Local Businesses Invited to Share Views in 2025 Survey

Local businesses are encouraged to take part in the 2025 Business Survey, open until 30 September. The survey, run with Metropolis Research, aims to capture local business needs and guide future programs and support services.
Police Seek Woman After Knife Incident at Carrum Downs Shopping Centre

Police are appealing for a woman to come forward after an alleged assault and knife threats at Carrum Downs shopping centre on Sunday. Officers quickly arrested a man, but the victim left before police could speak with her.
$2K No Questions Asked: Shire Looks To Scrap Scrutiny On Councillor Spending

Mornington Peninsula Shire is moving to scrap Council approval for expenses over $2,000 and interstate travel, leaving decisions to the CEO’s pen. Critics warn the change strips away transparency and accountability.
Pearcedale Overwhelms Somerville

Pearcedale Football Club stormed home in the second half to defeat Somerville 13-5-83 to 9-7-61 in the MPFNL First Semi Final at Baxter Park. Read the match report, best players, and results by the Somerville Swooper.
Holding Marsh to His Own Standard: Does His Record Stack Up?

Mornington Peninsula Mayor Anthony Marsh has been the Shire’s most expensive and least performing councillor during the 2020–2024 term. With high allowances, costly trips and few resident requests lodged, his record raises questions of value for ratepayers — especially in light of his criticism of Frankston’s mayor and claims about spending not passing the pub test.
Bayside Health Merger Promises Stronger Care for Frankston and the Peninsula

Peninsula Health will merge with Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service and Kooweerup Regional Health Service to form Bayside Health in January 2026. The new network, backed by the state government, is promising stronger access to specialists, faster transfers and more career opportunities for staff across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula.
Four More Charged in Mornington Peninsula Crime Spree

Four more people, including two Hastings teenagers, have been charged following a series of burglaries and vehicle thefts across the Mornington Peninsula. Detectives confirmed the 30-year-old Hastings man originally arrested remains in custody.
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Mornington Peninsula mayor Anthony Marsh’s attack on Frankston Council has backfired, with mayor Kris Bolam labelling the comments a deflection. The row has exposed Marsh to claims of hypocrisy over his own travel while highlighting Frankston’s progress under Bolam’s leadership.
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Council launches record tree and plant giveaway to boost Frankston’s green canopy

Frankston City Council has launched its biggest tree giveaway, with thousands of free trees and plants available for schools, households and community groups to expand the city’s green canopy.







