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Mornington Peninsula Mayor: “Higher Rate Cap Doesn’t Mean Higher Rates”

Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor Anthony Marsh has reassured ratepayers that the 3% rate cap increase won’t necessarily be applied, reinforcing a focus on responsible spending and public accountability.
Sam Groth MP Rises to Deputy Leader as Chris Crewther MP Appointed Shadow Assistant Minister

Nepean MP Sam Groth rises to Deputy Leader of the Victorian Liberal Party, while Mornington MP Chris Crewther has been appointed Shadow Assistant Minister for Housing and Rental Affordability as Brad Battin reorganises the shadow cabinet following a leadership spill.
Brad Battin Elected Victorian Liberal Leader, Replacing John Pesutto

Brad Battin Elected as Victorian Liberal Leader After Party Room VoteBrad Battin has been voted in as the new leader of the Victorian Liberal Party, replacing John Pesutto after a party room vote amid tensions over the Moira Deeming case.
Invitation Bungle: Zoe McKenzie Left Out of Somerville to Baxter Trail Celebration

Construction of the long-awaited Somerville to Baxter Trail commenced last week, with a sod-turning ceremony marking the beginning of the project. Mayor Cr Anthony Marsh, Cr Kate Roper, and State Member Paul Mercurio MP attended the event to celebrate the…
Council Stands Firm Amid Criticism Over Beach Cleaning Decision

Former Mornington Peninsula Citizen of the Year Josie Jones criticizes council’s handling of beach cleaning trials, raising concerns about governance, evidence-based decision-making, and vested interests.




