Shire To Pull The Pin On Aged Care Services

Mornington Peninsula Shire will stop delivering Commonwealth-funded aged care services from 2027, with Meals on Wheels, Dial a Bus and social support services to move to specialist providers. The change comes in one of Victoria’s older communities, leaving residents and families waiting for key details on future providers and costs.
Somerville v Pearcedale Blockbuster

Traditional rivals Somerville and Pearcedale meet in a highly anticipated Round 10 MPNFL clash, with both sides carrying winning form into a contest that could shape the Division 2 ladder.
Peninsula Health Leaders Honoured for Service to Community and Mental Health

Two Bayside Health Peninsula leaders have been recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours for their work across community health, disability support, mental health care and psychiatry.
Frankston Man Fighting For Life After Alleged Assault

A 37-year-old Frankston man remains in a critical condition after an alleged late-night assault in Charon Court. Two men have been charged with attempted murder.
Seven Homes In Hastings As Mornington Peninsula Housing Crisis Outpaces Supply

Seven new social homes are underway in Hastings for women on the priority housing list, but Mornington Peninsula Shire figures show local housing demand still far outweighs supply.
Police Investigate Suspicious Factory Fire In Carrum Downs

Police are investigating a suspicious factory fire at a Carrum Downs car paint business after emergency services were called to Brett Drive about 2.10am. Victoria Police said three offenders fled the scene in a dark-coloured Jeep utility.
14-Year-Old Among Three Charged Over Alleged Frankston Home Invasion Spree

Three teens, including a 14-year-old boy, have been charged after police linked alleged aggravated home invasions in Frankston to a wider investigation involving a stolen vehicle, weapons charges and an alleged police evasion in Hastings.
Frankston Fire Festival To Light Up Waterfront This Winter

Frankston Fire Festival will bring fire pits, live music, food vendors, fire performers and large-scale fire art to Frankston Waterfront on Saturday 13 June.
Frankston Mayor And CEO To Sleep Out As Rough Sleeping Hits Four-Year High

Frankston City Mayor Cr Sue Baker and CEO Tennille Bradley will take part in the Vinnies CEO Sleepout as council calls for $2.5 million in State Government funding to expand local homelessness outreach.
Gatto Arrest Puts Construction Integrity Back In Election Spotlight

Mick Gatto has been released without charge after being arrested and interviewed by Taskforce Hawk detectives at Mount Martha during an investigation into alleged financial offences.







