Frankston Cracks Down on Graffiti with Patrols, Faster Clean-Ups and Community Bounty
Frankston City Council’s expanded graffiti patrols, rapid response times, and new $10,000 community bounty program are showing strong results—removing over 42,000m² of vandalism in just one year.
Off-Duty Officer Seriously Injured in Seaford Hit-Run, Police Seek Dashcam Footage
A 61-year-old off-duty police officer cycling to work was seriously injured in a hit-run on the Nepean Highway in Seaford. Police are seeking dashcam footage and witnesses.
Wanted on Warrant: Frankston, Mornington Peninsula and Surrounds
Police are appealing for help to locate 14 people wanted across Frankston, the Mornington Peninsula, Cranbourne and Narre Warren. Do you recognise them?
AK-47 Replica, $20K in Meth Found in Cranbourne East Drug Bust
A Cranbourne East man and woman have been charged after police seized $20,000 worth of meth, GHB, cash, and a replica AK-47 during a suburban raid.
Contaminated Water Forces Closure of Emil Madsen Reserve in Mount Eliza
Emil Madsen Reserve in Mount Eliza has been closed due to contaminated water, disrupting local sporting and community events over the weekend. South East Water is currently investigating.
MPSC’s Ratepayer Funded Golf Course Promotes New Upgrades Include Simulators, Night Golf and New Community Events
Mount Martha Public Golf Course, funded by Mornington Peninsula Shire ratepayers, has introduced golf simulators and night golf events. Council is now exploring new commercial uses to reduce operating losses and improve long-term sustainability.
“Armed, High, and On the Run”: Langwarrin Man Charged After Police Car Rammed in Stolen Vehicle Chase
A 24-year-old Langwarrin man has been charged over a high-speed pursuit that ended with a crash, police car ramming, and Dog Squad arrest. Drugs and weapons were allegedly seized.
“Enough Is Enough”: Locals Rally After Arts and Climate Funding Cut by Council
Locals are gathering in Flinders on Saturday 2 August in response to the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council’s cuts to arts and climate funding. Hosted by broadcaster Tracee Hutchison, the meeting will bring together creatives, conservationists and community members ahead of the Council’s mid-year budget review.
Somerville Overwhelms Chelsea
Somerville continued its winning streak in Round 15 with a gutsy 23-point win over Chelsea, setting up a thrilling final stretch in the 2025 MPNFL season.
Teen Critical After Seaford Shooting
A 16-year-old boy is in a critical condition after a shooting in Seaford on Sunday afternoon. Police say they’re not seeking anyone else at this stage, but investigations are ongoing.
