News

30-20-2, Choose what you want to do 

At Peninsula Leisure, we are on a mission to get more of Frankston moving, more of the time! 

We know only 49% of Frankston locals are currently meeting the National Physical Activity Guidelines. We’re on a mission to change that. Our goal is simple:  
Make Frankston the healthiest community in Victoria. 

30-20-2 is your weekly activity formula for better health. 

We want to make being active more fun, social, accessible and enjoyable for everyone, no matter your age, ability or starting point. We’re here to help you! 

Let’s make regular activity part of everyday life 

 You don’t need to overhaul your life to be healthier. Small steps add up and everyday movement counts. With 30-20-2, you can choose what works for you. 

What is 30‑20‑2? 

30-20-2 is a formula to help you achieve your physical activity goals. The National Physical Activity Guidelines exist to help Australians achieve better physical health, mental health and wellbeing. They can feel complicated, so we’ve made them easier to understand with our simple formula. It is recommended that Australian adults achieve:  

30 minutes of moderate activity daily  
Moderate activity means you’re moving, breathing comfortably, and able to speak in full sentences.  

OR  

20 minutes of vigorous activity daily  
Vigorous activity gets your heart pumping – you’re breathing hard and speaking in short bursts.  

AND   

2 days per week incorporating muscle strengthening activities    
These are activities which makes your muscles work harder, like lifting, pushing, or pulling any type of resistance. 

The best part? You get to choose what works for you. 
Walk your kids to school, get out in the garden, play sport, dance in your lounge room, join a class, cycle, clean the house, or head out for a jog.  

Movement is movement, and every bit counts. 

30‑20‑2 is your flexible, achievable pathway to feeling better physically and mentally, every day. 

How we’re helping the community to be more active, move often 

To support the Frankston community in being active, we’ve developed a digital hub filled with practical tools to help you understand 30‑20‑2 and build more movement into your daily life. A resource for locals, from your local experts at PARC and Peninsula Leisure.  

We’ve made it simple to take the first step with our  “Getting Started” hub 

If you’re new to exercise or returning after a break, this section is for you. 
The Peninsula Leisure and PARC team have created simple resources that explain the basics, from what different exercise intensities feel like, to small, everyday ways you can move more. You’ll even find helpful trackers and guides you can download and use at home. 

Make activity more accessible with workouts you can do anywhere 

On the Activities tab, you’ll find easy workouts for moderate exercise, vigorous movement and strength sessions. These workouts are suitable for all fitness levels and abilities and can be done anywhere.  
 
Explore dozens of local options to get you active in the community 

Movement is more fun when you do it with friends, and Frankston is full of amazing places to get active – many of them completely free. 

Our Connect tab highlights local clubs, social groups, walking trails, parks, community centres and outdoor exercise equipment. If you want to explore, meet new people, or find an activity you genuinely enjoy, this is where you’ll start. 

Our Peninsula Leisure and PARC team are here to support the whole Frankston community — for every age, every ability, every starting point. With the right tools and a bit of encouragement, we can all move more, feel better, and create a healthier, more connected community. 

Explore the new 30‑20‑2 Digital Hub and start your movement journey today. 

Share this article

PARC’s annual Christmas Giving Tree is back! 🎄

We’re proud to once again partner with Community Support Frankston to help families in need this Christmas. Over the years, our community’s generosity has been amazing - and this year, it’s needed more than ever! 

How you can help: 

🎁 Donate: We welcome non-perishable pantry items that are in-date, and unopened, as new toys that are left unwrapped. 
🎄 Where: Donation box near PARC reception 
🎅 When: Donations cut off on Friday 11 December to allow time to distribute. 

Let’s spread joy and make this Christmas brighter for everyone in our local community!
Help us shape a more active Frankston 🏊🏃

Over the past year, we have been working to improve awareness and understanding of physical activity across the Frankston community. 

We want to hear your story and experience. 

Be part of shaping a healthier Frankston and share your voice by completing our 5-minute follow-up survey. Your feedback will help us understand awareness of the National Physical Activity Guidelines, assess our impact on physical activity participation, and identify opportunities to better support people in leading active, healthy lives. The results will help guide future programs, resources and initiatives across the community. 

Complete the survey via the link in our bio. 

Thank you for taking the time to complete the survey. Your responses are so valuable in helping us supporting the Frankston community 💙
To mark World Diabetes Day, PARC has partnered with the Life! program at Diabetes Victoria to host an information stall with free 2-minute health checks for members.

📅 Date: Monday 9 November
🕖 Time: 9am - 12pm

Drop by and do a quick health check to find out if you may be at higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes and how the Life! program can help.

The friendly Life! team will also be available to answer your questions, check if you are eligible for this free, government-funded program and help you get started.

Life! is delivered by dietitians and exercise physiologists and supports you to:
🥗 Improve your nutrition
💪 Increase physical activity
🧠 Manage stress

Learn more via their website.
Try our seated 10 and Done Workout at home! 🪑

Part of our 10 and Done series, a collection of free guided activities available on our 30-20-2 Digital Hub!

Enjoy this 10-minute, equipment-free guided workout. Mostly seated and easy to follow, it’s a great way to get moving at your own pace and add a little more movement to your day!

Head to the link in our bio to visit our 30-20-2 Digital Hub for the full 10 minute video ⭐️
Raft Waterslide closure 🚧
Monday 9 November - Friday 13 November

Please note that both Raft Waterslides will be closed for important maintenance works from Monday 9 November, with planned reopening on Friday 13 November. 

We appreciate your understanding and patience as we complete these important works.
We're open today for Cup Day from 7am - 7pm 🏊

Come down with the family for a swim or get your workout in!
PINES IS A FINALIST!
Pines Forest Aquatic Centre has been named a Finalist in the 2026 Frankston & Mornington Peninsula Business Excellence Awards in the Community Impact & Engagement category!

We’re so proud to be recognised because we know Pines is more than a place to swim. It’s a place where our Frankston community comes together, to be active, happy and connected.

PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD
As a Finalist, we also have the chance to win the People’s Choice Award – and we need YOUR help!

💙 Love your local pool?
💦 Enjoy our free community events?
☀️ Have special memories of summer at Pines?
We’d love you to show your support and help our much-loved Pines Pool. 

HOW TO VOTE
1️⃣ Head to the link in our bio
2️⃣ Fill in your details.
3️⃣ Select Pines Forest Aquatic Centre (Peninsula Leisure) from the drop-down menu and hit submit!
A huge thank you to our amazing team and our Pines community.
PINES is open for the 2026/2027 season! 🥳

Come on down for a swim, and to celebrate the season open! Can't wait to see you there 🤩

Recent articles