Mornington Peninsula Aged Care To Continue After Council Reversal
Mornington Peninsula Shire has reversed its planned aged-care exit, confirming Meals on Wheels, community transport and group social support will continue beyond June 2027.
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Chloe Coulson Outlines Hastings Priorities On Community And Wildlife
Animal Justice Party candidate Chloe Coulson outlines her priorities for Hastings, including better public transport, community health services, wildlife protection and housing. She also discusses why voters should consider a minor party.
Final Week To Enter Frankston Mornington Peninsula Business Excellence Awards 2026
Nominations for the Frankston Mornington Peninsula Business Excellence Awards 2026 close on 9 October, with winners to be announced at a gala dinner at Frankston Arts Centre in November.
Frankston Accessible Beach Program Wins Statewide Social Wellbeing Award
Frankston’s Accessible Beach program has won the Social Wellbeing Award at the 2026 Victorian Tidy Towns and Cities Awards, with more than 450 people taking part last summer.
‘Housing Is About Human Need’: Andrew Cheeseman Makes Socialist Pitch For Frankston
Victorian Socialists candidate Andrew Cheeseman speaks with STPL News about housing affordability, extending electric rail services beyond Frankston, gambling harm and why he believes a minor-party vote matters.
‘Give People An Opportunity’: Peter Angelico’s Pitch For A Fair Go In Hastings
One Nation candidate Peter Angelico says he would bring practical problem-solving experience to Hastings. In an interview with STPL News, he discusses cost of living, roads, public transport, sporting facilities and policing.
MPCA Season Preview 2026–27: Round 1 Across All Four Divisions
The Somerville Swooper previews the 2026–27 MPCA season, covering opening-round match-ups, player movements and promoted clubs across all four divisions.
Cr Cam Williams Due To Deliver Public Apology At Council Meeting Tonight
Cr Cam Williams is due to deliver a public apology at tonight’s Mornington Peninsula Shire Council meeting after being found to have engaged in misconduct.
‘Finish What You Started’: Campaigners Renew Pressure on RSPCA One Year After Mount Eliza Horse Seizure
One year after RSPCA Victoria seized 35 horses from a Mount Eliza property, campaigners have renewed calls for the remaining horses to be removed and for further action to be taken.
‘They’ve Given Up On Hastings’: Frank Schiefler Makes Liberal Pitch On Roads And Crime
Liberal candidate Frank Schiefler speaks with STPL News about housing, roads, crime and his push to restore 24-hour public access to Hastings police station.
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.
Sianan Healy: ‘We’re Here To Replace Them’ In Nepean
Greens candidate Sianan Healy speaks with STPL News about returning to the Nepean contest and her priorities for Rosebud Hospital, roads, crime and housing.
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.
One Nation Names Paul Stafford As Frankston Candidate Ahead Of Seaford Launch
One Nation has announced businessman Paul Stafford as its candidate for Frankston at the 2026 Victorian state election, ahead of a campaign launch in Seaford.
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.
Somerville Sport Comes of Age As Young And Black Shine
Somerville is celebrating two major sporting achievements, with Hayden Young helping Fremantle reach the AFL Grand Final and Marlee Black captaining the Dandenong Stingrays to their first Talent League premiership.
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.
Peter Angelico Announced As One Nation Candidate For Hastings
Peter Angelico has been announced as One Nation’s candidate for Hastings, returning to the ballot after contesting the Nepean by-election earlier this year and following a 20-year association with the Liberal Party.
“Unfinished Business”: Darren Hercus Returns For Nepean
One Nation candidate Darren Hercus says he has “unfinished business” in Nepean as he prepares to contest the seat again at November’s Victorian state election.
Mornington Peninsula Sport Loses A Champion
Mornington Peninsula cricket has lost one of its most respected figures, with Brian “Cuey” McCue remembered for a remarkable playing, coaching and administrative career spanning decades.
‘I’m Sick Of Waiting’: Kim Robbins Makes Independent Pitch For Nepean
Independent candidate Kim Robbins speaks with STPL News about why she is running for Nepean, her concerns over Rosebud Hospital, Mornington Peninsula roads and homelessness, and how she says she would approach the role if elected.
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 Primary Girls Soccer Team Reaches New Sporting Heights
Somerville Primary School’s girls soccer team has reached the School Sport Victoria State Championships for the first time after a standout regional campaign featuring two dramatic penalty shootout victories.
Mornington Peninsula Shire Concedes Parking Enforcement Is ‘Not Working’
Mornington Peninsula Shire has conceded its parking enforcement approach is not working following mounting complaints from residents fined on narrow streets and around school pick-up areas.
Frankston Visitor Information Centre Fire Prompts Emergency Warning
A fire at Frankston Visitor Information Centre prompted an emergency warning on Sunday night, with smoke visible around the foreshore. No injuries were reported and the cause remains under investigation.
Victoria Police Recruitment: Labor Pledges 1,500 Officers, Coalition 3,000
Labor promises 1,500 additional police officers and the Coalition pledges 3,000. We examine recruitment challenges, administrative workloads and what remains unclear for Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula.
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.
Moira Deeming Re-Emerges Following Liberal Rupture As Family First Victorian Leader
Moira Deeming has joined Family First and been appointed Victorian Party Leader following her split from the Liberal Party, with the upper house MP to lead the party’s Western Metropolitan ticket at the 2026 Victorian state election.
Frankston Changing Places Facility Works Begin at Waterfront
Frankston City Council says a new Changing Places facility at the waterfront will support people with high support needs, with completion expected in December.
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.
One Nation Prepares To Take On Liberals As It Launches Nepean & Mornington Campaigns
One Nation has officially launched its Nepean and Mornington campaigns, with Ashli Beards and Darren Hercus setting their sights on Liberal-held territory ahead of November’s state election.
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.
Greens Launch Nepean and Hastings Campaigns in Red Hill
The Greens have launched their Nepean and Hastings campaigns in Red Hill, with Sianan Healy and Isaac Willoughby outlining their priorities ahead of November’s state election.
Peninsula Election Field Widens Beyond Labor And Liberal
The Peninsula election field is widening beyond Labor and Liberal, with Greens, One Nation, independents and other minor-party candidates stepping up campaigns across Frankston, Mornington, Hastings and Nepean ahead of Victoria’s 28 November poll.
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.
Ordered To Apologise: Cr Cam Williams Found To Have Engaged In Misconduct
Cr Cam Williams has been found to have engaged in misconduct over statements made during an STPL News interview and on Facebook. He must publicly apologise to Mornington Peninsula Shire Council, Cr David Gill and Cr Kate Roper.
Ashli Beards Named One Nation Candidate For Mornington
One Nation has named Mornington Peninsula lawyer Ashli Beards as its candidate for Mornington, with crime, housing and cost-of-living pressures among her key campaign issues.
Somerville Recreation Reserve Master Plan Unanimously Approved
Mornington Peninsula Shire councillors have unanimously adopted the Somerville Recreation Reserve Master Plan, setting the long-term direction for 29 interconnected projects across the heavily used sporting precinct.
Roper Leads 9-1 Rejection Of Pearcedale Contractor’s Depot
Cr Kate Roper led a 9-1 council rejection of a retrospective contractor’s depot in Pearcedale’s Green Wedge, with councillors David Gill and Paul Pingiaro ultimately backing her alternative motion after initially moving and seconding the officer recommendation for approval.
One Nation Mornington Candidate To Be Announced Tomorrow
One Nation will announce its Mornington candidate on Wednesday, 2 September, with STPL News also advised the party’s Hastings candidate is expected to be revealed in late September.
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.
Animal Welfare Protests Continue at Disgraced Trainer Maxine Fraser’s Mount Eliza Property
Animal welfare protesters continue their presence outside Maxine Fraser’s Mount Eliza property, almost a year after RSPCA Victoria seized 35 horses, as campaigners raise ongoing concerns over animals remaining at the property.
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.
South East Social Procurement Showcase to Highlight Regional Partnerships
The South East Social Procurement Showcase will bring social enterprises, contractors and community organisations together on 3 September, with visits to projects across Frankston, Mornington and Parkdale.
