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.
Mornington Peninsula Cricket Association Celebrates 60 Years
The Mornington Peninsula Cricket Association celebrated its 60-year history by recognising outstanding players, umpires and contributors from across six decades of local
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.
Frankston City Council Satisfaction Reaches Record High as Safety Concerns Ease
Frankston City Council has recorded its highest community satisfaction result since the annual survey began, with improved scores across customer service, governance, planning and community safety.
Mornington Peninsula Rough Sleeping Surges 32 Per Cent as Mayor Warns Figure May Be Higher
Mornington Peninsula rough sleeping has surged by 32 per cent, with at least 168 people recorded and Mayor Stephen Batty warning the true figure may be higher.
Mornington Peninsula Gets $2.1m Homelessness Outreach Team
The Victorian Government will provide $2.1 million over four years for two dedicated homelessness outreach workers across the Mornington Peninsula, where 168 people were sleeping rough at the end of May.
Mornington Peninsula Small Business Festival: What’s Still to Come
The Mornington Peninsula Small Business Festival continues throughout August, with free and low-cost workshops covering marketing, AI, finance, social media, networking and workplace compliance.
Frankston City Libraries Consultation Opens for Community Feedback
Frankston City Council has opened community consultation to help shape library services, spaces and programs across the city over the next 20 years.
Mornington Man Charged Over Alleged Knife Assault
Detectives have charged a 35-year-old Mornington man over an alleged knife assault in Cooba Court that left a 41-year-old man with life-threatening injuries
Man Fighting for Life Following Mornington Assault, One Arrested
A 41-year-old man is fighting for life following an assault in Mornington, with police arresting a 35-year-old man shortly after the incident.
Record Homelessness Levels Should “Shock Australia Into Action”, Salvos Say, As Peninsula Pressure Continues
The Salvation Army says record homelessness levels should "shock Australia into action" as Homelessness Week begins, with the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston among the regions worst affected by rough sleeping in Victoria.
Mayoral Charity Golf Day to tackle Mornington Peninsula homelessness
Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor Stephen Batty is rallying golfers, businesses and residents to support The Mayoral Charity Golf Day, raising funds to combat homelessness across the region.
Frankston Man Arrested After Alleged Erratic Driving and Peninsula Link Collision
A Frankston man is expected to face charges following an alleged erratic driving incident and collision on Peninsula Link at Baxter. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Mayor Cuts Ribbon as iPlay Frankston Creates 60 Local Jobs
Frankston Mayor Cr Sue Baker officially opened iPlay Frankston on Thursday, cutting the ribbon at the entertainment company’s first Victorian venue. The new Bayside Centre attraction has created about 60 local jobs, with many positions filled by young people from…
Frankston Brothers Launch New Weekly 3×3 Basketball League
Frankston brothers Blake and Max Jackson will launch HalfCourt 3x3 on 9 August, bringing weekly games, filmed highlights, music and DJs
14-Year-Old Girl Critical After Peninsula Link Rollover
A 14-year-old girl remains in a critical condition after an allegedly stolen Honda Jazz rolled several times on Peninsula Link at Langwarrin. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Sneak Peek Inside iPlay Frankston Before Doors Open to the Public
STPL News received a sneak peek inside iPlay Frankston, the company’s first Victorian location, before the new Bayside Centre entertainment venue officially opens from 10am today.
Capel Sound Community Group Secures $5,000 for Eastbourne Primary School
Capel Sound Community Group has secured a $5,000 grant from Community Bank Southern Peninsula to help Eastbourne Primary School families cover the cost of camps, excursions and sporting activities
Rosebud Man Charged Over $100,000 Sorrento Shop Vandalism
A 55-year-old Rosebud man has been charged over vandalism that damaged 11 businesses along Ocean Beach Road in Sorrento and caused nearly $100,000 in damage.
Man Dies Following Two-Car Collision on Nepean Highway in Seaford
A man has died following a two-car collision on Nepean Highway in Seaford. Police said the vehicles collided near Station Street shortly after 2.30pm on Monday, 27 July. Paramedics took the male driver of one vehicle to hospital in a…
Ben Carroll Becomes Victoria’s New Premier After Unanimous Labor Vote
Ben Carroll has become Victoria’s new Premier after Victorian Labor MPs unanimously elected him leader following Jacinta Allan’s resignation.
Jacinta Allan Resigns as Premier, Clearing Path for Ben Carroll
Jacinta Allan has resigned as Victorian Premier and Labor leader, clearing the way for Deputy Premier Ben Carroll to take control of the government.
Victorian Labor MPs to Vote on Spill as Allan and Carroll Prepare to Contest
Victorian Labor MPs will vote on a motion to spill the party’s leadership, with Premier Jacinta Allan and Deputy Premier Ben Carroll expected to contest if it succeeds.
Cheltenham Woman Charged with Murder Over 2024 Yarram Shooting
A 53-year-old Cheltenham woman has been charged with murder more than two years after a man was fatally shot in Yarram.
Victoria Police Release Staffing Figures as State Battles Officer Shortage
Victoria Police has released new staffing figures for Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, providing a snapshot of local police allocations as the organisation continues tackling a statewide officer shortage.
Two Teens Charged Over Three Alleged Mornington Robberies
Police have charged two teenage boys over three alleged robberies targeting four boys in Mornington, including an incident involving an alleged knife threat.
No Clear Contenders Emerge Ahead of Briars Ward By-Election
The Briars Ward by-election remains wide open, with no candidates publicly declaring their intention to replace former councillor Anthony Marsh.
Rosebud Property Among $17.5M Frozen in Alleged Cannabis Syndicate Probe
A Rosebud property is among 14 homes worth about $17.5 million frozen as police investigate an alleged organised crime syndicate linked to at least 41 cannabis grow houses across Victoria.
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Sensational Somerville Sizzles Against Seaford
Somerville strengthened its hold on second position with a commanding 61-point victory over Seaford in Round 14, while the club also recorded strong results across its reserves, thirds and netball sides.
Southern Region Senior Constable Charged With Sexual Exposure
A Victoria Police senior constable has been charged with sexual exposure following an internal investigation. Police said the 40-year-old officer was charged with one count over an alleged incident on 24 April. The officer was on duty at the time,…
Cloned Plate Crackdown Nets 79 Arrests and $1 Million in Stolen Cars
Frankston police have arrested 79 people and recovered about $1 million worth of stolen vehicles during a major crackdown on cloned and stolen numberplates across Melbourne’s south-east.
Pavers Used to Smash Eleven Sorrento Shops in Overnight Attack
Police are investigating after offenders allegedly used footpath pavers to smash the windows of 11 businesses along Ocean Beach Road in Sorrento. The attack has also renewed concerns about loose and uneven pavers along the shopping strip.
STPL News Seeks Interest in Proposed State Election Panel
STPL News is seeking expressions of interest in a proposed community panel series covering Hastings, Mornington, Nepean and Frankston ahead of the 2026 state election.
Frankston Waterfront Transformation Gathers Pace Ahead of Summer
Roccella Lido remains on track for an August opening as new hospitality proposals, returning attractions and further investment reshape the Frankston waterfront.
Game On: 160-Game Entertainment Centre Set to Open in Frankston
iPlay Australia will open its first Victorian entertainment centre in Frankston on 30 July, featuring more than 160 arcade games, indoor bumper cars and challenge rooms.
Manufacturers Call for Royal Commission Into Victorian Land Tax
A south-east Melbourne manufacturing group wants an inquiry into Victoria’s land valuation and tax system after members reported steep increases in industrial land tax.
Somerville Triumphs Over Red Hill In A Thriller
Somerville secured a four-point victory over Red Hill in a Round 13 thriller, strengthening its position in second place on the MPNFL ladder.
Australian-First Capel Sound Netball Courts Score State Innovation Award
Capel Sound’s netball courts have won a state innovation award after Mornington Peninsula Shire resurfaced them using recycled household paint. The Truemans Road Reserve project took out the Innovation in Parks, Sport and Recreation category at the Parks and Leisure…
Jurassic Park Star Sam Neill Dies Aged 78
Sir Sam Neill, best known for playing Dr Alan Grant in Jurassic Park, has died aged 78 after a career spanning more than five decades.
Man Arrested as Police Investigate Damage to Hastings Station Lawn
Police arrested a 22-year-old man during an investigation into alleged damage at Hastings Police Station after a motorcycle reportedly crossed the front lawn twice in three days.
Ratepayers Could Fund McCrae Land Purchase as Shire Plans Landslip Works
Mornington Peninsula Shire plans to acquire land in McCrae for landslip mitigation works, but has not revealed the property, purchase price or funding arrangements. STPL News has asked the Shire for further details.
Frankston Councillor Kris Bolam Recognised Overseas For Governance Work
Frankston councillor and former mayor Kris Bolam has been recognised overseas for his work in local government transparency, public administration and community-focused reform.
Teen Charged Over Carrum Downs Factory Fire
Police have charged a 15-year-old boy after an alleged stolen Ford Raptor was linked to a Carrum Downs factory fire that caused more than $1 million damage.
Teenager Fighting for Life After Langwarrin Motorcycle Crash
A 16-year-old boy is fighting for life after a motorcycle collided with a car on Cranbourne-Frankston Road in Langwarrin. Victoria Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash and are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
New Bus Timetable Changes Now in Effect Across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula
New bus timetable changes are now in effect across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, with revised services, improved train connections, additional Saturday services on Route 833 and the withdrawal of Route 786. Passengers are encouraged to check the latest timetables before travelling.
Manufacturers Call For Senate Scrutiny Of Workplace Bill
The South East Melbourne Manufacturers Alliance has called for a Senate inquiry into the Building Cooperative Workplaces Bill, warning the proposed legislation could disadvantage small and medium-sized businesses competing for Commonwealth-funded contracts.
Mornington Peninsula Shire Rethinks Budget Following Community Criticism
Mornington Peninsula Shire has adopted its 2026/27 Budget after revising several measures in response to community feedback. The changes include lower waste charges, increased road funding and changes to the FOGO rollout.
All Alone: Paul Mercurio Appears Abandoned by Labor Ahead of Victorian Election
Victorian Labor has reportedly deprioritised Hastings despite the electorate's razor-thin margin. Community survey results and a growing three-way contest place Paul Mercurio under increasing pressure ahead of November's state election.
Letter to the Editor: Melbourne Roads
Wayne Murray, a Rye resident has raised concerns about the condition and durability of Melbourne’s road network, questioning why newer roads appear to require more frequent major repairs compared to older infrastructure.
Teen Pair Charged Over Alleged Knife-Point Bus Stop Robberies In Frankston And Cranbourne
Two teenagers have been charged after police allege a stolen car was used in knife-point robberies targeting young people at bus stops in Frankston and Cranbourne.
