THE Frankston Football Club has referred financial discrepancies in its accounts to Victoria Police for investigation.
A Herald Sun article last week outlined allegations that the VFL club was facing two police and WorkSafe investigations, and that the president and a treasurer had recently resigned from their volunteer positions. The article referenced missing funds and “misogynistic attitudes towards female members of management.”
Since the initial reports last week, Frankston Football Club volunteers have contacted The Times expressing serious concerns about the club’s culture and the deteriorating relationships between its senior figures.
The Times asked Frankston Football Club how many board members and members of the executive team had recently resigned. Acting president Pippa Hanson did not confirm an exact number, but said “financial discrepancies were reported by our club to police and we are working with police on that matter.”
“In relation to a WorkSafe investigation, the club is committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all staff, players, members and supporters and we remain proud of our close connection to the wider community,” Hanson said. “Both matters are being addressed accordingly and will not impact the club’s on-field and off-field operations for the upcoming season.
“The club will not be making any further comment at this time.”
The Times is not alleging that anyone involved is guilty of misconduct, only that the matter is being investigated.
Last Thursday, Frankston Football Club confirmed it would host its 2026 AGM on the evening of 26 February.
On 12 January, Frankston FC posted a short statement on its website calling for nominees to the board. “As per clause 22 of the Frankston Football Club Incorporated Constitution, nominations are being sought for Board members of the Frankston Football Club Incorporated,” the statement read. Board nominations closed on 27 January.
The Frankston Football Club had a successful year on the field in 2025, earning their way into the preliminary final. The result was the club’s best since they were readmitted into the VFL in 2018. Healthy crowds in the thousands turned up to watch the Dolphins play each week in Frankston.
The clubs’ 2025 performance is a stark improvement on where it was situated a decade ago – the VFL club had its license stripped in 2016 after entering administration owing a $1.5 million debt. It spent the next six years clawing its way out of the hole and finally declared itself debt-free in 2021.
The Frankston Football Club’s social media pages have not addressed the mismanagement allegations, with posts remaining squarely focused on pre-season preparations.
First published in the Frankston Times – 10 February 2026