‘Caught on Camera’: Blairgowrie Man Charged After Alleged Attack on Road Safety Vehicle
A Blairgowrie man faces multiple charges after allegedly assaulting a road safety camera operator and damaging the vehicle in Rosebud. Police say camera footage helped identify the suspect.
Frankston Mayor Urges Caution After Two Men Swept from Pier During Severe Weather
Frankston City Mayor Kris Bolam has urged residents to stay clear of the pier and foreshore after two men died in extreme wind conditions on Tuesday afternoon. Council will increase lifeguard patrols and safety signage ahead of summer.
Two men found deceased in Frankston Beach rescue operation
Police are investigating after two men were found deceased at Frankston Beach on Wednesday afternoon. Emergency crews responded around 5 pm after reports of two swimmers in distress.
Hastings Residents Hope for Fix as Councillor Responds to Flooding on Curlew Court
Curlew Court in Hastings is once again under water as heavy rain and high winds lash the Mornington Peninsula. Residents say the flooding is a long-running issue, and Councillor Michael Stephens has visited the site to investigate drainage concerns.
Severe Weather Warning for Wednesday — South-East Coastal Areas Including Mornington Peninsula & Frankston
A severe weather warning has been issued for Wednesday, 22 October 2025, with winds up to 110 km/h, rain and possible thunderstorms expected across the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston. Authorities urge residents to stay indoors and monitor updates via the VicEmergency App.
Phil Graf and Andy Palmer Awarded Life Memberships
Somerville Football Netball Club has awarded Life Memberships to long-time contributors Phil Graf and Andy Palmer for their outstanding service and dedication — writes the Somerville Swooper.
Frankston Proves It’s Victoria’s Pet Capital with Thousands at The Great Pet-Together
More than 6,000 people and their pets filled Ballam Park for Frankston’s Great Pet-Together, as Council expands cost-of-living relief and new programs to support animal welfare and responsible pet ownership.
Suspect Tasered and Arrested Following Alleged Assault of Two Officers
A 38-year-old Pakenham man was tasered and arrested after allegedly assaulting two Protective Services Officers at Pakenham Railway Station on Monday evening.
New ‘Wash Against Waste’ Trailer to Help Peninsula Events Go Plastic-Free
Mornington Peninsula Shire has introduced a new Wash Against Waste trailer to help local event organisers cut down on single-use plastics and make community events more sustainable across the region.
‘Dragged 10 Metres’: Mornington Police Sergeant to Face Trial Over Somerville Incident
Mornington police sergeant Hayden Bodycomb will face trial in May 2026 over allegations he dragged a fellow officer 10 metres along the road during a traffic stop in Somerville in 2024.
