Frankston City Council is excited to launch the new Entrepreneur Program 2025–26, designed to help local individuals turn great ideas into thriving businesses. Whether you’re developing a concept, preparing to launch, or have started within the past year, this program offers tailored training, expert mentoring, and the chance to pitch your business idea to an expert panel.
Local entrepreneur Andy Pater from Smart Yards in Frankston said “being an entrepreneur in Frankston means more than just running a business”. “It’s about building something meaningful in the community I grew up in,” Mr Pater said. “Through Smart Yards and other ventures, I’m passionate about delivering high-quality service, creating jobs, and inspiring others to back themselves and have a crack. For me, entrepreneurship is about solving problems, moving fast, and making people proud to call Frankston home.”
Benefits of the program include:
- Business and Strategic Planning
- Financial Literacy
- Branding and Marketing
- Digital Marketing & AI
- Revision and How to Pitch
There will also be an awards ceremony where the top five successful applicants could be awarded $10,000 to help boost their new business or business idea.
Expressions of Interest open 8am, 3 November and close 5pm, 14 November 2025.
Council recommends thoroughly reading the guidelines to check your eligibility before applying.
Visit www.frankston.vic.gov.au/entrepreneurprogram to find out more.
First published in the Frankston Times – 28 October 2025