Work on Frankston Foreshore Retaining Wall Halted Following Council Intervention
Construction of an unregistered retaining wall on the Frankston foreshore has been halted by the council after backlash from residents. Property owner Gene Neill defended the works, citing recent landslips. The council is now reviewing the situation.
Frankston Neighbourhood Policing Forum: Community Safety Discussion
Frankston residents are invited to take part in an important discussion on community safety at the upcoming Frankston PSA Neighbourhood Policing Forum this Thursday, 6th March 2025.
Tyabb Man Scammed in Vehicle Sale
A Tyabb man has fallen victim to a Facebook Marketplace scam while trying to sell his vehicle. Learn how to avoid falling victim to the same scam.
Major Multi-Vehicle Collision in Pearcedale Leaves Six Injured
A serious crash involving a truck and six vehicles in Pearcedale has left six injured, causing road closures on Baxter-Tooradin Road. Authorities urge caution.
Duo Charged After Seizure of Vehicles, Drugs, and Stolen Firearm in Safety Beach As Mornington Peninsula Grapples with 29.1% Increase in Crime
Mornington Peninsula, Victoria – Crime has surged by 29.1% across the Mornington Peninsula, with police grappling with rising drug offences, firearm-related crimes, and property theft. Recent data from the Crime Statistics Agency Victoria reveals that criminal incidents increased from 6,911 in 2023 to 8,919 in 2024, marking a significant spike in offences across the region. […]
Police Seek Public Assistance to Locate Wanted Individuals
Victoria Police are searching for Daniel Cruse, Hunter Scott, and Paul Wardle, who are wanted for unrelated offences. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Victorian Government Initiates Inquiry into McCrae Landslide
The Victorian Government has announced an independent inquiry into the McCrae landslide, aiming to uncover its causes and prevent future incidents. The investigation will address residents’ concerns and provide safety recommendations.
Public Appeal: 14-Year-Old Trip Missing from Safety Beach
Police are seeking public assistance to locate 14-year-old Trip, last seen in Safety Beach on 1st February 2025. Anyone with information should contact Rye Police.
McCrae Landslide Raises Broader Concerns Over Peninsula’s Geological Stability
The McCrae landslide highlights geological vulnerabilities on the Mornington Peninsula, as authorities stabilise the site and address calls for broader monitoring and preventive measures.
Drivers Reminded to Slow Down as Students Head Back to School
Children across the Mornington Peninsula will begin returning to school this week, with some schools resuming as early as Wednesday. Motorists are reminded that school speed zones are now back in force, and vigilance on the roads is critical to ensure the safety of young students. School zones, which enforce reduced speed limits during drop-off […]