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.
Woman Dies After Being Hit By Car Near Nepean Highway in Chelsea
A woman has died after being hit by a car in a Chelsea car park near the intersection of Avondale Avenue and Nepean Highway.
Manufacturers Warn Work-From-Home Laws Could Hit Jobs
South east manufacturers have warned Victoria’s proposed work-from-home laws could create confusion, workplace tension and job risks for businesses that rely on skilled, on-site labour.
Mornington Peninsula Teen Charged After Dog Squad Arrest Ends Alleged Stolen-Car Run
A 17-year-old from the Mornington Peninsula area has been charged after an alleged stolen-car run involving a BMW, a Kia and a Dog Squad arrest in Richmond.
Manufacturers Push Gas And Nuclear Case At SEMMA Energy Forum
South east manufacturers have used SEMMA’s energy forum to call for gas exploration in Victoria and renewed debate on nuclear power, arguing stable and affordable energy remains critical to local manufacturing jobs.
Frankston Council Freezes New External Partnerships Amid Governance Overhaul
Frankston City Council has frozen new external partnerships and memberships while it develops a Strategic Partnerships Framework to tighten oversight of external organisations seeking council support, funding or advocacy backing.
Bittern Man Allegedly Five Times Over Limit After Mount Martha Collision
A Bittern man has had his licence suspended and vehicle impounded after police alleged he returned a breath test reading more than five times the legal alcohol limit following a two-car collision in Mount Martha.
