Frankston South Driver Allegedly More Than Five Times Over Alcohol Limit in Tyabb
A 34-year-old Frankston South man allegedly recorded a BAC of 0.261 in Tyabb, resulting in a 12-month licence loss and 30-day vehicle impoundment.
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Mental Health Care Gap Widens as Treatment Costs Rise
Monash University research reveals a widening gap in access to psychological treatment, with disadvantaged children hardest hit and out-of-pocket costs more than doubling.
Paul Stafford BBQ Brings Food And Political Conversations To Frankston
Paul Stafford met residents at a Frankston BBQ on 22 October, discussing small business and his priorities ahead of the Victorian election.
Blairgowrie Motorcycle Crash Leaves Man Dead, Another Critically Injured
A Nunawading man has died and a Blairgowrie man is in hospital with life-threatening injuries after a motorcycle struck a tree on Melbourne Road.
Three Charged After Allegedly Stolen Prado Reaches 170km/h in Melbourne’s South-East
Three men from Frankston and Seaford have been charged after police tracked an allegedly stolen Prado through Melbourne’s south-east at speeds of up to 170km/h.
Jacob Rapana Wanted Over Cheltenham Cemetery Plaque Thefts
Police are searching for Jacob Rapana, 32, who is wanted on warrants in connection with the theft of up to 160 brass memorial plaques from a Cheltenham cemetery.
Bentons Square Reopens After Fire Destroys Butcher’s Shop
Bentons Square Shopping Centre reopened on Monday evening after an overnight fire destroyed Lindens Meats and damaged two neighbouring businesses.
Four Rough Sleepers Die on Mornington Peninsula in Six Weeks
Four rough sleepers have died on the Mornington Peninsula in six weeks, while a new report reveals 11 deaths since December 2024 and ongoing housing shortages.
Mornington Man Charged With Manslaughter Over Fatal Stabbing
An 18-year-old Mornington man is among eight people charged with manslaughter following the fatal stabbing of Lino Atem in Wyndham Vale in January 2025.
P-Plater Clocked At 224km/h By Somerville Highway Patrol
An 18-year-old P-plater allegedly drove a BMW at 224km/h on EastLink in Carrum Downs before evading Somerville Highway Patrol officers, police say.
Man Dies After Being Found Unresponsive In Water At Frankston
A man has died after being found unresponsive in the water at Frankston. Emergency services responded to Gould Street shortly before 5pm on Friday.
Rosebud Hospital Parking Fees To Begin On 27 October
Paid parking begins at Rosebud Hospital and The Mornington Centre on 27 October, with 30 minutes free and a $19 daily maximum. Concession rates are available.
Frankston Man Among Five Charged Over Cranbourne Thefts
A Frankston man is among five people charged following a police investigation into more than 25 alleged shop thefts and vehicle crimes across Melbourne’s south-east.
Mount Martha Man Faces 232 Charges Over Alleged False Workplace Certificates
A 33-year-old Mount Martha man has been charged with 232 counts of making a false document. Police allege he facilitated false workplace education qualifications. He was bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on 15 February.
Driver Dies In Cheltenham Crash Involving Garbage Truck
A driver has died after a car and garbage truck collided on Nepean Highway in Cheltenham early Tuesday morning. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Seaford Man Charged After Alleged 200km/h Stolen Ute Drive
A Seaford man has been charged with dangerous driving and vehicle theft offences after a stolen ute allegedly reached 200km/h and continued on three wheel rims.
Seaford Man Arrested After Stolen Ute Allegedly Hits 200km/h
A 31-year-old Seaford man has been arrested after a stolen Holden Commodore allegedly reached speeds of 200km/h and continued driving on three wheel rims across Melbourne’s south-east.
Langwarrin Stabbing: Three Teens Charged With Gross Violence Offence
Three teenagers have been charged after a 41-year-old Langwarrin man was allegedly stabbed and left with life-threatening injuries after confronting a group outside a Govan Street property.
Rosebud Pedestrian Death No Longer Treated As Potential Hit-Run
Police say the death of a 57-year-old Rosebud man found critically injured at Point Nepean Road and Boneo Road is no longer being treated as a potential hit-run.
Woman Found Dead After Frankston House Fire
Police are investigating after a woman was found dead inside a Stanley Street home following a house fire in Frankston.
Police Investigate Alleged Lewd Act On Mornington Peninsula Bus
Victoria Police are seeking public assistance after an alleged lewd act involving a teenage girl on a Route 785 bus between Mornington and Frankston.
RIP David Lau
David Lau, 49, died on 22 August, leaving behind three daughters. His sister Bethany is calling for better mental health and addiction support on the Mornington Peninsula.
Woman Killed In Frankston South Fatal Hit-Run As Police Hunt SUV
Police are hunting a dark-coloured SUV after a woman was killed in a Frankston South fatal hit-run on Frankston-Flinders Road.
Two Arrested After $15,000 Worth Of Allegedly Stolen Tools Recovered In Hastings
Two men have been arrested after police allegedly recovered approximately $15,000 worth of stolen tools from a vehicle in Hastings. A Crib Point man has been charged, while a Frankston man was released pending further enquiries.
Somerville Tyabb Rotary Hears Appeal For Ukraine Support
Somerville Tyabb Rotary members heard from Ukrainian community representatives about humanitarian needs and practical ways to provide medical aid and winter supplies.
Safety Beach And Carrum Downs Men Charged Over Alleged Sale Assault
A Safety Beach man and a Carrum Downs man have been charged with intentionally causing injury and affray following an alleged assault in Sale. Both were bailed to appear in court in February 2027.
$2.8 Million Eramosa Road East Upgrade To Begin In Somerville
A $2.8 million upgrade of Eramosa Road East in Somerville will begin this September. The affected section will close to through traffic, with resident access maintained and completion expected before Christmas, weather permitting.
Frankston Man Charged With Stalking After Tracking Devices Found On Cars
A 65-year-old Frankston man has been charged with four counts of stalking and firearm and weapon possession offences after electronic tracking devices were allegedly found on several cars.
Major Balnarring Drug Lab Dismantled, Rye Man Among Three Charged
A Rye man is among three people charged after police dismantled a Balnarring drug lab described as one of Victoria’s largest uncovered this year. Investigators seized suspected methylamphetamine, chemical waste and equipment during searches on the Mornington Peninsula and in Melbourne.
Mount Eliza Pair Arrested In Taskforce Hawk Raid
Two Mount Eliza residents were arrested during a Taskforce Hawk raid investigating alleged construction industry corruption. The man faces a false-document charge arising from a separate investigation.
Man Dies Following Peninsula Link Collision At Carrum Downs
A man has died following an early-morning collision between a car and truck on Peninsula Link at Carrum Downs, with Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives investigating the circumstances.
218 Offences Detected in South-East Road Policing Blitz
Police detected 218 offences during a two-night road policing blitz across Casey and Dandenong, including 13 alleged drink drivers and five drug drivers.
Baxter Man Arrested After Allegedly Stolen BMW Pursuit Across Melbourne
An 18-year-old Baxter man has been arrested after an allegedly stolen BMW was pursued across Melbourne’s southeast following a series of alleged burglaries in Brighton East.
Cockatoo Damage Prompts Turf Replacement Plan At Truemans Road Recreation Reserve
Mornington Peninsula Shire is planning a major turf replacement at Truemans Road Recreation Reserve in Tootgarook after cockatoos caused extensive damage to the soccer pitches and cricket oval.
Safety Beach Man Expected To Face Charges After Dromana Drink-Driving Crash
A 20-year-old Safety Beach man is expected to face charges after an alleged drink-driving crash on Nepean Highway in Dromana left a Ford Fiesta written off.
Frankston And Mornington Peninsula Business Festival Brings Regional Leaders Together
The Frankston and Mornington Peninsula Business Festival 2026 brought regional leaders, exhibitors, keynote speakers and community organisations together at Frankston Arts Centre.
Schoolies Licence Blitz Targets Frankston and Mornington Peninsula Venues
A Schoolies licence blitz across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula has resulted in multiple alleged security, identification and traffic offences. Victoria Police inspected 33 licensed premises and checked 89 crowd controller licences during the operation on 21 and 22 August.…
Victoria Police Senior Constable Charged With Assault
A Victoria Police senior constable has been charged with four counts of common law assault following an internal investigation into an alleged on-duty incident in November 2025.
Somerville Man Arrested In Taskforce Hawk Investigation
A 37-year-old Somerville man has been arrested and released pending further enquiries as part of a Taskforce Hawk investigation into alleged secret commissions, fraud and drug trafficking linked to Victoria’s construction industry.
Scams Awareness Week 2026: Four Stories Behind The Statistics
Four Australians have shared how scammers used trust, pressure and familiar situations to steal thousands of dollars during Scams Awareness Week 2026.
Mount Martha Man Faces Drug Charges After Frankston Arrest
A 50-year-old Mount Martha man faces multiple drug charges after police allegedly found several substances and more than $5,000 in cash during a Frankston operation.
40 Arrested in Frankston Station Operation
A five-hour police operation at Frankston Railway Station resulted in 40 arrests, five edged weapons being seized and more than 40 transport infringement notices being issued.
Frankston and Mornington Peninsula Business Festival to Feature 80 Exhibitors
The Frankston & Mornington Peninsula Business Festival will bring 80 exhibitors to the Frankston Arts Centre on 27 August, with sessions covering regional growth, housing, artificial intelligence, hospitality and workplace wellbeing.
Man Faces Frankston Stabbing Charges
A 27-year-old man has been charged over two alleged stabbings in Frankston, including an alleged armed robbery, and remanded in custody.
Man Arrested After Two Stabbings in Frankston in 24 Hours
Frankston Crime Investigation Unit detectives have arrested a 27-year-old man after two women were stabbed in separate incidents on Young Street and Playne Street within 24 hours.
One Dead After Two-Vehicle Collision in Rosebud
A man died after a two-vehicle collision in Rosebud on Sunday evening. Police have arrested one driver and are investigating.
Police Release Vehicle Images in Beaumaris Fatal Crash Investigation
Victoria Police have released images of a Volkswagen similar to the vehicle involved in the fatal Beaumaris crash that killed a 38-year-old Blind Bight man.
Blind Bight Man Killed in Beaumaris Fatal Crash
A 38-year-old Blind Bight man has died and a 45-year-old Carrum Downs man suffered life-threatening injuries following a fatal crash in Beaumaris.
H5 Bird Flu Threat Prompts Western Port Wildlife Warning
Residents are being urged to report sick or dead birds and marine mammals as H5 bird flu threatens wildlife, tourism and poultry operations around Western Port.
Crib Point Primary Wins 2026 Inter School Activity Challenge
Grade 5 students from Western Port primary schools put their engineering skills to the test at the seventh annual Inter School Activity Challenge, with Crib Point Primary School taking first place.
