A LETTER writing project designed to keep Frankston residents connected has been extended due to popular demand.
The Letterbox Project, an anonymous letter exchange, launched on 4 August and runs every Tuesday at Frankston Library.
Frankston Council’s positive ageing officer Kelleigh Lane has been one of the project’s organisers. She said it has “grown into something far more meaningful than we ever anticipated.”
“The Letterbox Project was originally due to conclude on 27 October, however the response from participants has been so overwhelmingly positive that we have made the decision to continue the program indefinitely,” Lane said. “What started as a small initiative has become something truly special. Participants have shared stories of feeling less isolated, more connected to their community, and having something positive to look forward to each week. New friendships have formed, confidence has grown, and for some people, receiving a letter has become the highlight of their week. The impact has exceeded anything I had hoped it might become.”
The 27 October date initially intended to be the project’s conclusion was instead the date of a celebration event at Frankston library.
Lane said that the program will expand as it heads into the future. “As the project continues to evolve, we are also introducing Letterbox Project Ambassadors. These will be regular participants who can help welcome new members, assist during our Tuesday sessions, and provide a friendly point of connection for others. The ambassador role will help strengthen the sense of community that has developed and ensure new participants feel welcomed from day one,” she said.
First published in the Frankston Times – 3 November 2026