Ratepayers Could Fund McCrae Land Purchase as Shire Plans Landslip Works

Mornington Peninsula Shire plans to acquire land in McCrae for landslip mitigation works, but has not revealed the property, purchase price or funding arrangements. STPL News has asked the Shire for further details.
Frankston Councillor Kris Bolam Recognised Overseas For Governance Work

Frankston councillor and former mayor Kris Bolam has been recognised overseas for his work in local government transparency, public administration and community-focused reform.
Teen Charged Over Carrum Downs Factory Fire

Police have charged a 15-year-old boy after an alleged stolen Ford Raptor was linked to a Carrum Downs factory fire that caused more than $1 million damage.
Teenager Fighting for Life After Langwarrin Motorcycle Crash

A 16-year-old boy is fighting for life after a motorcycle collided with a car on Cranbourne-Frankston Road in Langwarrin. Victoria Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash and are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
New Bus Timetable Changes Now in Effect Across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula

New bus timetable changes are now in effect across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, with revised services, improved train connections, additional Saturday services on Route 833 and the withdrawal of Route 786. Passengers are encouraged to check the latest timetables before travelling.
Manufacturers Call For Senate Scrutiny Of Workplace Bill

The South East Melbourne Manufacturers Alliance has called for a Senate inquiry into the Building Cooperative Workplaces Bill, warning the proposed legislation could disadvantage small and medium-sized businesses competing for Commonwealth-funded contracts.
Mornington Peninsula Shire Rethinks Budget Following Community Criticism

Mornington Peninsula Shire has adopted its 2026/27 Budget after revising several measures in response to community feedback. The changes include lower waste charges, increased road funding and changes to the FOGO rollout.
All Alone: Paul Mercurio Appears Abandoned by Labor Ahead of Victorian Election

Victorian Labor has reportedly deprioritised Hastings despite the electorate’s razor-thin margin. Community survey results and a growing three-way contest place Paul Mercurio under increasing pressure ahead of November’s state election.
Letter to the Editor: Melbourne Roads

Wayne Murray, a Rye resident has raised concerns about the condition and durability of Melbourne’s road network, questioning why newer roads appear to require more frequent major repairs compared to older infrastructure.
Teen Pair Charged Over Alleged Knife-Point Bus Stop Robberies In Frankston And Cranbourne

Two teenagers have been charged after police allege a stolen car was used in knife-point robberies targeting young people at bus stops in Frankston and Cranbourne.







