Privacy Policy
The Somerville Times and all associated publications have adopted the Statement of General Principles and the Statement of Privacy Principles from the Australian Press Council. Along with the Statement of General Principles and the Specific Standards, the Privacy Principles are applied by the Council when providing advice…
Social Media Policy
1. Introduction 2. Scope 3. Principles 4. Preventing Social Media Bullying and Defamation 5. Responsibilities 6. Consequences 7. Review and Updates
General Principles
The STPL News and all associated publications have adopted the Statement of General Principles and the Statement of Privacy Principles from the Australian Press Council. Publications are free to publish as they wish by reporting facts and expressing opinions, provided they take reasonable steps to comply with the…
Council Stands Firm Amid Criticism Over Beach Cleaning Decision
Former Mornington Peninsula Citizen of the Year Josie Jones criticizes council’s handling of beach cleaning trials, raising concerns about governance, evidence-based decision-making, and vested interests.
Somerville to Baxter Bike Trail Construction Underway
Construction has started on the Somerville to Baxter section of the Peninsula Trail, a $7.8M project funded by the Australian and Victorian governments. Cr Kate Roper, Mayor Anthony Marsh, and Paul Mercurio MP highlight its benefits for local connectivity, walking, and cycling.
Sarah Race Joins Labor to Challenge Flinders Seat
Former Mornington Peninsula councillor Sarah Race announces her candidacy for the Flinders seat with the Labor Party, joining Ben Smith as an independent candidate. Learn more about this exciting election race.
CFA Warns of Lithium-Ion Battery Risks After Langwarrin E-Bike Explosion
The Country Fire Authority (CFA) is urging caution with lithium-ion batteries following a recent e-bike explosion in Langwarrin.
Arthurs Seat Eagle $25M Upgrade in Good Hands, Says Senior Botanist
Merinda Day-Smith, Senior Botanist with Nature Advisory, reassures the Mornington Peninsula community that the environmental assessment for the $25 million Arthurs Seat Eagle upgrade is on track. The three-stage project includes a function centre, observation tower, restaurant, and luge, set to begin next year.
Dromana Woman Carjacked During Three-Hour Police Pursuit in Frankston
A 53-year-old Dromana woman was carjacked during a three-hour police pursuit in Frankston. Multiple suspects have been arrested following a chaotic series of events.
Police Investigating Bus Assault in Hastings
Police are investigating an assault on a Frankston-bound bus in Hastings on 20 October, involving a 62-year-old victim. Public assistance is sought to identify two individuals. Contact Crime Stoppers with any information.
