Backlash Over Mayor’s Comments as Hastings Community Demands Answers
Outrage is growing in Hastings after Mayor Marsh’s remarks on the club’s closure. Community leaders point to council inaction, unequal funding, and long-standing neglect of the Western Port region.
Would This Happen in Mornington? Tyabb FC Forced to Cancel Game Due to Council Failure
Tyabb Football Netball Club volunteers were forced to fill rabbit holes on Bunyguyan Reserve’s top oval after MPSC failed to deliver promised repairs, highlighting ongoing infrastructure neglect in Western Port. With the council’s budget approaching, many wonder: Will Western Port be forgotten again?
Somerville Triumphs Over Karingal
Somerville started their 2025 MPFNL Division 2 campaign with a commanding 51-point win over Karingal. A strong first half, standout performances, and a packed home crowd set the tone for the season.
RPP FM Interview: Shire Inaction Forced Hastings Club Closure, Says Board Member
The Hastings Club shut down due to ignored repair requests, board member Kevin Miles said. He criticized the council for inaction and highlighted a systemic disregard for the Western Port area.
Somerville Subdues Seaford Tigers
Somerville Cricket Club secured a commanding victory over Seaford Tigers in the final round of the MPCA season, finishing 5th on the ladder. Read the full match report.
Mornington Peninsula Cricket Association Women’s Grand Final
On Sunday, March 9th, the Somerville Women’s team played against Balnarring at The Nest in front of a massive crowd. Somerville earned the advantage of a home final by finishing second on the ladder, with Balnarring ending 4th after the home-and-away fixtures were completed. Prior to the Grand Final, Somerville powered to a dominant victory […]
Somerville Cricket Club Women’s Team on a Roll
The Somerville Women’s Cricket team has made a bold statement to their rivals in the Mornington Peninsula Cricket Association. In Round 12, Somerville took on the undefeated ladder leaders, Tooradin, in front of a packed house at home, with an estimated crowd of 150. In a riveting display of brilliant cricket, every team member contributed […]
Liberals Pledge $5 Million to Somerville Recreational Reserve
Zoe McKenzie, Liberal candidate for Flinders, announces a $5 million pledge for upgrading the Somerville Recreation Reserve, supporting local sporting clubs and community development.
Mt Eliza Too Good Against Somerville
Mt Eliza CC Defeated Somerville CC in the MPCA Round 11 clash, with Jean-Luc Talbot’s unbeaten century sealing victory. Read more from the Somerville Swooper.
Hastings Footy Clinic Draws Huge Turnout, Promotes Youth Engagement
More than 200 young footy enthusiasts gathered at Hastings Football Club on Wednesday for a special AFL community clinic, a joint initiative led by the St Kilda Football Club, AFL Victoria, Hastings Police, Western Port Neighbourhood Watch, the Rotary Club of Hastings, and Hastings Football Club.