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.
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$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.
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.
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.
Bird Flu Detected On Mornington Peninsula
H5 bird flu has been detected at St Andrews Beach on the Mornington Peninsula. Local councillors and the Western Port Biosphere Foundation are urging residents and visitors to avoid sick or dead wildlife and report sightings immediately.
Councillors Elect Stephen Batty As Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor
Cr Stephen Batty has been elected Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor after councillors broke a two-week deadlock following repeated tied votes.
Somerville Business Group Hosts Christmas In May At Eagles Corporate Box
Somerville Business Group members gathered at the Somerville Eagles Corporate Box for a Christmas in May event, with local business owners, community representatives and special guests attending as Somerville hosted Karingal.
Marsh Responds to Criticism Over Arts Grants and Staff Cost Reductions
Mayor Anthony Marsh says the arts aren't being targeted, despite backlash over grant removals and staff cost cuts. Critics further note contradictions in the council budget statements made by Marsh after the May 20 council meeting.
Buddy Bench Brings Kindness and Connection to Somerville Rise Primary
Somerville Rise Primary School unveils a new Buddy Bench—its 25th on the Mornington Peninsula—thanks to Mt Martha Men’s Shed and Shire funding.
Hastings Footy Clinic Draws Huge Turnout, Promotes Youth Engagement
More than 200 young footy enthusiasts gathered at Hastings Football Club on Wednesday for a special AFL community clinic, a joint initiative led by the St Kilda Football Club, AFL Victoria, Hastings Police, Western Port Neighbourhood Watch, the Rotary Club of Hastings, and Hastings Football Club.
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…
