Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Votes for Maximum 3% Rate Rise

Mornington Peninsula Shire Council has voted to apply the full 3% rate cap for 2025–26, despite several councillors having campaigned for a rate freeze just five months ago.
Homeowners at Risk as Council Cracks Down on $15M in Unpaid Rates

The Mornington Peninsula Shire Council is considering selling homes to recover $15M in unpaid rates. Residents and Ratepayer Groups fear the policy could push struggling families into financial ruin.