Somerville Times Edition 022 – Out Now!
The latest Somerville Times (Edition 022) discusses the 2025 Federal Election, community empowerment initiatives, a controversial council rate hike, local sports updates, and concerns over council decisions favouring affluent areas. Support independent journalism!
Letter to the Editor – Disappointing Old School Politics.
Letter to the Editor: Tracey Asquith discusses the political excitement surrounding the 2025 election, emphasizing support for independent candidate Ben Smith and the importance of a diverse crossbench in government.
Greens Candidate Lives Almost Two Hours Away
Greens candidate Adam Frogely lives 130 km from Sorrento and 96km from Somerville, raising questions about his ability to represent the electorate. Can passion compensate for distance and perhaps, logic?
Federal Election: Tensions Rise in Flinders Campaign—Despite No Election Date Yet
The race for the federal seat of Flinders is heating up, with Zoe McKenzie, Ben Smith, and Sarah Race battling for votes—despite no election date yet. Campaign spending, advertising controversies, and political clashes are shaping the contest.
McKenzie Takes Aim at Independent Candidate Ben Smith
The Member for Flinders Zoe McKenzie, Liberal Party candidate, has taken aim at independent candidate Ben Smith in a recent social media post.
Women’s Community Shelters Secures Funding for New Housing in the Region
The Albanese Government’s Crisis and Transitional Accommodation Program will fund three new dwellings in the region for vulnerable women and children. In an interview with RPP FM, Labor candidate Sarah Race highlights the impact of this initiative.
Sarah Race Joins Labor to Challenge Flinders Seat
Former Mornington Peninsula councillor Sarah Race announces her candidacy for the Flinders seat with the Labor Party, joining Ben Smith as an independent candidate. Learn more about this exciting election race.