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Victorian Election 2026: What The Parties Are Promising Across The Peninsula
Victorian Election 2026: Compare Labor, Liberal–Nationals, One Nation and Greens policies on housing, crime, hospitals, roads and emergency services across the Peninsula.
Mornington Labor Candidate Named Late, Nepean Still Waiting
Labor has named Kerry Macdonald as its Mornington candidate just 46 days before the Victorian election, while Nepean remains without an announced Labor candidate.
Mount Martha Retirement Village Backed 8–1 Despite 61 Objections
Mornington Peninsula Shire councillors have voted 8–1 to support changes to the Martha’s Point retirement village despite 61 objections from residents.
Nepean Candidates Forum: Hospital, Housing And Roads Under Scrutiny
Four Nepean candidates outlined their positions on Rosebud Hospital, housing, roads and local services at a Mornington Peninsula Shire forum in Rosebud. Read the questions, responses and key quotes.
Christine Leahy Takes Office As Briars Ward Councillor
Christine Leahy has been sworn in as Briars Ward councillor after securing 64.17 per cent of the vote. She will serve until October 2028.
