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Firefighting Aircraft Arrive Ahead of Hot Summer
Firefighting aircraft, including Large Air Tankers and Aircranes, are arriving in Australia ahead of a predicted hot summer, with high bushfire risks in Victoria and the Mornington Peninsula.
Langwarrin Stuns Dromana in RPPFM Match of the Day
Catch the latest local cricket updates as Langwarrin stuns Dromana, Long Island claims top spot, and Rye stays in the finals race with Ben Ashworth’s century. Read more on STPL News!
Safety Alert: Total Fire Ban Declared for Monday 16 December 2024
Total Fire Ban declared across Victoria, including the Mornington Peninsula, on Monday, 16 December 2024. Extreme fire danger conditions forecasted with high temperatures, strong winds, and thunderstorms. Stay informed and prepared.
Landmark Healthcare Merger Promises Big Changes for Peninsula
A new healthcare network, provisionally named Bayside Health, will form through a voluntary merger of Peninsula Health, Alfred Health, and Kooweerup Regional Health Service. The merger, announced Thursday morning, is set to take effect from 1 January 2026 and will serve more than one million people, including 300,000 residents of the Mornington Peninsula. The merger […]
Baxter Community Pantry Christmas Drive Seeks Donations
The Angels at Baxter & Surrounds Community Pantry are calling on locals to help spread some festive cheer this holiday season. The group is collecting donations to make Christmas special for families in the community who are facing tough times. They are seeking non-perishable food items, Christmas goodies, gifts for children and younger teens, wrapping […]
Hanging on for Grim Death: Locals Seeking Homelessness Support Up
The number of working Victorians seeking homelessness assistance has reached alarming levels, with a 23% increase over the past five years, according to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare’s latest annual report. This grim reality is mirrored across the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula regions, where nearly 14,000 Victorians have sought help in the past […]
Dumpster Fire in Capel Sound Sparks Hazardous Waste Warning
A rubbish truck fire in Capel Sound has highlighted the dangers of improperly disposed hazardous waste. The driver noticed smoke coming from the truck’s load and promptly contacted the fire brigade.
Kananook Creek Association Slams Council’s Decision to Scrap Governance Group
The Kananook Creek Association (KCA) has voiced strong concerns over Frankston City Council’s decision to dissolve the Kananook Creek Governance Group.
$5 Million Allocated to Upgrade Dallas Brooks Reserve in Mornington
Dallas Brooks Reserve is one of the main sporting reserves servicing the township of Mornington and is home to the Mornington Soccer Club and the Beleura Junior Sports Club.