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Hastings Club Collapse Raises Questions Over Council Neglect
After a prolonged closure caused by delayed building repairs, the Hastings Club has entered liquidation.…
Another Senior Departure at Mornington Peninsula Shire
Another senior leader has resigned from Mornington Peninsula Shire, with insider reports suggesting more exits…
I Have Seen Photos of Bigfoot with Better Resolution
The Greens’ Dunkley candidate, Matt Maber, became the centre of attention earlier this month—not for…
What Is Going On at the Shire?
Reports from an insider are that the Mornington Peninsula Shire's Director of Planning, Renae Littlejohn,…
Crime
Learner Driver Caught at 200km/h in Cranbourne North Street Race
An 18-year-old learner from Clyde North has been caught driving at 200km/h during a suspected…
Arsonists Cause $2M Damage in Dandenong South Truck Yard Fires
Victoria Police are investigating two suspicious fires at a Dandenong South truck yard, causing nearly…
Three More Charged in Lyndhurst Murder Case
Victoria Police have charged three more individuals in connection with the fatal stabbing of Timothy…
Police Investigate Arson in Hastings
Mornington Peninsula detectives are investigating an arson attack in Hastings after two males set fire…
Politics
Hastings Club Collapse Raises Questions Over Council Neglect
After a prolonged closure caused by delayed building repairs, the Hastings Club has entered liquidation.…
Frankston City Council’s Call for Support on Key Projects
Frankston Council is urging election candidates to support funding for emergency relief, infrastructure upgrades, and…
Federal Election Called for May 3
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced Australia’s federal election will take place on May 3,…
Independent Ben Smith Claims Flinders Race Is Neck and Neck
Independent candidate Ben Smith says the race for Flinders is neck and neck with incumbent…