Reach Local Customers Across the Mornington Peninsula & Frankston
Local Advertising From $180 Per Month
Put your business alongside independent local news covering the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston. Choose website advertising for ongoing visibility, a sponsored feature to tell your story, or a longer-term partnership.
Website advertising starts from $180 per month, with a minimum 30-day booking. Tell us about your business and we can confirm the available placement, price and start date.
Not sure which package suits your business? Ask us for help choosing. We reply within 24 hours, excluding weekends and public holidays.
All placements are fixed, non-rotating, and positioned within trusted local news content.
Independent local newsroom
Limited advertising placements
Fixed placements / no rotation of ads
Why Local Businesses Advertise With Us
Our E-News Audience
Over 6,000Daily E-News subscribers
46%Open rate on our main E-News list
Connect with readers through our daily E-News. Ask us about E-News advertising options for your business.
Why Choose STPL News?
- Independent local newsroomfocused on the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston
- Highly engaged local readerswho live, work and spend in the area
- Fixed placementswith no rotation
- Limited number of advertisers per pageto protect visibility
Local Presence
Best for: Trades, retail and local services
Local Presence gives your business a fixed banner position on STPL News article pages, so readers see you while they are catching up on local news. Your ad is shown on both desktop and mobile in a placement chosen for visibility without clutter.
Inclusion list
- Fixed banner placement on article pages
- Desktop and mobile visibility
- Category exclusions available on request
- Minimum 30-day booking
Price
From $180 per month
Category exclusive from $250 per month
Featured Local Business
Best for: Businesses wanting stronger storytelling and visibility
Featured Local Business combines a sponsored article with display advertising, so you can tell your story in depth and stay visible for the month. Articles are clearly labelled as sponsored and are produced to STPL News editorial standards.
Inclusion list
- One sponsored article on stplnews.com.au (clearly disclosed)
- Featured in the article feed for 14 days
- Includes one Local Presence banner for 1 month
- Permanent listing in our website archive
Price
From $450 per feature
From $600 per feature with social amplification
Peninsula Partner
Best for: Established brands and long-term supporters
Peninsula Partner is our premium digital option for organisations seeking consistent visibility and an ongoing association with independent local journalism. Partner positions are limited to protect visibility and maintain reader trust. Pricing varies depending on placement and section sponsorship availability.
Inclusion list
- Homepage supporter placement (logo + short line)
- Sponsorship of a suitable section (subject to availability and suitability)
- Ongoing acknowledgement as a supporter of independent local journalism
- Sponsored content options available by arrangement (clearly disclosed)
- Print recognition: Partner logo and one-line acknowledgement in every issue of the Somerville Times and any future STPL News publications published during the booking term, placed on the inside back page or within an acknowledgement section (supporter acknowledgement only)
Price
From $600 to $1,200 per month
Minimum 6-month commitment.
Limited positions available.
Pricing depends on placement and sponsorship scope.
Advertising Examples
Picture Your Business Here
Illustrative layouts showing desktop and mobile advertising formats. These are diagrams, not screenshots. The exact position, size and availability are confirmed with your booking.
Mobile advertisement
Featured Local Business: a clearly labelled sponsored article tells your story in more detail, with a Local Presence banner included for one month.
Advertising & editorial independence
Advertising on STPL News helps fund independent local journalism. Advertisers have no influence over our editorial decisions, news coverage or investigations. Sponsored content is always clearly disclosed.
Print Advertising Available
To learn about print advertising options please contact us directly.
Enquiries and bookings
To check availability or discuss the right option for your business, please get in touch.
Contact details
Email: contact@stplnews.com.au
