Ben Smith Revealed as the Independent for Flinders

Ben Smith, CEO of the Mornington Community Support Centre, has announced his…
Christmas Carols at St John’s Presbyterian Church 22 December
Come and join us to sing, hear about, and celebrate the birth of Jesus at St John’s Presbyterian Church in Somerville on Sunday, 22 December. The evening begins at 6 PM with tea, followed by carols at 7 PM. Bring your family and friends to enjoy this meaningful and festive celebration.
Council to Persist with Hand Beach Cleaning Trial

The Mornington Peninsula Shire Council will continue its hand-cleaning beach trial until…
Peninsula Aero Club: A Truley community focused organisation

Peninsula Aero Club: A Truley community focused organisation
Earn While Supporting Community-Focused News

Looking for a flexible way to earn extra money while making a…
Celebrating Two Years of Community News: Final 2024 Edition of Somerville Times

Celebrating Two Years of Community News: Final 2024 Edition of Somerville Times
The final edition of the Somerville Times for 2024 is now rolling out, celebrating two years of community news with 20 editions of the Somerville Times and 5 editions of the Peninsula Local. Together, these publications have produced and distributed an impressive total of approximately 300,000 copies.
Independent Candidate Push for Flinders Ahead of 2025 Federal Election

Debbi de Lapps, spokesperson for the Independent for Flinders group, has declared…
Kananook Creek Advisory Group Faces Uncertain Future

The Department of Environment, Energy, and Climate has announced its decision to…
Homelessness Crisis: Nearly 1 Million Victorians at Risk Amid Bushfire Threats

Victoria’s homelessness crisis has reached critical levels, with nearly one million people at risk and bushfire warnings adding urgency. Overstretched services are turning away 29% of those seeking help. The Council to Homeless Persons calls for a $5 million investment in outreach to prevent tragedies, especially in remote areas. The Call Unanswered report highlights a 67% rise in homelessness risk since 2016, exacerbated by rental stress and insufficient funding. Immediate action is needed to support vulnerable communities.
What Would You Change About Yourself?

After reading this prompt, I found myself unexpectedly stumped. I’ve always been…







