Mayor Vote Ends In Stalemate As Mornington Peninsula Shire Splits 5-5
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council has failed to elect a new mayor after councillors split 5-5 in two consecutive votes, leaving Cr Paul Pingiaro as Acting Mayor until councillors try again on 16 June.
If The Shire Wants Cleaner Bins, It Needs Clearer Communication
Safety Beach resident Joe Lenzo argues the Mornington Peninsula Shire should focus more on clear communication and practical waste education if it wants to reduce recycling and FOGO bin contamination.
Mornington Peninsula Shire To Elect New Mayor Tomorrow
Mornington Peninsula Shire councillors will meet tomorrow night to elect a new mayor following Anthony Marsh’s resignation, with the current 10-member chamber leaving open the possibility of a deadlocked vote.
Half-Price Public Transport Starts Across Victoria
Public transport fares have been cut in half across Victoria from today, reducing daily travel costs for Frankston, Stony Point and Mornington Peninsula commuters until 1 January 2027.
The Shire May Be Going Through Your Bin As Audits Get Underway
Mornington Peninsula Shire has started random kerbside bin audits after recycling contamination added $1 million to waste fees, with household bins checked for wrong items left out for collection.
Two Days Left To Have A Say On Frankston Youth Plan
Young people in Frankston have two days left to help shape the city’s next five-year youth plan, with feedback closing on 31 May.
Frankston Drops Vacant Shop Rate Plan After Opposition
Frankston City Council has dropped a proposed rate hike for long-term vacant shops in the city centre after most respondents opposed the plan. Council had considered a new differential rate set at 300 per cent of the general rate for…
Residents Asked To Help Shape Future Of Mornington Peninsula Playgrounds
Mornington Peninsula residents are being asked to help shape a new 10-year strategy for local playgrounds and outdoor exercise spaces, with consultation open until 21 June.
Salvos Food Crisis Warning Hits Home On The Peninsula
The Salvation Army says vulnerable Australians are skipping meals, eating expired food and struggling with power and medical costs, as homelessness pressures continue across the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston.
Pearcedale Morning Tea Raises $3,309 For Cancer Council
Pearcedale Prime Group and The General Cafe have raised $3,309 for Cancer Council through a local Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea event supported by residents, businesses and community market stallholders.
