THE new car park at Kananook Railway Station officially opened last week. The federal government spent $22 million to build the car park on Frankston Council-owned land. It features more than 300 car spaces, including dedicated bicycle parking. The multi-level car park is directly opposite the Kananook Railway Station and Frankston Stadium.
Newly re-elected Dunkley MP Jodie Belyea said “this project is about making everyday life more affordable and convenient – whether people are heading to work, school, sport, or connecting with friends and family.”
Frankston mayor Kris Bolam said the project is “a direct result of council’s strong and strategic advocacy and planning for infrastructure that meets the real needs of our growing community.”
“The Kananook Car Park isn’t just about improving access to rail – it’s about unlocking opportunity. From supporting active transport to reducing congestion, the benefits of this facility will be felt right across our community for years to come,” Bolam said.
“With the Australian Government’s $22 million investment in the Kananook Car Park, we’re delivering real cost-of-living support by providing free, accessible and people-focused infrastructure that takes pressure off local households. I’m proud to see this facility officially open and ready to serve the growing Frankston City community and broader region.”
First published in the Frankston Times – 27 May 2025