St Brendan’s Walks for Safety, Health and Community
Students from St Brendan’s Primary School walked to school on 16 May as part of the 26th Walk Safely to School Day, encouraging health, safety and local connection.
Flinders Election Result Prompts Reflections from Zoe McKenzie, Ben Smith and Sarah Race
Zoe McKenzie has retained Flinders after a close contest against Ben Smith and Sarah Race. All three candidates have spoken out following the result.
Buddy Bench Brings Kindness and Connection to Somerville Rise Primary
Somerville Rise Primary School unveils a new Buddy Bench—its 25th on the Mornington Peninsula—thanks to Mt Martha Men’s Shed and Shire funding.
Mornington Peninsula Schools Step Up for Walk Safely to School Day This Friday
Mornington Peninsula families are set to take part in National Walk Safely to School Day this Friday 16 May, with local schools encouraging students to walk to school to boost health, safety and sustainability.
Zoe McKenzie Provisionally Retains Flinders as Count Nears Completion
Zoe McKenzie is set to retain the federal seat of Flinders, leading independent challenger Ben Smith in a close race. The AEC has not yet declared a final result.
Opinion: The Tobacco Wars – A War Never Fought
OPINION: Renee Heath MP argues that the State government’s failure to act on illicit tobacco trade has created perfect conditions for organised crime.
Two Charged After Homemade Shotgun Seized in Pakenham
A man and woman from Pakenham have been charged after Victoria Police located a homemade shotgun and ammunition during a May 2025 raid.
Independent Ben Smith Closes in on Flinders as AEC Confirms Two-Candidate Contest
Independent Ben Smith is closing in on Liberal MP Zoe McKenzie in the Flinders race, with the two candidates now in a head-to-head contest. The AEC has confirmed the exclusion of Labor’s Sarah Race.
Pedestrian Dies After Collision with Illegally Modified E-Bike in Hastings
The Hastings man critically injured in a collision with an illegally modified e-bike has died. Police continue to investigate and say charges may be upgraded.
Police Appeal for Public Help to Locate Missing Teen Nicholas
Police are searching for 17-year-old Nicholas, missing since 4 April in Dandenong. He is known to frequent Bayside and Peninsula areas. Public help is urgently needed.
