10.30am Shock: Seaford Man, 52, Allegedly Recorded 0.171 BAC While Unlicensed

A Seaford man is expected to face court after police allege he returned a high-range BAC of 0.171 and was driving unlicensed during a weekday morning intercept on Klauer Street.
Shark Sighting Reported Near Rye Pier

A shark sighting near Rye Pier has been reported by swimmers after a large fin surfaced close to shore. The animal later swam toward the pier, prompting swimmers to return to shore and warn others.
Council’s Long Delay on Landslide Risk Exposed by EMO7 Rollout

Mornington Peninsula Shire is under renewed scrutiny after the rollout of EMO7 highlighted years of delay in updating landslide risk controls, despite having mapping data since 2012.
Battery Disposal Reminder Issued Following Mount Martha Recycling Truck Fire

Mornington Peninsula Shire has issued a reminder about battery disposal after a recycling truck caught fire in Mount Martha, highlighting the risks of hazardous waste in household bins.
Frankston Teens Charged After Alleged Luxury Car Home Invasion Spree

Three Frankston teenagers and a Seaford man are among four charged after police allege an overnight aggravated burglary and luxury car theft spree that ended in Mount Eliza with a stolen Maserati.
Frankston Man Charged After Alleged Hammer Assault in Cranbourne

A Frankston man has been remanded in custody following an alleged hammer assault in Cranbourne, with two men now facing court.
Frankston Council Opens $250K Funding Pool To Back New Destination Events

Frankston City Council has opened applications for its 2026–27 Destination Event Attraction Program, offering a $250,000 funding pool to support new and returning destination events in the city.
Frankston Recognised As An “Established Welcoming City” After National Assessment

Frankston City Council has been recognised as an Established Welcoming City under the Welcoming Cities program after a national accreditation assessment that returned a score of 4.4 out of 5.
Shock Exit: Sam Groth Quits Parliament, Nepean Thrown Into By-election

Sam Groth has resigned as the Liberal Member for Nepean, prompting a by-election. In a statement dated 4 February 2026, the Leader of the Opposition thanked Groth for his contribution and said the contest would focus on cost of living, crime, health and housing ahead of the November 2026 state election.
Two Men Charged After Shotgun Home Invasion in Melbourne’s South East

Two men have been charged after an alleged home invasion in Narre Warren South, where police allege a loaded sawn-off shotgun was involved and a Mercedes SUV was stolen before arrests in Narre Warren.







