights the benefits of multidisciplinary team-based care.

Father’s Day twice as nice for local dads

Anthony and JR grew up believing that they’d never be able to be parents. But now thanks to an extraordinary friendship and the support of Frankston Hospital, they’re proud Dads of two girls.

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