Frankston Christmas Festival Draws Massive Crowds as New Name Makes Its Debut
Frankston’s newly rebranded Christmas Festival drew huge crowds on Saturday, with strong police presence, positive behaviour and no reported incidents. Council says the name change reflects a stronger focus on community connection.
‘Don’t Let Him Out’: Community Anger Builds as Police Call Hastings Man a ‘Massive Driving Force’ Behind Local Crime
Hastings man Aaron Torpy, 30, is accused of grooming local children to commit burglaries and steal cars. He is now facing 48 charges and is seeking bail, which Victoria Police strongly oppose, as public anger grows across the Mornington Peninsula.
Frankston Council Responds to Concerns Over Alleged Illegal Foreshore Works
Frankston City Council has addressed community concern over alleged illegal vegetation removal and unauthorised foreshore works, confirming investigations with DEECA and urging residents to report suspected breaches.
Eramosa Family Medical Centre
Eramosa Family Medical Centre Ad posted at 27/11/2025 at 1:00pm. The practice…
Western Port Community Unites to Mark Start of 16 Days of Activism in Hastings
Western Port community members gathered at Hastings foreshore for the opening of the global 16 Days of Activism campaign, joining a march and community event promoting respect and gender-based violence prevention.
Frankston Mayor’s Overseas Sister Cities Trip Delivers Millions in Tangible Outcomes
Frankston’s sister cities trip has delivered millions in proposed investment and new international agreements. Outcomes include a 20 million dollar factory proposal, job creation, education partnerships and strengthened global ties across Japan, China, Fiji and the United States.
‘World’s Best’: Peninsula Hot Springs Wins Global Luxury Hot Springs Award
Peninsula Hot Springs has been named the world’s leading luxury hot springs destination, winning the Global Luxury Hot Springs award at the World Luxury Spa Awards. The Mornington Peninsula wellness centre marks 20 years of growth.
Frankston Community Raises More Than $220,000 to Support Accessible Beaches and Local Causes
Frankston has raised more than $220,000 to support the Australia’s Most Accessible Beach pilot and local causes. Nearly thirty organisations contributed to the community-driven effort.
Police Seek Public Assistance to Locate Missing Frankston Teenager Nate
Frankston police are seeking public assistance to locate 15-year-old Nate, who was last seen on 12 November. Officers and family hold concerns due to his age and the time he has been missing.
Insider Claims Suggest Further Departures at MPSC
An anonymous MPSC insider has contacted STPL News alleging a new wave of departures, following senior staff exits in December 2024 and January 2025, as well as redundancies in September. The source also claims the Local Government Inspectorate is continuing its presence inside the organisation.
