Former McClelland College Teacher Charged with Child Sexual Offences
A former McClelland College science teacher has been charged with child sexual offences. The case is before the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court. VIT registration cancelled.
Arts Community Mobilises Ahead of Council Funding Decision
Arts organisations across the Mornington Peninsula are preparing a coordinated response to proposed council funding changes, fearing the move could jeopardise the viability of the region’s creative sector.
Pedestrian Critical After Collision with Illegally Modified E-Bike in Hastings
A Hastings man is in a critical condition after being hit by an illegally modified e-bike on Frankston-Flinders Road. Police are investigating.
Mount Martha Man Fined $6271 for Dumping Whitegoods in Rural Reserves
A Mount Martha resident has been fined $4,700 after dumping washing machines and a dryer in Tuerong and Moorooduc. The Mornington Peninsula Shire urges locals to report illegal dumping.
Arts Groups Rally Against Shire’s New Funding Model
Mornington Peninsula arts and performing-arts groups accuse the Shire Council of ambushing them with a competitive funding model, threatening grassroots viability.
Hastings duo charged over violent Peninsula break-ins
Locals Maintain the Rage Over Maxine’s Starving Horses
Community outrage continues to grow in Mount Eliza, where locals have returned for a second protest against property owner Maxine Fraser, following widely shared images of allegedly starving horses. STPL News was at the scene again to cover the developing story and speak with Wines about the group’s ongoing efforts.
Shire Budget Shake-Up: Councillor Cam Williams Explains New Funding Model
STPL News spoke with Councillor Cam Williams to clarify recent concerns and confusion surrounding changes to the Mornington Peninsula Shire’s budget and funding model.
Shire Not Backing Hastings Club Despite MP News Report
Claims published by MP News this week suggesting the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council has “stepped in to save the Hastings Club” have been rejected by local councillor Kate Roper, who says the article is confusing. In a story titled “Shire…
Flinders seat still undecided as record ballot count continues
The Flinders seat remains undeclared as the AEC navigates a record number of ballots and a complex three-candidate preferred count. Zoe McKenzie leads on primary votes and Sarah Race edges past Ben Smith.
